bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Eskalasi Kemampuan Kognitif Melalui Imaginative Thingking dan Experience Directly
Authors: Wahidah Finadatul
Published: August 2022

Cognitive is a child's ability to think or know something. Cognitive development refers to the ability of a child to understand something. Cognitive is a process and product of the mind for knowledge in mental activities such as remembering, symbolizing, categorizing, solving problems, creating, and fantasizing. Given the importance of cognitive development for children, teachers and parents are very important and responsible for carrying out educational interactions in developing students' cognitive abilities. The focus of the research in this study is 1) How to improve the cognitive ability of early childhood in the symbolic thinking aspect?, 2) How to increase the cognitive ability of early childhood in the egocentric thinking aspect?, and 3) How to increase cognitive ability in early childhood in intuitive thinking aspect?. This study indicates the escalation of cognitive abilities in early childhood using number cards with the following details: 1) Improved cognitive abilities of symbolic thinking aspects by using imagination techniques (Imaginative Thinking). 2) Increasing the cognitive ability of egocentric thinking by using imagination techniques and egocentric language (Imaginative Thinking and egocentric language). 3) Increasing cognitive abilities in intuitive thinking aspects, namely by providing direct experience to children (experience directly)
Penilaian Perkembangan Kognitif Anak Usia Dini Melalui Alat Permainan Edukatif Pom-Pom
Authors: Emsya Salsabela
Published: August 2022

Penilaian perkembangan kognitif anak usia dini menggunakan alat permainan edukatif pom-pom dapat membantu proses pendidik mengetahui perkembangan kognitif. Anak perlu mendapatkan pemberian stimulasi kognitif karena secara langsung dapat menstimulasi perkembangan yang lainnya seperti, moral dan agama, bahasa, fisik-motorik, sosial-emosional, dan seni. Sebagai pendidik maupun calon pendidik pada jenjang PAUD, diharapkan memiliki kemampuan dalam menilai perkembangan anak, salah satunya ialah penilaian teknik observasi menggunakan rekam data skala jenjang dalam menilai perkembangan kognitif anak usia dini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan capaian perkembangan kognitif anak usia dini usia 5-6 tahun menggunakan media alat permainan edukatif pom-pom, dengan relevansi peraturan menteri pendidikan dan kebudayaan republik Indonesia no 137. tahun 2014 tentang standar nasional pendidikan anak usia dini yang dilakukan di wilayah Tangerang Selatan, Banten. Penelitian artikel ini dilakukan menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan teknik observasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perkembangan kognitif anak usia dini melalui media alat permainan edukatif pom-pom dapat berkembang sesuai penilaian yang dilakukan.
Activity guided isolation and characterization of bioactive constituents from Mucuna pruriens
Authors: Yadav Piyush , Bhawar Sanjay B.
Published: August 2022

There are roughly 150 species of annual and perennial legumes in the genus Mucuna, which belongs to the Fabaceae family, subfamily Papilionaceae. The velvet bean Mucuna pruriens is widespread in tropical and sub-tropical parts of the world, and is one of the many undervalued wild legumes. Velvet bean, Florida velvet bean, Bengal velvet bean, Mauritius velvet bean, Yokohama velvet bean, cowhage, cowitch, lacuna bean, and Lyon bean are some of the other frequent names for this unusual plant. Atmagupta, which means "hidden self," and Kapikacchu, which means "one begins scratching like a monkey," are two Sanskrit names for it. Levodopa, often known as L-dopa, is found in high amounts in the seeds of the Mucuna pruriens plant, ranging from four to seven percent. It also includes tryptamines, phenols, and tannins, which can cause hallucinations. Its high L-dopa concentration is the primary rationale for its usage in Parkinson's disease therapy. Seeds of Mucuna pruriens was procured locally, authenticated by Professor, Department of Botany, by the studies include organoleptic tests, macroscopic and microscopic observations were done. The animal used for the work were Healthy wister rats(male) weighing about 150-200g used for the study were procured from  local animal house.
Using technological creations in the teaching process and their impact on the development of faculty skills in Jordanian universities
Authors: Alshishani Ayat Mohammad Khair
Published: August 2022

The study aims to demonstrate the impact of demographic variables on the efficiency of technological advancements in developing faculty members' Competencies at Jordanian universities. The descriptive approach was used through a questionnaire with 40 items distributed among 3 areas: the availability of technological innovations in classrooms, the use of technological innovations in the teaching process, and faculty members' competence in using technological innovations to measure effectiveness and its main areas from faculty members' perspective. The results showed that the effectiveness of technological innovations in developing faculty members' competencies at Jordanian universities was medium, with the areas of the questionnaire coming in the following order: faculty members' competence in dealing with technological innovations came first with a high average range, followed by the use of technological innovations in the teaching process with a medium average range.
Coronary CT angiography to guide percutaneous coronary intervention
Authors: Pandurangan Narendhiran , Veeraraghavan Sriram , Ananya K , Vinoth T.
Published: August 2022

