bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Branje, mišljenje, fikcija: na poti k nevrokognitivni opredelitvi fikcijskega branja
Authors: Žunkovič Igor
Published: November 2021

V članku najprej predstavim tri temeljne literarnoteoretične opredelitve literarne fikcije – semantično, sintaktično in pragmatično –, zveze med njimi ter njihove glavne pomanjkljivosti. Nato se posvetim obravnavi najnovejše, nevrokognitivne opredelitve fikcije, različnim nevrokognitivnim pristopom, posebej pojmovanju literarne fikcije kot simulacije, in pomenu, ki ga ima princip utelešenosti za nevrokognitivno razumevanje fikcijskosti. Koncept utelešene simulacije izpostavim kot enega od možnih determinirajočih faktorjev fikcijskosti literarnega besedila, pri čemer utelešena simulacija deluje skozi tvorjenje zvez z resničnim svetom na eni ter domišljijo in simulacijo na drugi strani. Kot bistveno prednost nevrokogntivnega pristopa k razumevanju fikcijskosti izpostavim možnost raziskovanja in razumevanja kognitivnih in čustvenih temeljev najpomembnejših učinkov branja literarne fikcije: potopitve, identifikacije, estetskega užitka in potujitvenega učinka. Prav dolgoročno raziskovanje kognitivnih učinkov branja literarne fikcije, in sicer še posebej pripovedne fikcije, razumem kot najpomembnejšo perspektivo raziskovanja znotraj kognitivne literarne vede.
Zablodeli avtobus v primežu socialističnega in feminističnega kritiškega diskurza
Authors: Čerče Danica
Published: November 2021

Zaradi podrejanja slovenske kritiške misli vladajočemu političnemu režimu in sprevračanja književnosti v ideološko orodje je bila vrsti Steinbeckovih del, ki so odstopala od zaželenih političnih in književnih izbir, odvzeta možnost objektivnega ovrednotenja in predstavitve. Med manj znana in zaradi odsotnosti ideoloških vsebin marginalizirana dela sodi tudi Zablodeli avtobus (The Wayward Bus). Prispevek se ukvarja z najbolj pogostimi kritiškimi obračuni, ki jih je bil deležen ta roman: v slovenskem prostoru je nezadovoljstvo izviralo iz utilitarističnega pojmovanja književnosti oziroma povezovanja koncepta umetniške vrednosti književnih del z njihovim političnim vplivom, v pisateljevi domovini pa je Steinbeckova reprezentacija ženskosti in moškosti v romanu tako vznejevoljila feministično kritiško srenjo, da je pisatelja označila za mizoginista. Prispevek osvetljuje ozadja, ki so zaznamovala nastanek tega romana in kritiške odzive nanj, in na teoretski podlagi etičnega kritištva preverja upravičenost do sedaj izrečenih sodb. Končna ugotovitev je, da je Steinbeck neprizanesljiv do obeh spolov, njegov pisateljski svet pa mnogo bogatejši, kot nam ga je predstavila z ideološkim predznakom zaslepljena slovenska kritika preteklega obdobja.
Posthumanistična kritika kartezijanskega dualizma v liriki Alje Adam in Jane Putrle Srdić
Authors: Jurša Potocco Barbara
Published: November 2021

Izhodišče pričujoče ekokritiške obravnave pesniških zbirk Dolgo smo čakali na dež Alje Adam in To noč bodo hrošči prilezli iz zemlje Jane Putrle Srdić je zavrnitev kartezijanskega dualizma kot za zahodno kulturo značilnega androantropocentričnega modela človeške identitete. Obe deli tematizirata človeško telesnost ter razmerje med človeškim in živalskim skozi prizmo posthumanistične več-kot-človeške identitete, ki se povezuje z neidentitetnim kot tistim, kar se izmakne človeškim konceptom. Obe pesnici spodkopavata hierarhično in kakršnokoli bistveno razlikovanje med človeškimi in ne-človeškimi živalmi, razlike med njunima pristopoma pa ustrezajo dvema smerema, ki ju lahko razločimo znotraj posthumanističnega diskurza: pesniška zbirka Alje Adam ustreza posthumanizmu, ki se osredotoča na zabrisanje ločnice med ljudmi in živalmi, Jana Putrle Srdić pa upesnjuje predvsem kiborški posthumanizem, ki razsvetljenski koncept človeka zamaje tako, da ga zmeša s konceptom stroja. Ekofeministično motivirano prevpraševanje binarne opozicije telo/um pri Adamovi poudarja izkustvo čuječnega naseljevanja lastnega telesa in skozenj umeščenosti v okolje, lirika Jane Putrle Srdić pa s svojimi referencami na posthumanistične ideje Garyja Snyderja in Donne Haraway izpeljuje radikalno posthumanistično preseganje pojmovnih dvojic narava/kultura ter telo/um oziroma zavest/materija predvsem na podlagi ideje o materialni (tj. tehnološki/biološki) posredovanosti vseh (človeških in nečloveških) zaznav.
Slovenska mladinska proza med posnemanjem dejanskega in ustvarjanjem možnih svetov
Authors: Zorman Barbara
Published: November 2021

