bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Assessment of Cihampelas River Water Quality Status using STORET Method and Pollution Index
Authors: Ibrahim Aiman , Suhaemi Syawal Muhamad , Sjarmidi Achmad , Aisyah Siti , Sugiarti Sugiarti , Rahmadya Aldiano , Waluyo Agus
Published: February 2024

The Cihampelas River is one of river that crosses the Regency and City of Bandung, West Java, with a length of 8.5 km. This study aims to assess the water quality status of Cihampelas River based on the STORET method and Pollution Index. The research was conducted at four stations based on the level of anthropogenic activity from July to September 2016. Measurements of the physical and chemical parameters of the waters were carried out five times at two-week intervals. Water quality status was assessed using the STORET method and Pollution Index based on the parameters TDS, TSS, pH, DO, BOD, COD, nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, and total phosphorus (TP). Using the STORET method, shows a score of -20 to -46 in the category of moderately to severely polluted waters. Based on the Pollution Index method, the waters of the Cihampelas River show lightly to severely polluted conditions with a score of 1.14 to 44.66. The water quality status of the Cihampelas River shows a decreasing trend from the upstream to the downstream.
Study of the Effect of Adding Eco-Enzyme to the Process of Decomposing Organic Waste on the Quality of Compost, Leachate, and Methane Gas Production
Authors: Sarminingsih Anik , Sumiyati Sri , Syafrudin Syafrudin , Alfarisi Irfan , Setiawan Risky , Andika Axelino Farrell , Balqis Mustika
Published: February 2024

Waste generation is increasing along with the increase in population and human living needs. The most dominant waste composition in Indonesia is organic waste, which accounts for 53.97% of the total waste. Eco-enzyme is one of the waste utilization products that has the potential to become an activator for the decomposition process and reduce the environmental effects of waste decomposition. The aim of this research is to analyse the micronutrient content of compost, reduce leachate toxicity, and accelerate the production of methane gas resulting from decomposition using eco-enzymes. The method used was an experimental method (trial) to obtain primary data from laboratory test results during 28 days of research. The research results show that, in general, there is a significant difference in the quality of compost in organic waste that uses eco-enzyme compared to that that does not use eco-enzyme. The results of measuring the quality of the leachate resulting from decomposition show that the quality of the leachate that uses eco-enzyme is better and has lower toxicity than without using eco-enzyme (control). In the production of methane gas, the results show that methane gas production in decomposition using eco-enzymes reaches the methanogenesis process more quickly.
Development of a new damping ratio prediction model for recycled aggregate concrete: Incorporating modified admixtures and carbonation effects
Authors: Ma Yawei , Wang Jian , Peng Xuyi , Si Binxin
Published: February 2024

Recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) has been widely used in practical engineering construction. However, the ability of buildings to resist wind-induced vibration and earthquake effects plays an important role in building safety. It is urgent to ensure that recycled concrete still has good anti-vibration ability within the allowable strength range. By conducting damping tests on recycled concrete specimens, the results show that the damping performance of RAC is better improved compared with natural aggregate concrete. Moreover, the influence of internal factors of recycled aggregates and external environmental conditions on damping performance can be determined, and corresponding damping ratio prediction models can be constructed. However, the current prediction models still have limitations in theory and practice. The existing damping ratio prediction models have a large span of independent variables and do not consider the gradual carbonation effect in the actual environment over time. To overcome these limitations, a new damping ratio prediction model is proposed. Based on the replacement rate of recycled aggregates (RAs) and the amplitude of excitation force, the influence of modified admixtures and carbonation on damping performance is considered, and the corresponding model prediction formula is constructed. In addition, the influence mechanism is further demonstrated and explained from the macroscopic aspect of specimen profile and the microscopic aspect of electron microscopy tests. It is found that, considering both strength and cost factors, recycled concrete still has good damping performance when the replacement rate of recycled aggregates (RAs) is 40%.
Influence of metal magnesium addition on detonation initiation in shock wave focusing Pulse Detonation Engine
Authors: Wu Yun-Kai , Zhang Yun-Tian , Du Peng , Cao Xi-Wei , Xue Rui
Published: February 2024

The process of shock wave focusing can make the strength of shock waves be continuously accumulated and turned into detonation wave in Pulse Detonation Engine (PDE). However, its effective application needs the inlet jets be in high temperature and velocity, which is difficult to be satisfied under certain conditions. Therefore, in this paper, metal magnesium assisted detonation initiation is proposed and the effect of magnesium particle addition on the shock wave focusing process in a kerosene-fueled PDE with cavity configuration is investigated through numerical simulation. The result showed that when the temperature of the premixed fuel/air jets injected in opposite direction was set as 650 K, the collision of leading shock waves on the central axis was the main source of energy deposition and the shock wave focusing could make the detonation be initiated in the cavity. When the temperature of jets is reduced to 550 K, fuel ignition and detonation could not be achieved through shock wave focusing. Then adding metal magnesium particles into the combustor made the energy deposition be enhanced and the detonation be induced. The diffusion of metal particles can significantly change the structure, motion, merging and dissipation of vortices in the flow field. Generally, the shock wave focusing process is basically not affected with metal particles injection. Therefore, this method can be successfully employed for detonation initiation in the cavity when the fuel/air premixed jet temperature is not high for PDE.
Maestro-Maestra
Authors: Hardie Melissa
Published: February 2024

