bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Possible Description of the Excited States of the Neutral Charmed Omega in Terms of a First-Order Pentaquark Mass Formula
Authors: Bevelacqua Joseph
Published: June 2024

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     Recently proposed sscqq-bar pentaquark structures for the excited states of the neutral charmed omega are investigated using a first-order mass formula incorporating weakly interacting qq-bar meson and Ω0c baryon clusters. The results are compared to the predictions of the LHCb Collaboration. 

     The first-order pentaquark mass formula has typically yielded results within about 10% of the experimental mass values. Using this criterion, the Ω0c(2770), Ω0c(3000), Ω0c(3050), Ω0c(3065), Ω0c(3090), Ω0c(3119), and Ω0c(3185) states could be described by the ssc + uu-bar and ssc + dd-bar pentaquarks with the meson clusters uu-bar and dd-bar having a pseudoscalar configuration. The Ω0c(3185) is also described by the ssc + ss-bar with the ss-bar in a pseudoscalar state. In a similar manner, the Ω0c(3327) state could be described by the ssc + uu-bar and ssc + dd-bar pentaquarks with the meson clusters uu-bar and dd-bar having a vector configuration, and a ssc + ss-bar pentaquark with the meson cluster ss-bar having a pseudoscalar configuration. The model is not sufficiently refined to distinguish between these states.

     The only state with a specified Jπ assignment is the Ω0c(2770). The Particle Data Group specifies a 3/2+ assignment. The first-order pentaquark allows both 1/2+ and 3/2+ values for all Ω0c excited states.

KEYWORDS: Pentaquark, first-order mass formula, quark model, excited states of the neutral charmed omega
The Directions for the Development of Personnel Potential in the Conditions of Innovative Changes
Authors:   Central Ukrainian National Technical University, Viunyk Olha
Published: June 2024

The paper defines the peculiarities of the development of the personnel potential of Ukraine at the current stage and substantiates the directions of activation of its development in the conditions of innovative changes. Approaches to the interpretation of the essence of the personnel potential of enterprises and the key trends of its development in the context of innovative development of the economy, digitalization of economic processes, the development of Industry 4.0 and the need to ensure the sustainable functioning of business entities in the context of challenges of crisis and martial law were considered. The main stages of the development of personnel potential of enterprises (hiring, adaptation, development, evaluation of employees) were given. Its components (personal, professional, instrumental, interpersonal, systemic), as well as elements of the individual potential of an individual worker (intellectual, qualification, educational and scientific, communicative, psychophysiological and motivational) were specified. The most common indicators that can be used in the process of evaluating personnel potential were given. The role of personnel policy and personnel strategy in the process of developing the personnel potential of enterprises was emphasized, the stages of forming the personnel potential development strategy were specified. The importance of implementing integrated systems for the development of personnel potential, taking into account the achievements of digitalization and the relevance of promoting sustainability, foreign experience in the process of motivating human resources was noted. The comparative analysis of the global innovation index and the level of employment in the field of knowledge by countries of the world was provided. The main problems faced by the domestic business entities in the process of developing personnel potential were systematized. According to the results of the conducted research, the priority directions for the development of the personnel potential of domestic enterprises were formulated: innovative vector of development and innovative approaches to personnel policy, quality selection of personnel (recruiting), effective onboarding, introduction of the system of continuous professional development, provision of conditions for remote employment and improvement of the quality of workplaces, inclusiveness of work with personnel, compliance with employee safety conditions, development of digital literacy and culture, social skills and emotional intelligence, implementation of effective motivation systems, assessment of labor contribution and work results, renewal of personnel and attraction of young specialists, provision of conditions for stability, viability, provision psychological support
The Content of Economic Crises and Their Impact on the Formation and Development of Personnel Potential of Enterprises
Authors:   University of Customs and Finance, Demchenko Denis , Nosova Tetiana ,   University of Customs and Finance, Zhadko0000-0002-2650-1431 Kostiantyn ,   University of Customs and Finance, Kalmykov0009-0000-8504-6785 Oleg ,   HryhoriiSkovoroda University in Pereiaslav
Published: June 2024

The article discusses the essence of the economic crisis, its stages and classification, as well as the causes of economic crises. The crisis is the most important element of the self-regulation mechanism of the market economy, the life cycles in the activities of enterprises, as a form of movement of the market economy, have their focus on the crisis, in which both the limits and the driving forces of economic growth and development of enterprises are revealed. Studying economic crises at the global level will help the business community learn how to get out of them quickly and painlessly. By causing a massive moral loss of fixed capital, the crisis paved the way for large-scale investment and a new level of technology. Thus, the moral exhaustion of technology and the driving force of scientific and technological progress transform the restoration of fixed capital into synchronized reproduction on the scale of the entire economy. The crisis of formation and development of human resources is one of the most difficult problems faced by enterprises in various industries. This can lead to reduced productivity, increased employee turnover, increased conflicts, and other problems. One of the causes of the intermediate crisis is the lack of formation and development human resources and insufficient analysis of the labor market. As you know, modern society is trying to improve the standard and living conditions every day, and only this can ensure sustainable economic growth. With regard to overcoming all types of economic crisis in terms of the formation and development of human resources of enterprises, it is necessary to improve the skills of employees; acquire the competence of employees in the position held; conduct an effective personnel policy; improve corporate culture; develop a strategy for the development of staffing; manage effectively knowledge and the leader must make organizational changes. If this is done in the future, it will mean creating credit channels for commercial banks for money. However, observations show that long-term economic growth is not uniform, but constantly evolving with periods of economic instability and even crisis. The topic of the current economic crisis is very relevant, because if we do not know the cause of the economic crisis, we cannot find a way out.
Bird Sound Classification : Leveraging Deep Learning for Species Identification
Authors: Ardon Kotey  , Allan Almeida  , Nihal Gupta  , Dr. Vinaya Sawant
Published: June 2024

