bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Quantification of red complex microorganisms among patients with different surface-modified dental implants: A prospective clinical study
Authors: Rajasekar Arvina , Varghese Sheeja S
Published: December 2023

Aim:

Dental implant surface treatments affect microbial adhesion even though they have a significant impact on osseointegration. This study aimed to quantify and compare the total bacterial load and red complex microorganisms among patients with different surface-modified dental implants.

Materials and Methods:

In this prospective clinical study, 78 patients who had undergone implant placement for missing single posterior tooth in mandible using sandblasted acid-etched and anodized surface dental implants during August 2019–December 2019 were enrolled and were categorized into Group 1 (SLA; n = 27), Group 2 (SLActive; n = 26), and Group 3 (TiUnite; n = 25) based on dental implants’ surface modification. Total bacterial copy count, total red complex copy-count, and copy-count numbers of Treponema denticola, Porphyromonas gingivalis, and Tanneralla forsythia were quantified using real‑time polymerase chain reaction assay. Paired t test, one-way analysis of variance, and Tukey’s honest significant difference post hoc were used for data analysis.

Results:

Total bacterial load, copy-count of P. gingivalis, copy-count of T. forsythia, copy-count of T. denticola, and total red complex load were high in Group 3 as compared to Groups 1 and 2 (P ≤ 0.05). At baseline (P ≤ 0.05) and the 1-year follow-up (P ≤ 0.05), a significant difference was observed between the groups on the pairwise comparison. An intragroup comparison revealed that all three groups had statistically significant differences from the baseline in terms of all the measured variables (P ≤ 0.05).

Conclusion:

Higher total bacterial count and red complex bacterial count were observed around TiUnite followed by SLA and SLActive dental implants.
Evaluation of Temperature Distributions during Ultrasonography
Authors: Ibitoye Ayo Zaccheaus , Irurhe Nicholas Kayode , Bademosi Oluwarantimi , Yakubu Caleb Itopa , Omidiji Olubukola Abeni , Ihekuna Ogechi Augustina
Published: December 2023

Background:

Ultrasound has played a vital role in the medical imaging system for real-time examination. It is considered safe and economical compared to other imaging modalities. Absorption of ultrasound energy by biological tissues can result in heating, especially if the high intensity is used for a long duration.

Aim:

This study aims to evaluate temperature changes in diagnostic ultrasound scanning patients undergoing different ultrasound examinations.

Materials and Methods:

An infrared thermometer was used to measure the temperature in the subjects’ regions of interest. The transducers of frequencies 3.5 and 7.5 MHz were used for the transmission and reception of ultrasound energy to and from the region of scanning. Three hundred and four patients were recruited from different ultrasound examinations. The thermometer was placed at a distance of 5–15 cm to record temperature changes before and during the ultrasound procedure on each of the subjects. The obtained data were statistically analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.

Result:

The average room temperature during the scanning was 22.2°C. The mean temperature before scanning procedures was 32.3°C. The mean maximum and minimum temperatures before and during the scanning of 304 patients recruited for this study were 34.4°C and 31.3°C, respectively. There was also a significant difference between the temperature measured before and during the scanning of the patients (P = 0.01).

Conclusion:

The findings in this study show that temperatures during the diagnostic ultrasound scanning are not above normal human body temperature; therefore, observable thermal effects are unlikely possible.
Tuberculosis control by novel vaccines development and Indian initiatives
Authors: Ghosh Prasanta Kumar
Published: December 2023

Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) is one of the worst microbial diseases of humankind and an awful societal problem, especially in underdeveloped countries. The enormous TB-infected individuals were in the Southeast Asian Region (46%), about 23% in the African Region, 18% in the West Pacific region, and the rest in other regions. While TB is often effectively treatable, untreated cases can lead to drug-resistant forms that are harder to manage and may kill the infected sooner after the disease flares up. In 2021, approximately 1.6 million individuals succumbed to TB worldwide. Although the Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine is currently the only approved anti-TB vaccine, its effectiveness in adolescents and adults is limited. Globally, several vaccines are in the developmental stage. This review narrates the progress made in developing 23 candidate anti-tuberculosis vaccines (including developing more immunogenic and safer recombinant Mtb strains) by different scientific groups worldwide. Additionally, the incidence of TB in India, along with the Indian initiatives and activities in controlling the disease, has been briefly discussed.
Utilization and challenges of ‘Swasthya Ingit’ services faced in a district of West Bengal, India: a mixed methods approach
Authors: Mondal Aparajita , Ray Kuntala , Basu Mausumi , Rashid Mamunur
Published: December 2023

Background:

“Telemedicine” is used to provide accessible, quality healthcare to distant people. Globally and also in India, telemedicine was implemented and accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic. In West Bengal, telemedicine is known as “Swasthya Ingit.” The purpose of the study was to find out the utilization of Swasthya Ingit and to explore challenges faced by community health officers (CHO) and medical officers during consultation in a hub of South 24 Parganas in West Bengal.

Materials and Methods:

A descriptive record-based, cross-sectional approach with convergent parallel mixed methods was undertaken for 3 months (May–July 2023). A total of 6,775 consultations with Swasthya Ingit was used for quantitative purpose. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel 2019 by suitable descriptive statistics. An in-depth interview was conducted for the qualitative strand, and the data were analyzed thematically.

