bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
МОВНІ ПРОЦЕСИ У ПОТРАКТУВАННІ ВАСИЛЯ ЧАПЛЕНКА
Authors: Полтавська Дарина , Тараненко Ксенія
Published: December 2023

У статті визначено теоретичне значення наукових праць Василя Чапленка у висвітленні актуальних проблем мовознавства. Проаналізовані результати лінгвістичних досліджень вченого та авторське розуміння мовних процесів та мовного знака.  Об’єкт дослідження – теоретичні погляди В. Чапленка з актуальних проблем загального мовознавства.  Професор В. Чапленко доводить, що мовним знаком є всі структурні складники мови: фонеми, слова, синтагми, оскільки вони мають значення для мовної свідомості. Визначено, що мовний знак – це передусім структурна значущість, потрібна для взаєморозуміння, а не лише номінативність. Основними методами дослідження стали описовий, структурний та порівняльний.          Ключові слова: В. Чапленко, мовний знак, мовні процеси, загальне мовознавство, значущість
ЖУРНАЛІСТ І РЕДАКТОР ЙОСИП ТЕОДОР – МАЛОВІДОМЕ ІМ’Я РОЗСТРІЛЯНОГО ВІДРОДЖЕННЯ
Authors: Шептицька Тетяна
Published: December 2023

На основі матеріалів архівно-кримінальної справи українського журналіста і редактора Йосипа Теодора досліджено основні віхи його творчої біографії, проаналізовано інформативну специфіку документів справи з метою реконструкції просопографічного портрету репресованого діяча. Авторка використала біографічний, проблемно-хронологічний та герменевтичний методи. Оскільки архівно-кримінальна справа Й. Теодора фактично не була предметом окремого наукового дослідження, авторка виокремила й узагальнила інформацію, яка може бути використана для подальшого вивчення постаті журналіста. Документи радянських репресивних спецслужб щодо Йосипа Теодора вводяться у науковий обіг вперше. Ключові слова: Розстріляне відродження, журналісти, Великий терор, Биківня, політичні репресії, Йосип Теодор.
Performances of F3 and F4 Bulk Populations in Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)
Authors: BALCI Şerife , ÇINAR Volkan Mehmet , ÜNAY Aydın
Published: December 2023

The experiment was laid out in 2020 to compare the performance of thirty-seven F3 and F4 multi-parental bulk populations of cotton, including comparative cultivars, and to assess the heritability of traits studied. The differences within generations were significant for seed cotton yield, ginning out-turn, fiber quality, and nep fragments. The mean fiber strength of the F4 generation showed significant performance compared with F3. The broad sense heritability was high for ginning out-turn, fiber length, and fiber strength. The normal distribution for F3 and F4 generations due to non-significant skewness and kurtosis values indicated that there were no epistatic effects on the heritability of traits studied. Eight F4 lines were selected for transfer to F5 generation according to optimization in terms of desired traits.
The Investigation of Effect of Bacteria in Biological Control of Red Spider Mite (Tetranychus spp.) and Plant Yield Parameter in Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)
Authors: ÇELİK Sefa , TOZLU Göksel , KOTAN Recep
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study was to assess the usability of two bacterial strains, namely Bacillus subtilis PA1 and Paenibacillus azotofixans PA2, for the biological control of red spider species, and their effects on plant quality and yield in cotton under field conditions. The experiments were conducted at three different locations with multiple replications. As a control, a commercial preparation containing Lambda-Cyhalothrin as the active ingredient was used. The obtained results from the study revealed that the application of the bioagent formulation led to a significant decrease in the density of Tetranychus spp. at different biological stages, ranging from 59.22% to 61.07%, when compared to the control group. Additionally, several important plant growth parameters showed remarkable improvements. The number of fruit branches increased by 130.20%, plant crown diameter by 88.16%, plant height by 40.15%, the number of flowers by 21.25%, the number of wood branches by 18.13%, the average number of cocoons by 126.53%, and cocoon weights by 54.65% significantly across all three trial parcels. The successful implementation of the bacterial application for pest control had a positive impact on cotton yield. Bulk cotton yield increased by 80.03%, and fiber yield increased by 82.17%. Consequently, the bacterial formulation containing these two bacteria demonstrated its potential as a biopesticide in cotton cultivation, effectively controlling pests while also playing a crucial role in enhancing productivity. Overall, the study suggests that using the bioagent formulation consisting of Bacillus subtilis PA1 and Paenibacillus azotofixans PA2 could be an effective and environmentally friendly approach for pest control in cotton farming, leading to increased productivity.
ACESSO DA JUSTIÇA AO CORPO TRANS: AS POSSIBILIDADES DE CONSTRUÇÃO DE SABERES RECÍPROCOS
Authors: Rocha Marcelo Nunes da
Published: December 2023

