bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Employing in silico investigations to determine the cross-kingdom approach for Curcuma longa miRNAs and their human targets
Authors: Saiyed Atiyabanu N. , Vasavada Abhay R. , Johar S. R. Kaid
Published: January 2023

Background

Plant elements and extracts have been used for centuries to treat a wide range of diseases, from cancer to modern lifestyle ailments like viral infections. These plant-based miRNAs have the capacity to control physiological and pathological conditions in both humans and animals, and they might be helpful in the detection and treatment of a variety of diseases. The present study investigates the miRNA of the well-known spice Curcuma Longa and its prospective targets using a variety of bioinformatics techniques.

Results

Using the integrative database of animal, plant, and viral microRNAs known as miRNEST 2.0, nine C. longa miRNAs were predicted. psRNA target service foretells the presence of 23 human target genes linked to a variety of disorders. By interacting with a variety of cellular and metabolic processes, miRNAs 167, 1525, and 756 have been found to be critical regulators of tumour microenvironment. SARS-cov2 and influenza A virus regulation have been connected to ZFP36L1 from miRNA 1525 and ETV5 from miRNA 756, respectively.

Conclusions

The current cross-kingdom study offers fresh knowledge about how to increase the effectiveness of plant-based therapies for disease prevention and serves as a platform for in vitro and in vivo research development.

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USING METAPHORICAL ASSOCIATIVE CARDS FOR NORMALIZATION OF ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION IN STUDENTS
Authors: Kozlova Maria A. , Kozlov Aleksey V. , Tarasov Alexander V.
Published: January 2023

In modern scientific and methodological literature, the results of studies with metaphorical comparisons of punishments and applications are not fully presented, especially since there are no promising experimental studies proving their effectiveness in normalizing and preventing anxious and depressive consequences. The conducted research allows eliminating this gap and reveals the need to study the practical application of metaphorical cards and materials as a useful and convenient art therapy tool. The study involved 60 students who had problems with increased anxiety. The students were divided into control and experimental groups of 30 people each. In the control group, the following methods were used: art therapy, sand therapy, therapeutic metaphor, success modeling, and breathing relaxation exercises. The experimental group used the same methods, but with the addition of metaphorical mind cards and aids. The use of metaphorical associative. The experimental group used the same methods, but with the addition of metaphorical mind cards and materials, as part of therapy, had a positive effect on the negative emotional states of students, and gave higher results. Along with this, it should be noted that other therapeutic methods also gave a positive result in 3 sessions, most of the participants in the experiment went beyond the negative values, and positive changes were observed in all. However, the use of MAC had the best effect in the framework of short therapy and gave more positive dynamics in stabilizing the emotional background.

Purpose. Experimentally test and apply metaphorical associative cards during individual consultations to reduce anxiety, anxiety and prevent depressive states.

Methodology. In accordance with the intended purpose and the studied scientific literature, we have identified and used a standardized diagnostic technique - psychological testing, in addition, the study included a survey.

Results. As a result of the study, the effectiveness of the use of metaphorical associative cards to stabilize the emotional states of students has been scientifically substantiated and experimentally proven.

Practical implications. The study will help expand the range of use of metaphorical associative cards and materials in the work of psychologists and teachers to establish contacts, relieve anxiety and depression in older adolescents. The practical application of metaphorical cards and materials can be of great interest to specialists in general education institutions, organizations of secondary vocational education, universities, psychological and social centers.
METHODOLOGICAL APPROACHES TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF HIGHER EDUCATION TEACHERS
Authors: Nechaeva Olga A.
Published: January 2023

Purpose. The article is devoted to the description of methodical approaches and techniques, ways to develop professional competencies of teachers to improve the quality of the educational process in modern Russian universities.

Methodology. The main methods of research were the following: theoretical analysis (analyzing psycho-pedagogical and methodological literature, researching educational and methodological materials), empirical research (observation during the teachers’ class visits, filling out the class attendance checklist).

Results. The main result of the article was a description of the basic principles of basic methodological training of teachers of higher education using modern educational technologies.

Practical implications. The results of the research can be applied to the training of teaching staff and scientific-pedagogical workers, as well as in the field of additional professional education of teachers at Russian universities.
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis - novel approach on future treatment
Authors: Pacek Katarzyna , Piekarska Małgorzata , Pikulicka Agata , Jedlina Klaudia , Szulc Izabela , Kasperski Radosław , Swacha Weronika , Makowska Karolina
Published: January 2023

IntroductionIdiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a fatal pulmonary disease that leads to progressive fibrosis and extremely poor resaults.. Since the etiology is unknown, there are highly limited options of the IPF treatment. The researchers are trying to discover the most valuable targets, leading them to the agents registered in different conditions or not registered as any other treatment. This innovative approach can result in IPF being determined as not fatal.
PurposeThe purpose of our review is to present possible future treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and point out the promising targets that could lead the researchers to the development of better IPF management.
Materials and methodsWe have reviewed the literature from the PubMed database searching for clinical trials, meta analysis and randomized controlled trials from the past 5 years. The keywords we agreed on offered us the most informative articles and made us hope for the further development of our article.
ResultsOur review shows that there are new targets that could significantly benefit IPF treatment. However, the means we presented in our review need more research to prove its safeness, effectiveness in slowing down the decline of the FVC, improving patients’ physical efficiency, their saturation level and most importantly their ability to stop the continuous fibrosis of the lungs.
ConclusionsThe only treatment registered for IPF are nintedanib and pirfenidone, but the researchers continue the exploration of new possible measures to improve the survival rate and quality of life of the patients suffering from this fatal disease.
Effect of fasting mimicking diet on cardiovascular risk factors
Authors: Kasprowicz Jakub , Hyjek Michał , Pierzchała Jakub Rafał , Bednarz Katarzyna , Banaś Patryk , Sobańska Natalia , Banasiak Aleksandra Paulina , Teichman Rafał , Abram Kamila , Adamus Justyna
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain major problem in modern medicine. According to World Health Organization they are the leading cause of death. Despite increased awareness about impact of healthy lifestyle,  mortality still remains on high level. Cardiovascular diseases requires multidisciplinary treatment. One of those aspects is determinate an appropriate diet.  
Purpose: The aim of this systemic review is to collect, evaluate and summarize the information on fasting mimicking diets and it is effect on therapy and prevention in cardiovascular diseases.
Material and methods: Analysis and review of available literature. The search of articles in popular scientific databases such as PubMed, Google Schoolar WHO database
State of knowledge: Risky behavior include unhealthy diet, tobacco use, physical inactivity, alcohol abuse. Those behaves lead obesity, raised blood pressure, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia. Those factors have significant impact on the increase of cardiovascular diseases in the population. Fasting and calorie restriction are becoming more and more popular.
Results: Many studies indicate that fasting mimicking diet can prevent from excessive fat accumulation, obesity, diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension As a result it decreases probability of cardiovascular diseases. Those diets not only support weight loss, but also can help maintain good health  and extend lifespan.
Graded Response Models on the Curiosity Measurement of Elementary School Students
Authors: Herwin Herwin , Nurhayati Riana , Lidyasari Aprilia Tina , Costa Augusto da
Published: January 2023

Curiosity is one of the most important characters for elementary school students. However, the facts in the field show that the measurement model used by the teacher to identify the student's curiosity is not yet available in a standardized manner. This study aims to develop a model for measuring the curiosity of elementary school students using the graded response model (GRM) approach. This research uses quantitative method with descriptive type. The research sample used was 236 elementary school students who were randomly selected. Data were collected using a questionnaire of 16 statement items using a Likert scale approach. The data were analyzed using the response item theory approach with the GRM. The results showed that the model for measuring student curiosity in elementary schools had good location parameters, a good discriminant index, a fairly good information function with a small estimation error. The curiosity measurement model in this study can be used as an alternative for teachers to identify students' curiosity in elementary schools.
Epistemic injustice in a parenting support programme for refugees in Norway
Authors: Steen-Johnsen Tale , Skreland Lisbeth Ljosdal
Published: January 2023

In this article, we discuss epistemic injustice in the International Child Development Programme (ICDP), a universalised parenting support programme in Norway that is mandatory for all newly arrived refugees. We show that despite the programme’s good intentions, it constitutes a form of epistemic injustice because it enforces a state-endorsed epistemology that proffers the ‘right’ way of parenting. Using data collected during ICDP training for a group of newly arrived refugee parents from Syria, we explore how the ideals embedded in the programme influence the interactions and epistemic exchanges between participants and mentors. This study contributes to discussions on parenting support for marginalised groups by revealing the functioning of epistemic injustice as new inhabitants in a welfare state are targeted by a social support programme aimed at enhancing their parenting skills.
Growth performance, meat quality, and blood characteristics of finisher crossbred pigs fed diets supplemented with different levels of green tea (Camellia sinensis) by-products
Authors: Oanh Nguyen Cong , Thu Cu Thi Thien , Hong Nguyen Thi , Giang Nguyen Thi Phuong , Hornick Jean-Luc , Dang Pham Kim
Published: January 2023

Background and Aim: Dietary supplementation with green tea by-product shows special effects on animal parameters. This study aimed to assess the effects of green tea by-products (GTBP) in the diet on some blood parameters, growth performance, and carcass characteristics of finishing pigs and on meat quality, and nutritional composition of pork.

Materials and Methods: One hundred and sixty crossbred pigs with an initial body weight of 65.15 ± 0.38 kg, were distributed into four dietary treatments, with four replicates of 10 pigs each. The dietary treatments were a basal diet (control diet, CON), and three experimental diets (GTBP8, GTBP16, and GTBP24) based on the CON diet supplemented with GTBP at 8, 16, and 24 g/kg of feed. The studied parameters were examined during the experimental period of 10 weeks.

Results: No statistical differences in average daily feed intake, average daily gain, and feed conversion ratio were observed between the diet treatments (p > 0.05). Backfat thickness decreased (linear, p < 0.05) according to the GTBP levels but no other carcass parameters. Meat quality was not influenced by the GTBP levels (p > 0.05). However, pigs fed with GTBP had a decrease in cholesterol content and an increase in crude protein and total omega-3 content of pork compared to the CON diet (p < 0.05). Moreover, dietary supplementation with GTBP significantly decreased plasma cholesterol (p < 0.05), and trends for the decrease in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol and urea nitrogen were observed (linear, p = 0.08).

