bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Activity of chlorhexidine formulations on oral microorganisms and periodontal ligament fibroblasts
Authors: Stähli Alexandra , Liakhova Irina , Cvikl Barbara , Lussi Adrian , Sculean Anton , Eick Sigrun
Published: March 2024

Given the importance of microorganisms in the pathogenesis of the two most prevalent oral diseases (i.e. caries and periodontitis), antiseptics are widely used. Among the antiseptics chlorhexidine (CHX) is still considered as gold standard. The purpose of this in-vitro-study was to determine the antimicrobial activity of new CHX digluconate containing formulations produced in Switzerland. Two test formulations, with 0.1% or 0.2% CHX (TestCHX0.1, TestCHX0.2) were compared with 0.1% and 0.2% CHX digluconate solutions (CHXph0.1, CHXph0.2) without additives and with a commercially available formulation containing 0.2% CHX digluconate (CHXcom0.2). The minimal inhibitory concentrations (MIC) of the CHX formulations were determined against bacteria associated with caries or periodontal disease. Then the anti-biofilm activities of CHX preparations were tested regarding inhibition of biofilm formation or against an existing biofilm. Further, the cytotoxicity of the CHX preparations against periodontal ligament (PDL) fibroblasts was measured. There were no or only minor differences of the MIC values between the CHX preparations. Except for 0.1% CHXph, all formulations blocked the formation of the biofilms. When analyzing the effect on an established “cariogenic” biofilm, the TestCHX0.2 was most active (- 3.5 log10 colony forming units (cfu); p<0.001 vs. control). The cfu counts of an established periodontal biofilm were most decreased by CHXcom0.2 (-3.9 log10), followed by TestCHX0.2 (-3.34 log10) and CHXph0.2 (-3.0 log10 cfu) (each p<0.001 vs. control). All CHX preparations reduced the viability of the PDL fibroblasts. Taken together, the Swiss made test mouth rinses have an equal or better antibacterial and anti-biofilm activity as the respective CHX solutions and can be recommended.
Platzierung von Kompositen im kaulasttragenden Seitenzahnbereich
Authors: Manhart Jürgen
Published: March 2024

Direkte Kompositrestaurationen werden im Seitenzahnbereich in einer inkrementellen Schichttechnik in den Kavitäten platziert. In der Literatur werden hierzu zahlreiche verschiedene Schichtkonzepte beschrieben. Es haben sich allerdings in der täglichen Praxis nur die Verfahren durchsetzen können, die in der klinischen Routinebehandlung einfach und zuverlässig anzuwenden sind. Der vorliegende Beitrag soll einen klinisch orientierten Überblick über die gebräuchlichsten Schichtverfahren für die direkte Versorgung von Seitenzahndefekten mit plastischen Komposit-materialien geben.
Alveolarkammpreservation mit autologem Dentin nach Zystektomie
Authors: Starz Felicitas , Valdec Silvio , Lotz Martin
Published: March 2024

Dieser Fallbericht illustriert eine neue Anwendung von autologem Dentin zur Alveolarkammpreser­ vation. Nach erfolgter Zystektomie einer follikulä­ ren Zyste im Oberkiefer wird autologes partiku­ liertes Dentin aus einem Weisheitszahn zum Aufbau verwendet. Die Kombination aus gleich­ zeitiger Weisheitszahnentfernung und Augmenta­ tion ist in diesem Fall eine patientenspezifische geeignete Behandlungsoption. Die Augmentation mit Dentin stellt eine kostengünstige und mini­ malinvasive autologe Technik dar. Sowohl die Entscheidung zwischen Zystektomie und Zysto­ stomie als auch das Auffüllen von Zystendefekten im Kieferbereich sind kontrovers diskutiert. Die Faktoren wie Art der Zyste, Lokalisation, Ausdeh­ nung, Compliance und Vorhersagbarkeit müssen bei der Wahl der Therapie berücksichtigt werden. In dem hier vorgestellten Fall wurde aufgrund der parodontalen Situation und der engen Lagebezie­ hung zum Sinus maxillaris eine Augmentation ge­ plant und mit autologem Dentin durchgeführt.
Surgical therapy of peri-implantitis with adjunctive hydroxyapatite and enamel matrix derivative: a 1-year retrospective case series
Authors: Pilenza Davide , Filippi Andreas , Walter Clemens , U. Zitzmann Nicola , M. Bornstein Michael , Kühl Sebastian
Published: March 2024

This case series retrospectively investigated the one-year surgical outcome of regenerative peri-implantitis therapy using a hydroxyapatite (HA) bone substitute material in combination with enamel matrix derivate (EMD) and collagen membrane for guided bone regeneration (GBR). Data-sheets of patients were screened to detect patients who received identical regenerative peri-implantitis-therapy with surface decontamination and GBR applying HA, EMD and a collagen membrane under broad-spectrum antibiotic regime. For inclusion, information on pre- and postoperative clinical and radiographic parameters (probing pocket depth (PPD), bleeding on probing (BOP), suppuration (SUPP) and the radiological bone level (RBL)) had to be available for statistical analysis. Data of a total of 11 patients (20 implants) were extracted out of 202 (336). All implants were still in function after one year. Bone defects decreased by an average of 1.3 mm mesially and 0.9 mm distally, respectively. Mean PPD was reduced from 4.9 mm to 2.7 mm. BOP decreased from 90% to 20%. Suppuration decreased from 65% to 0%. Based on the success criteria applied, 15 of the 20 (75%) implants included were considered as successfully treated after 1 year. Regenerative peri-implantitis therapy according to the presented concept showed promising clinical and radiographic outcomes after one year. To estimate the beneficial effects of the combined use of HA, EMD and collagen membranes, further long-term investigations with a control group are needed.
Accepted for publication: January 7, 2022
Published online: January 12, 2022
Impact of a single information session with oral hygiene instructions on unaccompanied minor asylum seekers living in Switzerland
Authors: Ramseier Christoph A. , Jenner Anna
Published: March 2024