Background: The present study was conducted for assessing efficacy of Coronary CT angiography to guide percutaneous coronary intervention. Materials & methods:A total of 100 patients of chronic total occlusion (CTO) were enrolled in the present study. The CT-guided PCI procedure involved placing CT and fluoroscopic images side-by-side on the screen. Images were analysed for location, segment, plaque characteristics, calcification, and proximal lumen diameter of the CTO before PCI. The guidewire was advanced and manipulated under CT guidance. The PCI was carried out and the results were compared.  Results:Mean age of the patients with success (n=88) and failure (n=12) was 62.3 years and 61.8 years respectively. There were 56 males and 32 females among the successful PCI group while there were 8 males and 4 females in the failure PCI group respectively. Location of CTO and length of occlusion were significantly different among patients divided on the basis of prognosis. Conclusion:From the above results, the authors conclude that CT Guidance can delineate the routes of CTOs and clearly characterize plaques and hence improve the outcome.
Power and functions of the Sarkari Gaon Burah in Karbi Anglong district of Assam
Authors: Das Ujjal
Published: August 2022

The Sarkari Gaon Burah (Village Headman) is playing a crucial role in the administrations of Village. It is the institution of Village administration system each and every corner of Northeast and as well as main land India. It is the bridge between village and district administrative setup. Gaon Burah system was prevailed since ancient period in India by various names such as in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other Northern states it is known as Mukhia or Gaon Pradhan. In Assam it is known as Gaon Burah or Bor-Gaon Burah etc. Among the Karbi’s of Karbi Anglong district Gaon Burah’s are known as ‘Sarthe’ (Village Head) and Sarkari Gaon Burah’s are known as “Rong Asar”.  In village whatever things or work (Socio-cultural) have to do or done all are under the guidance of Gaon Burah. Every village has a Gaon Burah but the Sarkari Gaon Burah may be one in for area of one village or may be  in more than one i.e. some cases one Sarkari Gaon Burah for area of 5/6 villages. Sarkari Gaon Burah and its power and functions for the development of the village are very important. I
Isolation and identification of kurthia gibsonii from paneer and study its antibacterial activity against intestinal pathogens
Authors: Chauhan Akanksha , Samant Sharvari A
Published: August 2022

Kurthia is a bacterial genus from the Planococcaceae family and it is more closely related to members of Lactobacillus, Bacillus, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus. These bacteria are usually found in meat, meat products, milk products, and produce antimicrobial peptides.  Antibacterial activity of these peptides has not been reported against intestinal pathogens. This study shows the isolation and identification of Kurthia gibsonii from Paneer and study its antibacterial activity against intestinal pathogens. Kurthia gibsonii was isolated on De Mann Rogosa sharp agar for identification. Morphologically it is a Gram positive, non-motile, non-spore forming, and Rod-shaped bacteria. Probiotics characteristics of K. gibsonii was studied by Acid tolerance, Thermotolerance, Salt tolerance, and Proteolytic activity test. The optimal temperature for growth were 37℃, 45℃, and pH 7.0 respectively. It grew in the presence of 2%, 4%, and 6% NaCl. The organism was identified and confirmed by 16 S RNA sequencing. It was tested for production of Antibacterial peptide by Well Diffusion Assay. The Antibacterial peptide was isolated from Kurthia gibsonii by well plate assay and its extraction, purification was done by ammonium precipitation, Dialysis method, and Reverse phase High performance liquid chromatography method.
Effect of different levels of segmental trunk stability training on sitting and upper limbs functions in children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy
Authors: Arafat Mohamed , Shoukry Kamal , El-Maksoud Gehan Abd , Kilany Ayman
Published: August 2022

Background: Children with bilateral spastic cerebral palsy (BSCP) have insufficient trunk control and upper limbs (ULs) dysfunction. Purpose: to investigate the effect of segmental trunk stability training at different levels on sitting and ULs functions in children with BSCP. Subjects & Methods: Thirty-nine children with BSCP, with ages ranged from 2 to 4 years, , their spasticity grade ranged from 1 to 1+ according to the Modified Ashworth Scale, their motor function was at level IV according to the Gross Motor Function Classification System – Expanded and Revised, their self-initiated ability to handle objects in daily activities with their hands was at level V according to the Mini-Manual Ability Classification System, all children’s level of segmental trunk control score ranged from 3 to 5 according to the Segmental Assessment of Trunk Control were assigned randomly to 3 groups of equal numbers, 13 children for each group. Group (A) received a specially designed physical therapy (PT) program while wearing segmental trunk support from a level just below the child’s inferior angle of the scapula to the level of his/her pelvis.
Effect of gender and levels of religiosity on prosocial behaviour of youth
Authors: Kaneez Salma , Imtiaz Nasheed
Published: August 2022

Religious traditions tend to promote prosocial behaviours among their followers. All major religions emphasise moral behaviour and explicitly teach prosociality as a virtue. Previous studies have shown support for the relationship between religion and volunteerism, helping others and youth's positive social behaviour. The present study aimed to explore the effect of gender, levels of religiosity and their interaction on the prosocial behaviour of a sample of youth. The sample comprised 90 (45 male, 45 female) youths chosen from a city. Adults' Prosocialness Scale (Capara et al., 2005), Religious Commitment Inventory (Worthington et al., 2003), and Islamic Religiosity Attitude (Marva, 2010) were administered for data collection. Descriptive statistics and two-way ANOVA were used for statistical analysis. Results revealed a statistically significant main effect for different levels of religiosity on prosocial behaviour. In contrast, the main effect of gender and interaction of gender and levels of religiosity on prosocial behaviour was not found significant. Findings underline the importance of religiosity in enhancing prosocial behaviour and positive psychosocial development of individuals, especially youth.
CSR and performance of listed companies in kerala: An empirical analysis
Authors: Koreath Jis Jose , Suraj. E. S Suraj. E. S , Paul Kemthose P
Published: August 2022

