bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Zinc Ions Implantation on the Surface of Commercial Papers for Antibacterial and Antifungal Applications
Authors: Mai Hanh , Dao Khai Quang , Hoang Hieu Chi , Nguyen Tam Trong , Nguyen Duong Hoang
Published: September 2023

Recently, the demand for novel food-packaging materials with antimicrobial properties has been increasing drastically. In this report, we attempt to implant zinc ions on the surface of commercial paper sheets by using a hydrothermal method to create hydrozincite nanoflake structures. The formation of the hydrozincite nanostructure was attributed to the adsorption of zinc-ion on the calcite’s surface, a common filler used in commercial paper sheets. The zinc-modified paper sheet (PZn) demonstrated a high efficiency to inhibit C. albicans and E. coli growth. It is attributed to the release of the Zn2+ ions into the acidic microbial medium. Along with the eco-friendliness, and biocompatible properties of the paper substrate, the PZn demonstrated a promising application in food packing.
TRANSFORMAÇÃO DIGITAL E DESEMPENHO NO SETOR BANCÁRIO: UMA ABORDAGEM COM ANÁLISE ENVOLTÓRIA DE DADOS
Authors: Caraffini Josiane Piva Testolin da Silva , Souza Romina Batista de Lucena de , Behr Ariel , Venturini Lauren Dal Bem
Published: September 2023

O estudo analisa o impacto da transformação digital no desempenho de bancos brasileiros, no período de 2013 a 2017. Utilizou-se a Análise Envoltória de Dados (DEA) para calcular os escores de eficiência dos bancos com maior representatividade em ativos totais e que, concomitantemente, divulgaram iniciativas voltadas à transformação digital em seus relatórios, sendo eles: Banco do Brasil, Bradesco, Itaú e Caixa Econômica Federal. Identificaram-se ações voltadas ao fortalecimento dos canais digitais e que os bancos mais eficientes foram os com menor utilização dos canais convencionais para a realização de transações com seus clientes. Os bancos Bradesco e Itaú apresentaram eficiência máxima em 2015 e 2016, e o Banco do Brasil em 2017. Já a Caixa Econômica Federal não foi eficiente nos anos analisados. Essa análise de desempenho auxilia a melhoria da gestão dos bancos e, indiretamente, a sociedade, visto que são os principais usuários dessas organizações.
TREINAMENTO IMERSIVO EM REALIDADE VIRTUAL: A PERCEPÇÃO DE EXPERIÊNCIA DOS COLABORADORES NUMA INDÚSTRIA CALÇADISTA
Authors: Borba Eduardo Zilles , Bassan Dilani , Oliveira Fabiane Luiz
Published: September 2023

O artigo aborda o uso da Realidade Virtual (RV) como plataforma de treinamento imersivo para operadores de máquinas na indústria calçadista. O objetivo é compreender a percepção de experiência dos colaboradores acerca desse processo inovador de treinamento, no sentido de refletir acerca dos possíveis impactos na eficácia de produção, na segurança do ambiente de trabalho e na motivação para o trabalho da equipe através do uso da RV. Para tal, além de apresentar um referencial teórico sobre a temática, a pesquisa avança com uma metodologia transversal, de cunho quantitativo e qualitativo, pois, além de entrevistar um gestor de indústria calçadista localizada no interior do Rio Grande do Sul (RS) e vivenciar o treinamento imersivo com dispositivos tecnológicos em laboratório, se aplica um experimento com 55 colaboradores numa indústria calçadista brasileira de expressão nacional. Em suma, resultados indicam que os benefícios do uso da RV estiveram mais relacionados à qualificação do treinamento (evitar o desperdício, garantir a segurança, melhorar o acabamento dos produtos, motivar a equipe) do que ao aumento da produtividade na indústria.
AVALIAÇÃO DE INDICADORES DE USO E EFICIÊNCIA DE GASTOS DE TIC EM ESTADOS BRASILEIROS
Authors: Moraes Rodrigo , Meirelles Fernando
Published: September 2023

Este artigo objetiva avaliar o uso de Indicadores de Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação (TIC) de cinco estados brasileiros Goiás, Paraíba, Pernambuco, São Paulo e Santa Catarina. Para isso, propôs-se identificar padrõesde indicadores de uso de TIC e foi comparada a eficiência dos gastos de hardware, software e pessoas, contextualizando a problemática da pesquisa, referente ao comportamento no serviço público estadual, por meio de revisão bibliográfica sobre esse uso na Administração Pública. O objetivo geral é sugerir cenários de indicadores para as entidades estaduais, complementar o modelo atual de análise de Indicadores de TIC, a partir de dados extraídos do Sistema de Elaboração e Execução Orçamentária e Financeira (Siconfi), do Portal da Transparência, do Instituto Brasileiro de Geografia e Estatística (IBGE) e da Associação Brasileira de Entidades Estaduais de Tecnologia da Informação e Comunicação (Abep-TIC), bem como validá-los com os gastos referentes às entidades, para identificar a eficiência do gasto de TIC. As análises exploratórias e inferências sobre os dados processados demonstraram que, apesar do notório aumento dos gastos de TI, entre 2014 e 2020, o percentual médio de 13,3% desse volume diz respeito aos gastos com pessoal em relação ao gasto total de TIC. Para comparar a eficiência entre estados, conclui-se ser necessário a utilização do modelo DEA (Análise Envoltória de Dados) através das DMU (Decision-making units). Além disso, observou-se que somente Pernambuco alcançou desempenho suficiente no modelo de eficiência e, integrando a divisão não eficiente, estão os estados de Goiás e de São Paulo.
EMPREENDEDORISMO DIGITAL POR MULHERES: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Santos Juliana Moreira dos , Figueredo Rubem Alves , Corrêa Rúbia Oliveira , Carvalho Gustavo Dambiski Gomes de
Published: September 2023

