bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Value Addition by SHgs in Jute Diversified Products (JDPs) in North 24 Parganas District of West Bengal
Authors: Ahmad Nasim
Published: March 2024

"Jute Diversified Products (JDPs) can be termed as all jute products excluding the sacking of any weave & geometry and excluding yarn for sale. The proportion of JDPs in total jute product exports has steadily increased over the last decade, rising from 17.12 per cent in 2010-11 to 43.37 per cent in 2019-20. With the increasing share of profit in terms of exports, JDPs can act as the silver lining in an otherwise declining jute industry. Other than that, environmentally friendly goods and services are now highly sought after globally. Manufacturing JDPs can thus provide employment opportunities to rural communities, especially women and various artisans, causing the least possible impact on the environment too.This paper investigates the value addition done on selected JDPs (Jute jewellery, Handbags, Handicrafts/ Gift items/ Showpieces, Decorative fabrics, Conference/ Seminar files) by SHGs in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. It was based on primary data collected from 9 SHGs and 120 SHG member respondents. The value addition by SHGs can be understood based on the channel through which the product is marketed. Two specific marketing channels were identified in the study area, i.e., Channel I: Input supplier → SHG → Retailer → Buyer and Channel II: Input supplier → SHG → Buyer. In channel I, the value addition made by SHGs in the case of Jute jewellery (33 nos.) was 69.26% (` 4564.99), for Handbags (3 nos.) was 74.72% (` 539.69), and for Handicrafts/ Gift items/ Showpieces (50 nos.) was 60.77% (` 16918.56). Meanwhile, it was 67.72% (` 841.49) for Decorative fabrics (1 no.) and 65.05% (` 599.84) for Conference/ Seminar files (4 nos.). In channel II, the value addition done by SHGs in the case of Jute jewellery (33 nos.) was 96.52% (` 5351.05); for Handbags (3 nos.), it was 90.57% (` 614.12) and for Handicrafts/ Gift items/ Showpieces (50 nos.) was 96.17% (` 18142.56). Meanwhile, it was 94.95% (` 1052.12) for Decorative fabrics (1 no.) and 91.99% (` 762.48) for Conference/ Seminar files (4 nos.) in the channel. The results showed that most of the value addition activities were done by SHGs. Hence, in these channels, SHGs were responsible for adding maximum value by transforming the raw materials into a product. Irregular orders of JDPs, unavailability of coloured yarn, and lack of exposure to international markets were the major problems faced by SHGs. There is a need to popularize and showcase the JDPs made by SHGs from India to tap into international markets through fairs or different government programmes to earn more foreign exchange. Production of coloured yarn should be encouraged."
Marketing System Analysis of Aromatic (Katarni) Rice in Bihar
Authors: Ray Ramnath K.
Published: March 2024

"Bihar is an important rice growing state of the country. Rice is grown on 3.15 million ha in the state, with a production of 6.15 million tonnes in 2020-21 (Economic Survey, Bihar, 2020-21). The state is also a traditional fine aromatic rice grower. Aromatic rice has potential for income generation and foreign exchange earnings due to its unique taste, flavor and better cooking quality. “Katarni Rice” is the most prevalent, ceremonial and finest quality scented rice of Bihar. It is famous for its aroma, palatability and chura (beaten rice) making qualities. The geographical production area of katarni rice lies in South Bihar Alluvial Gangetic Plane covering parts of South Bhagalpur, Banka, Munger and Jamui Districts. Due to its pleasant aroma and other favourable characteristics, it has a great demand in the state and throughout the country. Except for the grading in terms of size of grain, it has a comparable export potential to the Indian Basmati and can fetch a better price in the foreign market. Bhagalpur is a major katarni rice growing district. The katarni rice variety has been awarded G.I. tag was given by the Geographical Indications Registry, Chennai vide registration no. 553 on March 28, 2018 due to specific quality, aroma and taste. In view of urbanization, fragmentation of land, declining irrigation sources, non-availability of quality seed and other factor, its productivity is declining. In view of this, the study was undertaken in Bhagalpur district of Bihar (Crop Year 2018-19) to estimate the marketable surplus, marketing channels, marketing margins and price spread in marketing of katarni rice. The study is based on primary data collected from a sample of 90 katarni rice and 05 of each trader viz. village trader, wholesaler, processor/miller and retailer selected from six villages of Jagadishpur block of Bhagalpur district using Multi-Stage Random Sampling Technique. The average marketable surplus was estimated as 22.05 q (93.80% of production), which ranged from 37.17 q (95.50%) to 7.43 q (90.30%) among three categories of farms. The most prominent marketing channel was found to be Channel I (Producer - Village Traders/Miller - Retailer - Consumer) through which 56.67% of sample farmers sold their produce. The maximum producer’s share in consumer’s rupee was estimated as 68.33 % under Channel-I while under Channel II and Channel III it was 71.79 %. The major problem of katarni rice growers was availability of quality seed and selling the produce to Village Traders at lower price due to less quantity of marketable surplus as well as lack of transportation facilities available with them. The study suggested that alternate marketing system may be formulation of Farmer/Producer Company of katarni rice growers as well as availability of quality seed to enhance its profitability and productivity."
Bacteriological Study of Proteus mirabilis Isolated from Different Clinical Samples
Authors: Albujassim Ameer S. , Al-khateeb Sumaya NajimAbedali , Alsherees Hashim , Rasool Inam abid Aljabar , Al-Nafakh Rana Talib , Yasir Saif jabbar , Alasady Raad Abdulameer , Hamza Al-Kraity Wijdan Rajh
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This study focuses on isolating and identifying 17 strains of Proteus mirabilis from a total of 135 clinical samples obtained from patients who visited Hila Teaching Hospital between October 2014 and February 2015. The isolates collected from patients diagnosed with urinary tract infections accounted for 11 cases or 64.7% of the total. In contrast, patients with ear infections contributed 3 cases, making up 17.6% of the total. In addition, the isolates acquired from patients with diarrhea, wound, and vaginal infection each accounted for 1 (5.9%) of the total cases. The collected isolates have been cultivated on specialized media and identified using biochemical reactions.

