bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The influence of flow admixtures to the electromagnetic flow meter accuracy
Authors: Račkienė R. , Virbalis J.A.
Published: February 2024

The measurement error appears in an electromagnetic flow meter when the flow has admixtures with magnetic and/or electric properties different from the fluid. The particle shape approximates the ellipsoid. The reasons of error appeared inside and outside of the particles in the active zone of the flow meter with any canal form and turbulent flow investigated. The investigation is performed by analogy among electrostatic, magnetic, and electric current fields. Expressions for error depending on volume concentration, permeability, electric conductivity of particles, and different ellipsoid axes lengths are presented. The expressions of the error are obtained assuming that particles are oriented in various directions concerning the flow direction. Magnetic particles with the considerable value of electric conductivity are dangerous in particular. The extra measurement error depends on particle shape in this case especially. The measurement error increases if the particle shape differs from the sphere. The complementary measurement error can exceed some hundred times the volume concentration of particles if the ratio between the longest and shortest axes of the ellipsoid exceeds 10. The error is proportional to the second power of admixtures volume concentration when particles are nonmagnetic. When admixtures are nonmagnetic and nonconductive, the measurement error does not depend on the particle’s shape.
Designing and Synthesis of an Anti-Candida parapsilosis Thymoquinone Lipid Formulation
Authors: Ghiaee Shamloo Ardalan , Yadegari Mohammad Hossein , Roudbar Mohammadi Shahla , Jaafari Mahmoodreza , Zarrinfar Hossein
Published: February 2024

Background: Candida parapsilosis complex, as an opportunistic pathogen, can cause various infections, especially in immunocompromised patients. Objectives: This study investigated a novel thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle to increase the stability of thymoquinone with antifungal effects against C. parapsilosis isolates. Methods: The thymoquinone was encapsulated in liposomal nanoparticles using a thin-film hydration technique and then analyzed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), particle size, zeta potential, and UV-visible spectrophotometer. Also, the MTT (3-[4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl]-2,5 diphenyl tetrazolium bromide) assay was used on peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) for cell metabolic activity. The antifungal activity of thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle against 15 clinical isolates of C. parapsilosis and the reference strain was examined based on the M27-A3 guideline. Results: The synthesized thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle was approved by the TEM, particle size, zeta potential, and UV-Vis. The thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle showed no toxic effect on PBMCs following the MTT assay. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) range of free thymoquinone and liposomal formulations with inhibitory effects on Candida isolates was 50 to 6.25 and 150 to 18.75 µg/mL, respectively. The MIC50 and MIC90 values of free thymoquinone and thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle were 25 and 50, and 75 and 150 µg/mL. Conclusions: The synthesized thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle shows significant antifungal activity against C. parapsilosis isolates compared to free thymoquinone. However, because of its hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity, biocompatibility, particle size, non-toxic effect, and higher cell viability, the thymoquinone-liposomal nanoparticle is a more effective approach for treating fungal infections.
Sepsis and Necrotizing Fasciitis Caused by Vibrio vulnificus in an Old Woman with Cerebral Infarction
Authors: Qiao Weizhen , Chang Chunyan , Liang Chenglong , Wu Dingye , Zhang Xiuhong
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Vibrio vulnificus is a pathogen that usually induces serious infections and even life-threatening diseases. It might delay the diagnosis and targeted treatment of V. vulnificus infection due to early atypical symptoms and low incidence. Case Presentation: A 73-year-old woman with cerebral infarction developed necrotizing fasciitis with septic infection after admission. The patient developed rapidly progressive symptoms of the right lower limb, nausea and vomiting, hypotension, and liver and kidney function insufficiency on day 10 of hospitalization. Laboratory tests showed a significant increase in infection indicators, and blood cultures showed V. vulnificus growth. Early anti-infective drugs showed a gradual decline in the infection indexes but an aggravation trend in the right lower extremity lesions. The antibiotic regimen was adjusted to cephalosporin combined with quinolones, and local incision decompression and drainage were performed. The patient's infection was controlled, and the local lesion shrank. Conclusions: This case report suggests the importance of referring to the results of drug sensitivity and choosing proper antibiotics in consideration of various factors, such as the infected site of the patient and pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) characteristics of antibiotics for V. vulnificus infection. Meanwhile, the timing of surgical intervention is also crucial for the necrotizing fasciitis caused by V. vulnificus.
Castor Oil: A Natural Remedy with Promising Potential for Parkinson's Disease Prevention
Authors: Yousefsani Bahareh Sadat , Ghobadi Ali , Dadmehr Majid , Shirani Kobra
Published: February 2024

