bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Research on the Design and Application of Datura Painting in Decompression APP
Authors: Wang Yang
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this paper is to explore the application of Datura painting in the design of decompression App, and to exert its psychotherapeutic effect. Firstly, it narrates the origin and related concepts of mandala painting, analyzes the social significance and main types of decompression APP, and clarifies the research object and scope. Secondly, it analyzes the research status of mandala painting from academic and practical aspects, and summarizes the three characteristics of mandala painting: repeatability, structure and abstraction. Finally, it puts forward the design and application strategies of mandala painting in decompression APP from three aspects, that is, increasing the atmosphere of painting and creating immersive experience; Enhance the pleasure of painting and simplify the functional design; Strengthen the sociality of painting, produce emotional resonance, and take this as the academic basis for practical design verification.
Study on Properties of Sisal-Cotton Union Fabrics Developed in Handloom and Power-Loom for Textile Application
Authors:   PhD. Research Scholar, Department of Apparel and Textile Science, College of Community Science, PAU, Ludhiana, (Punjab), India., Soun Bhawna , Saini Dr. Harminder Kaur ,   Professor, Department of Apparel and Textile Science, College of Community Science, PAU, Ludhiana (Punjab), India., Brar Dr. Kanwaljit Kaur ,   Professor, Department of Apparel and Textile Science, College of Community Science, PAU, Ludhiana (Punjab), India
Published: May 2023

Present study was done to explore the properties of sisal-cotton union fabrics developed in handloom and power loom. Cotton yarn of 2/20 used as warp and sisal-cotton blended yarn of 12s count used as weft. Ratio for blended yarn (sisal:cotton) was taken as 35:65. Union fabrics were developed in three weaves i.e., plain, basket and twill and analysed for their physical and mechanical properties. The developed union fabric samples were shown to a panel of ten judges consisting of industrial person, interior designer and the professional from Apparel and Textile Department and Family Resource andManagement department and preferences were taken for smoothness, softness, surface texture, uniformity, aesthetic appearance and tactile sensation. On the bases of these properties preferences were taken for product development. Handloom twill weave found to be best for its smoothness and handloom plain weave for tactile sensation. So, it can be used in upholstery, home textiles and in some parts of garments using lining.
Neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters
Authors:   Fuzzy Algebras and Decision-Making Problems Research Unit, Department of Mathematics, School of Science, University of Phayao, Mae Ka, Mueang, Phayao 56000, Thailand, Iampan Aiyared ,   Department of Mathematics, Vivekanandha College of Arts and Science for Women, Tiruchengode-637205, Tamilnadu, India,   Department of Mathematics, Periyar E.V.R. College (affiliated to Bharathidasan University), Tiruchirappalli-620023, Tamilnadu, India,   Department of Mathematics, Rajah Serfoji Government College (affiliated to Bharathidasan University), Thanjavur-613005, Tamilnadu, India, Yamunadevi S. , Meenakshi P. Maragatha , Rajesh N.
Published: May 2023

In this paper, we introduce the concept of neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters of UP (BCC)-algebras. The characteristic neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters have also been studied. The relationship between neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters and their level subsets is provided. The Cartesian product of neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters is also supplied. Finally, we also find the property of the homomorphic pre-image of neutrosophic hesitant fuzzy UP (BCC)-filters.
Роль контрастного пре-стимула при восприятии экстремально «положительной» и экстремально «отрицательной» личности
Authors: Балева Милена , Корниенко Дмитрий , Ковалева Галина
Published: May 2023

Подвергается проверке гипотеза о контрастном влиянии пре-стимула с экстремально негативной личностной валентностью на восприятие «хорошей» личности. Предполагается, что после восприятия ярко негативного пре-стимульного персонажа отношение к «хорошему» целевому объекту становится еще более положительным. В исследовании приняли участие 462 студента в возрасте от 20 до 24 лет (M = 20,38; SD = 0,87), из них 361 девушка (78%). На первом этапе участники заполняли Короткий опросник Темной триады. Далее им в случайной последовательности предъявлялись видеозаписи двух интервью, в которых молодой человек или девушка устно отвечали на те же вопросы, играя роль «плохой» или «хорошей» личности. После просмотра каждого интервью участники оценивали его персонажа. Полученные результаты свидетельствуют о том, что в целом отношение к «хорошей» и «плохой» личности обладает устойчивостью к контрастному пре-стимульному воздействию. В то же время пре-стимульное предъявление нестереотипного женского образа, обладающего темными чертами, существенно улучшает отношение к последующему восприятию «хорошего» мужчины, провоцируя еще более выраженную симпатию к нему. В исследовании осталась не до конца проясненной роль пола в возникновении обнаруженного эффекта, что является одним из ограничений проведенного исследования.
Удовлетворенность учебной деятельностью и совладающее поведение студентов вуза
Authors: Ряжкин Александр
Published: May 2023

