bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Submergence Tolerance in Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Genotypes at the Seedling Stage: A Combined Approach of Morphological and Molecular Characterization
Authors: Maity Satyaki Nandan , Dasgupta Tapash , Ghosh Shyam Chandra , Payra Nillahit , Roy Anirban
Published: August 2023

Background: Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is the major cereal crop often suffers from submergence in the rainfed growing situation of India and South East Asia. Developing rice cultivars with tolerance to submergence is the best strategy to circumvent the situation. In Eastern India a vast reservoir of rice genotypes exists grown in diverse agro-climatic situation under rainfed condition. Screening rice genotypes under submergence stressed condition by observing morphological traits combined with molecular marker approach helps to identify the genotypes having innate capacity to survive under flooding condition more precisely than either of the approach alone. The present study was framed to identify the landraces and genotypes having the presence of desired genes which will helpful for future breeding program. Methods: Fifty rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes were evaluated for submergence tolerance using both morphological and molecular characterization in the field and laboratory respectively. Six stress indices, namely elongation%, survival%, mortality%, relative growth index, dry mass% and recovery rate, were examined in the field seven days and fourteen days after submergence. The genotypes were screened with SSR markers to identify the presence of the desired gene. Result: Based on morphological and molecular screening, out of all rice genotypes, Brahmabalak, Jaladhi 1-2, Jaldubi, Kerala Sundary, China IRRI, Sonachur, Pravat, Pankaj, Ranjit SUB1 and Bahadur SUB1 showed higher levels of tolerance to submergence than the tolerant control Swarna SUB1. They have one or more loci different from the SUB1 locus, which can be bred to create improved submergence-tolerant rice varieties with high yield in the rainfed lowland agroecosystem.
Haemodynamic and Haemato-Biochemical Changes with Ketamine, Propofol and Ketofol as Constant Rate Infusion Anesthesia for Elective Ovariectomy in Dogs
Authors: Pusp Agyey , Kumari Archana , Tiwary Ramesh , Kumar Bipin , Ansaari Md Moin , Kumar Rajesh , . Bhavna
Published: August 2023

Background: Combination of glycopyrrolate, butorphanol, xylazine as premedication and induction with propofol and maintenance with ketamine, propofol and propofol mixtures (Ketofol 1:1) as constant rate infusion (CRI) would have the ability to maintain better hemodynamic and reduce the dose of general anesthesia for maintenance. This technique once gets standardized; it may transfer to field veterinarians for elective ovariectomy under a routine animal birth control programme (ABC) for safe handling of canines. Therefore, the present study was designed to evaluate haemodynamic and haemato-biochemical changes with Ketamine, Propofol and Ketofol as CRI anesthesia in dogs. Methods: The study was conducted on 18 female dogs during 2019-2021 and these animals were randomly divided into three experimental groups, each group (I, II and III) containing six animals. All animals were pre-medicated with glycopyrrolate @ 0.01 mg/kg b.wt I/M followed by inj. butorphanol 0.2 mg/kg b.wt and xylazine 1mg/kg b.wt I/M after 5 minutes by using different syringes. After 10 minutes of xylazine, animals were induced (till effect) with propofol and immediately just after induction animals were maintained with constant rate infusion of ketamine, propofol and ketofol 1:1 along with normal saline @ 10 ml/kg/hr. Result: Cardiovascular parameters showed that the value of systolic arterial pressure increased significantly (P less than 0.05) after pre-medication in all three groups in comparisons to respective base values. Value of diastolic arterial pressure increased significantly (P less than 0.05) after pre-medication in groups I and II, whereas non-significantly (p greater than 0.05) in group III in comparisons to respective base values. Hemoglobin and PCV values decreased non-significantly after pre-medication and remained non-significantly lower at various intervals in comparison to respective base values during observation periods except at recovery in group II. Changes in TLC did not show a definite pattern and values of TEC in all groups changed non-significantly (p greater than 0.05) at various time intervals in comparison to respective base values during the observation period.
Consumo de material pornográfico en estudiantes de medicina.
Authors: Salomón Cruz Josefina , Valencia Ramón Viviana
Published: August 2023

La industria pornográfica se vio favorecida con la llegada del internet ya que en la web existen numerosos sitios con contenido pornográfico a los que cualquier persona que cuente con internet puede acceder, independientemente de la edad y el sexo.
Objetivo: Determinar el consumo de material pornográfico en estudiantes de primer semestre de la Licenciatura Médico Cirujano de la División Académica de Ciencias de la Salud de la Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco.
Método: Estudio exploratorio, descriptivo, prospectivo transversal, realizado en la Licenciatura de Médico Cirujano de la Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco. La muestra fue seleccionada al azar por conveniencia, utilizando la técnica encuesta para recolección de datos y estadísticas descriptivas para el análisis de estos.
Resultados: Hay consumo de material pornográfico en el 58.1% de los estudiantes, siendo predominante en el género masculino.
Conclusión: El 58.1% De los estudiantes de Medicina del primer ciclo utilizan el material pornográfico lo cual es importante de analizar porque en algunos casos puede aumentar la falta de concentración en sus actividades académicas.
Keberfungsian Sosial Penyintas Covid-19 Berdasarkan Assessment Biopsikososial
Authors: Rini Dewi aprilia Aprilia Kartika , Prayitno Hadi
Published: August 2023