     Some virulence factors of all isolates are studied, and the results showed that all bacterial isolates 17(100%) produced hemolysin, urease, Bacteriocin (proticin), and swarming, while 16(94.1%) of isolate produced beta-lactamase. Antibiogram of P. mirabilis isolates has been studied and it has been found that all isolates were entirely resistant to Imipenem 17(100%), while most of the P. mirabilis isolates were sensitive to Ertapenem so the resistant only 3(17.6%). Furthermore, the resistance of isolates to Amoxicillin and Cefotaxime 14(82.3%), also 9(52.9%) of them were resistant to Amoxiclave, 11(64.7%) of them were resistant to Ceftriaxone and 4(23.5%) of them were resistant to Cefepime Clavulanic acid.
Program Bimbingan Belajar Calistung (Membaca, Menu-lis, Berhitung) untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Anak-Anak di Desa Dorogowok
Authors: Devi Candra Kurniawati  , Prety Kurniawati  , Diemas Ari Agustino  , Handa Aprisco.
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji efektivitas sebuah program bimbingan belajar calistung dalam meningkatkan motivasi belajar anak-anak di Desa Dorogowok. Motivasi belajar adalah faktor penting dalam perkembangan pendidikan anak-anak, terutama di lingkungan pedesaan yang mungkin memiliki tantangan tersendiri. Studi ini menggunakan metode diskusi dan tanya jawab. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa program bimbingan belajar calistung mampu meningkatkan tingkat motivasi belajar anak-anak di Desa Dorogowok secara signifikan. Partisipan program menunjukkan peningkatan minat dalam belajar, rasa percaya diri, dan kemampuan akademik. Selain itu, program ini juga memberikan dorongan positif terhadap partisipasi orang tua dalam pendidikan anak-anak mereka. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting dalam konteks pendidikan pedesaan dengan menunjukkan bahwa program bimbingan belajar calistung dapat menjadi strategi yang efektif untuk meningkatkan motivasi belajar anak-anak di daerah pedesaan. Implikasi praktis dari penelitian ini adalah perlunya dukungan lebih lanjut untuk pengembangan program serupa dalam upaya meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan di daerah pedesaan.
Estimación del valor económico de la captura de dióxido de carbono (CO2) en fincas de cacao en la UNOCACE
Authors: Yordi Arriaga Bustamante , Sergio Pino Peralta
Published: March 2024

La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo valorar económicamente las remociones de dióxido de carbono (CO2) en la atmósfera, realizadas por los árboles de cacao de la Asociación “El Deseo”, de la Unión de Organizaciones Campesinas Cacaoteras (UNOCACE), en una superficie de 118 ha; aplicando una metodología de tipo descriptiva. Los datos fueron tomados mediante un muestreo aleatorio simple. Las variables obtenidas fueron: biomasa viva, biomasa muerta, carbono total y CO2 capturado, siendo esta última la de mayor significancia para estimar la valoración económica. Para los datos biométricos, se utilizaron ecuaciones alométricas. Los resultados muestran que la cantidad de reservas de carbono son de 10.104,49 ton en la biomasa aérea, 2.112,2 ton en la biomasa muerta. El flujo de fijación de carbono es de 339,35 ton al año. Estos valores determinan un beneficio anual estimado de USD 12.444,28 en el mercado voluntario de carbono, y de USD 25.708,66 con el mejor comprador del mercado regulado.
Nutritional characterization of Trachurus lathami discarded by the Argentine fishing industry: first step towards the sustainable valorization of the species
Authors: Mitton Francesca M. , Vittone Marina , Temperoni Brenda , Massa Agueda E.
Published: March 2024