Asylum-seeking adolescents who have passed the age of mandatory schooling may not have had the opportunity to receive oral hygiene instructions (OHI) similar to Swiss adolescents. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of a single information session with OHI on both the knowledge about the consequences of lacking oral hygiene and the likelihood of implementing these instructions in unaccompanied adolescent asylum seekers living in Switzerland. Before and after a single information session with OHI, adolescent asylum seekers in two asylum centres (Menziken and Suhr, AG) were surveyed with written questionnaires. During the event, the consequences of lacking oral hygiene on oral health were explained and the Bass brushing technique was instructed and practised.
The present analysis included 30 male asylum seekers aged 15-18. In total, 90% (n=27) cleaned their teeth daily and 70% (n=13) had received previous OHI at their school (19.1%) or a doctor's office (9.5%) in their country of origin or in Switzerland (19.1%), respectively. Following the event, 90% (n=27) stated they had learned something new and 93.3% (n=28) wanted to implement the instructions in their daily routine. While 63.3% (n=19) of the respondents knew the consequences of lacking oral hygiene on oral health before the event, this value increased to 96.7% (n=29) reaching statistical significance (p=0.0039).
In conclusion, the results of the present study suggest that the implementation of a single information session with OHI in asylum centres may improve the level of knowledge in adolescent asylum seekers and their oral health.
Accepted for publication: April 14, 2022
Published online: April 14, 2022
Pérennité des restaurations indirectes collées : « the no-finishing concept »
Authors: Gerdolle David , Browet Stéphane , Gresnigt Marco
Published: March 2024

Depuis une trentaine d’années, le développement des techniques adhésives a permis de réduire le coût biologique des restaurations indirectes collées (onlays et facettes). Les procédures d’adhésion aux tissus dentaires demeurent cependant plus exigeantes à mettre en œuvre que celles dédiées à la prothèse fixée cimentée conventionnelle. Dès lors, une des clés de la pérennité des restaurations indirectes adhésives réside dans leur capacité à ne pas retenir la plaque bacté- rienne à leur surface. Dans cet esprit, cet article se propose de décrire un protocole clinique permettant d’obtenir les marges prothétiques les-plus lisses possibles, sans recourir aux techniques conventionnelles de finitions et de polissage, fastidieuses et coûteuses en temps de travail.
Die Anwendung von Lokalanästhetika bei Patientinnen und Patienten im Alter
Authors: Toferer Astrid , Sampl Larissa , Zemann Wolfgang , Metzler Philipp
Published: March 2024

Das höhere Alter allein stellt keine Kontraindikation für die Gabe von Lokalanästhetika dar. Für die Wahl und Dosierung des Wirkstoffs ist eine umfassende Anamnese obligat.
Therapie des symptomatischen oralen Lichen planus mittels intraläsionaler Kortikosteroidinjektionen
Authors: Bornstein Michael M. , Navarini Alexander A. , Schriber Martina , Baumhoer Daniel
Published: March 2024

Der Lichen planus (synonym: Lichen ruber; in der Mundhöhle: oraler Lichen planus = OLP) ist eine häufige, chronisch-entzündliche Erkrankung, welche die Haut und die Schleimhäute (besonders die orale und genitale Mukosa) befällt. Mit einer Prävalenz von 1 bis 2% ist der Lichen eine der häufigsten Mukodermatosen und ist häufiger bei Frauen als bei Männern anzutreffen.
Restaurative und rekonstruktive Behandlung einer Amelogenesis imperfecta nach 18 Jahren – ein publizierter Fall wird volljährig
Authors: Schmidlin Patrick R.
Published: March 2024

Die Diagnostik und Therapie einer Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) stellt eine erhebliche rehabilitative Herausforderung dar. Drei kritische Aspekte sind dabei besonders hervorzuheben: 1. Als angebo­rene Zahndysplasie gehört AI zu den Geburts­ gebrechen, wird über die eidgenössische Invali­denversicherung abgewickelt und bedarf einer frühen definitiven Behandlung noch vor dem abgeschlossenen zwanzigsten Lebensjahr; 2. die Behandlung ist aufwändig, interdisziplinär und meist invasiv; und 3. Restaurationen müssen auf strukturell kompromittierter Zahnsubstanz be­ festigt werden.
Extrusion nach Frontzahntrauma
Authors: Hofpeter Kevin , Reich Sebastian , Winkler Alexander , Krastl Gabriel
Published: March 2024

Frontzahntraumata mit Kronen-Wurzel-Frak- turen stellen eine grosse Herausforderung in der Zahnarztpraxis dar. Um tief frakturierte Zähne versorgen zu können, ist ein ausrei- chendes Mass an koronaler Zahnhartsubstanz erforderlich. In diesem Beitrag möchten wir zwei Möglichkeiten der Zahnextrusion vorstellen.
Réhabilitation esthétique d’un cas de dysplasie fibreuse maxillaire chez l’enfant
Authors: Pilavyan Elise , Wagner Delphine , Clauss François , Strub Marion
Published: March 2024

