bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Morphological analysis of Humeroulnar arcade and its practical implications: A cadaveric observational study
Authors: Murugan Magi , Raghavalakshmi S , Ramakrishnan Rajprasath , Kumar V Dinesh , Devi Rema
Published: October 2024

: Cubital tunnel’s roof is made of a fibrous band of tissue called Osborne’s ligament which extends between the two heads of the flexor carpi ulnaris muscle. This band is a potential cause of ulnar nerve compression in the cubital tunnel.

: A total of 30 embalmed cadaver was used and were classified using the O’ Driscoll classification. At different angles of the elbow flexion [20-140 degrees], the tautness of the ligament was noted and the variation of the length of the ligament concerning these angles was found by using the digital Vernier callipers.

20 cadavers had type 1b, 7 cadavers had type 0, 3 had type 1a and no cadaver had type 2 Osborne’s ligament. The percentage of ulnar nerve compression is more between 80 to 110 degrees of flexion maximum being 90 degrees.

: The knowledge of this anatomy may help in treating ulnar nerve compression safely using anterior nerve transposition techniques and analysing the post-surgical MRI images of the cubital tunnel area.
Students’ perception of rudimentary organs - Is the vermiform appendix a vestigial structure?
Authors: Schumann Sven
Published: October 2024

Vestigial anatomical structures or rudimentary organs are considered to have lost much or all of their function through evolution. In this survey, we asked medical students (n = 220) to define the terms “rudimentary organ or vestigial structure” and name up to three corresponding structures. 46 students completed the survey. With 21 times, the vermiform appendix was the most commonly mentioned organ. According to this pilot study, anatomists should be (more) careful in discussing and teaching vestigial structures so that students do not get confused in the context of highly functional organs.
Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique Versus Self-Myofascial Release on Hamstring Flexibility
Authors: Chavan Revati Suresh , Kadam Namrata
Published: October 2024

Background: The hamstring is the two-joint muscle, located on the posterior aspect of the thigh. The tightness of the hamstring muscle is more common than the other skeletal muscle. Lack of hamstring flexibility leads to postural changes and reduces muscle strength and length. To improve hamstring flexibility, muscle energy technique and self-myofascial release are effective. Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of muscle energy technique versus self-myofascial release by using a foam roller to improve hamstring flexibility in young individuals. Methods: 30 subjects were selected according to inclusive and exclusive criteria and they were divided into two groups, Group A treated with a self-myofascial release technique, and Group Was treated with a muscle energy technique. Results: To compare both groups, an unpaired t-test was used. The post-intervention value of flexibility in Group A is 8.4 and in Group B is 12.8. There is a significant difference between Group A and Group B for flexibility. According to the results, both techniques are effective but as a comparison, Group B i.e. muscle energy technique is more effective than Group A self-myofascial release. Conclusion: The muscle energy technique is more helpful in improving hamstring flexibility as per comparison to SMFR by using a foam roller.
Study of Biological Age and Chronological Age among Diabetes and Non-Diabetes: Case-Control Study
Authors: Alate Mahendra M. , Kakade Satish V.
Published: October 2024

Background: Age is a gradual and irreversible pathophysiological process. There are two types of ages one is Chronological Age (CA) another is Biological Age (BA). CA starts from the date of birth and biological age indicates what current physical condition of the body of those persons. Overall in India, seventy-seven million people above the age of 18 years are surviving from diabetes and out of that almost twenty-five million are pre-diabetics. Diabetes mellitus is linked with an increased risk of serious health complications which decrease health span. Our area of interest study of BA and CA among diabetes and non-diabetes participants. Aim: Comparison of biological age and chronological age in diabetes and Non-diabetes Participants. Material and Methods: A Study was conducted in a pastoral area of western Maharashtra and collected data by house-to-house survey. Biological age was precise by using a standard instrument Omron HBF-375-IN Body Composition Monitor. We studied a total of 507 subjects, those aged 18 to 84 years, individuals with any surgical illness and physically handicapped were excluded. Results: We observed that 10.6% of people were suffering from diabetes out of 507. The Mean chronological age of diabetes mellitus participants was 64.85± 10.856 and 47.7±16.17 for non-diabetes mellitus participants. The Biological age of diabetes mellitus participants was 62.75 ± 10.6 and 49.07 ± 14.94 of nondiabetes mellitus participants. The mean difference between the biological age and chronological age of diabetes mellitus participants was 2.1851±9.37 and 1.25 ±12.5477 in non-diabetes mellitus. The difference in these means was moderately significant (t= 0.43489, p=0.6645). Conclusions: The Biological age of Non-diabetes Participants is less as compared to chronological age. Diabetes Participants have more biological ages as compared to their chronological age.
Digital Competence Among Secondary School Teachers in Relation to Gender, Locale and Type of Institution
Authors: Kumar Karan , Sharma Shaveta
Published: October 2024

The study examined the digital competence in relation to gender, locale and type of institution of 500 teachers in secondary schools. The data was collected using the Digital Competence Scale by Shipra Shrivastva and Kiran Lata Dangwal. The result of the study showed a significant difference in digital competence of (i) male and female teachers in secondary school with male teachers being more digitally competent; (ii) between urban and rural secondary school teachers with urban teachers having higher digital competence; and (iii) between secondary school teachers from government and private schools with private school teachers having higher digital competence.
Herramientas y estrategias para la gestión efectiva de riesgos en los procesos de negocio
Authors: Navarro Romero Elisa del Carmen
Published: October 2024