In the Argentine Continental Shelf pelagic fisheries, rough scad (Trachurus lathami) is incidentally caught, being discarded by the commercial fleet despite its high abundances. With the aim of promoting the sustainable use of this species, the nutritional characterization of T. lathami is reported here for the first time. High protein (16%) and lipid (5.4%) content in whole individuals indicated that this is a moderately fat species. In the edible portion, within total lipids (4.8%), the n-3 polyunsaturated fraction was represented by docosahexaenoic (16.8%) and eicosapentaenoic (5.6%) acids. Results encourage potential strategies towards the developing of restructured products for human consumption.
A Rare Case of Hairy Cell Leukemia with COVID Infection: A Case Report
Authors: Kumari Sarla , Kadour Emilia , Abu Nayla Ahila Abdulameer Majeed , Abu Nayla Asl Abdulameer Majeed
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Hairy cell leukemia (HCL) is a distinct subset of chronic lymphoid leukemia, presents with unique features, including the characteristic "hairy" projections seen in neoplastic B cells. We reported a case on hairy cell leukemia (HCL), emphasizing the challenges posed by this rare hematological malignancy, especially in the context of concurrent health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This malignancy, though uncommon, necessitates comprehensive diagnostic methodologies, such as peripheral blood studies, flow cytometry, and bone marrow biopsy.
Treatment strategies for HCL involve tailored approaches based on symptomatic presentations. Purine analogs, cladribine and pentostatin, stand as first-line interventions, showcasing efficacy in inducing and sustaining remission. However, the prolonged immunosuppression resulting from these treatments warrants vigilant monitoring for potential infectious complications. Emerging therapies, such as the BRAF inhibitor vemurafenib, provide additional options for refractory or progressive cases.
The post-treatment phase demands meticulous follow-up, with an emphasis on regular blood work assessments by an oncology nurse and primary care physician.
Our case further highlights the need for heightened awareness among healthcare professionals, particularly in the post-COVID-19 phase, where persistent symptoms led to the discovery of an underlying hematological disorder.

Keywords: Hairy cell leukemia, Evan syndrome, Covid-19.
High-Grade Metastatic Pleomorphic Rhabdomyosarcoma in a TP53 Germline Mutation Patient: A Rare Presentation in Adults
Authors:   Department of Hematology and Oncology at the University of California, Davis, USA, Zoghi Shervin , Tsumura Aaron ,   Department of Hematology and Oncology at the University of California, Davis, USA, Verma Rashmi ,   Department of Hematology and Oncology at the University of California, Davis, USA, Darrow Morgan Angus ,   Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, Davis, USA
Published: March 2024

Pleomorphic Rhabdomyosarcomas (PRMS) in adults are an exceptionally rare and aggressive soft-tissue tumor arising from undifferentiated mesenchymal cells. While more common in children, rhabdomyosarcomas in adults are associated with poorer outcomes and require immediate, aggressive intervention. Here we present a case of high-grade pleomorphic rhabdomyosarcoma of the left thigh in a 58-year-old male with metastases to the lungs and pelvis. Due to the limited diagnostic and treatment protocols of this rare disease and subtype, the goal of this case study is to highlight a comprehensive clinical approach to this disease.
The Application of Brainstorming Method in Developing Ideas in The Production of Television Documentary Side of Life Episode Not The Same
Authors: Eko Wahyuanto  , Edi Giantoro  , Joehananto Djoko Teguh Widodo  , Risnaeni Yuniar
Published: March 2024

The Side Of Life Television Documentary Program episode Not The Same is a program that presents information about the issue of sexual harassment to men by women. Male victims of sexual harassment are often not believed and even made into a joke by society. This documentary program presents information through the victim as a resource person in providing a chronology of events and feelings of victims who are not trusted by family and society. The creation of this television documentary program production work aims to produce a television documentary program by maximizing the role of the producer in developing ideas by using the brainstorming method which aims to make the production run well and have clear and abundant information so that it can be understood by the audience. The writer as a producer focuses on how the producer's creativity in developing ideas using the brainstorming method in television documentaries so that they can present information and knowledge.  A television documentary program begins with some footage. Insert footage is used as the opening of the program followed by the program title and program episode. The Side Of Life program contains three sequences, each of which contains important and interesting information. Through the brainstorming method, it produces a program that is informative and becomes a medium for public education.
Pengaruh Tingkat Sosial Ekonomi dan Gender Terhadap Pemilihan Transportasi Untuk Perjalanan Kerja di Kota Manado
Authors: Tanor Lauri Sharen Debra , Waani Joice Elfrida , Rompis Semuel Yacob Recky
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh tingkat sosial ekonomi dan gender terhadap pemilihan moda transportasi untuk perjalanan kerja di Kota Manado. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan menyebarkan kuisioner kepada 400 responden, dan teknik analisis menggunakan Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) dengan menggunakan software SmartPLS 3. Data yang diperoleh dari kuisioner kemudian diinput kedalam SmartPLS 3, yang kemudian akan diolah datanya sehingga menghasilkan hasil analisis model pengukuran (outer model) dan analisis model structural (inner model). Model pengukuran bertujuan untuk untuk mengetahui hubungan antara indicator dan variabel, atau mengukur besar pengaruh indicator dalam menggambarkan variabel, dan model structural bertujuan untuk menggambarkan kekuatan dari estimasi antar konstruk, dan model pengukuran bertujuan untuk menggambarkan indicator dapat merepresentasikan variabel laten yang diukur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tingkat social ekonomi berpengaruh dengan pemilihan moda dengan nilai P Value 0.000, dan gender  berpengaruh langsung terhadap pemilihan moda dengan nilai P Value 0.000. Tingkat social ekonomi berpengaruh signifikan tidak langsung terhadap pemilihan moda dengan faktor intervening keamanan dan kenyamanan. Sedangkan gender berpengaruh signifikan tidak langsung terhadap pemilihan moda melalu variabel intervening waktu, keamanan, dan kenyamanan.