La dysplasie fibreuse (DF) osseuse est une patho- logie osseuse rare, congénitale et bénigne dans laquelle le tissu osseux sain est remplacé par du tissu fibro-osseux. Les lésions peuvent affecter un ou plusieurs os, notamment les os des mâ- choires. Une adolescente de 13 ans a consulté pour des échecs d’éruption des dents perma- nentes maxillaires gauches et une asymétrie du tiers moyen de l’hémiface gauche. L’analyse ra- diologique a mis en évidence des inclusions des dents permanentes dans un tissu osseux hyper- trophique, hyperdense et faiblement trabéculé. Afin de restaurer l’esthétique du sourire, une prise en charge associant décoronation et res- taurations collées a été privilégiée. L’évolution de la DF aurait tendance à ralentir après la puberté, permettant ainsi de planifier des thérapeutiques à long terme dès la fin de la croissance. Cepen- dant, il existe peu de données sur le recours à l’implantologie dans le cas de lésions osseuses sclérotiques. Les conséquences esthétiques et fonctionnelles d’une DF maxillaire peuvent être majeures sur le plan bucco-dentaire. Leur prise en charge au cas par cas fait intervenir une équipe pluridisciplinaire, nécessitant un suivi de l’enfance jusqu’à l’âge adulte.
Bedeutung einer chronischen Opioid-Medikation für die zahnärztliche Behandlung
Authors: Felleiter Peter , Gabriel Felleiter Kerstin
Published: March 2024

Die Zahl von Patientinnen und Patienten unter chronischer Opioid-Therapie hat in der Schweiz über die letzten Jahre permanent zugenommen. Ungeduld, Angst und Unterversorgung spielen bei der Betreuung eines Teils dieser Klientel eine wesentliche Rolle. Empfehlenswert ist die aktive Kontaktaufnahme mit den somatischen und psychiatrischen Mitbehandelnden der Patienten und Patientinnen, um eine bessere Koordination, z. B. durch aktive Begleitung durch eine Bezugs-person, zu erreichen. Wenig bekannt ist, dass eine chronische Opioid-Einnahme die An- schlagszeit von Lokalanästhetika verlängert und deren Wirkdauer auf die Hälfte verkürzt. Die Kenntnis und Beachtung der veränderten Kinetik der Lokalanästhesie führt zu erhöhter Zufrie- denheit bei den Betroffenen wie auch bei den Behandelnden. Die Wirksamkeit von Nicht- Opioid-Analgetika ist nicht beeinträchtigt.
Cleaning potential of interdental brushes around orthodontic brackets – an in vitro investigation
Authors: Vogel Marc , Assenmacher Matthias , Gubler Andrea , Attin Thomas , Schmidlin Patrick R.
Published: March 2024

This study evaluated the brushing efficacy of different interdental brushes around a multibracket appliance in vitro. In four models displaying misaligned and aligned teeth with and without attachment loss, the brushing capacities of three interdental brushes (IDB) were tested: A waist-shaped IDB with a diameter of 9 mm at both ends and 5 mm in the middle (B1), a cylindrical brush with a diameter of 9 mm (B2) and one with 5 mm (B3). Before cleaning, the black teeth in the respective models were stained white with titanium (IV) oxide and the percentage of cleaned surface was planimetrically assessed. In addition, the forces applied to the IDB were also recorded. The effect of brush and model on expected cleaning performance was examined using an analysis of variance (ANOVA).
The cleaning performance of the brushes in decreasing order was B2>B3>B1; no significant differences between the different tooth areas and models were found. With regard to force measurements, significant differences were found with the highest and lowest forces IDB (2) and (1), respectively. There was a significant correlation between force and cleaning performance: The higher the force needed the higher was the cleaning performance. In summary, this study showed that cylindrical interdental brushes achieved a better cleaning performance than the waist-shaped IDB. Given some shortcomings of this first laboratory study, more research is still needed, but IDB may represent a valuable yet still clinically underused tool.
Accepted for publication: April 3, 2023
Published online: April 25, 2023
The effects of various types of lozenges on halitosis: A crossover clinical trial
Authors: Cerri Noëmi , Saccardin Fabio , Ortiz Virginia , Filippi Andreas
Published: March 2024

The aim of this crossover clinical trial was to assess the efficacy of three different types of lozenges on halitosis based on their composition and surface roughness. This crossover clinical trialcomprised 35 healthy subjects who were tested after the induction of halitosis via the intake of chips and soft cheese. The breath was analyzed using the organoleptic and instrumental measurement techniques. The effects of three different types of lozenges were tested: apple-flavored (CA, control); apple-flavored with zinc (AZ, <0.2%); and apple-flavored with zinc and a rough surface (AZR, <0.2%). The instrumental and organoleptic measurements were repeated four times with a time interval of 120 s between measurements after the first measurement (baseline).
Subsequently, the subjects were asked to describe their experience with the tested type of candy using a questionnaire. Statistically significant reductions in the grade of halitosis were observed after using the three different types of lozenges at the various time points compared to the baseline value (p < 0.001). Additionally, significant correlations were observed between the instrumental and organoleptic measurements for all the lozenges (p < 0.001). Neither AZ nor AZR showed a significant difference compared to CA with regard to the reduction of the instrumental readings. Furthermore, the subjective feeling of having a fresh breath was not related to the values obtained using the instrumental technique.These findings indicate that lozenges can significantly reduce artificially induced halitosis, regardless of the type used. Nonetheless, additional studies using a larger sample size are required to validate these findings.
Exploring the staining potential of GSK-3 inhibitors in bovine teeth: a one-year laboratory investigation
Authors: Karacic Jelena , Eggmann Florin , Weiger Roland , Zaugg Lucia K.
Published: March 2024

