bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Case study comparing Fiala-based thermophysiological model and PHS Index with experimental data to predict heat strain in normal and protective clothing
Authors: Kopeckova Barbora , Pokorny Jan , Lunerova Kamila , Fiser Jan , Jicha Miroslav
Published: February 2021

The use of protective clothing under extreme conditions leads to heat stress with undesired consequences on human physiology. As a prevention measure, thermal indices and thermophysiological models have been developed. Based on these models and indices, it is possible to estimate the time limits for staying under risky conditions, e.g., by the predicted rectal temperature whose value is one of the most important parameters used for assessing the heat stress. This article is focused on the comparison of rectal and mean skin temperature prediction realized by the Fiala-based thermophysiological model (FMTK) and Predicted heat strain (PHS) index with results from the real experiment for normal and protective clothing. Three types of ensembles were tested and simulated as follows: Klimatex underwear, air-permeable military NBC suit M2000 (FOP), and impermeable chemical protective clothing Tychem-F. The real experiments of thermal strain were performed with one male participant (80 kg, 1.75 m) walking on the treadmill located in the climate chamber. The temperature range for neutral and hot tests was set from 25 °C to 40 °C. The rectal temperature, skin temperatures, and heart rate were measured. The results showed that PHS index is well usable for normal clothing (Klimatex underwear) and air-permeable protective clothing (FOP) under various ambient temperatures, and it is able to give results similar to FMTK model and experiment, the mean absolute error MAE for rectal temperature prediction was for all ambient temperatures lower than 0.5 °C. FMTK model demonstrated good predictability for impermeable protective clothing Tychem-F, the maximum value of MAE 0.69 °C. Whereas PHS index showed several times larger error, the maximum value higher than 1.8 °C, in the prediction for this type of clothing. The performed simulations showed that the accuracy of the prediction by the PHS index is not so strongly dependent on the value of the overall clothing resistance, but it depends on the value of the moisture permeability index (permeable vs impermeable clothing) which is connected with the water vapor partial pressure under the clothing.
Pregnancy Outcome in First 50 Sars-Cov-2 Positive Patients At Our Center
Authors: Dey Madhusudan , Singh Sanjay , Tiwari Ravindu , Nair Vinod G , Arora Devendra , Tiwari Shyamji
Published: February 2021

OBJECTIVES: Suppressed immune system and physiological changes in pregnancy put pregnant women vulnerable to various viral diseases. Various studies have reported adverse pregnancy outcomes in SARS-CoV-2 infection. This study aimed to evaluate the maternal and fetal outcomes in SARS-CoV-2 affected pregnancies at our set up.
STUDY DESIGN: It was a prospective cohort study conducted at a tertiary care Army Hospital, India. The first 50 cases of SARS CoV-2 positive pregnant women and 144 suspected cases that were found SARS-CoV-2 negative, received and managed at separate set up, during a period extending from 01 April 2020 to 15 Sep 2020 were included in our study. Their obstetric and neonatal outcomes along with the demographic and other clinical data were compared.
RESULTS: Total RT-PCR positivity rate of SARS-CoV-2 infection in pregnant women was 2.7%. 96% of our patients were asymptomatic for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Premature rupture of membrane, preterm delivery, and NICU admission was similar in both groups. There were increased incidences (70%) of cesarean section in SARS-CoV-2 positive pregnant women.
CONCLUSION: The study reported comparable maternal and fetal outcomes in SARS-CoV 2 positive pregnant women when compared with SARS-CoV-2 negative pregnant women.
Peculiarities of Elite Basketball Players Training
Authors: Uspuriene Aiste Barbora , Ianavichius Zhigimantas
Published: February 2021

Research on elite basketball players is important to remain among the leaders, to predict their sports future, to adjust the course of training, a proper database is needed. Research aim – to analyze the literature and to reveal elite basketball players training peculiarities.
Impacts of service quality on future intentions of loan purchase under the mediating of borrowers’ bank image and moderating Fatwa and Sharia supervisory board reputation
Authors:   Department of Business Administration, College of Science and Humanities Studies, Prince Sattam Bin Abdul Aziz University, Al- Kharj, Saudi Arabia, Ali Mohamed Salih Yousif
Published: February 2021

The purpose of this study is to test the moderating role of fatwa and Sharia supervisory board unit reputation in the relationship between service quality dimensions and borrowers’ bank image. It will also assess the mediating role of borrowers’ bank image in the relationship between service quality dimensions and future purchase intentions of loans. Questionnaire surveys are used to collect data by convenience sampling from the loan borrowers in Saudi Arabian Islamic banks. Structural equation modeling was performed to analyze 370 usable responses. The study finds that service quality dimensions have varying effects on loans future purchase intentions, the borrowers’ bank image fully and partially mediates the relationship between service quality dimensions and loans future purchase intentions (LFPI), and the fatwa and Sharia supervisory board reputation moderating the influence of service quality responsiveness on borrowers’ bank image. Bank image and fatwa and Sharia supervisory board reputation influences on future purchase intention were assessed by personal loan borrowers, and future studies could be conducted on other bank loan borrowers (corporate) according to their difference in the goal of loaning. The bank managers should be aware of the fatwa board's reputation influences on borrowers’ bank image and loan future purchase intentions. This research adds to the existing body of reputation and image management literature in the Islamic banking context by comprehending how specified service quality dimensions can improve the borrowers’ bank image and increase loan purchase intentions. The study is the first attempt to discover empirical support to the role of fatwa and Sharia supervisory board reputation in increasing the bank’s image and loans future purchase intentions at Islamic banks.
Modeling Groundwater Potential Zones across Sulaimani Governorate Using Geographic Information System and Multi-influencing Factor Techniques
Authors: Rashid Haveen Muhammed
Published: February 2021