Results:

A total of 6,775 Teleconsultations were given, of which 76% were utilized by South 24 Parganas district. The maximum consultation was provided to the Baruipur block. Of the attended patients, 71% were female, 73% were adults, and 37% suffered from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). During the consultation, CHO identified network issues, overburden, lack of workforce resources, and target achievement.

Conclusion:

Most of the population of South 24 Parganas utilized teleconsultation for NCDs. Lifestyle modification is necessary, along with medication, to combat the then-on-communicable disease burden. The thematic analysis revealed challenges faced by CHO—CHO overburdened with work, weak network issues, pressure of target achievement, and lack of workforce and resources.
Our experience with peroral endoscopic myotomy complications: A case series
Authors: Patil Shruti S , Kulkarni Shantanu B
Published: December 2023

Achalasia is characterized by the failure of smooth muscle relaxation in the lower part of the esophagus. During peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), creating a submucosal tunnel and performing a myotomy can inadvertently create openings between the submucosal space and the mediastinum, retroperitoneal cavity, and intraperitoneal cavity. When carbon dioxide (CO2) is insufflated during the procedure, it can pass through these openings, leading to conditions such as capnothorax, capnomediastinum, capnoperitoneum, or subcutaneous emphysema. In some cases, emergency management may be required. Three of our four patients who experienced these complications developed subcutaneous emphysema, while one had pneumoperitoneum and pneumothorax. Only one of these patients needed medical intervention, while the other three did not. It is now recognized that these complications are an expected part of the procedure rather than unexpected outcomes. Therefore, it is recommended to manage them conservatively unless they cause significant cardiorespiratory distress. In conclusion, having a good understanding of the procedure and remaining vigilant can help ensure the safe execution of POEM, even when these complications arise.
Numerical investigation on the effect of waist movement towards the golf putting outcome
Authors: Siang Ong Lay , Omar Mohd Nadzeri , Johari Nasrul Hadi , Hassan Mohd Hasnun Arif
Published: December 2023

Introduction:

Golf is a sport that requires high accuracy and precision to obtain the best score. Throughout the game, accuracy and precision are most critical during putting. Putting is a golf stroke performed near or on the green area, which is supposed to be the final stroke to place the golf ball into the targeted hole. According to a study, putting can affect the golf score by up to 40%, highlighting its importance. Most of the time, golfers rely on qualitative feedback during putting practice that the golf ball ended up in or missed the hole. The qualitative feedback is subjective and unmeasurable.

Aims:

This study aims to provide golfers with numerical data to evaluate their putting performance. It focuses on the biomechanics feedback, specifically waist movement while putting.

Methods:

Three commercial IMU sensors by MbientLab were positioned along a golfer’s waist at three different locations. The golfer’s waist movement was recorded for several putting strokes.

Results:

Based on the findings, the waist movement certainly affects the putting outcome. It is found that minimum movement is preferable to increase the chances of having a straight putt.

Conclusions:

Golfers commonly rely on qualitative feedback to evaluate their putting; the golf ball ended up in or missed the hole. This kind of feedback is subjective, and golfers need information on how to move to obtain a good putting outcome. This study provides an insightful approach for golfers to analyse their putting biomechanics by providing numerical data for them to optimise their performance.
Challenges in malnourished nasopharyngeal carcinoma patient, undergoing concomitant chemoradiotherapy with thrombocytopenia
Authors: Azmi Nur Filzah Insyirah Bt Mohd , Ismail Ismajuliawati Binti
Published: December 2023

Multiple health complications resulting from disease progression and toxicity of cancer treatment amongst nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) patients on chemoradiotherapy may lead to malnutrition as it is associated with increased metabolism, malabsorption or reduced food intake. A 51-year-old woman, coming from Orang Asli background, was electively admitted for concomitant chemoradiotherapy and referred to a dietitian due to poor oral intake associated with oral candidiasis, sore throat and radiation dermatitis. The patient is severely underweight with a history of 20.7% weight loss within 6 months. An assessment using the Patient-Generated Subjective Global Assessment scored more than 9 points which indicated as severely malnourished. Both calculated total energy and protein intake were <50% of the requirement. Therefore, oral nutritional supplement was prescribed to help achieve 60% of energy requirement, and nutrition counselling was provided with purpose to improve the patient’s nutritional status, minimise treatment-related side effect and improve quality of life. Nonetheless, on assessment during follow-up, the patient’s oral intake was progressively decreased to 35% of the energy requirement due to worsening condition. Therefore, a proper nutrition intervention with consideration to various aspects of patient condition is crucial to produce a safe and desirable goal of management.
Effect of aerobic and resistance exercise training on anthropometric parameters of human immunodeficiency virus-positive individuals
Authors: Kubeyinje Oluwaseun Susan , Madubuko Roli Cynthia , Imafidon Omorotiomwan
Published: December 2023

Background:

The use of antiretroviral drugs has made human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS a chronic disease with adverse anthropometric changes as one of its complications.

Objectives:

This study investigated the effects of aerobic and resistance exercise training on anthropometric parameters of HIV-positive individuals. The study examined the influence of aerobic and resistance exercises on body mass index (BMI), waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), percentage body fat and visceral fat of persons living with HIV/AIDS in a tertiary health institution in South–South zone of Nigeria.