Предпринимается попытка решения проблемы определения некоторых психических феноменов, связанных с уровнем успешности обучения студентов в вузе. В качестве индикатора уровня успешности рассматривается характер субъективного отношения студентов к процессу получения профессионального образования, выраженный в удовлетворенности учебной деятельностью. Выдвигается предположение о связи уровня удовлетворенности учебной деятельностью и стратегий совладающего поведения у студентов вуза. Для подтверждения данной гипотезы проведено эмпирическое исследование, цель которого заключается в выявлении и изучении взаимосвязи между компонентами удовлетворенности учебной деятельностью и стратегиями совладающего поведения студентов вуза. Выборку составили 256 студентов из трех разных вузов, обучающиеся по различным профессиональным направлениям и находящиеся на разных курсах. Для сбора данных применялся метод тестирования. Для обработки результатов был использован корреляционный анализ данных. Согласно полученным результатам, с различными компонентами удовлетворенности положительно коррелируют следующие стратегии совладания: «Планирование решения проблем», «Положительная переоценка», «Поиск социальной поддержки», «Самоконтроль». Стратегии совладания «Принятие ответственности» и «Бегство-избегание» отрицательно связаны с уровнем удовлетворенности бытовыми условиями студента. Результаты исследования подтверждают выдвинутую гипотезу. При этом важно заметить, что сила полученных корреляций не обладает высоким уровнем. Данный факт объясняется тем, что совладающее поведение является широким понятием, выходящим за рамки учебной деятельности в вузе, а студент, успешно справляющийся с трудностями с других сферах своей жизни, может быть неспособным сделать это в рамках учебы. Тем не менее, усилия учащихся в данном контексте нельзя недооценивать. Проведенное исследование позволяет изучить структуру взаимосвязей между изучаемыми феноменами, а результаты могут использоваться для оптимизации учебного процесса.
Как подсказки веб-интерфейса индуцируют онлайн-доверие: обзор литературы
Authors: Косова Екатерина , Горбунова Елена
Published: May 2023

Виртуальная природа веб-среды меняет отношения между участниками социального взаимодействия, в том числе создает необходимость адаптации моделей доверия с учетом нового онлайн-формата. В частности, особое внимание уделяется тому, как на доверие в Интернете может влиять веб-интерфейс, который является единственной точкой контакта между «физической» и цифровой средой. Мы предлагаем разделить все типы интерфейсных подсказок, которые помогают пользователю сформировать доверительные отношения с сайтом, на четыре категории. Первая, атмосферные подсказки дизайна, относится к внешнему представлению веб-сайта. Такие инструменты, как цвет, шрифты и т.д., помогают передать аудитории послание, привлечь и удержать внимание и тем самым укрепить первоначальный контакт и упрочить доверие. Вторая категория, структурные подсказки юзабилити, описывает способ представления информации пользователям сайта. Смысл структурной организации сайта заключается в том, чтобы обеспечить пользователю простой и удобный доступ к функционалу сайта. Третий тип подсказок связан с контентом, опубликованным на сайте: с полнотой и качеством представленной информации, а также с «позиционной» информацией, демонстрирующей одобрение дистрибьютора третьей стороной. Последняя категория подсказок описывает социальные возможности интерфейса. Она включает в себя интеграцию вспомогательных интерфейсов, социальных сетей и специальных антропоморфных элементов структуры и дизайна. Смысл данной категории — в создании иллюзии общения между человеком и человеком вместо обезличенной человеко-машинной коммуникации.
IFRS Adoptions on Entrepreneurship Entry and Entrepreneurship Exit: The Nigeria Experience From 2006-2017
Authors: Ovharhe Orugba Harry , Abada Amarachukwu Mary
Published: May 2023

This study investigated pre and post IFRS adoption on entrepreneurship entry and entrepreneurship exit from 2006-2017 using stacked data from annual financial statement of quoted companies. Data for the study were obtained from secondary sources and analysed using graphical and table presentation on Eview9 statistical package. Data for the work were drawn from samples of 72 observations Nigeria stock exchange statistical Bulletins. The descriptive statistics revealed high benefits of the Post instead of the Pre IFRS adoption which favours entrepreneurship entry and elimination entrepreneurship exist. Therefore, overall the relevance of reporting method using IFRS is credible in short-run and long-run relationship between employed variables favours the Post IFRS adoption on entrepreneurial entry, while discouraging entrepreneurial exit. Thus, there are correlations between the variables to predict the future trend on entrepreneurship entry in the long-run and short-run. In conclusion, it can be notices that with the non-current asset, current asset, total asset performed well, most especially the profit after tax in the mean descriptive statistics on post IFRS adoption. It is therefore recommended that quoted enterprise should put in place a system that would allow the enterprise prto epare its detailed annual financial statements to boost sustainability in the entrepreneurship entry. This will enables the reduction of entrepreneurship existing on enterprise winding up and closure by practicing IFRS adoptions in macro and micro enterprises.
Matrija Bhava- Scientific Explanation and Its Research Potential
Authors: Bhardwaj Priyanka , Sabharwal Pooja
Published: May 2023

Though every human initiate life as single celled; still it possesses the traits of two- mother and father. Ayurveda stands firm on principles states that every product of conception is composed of Shadgarbhakara bhava that lay both anatomical and psychological genesis. Ayurveda states that the Matrija Bhava not only provides shelter and nutrition to the offspring but also forms soft organs of the fetus. Intra-uterine environment is a delicate phase for both mother and offspring. Actions of and around pregnant female can affect the offspring positively or negatively. These actions may be dietary, recreational, emotional etc. This is well versed without much advanced technologies the ancient scientists elaborated various methods to beget the healthy progeny. This lays emphasis on importance of Pre-Natal, Ante-Natal and Post-Natal Care for combating the teratogenetic effect and hence producing the best and fittest possible generation forward.
Comprehensive review of Triphala (fruits of three myrobalans)- in ophthalmology-A narrative review.
Authors: Rajagopala Manjusha , K Dhanisha
Published: May 2023

