bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Metal contents of some selected vegetables grown in Bodoland territorial region of Assam, India
Authors: Boro Bimal , Basumatary Sanjay , Das Basanta K
Published: April 2023

Metals play a crucial role in the metabolic pathways during the growth of vegetable plants. The presence of heavy metals or trace metals also takes a vital role in the nutrient quality of a vegetable. The vegetables are an inevitable part of the human diet and provide essential nutrients to maintain the normal functioning of human health and growth. The application of fertilizers and pesticides facilitates the accumulation of heavy metals by the vegetables grown in the fields. Consumption of heavy metals beyond the permissible limit along with vegetables may impact human health. Moreover, the production of nutritious food and its safety is an important aspect of the measure of any nation’s economy. Considering all these points, the present work was undertaken to analyze the heavy metal contents in the six mostly produced and consumed vegetables grown in Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), a tribal-dominated region of the state Assam, India. The vegetables analyzed were fern leaves (Diplazium esculentum), jute leaves (Corchorus olitorius), green arum leaves (Colocasia esculenta), pointed gourd (Trichosanthes dioica), yard long bean (Vigna unguiculata ssp. Sesquipedalis) and spiny gourd (Momordica dioica). The metals analyzed were Cu, Fe, Ni, and Zn. The presence of heavy metals was detected in all the vegetable samples.
Formulation, Characterization and In-vitro Evaluation of Prolonged Local Drug Delivery of Antimicrobial on Bone Tissue Formation
Authors: Sharma Bandana , Soundrapandian Chidambaram , Bhutia Sonam
Published: April 2023

The present study aim to prepare and characterize prolonged local drug delivery of antimicrobial on bones tissue formation and its In-vitro evaluation. The results of drug released pattern were analysed after coating. In formulation (F1), the drug release was steep till 73%, where coating showed no such retardation effect. After 73% of drug release, F1 showed prolonged release of drug even after coating with 1% and 2% Chitosan, F2 and F3 showed prolonged better effect with 1% as compared to 2% Chitosan coating. In formulations containing one part of bioglass (F4 and F6) Showed prolonged release by 2% coating followed by 1% Chitosan coating. F5 was the exception where coating favoured dissolution. F8 and F9 showed prolonged release of drug by 1% than 2% Chitosan. In-case of In-vitro study, concentration was maintained above MIC i,e above 0.032 except in 816 hours where the drug concentration was observed below MIC (Fig No-14). F4C was found to be the best i,e 0.880 (Table No-06) for prolonged drug release over 6 weeks. FTIR study confirmed that characteristic peaks showed by Moxifloxicin (Fig No-3 & Table No-5) were 719cm-1, 1045cm-1, 1702cm-1 and 3327cm-1 which were also shown by developed formulations (725cm-1, 1051cm-1, 1703cm-1 and 3543cm-1). For In-vitro bioactivity, SEM were also performed after 24hrs (Fig No-15) and 48hrs (Fig No-16), the intensity of the HAP in 48hrs was more as compared to 24rs which confirmed that formulation is able to induced new bone cell after implantation. This result indicates that these newly prepared formulations could be a potential drug delivery system in osteomylietis condition (induces new bone cell) and can be helpful for the scientists for the particular field of study in near future.
Determination of Phytochemicals, in vitro Antioxidant and Antibacterial activity of Lavandula angustifolia Mill.
Authors: Ahmed Rather Gulzar , Nanda Anima , Raj Ezekiel , Mathivanan N. , Thiruvengadam K. , Sofi Mohmmad Ashaq , Nayak B. K.
Published: April 2023

The aim of the current study was to screen out the phytochemical constituents viz., alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, steroids, tannins, anthraquinones, phenols, carbohydrates, proteins, saponins and glycosides from the leaf extracts of Lavandula angustifolia by quantification method. Further, the evaluation of antioxidant properties was carried out by DPHH assay by using methanol extract while as antibacterial assay was done with aqueous and methanolic extracts. Phytochemical screening of L. angustifolia leaf extract exhibited the existence of alkaloids, flavonoids, steroids, tannins, anthraquinones, phenols, carbohydrates, proteins and glycosides. The protein, lipid, flavonoid, carbohydrate, phenolic and tannin content was estimated in methanolic extract and it was found proteins, lipids and flavonoids were present in highest concentration followed by carbohydrates, phenols and tannins. In the DPHH radical scavenging assay, the methanolic leaf extracts of the L. angustifolia scavenged 63.51±1.43% of DPHH radicals at the concentration of 250µg/ml. The result was compared with the ascorbic acid as standard molecule as it showed 95.57±1.12 of DPHH radical scavenging activity at 80 µg/ml. The present investigation showed the L. angustifolia extracts possess the significant quantities of phytochemical constituent and also exhibited good antioxidant as well as antibacterial activity. The results demonstrated that the antioxidant capacity exhibited in the methanolic leaf extracts of L. angustifolia would be due to the presence of phenolic components and our outcomes validated its use in traditional medicine.
Depression and Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis- A Study in Southern India
Authors: James Emily , Sundaram Suseem , Renjitham Renjitham
Published: April 2023