Methods:

A randomised control trial design was employed in this study. Eighty-eight HIV-seropositive patients in stages 1 and 2 participated in the study. Randomisation was done into the control and aerobic exercise group and resistance exercise group. The experimental groups exercised thrice a week for 10 weeks and the non-experimental group received usual antiretroviral drugs and counselling. Initial intensity of the exercise was 60% HRmax and 1-RM and progression was by 10% every 3 weeks. Anthropometric parameters were recorded initially and on termination of 10 weeks for all three groups. Frequency, mean, standard deviation, and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) were used for the data analysis. The Bonferroni pairwise comparison was used as post hoc test to identify the source of differences.

Results:

The outcome of this research showed that aerobic and resistance exercises resulted in significant alterations in anthropometric parameters of BMI (f = 13.617; Sig = 0.000), percentage body fat (f = 10.074; Sig = 0.000), WHR (f = 11.070; Sig = 0.000) and visceral fat (f = 10.286; Sig = 0.000).

Conclusion:

It was, therefore, concluded that aerobic and resistance are beneficial to HIV-seropositive persons and recommended that exercise should be prescribed for HIV-infected persons to enhance their anthropometric parameters resulting in improved health.
Flywheel eccentric overload training versus plyometric training on countermovement jump parameters, badminton-specific agility and flexibility amongst university badminton players
Authors: Low Ming Jun , Tan Angelina Li San , Chan Ebby Waqqash Mohamad , Low Jiun Yang
Published: December 2023

Introduction:

Considering training constraints where badminton players need to focus on many fitness components, it is essential to incorporate training methods that could effectively train power, agility and flexibility simultaneously. The objective of this study was to compare the effectiveness of flywheel eccentric overload (FEO) training (overloaded concentric action) and plyometric training (PT) on countermovement jump (CMJ) parameters, badminton-specific agility and hamstring flexibility following a 4-week period amongst university badminton players.

Methods:

A total of 36 university badminton players were randomly assigned to the FEO group, PT group and control group (CG) using counterbalancing. All groups maintained their regular badminton training, with FEO and PT groups performing additional interventions consisting of two additional physical training per week for 4 weeks. The participants were assessed on the CMJ, Badcamp agility test as well as a sit-and-reach test before and after the intervention.

Results:

There were significant pre- to post-test improvements in the CMJ height (P = 0.001), modified reactive strength index (RSI) (P = 0.001) and Badcamp agility test (P = 0.001) for both the FEO and PT groups when compared to CG. In terms of these variables, no significant differences were found between the two training groups after intervention. The sit-and-reach test results revealed no significant differences amongst all groups, implying that neither of the experimental training methods appears effective in enhancing hamstring flexibility.

Conclusion:

FEO training (overloaded concentric action) and PT have similar effectiveness in improving CMJ height, modified RSI and badminton-specific agility amongst university badminton players over 4 weeks.
Clinical Utility of Procalcitonin and C-Reactive Protein in the Management of Neonatal Sepsis in a Resource-Limited Nigerian Hospital
Authors: Jimoh AK , Bolaji OB , Adelekan A , Ghazali SM , Oyekale OT , Adeleke BA , Ojo BO , Popoola GO , Lawal OA , Ajetunmobi WA
Published: December 2023

Background:

Neonatal sepsis is an invasive infection of the bloodstream in neonates and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among them.

Aim:

To investigate the role of procalcitonin (PCT) and C-reactive protein (CRP) in the management of neonatal sepsis.

Materials and Methods:

This was a prospective case–control study over one-year period using convenience sampling. Blood samples for PCT and CRP were taken from all neonates, while blood culture and white blood cell count samples were additionally taken from babies with neonatal sepsis. PCT and CRP were repeated at 24 and 48 hours. The continuous variables were found to have a nonparametric distribution. They were presented as median and interquartile range, and compared using Wilcoxon signed rank and Friedman test as appropriate.

Results:

The blood culture analysis yielded a prevalence of 12.7% with Staphylococcus aureus being the commonest organism. Baseline concentrations of PCT (1.28 ng/ml) and CRP (17.31 mg/L) in neonates with sepsis were higher than that of controls (PCT—0.63 ng/ml, CRP—5.40 mg/L). PCT concentrations decreased after two days of antibiotic treatment, while CRP concentrations decreased after a day. The concentration of both decreased to normal levels after two days of treatment.

Conclusion:

This study showed that CRP was more reliable in monitoring antibiotic therapy, unlike other studies which suggested PCT. In cases where the management of neonatal sepsis may be limited by a low blood culture yield, therapeutic monitoring may be aided by CRP and/or PCT.
Two-Dimensional Ultrasound Assessment of Long-Term Intra-Abdominal Organ Changes in Children with Sickle Cell Anemia during Steady State: A Comparative Study
Authors: Nwosu CS , Nri-Ezedi CA , Okechukwu C , Ulasi TO , Umeh EO , Ebubedike UR , Aronu ME , Obi-Nwosu AL , Odita AO , Agu NV , Ngonadi SC , Emedike NC , Uke KM , Emegoakor AC
Published: December 2023

Background:

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a hereditary blood disorder with global prevalence, including in Nigeria. Despite advancements in SCA care management, understanding the long-term impact on organs during steady state has remained inconclusive.

