bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pemanfaatan Sistem Peringatan Dini Erupsi Gunung Merapi sebagai Upaya Pengurangan Risiko Bencana Guna Mendukung Keamanan Nasional
Authors: Islami Hafizh Surya , Widana I Dewa Ketut Kerta , Subiyanto Adi
Published: January 2024

Indonesia is recorded as having 129 volcanoes with active status and 500 volcanoes with inactive status, and 60% of Indonesia's active volcanoes have the potential to cause quite large eruptions. In recent years, volcanic activity from several volcanoes in Indonesia has begun to increase. It was recorded that 260 people died as a result of the eruption of Mount Merapi in KRB III. Volcanic eruption events can be predicted using an early warning system. A complete and effective early warning system consists of four interrelated elements. These four elements can be used as a reference in increasing the capacity of communities in disaster-prone areas of Mount Merapi. This research aims to analyze the early warning system for Mount Merapi activity as an effort to reduce disaster risk and utilize the early warning system for disaster risk reduction to support national security. The research uses qualitative methods with exploratory research. Based on the research results, the use of the early warning system for the eruption of Mount Merapi has four main elements to serve as a guide in dealing with the Mount Merapi eruption disaster, both in the form of elements of knowledge of the risk of the Mount Merapi eruption disaster, utilization and warning services, dissemination and communication, as well as readiness and ability to cope. So it can be concluded that the early warning system in Sleman Regency has fulfilled the aspects of dealing with the Mount Merapi eruption disaster.
BLEND OF CAVERNOUS HEMANGIOMA AND ANCIENT SCHWANNOMA : A RARE COMPOSITE TUMOR OF ANKLE
Authors: Gupta Neelam , Thakur Anantika , Sarin Karishma , Uppal Sanjeev
Published: January 2024

Cavernous haemangiomas are vascular tumours that can occur in any organ system. Schwannomas are common benign
peripheral nerve sheath tumours arising from differentiated Schwann cells. However, the concurrence of peripheral nerve
sheath tumours and cavernous haemangiomas is rare. So far, only 40 cases have been reported in the literature. Most tumours documented to
coexist with cavernous haemangiomas are Schwannomas and Neurobromas. Herein, we discuss a case of a 48-year-old male patient who
presented with a slow growing lesion in the right ankle region revealing composite differentiation of both cavernous haemangioma and ancient
schwannoma. The aim of this case report is to make clinicians, pathologists and radiologists aware of such uncommon tumours to avoid potential
pitfalls during diagnosis and treatment.
LONG TERM TELEPHONIC REVIEW OF RTPCR/RAT POSITIVE COVID 19 CHILDREN - A PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
Authors: Patil Muganagowda , Govind Akshaya , G Manoli Pooja
Published: January 2024

Objective- To identify the long term sequelae following RTPCR/ RAT positive COVID 19 in children of age group < 20
years periodically over 3 years. Prospective Observation Study. 273 children diagnosed Design- Participants- with RT
PCR/ RAT positive COVID 19 at Bapuji Child Health Institute and Research Centre, Davanagere, Karnataka in the rst 5 months of 2021.
Intervention- Telephonic review as a follow up done in July 2021, January 2022 and in October 2023 via a questionnaire designed to ask primary
care givers. The follow up interview documented present status of the child, any Outcome Measured- symptoms (persisting or newly
developed), further hospital admissions, vaccination status, morbidity, mortality and reoccurrence of COVID 19 in the children as well as the
family. Results- Of our 273 patients, 71% had contracted the virus from family members in their vicinity who had COVID19, 5% necessitated
admission and a mortality rate of 1% was identied. Children had minimal persisting effects, and majority of them returned to good health. The
common sequelae noted were repeated episodes of URTI, hair loss, body weight changes and anosmia. A paradigm shift was noted in the
vaccination status between rst and third review, with >90% vaccination completion in both parents and children by 2023.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, PARENTING STYLE AMONG ADOLESCENT STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Authors: Rajamani S. , Nirupalini D.
Published: January 2024

The study of parent-child relations has grown tremendously in recent years coupled with its implication on the emotional
intelligence of students. This study examined the inuence of parenting styles on emotional intelligence of secondary
school students in Chennai District. Forty (40) parent and 40 students were randomly selected from special schools with age ranging from 15 to 19
years (mean age = 17 years) through stratied random sampling techniques. The study being a survey research, made use of a questionnaire
consisting of two validated subscales; the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQue) and the Parenting Style Inventory (PSI). Three
hypotheses were raised and tested. Hypotheses one and three were analyzed using Pearson's product moment correlation while regression
analysis was employed to analyze hypothesis two. In testing the relationship between parenting styles and emotional intelligence, result shows
that father's authoritative parenting style (r = 0.152, p < .005) and mother's authoritative parenting style (r = 0.227, p < .01) contributed to the
prediction of emotional intelligence. Regression analysis shows that of the six predictor variables, only mother's authoritative parenting style (β =
1.952, t = 2.345, p<.05) could signicantly predict the emotional intelligence of senior school students. Being emotionally intelligent adds value
to life. Emotions are important to our everyday lives; hence, young people should be assisted on how to control their emotions. Parents, teachers
and signicant others need to provide guidance for the development emotional intelligence of these young impressionable students.
A STUDY ON ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC CHANGES IN ACUTE CEREBROVASCULAR ACCIDENT
Authors: Palaniappan Suresh , Prashanth R Gem Raghav , Duraisamy Thilagavathi
Published: January 2024