Este trabalho inaugura a reflexão sobre o acesso à justiça da população atendida a partir da experiência da Clínica jurídica LGBTQIA+, fruto do convênio entre a Universidade Federal Fluminense, UFF, e
MAUS-TRATOS NA EXPORTAÇÃO MARÍTIMA DE ANIMAIS VIVOS: COMPARATIVO ENTRE BRASIL E ESPANHA
Authors: LUDOLF RAFAEL VAN ERVEN , Pipas Evelym , Chaves Luiza Alves , Madeira Filho Wilson
Published: December 2023

O comércio global de exportação de animais vivos tem sido foco de diversas críticas, principalmente em razão de maus-tratos aos animais, sofrendo repúdio público, ações judiciais, proposições legislat
CONCEPÇÕES DOCENTES SOBRE A ESCOLARIZAÇÃO DE ESTUDANTES SURDOS: um estudo de caso
Authors: Franco Elisângela de Carvalho
Published: December 2023

O presente estudo visa investigar as concepções de professoras do ensino fundamental sobre a Educação Inclusiva e a deficiência na escolarização de estudantes surdos em uma escola comum. A metodologia
AUTOCUIDADO DOS HOMENS EM SERVIÇOS DE SAÚDE DA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Santos Alef de Souza , Silva Matheus Quirino da Costa , Silva Myllena Miranda , Santos Isadora Facundes dos , Souza Delma Da Silva Magalhães , Oliveira Elenilda Farias de , Souza Anselmo Cordeiro de
Published: December 2023

Historicamente, desde a infância os meninos são ensinados que, por pertencerem ao sexo masculino, precisam desenvolver características de invulnerabilidade e reprimir as manifestações de fragilidade e
Segurança da Informação e Governança de Dados Pessoais no Setor Público
Authors: Paula Roberta Vantil De
Published: December 2023

SEGURANÇA DA INFORMAÇÃO E GOVERNANÇA DE DADOS PESSOAIS NO SETOR PÚBLICO

Um Estudo de caso do Programa QualificarES na Orientação às Regras da LGPD Perante a Evolução Tecnológica da Educação Profissional

As palavras-chave utilizadas nesta pesquisa foram: Proteção de Dados, Segurança da Informação, Educação Profissional e Tecnológica, e por meio delas a autora direciona sua pesquisa sobre  as ações de tratamento de dados no setor público perante as leis LAI (Lei de Acesso à informação) e LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados), ressaltando a importância da responsabilidade e a aplicação das regras de tratamento sobre os dados pessoais.

Capixaba (nascida no estado do ES), Roberta Vantil apresenta o programa de governo QualificarES como referência em sua pesquisa, sugerindo dois objetos de muita valia aos cidadãos capixabas (alunos da Educação Profissional), sendo um marco social transformador para todos que possuem um olhar visionário da inovação tecnológica na gestão pública.

E neste universo da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica, você terá conhecimento da aplicabilidade do Ciclo PDCA, mundialmente conhecido como uma ferramenta de melhoria contínua a qual a autora indicou para análise dos resultados futuros da gestão dos dados apurados nesta pesquisa.

Desejamos uma ótima leitura e uma melhor compreensão sobre o tratamento de seus dados pessoais.
Impactos da covid-19: desafios da pandemia na perspectiva da comunicação e saúde
Authors: Borges Vânia Coutinho Quintanilha
Published: December 2023