The controversy surrounding Todd Field’s Tár (2022) focused on its narrative of Lydia Tár’s moral turpitude and the ways in which it incited the kinds of public response collected under the term “cancel culture.” While that is certainly a boldly stated concern of the film, this essay argues that the representation of debates around cancel culture are in fact presented through a series of cliched public interactions, where there is little nuance and little surprise. Instead, Hardie suggests that in scenes that describe the infrastructural back space of Tár’s career, a more subtle and intriguing set of exchanges between women is shown. These exchanges are not exempt from the charge of turpitude, but rather are nuanced through their formal and contextual properties. They rely on the film’s citation of the prestige lesbian films of recent past, Carol (Todd Haynes, 2015) and Portrait d’une jeune fille en feu (Céline Sciamma, 2019) through the presence of Cate Blanchett and Noémie Merlant and on a queer potential derived from these spaces of segregation and intensity. Tár uses this opposition of open and closed spaces to set the stage for its coda, where the cosmopolitan landscape of Tár’s life is supplanted by something more genuinely of the world.
Aporte nutricional de fórmulas de nutrición oral en pacientes con diálisis
Authors: Soto Danery L. , Ramos Norma J.
Published: February 2024

In patients undergoing dialysis, malnutrition is a very frequent characteristic, which is why oral nutritional supplementation administered to these patients can contribute to adequate protein intake and energy intake, thus improving protein anabolism. The objective of the present review was oriented to the bibliographic search of existing scientific articles on the nutritional contribution based on artificial enteral nutrition in patients with chronic renal disease submitted to dialysis which tends to increase morbidity and mortality in these patients, also different risk factors that are associated to malnutrition and future consequences in this type of patients are mentioned. Most of the customized formulas aimed at feeding patients with chronic kidney disease are of great help to the patient, providing proteins and nutrients vital to health, considering that these formulas could beneficially improve the health of such patients. In addition, the emotional factor may play a major role in the course of treatment. It is clear that research in this area does not have enough scientific evidence to ensure the efficacy of artificial enteral nutrition, since most of the studies carried out were of very short duration and with little participation of patients who have not been followed up in a personalized way. Finally, the importance of knowing and applying enteral nutrition formulas in patients suffering from this pathology is highlighted, however, it must be accompanied by a personalized follow-up that allows making decisions of its massive use and concrete benefits.
Biomonitorización de etanol: alcoholemia retrospectiva en función de dos muestras sanguíneas sucesivas
Authors: Inostroza Luis A. , Castro Américo J. , Collado Amadeo , Reyes Elder M. , Velarde Luis A.
Published: February 2024

El uso y abuso de etanol es asociado frecuentemente con implicaciones y consecuencias medicolegales. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la alcoholemia retrospectiva en función de dos muestras sanguíneas sucesivas de personas con posingestión de bebidas alcohólicas. El etanol como cerveza se administró en dosis única 0,8 g/kg a los sujetos del grupo I, se recogió cantidad suficiente de muestras de sangre diseñándose el perfil de concentración-tiempo del etanol y determinaron parámetros toxicocinéticos; los grupos II, y III libaron cerveza ad libitum y se extrajeron dos muestras de sangre a diferentes intervalos de tiempo. El etanol se cuantificó por cromatografía de gases. Las extrapolaciones retrógradas de alcoholemias se estimaron suponiendo cinética de orden cero y rango de tasas de eliminación 0,10 a 0,35 g/L/h. En el grupo I se determinó el volumen de distribución 0,70 L/kg, alcoholemia máxima 1,05 g/L a los 60 min y 0,148 g/L/h la tasa promedio de eliminación. Se demostró que solo en el grupo III los promedios de las concentraciones de etanol en la segunda muestra de sangre fueron menores que la primera, significando fase de eliminación y los datos de alcoholemia retrospectiva con límites superior e inferior fueron precisos, viables y válidos. En conclusión, los niveles de alcoholemia de una persona obtenidas en dos muestras de sangre con separación de 30 a 45 min, la primera extraída inmediatamente ocurrido el hecho punible y en fase de eliminación permiten la estimación de los límites superior e inferior de alcoholemia retrospectiva con precisión y alta fiabilidad frente al estudio tradicional de alcoholemia con solo una muestra de sangre.
Lithium Induced Amenorrhea: A First Case Report
Authors: KE Balakumar , Tayal Vandana , Egambarame Vidhya , Roy Vandana
Published: February 2024

A 19-year-old female, known case of bipolar disorder had history of amenorrhea (absence of menstruation) for three years. While other causes of amenorrhea such as CNS, pregnancy, other medications, and thyroid issues were ruled out, she was found to have hyper-prolactinemia. Although antipsychotic medications are known to cause amenorrhea due to dopamine receptor blockade, which may result in hyperprolactinemia, the patient’s symptoms began before she started these medications. Only drug that she was on for long period is lithium. Current literature shows mixed evidence about lithium’s impact on prolactin levels, which can affect menstruation. This case may represent the first report of lithium causing amenorrhea through elevated prolactin levels. Clinicians should be aware of this potential side effect and monitor patients accordingly. Further studies are needed to confirm and understand this potential link.
Posterior anesthesia for lower limb varicose veins: a case report with video
Authors: Lmbelloni, MD, PhD Luiz Eduardo , Vieira, MD, PhD Eneida Maria , Calaça Rivoli, MD Anna Lúcia , Neto, MD, PhD Sylvio Valença de Lemos , Procópio Lara, MD Patrícia L , Cristina Pinho, MD Ana
Published: February 2024