Este artigo objetivou analisar as produções acadêmicas acerca do empreendedorismo digital feito por mulheres. Tem-se o seguinte problema de pesquisa: como as abordagens referentes ao empreendedorismo digital feito por mulheres estão sendo discutidas na literatura acadêmica? O estudo é Qualitativo e Descritivo. Os dados foram coletados no mês de abril de 2021, na Web of Science, pelo método Proknow-C. A busca inicial apresentou 637 artigos e, após a aplicação do método, a amostra final foi composta por 17 artigos, os quais foram categorizados e analisados. Os dados foram tratados por meio da análise Sistemática e Bibliométrica, com auxílio do Software VOSviewer. Os resultados obtidos revelaram que o empreendedorismo digital feito por mulheres tem sido impulsionado pela inclusão social, empoderamento feminino, redução da pobreza e estímulo ao crescimento e desenvolvimento econômico regional. As empreendedoras em questão, contudo, ainda atuam de forma incipiente na economia digital. As contribuições teóricas indicam urgência em desenvolver e estimular o empreendedorismo digital feito por mulheres, especialmente em contextos marginalizados.
Diseño y validación de una escala de ciberodio (ECO) en población universitaria colombiana
Authors: Castaño Pulgarín Sergio Andrés , Castilla Tang Jose Filadelfo , Tilano Vega Luz Magnolia , Herrera López Harvey Mauricio
Published: September 2023

Introducción.El Internet y las redes sociales se han convertido en espacios de interacción digital en los que la participación de personas de todas las edades ha conllevado a una serie de intercambios que pueden ser reconocidos por sus contenidos de odio en relación con ideologías políticas, religiosas, de género y origen étnico. A este fenómeno se le ha denominado ciberodio.
Método. Esta investigación se propuso diseñar y validar la primera escala de ciberodio en español, en población colombiana. La muestra final estuvo conformada por 1984 estudiantes universitarios entre 18 y 61 años (M=23.25; DE=5.06), provenientes de 23 universidades y 14 departamentos de Colombia.         
Resultados. La escala final de ciberodio quedó compuesta por 32 ítems, distribuidos en tres dimensiones: victimización, perpetración y observación de ciberodio político, religioso, de género y origen étnico. Se realizó validez de contenido con el apoyo de nueve jueces expertos, validez comparada con la prueba ECIPQ (ciberacoso) y validez de constructo, a través de Análisis Factorial Exploratorio y Análisis Factorial Confirmatorio.
Discusión y conclusiones. La prueba construida presenta óptimas cualidades psicométricas. Su índice de confiabilidad es α=0.939 y ɷ = 0.96 con Omega MacDonald, lo cual indica un nivel adecuado de consistencia interna.  Adicionalmente, se reporta una correlación moderada positiva con la ECIP-Q, que comprueba la especificidad y robustez del constructo ciberodio, diferenciándolo del cyberbullying. En conclusión, la ECO es válida y confiable para la medición de ciberodio en la población de referencia.
Maioridade penal e psiquiatria
Authors: Moraes Talvane Marins de , Camara Fernando Portela
Published: September 2023

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CBP Gold: atividades relacionadas a dependência química
Authors: Marques Ana Cecilia Petta Roselli , Laranjeira Ronaldo Ramos , Campana Angelo Americo Martinez
Published: September 2023

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Medicamentos na gravidez e lactação
Authors: Rennó Junior Joel , Rocha Renan Boeira
Published: September 2023

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Knowledge and attitude of breast feeding of female students
Authors: Fathel Al -Shaikly Dhia
Published: September 2023

To assess knowledge and attitude of college girls, Medicine, Phannacy and Arts in Baghdad City towards breast feeding. Across-sectional study with a random sample of 258 female studies during period of 1994-1998 from girls, medical, pharmacy & art college in Baghdad City, using a self-administered questionnaire. The ages of the females ranged from 18 to 32 years. About 13% of them received some health education about breast feeding. One-quarter reported that they leamed about breast feeding at school. About 4% of students learned from their mothers. Less than half the students in the sample (qOVr) larew the meaning of colosfum. Only 22Yo students gave the right answer about the right time for the first feed. Regarding the frequeniy of breast feeding, one third gave the right answer.The study showed considerable deficiency in the knowledge of the college femalg shrdents about breast feeding. Relevant knowledge and skills about breast feeding should be included in the curriculum of college to prepare them successfirl breast feeding.
The Bffect of GR6 on Some Semen Ph-ysiological parametersof Human Infertile Patients in Tikrit City
Authors: J. Mansour Abdul Al-Rahman
Published: September 2023

