bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
MODELING AND CLUSTERING A 3D INTERNET OF THINGS NETWORK USING THE FRACTAL DIMENSION ESTIMATION METHOD
Authors: Марочкина А.В.
Published: September 2023

В работе приводится модель трехмерной сети интернета вещей высокой плотности, описывающая особенности структуры с помощью фрактальной размерности сети, и выполнен анализ методов оценки этой фрактальной размерности. Предложен метод кластеризации сети, основанный на методе оценки фрактальной размерности. Предложенный метод может быть эффективен при кластеризации сети, организуемой в многоэтажных строениях. Он дает выигрыш в доле ошибок кластеризации по сравнению с рядом известных методов и может быть использован в задачах построения сетей интернета вещей высокой плотности.

The paper presents a model of a high-density 3D network of the Internet of Things, which describes the features of the structure using the fractal dimension of the network. The paper presents an analysis of methods for estimating the fractal dimension of a network and proposes a method for clustering a network based on the method for estimating the fractal dimension. The proposed method can be effective in network clustering organized in multi-storey buildings. It gives a gain in the proportion of clustering errors compared to a number of known methods and can be used in the tasks of building high-density Internet of Things networks.
ON THE NORMALIZATION OF MASS MEDIA SIGNALS
Authors: Мишенков С.Л.
Published: September 2023

Показана необходимость нормирования и стандартизации статистических громкостных и яркостных составляющих звуковых и видеорядов сигналов массмедиа

The necessity of normalization and standardization of statistical loudness and brightness components of sound and video sequences of mass media signals is shown.
In vitro antioxidant and antidiabetic activity of mace from Myristica Fragrans houtt
Authors: Hasbullah Hasbullah , Nur Faridah Didah , Indrasti Dias , Dewi Fitriya Nur Annisa , Andarwulan Nuri
Published: September 2023

This research investigated the antioxidant and antidiabetic properties of mace from nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt) using in vitro experiments. The nutmeg samples, including distilled water extract (EA), methanol extract (EM), methanol fraction (FM), hexane fraction (FH), and chloroform fraction (FC), were analysed for yield, total phenolic content, antioxidant activity (using 1,1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazyl radical scavenging activity-DPPH RSA and ferric reducing antioxidant power-FRAP), and α-amylase inhibitory activity. The highest yield was found in EM (25.39±0.62% db), while the highest phenolic content was achieved in FC (127.18±3.64 mg GAE/g dry fraction). In terms of antioxidant, the highest activity by DPPH assay was found in FM phenolic (IC50=2.56±0.02 mg/L) and FC phenolic (IC50=2.79±0.05 mg/L), while EA phenolic demonstrated the highest activity using FRAP assay (9.16±0.86 g TE/100 g phenolic). The EA phenolic also showed the greatest inhibition against α-amylase (IC50=360.18±6.83 mg/L). A positive correlation was found between the ability to reduce the ferric ion of mace samples and its α-amylase inhibitory activity. The results suggest that phenolic from nutmeg mace extract/fraction of obviously exerted antioxidant activity (4.9 times higher than ascorbic acid) and antidiabetic activity (4.2 times higher than acarbose). For this reason, the mace of nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt) can be a considerable source of natural antioxidants and antidiabetic.
Low-sugar apples jam with hibiscus extract: textural, phytochemical and nutritional aspects
Authors: Stan (Boldea) Lavinia , Nistor Oana Viorela , Milea Ștefania Adelina , Andronoiu Doina Georgeta , Vasile Aida Mihaela , Râpeanu Gabriela , Stănciuc Nicoleta
Published: September 2023

Nowadays, there is an increase in consumer demands for healthy products, whereas the low-calorie products are gaining increasing popularity. Apples are the most consumed fruits worldwide, especially due to the compositional diversity of health-promoting bioactive compounds, such as phenolics, organic acids, dietary fiber, vitamin C and B, minerals, fibers, etc. In this study, four types of apple jams were obtained, by exploring the potential of Hibiscus aqueous extract to inhibit the color changes, that negatively affected the acceptability of the products. Four jam variants were obtained, by varying the type and quantity of sugar, in order to align to the new trends regarding the development and analysis of low-sugar jams. Significant differences (p<0.5) were observed in color, phytochemical profile, texture, nutritional parameters and products acceptability. Firmness varied between 0.61±0.01 N and 0.82±0.01 N, for control samples, and 0.85±0.02 N and 0.99±0.02 N for the samples treated with hibiscus infusion. The type and sugar concentration did not significantly influence the firmness. No significant differences were observed for the samples with sugar or xylitol addition in terms of adhesiveness, cohesiveness, springiness and chewiness. Moreover, the hibiscus infusion showed beneficial effects on texture parameters. The phytochemical parameters results showed an increased content in polyphenols, flavonoids and anthocyanins in Hibiscus infused samples, whereas no significant impact on antioxidant activity was observed. The overall impression of the products highlighted the consumer preferences for the jam with xylitol, followed by low sugar jam.
Effects of gelatin concentration and co-plasticizer type on physical, mechanical and microstructural properties of corn starch-gelatin composite edible films
Authors: Karakoyun Onur , Keskin Semin Ozge
Published: September 2023