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the patient experiences pain, joint immobility which in some instance can also lead to disability, and thus difficulty in carrying out various activities of daily living. It is a natural consequence that patients may experience varying degrees of depressive symptoms and fatigue. Aim and Objectives: In our study, it is our objective to find out the prevalence of depression, its severity and its correlation with disease activity, pain and inflammatory markers like ESR. We also attempted to quantify the fatigue using the MAF scale by calculating the GFI (Global Fatigue Index) and its prevalence in remission vs non remission patients. Study design: The study is a cross-sectional observational study of consecutive patients with a diagnosis of RA as per EULAR 2020 criteria. The patients were interviewed using standard questionnaires MAF (multidimensional assessment of fatigue questionnaire) and PHQ9 (Patient Health Questionnaire 9). Tools used in the study: Fatigue was measured by using MAF (Multidimensional Assessment of Fatigue). Depression is measured using the PHQ9 questionnaire. Results: The population studied was found to have a prevalence of 33.5% depression. The patients’ mean age was 52.4510.53 years and disease duration 8.026.22 years. Their mean DAS28 was 2.961.1. The mean PHQ-9 score was 3.993.5., mild (26%), moderate (5.5%), moderately severe (1.5%) and severe (0.5%) degrees. Correlation of PHQ9 scores with DAS, VAS and ESR was done to see if there is a relation of depression to any of the clinical outcomes. It was found that depression had a positive correlation with disease activity score DAS 28 (coefficient of correlation 0.167, p = 0.018), VAS pain scores (coefficient = 0.361, p < 0.001) as well as ESR (coefficient = 0.217, and p = 0.002).
Fatigue was evaluated using the MAF which gave the Global Fatigue Index (GFI). The mean MAF score was 8.623.33. 78% of patients had fatigue in the level (0-10), 20.5% in the (10-20) level and 1.5% in the (20-30) level. Statistical test for comparison between groups using t test was found to be significant with p value 0.034.
Conclusion: Our study on both depression and fatigue once again emphasises the need for rheumatologists especially in the Indian scenario to address them in their routine clinical practice. There should be regular screening for these conditions during the patient visits similar to other risk factors screening in RA.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS USED BY BULGARIAN GENERAL PRACTITIONERS DURING THE MEDICAL CONSULTATION
Authors:   Department of General Medicine, Faculty of Public Health, Medical University-Pleven, Bulgaria., Valentinova Tsvetelina
Published: April 2023

Background: The concept of doctor-patient communication develops from the idea that its main function is to gather information to the idea that it is an interpersonal relationship and interaction. Aim:To evaluate and analyze the opinion of general practitioners on the application of basic communication skills in medical practice in the therapeutic process and in the process of health education of the patient. Material/Methods: An empirical sociological representative survey was conducted among 190 randomly selected family physicians from two regions of the country. Results: Half of the GPs try to motivate patients, and significant differences were found regarding their sex, age and work experience (p=0.004). For chronically ill patients, 96% GPs discuss and offer advice related to healthy life style, daily activities (toilet, nutrition, mobility) or social activities. The doctors often give advice on nutrition (77%) and physical activity (71%). The majority of GPs (90%) report that they can motivate their patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle if there is even a small interest to do it. However, general practitioners still make insufficient use of active listening techniques, maintain poor eye contact during the interview, and perform other activities during the patient's hearing. In addition, physicians rarely involved the patientin discussions for therapy anddecision making. Conclusion: Surveyed physicians report to a significant extent that they are committed to the health education of their patients in the form of advice on a healthy life style. They manage to deal with many of the difficult communication situations in general practice.
Topometric Preparation and Contouring in Radiotherapy Planning Patients after Breast Reconstruction with Syntetic Materials
Authors: Timoshkina E. V. , Trofimova O P. , Glebovskaya V. V. , Chernich M. V. , Krylova T. A.
Published: April 2023

Purpose: Set out and substantiate basing on contemporery data and personal experience the key features and nuances of topometric preparation and contouring of the irradiated volumes when planning external beam radiation therapy in breast cancer patients after immediate reconstruction with usage of synthetic materials.

Materials and methods: In terms of this article are outlined the main provisions regarding topometric preparation, the need of expander deflation, the determination of irradiated volumes, and the effects of the metal port of the expander on the dose distribution.

Results: Evidence-based recommendations on the implementation of such stages of the technological chain of external beam radiation therapy, as topometric preparation and contouring of irradiated volumes in patients with breast cancer after immediate reconstruction with synthetic materials, are briefly presented.
Diagnosis of Osteoporosis on Serial X-ray Machines
Authors: Rudnev N. , Turinge A. , Nedorezov V. , Fedin A. , Grishkin Y.
Published: April 2023

A method for determining bone density based on a single exposure on a serial X-ray machine and subsequent calibration by a stepped aluminum wedge has been developed. The experimental setup is described, the results of measurement on the phantom are presented. During calibration, an effective subtraction of soft tissues was carried out. The results of comparison of experimental data with GEANT-4 simulation are presented. Estimates of the effect of uneven illumination, coordinate resolution and scattered background on the quality of the image are made. The conclusion is made about the competitiveness of the developed technique in comparison with traditional two-beam diagnostics.
Glossary of Terms and Concepts in Medical Radiation Physics. Terminology Used in Treatment Planning of External Radiation Therapy
Authors: Vatnitsky S. M.
Published: April 2023

