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Experimental Investigation on Corrosion Behaviour of Heat-Treated API X70 Pipeline Steel
Authors: Sharma Lochan , Dhiman Anurag , Jakhar Amman , Sharma Kanika
Published: June 2024

In present study mass loss behaviour of base metal and heat-treated API X70 pipeline steel in different environments such as fresh water, sea water and sodium thiosulphate medium were observed for 50 days. Corrosion is the main failure in pipeline steel which need to be reduced with the use of suitable heat treatment process. In present study two heat treatment such as HT-1 900 °C (2 hour) with tempering at 450 °C (4 hour) and HT-2 800 °C (2 hour) with tempering at 450 °C (4 hour) was used. Mechanical, microstructure and corrosion rate of HT-1 and HT-2 specimen in different environments were observed. Maximum corrosion rate (0.306 mm/y) in fresh water while minimum corrosion rate (0.181 mm/y) in sodium thiosulphate medium was observed for base metal. Maximum corrosion rate (0.224 mm/y) in sodium thiosulphate while minimum corrosion rate (0.106 mm/y) in fresh water medium was observed for HT-1 specimen. For HT-2 specimen, Maximum corrosion rate (0.192 mm/y) in sea water while minimum corrosion rate (0.099 mm/y) in fresh water medium was observed. For HT-2 specimen, maximum average hardness of (30.3 HRC) in sea water while minimum average hardness of (28 HRC) of base metal was observed. In fresh water also HT-2 specimen, maximum average hardness is (26.3 HRC) while minimum average hardness of (24.6 HRC) of base metal was observed. After that maximum average hardness of base metal (26.6 HRC) in sodium thiosulphate while minimum average hardness of (21 HRC) of HT-2 specimen was observed.
A spatiotemporal analysis of ageing trends in Slovakia and their societal implications
Authors: Hübelová Dana , Piscová Kristína , Manea Beatrice-Elena Chromková , Caha Jan , Kozumplíková Alice
Published: June 2024

This study examines the changing age structure in Slovakia and ageing process, analyzing district-level data from 2001, 2010, and 2020. The research highlights significant ageing trends across most Slovak districts. These demographic changes have profound implications, including potential labor shortages, increased demand for healthcare and social services, social isolation, pension system strain, and shifting housing needs towards older adults. Understanding these trends and regional variations is vital for effective planning and provision of education, social services, and healthcare for diverse age groups in Slovakia. Our research underscores the complexity of implementing effective measures to mitigate the consequences of demographic ageing, given the regional disparities in ageing intensity. This study offers valuable insights for optimal planning. The challenges identified, such as financing social and healthcare systems and supporting vulnerable groups, are not unique to Slovakia but are shared by many countries undergoing similar demographic transitions. By examining Slovakia’s approach, we contribute to the broader discourse on demographic ageing and highlight the need for future research to focus on comparative studies between regions and countries. This will help identify best practices and innovative solutions that can be adapted to various socio-economic contexts, fostering international collaboration and informed policy-making to address the global impact of ageing populations.
Determination of uranium concentration in blood samples of women with breast cancer in Babylon Province of Iraq using CR-39 nuclear track detector
Authors: Essa Haider O. , Al-Attiyah Khalid H. H. , Al-Hamzawi Anees A.
Published: June 2024

The incidence and prevalence of breast cancer in Iraq are alarming. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among Iraqi women, and its rates have been steadily increasing over the years. The exact reasons for the high incidence are not yet fully understood, but it is believed to be influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. The research objectives of this study revolve around two main goals. Firstly, the study aims to establish baseline values for the amount of uranium present in blood samples. Secondly, the study aims to assess the potential relationship between uranium levels in blood and the development of cancer. The investigation includes 16 blood samples from women diagnosed with breast cancer and 20 blood samples from women without breast cancer. The nuclear fission track analysis method using CR-39 solid-state nuclear track detectors will be employed to analyze the uranium contents in women’s cancer blood (CB) samples. The methodology adopted for this study involved utilizing the SPSS program to conduct a comprehensive statistical analysis. The results of the study indicate that there is a variation in uranium concentration among both the patient women and healthy women. The uranium concentration among patient women ranged from 3.259 ppb to 1.918 ppb, while among healthy women, it varied from 2.105 ppb to 0.59 ppb. These findings suggest that there may be a correlation between the presence of certain health issues and higher uranium levels.
Ethnic Aspects of the 2022 Hungarian Parliamentary Elections with Special Reference to the Slovene National Minority
Authors: Dobos Balázs , Kovács Attila , Hirnök Katalin Munda
Published: June 2024

The 2022 parliamentary elections in Hungary offered for the third time an opportunity for national minorities to elect their representative by casting a preferential vote for their Member of Parliament. However, the failure of the list of representatives of the most numerous ethnic group, the Roma, and the ruling of the European Court of Human Rights concerning the violation of multiple elements of the electoral system underscored the need for a comprehensive assessment of hitherto experience and for a reform of the preferential minority mandate and the institution of advocacy. This study aims to contribute to this process by examining the institutional framework and the electoral results, with a particular focus on the analysis of minority-related aspects of the last parliamentary elections and the situation of the Slovene national minority.
Ecocriticism of Slovene Literary Authors from Italy
Authors: Cergol Jadranka
Published: June 2024

