bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EROSION RESISTANCE BETWEEN TERMITE MOUNDS AND SURROUNDING SOILS IN NIGERIAN DEFENCE ACADEMY, AFAKA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Gandapa Edwin N. , Shuaibu Isah , Matapa J. I.
Published: March 2024

A combination of chemical elements, organic matter and rainfall weaken surface rocks and render them liable to water erosion, but insignificantly affect termite mounds. The study is embarked upon to identify the concentration of Ca, Fe, Na, C, and organic matter content in termite mounds and adjacent soils to deduce the influence of resistance of termite mount to erosion. Data on the chemical elements and organic matter contents were generated through laboratory tests using heat, and an Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer to read the values. The percentage of the chemical elements was calculated as: Instrument Reading multiplied by Extraction Volume 50ml divided by the weight of samples. The percentage of organic matter contents were determined using weight loss on ignition by an oven-dried soil sample. The set of data was analyzed by comparing the difference in magnitude of the chemical concentration and organic matter content in both the samples. The values differ insignificantly by 0.02%, 0.001%, 0.21%, 0.01%, and 0.24% for Ca, C, Fe, Na, and organic matter respectively. From the result, the resistance of termite mound to erosion is not influenced by the chemical concentration and organic matter content, but due to the maintenance of the mound by the termites, tapering end toward the atmosphere, fairly straight with steep slopes, and have dome shape that reduces effects of forceful fall of the raindrop. Further study should be conducted to determine the influence of chemical elements and organic matter on surface erosion for sustainable development of soils.
COMPOSITIONAL AND WEATHERABILITY INDICES OF GETSO KAOLIN DEPOSITS FOR POZZOLANA PRODUCTION
Authors: Aliyu Hassan , Mohammed A. K. , KofarBai S. A. , Muhammad K. R.
Published: March 2024

Kaolin is an aluminio-silicate mineral naturally distributed within the earth’s crust formed from the weathering of rich feldspartic rocks. The compositional requirements of Getso kaolin deposits for pozzolana production have been carried out. The kaolin deposits were hosted by the rhyolitic rocks of the basement complex of North-Western Nigeria. Three samples from each five locations at different depths were collected and analysed using Free Swelling Ratio (FSR), Free Swelling Index (FSI), X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry (XRF) and Scanning Electron Microscopy/Electron Dispersive X-Ray spectroscopy (SEM/EDS). The FSI and FSR ranged between 0-6-0.9 and 16-36 revealing non-swelling and non-expansive Kaolinitic material. The XRF results showed the average concentration of SiO2+ Al2O3+Fe2O3: point 1 (78.99 wt.%); point 2 (78.62 wt.%); point 3 (79.14 wt.%); point 4 (80.10 wt.%) and point 5 (80.0 wt.%) suggested to be classified as N pozzolana (ASTMC 618). The Fe2O3/MgO versus SiO3 indicated the samples were products of the calc-alkaline series which is an indication of light colour kaolin deposits. The computed Chemical Index of Alteration (CIA: 91.34), Chemical Index of Weatheribility (CIW: 98.13), Index of compositional variability (CIV: 0.29), Silica Modulus Ratio (SM: 1.77), Lime Silica Ratio (LSR: 0.14) and Aluminum Iron Ratio (AIR: 30.0) indicated very strong weathering intensity high matured, high silica moderate aluminum and less ferrite. The studied kaolin could be utilized for the production of pozzolana after its being beneficiated to remove the TiO2.
STUDY OF THE HISTOLOGICAL AND BIOCHEMICAL EFFECT OF INSTANT NOODLES ON THE KIDNEY AND LIVER ON RATS MODEL
Authors: Ibrahim Mohammed , Tsamiya Rilwan Isah , Oladipo Promise , Gaius Bala
Published: March 2024

Instant noodle is produced from flour, and sold in dried form in packets. The noodles are easy and quick in preparation to eat, it can also eat as snacks or as main food. The aim of this research is to investigate the effects of noodle with and without seasoning on the histology as well as biochemical parameters of liver and kidney on rats’ model. Three groups of 5 Wistar rats were used, they were fed with noodle with and without seasoning for the period of 28 days. After 28 days the blood of rats was collected for biochemical analysis, the rats were also sacrificed, liver and kidney were removed for histological analysis. Histological results show only a little change in the architecture of the liver and kidney, but only small amount of fat droplet in liver section. The Liver and Kidney tests didn’t show any changes in their parameters, only little increase in urea level of the kidney. Conclusively from this research, it was revealed no much effect of consuming instant noodle in rat model.
PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING AND EVALUATION OF ANTISCHIZOPHRENIC ACTIVITY OF METHANOL LEAF EXTRACT OF Hymenocardia acida Tul. (Phyllantaceae)
Authors: Danladi Suleiman , Lawal Nafisah Bisallah , Alhassan Aisha Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Schizophrenia is a severe brain disorder marked by distortions in cognition, emotion, language, perception, and thought, affects an estimated 20 million individuals globally. In Nigeria, where a significant population relies on herbal medicines, including those derived from Hymenocardia acida, to address mental health needs, there have been traditional claims regarding the plant's efficacy in treating schizophrenia. This study aims to screen phytochemical constituents and establish the anti-schizophrenic potential of the methanol leaf extract of H. acida. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of flavonoids, tannins, terpenoids, and steroids in the methanol leaf extract. The Lorke method determined the intraperitoneal median lethal dose (LD50) of the extract to be above 5000 mg/kg in mice. The anti-schizophrenic activity was assessed through various tests, including apomorphine-induced stereotypic behavior, swim-induced grooming, and haloperidol-induced catalepsy. Results indicated that the methanol leaf extract, at doses of 250, 500, and 1000 mg/kg, did not significantly reduce apomorphine-induced stereotypic behavior. However, it exhibited a significant and dose-dependent reduction in the average number of grooming episodes and the duration of swim-induced grooming behavior across all tested doses. Notably, the highest dose (1000 mg/kg) significantly reduced cataleptic effects at 60 minutes post haloperidol administration compared to the negative control. These findings suggest the potential anti-schizophrenic activity of the methanol leaf extract of H. acida, supporting its traditional use in addressing psychiatric disorders.
LOCATIONS OF TRIANGULAR EQUILIBRIUM POINTS OF THE RESTRICTED THREE-BODY PROBLEM WITH POYNTING-ROBERTSON DRAG AND VARIABLE MASSES
Authors: Leke Oni , Amuda Tajudeen Oluwafemi
Published: March 2024

