bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Risk Factors Associated With Early Age At First Birth Amongst Angolan Women: Evidence From The 2015-2016 Angola Demographic And Health Survey
Authors: Motsima Tshaudi
Published: May 2020

Reducing adolescent childbearing has been a global priority since the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development. Age of a woman at first birth is significant in her life because motherhood involves a substantial commitment of time and resources, and it tends to set the stage within which other roles are assumed. There are consequences related to early age at first birth for both the mothers and the children. Data and Methods: The data used for analysis came from the 2015-2016 MIHS of Angola which was its first DHS. The 2015-2016 Angolan MIHS collected information from 14 379 women aged 15-49 years from 16 109 households. Women were asked questions around ages at which they gave births to their children. The Tarone-Ware test was used to test the equality of the survival functions. The Cox PH model was used to determine the factors that were associated with early age at first birth. Results and Conclusion: Results revealed that women who had their sexual intercourse at a young age (HR = 4.66; p < 0.001), women who never had a termination of pregnancy (HR = 1.22; p < 0.001), women who were never married (HR = 1.19; p < 0.001), women with no education (HR = 3.22; p < 0.001), women with primary education (HR = 5.08; p < 0.001), women with secondary education (HR = 5.06, p < 0.001), women of Christian religion (HR = 1.10; p = 0.035) and women who resided in informal houses (HR = 1.30; p < 0.001) were significantly associated with the risk of early age at first birth.
Visual Outcomes Following Small Incision Cataract Surgery (SICS) in Wangaya Hospital, Bali, Indonesia
Authors: Wetarini Krisnhaliani , Agrasidi Putu Anindya , Kartiningsih Ida Ayu Putri , Dwipayani Ni Made , Prahesthy Harumi Purwa
Published: May 2020

Cataract is considered as one of the causes of visual impairment and blindness globally and specifically in Indonesia. Manual small incision cataract surgery (SICS) is a surgical technique that is commonly performed to improve the visual outcomes among cataract patients. This study is aimed to determine the visual outcomes of cataract patients who had done the SICS and to evaluate its effectiveness. An observational study was carried out among cataract patients in Wangaya Hospital, Bali, Indonesia. Patient who underwent SICS procedures were followed-up to obtain their postoperative visual acuity and complications. A total number of 23 patients with 34 operated eyes were included in the study. Cataract was found as an important cause of visual impairment and blindness among the study group, with the number of preoperative blindness and visual impairment was 52.2% and 43.5%, respectively. On the other hand, the SICS procedure showed the results of good visual outcomes in 41.2% of operated eyes and reduced the number of blindness to 0.0% among the study group. There was only 1 (2.9%) complication found postoperatively, which was IOL decentration. In conclusion, the result from SICS surgery in Wangaya Hospital, Bali, Indonesia showed better improvement in visual outcomes and reducing the rate of blindness among cataract patients. The SICS also showed a low postoperative complication rate. Hence, SICS should be continually sustained as the surgical technique to be performed among cataract surgery patients.
Acute Appendicitis Secondary to Enterobius Vermicularis Infestation: A Case Report
Authors: El Bakouri Abdelillah , Hajri Amal , Ettaoussi Abdelhak , Bouali Mounir , Bensardi Fatimazahra , El Hattabi Khalid , Fadil Abdelaziz
Published: May 2020

The association of Enterobius vermicularis and appendicitis were recognized in the late XIXe century, when an incidence of 19% of appendicular infestation in children with appendicitis was reported. Other studies showed that the relationship between this parasitosis and appendicitis varied from 0.2 to 41.8 worldwid. In this paper we present an adult patient with acute appendicitis caused by Enterobius Vermicularis discovered in per-surgical procedure, and we’re going to discuss on the bases of the literature the epidemiological, clinical, and therapeutic characteristics of the appendicular localization of oxyurosis.
Clinical Parameters for the Diagnosis of ASD
Authors: Sabra Aderbal , Bellanti Joseph , Corsini Luciana , Sabra Filho Aderbal , Sabra Selma
Published: May 2020

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by disorders of neurological development, typically diagnosed within the first 4 years of life, clinically presents with impairment in social interaction, deficits in verbal and non-verbal communication, and repetitive and purposeless stereotypic behaviors. One thousand of pre-diagnosed ASD patients, randomly selected, to be part of this study, where attended at the Unidade de Gastroenterologia, Alergia Alimentar e Autismo (UGAAA) at Unigranrio University, School of Medicine. This evolutionary report aims to evaluate the presence of the 6 most common clinical disorders of neurological development in ASD patients, selected to be the core for the table for the diagnosis of ASD.
NO-synthasis/arginasis System in Plasma and Blood Lymphocytes in Women with Primary Infertility and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss with Ascariasis Presence.
Authors: Sklyarova Valentyna , Chajkivskyj Rostyslav , Sklyarov Pavlo
Published: May 2020

Materials  and  methods : This  is  an  investigation of  49  cases  with confirmed  ascariasis and pathology of reproductive system in the Lviv City Center for Family Planning and Human Reproduction Lviv Ukraine between  January  2013  and December 2015.