Background: Ricinus communis L, commonly known as the castor oil plant, is a valuable traditional medicine that has been used for thousands of years around the world. The plant contains a diverse range of phytochemicals with various medicinal properties, including anti-oxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, central analgesic, anti-diabetic, anti-microbial, anti-viral, and wound healing activities. Its many beneficial compounds make it a valuable natural remedy for numerous health conditions. Objectives: The present study investigated the preventive effect of castor oil on malathion-induced Parkinson's disease (PD)-like behaviors in rats. Methods: Rats were divided into 8 groups: Control (normal saline), malathion (100 mg/kg/day, intraperitoneal injection (IP)), castor oil (0.05, 0.1, or 0.5 mL/kg/day, orally) plus malathion, levodopa (10 mg/kg/day, IP) plus malathion, castor oil (0.5 mg/kg/day, orally), and polyethylene glycol (PEG) (vehicle of levodopa) groups. All treatments were administered for 28 days, after which neurobehavioral tests such as open field, rotarod, and catalepsy were performed. The activity of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) in serum and the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), glutathione (GSH), tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα), and interleukin (IL)-6 in the striatum were measured at the end of the treatment period to assess the potential effects of castor oil. Results: The finding of this study indicated that malathion-induced neurobehavioral toxicity was together with the increase of MDA, TNFα, and IL-6 levels, a decrease of GSH, and AChE activity that was reversed by treatment with castor oil. Conclusions: Overall, these results suggest that castor oil may have potential therapeutic effects for PD by improving antioxidant status and reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, which are both factors that can contribute to the toxicity of pesticides like malathion. However, more research is needed to fully understand the potential protective effects of castor oil in this context.
Зламані душі нового століття : посттравматичний синдром, психологічна безнадія, опрацювання трагічних подій в житті молоді в сучасній українській та чеській прозі
Authors: Kuznietsova Krystyna
Published: February 2024

Для цього дослідження ми обираємо найновіший роман українського письменника Артема Чеха "Хто ти такий?", а також роман чеської письменниці Луції Фаулерової "Дівчина-смерть". Мета нашого дослідження - окреслити світ молоді в новітній літературі та з’ясувати, яким чином молоді автори підходять до такого опису. Покоління Y в сучасній літературі безсумнівно зображено вразливим, адже дорослішання в 90-х роках не могло не залишити свій слід. Спричинено це рядом проблем - суспільних, економічних, сімейних, де часто був відсутній взірець попереднього покоління. Обидва згадані романи зосереджені на боротьбі молодої людини зі своїми внутрішніми демонами, дещо відмінними, але такими, що суттєво впливають на їхнє життя.
Aliya İzzetbegoviç’te Din ve Milliyetçilik: Pan-İslamizmden İslami Milliyetçiliğe
Authors: KAÇER Murat
Published: February 2024

Bu çalışma, din ve milliyetçilik bağlamında Aliya İzzetbegoviç’in din ve milliyetçilik anlayışının gelişimini ve dönüşümünü ele almaktadır. Çalışmanın amacı, Aliya İzzetbegoviç’in dine nasıl baktığı, milliyetçilik ile ilgili görüşlerinin neler olduğu, süreç içerisinde İzzetbegoviç’in düşüncelerinin nasıl bir değişime uğradığını ortaya koymaktır. Ayrıca İslamiyet’in Boşnak millî kimliğinin şekillenmesindeki önemine de değinilmektedir. Bu amaçla İzzetbegoviç’in çeşitli eserleri incelenmiş, din ve milliyetçiliğe dair görüşleri betimsel analiz tekniği ile değerlendirilmiştir. Ayrıca Aliya İzzetbegoviç ve Boşnak millî kimliğini ele alan başka yazarlara ait çalışmalardan da bu kapsamda faydalanılmıştır. Bu çalışmanın temel tezi, Aliya İzzetbegoviç’in din ve milliyetçilik ile ilgili görüşlerinin farklı zaman ve zeminlerde kendi içinde tutarlı bir şekilde Pan-İslamist, Pan-Yugoslavist ve İslamcı Milliyetçilik olmak üzere üç ayrı döneme ayrılabileceğidir. Aliya İzzetbegoviç’in din ve milliyetçilik anlayışını belli bir tarihsel çizgide ve merhaleler şeklinde analitik olarak ele almak, hem kendisinin fikirlerini daha iyi anlamamıza katkı sağlayacak hem de Türkiye’deki milliyetçilik türlerine ve milliyetçilik anlayışlarının gelişme seyrine de ışık tutacaktır.
Неолиберализмът на Фридрих фон Хайек като опит за разобличаване на колективизма и централизираната икономика
Authors: Alexandrov Nikolay
Published: February 2024

The article is dedicated to the socio-philosophical legacy of Friedrich von Hayek, one of the founders of neoliberalism and a representative of the Austrian School of Economics. In this regard, this text is an attempt to rethink Hayek's work in three main aspects: as an initiator of the return of liberalism to its ideological foundations from the Enlightenment, as an ideologue of neoliberalism and as a consistent critic of Keynesian capitalism and socialism. Here are some weaknesses in his teaching, both in terms of capitalism and in terms of social liberalism and socialism.
Mental Health Analysis Using Philosophical Tenets
Authors: Charley Edmond
Published: February 2024

Philosophical beliefs or principles can help healthcare providers establish effective approaches to mental health analysis. This article aims to demonstrate how modern philosophical tenets could improve mental health analysis from diagnosis to treatment. It describes the role and importance of philosophical approaches, including the Gadamer philosophical hermeneutics, in providing alternative approaches to mental illness treatments as an interdisciplinary field combining practical views and methods of the philosophies of mind, neuroscience, psychology, and moral philosophy. This is achieved by exploring the evolution of mental illnesses, the philosophical views on the manifestation of psychiatric disorders, scientific and philosophical viewpoints, and insights on applying Gadamer’s philosophical hermeneutics to mental illnesses. Gadamer’s viewpoints present essential philosophical foundations that could solve the crucial problems associated with the antecedent theories of mental illnesses. Overall, the philosophical viewpoint requires patient diagnosis and treatment approaches that holistically consider the use of language in all interpretive practices, cultural phenomena, patients' histories, and environmental factors that are critical sources of hermeneutic experiences.
Боговете в нас: отношението на съзнанието към тялото
Authors: Nikitin Vladimir
Published: February 2024