The aim of this paper is to apply an ecocritical approach to the analysis of selected literary passages by Slovene minority authors from Italy. Drawing from ecocritical discourse, the author presents a diverse conception of living space before delving into the analysis of selected passages, through which she aims to demonstrate that, in the case of minority literary authors, environmental issues intertwine with questions of identity, as threats to the environment as a living space are closely associated with threats to the ethnic community. This is particularly evident in the case of literary authors from Beneška Slovenia. The author concludes her views with an analysis of literary works by the youngest Slovene authors from Italy, who notably engage with ecological themes extending beyond the confines of the living space of the Slovene minority in Italy to address the global ecological crisis.
Polyvagal Perspective on Ethnic Distance and Well-Being in Bosnia-Herzegovina: Mediating Effects of Physiological Reactivity and Body Awareness
Authors: Kuhar Metka , Bolko Irena , Zupančič Rok
Published: June 2024

In this study, the responses of 182 Bosniaks were analysed to examine the interplay between previous adversity (past challenging or traumatic experiences a person has faced), mental well-being, and ethnic distance in Bosnia and Herzegovina through the lens of polyvagal theory, which emphasises the role of physiological reactivity and body awareness. The results show that there is no direct association between past adversity and well-being or ethnic distance. However, previous adversity is a significant predictor of autonomic reactivity and body awareness, which serve as mediators of well-being and ethnic distance. These findings point to the potential benefits of trauma-informed interventions to improve social cohesion in post-conflict settings.
THE ROLE OF miRNAS IN THE REGULATION OF OXIDATIVE STRESS AND MICROVASCULAR REACTIVITY IN CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE
Authors: Mihaljević Justina , Mihaljević Dubravka , Drenjančević Ines , Sitaš Zvonimir
Published: June 2024

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an initially asymptomatic, but chronic condition characterized by a progressive loss of kidney function over the time. Etiology of CKD includes diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune diseases, polycystic kidney disease and other genetic diseases, nephrotic syndrome, etc. The development of complications such as hypertension, anemia, bone diseases, and cardiovascular complications (like heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, cardiac arrest etc.) with an increased risk of death and hospitalization is common. Due to the significant rate of morbidity and mortality from CKD, early detection and primary prevention are extremely important.
Oxidative stress affects microvascular reactivity and is considered to be one of the most important causes of endothelial dysfunction, underlying CKD. Recently, the role of miRNA, a non-coding approximately 22 nucleotides long RNA molecules which mediate post-transcriptional gene silencing, in oxidative stress has also been investigated. Individual miRNA molecules, such as miRNA-335-5p, miR-92a, miR-92a-3p relate to endothelial dysfunction. This opens new diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities and requires further research in the field of CKD. The aim of this review article is to systemize recent knowledge on the role of miRNA in the regulation of oxidative stress and microvascular reactivity in CKD.
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER, INSOMNIA, HEART RATE VARIABILITY AND METABOLIC SYNDROME (NARRATIVE REVIEW)
Authors: Serhiyenko Alexandr , Baitsar Myroslav , Sehin Volodymyr , Serhiyenko Ludmila , Kuznets Vitaliy , Serhiyenko Victoria
Published: June 2024

This narrative review was aimed to analyze the scientific data about the association of post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, dyssomnias, heart rate variability, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy, along with potential pathophysiological mechanisms underlying these associations.
The results of experimental, cohort, prospective, and randomized clinical studies provide evidence of common pathogenetic pathways contributing to their development.
Searches were conducted in Scopus, Science Direct (from Elsevier), EBSCO, and PubMed databases, including the Medline databases. Additionally, a manual search of publication bibliographies was undertaken to uncover research outcomes not accessible through online searches.
PHYSIOLOGICAL STIMULATION OF THE HEART – HISTORY AND THE PRESENT
Authors: Myshakivskyy Оleksiy , Voytsekhivska Marta , Pavliuk Volodymyr
Published: June 2024

The possibility of electrical stimulation of the heart has fascinated researchers and doctors since the Age of Enlightenment until the 21st century. Cardiac pacing strategies have evolved from epicardial and myocardial to stimulation of the cardiac conduction system. Despite progress, many issues remain unresolved, including intraoperative determination of the optimal site for stimulation and pre- and postoperative assessment of left ventricular ejection fraction to select optimal patients and evaluate the treatment dynamics.
Literature review was performed to evaluate the evolution of electrical myocardial stimulation, its modern methods, advantages and disadvantages.
The evolution of electrical cardiac pacing has gone through stages from non-selective stimulation of the left and right ventricular myocardium to biventricular pacing and the latest milestone – the pacing of the conduction system – the bundle of His or its left bundle branches.
Cardiac conduction system stimulation is today’s most physiological method of permanent cardiac pacing. However, it is not without some drawbacks, in particular, the need to perform the intraoperative evaluation of the effectiveness of myocardial resynchronization to have methods of objective assessment of left ventricular systolic function before and after resynchronization therapy in patients with significantly reduced ejection fraction. It is neccessary for the selection of optimal patients for biventricular pacing, or stimulation of the conduction system of the heart, and prediction of possible outcomes.
NCCN DISTRESS THERMOMETER AS A SCREENING TOOL FOR DETECTING PSYCHOEMOTIONAL DISORDERS IN PATIENTS WITH MALIGNANT TUMORS OF THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
Authors: Beliak Valentyn , Bilobryvka Rostyslav , Slipetsky Roman , Yakubets Olha , Volodko Nataliia
Published: June 2024