V razpravi najprej predstavim razlikovanje med realistično in fantastično mladinsko prozo, ki izhaja iz načinov referiranja na zunajbesedilni svet. Realizem pripoved podaja v skladu z uveljavljenimi predstavami o tem, kar je v stvarnem oziroma dejanskem svetu možno in verjetno, fantastika pa te predstave z ustvarjanjem alternativnih svetov prevprašuje. Dokazati želim, da večina mladinskih proznih del ne sovpada zgolj z realistično oziroma fantastično reprezentacijo, temveč oba principa prepleta. V mladinski realistični prozi so igra, domišljija, upor, humor in nonsens temeljna načela, skozi katera se odrasli avtor vživlja v mladoletni lik in tako nasprotuje poskusom odrasle avtoritarne perspektive, da bi se vzpostavila kot obče veljavna resnica o svetu. Tudi fantastične literature ni mogoče ustvarjati ali sprejemati brez referenc na dejanski svet. Zato predlagam, da se dvojica realistično/fantastično razpre v spekter, ta pa se oblikuje s pomočjo koncepta modalno pogojene resničnosti oziroma dejanskega ter možnih in neverjetnih svetov. Spekter se razpira med dvema skrajnima poloma: verističnim referiranjem na zunajbesedilno stvarnost (temu so blizu avtobiografije, spominska in zgodovinska proza) ter ubesedovanjem možnih/neverjetnih svetov, likov, dogodkov na drugem polu, čemur so blizu pravljice, fantastična proza, nonsens.
Public Rendition of Authorship: Commemorative Ceremonies in Neo-Avant-Garde Projects by Zabludovsky-Zorica
Authors: Protrka Štimec Marina
Published: November 2021

Artistic intermedial and interdiscursive projects and performance art events on the artistic stage written by Željko Zorica and his imaginary co-initiator “paleoanthropologist, demonologist, card player and wine drinker, Hans Christian Zabludovsky, PhD” are based on commemorative practices established by historical science and culturology. They refer to mechanisms of history production, question creative processes and evaluate the elusive and complex relationship between collective memory, the political sphere, literature and history. Zorica-Zabludovsky’s books and artistic performances (the erection of memorial plaques in Paris, Zagreb and Oporovec) challenge the “social imaginary” as a fundamental reference of historiographical and critical work, demonstrating that theoretically and politically conscious art does not necessarily interfere with aesthetic experience. This paper analyses them as expression of the transgressive character of post-avant-garde artistic practices—as undertakings that reveal the basic relationship between art, literature, history and public space.
Characterizing Autonomy Supportiveness in Diabetes Peer Health Coaches
Authors: Cedarbaum Jacob , Brown Brianne , Wilson Shayla , Mase Rebecca , Heisler Michele
Published: November 2021

BackgroundPrior studies have shown that peer health coaching improves outcomes among adults with chronic conditions such as diabetes. These studies have also suggested that higher ratings of their peer coach’s autonomy supportiveness, i.e., the degree to which a coach supports participant choice, is associated with improved outcomes. The types of actual behaviors and interactions that participants in these coaching relationships perceive as being more or less autonomy supportive are important to define. This investigation aims to more concretely characterize the ways in which participants perceive autonomy support and how important these perceptions are to their satisfaction with their peer coaches.MethodsThis article is a qualitative investigation of the US Department of Veterans Affairs–Technology Enhanced Coaching (VA-TEC) study, a parallel randomized controlled trial with diabetes patients with poor glycemic control at the Detroit VA Medical Center. Intervention arm participants work for 6 months with peer coaches who are also VA patients who now have good glycemic control. Researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with veterans who had recently completed their 6 months of coaching. Responses to Health Care Climate Questionnaire (HCCQ) items in the trial’s 6-month survey were used to identify veterans for interviews who rated their coaches either especially high or low in terms of autonomy supportiveness. Interview responses were then analyzed in order to elucidate veterans’ perceptions of autonomy support in their coaching relationships.ResultsSemi-structured interviews were conducted with 17 of the veterans who completed the VA-TEC program. Veterans who rated their coaches higher on HCCQ items tended to emphasize the positivity and non-judgmental nature of their coaches. They also described coaches who offered them choices and non-directive suggestions in identifying health behavior goals. Veterans who gave their coaches lower HCCQ ratings described coaches who tended to be less personally engaged and less focused on addressing veterans’ specific concerns about diabetes. Some veterans who rated their coaches lower on autonomy-supportiveness felt their coaches underestimated their existing knowledge of diabetes and were overly directive in providing advice. Overall, participants’ HCCQ ratings correlated well with expressed satisfaction with their coach in interviews. ConclusionsVA-TEC participant feedback outlines meaningful ways in which coaches can support autonomy. These include, among others, eliciting participants’ personal goals, remaining positive and non-judgmental, providing suggestions for behavior changes without being overly directive, and maintaining a balance between discussing diabetes and the types of personal conversations that are crucial to building trust. The effective behaviors described in this investigation can be used to train future coaches and other lay health workers.
Length-dependent changes of lower limb muscle morphology in Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy assessed with magnetic resonance imaging
Authors: Fanous Jacob , Zero Alexander M. , Gilmore Kevin J. , Doherty Timothy J. , Rice Charles L.
Published: November 2021

