bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Household food insecurity and its association with diet quality in high-risk children
Authors: Ribas Simone Augusta , Medeiros Fernanda Jurema , Teixeira Michelle Teixeira , Andrade Patrícia Vieira , Rodrigues Maura Calixto Cecherelli , Ferreira Fatima Cristiane Pinho de Almeida di Maio , Villela Letícia Duarte , Neri Daniela
Published: February 2025

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between dietary practices and household food insecurity (HFI) status among high-risk children during the COVID-19 pandemic. This cross-sectional study was conducted with 147 children aged 1 to 9 attending at three reference health centers in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Diet quality data was assessed using Healthy Eating Indices. The Brazilian Scale of Food and Nutrition Insecurity measured HFI status. Associations between HFI and dietary practices were assessed using logistic regression models. Almost half of the children lived with food insecurity (47.6%). HFI was associated with deteriorated diet quality, evidenced by the increased weekly frequency of consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF), such as sugar-sweetened beverages and processed meats, and reduced frequency of fruits and vegetables. Parents perceived a reduction in meat and milk consumption and an increase in the intake of UPF among households of children in HFI throughout the pandemic. Our results suggest that HFI status was associated with deterioration in diet quality during the critical phase of social isolation.
Use of special diets in Brazil: II National Food Survey, 2017-2018
Authors: Bortolot Beatriz Salari , Araujo Marina Campos , Verly Junior Eliseu
Published: February 2025

Abstract This study aims to estimate the prevalence of special diets and analyze the sociodemographic profile, nutritional status, and eating habits of the Brazilian population that uses special diets. This cross-sectional study was conducted with data from the second 2017/2018 National Food Survey (n=45,689 individuals aged at least 10 years). We questioned the use of hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, heart disease, and weight-loss diets. Dieting prevalence was estimated by sociodemographic characteristics and nutritional status, and logistic regression models were employed to assess factors associated with dieting. All analyses considered sample design and expansion factors. The prevalence of special diets was 14.3%. Weight-loss (5.2%) and hypertension (4.6%) diets were the most prevalent. Women, older adults, individuals with higher incomes, and obese individuals were more likely to follow any type of special diet than their peers.
Enhancing flexural capacity and crack resistance of two-span continuous beams with engineered cementitious composite (ECC) under static loading conditions
Authors: Krishnamoorthy Sampath Kumar , Subbaiyan Anandakumar , Subramaniam Navaneethan Kumaravalasu , Krishnaraja Ammapalayam Ramasamy
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT This study examined the behavior of two-span continuous beams reinforced with Engineered Cementitious Composite (ECC) under static loads, showcasing ECC’s significant ability to enhance the flexural strength, durability, and overall resilience of conventional concrete structures. The research focused on assessing how ECC layers contribute to the structural integrity, load-bearing capacity, and crack development of the beams, utilizing a mix of materials including Ordinary portland cement (OPC) 43 Grade, fly ash, manufactured sand, polypropylene fibers, silica fume, superplasticizer, water, and coarse aggregates. The flexural tests indicated that replacing traditional concrete with ECC led to substantial improvements in load-carrying capacity and ductility, with ECC’s unique properties resulting in reduced crack widths and spacing in tension zones. Additionally, the study highlighted ECC’s advantages in terms of energy absorption and post-cracking behavior, suggesting that beams with ECC could exhibit longer service life and lower maintenance requirements. The integration of ECC also enhanced protection for the longitudinal reinforcement, indicating its potential for use in seismic-resistant designs and other high-performance applications. Overall, the findings underscore ECC’s transformative role in improving the performance and sustainability of concrete structures in modern engineering.
A Faster Method for Evaluating the Ultimate Strength of Ship Hulls Under Elevated Temperatures - Fire Idealized Structural Unit Method
Authors: Wu Jiaxin , Yan Ming , Sun Xingwei
Published: February 2025

Abstract An easier and more efficient method is proposed for evaluating the ultimate strength of ship structures under fire conditions. Based on the Ideal Structural Unit Method (ISUM) and experiments from reference literature, a stress and strain equation for stiffened plates under fire conditions, as well as Fire ISUM, are proposed. To verify the effectiveness of the Fire ISUM method, 48 sets of FEA simulations incorporating the Fire ISUM were used to calculate the ultimate strength of different cabin fire positions and temperatures. The results showed that both the simulation and Fire ISUM were able to evaluate the high temperature ultimate strength. However, the Fire ISUM method does not account for initial imperfections due to the use of ideal high-temperature stress-strain curves. As a result, simulation results are lower than those obtained with the Fire ISUM, with a maximum error of 5.24%. To study the influence mechanism of ultimate strength of ship under high temperature conditions, the ultimate strength attenuation factor “IUR” was defined. Simulation results show that the ultimate strength attenuation of different cabins is not only related to the high-temperature width but also to the distance between the deck and the neutral axis. In actual fire rescue processes, when a deck of the same area is subjected to high temperatures, the further the deck is from the neutral axis, the more important its protection.
A Systematic review of the literature on learning and teaching of wave-particle duality
Authors: Buteler Laura , Ferrufino Luciano , Velasco Nicolas , Gandolfo Nicolás , Alvarez Dayana
Published: February 2025

