bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How time pressure modulates individual differences in the functional connectivity of chunk memory in chess games
Authors: Leong Chan Tat , Lin Yu Wen , Zhang Juan , Yuan Zhen
Published: June 2023

Previous studies on the chess game demonstrated that chess experts strongly rely on the activation of memory chunks to manifest accurate decision-making. Although the chunk memory might be affected by temporal constraints, it is unclear why the performance of chess experts is not significantly dropped under time pressure. In this study, the underlying cognitive neural mechanism was carefully inspected by accessing the chess game performance between 20 local experienced and 20 inexperienced chess players with 1-minute and 5-minute time constraints. In addition, functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) recordings were carried out for each individual from the two groups while playing a 1-minute or 5-minute chess game. It was discovered that under temporal constraints, players exhibited different patterns of functional connectivity in frontal-parietal regions, suggesting that temporal stress can enhance segmentation processes in chess games. In particular, the experienced group exhibited significantly enhanced functional connectivity networks under time pressure including the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, inferior frontal gyrus, supramarginal gyrus, and postcentral gyrus, which demonstrated the important role of the segmentation process for experienced players under time pressure. Our study found that experienced players were able to enhance recall, reorganize and integrate chunks to improve chess performance under time pressure.
The Effect of Age and Sex on Ocular Parameters Associated With Smartphone Use Among Students in Malawi: a Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Chikuse Masautso , Mzumara Thokozani , Afonne Joseph , Banda Owen
Published: June 2023

Background
Globally, the usage of digital screens is on the rise. Students are among the most users of smartphones in pursuit of academic endeavors. However, digital screens can increase the incidence of various ocular problems.
Aim
The aim of the study was to examine changes associated with accommodation parameters following the usage of smartphone use among university students.
Methods
This was a cross-sectional study conducted at Mzuzu University. We recruited 77 undergraduate students using a stratified random sampling technique. Then, we measured AF and AA before and after using a smartphone for 30 minutes while reading N8 optotypes held at 40 cm. We measured AA using the pushup method and recorded the result in diopters and AF using flippers and recorded cycles per second. We entered the data in SPSS version 25. Paired t-test was used to investigate pre and post-smartphone use measurements. We ran a person correlation test to analyze the relationship between age and change in parameters. A one-way ANOVA was used to analyze the association with gender. We considered the value of p < 0.05 statistically significant.
Results
The change between pre and post-smartphone use was statistically significant across all parameters. According to age, all the parameters increased significantly with an increase in age. However, there was no significant association with gender across all parameters.
Conclusion
Smartphone usage has an effect on the amplitude of accommodation and accommodative changes. The effect of smartphones on accommodation parameters increases with increasing age. Nevertheless, there are no gender-related differences in accommodative changes following smartphone use. Therefore, elderly users of digital devices in universities should visit eye care practitioners for a full eye examination to enable a better experience with digital devices.
Towards sustainable development – increasing public participation by simplifying water quality data presentation in the form of Eco-Heart Index
Authors: Samnani Prakash , Parmar Himakshi
Published: June 2023

This study applies the new user-friendly and sustainable community-based water quality index known as Eco-Heart Index for monitoring and assessing water quality. Eco-Heart considers six parameters, resulting in a pictorial output in the shape of a heart. A full heart indicates excellent water quality, whereas a broken heart indicates poor water quality. This investigation used six parameters namely, pH, dissolved oxygen, phosphate, nitrate, turbidity, and faecal coliform, for determining the status of a water body. Four water bodies in the city of Vadodara were analyzed using the index to see where they fell on a scale of pollution severity. Based on the Eco-Heart dataset of 3 years, it was found that the lakes in which broken hearts occurred ranged from a shrinking heart to a deformed heart. The obtained results were compared with the widely used National Sanitation Foundation water quality index to validate the data, which showed a moderately positive correlation. Survey documentation for the applicability of the Index on ground level was also carried out using Cronbach Alpha showing a positive response of people for use of Eco- Heart Index indicating that Eco-Heart Index can be used as an alternative, easy, and sustainable tool for assessing water bodies.
The relationships between ACE I/D and ACTN3 R577X genetic polymorphisms and the response to short-term high-altitude exercise training
Authors: Liu Tao
Published: June 2023

Evidence strongly shows that ACE I/D and ACTN3 R577X genetic polymorphisms are closely related to outstanding exercise performance. This study explored the relationships between the two polymorphisms and the response to short-term high-altitude exercise training. 49 young Han nationality male subjects who were newcomers to high-altitude were selected. At 3200-m high-altitude, the subjects were trained for 4 weeks, and 30-m × 2 snake run, pull-up, sit-up and 3000-m run were tested before and after training. ACE gene was grouped by II and ID + DD genotypes, and ACTN3 gene was grouped by RR and RX + XX genotypes. Results showed that the performances of ACE ID + DD groups were both slight lower than II groups in pull-up and sit-up before training, while no differences after adjusting for covariates (age, body mass index and pre-training baseline) after training. No differences existed between the groups in 30-m × 2 snake run and 3000-m run, whether before training or after training. No ACE gene × training interactions were found in all exercise indicators. For ACTN3 gene, no significances were observed. Results suggest that ACE I/D polymorphism maybe have slight effect on the response to short-term high-altitude strength training. The discussion on the results implies that enough training duration and intensity are probably important in achieving significant gene × training interaction, and there may be the difference of gender in the interaction for ACTN3 gene.
ROLE OF ALBUMIN INDUCED-VOLUME EXPANSION THERAPY FOR CEREBRAL VASOSPASM IN ANEURYSMAL SUBARACHNOID HEMORRHAGE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: Ali Arshad , Rajeswaran Arun Babu , Shaikh Nisar , Al-rumaihi Ghaya , Al-sulaiti Ghanem
Published: June 2023

