bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A protocol for feasibility of plasma based GeneXpert platform and Dried Blood Spot (DBS) based Abbott platform for HIV-1 viral load testing among the people living with HIV attending ART centers in India
Authors: Kamble Suchit , Shidhaye Pallavi , Mukherjee Anupam , Tak Madhuri , Bembalkar Shilpa , Aggarwal Sumit , Deb Arpita , Kapoor Neha , Verma Vinita , Das Chinmoyee , Kulkarni Smita , Ghate Manisha , Godbole Sheela
Published: May 2023

Background

HIV-1 Viral load (VL) measures efficiency of the antiretroviral therapy (ART) after treatment initiation and helps to diagnose virological failures at an early stage. Current VL assays require sophisticated laboratory facilities. As well as there are other challenges pertaining to insufficient laboratory access, cold-chain management and sample transportation. Hence the number of HIV-1 VL testing laboratories is inadequate in the resource limited settings. The revised national tuberculosis elimination programme (NTEP) in India has developed a vast network of point of care (PoC) testing facilities for diagnosis of tuberculosis and several GeneXpert platforms are functional under this programme. Both the GeneXpert HIV-1 assay and HIV-1 Abbott real time assay are comparable and GeneXpert HIV-1 assay can be used as PoC for HIV-1 Viral load testing. Also, the dried blood spot (DBS) as a sample type has been considered as a good option for HIV-1 VL testing in hard to reach areas. This protocol is therefore developed to assess the feasibility of integrating HIV-1 VL testing among people living with HIV (PLHIV) attending ART centres using the two public health models under the current programme: 1. HIV-1 VL testing using GeneXpert platform and plasma as a sample type, and 2. HIV-1 VL testing using Abbott m2000 platform and DBS as a sample type.

Methods

This ethically approved feasibility study will be implemented at two moderate to high burden ART centres where VL testing facility is not available in the town. Under Model-1, arrangements will be made to carry out VL testing on the adjacent GeneXpert facility and under Model-2, DBS will be prepared on site and couriered to identified viral load testing laboratories. In order to assess the feasibility, data will be collected on pretested questionnaire pertaining to number of samples tested for VL testing, number of samples tested for tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis and the turnaround time (TAT). In-depth interviews will be conducted among the service providers at ART centre and different laboratories for addressing any issues regarding the model implementation.

Results

The proportion of PLHIV tested for VL at ART centres, total TAT for both models including TAT for sample transportation, sample testing and receipt of results as well as proportion of sample rejections and reasons for the same, correlation coefficient between DBS based and plasma based VL testing will be estimated using various statistical tools.

Conclusion

If found promising, these public health approaches will be helpful for the policy makers and program implementation in scaling up HIV-1 viral load testing within India.
Prevalence of multidrug-resistant and extended-spectrum β–lactamase-producing Escherichia coli from chicken farms in Egypt
Authors: Salem Gamal A. , Abdelaziz El-Sayed A. , Kamel Mohammed A. , Rhouma Nasreddin R. , Ali Reem I.
Published: May 2023

Background and Aim: Extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing Escherichia coli strains exhibit antibiotic resistance and are known to infect humans worldwide. This study assessed the phenotypic and genotypic prevalence of ESBL-resistant E. coli isolates recovered from the respiratory tracts of chickens in El-Sharkia Governorate, Egypt.

Materials and Methods: We obtained 250 lung samples (one lung/bird) from 50 chicken farms (5 chickens/farm) to isolate, identify, and serotype E. coli. Antimicrobial resistance susceptibility was determined using the disk diffusion method, while the ESBL phenotype was identified using double disk synergy. We detected the β-lactamase genes, blaTEM, and blaSHV, using a polymerase chain reaction.

Results: The results showed that 140/250 (56%) were infected with E. coli. All the serogroups of isolated E. coli exhibited high multi-antimicrobial resistance index values (>0.2), and 65.7% were confirmed to have ESBL. Among the isolates with the ESBL phenotypes, 55 (60%) and 32 (35%) contained the blaTEM and blaSHV genes, respectively.

Conclusion: The widespread distribution of multidrug-resistant and ESBL-producing E. coli among poultry farms is a significant human health hazard. These results will help the Egyptian authorities to implement a national one-health approach to combat the antimicrobial resistance problem.

Keywords: antimicrobial resistance, β-lactamase, chicken farms, Escherichia coli.
Enhancement Reinforcing Concrete Beams Using Polypropylene Cord-Knitted Bars
Authors: El-Aziz Manar Y. Abd , Abdel-Megied Z. M. , Seddik K. M.
Published: May 2023

Currently, technical fabrics play a major role in many industries due to their multiple characteristics. The aim of this research was to utilize composite knitted bars to reinforce concrete beams. Six cord-knitted samples with two different polypropylene yarn counts (outer layer) and three different core materials were manufactured and immersed in a local epoxy material (Kemapoxy 150). Composite knitted bars were prepared in this way. Several tests were conducted for fabrics and knitted bar samples. All data were collected and analysed using two different tools: ANOVA test and radar chart area. Finally, three concrete beams with a varying number of cord-knitted bars (one bar, two bars and three bars) were produced. The results indicated that the differences in outer and core yarns for cord-knitted samples have a significant effect on several fabric and bar characteristics. The knitted bars with PP core yarn can be more beneficial for concrete that do does not require high stress, while the knitted bars using glass fibres and polypropylene (50% and 50% PE) as core materials are not appropriate for applications that require more flexibility and extensibility. Reinforced concrete beams were improved significantly with cord-knitted bars, taking into account the number of bars per area, which may cause the minimizing of flexure force through an increase in that number of bars per area.
Studi Karakteristik Sedimen Dasar Perairan Tanjung Pasir Banten menggunakan Metode Gradistat
Authors: Rachman Reno Arief , Armono Haryo Dwito , Wibowo Mardi , Istiyanto Dinar Catur
Published: May 2023