Purpose : The aim of the study was to investigate changes in the L-arginine / NO synthase / arginase system in women with primary infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss with ascariasis presence in Ukraine.

Results : In women with recurrent pregnancy loss and women with primary infertility were observed significant activation of iNOS in lymphocyte lysates, an increase in nitrite anion production, and a decrease in L-arginine content in the blood plasma and ascariasis compared with RPL and PI patients without ascariasis. 

Conclusion : Ascariasis can be factor of the development of inflammation.
Utilization of Beta-Blockers and Diuretics in Treating Heart Failure Patients in Sultan Qaboos University Hospital
Authors: Al-Saadi Tariq Dhiyab , Al-Kharusi Al-Salt , Abdulrahman Ali
Published: May 2020

Background: Heart failure (HF) is the inability of the heart to pump blood to meet tissue requirement of oxygen and nutrition, due to abnormality in cardiac structure or function. The mortality from congestive heart failure remain increasing along with aging of the population. In Oman, the prevalence of HF is 5.17 per 1000 people and with male and older age group domination. Beta-blockers and diuretics are well known drugs that decrease mortality and morbidity. According to heart failure treating guidelines beta-blockers are the first line treatment for HF. Since HF has a high prevalence, this study aim was to determine the utilization of beta-blockers and diuretics in treating heart failure patients in Sultan Qaboos University Hospital (SQUH). Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional conducted in SQUH, in cardiology day care clinic in the period from 1st of June until 30th of August. This study included all Omani patients with 120 out of 778 patients were included who were above 18 years old, diagnosed with HF, receiving at least one HF medication from SQUH pharmacy, and did not have any missing data. Hospital electronic medical record was used to obtain patients data and parameters. Results: Out of 120 patients, 54.2% were males and 45.8% were females, with mean age equal to 64 ± 13 years and mean EF equal to 37 ± 14.5 %. Diuretics were taken by 95% of the patients, where beta-blockers were taken by 81.6%. Prescription of beta-blockers was significantly decreased by increase in the age of the patients (p =0.024), while diuretics do not show any significant with change in the age. Both beta-blockers and diuretics do not show any significant increase or decrease in prescription with change in the EF. Bisoprolol was not affected by increase in age or EF. The prescription of carvedilol was significantly affected with increase the age (p = 0.006), however it was not affected by increase the EF. The prescription of spironolactone was significantly affected by increase the age (P= 0.001) and by increase the EF (P = 0.001). Conclusion: Carvedilol and furosemide were the most prescribed drugs in SQUH for treating HF patients. All the mean daily doses of the drugs mentioned in this study followed the newer 2016 European Society of Cardiology Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic HF.
Rare Cellulite On Mucormycosis
Authors: Brahim Salem Joumany , Tarib Imane , Khammaily Mahdi , Dahi Sidi , El Habib bahlou Mohamed , Amine Essaoudi Mohamed , Mouzari Yassine , El Asri Fouad , Reda Karim , Oubaaz Abdelbarre
Published: May 2020

Mucormycosis is a serious fungal infection that is associated with high mortality, but is rarely reported in ophthalmology. It is a disease with various presentations, this is why it is important to think about it in unbalanced diabetic patients. We report the case of a 27-year-old patient admitted for febrileke to acidosis decompensation of anorbito-facial cellulitis.
Fatal Case Of Solid Organ Infarcts In a Case Of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) With Refractory Anaemia
Authors: Raja Kolluru Karthik , Gupte Yash , Godhiwala Parth , Sonawane Sharad , Gaidhane Shilpa , Kumar Sunil , Zahiruddin Quazi syed
Published: May 2020

Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) usually presents with cytopenias  because of bone marrow failure. Solid organ infarcts in myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is rarest complication. We report an elderly male, admitted with complaints of pain abdomen mainly in both flanks and swelling all over the body. Peripheral  blood smear, bone marrow aspirate for cytology were suggestive of myelodysplastic syndrome(MDS) with refractory anaemia. Fluorescence in situ hybridization(FISH) were negative for any chromosomal abnormalities. His CECT abdomen was done which revealed hepatosplenomegaly with hyperdense liver with multiple splenic and renal infarcts and patient was treated as a case of MDS with refractory anaemia with solid organ infarcts. Over a period of 3 days, he had Acute Kidney Injury (AKI).  Patient succumbed on fifth day.
Cytokine Storm of SARS-CoV-2, the Virus that Causes COVID-19
Authors: Naji Hassan S.
Published: May 2020