Background Cardiac abnormalities are diverse and common with neurological injuries .Strokes are mainly two typesischemic and hemorrhagic. Many patients with acute stroke have abnormal ECG changes that are seen immediately after
an attack. This study was done to study the electrocardiagraphic changes in acute Cerebrovascular accident. This was a cross Methodology
sectional observational study conducted in 100 patients who were admitted with acute cerebrovascular accidents in the department of medicine,
Kanyakumari Government medical college 2020 to 2021 over a period 1 year after satisfying inclusion and exclusion criteria. Mean age Results
of the patient in this study is 58.2 years, with minimum age of the patient is 41 years, maximum age is 75 years. 80 % of cerebral hemorrhage
patients , 63% of cerebral infarct patients and 88% of patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage had ECG changes. Overall 71% of patients with
stroke had some form of ECG changes. In our study 23 patients had sinus tachycardia, 10 had sinus bradycardia,24 had ST elevation, 23 had ST
depression, 36 had T wave changes,32 had QTc prolongation and 5 had Q waves. None of the patients in the study group had abnormal U waves or
electrolyte abnormalities. So, changes in the ECG are due to cerebrovascular lesions rather than electrolyte abnormalities. ECG Conclusion
abnormalities are commonly found in patients with stroke . Of all stroke patients ECG abnormalities are more common in patients with cerebral
hemorrhage than infarct. QTc prolongation was the common nding in patients of stroke followed by ST segment elevation. Other disturbances
seen in the stroke patients were rhythm disturbances, T wave changes, Q wave abnormalities.
LOCUS OF CONTROL PREDICTION ON RESILIENCE AND WELL-BEING
Authors: Hlondo Lalhmingliani , Zokaitluangi Zokaitluangi
Published: January 2024

The study examines the prediction of Locus of control on Resilience and Well-being. In the study, 120 external and 120
internal students were screened out using Rotter Locus of Control from different high schools located in Aizawl, with an
age range between 14- 17 years of age having well-matched demographic variables. The Resilience scale and well-being scale were employed to
ascertain the psychological function of the samples. The results portray that the external locus of the control group had higher scores on resilience
and well-being than the internal locus of the control group, resilience and wellbeing had a signicant positive relationship, the locus of control had
a signicant independent effect on resilience and well-being, and locus of control had a signicant prediction on resilience and well-being, It can
be interpretedss it as the personality of an individual is importance for having resilience and well-being.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY: TO STUDY THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ERECTOR SPINAE BLOCK VERSUS INTRA-VENOUS ANALGESIA FOR POST OPERATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING SPINE SURGERIES
Authors: P Meenu , N Jagadeesh , Danish Mohammed Azam
Published: January 2024

Spine surgeries are generally associated with intense pain in the postoperative period, especially for the initial few days.
Adequate pain management in this period has been seen to correlate well with improved functional outcome, early
ambulation, early discharge, and preventing the development of chronic pain. The aim of our study is to study the effectiveness of erector spinae
block versus intravenous analgesia for postoperative pain management in patients undergoing spine surgeries. This randomized controlled study
included 60 ASA grade I, II, III patients between the ages of 18 and 80 who underwent elective spine surgeries. After obtaining consent, the
patients were randomly allocated into two groups of 30 each by a computer-generated random table to receive erector spinae block with 20ml
0.375% ropivacaine along with intravenous fentanyl infusion 0.5 microgram/kg/hour in Group A and only intravenous fentanyl infusion at 0.5
microgram/kg/hour in Group B. In both groups, intravenous fentanyl was started immediately post-surgery and bolus doses were adjusted
according to pain scores till 24 hours after surgery. The primary outcome measurement was the numerical rating scale (NRS) pain score (a scale
of 0 to 10, where 0 = no pain & 10 = worst pain) at various time points until the end of 24 hours. Each patient's pain level was measured at 0, 2, 4, 6,
8, 12, 18 and 24 hours post operatively. The secondary outcome measures were the amount intravenous fentanyl during the rst 24 hours after
surgery, patient satisfaction according to likerts scale and the number of patients who reported complications such as nausea and vomiting.
Patients who reported nausea and vomiting were injected with 10 mg of intravenous metoclopramide. The NRS score and the amount of fentanyl
required for analgesia was signicantly lower in the study group (erector spinae group) compared to the control group. Patient satisfaction was
signicantly higher in the erector spinae group compared to the study group. The I.V. fentanyl dose requirement was also signicantly reduced in
the erector spinae group. However, there was no signicant difference in the incidence of complications like nausea, vomiting and pruritis
between the two groups.
MORPHOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF AORTIC ROOT AND AORTIC VALVE: A CADAVERIC STUDY
Authors: Singh Aditya Narayan , Singh Nishtha , Pandey Krishna , Singh Badal , Anand Mamta , Sudha Supriya
Published: January 2024

