bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Maxillary sinus volume and adenoid tissue size in children: computed tomographic evaluation
Authors: Tursun Serkan , Muluk Nuray Bayar , Özdemir Adnan , Özel Gökçe , Şencan Ziya
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVES. Adenoid hypertrophy is related to obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). In this study, we investigated the relationship between adenoid tissue size and maxillary sinus volumes by examining the paranasal sinus computed tomography (PNSCT) images.

MATERIAL AND METHODS. PNSCT images of 41 children were included in this study. According to the adenoid/nasopharynx (A/NP) ratio, two groups were identified. Group 1 (n=19, 9 males and 10 females): A/NP≤0.50 and Group 2 (n=22, 16 males and 6 females): A/NP>0.50. The following measurements were performed: adenoid width, NP width, A/NP ratio, air column, soft palate, maxillary sinus volume and mucosal thickening.

RESULTS. Adenoid width of group 2 (16.11±2.26 mm) was higher than that of group 1 (10.97±2.26 mm). In group 2, with an A/NP ratio of 0.61±0.07, the air column value (6.30±2.27 mm) was lower than that of group 1 with an A/NP ratio of 0.40±0.07 (air column value: 10.06±3.78 mm). NP width, soft palate and maxillary sinus volumes were not different between groups 1 and 2. As the adenoid width increased, the A/NP ratio increased, and the air column decreased.

CONCLUSION. The increase of the A/NP ratio was related to the decreased air column. In older children, air column and bilateral maxillary sinus volumes increased. In males, the adenoid width value was larger than that in females. There was no significant relationship between A/NP ratio and maxillary sinus volume or NP width values. However, higher A/NP ratio values were related to lower air column measurements.
Brain abscess caused by trauma of the rhinobasis: an endoscopic challenge
Authors: Czimbalmos Lorand Imre , Bere Zsofia , Rideg Zoltan , Fulop Bela , Vass Gabor , Gal Peter , Barzo Pal , Bella Zsolt
Published: October 2023

Brain abscess is a rare but life-threatening infection of the brain. It often occurs as a complication of infection, trauma, or surgery. This case presents a brain abscess in a 22-month-old boy that developed after a transnasal injury with a foreign body. A minimal-invasive, transnasal, endoscopic-controlled technique was used, during which the foreign object was removed and the abscess drained. Bacteriological samples were obtained and the abscess cavity irrigated. Postoperative care included antibiotics and daily irrigation of the abscess cavity. Follow-up MRI scans showed reduction in abscess size. A spinal drain was inserted temporarily to address rhino-liquorrhoea. The patient remained asymptomatic during one-year of follow-up. This case report highlights the occurrence of a brain abscess in childhood following a transnasal injury and demonstrates a minimal-invasive, transnasal, endoscopic-controlled surgical technique. The findings underscore the importance of considering brain abscess as a potential complication in cases of head trauma, particularly in atypical presentations.
Analysis of the Potential for Reusing Sanitary Effluents in the Hydrographic Basin of the Ipojuca River
Authors: Soares Anna Elis Paz , Montenegro Suzana Maria Gico Lima , Da Silva Simone Rosa , Pessoa Neto Amaury Gouveia , Do Prado Amanda Rafaely Monte , Macena Jamerson Lucas Rocha Gonçalves
Published: October 2023

Objective: This study aims to present an assessment of the potential for reusing effluents from domestic sewage treatment plants in the Hydrographic Basin of the Ipojuca River.
 
Theoretical Framework: In regions facing water scarcity, effluent reuse emerges as an alternative to alleviate pressures and reduce contamination of water sources. In this regard, the choice of the Ipojuca River Watershed is justified due to the susceptibility of its constituent municipalities to water scarcity and pollution, as well as the fact that the Ipojuca River has been classified as the third most polluted in the country.
 
Methodology: The methodology involved basin characterization, data collection from the sanitation services provider to perform quantitative and qualitative evaluation of reclaimed water supply, identification of demands based on consumptive uses (industry and irrigation), existing water use permits, and the provider's customer database. Additionally, georeferenced maps were generated for spatial analysis of the water balance.
 
Results and Conclusion: Twelve Sewage Treatment Plants were identified, four of which are still under construction, with nominal treatment capacities exceeding the identified irrigation and industrial demands, except for two of them. In terms of quality, for the analyzed parameters, the treatment plants demonstrated satisfactory performance, suggesting that the effluent could be utilized for restricted purposes without the need for further treatment. Lastly, geospatially, the demands are located within a radius of 10km from the analyzed plants, in most cases.
 
Research Implications: It can be inferred that the basin holds a significant reuse potential to be explored as an alternative for enhancing water availability and reducing effluent discharge into the Ipojuca River.
 
Originality/Value: The results obtained through this unprecedented analysis in the watershed serve as a reference for policymakers and implementers of water resources management policies, as well as an encouragement for potential producers and consumers of reclaimed water.
Transforming to Normality in Regression Analysis with Exponentially Residuals
Authors: Mohammed Ali Haithem Taha , Adil Shareef Azad
Published: October 2023

In this article, a simulated study is introduced, focusing on the use of power transformation to estimate a nonlinear regression model in the presence of residuals following an exponential distribution. Four criteria were employed to estimate the power parameter: the p-value of Shapiro-Wilk test statistics for both the transformed and back-transformed data's normality, maximum likelihood estimation, and coefficient of determination. The findings of the study indicate that while it is possible to identify a range of viable solutions to select the optimal power parameter, finding a single optimal value that satisfies all estimation and decision methods is not feasible.
MAPPING AGE OF OIL PALM TREES USING GOOGLE EARTH ENGINE CLOUD COMPUTING IN PT. SCP, PULANG PISAU REGENCY
Authors: Putra Akbar Cahyadhi Pratama , Widhaningtyas Tantri Utami , Fariz Trida Ridho , Prakoso Aji
Published: October 2023