Objective: Triphala is a Polyherbal formulation comprising fruits of three myrobalans: Terminalia chebula Retz. (haritaki), Embelica officinalis Gaertn. Phyllanthus embelica Linn. (amalaki), and Terminalia bellerica Roxb (bibhitaki), which are widely used in Ayurvedic Ophthalmology and is considered as foremost drug in diseases related to eye (akshyamayeshu triphala). Here an attempt is made to explore and critically review the chakshushya property of triphala by analysing the preventive and curative aspects of tripahala from classical ayurveda books and published preclinical and clinical studies on triphala. Review methods: The data were collected manually from Ayurveda Samhitas and Nighantus, and with the help of google search engine from online electronic databases like PubMed, google scholar and ARD, IPGT and RA, Jamnagar, GAU . The search mainly focussed on pharmacological actions of triphala, recent pre-clinical and clinical studies on triphala. Results: Review of Ayurveda pharmacodynamics, therapeutic actions of triphala and use of triphala and its component drugs in preventive and curative ophthalmology were done from various Samhitas and Nighantus. 46 articles were collected from online electronic databases of which 15 are clinical works, 10 are preclinical works and 21 are studies on various pharmacological actions of triphala. Among the clinical studies two are case reports and one is case series. Conclusion: The wide range of application of triphala, as polyherbal formulation and its component drugs are mentioned in Ayurveda and are found effective in various diseases of netra. Clinical and pre-clinical studies were conducted, which provide scientific evidence to support classical references. This review is expected to enrich the documentary evidences on triphala for further research works.
A Case Report of Brain Metastases Originating from Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma
Authors: Dewi I , Seputra Desak
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is the most common type of thyroid cancer. Brain metastases originating from PTC is extremely rare, presents only in 0.4-1.2% of all PTC cases. PTC presenting with distant metastasis has less favourable outcome.

Case Presentation: A 67-years-old female patient presented with a painless and progressively enlarging lump on the forehead since 2 years before admitted. Patient also claimed to have a slow-growing neck swelling over 5 years. Physical examination revealed mass on forehead, and multiple nodules on thyroid. Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNAB) of neck mass was performed and PTC was confirmed. Head Multi Sliced Computed Tomography (MSCT) examination was performed to evaluate forehead mass and revealed heterogeneous extra axial mass (8.5 x 6.4 x 7.3 cm) in the left frontal lobe. Patient underwent tumor resection and the postoperative histopathologic examination confirmed metastases of PTC. Thyroidectomy was recommended but patient refused to undergo further intervention.

Conclusions: Early detection and treatment of PTC is crucial as distant metastases may develop and reduce the survival rate.
In vitro antioxidant activity of methanolic extracts of the different types of commercial pepper
Authors: Horozić Emir , Sinanović Dženita , Halilović Sabahudin , Džafić Irma , Bajrić Semiha
Published: May 2023

Pepper is one of the most famous and widespread spices in the world. This commercial plant belongs to the Piperaceae family. Depending on the treatment to which the pepper fruit is exposed, we distinguish between black, white and green pepper. In this research, methanolic extracts of different types of pepper (Piper nigrum) and pink pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius Raddi) were prepared. Maceration and ultrasonic extraction were used to extract bioactive components from pepper samples. The reduction potential of the extracts was tested using the FRAP method. The efficiency of free radical inhibition was determined by the DPPH method. Pink pepper extract showed the highest antioxidant activity in in vitro conditions. High antioxidant activity was also recorded in green pepper extracts. In general, the extracts showed high potency in neutralizing free radicals.
Populacijski trend, prostorna rasprostranjenost i glavne prijetnje velikim zvjerima na području općine Neum
Authors: Menalo Nikola
Published: May 2023

The existence of three species of large animals in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this country has a significant role in preserving the biological diversity and types of these species. Large animals often use preserved habitats ofold forest stands, but in the absence of maquis. This work confirms for the first time the presence of wolves and bears in the Euro-Mediterranean and sub-Mediterranean habitat in the south of Bosnia and Herzegovina and provides an overview of the populations in this area.
Ảnh hưởng của thành phần vật liệu và điều kiện thí nghiệm đến cường độ chịu nén của bê tông sử dụng tro xỉ nhiệt điện ở nhiệt độ cao
Authors: Phượng Đỗ Thị , Hòa Nguyễn Nhân , Đức Vũ Minh
Published: May 2023

Bài báo nghiên cứu ảnh hưởng của thành phần vật liệu đến cường độ chịu nén của bê tông làm việc ở nhiệt độ cao sử dụng cốt liệu tro xỉ nhiệt điện có cỡ hạt đến 5 mm, chất kết dính từ xi măng poóclăng cùng 15 % tro bay và 5 % silica fume. Mẫu bê tông sau khi chế tạo và dưỡng hộ, được nung ở các cấp nhiệt độ 200, 400, 600 và 800 oC, hằng nhiệt hai giờ. Cường độ chịu nén theo các cấp nhiệt độ được xác định tương ứng hai cách làm nguội mẫu. Kết quả chỉ ra thành phần vật liệu tốt nhất của bê tông khi làm việc ở 800 oC là tỷ lệ nước/chất kết dính là 0,61 và thành phần hạt tính toán theo công thức Andersen với chỉ số mức n là 0,357; khi đó cường độ chịu nén của bê tông còn lại trên 56 %. Làm nguội mẫu chậm trong không khí cho cường độ chịu nén theo nhiệt độ cao hơn làm nguội mẫu nhanh trong nước nhưng mức độ chênh lệch không nhiều, khoảng 3÷9 %.
Nhận định những rủi ro chính khi thi công nhà cao tầng trong giai đoạn ngầm khi áp dụng phân tích mạng lưới xã hội Social Network Analysis (SNA)
Authors: Khoa Nguyễn Dương Đăng , Sỹ Đỗ Tiến , Hải Phạm Thanh
Published: May 2023