Este artículo de investigación tiene como objetivo realizar un análisis integral de las herramientas desarrolladas para la toma de decisiones en los procesos de negocio con eventos de riesgo asociados. El estudio aborda este tema desde perspectivas tanto teóricas como prácticas, examinando los enfoques y metodologías claves empleados en la gestión de riesgos, así como las herramientas y tecnologías utilizadas en la toma de decisiones. Se investiga el impacto de estas herramientas en la gestión de riesgos empresariales y su contribución para mejorar los procesos de toma de decisiones en los negocios. El objetivo es proporcionar a las empresas las herramientas disponibles y poder analizar cuáles son las deficiencias y oportunidades de las herramientas actuales para poder mejorarlas en futuras investigaciones, y que sean más adecuadas para las necesidades de las empresas. En esencia, este estudio ofrece ideas valiosas para las empresas que se esfuerzan por integrar la gestión de riesgos y elevar los procesos de toma de decisiones dentro de un entorno empresarial competitivo y complejo. Se realiza una exploración profunda de las herramientas, acompañada de recomendaciones para mejorar su implementación y utilización en las empresas. En resumen, este estudio proporciona información valiosa para las empresas que buscan reforzar la gestión de riesgos y mejorar los procesos de toma de decisiones dentro de un entorno empresarial dinámico y competitivo.
Research on the Cultivation of Composite Industrial Design Talents in Local Applied Undergraduate Colleges and Universities
Authors: Wang Fang
Published: October 2024

The cultivation of industrial design talents should arrive at the social kernel problems in the new era, and the research should shift from “discipline-oriented” to “problem-oriented” and “demand-oriented”, and take a cross and comprehensive perspective to examine the discipline orientation and talent cultivation objectives of industrial design in the new era. It examines the disciplinary positioning and talent cultivation objectives of industrial design in the new era, plans the high-quality development path of industrial design education in applied undergraduate colleges and universities from multiple perspectives such as co-creation of teachers and students, cultural leadership, digital intelligence empowerment, and multi-dimensional integration, etc., and combines the disciplinary foundation and characteristics of the institutions and the advantageous industrial resources of the local industry to build a modularized curriculum system of cross-disciplinary integration and a diversified innovative ecology of design talent cultivation, thus building a differentiated innovation paradigm for design disciplines in applied undergraduate colleges and universities，effectively enhance the composite vocational core quality of industrial design talents in local applied undergraduate colleges and universities as well as local service consciousness, so as to provide solid support for the sustainable development of regional economy and society.
Wzór zachowania matki – transgresja i transmisja pokoleniowa wzorów w doświadczeniach biograficznych byłych wychowanek placówek resocjalizacyjnych
Authors: Jaros Agnieszka
Published: October 2024

Artykuł poświęcony jest wzorom zachowania matki i procesom, jakim te wzory podlegają w kolejnych pokoleniach, z perspektywy byłych wychowanek placówek resocjalizacyjnych, które pozytywnie przeszły proces resocjalizacji. Podstawą teoretyczną analiz uczyniono teorię przemocy symbolicznej Pierre’a Bourdieu i Jeana-Claude’a Passerona oraz koncepcję człowieka transgresyjnego Józefa Kozieleckiego. Główny problem badawczy ujęto w postaci pytania: Jaki wzór zachowania matki ukształtował się u byłych wychowanek placówek resocjalizacyjnych w rodzinie pochodzenia i jakim procesom podlegał w kolejnym pokoleniu w perspektywie ich indywidualnych doświadczeń biograficznych? W badaniu wykorzystano metodę biograficzną, natomiast techniką pozyskiwania danych uczyniono autobiograficzny wywiad narracyjny. W oparciu o analizę uzyskanego materiału wyłoniono wzory zachowania matki, dla których dobro dziecka było ważne lub nie i przeanalizowano procesy, jakim te wzory podlegały w rodzinie nuklearnej. Podstawowy wniosek wysunięty z przeprowadzonego badania stanowi to, że wzory zachowania, w których dobro dziecka jest ważne, jako nabyte w rodzinie pochodzenia, wyuczone i zinterioryzowane, są reprodukowane w rodzinach nuklearnych (wzory te podlegają również dyspersji). Jednak wzór zachowania matki „niezainteresowanej” dobrem dziecka, jako odbiegający od standardów społecznych, norm i wyobrażeń ogółu populacji, zostaje odrzucony i w wyniku transgresji uruchamia zachowania przeciwstawne do tych wynikających ze wzoru pierwotnego.
Wybrane aspekty wspierania rodziny z dzieckiem z niepełnosprawnością przez dziadków – perspektywa biograficzna
Authors: Piestrzyńska Anna
Published: October 2024

Pojęcie wsparcia społecznego nabiera szczególnego znaczenia, gdy mowa o sytuacjach trudnych, zadaniowych czy kryzysowych, a do takich z pewnością należy choroba lub niepełnosprawność. Jej doświadczanie często wiąże się z sytuacjami wymagającymi permanentnej pomocy. Jeśli niepełnosprawność dotyka dziecka wsparcia wymaga nie tylko ono, ale cała rodzina. Rodziny wychowujące dzieci z niepełnosprawnościami potrzebują i oczekują pomocy. Poza wsparciem świadczonym przez różnego rodzaju instytucje, mogą otrzymywać je od najbliższych członków rodziny. Celem artykułu jest pokazanie konkretnych działań wspierających rodzinę z dzieckiem z niepełnosprawnością z perspektywy dziadków, którzy wpisując się w sieć wsparcia rodziny, świadczą pomoc na wiele sposobów.
Aktywność społeczno-edukacyjna seniorów w środowisku wiejskim. Potencjał i ograniczenia
Authors: Maćkowicz Jolanta , Wnęk-Gozdek Joanna , Śliwa Ewa
Published: October 2024