The aim of this research is to utilize remote sensing data and use the GEE platform to detect the age of oil palms using Landsat 8 OLI data at the Sebangau Kuala Plantation in Pulang Pisau Regency, Central Kalimantan. This research was analyzed using the Google Earth Engine using FCD (Forest Canopy Density) analysis. The results of the model correlation with the conditions of the year of planting in the field through ARESTA (area statement) are 0.63 or have a strong relationship. The RMSE (Root Mean Square Error) value of the FCD (Forest Canopy Density) model is 0.661, which means that the error value is small and can be used as a model reference. The use of remote sensing and GEE makes the process of mapping the age of oil palm more effective. The results of the research show that mapping the age of oil palm using GEE is very efficient based on computing time, so it is very suitable for use in oil palm plantations.
Effects of Using Artificial Intelligence on the Accounting Profession: Evidence from Istanbul Certified Public Accountants
Authors: ALFARES Saja , ŞAVLI Tuba
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the accountants’ awareness and perception of using artificial intelligence in

accounting practices and determine whether the characteristics of accountants significantly affect their awareness and perception of using artificial intelligence in accounting practices. This research is both descriptive and analytical. The descriptive part of the research covered the accountants’ awareness of using artificial intelligence in accounting and their perceptions of using it. The analytical part is about the correlation between accountants’ characteristics, such as gender, age, education, area of expertise, and work experience, and their awareness and perceptions of using artificial intelligence. A questionnaire is prepared in Turkish and shared with Certified Public Accountants in İstanbul through the İstanbul Chamber of Certified Public Accountants. Based on the 155 responses received, it was noted that accountants are highly aware of using Artificial Intelligence in accounting practices, and their perception is supportive. The t-test and ANOVA results showed that accountants' personal characteristics do not significantly impact their awareness and perception of using artificial intelligence in accounting practices.
تحليل وقياس أثر التجارة الخارجية في الاحتياطيات الاجنبية في العراق للمدة 2004-2021
Authors: خالد بهاء , احمد دلدار
Published: October 2023

يهدف هذا البحث الى بيان أثر التجارة الخارجية في الاحتياطيات الاجنبية في العراق للمدة (2004-2021). نتيجة تزايد الإهتمام في العقود الأخيرة بموضوع الإحتياطيات الأجنبية وإدارتها والذي رافق تزايد الأزمات الإقتصادية ليصبح الإحتفاظ بنسبة ملائمة من هذه الإحتياطيات عنصر أمان ضد الأزمات الإقتصادية في الداخل والخارج وأداة إستثمارية مهمة. وفيما يتعلق بالإقتصاد العراقي فقد أدى رفع الحصار الاقتصادي بعد عام 2003 وإرتفاع قيم صادرات النفط المتزايد مع إرتفاع أسعار النفط إلى زيادة الايرادات المالية وبشكل كبير من النقد الأجنبي أدت ألى إرتفاع كبير في حجم الإحتياطيات الأجنبية في ميزانية البنك المركزي. ويعتبر سعر النفط من أكثر المتغيرات تأثيراً على الإحتياطيات الاجنبية في العراق لأن العراق يعتمد بشكل شبه كلي في تمويل نفقاته من خلال إنتاج وتصدير النفط فقط. واستخدم هذا البحث المنهج الوصفي والاسلوب القياسي باستخدام نموذج الانحدار الذاتي للإبطاء الموزع (ARDL). وتوصل البحث الى جملة من الاستنتاجات أهمها: إن (69%) من التغيرات الحاصلة في المتغير التابع والمتمثل بالاحتياطيات الاجنبية ترجع إلى المتغيرات المستقلة والمتمثلة بالصادرات والواردات، كما إن هناك علاقة طردية بين الاحتياطيات الاجنبية والصادرات، وتوجد علاقة توازنية طويلة الأجل بين متغيرات البحث.
Clinical features of the course of tuberculous meningitis in HIV-infected patients
Authors: Babaeva Irina Y. , Shevchenko Andrey I. , Dudchenko Diana V. , Tolochko Christina A. , Romantsov Victor V. , Nartov Egor O.
Published: October 2023