Groundwater is one of the most important natural resources in the world. The presence of groundwater is the result of interaction of several factors such as: hydrology, geology, climate, ecology, and physiography. The purpose of this paper is to produce groundwater potential zones which are useful in determining the amount of groundwater available in Sulaimani Governorate, North of Iraq. Geographic information system database for six different thematic layers (digital elevation model, rainfall, soil texture, drainage density, slope and land use/land cover) were generated. The study approach involved integration of six layers carried out based on the multiplication of each data raster values with specific weight using weighted overlay analysis method. Raster maps of all the layers assigned a fixed score and weight using multi-influencing factor technique. Based on the resulted map the study area has been divided into four zones that had very high potential zone (1%), high potential zone (14%), moderate zone potential (79%) and low potential zone (6%). About 50% of the high groundwater potential zone were located in Halabja, Rania, and Pshdar districts. Obtained results can be useful in localizing areas of exploration, preventing excessive exploitation of groundwater and planning for suitable sites of artificial groundwater.
Public Interest in Cosmetic Surgical and Minimally Invasive Plastic Procedures During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Infodemiology Study of Twitter Data
Authors: Liu Wenhui , Wei Zhiru , Cheng Xu , Pang Ran , Zhang Han , Li Guangshuai
Published: February 2021

Background

The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic has brought drastic changes to the field of plastic surgery. It is critical for stakeholders in this field to identify the changes in public interest in plastic procedures to be adequately prepared to meet the challenges of the pandemic.

Objective

The aim of this study is to examine tweets related to the public interest in plastic procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic and to help stakeholders in the field of plastic surgery adjust their practices and sustain their operations during the current difficult situation of the pandemic.

Methods

Using a web crawler, 73,963 publicly accessible tweets about the most common cosmetic surgical and minimally invasive plastic procedures were collected. The tweets were grouped into three phases, and the tweeting frequencies and Google Trends indices were examined. Tweeting frequency, sentiment, and word frequency analyses were performed with Python modules.

Results

Tweeting frequency increased by 24.0% in phase 2 and decreased by 9.1% in phase 3. Tweets about breast augmentation, liposuction, and abdominoplasty (“tummy tuck”) procedures consecutively increased over the three phases of the pandemic. Interest in Botox and chemical peel procedures revived first when the lockdown was lifted. The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a negative impact on public sentiment about plastic procedures. The word frequency pattern significantly changed after phase 1 and then remained relatively stable.

Conclusions

According to Twitter data, the public maintained their interest in plastic procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Stakeholders should consider refocusing on breast augmentation, liposuction, and abdominoplasty procedures during the current phase of the pandemic. In the case of a second wave of COVID-19, stakeholders should prepare for a temporary surge of Botox and chemical peel procedures.
Nigella sativa (Black Seed) as a Natural Remedy against Viruses
Authors: Basurra Rasha Saleh , Wang Seok Mui , Alhoot Mohammed Abdelfatah
Published: February 2021

The currently available antiviral agents are associated with serious adverse effects, coupled with the increasing rate of viral resistance to the existing antiviral drugs. Hence, the search for alternative natural remedies is gaining momentum across the globe. Nigella sativa Linnen, also called Black seed, is a medicinal plant that is gaining worldwide recognition and has been extensively investigated. The present work is aimed to review the existing literature on the antiviral efficacy of Nigella sativa extracts (oil & bioactive compounds). The findings reveal that numerous articles have been published on Nigella sativa and its beneficial effects against different kinds of diseases. However, the antiviral efficacy of Nigella sativa is yet to be given the proper research attention it deserves.
Microbiota and their Influence in the Human Body
Authors: Al-Judaibi Awatif Abid
Published: February 2021

Scientists have invested considerable resources in the study of the microbiota of the human body. These microorganisms play pivotal roles in immunity and disease. Of which, probiotics are live beneficial microorganisms that keep your intestinal or lung microbiota healthy, and occupy a special role in combating the infections. Thus, it is critical to understand their contributions to these processes. Technology can facilitate advanced studies of the microbiota, including how it develops and its positive and negatives effects on the immune system. This paper investigates how several factors (e.g. birth delivery mode, metabolic activities, types of microorganisms, and immune system interactions) affect the microbiota, particularly in early life. The paper also discusses how gastrointestinal microbes in particular may be associated with certain disease processes, such as those related to schizophrenia, autism, and diabetes. Clinical studies show that certain probiotic strains, like Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG and Bifidobacterium animalis ssp. lactis help to prevent infection of pathogenic organisms (both bacterial and viral). This research may yield crucial contributions to disease prevention and public health. The dysbiosis may result in changes in the acquired immunity later on. The probiotic strains can prevent viral replication during SARS-CoV-2 or COVID-19 infection by reducing proinflammatory cytokines. There has been much interest into the intestinal flora as proposed by the diversity, volume, and proposed role in disease. Future research in the field of microbiome should be done in order to uncover their association to gut virome by noting both their influence on each other and relevant health and disease.
Oral Administration of Gongronema latifolium Leaf Extract Modulates Gut Microflora and Blood Glucose of Induced Diabetic Rats
Authors: Chukwudozie Ikechukwu K. , Agbo Martina C. , Ugwu Kenneth O. , Ezeonu Ifeoma M.
Published: February 2021