The article is about the analysis of the results of the empirical research in which effect of images on mind’s condition of the recipients is in the focus. All of them are the participants of the prolonged study course of arts-therapeutical and transpersonal methods in the field of adjustment of stress conditions. In the article the indicators of encephalograms, which are fixed in the trans condition, and the content of the projective pictures are considered in respect to idiographiс issue. The interpretation of their meanings makes it possible to speak about integration of consciousness and body. The target of the research is that psychological and physical issues present the holistic field of a person that cannot be limited with the frame of assessment of psycho-somatic characteristics. In conclusion, to define relationship of consciousness to body in a right way is necessary to examine both objective and metaphysical forms of individual’s manifestations.
Съзнание, предмет, значение. Външният корелат на съзнанието и въпросът за значението
Authors: Dimitrov Stefan
Published: February 2024

This paper is focused on an ontological account of three concepts in their constitutive interrelation: consciousness, object and signification. I would like in this way to set and answer to some extent to the question “What is the object?” The article doesn’t have a historic-philosophical character but in the same time it is often referring to exemplary conceptual statements.
UTILIZAÇÃO DA METODOLOGIA CANVAS NA TOMADA DE DECISÃO NUMA ESCOLA: UM ESTUDO DE CASO
Authors: Ramalho Neto Adaci Estevam , Medeiros Emilly de Sousa
Published: February 2024

Nos últimos anos, as transformações sociais, econômicas e tecnológicas têm moldado o cenário global, afetando diretamente a forma como vivemos, agimos e pensamos. Essas mudanças também têm impactado profundamente o mundo empresarial, levando as organizações a se reinventarem para se manterem competitivas em um ambiente cada vez mais dinâmico e digital. Em meio a essa realidade de constante evolução, os sistemas de informação gerencial (SIG) surgem como ferramentas essenciais para orientar e potencializar a gestão das empresas. Em "Transformação Empresarial: O Papel dos Sistemas de Informação Gerencial", exploramos a jornada desses sistemas desde suas origens manuais até sua informatização e integração aos processos de negócio modernos. A obra examina de perto a interseção entre a gestão empresarial e os sistemas de informação, questionando de que forma os SIGs podem contribuir efetivamente para o sucesso e o desenvolvimento das organizações. Por meio de uma abordagem qualitativa e uma entrevista com uma supervisora experiente, são analisadas as nuances e os benefícios tangíveis dos SIGs para a gestão estratégica e operacional. Ao longo do texto, destacamos a importância crucial da gestão empresarial na adaptação e no crescimento das empresas em um contexto globalizado e altamente competitivo. Além disso, exploramos o papel dos softwares como peças fundamentais na transformação de dados em informações valiosas para a tomada de decisão ágil e eficaz. "Transformação Empresarial" não apenas oferece insights sobre a evolução dos sistemas de informação gerencial, mas também promove uma reflexão profunda sobre o futuro da gestão empresarial em um mundo cada vez mais digitalizado e interconectado. Esta obra é um convite para gestores, acadêmicos e profissionais interessados em compreender melhor o papel dos sistemas de informação gerencial na jornada de transformação das empresas modernas. É uma leitura essencial para aqueles que buscam se manter atualizados e proativos em um ambiente empresarial em constante mudança.
Signorini's problem for the Bresse beam model with localized Kelvin-Voigt dissipation
Authors: Munoz Rivera Jaime E. , Baldez Carlos A. da Costa , Cordeiro Sebastiao M. S.
Published: February 2024

We prove the existence of a global solution to Signorini's problem for the localized viscoelastic Bresse beam model (circular arc) with continuous and discontinuous constitutive laws. We show that when the constitutive law is continuous, the solution decays exponentially to zero, and when the constitutive law is discontinuous the solution decays only polynomially to zero. The method we use for proving our result is different the others already used in Signorini's problem and is based on approximations through a hybrid model. Also, we present some numerical results using discrete approximations in time and space, based on the finite element method on the spatial variable and the implicit Newmark method to the discretized the temporal variable.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2024/17/abstr.html
Wydatki na alkohol w gospodarstwach domowych
Authors: Roeske-Słomka Iwona
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the study is to find out, if a social-economic household group and the number of persons in a household have an effect to diversify the alcohol expenses participation in total expenses. The Polish CSO data coming from household budget surveys (1993–2009) were basis of the analysis. The lowest alcohol expenses participation in total expenses was observed in pensioner and, on the second position, in workman households. Relatively, the highest participation was noted in farmers’ and, on the second position, in self-employed’ households. The higher is the number of persons in a household the lower alcohol expenditure share in total household expenditures. The used analysis of variance made possible to state that household’s socio-economic group as well as the household size have an significant statistical effect on alcohol expenditure share in the total expenses of a household.
Juridical Review of Duties and Functions of Bhabinkamtibmas In Maintaining Security and Order in Sempu Village, Blora Regency
Authors: Suwoko Suwoko , Pranoto Edi
Published: February 2024

