bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Malnutrición y Alteraciones Cardiovasculares: Una Revisión Bibliográfica
Authors: Hidalgo Morales Kattyta Patricia , Jácome Cruz Manuel Patricio , Núñez Núñez Mauricio , Castillo Mayorga Alejandra Monserrath
Published: September 2023

Introducción: La malnutrición se define como la carencia, exceso o desequilibrio de la ingesta calórica y de nutrientes de una persona, esto incluye tres grupos de afectaciones en las cuales se encuentra la desnutrición que incluye la emaciación, la malnutrición y enfermedades por exceso como el sobrepeso, obesidad, diabetes, entre otros. Objetivo: Relacionar la malnutrición con las arritmias cardíacas mediante una revisión bibliográfica para demostrar que la dieta tiene influencia sobre el corazón.   Metodología: Se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica en bases de datos como Google Académico, Cochrane Library, Cureus, New England Journal of Medicine y se recopilaron y revisaron artículos de revisión, artículos aleatorizados y metaanálisis que contenían información sobre el tema de base mediante palabras clave desde el año 2018. Resultados y discusión: El sobrepeso y la obesidad pueden aumentar significativamente el riesgo de desarrollar arritmias cardiacas. Una arritmia cardíaca es una alteración en el ritmo normal del corazón, lo que puede resultar en latidos cardíacos demasiado rápidos, demasiado lentos o irregulares. La hipomagnesemia es una condición médica que se caracteriza por niveles bajos de magnesio en la sangre. El magnesio es un mineral esencial que juega un papel importante en diversas funciones del cuerpo, incluyendo la regulación del ritmo cardíaco. Los trastornos de la conducta alimentaria (TCA), como la anorexia nerviosa, la bulimia nerviosa y el trastorno por atracón, pueden tener graves consecuencias para la salud física y mental de las personas que los padecen. Entre las complicaciones físicas asociadas a los TCA, las arritmias cardíacas son una preocupación importante. El café es una de las bebidas más consumidas en el mundo, pero los efectos agudos del consumo de café en la salud siguen siendo inciertos. Se realizó un ensayo prospectivo, aleatorizado y cruzado de casos para examinar los efectos del café con cafeína sobre la ectopia cardíaca y las arritmias. El alcohol y las arritmias cardiacas están relacionados, y el consumo excesivo de alcohol puede aumentar el riesgo de desarrollar ciertos tipos de arritmias. Conclusiones: La malnutrición es una de las principales causas que desencadenan a largo plazo las arritmias cardíacas que en dependencia de la enfermedad que causen pueden llegar a ser leves o graves que incluso pueden llevar a la muerte del paciente.
Diabetes Mellitus Gestacional y Nutrición
Authors: Hidalgo Morales Kattyta Patricia , Zambrano Alcaciega Angel Norvey , Guanga Lara Verónica , Núñez Núñez Mauricio
Published: September 2023

Introducción: La diabetes mellitus gestacional (DMG) es una alteración en la tolerancia a la glucosa detectada por primera vez durante el embarazo, se diagnostica con mayor frecuencia después de la semana 24 de gestación. La prevelancia de esta enfermedad ha aumnetado considerablemente en los ultimos años, debido a la presencia de factores genéticos y ambientales. La nutrición cumple un papel importante en el manejo de pacientes que presentan esta enfermedad. Metodología: Se realizó una búsqueda sistémica de literatura existente sobre el tema en distintas bases de datos, información actualizada de los ultimos cinco años en idioma inglés o español. Se obtuvieron un total de 398 artículos, se excluyeron 348 y los 14 artículos restantes fueron seleccionados para ser avaluados. Resultados: De los 14 artículos, el 75% abordaron temas relacionados con patrones dietéticos: prudente, vegetal, occidental y mediterráneo, cada uno con un grupo de alimentos en particular que podia reducir o incrementar el riesgo de desarrollar DMG. Tambien se evaluaron las intervenciones basadas en suplementos nutricionales, complementados con la realización de actividad física de intensidad moderada. Discusión: Los hallazgos mostraron que los patrones dietéticos: prudente, vegetal y mediterraneo como saludables y capaces de reducir el riesgo desarrollar DMG. Estudios realizados hasta la actualidad, sugieren que la administración de suplementos nutricionales: probióticos, vitaminas (D y E) y minerales ( zinc, calcio, magensio) mejoran la absorción de glucosa por las células y reducen el estrés oxidativo; efectos beneficiosos que limitan el desarrollo de DMG. Conclusión: La revisión sistémica de la literatura disponible del tema sugiere que se han mostrado asociaciones beneficiosas de diversos nutrientes, alimentos y patrones dietéticos que desempeñan un papel importante en la prevención de la DMG.
Subjetividades de los Pacientes con Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 con Respecto a su Enfermedad y Tratamiento
Authors: Rojas Jaramillo Daniela , Castaño Moncada Laura Marcela , Hernández Botero Maria Camila , Lemos González Rosa Angélica , Agudelo Ramírez Alexandra
Published: September 2023