Studies have suggested that modulation of gut microbiota is a viable therapeutic possibility for diabetes. This study evaluated the ability of an edible plant, Gongronema (G.) latifolium Benth (Asclepiadaceae), to modulate the gut microbiome and reduce blood glucose of alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Thirty (30) young, male, albino rats were divided into 6 groups of 5 rats each: Group 1 comprised normal rats; Groups 2 to 4, diabetic rats treated with 200, 400 and 800 mg/Kg body weight of hydro-alcoholic leaf extract, respectively; Group 5, diabetic rats treated with 0.2 mg/Kg glibenclamide (an anti-diabetic drug); and Group 6 comprised untreated diabetic rats. Following induction of diabetes with alloxan injections, the treatments were administered twice daily on a 12-hourly basis by orogastric intubation for 21 days. Thereafter, faecal samples were collected from the animals and subjected to metagenomic analysis, to ascertain the composition and relative abundance of the gut microbiota. There were five dominant bacterial phyla in the rat gut: Firmicutes, Bacteroidetes, Actinobacteria, Spirochaetea and Proteobacteria. Induction of diabetes resulted in observable dysbiosis in the rats. However, treatment of the diabetic rats with G. latifolium extract, ameliorated the state of dysbiosis and resulted in significant increase in species like Lactobacillus (L.) johnsonii, L. reuteri and Prevotella corpri, which are associated with improved glucose metabolism. The plant extract produced the best result at the dose of 400 mg/Kg. The results from this study show that G. latifolium may be used as a therapeutic option for restoration of the microbiome in diabetic patients.
Leadership core competencies for higher education facilities managers
Authors: Goodermote Christina
Published: February 2021

The higher education facilities manager has a broad spectrum of leadership responsibilities for maintaining the institutional campus, which includes the management of buildings and grounds maintenance as well as people and customer service management. Leadership core competencies for the higher education facilities manager can be just as varied as the job duties. Therefore, a literature review was conducted to determine the leadership core competencies for higher education facilities managers. A data analysis using a two-stage qualitative thematic coding of the available literature contributed to the development of eight leadership master core competencies, which are: Physical Asset Operational Knowledge, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategy/Vision Leadership, Human Resources Administration, Relationship Cultivation, Communicative Expertise, Governance Acumen and Decision Making/Conflict Resolution. Higher education facilities entities can utilize the set of eight competencies as parameters for hiring managers into the profession, for employee evaluation and development initiatives and for internal leadership succession planning.
A Survey of O&M Practices for High Performance Buildings in the Building Industry
Authors: Mukhopadhyay Jaya , Kalonde Gilbert , PE Loras O'Toole
Published: February 2021

Purpose —

The purpose of this paper is to document in part the study that was conducted for a research project ASHRAE RP-1650, which investigates the training requirements for sustainable high-performance building (HPB) operations and maintenance (O&M). This paper documents the intent, procedures and findings of a portion of the research project, which includes a survey of O&M practices for high performance buildings in the industry. The purpose of the survey as reported in this paper was to confirm and refine the level of understanding of KSCs for operating HPBs as perceived by O&M personnel in the industry. The details of the survey and the results are presented in this paper. The survey was sent out to facility managers in the industry who are involved with the O&M of HPB systems and equipment. 221 facility managers were surveyed in this study.

Design/methodology/approach —

This study utilizes a concurrent mixed-method research, which considers both qualitative and quantitative responses.

Findings —

The study found that while most technicians were ‘moderately well' to ‘very well' trained for the configuration and components as well as the installation, repair and replacement of different high performance equipment and systems, they lacked essential knowledge to address issues such as: controls; tracking of variables; programming and operation of modulation devices implemented in high-performance systems and equipment. This finding implied a lack of ‘Systems Thinking' approach, which the study found to be pertinent and essential for the O&M of HPB systems and equipment.

Originality/value —

The study is utilized to identify gaps between the training requirements for O&M of HPBs identified from the literature review of the research project and the current industry practices. The identified gaps are valuable to develop learning objectives for training programs that are aimed to train personnel responsible for the O&M of HPBs.
PROFISSIONAL DE ENFERMAGEM NO PLANEJAMENTO FAMILIAR NA ATENÇÃO BÁSICA: REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Costa Jessica Santos Passos , Castro Alice Vasconcelos , da Silva Carlos Magno Vitor
Published: February 2021