Indonesia is a constitutional state with laws governing all aspects of social life, including the Indonesian National Police (Polri), which is responsible for maintaining public order and security, law enforcement, protection, and service to the community. To enhance community policing, Polri adopted the concept of "Polmas" in 2005. A study was conducted in Sempu Village, Kunduran District, Blora Regency, to examine the obstacles and efforts in maintaining security and order by the Bhabinkamtibmas unit. Bhabinkamtibmas carries out duties and functions, such as Sambang and appeal activities, and visits to the community. The study found that the Bhabinkamtibmas unit faces obstacles such as low human resources and dual duties. To overcome these obstacles, structured approaches to the community were taken, including inviting the community to chat and attend counseling activities, leading to better communication and gathering of information from the community
Характеристика и использование синтезированного антимикробного пептида в составе биоразлагаемой пищевой пленки
Authors:   Ural State Agrarian University, Ulitina Elizaveta A. , Tikhonov Sergey L. ,   Ural State Agrarian University, Tikhonova Natalya V. ,   Ural State Agrarian University
Published: February 2024

One direction in the development of food packaging involves the use of biodegradable safe materials along with antimicrobial agents. Among the promising prescribed ingredients for biodegradable films are biopeptides with antimicrobial properties. The research goal was to develop a biodegradable food film using a synthesized antimicrobial peptide. The objects of the study were the peptide, test strains of C. albicans, Escherichia coli, and Bacillus subtilis. The confirmation of the purity and primary structure of the peptide was conducted using mass spectrometry. The antimicrobial activity of the peptide was studied using the disc diffusion method on both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The degree of film biodegradation was determined after 1, 3, and 6 months by exposing it to microorganisms. The peptide ACSAG was synthesized, and its quantitative and qualitative composition of amino acids, sequence, and molecular mass corresponded to a known antimicrobial peptide. It was estab­lished that the synthesized peptide possesses antimicrobial activity against E. coli ATCC 25922 and B. subtilis. A composition for the biodegradable film was developed, incorporating agar-agar, glycerin, antimicrobial peptide, and distilled water. It was demonstrated that the addition of the peptide to the film composition reduces its biodegradability.
FLUCTUATING ASYMMETRY OF LEAVES OF MOUNTAIN ASH (SORBUS AUCUPARIA L.) AS A BIOINDICATOR OF AEROTECHNOGENIC POLLUTION OF THE CITY OF ORENBURG
Authors:   Orenburg State University, Fedorova Darya G. , Ukenov Bulat S. ,   Orenburg State University
Published: February 2024

An assessment of environmental pollution in the city of Orenburg was conducted using the fluctuating asymmetry method. The common mountain ash was chosen as an environ­mental indicator. Leaf collection took place at seven points in the city with varying anthropo­genic loads. The research aimed to determine the impact of aerotechnogenic pollution on the magnitude of the fluctuating asymmetry of the leaf blade of the populations of mountain ash within the city of Orenburg. The study revealed that the leaf blades of mountain ash in urban conditions are affected by anthropogenic factors, experiencing air pollution and accumulating harmful substances. The fluctuating asymmetry method can be used as an indicator of plant development instability in urban ecosystems. Elevated environmental stress, based on the integral indicator of fluctuating asymmetry, was noted at all points except the Ural River Embankment. In this area, the growing conditions for plants were characterized as satisfacto­ry. Through pairwise correlation analysis of the examined characteristics, the closest connec­tions were found between two pairs: the width of the leaf half — the distance between the ba­ses of the first and second order veins; the distance from the base of the leaf plate to the end of the second-order vein — the angle between the main vein and the second from the base of the leaf.
Hospital-to-Hospital Transfer Delays in Hyperacute Stroke: Known Causes and Gaps in Knowledge
Authors: Patterson Jennifer
Published: February 2024

Background Transfer challenges from primary stroke centers and acute stroke ready hospitals (PSC/ASRH) to a higher level of care are excessive. This narrative review examines the published literature for factors within and external to PSC/ASRH emergency departments that contribute to delays in the transfer of large vessel occlusion (LVO) patients to a higher level of care for thrombectomy.Methods A review of the literature was conducted incorporating findings from January 1996 to April 2020. Reference software was utilized to organize and track references. Retrieved papers were screened first by abstract to eliminate non-pertinent studies; papers selected for full review were then fully examined for relevance, and those retained were subsequently divided into thematic groups based on content. Results Guideline standardization of intrahospital practices and associated performance metrics, along with prehospital provider education and training have contributed to improved acute stroke service efficiency. Factors associated with transfer delays have not been identified nor quantified, yet delays contribute to significantly worse patient outcomes. Calls for bypass of lower levels of care with direct transport to CSC are fueled primarily by assumptions of poor PSC/ASRH internal performance. Conclusions Although transport delay times have been quantified as excessive, the reasons for delays are not fully understood. Additional research is warranted to fully understand why delays occur
Neuroimaging Case review
Authors: Fill Bryan
Published: February 2024