Celem tekstu jest ukazanie aktywności podejmowanej przez seniorów w środowisku wiejskim, jak również różnego rodzaju utrudnień charakterystycznych dla ich środowiska zamieszkania. W badaniach zastosowano zbiorowe studium przypadku z wywiadem pogłębionym (Stake 2009). Przyjęta strategia jakościowa pozwoli na ukazanie indywidualnych doświadczeń w przeżywaniu własnej starości w kontekście możliwości i ograniczeń. Badaniem objęto 12 przypadków – rdzennych mieszkańców wsi w różnych regionach Polski, w przedziale wiekowym 67–80 lat. Badania wskazują na istnienie różnorodnych ograniczeń w podejmowaniu aktywności przez seniorów wiejskich. Spośród badanych przypadków większość seniorów nie poddaje się pasywnej starości i podejmuje działania na rzecz samorozwoju i aktywizacji swoich rówieśników, pomimo pojawiających się trudności. Należy jednak podjąć działania na rzecz zwiększenia dostępności ofert aktywizujących osoby starsze w ich miejscach zamieszkania.
Sprawozdanie z XIII Łódzkiej Konferencji Biogra­ficznej z cyklu: „Biografia i badanie biografii”, pt. „Sytuacje trudne w biografii. Wątki eduka­cyjne”, Łódź, 20–21 lutego 2024 roku
Authors: Gutowska-Ciołek Anna
Published: October 2024

W dniach 20–21 lutego 2024 roku odbyła się zorganizowana przez Katedrę Andragogiki i Gerontologii Społecznej Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego XIII Łódzka Konferencja Biograficzna z cyklu Biografia i badanie biografii. Motywem przewodnim tym razem było hasło: „Sytuacje trudne w biografii. Wątki edukacyjne”. W trakcie obrad uczestnicy – reprezentanci różnych dyscyplin naukowych i różnych uczelni oraz instytucji edukacyjnych – mieli możliwość zaprezentowania wyniki swoich badań, ale także przedyskutowania zagadnień ważnych zarówno pod względem merytorycznym, jak i metodologicznym. Konferencja wzbudziła zainteresowanie zarówno wśród doświadczonych naukowców, jak i młodych badaczy i stała się pretekstem do wielu cennych rozważań oraz inspiracji naukowych związanych z badaniami biograficznymi.
Effects of Acupuncture on the mRNA Expression of NF-κB p65/TNF-α Activated by Fat Accumulation in High-fat Diet-induced Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Rats
Authors: Lee Yumi , Park Junghye , Choi Donghee , Kim Jae Gwan , Choi Taejin , Youn Daehwan
Published: October 2024

Background: We studied the effects of manual acupuncture (MA) and warm acupuncture (WA) on early-stage nonalcoholic steatohepatitis in relation to fat accumulation by observing the mRNA expression of nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) p65 and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) in a rat model with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) induced by high-fat diet. Methods: The experiment was performed using Sprague Dawley rats randomly divided into control (CON), NAFLD, NAFLD + MA and NAFLD + WA groups. Acupuncture was performed on the SP9 + BL18 acupoint from each group for 5 min, twice a week for 8 weeks. Total cholesterol (TC) was measured in the serum and triglyceride (TG) and resistin were measured in the hepatic tissue. In addition, hematoxylin and eosin stain, Masson’s trichrome stain, Oil red O stain and perilipin immunohistochemistry were used for histological analysis. Finally, quantitative polymerase chain reactions were performed to observe the changes in TLR4, NF-κB p65 and TNF-α. Result: Resitin and TLR4 decreased in the NAFLD + WA group. The NAFLD + MA group exhibited reduced levels of TC and TG, which mitigated NF-κB p65 and TNF-α mRNA downregulation through downregulation of the TLR4.
Estimation of Marketing Live Weight of Lambs by Different Machine Learning Algorithms
Authors: Karakus F.
Published: October 2024

Background: Further research is needed to estimate the marketable live weight of lambs with high accuracy and reliability while minimizing contact and measurement. This study aimed to estimate the 120th-day marketing weight of Morkaraman lambs by different machine learning algorithms, considering the variables of dam age, sex, birth type, birth weight, as well as 30th day, 60th day and 90th day live weights. Methods: Artificial neural networks (ANN), classification and regression trees (CART), support vector machines with radial basis function kernel (SVMR) and Random Forest (RF) algorithms for estimation of the marketing weight were performed for training (75%) and testing (25%) datasets. Models used in this study were compared based on mean absolute error (MAE), root mean squared error (RMSE) and mean absolute per cent error (MAPE) performance metrics. The most significant predictor of the marketing live weight in all models was the 90th day live weight, whereas the birth weight, birth type and dam age were the least important predictors. The correlation coefficients between live weight values estimated by the SVMR, CART, RF and ANN models and the actual marketing live weight were determined as 0.82, 0.82, 0.82 and 0.84, respectively. Result: The best prediction for the marketing live weight of Morkaraman lambs in the 4th month was obtained from the ANN model. Using artificial neural networks to determine the marketing weight of lambs can save time and labor because of the reduced number of weighings. It may improve decisions made in flock management.
Piper Grafts Resistant to Both Pathogenic Phytophthora capsici and Meloidogyne incognita
Authors: Truong Hai Thi Hong , Rasphone Sonexay , Nguyen Bao Le Quy , Nguyen Ngoc Quang , Nguyen Tri Minh , Ho Han Ngoc , Le Minh Hoang Duy , Nguyen Long Tien , Huynh Chuong Van , Nguyen Thuy Thi Thu
Published: October 2024