Medical radiation physics supports medical diagnostic and treatment process based on the use of ionizing radiation in radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, radiation diagnostics and radiation safety of patients and personnel. However, the successful implementation of this process requires close interaction of specialists in all the above areas. The basis of such interaction is the unification of the terminology and concepts used at various stages of the diagnostic and treatment process. The article presents a glossary on treatment planning of external radiation therapy which contains the most commonly used terms in this field and explanations for each of them. The glossary is intended for use both in professional education, including postgraduate education, and for medical physicists and radiation oncologists working in radiological medical organization
Incidencia de la evasión fiscal en las políticas públicas de combate a la pobreza
Authors: Grajeda Grajeda Rebeca Patricia , Huerta Urquijo Beatriz Elena , López Olivarría Juan Antonio
Published: April 2023

En este artículo se aborda el tema de la evasión fiscal como factor que impacta en la eficiencia recaudatoria del Estado y las consecuencias que este fenómeno presenta sobre el erario público, al limitar los recursos que podrían destinarse al impulso de políticas públicas y programas sociales que mejoren la equidad social y disminuyan la desigualdad en los ingresos.

Mediante un acercamiento a investigaciones que revelan los índices de pobreza en países de América Latina, se identifica a la evasión fiscal como uno de los factores que propician el bajo efecto del papel redistributivo del Estado, aunado a una baja presión tributaria con características regresivas y orientación inadecuada del gasto público.

A través de un análisis teórico basado en información documental, se plantean las metodologías aplicadas en la cuantificación de este fenómeno que permite a los gobiernos contar con parámetros y evaluar la eficiencia al recaudar, para de esta forma, planear la fiscalización y llevar a cabo la modificación a la legislación tributaria, buscando siempre la equidad en el pago de los impuestos.
El aviturismo en Arizona y Nuevo México, como referente para su implementación en Sonora, (2010-2019)
Authors: Figueroa Egurrola Diana , Ramírez Rodríguez Roberto
Published: April 2023

La presente investigación realiza un análisis de aspectos que permitan medir el impacto del aviturismo en la región de Sonora, Arizona y Nuevo México, mediante las experiencias de quienes realizan la práctica de observación de aves y quienes ofrecen servicios de aviturismo en dichos estados. Se diseñó una metodología con la cual se logró conocer el panorama general de la región, la identificación de acciones de integración a través de la observación de aves en Sonora, Arizona y Nuevo México y se pudieron detectar las áreas de oportunidad del estado sonorense, particularmente en el municipio de Álamos y localidades aledañas, para el desarrollo de esta práctica a través del modelo de aviturismo estadounidense.
Ciclos económicos de largo plazo y crisis de la Hiperglobalización
Authors: Erquizio Espinal Alfredo , Ramírez Rodríguez Roberto Ramírez Rodríguez
Published: April 2023

La economía mundial está en la fase descendente de su quinto ciclo Kondratieff (K5) marcada por las recesiones globales denominadas Gran recesión 2009 y Gran contracción 2020. Lo que está en cuestión es cuando concluirá dicha fase y se iniciará la fase ascendente de un sexto ciclo Kondrateff (K6). Así mismo la Hiperglobalización iniciada a mediados de los noventa, ha entrado en crisis en un arco temporal que coincide con la cronología de la fase ascendente del K5 (1992-2008) y en el debate actual respecto a la salida de la crisis de la Hiperglobalización se aventuran escenarios de reglobalización, slow globalization y desglobalización. Puesto que la referida Hiperglobalización fue un proceso que acompaño la fase ascendente del K5, la resolución de su crisis marcará el fin de la fase descendente de dicho ciclo y el inicio de la fase ascendente del K6. Aquí se sintetiza y discute la reciente bibliografía al respecto, para contribuir a la reflexión acerca de las nuevas coordenadas para entender la reconfiguración actual y futura del mundo y los procesos de integración económica.
Ciclos económicos e indicadores del mercado de trabajo en la Frontera Norte de México
Authors: Ramírez Rodríguez Roberto , Erquizio Espinal Alfredo
Published: April 2023

El objetivo que nos hemos trazado en este artículo, es realizar una medición de los ciclos económicos clásicos en los estados de la frontera norte de México, a través de una medición trimestral que cubre  de 1980-1 a 2020-4. Inspirados en la tradición de la medición de los ciclos clásicos de Burns y Mitchel (1946), así como en las aportaciones más recientes  de Sherman (1991), se identifican las distintas fases económicas del ciclo económico de variables del mercado de trabajo, en particular de la masa salarial de los trabajadores del IMSS y de la población inactiva disponible para trabajar, contrastándola con el PIB estatal de los estados fronterizos con frecuencia trimestral. Entre los hallazgos más destacables se da cuenta del comportamiento contracíclico de los trabajadores desalentados o desilusionados, para algunos estados fronterizos y para algunos eventos contractivos. De igual forma, se constata un comportamiento contracíclico de la evolución de la masa salarial en el contexto de la contracción económica de 2019-2020.
China, ¿aliado o adversario? Un análisis de los impactos económicos del gigante asiático en Latinoamérica durante el periodo 1990-2014
Authors: Aviles Quintanar Diego Alberto , Huerta Dueñas Michaelene , Mancillas Álvarez Irasema Lilian , Gómez Bañuelos Dennise
Published: April 2023