Birds are meaningful to a wide audience including the public. They live in almost every type of environment and in almost every niche (place or role) within those environments. The monitoring of species diversity and migration is important for almost all conservation efforts. The analysis of long-term audio data is vital to support those efforts but relies on complex algorithms that need to adapt to changing environmental conditions. Convolutional neural networks (CNNs) are powerful toolkits of machine learning that have proven efficient in the field of image processing and sound recognition. In this paper, a CNN system classifying bird sounds is presented and tested through different configurations and hyperparameters. The MobileNet pre-trained CNN model is finetuned using a dataset acquired from the Xeno-canto bird song sharing portal, which provides a large collection of labeled and categorized recordings. Spectrograms generated from the downloaded data represent the input of the neural network. The attached experiments compare various configurations including the number of classes (bird species) and the color scheme of the spectrograms. Results suggest that choosing a color map in line with the images the network has been pre-trained with provides a measurable advantage. The presented system is viable only for a low number of classes.
The Effect of Different Ethanol Concentrations as The Extraction Solvent on Total Flavonoid Content of White Mulberry Leaves Extracts (Morus alba L.)
Authors: Harpolia Cartika  , Khairun Nida  , Ilma Atania Ahya
Published: June 2024

White mulberry leaves (Morus alba L.) contain flavonoid which empirically have many health benefits, such as reducing fever, relieving headaches and throats, coughs, dysentery, digestive disorders, flu, and according to research it has antioxidant activity. Many factors effect the total flavonoid content, one of which is the concentration of the extraction solvent. The purpose of the research was to determine the effect of different ethanol concentrations as the extraction solvent on total flavonoid content of white mulberry (Morus alba L.) leaves extract. White mulberry leaves (Morus alba L.) were extracted using the maceration method, the extract was tested for phytochemical screening and thin layer chromatography using chloroform: ethyl acetate (6: 4) as the eluent. The resulting spots were observed visually and with λ 254 nm and λ 366 nm UV light. Determination of flavonoid content by UV-Vis spectrophotometry using the AlCl3 colorimetric method at a maximum wavelength of 415 nm. The research results showed that the yield of 50% and 96% ethanol extract of white mulberry leaves (Morus alba L.) was 17.42 % and 11.04 %. Phytochemical screening showed that both extracts positively contained flavonoids. The presence of flavonoids was confirmed using a thin layer chromatography test, resulting in an average Rf value for 50% and 96% ethanol extracts are 0.71 and 0.70, close to quercetin Rf standard is 0,73 as comparison. The total flavonoid content obtained from the 50% ethanol extract was 36.0902 mgQE/g and the 96% ethanol extract was 56.4699 mgQE/g. The conclusions are the concentration of the extraction solvent effect the yield and total flavonoid content.
Improving Cognitive Function of the Elderly through Tai Chi Exercise Program and Cognitive Stimulation
Authors: Riasmini Ni Made , Sabri Rika , Khatimah Husnul , Resnayati Yeti , Mulyana Nana , Riyanti Eska , Riyanto Riyanto
Published: June 2024

The increasing proportion of elderly followed by the increasing life expectancy has improved the prevalence of various chronic-degenerative diseases and dementia. The promotive efforts using exercise programs, such as Tai Chi and cognitive therapy, significantly increase the physical fitness, mental well-being, and cognitive function of the elderly. This research aimed to predict the effectiveness of exercise programs for particular groups living in nursing homes. The method of this research was a quasi-experiment with a control group design. Samples are elderly living in the nursing home. The research samples were 116 elderlies living in nursing homes in Jakarta and South Sumatra. They were selected using a random sampling strategy. Statistical tests employed a dependent t-test, independent t-test, and multiple linear regression test. This study revealed that the intervention group showed different cognitive function average values before and after implementing the exercise programs (p-value = 0.001). In contrast, the control group did not show any differences. The intervention and control groups showed different cognitive function mean values after applying the exercise program (p-value = 0.057). Another finding denoted that the length of stay in the nursing home affected the elderly's cognitive functions). This research recommends policymakers and healthcare personnel use the developed exercise program to perform complementary therapy, empower the elderly, and be replaced by many orders of the healthcare system.
KAJIAN DEBIT AIR PADA PENAMBANGAN BAHAN GALIAN C DI DESA CANDIMULYO DAN PAGEREJO KERTEK WONOSOBO
Authors: Hakim Muhammad Furqon
Published: June 2024

Penelitian bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh aktivitas penambangan bahan galian C terhadap debit mata air di PERUMDAM TIRTA AJI Cabang kertek,.Rancangan pengambilan sampel yang dicari dalam penelitian abiotik adalah debit mata air PDAM Cabang Kertek sebelum dan sesudah adanya aktivitas penambangan bahan Galian C.Abstrak memuat uraian singkat mengenai masalah dan tujuan penelitian, metode yang digunakan, dan hasil penelitian. Tekanan penulisan abstrak terutama pada hasil penelitian.
KAJI EKSPERIMEN DAN SIMULASI PENGARUH SUDUT DOUBLE SEGMENTAL BAFFLE DAN LAJU ALIRAN FLUIDA PADA HEAT EXCHANGER JENIS SHELL AND TUBE PADA MESIN MAIN EXTRUDER TERHADAP KEBAIKAN PERPINDAHAN PANAS
Authors: Safi'i Muhamad , Suheri Kertosenjoyo2 Suheri , Nugroho Agung , Susanto Susanto , Farhan Putra Arya M. Iqbal , Heriyani Oktarina , Effendi Yafid
Published: June 2024

Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger (STHX) is very important for its use in the industrial world which can support the continuity and success of the entire network process. Various kinds of research have been carried out to increase the heat transfer coefficient and effectiveness of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers (STHX) both experimentally and by simulation. This research examines the increase in heat change coefficient and effectiveness of STHX with variations in baffle angles of 0°, 10°, and 20° with fluid mass flow rates of 2, 4, and 6 kg/s. As a result, STHX with a baffle angle of 0° has the largest heat change coefficient value than STHX with a baffle angle of 10° and 20° both during experiment and simulation, values ​​ranging from 4218 W/m²C and 4226 W/m²C at a baffle angle of 0° when the fluid flow rate is increased to 6 kg/s.
 
Keywords: Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger, baffle angle configuration, double segmental baffle, total heat transfer coefficient, effectiveness, CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics).
PERENCANAAN PEMBANGUNAN GEDUNG BARU LIMA LANTAI RS PKUM WONOSOBO
Authors: Muzaki Ahmad , Faqih Nasyiin , Alfin Ahmad , Mushthofa Mushthofa , Qomaruddin Mochammad
Published: June 2024

Melonjaknya kebutuhan pelayanan kesehatan di RS PKUM Wonosobo diperlukan peningkatan layanan kesehatan. Direncanakan gedung lima lantai menggunakan struktur beton rigid serta atap menggunakan struktur baja profil. Perencanaan struktur gedung mengacu pada SNI 2847:2019 dan SNI 1729:2020. Beban yang bekerja ditinjau berdasarkan SNI 1727:2019 dan SNI 1726:2019. Pengambilan data perencanaan, menentukan standart acuan, menentukan sistem struktur, preliminary design, menganalisa menggunakan program SAP2000 dan SPColumn, menentukan kebutuhan tulangan, serta mendesain fondasi.Perencanaan konstruksi terlebih dahulu menentukan sistem rangka pemikul momen. Struktur pada gedung dianalisa menggunakan aplikasi SAP2000 dan dihitung berdasarkan gaya dalam yang terjadi. Dari pengolahan data digunakan atap: WF 390.300, profil kanal 150.75.9.12,5; balok: B1 50×70 cm, B2 40×60 cm, B3 35×50 cm, BA1 25×50 cm, BA2 25×45 cm, BA3 20×40 cm, BA4 15×25 cm, BC1 30×40 cm; tebal pelat: P-1 120 mm, P-2 120 mm, P-3 120 mm, P-T 120 mm, P-B 120 mm, P-Atap 100 mm, P-Dasar 100 mm; tebal shearwall 350 mm; kolom: K1 70×70 cm, K2 60×60 cm; dan fondasi footplate 250×250×80 cm.
Pengaruh penggunaan akun kuliner di Media Instagram Terhadap Pola Makan Siswa SMK Negeri 2 Binjai
Authors: Nasution Ernawati , Ardiani Fitri , Aritonang Evawany Y.
Published: June 2024

Today's adolescent food consumption is inseparable from the eating habits of the adolescents themselves and the ease of access to food. The number of technological media that offer food through culinary accounts such as instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, and others makes it easy to access the food offered on these media. The population in this study were students of SMK Negeri 2 Binjai with a sample size of 205 people. Data on the use of culinary accounts on instagram media which includes duration and frequency and student eating patterns were collected by means of interviews using the food recall form and the food frequency form. The research results show that199 people (97.1%) students whose types of food are not diverse. This non-variety food consumption was more common among female students at SMK Negeri 2 Binjai. The duration of using culinary accounts on instagram media in the low category is 126 (61.5%). However, the frequency of using culinary accounts on instagram is high, namely 107 (52.2%). The results of the Chi Square test also showed that there was a significant relationship between the duration of using culinary accounts on instagram media and students' eating patterns that were not good (p<0.05). Multivariat analysis also shows that there is a significant effect on the duration and frequency of using culinary accounts on instagram media on students' eating patterns that are not good. The variables that influence student eating patterns are the duration and frequency of using instagram media quinary accounts.
Réforme fiscale au Brésil : une analyse sous l’angle de la modernisation du système fiscal
Authors: Torreão André D Albuquerque , Dendasck Carla Viana
Published: June 2024

Cet article vise à réfléchir sur la réforme fiscale au Brésil dans une perspective de modernisation du système fiscal. La méthodologie utilisée a été celle de la revue bibliographique, qui a été chargée de fournir des bases et des éléments pour établir un lien entre la recherche de solutions aux problèmes liés à la réforme fiscale et la perspective de modernisation des sphères publiques. En conclusion, il a été observé que ce sujet nécessite encore une enquête approfondie, car ses défis deviennent de plus en plus complexes.
IDENTIFIKASI SIKLAMAT PADA JAJANAN PASAR DI PASAR HYGIENES KELURAHAN GAMALAMA DI KOTA TERNATE TAHUN 2017
Authors: Syarifudin Lailatul Ukhdiyah
Published: June 2024