In the current study, corn starch-gelatin composite edible films varying in gelatin content (0, 5, 20%) were prepared by using glycerol, and citrate esters; tributyl citrate (TBC) or triisodecyl citrate (TIDC). Edible films formulated with different gelatin concentration and co-plasticizer type were characterized in terms of physical, mechanical, microstructural properties and FTIR spectra. Gelatin addition and increasing the gelatin concentration in the film formulation provided significant increases in surface hydrophobicity and tensile strength and significant decreases in thickness, and elongation at break values. Although the addition of gelatin significantly decreased the ΔE values, gelatin concentration did not affect the ΔE values of edible films. Co-plasticizer addition to the film formulation significantly increased the WCA, and elongation at break values, whereas it significantly decreased the thickness, ΔE and tensile strength values. Co-plasticizer type did not significantly affect the thickness, ΔE, WCA, and tensile strength of edible films. Gelatin addition to the film formulation increased the peak intensity at 1640 cm−1, 1550 cm−1 and 1240 cm−1 bands and decreased the peak intensity at around 1000 cm−1 band. According to the SEM results, addition of gelatin and/or co-plasticizer provided more compact and denser microstructure to the edible films. Overall, gelatin and co-plasticizer addition led to produce thinner edible films with more hydrophobic surface, more transparent appearance, and more ordered microstructure.
Physical and mechanical characterization of microwave and ultrasound-modified zein-corn starch edible films
Authors: Acar Lale , Keskin Semin Ozge
Published: September 2023

Edible films and coatings are the biodegradable layers of edible components that are used to coat the food surface or wrap the food in the form of film. In this paper, microwave, and ultrasound technologies, at different processing conditions, separately (US, 70M, 30M) or consecutively in different order (US-70M, 70M-US, US-30M, 30M-US) were applied to the film-forming solutions based on zein and corn starch to increase the compatibility between the biopolymers and to improve some of the edible film characteristics. The physical and mechanical properties and the FTIR spectra of the films were determined. The microwave followed by ultrasound treated edible films (70M-US, 30M-US) were found to be smoother and more homogeneous than the other films. Although all films were found to have hydrophilic character, application of microwave and ultrasound technologies together increased the water contact angle values of the films, providing more hydrophobic film surfaces. 70M-US and 30M-US edible films were found to have the highest tensile strength and elongation % values, respectively. The obvious deeper peaks were observed in the amide-III band of FTIR spectra for microwave followed by ultrasound treated films as an indicator of the enhanced compatibility between zein and corn starch in the film matrix.
Folate production and its distribution during growth of lactic acid bacteria isolated from fermented food and breast milk
Authors: Mahara Fenny Amilia , Nuraida Lilis , Lioe Hanifah Nuryani , Nurjanah Siti
Published: September 2023

Production of folate by lactic acid bacteria (LAB) isolated from tempe, fermented mustard, kefir, tapai, and breast milk was analyzed after 24 h of growth in folate-free media. The LAB isolates with the highest folate production were further investigated for folate distribution in intracellular and extracellular cells in a folate-free medium for 48 h. The two main forms of folates, i.e., tetrahydrofolate (THF) and 5-methyl-tetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF), as well as folic acid, were detected and quantified using the HPLC-DAD method with each folate standard as calibration curves. Two folate peaks were found in the spent medium of folate-producing isolates; one of them was identified as 5-MTHF, while the other peak was identified as other folates. Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus R23 from breast milk and Limosilactobacillus fermentum JK13 from kefir granules were the selected folate-producing isolates, with the production of total folates at 98.37 mg/ml and 85.67 mg/ml, respectively, after 24 h of incubation. The two isolates showed nearly similar patterns of intra- and extracellular folate distribution; that is, extracellular folate excreted into the media has a much higher proportion than intracellular folate. Therefore, the two LAB isolates can be utilized for extracellular folate production.
Advanced Methods to Characterize the Structural Materials of Religious Buildings Construction
Authors: CHOUGRANI Kaoutar , SCHIOPU Adriana Gabriela , CHOURAK Mimoun
Published: September 2023

The paper aims to present a bibliographic study of works on the characterization of materials, for mosques and historical minarets, using destructive methods (uniaxial compression, tension direct and indirect), and non-destructive testing (Schmidt rebound hardness, ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV), scanning electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) and their usefulness in the field of protection built cultural heritage. These religious buildings usually are constructed of brick masonry, stone, or/and reinforced cement concrete. Further, the form and amount of a structural defect is a function of the environment to which the structure is subjected. The different techniques used, for various construction materials, have determined the following parameters: the surface hardness, pulse velocity, structural composition, compressive strength, tensile strength and chemical composition. In general, these parameters govern the behavior under the different actions, and contribute to the strengthening and protection of the structure.
Van İli Koyunculuk İşletmelerinde Kullanılan Teknolojilerin Tespiti
Authors: BARIĞ Mehmet , ÇELİKYÜREK Hasan
Published: September 2023