El tamaño del mercado chino, así como la rapidez de su crecimiento, su apertura al exterior y su desempeño comercial, se han sentido en Latinoamérica de distintas maneras. China y su dinamismo con la economía internacional, han tenido impactos diferentes en la región de América Latina. En el artículo se encontrará reflexiones sobre China y su expansión global en la economía, y la interrogante ante si esa nación ha sido un aliado o un adversario. Ambas posturas o comportamientos, se definen, para los países de América Latina, dependiendo del país analizado.
Freedom of speech and expression in media Islamic thought
Authors: عبدالقادر الشيخ أ.د.أيمن محمد
Published: April 2023

The researcher tackles the freedom of speech and expression in the light of media Islamicthought,the researcher proceeded the importance of the research and the reasons behind choosing it. In addition to the urgent need for intellectuals working in the field to authenticate the discipline and its positive impact on the reality of Muslims in the world, the researcher also considered it as a new additional aspect for human library.

The research problem is embedded in a fundamental question: How does the Islamic media thought views the freedom of speech, and how can a future vision be built to promote it? As the research aims to recognize what is the Islamic media thought! And its principles. The research highlighted some legislations ruling it and its relation to the freedom of speech as well as building future view on promoting Islamic media thought and its effect on freedom of speech.

The research based on descriptive method that describes, explains and analyze concepts, the researcher also has used the tool of observation.

The most important findings are that Islamic heritage is rich with freedom of speech and expression, media discourse should be authenticated to address crises and dilemmas that humanity face. The psychological and educational preparation of the media contributes positively to the professional and functional application of the exercises of freedom of speech.
Síndrome de Edificios Enfermo en la Facultad de Ingeniería de la Universidad Católica de Cuenca
Authors: Jadán Mendez Daniel M. , Torres Quezada Jefferson
Published: April 2023

El síndrome del edificio enfermo se refiere a un conjunto de síntomas que se presentan en las personas que pasan largas horas en edificios con problemas ambientales, como ventilación deficiente, humedad, iluminación inadecuada y otros factores similares, el presente, lo que puede generar impactos negativos en la salud y el rendimiento de los estudiantes, profesores y personal administrativo que trabajan o estudian en el edificio; para lo cual, se realizó un estudio de tipo cuantitativo de carácter no experimental y de tipo descriptivo, por medio de herramientas diseñadas para la medición de elementos como material particulado (PM), temperatura, sonido e iluminació. Como principales resultados se puede apreciar la presencia de diversos factores de riesgos que pueden afectar a estudiantes o trabajadores que se encuentran dentro del edificio y se destaca la importancia de considerar el confort ambiental en el diseño y la gestión de edificios universitarios para garantizar un ambiente saludable y confortable para los estudiantes y el personal.
Severe affection of the obturator nerve in a young patient after tension free vaginal sling placement: Case report of a rare complication and review of the literature
Authors: Joser Vera , Gabriel Boris
Published: April 2023

Introduction: Stress urinary incontinence affects up to 50% of women at some point in their lives. Tension-free vaginal mid-urethral sling procedure should be offered as a primary surgical treatment option to women with stress urinary incontinence.

Case Report: We report on the case of a 47-year-old patient presenting with heavy buttock and thigh pain, a severe walking disability necessitating the use of a walker after implantation of a retropubic sub-urethral sling (TVT-SERASIS) for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in an external hospital. During the surgery in our hospital, it was revealed that the sling was placed incorrectly, charging the bladder wall as well as the left obturator nerve. We describe the diagnosis and operative management of this rare, but serious complication.

Conclusion: Our case provides supporting evidence for the limited value of imaging tools and the need of a surgical exploration under certain circumstances. In addition, we emphasize that removal of a sub-urethral sling should be performed under laparoscopic visualization when serious adverse events occur. Sub-urethral sling placement should be executed by experienced, dedicated pelvic floor surgeons.
Hard – soft bioengineering para la integración paisajística de taludes de carreteras en Galicia (Spain)
Authors: Guervos Adolfo Cano
Published: April 2023

La integración paisajística de taludes de carreteras y la lucha contra la erosión imponen de soluciones técnicas rápidas, pero que pueden ser poco eficaces a largo plazo. La eficacia del tratamiento puede mejorar aplicando técnicas de Bioingeniería, con criterios científicos. Un criterio valido es la selección de especies vegetales adecuadas al sustrato, microclima y a la técnica de ingeniería aplicada.

Mediante observaciones de campo, fotografías y foto aérea se estudió el estado de ecológico de mas de 80 taludes en carreteras de Pontevedra, especialmente en las Nacionales, autovía (A52), autopista (A9) y la Vía Rápida del Salnés. En algunos casos se observó exceso de biomasa vegetal, incluso arbolado muy desarrollado. Otros taludes muestran dificultades para el establecimiento de vegetación protectora, falta de biomasa vegetal y signos de erosión del sustrato.