Aim:

This study aimed to investigate the long-term changes in intra-abdominal organs of SCA children compared with non-SCA children during steady state using two-dimensional ultrasound assessment.

Materials and Methods:

A total of 116 children (58 SCA and 58 controls) were enrolled between June 2021 and July 2022. Clinico-demographic data were collected through an interviewer-administered questionnaire. Two-dimensional ultrasound was used to measure the liver, spleen, kidneys, and inferior vena cava in all subjects. Age-matched controls had AA or AS genotypes.

Results:

Of the 58 patients with SCA, 65.5% were males with an overall mean age of 8.1 ± 3.4 years, while among the non-SCA cohort (n = 58), 48.3% were males with an overall mean age of 8.7 ± 3.9 years. There was no statistically significant difference in the age and gender distribution between the SCA and non-SCA cohorts (P = 0.390 and P = 0.091, respectively). SCA subjects had a larger mean hepatic size than non-SCA subjects (12.09 cm ± 2.23 vs. 11.67 cm ± 1.96; P = 0.276) but smaller mean splenic size (8.01 cm ± 1.89 vs. 8.19 cm ± 1.61; P = 0.577) and inferior vena cava diameter (1.16 cm ± 0.29 vs. 1.25 cm ± 0.33; P = 0.100). Left kidney length and breadth were significantly greater in SCA patients (8.91 ± 1.16 vs. 8.27 ± 1.30; P = 0.006 and 4.15 ± 0.92 vs. 3.79 ± 0.48; P = 0.008, respectively).

Conclusion:

This study highlights the utility of two-dimensional ultrasound assessment in monitoring intra-abdominal organ changes in SCA children, suggesting its cost-effective benefits in monitoring health outcomes in SCA patients.
Headache Triggered by Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination Increases in Line with History of Allergic Disorders and Comorbidities Like Depression and Fibromyalgia: An Analysis of the US Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System
Authors: Yilmaz Gülcan Göçmez , Murzakhanov Nazlican , Yildirim Didem Derici , Baykan Betül , Garcia-Azorin David , Frontera Jennifer A. , Winkler Andrea Sylvia , Özge Aynur
Published: December 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

Headache is the most common neurological side effect of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination. However, the underlying reason for COVID-19 postvaccine headache has not been fully understood. In this study, we addressed the potential association of vaccine-related headaches with a history of allergy, atopic diseases, as well as other comorbid conditions to gain insight about the pathophysiology of this headache.

Materials and Methods:

This study analyzed the data from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System database and reorganized dataset accordingly. The study included individuals aged 16–85 years who received the first or second dose of COVID-19 vaccines approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Allergy and atopic disease histories (reported food or drug allergy, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and other autoimmune diseases) and other accompanying diseases such as depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, fibromyalgia, and obesity of these subjects were examined from the revised data, and their relationship with COVID-19 vaccine-related headaches was investigated.

Results:

We found a statistically significant positive association in patients with a history of headache after COVID-19 vaccination and reported a history of allergy (P < 0.001). In the allergy subgroup (n = 14547 [37.1%]), the frequency of headaches following COVID-19 vaccine was found to be higher in those with drug, food, and/or multiple allergies (P < 0.05). A statistically significant relationship was disclosed between asthma, autoimmune diseases, and headache, but no association was found with allergic rhinitis (P < 0.001, P = 0.160). Furthermore, the rate of headaches after vaccination was found to be higher in people with fibromyalgia and depression (P < 0.001, both).

Conclusion:

Significant associations between headaches triggered by the COVID-19 vaccine and histories of allergy, fibromyalgia, and depression may suggest a shared predisposing mechanism for pathophysiology. Knowledge about allergy history and related comorbid conditions can be helpful in predicting COVID-19 vaccine headache. Future prospective data may provide further enlightenment on management.
Freshwater isopods of the genus Lirceus from caves and springs of the Interior Highlands, USA, with description of three new species (Isopoda: Asellidae)
Authors: Lewis Julian , Lewis Salisa
Published: December 2023

Eleven species of the freshwater isopod genus Lirceus occur in the Interior Highlands, a region of the south-central United States comprised of the Ozark and Ouachita physiographic provinces. As part of research on the morphology and molecular genetics of eastern North American asellid isopods, three new species of Lirceus were discovered in the Interior Highlands. Lirceus slayorum, n. sp., is described from Greathouse Spring, Washington County, Arkansas and occurs in caves and springs associated with the Ozark Springfield Plateau. Lirceus ozarkensis, n. sp., is described from Maxey Cave, Pulaski County, Missouri and was originally identified in 1949 by Hubricht and Mackin as a subspecies of Lirceus hoppinae. In actuality, L. ozarkensis is quite distinct from L. hoppinae, and occurs allopatrically in caves and springs of the southern Ozark Salem Plateau in southern Missouri. Lirceus robisoni, n. sp., is described from Abernathy Spring, Polk County, Arkansas and is found in only a few springs in a narrow area of the Ouachita Mountains in western Arkansas. Eight other species of Lirceus occur in the Interior Highlands, most of which are confined to springs and caves. New localities are presented and the ranges of the species are established. Illustrations of the genital pleopods demonstrate a common theme across the species of the Interior Highlands, with all possessing a sperm-transfer cannula arising adjacent to a variously papillate or dentate digitiform lateral process, and nestled under a dominant broadly rounded or subtriangular apex. Within this morphological template, some of the Ozark species, like Lirceus bidentatus, are among the most anatomically bizarre in North America.
İSTATİSTİKSEL KALİTE KONTROL ARAÇLARI VE GRİ İLİŞKİSEL ANALİZ YÖNTEMİ KULLANILARAK KALİTE PROBLEMLERİNİN ÇÖZÜMÜ: İNŞAAT SEKTÖRÜNDE BİR UYGULAMA
Authors: UYANIK Elif , DURAK İsmail
Published: December 2023

