bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Key Site Variation and Immune Challenges in SARS-CoV-2 Evolution
Authors: Liu Ying , Ye Qing
Published: September 2023

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a worldwide public health and economic threat, and virus variation amplifies the difficulty in epidemic prevention and control. The structure of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has been studied extensively and is now well defined. The S protein is the most distinguishing feature in terms of infection and immunity, mediating virus entrance and inducing neutralizing antibodies. The S protein and its essential components are also the most promising target to develop vaccines and antibody-based drugs. Therefore, the key site mutation in the S gene is of high interest. Among them, RBD, NTD, and furin cleavage sites are the most mutable regions with the most mutation sites and the most serious consequences for SARS-CoV-2 biological characteristics, including infectivity, pathogenicity, natural immunity, vaccine efficacy, and antibody therapeutics. We are also aware that this outbreak may not be the last. Therefore, in this narrative review, we summarized viral variation and prevalence condition, discussed specific amino acid replacement and associated immune challenges and attempted to sum up some prevention and control strategies by reviewing the literature on previously published research about SARS-CoV-2 variation to assist in clarifying the mutation pathway and consequences of SARS-CoV-2 for developing countermeasures against such viruses as soon as possible.
Effect of the Probiotic Bacillus subtilis DE-CA9TM on Fecal Scores, Serum Oxidative Stress Markers and Fecal and Serum Metabolome in Healthy Dogs
Authors: Allenspach Karin , Sung Chi-Hsuan , Ceron Jose Joaquin , Peres Rubio Camila , Bourgois-Mochel Agnes , Suchodolski Jan S. , Yuan Lingnan , Kundu Debosmita , Colom Comas Joan , Rea Kieran , Mochel Jonathan P.
Published: September 2023

Background: There is increasing interest in the use of Bacillus species as probiotics since their spore-forming ability favors their survival in the acidic gastric environment over other probiotic species. The subsequent germination of B. subtilis to their vegetative form allows for their growth in the small intestine and may increase their beneficial effect on the host. B. subtilis strains have also previously been shown to have beneficial effects in humans and production animals, however, no reports are available so far on their use in companion animals. Study design: The goal of this study was therefore to investigate the daily administration of 1 × 109 cfu DE-CA9TM orally per day versus placebo on health parameters, fecal scores, fecal microbiome, fecal metabolomics, as well as serum metabolomics and oxidative stress markers in ten healthy Beagle dogs in a parallel, randomized, prospective, placebo-controlled design over a period of 45 days. Results: DE-CA9TM decreased the oxidative status compared to controls for advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP), thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) and reactive oxygen metabolites (d-ROMS), suggesting an antioxidant effect of the treatment. Fecal metabolomics revealed a significant reduction in metabolites associated with tryptophan metabolism in the DE-CA9TM-treated group. DE-CA9TM also significantly decreased phenylalanine and homocysteine and increased homoserine and threonine levels. Amino acid metabolism was also affected in the serum metabolome, with increased levels of urea and cadaverine, and reductions in N-acetylornithine in DE-CA9TM compared to controls. Similarly, changes in essential amino acids were observed, with a significant increase in tryptophan and lysine levels and a decrease in homocysteine. An increase in serum guanine and deoxyuridine was also detected, with a decrease in beta-alanine in the animals that ingested DE-CA9TM. Conclusions: Data generated throughout this study suggest that the daily administration of 1 × 109 cfu of DE-CA9TM in healthy Beagle dogs is safe and does not affect markers of general health and fecal scores. Furthermore, DE-CA9TM administration had a potential positive effect on some serum markers of oxidative stress, and protein and lipid metabolism in serum and feces.
Optimization Effect of the Improved Power System Integrating Composite Motors on the Energy Consumption of Electric Vehicles
Authors: Jia Lijun
Published: September 2023

The multi-power source coupled transmission system is a high-performance and energy-saving potential power transmission system, and most of the commonly used pure electric vehicles in the market that use multi-power source coupled drive adopt the motor dual-axis distributed independent drive scheme. The configuration design method for multi-power source fusion hybrid systems mainly focuses on the search and selection of power split hybrid systems based on planetary gear mechanisms. But it has not yet covered the configuration design of transmission systems, resulting in a lack of universal expression and generation methods for the configuration of multi-power source fusion hybrid systems in pure electric vehicles. Therefore, to solve the configuration optimization design problem of a dual-motor single-planetary-array power system, an improved general matrix topology design method is proposed to generate all feasible topology structures. And energy consumption, economy, and the dynamic performance of alternative configurations are optimized and simulated through the control strategy based on a dynamic programming algorithm. Under comprehensive testing conditions, 25 alternative options that met the screening criteria were selected, and, ultimately, five optimized configuration options were obtained. Configuration 1 has the best economy, reducing energy consumption by about 6.3%and increasing driving range by about 6.7%. Its 0–100 km/h acceleration time is about 31.4% faster than the reference configuration. In addition, the energy consumption economy during actual driving is almost the same as the theoretical optimal energy consumption economy, with a difference of only 0.3%. The success of this study not only provides an innovative method for optimizing the configuration of dual-motor single-row star train power systems, but also has a positive impact on improving energy utilization efficiency, reducing energy consumption, and improving the overall performance of electric vehicles.
Formação escolar da classe trabalhadora a partir de Gramsci
Authors: Kanaan Hanen Sarkis
Published: September 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo estimular a reflexão a partir dos estudos de Gramsci sobre educação a partir de alguns escritos do autor publicados entre 1915-1920, a fim de ponderar sobre as mudanças na legislação do ensino médio brasileiro a partir de 2022 quando foi iniciada a implantação da BNCC. Esta nova reforma do ensino médio não dialoga com as necessidades formativas dos filhos dos trabalhadores o que nos permite cotejar com a reforma Gentile implantada por Mussolini e criticada por Gramsci. Apresentar as contradições dos processos educativos é fundamental para se buscar a mudança.
Uma Hipótese prática: a escola como o lugar onde momentos democráticos podem acontecer
Authors: Manzi Ronaldo Filho
Published: September 2023