O ano de 2020 ficou marcado pelo surgimento da maior pandemia deste século, a covid-19. Somando-se às dificuldades impostas por uma emergência sanitária dessa amplitude, fomos desafiados também por fenômenos comunicacionais complexos, como a desinformação, a infodemia, a sindemia e as fake news, o que gerou a necessidade de a doença ser vista por perspectivas antes negligenciadas. O livro Desinformação e covid-19: desafios contemporâneos na comunicação e saúde oferece uma diversidade de análises e iniciativas para o enfrentamento das dificuldades fomentadas pela covid-19, a partir de diferentes concepções teóricas que buscam compreender as interfaces complexas que conectam a comunicação e a saúde. Como resultado, temos a expectativa de que se amplie a capacidade de garantirmos os direitos de cidadania, com uma saúde realmente equânime, universal e integral, oferecendo respostas melhores às crises que, porventura, estejam em nosso futuro.
Unsur Kebaruan (Novelty) dalam Penelitian: sebuah kajian literatur tentang Implementasi Kebaruan dalam sebuah penelitian
Authors: Haqqi Athiatul , Risnita
Published: December 2023

Artikel ini membahas pentingnya unsur kebaruan (Novelty) dalam sebuah penelitian. Unsur kebaruan merupakan akumulasi adanya satu atau beberapa unsur pembeda dalam sebuah riset. Maka, penelitian akan menampakkan unsur novelty yang sangat kuat ketika ia berguna bagi kehidupan. Pentingnya novelty dari sebuah penelitian memiliki banyak manfaat; selain untuk memperluas pengetahuan, Novelty juga dapat memperkuat keandalan dari pengetahuan baru yang dihasilkan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penyusunan karya ilmiah ini adalah dengan melakukan kajian literatur yang mendalam terhadap topik yang dibahas. Selanjutnya, data yang didapat dianalisis dan direduksi sesuai dengan relevansi pembahasan dari artikel ini. Sebagai temuan, penulis menampilkan tujuan dari unsur novelty, jenis-jenis novelty, cara menemukan dan menentukan novelty dari sebuah penelitian
Social Media and Nutritional Habits among nutrition students: A Social Work Perspective
Authors: Moghbeli Fateme , Rahimian Sobhan , Farajzadeh Ali , Khamineh Amirreza , Keikhay Moghadam Hanieh , Ghasemi Reyhaneh
Published: December 2023

Introduction: According to the research conducted in recent years and after the evolution of social networks, the statistics of obesity and the consumption of fast foods and high-calorie foods have increased significantly. Also, food blogging has become much more widespread and popular in the space of social networks, so we are investigating the impact of social networks on people's nutritional habits.Material and Methods: The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship and impact of social networks on people's nutritional habits. For this research, a 20-question questionnaire was answered by 60 college students and the obtained data was analyzed by SPSS 26.Results: The most social media has been used are Instagram, Telegram, and YouTube, and 22% use social media between 3 and 4 hours a day. More than 58% used ready food less than 2 days a week. But 56% of them reported that social media didn’t have a noticeable effect on their informed decision in choosing food.Conclusion: This study showed that the use of social media can be effective in people's lifestyle and food pattern and food intake.
Total loss torque waveform estimation for a turbocharged diesel engine
Authors: Mohamed Seddak , Assia Amina Lakhdari
Published: December 2023

The indicated (gas) torque is a key parameter for reciprocating engine. It reports on various aspects of the engine, such as the quality of the combustion process, the fuel combustion rate and the average effective pressure. This is a good indicator of the stability of the engine at work. The form of the instantaneous indicated torque is precious information for the control and diagnosis of the engine. The study of the simulation of crankshaft dynamics illustrates the need to know the total loss torque (i.e. the addition of friction torque, auxiliary torque and load torque) to achieve the indicated torque. To date, it has proven difficult to obtain an accurate predictive expression of the instantaneous total loss torque. This expression includes adequate simulation of friction of all moving parts of the engine (piston ring and skirt, crankshaft bearings, valve gear...), auxiliaries and load. Based on experimental results conducted on a four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, this work offers a simple and practical solution for estimating the total torque loss. The proposed method makes it possible to successfully estimate total torque losses under a wide range of engine operating conditions. The result prediction has been confronted to experimental data.
Prioridades de la Organización Mundial de la Salud para 2020-2030: una mirada bioética I
Authors: Balseca-Ruiz María José , Becerra-Ríos Claudia , Díaz Delgado Nair Yaneth , Montoya-Sánchez Laura , Portilla-Camacho Gloria Amparo , Tafur-Gómez Nathalia , Vallejo-Echavarría Juliana , Trujillo-Quesada Carlos Arturo , Rey Juan José , Gamboa Bernal Gilberto Alfonso
Published: December 2023