Abstrak

Fenomena Covid-19 yang saat ini masih menjadi problem masyarakat khususnya pada masyarakat rentan yakni para penyintas Covid-19 di Desa Sumbergondo Kecamatan Glenmore Kabupaten Banyuwangi. Dampak-dampak Covid-19 dirasakan oleh para Penyintas Covid-19 baik dirasakan dari dalam diri para penyintas Covid-19 maupun dari luar yang mengakibatkan ketidakoptimalan jalanya keberfungsian sosial bagi penyintas Covid-19. Ketidakoptimalan para penyintas Covid-19 terjadi karena adanya permasalahan pada aspek-aspek biologis, psikologis dan sosialnya. Keberfungsian sosial dipengaruhi oleh sumber-sumber internal dan eksternal yang tidak dapat terlepas dari aspek biologi, psikologis, dan lingkungan sosial. Berdasarkan hal tersebut peneliti tertarik untuk menggali lebih dalam mengenai keberfungsian sosial para Penyintas Covid-19 di Desa Sumbergondo dengan menggunakan assessment biopsikososial. Tujuanya adalah untuk mengetahui, menganalisis, serta mendeskripsikan secara komprehensif keberfungsian sosial penyintas Covid-19 di Desa Sumbergondo berdasarkan Assessment Biopsikososial Pada penelitian ini yang dikunakan yakni penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis studi kasus dengan menggunakan teknik-teknik pengumpulan data dan Analisa serta uji keabsahan sehingga hasil penelitian dianggap valid dan kredibel. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah ketidakoptimalan para penyintas Covid-19 yang dilihat dari 3 sudut pandang keberfungsian sosial yakni kemampuan pemenuhan kebutuhan biologis, kemampuan memerankan peran sosial, dan kemampuan memecahkan masalah yang dipicu karena masih adanya kendala dari aspek-aspek biopsikososial.

Kata Kunci : Covid-19, Penyintas Covid-19, Keberfungsian Sosial, Assessment, Biopsikososial
Elementos de (in)segurança alimentar no povo indígena potiguara Mendonça do Amarelão, Rio Grande do Norte.
Authors: Ferreira Thainá Targino , Vilar Gabriel Dantas de Carvalho , Souza Washington José de , Calazans Dinara Lesley Macedo e Silva , Pequeno Nila Patrícia Freire
Published: August 2023

A situação alimentar dos povos indígenas que residem em território potiguar acompanha dificuldades de outros povos originários. O objetivo do artigo é analisar o perfil socioeconômico, de insegurança alimentar e antropométrico dos indígenas residentes no território potiguar Mendonça do Amarelão. A pesquisa ocorreu em duas etapas, entre fevereiro e maio de 2022. Como resultado, a maioria dos indígenas são adultos maiores de 18 anos, sendo 53,5% homens. Contudo, destaca-se a liderança feminina nas decisões sobre o território. A maioria se declara agricultor familiar, tendo como principal fonte de renda o beneficiamento da castanha do caju (Anacardiun occidentale L.). A maior parte das famílias (75,3%) vive com renda per capita de cerca de 250 reais. A insegurança alimentar estava presente na maioria das famílias, sendo 33,2% na forma leve. Verificou-se também que 39,6% da população estava com o peso adequado segundo o IMC, 52,8%, acima do peso. Conclui-se que a baixa renda obtida pelas famílias, mesmo com as políticas públicas (PPs), não é suficiente para garantir a segurança alimentar da população indígena investigada. A situação é agravada pela dificuldade de manter a atividade produtiva e falta da demarcação oficial do território.
The Efffect of Financial Ratio on Profitability with NOM and GWM as Moderating Factors of Banking Financial Ratios ( Study at NTB Syariah Bank)
Authors: AZHAR SHAFIIN AZHAR SHAFIIN , Aziz Ahmad Amir , Sanurdi Sanurdi
Published: August 2023

Profitability ratio is the main ratio in measuring the achievement of banking performance.Profitability ratio is influenced by several other ratios such as CAR, FDR, BOPO and NPF. Thisstudy examines and analyzes the effect of Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR), Financing to DepositRatio (FDR), Operating Expenses to Operating Income (BOPO) and Non Performing Financing(NPF) on the profitability of PT Bank NTB Syariah with NOM (Net Operating Margin) andMinimum Reserve Requirement (GWM) as moderating. This research is a quantitative study thatwants to reveal the effect of financial ratios on profitability. The data used is the publication reportdata of PT Bank NTB Syariah for the period 2019 to 2021. The data analysis technique in thisstudy used Partial Least Square (PLS). The results showed that CAR, BOPO, NPF had nosignificant and negative effect on ROA as indicated by the P value of 0.212, 0.505 and 0.360respectively, while FDR had a significant and positive effect on ROA as indicated by a P value of0.000. For moderator variables, namely GWM and NOM, both have no significant effect inmoderating the FDR and BOPO variables, indicated by the P value of 0.988 and 0.589,respectively.
Measurement Of The Effectiveness Level Of Zakat Distribution a Comparison Between The Zakat Colection Center in Malaysia and the national Amil Zakat agency (BAZNAS) in Indonesia
Authors: Bahri Efri Syamsul , Aslam Mohd Mizan Mohammad , Mubarok Abdullah , Wiharjo Suyadi Murdi , Wibowo Hendro
Published: August 2023