The objective of the present study was to assess muscle quantity of the thigh and leg in patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) compared to age and sex matched controls in exploring length-dependent changes of innervated muscles. In five people with CIDP and seven controls, magnetic resonance imaging was used to assess muscle morphology of the four parts of the quadriceps and medial hamstring muscles. Findings were compared to the triceps surae from a subset of participants. The CIDP group had less contractile tissue in the quadriceps (11.5%, P<0.05), hamstrings (15.6%, P<0.05) and triceps surae (35.9%, P<0.05) compared to controls. Additionally, CIDP had less contractile tissue (18.7%) in the triceps surae compared to the hamstrings (P<0.05). Muscle quantity in the quadriceps and hamstrings in CIDP was less than controls, but differences were greater for the distal triceps surae. These findings support a length-dependent affect of CIDP on limb musculature composition.
Descriptive Analysis of Forces Applied by Trained Clinicians During 2-Handed Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Authors: Stevenson Taylor C. , Whitlock James A. , Martonick Nickolai , Cheatham Scott W. , Reeves Ashley , McGowan Craig , Baker Russell T.
Published: November 2021

Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a common intervention among clinicians. Despite its popularity, little is known about the forces applied by the clinician using the instruments during treatment. The purpose of this investigation was to examine the forces applied by trained clinicians using IASTM instruments during a simulated treatment. Eleven IASTM–trained (Graston Technique, Técnica Gavilán, or RockBlades) clinicians (physical therapists = 2, chiropractors = 2, athletic trainers = 7) participated in the study. Each clinician performed 75 two-handed strokes distributed evenly across 5 IASTM instruments on a skin simulant attached to a force plate. Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization stroke application was analyzed for peak normal forces and mean normal forces by stroke. We observed an average peak normal force of 8.9 N and mean normal force of 6.0 N across all clinicians and instruments. Clinicians and researchers may use the descriptive values as reference for the application of IASTM in practice and research.
Current Clinical Concepts: Heat Tolerance Testing
Authors: Butler Cody , Dierickx Erin , Bruneau Michelle , Stearns Rebecca , Casa Douglas J.
Published: November 2021

Heat tolerance testing (HTT) has been developed to assess readiness for work or exercise in the heat based on thermoregulation during exertion. Although the Israeli Defense Forces protocol has been the most widely used and referenced, other protocols and variables considered in the interpretation of the testing are emerging. Our purpose was to summarize the role of HTT after exertional heat stroke; assess the validity of HTT; and provide a review of best-practice recommendations to guide clinicians, coaches, and researchers in the performance, interpretation, and future direction of HTT. We also offer the strength of evidence for these recommendations using the Strength of Recommendation Taxonomy system.
Scrub typhus
Authors: Singh Ankur , Anjali Akansha , Prasad Rajniti , Prakash Pradyot , Mishra Om Prakash
Published: November 2021

Scrub typhus is an important etiological agent in acute febrile illness in the post-monsoon season in tropical countries. It leads to dreaded complications if left untreated. Acute kidney injury is one such complication. Malaria, syphilis, and HIV have been associated with secondary nephrotic syndrome in pediatric age group. Scrub typhus has been reported only once with nephrotic syndrome. We report a case of scrub typhus-associated nephrotic syndrome with acute kidney injury in a five-year-old female with uneventful outcome
Ecopathogenic complexes of American trypanosomiasis in endemic areas of Venezuela
Authors: Lozano-Arias Daisy , García-Alzate Roberto , Tineo Evelyn , Viettri Mercedes , Mendoza-León Alexis , Aguilar Cruz M. , Morocoima Antonio , Ferrer Elizabeth , Herrera Leidi
Published: November 2021

Background & objectives: Trypanosoma cruzi, the causative agent of American trypanosomiasis, has been reported in 180 mammalian species and 154 triatomines species of Neotropic. This is a clonal parasite with variable biological behaviour, associated with the genetics of the parasite and its hosts. To know the eco-pathogenic complex of this zoonosis, it was proposed to characterize T. cruzi isolates obtained from triatomines and domestic, peridomestic and wild mammals of the eastern and central-western regions of Venezuela.

Methods: The positivity to T. cruzi was established and the isolates were genetically characterized by PCR amplification of the mini-exon gene, the DNA coding for 24Sa and 18S rRNA, and polymorphic sequences-RFLPs. The sampling sites were georeferenced using the MapSource Software and ArcGis 9.3 programs to generate distribution maps of the isolates.

Results: Of the 460 hosts (205 triatomines and 255 mammals), 49% were positive for the parasite. On the other hand, 38 isolates obtained from the triatomines and 23 isolates obtained from mammals were evaluated. The TcI genotype predominated in most of the isolates; however, in those obtained from triatomines the presence of the TcIII genotype in single infections and TcI + TcIII or TcI + TcIV in mixed infections was also evidenced.

Interpretation & conclusion: There is a possibility that the triatomines act as biological syringes for these genotypes associated exclusively to them. The heterogeneity in T. cruzi isolates demonstrated the complexity of parasitosis in these regions, presenting its control and prevention as a challenge.
Semen microbiota and cytokines of healthy and infertile men
Authors: Bukharin Oleg V , Perunova Natalya B , Ivanova Elena V , Chaynikova Irina N , Bekpergenova Anastasia V , Bondarenko Taisiya A , Kuzmin Michael D
Published: November 2021