Background
This study reviews the effect of albumin-induced volume expansion therapy on symptomatic vasospasm and clinical outcome in aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) and evaluates the outcomes to those associated with use of albumin among the comparison groups.
Methods
Computer searches carried out from the Scopus, Medline, Embase, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, and Internet documents; hand searching of medical journals; and review of reference lists. Randomized, controlled trials (RCT) and observational studies comparing albumin therapy in combination or alone with crystalloid therapy for treatment of cerebral vasospasm in aneurysmal SAH.
Results
Out of total 1078 searches, one RCT (published in two articles) and one observational (retrospective) study were included for final analysis. In RCT, albumin used for volume expansion therapy with a baseline crystalloid regime and comparison made between hypervolemic and normovolemic groups and it showed no beneficial effects for symptomatic vasospasm and clinical outcomes based on GOS. Also, use of albumin showed a tendency for sodium retention with lowering of GFR to avoid fluid overload manifestations. The retrospective study results between albumin versus non-albumin groups (crystalloids only) supported improved outcomes in former with lower in-hospital mortality. Cardio-respiratory complications were equivocal in RCT and increased in non-albumin group in retrospective study. Meta-analysis was not conducted due to heterogeneity of data.
Conclusion
Albumin-induced volume expansion therapy for cerebral vasospasm does not have substantiative evidence to improve cerebral vasospasm and clinical outcome in aneurysmal SAH. Studies with well-designed RCT’s are required to compare the use of albumin for volume expansion therapy versus standard fluid management using crystalloids to mitigate the scarcity of published data.
Parental stress and child stimulation practices: examining associations with child developmental outcomes over time in Kenya and Zambia
Authors: Okelo Kenneth , Murray Aja Louise , King Josiah , Kitsao-Wekulo Patricia , Onyango Silas , Nampijja Margaret , Auyeung Bonnie
Published: June 2023

Background
Parental stress often arises when parenting demands exceed the expected and actual resources available for the parents to succeed in the parenting role. Parental stress is an important contributor to parent-child relationships. This in turn affects opportunities to engage their children in stimulating activities which could improve children’s development outcomes. However, limited evidence exists from sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) on the association between parental stress, caregiving practices and child developmental outcomes.
Methods
The findings reported in this paper were derived from data collected through previously conducted longitudinal nurturing care evaluation studies in Kisumu and Nairobi Counties in Kenya, and Chisamba District in Zambia. A total of 341 caregivers and their children who participated in the three rounds of data collection were included in this study. A Random Intercept Cross-Lagged Panel model (RI-CLPM) was used to determine the association between caregivers’ parenting stress, child stimulation practices, and child developmental outcomes.
Results
The findings showed that caregiver stimulation practices were positively associated with children’s developmental outcomes. The findings on the associations between parental stress and caregiver’s stimulation practices and children’s developmental outcomes were not universally supported.
Conclusion
The findings show that improved caregiver stimulation practices are likely to improve children’s developmental outcomes. The policy implications of the findings from this study focus on improving parenting practices by addressing predictors of parental stress. This includes creating awareness and subsidising childcare services to alleviate the costs related to childcare.
Trial registration
PACTR20180774832663
Quality of life assessment and its relationship with fatigue symptom, demographic and clinical factors in rheumatoid arthritis Polish patients
Authors: Kozłowska Katarzyna Anna , Formanowicz Dorota , Bączyk Grażyna
Published: June 2023

The variety of clinical symptoms occurring during rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may reduce patients' quality of life. Hence, the study aimed to assess RA patients’ quality of life and determine its relationship with fatigue, demographic and clinical factors. The study group consisted of 128 RA patients diagnosed according to ACR/EULAR criteria and treated in rheumatology departments. The Polish version of the Arthritis Impact Measurement Scales-2 (AIMS-2) scale was used to assess the quality of life. The Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy - Fatigue Scale was used to assess the symptom of fatigue. The analyzed variables were sex, age, pharmacological treatment, arthritis pain, morning stiffness, hemoglobin, C-reactive protein (CRP), rheumatoid factor (RF), Ritchie Articular Index, and DAS28 disease activity. In the AIMS-2 scale, the patients had the lowest quality of life in the following subscales: arthritis pain (average 6.25 ± 2.52 points), walking and bending (average 5.63 ± 2.71 points), and emotional tension (average 4.99 ± 1.92 points); while patients presented the highest quality of life for the following subscales: support from family and friends (average 1.39 ± 2.21 points) and self-care (average 2.11 ± 2.45 points). There was a correlation between the level of quality of life and age (r = 0.24), morning stiffness (r = 0.45), CRP concentration (r = 0.29), joint tenderness (r = 0.34), and disease activity (r = 0.39). Increasing the values of parameters such as arthritis pain, disease activity, morning stiffness, and CRP level may cause a decrease in the level of quality of life. Assessment of the quality of life should be a permanent element of assessing patients with RA.
PENGEMBANGAN BADAN USAHA MILIK DESA (BUMDES) BERBASIS POTENSI LOKAL SEBAGAI PENGGERAK EKONOMI DESA
Authors: Pradani Rizki Febri Eka
Published: June 2023

