bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Risk Factors for Recurrence after Inguinal Hernia Surgery: A Prospective Study of a Tertiary Care Hospital in Bangladesh
Authors: Baten Dr. Md. Abdul , Begum Dr. Ambia , Islam Dr. Nazia , Bishwash Dr. Nobarun
Published: October 2024

Background: Inguinal hernia recurrence remains a significant clinical concern despite advancements in surgical techniques and patient care. Identifying risk factors associated with recurrence is crucial for improving patient outcomes. Objective: This study aims to evaluate the risk factors for recurrence after inguinal hernia surgery in a tertiary care hospital in Bangladesh. Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted at the surgical department of Mymensingh Medical College Hospital from July 2022 to December 2023. A total of 50 patients aged over 18 years with more than one recurrence were included. Patients with incisional hernias or a single recurrence were excluded. Data were collected via a questionnaire covering variables such as gender, age, smoking status, comorbidities (constipation, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, coronary heart disease, diabetes, hypertension), medications, and family history. The influence of these factors on initial hernia onset, age at first recurrence, and recurrence rates was analyzed. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 23.0, with Student's t-tests or Chi-square tests as appropriate, and odds ratios calculated for relative risk. Results: The majority of the patients 21(42%) belong to 61-70 age range, 11 (22%) belongs to 51-60 age range, 8 (16%) belongs to 71-80 age range, 6 (12%) belongs to 41-50 age range, 3 (6%) belongs to 31-40 age range and only 1 2%) belongs to 21-30 age range. Among the 50 patients’ the highest number of the patients was male 37 (74%) and female were 13 (26%). As expected, more male patients had inguinal hernias but distribution of gender (p = 0.27), smoking habits (p = 0.45), comorbidity and medication did not vary when subgroups with or without affected relatives were compared. Conclusion: The findings underscore the importance of considering patient-specific risk factors, such as family history and age, in the management of inguinal hernia repairs. Further ........
Fertility concerns and COVID-19 Vaccines: Community-informed infographic design in urban Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada
Authors: Vernon-Wilson Elizabeth , Hussein Rand , Tetui Moses , Poon Adrian , Waite Nancy , Wiens Brianna , MacDonald Shana , Grindrod Kelly
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Vaccine hesitancy, including concerns about possible fertility side-effects, caused delay in the uptake of COVID-19 vaccines in Canada and elsewhere. One way of tackling vaccine hesitancy is the use of infographics that explain key issues and address concerns. The aim of this study was to explore the collaborative process of rapidly developing an infographic that was informed by community feedback and tailored to address fertility concerns during urgent COVID-19 pandemic conditions.
Methods: A survey promoted through social media and focus group discussion with community contacts were used to iteratively consult target audiences and gather feedback on interpretation of the infographic’s content and meaning. Survey results were analysed using descriptive methods. A focus group discussion was analysed using inductive thematic and sentiment analysis. Feedback guided infographic development.
Results: A draft infographic and survey were shared online. 33 of 37 survey respondents expressed that they trusted the information provided in infographics. Survey respondents and focus group participants both wanted simple language and additional information to address concerns about the long-term effect of COVID-19 vaccines on fertility. Opinions indicated that more effort was needed to address varying levels of health literacy within communities. There was conflicting feedback on whether use of inclusive language by removing gender labels and focusing on biology, was helpful or confusing.
Conclusions: This study shows public feedback can help tailor content and design of vaccine confidence building tools making them more accessible to the general population. In addition, efforts to resolve specific concerns can be augmented by modifying and/or creating different versions of infographics.
Integração institucional: análise de um modelo sociológico para perseverança em licenciaturas nas Ciências da Natureza
Authors: Bueno Paulo Eduardo , Batista Irinéa De Lourdes
Published: October 2024

Motivados pela crescente preocupação atual com o chamado “apagão de professores” no Brasil, decidimos direcionar o foco deste trabalho às tendências investigativas mais recentes utilizadas para pesquisar fenômenos de evasão e persistência nas licenciaturas em ciências da natureza de instituições brasileiras de ensino superior. Naturalmente, a evasão no ensino de ciências motiva numerosos artigos ao longo dos anos, portanto, para que possamos discutir com alguma profundidade a respeito do tema, optamos por uma delimitação que consiste na análise de resultados de investigações publicadas nos últimos cinco anos, em revistas Qualis A1, e que orientassem suas pesquisas por meio de uma perspectiva social, de acordo com as definições que discutimos ao longo do trabalho. Orientamos nossas discussões em etapas referentes às fases de formação acadêmica propostas na modelagem adotada, sendo elas: entrada, integração e decisão. Entre os resultados discutidos, destacam-se as propostas de mudança nas grades curriculares, trazendo disciplinas do núcleo de didática para os semestres iniciais dos cursos, e as metodologias ativas de ensino, tais com o ensino por investigação, que possibilitam maior interação entre pares e, consequentemente, potencial atenuação das consequências trazidas pela disparidade de formação inicial.
Efeito cascata das políticas educacionais a partir da BNCC: concepções de docentes de Ciências da Natureza sobre a construção do documento orientador curricular de Santa Maria/RS (DOC/SM)
Authors: Mattos Kélli Renata Corrêa de , Amestoy Micheli Bordoli , Tolentino-Neto Luiz Caldeira Brant de
Published: October 2024