Companies protecting the interest of stakeholders in social performance and there is compulsion on these companies to report their social responsible activities and practices for getting the support from the public. Some organizations in Kerala published the report on their social activities in their websites also. These type of initiatives will boost the performance of companies in the market. This study focused studying the association between CSR and performance of Kerala based companies. Here, multiple regression and correlation approach has been used to know the relationship between financial performance and CSR initiatives of the companies in Kerala. Results of this study shows that there is association between CSR and Sales of Kerala companies and financial progressive companies are willing to invest in CSR also. So it is concluded that more companies will come forward for CSR initiatives in Kerala.
Functional outcome of minimal invasive anterior bridge plating for humerus shaft fractures
Authors: Pancholi Priyank R , Moradiya Niravkumar Prabhudas , Nileshkumar Khatri Chaitanya
Published: August 2022

Objectives: To study clinical & functional outcomes and complications in patients with humeral shaft fractures treated using anterior bridge plating. Materials and Methods: 25 patients with fractures of middle third humerus were treated with Minimum invasive Anterior Bridge plating in a case study at tertiary care hospital Surat. Both male and female patients above 20 years of age with closed and OG type I & II diaphyseal fractures of Humerus were included. Pathologic fracture, OG III fractures, Fractures in skeletally immature patients, Old neglected fractures, Those who Refused to provide informed consent and Fractures with neuromuscular disorders / neurovascular insufficiency were excluded. Functional outcome where analyzed by constant murley shoulder outcome score &Mayo elbow performance index. Results: The totals of twenty-five patients were included in the study. Out of total twenty-five patients 17 were males and 8 were females with the average age of 39 years. Right side fracture was found in 20 patients out of total 25. The average time for the surgery for the entire patient was 68 minutes. The average mean union time was found to be two months (10 weeks) for initial union of surgery.
Use of the robson classification to assess caesarean section at tertiary care teaching hospital
Authors: Sonawane Nikhil Pandurang , Bharrati Vinoad , Patil Amit Shaligram , Deshmukh Parag
Published: August 2022

Introduction: Rates of caesarean section surgery are rising worldwide, but the determinants of this increase, especially in low-income and middle-income countries, are controversial. In this study, we aimed to analyze the contribution of specific obstetric populations to changes in caesarean section rates, by using the Robson classification in two WHO multi country surveys of deliveries in health-care facilities. The Robson system classifies all deliveries into one of ten groups on the basis of five parameters: obstetric history, onset of labor, fetal lie, number of neonates, and gestational age. Material and Method: This is a prospective and cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Tertiary care Teaching Hospital over a period of 1 year. The study population included all women who under-went CS in the hospital. Laparotomy for uterine rupture and files with missing information were excluded.
DEVELOPING INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE IN EFL CLASSROOM THROUGH INTERCULTURAL MATERIALS: NECESSITY AND INCORPORATION
Authors: Snigdha Shayla Sharmin
Published: August 2022

This article conceptualizes Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) and intercultural materials and shows how they are developed in the English language pedagogy. It attempts to outline how the concept of ICC can build a new dimension of language learning minimizing the communication gap between the speakers of English from different parts of the world by incorporating intercultural materials into EFL curriculum. It brings together the existing literature that prioritize the inclusion of culture in ELT materials.  This review paper examines some important principles and theories to focus on the recent changes in the assumptions and exercises of designing culture-sensitive ELT materials.  The study finds out that in EFL classes intercultural materials introduce the learners with the multiplicity of cultures across the world. Intercultural materials, in its extended realm, covers a far wider range that opens up immense scope for developing the knowledge and tolerance of other cultures and of the people who practice those cultures. An objective and unbiased mindset can be developed if the intercultural materials are incorporated to the pedagogy that reflect and represent cultures in a positive and balanced way as the principles indicate.
Neonatal Atrial Flutter: Clinical Characteristics of 14 Cases in a Single Center
Authors: Park So Hye , Lim Gina , Oh Ki Won , Ko Jae Kon
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Atrial flutter is an uncommon arrhythmia in the neonatal period. This study aimed to describe the cause and clinical course of atrial flutter in neonates.Methods: The medical records of 14 patients diagnosed with atrial flutter at Ulsan University Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) between March 2008 and August 2020 were reviewed retrospectively.Results: All 14 cases occurred on the first day of birth. Of these, two were term infants, and 12 were preterm infants. Causes of atrial flutter included three cases of the umbilical venous catheter misplacement, one with a diabetic mother, and one ivolving atrial flutter after an intravenous aminophylline injection. Thirteen patients had structurally normal hearts with no congenital heart diseases. The patient, born to a diabetic mother, had an atrial septal defect and ventricular hypertrophy. Adenosine was administered first to differentiate it from paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. Synchronized cardioversion was attempted in 11 patients, while one received it after an esmolol injection that failed to convert to sinus rhythm. One patient had a recurrence after the intrusion of a peripherally inserted central catheter; however, atrial flutter disappeared after repositioning it. No patient had a recurrence after discharge.Conclusion: Neonatal atrial flutter is a rare tachyarrhythmia with the risk factors often unknown; however, it could occur in structural heart disease, mispositioning of the umbilical venous catheter, and if the mother has diabetes. During umbilical venous catheterization, clinicians should be cautious and ensure appropriate monitoring of infants in the NICU as it may cause complications.
Service Quality Pada Bank Perkreditan Rakyat
Authors: Dewi Kemala
Published: August 2022