GSK-3 inhibitors, such as Tideglusib (TG) and CHIR-99021 (CHIR), show promise in stimulating reparative dentin formation. The aim of this study was to assess the discoloration potential of TG and CHIR in an established in vitro model.Enamel-dentin specimens made from bovine incisors were randomly allocated to five groups (n=15 each): group bovine blood (BB), group dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), group TG, group CHIR, and group mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA). Each specimen had a central cavity in which the respective material was applied and sealed with resin-based luting material. Color determination was conducted using a dental spectrophotometer at t0 (before filling), t1 (immediately after filling), t2 (after one week), t3 (after one month), t4 (after three months), t5 (after six months), and t6 (after one year). Statistical analysis involved descriptive statistics, Kruskal-Wallis tests, and analysis of variance (α=0.05).Group BB and group CHIR exhibited the most significant decrease in lightness (∆L*) after one year (∆L*-4.7 and ∆L* -5.7, respectively), whereas groups DMSO, TG, and MTA showed minimal changes (DMSO ∆L*: -0.3; TG ∆L*: 1.4; MTA ∆L*: -0.5). Group BB and CHIR exhibited the highest ∆E values (6.4±0.6 and 6.5±0.8, respectively).Unlike CHIR, TG did not result in discoloration exceeding the threshold of visual perception, defined by a ∆E value of 5.5, during the one-year observation period. This laboratory study therefore suggests that TG could be utilized for indirect or direct pulp capping without major discoloration concerns. However, additional research is required to corroborate these findings.
Dental anxiety in Switzerland: trends in prevalence and associations with socioeconomic factors in 2010 and 2017
Authors: Ramseier Christoph , Klima Sascha , Klima Elmira , Enkling Norbert
Published: March 2024

Dental anxiety is a prevalent concern in Western societies, affecting a broad demographic from children to the elderly, and posing a challenge to the delivery of oral health care. The Swiss Dental Association (SSO) has been conducting national surveys since 1980, with additional questions since 2010, to better understand the Swiss population's perception of the dental profession. Their 2010 and 2017 surveys aimed to gain more insight into dental anxiety across Switzerland, and to relate their findings to various demographic and socio-economic factors. A total of 2240 participants (1129 in 2010 and 1111 in 2017), demographically representative of Switzerland's socioeconomic distribution, were surveyed, with an even gender distribution (49.7% male and 50.3% female, p=0.7656). The mean age of the cohort was 43.5 ±16.0 years. The prevalence of dental anxiety decreased from 2010 to 2017. In 2010, 21.3% (CI: 19.0-23.7) reported higher levels of dental anxiety, which decreased to 13.3% (CI: 11.4- 15.4) in 2017. Women consistently reported higher levels of dental anxiety than men in both years (2010: p<0.0001, 2017: p=0.0003). Logistic regression analysis revealed that higher lev- els of education (p<0.0001), trust in the dentist (p=0.0005) and satisfaction with the dentist (p=0.0489) significantly predicted lower levels of dental anxiety. In conclusion, these results highlight an overall decrease in dental anxiety from 2010 to 2017, but particularly among highly educated individuals and participants expressing satisfaction and trust in their dentist. While women consistently reported higher levels of anxiety, the overall results suggest promising trends in perceptions of oral health in Switzerland.
The Decision Support System Uses the Preference Selection Index Method in Determining Healthy Cooperatives
Authors: Sulistiani Heni , Maryana Sufiatul , Palupiningsih Pritasari , Mehta Abhishek
Published: March 2024

Determining a healthy cooperative is a challenge that requires attention to several key aspects. Effective management, stable finances, active member involvement, and compliance with laws and regulations are key factors to be considered. By paying attention to all these factors and taking appropriate action, the cooperative can achieve optimal health levels and make a significant contribution to its members as well as the surrounding community. This study aims to determine healthy cooperatives using the Preference Selection Index (PSI) method in determining the best healthy cooperatives using the criteria of Capital, Quality of Productive Assets, Management, Efficiency, Liquidity, Independence, and Cooperative Identity so that the results of the best healthy cooperative ranking recommendations will be able to become recommendations for a decision. Based on the results of the calculation of the final value and ranking of the best healthy cooperatives using the PSI method, rank 1 is Koperasi-02 with a final value of 0.10737, rank 2 is Koperasi-01 with a final value of 0.10029, rank 3 is Koperasi-03 with a final value of 0.05223, rank 4 is Koperasi-04 with a final value of 0.0107. The results of testing using blackbox testing that has been carried out obtained the results of the number of answers from respondents have a value of 100% in accordance with testing the functionality of the system using blackbox testing
Decision Support System for Student Exchange Selection in Support of Independent Campus using the MAUT and ROC Methods
Authors: Rohayani Hetty , Arini Zaza Mutiara , Sussolaikah Kelik , Syam Syahrull Hi Fi
Published: March 2024