O debate em torno da relação entre democracia e educação vem ganhando cada dia mais importância na pesquisa teórica e prática na educação. No Brasil, a LDB, ao definir os princípios e objetivos da educação nacional, destaca principalmente essa relação ao indicar o papel de capacitar os indivíduos, promover a igualdade de oportunidades e fornecer ferramentas necessárias para o exercício da cidadania. A escola cumpriria, portanto, um papel de preparação para a democracia. Esse artigo busca apresentar como Masschelein e Simons propõem pensarmos a escola não enquanto preparação, mas como separação (do mundo familiar, social, financeiro etc.). Enquanto separação, a escola partiria de um pressuposto: todos possuem igual “capacidade de”. Ou seja, tomam a igualdade como uma hipótese prática e não como uma finalidade. Buscar-se-á apresentar o que significa essa hipótese prática. Se recorrerá à reflexão de Larrosa sobre esse ponto e indicaremos como essa argumentação nos leva a pensar na concepção de ser qualquer tal como apresentado por Agamben. Com uma investigação crítico-interpretativa, visa-se contribuir no debate em torno da democracia e a educação.
Exilio interior, exilio interno, insilio. Apuntes críticos
Authors: Coraza de los Santos Enrique , Gatica Mónica
Published: September 2023

Abordar esta temática en este año 2023 no es una tarea menor, en especial al tratarse de un aniversario redondo, lo que le da a la tarea un sentido particular, y la evocación y el análisis suponen un alto voltaje político. Estamos frente a los 50 años de los golpes de Estado en Uruguay y Chile, a los 59 del de Brasil y a 40 años de la recuperación de la Democracia en Argentina. Por tanto, analizar situaciones y circunstancias que vivieron las personas durante estos períodos traumáticos de la historia reciente del Cono Sur, no sólo se puede leer e inscribir desde la recuperación de las memorias, desde la visibilización de prácticas, estrategias, vivencias y experiencias; sino que, también es preciso insertarlas en los debates y conflictos que estas evocaciones producen en el presente. También hay poder en la acumulación de significantes, hechos, y símbolos forjados en décadas de investigación y estudio, que una vez más evidencian ese pasado que no pasa, -en palabras de la historiadora Patricia Flier siguiendo a los clásicos-, a la vez que vuelve a convocar a lxs sujetxs y actorxs para colocarlos en escena, social, política e históricamente. Por ello, en estos momentos se reproducen y actualizan antiguos conflictos sobre protagonismos, figuras de héroes y villanos, personalismos, escalas del dolor, sufrimientos, sacrificios y legitimidad de la palabra. Una vez más hay borramientos, y vemos fotografías de personas, grupos, agrupaciones, instituciones, organizaciones, en las que no se ubican de forma aleatoria, sino jerarquizada, claramente a partir del lugar de poder que detentan en el presente.
Vidas clandestinas, historias fragmentadas otra forma de insilio en Uruguay
Authors: Larrobla Caraballo Fabiana , Figueredo Corradi Magdalena
Published: September 2023

Este artículo explora la experiencia de la clandestinidad política en Uruguay durante los años de dictadura (1973-1985) ubicándola dentro del fenómeno del insilio o exilio interior entendiendo que configura una expresión de las consecuencias vinculadas al control social, vigilancias y producción del terror por parte del Estado. Su inclusión permite ampliar y complejizar conceptualmente las experiencias de los insilios en el entendido de que representó, para quienes la vivieron y sus familias, otra forma de destierro sin salir del territorio de origen.

El mismo se estructura en base a fuentes testimoniales y entrevistas realizadas por las autoras, como forma de acceder al complejo entramado de emociones y sensaciones que se van desplegando al recorrer la memoria.

De esta manera el artículo pretende dar cuenta de las transformaciones profundas en la vida de los militantes que ingresaron a la clandestinidad a partir de las rupturas con los lugares de pertenencia (tanto reales como simbólicos), la interrupción de los vínculos afectivos, el miedo como compañía permanente, la dificultad de dar forma al relato y la fuerte presencia del silencio así como también las construcciones de sentido en torno a la militancia clandestina que permitieron atravesar esta experiencia traumática.
La relegación como mecanismo de represión de la dictadura chilena (1973-1989) y su representación en el cine. El caso de la película “La Frontera” de Ricardo Larraín
Authors: Peñaloza Palma Carla
Published: September 2023

A partir del 11 de septiembre de 1973, la dictadura chilena y sus servicios represivos, desplegaron una amplia gama de mecanismos de castigo, persecución y control de los opositores políticos.