This research to aim for analysis the importance service quality in service company, for the first in BPR. Currently, BPR is experiencing a slump due to the crisis of public confidence in utilizing banking products. This is due to the low quality of services implemented by BPR. This research method uses descriptive qualitative analysis where the research focuses on literature review. The results of this study indicate that service quality has an important role in increasing customer satisfaction, which continues to customer loyalty which is a sustainable advantage for BPR as measured by 5 dimensions of service quality
DANA PUNIA SEBAGAI SUMBANGAN KEAGAMAAN UMAT HINDU LOMBOK DARI SISI AKUNTANSI
Authors: Aryawati Ni Putu Ari , Sukendri Nengah
Published: August 2022

Punia “donation” fund is a religious contribution of Hindus people which must be done sincerely. Accountability push the management for make the punia funds be accountable and transparent. This study aims to interpret the perspective of the Hindu community in Lombok related to the concept of punia “donation” funds. Based on the philosophy of tat twam asi. This study uses an in-depth interview approach with an interpretive paradigm. The results of this study there is a positive relationship related to community behavior in implementing the punia “donation” fund with the philosophy of tat twan asi adopted by Hindus. The financial report for pura could be accountable and transparent. The implication of this research are the accounting of management punia “donation” funds is more complex
Knowledge and Practices of Mothers with Children Aged 6-24 Months on Weaning, Attending Services Hospital Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Faiz Wizra , Fayyaz Zahra , Fayyaz Zahra , Najib Yamna , Rehman Abdul , Noreen Sana , Hamza Bin Abdul Malik Muhammad , Sadiqa Ayesha , Kanwal Rabia
Published: August 2022

Objective: This study was conducted to assess the weaning knowledge, practices, and influencing factors. Methods: Questionnaires were filled from 315 mothers with children aged 06-24 months, who visited Pediatrics OPD Services Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan in 4 months. The weaning knowledge and practices of the respondents were evaluated by using a pre-tested questionnaire. Chi-square test was used to assess the associations between the variables. It was ranked as good, satisfactory, and poor based on the gross sum total. Results: The overall knowledge of weaning was good in 159 (50.5%) mothers and 133 (42.2%) had satisfactory knowledge. Whereas the practices of 152 (48.3%) mothers out of 315 were good but poor in 46 (14.6%) of the mothers. There is a statistically significant association between the knowledge and practices of weaning with the age of babies (p values= 0.000 and 0.000, respectively) and the total number of children of the respondents (p-values= 0.000 and 0.000, respectively). Residential status of respondents (p-value=0.028) and educational status of mothers (p-values= 0.01) also showed a significant association with the overall knowledge of mothers. Practices and knowledge of mothers (p-values=0.02 and p-value= 0.026 respectively) are statistically significant with the source of information and weaning practices. We also found an association with the type of family of the respondent (p-value=0.034). Conclusion: The findings of this study will be helpful in making strategies of awareness programs so that the effects of pre-or post-weaning can be minimized.
Windows to the Soul- Heterochromia Iridis
Authors: Asif Saaim , Khan Maaz , Arshad Muhammad Waqar , Shabbir Muhammad Imran
Published: August 2022

Eye colour in humans is a distinct character, and an important trait of an individual’s personality. Heterochromia iridis is a unique phenotype. It is an exceedingly rare condition caused by mutations in genes responsible for synthesis, distribution, and concentration of the melanin pigment in the irises of the eye. Many health disorders and syndromes are associated with heterochromia. Here, we report for the first time in Pakistan, two unique individuals with sectoral heterochromia. This report also addresses the social and psychological pressures these remarkable individuals face in the Pakistani society.
Descobrindo a delegacia de defesa da mulher
Authors: Coutinho Maria Auxiliadora de Castro
Published: August 2022

Em uma delegacia de defesa da mulher, é possível deparar-se com o panorama de uma violência silenciosa, invisível e democrática, praticada principalmente dentro dos domicílios e capaz de gerar na vítima, sentimentos muitas vezes conflitantes. É nesse contexto que surge a importância do profissional de Serviço Social na aplicação de seus conhecimentos técnicos no atendimento às mulheres, com base na escuta diferenciada, sem julgamento.
Histórias nas entrelinhas de cadernos escolares
Authors: Küster Eliane , Vieira Alboni Marisa Dudeque Pianovski
Published: August 2022

O artigo analisa os cadernos escolares de uma aluna da terceira idade no contexto das práticas e pautas escolares, sociais e culturais, em uma classe de EJA - Educação de Jovens e Adultos, na Rede Municipal de Ensino de Curitiba, no período de 2003 a 2004. Considerando os cadernos escolares como fontes de pesquisa e a EJA como oportunidade de aprendizagem, procurou-se identificar seus diferentes usos e possíveis significados. A pesquisa, de caráter bibliográfico, documental e de campo, apoiou-se nos estudos de Chartier (1990), Oliveira (2008), Grinspun (2008), Viñao-Frago (2008) e Julia (2001). Como resultado, foi possível refletir sobre os cadernos escolares, sua utilização e o que representam no cotidiano da escola, como espaços próprios de expressão da individualidade da aluna.
Conhecimento docente sobre deficiências ou transtornos de crianças bem pequenas
Authors: Welter Cristiane Backes , Silva Maitê Castelan da
Published: August 2022

