bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Flight of the Maiden: Representations of Women and the Guitar in Brazilian Culture
Authors: Garcia Cláudia
Published: July 2023

This article examines the relationship between women and the guitar in the context of both Brazilian literary discourse and the instrument’s culture and history. To this end, I have sought out texts that illustrate intersections between women and the guitar from the perspective of both female and male authorship. We see that the guitar provides a vehicle for the woman’s voice in all its restlessness, violation, and libertarian desire; but equally, it enables the perpetuation of stereotypes linked to the mirroring of the guitar and the female body. In the absence of literary and historic records of the guitar in female hands, a discourse prevails that reinforces masculine imagery and ignores the role of women guitarists throughout the instrument’s history. This article was first published in Portuguese as “A Fuga da Donzela: Relações entre Mulheres, Violão e Discurso na Cultura Brasileira,” Revista Vórtex (Curitiba) 8, no. 3 (2020). The translation is by Diogo Alvarez.
The Guitar in Nineteenth-Century America: A Lost Social Tradition
Authors: Danner Peter
Published: July 2023

This article is one of a series of five by Peter Danner on the history of the guitar in the United States from the late eighteenth to the early twentieth century. Written between 1977 and 1994, these articles first appeared in early issues of the GFA’s magazine Soundboard. They are reprinted here in tribute to Danner’s pioneering contribution to guitar research and to bring them to the attention of a new generation of scholars. The author has generously provided a newly written introduction to the series.
Remembering Tom Heck and His Legacy
Authors: Ferguson Robert
Published: July 2023

An obituary of Thomas Heck (1943–2021), outlining his contributions to guitar scholarship, especially with reference to his seminal biography of Giuliani and his research into musical iconography. This article also describes his contribution to the classical guitar community in the United States, as the founding visionary of the Guitar Foundation of America.
Archetypes (Sérgio Assad, Clarice Assad, Third Coast Percussion)
Authors: Cornelius Nathan
Published: July 2023

A review of  Archetypes, by Sérgio Assad, Clarice Assad, and Third Coast Percussion (Cedille 201, 2021, 1 compact disc).
EFFECT OF BUSINESS RISK, COMPANY SIZE, SALES GROWTH, AND TOTAL ASET TURNOVER AGAINST DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
Authors: Suselo Intan , Kosadi Ferry
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of business risk, company size, and sales growth Total Asset Turnover Against Debt to Equity Ratio. The method used in this research is a quantitative method with a descriptive and verification approach. The data analysis technique used in this study is the classical assumption, multiple linear regression test, person correlation coefficient test (product moment), test the coefficient of determination (R2), and hypothesis testing both partially (t test) and simultaneously (f test) using the help of the SPSS version 25 program. Based on the research results show that in testing the hypothesis (t test) the results are: (1) Business Risk (DOL) has a significant effect on Debt to Equity Ratio. (2) Company size has no significant effect on Debt to Equity Ratio. (3) Company growth has a significant effect on Debt to Equity Ratio. (4) Total Asset Turn Over has a significant effect on Debt to Equity Ratio. (5) Business Risk, Company Size, Sales Growth, and Total Asset Turn Over provide a simultaneous (together) effect on Debt to Equity Ratio.(6)
Following the recommendations concerning pulmonary rehabilitation by parents of children with cystic fibrosis
Authors: Kuna Oktawia , Woś Halina , Kordys-Darmolińska Bożena , Ciukszo Agnieszka , Durmała Jacek , Śliwiński Zbigniew , Mikos Marcin , Raczkowski Jan W. , Curyło Mateusz
Published: July 2023

Introduction. When performed according to the most recent standards, rehabilitation and nebulization enable the prevention of progression of cystic fibrosis.
Aim. The aim of the study was to assess the parents’ knowledge concerning the disease, education of pro-health attitudes, taking care of pulmonary rehabilitation equipment, and following the recommendations on how to perform inhalations correctly.
Materials and methods. Seventy-four parents with at least one child affected by cystic fibrosis participated in a survey, where we applied our own questionnaire.
Results. A majority of the parents claim to possess knowledge about the disease and to be familiar with the specialist terminology; however, a control question does not confirm that. Only 50% of the respondents take advantage of a positive influence of physical effort on the respiratory function, whereas 50% of the children assume incorrect positions during nebulization, and merely half of the parents maintain nebulization equipment in the right way.
Conclusions. Parents still need further education concerning their children’s condition, the principles of their rehabilitation, hygiene, the ways of properly maintaining the equipment, as well as dosing the suitable amount of physical activity on a daily basis.
Dokumentacja medyczna w praktyce fizjoterapeuty. Aspekty prawno-administracyjne
Authors: Pęcherz Tomasz , Curyło Mateusz , Mikos Marcin , Rynkiewicz-Andryśkiewicz Marlena , Kucharska Ewa , Raczkowski Jan W.
Published: July 2023

