bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Prevalence and Type of Ponticulus Posticus Among Haryana Orthodontic Patients: A Digital Lateral Cephalometric Study
Authors: Regi Roney S. , Bhatnagar Deepankar , Bagga Mun Bhawni , Yadav Komal , Kalita Pinaki
Published: January 2025

Objectives:

The present study aimed to investigate the prevalence and type of ponticulus posticus (PP) in patients who reported for orthodontic treatment.

Materials and Methods:

In total, 346 lateral cephalograms were examined for the presence of PP, their respective types, gender predominance, and the prevalence of each type of PP in either gender. Data obtained were subjected to descriptive analysis.

Results:

PP had a prevalence rate of 20.52%, among which grades II, III, and IV represented 10.4%, 6.1%, and 4%, respectively. Females exhibited a slightly higher incidence (52.1%) than males (47.9%). Females represented a higher number of grade II and grade IV PP. Male patients displayed a higher incidence of grade III PP. The findings of gender predominance in each grade of PP were found to be statistically significant with P values < 0.05 level of significance at 95% confidence interval.

Conclusion:

PP was found to be a relatively common anomaly among the observed sample. Orthodontists, being directly and extensively involved in manipulating, enhancing, and restricting facial bone structures using functional and extraoral appliances, must be vigilant and concerned about any pathology affecting bone, such as that of PP.
To Assess the Impact of Oral Quality of Life (QoL) in Teenage Population with Habit History of Tobacco/Areca Nut/Gutka/Smoking Using OHIP-14 in Bhilai Region
Authors: Prasad Swati , Avinash Alok , Shashikanth M. C. , Chaudhary Umesh C.
Published: January 2025

Aim:

To assess the impact of Oral Quality of Life (QoL) in teenage population with habit history of tobacco/ areca nut/ gutka/ smoking using OHIP-14 in Bhilai region.

Methodology:

The present study was conducted in the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Rungta College of Dental Sciences and Research, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh. 500 subjects were divided into two groups: Group I: comprise of 250 subjects with any deleterious habits of tobacco, gutka, areca nut, cigarette etc. (study) and Group II: comprise of 250 subjects without any deleterious habit as (control). All the subjects were explained about the questions and were asked to fill up their responses in the questionnaire using OHIP-14.

Results:

Mean scores of two different domains of OHIP-14, including Physical Pain (4.82 ± 2.85) and Physical Disability (4.04 ± 2.45) was found to be more in study group when compared to control (0.57 ± 0.98 & 0.34 ± 0.63). Subjects with the smokeless form of tobacco consumption and both form (smoking and smokeless) had significantly higher mean in domain of Physical pain as compared to those who had the habit of only smoking. The mean score of sum of OHIP-14 was found to be significantly worse in the study group as compared to controls.

Conclusion:

The results suggest that the concept of OHRQL is important in clinical practice of dentistry and dental education as well. People are more likely to be motivated and behave positively when they understand how habits related oral mucosal diseases affect their QoL.
Serendipitous Diagnosis of Adenocarcinoma of the Mandible Metastasized from the Prostate: A Case Report
Authors: Satpathy Krishna , Agarwal Kunal , Debta Priyanka , Debta Fakir Mohan
Published: January 2025

Prostate cancer is among the most prevalent malignancies in males. Although bone metastases from prostate cancer are common, mandibular metastases are unlikely. Mandibular metastatic carcinoma accounts for less than 1% of all oral malignancies and can cause a diagnostic conundrum. Here, we present a rare case of a 56-year-old male with metastatic adenocarcinoma of the prostate involving the mandible and the evaluation criteria that can help determine the metastatic lesion.
A Cross-sectional Study of Light Microscopic Changes in Purkinje Cells Across Cerebellar Phylogenetic Areas with Aging
Authors: Kalam Shelja S. , Ushadevi K. B. , Sarasammal Suja Robert , Jayachandran Geetha
Published: January 2025

Background:

The phylogenetic areas of the cerebellum are archicerebellum, paleocerebellum, and neocerebellum, which differ in evolution and function. Studying age-related changes helps to differentiate those from similar changes occurring in various neuropathological conditions.

Methodology:

Tissues from the anterior lobe, posterior lobe, and flocculonodular lobe of 50 autopsy specimens of the cerebellum were processed. Slides were stained with hematoxylin and eosin and special stains such as Luxol fast blue and Cresyl violet and examined using photomicrograph equipment. Measurements and photographs were taken using MICAPS - Microview software (Version: x64,3.7.4866). Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 16.

Results:

In all phylogenetic areas, Purkinje cells were numerous at the crests of folia, their number decreased, and diameter increased with age.

Conclusions:

The study was done to delineate the histological variations in Purkinje cells of phylogenetic areas of the cerebellum at different ages. The changes in various neuropathological and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease need to be distinguished from normal age-related changes. This study may provide scope for functional studies and further studies on cerebellar histology.
Suprarenal Glands: A Morphometric Analysis in Adult Indian Population
Authors: Markam Yamini , Loh Hitendra Kumar , Gupta Mohit , Gupta Nirupma , Mehta Vandana
Published: January 2025

Background:

Suprarenal glands are paired glands located over the medial aspect of the upper pole of both the kidneys. Regardless of their small size, these glands are of utmost importance because of its endocrine function. The present study deals with the gross morphometric measurements of human adult suprarenal glands.