The ongoing pandemic of COVID-19 has spread to the entire globe and is a public health emergency of international concern. The clinical picture of the disease is seen to be related to previously encountered beta-coronaviruses i.e. SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV. Most common symptoms include fever and cough and less commonly diarrhea, myalgias, nausea, sputum production. Still, other patients can present with multi-organ failure. Mortality risk is related to patient’s age and comorbidities. Laboratory and radiologic investigations are crucial for diagnosis and monitoring the prognosis of patients. The pathophysiology of COVID-19 is related to pulmonary inflammation and lung damage caused by the cytokine storm induced by local infection in the lung alveolar space. The cytokine storm is evident from an increase in the amount of several cytokines like IL1B, IL6, IL7, IL8, IL9, IL10, TNF, an INFγ. At present, a proper treatment for COVID-19 is unavailable. However, supportive care is being given to patients with anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and artificial oxygen respiration. This paper focuses on the cytokine storm observed following SARS-CoV-2 infection and the current treatment strategies for the infection.
Ampiginous Choroiditis
Authors: Brahim Salem Joumany , Tarib Imane , Khammaily Mahdi , Dahi Sidi , Mouzari Yassine , El Asri Fouad , Reda Karim , Oubaaz Abdelbarre
Published: May 2020

Ampiginous choroiditis is a rare inflammatory disease that progressively alters the chorio-capillary, pigmented epithelium (PE) and neurosensory retina. We report the case of a 43-year-old patient with decreased visual acuity at finger count (CF) in both eyes, with multiple yellowish-white lesions of varying size, mostly in the peri-papillary region.
Investigating the Inhibitory Effect of Silver Nanoparticles against Some Species of Candida and Pathogenic Bacteria
Authors: Hasan Alaa M. , Abdul Majeed Sura M. , Al-Bahrani Rusol M.
Published: May 2020

Silver nanoparticles synthesized from aqueous extract of mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus exhibited inhibitory effect at the concentration of 12.5, 25, 50, and 100 mg/ml against some pathogenic bacteria and fungi such as Candida albicans, Candida guilliermondii, Candida krusei, Candida zeylanoides, Geotrichum klebahnii, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli. The maximum inhibition zone was observed against C. zeylanoides at the concentration of 100 mg/ml was 24.5 mm, while the minimum inhibition zone was observed against Geotrichum at the concentration of 25 mg/ml was 8 mm and the concentration of 12.5 mg/ml was not effective against some species.
DEVELOPMENT OF PERSPECTIVE CRIMINAL LAW INDONESIAN NOBLE VALUES
Authors: Iksan Muchamad , Wahyuningsih Sri Endah
Published: May 2020

The existence of criminal law is to protect and maintain central values insociety. As an independent nation, the applicable criminal law should be in accordancewith the noble values that live and develop in Indonesian society. KUHP (WvS) is aproduct of western colonial law, of course it carries the spirit of colonialism,individalism, and liberalism that is not in accordance with the noble values of anindependent Indonesian nation. The development of Indonesian criminal law must bebased on Indonesian philosophy, spirit, and values, in terms of ideology (Pancasila),religious/religious, social, political, economic, and cultural aspects that live anddevelop in society (customary law). Nor should it ignore international developments,because the Indonesian state is part of a civilized international community. Colonialinheritance criminal law that adheres to the teachings of positivist legal law, must beintegrated with the teaching of legal historism which is a legal understanding that isconsidered appropriate and adhered to by the people of Indonesia, so that in Indonesiathere is an unwritten criminal law (customary criminal law).
EQUALITY OF SUFFERAGE FOR PEOPLE WITH MENTAL DISORDERS IN MALANG CITY
Authors: Utami Nofi Sri , Cahyono M. Dwi , Syaifuddin Syaifuddin
Published: May 2020

Constitutional Court of Indonesia in 2015 established Constitutional Court's DecisionNumber 135 / PUU-XIII / 2015 that revoked the provisions of Article 57 paragraph 3letter a of Indonesian Law Number 8 of 2015 concerning Amendment of Law Number 1concerning the Stipulation of Government Regulation in Lieu of Law Number 1 of 2014which the substance prohibited person with disabilities for voting in election. Then, LawNumber 7 of 2017 concerning General Elections, which exclusively gave political rightsfor people with disabilities to implement their political rights.Qualifications for people with mental disabilities in elections of The ConstitutionalCourt decides that the phrase "mental disorders/ memory impairment" must beinterpreted as "experiencing mental illness and/ or permanent memory impairmentwhich according to mental health professionals, has abolished one's ability to vote inelections". It means that sufferers with mental disorders and/ or impermanent memoryimpairment must still be registered as voters and they have the opportunity to use theirvoting rights in elections.Equality of political rights for people with mental disorders (Orang Dengan GangguanJiwa (ODGJ)) in elections is very important because general election gives opportunity to increase participation and change public perception for the ability of people with disabilities. As the result, people with disabilities can have stronger political voice andthey are recognized more as equal citizens. Moreover, this research was in category ofnormative research with normative juridical approach. In conclusion, the equality ofpolitical rights for people with mental disorders (orang dengan gangguan jiwa(ODGJ)) in elections is very important because general election gives opportunity toincrease participation and change public perception for the ability of people withdisabilities. As the result, people with disabilities can have stronger political voice andthey are recognized more as equal citizens.
Immigration Patterns and History of Mexican-origin Latin@s in the Midwest: Educational Implications and Future Considerations
Authors: Martinez Negrette Giselle
Published: May 2020