Neuroimaging Case Review
Doing science in times of climate breakdown
Authors: Reitsma Renate , Rijcke Sarah de
Published: February 2024

European and global science policy have been restructured around ‘global challenges’ and ‘research excellence’ to commit to societal impact. Our current global challenges, including climate change, destruction of nature, and increasing global inequality, require critical interrogation of the contributions and consequences of science.
A monitoring and evaluation framework for responsibility in R&I
Authors: Meijer Ingeborg
Published: February 2024

The learnings have been presented and published in different shapes and forms, book chapters, working papers, reports, many deliverables, publications, and presentations. Here we present the breadth and depth of the work by linking it to the SUPER MoRRI blogpost series and turning them into an overarching story in two episodes.
Five key facts to consider when studying science on Wikipedia
Authors: Arroyo-Machado Wenceslao , Costas Rodrigo
Published: February 2024

Since its very beginnings, Wikipedia has been the target of criticism. The first (and negative) comparisons of its contents with those of other encyclopaedias are long gone, although the perception from academia was more optimistic. However, in education, the terrain in which this platform is most valuable, the controversy is greater. Its established use among students collides completely with the sceptical perception of part of the teachers.
The Journal Observatory - Connecting information on scholarly communication
Authors: Boomen Bram van den , Eck Nees Jan van , Waltman Ludo , Ross-Hellauer Tony , Horbach Serge
Published: February 2024

The scientific community is moving towards a more transparent way of conducting and reporting research. Scientific publications are becoming more and more openly accessible but openness should also extend to peer review, preprinting, preregistration, data sharing, metadata availability, and related issues.Research funders and other stakeholders are putting a significant effort into promoting open science practices in scholarly communication.
Experimenting with open science practices at the STI 2023 conference
Authors: Waltman Ludo , Ni Rong , Lai Kwun Hang (Adrian) , Luwel Marc , Mulati Biegzat , Noyons Ed , Leeuwen Thed van , Waaijers Leo , Wang Jian , Weimer Verena
Published: February 2024

The adoption of open science practices has become a prominent topic of study for the science studies community. However, the research practices of the community itself are still quite traditional.
Do research priorities for mental health actually reflect the goal of fostering well-being?
Authors: Klippe Wouter van de , Yegros Alfredo , Willemse Tim , Rafols Ismael
Published: February 2024

This post was previously published on the LSE impact blog. Mental ill-health and well-being are increasingly recognised as being intimately linked to a wide range of environmental and social factors.
Reflections on guest editing a Frontiers journal
Authors: Horbach Serge , Ochsner Michael , Kaltenbrunner Wolfgang
Published: February 2024

The idea for this blog post emerged in the context of a special issue with the online journal

Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics

. We, a group of researchers that can broadly be associated with science & technology studies and meta-research, were invited by Frontiers to guest edit what they call a ‘Research Topic’, suggesting it could focus on innovations in peer review practices.
The focal areas of CWTS
Authors: Rijcke Sarah de , Waltman Ludo , Noyons Ed
Published: February 2024

In a previous blog post we introduced the CWTS knowledge agenda 2023-2028. Building on this, in the current post we present the new focal areas in which CWTS organizes its activities.
Multiple-affiliation researchers as bridgebuilders in research systems
Authors: Yegros Alfredo , Capponi Giovanna , Frenken Koen
Published: February 2024

To tackle today’s societal challenges requires research collaboration across organizations and disciplines. Making research collaborations work is not always easy, especially when collaborations involve diverse organisations and stakeholders who do not necessarily share the same logics and objectives.
Does science need heroes?
Authors: Rijcke Sarah de
Published: February 2024

On the occasion of the 2023 Nobel Prize announcements, the Rijksmuseum Boerhaave symposium “

Does science need heroes?”

attempted to explore the evolution of prize cultures over time and examine the current and potential roles of prizes in contemporary scientific practices.
The disconnection between artificial intelligence engineering research and sustainable development
Authors: Chavarro Diego , Pérez-Taborda Jaime Andrés , Ávila Alba
Published: February 2024

We are witnessing a vertiginous global technological development, but this development is not paralleled with a growing improvement in the sustainable development of the planet.
La dinámica pendular de la regionalización de la universidad en Argentina
Authors: Rama Claudio
Published: February 2024

El artículo analiza la dinámica de construcción del sistema de educación superior pública en Argentina atendiendo a las dimensiones de su regionalización y explorando las tensiones regionales alrededor de su construcción. Visualiza bajos niveles de diferenciación institucional y de competencia institucional, pero indica las complejidades de esa diferenciación regional, el carácter no resuelto políticamente de tales procesos, y como su dinámica ha estado asociado a procesos político ideológicos. La regionalización de la educación superior muestra múltiples expresiones, pero donde la dominante ha sido la tensión entre la construcción de espacios de poder y de desarrollo académico a escala local frente al objetivo desde los ámbitos nacionales de regular nacionalmente la educación superior.
Competencias pedagógicas de los profesores universitarios para la producción de materiales de calidad para educación a distancia mediada por las TIC
Authors: Rozzi de Bergel Ana María
Published: February 2024