Background: Patient with a history of dissatisfaction during spinal anesthesia for orthopedic surgery, due to the unpleasant long duration of motor blockade of the lower limbs. During the pre-anesthetic consultation, she requested another type of anesthesia for the surgical treatment of varicose veins in the lower limbs. Case report: A 58-year-old female patient presented with varicose veins, for surgical treatment without removing the saphenous vein, only the collaterals. Patient with a history of controlled hypertension, normal blood tests, normal ECG, and chest X-ray. Abbreviation for fasting with 200 ml CHO. Venous access with #20G extract and monitoring with continuous ECG, NIBP, SpO2, and EtCO2 through a nasal catheter. Cleaning the skin with chlorhexidine and local anesthesia with 3 ml of 1% lidocaine. The spinal puncture was performed with the patient in the ventral position, by the median line in the L3-L4 interspaces using a 27G Quincke needle, after the appearance of CSF 7.5 mg of 0.15% hypobaric bupivacaine was administered at a speed of 1 mL/15s. Immediate latency, superior level T10 analgesia, without any degree of motor block. The surgical procedure posterior lasted 1:40 hours, and anterior lasted 1:20 hours, both without any degree of motor blockade and without cardiocirculatory and respiratory changes. The patient mobilized alone on the surgical table, without assistance from the prone position to the supine position. At PACU she received 200 ml of CHO and was discharged to her room. At the end of the day, she was released to her residence. Conclusion: The practice of prone positioning for performing posterior dorsal anesthesia remains relatively unfamiliar to many anesthetists. The use of a low dose of 0.15% hypobaric bupivacaine, the low cephalic dispersion of the analgesia, and the predominance of sensory roots allow the surgery to be performed without any degree of motor blockade, and proprioception remains. The use of posterior spinal anesthesia and the abbreviation of fasting before and immediately after surgery allowed excellent patient satisfaction.
Effect of the incorporation of plasma rich of platelets on the spermatozoa physiology of ram semen
Authors: Corredor L Hernández , Restrepo S León , Cano J Bustamante , Sandoval G Báez , X Jaramillo
Published: February 2024

Plasma rich in platelets (PRP) have been used for healing processes, maxillary oral surgery, plastic surgery, although its use in andrology is null; however, there is no information about its effect on sperm motility and morphology. The aim of this study was to compare the effect PRP in inclusion ram semen in the parameters motility (Mt) and morphometrics (Mp). Semen samples (n=8) were collected by artificial vagina from two rams located in the North of Santander, Colombia (L 7°54′N, L 72°30′W). Obtain the blood sample by venous puncture of the jugular the tubes (Citrated and EDTA) at 3000 g/3 min centrifuged, after separation PRP (rich and poor). After the initial evaluation, Eppendorf tubes of 2mL, 500μL, saline solution, 10μL of fresh semen and 10μL PRP (rich or poor) were placed 5 min after preparation of the samples, (F:fresh, N: saline solution, CPr: citrated platelets rich; CPp: citrated platelets poor; EPr: EDTA platelets rich; EPp EDTA platelets poor). sperm was analyzed per software the Sperm Class Analyser (ISAS, Proiser, Spain) were calculated for Mp and for Mt, parameters were compared between treatments (T) by ANOVA. Significant differences (P<0.001) were found between T for Mp and Mt. According to these results, the sperm head dimensions (SHD) of semen samples with inclusion EPr were bigger and the velocity was higher. An increase in SHD has been previously described due to osmolar adjustment procedures, the same happened with the parameter of Mt and linearity, improving the characteristic up to 6% with respect to fresh semen. it is observed that the PRP improves the Mp and the Mt of the ram spermatozoa, thanks to the growth factors and the components of its dense granules
Parasitic infection status of different native species of Columbidae family in southwest of Iran
Authors: Dehghani-Samani Azam , Pirali Yaser , Madreseh-Ghahfarokhi Samin , Dehghani-Samani Amir
Published: February 2024

In current investigation, for the first time, prevalence of parasites in different native members of columbidae family were studied carefully in Shahrekord, located in southwest of Iran. Totally 220 birds from 4 different species were examined for presence of every ectoparasites and endoparasites by use of identification keys for parasites. After preparation of blood smears, oral cavity and crop wet smears, feces samples and their direct smears, flotation of feces and evisceration of examined birds, isolation and identification of parasites were done via laboratory methods and identification keys. Results of current study show the occurrence and prevalence of different parasites in examined groups. The common blood parasite with highest prevalence is Haemoproteous columbae in Rock pigeons (27.27%). The highest prevalence of Leukocytozoon marchouxi is for Rock Pigeons (5.54%). Columbicola columbae is the common ectoparsite with highest prevalence in Rock pigeons (56.36%), the highest prevalence of Menopon gallinae is for Rock Pigeons (21.81%), also the highest prevalence of Pseudolynchia canariensis and Lipeurus caponis are for Rock pigeons (36.36% and 16.36% respectively). The highest prevalence of Trichomonas gallinae is for Rock pigeons (67.27%). The highest prevalence of Eimeria labbeana is for Laughing Doves (30.90%). Highest prevalence of Cryptosporidium meleagridis is for Rock pigeons (3.63%) and the highest prevalence Echinostoma revolutum is for Rock Pigeons (20%). Ascaridia columbae has the highest prevalence in Domestic Pigeons (25.45%). The highest prevalence of Ascaridia galli, Raillietina echinobothrida and Raillietina tetragona are for Rock Pigeons (7.27%, 18.18% and 12.72% respectively). Results of current study for the first time show the considerable level of parasitic infections in the examined groups in this area.
Music influence on the behaviour of sheltered dogs
Authors: Hauber Zsoltne , Korsos G , Dudas KD , Gy Fekete Sandor
Published: February 2024