Dokumentacja medyczna jest bardzo często traktowana przez pracowników medycznych jako dodatkowy, przykry i zbyteczny obowiązek. Jednakże obecnie stanowi podstawowe, niepodważalne źródło obrony przed wszelkimi roszczeniami pacjentów, zarówno formalnymi, dotyczącymi prawidłowości prowadzonej dokumentacji, jak i merytorycznymi, związanymi ze stawianymi zarzutami błędu w sztuce medycznej w trakcie udzielania świadczenia.
Exploring the Direction of Change in the Mathematics Area of the College Scholastic Ability Test According to the Application of the 2022 Revised Mathematics Curriculum
Authors:   The Korea Society Of Educational Studies In Mathematics, Choi Inseon , Lee Sehyung , Moon Duyeol , Baek Seungju
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study is to predict changes in the mathematics area of the College Scholastic Ability Test(CSAT) following the introduction of the 2022 revised mathematics curriculum and to seek educational implications for mathematical evaluation. To this end, the contents of the 2022 and 2023 CSAT items, where the 2015 revised mathematics curriculum was applied, were analyzed based on the 2022 revised mathematics curriculum. The results of this study are as follows. First of all, in the 2022 revised mathematics curriculum, the number of elective subjects increased significantly compared to the 2015 revised mathematics curriculum, and the content area between subjects was reorganized and the achievement standards for each content area were changed. Second, changes in curriculum terms and preferences have been confirmed to cause changes in various details, such as changes in terms available in the CSAT, as well as changes in the content area, evaluation goals, and complexity of item calculation. Third, it was confirmed that some of the CSAT items under the 2015 revised mathematics curriculum may weaken the evaluation factors or limit the evaluation of mathematical thinking of related concepts due to changes in the 2022 revised mathematics curriculum. This study is significant in that it could be useful data for the 2028 CSAT by reviewing changes in the application of the 2022 revised mathematics curriculum and presenting factors to be considered in the evaluation of high school mathematics education.
DIMENSÕES DO MARKETING SENSORIAL E HUMANIZAÇÃO EM PEDIATRIAS HOSPITALARES: ESTUDO DE SATISFAÇÃO DOS ACOMPANHANTES
Authors: Sausen Juliana da Fonseca Capssa Lima , Baggio Daniel Knebel , Froemming Lurdes Marlene Seide , Bussler Nairana Radtke Caneppele
Published: July 2023

Com base na necessidade de estudos de marketing sensorial na área hospitalar e de atendimento ao paciente infantil, na relevância do marketing sensorial para a humanização dos serviços de saúde e para o desenvolvimento do paciente infantil, e no importante papel dos acompanhantes durante a internação de crianças; este artigo busca identificar quais dimensões do marketing sensorial tornam o trabalho de humanização mais satisfatório em pediatrias hospitalares, mediante a percepção dos acompanhantes das crianças internadas nestes espaços. Foram utilizados dados coletados de questionários, aplicados a acompanhantes de crianças internadas em pediatrias de três hospitais filantrópicos do noroeste do Rio Grande do Sul. A interpretação e análise dos dados ocorreu por meio de análise descritiva e inferencial. Os resultados evidenciaram como cada constructo impactou nas práticas de humanização, mediante as percepções dos acompanhantes das crianças, destacando o tato e o olfato como as dimensões sensoriais que mais justificam a satisfação destes com o trabalho de humanização nos locais de investigação do estudo. Evidenciou-se, ainda, as contribuições do marketing sensorial para o bem-estar físico e emocional dos pacientes e seus acompanhantes, refletindo na qualidade dos serviços de saúde prestados.
POR QUE OS HOMENS PARTICIPAM MENOS DA DIVISÃO DO TRABALHO DOMÉSTICO? UMA DISCUSSÃO A PARTIR DAS SUAS PRÓPRIAS PERCEPÇÕES
Authors: Ribeiro Fabiana de Fátima Matos Queiroz , Mota-Santos Carolina Maria , Carvalho Neto Antônio , Gomes Neto Manoel Bastos
Published: July 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar as percepções de homens trabalhadores, pais, casados e qualificados sobre a divisão das atividades domésticas quando se compara à dedicação da companheira que também trabalha. Trata-se se de um estudo qualitativo, um estudo de caso. Foram realizadas 25 entrevistas semiestruturadas e analisadas com base nas técnicas de análise de conteúdo. O trabalho expande a discussão referente a dificuldade dos homens em enxergarem as tarefas domésticas que precisam ser realizadas. Os achados também agregam novas informações à literatura quanto aos motivos que levam os homens a participarem menos da divisão do trabalho doméstico.  O presente estudo amplia o debate sobre os papeis sociais, realizados tanto por homens como por mulheres, o qual é de vital importância rumo à equidade de gênero no ambiente de trabalho e no lar. Observa-se a carência de estudos na área da administração que busquem entender o significado da masculinidade do ponto de vista do homem no contexto atual, explorando as esferas do trabalho, da família e como essas percepções refletem nas teorias atuais e nas relações.
Análise de desempenho de um sistema de modelagem atmosférica em nuvens computacionais
Authors: Melo Mateus S. de , Drummond Lúcia M. A. , P. Souto Roberto
Published: July 2023

A utilização de nuvens computacionais em computação de alto desempenho tem levantado questões sobre a vantagem desse tipo de sistema em relação a sistemas tradicionais (on premise). Porém, comparar esses dois sistemas não é trivial, devido a diversos fatores como a quantidade de soluções que os provedores de nuvens oferecem e também do comportamento da aplicação. Este estudo visou analisar o modelo numérico de previsão de tempo e clima BRAMS nos dois sistemas. Observou-se que para um estudo de caso pequeno, a aplicação possui desempenho semelhantemente nos sistemas. Também foi analisado o custo da execução da aplicação em diferentes mercados ofertados pela AWS, que para o problema utilizado, é aconselhado o uso do mercado spot.
Viés Racial em Modelos de Inteligência Artificial para Classificação de Melanomas
Authors: Paulino José Alberto Souza
Published: July 2023