Siklamat pemanis buatan digunakan dalam bentuk garam kalsium, kalium dan natrium siklamat. Di Indonesia masih banyak permasalahan terkait dengan penggunaan pemanis buatan. Meski sudah ada batas maksimum yang diizinkan, penggunaan pemanis buatan yang sering dilakukan melebihi batas maksimum yang diperbolehkan.Tujuan : penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi siklamat pada jajanan pasar di pasar hygienes di Kota Ternate. Metode :Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif observasional. Sampel yang diambil merupakan total sampling yakni sejumlah 40 sampel. Sampel kemudian diuji dengan menggunakan kontrol siklamat, hasil positif ditandai dengan adanya endapan putih.Hasil : Hasil identifikasi menunjukkan ada 4 sampel positif mengandung siklamat.
WORLD EXPERIENCE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF BRANDING OF AGRICULTURAL REGIONS
Authors:   Uzhgorod National University, Gazuda Serhiі
Published: June 2024

The article examines the global experience of ensuring the development of branding of agrarian regions. The significance of the development of branding of agricultural regions in the modern world, when globalization and the growth of consumer consciousness are becoming key factors in the formation of economic and cultural growth, is outlined. Approaches to ensuring the development of branding of agrarian regions are summarized in view of world experience, where the specified process is determined by the cultural, historical and economic features of each region. Thanks to the intensive process of European integration, the need to form a unique image for Ukrainian regions and local communities is determined, which will reflect their peculiarities, advantages and existing potential. In this context, it is expedient to implement global practices and strategies in order to achieve sustainable development of Ukraine's regions and increase their attractiveness in the world. In the process of research, the advantages and disadvantages of global approaches to the development of branding of agrarian regions were considered. The American, Asian and European approaches to the branding of agricultural regions, which are determined by a number of factors aimed at increasing the recognition and competitiveness of local agro-food products, the introduction of ecologically sustainable methods of agricultural production, as well as the outline of cultural aspects and traditions regarding the consumption of healthy food, are substantiated. Attention is focused on the fact that the branding of agricultural regions of Asia often emphasizes health and wellbeing, promoting the use of natural and organic methods of agricultural production. At the same time, the European approach to the branding of regions is based on the diversity of cultures, traditions and product quality, where the preservation of biodiversity and rational use of natural resources is an important element.
КАМ’ЯНЕЦЬ-ПОДІЛЬСЬКИЙ ПЛАНОВО-ЕКОНОМІЧНИЙ ТЕХНІКУМ-ІНТЕРНАТ: ПЕРШІ КРОКИ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ (1970-ТІ РР.)
Authors: Комарніцька Людмила Миколаївна
Published: June 2024

Вступ. Нині одним із пріоритетних напрямів політики нашої держави є створення інклюзивного освітнього середовища. Як і в більшості країн світу, в Україні концепція інклюзивної освіти застосовується, як правило, до людей з інвалідністю, яких налічувалося більше 3 млн. Актуальність зазначеної проблеми зумовлена тенденцією до зростання кількості молодих людей та дітей, які потребують спеціальної освіти, яка би сприяла їхній соціальній адаптації та інтеграції в активне суспільне життя. Останні роки позначені значними змінами у системі інклюзивної освіти. Перші кроки посталого у 1971 р. Кам’янець-Подільського планово-економічного технікуму-інтернату відбувалися в умовах відсутності належно обладнаних навчальних приміщень, їдальні, гуртожитку, що змусило дирекцію відтермінувати навчання. Керівництву довелося вирішувати надскладне завдання формування кваліфікованого педагогічного колективу, навчально-допоміжного персоналу, налагодження чіткої роботи структурних підрозділів, створення відповідної матеріально-технічної бази. Роки становлення закладу були дуже складними. Все ж, незважаючи на труднощі, вдалося забезпечити достатній рівень навчально-виховної роботи, впровадити у практику досягнення педагогічної науки і передового педагогічного досвіду, заохотити викладачів, насамперед молодих, підвищувати свій методичний і теоретичний рівень. Зверталася увага на формування викладацького складу кадрами, які мали значний виробничий досвід роботи, що, своєю чергою, забезпечувало реалізацію принципу поєднання на заняттях теорії та практики, навчання учнів на реальних прикладах з професійної діяльності викладачів. Мета статті – на основі наукового аналізу конкретного історичного матеріалу комплексно і всебічно дослідити період історичного шляху, зокрема 1970-ті роки, тобто перше десятиліття від створення Кам’янець-Подільського планово-економічного технікуму-інтернату. Результати досліджень доводять актуальність інформації для дослідників історії освіти Подільського краю, викладачів і студентів ЗВО у науково-дослідній і виховній роботі.
СОЦІАЛЬНІ МЕРЕЖІ ЯК НЕВІД’ЄМНА СКЛАДОВА ЧАСТИНА НАШОГО ПОВСЯКДЕННЯ
Authors: Шевчук Олександр Володимирович
Published: June 2024