Methodology:

Forty pairs of suprarenal glands were procured and dissected after fixing with 10% formalin and then subjected to morphometric analysis.

Results:

The maximum transverse width of the right suprarenal gland was observed as 4.51 ± 0.81 cm and the left suprarenal gland was observed as 4.22 ± 0.68 cm. The maximum vertical length of the right suprarenal gland was observed as 2.84 ± 0.89 cm and the left suprarenal gland was observed as 1.88 ± 0.73 cm. The maximum anteroposterior thickness of the right suprarenal gland was observed as 0.65 ± 0.39 cm and the left suprarenal gland was observed as 1.02 ± 1.00 cm. The mean weight of the right suprarenal gland was observed as 4.33 ± 0.77 g and the left suprarenal gland was observed as 4.45 ± 1.10 g.

Conclusion:

The present study suggests that the weight of suprarenal gland majorly depends on the anteroposterior thickness of the gland. Precise knowledge of suprarenal gland dimensions is very crucial for microsurgeries involving kidneys and suprarenal glands. The data obtained from the present study will also aid to the literature and assist the radiologists, endocrinologists, and surgeons to deduce diagnosis and perform surgery.
Skein module dimensions of mapping tori of the 2-torus
Authors: Kinnear Patrick
Published: January 2025

We determine the dimension of the Kauffman bracket skein module at generic

q

for mapping tori of the 2-torus, generalizing the well known computation of Carrega and Gilmer. In the process, we give a decomposition of the twisted Hochschild homology of the

G

-skein algebra for

G = \mathrm{SL}_{N}

or

\mathrm{GL}_{N}

, which is a direct summand of the whole skein module, and from which the dimensions follow easily in the cases

G = \mathrm{SL}_{2}

and

G = \mathrm{GL}_{1}

.
The Name: Cultural Identity of the Ovimbundu People
Authors: Dungue Severino
Published: January 2025

Abordar o nome em Umbundu, considerando a sua aplicação, implica olhar para a importância que representa para a cultura Ovimbundu. Assim, a análise procura esclarecer a situação à luz dos sucessivos erros relacionados com a grafia em Umbundu utilizada nas Conservatórias do Registo Civil em Angola. Esses nomes, de natureza banto-africana, foram alterados com base na grafia portuguesa e/ou na escrita imposta pelas religiões católica e evangélica. As autoridades desses locais desconhecem e/ou negligenciam a ortografia do alfabeto das línguas nacionais. Assim, este estudo surge com o objectivo de analisar os nomes dos Ovimbundu, com base no alfabeto das línguas nacionais aprovado pelo Conselho de Ministros em 1987, e a harmonização da grafia das línguas bantu de Angola. Ao longo do estudo, será entendido que um nome é identidade; pertence à pessoa e não deve ser alterado graficamente. Se for alterado, perde seu significado e originalidade.
Synthesis of novel complexes derived from methyl or benzyl 4-amino antipyrinyl dithiocarbamtes with divalent Mn(II), Co(II), Ni(II), Zn(II) and Cu(II)
Authors: R. Mohammed Eman , A. Sulleman Intesar , M. Saied Shakir , A. Sabah Assim
Published: January 2025

Two new ligands, methyl 4-amino antipyrinyl dithiocarbamates (MAC) and benzyl 4-amino antipyrinyl dithiocarbamates (BAC), were synthesized from 4-amino antipyrine and corresponding methyl or benzyl halides with potassium hydroxide in dimethylformamide. Then they were coordinated with five divalent transition metals: M = Mn, Co, Ni, Zn, and Cu(II) to produce ten novel complexes, [M(MAC)2]Cl2 I(a-e) and [M(BAC)2]Cl2 II(a-e), which were characterized by some physical properties and spectral methods, elemental analyses, molar conductance, and magnetic susceptibility, in addition to 1H NMR, FT-IR and UV-Vis. Spectroscopy proved that all metal complexes I(a-d) and II(a-d) have octahedral geometries, except those of copper complexes (Ie) and (IIe), which have square planer geometry (D4h). Following screening for biological activity against Gram-positive bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes) and Gram-negative bacteria (Pseudomonas aeruginosa), the results of these novel complexes' investigations showed no effect except the complexes of [Zn(BAC)2]Cl2 II(a), [Zn(MAC)2]Cl2, I(a), [Mn(MAC)2]Cl2, I(b) and the ligand (MAC) are given promising data.
KEY WORDS: 4-Amino antipyrine, Dithiocarbamates, Dithiocarbamate complexes, Biological activity
Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2025, 39(3), 447-457.                                                          
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v39i3.5
Marburg virus disease outbreak in Rwanda, 2024: Current efforts and calls to action to mitigate the outbreak in Rwanda
Authors: Gashugi Yves , Byiringiro Louange Bienvenu , Rukundo Janvier , Izabayo Josias , Sezibera Vincent , Kalisa Jopseph
Published: January 2025