Este estudo teve como objetivo descrever assistência de enfermagem no planejamento familiar na atenção básica. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura do tipo qualitativo e descritivo, realizada nas bases de dados eletrônicas SciELO e Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde nos meses de fevereiro a maio de 2018, optou-se por trabalhos relevantes publicados no período de 2010 a 2017. A análise dos dados se deu com o enquadramento em categorias de análise em quadro teórico. Foram selecionados 9 artigos, a partir da interpretação dos achados foi construída uma categoria temática, sendo ela: Fragilidades na assistência ao planejamento familiar, como: necessidade de capacitação dos enfermeiros nas unidades, carência de espaços adequados para realização das orientações, ausência de ações específicas bem como execução de maneira isolada, falta de articulação com os demais serviços e atendimento prioritário ao público feminino. Embora tenham sido descritas fragilidades tanto na assistência quanto na qualidade do serviço ofertado, o profissional de enfermagem no contexto do planejamento familiar na atenção básica contribui positivamente para melhoria da qualidade de vida sexual do homem e da mulher, por meio da educação em saúde individual e coletiva, consulta de enfermagem, escuta qualificada, disponibilidade de métodos contraceptivos e inclusão do paciente na escolha do método.
CONHECIMENTO DOS HOMENS SOBRE O CÂNCER DE PRÓSTATA: A VIRILIDADE E O ESTIGMA DA DOENÇA
Authors: Morais Roberta Laíse Gomes Leite , Tosta Murilo Santana , Santos Jean , Oliveira Juliana da Silva
Published: February 2021

Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar o conhecimento dos homens usuários de serviços de saúde sobre prevenção do câncer de próstata. Estudo qualitativo, realizado com 25 homens, com idade acima dos 40 anos, em quatro Centros de Saúde e um serviço ambulatorial especializado em urologia. Os dados foram coletados por meio de uma entrevista semiestruturada e analisados conforme a técnica de análise de conteúdo, modalidade temática, emergindo duas categorias: o estigma do câncer e o conhecimento dos sintomas; a virilidade e o preconceito com o exame preventivo. Os resultados demonstraram que os entrevistados carregam em seu imaginário a visão estigmatizada do câncer de alta morbimortalidade, dor e sofrimento e que esta visão, traduzida pelo medo de adoecer, é a motivação para prevenir-se através da busca dos serviços de saúde. No que concerne às manifestações clínicas da doença, observou-se que a maioria dos entrevistados possui conhecimento daquelas mais comuns à fase inicial e desconhecem as manifestações da fase avançada. Por já conhecerem o exame do toque retal, muitos o recomendam, porém reconhecem que o preconceito associado à virilidade e ao machismo constitui-se como uma barreira à prevenção. Conclui-se que é fundamental a realização de atividades educativas que divulguem a importância do diagnóstico precoce do câncer de próstata, especialmente relacionado à desmistificação do exame de toque retal, objetivando a redução da morbimortalidade da doença.
INTERVENÇÃO EDUCATIVA EM SAÚDE A RESPEITO DO TÉTANO NEONATAL E COTO UMBILICAL
Authors: Pires do Amaral Sara Lorena , Prina Iago , Sales Alessandra Santos
Published: February 2021

O presente estudo classifica-se como qualitativo exploratório e descritivo na modalidade de relato de experiência, trazendo a importância da educação em saúde como forma de promover o conhecimento sobre higienização do coto umbilical. Neste contexto, objetivou-se relatar a experiência da ação educativa em saúde a respeito do tétano neonatal, assim como se propôs, a um olhar crítico-reflexivo sobre a probabilidade de uma diminuição nos números de óbitos neonatais, levando em consideração o conhecimento materno, as crenças e os valores de cada geração através de uma experiência em ação educativa em saúde. Foi realizada uma oficina na cidade de Jequié, com a presença de 20 mulheres no Salão Pastoral Catedral de Santo Antônio, que atende a população da cidade, como atividade programada do projeto de extensão intitulado “Programada Educativo de Saúde Coto Umbilical", vinculado à Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia (UESB), projeto que acolhe como voluntários graduandos do curso de Enfermagem da Faculdade de Tecnologia e Ciência (FTC). Durante a oficina falamos com uma linguagem clara, objetiva e dialética sobre qual seria a maneira correta de realizar a limpeza asséptica do coto umbilical, levando em consideração tudo que foi relatado pelas participantes, seus medos, percepções e métodos de limpeza do coto anteriormente citados por elas. Depois de uma breve introdução entregamos cartilhas educativas e folders ilustrativos para que fosse feita a exposição através do recurso audiovisual sobre qual tipo de limpeza do coto seria a correta favorecendo o processo de cicatrização, abrangendo ainda quais os tipos de banho e as formas de prevenção do TNN. Por fim, vale ressaltar que o recém-nascido e a puérpera necessitam não somenteos familiares, mas de toda a equipe dos profissionais de saúde uma atenção significativa de cuidado que os favoreça uma qualidade de vida ideal. Devendo para tanto, os profissionais envolvidos no cuidado ao recém-nascido, levarem em consideração os recursos utilizados na prática de cuidado ao coto que envolve as crendices, ritos e mitos, no sentido de atentarem para os riscos que as práticas populares podem causar à saúde e, a partir desse reconhecimento promover um cuidado essencial, ideal e necessário para o bebê.
PERCEPÇÃO DE PROFISSIONAIS ACERCA DO APOIO MATRICIAL EM SAÚDE MENTAL NA ESTRATÉGIA DE SAÚDE DA FAMÍLIA
Authors: Bromochenkel Cattiúscia Batista , Machado Juliana Costa , Simões Aline Vieira , Carvalho Patrícia Anjos Lima de
Published: February 2021