Program NCICD (National Capital Integrated Coastal Development) merupakan program strategis nasional untuk menangani permasalahan di Teluk Jakarta. Salah satu rencananya adalah dengan membangun waduk lepas pantai (WLP) di Perairan Tanjung Pasir, Banten. WLP selain berfungsi sebagai tanggul laut juga sebagai penyedia air baku. Dalam perencanaan WLP salah satu pertimbangan utama adalah permasalahan sedimentasi. Proses sedimentasi di perairan sangat terkait dengan karakteristik sedimen. Tujuannya penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pola sebaran karakteristik sedimen dasar seperti kadar air, berat jenis, gradasi, tekstur sedimen, ukuran d50 butir sedimen dan analisis statistik sedimen dasar sehingga dapat mendukung rencana pembangunan WLP NCICD. Metode yang dipakai adalah pengambilan sampel sedimen di lapangan, pengujian sampel sedimen di laboratorium, analisis sedimen secara statistik dan analisis deskriptif karakteristik sedimen dasar menggunakan metode Gradistat. Berdasarkan hasil kajian diketahui nilai kadar air 39,657 % - 413,83 %, berat jenis 1,633 g/cm3 – 2,557 g/cm3, ukuran butir 0,085 mm – 2,0 mm, ukuran rerata butir 261,1 µm - 2657,5 µm, sortasi sedimen very poorly sorted (terpilah sangat buruk) dan poorly sorted (terpilah buruk), analisis statistik sedimen tipe very platykurtic, jenis lithologi didominasi oleh pasir, sedikit berukuran lanau dan pasir halus hingga pasir sedang. Sedimen dasar di perairan ini mempunyai daya dukung tanah yang baik untuk dibangun WLP.   The NCICD (National Capital Integrated Coastal Development) is a national strategic program to deal with problems in Jakarta Bay. One of the plans is to build a sea dike (WLP) in Tanjung Pasir, Banten. In addition to functioning as a sea wall, WLP is also a raw water provider. In WLP planning, one of the primary considerations is the problem of sedimentation. The sedimentation process in the waters is closely related to the characteristics of the sediment. This study aimed to determine the distribution pattern of bottom sediment characteristics such as water content, specific gravity, gradation, sediment texture, d50 sediment grain size, and statistical analysis of bottom sediments to support the NCICD WLP development plan. The method used is taking sediment samples in the field, testing sediment samples in the laboratory, statistical analysis of sediments, and descriptive analysis of bottom sediment characteristics using the Gradistat method. Based on the results of the study, it is known that the water content is 39.657% - 413.83%, the specific gravity is 1.633 g/cm3 – 2.557 g/cm3, the grain size is 0.085 mm – 2.0 mm, the average grain size is 261.1 µm - 2657.5 µm, Sediment sorting is very poorly sorted and poorly sorted, statistical analysis is classified as very platykurtic type, lithology type dominated by sand, slightly silt, and fine sand to medium sand. The bottom sediments in these waters have good soil-carrying capacity for WLP construction.
BGREI Impact on Productivity & Income from Rice: Western Vs. Northern Odisha
Authors: Behera Rajeeb Kumar , Mohanty Smaranika , Dash SS , Sahoo Sweta , Mishra SK , Das Lipi , Raj RK
Published: May 2023

The article provides a comparison of the impact of the BGREI on rice productivity and income in the western and northern portions of Odisha in 2016–17. After consulting with scientists of ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack, 2 districts Mayurbhanj and Bargarh were selected as the research location. Two blocks from each district, 4 villages from each block were taken into consideration purposively and 10 farmers were selected randomly. Two pre-tested questionnaires were administered separately to the randomly selected beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries to collect the required data. After analysis of the data, it was observed that there is an increase of 8.83 quintals/acre (61.92%) in the productivity of Kharif rice in western Odisha, whereas in northern Odisha it is 6.1 quintals/acre (60.10%). Likewise, in case of Income from Kharif rice, there is an increment of Rs.12980/acre in western Odisha, whereas in northern Odisha it is Rs.8967/acre. After a critical statistical study, it was also clarified that there is no such major difference in the impact of BGREI on the income of rice farmers and productivity of rice, based on the location (i.e. between western Odisha and northern Odisha). It can be said that there is no such biasness in the BGREI scheme implemented areas of Odisha.
Planting Date and Genotype Effect On Morpho-agronomic Traits of Burkina Faso Sweet Grain Sorghum
Authors: Tondé Wendmanegda Hermann , Sawadogo Nerbéwendé , Tiendrébéogo Josiane , Boro Oumar , Sawadogo Pingawindé , Kiébré Mariam , Tiendrébéogo Kouka Fidèle , Yaméogo Irissa , Sawadogo Mahamadou
Published: May 2023