The recent outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Rwanda, first reported in September 2024, marks the country’s initial encounter with this highly lethal hemorrhagic fever caused by the Marburg virus. 
With primary transmission from fruit bats and subsequent human-to-human spread through direct contact, MVD presents significant public health challenges due to its rapid progression from flu-like symptoms to severe hemorrhagic fever and high mortality rates. 
Rwanda’s Ministry of Health responded swiftly, implementing critical containment measures, such as intensive contact tracing, targeted vaccination for suspected cases and healthcare providers, restricting caregiver access, limiting traditional gatherings, and enforcing strict hygiene and infection control protocols. 
In the last three and a half years, Rwanda has been dealing with COVID-19, Mpox (formerly monkeypox), and now the Marburg outbreak. Drawing on lessons from past public health crises, Rwanda’s Ministry of Health is implementing swift action to manage the situation. Here we discussed Rwanda's strategies in managing the MVD outbreak, emphasizing the importance of a One Health approach that integrates human, animal, and environmental health to mitigate zoonotic threats. 
Vaccination efforts targeting healthcare providers and high-risk contacts have become a vital component of Rwanda's response, aiming to protect those on the front lines and prevent further spread. The response is further strengthened by partnerships with global health organizations, including the World Health Organization (WHO), underscoring the need for coordinated international support and cross-border containment measures. 
This MVD outbreak highlights the urgency of ongoing research into effective treatments and licensed vaccines to bolster Rwanda’s preparedness and resilience against future outbreaks.
Mental health impacts of Marburg virus disease in Rwanda
Authors: Gashugi Yves , Bryiringiro Louange Bienvenu , Rukundo Janvier , Izabayo Josias , Umuhire Sadie Ineza
Published: January 2025

The Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak in Rwanda marks a significant public health challenge, with 64 reported cases and a 23.4% case fatality rate as of October 2024. While the immediate focus remains on containment and clinical management, the mental health implications of the outbreak present an equally critical concern. This paper discusses the psychological toll of MVD in Rwanda, considering the country's historical trauma and existing mental health landscape. Rwanda's experience with the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and the COVID-19 pandemic underscores the vulnerability of populations with pre-existing mental health conditions and those exposed to compounding stressors during health crises. 
Key high-risk groups identified include healthcare providers, individuals with prior pandemic exposure, those with underlying mental illnesses, and grieving families. The disruption of traditional mourning practices, widespread stigma, and the psychological demands placed on healthcare workers amplify the outbreak's impact on mental well-being. Drawing on lessons from COVID-19, Rwanda leveraged community health workers, telemedicine, and public awareness campaigns to address psychosocial needs. However, the outbreak highlights gaps in mental health resources and the need for tailored interventions. 
Recommendations include strengthening mental health support for high-risk groups, integrating psychological services into epidemic responses, and enhancing community resilience through targeted education and support systems. We also emphasize the importance of a holistic response to MVD, addressing both physical and mental health needs to mitigate the long-term impacts of the outbreak.
Surveillance of conjunctivitis at a school in Kamonyi District, Rwanda, 2024
Authors: Sebera Emile , Rugengamanzi Flugence , Kanyanzira Theoneste , Ndikumana Philos , Nizeyemariya Leonille , Hagenimana Celestin , Twagirumukiza Emile
Published: January 2025

INTRODUCTION: Conjunctivitis, a highly contagious eye condition, can significantly impact public health, especially in close-contact settings like schools. This study investigated a conjunctivitis attack at ECOSE Saint Kizito Musambira Boarding School in Rwanda. 
METHODS: This surveillance study examined 577 students and 26 staff members through clinical examinations, health records, and demographic data collection from March 12-20, 2024. 
RESULTS: The conjunctivitis primarily affected female students (77%), with symptoms including itchy eyes (80.9%) and foreign body sensation (96.7%). The high attack rate suggested a highly contagious agent. Treatment included ciprofloxacin, ibuprofen, and tetracycline pomade. Close living conditions and bed-sharing were more common behaviors among the students. 
CONCLUSION: This conjunctivitis attack highlights the importance of rapid detection and response to infectious diseases in schools. While antibiotic therapy was the main management approach, the specific etiology remains uncertain without diagnostic tests. Future prevention strategies should focus on hygiene measures, early case identification, isolation, and enhanced laboratory testing to manage school outbreaks effectively.
The persistent challenge of cholera in Africa: a complex interplay of factors
Authors: Beenzu Siamalube , Ehinmitan Emmanuel , Runo Steven , Onguso Justus , Ngotho Maina
Published: January 2025