Thi công tầng ngầm rất phức tạp, chứa tiềm ẩn nhiều rủi ro khác nhau. Sự cố công trình luôn là điều đáng tiếc gây thiệt hại to lớn về tính mạng, tài sản, công sức của mọi người. Phần ngầm quan trọng của công trình chính là tường vây, tường vây được hiểu là phần kết cấu dưới lòng đất vây xung quanh công trình. Công tác quản lý rủi ro khi thi công tường vây là công tác quan trọng, giúp nhà thầu chủ động, kiểm soát giảm nhiều rủi ro để thực hiện thành công trong công tác thi công tường vây nói riêng và cả dự án nói chung. Bài báo sử dụng phương pháp quản lý rủi ro nhà cao tầng trong giai đoạn ngầm bằng phương pháp Social Network (SNA) để mở ra cấu trúc mạng, xem xét mối quan hệ, các nhân tố rủi ro ảnh hưởng đến hiệu quả thi công trong giai đoạn ngầm nhà cao tầng của các bên tham gia
Đặc điểm văn hóa trong kiến trúc tịnh xá tại Vĩnh Long
Authors: Đạt Nguyễn Tiến
Published: May 2023

Những năm gần đây, đã có rất nhiều nghiên cứu về kiến trúc Tịnh xá của hệ phái Khất sĩ trong Phật giáo nhưng vẫn thiếu các nghiên cứu kiến trúc về giá trị thẩm mỹ dựa trên tính biểu tượng của công trình, đây là cơ sở cho việc định hình và xác định giá trị thẩm mỹ. Trong mảng kiến trúc Tây Nam Bộ nói chung và tỉnh Vĩnh Long nói riêng, kiến trúc Tịnh xá có thể xem là biểu tượng mang đặc trưng cho nét đẹp về văn hóa, văn minh của vùng đất này. Bài báo khoa học này được thực hiện nhằm tìm ra và lý giải cho những yếu tố tạo nên giá trị thẩm mỹ cho công trình, mở ra cái nhìn mới trong nghệ thuật kiến trúc Phật giáo nói riêng và kiến trúc truyền thống Việt Nam nói chung.
Digital Media Literacy Strategy for the Information Disruption Era in Improving the Communication Ethics of the Yogyakarta Community
Authors: Nababan Sintar
Published: May 2023

Social media users in Indonesia continue to increase. In 2022, active users of social media in Indonesia according to the research from Hootsuite reach 191,4 million people, increased by 12,6% from 2021. According to the research from Microsoft in 2020, Indonesian Netizen’s digital politeness is in ranked 29th of the 32 countries. To deal with disruption of information, good digital literacy is needed. According to research results from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics in 2021 and 2022, province that has highest digital literacy rate in Indonesia is the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Therefore, researcher choose that as a research subject. This research aim to know literacy media digital Strategy of Communication and Informatics Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta to increase communication ethics of people, reviewed from the aspect of accessing, evaluating, and producing content. The research method used is qualitative. The results of this study are that the Communication and Informatics Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta has awareness, responsibility, integrity or honesty, and benevolence in accessing, evaluating, and producing content. Implementation of the Strategy for the Communication and Informatics Office of the Special Region of Yogyakarta is through the Positive Content Dissemination Program, Education through Digital Media, Digitization Training, and Short Film.
ROADSIDE DELIGHTS: EXPLORING THE RISE AND IMPACT OF FOOD TRUCKS ON THE CULINARY LANDSCAPE IN BANGALORE
Authors: BEGUM DR. SALMA
Published: May 2023

Bengaluru's food truck industry has undergone substantial changes since the end of the pandemic. Food truck owners have had to change how they provide service to their clients in response to the advent of new safety procedures. To lower the danger of transmission, several food truck businesses have switched to internet ordering and contactless payments. In order to protect the health of its patrons, food truck operators must now adhere to tougher sanitation and hygiene rules. Despite these difficulties, Bengaluru's food truck business has persisted in its growth, with several owners coming up with creative solutions to cater to the shifting consumer demands. Keywords: Online ordering, Customer needs, Hygiene, etc.,
Awareness of Generation Z Students about The Plaf (Plastic Flamingo) and Other Campaigns Concerning Plastics in Online Shopping
Authors: Manucom Mary Grace C. , Alcaraz Kimberly P. , Alejo Rica Pearl S. , Gaddi Karen Celine M. , Recio Kate Eleonore P. , Yamaguchi Reika G.
Published: May 2023

Environmental awareness is crucial in addressing the issues of plastic waste and pollution, which have a significant impact on our environment and our health. The study aimed to analyze the awareness of Bulacan State University College of Science Generation Z students regarding PLAF (Plastic Flamingo) and other campaigns related to plastics in online shopping. The researchers used a descriptive research design to achieve this goal and collected data from 350 samples of Generation Z students through a standardized questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. The findings revealed that Shopee is the most commonly used online shopping application by students, and they tend to purchase items online when needed. Bubble wrap emerged as the most frequently used parcel packaging material. The results also indicated that the students are highly aware of the different impacts of parcel packaging, as evidenced by the mean score of 4.02. However, their awareness of environmental campaigns related to plastic was only average, with a mean score of 2.93. In particular, the understanding of PLAF (Plastic Flamingo) was low, with a cumulative mean score of 2.13. The findings suggest the need to improve Generation Z students' awareness of environmental campaigns and promote ecological practices and involvement in addressing plastic waste and pollution issues. Educating and engaging students through various campaigns and initiatives can help raise their awareness of the environmental impacts of plastic waste and encourage them to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives.
Educación financiera en las finanzas personales: un estudio descriptivo en estudiantes de posgrado
Authors: Rubio Sáenz Diego Alfonso , Haro Sarango Alexander Fernando , Vargas Carrera Dayana Monserrath , Mise Pasuña Mirian Ximena , Jacho Zambrano Cristian Sebastian
Published: May 2023