Background: Quick death and slow death are common diseases affecting black pepper cultivation. Quick death is caused by the pathogenic Phytophthora capsici whereas slow death is caused by the pathogenic nematode Meloidogyne incognita. Piper hancei and Piper divaricatum are two species in the Piper genus that are resistant to these pathogenic agents. In this work, grafts between these disease-resistant rootstocks and high-yielding scions were created and the disease resistance of these grafts was characterized. Methods: Twelve graft combinations were created, using rootstocks of the disease-resistant HUIB_PD36 HUIB_PH30 and HUIB_PH46. The high-yielding P. nigrum cultivars (HUIB_PN27, HUIB_PN45, HUIB_PN69 and HUIB_PN97) were used as scions. The graft survival rates were evaluated and graft compatibility was examined using microscopy. Furthermore, pathogenic inoculation was employed to study graft susceptibility towards Phytophthora capsici and Meloidogyne incognita. Result: High survival rates, with high degrees of graft compatibility were observed in grafts derived from HUIB_PN27 scions. Furthermore, grafts derived from HUIB_PH30 and HUIB_PD36 rootstocks demonstrated robust resistance towards both Phytophthora capsici and Meloidogyne incognita.
The Mediating Effects of Self-Regulated Learning Strategies in the Relationship between Mindsets and Adaptation to College Among Chinese International Students
Authors:   Global Studeis Education Association, Hwang Soonhee , Choi Keumjin
Published: October 2024

In recent years, the number of foreign students in Korea has been rising again after a drop during COVID-19. These students often face challenges like academic and social difficulties, social isolation, and adjusting to new environments. This study aims to comprehensively understand the relationships among Chinese international students' mindsets, self-regulated learning strategies, and college life adaptation, and to analyze the role of self-regulated learning strategies in the relationship between mindsets and college life adaptation. Our findings show that firstly, a growth mindset predicts better use of self-regulated learning strategies, while a fixed mindset predicts poorer use. Secondly, both mindsets and self-regulated learning strategies influence academic, social, and emotional adaptation. Thirdly, self-regulated learning strategies mediate the effects of both growth and fixed mindsets on different aspects of adaptation, showing significant mediating effects in several relationships. The study highlights the importance of fostering a growth mindset and effective self-regulated learning strategies to aid international students in adjusting to university life.
Pron Pozisyonda Omurga Cerrahisi Uygulanan Hastalarda Pozisyon Değişimi Sonrası Gelişen Hipotansiyon İçin Öngörülen Faktörlerin Araştırılması
Authors: Yırtımcı Selim Can , Ozgunay Seyda Efsun , Gamlı Mehmet
Published: October 2024

Omurga cerrahisi geçiren hastalarda, supin pozisyondan pron pozisyona döndükten sonra hipotansiyon gelişebilmektedir. İntraoperatif hipotansiyonun kısa süreli olsa bile postoperatif ciddi komplikasyonlarla ilişkili olabilir. Amacımız bu hasta grubunda pozisyon değişikliği ile ilişkili hipotansiyon gelişimindeki risk faktörlerini ortaya koymaktır. Prospektif, gözlemsel çalışmamıza 18 yaş üstü, genel anestezi altında pron pozisyonda omurga cerrahisi geçirecek, 103 hasta dahil edildi. Hastaların perioperatif rutin monitörizasyon ve arteriyel kanülasyonundan sonra PPV monitörizasyonu uygulandı. Pron pozisyona döndükten sonra OAB 55 mmHg’nin altında olan veya preoperatif ölçülen OAB’ye göre yüzde 20’den fazla düşen hastalar hipotansif grup (Grup H, 50 hasta), geri kalan hastalar normotansif grup (Grup N, 53 hasta) olmak üzere iki gruba ayrıldı. Grupların demografik verileri, komorbidite sıklıkları, kullandığı antihipertansif ilaçlar, perioperatif PPV değerleri, ejeksiyon fraksiyon oranları, akciğer kompliyansları ve hava yolu basınç değerleri karşılaştırıldı. Grup H’de komorbidite varlığı, hipertansiyon olması, beta-blokör kullanılması, indüksiyon öncesi PPV değerinin yüksek olması istatistiksel anlamlı olarak daha yüksek bulundu. Ayrıca Grup H’de yaş ortalaması daha yüksek, sigara kullanım oranı daha düşüktü. Ejeksiyon fraksiyon oranı Grup H’de anlamlı olarak daha düşük saptandı. Akciğer kompliyansı, tepe inspirasyon basıncı, plato basıncı, akciğer sürücü basıncı arasında iki grup arasında fark tespit edilmedi. Hemoglobin değerleri, laktat seviyeleri, bazal GFR düzeyleri bakımından anlamlı farklılık saptanmadı. Genel anestezi indüksiyonuna bağlı gelişen hipotansiyondan bağımsız olarak, pron pozisyona dönecek olan vertebral cerrahi geçiren hastalarda PPV değerinin yüksek olması, hipertansiyon tanısının olması, beta-blokör kullanımı pozisyon değişikliği sonrası hipotansiyon gelişmesinin sebepleri arasında sayılabilir.
Los griegos ante la guerra
Authors:   Universidad Nacional de San Martín, Argentina, Alfonzo Bruno Daniel
Published: October 2024