Conclusion: Up to 24 g/kg GTBP in the diet for finishing pigs does not impair animal performance and makes carcass leaner with softer meat as well as positive effects on cholesterol and fatty acid metabolism. Further experiments are needed to determine the optimal levels of GTBP addition in finishing pig diet to produce higher meat quality.
Digital Learning Ecosystem: Current State, Prospects, and Hurdles
Authors: Belessova Damira , Ibashova Almira , Bosova Lyudmila , Shaimerdenova Guldana
Published: January 2023

The article is an analysis of the current topic – digitalization of the educational process. In the course of collecting and interpreting the known data, the authors cite the pedagogical foundations of digital literacy, the current state of digital learning and problems, and the prospects for the development of this direction in the future are also considered. In addition, the situations of creating a digital ecosystem in individual countries of the world were analyzed.
Synthesis, structure, and cytotoxicity of some triorganotin(iv) complexes of 3-aminobenzoic acid-based Schiff bases
Authors: Wang Ruili , Zhang Jing , Cui Gaoyu , Tian Laijin
Published: January 2023

Six new triorganotin(iv) complexes of 3-aminobenzoic acid-based Schiff bases, 3-(R′-CH═N)C6H4COOSnR3 (1–6) (R′, R = 5-Br-2-HOC6H3, Ph (1); 3,5-Br2-2-HOC6H2, Ph (2); 4-NEt2-2-HOC6H3, Cy (3); 3-OCH3-2-HOC6H3, Cy (4); 2-HOC10H6, Ph (5); 2-HOC10H6, Cy (6)), have been synthesized by the one-pot reaction of equimolar 3-aminobenzoic acid, substituted 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde (or 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde) and triorganotin(iv) hydroxide, and characterized by elemental analysis, FT-IR, NMR spectroscopy, and X-ray single crystal diffraction. The NMR data (1
J(119Sn–13C) and 119Sn chemical shifts) suggested that these organotin(iv) complexes are all four-coordinated in CDCl3 solution. In the crystalline state, the tin atoms in 1–4 and 6 are four-coordinated and possess a distorted tetrahedral geometry. Complex 5 with crystalline solvents (CH3OH and CHCl3) exhibits a zigzag chain, and the five coordination atoms on the tin atom are arranged in a trigonal bipyramidal geometry in which the carboxylate oxygen atom and the phenolic oxygen atom of the adjacent ligand occupy the axial positions. In all complexes, the 3-(arylmethyleneamino)benzoate ligands are coordinated with tin atoms in monodentate mode. Their cytotoxicity against two human cancer cell lines (A549 and HeLa), UV-Vis, and fluorescence have been determined, and the results reveal that complexes 1–6 have higher cytotoxicity than cisplatin and may be explored for potential blue luminescent materials.
Existence and Stability Results of Stochastic Differential Equations with Non-instantaneous Impulse and Poisson jumps
Authors: Varshini S. , Banupriya K. , Ramkumar K. , Ravikumar K.
Published: January 2023

This paper focuses on a new class of non-instantaneous impulsive stochastic differential equations generated by mixed fractional Brownian motion with poisson jump in real separable Hilbert space. A set of sufficient conditions are generated based on the stochastic analysis technique, analytic semigroup theory of linear operators, fractional power of operators, and fixed point theory to obtain existence and uniqueness results of mild solutions for the considered system. Furthermore, the asymptotic behaviour of the system is investigated. Finally, an example is proposed to validate the obtained results.
Evaluation of change in heart rate variability due to different soundscapes
Authors: Manohare Manish , Garg Bhavya , Rajasekar E , Parida Manoranjan
Published: January 2023

Soundscapes affect the health and quality of life of humans. Noisy soundscapes have a negative impact on humans causing annoyance, sleep disturbance and cardiovascular issues. This paper analyses the change in heart rate variability (HRV) due to exposure of different soundscape stimuli. A total of 40 soundscape stimuli were collected from New Delhi India, which were grouped into three clusters, ‘Loud’, ‘Active’ and ‘Silent’, based on psychoacoustic indicators. Listening experiments were conducted with 25 healthy participants, during which electro-cardiography responses were collected as response variable.

HRV analysis was performed to analyse the change in time domain (Heart rate, SDNN, NN50, pNN50) and frequency domain (VLF, LF, HF, LF/LF ratio) parameters. A significant change in heart rate is observed with an increase in loudness of stimuli. The change in HRV is analysed by considering noise sensitivity level of participants. A significant decrease in SDNN is noted for participants with high noise sensitivity. Frequency domain parameters of HRV did not exhibit a significant change due to noise exposure. A significant decrease in SDNN suggests imbalanced autonomic nervous system activation, which increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, particularly for people with high noise sensitivity.
Comparing pre- and post-pandemic greenhouse gas and noise emissions from road traffic in Rome (Italy): a multi-step approach
Authors: Aletta Francesco , Gemma Andrea , Mannini Livia , Patella Sergio Maria
Published: January 2023