Treatment of patients with gynecological cancer is a serious challenge and causes severe trauma for patients, primarily if it is associated with surgical intervention. Even after cancer is successfully treated, psychological disorders stay and sometimes exacerbate, including those associated with an identity crisis.
The purpose of this study was to evaluate how informative the use of the NCCN distress thermometer is for detecting psychoemotional disorders in patients with malignant tumors of the female reproductive system after successful anticancer treatment.
Materials and methods. Forty-seven gynecological cancer patients were included in the study after surgical or combined (surgery + chemotherapy) treatment. They included 17 patients with cervical cancer, 18 with endometrial cancer, and 12 with ovarian cancer. Panhysterectomy was a component of surgical treatment in all patients. Eleven patients were examined shortly after the surgical treatment (after 12 to 14 days), and the remaining 36 patients were surveyed during the follow-up visit 6-12 months after the treatment. At the time of the visit, the absence of cancer progression signs was confirmed by X-ray imaging methods (CT, MRI) and clinically. All patients were asked to rate their level of distress over the past week using the NCCN Distress Thermometer questionnaire. Version 2.2022.
Results. Twenty-five patients (62%) had a level of distress above the threshold ≥ 4. Nine patients had a level of distress ≥ 7. The most frequent problems causing distress were excitement and anxiety (80%), fatigue (81.3%), sleep disturbances (58%), sadness/depression (36%), and fear (33%). Almost a third (27%) of female patients recognized relationship problems with their partner and the presence of sexual problems (22%). About 20% identified issues in understanding the meaning of life. Identified psychoemotional disorders did not depend on tumor localization.
Conclusions:

More than half of gynecological cancer patients were found to have psychoemotional disorders and a level of distress above the limit after the successful completion of cancer treatment.

2) NCCN DT is an effective screening tool used to identify psychoemotional disorders in patients after the successful treatment of gynecological cancer.
3) Testing may be performed not only immediately after the treatment but also in the long term (after 6 to 12 months) since psychoemotional manifestations of distress (identity crises) may exacerbate over time.
EPIZOOTIC-EPIDEMIOLOGICAL FEATURES OF RABIES IN THE EASTERN EUROPEAN REGION AT THE CURRENT STAGE
Authors: Vynograd Nataliya , Grychtoł Sonię , Kołodziej Wiesława , Chaklosh Ihor , Vasylyshyn Zoriana , Kozak Liudmyla , Stybel Taras
Published: June 2024

Rabies is an especially dangerous anthropozoonosis caused by viruses of the Rabdoviridae family, genus Lyssavirus, known for over 4,000 years. There is no effective antiviral treatment for rabies, although immunobiological drugs have been developed, the timely application of which can prevent a fatal outcome in humans. Protection of the population from rabies includes control of zoonotic reservoirs and sources of the pathogen infection.
The aim of the study was to assess the epizootic-epidemiological situation of rabies in Ukraine and Poland, considering risks caused by the active phase of the Russian-Ukrainian war. A comprehensive epidemiological method was used to analyze state official data regarding indicators of the epizootic process of rabies, the number and nature of human injuries due to animal attacks, and to determine trends during 2021–2023. A comparative-descriptive technique was applied to compare the effectiveness of vaccination against rabies in domestic, pet, and wild animals and to assess the risks of changes in the epizootic situation.
Since the 1940s, a natural focal ecotype of rabies has formed in the Eastern European region, where wild carnivores are reservoirs and pathogen sources. In Ukraine, combined foci are registered with the natural focal ecotype of rabies, involving dogs, cats, and large and small ruminants in the epizootic process. The epizootic rabies situation in Ukraine worsened during the war due to the disruption of animal vaccination, increased feral domestic and farm animals, especially in the combat zone, and the cessation of regulating the normative number of red foxes. The epizootological well-being in Poland could be compromised if the rabies disaster area spreads from the border territories of Ukraine.
There are real risks of worsening the epizootic-epidemiological situation of rabies in Ukraine, posing a threat of transboundary spread to other countries.
SYNTHESIS, ANALYSIS ADME-TOX PARAMETERS AND ANTI-CANCER ACTIVITY OF N-(5-R-BENZYLTHIAZOLE-2-YL)-2-MORPHOLIN-4-YL-2-THIOXOACETAMIDES
Authors: Drapak Iryna , Zimenkovsky Borys , Matiichuk Yuliia , Skrobala Viktoriia , Kaminskyy Danylo , Oliinyk Markiian , Matiychuk Vasyl
Published: June 2024

Aim. Study of the synthesis, analysis of ADME-Tox parameters and anti-cancer activity of a series of N-(5-R-benzylthiazole-2-yl)-2-morpholin-4-yl-2-thioxoacetamides.
Methods. Organic synthesis, 1H NMR spectroscopy, analytical method, in silico ADME-Tox analysis and in vitro cytotoxicity assay.
Results. The series of new N-(5-R-benzylthiazole-2-yl)-2-morpholin-4-yl-2-thioxoacetamides was synthesized according to a convenient synthetic method. Their structures were confirmed by 1H NMR spectroscopy and microanalyses. Using the internet resources of SwissADME and pkCSM-pharmacokinetics, the ADME-Tox profiles of the synthesized compounds were calculated. It was determined that the substances were within the optimal limits of bioavailability. All compounds meet the criteria of drug similarity according to the rules of Lipinski, Weber, Egan and Mugge. It is also determined that low toxicity is predicted for these substances.
The synthesized compounds were tested in vitro for their antitumor activity according to the Developmental Therapeutic Program of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) (www.dtp.nci.nih.gov) against 60 cancer lines in the concentration of 10 µM. Human tumor cell lines from nine different cancer types were used: leukemia, melanoma, lung, colon, CNS, ovarian, kidney, prostate and breast cancer. Screening results showed that, in most cases, these compounds are of low activity. An exception is the renal cancer line UO-31, which was moderately sensitive to all synthesized compounds.
Conclusions. A series of 2-aminothiazole hybrids containing morpholine moiety was synthesized and studied in silico ADME-Tox profiles. The ADME-Tox profiles indicated good oral bioavailability and low toxicity. Synthesized compounds were tested in vitro for their anti-cancer activity. They showed moderate antiproliferative activity.
MAY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE GET DEMENTIA? THE CHALLENGE OF DETECTING MALFUNCTIONS IN AI DIAGNOSTICS
Authors: Souchelnytskyi Serhiy
Published: June 2024