Este estudo trata da formulação de novas políticas educacionais posteriores à Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC), especificamente políticas curriculares como o Documento Orientador Curricular do município de Santa Maria (DOC/SM), no estado do Rio Grande do Sul (RS). Diante disso, o texto tem o objetivo de apresentar aspectos relevantes na concepção de professores de Ciências da Natureza (CN) sobre a BNCC e a construção do DOC/SM. Para tanto, foram realizadas entrevistas com docentes de CN envolvidos no processo de construção do documento orientador territorial. A análise fundamenta-se nos pressupostos teóricos-metodológicos do Ciclo de Políticas e da Análise de Conteúdo, que subsidiou a elaboração das seguintes categorias: I) Representatividades; II) Resistências e III) Formações. Pode-se compreender com o estudo como a verticalização das políticas educacionais expropria os meios de atuação docente, pois mesmo diante dos esforços em contextualizar as especificidades locais na política territorial, em nenhum momento, foi possível desvincular-se do que a Base [idealizada e construída à distância] assegura como essencial para a aprendizagem dos estudantes.
O processo metacognitivo na utilização da tecnologia educacional pós-pandemia da Covid-19
Authors: Sfeir Christopher Ramos , Corrêa Nancy Nazareth Gatzke , Corrêa Hugo Emmanuel da Rosa
Published: October 2024

Diante dos desafios apresentados pela aprendizagem de Cálculo, no Ensino Superior, este artigo investiga e analisa os processos metacognitivos envolvidos na escolha de estratégias de aprendizagem e utilização das tecnologias educacionais por dez estudantes de Cálculo I, do curso de Engenharia de Controle e Automação de um Instituto Federal do Paraná. Para isso apresentamos os conceitos sobre tecnologias educacionais e metacognição, necessários para a análise dos dados, que foram coletados por meio de questionário/formulário on-line, e analisados utilizando a Análise Textual Discursiva, buscando as percepções, acerca do processo de aprendizagem em Cálculo destes estudantes, desta análise emergiram as categorias: tecnologias educacionais, resolução de exercícios, estudando, não aprendeu, revisando, explicação do professor e anotações. Com essa investigação foi possível evidenciar a presença de processos metacognitivos na percepção e na escolha da estratégia de aprendizagem, em especial ao complementar as explicações do professor realizadas em sala de aula, por explicações em ambientes digitais externos à instituição de ensino, estratégia amplamente utilizadas no período da pandemia, que foram mantidas pelos estudantes, o que deduzimos ser um comportamento de um aprendiz metacognitivo incitados pelos novos modelos de aquisição de informação.
O brincar no processo do desenvolvimento da criança na perspectiva da Teoria da Atividade de Leontiev
Authors: Melo Débora Kélli Freitas de , Battisti Isabel Koltermann , Zanon Lenir Basso , Frison Marli Dallagnol
Published: October 2024

Esse artigo tem como foco o papel do brincar para o desenvolvimento psíquico da criança em idade pré-escolar. O objetivo principal foi compreender os avanços no desenvolvimento psíquico da criança proporcionados pelo ato de brincar, permitindo que ela se aproprie do mundo real, adquira conhecimentos, relacione-se e integre-se com a sua cultura. O processo analítico adotado foi de natureza qualitativa e reflexiva, desenvolvido por meio de uma análise preliminar da obra O Desenvolvimento do Psiquismo, escrita pelo psicólogo russo Alexis Leontiev. A análise da obra revelou que, em relação ao desenvolvimento psíquico da criança em idade pré-escolar, o brincar não é uma forma predominante de atividade, porém, é a linha principal do desenvolvimento psíquico. Isso se deve ao surgimento de necessidades e impulsos específicos nessa fase, que são fundamentais para o desenvolvimento psíquico da criança. O brincar é considerado a atividade principal da criança, sendo responsável pelas principais mudanças em seu desenvolvimento e aprendizagem. Por meio do brincar, a criança direciona sua atenção para aspectos significativos, trabalha sua inteligência, a motricidade, a afetividade e a cognição, e se apropria do mundo ao seu redor.
A gestão da sala de aula na formação inicial: uma revisão de literatura
Authors: Souza Ariadene Santos , Anic Cinara Calvi
Published: October 2024

Este estudo é parte de uma pesquisa de mestrado profissional em andamento cuja temática versa sobre a gestão da sala de aula na formação inicial de professores. A gestão da sala de aula compreende um conjunto de ações tomadas pelo professor para viabilizar o ensino e a aprendizagem dos alunos. Entretanto, a literatura mostra que este é um tema pouco abordado na formação inicial, o que contribui para que os professores, sobretudo aqueles em início de carreira, tenham dificuldades na prática pedagógica. Diante dessa problemática, e com o intuito de conhecermos publicações recentes sobre o tema, realizamos uma revisão de literatura segundo a metodologia DataCon. Como resultados, observamos temas variados relacionados à gestão da sala de aula, como indisciplina, dificuldades no planejamento pedagógico, dentre outras. Também foi possível identificamos os autores frequentemente usados como base teórica nessas pesquisas. Entendemos que a revisão de literatura é crucial para que o pesquisador faça escolhas mais assertivas e fundamentadas no desenvolvimento de seu estudo, e a gestão da sala de aula deve ser um tema discutido amplamente e com ações de intervenção na formação inicial, relacionando a teoria à prática e subsidiando os alunos em seu futuro trabalho docente de forma mais segura.
Guardians of the Nation: An Analysis of the Indian Special Forces and Their Strategic Impact
Authors: Dr. Rachana Deundy  , Mohan Singh Dhangar  , Dr. Anil Kumar Meena
Published: October 2024