There are a large number of previous researches on the effects of listening to music for different species, including humans, dairy cows, wild animals in captivity and even dogs.1 Dogs can be kept in kennels for a variety of reasons, such as laboratory purposes, housing work-dogs or in shelters. The life in a shelter means physical and social restraint, therefore dogs generally show the signs of stress after having arrived in it.2 The supply with toys improved only the state of experimental dogs, but not for kennel ones.3 The influence of displaying human voice is not clear:4 while Wells et al.,5 found the radio ineffective, on the other hand, the listening of audio books proved to be beneficial.6 The general mood of dog is influenced by the type of the music, too. In a study with 117 dogs the heavy metal music caused nervousness and trembling.7 On the other hand, a series of different genre of music (motown, soft rock, pop, reggae and classical) was able to decrease the stress level of dogs. The most powerful were the soft rock and the reggae, but the no musical treatment mitigated the barking. Owing to the individual differences in the taste of the animals, the deviation of data was big.4 This phenomenon is known in human, too.8 The shelters are noisy premises, therefore the use of a well-chosen background music may do a lot of good. The purpose of this research was to reduce general stress level of dogs.
Morphometric and molecular identification of Eimeria species from commercial chickens in Nigeria
Authors: Samuel Olufemi Adeyemi , IO Olatoye , DO Oladele , JO Adejimi , GAT Ogundipe
Published: February 2024

Eimeria species are important coccidian parasites causing significant economic losses from clinical and subclinical coccidiosis in poultry worldwide. The objective of this study was to identify the abundance of Eimeria species responsible for coccidial infections in commercial chicken flocks in Nigeria. Morphometric methods by oocyt sedimentation and microscopy were used to identify Eimeria species from pooled faecal samples randomly obtained from commercial chicken farms. While Real-Time quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-qPCR) targeting the Sequence Characterized Amplified Region (SCAR) from the genomic DNA extracted from the faecal samples was used to determine the specific species of Eimeria. Morphometry identification resulted in threegroups of oocyst category Eimeria based on the length were identified (BM group: E. brunetti and E. maxima;AM group: E. acervulina and E. mitis and NTP group: E. necatrix, E. tenella and E. praecox). The relative abundance of 3.0%, 52.0% and 45.0% were obtained for BM group, AM group and NTP group respectively. Molecular method detected Five Eimeria species were identified by real-time qPCR from the samples with species-specific relative abundance of 37.8%, 1.1%, 7.1%, 3.1% and 50.9% E. acervulina, E. maxima, E. necatrix, E. tenella and E. mitis; while E. praecox and E. brunetti were not detected. All markers utilized in these qPCR assays were absolutely species-specific and support reproducible quantification across a wide linear range, unaffected by the presence of non-target species or other contaminating DNA. The sensitivity of this assay indicated that DNA equivalent to a single sporulated oocyst can be consistently detected. Only five out of the conventional pathogenic species of Eimeria were detected in commercial chickens sampled in Nigeria. The epizootiological significance of the identified circulating Eimeria species is to enhance coccidiosis vaccination prophylaxis in Nigeria.
Primary hyperaldosteronism in a cat
Authors: B Rivas Bárbara , JLCardoso Mauro , RM Cecci Gabriela , C Ortiz Bruna , Hugo B Marutani Victor , W DiSantis Giovana , R Calesso Jéssica
Published: February 2024

A feline, male, 12 years of age, mixed breed was attended at the Veterinary Hospital of the State University of Londrina, showing apathy, paresis, cervical ventroflexion, sialorrhea, mydriasis and blindness. Complementary exams showed azotemia, hypokalemia and a unilateral adrenal nodule. The measurement of serum aldosterone confirmed the diagnosis of hyperaldosteronism caused by adrenal adenoma. After three months of oral medication, a surgical excision of the adrenal gland was performed and, 72 hours later, the patient died of renal complications. This study highlights the importance of considering primary hyperaldosteronism as a relevant differential in cats with hypokalemia and hypertension.
Dark matter structure formation in the presence of gravitational fluctuations
Authors: Bastos Catarina , Tercas Hugo
Published: February 2024