Dapat di pastikan apapun bentuk setiap program pembangunan dari pemerintah akan selalu bermuara ke desa. Meskipun demikian, pembangunan desa masih memiliki berbagai permasalahan, seperti adanya desa terpencil atau terisolir dari pusat-pusat pembangunan (Centre of excellent). Masih minimnya prasarana social ekonomi serta penyebaran jumlah tenaga kerja produktif yang tidak seimbang, termasuk tingkat produktivitas, tingkat pendapatan masyarakat dan tingkat pendidikan yang relatif masih rendah. Semua itu pada akhirnya berkontribusi pada kemiskinan penduduk. Pada pasal 81 No 3 menyatakan bahwa pelaksanaan pembangunan desa yang berorientasi pada potensi lokal dilakukan dengan memanfaatkan kearifan lokal dan sumber daya alam desa. Peraturan pemerintah yang tertuang dalam UU tersebut bukan hanya semata-mata untuk meningkatkan perekonomian yang ada pada desa, namun menciptakan desa yang mandiri dan desa yang maju melalui kekayaan alam yang dimiliki oleh desa tersebut tanpa merusak atau mengekploitasinya. Dalam hal peningkatan pembangunan desa seperti yang dijelaskan di atas, serta dalam hal peningkatan pemberdayaan masyarakat desa, maka UU Desa juga memberikan kesempatan bagi desa untuk membuat sebuah Badan Usaha Milik Desa. Badan Usaha milik Desa ini sering kali disebut BUMDES adalah badan usaha yang seluruh atau sebagian besar modalnya dimiliki oleh desa melalui penyertaan secara langsung yang berasal dari kekayaan desa yang dipisahkan guna mengelola aset, jasa pelayanan, dan usaha lainnya untuk sebesar-besarnya kesejahteraan masyarakat
The WIMP paradigm: Theme and variations
Authors: Feng Jonathan L.
Published: June 2023

WIMPs, weakly-interacting massive particles, have been leading candidates for particle dark matter for decades, and they remain a viable and highly motivated possibility. In these lectures, I describe the basic motivations for WIMPs, beginning with the WIMP miracle and its under-appreciated cousin, the discrete WIMP miracle. I then give an overview of some of the basic features of WIMPs and how to find them. These lectures conclude with some variations on the WIMP theme that have by now become significant topics in their own right and illustrate the richness of the WIMP paradigm.
A MINI REVIEW ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INNOVATIVE GAMING TECHNOLOGY IN PROMOTING WEIGHT LOSS AMONG ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN WITH OBESITY
Authors:   Physical Therapy Department, School of Allied Medical Sciences, San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines, 8000., A.G Alovera , G.C Lozada ,   Physical Therapy Department, School of Allied Medical Sciences, San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines, 8000., R. Mortalla ,   Physical Therapy Department, School of Allied Medical Sciences, San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines, 8000., P.L Sandico ,   Physical Therapy Department, School of Allied Medical Sciences, San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines, 8000., M.C Yu ,   Physical Therapy Department, School of Allied Medical Sciences, San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines, 8000.
Published: June 2023

Background: Obesity is quickly turning into a global pandemic that affect children, adolescents, and adults. The two most common contributing variables such as a poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle may be the cause of this. Due to the fact that children and teenagers are more likely to engage in play activities, physical activity using games as exercise is an important technique to prevent and treat obesity in these populations. Objective: The aim of this paper is to gather data to assess the efficacy of various innovative technologies being used and determine whether using these technologies as therapies for pediatric obesity is feasible. Methods: The usefulness of cutting-edge gaming technology in reducing incidence was evaluated in this journal review by analysis and investigation of pertinent subjects, journal articles, and studies. To display research publications from 2012 to the present, the search criteria were created. The search started on February 10, 2023 and the following websites published articles and journal reviews were used to compile related literature: 1. Google Scholar 2. PubMed 3. ResearchGate. Additionally, reliable supporting websites that presented pertinent ideas regarding the subject were included in the search. Results: By developing games such as those based on neurocognitive characteristics that emphasize self-regulation, as well as the more recent programs that include the use of artificial intelligence that are addressing the many causes of obesity, the use of innovative gaming technology in addition to traditional exercise can help promote fitness, wellness, and optimal health among younger age groups. Conclusion: According to the publications under consideration, technology has enormous potential for managing and preventing both childhood and adolescent obesity. These studies offer compelling evidence of how technology can be used to control obesity and its subsequent comorbidities.
MODELING OF THE WATER ADSORPTION ISOTHERM OF MANGO SLICES (MANGIFERA INDICA L.) DRIED UNDER HOT AIR
Authors:   Laboratoire des Procedes Industriels de Syntheses de lEnvironnement et des Energies Nouvelles (LAPISEN), INPHB, Departement GCAA, BP 1083 Yamoussoukro, RCI., Verdier Abouo N. ,   Laboratoire de Biotechnologie, Agriculture et Valorisation des Ressources Biologiques (LBAVRB), UFHB/UFR Biosciences, 22 BP 582 Abidjan 22, RCI., Ernest Kakou K. ,   Laboratoire des Procedes Industriels de Syntheses de lEnvironnement et des Energies Nouvelles (LAPISEN), INPHB, Departement GCAA, BP 1083 Yamoussoukro, RCI., Edwige Akoa E. ,   Laboratoire de Biotechnologie, Agriculture et Valorisation des Ressources Biologiques (LBAVRB), UFHB/UFR Biosciences, 22 BP 582 Abidjan 22, RCI., Emmanuel Assidjo N. ,   Laboratoire des Procedes Industriels de Syntheses de lEnvironnement et des Energies Nouvelles (LAPISEN), INPHB, Departement GCAA, BP 1083 Yamoussoukro, RCI.
Published: June 2023