Вступ. У сучасному світі соціальні мережі стали не лише платформою для обміну інформацією, але й невід’ємним складником нашого повсякдення. З кожним новим днем вони займають усе більше простору у нашому житті, перетворюючись на важливий інструмент взаємодії, спілкування та самовираження. У цій статті ми розглянемо різні аспекти впливу соціальних мереж на наше суспільство та особистість, визначимо їхню роль у формуванні наших думок, стереотипів та міжособистісних зв’язків. Спробуємо зрозуміти, як ці цифрові платформи впливають на наше сприйняття світу та власної ідентичності в епоху інформаційних технологій. Мета та завдання статті. Метою цієї статті є ретельний аналіз впливу соціальних мереж на сучасне суспільство та індивіда, висвітлення їхньої ролі у формуванні поглядів, соціальних зв’язків та культурного ландшафту. Зазначаючи як позитивні, так і негативні аспекти використання соціальних мереж, мета статті полягає у стимулюванні обговорення їхнього впливу на наше повсякдення та розгляді можливих шляхів покращення цього впливу. Завданням статті буде аналіз соціальних мереж як комунікаційного інструменту. Результати. Аналізуючи вплив соціальних мереж на наше повсякдення, ми встановлюємо, що ці цифрові платформи стали не лише засобом спілкування, але і важливим фактором формування суспільства. Позитивні аспекти, такі як швидкий доступ до інформації, підтримка соціальних зв’язків та спільнот, розширення можливостей самовираження, часто супроводжуються викликами, такими як збільшення ризику виникнення негативних стереотипів, вплив на психічне здоров’я, та відмова від офлайн-комунікації. Спільне вивчення цих аспектів дозволяє нам усвідомити необхідність більш відповідального підходу до використання соціальних мереж. Розвиток цифрової грамотності, стимулювання конструктивного обговорення та використання платформ для розвитку культурних та соціальних ініціатив можуть допомогти максимізувати позитивний вплив соціальних мереж. При цьому важливо пам’ятати про власну психічну та емоційну гігієну, вивчати стратегії збалансованого використання цих платформ у повсякденному житті.
ЕКОНОМІЧНИЙ МЕХАНІЗМ В УПРАВЛІННІ РОЗВИТКОМ РЕГІОНАЛЬНИХ ТУРИСТИЧНИХ РИНКІВ
Authors: Бондаренко Л. А.
Published: June 2024

В статті досліджено складові та особливості функціонування економічного механізму в управлінні розвитком регіональних туристичних ринків. Встановлено, що туризм є однією з галузей, що найшвидше розвиваються у світі, що створює нові можливості для розвитку бізнесу. Доведено, що туристичний ринок - це система взаємодії між попитом і пропозицією туристичних послуг та продуктів. Визначено, що структура регіонального туристичного ринку охоплює різні компоненти та суб’єкти, які взаємодіють між собою, забезпечуючи ефективне функціонування туристичної галузі в конкретному регіоні. В статті запропоновано та обгрунотовано структурно-логічну схему регіонального туристичного ринку. Доведено, що економічний механізм управління розвитком регіональних туристичних ринків охоплює сукупність інструментів, методів та заходів, які спрямовані на забезпечення ефективного функціонування та розвитку туристичної галузі в регіоні.
Risk Factors of Postoperative Wound Infection at Mitra Pedan Public Hospital, Klaten, Central Java Province
Authors: Mujiyono Mujiyono , Sukesi Tri Wahyuni , Ruliyandari Rochana
Published: June 2024

Hospitals are very complex health service units with various elements. This will make it easier for cross-infections to occur in patients due to germs, and viruses. These infections are known as nosocomial infections and one of them occurs as a result of surgery which is often known as postoperative wound infection. Many risk factors cause infection such as patient factors, procedure-related factors, facilities, patient preparation, intra-operative factors, and other factors (waiting time for surgery). The incidence of postoperative wound infection in the last 2 years at Mitra Pedan Public Hospital was 2.28% in 2022 and 2% in 2023 which exceeded the standard from the Ministry of Health, namely ≤ 1.5%. This study aimed to analyze the risk factors of postoperative wound infection. This research uses quantitative research with an analytical observational research design and a cross-sectional approach. The test analysis used is the chi-square test and logistic regression. The research was conducted from January to February 2024. The results from the multivariate analysis on the variable duration of hospitalization obtained a p.value of 0.045 (AOR: 4.299, 95%CI: 1.049-17.618) and the variable duration of surgery obtained a p.value of 0.001 (AOR: 8.623, 95%CI: 2.373-31.326). Conclusion: there is no relationship between sterilization of the operating room, BMI, and time of antibiotic administration with postoperative wound infections. Meanwhile, the risk factors found are the duration of the operation and the duration of hospitalization. Hospital management must pay more attention to the duration of operation and length of hospitalization to minimize the incidence of postoperative wound infections.
Esclerosis múltiple: la lenta desconexión de las neuronas
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Ortuño Sahagún Daniel , Reyes Mata María Paulina ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Sánchez Sánchez Alma Marina ,   Universidad de Guadalajara
Published: June 2024

La esclerosis múltiple es una enfermedad crónica y degenerativa del sistema nervioso sin cura. Se caracteriza por la desmielinización, donde el sistema inmunológico ataca la capa de mielina de las neuronas, causando síntomas como pérdida de equilibrio, movilidad y visión. Aunque se estudia constantemente, aún hay preguntas sin respuesta. Los avances en investigación han llevado al desarrollo de medicamentos que pueden ralentizar la progresión de la enfermedad y mejorar la calidad de vida, ofreciendo esperanzas para el futuro.
Una pelea silenciosa: cómo los alimentos modifican el efecto de tus medicamentos
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Beltrán-Ramírez Alberto , Guillén-Medina Miryam Rosario ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Pérez-Guerrero Edsaúl Emilio ,   Universidad de Guadalajara
Published: June 2024

La ingesta de alimentos y bebidas puede afectar la eficacia de los medicamentos orales al alterar la acidez estomacal y la absorción. La velocidad de tránsito de los fármacos a través del sistema digestivo también puede ser influenciada, lo que impacta en su efectividad. El estado de ayuno puede potenciar o reducir los efectos de los medicamentos, afectando su beneficio terapéutico. Este artículo analiza cómo los alimentos afectan la absorción y metabolismo de los medicamentos, destacando la importancia de considerar estas interacciones en la terapia.
Riesgos para los niños en el hogar: consecuencias de la ingesta accidental de productos de limpieza
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, Barrón Balderas Alejandro , Meza López Carlos ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Robledo Aceves Mireya ,   Hospital  Civil  de  Guadalajara
Published: June 2024