Male infertility may occur due to different causes. Therefore different therapeutic approaches have been applied in order to improve the ability of men to get children. Semen analysis is used to determine the fertility potential in male, but the occurence of pregnancy is tlie evidence of sperm ability for fertilizatio4. Many drugs were used for treatment of male infertility; but there is little attention in the use of GR6, which is used popularly for this purpose. One hundred infertile men were treated with GR6. The present study showed that the treatments are safe and there were no important side effects. After four month of treatment, the active sperm motility, testoiterone level, LH level and sluggishly motile spenn were increased significantly in infertile men treated with GR6. While sperm count and FSH level were insignificant increased. On the basis of results, GR6 is safe and effective in the treatmeniof male infertility.
Lipicls profile in type II Diabetes mellitus during Ramadan Fasting
Authors: F. Jameel . AL shaikhty Dhia
Published: September 2023

A prospectil,g stud! of (25 ) patients suffer frorn type II diabetes mellitus (age 45 - 62 year ) rvas carried out to detemrine the biochemical changes of serum cholesterol , FtrDL - cholesterol , LDL cholesterol , triglycedrides , LP-(a) and Hba,C.Tire Cornprison analysis of pre-fasting witlr fasting and post -. fasting s'amples did not reveal any statisticaliy significant changes in the value of the lipid profiles . Aslight change in serum alburnine was noticed ,but otherwise thel was no change in otirer biocireniical values , with marked decrease and increase in the weights of the patients( 2 ).
Structural Study of the Sciatic Nerve in Diabetic RafsTreated with Alium Sativurn
Authors: Abd-AL rasool Hayder , Salim Abd Al-Kareem , Jawad Talib
Published: September 2023

The diabetes mellitus has been induced in Sprague Dawely rats, by injection of alloxan 75 mg/ kg body weight, once daily for three successive days. Group of diabetic rats were treated with oral hyopgycemic (Glibenclamide) drug only and another group was treated with oral hyopgycemic (Glibenclamide) drug and Alium Sativum- garlic powder (250 mg / kg body weight, daily. Histological and histometric changes of sciatic nerve were investigated, by applying routine histological stains with specific application of osmium tetroxide for staining the nerve, detecting the structural changes and to measuring the improvement in the regeneration of the sciatic nerves. It has been found that the Alium Sativum treated group restored to certain degree the normal architectures of the sciatic nerve in diabetic rats and the improvement in thermal sensation as compared with non treated group or group treated with oral hypgycemic drug only.
Bioefficiency of the Extracts of Azadirachta and excelsa (Jack) Xanthium, itaricum Moretti on the Mortarity of Aphis fabae scopoli and its nyferparasitoids, Asaphes suspensus (Nees) and Pachyneuron aptriois Bouche (Hymenoptera:Pteromalidae)
Authors: F. M. Ataalla
Published: September 2023

Toxicity of ethanolic extracts of two plants (Azadirachta excelsa Jack) and Xanthium italicum Moretti to the bean aphid, Aphis fabae Scopoli and its main hyperparasitoids; Asaphes suspensus (Nees) and Pachyneron aphidis Bouche was investigated. The susceptibility of the hyperprasitoidos to X. italicum and A. excelsa was not varied. All extracts showed remarkable toxicities. The extract from A. excelsa has shown more pronounced toxic effect, having Ecso 3.5 and 3.6 ppm compared to 90 and 22 ppm for M. italiucum against the aphid and its hyperparasitoids respectively. The percent mortality of A. fabae was found to be concentration and exposure-time dependent for A. excelsa extract. The extract of X. italicum was appeared selectivity of toxic action between aphid and its hyperparasitoids. These leaves extracts could have promising practical application in protection cultivated plants against attack by A. fabae and increasing efficiency of its primary parasitoids as biological control by reducing viability of main hyperparasitoids.
Efficacy of Enriched Melia &zedarach L. Extract on Immature Stagesof the Pest Spodoptera cilium latebrosc(Guerine) (Lepidoptera:=Noctuidae)
Authors: F. M. Ataalla
Published: September 2023

The enriched methanolic extract from unripe fruits of Melia zedarach was used for diet treatment of Spodoptera cilium latebrosa. Artificial diets were treated with concentrations of 0.25, 0.5, 1.0, 5.0, 10.0 and 15.0 ppm. Starting with 3rd instar, mortality percentage were 33.3, 45.8, 75.0 and 100% at the concentrations 0.5, 1.0, 5.0 and 10.0 ppm respectively. Residual activity was high toxic during one-day-old at the higher concentrations 10.0 and 15.0 ppm. Duration of the life cycle was affected by diet treatment; larval and pupal periods were prolonged, while that of prepupa shortend. The extract lost its residual toxicity by the 8th day after treatment.
The effect of some plants extracts on Trichomonis Vaginalis
Authors: Ghanim Abdulwahabl Entesar , Mahmod Yaseen Enas , Ibraheem alalosy Tawfeek
Published: September 2023

This is is an experimental study aimed to study the effect of three plants extracts on the activity of the Trichomonis vaginalis parasite. After isolation of the parasite and growing on CPLM media, six plant extracts three of them were water extracts and others were alcoholic extracts which were prepared from Artemisia herba alba, Punica grantum and Capparis spinosa respectively were added to parasite media. Study of parasite activity and grorvth after24,48,96,72 hours were observed. the Artemisia herba alba 'alcoholic extract had good suppression effect through 24 hours at 0.5'olo concentration while the same extract from Ptmica granatum at 0.5Yo concentration also affected the parasite through 48 hours and Capparis spinosa alcoholic extract inhibited the parasite activity in l%o concentration through 48 hours .The water extract for Artcmisia herba alba had better inhibition elfect through 48 hours at 0.5Yo concentration .Punica granatum affected through 24 hours but at l7o concentration, while Capparis water extract had no effect. We concluded that Artemisia herba a/64 alcoholic extract had better eflfect than others and rve recommended further studies to extract the active substances of medical plants for the treatment of Trichomonas vaginalis
Effect of Carbon and Nitrogen sources on the antibioticproduction by local isolate of Streptomyce s sp.Zl
Authors: R. Mahmod Ayhan
Published: September 2023