Independent campus is an off-campus learning activity as an opportunity for students to hone skills in preparation for entering the world of work. One of the programs held is the exchange of students to be able to study on campuses or companies that join the Ministry of Education and Culture, Research and Technology. With the current independent campus program, almost all universities open up opportunities for students to register. However, because there are too many students who register, the campus has difficulty in choosing some students who can be accepted according to the criteria set by the party. For this reason, a Decision Support System is needed that applies the MAUT method along with the use of ROC to produce the best preference value. The calculation of several data samples resulted in the best final utility value in the selection of independent campus student exchanges in Alternative A2 with the best final utility value of 0.9700
Lightweight Deep Learning for Object Detection on Mobile Device
Authors: Lika Sudiharyanto , Pernando Yonky , Kurniawan Ade
Published: March 2024

Computer vision is a research in the development of technology to obtain information from images and replicate or imitate human visual processes, so that computers can know the objects around them. Deep learning is now the key word as a new era in machine learning that trains computers in finding patterns from large amounts of data. The Convolution Neural Networks (CNN) algorithm has proven impressive in terms of performance for detecting objects, image classification and semantic segmentation. Object detection is a technique used to identify the type of object in an image and also the exact location of the object in the image. Face detection is one of the most challenging problems of pattern recognition. Effective training needs to be done to be able to detect faces effectively. The accuracy in face detection using machine learning does not give good results. This research focuses on the level of accuracy of detecting faces using deep learning methods. This study compares the level of accuracy of deep learning and machine learning in detecting faces effective and efficient. This study uses the Convolution Neural Networks (CNN) model in the deep learning method to detect faces in real time on Android. According to the test results, the accuracy obtained in this study reached 97.97% in several normal facial conditions and face masks.
Imputación del riesgo de cierre temporal de locales comerciales por normas imperativas durante el estado de alarma
Authors: Busto Lago José Manuel
Published: March 2024

El cierre de locales de negocio arrendados, en los que se realizaban actividades no esenciales durante el periodo de tiempo de vigencia de las normas dictadas para evitar la propagación del virus SARS-Covid-19, planteó, desde el primer momento, la necesidad de dar respuesta a la imputación del riesgo derivado de la imposibilidad temporal de realizar la actividad para la que el local fue arrendado (al arrendador, aun cuando no le resulte imputable la imposibilidad de realizar la actividad; o al arrendatario que mantiene la posesión inmediata del local, aun cuando temporalmente pueda no obtener la utilidad esperada). La LAU no prevé causa alguna de exclusión del pago de la renta por fuerza mayor o por declaración de estado de alarma y el RDLey 15/2020, de 25 de abril, constituye un argumento normativo que ampara la exigibilidad íntegra de la renta de los locales de negocio durante el estado de alarma. La disputa doctrinal ha transcendido a los pronunciamientos jurisprudenciales, algunos de los cuales optan por considerar de aplicación la cláusula «rebus sic stantibus» que conlleva la reducción temporal de la renta; frente a otros que consideran que se trata de un riesgo empresarial que debe asumir el arrendatario. En Francia, tres arrêts de la Cour de cassation de 30 de junio de 2022 han resuelto la cuestión suscitada a favor de los propietarios / arrendadores, argumentando que la prohibición de recibir al público en los locales comerciales, de carácter general y temporal, no entraña la pérdida del local arrendado por parte del arrendatario; no constituye una inejecución o incumplimiento de la obligación de entrega y tampoco puede ser invocada como constitutiva de un supuesto de fuerza mayor que impida al arrendatario el cumplimiento de su obligación de pago de la renta. En Alemania, la sentencia del BGH de 12 de enero de 2022 ha declarado que el arrendatario que inste la reducción o la supresión de la renta debe probar las pérdidas efectivamente sufridas y que éstas hacen imposible el pago de la renta debida.
Afrofuturisme et féminisme : culture pop, culture de résistance
Authors: Foray Caroline Keisha
Published: March 2024

Cet article explore la futurité noire à travers l’Afrofuturisme. En contestant le droit futur d’exister et les conditions d’existence pour les communautés noires, l’article propose des réflexions sur le pouvoir de l’imagination et de la résistance par les arts. Ancré dans les théories critiques et féministes noires, l’article aborde la subversion, la réappropriation et la resignification à travers l’œuvre de Janelle Monáe.
Anticancer Properties and Cytotoxic Effects of Agasthiyar Hills Medicinal Herb Vernonia cinerea
Authors: Saxena Prasoon
Published: March 2024

Vernonia cinerea, an indigenous medicinal plant in Agasthiyar Hills, exhibits potent anticancer properties and cytotoxic effects. Research has revealed its ability to prevent the proliferation of cancer cells through several mechanisms, including the induction of apoptosis and cell cycle arrest. Bioactive compounds from Vernonia cinerea have shown inhibitory effects on key pathways involved in the development of many cancers. Furthermore, the plant's cytotoxicity against many cancer cells shows its potential as a therapeutic agent. Studies have elucidated the effects of Vernonia cinerea on the viability of cancer cells and have highlighted its ability to selectively target malignant cells. In addition to everyday cells. The phytochemical composition of this medicinal plant, rich in secondary metabolites, is reported to contribute to its anticancer activity.
Determinación de los factores de riesgo para desarrollar Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 mediante el Test de Findrisk
Authors: Tarqui Condori Mario César
Published: March 2024