Los resultados sugieren la conveniencia de combinar  técnicas. Junto con las técnicas “duras” (“Hard-engineering”), como muros escollera, mallas metálicas, y “mixtas”, como geotextiles, etc, se pueden utilizar técnicas de bioingeniería, “blandas” (“Soft-bioengineering”), como por ejemplo, la selección multicriterio de especies vegetales. Este nuevo enfoque (Gray, H.; Sotir, R.B. 1996), puede proporcionar una mejor integración paisajística y reducir costes de mantenimiento a largo plazo.

Se propone una listado de especies autóctonas, seleccionadas por su aptitud para la revegetación de distintos tipos de sustrato. Las semillas autóctonas certificadas deben sustituir a las variedades ornamentales importadas, de difícil adaptación al terreno, e impiden la naturalización de especies y variedades vegetales invasoras. Las leguminosas arbustivas, frugales y protectoras del terreno, suponen un tercio de las especies propuestas.
Integración curricular de habilidades investigativas en enfermería: análisis de una universidad privada chilena
Authors: Aranguiz Bravo Claudio
Published: April 2023

Introducción: Las universidades además de transferir conocimiento, lo generan; para lo cual deben formar estudiantes capaces de aprender de manera autónoma para aportar a la sociedad. De la producción científica de América Latina en la línea de salud, Chile produce menos del 7% del total. La formación científica permitirá que la ciudadanía encuentre solución a las problemáticas contemporáneas. Objetivo: Analizar el desarrollo de habilidades investigativas en el currículo de la carrera de Enfermería de una universidad privada. Metodología: Estudio de caso intrínseco evaluativo. Resultados: Los 28 programas de asignatura disciplinar analizados tienen, en los ocho primeros semestres de la carrera, 216 tributaciones a habilidades investigativas, tributaciones identificadas en: resultados de aprendizajes, metodologías evaluativas, actividades en aula, taller y trabajo personal. Del total de tributaciones, un 72% son tributadas en el 7tmo y 8vo semestre, año donde se diseña y ejecuta la tesis de pregrado. Conclusiones: La malla curricular analizada, tributa metodológicamente, en sus 10 semestres, a todas las habilidades investigativas, no obstante, no hay un desarrollo progresivo y continuo previo a la asignatura de metodología de la investigación impartida en el séptimo semestre.
THE POTENTIAL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF «BLACK TOURISM»: ARE THERE ANY PROSPECTS? (FROM THE MATERIAL OF SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES AND ELECTRONIC MEDIA)
Authors: Абдель В.Э.А.
Published: April 2023

В статье рассматриваются преимущества продвижения «черного туризма» в России. Развитие «черного туризма» связано с тем, что сегодня данный вид туристической деятельности вызывает любопытство среди туристов - посещать места, имеющие исторические, мистические значения и связанные с массовой гибелью людей, трагедиями и катастрофами. В англоязычной науке данное направление называется «darktourism». На современном этапе эта тема находится на стадии разработки и требует дальнейшего исследования. СМИ также активно развивают ее на своих страницах. Актуальность данного исследования состоит в том, что сегодня научные публикации и СМИ играют одну из важных ролей в развитии туризма. Особенно это значимо для развития внутреннего туристического рынка России в плане популяризации патриотизма, например, через призму организации туров с посещением мест боевых действий в годы Великой Отечественной войны. Исследование основывалось на применении различных методов: метода отбора и анализа информации, а также описательного метода. Эмпирическую базу исследования составили научные статьи и публикации российских интернет-СМИ на заявленную тематику. Новизна исследования состоит в том, чтобы раскрыть потенциал СМИ в продвижении и развитии различных видов туризма. Ключевые слова: туризм, «черный туризм», Россия, международные санкции, СМИ

The article discusses the benefits of promoting "Black tourism" in Russia. The development of "Black tourism" is due to the fact that today this type of tourist activity arouses curiosity among tourists to visit places with historical, mystical significance and associated with mass deaths, tragedies and disasters. In English-speaking science this trend is called "dark tourism". At the present stage, this topic is under development and requires further research. The media is also actively developing this topic on its pages. The relevance of this study is that today scientific publications and the media play an important role in the development of tourism. It is especially significant for the development of domestic tourism market in Russia, in terms of promoting patriotism, for example, through the prism of organizing tours with visits to the places of military operations during the Great Patriotic War. The study was based on the application of various methods: the method of selection and analysis of information, as well as the descriptive method. The empirical basis of the study consisted of scientific articles and publications of Russian Internet media on the stated topic. The novelty of the research is to reveal the potential of the media in the promotion and development of various types of tourism
PHYSICAL-MECHANICAL WOOD PROPERTIES FROM INVASIVE EXOTIC SPECIES OF ATLANTIC FOREST
Authors: Xavier Carolina Nogueira , Ferreira Raphaelly De Oliveira , Silva Pedro Henrique De Paula , Silva José Reinaldo Moreira da , Vanini Andrea , Carvalho Alexandre Monteiro de
Published: April 2023