In this study, we determined the levels of cytokine secretory inhibitors and the microbiota biofilms of semen from healthy and infertile subjects. A total of 118 clinical bacterial isolates were isolated and tested. Cytokine secretory inhibitors were determined based on the difference in cytokine content between the control and experimental samples of cell-free supernatants of isolated microorganisms. Biofilm formation was studied by determining the adhesion of microorganisms to the surface of a 96-well sterile plate and expressed as the optical density at 630 nm (OD630). Cell-free supernatants ofStaphylococcuscontained higher levels of secretory inhibitor of cytokines in conditionally healthy than in infertile patients. In contrast, in infertile men, the ability to reduce cytokine levels was more characteristic ofEnterococcusandCorynebacterium. SeminalStaphylococcus,Corynebacterium, andEnterococcusisolated from infertile subjects showed a greater ability to form biofilms than the same bacteria isolated from healthy men. Further research is needed on this topic, since it is necessary to determine the relationships between decreased secretory inhibitors of cytokines, production of biofilms by bacteria in semen, and infertility. It is likely that the ability of microorganisms to change the concentration of cytokines and increase the level of biofilm formation in semen may be associated with minimal impairments of fertilizing ability, which are not detected using other methods.
Surgical Excision of Peripheral Osteoma of the Inferior Border of the Mandible by Extraoral Approach
Authors: Agarwal Sanyam , Bhansali Sonal Priya , Talreja Girish , Tiwari Archit
Published: November 2021

Rationale:

Osteoma is a benign osteogenic lesion with a slow growth, characterized by the proliferation of either cancellous or compact bone. Peripheral osteoma which is known to arise from the periosteum is a rare entity in the mandible. This case report emphasizes on the extraoral approach used for surgical excision of peripheral osteoma of the mandible.

Patient Concerns:

This article presents three cases of peripheral osteoma in females who presented with extraoral swelling near the inferior border of the mandible. The swelling was noticed incidentally and had mild or no pain.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis was made after correlating clinical and radiographical findings and confirmed by histopathology.

Treatment:

Extraoral submandibular incision was used for the excision of peripheral osteoma in all the cases.

Outcomes:

Patients were followed up for 3 months without any signs of recurrence.

Take-away Lessons:

Every case is unique, and it is wise to take uncommon surgical approach keeping in view the patient's benefit at large.
How Will the End of Bear Bile Farming in Vietnam Influence Consumer Choice?
Authors: Davis Elizabeth O. , Veríssimo Diogo , Crudge Brian , Sam Son H. , Cao Dung T. , Ho Po V. , Dang Nhung T.H. , Nguyen Tu D. , Nguyen Hien N. , Cao Trung T. , Glikman Jenny A.
Published: November 2021

The Vietnamese Government committed to closing all bear farms in the country by 2022. Some researchers have expressed concerns that ending the commercial farming of bears, while demand for bear bile persists, could lead to increased hunting pressure on wild bear populations. In this article, we used mixed methods of questionnaires, Discrete Choice Experiments (DCEs), and interviews to investigate current consumer demand for bear bile in Vietnam, with a specific aim of understanding the potential for consumers to seek out wild bear bile. We sampled at seven areas across the country of Vietnam (total respondents = 2,463). We found low use of farmed and wild bear bile. Despite widespread belief in farmed and wild bear bile's efficacy, we found that individuals were apathetic about continuing to use bear bile. Coupled with a strong preference for using synthetic bear bile over wild and farmed bear bile found in the DCEs, we posit that bear bile consumers in Vietnam will be willing to use non animal-based products, including bear bile plant and Western medicine, to treat future ailments.
Gene therapy for retinitis pigmentosa
Authors: Piri Niloofar , Grodsky Jacob D. , Kaplan Henry J.
Published: November 2021

Rhodopsin-mediated autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is the most common cause of RP in North America. There is no proven cure for the disease, and multiple approaches are being studied. Gene therapy is an evolving field in medicine and ophthalmology. In this review, we will go over the basic concept of gene therapy and the different types of gene therapy that are currently being studied to treat this disease.
On unavoidable families of meromorphic functions
Authors: Meyrath Thierry
Published: November 2021

We prove several results on unavoidable families of meromorphic functions. For instance, we give new examples of families of cardinality 3 that are unavoidable with respect to the set of meromorphic functions on
$\mathbb C$
. We further obtain families consisting of less than three functions that are unavoidable with respect to certain subsets of meromorphic functions. In the other direction, we show that for every meromorphic function f, there exists an entire function that avoids f on
$\mathbb C$
.
Environmental Performance Improvements and External Stakeholder Pressures in Companies with Certified Environmental Management System
Authors: Daddi Tiberio , Tessitore Sara , Testa Francesco , Iraldo Fabio
Published: November 2021

The relationship between environmental performance and Environmental Management Systems has been widely investigated by international researches. Despite this, our paper adds new perspectives to the current literature framework. First, it is focused on companies with an Environmental Management System registered according to EMAS Regulation, while many previous studies considered also ISO14001 certified companies. Second, to achieve the objectives of this paper, a wide sample of Italian companies was considered, and the results of a questionnaire survey filled out by 143 organizations are reported. In addition, this study points out the relationship between environmental performance and stakeholder pressures which have not been thoroughly investigated in previous papers. The results show that EMAS positively influences performance on some environmental aspects such as water consumption and emissions into the atmosphere, while this positive influence is not confirmed for other aspects. The Public Authorities represent the stakeholder identified by the survey as the main external pressure to improve environmental performance.
Istraživanje mogućih scenarija energetske budućnosti Republike Srbije uz pomoć backcasting methodology i softvera Energovizija MB
Authors:   Akademija inženjerskih nauka Srbije, Babić Milun
Published: November 2021