The genus Streptomyces consists of sporulating Gram-positivesoil bacteria with a mycelia growth habit, and a life cycle with complex morphological and physiological differentiation, also piodu.., antibiotics which are the secondary metabolite. The objective of the present study is to study of an ability of a local isolate of Streptomyces Zl to produce antibacterial substance, and effect of different carbon and nitrogen sources on antibacterial production. Results in present study showed that Streptomyces Zl have ability to produce antimicrobial agent against Escherichia coli, Shigella dysentery, Pseudcimonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Bacillus nrbtilis which indicated by diameter of inhibition zone that reached tol6.0, 19.3, 18.1,25.0, g.z, 11.2, l2.o mm, respectively, iesults in this study showed that antimicrobial agent produced by Streptomyces Zl lvas more effective against gram negative organisms rather tlian gram positive. Production of antibiotics from microorganisms varies with the constituents of the media. In present study we have investigated the influence of medium constituents such as carbon and nitrogen soui.., on the antibiotic production from Strcplomyces Zl, different carbon sources were used in this study includcd the follorving: maltose, glycerol, galactose, glucose, mannitol, lactose, starch, and dextrose, the samples werc assayed against K. pncumonic, the highest antibacterial activity rvas obtained when dextrose at 4Yo rvas used as carbon sources. We have also tested a numbcr of nitrogen sources (Yeast extract, L-valinc, sodium glutamate, Na2NO3, Nl'l4SO4, Nl-l4NO3) orr antibiotic production by local isolate of Strcptonr),cc:; sp.Zl, rcsults shorvcd that Yeast cxtract at l.SYo was thc most suitable nitrogen sollrcc, tlrouglr L-valinc, sodiurn glutarnatc, Na2NOj, NI-l,rSO.r, NI.ITNOJ gavc modcrate antimicrobial
Formation - Extraction of Ion Pair Complexes of [PdI4]-2 and[BiI4]-1 with Trifluoperazine Hydrochtoride (TFPri) Drug andDetermination by Molecular Absorption Spectroscopy
Authors: Ahmed Mohammed Asmaa , Tawfiq Amine Suham , Ibraheem Khdleel Ali
Published: September 2023

This Study includes the determination of (TFPH) drug via the formation of ion association pair with [pdly]? and with [Bily]" in aqueous phase . The analytical results obtained are as follow: the optimum pH is 5 and 4, reaction time is immediate and 5 minutes, mixing time 3 and 4 minutes for the two ion pair respectively. The statistical and other analytical results for the first ion pair in the concentration range (6- -40ppm) were as follow: the detection limit is 0.228 ppm, molar absorption coefficient is 2.3635x10* liter mole™ em™ at 297nm . For Bily — TFPH ion pair at 292 nm, the results in the concentration range (0.2-18ppm) ere as follow: detection limit is 0.0030 ppm , and molar absorption coefficient is 3.747 x 10° liter mole” cm™ . This method was applied to Salabid pharmaceutical preparation with percentage recovery of not less than 98.5%
Identification and study of cultural conditions affecting Neomycinantibiotic produced by Streptomyces sp. N
Authors: L Malik W Abd. , R. S. Alkaragoli, , R. N. Algafari,
Published: September 2023

Cuftural conditions affecting antibiotic production by local isolate of Streptomyces sp. N were studied. Cultural conditions included groMh medium, growth temperature,pH, and ion effect. The study showed that this local isolate was able to produce neomycin antibiotic. This compound showed a biological activity against gram - positive, and gram - negative bacteria. This effect was variable depending on the factors studied. Media of antibiotic production, R2 medium, and complete medium rvere better for Slreptomyces growth. Growth of the organism for 5 days gave the largest inhibition zones against test bacteria. The organism shorved better gror,l,th and antibiotic production when cultivated at 370C. The pH of the medium showed a dramatic effect on antibiotic production since low pH had increased antibiotic release to the medium resulting in observed increased in the biological activity. Ions like phosplrate and citrate shorved diff'erenteff'ecton the antibiotic production. Tlrc phosphate had shorvn an enltancing effect rvhere as citrate inhibit antibiotic production and lowercd the grolvth of the organism on cultivation media.
Chemotherapy and other treatment modalitities in children with Neuroblastoma
Authors: H. AL-ANEE Ahmed , Al- Haddad Salma
Published: September 2023