Introducción: la Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 (DM2) es una enfermedad crónica que afecta a 422 millones de personas al año a nivel mundial, esta se ha convertido en un problema de salud pública. Objetivo: describir lo que evidencia la literatura científica a cerca de las subjetividades de los pacientes con DM2 respecto a su enfermedad y tratamiento. Metodología: se realizó la búsqueda de 50 artículos que debían cumplir los siguientes criterios de inclusión: artículos originales y de comunicación breve, en idioma inglés o español, publicados entre los años 2006 y 2018. Se utilizaron las siguientes bases de datos: Google Académico, Medscape, PubMed, Scielo, Redalyc, Ovid, EBSCO, DOTEC-Colombia, Biblioteca Virtual del Ministerio de Salud, Dialnet, Biblioteca Virtual en Salud y MEDES. Resultados: de acuerdo a la bibliografía consultada se puede evidenciar que las personas que padecen de DM2 en el momento que reciben el diagnostico empiezan a presentar diversas subjetividades que se van a ver reflejadas en la aceptación de la enfermedad, adherencia al tratamiento y en la aparición de complicaciones. Conclusión: el estudio de las subjetividades de los pacientes diabéticos permite comprender cómo el diagnóstico y desarrollo de la enfermedad cambia su manera de entender la vida, sus comportamientos y las relaciones con su entorno; además posibilita interpretar de manera amplia los aspectos psicosociales relacionados con la adherencia al tratamiento y como las complicaciones impactan en la evolución de la patología.
Componentes Celulares Do Sistema Nervoso: Uma Revisão Narrativa De Literatura
Authors: De Souza Campos Eduardo Antonio , Agrela Rodrigues Fabiano De Abreu , Ramos Zamora Gudayo Nathalie Karolina l , Chaves De Carvalho Luiz Felipe
Published: September 2023

Introdução: O sistema nervoso é um sistema complexo e vital que controla e coordena todas as atividades do corpo. Ele permite a comunicação rápida entre diferentes órgãos e sistemas, permitindo respostas rápidas a estímulos internos e externos. Objetivo: Compreender mediante revisão bibliográfica as estruturas e funções dos componentes que integram o sistema nervoso. Metodologia: o estudo atual consiste em uma revisão narrativa de literatura sobre os elementos celulares que compõem o sistema nervoso. Resultados e conclusão: O sistema nervoso é vital para o corpo humano, supervisionando desde funções fundamentais, como respiração e batimentos cardíacos, até processos mentais como pensamentos e emoções. Sua importância se reflete na regulação do corpo e na capacidade de se ajustar ao ambiente.
Nutrição: transparência nos rótulos e informações ao consumidor
Authors: De Sales Santiago Patrícia Rosany , Agrela Rodrigues Fabiano de Abreu
Published: September 2023

O Ministério da Saúde lançou o Guia Alimentar para a População em 2014, que definiu alimentos ultraprocessados como produtos prontos para consumo feitos principalmente de substâncias sintéticas. Além dos danos do consumo excessivo, os rótulos dos alimentos são difíceis de entender e influenciam as escolhas alimentares. É necessário conscientizar a população sobre escolhas saudáveis para promover a saúde pública, considerando o aumento de doenças crônicas degenerativas devido à alteração nos padrões alimentares e estilo de vida sedentário. O documento apresenta uma base literária essencial, embasada em uma perspectiva qualitativa e investigativa. As referências consultadas são acessíveis em plataformas tanto nacionais quanto internacionais, e podem ser encontradas em idiomas como o português e o inglês. O objetivo deste artigo é abordar a importância da transparência nos rótulos nutricionais e fornecer informações relevantes aos consumidores. Apesar de a rotulagem alimentar auxiliar na escolha de alimentos saudáveis, há falta de entendimento. Normas legais devem estabelecer padrões higiênico-sanitários, considerando baixo nível de compreensão e confiabilidade nos rótulos. No Brasil, o Ministério da Saúde destaca a importância da rotulagem clara e a Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (Anvisa) é responsável pela regulamentação. Novas regras foram anunciadas em 2022, visando melhorar a legibilidade dos rótulos e incluir informações como açúcares totais e adicionados. Outros países, como Argentina, Chile, México e Uruguai, também implementaram regulamentações para rotulagem nutricional. Nos Estados Unidos, o uso do Rótulo de Informações Nutricionais (NFL) é obrigatório desde 1990, e regras revisadas foram lançadas em 2016 para tornar as informações mais claras.
New species of genus Trismelasmos Schoorl, 1990 (Lepidoptera, Cossidae, Zeuzerinae) from Obi Island (Indonesia)
Authors: Yakovlev Roman V.
Published: September 2023

The article describes Trismelasmos obiensis Yakovlev sp. nov. distributed in Obi Island (Indonesia, North Maluku Province). The article has two illustrations.
К МОДЕЛИРОВАНИЮ БОЛЬШИХ ДЕФОРМАЦИЙ РАЗНОМОДУЛЬНЫХ УПРУГИХ СРЕД
Authors: Kovtanyuk L.V. , Panchenko G.L. , Popova E.O.
Published: September 2023

For nonlinear elastic isotropic media with different moduli, deformations of shape change are considered. Using the proposed model relations, a solution of a boundary value problem of the rectilinear motion of a medium in a round pipe under the action of a variable pressure drop is obtained. The obtained results are compared with the exact solution for a nonlinear elastic isotropic medium.

Для разномодульных нелинейных упругих изотропных сред рассмотрены деформации изменения формы. С использованием предложенных модельных соотношений получено решение краевой задачи о прямолинейном движении среды в круглой трубе под действием переменного перепада давления. Приводится сравнение полученных результатов с точным решением для нелинейной упругой изотропной среды.
ОБ ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИИ КОМПОНЕНТ ДЕФОРМАЦИИ В СЛУЧАЕ КРУЧЕНИЯ ИЗОТРОПНЫХ СТЕРЖНЕЙ, НАХОДЯЩИХСЯ ПОД ДЕЙСТВИЕМ ВНЕШНЕГО ДАВЛЕНИЯ
Authors: Mironov B.G. , Mironov Yu.B.
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we study the deformed state of an isotropic rod made of an ideal rigidplastic material, assuming that the rod is twisted around its axis. The torsion of isotropic and anisotropic ideally plastic rods was considered in [1–5]. In [6–9], the torsion of rods under the action of linear pressure.