Justo antes de la pandemia por COVID-19, la Organización Mundial de la Salud definió unas prioridades de trabajo para la década 2020-2030. Un grupo interdisciplinario de profesionales de la salud reflexiona sobre estas prioridades, determinando unas categorías de análisis y, desde una perspectiva bioética, analiza cada una de ellas, ve su pertinencia, algunos eventos causales, las implicaciones que pueden tener si no son enfrentadas adecuadamente y hace sugerencias sobre la forma de llevarlas a cabo. En esta primera entrega se analiza el primer grupo de prioridades estratégicas: “poblaciones más sanas”.
En las conclusiones se destaca la conveniencia de acometer cada una de ellas de una manera colaborativa, gubernamental y privada; de reestructurar el sector salud con base en estas prioridades, aprovechando la experiencia obtenida en la lucha contra el COVID-19. La relación del ser humano con el medio ambiente también debe cambiar, apelando a la responsabilidad humana por el cuidado del planeta.
Evaluation of Potential Low-stress Handling Methods in Crl:CDSD Rats (Rattus norvegicus)
Authors: Kylie Jennifer , Cooper Dale M , Kurpinski Jenna K , Chase Forrest T , Muzyka Michael D , Plachta Tyler C
Published: December 2023

Low-stress handling methods have been studied in detail in mice, but relatively little research exists concerning preferred handling methods in rats. Most recommendations for low-stress handling of rats have been extrapolated from the mouse literature, despite known differences in handler interaction between the 2 species. The goal of the current study was to evaluate common methods of handling in rats, including application of recognized, low-stress handling methods from other species to rats, in order to determine relative stress levels associated with the handling methods. Seventy male and 70 female, 8-wk-old, Crl:CDSD rats, were housed either individually or in pairs, and were handled weekly or daily using one of the following methods: encircling of the torso (standard thoracic hold), handled using a tunnel, handled using a protective bite glove, handled using a soft paper towel, or tickled prior to being handled by the torso (n = 10 per sex per treatment group). Body weight and clinical observations were scored at each handling session, abbreviated functional observation batteries were performed every other week, and an interaction test and hematology were conducted prior to study and on the day of study termination. Rats that were socially housed and handled weekly using the standard thoracic hold showed the least evidence of stress, while those that were singly housed and handled weekly using a protective bite glove or tunnel showed the highest level of stress. These effects were predominantly seen in males. This study suggests that standard low-stress handling methods used for other species may not be optimal for rats, and that additional research is needed to identify alternative methods to the standard thoracic hold that would further reduce stress during handling in rats.
Pemetaan Suhu dan Tekanan Udara Terhadap Kepadatan Lalu Lintas di Ruas Jalan Wilayah Surabaya Utara
Authors: Syah Putra Muhammad Rofelino , Wibisana Hendrata
Published: December 2023

Kota Surabaya merupakan kota yang terletak di Provinsi Jawa Timur. Luas Kota Surabaya ±326,81 km2, dengan jumlah penduduk 2.880.284 jiwa (Badan Pusat Statistik Kota Surabaya). Pesatnya pertumbuhan lalu lintas di wilayah ini, mengakibatkan kemacetan di beberapa titik di wilayah Kota Surabaya. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui nilai dari pemetaan suhu dan tekanan udara terhadap kepadatan lalu lintas di ruas jalan wilayah Surabaya Utara dengan mengkaji nilai derajat kejenuhan dan Volume Kendaraan menggunakan basis data berupa Sistem Informasi Geografis (SIG). Pengumpulan data langsung ke tempat penelitian menggunakan alat bantu termometer, barometer dan counter checker. Dari hasil 13 segmen jalan diketahui kemacetan terjadi hmapir di semua tempat penelitian. Suhu dan tekanan udara mengalami kenaikan dari jam sibuk pagi dan jam sibuk sore. Pemetaan tematik menggunakan aplikasi ArcGIS menggunakan atribut polyline dan polygon.
Analysis of the Effect of Perceived Security, Information Quality, and Consumer Trust on Online Purchase Intention in the Shopee Application
Authors: Mandiri Gandhi Putra , Susila Ihwan
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study was to analyse the effect of perceived safety, information quality, and consumer trust on online purchase intentions in the Shopee application. This study uses quantitative research with a survey type of research. This study uses an online questionnaire as a data collection tool.  The population of this study are users and have made purchases of e-commerce fashion in the Shopee application. The sampling technique was purposive sampling. The sample of this study was 170 respondents. Data analysis This research technique uses the Partial Least (PLS) method with SMARTPLS software. The results of this study are Security and perceived information quality have a positive effect on trust. Security and quality of information have a positive effect on purchase intentions. Trust has a positive effect on purchase intentions. Trust can partially mediate the relationship between perceived security and purchase intentions. Trust can partially mediate the relationship between information quality and purchase intention
Pregnancy Outcome of Infertile Patients with Uterine Malformation after Hysteroscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery
Authors: Wang Yang , Deng Shan , Tian Qinjie , Sun Aijun , Chen Rong , Luo Min , Yu Qi
Published: December 2023