The general objective of this work is to contribute to the reduction of post-harvest losses of mangoes by the transformation into stable dried products.This research aims to determine the best storage conditions for dried mangoes.Thus, the water adsorption isotherms of mango slices dried under hot air were experimentally determined by the static thermogravimetric method at 25Ã‚Â°C.Eight mathematical models from the literature were used (GAB, BET, Hasley, Henderson, Harking and Dura, Oswin, Chung and Pfost, Smith) to describe the hygroscopic behavior of dried mango slices.Regression analysis was performed using MatLab R2016a software to determine the coefficients, model parameters and statistical parameters of the smoothing.The results revealed that the equilibrium is obtained from 35 days for the two samples and the adsorption isotherms determined are of type II characterized by a sigmoidal shape.In addition, the three-parameter (GAB) model showed good agreement with the experimental data (r= 0.999 and 0.997 respectively for slices with thicknesses of 1cm and 1.5cm) at 25Ã‚Â°C.The water content of the mono-molecular layer is 2.295% at 25Ã‚Â°C for the 1cm slices and 2.289% at 25Ã‚Â°C for the 1.5cm slices.The net isosteric heat of adsorption tends towards zero for high water contents (0.052KJ/mol at 44.472% water).The linearity between enthalpy (net isosteric heat) and differential entropy of adsorption shows their compensation.
CLINICO-EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PROFILE AND EVIDENCE BASED MANAGEMENT OF RECURRENT MISCARRIAGES IN A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE
Authors: Navya Gosula , Raghuwanshi Neethika , Chavan Rohidas
Published: June 2023

Methodology:An observational prospective study was conducted on 100 patients. 100 patients with recurrent pregnancy losses were studied. Study was conducted after ethical clearance by ethical committee. Counselling, Education And Informed Consent Accurate and realistic information about chances of a successful pregnancy was given depending on the number of losses. Women were seen in the intercurrent phase between pregnancies and at this visit, a thorough clinical history was recorded and an investigation protocol was followed to exclude known associations with recurrent miscarriage. Discussion: Early pregnancy loss, also known as miscarriage or Spontaneous abortion, is the loss of a clinical pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation (18 weeks following conception), or, in cases when gestational age is uncertain, the loss of an embryo or foetus weighing less than 400 gm. Therefore molar, biochemical , and ectopic pregnancies are excluded. It is a rather frequent occurrence, occurring in 15% to 25% of pregnancies and becoming more prevalent as the mothers age increases. In fact, the risk is between 9% and 12% for women under the age of 35, but it rises to 50% for those over the age of 40. Different societies have employed a variety of nomenclatures. Because the causes of each type of miscarriage can vary, the term miscarriage can also refer to the loss of an embryo, also known as a early miscarriage, which occurs before 10 weeks of gestation and foetal loss, which occurs after 10 weeks. International societies have different definitions of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), which has been a subject of much discussion. RPL is defined as three successive pregnancy losses, including nonvisualized ones, by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists7 and the European Society for Human Reproduction and Embryology4,6, respectively. The American Society for Reproductive Medicine, however, de fines it as two or more clinical pregnancy losses (verified by ultrasonography or histopathologic study), albeit they dont have to be consecutive. RPL is a significant concern for reproductive health because it affects 2% to 5% of marriages.2,7 Because o f the various definitions and criteria applied, as well as the characteristics of the populations, the incidence of RPL differs significantly between reports. While secondary RPL refers to multiple losses in a woman who has already given birth to a child beyond 20 weeks of gestation, primary RPL describes multiple losses in a woman who has never previously given birth to a live baby. Multiple pregnancies lost in between healthy pregnancies are referred to be secondary RPL.
KNOWLEDGE OF SHRIMPS COMPOSITION AND THEIR IMPLICATION IN FOOD SECURITY IN DRYLAND AREA IN BURKINA FASO (WEST AFRICA)
Authors:   Laboratoire de Biologie et Ecologie Animales, Unite de Formation et de Recherche en Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, Universite Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso., Idrissa Kabore , Boudnoma Laetitia Kabore ,   Laboratoire de Biologie et Ecologie Animales, Unite de Formation et de Recherche en Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, Universite Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso., Victor Bance ,   Laboratoire de Biologie et Ecologie Animales, Unite de Formation et de Recherche en Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, Universite Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso.,   Centre Universitaire de Manga/Universite Norbert ZONGO, Burkina Faso., Lassane Sawadogo ,   Laboratoire de Biologie et Ecologie Animales, Unite de Formation et de Recherche en Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, Universite Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso., Adama Oueda ,   Laboratoire de Biologie et Ecologie Animales, Unite de Formation et de Recherche en Sciences de la Vie et de la Terre, Universite Joseph KI-ZERBO, Burkina Faso.
Published: June 2023