В настоящей работе исследуется деформированное состояние изотропного стержня из идеального жесткопластического материала, в предположении, что стержень закручивается вокруг своей оси. Кручение изотропных и анизотропных идеально пластических стержней рассмотрено в работах [1–5]. В работах [6–9] исследовано кручение стержней, находящихся под действием линейного давления.
ЭКСПЕРИМЕНТАЛЬНЫЕ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ СЛОЖНОГО НАГРУЖЕНИЯ ЛАТУНИ Л63 НА ДВУЗВЕННЫХ ЛОМАНЫХ ТРАЕКТОРИЯХ ТИПА “СМЕЩЕННЫЙ ВЕЕР”
Authors: Zubchaninov V.G. , Gultyaev V.I. , Alekseev A.A. , Dvuzhilov A.S.
Published: September 2023

Experimental results of the study are presented complex loading of the material brass L63 by two-link broken lines by type “displaced fan”. Experimental studies were carried out on automated experimental and computational complex SN-EVM. Represented experimental results: trajectories with break angles 90°, 135°, 180°and the length of the first link is E1=3% . The scalar and vector properties of the L63 brass material are studied. Suggested options for approximating deformation diagrams for simple and complex loading.

Представлены экспериментальные результаты исследования сложного нагружения материала латунь Л63 по двузвенным ломаным по типу “смещенного веера”. Экспериментальные исследования проводились на автоматизированном экспериментально-расчетном комплексе СН-ЭВМ. Представлены результаты экспериментов: траекторий с углами излома 90°, 135°, 180°и длиной первого звена Э1=3% . Исследованы скалярные и векторные свойства материала латунь Л63. Предложены варианты аппроксимации диаграмм деформирования при простом и сложном нагружениях.
УПРУГОПЛАСТИЧЕСКОЕ СОСТОЯНИЕ АНИЗОТРОПНОЙ СРЕДЫ, ОСЛАБЛЕННОЙ ГОРИЗОНТАЛЬНОЙ ЭЛЛИПТИЧЕСКОЙ ПОЛОСТЬЮ С УЧЕТОМ СИЛЫ ТЯЖЕСТИ
Authors: Matveev S.V. , Matveeva A.N. , Aleksandrov A.H.
Published: September 2023

The paper considers the solution of the problem of determining the elastoplastic state of a heavy space weakened by an elliptical hole. The heavy medium material has the properties of anisotropy. The problem was solved by the small parameter method. The force of gravity, anisotropic properties of the material, and ellipticity were taken into account in the first approximation.

В работе рассмотрено решение задачи определения упругопластического состояния тяжелого пространства, ослабленного отверстием эллиптической формы. Материал среды обладает свойствами анизотропии. Решение задачи выполнялось методом малого параметра. Учет силы тяжести, анизотропных свойств материала и эллиптичности осуществлялся в первом приближении.
Measuring Habitat Restoration using the Darwin and "Event" Cores: Australian examples powered by BioCollect
Authors: Brenton Peter , Eby Peggy , Stevenson Robert , Ellwood Elizabeth
Published: September 2023

Habitat decline and fragmentation are major factors in biodiversity loss across the globe and can be difficult to measure, particularly at landscape scale (Brooks et al. 2002, Fahrig 2003, Ritchie and Roser 2019). In Australia, rural, coastal and urban communities have been undertaking habitat restoration activities since the mid-1980s to protect and restore ecological balance on private land and in local shared and natural spaces. Much of the restoration effort has centered around hands-on activities as a mechanism for building community with environmental benefits. Over such a time span, thousands of locations throughout the country have been transformed from degraded and highly disturbed landscapes into resemblances of more-or-less natural areas.

However, collecting and analysing data for these activities was given little attention until quite recently, as governments, philanthropists and other investors have become increasingly interested in measuring the value and outcomes from investment. To measure the effectiveness of the restoration effort, it is essential to to benchmark the environmental state and species composition before the restoration begins, but surprisingly or unsurprisingly, this is rarely done (Hale et al. 2019).

Responding to this call for better documentation of restoration outcomes, over 30 groups have been using the Atlas of Living Australia’s BioCollect platform to capture complex information about current and past restoration work. The BioCollect platform enables each type of monitoring, establishment, and follow-up activity to have its own data collection schema and associated metadata structured around using a hierarchy of sampling events based on the Event class in the Darwin Core standard, which allows relationships between types of event records to be specified. When event records are created through use of an activity-based template, each occurrence of a species is also parsed and configured as a Darwin Core occurrence record. Standard templates have been created for a range of activities, such as benchmarking assessments, site establishment, follow-up interventions and monitoring over time, which are being used by many different groups over large areas of the landscape. This allows each group to operate independently, yet collect standardised data that can be easily aggregated at larger temporal and spatial scales, quantifying change over time. The relationships between occurrences and the event context in which they were collected is also preserved and navigable.