Background: Uterine malformations can be divided into the dysmorphic uterus (U1); septate uterus (U2); bicorporeal uterus (U3); hemi-uterus (U4) and hypoplastic uterus (U5) with clinical significance ranging from mild to severe. This study aims to investigate whether different types of uterine malformations in infertile patients who have undergone hysteroscopic and laparoscopic surgery are associated with different pregnancy outcomes. Methods: This is a retrospective study of patients with uterine malformations and infertility admitted to the Department of Gynecology of Peking Union Medical College Hospital between January 2003 and December 2020. Patients were followed through 31 October 2021. Those lost to follow-up or who had not tried to become pregnant were excluded. Fertility outcomes included pregnancy rate, live birth rate and miscarriage rate. Fertility outcomes among patients experiencing different uterine anomalies were compared using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Results: A total of 161 patients were included, of whom 62 (38.5%) had no other infertility-related factors except a uterine malformation. The rate of concomitant endometriosis (36.0%) was significantly higher than among the non-specific infertile population (p < 0.05). One hundred seventeen patients achieved a total of 151 pregnancies postoperatively. The total pregnancy rate was 77.5%, and the live birth rate was 73.4%. The pregnancy and miscarriage rates in patients with uterine septum with a single cervix were 76.0% and 15.5%, respectively; 75.0% and 37.5% among patients with unicornuate uterus with a single cervix; 88.9% and 9.5% among patients with uterine septum with a double cervix; 100% and 25% among patients with uterus duplex with double cervix; and 50% and 25% among patients with bicornuate uterus with a single cervix. Patients were grouped into either the septum group or the unicornuate uterus group dependent on the ability to enlarge the uterine cavity by surgery. The pregnancy rates for the two groups were 78.1% and 80.6%, respectively, with no significant difference noted (p = 0.599), although there was a significant difference in the miscarriage rate (14.4% vs. 33.3%) (p = 0.002). Conclusion: This retrospective analysis can help to illustrate differences in pregnancy outcomes of different types of uterine malformations although it lacked a proper control group. The non-obstructive uterine malformation may not be a dominant cause of infertility, and the volume of the uterine cavity may be a key factor leading to first-trimester miscarriage, rather than an important causative factor for infertility.
A Survey on the Type and Prevalence of Medical Interventions during Labor and Childbirth in Greek Pregnant Women
Authors: Papoutsis Dimitrios , Chatzipanagiotidou Nikoleta
Published: December 2023

Background: The purpose of this study was to identify the type and prevalence of medical interventions during labor and birth in Greek pregnant women. Methods: We constructed a 49-item web-based questionnaire to capture demographic data, obstetric data and the medical interventions performed during the most recent childbirth of participants. The questionnaire was posted on nationwide electronic media between November 2022 to January 2023. All women who had given birth at least once were eligible for the study, and results were stratified by the timing of their last birth. Results: There was a total of 954 women participating in the survey, with 809 women giving birth within the last 10 years and 145 women giving birth between 10 to 20 years ago. In those that gave birth within the past 10 years, the majority had a low-risk pregnancy (78.8%) and the overall cesarean section rate was 42.8%. During labor, women were allowed to change positions and to mobilize in about half of cases, whereas the lithotomy position at birth was reported by 81.4%. Almost 2 in 3 women reported a vaginal examination every hour or even more frequently, with approximately 30% sustaining more than 5 examinations intrapartum. Oxytocin use was reported in 36.9%, epidural use in 69.6%, and episiotomy in 47.3% of women. Women who had their last birth 10–20 years ago when compared to those who gave birth within the last 10 years seem to have experienced higher rates of medical interventions during labor and birth. Conclusions: The survey results demonstrate the medicalization of childbirth in Greek pregnant women over the past 20 years. These findings may serve as a benchmark against which to compare and identify possible changes in future birthing practices and to determine which measures to promote normality at birth should be implemented.
The Effects of Number and Quality of Transferred Blastocysts on Birth Outcomes in Frozen-Thawed Transfer Cycles
Authors: Li Yuhu , Zhang Liuguang , Yu Ping , Li Ning , Ma Bo
Published: December 2023

