bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Subjective cognitive deficits and its correlates among patients with bipolar disorder: Findings from the bipolar disorder course and outcome study from India (BiD-CoIN study)
Authors: Grover Sandeep , Avasthi Ajit , Chakravarty Rahul , Dan Amitava , Chakraborty Kaustav , Neogi Rajarshi , Desouza Avinash , Nayak Omkar , Praharaj Samir , Menon Vikas , Deep Raman , Bathla Manish , Subramanyam Alka A. , Nebhinani Naresh , Ghosh Prosenjit , Lakdawala Bhavesh , Bhattacharya Ranjan
Published: March 2023

Aim:

This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of subjective cognitive complaints and their association with clinical variables, insight, and disability.

Methodology:

Seven hundred and seventy-three subjects with bipolar disorder (BD), recruited across 14 centers, currently in the euthymic phase were cross-sectionally evaluated on Cognitive Complaints in Bipolar Disorder Rating Assessment (COBRA).

Results:

The mean total COBRA score was 9.79 (SD: 6.99), and 322 (41.7%) of the participants were found to have subjective cognitive complaints when the cut-off of >10 was used. Compared to those without cognitive complaints, those with cognitive complaints more often had depression as the first episode in their lifetime, had a higher prevalence of alcohol dependence, a higher number of depressive episodes (first five years of illness, lifetime, and per year of illness), a higher number of manic episodes in the first five years of illness, more often had depressive or indeterminate predominant polarity, lower prevalence of at least one-lifetime episode with psychotic symptoms, higher severity of residual symptoms, spent more time in the episodes in the lifetime, had poorer insight and higher disability.

Conclusion:

The present study suggests subjective complaints complaints are associated with more severe illness, higher levels of residual symptoms, poor insight, and higher disability.
Immediate effect of shoe raise on unaffected side in gait of poststroke hemiparesis
Authors: Jariwala Neeti , Diwan Shraddha , Shah Nehal
Published: March 2023

PURPOSE:

The purpose of the study was to observe the immediate changes on gait speed and qualitative gait parameters with and without the use of additional shoe raise on unaffected lower limb in poststroke hemiparetic patients.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

Thirty-one participants with chronic stroke from SBB College of Physiotherapy, of either gender (40–70 years), able to walk 20 m with or without external aids were included in the study by purposive sampling. Patients with severe spasticity, fixed contractures, and audio, visual, or perceptual impairments were excluded from the study. An observational study was conducted where patients were tested under two conditions – pre- and postinserting a 1.5 cm shoe raise on the unaffected limb. Patients explained the nature of the study, and a 10-m walk test was performed along with video recording from anterior, posterior, and lateral views, which were later analyzed using Wisconsin Gait Scale (WGS).

RESULTS:

The mean age was 52.903 ± 8.423 and poststroke duration was 28.806 ± 1.836. Out of 31 patients, 20 were male and 11 female; 17 patients had right-sided hemiparesis, in 14 left-sided hemiparesis, out of which 26 were chronic and 5 were acute poststroke patients. Values for pre- and postscores of WGS were Z= −4.88, P= 0.000, and scores for speed were Z= −4.89, P= 0.000.

CONCLUSION:

From this study, it has been concluded that shoe raising, given on unaffected lower limb to hemiparetic patients, has shown a significant difference in pre- and postgait qualitative parameters and speed in both males and females of age group 40–70 years.
Extended Affine Root Supersystems of Types $C(I, J)$ and $BC(1, 1)$
Authors: Yousofzadeh Malihe
Published: March 2023

In this paper, we complete the characterization of tame irreducible extended affine root supersystems. We give a complete description of tame irreducible extended affine root supersystems of type

X = C(1, 1),C(1, 2), C(2, 2)

and

BC(1, 1)

and determine isomorphic classes.
Nijenhuis geometry III: gl-regular Nijenhuis operators
Authors: Bolsinov Alexey V. , Konyaev Andrey Yu. , Matveev Vladimir S.
Published: March 2023

We study Nijenhuis operators, that is, (1,1)-tensors with vanishing Nijenhuis torsion under the additional assumption that they are gl-regular, i.e., every eigenvalue has geometric multiplicity one. We prove the existence of a coordinate system in which the operator takes first or second companion form, and give a local description of such operators. We apply this local description to study singular points. In particular, we obtain normal forms of gl-regular Nijenhuis operators near singular points in dimension two and discover topological restrictions for the existence of gl-regular Nijenhuis operators on closed surfaces.
PartitionTuner: An operator scheduler for deep‐learning compilers supporting multiple heterogeneous processing units
Authors: Yu Misun , Kwon Yongin , Lee Jemin , Park Jeman , Park Junmo , Kim Taeho
Published: March 2023