Here we present how Darwin Core and Event Core have been implemented in the BioCollect platform to enable this important data to be collected and stored in its full richness and resolution.
Invasions, Plagues, and Epidemics: The Atlas of Living Australia’s deep dive into biosecurity
Authors: Turley Andrew , Roger Erin
Published: September 2023

Early detection of new incursions of species of biosecurity concern is crucial to protecting Australia’s environment, agriculture, and cultural heritage. As Australia’s largest biodiversity data repository, the Atlas of Living Australia (ALA) is often the first platform where new species incursions are recorded. The ALA holds records of more than 2,380 exotic species and over 1.9 million occurrences of pests, weeds, and diseases—many of which are reported though citizen science. However, until recently there has been no systematic mechanism for notifying relevant biosecurity authorities of potential biosecurity threats. To address this, the ALA partnered with the (Australian) Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry to develop the Biosecurity Alerts System. Two years on, the project has demonstrated the benefits of biosecurity alerts, but significant barriers exist as we now work to expand this system to State and Territory biosecurity agencies, and seek new sources of biosecurity data. In our presentation, we discuss a brief history of invasive alien species in Australia, the Biosecurity Alerts System, and how we are approaching issues with taxonomy, data standards, and cultural sensitivities in aggregating biosecurity data. We conclude by detailing our progress in expanding the alerts system and tackling systemic issues to help elevate Australia’s biosecurity system.
Linguistic Modification When Developing Case Studies: An Integrative Review
Authors: Olson Christine M.
Published: September 2023

Background:

Students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds experience language barriers that influence their progression through nursing programs. Linguistic modification is a strategy that eliminates unnecessary wording and cultural bias to improve learning outcomes for students from diverse backgrounds. This integrative review adds to the knowledge of best practices in linguistic modification that can be applied to designing case studies for nursing students with diverse backgrounds.

Method:

A comprehensive review of the literature was conducted in scholarly scientific databases from 2002 to the present.

Results:

Twenty-three articles discussed linguistic modification or summarized previous literature. Only four research studies were found pertaining to linguistic modification for culturally and linguistically diverse nursing students. Faculty and student practices that ameliorated language barriers were identified.

Conclusion:

The use of linguistic modification throughout a nursing curriculum creates an inclusive learning environment. Further research is needed on linguistic modification in nursing education.

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J Nurs Educ
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Word-level dual channel with multi-head semantic attention interaction for community question answering
Authors: Wu Jinmeng , Hong HanYu , Zhang YaoZong , Hao YanBin , Ma Lei , Wang Lei
Published: September 2023

The semantic matching problem detects whether the candidate text is related to a specific input text. Basic text matching adopts the method of statistical vocabulary information without considering semantic relevance. Methods based on Convolutional neural networks (CNN) and Recurrent networks (RNN) provide a more optimized structure that can merge the information in the entire sentence into a single sentence-level representation. However, these representations are often not suitable for sentence interactive learning. We design a multi-dimensional semantic interactive learning model based on the mechanism of multiple written heads in the transformer architecture, which not only considers the correlation and position information between different word levels but also further maps the representation of the sentence to the interactive three-dimensional space, so as to solve the problem and the answer can select the best word-level matching pair, respectively. Experimentally, the algorithm in this paper was tested on Yahoo! and StackEx open-domain datasets. The results show that the performance of the method proposed in this paper is superior to the previous CNN/RNN and BERT-based methods.
Vector valued bilinear Calderón-Zygmund operators with kernels of Dini's type in variable exponents Herz-Morrey spaces
Authors: Yang Yanqi , Wu Qi
Published: September 2023

The main purpose of this paper is to establish the weighted boundedness result of vector valued bilinear $ \varpi(t) $-type Calderón-Zygmund operators in variable exponents Herz-Morrey spaces, where $ \varpi $ being nondecreasing and $ \varpi\in \rm{Dini}(1) $.
Weighted estimates for commutators associated to singular integral operator satisfying a variant of Hörmander's condition
Authors: Sun Jie , Chen Jiamei
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we establish some boundedness for commutators generated by the singular integral operator satisfying a variant of Hörmander's condition and a weighted BMO function on weighted Hardy spaces and weighted Herz spaces. As an application, we obtain some classical results.
Teachers' Perceptions of Digital Language Learning Strategies
Authors: Salam El-Dakhs Dina Abdel , Ozfidan Burhan , Ibrahim Nermine Galal
Published: September 2023

The last four decades witnessed a plethora of research on language learning strategies (LLS) in the English as a foreign language (EFL) classroom. However, there is a paucity of research on the newly developed digital language learning strategies (DLLS), particularly with reference to teachers' perceptions. For this study, the authors examined the perceptions of university teachers of the importance of DLLS for EFL learners. To this end, they collected data using Kim and Bae's 60-item survey from 52 teachers at a private Egyptian university. Using exploratory factor analysis (EFA), they removed 10 items from the survey because they revealed unsatisfactory loading numbers toward other variables. The EFA outcomes extracted six factors that described 54.13% of the total variance. In this context, the teachers perceived several cognitive, metacognitive, memory, compensation, affective, and social strategies as extremely important for students. This study calls for the systematic incorporation of the DLLS in the EFL classroom, particularly through explicit intervention. Additionally, it calls for further research on the DLLS for their great significance in our new digital world.
Evaluating the Cavitation Erosion of 7075-T651 Aluminum Alloy Heat Treated by Artificial Aging at 140 °C for 12 Hours
Authors: Luca Alexandru Nicolae , Bordeasu Ilare , Micu Lavinia Madalina , Ghera Cristan , Bădărău Rodica , Salcianu Cornelia Laura , Ostoia Daniel , Hluscu Mihai , Sîrbu Nicuşor Alin
Published: September 2023