Una de las características del régimen, es que, aun cuando todos estos métodos estaban reñidos con el Estado de derecho, muchas veces se buscó dar un respaldo administrativo a través de decretos y disposiciones legales, que buscaban dar una apariencia normativa a la represión.

Entre los diversos mecanismos represivos que usó la dictadura para perseguir a sus opositores, recurrió a la relegación de personas a lugares extremos y apartados del país como medida de castigo y aislamiento.

Esta práctica se institucionalizó en 1980, a través de una ley que permitía estos traslados a quienes eran acusados de alterar el orden público, sin necesidad de un proceso judicial.  De hecho, fue una medida recurrente contra aquellos dirigentes sociales que convocaron a las jornadas de protesta contra la dictadura entre 1983 y 1986.

A pesar de haber sido aplicada con relativa frecuencia en la década de los ochenta, y en especial afectaba, en general, a dirigentes sociales y políticos conocidos, existen muy pocas investigaciones que aborden el tema.

En contrapartida a su escaso abordaje en el ámbito académico, y en el espacio público en general, la relegación fue visibilizada a través del cine en una de las películas más renombradas de la filmografía nacional, a comienzos de la transición a la democracia, como fue la película "La frontera" (1991) que relata la historia de un profesor, que en su calidad de dirigente gremial es relegado a un pequeño y aislado pueblo del sur de Chile.
La Polícia de Segurança Pública portuguesa entre la Dictadura y la Revolución: continuidades y rupturas en busca de legitimidad para ejercer la autoridad (1960-1975)
Authors: Rollo Maria Fernanda , Cueto-Rodríguez Adolfo , Marques Gomes Pedro
Published: September 2023

Portugal alternó durante el siglo XX fases de relativa paz social con periodos de conflictividad, y, naturalmente, esas circunstancias tuvieron reflejo en sus fuerzas del orden y de seguridad. Aparentemente una de las inversiones más acusada del paradigma policial se produjo con la caída de la dictadura y el paso por el proceso revolucionario que precedió al asentamiento de la democracia en el país, a mediados los años setenta. Pero lo cierto es que desde 1960 el Estado Novo ya venía apadrinando una rectificación de la doctrina y de los medios policiales. Sin embargo, esos cambios no servirían a las fuerzas del orden para salvar una crisis de legitimidad y de autoridad después del 25 de abril de 1974. En este artículo analizaremos ese periodo a través de la Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP), procurando identificar las rupturas, transformaciones y continuidades en el modelo policial a lo largo de esos 15 años.
La pesca en el Atlántico sur, del Estrecho de Magallanes a la Antártida. Un análisis descriptivo desde 1980 a la actualidad
Authors: López Manuel Isidoro , López García Rebeca Florentina
Published: September 2023

Este trabajo pretende realizar un análisis descriptivo del desarrollo pesquero en el Atlántico Sur, y, su estado actual, dentro del ámbito jurisdiccional de la Provincia de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur. A partir de la información bibliográfica y normativa disponible, se realizará un análisis de las distintas pesquerías, desde un enfoque integral. Abordando, cronológicamente, tanto el marco legal, como el contexto político, social y económico en el cual se desarrollan.

El recorte temporal de la investigación estará limitado a los últimos cuarenta años. Se iniciará con la pesca artesanal en las localidades costeras, describiendo características de cada zona, actividades realizadas y dificultades que se presentan para establecer proyectos económicamente sostenibles.

Luego se profundizará en la actividad industrial, realizando una caracterización de la actividad y de las especies objetivo. Mostrando que, la reducción en el tamaño y número de la flota, está asociada al aumento del esfuerzo pesquero. Por otra parte, se deja en evidencia, de que, si bien la explotación con buques factorías genera el mayor volumen de divisas para el país, es una actividad que no genera trabajo en tierra, ni vinculo social, impidiendo la reactivación de la economía local asociada a la pesca.
Taxane-induced scleroderma-like skin changes – review of the literature and case report
Authors: Lambova Sevdalina , Abadzhieva Tsv. , Stoilov Nikolay , Boyadzhieva Vladimira
Published: September 2023

Abstract: Taxanes (paclitaxel, docetaxel) are antineoplastic agents used in advanced ovarian, breast, lung, head and neck cancer. Diverse cutaneous adverse reactions associated with taxane administration have been reported such as bullous eruption, onycholysis, acral erythema, erythema multiforme, pustular eruption, scleroderma-like skin changes of both upper and lower extremities. Here, we report a case of 48-year-old female patient, who presented for consultation with rheumatologist with complaints of hand and finger oedema and stiffness. Oedema and mild skin thickening of the fingers and hands were evident at physical examination. Inflammatory joint pain, synovitis, Raynaud’s phenomenon and trophic changes were not present. Standard laboratory tests i.e., complete blood count and biochemistry tests were within normal values. The patient was euthyroid. Immunological tests were negative (antinuclear antibodies; antibodies against extractable nuclear antigens – dsDNA, Sm, RNP, Scl-70; antiphospholipid antibodies – anticardiolipin, anti-beta-2-glycoprotein; anti-CCP antibody and rheumatoid factor). Capillaroscopic examination did not reveal signs of microangiopathy. Skin biopsy was perfomed in the area of a proximal phalanx and the histological examination revealed dermal oedema and superficial scant perivascular infiltrate containing lymphocytes and histiocytes. The patient had undergone an operation for breast cancer 13 years ago and subsequent second operation because of cancer recurrence 7 years ago. After the second operation chemotherapy was performed that included 1 cycle with paclitaxel and 4 cycles with docetaxel. The analysis of the case led to the conclusion that the scleroderma-like skin changes of the fingers and hands are induced by taxane administration in the past. The patient received corticosteroid treatment for 7 months with gradual resolution of symptoms.
Overlapping features of thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura and systemic lupus erythematosus, a diagnostic and a management challenge
Authors: Krstevski M. , Janev Olivera Gjeorgjieva , Krstic L.
Published: September 2023