Aortic valve present between left ventricle and ascending aorta has a trifoliate structure. Defect in aortic valve results in pathology like aortic
regurgitation and aortic stenosis. For management of severe aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis, aortic valve replacement is done. To avoid
interventional complications related to aortic valve we should have proper database on aortic root and aortic valve morphometry. This study was
done to measure the morphometry of aortic root and aortic valve. 41 cadaveric hearts without any gross pathology were obtained from dissection
hall of Anatomy department, Motilal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj. Age and gender were not determined. All parameters were measured with
the help of vernier caliper and thread. After measurement data were statistically analyzed. Mean value of following parameters were determined
such as- aortic root circumference-84.72±14.44 mm, cusps height of right, left and non-coronary was 11.41±3.14mm, 12.25±2.62mm and
12.30±3.11mm respectively, external intercommissural distance of right, left and non-coronary cups were 25.25±4.65mm, 23.97±5.69 mm and
25.36±5.23mm respectively, sinotubular junction circumference was-73.42±14.34mm, cusps length of right, left and non-coronary were
25.02±6.76mm, 25.57±6 mm and 24.3±5.7 respectively, width between right and non-coronary cusp was 5.6±2.17 mm, between left and noncoronary cusp 5.25±2.4mm and nally between right and left coronary cusp was 5.40±1.91mm. Our study provides a reference data which may be
useful for cardiothoracic surgeons, radiologist and in prosthesis device designing.
SCARS AND BEYOND: UNEXPECTED JOURNEYS OF UTERINE SCARS
Authors: H E Roja
Published: January 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) suggests a medically adequate cesarean delivery of 10-15% to assure optimal prognosis for both mother
and children. Recently for the past few decades, there has been a further increase in the incidence of caesarean sections worldwide. Although the
rise in caesarian sections has been associated with a reduction in maternal and infant mortality in high-risk groups, it has also raised concerns over
its associated post-operative complications. The most crucial concern of an uterine scar is its rupture, which is one of the rare and catastrophic
complications, occurring in only 0.3% of cases. Uterine rupture refers to disruption in the myometrium extending via the serosa, leading to an
abnormal communication between the uterine cavity and the peritoneum. Whereas, the partial rupture in a uterine wall, in which the serosa layer is
still intact, refers to scar dehiscence. The diagnosis of complications of cesarean sections such as uterine scar dehiscence in the postnatal period still
remains elusive due to its vague presentation. An incorrect diagnosis would lead to unnecessary interventions or delays in the management of such
patients leading to maternal morbidity.
KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PREVENTION OF MODIFIABLE FACTORS OF CONGENITALANOMALIES AMONG REPRODUCTIVE WOMEN: A QUASIEXPERIMENTAL STUDY
Authors: Kumari Gupta Anima , Mandal Debarchana , Saha Sumana
Published: January 2024

Congenital anomalies contribute to a large fraction of childhood mortality and morbidity. Children with congenital anomalies become an
emotional burden to the family.[2,3] The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding
prevention of modiable factors of congenital anomalies among reproductive women and to nd out the association between knowledge score with
selected demographic variables. Investigators conducted a quasi- experimental study following one group pretest post-test design at selected subcentres under Bandipur Block Primary Health Centre, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. 60 reproductive women, residing at rural community were
selected through non-probability convenience sampling technique following inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data related to socio-demographic
characteristics of participants and their knowledge regarding prevention of modiable factors of congenital anomalies was collected through
validated questionnaires. Result showed 45% participants have average knowledge and only 3.33% were very good in pre-test. Whereas maximum
86.67% participants' knowledge regarding prevention of modiable factors of congenital anomalies was excellent and 13.33% were very good in
post-test, with a mean difference of 09.35 which was found to be statistically signicant 't' (35.35), df (59), p< 0.01. Result also shows signicant
association with their educational qualication as χ2 (05.25) df (1) at p< 0.05. Based on the ndings, it can be concluded that the structured teaching
programme was effective in enhancing knowledge level regarding prevention of modiable factors of congenital anomalies, which had a
signicant association with their educational qualication among participants.
CONVERGENCE OF TWO WORLDS: PEDIATRIC MOG AND NMDAR ANTIBODY OVERLAP SYNDROME
Authors: Mohanlal Smilu , Janardhanan Sujith
Published: January 2024