En este artículo el autor aborda la concepción griega acerca de la guerra. Realiza un recorrido histórico a través de las ideas que pensadores de la antigua Grecia postularon sobre el tema. Comienza con Heráclito, recuperando que la guerra es un fenómeno que tiende a la visión dicotómica: a algunos los hace hombres y a otros, esclavos. Posterior a ello, habla de la Ilíada de Homero, una epopeya bélica dominada por la fuerza; una potencia destructora que afecta a todos por igual. También menciona la República de Platón, en donde puede encontrarse la primera definición técnica del conflicto armado. Asimismo, recuerda que era común que los escritores también fueran soldados, como Esquilo, quien además de contribuir desde las letras, lo hizo mediante las armas. El texto concluye con Tucídides, quien expone la brutalidad del Imperio, particularmente el ateniense, en su arrasamiento con la isla de de Melos en el marco de la Guerra del Peloponeso. Con estas ideas se busca trasladar a la época actual y mostrar que, en nuestros días, estos pensamientos tienen más que vigencia.
El río “Bellese” en el mapa de Nathaniel Uring de 1726
Authors:   Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México - Instituto de Investigaciones Filológicas, Conover Blancas Carlos
Published: October 2024

En este texto se explora la importancia de una pieza geográfica creada por el capitán británico Nathaniel Uring durante uno de sus viajes: un mapa en el que representa el golfo de Honduras; puntualizando en un dibujo del río Belice. En él nombró al cuerpo de agua por primera vez con el topónimo “Bellese”. Uring fue un navegante que transitó los mares de América durante el siglo XVIII. Sus viajes fueron mayormente fructíferos, pero en otras ocasiones resultaron unos desafortunados naufragios. Fue durante una de esas expediciones cuando llegó al río Belice, convirtiéndose en el primer británico en plasmar ese territorio. Por otra parte, el artículo también habla sobre la manera en la que se desarrollaba la vida para los mayas en ese periodo frente a la intervención de la Corona española. Además, ofrece un amplio rastreo filológico del origen del topónimo ‘Belice’.
Les Eucalyptus des Iles de la Sonde. 6e partie
Authors: Martin B. , Cossalter Christian
Published: October 2024

Dans les articles précédents, les auteurs ont successivement examiné E. alba et E. urophylla, comparé leur morphologie et décrit le milieu naturel dans lequel poussent ces deux espèces.Dans un troisième article, consacré à l'utilisation de ces espèces d'Eucalyptus, ils ont relaté l'introduction expérimentale outre-mer par des chercheurs du C.T.F.T. et commenté les résultats obtenus au Congo. Dans ce numéro, les auteurs traitent plus particulièrement du programme d'amélioration génétique, des tests de provenance et des résultats de l'analyse de variance. Ils indiquent également quelques données physiologiques intéressantes pour les sylviculteurs et font référence à l'aptitude de ces deux espèces à émettre des rejets.
Formulasi Dan Evaluasi Sifat Fisik Pasta Ekstrak Binahong (Anredera cordifolia (Ten) Steenis) Dan Cangkang Telur Ayam Dengan CMC Na Sebagai Pengikat
Authors: Eryani Mikhania Christiningtyas , Aditama Agnis Pondineka Ria
Published: October 2024

Binahong (Anredera cordifolia (Ten) Steenis) is a natural ingredient that can prevent tooth decay due to plaque. The purpose of this study was to formulate and evaluate the physical properties of binahong extract paste and chicken egg shells with various concentrations of CMC Na as a binder. The paste was formulated with various concentrations of CMC Na, namely 1.5% (F1), 2% (F2) and 2.5% (F3). The physical properties of the paste studied included organoleptic, homogeneity, pH, viscosity, spreadability and foam height. The results showed that variations in the concentration of CMC Na affected the organoleptic physical properties of color, viscosity and foam height of the paste. However, variations in the concentration of CMC Na had no effect on the pH and spreadability of the paste.
Evaluasi Penggunaan Antibiotik pada Pasien ISPA Non-pneumonia di Puskesmas Senduro Kabupaten Lumajang Tahun 2019
Authors: Pratiwi Permata Sari , Rachmawati Ema , Rachmawati Sinta , Aryani Dhita Evi , Norcahyanti Ika , Machlaurin Afifah , Muhammad Hilmi Afthoni
Published: October 2024

Acute Respiratory Infection (ARI) is an infectious disease of the upper and lower respiratory tract. Non-pneumonic ARI is mostly caused by viral infections so symptomatic therapy can be given, but it can also be caused by bacterial infections so antibiotic therapy is needed. Unwise use of antibiotics can increase bacterial resistance, thereby increasing morbidity and mortality rates. Regular evaluations need to be carried out to reduce the unwise use of antibiotics. The evaluation method that can be used is a quantitative method (ATC/DDD) to determine trends in antibiotic use. This research was conducted on 278 outpatient non-pneumonic ARI patients at the Senduro Lumajang Community Health Center in 2019, with the aim of knowing patient characteristics, antibiotic use profile, and description of antibiotic use using the ATC/DDD method. The results showed that female patients (n=154; 55.4%), were more dominant than male (n=124; 44.6%), patients with the highest age range being 36-45 years (n=70; 25, 2%), the highest diagnosis of ARI was other acute infections of the upper respiratory tract (J06) (n=147; 52.9%), the most commonly used antibiotic was amoxicillin (n=227; 81.6%) and the most rarely used was cefadroxil (n=13; 4.7%). Based on the evaluation results using the ATC/DDD method, it shows that amoxicillin is the antibiotic with the highest DDD value of 7.5 DDD/1000 patients/day and the antibiotic levofloxacin with the lowest DDD value of 0.3 DDD/1000 patients/day.
Proposta de incorporar articuladores não-manuais usados nas línguas de sinais para favorecer as representações na área da ciências da natureza
Authors: Gomes Eduardo Andrade , Catão Vinícius
Published: October 2024