Background. Central nervous system tuberculosis is one of the most severe forms of extrapulmonary tuberculosis, which is due to an unfavorable clinical course, a high incidence of neurological complications and deaths. Despite this, the problem of early diagnosis is still not solved.
Aim. To study the clinical and laboratory-instrumental features of the early diagnosis of tuberculous meningitis in HIV-infected patients.
Materials and methods. A retrospective analysis of 31 case histories of patients with tuberculous lesions of the meninges and central nervous system in the late stages of HIV infection who were treated at the Clinical Tuberculosis Dispensary of Krasnodar Territory in 20202022 was carried out. The data of clinical manifestations of the disease, the results of laboratory and instrumental methods of examination were analyzed. Statistical data processing was performed by Microsoft Office Excel 2021 with the calculation of averages, standard deviation.
Results. Tuberculous lesions of the meninges and the central nervous system among HIV-infected people were more common in men of working age who were not previously registered in a tuberculosis dispensary. All HIV-infected patients had late stages of HIV infection with severe immunodeficiency: the content of CD4+ lymphocytes less than 100 cells was detected in 45.46%; from 100 to 200 cells/l of CD4+ lymphocytes were recorded in 36.36%, more than 200 cells/l in 18.18%. Also, in all the studied patients, the primary focus was established in the form of tuberculosis of the respiratory organs, represented in 56.52% of cases by disseminated pulmonary tuberculosis. More than 70% had generalized tuberculosis with damage to the kidneys, spleen, and peripheral lymph nodes. A feature of the manifestation of tuberculous meningitis in HIV-infected people can be considered a high frequency of acute increase in neurological symptoms. Of the cerebral manifestations, the most common were: headache, dizziness, photophobia. 13.04% of HIV-infected patients complained of nausea and vomiting. 91.30% showed signs of damage to the substance of the brain, represented by mono-, hemiparesis and damage to the cranial nerves, mainly IIIIV, VI, VII pairs. The composition of CSF in HIV-positive patients revealed the presence of mild pleocytosis (up to 100 cells/l) in 56.52% of cases. The nature of the change in the concentration of proteins, chlorides and glucose is nonspecific.
Conclusions. The study revealed the features of medical and social characteristics, clinical and laboratory and instrumental picture of tuberculous meningitis in HIV-infected patients and without HIV infection.
Mucoactive therapy in community-acquired pneumonia
Authors: Zaytsev Andrey A. , Filon Ekaterina A.
Published: October 2023

Aim. To study the clinical efficacy of Bronchipret syrup compared with the standard (real-world practice) mucoactive therapy for patients with viral pneumonia.
Materials and methods. The observation study included patients 1870 years old who presented with productive cough and were admitted to the pulmonology department with medically confirmed community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). The study included 60 patients; Group 1 included 30 patients who received Bronchipret syrup 5.4 mL 3 times a day for up to 1014 days. The other 30 patients with CAP were included in Group 2 (control), in which other mucoactive drugs were used at the discretion of the physician: acetylcysteine in 56.7% of patients, ambroxol in 30%, and bromhexine in 13.3%. The duration of therapy was established by a physician for a period of 1014 days.
Results. A significant decrease in sputum secretion was observed during treatment with Bronchipret (Group 1) on average on day 4 (after 4.31.2 days) and after 4.50.9 days in group 2. A decrease in the severity of daytime cough in Group 1 was observed after 4.91.2 days vs. 5.11.1 days in Group 2. The nocturnal cough stopped in 2.71.3 days in Group 1 and 2.60.9 days in Group 2.
Conclusion. The data support the use of combined products containing ivy and thyme in patients with CAP and mucolytics.
Experience in using Aterixen® in clinical practice. Results of the "SUPRA" observation program
Authors: Kulagina Irina T. , Bagaeva Madina I.
Published: October 2023

Background. The new medical product Aterixen (XC221GI) has appeared on the pharmaceutical market in 2022. It was revealed, at preclinical stage, that the main anti-inflammatory drug's effect was assured by its effect on production of anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-8 and chemokines IP-10 (CXCL10), MIG (CXCL9). The results of double-blind randomized placebo-controlled studies have shown high efficacy of the drug in the management of patients with new coronavirus infection (COVID-19) of different severity.
Aim. To evaluate experience of Atherixen practical use among physicians and general practitioners.
Materials and methods. The observational program included patients aged from 18 to 60 years with confirmed diagnosis of mild COVID-19. All patients have signed voluntary informed consent to participate in the study. The study consisted of 2 periods: screening period and drug administration period. All patients received Aterixen (100 mg tablets), 1 tablet 2 times per day for 14 days within the standard therapy outlined in the Temporary methodological recommendations on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of COVID-19. Efficacy was assessed by mean disease duration and physician and patient treatment satisfaction via five-point Likert scale.
Results. The average disease duration did not exceed 9.5 days. It indicates the ability of Aterixen to prevent the transition of the disease to moderate and severe forms. The degree of physician and patient treatment satisfaction via five-point Likert scale in the vast majority of cases corresponded to the highest grades. Moreover, no adverse events were reported during the study and all patients had high tolerability.
Modern concepts of antimicrobial therapy regimens for exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A review
Authors: Zaytsev Andrey A. , Leshchenko Igor V.
Published: October 2023

The publication discusses modern antimicrobial therapy regimens in patients with exacerbation of chronic obstructive pain. Lung diseases from the perspective of the updated version of national recommendations. Indications for prescribing antibiotics, etiological exacerbation risk factors, risk factors for encountering microorganisms with antibiotic resistance mechanisms, selection algorithm antimicrobial drug.
Differentiated approach to diagnosis and treatment to combined pathology of the pharynx, larynx and rhino-orbital zone: interdisciplinary interaction
Authors: Baranov Konstantin K. , Kotova Elena N. , Vyazmenov Eduard O. , Protasov Artem A.
Published: October 2023