In Malaysia, the Zakat Collection Center (PPZ) plays a role in collecting zakat in three Federal Territory areas: the Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, the Labuan Federal Territory, and the Putrajaya Federal Territory. Meanwhile, the distribution of zakat is carried out by Baitulmal. Furthermore, in Indonesia, the collection and disbursement of zakat are carried out by the National Zakat Agency (BAZNAS). This study aims to compare the level of effectiveness of zakat disbursement between PPZ and BAZNAS. This study uses a quantitative method with the Allocation to Collection Ratio formula approach. The data is sourced from the summary of PPZ zakat reports and BAZNAS financial reports. Data were obtained from each entity's website for 2019-2021. The results showed that the level of effectiveness of the disbursement of PPZ zakat was 92%, and BAZNAS was 94%. It shows that the effectiveness of zakat disbursement on PPZ and BAZNAS is in the Highly Effective category. Zakat management entities worldwide need to respond to the results of this research to continuously optimize the effectiveness of zakat disbursement in the Highly Effective category. Thus, the benefit of zakat is genuinely felt by Mustahik
THE EFFECT OF FOOT EXERCISE ON THE STATUS OF LOWER EXTREMITY SENSORY NEUROPATHY IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS AT THE TANJUNGANOM HEALTH CENTER, NGANJUK REGENCY
Authors: Leili Setiawan Rosyid Leili Setiawan Rosyid
Published: August 2023

The increasing prevalence of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in both developed and developing countries so that it becomes a health problem or a global disease in society. Therefore type 2 Diabetes Mellitus can be prevented by regular exercise, healthy and regular living. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of foot exercise on the status of lower limb sensory neuropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at the Tanjunganom Health Center, Nganjuk Regency.

       The design in this study was pre-experimental with a one-group pre-posttest design approach. This research looked for the effect of foot exercise on lower limb sensory neuropathy status in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at the Tanjunganom Health Center, Nganjuk Regency, in this study involved 30 respondents using a purposive sampling technique. sampling. This research was conducted on 14 – 21 October 2022.

       From the results of the Wilcoxon test, the results obtained after foot exercise were the status of lower limb sensory neuropathy in the right limb, ρ value = 0.000 ≤ α 0.05, this indicated that there was an effect of foot exercise on lower limb sensory neuropathy status in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at the Puskesmas. Tanjunganom, Nganjuk Regency.

       In this study it was found that there was an effect of foot exercise on the status of lower extremity sensory neuropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Keywords: Foot Exercise, Lower Extremity Sensory Neuropathy, Diabetes Mellitus.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE MODEL OF PHYSICAL TRAINING ON THE EDUCATION OF POLICE OFFICER CANDIDATES
Authors:   Faculty of Security – Skopje, Ivanovski Jonche
Published: August 2023

Every country implements a specific system of police education within its educational institutions, and thus helps the police officer candidates to acquire the necessary competences, skills and knowledge through the specific implementation of the educational plans and programs. During the educational process, it is crucial to establish high quality training that would enable gradual theoretical and professional transformation of police officers, that would be focused to meet the demands arising from the complex social and security conditions in which the police profession is pursued. The Idrizovo training center of the Ministry of internal affairs implements a contemporary police educational model that is in accordance with the national and international quality standards and which serves to prepare the future police officers to professionally perform their tasks and duties. Within this educational model, a specific program for physical training is developed, that aims to provide systematic development and improvement of the basic biomotor skills within the field of martial arts. For the purpose of this study, the physical training program was tested in order to gain insights into the acquired changes and transformations of the basic biomotor abilities of the police officer candidates. Based on the analysis results of the applied statistical procedures, it was established that during the one year police officer course, positive changes of the biomotor structure of the candidates have occurred, but still, in order to meet the educational and professional quality criteria, it is necessary that the majority of candidates gain more points in the tests for bio-motor skills. Keywords: police education, police officer candidates, physical training, biomotor skills, descriptive statistical analysis
DETENTION - ANALYSIS OF THE DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL LEGISLATION (THEORY AND PRACTICE)
Authors:   International Balkan University (IBU), Trajanovska Vesna , Jovanova Natasha ,   Faculty of Security - Skopje
Published: August 2023

This paper elaborates the key role of detention in criminal proceedings and provides guidance for its successful application in accordance with the domestic and international legal standards and human rights. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of the implementation of other measures to ensure defendant’s presence and successful criminal case (hereinafter referred as alternative measures). The way in which analysis of detention is applied in North Macedonian judiciary, indicates significant deficiencies in decisions ordering and continuation of this measure expressed by inadequate explanations of the legal grounds. Namely, the conclusion is that the explanations are stereotyped, non-individualized and include a retelling of the legal text of the Law on Criminal Procedure. Inescapable impression is that the approach of judges when assessing which measure to be enforced, often begins and ends with detention, instead first evaluating the possibilities afforded by other provisions of the criminal procedural legislation and which do not lead to strictly limiting the freedom of the defendant, but they mean imposing injunctions, restrictions or obligations. The practice applied in the field of detention in North Macedonia is very common in the context of public arrests of subjects. Entities taken into custody are considered guilty since the beginning, and it is forgotten they are innocent until proven otherwise. In terms of the new law on criminal procedure, the presence of three key UNITS in deciding detention is highlighted, and those are: primary suspicion for committing a crime, explaining the grounds for granting custody and explaining why any alternative measures are not implemented. Combining alternative measures can bring results, but unfortunately in North Macedonia it is not used. Finally, this paper underlines that there must be relevant and specific 142 reasons before adoption of detention, and not making exceptions and emphasizing exaggerated and misused role of the media in the act of arresting.
High Temperatures and Tourism: Enlightenment from China
Authors: Yu Dandan , Li Shan , Chen Ning , Michael Hall , Guo Zhong Yang
Published: August 2023