The restricted three-body problem (R3BP) is a fascinating problem that has been receiving attentions of astronomers and scientists because of its vast implications in diverse scientific fields, including among others; celestial mechanics, galactic dynamics, chaos theory and molecular physics. In this paper, we examine the locations of the triangular equilibrium points of the R3BP with Poynting-Robertson (P-R) drag forces and variable masses. The primaries are assumed to vary under the unified Mestschersky law and their dynamics defined by the Gylden-Mestschersky equation, while the smaller primary is assumed to be a radiation emitter with P-R drag. The dynamical equations are obtained for both the non-autonomous with variable coefficients and autonomized system with constant coefficients. Further, the locations of the triangular points of the autonomized systems are obtained using perturbation method. It is seen that the positions are defined by the mass parameter, radiation pressure and P-R drag of the smaller primary. The triangular points of the non-autonomous equations are obtained with help of the Mestschersky transformation, and differ from those of the autonomized system due to a function of time. The equilibrium points have several applications in space missions, satellites constellations and station-keeping.
Entrepreneurial Intention of Millennial Farmers in the Vegetable Production Center of Bangka Regency: Theory of Planned Behavior
Authors: Astuti Rufti Puji , Lestari Tri , Sulaiman Aimie
Published: March 2024

Millennial farmers are part of the farmer regeneration acceleration program aimed at increasing the number of farmers and expanding the supply of entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector. This study was conducted to predict the behavior of millennial farmers through their intentions, based on the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), comprehensively integrating individual aspects with their environment. The purpose of the study is to analyze the factors that influence the entrepreneurial intentions of millennial farmers. The research method employed a survey method, with sampling carried out using a saturation sampling method involving 54 respondents. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis utilizing Smart Partial Least Squares (PLS) 3.0. The research findings revealed that 81.49% of millennial farmers have entrepreneurial intentions, specifically in agriculture. Entrepreneurial intention is significantly influenced by variables such as attitude toward the behavior, subjective norms, and perceived behavior control. The entrepreneurial intention of millennial farmers is predominantly influenced by attitude toward the behavior and subjective norms. For millennial farmers deciding to venture into entrepreneurship, relying solely on the importance of belief and self-evaluation is not enough; the motivation and desire to meet expectations also play a crucial role in enhancing intention.
Utánpótláskorú kézilabdázók motivációjának vizsgálata Magyarországon
Authors: Krupánszki Kornél , Karácsony Péter , Krupánszki Kíra
Published: March 2024

Handball is one of the most popular sports in Hungary. However, little research has been done on the motivation of young athletes. The present study analysed the motivation of young handball players in Hungary in 2022. The aim of the research was to assess the motivation of young athletes and their relationship with their coach. A total of 190 responses were returned during the quantitative research. The age groups surveyed had no effect on the coach's results orientation. Among the new findings, we also highlight that handball divisions do not influence the young athlete in terms of the individual benefits of the sport. Coaches have a major role in maintaining the motivation of young athletes and therefore need to pay particular attention to this in their daily activities.
A fenntarthatóság kérdései az agrárszakképzésben
Authors: Királyné Kiszely Éva , Bakos Izabella
Published: March 2024

The education system has an important role and responsibility in educating the future generation, to become conscious consumers. Environmental awareness appears on several levels in their way of life and lifestyle, which is greatly influenced by the education system. According to the opinion of various world organizations (UN, UNESCO, WHO), education is one of the most effective ways of shaping attitudes within an organized framework and developing individual competencies and skills for becoming a sustainable consumer. (UNESCO 2014, US 2002) One of the aims of this literature summary is to provide a literary overview of how sustainability is presented in education, the other aim is to shed light on the presentation of sustainability dimensions - in vocational agricultural training - by presenting an effective, foreign, food industry model. Encouraging the young generation to achieve comprehensive actions towards global sustainability goals in economic life and society is important, therefore it is necessary to develop an applicable methodology.
A teljesítményre ható tényezők vizsgálata a fizikai munkát végző alkalmazottak tekintetében a vendéglátóipari szektorban
Authors: Keresztes Sándor , Hágen István Zsombor
Published: March 2024