Invasive exotic tree species cause several problems to the world biota. Removing these trees is important for restoring ecosystem balance. However, after the removal, there is a concern regarding the proper destination of the generated materials. The lack of knowledge about the wood characteristics makes it difficult to recommend for the most appropriate uses, which leads to a low added value of the product. The aim of the study was to assess the physical and mechanical wood properties and indicate the alternatives for using wood from exotic invasive species at the Fiocruz Mata Atlântica Biological Station, Rio de Janeiro - RJ. The three species studied were Artocarpus heterophyllus Lamarck (Jackfruit), Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels (Java plum) and Clitoria fairchildiana R.A. Howard (Sombreiro). The physical and mechanical wood properties were determined in three distinct regions, denominated central, intermediate and external, ranging from pith-bark direction. The wood of Artocarpus heterophyllus had low basic density, retractions were lower in the central region, and the intermediate region had the highest mechanical resistance. The Syzygium cumini wood had medium density, the mechanical properties increased in the pith-bark direction, and the radial and volumetric retractions were lower in the central region. Clitoria fairchildiana wood had medium density and had the lowest mechanical resistance from the species evaluated. The three species have appropriate physical properties for the furniture sector, and the Syzygium cumini wood presented adequate mechanical resistance for civil construction.
GEOSPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF FOREST SPECIES IN THE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF RECIFE, PERNAMBUCO, BRAZIL
Authors: Almeida Débora De Melo , Freire Fernando José , Da Silva Marcos Vinícius , Barbosa Uilian Do Nascimento , Cavalcante Douglas Monteiro , Silva Emanuel Araújo
Published: April 2023

The adoption of appropriate strategies for the conservation and management of forest ecosystems associated with the Atlantic Forest depends on understanding the pattern of spatial distribution of forest species, mainly in protected areas. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the geospatial distribution of forest species in a fragment of Atlantic Forest (Lowland Dense Ombrophilous Forest) in the Botanical Garden of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. The phytosociological study was carried out by the plot method, with 40 plots of 10 m x 25 m, systematically distributed, where all living individuals that showed circumference at 1.3 m above the ground ≥ 15 cm were identified and georeferenced. To identify the existence of floristic similarity between the plots, the obtained data were subjected to hierarchical cluster analysis. The spatial variability of forest species was characterized using geostatistical analysis. The data were interpolated by kriging, followed by the construction of thematic maps of spatial distribution. Hierarchical cluster analysis revealed the formation of two groups of plots. The forest species Artocarpus heterophyllus, Dialium guianense, Helicostylis tomentosa, Hevea brasiliensis, Pouteria durlandii and Thyrsordium spruceanum showed spatial dependence. The use of geostatistics allowed visualizing the spatial distribution arrangements and identifying the concentration sites of these species. Information on the geospatial distribution of forest species can be used for the preservation, conservation and management of forest remnants.
Impact of Macroeconomic Factors on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Indonesia
Authors:   Padjadjaran University, Indonesia, Idawati Dyah Mahamud
Published: April 2023

This study investigated the impact of macroeconomic factors on the financial performance of commercial banks in Indonesia. By analyzing a sample of Indonesian banks over a specified period, the research examines the relationships between bank profitability and key macroeconomic variables, such as interest rates, inflation, exchange rates, and economic growth. Employing literature review methodology, the study aimed to shed light on how these macroeconomic factors influence banks' financial performance and assess the implications for risk management, regulatory policies, and strategic decision-making. The study found that the findings of various empirical studies on the impact of macroeconomic factors on the financial performance of commercial banks highlight several key macroeconomic factors that significantly influence bank profitability and other financial performance indicators. These factors include interest rates, inflation, exchange rates, economic growth, and market competition. While the specific findings and magnitudes of the impacts may vary across different countries and regions, some common patterns and trends can be observed. Interest rates have been identified as a critical determinant of bank profitability. Studies have found that higher interest rates can negatively affect bank profitability, as they increase the cost of borrowing for banks, subsequently affecting their lending activities and overall profits. The study concludes that while the specific relationships and magnitudes of these impacts may vary across different countries and regions, understanding these interactions is essential for banks, regulators, and policymakers to make informed decisions and adopt effective strategies. Thus, commercial banks in Indonesia should closely monitor and manage their exposure to macroeconomic factors, such as interest rates, inflation, exchange rates, and economic growth, to maintain and improve their financial performance. Keywords: Macroeconomic factors interest rates, inflation, exchange rates, and economic growth
Empowering EFL Learners: Teaching Theory and Practice of the Lexical Approach to Enhance the EFL Learning Experience
Authors: Tinkel Isabella
Published: April 2023