We present the case of a 5-year-old girl who experienced unprovoked seizures two months ago, followed by cognitive decline and recurrent falls.
Our clinical assessment considered two main possibilities: autoimmune encephalitis or neurodegenerative conditions. Magnetic resonance
neuroimaging revealed T2 hyperintensities in the bilateral caudate, putamen, thalamus, with additional T2 hyperintense signals in the subcortical
right postcentral gyrus and left cerebellar hemisphere. A short-term video electroencephalogram exhibited occasional epileptiform abnormalities
in the bilateral frontocentral and midline regions, accompanied by diffuse cerebral dysfunction. Both cerebrospinal uid and serum autoimmune
panels revealed dual positivity for NMDA and MOG. Remarkably, the patient responded well to intravenous steroid treatment. This case
underscores the signicance of identifying treatable neurological conditions and sheds light into overlap syndrome.
SLEEP PATTERNS IN PLHIV
Authors: Patil Sarang
Published: January 2024

Aims and objectives:
1.To study the sleep patterns in seropositive patients
2.To study the overall sleep architecture in seropositive patients
Material and method: Sample size: 50
Inclusion criteria:
1.Patients aged 18 years and above
2.Patients with seropositive status and on anti-retroviral therapy (ART)
3.Patients on regular follow-up
4.Patients with BMI more than 25kg/m2
Exclusion criteria:
1.Patients with tuberculosis and on anti-tubercular therapy
2.Patients long term oxygen therapy (LTOT)
3.Patients with recent history of myocardial infarction in past 3 months
4.Patients with history of cardiovascular accident and unable to follow commands
5.Patients unable to consent
Methodology:
Patients fullling the inclusion criteria were included in the study. ESS score was calculated in the study subjects. Those with ESS score more than
12 were advised polysomnography.
Results:
1.Our study was male pre-dominated with 40 males and 10 females
2.Most common age group in our study was 48±5 with p≤0.01
3.Most common BMI in our study subjects was 25±4 kg/m2 with p≤0.09
4.10 patients had ESS score of 12 and above and advised polysomnography
5.5 patients were diagnosed with mild OSAand were advised lifestyle modication
6.2 patients were diagnosed with moderate OSAand were advised CPAPtitration and lifestyle modication
7.1 patient was diagnosed with severe OSAand was advised CPAPtherapy, lifestyle modication and pulmonary rehabilitation
8.2 patients lost to follow-up during the study period
Conclusion: Sleep breathing disorders are at a rising rate in the patients with seropositive status. These are most commonly missed during the
routine follow-ups and also there is limited literature available. Further studies are required in this regards. Clinical implications: Seropositive
patients should also be screened for sleep breathing disorders during follow-ups.
A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY TO ASSESS THE PATTERN OF DISEASE AT TERTIARY CARE CANCER CENTER IN GOVERNMENT INSTITUTE OF CENTRAL INDIA
Authors: Chandel Sanjay Singh , Mishra Ashutosh , Nigam A. K.
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Non communicable diseases including cancer are emerging as major public health problems in India. Information on cancer pattern
is essential for effective planning of cancer control interventions. Aim: The aim of the study is to analyze the demographical prole, stage of
presentation, & most common age group affected by each primary malignancy in a tertiary care setting. Material And Methods:Across sectional
study was conducted at tertiary cancer center, Gwalior for duration of one year. With the help of Hospital Based cancer registry of 2022, data of
highest number of cancer patients were collected who reported Government tertiary cancer care institute located in Central India. Hence data
referred to most of the patients who belongs to central India. From the data, a total of 1592 patients were observed & analyzed to ensure central
India representation. Analysis was done on the basis of data available on Hospital Based Cancer Registry (HBCR). Data from HBCR were
segregated based on primary sites, age of presentation and stage of cancer at the time of presentation. Results: According to data from HBCRs,
Head & neck malignancies were found to be the leading cancer types among men, constitute 657 (41.26%) of all cancer patients, on the other hand
breast and cervix uteri cancers were found to be the leading cancer types among women constitute 152 (9.54%) and 170 (10.67%) respectively. The
mean relative proportion showed that oral, breast, and cervical cancers still constitute the major bulk of this disease in India. Hence a major chunk
of cancer patients belongs to these three sites malignancies which constitute 979 (61.47%) number of cases registered in this institute. In the present
study, cancer of head & neck site predominates in both genders where 545 were males (82.9%) and 112 (17.04%) were females followed by cervix
cancer (all females) & breast cancer where 3(1.97% ) were males and 149 (98.02%) were females. Conclusion: This study concluded that, all
three mentioned sites of malignancies (Head and neck, cervical and breast malignancies) constitute 61.47% of all cancer cases, reecting potential
lifestyle and environmental factors. Hence effort should be made to deal with rising incidences of cancer especially of these mentioned primaries.
Our health care delivery system should be well equipped with all the modalities required to treat such cancer patients. Since surgery and
chemoradiation are primary treatment modalities indicated in cancer of aforementioned primary sites, our institute is well equipped with all these
modalities for delivering treatment and simultaneously strategizing plans to deal with such cancer efciently
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN GAMING HABITS AND INSOMNIA: A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Modi Khushali , Shah Sandip
Published: January 2024

