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Educação a Distância e Recursos Educacionais Abertos no Contexto Dialógico: uma Revisão Sistemática
Authors: Santos Erivaldo da Silva , Araujo Allyson Carvalho de
Published: April 2024

A busca por soluções de aprendizagem inovadoras e eficazes é constante, o que torna a Educação a Distância e os Recursos Educacionais Abertos aliados do ensino e da aprendizagem na contemporaneidade. O presente estudo busca identificar se a produção do conhecimento sobre REA em língua portuguesa apresenta apontamentos sobre os aspectos dialógicos de tais recursos educacionais, como os indicadores: contextualização e problematização das práticas, estímulo à participação e autonomia do aluno, linguagem clara e concisa, diálogo textual, bem como embasamento teórico. A condução desta revisão sistemática da literatura seguiu as diretrizes do PRISMA, declaração dos Principais Itens para Relatar Revisões Sistemáticas e Meta-análises, a partir de busca abrangente no Portal de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, com recorte temporal de 2018 a 2023. Após busca das palavras-chave “Educação a Distância” AND “Recurso Educacional Aberto” e a aplicação de critérios de inclusão e exclusão sob o exame de dois revisores independentes, foram incluídos nove estudos para análise. Os achados fornecem um panorama significativo sobre a produção de Recursos Educacionais Abertos para Educação a Distância e mostram que apenas 11% das publicações incluídas na revisão pronunciam a presença de enfoques dialógicos no escopo do REA, o que evidencia a necessidade de investigação mais profunda, abarcando seus componentes, intenção de ensino, princípios dialógicos, mediação tecnológica e formação de professores conteudistas.
 
Palavras-chave: Educação a distância. Recurso educacional aberto. Aspectos dialógicos.
Democratização do acesso ao Ensino Superior: a Educação a Distância na Unipampa
Authors: Coradini de Souza Mariana , Ilha Phillip Vilanova , Nicoletti Elenize Rangel
Published: April 2024

O Século XXI é marcado pela era digital do conhecimento, onde as Tecnologias Digitais da Informação e Comunicação estão presentes no nosso cotidiano e mudam a forma como nos relacionamos e interagimos com o mundo, inclusive na área da educação. No entanto, apesar das facilidades e das vantagens que a tecnologia oferece, ela também amplia as desigualdades sociais. A incorporação das Tecnologias Digitais da Informação e Comunicação na educação vem proporcionando mudanças, inclusive nos processos de ensino e aprendizagem, onde o uso da tecnologia aponta para novas alternativas de aprendizagem como a modalidade de Educação a Distância (EaD). O presente estudo objetiva analisar o desenvolvimento da política pública do Universidade Aberta do Brasil no nível superior, com base na evolução dos cursos de graduação EaD na Universidade Federal do Pampa, desde a sua implementação. Utiliza a metodologia de revisão bibliográfica e pesquisa documental junto a Divisão de Educação a Distância da instituição. Como principais resultados observa-se que essa modalidade de ensino está avançando na Universidade Federal do Pampa e se interiorizando no estado do Rio Grande do Sul, através das parcerias com os polos pertencentes ao Universidade Aberta do Brasil. Destaca-se que o foco dos cursos é a formação de professores. Ainda, apresenta redução no número de alunos matriculados em todos os cursos EaD no Universidade Aberta do Brasil no período analisado. 
 
Palavras-chave: Educação a distância. Tecnologia na educação. Graduação. Universidade Aberta do Brasil.
Enhancing the Properties of Natural Products and Other Drugs: Deuterium: A Novel Approach
Authors: Koushika M. , Anjana G. V.
Published: April 2024

Deuterium substitution is a new approach used to enhance the metabolic profile of a drug. The carbon-deuterium bond seems to be stronger than a usual carbon-hydrogen bond. It leads to improved biological half-life and prolonged action of the drug. The deuterated drugs also show improved pharmacokinetics of the drug and reduce the dosing frequency. This paves the way for drugs from natural sources with good therapeutic effects but poor pharmacokinetic profiles, which can be deuterated for improved properties. Though this seems to be an alternate pathway, the isotope exchange with hydrogen has to be studied well for toxicity and the safety profile of the drug should be evaluated. The present review provides an outline of the deuterium approach in natural products and other drugs which are opted for deuterium to improve the metabolic profile.
Comparison of Estimation of Fetal Weight by Clinical Method, Ultrasonography and its Correlation with Actual Birth Weight in Term Pregnancy
Authors: Roy Avirupa Guha , Kathaley Manasi H.
Published: April 2024

Objective: To make a comparative evaluation of estimated fetal weight with actual birth weight by using: 1. Aymphysiofundal height x abdominal girth (dares formulae) 2. Ultrasonography (hadlock formulae). Materials and Methods: A prospective comparative study was carried out at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department and USG section of Department of Radiodiagnosis of Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College and research centre from August 2014 to December 2016, to compare the accuracy of clinical and ultrasonographic estimation of foetal weight with actual birth weight at term. One hundred pregnant women who fulfilled the inclusion criteria had their foetal weight estimated independently using clinical and ultrasonographic methods. Results: About three fourth of the study subjects were in normal weight range of 2.5-4 Kg while 16% were LBW and 8% were VLBW babies. Both Dare's and Hadlock's formulae shows good co-relation with actual birth weight across all weight ranges (r- 0.77 and 0.72; p<0.05 for both) with best correlation observed at weight range of 2.5 to 3.5 Kg. Correlation was slightly lower at extremes of weight at both end. In present study, on comparing prospectively clinical and sonographic methods of predicting birth weight prior to induction of labor at term, we found that clinical estimates appear to be as accurate as ultrasonographic ones. Conclusion: In developing country where ultrasound is not available in many health care delivery system, clinical estimation of foetal weight is an easy, cost effective and simple method.
Clinical Study on Etiology, Onset and Clinical Manifestations of Neonatal Seizures
Authors: Patil Suhas V. , Ahire Nilesh V. , Reddy Karthik , Karne Tripti , Joshi Deepa
Published: April 2024