We present the coupling between a gravitational wave in a Minkowski spacetime with dark matter modelled by a self-interacting complex scalar field. In flat spacetime, quantum fluctuations in dark matter, as described as a Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC), are stable and display a relativistic Bogoliubov dispersion relation. In the weak gravitational field limit, both relativistic and nonrelativistic models self-gravitating dark matter suggest the formation of structures as the result of a dynamical (Jeans) instability. In this work we show that in the presence of spontaneous symmetry breaking of the dark matter field, the gravitational wave is damped for wave-lengths larger than the Jeans length. Such energy is converted to the Bogoliubov modes of the BEC that in their turn become unstable and grow, leading to the formation of structures even in the absence of expansion. Remarkably, this compensated attenuation/amplification mechanism is the signature of a discrete PT symmetry-breaking of the system.
Analysis of JET component parameters of AGN - brightness, speed, size, distance and acceleration
Authors: C Chika Onuchukwu
Published: February 2024

We statistically analysed the jet component parameters of superluminal sources which comprises of radio galaxy (G), radio quasar (Q) and BL Lac (B) objects. Subsamples were formed based on brightness, speed, size, distance D from the assumed stationary core, jet components with positive and negative perpendicular and parallel acceleration. Results show that there is a strong positive correlation between the jet component size and distance away from the core, which supports the self-similarity model of AGN evolution and that jet component accelerations are independent of any size, distance from the core, radio power and speed of the jet component. Moreover, jet components with negative/positive acceleration have similar range in values in the observed parameters.
Two new Colombian harvestmen of the genus Vima (Arachnida: Opiliones: Agoristenidae)
Authors: Garcia Andres Felipe , Villarreal Osvaldo
Published: February 2024

Two new Colombian species of the genus Vima Hirst, 1912 are described: Vima dilectus sp. nov. from the Meta department, and Vima bellator sp. nov. from the Santander department. Both species are consistent with the current diagnosis of Vima. Consequently, the genus distribution is expanded northwards. An updated distribution map and an identification key to the Vima species are provided.
Programa Institutos Nacionais de Ciência e Tecnologia (INCT)
Authors: Souza Maria Bernadete Carvalho Pires de , Calabro Luciana
Published: February 2024

O Programa Institutos Nacionais de Ciência e Tecnologia (INCT) foi criado em 2008 com o objetivo de promover excelência nas atividades de ciência e tecnologia e sua internacionalização, assim como fomentar a interação com o sistema empresarial e a melhoria da educação científica. O objetivo deste artigo é descrever o Programa INCT quanto ao seu histórico e estrutura e sua inserção na Política Nacional de Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação. Foi utilizada uma pesquisa de caráter descritivo e qualitativo com a realização de pesquisa exploratória, que visou descrever e analisar os fenômenos referentes ao Programa. Os resultados indicam poucos estudos relacionados a avaliação do Programa e que a sua elaboração teve influência de programas anteriores da política de ciência e tecnologia. Contudo, o Programa INCT é mais descentralizado, pois envolve redes de instituições e diferentes níveis de governo, com a missão de internacionalização e de transferência do conhecimento para sociedade. É importante o fortalecimento e a manutenção do Programa visando melhorias na forma de produzir ciências, tecnologias e inovações no Brasil e na difusão de conhecimento para a sociedade.
Two rare species in Espírito Santo state, Brazil: rediscovery of Apostolepis longicaudata Gomes, 1921 (Squamata, Dipsadidae) and Drymoluber brazili (Gomes, 1918) (Squamata, Colubridae)
Authors: Mathielo Rafael Scherrer , Santiago Diego Henrique , De Castro Thiago Marcial , Chaves Flávia Guimarães
Published: February 2024

We report the rediscovery of two species of rare snake  in Espírito Santo state, Brazil: Aposto­lepis longicaudata Gomes, 1921 (also rare elsewhere in Brazil) and Drymoluber brazili (Gomes, 1918). Apostolepis longicaudata has gone undetected in Espírito Santo for  66 years and Drymoluber brazili for 46 years. Espírito Santo state has only 10% of its forests remaining, and so the rediscovery of these forest‑dwelling species emphasizes the importance of small forest remnants for the conservation. These species have been assessed as Critically Endangered and Endangered in Espírito Santo state.
Materi Qawaid Metode Tamyiz dalam Perspective Pembaharuan Nahwu oleh Syauqi Dhayf
Authors: Afyuddin Moh Sholeh , Imamah Ayunda , Munawwir Ahmad , Irhas Moh
Published: February 2024

Purpose- This research aimed to create a scientific dialogue between the Tamyiz Method - as a fast method for learning Arabic Qawaid - and the Nahwu renewal concept initiated by Syauqi Dhayf.
Design/Methodology/Approach- This research used qualitative methods with the type of library research. Data collection was by collecting and reading library materials related to the research theme, making notes, and analyzing them deductively using Miles and Haberman's analysis stages.
Findings- The results of this research stated that the Tamyiz 1 material could apply the six principles of Nahwu Syauqi Dhayf renewal except for “the elimination of i'rob taqdiri or mahalli analysis”, because the learning material in Tamyiz 1 – which aimed to be smart tarjamah of the Quran – did not introduce i'rob analysis. The rest principles – such as reformulation, reorientation, redefinition, deleting additional materials that do not lead to achieve learning objectives, and adding material considered significant in achieving learning objectives – could be seen in several structures of Tamyiz 1 materials, such as the addition of the mujarrod chapter to find the original letter of a sentence, focuses the material on identifying harf, fiil and isim with its characteristics and patterns (wazan) which have a high frequency of appearance in the QS. Al-Baqarah. Several other chapters known in the classical nahwu standards are not taught because the materials are focused and arranged concisely to achieving Tamyiz 1 learning objectives.
 Research Implications- The results of this research have implications for The results of this research have implications for learning qawaid with the 'fast method' which has been developed by many Arabic language scholars, including the Tamyiz Method. The results of this research can provide an epistemological explanation regarding fast Nahwu learning methods.
EL ANALISIS ECONOMICO DEL DERECHO Y SUS APORTES AL DERECHO DEL CONSUMO
Authors: Triana-Benavides Silvia María
Published: February 2024