Background: Online gaming has been gaining popularity worldwide and has signicant impact on students including medical students. India
ranks second highest in internet usage in the world according to the latest data obtained by Internet world stats (31st March, 2019). In this study we
are trying to determine the association between sleeping habits and gaming among medical students., The aim of our study was to determine
association between mobile usage and video gaming on sleeping habits in medical students and thereby spread awareness regarding the ill-effects
of gaming disorder. Method: This was a cross sectional study among MBBS students of GMERS Gotri, Vadodara. A digital google form
containing 63 questions was designed and was administered to 600 students. Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI)
and Gaming Engagement Quesionnaire (GEQ) were applied. Data analysis was done using proportions, prevalence, graphical representation, and
chi square test between: ISI and GEQ ; PSQI and GEQ. Results Out Of 600 students, 373 students responded. According to Insomnia Severity
Scale- Total Insomniacs were 100 which included 84 having subthreshold Insomnia, 15 having clinical insomnia and 1 had severe insomnia
.According to PSQI 97 students were poor sleepers and 62 had insomnia according both scales Conclusion: The study showed signicant
correlation between gaming and insomnia.
SERO-INCIDENCE OF ZOONOTIC INFECTION SCRUB TYPHUS IN CASES OF COMMON FEBRILE ILLNESSES IN SOUTH GUJARAT A WESTERN REGION OF INDIA.
Authors: Patil Amruta R. , Naik Jignaben P.
Published: January 2024

Scrub typhus is a zoonotic rickettsial infection (RI) endemic in our country. However, there has been a severe decline of scrub typhus in the latter
decades; recent information shows that this disease is re-emerging in several parts of India which is an indication that there is a resurgence of scrub
typhus infection. Finding data manifests no report from Gujarat, so we aim to nd out the prevalence of scrub typhus in our region, Gujarat.
Patients' Serum samples with common Acute Febrile Illnesses (AFIs) were obtained and were tested for scrub typhus and other common causes i.e.,
malaria, dengue, typhoid, and chikungunya. Scrub typhus was tested by serological tests like the Weil-Felix test and ELISA. A total of 583 samples,
40.48% were screened positive for scrub typhus by the Weil-Felix test, and by ELISA positivity was 21.61%. The present study shows that the
prevalence of scrub typhus is higher in our region. Specicity and sensitivity were good when the Weil-Felix test was compared to the ELISA test.
Weil Felix test was easy to perform and easily interpret. This test was afforded by all local-level laboratories in developing countries. So, the Weil
Felix test should be included in the panel of common AFIs for screening RI for screening purposes.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF INTERNAL JUGULAR VEIN CANNULATION BY ANATOMICAL LANDMARK AND ULTRASOUND GUIDED TECHNIQUE IN OPERATION THEATRE AND INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Authors: Chetan K. R. L , K Singh Manish , Singh Anshu , Chaurasia Manoj , Chaudhry Ajay
Published: January 2024

In surgery, the implantation of a central venous catheter through the
internal jugular or subclavian vein is crucial.[1] Typically, uids,
blood, or inotropic medications are delivered through the catheter's
numerous passageways. In addition, monitoring of central venous
pressure and pulmonary artery pressure is accomplished via central
veins. [2] The indirect measurement of venous pressure (VP) by the
physical examination of blood arteries in the neck is one of the most
important components of assessment, but it is not without its problems.
The jugular vein is difcult to palpate in more than 20% of patients;
hence, measures of normal, low, and high levels of VP are erroneous,
particularly in critically ill patients. [3] These difculties also occur in
individuals who are scheduled for surgery; sometimes, even dramatic
changes in VP are not identied. Consequently, the direct assessment
of VP is frequently necessary for patients with hemodynamic
instability and those undergoing major surgery. [2,3]
A STUDY ON CORRELATIONSHIP OF HBA1C AND PEROXIDASE ACTIVITY OF HB IN DIABETIC CANCER PATIENTS
Authors: Basu Arghya , Biswas Soumika
Published: January 2024

Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by chronic hyperglycaemia, atherosclerosis, nerve damage, renal failure,
infection, retinopathy etc. Oxidative stress can be a causative factor for type 2 diabetes as the increased levels of hydrogen peroxide can damage
catalase poor pancreatic beta cells. Objective of the study was to nd out any correlation between the diabetic status and antioxidant level of
known diabetic cancer patients by measuring HbA1C level and red blood cell peroxidase activity respectively. In this study, known diabetic
cancer patients and age and sex matched healthy controls coming to Dept. of Biochemistry, Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata between
January 2022 to January 2023 were tested. It was found that the mean value of RBC peroxidase activity of the patients having HbA1C value
>6% is 117.55+-11.94KU/L(cases) and of patients having HbA1C value <6% is 233.85+- 36.87 KU/L(controls) ( p value < 0.0001). So, the
antioxidant status ( RBC peroxidase activity) is signicantly higher in control population (age and sex matched healthy persons) than test
population (known diabetic cancer patients )( p value< 0.001). RBC peroxidase activity correlated negatively with increasing HbA1C value .
Tthis conclusion was supported by in vitro experiments done separately. This study can be used in future for better treatment of diabetic cancer
patients with antioxidants therapy to lower their long term complications, mortality and morbidity.
An Embedded Machine Learning Based Road Conditions and Driving Behavior Monitoring System
Authors: Khalid Bayan , Hamdan Joud , Sababha Belal , Alqudah Yazan A.
Published: January 2024