The application of key performance indicators plays an important role in the field of work, business, education, and even sports and healthcare in order to monitor the process of achieving goals. Poorly defined indicators and metrics can generate unwanted partial results, results or side effects during the processes, which can reduce the success of individuals and organizations and, last but not least, can stand in the way of their development. In most countries of Europe, but in terms of the research target area, it can definitely be stated that the lack of skilled labor is a current and not negligible problem. Based on the experience of the past years, it is increasingly difficult to find a reliable, loyal employee who performs his profession at an appropriate level. In the case of foreign workers, inadequate knowledge of the German language causes additional difficulties for both employees and employers. My goal is to define a performance measurement system for manual workers, during which manual workers will be able to give the best of their knowledge, exceed expectations and become interested in the implementation of the employer's vision and business plans, so that their personal development is also ensured. This results in a cooperation during which the organization will be able to achieve the greatest possible efficiency with the existing number of employees. This alleviates the ever-increasing shortage of skilled labor.
Periodontal disease indicators in adults with and without physical activity: a comparative analysis
Authors: Ahmed Muzammil Moin , Almutairi Abdullah Saleh
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The intriguing link between periodontal disease severity and physical activity remains largely understudied, particularly in the Saudi Arabian population. Thus, the current research was intended to ascertain the effect of physical activity on the prevalence and indicators of periodontal diseases.
Materials: The cross-sectional approach with convenience sampling was applied to the recruitment of 160 adult subjects attending gymnasiums, sports clubs, malls, primary health centres, and community dental health programs. Based on IPAQ scores, the participants were split into two distinct groups: a physically active group and a physically inactive group. The two study groups were compared with one another in terms of recorded parameters. The gathered data subsequently underwent statistical processing using SPSS 20.0.
Results: Of the 160 subjects, 66.87% (n = 107) had gingivitis and 33.12% (n = 53) periodontitis. A lower mean PI (1.62±0.31) was observed in the physically active group compared to the physically inactive group (6.91±1.12). The physically active group had a mean BI of 19.01±4.53 and the inactive group 69.98±9.29. For physically active and inactive groups, mean PD measurements were 2.49±0.33 mm and 4.61±0.07 mm, respectively.Physically active individuals had a significantly lower mean CAL (2.98±0.88 mm) compared to the inactive group (5.37±1.02 mm). Parametric variances between groups are statistically significant (p<0.001).
Conclusion: Insufficient engagement in physical activity has undeniably been identified as a risk factor for the development and severity of periodontal disease, marked by escalated indicators of gingivitis and periodontitis. The study findings unequivocally endorse the adoption of a consistent physical activity regimen as strategic initiatives to proactively address the incidence of inflammatory periodontal diseases. Many patients with different psychophysical characteristics seek periodontal therapy at dental clinics. This study alerts clinicians to the impact of physical inactivity in a wide-spectrum population and helps identify periodontal risk in sedentary patients. It also aids in treatment planning for these periodontally risky, physically inactive people.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.23 (Special Issue) 2024 p.S20-S25
Efficacy and safety evaluation of alcohol-containing and alcohol-free mouth rinses: A clinical study
Authors: Panda Suchareeta , Gupta Bharti , Sahoo Alkananda , Jambhekar Samidha Vivek , Attavar Shruthi H , Kini Vineet Vaman
Published: March 2024

Background: This clinical study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of alcohol-containing and alcohol-free mouth rinses in a controlled setting. With oral hygiene being a crucial aspect of overall health, it is essential to determine which type of mouth rinse is more effective and safer for daily use.
Materials and Methods: A randomized, double-blind, parallel-group study was conducted with 150 adult participants. They were divided into two groups: one using an alcohol-containing mouth rinse, and the other using an alcohol-free alternative. Participants followed a standardized oral hygiene regimen for four weeks, using their respective mouth rinses twice daily. Key parameters such as plaque reduction, gingival health, and adverse effects were assessed at baseline and after the study period.
Results: The results indicated a significant reduction in plaque accumulation in both groups, with the alcohol-containing mouth rinse group showing a mean reduction of 25.4% and the alcohol-free group showing a mean reduction of 23.1%. In terms of gingival health, both groups demonstrated improvement, with the alcohol-containing mouth rinse group showing a mean reduction of gingival inflammation by 19.2%, while the alcohol-free group exhibited a reduction of 18.5%. Importantly, the alcohol-free mouth rinse group reported fewer cases of adverse effects such as dry mouth and irritation compared to the alcohol-containing group.
Conclusion: This clinical study suggests that both alcohol-containing and alcohol-free mouth rinses are effective in reducing plaque accumulation and improving gingival health when used as part of a daily oral hygiene routine. However, the alcohol-free mouth rinse demonstrated a lower incidence of adverse effects, making it a potentially safer choice for individuals with sensitivity or a history of irritation. Further long-term studies are needed to confirm these findings.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.23 (Special Issue) 2024 p.S97-S100
Sonographic assessment of hemi-diaphragmatic palsy post brachial plexus blocks
Authors: Thomas Deepa Anne , Bhandary Avanish , Dsouza Joylin
Published: March 2024