This study presents the results of a traffic simulation analysis and emissions (greenhouse gas and noise) assessment comparing pre-pandemic (2019) and post-pandemic (2022) periods. The estimation of road traffic demand is based on conventional data sources and floating car data; next, the traffic simulation procedure was performed providing road network traffic volumes, which are the input for the emission models. The diffusion of teleworking, e-commerce, as well as the digitization of many processes, services and activities, lead to a significant change in urban mobility. Results show a significant though still not complete resumption of commuters travel activity (−10% compared to pre-pandemic period) in the morning peak-hour. This translates into an 11% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and a 0.1% increase in noise emissions.
Revamping agricultural sector and its implications on output and employment generation: Evidence from Nigeria
Authors: Asaleye Abiola John , Inegbedion Henry , Lawal Adedoyin Isola , Adeleke Oluwayemisi Kadijat , Osakede Uche Abamba , Ogunwole Elizabeth Bolatito
Published: January 2023

The Nigerian government has implemented a comprehensive spectrum of policies and programmes to diversify the economy and encourage broad-based growth through investment in the agricultural sector. However, the steady increase in the poverty and unemployment rate has raised controversial issues among scholars. In light of this, the study investigates the impact of selected macroeconomic variables on Nigeria’s agricultural performance using two models for output and employment. The Error Correction Model (ECM) approach was used to establish the short and long-run behaviours. In the first model, output in the agricultural sector was used as the independent variable, while in the second model, employment in the agricultural sector was used as the independent variable. The study’s findings showed that output positively relates to credit to the agricultural sector and exchange rate. However, it was depicted that output and employment in the agricultural sector in both the short-run and the long-run are not statistically significant. The implication drawn from the study is that credit granted to the agricultural sector can foster aggregate output in the sector, which will promote long-term employment. The study suggests considerable investment in the agricultural sector and the need to strengthen institutions for proper management of resources to ensure effective evaluation of funds disbursed for improving the agricultural sector, among others.
New versions of refinements and reverses of Young-type inequalities with the Kantorovich constant
Authors: Rashid Mohammad H. M. , Bani-Ahmad Feras
Published: January 2023

Recently, some Young-type inequalities have been promoted. The purpose of this article is to give further refinements and reverses to them with Kantorovich constants. Simultaneously, according to the scalar result, we have obtained some corresponding operator inequalities and matrix versions, including Hilbert-Schmidt norm, unitary invariant norm, and trace norm can be regarded as Scalar inequality.
Caregiver’s Knowledge regarding Homecare Management of Spastic Cerebral Palsy Children Under 12 Years Old in Rapareen Province
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, College of Nursing, Sulaimania University, Sulaimania, Kurdistan region, Iraq., Faqi-Rahid Farida , Hasan Shukir ,   Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Hawler Medical University and Tishk International University, Erbil, Kurdistan region, Iraq.
Published: January 2023

Background and objectives: Spasticity, sometimes called hypertonia, makes movement difficult or even impossible. Spastic children with Cerebral Palsy face many health problems that need significant attention at home. This study aimed to assess caregivers’ knowledge about home care management of spastic CP children in the Rapareen Region. Methods: A quantitative, descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in the Rapareen Region of Sulaimani city. The period started from October 1st, 2020, to October 1st, 2021. Purposive (non-probability) sampling techniques of 115 caregivers, who attend rehabilitation centers in Ranya, Chwarqwrne, and Qaladeze in Rapareen province, were respectively recruited to the study. The investigators prepared a ques-tionnaire format after reviewing related literature. Direct interview (face to face) and a home visit was conducted to collect the data. Descriptive statistics SPSS version 25 was used, and statistics of frequencies, percentages, and inferential statistical analysis of Chi-square test and regression were used. Results: The vast majority (98.3%) of the primary caregivers were mothers of spastic CP children. Almost all (94.8) of the caregivers were married. The majority (88.7%) of caregivers were housewives. Less than half (48.7%) of the sample were between 31 to 40 years. More than three quarter (67%) of the sample were male children and more than half (65.2%) were School-age children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy. There was a statistically highly significant association between formal years of education and residency area of caregiver with the caregiver’s knowledge at a p-value of 0.020 and 0.003 respectively. Factors significantly associated with caregivers’ knowledge of homecare of spastic CP children include the level of education of caregiver, age of caregiver, and height of spastic Cerebral Palsy children. Conclusion: The findings of the present study showed that level of education, age of caregiver, and residency areas are associated with caregiver’s knowledge regarding homecare of spastic Cerebral Palsy children. Mothers are required educational programs to boost knowledge regarding homecare management of spastic CP children.
Mothers’ Knowledge Regarding Home Care Management of Neonatal Jaundice in Qaladze - Sulaymaniyah City
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, College of Nursing, Sulaimania University, Sulaimania, Kurdistan region, Iraq., Mohammad Banaz , Hasan Shukir ,   Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Hawler Medical University and Tishk International University, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq.
Published: January 2023