This research paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the Indian Special Forces, exploring their evolution, structure, roles, and strategic impact on national security. Beginning with a historical overview, the study traces the development of Indian Special Forces from their origins during World War II to their current status as elite, multi-functional units. It details the structure and organization of key units, including the Para (SF), MARCOS, NSG, Garud Commando Force, and Special Frontier Force (SFF), highlighting their specialized capabilities and operational responsibilities. The paper examines their critical roles in counter-terrorism, counter-insurgency, intelligence gathering, and international peacekeeping, with a focus on notable operations such as Operation Black Tornado and the 2016 PoK surgical strikes. Additionally, it addresses the challenges faced by these forces, including modernization needs, logistical constraints, and the physical and psychological demands on personnel. Through a comparative analysis with global counterparts and a discussion on future prospects, the paper offers insights into the effectiveness of Indian Special Forces and their contributions to national and international security. The study underscores the strategic importance of these forces and provides recommendations for enhancing their capabilities to meet evolving security threats.
Adapting Customer Experience Strategies in the Digital Age: A study
Authors: Dr. Rakesh Kumar Reader
Published: October 2024

Creating effective customer experience strategies in the digital era necessitates a dynamic approach that incorporates the evolving digital landscape and consumer behaviors. This study aims to explore the multifaceted nature of customer experience strategies in the context of digital transformation, emphasizing the integration of technology, data analytics, and personalized interactions. Through qualitative and quantitative research, including case studies of leading firms and surveys of consumer responses, we identify key trends that are shaping customer expectations and experiences online. The findings reveal that successful adaptation involves not just the adoption of new technologies but also a fundamental shift in organizational culture and processes to become more customer-centric. We propose a framework for businesses to navigate these changes, highlighting the importance of agility, continuous learning, and innovation in creating compelling, seamless customer experiences across digital channels. This research contributes to the broader understanding of how companies can effectively engage with their customers in a rapidly changing digital environment, offering actionable insights for practitioners aiming to enhance their customer experience strategies.
Enhancing Cloud Security in Indian Enterprises: A Machine Learning Approach
Authors: Dr. Ramesh Patel
Published: October 2024

Cloud adoption in Indian enterprises is on the rise, bringing with it significant security challenges. This paper investigates how machine learning techniques can be applied to bolster cloud security in Indian organizations. The research focuses on anomaly detection systems that use machine learning algorithms to identify suspicious activities in cloud environments. Models such as Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, and Neural Networks are evaluated based on their ability to detect threats such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, insider threats, and data breaches. The paper also discusses the need for localized cloud security frameworks tailored to Indian regulatory requirements and data privacy laws.
A PHENOMENOLOGICAL INQUIRY ON THE UTILIZATION OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION: GAMIFICATION IN FOCUS
Authors: Maria Lalaine B. Otabe  , Porferia S. Poralan
Published: October 2024

This research study employed a qualitative research design, specifically a phenomenological approach, to uncover and understand the lived experiences of PE 2 students who are in the gamified subject. The study involved 14 students who were selected through a purposive sampling technique in accordance with the inclusion criteria, and the data were analyzed using coding and thematic analysis. The findings of the study revealed the experiences of the participants, having difficulty in navigating the app, encountering poor internet connection, experiencing engaging tasks, enhancing motivation to learn, On-time and competitive learning, setting personal goals in learning, adaptation of game-like learning, and fostering sportsmanship and collaboration. Conversely, the participants employed the following coping mechanisms to get through the challenges they faced: Seeking Help or Assistance, utilization of data connection, making use of various learning resources, peer tutoring and teamwork, and continuous learning of the platform. Additionally, the following insights were drawn from their experiences: personal growth and tracking progress, significance of gamification in physical education, importance of technology Integration, useful and beneficial for Future educators, and cultivate confidence and self-improvement. The findings of the study suggest that by integrating gamified learning into physical education, educators have the opportunity to harness the power of technology and experiential learning to foster a deeper understanding of concepts and skills. Ultimately, the study's insights emphasize the transformative potential of gamified learning in enhancing both the enjoyment and effectiveness of physical education, paving the way for more immersive and impactful educational experiences.
KEYWORDS: Physical education, Gamification, Phenomenological approach, Gamified subject, Lived experiences, Technology integration, Mati City, Davao Oriental.
The effect of enterosgel on the activity of energy supply processes in rats at the same time affected by malathion and tetrachlormethane
Authors: Boiko Larysa , Kachur Oksana , Lykhatskyi Petro , Fira Dmytro , Fira Liudmyla
Published: October 2024

Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the activity of bioenergetic processes in rats under conditions of simultaneous exposure to malathion and carbon tetrachloride and after the use of enterosgel.
Materials and Methods: Experiments were conducted on rats. The rats were divided into nine groups.Malathion was administered daily (for 30 days) at a dose of 20 mg / kg body weight of the animal. Tetrachloromethane was administered twice (every other day) as a 50% oil solution at a dose of 1.0 ml / kg body weight. The intensity of energy supply processes was assessed by the activity of succinate dehydrogenase and cytochrome oxidase, impaired carbohydrate metabolism in terms of glucose and glycogen.
Results: It was noted that succinate dehydrogenase activity in the liver decreased 2 times, in the myocardium – 1.6 times. On the thirty and seventh day of administration of toxicants after enterosorbent use, succinate dehydrogenase activity increased in the liver by 20%, cytochrome oxidase by 27%, in the myocardium – by 31% and 23%, respectively. The content of glucose in the serum after exposure to toxicants increased maximally (2.4 times) at the end of the study. In contrast, the glycogen content in the liver decreased by 48%, in the myocardium by 13%. The use of enterosgel resulted in a decrease in serum glucose.
Conclusions: The use of enterosgel leads to the restoration of energy processes in the body of affected rats, which is confirmed by increased activity of mitochondrial enzymes, lowering glucose and increasing glycogen in the studied organs.
Dynamics of indicators of cadets’ daily motor activity in different training years
Authors: Prontenko Kostiantyn , Bondarenko Valentyn V. , Plisko Valerii I. , Radzievskyi Rostyslav M. , Novitska Inesa V. , Nikitenko Oleksiy V. , Skoruy Ostap S.
Published: October 2024

Aim: The aim is to investigate the dynamics of indicators of daily motor activity of cadets of higher educational institutions with specific learning environment in different training years.
Materials and Methods: The research involved 226 cadets of the National Academy of Internal Affairs in the first (n = 62), second (n = 56), third (n = 60), and fourth (n = 48) training years. We used the Framingham method which involves the calculation of the motor activity index to determine the daily time spent on cadets’ motor activity and their daily energy expenditure.
Results: The dynamics of motor activity indicators of cadets in different training years have been studied. The best index were found in the third-year cadets (34.12 ± 0.49 points and 2643.9 ± 36.6 kcal), and the worst – in the first (32.68 ± 0.43 points and 2537 ± 33.9 kcal) and fourth (32.85 ± 0.41 points and 2550.9 ± 31.3 kcal). At the same time, a significant difference between the indicators of motor activity per day was found only in the first- and third-year cadets (p < 0.05). In general, the level of daily motor activity of the first- and fourth-year cadets is assessed as insufficient (inadequate), and of the secondand third-year cadets – as proper.
Conclusions: The results obtained indicate the need to increase the daily level of motor activity of cadets by involving them in sporting and mass participation events and extracurricular physical exercises and increasing the intensity of physical training sessions.
Konsepsi Patriarki dalam Serial Gadis Kretek Sutradara Kamila Andini dan Ifa Isfansyah
Authors: Patihah Marwah Ernia , Afriani Nunung
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkapkan fenomena patriarki dalam film yang berjudul Gadis Kretek karya Kamila Andini dan Ifa Isfansyah. Hal yang ingin diungkapkan dalam film tersebut adalah adanya tindakan atau fenomena patriarki. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan melakukan analisis deskriptif. Objek primer dari penelitian ini adalah film Gadis Kretek karya Kamila Andini dan Ifa Isfansyah dan objek sekunder berupa referensi-referensi terkait yang dapat membantu menjawab masalah penelitian. Data-data diperoleh dengan menonton,kemudian mencatat fenomena-fenomena terkait masalah patriarki dalam objek penelitian. Analisis dilakukan dengan identifikasi dan pendeskripsian data-data terkait masalah patriarki.
Analisis Nilai Religius dalam Novel Tajwid Cinta Hadwan-Kafiya Karya Lebah Ratih
Authors: Najamudin  , Sulistiowati Muthi'ah
Published: October 2024

Peneliti bertujuan untuk menganalisis nilai religius yang ada dalam novel Tajwid Cinta Hadwan-Kafiya karya Lebah Ratih. Penelitian ini termasuk dalam jenis penelitian studi kepustakaan, sedangkan metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif.  Sumber data  yang digunakan adalah teks atau naskah yang ada dalam Novel Tajwid Cinta Hadwan-Kafiya karya Lebah Ratih yang dipublikasikan pada tahun 2017 cetakan pertama. Teori yang digunakan untuk menganalisis yakni Representasi yang dikemukakan oleh Stuart Hall (1997). Teknik analisis data dengan memapaparkan secara deskriptif melalui komponen reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan.Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk Mendeskripsikan bagaimana representasi nilai religius dalam novel Tajwid Cinta Hadwan- Kafiya karya Lebah Ratih. Berdasarkan penelitian ini, disimpulkan bahwa nilai religius yang terdapat dalam novel ini ialah nilai ibadah, nilai akhlak, nilai keteladanan dan ikhlas. Dengan demikian, penelitian pada novel Tajwid Cinta Hadwan-Kafiya mencakup segala hal tentang religius.
Relationship between Affective Function and Family Socialization Function with Young Women's Courtship Behavior
Authors: Safitri Nila , Silvanasari Irwina Angelia , Tursina Hella Meldy
Published: October 2024