This comment highlights the need for tools to ensure the clinical relevance of AI-generated solutions. Doctors have medical Concilium, AI does not. AI tries to be the best on its own. AI uses formal data processing logic, and therefore may not consider the limitations of medical data. AI may “forget and ignore” data that do not fit into its own solution. A doctor can diagnose dementia in a human but how to detect formally correct but clinically wrong suggestions by AI? Explainable AI is a good step in solving the problem of clinical relevance. However, much more must be done to translate the logic of a Doctors Concilium into tools embedded in AI diagnostics.
Agricultural land measures for climate change adaptation in arid regions: Can the farmers do it alone?
Authors: Al-Kilani Muhammad Rasool
Published: June 2024

Climate change has become an unequivocal issue; changing precipitation patterns and climate variability will have disastrous impacts on the fragile agricultural land resources of arid regions. Farmers, equipped with indigenous knowledge and readily available resources, are the most direct stakeholder interacting with agricultural lands; examining farmers’ capacity to successfully implement farm-level adaptive measures is a pressing matter. This paper provides an overview on various agricultural measures for climate change adaptation in arid regions and discusses some major relevant constrains and the extent of farmers’ capabilities to implement such strategies. Various techniques such as shifting sowing dates, conservation agriculture, and rainwater harvesting have shown potential to serve as adaptive strategies. These can help reduce crop failure risks, improve soil moisture conservation and increase water availability for crops, and could help adapt to precipitation variability in arid regions. However there is strong evidence that many farmers in arid regions may not be able to implement such strategies successfully as adaptive measures and there is no clear evidence that climate variability is currently less of a risk with existence of such measures. This can be attributed to the various constraints such as the need for reliable access to resources, climatic data, and research output by farmers for successful implementation. These constraints could be circumvented by institutional-level measures such as agricultural subsidies, relevant and dynamic policies, and programs. Overwhelming evidence suggests that this is only possible by involvement of various stakeholders in the planning process such as researchers, farmers and the private sector.
INDONESIA'S FUTURE ACTING PRESIDENCY: MAINTAINING OR REPLACING THE NEW ORDER LEGACY
Authors: Ramadhan Febriansyah , Widagdo Setyo , Widiarto Aan Eko , Susmayanti Riana
Published: June 2024

The interim president anticipates the vacancy of the office of president and vice president; Indonesia calls it ‘pelaksana tugas kepresidenan’, which is filled by the minister of home affairs, foreign affairs, and minister of defense. This article explores the two actors (bureaucrats and legitimacy) who become interim presidents in the constitutions of the world's countries. Next, the Indonesian arrangement and accompanying problems in the 1945 Constitution will be reviewed. This article is aided by a doctrinal research method with historical, legislative, and comparative constitutional approaches. Indonesia has its peculiarities compared to the constitutions of world countries because it applies a compound position as interim President adopted from the New Order legal products (Tap MPR VII/1973) without going through a decontextualisation process, so it still applies the old features (bureaucratic actors) with compound/collegial executive positions in the new constitutional structure that seeks to purify the presidential system. In addition, there are conditions that the 1945 Constitution still cannot resolve and that cause paralysis of governance. This article offers one solution—which could alleviate two specific problems simultaneously—and that is to make the Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) the acting President of the future.
PERAN BADAN USAHA MILIK DAERAH SEBAGAI INSTRUMEN INVESTASI PEMERINTAH DAERAH: STUDI KASUS DIVESTASI SAHAM NEWMONT
Authors: Disyon Huta , Riyandi Marwan , Amalia Garnita
Published: June 2024

The investments made by Local Governments in Regional Owned Enterprises (ROEs) have not yielded satisfactory returns. One potential investment opportunity for Local Governments is participating in the divestment of foreign shareholders in mining companies. This study analyzes the role of ROEs in divesting mining company shares, including the legality of ROE establishment, the position of ROEs in mining company divestment, and their role as investment instruments for Local Governments, using PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara as a case study. Using a normative method and analyzing secondary data descriptively, the study finds that Local Governments must ensure the administrative process of establishing ROEs complies with applicable laws and regulations. ROEs can partner with investors to address funding difficulties in foreign divestment transactions. Additionally, the priority position of Local Governments in divesting foreign shares in mining companies should provide a strong bargaining position in negotiating the establishment of ROEs and subsidiaries used as vehicles in these transactions.
PRESIDEN DAN PEMBERHENTIAN HAKIM KONSTITUSI: PEMISAHAN KEKUASAAN TANPA CHECKS AND BALANCES
Authors: Kurnia Titon Slamet
Published: June 2024