Fundamental notions of quantum physics are included in introductory university curricula, in physics teacher training, and even in secondary education, both in Argentina and in various other countries worldwide. Among these fundamental concepts is wave-particle duality (WPD), a key concept and a gateway to the quantum world. This paper presents a critical review of the literature on WPD in specialized journals on physics education and science education at the local, regional, and international context, aiming to gather the most relevant findings regarding its teaching and learning. Preliminary results indicate that these findings can be categorized based on their primary purpose into four categories: Teaching WPD, Learning WPD, Historical and Epistemological Reflections on WPD and Reviews on the Teaching and Learning of Quantum Physics (including WPD).
EFEITO DE INERTES E FORMULAÇÕES DE BACULOVIRUS ANTICARSIA SOBRE LAGARTAS DE ANTICARSIA GEMMATALIS, EM CONDIÇÕES DE LABORATÓRIO
Authors: Alves L.F.A. , Batista Filho A. , Augusto N.T.
Published: February 2025

RESUMO Testou-se, em condições de laboratório, o efeito de diferentes inertes minerais e vegetais na atividade alimentar e mortalidade deAnticarsia gemmatalis e também a fagoestimulaçãode formulações de Baculovirus anticarsia na mortalidade dos insetos. Discos de folíolos de soja tratados com os inertes em suspensão aquosa foram oferecidos às lagartas. Após 24 horas determinou-se a área foliar consumida pelos insetos, a qual foi maior nos tratamentos com inertes vegetais, não havendo qualquer influência na mortalidade dos insetos. A formulação à base deóleo vegetal (óleo de milho) mostrou-se fagoestimulante, elevando em 10% o consumo alimentar em relação ao tratamento com o vírus não formulado. Isto refletiu-se no aumento da mortalidade em 20% em relação ao mesmo tratamento não formulado.
Growth, yield and irrigation water efficiency of ‘Brs Imperial’ pineapple cultivated with plastic mulching
Authors: Lima Lenilson W. F. , Coelho Eugênio F. , Matos Aristóteles P. de , Barros Damiana L. , Lima José C. L. de , Carvalho Luiz A. C. de , Reinhardt Domingo H. R. C.
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT The use of mulch combined with drip irrigation is a common crop management technique in orchards and contributes to increasing yields while saving water. This work aimed to evaluate the effects of using plastic film mulching as soil cover and as an underground percolation barrier on the growth, yield, fruit quality, and irrigation water productivity of pineapple. Crop development, yield, fruit quality and irrigation water productivity were evaluated. The experiment was set up in a randomized block design with six replications, with a 2 x 2 split-plot arrangement for the treatments studied: With (WC) and without (NC) soil surface cover in the plots and with (WPB) and without (NPB) percolation barrier in the subplots. A plastic film (biodegradable agricultural mulching) was used to cover the ground and to prevent percolation. Plastic film mulching as soil surface cover reduced about nine times the water used for irrigation along the crop cycle, increased plant growth, fruit size and yield, improved fruit quality, and enhanced irrigation water productivity. The plastic percolation barrier did not significantly affect plant growth and production, but significantly enhanced irrigation water productivity.
O coaching no universo evangélico brasileiro: um panorama descritivo
Authors: Aguiar Taylor de
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Este artigo apresenta um panorama da prática de coaching no universo evangélico brasileiro. Procura-se compreender como esse processo de desenvolvimento pessoal se relaciona com referências associadas ao religioso. São abordadas proposições, sobretudo on-line, de cursos e treinamentos voltados para a prática de um “coaching cristão”, bem como concepções que não remetem a uma vinculação do coaching com o cristianismo enquanto religião. Essas iniciativas, não obstante, partem de coaches autoidentificados como cristãos e são subsidiadas por referências bíblico-cristãs. Demonstra-se que as tendências de coaching mapeadas pela pesquisa revelam limites ao enquadramento religioso de práticas que dialogam com um repertório cristão, evidenciando o cristianismo como uma formulação que não se confunde com uma noção mais estrita ou reduzida de religião.
Occupational therapists’ practices in the context of gender and sexual dissidences: an overview of professional practice in Brazil
Authors: Leite Junior Jaime Daniel , Lopes Roseli Esquerdo
Published: February 2025

Abstract Introduction Occupational therapists are tasked with developing technical, political, and ethical actions that address the suffering and isolation of diverse groups, particularly those historically marginalized. This study focuses on gender and sexual dissidences – a term encompassing individuals who exist beyond or outside of identity categories (such as lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgenders, among others). Objectives To present an overview of the practices of occupational therapists in Brazil with the population who experience dissidence of gender and sexuality. Method Data were collected through an online survey using snowball sampling, initially reaching out to seed informants, professional entities, and social media networks. Data organization, analysis, and discussion were conducted using descriptive statistics, supplemented by the theoretical background of social occupational therapy, queer studies, and critical occupational science. Results Ninety-five responses were analyzed, with informants reporting various motivations for their involvement with the topic, including personal and familial affinities and needs encountered within their professional contexts. A wide array of practices emerged, developed from distinct approaches across various professional domains. These were grouped into four main categories: individual consultations, group consultations, academic activities, and network articulation. Despite the relevance of theoretical-methodological frameworks, informants infrequently mentioned studies specifically addressing gender, sexuality, or occupational therapy in their responses. Conclusion While contributions to the population who experience dissidence of gender and sexuality were noted, we identified no practices explicitly tailored to these populations or themes. Occupational therapists predominantly employ resources aligned with their core professional training and general education.
Mujeres migradas: ocupaciones de tiempo libre en espacios públicos y privados
Authors: Cirineu Cleber Tiago , Meléndez Pacheco Camila Paz , Ocares Lara Barbara Iriel , Orellana Zuñiga Valentina Isidora , Oyarzún Mejías Francisca Camila
Published: February 2025