Cholera remains a formidable public health challenge across Africa, disproportionately impacting marginalized and vulnerable populations [1]. The disease's persistence underscores its multifaceted nature, rooted in more than just the biological characteristics of Vibrio cholerae. Instead, it reflects a complex interplay of environmental, social, economic, and systemic factors, each compounding the difficulty of effective prevention and control [1,2]. 
Africa continues to bear the highest burden of cholera globally, with recurring outbreaks that cause significant morbidity and mortality, often overwhelming already fragile healthcare systems [3]. The disease frequently strikes regions plagued by inadequate access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure [3,4]. These deficiencies create fertile ground for the bacterium's proliferation, particularly in densely populated urban slums and rural areas with limited public health outreach. Climate change further exacerbates the problem, with extreme weather events such as floods and droughts creating conditions conducive to cholera outbreaks [5].
Male Involvement And Factors Influencing Choice Of Contraception Among Market Traders In An Urban City In Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Fakorede E.O. , Ogunbode O.O. , Ogunbode A.M. , Okunlola M.A.
Published: January 2025

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Climate displacement in India: exploring the current legal framework and proposed legal initiatives
Authors: Stellina Jolly , Aman Mani Tripathi
Published: January 2025

Studies indicate that, by 2059, 44 million people are expected to be displaced in India by sudden and slow climate-induced disasters like cyclones, floods and droughts. This article presents this landscape of climate displacement in India and explores the suitability of the existing legal framework for dealing with it, particularly through examination of the Action Plans on Climate Change and legislation such as the Disaster Management Act 2005. The article also notes the judicial response to the issue and then analyses proposed legal initiatives – two Private Member’s bills – tabled in India’s Parliament that stress the need for protection, resettlement and rehabilitation of people displaced due to climate change events. The article concludes that a human rights approach is desirable where affected communities have a say in outlining their needs.
The dual status of rivers in Bangladesh as legal persons and public trust properties: the likelihood of legal complexity
Authors: Jahan Ishrat
Published: January 2025

The High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh has declared the rivers of Bangladesh to be legal persons and has appointed the National River Conservation Commission (NRCC) as the legal guardian of rivers for protecting the rivers of Bangladesh. The court considered the importance of rivers to Bangladesh, the public trust doctrine, the current global trend of granting rights to natural entities and the pressing need for an alternative option for river protection. However, on the one hand, the court has not clearly articulated any aspects of the legal personhood of the rivers; while, on the other hand, according to the Constitution of Bangladesh, rivers are public trust properties as the court interpreted, which signifies that rivers are legal objects but under the supervision of the state for the benefit of the public. This article explains that there is a likelihood of conflict arising between human interests and the interests of rivers, which may create legal complexity in the implementation of the legal personhood of rivers in Bangladesh and overall river protection. Mere recognition of new status by the court will on its own not ensure the protection of the rivers of Bangladesh. How the existence and application of the dual status of rivers – as public trust property and as having legal personhood – will maintain a balance between the needs and interests of rivers and the needs and interests of people needs to be clarified.
Creating change as a game industry lawyer. Part 1: the need for lawyers as DEI leaders1
Authors: Howard Noah William
Published: January 2025

The video game industry continues to struggle to create an environment that is friendly to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Despite some progress, it remains unduly burdensome for people from unrepresented backgrounds to break into and thrive within the video game industry. ‘Homophily’, the tendency of members of majority groups to connect more with each other than with minority groups, explains why this lack of diversity is self-sustaining. Because lawyers often touch nearly every part of a client’s business, they are well-positioned to make a positive DEI impact on their game industry clients. The recent trend of more intense legal scrutiny of DEI programs could put even more power into lawyers’ hands. To use that power effectively, game industry lawyers can consider the myriad empirically proven ways that effective DEI can strengthen the client’s business. Further, lawyers should envision themselves as not only advisors but leaders within their industry. As leaders, lawyers can apply their existing skills in strategic thinking to help craft DEI programs in collaboration with other company leaders and other stakeholders within the company.
HyperLTL Satisfiability Is Highly Undecidable, HyperCTL$^*$ is Even Harder
Authors: Fortin Marie , Kuijer Louwe B. , Totzke Patrick , Zimmermann Martin
Published: January 2025

Temporal logics for the specification of information-flow properties are able to express relations between multiple executions of a system. The two most important such logics are HyperLTL and HyperCTL*, which generalise LTL and CTL* by trace quantification. It is known that this expressiveness comes at a price, i.e. satisfiability is undecidable for both logics. In this paper we settle the exact complexity of these problems, showing that both are in fact highly undecidable: we prove that HyperLTL satisfiability is $\Sigma_1^1$-complete and HyperCTL* satisfiability is $\Sigma_1^2$-complete. These are significant increases over the previously known lower bounds and the first upper bounds. To prove $\Sigma_1^2$-membership for HyperCTL*, we prove that every satisfiable HyperCTL* sentence has a model that is equinumerous to the continuum, the first upper bound of this kind. We also prove this bound to be tight. Furthermore, we prove that both countable and finitely-branching satisfiability for HyperCTL* are as hard as truth in second-order arithmetic, i.e. still highly undecidable. Finally, we show that the membership problem for every level of the HyperLTL quantifier alternation hierarchy is $\Pi_1^1$-complete.