Bu araştırmada işletmelerin rekabet avantajı sağlayabilmeleri ve sürdürülebilir olmalarında önemli rol oynayan müşteri memnuniyetini ve üretim maliyetini yakından etkileyen birçok kalite problemlerinin aslında doğru veri ve iyi bir analizle sadece birkaçının çözümünün sonucunda etkili bir iyileştirme sağlayacağını gösterebilmektir. Çalışmanın uygulama verileri özel bir inşaat firmasından alınmıştır. Bir yıllık veri ile gerçekleştirilen uygulamada istatistiksel kalite kontrol, çok kriterli karar verme tekniklerinden gri ilişkisel analiz teknikleri kullanılmıştır. Firmada meydana gelen hatalar pareto analizi ve gri ilişkisel analiz tekniklerinin harmanlanmış şekliyle incelenmiş ve en fazla orana sahip hata türleri sebep sonuç diyagramı ile firma yetkilileri ile birlikte irdelenmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda kalite iyileştirmede firmaya öncelikle hangi hatalardan başlaması gerektiği konusunda çeşitli önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
Gaya Kepemimpinan Pendeta Perempuan dalam Menyikapi Budaya Patriarkal di Gereja
Authors: Sunariyanti Sapto , Priana I Made
Published: December 2023

Paper ini bertujuan untuk menelisik bagaimana sebaiknya gaya kepemimpinan Pendeta perempuan dalam menyikapi budaya patriarkal di Gereja. Dengan maksud untuk mencapai tujuan ini, melalui metode kualitatif, paper ini meneliti esensi manusia sebagai gambar Allah sang pemimpin sejati, dan mengeksplorasi karakter dan pengaruh budaya patriarkal di Gereja. Dalam penelitian ditemukan bahwa dalam tataran idealitas, baik laki-laki maupun perempuan adalah sama-sama manusia, sehingga keduanya merupakan insan penerima kodrat dan panggilan untuk mencerminkan kepemimpinan Allah dalam hidup mereka. Adam pertama gagal memenuhi dan mengaktualisasikan perutusan ini, sehingga bumi yang dikehendaki Allah agar bersukacita dalam damai sejahtera, tidak mewujud. Yesus Kristus sebagai Adam yang kedua, berhasil meneruskan kepemimpinan Allah. Dalam kepemimpinanNya yang demikian itu, Yesus sangat memuliakan kemanusiaan, mencintai kebersamaan dan menjunjung tinggi kesetaraan. Budaya patriarkal yang sudah berlangsung lama, baik di luar maupun di dalam Gereja, merupakan tradisi yang memandang dan memperlakukan laki-laki lebih tinggi daripada  perempuan, sehingga dalam budaya ini, laki-laki juga lebih bisa diterima menjadi pemimpin daripada perempuan. Dalam tataran realitas, pengaruh budaya patriarkal masih tersisa dan terasa dalam kehidupan bergereja. Dalam rangka mengatasi pengaruh budaya patriarkal yang masih tersisa dan terasa dalam Gereja, para Pendeta perempuan terpanggil untuk mempelopori gerakan kepemimpinan Yesus dalam kepemimpinan mereka, yakni gaya kepemimpinan yang memuliakan kemanusiaan, mencintai kebersamaan. Menjunjung tinggi kesetaraan.
Kualitas Orang Benar di Tengah Relativitas Postmodernisme
Authors: Wasikin Samuel , Willyam Verry
Published: December 2023

Hari ini, kekristenan menghadapi kemerosotan moral dan iman dalam era kemajuan zaman. Generasi masa kini kurang memahami bahwa etika moral sangat penting dalam membangun relasi yang sehat dan benar. Era postmodern membawa pemikiran relativitas menjadikan manusia lebih mudah menimbang segala sesuatu, termasuk teknologi. Tujuan dari artikel ini ialah menelisik makna orang benar di dalam Kejadian 18:16-33, dan relevansi kehidupan orang benar di era postmodern. Metode yang digunakan dalam tulisan ini adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan menggunakan pendekatan Narrative Criticism terhadap Kitab Kejadian 18:16-33, di mana Abraham berdiskusi dengan Allah dalam syafaatnya untuk Sodom dan Gomora. Abraham berusaha mempromosikan "orang benar" agar Allah mengampuni kota tersebut, tetapi jumlah yang dia usulkan tidak terpenuhi.  Akhirnya makna dari "orang benar" yang dikaji secara mendalam, mengacu pada mereka yang hidup sesuai dengan hukum ilahi dan beriman kepada Tuhan. Dalam era postmodern, pandangan mengenai kebenaran bersifat relatif, namun kisah Abraham menunjukkan bahwa Allah masih menghargai keberadaan orang-orang benar di tengah-tengah kebobrokan moral. Orang percaya perlu menjaga nilai-nilai religius dan menjadi contoh hidup yang memuliakan Allah dalam menghadapi perubahan zaman.
Allah Sang Pengatur Rumah Tangga
Authors: Olimbovo Senopati Salomo , Nixon Grant
Published: December 2023