The objective of the research was to detect the risk factors that contribute to the development of DM2 in adults over 30 years of age in the Chejepampa sector in Bolivia, applying the FINDRISK diabetes risk assessment test. The approach of this research is quantitative with a field, non-experimental design. The sample was 85 patients, over 30 years old. The technique was the survey and the instrument was the FINDRISK Test. The main results were that 30% of the sample has low risk, 35% has a slightly increased risk, 22% has a moderate risk, 12% has a high risk and 1% has a very high risk. It is concluded that the Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (Findrisk) is one of the simplest and most effective tools to prevent T2DM.
Riesgo de Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 en trabajadores de la salud a través del Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC)
Authors: Campas Mendoza Ilse Yazmin , Pérez Dorticós Maydel , Barrios Olán Casandra
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Determinar la probabilidad de desarrollar Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 (DMT2) a 10 años en trabajadores de la salud.  Métodos: Estudio descriptivo, prospectivo, transversal. Se realizó en la Unidad de Medicina Familiar UMF No. 1, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social en Ciudad Obregón, Sonora. (México). Fue aplicado el cuestionario FINDRISC en una muestra finita de 132 trabajadores, seleccionados por muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia. En el análisis de resultados se utilizó el programa SPSS versión 25 español. Resultados: Predominó, el sexo femenino (69.7%), el promedio de edad fue 37.6 años, la categoría laboral con mayor frecuencia fue la de asistente médico (25.8%). El índice de masa corporal más frecuente fue sobrepeso. Las variables del cuestionario con mayor repetición fueron: sobrepeso, perímetro abdominal aumentado, inactividad física y antecedentes familiares de DMT2 en familiares de primer orden. El riesgo que predominó fue el grupo de riesgo ligeramente elevado en 52 (39.4%) que se traduce en un riesgo del 4% de desarrollar DMT2 tipo 2 a 10 años. Conclusiones: Menos de la octava parte de los sujetos estudiados presentó puntaje de riesgo alto, sin embargo, casi la mitad de los trabajadores se encuentran en riesgo de moderado a muy alto de presentar diabetes a 10 años.
Some functional, biochemical and skill variables resulting from the ef-fect of special exercises for advanced basketball players
Authors: Ahmed Salman Jawad, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Hassan Yas
Published: March 2024

The importance of a research on the practical application of this method has emerged because this training method is one of the modern methods used in sports training that works to develop some functional, biochemical and skill abilities faster and in a shorter time than other traditional training methods. In the last quarter of the match (the fourth quarter), the researchers noticed a weakness in skills through a decrease in concentration among the players in the last minutes of the match. This problem appeared in all players through a decline in the level of performance result-ing from fatigue, which affects functional, biochemical and skill variables. This is a result of the lack of concentration in shooting in the last quarter of the match, and this is what most coaches of Iraqi Premier League basketball clubs suffer from, which made the researchers pay attention to this problem and find solutions to it by applying special exercises and knowing their impact on the functional, biochemical and skill abilities of advanced basketball players, and aims search: To prepare spe-cial exercises for some functional, biochemical and skill variables for advanced basketball players. And to identify the effect of special exercises on some functional, biochemical and skill variables for advanced basketball players. The researchers adopted the experimental method as it was the most appropriate to the nature of the problem to be studied using a two-group method for the experimental and control groups. The research population was identified as (12) Premier League basketball players for the 2022-2023 sports season, and the Tigris University Club was chosen intentionally to be the research sample. The club consists of (12) players, and by dividing the sample of research individuals into two groups (experimental and con-trolled). The distribution was (6) players for each group. The researcher used ap-propriate tests for the purpose of extracting variables, and the results were pro-cessed using appropriate statistical methods. The researchers came to the following conclusions:1- The researchers’ use of exercises had a positive impact during the training units on the players, which contributed to the development of functional, biochemical and skill variables among the basketball players of the research sample in the pre- and post-tests.In light of the conclusions reached by the researchers, the researchers can recom-mend the following:1- Using scientific principles when developing and preparing exercises in terms of intensity, volume, and comfort, because of its positive impact on developing the functional, biochemical, and skill variables in basketball for the experimental group.
Emotional sensitivity and its relationship to emotional balance of advanced soccer players in Al-Hussein Sports Club
Authors: Ahmed muaed hussain , waael mughdad shaheen
Published: March 2024

The current research aims to:- Building a continuous training test to measure aspects of muscular strength (explosive force, force characterized by speed, force induced by speed, and force flexed) for the legs of the Mosul City Youth Soccer Academy players.The research samples were represented by young players from the city of Mosul’s academies, as follows:The sample of construction and discrimination for the test was (180) players.The stability sample for the test was (25) players.The sample of the exploratory experiment was (10) players.The researchers followed the scientific steps in constructing the test in extract-ing the discriminant validity of the test and reliability using the repetition method, and then they extracted the test scores and standard levels for the physical characteristics measured from the test, which are (explosive strength, strength characterized by speed, force endurance distinguished by speed, power endurance) for the two men through One connected practice test.The researchers used the statistical program SPSS to process the research da-ta and reach its results.The researchers concluded the following:- The ability of the new connected training test to measure aspects of muscu-lar strength (explosive force, force characterized by speed, force flexed by speed, force flexed) for young football academies players in the city of Mosul.The researchers recommend the following:- Adopting the new test in measuring the aspects of muscular strength of the legs (explosive force, force characterized by speed, force extension character-ized by speed, force extension) for young football academies players in the city of Mosul when coaches and researchers measure these aspects of muscu-lar strength.
Gaps in Professional Development and Knowledge of Teaching HyFlex Courses in Higher Education
Authors:   ,   University of the Southwest, Armstrong Erica
Published: March 2024