Background. The main complaint of patients with inflammatory diseases of the pharynx is a sore throat; rhino-orbital pathology, in turn, is manifested by symptoms associated with impaired nasal breathing, lacrimal drainage and other ophthalmological disorders. With pathology of the larynx, dysphonia is often present. As a rule, such patients initially fall into the hands of general practitioners, therapists and pediatricians, less often otolaryngologists, however, periodically the clinical situation requires the involvement of other specialists and additional laboratory and instrumental studies. The article presents a number of clinical observations of patients with combined pathology of the pharynx, larynx and rhino-orbital zone, who initially turned to an otolaryngologist, who subsequently required a team approach from various specialists.
Aim. Demonstration of a differentiated approach to the diagnosis and treatment of combined pathology of the pharynx, larynx and rhino-orbital zone within the framework of interdisciplinary interaction of specialists based on clinical observations of patients.
Materials and methods. We observed 5 patients who initially sought consultation with an otorhinolaryngologist with complaints of pain or discomfort in the throat, impaired nasal breathing, lacrimal drainage, itching in the eye area, and dysphonia.
Results. The article presents clinical cases of syphilis, leptotrichosis of the oropharynx, herpesvirus infection type VI, infectious mononucleosis, infectious-toxic paresis of the larynx, the diagnosis and treatment of which was carried out through interdisciplinary interaction of otorhinolaryngologists with doctors of other specialties. The presented observations demonstrate that, despite the reason for treatment, patients with combined pathology of the pharynx, larynx and rhino-orbital zone require the help of not only otolaryngologists, but also other specialists, primarily infectious disease specialists.
Conclusion. In order to improve the quality of diagnosis, routing and treatment of patients with combined pathology of the pharynx and rhino-orbital zone, it is necessary to develop interdisciplinary interaction and create conditions for expanding the professional erudition of doctors dealing with the problems of pathology of the same anatomical areas.
CULTURA DA MANDIOCA: CONTRIBUIÇÕES PARA O REDESENHO DA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES DE QUÍMICA NA AMAZÔNIA
Authors: Junior Pedro Campelo de Assis , Eleutério Célia Maria Serrão , Souza Renato Henriques de
Published: October 2023

As contribuições dos saberes e fazeres locais para o redesenho da formação inicial de professores de Química se fundamentam nas competências gerais da Educação Básica que anseia pela valorização da diversidade de vivências culturais, conhecimentos e experiências vinculadas ao contexto dos alunos. Esta pesquisa foi desenvolvida com o objetivo de apresentar uma temática regional para se pensar em construir uma proposta de formação inicial para atender as reais necessidades da região Amazônica, promover melhorias no currículo, garantir o direito à aprendizagem dos alunos, reconhecer as especificidades regionais, fomentar um currículo diversificado que não só valorize e reconheça as diferenças, mas que contemple nos espaços formativos a diversidade cultural, que possui fisionomia própria, com predomínio de elementos indígenas, mesclado a caracteres negros e europeus e cujo ator principal é o caboclo, resultante da miscigenação do índio com o branco, e cuja força cultural tem origem na forma de articulação com a natureza. Para atender um dos princípios da investigação científica, elegemos, em relação à abordagem, a pesquisa qualitativa e descritiva que amparam o procedimento metodológico. Este estudo foi desenvolvido no curso de licenciatura em Química CESP/UEA e nas escolas campo-estágio, tendo como protagonistas do processo de redesenho da formação inicial de professores de Química na Amazônia, professores formadores de professores, licenciandos, professores regentes, alunos da educação básica e pessoas que detém informações sobre os saberes culturais.
Crude gelatin from jellyfish for storage stability of frozen maize tortilla bread
Authors: Horisah K. , Purwandari U.
Published: October 2023

To support food security, a frozen tortilla bread was prepared from local Madura corn
with crude jellyfish gelatin as cryoprotectant. The purpose of this study was to determine
the effect of jellyfish gelatin concentration on the quality of Madura frozen tortilla bread
during storage at low temperatures. This research was conducted using a completely
randomized factorial design with two factors: jellyfish gelatin concentration (0, 5 and
10%) and storage time (0, 7, 14 and 21 days). The research parameters analyzed were
colour, hardness, elongation, tensile strength, staling rate, water content, water activity
and hedonic sensory characteristics. Results showed that there was no change in
elongation, tensile strength, water activity, and moisture content at the beginning and end
of storage. Gelatin concentration increased hardness, preference towards taste and
mouthfeel, and overall preference; while reduced L value, elongation, tensile strength,
water activity, and preference towards colour. Meanwhile, storage time increased the L
and a values, hardness, and preference towards taste and decreased the value of b,
preference toward colour, texture and overall preference. Interaction of two factors did not
affect staling rate, a value, b value, and preference toward aroma, but showed a significant
effect on hardness, elongation, and tensile strength. In conclusion, crude jellyfish gelatin
can be used to maintain the physical, chemical, and sensory qualities of frozen tortilla
bread due to low-temperature storage.
La exposición de redes sociales en tiempos de pandemia y su impacto en los jóvenes mexicanos
Authors: Contreras Domínguez Marianela
Published: October 2023

Hoy en día las redes sociales se han convertido en una parte fundamental para la vida de los adolescentes, la socialización se ha digitalizado, transformando el espacio público a virtual. Esto se ha incrementado debido a la pandemia del COVID-19, dado que a causa del confinamiento el uso de redes sociales se ha potencializado. Por ello, el propósito de la presente investigación es analizar cómo la exposición de redes sociales en tiempos de pandemia puede impactar negativamente en la autoestima de los jóvenes mexicanos pertenecientes a la generación Z, siendo las mujeres las más afectadas, y explicar la razón de este fenómeno.
Displaying Organisation
Authors: Goddard Rhiannon
Published: October 2023

Displaying Organisation is a practical, step-by-step guide to planning and implementing exhibitions. Drawing on the author's in-depth experience of managing a wide range of exhibitions and installations, the book breaks down the process of exhibition creation into easy-to-read sections.

Split into distinct sections, Displaying Organisation covers not only key tasks, but also explores the skills and knowledge specific to the museum and heritage sector. Coverage includes: defining and planning your project; setting up a project team, assigning roles and responsibilities; carrying out a formative evaluation and writing an interpretation plan; the foundation skills needed to be a successful project manager - budget, risk and programme management; advice and approaches on how to tackle common problems to ensure success.