Sebagai masyarakat modern, orang Kristen sering kali datang kepada kitab Kejadian, khususnya mengenai peristiwa penciptaan dengan kacamata ilmiah guna mencari jawaban untuk keberatan seperti creatio ex nihilo, umur bumi, maupun hal-hal yang bersifat material. John H. Walton mengajukan pembacaan kisah penciptaan melalui kacamata fungsional (menciptakan keteraturan) ketimbang material. Peneliti kemudian tertarik untuk melihat Allah sebagai pengatur rumah tangga melalui pemikiran Walton dengan kaitannya terhadap kaum perempuan, khususnya ibu rumah tangga yang sering kali dipandang lebih inferior dibandingkan laki-laki yang bekerja atau menghasilkan sesuatu. Tulisan ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode pengumpulan data berupa studi literatur, khususnya mengenai pemikiran Walton. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa bahkan pada halaman pertama kitab Kejadian, Allah telah memperkenalkan diri-Nya sebagai Allah yang membawa keteraturan, Allah yang memberikan fungsi, dan Allah yang mengatur rumah tangga yang juga resonan dengan fungsi ibu rumah tangga yang kerap kali mendapat diskriminasi.
STRUCTURAL DESIGN OF A WORKBENCH FOR THE NEEDS OF A SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Authors: Molnár Denis , Blatnický Miroslav , Dižo Ján , Harušinec Jozef , Maliňák Rastislav
Published: December 2023

The presented paper deals with the structural design of a workbench with adjustable height, which will serve as part of the equipment of a light commercial vehicle for the needs of a service technician. The main objective of this paper is to create a functional design and 3D CAD model of a workbench that will meet the requirements of safety, mobility, and simple utilisation. Moreover, the design needs to consider the requirements of adjustable height and the dimensions of the work vehicle. The lifting mechanism is represented by arms fitted with sleeves that move along a lead trapezoidal screw rotating by a hand crank. In this paper, the force action in the axis of the threaded rod of the lifting mechanism is scrutinised in two extreme positions (highest and lowest position). The highest axial load on the threaded rod was found to be 9927.13 N in the lowest position of the mechanism. On the basis of this load, a right and left-hand trapezoidal threaded rod TR16×4 is selected, which satisfied the strength condition. The design of the sleeve height and the number of sleeve threads required are essential for safe utilisation. Due to the dimension of the guide rod, the height of the sleeve is selected to be 40 millimetres. The work surface is an important part of the workbench and consists of two parts. The chief larger part is made of medium density fibreboard and the smaller modular part can be in the two modular forms. The first version is the medium density fibreboard, and second alternative is a board designed to fix the components during their maintenance, repair as well as for welding.
VYBRANÉ METODY ŘÍZENÍ PŘI NARUŠENÉM ŽELEZNIČNÍM PROVOZU
Authors: Vitezslav Krevky
Published: December 2023

Oblast řízení železničního provozu se v posledních letech těší vzrůstajícímu zájmu odborné veřejnosti. Důkazem je nejedena odborná publikace z let minulých, ale také zvýšený zájem o informace týkající se podstaty metod dálkového řízení železniční dopravy prostřednictvím Centrálních dispečerských pracovišť. Cílem tohoto příspěvku je poskytnout přehled vybraných vědeckých publikací z této oblasti za několik posledních let. Za tímto účelem byly použity především články z Web of Science (WoS) z let 2020 až 2023.  Autor se v článku zabývá možností aplikace vybraných metod řízení při narušeném železničním provozu v prostředí České republiky.
STRENGTHENING PHARMACEUTICAL SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY IN EUROPE: SERIALIZATION AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Authors: Chowdhary Vikram , Vinš Marek
Published: December 2023

The pharmaceutical industry's profitability has attracted attention, but it faces challenges from counterfeiters exploiting vulnerabilities worsened by globalization and complex supply chains. In 2019, European authorities introduced regulation EU 2016/161 to enhance drug supply chain security and traceability. By conducting a systematic literature review, this study assesses the effectiveness of the European Drug Serialization system, examining its implementation and the potential benefits of integrating digital technologies like RFID and Blockchain. The aim is to investigate and identify measures contributing to the strengthening of pharmaceutical supply chains against counterfeiting. The research suggests that while serialization is crucial, it may not provide foolproof security, emphasizing the need for additional digital technology integration.
MUNICIPAL SCHOOL-EXPEDITION AS A TOOL FORMATION OF CIVIC IDENTITY FOREIGN STUDENTS (FROM EXPERIENCE WORKS)
Authors:   MOAUOSH No.23 named after Nadezhda Shabatko, Novokubansk, Pavlenko A.V.
Published: December 2023

From 2018 to 2021 on the basis of secondary school No. 23 The regional innovation platform "Municipal School expedition as a tool for shaping the civic identity of schoolchildren" worked in the city of Novokubansk. Socialization at school begins with younger students and continues until graduation. The task of the school is to create all the necessary conditions for the successful socialization of students.
Integrative and regenerative medicine: Training using electronic technologies
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Professional Education ", Krasnozhen S.V ,   Donetsk State Medical University named after M. Gorky",   Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation
Published: December 2023