O uso de inteligência artificial (IA) para a detecção de câncer de pele tem sido objeto de muita pesquisa e desenvolvimento nos últimos anos. No entanto, estudos recentes sugerem que alguns algoritmos de classificação de câncer de pele podem ter viés racial, com desempenho pior em pacientes com pele mais escura. Nesse artigo, avaliamos o desempenho de um modelo de IA ao classificar melanomas em 10 diferentes tons de pele, de acordo com a Escala Monk. Como resultado, foi observado que os modelos têm pior desempenho para classificar melanomas em peles mais escuras.
Diretrizes Ético-Jurídicas para o Design e Uso de Inteligência Artificial na Administração Pública
Authors: Teixeira Raphael Lobato Collet Janny
Published: July 2023

O presente artigo propõe diretrizes ético-jurídicas para nortear a Administração Pública no design e uso de Inteligência Artificial, a saber: i) Excelência na prestação de serviços públicos; ii) Centralidade do ser humano; iii) Segurança e Precaução; iv) Controle e Supervisão por seres humanos; v) Explicabilidade e Revisibilidade das decisões automatizadas; vi) Correção de vieses algorítmicos; vii) Transparência e Disponibilidade de dados públicos; viii) Privacidade e Segurança da Informação; e ix) Responsabilidade pelo adequado funcionamento.
iGo: Um Protótipo de Software Gamificado para Auxiliar Crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista na realização de Atividades de Vida Diária
Authors: Sousa Junior Antonio Alves de , Melo Lafayette Batista
Published: July 2023

As atividades de vida diária referem-se às tarefas rotineiras de autocuidado, como alimentação, higiene pessoal, vestir-se, locomoção e outras atividades básicas. Para indivíduos com Transtorno do Espectro Autista, essas atividades podem representar desafios para a autonomia e independência. Este artigo apresenta como o design centrado no usuário foi utilizado no processo de prototipagem de um aplicativo móvel que auxilia crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista na realização de atividades da vida diária. Além disso, são discutidas as versões de usuário do aplicativo iGo, incluindo aquelas para crianças com autismo, bem como para pais e terapeutas e como a Análise do Comportamento Aplicada e da gamificação foram usadas no design da aplicação.
App O.Way: plataforma de monitoramento para analisar fragmentação espacial urbana no Brasil
Authors: Flores Iago , Pires Barbara , Coelho Marlon , Redon Sergio , Santos Karina , Bernardes Antônio , Couto Danielle
Published: July 2023

A fragmentação espacial é um agravamento e aprofundamento da segregação social urbana. Projetos de pesquisa nesta área consistem em rastrear e seguir determinados sujeitos em seus trajetos cotidianos pelas cidades. Para efetivar este procedimento metodológico foi necessário a elaboração de tecnologias de captação de dados, com o objetivo de desenvolver uma interface denominada Plataforma O.Way, que conta com duas plataformas: mobile e web, bem como a apresentação de testes na cidade de SP, mapeamentos, e análise dos resultados obtidos por pesquisadores envolvidos neste estudo que envolveu 10 cidades brasileiras.
Die erste Zivilrechtskodifikation Chinas
Authors: Wang Qiang
Published: July 2023

With the entry into force of the Civil Code of the PRC (2021), China accomplished the codification of its civil law wholly. The beginning of this codification endeavor is actually marked by the first civil code in the entire Chinese legal history, the Civil Code Draft of the Qing-Dynasty (German abbr.: ZGE), inspired by the German BGB and launched during the late imperial time (1911). Based on the worldwide first German and thus first foreign language translation of the entire ZGE as well as its first German commentary by both the ZGE-legislator and the author, the present book makes a legal-historical, legal-cultural, legal-comparative and legal-dogmatic analysis of the ZGE and presents it comprehensively to the German-speaking jurists, researchers in forensic-linguistics, legal translation and Chinese legal culture all around the world.
Stobaeana
Authors: Dorandi Tiziano
Published: July 2023

This book serves as prolegomena to a new edition of the first two books of the Anthology of Stobaeus (5thc. CE). This edition will replace the now outdated one by C. Wachsmuth published in 1884. After having drawn up a detailed list of all the manuscripts of the Anthology, Tiziano Dorandi analyzes the relationships between these witnesses in order to determine their importance in the establishment of Stobaeus' text. For the first time a stemma codicum will be drawn for this purpose. The criteria followed in the edition deviate considerably from those applied by Wachmuth. The volume is enriched with a bibliography, indices and a concordance.
Agrivoltaic: Solar Radiation for Clean Energy and Sustainable Agriculture with Positive Impact on Nature
Authors: Wydra Kerstin , Vollmer Vera , Busch Christin , Prichta Susann
Published: July 2023