Araştırmada Van ili koyunculuk işletmelerinde teknolojilerin ne oranda kullanıldığı tespit edilmeye çalışılmıştır. Çalışma için 280 işletme sahibi ile yüz yüze anket görüşmeleri yapılmıştır. Van ilçelerindeki 400 baş ve daha fazla koyuna sahip işletmelerin %30’u rastgele seçilerek çalışma yürütülmüştür. Buna göre en çok bulundurulan koyun ırklarının Akkaraman (%41.1) ve Norduz (%30.4) olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Hayvan sayısı bakımından en çok 601-800 (%37.9) baş koyun grubunun olduğu ve kombine bir yetiştiricilik (%81.1) yapıldığı tespit edilmiştir. İşletmelerinin barınak tipinin (%68.6) kapalı, işletmelerde sağımın el ile yapıldığı (%87.1), sütün değerlendirilmesinde %48.9 gibi bir oranla sadece peynir, %21.1’i ise aile ihtiyacı + peynir yapımı şeklinde değerlendirdikleri tespit edilmiştir. Yetiştiricilerin (%82.5) ilkokul mezununun çoğunlukta olduğu ortaya çıkmıştır. Koyunculuk ile uğraşma süresi dikkate alındığında ise %90.4 oranla 15 yıldan fazla koyunculuk yapıldığı tespit edilmiştir. İşletmelerde internet kullanımının çok az olduğu ve %60.7 oranında internet kullanmadığı tespit edilmiştir. Yetiştiriciler teknolojik alet ekipman kullanımı açısından ele alındığında yüksek bir oranla herhangi bir teknoloji kullanmadığı tespit edilmiştir. Hayvancılık işletmelerinde kullanılan teknolojilerin çoklu kullanımına ilişkin belirleme sonucunda ise %69.3 oranında hiçbir teknoloji kullanmadıkları %30,7’sinin ise süt sağım makinesi, kırkım, tartım gibi teknolojileri kullandıkları ortaya çıkmıştır.
Length-Weight, Length-Length Relationships and Condition Factor of Squalius cephalus (Linnaeus, 1758) in the Munzur River
Authors: ÖZCAN Ebru İfakat , SERDAR Osman
Published: September 2023

In this study; some features were investigated such as length-weight, length-length relationships and condition factor of Squalius cephalus (Linnaeus, 1758) were collected between 2019-2021 from Munzur River. 49 were female and 59 were male; female/male ratio was found to be 1/1.20. Total length and weight ranged between 8.2-24.1 cm and 6.8-148.6 g for female; 8.9-24.3 cm and 7.3-156.8 g for male. The length-weight relationship of S. cephalus was found W = 0.0079L3,1229 (R² = 0.965) in females, W = 0.0074L3.1536 (R² = 0.971) in males and W= 0.0076L3.1407 (R² = 0.969) in all individuals. It was determined that the b value was not statistically different from 3 in female, male and all individuals (t-test; p>0.05). The growth of the S. cephalus was determined to be isometric (b=3) in the Munzur River. The relationship between total, fork and standard lengths was determined for female, male and all individuals were quite strong (P0.927). Condition factor of S. cephalus varies between 0.827-1.438 in females and 0.826-1.517 in males from Munzur River.
ANALISIS PENDAPATAN USAHATANI KOPI ARABICA (Coffea arabica) DI KECAMATAN SUMBERMANJING WETAN KABUPATEN MALANG
Authors: Basit Basit , Purwatiningsih Rini
Published: September 2023

This study is intended to determine the income of farmers (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency, and the level of efficiency or feasibility of arabica coffee farming (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency.The analysis method used is farm income analysis and farm efficiency/feasibility analysis. The number of samples in this study was 25 people who were arabica coffee farmers (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency. Data collection using questionnaire method as primary data source and literature related to research. The results of the analysis show that (1) The income of Arabica Coffee Farming (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing District, Malang Regency which is the result of a reduction between the total average revenue (TR) and the total average production cost (TC) of Rp 18.136.800,-. This means that the first hypothesis in this study is true, namely arabica coffee farming (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency, profitable; (2) The R/C ratio of arabica coffee farming (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency is 2,82. Based on the R/C ratio criteria, if the R/C ratio value is more than 1, then the farm is eligible for farming. So, in accordance with these criteria, it can be known that arabica coffee farming (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency is feasible for farming. This means that the second hypothesis in this study is correct, namely usahatani arabica coffee (Coffea arabica) in Sumbermanjing Wetan District, Malang Regency is worth farming.
PENGARUH KOMPOSISI MEDIA TANAM DAN DOSIS PUPUK ORGANIK CAIR NASA TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN DAN HASIL TANAMAN TERONG	(Solanum melongena L.) VARIETAS YUVITA F1
Authors: Ferdiananda Alief , Dita Serdani Army , Widiatmanta Jeka
Published: September 2023

The aim of this research is to determine the effect of the interaction between planting media composition and dosage of Nasa liquid organic fertilizer on the growth and yield of eggplant (Solanum melongena L) var. YuvitaF1. The research was carried out in Dukuh Jlimut, Plosokerep Village, Sananwetan District, Blitar City with an altitude of 150-200 in March – June 2023. The research used a 2 factorial Randomized Block Design. Factor I is the composition of the planting medium (M) which consists of 3 levels, namely M1: soil: Goat kohe fertilizer (5:1), M2: Soil: Rice husks: Goat kohe (3:2:1), M3: Soil: Cocopeat : Kohe Goat (3:2:1). Factor II is the dose of Nasa POC fertilizer (P) which consists of 4 levels, namely P1 = 0 ml/polybag (without POC fertilizer), P2: 3 ml/polybag, P3: 6 ml/polybag and P4: 9 ml/polybag . The experiment was repeated 3 times so there were 36 experimental units. The variables observed were plant height (cm), number of fruit and fruit weight at harvest (grams). The average observation results were analyzed using a variance test (α = 5%) and followed by a 5% Honestly Significant Difference Test (BNJ). The research results showed that there was a real interaction between the composition of the planting medium (M) and the Nasa POC dose (P) on the variables of plant height, number of fruit and fruit weight of eggplant plants. The best results were obtained in the M1 planting media composition treatment (soil: goat kohe with a ratio of 5:1) and a Nasa POC dose of 6 ml/polybag (M1P3) for these 3 variables.
THE ROLE OF THE POLICE IN EFFORTS TO HANDLE CAROK IN THE TRADITION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN BANGKALAN COMMUNITIES IN MADURA (CASE STUDY IN BANGKALAN POLRES, MADURA)
Authors: Frimansyah Deny , Waluyo
Published: September 2023