In West Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso, shrimp are an important natural resource with high economic and nutritional value for rural populations. However, the knowledge of shrimp composition and their potential use in fisheries are still very limitedin Burkina Faso. To fill this gap,we examined the shrimps composition and addressed their potentiality in fisheries, and for farming in Burkina Faso. To do so, keys environmental variables were measured, and shrimp were collected using a hand net and a cast net, and identified using taxonomic manuals and keys. From our findings, seven species belonged to genus (Macrobrachium) were identified, with two more species reported for the first time in Burkina Faso. The results showed that dryland lakesbear a high shrimps species richness due to good habitats conditions, and many efforts need to be done to boost shrimps production, both artificially and naturally in rural areas of Burkina Faso,where hunger and malnutrition are the recurrent issues.Thus, the implementation of water resources policy by promotingcrustaceans fisheries, encouragingscientific researches and providing technical and financial supportsmightbe the future challenges for scientists and policy makersto boost shrimp fisheries and cultivation for the well-being of poor population in rural areas.
ROLE OF ANTI-MULLERIAN HORMONE (AMH) IN ASSESSMENT OF THE POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME (PCOS) SEVERITY A REVIEW
Authors:   Family Medicine -Senior Registrar, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia., K. Alenazy Rehab , Alsuwaidan Salem ,   Research Consultant, KSMC Research Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia., Asiri Mufarih ,   Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, KSMC, Saudi Arabia., M. Alsarrah Nawt ,   Family Medicine Resident, KSMC, Saudi Arabia., M. Alanazi Blqees ,   Family Medicine Resident, KSMC, Saudi Arabia., H. Alanazi Nour ,   Family Medicine Resident, KSMC, Saudi Arabia., H. Alanazi Reem ,   Family Medicine Resident, KSMC, Saudi Arabia.
Published: June 2023

Introduction:The hormone anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) is produced by granulosa cells in the ovary and has emerged as a potential biomarker for PCOS. The AMH value increases in proportion to the severity of PCOS thus, serum levels of AMH may be a marker for polycystic ovary syndrome and have a diagnostic role in determining the severity of PCOS. Aim: to determine PCOS severity based on the current available literature of the role of AMH. Methods: PubMed, Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane Library were used to conduct this systematic review. Key terms related to POS severity, as well as AMH as an indicator of POS severity, were used to find related studies published between January 2018 and January 2023. Abstracts from all related articles addressing the role of AMH in POS severity assessment were included and reviewed. Results: Ten articles were included, and serum AMH levels were significantly higher in PCOS cases than in controls in the seven included case-control studies. Other studies discovered that AMH levels were strongly related to both sonographic markers studied and mean ovarian volume. Other studies discovered a significant increase in serum AMH levels in PCOS patients, as well as a statistically significant decrease in AMH levels after PCOS treatment. Conclusion: There is evidence that AMH contributes to the severity of PCOS and plays a critical role in PCOS pathophysiology. More experimental research is needed to better understand the AMH-related pathophysiology of PCOS, which could lead to the development of new treatments for this condition.
PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF PODOPHYLLUM HEXANDRUM ROYLE: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Authors:   PGScholar,DepartmentofDravyaguna,A&UTibbiaCollegeandHospital,NewDelhi., Sharma Yashika , Sharma Rajesh ,   AssociateProfessorandHOD,DepartmentofDravyaguna,A&UTibbiaCollegeandHospital,NewDelhi.
Published: June 2023

Podophyllum hexandrum Royle is an endemic and endangered valuable medicinal plantspeciescharacterisedasherbaceousandrhizomatousperennial.Thegeographicalpresence of Podophyllum hexandrum Royle spans over the Himalayas at an altitude rangingfrom 2000 to 4000 m above Mean Sea Level. With a long history of usage in traditionalmedicine, it has been exercised as an intestinal purgative, an inhibitor of tumour growth andasalvefornecroticandinfectedwounds.Manysecondarymetabolites,suchasPodophyllotoxin,havebeenreportedtobe extracted from the plant, which possessesanti-tumourpropertiestotreattesticularandlung cancer.TheextensiveexploitationofPodophyllumhexandrum Royle in regions of the Himalayashasledtoadeclineinthefrequencyofthespeciesinthepastfewyears.Thiscomprehensive review article aims to facilitate an updated overview of the pharmacologicalproperties of Podophyllum hexandrum Royle including its anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory,anti-microbial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant, and radio-protective effects. This article reviews themedicinal, phytochemical, pharmacological, ethnobotanical and cultivation-related aspects oftheplant.
HAEMOPHILUSINFLUENZAE TYPE B MENINGITIS REVEALING HYPOGAMMAGLOBULINEMIA IN A VACCINATED CHILD
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco., Taher F. , Alaoui H. ,   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco., Elfakiri K. ,   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco., Rada N. ,   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco., Draiss G. ,   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco., Bouskraoui M. ,   Department of Pediatrics A, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Unit, Mohammed VI University Hospital, Marrakesh, Morocco.
Published: June 2023