La universidad como un actor clave en la formación de profesionales líderes competentes tiene un papel imprescindible e inalienable en la educación financiera; los estudiantes como próximos, profesionales y consumidores del futuro serán los principales incentivadores de la economía de la comunidad y del mundo. Con estas premisas, se plantea el siguiente objetivo: Evaluar el nivel de educación financiera en las finanzas personales y los factores para tener en cuenta en la toma de decisiones financieras de los estudiantes de posgrado de la UPTC de Tunja. Para la resolución de este propósito se desarrolla un cuestionario, validado mediante una valoración de fiabilidad, por consiguiente, un análisis descriptivo. Mediante una revisión de las estratificaciones, quienes confieren mayores puntajes en sus categorías son los siguientes: género masculino, área de pregrado que cursó economía y administración, facultad del posgrado Ciencias Económicas y Administrativas, estudiantes de posgrado en doctorados, rango de edad mayor de 41 años, nivel de ingresos promedio mayor de 5smmlv, años de experiencia de 1 a 3 años.
Influencia del efecto del uso de inhaladores orales en el índice de caries dental y pH salival de niños asmáticos en un centro de salud de Tacna, Perú
Authors: Flores Pongo Daisy Dayana , Estrada Aro Gino Percy , Salazar Paco Olga Elizabeth , Lévano Villanueva Caroll Johana Uberlinda , Ticona Ticona Gladys , Pacheco Dueñas Lizzeth Noelia , Laura Atencio Elizenda Oriana
Published: May 2023

Resumen. El objetivo fue evaluar si existe relación entre el efecto del uso de inhaladores orales sobre el índice de caries y el pH salival en niños de 5 a 11 años, con asma en el C. S. San Francisco de Tacna, Perú en el año 2019. Estudio no experimental, relacional, prospectivo y transversal. La población estuvo conformada por 54 niños que asistieron al Centro de salud San Francisco; el método de muestreo fue no probabilístico por conveniencia de acuerdo a los criterios de inclusión y exclusión propuestos. Se utilizaron los índices ceo-d y CPO-D para evaluar la variable caries, mientras que el pH salival se midió con un pH-metro digital. Resultados: En los niños asmáticos, los índices moderados de ceo-d y CPO-D fueron de 51,85% y 48,15% respectivamente, el pH ácido de la saliva fue de 37,04%. Entre los pacientes sin asma, se encontró un índice ceo-d bajo de 44,44% y un CPO-D muy bajo de 40,74%, también se indicó un pH salival predominantemente neutro (27,78%). Se concluyó que hubo asociación (p-valor = 0,005) entre el efecto del uso de inhaladores orales sobre el índice de caries y el pH salival en sujetos asmáticos de 5 a 11 años en comparación con niños no asmáticos del C.S. San Francisco de Tacna.
SUNLIGHT-DRIVEN INSTANT SYNTHESIS OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES USING AQUEOUS FRUIT EXTRACT OF TERMINALIA PANICULATA ROTH AND IN VITRO ASSESSMENT OF ITS ANTIOXIDANT AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY ACTIVITIES
Authors: Vernekar Nirupa , Taranath Tarikere
Published: May 2023

Herein we report a sunlight-driven, instant, one-step, green route for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using aqueous fruit extract of Terminalia paniculata Roth and in vitro assessment of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. 5 mL of aqueous fruit extract of T. paniculata was added to 95 mL of 1 mM AgNO3 and exposed to direct sunlight. The T. paniculata fruit extract mediated AgNPs (TpF-AgNPs) were characterized for their morphological, physical, and chemical properties using UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and High-Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy (HR-TEM) with Selected Area Electron Diffraction (SAED). The antioxidant activity of TpF-AgNPs was evaluated using DPPH (2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) free radical scavenging assay and the anti-inflammatory activity by Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) anti-denaturation assay at different doses. The formation of TpF-AgNPs was observed as a colour change from pale-yellow to reddish-brown within 3 mins under direct sunlight. UV-Vis spectra revealed an absorption peak at 411 nm, which is the characteristic for silver nanoparticles. FTIR spectra revealed the possible functional groups of phytochemicals such as -OH and -NH involved in the reduction and capping of TpF-AgNPs. HR-TEM analysis confirmed the spherical shape of nanoparticles with sizes ranging from 5-50 nm with an average particle size of 26 nm. AFM shows surface topography of TpF-AgNPs. The crystalline nature with Face Centered Cubic structure was confirmed through XRD and SAED. The negative value of zeta potential (-53.9 mV) indicated the excellent stability of nanoparticles. The TpF-AgNPs exhibited maximum % scavenging of 71.72 ± 0.51 at 100 µg/mL for antioxidant activity and maximum % inhibition of 85.88 ± 1.09 at 500 µg/mL for anti-inflammatory activity. The sunlight-driven green synthesis of TpF-AgNPs proved to be an instant method in the formation of small-sized nanoparticles exhibiting good antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
REVIEW ON BIO-DETOXIFICATION OF AFLATOXINS BASED ON LACTIC ACID BACTERIA: MECHANISM AND APPLICATIONS
Authors: Zolfaghari Hajar , Khezerlou Arezou , Banihashemi Seyed Alireza , Tavassoli Milad , Ehsani Ali
Published: May 2023