Os Tradutores e Intérpretes Educacionais de Língua de Sinais e Português  (TIELSP) e os professores bilíngues utilizam diferentes articuladores manuais e não-manuais das línguas gestuais-visuais para incorporar características da normalização científica aos conceitos visualmente representados em salas de aula com estudantes surdos. Isso acontece, por exemplo, quando é necessário apresentar, respeitando a convenção posta pela Ciência, os 118 elementos químicos dispostos na Tabela Periódica atual. Considera-se para tal a importância das diferentes simbologias serem corretamente representadas em língua de sinais, com o devido rigor trazido pela Ciência, assegurando o direito linguístico dos surdos no acesso ao conhecimento científico. Assim, este trabalho apresenta uma abordagem qualitativa-exploratória, com exemplos oriundos das Ciências e que se relacionam às experiências de um TIELSP na produção, na tradução de materiais didáticos e na sua atuação como intérprete em diferentes componentes curriculares na área das Ciências da Natureza e da Engenharia. Depreendemos com este artigo que a sinalização das diferentes simbologias científicas, empregando os articuladores não-manuais, pode ser uma importante ferramenta linguística capaz de promover a significação junto aos estudantes surdos na Educação Básica e Superior, principalmente quando se aborda conteúdos científicos que demandam precisão na sua forma de expressão. Por fim, acreditamos, ainda, que este estudo pode favorecer um maior entendimento dos conceitos científicos a esse público, a partir da atuação dos TIELSP e dos professores bilíngues no âmbito das Ciências em geral.
Badminton em aulas de educação física para alunos surdos dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental
Authors: Lacerda Rafaela Pinheiro , Souza Loyana da Costa
Published: October 2024

O Badminton é considerado um esporte de rede que possibilita ampliar a cultura corporal dos alunos e trabalhar diferentes conhecimentos, movimentos e habilidades nas aulas de Educação Física, por meio de um esporte não tradicional da cultura brasileira. O objetivo do presente estudo foi relatar os desafios, estratégias e benefícios da aplicação do conteúdo Badminton nas aulas de Educação Física dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental no Colégio de Aplicação do Instituto Nacional de Educação de Surdos (CAp/INES). Como paradigma de pesquisa, optou-se pela pesquisa qualitativa. Todavia, a fim de melhor atender aos objetivos propostos, realizamos um relato de experiência, uma vez que este possibilita maior aproximação e aprofundamento no cotidiano e nas experiências vividas pelos próprios sujeitos. O relato de experiência foi viabilizado por professoras de Educação Física dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental (3° ao 5° anos) no CAp/INES. Os desafios encontrados foram: instalações precárias; compartilhamento dos espaços com outros professores; inclusão dos alunos surdos com múltiplas deficiências em uma modalidade complexa; nível motor, intelectual e linguístico diversificado. Conclui-se que, mesmo diante de desafios a criação de estratégias pelas professoras foram cruciais para o trato pedagógico do conteúdo Badminton que culminou com diversos benefícios para os alunos surdos dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental do CAp/INES.
Breve panorama histórico sobre o ensino das lutas, artes marciais e esportes de combate no Brasil
Authors: Rufino Luiz Gustavo Bonatto , Gomes Mariana Simões Pimentel
Published: October 2024

Objetivo: desenvolver um quadro analítico baseado em um breve panorama histórico sobre os processos de ensino e aprendizagem das Lutas, Artes Marciais e Esportes de Combate no Brasil, analisando a influência de referenciais internacionais em sua constituição, bem como os caminhos, processos e proposições para esse campo. Metodologia: Foi analisada a produção científica sobre LAMEC e as influências internacionais que moldaram seu debate no Brasil. Resultados e discussão: Os resultados mostraram que a partir da década de 1990 houve um aumento de trabalhos focados na legitimidade das LAMEC e em como elas poderiam integrar a Educação Física. O desenvolvimento das LAMEC pode ser organizado em três momentos: o primeiro, “busca pela legitimidade” visou tornar tais práticas possíveis de serem tematizadas na Educação Física. O segundo, “disseminação”, envolveu um incremento de propostas baseadas em análises sobre o ensino das LAMEC em diversos contextos. O terceiro, “busca por transformações paradigmáticas”, está ensejado em possibilidades de se pensar novos modos de se estruturar o ensino das LAMEC considerando as demandas contemporâneas. Conclusão: Conclui-se que as LAMEC têm se consolidado como práticas corporais importantes na Educação Física, destacando-se a necessidade de proposições que fomentem transformações nos modos de ensino e aprendizagem para todos os públicos e contextos de prática.
Historical Highlight: The Luria-Delbrück Fluctuation Test – A Study of the Nature of Bacterial Mutations Conferring Resistance to Infection by Bacteriophage
Authors: Greenspan Neil S. , Kukan Emily
Published: October 2024

In 1943, Salvador Luria, then at Indiana University, and Max Delbrück, then at Vanderbilt, published an analysis of mutations in Escherichia coli conferring resistance to infection by bacterial viruses, also referred to as bacteriophages [1]. Of note, Luria and Delbrück advanced our understanding of mutation prior to the publication by Oswald Avery, Colin MacLeod, and Maclyn McCarty in 1944, demonstrating that the so-called transforming principle, which was able to dramatically alter the surface and functional phenotypes of pneumococci, was composed of DNA [2]. The Avery et al paper is the focus of the initial Historical Highlight [3].
Examining IT Service Management Service Operations Utilizing The ITIL V3 Framework: A Case Study of Dana
Authors: Zulkarnain  , Anthony  , Valentino Elvin , Yoputra Keaton , Mulyanto  , Purwandi Nellsen
Published: October 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of IT service management (ITSM) service operations within the context of the ITIL v3 framework, focusing on a case study of Dana, a digital wallet company. Employing a quantitative research approach through a questionnaire, the study delves into Dana's implementation of ITIL v3 practices in managing its IT services. It investigates various aspects of IT service operations, encompassing event management, incident management, problem management, request fulfillment, and access management, within the framework of ITIL v3 and maturity model. By scrutinizing Dana's ITSM service operations, this study aims to offer insights into the effectiveness and challenges of applying the ITIL v3 framework in real-world organizational settings. The research findings contribute to the existing knowledge on IT service management practices and provide practical recommendations for organizations striving to optimize their IT service operations using ITIL v3 principles.
Finding a Research Paper Which Meaningfully Averages Unbounded Sets (v3)
Authors: Krishnan Bharath
Published: October 2024