Courtship in deviant adolescents is characterized by kissing, hugging, and having sexual relations outside marriage. Family closeness and parenting should be able to minimize the occurrence of deviant dating behavior in adolescents. This study aimed to determine the relationship between family affective function and family socialization function in adolescent girls' courtship behavior. This research method is quantitative research with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study was all grade 7and grade 8 girls of junior high school in Jember, with 226 female students. The sample of this study a mounted to 144 female students. This study used a purposive sampling technique. The independent variable is the affective function of the family and the socialization function of the family; the dependent variable is the courtship behavior of adolescent girls. Data collection in this study used questionnaires on respondent characteristics, family affective function, family socialization function,and dating behavior that had been tested for validity and reliability. The study was analyzed using Fisher's statistical test. The results of this study showed that the affective function of the family functioned as much (95.1%), the family socialization function functioned as much (93.8%), thecourtship behavior of adolescent girls was at risk (58.3%), there was no relationship between the affective function of the family and the dating behavior of young women, and there was no relationship between the function of family socialization and the dating behavior of young women. Young women should have knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors about good reproductive health to avoid risky dating behaviors. Families should maintain optimization of affective function and socialization function in the family and maintain a good friendship environment in young women. Families should also provide early sexuality education to children to prevent risky dating behavior.
Relationship of Health Belief Model (HBM) with VIA Test Behavior in Women of Childbearing Age
Authors: Kusumaningrum Apriyanti
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Cervical cancer ranks second as the most cancer cases in women. This is due to ineffective early detection programs. Early detection of cervical cancer that can be done is the VIA test, but women's involvement is still minimal. This is because Health Belief in cervical cancer and VIA tests are lacking so that women don’t feel vulnerable and threatened to cervical cancer, don’t feel cervical cancer as a severe disease, don’t know the benefits of IVA tests and don’t feel able to do. The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between HBM and the behavior of VIA test examination. Methods: This type of research was correlational with a cross sectional approach. The study population was women of childbearing age. Samples of 51 people were taken using the purposive sampling method.The instrument used is a questionnaire. The results of the study were analyzed with the Spearman test. Results: The Health Belief Model among respondents was almost entirely in the moderate category (78.4%). Behavioral VIA test examination was mostly in the positive behavior category (70.6%). There is a relationship between the HBM and VIA test behavior with p value = 0.011 (p value ˂ α (0.05)). Conclusions: Based on the study results, it can be concluded that there is a relationship of Health Belief Model with VIA Test Behavior in Women of Childbearing Age.
Desert tortoise inventory at Lake Mead National Recreation Area: 2022 line distance sampling surveys
Authors: Mitchell Corey , Allison Linda , Mitchell Corey , Allison Linda
Published: October 2024

The Mojave desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii) inhabits the Mojave and Colorado Deserts in the southwestern United States. The Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) spans the Colorado River corridor in Arizona and Nevada and sits at an ecologically important intersection of the listed and unlisted Mojave tortoise populations. A large portion of the Lake Mead NRA contains suitable desert tortoise habitat, but no contemporary estimates of population densities exist for different areas of the recreation area. Three of the long-term range-wide monitoring strata overlap the Lake Mead NRA: Eldorado Valley, Gold Butte-Pakoon, and Piute-Valley, covering a small area of the potential tortoise habitat within the recreations area. For this project, three new Lake Mead NRA monitoring strata consisting of eight substrata were identified based on potential tortoise habitat and geography: 1) Detrital - Detrital 1 and Detrital 2, 2) Overton - Gold-Butte-Pakoon, Overton East, and Western Overton Arm, and 3) Eldorado Valley - Eldorado Mountain, Eldorado Valley, and Piute Valley.

In 2022 at Lake Mead NRA, 25 teams surveyed a total of 170 12-km transects between 5 April and 2 May, including 60 in the Detrital strata, 60 in Overton, and 50 in Eldorado Valley. Basing density estimates only on the tortoises that are visible will result in density estimates that are consistently underestimated. To account for this, we used telemetry to estimate the proportion of tortoises available for sampling. For the Lake Mead NRA surveys field technicians used high frequency receivers and directional antennas to locate 9-16 radio-equipped tortoises in two focal sites: Gold-Butte and Piute-Mid.

Surveyors at Lake Mead NRA in 2022 reported five adult tortoises on transects and one additional adult, which was encountered opportunistically. Overall, the encounter rate was low, and the number of tortoises detected on transects was not sufficient to develop a detection function nor derive meaningful density estimates for any of the Lake Mead stratum. Encounter rates ranged from 0.0020-0.0075 tortoises encountered per km surveyed. The lack of detections is likely due to multiple factors, with a principal cause related to the drought in the southwestern United States. During the spring of 2022, fewer tortoises were detected during range-wide line distance sampling across the entirety of species? range than in years prior, resulting in decreased encounter rates in most monitoring strata. Further studies on population dynamics in this area may be warranted to determine advantageous management actions needed to maintain this population going forward.
Implementation of Article 7 Paragraph (1) and (3) of Law No. 14 of 2008 concerning Transparency of Public Information in Government Services
Authors: Zahara Juwita , Yolanda Astri Ruli , Maharani Ledina , Nemas Inge , Jainah Zainab Ompu
Published: October 2024