Aluminum-based alloys, due to their high properties compared to pure aluminum, have expanded their use in building the aircraft strength structures, in the automotive construction and in the naval field. Some of these, such as the radome (aircraft nose) and the wings of the airplane, are exposed also to intense stress from the erosion created by the impact with the raindrops. The literature considers this type of damage to be assimilated by the erosion trough cavitation. Therefore, the paper presents the results of the behavior and resistance to erosion trough vibratory cavitation of the 7075 - T651 aluminum alloy structure, heat treated by artificial aging at 140 °C for 12 hours. The research has been carried out on a standard device that complies with the requirements described in ASTM G32-2016. The structure strength obtained through the researched heat treatment, is evaluated through comparison with the state obtained by artificial aging at 180 °C with a similar duration of 12 hours. The evaluation is done by comparing the parameters recommended by the ASTM G32-2016 norms of the two heat treatments. The results show that the achieved gain is slightly increased.
Effect of Wall Angle on Thickness Distribution in Single Point Incremental Forming: Finite Element Analysis and Theoretical Approach
Authors: Shelke Rahul , Gajre Sudarshan
Published: September 2023

The incremental sheet forming process (ISF) is the emerging forming process in the small size product manufacturing industries where as embossing, stamping, coining operations can be used to produce a product in large quantity. Therefore, ISF is one of the best solution to decrease the cost of production when a small quantity of product is demanded. In present study Efforts are devoted to study the effect of wall angle on sheet thinning, reaction forces, reaction moments, etc. for truncated cone of aluminium alloy (AA1050) using Finite Element simulation. Initially, A MATLAB code was written for spiral tool path. Modeling and simulation was done in ABAQUS software. Thereafter, a theoretical sheet thickness was computed using sine law and it was found out to be in close agreement with simulated sheet thickness.
Mechanical Characterization According to Mo Contents of the As-Casted Ti-xMo-2Fe Alloy
Authors: Hwang Hyo Woon , Lee Dong Geun
Published: September 2023

Beta stabilizing elements cause high processing cost due to their high density and high melting point. Ti-xMo-2Fe alloy is metastable beta titanium alloy containing a low-cost beta stabilizing elements, and it is possible to secure excellent price competitiveness. Microstructure characterization and mechanical properties of a new designed Ti-xMo-2Fe alloys were investigated by Optical microscope, Vickers hardness, room temperature tensile test, in this study. The microstructure and mechanical properties were different depending on Mo contents, and Ti-9.2Mo-2Fe showed high hardness and brittle failure due to the high Mo content. As a result, Ti-3.4Mo-2Fe showed a tensile strength of 821.2 MPa and a high elongation of 10.3%.
Smart Containerization as a Determinant of Supply Chain Visibility in Sea Freight Cargo: A Case Study of Apparel Industry in Sri Lanka
Authors: Nanayakkara K. D. M. H.
Published: September 2023

As a prominent exporter, the apparel sector draws considerable attention in the Sri Lankan economy. As most apparel supply chain occurs through sea freight, there is a significant demand for more visibility for end-to-end movements. Due to technological innovations, smart containerization has become popular with the prevailing problems in apparel supply chains to enhance its visibility, reliability, and efficient demands. The study aims to understand the concept and the related influencing factors in enhancing the supply chain process performance. The study followed the qualitative approach, and the case study strategy was used by conducting in-depth interviews selecting six experienced professionals from the logistics & supply chain sector in the selected leading apparel export organization in Sri Lanka. NVivo software assisted in the transcript coding process of the analysis while deriving the influencing factors. The study explored technological, financial, and social avenues and influences as contributions to the inbound and outbound logistics process of the apparel industry.
An Analysis of Success Factors of Digital Entrepreneurs in Western Province, Sri Lanka
Authors: Mudalige D. M.
Published: September 2023

Digital technologies have altered the nature of uncertainty in entrepreneurial processes. Although some of the online startups in Sri Lanka have strived, many have failed within a few years of inception. Little research has been carried out regarding opportunities, challenges, and critical success factors of digital entrepreneurship. This research aimed to identify the critical success factors that determine the successful implementation of digital business. Based on the literature review, competency in digital business strategy, IT business process integration, and relationship competency were identified as antecedents of E-business success. Quantitative research methods were used, and data were collected by using a questionnaire. A randomly selected sample of 120 digital entrepreneurs in Western Province, Sri Lanka were analyzed using the Partial Least Squares Structured Equation Modeling. Findings reveal a significant positive relationship between competency in digital business strategy, IT business process integration, and relationship competency and e-business success. Based on the results, the study recommends actions entrepreneurs and governments can undertake to succeed in digital business.
Extragenital canine transmissible venereal tumours: A case series
Authors: Bandaranayaka B. M. L. N. , Kabilan S. , Perera K. A. R. K. , Abeykoon C. , Wijayawardhane K. A. N. , Ariyarathne H. M. S.
Published: September 2023

Transmissible venereal tumour is a contagious tumour frequently found in dogs in Sri Lanka. Generally, canine TVT (cTVT) is transmitted via sexual intercourse and therefore the lesions are typically found in external genitals of dogs. Due to the characteristic cauliflower like gross appearance of gross lesions of TVT, diagnosis of genital TVT is mostly easy and straight forward when confirmed by cytology. However, TVT cells may transplant on mucous membranes other than external genitals due to social behaviours of dogs and produce atypical lesions at extra genital sites. Extra genital TVT is difficult to diagnose, especially when the affected dogs lacking concurrent genital lesions. Only a limited number of extragenital cTVT case reports are published in Sri Lanka and this report provide a comprehensive description of extragenital cTVT in nine dogs presented with a variety of lesions, diagnosis and response to treatment with vincristine sulphate.
Unusual case of severe aortic regurgitation in a child with bicuspid aortic valve
Authors: Avesani Martina , Sabatino Jolanda , Sirico Domenico , Di Salvo Giovanni
Published: September 2023