Este estudo objetivou conhecer a percepção dos profissionais de saúde das equipes de saúde da família sobre o Apoio Matricial em Saúde Mental e identificar as dificuldades e/ou facilidades encontradas por estes profissionais de saúde no atendimento às pessoas em sofrimento mental. Pesquisa de natureza qualitativa, realizada no município de Jequié-BA, envolvendo onze profissionais das Unidades de Saúde da Família. Como técnica de coleta de dados utilizou-se entrevista semiestruturada, para a análise dos dados a Técnica de Análise de Conteúdo modalidade temática proposta por Bardin. Como resultado desenvolveu-se duas categorias: o desvelar do apoio matricial em saúde mental na ESF e as dificuldades e/ou facilidades encontradas pelos profissionais de saúde da ESF no atendimento à saúde mental. A pesquisa apontou que o Apoio Matricial faz-se necessário para melhor estruturação do cuidado à saúde mental e superação das dificuldades apresentadas.
Characteristic Features and Comparative analysis of essential oil composition of selected species of Ocimum sanctum L. through GCMS
Authors: Sharma Prerna
Published: February 2021

Background: The main aim of this research is to provide a literature of
the Ocimum plant, to know the significance of the Ocimum species carried
out by pharmacognostical study and experimental design for GC-MS.Ocimum
are very important for their therapeutic potentials. among the most
important aromatic herbs for its enormous medicinal properties. Methods:
An extreme Attention has been put on those literature reports wherein
the utilization of Tulsi and their pharmacognostical study has been done
by performing morphological and microscopic leaf and experimental design
by using essential oil by GC-MS instrumentation method Results: The
utilization of these characteristics would be important for the drug
discovery scientist to develop a specific formulation of the crude drug,
which will be a magical therapeutic agent in the future, with the many
advantageous. GC-MS chromatogram of the Ocimum sanctum, Ocimum canum and
Ocimum gratissimum oil showed major peaks and has been identified after
comparison of the mass spectra with NIST library, indicating the
presence of three phytocomponents. From the results GC-MS study
suggested that anethole which is well reported antimicrobial compound is
more in O. canum (2.66%) in comparison to O. sanctum (1,28%) but
absent in O. Gratissimum. The results indicated that the antimicrobial
activity is more in O. canum due to presence high amount of anethole in
comparison to O.Gratissimum, and O. Sanctum. The GC-MS study suggested
that anethole which is well reported antimicrobial compound is more in
O. canum (2.66%) in comparison to O. sanctum (1,28%) but absent in O.
Gratissimum. Conculsion: The result showed that microscopic character of
O. canum, with the characteristic GC MS analysis of the extracts, to
identify different species of the ocimum plant. Ocimum sanctum L. and
further experiments are required for better exploitation of essential
oil for its commercial purposes.
Infective endocarditis nightmare: A bold solution for a devastating scenario
Authors: Oliveira Inês , Carvalho Daniel Seabra de , Neto Ana , Ferreira Nuno , Amorim Sandra , Torres Pinheiro , Azevedo João , Pinto Paula , Andrade Aurora
Published: February 2021

Infective endocarditis still has significant morbimortality, despite
diagnostic and therapeutic improvements. We describe a case of a
67-year-old man with recurrent prosthetic aortic valve infective
endocarditis complicated by massive local tissue damage, making valve
replacement unfeasible. Although rarely performed in this setting, heart
transplantation was a needed salvage strategy, highlighting the need to
make bold decisions for complex clinical scenarios.
Primary gastric squamous cell carcinoma with a bilio-gastric fistula and Krukenberg sydrome
Authors: Sabbah Meriem , Gharbi Ghada , Bellil Nawel , Helal Imen , Chamakhi Chiraz , Gargouri Dalila
Published: February 2021

Primary squamous cell carcinoma (PSCC) of the stomach is a rare type of
gastric malignancies. Diagnosis crireria are well defined but diagnosis
is generally late made at an advanced stage with metastases explaining
it’s poor diagnosis. We report a case of gastric PSCC with a
bilio-gastric fistula and Krukenberg sydrome.
The Effectiveness of Rectal Aspiration Biopsy in the Diagnosis of Hirschsprung's Disease
Authors: Bilir Cemal , oztan mustafa onur , diniz ayşe gülden , ozdemir tunc , sayan ali , koyluoglu gokhan
Published: February 2021