Comment: arXiv admin note: substantial text overlap with arXiv:2105.04176
Osteoartrose lombossacra em leoa (Panthera leo)
Authors: Augusto Terra Rossi de Barros Eduardo , Fernandes Marcusso Paulo , Valverde Magalhães Barbosa Giovanna , Scomparin Guardia Henrique , Rumiko Suzuki França Sônia , Dal'Bó Giovani , Falcade Forti Michelle , Guindolin Galassi Guilherme , Henrique Viaceli Conforti Fábio , Pereira Bonini Daniela , Leite Leonardo Renato , Paulino Xavier Renata , Facco de Andrade Luciana , Dos Santos Cirino Everton , Aparecido Salomão Júnior Jorge
Published: January 2025

A osteoartrose é um distúrbio crônico, deteriorando a cartilagem articular e estruturas periarticulares, sendo uma grande causa de dor articular nos felinos senis. Gatos frequentemente desenvolvem artroses devido ao envelhecimento, obesidade e sedentarismo, fatores comuns em cativeiro. Assim, pode-se considerar que artroses em felinos selvagens são desencadeadas pelos mesmos fatores, considerando a fisiologia do gato doméstico (Felis catus) como similar aos demais membros da família Felidae. Este trabalho objetivou relatar um caso de osteoartrose lombossacra em uma leoa (Panthera leo). O animal de 20 anos de idade, do Parque Ecológico de Americana – SP, apresentava sinais de apatia e hiporexia, sendo encaminhado para o Hospital Veterinário da Faculdade de Americana (FAM), onde foram realizados exames de check-up. Não havia alterações em hemograma, enquanto no bioquímico foram observados leve hipoalbuminemia e grande aumento de amilase. Na ultrassonografia, rins apresentaram contornos sutilmente irregulares. Na endoscopia, havia hiperemia em vias respiratórias e nódulos polipoides em nasofaringe. Na laringe, foram observadas úlceras bilaterais em região subglótica e, em brônquios, malácia e fratura de anéis brônquicos. Na radiografia, foram vistos processos de mineralização das articulações esternocondrais e luxação xifoide. Na coluna vertebral, havia presença de entesófitos em vértebras, pontes anquilosantes, opacificação de forame intervertebral, perda de definição de facetas articulares, remodelamento de corpos vertebrais e estruturas puntiformes de radiopacidade mineral sobrepondo processos espinhosos. Conclui-se, portanto, que pela proximidade genética e evolutiva, deve-se atentar aos sinais de artrose em felinos selvagens, pois assim como ocorre em felinos domésticos, os fatores predisponentes comumente presentes em ambiente cativo, juntamente com a idade avançada, podem desencadear a osteoartrose.
A Comprehensive Review on the Significance of VLSI in Biomedical Applications
Authors:   NITK, Surathkal, Srinivasa Nagar, Surathkal, Mangaluru, Karnataka-575 025, India, Sreeramagiri Siddhardha V , Bhavani T.
Published: January 2025

This article givesa comprehensive review of the significance of VLSI in biomedical applications which is not attempted in the recent years. The hitherto review articles concentrated mainly on a few of the aspects such as signal detection, developing algorithms. Hence we wanted to come out with this comprehensive review that throws light upon the recent developments that have taken place in the implementation of VLSI technology for biomedical applications starting from the sensors, signalling and transmission, processing of signals, different biological signals such as DNA, glucose, optical signals, different techniques employed for diagnosis such as imaging, different devices such as implantable devices, wearable devices and also the emerging trends and the significance of VLSI in the light of the latest developments in the transmission of information such as artificial intelligence (AI),telemedicine, 5G-for communications, internet of things (IoT)etc. An in depth review on the various applications of VLSI in sensing, transmission, signalling and controlling in the biomedical field that throws light on the emerging trends with a special emphasis on the necessity of application of CMOS VLSI for getting a real time and accurate picture of biological signals like EEG, ECG, EMG, andbioanalyte such as biomolecules, DNA, Viral particles etc, and assist the medical fraternity with the versatility of VLSI application to come out with the best possible diagnostic and treatment methodologies with remote sensing is presented in this article
Web-oriented information and analytical system for improving complex of radiation protection of population and environmental objects at various regional levels
Authors:   International Sakharov Environmental Institute, Belarusian State University, Zhuravkov Vladislav V. , Germenchuk Mariya G. ,   International Sakharov Environmental Institute, Belarusian State University, Tonkonogov Boris A. ,   International Sakharov Environmental Institute, Belarusian State University, Tsybulka Mikalai M. ,   International Sakharov Environmental Institute, Belarusian State University
Published: January 2025