Featuring 'top tips' from industry leaders and professional as well as real-life examples and templates this book is a must-read for new and experienced museum and exhibition professionals, as well as students studying to enter the heritage sector.
PERANAN DIGITAL MARKETING BAGI USAHA MIKRO DALAM MENGGEMBANGKAN DESA UNGGA SEBAGAI DESA WISATA KAMPUNG PERAK
Authors: Joniarta I Wayan , Hasan Qorib Hasyim Kholid , Hainingsih Winda Maliana , Puspitasari Fini  Laelani , Jundi Abdullah , Setyawan Dodi , Rivaldi Ahliwathany , Huriah Huriah , Umrah Siti , Suryaningsih Dini , Ladira Fani
Published: October 2023

Desa Ungga merupakan salah satu satu desa yang terletak di Kecamatan Praya Barat Daya, Kabupaten Lombok Tengah, Provinsi Nusa Tenggara Barat. Desa Ungga juga terkenal karena kerajinan peraknya, dan banyak toko seni di daerah wisata yang bermitra dengan perajin di desa ini. Permasalahan yang ada di perajin perak desa Ungga yaitu, kurangnya promosi dan pemasaran produk yang masih terbatas. Program kuliah kerja nyata  universitas Mataram tahun 2023 telah melakukan pemberdayaan perajin perak . Metode pendekatan partisipatif telah di lakukan dengan tahapan-tahapan sebagai berikut: 1) Pendataan jumlah perajin perak di desa Ungga, 2) Pembuatan media-media promosi kerajinan perak, 3)Pembuatan website e-comerce untuk pemasaran produk kerajinan perak, 4) Melatih operator yang akan mengelola website e-comerce.  Setelah melewati tahapan tersebut tim pelaksana mendekati para perajin untuk identifikasi produk perak unggulan  yang akan di unggah di website. Dari proses tersebut maka website e-comerce dengan .Link;(https://desaunggaofficial.wordpress.com/) telah bisa diakses. Perajin yang sudah memasukkan produk ke e-commerce tersebut yaitu : Jaelani (Jean’s Kreatif),Tamrin’s Silver (Tamrin Creative), Abdul kahar (Dul’s Silver), Farid, (DHIMAS SILVER) (https://unggacreative.mygostore.com). Tim pelaksana juga melakukan survey kepada masyarakat desa Ungga  untuk mencari tanggapan warga dengan adanya website e-comerce dengan cara mengedarkan kuisioner.  tersebut. Dari hasil survey  didapatkan hasil bahwa 90% masyarakat desa Ungga sangat setuju dengan adanya website tersebut dan 10 % yang tidak setuju. Sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa program pembuatan website tersebut sudah berhasil mengangkat produk kerajinan perak di Desa Ungga.
ANALISIS KINERJA SIMPANG TIGA TAK BERSINYAL (Studi Kasus Simpang Tiga Hang Tuah-Danau Beratan)
Authors: Putri Dewa Ayu Putu Adhiya Garini , Herin Kornelisen Mario Kesin , Ariawan Putu
Published: October 2023

Jalan Simpangan Hang Tuah dan Jalan Danau Beratan merupakan salah satu lokasi titik yang seringkali terjadi kemacetan. Hal ini dikarenakan tingginya intensitas kendaraan yang dari dan menuju jalur ini karena merupakan akses pengumpul dari jalan utama I Gusti Ngurah Rai serta tingginya kepadatan penduduk pada area Sanur. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi kinerja operasional dari simpang jalan Hangtuah dan Jalan Danau Beratan. Kegiatan penelitian dilakukan dengan metode survei lapangan selama 8 jam. Berdasarkan hasil analisis diperoleh, kondisi eksisting menunjukan kategori tingkat pelayanan C. Hal ini menggambarkan lama tundaan simpang yaitu sebesar 10,5 det/skr. Adapun parameter lain yang menunjukan kinerja simpang ini adalah kapasitas sebesar 3878 skr/jam, arus lalu lintas sebesar 1871,6 skr/jam, derajat kejenuhan sebesar 0,53. Kemudian dengan derajat kejenuhan tersebut menyebabkan peluang antrian sebesar 7,67 % (batas atas) dan 26,99 % (batas bawah).
Improvement of Co 25 Rice.
Authors:   Asst. Professor Department of Agricultural Botany, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, P NARAYANASWAMY , A SUBRAMANIAM ,   Professor and Head of  Botany, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, C.L SUBRAMANIAM ,   Associate Professor of Plant PAthology,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: October 2023

The popular tall indica long duration blast resistant rice variety Co 25 was crossed with IR 8 in 1969 to combine yield potential and plant type of IR. 8 and lateness and blast resistance of Co 25. Six selections confirming to these objectives evaluated at F3 goneration were tested for their yield potential in Kharif, 1973. The most promising selection among them viz., 5142 was advanced to trials at ryots holdings. In another set of 10 promising selections that are under evalua. tion for their yield potential and suitability to Samba season (July-August to January-February) Cult. 1353 and 13493 appear promising from their desirable yield components and duration.
STUDIES ON RADIOBIOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF X-IRRADIATION IN CASTOR
Authors:   Assitant Crop Specialist (oilseed) Groundnut Research Station Pollachi, M.R SIVARAM , P MADHAVA MENON ,   Director Directore of Millets Development Dept Of Agriculture Government of Madras
Published: October 2023