Haemophilusinfluenzae type b (Hib) meningitis is a major therapeutic emergency, and its incidence has been significantly reduced by vaccination.We report the case of a 4-year-old girl vaccinated against Hib, hospitalized for Haemophilus influenza type b meningitis revealed by a febrile meningeal syndrome and having revealed a hypogammaglobulinemia. The child was treated with antibiotic therapy associated with corticosteroid therapy and immunoglobulin substitution with a good evolution. Through this observation we conclude that the assessment of the immune deficiency must be systematically proposed in front of a neuromeningeal infection with Hib.
TIMOLOL IN CAPILLARY HEMANGIOMA IN INFANT
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Baroda Medical College., V. Damor Mayur , S. Bhati Moninder ,   2nd Year Resident Baroda Medical College., K. Dangi Richa ,   Senior Dentist, Karnavati school of Dentistry., P. Modi Divya ,   2nd Year Resident, Baroda Medical College.
Published: June 2023

Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of topical timolol in the management of periocular capillary hemangioma. Objective: Efficacy of Timolol in Capillary Hemangioma Methods: A prospective study was performed in 48 consecutive patients with periocularhemangioma. 24 patients underwent topical timolol and Next 24 patientreceived lubricating eye drops topical as a control group.The size of the lesion was measured serially every week during the first month, every 2 weeks for the second month, and then monthly for another 4 months. Therefractive statusand degree of ptosis if present were measured before and at the end of the study. Results: There was reduction in the size of hemangioma, astigmatic error, and degree of ptosisin both the groups. The difference in outcome between two groups was statistically significant. Rebound growth occurred in 22.22% of the group Using timolol and 37.51% of the control group. No adverse effects were reported during or after topical timolol. Conclusion: Topical timolol may have good efficacy fortreatment of infantile periocular hemangioma.
CHONDROSARCOME COSTAL REVELE PAR UNE TUMEUR DU SEIN : A PROPOS DUN CAS ET REVUE DE LA LITTERATURE
Authors: Jarroug Achraf , Bouzida Mounia , Asmouki Hamid , Msougar Yassine , Soummani Abderraouf
Published: June 2023

Les chondrosarcomes sont des tumeurs mesenchymateuses cartilagineuses rares. Certaines tumeurs de la paroi thoracique peuvent poser un diagnostic differentiel avec le cancer du sein. Nous presentons le cas dune femme de 60 ans atteinte dun chondrosarcome de la cinquieme cote droite, mimant a un cancer du sein. Une resection complete avec reparation de la paroi thoracique a ete realisee et a donne de bons resultats pronostiques. La resection chirurgicale complete et la reconstruction de la paroi thoracique sont les principaux traitements de cette forme de chondrosarcome.
METAL, PAPER, AND RUBBER WASTE MANAGEMENT SCENARIO A CASE STUDY OF KHULNA CITY
Authors:   Senior Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering, North Western University, Khulna, Bangladesh., Mahadi Hashan Md. , Asadujjaman M. ,   Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering, North Western University, Khulna, Bangladesh., Shahidul Islam Md. ,   Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering, North Western University, Khulna, Bangladesh.
Published: June 2023

Because of modern day overpopulation, rapid industrial and lifestyle growth, and Khulna citys geographic location, natural resource consumption is rising while their availability is deteriorating. This paper has been designed with an attempt to inform the policymakers of Bangladesh regarding the potential of waste management and recycling as a renewable source of energy. Due to economic and environmental initiatives, metal, paper, and rubber waste recycling rates continue to rise.The total daily waste collection volume considering four areas of the city (Fulbarigate, Khalishpur, Sheikhpara, and Zero Point) was found to be9.91tons. Its daily output is made up of metal (7.1tons), paper (2.2tons), and rubber (0.59tons). The substantial amount of these components in Khulnas waste composition emphasizes the significance of frequent collection and disposal.The current daily market value of this waste has been estimated to be BDT 4,36,879 in total. Each year, the income is close to BDT 160million.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF LAPAROSCOPIC APPENDICECTOMY VERSUS OPEN APPENDICECTOMY IN TERMS OF DURATION OF SURGERY,LENGTH OF HOSPITAL STAY,RESUMPTION OF DIET, POST OPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS IN THANJAVUR MEDICAL COLLEGE A PROSPECTIVE STUDY
Authors: Vigneshwaran M.S. S.
Published: June 2023