The accelerated growth of the Latin@ population in the United States in the last few decades represents one of the most significant demographic changes in the nation. Alongside this population shift, some other trends have started to emerge: the Latin@ population, especially Mexican-origin people, has begun to move and settle outside traditional large cities (Murillo & Villenas, 1997; Stamps & Bohon, 2006). The numbers of Mexican-origin Latin@s concentrated in so-called “gateway” states, such as California and Texas, have started to decline and populations of immigrants settling in non-traditional destinations are now growing (Passel & Zimmerman 2001; Zuñiga & Hernandez-Leon, 2005). This demographic flow has been referred to in academic literature as the new Latino diaspora (Murillo & Villenas, 1997) or new Latino destinations (Suro & Singer, 2002). Against this background, this essay explores the literature with a focus on the history of Mexican-origin Latin@ presence in the Midwest, as well as the more recent immigration trends of this population in the region. The essay aims to extend current understandings of Latin@ immigration patterns in the Midwest, analyze their implications for education and policy, and offer additional questions and considerations for future research in the field. A nuanced examination of these facts will help us to better understand the significance of the Mexican-origin Latin@ presence in the Midwest, the vulnerable status of this group over the years, and the need to recognize this population as an asset, not a liability, in the present and future considerations of the United States as a nation.
Tragia plukenetii Radcl.-Sm. (Euphorbiaceae): An Addition to Flora of Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Singh Renu , Narain Satya , Fatima Nahid
Published: May 2020

Tragia plukenetii Radcl.-Sm.  is reported  as a new addition to the Flora of Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh. A detailed description, up to date nomenclature and photographs are provided here to facilitate its easy and correct identification in the field.
Covid-19: need for technological independence
Authors: Ospina Ramirez Martha Lucia
Published: May 2020

Among so many verbs that have become fashionable in these times of pandemic –infect, spread, analyse, isolate, care–, there is one that, at first glance, seems foreign to the occasion: strip.
This verb is figuratively repeated in hundreds of speeches - "the covid-19 stripped ...", "the coronavirus stripped ...", "the pandemic stripped ..." -, reminding us that a good part of these material and social progress we were so proud of, leaned on feet of clay.
Reality is stubborn. The coronavirus, in effect, not only infected our organisms, but it also severely exposed our technological dependence.
It is undeniable that globalization brought countless benefits. It allowed us to have goods and services from anywhere in the world and expand our frontiers of knowledge. But we never anticipated that the global village we were building would be re-parcelled and closed.
Speech portrait of a journalist V. M. Peskov as a carried of the full-range type of speech culture
Authors: Sokolova Olga , Stanislavskaya Susanna
Published: May 2020

This article is dedicated to the speech portraying of linguistic personality of the journalist – one of the relevant problems of modern linguistics, substantiated by development of the methodology of reconstruction of linguistic personality, as well as the current state of journalism and linguistic problems of modern mass media. The authors attempt to create a speech portrait of personality of V. M. Peskov, whose words signify an example of journalistic mastery and high level of speech culture. Major attention is paid to the individual characteristics of artistic matter of the journalist that describe his linguistic personality, worldview and values. The conclusion is made that the individual speech portrait of V. M. Peskov allows determining his linguistic personality as the carrier of full-range type of speech culture that possesses not only professional, but also life experience and established system of ethical values. His signature speech indicates creative individuality and skillful use of expressive means, as well as following the laws of journalism genre and compliance with the norms of literary language. The novelty of this research consists in the authors’ attempt to reveal the individual speech characteristics of V. M. Peskov on the one hand, and qualities typical for a top-notch newspaper journalist, which would allow to develop criteria for classification of the carrier of high speech culture.
The novella “Fatal Sacrifice” by A. A. Dyakov (A. Nezlobin) and motif of the “counsel of the wicked”
Authors: Efimov Anton Sergeevich
Published: May 2020

This article explores the impact of the elements and techniques of romantic and gothic literatures of the XVIII – XIX centuries upon anti-nihilistic novella “The Fatal Sacrifice” (1876) by A. A. Dyakov (A. Nezlobin). Attention is focused on the gothic-romantic motif of the “counsel of the wicked” and its adaptation to the relevant sociopolitical context of Russia and Russian émigré of the 1870’s. It is demonstrated that a mythological image of “witches’ sabbath” and characteristic to it motifs of “sacrifice”, “veneration of idols”, etc. become the techniques for depicting in the “Fatal Sacrifice” of a Swiss “club” of nihilists, revolutionists-socialists, and Narodniks. The author applies the biographical, comparative and historical methods of research, motif analysis, as well as analysis of storyline and characterology. The ideological component of nihilistically oriented Russian society of the 1860’s – 1870’s is taken into account.  The novella “Fatal Sacrifice”, which is included into the cycle “Kruzhkovschina” (1876-1879) is being analyzed for the first time, since there is no special scientific literature on these works within the Russian or foreign literary studies. The novelty of this research also consists in raising a question of the influence of romantic and gothic prose upon the works of A. A. Dyakov. Such influence is related to the two common to Russian anti-nihilistic literature semantic lines: eschatological and prophetic.
The problem of analysis methodology of spatial and time model in a musical composition of Russian art of the late XX century
Authors: Denisova Zarina  Mukhriddinovna
Published: May 2020