This research examines the regulations surrounding Public Information Disclosure, which mandates that public institutions in Indonesia furnish and manage public information as part of their governmental duties. The purpose of this study is to analyze the normative aspects and practices of implementing public body obligations that are the object of Article 7 Paragraphs (1) and (3) in providing and managing public information. The research method used is normative juridical. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that Article 7 paragraphs 1 and 3 of the KIP Law have normative aspects and implementation of public body obligations. The results of the study indicate a gap between the legal norms regulated in the KIP Law and their implementation in the field. The juridical analysis identified several inhibiting factors, including diverse legal interpretations, limited supporting legal infrastructure, and lack of harmonization between the KIP Law and other sectoral regulations. The conclusion of the study is that effective implementation of Article 7 of the KIP Law requires a comprehensive approach involving legal reform, institutional strengthening, and increasing legal awareness of government officials and the public towards more transparent and accountable governance.
Faktor-Faktor yang Berhubungan dengan Kepuasan Pelayanan Antenatal Care di Puskesmas Pondok Gede Bekasi Tahun 2018
Authors: Novita  , Idealistiana Lia
Published: October 2024

Hampir semua pelayanan klinik di Indonesia mempunyai penyakit yang sama, ada tujuh masalah yang sering dianggap remeh dalam pelayanan kesehatan masyarakat. Hal ini terungkap dalam Lokakarya Orientasi Rencana Kerja Organisasi Pelaksana USAIO-Paket Kesehatan 2015. 80% permasalahan tersebut adalah antrian panjang, terbatasnya obat untuk pasien, dokter memberikan pelayanan dalam waktu satu menit, petugas klinik memberikan pelayanan yang tidak ramah, dan tidak tanggap. Berdasarkan penelitian terdahulu terhadap 10 orang ibu hamil di Klinik Podok Gede diperoleh hasil bahwa 80% pasien merasa puas, dan 20% pasien merasa tidak puas. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah Untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang berhubungan dengan kepuasan pelayanan antenatal care di poliklinik pondok gede bekasi tahun 2018. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode analitik dan desain cross sectional. Populasinya adalah seluruh ibu hamil yang datang ke Puskesmas Pondok Gede, Bekasi pada tanggal 10 – 12 April 2017. Sampel yang digunakan adalah 30 ibu hamil. Hasil analisis univariat menunjukkan 19 ibu (63,3%) merasa tidak puas. Hasil analisis bivariat yang berhubungan dengan kepuasan pelayanan adalah kualitas tenaga kesehatan (p=0,000), komunikasi tenaga kesehatan (p=0,000), dan fasilitas kesehatan (p=0,000). Kualitas tenaga kesehatan, komunikasi tenaga kesehatan (bidan), dan fasilitas kesehatan berhubungan dengan kepuasan pelayanan antenatal. Semoga pimpinan klinik dapat memberikan penambahan tenaga kesehatan atau tenaga honorer, memberikan pelayanan prima kepada petugas, meningkatkan fasilitas kesehatan. Kemudian bidan diharapkan mengikuti pelatihan terkini dan mencoba menerapkan ilmu terkini agar bidan dapat berkompeten dan meningkatkan komunikasi dengan pasien.
¿Qué se ha investigado en Latinoamérica sobre dolor crónico? Análisis visual y bibliométrico de 40 años
Authors: Fuentes-Blanco Hugo F. , Gallego-Gallego Paola , Bocanegra-Tovar Claudia S. , Lozano-Cifuentes Tatiana , Ovallos-Ayala Paola A. , Angulo-Quintana Juan D. Salvador , Martínez-Imbett Rafael E. , Castelblanco-Sánchez Diego A. , Domínguez-Cañas Julio E. , Ortega-Sierra Michael
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: Analizar las características de la investigación histórica latinoamericana sobre dolor crónico. Metodología: Se llevó a cabo un estudio bibliométrico, que utilizó como fuente de datos Scopus. Para la realización de este análisis, se hizo uso del paquete bibliometrix del programa R, que permite calcular indicadores bibliométricos cuantitativos, así como la visualización de resultados. Resultados: Se seleccionaron 3 216 artículos, publicados entre 1973 y 2024. El 76,7 % de los artículos fueron de tipología original. Se identificó una colaboración internacional en el 37,7 % y un crecimiento científico anual del 9,1 %. Al aplicar la Ley de Lotka, se determinó que el 92,7 % de los autores solo hasta dos documentos. La Universidade de São Paulo, es la institución más prolífica y con mayor impacto de la región, con 571 artículos publicados e índice h de 53, al igual que Brasil como país. La fibromialgia, dolor neuropático, dolor dorsal, calidad de vida y depresión, son los temas estudiados con mayor frecuencia, relacionados a dolor crónico en Latinoamérica. Conclusiones: La investigación latina sobre dolor crónico ha tenido un crecimiento paulatino y notable, sobre todo en los últimos 10 años, el cual ha sido liderado esencialmente por Brasil. La fibromialgia, dolor neuropático, dolor dorsal, calidad de vida y depresión, son algunos de los temas más estudiados hasta la fecha en la región. Más del 90 % de la evidencia producida, ha sido generada por autores de forma esporádica, lo que refleja la ausencia de líneas de investigación sólidas en la región sobre dolor crónico.
Frecuencia y conocimiento de tripanosomiasis americana en habitantes de la municipalidad de Vinto, Cochabamba, Bolivia
Authors: Villca-Chuquichambi Moria , Condori-Mamani Abigail , Orellana-Guevara Raquel , Orellana-Salazar Javier
Published: October 2024