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare, potentially fatal blood disorder that can be challenging for clinicians to identify in the setting of autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). SLE can present with thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) and differentiation between the two diseases can be quite difficult.

In this case report we present a 62-year-old female with a history of SLE who was hospitalized with thrombocytopenia, dysarthria, dizziness, paresthesia and altered mental status. The laboratory results revealed direct Coombs negative hemolytic anemia, severe thrombocytopenia, significant elevation of lactate dehydrogenase, leukocytosis and presence of few schistocytes in the peripheral film. In addition, we also present evidence for circulating anti-ADAMTS13 antibody/ADAMTS13 antigen. Based on clinical, hematological, and biochemical findings, we concluded that it was a case of TTP-like microangiopathy associated with SLE and indicated treatment with methylprednisolone pulses and plasmapheresis. Later on, she developed psychosis and made plasmapheresis difficult to perform. We continued corticosteroids (dose 1mg/kg), RhoGAM, Chloroquine and Azathioprine, obtaining a satisfactory response after one week of treatment.
Efficacy of rituximab in difficult to treatment patients with polymyositis
Authors: Момчева Ирина Иванова , Kazmin Ivan , Stoilov Nikolay
Published: September 2023

Inflammatory myopathies are a heterogeneous group of diseases rarely encountered in clinical practice. They primarily involve the transverse striated muscles, and in some cases there is also extramuscular involvement of the skin, lungs, joints, esophagus, heart. Acute forms of myositis, which are the most common, are associated with viral diseases and usually resolve spontaneously. Chronic forms usually have a subacute onset and unknown etiology. The presence of different clinical phenotypes and courses is associated with diversity in autoantibody production. Historically, the treatment of refractory forms of polymyositis and dermatomyositis has undergone significant dynamics. Data from various studies have been published that show a significant reduction in the symptoms of inflammation, but unfortunately some of these disease-modifying treatments could not be established in rheumatology practice as sufficiently effective. Limiting factors are the retrospective nature of these studies, as well as different inclusion and exclusion criteria. However, in recent years, more and more data have emerged that present rituximab as one of the promising molecules for the treatment of patients refractory to conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic agents We present a clinical case of a 40-year-old Caucasian man with onset of the disease – fever, asthenodynamia, muscle pain and weakness, pericardial and pleural effusions. The patient was treated with glucocorticoids, methotrexate, pulse therapies with methylprednisolone and cyclophosphamide, as well as pulse therapy with intravenous immunoglobulins. Due to the temporary effect of the treatment and the relapse of the disease, the patient was started on mycophenolate mofetil therapy (instead of methotrexate). However, a new peak in disease activity was reported, necessitating resumption of pulse therapies with methylprednisolone and cyclophosphamide. Due to the refractory course of the disease, the patient was treated with rituximab after signed informed consent. A significant reduction in disease activity and a good clinical and therapeutic effect were reported.
Ciudadanía Fiscal en la Provincia de Buenos Aires
Authors:   , Picón Nicolás J.
Published: September 2023

La ciudadanía fiscal hace referencia al pacto de intercambio entre el Estado y sus habitantes, donde el primero garantiza una serie de derechos, bienes y servicios, exigiendo como contrapartida a los ciudadanos atenerse a una serie de reglas, y contribuir materialmente a sostener ese pacto. Este trabajo toma como base el caso de un impuesto, el Inmobiliario Urbano en la Provincia de Buenos Aires y evalúa a través de un modelo econométrico los determinantes de su cumplimiento. Específicamente se estimó si la provisión de bienes públicos posee un impacto significativo en el cumplimiento tributario. Para ello se vale de tres grupos de variables, uno relacionado con la provisión de bienes públicos y dos grupos de variables de control vinculados con la situación del contribuyente y con la administración tributaria. La Hipótesis principal es que el contribuyente no es un sujeto que toma decisiones exclusivamente en base a un análisis económico racional, sino que además estas decisiones se ven afectadas por apreciaciones personales sobre su entorno y otros factores de contexto. Los resultados econométricos apuntan a una verificación de dicha hipótesis, es decir, la provisión de bienes públicos resultó tener un impacto directo y significativo cuando se analiza el cumplimiento tributario.
Historical Reality Depicted in Early Russian Hagiography
Authors: Конявская Е.Л.
Published: September 2023

В статье анализируются Жития Феодосия Печерского и Авраамия Смоленского с точки зрения значимости содержащихся в них данных по русской истории — политической, церковной и истории повседневности.