Sweet grain sorghum is an under-exploited crop mainly grown around dwelling houses. Its production faces harsh environmental conditions. This study aims to assess sowing date effect on morpho-agronomical traits of sweet grain sorghum. Thus, 30 genotypes of sweet grain sorghum were assessed under 2 planting dates (June 26 and July 20) 24 days apart in a Randomized Complete Block Designs with 3 replications using 10 traits. The results showed a significant effect of sowing date on most of the traits, except internode length. All genotypes were sensitive to photoperiod variation by reducing their sowing-flowering cycle from 08 to 20 days, size and yield at the second planting date. Delayed sowing also resulted in a decrease in plant height (66.4 cm), 100 grain weight (8.3%), panicle weight (16.84%) and grain yield per plant (18.93%). The genotypes expressed a differential sensitivity to photoperiod variation with a mean coefficient of 0.59. Finally, a clustered flowering of all genotypes between September 11 and 27 was observed for both sowing dates. These results could be exploited by sweet sorghum breeding programme in the definition of the cropping calendar.
Evaluation of physicochemical properties with the availability of plant nutrients in forests and crop farms in different Fijian provinces
Authors: Singh Indra Raj , Nair Pramod N
Published: May 2023

Soils are the foundation of agriculture and forestry and it provides many functions such as the supply of water and nutrients and anchorage for plant growth and more. Forest farming and agriculture farming are 2 entities of the ecosystem and they may lead to changes in soil properties. To cope with the challenges in the soil management system, data on current chemical and physical soil properties are more necessary. Therefore, we present a comparative study on soil properties existing in soil and forest farms of Fiji Island. Soil samples from 24 different locations were collected from 8 sites based on the heterogeneity and land use of soils, keeping in view the variation in soil type and slope to determine physicochemical properties and nutrient status. The physical properties such as bulk density (1.05-1.20 Mg m-3), percent porosity (54.14-56.62), moisture % (16.78-18.53%) and soil permeability (11.79-12.35 cm hour-1 was comparatively higher in forest farms compared to the agricultural farms. The soil pH in forest farms and agriculture farms ranged from 5.42-6.10 and 5.30-5.61 respectively. A higher range of CEC was found in forest farms (17.7-19.2) may be due to the higher amount of soil organic matter in forest farms in comparison to agricultural farms. The results also showed that the nutrients such as N, P, K, Ca and Mg and micronutrients (Cu, Fe, Mn and Zn) values were low on the agricultural farms.  The study suggests the combined use of good agricultural practices, limited use of agrochemicals and minimal soil disturbance at agriculture farms to prevent further degradation, acidification and nutrient stocks.
An overview on phytoconstituents and multiple biological activities of Euphorbia hirta
Authors: Chandel Shobhini , Das Saumya , Mazumder Avijit , Neha  , Chauhan Vijayant Singh
Published: May 2023

The major genus in the Euphorbiaceae family, Euphorbia is having more than 1600 species. The Euphorbiaceae family includes the annual weed Euphorbia hirta, sometimes referred to as the asthma plant. It's not just a weed, it also has medical properties. The Chinese Pharmacopoeia and African pharmacopoeia listed E. hirta for many drugs. Along with tropical and temperate regions of the world, Africa, Bangladesh, Australia and India are also home to these therapeutic herbs. The current review discusses its phytoconstituent profile, therapeutic profile and other significant biological characteristics. It includes a number of secondary active compounds, such as polyphenols, flavonoids, steroids, tannins and alkaloids, which act as anti-microbial, anti-fertility, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-plasmodial, anti-tumor and in the management of many other disorders. Hematuria and gonorrhoea are also treated with E. hirta. In South Africa E. hirta is widely accepted as the prophylaxis of asthma. The herb is utilized as an enema remedy in the Gold Coast. Inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis and diabetic-induced sores are just a few of the chronic inflammatory disorders that can be treated topically using the alcohol-based fruit and leaf extract of E. hirta. For the purpose of identifying and creating a monograph on E. hirta, this review may be used.
Suitability assessment and recommendations for Urban agricultural development: A case study in Cai Rang District, Can Tho City, Viet Nam
Authors: Vu Pham Thanh , Minh Vo Quang
Published: May 2023

This study aimed to assess the contributing aspects and design decentralized adaptive models for urban agriculture. The research techniques included data collection, surveying and interviewing farmers, statistical analysis and FAO land suitability assessment techniques. The results show that the model of growing green vegetables, fruits and vegetables outside, together with decorative plants, orchids and raising cattle, is the most effective. Moreover, job-creating models boost income, calm down people, spread joy, supply clean food right away, provide room for greenery, recycle agricultural waste and reduce environmental pollution. The outcome is the foundation for selecting the best foreign investment model for future growth. According to the study's findings, sustainable agricultural options for the area assist people in living better, protecting the environment, and earning more money in the future.
Antiproliferative and apoptotic effect of Knobweed (Hyptis capitata) root methanol extract on WiDr colorectal cancer cells
Authors: To'bungan Nelsiani
Published: May 2023

Methanol extract of Knobweed (Hyptis capitata) root has cytotoxic activity on WiDr cells, but the mechanism of its anticancer action as well as the secondary metabolite contents have not been further explored. This study aimed to extract the roots of H. capitata by a graded maceration, using absolute chloroform and absolute methanol. Methanol extract was used for subsequent assays to trace the mechanism of anti-cancer action. Tests carried out include a doubling time test with the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide as well as an apoptosis test with Annexin V-PI Flow cytometry method. The secondary metabolite content was identified by the Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS). The results showed that, H. capitata root methanol extract treatment caused morphological changes on WiDr cells. Moreover, the treatment suppressed the cellular proliferation, indicating that it can provide an anti-proliferation effect. Furthermore, the extract treatment at IC50 and 2IC50 caused 65.45% and 97.6% of apoptosis cells respectively. These results proved that H. capitata root methanolic extract has anticancer activity with anti-proliferation properties and the ability to trigger apoptosis on WiDr cells. Phytochemical compounds that might play a role as anti-cancer, among others include chatecol, 9-hexadecanoic acid, hexadecanoid acid-ethyl ester, methyl stearate, ferruginol, retinoic acid, campesterol, stigmasterol and ?-sitosterol.
Erdoğan’s Authoritarian Neoliberalism Goes to Cyprus. What are the Chances of Success of The Imported Authoritarian Neoliberal Model?
Authors: Stelgias Nikolaos
Published: May 2023