El presente artículo, “el Análisis Económico del Derecho y sus aportes al derecho del consumo” expone cómo puede ser este aplicado a la ley colombiana, especialmente la economía del comportamiento; y sus contribuciones a la forma de entender al consumidor y a la generación de nuevas formas jurídicas de protección en el derecho del consumo.
Análise da implementação do Incentivo Federal à Atividade Física na Atenção Primária: a equidade em foco
Authors: Carvalho Fabio Fortunato Brasil de , Vieira Leonardo Araújo , Malhão Thainá Alves , Loch Mathias Roberto
Published: February 2024

O trabalho teve como objetivos apresentar o panorama nacional do primeiro ano de implementação do Incentivo Financeiro à Atividade Física na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) e analisar se a nota de priorização municipal foi um critério efetivo para maior equidade na distribuição dos recursos. Trata-se de um estudo ecológico com análises sobre o número de municípios e unidades de saúde homologadas ao Incentivo à Atividade Física na APS e dos valores pagos no período entre maio de 2022 e setembro de 2023. Para avaliar a equidade, foram calculadas as medidas de desigualdades absolutas e relativas entre as unidades de saúde, agrupadas em quartis conforme a nota de priorização municipal. O percentual de unidades de saúde custeadas não passou de 37,6% e o estabelecimento de metas reduziu em 68,9% o número de unidades de saúde que receberam recursos do Incentivo à Atividade Física na APS e em 44,0% o montante de recursos pagos. Foram observadas importantes desigualdades na alocação de recursos, com maior percentual de unidades de saúde localizadas em municípios com menor prioridade. Assim, os critérios adotados foram insuficientes para garantir equidade na distribuição de recursos.
Ondansetron and the Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death among Individuals Receiving Maintenance Hemodialysis
Authors: Ismail Sherin , Funk Michele Jonsson , Flythe Jennifer E.
Published: February 2024

Key Points

In hemodialysis, ondansetron initiation versus initiation of lesser QT-prolonging antiemetics associated with higher 10-day sudden cardiac death risk.

Analyses considering additional cardiac outcomes had consistent findings.

Background

Individuals receiving hemodialysis have a high incidence of sudden cardiac death and are susceptible to QT interval–prolonging medication–related cardiac complications. Ondansetron, an antiemetic with known QT-prolonging potential, is associated with fatal arrhythmias in the general population when administered intravenously. The cardiac safety of ondansetron in the hemodialysis population is unknown.

Methods

We conducted a new-user, active-comparator, cohort study using United States Renal Data System data (2012–2019) to examine the association between the initiation of oral ondansetron versus antiemetics with lesser QT-prolonging potential (promethazine, metoclopramide, or prochlorperazine) and the 10-day risk of sudden cardiac death among individuals receiving hemodialysis. We used inverse probability of treatment-weighted survival models to estimate adjusted hazard ratios, risk differences, and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). We used an intention-to-treat approach in which non-sudden cardiac death was considered a competing event. We examined additional cardiac outcomes in secondary analyses.

Results

Of 119,254 study patients, 64,978 (55%) initiated ondansetron and 54,276 (45%) initiated a comparator antiemetic. Initiation of ondansetron versus a comparator antiemetic was associated with higher relative and absolute 10-day risks of sudden cardiac death (adjusted hazard ratio, 1.44 [95% CI, 1.08 to 1.93]; adjusted risk difference, 0.06% [95% CI, 0.01% to 0.11%]). The number needed to harm was 1688. Analyses of additional cardiac outcomes yielded similar findings.

Conclusions

Compared with initiation of antiemetics with lesser QT-prolonging potential, initiation of ondansetron was associated with higher short-term cardiac risks among people receiving hemodialysis.
The Future Faces of Science
Authors: Guevara Bryan
Published: February 2024