The idea and value of life-long-learning has been widely popularized and, especially among adult learners in a business context, it is of great importance to be able to acquire new skills efficiently and independently. One skill is the ability to master or improve a language – often English – in order to be able to enhance (business) success. In the area of English language learning and teaching the Lexical Approach has long been recognized as an important tool and a multitude of language teaching material is designed based upon it. This book highlights the proven usefulness of the Lexical Approach in connection with other factors crucial for language learning success, such as motivation, anxiety, age, gender and previous education. Most importantly, a comparative pre-post-test quasi-experimental study at two Universities of Applied Sciences in Austria was conducted to investigate the impact of a unique teaching program on learners’ ability to recognize and use lexical chunks, their motivation and anxiety and on possible connections to age, gender and previous education. In addition to extensive practice in working with lexical chunks, this singular teaching program featured an explicit introduction to the underlying theory of the Lexical Approach in order to give learners a better understanding and appreciation of this beneficial learning tool. Results of the study confirm the usefulness of the Lexical Approach and show that, even after a short period of time, explicit knowledge of its basic principles can support the effective recognition and usage of lexical chunks and, thereby, improve language performance. Motivation is also positively affected by the program, while anxiety declined in certain cases. Concerning age, benefits are visible in all age ranges in either the area of recognition or usage of lexical chunks. Similarly, both men and women profited from the program to a different extent, as did learners from all school types involved. These results underscore the value the Lexical Approach has long been attributed in language learning and, additionally, allow for the conclusion that extending the already wide-spread usage of exercises and activities based upon the Lexical Approach by an introduction to its theoretical underpinnings, increases the potential to support and empower adult English language learners.
Materials and Products Database Technical Reference Guide
Authors:   Fire Safety Research Institute, UL Research Institutes, Columbia, MD 21045, McKinnon Mark , Weinschenk Craig , Madrzykowski Daniel
Published: April 2023

For the past several years, the NIJ Technology Working Group’s Operational Requirements for Fire and Arson Investigation have included several scientific research needs that require improved knowledge of properties of materials that are common in the built environment, and therefore likely to be involved in a fire scene. The specific areas of research include: adequate materials data inputs for accurate computer models, understanding the effect of materials properties on the development and interpretation of fire patterns, and evaluation of incident heat flux profiles to walls and neighboring items in support of fire model validation. Each of the three aforementioned research topics rely, in part, on accurate knowledge of the physical conditions of a material prior to the fire, how the material will respond to the exposure of heat, and how it will perform once it has ignited. The project described herein has made advancements in terms of collecting experimental data and property information on a multitude of materials commonly encountered in the built environment for the purpose of making the data publicly available and easily accessible to fire investigators, fire protection engineers, and fire researchers.
Business Process Management and Process Mining Technologies: The progress of a discipline
Authors:   Department of Information Systems, Faculty of Computers and Informatics, Zagazig University, Sharkia, Zagazig, 44519, Egypt, Abdelaal Samah Ibrahim
Published: April 2023

A wide variety of approaches, strategies, and tools for designing, implementing, managing, and analyzing functional business processes have emerged from studies in business process management (BPM). It is the goal of the emerging topic of research known as process mining (PM) to improve the analysis of business process models by gleaning actionable insights from massive quantities of event logs. The purpose of this study is to research business process management and process mining by surveying the state-of-the-art methods and tools in each area and highlighting the most recent developments. This study concludes with a discussion of BPM and PM, in which PM acts as a bridge between BPM and data science to enhance business processes (BPs).
Accurate Recognition of Natural language Using Machine Learning and Feature Fusion Processing
Authors:   Al-Turath University College, Baghdad, 10021, Iraq, Salman Hayder Mahmood ,   Department of Medical device technology Engineering, Al-Rafidain University College, Baghdad 10064, Iraq,   Department of Medical device technology Engineering, Alfarahidi University, Baghdad, Iraq,   Department of computer engineering techniques, Mazaya University College, Thi Qar, Iraq,   Law Department, Al-Mustaqbal University College, 51001 Hilla, Babylon, Iraq, Al-Doori Vian S. Al , sharif Hayder , Hameed4 Wasfi , Bader Rusul S.
Published: April 2023

To enhance the performance of Chinese language pronunciation evaluation and speech recognition systems, researchers are focusing on developing intelligent techniques for multilevel fusion processing of data, features, and decisions using deep learning-based computer-aided systems. With a combination of score level, rank level, and hybrid level fusion, as well as fusion optimization and fusion score improvement, these systems can effectively combine multiple models and sensors to improve the accuracy of information fusion. Additionally, intelligent systems for information fusion, including those used in robotics and decision-making, can benefit from techniques such as multimedia data fusion and machine learning for data fusion. Furthermore, optimization algorithms and fuzzy approaches can be applied to data fusion applications in cloud environments and e-systems, while spatial data fusion can be used to enhance the quality of image and feature data In this paper, a new approach has been presented to identify the tonal language in continuous speech. This study proposes the Machine learning-assisted automatic speech recognition framework (ML-ASRF) for Chinese character and language prediction. Our focus is on extracting highly robust features and combining various speech signal sequences of deep models. The experimental results demonstrated that the machine learning neural network recognition rate is considerably higher than that of the conventional speech recognition algorithm, which performs more accurate human-computer interaction and increases the efficiency of determining Chinese language pronunciation accuracy.
Fusion Processing Techniques and Bio-inspired Algorithm for E-Communication and Knowledge Transfer
Authors:   Al-Turath University College, Baghdad, 10021, Iraq, Ahmed Omar Saad ,   Department of Computer Techniques Engineering, Al-Rafidain University College, Baghdad 10064, Iraq,   Department of Medical device technology Engineering, Alfarahidi University, Baghdad, Iraq,   Department of Business Administration, Al- Mustaqbal University College, Babylon 51001, Iraq, Fadhil Fay , Alzubaidi Laith H. Jasim , Al-Obaidi Riyadh Al
Published: April 2023