Climate and its fluctuations have wide-ranging impacts on the tourism industry. High temperatures, as a typical meteorological and climatic factor, influence tourists' travel intentions and spatial behavior. This study conducted a descriptive analysis and market trend analysis of Chinese tourism during periods of high temperatures, revealing several key findings. Firstly, tourists seeking respite from summer heat exhibit a preference for short-distance trips and resource-rich destinations. Secondly, heat-escape tourism products undergo changes over time, gradually shifting towards mountainous areas and waterfront locations. Furthermore, taking Shanghai Disneyland as a case study demonstrates that the holiday system holds greater significance than temperature constraints. Despite experiencing a significant decline in the quality of their tourist experience in high-temperature environments, long-distance travelers are not deterred from choosing pre-booked tourism products by sudden bouts of hot weather.
ERA*: Enhanced Relaxed A* algorithm for Solving the Shortest Path Problem in Regular Grid Maps
Authors: Ammar Adel
Published: August 2023

This paper introduces a novel algorithm for solving the point-to-point shortest path problem in a static regular 8-neighbor connectivity (G8) grid. This algorithm can be seen as a generalization of Hadlock algorithm to G8 grids, and is shown to be theoretically equivalent to the relaxed A* (RA*) algorithm in terms of the provided solution's path length, but with substantial time and memory savings, due to a completely different computation strategy, based on defining a set of lookup matrices. Through an experimental study on grid maps of various types and sizes (1290 runs on 43 maps), it is proven to be 2.25 times faster than RA* and 17 times faster than the original A*, in average. Moreover, it is more memory-efficient, since it does not need to store a G score matrix.
Revolutionizing Biology through Neural Networks: A Deep Dive into Microscopy Image Processing and Drawings
Authors: Shah Sehar
Published: August 2023

This article explores the transformative role of neural networks in the realm of biology, particularly within microscopy image processing and illustrations. Neural networks have revolutionized cell segmentation and analysis, enabling precise delineation of cell boundaries and tracking of cellular behaviours. They excel in detecting subcellular structures, unravelling intricate organelle interactions. In 3D image reconstruction, neural networks navigate volumetric datasets, enhancing our understanding of spatial cellular architecture. These networks enhance disease diagnosis by identifying anomalies and irregularities, potentially revolutionizing early detection and classification. Moreover, neural networks restore and enhance microscopy images, unveiling hidden details. Lastly, they bridge art and science, fostering captivating biological art and enriching science communication. As neural networks evolve, they promise a future of limitless possibilities, weaving together technology, science, and art to illuminate the microscopic realm in unprecedented ways.
Prostate- Specific Antigen (PSA) Significance in Frail Men
Authors: Kostakopoulos Nikolaos , Bellos Themistoklis , Katsimperis Stamatios , Malovrouvas Evangelos , Papatsoris Athanasios
Published: August 2023

Objectives With this study we present, for the first time to the best of our knowledge, the implications of PSA tests on the lives of frail men. Methods We searched the available literature for studies analyzing the role of PSA as a screening and prognostic tool for prostatic diseases in frail men, using keywords: Prostate-specific antigen, Frailty, Prostate cancer screening, Hypogonadism and Benign Prostatic Obstruction (BPO). Results PSA in frail men with more than 15 years life expectancy can detect prostate cancer in curable stages, while it enables monitoring response to different prostate cancer treatments and follow-up of testosterone replacement for hypogonadism. PSA also predicts clinical progression of patients with BPO. However, PSA is widely being offered, without personalized patient evaluation, adding to the financial burden of healthcare systems. Conclusion A frailty assessment of men for the potential benefit of PSA tests on their quality of life can reduce unnecessary costs.
Comparative Study of IGBT and SiC MOSFET Three-Phase Inverter: Impact of Parasitic Capacitance on the Output Voltage Distortion
Authors: Poolphaka Paisak , JAMSHIDPOUR EHSAN , Lubin Thierry , Baghli Lotfi , Takorabet Noureddine
Published: August 2023

This study investigates the nonlinearities in three-phase inverters for SiC-based systems and compares their performance to IGBT-based systems. An analytical model of inverter voltage distortion is developed, which accounts not only for dead time (td), switching delay time, switching frequency (fs), and voltage drops of power devices, but also for output parasitic capacitance (Cout). Experimental tests validate the model, which provides a more accurate estimate of the inverter’s output phase voltage distortion. The power device characteristics are obtained from datasheets, while Cout is determined through experimentation. Three-phase inverters with varying switching frequencies, fundamental frequencies, and dead-time values are used in simulations and experiments to determine the influence of nonlinearity on phase voltage deviation and current distortion. The results show that, due to SiC devices’ faster switching time, the phase voltage deviation and phase current distortion are lower in SiC-based inverters than in IGBT-based ones for high-frequency applications, as the dead time can be reduced.
Using Schlieren Imaging and Radar Acoustic Sounding System for the Detection and Characterization of Close-in Air Turbulence
Authors: Gordon Samantha , Brooker Graham
Published: August 2023