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic brought upon an onslaught of criticisms, doubts, and conspiracies against many large scientific (primarily governmental) institutions, eventually finding its way towards academic and other non-governmental organizations. I created two videos showcasing what a typical day in the lab looks like for a young psychologist and biologist who attended the University of Iowa. Here, they describe the ins & outs of their days, how they acquired their positions, and where they hoped to go after they earn their bachelor's degrees. We also get a great glimpse into their amazing personalities as well as get to meet some of the other members of their respective labs who are all just as ecstatic to discuss their research with me. I hope the main take-home message my readers get from this piece is that many scientists, young and old, are all simply chasing passion projects, with hopes that our work will have some larger impact and benefit for society. You can find the links to the videos here:https://youtu.be/URgs5GD_lT4?si=iqALDVWhQcc63B9lhttps://youtu.be/RDe7Rb8EBDY?si=EYcBMEPPGZanJn4r
Calidad de vida laboral en empresas familiares del sector avícola colombiano
Authors: Matabanchoy-Tulcán Sonia , Betancourt-Zambrano Sonia , Calderón-Hernández Gregorio
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: caracterizar la calidad de vida laboral en empresas familiares del sector avícola colombiano con el fin de generar reflexiones que aporten a la salud y el bienestar de las personas que trabajan en este ámbito. Método: para este estudio se utilizó el diseño de investigación cuantitativa con enfoque empírico analítico y tipo descriptivo, se empleó un cuestionario para percepciones sobre la calidad de vida laboral. Las categorías que se tuvieron en cuenta para evaluar los constructos fueron: condiciones de trabajo, entorno de trabajo seguro y saludable, seguridad en el empleo, vida personal y relación persona-trabajo. En este estudio participaron 172 trabajadores. Resultados: se encontró que los trabajadores valoran potencialmente más la calidad de vida laboral subjetiva que a la calidad de vida objetiva, destacando aspectos vinculados con la contratación y el salario, los recursos y las herramientas de trabajo, así como la estabilidad laboral, los cuales se configuran como factores protectores de la calidad de vida laboral. Además, se identificó la importancia de potenciar la calidad de vida laboral en este sector, enfocándose en aspectos relativos a la seguridad y salud en el trabajo, la promoción de estilos de vida saludables, el bienestar laboral y la conciliación entre el trabajo y la familia.  Conclusiones: la calidad de vida laboral influye positivamente en la productividad y la competitividad de la organización, así como en la gestión del talento humano. Las fuentes primordiales de calidad de vida laboral se derivan de la perspectiva subjetiva, y al integrarse con condiciones objetivas, se convierten en elementos fundamentales de los programas de gestión del talento humano, así como de la seguridad y salud en el trabajo. Estas también sirven como puntos de intervención que contribuyen al desarrollo tanto humano como organizacional.
Manipulación genética y bienes jurídicos: cuando la especie determina el interés afectado
Authors: Solari Merlo Mariana N.
Published: February 2024

El presente trabajo analiza la regulación jurídico penal española de la actividad científica concerniente a la genética. En concreto, se sitúa en el foco del análisis la concepción sobre el bien jurídico tutelado en la regulación para determinar si el patrimonio genético humano es un interés digno de protección penal. Así, resulta especialmente relevante que la actividad genética no se aborda de igual modo en nuestra legislación. Antes bien, se realiza una diferenciación en atención a si la genética objeto de manipulación es la de los seres humanos u otros seres vivos. En un caso u otro, el fundamento de la intervención penal parece cambiar, lo que da lugar a una tipificación diferenciada en el Código Penal. Esto es, lo genético como elemento común a todas las conductas queda relegado a un segundo plano primando, como es menester, el bien jurídico tutelado en cada caso.
La transmutación de las sanciones positivistas para el delincuente nato en el código penal colombiano de 1936
Authors: Duarte Martínez Carlos Arturo
Published: February 2024

En Colombia las ideas de la escuela positivista influyeron la redacción del Código penal de 1936 sin que las penas de prisión perpetua y prisión indeterminada fueran acogidas para todos los delincuentes natos, pues únicamente se establecieron para los alienados o anormales, bajo el nombre de “medidas de seguridad”. A partir de un estudio general del impacto del positivismo penal en América latina y en particular de las actas de la Comisión de Asuntos Penales y Penitenciarios que redactó dicha codificación, se sostiene que lo anterior fue resultado de un sincretismo con el pensamiento penal colombiano, que reconocía la insuficiencia de investigaciones sobre la delincuencia nacional y de médicos, jueces y administradores penitenciarios para cumplir con las metas perseguidas por el positivismo penal.
El ámbito de validez temporal de la ley penal en el sistema penal colombiano, frente a la vigencia al derecho de la doble conformidad dado por la Corte Constitucional en la sentencia SU-146 de 2020
Authors: Campaz Preciado Jhonatan
Published: February 2024

El presente artículo tiene como finalidad develar el conflicto existente en la práctica judicial y jurisprudencia colombiana relacionada con el ámbito de validez temporal de la ley penal, frente a la vigencia al derecho de la doble conformidad, de acuerdo con la interpretación que de esa institución jurídica ha hecho la Corte Constitucional en sentencias SU-146 de 2020, SU-006 de 2023 y SU-007 de 2023. Puesto que, si bien en la primera decisión la Corte habilitó el recurso de la doble conformidad con una retroactividad de más de seis años para un asunto que tenía una situación consolidada, la misma Colegiatura restringió esa prerrogativa a dos supuestos fácticos que no ostentaban cosa juzgada material a la fecha escogida, con el fin de permitir la impugnación del primer fallo condenatorio.
Para ello, se procederá a describir y abordar de manera separada los tópicos asociados al ámbito de validez de la norma penal, como favorabilidad, irretroactividad y retroactividad, de cara al conflicto ocasionado por la interpretación hecha a la garantía de la doble conformidad, desde la sentencia SU-146 de 2020. De esta forma, se pretende demostrar que la Corte Constitucional desconoció su propio precedente e incluso algunos precedentes de la Corte IDH con relación a la aplicación de la doble conformidad; por cuanto el fallo soló se ocupó de un aforado constitucional como fue el caso del exministro Arias y dejó por fuera a las personas no aforadas con similitud fáctica, que han tenido que acudir a múltiples acciones de tutela que están siendo objeto de negación como por ejemplo SU-006 de 2023 y SU-007 de 2023.
Raising awareness of cardiovascular diseases: A silent killer in South Africa
Authors: Mteto Qhayiya Fihla
Published: February 2024