The study seeks to advance the notion of authoritarian neoliberalism by discussing how the exportation of the authoritarian neoliberal model interacts with a closed society experiencing socio-economic upheaval. The paper follows the efforts made by a foreign power, such as Turkey, to assure the survival of an internationally non-recognised entity, such as the 'TRNC', via the neoliberal transformation of its economy and the imposition of alien political strategies and social values. The paper intends to argue that the authoritarian imposition of conservative and neoliberal policies on a society by a foreign actor doesn’t necessarily produce the desired outcome. Instead, by leaving behind accumulated unsolved problems and by reproducing social and political inequalities it can raise concerns about the sustainability of the structure that the neoliberal policies were designed to support.
Determinants of Smart City Technology Acceptance: Role of Smart Governance as Moderator
Authors: Manogaran Pavitira , Teoh Ai Ping
Published: May 2023

Smart city technology is a city with information and communication technology that aims to solve problems and meet society's needs. Smart city technology's success depends on the acceptance of its citizens. The main purpose of this paper is to illustrate the determinants of smart city technology acceptance among working professionals and the moderating role of smart governance, supported by the unified theory of adoption and use of technology 2. The study uses a quantitative approach. Data is collected from working professionals using an online questionnaire. 103 responses were received and analysed using the IBM SPSS Statistics 26 and SmartPLS 3 software. The findings suggest that performance expectancy, social influence, facilitating condition, price value, habit, and trust significantly influenced the acceptance of smart city technology. In addition, smart governance moderated the relationship between performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, price value, habit, trust, and smart city technology acceptance. The study contributes to the empirical gap by adding trust and smart governance's role as a moderator to address the limitations of the unified theory of adoption and use of technology 2 model. Practically, this study reveals insights useful to government agencies and corporations in crafting sustainable strategies that prioritise people's needs in smart city initiatives.
Dental occlusion characteristics in subjects with bruxism
Authors: Cadar Mihai , Almăşan Oana
Published: May 2023

Background and aims. Bruxism is associated with a variety of factors, some of which are oral (occlusion, joint, face shape) while others are of a systemic nature (respiratory, cardiac, neurotransmitters, stress). The relationship between bruxism and occlusion has received great attention, but it still has a lot of ambiguity. This study aimed at investigating the parameters that may affect bruxism: dental interferences or premature contacts, vicious habits, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain, TMJ noises, TMJ morning fatigue, snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, which may occur before bruxism, or because of chronic parafunction.

Methods. We conducted an observational, analytical case-control study to determine the association between bruxism and oral cavity factors as well as general factors. Participants were chosen from a group of middle-aged Romanian population. An online questionnaire was used for data collection. A total of one hundred subjects were included in the sample. Fifty cases with bruxism were chosen as a study group, and another fifty persons of similar ages were chosen as a control group. Statistical analysis was performed using the MedCalc version 20.110 software.

Results. The study comprised subjects between 18 and 42 years old. The most prevalent age range was between 20-25 years. The female-male ratio was almost similar; 62% of the participants had sleep bruxism, 10% had awake bruxism and 28% had a combined form. The arithmetic means of the daily stress levels for both research groups’ scores were 3.0 for the bruxism group and 3.24 for the control group, while the work stress was 3.04 for the bruxism group and 3.41 for the control group. Dental interferences or premature contacts, vicious habits, TMJ pain, TMJ noises, TMJ morning fatigue, snoring, and obstructive sleep apnea were evaluated. The majority of subjects received an oral splint (n=26).

Conclusions. Bruxism was associated with stress, occlusal parameters (premature contacts and occlusion interferences), and joint pathologies. Bruxism was not found to be positively correlated with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. There was a moderately significant association between bruxism and snoring. There was no evidence of an association between bruxism and vicious habits, dental aesthetics, or obstructive sleep apnea. Treatment significantly improved the quality of life, the masticatory and joint functions.
Catalogue of trachyuropodid mites (Acari: Mesostigmata: Uropodina: Trachyuropodidae) of the world, with the description of Trachyibana kozari n. sp. from Singapore
Authors: Kontschán Jenő , Ermilov Sergey G.
Published: May 2023