During the COVID-19 outbreak, 59% of higher education intuitions moved toward hybrid services (Selingo et al., 2021). A HyFlex course is a version of class delivery that incorporates in-class instruction, online synchronous sessions, and asynchronous content approaches. The specific educational leadership problem is that instructors may not have received enough professional development to feel comfortable delivering courses using a HyFlex method (Raman et al., 2021). This research was accomplished through a case study design. The case study focused on a purposeful sample of ten undergraduate faculty members at a small, private university in rural New Mexico. The researcher employed the connectivism theory established by Siemens (2005) in this study. The connectivism theory integrates principles emerging from chaos, network and complexity, and self-organization theories (Picciano, 2017). Semi-structured in-depth interviews with open-ended and probing questions offered an opportunity to gather the information that included opinions, behaviors, values, and beliefs (Yin, 2018). The researcher began data collection processes individually with ten university faculty instructors providing HyFlex courses at the undergraduate level. After member checking, the information gathered was coded. Thematic analysis was used to code the transcripts. Findings are based on the four themes identified from the thematic analysis process. Theme 1: Faculty members have not received professional development on HyFlex use. Theme 2: Professional development from the university was limited to the early adoption phase. Theme 3: Access to professional development from instructor research. Theme 4: There is a need for further professional development opportunities to enhance HyFlex implementation. The outcomes of the current study have important implications for social change. Specific implications for social change could be realized on the levels of faculty, administrators, professional training institutions, and HyFlex technology experts.
Senescent cells inhibit mouse myoblast differentiation via the SASP-lipid 15d-PGJ2 mediated modification and control of HRas
Authors: Pundlik Swarang Sachin , Barik Alok , Venkateshvaran Ashwin , Sahoo Snehasudha Subhadarshini , Jaysingh Mahapatra Anshuman , Math Raviswamy GH , Lal Heera , Hashmi Maroof Athar , Ramanathan Arvind
Published: March 2024

Senescent cells are characterized by multiple features such as increased expression of senescence-associated β-galactosidase activity (SA β-gal) and cell cycle inhibitors such as p21 or p16. They accumulate with tissue damage and dysregulate tissue homeostasis. In the context of skeletal muscle, it is known that agents used for chemotherapy such as Doxorubicin (Doxo) cause buildup of senescent cells, leading to the inhibition of tissue regeneration. Senescent cells influence the neighboring cells via numerous secreted factors which form the senescence-associated secreted phenotype (SASP). Lipids are emerging as a key component of SASP that can control tissue homeostasis. Arachidonic acid-derived lipids have been shown to accumulate within senescent cells, specifically 15d-PGJ2, which is an electrophilic lipid produced by the non-enzymatic dehydration of the prostaglandin PGD2. This study shows that 15d-PGJ2 is also released by Doxo-induced senescent cells as an SASP factor. Treatment of skeletal muscle myoblasts with the conditioned medium from these senescent cells inhibits myoblast fusion during differentiation. Inhibition of L-PTGDS, the enzyme that synthesizes PGD2, diminishes the release of 15d-PGJ2 by senescent cells and restores muscle differentiation. We further show that this lipid post-translationally modifies Cys184 of HRas in C2C12 mouse skeletal myoblasts, causing a reduction in the localization of HRas to the Golgi, increased HRas binding to Ras Binding Domain (RBD) of RAF Kinase (RAF-RBD), and activation of cellular Mitogen Activated Protein (MAP) kinase–Extracellular Signal Regulated Kinase (Erk) signaling (but not the Akt signaling). Mutating C184 of HRas prevents the ability of 15d-PGJ2 to inhibit the differentiation of muscle cells and control the activity of HRas. This work shows that 15d-PGJ2 released from senescent cells could be targeted to restore muscle homeostasis after chemotherapy.
Association of Chiropractic Colleges Educational Conference and Research Agenda Conference 2024: The Healthcare Evolution
Authors:   Association of Chiropractic Colleges
Published: March 2024

This conference was convened by the Association of Chiropractic Colleges in San Diego, CA from March 21–23, 2024. The theme for this Association of Chiropractic Colleges Educational Conference and Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC) program was The Healthcare Evolution. This proceedings document includes the names of the Peer Review Committee members and all platform and poster abstracts presented at the 2024 ACC-RAC.
Supporting Preschool Children’s Resilience at Basic Daily Context: Parents’ and Teachers’ Views in Selected Kindergartens in Greece
Authors: Christina Karela
Published: March 2024

Aims: This paper aimed to shed light on the understanding of the concept of ‘risk and resilience’ by young children’s main caregivers (parents and kindergarten teachers), as well as to explore and compare their perspectives on the daily applied strategies to develop and promote children’s resilience at home and school respectively.

Study Design:  A qualitative approach was chosen in order to evaluate parents’ and kindergarten teachers’ beliefs, experiences and attitudes towards ‘resilience’ through semi-structured interviews.