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the Republic of South Africa (RSA), surpassing all cancers combined. It is estimated that the disease is responsible for 215 deaths daily, with a 17.3% death rate. Common risk factors for the disease include hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesteremia, overweight and obesity, smoking, and stress. Contrary to well-known diseases like HIV/AIDS and TB, CVD does not enjoy enough publicity and attention from the population. This indicates a lack of awareness and concern for the disease among the general people, resulting in the disease being a continued burden on the healthcare system of RSA. The objective of this study was to examine the aetiology and classifications of CVD, identify cardiovascular risk factors, and explore strategies for preventing and managing the condition.
Human and mouse alpha-synuclein protein expression and purification v1
Authors: west andrew.west , Sokratian Arpine
Published: February 2024

The protocol for is designed for high-yield purification of recombinant α-synuclein monomer. It is recommended to always store the protein on ice, and once the purification process has started, it should not be stopped.
Japanese and Indonesian Prohibitive Expressions on Prohibition Signs at Train Stations: A Linguistic Landscape Study
Authors: Afifah Muthi
Published: February 2024

This article focuses on the expressions of prohibition signs in Japan and Indonesia. Based on the Politeness Theory of Brown Levinson (1987), consideration for the other conversation participants is expected if the speaker tells them not to do something in personal communication. In contrast, the expressions on prohibition signs in public spaces did not need such consideration and can be done “without redressive, baldly”. However, many prohibitions signs use polite expressions. Japanese has “keigo” system that adjusts the usage of vocabulary depending on whom the listener is, while Indonesian does not have that system although polite expression is commonly used. This article aims to resolve those differences and compares the expression of prohibitions signs, especially in train stations, which displayed many prohibited signs from cautions, and manners expressions. The data in this study were collected at Tokyo station-Tokyo and Osaka station-Osaka in Japan, and Gambir station-Jakarta and Gubeng station-Surabaya in Indonesia. The results found that the prohibition signs at railway stations in Indonesia used prohibitive expressions with and without honorific expressions almost equally. On the other hand, Japan’s railway stations used more prohibitive expressions with honorifics on their prohibition signs. In Japan railway stations, the use of honorific expressions on prohibition signs is part of their service and to appeal that they are a railway company with good service.
Gairaigo Derived from English in Japanese Advertising: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Global Implications
Authors: Gama Fitri Ifi
Published: February 2024

Gairaigo, or loanwords borrowed from foreign languages, have become a ubiquitous feature of the Japanese language, with English being the most significant influence. The use of English loanwords in Japanese advertising has become increasingly common, with many commercials and other promotional materials incorporating gairaigo in their messaging. This study aims to explore the prevalence and significance of gairaigo derived from English in Japanese advertising, examining its benefits and drawbacks, and its global implications. This study utilized qualitative approach. The method used was descriptive method. Data collection technique through literature study. Data obtained online through various academic database, a total of 19 books and 26 scientific articles, and be analysed using descriptive analyse technique. This study found important benefits of gairaigo in Japanese advertising, that are: increase product appeal to younger generations, more effective communication with international audiences, and enhanced global image of Japanese brands. However, there are also drawbacks, that are: limited accessibility for non-English speakers, potential language erosion and loss of cultural identity, and negative impact on traditional Japanese businesses. Furthermore, the global implications of gairaigo in Japanese advertising are also significant, with the influence of Japanese advertising on global marketing trends and cultural exchange and cross-linguistic communication. Overall, while the use of gairaigo in Japanese advertising can bring numerous benefits, it is important to carefully consider its potential drawbacks and cultural implications for both domestic and global audiences. By understanding the impact of gairaigo on Japanese advertising, we can gain a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between language, culture, and marketing in a global context. Further research is needed to continue exploring the impact and implications of gairaigo in Japanese advertising. Further research is needed to continue exploring the impact and implications of gairaigo in Japanese advertising.
The Concept of Japanese Culture in Lean Production of the Toyota Automobile Company: Its Scientific Development and Application in Higher Education and Agriculture
Authors: Glushchenko Valery Vladimirovich
Published: February 2024

The purpose of the article is to create a scientific theory of lean production of goods and services (the theory of thrift), from the perspective of Japanese culture which is applicable in higher education and agriculture. Currently, a new technological way is being formed. One of the key concepts of this technological way will be the scientific theory of lean manufacturing, which can be created based on the analysis of the practice of lean manufacturing of the Toyota automobile company. The analysis of the directions of crisis management indicates the growing relevance of the introduction of lean manufacturing of goods and services in all new areas of activity, in particular in higher education and agriculture as a part of Japanese culture. However, fragmentary implementation of lean manufacturing ideas can be inefficient. This necessitates the development of the concept and content of the general theory of lean production of goods and services in higher education and agriculture. The article describes the functions, roles, and structural elements of the general theory of lean production of goods and services, a conceptual approach to the introduction of lean production of goods and services in higher education and agriculture as a part of Japanese culture is being formed.