Recently, embedded systems, such as mobile platforms, have multiple processing units that can operate in parallel, such as centralized processing units (CPUs) and neural processing units (NPUs). We can use deep‐learning compilers to generate machine code optimized for these embedded systems from a deep neural network (DNN). However, the deep‐learning compilers proposed so far generate codes that sequentially execute DNN operators on a single processing unit or parallel codes for graphic processing units (GPUs). In this study, we propose PartitionTuner, an operator scheduler for deep‐learning compilers that supports multiple heterogeneous PUs including CPUs and NPUs. PartitionTuner can generate an operator‐scheduling plan that uses all available PUs simultaneously to minimize overall DNN inference time. Operator scheduling is based on the analysis of DNN architecture and the performance profiles of individual and group operators measured on heterogeneous processing units. By the experiments for seven DNNs, PartitionTuner generates scheduling plans that perform 5.03% better than a static type‐based operator‐scheduling technique for SqueezeNet. In addition, PartitionTuner outperforms recent profiling‐based operator‐scheduling techniques for ResNet50, ResNet18, and SqueezeNet by 7.18%, 5.36%, and 2.73%, respectively.
Gearbox-Integrated Mechatronic Control A New Approach to Handle Powertrain Complexity
Authors: Gander Helmut , Loibl Josef , Ulm Michael
Published: March 2023

Current world-wide trends in powertrain development for passenger cars and light trucks indicate a diversification of engine operational principles and gear-box automation. Both for the functional and physical domain of the relevant controllers this may lead to a severely increased number of control unit variants. The paper proposes a torque information based controller communication to fight functional complexity. A physical integration of the local controller to the engine / gear-box resulting in mechatronic control modules further-on cuts the variants. These ideas have been set into mass-production already by integrated air/fuel systems (IAFS). For the transmission this same approach now has been realized in mass-production by the first mechatronic transmission module which integrates the electronics, valve-body and sensors of a new 5 speed transmission.
Ground Simulation of High Agility Flight
Authors: Tedor John B.
Published: March 2023

To keep pace with advancing aeronautical technologies, America needs the capability to dynamically simulate high agility flight on the ground. Ground simulation is a critical step in the process of air vehicle development. Superagile flight, fundamentally different from conventional high performance +Gz flying, will expose the pilot and vehicle subsystems to high rotation rates and high onset acceleration from any direction, i.e., rapidly changing +/-Gx,y,z. This environment will cause unusual physiological stress and potential orientation problems for the aircrew, as well as unique physical effects on mechanical and electronic equipment. Therefore, ground simulation is a particularly important capability for development of operational high agility air vehicles.

To generate a realistic perception of the high agility flight environment, man-in-the-loop simulation will require a very capable large radius centrifuge combined with the high fidelity crewstation, beyond-the-cockpit visual display, and closed-loop control features of a fixed-base flight simulator. Armstrong Laboratory of U.S. Air Force Systems Command is developing a facility concept for ground simulation of high agility flight, the Combined Acceleration Flight Simulator (CAFS). The CAFS concept is a track-centrifuge with an electromagnetic propulsion system and a crewstation which can rotate on any axis. CAFS will be a versatile national research and test asset which will enable development of a new class of superagile vehicles.
Modeling and Analysis of an Electric Power Steering System
Authors: Badawy Aly , Zuraski Jeff , Bolourchi Farhad , Chandy Ashok
Published: March 2023

An Electric Power Steering (EPS) System will be considered in this report. The modeling of this dynamic system will be achieved with both simplicity and usability taken into account. As such, a Reduced Order Model that reveals the important dynamic distinctions of the system will be developed from a more complex one. This model will be used to analyze various closed loop effects such as torque performance, disturbance rejection, noise rejection, road feel, and stability. These fundamental effects (compromises) are used toward the design of a desired control system. This modeling philosophy together with a comprehensive understanding of system compromises is essential to an optimized EPS system.
Multi-element association and regional geochemistry of regolith in tashan jatau area, northwestern nigeria: implications for gold exploration
Authors: Omang O , Asinya A , Effiom F , Kave T , Oko E , Morphy I
Published: March 2023

Soil geochemical surveys are widely used in the early stages of gold exploration, especially in areas with poor outcrops and thick overburden. Fifty-one (51) soil samples were collected in duplicate with the aim of analyzing them geochemically and determining the gold grade through panning and weighing methods. The geochemical results were subjected to multivariate statistical treatment through Factor analysis and Pearson correlation matrix. Four factors were generated from the PCA. These are Factor 1: Cu-Sr-Nb-Ba-La-W-Pb-Zr, suggesting sulfide mineralization that is related to granitic rock while Factor 2 has Au with a low to negative correlation with Mo and Nb suggesting a second phase of intrusion-related activity which must have emplaced gold in this area. Factor 3 is made up of W-Pb suggesting a second sulfide mineralization distinct from the first. While Factor 4 gives a single element factor, Hg. Single-elementt maps were constructed to show the element dispersion in the catchment. In general gold concentrations in this study is erratic and attain a high of 0.67ppm and 0.90g/t. The study delineates the northwestern part of the catchment to be the most prolific in terms of gold potential and shows that the granitic batholiths are the most primary gold-hosting lithology.
Relationship of Brodsky Tonsillar Grading in Adults with Age, Gender, and Anthropometric Measurements
Authors:   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC), Mehwish Ayesha , Mahar Yasmeen ,   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC), Khalid Samia ,   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC), Rubab Rida ,   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC), Azam Khattak Mariya ,   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC), Salman Sahal ,   Bahria University Medical and Dental College (BUMDC)
Published: March 2023