The rate of car accidents has been increasing in recent years, resulting
in losses in human lives, properties and other financial costs. To
address this important issue, an embedded machine learning based system
is developed. The system is capable of monitoring road conditions,
detecting driving patterns, and identifying aggressive driving
behaviors. The system is based on neural networks that are trained on a
comprehensive dataset of driving events, driving styles, and road
conditions. The system can effectively detect potential risks and help
mitigate the frequency and impact of accidents. The primary goal is to
ensure the safety of both drivers and vehicles. The process of
collecting data involved gathering information on three key road events:
normal street and normal drive, speed bumps, circular yellow speed
bumps, and three aggressive driving actions, sudden starting, sudden
stop, and sudden entry. The gathered data is then processed and analyzed
using a machine learning system designed for limited power and memory
devices. The developed system resulted in a 91.9% accuracy, 93.6%
precision and 92% recall.
A Multiple-Scattering Microwave Radiative Transfer Model for Land Emission with Vertically Heterogeneous Vegetation Coverage
Authors: Chen Kaiqi , Tan Shurun
Published: January 2024

A multiple scattering model for passive radiative transfer (RT) in
vegetation that accounts for the vertical profile of the plant structure
is developed, offering advancements over the commonly-used single-layer
uniform scattering models prevalent in the vegetated land surface
microwave remote sensing. The proposed model takes into account the
complexities of the canopy morphology with vertical heterogeneity,
enabling the representation of overlapping vegetation species applicable
to diverse plant types and growth stages. Additionally, it serves as a
valuable tool for understanding the influence of the vegetation vertical
structure on the microwave brightness temperatures. The model is
constructed based on high-order solutions to the RT equations, obtained
through a numerical iterative approach with an efficient interpolation
scheme for algorithm acceleration. This methodology facilitates the
accurate distinction of the contributions to the brightness temperature
from each scattering order and scattering mechanism, ensuring a
comprehensive consideration of multiple scattering effects within
various vegetated scenarios. The model is validated using the SMAPVEX12
L-band forest data set, encompassing a wide range of soil moisture
variations. Comparisons are made between the brightness temperatures
simulated by the newly developed multiple-scattering model with a
continuous profile or layered profile and those obtained from a uniform
single-layer model. Results demonstrate significant improvements in the
multi-layered or the continuously profiled model, showing improved
agreement with the measured brightness temperatures. Furthermore, the
proposed model is parameterized by matching the high-order solutions to
the RT equation to the widely adopted reduced order albedo-tau
formalism. The resulting equivalent parameters are linked to the
geometries and the electromagnetic properties of the vegetation layer,
while also incorporating the effects of multiple scattering. Comparative
analysis of the equivalent parameters derived from the layered model and
those derived from the single-layer model reveals that the vertical
heterogeneity of the vegetation structure has a notable influence on the
effective scattering albedo and it yields a value more consistent with
the albedo as chosen in the SMAP/SMOS inversion algorithms. Meanwhile,
the impact of the vegetation vertical profile on the effective optical
thickness and the effective transmissivity of the vegetation layer is
weak.

These insights are essential for the retrieval of soil moisture and
vegetation characteristics including the plant vertical structures in
microwave remote sensing.
A New Human-Likeness and Comfort Index for Robot Movements Along Prescribed Paths
Authors: Coccaro Rosanna , Ferrentino Enrico , Parziale Antonio , Marcelli Angelo , Chiacchio Pasquale
Published: January 2024

As human-robot interaction rapidly spreads in numerous fields, the subject of robot acceptance gains increasing importance. Visual similarity to the human body, as occurs for humanoids, is generally not enough to guarantee acceptance in physical interaction, as acceptance directly links to comfort and ergonomics, which are measured in terms of the quality of the robot movement perceived by the human. This paper discusses the connection between comfort and similarity of the robot movement to the human one. By considering the kinematic characterization of human movement, this paper focuses on the time laws of such movements, wherein the end-effector path is prescribed. Based on the sigma-lognormal velocity model, a human-likeness index is defined and used to provide with an a priori characterization of trajectories. Such an index can be used to evaluate the performance of trajectory generation algorithms in producing human-like movements, before they are actually executed. For validation purposes, through physical interaction with a robot, a sample of 38 subjects is asked to compare trajectories and judge about their comfort over three experimental campaigns. The results demonstrate a globally consistent trend between the preference in terms of perceived comfort and the distribution of the suggested human-likeness index.
Local Identity on a Regional Level
Authors: Höfer Wolfram
Published: January 2024