Pollen grains and dry dormant seeds of two varieties of castor wore irradiated with X-rays at different doses. Roduction in germination and number of racemes per plant were noticed in R C 1377. No marked decrease in survival of seedlings, reduction in flowering duration, height of plant and number of primary branches per plant in both the varieties of pollen and seed irradiations were noticed in the M, generation. A greater inhibition of ger- mination was noted in seed irradiations in the two varieties in the My generation. Increase in height was recorded in pollen and seed irradiations in the two varieties. Reduction in R C 1377 and increase in NPH 1 In respect of the number of primary branches was registered in pollen as well as seed irradiations. In respect of the length of main raceme increase in RC 1377 and decrease in NPH 1 of pollen and seed irradiations was noticed. The num- ber of racemes per plant increased in both the varieties in pollen irradiation The doses employed in the present investigation can not be considered as high enough in the case of seed irradiation.
Studies on the Nuclear Polyhedrosis of Heliothis armigera (Hbn.)
Authors:   Instructor of  Entomology Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore, R JEBAMONI RABINDRA , T.R SUBRAMANIAM ,   Professor of  Entomology Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore
Published: October 2023

Histopathological studies were made in fourth instar larvae of Heliothis armigera (Hbn.) Inoculated with a dose of 10 polyhedra per larva, Histopathological changes were discernible 48 hours after virus treatment. The most susceptible tissues were fat body, hypodermis, tracheal matrix and blood cells. Muscles, nerve tissue toregut, oesophageal valve, connective tissue surrounding the midgut, silk glands and testicular epithelium were also found to be affected by the virus to a lesser extent, Polyhedra could not be observed in the imaginal buds, malpighian tubules and hind gut.
Control of Plant Parasitic Nematodes Associated with Cotton
Authors:   Assitant Professor, Department of Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, . SIVAGAMI VADIVELU , G RAJENDREN ,   Instructor of  Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, A.H.A BUCKER ,   Technical Officer Rallis India Ltd Coimbatore, A.R SESHADRI ,   Head of The Division of Nematology Indian Agricultural Research Institute,New Delhi 110 012, T.S MUTHUKRISHNANS ,   Nemalogist Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003
Published: October 2023

Field trials with DD, DBCP, EDB, Nemaphos and VC-13 were laid out durind the winter seasons of 1965-68 on MCU 1 and MCU 3 cotton at the Agricultural College and Research Institute at Coimbatore for the control of nematode parasites of cotton. DD. EDB and VC-13 were applied a month beforo raising the crop, while, Nemaphos was applied 15 days after sowing. DBCP was tried as pre and post treatment nematicide in different concentrations. Though significant reduction was noticed population Immedi.. ately after application of nematicides, the population increased to a high level from post planting period in all the treatments and was significantly more In the case of DD followed by VC-13. Higher yield of kapas was realised in treated plots. The maximum yield was registered in DD followed by DBCP.
Characterisation of Blackgram Leaf Crinkle Virus.
Authors:   Associate Professor of Plant Pathalogy,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, P NARAYANASAWY , T JAGANATHAN ,   Instructor Department of Plant Pathalogy,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003
Published: October 2023

The blackgrain leaf crinkle virus (BLCV) lost its activity a: dilutions above 1:5000. at temperatures above 60°C. and in storage after 48 hours at room temperature. The optimum pH was found to be 7.2. BLCV was antigenic. and capable of reacting speci fically with its antiserum. Of the 24 plant species tested cowpea, cluster beans greengram, groundnut and redgram were infected by BLCV.
Effect of Ethrel on Ripening of Mango
Authors:   Instructor, Department of Horticulture, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, K.G SHANMUGAVELU , P SELVARAJ ,   Horticulturist, Department of Horticulture, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003
Published: October 2023

Fruits of Banoshan, KO 8 and Mulgoe were exposed to ethylene gas released by Eth rai (2-chloroethyl phosphonic acid) with Na OH pellets to hasten ripening. Ethrel at 10.000 ppm hastened the ripening of Baneshan fruits in 48 hours, in 60 hours in KO 8 at 2500-10000 ppm as against 108 hours under normal conditions. For ripening Mulgoa, 60 hours at 5000 and 10000 ppm was required as against 120 hours in control. Due to increase in corotenoids. the pulp and skin colouration was markedly improved at ripening. There was reduction in phenolics, pectin, sugars and ascorbic acid. Invariably the skin had more ascorbic acid than the pulp.
TECNOLOGIAS EMERGENTES EM EDUCAÇÃO: CONTRIBUIÇÕES GERAIS
Authors: Cabral Gladys Nogueira , Santana Aline Canuto de Abreu , Cordeiro Dalva Rodrigues Dourado , Teixeira Eunice Soares , Souza Jailson Ferreira de , Vidal Julio Cesar Espinoza , Prado Maria José Costa , Meireles Maria Lúcia Bezerra , Thomaz Paulo Roberto Valdo , Ferreira Rhafael Konieczny , Cabral Shanda Lindsay Espinoza , Bezerra Solange Alves , Pagnocca Vanessa Vasquez
Published: October 2023

A obra representa uma jornada pelos desafios e oportunidades que a tecnologia está trazendo para o campo educacional.
DEBATES CONTEMPORÂNEOS SOBRE A EDUCAÇÃO: lições aprendidas e transformações necessárias
Authors: Menezes Neto Armando de , Menezes Karla Mendonça , Rocha Bruna Beatriz da , Ivanicska Rebeca Freitas
Published: October 2023

O livro intitulado “DEBATES CONTEMPORÂNEOS SOBRE A EDUCAÇÃO: LIÇÕES APRENDIDAS E TRANSFORMAÇÕES NECESSÁRIAS” traz em cada capítulo, um novo saber, é possível ver debates sobre: inclusão, tecnologias, formação docente, saúde mental, ensino e aprendizagem e até mesmo sobre o direito.
Determination of Bone Developments of Rat Anterior and Posterior Extremity Bones in Prenatal and Postnatal Period by Double Staining Method
Authors: ÖZTÜRK Mustafa , UNUR Erdoğan , ACER Niyazi , ERTEKİN Tolga , ALPA Serife , MEKER Mesut , TAHTA Yahya
Published: October 2023

Aim: In our study, we aimed to determine the morphological development of the bones of the anterior and posterior extremity by staining the rat fetus and offspring skeletons with the double staining method.