Objective: To determine the association of Brodsky Tonsillar Grading with age, gender, body mass index, and neck circumference in adults Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted at PNS Shifa Hospital, Karachi from January to July 2020. A total of 54 adults with tonsillar hypertrophy were included. History and demographic details of each subject were noted. Both right and left tonsil sizes were graded using Brodsky Grading. Height, weight, and neck circumference was measured. Analysis was done using Statistical Package for Social Sciences 23.0. Results: Age was associated significantly (p-value 0.0009) with Brodsky Tonsillar Grading for the right tonsil whereas it was insignificant for the left tonsil (p-value 0.25). Insignificant association between clinical grading of tonsils with gender (male n = 29, p-value 0.079 and female n =25, p-value 0.343) was found. Thirty one study participants were found to have normal BMI, 14 were overweight whereas 9 individuals were obese. Significant association was found between Brodsky Grading for right tonsil (p-value 0.014) and BMI. Statistically non-significant association was found between Brodsky Grading for left tonsil (p-value 0.216) and BMI. Regarding neck circumference and clinical grading, significant relationship was found with p-value 0.002 and 0.014 respectively. Conclusion: Brodsky Tonsillar Grading was associated positively with age and BMI for the right side and with neck circumference for both the sides. Therefore clinical assessment of tonsils by grading and anthropometric measurements are helpful in recognition of patient’s condition and treatment.
What Does It Take to Build an Inclusive Governance of Global Value Chains? A Framework for Intervention
Authors: Wang Elizabeth Yi , Driffield Nigel , Clegg Jeremy , Miles Lilian , Alford Matthew , Kim Jae
Published: March 2023

As important actors in global value chains (GVCs), multinational enterprises exercise coordination and control over worldwide commodity, production, service, workforce and knowledge mobility. A level playing field for all GVC stakeholders remains absent. We argue for empowering subordinated stakeholders in the design of inclusive GVC governance, as a necessary condition, to harness the power of GVCs that enable many firms to internationalise in the first place. We propose a Framework for Intervention at the level of civil society and five actions, using a revived form of multilateralism, to empower the economic “South” and fundamentally anchor change for human development.
It’s Hard to Say Goodbye: Managing Disengagement during Political Disruptions
Authors: Meyer Klaus , Estrin Saul
Published: March 2023

When companies experience political disruptions to their global business, such as Myanmar 2020 or Russia 2022, challenges in the host economy may be compounded by home country pressures to disengage. How can MNEs navigate such economic and ethical complexity? We suggest that MNEs facing pressures to exit should organize their decision process in three steps: First, clarify the financial implications considering the implications of disengagement for operations outside the focal country. Second, assess the ethical implications of continuing operations in the country. Third, opting to disengage, assess the merits of alternative disengagement strategies, including partial and full exit.
Desenhos de mercado, licitações e três apostas da Lei nº 14.133/2021
Authors: Rodrigues Cyrino André , Toledo Renato
Published: March 2023

Trata-se de estudo de aspectos da nova Lei de Licitações e Contratos Administrativos (Lei nº 14.133/2021) à luz da teoria dos desenhos de mercado. A partir das diretrizes propostas por Alvin Roth, abordam-se três novidades da Lei nº 14.133/2021 que têm potencial para colaborar para o bom funcionamento das contratações públicas. Em primeiro lugar, será investigado em que medida a criação do Portal Nacional de Compras Públicas (art. 174) pode aumentar a capacidade para obtenção de informações, garantir decisões alocativas mais adequadas e criar incentivos positivos de boas condutas entre contratantes. Em segundo lugar, serão tecidas considerações acerca da incorporação da modalidade do diálogo competitivo (art. 32) no ordenamento nacional e suas possibilidades para incremento da segurança e redução de assimetrias informacionais entre Administração Pública e iniciativa privada em contratações complexas. Por fim, serão elencados os espaços conferidos pela nova legislação para elaboração de diferentes desenhos de contratação, com especial destaque sobre as regras sobre a fase preparatória (cf. arts. 18 e ss.) que possibilitarão que a Administração Pública realize diagnósticos e formule novas propostas de ambientes e regras de leilões favoráveis a contratações mais eficientes.
OBSERVATIONS OF SEXUAL BEHAVIORS IN GOATS (CAPRA HIRCUS) RAISED ON NON-PROFESSIONAL FARMS
Authors: Corneliu GASPAR Corneliu , AILINCAI Luminita Iuliana , DODAN Adina Ximena
Published: March 2023

This study focuses on monitoring the sexual behaviours of male and female goats (Capra hircus) at each stage of mounting and observing sexual reflexes and related peculiarities. The ethological behaviours of females and males were observed twice per day, between 6:00 and 8:00 a.m. and between 19:00 and 21:00 p.m, and the anatomical parts of females in estrus were inspected and scanned. Each mount was recorded using a video camera. A digital timer was also used to record the stages of sexual act (prelude and copulation). The sexual behaviours of a common breed of goats reared in non-professional holdings was studied in August, September and October 2020 and 2021. Sexual behaviour was observed in a total of 24 goats, 5 males, aged 3–8 years, and 19 females, aged 1–10 years, raised in a rural area (Priponesti) in Galati County. The data gathered provide details of the sexual behavior of this species, supplementing the information currently available. The most numerous mounts were carried out by the 4-year-old buck (M1 male) with 7 out of 20, representing 35% of the total mounts observed. The mount was characterized by very high duration of courtship (average 98%) compared to the true mounting (average 2%) (p < 0.05). The postlude behavioural manifestations observed were bucks continuing to inspect the anogenital area of the female, wagging their tongues while the goats expressed a characteristic bleat.
INCREASED TOLERANCE TO CHLORHEXIDINE FOLLOWING PROLONGED EXPOSURE IN STAPHYLOCOCCUS SPECIES ISOLATED FROM THE SKIN AND MUCOSAE OF DOGS
Authors: HRITCU Ozana Maria , SOLCAN Gheorghe , MACIUCA Iuliana Elena , TIMOFTE Dorina , SCHMIDT Vanessa
Published: March 2023