This paper presents a novel sensor for the detection and characterization of regions of air turbulence that would be of use to improve UAV stability in bad weather. It consists of a combined Schlieren imager and a Radar Acoustic Sounding System (RASS) to produce dual modality “images” of air movement within the measurement volume. The ultrasound modulated Schlieren imager consists of a strobed point light source, parabolic mirror, light-block and camera which are controlled by two laptops. It provides a fine scale projection of the acoustic pulse modulated air turbulence through the measurement volume. The narrow beam 40 kHz/ 17 GHz RASS produces spectra based on Bragg enhanced Doppler radar reflections from the acoustic pulse as it travels. Tests using artificially generated air vortices showed some disruption of the Schlieren image and of the RASS spectrogram. This should allow the higher resolution Schlieren images to identify the turbulence mechanisms that are disrupting the RASS spectra.
Encapsulated Phytase Produced by Recombinant Yarrowia lipolytica Exhibits High Efficiency on Quails at Low Doses
Authors: Ovseychik Ekanerina A. , Klein Olga I. , Gessler Natalia N. , Deryabina Yulia I. , Lukashenko Valery S. , Isakova Elena P.
Published: August 2023

(1) The study using the quails of the Manchurian golden breed was aimed at the efficacy of the food supplement based on micro-incapsulated phytase of Obessumbacterium proteus in the recombinant yeast producer Yarrowia lipolytica at a dose of 500 FYT/kg of the feed. (2) The effect of the supplement in the poultry diets on the productivity of young and adult quails was assayed; (3) It was found that the keeping the quails on the diets using the microencapsulated phytase O. proteus provided the highest live weight, the highest intensity of egg production, and the slaughter yield of animals, the lowest feed conversion compared to those in control groups and the groups getting a commercial phytase supplement based on Aspergillus ficuum. Taken together the data obtained in our experiments indicate a high degree of assimilation of phytate-containing products by the quails when using the encapsulated phytase compared to both the control and commercial preparation of phytase of the PhyA class. It can be concluded that it is a highly expedient and promising supplement based on the microencapsulated phytase of class D for feeding, which shows the best kinetic features compared to the phytases of PhyA and PhyC classes when working in the chyme of the poultry.
Reduction in Arterial Stiffness Index (SI) in Response to Combination Antioxidant Therapy
Authors: Howes Laurence Guy , Unni Tanya , Hamza Ameer , Howes Jan Beatrice , Jayasinghe Satyajit Rohan
Published: August 2023

Antioxidants reduce arterial stiffness but the effects previously reported are weak. The present study evaluated the effects of 2 weeks of therapy with a combination of antioxidants (l-cysteine, thiamine, pyridoxine and ascorbic acid) compared to placebo on stiffness index (SI) a measure of arterial stiffness that is strongly correlated with central pulse wave velocity (PWV), using a Pulse Trace recorder in a diverse group of 78 volunteers. SI fell by 1.7 m/sec relative to placebo (95% confidence intervals 0.6 to 2.7 m/sec), a reduction of 19% (95% confidence intervals 9% to 31%). The Glass effect size was 1.4, indicating a very strong treatment effect which was substantially greater than found in previous studies of the effects of antioxidant therapy on arterial stiffness. The magnitude of reduction in SI was positively correlated with increasing age (r = 0.362 P = 0.02). The change in RI, a measure of compliance of small to medium size arteries, did not differ between the antioxidant and placebo groups The combination of antioxidants studied reduced PWV to a much greater extent than reported for other antioxidants. This combination may be of value in the treatment of cardiovascular disease.
Knowledge, attitude, and Practice of menstrual hygiene among faculty and students of RAK Medical and Health Sciences University
Authors: Dube Rajani , Zaidi Huma
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Background: The practice of menstrual hygiene(MH) is a public health issue and depends on various factors. Taboos and incorrect MH practices can lead to health hazards. This study aimed at assessing the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of MH among the female students and faculty of Medical and Health Sciences University.
Materials and methods: This cross-sectional questionnaire survey between February and June 2023 using consecutive sampling. Univariate analysis and comparisons were done with a significant p-value <.05.
Results: A total of 253 women participated in the study. The knowledge and practices of MH were good. There were significantly more irregular and painful periods in younger females (p=.005,.0001). 89% of women used disposable pads and least used menstrual cups. Younger women were unaware of menstrual cloth. The attitude towards menses varied, with younger females feeling annoyed (p=.002), and older females embarrassed (p=.0001) at menarche. About 1/3rd of participants perceived menstrual blood as unhygienic. Younger women were more open about talking about menses (p=.005).
Conclusion: There was good knowledge and practices of MH among participants. There were differences in menstrual history and attitude among older and younger women. The attitude and beliefs vary among the participants, due to sociocultural factors and age differences.
Selenium in Cancer Rehabilitation - A Retrospective study from a Specialized Clinic
Authors: Pfister Christina , Schoenemann Joerg
Published: August 2023