The article is based on the Life of Theodosius of the Caves and the Life of Abraham of Smolensk. Analyzed is the significance of the available political, religious, and everyday historical data.
«I don’t fit abroad…» Investigatory Records on Colonel L.V. Kostandi (1920–1921)
Authors: Ганин А.В.
Published: September 2023

Материал представляет первую публикацию документов следственного дела пленного белого офицера полковника Л.В. Костанди – видного участника Белого движения на Севере России.

The material represents the first publication of the documents of the investigative case of the captured Colonel of the White Movement, L.V. Kostandi – a prominent participant of the White Movement in North Russia
Aplicación del Estudio de Caso como metodología de enseñanza en la carrera de Enfermería
Authors: Videa Teresa
Published: September 2023

ste artículo presenta los resultados de una investigación con enfoque cualitativo que tuvo como objetivo identificar si los docentes de la Carrera de Enfermería de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras (UNAH) implementan la metodología del estudio de caso en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje y la forma cómo lo hacen. En ese orden, la técnica aplicada fue la entrevista, a partir de la cual se diseñó un guion que fue aplicado a una muestra de 14 docentes seleccionada mediante muestreo no probabilístico de tipo intencionado, considerando un criterio de heterogeneidad en función de los diferentes centros regionales donde se atiende la Carrera, con miras a conocer su opinión sobre si la formación disciplinar y pedagógica, y las competencias profesionales con que cuentan son suficientes para implementar de manera efectiva esta metodología; también se indagó si percibían que la misma era de provecho para el aprendizaje de sus estudiantes y, finalmente, si había buena recepción para formular una propuesta con lineamientos metodológicos al respecto. De acuerdo con los resultados, para los docentes de Enfermería, esta metodología fomenta el pensamiento crítico y la resolución de problemas en los estudiantes; asimismo, se encontró un buen grado de disposición en los docentes para aplicar esta metodología de manera efectiva y para formarse al respecto, por lo que contemplan que una propuesta con lineamientos metodológicos sería muy oportuna. Se concluye que, el estudio de caso tiene un impacto positivo en la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, pero requiere que los profesores tengan ciertos conocimientos específicos.
Wokół rzeczy ostatecznych. Obyczaje funeralne sowieckich elit partyjnych
Authors: Jasiewicz Krzysztof
Published: September 2023

Soviet funeral practices for members of the state elite are built on two factors. They use the achievements of antiquity and the Bible, and depend on the position of the deceased at the time of their death. On the one hand, ‘elite’ refers to the highest-ranked representatives of the Soviet authorities (primarily the first secretaries of the party and marshals of the army and sometimes very meritorious activists). The custom of mummification, which was taken from antiquity and the Bible, was used for Lenin and Stalin. However, what was done with the bodies of these two most important Soviets was actually thanatopraxis, which involves replacing blood in the bloodstream immediately after death by introducing in its place a fluid with a strictly protected chemical composition that preserves the corpse from the inside. Piłsudski’s body was also subjected to thanatopraxis after death. This method is still used today by families of various magnates and of important mafia people. The second factor is the evaluation of a given person by successors. When speaking of special burial sites, except for the two aforementioned figures, others were buried next to Lenin’s mausoleum (formerly, from 1953 to 1956, Lenin’s and Stalin’s, then only Lenin’s until modern times). All the first/general secretaries of the Communist Party are buried there, except Nikita Khrushchev. He did not deserve a proper burial as he had thrown Stalin’s body out of the mausoleum into an earthen grave and revealed a veil of state secrets in a secret report on the cult of personality and its disastrous consequences on the party elite, which at that time had only been bestowed by Stalin. He was buried at the Novodevichy Cemetery. It is also a very prestigious burial place for many prominent Soviets. There are also several other Moscow necropolises, which served as the resting place of equally distinguished comrades as space at the Novodevichy Cemetery was reduced.
Bridging Loss-of-Lock in InSAR Time Series of Distributed Scatterers
Authors: Conroy Philip
Published: September 2023

In this work, we discuss a type of signal loss/decorrelation encountered in InSAR time series analysis which we call “loss-of-lock”, and show how it has significant implications for the use of InSAR in monitoring dynamically changing regions. We show how this otherwise irreparable loss of coherence in InSAR time series’ can be overcome by informing the processing algorithm with contextual data of the region of interest. 
Robust Constant Curvature Curve Communications with Complex and Quaternion Neural Networks
Authors: Buvarp Anders , Mili Lamine
Published: September 2023