On September 29, 2022, the People’s Representative Council (DPR) controversially removed Justice Aswanto and proposed Guntur Hamzah as his successor. Following the DPR’s decision, the President issued Presidential Decision Number 114/P of 2022. This process aligns with Article 24C paragraph (3) of the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, which states: “The Constitutional Court is comprised of nine Justices who are appointed by the President, of whom three are proposed by the Supreme Court, three by the People’s Representative Council, and three by the President.” This provision includes two clauses: the proposal clause and the appointment clause. This article discusses the President's role in implementing the appointment clause in the case of Justice Aswanto’s removal. Using a conceptual approach, it focuses on interpreting Article 24C paragraph (3) to understand that the President's role in the appointment clause embodies the principle of checks and balances. This article argues against the President’s legalistic position of implementing the appointment clause without scrutinizing the DPR’s decision. While the appointment clause does not explicitly authorize the President to refuse issuing the Presidential Decision, this norm may be inferred from our commitment to the supremacy of the constitution.
PERMASALAHAN HUKUM PADA KEGIATAN KOPERASI SIMPAN PINJAM DI INDONESIA
Authors: Antoni Veri , Razaga Azka Farrell
Published: June 2024

Cooperatives, as key economic actors alongside State/Regional Owned Enterprises and the private sector, have recently come under scrutiny, particularly Savings and Loans Cooperatives (KSPs). Many KSPs have experienced payment failures, leading to legal issues. The widespread defaults in KSPs stem from regulatory gaps; while they engage in activities similar to banks, they are not fully regulated as such. One significant issue is the ineffective supervision of KSPs, many of which receive funds from external investors who are not members. Law on Financial Sector Development and Strengthening has acknowledged the existence of cooperatives that serve non-members (open loop). The Minister of Cooperatives Regulation 8/2003 has addressed past issues and incorporated best practices for banking activities, such as capping deposit and loan interest rates, setting maximum lending limits, business restructuring, and enforcing supervision and reporting standards. However, these regulations do not include provisions for a deposit guarantee institution for cooperatives, which is essential for mitigating the adverse effects of defaults on customers and cooperative members.
Enhanced Hybrid Algorithm for E-AbdulRazzaq and Fast Online Hybrid Matching Algorithms for Exact String Matching
Authors: Kamil  AL-Jazayiri Hayder , Akram AbdulRazzaq Atheer
Published: June 2024

Algorithms for string matching are considered one of the most extensively researched topics in the field of computer science due to their substantial role in various applications, such as information retrieval, editing, security, firewalls, and biological applications. String matching involves examining the optimal alignment by comparing the characters in the pattern and the text. Over the past two decades, it has gained considerable attention due to technological advancements. The need to address string-matching problems has also emerged because of its wide-ranging applications. This study presents the E-ARFO hybrid string-matching algorithm, which combines the best features of two original algorithms, namely, E-AbdulRazzaq and fast online hybrid matching. Compared with other algorithms, the proposed method demonstrates outstanding performance in terms of the number of attempts and character comparisons conducted across multiple databases, including DNA and protein sequences. Results indicate that irrespective of the number of attempts or character comparisons made, E-ARFO consistently ranks first for short and lengthy patterns in most databases. Results also reveal reduced runtimes and competitive character comparisons. Moreover, results underscore the potential effect of E_ARFO on computational biology, offering a new paradigm for precision and efficiency in string matching.
INTELLIGENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM FOR FIRE DETECTION USING YOLOV8
Authors: S. Mohammed Muthanna , Amel H. Abbas  , A.Z. Abdullah Nada
Published: June 2024

This study describes a lightweight deep learning model trained on a self-made image dataset taken inside farms and open areas of the Holy Shrine of Al-Hussainiya in the City of Karbala, Iraq. This dataset includes fire and smoke images taken using a Samsung A52S camera in different weather conditions. The overall goal is to create a fire detection system model that can successfully replace the existing physical sensor-based fire detectors and lessen the issues that come with such fire detectors, including false and delayed triggering. Another goal is to control fires on farms or open areas and prevent crop damage as much as possible. Previous studies were reviewed. Moreover, the architecture of the You Only Look Once version 8 (YOLOv8) model was briefly explained, and the results it achieved were compared with those achieved by previous versions. Then, the proposed system was trained and evaluated with the YOLOv8 large model. Results showed that the proposed system outperformed the rest of the current systems in mAP, which reached 98.5%.
Arabic Crime Tweet Filtering and Prediction Using Machine Learning
Authors: Abdalrdha Zainab Khyioon , Mohsin Al-Bakry Prof. Dr. Abbas , K. Farhan Prof. Dr. Alaa
Published: June 2024

Crime is undeniably rising, thus negatively affecting countries’ economies. Despite several efforts to study crime prediction to reduce crime rates, few studies take the timeline factor into account when extracting crime-related tweets to predict crime. Aiming to predict Arabic crime tweets on Twitter/X, this study predicts crimes after analyzing social sentiment—that is, whether a tweet raises positive, negative, or neutral feelings—and filters the tweets based on crime behavior through an intelligent dictionary built through a genetic algorithm. The study uses a variety of machine learning (ML) models—random forest, logistic regression, and decision trees—which are assessed according to their accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 scores to guarantee robustness and dependability in crime prediction. The accuracy after filtering crimes based on an intelligent dictionary is 97% for decision tree, 97% for random forest, and 94.43% for logistic regression. This research will provide insight into potential crime attitudes and public opinion toward safety and law enforcement.
Maintained patency and symptom resolution after treatment of recurrent in-stent thrombosis with novel RevCore thrombectomy system: A case report
Authors: Marino Angelo G. , Lee Alfred
Published: June 2024