Introduction: American trypanosomiasis is caused by the blood parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, it affects 21 countries in the America, especially rural populations. Objectives: To determine the frequency and knowledge of American trypanosomiasis, as well as to disaggregate the frequency of American trypanosomiasis reemplazar por by sex and age group in the inhabitants of the municipality of Vinto, Cochabamba - Bolivia. Materials and Methods: A descriptive study with a non-experimental cross-sectional design was carried out. A total of 207 inhabitants of the municipality of Vinto attended the clinical analysis laboratory of the Biochemistry Department of the Adventist University of Bolivia. The sera were processed by indirect hemagglutination (HAI). Knowledge about American trypanosomiasis was determined by means of a structured survey. Pearson’s chi-square was used to relate variables and was considered significant at p<0.05. Results: The frequency of American trypanosomiasis in inhabitants of the municipality of Vinto was 11.6%. There was no relationship between the frequency of American trypanosomiasis and sex (p>0.05) but there was a relationship with the age group (p<0.05). 72.9% claimed to know about American trypanosomiasis. Conclusions: The results show that the frequency of American trypanosomiasis is low and that most of the inhabitants of the municipality of Vinto, Cochabamba, Bolivia have knowledge about the disease. In addition, it was found that there is only a relationship betweenthe frequency of American trypanosomiasis and age group.
Factores asociados a percepción inadecuada sobre el uso de medicamentos genéricos en población adulta de Lambayeque, Perú
Authors: Carrasco-Pérez Stephanie , Ayala-Porras Zulmy Yaré
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: Evaluar la frecuencia y factores asociados a la percepción inadecuada sobre el uso de medicamentos genéricos en población adulta de Lambayeque, Perú. Material y métodos: Estudio con diseño cuantitativo, observacional, analítico, transversal y prospectivo, con 549 participantes entre 18 a 60 años de Lambayeque en 2022 evaluados través de un cuestionario en línea. Se calculó las razones de prevalencia crudas (RPc) y ajustadas (RPa) con intervalos de confianza al 95 % (IC 95 %) usando regresiones de Poisson con varianzas robustas de la variable percepción inadecuada frente a características sociodemográficas y de la atención en salud. Resultados: La muestra se caracterizó por una mediana de edad de 25 años, predominio del sexo femenino (55,2 %), estado civil soltero (73,0 %) y grado de instrucción secundaria (46,4 %). El 60,7 % tuvo una percepción inadecuada hacia el uso de medicamentos genéricos, especialmente individuos del sexo masculino (RPa=1,21; IC 95 %=1,04 - 1,40; p=0,015), con Sistema Integral de Salud (RPa=1,42; IC95 %=1,09-1,84; p=0,008) o Entidades Prestadoras de Salud (RPa=1,52; IC95%=1,09-2,11; p=0,014) y que consumieron en los últimos tres meses algún medicamento de marca (RPa=1,49; IC95 %=1,06-2,11; p=0,022). Conclusión: Seis de cada diez lambayecanos tienen una percepción inadecuada sobre el uso de medicamentos genéricos; siendo los factores asociados: sexo masculino, poseer SIS o EPS y haber consumido en los últimos tres meses algún medicamento de marca.
On the Threshold for Szemerédi's Theorem with Random Differences
Authors: Briët Jop , Castro-Silva Davi
Published: October 2024

Using recent developments on the theory of locally decodable codes, we prove that the critical size for Szemerédi's theorem with random differences is bounded from above by $N^{1-\frac{2}{k} + o(1)}$ for length-$k$ progressions. This improves the previous best bounds of $N^{1-\frac{1}{\lceil k/2 \rceil} + o(1)}$ for all odd $k$.
Algunos aspectos sobre equilibrio económico de las concesiones
Authors: Sospedra Navas Francisco José
Published: October 2024

SUMARIO: 1. INTRODUCCIÓN.— 2. FACTUM PRINCIPIS: ACTUACIONES PROPIAS DE LA ADMINISTRACIÓN CONTRATANTE.— 3. FACTUM PRINCIPIS, IUS VARIANDI Y CAMBIOS LEGISLATIVOS.— 4. MODIFICACIONES UNILATERALES DE LA CONCESIÓN.— 5. ERRORES EN LOS PLIEGOS-OFERTAS PATOLÓGICAS.— 6. LEYES ESPECIALES: MEDIDAS LEGISLATIVAS POR LA PANDEMIA DE LA COVID.— 7. EQUILIBRIO ECONÓMICO EN EL PERIODO DE PROLONGACIÓN O PRÓRROGA FORZOSA
Contratos concesionales y equilibrio económico. El riesgo imprevisible
Authors: Tornos Mas Joaquín
Published: October 2024

SUMARIO: 1. INTRODUCCIÓN.— 2. LA VIDA DEL CONTRATO CONCESIONAL: RIESGO Y VENTURA Y EQUILIBRIO ECONÓMICO.— 3. EL NECESARIO REEQUILIBRIO DE LAS CONCESIONES. EL SUPUESTO DEL RIESGO IMPREVISIBLE.— 4. LA RECUPERACIÓN DEL EQUILIBRIO ECONÓMICO. ¿CÓMO PUEDE RECUPERARSE?— 5. CONCLUSIÓN.
Evaluation of the influence of geological and technological factors on oil recovery during oil displacement with water in low permeability clay reservoirs
Authors:   Baku Higher Oil School, Nazaraliev R.R.
Published: October 2024