All known trachyuropodid mites (Acari: Uropodina: Trachyuropodidae) are listed together with diagnoses of the family Trachyuropodidae and trachyuropodid genera. A new illustrated key to trachyuropodid genera is also presented. The second species of the genus Trachyibana (T. kozari sp. nov.) is described and illustrated from Singapore. Forty eight new combinations are also presented: Arculatatrachys darwini (Kontschán and Starý, 2013) comb. nov.; Arculatatrachys newtoni (Kontschán, 2010) comb. nov.; Bostocktrachys berlesesellnickia (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; B. extremica (Kontschán and Starý, 2013) comb. nov.; B. kiewensis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; B. myrmecophila (Wiśniewski and Hirschmann, 1992) comb. nov.; B. plagiata (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; B. zicsii (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; Castritrachys quadriauricularia (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; Cristicepstrachys sinuata (Berlese, 1904) comb. nov.; Cephalojanetia multituberculata (Hirschmann, 1976) comb nov.; C. tuberosa (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; C. dentata (Kontschán, 2007) comb. nov.; Cephalouropoda alapaducta (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; Excavatatrachys auricularia (Costa, 1962) comb. nov.; E. longicornuta (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; E. longicornutasimilis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; E. poppi (Hirschmann and Zirngiebl-Nicol, 1969) comb. nov.; E. quadricornuta (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; E. sellnicki (Hirschmann and Zirngiebl-Nicol, 1969) comb. nov.; Graecatrachys bali (Kontschán and Starý, 2013) comb. nov.; G. endrodyi (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; G. ghanaensis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; G. mesofovea (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; G. mesofoveasimilis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; G. represa (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; G. rufipes (Hirschmann, 1976) comb nov.; Magnatrachys dacica (Huţu, 1973) comb. nov.; M. imperforata (Berlese, 1904) comb. nov.; M. mexicana (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; M. pecinai (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; M. schusteri (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; M. schusterisimilis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; Trogulotrachys ablesi (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; T. celtica (Halbert, 1907) comb. nov.; T. hirschmanni (Pecina, 1980) comb. nov.; T. kinsella (Kontschán et al., 2010) comb. nov.; T. michaeli (Ewing, 1909) comb. nov.; T. wasmanniana (Berlese, 1903) comb. nov.; T. willmanni (Hirschmann and Zirngiebl-Nicol, 1969) comb. nov.; Urojanetia baloghi (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; U. baloghisimilis (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; U. belunensis (Lombardini, 1962) comb. nov.; U. hexaspinosa (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; U. mahunkai (Hirschmann, 1976) comb. nov.; U. similicoccinea (Hiramatsu, 1979) comb. nov.; Urotrachytes formicariasimilis (Hirschmann, 1975) comb. nov.; and Ur. ponticuli (Karg, 1989) comb. nov.
The Perception of Anti-Semitic Hatred in the Italian Media and Justice System
Authors: Buoncompagni Giacomo
Published: May 2023

The so-called neo-anti-Semitism, perceived differently by Italian journalists and lawyers, highlights the problem of identity in a multicultural society at the local level, of understanding the Other and (its) history, of the relationship between the public sphere and the networked society: the Jews, due to their unique history of diaspora, have always brought out the dialectic between the particular and the universal in the eyes of the world. This condition further “stretched” hatred in societies, especially anti-Semitic sentiment combined with conspiracy. Therefore, it is necessary for public institutions to understand and investigate contemporary forms of hate. This article will present part of the results of research that investigated the level of perception of journalists and jurists on the phenomenon of anti-Semitism.
Analysis of the economically motivated food adulteration in China based on 6477 events from 2000 to 2020
Authors: Wang Tian-wei , Zhang Meng-li , Sun Na-na , Chen Hui-hui , Zhang Chong-xiao , Wang Qian , Zhang Wen-zhong
Published: May 2023

In order to investigate the epidemic characteristics of economically motivated food adulteration (EMA) in China, we analyzed the frequency and/or percentage of parameters of EMAs from 2000 to 2020. A total of 6477 EMAs were collected from a portal based in China and evaluated, the results showed that 69% of the EMAs were identified through supervisions and 95.7% EMAs were discovered in the sale process. The top three specifications of EMA information were listed as follows: the regions were Guangdong, Shandong, and Henan; the fraud means were illegal addition, substitution or dilution, and unqualified hygiene; the food types were meat, vegetable, and fruit. Our findings indicated that supervision of the production process of the main food types is of utmost importance to prevent EMA, according to adulterating phase, fraud means, and adulterer type.
Some problems raised by the theory of the equivalence of conditions and the theory of adequate causation in civil liability
Authors:   Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción, Aedo Barrena Cristian , Munita Marambio Renzo ,   Universidad del Desarrollo
Published: May 2023

In this work we intend to highlight some questionings regarding the application of the theory of the equivalence of the conditions as well as the theory of adequate causation in the resolution of complex causal issues. Said complex issues involve factual characteristics that do not allow determining harmful effects for later qualifying them as damages (at least from a sensible sense of justice). Regarding the first theory, it is stated that since there are damages whose origin can only be attributed to omissions, the causal approach of mental suppression loses relevance; The same thing happens in contexts of alternative or hypothetical causation, in which it is essential to resort to statutory criteria to respond to these complex issues. Regarding the latter theory, it is argued that it reveals complexities, mainly its connection with foreseeability, which can be seen both in the context of the an debeatur and of quantum respondentur, which are part of the stages of any liability judgment. This occurs when determining the scope of those who are deemed liable. In this latter case the distinction between adequate causation and negligence is not really appreciated; the same occurs in the determination of damages; if this latter theory were followed, the principle of comprehensive damage provided for by our legal system would be violated, at least for non-contractual liability, in accordance with the provisions of article 2329 of the Civil Code (CC).
Marketing sensorial y perfil del consumidor:
Authors: Moral Jiménez María de la Villa , González Carreño Celia
Published: May 2023