The paper considers the architecture, functionality and data model of a Web-based information and analytical system for improving the complex of radiation protection of the population and environmental objects at different regional levels. The object of the study is the methods, algorithms and technologies for constructing the architecture and optimized relational structure (model) of data consisting of tables that include fields for storing parameters and information about objects and resource potential, a public information and analytical system for a comprehensive study of the influence of anthropogenic and natural factors at various regional levels.
The purpose of the work is to develop the architecture of the information and analytical system and the optimized relational structure (model) of data consisting of tables that include fields for storing parameters and information about objects and resource potential, and to determine the specialized software used in the development of the information and analytical system, including radioecological risks.
Development of the architecture of the information and analytical system: definition of the general architectural style and main architectural solutions; definition and organization of the set of elements and components; definition of the functionality of the software modules of the system; description of the main roles and characteristics of the structural elements and possible types of interactions among them (interfaces); compliance with modular decomposition; endowment with the properties of flexibility, scalability and openness for expansion and implementation of additional functionality. Development of the data structure: definition of the purpose and content of tables; definition of table fields and their types; definition of relationships among tables; implementation of functional database objects that ensure modularity, scalability and portability. Definition of specialized software used in the development of the information and analytical system: selection
of an integrated development environment, database management system and software tools (platforms, frameworks and libraries) that allow performing the assigned design and software implementation tasks; design of a prototype Web-platform for presenting environmental data using modern tools of geographic information systems; implementation of conditions for the creation of a pilot project of an applied Web-oriented information and analytical system.
Auditoría forense como herramienta de control para prevenir fraudes financieros en empresas familiares del sector bananero de la provincia de El Oro, Ecuador
Authors: Nuñez Sanchez Lisseth Del Carmen , Vásquez Flores José Alberto , Señalin Morales Luis Octavio
Published: January 2025

Las empresas familiares del sector bananero están siendo afectadas por varios tipos de fraudes que ponen en riesgo su productividad, estabilidad y crecimiento económico. Esta investigación se centra en determinar la importancia de la auditoría forense como una herramienta de control para prevenir fraudes. Mediante el uso de encuestas a través de plataformas digitales se logró evidenciar resultados para su posterior tabulación según lo encuestado a 350 empresas productoras de banano. Los resultados nos indican que las empresas familiares del sector bananero de la provincia de El Oro-Ecuador tienen mayor riesgo de verse involucradas en cualquier tipo de fraude financiero por no tener programas antifraudes lo cual las hace vulnerables a cualquier situación fraudulenta ocasionando perjuicios económicos; siendo así que la malversación de fondos es el que mayor relevancia ha obtenido dado que en muchas ocasiones el legado dejado por el patriarca ha sido empañado por el abuso de confianza por parte de quienes poseen acciones este puede ser un miembro de la familia o parte del grupo accionario, como también se ha dado el caso donde los involucrados en el fraude no forman parte de las acciones por que fueron asignados para supervisar sin imaginar que cometerían delitos financieros.
Massage Effleurage Menggunakan VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) Pada Pasien Dengan CVA (Cerebro Vaskuler Accident) Dengan Resiko Gangguan Integritas Kulit
Authors: Ismoyowati Tri Wahyuni
Published: January 2025

Background: Weakness in limbs/immobilization in stroke patients with prolonged bed rest poses a risk of skin integrity issues, such as pressure ulcers or decubitus. One intervention that can be performed is skin integrity care using effleurage massage techniques with Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO). Objective: To analyze the intervention of skin integrity care with effleurage massage using VCO on patients with Hemorrhagic Stroke (CVA) at the Bethesda Hospital Yogyakarta in 2023, who are at risk of skin integrity disturbances. Case Management: Patient Ms. Ng, 91 years old, with Hemorrhagic Stroke, was found to have less elastic, wrinkled skin, with redness in bony areas (both heels), sacrum, and back (due to pressure), and scaly, dry, and peeling soles. The patient was immobilized/bedridden. The nursing problem identified was the risk of impaired skin integrity. The nursing plan provided was effleurage massage using VCO. Discussion: After administering skin integrity care with effleurage massage using VCO, as measured by the Braden Scale, the skin integrity score decreased from 9 (high risk) to 14 (moderate risk). Conclusion: The effleurage massage technique with VCO is effective in reducing the risk of impaired skin integrity. Recommendation: This research is expected to provide additional references and knowledge for nursing care of patients with Hemorrhagic Stroke and issues related to skin integrity risk, particularly with the intervention of effleurage massage using VCO.
 
Keywords: VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) - Effleurage Massage - Risk of Impaired Skin Integrity - CVA (Cerebrovascular Accident)
Hubungan Toxic Parents Dengan Perilaku Seks Pra Nikah
Authors: Isti Daryati Elisabeth , Komala Calvina Natania , Ningsih Marlina Paramitha Wirdani
Published: January 2025