The interaction of people and place creates local identity, providing orientation in a complex world and a sense of place for residents. Over time, as the cultural interactions of a group creates links between narratives and places, local identities evolve. These identities are impacted by urban expansion: meaningful places are included, changed or completely built over completely by urban sprawl. Additionally, changes within the population may result in a fading narrative, because the group that originally created the narrative moved away. The flux of place-related cultural stories will be discussed in the context of suburban development in the US, where growth in suburban areas is driven by economic goals and guided by land-use planning. Middlesex County, New Jersey, is situated in the New York metropolitan area and will serve as a case study for the question of how environmental planning on a regional scale can support local identity within a changing environment. This includes the story of the Hungarian community of New Brunswick as an example of a sense of place that was strong in the first half of the twentieth century, but that faded over time.
Developing a conceptual framework for studying people-place relationship
Authors: Yousef Rahaf , Valánszki István
Published: January 2024

The development of research on people-place relationships is a complex and multi-disciplinary field, and over time has evolved in different ways across different disciplines. Despite this development, research on the impact of geographical and cultural context on the conceptualization and management of people-place relationships is still lacking. The article seeks to contribute to the development of a conceptual framework for place-based constructs of attachment by investigating the impact of geographical context on the conceptualization and operationalization of people-place relationships. The study reviews previous research on spatial studies and systematically analyses the geographical context of those studies to comprehend how it affects the conceptualization and operationalization of place-based constructs such as sense of place (SOP) and place attachment (PA). The analysis includes a critical assessment and case study analysis of previous studies, with a comparative analysis of the geographical contextof the study, the conceptualizing framework, the methods, and tools used, and the application of the results. Our findings show insignificant influences of the special characteristics of geographical context on the conceptualization and operationalization of these concepts, with only a few attempts to assess the validity and reliability of measurement models across different contexts. The study also highlights the need for more research on the cultural-geographical context of people-place relationships, as it provides a better understanding of how geographical and cultural factors can provide a more complete picture of how people form attachments to places and how these attachments influence their behaviour and well-being.
Egy Mesterprojekt története, a szentendrei gyógynövénykert tervezése
Authors: Illyés Zsuzsanna , Gergely Attila , Hubayné Horváth Nóra , Módosné Bugyi Ildikó , Nádasy László Zoltán , Földi Zsófia , Valánszki István
Published: January 2024

Senior students of the Landscape Architecture Mastersprogramme writing their thesis at the Department of Landscape Protection and Reclamation (hereinafter: Department) conclude their education by participating in a so-called “Master Project”. The method of MasterProjects is team supervision, the supervisors being lecturers of associated courses – Thesis Project 2, Landscape Restoration, Fitting into the Landscape – and other lecturers invited based on the topic. The plan, finished in a total of eight weeks (two weeks of workshops and six weeks of study period) is typically programme-level. Creating a concept is a collaborative task, but students also make individual designs for sub-tasks. Some important characteristics of Master Projects are that they are realistic, involving real clients and contributing professionals, provide real planning tasks, and include participator elements and communication with local communities. In the autumn of 2022, the town of Szentendre reached out to the Department with a design topic that was highly compatible with Master Projects, the development of the area next to Kőhegyi Road (lot number 0181/6), in a different way from current zoning regulations. The location of the area on the settlement fringe, its zoning situation, the surrounding natural values as well as its partial designation as an ecological corridor all required careful preparation and a landscape-conservation-based approach. After preparing a site analysis, senior students writing their theses on the Department were included in the planning process. Based on the analyses and considering local restrictions and opportunities, the students designed a complex development – a half-hectare, closed herb garden and several freely accessible recreational facilities in the entry area connecting the garden with the town and transport routes. The proposal also decreases pressure on areas with high nature conservation value, with the management tasks of these valuable habitats also being appointed to the operator of the garden. Case studies provided an excellent basis for the concept of the herb garden, and based on experience, a design proposal was created that is sustainable, fits into its surroundings both visually and ecologically and fulfils economic and visitor requirements alike.
A városszövet szukcesszió által formált zöldfelületei
Authors: Pap Miklós László , Bagdiné Fekete Orsolya , Balogh Péter István , Almási Balázs
Published: January 2024

The discipline of landscape architecture is witnessing a radical shift in approach. With the emergence of nature-based solutions in urban public space development, the extensive maintenance of green spaces has also come under the spotlight. The focus of this research is on the ways of establishing and expanding consciously created green spaces dominated by succession, also known as urban wilderness areas. The planning and management of these areas as a whole and of their components is still a complex task that raises many questions. In this article we define the concept of urban wilderness. In addition to the characterisation and interpretation of urban wilderness, we will also discuss its impact on the mental well-being of urban dwellers, i.e. its passive recreational aspects. The theoretical foundations explored are put into practice in a university workshop. The workshop, as an experimental laboratory, sought to answer the question of how theoretical research findings can be integrated into domestic, classical planning practice. As a result, four student concept designs were developed for a real site.
Open Spaces – Dinamic Places: S M L XL
Authors: Auböck Maria , Kárász János
Published: January 2024