Method: In the current study, seven groups three prenatal (16th, 18th, and 20th days) and four postnatal (0th, 3th, 7th and 12th days) were formed from the foetuses and offsprings obtained from 13 pregnant rats. Then, it was stained with double staining method. Anterior and posterior extremity images of the fetuses and offsprings were examined under a stereo microscope, and ossification findings were determined. Total bone and ossification lengths as well as ossification areas were measured using the ImageJ software.

Results: The first cartilage destruction in fetuses occurred on the 16th day of pregnancy in the clavicle, scapula, humerus, radius and ulna; It was seen in the femur, tibia and fibula on the 18th day of pregnancy. The first ossification centres were in the clavicle, scapula and humerus on the 18th day of pregnancy; It was seen in the radius, ulna, femur, tibia, fibula and 2-5 metatarsal bones on the 20th day of pregnancy. The secondary ossification centre was seen on the 0th day (birthday) in the scapula and humerus, on the 7th day after birth in the ulna and radius, and on the 12th day after birth in the femur and tibia. In the study, while the ossification rate in 20-day-old foetuses was 48.9% in the humerus, 53.2% in the radius, 55.7% in the ulna, 33.6% in the femur, 43.2% in the tibia, 44.3% in the fibula, it was determined that it reached 69.7% in the humerus, 78.4% in the radius, 73.3% in the ulna, 63.5% in the femur, 75.5% in the tibia, and 69.2% in the fibula on the 12th day after birth.

Conclusion: In this study, we revealed the morphological changes of the anterior and posterior extremity bones of fetuses and offsprings in the normal developmental course. We think that these results will shed light on the studies to be conducted on the detection of skeletal anomalies in teratological studies and contribute to a more comprehensive evaluation of the findings to be obtained from the studies to be conducted.
Relationship Between Fatigue, Cognitive Functions, Depression, and Disability in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
Authors: ZEYTİN DEMİRAL Gökçe
Published: October 2023

Aim : Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, progressive, and neurodegenerative disorder of the central nervous system. It frequently leads to symptoms such as disability, cognitive impairment, fatigue, and depression. This study aims to examine the relationship between fatigue, cognitive functions, depression, and disability among individuals with MS.

Methods: Seventy-four MS patients were evaluated by using the Cognitive Failure Questionnaire (CFQ) battery. The Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) was used in determining the level of disability, whereas the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS) and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) were utilized in measuring the levels of fatigue and depression, respectively.

Results :Moderate positive correlations were found between EDSS and BDI (r1=0.342; p<0.001), between EDSS and FSS (r1=0.392; p<0.001), between CFQ and BDI (r1=0.451; p<0.001), between CFQ and FSS (r1=0.425; p<0.001), and between FSS and BDI (r1=0.424; p<0.001).

Conclusion :The results achieved in this study indicate that fatigue and depression increase as disability increases among Multiple Sclerosis patients and cognitive impairment is associated with both depression and fatigue.
Analysis of the determinants of investment among the Pro-Vitamin-A cassava farming household in southeast Nigeria
Authors: Agunannah MU  , Njoku KN  , Ikechukwu CE  , Anyim EI
Published: October 2023

This study analyzed the determinants of investment among Pro-Vitamin A cassava farming households in South East, Nigeria. Multi-stage sampling procedure which involves purposive and random sampling techniques was employed to select a sample size of 348 respondents used for the study. Data were collected with the aid of a structured questionnaire and analyzed using ordinary least square regression analysis. The study found that farming experience (0.0577) and farm income (0.8924) are statistically significant and have positive effect on the amount invested in farming. While the coefficient of price of farming input (-0.0249) has significant negative effect on Pro-Vitamin A cassava investment. The adjusted R-squared value of 0.8775 indicates that approximately 87.75% of the variation in the amount invested in farming can be explained by the explanatory variables. The model's overall significance was assessed using the F-ratio, which yielded a significant value of 71.44 at the 1% level. To support farmers, the government should ensure that essential farm inputs like improved cassava cutting, fertilizers, tractors, and agro-chemicals are easily accessible and offered at heavily subsidized rates.
Use of Ipomoea involucrata B. flower as metallochromic indicator for complexometric titrations
Authors: Benjamin Uchenna Modozie  , Nkechi Helen Okoye  , Innocent Oghale Ajawobu  , Joy Amara Anunobi  , Obioma Erochukwu Achugbu  , Onyinyechi Ezeh-Nnaedozie  , Nkem Treasure Chizaramekpere
Published: October 2023