This study aimed to investigate if canine staphylococci isolates could develop tolerance to chlorhexidine digluconate after long-term exposure. Staphylococci (Staphylococcus pseudintermedius and coagulase-negative staphylococci, methicillin-susceptible and methicillin-resistant), with and without genotypic chlorhexidine resistance, were investigated for phenotypic chlorhexidine tolerance by determining the MBC (minimal bactericidal concentration) at various time points. The testing was performed as follows: determination of MBC for 30 minutes and 24 hours (MBC 24h-1); exposure of isolates for seven days to concentrations of chlorhexidine equal to 1/2 MBC 24h-1; determination of MBC for 24 h after the first week (MBC 24h-2); exposure of isolates for seven days to concentrations of chlorhexidine equal to 1/2 MBC 24h-2 and rest in Mueller–Hinton broth for seven days; determination of MBC for 24 h after the second week (MBC 24h-3). The MBC for 30 minutes ranged between 16–32 µg/ml compared to the MBC 24h-1 which was between 1–8 µg/ml. The MBCs for 24 h dropped from 8 µg/ml to 0.5 µg/ml for isolate 1, from 2 µg/ml to1 µg/ml for isolate 6 and from 2 µg/ml to 0.5 µg/ml for isolate 8 after being exposed for seven days to concentrations of chlorhexidine equal to 1/2 MBC 24h-1. For one CoNS (coagulase-negative staphylococci), the MBC 24h-2 increased four times from 1 µg/ml (MBC 24h-1) to 4 µg/ml and dropped again to 1 µg/ml after the second week. These results suggest that continuous exposure to chlorhexidine could lead to the selection of chlorhexidine-tolerant staphylococci that could withstand concentrations used during routine decolonisation procedures.
LITERATURA, CULTURA POPULAR E FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES LEITORES PARA AS ESCOLAS DO CAMPO
Authors: DE SOUSA ALMEIDA LEANDRO , ANDRADE VALÉRIA
Published: March 2023

Este artigo tem a finalidade de relatar a experiência do Estágio Docência I, realizado no âmbito do Doutorado em Literatura e Interculturalidade da Universidade Estadual da Paraíba (UEPB), durante o semestre 2020.2e. O estágio se deu na disciplina de Literatura e Cultura Popular da Licenciatura Interdisciplinar em Educação do Campo – Linguagens e Códigos (LECAMPO), do Centro de Desenvolvimento Sustentável do Semiárido (CDSA) da Universidade Federal de Campina Grande (UFCG). Tomando como base as ideias das autoras Lúcio (2005), Ayala (2006) e Andrade (2008), este trabalho apresenta uma discussão sobre as implicações da leitura de obras literárias que dialogam com a cultura popular nordestina, com especial destaque para as peças da dramaturga paraibana Lourdes Ramalho (2008), além de questões sobre formação de professores leitores para a atuação em escolas do campo. Esta experiência de estágio resultou na sistematização de propostas metodológicas para a realização de práticas de leitura literária relacionadas a esta temática nas salas de aula física e virtual de língua portuguesa e literatura de escolas do campo.
Evaluation of In Ovo Cinnamon, Ginger or Anise Extract Injection on Broiler Hatching Performance
Authors: KOP BOZBAY Canan , GÖNECİ Beste
Published: March 2023

Firstly, this study aimed to evaluate the effects on hatchability and relative weights of yolk, metabolic organ (heart, liver, breast muscle, and thigh muscle) and total digestive system (GUT) of in ovo feeding of cinnamon, ginger or anise extract. Secondly, it was investigated to determine the appropriate dose of cinnamon, ginger or anise extract in in ovo feeding. For this purpose, 480 fertilized broiler eggs were randomly distributed into 12 groups with four replicates as a factorial arrangement of three extracts (cinnamon, ginger, anise) x 4 doses (0, 3, 9, 12 mg/egg) to hatching trays. On the 18th day of incubation, 1 ml of 0.9% saline solution containing 0, 3, 9, 12 mg of cinnamon, ginger or anise extract was injected into the eggs with a 19 mm and 27-gauge needle. The cinnamon and ginger groups had higher hatchability, chick quality and proventriculus weight, while the anise group had higher thigh muscle weight. Chick weight was 12 mg/egg, chick quality was 0 and 3 mg/egg, breast muscle weight was 9 mg/egg, and liver, gizzard and GUT weights were higher at 0, 3 and 9 mg/egg in ovo extract doses. In ovo anise injection increased the number of non‐pipped dead embryos. The interaction effect of factors on the hatchability and chick quality were found significant. The results of this study indicate that 9 mg/egg cinnamon, 12 mg/egg ginger, and 3 mg/egg anise extract can be used in in ovo injection without negative effects on the investigated parameters. The role of in ovo cinnamon, ginger or anise extract injection in broiler needs further research.
Indonesian Women Perspective: The Exploration of Factors Influencing the Adoption of Menstrual Cup
Authors: Kamira Oktavian , Rizkalla Nosica
Published: March 2023