The relevance of the chosen topic is substantiated by insufficient study of this problematic within Russian musical culture of the late XX century in the Russian-language scientific literature. The object of this research is the artistic space and time of a musical composition. The author examines meaning of the categories of space and time and their existing philosophical concepts. The subject of this research is music of the Russian composers of the second half of the XX century. The work leans on the analytical method and carries a systemic cross-disciplinary character. The scientific novelty consists in suggesting of M. Bakhtin’s theory as a methodological framework for space and time analysis in a musical composition of that period that was further advanced by the art historical V. Chaikovskaya. As a conclusion, the author systematizes and generalizes the key ideas pertaining to the historical-social context of the indicated period, as well as harmoniousness of the art concept of V. Chaikovskaya to the musical texts of compositions, which reveals its peculiar polychronotopic space and time structure.
Economic activity of the Yakuts in the conditions and climate change and “deficit of cold temperature”: traditional practices and challenges of modernity
Authors: Fedorov Sviatoslav Igorevich
Published: May 2020

This article examines the questions pertaining to economic activity of the Yakuts in the conditions of climate change and “deficit of cold temperatures. Such aspects of agricultural activity as horse breeding, animal husbandry, hunting, and horticulture. An attempt is made to assess the scale of influence of changing climate upon the traditional life and industries of horse breeders, animal farmers, and hunters of the rural areas of Sakha Republic (Yakutia), as well as examine which difficulties they face and how they respond to the challenges of modernity. The acquired field materials are collected through the methods of overt observation, in-depth interview, audio, photo and video records. The attention is focused on the rural population who show concern over the situation of their households under such fast-paced circumstances: they do not know what to expect from nature next year, and many of them are not capable of handling the emerged problems. The main conclusions consist in revelation of certain problems in the life of rural population in the territories of Sakha Republic that emerge due to the climatic changes.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Cerebrospinal Fluid Hydrodynamics in Patients with Meningitis
Authors: Lakhera Devkant , Azad Rajiv Kumar , Azad Sheenam , Singh Ragini , Sharma Rohitash
Published: May 2020

Objective:

The objective of the study was to evaluate the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow alterations in meningitis using phase-contrast magnetic resonance imaging (PCMRI).

Materials and Methods:

Fifty patients with clinically confirmed or strongly suspected infectious meningitis and 20 controls were evaluated with MRI. Quantitative CSF analysis was performed at the level of cerebral aqueduct using cardiac-gated PCMRI. Velocity encoding (Venc) was kept at 20 cm/s. Patients were subdivided into Group I (patients with hydrocephalus [n = 21]) and Group II (patients without hydrocephalus [n = 29]).

Results:

The mean peak velocity and stroke volume in controls were 2.49 ± 0.86 cm/s and 13.23 ± 6.84 µl and in patients were 2.85 ± 2.90 cm/s and 16.30 ± 20.02 µl, respectively. A wide variation of flow parameters was noted in meningitis irrespective of the degree of ventricular dilatation. A significant difference in peak velocity and stroke volume was noted in Group II as compared to controls. Viral meningitis showed milder alteration of CSF flow dynamics as compared to bacterial and tuberculous etiologies. At a cutoff value of 3.57 cm/s in peak CSF velocity, the specificity was 100% and sensitivity was 22.7% to differentiate between viral and non-viral meningitis.

Conclusion:

Alteration of CSF flow dynamics on PCMRI can improve segregation of patients into viral and non- viral etiologies, especially in those in whom contrast is contraindicated or not recommended. This may aid in institution of appropriate clinical treatment.
Peningkatan Self-Regulated Learning Siswa melalui Konseling Ringkas Berfokus Solusi
Authors: Utami Sri Rahayu , Saputra Wahyu Nanda Eka , Suardiman Siti Partini , Kumara Agus Ria
Published: May 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui peningkatan self-regulated learning melalui konseling ringkas berfokus solusi di SMP Muhammadiyah Turi Sleman. Jenis pada penelitian ini adalah eksperimen dengan type one group pretest posttest design. Subjek penelitian ditentukan dengan teknik non probability sampling design menggunakan purposive sampling. Siswa kelas VIII SMP Muhammadiyah Turi Sleman merupakan subjek yang terlibat pada penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa peningkatan self-regulated learning mengalami perbedaan yang signifikan sebelum dan sesudah diberikan layanan konseling ringkas berfokus solusi.Â Abstract: This study aims to find out the improvement of self-regulated learning through concise counseling focusing solutions in SMP Muhammadiyah Turi Sleman. The type of this research is experiment with type one group pretest posttest design. The research subjects were determined by using a non-probability sampling design using purposive sampling. Class VIII students of SMP Muhammadiyah Turi Sleman were the subjects involved in this study. The results of the study concluded that the increase in self-regulated learning experienced significant differences before and after being given a concise solution-focused counseling service.
Teknik Self Management untuk mengurangi perilaku terlambat datang di Sekolah
Authors: Astuti Anita Dewi , Lestari Sri Dwi
Published: May 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui keefektifan teknik self management untuk mengurangi perilaku terlambat datang di sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan fokus penelitian perilaku terlambat datang di sekolah. Subjek penelitiannya adalah siswa kelas X SMK Negeri I Panjatan yang ditentukan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Ada 3 siswa sebagai subjek penelitian yang ditentukan berdasarkan frekuensi keterlambatan siswa datang di sekolah. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi, sedangkan analisis datanya menggunakan tiga tahapan yaitu: (1) reduksi data, (2) penyajian data, (3) verifikasi atau penarikan kesimpulan. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa ada perubahan perilaku yang ditandai dengan menurunnya perilaku terlambat siswa antara sebelum dan sesudah diberikan layanan teknik self management. Â Abstract: This research aims to find out the effectiveness of self management techniques to reduce late arrival behavior at school. This study uses a qualitative approach with a focus on late-arrival behavior research in school. The research subjects were class X student of SMK Negeri I Panjatan who were determined using purposive sampling techniques. There are 3 students as research subjects that are determined based on the frequency of late students coming to school. Data collection methods used are observation, interviews and documentation, while the data analysis use three stages, namely: (1) data reduction, (2) data presentation, (3) verification or drawing conclusions. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded that there is a change in behavior marked by a decrease in late student behavior between before and after self management techniques are provided
Antibodies to the Cryptococcus neoformans Capsule have Innate Glycosidase Activity
Authors: Crawford Conor , Wear Maggie P. , Smith Daniel F. Q. , d'Errico Clotilde , Casadevall Arturo , Oscarson Stefan
Published: May 2020

Classical antibody functions include opsonization, complement activation and enhancement of cellular antimicrobial function. Antibodies can also have catalytic activity, although the contribution of catalysis to their biological functions has been more difficult to establish. In this study, we mapped the epitopes of several monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) against the capsule of Cryptococcus neoformans using a synthetic glycan array. From this, we designed and synthesized two glycan based Förster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) probes, which allowed the discovery of antibodies with innate glycosidase activity, and analysis of their enzyme kinetics. We confirmed that the mAbs mediate glycosidase activity on intact cryptococcal capsules, by reacting antibody-treated capsules with a hydroxylamine-armed fluorescent probe, which revealed the appearance of reducing ends from polysaccharide hydrolysis in the capsule. Our results raise questions over the ubiquity of antibodies with catalytic activity against glycans and establish the utility of glycan-based FRET and hydroxylamine-armed fluorescent probes as tools for investigating this activity.
Predicting Elemental Boiling Points from First Principles
Authors: Mewes Jan-Michael
Published: May 2020

The normal boiling point (NBP) is a fundamental property of liquids and marks the intersection of the Gibb’s free energies of the liquid and the gas phase at ambient pressure. In this work, we present the first comprehensive demonstration of an approach to calculate the boiling point of atomic liquids from first-principles molecular-dynamics simulations. To this end, we combine thermodynamic integration (TDI) and perturbation theory (TPT) with a density-functional theory (DFT) Hamiltonian to deliver converged absolute liquid free energies and entropies. Linear extrapolation to the intersection with the gas phase provides NBPs, which are corrected for systematic over- or under-binding of the DFT Hamiltonian, thereby eliminating any strong dependency on the density functional. Through fine-tuning of the TDI, we reduced the walltime from weeks to about a day per element (10 − 20k core-hours), which enables extensive testing for B, Al, Na, K, Ca, Sr, Ba, Mn, Cu, Xe and Hg. This demonstrates the excellent performance and particular robustness of the approach. With a mean absolute deviation (MAD) of less than 2% from experimental references, and very similar accuracy for liquid entropies (MAD 2.3 J/(mol*K), 2% relative), the overall deviation is several times smaller than the variation between literature values for several elements.
Molecular Docking Study of COVID-19 Main Protease with Clinically Approved Drugs
Authors: Wafa TACHOUA , Mohamed KABRINE
Published: May 2020

A novel strain of coronavirus, namely, Corona Virus Infection Disease 19 has been identified in Wuhan city of China in December 2019, continues to spread at a rapid rate worldwide. There are no specific therapies available and investigations regarding the treatment of this disease are still lacking. In order to identify a novel potent inhibitor we performed docking studies on the main virus protease with eight drugs belonging to four pharmacological classes: anti-malarial, anti-bacterial, anti-infective and anti-histamine. Among the eight studied compounds, Lymecycline and Mizolastine appear as potential inhibitors of this protease. These two compounds revealed a minimum binding energy of -8.87 and -8.71 Kcal/mol with 168 and 256 binding modes detected in the binding substrate pocket, respectively. Lymecycline and Mizolastine interact with specific residues in substrate binding cavity. Thus, Lymecycline and Mizolastione may serve as a tool to fight COVID-19 disease. However, this data need further in vitro and in vivo evaluation to repurpose these two drugs against COVID-19 disease.
An Initial Design-enhanced Deep Learning-based Optimization Framework to Parameterize Multicomponent ReaxFF Force Fields
Authors: Sengul Mert , Nayir Nadire , Gao Yawei , Hung Ying , Dasgupta Tirthankar , C.T. van Duin Adri
Published: May 2020