Aortic regurgitation (AR) is common after aortic balloon valvuloplasty in children and it has been associated with large balloon/annulus ratio, abnormal valve morphology and aortic valve prolapse. We present a rare case of severe AR after aortic balloon valvuloplasty due to aortic strands rupture, causing prolapse of the co-joined cusp.  These findings were identified by 3D echocardiography, highlighting the importance of this imaging technique even in pediatric patients.
Coronary artery calcium score: we know where we are but not where we may be
Authors: Mattesi Giulia , Savo Maria Teresa , De Amicis Morena , Amato Filippo , Cozza Elena , Corradin Simone , Da Pozzo Stefano , Previtero Marco , Bariani Riccardo , De Conti Giorgio , Rigato Ilaria , Pergola Valeria , Motta Raffaella
Published: September 2023

Cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) has emerged as a cost-effective and time-saving technique for excluding coronary artery disease. One valuable tool obtained by CCTA is the coronary artery calcium (CAC) score. The use of CAC scoring has shown promise in risk assessment and stratification of cardiovascular disease. CAC scores can be complemented by plaque analysis to assess vulnerable plaque characteristics and further refine risk assessment. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the value of the CAC as a prognostic tool and its implications for patient risk assessment, treatment strategies and outcomes. CAC scoring has demonstrated superior ability in stratifying patients, especially asymptomatic individuals, compared to traditional risk factors and scoring systems. The main evidence suggests that individuals with a CAC score of 0 had a good long-term prognosis, while elevated CAC score is associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Finally, the clinical power of CAC scoring and the develop of new models for risk stratification could be enhanced by machine learning algorithms.
‘Ansia e depressione’: documento Consensus Conference 2022 del Ministero della Salute. Quale lo scopo? La domanda è buona e necessita di una risposta
Authors: Gandolfi Miriam
Published: September 2023

Il documento in discussione interroga tutta la comunità scientifica e in particolare quella dedicata alla tutela della salute fisica e mentale. Quale il metodo scelto che risponde a criteri realmente scientifici? Quali le implicazioni etiche e deontologiche? Quanta l’attenzione all’età evolutiva indispensabile per una corretta prevenzione e tutela dei futuri cittadini? Quale la comprensione raggiunta circa i processi patologici indagati? Quale l’efficacia dello strumento definito ‘Consensus Conference’ per informare e raggiungere i Cittadini? L’autrice processa con attenzione questi aspetti presenti nel testo e restituisce alla comunità scientifica coinvolta nuovi quesiti indispensabili per un approccio laico (privo di connotazioni e di pregiudizi di scuola psicologica specifica), ma coerente con il metodo scientifico, indispensabile alla crescita collettiva della conoscenza. Il suo sforzo nel commentarlo mira non tanto a segnalare cosa condivide o meno o entrare nel merito di contenuti specifici, ma a segnalare passaggi cruciali in cui confusione tra livello epistemologico, teorico e tecnico generano slittamenti, e intrecci di livelli rischiando di allontanare anziché avvicinare la meta che si propone.
Commento al documento finale della Consensus Conference sulle terapie psicologiche per ansia e depressione. Quali evidenze scientifiche?
Authors: Lo Coco Gianluca
Published: September 2023

Il presente commento ha l’obiettivo di evidenziare vantaggi e limiti dell’approccio scientifico basato sulle evidenze nel campo del trattamento psicoterapeutico. Pur riconoscendo l’importanza che le linee-guida ai trattamenti psicologici siano basate su solide evidenze scientifiche, permane la difficoltà relativa alla loro applicazione nei contesti di cura. Tali limiti sono ascrivibili soprattutto all’utilizzo dei disegni di ricerca sperimentali controllati (Randomized Controlled Trials, RCT), che si adattano parzialmente a trattamenti terapeutici non manualizzati rivolti a pazienti con condizioni psicopatologiche complesse. Gli studi metanalitici sul trattamento dell’ansia e della depressione inoltre sottolineano come la qualità metodologica degli studi di efficacia con RCT abbiano un livello di evidenza limitato. La ricerca in psicoterapia e le linee-guida ai trattamenti per ansia e depressione deve muoversi maggiormente verso la prospettiva della personalizzazione dell’intervento clinico.
La magia del doppiaggio. Un’esperienza didattica innovativa presso un liceo e uno strumento terapeutico di gruppo per gli adolescenti di Parma
Authors: Arletti Emanuele
Published: September 2023

Luglio 2021, circa un anno e mezzo dopo l’inizio della pandemia COVID. Durante questo tempo di riflessioni, emergenze, notizie e cambiamenti, inizio a chiedermi come posso essere di aiuto nel contesto scuola, per sostenere ragazzi e ragazze nel loro percorso di crescita, in un modo nuovo. Un modo che possa includere il lavoro sul gruppo e sulle relazioni, la voce e la respirazione, il corpo, la consapevolezza di sé e delle proprie qualità psico-emotive e di sentire, accogliere e trasformare le paure e l’ansia in forza, energia vitale e consapevolezza. Un modo nuovo che esca dai confini della stanza di terapia ed entri, con gentilezza, professionalità ed entusiasmo, nei contesti scolastici di gruppo in cui transita la vita mattutina degli adolescenti. [...]
Ciclo di incontri ‘Giovani: forme dello stare nel mondo’. 30 marzo, 13 e 27 aprile 2023, Parma
Authors: Di Fabio Manuela
Published: September 2023