Menstruation is a natural phenomenon in women who have gone through puberty. During this period, it is very important to maintain the hygiene of the private part. Unfortunately, education about menstruation in Indonesia is still low. This lack of education about menstruation also causes the Indonesian women to be uninformed about the menstrual product other than disposable menstrual pad. Menstrual pad is considered to bring a lot of disadvantages, not only to the health but also to environment. One of the product alternatives that can be used during menstruation is menstrual cup. However, the adoption of menstrual cup in Indonesia is still very low. This study intends to explore what factors can influence the purchase intention for menstrual cup by examining consumer doubt, scepticism, familiarity, information seeking and value for money. 160 responses were collected through the survey using a self-administered questionnaire. Research hypotheses were tested using multiple regression, with SPSS software. The result of this study showed that consumer doubt, familiarity, information seeking and value for money were significant in influencing purchase intention, while scepticism was not significant. The result of this study gives insight for the companies producing menstrual cup in designing the proper strategy in promoting their products. Limitations and suggestions for further research was also discussed
An Analysis of The Utilization of Yunnan Minority Totems in Contemporary Landscape Architecture
Authors: Kai Liu
Published: March 2023

This paper explores the utilization of Yunnan minority totems in contemporary landscape architecture and its cultural significance. By analyzing the historical development and current practices of Yunnan minority communities, this study provides insights into the integration of cultural heritage and modern design. The research identifies the potential of totems as a valuable resource for sustainable and culturally sensitive design. Through the case studies of interior design in tall buildings, this paper demonstrates how traditional practices can be adapted and incorporated into contemporary design. The findings contribute to the discourse on the role of cultural heritage in shaping the built environment and provide practical implications for landscape architects and designers working in multicultural contexts.
Comparison of dynamic balance among football, futsal, and beach soccer players
Authors: Lima Yavuz
Published: March 2023

Objective: Although football, futsal, and beach soccer have relatively different physiological requirements and playing on different surfaces is likely to impact dynamic balance at different levels, there is no study evaluating the dynamic balance of football, futsal, and beach soccer players. The objective of the present study is to evaluate the dynamic balance of football, futsal, and beach soccer players.

Material and Methods: A total of 114 amateur male players registered with the Turkish Football Federation participated in the study. They were divided into three sub-groups according to their sports disciplines: football (n=41), futsal (n=39), and beach football (n=34). The modified star excursion balance test with four outcomes for each extremity as anterior (A), posterior lateral (PL), posterior medial (PM), and composite (C) score was used to measure dynamic balance.

Results: Dominant side PL and C scores (p<0.01, ES=0.10; p<0.01, ES=0.11; respectively), and non-dominant side A, PL and C scores of beach soccer players were significantly higher comparing to futsal players (p=0.01, ES=0.07; p<0.01, ES=0.08; p<0.01, ES=0.08; respectively). Also, dominant side C scores of beach soccer players were significantly higher than football players (p<0.02, ES=0.11).

Conclusion: Findings demonstrate that the dynamic balance profile of beach soccer players was better compared with futsal players. In light of present study results, it may be beneficial for players from different sports disciplines to train on sand in order to improve dynamic balance.
THE DYNAMICS OF ECONOMIC STRUCTURE IN THE POLITICAL AND SOCIAL SYSTEMS OF THE OTTOMAN STATE: THE EXAMPLE OF AHİLİK (CONFRATERNITY) AND GUILDS
Authors: GÖKSEL Oğuzhan , AVCI Müjdat
Published: March 2023

The Ottoman political tradition is a system composed of Islam, old Turkish, Byzantinian and Iranian traditions. At the center of the political arena is the sultan, who is to ensure social justice. The Ottoman society consisted of four elements that were expected to complement each other; military group, men of science and the pen, traders, manufacturers. The tax system is the basis of Ottoman social classification. The tax payer is called the flock (reaya). Ahilik (Brotherhood) and guilds are located at the intersection of the social and economic system. Ahilik was established with the principles and understandings of futuwwa. The first ahi in Anatolia was Ahi Evran. Ahilik gradually lost its influence due to the conditions of the age and left its place to guilds. The guilds, operating within the framework of the Ottoman's economic and political understanding, succumbed to European capitalism with industrialization. The aim of this study is to determine the emergence of the Ahilik and guilds, which used to be one of the important dynamics of the socio-economic structure of the Ottoman Empire, and reveal for what socio-economic and political reasons they lost their function.
On the Origin and the Development of the Inlay technique in Gaya
Authors:   The Pusan Archaeological Society, Lim Ji Young
Published: March 2023