Background and Aim: Brachial plexus blocks (BPB) are indispensable in providing surgical anaesthesia and postoperative analgesia. Although Hemi-diaphragmatic palsy (HDP) after BPB is clinically insignificant in the majority, it can cause significant physiological impairment in patients with reduced pulmonary function. Sonographic assessment of diaphragmatic function using the ABCDE approach provides accurate and quantitative information on HDP. This can be performed bedside before and after administration of the nerve block to quantify HDP. This was a prospective observational study comparing ultrasound-guided diaphragmatic thickness in two approaches of ultrasound-guided BPB.
Methodology: Eighty participants receiving eitherinterscalene/supraclavicular BPB were included in this observational study. Baseline vitals, NRS score for pain and ultrasound-guided diaphragm thickness at inspiration and expiration using the ABCDE approach were noted. After 20 minutes of BPB administration, the diaphragm thickness was remeasured.
Results: Eighty participants completed the study, forty from either group. Average volume of the total local anaesthetic drug mixture used was noted to be 30ml.  The diaphragmatic thickness ratio in the supraclavicular group was found to decrease by 2.34% as compared to 2.39% in the interscalene group. (p-value 0.256 baseline values,0.292 for post block values) The thickness fraction was found to decrease by 9.21% in Group A as compared to 9.04% in Group B (P value 0.248 baseline values and 0.292 post-block values). There was no statistically significant difference between the diaphragm thickness in both the group'spre- and post-block, irrespective of the approach used.
Conclusion: The ABCDE approach to measure diaphragm thickness can be used as a simple bedside modality to quantify the amount of HDP occurring after ultrasound-guided BPB. It is easy to learn & a non-invasive modality which can be used to improve patient safety during BPB
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.23 (Special Issue) 2024 p.S101-S106
Impact of Prophylactic Fluoride Agents On the Surface Roughness of Newer orthodontic arch wires
Authors: Panda Suchareeta , M Anandu , N Goutham , M Pavithra Bai , Pani Saibalini , Rao Sakesth Rama
Published: March 2024

Fluorides serve an important part in orthodontic therapy as a prophylactic strategy. However, the harmful effects of fluoride are typically disregarded due to its widespread use as an anti-cariogenic agent in a variety of dental materials. The effects of these fluoride agents on conventional arch wires have been studied extensively but not on newer wires such as coated wires or braided wires. Hence this study was undertaken to assess the effects of prophylactic fluoride agents on the surface properties of non-coated Nickel-Titanium orthodontic wires and compare it with coated esthetic Ni-Ti wires and braided Ni-Ti wire.
Materials and methods: In this study, we compared three packages of 270 orthodontic arch wires made of nickel titanium. For the control, the third set of 30 wires was stored in plastic vials containing 5ml of artificial saliva for two months. Subgroup a did not make use of any fluoride treatments. Samples from subgroup b were treated with Phos-flur gel for one minute every day for 2 months, while those from subgroup c were treated with Prevident 5000. An optic profilometer was used to measure the wires roughness.
Results: The investigation found that both the acidulated fluoride agent (Phos-flur gel) and neutral fluoride agent (Prevident 5000) had an effect on the surface attributes of all three sets of wires. Coated esthetic Ni-Ti wires showed highest surface roughness followed by braided Ni-Ti wire.
Conclusion: The findings of the research showed that using fluoride preventive treatments (such as mouthwash or gels) during orthodontic treatment decreases the arch wires characteristics.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.23 (Special Issue) 2024 p.S107-S114
Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy: A Review
Authors: Alhazimi Amro
Published: March 2024

Paracentral acute middle maculopathy (PAMM) is identified by the occurrence of an inner nuclear layer (INL) hyperreflective band on optical coherence tomography (OCT), which was subsequently accompanied by INL atrophy. A multitude of systemic diseases and vasculopathy risk factors have been linked to PAMM. PAMM, which has been associated with infection with Coronavirus disease 2019(COVID 19), may indicate post-infectious complications. By influencing vascular endothelial cells, COVID-19 infection can induce an inflammatory and procoagulatory state, resulting in vascular thromboembolic complications, although the precise mechanisms underlying these complications remain unknown. Thus, the present review explores and discusses about paracentral acute middle maculopathy, its diagnosis and treatment and adds a note on its implications after the outbreak of COVID 19.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.23 (Special Issue) 2024 p.S115-S121
Cost per Number Needed to Treat (NNT) for upadacitinib in the treatment of bio-exposed patients with moderately-severely active ulcerative rectocolitis
Authors: Caprioli Flavio , Fantini Massimo Claudio , Marando Francesca , Scaduto Dario , Ravasio Roberto
Published: March 2024