 

Kata kunci— Pemilihan Moda Transportasi, Skala likert, Structural Equation Modeling  (SEM), PLS
Analisis Risiko Penanggulangan Kebakaran (Studi Kasus Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado)
Authors: Paat Denny , Tambas Arthur H , Umboh Markus K
Published: March 2024

Kejadian kebakaran yang terjadi pada gedung dapat disebabkan oleh banyak faktor. Penanggulangan bahaya kebakaran diperlukan dalam setiap manajemen bangunan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Principal Component Analysis untuk menganalisis risiko kebakaran pada gedung Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, teridentifikasi 4 komponen faktor yang sudah diuji validasi risiko penyebab kebakaran. Komponen yang memiliki pengaruh penyebab tertinggi adalah komponen faktor manusia dan teknis dengan nilai 31,043 %. Dalam komponen ini terdiri dari kurangnya pengawasan dari pimpinan, peralatan alat pemadam yang tidak sesuai spesifikasi, jaringan pengkabelan yang kurang baik, ketidakpedulian serta pemahaman yang kurang mengenai prinsip dasar pencengahan kebakaran. Nilai selanjutnya diikuti oleh komponen faktor alam dan teknis dengan besar 23,419 % yang terdiri dari penyebab kebakaran karena unsur kesengajaan, panas ektrim, hujan lebat dan angin kencang. Pengaruh ketiga yaitu alam dan teknis dengan persentase 15,581 dan yang terakhir komponen yang disebabkan oleh human eror dengan besar persentase 8,423 %. Risiko yang dihasilkan kemudian dianalisis akar penyebabnya dengan menggunakan metode Fault Analysis Methode (FTA) sehingga bisa dianalisis strategi penanganan riskonya.

 

Kata kunci : Risiko, kebakaran, principal componen analysis, fault analysis methode.
Úshinshi renessans – elimizde bilim hám ilimniń rawajlaníwíníń jańa prоgressiv jоlí
Authors: Тлеумуратов Г
Published: March 2024

Búgin fakultetimizde Inglis tili hám ádebiyatɪ kafedrasɪ baslamasɪ menen atqarɪlɪp atɪrǵan хalɪqaralɪq kоnferenciya til ilimi hám оnɪ оqɪtɪwdɪń innоvaciyalɪq máselelerin ulɪwma elimiz Ózbekstan hám Qaraqalpaqstannɪń Úshinshi Renessans basqɪshɪnda ilim hám bilim, jáhán tillerin teоriyalɪq hám ámeliy jaqtan tereń úyreniw, оlardɪń Jańa Ózbekstannɪń rawajlanɪwɪndaǵɪ tutqan оrnɪ, áhmiyeti hám rоli haqqɪnda keńnen sóz etpekshi
Awareness Dental Specialists about Different Treatment Modalities to Replace Congenitally Missing Lateral Incisors
Authors: Elmabruk Aiman , Mhanni Ahmed , Shembesh Hisham , Alarabi Abdulghani
Published: March 2024

Aims. The purpose of this study is to ascertain the dentists' and dental experts' knowledge of orthodontic closure vs. replacement as treatment options for congenitally missing lateral incisors. Methods. A cross-sectional study involving 185 dentists from several areas was carried out between September and October of 2023. A set of twenty-four multiple-choice questions was developed. Microsoft Excel 2010 was used for data collection, while SPSS version 26 was used for analysis utilising descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests. Results. A study of 185 questionnaires found that the majority of participants were general practitioners, with 56.6% working in private and government-funded clinics. Most participants exhibited an elevated incidence of lateral incisor tooth absence, a trend frequently identified through routine diagnostic procedures. A dentist with over ten years of experience identified a growing occurrence of lateral incisor tooth absence, calling for a specialised treatment approach. Participants generally preferred dental implants over orthodontics, fixed prostheses, and removable prostheses. Most general practitioners, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orthodontists preferred implant replacement for long-term aesthetic and functional results. The study found significantly those general practitioners and oral surgeons mostly stay updated on missing lateral incisor treatment through continuing education courses, while orthodontists and prosthodontists prefer reading professional journals. Conclusion. It is evident that the prevalence of tooth agenesis has increased, leading to a heightened demand for specialised dental treatment. Management of this anomaly requires comprehensive planning, considering self-consciousness, aesthetics, and malocclusion. The study emphasises the need for a multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of missing lateral incisors to ensure optimal outcomes.
The Influence of Revenue, Operational Expenses, and Tax Expenses on Financial Performance in Construction Services Companies Listed on The Indonesian Stock Exchange
Authors: Irwanto Endrik , Putra Aldi Pratama , Fajriyah Mega , Mulyani Kartika , Probokusumo Danny Widyantoro
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the influence of revenue, operating, and tax expenses on financial performance in construction service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2017-2020. The variables tested in this study consisted of the influence of income, operating expenses, and tax expenses as independent variables and proxied financial performance with operating profit margin as the dependent variable. The population in this study are construction service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2017-2020. The sampling technique used in this study was purposive sampling, and a sample of 48 data from 12 construction service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2017-2020 that met specific criteria was obtained. The data analysis technique used in this research is panel data regression analysis and classical assumption test. The results of this study indicate that income has a positive and significant effect on the company's financial performance, operating expenses have not a positive and not significant impact on the financial performance of the company, and tax expenses have not a positive and not significant effect financial performance and revenue, operating expenses and tax expense together do have a simultaneous and significant effect on the Company's Financial Performance.
Optimalisasi Pengetahuan Ibu Terkait Pemberian Vitamin A Pada Balita 6-59 bulan di Kelurahan Gunung Pangilun, Kecamatan Padang Utara
Authors: Sari Putri Permata
Published: March 2024