Background: There are few studies evaluating the effects of number and quality of transferred blastocysts on birth outcomes in frozen-thawed transfer cycles. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted, encompassing 5493 frozen-thawed blastocyst transfer cycles from January 2019 to June 2021. The cycles were categorized into five groups based on the number and quality of transferred blastocysts, as well as trichotomized based on maternal age brackets. Pregnancy outcomes such as implantation rate (IR), clinical pregnancy rate (CPR), multiple pregnancy rate (MPR), abortion rate (AR), live birth rate (LBR), and neonatal characteristics were compared and statistically analyzed. Results: The data revealed that maternal age, quality and number of the transferred blastocysts exerted a demonstrable impact on both pregnancy and birth outcomes. Within the same blastocyst transfer groups, it was noted that IR, CPR, and LBR exhibited a progressive decline as a function of advancing maternal age. Amplifying the number of homogeneously graded blastocysts for transfer did not conspicuously elevate CPR and LBR; however, it led to a statistically significant escalation in MPR (p < 0.01). In instances of dual blastocyst transfers, better-quality blastocysts yielded higher IR, CPR, MPR and LBR. Furthermore, neonatal outcomes were most favorable in singleton births, followed in sequence by dizygotic twins and monozygotic twins. A positive correlation was observed between sex ratio and the proportion of good-quality blastocysts, with a statistically significant difference between good-quality and poor-quality blastocyst groups (1.34 vs 1.00, p/odds ratio (OR)/95% confidence interval (95% CI) <0.01/1.33/1.10–1.62). Conclusions: Single blastocyst transfer appears to be an efficacious strategy for decreasing MPR while achieving favorable pregnancy and birth outcomes. Nonetheless, it should be noted that this strategy may engender a skewed sex ratio among the neonates.
The Value of Antenatal Ultrasound in Diagnosing Anatomical and Morphological Abnormalities of the Fetal Umbilical Vein
Authors: Zhang Chunguo , Zhao Jing , Wang Hongli , Zha Xiaoxia , He Lihong
Published: December 2023

Background: Normally, fetal umbilical vein (UV) starts from the capillary network in the chorionic villus and accompanies the umbilical artery (UA). After leaving the placenta, it courses along within the umbilical cord. As the embryo develops, the proximal segment of both the right and left umbilical veins obliterate, and the distal end of the left umbilical vein enters the liver. The microvessels passing through the liver gradually merge and communicate with the hepatic sinus to form the ductus venosus, which then drains into the inferior vena cava (IVC). UV anatomical and morphological abnormalities in complex and variable forms often lead to poor fetal prognosis. In light of this, a thorough prenatal ultrasound providing detailed information on UV abnormalities is potentially clinically significant. Methods: The sonographic features and clinical data of fetuses diagnosed with abnormal umbilical vein anatomy and morphology by antenatal ultrasonography from January 2016 to December 2021 in Sichuan Provincial Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital were retrospectively analyzed. Results: A total of 403 fetuses were included in the study. Among them, 318 cases were diagnosed with intrahepatic persistent right umbilical vein, and 44 cases experienced intracardiac malformations, 34 cases with extracardiac malformations, and 14 cases with both intra- and extracardiac malformations. Three cases had double umbilical veins; 1 case with intracardiac malformation and 1 case with extracardiac malformation. Eighty cases were diagnosed with umbilical vein varix (manifested as intra- or extra-abdominal vein varix or umbilical vein aneurysm); 2 cases with intracardiac malformations and 11 cases with extracardiac malformations. Two cases were diagnosed with umbilical vein stenosis, with neither of them combined with other malformations. Among the 403 fetuses, 86 received genetic testing with 8 of them confirmed with chromosomal abnormalities and the remaining 78 being normal. Of the 8 cases, 7 were diagnosed with persistent right umbilical vein (PRUV) and 1 had umbilical vein stenosis. As related to pregnancy outcomes, 386 fetuses had no obvious abnormalities being observed during the subsequent 2 years’ follow-up and 17 cases were terminated due to serious malformations. Conclusions: Antenatal ultrasound assists in the accurate diagnosis of anatomical and morphological abnormalities of the umbilical vein. For cases with no other malformations or chromosomal abnormalities, a better prognosis can be expected and careful follow-up is required, whereas for those with severe malformations or chromosomal abnormalities, the prognosis is often poor. Prenatal ultrasound should provide careful examination to determine whether the fetal umbilical vein has normal anatomy and morphology, thereby supporting better prenatal outcomes.
Isolation and Identification of Phenol-Degrading Bacteria from Iranian Soil and Leaf Samples
Authors: Mortazavi Atefehsadat , Hassanshahian Mehdi , Ali Eyhab , Fenjan Mohammed N. , Alawadi Ahmed , Alsalamy Ali
Published: December 2023