Climate change and land use conflicts represent two of the greatest challenges worldwide. Climate change affects agricultural production by more frequent and more intense extreme weather events besides the continuing temperature and carbon dioxide increase. The most important climate mitigation measure is the abolishment of fossil fuels, and climate change adaptation is needed for sustainable crop production. The concept of agrivoltaics (AV) combines the installation of a photovoltaic (PV) system for clean energy generation with an agricultural use on the same area, increasing land use efficiency and creating synergy effects to adapt agriculture to climate change by protecting crops from extreme weather events. Recently, interest in AV systems is booming in many countries with an estimate 14 GW of electricity being produced by AV worldwide. Latest technical options of AV systems are described, and the advantage for crops is evaluated. Additionally, environmental effects are reviewed, in terms of influences on microclimate, biodiversity, soil conditions and water management. Optimal technical options for installation and management of AV and results of life cycle analyses are presented. Economic comparison showed that if electricity is directly consumed on-farm, an amortization could be achieved after 3.22 years, based on the present electricity costs in Germany.
Perspective Chapter: Plate Tectonics and Global Dynamics of Biodiversity
Authors: V. Snakin Valeriy
Published: July 2023

The article analyses the relationship between tectonic plate movements and global biodiversity dynamics. A new tectonic hypothesis of the causes of mass extinctions of biological species, which have repeatedly occurred in the history of the biosphere, is considered. It is proposed that the triggering mechanism for such extinctions is the periodic unification of lithospheric plates, leading to the formation of supercontinents and, consequently, to a decrease in the geographical isolation of species, increased interspecific competition, climate change, a decrease in the shelf area, changes in global sea level, and other determinants of biodiversity. The separation of lithospheric plates increases the degree of geographic isolation and, conversely, causes a new burst of species diversity that is greater than the previous one, as it engages the species best suited to the changing environment and wins the competition. The tectonic factor (geodynamics) thus becomes an important factor in the dynamics of biodiversity and evolution in general. Similarly, the dynamics of biodiversity are affected by contemporary processes of globalization: the human-accelerated reduction of habitats for native species, the removal of the factor of geographic isolation due to introduction, and increasing invasions are also leading to another mass extinction.
Virtuální aktiva a virtuální měny – obsah a vývoj pojmu, právní povaha, regulace a možná úskalí
Authors: Schwarzová Aneta
Published: July 2023

Příspěvek je zaměřen na aktuální problematiku virtuálních aktiv, virtuálních měn a jejich vývoj v posledních letech. Autorka blíže specifikuje jednotlivá hlediska, jakými na virtuální aktiva právo nahlíží. Kromě dílčích ustanovení, která se vyskytují v českém právním řádu, stanovisek tuzemských institucí a pohledů z řad odborné veřejnosti, uvádí také příklady zahraničních úprav, které jsou zastoupeny podle různých přístupů v daných státech k této problematice. Ve svém příspěvku upozorňuje na možná úskalí, která se promítají do různých sfér a zamýšlí se nad případnými způsoby, jaká možná řešení tyto situace nabízejí.
Exploring the Interplay between ‘Fashion’ and ‘Evidence-based’ Policy:
Authors: Pinheiro Rómulo , Nordstrand Berg Laila , Kekäle Jouni , Tynkkynen Liina-Kaisa
Published: July 2023

This paper takes a critical view of the interplay between two widespread approaches towards policy making and the ways in which they have played out in the critical realms of higher education and health care in the Nordic context over the last decade. It adopts a multiple case study design substantiated on a cross-sectorial and cross-national compara- tive approach. Empirically, we provide case evidence from Norway and Finland. The paper’s conceptual foundations are based on seminal work emanating from the policy- transfer literature combined with key insights from organisational theory and its neo- institutional tradition. We address recent calls for a better understanding of the policy- formation process across national jurisdictions and sectors of the economy.
Diagnosis of penile denervation in the bull: a review
Authors: Waters Katelyn , Hopper Richard , Douglas Jamie M.
Published: July 2023

Healthy bulls with satisfactory breeding potential are important to the beef cattle industry. Erection, mounting, intromission, and ejaculation with deposition of semen into the cow’s reproductive tract define successful mating for a breeding bull. Healthy bulls with satisfactory breeding potential are a vital part of the beef cattle industry. While injuries to the penile nerves are relatively uncommon, damage to the dorsal penile nerves is often a career ending injury for a bull. Disease processes that commonly affect the dorsal nerve of the penis include penile hematomas (via rupture of the tunica albuginea) and complex preputial injuries extending into penile tissues. Penile hematomas, cavernosal shunts, and complex preputial injuries can all cause failure of the penis to effectively achieve intromission. Evidence of failed intromission is most commonly described as continual searching of the bull’s glans penis during mounting and absence of the ejaculatory lunge. Disturbance of the dorsal nerve of the penis is strongly suspected following a test mating where no structural or musculoskeletal abnormalities are noted, yet the bull fails to achieve intromission. Definitive diagnosis of denervation of the dorsal nerve of the penis requires advanced diagnostics. The sensory nerve conduction velocity test evaluates nerve functional integrity via measurements of amplitude and velocity of delivered electrical signals. An efficient and rapid diagnosis of dorsal penile nerve injury is important to provide the owner a useful prognosis so that they can make an appropriate management decision to diminish economic losses.
РЕКОНСТРУКЦЯ ПЯТИЭТАЖНОЙ ЗАСТРОЙКИ
Authors: Полещук Максим Николаевич , Объедкова Анна Викторовна
Published: July 2023

В современных условиях вопрос реконструкции и модернизации жилых домов вызывает все больший интерес среди исследователей и практиков в области градостроительства и архитектуры. Особенный интерес представляет реконструкция пятиэтажной застройки, которая является одним из наиболее распространенных типов жилых домов, построенных в СССР в середине 20-го века.
SOME PROBLEMS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AUDIO RECORDING IN CIVIL PROCEEDINGS
Authors: Альтах Ксения Витальевна , Юрина Карина Дмитриевна , Воронцова Ирина Викторовна
Published: July 2023

Статья посвящена достаточно актуальной теме на сегодняшний день - проблеме осуществления аудиопротоколирования в гражданском процессе. Одной из главных задач гражданского процесса является установление истины в деле. Одним из важнейших инструментов при этом является аудиопротоколирование - запись свидетельских показаний, речей сторон и других важных фактов происходящего на заседании.