Introduction: Appendicitis is most common intra abdominal condition requiring emergency surgery. The life time rate of appendicectomy is 12% for men and 25% in women, with approximately 7% of all people undergoing appendicectomy for acute appendicitis during their lifetime. Laparoscopic appendicectomy combines the advantages of treatment and diagnosis in one procedure with the least morbidity3. Patients are likely to have less post operative pain and to be discharged from hospital and return to regular activities quicker than those who underwent an open appendicectomy Methodology: Patients admitted in surgical wards, with clinical diagnosis of acute or recurrent appendicitis for a period of one year. The following parameters were observed between the two procedures. Duration of procedure ,Postoperative pain,Duration of surgery in minutes, Postoperative complications and wound infection, Post operative length of hospital stay in number of days, Resumption of diet. Results: The gold standard treatment for acute appendicitis is appendicectomy. Though open appendicectomy remains gold standard, nowadays laparoscopic appendicectomy has gained a lot of importance now. Laparoscopic appendicectomy9 is equally safe and less postoperative pain and morbidity as compared to open appendicectomy. Laparoscopic appendicectomy is a useful procedure for reducing the hospital stay, return to work early, less complications encountered. With better training now in minimal access surgery now, laparoscopy has been popular now. Conclusion: On analysing the data, we found a definite difference in outcome between open and laparoscopic appendicectomy in consecutively selected patients. The laparoscopic appendicectomy was better than the open appendicectomy with respect to pain, postoperative complications like vomiting, and wound infection rate. Postoperative recovery was good in respect with duration of hospital stay, resumption of diet. The only drawback of laparoscopic appendicectomy was with the duration of surgery. However with the above mentioned advantages outweighs the time drawback for laparoscopic appendicectomy. Overall laparoscopic appendicectomy is better than open appendicectomy in selected patients with acute or recurrent appendicitis.
IMPACT OF URBANIZATION IN CHENNAI
Authors:   Asst. Professor, Dept.of Geography, Bharathi Womens College (A), Chennai-108, TN, India., Sujatha P. , Shirisha PVS Jai ,   Final Year, MBBS, TrichySRMMedicalCollegeHospital&ResearchCentre,Irungalur,Trichyâ€“621105., Nivash J. Krishna ,   Student,B.E.,Dept.ofElectronicCommunication,SathyabamaUniversity(Deemed),Chennai., Janardhanam P.V.S. ,   Head-IT,LYCATECH.,Chennai.
Published: June 2023

Urbanization in India is more rapid around the major cities in India.Increase in industrial activities, population both endemic and floatingand vehicular population etc. have led to a number of environmentalproblems,oneofthembeingairpollution.Variouscontaminantscontinuouslyentertheatmospherethroughnaturalandman-madeprocessesandthesecontaminantsinteractwiththeenvironmenttocausedisease,toxicity,environmentaldecayandarelabeledaspollutant. Air Pollutants means any solid, liquid or gaseous substance(including noise) present in the atmosphere in such concentration asmay be or tend to be injurious to human beings or other living creaturesorplants orproperty orenvironment.Urban pollution refers to thepresence or introduction of hazardous or harmful substances in citiesand urban regions, Natural sources may contribute to urban pollution,but human-related emissions are by far the worst. Due to the localconcentration of people and human activity, anthropogenic sources ofpollution, such as factories, industries, transportation, and so forth, arefrequentlymade worse in cities. Serious attention should be given tothe need for improving urban strategies, which promote efficiency inresourceuse.Thepresentstudyanalysisresultstherelationshipbetween the levels of urbanization and the percentage of air pollution inselected area of Chennai. This paper tries to assess the forecasting of airquality and human health due to air pollution loads and human healthimpacts on major road networks of Greater Chennai. The aim of thestudy focuses on objectives to environment in Chennai city to estimatethe problems of air pollution environment in Challenge in Chennai cityandsuggesthealthcostofvehicularpollutionandtosuggesttheGovernment measure to control air pollution in environment Chennaicity.
EFFECTIVENESS OF BLENDED TEACHING METHOD IN TOOTH CARVING APPLIED IN PRECLINICAL COURSE OF DENTAL EDUCATION DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors:   Associate Professor, Department of Prosthetic Dental Medicine, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University, Sofia, Bulgaria., Pavlova Zhanina
Published: June 2023

Background: The knowledge of dental morphology is essential in every aspects of dental medicine. Tooth carving is useful for development of the manual skills and has positive influence on students performance in clinical practice. In the extraordinary situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic we needed to use innovative blended models in teaching of dental morphology. Te Aim of the research was to perform comparative analysis of the teeth carved by students in preclinical courses in prosthetic dental medicine, tutored in two methods Ã¢Â€Â“ conventional and blended, applied in the circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic. Methodology: Detailed evaluation of 381 carved teeth was done according to strictly defined criteria. Results: The analysis of work of students tutored through blended method demonstrates good level of the skills for reproduction of dental morphology. The approximal and masticatory surfaces of the tooth crown and the teeth roots of premolars and molars were reproduced in better quality by the students in the course with blended tuition. The differences in realization of the criteria are in range of 5%. Statistical significance was established only in re-creation of the masticatory surfaces of molars (p< 0.05). Conclusion:The blended model of tuition can be considered as effective educational model for tooth carving in courses of pre-clinics of prosthetic dental medicine. It would be purposeful for this practice to be combined with traditional educational methods in order to improve the tuition quality.
REHABILITATION OF A POST COVID MAXILLECTOMY DEFECT WITH DEFINITIVE OBTURATOR: A CASE REPORT
Authors:   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka., M.S Janhavi , D.B Nandeeshwar ,   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka., N. Shamnur Sunitha ,   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka., Kumar K.R Pavan ,   Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge. Bapuji Dental College and Hospital, Davangere, Karnataka.
Published: June 2023