Access to healthy food, without any undesirable contamination, is one of fundamental human right. Some of mycotoxins, especially aflatoxins (AFs), contamination feed and food that cause problems such as acute damage liver, irritation, and cancer of the liver and teratogenic complications. Among the physical, chemical and biological methods used to prevent the production, reduction, elimination and deactivation of AF in contaminated food, biological methods have been considered, due to maximum efficiency, low cost, eco-friendly and non-degradation of nutritional quality. The protective effect of lactic acid bacteria as probiotic microorganisms against mutagenic factors, such as polycyclic amines, N-nitrosamine compounds, and mycotoxins has been proven. Therefore, in addition to the beneficial properties using these probiotic bacteria with the ability to remove AF can help to enhance food safety. Although some naturally-occurring bacteria in the intestine can be attached to harmful components such as toxins and prevent them from binding to the intestinal layer, but probiotics have the potential to inactivate toxins through surface binding, due to high adhesion properties in their cell wall proteins. Polysaccharides and peptidoglycans in the cell wall are two of the main ingredients for decomposition, bonding and binding of AFs to lactic acid bacteria. Therefore, this review examines the economic and health impacts of AF contamination in foods. Further, this review discusses how lactic acid bacteria are able to detoxify common food AFs.
PILOT-PLANT SCALE BIOMASS PRODUCTION BY LACTOBACILLUS RHAMNOSUS GG ATCC 53103: A COMPARISON BETWEEN BATCH AND FED-BATCH FERMENTATION
Authors: Armand Maryam , Faezi Ghasemi Mohammad , Fazeli Mohammad Reza , Mirpour Mirsasan
Published: May 2023

Probiotics such as Lactobacilli are important in improving normal intestinal flora and hindering the growth of harmful bacteria in the digestive system. Given the above reasons, the industrial production of probiotics and the use of high-yield strains is of great importance. The present study compares the biomass production by Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG ATCC 53103 in batch and fed-batch cultures conditions at a pilot plant scale. An optimized medium containing the following compounds (g/L): glucose 112.50, sugar beet molasses 56.25, casein 18.75, yeast extract 18.75, K2HPO4 13.13, Tween 80 1.88, MgSO4.7H2O 0.3750, MnSO4. 4H2O 0.0750, CaCl2. 2H2O 0.1875 and Simethicone 1.25 was used for biomass production. During the fermentation process, culture conditions such as pH, temperature, and oxygen concentration were monitored using process analytical technology (PAT). Based on the obtained results, the maximum biomass production in the batch condition in the first 20 hours of culture in the optimized medium was about 68.14 g/L. After three stages of fed-batch culture, the biomass production by L. rhamnosus GG ATCC 53103 reached 93.5 g/L at 37°C with agitation and aeration rates of 100 rev/min and 300 VV-1min-1, respectively. Therefore, biomass production increased about 2.67-fold more than the basal medium.
THE CONTENT OF VITAMIN C AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY IN LESS-KNOWN TYPES OF FRUIT
Authors: Ňorbová Monika , Vollmannová Alena , Pintér Eduard , Šnirc Marek , Franková Hana , Fedorková Silvia , Čeryová Natália
Published: May 2023

This study aims to determine the vitamin C content and antioxidant activity in different types of fruit: cornelian cherry (Cornus mas L.), service tree (Sorbus domestica), medlar (Mespilus germanica L.), pawpaw (Asimina triloba L.), persimmon (Diospyros kaki L.). The aim of the work was to compare these used methods. The fruit’s vitamin C content was determined by HPLC system Waters Separations Module 2695 with UV detector 2996. The content of vitamin C reached values from 72.238 µg. g-1 (Diospyros kaki L.) to 1114.61 µg.g-1 (Sorbus domestica). The antioxidant activity (DPPH) was determined spectrophotometrically. DPPH radical scavenging activity values were 2.28 (Mespilus germanica L.) – 12.34 μmol TE.g-1 DW (Cornus mas L.). Spearman's test showed a positive relationship between both monitored parameters. The content of vitamin C in the studied species showed a positive relationship with antioxidant activity. Due to the high content of vitamin C and antioxidant activity, future analyses should focus on the determination of other bioactive substances in these fruits.
CEO Compensation in Founder-Controlled Firms: A Comparison Between Family CEOs and Non-Family CEOs
Authors: Bozec Yves , Vito Jackie Di
Published: May 2023

When the founder is no longer the CEO of the firm he controls, he can entrust the position either to a family member or to a professional non-family CEO. Our study examines how founder-controlled firms compensate family CEOs versus non-family CEOs. Using regression analyses on a sample of large Canadian firms listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (S&P/TSX) over a 7-year period (2002 to 2008), we find that the total compensation of family CEOs is lower than that of non-family CEOs, especially when the founder does not have excess voting rights. On the other hand, there is no difference in the incentive component of the compensation of family and non-family CEOs. Overall, our results tend to support the “optimal contracting” approach as opposed to the “rent extraction” approach in explaining founders’ behaviour in regard to CEO compensation when no excess-voting rights are involved.
Identifying Dissertation Challenges of Hispanic Graduate Students
Authors: Giust Amanda
Published: May 2023

Writing and research assistance for doctoral students writing dissertations via one-on-one tutoring sessions was implemented at an HSI in the southeastern United States. This exploratory sequential mixed methods study aimed to inform the specific challenges of Hispanic graduate students completing dissertations at HSIs and identify the next steps for student support. Data were collected through an online survey completed by tutors (n=3) upon completion of each tutoring session. A total of 398 responses were analyzed and coded. Results demonstrated three major themes: writing skills (n=324), research skills (n=125), and general graduate student skills (n=20). Writing challenges included implementing APA style correctly, effectively summarizing articles, beginning chapter outlines, organizing information in dissertation drafts, and writing the literature review chapter. Research challenges included conducting a systematic literature review, analyzing data and finding themes, organizing results, going through the IRB process, locating articles using databases, and interpreting literature.
Autorregulación de los aprendizajes entre los graduados que estudian bajo la modalidad de educación a distancia
Authors: Vélez-Torres Milagros
Published: May 2023

Resumen

El propósito de este estudio fue investigar cómo influye la autorregulación en el aprendizaje, en el éxito académico del estudiante graduado que estudia en la modalidad de la educación a distancia en una institución de educación superior localizada en el sur de Puerto Rico.