The article is devoted to a rather topical topic today - the problem of audio recording in civil proceedings. One of the main tasks of the civil process is to establish the truth in the case. One of the most important tools in this case is audio recording - recording testimonies, speeches of the parties and other important facts of what is happening at the meeting.
ECOLOGICAL REALISM AND DIVERSITY STABILITY OF ZOOPLANKTONS IN DIFFERENT CLIMATIC CONDITIONS
Authors: TIWARY CHANDRA BHUSHAN
Published: July 2023

The impact of ecological realism upon relation between speciesrichness and community variables in three experimental setting increasinglyexposed to external forces. The results showed species stability in natural,while moderate deviation in laboratory and minimum in temporary resources.The result also showed that species diversity is less due to both natural andenvironmental forcing
A NOTE ON THE KERRIA LACCA IN TROPICALCONDITIONS
Authors: . KANAKLATA
Published: July 2023

The lac is resinous secretion of lac insects which has greatimportance in several industries and also used sometime as medicine. Thecommon lac insect (Kerrialacca) adheres to soft plant twigs and branches tocomplete their life cycle in not more than 3 months. This investigation wascarried to study their biology in tropical regions like India to enhanceproductivity.
Photoperiodic Supervision and Adaptability in Avian System
Authors: Gupta Preeti , Malik Shalie
Published: July 2023

Photoperiodism is a prime selective force and in response to photoperiod and other supplementary environmental cues, birds exhibitbehavioral and physiological responses. Birds have developed specialized temporal programming for the adaptation to their activities during 24-h of periodicity. To maintain the successful survival of progeny, they use both environmental cues and endogenous cycles in the suitable time window of the year. These timing mechanisms commonly involve an internal molecular oscillator which we called as ‘clock’ (s) that is ‘entrained’ to the environmental cycle. They express their endogenous cycles in physiology and behavior by receptor mechanisms responding to appropriate environmental signals (‘Zeitgeber’, i.e. time-giver) that allow anticipation of the seasons. Birds can respond to environmental stimuli in 3 key ways: disperse, adjust through phenotypic plasticity, or adapt through genetic changes. In this article, we discussed thesignificance of ecological factors affecting bird’s physiology and behavior.Furthermore, the migratory songbird’s performancealong with downstream proceedingsabout these factors and their adaptive approaches towards nature’scircuitry
Fish Diversity and Community of Mone Wetland in Siwan District
Authors: Khatoon Naghma
Published: July 2023

The Mone wetland connected to Gandak River in monsoon period contribute to its water profile and aquatic biodiversity. There is restricted study only available in such mesotrophic and river related wetland. This study was an endeavor to the fish species composition, diversity and distribution in three sites of river. The captured fishes were identified according to taxonomic keys. The study approached that adequate fish diversity due to water depth, availability of nutrients and other environmental factors. The fish diversity and biomass is maximum in site II have potential under proper management. This river might be developed as fishery work for local communities of Siwan district.
Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development: India’s Heritage Contribution
Authors: Singh Vinay Kumar
Published: July 2023

Biodiversity, the variety of life on earth, is vital to social and economic development, and is indeed fundamental to our survival. Over the years, retrospective wisdom and the development experiences have guided us in favor of the commonsensical understanding that protecting the variety of life forms and their infinitely complex interactions; form the very basis for long-lasting and inclusive development. In other words, environment, or more specifically biodiversity and its invaluable and often irreplaceable ecosystem services, from the air we breathe to the water we drink, are the very foundation on which viable long –term development rests
Periphyton Community Structure of the Spring-fed Foot-hill Stream Tamsa Nadi from Doon Valley, Uttarakhand, India
Authors: Baluni Pratibha , Bahuguna Pankaj , . Rajani , Rayal Rajesh , Kahera Nikhil Singh
Published: July 2023

The periphyton diversity of the spring-fed foothill stream Tamsa Nadi from Doon Valley, Uttarakhand, India was studied during March 2020 to February 2021. The outcome of the present study was that 29 different genera of periphyton, of which 49% belonged to Bacillariophyceae, 37% to Chlorophyceae, 9% to Myxophyceae and 5% to Copepoda class. It was found that the periphyton diversity in Tamsa River, 29 genera were observed in Upper stretch, 23 in middle stretch and 16 in lower stretch. Bacillariophyceae was the most dominant group of periphyton observed in all the seasons and from all upper, middle and lower stretch from Tamsa stream
Impact of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) on the Nervous System: A Critical Review
Authors: Tripathi Anurag , Prakash Shri , Tripathi Prem Narayan
Published: July 2023