Resumen Introducción La migración implica el desplazamiento de personas fuera de su lugar habitual de residencia, enfrentando problemas de identidad y adaptación. En Chile, el número de migrantes ha aumentado, destacando las mujeres haitianas que enfrentan discriminación y racismo, lo que afecta su salud mental y desempeño ocupacional. Objetivo En este estudio se analiza el desempeño ocupacional en las ocupaciones de tiempo libre de las mujeres migrantes haitianas en la región metropolitana de Chile. Método Se emplea un enfoque fenomenológico y cualitativo, con un diseño descriptivo que utiliza la entrevista semiestructurada como método de recolección de datos. El estudio ocurrió con tres mujeres migrantes que residen en la Región Metropolitana de Chile. Resultados Los resultados muestran que en los espacios privados predomina el cuidado del hogar y la crianza, mientras que en los espacios públicos se priorizan las ocupaciones de ocio. La elección de estas actividades está influenciada por diversos factores como el tiempo disponible, la motivación, aspectos económicos, climáticos y raciales, entre otros. Conclusión A pesar de la importancia atribuida a las ocupaciones de tiempo libre, estas están condicionadas y jerarquizadas, lo que resalta la necesidad de potenciar facilitadores, como la motivación, para superar las barreras contextuales identificadas. Este estudio cualitativo señala aspectos que podrían ser reconsiderados para futuras investigaciones.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician Perceptions and Evaluations about the Safety Culture and Responsibility Related Competencies
Authors: Güneş Tarık , Turhan Uğur , Açıkel Birsen
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT Aircraft maintenance operations are carried out by aircraft maintenance technicians (AMTs) with the necessary competencies and qualifications. The level of competency of maintenance technicians directly affects the safety and effectiveness of maintenance operations and flight operations. The aim of this study is to determine the safety culture and responsibility competencies and assessment methods for AMTs. Data related to the study were collected by conducting individual interviews and focus group discussions with 83 participants. The data were analyzed using the content analysis method and coding technique. As a result of individual interviews and focus group discussions with the participants, it was decided to use “safety perception (30.14%),” “aviation culture (29.58%),” “personal protective equipment (PPE) (28.73%),” “risk perception (6.48%),” and “occupational health and safety (5.07%)” to assess safety culture competency. It was decided to use “attendance (40.08%),” “work ethics (25.95%),” “reporting and suggestion (18.99%),” and “health and wellness (14.98%)” to assess responsibility competency. It has been determined that individuals such as technicians with relevant competencies, human factors specialists, and aviation psychology specialists should take part as assessors, as well as safety management system (SMS), quality, and human resources units in the assessment processes of the competencies.
COMPARISON OF MONO AND POLY-AXIAL PEDICLE SCREW FIXATION IN THORACOLUMBAR A3/A4 FRACTURES
Authors: VIALLE EMILIANO NEVES , PINTO BARBARA MIROSKI DE OLIVEIRA , GUASQUE JOANA BRETAS CABRAL RONDOM , VIALLE LUIZ ROBERTO GOMES , BERALDO RENATO FEDATO
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT Objective: This study aims to compare the use of mono-axial and poly-axial screws in AOSpine type A3 and A4 thoracolumbar fractures. Methods: Prospective case-control study involving patients treated surgically with short fixation using mono-axial or poly-axial screws. The type of treatment was chosen according to the surgeons’ preference and implant availability. The qualitative variables used were the type of implant (mono-axial or poly-axial), type of fracture (A3 or A4), neurological deficit, use of an additional screw in the fractured vertebra, and need for reoperation. The quantitative variables were preoperative Cobb (CobbPre); immediate postoperative Cobb (CobbPOI); late postoperative Cobb (CobbPOL); Delta (∆) kyphosis; preoperative anterior vertebral body collapse (AVBC%); postoperative AVBC%; ∆ AVBC%. For quantitative variables, the Student’s T Test was used. Results: 35 patients were included, 22 in the mono-axial group (eight patients A3 and 14 A4) and 13 in the poly-axial group (two patients A3 and 11 A4). The postoperative AVBC% was statistically superior for the mono-axial group (mean of 0.60±0.09 in the pre-operative AVBC% to 0.77±0.11 in the post-operative), compared to the poly-axial group (0.60±0.12 to 0.69± 0.13), p=0.04. ∆ AVBC% was also statistically different (0.17±0.10 in the mono-axial group and 0.08±0.12 in the poly-axial group), p=0.01. The other quantitative variables had no significant differences. Conclusion: Surgical treatment using mono-axial screws was statistically superior in recovering anterior vertebral body height. Level of Evidence III; Prospective Case-Control Study.
Investigating the environment conditions of medicinal plants based on biodiversity and indigenous knowledge
Authors: Mohammadi Farzaneh , Ahmadi Abbas , Toranjzar Hamid , Esfandabad Bahman Shams , Mokhtarpour Mehdi
Published: February 2025