Neuroblastoma is the second most common solid tumor in the first decade of life. A retrospective study reviewed (39) children treated for N.B. at Al-Mansour Teaching Hospital for children from Jan. 1st 2001 to Dec. 31st 2006, the clinical data were analyzed. Thirty nine Patients were included (23) males (59%) and (16) females (41%) , the median age at diagnosis was (48) months .The abdomen was the site of initial tumor in 31(79.4%) of patients, hypertension is found in 6 out of eleven cases (54.5%) and hepatomegaly is found in 53.8% of cases . Anemia was recorded in 26(68.4%) of patients Stage IV was the predominant clinico-pathological stage .The median survival was 13.5 months (range 1 month — 45 months). There was significant association between the stage of the disease and event free survival. There was no statistically significant association between the age at diagnosis and the outcome because about 15 cases (38%) of the patients were lost to follow-up .The study recommends the use of the new method for early diagnosis and treatment of the disease like the use of autologous bone marrow transplant and the use of antibodies directed against the tumor cells.
Influences of clarithromycin on the primary functions of human polymorphnuclear leucocytes against Streptococcus pneumoniae
Authors: AliHassan Waseem , Saleem Mohammed Ali Nuha
Published: September 2023

Current antibiotic therapy encourages the use of antibiotics that may potentiate the host's immune defense. Antibiotics that can interact positively with the immune response and that also possess microbicidal properties might significantly contribute to improving the outcome of St.pnetimoniae inlections .Therefore, in the present study rve investigated the effect of clarithrornycin,an extended spectrum macrolide currently used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections ,on the in vitro interaction bctrveen human polymorphnuclear granulocytes (PMN) and strains of St.pneumoniae with different resistance patterns to penicillin .At a concentration of one -half the minimal inhibitory concentration(MlC),clarithromycin, an significantly enhanced human PMN functions particularly intracclltrlar bactcricidal activity, agninst all thc St,pncumonirrc strains,our findings support the use of clnritlrrornycin in the trcatmcnt of rcspiratory tract infcctions causcd by St.prtcurnoniac as it acts directly against thc pathogcn as rvcll as in coopcration rvith PMNs by cliciting thcir intraccllular killing.
The Role of Oxybutynin Chloride in the Management of Patientswith Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Authors: N. Helal Nehad , A. Salih Rabei , M. Abdul-Azizr Mohammed
Published: September 2023

Objectives: To determine the efficacy and tolerability of Oxybutynin chloride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in which previous a-blocker therapy had failed. :

Materials and Methods: A total of 38 consecutive men with BPH complaining of LUTS in whom a mean of 6.3 months of a-blocker therapy had failed received Oxybutynin (5 mg twice daily orally) for 3 months in addition to the usual a-blocker medication. Primary efficacy end points were American Urological Association symptom score, and mean daytime and nighttime micturition frequency. Secondary end points were the peak urinary flow rate, post-void residual volume, the incidence of urinary retention, and adverse events. Statistical analysis was used when needed.

Results: A total of 33 men (87%) with a mean age of 59 years completed the 3-month trial. Mean 24- hour micturition frequency decreased from 11.2 to 6.5 voids and nocturia decreased from 5.1 to 2.4 episodes nightly. Significant changes in mean American Urological Association symptom scores (- 5.31), the peak urinary flow rate (1.8 ml per second) and post-void residual volume (=21 ml) were also observed. Five men (13%) discontinued therapy because of intolerable dry mouth. There were no reports of urinary retention.

Conclusions: Treatment with Oxybutynin in carefully selected men with BPH and moderate LUTS may be a reasonable therapeutic option after failed treatment with a-blockers.
The Ethical Thought of the Bengal Renaissance:The Neo-Hindu Conceptions (1880–1910)
Authors: Skorokhodova Tatiana G.
Published: September 2023

A development of ethical thought by Neo-Hindu philosophers in Nineteenth– early Twentieth century Bengal is depicted in the article based on hermeneutic readings of the texts by Bankimchandra Chattopaddhyay, Swami Vivekananda, Aurobindo Ghosh. From the one hand, Neo-Hindu philosophers continue Rammohun Roy’s line of criticism of Indian society’s moral condition, consciousness and conduct. From the other hand, they formed their own ethical conceptions to present Hindu normative ethics. The research demonstrated for the first time the becoming of Modern Indian ethics in the conceptions of Bengal Neo-Hindu thinkers who are the real founders of ethics as philosophical discipline in India. Growing up from indigenous ancient tradition of exegesis of scriptures, Neo-Hindu conceptions of ethics are the new adogmatic interpretation of the native religious ethics in broad context of Modernity. The Bengal Renaissance thinkers had made an intellectual breakthrough in Indian philosophy. The result of intellectual works are following: 1) bringing morality to the fore in dharma to differentiate ethical issue-area as meaningful in thought and practice; 2) definition of universality of Hinduism’ s moral consciousness in the core; 3) normative ethics along with its imperatives and rules had presented as established and fixed in ancient Hindu scriptures; 4) the ethical ideal was found in images of sages and epic heroes as well as in their teachings; 5) ethical norms and ideal are practically oriented for the criticism of society’s morals and future development.
Socio-cultural risks of "big user data" of Russian citizens
Authors: Bylevskiy Pavel Gennadievich
Published: September 2023