The present study is based on the thorough and critical review of more than 30 research and review articles published in highly reputed scientific journals during past two years and available on prestigious scientific search engines like PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Google Scholar, after the emergence and worldwide occurrence of Corona virus disease (COVID-19). Most of the studies indicate that other body systems like the cardiovascular system, hepatic system, renal system and nervous system are also affected by the corona virus along with the respiratory tract leading to multiple organ failure and other co-morbidities. Adequate preliminary reports suggest that the corona virus severely devastates the peripheral and central nervous system after invading through many direct or indirect neural pathways. Earlier studies indicate that the virus exhibits a wide range of neurological manifestations including Cerebro-vascular implications, acute polyneuropathy, headache, encephalopathy, encephalitis, seizures, hypogeusia as well as some non specific symptoms. However more studies are needed to authenticate the impact of the virus on the different components of the brain and Neuro- endocrine system. In the present study the impact of impact of corona virus on the different segments of the nervous system and their postulated molecular mechanism as well as manifestations have been reviewed. In addition, the possible neural pathways that lead to the entry of the virus within the nervous system have also been thoroughly discussed.
The Molecular Profiling and HCV RNA Quantification to Study the Distribution of Different HCV Genotypes in Accordance to Geographical Condition
Authors: Kumar Vijay , Thapliyal Priya , Rayal Rajesh , Saharan Baljeet Singh , Kumar Arun , Sahni Shweta
Published: July 2023

The HCV RNA quantification provides insight for treating and curing the HCV (Hepatitis C Virus) and HCC (Hepatocellular Carcinoma). This study deals with the molecular profiling of HCV RNA viral load and the molecular investigation of the HCV RNA genotypes. The distribution of various genotypes among the population is studied in this paper. Total 94 EDTA blood samples were taken from suspected HCV reactive patients from the different hospitals including OPDs and IPDs of in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. The RNA extraction was performed by the QIAamp Viral RNA mini kit (cat. no. 52904) and the HCV RNA quantification was performed by Rotor Gene Q 5 Plex Real Time PCR machine. The HCV genotypic characterization was performed by the Real Time PCR Technology utilizing Sansure (Korea) Biotech kit. Out of 94 samples collected for HCV RNA quantification, 44.7% (42 cases) were with target was not detected and 55.3%, i.e., 52 cases were with high viral load. HCV genotype 3 was found to be the most prevalent in 65.62% of the cases i.e. 21 cases in total. The presence of HCV genotype varies within the different geographical conditions because of the differences in the major causative factors. The HCV RNA viral load was quantified in 52 samples with high HCV RNA viral load and their titer values were observed in between the 34 IU/ml to 1.10×108 IU/ml and the other 42 samples were not considered for genotyping because of low viral load in them.
Histoenzymological Distribution of Acetylcholinesterase in the Rostral Mesencephalic Torus Semicircularis and Tegmental Nuclei of an Indian air Breathing Teleost Heteropneustes fossilis
Authors: Tripathi Anurag
Published: July 2023

Mesencephalon or mid brain of the fishes consists of dorsal roof or optic tectum and ventral roof or tegmentum. Optic tectum (OT) in the presently studied specimen is a bilobed structure which is composed of six stratified zones of differently shaped and differently sized neurons. Tegmental area is the major component of the mid brain of fishes which is responsible for diverse functions and it comprises many cholinergic and cholinoceptive nuclear groups particularly the rostral tegmental area in which many caudal thalamic and hypothalamic nuclei diffuse. Enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE) which hydrolyses the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in to choline and acetate at the synaptic cleft is a prime marker of cholinergic-cholinoceptive neurons in the vertebrate central nervous system. In the present study a histochemical technique was carried out to locate AChE in the tegmental area described by Hedreen J.C. et.al (1985).In the tegmentum of Heteropneustes the density of acetylcholinesterase stained cells was very high. In the dorsal and rostral tegmental nuclei some AChE positive cells were observed which were abundant in latter. The nucleus anterioris tuberis and nucleus lataralis tuberis which are the hypothalamic nuclei diffused in mesencephalic area displayed very intense AChE positive cells while central pretectal nuclei exhibited medium to weak stained cells. Dorsal posterior nucleus and central posterior nucleus of thalamus also showed intensely AChE stained cells. AChE positive cells were observed in the whole rostro-caudal extension of the tuberal area and lateral recess nuclei. The present results corroborate the previously reported connection between the rostral tegmental nucleus and the nucleus of thalamus and pretectal area and to the hypothalamus on the basis of degree of AChE intensity. Present findings have also been discussed in the light of previous findings on other vertebrate groups
Impact of Different Individual Games on Selected Personality Traits
Authors: Narayan Deo , Agashe C. D. , Verma K. D.
Published: July 2023