Indonesia is a country that upholds the principle of the rule of law. State law is something that must be obeyed by everyone without exception. But in the existing reality, state law, especially criminal law, is not enforced on an indigenous community because society has made an existing tradition a law or regulation that is used as an effort to solve problems even though this tradition conflicts with Indonesian criminal law. The Criminal Code (KUHP) is a guide in resolving conflicts that exist in people's lives. In this case, the role of the police as law enforcement officers must be maximized and synergize with the community so that they can adapt to existing traditions in society which in the future are expected to be able to provide a middle way for a conflict between public law, namely criminal law and traditions still held by some circles of society.
THE UTILIZATION OF DUOLINGO TO BOOST STUDENTS’ GRAMMAR MASTERY IN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Authors: Dian Fadhilawati  , Moh Mansur  , Suyitno
Published: September 2023

This classroom action research utilized Duolingo to enhance the grammar mastery of 31 senior high school students in Reported Speech. The research procedures cover; planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. The researchers collected data through tests. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in students' grammar of Reported Speech mastery, with test average scores increasing from 56.77 to 85.16. Regarding the result, teachers are suggested to integrate technology-based learning tools like Duolingo to create engaging and interactive learning environments and enhance students‘ mastery. However, it is important to note that individual student progress varied, and some students showed more substantial improvements compared to others. Further analysis and consideration of factors such as individual learning styles, frequency of Duolingo usage, and additional instructional support may help understand the variations in student performance.
Medios, tecnologías y educación
Authors: Vestfrid Pamela , Juanes María Lourdes , Martin María Victoria
Published: September 2023

En Argentina, y como resultado de la llegada del Programa Conectar Igualdad, del aumento exponencial de teléfonos inteligentes entre la población en general y de las iniciativas de formación docente propiciadas por el Estado bajo la el impulso de la Ley Nacional de Educación (26.206/06), principalmente de la Especialización docente de nivel superior en educación y TIC del INFOD (Instituto Nacional de Formación Docente), en el año 2014, en la FPyCS-UNLP se propone la creación de un espacio académico destinado a las y los estudiantes del Profesorado, el “Taller de Estrategias de Trabajo Colaborativo para el Aula con Redes Sociales Virtuales y otros Asistentes Online”. Con continuidad desde entonces, en 2023 y con un nuevo Plan de Estudios a punto de graduar a su primera cohorte, se ha convertido en la asignatura “Medios, tecnologías y educación”
Taller de Lectura y Escritura
Authors: Belinche Marcelo Fabián , Viñas Rossana , Aragón María Magdalena , Di Matteo Ana Paula , Grilli Tomás , Stranges Ailén , Inchaurrondo Nicolás , López Yemina , Ullman Astrid Lorelei , Seré María Florencia , Sánchez Lucía María
Published: September 2023

El Taller de Lectura y Escritura I de la Licenciatura en Comunicación Social y el Taller de Lectura y Escritura de la Tecnicatura Superior Universitaria en Comunicación Pública y Política proponen un desarrollo en un cuatrimestre en el primer cuatrimestre del primer año de las carreras, y relaciona a los/as/es estudiantes con las prácticas de lectura y la escritura desde el punto de vista de la comunicación, trabajando a estas prácticas, recorriendo una línea de tiempo la memoria universal y latinoamericana. El eje de análisis para el abordaje analítico de cada texto implica abordar con la lectura y la escritura, casi simultáneamente a un/a/e autor/a/e, un texto y un contexto particular desde una perspectiva de la comunicación y desde el arte: la triada texto-contexto-autor/a/e. Porque para entender quién dijo qué, se debe comprender el momento histórico en el que lo hizo. El Taller piensa a la escritura como la herramienta central en el ejercicio profesional del campo de la comunicación; propone la lectura contextual como el punto de vista de la disciplina frente al abordaje de un texto.
Revista DIMENSÃO
Authors: Santos Rômulo Ballestê Marques dos , Cortez Tathiane Auxiliadora Ramos , Caffé Thalita Batista
Published: September 2023