World Health Organization (WHO), around 190 million children still experience vitamin A deficiency in pre-school children, especially in Southeast Asia and Africa. WHO recommends giving vitamin A supplements regularly, including in Indonesia. Providing vitamin A supplements for children aged 6-59 months has proven to be useful for preventing infections, diseases (such as ARI, measles and diarrhea), increasing body resistance. The aim of this community service is to increase mothers' understanding of giving vitamin A to toddlers. Before providing information, the mother's knowledge about administering vitamin A will be identified through a pre-test. Next, the material is given and the post-test is carried out again. This activity was carried out in Gunung Pangilun sub-district, Padang City on October 15 2023. The target of this activity is mothers who have 38 toddlers. The expected result of this service activity is increased cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills regarding giving vitamin A to toddlers. The method used is education or providing material by distributing leaflets about vitamin A for toddlers. Implementation stages include preparation, implementation and evaluation. The community service team involved are experts in the field of public health who are experienced in their field. The results of the service showed that knowledge and understanding of giving vitamin A increased by 80%. So it is hoped that there will be regular education about giving vitamin A so that the coverage of giving vitamin A is optimal to improve the health status of children under five.
UNS as a Pioneer and Fortress of Pancasila in Strengthening Education in the Digital Era
Authors: Ediyono Suryo
Published: March 2024

Pancasila is the nation’s way of life, has the main function as a basis Indonesian countrywhich has long been a guide in forming national identity and directing the direction of nation development. However, technological advances and the very rapid development of information have become new challenges in maintaining and implementing the values ​​of the Pancasila principles which are all connected digitally. This research aims to determine the implementation of Pancasila values ​​at Sebelas Maret University (UNS) as a campus that declares itself as a pioneer campus and a stronghold of Pancasila. The method used is a qualitative method with literature studies from various mass media news, decision letters, and books that are related in depth and compiled and discussed with scientific journals that have conducted previous research. This research discusses the application of Pancasila as a compulsory subject for the construction of 6 places of worship, activities to socialize Pancasila values ​​to students, as well as the application of Pancasila values. The conclusion of the declaration of UNS as a Pioneer Campus and Pancasila Fortress has been supported by normative evidence and empirical evidence. Empirically, UNS has various programs, activities and infrastructure. Normatively, UNS has contributed many academic texts about the contribution of thought as a pioneer and stronghold of Pancasila
Anthropologie multimodale
Authors: Nesvaderani Nat
Published: March 2024

In recent years, there has been an enthusiastic call for the use of multimodal methods in anthropological research, largely inspired by the democratization of media production technologies. This initial excitement for multimodal methods has been closely followed by an ambivalence when digital media tools often fall short of creating the hoped-for social and political change. This entry deals with the potentials and limits of multimodal methods in anthropology, focusing in particular on the contributions of feminist anthropologists.
Relato del 12º Congreso Mundial de Neuromodulación INS Montreal, Canadá
Authors: Andreani Juan Carlos
Published: March 2024

Desde hace varios años venimos pensando que la neuromodulación, al tratarse de una ciencia que desconoce algunos principios elementales de sus mecanismos de acción, debe entrar forzosamente en un umbral o “techo”, cuando no directamente en una decadencia hasta dejar un límite superior, con prestaciones y métodos básicos definidos, que dejen establecido una serie de indicaciones y técnicas regladas, las cuales podrían cambiar más tarde sólo con el desarrollo técnico o ideas nuevas sobre aplicaciones.Sin embargo, lejos de ello, venimos presenciando, con asombro, su crecimiento cada vez mayor, no sólo en el desarrollo de las indicaciones “clásicas” como dolor crónico, movimientos anormales, espasticidad, vasculopatías periféricas, en favor del crecimiento y desarrollo continuo de la tecnología y la adquisición de experiencia práctica sobre aplicaciones e indicaciones, junto al notable crecimiento de la uromodulación que ya constituye una subespecialidad aparte, sino también en el número de disciplinas que han comenzado su aplicación en un pasado reciente, nuevos usos en cardiología, psiquiatría, gastroenterología, foniatría, adicciones, etc.
La ejecución de la pena de prisión desde la perspectiva de los límites al ius puniendi
Authors:   , Alemán Aróstegui Lorena
Published: March 2024