The objective of the study was to find out the significant difference among the female elite players of five difference individual games in selected personality traits (Psychoticism, Extraversion, Neuroticism and Lie). The study was conducted by taking equal sample size related to five different Individual games. 100 Elite female players were selected from five different games. 20 subjects were selected from Athletics, 20 subjects were selected from Boxing, 20 subjects were selected from Badminton, 20 subjects were selected from Powerlifting, and 20 subjects were selected from Wrestling. The study was conducted by taking basic Personality traits (Psychoticism, Extraversion, Neuroticism and Lie) as an independent variable (I.V.) and by taking five different individual games as dependent variable (D.V.). It was decided to go for a Hindi version of Eysenck’s PEN Inventory prepared by Monen, D. K., & Malhotra, S. K., (1987). On the basis of the objectives of the study, descriptive statistics, One Way Analysis of Variance and LSD Post-Hoc test were used. Significant difference was found between paired means of Extraversion, the paired of Athletics & Powerlifting (sig. = .012), Boxing & Powerlifting (sig. = .008) and Badminton & Powerlifting (sig. = .017) at .05 level of significance. In Neuroticism, the paired of Athletics & Wrestling (sig. = .011) and Boxing & Wrestling (sig. = .027) were found significant. On the other hand, in Extraversion, the paired of means Athletics & Boxing (sig. = .459), Athletics & Badminton (sig. = .893), Athletics & Wrestling (sig. = .053), Boxing & Badminton (sig. = .382), Badminton & wrestling (sig. = .071) and Powerlifting & Wrestling (sig. = .545) were found insignificant
Seasonal Zooplankton Community of Shatiya Wetland in Gopalganj District of North Bihar
Authors: Pallvi Manisha
Published: July 2023

Zooplankton community is cosmopolitan in nature and they inhabit all freshwater habitats of theworld. These species are not only useful as bio-indicators, but are also helpful for amelioratingpolluted waters. Hence qualitative and quantitative studies of zooplankton diversity are of greatimportance. In the present study, monthly changes in diversity and density of zooplanktonassemblages had been recorded during July 2021 to March 2022 at two selected sites of Shatiyawetland in Gopalganj district of Bihar (India). The population abundance is appropriate in thiswetland during the study period which might be able for sufficient fish productivity.
Studies on Physicochemical Status of Two Ponds in Chapra District
Authors: Kumari Anubha , Bhardwaj Nalini
Published: July 2023

Physicochemical characteristics of two ponds at Chapra district were studied. The investigationwas focused on the determination of water quality parameters such as temperature, pH, DO,alkalinity, nitrite, nitrate and other factors showing that the water quality of these ponds complywith suitability of growth of some fishes.
Multi-response Optimization of Machining Parameters in Inconel 718 End Milling Process Through RSM-MOGA
Authors: Kalra Gourav , Gupta Arun Kumar
Published: July 2023

Most of the time, thin walls may be developed during milling operations to manufacturecomplicated dies and moulds. In current high-speed machining, bending these thin wallsis expected owing to thermal expansion, making it a common source of dimensional error.Workpiece temperature (WT) with a response Machine time has been considered outputresponses. By adopting a unique technique, the response surface methodology during 2.5 Dmilling of Inconel 718, an anti-corrosive material, we could reach the best process parameterscombination for minimizing workpiece temperature. The workpiece’s temperature wasdetermined by three sets of combinations of k-type thermocouples while the surface testermeasured surface quality. Box–Behnken design has been used to conduct 26 trials to determinethe best combinations of parameters. Several process variables were examined, includingcutting speed, feed per tooth, depth of cut, and tool nose radius, and ANOVA has been usedto quantify the impact of these variables. A multi-objective genetic algorithm based on theregression model has been applied to optimize the parameters. Five structural experiments werealso conducted to verify this optimized process parameters combination, which was provenmore successful.
The Problematics of Parenthood in the Shiva Trilogy by Amish
Authors: Bala Saroj , Dwivedi Rajiv Ranjan
Published: July 2023

The paper attempts to analyze the perennial issue of parenthood through a psychoanalyticalperspective, in a mythical context for making it relevant for the present generation which ismore inclined towards western cultural values. Myths have been used as a tool by authorsto discuss contemporary issues and challenges in society. The representation of child-parentrelationships has always been one of the most coveted subjects for writers in general and newagewriters in particular. Kahlil Gibran, renowned Lebanese American poet advocates detachedindividuality in the relationship between parents and children. In this context Shiva Trilogy, oneof the most popular works by Amish is relevant to refer to. The psychoanalytical lens probesthe conceptual framework of the text for endorsing responsible parenting as a must for rearingchildren for the greater good of society in general by citing examples from the Shiva Trilogy.
Synthesis and Antimicrobial Studies of Isoxazole Derivatives
Authors: Pathak Archana , Sharma Neha
Published: July 2023

The substituted isoxazoles are considered to be important synthons due to their versatility towardschemical transformations to useful synthetic intermediates. The isoxazoles are five memberedheterocyclic ring containing two hetero atoms. They have broad spectrum of biological andpharmacological activities. Such as Antibacterial, antitumor, anti-flammatory, anti-fungal etc.Isoxazoles were synthesized by reaction of chalcones derivatives with hydroxylamine. Thefinal product have been characterized by IR, 1H NMR and 13C NMR spectra. These compoundswere also screened for their antibacterial and anti- fungal activities. Growth of S. aureus (grampositive), E.Coli (gram negative) bacteria and Candida albicans, Aspergillus niger are inhibitby the action of synthesized compounds.
Synthesis and Biological Significance of Pyrimidine Derivatives as New Anti-bacterial Agents
Authors: Pathak Archana , Kumar Mahendra
Published: July 2023