The metal inlaying technique is a method of metal craft where a differing metal is inserted into a carved shape or text of the base metal. The application of this technique, which began in the Three-Kingdom Period with the decoration of swords, expanded to horse harnesses by the 6th century. Microscopes and X-rays were used when analysing the manufacturing method of the inlay grooves and lines, due to the inlays being about 0.3mm in width. Based on the analysis, various detailed research such as identifying the relations between the workshop and the manufacturer is being conducted. However, there are disagreements among the researchers regarding the carving method, and the location manufacturing facility for the inlaid sword. The author proposes the use of X-ray CT data as the conclusive data source to solve the above-mentioned problems. This paper analyses recently reported inlays in the Gaya region, such as the Hamyang Dohang-ri tomb No.5, the Busan Bokcheon-dong tomb No.47, and the Hamyang Baekcheon-ri tomb No.3-1. Analysis was conducted using CT data, and the manufacturing method was identified. Comparisons of the inlaid sword from the Baekje and Silla regions were also made with the results. The chasing method identified in the inlaid sword was the same as those used in the Gijang Ga-dong Tomb No. II-43 vertical plate armour, the plate armours of Busan Bokcheon-dong tomb No.56 and 69. The technique was inherent in the local workshop and has been used since the 4th century for decorating steel armours.
Effect Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids On Cardiovascular Protection- A Randomised Controlled Clinical Interventional Study
Authors: Rukaiah Fatma Begum, M Sumithra, Ramaiyan Velmurugan
Published: March 2023

There is a great deal of public belief in the cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fats. Recent trials of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular issues are unclear or failed to show the significant benefit for reducing cardiovascular events. To perform a human trial of omega 3 fatty acids supplementation to test its effectiveness on cardiovascular diseases. A randomized interventional study was carried out in 145 patients in the age group of 18 or older at any risk of cardiovascular disease. Treatment period of 6 months with supplementation of daily dose of 360 mg of EPA and 480 mg of DHA for one group and to the other group, atorvastatin 10 mg was given. Biochemical and clinical evaluation was performed for the baseline, 3rd and the 6th months to assess the effectiveness of omega 3 fatty acids on cardiovascular diseases. The changes in the biochemical parameters total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides among the omega 3 fatty acid group and statin group were as 218.17 vs 204.45, 55.24 vs 60.3, 142.9 vs 132.41and 168.95 vs 152.5 respectively with a p value of 0.0001. Omega 3 supplements have little or no effect on the risk of cardiovascular diseases according to the research. The better evidence identified in this research does not demonstrate any cardiovascular protection with the supplementation of omega 3 fats.
Education Of Children With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities In Rural India
Authors: Hameeda Begum Safavi, Dr. Sandhya Kumari
Published: March 2023

The article examines the education of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in rural India. It is now considered a serious issue that requires immediate action. The issue has an impact on the overall well-being of many people. Furthermore, it has a negative impact on rural India's socioeconomic situation. Given the growing disease burden, it is critical that this issue be resolved as soon as possible. Following the resolution of the problems, the necessary steps must be taken to completely eliminate this type of problem. The Indian government may find it difficult to resolve the situation due to the other issues at stake. However, the administration must work to effectively manage the situation thereby thinking about the country's future.
Healthcare Technology Evolution And Adoption Of Fog Computing In Healthcare: Review, Issue And Challenges
Authors: Agnivesh Kumar Agnihotri , Shashi Kant Gupta , Basant Tiwari
Published: March 2023

Health Information System (HIS) is a combination of hardware, software, process, infrastructure, people and protocol which is developed for management of healthcare data including collection, storage, analysis, decision making and transmission. It supports functional management of a hospital as well as provides an infrastructure that support policy decisions over healthcare data. HIS grown decade by decade starting from 1960 to present era and divided into four generation versions, starting from HIS. V.1.0 to HIS V.4.0. HIS V.4.0 is dedicated for smart medical technology with fog-based computing system including disease-oriented sensing system, IoT, artificial intelligence, high speed internet and advanced internet protocols. Fog Computing is a distributed computing framework and provide an extension to cloud computing. It lies between medical sensor (IoT devices) and cloud datacenters. This paper presents various HIS generations and technologies used in HIS V.4.0. Include review of cloud computing, IoT and Fog computing. Further this paper provides a systematic review of existing research in fog computing with various issue and challenges.  Finally, paper describes comparison of fog computing with cloud and edge computing and present discussion, open challenges and recommendation in Fog-based HIS.
FATORES ENVOLVIDOS NA BAIXA REALIZAÇÃO EM BIOLOGIA: UMA ANÁLISE EXPERIMENTAL
Authors: Flores Hinostroza Elizeth Mayrene , Guachun Garcia Jennifer Paola , Guillcatanda Chabla Karen Gabriela
Published: March 2023