The experience of using distance learning technologies in the training of modern highly qualified medical specialists is presented. The components of the interactive educational process and their possibilities are described. The importance of electronic information technologies for training and control in the study of integrative and restorative medicine is shown.
ON THE RESULTS OF THE ALL-RUSSIAN SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL CONFERENCE CONFERENCES WITH INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION "HOSPITAL PEDAGOGY. THE BEST PRACTICES OF TEACHING CHILDREN WHO ARE ON LONG-TERM TREATMENT IN MEDICAL ORGANIZATIONS AND AT HOME" (V ALL—RUSSIAN CONFERENCE WITH INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION "TEACH ME" — CARING SCHOOL - 2023)
Authors:   The federal state budgetary scientific institution ", Doluev I.Yu. ,   institute of child development, health and adaptation", Kurikalova N.M. , Loskutov A.F. ,   The federal state budgetary scientific institution "institute of child development, health and adaptation",   The federal state budgetary scientific institution "institute of child development, health and adaptation", Gusev 0000-0001-6693-340X I.A. ,   The federal state budgetary scientific institution "institute of child development, health and adaptation"
Published: December 2023

The article summarizes the results of the Russian scientific and practical conference with international participation “Hospital pedagogy. Best practices for teaching children undergoing long-term treatment in medical organizations and at home” in 2023. Key areas of work were identified and proposals were made to the conference resolution.
Prospects of development of Ukrainian air transport regulation
Authors: Bugayko Dmytro , Tkachenko Anastasiia , Grabovskiy Danilo
Published: December 2023

The world transport system is unthinkable without aviation. Currently, there is a positive trend in the field of air transportation, and the role of aviation on a global scale cannot be overestimated. Today our state is in a state of war, but we can claim that Ukraine has significant potential for the development of the aviation market. Before the war, the passenger air transportation market had the highest growth rates among all modes of transport in Ukraine. Such prospects are due, first of all, to significant unmet demand for air transportation, as well as a favorable geographical location for the development of transit transportation. At the same time, the development of instruments for regulating the industry at the national level is of particular importance. This article is devoted to finding ways to improve the legislative and regulatory framework of air transport.
Using open sources of information to study business reputation of business entities: foreign experience
Authors: Korzhevskyi Igor
Published: December 2023

In the context of increasing internationalization and the formation of an innovative economy, the role of reputation in achieving a high level of performance of enterprises and organizations is gaining new qualitative significance. Today, business reputation (reputation of products, services, works, top managers, etc.) is becoming an object of competitiveness and investment. In today's environment, brand reputation, reputation of the company's top executives, reputation of top managers, and reputation of the company's strategy are becoming the objects of significant material investments. This is primarily due to the growing influence of society on the activities of modern enterprises through information transparency. Experts agree that a good reputation makes a company more attractive to investors, increases its capitalization, allows it to increase revenue, and provides a stronger position when entering new markets. In addition, in a highly competitive environment, with a huge number of companies with approximately the same competitive advantages, a company can potentially stand out and thus receive significantly higher profits, sales, investments, etc. than others only due to its corporate reputation. Therefore, the formation of an effective system of business reputation is an urgent problem for companies.
Ways to implement public-private partnerships and their economic efficiency
Authors: Koval Yana
Published: December 2023

Given the role of business in meeting the needs of society, it can be concluded that the state cannot fulfill its socio-economic functions without an efficiently functioning business. This is an important condition for the formation of partnerships between business and the state. Another important condition is that business cannot develop effectively without the help and assistance of the state. This is due to a number of reasons. The effectiveness of demand satisfaction is directly related to the rational use of economic resources and a flexible response to changes in the structure of demand. Efficient use of resources by each individual producer ultimately ensures the efficiency of the entire economic system. Business, performing its direct functions, ensuring the preservation and expanded reproduction of their property through the increase of private capital, simultaneously performs social functions related to the increase of social capital and the product capable of ensuring effective demand in the market of goods and services. The article substantiates the need to use the mechanism of public-private partnership as an effective tool for implementing the innovation policy of regions, and also identifies the possibilities of public-private partnership in projects for commercialization of intellectual property as a form of interaction between the state, research institutions and business.
Innovative technologies in supply chains
Authors: Serzhuk Anastasiia
Published: December 2023