Antecedentes: Hay múltiples factores que influyen en el consumidor durante el proceso de compra y se ha confirmado que las señales visuales median en gran parte de sus decisiones, siendo el color uno de los elementos con más poder de persuasión. El objetivo del presente estudio ha sido valorar la influencia del color como recurso empleado en las estrategias diseñadas desde el ámbito del marketing sensorial, así como la construcción de dos tipos de perfiles de consumidor con la finalidad de dirigir estas estrategias de forma más específica. Metodología: Se contó con una muestra de 452 participantes con un rango de edad comprendido entre 18 y 74 años (X = 42,98; DT = 15,351) que respondieron sobre sus hábitos y conductas de consumo, así como sobre la percepción de la influencia del color en el proceso de compra. Resultados: Se ha confirmado el valor del color como transmisor de información, además de su potencial implicación a la hora de establecer una buena vinculación emocional consumidor-producto-marca. Aquellos consumidores con un perfil de tipo más emocional están más influenciados por el uso del color en las estrategias de marketing que aquellos con un perfil más racional. Se ha comprobado la valoración positiva de los productos en los que existe congruencia entre el color del paquete y el sabor, olor o la categoría del producto esperados, así como la percepción de más innovadores en aquellos en los que se producía incongruencia entre los mismos. Conclusiones: Se valora la importancia del color del producto en la toma de decisión de los consumidores, de ahí que se incida en su valor como recurso desde el marketing sensorial.
A Review on Anticipatory Contractual Breaches and Remedies under CISG
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Kim Sun-ok
Published: May 2023

Purpose – This research aims to explore the practical application of anticipatory breaches in international sale contracts, examine the legal framework, and analyze the impact on the parties involved. Design/Methodology/Approach – The research methodology involves analyzing a case study in which decisions were made applying articles 71, 72, and 73 of the CISG, which govern the issue of an anticipatory breach of contract. Findings – The findings suggest that a party intending to suspend its obligations or terminate a contract for an anticipatory breach must present objective evidence. However, if there are suspicions, but it is difficult to submit evidence, the party may, by notice, request the other party provide appropriate security for the performance of the contract. If the other party does not provide adequate security, that fact could be used as evidence. Research Implications – The anticipatory breach provisions set out in articles 71, 72, and 73 of the CISG help to adjust potential damages and allow both parties to take effective measures in case of a potential breach of contract. It may be necessary for both sellers and buyers to take effective measures without waiting until the breach materializes on the due date. The originality of the research lies in its examination of the practical application and legal framework of anticipatory breach, and its impact on the parties involved in international sale contracts.
The Characteristics and Application of RCEP Rules of Origin
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Kim Eun-Bin
Published: May 2023

Purpose – This study examines the characteristics of the rules of origin for RCEP, an agreement concluded by Korea, identifies problems that may arise when applying the rules of origin of RCEP, and proposes countermeasures. Design/Methodology/Approach – Whether or not the benefits of FTAs are realized depends on the various characteristics of FTAs, among which is the Rule of Origin (RoO). Looking at the relationship between the unification of the criteria for determining the country of origin, as each FTA determines the country of origin differently, the cost is greater than the tariff benefit that occurs when applying this to the FTA. As such, it is a realistic issue that may force giving up the FTA due to the spaghetti ball effect. We intend to contribute to the facilitation of trade through the unification of origin determination criteria to solve the problem. Findings – By examining the characteristics of the rules of origin and presenting institutional problems and supplementary points that may occur when the RCEP's rules of origin are applied, conclusions that can serve as references for the remaining FTA negotiation tasks have been drawn. Research Implications – The suggested four implications establish a more diversified trade structure by converging on all active, efficient, and feasible exports and imports, and contribute to the increase in Korea's trade volume through trade liberalization and market opening in the current situation wherein the international trade environment is rapidly changing. For this purpose, RCEP must be applied effectively.
An Economic Analysis of Raising thr Buyer’s Burden in the e-Commerce Market: The Completion of Delivery Networks and Platform Differentiation
Authors:   The Korea International Trade Research Institute, Yoo Hanwook , Kim Weonseek
Published: May 2023

Purpose – Platforms have been enhancing delivery networks for faster and cheaper delivery, resulting in nationwide coverage. It has been observed recently that platforms raise buyer fees and the share of delivery cost, seemingly damaging the buyer group. This paper aims to analyze economic relationships between homing structure , pricing schedule, and delivery cost to understand unfavorable actions toward buyers. Design/Methodology/Approach – We set up a platform competition model based on the Hotelling location model, and characterize a symmetric Nash equilibrium. Two platforms intermediate two groups and charge fees, single-homing a buyer group and a multi-homing seller group in a one-unit-long city. Findings – A drop in delivery cost increases both the seller and buyer surpluses. Platforms with first degree price discriminatory fees can absorb the entire surplus from a multi-homing seller. By contrast, platforms need to lower the uniform fee on single-homing buyers in order to poach. A greater share of delivery cost on the buyer side increases both the seller and buyer fees, and thus increase the platform’s profit. Research Implications – A greater share of delivery cost on buyer's side yields two positive effects for platforms. Sellers with lower delivery cost burdens enjoy a greater surplus, but eventually see a higher fee by platforms. Buyers facing greater delivery costs realize platforms are more differentiated horizontally, which shows inelastic demand for the fee, which brings less competition between platforms.
Characteristics of the bachelor thesis in dentistry, satisfaction and motivations of the students
Authors:   Universidad Científica del Sur. Escuela de Estomatología. Lima, Perú., Castro-Rodríguez Yuri , Huamán-Aguilar Lady ,   Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos. Facultad de Odontología. Lima, Perú., Rojas-Ortega Raúl ,   Universidad Cesar Vallejo. Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Estomatología. Lima, Perú.
Published: May 2023