ReaxFF is an empirical interatomic potential capable of simulating reactions in complex chemical processes and thus determine the dynamical evolution of the molecular systems. A drawback of this method is the necessity of a significant preprocessing to adapt it to a chemical system of nterest. One of the preprocessing steps is the optimization of force field parameters that are used to tune interatomic interactions to mimic ones obtained by quantum chemistry-based methods. The optimization of these parameters is a very complex high dimensional problem. Here, we propose an INitial-DEsign Enhanced Deep learning-based OPTimization (INDEEDopt) framework to be used in ReaxFF parameterization. The procedure starts with a Latin Hypercube Design (LHD) algorithm that is used to explore the parameter landscape extensively. The LHD passes the information about explored regions to a deep learning model for training. The deep learning model finds the minimum discrepancy regions and eliminates unfeasible regions, which originate from the unphysical atomistic interactions, and constructs a more comprehensive understanding of a physically meaningful parameter space. The procedure was successfully used to parametrize a nickel-chromium binary force field and a tungsten-sulfide-carbon-hydrogen quaternary force field and produced improved accuracies in shorter periods time compared to conventional optimization method.
Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Nigella sativa seed extracts and assessment of their antibacterial activity
Authors: Sheik Shehensha  , Jyothi M V
Published: May 2020

Silver nanoparticles were biosynthesized from Nigella sativa seed extracts using ethanol and chloroform. The antibacterial activity of silver nanoparticles against some drug-resistant bacteria has been established, but further study is needed to assess whether these particles could be an option for the treatment and prevention of drug-resistant microbial infections. Synthesized nanoparticles were characterized and screened for their antibacterial properties on resistant strains. The biosynthesized silver nanoparticles were characterized by UV-Visible, FTIR, Dynamic light scattering and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) analysis. The antibacterial action of biosynthesized silver nanoparticles was assessed by Microtitre Broth dilution process using Ciprofloxacin as standard, against resistant strains like Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Clostridium difficile, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Streptococcus pyogenes. The Silver nanoparticles obtained from chloroform extract of Nigella sativa seeds were more effective against Pseudomonas aeuruginosa, Clostridium difficile and Streptococcus pyogenes; than ethanolic seed extracts at 120 µL. Our data propose that the silver nanoparticles are effective against a variety of drug-resistant bacteria, which makes them a potential candidate for use in pharmaceutical products that may help to treat drug-resistant pathogens in different clinical environments. The present study focuses on the ability of phytoconstituents capped with silver nitrate can be used to treat infections caused by resistant bacteria
Presence of Gender Difference in Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scores Among the Allied Health Sciences Students- A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Madan Kumar S  , Archana R
Published: May 2020

The present study was undertaken to assess the gender differences in depression, anxiety and stress among the undergraduate allied health sciences studentsas few studies exist on stress assessment in allied health sciences students that bring out the gender differences in stress, depression, and anxiety. This is a cross-sectional study that was conducted on the First- and secondyear students of 18-22 years of age after obtaining informed consent and Institutional ethical clearance. DASS questionnaire was used to assess the depression, anxiety and stress levels in the Allied health sciences students and to find out the existence of difference of scores in the male and female students. In the present study, a significantly high percentage of male students had higher scores in depression,  anxiety and stress compared to the female students. Our study highlights the need for implementation of effective counseling and relaxation techniques in order to decrease their stress level, to enhance their academic and clinical performance.
A histopathological study on cholecystectomy specimen in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Volga Harikrishnan  , Padmapriya B S  , Chitra Srinivasan
Published: May 2020

Gallbladder is a pear shaped organ and the main function of it is to store and concentrate the bile secreted by the liver and then deliver it into the intestine for digestion and absorption of fat. Congenital anomalies, inflammation, benign and malignant tumors can occur in the gallbladder. Cholecystectomy is one of the most commonly performed general surgery procedures. The principle aim of this study is to review the pathology results from gallbladder specimens sent for routine pathology with clinical parameters correlation.