Background and Objectives: Jaundice is the most common condition requiring medical attention in newborn babies. The mother has a significant role in reducing the effects. Early discharge of mothers and neonates from the hospitals increased the responsibility of mothers in recognizing jaundice has increased. This study aimed to assess the level of the mothers’ knowledge regarding home care management of neonatal jaundice. Methods: A quantitative, cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Shahidan Qaladze Teaching Hospital from the period of January 2021 to March 2022. Purposive (non-probability) sampling techniques were used to recruit participants. The study sample included 114 mothers. Data was collected using a questionnaire prepared by the investigator, and direct interviews were conducted. Descriptive statistics including, frequencies and percentages, and inferential statistical analysis of Chi-square was used to analyze the data. Results: The results show that 34.2% of the mothers were between 26-32 years. Concerning occupation, more than three-quarters (86%) of the sample were housewives. The study demonstrated that the majority (64.9%) of mothers did not have enough in-formation about jaundice. There was a statistically significant association between parents’ relatives and the source of information regarding the mother’s knowledge. The study showed a statistically significant association between mothers’ knowledge and early initiation of breastfeeding. Factors associated with mother’s knowledge include the mother’s age, occupation, years of formal education, residency areas, received health education on neonate jaundice, and the source of information. Conclusion and Recommendations: The study concluded that most mothers had a deficit of knowledge regarding home care management of neonatal jaundice. It is recommended to provide mothers with comprehensive health education about neonatal jaundice care to improve their knowledge and practice in caring for neonates with jaundice.
Home Health Care Services Delivered by Nurses to the Relatives with COVID-19
Authors:   Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Hawler Medical University and Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq, Aziz Newroz
Published: January 2023

Background and objective: Kurdish community have a long-standing history of looking after family members and loved one in times of sickness. Caring for COVID-19 patients at home is a huge responsibility and challenging. Despite fear of losing family members, relatives working in the health care system dedicated their time to care for their relatives affected by COVID-19. No studies have been done to investigate the care provided to the COVID-19 patients at home-setting by nurses. The purpose of this study is to investigate the health care services provided to COVID-19 patients at home-setting by nurses. Methods: This study is a descriptive quantitative study with a sample size of seventy-four nurses. The nurses claimed that they looked after more than 180 patients at the home setting. The data was collected through an online questionnaire format prepared by the researcher after an extensive literature review and discussion with the nurses who provided home care to COVID-19 patients. The researcher also utilized the guide-lines and data published on the World Health Organization (WHO), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) websites for constructing the tool. Data was collected through Google Forms from 1st January 2022 to 29th March 2022. Results: Of the seventy-four nurses that completed the questionnaire, half held a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The nurses reported caring for more than 180 patients in total with 37.8% of nurses caring for one patient. More than half (52.7%) of patients were aged 50-64 years. The results of the study showed that the home care included health assessment, nursing intervention, evaluation, reassessment, and practicing preventive measures. Conclusion: Depending on the data received from the nurses, COVID-19 patients in home setting received holistic nursing care and patients were under close and constant monitoring.
Lifestyle Factors and Symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors:   College of Pharmacy, Hawler Medical University, Kurdistan Region, Erbil, Iraq., Haydar Asmaa , Saber Muzhda ,   Department of Medical Analysis, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq., Saleh Goran ,   Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Tishk International University, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq., Al-Banna Dara ,   Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Tishk International University and Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq.
Published: January 2023

Background and Objectives: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a condition characterized by heartburn and acid regurgitation without signs of oesophagal mucosal injury on one hand, and erosive oesophagitis and Barrett's oesophagus consequences like oesophagal cancer on the other. The aim of this study was to explore the involvement of different lifestyle-related factors in the aetiology of symptomatic GERD. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 79 patients (28 men and 51 women) aged be-tween 20-68 years old were recruited randomly through a direct interview between January to October 2021, and they were prescribed Proton Pump Inhibitors. Prior to starting this study, the approvals had been granted by the ethics committee and oral consent was gained from the participants. A questionnaire was designed and consisted of demographic and clinical characteristics regarding GERD. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 25 for describing frequencies and percentages, followed by Chi-square and Fisher’s Exact tests as inferential statistical analysis for finding associations between variables. Results: Among the total of 79 patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease, the findings indicated that more than half of the study sample (58.2%) were overweight and obese (26.6% and 31.6% respectively), and the heavy smokers made the highest percentage among smokers (19%). There was a statistically significant association between gender and smoking and BMI among GERD patients (P-value = 0.001 and < 0.001 respectively). There was a very highly significant association between BMI and heartburn and nausea and vomiting (P-value = 0.001 for both), while there was a non-significant association between BMI and chest pain, cough, and sleep pattern disturbance (P-value = 0.324, 0.558, and 0.907 respectively). Conclusion: A higher BMI and smoking are associated with a higher likelihood of GERD symptoms
Monitoring Peripheral Intravenous Catheters Complications in Pediatric Patients in Erbil City/Iraq
Authors:   Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Iraq., Shaker Norhan
Published: January 2023