Background: Micronutrient deficiencies are common at the time of cancer diagnosis and are associated with worse prognosis. Little is known about them in cancer rehabilitation. Methods: Data from routine health related quality of life (HRQOL) were analyzed at an inpatient cancer rehabilitation center. Rehabilitation patients completed the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire before and after multidisciplinary rehabilitation treatment, and three month after discharge. Selenium and zinc status was measured in whole blood at these three time points. In case of selenium deficiency up to 600 µg selenium per day as sodium selenite was supplemented. Results: A total of 271 patients (breast, colon, and pancreatic cancer) were included in the analysis. There was clinically meaningful improvement in many domains of the EORTC QLQ-C30 during rehabilitation. However, effect often waned in the three months after. Prevalence for selenium deficiency varied between 34 to 90 percent depending on cancer type (breast < colon < pancreas). In contrast, zinc deficiency was rare. Daily selenium supplementation of 600 µg was more efficient to correct selenium deficiency compared to 300 µg selenium per day. Rehabilitation and increasing selenium status after rehabilitation were associated with improved global quality of life, physical and emotional functioning, and fatigue. In cancer patients with decreasing selenium status, values of global quality of life, physical and emotional functioning, and fatigue were back to the values at the beginning of rehabilitation. Conclusions: Selenium deficiency is common in cancer patients admitted to a cancer rehabilitation clinic. Selenium supplementation during rehabilitation effectively corrected selenium deficiency in most cases. The positive effects of rehabilitation persisted longer, when selenium status did not decrease after rehabilitation.
Experience in the Surgical Management of Children with Complicated Crohn’s Disease
Authors: Bekin Alexandr , Dyakonova Elena , Gusev Aleksey , Lokhmatov Maxim , Potapov Alexandr , Sladkov Dmitry , Yatzik Sergey , Fisenko Andrey , Pereladova Darya
Published: August 2023

Crohn's disease (CD) is a chronic, immune-mediated inflammatory bowel disease characterized by transmural damage of various parts of the gastrointestinal tract. The aim of the study is to present our experience in pre-surgical diagnosis, selection of surgical tactics and volume of intervention in different variants of gastrointestinal tract lesions and disease activity.
We undertook cross-sectional, retrospective-prospective study of 64 children who underwent surgery due to complicated CD. We analyzed CD activity via PCDAI, medications used, inflam-mation localization, and changes in mass-growth parameters at pre-surgery stage.
Three patients from the group of 44 children with two-stage surgical treatment later showed inefficacy of GEBD in post-operative period. The disease progression was revealed and, therefore, subtotal colectomy was required. Three children had secondary adhesion of surgical wounds by means of active immunosuppressive therapy at preoperative period, and five patients developed suture sinuses at post-operative period. Early adhesive intestinal obstruction was revealed in 3 (4.7%) cases, and they required re-surgery.
Personalized approach to the surgical treatment of children with complicated CD has shown its efficacy due to the small percentage of postoperative complications with re-surgery. There was significant improvement in mass-growth parameters, recovery of albumin levels, and anemia decrease in 96.9% of cases in the long-term postoperative period (6 months or more). Two children (3.1%) had the narrowing of anastomotic zone lumen, thus, without any obstruction. These cases were associated with violations in drug treatment
Enzymatic Testing for Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I in Kuwaiti Newborns: A Pilot Study Toward Newborn Screening
Authors: Alsharhan Hind , Haider Mohammad Z , Qadoura Bann , Ayed Mariam , Dhaunsi Gursev S , Alkandari Hessa
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPSI) is an autosomal recessive lysosomal storage disorder characterized by deficient or absent α-L-iduronidase (IDUA) enzyme activity due to pathogenic variants in IDUA gene. Early treatment with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and/or enzyme replacement therapy is associated with improved outcomes in this progressive multisystem disease. The diagnosis is usually delayed due to late presentation and nonspecific symptoms resulting in high morbidity and mortality. The incidence of MPSI in US is estimated to be 0.26:100,000, however, it is unknown in Kuwait. This pilot study was undertaken to screen MPSI in all Kuwaiti neonates born at Farwaniya Hospital over a period of 12-months. This study examined the incidence of MPSI in a major center in Kuwait for inclusion in the national newborn screening program to enable its early detection and adequate treatment.

Methods: All Kuwaiti neonates born at Farwaniya Hospital, Kuwait from December 2021 to December 2022, were screened for MPSI. The screening consisted of determining IDUA enzyme activity in dried blood spots (DBS)-derived samples by Tandem Mass Spectrometry. A follow-up genetic analysis of IDUA gene is planned to screen the cases with diminished IDUA enzyme activity as second-tier testing. Results: A total of 618 newborns, including 331 (54%) males and 287 (46%) females, were screened. Twenty of them had deficient IDUA enzyme activity but showed negative genetic testing for IDUA. However, we have diagnosed one additional female baby with MPSI, who belonged to Farwaniya Hospital, but the parents chose to deliver in a private hospital. She presented at age three months with recurrent upper airway infections, snoring and extensive Mongolian spots. The molecular study revealed previously reported pathogenic nonsense variant in IDUA c.1882C>T; p.(Arg628Ter), associated with severe phenotype. That being included, MPSI is estimated to be about 0.3% among tested females and 0.2% of all screened cases in Kuwait. Conclusion: Our study is the first to evaluate the incidence of MPSI in Kuwait. Given the single center, small number of screened babies and the short study duration thus far, it is premature to calculate the incidence of MPSI. It is anticipated that as the study continues and more infants are examined, we would be able to estimate the incidence of this disease in our population correctly. Further studies including screening newborns in all maternity hospitals in Kuwait are needed to calculate the actual incidence of MPSI. Our data supports including MPSI in national newborn screening program to allow early initiation of treatment and thus improve disease outcome.
Preparation of Cationic Polyacrylamide Suspension and Its Application in Oilfield Wastewater Treatment
Authors: Wei Zhongjin , Long Wenjun , Li Shaohua , Zhao Yu , Yu Siting , Zhou Fengshan
Published: August 2023