Este estudo buscou compreender o papel do docente na identificação de deficiências ou transtornos em crianças bem pequenas, com vistas a qualificar a atuação de pedagogos na Educação Infantil. O referencial teórico dialético está apoiado na leitura da Base Nacional Comum Curricular, legislação brasileira vigente sobre Educação Inclusiva - deficiências e transtornos - na infância. Esta é uma pesquisa qualitativa exploratória, enquanto estudo de caso, que entrevistou 16 professores da Educação Infantil, por meio de um questionário online semiestruturado, de modo a verificar como os professores apontam possíveis deficiências e transtornos em crianças com as quais atuam na Educação Infantil. A análise dos questionários evidenciou a necessidade de que os pedagogos precisam ter conhecimento acerca dos diferentes tipos de deficiências ou transtornos, tomando por base as legislações vigentes, que orientam a atuação do pedagogo na Educação Inclusiva. O estudo também revelou que a observação contínua das crianças no contexto escolar contribui para a diferenciação entre deficiência e transtorno, o que pode colaborar, a posteriori, para um possível diagnóstico na área médica.
Sensoriamento remoto para análise de ilhas de calor e frio no município de Curitiba
Authors: Da Silva Janaina Casado Rodrigues , Lopes Maria Clara dos Santos , Borges Julio Cesar Angelo , Rudke Anderson P. , Martins Leila Droprinchinski , Martins Jorge Alberto
Published: August 2022

Esse trabalho tem como objetivo analisar ilhas de Calor e Frio Urbano e sua relação com os padrões da paisagem urbana no Município de Curitiba e suas mudanças ao longo dos últimos 30 anos, durante a estação do inverno dos anos de 1989 e 2019, através do satélite Landsat. Utilizou-se os dados obtidos pelo satélite Landsat 5 e 8, processados no software Qgis, identificados pela órbita/ponto 220/078 em dois anos diferentes no período do inverno. Para a estimativa da Temperatura da Superfície Terrestre (TST) foi utilizada a banda 6, para o Landsat 5 e banda 10 para o Landsat 8, a qual foi convertida para temperatura de brilho. Para a avaliação da cobertura do solo foi utilizada a classificação feita pelo Projeto Mapbiomas. Após a transformação da emissividade em temperatura de superfície terrestre, esses valores foram convertidos em graus Celsius. O mapa de uso e ocupação do solo apresenta uma redução de áreas de lavouras e um aumento nas áreas urbanizadas. O município de Curitiba possui diversas áreas verdes dentro da área urbana que gerou pequenas ilhas de frio em relação a áreas onde não havia presença de áreas verdes.
Impact of trichlorfon Organophosphate use in Pisciculture: a review
Authors: Silva Hallana Cristina Menezes da , Carvalho Ana Paula Costa de , Gomes Ana Lúcia Silva , Artoni Roberto Ferreira , Matoso Daniele Aparecida
Published: August 2022

Classified as a class II organophosphate and considered highly toxic, trichlorfon is a drug widely used in worldwide pisciculture for the treatment of parasites in farming ponds. It is used for the treatment of several fish species, both in natural and artificial ponds. The main action of trichlorfon occurs in the nervous system of fish by blocking the enzyme acetylcholinesterase and causing acetylcholine accumulation, which leads to the constant passage of neural transmission. However, several studies show that trichlorfon can be more harmful to the fish than to the parasite that the drug is trying to eliminate. Our article brings a review of the main effects of trichlorfon in several fish species around the world, in order to further evaluate these side effects and help researchers to understand this drug
Uso de acidificantes en la dieta de gallinas ponedoras su efecto sobre la longitud de la mucosa intestinal
Authors: Alvarez Carina Haydeé , Antruejo Alejandra Edit , Craveri Ana María , Perrotta Cristian Hernán , Savoy Julio Cesar , Savoy Juan Pablo , Viola María Nair
Published: August 2022

Se trabajó con 500 gallinas ponedoras Lohmann Brown, las cuales fueron asignadas aleatoriamente y en partes iguales a dos grupos de 250 gallinas: grupo tratado (GT) y grupo control (GC) con idénticas condiciones sanitarias, de manejo y alimentación, excepto por el agregado de acidificantes: (20% formiato de amonio, 10% de ácido fórmico, 10% propionato de amonio y 5% de ácido propiónico) a razón de 2000 g/tonelada en la dieta de las aves del GT. El objetivo del trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de la incorporación de acidificantes en la dieta de gallinas ponedoras sobre la longitud de la mucosa intestinal, a nivel del yeyuno. Se utilizaron 20 aves (10 de cada grupo), se extrajeron tres muestras de yeyuno de cada una de estas gallinas, se procesaron las muestras y de las imágenes obtenidas se procedió a medir la longitud de la mucosa intestinal en micras, utilizando el programa de procesamiento de imagen digital de dominio público ImageJ. El análisis estadístico que se realizó fue un estudio experimental basado en la comparación de dos poblaciones: GT versus GC, la variable respuesta fue: longitud de la mucosa intestinal en micras. El análisis de los datos se realizó mediante la prueba t de comparación de medias de muestras independientes. La conclusión de la prueba fue que existe diferencia significativa entre los promedios muestrales (p=0,006). A una conclusión análoga se llegó comparando las medianas de los grupos mediante la prueba W de Mann-Whitney (p=0,0016) Las estimaciones obtenidas mediante intervalos de confianza de 95% fueron: 15987,3 μm +/- 1978,41 μm, intervalo (14008,9 μm; 17965,7μm) para el promedio de longitud del GT y 12608,9 μm +/- 1380,98 μm, intervalo (11227,9 μm; 13989,8 μm) para el promedio de longitud del GC. A partir de los resultados obtenidos, se puede concluir que la incorporación de acidificantes en la dieta de gallinas ponedoras aumentaría la longitud de la mucosa intestinal a nivel del yeyuno.
Relevamiento de la presencia del virus de la Leucosis bovina (BLV) y del Gammaherpesvirus bovino 4 (BoHV-4) en trabajadores rurales de la provincia de Buenos Aires
Authors: Spina Julieta , Dolcini Laura Guillermina , Moran Edgardo Pedro , Ceriani Carolina Maria
Published: August 2022