The author of this paper, using modern backcasting methodology, which is intended for development planning, created original EnergovisionMB software, which can help investigate possible development scenarios in the energy sector and sustainable development, and tested it on several examples of good practice. With the help of this software, the author has created three possible scenarios for the energy future of the Republic of Serbia, depending on the quality and mass implementation of the energy efficiency program. The obtained results show that if the competent institutions of the Republic of Serbia do not start seriously implementing the existing development tools in all sectors of economy and society, it will face with energy and environmental collapse in 50-60 years.
Najveći izazovi energetske tranzicije u Srbiji: u srednjem i dugom roku
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, Đukić Petar , Đukanović Slaviša
Published: November 2021

Serious structural changes in energy sector are expected in the next period. System long-term and fundamental changes we could simply call energy transition. There are two basic reasons for that: the first is caused by global flows influenced by climate changes and strategies, which are more complicated and very demanding; the second reason is situation in the energy sector and economic system in Serbia, especially in the environmental area and natural resources management. The losses and pollution costs, caused by energy sector, make Serbian energy one of the most neglected and the least promising in the region of south-eastern Europe. Serious structural changes in energy sectorare in big delay. Nowadays Serbia wastes the energy, in comparison, not only with more developed countries (OECD and EU) but with comparabl ecountries in the region. Every day Serbian economy and society emit more and more pollutants in environment, and the whole economic system suffers by losses of the energy. Populism as chronic problem of economic and energy policies is the logical consequence of incompetent political party’s management and weak economizing with energy potentials. System depoliticization, technology modernization and strategic greening of the whole energy system of Serbia are expected in the future. Sustainability of the processes in energy is long-term task that start swith gradual and difficult economic steps. More expensive, clearer and socially available energy is something that considers higher income and better life quality, but requires new energy culture of citizens, economy structure and state system.
Uticaj armirano betonskog stuba na raspodelu magnetskog polja mešovitog voda
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Gavrilov Teodora , Kasaš-Lažetić Karolina , Haška Kristian , Prša Miroslav
Published: November 2021

In this paper, the analysis of magnetic field distribution of overhead mixed power line (20 kV/0.4 kV) supported by reinforced concrete towers, named MNL-12 is presented. The impact of ferromagnetic, conductive parts of the pylons (reinforcing bars, billets and cross arm beams) on magnetic field distribution is investigated. The numerical calculations were performed in COMSOL Multiphysics program package on simplified 2D model. The main goal of the calculations was to examine the impact of currents induced in ferromagnetic conductive parts on magnetic field produced by currents in the power system’s conductors. The calculation results are presented graphically, as the diagrams of the magnetic flux density magnitude distribution in the tower plan, normal to the system’s axe. The calculation results demonstrated that the magnetic field of induced currents decreases the magnetic field produced by the currents of overhead power system.
Private Philanthropic Cross-Border Flows and Sustainable Development in Africa
Authors:   University of Witwatersrand, Ahwireng-Obeng Asabea Shirley , Ahwireng-Obeng Frederick
Published: November 2021

The paper examines the simultaneous impact of private philanthropic cross-border funding from international foundations on the economic, social, and environmental dimensions of sustainable development in Africa. The vector error correction model (VECM) was used, and contrary to expectations drawn from past studies, funding from this source improves economic growth, advances human development, and enhances environmental quality. Causality test results also disconfirmed the assumption that interactions among the three dimensions were positive and complementary in the long term. The environment variable was found to be noncomplementary. Based on these unique results, theoretical propositions are made with an underlying mechanism of action. Practical and policy implications, limitations, and directions for future research are discussed.
Online Practicum Design (Praton) in Assisting Learning Process of Database Courses in the Information System Department, Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia
Authors: Suryadi Andri , Sufandi Unggul Utan , Nurdiana Dian
Published: November 2021

The development of technology is an inseparable part of human life. Through its development,Â  technology furthermore produces various reliable tools to assist people in many ways. The technological applications can be in the forms of Google products such asÂ  Google Classroom, Google Form, and Google meet, and also other applications such as Zoom Cloud Meeting, Microsoft TeamsÂ  intended to solve various kinds of problems including education field. These technological advancements are popularly used and are indeed very helpful in learning, but sometimes it canâ€™t be hindered that technological applications are not always in accordance with the needs. For example, the practicum learning process in the Information Systems Study Program, Faculty of Science and Technology, Open University, which has no practical application yet. This is because the existing applications are not in accordance with the learning process at the Open University. So, the solution that must be done is to develop an online practicum application (Praton) in the Information Systems Study Program, Faculty of Science and Technology of the Open University. The process of developing a practicum application also cannot be done immediately, so at least there must be an application development design first. Application development design must go through several stages using a software development model. One of the models that can be used is the waterfall model with an object-based approach or commonly referred to as UML (Unified Modeling Language). The results of this software development design are in the form of a software design document and will be sent to a programmer to establish the application. With this application design, programmers will know more about the specifications of online practicum applications that suit the needs of learning process.
Comparative study on the impact of individual and institutional ownership on firm performance: Evidence from Pakistan Stock Exchange
Authors: Ali Muhammad Sadil , Riaz Lubna , Anis Wasif
Published: November 2021