In the course of the second wave of COVID-19 in India,the nation witnessed a rapid surge of a deadly fungal infection leading to increased morbidity and mortality. The treatment of the mycosis necessitates timely and often invasive surgical debridement leading to the creation of acquired defects. With the maxillofacial region being a highly common area for the mycosis to occur the role of maxillofacial prosthodontists and surgeons becomes significant. This article elaborates on one such case of maxillary defect treated, restored and rehabilitated to almost life-like functionality (speech, mastication), appearance and efficiency by means of a definitive prosthesis. Through this article we highlight that the prosthodontic treatment does not end with the provision of a temporary solution but to continue with the maintenance to aid in substantial tissue healing and to meet demands of function and aesthetics.
GENDER DISPARITY IN AN ACADEMIC HOSPITAL: FEMALE HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Ramakant Puja , a Shiuli , Rana Chanchal , Shastri Dipti
Published: June 2023

Objective: To determine whether gender-based bias is prevalent in the workplace at a Tertiary Health care system in India Design: Prospective Google form-based questionnaire qualitative study Setting: Tertiary Healthcare Institute Results:A total of 174 female faculties and residents were included in the study. 18% of the participants reported mild gender-based discrimination at the workplace. 8.5% faced sexual harassment. While about a third (33%) faced mental harassment. Only two- a fifth were content with their jobs, whilst 23 % felt they could not get adequate institutional support for their professional development. Conclusion:Our results cast a light on the role of gender in relation to work opportunities, sexual and mental harassment, and work-life balance. Though women are making progress but remain disadvantaged at a professional level and gender discrepancy still persists.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING APPROACHES ON EDUCATION: A CRITICAL REVIEW
Authors:   PhD Scholar at Dept. of Computer Science & IT, Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University, Udaipur., Raj Sharma Akshay , Mandot Manju ,   Professor at Dept. of Computer Science & IT, Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University, Udaipur., Singh Jagdeep ,   Partner at Recap Consultancy and General Supply, Dhoraji, Rajkot.
Published: June 2023

The usage of innovative learning approaches has become increasingly popular in many educational systems worldwide. This review paper evaluates the impact of innovative learning approaches on education. The analysis is based on a review of existing literature, which focuses on the impact of innovative teaching practices on student learning outcomes and academic achievement. The paper examines various methodologies such as problem-based learning, blended learning, gamification, and flipped learning. The study identifies the positive impacts of innovative teaching approaches in enhancing student motivation, engagement, and critical thinking skills. It also highlights the importance of teacher training and continuous professional development in implementing innovative learning approaches effectively. The findings suggest that innovative teaching methods have potential to improve the quality of teaching and learning in schools. However, further research is needed to evaluate the long-term impact and sustainability of these approaches in improving student outcomes.
A STUDY TO ASSESS THE LEVEL OF PERSONAL EVALUATION BY USING EVALUATION BELIEF SCALE AMONG PATIENT WITH PSYCHOTIC FEATURES AT SMVMCH, PUDUCHERRY
Authors:   M.Sc (Nursing)-II Year Sri ManakulaVinayagar Nursing College., G. Sujitha , V. Santhiya ,   Reader in nursing, Sri ManakulaVinayagar Nursing College., G. Muthanilselvi ,   Principal, Sri ManakulaVinayagar Nursing College.
Published: June 2023

A self-evaluation has multiple advantages for both employees and employers: It allows employees to demonstrate their accomplishments. Highlighting these accomplishments helps employees feel recognized for their efforts and gives them insight into the types of work they find most fulfilling. It helps managers stay informed about their employees strengths and achievements. A study to assess the level of personal evaluation by using evaluation belief scale among patient with psychotic features at SMVMCH, Puducherry. To associate the level of personal evaluation by using evaluation belief scale among patient with psychotic features with their selected demographic variables. The total number of 30 psychosis patients were selected for this study. The level of personal evaluation was assessed by using evaluation belief scale. The study had assessed and the scores were categorized in the interpretation. The collected data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. In level of personal evaluation, majority 70% of them belongs to average and 30% belongs to good. In level of personal evaluation, mean value is 36.97 and standard deviation value is 12.58. There is a significant association between the age group at the level of p<0.05. Whereas the other demographic variables dont have no significance at the level of p<0.05. This implies that on the content of study investigator level of personal evaluation by using evaluation belief scale among patient with psychotic features at SMVMCH. It is concluded that the personal evaluation among psychosis patients were found to be average level. It is also found that evaluation belief scale is a valid tool in findings the level of personal evaluation among psychosis patients and it can be recommended on the regular clinical use for further evaluation.