Toxic parents merupakan perilaku orang tua yang memperlakukan anak secara tidak baik dan tidak hormat serta menimbulkan perasaan bersalah, ketakutan dan perasaan over patuh pada anak. Sikap toxic yang berkepanjangan akan membentuk sebuah pola yang berdampak negatif seperti perilaku seks pranikah. Kurangnya perhatian orang tua dan banyaknya aturan dan perintah terhadap anak meningkatkan perilaku seksual remaja yang berisiko. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan toxic parents dengan perilaku seks pranikah pada remaja. Jenis penelitian menggunakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain deskritif korelatif melalui pendekatakan cross sectional. Penelitian dilakukan terhadap 71 responden. Instrumen penelitian berupa kuesioner dan mendapatkan gambaran 70,4% responden pernah berpacaran, 66,2% melakukan sexting dan berfantasi seks, dan 47,9% pola toxic parents dominan. Analisis data menggunakan uji Kendall’s Tau-C. Hasil analisis menunjukan tidak adanya hubungan toxic parent terhadap perilaku seks pranikah pada remaja dengan p value 0.213 (p = <0.05). Perilaku seks pranikah pada remaja terjadi selain pola asuh orang tua, juga dapat dipengaruhi oleh peran teman sebaya, paparan media pornografi, dan pengetahuan remaja.
Antibacterial activity of some strains of aquatic fungi of the genus Penicillium, Trichoderma and Talaromyces
Authors: MOLDOVAN Cristina , SÎRBU Tamara , ȚURCAN Olga
Published: January 2025

The diversity of freshwater fungi is great, but studies of aquatic fungi are still in their infancy. Studying the biodiversity of freshwater micromycetes is very necessary to complete the knowledge about this enormous group of microorganisms. This paper deals with the research results of studies on the antimicrobial activity of micromycetes of the genus Penicillium, Trichoderma and Talaromyces isolated from the mud, the water column and the biofilm of the lake system of the park "La Izvor" (Chisinau city). The antimicrobial activity of 33 strains was determined by the disk diffusion method, the tested cultures served pathogenic bacteria and fungi that are common on the territory of the Republic of Moldova and cause crop diseases. According to the results obtained, the most active strains of micromycetes turn out to be the strains isolated from the mud, the diameter of the zones of inhibition on the growth of phytopagens varied from 25.0 to 40.0 mm.
PROMOTION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AS INFLUENCED BY TEACHING COMPETENCIES AND PERCEIVED PHYSICAL LITERACY: A CONVERGENT DESIGN
Authors: Licudine Shara Gay C.
Published: January 2025

This study used a convergent mixed methods design to determine the influence of teaching competencies and perceived physical literacy in the promotion of sustainable development goals in physical education. Data were obtained from the participants selected to participate in the quantitative and qualitative phases of the study. The participants were tertiary teachers teaching physical education from various higher education institutions in Region XI. In addition, adapted survey questionnaires, which had undergone validation from a panel of experts and were subjected to pilot testing using a five-point Likert Scale, were used for the quantitative phase, while an open-ended interview guide was used to collect qualitative data related to the research questions using IDI and FGD. Generally, mean, standard deviation and linear regression were used as statistical tools. In the qualitative section, code, content, and thematic analysis were used in the reference. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected simultaneously, followed by data analysis. Further, the results showed that teaching competencies, perceived physical literacy, and promotion of sustainable development goals were very high, indicating teaching competencies were always demonstrated, physical literacy in physical education was always exhibited, and promotion of sustainable development goals in physical education is always evident, respectively. In addition, in a singular capacity, only teaching competencies have a significant influence on the promotion of sustainable development goals in physical education. However, when combined, teaching competencies and perceived physical literacy revealed a significant influence on the promotion of sustainable development goals in physical education. In the qualitative phase of the study, six essential themes emerged from the lived experiences of the participants: fostering active lifestyle and health, promoting an inclusive atmosphere, developing critical thinkers and problem solvers, catering to equal opportunities, promoting social inclusion, and supporting quality education. Meanwhile, six themes emerged on the role of experiences in shaping the beliefs, attitudes, and commitments of the participants: being supportive of holistic development, leaving a legacy, experiencing personal transformation, shaping a sense of agency, pledging to educate and foster awareness, and supporting community engagement. Furthermore, the merging of quantitative and qualitative findings produced a merging-converging nature on the promotion of sustainable development goals and on the roles of experiences in shaping the beliefs, attitudes, and commitments shared by the participants towards promoting sustainable development goals in physical education.
 

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EFFECT OF CEREBRAL LATERALIZATION ON VOLLEYBALL SKILLS
Authors: Kalkan Habeş , Ozdal Mustafa
Published: January 2025

The main purpose of this study is to examine the effects of cerebral lateralization on volleyball skills comprehensively. The task distribution between the right and left hemispheres of the brain and the effects of these hemispheres on the individual's motor skills, coordination ability, and reflexes constitute an important research topic in terms of sports performance. A sociodemographic information form, lateralization test and volleyball skill questionnaire were used for the participants. A total of 108 participants were reached. The SPSS package program was used to statistically analyze the data obtained at the end of the research. When the obtained data were examined, it was seen that there was no significant difference in volleyball basic skills scores according to lateralization groups (p>0.05). As a result, it can be said that the dominant hand usage status does not affect volleyball basic skills.
 