Background: Neonatal seizures are clinically significant because very few are idiopathic. Further investigation leading to prompt diagnosis of the underlying condition is important because many of the etiologies have specific treatment. Time of onset of seizures has correlation with etiology. Objectives: The objective of the present study is to know the etiology of neonatal seizures, to know the time of onset of neonatal seizures and its relation to etiology and to know the various types of seizures in neonates. Methodology: The present study included 127 neonates presenting with Neonatal seizures admitted to NICU (Neonatal Intensive care Unit) of tertiary care hospital from August 2014 to December 2016. Detailed antenatal, natal and post natal history were taken and examination of baby done and HIE staged according to Modified Sarnat's staging. Then relevant investigations were done and etiology of neonatal seizures was diagnosed. Results: In the present prospective study, out of 127 neonates studied, 118 were full-term, among these 88 (69.3%) were AGA (Average for gestational age) and 30 (23.6%) were SGA (Small for gestational age). 7 babies (5.5%) were preterm. Male: Female ratio in our study was 1.6:1. In our study onset of seizures within first 3 days of life was seen in 101 neonates (79.5%). After 3 days of life, 26 neonates developed seizures (20.5%). Onset of seizures within first 3 days of life of had statistically significant correlation with birth asphyxia as the etiology with p<0.001. Subtle seizures were the commonest type of seizures in our study (49 cases – 38.6%), followed by GTS (Generalized tonic seizures - 42 cases – 33.1%), multifocal clonic (19 cases – 15%) and focal clonic seizures (8 cases - 6.3%). Birth asphyxia was the commonest cause of neonatal seizures in our study (84 cases – 66.1%) followed by hypoglycemia (22 cases – 17.3%) and meningitis (11 cases 8.7%). Out of 84 cases of birth asphyxia 66 (78.6%) mothers had prolonged second stage of labour and 28 (33.3%) had MSAF (Meconium Stained Amniotic Fluid). Hypoglycemic seizures were more common in LBW (Low Birth Weight) babies with statistically significant p<0.001. Conclusion: The recognition of etiology of neonatal seizures is often helpful with respect to prognosis and treatment. The most common etiology for neonatal seizure is HIE (Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy) and is frequently associated with perinatal risk factors. Onset of seizures during first 3 days of life has significant correlation with HIE as etiology. Hypoglycemic seizures are more common in LBW babies. Subtle seizures are commonest type of clinical seizures, which is difficult to identify, therefore careful observation of at risk newborns is necessary.
A Cross-sectional Study of Psychiatric Morbidity in Adult Amputees in a Tertiary Health Care Institute
Authors: Juneja Robin , Prasad B. S. V.
Published: April 2024

Background: Amputation has an impact on quality of life of the individual due to immediate limitation in the physical activities. There are significant repercussions on occupational, economical and social functioning, contributing to psychiatric morbidity. Aims and Objective: To study socio-demographic profile and evaluate the psychiatric morbidity in amputees of age between 18-60 years. Material and Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out on Consecutive 70 new and follow-up cases of amputees who were being treated by Surgery or Orthopedics department of a tertiary health care centre. Results: Out of 70 patients Psychiatric morbidity was found in 32 (45.71%) of amputees. 25 (35.71%) were diagnosed with major depressive disorder, 5 (7.14%) had panic disorder and 2(2.86%) had post-traumatic stress disorder. There was significant association between psychiatric morbidity and patients living in nuclear family, patients in the age group 31 to 40 years, had amputation on dominant side, and had neuropathic pain after amputation and phantom limb experience after amputation. Conclusion: Psychiatric morbidity was found in 45.71% of amputees. The most common psychiatric morbidity in amputees was Major depressive disorder.
Clinical Study of Acute Appendicitis with Special Reference to Alvarado Score
Authors: Borse Hemantkumar Gopal , Jayverdhan
Published: April 2024

Background: Acute appendicitis is the acute inflammation of the appendix. It is surgical emergency, which is associated with morbidity and mortality occasionally. There are many scoring systems for the diagnosis of acute appendicitis, of these Alvarado score is simple scoring system that can be instituted easily in outpatient setting. It is purely based on history, clinical examination and few laboratory tests. The objectives of the study were to evaluate efficacy of Alvarado scoring system in preoperative diagnosis of acute appendicitis and correlating it with postoperative findings. Material and Methods: A prospective study was conducted on 45 patients presenting with symptoms and signs of acute appendicitis at Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College, Nashik from August 2014 to December 2016. The patient who met the inclusion criteria were evaluated using Alvarado scoring system. Result: In present study 45 cases with a clinical diagnosis of acute appendicitis were studied. Majority (44.44%) were in the age group of 21-30 years. In this study, 24 patients (53.33%) were male and 21 patients (46.67%) were female with male to female ratio (1.1:1). Pain was the most common presenting symptom (100%). Out of 45 patient 34 patients (75.56%) have score >7 and 11 patient (24.44%) have score <7 and among these 38 patients (84.44%) got operated. Appendix was inflamed in 63.16% cases. Conclusions: Alvarado scoring system is an easy, simple, cheap, reliable and safe tool in pre operative diagnosis of acute appendicitis and can work effectively in routine practice.
The Comparative Effects of Transdermal and Intramuscular Diclofenac for Postoperative Analgesia in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Authors: Abnave Aditi Maruti , Sanka Sunita Sunil
Published: April 2024