Existen numerosos productos de limpieza para el hogar disponibles legalmente, con envases etiquetados y descripciones claras. Sin embargo, también hay ventas ilegales de productos a granel, sin etiquetas precisas ni concentraciones químicas definidas. Estos envases reutilizados, como botellas de leche o refrescos, pueden causar confusión y ser ingeridos accidentalmente, especialmente por niños. La ingestión de estos productos puede causar desde quemaduras en la boca hasta complicaciones intestinales graves, incluida la muerte. Esta investigación se centró en identificar los químicos más comúnmente ingeridos accidentalmente, las edades de los afectados, la ubicación y la gravedad de las quemaduras, así como complicaciones posteriores.
Mezcla de compuestos del jengibre, una alternativa para la obesidad
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, López Orozco Mireille Fernanda , Preciado Ortiz María Elizabeth ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Rivera Valdés Juan José ,   Universidad de Guadalajara
Published: June 2024

La obesidad ha aumentado en el mundo, caracterizada por exceso de grasa corporal. El crecimiento de adipocitos favorece enfermedades por lo que se necesitan estrategias para combatirla. El jengibre tiene compuestos bioactivos, gingeroles y shogaoles, con efectos benéficos poco conocidos en la disminución de grasa. En esta investigación se evaluó su efecto en adipocitos de ratón. La mezcla disminuyó la grasa sin toxicidad, regulando genes de maduración y formación de grasa. Estos compuestos podrían ser útiles; sin embargo, se requieren más estudios para confirmar su uso en la obesidad.
Consumir manzanas con piel podría evitar el desarrollo de diabetes en personas con obesidad
Authors:   Universidad de Guadalajara, González Garibay Angélica Sofía , García Bañuelos Jesús Javier ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Bastidas Ramírez Blanca Estela ,   Universidad de Guadalajara
Published: June 2024

El 35% de los adultos mexicanos padecen obesidad. La obesidad desencadena inflamación, obstaculizando la función normal de la insulina. Algunos alimentos como las manzanas, contienen ácido ursólico, con propiedades antiinflamatorias. En un estudio se alimentó a ratas con una dieta alta en grasa para generar obesidad. Posteriormente a un grupo se les administró ácido ursólico. Se observaron diferencias significativas: el ácido ursólico redujo la inflamación y mejoró la acción de la insulina, disminuyendo el riesgo de diabetes.
Digitalization of Business Processes of «Epicenter K» LLC as an Instrument for Their Im-provement
Authors:   Poltava University of Economics and Trade, Bezruk Denys I.
Published: June 2024

The article is devoted to the relevant topic of development and improvement of the enterprise’s business processes. The aim of the article is to study the practical aspects of improving business processes using the example of «Epicenter K» LLC through the implementation of digital technologies. It is clarified that there is a significant improvement in the field of business process classification. The article offers the author’s view of their division into development processes, main business processes, management processes and auxiliary business processes. The directions of development of the «Epicenter K» LLC group of companies within each of the groups were considered. The main business processes, which were improved by the company «Epicenter K» LLC, have been considered. The main methods of improvement and optimization of business processes of «Epicenter K» LLC have been determined. Examples of the use of modeling and description of business processes are provided: benchmarking, process engineering, and business process reengineering. It is determined that the main instrument for improving the business processes of «Epicenter K» LLC is their digitalization and digitization. It is clarified that the company is actively using digitalization to improve its business processes and to meet the needs of customers in both food and non-food products and services to the maximum extent. Examples of digitalization of business processes of «Epicenter K» LLC are provided: communications, trade process, work of employees of trade departments, document flow and production process. It is concluded that «Epicenter K» LLC is a leading domestic company in the field of retail and production, which every year more and more applies the strategy of diversification and optimization of its business processes, allowing to maximally satisfy customer requests in quality goods and services. The main directions of the company’s development in the field of digitalization and digitization of business processes are outlined in order to ensure profitability, reduce costs and increase labor productivity.
Effects of Tomato and Carrot-Supplemented Diets on Physical and Haemalogical Characteristics of Wistar Rats Exposed to Breast Carcinogen (Dimethylbenz-[A]-Anthracene)
Authors: Suleiman Zainab Abubakar , Idoko Ali Siddiq , Ganiyu Aderounmu Ibrahim
Published: June 2024