The present work highlights the use of Ipomoea involucrate B. flower extract as a complexometric indicator in complex formation between the EDTA and the following metal solutions (Cu2,+ Ba2,+ Hg2+, Fe3+, and Bi3+). Ipomoea involucrate is a species of the Ipomoea genus, belonging to the family Convolvulaceae. This natural indicator was extracted in 2M HCl at 100 0C for 30-40 minutes, cooled and the extract filtered and extracted with ethyl acetate and the pigment extracted with amyl alcohol which was separated and concentrated over a water bath. The flower extract was screened for its use as an metallochromic indicator at different pHs in metal solutions of Cu2,+ Ba2,+ Hg2+, Fe3+, and Bi3+.This natural indicator from the results obtained gave sharp intense color change at the equivalence point of complex formation between the metals and the EDTA at both acidic and alkaline pHs in the metal solution of Cu2+ and Fe3+ and that with different amount of EDTA used in the titration, which increased as the pH value increased, while the ipomoea indicator gave sharp intense color change at the equivalence point of complex formation between the metals and the EDTA at alkaline pHs in the metal solution of Ba2+, Hg2+ and Bi3+ at pH > 10. Natural flower indicators could take the place of the synthetic metallochromic indicators currently used in conventional laboratories because these flower extracts have excellent performance with sharp and intense color change in end points during the complexometric titrations and simple, cost-effective and environmentally friendly extraction methods.
The impact of digital marketing on global brand image: A customer segmentation approach
Authors: Deepesh Sheth
Published: October 2023

The impact of digital marketing on global brand image is an intriguing topic that has caught the attention of many marketers worldwide. Digital marketing has revolutionized how businesses communicate with their customers and has become an integral part of their marketing strategy. In this blog, we will explore the impact of digital marketing on global brand image using a customer segmentation approach. We aim to help businesses better understand how digital marketing affects their brand image and how they can use this knowledge to improve their marketing strategies. Over the past few years, digital marketing has grown tremendously and become a dominant player in the marketing industry. The emergence of social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, has given businesses a new way to reach out to their customers and engage with them. Digital marketing has allowed companies to target specific segments of customers, measure the impact of their marketing campaigns in real time, and engage with customers on a more personalized level. Global brand image is essential for businesses expanding their reach beyond their borders. It refers to how customers perceive a company and its products or services worldwide.
The effect of action and casual video games on visual reaction time and accommodation in non-gamers
Authors: Mumtaz Qazi  , Hardeep Singh Matharu
Published: October 2023

Aim: To understand the effect of video games on non-gamers’ visual reaction time (VRT) and Accommodation. Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted to evaluate the effect of video games on VRT and Accommodation in non-gamers. Subjects between the age of 18-28 years with BCVA 0.0 LogMAR; 0.63M were enrolled in this study. A written consent was obtained. Subjects having binocular vision anomalies, systemic diseases, learning disabilities, and dry eyes were excluded from the study. All subjects underwent a comprehensive eye exam. In addition, VRT and Accommodation were measured pre and post exposure to video games. VRT was assessed with PEBL (Psychology Experiment Building Language) and WAM open field autorefractor was used to measure Accommodation. Result: 17 subjects (15 females and 2 males) participated in the study with the mean age of 21 ± 1.70 years. In the action video game group, mean VRT decreased significantly from 362.56±31.68ms to 348.75±31.35ms post video game exposure (p<0.05). The mean VRT in casual video game group pre video game exposure was 358±29.56ms and post was 353.89±26.8ms (p>0.05). The accommodative response exhibits a significant change, with pre-exposure mean of -0.98D and post exposure mean of -1.20D (p<0.05). Conclusion: Action video games were found to enhance VRT significantly, making them a potential tool for activities requiring rapid reactions. While casual video games also improved VRT, the changes were not statistically significant. Moreover, both types of video games had a significant impact on accommodative responses, which could be clinically relevant for individuals with accommodation related issues.
Premenstrual syndrome and its association with body composition: A comprehensive review
Authors: Syeda Farha S  , Pallavi R  , Veena BM
Published: October 2023

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a common condition that affects women of reproductive age. It is characterized by a wide range of physical and psychological symptoms that occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the association between PMS and body composition. The review explores the probable influence of body fat percentage, muscle mass, total body water, hormonal variations, and nutritional factors on the severity and occurrence of PMS symptoms. Understanding the interrelationship between body composition and PMS is crucial for healthcare professionals to support women in managing their symptoms and improving overall well-being.
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) serum biomarkers for screening and monitoring infections at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Authors: Andressa de Farias Fehlberg  , Roberta Pinho Gomes  , Joelma Lessa da Silva  , Rachel Siqueira de Queiroz Simões
Published: October 2023

HBV is a short-term disease and is one of the major causative agents of chronic liver illness. For others, it can become a long-term, chronic infection like liver disease or liver cancer. This paper was aimed to investigate the blood-based serum biomarkers for screening and monitoring of Brazilian patients collected in the All Lab at Rio de Janeiro city. This research were carried out using the chemiluminescence method. The presence (reactive) or absence of anti-HBV antibodies (non-reactive) was also investigated by the electrochemiluminescence. The serological diagnosis of hepatitis B involves the evaluation of antigens and antibodies. Our findings had been showed which it is possible to determine the different phases of the infection (reactive – positive or non-reactive – negative) and some samples can be resulted indeterminates or inconclusive by the choice method and the immune system or susceptible of the patients. The sum of numbers, average, standard deviation and coefficient of variation were calculated among the 2222 samples collected from 1660 patients and 477 samples from 411 patients from the year 2022 and 2023, respectively. So, irrespective of HBV genotype or infection phase, this paper provides a classic way fast-track to advance the HBV serum biomarkers detected in blood samples. Novel challenges of serum HBV biomarkers should be more discussed to mitigated weaknesses points and eliminate cross-reaction in clinical assays.