Aims and Objectives: To compare the analgesic effectiveness of transdermal diclofenac patch and intramuscular diclofenac in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy. To compare the adverse effects of transdermal Diclofenac patch and intramuscular diclofenac. Methods: Sixty ASA I and II patients of either sex aged eighteen to sixty years ready for laparoscopic cholecystectomy were enclosed during this study. Patients were divided into 2 groups, A (n = 30) received transdermal diclofenac patch (100 mg) three hours before surgery B (n = 30) intramuscular diclofenac (75 mg) was given forty five minutes before surgery. Postoperative pain was assessed using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Adverse effects were noted over a period of twelve hours. Patients with VAS score greater than 3 received intravenous tramadol 2mg/ kg to relieve pain. Results: In each group the VAS scores were higher for ten hours post surgery. There was no significant difference in the surgical pain in both the groups. There was no significant difference in both the groups statistically for the need of rescue analgesia. Erythema was observed in group A patients whereas pain at injection site and rubor was observed in group B who received the injection diclofenac.Conclusion: Diclofenac skin patch and IM injection are unit comparable in terms of effectiveness for pain relief in surgical laparoscopic cholecystectomy patients. Transdermal patch is thought of as an efficient, non-invasive and value effective means of managing surgical pain.
The Functional Outcome of Bimalleolar Fractures Treated by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation with Screws and Plates
Authors: Joshi Satyen , Mahajan Brijbhushan , Gajjar Arpit
Published: April 2024

Background and Objective: Bimalleolar fractures are one of the most common fractures in orthopaedic traumatology. As with all intra articular fracture, malleolar fracture necessitate accurate reduction and stable internal fixation. When malleolar fractures are not reduced accurately they may lead to post traumatic painful restriction of motion or osteoarthritis or both. To study the functional outcome and result of surgical treatment of bimalleolar fractures and to know the complication of open reduction internal fixation in bimalleolar fractures. Materials and Methods: A prospective study of thirty patients of age group of 18-60 years of acute bimalleollar fractures irrespective of gender, done at medical college and research centre. Fractures were classified on basis of danis-weber classification system. They were treated with open reduction and internal fixation with canulatedcancellous screws for medial malleoli and plates for lateral malleoli. Post operatively sequential radiographs at 0, 2 and 6 months are taken and functional evaluation is done by olerud and molander ankle score. Result: Olerudmolander ankle score was used to assess the functional outcome of the fracture fixation at 2, 3 and 6 months of follow up. At 2 months majority of patients were showing poor result at 3 months majority of patients showing fair result. And at 6 months majority of patients were showing excellent and good result. Conclusion: Understanding the mechanism of injury is essential for good reduction and internal fixation. The fibular length has to be maintained for lateral stability of the ankle. Anatomical reduction is essential in all intra articular fractures more so if a weight bearing joint like ankle joint is involved.
Choanal Atresia - A Rare Case Report
Authors: Bharadwaj Chaitanya , Burse K. S. , Kulkarni Shreeya V. , Ghai Sumeet Kaur , Shelke Sharyu
Published: April 2024

Choanal atresia is a rare congenital condition wherein there is unilateral or bilateral obstruction of posterior nasal passage. We report a case of bilateral choanal atresia in a two days old female presenting with chief complaints of respiratory distress since birth. Transnasal endoscopic surgery was used to obtain a patent airway.
Стратегическое планирование развития городов. Актуальные аспекты
Authors: Корнилова А.А. , Литвинова М.С.
Published: April 2024

На основе зарубежного опыта в статье выявлены ключевые моменты, которые могут быть применены в градостроительной практике других стран, а также предложены способы стратегического планирования, которые способны оказать влияние на формирование более устойчивых и качественных городов.
Алгоритм геотехнического расчета буроинъекционных свай-эрт
Authors: Соколов Н.С.
Published: April 2024

В практике геотехнического строительства внедряется технология буроинъекционных свай, выполненных по электроразрядной технологии. Существующая методика с использованием формул СНиП не позволяет в полной мере оценить напряженнодеформированное состояние в активной зоне при последовательном включении в работу уширений с ростом нагрузки на фундамент.
Использование свай при усилении оснований
Authors: Соколов Н.С.
Published: April 2024

Буроинъекционные сваи, изготавливаемые по электроразрядным технологиям (сваиЭРТ) показали высокую эффективность при усилении оснований реконструируемых и аварийных зданий. Сваи-ЭРТ по сравнению с другими буроинъекционными и буронабивными сваями имеют повышенные значения несущей способности, как по грунту, так и по материалу. В статье приведены случаи из строительной практики усиления основания фундаментов промышленных корпусов по производству легковых автомобилей и кузнечно-штамповочного цеха по изготовлению деталей ходовой части гусеничных тракторов. Благодаря использованию буроинъекционных свай-ЭРТ удалось предотвратить аварийные ситуации на этих объектах.
Понижение полов подвала с использованием свай
Authors: Соколов Н.С.
Published: April 2024