Suppose n ∈ N. We wish to meaningfully average ‘sophisticated’ unbounded sets (i.e., sets with positive n-d Hausdorff measure, in any n-d box of the n-d plane, where the measures don’t equal the area of the boxes). We do this by taking the most generalized, satisfying extension of the expected value, w.r.t the Hausdorff measure in its dimension, on bounded sets which takes finite values only. As of now, I’m unable to solve this due to limited knowledge of advanced math and most people are too busy to help. Therefore, I’m wondering if anyone knows a research paper which solves my doubts. (Unlike previous versions with similar names, we add examples, motivations, and explanations to this version.)
Finding a Published Research Paper which Meaningfully Averages the Most Pathalogical Functions (V2)
Authors: Krishnan Bharath
Published: October 2024

I want to meaningfully average a pathalogical function (i.e., an everywhere surjective function whose graph has zero Hausdorff measure in its dimension). In case this impossible, we wish to average a nowhere continuous function defined on the rationals. We do this by taking the most generalized, satisfying extension of the expected value, w.r.t the Hausdorff measure in its dimension, on bounded functions with domains of finite measure which takes finite values only. As of now, I’m unable to solve this due to limited knowledge of advanced math and most people are too busy to help. Therefore, I’m wondering if anyone knows a research paper which solves my doubts. Unlike the previous paper, “Finding a Research Paper Which Meaningfully Averages Pathalogical Functions”) we add motivations, examples, and change parts of the original paper.
Viral Markers Inside Neoplastic Tissues in a Set of 68 Samples from 57 Upper Airways Cancer Cases
Authors: Briscolini Sara , Ciuti Francesca , Massacesi Stefania , Cucco Lucilla , Calisti Roberto , Paniccià Marta
Published: October 2024

A contribution of Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV), and certain types of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) to the overall pathogenesis of upper airways cancers seems a priori reasonably conceivable. The existing evidence mostly relates them to nasopharyngeal squamous and undifferentiated carcinomas; indications emerge about their involvement in other upper airways cancers too. Markers of EBV, HCMV, HPV16, HPV18, (and Mycoplasma pneumoniae as a negative control) were searched in a series of 68 samples of neoplastic tissues from 57 patients diagnosed with different upper airways cancers. The results provide clues in favor of an actual role of EBV, HCMV, and HPV18, in the web of causation of upper airways squamous and undifferentiated carcinomas, possibly of upper airways adenocarcinomas too.
Innovative Design and Fabrication of a 3D-Printed Prosthesis Arm for Automated Hand Rehabilitation
Authors: Ibrahim Zunaidi , Yaakub Rahayu , Elaklouk Ahmad , Morsidi Maziri , Piut Hazman
Published: October 2024

This study presents the innovative design and fabrication of a 3D-printed prosthesis arm aimed at enhancing automated hand rehabilitation for targeting hemiplegic patients who cannot open and close their hands. By leveraging surface electromyography (EMG) signals, the prosthesis arm translates muscle contractions in the forearm into precise hand movements, facilitating more effective rehabilitation. A comprehensive analysis of existing prosthesis designs guided the creation of a new, improved prototype. Using a concept scoring evaluation matrix, the best concept design was selected, designed, and fabricated through additive manufacturing. The finished prosthesis improves grip stability by imitating natural finger movements with flexible materials and a tendon system made of elastic ropes and fishing lines. Experimental comparisons between the designed prosthesis arm and a human hand showed significant similarities in flexion angles, though further refinement is needed for measurement accuracy and tactile feedback. The result presents the designed prosthesis arm validity and can be used in automated control rehabilitation in the future. This research also highlights the potential of 3D printing and EMG technology in creating customizable, efficient prosthesis arms for automated rehabilitation, suggesting pathways for future improvements and broader applications.
Depletion of Gibberellin Signaling Accelerates De Novo Root Regeneration in Arabidopsis thaliana, Which Can Rescue Declined Adventitious Root Formation from Erecta Mutant Leaf Explants
Authors: Jing Tingting , Xing Qian , Shi Yunfeng , Liu Xuemei , Müller-Xing Ralf
Published: October 2024

Adventitious root (AR) formation in plants origins from non-root organs such as leaves and hy-pocotyls. Auxin signaling is essential for AR formation, but the role of other phytohormones is less clear. In Arabidopsis, at least two distinct mechanisms can produce ARs either from hypocotyls as part of the general root architecture, or from wounded organs during de novo root regeneration (DNRR). In previous reports, gibberellin acid (GA) seems to play reverse roles in both types of AR formation, since GA treatment blocks AR formation from hypocotyls, whereas depletion of GA signaling results in reduced DNRR from detached leaves. Here, we report the positive effects of GA biosynthesis inhibitor paclobutrazol (PBZ/PAC) treatment on both types of AR formation in Arabidopsis. Consistently, loss of GA synthesis and signaling promoted DNRR in our conditions. Furthermore, PBZ treatment can rescue declined AR formation from leaf explants in erecta recep-tor mutants. Transcriptional profiling revealed that PBZ treatment altered GA, brassinosteroids and auxin responses, which included up-regulation of LBD16 that plays a pivotal role in AR initi-ation. This study reveals that depletion of GA biosynthesis promotes DNRR in Arabidopsis, and thus will contribute to further clarification of the role of GA during AR formation in plants.
Optimization of Business Processes through BPM Methodology: A Case Study on Data Analysis and Performance Improvement
Authors: Teixeira António Ricardo , Ferreira José Vasconcelos , Ramos Ana Luísa
Published: October 2024