O principal objetivo deste artigo de investigação é denotar as principais causas do baixo nível de aprendizagem na disciplina de Biologia de um grupo de 43 estudantes equatorianos, pertencentes ao segundo ano do Bacharelato Geral Unificado da "Unidad Educativa Luis Cordero", localizado em Azogues, Cañar, Equador. O estudo baseia-se no paradigma interpretativo com uma abordagem qualitativa-quantitativa mista, por este motivo, foram utilizados um inquérito e uma entrevista como parte dos instrumentos para a recolha de informação. Graças a esta investigação, foi possível destacar como resultado principal que o nível de aprendizagem na disciplina de Biologia é especialmente afetado pela escassez de estratégias metodológicas que se adaptam e respondem às necessidades específicas de um grupo de estudantes, bem como à modalidade em que o processo de ensino-aprendizagem é desenvolvido, confirmando ao mesmo tempo que cada estudante processa a informação de forma diferente e em momentos diferentes, a falta de motivação e o tradicionalismo que predomina na sala de aula.
Relationship between Stress Severity and Motivation to Exercise among Undergraduate Physiotherapy Students in Malaysia
Authors: Tan Jia Jun , Pillai Sharmila , Justine Maria , Labao Hernan Cortez
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Physiotherapy students are vulnerable to stress due to the challenging scope of study and the dynamic learning environment. Studies found out that physiotherapy students have inadequate physical activity. Thus, sufficient motivation is vital in promoting active lifestyle. This study was conducted to evaluate stress severity and exercise motivation among physiotherapy students in Malaysia. This study also aimed to investigate the relationship between stress and exercise motivation. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 208 physiotherapy students in Malaysia. The Medical Student Stressor Questionnaire was used to evaluate stress severity while the Exercise Motivation Inventory-2 was used to evaluate exercise motivation. Results: Academic-related stressors (2.66±0.66) have the highest score among all the stressors, followed by teaching and learning related stressors (2.47±0.76) and group activities related stressors (2.08±1.01). Top three exercise motivation with highest means were positive health (4.34±0.87), ill-health avoidance (4.19±0.95) and strength and endurance (4.08±1.00). Academic related stressors were not significantly correlated with any of the 14 domains of exercise motivations. Teaching and learning related stressors were significantly positively correlated with affiliation (rs=0.198, p<0.05) and competition (rs=0.209, p<0.05). There was a significant positive correlation between group activities related stressors and competition (rs=0.166, p<0.05). However, group activities related stressors were significantly negatively correlated with health pressures (rs=-0.290, p<0.05), ill health avoidance (rs=-0.206, p<0.05), positive health (rs=-0.171, p<0.05), weight management (rs=-0.198, p<0.05) and strength and endurance (rs=-0.138, p<0.05). Conclusion: This study showed that moderate to high severity of stress exists among physiotherapy students in Malaysia, with academic stress as the top stressor. Positive health is the strongest motivation to exercise, followed by ill health avoidance and strength and endurance. This study can be utilized in planning a comprehensive approach to cope with stress and to enhance the exercise motivation among physiotherapy students in Malaysia.
The Effect on Absence of Clinical History and Demographic Data in Diagnostic Accuracy of Genitourinary Cytopathological Cases Among Undergraduate Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Students
Authors: Mohamad Siti Norbaya , Abu Mohd Nazri , Roslan Najwa Nadeera , Abd Malek Nur Nadirah , Alihad Nur Adlina
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Genitourinary cytology is a cytomorphological study of benign and malignant urinary cells under microscopic observation. Slide observers were presented with glass slides devoid of demographic information and clinical history in this research. The aims are to evaluate inter- and intra-observer reliability and diagnostic accuracy in genitourinary cytopathology patients without relying on the clinical history and demographic information. Methods: A correlational investigation was conducted at the cytology laboratory, Centre for Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Puncak Alam Selangor. Five undergraduate students were recruited as slide observers to screen 26 genitourinary cases using a light microscope. The Fleiss’ and Cohen’s kappa values were used to assess inter- and intra-observer reliability, respectively, and the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was employed to assess diagnostic accuracy in the absence of clinical history. All collected data were analysed using SPSS software. Results: Inter- and intra-observer reliability were interpreted as ‘fair agreement’ with an average sensitivity of 100%, specificity of 13.16%, Positive Predictive Value (PPV) of 70.4 percent, Negative Predictive Value (NPV) of 100%, and a Likelihood Ratio (LR) of 2.454. The diagnosis accuracy of these genitourinary cases is 70.5%. Conclusion: Undergraduate students in MLT, UiTM are sufficiently competent to identify and diagnose genitourinary cytology slides based on cell’s morphological characteristics without the assistance of demographic data or patient history.
Awareness of Glaucoma among Health Sciences Students of UiTM Puncak Alam Campus, Selangor, Malaysia
Authors: Ibrahim Wan Nur Amirah , Ab Fatah Farah Namirah Farhana , Pui Juan Woi
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Glaucoma is an irreversible blinding disease that occurs due to the damage of the optic nerve caused by increased intraocular pressure. Early diagnosis, treatment, and patient understanding within the community is crucial to prevent further damage and for the preservation of vision. This study aimed to determine the level of awareness and knowledge of glaucoma and its determinant among UiTM health sciences students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among health sciences students at the UiTM Puncak Alam campus. A validated self-administrated questionnaire consisted of three sections with 22 questions was randomly distributed to students as part of data collection. Results: Out of 380 respondents, 61.3% were aware of glaucoma, and most had good knowledge of it. The glaucoma awareness and knowledge were significantly associated with age (p<0.005), the programme of study (p<0.01), and having family members with glaucoma (p<0.05). Conclusion: Even though the respondent’s level of awareness was moderate, their knowledge regarding glaucoma was high. This indicates that respondents who were aware of glaucoma had good basic knowledge. There is a need to raise glaucoma awareness and knowledge among health sciences students, as many were still unaware of the eye disease.
Antidiabetic Effect of Piper Sarmentosum: A Systematic Review
Authors: Azhar Mirrah Nisa , Ibrahim Farrah Shafeera , Muniandy Naleena Devi
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is an endocrine, metabolic syndrome and has reached pandemic proportions worldwide. The multifactorial pathology results in the patient to including lifelong drug therapy for treatment. Alternative medicines such as traditional remedies using plant herbs to treat various diseases are common in most countries. Piper sarmentosum extracts have been as a traditional medicine to treat various diseases. The plant has abundant phytochemical properties such as alkaloids and flavonoids exhibiting pharmacological activities such as antidiabetic effects, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer. This paper aims to appraise the data into a comprehensive systematic review on the antidiabetic effect of P. sarmentosum and it’s potential in managing DM. Methods: This systematic review used the PRISMA method with searches in three electronic databases such as SCOPUS, PUBMED and WEB OF SCIENCE in November 2021. Six articles were included based on the inclusion criteria. Results: The results showed a hypoglycaemic effect in induced diabetic models. Piper sarmentosum extracts significantly reduces fasting blood glucose and reduces the risk of diabetes complications related to renal and cardiovascular system. In summary, a promising result regarding antidiabetic activity was found. Conclusion: This finding suggests that this plant has the potential to be used as an alternative therapy or pair along with other medications to treat DM.
ANALISIS RASIO KEUANGAN UNTUK MENILAI KINERJA KEUANGAN PADA PT SENTUL CITY Tbk PERIODE 2014-2018
Authors: Amaroh Rakhmi , Apriani Herlina
Published: March 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kinerja keuangan PT Sentul City Tbk periode 2014-2018 berdasarkan Rasio Likuiditas, Rasio Profitabilitas, Rasio Solvabilitas, dan Rasio Aktivitas. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah studi pustaka dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data menggunakan analisis rasio keuangan yang meliputi rasio likuiditas, rasio profitabilitas, rasio solvabilitas dan rasio aktivitas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja keuangan PT Sentul City Tbk periode 2014-2018 cenderung dalam keadaan tidak baik. Berdasarkan Rasio Likuiditas (Current Ratio, Quick Ratio, dan Cash Ratio) dinyatakan tidak baik karena nilai rasio dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Berdasarkan Rasio Profitabilitas Net Profit Margin dinyatakan baik karena nilai rasio diatas standar rata-rata industri, sedangkan Return on Equity dinyatakan tidak baik karena nilai rasio dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Berdasarkan Rasio Solvabilitas (Debt to Asset Ratio dan Debt to Equity Ratio) dinyatakan baik karena nilai rasio dibawah standar rata-rata industri. Berdasarkan Rasio Aktivitas (Fixed Assets Turn Over dan Total Assets Turn Over) dinyatakan tidak baik karena nilai rasio dibawah standar rata-rata industri.
La fortifi cation dace La Cité des Fées (Covasna)
Authors:   The Vasile Pârvan Institute of Archaeology, Bucharest, Mărgineanu-Cârstoiu Monica , Apostol Virgil ,   The Vasile Pârvan Institute of Archaeology, Bucharest
Published: March 2023