The concept of Digital Twin has recently emerged, which requires the
transmission of a massive amount of sensor data with low latency and
high reliability. Analog error correction is an attractive method for
low-latency communications; hence, in this paper, we propose the use of
complex-valued neural networks and Quaternionic Neural Networks (QNNs)
to decode analog codes. Furthermore, we propose mapping our codes to the
baseband of the frequency domain to enable easy time and frequency
synchronization as well as to mitigate frequency-selective fading using
robust estimation theory. This is accomplished by applying inverse
Discrete Fourier Transform (DFT) modulation, which achieves a
significant reduction in hardware complexity, power, and cost as
compared to our previously proposed analog coding scheme. Additionally,
we introduce a scaled version of our previous analog codes that enables
statistical signal processing, something we have not been able to
achieve until now. This achieves significant noise immunity with drastic
performance improvements at low Signal-to-Noise Ratios (SNR) and a small
loss at high SNR.
DESAFIOS E ESTRATÉGIAS DE APRENDIZAGEM SOBRE COMPETÊNCIAS GERENCIAIS NA ÓTICA DOS DOCENTES DE ENFERMAGEM
Authors: Laura Andrian Leal  , Sílvia Helena Henriques  , Denise Maria Osugui  , Sonia Maria Kalckmann de Macedo  , Luan Gagossian Savóia  , Carolina Cassiano
Published: September 2023

Introdução: Na sociedade moderna, tem-se cada vez mais, a necessidade de formar enfermeiros competentes e propiciar ferramentas para a edificação de competências gerenciais. Portanto, faz-se relevante uma atuação docente que abarque aspectos profícuos de desenvolvimento dessas competências, bem como instituições de ensino que possibilitem ensejos que também as priorizem.  Objetivos: Identificar os principais desafios para os estudantes de enfermagem desenvolverem competências gerenciais e as estratégias de aprendizagem segundo a ótica dos docentes de enfermagem. Métodos: Estudo exploratório de abordagem qualitativa, realizado com 12 docentes vinculados a uma Instituição de Ensino Superior pública brasileira. Os dados foram coletados em 2020 por meio da técnica de grupo focal e analisados de acordo com a análise temática indutiva. Evidencia-se que o estudo foi aprovado pelo comitê de ética em pesquisa da instituição proponente. Resultados: Os resultados mostraram que as competências mais desafiadoras são: comunicação, tomada de decisão, liderança, relacionamento interpessoal e negociação de conflitos; tais competências foram justificáveis em virtuda da imaturidade e inexperiência do aluno. Além disso, também foram ressaltados desafios relacionados ao trabalho do docente, sobretudo quanto à limitação de tempo e sobrecarga. Quanto às estratégias, os docentes evidenciaram: estimulação da iniciativa, raciocínio, empoderamento e autorresponsabilidade do aluno, metodologias ativas de ensino, incluindo simulações e prática de estágio. Conclusões: O método qualitativo permitiu verificar com maior aprofundamento a temática em questão, desvelando as percepções dos docentes de enfermagem. Faz-se necessário que instituições de ensino se atentem para esses fatores com vistas a mitigar as lacunas por meio de estratégias inovadoras e experiências exitosas no ensino de competências gerenciais.
Perfil sociodemográfico e citológico de mulheres em investigação de neoplasia cérvico-uterina em um serviço secundário
Authors: Tavares de Oliveira Jorge Luís , Pinheiro Rodrigues Nádia Cristina , O'dwyer Gisele
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: analisar o perfil sociodemográfico e comparar as diferenças das características de mulheres com alterações citológicas de alto grau em um serviço da atenção secundária. Método: estudo transversal retrospectivo de 2017 a 2021 realizado em 160 prontuários (CAAE 51800621.3.0000.5240). Resultados: predominaram  mulheres com média de idade 40,7 anos, escolaridade abaixo do ensino médio, tiveram um a três filhos, não utilizavam preservativos e anticoncepcionais, não tabagistas e com alterações citopatológicas alto grau. As características com maiores percentuais para lesões citopatológicas de alto grau foram mulheres com quatro ou mais gestações, idade do parto menor ou igual a 18 anos, coitarca menor ou igual a 15 anos e tabagistas. Conclusão: serviços da rede de atenção, especialmente da atenção primária à saúde, devem capacitar permanentemente os profissionais visando cumprimento de fluxos assistenciais preconizadas pelas recomendações das diretrizes brasileiras de rastreamento da neoplasia cérvico-uterina atentando ao perfil encontrado de mulheres encaminhadas a atenção secundária.
A STUDY ON THE HEALTH AND NUTRITION EDUCATION FOR TEENAGERS
Authors: Mrs Barthalomea Prathibha Dsouza
Published: September 2023

This study examines the impact of health and nutrition education programs on the knowledge and attitudes of teenagers. With the growing prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases, it is important Determine the effectiveness of educational interventions targeting this age group. It provides on the food pattern to be followed by the teenagers for optimum health with daily requirements. Findings from this study will contribute to the advancement of evidence-based strategies for improving healthy and nutritional education for teenagers, ultimately leading to healthier lifestyles and reduced disease risk in this population. This will include evaluating if the specific needs and challenges faced by teenagers. Investigating the influence of health and nutrition education on the lifestyle choices of teenagers. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights on the effectiveness of health and nutrition education for teenagers. Ultimately, the goal is to empower teenagers to make informed choices about their health and nutrition, leading to a healthier and happier future generation.
KEY WORDS:- Nutrition , Health , modern life style , common deficiencies ,Reaching Adolescent nutrition ,Teenagers.
Konsep Waḥdat Al-Wujūd dalam Tasawuf Sunan Bonang
Authors: Wirman Metsra
Published: September 2023