L’Associazione ‘Progetto Sum’ - Il Soggetto al Centro, in collaborazione con l’Università di Parma, Laboratorio di Ricerca Smart City 4.0 sustainable LAB e CIRS - Centro Interdipartimentale di Ricerca Sociale UNIPR, ha presentato, sotto forma di conversazione, tre momenti dedicati all’approfondimento del tema Giovani e delle forme di relazione e dello stare nel mondo che li vedono protagonisti. Gli incontri, svolti in tre serate distinte, 30 marzo, 13 e 27 aprile, hanno visto la presenza di tre relatori in sinergia tra loro: Prof. Fabio Vanni, psicologo e psicoterapeuta, Prof. Alessandro Bosi, sociologo e Prof. Dario Costi, architetto e urbanista. [...]
Platelet-rich plasma's (PRP) impacts on accelerated canine movement
Authors: Le Lam N. , Do Thao T. , T. Truong Ngan B. , V. Le Phuong K.
Published: September 2023

OBJECTIVE:

To investigate the impact of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on canine movement acceleration.

METHODS:

Randomized clinical trial split-mouth study with a double-blind design and controlled group on 31 orthodontic patients, which had been indicated bilateral maxillary first premolar extraction. Each patient recorded clinical features, analyzed lateral cephalometric film, and evaluated the acceleration on dental models at every specific interval.

RESULT:

The cumulative distance to the distal canines was larger for the PRP injection group than for the control group at three time points (4 weeks, 8 weeks, and 12 weeks), all of which were statistically significant. The PRP injection group's canine distal width increased from the first 4 weeks (ΔT1) to the highest in the middle 4 weeks (ΔT2 = 1.78 ± 0.11 mm/month), and then it gradually decreased in the last 4 weeks (ΔT3). The speed of the PRP-injected canine was faster than the control group by 1.51 times.

CONCLUSION:

PRP can accelerate the speed of canine movement in orthodontics and can be applied for severe cases, for example, impacted tooth retraction, molar protraction or retraction, and other cases.
The Power of AI-Assisted Diagnosis
Authors: Wang Jiaji
Published: September 2023

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have unleashed a wave of transformative technologies, and one area that has witnessed significant progress is AI-assisted diagnosis in healthcare. With the ability to analyze vast amounts of medical data, learn from patterns, and make accurate predictions, AI systems hold immense potential to revolutionize the diagnostic process, enabling earlier detection, improved accuracy, and personalized treatment recommendations. This review aims to explore the impact of AI in healthcare, specifically focusing on its role in assisting physicians with diagnosis, highlighting the benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations associated with the integration of AI systems into clinical practice. Through the utilization of AI's capabilities, the enhancement of patient outcomes, optimization of resource allocation, and the reshaping of medical professionals' approaches to diagnosis and treatment can be achieved.
Nuclear Electric Strayton Propulsion
Authors: Dyson Rodger
Published: September 2023

This work establishes and describes a new nuclear electric propulsion technology category for achieving a much lower system alpha in future space transport vehicles to significantly reduce transit time to Mars and other deep space science mission destinations. The new power conversion technology combines the Brayton cycle with a thermoacoustic Stirling cycle into a Closed Strayton Quad Generator that significantly increases the efficiency, specific power, and maximum turbine inlet temperature while insuring high reliability and long-life operation. A proposed design of this power conversion system is presented along with a performance and mass comparison to current state of practice.
Energy Storage Requirements and Implementation for a Lunar Base Microgrid
Authors: Weaver Wayne
Published: September 2023

Future lunar missions will utilize a Lunar DC microgrid (LDCMG) to construct the infrastructure for distributing, storing, and utilizing electrical energy. The LDCMG’s energy management, of which energy storage systems (ESS) are crucial components, will be essential to the success of the missions. Standard system design currently employs a rule-of-thumb approach in which design methodologies rely on heuristics that may only evaluate local power balancing requirements. The Hamiltonian surface shaping and power flow control (HSSPFC) method can also be utilized to analyze and design the lunar LDCMG power distribution network and ESS. In this research, the HSSPFC method will be utilized to determine the ideal energy storage requirements for ESS and the optimally distributed control architecture. This paper summarizes the HSSPFC application to the LDCMG, along with an example of an operational scenario that outlines the trade-offs for the selection, design, and implementation of the ESS devices.
Steel, Corrosion-Resistant, Bars, Wire, Forgings, and Forging Stock 15.5Cr - 1.8Mo - 0.20N (0.37 - 0.45C) Electroslag Remelted
Authors:   AMS F Corrosion and Heat Resistant Alloys Committee
Published: September 2023

This specification covers a premium aircraft-quality, corrosion-resistant steel in the form of bars, wire, forgings, and forging stock.
Model of Heritage Interpretation Adapted to Public Co-participation
Authors: Pirkovič Jelka , Kocbek Luka
Published: September 2023

Dealing with interpretation, we first revisited the theoretical models of hermeneutics (hermeneutical cycle), semantics (triangle) and information sciences, as well as the model of heritage interpretation pedagogy. To design a more appropriate heritage interpretation model that meets the requirements of full public participation, we defined the key concepts (on top of heritage interpretation itself): memory, knowledge and values. The arguments for such a choice have been expounded from three viewpoints: semantics (defining their current meaning and etymology of terms), neuroscience and heritage studies (in Slovenia and some other countries, we use the term ‘heritology’ – denoting the interdisciplinary field of heritage studies). The paper concludes by outlining the heritage interpretation model, graphically presented in two diagrams: the structural one in the form of a three-circle Venn diagram with the corresponding matrix and the process diagram following the adaptive management pattern. The discussion presents critical issues of the model and points out some advantages of its practical implementation.
Slovenska književnost v nemškem, francoskem in italijanskem prevodu (1992–2021)
Authors: Rozman Julija , Žigon Tanja , Mezeg Adriana
Published: September 2023