Purpose: In this prospective cross secitonal study, we aimed to
investigate the adequacy, sensivity and specifity of rectal aspiration
biopsy samples as the standart diagnosis of patients suspected HD for
the histopathological diagnosis Material and methods: The study was
performed between november 2016 and march 2018. We prospectively
included 24 patients aged between 0-3 years that suspicious with HD to
the study. After Rectosigmoid index (RSI) were calculated according to
the contrast enhanced colon graphy, Patients who RSI<1 were
performed rectal aspiration biopsy with the suspicious of HD. All
patients’ clinical features, treatment options, complications,
laboratory results and radiological findings were recorded for further
analyses. Biopsy specimens were evaluated by the specialist patholog and
findings were recorded. Results: There were no ganglion on the specimens
of rectal aspiration biopsy in 10(%41.6) patients and diagnosed as HD.
Ganglion cell was detected in 5(%20.8) patients and diagnosis of HD was
excluded. Inadequate or suspicious biopsy specimens for
histopathological evaluation was observed in 9(%37.5) patients. If the
biopsy volume was greater than 4 mm3, sensitivity was 80% and
specificity was 66.67% in diagnosis of HH (AUC = 0.789); If the
Submucosa / Mucosa ratio is greater than 0.75 or the submucosa is
greater than 0.42, the sensitivity and the specificity were 86.67% and
66.67%, respectively. Conclusion: In this prospective cross-sectional
study, we demonstrated that rectal aspiration biopsy in the diagnosis of
HD is easily feasible, safe, has higher sensitivity and specificity, and
lower complication rates.
Evaluating restoration trajectories using DNA metabarcoding of invertebrates and their associated plant communities
Authors: Heyde Mieke van der , Bunce Michael , Dixon Kingsley , Fernandes Kristen , Majer Jonathan , Wardell-Johnson Grant , White Nicole , Nevill Paul
Published: February 2021

Invertebrate communities provide many critical ecosystem functions (e.g.
pollination, decomposition, herbivory and soil formation), and have been
identified as indicators of ecological restoration. Unfortunately,
invertebrates are often overlooked in restoration monitoring because
they are time-consuming to survey, often require rare taxonomic
expertise, and there are many undescribed species. DNA metabarcoding is
a tool to rapidly survey invertebrates and can also provide information
about plants with which those invertebrates are interacting. Here we
evaluate how invertebrate communities may be used to determine ecosystem
trajectories during restoration. We collected ground-dwelling and
airborne invertebrates across chronosequences of mine-site restoration
in three ecologically different locations in Western Australia, and
identified invertebrate and plant communities using DNA metabarcoding.
Ground-dwelling invertebrates showed the clearest restoration signals,
with communities becoming more similar to reference communities over
time. These patterns were weaker in airborne invertebrates, which have
higher dispersal abilities and therefore less local fidelity to
environmental conditions. Invertebrate community recovery was most
evident in ecosystems with relatively stable climax communities, while
the trajectory in the Pilbara, with its harsh climate and unpredictable
monsoonal flooding, was unclear. Plant assay results indicate
invertebrates are foraging locally, providing data about interactions
between invertebrates and their environment. Thus, we show how DNA
metabarcoding of invertebrate communities can be used to evaluate likely
trajectories for restoration. Testing and incorporating new monitoring
techniques such as DNA metabarcoding is critical to improving
restoration outcomes, and is now particularly salient given the
ambitious global restoration targets associated with the UN decade on
Ecosystem Restoration.
Spatiotemporal evolution of ecosystem services in South China Karst and driving mechanism
Authors: ZHANG Shihao
Published: February 2021

To explore the above-mentioned problems, we analyzed the spatiotemporal
evolution of ES (WY, SC, NPP, nitrogen and phosphorus export, HQ, CS,
and Bio) in SCK, and combined policy (GFG), natural factors (MP, MT,
PET, and VC) and human activities (PD, NL, GDP, FL, Forest, Grass, BL
and UL) discussed the driving forces of ES changes in different
landscapes. The results showed that from 1982 to 2018, WY, nitrogen
Export, HQ, CS and Bio in SCK showed a decreasing trend, while SC and
NPP showed an increasing trend. WY had a large decrease in all ES, a
decrease of 13.23%; while NPP had a large increase, an increase of
19.16%. Comparing different landscape, the study found that SC, NPP,
nitrogen and phosphorus export, CS and Bio in non-karst were higher than
in karst, while HQ was the opposite. This study showed that natural
factors (MP, MT, PET and VC) are the main factors of affecting ES in
SCK, and found that the driving factors of ES indicators in different
landscapes (karst and non-karst) are not the same. The study emphasized
mountain enclosure for afforestation in karst suitable forests and
barren hills to restore ES; fast-growing and pioneer species with a
large amount of fine roots were planted in wasteland and rocky
desertification areas to increase soil conservation services in the
early ecosystems; through the policy of migration and employment, the
human disturbance to nature can be reduced and habitat quality and
biodiversity service can be improved.
Theoretical analysis of factors affecting the development of logistics centre
Authors:   Riga Technical University, Moroza Nadina , Jurgelane-Kaldava Inguna ,   Riga Technical University
Published: February 2021

Profitable logistics complex system is an important factor for stable growth in economics of the state. Efficient management is the key to success, especially in logistic sector. To achieve great success in logistics it is decisive to understand and analyse all factors which influence on development of current sector. The aim of the present study was to review scientific literature about the factors affecting development of logistics centre. Furthermore, the sustainability construction qualitative analysis method was employed as basis to conduct the research. Based on the literature, authors defined different factors influencing on the development of logistics centre and conducted groups of factors. Using qualitative analysis, the author developed main factors and elaborated definitions for each factor to provide information about included sub-factors. Service level was indicated as one of the important categories. It shows level of clients’ satisfaction with service given by the logistic centres. Finally, all factors were ranged by importance, to show gradation and influence on development.
Economic effect of short-term period tax benefits in mountainous parts of Georgia
Authors:   Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, Tchanidze Ketevan , Tsiklashvili Natela ,   Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University, Surmanidze Zeinab ,   Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University
Published: February 2021