Background: Only limited information is available on cost efficacy of the advanced therapies for the treatment of ulcerative rectocolitis. We evaluated the efficacy and the treatment costs of these advanced therapies in the treatment of bio-exposed (primary failure to a biological agent) patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative rectocolitis.
Methods: Data from a previous network meta-analysis (NMA) in the treatment of bio-exposed patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative rectocolitis was used. The analysis involved three therapies approved in Italy for the treatment of moderately to severely active ulcerative rectocolitis: upadacitinib (UPA), ustekinumab (UST) and vedolizumab (VDZ). According to the NMA results, the analysis was conducted considering two different timepoints: induction and maintenance. The pharmacoeconomic comparison between advanced therapies was carried out to estimate the respective cost for the NNT (Number Needed to Treat) compared to placebo using the clinical response (CRes) for the induction and clinical remission (CRem) and endoscopic improvement (EI) for the maintenance. Only the ex-factory price of each advanced therapy was considered. The cost per NNT was adopted as a cost-effectiveness indicator.
Results: Independently of the timepoint considered (induction or maintenance) and the clinical (CRem and CRes) or endoscopic endpoint (EI) evaluated, UPA had always the lower cost per NNT than UST and VDZ. For example, considering the induction and the CRes, the cost per NNT for upadacitinib (45 mg) was € 7,862.07 compared to € 30,459.38 for ustekinumab (6 mg/kg) and to € 67,868.00 for vedolizumab.
Conclusion: Upadacitinib is a cost-effective therapeutic option compared to ustekinumab and vedolizumab in the treatment of bio-exposed patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative rectocolitis.
Regional Formularies in Italy: current state and future perspectives
Authors: Bortolami Alberto , Jommi Claudio , Bresciani Filippo , Piccoli Luca , Sangiorgi Elisa , Scroccaro Giovanna
Published: March 2024

Regional Formularies (RF) are considered part of pharmaceutical policies implemented by regions to govern access of medicines to regional market. However, they have been actually challenged, because of their presumed impact on differences of patient’s access across the regions. The paper aimed at investigating the current status of RF and Regional Therapeutic Committees (CTR) and at suggesting/recommending possible reforms.
The current status was investigated through a questionnaire administered to the regional pharmaceutical departments. Recommendations were retrieved from a multi-stakeholder work group carried out on 30-31 March 2023, embedded into a Forum focused on the regional pharmaceutical policies.
Nineteen out of twenty-one regions responded to the survey: 12 use RF, mainly managed by the CTR; the RF frequency of update and the time needed for drugs listing greatly vary across regions; pharmacists, specialists and general practitioners are always represented in CTR, whereas other healthcare professionals and experts are more rarely involved; in 3 regions the CTR does not publish any RF update; the CTR mainly rely, to take decisions, on the dimension of the target population, the cost of therapy compared to alternative treatments and the impact on pharmaceutical expenditure.
The working group recommended to overcome the RFs, if they are merely considered a list of available drugs at regional level, focusing CTR activities to ensure market access and to govern the prescribing behaviour, and strengthening/anticipating the flow of information from the Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA) to the regions, to enable a more efficient approach to local access to drugs.
Raw Material Weighing Application Through Visual-Based RS-232 Cable Port
Authors: Sofhia Maya , Manawan Junio Fegri Wira Manawan
Published: March 2024

Officers who record incoming weighing data using a manual weighing machine experience difficulties when interacting with the weighing device. It is difficult to press the buttons, the storage memory cannot be more than three digits, and the display is difficult for officials to understand which can hinder the performance of recording the scales. Lack of capacity to store scale data on
Officers who record incoming weighing data using a manual weighing machine experience difficulties when interacting with the weighing device. It is difficult to press the buttons, the storage memory cannot be more than three digits, and the display is difficult for officials to understand which can hinder the performance of recording the scales. Lack of capacity to store scale data on machine, so it can only store a maximum of 3 data scales. Inflexible on-machine data storage system. That is, the data scales that have been stored cannot be moved apart from within the machine itself. The large size of the machine is enough to take up space. So it is necessary to design a signal connection path from the scales to the computer via cable. With a computerized weighing application through the RS-232 communication port, where data input can be done using a visual-based weighing application. This data is then processed and produces an accurate report according to the data recorded by the scales. The testing process is carried out by entering data on the scales 19 times along with the check-in and check-out process for each incoming truck of raw materials for transportation. The testing process is carried out so that the application can run properly.
machine, so it can only store a maximum of 3 data scales. Inflexible on-machine data storage system. That is, the data scales that have been stored cannot be moved apart from within the machine itself. The large size of the machine is enough to take up space. So it is necessary to design a signal connection path from the scales to the computer via cable. With a computerized weighing application through the RS-232 communication port, where data input can be done using a visual-based weighing application. This data is then processed and produces an accurate report according to the data recorded by the scales. The testing process is carried out by entering data on the scales 19 times along with the check-in and check-out process for each incoming truck of raw materials for transportation. The testing process is carried out so that the application can run properly.
Analysis of the Current Status on Entrepreneurial Intentions among CrowdWorks Freelancers in Japan
Authors: Kobayashi Atsushi , Hazra Lakshman
Published: March 2024