Place and Duration of Study: The study conducted in Greece and the whole procedure from design to data analysis and report writing lasted eight months (from January to August 2023). 

Methodology: 17 mothers of preschool children (3.5 to 5.5 years old) and 16 kindergarten teachers who worked in public kindergartens from different regions in Greece participated in the study, selected by a convenience sampling. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the qualitative data from the participants’ responses to the interviews.

Results: Mothers and kindergarten teachers recognized risk and stressors in children development. Their discrepancy was that teachers emphasized the importance of risk factors in the family such as neglect, abuse, divorce, financial problems etc., while mothers referred more to child individual (e.g. disease, cognitive disability) or socio-cultural factors (e.g. crisis, bulling, internet addiction). They both seemed adequate enough to capture the essential features of the concept ‘resilience’ such us “positive adaptation after a threat or adversity”. As concerned the strategies to support children’s resilience both kindergarten teachers and mothers considered that they could serve as positive role models for promoting resilience. They put first their relationship/ bonding with the child as well as the interactions between the two contexts (family-school). They adopted appropriate practices (e.g. discussion, story reading, social scenarios, expression support) to achieve their goals mainly related to socio-emotional learning/ development. 

Conclusion: The conclusions were hoped to have major implications for parents and teachers, suggesting that they can be used for the design of training or intervention programs focusing in enhancing children’s resilience and to guide principles and policy decisions that influence the field of early education.
Hypertension among the Elderly in the Tzu Chi Flat, West Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Zendrato Mey Lona Verawaty , Hiko Veronika Fernanda Dua , Nurhasanah
Published: March 2024

Aims: Hypertension is a cause of premature death in the world that should be prevented. As well as being the number 3 cause of death after stroke and tuberculosis in Indonesia. This study aims to get an overview of the blood pressure of the elderly in the tzu chi flat so that it can inform especially the elderly, accompanying families, health cadres and health workers so that they can make various efforts to anticipate the occurrence of hypertension, care and rehabilitation measures.
Study Design: Cross sectional survey.
Place and Duration of Study: Sample in this research is elderly in the Tzu Chi Flat, Jakarta between February – June 2022.
Methodology: Quantitative research was used using the survey method with a cross-sectional approach which was conducted on 95 elderly people. This research was divided into 4 phases, namely the preparation phase, the implementation phase, the integration phase and the dissemination.
Results: In the implementation, data collection was carried out, namely visual acuity measurements and interviews using a questionnaire where the results obtained were 35 elderly (36.8%) experiencing pre-hypertension. And as many as 38 elderly (40%) experienced hypertension in the age range of 60-74 years. Where 28 (73.7%) elderly hypertension is predominantly not working with (100%) having a low level of education.
Conclusion: However, the elderly who have hypertension in the Tzu Chi Flat still have a high level of independence in carrying out their daily activities. Based on these results, it shows that the hypertension rate is strongly related to age, physical activity and level of education in the Tzu Chi flat. For this reason, there must be treatment that can be done, such as prevention and control of hypertension in the elderly, namely early detection which involves the role of the family and even health workers. Health workers can work together with integrated healthcare center cadres as the first line to reach the elderly (An extension of the hand) to increase the knowledge of the elderly about the health status of the elderly.
Clinical and Therapeutic Approach to Lymphocytic Alimentary Lymphoma in a Cat: Case Report
Authors: Oliveira Iago Martins , Lopes Mariana Moreira
Published: March 2024

The report aims to describe a case of lymphocytic alimentary lymphoma in a feline. A male, no defined breed, neutered feline patient, 11 years old, presented at a veterinary clinic due to episodes of vomiting. No changes were observed during the clinical examination, and the patient underwent additional examinations. Screening tests revealed abnormalities in the stratification of the intestinal layers, indicating the necessity for a biopsy to investigate the tissue architecture of the affected intestinal segments. Following the diagnosis of alimentary lymphoma, drug treatment was initiated, and the patient continued to be clinically monitored. Lymphoma is a common hematopoietic neoplasm in felines, the diagnosis of which is challenging and requires the utilization of several methods to classify it accurately and direct treatment, thereby alleviating clinical signs.
Price Dynamics of Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP) in India
Authors: Ajmal S  , Rohith S. , Unniravisankar P  , Nabay Osman
Published: March 2024

The development of society depends on several core elements, including food, livelihood, nutritional security, and healthcare. To gain insight into the dynamics and volatility of prices of top crops, a study was conducted analysing wholesale monthly price data for selected states and all of India from January 2005 to December 2021. Various methodologies such as the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), seasonality index, Cuddy Della Valle Index, rescaled range analysis, and ARCH-GARCH model were utilized to achieve the research objectives. According to the study, West Bengal had major crop price fluctuations with tomatoes being costly from July to November, onions from August to January, and potatoes from July to December. Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Punjab experienced the highest monthly price instability for tomatoes, onions, and potatoes. Additionally, the prices of TOP crops were more unpredictable than cereals and pulses. The price series of potatoes had long-term memory detection, and onions had the highest price volatility among TOP crops. According to the study, in order to tackle the price variability of TOP crops, it is necessary to enhance price stabilization measures. By implementing integrated policies, a stable pricing system can be established for top crops, which will not only safeguard the interests of consumers but also ensure food and economic security for farmers.