In-stent thrombosis (IST) is a frequent complication following intervention to remove thrombus and treat residual venous outflow obstruction or stenosis. Treatment is often limited to venoplasty and stent relining, which only temporarily restores stent patency until rethrombosis inevitably occurs. As a result, disease management becomes a cycle of repeated recanalization procedures without long-term relief. This report highlights an early use case of a novel device capable of debulking material in the peripheral vasculature and restoring patency to occluded stents. A 60-year-old male with a 25-year history of recurrent venous thromboembolism that included a 9-year history of recurrent IST had chronically occluded, overlapping, left-sided inferior vena cava to common femoral vein stents. He presented with worsening lower extremity (LE) swelling and bilateral non-healing ulcers, and diagnostic imaging revealed occlusive and nonocclusive material throughout both LEs with increasing thrombus burden compared to a few months prior. Stent recanalization and thrombectomy were performed successfully with the RevCore Thrombectomy System, an over-the-wire catheter with an expandable coring element designed for use in venous stents ranging from 10 mm to 20 mm in diameter. Following many years of rethrombosis and reocclusion after stenting, the patient’s postprocedural clinical status was significantly improved with patency and symptom resolution maintained at 8 weeks. Further evaluation is warranted to determine the effectiveness of these procedures; however, the case reported herein is an encouraging signal for a viable treatment option for IST beyond the temporary restoration of patency provided by conservative medical therapy, venoplasty, and stent relining.
Immune-Mediated Glomerulonephritis as Type 2 Lepra Reaction Posttreatment of Lepromatous Leprosy: A Case Report
Authors: Kantak Divya , Dsouza Marius
Published: June 2024

Leprosy, an infectious disease known for its debilitating effects on the skin and nerves, can trigger immunologic reactions affecting multiple organs. We present the case of a 57-year-old male who developed acute glomerulonephritis following leprosy treatment. Clinical examination revealed newly developed pitting edema in the legs, along with residual nerve thickening and skin changes. Laboratory findings showed elevated serum creatinine (3.2mg/dl) accompanied by low C3 and C4 levels. Urinalysis supported the diagnosis of glomerulonephritis. Renal biopsy demonstrated immune complex deposition on immunofluorescence, suggesting a diagnosis of leprosy-related post-treatment immune-mediated glomerulonephritis. Treatment with oral steroids led to complete resolution of the condition.
Nutrition Profile and Quality of Life of Adult Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Maintenance Hemodialysis in India: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Ekbote Apeksha , Ghosh-Jerath Suparna , Sharma Vidisha , Subbaiyan Suresh Sankara , Shah Kamal D , Joshi Vidya Rajesh , Ankush Ganesh Rameshwar , Sharma Shruti , Kasiviswanathan Savitha
Published: June 2024

Background:

Malnutrition and suboptimal food intake are common concerns among chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. Medical nutrition therapy plays a significant role in ensuring the well-being of CKD patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (MHD). The present study explored the dietary intake and quality of life (QOL) of CKD patients on MHD.

Materials and Methods:

Adult CKD patients (n = 107, >20 years, 72% male) on MHD were conveniently selected from dialysis centers across India. This cross-sectional exploratory study elicited information on general profile, height, dry body weight, biochemical parameters, food intake, and QOL of the patients. Nutrient intake was compared with Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (KDOQI) Guidelines.

Results:

The average energy and protein intake per kg body weight was below the recommendations (energy ∼21 kcal/kg vs. 30–35 kcal/kg body weight and protein ∼0.7g/kg vs. 1–1.2 g/kg body weight). Majority of them (>75%) had inadequate energy and protein intake. The sodium intake of the participants (3109.42 ± 1012.31 mg) was higher than the suggested limit. The energy and protein intake/kg ideal body weight of female patients was significantly higher than male patients (p < 0.05). Overall, their QOL was satisfactory. However, nearly half of them (47%) reported moderate-level problem in the pain and discomfort dimension.

Conclusion:

Patients were not meeting the recommendations especially for energy and protein. Patient-specific customized nutrition counseling along with routine nutrition assessment, follow-up of patients and continued nutrition education, and motivation and support from the medical care team, especially the dietitian is needed for better dietary compliance and overall improvement of QOL.
The Results of a Pre-study to Determine The Effects of Zinc and Iron Foliar Fertilizer on Canola (Brassica napus L.)
Authors: Çelik Polat Nezengül , Çınar Volkan Mehmet , Ünay Aydın
Published: June 2024

Increasing canola yield, a winter oil crop, is important for its cultivation in the product pattern of the Mediterranean climate zone. Therefore, a study was planned to determine the impact of foliar application zinc (Zn), iron (Fe) and Zn + Fe combination on the yield and quality of canola. The experiment was arranged in a Randomized Complete Block Design with four replications. Zinc (3.0% v/v), iron (7.5% w/w), and their combination were foliar sprayed at rosette and flowering stages. The highest number of siliques per plant, number of seeds per silique, seed index, and seed yield were recorded in the Fe application. Zn + Fe combination significantly increased the oil and protein content, whereas Zn application exhibited higher oil and protein yield performance. It was concluded that using iron and zinc separately regarding yield and quality is economically beneficial.
Farklı pamuk hat ve çeşitlerinin verim ve verim kriterlerinin belirlenmesi
Authors: Altun Dilan , Karademir Emine
Published: June 2024