Backgrounds and Objectives: Although most problems of peripheral intravenous catheterization are inconsiderable and easily treated, some are dangerous and require rapid management. This study aimed to explore peripheral intravenous catheter-related com-plications and the quality of nursing care for dressing sites of peripheral intravenous catheterization among the pediatric population. Methods: The study was conducted at Raparin Teaching Hospital for Children inpatient units in Erbil City/Iraq, using an observational study design. A purposive sample from 296 hospitalized children with peripheral intravenous catheterization was chosen for this study. The data was collected using a special check List (PIVC-miniQ) developed for checking the signs and symptoms and the quality of care for the catheter insertion site. Furthermore, the obtained data on peripheral intravenous catheterization problems was evaluated for exploring grades of phlebitis using the Phlebitis Scale developed by the Infusion Nursing Society in 2011. The data was processed and analyzed using SPSS using descriptive statistical analysis (frequency, percentage) and inferential statistical tests (Chi-squared, contingency coefficient). The probability value of ≤0.05 was regarded as statistically significant. Results: Most (82.4%) of patients were recruited in the emergency unit, with the highest percentage (36.8%) were toddlers. More than two-thirds (72.3%) of participants were assessed within the first peripheral catheter insertion. Regarding overall grades of patients’ peripheral intravenous catheterization complications (PIVC), less than a quarter (21.6%) were within the first grade, indicating being at risk for complications, and 6.8% were within the second grade, indicating slight phlebitis. Regarding the nursing care for PIVC site care, 62.5% of participants received fair care, and 22.3% received poor care. Conclusions: A quarter of observed children were at risk for having phlebitis and less than ten percent had slight phlebitis. About a quarter of patients received poor nursing care for the catheter insertion site. Most participants have not a documentation of peripheral intravenous catheter insertion date on the dressing and on the patient's chart.
Geographical distribution of Scutellaria altissima (Lamiaceae) in Ukraine
Authors:   M.M. Gryshko National Botanical Garden, National Academy of Sciences, Kyiv, Ukraine, Melnyk V.I. , Bahatska T.S. ,   M.M. Gryshko National Botanical Garden, National Academy of Sciences, Kyiv, Ukraine, Bulakh P.E. ,   M.M. Gryshko National Botanical Garden, National Academy of Sciences, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: January 2023

Geographical distribution and habitats of Scutellaria altissima (Lamiaceae), a regionally rare species of the Ukrainian flora, were studied. Its localities within the plain areas in the Forest-Steppe, Steppe (mainly on the Donetsk Ridge) Zones and in the Central Polissya are a part of the large European population of this species. In the Crimean Mountains, a separate exclave of its range within the country is located. In Ukraine, habitats of S. altissima are associated with deciduous forests, mainly with broadleaved forests. In the Forest-Steppe and Steppe Zones, S. altissima is a component of forest communities Scutellario altissimae-Quercion roboris confined to sub-floodplain river terraces and to ravines, respectively. In the Ukrainian Polissya, habitats of S. altissima represent the ecotones between deciduous forests and petrophytic communities. A contiguity of the habitats of S. altissima to river valleys and ravines determines linear (striped) structure of their populations. The impact of anthropogenic pressure leads to transformation of the linear populations into locally isolated ones.
Traits of the pollination process in Gladiolus imbricatus and Iris sibirica (Iridaceae)
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Lviv, Ukraine, Skrypec K. , Tasenkevich L. ,   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Lviv, Ukraine
Published: January 2023

Results of a study of self-pollination in two of Ukrainian flora's threatened species, Gladiolus imbricatus and Iris sibirica (Iridaceae), are presented. To confirm or refute the occurrence of self-pollination in G. imbricatus and I. sibirica, an experiment was conducted on pollen germination on their stigmas. It has been found that in G. imbricatus pollination with autogenous pollen grains on the last day of flowering leads to the growth of pollen tubes in the cases of both hand and natural pollination. However, pollen grains on the stigma of an isolated I. sibirica flower were not detected on the first or last day of flowering, which means the absence of a mechanism of autonomous pollen transfer within the meranthium. Ungerminated pollen grains were also found on the stigma after autogenous hand pollination. It has been experimentally confirmed that in the absence of pollinators at the end of the flowering phase in G. imbricatus, as well as in some other members of the genus, self-pollination and self-fertilization are possible, which contribute to the wellbeing of populations and species. With regard to I. sibirica, it has been found that the autogamous self-incompatibility inherent in this species prevents inbreeding, maintaining heterozygosity in plant populations, allowing plants' better adaptation to different environmental conditions.
Some characteristics of woody plants inhabited by Viscum album (Santalaceae) in the city of Kyiv
Authors:   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Bilonozhko Yu.O. , Kalafat L.O. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Rabokon A.M. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Postovoitova A.S. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Privalikhin S.M. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Demkovych A.E. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine, Pirko Ya.V. ,   Institute of Food Biotechnology and Genomics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: January 2023