Solid particle cationic polyacrylamide (CPAM) is one of the most commonly used organic polymer flocculants in oilfield wastewater treatment, but there are some problems, such as slow dissolution rate, and easy to form a "fish-eye" in the process of diluting into aqueous solution. However, the current liquid CPAM products also have some problems, such as low effective content, poor storage stability, degradation in a short time and high preparation cost. In this paper, a secondary processing technology of solid particle CPAM was studied, and a CPAM suspension was successfully prepared. This suspension has an effective content of 50.00%, No separation in 7 days of storage at room temperature, no separation in 30 min of centrifugation at a speed of 2000 r/min, and diluted to a 0.40 % weak gel solution in just 16.00 min. For 1000 NTU of diatomite simulated wastewater, the optimal turbidity removal rate of the suspension was 99.50%, which was higher than the optimal turbidity removal rate of 98.40% for the inorganic flocculant polymeric aluminum chloride (PAC). For oil and gas field oily wastewater, the optimal turbidity removal rate of CPAM suspension was 35.60%, which was higher than the optimal turbidity removal rate of 28.40% for solid particle CPAM.
Healthy Aging: Impact of Social Interaction on Psychological Well-Being in Older Adults— Longitudinal Study
Authors: Ruperti-Lucero Erika , López-Granero Caridad , Barrasa Angel
Published: August 2023

The United Nations Organization in its agenda for 2023 approved Health and Well-being as one of the objectives of sustainable development, in this sense, Higher Education Insti-tutions contribute with interventions to improve each human process that generates a healthy life. In Latin America as well as in European countries, studies have been con-ducted to observe psychological well-being at this stage of life. The present study analyzes in a longitudinal way the psychological well-being in three times in people who attend group dynamics programs. The sample is 668 participants, with an age range between 65 and 80 years. The sample has been distributed in two analysis groups controlling for gender and age: group 1 (with group dynamics) and group 2 (without group dynamics). The Spanish adaptation of Ryff's (2006) Psychological Well-being scale α= 0.87 was ap-plied to both groups. The scale is composed of six dimensions of psychological well-being (self-acceptance, positive relationships, autonomy, mastery of the environment, purpose in life and personal growth). Statistical analyses showed significant differences between the two groups: greater psychological well-being and differences in the dimensions of positive relationships and personal growth in group 1. In addition, logistic regression analysis was carried out to test the predictive capacity of psychological well-being by the existence or not of group dynamics, with significant results in several dimensions. With the results obtained, we can conclude that group dynamics have a relevant role in con-tributing to the development of better levels of psychological well-being of the elderly with longitudinal increase in time. Future studies should be aimed at evaluating the value of group dynamics in the way of successful aging.
A Review on Non-Leaching Antibacterial Bone Cement for Orthopaedic Surgery: From Past to Current Insights
Authors: Gao Zhe , Kan Yu-Chen , Xie Yang-Hu , Guo Rui , Li Chuang , Xu Yang , Chu Jian-Jun
Published: August 2023

Antibiotic-loaded bone cements are widely used in orthopedic surgery. However, they present issues such as a short antibiotic release time and the antibiotic resistance. These challenges necessitate the development of novel antibacterial bone cements. Non-leaching bone cement containing antibacterial motifs represents a promising advancement in this direction. Antibacterial motifs are incorporated into the cement either covalently or non-covalently, and while they will not be released, they will still exhibit surface antibacterial activity. This review comprehensively examines the structure and antimicrobial activity of prevalent non-leaching antimicrobial bone cements. Additionally, it delves into the characteristics of current methods employed for detecting surface antimicrobial activity. Finally, the future research direction of non-leaching antibacterial bone cement is discussed, with a specific focus on innovative antibacterial motifs, the mechanisms underlying non-leaching antibacterial properties, and the potential synergies achievable by combining non-leaching antibacterial bone cement with traditional antibiotics.
Classical Information and Collapse in Wigner’s Friend Setups
Authors: Baumann Veronika
Published: August 2023

The famous Wigner’s friend experiment considers an observer – the friend– and a superobserver –