The protection of medicinal plants has been effective as a key factor in preserving the environment of medicinal plants. As such, this paper aims to map the environment of medicinal plants based on biodiversity and indigenous knowledge, in which its role is constantly seen in environmental studies. The study method was based on field survey in the target areas: Morvarid, Heiderabad, Dehmoord, Fath al-Mubin in Darab city in Fars province. Based on the findings of the study, a total of 89 species belonging to 43 families in the target areas were identified, with the highest frequency belonging to the Mint family. According to the results of studies, Anghozeh, Baneh, Thyme Shirazi, Arjan, Kenar, Jashir (Prangos), Lemon balm, Myrtus, cumins, and Kakuti in need of protective measures. Combining indigenous plant ethnological knowledge with new technologies along with high genetic diversity will be the way to control damage and protect the effective genes of medicinal plants. Ultimately, the elimination of the inheritance of desirable plant genes will lead to the erosive growth and acceleration of the regression of plant cover, which is considered as a rich chain and preserver of soil sanctity and stability of nature in the environment.
Indicators of the background spectral power of the EEG in patients with alcohol dependence complicated by exogenous organic brain disease
Authors: Galkin S.A. , Aksenov M.M. , Perchatkina O.E. , Mandel A.I. , Bokhan N.A.
Published: February 2025

Objective. To conduct a comparative analysis of EEG spectral power indicators in patients with alcoholism with- or without exogenous organic brain disease. Material and methods. An analysis of 119 EEG of patients with alcohol dependence was carried out. The presence of exogenous organic brain disease in patients was assessed retrospectively (through anamnesis). The EEG signals received from 16 electrodes were first divided into 3 frequency spectra (i.e. theta, alpha and beta), then the values of absolute spectral power were calculated, and then they were reordered, combined and topographically transferred to a spectral map. Data analysis was carried out in 5 different ways: electrode analysis, analysis based on cortical regions, lateralization, antero-posterior locus and throughout the whole cortex. Results. In the group of alcohol-dependent patients with comorbid exogenous organic brain damage, significantly (p<0.05) lower values of the spectral power of alpha activity on the Fp2, F3, F4, C3 and C4 electrodes as well as higher values of the spectral power of beta activity on the F8, T5 and T6 electrodes compared with the group of patients with «pure» alcohol dependence were observed. The intergroup data analysis, taking into account the topographic distribution, revealed significant differences in the spectral power of alpha activity in the prefrontal (F=4.201; p=0.043), frontal (F=3.951; p=0.049), central (F=4.033; p=0.047) and parietal (F=3.926; p=0.049) regions, as well as beta activity in the temporal region (F=5.656; p=0.019) of the cerebral cortex. Compared with patients suffering only from alcohol dependence, the group of patients with alcohol dependence and exogenous organic brain damage had significantly lower spectral power of alpha activity on the left (F=5.329; p=0.019) and on the right (F=5.191; p=0.027), as well as in the anterior locus (F=3.975; p=0.049). Conclusion. The results clearly indicate that the presence of exogenous organic brain damage in patients with alcohol dependence is accompanied by a change in the spectral power of the EEG mainly in the alpha frequency range.
A case of Becker muscular dystrophy in a woman with skewed X-chromosome inactivation
Authors: Korotkova D.G. , Karpova M.I. , Galiulina K.Yu. , Vasilenko A.F. , Shestakova M.V. , Kashko T.N. , Buyanova G.V.
Published: February 2025

The article presents a rare case of Becker muscular dystrophy symptoms development in a female patient manifested by weakness in the muscles of the lower limbs in youth. The diagnosis was established based on clinical symptoms, molecular-genetic testing, electromyography data, magnetic resonance imaging of the lower limb muscles, and blood creatine phosphokinase activity. DNA analysis using the next-generation sequencing «Large neurological panel» (Genomed laboratory, Moscow) yielded data supporting the presence of a deletion of the X chromosome segment with approximate boundaries 31323344—32809866 and a size of 1.486.522 bp, encompassing regions of the OMIM-annotated DMD gene. Multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification (MLPA) using commercial kits SALSA MLPA Probemix P034-DMDI and P035-DMD2 (MRC-Holland) was performed to search for deletions/duplications of exons 1—79 of the DMD gene. As a result of the analysis, a deletion of exons 7—62 of the DMD gene in a heterozygous state was identified. Thus, the presence of the deletion was confirmed by the reference method. DNA analysis was conducted to detect skewed X-chromosome inactivation. The results show an 87%:13% ratio, indicating skewed (non-random) X-chromosome inactivation (repeats count 24/26).
Development of a diagnostic and treatment algorithm for anxiety associated with somatic pathology in patients in general clinical practice. Resolution of the expert council
Authors: Samushiya M.A. , Al-Shukri A.S. , Baranov I.I. , Ekusheva E.V. , Livzan M.A. , Nenasheva N.M. , Tabeeva G.R. , Tamrazova O.B. , Tarasov A.V. , Chernova A.A.
Published: February 2025