The article offers insights in the design practice of Maria Auböck and János Kárász, landscape architects in Vienna, Austria. The purpose of this text is to mark the occasion of us being awarded honorary professorships at MATE University. The selected methods describe the mission of Landscape Urbanism by presenting a variety of projects, each of them has a history and story of its own. The chosen design methods described include selected inspirations, for instance sketching on site, the choice of plant material and constructive challenges. The main methods applied offer varied aspects of team building, following questions for work cooperation. How can clients be motivated to consider time as a building material that extends beyond their decision-making horizon? How can affordable and attractive landscapes be created based on the insight that within these we are able to provide even added value in economic sense? How can sophisticated empty spaces be introduced in urban sites, and get public acceptance without overstaging them? To summarize the presented project palette the title “Open Spaces – Dynamic Places:  S  M  L  XL” was chosen as the article includes selected works in different scales. The projects include aspects of inner city renovation by example of a baroque monastery’s courtyard and art in public spaces (a memorial of a destroyed synagogue), explaining landscape designs for subsidized housing quarters and the urban greening of Baku- in four steps. The main aspects of the conclusion deals with landscape urbanism, a new field of planning in the challenging time of Climate Change.
Serum High Sensitivity C - reactive protein At Different Stages of Breast Cancer
Authors: Leera Farzana Binte Abedin , Billah Md. Masum , Sadat Md. Nazmus , Rahman Md. Rezwanur , Tymee Sabrina , Abedin Sanzana Binte
Published: January 2024

Background: Breast cancer continues to be a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in identifying reliable biomarkers that can aid in the early detection, prognosis, and monitoring of breast cancer. High sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), a sensitive marker of systemic inflammation, has gained attention for its potential association with various malignancies, including breast cancer. Objective: This study was designed to estimate the serum level of hs-CRP in different stages of breast cancer patients and determine its relation with the disease progression. Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study included a total of 60 women ranging in age from 30 to 65, and divided into two groups. Group A includes 30 diagnosed breast cancer patients, and group B includes 30 age-matched apparently healthy women according to the selection criteria. Serum hs-CRP (mg/L) was estimated for both groups. The mean and median values of the variable were compared between the groups by unpaired students't-tests and Mann-Whitney U tests. The level of significance was defined as p-value <0.05 at 95% confidence interval. Results: There was no significant difference in age and BMI between study groups. The median value of serum hs-CRP (mg/L) level was significantly (p<0.009) higher in breast cancer patients (3.57 mg/L) when compared to age-matched healthy women (1.56 mg/L). Serum hs-CRP concentrations of cases were increased significantly with the staging of breast cancer. Conclusion: This study revealed a significant relationship between hs-CRP levels with different stages of breast cancer. Estimating hs-CRP might be a useful tool for early detection, prognosis, and monitoring of breast cancer.
Effect of Combination of Some Phytoconstituents of Pharmacological Interest on Cutaneous Wound Healing in Diabetic Rats
Authors: Deshmukh Pradeep , Sanghais Dhirendra , Kate Vaishali , Deshmukh Atul , Desai Sanjeevani , Payghan Santosh
Published: January 2024

Persistent non-healing wounds present a substantial challenge in the context of diabetes management. This research delves into exploring the wound healing capabilities of a combination of natural plant-derived compounds, namely embelin, berberine, ferulic acid, and asiatic acid, in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Various wound models, including dead space, incision, and excision models, were employed to evaluate their impact. The phytoconstituents were carefully blended into an ointment formulation, with a concentration of 5% (w/w), specifically designed to cater to their individual strengths. Notably, diabetic rats exhibited a significant enhancement in wound closure and improved skin epithelialization. Furthermore, this combination of phytoconstituents exhibited efficacy when administered orally in both the incision and dead space wound models. In the incision wound model, granulation tissues were examined on the 8th day following the initial injury, and assessments were made for hydroxyproline, hexosamine, total protein. In streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats, both topical and oral applications of this combination revealed a marked increase in hydroxyproline, hexosamine, indicating a favorable impact on wound healing. Additionally, the combination led to a substantial improvement in wound breaking strength. When assessed in the dead space model, the combination notably increased the weight and breaking strength of granuloma tissue. These findings collectively point to the wound healing acceleration attributed to Combination in diabetic rats.
Veterinary Pathology, Production Animals Medicine, and Food Inspection: One Health in Practice in Slaughterhouse
Authors: I Pires , C Saraiva , F Silva
Published: January 2024

Veterinary Pathology is crucial in understanding the diseases affecting animals, their causes, development, and changes in tissues and organs. Veterinarians who work with production animals are responsible for maintaining their health and productivity. Pathology is used to comprehend the nature of diseases, which leads to the implementation of treatment protocols and preventive measures. Slaughterhouse food inspection is crucial for ensuring that meat is safe for consumption. This process involves ante-mortem and post-mortem inspections to detect any signs of disease or abnormalities that could render the meat unsafe. This integrated approach within slaughterhouses practically demonstrates the One Health concept. The importance of considering animal health, human health, and environmental impacts together is underscored. Veterinary practices directly impact the safety and quality of food products, which has implications for public health.