Članek obravnava prevodno dejavnost iz periferne slovenščine v centralna jezika nemščino in francoščino ter v polperiferno italijanščino v zadnjih tridesetih letih (1992–2021). Po rezultatih izstopajo prevodi v nemščino, kar po eni strani lahko pripišemo tesnim zgodovinskim, družbenim in političnim vezem med Slovenijo in nemško govorečimi državami, po drugi strani pa prevode v nemščino spodbuja Javna agencija za knjigo RS, in sicer predvsem v okviru priprav na frankfurtski knjižni sejem leta 2023. Književnih prevodov v francoščino je 2,7-krat manj kot v nemščino, medtem ko se v italijanščino prevaja veliko več kot v francoščino. Čeprav se količina književnih prevodov v nemščino in italijanščino zdi spodbudna, imajo prevodi iz slovenščine na ciljnih trgih vseh treh jezikov periferni položaj. To pomeni, da redkokateremu slovenskemu avtorju uspe doseči odmevnost na nacionalni ravni ciljnih trgov, kar je pogosto rezultat vztrajnih prizadevanj posameznikov.
Hacia una catequesis inculturada. La catequesis, lugar de encuentro de la fe con las culturas contemporáneas
Authors: Alberich Sotomayor Emilio
Published: September 2023

Las exigencias del diálogo entre la fe y la cultura actual han obligado a plantearse seriamente la tarea de "inculturación" del cristianismo, una misión necesaria aunque compleja y delicada. Tras definir los términos principales del tema, se exponen los criterios a seguir y los equilibrios necesarios para su adecuada realización. A continuación se describe el objeto principal de este estudio: la inculturación de la catequesis. En primer lugar, los agentes o personas responsables de la inculturación (la comunidad cristiana, los diferentes servicios o ministerios, el papel de los catequistas), los aspectos o lugares particularmente implicados (pequeñas comunidades cristianas, catequesis locales, catequesis populares, etc.). El estudio termina destacando algunos de los posibles riesgos y dificultades que la tarea de inculturar la catequesis debería intentar superar.
Una nota sobre Marsilio Ficino y la religiosidad renacentista
Authors: Sánchez Espillaque Jéssica
Published: September 2023

El pensamiento humanista y cristiano se da la mano en un hombre como Marsilio Ficino, que desde el furor religioso y platónico se acerca a a la religiosidad renacentista. Un espíritu que se ha distinguido, principalmente, por dos conceptos: paz y tolerancia.
Etnoconhecimento na Amazônia: Agricultura tradicional no Médio Amazonas
Authors: Albuquerque Kamila Cunha de , Corrêa Guilherme Resende , Campos Primula Viana
Published: September 2023

A agricultura tradicional na Amazônia, expressa a percepção dos agricultores sobre o solo - etnoconhecimento. Este trabalho, abrange unidades de várzea e terra firme, inseridas no município de Urucará, localizado na margem esquerda do rio Uatumã, Médio Amazonas. Como objetivo, foi realizada a análise dos aspectos físico-químicos e morfológicos dos solos identificados em ambas as unidades, considerando os usos e manejos conforme o etnoconhecimento. Ainda, foi verificado se as propriedades e mecanismo adotados pelos agricultores, influenciam a qualidade do solo. A metodologia incluiu, avaliação participativa, classificações e identificação das formas de uso e ocupação do solo a partir da percepção dos agricultores locais. A classificação técnica identificou Neossolos Flúvicos e Latossolos. Na várzea, os agricultores consideram a posição do relevo, classificando o solo a partir da percepção de cor e textura, indicando que na várzea alta o solo apresenta textura “mais arenosa”, denominada como “esmeril”. Na terra firme, o solo identificado pelos agricultores foi a “terra amarela” ou “terra barro”, indicando percepção de cor e textura. Na várzea os solos e as áreas de plantio são definidos em função da morfologia e posição do relevo. Na terra firme, atividades agrícolas, de extração e coleta são realizados a partir da floresta.
DO SEAFOOD CONSUMERS HAVE A HIGHER DIET QUALITY COMPARED TO NON-CONSUMERS? A CANADIAN PERSPECTIVE
Authors: HASSAN VATANPARAST
Published: September 2023

Seafood represents a nutritious source of protein for many Canadians, including substantial amounts of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamin D, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and niacin. Many national and international dietary guidelines recommend regular consumption of seafood to support a healthy diet. The consumption of seafood continues to gain public attention due to its role in a  healthy diet and its influence on environmental sustainability.
Peran Kepuasan Kerja Dalam Memediasi Hubungan Antara Peran Kepemimpinan Dan Kompensasi Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai
Authors: Sahri Yuhan , Tasri Evi Susanti
Published: September 2023

The UPTD of the Protected Forest Management Unit (KPHL) of Pasaman Raya is one of the regional technical implementing units of the Forestry Service of West Sumatra Province. So it becomes interesting to examine the performance of these employees. This study aims to analyze the performance that is influenced by the variables of leadership and compensation and the mediating role of job satisfaction. The results of this study state that partially there is a significant influence between leadership and positive and insignificant effect on performance, leadership has a positive and insignificant effect on job satisfaction, compensation has a significant positive effect on employee performance, compensation has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction, goals work has a positive and significant effect on performance, work goals become an intervention between leadership and performance and have an insignificant effect and work disruption between compensation and performance has a significant effect.