La ejecución de la pena de prisión constituye una fase del ejercicio del ius puniendi que tradicionalmente ha recibido poca atención desde el ámbito penal. En este trabajo, se lleva a cabo un análisis jurídico-penal crítico sobre la ejecución de la pena de prisión en el Estado español y se defiende la tesis de que los principios limitadores del ius puniendi deben aplicarse en esta fase, señalando las garantías jurídicas que deben operar en consecuencia y cuáles serán sus limitaciones. Para ello, en la primera parte de este trabajo, se analizan los principios limitadores del poder punitivo, desde una perspectiva teórica, y se elabora una propuesta de fundamentación y estructuración de los principios con el objetivo de que esta sirva para analizar la ejecución penitenciaria. A continuación, se afirma la relevancia jurídico-penal de la ejecución penitenciaria y se alude a la necesidad de que la doctrina penal se ocupe de su estudio y crítica. Para ello, se analiza el sistema penitenciario español, se extraen sus rasgos fundamentales y se formula un criterio para determinar la relevancia jurídico-penal y la consecuente aplicación de los principios y la concreción de garantías jurídicas. En la segunda parte, se analizan los cambios político-criminales de las últimas décadas y sus manifestaciones en el ámbito penitenciario —entre las que destacan la generación de un Derecho penitenciario del enemigo, de un Derecho penitenciario del riesgo y de un derecho de las víctimas al encierro del agresor— las cuales evidencian, todavía en mayor medida, la necesidad de poner límites al poder punitivo en la ejecución penitenciaria. En la tercera parte, se desarrolla el criterio utilizado para determinar la relevancia jurídico-penal enunciado en la primera parte, a través de la concreción y clasificación de una serie de decisiones penitenciarias graduadoras de la libertad ambulatoria. Se analiza su regulación y se lleva a cabo una aproximación a la toma de algunas de estas decisiones en la práctica, de la que se extraen sus principales problemáticas. En la cuarta parte, se propone una aplicación de los principios limitadores a la ejecución penitenciaria y su concreción en garantías jurídicas, y se exponen sus implicaciones tanto en el modelo de ejecución de la pena de prisión como respecto de los criterios para la toma de decisiones penitenciarias. Finalmente, se reconocen las limitaciones del enfoque jurídico garantista en una institución como la cárcel. Pero, al mismo tiempo, se reivindica que aquel resulta imprescindible mientras se siga utilizando la privación de libertad como respuesta penal.
Isolation and Identification of dsRNA Mycovirus from Cultivated Mushroom Lentinula edodes
Authors: Khankhum Surasak , Maneechoat Phoowanarth , Sunthamala Nuchsupha , Sutthisa Waraporn
Published: March 2024

Viruses that infect the edible mushroom Lentinula edodes have been documented to exhibit either disease expression or remain asymptomatic. Nonetheless, our knowledge regarding viruses infecting L. edodes, as well as their diversity, remains relatively limited. This research aimed to isolate double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) molecules from 25 economically significant mushrooms using dsRNA extraction and gel electrophoresis techniques. The results revealed the presence of MSU16 dsRNA segments with a size of approximately 10,000 bp in a Lentinula sp. mushroom sample. This substantial dsRNA suggested the possible identification of the virus within the group of Lentinula edodes mycoviruses. Characterization of the MSU16 dsRNA molecule using a 2-step RT-PCR technique, DNA sequencing, and phylogenetic tree analysis based on partial RdRp nucleotide and amino acid sequences indicated a close relationship to other mushroom viruses found in Lentinula sp., with similarity ranging from 39.4 to 64.6 %. Molecular classification of the ITS gene sequence of the dsRNA-detected MSU16 showed a 92 % identity with L. edodes. However, the mushroom MSU16 could not be classified based on the limited LSU gene sequence available in GenBank. This study suggests that the MSU16 dsRNA molecule represents a Lentinula edodes dsRNA mycovirus isolate from Thailand. Our findings contribute valuable information about mycoviral presence in cultivated edible mushrooms.
HIGHLIGHTS
An approximately 10,000 bp dsRNA segment was successfully isolated from the Lentinula edodes mushroom isolate MSU16. This dsRNA was characterized through a 2-step RT-PCR, DNA sequencing, and phylogenetic analysis, focusing on partial RdRp nucleotide and amino acid sequences. The analysis indicated a close relationship between the isolated dsRNA and other viruses known to infect L. edodes mushrooms. Furthermore, the ITS gene sequence of MSU16 exhibited a high similarity to the corresponding ITS sequences in L. edodes.
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Survey Paper on the Driver Drowsiness Detection using IoT
Authors: Mrs. Nilima Pagar  , Tanaya Chavan  , Shradha Gholap  , Shruti Mandale  , Sanjana Nikam
Published: March 2024

Traffic accidents caused by drowsy drivers represent a crucial threat to public safety. Recent statistics show that drowsy drivers cause an estimated 15.5% of fatal accidents. With the widespread use of mobile devices and roadside units, these accidents can be significantly prevented using a drowsiness detection solution. This device would be a valuable tool for helping to keep drivers safe on the road. It would be especially beneficial for drivers who are prone to drowsiness, such as long-haul truck drivers or shit workers. The system works by collecting data from the various sensors and using a machine learning algorithm. While several solutions were proposed in the literature, they all fall short of presenting a distributed architecture that can answer the needs of these applications without breaching the driver’s privacy.
Del videojuego al anime: Hakuoki Shinsengumi Kitan y la modelización de la cultura otaku
Authors: Mauna Florencia
Published: March 2024

El presente artículo se inscribe dentro de la reflexión sobre la serie de animación japonesa Hakuoki Shinsegumi Kitan (Idea Factory, 2010), una adaptación de una saga de videojuegos otome con el nombre Hakouki. La narrativa se sitúa en la era Edo donde la protagonista, Chizuru, se ve obligada a vestirse de hombre y vivir bajo las reglas de los miembros del Shinsengumi, una de las últimas fuerzas policiales del período del Shogunato Tokuwaga. A partir de un enfoque interdisciplinar, analizaremos cómo la animación de esta serie japonesa traduce y modeliza la cultura otaku a partir de tres componentes fundamentales: emoción, historia y estética.
Unilateral Periorbital Necrotizing Fasciitis – A Case Report
Authors: Trepka-Sirek Barbara , Sirek Sebastian , Mrukwa-Kominek Ewa , Niedzielska Iwona
Published: March 2024

Introduction

Periorbital necrotizing fasciitis is rare due to the excellent blood supply to the area, but nevertheless can sometimes lead to death. Knowledge of the symptoms of the disease enables rapid diagnosis, which reduces the possibility of serious complications of the disease and its mortality. To date, few publications describing the disease entity have been presented.