The Expert Council was devoted to the development of the algorithm of diagnostics and treatment of anxiety disturbances in patients with somatic diseases in general clinical practice. Expert level clinicians from various medical fields took part in the creation of the algorithm, which allowed to take into account different clinical approaches and opinions. The algorithm is aimed at identifying anxiety disturbances in patients with a somatic profile and their timely treatment. Temgicoluril was discussed as one of the recommended drugs for the treatment of anxiety conditions in outpatient somatic practice.
Non-invasive biomarkers for early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease in bodily fluids
Authors: Kovalenko E.A. , Makhnovich E.V. , Pervunina A.V. , Gileva E.A. , Bogolepova A.N.
Published: February 2025

One of the urgent problems of modern health care is Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and its early diagnosis. This is due to the rapid global spread of AD, the lack of pathogenetic therapy, and the ability to stabilize the progression of cognitive impairment in the early stages of the disease. Currently, only an autopsy can confirm the diagnosis of AD with 100% reliability, and classical laboratory and instrumental methods of diagnosis verification are difficult to implement in routine clinical practice due to several limitations. That is why the study of new and available biomarkers identified in human bodily fluids is promising for the early diagnosis of AD. The review addresses the problem of AD verification using markers in human bodily fluids, which can be obtained in a non-invasive way. Potential biomarkers of AD in saliva, tear fluid, urine, and nasal secretion are reviewed, and their prognostic values as AD indicators in the early stage are evaluated.
SIMULATION OF HIGH-TEMPERATURE CORROSION BEHAVIOR OF Ti6Al4V ALLOY IN MARINE ENVIRONMENTS
Authors: Zhu Rongtao , Zhang Liang , Bo Yuan , Chen Wei , Chen Shilu , Chi Shan , Guo Chunjiang , Xie Zhiwen
Published: February 2025

High-temperature oxidation and corrosion behavior of Ti6Al4V alloy at 650 °C for 1000 h were investigated using a salt mixture (25 w/% NaCl and 75 w/% Na2SO4) as the thermal corrosion medium. The mass increase due to the alloy’s oxidation and thermal corrosion were analyzed quantitatively. The surface morphology and cross-sectional structure of the alloy after oxidation and thermal corrosion were scrutinized and analyzed via X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS). Results show that Ti6Al4V alloy exhibits a certain antioxidant property in a high-temperature oxidation environment at 650 °C, but this antioxidant property is gradually weakened with the prolongation of the oxidization time. The synergistic effect of oxygen and hot salt further accelerates the corrosion degradation of the oxide layer of Ti6Al4V alloy in the high-temperature hot-salt environment at 650 °C.
EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF FINE AGGREGATE IN PERVIOUS CONCRETE
Authors: Rahul R. , Ravi Kumar M. S.
Published: February 2025

Pervious concrete is categorized as porous concrete due to its pore structure and high permeability. The permeability coefficient generally increases with porosity. A 4.75–12.5 mm coarse aggregate is used to make pervious concrete. An experimental study on the impact of a fine aggregate in pervious concrete is conducted in our investigation. The research mix design is done in accordance with American Concrete Institute 522R-10 and Indian Standard 10262. The proportion of water to cement is kept constant. Also, fine aggregates are added to the mix in increments of 2 %, ranging from 0 to 10 %. After adding a fine aggregate, the measured permeability yields various findings. The permeability of pervious concrete diminishes as fine aggregate is added. Also, various parameters such as compressive strength, porosity, split tensile strength, flexural strength and density are computed and analysed. American Concrete Institute 522R-10 states that designs should not include fine aggregate additions greater than 10 % of pervious concrete mixes. Beyond this point, strength is reduced. The flexural strength, compressive strength and splitting tensile strength of pervious concrete mixtures are all increased at an 8 % sand content.
Renaturalização de Bacias Hidrográfica Urbanizadas
Authors: Gaillac Luiza de Bastos , Rutkowski Emília Wanda , Dalbelo Thalita dos Santos
Published: February 2025

El trabajo tiene como objetivo evaluar proyectos de renaturalización de cuencas urbanizadas. La revisión bibliográfica se centra en el historial del proceso y en los datos cualitativos sobre recuperación ambiental, ecosistemas urbanos y manejo de las aguas mediante el cual se desarrolló la metodología de análisis. El trabajo se basa en investigaciones ya desarrolladas por los grupos de investigación CEUCI/FAPESP y FLUXUS/CNPq.
Integração de Bacias Hidrográficas no Planejamento Urbano
Authors: Carignani Gisele , Reis Victor Bruno Gonçalves dos , Oliveira Caio Cesar Tomaz de
Published: February 2025

This study addresses the integration of watersheds into urban planning, highlighting the challenges and potential for sustainability. The aim is to discuss the fragmentation of urban policy and the need for more cohesive and sustainable planning, based on a literature review and analyses of specific cases. The methodology includes a systematic literature review and the analysis of empirical data from various sources, such as case studies, scientific articles, and official documents. The originality of the research lies in the integrated approach to watershed management and urban planning, which is underexplored in the Brazilian context. The study emphasizes the importance of considering natural and hydrological characteristics in urban development, promoting a holistic view that combines urban planning with environmental sustainability. The results reveal that, despite the existence of the City Statute since 2001, Brazilian cities still face significant difficulties in ensuring the social function of the city and achieving sustainability. The main obstacles include the fragmentation of public policies and the lack of an integrated ecological approach. The study concludes that incorporating watershed management into urban planning can serve as a tool for creating more cohesive cities, suggesting the need for a shift in urban planning practices to better address environmental and social demands. This work contributes to the debate on sustainable cities by offering an perspective on the integration of hydrological and urban aspects.
Gender outpatient cardiology in the ASL Bari: the WOMAN PROJECT 2.0
Authors: Lillo Adele
Published: February 2025