Este artigo tem por objetivo caracterizar a produção acadêmica publicada na revista Dimensão ao longo da década de 1970, no Centro Pedagógico de Corumbá. Pioneira na produção do conhecimento na região, tal caracterização poderá contribuir com a memória do ensino superior no oeste brasileiro. Utilizando o procedimento histórico genealógico de análise, percorremos a leitura dos textos que compõem cada número identificando os seguintes pontos de análise: 1) Contribuição e envolvimento com a comunidade; 2) Perspectiva de avaliação do trabalho realizado no Centro Pedagógico de Corumbá. Inscreve-se no primeiro ponto a presença da Clínica-Escola de Psicologia e sua atuação junto à comunidade. Como resultado, notamos a pujança das publicações com o aumento e diversidade de temas ao longo dos anos. Por fim, discutimos que a federalização é vista como razão determinante do encerramento das atividades de todas as revistas dos Centros integrados, inclusive a revista Dimensão, em 1977.
Reflexões acerca dos métodos mistos na perspectiva da Teoria de Intervenção Práxica de Enfermagem em Saúde Coletiva
Authors: Freitas Jéssyca Slompo , Lourenço Rafaela Gessner , Chaves Maria Marta Nolasco
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: este estudo tem o objetivo de apresentar reflexões sobre o desenvolvimento de um estudo metodologicamente elaborado com métodos mistos na perspectiva teórica da Enfermagem em saúde coletiva. Tem como base filosófica o Materialismo Histórico e Dialético. O objeto do estudo foi a Determinação Social das Internações por Condições Sensíveis à Atenção Primária de adolescentes em uma regional de saúde de um estado do Sul do Brasil. Método: estudo descritivo e do tipo reflexivo, subdivido em três momentos. O primeiro trata da fundamentação teórica e metodológica, com diálogos entre os pressupostos dos métodos mistos e a Teoria de Intervenção Práxica da Enfermagem em Saúde Coletiva. No segundo momento, é descrita a seleção dos procedimentos para a coleta de dados quantitativos e qualitativos, evidenciado pela necessidade de definir a combinação desses dados na sequência do processo, assim como estabelecer os pesos dos dados no desenvolvimento da análise do fenômeno. No terceiro momento, reflete-se sobre a integração de dados, destacando as combinações das informações que ocorreram na etapa anterior, conforme referenda o próprio método. Resultado: o estudo desenvolvido por meio de métodos misto potencializou uma análise crítica que, ancorada nos pressupostos da Enfermagem em Saúde Coletiva, permitiu compreender as conexões entre os dados quantitativos e qualitativos presentes na historicidade e na dinamicidade do objeto. Considerações finais: destaca-se o ineditismo da interseção desses campos teóricos e metodológicos para compreender o fenômeno e propor ações efetivas para o enfrentamento dos processos que o determinam na sua realidade objetiva.
Conhecimento e percepção de enfermeiros frente à sedação paliativa na oncologia
Authors: Candido Mariele Silva de , Avila Marcela Mondadori , Trindade Odair de Freitas , Zeni Aléxia Cassol , Palmeiras Graciela de Brum
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: compreender o conhecimento e a percepção de enfermeiros quanto à sedação paliativa em oncologia. Método: estudo qualitativo, exploratório e descritivo, com delineamento transversal. Participaram do estudo 16 enfermeiros atuantes na oncologia de um hospital de referência localizado ao norte do Rio Grande do Sul. A coleta de dados ocorreu por meio de entrevista gravada com duração de aproximadamente 10 minutos, sendo aplicado um roteiro de perguntas fechadas com a finalidade de caracterizar os enfermeiros participantes da pesquisa, e perguntas abertas e específicas para contemplar o objetivo do estudo. O método utilizado para o diagnóstico e verificação dos dados da pesquisa foi a análise de conteúdo de Bardin. Os dados foram analisados e codificados por meio do software NVivo 10, que gerou categorias de similaridade e correlações. Resultados: surgiram cinco categorias intituladas “Conhecimento sobre sedação paliativa; Percepção sobre sedação paliativa na oncologia; Sentimentos em relação à sedação paliativa aos pacientes oncológicos; Vivência em relação à sedação paliativa em pacientes oncológicos e Participação do enfermeiro no procedimento de sedação paliativa”. Conclusão: o enfermeiro atua de forma efetiva e fundamental na prestação do cuidado e na avaliação do paciente em sedação paliativa, mas ainda encontram-se diversos obstáculos relacionados à participação na tomada de decisões. Evidencia-se a importância de novas pesquisas sobre a temática, como também a implementação de protocolos que subsidiem na indicação da sedação paliativa.
Ações de humanização das enfermeiras obstétricas mineiras
Authors: Schreck Rafaela Siqueira Costa , Silva Kênia Lara da
Published: September 2023

Objetivo: discutir as ações de enfermeiras obstétricas e seu potencial de resistência e contraconduta à medicalização da assistência ao parto. Método: pesquisa descritiva e exploratória, de abordagem qualitativa e fundamentação genealógica, desenvolvida no município de Belo Horizonte. A coleta dos dados foi feita no período de agosto de 2021 a junho de 2022, por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas, junto a 11 enfermeiras obstétricas Análise de Discurso. Resultados: as ações de humanização das primeiras enfermeiras obstétricas se conformaram como resistência e contraconduta à medicalização do parto, uma vez que eram pautadas no enfrentamento das práticas médicas intervencionistas, na defesa da fisiologia do parto e na integralidade do cuidado. Conclusão: reconhece-se que, no cotidiano da prática profissional, enfermeiras obstétricas precisam adotar ações de resistência e contraconduta como tentativa de subversão do paradigma biomédico, o qual impõe a medicalização da assistência e a apropriação do corpo feminino, cerceando a autonomia das mulheres no processo de parturição.
Evaluation and Implementation of Nutrition Surveillance System in Bukittinggi
Authors: Sulastri Sulastri , Gusti Aria , Eka P Ade Suzana
Published: September 2023

Background: Nutritional surveillance monitors nutritional status to inform policy and programme decisions to improve community nutrition, including stunting. Chronic malnutrition and recurring illnesses cause stunting, which is when a child's length or height falls below the health minister's guidelines. Challenges include: not all Posyandu are active/covered low, not all targets have been input into the EPPGBM application (Toddlers and Pregnant Women), the use of the EPPGBM application in Community Health Centres has not been optimal, not all health workers and cadres have received height measurement training, coordination at each level, the monitoring system, and supervision to ensure height measurement quality. Due to its impact on the newborn, the first 1,000 days are critical. Permanent and lasting damage. Providing nutrition assistance at community health centre with surveillance can avoid stunting.Methods: The employed approach is participatory in nature, wherein partners are engaged to actively participate in various activities, while being supported by a dedicated staff that serves as a valuable resource and facilitator. The data analysis conducted for training purposes is to facilitate the implementation of the stunting surveillance programme, which is anticipated to encompass many sectors. This programme will primarily focus on monitoring and reporting nutrition-related activities, with a particular emphasis on stunting routines.
Electrochemical properties and interfacial contact resistance of plasma ion nitrided titanium as PEMFC bipolar plate
Authors: Heo Ho-Seong , Kim Seong-Jong
Published: September 2023