El virus de la leucosis bovina (BLV) y el gammaherpesvirus bovino 4 (BoHV-4), virus cuyo hospedador natural es el bovino, han sido estudiados ampliamente por nuestra Institución dada su alta incidencia en la zona. Se planteó la hipótesis que las personas que desarrollan actividades ganaderas, en estrecho contacto con bovinos que puedan estar infectados con BLV y/o BoHV-4, o con productos orgánicos derivados de los mismos, podrían estar en riesgo de ser infectados con algunos de estos agentes virales. La bibliografía relacionada con el tema es abundante, aunque es un tema de discusión a nivel mundial y genera gran controversia. Considerando la importancia e implicancia de dicha infección en Salud Pública y desde el punto de vista epidemiológico, se realizó un estudio en sangre de trabajadores rurales de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, con el fin de detectar mediante PCR convencional fragmentos del genoma de ambos virus.
Estabilidade da agregação: indicador da qualidade do solo de grande relevância nas decisões quanto ao uso e ao manejo do solo
Authors: Freitas Daniela Aparecida , Fonseca Felícia , Figueiredo Tomás de
Published: August 2022

O manejo dos solos impactados pelos incêndios é um dos principais desafios enfrentado atualmente por Portugal. Neste contexto, o estudo de indicadores da qualidade dos solos, como a estabilidade da agregação, tornou-se essencial, pois os mesmos são sensíveis às mudanças provocadas no meio e refletem o seu grau de perturbação. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo analisar áreas ardidas e não ardidas no Distrito de Bragança, Nordeste de Portugal, e avaliar o comportamento da estabilidade da agregação relacionando-a com atributos físicos e químicos do solo. O estudo foi realizado em três áreas de amostragem distintas, Soutelo (ST), Parâmio (PR) e Quintela de Lampaças (QL), afetadas por incêndios, respectivamente, nos anos de 2015, 2016 e 2017. A colheita de amostras de solo realizou-se em zonas vizinhas ardidas e não ardidas, nas profundidades de 0-5 e > 5 cm. Utilizou-se um equipamento denominado estabilizador de agregados com crivos de malha 0,4 mm e crivos de malha 0,25 mm no qual foram estabelecidas duas classes de tamanho de agregados: Classe 0,4 mm e Classe 0,25 mm. Em ST e PR foi avaliado o comportamento da estabilidade dos agregados sob o efeito do fogo, das classes dos agregados e das profundidades, além disso, foi avaliado também a variação temporal da estabilidade da agregação pós fogo. Todo o tratamento estatístico foi efetuado com recurso às ferramentas do software Excel. Como resultado, observou-se que a estabilidade da agregação foi significativamente superior no estado não ardido, na classe 0,25 mm e na profundidade de 0-5 cm. E em relação à variação temporal pós fogo, a área PR, ardida em 2016, foi a que registrou a maior estabilidade. Assim, é notória a importância do estudo da estabilidade da agregação, pois a mesma revela-se como um importante indicador físico da qualidade do solo, de grande relevância nas decisões quanto ao uso e ao manejo do mesmo.
Investigação preliminar da qualidade da água da chuva no município de Criciúma, sul de Santa Catarina
Authors: Pereira Mariluci , Galatto Sérgio Luciano , Da Rocha Bruna Borges
Published: August 2022

Estudos sobre a acidez das chuvas têm sido aprofundados em regiões urbanizadas e industrializadas, onde se observa efeitos da interferência das ações antrópicas sobre o meio ambiente. O aumento da acidez da chuva é causado pela presença de poluentes liberados na atmosfera, como óxidos de nitrogênio, dióxido de carbono e de enxofre, provenientes essencialmente da queima de combustíveis fósseis. Nesse contexto, a análise química da chuva é um importante mecanismo de avaliação do nível de poluição do ar. Este estudo buscou analisar a qualidade da água da chuva na região de Criciúma, sul de Santa Catarina. A amostragem foi realizada na água de chuva de um pluviômetro convencional, durante 11 meses. Os indicadores analíticos analisados a cada evento de chuva foram o pH e condutividade elétrica, e com frequência mensal a turbidez, dureza e acidez total. As medidas de pH, CE, turbidez e acidez foram realizadas utilizando pHmetro, condutivímetro, turbidímetro e titulação. Dureza foi determinada por cromatografia iônica. Durante o período monitorado foi analisado um total de 64 amostras. O pH médio ponderado pelo volume (MPV) foi de 6,49, variando de 5,02 a 7,73. A condutividade média foi de 36,39 µS.cm-1 e a turbidez de 3,25 NTU, indicando que no período analisado houve pouca presença de partículas em suspensão e matéria orgânica. A acidez variou de 1,80 a 29 mg.L-1. A dureza média das amostras foi de 7,17 mg.L-1, com mínimo (1,5 mg.L-1) e máximo (15,4 mg.L-1). Os resultados da investigação indicaram valores médios de pH na faixa de neutralidade a levemente ácido.
Paradojas de la conservación de biodiversidad en los agroecosistemas pampeanos: la fragmentación inversa
Authors: Biasatti Néstor Ricardo , Rimoldi Pablo Guillermo
Published: August 2022