Artikel ini merupakan pembahasan tentang gagasan Waḥdat al-Wujūd dari Sunan Bonang, yang merupakan salah satu ulama terkemuka yang dikenal sebagai Wali Songo. Terdapat perbedaan kesimpulan dalam kajian sarjana Orientalis dan sarjana Indonesia terdahulu tentang sejarah Sunan Bonang dan ajarannya, dikarenakan sumber rujukan disisipi mitos, legenda, yang kebenaran ceritanya senantiasa samar. Pemikiran dan ajarannya tentang tasawuf disajikan melalui simbol-simbol budaya, seperti karakter, sangkar, burung, topeng, wayang, cermin, dan bayangan yang dapat menimbulkan berbagai penafsiran yang rancu. Oleh karena itu, gagasan Sunan Bonang dan Wali Songo masih disalahpahami oleh kebanyakan para sarjana sebagai “Manunggaling Kawula Gusti”, sebuah konsep yang erat kaitannya dengan gagasan pantheisme dan monisme. Dalam kajian ini jelas, bahwa pemikiran tasawuf Sunan Bonang adalah yang paling otoritatif dari Sunan Bonang tentang Wahdat al-Wujud benar-benar mencerminkan ajaran tasawuf Wali Songo di Jawa. Wahdat al-Wujud yang dipahami dan diajarkan oleh Sunan Bonang adalah berbeda dengan ajaran Manunggaling Kawula Gusti, yakni bersatunya hamba dengan Tuhan (al-Ittihad wa al-Hulul) yang menjadi pemahaman ajaran tasawuf yang keliru. Kajian ini menggunakan metode kajian kepustakaan yang merangkumi metode pengumpulan data dan analisa semantik (Semantic content Analysis). Diharapkan kajian ini dapat menggambarkan ajaran yang benar dari Sunan Bonang pada khususnya dan Wali Songo pada umumnya, dengan maksud untuk melindunginya dari miskonsepsi para esoteris (ahli Kebatinan).
Profiles in Female Poverty: The Invisible Domestic Workers
Authors: - Alka Sahoo
Published: September 2023

India women have been contributing in the economy and development since Independence. They have been working in organized as well as unorganized sectors. The unorganized sector provides jobs to illiterate and less educated population of India to meet their basic needs. Poor women living in urban areas work mainly as domestic helpers because domestic work is easily available to them. With the help of 6 cases studies of poor women domestic workers, the paper aims to study the plight of women domestic workers, the way they financially support their families, the way they live their lives. Their sense of relative deprivation is reflected in their routine conversations. Their plight will not change until they are aware of their rights and unite for their own cause. The Government needs to pay attention to their plight and provide them economic security.
The Effects of Core Stabilization Exercise on Low Back Patients
Authors: - Mubarak Inuwa Mustapha , - Sulaiman Ayuba , - Abdullahi Saleh
Published: September 2023

Low back pain is a prevalent and debilitating condition that affects a significant portion of the global population. Core stabilization exercises have emerged as a popular therapeutic approach for managing low back pain. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the effectiveness of core stabilization exercises in alleviating low back pain and improving functional outcomes in affected patients. This research revealed significant improvements in pain intensity, functional disability, and quality of life following core stabilization exercise interventions compared to control groups. Furthermore, the effects appear to be more pronounced when these exercises are incorporated into a comprehensive rehabilitation program. However, the study also identifies certain limitations, such as heterogeneity among the included studies and variations in the duration and intensity of core stabilization exercise programs. Additionally, the long-term sustainability of the observed benefits warrants further investigation
Bappa Rawal Annadata's Life, Achievements
Authors: - Shallu Agarwal
Published: September 2023

One of the most powerful and well-known kings of the Mewar Dynasty was Bappa Rawal. Despite being a living descendant of the Guhilot line, Prince Kalbhoj (his real name), who hailed from the Atri clan, did not adopt the name of the family that had been used for seven generations when he ascended to the throne. Instead, he founded the Mewar Dynasty and gave it the name of the newly-acquired country. He later rose to prominence as a beloved hero on several battlefields, but his intriguing life is riddled with mysteries, and numerous tales have been made about him. According to legend, Bappa received the kingdom from Mewar area sage Harit Rishi. His father, Rawal Mahendra II, had wed a Paramara Rajput lady from Chandravati or Mt. Abu, both of which were Paramara hubs at the time. She was also related to Maan Mori, the ruler of the Paramara people and a significant portion of the State of Mewar. This included the territory of the Guhilot clan, which Malwa-based Paramara invaders had claimed a century or so earlier and captured. They established their capital at the venerable citadel of Chittorgarh.
According to legend, Bappa Rawal grew up close to the city of Nagda. There are various tales about Bappa's formative years as a young man amid the untamed Vindhya Range, as there are for most high-spirited rulers. His pranks included apparently harmless mischief with rural damsels, however it's possible that it wasn't so innocent (he cared for the holy livestock of the Brahmans). He'married' a number of the young ladies one day during a game he made up, which required him to leave Nagda for a hideout in the hills to avoid the enraged parents of the young girls. This story of potential virility has an intriguing addendum in that Bappa Rawal is reported to have wed several women and fathered well over a hundred offspring.
Crypto Funds and Hybrid Currency: Digital Wallets for the Future Generation
Authors: - Deepa K Sidhardhan
Published: September 2023