The article reveals the essential and substantive basis of supply chains, the main tasks. The main elements of the interaction of the material flow on the path of its movement have been studied. The relevance and necessity of using new information technologies in logistics and, in particular, in supply chain management is determined. Digital technologies are the basis of modernity, it is one of the promising areas of development of the world economy. The use of these technologies in logistics processes in the conditions of Industry 4.0 led to the emergence of the concept of "smart logistics". Thanks to smart technologies, the time of many processes in both marketing and logistics is reduced. You can reduce the speed of product delivery and its quality. The development of the digital economy in Ukraine is aimed at creating motivation, forming needs for the use of digital technologies to increase production volumes, increase competitiveness and national development in accordance with the "Concept of the Development of the Digital Economy and Society of Ukraine for 2018-2020" [1]. This concept notes the growing demand for the use of digital processes in various industries. The concept of "smart logistics" is equated with "intelligent logistics" or "intelligent logistics", which involves the optimization of information logistics flows that contribute to the automation of processes. That is, with the help of smart-logistics tools (information systems), efficiency increases in those processes where they are used. The movement of material flow in logistics chains requires the storage of certain stocks in warehouses. Accordingly, warehousing also needs to improve the efficiency of its activities, as well as the transportation system. The purpose of this article is to define the concept of smart logistics, its meaning and key elements. Key information technologies used in supply chain management are analyzed in the work, and the stages of their application are highlighted. The introduction of smart technologies in logistics determines clearer processes and priorities for the use of digital innovations in the company's activities.
EVALUATION OF PHYSIOLOGICAL BIOMARKERS AS POSSIBLE PREDICTIVE FACTORS AND PROGNOSIS MARKERS OF KIDNEY INJURY IN DOGS NATURALLY INFECTED WITH LEISHMANIA INFANTUM
Authors: Da Costa-Val Adriane Pimenta , Cambraia Veado Julio César , Ribeiro Vitor Marcio , Muniz dos Santos Felipe
Published: December 2023

Impaired renal function is one of the main characteristics of dogs infected with Leishmania infantum. Early diagnosis of kidney injury is essential for improving patient’s prognosis. This study aims to evaluate physiological biomarkers as predictors of kidney injury and prognostic markers. Medical records of fifty-nine dogs of different breed, age, and sex, naturally infected with L. infantum, were analyzed. Red blood cells, leucocytes, platelets count, hematocrit, total plasma proteins, plasma globulin, plasma albumin, serum creatinine, serum urea, serum phosphorus, serum symmetrical dimethyl arginine, urine analysis, urinary density, urinary protein creatinine ratio, urinary creatinine, urinary protein, and systemic blood pressure were examined in trial 0. Six months after trial 0, twenty-four dogs returned for clinical and laboratory examination. The second medical record analysis was identified as trial 1. The twenty-four dogs were examined using the same tests performed in trial 0. The physiological biomarker such as platelets and leukocyte count, hematocrit, serum phosphorus, urinary density, and systemic blood pressure, showed a significant correlation as prognostic and predictive factors of kidney injury in dogs. The platelet count was used as the physiological biomarker to show the value as a predictive factor and prognostic marker related to biomarkers of kidney injury in dogs naturally infected with L. infantum.
NEKA SPORNA PITANjA DIGITALNOG NASLEĐIVANjA
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Đurđić Milosević Tamara
Published: December 2023

The fact that we live in a digitized world means that we face new challenges every day, both in the social context and in the legal one. In this sense, in various areas of law, numerous interrelated questions are raised, such as: what is considered beyond term digital goods and which of these goods can be the subject of inheritance? As a result of trends and developments in the digital world, the concept of "digital inheritance" was born, which refers to digital assets and their succession. The digital concept of inheritance as such must be considered from two aspects. The first is technical and refers to the use of digital (electronic) data left behind by the user. The second aspect is legal and refers to the question of when one's data can be considered digital goods, i.e. digital assets? Legislation of modern legal systems on these issues is still pure and unharmonized, given that digital law is still in its infancy. Therefore, is important to analyze the impact of the digital revolution on the sphere of law, first of all, on the sphere of inheritance law and what challenges it poses to contemporary society and contemporary legal doctrine.
USLUGE GRADSKIH DATA CENTARA
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Ivkovic Nikola
Published: December 2023

The work observes the functioning and nature of the city's DATA centers. The conceptual matrix first includes an analysis of the concept of modern citizenship. It is noted that recent international acts define this term etymologically as digital citizenship. After understanding the digital concept of a citizen in the 21st century, the question of common life in the modern age opens up. The modern type of shared life is carried out in cities that function according to the principle and with the increasing role of digital technologies. Modern or smart cities are the future of a more efficient and better life for citizens. By correlating digital citizenship and smart cities, the key issue of services provided by city or local DATA centers is opened. The research indicates the key challenges faced by the functioning of city DATA centers in the local environment. Difficulties in the collision of modern and contemporary forms of social flow and bureaucratic, outdated procedures are a key hindrance to a more dynamic development of social life and contemporary communities of life.
POJAM I PRAKTIČNE IMPLIKACIJE VEŠTAČKE INTELIGENCIJE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Munjić Janko
Published: December 2023

The penetration of modern information and communication technologies into almost all spheres of human life has made radical changes in the world as we know it today, to which the emergence of artificial intelligence, as a field of technology that is intensively developing and becoming part of our daily lives, has made a significant contribution. Consequently, jurisprudence is tasked with finding solutions for emerging problems and meeting modern society's ever-increasing needs. However, while it is obvious that the hallmarks of the issues that arise in this sense are mass and complexity, the way to their resolution must begin with the fundamental notions inherent in the subject of observation. Only after a fundamental understanding of the essence of artificial intelligence is it possible to conduct an extensive and high-quality theoretical analysis of all the details related to it, while keeping in mind that practice always brings new, unexpected challenges. Therefore, the author began with a conceptual definition of artificial intelligence. The second part of the paper focuses on the mechanisms that enable artificial intelligence to evolve and operate more or less autonomously in relation to the human factor. The work's final section is devoted to the practical implications of artificial intelligence, viewed through the prism of certain general social benefits from the use of these modern technologies, as well as potential risks that may arise, with the author's personal review of the aforementioned issues.