Cancer, particularly of the breast, is one of the most common cases of morbidity and mortality in women globally. This research aimed at exploring the potentials of tomato and/or carrot-supplemented diets in mitigating against breast cancer carcinogen, DMBA in rats. Forty-eight female rats were randomly distributed into 8 groups. Groups 1 and 2 comprised of unexposed rats fed standard diet and DMBA-administered group fed standard diet respectively. Groups 3-5 were DMBA-administered groups fed diets containing 20% tomato, 20% carrot, and 20% of an equally mixed tomato and carrot respectively. For groups 6-8, unexposed rats fed diets containing 20% tomato, carrot, and 20% of an equally mixed tomato and carrot respectively. The feeding was for a period of 10 weeks. Feed intake, changes in weight and hematological changes were determined. The exposed rats fed supplemented diets had significantly (p<0.05) higher feed intake and percentage weight gain compared with the exposed group fed standard diet. Similarly, the unexposed groups fed supplemented diets had significantly (p<0.05) higher feed intake and percentage weight gain in comparison with the unexposed group fed standard diet. DMBA- Exposed group and unexposed group fed 20% tomato-supplemented diet had significantly higher WBC and hemoglobin compared with the control. In conclusion, supplementation of diets with either carrot or tomato improves feed intake in normal rats and antagonizes appetite-suppressing effects of cancer, and ameliorate weight loss in rats exposed to breast carcinogen.
Yetişkinlerde Yeme Farkındalığı ve Besinlerin Günlük Tüketilen Porsiyon Miktarları Arasındaki İlişki
Authors: Karaca Vildan , Rakıcıoğlu Neslişah
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmada yeme farkındalığı ile besinlerin günlük tüketilen porsiyon miktarları arasındaki ilişkinin incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır.
Bireyler ve Yöntem: Araştırmaya 19-45 yaş arasında 127’si erkek, 205’i kadın, toplam 332 yetişkin birey katılmıştır. Araştırma verileri çevrim içi anket formu ile toplanmıştır. Yeme farkındalığı (YF), Yeme Farkındalığı Ölçeği (YFÖ-30) kullanılarak ölçülmüştür. Yeme Farkındalığı Ölçeği, toplam puan ve alt faktör puanlarının ortalaması alınarak değerlendirilmiştir. Üç ve üzeri puanlar YF’nin yüksek olduğunu göstermektedir. Bireylerin günlük tükettikleri besinlerin porsiyon miktarları Türkiye’ye Özgü Besin ve Beslenme Rehberi’ne göre değerlendirilerek besin tüketimi verileri elde edilmiştir.
Bulgular: Çalışmaya katılan bireylerin yeme farkındalığı yüksek (3.29±0.46) bulunmuştur. Alt faktörlerden duygusal yeme puanı erkeklerde, yeme kontrolü ve bilinçli beslenme puanı ise kadınlarda daha yüksektir (p<0.05). Besinlerin günlük tüketilen porsiyon miktarı ve yağ tüketim miktarı cinsiyete göre farklı değildir (p>0.05). Sadece günlük şeker tüketimi erkeklerde daha fazladır (p<0.05). Ekmek-tahıl grubu besinlerin tüketilen porsiyon miktarı arttıkça YFÖ-30 toplam puanı ve farkındalık, enterferans hariç tüm alt faktör puanları azalmıştır (p<0.05). Süt grubu besinlerin porsiyon miktarı ile yeme disiplini puanı arasında pozitif bir ilişki bulunmuştur (p<0.01). Yapılan regresyon analizi sonucuna göre YFÖ-30 toplam puanındaki varyansın %7.4’ünü ekmek-tahıl grubu ve sebze-meyve grubu besinlerin porsiyon miktarı açıklarken %1.7’sini ise günlük tüketilen yağ miktarı açıklamıştır. Ekmek-tahıl grubu besinlerin porsiyon miktarı, günlük tüketilen yağ miktarı YFÖ-30 toplam puanı üzerinde anlamlı bağımsız değişkenlerdir (p<0.001).
Sonuç: YF, porsiyon kontrolü sağlamada, sağlıklı besinlerin seçiminde etkili olabilir. Yeme farkındalığı düşük olanlarda özellikle ekmek-tahıl grubu besinlerin tüketimi fazladır. Sağlıklı beslenmede YF uygulamaları davranış değişikliği açısından bireylere fayda sağlayacaktır.
External debt and economic growth in selected African economies: A heterogeneous dynamic panel data analysis
Authors: Duru Innocent U , David Okoroafor O K , Paul O Ehidiamhen , Danjuma Iyaji , Okorontah Fortunatus Chikeziem , Ndubueze E Obisike , Nwamuo Chukwuemeka , Favour Ojo Toluwalashe
Published: June 2024

The nexus between external debt and economic growth of Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tunisia and Zimbabwe from 1981 to 2021 was examined in this study.  For analysis, the Pooled Mean Group Heterogeneous Dynamic Panel Data Approach and the Toda Yamamoto Granger causality tests technique were deployed. The results indicated that external debt had a negative effect on economic growth. Moreover, debt service exerted a positive impact on economic growth. The findings of the causality tests showed that there is no causal link between external debt and economic growth. Furthermore, no causal link was established between debt service and economic growth. As a result, the study suggests that the capacity of these economies in terms of revenue generation and debt servicing should be reinforced by their governments through the channelling of external debt into long-term productive investments for the realization of positive economic growth. Moreover, the policies on debt servicing in these economies should be sustained since it is yielding the desired results. Furthermore, thoroughly assessed projects of high significance should be the only yardstick for the contraction of foreign loans in these economies. Also, the policy objectives of external debt, debt service and economic growth can be pursued separately from one another in this group of economies in Africa.
Board characteristics and tax planning of quoted companies in Nigeria
Authors: Martins Otuedon Ajueyitse , A.S. Omoye
Published: June 2024

This study investigated board characteristics and tax planning among listed companies in Nigeria. It was an ex post facto type of research with a quantitative design covering a longitudinal time frame of five years (2017-2021). The data were analysed using panel regression (random and fixed effects). The outcomes of the study showed that board size and board gender diversity have no significant influence and exert a negative relationship with tax planning among firms while board independence and board political connection have significant influence and a positive relationship with the tax planning practices of the firms listed in Nigeria. It suggested that the government should ensure that boards of companies in Nigeria are well constituted with male and female members and those with politically connected members should be well monitored to prevent tax manipulations to the detriment of government tax revenue for expenditures. This study's potential to identify how board political relationships may promote tax aggression among firms. Thus, it will enable tax authorities to watch out for politically connected firms with regards tax reduction. Similarly, it will be a source of referencing material for researchers undertaking topics of this nature.
Parazitlerin konak davranışlarına etkileri
Authors: Gençay Elif Burcu , Bölükbaş Cenk Soner
Published: June 2024