Разрядно-импульсная геотехническая технология (технология ЭРТ) устройства буроинъекционных свай является новым направлением в освоении подземного пространства. Благодаря ее специфике она является оригинальной и универсальной. В отличие от других технологий она позволяет изготовить буроинъекционные сваи и анкера ЭРТ в стесненных и наиболее стесненных условиях повышенной несущей способности. Технология, в которой одним из циклов устройства свай является использование генератора импульсных токов (ГИТ), способствует повышению качества изготовления свай и грунтовых анкеров ЭРТ, проявляющееся в соблюдении сплошности тела конструкции и свободному погружению в нее пространственных армокаркасов. Благодаря формированию высокоэнергетических импульсов и созданию условий, при которых образуется и развивается ударная волна в виде электрогидравлического эффекта в среде мелкозернистого бетона на грунт стенок буровой скважины качество изготовления конструкций ЭРТ возрастает. Использование технологии ЭРТ при новом строительстве в стесненных условиях даже в случаях максимального приближения к ранее построенным объектам позволяет заглублять новые фундаменты гораздо ниже их абсолютных отметок существующих.
Концепция благоустройства исторических кварталов
Authors: Шкотова О.В. , Ким Е.Д.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматривается актуальность благоустройства исторических сооружений, представляющие собой ценные объекты наследия, содержащие культурное значение. Однако, в связи с развитием города и изменениями в обществе, эти кварталы могут переживать упадок и деградацию. Цель концепции заключается в сохранении и оживлении их уникального характера, а также в обеспечении комфортных условий для проживания и отдыха жителей и туристов.
Вредители посевов сои и меры борьбы с ними
Authors: Димитриенко О.В.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье рассматриваются основные вредители соевых посевов, приводится их описание, вредоносность, а также признаки повреждений. Приводятся возможные меры борьбы – агротехнические, биологические и химические, а также мероприятия по предупреждению заражения. Актуальность тематики подтверждается высокой степенью зараженности посевов сои.
Путь ручейка к большой реке
Authors: Беденко О.А. , Семенова С.Н.
Published: April 2024

Целью работы является изучение водного потока от родников в окрестностях п. Гигант до впадения в реку Средний Егорлык у п. Агаренский, определение значимости прудов в окрестностях п. Гигант не только в создании микроклимата территории, но в питании более крупной реки, а также визуальное исследование экологического состояния родников и прудов в окрестностях п. Гигант. В задачи работы входит изучение пути стока воды от дубравы до реки Средний Егорлык; проведение визуальной оценки экологического состояния родников и прудов, а также привлечение внимания к сохранению водных объектов.
Модернизация ударного стенда УСП-5
Authors: Лайша А.К. , Лисин М.С. , Фомкин И.В. , Пичугин Е.А.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье рассматривается один из вариантов модернизации ударного стенда УСП-5. Согласно техническому заданию, ударный стенд оснащен пневматическим приводом, который используется для задания высоты подъема ударного механизма. Использование пневматического привода подразумевает также подвод к стенду не только электрической линии питания, но и пневматической, что образует лишние затраты и неудобства при его монтаже.
Использование и создание самодельных манипуляторов в учебных целях
Authors: Александров А.В. , Гудзь Ю.Ю. , Ермолаева В.В.
Published: April 2024

На сегодняшний день проблема не достаточной заинтересованности молодежи процессом получения знаний в средних и высших школах является важной и требует решения.
Интеграция искусственного интеллекта в образовательный процесс: перспективы, вызовы и воздействие на развитие образования и науки
Authors: Гайтимиров И.Р. , Ботоканова Б.А. , Товсултанов Р.А.
Published: April 2024

Научная статья рассматривает актуальные аспекты внедрения искусственного интеллекта (ИИ) в современные образовательные практики. Основываясь на анализе существующих исследований, данная работа выявляет потенциальные перспективы, а также выделяет вызовы, которые могут возникнуть при интеграции ИИ в образовательный процесс. Особое внимание уделяется воздействию этого инновационного подхода на развитие образования и науки.
Геотермические взаимодействия на метеостанции Восток: базовые алгоритмы машинного обучения и температурное прогнозирование
Authors: Жукова Ж.С. , Тимофеев-Каракозов А.А.
Published: April 2024

В статье проведено исследование климатических изменений и прогнозирования температуры на южном магнитном полюсе, с использованием данных метеостанции Восток в Антарктиде. Применены разнообразные алгоритмы машинного обучения для предсказаний и анализа данных за разные временные периоды. Наиболее важным выводом является то, что предсказание температур на этой локации остается сложной задачей из-за множества факторов, влияющих на климат в регионе.
Сравнительный анализ систем управления контентом
Authors: Нучаев С-С.Р. , Шишиханова М.Х. , Гузуева Э.Р.
Published: April 2024