The subject of the article is the current socio-cultural risks of Russian citizens as users of computer and telecommunication technologies and Internet communications. The object of the study is the consequences of digital transformation, such as the advantages and threats of automating the generation, collection and analysis of "big user data". The relevance of the topic is due to the adoption by the Russian Government of the "Concept of formation and development of the culture of information security of citizens of the Russian Federation" on December 22, 2022. Socio-cultural risks and threats, including traditional values and identity, associated with being in a "digital" environment and user actions are considered. Special attention is paid to the analysis of threats to Russian citizens from the "electronic totalitarianism" of unfriendly countries and global corporate digital platforms, as well as the possibilities of counteraction. The novelty of the study of socio-cultural risks of information security in the application of the profile system-dynamic culturological approach, evolutionary and structural-functional methods. Taking into account the rapid changes in the landscape of socio-cultural digital risks in recent years, the research materials were Russian scientific publications in the journals of the list of HAC (categories K1, K2) and foreign ones in the international database Scopus (quartiles Q1, Q2) 2021−2023, "critical" for the formation of modern digital threats. A special contribution is the use of developments obtained in the course of research of scientific and practical communications in the information security of the financial sector, conducted under the guidance of the author in 2010-2023. The results of the study are conclusions about the need to take into account the balance of advantages and threats of "digitalization", the management of socio-cultural risks of "big user data" in the interests of Russian citizens. The main conclusion is to determine the decisive role in the development and improvement of the general civil culture of information security not only of the professional activities of state bodies and specialized organizations, but also of all citizens.
Endoscopic, full-thickness, soft-tissue, quadriceps tendon harvesting
Authors: Koukoulias Nikolaos E. , Vasiliadis Angelo V. , Dimitriadis Theofilos
Published: September 2023

Quadriceps tendon (QT) graft utilization for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction has gained popularity among surgeons lately, due to the favorable biomechanical characteristics and clinical results. The growing interest in this graft has resulted in the development of minimal invasive harvesting techniques. Nevertheless, QT graft harvesting is considered a technically demanding procedure with a steep learning curve. This technical note describes the endoscopic approach of QT graft harvesting and aims in helping the surgeon to safely harvest the graft and to minimize the complication rate.
Genetic diagnosis of skeletal dysplasias causing short stature in children
Authors: Panigrahi Inusha , Daniel Roshan , Kaur Karandeep
Published: September 2023

Short stature may often be due to skeletal dysplasias affecting the limbs, spine, or both. A careful clinical evaluation will help in identifying the rhizomelic and mesomelic shortening of the limbs and scoliosis. The mutations in different genes involved in various pathways in skeletal development lead to phenotypes that present from infancy to childhood or adulthood. A systematic clinical evaluation with identification of the limb bowing or deformity, dysmorphic features, radiological findings from skull to toes, and a single gene or multi-gene panel testing will help in making an appropriate diagnosis. The clinical clues to skeletal dysplasia include skeletal disproportion, unexplained limb bowing, recurrent fractures, facial dysmorphism including flat facies and blue sclera in severe cases, and sometimes typical digital or cardiac abnormalities. The following review focuses on the postnatal presentation of skeletal dysplasias mostly referred for evaluation of short stature.
Challenges in the management of hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia in a preterm neonate - A case report and literature review
Authors: Sachin K. G. , Balakrishnan Umamaheswari , Amboiram Prakash , Agarwal Prakash , Mahadevan Shriraam , Joseph Leena Dennis
Published: September 2023

Hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia (HH) includes a diverse group of disorders characterized by dysregulated insulin secretion, exhibiting clinical, genetic, and morphological heterogeneity. It is associated with permanent brain damage. Hence, a timely diagnosis and prompt management are essential to safeguard against complications such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and neurodevelopmental deficits. We report the challenges faced in the management of HH in a preterm neonate. A baby girl was born to a G2A1 mother at 31 weeks of gestation due to preterm onset of labor with premature rupture of membranes. The baby had persistent and refractory hypoglycemia requiring oral and parenteral medications such as diazoxide, hydrochlorothiazide, hydrocortisone, nifedipine, glucagon infusion, and subcutaneous octreotide. Genetic testing unveiled a homozygous pathogenic mutation of the ABCC8 gene with autosomal recessive (AR) inheritance. As the AR inheritance always presents with diffuse lesions, a 18F-fluoro-dihydroxyphenylalanine positron emission computed tomography (18F-DOPA PET) scan was not done to differentiate focal and diffuse lesions. The baby underwent laparoscopic near-total pancreatectomy and was discharged on subcutaneous octreotide. Continuous intravenous glucagon infusion may help reduce the infusion rate of glucose needed to maintain normoglycemia. Diazoxide unresponsiveness in a baby with HH needs genetic studies. AR inheritance always presents as diffuse lesions. Hence, an 18F-DOPA PET scan can be deferred to differentiate the diffuse and focal forms.
Rare presentation of pituitary stalk lipoma as central precocious puberty in a girl
Authors: Jena Sweekruti , Mishra Ipsita , Baliarsinha Anoj Kumar , Jena Debarchan
Published: September 2023

Central precocious puberty (CPP) in girls is most commonly idiopathic. Here, we present a case of a 5-year 3-month-old child who presented with CPP with a stalk lipoma on magnetic resonance imaging. On examination, the sexual maturity rating was A1P1B (Rt B1, Lt B2), respectively. The hormonal evaluation revealed pubertal gonadotropin and E2 levels, respectively, with pubertal ultrasound (USG) parameters. She was started on gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist therapy and is on regular follow-up. This case highlights stalk lipoma as a cause of CPP.
Fungicidal Effectiveness of Super-Oxidized Solution In Vitro: Potential Implications for Wound Care
Authors: Krishnen Ranjeni , Muniandy Sreedharan
Published: September 2023