La educación a distancia (EaD) universitaria ha agregado al rol docente el de contenidista, responsable de proveer los materiales didácticos. Hemos indagado hasta qué punto posee un grupo de treinta docentes de cursos presenciales las competencias necesarias para actuar como contenidistas. Creamos una taxonomía de competencias de calidad y evaluamos con ella las competencias de los docentes, usando como indicadores las características pedagógicas, comunicativas y evaluativas de los materiales confeccionados por ellos. Los resultados pueden constituir un aporte a la formación de profesores universitarios como contenidistas.
La doctrina de las carreras reguladas por el estado y los cercos corporativos
Authors: Del Bello Juan Carlos , Giménez Graciela
Published: February 2024

Trabajar ostentando un título universitario indica que una de las ecuaciones más imperfectas de medida del capital humano: formación recibida x competencias alcanzadas/sobre la variable tiempo empleado, devuelve a la sociedad un sujeto con más expectativas que certezas.
Experiential Learning With Continuous Glucose Monitors: A Novel Curriculum for Volunteers in a Student-Run Free Clinic
Authors: Altman-Merino Annie E , Krishnapura Shreyas G , Aggarwal Sachin K , Terry Christopher , Wright Jordan , Weaver Eleanor O , Carew Babatunde , Miller Robert F , Lloyd Marguerite Cooper
Published: February 2024

Background: Growing evidence suggests that medical students and faculty preceptors have limited familiarity with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), which may negatively affect how care teams counsel patients and monitor the use of CGMs. Although studies have shown that structured training for care teams may improve knowledge and comfort with various healthcare tools, to our knowledge, no study has attempted to do so for CGMs.

Methods: We designed a user experience course for medical students and faculty mentors to address this gap at a student-run free clinic. This course allowed twenty participants to wear a CGM for two weeks and participate in three interactive didactic sessions and group reflections. We evaluated how knowledge and comfort with CGMs among participants changed after the course with a survey and focus group.

Results: The cohort showed improvement in self-reported confidence in using the device, teaching patients how to use the device, and interpreting data (p<0.001). The majority of participants demonstrated improvement across all survey domains with higher post-intervention scores than pre-intervention scores. Qualitative analysis of group reflections elucidated three primary themes across participant experiences: the emotional impact of wearing the device, attitude changes with prolonged use, and behavior modification in response to glucose data.

Conclusion: This novel educational initiative may improve knowledge about CGMs, ability to counsel patients to use the device, and understanding patients' experiences among medical students and faculty mentors. We plan to expand this educational opportunity to additional clinic volunteers, include patient perspectives, and share the curriculum with other student-run clinics.
Investigation of Biogas Potential (Cattle, Sheep and Goat) for Electricity Generation in Baghlan province
Authors: Yousufzai Mumtaz Ahmad , Aslami Alyas , Mohsini Mohammad Shuaib
Published: February 2024

This study implies to evaluate biogas potential from livestock manure (cattle, sheep and goat) as an alternative to fossil fuel for Baghlan province of Afghanistan. Furthermore, Using biogas to generate electricity. The potential of biogas has been observed as top value with 1107715.3 (m3/ year) in Pul-I-Khumri and as the lowest with 238972.6 (m3/ year) in Tala Wa Barfak for cattle, sheep and goats. when cattle is investigated, the top biogas potential value was 927382.9 (m3/ year) in Khost Wa Fring, then Baghlan Jadeed with 902663.3 (m3/ year) is followed by Pul-I-Khumri with 900555.4 (m3/ year). The highest biogas potential value was 176711.4 (m3/ year) for sheep in Pul-I-Khumri and 45052.0 (m3/ year) for goat in Khost Wa Fring. The study implicates that just three animals (cattle, sheep and goat) generate 12815.6 (Mwh/year) ofeletrical energy with share of 83% cattle, 13% sheep and goat with 5% in the year of 2023. Finally, this paper concludes with a discussion of the environmental, social and economic benefits of biogas production and its potential role in mitigating climate change for this region.
Position Of Women In Islam
Authors: Dr Stuti Malhotra
Published: February 2024

This essay aims to provide an academic exploration of the position of women in Islam. It delves into the historical context of the advent of Islam, examines the rights and responsibilities granted to women within Islamic teachings, and critically evaluates the varying interpretations and practices that have shaped the position of women. It explains the roles played by Muslim women in History. By adopting a comprehensive and balanced approach, this essay seeks to shed light on the complexities and nuances surrounding this topic, ultimately encouraging a deeper understanding of the position of women in Islam.
Rhesus alloimmunization in pregnancy. A Tertiary Care Center Experience in Kenya. A Case Report
Authors: Gang'ombe Rukia , Chemwey Rosa
Published: February 2024

Background: Rhesus alloimmunization is a significant cause of perinatal morbidity in sub-SaharanAfrica.Case presentation: A 28-year-old para 2+2 gravida 5, rhesus-negative mother with no living childpresented to the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) antenatal clinic at 20 weeks of gestation as a referralbecause of a bad obstetric history secondary to rhesus D alloimmunization following a positive indirectCoombs test. She was started on methylprednisolone, and serial middle cerebral artery peak systolicvelocity (MCA-PSV) monitoring was performed until 32 weeks of gestation when the fetus developedhemolytic disease of the newborn diagnosed via cordocentesis. She underwent two sessions ofintrauterine transfusion and had a successful cesarean delivery at 34 weeks and 1 day of gestation. Theneonate was admitted to the KNH neonatal intensive care unit where he was managed for hemolyticdisease of the newborn, 33 days after which he was successfully discharged home.Conclusion: The role of maternal-fetal specialists in the diagnosis, antenatal follow-up, and timelymanagement of rhesus D alloimmunization is key in the prevention of adverse perinatal outcomes.
Clinical profile and outcomes of endoscopic surgery patients during a mobile gynecological surgery program in low- and middle-income communities in Kenya
Authors: Semo Bruce , Mureithi Dennis , Njukia Misheck
Published: February 2024