Entrepreneurship is vital for economic growth in Japan. However, the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) report for 2022 reveals that Japan still lags behind in entrepreneurial intentions and attitudes. The purpose of this paper is to establish statistically the structural aspects of entrepreneurial intentions among Japanese social media freelancers by applying a social psychological approach, the Theory of Planned Behaviour. Furthermore, it aims to outline the framework and link it to future research activities. A total of 476 respondents were surveyed. While no significant differences in the variances of entrepreneurial intentions were found between platforms, three other factors showed significant distinctions when analysed for each variable. The mean score for perceived behavioural control stood at 2.213, aligning with the 2022 GEM report’s low rating. However, attitudes towards entrepreneurship (mean score 4.423) and entrepreneurial intentions (mean score 3.844) were moderate. Correlation analysis highlighted a strong positive and significant relationship between attitude and entrepreneurial intention, as well as positive and significant relationships between perceived behavioural control and entrepreneurial intention, and between subjective norm and entrepreneurial intention. Furthermore, path analysis using SPSS Amos indicated that perceived behavioural control may influence attitudes and subjective norms. Subsequent research should explore new variables in a broader sample, customised to participants’ cultural backgrounds.
A látható hangadása mint az önszituálás eszköze: Van Gogh
Authors: Sárközi Balázs
Published: March 2024

A tanulmány Pilinszky János Van Gogh című versének értelmezésére törekszik, elsősorban nyelvfilozófiai és nyelvi-poétikai szempontok alapján. A recepció fókuszába kevéssé került, ugyanakkor jelentősnek tekinthető Pilinszky-verset Heidegger és Simone Weil filozófiai és teológiai megállapításaiból kiindulva vizsgálja, és az imádságpoétika, valamint a mozdulatlan elköteleződés oeuvre-ben jelentkező jellegzetességeit, ezek versnyelvre, a versbeszéd redukciójára és a személytelenségben jelentkező személyességre tett hatásait próbálja az elemzés tárgyává tenni. A szöveg a recepció hagyományos kiindulópontjai és a filozófiai, elméleti megállapítások vázlatos áttekintése után a verset szövegközeli elemzésnek veti alá.
„Szeretitek-e a mesét?”
Authors: Németh Nóra , Dala Sára
Published: March 2024

Írásunkban a Hagyományok Háza Találkozás a néphagyománnyal elnevezésű komplex gyermekprogramján évtizedek óta folyó mesemondói gyakorlat egyes, általunk hatásosnak és modellértékűnek gondolt elemeire hívjuk föl a figyelmet. A kiváló mesemondó, népdalénekes, pedagógus, Fábián Éva a hagyományos népmese(mondás) technikájához hűen rögtönözve, fejből és interaktívan, hallgatóit bevonva mesél, ugyanakkor a revival mesemondás körülményei, a pedagógiai helyzet jellege okán önreflektív gesztusokat tesz. Humorral, az iskolai csoportok életkorát, összetételét figyelembe véve vezeti be a népmese és bukovinai székely tájnyelvének világába hallgatóit, a gyerekeknek és kísérőiknek tett kiszólásokkal a mára elfelejtett mesehallgatói etikettbe is visszavezeti, alkalmi közösséggé kovácsolja közönségét. Mesemondói-emberi egyéniségének varázsa mellett a nyelvi és nonverbális, indirekt és direkt „üzenetek” adnak együttesen olyan módszertant, melynek egy-egy része vagy egésze ajánlható minden óvónőnek, tanítónak, gyermek- és meseszerető felnőttnek. Hogy mindezt az elmúlt két évtized kontextusába helyezzük, a mesemondás és kommunikációjának elemzése előtt a táncházmozgalom egészéhez sok szállal kötődő népmesei folklorizmus folyamatát, a Hagyományok Háza ebben játszott szerepét, intézményünk Találkozás a néphagyománnyal elnevezésű gyermekprogramját is bemutatjuk.
The dynamics of the state of done tissue of the alveolar process of the upper jaw when using a complete removable plate prosthesis
Authors: Pospelov A. N. , Connov V. V. , Krechetov S. A. , Bizhaev A. A. , Maslennikov D. N. , Olshanskaya T. A. , Pospelova E. A.
Published: March 2024

Objective. Improving the assessment of the state of the bone tissue of the alveolar process of the toothless upper jaw, by calculating the level of its atrophy according to the diagnostic model of the jaw. Material and methods. The study of patients was carried out: anamnesis of the disease, examination of the oral cavity, analysis of diagnostic plaster models of the upper jaw according to the method we proposed. In accordance with the classification of the Shreder, groups were formed: the first is the 1st type of Shreder (n=24); the second is the 2nd type of Shreder (n=23); the third is the 3rd type of Shreder (n=19). Results. In some areas of the alveolar process of the toothless upper jaw, atrophy reaches vertical values at points A1-D: 0.71±0.20 mm (group 1), 0.57±0.19 mm (group 2), 0.19±0.26 mm (group 3), sagitally A1-A2: 4.72±0.28 mm (group 1), 4.48± 0.30 mm (group 2), 3.85±0.32 mm (group 3); transversal – K1-K2: 3.22±0.29 mm (group 1), 3.67±0.32 mm (group 2), 3.37±0.47 mm (group 3) and more intensive in the first year of operation the prosthesis. Conclusion. Thus, the proposed diagnostic method makes it possible to determine the uneven level of bone loss in various areas of the alveolar process of the upper jaw. The data obtained are taken into account to minimize the negative consequences of the transfer of masticatory pressure from the basis of the prosthesis when planning orthopedic treatment of patients with this pathology.
The state of microcirculation in patients with periodontal diseases and disorders of the occlusal relationships of the dentition
Authors: Kochkonyan T. S. , Domenyuk D. A. , Davydov B. N. , Ivanyuta O. O. , Domenyuk S. D.
Published: March 2024