Introduction. Drug-resistant fungal infections in chronic wounds represent a major clinical challenge to clinicians. Fungal infections delay wound healing by prolonging inflammation and encouraging biofilm formation, which protects microbes against host defenses and anti-infective medications. As such, interventions that prevent and control nosocomial fungal infections without interfering with the wound healing process are increasingly required. Although conventional antiseptics can effectively exert fungicidal effects, they also have adverse effects on human cells. SOS is a well-known bactericidal agent that enhances the wound healing process, especially for chronic wounds. However, few studies have evaluated the antimicrobial activity of SOS on fungi. Objective. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether SOS exerts fungicidal activities against common fungal species. Materials and Methods. The efficacy of SOS was tested against 6 fungal species (Candida albicans, Candida auris, Candida tropicalis, Candida parapsilosis, Sporothrix schenckii, Trichophyton mentagrophytes) using an in vitro time-kill assay. Results. SOS achieved 99.9999% reduction of all tested fungi within 1 minute of exposure. Conclusions. This study shows that SOS may be an effective tool for the prevention and control of fungal infections.
Clinical Application of a Synthetic Hybrid-Scale Fiber Matrix in a Pediatric Trauma Patient
Authors: Fernández Luis , Matthews Marc , Kim Paul , Barghuthi Lutfi , MacEwan Matthew , Sallade Emily
Published: September 2023

Introduction. Large soft tissue defects resulting from trauma in the pediatric population are common. MLLs are a rare subset of these injuries with no standard treatment regimen. Thorough surgical debridement of these lesions is often warranted to remove necrotic tissue and contamination, which results in a large, open soft tissue defect. STSGs may be used to provide tissue coverage; however, they have limitations, including donor site morbidity and additional surgical time and cost. Case Report. A 12-year-old female with a cutaneous thermal contact burn and an MLL of the right lower medial thigh declined STSG to avoid additional operations. The wound was treated with an SHSFM that is engineered to mimic the structure and architecture of human extracellular matrix and supports cellular infiltration and proliferation with minimal inflammatory response. Over a 4-month period, the SHSFM was applied 6 times at 2- to 3-week intervals, resulting in complete regranulation and wound closure with no further surgical procedures required. Conclusions. This case demonstrates the utility of the SHSFM in the management of pediatric surgical wounds and highlights the flexibility of the SHSFM in achieving the goals of both patient and physician alike.
Efficacy of a Polylactic Acid Matrix for the Closure of Wagner Grade 1 and 2 Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Single-center, Prospective Randomized Trial
Authors: Liden Brock , Ramirez-GarciaLuna José
Published: September 2023

Introduction. CAMPs are used for treating refractory DFUs where other treatments have failed. PLA is a CAMP that has demonstrated effectiveness in promoting healing in burns and acute wounds. Objective. A single-center, prospective, randomized controlled trial comparing PLA-guided closure matrices versus collagen dressings was conducted to assess healing of Wagner grades 1 and 2 DFUs. Materials and Methods. A total of 30 participants were randomized to receive weekly debridement, wound care, and DFU offloading plus either PLA or collagen CAMPs. The primary outcome was the time to achieve full healing, and the secondary outcome was the proportion of ulcers healed at 12 weeks. Results. The median time to achieve full healing was 9.3 ± 2.9 weeks in the PLA group versus 14.8 ± 8.1 weeks in the collagen group (P = .021), representing a 44% reduction in the time to heal. Furthermore, by 12 weeks, 80% of the PLA-treated ulcers were healed compared to only 33% in the collagen group (P = .025). Conclusion. The results of this study show PLA matrices induce a potent healing response that leads to reduced healing time and an increased OR for achieving healing by 12 weeks.
Accounting and management systems as the basis of enterprise development
Authors: Gavrichenko E. V. , Ilina A. A.
Published: September 2023

The article presents a study on the management of accounting systems, its current state, as well as on the difficulties that arise in the work of enterprises under the risks’ influence. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been studied on the economic activity of the enterprise and on the reporting formation. The main changes in the organization of the company’s activities in modern conditions and costs affecting the accounting statements have been reflected. The accounting problems in conditions of uncertainty and violation of information exchange between responsibility centers have been identified. The existing systems’ comparative analysis of accounting, management accounting and risk management has been compiled. The benefits of optimizing accounting systems under the influence of modern risks have been formulated and information on them has been detailed, in accordance with the specifics of conducting financial and business operations at enterprises. The interrelation of accounting and risk management systems has been established, aimed at minimizing losses in the implementation of the enterprise’s activities in conditions of uncertainty.
A retrospective look at global recessions and modern trends in the world economic growth
Authors: Smirnov E. N.
Published: September 2023

The aim of the study is to analyze the dynamics of global recessions and world economic growth trends in recent decades in order to identify their main determinants and specifics in the context of the world economy dynamics. The article provides a systematization and classification of the global economic growth stages in retrospect, as well as a comparison of current trends in the development of the world economy with previous global crises. It has been established that the current conditions for the crises’ overcoming are significantly different from those conditions that were observed 40 years ago. It is shown, that in recent decades global crises have become cascading and have a greater impact on the volatility of world markets, making inflationary shocks sharper, and the monetary policy of countries and global financial conditions tougher.
Stagnation and renewable growth of enterprises: an empirical analysis by sectors of the Russian economy
Authors: Spitsin V. V. , Leonova V. A. , Spitsina L. Yu. , Bragin A. D.
Published: September 2023