Patient description

A 70-year-old male patient was admitted to the hospital with necrotizing fasciitis of the left upper eyelid region, diagnosed on the basis of fulminant development of necrosis and a positive bacteriological test for S. pyogenes.

Results

Contrast-enhanced computed tomography showed the presence of a pathological inflammatory infiltrate within the eyelid of the left eye and subcutaneous tissue at the preseptal level of the orbit and left cheek. Blood tests showed leukocytosis (total white blood cell count of 17.33 x 109/ L with 87.1% neutrophils) and elevated C reactive protein parameters (240.64 mg/ L). Empirical intravenous antibiotic therapy was administered: 1 g of amoxicillin with 200 mg of clavulanic acid every 8 hours, 500 mg of metronidazole every 8 hours, and ciprofloxacin into the left and right conjunctival sacs 3 mg/ml every 6 hours. Surgical debridement of upper eyelid necrosis was performed on the second day of hospitalization.

Conclusions

The peculiar anatomical structure of the periocular region promotes the dynamic development of necrotizing fasciitis. The close proximity of the central nervous system and the eyeball threatens irreversible consequences, including loss of vision or death. Early appropriate targeted treatment can effectively stop the development of the disease and prevent severe complications.
UTERINE FIBROIDS AND THE CORRELATION WITH BLACK WOMEN
Authors: Pedro do Valle Varela João , Nogueira Domingues Shayenne , Quimquim Samuel Andressa , Monfradini da Silva Jacqueline , Corrêa de Melo Lucas , Sasso Diniz Mariana , Lorenzutti Teixeira Gustavo , Spinassé Del Caro Elisa , Cavaglieri Trevelin Erick , Luiz Teixeira Fully Fabio
Published: March 2024

Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors in the uterus of women of reproductive age and can cause symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain and increased abdominal volume. Studies have shown a higher prevalence of uterine fibroids in black women compared to women of other ethnicities. Understanding the causes of this disparity is fundamental to developing more effective prevention and treatment strategies. Investigating the relationship between the incidence of uterine fibroids and black ethnicity, analyzing the genetic and social factors that may contribute to this correlation and proposing measures to reduce the incidence of uterine fibroids in black women are the aims of this study. This is a systematic literature review using an exploratory and narrative method, with qualitative and quantitative premises. The databases used were PubMed, Scielo, Scopus, Web of Science and the Virtual Health Library. The articles analyzed were selected by exclusion and inclusion criteria, which are set out here, using the health sciences descriptors “uterine fibroids”, “black women and uterine fibroids”, “genetic factors and uterine fibroids” and “environmental factors and uterine fibroids”, reaching a total of 617 articles searched and 9 used in this study. Genetic studies have suggested a genetic predisposition to the development of uterine fibroids in black women, with the identification of genetic variants associated with a higher risk. In addition, social factors such as limited access to quality healthcare, socioeconomic inequalities and exposure to psychosocial stressors may also play an important role. Lack of access to preventive healthcare and unequal access to effective treatments may contribute to a higher prevalence of uterine fibroids in black women. Measures to reduce this disparity include promoting equitable access to healthcare, reproductive health education and public policies that address the underlying causes of health inequalities. The correlation between uterine fibroids and black women highlights the need for integrated approaches that consider both genetic and social factors. Promoting equity in access to health care and implementing public policies aimed at women’s health are key to reducing the incidence of uterine fibroids and improving the quality of life of black women.
Pattern Of Maxillofacial Fractures In Combined Military Hospital, Peshawar
Authors: Khan Faisal Nawaz , Akbar Zainab , Javaid Sanya , Afzal Muhammad , Adeel Muhammad Ramzan , Saeed Sabeen
Published: March 2024

Objectives: To determine the various patterns of maxillofacial fractures in patients presenting at CMH, Peshawar
Study Design: Cross-sectional study
Place and Duration of Study: 30-Military Dental Center, CMH, Peshawar Pakistan, from Sep 2021 to Mar 2022.
Methodology: A total of 207 patients from all age groups, both genders, presenting with any features of maxillofacial fracture due to accidental injuries were included. A thorough history and clinical and radiographic examination were carried out, along with a diagnosis of suspected facial fractures per clinical presentation and radiographic assessment.
Results: The different accidental injuries found in this study were as follows; 127(61.35%) road traffic accidents, 45(21.74%) falls, 13(6.28%) assaults, 16(7.73%) sports injuries and 6(2.90%) gunshot wounds. The different bones involved were 38(18.36%) injuries of the frontal bone, 48(23.19%) in the maxilla, 42(20.29%) in nasal, (14.01%) in NOE, 110(53.14%) in zygoma and 122(58.94%) injuries included mandible bone.
Conclusion: Roadside accidents are the most common aetiology of maxillofacial fracture, and the mandible is the most commonly involved bone in such fracture.
Adherence of Primary Caregiver To Post Stroke Dysphagia Recommendations In Pakistan
Authors: Shakeel Rimsha , Mumtaz Nazia , Saqulain Ghulam , Shakeel Maryam , Ahmad Nadeem
Published: March 2024