As a result of the study, a wide range of tree species parasitized by white mistletoe (Vіscum album) in the city of Kyiv, Ukraine, was identified. Some species, such as Quercus robur, Ulmus pumila, and Alnus glutinosa, remained uninfested even in the case of a high degree of infestation of surrounding trees. It has been found that among the infested plants only 4.34% of deciduous species and 5.05% of conifers demonstrated a severe damage caused by the hemiparasite (more than 20 plants of V. album in one crown). The largest number of trees and the highest level of damage were observed for Acer saccharinum, A. platanoides, Salix alba, Robinia pseudoacacia, Populus nigra, Tilia cordata, and Betula pendula aged in average 45–50 years. In the study of genetic characteristics of affected and unaffected by V. album trees of Pinus sylvestris at the molecular level by TBP markers, no differences have been revealed.
Ideologi Kalam dalam Tafsir Al-Qur’an: Studi Komparasi Tafsir Sunni dan Syi’ah tentang Kepemimpinan
Authors: Sidik Azis Abdul
Published: January 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan membahas tentang konsep kepemimpinan antara kelompok sunni dan syiah dengan analisis komparasi tafsir Al-Qur’an yang dijadikan hujjah oleh ulama sunni-syiah. Metode dalam penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif dengan kajian Pustaka dan pendekatan sejarah kajian naskah tafsir. pembahasan penelitian ini meliputi kepemimpinan dalam prespektif kelompok sunni-syiah dan Analisa perbandingan antara ulama sunni dan syiah. Selanjuntya hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa pemahaman konsep kepemimpinan antara sunni-syiah berbeda dimulai dari siapa yang lebih pantas mengantikan kepemimpinan Rasulullah SAW. seteelah wafat, syiah mengkaliam bahwa Ali Bin Abi Thalib merupakan pemimpin yang sah yang ditunjuk langsung oleh nabi untuk menggantikan kepemimpinan setelah nabi wafat dengan hujjah Q.S al-Maidah 67 yang berkaitan dengan sabda nabi di Ghadir Khum, sedangkan ulama sunni menganggap bahwa Abu Bakar ash- Shiddiq adalah pemimpin yang sah yang dipilih dan hasil musyawarah di Majlis al-Syura di bani Saqifah, pembukaan ini berlanjut sampai pada konsep imamah yang dianut oleh syiah, syiah memahami imamah merupakan pemimpin yang dipilih langsung oleh Allah SWT. pemimpin yang maksum yang wajib ditaati dan diimani oleh umat, sedangkan sunni menganggap bahwa hanya manusia biasa hasil pilihan umat dan tidak maksum. Hujjah dalil Al-Qur’an yang dipakai oleh sunni-syiah berbeda juga batasannya, hal ini terjadi karena untuk memperkuat pemahaman dari kelompoknya masing-masing.
Kesetaraan Gender dalam Al-Qur’an Ditinjau dari Pemahaman Amina Wadud dan Ashgar Ali Engineer
Authors: Syaripah Ai , Salaeh Ibnu Muhammad Yamudin
Published: January 2023

Penulisan ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui makna simbol kesetaraan gender dalam Q.S An Nisa ayat 34 dan komparasi penafsirannya oleh tokoh feminis Amina Wadud dan Ashgar Ali Engineer dengan kajian Semiotika Roland Barthes. Kemudian untuk metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu metode deskriptif analisis. Adapun jenis penelitiannya adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan kajian semiotika Roland Barthes beserta studi komparasi antara tokoh feminis Amina Wadud dan Ashgar Ali Engineer. Hasil dari penelitian ini, ditemukan pokok bahasan bahwasannya simbol kesetaraan gender.dalam Q.S An Nisa ayat 34 adalah kata qawwaam yang dimaknai secara kontekstual oleh keduanya. Amina wadud pada kata qawwaam dalam memaknainya harus dengan konsep fungsional yang ditinjau dengan luas dalam lingkup masyarakat secara menyeluruh. Sedangkan Ashgar Ali Engineer penafsirannya makna kata qawwaam itu bukan dimaknai secara normatif melainkan pernyataan bahwa laki-laki adalah pemimpin dan dimaknai secara kontekstual bahwasannya laki-laki dan perempuan itu setara terhadap tanggung jawabnya dengan kewajiban dan haknya masing-masing dalam suatu keluarga dengan keunggulan keduanya dalam fungsi-fsungsi sosial bukan karena gender.
Comparative Interpretation of Verses About the Meaning of Tartil in Tafsir Al-Qurtubi, Tafsir Ibn Katsîr, and Tafsir Sayyid Qutb
Authors: Setiawan Tatan , Fathurrohman Asep
Published: January 2023

This article compares the meaning of Tartil lafazh and its derivation in the Qur'an from the perspective of al-Qurtubi, Ibn Kathir and Sayyid Qutb. The purpose of this study is to understand the comparison of the meaning of Tartil lafazh and its derivation in the interpretations of al-Qurtubi, Ibn Kathir, and Sayyid Qutb. The writing of this research article uses a literature-based analytical descriptive method. The results of this study conclude that, in the interpretation of al-Qurthubî to surah al-Muzzammil verse 4, Tartil is an unhurried reading, slowly and accompanied by contemplating the meaning contained in it. Al-Qurtubi forbids reading the Qur'an, which is sung. According to Ibn Kathir, Tartil is interpreted as an unhurried reading of the Qur'an to assist in understanding the contents of the Qur'an and decorate the task with hums and songs with beautiful voices. As for Sayyid Qutb's opinion, Tartil understands the meaning of what is read while keeping the reading short, not excessively singing it and humming it. Then the purpose of Tartil in Surah al-Furqân verse 32, according to al-Qurtubi is the regular and correct reading. Meanwhile, according to Ibn Kathir is to explain clearly, and according to Sayyid Qutb is a continuous and successive reading regularly. The background to the differences in the interpretation of the three commentators is the difference in the period of the birth of the interpretation, the different sources of interpretation, the different styles and schools of interpretation, and the differences in the specific methods of interpretation.
Tafsir Al-Qur’an dengan Bahasa Arab
Authors: Hasanudin Agus Salim
Published: January 2023