The study aims to examine the relationship between individual ownership, institutional ownership and firm performance. Further it comparatively analyses the impact of both institutional and individual ownership on firm performance. For this purpose, data have been collected from 64 firms listed on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) for the period of 10 years (2011 - 2020). Random effects model has been employed to test the research hypotheses. This study compares the effect of individual and institutional ownership on firm performance. Result of the study shows that both institutional and individual ownership significantly affect firm performance. However, the degree of the effect is different for both individual and institutional investors. The institutional ownership influences the firm performance twice than the individual investors influence the performance. The results also reveal that the firm performance is positively associated with the firm size while negatively related with the financial leverage. Findings of the study are important for shareholders, managers, academicians and decision makers. They can use information to frame investors’ friendly policies and guide shareholders in taking right financial decisions.
Evaluation of Trace Elements in Thyroid Adenomas Using Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescent Analysis
Authors:   Radionuclide Diagnostics Department, Principal Investigator, Medical Radiological Research Centre, Obninsk, Russia, Zaichick Vladimir
Published: November 2021

Thyroid adenomas (TA) are benign tumors, but there is a 20% possibility of malignant transformation. The distinguishing between the TA and thyroid cancer (TC) is tricky, therefore new TA biomarkers are needed. Furthermore, the role of trace elements (TE) in etiology and pathogenesis of TA is unclear. The aim of this exploratory study was to examine the content of bromine (Br), cooper (Cu), iron (Fe), rubidium (Rb), strontium (Sr), and zinc (Zn) in the normal and in adenomatous thyroid. Thyroid tissue levels of six TE were prospectively evaluated in 19 patients with TA and 105 healthy inhabitants. Measurements were performed using 109Cd radionuclide-induced energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescent analysis Tissue samples were divided into two portions. One was used for morphological study while the other was intended for TE analysis. It was found that contents of Br and Cu were significantly higher (25.8 and 4.16 times, respectively) and content of Sr were significantly lower (39%) in adenomatous thyroid in comparison with normal level. There are considerable changes in TE contents in the adenomatous thyroid.
Antibiotics prescription in the elderly across different clinical areas; A real-life clinical audit
Authors: Madi Khaled , Luk Joyce , Sutton Seline , Elkammash Amr , Loganathan Sathyabama
Published: November 2021

Ageing of the population represents a great challenge to the national health system (NHS) in the UK. Patients in this age group have multiple comorbidities and use polypharmacy. They also have alterations in the absorption, metabolism and excretion of drugs. These factors make them susceptible to developing side effects and drug interactions on using antibiotics.Our team audited the safety of antibiotic prescription in elderly patients (above 85 years of age) in regards to the selection of the appropriate antibiotics, and the documentation of the indication and duration of them. We also compared the prescription process during working hours and out of hours. We recruited 20 patients from each of the three departments involved in their care: The Old people admission unit (OPAU), the geriatric wards and other hospital wards. Our minimum compliance rate was 95% in each of the studied parameters. We spotted a significant compromise in the antibiotic prescription on non-geriatric wards and out of hours. This goes with the concerns raised by other studies. We recommend continuous education and the setting up of campaigns to increase the awareness of the medical staff on this aspect.
An Umbrella Review Article on A Correlation of Osborn Waves with Hypothermia Induced Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction
Authors: Singha Rajnandini , Siangshai Amazing Grace
Published: November 2021

The purpose of this review article is an overall finding from published studies on hypothermic causes of the Osborn waves induced lv
systolic dysfunction and related topics are discussed. A systematic literature search was performed in the PubMed and Embase
databases and collected 100 articles, out of which 28 were removed after peer review. We found 100 articles, out of which a total of
72 cases were considered. When analyzing only cases with more than one reported ECG, there was a strong inverse correlation
between J wave, body temperature and left ventricular dysfunction. Electrocardiographic manifestations of hypothermia may assist
in timely diagnosis and management of hypothermic patients. Even though prominent J-waves are the hallmark of hypothermic
patient’s ECG, they are not pathognomonic, as they have been associated with other inherited or acquired conditions, many of which are highly arrhythmogenic.
A Review: In – Silico Approaches in Predictive Toxicology
Authors: Mendhi Sachin M. , Ghoti Manoj S. , Thool Mandar A. , Tekade Rinkesh M.
Published: November 2021

This article deals with the in – silico techniques for predicting the toxicity of chemical compounds. Toxicology is the branch of biology
that deals with the study of adverse effect of chemical substances on the living organisms and the practice of treating and preventing
such adverse effects. Predicting toxicity of a new drug to be produced is the first aim of preclinical trials. It is achieved by in-silico
methods. There are several in - silico technique softwares which are used for the prediction of ADME and hence toxicity of drugs. In
– silico methods involves the use of various softwares to calculate and then predict the toxicity of a compound by first determining
its structural and pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties and then it correlates this information with already existing
drugs and molecules and thus gives us conclusion. The article focuses on QSAR and its techniques, HQSAR, several other methods like
structural alerts and rule-based models, chemical category and read across model, dose and time response model, virtual ligand
screening, docking, 3D pharmacophore mapping, simulation approaches, PKPD models and several other approaches like
bioinformatics. After reviewing and studying various in silico techniques the conclusion comes out to be that, in-silico methods of
predictive toxicology are more better than in-vitro and in-vivo methods since they are much more safe (as animals are not harmed),
economic, fast and accurate w.r.to, results/output in predicting toxicity of compounds by computational methods and hence are
widely used in the production of new drug for accessing its toxicity
Nutraceutical and Therapeutic Properties of Edible Super Food: Pumpkin Seeds - A Review
Authors: S. Shanthi , N. Bhagyalakshmi , K R Manjula , Singh Kavitha G.
Published: November 2021