An unfavorable external environment requires an emphasis shift in economic researches of enterprise development from factors and mechanisms of growth to the analysis of stagnation processes and the search for mechanisms to enter the path of growth after stagnation. The purpose of this work is to study the intensity of the processes of stagnation and subsequent renewable growth of enterprises in the context of a wide range of sectors of the Russian economy. Signs of stagnation or drop in sales are revealed for 2013–2017, renewable growth – within 4 years after the stagnation period. The research methods are the calculation of economic coefficients and the identification of differences between them using methods of mathematical statistics. It was found that in an unfavorable external environment, significant proportion of Russian enterprises showed signs of stagnation or drop in sales. Certain advantages are shown by high-tech industries, in which the intensity of business stagnation was lower. The most acute period of the crisis was the period 2013–2016. In 2017, there was an adaptation of business to unfavorable environmental conditions, and the share of stagnating enterprises decreased significantly. Calculations showed that the share of enterprises demonstrating long-term renewable growth was at a low level. It reduces their attractiveness to private investors. The “age” factor can be recommended as a significant criterion for investors when choosing firms for financing: young enterprises are less susceptible to stagnation and more likely to enter the path of growth after stagnation.
Modern functioning aspects of the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications
Authors: Anikin O. B. , Mishchenko D. D.
Published: September 2023

The modern SWIFT system is the most popular method of transnational transactions, which confirms the relevance of the chosen topic. The purpose of this article is to consider modern aspects of the SWIFT system functioning as a tool for carrying out bank transfers and economic pressure. The study subject is the SWIFT. The article uses such theoretical research methods as analysis and synthesis. The article contains an analysis of technological innovations in 2017–2022 and of SWIFT’s structure, the method of its operation, as well as an analysis of the role of the system in economic pressure on the example of Iran and Russia. The article can be applied when studying the principle of operation and the role of SWIFT in international transactions. The SWIFT regularly improves the standards and methods of its work, introduces innovations, so it is possible to talk about its long-term global prospects. The study resulted the identification of such innovations as SWIFT gpi, SWIFT Go, gpi Tracker and others, which indicates the constant updating, development of the system, that adapts to the changing consumer demand. The findings highlight the global role of the SWIFT system in transnational payments and economic impact.
A critical attitude and its influence on behavior change in terms of forming a negative position towards governmental mitigation measures during a pandemic
Authors: Kempkens O. H.
Published: September 2023

As a strategy against the outbreak and the further spreading of Covid-19, countries, states and communities used different approaches. To protect citizens, governments developed coronavirus mitigation measures and due to which, people were confronted with restrictions in their everyday life. As could be observed in many countries, the society mood turned, since many people did not agree with these restrictions and some people even started demonstrating against governmental mitigation measures. In this context, it can be assumed that some people are more prone to believe in rumors and fake news spread on social media than others. Consequently, a critical attitude is being developed against the government and/or Covid-19 mitigation measures. The present study uses the quantitative data collection method to investigate why some people change their behavior in crises situations and why they are more prone to believing rumors and fake news on social media than others. The results showed that the higher people rate themselves as being critical, the less they believe in rumors and fake news on social media, the less they change their behavior during the pandemic in terms of rejecting Covid-19 mitigation measures. Therefore, it is also more likely that people will follow the measures to mitigate the effects of coronavirus infection.
Demographic and migration processes in the Far East of Russia (on the example of Primorsky Krai)
Authors: Serdyukov K. N.
Published: September 2023

This article highlights the features of demographic and migration processes characteristic of the Far Eastern Federal District (hereinafter referred to as FEFD) in general and Primorsky Krai in particular. Based on materials of official statistics, the resident population dynamics of all Russia’s subjects that are part of the FEFD is considered. In this region, the development specifics’ of modern period migration processes are revealed; differentiated indicators of migration increase/decrease in the population are analyzed. A number of implemented state initiatives are outlined, to some extent contributing to the improvement of the socio-economic situation of the FEFD, as well as the normalization of its demographic situation. However, it is noted that despite the adoption of special measures/conditions, it is not possible to overcome the negative demographic trend of the macroregion. The paper emphasizes that in the Far East external labor migration has become a valuable source of compensation for the shortage of local labor resources. Thus, according to the author, the foreign labor force of this macroregion should be considered as the most important element of its socio-economic development, putting forward the problems of international labor migration among the most priority issues.
A study of young people’s attitudes towards the impact of the fashion industry on the environment
Authors: Timokhovich A. N. , Filenko Ts. S. , Lelyakova A. S.
Published: September 2023

This article presents the results of an empirical study aimed at studying young people’s attitudes to the impact of the fashion industry on the environment. The survey is used as a research method. The study was conducted in the spring of 2023. As a result of the study, a high degree of awareness of young people about the negative impact of the fashion industry on the environment was revealed; the attitude of young people to the manifestations of the fashion industry was revealed; the willingness of young people to change their consumer practices in the fashion industry was determined; aspects of the behavior of young people associated with following eco-friendly principles (higher awareness when consuming industry goods fashion; more rare purchases of fashion industry products; rejection of genuine leather and fur in clothing; reduction of consumption of various goods; the purchase of goods in eco-friendly/recyclable packaging; focus on the purchase of eco-friendly products; the delivery of personal belongings for recycling; the use of second-hand goods); the positive attitude of young people to the types of activities that can be carried out by companies in the fashion industry aimed at solving environmental problems has been revealed.