Objective: To describe the characteristics of under-graduate theses, satisfaction and reasons for choosing a topic of study. Materials and Methods: Cross-sectional study that included two populations, theses and thesis students who were able to support their work from 2015 to 2021 in the Faculty of Dentistry of the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos (Lima, Peru). Documentary analysis was used at first to record bibliometric data. The survey was used in a second stage to collect information related to the reasons why the thesis students chose their topic and the degree of satisfaction. Results: A total of 269 theses were examined. The theses corresponded to more women (n=142; 52.8%). All had a quantitative approach. The cross-sectional/descriptive design was the most frequent (n=207; 77%). Of the 114 respondents, the majority of them indicated that their thesis topic decision was influenced by a faculty member outside of their advisor (n= 26; 22.8%). A total of 49.1% of thesis students were in complete agreement about what they had learned about research at the end of their thesis. Conclusions: The undergraduate theses evidenced to be developed mainly by women, most of the thesis students were satisfied with the elaboration and execution of their academic work; it was evidenced that the thesis topics are mainly influenced by a teacher different from the thesis advisor, this indicates that the advisors should be more conscious when guiding the student and influencing the thematic, methodological and writing decisions together with the advised. Keywords: Dental Students; Motivation; Academic Dissertations; Satisfaction.
NCEM Drop conventional (TM-014) v1
Authors: not provided sandra.crameri
Published: May 2023

Standard routine conventional negative contrast EM.
NCEM Drop - Inactivation of sample in solution (TM-014) v2
Authors: not provided sandra.crameri
Published: May 2023

This inactivation procedure is used to inactivate a sample for Biological Transfer out of PC4, proir to Conventional NCEM.
NCEM Drop - Tissue Dounce Homogenisation (TM-014) v1
Authors: not provided sandra.crameri
Published: May 2023

tissue dounce homogenisation
Türkiye’de Yaşayan Yetişkin Yabancılara Yönelik Hazırlanan “Sosyal Uyum ve Yaşam Eğitimi” Programının Çokkültürlülük Açısından İncelenmesi
Authors: DİMİCİ Kadriye
Published: May 2023

Son yıllarda aldığı göç nedeniyle hızlı bir şekilde çokkültürlü ülke haline gelen Türkiye’de göçmenlerin topluma entegrasyonu ile ilgili önemli adımlar atılmalıdır. Çokkültürlü eğitimin, bireylere kendi kültürlerini eğitim ortamına aktarmaya imkân vermesine ek olarak eşitlikçi bir bakış açısını ve farklı gruplar arasında diyalog geliştirmeyi savunması nedeniyle göçmenlerin topluma entegrasyonunda kullanılabilecek uygun bir yaklaşım olduğu anlaşılmaktadır. Yetişkin eğitimi ve çokkültürlülüğün ikisinde de öğrenen ihtiyaçlarının ön planda tutulduğu ve bireylerin eşit imkanlara sahip olmak için kendilerini geliştirmeleri gereken öğrenme ortamlarının vurgulandığı görülmektedir. Bu nedenle yetişkin göçmenlere yönelik yapılan çalışmalarda çokkültürlü eğitim anlayışından yararlanmak sosyal uyum sürecinin yönetilmesinde etkili sonuçlara ulaşılmasına yardımcı olabilir. Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı [MEB] ve Göç İdaresi Başkanlığı iş birliğinde Türkiye’de yaşayan yetişkin yabancıların sosyal uyumlarını kolaylaştırmak ve onlara günlük hayatlarını idame ettirmelerine destek olmak amacıyla geliştirilen “Sosyal Uyum ve Yaşam Eğitimi” [SUYE] Programının çokkültürlü eğitim ilkelerini ve yaklaşımlarını ne kadar ele aldığının belirlenmesi bu çalışmanın amacını oluşturmaktadır. Çalışmada doküman inceleme yöntemi kullanılarak 2021 ve 2022 yılı SUYE öğretim programları hazırlanan ölçüt listesi aracılığıyla incelenmiştir. Bulgular programın yetişkin yabancıların günlük yaşamlarını kolaylaştıracak Türkiye ile ilgili bilgilere yer verdiğini ve Türk kültürü açısından farkındalık artırmaya yönelik bir kapsamı olduğunu, ancak katılımcıların kendi kültürlerini kapsayıcı bir yaklaşımın olmadığını ve çokkültürlülük açısından farklılıkların göz ardı edilip ev sahibi ülkenin kültürüne uyum sağlama yönünde bir tutumun benimsendiğini göstermektedir. Bu programdan yararlanan bireylerin farklı kültürlerden olması nedeniyle kapsayıcılık ve çokkültürlü eğitim ilkeleri doğrultusunda programda düzenlemelerin yapılması daha etkili sonuçlara ulaşılmasını sağlayabilir.
Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu Olan Bireylerle Yürütülen Lisansüstü Tezlerin Ekolojik Geçerliğine İlişkin Değerlendirme
Authors: OLÇAY Seray , SARAL Dinçer
Published: May 2023