Dans cet article sont analysés les témoignages des structures architecturales d’une fortifi cation dace (époque La Tène) située dans de la région subcarpathique près de Covasna. On discute les aspects constructifs des structures de soutènement des quatre terrasses successives entourées par les courtines de défense. On mis en évidence des variantes de reconstitution des mur ou palissade en bois soutenues par ces structures de terrassement et aussi la restitution d’une grande tour mis à jour par les fouilles archéologiques. Ils sont observés les caractéristique générales des mures de défense daces en bois élevés sur des socles en pierre et fi nalement sont présentés quelques conclusions sur murus dacicus.
An archaeology of the excavated earth: the Danube-Black Sea Canal, Romania
Authors:   The Vasile Pârvan Institute of Archaeology, Bucharest, Dragoman Radu-Alexandru
Published: March 2023

Based on the archaeological surveys carried out in 2002, 2004 and 2005 in the former communist-era forced labour colony at Galeșu/Nazarcea (Dobrudja, eastern Romania), this text brings into discussion the materiality of the earth excavated during the works at the Danube-Black Sea Canal, a component of the waterway that links the North Sea to the Black Sea, probably the most ambitious project in the history of modern Romania. It is argued that, although ignored so far, the analysis of the excavated earth is essential for an archaeological understanding of the landscape and may lead to some important reconsiderations: (1) the excavated earth represents the main material element of the Canal and (2) it pleads for the rethinking of the concept of monument, related to its meanings in the current legislation regarding the protection of the archaeological heritage in Romania.
The restitution of the narthex of the Royal Church in Argeș
Authors:   The National University of Arts, Bucharest, Mohanu Dan
Published: March 2023

The narthex of the Royal Church in Curtea de Argeș offers us today an iconographic ensemble that is heterogeneous and confusing. The large incomplete surfaces of the mural paintings from the 14th century, the erosions and exfoliations provoked by infiltration and capillary humidity, have generated successive re-makings of the painted ensemble, starting from the middle of the 18th century and especially through the 19th century. The restoration from the beginning of the 20th century added the disastrous effect of the transformation of the inferior register of the narthex in an area designated for the replantation of the frescoes originating from the nave. One of the major consequences of this transformation is the loss of coherence of the lecture of key-images that defined the eschatological sense of the narthex iconography. To be more specific, the Final Judgement is fragmented in an arbitrary manner and is hard to read today in its original form.