Pumpkin seeds, despite their small size, are loaded with enough nutrients necessary to protect the human body against various health
issues. Pumpkin seeds, also called as “Pepita” can be incorporated easily into the diet. They are good sources of minerals like
magnesium, zinc and amino acid tryptophan, which helps to promote good sleep. They also have high tocopherol content, which
makes them a rich source of antioxidants. Phytochemical screening indicated the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids,
diterpenes, saponins, and phenols. High dietary fiber content in these seeds help reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure
(hypertension), type 2 diabetes and obesity. Gas chromatographic analysis of the pumpkin seed oil (PSO) showed that the linoleic
(39.84%), oleic (38.42%), palmitic (10.68%) and stearic (8.67%) acids were the major fatty acids present in PSO. Studies revealed that
PSO can be a valuable source of edible oil due to their high poly unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) content when compared to other
vegetable oils. Besides this, bioactive compounds from the pumpkin seeds are known for their anthelmintic, antidiabetic,
antidepressant, antioxidant, anti-atherogenic, hypolipidemic, immunomodulator, antitumor, and cytoprotective properties. United
States Pharmacopoeia had included pumpkin seeds as an official medicine for parasite elimination from 1863 to 1936. Literature
studies revealed that pumpkin seeds can be used as a traditional and functional food ingredient provided further animal and clinical
investigations are carried out to establish the respective molecular mechanisms. The present paper reviews about the nutraceutical
and therapeutic applications of this super food.
Effect of Squalene in Morphometric and Cognitive Aspects in D-Galactose induced Alzheimers Disease in Male Albino Rats
Authors: Praveen Kukkarasapalli , Kuna Yellamma
Published: November 2021

Alzheimers disease is a type of dementia, even though extensive research work has been carried out since decades till now, there is
no specific therapeutic drug available for the permanent cure of the Alzheimer’s Disease. Now a days the marine bioactive compound
squalene plays a therapeutic role morphometric and cognitive aspects in D-Galactose induced alzheimers disease in male albino rats.
The morphometric aspects which refer to the quantitative analysis of a concept that encompasses size, shape and other physical
parameters is useful for assessing the impact of mutants on shape, their fossil records, developmental changes in the form between
ecological factors and as well as evaluating the quantitative genetic aspects of shape. To evaluate the spatial or place learning in
experimental rat, the most popularly known water maze test is Morris Water Maze (MWM) experiment. The most important
utilization of the Morris Water Maze includes that its high reliability across a wide range of tank configurations and testing procedures,
its cross-species utility in several chosen experimental animals such as mice and rats including humans in a virtual maze. The marine
bioactive compound Squalene plays a major impact on brain function and behaviour by enhancing the learning and memory in the AD- Model rats.
A magyar–közel-keleti tudományos-kulturális kapcsolatok egy epizódja : Germanus Gyula egyiptomi és szíriai útjainak háttere a magyar diplomáciai jelentések tükrében (1954-1960)
Authors: Udvarvölgyi Zsolt András
Published: November 2021

Írásomban Germanus Gyula (1884-1979) orientalista, író, nyelvész, irodalomtörténész, utazó, egyetemi tanár, országgyűlési képviselő (1958-1966) egyiptomi és szíriai utazásait és tevékenységét vizsgálom, a magyar külképviseletek által a Külügyminisztériumnak küldött jelentések és egyéb dokumentumok tükrében. Germanus egyiptomi és szíriai szerepléseiről, találkozóiról, a kiküldetések előkészítő munkálatairól és a professzor tevékenységének a fogadó országbeli visszhangjairól elsősorban a Magyar Nemzeti Levéltár Országos Levéltárában fellelhető iratokat ismertetem. A diplomáciai jelentések és minisztériumi levelezések jól rávilágítanak az ötvenes-hatvanas évek Magyarországának külpolitikai helyzetére, a Kádár-korszak államigazgatásának belső felépítésére, sőt az emberi kapcsolatok komplexitására és sokszínűségére is.
The Meaning of Longing for the Tradition of “Ngirup Cuko Pempek” Palembang as Friendship Communication in the Covid–19 Pandemic Era
Authors: Isnawijayani Isnawijayani , Rozalena Agustin
Published: November 2021

This research aimed to construct the meaning of longing for the tradition of ngirup cuko pempek as a friendship communication for the people of Palembang in the Covid-19 pandemic era. This longing communication research is qualitative one. The object of research, namely the behaviour of longing for tradition ngirup cuko pempek. The research subjects are Palembang residents who often travel out of town. The research data used participated observation, interview and documents analysis obtained from informants. The data analysis technique used an interactive model of Miles and Huberman. The results of the research showed, 1) Ngirup cuko is the local wisdom and eating culture of Palembang citizens; 2) The meaning on the longing philosophy on ngirup cuko pempek shows love for the traditions identity of the region, kinship and togetherness, the friendship, as well as typically Palembang culinary promotion.
Tradução do Texto “Réflexions et Eclaircissemens sur les Nouvelles Vibrations des Cordes Exposées dans les Mémoires de L’Académie de 1747 & 1748”, de Daniel Bernoulli
Authors: Abdounur Oscar João , Campos Glauco Aparecido de
Published: November 2021