El marco teórico se fundamenta en la Teoría del Desarrollo Cognitivo de Piaget (1968) y en la Teoría de la Andragogía de Malcom Knowles (1970). La revisión de literatura aborda diversos tópicos relacionados a la educación para adultos, educación a distancia, la autorregulación y la retención.  

Es un estudio cuantitativo correlacional con una muestra probabilística. Los participantes fueron 47 estudiantes del programa graduado a distancia. Se administró un cuestionario en línea denominado “Autorregulación para el aprendizaje académico en la universidad”, elaborado por el Dr. Juan Carlos Torre. Los resultados fueron analizados usando el programa Statical Package for Social Science (SPSS) que revelaron el perfil de los estudiantes del programa graduado a distancia sobre la autorregulación del aprendizaje.

En conclusión, los estudiantes graduados a distancia poseen el conocimiento sobre el proceso de autorregulación en sus aprendizajes mediante el dominio de estrategias y el aprendizaje autónomo. Se determinó que los factores de autorregulación que influyen en el rendimiento académico son de control y verificación, son los más practicados en los educandos graduados a distancia e investigados en este estudio.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate how self-regulation in learning influences the academic success of graduate students who study in the distance education modality in a higher education institution located in the south of Puerto Rico.

The theoretical framework is based on Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development (1968) and Malcom Knowles' Theory of Andragogy (1970). The literature review addresses various topics related to adult education, distance education, self-regulation and retention.

It is a quantitative correlational study with a probabilistic sample. The participants were 47 distance graduate program students. An online questionnaire called "Self-regulation for academic learning at the university" was administered, prepared by Dr. Juan Carlos Torre. The results were analyzed using the Statical Package for Social Science (SPSS) program that revealed the profile of the students of the distance graduate program on self-regulation of learning.

In conclusion, distance graduate students have knowledge about the self-regulation process in their learning through mastery of strategies and autonomous learning. It was determined that the self-regulatory factors that influence academic performance are control and verification, they are the most practiced in distance graduate students and investigated in this study.
Estado de situación de la educación superior en Puerto Rico a otoño de 2021
Authors: Torres-Nazario Marcos
Published: May 2023

Este artículo comparte información sobre la población de Puerto Rico y su impacto en la matrícula universitaria del país. Además, incluye información sobre la matrícula de estudiantes a distancia y proyecciones de la matrícula total del país al 2025. Para los próximos años, se estima que ocurrirán grandes cambios significativos en la cantidad y la composición de las IES del país.
GIYOHVANDLIK VOSITALARINING INSON HAYOTI UCHUN XAVFI VA EKSPERTIZAGA KELGAN ASHYOVIY DALILLARDAN ULARNI ANIQLASH USULLARI
Authors: Yembergenova Goʻzzal Allambergen qizi , Murzayev Rustam Kamilovich , Dautov Baxrom Baturovich , Abdug'aniyev Baxtiyor Yormaxamatovich
Published: May 2023

Maqolada giyohvand vositalarni isteʼmol qilishdan inson organizmiga taʼsir qiluvchi salbiy oqibatlar, ularni aniqlashda ekspertiza jarayoni ahamiyatlari va ekspertizaga kelgan ashyoviy dalillardan giyohvandlik vositasi deya gumon qilinayotgan moddalarni Markaziy bojxona laboratoriyasida mavjud boʻlgan usullar bilan tekshirishning oʻziga xos xususiyatlari koʻrib chiqilgan. Markaziy bojxona laboratoriyasi tomonidan amalga oshirilayotgan giyohvandlik vositalari va psixotrop moddalari sud ekspertizasi yoʻnalishini ISO/IEC 17025:2019 standarti talablari asosida akkreditatsiyadan oʻtkazish masalalari keltirilgan.
NEFT SHLAMI ASOSIDA BITUM OLISH
Authors: Ismoilov Mominjon Yusupovich , Mamatqulova Surayyoxon Abdusamatovna , Asqarov Ibrohimjon Rahmonovich , Maxmudov Boburjon Omonjonovich
Published: May 2023

Maqolada neft shlami, Uz-Kor Gas Chemical qo'shma korxonasi qatroni (smolasi, chiqindi), Fargʻona yogʻ - moy zavodi gossypol smolasidan foydalanib bitum olingan va uni fizik, mehanik xossalari oʻrganilgan. Neft shlamiga “Uz-Kor Gas Chemical” smolasidan 30%, gosipol smolasidan 5% qoʻshilganda penetrasiya koʻrsatkichi 300 ga tengligi yani neft bitumini penetrasiya koʻrsatkichiga yaqinlashganligi tajribalar asosida aniqlandi.
MOMORDICA CHARANTIA L DORIVOR O’SIMLIGI ASOSIDAGI DORI SHAKLLARI
Authors: Samadov Baxodirjon Sharipovich , Jalilov Fazliddin Sodiqovich , Musozoda Safol Miraxmad , Jalilova Feruza Sodiqovna
Published: May 2023

Dorivor o’simliklardan foydalanish, ularning yangi foydali xususiyatlarini kashf qilish, kimyoviy tarkibini, xalq tabobatida ishlatilishini o’rganish natijasida yangi dori vositalarini va dori shakllarini ishlab chiqarish farmasevtika sohasini xalq tabobati bilan bevosita bog’lovchi ko’prik vazifasini bajaradi. Dori shakli sifatida ishlab chiqarilishi rejalashtirilayotgan Momordica charantia L dorivor o’simligi ham qadim zamonlardan buyon o’zining shifobaxsh xususiyatlari bilan mashhur, asli yurti Hindiston bo’lgan ushbu o’simlikning butun dunyoda dori shakllari mavjuddir. Tadqiqot ishimizda o’simlik asosida bir necha turdagi dori shakllarini o’rganish hamda u asosida maqbul dori shaklini olish rejalashtirildi.
TIBBIYOTDA NAFTEN KISLOTASI HOSILALARIDAN FOYDALANISH
Authors: Ismoilov Mo'minjon Yusupovich , Asqarov Ibrohimjon Rahmonovich
Published: May 2023