Background. The study of microcirculation disorders, as one of the key factors in the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, is relevant in clinical dentistry. Premature contacts, acting as provoking factors for occlusal disorders, cause overload of individual teeth and aggravate the severity of inflammatory periodontal pathology. Objective registration of capillary blood flow and associated changes in the microvessels of the arteriolar and venular units in patients with periodontopathies and occlusal dis-orders will allow us to assess the degree and nature of tissue blood flow disorders in the gum tissue.

Goal. Increasing the efficiency of diagnosing microcirculatory disorders in periodontal tissues in patients with chronic generalized mild periodontitis and disorders of the occlusal relationships of the dentition.

Materials and methods. Using laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF), the state of mi-crocirculation in the periodontium was studied in 78 people aged 21–35 years with intact dentition and physiological occlusion, of which 33 people (group 1) had clinically healthy periodontium and the absence of occlusal disorders (group 1), with generalized chronic pulmonary periodontitis degree and premature occlusal contacts – 45 people (group 2). The microcirculation index (M), standard deviation (σ), and coefficient of variation (КV) were assessed. To obtain objective diagnostic data, amplitude-frequency analysis of the harmonic rhythms of LDF-grams was used with spectral decomposition into harmonic components of physiological oscillations of tissue blood flow (wavelet analysis).

Results. In patients of group 2, in comparison with patients of group 1, a decrease in the level of periodontal blood perfusion, a reduction in the fluctuation of erythro-cyte flow and vasomotor activity of microvessels is determined, while a decrease in “active” and an increase in «passive» modulation of tissue blood flow contributes to an increase in the volume of circulating blood at arteriovenular anastomoses when the intensity of blood flow through the vessels of the capillary bed decreases.

Conclusions. Patients of group 1 were diagnosed with a normoemic type of LDF-gram, which provides a relatively high degree of intensity of tissue blood flow, balance of regulatory mechanisms, and optimal trophism of periodontal tissues. In patients of group 2 with a spastic type of LDF-gram, characterized by a reduced level of perfusion, flux, vasomotor activity of microvessels, indicators of tissue blood flow and trophic function are significantly reduced.
Post-radiation lesions of the salivary glands after radioiodine therapy: features of the clinical course
Authors: Dubrovina E. I. , Gaiduk I. V. , Mkrtumyan A. M. , Panin A. M. , Fakhrislamova L. R.
Published: March 2024

To date, thyroid diseases are one of the most common pathologies of the endocrine system and are an urgent medical and social problem. In order to treat and diagnose differentiated thyroid cancer, thyrotoxic goiter, and diffuse toxic goiter, radioiodine therapy is used in combination with other methods (surgery, hormone therapy). Lesions of the salivary glands that occur after radiotherapy are associated with the ability of large salivary glands to concentrate iodine in ductal cells. The accumulation of radioactive iodine I131 has an adverse radiation effect on the salivary glands, which leads to damage to the tissues of the glands of varying degrees of intensity.

Background. Despite the large number of publications devoted to this problem, the clinical and laboratory characteristics of radioiodosialadenitis remain incomplete and often contradictory. In this regard, the study of this topic does not lose its relevance.

Materials and methods. As a result of the examination of 45 patients after radiooderpia, with a clinical-radiological examination, a group of patients (n = 12), with a lack of a secret during visual examination and contrast of one or more salivary glands, is probably associated with irreversible changes in the salivary glands, was identified and described in this article.

Results. Different combinations of damage to one or more salivary glands have been identified, reducing the level of quality of life of patients in this group of patients. When examining the salivary glands and conducting differential diagnostics, various combinations of examination methods must be used.

Conclusions. The side effect of the effects of radioid therapy on the salivary glands is characterized by a wide spectrum of the involvement of the salivary glands up to a decrease in the functional activity and atrophy of the salivary glands, however, adverse consequences are not always dose-dependent. The results of the methods obtained do not exclude, but complement each other, which allows you to fully evaluate structural and functional changes in salivary glands. The negative effects of radionuclide therapy on the salivary glands affects the quality of life of patients.
Evolution of surgical methods for restoring missing teeth
Authors: Kazarian G. G. , Ivanov S. Y. , Bekreev V. V. , Dymnikov A. B. , Salekh K. M. , Jumaniyazova E. D.
Published: March 2024