Pamuk (Gossypium hirsutum L.), tekstil sektörüne hammadde sağlayan ekonomik ve stratejik öneme sahip bir bitkidir. Dünya’da ve Türkiye’de yürütülen ıslah çalışmaları ile pamuk veriminin ve lif kalitesinin arttırılmasına çalışılmaktadır. Islah programlarında kullanılacak genotiplerin öncelikle verim ve verim komponentlerinin belirlenmesi ve kontrol çeşitlere göre üstünlüklerinin saptanması gerekmektedir. Bu amaçla yürütülen bu araştırmada, 165 adet pamuk genotipi verim ve verim komponentlerinin belirlenmesi bakımından test edilmiştir. Deneme 2019 yılında Siirt Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Tarla Bitkileri bölümü deneme alanında Augmented deneme desenine göre 4 blok şeklinde yürütülmüş ve 160 adet pamuk genotipi ve 5 adet kontrol çeşit (Stoneville 468, BA 119, BA 440, Edessa ve Lima) olmak üzere 165 adet genotip materyal olarak kullanılmıştır. Çalışmada kütlü pamuk verimi, bitki boyu, odun dalı ve meyve dalı sayısı, boğum sayısı ve koza sayısı özellikleri incelenmiştir. Çalışmada kütlü pamuk verimi bakımından en yüksek değerlerin MNH-786, Dpl-5540-85-subokra ve Mex 123 genotiplerinden elde edildiği ve bu genotiplerin en yüksek kontrol çeşitten daha üstün değerler gösterdikleri belirlenmiştir. Deltapine 5816, Stoneville 213 ve CIM-70 genotiplerinin bitki boyu bakımından, VH 260, Stoneville 213 ve Tamcot Sphinx genotiplerinin meyve dalı sayısı bakımından, Deltapine 905, NIAB 777, Tonia ve Stoneville 213 genotiplerinin ise koza sayısı bakımından daha ümitvar oldukları görülmüştür. Araştırmada elde edilen bulgular incelenen özellikler yönü ile materyalde geniş bir genetik değişkenliğin bulunduğunu, istenen özellikler bakımından ideal değerlere sahip genotiplerin pamuk ıslah çalışmalarında ebeveyn olarak kullanılabileceğini ve tekstil sektörüne uygun yeni pamuk genotiplerinin elde edilebileceğini göstermektedir.
Döviz Kuru-Tarımsal İhracat İlişkisi: Türkiye Örneği
Authors: Aslan Fırat
Published: June 2024

Bu araştırma döviz kuru şoklarının ve değişimlerinin Türkiye’deki tarımsal ihracat değeri üzerindeki etkilerini ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada zaman serisi tekniklerinden Vektör Otoregrasif Model (VAR) kullanılarak, araştırmanın amacına ulaşmak istenmiştir. Çalışmada, döviz kuru ve tarımsal ihracat için 2000:1 ile 2022:12 yılları arasındaki aylık veriler kullanılmıştır. Tarımsal ihracat değerine ait veriler Türkiye İstatistik Kurumu’ndan (TÜİK), Döviz Kur verileri ise Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Merkez Bankası (TCMB) veri tabanından alınmıştır. Araştırmanın bulguları durağanlık, etki-tepki analizine, varyans ayrıştırmasına ve nedensellik analizine göre yorumlanmıştır. Bu araştırmanın bulgularına göre, ilk ayda döviz kurundaki şokların tarımsal ihracat değerini etkilemediğini ve/veya açıklayamadığını göstermektedir. Sonraki aylarda dolar kuru şoklarının, tarımsal ihracatının hata varyansını %0.01 ile %1.76 arasında açıkladığı saptanmıştır. Sonuçlar döviz kuru ile tarımsal ihracat değeri arasında anlamlı bir etkileşim olduğunu göstermektedir. Bu sonuçlar da Granger Nedenselik Testinden elde edilen sonuçları destekler niteliktedir. Döviz kurundaki şoklar Türkiye’deki tarımsal ihracat değerini ilk aylarında olumlu etkilerken, bir yıl içerisinde döviz kurunun tarımsal ihracat üzerindeki etkisinin dengelendiği gözlemlenmektedir. Bu etkisi kısa vadeli anlamlı bir etkisinin olduğu söylenebilir.
Salvia officinalis L. Esansiyel Yağının Antimikrobiyal ve Antioksidan Aktivite Potansiyelinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Özçoban Afranur , Gedikoğlu Ayça
Published: June 2024

Bu çalışma, Salvia officinalis L., yaygın adıyla adaçayı bitkisinden elde edilen uçucu yağın kimyasal bileşimini, serbest radikal temizleme aktivitesini (IC50), ferrik indirgeyici antioksidan güç (FRAP) değerini ve antimikrobiyal özellikler üzerindeki etkisini belirlemeyi amaçlamıştır. GC-MS analizi sonuçlarına göre, sırasıyla 3-thujen-2-bir (%26,21), (+)-2-bornanone (%16,47) ve 1,8-sineol’ün (%15,09) ada çayı uçucu yağında en yüksek yüzdeye sahip bileşikler olduğu görülmüştür. Ayrıca, uçucu yağ yüksek antioksidan aktivitesi göstermiş olup, IC50 değeri 5,507 ± 0,723 mg/ml ve FRAP değeri 2,129 ± 0,136 mM/g olarak bulunmuştur. Agar disk difüzyon testinin bulguları, en yüksek inhibisyon bölgelerinin Bacillus cereus NRRL B3711 ve Bacillus subtilis PY79 bakterilerine karşı olduğu görülürken, en düşük antibakteriyel etkinin Listeria monocytogenes ATCC 19115 ve Escherichia coli ATCC 25922 bakterilerine karşı olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Benzer şekilde, ada çayı uçucu yağı mikro tüp dilüsyon testinde en yüksek antibakteriyel etkiyi Bacillus cereus NRRL B3711 bakterisine karşı 2,94 mg/ml MİK (minimum inhibisyon konsantrasyonu) değeri ile göstermiş olup, Staphyloccoccus spp., Enterococcus faecalis ATCC 29212, ve Salmonella typhimurium ATCC 14028 bakterilerine karşı 23,5 mg/ml MİK değeri ile etkinliği en düşük çıkmıştır.
Política nacional de resíduos sólidos no contexto empresarial brasileiro: estudo de caso da empresa XYZ
Authors:   Faculdade de Tecnologia de Sorocaba, Souza Fernando Rodrigo , Ribeiro Junior Roque ,   Centro Universitário Nossa Senhora do Patrocínio
Published: June 2024