Le malattie cardiovascolari (MCV) continuano a rappresentare la principale causa di mortalità nel mondo, con una prevalenza maggiore, seppur ritardata di un decennio, nelle donne rispetto agli uomini. Infatti solo nel 2020 le MCV hanno determinato quasi il 50% dei decessi a livello globale. Per questo è indispensabile una stratificazione precoce del rischio cardiovascolare (CV) nella donna che tenga conto non soltanto del diverso impatto dei fattori di rischio tradizionali, comuni col sesso maschile, ma che consideri anche i fattori predominanti nel sesso femminile, i fattori correlati al periodo riproduttivo, alla fase della gravidanza ed alla menopausa. Di qui la necessità di creare un ambulatorio di Cardiologia di Genere dedicato alla stratificazione, all’approfondimento ed alla valutazione diagnostica e terapeutica delle donne nelle tre fasi più importanti della loro vita. Da gennaio 2020 a settembre 2024 abbiamo valutato 780 donne, con un’età media di 65 anni, per lo più affette da ipertensione arteriosa ed ipercolesterolemia. I risultati ottenuti e l’entusiasmo delle pazienti hanno permesso l’inserimento del nostro Ambulatorio di Cardiologia di Genere nel Bilancio di Genere 2020 della ASL BARI, e l’apertura a gennaio 2024 di un’agenda dedicata solo a donne in menopausa, denominata “Progetto Menopausa”, con l’obiettivo di un approccio multidisciplinare e di una più completa stratificazione del rischio.
Takotsubo Syndrome: Results From the GEIST Registry
Authors: Santoro Francesco , D'Alessandro Damiano , Niglio Francesco Paolo , Brunetti Natale Daniele
Published: February 2025

La Sindrome di Takotsubo o cardiomiopatia da stress, costituisce una forma acuta e reversibile di insufficienza cardiaca, descritta per la prima volta nel 1991, con una prognosi non così favorevole come inizialmente considerato. Questa review si propone di descrivere le basi fisiopatologiche, l’inquadramento diagnostico, i fattori precipitanti, la classificazione in forme primarie e secondarie e le possibili terapie farmacologiche della Sindrome di Takotsubo. Il registro multicentrico prospettico GEIST (German, Italian, Spanish Takotsubo syndrome) dal 2017 vede la collaborazione di 18 centri spagnoli, 11 italiani e 4 tedeschi ed ha consentito la definizione di aspetti epidemiologici e prognostici e terapeutici di questa sindrome. Scopo della review è fornire gli ultimi aggiornamenti su questa sindrome anche alla luce dei dati del registro GEIST.
Sex hormones, microbiota, and metabolic diseases
Authors: Roggiani Sara , Bernardi Alice , Brigidi Patrizia
Published: February 2025

Le patologie metaboliche, come obesità, sindrome metabolica e diabete di tipo 2, sono in costante crescita nei paesi industrializzati, costituendo una delle principali problematiche per la salute pubblica a livello globale. Queste patologie mostrano un chiaro dimorfismo sessuale nella prevalenza e nello sviluppo, attribuibile in larga parte al ruolo degli steroidi sessuali, principalmente estrogeni e testosterone. Le differenze di genere osservate nella composizione del microbiota intestinale hanno portato a molteplici studi che evidenziano l’interazione bidirezionale tra ormoni steroidei e microbiota intestinale e la sua influenza sulle patologie metaboliche. Questa revisione della letteratura mira ad esplorare il ruolo degli ormoni sessuali e del microbiota intestinale nelle differenze di genere caratterizzanti lo sviluppo di malattie metaboliche, concentrandosi su obesità, sindrome metabolica, diabete mellito di tipo 2 e malattie cardiovascolari, offrendo nuove prospettive per la medicina personalizzata e per strategie terapeutiche mirate basate sulla modulazione del microbiota intestinale.
Multiplex Immunofluorescence for Human Pancreatic Ganglia v1
Authors: Ewing Samuel , Huang Hong , Haselden Sydney , Nasif Lith , Campbell-Thompson Martha
Published: February 2025

Purpose: This protocol is a multiplex immunofluorescence (MxIF) protocol adapted from t-CyCIF (dx.doi.org/10.17504/protocols.io.bjiukkew) and bleach & stain (Bady et al. 2023) protocols. Our protocol involves sequential incubations of primary antibodies using combinations of Opal reagents and fluorescence conjugated secondary antibodies for tyramine signal amplification (TSA) visualization following by standard immunofluorescence for primary antibodies not requiring TSA. Each cycle can consist of 4 or more primary antibodies depending on imaging equipment. Within and between staining cycles, antigen retrieval is performed to strip primary and secondary antibodies. Between staining cycles, a bleaching procedure is included to quench autofluorescence and deposited Opal TSA fluorescence. This protocol can be adapted to include a wide variety of primary antibodies with different combinations of Opal reagents and fluorescence conjugated secondary antibodies. Expected Outcome: By carefully selecting combinations of primary antibodies, secondary antibodies, and Opal reagents, one can visualize numerous markers in a single tissue section while avoiding cross-reactivity. As described by Bady et al., this allows for up to 15-20 antibodies to be applied to a single tissue section rather than the typical 4-7 antibodies that can be used in a single run. Scope: This protocol can serve as reference source for immunostaining human pancreas endocrine cells and intrinsic autonomic ganglia and is expected to also work well for formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded samples.
Environmental DNA (e-DNA) extraction from soil v1
Authors: Pombubpa Nuttapon , Chindamporn Ariya , Kraisitudomsook Nattapol , Andrew Robert Gow Neil , Nur Maulana Malik Ibrahim Syahriar , Aranda Fahrudin Fikran
Published: February 2025