Based on the hydrodynamic calculation model, which includes the real mechanism of oil displacement by water in a terrigenous reservoir, the influence of geological and technological factors affecting the oil recovery factor was studied, and the possibilities of increasing production were evaluated. It has been established that after a certain period of development in the reservoir by injection of low-salinity water, the creation of its rim and then the displacement of formation water oil is effective, and with the regulation of clay activity, an increase in reservoir oil recovery was revealed due to the coverage of low-permeability parts of the reservoir under the influence of water.
From the experience of calculating intra-layer and inter-layer gas losses arisıng during the operation of Galmaz and Garadagh UGS
Authors:   “Oil-Gas Scientific Research Project” Institute of Azerbaijan Republic, Jomardov A.Y. , Abdulhasanov F.A. ,   “Oil-Gas Scientific Research Project” Institute of Azerbaijan Republic, Suleymanova P.Y. ,   “Oil-Gas Scientific Research Project” Institute of Azerbaijan Republic
Published: October 2024

In order to regulate the uneven distribution of natural gas supply due to the season in our republic and to ensure the reliability of the main gas pipeline, it is important to efficiently operate the Galmaz and Garadag underground gas storage facilities. During the operation of underground gas storage reservoirs, inter-layer and intra-layer irreversible gas losses occur regardless of the geological conditions. In order to increase the efficiency of operation of the gas storage facility, the intra-layer and inter-layer non-returnable gas losses generated in the process of gas removal should be specified and calculated and removed from the balance of the reservoir.
Оценка функциональных и биохимических показателей здоровых юношей разных соматотипов
Authors:   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University, Prikhodko Anton Yu. ,   Novosibirsk State Technical University,   Scientific Research Institute of Neurosciences and Medicine, Golovin Mikhail S. ,   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University, Klimov Vladimir M. ,   Novosibirsk State Technical University, Krivoshchekov Sergey G. ,   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University,   Scientific Research Institute of Neurosciences and Medicine, Aizman Roman I. ,   Novosibirsk State Pedagogical University,   Novosibirsk Research Institute of Hygiene
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this article was to study the functional and biochemical characteristics of the body before and after an exercise test as well as physical performance and muscular endurance in young men with different somatotypes. Materials and methods. The research involved 29 apparently healthy young men aged 18 to 22 years, who performed an exercise step test to failure on a treadmill. We assessed the subjects’ somatotype (according to the Heath–Carter method), anthropometric parameters, hand muscle strength and endurance, type of functional response, blood pressure, heart rate, as well as capillary blood glucose and lactate levels. All of the above were measured at the beginning of the test, during the transition between the steps (a 10–15-second pause) and immediately after the subjects’ failure to continue the test. Results. We found that ectomorphs differed from the subjects with other somatotypes, especially endomorphs, by having a higher level of functional capabilities and greater contribution of aerobic processes to the body’s energy supply, as well as smaller homeostatic shifts in the cardiovascular system and lower blood glucose and lactate concentrations after maximum physical exertion. Compared to their peers with other somatotypes, endomorphs showed a higher contribution of the lactate mechanism to the energy supply and lower functional capabilities, which were manifested in more pronounced functional and biochemical shifts after physical exertion. Mesomorphs occupied an intermediate position between endo- and ectomorphs in terms of many morphofunctional and biochemical parameters. Аt the same time, mesomorphs’ hand muscle endurance was the lowest, while their hand strength was the greatest.
Особенности активации лобной коры головного мозга и нейроэнергометаболизма у младших школьников с задержкой психического развития
Authors:   Krasnoyarsk State Pedagogical University named after V.P. Astafyev, Shilov Sergey N. ,   Katanov Khakass State University, Khabarova Irina V. ,   Prof. V.F. Voino-Yasenetsky Krasnoyarsk State Medical University, Bedereva Natalya S. ,   Family Health Centre “Mumidom”
Published: October 2024

The link between delayed mental development and academic achievement in primary school children is an urgent problem of psychophysiology. The purpose of this article was to study frontal cortex activation and cerebral energy metabolism in primary school children with delayed mental development showing different levels of academic performance. Materials and methods. The research involved 110 children attending primary schools in the city of Krasnoyarsk: 64 neurotypical subjects (mean age 8.2 years) and 46 subjects with delayed mental development (mean age 8.6 years). To assess the activation effect in children, their infraslow biopotential (0–0.5 Hz) was recorded using the Omega Tester hardware and software complex (Russia). The sign and value of the potential along the channels C1 (left hemisphere) and C2 (right hemisphere) were studied. Cerebral metabolism was evaluated using the NEK-5 computer hardware complex (Russia), which records the level of steady potentials on the head surface. Neurometabolic responses to functional load (hyperventilation) were analysed. Educational activities and development of cognitive processes were studied by surveying teachers, who assessed children according to 5 criteria: behaviour and emotional characteristics, communicative activities, level of cognitive, motor and speech development, speed characteristics, and acquisition level. Results. Schoolchildren with delayed mental development showed both hypo- and hyperactivation of the frontal cortex. Underdevelopment of higher mental functions in intellectual disability can be attributed to various psychophysiological factors. The results obtained indicate differences in the activation systems in children with normal and delayed mental development. Interhemispheric dissonance found in subjects with delayed mental development may be an underlying cause of insufficiently developed mental processes.