Este artigo apresenta uma tradução do texto Réflexions et Eclaircissemens sur les Nouvelles Vibrations des Cordes Exposées dans les Mémoires de l’Académie de 1747 & 1748 do estudioso Daniel Bernoulli (1700–1782), publicado nas Mémoires de l’Académie Royale des Sciences et Belles-Lettres em Berlim. Este texto fora escrito em resposta às memórias De vibratione chordarum exercitatio (1748) de Leonhard Euler (1707–1783) e Recherches sur la courbe que forme une corde tendue, mise en vibration (1747), de Jean le Rond d’Alembert (1717–1783), trabalhos que também foram publicados nas Mémoires da academia mencionada. Em contrapartida ao tratamento matemático apresentado por Euler e d’Alembert, Bernoulli procura construir uma justificativa para a percepção dos sons ouvidos simultaneamente ao som principal de uma corda vibrante, por meio da sobreposição dos modos de vibração de uma corda qualquer, dando continuidade a uma acirrada disputa sobre a questão. Em tal abordagem, é fundamental ressaltar que Bernoulli mantém continuamente um sentido físico para as teorizações dos sons simultâneos por ele estabelecidos e inferências delas decorrentes.
Os impactos financeiros-orçamentários iniciais da crise da Covid-19 nos estados brasileiros e Distrito Federal
Authors: Dotto Ana Helena Caneppele , Schiavo Priscila dos Santos , Bertolini Geysler Rogis Flor , Dall’Asta Denis
Published: November 2021

Resumo
O presente estudo objetivou analisar os impactos iniciais da crise da Covid-19 nos estados brasileiros e no Distrito Federal com relação aos aspectos financeiros-orçamentários. Esta pesquisa se enquadra como quantitativa, sendo os dados levantados por meio do Sistema de Informações Contábeis e Fiscais do Setor Público Brasileiro e os indicadores foram analisados por meio de testes de Mann-Whitney e análises horizontais, com a utilização do programa SPSS 22. Constatou-se que no período inicial da crise 55,56% dos estados aumentaram o nível de endividamento; 48,15% apresentaram redução na liquidez imediata; 96,30% dos estados apresentaram reduções na arrecadação tributária e todos os entes apresentaram aumento no grau de dependência de transferências intergovernamentais. Verificou-se que a proporção dos gastos médios com as funções de governo educação, trabalho, ciência e tecnologia e encargos especiais, apresentaram redução no período de crise; já os gastos médios com investimentos, saneamento, assistência social e administração apresentaram aumento.
Palavras-chave: Crise da Covid-19; Impactos Financeiros-Orçamentários; Estados Brasileiros.
Come rendere un ospedale “formaldeide free”
Authors: Siniscalchi Laura , Moccia Giuseppina , Nigro Antonio , Della Corte Alfonso , Ferrucci Giuseppe , Frammartino Rosetta , Genovese Armando , Pironti Concetta , Charlier Bruno , Izzo Viviana , Boccia Giovanni , Turco Assunta , Borrelli Anna , De Caro Francesco , Motta Oriana
Published: November 2021

La formaldeide o aldeide formica è un gas prodotto e commercializzato sotto forma di soluzione acquosa, con il nome di “formalina” ed è utilizzata nelle strutture sanitarie per conservare cellule e tessuti asportati per finalità diagnostiche e terapeutiche. Il processo in cui un campione biologico viene trattato con formaldeide si definisce “fissazione” e consente di mantenere inalterata nel tempo la morfologia cellulare e l’architettura del tessuto, impedendone la degenerazione post-necrotica; in tal modo si può conservare il campione biologico fino al momento della diagnosi definitiva o a tempo indeterminato per diverse finalità (diagnostiche, scientifiche, medico-legali, etc.). La nuova normativa impone al datore di lavoro (nel caso specifico, l’ospedale) l’obbligo di effettuare una meticolosa valutazione dei danni connessi all’utilizzo di questa sostanza, al fine di definire se il livello di rischio sia rilevante per la salute dei lavoratori esposti. Per ridurre la possibilità di incorrere in effetti dannosi è opportuno mantenere un livello di esposizione dei lavoratori al di sotto dei valori limite di soglia stabiliti, tramite la messa in essere di misure tecniche e procedurali (art. 235 T.U. SSL). In questo lavoro si analizzano le motivazioni per le quali la formaldeide è stata considerata tossica, ovvero le acquisizioni scientifiche sugli effetti che può avere sull’organismo (in particolare il rischio cancerogeno) e quali siano gli obblighi del datore di lavoro per la salvaguardia dei lavoratori esposti, secondo quanto previsto dal decreto legislativo 81/08; si descrive, inoltre, lo studio sperimentale condotto nell’AOU San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona di Salerno, in risposta alla normativa, per stabilire il livello di esposizione dei lavoratori alla formaldeide e limitare il rischio tossico connesso; studio rivolto con particolare attenzione agli infermieri che lavorano in sala operatoria e a tutti i lavoratori dell’Anatomia Patologica. Si presentano, infine, le strategie operative possibili oltre che necessarie per adeguare l’ospedale alla nuova normativa di legge e tutelare i lavoratori dal rischio chimico derivante dalla formaldeide.