Content management system (CMS) – система управления контентом. Она представляет собой информационную систему, позволяющую автоматизировать процесс создания сайта. На сегодняшний день большинство CMS представляют для пользователей широкий выбор возможностей, начиная от огромной библиотеки различных плагинов и заканчивая шаблонами, которые представляют из себя готовый макет сайта.
Автоматизация задач в CRM-системах с помощью искусственного интеллекта
Authors: Сулейманов Д.М. , Магомедов И.А.
Published: April 2024

Научная статья представляет собой обзор на возможности внедрения искусственного интеллекта в процессы систем управления взаимоотношениями с клиентами (CRM) для сокращения ресурсов на однообразные задачи, которые могли бы быть делегированы на ИИ. Это позволило бы управлять многими процессами более эффективно и точно с сохранением, либо с сокращением прежних затрат.
Влияние социальных сетей на психическое здоровье человека
Authors: Сулейманов Д.М. , Магомедов И.А.
Published: April 2024

Научная статья представляет собой анализ влияния социальных сетей на психическое здоровье человека в современном информационном обществе. В статье проводится комплексный анализ влияния таких факторов, как наличие или отсутствие у человека социальных сетей, его личный пользовательский опыт, характер публикаций, аудитория, с которой он взаимодействует, на психологическое и эмоциональное состояние.
Эволюция угроз в области информационной безопасности
Authors: Сухоруков Р.Н. , Беляева М.Б.
Published: April 2024

Статья "Эволюция угроз в области информационной безопасности" ис-следует историю и современные тенденции развития угроз в цифровой эпохе. В контексте быстрого технологического прогресса и глобализации авторы рассматривают переход от традиционных форм атак к более сложным и утонченным методам, таким как социальная инженерия и использование искусственного интеллекта. В дополнение к анализу угроз, авторы обсуждают современные методы защиты, включая использование искусственного интеллекта и кибергигиенических мер, а также вызовы и перспективы, стоящие перед областью информационной безопасности в будущем.
Блокчейн в кибербезопасности: Революционная защита от киберугроз
Authors: Сухоруков Р.Н. , Гнатенко Ю.А.
Published: April 2024

Данная статья исследует современные вызовы в области кибербезопасности и рассматривает блокчейн технологию как революционное средство защиты от киберугроз. Освещаются основные принципы блокчейн, такие как неизменяемость данных и децентрализация, а также подробно рассматриваются преимущества этой технологии в контексте кибербезопасности. Статья предоставляет примеры успешного применения блокчейн для защиты данных, обеспечивая прозрачность, целостность и устойчивость к транзакционным атакам.
Начертательная геометрия и инженерная графика как обязательный элемент строительный отрасли
Authors: Архипов Д.А. , Шарипов И.И.
Published: April 2024

Данная публикация анализирует важность изучения приемов начертательной геометрии и инженерной графики в процессе подготовки квалифицированных специалистов строительной отрасли.
Требования пожарной безопасности при эксплуатации бытовых электронагревательных приборов
Authors: Мелехин Я.В. , Сафронова И.Г.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье представлена статистика и основные причины возникновения пожаров, связанных с бытовыми электронагревательными приборами, рассмотрены пожарная опасность, условия эксплуатации, нормы размещения и требования пожарной безопасности для электроприборов.
Cнижение вероятности возникновения пожаров при проведении электросварочных работ
Authors: Вавилова А.А. , Сафронова И.Г.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье рассмотрена пожарная опасность при проведении электросварочных работ, перечислены основные требования при проведении электросварочных работ, приведена статистика и наиболее крупных пожары возникшие при проведении сварочных работ в стране.
Анализ состояния охраны труда и промышленной безопасности и разработка мероприятий по их улучшению на примере высшего учебного заведения
Authors: Ковалев Д.А. , Демин В.И.
Published: April 2024

В работе в качестве объекта исследования выбрана котельная Ку-банского государственного технологического университета, так как она относится к опасным производственным объектам. Исходя из этого, для оценки состояния охраны труда и промышленной безопасности в работе проведен анализ возможных ЧС на этом объекте. Дальнейшее исследование проведено для ситуации повышения давления в котле выше заданного. Для этого использованы методы деревьев отказа и событий. Определены последствия от возможного развития ситуации при взрыве котла. Разработаны мероприятия по повышению промышленной безопасности на исследуемом объекте. Сделан вывод о том, что внедрение предложенных мероприятий позволит снизить ущерб от возможной аварии и количество пострадавших.
Unravelling the dynamics of behavioral loyalty: A model for domestic tourists exploring Terengganu
Authors: Ghani Nur Izzati Ab , Nasir Muhamad Nasyat Muhamad , Mohamad Mahadzirah , Muhammad Norhilmi , Karim Fazida , Sulaiman Ruhaizan
Published: April 2024