A retrospective study of 115cholecystectomy specimens for a period of 6 months in the year 2018 was carried out. All specimens subjected for histopathological examination and the clinical correlation was done. Commonest age group being 41-45 years (25%) with the male female ratio of 1:1.7. Most common lesions were Chronic calculouscholecystitis constituting 67 (58%) followed by chronic cholecystitis 24 cases (21%). Acute calculouscholecystits constitute 4 cases (3.5%), acute cholecystitis and acute or chronic cholecystitis constitutes 9 cases (8%).One case of adenomyoma (0.8%) and incidentally detected Gall bladder adenocarcinoma (0.8%) were diagnosed. Spectrum of lesions that affect the gallbladder necessitates the importance of histopathological examination of all cholecystectomy specimens with or without abnormal clinical, radiological and macroscopic findings.
Clinicopathological study of Meningiomas in a tertiary care center
Authors: Raveendran Rashmi , M Sridevi , Srinivasan Chitra , Sekhar Ganthimathy
Published: May 2020

Meningiomas are a group of common, predominantly benign and slow growing tumours of the meninges. The revised 4th edition of WHO classification of Central Nervous system tumours (2016) has classified them into Grades I, II and III based on their biological behaviour as well as proliferative potential. Recurrence and brain invasion are commonly considered to be found in higher grades. Recent studies have shown that high grade tumours have also been associated with clinical findings such as peri-tumoural brain edema. The purpose of the grading system is to aid in formulating an appropriate management plan. The aim of our study was to analyse the clinical and histomorphological features of meningiomas and evaluate the impact of the current grading system in tumour prognosis. A total of 60 cases were included in our study. They were seen predominantly in females and in the 5th and 6th decades of life, with a propensity to occur in the convexities. The commonest variant was meningothelial meningioma and the commonest grade was Grade I. However, we also noted an increase in Grade II meningiomas due to the definition of brain invasion as an atypical feature in the latest classification. Malignant phenotype such as recurrence was seen in all 3 grades. Hence, we conclude that constant revision of the grading system is necessary to maintain diagnostic accuracy and improve current treatment modalities.
Application of sport psychology to mixed martial arts
Authors: Andrade Alexandro , Batalha Silva Rodrigo , Dominski Fábio Hech
Published: May 2020

This study, through a systematic review, analyzed scientific production
concerning sport psychology in mixed martial arts. The review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA statement, and
the search was performed using the S ciELO, ScienceDirect, PsycInfo, and Web
of Science databases. Of the 79 studies screened, eight
satisfied the eligibility criteria, with explicit addressal of the topics of
fear, aggression, emotional control, confidence, mental toughness, motivation,
arousal, coping, rational emotive behavioral therapy for MMA athletes, fighting
experience and MMA competition. Consequently, the scarce scientific production
was found to evidence the need for further research in this
modality. It is suggested that studies that investigate other variables of
sport psychology such as mood, anxiety, and burnout.
Perancangan Alat Bantu Pemegang Glidecam Untuk Meminimasi Beban Pada Lengan Pengguna
Authors: Tjandra Sugih Sudharma , Fransiscus Hanky , Junior Farrelius Anthony
Published: May 2020

One of the tools used by cameramen to help stabilize while recording is Glidecam. Glidecam works based on the use of additional weights to compensate the load from the camera. However, there are still weaknesses in the use of Glidecam, including the fatigue and aches felt by the cameraman after Glidecam's use. In addition, it may cause disruption to joint, ligament, muscle, nerve and tendon function, and spine, for continuous Glidecam use. One alternative tool to overcome this problem is the use of Arm Brace. Arm Brace in the form of a passive exoskeleton that will compensate for part of the load from Glidecam. The product design process includes creating mission statements, identifying customer needs, determining product specifications, developing concepts, selecting concepts, making prototypes and evaluating prototypes. In this study two prototypes were made and evaluation with statistical tests showed that there was a significant increase in the endurance time of using Glidecam on the use of the two prototypes compared to that without the tools. The selection of the final prototype is done with a qualitative evaluation from the user. Qualitative evaluation is carried out with six assessment criteria: ease of use and installation, product mobility, product mass, product robustness, product support and product mechanism.Keywords: Glidecam, Arm Brace, Eksoskeleton
Exploring sustainable primary care responses to intimate partner violence in New Zealand: Qualitative use of complexity theory
Authors: Gear C , Koziol-Mclain J , Eppel E
Published: May 2020

© © Author(s) (or their employer(s)) 2019. Re-use permitted under CC BY-NC. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ. Objective To explore what affects sustainable responses to intimate partner violence within New Zealand primary care settings using complexity theory. Design Primary care professional interviews on intimate partner violence as a health issue are analysed using a complexity theory-led qualitative research methodology grounded in poststructuralism. Setting Four general practices in one region of the North Island of New Zealand, two serving a general patient population and two adopting an indigenous approach. Participants Seventeen primary care professionals and management from the four recruited general practices. Results The complex adaptive system approach the ' Triple R Pathway', calls attention to system interactions influencing intimate partner violence responsiveness across health system levels. Four exemplars demonstrate the use of the Triple R Pathway. Two key system areas challenge the emergence of primary care responsiveness: (1) Non-recognition of intimate partner violence as a key determinant of ill-health. (2) Uncertainty and doubt. Conclusions The relationship between intimate partner violence and ill-health is not well recognised, or understood in New Zealand, at both policy and practice levels. Inadequate recognition of socioecological determinants of intimate partner violence leads to a simple health system response which constrains primary care professional responsiveness. Constant intervention in system interactions is needed to promote the emergence of sustainable responses to intimate partner violence.
Holding on Tight - NPM and the New Zealand performance improvement framework
Authors: Allen Barbara , Eppel E.
Published: May 2020

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