This study explores the application of the BPM lifecycle to optimize the Market Analysis process within the Market Intelligence department of a major energy company. The semi-structured, virtual nature of the process necessitated careful adaptation of BPM methodology, starting with process discovery through data collection, modeling, and validation. Qualitative analysis, including value-added and root-cause analysis, revealed inefficiencies. The redesign strategy focused on selective automation using Python scripts and Power BI dashboards, incorporating techniques such as linear programming and forecasting to improve process efficiency and quality while maintaining flexibility. Post-implementation, monitoring through a questionnaire showed positive results, though ongoing interviews were recommended for sustained performance evaluation. This study highlights the value of BPM methodology in enhancing decision-critical processes and offers a model for adaptable, value-driven process improvements in complex organizational environments.
Updated List of the Flora of the Serra Dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
Authors: Coelho Marcus Alberto Nadruz , Cronemberger Cecilia Faria
Published: October 2024

An update was made on the flora of the Serra dos Órgãos National Park, located in the Atlantic Forest domain, Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil. Collections of plant samples were carried out from 2007 to 2010. These data were complemented by consultations with national and international herbaria, and scientific publications related to the flora of the Park. The total number of known plants is 3096, divided into 2412 angiosperms, 1 gymnosperm, 434 ferns and lycophytes and 249 bryophytes. Of these, 33 are endemic to the Park, 190 are endemic to the state of Rio de Janeiro, and 97 are classified in one of the IUCN threat categories. With these results, Serra dos Órgãos National Park becomes the Brazilian protected area with the richest known flora, harboring 38% of the species known to Rio de Janeiro state in an area of about 0,5% of its size. Despite the park’s great plant diversity, about 38% of the species had only one record and may be considered locally rare. Encouraging research and botanical collection in the park may increase the representation of locally rare species, rediscover species which are considered extinct and record new species for science.
Query Based Construction of Chronic Disease Datasets
Authors: Ngo Vuong M. , Sood Geetika , Kearney Patricia , Donohue Fionnuala , Nie Dongyun , Roantree Mark
Published: October 2024

The RECONNECT project addresses the fragmentation of Ireland's public healthcare systems, aiming to enhance service planning and delivery for chronic disease management. By integrating complex systems within the Health Service Executive (HSE), it prioritizes data privacy while supporting future digital resource integration. The methodology encompasses structural integration through a Federated Database design to maintain system autonomy and privacy, semantic integration using a Record Linkage module to facilitate integration without individual identifiers, and the adoption of the HL7-FHIR framework for high interoperability with the national electronic health record (EHR) and the Integrated Information Service (IIS). This innovative approach features a unique architecture for loosely coupled systems and a robust privacy layer. A demonstration system has been implemented to utilize synthetic data from the Hospital Inpatient Enquiry (HIPE), Chronic Disease Management (CDM), Primary Care Reimbursement Service (PCRS) and Retina Screen systems for healthcare queries. Overall, RECONNECT aims to provide timely and effective care, enhance clinical decision-making, and empower policymakers with comprehensive population health insights.
Proof of the Binary Goldbach Conjecture
Authors: SAINTY PHILIPPE
Published: October 2024

In this paper, a "local" algorithm is determined for the construction of two recurrent sequences of positive primes ( ) and ( ), (( ) dependent of ( ) ), such that for each integer n their sum is equal to 2n . To form this, a third sequence of primes ( ) is defined for any integer n by : = Sup( p ∈ : p ≤ 2n - 3 ) , where is the infinite set of primes. The Goldbach conjecture has been proved for all even integers 2n between 4 and 4. In the table of terms of Goldbach sequences given in appendix 10 , values of the order of 2n = are reached. This " finite ascent and descent " method proves the binary Goldbach conjecture ; an analogous proof by recurrence is established and an increase in by 0.7( is justified. Moreover, the Lagrange-Lemoine-Levy conjecture and its generalization, the Bezout-Goldbach conjecture, are proven by the same type of procedure.
An Interaction Between the Matrix Protein and the Polymerase Complex of Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Authors: Atchison Elliot B , Croft Sarah Naomi , Mathew Cynthia , Brookes Daniel W , Coates Matthew , Ito Kazuhiro , Ghildyal Reena
Published: October 2024

The global burden of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and severe associated disease is prodigious. RSV specific vaccines have been launched recently but there is no antiviral medicine commercially available. RSV polymerase (L) protein is one of the promising antiviral targets along with fusion and nucleocapsid proteins. During medicinal chemis-try campaign, two potent L-protein inhibitors (PC786 and PC751) were identified. Both compounds inhibited RSV A/B-induced cytopathic effect in HEp-2 cells equally, but PC786 was more potent than PC751 in bronchial epithelial cells. Repeated treatment with escalating concentrations on RSV A2 infected HEp-2 cells revealed both inhibitors led to a Y1631H mutation in the L protein, but only PC786 induced a mutation in the M protein (V153A). By L-protein fragment and M protein binding analysis, we showed that the M protein interacts with the 1392-1735 amino acid region of the L protein, where potentially PC786 binds. In addition, PC786 treatment or PC786 induced mutant RSV was found to increase M protein nuclear localisation later in infection concomitant with delayed fusion protein localisation at the budding viral filaments. As M protein is known to play a key role in virus assembly and budding late in infection, our data suggests that disrupting the interaction between M and L could provide a novel target for antiviral development.