Attempts to restore continuity of the dentition date back to ancient times, as evidenced by the numerous archaeological and written records found throughout the world. They served as material evidence of the existence of implantology in ancient civilizations and helped to restore the chronology of its development. For example, in about 2500 BC the Egyptians tried to strengthen teeth with diseased periodontium with gold ligature wire, and in 2000 BC in ancient China lost teeth were replaced with bamboo pegs. In different time intervals, different materials were used to make artificial teeth: sea shells, rose quartz, animal teeth and bones, porcelain, etc., teeth were tried to be replanted, transplanted from living and dead people. High percentage of postoperative infection, limited knowledge, religious prohibitions, skepticism of scientific elites acted as inhibiting factors at different stages of formation of implantology as an important field of dentistry. This article is devoted to the development of dental implantology and to the doctors and scientists who played a key role in the formation and development of this field of dentistry.
Obtaining a jaw model from computed tomography data for studying and predicting the mechanical stress of the implant system elements under conditions close to the real one
Authors: Dolgalev A. A. , Avanisyan V. M. , Choniashvili D. Z. , Stomatov D. V. , Gezuev G. K. , Gromova V. V.
Published: March 2024

This article deals with the creation of a three-dimensional model of the cancellous bone-cortical bone-implant-abutment-screw system. This model allows predicting the mechanical stress of the implantation system elements under conditions close to the real one. Such visualisation helps to determine the stress coefficients and to determine the places of presumed mechanical loading of the future implantation bed.
Prosthetic stomatitis and etiology of formation
Authors: Orujova A. N. , Kubrikova Y. V. , Sokolovskaya L. N. , Khaustova S. Y. , Svishcheva M. V. , Olsufeva A. V.
Published: March 2024

Denture stomatitis is a common inflammation of the mucous membrane covered by the denture, which is caused by yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida. Candida albicans is considered the most common cause of denture stomatitis. It occurs under removable dentures due to several causative and contributing factors. If left untreated, this disease can lead to fatal systemic candidal infections. Denture-associated candidal stomatitis, clinically described in the literature, is a localized or generalized inflammation of the oral mucosa in association with a removable denture. During this inflammatory process, Candida biofilms and the patient’s immune response play a significant role. Among the microorganisms in this mixed biofilm, Candida species easily multiply and transform from a saprophyte into an opportunistic pathogen. In this situation, the presence of a prosthesis plays an important role. In particular, Candida albicans is capable of interfering with the body’s innate immune system to cause infection. Additionally, edentulous older adults wearing dentures may experience an imbalance and decreased diversity of the oral microflora. The present narrative review focuses on the presentation of denture stomatitis in patients who wear dentures and, in particular, on the involvement of Candida albicans sp. associated with this pathology.
Assessment of Stability of Early Loaded Nano Coated Hydroxyapatite Implants in Posterior Maxilla
Authors: Amin Ola Abdelsamad , Shehata Ingy Mohamed , Kamel Heba M. , Elbokle Nader Nabil
Published: March 2024

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the stability after early loading of nano coated hydroxyapatite implants in posterior maxilla.

Methodology: This study was conducted on nine patients with at least a missing one maxillary posterior tooth. Ten Nano-coated hydroxyapatite implants (ETIII NH implant by Hiossen) were inserted in nine patients, and then subjected to early loading according to the secondary stability readings taken by Osstell®. Implant stability was measured at the time of implant insertion (T0), 4 (T1), 6 (T1 modified), weeks, and 4 months (T2) post-operative. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) was performed in all patients before starting the treatment. Nine implants healed well except for one implant that failed due to infection.

Results: Secondary stability results after 6 weeks of implant incretion were sufficient enough for implant loading, there was significant difference (F= 12.642, DF 3, P value <0.001) among T0, T1, T1 modified, and T2.

Conclusion: Nano-coated hydroxyapatite implants are of good choice in posterior maxilla and they can be early loaded.
Collective Agreement as Evidence with Binding Legal Force in Decision of Industrial Relations Court
Authors: Sari Andari Yuriko , Santoso PN Sugeng
Published: March 2024

A Collective Agreement, once registered and ratified at the Industrial Relations Court, should be regarded as authentic evidence possessing binding legal force for all parties, including judges. However, in various rulings from both the District Court and Supreme Court levels, the Collective Agreement has been consistently disregarded as evidence with enduring legal implications and enforceability on the involved parties. The central issue investigated in this research pertains to how judges perceive the Collective Agreement as evidence and the position it holds as binding evidence in the decisions of the Industrial Relations Court. This research employs a normative legal analysis approach (statute case) and conducts a case study by examining multiple industrial relations court decisions that have overlooked Collective Agreements as evidence with binding legal force. In contrast to several prior studies and writings conducted by other entities, which have primarily confined the role of the Collective Agreement to being binding on the parties and admissible as evidence in the Industrial Relations Court, this research scrutinizes the Collective Agreement, asserting that it should be established with unequivocal legal force for the involved parties, rendering it conclusive and precluding further legal actions. Nevertheless, in various Industrial Relations Court Decisions, these agreements are, in fact, overlooked and not treated as evidence with binding legal force, thereby introducing legal ambiguity for the parties involved. Additionally, despite the ideal scenario of the Collective Agreement being crafted as an authentic deed to ensure its binding nature, practical instances reveal instances where Collective Agreements are private deeds, each possessing distinct evidentiary powers.