A heterocyclic moiety has great biological and medicinal significance. The variouspharmacological activities discussed here proves biological importance of pyrimidinemoietyAmong the diverse biological activities of pyrimidine derivatives are antiviral,anticancer, antifungal, antimalarial, sedative, hypnotic, anticonvulsant, anthelmintic, andantithyroid properties. The present research aims to focus on account of important chemicalmoiety, various derivatives of pyrimidine and its as antimicrobial agents. In the current studieswe synthesize pyrimidines derivatives derivatives and in vitro antimicrobial activities whichcan facilitate the development of more potent and effective antimicrobial agents.
Socio-economic Compulsions on Climate Change and Energy Security of India
Authors: Singh Surender , Lal Deep , Thakur Rachna , Devi Suchitra
Published: July 2023

The socio-economic regulation has significant impact in shaping foreign policy choices of anycountry. This paper tries to analyze one major thrust in Indian foreign policy: climate changeand energy security. It focuses on the domestic factors and compulsions in shaping the foreignpolicy of India on specific issues related to social welfare of the common people. Ideationalliberalism one of the important variant of liberalism makes an important assumption that socioeconomicregulations play an important role in framing the foreign policy of any country. Itis significant to identify how the Indian foreign policy makers have decoded these domesticcompulsions and incorporated demands into government policies. An investigation is based onthe premises that socio-economic domestic compulsions have significant capability to influencethe choices of Indian foreign policy.
Toughness and Ductile Brittle Transition Temperature of Different Mineral Filler Reinforced TPOs Composites
Authors: Singh Amresh Kumar , Chhetri Manjit Singh , Mishra Pushyamitra
Published: July 2023

The effect of different mineral fillers (Talc, calcium carbonate, clay, mica) on the tougheningbehavior and ductile-brittle transition temperature (DBTT) of TPOs composites has beeninvestigated in the paper. An attempt was made to investigate impact strength to determine theDBTT of the mineral-modified TPO composite system by employing a series of mineral fillers.Impact tests at different temperatures were carried out to detect ductile and brittle fractures.Data is then related and interpreted in terms of the basic structure-property relationship, byvarying the percentage of mineral filler content in the TPO composite system. Variation ofimpact properties has also been correlated to the yield behavior of unmodified blends as wellas mineral-modified TPO systems and DBTT of the mineral-modified blends. The data ofimpact & tensile tests are used to deduce model equations that are used to draw simulations forpredicting the physical properties of new combined systems. Variable trends in a decrease intoughness were revealed by the results. This effect is more functional with the assimilation oftalc. The viscosity of the impact modifier directly affects the crazing, shear yielding, cavitation,and dimensional stability of the composite. These factors are eventually responsible for thebrittle or ductile failure of the system.
Comparison of Antioxidant, Phytochemical Profiling of Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi)
Authors: Pandey Ashwani , Madan Sanjay , Sandhiya Kumari , Sharma Ruchi , Raturi Akansha , Bhatt Ashmita , Gaurav Naveen
Published: July 2023

The manufacturing of herbal products is now rising quickly worldwide. A variety of healthynatural ingredients have been assessed as treatments for various diseases. The Scrophulariaceaefamily of perennial creeping plants includes Bacopa monnieri, most often referred to asBrahmi, mostly found in areas that are marshy, damp, and humid. Bacopa monnieri is a wellknownnatural remedy that is frequently used as a memory booster all over the world. It is awell-known ayurvedic herb with a lot of benefits. This plant’s leaf extract is frequently used inthe care of illness. The current review discusses the phytochemical constituent, anti-microbialand anti-oxidant properties of Bacopa monnieri Linn. (Brahmi) as well as its pharmacologicaleffects. Numerous disorders, including Alzheimer’s, Schizophrenia, Parkinson’s, and numerousskin problems, are treated with Bacopa monnieri. It exhibits properties that are anti-depressant,anti-anxiety, antioxidant, anti-inflammation, anti-microbial, and anti-fungal. Bacopa monnieriLinn. has been used to isolate several compounds; Alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, and otherphytochemical constituents including Bacoside A and Bacoside B.
Exploring the relationship between bacterial vaginosis and socioeconomic factors in Bundelkhand region: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Tripathi Deepika , Saxena Dr Rishi , Agarwal Dr Sippy
Published: July 2023

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition affecting women of reproductive age, which can cause a range of adverse health outcomes. The cross-sectional study aims to investigate the association between BV and socioeconomic factors, including age groups, education level, income, and hygiene measures, in the Bundelkhand region of India, with the goal of informing public health interventions to reduce the burden of Bacterial Vaginosis. The study included 250 symptomatic pregnant women (with written consent) from different socioeconomic backgrounds and locations within the Bundelkhand region. Vaginal swabs were taken and Nugent's score was calculated to determine the presence of BV. The diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis was based on Amsel's criteria, which includes the pH of vaginal secretion, the presence of clue cells, and the whiff's test.  The study found that the overall prevalence of bacterial vaginosis among 250 symptomatic pregnant women attending the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department of Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College of Jhansi was 28%. Women in the 40-49 years of age group had the highest prevalence of BV (75%), and illiterate women had the highest prevalence (39.58%). Women with poor personal hygiene had a higher prevalence of BV (42.5%) and those in the low-income group (LIG) had the highest prevalence (38%). The study suggests that age, education level, menstrual and personal hygiene, and income may be associated with the prevalence of bacterial vaginosis. This study found a high prevalence of bacterial vaginosis among women in the Bundelkhand region, with education level, menstrual hygiene, and personal hygiene being associated risk factors. Continued research and investment in public health initiatives are necessary to improve women's health outcomes and quality of life in this underserved area.