Wigner– who treats the friend as a quantum system and her interaction with other quantum systems as

unitary dynamics. This is at odds with the friend describing this interaction via collapse dynamics, if

she interacts with the quantum system in a way that she would consider a measurement. These different

descriptions constitute the Wigner’s friend paradox. Extended Wigner’s friend experiments combine the

original thought experiment with non-locality setups. This allows for deriving local friendliness inequalities,

similar to Bell’s theorem, which can be violated for certain extended Wigner’s friend scenarios. A Wigner’s

friend paradox and the violation of local friendliness inequalities require that no classical record exists,

which reveals the result the friend observed during her measurement. Otherwise Wigner agrees with

his friend’s description and no local friendliness inequality can be violated. In this article, I introduce

classical communication between Wigner and his friend and discuss its effects on the simple as well as

extended Wigner’s friend experiments. By controlling the properties of a (quasi) classical communication

channel between Wigner and the friend one can regulate how much outcome information about the friend’s

measurement is revealed. This gives a smooth transition between the paradoxical description and the

possibility of violating local friendliness inequalities, on the one hand, and the effectively collapsed case,

on the other hand.
Slc11 Synapomorphy: A Conserved 3D Framework Articulating Carrier Conformation Switch
Authors: Cellier Mathieu FM
Published: August 2023

Transmembrane carriers of the Slc11 family catalyze proton (H+)-dependent uptake of divalent metal-ions (Me2+) such as manganese and iron - vital elements coveted during infection. Slc11 mechanism of high affinity Me2+ cell import is selective and conserved between prokaryotic (MntH) and eukaryotic (Nramp) homologs, though processes coupling the use of the proton motive force to Me2+ uptake evolved repeatedly. Adding bacterial piracy of Nramp genes spread in distinct environmental niches suggests selective gain of function that may benefit opportunistic pathogens. To better understand Slc11 evolution Alphafold (AF2)/Colabfold (CF) 3D predictions for bacterial sequences from sister clades of eukaryotic descent (MCb and MCg) were compared using both native and mutant templates. AF2/CF model an array of native MCb intermediates spanning the transition from outward open (OO) to inward open (IO) carrier. In silico mutagenesis targeting i) a set of (evolutionary coupled) sites that may define Slc11 function (putative synapomorphy), and ii) residues from networked communities evolving during MCb transition, indicate Slc11 synapomorphy primarily instructs Me2+-selective conformation switch which unlocks carrier inner gate, and contributes to Me2+ binding site occlusion and outer gate locking. Inner gate opening apparently proceeds from interaction between transmembrane helix (h) h5, h8 and h1a. MCg1 xenologs revealed marked differences in carrier shape and plasticity, owing partly to altered intramolecular H+-network. Yet, targeting Slc11 synapomorphy also converted MCg1 IO models to OO state, apparently mobilizing the same residues to control gates. But MCg1 response to mutagenesis differed, extensive divergence within this clade correlating with MCb-like modeling properties. Notably, MCg1 divergent epistasis marks emergence of the genus Bordetella-Achromobacter. Slc11 synapomorphy localizes to the 3D areas that deviate least among MCb and MCg1 models (either IO or OO) implying it constitutes a 3D network of residues articulating Me2+-selective carrier conformation switch which is maintained in fast evolving clades at the cost of divergent epistatic interactions impacting carrier shape and dynamics.
La vanguardia literaria en el Paso del Norte: la incidencia de la UACJ
Authors: Salazar Mendoza Margarita
Published: August 2023

La Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez creó en 1998 el Programa de Literatura, el cual ha madurado y repercutido ineludiblemente en el ambiente cultural de la ciudad. Entre sus egresados, se distingue un grupo de jóvenes que nació a finales del siglo XX y que ha publicado obras en las que muestran los conocimientos adquiridos en los estudios formales. Se les puede considerar un movimiento de vanguardia en la región.
La danza y la religiosidad popular: Los matachines de Ciudad Juárez
Authors: Córdova Ortega Daniela Guadalupe
Published: August 2023

La expresión de sentimientos, emociones y sensaciones mediante el cuerpo es un recurso recurrente cuando las palabras no alcanzan a materializar la significatividad del momento. Por tanto, la danza se considera como una forma de comunicación cuya alta potencialidad expresiva permite que se lleve a cabo el proceso de semiosis ilimitada del que hablan Peirce y Eco, en el que el signo danza es entendido como un instante, que “no se puede interpretar […] sin traducirlo a otros signos —sean o no del mismo sistema semiótico—” (Zeccheto et al., 2005, p. 205). Por ende, la danza ofrece una amplia gama de respuestas interpretativas, tanto para quien la ejecuta como para quien la observa. Por tanto, la conexión entre la religiosidad y la danza no es arbitraria, pues ambas son el medio que permite la enunciación de creencias e ideologías que van más allá de la comprensión habitual de los individuos.
Estructuras sociales e históricas generadoras de violencia en la sierra Tarahumara
Authors: Rodríguez López Abel
Published: August 2023

El objetivo del presente artículo es aportar elementos de análisis para comprender que la violencia en la sierra Tarahumara está fundada en estructuras sociales de carácter histórico y que estas, a su vez, son generadas por prácticas sociales construidas a partir de diferentes sistemas de esquemas de comportamiento que crean distintas estrategias de acción en los diferentes agentes sociales (Bourdieu, 1987). Esto se observa, en primer lugar, a partir del presente etnográfico que muestra cómo las prácticas y las estructuras sociales se retroalimentan mutuamente. Esta observación se completa, en segundo lugar, a través de un breve recorrido histórico que da cuenta de cómo esa retroalimentación entre prácticas y estructuras sociales es añeja y explica en parte la actual naturalización de la violencia en la región.