In recent years, the world of finance and currency has witnessed a significant evolution with the advent of crypto currencies and block chain technology. Among the many innovations that have emerged, "crypto funds" have emerged as a revolutionary concept, promising to reshape how individuals manage, invest, and transact with digital assets. This article explores the concept of crypto funds and their role as digital wallets for the future generation.
Opportunities and Challenges of NEP 2020
Authors: - Atul S.Jadhav
Published: September 2023

Education is the base of all development. It has been starting from ancient time but required changes have been doing still now. It is required because changeability is the low of nature. If we cannot change, nature will destroy us. It is also apply in the education. Indian Government has adopted the National Education Policy 2020 on 29th July 2020.the aim of the NEP 2020 is revolution in education system, which help to the students to sustain in the 21st century and overcome the challenges in the life and develop the nation. In this paper I discuss about challenges and opportunities of the National Education Policy 2020.
Dryland Water Resource Conservation and Conflict Management in Loisukut Sub-catchment in Laikipia North Sub-country, Kenya
Authors: - Tsheten Dorji
Published: September 2023

The study examines access to water, use and management of water resources and conflicts in the Loisukut sub-catchment in Laikipia North Sub-Country. Additionally, the study provides information on grassroots initiatives that seek to improve and ensure equitable management of water resources by establishing connections with significant stakeholders. The study is supported by information acquired through the distribution of a questionnaire to various stakeholders, water users' groups, and communities. The study's conclusions indicate a relationship between water availability, consumption, and management that has a significant impact on water conflicts. The discrepancies in access to water are due to ineffective water management initiatives. The study recommends watershed conservation and diversifying pastoralists' economic opportunities will have positive effects on the environment, economy and society.
Tourism Sector in India
Authors: - ROHAN KOHLI
Published: September 2023

The tourism and hospitality sector in India has exhibited tremendous resilience as its currently on course to recover from the lows of the pandemic year and touch new highs in the near future. The sector, which contributes significantly to the country’s economy, employment generation and foreign exchange earnings, represents and supports not just some of the world’s most renowned tourist destinations but also a plethora of cultural experiences and landscapes.
Domestic Abuse
Authors: - Kartik Singh , - Shruti Malhotra , - Tanmay
Published: September 2023

“YOUR ABUSIVE PARTNER DOESN’T HAVE A PROBLEM WITH HIS ANGER; HE HAS A PROBLEM WITH YOUR ANGER. One of the basic human rights he takes away from you is the right to be angry with him. No matter how badly he treats you, he believes that your voice shouldn’t rise and your blood shouldn’t boil. The privilege of rage is reserved for him alone. When your anger does jump out of you—as will happen to any abused woman from time to time—he is likely to try to jam it back down your throat as quickly as he can. Then he uses your anger against you to prove what an irrational person you are. Abuse can make you feel straitjacketed. You may develop physical or emotional reactions to swallowing your anger, such as depression, nightmares, emotional numbing, or eating and sleeping problems, which your partner may use as an excuse to belittle you further or make you feel crazy.”
The Judiciary's Position in Encouraging Gender Equality
Authors: - Dr. Neeti Pandey , - Kartik Karara
Published: September 2023

We have addressed and discussed the topic of Gender and the Law in all aspects over the past one and a half days, including gender-based violence, gender and judging, human rights of victims and perpetrators of violence, equality in property division, gender equality and international treaties, as well as gender in the workplace, masculinity and violence, sentencing, and access to justice.
Feminism and Role of Education for Women in India
Authors: - Ankush Kumar
Published: September 2023

The provision of education for women is a fundamental necessity in order to facilitate the transformation of their societal standing. Women who have received a formal education possess the ability to significantly contribute to the advancement of society in terms of both social and economic growth. Education serves as a mechanism for addressing and rectifying inequities and disparities, enabling individuals to regain their social standing both within their immediate family unit and in broader society. Gender is a significant determinant for women. The concepts of empowerment, prosperity, development, and welfare are integral to the discourse on societal progress and well-being. Education empowers women to a greater extent. The individual exhibits a notable level of physical power. The concept of empowerment is closely linked to the process of education, since education serves as a catalyst for empowering individuals. Significant role in shaping individuals and societies. It is a process that involves the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes, which contribute to personal development and social progress Women empowerment, inequality, and vulnerability of women in Indian society play a crucial role. This study aims to document the current state of women's education in India.
Eco-friendly Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from Aloe vera Leaves Based on Various Parameters
Authors: - Pallavi R Nayak , - Dhanush N Begur
Published: September 2023

In the current study, an ecofriendly and economically very effective method for the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using aqueous extract of Aloe vera leaves has been investigated.
The synthesis of AgNPs was checked by the change of color of the solution from yellow to dark blue or black due to a phenomenon known as surface plasmon resonance. The ability of silver nanoparticles to get effected by various process parameters like volume of Aloe vera leaves extract, concentration of silver nitrate solution, and the total incubation time was checked. The analysis and characterization was done using UV-Visible spectroscopy and SEM-EDX.
The SEM-EDX analysis confirmed the size, shape and formation of the silver nanoparticles. The best conditions needed for the synthesis of AgNPs using Aloe vera leaves extract was found to be 5mM concentration of silver nitrate solution using 15% volume of Aloe vera leaves extract and incubated for 10minutes under the sunlight.