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Setkání svobodných duchů. Friedrich Nietzsche a Blaise Pascal
Authors: Soška Bernard
Published: January 2025

The text presented here is dedicated to the specific features of Pascal’s thought that Nietzsche pursued in his middle period – especially in the works Human, All Too Human and Dawn of Day. The key question that the author tries to answer is: How does Pascal’s tragic view of the world relate to the negative conception of freedom of Nietzsche’s “free spirits”? In his analysis, the author focuses primarily on the opposition between the concepts of the herd and the contemplative life, as well as on the motifs of distraction, boredom, and despair. Last but not least, the article analyzes Nietzsche’s concept of the strong and predisposed temperament, which he applies specifically to Pascal, Montaigne, and Nietzsche himself. In the conclusion of the study, the author attempts to prove the connection between the process of liberation and healing in all three of the above-mentioned authors.
Surgical management and outcomes of childhood hydrocephalus in a resource-challenged setting in Northeast Nigeria
Authors: Daibu Usman , Usman Babagana , Mohammed Babagana , Wabada Samuel
Published: January 2025

Background: Hydrocephalus is the most common neurosurgical presentation among pediatric patients in our center. The specificity of children with this condition justifies special care by a team comprising of pediatric neurosurgeons, anesthesiologist and nurses. A ventriculoperitoneal shunt is the surgical treatment we offer these patients, as facilities for other treatment options are unavailable. This study aimed to determine the outcomes of surgical management of childhood hydrocephalus in our center.
Patients and methods: A retrospective observational study that recruited all pediatric patients aged 16 years and below who had surgical intervention for hydrocephalus in our facility from January 2019 to December 2021. Data was analyzed using simple descriptive statistics.
Results: A total of 73 pediatric patients with hydrocephalus were recruited. The majority (53.4%) were males with a male-to-female ratio of 1.1:1. Most of the patients (53.4%) had acquired hydrocephalus and had ventriculoperitoneal shunt (93.2%) as surgical intervention. Nineteen point two percent (14 patients) had postoperative complications. Proximal shunt obstruction (6.9%); followed by surgical site infection (5.5%) were the most common and occurred commonly in those operated during infancy period. Mortality was higher in patients that had external ventricular drain (EVD). Overall mortality was 5.5%.
Conclusion: Acquired hydrocephalus is the most common type of hydrocephalus in children in our center. Ventriculoperitoneal shunt remains the surgical treatment employed with favorable outcomes despite limitations.
Developing Self-Assessment Instruments to Measure The Pedagogical Competence of Prospective Teacher Students
Authors: Setiawati Esti , Yassin Abdulnassir , Marzuki Sharifah Zannierah Syed , Chen Zhang , Novianto Victor
Published: January 2025

This research aims to develop a self-assessment of the pedagogical competence of prospective teacher students in the school field introduction program. The research method used is research and development with the Plomp model, which consists of five stages: initial investigation, product design, realization/construction, testing, evaluation and revision, and implementation. The sample was determined purposively, totaling 58 students. At the testing stage, experts judge the instruments based on the Content Validity Index. The instrument measured instrument's reliability was measured, and data collected from student teachers was analyzed using descriptive statistical methods. The research results show 1) The Content Validity Index content of the self-assessment instrument is 0.91, which is in the almost perfect category; 2) The reliability inmost more than 0.70, which 2 means it meets the recommended criteria; 3) The Self-assessment showed that 87.08% of study; 3 mastered pedagogic compe which consisted of five aspects.
Learning Model of Local Cultural Values Based on Augmented Reality for Social Science Education in Elementary School
Authors: Sudrajat Ajat , Darojat Ojat , Kustandi Cecep , Purwatiningsih Anastasia Sri Endang , Mikdar Syaeful , Thalib Jasmi Bin Abu
Published: January 2025

Integrating digital technology and local cultural values is needed in the learning process to instill feelings of tolerance and introduce diverse cultures to students. This research aims to analyze the steps of developing an augmented reality-based local cultural values learning model for social education learning in elementary schools. This development method is conducted through R&D adapted from Borg and Gall. This research collaborated with two teachers and ten students in the fifth-grade elementary schools in Lebak Regency, Banten.  Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and questionnaires. The results showed that local cultural values can be integrated with augmented reality technology to introduce cultural diversity to students in elementary schools. This research has implications for the character of elementary school students through the cultivation of local cultural values, namely caring for the environment, obeying the law, truthfulness, being able to collaborate, and understanding the concept of purity.
Designing Augmented Reality-based Tele-Education Management Systems: Improving Access and Interactivity in Remote Learning
Authors: Tarigan Herlina
Published: January 2025

Integrating Augmented Reality (AR) in Tele-Education Management Systems (TEMS) enhances student engagement and interactivity in remote learning. Traditional methods often lack active participation, reducing learning outcomes. This research examines how AR-based TEMS improves interaction, understanding, and retention, especially in STEM education. A qualitative approach using secondary data from peer-reviewed studies, governmental reports, and educational case studies identified AR adoption trends. Findings highlight AR's ability to deliver immersive, interactive learning experiences that surpass traditional methods. However, barriers such as limited internet bandwidth, access to advanced hardware, and inadequate technical support challenge adoption in underserved areas. Solutions include optimizing AR for low-bandwidth environments and providing affordable, mobile-compatible devices. Additionally, AR enhances comprehension and retention of complex concepts, positioning it as a transformative tool for remote education by making learning more interactive, accessible, and effective.