Plasma ion nitriding was applied to grade 1 titanium, which was used as a bipolar plate a for proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC). Electrochemical experiments were performed in a solution of pH3 (Sulfuric acid + 0.1 ppm Hydrofluoric acid, 80 °C) required by the Department of Energy (DoE). Air and hydrogen gas was bubbled to simulate cathode and anode environments, respectively. Several experiments (potentiodynamic polarization and potentiostatic), analyses (XRD, EDS, FE-SEM, and EIS), and interfacial contact resistance measurements were performed to evaluate plasma ion nitrided titanium used as a PEMFC bipolar plate. Plasma ion nitrided titanium showed improved corrosion resistance and interfacial contact resistance compared to the titanium substrate. The nitrided layer was approximately 2.0–2.5 μm, with dense formation of the layer on the titanium substrate. The results of the EDS analysis indicated that a nitrogen diffusion layer of approximately 2.2 μm formed due to interstitial nitrogen atoms.
ACERCA DA PRODUÇÃO DE MATERIAIS DIDÁTICOS DE HISTÓRIA: o kit didático “Viagem ao Engenho de Santana” em revista (LAHIGE, 1998-2018)
Authors: Lúcia Côgo Anna
Published: September 2023

Criado em 1997, o núcleo LAHIGE (Laboratório do Ensino de História eGeografia) foi concebido como projeto conectado à política de extensãouniversitária da UESC, e dentre suas linhas de atuação manteve a proposta daprodução de materiais didáticos, em cujas etapas da construção das bases paraatuar nesta área foram realizados contatos/sondagens com docentes do EnsinoFundamental na região, visando elencar demandas existentes no ensino dehistória e geografia, ocasião em que se constatou a existência de lacunas noensino da história regional nas escolas públicas devido à falta de materiaisdidáticos sobre tais conteúdos, fato que serviu de base para que o núcleoLAHIGE abraçasse a ideia de produzir o kit didático Viagem ao Engenho deSantana (livro + documentário de 20’) em fins da década de 1990, sendo essematerial difundido/distribuído em escolas públicas próximas à UESC no limiar dadécada de 2000, motivando a realização, neste artigo, de um balanço daprodução e publicação deste kit, realçando nuances de seu lançamento à épocae levantando questões sobre as formas de sua utilização em anos subsequentesàquela sua 1ª edição.
UMA REFLEXÃO SOBRE A ADEQUAÇÃO DOS LIVROS DIDÁTICOS DE GEOGRAFIA PARA ALUNOS SURDOS, 7º ANO DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL II
Authors: Guimarães Santos Larissa , Dos Anjos Santos Leila , Genoveva Nascimento Torezani Fontes Tereza
Published: September 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar os livros didáticos de Geografia com afinalidade de elaborar material didático pedagógico para alunos surdos do 7ºano, Ensino Fundamental II. Considerando que a língua natural do surdo égestual-visual, e apresenta significativas diferenças em relação a sua segundalíngua que é o português, a produção de material didático específico ou adaptadopode contribuir na aplicação de conteúdos geográficos que os surdosapresentam maior dificuldade na aprendizagem. A metodologia aplicada édescritiva e analítica, a qual busca identificar e analisar os conteúdos de quatrolivros didáticos do 7º ano, por meio da estratégia de levantamento bibliográfico,bem como facilitar a criação de mecanismos no processo de inclusão dos alunossurdos na escola regular. Os resultados indicam que a apresentação dosconteúdos nos livros didáticos atuais, estão bastante imagéticos e considerandoque os conteúdos podem ser ensinados de diversas formas, uma pequenaadaptação na mediação para o aluno surdo se faz necessária para que o ensinoaprendizagem aconteça de forma mais eficaz.
RENASCER RECÔNCAVO: realidade e cenários de oportunidades para o desenvolvimento sustentável da Região do Recôncavo Baiano e da Baía de Todos-os-Santos
Authors: Baqueiro Luiz
Published: September 2023

A Região do Recôncavo Baiano, palco de grande desenvolvimento econômico durante os Séculos XVIII, XIX e parte do XX, através do cultivo da cana de açúcar, do fumo e do advento do petróleo, encontra-se hoje em relativo estado de inércia e estagnação, com um acentuado processo de degradação ambiental, econômica e social, apesar de dispor de imensas riquezas naturais, culturais e ainda manter um grande potencial econômico nas áreas de cultura, turismo, indústria, comércio e agricultura. Considerando que os potenciais de desenvolvimento das nossas regiões não necessariamente serão realizados se estas ficarem entregues sozinhas às forças do mercado, precisando de uma visão estratégica para guiá-las, e, considerando ainda, que o futuro dos nossos municípios já não é mais um problema exclusivo das administrações, mas afeta e interessa à população e aos agentes sociais e econômicos que neles atuam, é necessário que se estabeleça um planejamento estratégico como instrumento mobilizador, atendendo, no mínimo, aos seguintes pressupostos: ter uma visão de longo prazo e ações de curto e médio prazos; ser participativo e democrático, envolvendo efetivamente os diversos atores sociais dos municípios e região; sersistêmico e transversal, abrangendo todos os aspectos da vida urbana e rural, de uma maneira integrada; ser voltado para a ação, definindo objetivos e caminhos para atingi-los; ultrapassar o limite temporal de uma administração, por se tratar de um processo monitorado e com participação da comunidade - que deve fazer o acompanhamento constante dos resultados. Eis o desafio a ser enfrentado e que aqui é enfocado em algumas de suas nuances.
Special Issue Introduction – Quality of Elections. Definitions and Measures
Authors: Rombi Stefano , Venturino Fulvio
Published: September 2023