Background: Access to quality gynecological surgery in low- and middle-income communities has beengreatly hampered by logistical and socioeconomic challenges. These challenges can be overcomethrough the provision of mobile laparoscopic surgery. Endoscopic surgery reduces the rate of infection,duration of hospital stay, and the need for blood transfusion, which are factors attributable to surgicaldisease burden due to poverty. A team comprising gynecologists, nurses, and theater technicians hasbeen providing laparoscopic surgery to patients in low-income communities in Kiambu, Nairobi, and Merucounties in Kenya. This initiative was undertaken by pooling resources to procure basic laparoscopicequipment, a regional needs assessment for gynecological surgery, and logistical planning for outpatientclinical services. This was followed by the provision of laparoscopic surgery to patients diagnosed withvarious gynecological conditions. We present programmatic data of the clinical profile and outcomes ofpatients who benefited from the program.Results: A total of 175 women benefited from the program from January 2023 to December 2023. Themost common surgery undertaken was laparoscopic hysterectomy due to symptomatic uterine fibroids.Other procedures included diagnostic hysteroscopy and laparoscopy for chronic pelvic pain. Most womenwere under the national health insurance fund scheme.Conclusion: The program has improved the quality of services provided and demonstrated the feasibilityof mobile surgical workshops as an intervention to improve the quality of services in low-incomecommunities.
Superficial angiomyxoma of the vulva: A case report and literature review
Authors: Elaine
Published: February 2024

Background: Angiomyxomas are rare mesenchymal tumors. Aggressive angiomyxomas aredistinguished from superficial angiomyxomas by their propensity for local recurrence and metastaticpotential. Superficial angiomyxomas occur almost exclusively in women of reproductive age. Widesurgical resection is the treatment of choice.Case presentation: A 25-year-old para 1+1 presented with a mass on the vulva that had been increasingin size over one month. Examination revealed a mushroom-like, verrucous mass on the left labia majorawith a raw surface measuring approximately 4 cm in diameter with a 2-cm stalk. It was easily bleeding ontouch and slightly tender. Biopsies were taken, and histology revealed features of superficialangiomyxoma. The patient consented to wide excision of the vulval mass. The mass was excisedtogether with approximately 1.5 cm skin margin around it and a 2 cm depth of the underlying fatty base. Afinal histological diagnosis of superficial angiomyxoma was made. The patient was followed up for threemonths with no recurrence.Conclusion: Superficial angiomyxomas are rare benign tumors of the subcutaneous tissue that occuralmost exclusively in women of reproductive age. They present as slow-growing masses on the ear,trunk, and perineum. Wide surgical resection is the treatment of choice with adjuvant therapies, such asselective estrogen receptor modulators and gonadotropin hormone-releasing hormone agonists, alsoproving beneficial. Due to high rates of recurrence, long-term follow-up should be done for up to 15 yearsfollowing primary resection.
A Spotlight on Menopause in Africa
Authors: Muchiri Dorcas
Published: February 2024

Background: Menopause is a retrospective diagnosis defined by the World Health Organization as thepermanent cessation of menstruation resulting from the loss of ovarian follicular activity. With morewomen living longer, all those above the age of 50 years will experience menopause, with a smallernumber experiencing this before 40 – 49 years without their knowledge. Menopause contributes tosignificant public health conditions, such as cardiovascular, bone, cognitive, and mental healthconditions. The Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) is an internationally validated tool for measuring theseverity of menopausal symptoms. The WHO notes a challenge in awareness and access tomenopause-related information and treatment for women and health care providers in most countries.Little is known about the experience of menopause in African women, and the MRS scale has limited usein the Kenyan setting, presenting gaps in research and practice.Objectives: To raise awareness of menopause and test the usability and local context of MRS in theassessment of menopausal symptoms in African women.Methods: 304 of 403 attendees on an urban community health education day voluntarily completed asurvey adapted from the MRS.Results: While 80% of women globally report hot flushes as the commonest symptom, only 41% ofwomen over 50 years if age had hot flushes. The most common symptoms were musculoskeletal painand mood swings at 74.1% and 45.8%, respectively.Conclusion: Work is needed to streamline the use and adaptability of the MRS for Swahili-speakingcountries. More community health awareness, research, and advocacy are needed to address thepublic health concerns arising from menopause in Africa.
Cervical cancer prevention in Western Kenya in the vaccine era
Authors: Hillary Mabeya
Published: February 2024

Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted virus found in virtually all cases ofcervical cancer that kills 275,000 women every year and is the biggest contributor to years of life lostfrom cancer among women in the developing world.Objectives: To determine barriers to HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention at the healthpersonnel level in low-resource settings. To evaluate the performance of cervical cancer secondaryprevention tools. To identify barriers and facilitators associated with the administration of the full HPVvaccination regimen.Methods: 150 HIV-infected women underwent conventional Papanicolaou (Pap) smear, visual inspectionwith acetic acid (VIA), colposcopy, and biopsy. Region under curve analysis was conducted to comparethe accuracies between VIA and Pap smear. 9600 doses of GARDASIL vaccines were administered togirls in Western Kenya targeting girls aged 9-14 years. A cross-sectional survey of health care providerswas also conducted.Results: VIA had a sensitivity of 69.6% (CI=55.1–81.0%), specificity of 51.0% (CI=41.5–60.4%), positivepredictive value (PPV) of 38.6% (CI=28.8–49.3%), and negative predictive value (NPV) of 79.1%(CI=67.8–87.2%). For conventional Pap smear, sensitivity was 52.5% (CI=42.1–71.5%), specificity 66.3%(CI=52.0–71.2%), PPV 39.7% (CI=27.6–51.8%), and NPV 76.8% (CI=67.0–85.6%). 1933 of 3026(63.8%) girls received a second HPV dose, whereas 1182 of 3026 (39.1%) received a third dose. 71.8%of girls had a female guardian and 28.1% had a male guardian. The median time lapse between the firstand third doses was 175 days (IQR: 168-182). High level of divergence between knowledge of HPVinfection and vaccines with a mean score of 2.27 indicating a negative attitude among health careworkers. 36.8% expressed concern that the HPV vaccine may result in promiscuity.Conclusions: Lack of proximity to vaccination centers requires an innovative vaccine delivery strategy.More education of caregivers undergoing cytological screening to raise awareness of the importance ofHPV vaccination.
Empty follicle syndrome – an assisted reproductive technology disaster: A case report
Authors: Kamau Reuben K. , Koigi Paul Kamau , Koigi Mary K. , Anitha Francis , Moniz Gerald
Published: February 2024

Background: The primary objective of individualized controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (iCOS) is to obtain sufficient numbers of good-quality oocytes. This is pursued to increase the chances of obtaining good-quality embryos following fertilization to restore fertility potential.

Case presentation: A 34-year-old nulliparous presented with a 3-year history of primary infertility. A thorough investigation of the couple failed to definitively diagnose the cause of infertility. Following a satisfactory response to controlled ovarian hyperstimulation, meticulous follicular aspiration yielded no oocytes. Given the high cost of treatment and the inherent risk of recurrence of the problem for repeat stimulation, the couple opted for oocyte donation. This decision was implemented, and the treatment process was continued.

Discussion: Empty follicle syndrome (EFS) is a rare but frustrating complication of in vitro fertilization. Without viable alternatives, this usually leads to cycle cancelation. Repeat stimulation often yields similar results although in some cases dual triggering may confer benefits.

Conclusion: Although rare, there is value in considering the possibility of EFS in women undergoing iCOS and counseling the patients accordingly.
Die Umwelt als ein vergessenes Kriegsopfer
Authors: Dienelt Anne
Published: February 2024

Der Deutsche Bundestag wird Ende Februar 2024 die Reform des Völkerstrafgesetzbuchs (VStGB) beschließen, nachdem im November 2023 erstmalig der Entwurf im Bundestag gelesen wurde und Ende Januar 2024 eine öffentliche Anhörung stattfand. Einige Reformansätze bleiben jedoch außen vor. Eine bisher unberücksichtigte Forderung bezieht sich auf Kriegsverbrechen gegen die Umwelt, welche aktuell in § 11 Abs. 3 VStGB geregelt sind.
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An Analysis of the Linkage between the Genoese “Compera” and Municipal Decision-Making in the Twelfth Century
Authors:   Yixin Publisher, Yang Mengru
Published: February 2024

In recent years, domestic academics have paid more and more attention to the origins of the Western state, and the Republic of Genoa, as one of the medieval maritime overlords in North Italy, deserves to be studied in depth for its mode of statehood and expansion. In the twelfth century, the Republic of Genoa used for the first time in its financial system an instrument similar to the public debt of modern times in order to solve the problem of municipal funding in the military and financial aspects. This financial instrument, called “compera”, was closely linked to municipal taxation, and often developed along with the implementation of municipal military and financial policies, eventually forming a lasting linkage with municipal decision-making. In essence, the underlying logic of this linkage is expressed through the interaction between the expanding taxing power of municipalities and their frequent fiscal indebtedness. More importantly, the linkage mechanism also stimulates the further monopolisation of public power by the urban elite aristocracy in the process of its operation.
Research on the Formation of Diverse Singing Styles in Ethnic Vocal Music
Authors:   Yixin Publisher, Wang Lifei
Published: February 2024

In the musical system of our country, ethnic vocal music holds extremely high artistic value. It not only represents the artistic aesthetic orientation of the Chinese nation but also reflects the human history of the development of various ethnic groups. The historical evolution of the diverse singing styles in ethnic vocal music has not only brought forth numerous influencing factors but has also propelled the artistic expression of diverse singing styles in ethnic vocal music. Based on this, this paper will conduct a study on the formation of diverse singing styles in ethnic vocal music from the three dimensions mentioned above, aiming to achieve better development of ethnic vocal music.