Penulisan ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui tafsir Al-Qur’an dengan bahasa Arab yang mencakup aspek definisi tafsir, kaidah tafsir, kedudukan ilmu tafsir dan bahasa Arab dalam tafsir Al-Qur’an dengan bahasa Arab. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan metode studi pustaka yakni metode pengumpulan data dan sumber informasi dengan memanfaatkan sumber bahan yang sudah ada di perpustakaan, termasuk buku dan Karya Ilmiah, baik offline maupun online. Hasil dari penelitian ini, ditemukan pokok bahasan bahwasannya tafsir sebagai ilmu yang menjelaskan makna hukum-hukum dan hikmah yang terkandung dalam Kitab Allah yang diturunkan kepada Muhammad. Ada persyaratan yang membantu penafsir dalam menurunkan makna atau pesan-pesan Al-Qur’an dan dalam menjelaskan apa yang mustahil dari substansi ayat yaitu kaidah tafsir. Kemudian guna memahami makna Al-Qur’an dan tafsir, maka muncullah ilmu tafsir yang mana mufassir diperlukan untuk menguasai ilmu tafsir dan bahasa Arab. Karena keduanya terdapat keterkaitan yang tidak dapat dipisahkan sebagai alat dalam menafsirkan Al-Qur’an dan memahami maknanya. Terdapat beberapa metode dalam menafsirkan Al-Qur’an. Salah satunya ada tafsir Al-Qur’an dengan bahasa Arab. Contohnya diantara penafsrian al-Qur’an dengan Bahasa arab adalah menafsirkan  الساهرة(Al-Sahira) dengan makna bumi, sebagaimana diriwayatkan dari Ibnu Abbas, Ikrimah, Al-Hassan, Qatadah, Mujahid, Saeed, Al-Dahhak, dan Ibnu Zaid.
Implementasi Moderasi Beragama di Kalangan Perempuan dalam Perspektif Penyuluh Agama di Bandung Raya
Authors: Huriani Yeni , Zulaiha Eni , Dilawati Rika
Published: January 2023

Moderasi agama mengacu pada landasan menengah dalam pendekatan seseorang terhadap doktrin-doktrin agama. Ungkapan Islam wasathiyah (moderasi) sering digunakan dalam Islam untuk menyebut pengertian ini. Juga melalui sudut pandang Islam wasathiyah, ideal-ideal moderasi dalam agama paling baik dipahami. Bertindak sesuai dengan moderasi beragama berarti menunjukkan sikap toleran, toleransi terhadap perbedaan pendapat, dan tidak menggunakan kekerasan untuk memaksakan kehendak pada orang lain. Dalam artikel ini menggunakan metode deskriptif-kualitatif, berdasarkan karakteristik kajian masalah penelitian sehingga dapat secara langsung diamati (diobservasi). Melalui metode ini, peristiwa yang diamati dan informasi dari sumber-sumber terpilih bisa dikaji dengan teknik pengumpulan data yang beragam, di antaranya adalah kajian literatur yang digunakan oleh sumber-sumber terpilih melalui cara Focus Group Discussions (FGD). Bentuk implementasi yang dirumuskan dalam buku saku moderasi beragama di kalangan penyuluh agama perempuan pada majelis taklim binaan itu diaplikasikan dengan cara-cara praktis. Di sini diperlukan beberapa faktor pendukung adanya interaksi antar pelaku dakwah dengan masyarakat yaitu melalui rasa ketertarikan peserta atas kegiatan yang dilaksanakan, cara penyampaian informasi yang baik, jalinan hubungan cooperation (kerja sama) dan kelengkapan sarana pendukung.
The Role of Ex-Industrial SMEs in Bringing Prosperous Economic Development for the Residents of Wedoro Village
Authors: Andari Nurul Ayu , Prasetya Rolita Adelia , Sadewo Fransiscus Xaverius Sri
Published: January 2023

The problems experienced by SME actors often become obstacles in society to improve their economic business such as business licensing, limited capital, expansion in marketing, constraints during the production process, and management of financial management. This research uses a qualitative type with Parsons's AGIL theory. The aim is to find out the division of roles of recycling empowerment actors and to analyze the resilience of this community through AGIL analysis. The research location was chosen because the empowerment carried out through Ex-Industry SMEs was successful due to an equilibrium role distribution system. The research subjects were selected using a purposive method. Data was collected using two primary data types (observation and interviews) and secondary data (through digital libraries). The analysis used in this study is the AGIL scheme's structural functionalism analysis focusing on analyzing the roles of Ex-Industry SME actors and Wedoro Hamlet residents in carrying out economic activities. The data validity checking technique used is triangulation. This research shows that their adaptation is carried out by prioritizing products in terms of quality and expanding the market to be able to compete with Chinese-owned products, goal orientation is carried out through conducting market research, innovation and creativity, which are continuously updated to increase market turnover, the latency that is applied is the value of discipline and kinship to strengthen solidarity between employers and employees, and the integration that is built is to establish a sense of solidarity and employee welfare to maintain business continuity.