Ekolojik geçerlik genel olarak öğretim sürecinin doğal bağlamlarla ne derece örtüştüğünü ifade eden bir kavramdır. Bir başka ifadeyle, ekolojik geçerlik elde edilen bulguların anlamlı olmasının yanı sıra uygulamanın doğal koşullarda yürütülmesi ve araştırma bağlamı dışında da kullanılabilir olmasıdır. Bu araştırmada ülkemizde 15 yaş ve üzerindeki otizm spektrum bozukluğu olan bireylerle tek denekli araştırma desenleriyle yürütülen lisansüstü tez çalışmalarının ekolojik geçerliğinin değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. İlgili anahtar kelimeler kullanılarak elektronik ortamda yapılan tarama sonucunda 402 tez çalışmasına ulaşılmış ve dahil etme ölçütlerini karşılayan 16 çalışma araştırma kapsamına alınarak analiz edilmiştir. Araştırma bulguları genel olarak tez çalışmalarının özellikle sosyal partner ve doğal etkinlikler niteliksel boyutları açısından ekolojik geçerliğinin düşük olduğunu, ancak doğal ortam ve kalıcılığın sağlanması boyutları açısından yüksek olduğunu göstermektedir. Araştırmanın bulguları tartışılarak ileri araştırmalara yönelik önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
Müzik Öğretmenliği Öğrencilerinin İnstagram Bağımlılıkları ile Akademik Ertelemecilik Davranışları Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi
Authors: TANKIZ K. Dilek , ÖZHAN Uğur
Published: May 2023

Instagram ülkemizde gençler arasında en çok kullanılan sosyal ağ uygulamasıdır. İnstagram kullanıcıları gün içerisinde önemli bir süreyi intagram kullanarak geçirmektedirler. Kimi instagram kullanıcıları instagrama karşı bağımlılık geliştirebilmektedir. Bu durum kullanıcıların akademik yaşantılarını olumsuz etkileyebilmekte ve akademik sorumluluklarını ertelemelerine sebep olabilmektedir. Bu araştırmada İnönü Üniversitesi Müzik Öğretmenliği programı öğrencilerinin, instagram bağımlılıkları durumu ile akademik ertelemecilik davranışları arasındaki ilişki incelenmiştir. Araştırma ilişkisel tarama modelinde yürütülmüştür. Araştırma örneklemini İnönü Üniversitesinde öğrenim gören 104 öğrenci oluşturmuştur. Araştırma verileri demografik bilgiler formu, instagram bağımlılığı ölçeği ve akademik ertelemecilik ölçeği ile toplanmıştır. Araştırma verilerinin analizinde yüzde, frekans, aritmetik ortalama değerleri incelenmiş ve basit doğrusal korelasyon testi yapılmıştır. Katılımcıların %91.35’inin instagram kullanıcısı olduğu görülmüştür. Katılımcıların günlük yaşantılarında önemli bir süreyi instagram kullanarak geçirdikleri sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Katılımcıların %29,5’inin instagram bağımlısı oldukları bulgusuna ulaşılmıştır. Katılımcıların akademik ertelemecilik davranışları ortalama düzeydedir. İnstagram bağımlılığı ile akademik ertelemecilik ve genel akademik başarı not ortalaması (GANO) arasında anlamlı bir ilişki bulunamamıştır.
Küresel Okuryazarlık Ölçeği’nin Geliştirilmesi: Geçerlik ve Güvenirlik Çalışması
Authors: BULUT Birol , ÖKSÜZOĞLU Muhammet Kürşat
Published: May 2023

Bu araştırmada, öğretmen adaylarının küresel okuryazarlık düzeylerini belirlemeye yönelik geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçme aracı geliştirmek amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın verileri, 2021-2022 eğitim öğretim yılında Türkiye’deki 11 farklı üniversitenin eğitim fakültelerinde öğrenim gören öğretmen adaylarından toplanmıştır. Ölçeğin Açımlayıcı Faktör Analizi (AFA) 528, Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi (DFA) 512 ve test-tekrar test uygulaması 101 öğretmen adayından oluşan ve birbiriyle kesişmeyen farklı örneklemler üzerinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. AFA sonucunda toplam varyansın %68.03’ünü açıklayan 21 madde ve 3 faktörden oluşan bir yapı elde edilmiştir. Bu faktörler; “Küresel Tutum”, “Küresel Katılım” ve “Küresel Farkındalık” olarak adlandırılmıştır. AFA sonucunda ortaya çıkan yapı birinci düzey DFA (X2=485.221, sd=183, X2/sd= 2.651, GFI=.92, AGFI=.90, CFI=.97, NFI=.95, RFI=.94, IFI=.97, RMSEA=.057, SRMR=.057) ve ikinci düzey DFA’yla (X2=523.382, sd=185, X2/sd= 2.829, GFI=.92, AGFI=.89, CFI=.96, NFI=.94, RFI=.94, IFI=.96, RMSEA=.060, SRMR=.088) doğrulanmıştır. Ölçeğin güvenirliğini belirlemek için Cronbach’s alpha iç tutarlılık katsayısı hesaplanmış ve ölçeğin geneli ve tüm alt boyutlarının Cronbach’s alpha iç tutarlılık katsayılarının .77 ile .95 arasında değiştiği görülmüştür. Ayrıca 101 öğretmen adayı üzerinde dört hafta arayla iki uygulama gerçekleştirilmiş ve ölçeğin kararlılık düzeyinin (.84) yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bunlara ek olarak madde analizi sonucunda madde-toplam korelasyon katsayılarının (.435 ile .679) kabul edilebilir düzeyde olduğu ve %27'lik alt ve üst grupların madde ortalama puanları arasındaki farkların anlamlı olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçları, 21 madde ve 3 faktörden oluşan Küresel Okuryazarlık Ölçeği’nin geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçme aracı olduğunu göstermektedir.