This study examines a model for domestic tourists exploring Terengganu. The Terengganu Tourism Department is tasked with increasing tourist numbers, enhancing their expenditures through heightened allure and superior services, creating an indelible experiential milieu, and establishing Terengganu as a prominent destination. However, recent statistics depict Terengganu as experiencing a diminutive influx of domestic tourists and corresponding tourism receipts compared to other states. In 2018, Terengganu ranked ninth in domestic tourist visitations and associated receipts. Hence, this study aims to ascertain the determinants influencing behavioral loyalty among domestic tourists towards Kuala Terengganu. Data collection transpired through an online questionnaire deployed via Google Forms, synchronized with the global advent of COVID-19, which precipitated ramifications across nations. Respondents included domestic tourists visiting Kuala Terengganu. Data analysis involved 201 respondents, using structural equation modeling. The empirical findings describe that the attractiveness of the destination substantiates a discernible impact on tourist satisfaction. Furthermore, the outcomes highlight that tourist satisfaction exerts a noteworthy influence on eWord-of-mouth (eWOM) and behavioral loyalty. The findings indicate that tourist satisfaction comprehensively mediates the relationship between destination attractiveness and both eWOM and behavioral loyalty. It asserts that Kuala Terengganu’s distinctiveness from competing Malaysian destinations is facilitated by destination attractiveness, involving recreational amenities, leisure facilities, infrastructural attributes, and overall appeal. Consequently, proficient promotional strategies can be devised by Tourism Terengganu, accentuating the advantageous and captivating features of Kuala Terengganu’s attractions. These aspects are strategically tailored to resonate with the cognitive and emotional assessments of domestic tourists, instigating a proclivity to recurrently choose Kuala Terengganu as their preferred travel destination.
Perception of teachers towards blended teaching competence enhancement in Vietnam
Authors: Linh Doan Nguyet , Kasule George Wilson , Ninh Nguyen Van
Published: April 2024

Educational institutions regardless of context have been compelled to embed blended teaching as one of the orthodox instructional modes. The precursor for successful implementation of blended teaching is insight into current teacher competence with blended teaching and enhancement measures needed. This paper examines the perception of teachers on the current status of blended teaching competence and the relationship between participation in professional learning communities and blended teaching competence enhancement among high school teachers in Vietnam. The data comprised high school teachers’ impressions of blended teaching in high schools, collected through survey questionnaires. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics and Pearson Correlation. Findings reveal that teachers perceive the current status of blended teaching competence for high school teachers in Vietnam as moderate. Findings also unveil a very low positive but statistically significant relationship between participation in professional learning communities and blended teaching competence enhancement. This meaningful relationship serves as the foundation for broadening this study’s scope to include the investigation of establishing a professional learning community that meets the needs of teachers in blended teaching competence enhancement. This research initiates to help instructors raise awareness about the significance of blended teaching in the context of today's digital change in education. The suggestions are supplied to stakeholders as a valuable option for implementing and assisting teachers in developing blended teaching competence.
Paraurethral Leiomyoma: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Rastkar Elnaz , Kari Aila , Hatami Safura , Bastani Parvin
Published: April 2024

Paraurethral leiomyoma is a rare benign mass. Its rarity and complex anatomical proximities pose challenges in management. The authors report a case of a 35-year-old woman with a paraurethral leiomyoma that was successfully excised without complications. Histopathological examination is the gold standard for diagnosis; however, imaging can also assist in diagnosis before intervention.
Association Between Myelinated Nerves Fiber Layer and Choroidal Folds: A Case Report
Authors: Rezaei Leila , Nazarian Mohamad
Published: April 2024

This study aims to present an unusual combination of choroidal folds and a myelinated nerve fibre layer. The right eye of a 45-year-old male had been experiencing vision loss for the past six months. An ophthalmic examination revealed a distinct peripapillary white striated patch with feathered borders approximately two disc diameters in size at the nasal pole of the optic disc in both eyes. Choroidal folds involving the macula were also observed in the right eye. This is the first report of an association between a myelinated nerve fiber layer (MNFL) and choroidal folds.
An Unusual Presentation of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Never Smoker: A Case Report
Authors: Mathew Stacey Boban , Mynalli Adarsh B , Sharaf Shefil
Published: April 2024

Lung Cancer is one of the most common types of cancer found among smokers. However, approximately 10% of lung cancer patients are non-smokers. Non-smokers are frequently seen developing Adenocarcinoma, a type of non-small cell carcinoma with a female predominance. The incidence of Squamous cell carcinoma among non-smokers is very low. Moreover, studies have shown that tetra site metastasis in the case of Squamous cell carcinoma of the lung is almost as rare as 0.6% [1]. The authors report here in this article a case report of a rare and aggressive presentation of Squamous cell carcinoma in a non-smoker. This is a case of a 50-year-old male patient who is a non-smoker, presented with complaints of exertional dyspnoea and cough with expectoration for 3 months which had aggravated since 15 days, associated with hoarseness of voice and diffuse headache since 15 days. There was a history of significant weight loss and loss of appetite for 3 months. CECT thorax revealed a heterogeneously enhancing mass lesion in the anterior segment of the left upper lobe encasing the left pulmonary artery with evidence of liver, adrenal and vertebral metastasis. During the hospital stay, the patient developed complete ptosis of the right eye. MRI brain was done which showed features suggestive of metastasis involving bilateral cerebral and cerebellar hemispheres. USG guided lung biopsy was done and was suggestive of moderately differentiated Squamous cell carcinoma. The patient was planned to be further worked up for IHC markers and PET CT scan to determine the further line of treatment however, unfortunately, the patient succumbed to the disease within 1 week of histopathological diagnosis.
Choledochal Cyst with Pancreas Divisum – Surgical Insight into A Rare Association
Authors: Kaw Payal , Behari Anu , Sharma Supriya
Published: April 2024