La pérdida y fragmentación de hábitat está considerada como una de las causas principales de la actual crisis de biodiversidad. Como respuesta a estos procesos, el hombre ha intentado medir, evaluar y aminorar el impacto de las causas, de esta crisis, a través de aproximaciones teóricas y prácticas. En esta contribución se presenta el concepto de “fragmentación inversa” como un punto de vista alternativo para un escenario ecosistémico en el que la conservación de la biodiversidad constituye un desafío que demanda nuevos abordajes.
Oxidation and contamination control in the in vitro establishment of rosa chinensis
Authors: Vaca-Suquillo Ivonne de los Ángeles , Acuña Jael Araseli Alvarez , Cruz Marco Vinicio Pozo
Published: August 2022

Introduction and objectives: Rose is one of the most harvested and demanded species as ornamental flower; its traditional propagation is limited due to the spread of pests and diseases; for that reason, in vitro culture has turned out to be an alternative to propagate healthy plants. However, microbial contamination and tissue oxidation are critical problems that can limit in vitro plant establishment. The aim of this research was to evaluate disinfection protocols and culture conditions for in vitro regeneration of Rosa chinensis with low contamination and oxidation percentages. M&M: The explants were washed with different disinfectant agents and seeded in a basal medium interacting with different factors such as activated charcoal  (1 g/L) and temporary darkness (3 days). Results: protocol 2 presented the lowest percentage of bacterial (18.75 %) and fungal (12.5 %) contamination in the disinfection phase; while treatment T3 (activated charcoal  1 g/L + 3 days of darkness) obtained the best results in the introduction phase, and the explants presented the lowest phenolization level (0.88), favoring the induction of buds and callus in the explants, and reaching averages of 81.25 and 31.25 %, respectively.
Implementación de un modelo de pronóstico para la planeación de la producción
Authors: Pérez-Mata Carlos Enrique , Campillo-Arredondo Jaciel Eduardo , Romero-Dessens Luis Felipe , Cuamea-Cruz Guillermo
Published: August 2022

Actualmente nos encontramos en un mundo muy competitivo donde el mercado sigue evolucionando para convertirse en uno más global y los clientes son más exigentes, por lo que las empresas se ven obligadas a desarrollar decisiones estratégicas que les permita mejorar sus procesos internos y ser más competitivas para exceder las expectativas de sus clientes. Por esta razón la planeación juega un papel fundamental en las industrias, ya que auxilia a prever lo que sucederá en un futuro cercano. Este artículo tiene como objetivo desarrollar un modelo de pronóstico para los artículos del inventario que mayor demanda han tenido en los últimos cuatro años, con la finalidad de anticiparse a la demanda requerida de los materiales para el área de producción en una empresa dedicada a la fabricación de materiales de poliestireno expandido.
Estilos de vida promotor de salud en estudiantes de medicina en una universidad privada de Colombia en tiempos de pandemia Covid-19
Authors: Romero Viviana Rivera , Luque Jeimmy Andrea Chávez , Andrade Katherine Noguera , Henao Verónica Arango , Bermeo Rosa Nury Zambrano , Castillo Jorge Alberto Vazquez
Published: August 2022

Introducción: El aislamiento social, la cuarentena estricta y cierre total generalizado, para mitigar la pandemia por Coronavirus 2019 (COVID 19) han perturbado las actividades de la población mundial, estrategia que puede conducir a comportamientos no saludables relacionados con los estilos de vida, como la inactividad física, dietas poco saludables, estrés, entre otros, razón por la cual es necesario tener en cuenta la población universitaria que puede adquirir conductas de riesgo para la salud y asumir estilos de vida poco saludable. Objetivo: describir los estilos de vida de los estudiantes de medicina en una universidad privada de Palmira en tiempos de pandemia por COVID-19. Método: Estudio de enfoque cuantitativo, de tipo descriptivo, de corte transversal en una muestra de 173 estudiantes para determinar los estilos de vida de los estudiantes y su relación entre variables sociodemográficas, basados en las dimensiones establecidas en el cuestionario Perfil Estilo de Vida (PEPS-I) Pender (1996), Resultados: La muestra estuvo conformada por 173 estudiantes. Predominó el género femenino 69%, la presencia de jóvenes fue del 65%, la etnia con mayor presencia fue la mestiza 63%, los estratos socioeconómicos con mayor presencia el dos-(39%) y el tres-(38%) los primeros tres semestres representan el 47% de toda la población con un promedio de 27 estudiantes cada uno. Conclusiones: El estudio arrojó que el ejercicio y la responsabilidad en salud fueron las dimensiones más afectadas. En general, los hombres presentaron mayor puntuación en tener estilos de vida saludable.
Mortalidade materna no Estado de Minas Gerais entre os anos de 2017 e 2019: uma análise de dados
Authors: Sampaio Manuela Xavier Cajado , Queiroz Letícia Calazans , Santos Marina Eduarda , Lemos Tales Tomé , Freire Gabriel Henrique de Faria , Rodrigues Rogério Pinheiro , Jacinto Ruy Abrantes , Tette Luís Heitor Marci
Published: August 2022