The study of the quality of elections is spreading very rapidly. This article aims to provide a general overview of the state of the art to introduce an empirical analysis of the quality of elections for the Italian parliament. After reviewing the definitions of ‘quality of elections’, the article thoroughly examines the two main measurement tools. One is based on the experts’ perceptions and promoted as part of the Electoral Integrity Project. The other is based on objective data called the Elections Performance Index. Finally, the article applies the measurement method based on the residual vote to the Italian case.
Molecular Evaluation of the Efficacy of the TDF+3TC+EFV Therapeutic Regimen in the Treatment of HIV-1 Patients
Authors: Faye Babacar , Lam Mame Diarra Bousso , Barkiré Ismaïl , Magassouba Micailou , Sarr Hameth , Ngom Aissatou , Dièye Alioune
Published: September 2023

Background: Antiretroviral therapy (ART) has played an important role in the response to HIV infection and has significantly reduced morbidity and mortality worldwide. It allows control of plasma viral load (CV) to an undetectable level CV<50 copies/ml, an indicator of successful treatment. Assessing the effectiveness of ART makes it possible to make recommendations to limit failures in the treatment of HIV. Thus, the objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of the TDF+3TC+EFV therapeutic regimen in the treatment of HIV-1 infection. Materials and methods: This is a retrospective study of the treatment of HIV-1 seropositive patients, at the Molecular Biology Laboratory of HMO in Dakar, Senegal, from 2014 to 2021. The main criterion for evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment was the proportion of patients whose viral load value was undetectable (CV<50 copies/ml) according to the duration of ART. Plasma viral load tests were performed on Abbott Real Time HIV-1® (m2000sp/rt) and COBAS®AmpliPrep/COBAS®TaqMan®(Roche) version 2.0. Variables with p<0.05 were considered statistically significant for all comparisons between groups. Results: Of a cohort of 2,704 HIV+ patients, 2,078 met the inclusion criteria and 626 were excluded due to death, transfer or loss to follow-up. The median age was 38 years, women represented 71% patients. At 6 months of treatment, viral suppression was achieved in 8.9% of men and 6.5% of women (P=0.04) and it was significantly greater in young patients aged 0 to 25 years, 11.4% of patients. 79% of women and 75.2% of men had an undetectable viral load at 12 months of ART (P=0.01). Significantly the suppression was better in men in the first 6 months of treatment, they had more virological success, while women responded better to treatment for a duration of 12 months (P=0.01). At the end of the 18-month study period, 85.5% of patients had a suppressed viral load, 5.3% had a decrease in viral load levels and 7.2% of patients had ...
Anxiety in Medical Students: A Moroccan Overview
Authors: Zarouf Hamza , Berrada Hajar , Laboudi Fouad , Ouanass Abderrazzak
Published: September 2023

Introduction: The mental health of medical students as a subject of interest in the scientific community appears to have emerged in the literature from the 1950s. Despite the divergence on the stressful nature of medical studies, students appear to be confronted with a multitude of stress-inducing factors. Notwithstanding their high levels of distress, only a few medical students seem to seek professional help, mainly due to "self-stigmatization". Results: A total of 239 medical students of the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy of Rabat completed the questionnaire. 87% of students reported a history of anxiety symptoms since the beginning of their medical studies, with 57.7% having three or more areas of concern. Age and the years of study were associated with the emergence of anxiety symptoms. The second year of medical school was the only found risk factor for the presence of anxiety symptoms. Conclusions: Within medical students, anxiety appears to be particularly widespread. It causes psychological distress, which has repercussions on well-being, academic performance, and also the quality of care provided. Awareness campaigns should be one of the main focuses of both Moroccan and worldwide public health programs and healthcare professionals to promote the mental health of future caregivers.
Immune Response to SARS-Covid 19 Vaccine in Patients with Cancer: Prospective Study at the Oncology-Radiotherapy Department/Oncology and Hematology Hospital of Marrakech
Authors: Oumayma Bounid , Abdelali El Matlini , Mouna Darfaoui , Abdelhamid El Omrani , Mouna Khouchani
Published: September 2023