Congenital pancreaticobiliary anomalies like pancreatic divisum (PD), choledochal cysts (CDC), anomalous pancreaticobiliary ductal union (APBDU) have been reported in 5.7% of patients undergoing magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography. CDC’s are characterized by abnormal dilatations of the intrahepatic and/or extrahepatic portion of the biliary tree and can be complicated by cystolithiasis, cholangitis, pancreatitis and malignant transformation necessitating surgical managemnet. While CDCs are commonly associated with APBDU, combination of CDC with PD is rare and a potential surgical challenge. We report a case of recurrent cholangitis in a patient with CDC and coincidental classic PD and illustrate how preoperative identification, fastidious dissection technique to safeguard both the pancreatic ducts and simple intraoperative preemptive strategies may decrease consequences of distal stump blowout. PD, pancreatic divisum; CBD, common bile duct; CDC, choledochal cysts; APBDU, anomalous pancreaticobiliary ductal union; MRCP, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography; DOS, Duct of Santorini; DOW, Duct of Wirsung; PTBD, percutaneous transhepatic biliary drainage; RYHJ, roux en Y hepaticojejunostomy.
Editorial – Publisher Transition Dynamics: Embracing the Change for Dubai Diabetes and Endocrinology Journal
Authors: AlAwadi Fatheya
Published: April 2024

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A Detailed Comparison regarding the of Knowledge Level of Final Year Dental Students of Isfahan Azad University with Other Statistical Communities in Other Studies, in Relation to Squamous Cell Cancer of the Oral Cavity
Authors: Sardarpour Mansour , Gohari Atusa Aminzadeh
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Oral squamous cell cancer (OSCC) constitutes 90% of oral cancers, the most important factors of which are smoking tobacco and drinking alcohol. Early detection of cancerous and precancerous lesions and subsequent referrals are the most important factors in reducing OSCC mortality. The purpose of this study is to compare the knowledge level of senior dental students of Isfahan Azad University regarding etiology, prognosis and treatment of OSCC lesions with three other statistical communities in other statistical populations( dental students in different years of studying, the graduates , and the doctors).
Methods: The present study was conducted in the academic year 2021-2022 on 82 senior students of the Faculty of Dentistry in Islamic Azad University, Isfahan Branch (Khorasgan) using census sampling method. The type of study was cross-sectional and descriptive-analytical. A researcher-made questionnaire, whose validity and reliability was calculated was distributed to the students by the researcher in person. Data analyses were done and statistical tests were examined at a significance level of 0.05. Finally, other studies with the same statistical communities were also examined through Google scholar, Scopus, Sid, Proquest and PubMed databases and the results (general and detailed) were compared with the present study.
Results: Of 82 students participating in the study, 47/9% were females, 80/5% were unmarried, and 74/4% were native people. The average score of awareness regarding the etiology dimension was 2/5 out of 3, while in the prognosis and treatment level, it was estimated as 3/44 out of 7. In addition, a significant difference was not observed between the average knowledge of students in both etiology and treatment dimensions, and the variables of gender, marital status, and residence status .
Conclusion: The results of the present study showed that the knowledge level of senior students in the Faculty of Dentistry in Islamic Azad University, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch, as in many statistical communities in other studies, is far from the ideal level. In order to improve these conditions, it is suggested that students have more contact with patients and oral lesions during the course of their studies. Moreover, more retraining courses (virtual or face-to-face) are recommended in the field of malignant and premalignant oral lesions.
Community Radios and Access to Information in Local Government Authorities in Tanzania
Authors: Mpehongwa Gasper
Published: April 2024

One of the challenges facing local government authorities in rural Tanzania is how to disseminate information to the citizens and obtain timely feedback. Decentralization which brings government close to the people was thought to increase information flow but empirical evidence proves otherwise. This paper sought investigated the contribution of emerging community radios in bridging information asymmetry in local government authorities. Data were collected through questionnaire survey and in-depth interviews. Results indicate that despite its popularity and coverage, very little information is disseminated through community radios due to lack of policy at LGAs level as well as conflicting national policies which still favor the center at the expense of local community approaches.
War on Terrorism in Pakistan: Security Challenges and Safety Prioritization
Authors: Akram Nabel , Tariq Komal
Published: April 2024

This paper highlights the dynamics of war on terror among the Pakistan, Afghanistan and the United States of America. It provides the strategic importance such as political, economic and militarily interests in the region. This study also shows the policies and strategies adopted by the US and Pakistan to save their interests in the American led war on terror. War against terror or war on terror, is an internationally military campaign that was launched by the Bush administration. The fatalistic incident known as 9/11 happened in 2001 in which approximately 2700 people were killed and numberless of injured fettered the wall of international politics. After this incident the government of America and world community were very much aggressive to take revenge from Al-Qaida network based in the Afghanistan.  This research tries to find out the answer of the research questions such as to analyze the Pak US relations since inception. American foreign policies towards Pakistan after 9/11. To analyze the policies made by Pakistan to combat terrorism domestically and strengthen political as well as military institutions.  Furthermore to analyze the policies of neighboring states such as India and Afghanistan towards the Pakistan.  To find out the answers of these research questions research has employed qualitative research methodology with interpretative approach with securitization theory. For data analysis descriptive and exploratory approaches has been used in this research. The core findings of the research that war on terror was combination of Mush and Bush to secure their interests in the region. Bush ruined the Al-Qaida network and Mush got an economic assistance.  US showed the supremacy to the world by led a war on terror. Pak US relations make its flow towards an alliance against terrorist’s network in Afghanistan. War on Terror was a complex war and essence a question of territorial sovereignty. This war on terror put the whole region at risk.
Authigenic Barite in Tailing Dumps: Mineralogical and Geochemical Data and Results of Physico-Chemical Modeling
Authors: Yurkevich Natalia V. , Shavekina Alfiia Sh. , Gaskova Olga L. , Artamonova Valentina S. , Bortnikova Svetlana B. , Volynkin Sergei S.
Published: April 2024