Soil harbors diverse microorganisms, including fungi that play crucial environmental roles but can also harm plants, animals, and humans through infections or spore exposure. In 2022, the WHO released several pathogenic fungi, including Fusarium group, Mucorales and Eumycetoma agents, which are prevalent in Thailand's agricultural soils and have caused significant human infections. Despite this, the genetic mechanisms behind their infections and antifungal resistance remain poorly understood, particularly in Southeast Asia. Antifungal resistance to major drug classes, such as azoles, echinocandins, and polyenes, is increasing, driven by specific resistance genes. To address these challenges, we propose establishing a Southeast Asian (SEA) network of mycologists to study fungal pathogens, focusing on collecting soil samples, extracting fungal genomic DNA, and creating a comprehensive genome database. This initiative will improve detection and management of drug-resistant fungi, enhance clinical treatments, and strengthen agricultural biosecurity. By leveraging genomic technologies and fostering international collaboration, the project aims to develop targeted strategies against fungal infections and resistance, benefiting public health, food security, and sustainable agriculture across SEA. Establishing a fungal biobank and expert network will support long-term efforts to combat antifungal resistance, providing critical resources for swift and accurate responses to fungal threats.
Violence, Hate Speech, and Gender Bias: Challenges to an Inclusive Digital Environment
Authors: Römer-Pieretti Max , Esteban-Ramiro Beatriz , Canelón Silva Agrivalca
Published: February 2025

This thematic issue examines the complex and current intersection between violence, hate speech, and gender bias in digital environments. It explores how digital spaces (encompassing social networks, news platforms, and online multiplayer games) can both perpetuate and challenge systemic inequalities. Contributions present diverse methodologies, including longitudinal analyses, qualitative studies, and systematic reviews, to uncover the mechanisms underlying digital violence and exclusion. This issue highlights the urgency of addressing digital exclusion to safeguard democratic values and social cohesion. It aims to inspire new research and inform policies that build more inclusive and equitable digital environments, laying the groundwork for future social science research and practice.
SPIRITUAL AND MORAL MOTIVES OF TARAS SHEVCHENKO'S CREATIVITY
Authors:   Stepan Gzhytskyi National University of Veterinary  Medicine and Biotechnologies of Lviv, Lviv, Ukraine, Ohirko Oleh
Published: February 2025

B a c k g r o u n d . The creativity of our national prophet Taras Shevchenko during the Ukrainian-Russian war is an urgent problem today. His spiritual and moral appeals to the Ukrainian people need to be rethought from the standpoint of Christian faith and morality, since in the past Soviet ideology tried to present Kobzar as an atheist, blasphemer, and democratic revolutionary, a "forerunner of the October Revolution", who allegedly saw our future only in unity with the Russian by the people The word God, which Shevchenko always wrote with a capital letter, was traditionally presented with a small letter in the Soviet editions of Kobzar. There were even cases when some words were deliberately changed in Taras Shevchenko's poems so that the content of his poetry seemed godless. Taras's poem "Diggered Grave" was, as a rule, not included in the content of "Kobzar" in the times of the so-called "friendship of nations".
M e t h o d s . Methods of moral and spiritual analysis of the work of our famous poet and artist were used. The poetry of Taras Shevchenko was analyzed from the standpoint of Christian faith and morality.
R e s u l t s . The origin and pedigree of our great Ukrainian genius is revealed. The main spiritual and moral categories used by Taras Shevchenko in his work were studied, namely: God, prayer, problems of good and evil, fraternity, justice, truth, will. The motives of Shevchenko's complaint against the church order and certain clergymen, who were indifferent to the fate of the Ukrainian people, are indicated. Emphasis is placed on a number of works of the great Kobzar, which were devoted to spiritual and moral themes.
C o n c l u s i o n s . It is presented that the literary and artistic work of our Kobzar bears the stamp of Christian faith and morality and great love for the Motherland and the Ukrainian people. Emphasis is placed on the poetic stylization of certain literary works of Shevchenko, which were based on the books of the Old Testament. Shevchenko was truly our national prophet, because he spoke in the name of God about the fate and misfortune of his long-suffering people. The peculiarity of the sacred work of Taras Shevchenko is emphasized, since he painted some churches and monasteries in Ukraine. Taras Shevchenko's Ukrainian centrism and his keeping a clear conscience are emphasized.
Source Parameter Estimation Using Site-Corrected Source Spectra for the 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake Sequence in Southern California
Authors: Ahn Byeong Seok , Kang Tae-Seob , Yoo Hyun Jae
Published: February 2025