The world has experienced the SARS-Covid 19 virus disease pandemic since 2019, which has required the implementation of multiple preventive measures aimed at protecting against this infection may be serious in patients at risk, in particular cancer patients (high incidence of immunosuppression and comorbidities). In Morocco, the anti-Covid 19 vaccination started in January 2021. The scientific committee recommended the vaccination of all cancer patients using two doses except for under-vaccinated patients. We carried out a prospective observational study with 30 patients followed in our center and received an anti-Covid 19 vaccination for a period of four months. The objectives of our study were to evaluate the qualitative immunological response in this population at risk and to review the tolerance of vaccination. We conducted a prospective observational study about 30 patients followed in the Oncology-Radiotherapy department at the Hospital of Oncology and Hematology of Marrakech, a recruitment from different sites of our department was done: medical consultation, outpatient clinic, hospitalization unit and at the radiotherapy technical platform for a period of four months (from May 3, 2021 to August 31, 2021). We recruited 36 patients from different departments of our center, the average age of our patients was 49 years [38-67]. Breast location was dominant (22%) followed by UCNT (16%). The localized stage of the disease was the most frequent (88%). At the time of recruitment, 44% of patients were undergoing radiotherapy, 38% were receiving chemotherapy, 16% hormone therapy and 11% of patients were undergoing post-treatment follow-up. Six of our patients (16%) had seropositivity before receiving the first vaccine dose indicating a latent infection and were excluded from our series. All our patients received the Synopharm® vaccine. After the first vaccine dose, 04 patients (13%) showed positive serology in favor of a vaccine response, while 07 patients (23%) .....
Evaluation the Modalities of Rheumatoid Arthritis Management by General Practitioners in Bangladesh
Authors: Siddiqui Shafiquzzaman , Siddiqui Sadia , Antora Fatema Haque , Chowdhury Paritosh Kumar
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory rheumatic disease. It is, therefore, a major concern in public health, requiring an early customized and multidisciplinary therapeutic management. Early diagnosis and treatment are key elements in the management of patients’ conditions. Objective: To assess the Evaluation the modalities of Rheumatoid Arthritis Management by General Practitioners in Bangladesh. Methods: We conducted a questionnaire survey targeting the community of GPs, operating both in the public and in the private sectors in all regions of the Bangladesh Population. The questionnaire was sent between February and June 2022. Confidentiality of participants was strictly maintained. The questionnaire included multiple choices questions and one clinical case closely related to good practice guidelines. With this goal in mind, a survey was conducted among GPs operating both in the public and in the private sectors in Bangladesh. Results: Out of 890 GPs patients selected, 110 GPs responded, representing a participation rate of 24.71%. Returned questions were analyzed, results were expressed as a percentage. Incomplete responses were excluded from the study. 54.1% of GPs worked in the public sector and 45.9% in the private. Mean number of RA patients seen monthly by GPs was 5.75 patients per month. Of all the surveyed GPs, 66.4% had a rheumatologist as a point of contact. With regard to diagnosing RA, half of the GPs were not familiar with the deadline for early diagnosis. One usually initiated corticosteroids at a dose of 15-20 mg / day. For ongoing monitoring f RA activity, 60% of GPs were unaware of DAS28, and 59% did not know the new 2010 diagnostic criteria. For first-line therapy, 42% did not consider Methotrexate as the standard first-line treatment for patients with RA. For 83% of GPs, treatment could be initiated beyond 3 months of the window of opportunity. A substantial majority of them expressed their wish to receive ....
Oropharyngeal Dysphagia & Aspiration in a 63-Year-Old Man- A Case Report
Authors: Mitwalli Rana , Abouzid Amro , Sayeed Asma
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Dysphagia due to nonmalignant causes is not an uncommon occurrence in patients over the age of 60. Males are more affected than the females. It can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality especially as it increases the risk for malnutrition, and pneumonias due to aspiration etc. Case Presentation: We present this rare case of worsening dysphagia and episodes of choking in a 63year old male due to large anterior cervical osteophytes. X-ray and flexible laryngoscopy revealed a large bulge over the posterior pharyngeal wall in the midline. Conclusion: Dysphagia in the elderly can lead to increased morbidity and life-threatening complications. Anterior osteophytes are found in nearly 20% to30% of the elderly population but rarely cause dysphagia. However, in some cases especially when associated with diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH/ Forestier’s disease) and ankylosing spondylitis these can cause severe dysphagia. In many cases of symptomatic anterior osteophytes surgery is considered an ultimate measure to relieve symptoms, decrease mortality, and improve the quality of life. We did a thorough literature search to know the prevalence and management of dysphagia due to anterior osteophytes.
One-Year Study of Clinical Cardiotoxicity Follows Anthracyclin Treatment in Childhood Malignancy at Benghazi Children Hospital
Authors: Elrugige Najat , Ali Muna Mustafa , Alferjani Mohamed Masoud
Published: September 2023

Background: Treatment of pediatric malignancy has greatly improved and survival according to SEER data, mortality rate declined by 40 percent between 1975 and 1995. This declined in mortality has accompanied by increase in the recognition of long term side effect from treatment of childhood cancer, one of major complication is cardiac, during or after administration of anthracyclin patient can develop acute cardiac toxicity. Aim: To determine the incidence of clinical cardiotoxicity from anthracycline chemotherapy in children with cancer and to identify risk factors. Material and Method: One-year study (2021) to children with cancer were received anthracycline as part of chemotherapy at Children Hospital Benghazi. Results: During the study period one year (Jan.2021- Dec. 2021) 51 cases received anthracyclin as part of chemotherapy were evaluated with echocardiography there is male predominance represented 62.7% & females37.3%, M: F 1.6:1, Age range from 5 months to 14 years, the commonest age group 1-5 years around 25cases represented 49%, Most cases evaluated in our study diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) 24 cases represented 47.1%, 9 cases with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) 17%, Lymphoma 7 cases represented 13,7%, wilm’s tumor 5 cases 9.8%, neuroblastoma 3 cases 5.8%, Each of Retinoblastoma, adrenocortical carcinoma and hepatoblastoma 1 case (2%), 34 cases were evaluated still on treatment 66.7%, 17 cases 33.3% were finished treatment on follow up 29 cases were received treatment for less than or equal to one year represented to 56.9%, while 22 cases 43.1% >1year, We were divided the patient according to type of anthracyclin (Adriamycin or douanomycin) results show those received Adriamycin only 39.2%, cases were received douanomycin 7.8%, while cases received both of them 53%, 35.9 % of cases received total doses between 201-250 mg\ S.A of anthracyclin, 25 cases 32.1% were received less than 100 mg\S. A, Echocardiography finding were normal .....