On the example of the Novo-Ursk tailing dump (Salair Ridge), the typomorphic characteristics of barite are considered. It was found that in the dumps, in addition to residual barite from pyrite-polymetallic ores, there are its authigenic varieties. Ore barite grains are found in the form of fragments of irregular shapes, less often grains of a tabular habit, have a dimension of 50–400 microns, Sr up to 1.41 wt.%. Newly formed barite occurs as single grains or clusters of round and elongated shapes or acicular crystals, ranging in size from 1–2 µm to larger aggregates that form veinlets or clusters in the siliceous matrix in association with jarosite and/or anhydrite. Among the impurities, Pb up to 6.33 wt.% was noted, less often Fe up to 0.73 wt.%, Sr up to 0.94 wt.%. It was shown by using thermodynamic modeling that the concentrations of Ba, SO4, Fe and Ca in solution vary within several orders of magnitude when the mineral composition of the tailings mound zones changes depending on the Eh–pH conditions of their formation. It has been suggested that the formation of barite along with pyrite may occur as a result of the action of a reductive biogeochemical barrier or a sulfate concentration barrier in the deeper parts of the section where supersaturation is achieved.The most informative typomorphic feature proving that barite was formed under tailings conditions is particle morphology, mineral association and chemical composition.
Sedimentation Conditions, Material Composition, and Reconstruction of the Rock Composition of the Feeding Provinces of the Visean Terrigenous Stage of the Bashkir Dome (Based on the Results of the Study of the Borehole Core in the South of the Perm Territory)
Authors: Plusnin Aleksey V. , Sulima Alexander I. , Staroselets Dmitry A. , Tomilina Elena M. , Isaeva Galina A. , Afonin Igor V. , Fedotov Ivan S. , Rabtsevich Evgenia S. , Bobrov Dmitry M. , Sergeev Mikhail S.
Published: April 2024

The lithologic-facial, mineralogical, petrographic, and lithogeochemical studies of Visean terrigenous sediments in the borehole section at the Bashkirian arch were carried out to clarify the sources of matter and sedimentation conditions. Terrigenous rocks of the Radayevsky and Bobrikovsky horizons are characterized by predominantly good sorting and pelletization of clastic material. A significant distance from the source of drifting is assumed. Terrigenous rocks of these horizons are sediments of the first and second sedimentation cycles. The rocks of the Tula horizon are characterized by average sorting and pelletization, which indicates the proximity of the drift source to the sedimentation basin. They are rocks of the first sedimentation cycle. The source of clastic material for the Radayevsky and Tula horizons was found to be rocks of acidic composition. For the beaver horizon, the acidic and the main source of drift was established. It is assumed that sedimentation of rocks occurred in coastal-marine conditions on the passive continental margin, with the inflow of clastic material from the inner parts of the East European Platform, due to overwashing of the early accumulated terrigenous rocks of the Devonian and Proterozoic, as well as destruction of the basement ledges, which were activated in the Early Visean time during the manifestation of folding. The presence of basic rocks in the Bobrikovsky horizon may indicate that the material came from the orogen.
Histological and Histomorphometrical Characterization of the Cardiac Architecture in Pre-natal Non-descript Sheep (Ovis aries)
Authors: Sahu S.K. , Mishra U.K. , Sathapathy S. , Singh N. , Panda S.K. , Joshi S.K. , Biswal S.S. , Behera S.S. , Chaurasia D.K.
Published: April 2024

Background: Being the vital organ of circulatory system, the development of the heart before birth must be studied to safeguard the animal from the incidence of various developmental anomalies. The histological and histomorphometrical details of cardiac architecture especially in pre-natal sheep have not yet been reported. Methods: The foeti of sheep were collected from the local slaughter houses situated at Laxmisagar and Jadupur of Bhubaneswar city. The collected foeti were divided into three age groups viz. early prenatal (up to 50 days) or G-I, mid prenatal (51-100 days) or G-II and late prenatal (101 to 150 days) or G-III. The heart samples of the sheep foeti were processed by routine paraffin technique and after section cutting, the slides were stained by routine Haematoxyline and Eosin stains, Masson’s trichrome stain, Verhoeff’s stain and Gomori’s stain for studying the detailed histological and histomorphometrical parameters. Result: It was revealed that the cells lining the endocardium and epicardium became elongated from flat shape with advancing age. The intercalated discs appeared continuous from broken lines with advancing age in the myocardium of cardiac wall in sheep foeti. The frequency of blood vessels, connective tissue fibres and connective tissue cells increased with age in the subendothelium, subepicardium, myocardium and epicardium in the sheep foeti. The average thickness of heart chambers, average diameter of the myocardiocytes and their nuclei in atrial and ventricular walls, papillary muscles, pectinate muscles and Purkinje fibre cells revealed an age dependent rise in sheep foeti of G-I to G-III. The frequency distribution of myocardiocytes and fibroblast in myocardium also increased with in sheep foeti of G-I to G-III.