Este estudo investiga a implementação da Política Nacional de Resíduos Sólidos (PNRS) em uma empresa localizada em Sorocaba, São Paulo, denominada temporariamente como XYZ. utilizando uma abordagem de estudo de caso, a pesquisa visa compreender como a XYZ tem se adaptado aos princípios e diretrizes estabelecidos pela PNRS, analisando suas práticas de gestão de resíduos sólidos. a metodologia adotada incluiu uma revisão da literatura sobre o tema, seguida por uma análise documental do relatório de sustentabilidade da empresa XYZ e a aplicação do método de caso. os resultados revelaram que a XYZ enfrentou desafios iniciais, como questões de classificação de resíduos e adaptação de infraestrutura, mas demonstrou resiliência e determinação em superar esses obstáculos. além disso, a empresa empreendeu esforços significativos para desenvolver abordagens financeiras inovadoras, buscando não apenas reduzir os custos associados à conformidade com a PNRS, mas também gerar benefícios econômicos alinhados com os princípios da economia circular e da sustentabilidade empresarial. destaca-se o compromisso da XYZ com a PNRS, representando um exemplo de como as organizações podem não apenas cumprir, mas também abraçar ativamente os princípios e objetivos dessa política.
Relationship between the severity of neurological signs in dogs with thoracolumbar intervertebral disc disease and the magnitude of spinal cord compression by disc extrusion as assessed by computed tomography
Authors: Staňková Laura , Srnec Robert , Nečasová Andrea , Urbanová Lucie , Proks Pavel , Nečas Alois
Published: June 2024

The aim of this study was to verify the relationship between the degree of severity of neurological signs in dogs with thoracolumbar intervertebral disc disease (TL-IVDD) and the magnitude of spinal cord compression on the computed tomography (CT) transverse view of the vertebra at the site of the greatest narrowing of the spinal canal caused by extruded disc material. In a total of 78 dogs with TL-IVDD, the greatest narrowing of the spinal canal at the site of greatest spinal cord compression was observed in the T11-T12 region (48.35 ± 20.70%) and the smallest in the L2-L3 region (33.06 ± 15.40%). There was a significant difference in the percentage of spinal canal narrowing between the L2-L3 region and the T11-T12 (P= 0.034), T12-T13 (P= 0.033) and T13-L1 (P= 0.022) regions, respectively. Females showed a significantly higher percentage of spinal canal narrowing compared to males (P= 0.029); the highest percentage of spinal canal narrowing was found in neutered females compared to intact females (P= 0.013), neutered males (P= 0.029), and intact males (P= 0.001), respectively. In addition, the dogs included in the study were divided into a group of chondrodystrophic (n = 55) and a group of nonchondrodystrophic (n = 23) dogs. Dogs of chondrodystrophic breeds generally showed a highly significantly (P= 0.001) more severe degree of neurological signs compared to dogs of nonchondrodystrophic breeds. Results of this study can be useful in veterinary practice diagnostics.
A Inclusão de Estudantes no Espectro Autista em Aulas de Ciências: Uma Análise a Partir da Perspectiva Histórico-Cultural
Authors: Paoli Joanna de , Machado Patrícia Fernandes Lootens
Published: June 2024

Alicerçados na Teoria Histórico-Cultural, objetivamos analisar as contribuições de intervenções em aulas de ciências no ensino de estudantes autistas em processos inclusivos. Em nossa investigação, no período de 1943 até 2022, identificamos 19 trabalhos (oito nacionais e 11 internacionais) que desenvolveram ações pedagógicas na Educação Básica em aulas de ciências com estudantes autistas em escolas comuns. A partir das contribuições dos artigos e referenciais teóricos, defendemos que a organização de atividades de estudos, em aulas de ciências, articuladas em projetos de inclusão escolar que integram o(a) estudante autista em múltiplas experiências sociais, pode se beneficiar de conhecimentos científicos como uma ferramenta importante para promover a ampliação da comunicação, com ou sem fala, e para fomentar o desenvolvimento da consciência do mundo e de si, além de aprimorar a compreensão do que significa ser autista e assumir protagonismos. Convidamos as pesquisas da área a aprofundarem e ampliarem as contribuições.
Educación comparada: Tendencias teóricas y empíricas internacionales y nacionales
Authors: Chávez Mendoza César Amando
Published: June 2024

El texto que nos ocupa lleva por nombre “Educación comparada: Tendencias teóricas y empíricas internacionales y nacionales”, un nombre muy ilustrativo del propio documento y un aporte significativo a la discusión de este campo académico, la educación comparada, que nunca como ahora, en medio de la migración generalizada a sistemas de educación a distancia producto de la pandemia de Covid-19 y que según la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (UNESCO) ha dejado sin el derecho humano de la educación a una tercera parte de las niñas y los niños del mundo y que en México según la Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP) podría significar el abandono escolar de 628 mil niños y niñas de la educación básica.