This study suggests employing a dynamic natural and bio-inspired algorithm (DNBIA) to strengthen the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital information exchanges. You may think of the suggested method as a clever approach to Fusion Processing. Fusion Processing is the practice of combining and analyzing information from many databases. The efficiency and reaction time of e-communication systems may be increased by the use of the suggested DNBIA algorithm, which processes and integrates data from different sources. It is also possible to see the multi-objective optimization study presented in this work as a type of Fusion Processing. Cyberattacks and other types of computer security risks are the focus of this study, which seeks to optimize numerous objectives concurrently in order to eliminate them. The study can give a complete solution to improve the security of e-communication systems by combining different goals. The suggested method of enhancing e-communication and information transmission using DNBIA and multi-objective optimization analysis can be seen as a type of Fusion Processing. Efficient e-communication systems may be achieved by collecting data from a variety of sources and analyzing the results.
Physical Activity Monitoring for Older Adults through IoT and Wearable Devices: Leveraging Data Fusion Techniques
Authors:   Al-Turath University College, Baghdad, 10021, Iraq, Salman Hayder Mahmood ,   Department of computer engineering techniques, Mazaya University College, Thi Qar, Iraq,   Department of medical instrument engineering techniques, Alfarahidi University, Baghdad, Iraq,   Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Al Mustaqbal University College, 51001 Hilla, Babylon, Iraq, Hamdan Hasan Faleh , Khalid Raed , Al-Kikani Sanaa Al
Published: April 2023

The emergence of low-cost individual sensing devices has facilitated the application of data fusion methods to yield insights useful for score-level, rank-level, or hybrid-level fusion. Intelligent tools for fusion processing, such as fuzzy methods and optimization algorithms, may be used to the deluge of raw data generated by these devices. The use of numerous sensors allows for multi-levelhybrid-level fusion, and the combination of several models for intelligent systems allows for fusion system design optimized for score improvement. Multimedia data fusion applications and machine learning methods can be used to accomplish data fusion in cloud settings. For older people in independent living conditions, a physical activity assessment framework (PAAF) that uses deep learning models for fusion to identify activity and evaluate progress based on the spectral domain of each window is needed. This study highlights the significance of data fusion in outlining the needs for IoT devices in networked computers for distant patient monitoring. In order to provide for the health of the elderly without compromising their comfort or freedom of choice, we need a seniors network based on the Internet of Things and wearable health technology. The sensors' functionality was investigated by analyzing data gathered from the environment and the organisms within it. The proposed PAAF-IoT architecture has many layers, each one connected to a different device, with the most important part being the integration of data from all of them to classify types of physical activity. Cloud services geographically close to the customer are used to process the resulting mountain of data, reducing end-to-end delay and facilitating prompt responses from healthcare professionals. Data fusion in healthcare and remote patient monitoring are demonstrated through the deployment of an app that allows doctors to remotely administer prescriptions and maintain track of patients' medical histories.
EXPERIENCE OF PRIMARY HPV TESTING IN CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING
Authors: Bondar O. V. , Rybin A. I. , Muzyka V. V.
Published: April 2023

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EXPERIENCE OF PRIMARY HPV TESTING IN CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING
O. V. Bondar, A. I. Rybin, V. V. Muzyka
Odesa National Medical University , Odesa, Ukraine

The main cause of cervical cancer in almost 100% of cases is the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is also involved in the development of other cancers of the lower genital tract. The malignant transformation of the cervical epithelium is a continuous process that takes decades to develop, and early detection of HPV can prevent the long-term development of cervical cancer and the unfavourable course of the disease. The aim of the study is an evaluation of the effectiveness of HPV testing as primary screening project of the cervical cancer on the base of University clinic of Odessa National Medical University.

Materials and methods. The results of a project on HPV-testing by the Hybrid Capture technology (digene HC2 HPV DNA Test) of 294 women in the Оdessa were summarized. Results. The frequency of high-risk HPV infection in the studied region was 10.5%, the average viral load was 319.97 RLU / COV ratio in the total sample, which corresponds to a high viral load (more than 3×107 genomic equivalents). In 10.7% of HPV-positive women, cervical pathology was revealed, cervical cancer in the early stages was detected in 28% women (2 cancer in situ and 1 cancer IA). Conclusions. Thus, the introduction of new screening and prevention technologies using simple and standardised methods shows effective results aimed at reducing female morbidity and mortality. The successful experience of the study makes it possible to recommend the introduction of HPV testing at the compulsory stage of medical examination of the population as a more effective screening in terms of clinical and economic aspects.

Key words: cervical cancer, human papillomavirus, HPV- testing, viral load, cervical dysplasia