Maqolada naften kislotalar xosilalaridan tibbiyotda saraton kasalligini davolashda foydalanish mumkinligi koʻrsatib berilgan. Shuningdek, 2-naftoksiasetik kislota (2-NOAA) deb nomlangan naften kislotasining oʻziga xos hosilasi yoʻgʻon ichak saratoni hujayralarining oʻsishiga toʻsqinlik qilishi mumkinligi aniqlandi. Naften kislotasi hosilasi koʻkrak saratoni hujayralarining oʻsishiga toʻsqinlik qilishi mumkinligini aniqladilar. Ba՚zi naften kislotasi tuzlari Candida albicans, odamlarda infektsiyalarni keltirib chiqarishi mumkin boʻlgan qoʻziqorinlarga qarshi faollik koʻrsatishi koʻrsatib berildi. 2,3-dikloro-5,8-dihidroksi-1,4-naftoxinon (DDNQ) sintezi va mass spektrlari oʻrganildi.
Frequency of inappropriate endotracheal tube cuff pressure and its variability in patients undergoing prolonged surgery: A prospective observational study
Authors: Rehman Shamsi Muhammad Fahad , Siddiqui Ali Sarfraz
Published: May 2023

Background: Endotracheal tube (ETT) is inserted into the trachea to maintain the airway patency. Maintaining adequate ETT cuff pressure is important to ensure a proper seal to lower the risk of aspiration and tracheal trauma. This study was designed to assess the frequency of inappropriate ETT cuff pressure at the time of intubation and variation in ETT pressure at the end of a prolonged surgery.

Methods: This study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesiology, Aga Khan University from October 2019 to March 2020. All adult patients of both genders, undergoing prolonged surgery under general anaesthesia were included. Patients were intubated with an appropriate size ETT, and the cuff was inflated with air. ETT cuff pressure was measured after intubation and, if inappropriate, was adjusted to an appropriate level. ETT cuff pressure reading was noted at the end of prolonged surgery to assess any variation.

Results: Fifty-eight patients were included, 64% were females. The mean age was 47.36 years. The frequency of inappropriate ETT cuff pressure at the time of intubation was 60.3% which was corrected before the start of surgery. At the end of surgery, 70.7% of patients showed variations in ETT cuff pressures with majority (33%) having a variation of 51 to 70 (81-100 cm H2O).

Conclusions: The frequency of inappropriate endotracheal tube cuff pressure at the time of intubation was found to be 60.3%. In 70.7% of patients, ETT cuff pressure at the end of prolonged surgery was inappropriate.
Organizations’ Perception of Service-Learning Study Abroad Programs and
Transformational Partnerships
Authors: Cully Garbers Caroline , Roberts T. Grady , Pracht Dale
Published: May 2023

Global education is becoming increasingly important in
higher education institutions in the United States. Concurrently, service-learning is
another educational activity becoming more popular in higher education institutions.
Very little research has been done on the impact on the community from a
service-learning perspective, especially as a part of a study abroad. The purpose of
this study was to explore the impacts of a short-term service-learning study abroad
program on the community partners (organizations) where students completed
service-learning. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with leaders of
organizations in Ireland who hosted students from the University of Florida during a
study abroad program. Data were interpreted using Enos and Morton’s (2003) campus and
community partnerships framework. Results revealed both transactional and
transformational outcomes. Long-term impacts included cultural exchanges, the skill
level of students, and moving partnerships forward. Recommendations for practice and
research are provided.
Increasing Collaboration Between Extension and University Faculty: The
Value of a Dedicated Faculty Liaison
Authors: Radunovich Heidi L , Place Nick T.
Published: May 2023

This paper describes the development of a faculty liaison
position created to increase collaboration between Extension and other university units
and provides original research assessing the programmatic outcome. An assessment of
initial collaborations was done, and a survey was given to university faculty to assess
their impressions of Extension at the start of the position and after four years. The
position provided a significant increase in collaborative projects and reported
collaboration, and reported perceptions of Extension improved, while the ability to
define the terms Extension and land-grant did not change. Suggestions for improving upon
such a position are made.
Development and Piloting of a Novel Evaluation Tool for Childhood Obesity
Prevention Programs
Authors: Norman-Burgdolf Heather , Lindsay Anne R. , Webber Kelly , Parker Julie , Richards Adams Ingrid K. , Idris Rafida , Hubbs-Tait Laura , Chapman-Novakofski Karen
Published: May 2023

Childhood obesity remains chronic and high in the U.S.,
driven by factors including poor dietary habits and lack of physical activity.
Interventions that address multiple causal factors may be the most appropriate strategy
to address rising childhood obesity rates. The Cooperative Extension Service offers
programs across the country to address causal factors of childhood obesity, but few
coordinated or concerted efforts have been made to determine overlap, reduce
duplication, or identify best practices in programming. To fill this gap, the National
Institute of Food and Agriculture Multistate Project W3005 Extension Workgroup sought to
develop a novel tool to compare programs with components related to childhood obesity
prevention. This manuscript details the iterative process used to develop the Childhood
Obesity Prevention Program in Extension Rubric (COPPER), provides findings from the
pilot process, and reveals the broad application and potential of this tool within
Extension and nutrition education. The newly developed COPPER tool is multi-functional
and may be beneficial in program development, implementation, adoption, and/or
adaptation of programs in new settings. This tool will be useful for Extension, public
health, and other community organizations focused on issues central to childhood obesity
targeting children, parents, and/or caregivers.