We estimated source parameters, such as corner frequency (fc), stress drop (Δσ), and seismic moment (M0) for the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake sequence in southern California. Source spectra used to estimate the source parameters were corrected with the site decay parameter (κ0) along with geometrical spreading and inelastic attenuation. The Ridgecrest dataset consisting of 12,943 events from the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake sequence, distributed by the Community Stress Drop Validation Study of the Southern California Earthquake Center, offers opportunities to explore self-similarity between events and compare source parameter estimates across multiple studies. Using the dataset, κ-values were measured from a linear slope of the natural logarithm of acceleration Fourier spectrum at high frequencies (6–39 Hz). Consequently, the κ0-values of 46 stations were obtained using two methods based on the distance dependence of κ. The source parameters for 9966 events were estimated using the Snoke method (Snoke, 1987). The measurement of κ revealed an obvious magnitude dependence at most stations, and depth dependence at shallower depths (∼3 km) was observed at 31 stations. By correcting source spectra with κ0, alignment with the Brune model was improved, increasing the accuracy of fc and Δσ. Across 736 selected events with a magnitude range of Mw 2.0–4.9, we found negligible dependence between magnitude and Δσ (with a median value of 12.6 MPa), consistent with event self-similarity. We attribute the observed depth dependence of Δσ to vertically heterogeneous attenuation with depth. Despite uncertainties in the estimation of κ0 and the source parameters, the median of Δσ falls within the range of those of previous studies, but we found stronger evidence of self-similarity (Trugman, 2020; Shearer et al., 2022; Bindi et al., 2023a,b). Collectively, these findings suggest that our method for correcting the spectrum is sound.
María mártir. Pasión y muerte en la hoguera de una española en Jerusalén (c. 1578)
Authors: De Lama Víctor
Published: February 2025

Se estudian quince testimonios sobre un acontecimiento que impactó en el reinado de Felipe II: que una mujer cristiana había sido arrojada a la hoguera en Jerusalén un Domingo de Ramos. María había llegado como una peregrina más a Tierra Santa, pero no regresó como era habitual, sino que decidió quedarse allí; quería terminar sus días predicando su fe ante los musulmanes en el mismo lugar donde fue crucificado Jesucristo. El martirio adquirió una notable difusión, pues los textos están escritos en cinco lenguas diferentes: español, latín, francés, italiano y alemán. La variedad de documentos que ha sobrevivido es una manifestación concreta de los procedimientos de transformación lingüística y literaria que se produjeron para llegar a versiones tan dispares. Este estudio ayuda a conocer y valorar cómo por diferentes canales de comunicación puede difundirse una misma noticia, así como algunos mecanismos de creación literaria y de utilización propagandística en la época.
The world faces a new viral threat: monkeypox
Authors: Bongurala Archana Reddy , Kadam Sandhya J. , Nguyen Vy , Patel Mira , Sharma Rishika , Srivastava Anshuman
Published: February 2025

Monkeypox, a zoonotic viral disease, has re-emerged globally, presenting a significant public health challenge. Initially affecting primarily men who have sex with men, the virus has demonstrated broader transmission patterns, raising concerns about its potential to become endemic. The recent outbreak has highlighted the rapid spread of Monkeypox through close contact, particularly during sexual activity. This shift in transmission dynamics necessitates a robust global response, including surveillance systems, contact tracing, and vaccination campaigns. Understanding the virus's epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and transmission routes is crucial for effective prevention and control. While supportive care remains the primary treatment, antiviral medications and vaccines offer additional tools to mitigate the impact of Monkeypox outbreaks. Continued vigilance and timely interventions are essential to prevent further spread and protect public health.
Effect of Aging and Different Surface Treatments on the Repair Microshear Bond Strength of a Nanohybrid Composite Resin
Authors: Hoorizad Ganjkar Maryam , Nasoohi Negin , Lesani Mahshad , Sanaee Neda
Published: February 2025

Objectives: Repair of composite resin restorations is a challenge specially when the restoration undergoes aging; thus, this study aimed to assess the effect of aging and different surface treatments on the repair microshear bond strength of IPS Empress Direct nanohybrid composite resin.
Materials and Methods: This in vitro, experimental study evaluated 48 IPS Empress Direct composite resin samples in two groups of aged and nonaged (n=24). The samples in both groups were finished and polished with Sof-Lex discs. Composite samples in the aged group were subjected to 5000 thermal cycles. The two groups were then divided into two subgroups (n=12) for surface roughening by a diamond bur or sandblasting with aluminum oxide particles. Composite cylinders were then bonded to the composite samples, and underwent microshear bond strength test in a universal testing machine. Data were analyzed by two-way ANOVA and t-test (alpha=0.05).
Results: The results showed no significant difference in the microshear bond strength of bur and sandblasted subgroups, irrespective of aging (P>0.05). In the aged subgroups, however, irrespective of the method of surface treatment, the bond strength was significantly lower than that in the subgroups that did not undergo the aging process (P<0.05).
Conclusion: Micromechanical retention is the most reliable method to achieve a high repair bond strength in IPS Empress Direct composite resin. Surface roughening by bur is safe and cost-effective, and can be used instead of sandblasting for composite restoration repair.