Parazitler ve konakları evrimsel süreçte uzun yıllardır birlikte var olmuş ve birbirlerine karşı çeşitli savunma mekanizmaları geliştirmişlerdir. Parazitin yerleştiği yere göre konakta davranış değişikliği meydana gelebilmektedir. Davranış değişiklikleri, parazitin yaşam döngüsünü tamamlamasını kolaylaştırarak enfeksiyon oluşma şansını ve konağa adaptasyonunu artırır. Bu durum konaklarda davranış, renk, morfoloji ve fizyoloji gibi pek çok değişikliğe sebep olur. Ayrıca saldırganlık, çiftleşme ve üreme, ebeveyn davranışı üzerine etkileri olmaktadır. Bu değişikliklerde nöral, endokrin, nöromodülatör, immunomodülatör gibi fizyolojik sistemlerin rolü büyüktür. Davranış manipülasyonları, genellikle indirekt yaşam döngüsüne sahip parazitlerde gözlenmektedir ve bu parazitlerin en önemlileri arasında Dicrocoelium dendriticum ve Toxoplasma gondii örnek olarak gösterilebilir. Son yıllarda parazitle enfekte hayvanlardaki davranış değişiklikleri, bilim dünyasınında da oldukça ilgi çekici bir hal almış ve bu konuda birçok çalışma yapılmıştır. Bu derlemede, konuyla ilişkin yapılan çalışmalar bir araya getirilmiş ve örnekler ile parazitlerin bu davranış değişikliklerine sebep olma mekanizmaları açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır.
3d printing of skull models in horse, ox and pig
Authors: Oto Çağdaş , Güvener Orçun
Published: June 2024

In this study, it was aimed to physically create skull models of large-sized animal sample horse, cattle and pig species used in veterinary anatomy education with three-dimensional printing technology and to determine the suitability of these models anatomically. The anatomical structures on the skull models obtained for this purpose were examined comparatively and the advantages and disadvantages of the models in terms of their usability in education were revealed. For the study, 3D reconstruction and segmentation processes were performed digitally on the cross-sectional images of horse, cattle and pig skulls obtained by computed tomography scanning and printed. Anatomical structures were comparatively analyzed on the produced 3d plastic replicas and organic skulls. Anatomical accuracy of the 3d models, printing quality, printing errors, advantages and disadvantages were evaluated. Plastic models were found to be approximately 45% lighter than organic models in horses, 55% lighter in cattle and 60% lighter in pigs. The weight (g)/printing time (s) ratio was calculated as 11.8 for equine skull models, 12.7 for bovine models and 7.4 for porcine models. It was determined that the anatomical accuracy of the models was at a high level, important anatomical structures could be printed in accordance with the original skulls, and only some sutures between the skull bones and holes with a diameter of less than 2 mm could not be clearly visualized due to scanning and printing quality. As a result, it was determined that the plastic replicas obtained can be used in veterinary anatomy education in terms of anatomical accuracy, as well as important advantages such as being lighter, more resistant to effects such as falling, impact, cleaning, easy storage, low cost, reprinting when necessary and making corrections on the model.
Epidemiological analysis of dermatophytes isolated from cats and dogs in Ankara
Authors: Keskin Yılmaz Nevra , Baş Bülent
Published: June 2024

Dermatophytosis, a common fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, affects both cats and dogs and poses significant importance to veterinary professionals and pet owners. In this study conducted in Ankara, it is aimed to investigate the causative agents of dermatophytosis in domestic cats and dogs within the region by reviewing the reports of the samples analyzed in Ankara University Veterinary Faculty Department of Microbiology Laboratory. Key findings from this research revealed a significant prevalence of dermatophytosis in both feline and canine populations in the suspected cases with positive culture results of 76% and 88% in cats and dogs, respectively. Seasonal changes were identified as one of the most significant risk factors for dermatophytosis, with a higher culture positivity rate observed in samples analyzed during the autumn season compared to other seasons. Alternaria spp in cats and Microsporum canis in dogs were the most frequently isolated microorganisms. In conclusion, dermatophytosis continues to be a significant problem for pet health in Ankara. These findings underline the importance of veterinarians utilizing diagnostic laboratory methods to prevent, diagnose and treat dermatophytosis, thereby protecting animal health while reducing potential zoonotic risks.
Residues of Aldrin in Potato
Authors: Attri B. S. , Lal Rattan , Devan R.S. , Pandey S.Y.
Published: June 2024

Application of aldrin 5% dust @ 25 kg/ha to soil before planting potatoes for the control of soil pests resulted in residues of aldrin+dieldrin to the extent of 0 .8 to 1 ppm in the tubers at harvest. Separate analysis of peel and pulp revealed the presence of 1.75 ppm and 0.21 ppm residues, respectively. Both aldrin and dieldrin were found present in the peel whereas only dieldrin was detected in the pulp. Washing and cooking did not have a significant impact on the removal of residues. The total residues (aldrin+dieldrin) on the whole potatoes, the peel, or the pulp were always more than the tolerance limit set by FAO/WHO (0.1 ppm). It is, therefore, concluded that potatoes grown in aldrin-treated soil are hazardous to consume.