Objective: To find the adherence of primary caregivers to post-stroke dysphagia recommendations in Pakistan.
Study Design: Cross-sectional study
Place and Duration of Study: Armed Forces Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, Rawalpindi Pakistan, from Jun 2019 to April 2020.
Methodology: We recruited 92 primary caregivers of either gender aged ≥ 18 years, assisting stroke patients with dysphagia in feeding and activities of daily living. Caregivers of cases with multiple disabilities, those not aware of dysphagia recommendations and those not involved in the implementation of dysphagia recommendations were excluded. Caregiver Mealtime and Dysphagia Questionnaire (CMDQ) were used for data collection.
Results: Out of 92 Caregivers 17(18.48%) were non-compliant while 75(82%) reported significant compliance to dysphagia recommendations with mean scores of 3.11±0.48 and 1.98±0.51, respectively. In addition, the significant difference between scores of compliant and non-compliant groups was noted for the domains of Quality, Avoidance and Disagreement (p<0.001).
Conclusion: Most primary caregivers were compliant and adhered to the dysphagia recommendation of stroke in Pakistan
Investigation of the effects of Ramadan and intermittent fasting on material and spiritual health
Authors: Tüzün İdris , Çavuş Umut Yücel
Published: March 2024

One of the most important problems for humanity is maintaining health. It is much easier and more cost-effective to protect it than to fix it after it has deteriorated. Modern medicine has also caught up with this point in recent years and has started to give more importance to preventive medicine practices, as Islam has been emphasizing for 1400 years. For this reason, preventive medicine practices such as intermittent fasting and eating less, which are recommended both in Islam and in scientific studies, are very important in terms of protecting health, reducing health expenditures and the workload of hospitals. In this study, we have compared the Qur'an and hadiths, which are the main sources of Islam, with the current medical literature datas. We have shown that they both point to the same points and make recommendations in the same parallel, such as intermittent fasting. With this study, which is the first and original in this respect, we aimed to contribute to the protection and improvement of both individual and social health and to reduce health expenditures and the workload of hospitals.
The predictive value of first trimester maternal serum pregnancy-associated plasma protein-a (papp-a) level in predicting gestational diabetes mellitus
Authors: Yalçın Necim , İlhan Adil Hakan , Alcı Aysun
Published: March 2024

Aims: The aim of this study is to evaluate the predictive value of first trimester biochemical markers in the subsequent development of gestational diabetes mellitus.
Methods: Data were retrospectively collected from the file records of 361 pregnant patients, who were admitted to the 1st Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic at Sisli Etfal Education and Training Hospital for first trimester prenatal screening test between 11-14 weeks of their gestation and who later had undergone 50 gram glucose challenge test at 24-28 weeks of their gestation, between November 2007 and February 2011. Age, patient weight, Crown rump length (CRL), gestational week, Pregnancy-Associated Plasma Protein-A (PAPP-A) concentration, PAPP-A multiple of median (MoM) value, Beta-human koryonik gonadotropin (B-HCG) concentration, B-HCG MoM value, 50 and 100 g oral glucose challange test result were recorded from the files. Gestational diabetes was diagnosed according to National Diabates Data Grup cutt-off values and criteria. The association between first trimester biochemical markers and subsequent development of gestational diabetes was evaluated.
Results: In this study low PAPP-A and/or HCG MoM values and increased Nuchal translucency (NT) MoM values were found to be statistically significant for subsequent development of gestational diabetes.
Conclusion: GDM is an important health problem that carries many risks of complications for both mother and fetus. Pregnant women with GDM may have high blood sugar levels before diagnosis at 24 weeks of gestation, so fetal growth may be negatively affected by maternal hyperglycemia. Use of first trimester screening maternal serum biomarkers may lead to early diagnosis of GDM and interventions to improve maternal and fetal outcomes.
Health follow-up visits of children with autism
Authors: Tapcı Ayşe Esra , Duyan Çamurdan Aysu
Published: March 2024

Child health follow-up is the most important of basic health services and should continue at regular intervals until the age of 18 years. Physicians’ child health follow-up examinations present the best opportunity to deliver evidence-based preventive health services, such as monitoring the growth and development of the child, conducting age-appropriate screenings, providing vitamin/mineral support according to age and requirements, administering childhood vaccinations, informing the family about home accidents and nutrition, monitoring the child in terms of child neglect and abuse risks, and raising the awareness of the family in this regard. Child health follow-up should encompass not only children without any health problems but also those with mental, physical, visual, or hearing impairments, or special needs such as those with autism. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by social and communication limitations and repetitive, restricted behaviors. The presence of a child with special needs such as autism can have social, psychological, and economic implications for family members. While there are many difficulties in caring for a healthy child, these difficulties increase exponentially in the care of a child with special needs. Professional assistance is necessary for families to address matters such as monitoring the child’s development, providing nourishment, and administering vaccinations. Children with autism constitute a group that needs to be closely followed up for vitamin-mineral deficiencies and growth retardation due to their higher risk of malnutrition. For these reasons, regular health follow-up of children with autism is essential at regular intervals.
Crónica del mes septiembre
Authors: Anaya Eugenio C.
Published: March 2024

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ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 39, No. 432-433, 1984: 823-825.