Migration processes of high mountains and population growth of cities have led to depopulation in mountainous regions, rising unemployment in the city and a had a decrease in agricultural products, ultimately provoke external migration processes. These problems are typical not only for Georgia but also for the postSoviet countries and are relevant in the global context. The purpose of the study was to identify and analyse the effects of the short-term tax privileges for the mountainous regions of Georgia. The paper is dedicated to research and quantitative analysis of the impact of tax and social benefits on improving demographic conditions and regulating internal migration processes, both in the short and long-term perspective. The research methodology was based on the statistical processing of the survey results. For quantitative research, we used a structured questionnaire, which was developed by face-to-face interviews. Approximately 500 respondents were interviewed in 79 villages of 11 communities of Khulo, the Adjara Autonomous Republic, Georgia. The study revealed that by regulating tax and social benefits, it is possible to partially manage the internal migration processes of the mountainous region in the short run, while in the long run, a complex approach to the issue is important. In the mountainous parts, tax, social and other benefits will have a positive economic effect in the short term. Increasing the amount of income for individuals and legal entities is one way to stimulate the rural economy.
PENDEKATAN ANTROPOLOGI DALAM STUDI ISLAM
Authors: Potabuga Yodi Fitradi
Published: February 2021

Artikel ini membahas tentang pendekatan antropologi dalam studi islam untuk mengkaji hubungan agama dengan pranata sosial masyarakat. Dasar dari penulisan ini adalah menjelaskan peran pendekatan antropologi dalam mengkaji dan menganalisis fenomena gejala perilaku manusia dalam masyarakat agama islam. Artikel ini merupakan tulisan yang berbasis literatur dengan menghimpun informasi yang dinilai relevan dengan topik dan masalah yag menjadi objek kajian. Hasil dari analisis menjelaskan bahwa melalui pendekatan antropologi  dapat diketahui aspek berupa doktrin-doktrin dan fenomenaa-fenomena keagamaan yang tidak terlepas dari jaringan institusi atau kelembagaan sosial kemasyarakatan yang mendukung keberadaan sebuah praktik kebudayaan maupun budaya keagamaan.
INFLUENCE KNOWLEDGE LEVEL FUNDAMENTAL ANALYSIS AND TECHNICAL ANALYSIS ON CONTINUITY OF INVESTING IN SHARIA STOCKS IN SHARIA INVESTMENT GALLERY INDONESIA STOCK EXCHANGE STATE INSTITUTE OF ISLAMIC RELIGION KERINCI
Authors: Suar Abi Suar Alizar , Meirison Meirison Meirison
Published: February 2021

Once the prospection of sharia trading in the capital market must be supported with a level of knowledge in analyzing the stocks that will be traded. Therefore there is an in-depth knowledge of the analysis of sharia stocks before making transactions on the sharia capital market and needed a deepening of understanding on fundamental and technical analysis to achieve optimal profit in the purchase or sale of Sharia stocks. This research aims to determine the influence of the knowledge level of fundamental analysis in the Continuity of investing in sharia stocks. Influence the level of technical analysis in the continuation of Continuity to invest in sharia stocks and the effect of the knowledge level of fundamental and technical analysis simultaneously on the Continuity of investing in sharia stocks. The research method used in this research is to use a quantitative approach. The result of the study was on a partial (independent) fundamental analysis level (X1) test for the variable Continuity of investing (Y). The influence of Knowledge level technical analysis (X2) partially against the Continuity of investing (Y), both get the result of a  tcount  <  Ttable, OR a significant > 0.05. Zero hypotheses (H0) received, and an alternate hypothesis (HA) is rejected, which means variable X does Not affect the variable Y. Similar results are also obtained From simultaneous calculations (together).
THE INFLUENCE OF THE INTERPRETATION OF QUR AN AN-NAHL VERSE 91 AND HISTORY OF PROPHET LEADERSHIP RELATED TO THE TRUST OF LEADERS WITH MEN AND WOMEN IN PERSPECTIVE CHOOSING ELECTIONS IN THE TANJUNG DISTRICT EAST JAVA
Authors: Niamulloh Muhammad , Muhid Abdul
Published: February 2021

Islamic religion with the most adherents in Indonesia. As a religion, Islam always answers and suits the needs of the times. How Islam is a religion that regulates the whole concept of humanity in goodness. In a more privacy-based scope of benefit, namely the election of leaders, is also governed by Islam. In the concept of leadership, Islam also explains in the Qur'an and the Hadith by narrating the history of the prophets when leading their people, or other figures such as the king of Zulkwarna or others. It should be underlined, it can be seen that implicitly, Islam appoints men to lead, this is a tradition later on and until now. This is the question, how does Islam appoint men to be leaders? Is it because of trust. In this discourse, the writer deliberately seeks to know whether this tradition is realized by the community, or only sees from another paradigm. This background is applied through research in TanjungJabung Timur, Jambi Province. In order to measure how much the enthusiasm of this tradition is applied or abandoned by the community.
Inteligencia artificial como herramienta de análisis en gestión value
Authors: Gomez Martínez Raúl , Prado Román Camilo , Saz Peñas Luis Javier
Published: February 2021