A mortalidade materna, expressa pela razão de mortalidade materna (RMM), é um indicador das condições de saúde da mulher, servindo para avaliar seu acesso à assistência à saúde e a efetividade desse sistema em responder às necessidades desta população. Dessa forma, faz-se necessário uma análise das taxas e tendências da mortalidade materna, não somente por estimar os riscos no ciclo gravídico-puerperal, como também por refletir a saúde da mulher, que está intimamente relacionada com seu estado socioeconômico. Nesse contexto, o presente estudo é relevante no sentido de contribuir com mais conhecimentos sobre o tema, podendo servir como subsídio para a implantação de medidas para melhorar a assistência, a prevenção e o controle das doenças que afetam essa população.
The Use of Biomarkers in Research with Nursing Personnel: A Narrative Review
Authors: Aparecida Silveira Cristiane
Published: August 2022

Objective: To analyze studies with nursing personnel, with the use of biomarkers as an investigation method for the detection of health alterations. Method: This is a Narrative Literature Review using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses methodology. The PICO strategy was used in this review’s development. For the search in databases and virtual libraries, the descriptor “Biomarkers” and the keywords “Nursing Personnel” and “Health Changes” were used in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. The search was carried out in scientific databases and articles related to the theme, published from 2002 to May 2022. Results: From 19 articles analyzed, it was found that the use of biological markers allowed the detection of problems such as higher values in capillary cortisol levels in a group of nurses with burnout when compared to those without burnout; cortisol levels on waking hours associated negatively with the number of years working and positively with damage to their DNA; occupational exposure to anesthetic gases that influence hepatic and renal hemochemical parameters in those exposed; irondeficiency anemia and different thyroid gland diseases prevalent among nurses when compared to those of controls matched by sex and age, chromosomal aberrations, and so forth. Conclusion: In general, if biomarkers assist in the identification of alterations in the health of nursing personnel and enable a significant contribution to occupational health and safety, a more holistic approach will be needed to transfer them from the laboratory to professional practice, especially to be used as a tool in the management of occupational health.
Cinematic darkness: dreaming across film and immersive digital media
Authors: Hibberd Lily , Beugnet Martine
Published: August 2022

As with films previously, claims are being made today about the capacity of immersive environments, including virtual reality, to offer viewers or experiencers effective simulations of altered states of consciousness. In this article, we look anew at the enduring question of time-based mechanical (lens based and digital) media’s ability not merely to take us outside of or besides ourselves, but to generate an imaginary realm of their own. Our analysis centres on the use of darkness. Often associated with the passage from one state of consciousness to another, darkness has become a prevalent aesthetic in cinematic immersive media. In some ways, as we will see, the latest technologies of audio-vision appear less apt than conventional cinema to induce us to “cross the bridge” and venture into the land of phantoms. In others, they emerge as privileged entries into the dreamlike worlds of our contemporary, technologized era. In spite of differences in viewing conditions, we find that between the older medium of 2D film and that of cinematic virtual reality, darkness, combined with the illusion of depth and visual replication of motion proves to be a particularly potent harbinger of altered states.
The hallucinatory aspect of virtual reality and the Image as a "Bilderschrift"
Authors: Montani Pietro
Published: August 2022

This article discusses the following points:
• The analogies which can be identified between Virtual Reality (VR) and the hallucinatory aspects of dream activity make sense within a network of relations characterised by certain important cognitive performances (in particular inferential performances) which can be attributed to the work of the imagination;
• To assure the plasticity of these performances, the imagination seems to have to distance itself somewhat from linguistic thought and in dreams this is achieved regressively via the hallucinatory state. Various authoritative neuroscientific approaches to dreams significantly substantiate this theory.
• At the time when its correlation with linguistic thought is deactivated, the imagination does not, however, surrender itself to the hallucinatory event but elaborates it with recourse to practices similar to those of syncretic writing – a Bilderschrift or “pictographic script” as defined by Freud;
• It is significant that very early cinema also addressed the quasi-hallucinatory aspects of films, practising an “intermedial” Bilderschrift, i.e. a treatment of the images that is attentive to the comparison and integration of the different levels of expression which work together in the composition of a film;
• Digital images seem to revive this production model in several ways and I will offer two examples highlighting their affinity with syncretic and intermedial writing.
Screening the human mind: A Deleuzian approach to altered states of consciousness in cinema history
Authors: Previtali Giuseppe
Published: August 2022

From its very origins, cinema has demonstrated a particular interest in the representation of altered states of consciousness: memories, visions, nightmares and dreams are a common feature of narrative films and usually interrupt a flow of events by inserting different temporalities in the present of the story. Following the arguments explored by Gilles Deleuze in his groundbreaking works on cinema, this essay will address the issue of how narrative cinema has represented altered states of consciousness. If in early cinema of attractions altered states were represented as physical realities intertwined with the world, classical Hollywood films progressively exorcised the disruptive potential of such images by defining a visual grammar in order to normalize them within the narrative. It will be modern cinema which will focus on this issue in depth, given its new interest in the link between the moving image and the mechanisms of thought. In this regard, the essay will in conclusion address the hallucinations experienced by Isak Borg in Bergman’s Wild Strawberries, a complex and highly illuminating case of various forms of altered mental states.