Although it is assumed that the securities with lower ratios are cheaper and should perform better than the market, "value investment" has not being able to beat the market. In this study, we try to identify if artificial intelligence can be a useful tool in "value investment" and can identify which securities or portfolios are going to beat the market. For this purpose, different trainings have been carried out on an artificial intelligence model that uses ratios as predictors, while the target variable takes the values "beat /don't beat" the market. The results obtained for the Spanish and American market show that the predictive capacity of the model exceeds 60% and that a portfolio designed by an expert system based on artificial intelligence is able of beating Ibex 35. Therefore, artificial intelligence is a useful tool for managing assets with a value profile, either as a tool to aid the analyst's research or as the engine of an expert system that designs portfolios with the aim of beating the market.
Cálculo de los niveles del stock disponible al inicio del ciclo mediante un formalismo fuzzy
Authors: Guijarro Ester , Canós Darós María José , Babiloni Eugenia , Canós Darós Lourdes
Published: February 2021

Accurate inventory management is essential for the proper functioning of companies. Following a continuous review inventory policy under lost sales assumption, this paper proposes the estimation of on-hand stock levels at order delivery using fuzzy techniques that seek to obtain a reduction in computational costs and include demand uncertainty in the model. To this end, after describing the theoretical formalization, we design an experiment that shows the applicability and potentially of the proposed fuzzy method.
Laparoscopic management of ovarian parasitic myoma: a case report
Authors: Gölbaş Ceren , Gölbaş Hakan , Bayraktar Burak , Biler Alper
Published: February 2021

Background:

Ovarian leiomyoma is very rare and constitutes 0.5%-1% of ovarian benign masses. Although most adnexal masses are benign, primary purpose of the assessment is to eliminate any malignancies. The most important issue in the evaluation of ovarian masses is to differentiate between malignant and benign masses. Laparoscopy is an important diagnostic and minimally invasive method for these purposes.

Case Presentation:

In this paper, we present a case report on laparoscopic evaluation of a patient who was diagnosed with right ovarian spontaneous parasitic myoma and who did not have a history of uterine surgery.

Conclusion:

Uterine ovarian myoma is extremely rare and can be confused with malignant ovarian masses. Laparoscopy option should be considered as the primary approach in the management of masses with suspicious location and appearance and in the differentiation of benign and malignant.
Shale gas leakage in lower Ecca shales during contact metamorphism by dolerite sill intrusions in the Karoo Basin, South Africa
Authors: Nengovhela V. , Linol B. , Bezuidenhout L. , Dhansay T. , Muedi T , de Wit M.
Published: February 2021

Contact metamorphism along widespread dolerite sills and dykes, emplaced at 182 to 183 Ma through the sedimentary host rocks of the Karoo Basin, triggered devolatilization of carbon-rich shales of the Lower Ecca Group. Hornfel samples collected from drill cores that intersect dolerite sills were analyzed for mineral phase equilibria, chemistry and porosity to characterize thermal aureoles at various distances from sill intrusions. Andalusite-chiastolite and cordierite porphyroblasts with biotite and muscovite occur within 10 to 20 m of many intrusive contacts. These metamorphic minerals crystallized when host shales attained maximum temperatures ranging between 450 and 600°C. Scanning electron microscopy imaging confirms that the hornfels are compact and that their metamorphic minerals limit porosity along grain boundaries. In few cases intra-mineral porosity occurs within individual crystals such as calcite, andalusite and cordierite. Disequilibrium metamorphic textures such as irregular grain boundaries, and inclusions in andalusite and cordierite reveal that the elevated temperatures were too short-lived to accomplish complete (re)crystallization. Thermal modeling results are consistent with the observed metamorphic mineral assemblages. Gas leakage calculations along a 7 m and a 47 m thick dolerite sill that intrude toward the top of the Whitehill Formation suggest that methane volumes ranging between 8 to 15 Tcf were generated during the sill emplacement. Methane was likely released into the atmosphere through hydrothermal vent complexes that are well preserved in the western Karoo Basin. If such loss was widespread across the entire basin, the implications for paleo-climate change and preserved shale gas reserves in the Karoo Basin of South Africa would be significant.
Fragmentation and Audience Activity on Video-on-Demand Platform: Netflix and the ‘Binge-watching’
Authors: Reisa Steffiani , Irwansyah Irwansyah
Published: February 2021

One of digital transformation of television systems is an interactive service called video-on-demand (VOD). VOD provides full control to its users, by allowing viewers to enjoy, choose, store, and even download the desired audio-visual content anytime and through any electronic communication device. The presence of Netflix and other VOD service providers is transforming people's behavior patterns in watching television. People are beginning to switch to watching audiovisual content and episodes the same televisions or programs known as binge-watching through online streaming. This study focused on the concept of audiences’ activities based on Levy and Windahl’s typology model. The study also explored the motivation that was a part of uses and gratification theory. This new audience habit and motivation were explored by qualitative approach. The interview was conducted to the Netflix subscribers in Jakarta to discover the behavior activities and motivation of binge-watching. The thematic analysis was applied to analyze the process of fragmentation and audience activity that occurs in a very active new media society.