Background: By considering the importance and role of soil in the health of humanity, it is important to remove the presence of harmful compounds, such as phenol. Methods: In this study, four types of soil and leaf samples were collected from Kerman, Iran, and the amounts of heterotrophic and degradation bacteria were determined using the serial dilution and most probable number (MPN) methods. The amount of removed phenol was investigated using the Gibbs method with different concentrations of phenol. Then, an isolate with the highest percentage of phenol degradation was identified as the superior strain using 16 sRNA sequencing. The effects of the different factors, such as the carbon source (1% molasses and 1 g glucose), nitrogen source (0.1 g yeast extract), mixed culture, and time (14 and 28 days), on the biodegradation ability of the superior strain was investigated. Results: A total of 18 bacterial strains were isolated from the samples. Isolate B3 had the highest rate (75%) of phenol degradation, at a concentration of 1000 ppm, meaning it was identified as the superior strain. The molecular analysis results identified this isolate as the Comamonas testosteroni strain F4. This bacterium can degrade 89% of the phenol at 30 °C, 180 rpm, and 800 ppm over 28 days. C. testosteroni did not show a favorable phenol degradation ability in the presence of the investigated carbon sources, while this ability was also reduced in mixed cultures. Conclusions: C. testosteroni bacterial strain isolated from soil samples of pistachio orchards in Kerman, Iran, has a favorable ability to biodegrade phenol.
Influence of Age, Heart Failure and ACE Inhibitor Treatment on Plasma Renin Activity in Children: Insights from a Systematic Review and the European LENA Project
Authors: Steichert Melina , Cawello Willi , Bajcetic Milica , Breur Johannes M.P.J. , Dalinghaus Michiel , Male Christoph , de Wildt Saskia N. , Läer Stephanie , the LENA Consortium on behalf of
Published: December 2023

Background: Plasma renin activity (PRA) has gained relevance as prognostic marker in adults with heart failure. The use of PRA as a clinically meaningful parameter in children and children with heart failure requires a thorough knowledge of the factors that influence PRA to correctly assess PRA levels. We aim to evaluate the influence of age, heart failure and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEi) on PRA levels in children. Methods: We conducted a systematic literature search to identify studies on PRA levels in healthy children and in children with heart failure. In addition, we analysed PRA data measured before (n = 35, aged 25 days–2.1 years), 4 hours after (n = 34) and within the first 8 days of enalapril treatment (n = 29) in children with heart failure from the European project Labeling of Enalapril from Neonates up to Adolescents (LENA). Results: Age has a profound effect on PRA levels in healthy children, as PRA levels in the literature are up to about 7 times higher in neonates than in older children. Children with heart failure younger than 6 months showed 3–4 times higher PRA levels than healthy peers in both the literature and the LENA studies. In the LENA studies, the ACEi enalapril significantly increased median predose PRA by a factor of 4.5 in children with heart failure after 4.7 ± 1.6 days of treatment (n = 29, p < 0.01). Prior to treatment with enalapril, LENA subjects with symptomatic heart failure (Ross score ≥3) had a significantly higher PRA than LENA subjects with asymptomatic heart failure of comparable age (Ross score ≤2, p < 0.05). Conclusions: Age, heart failure and ACEi treatment have a notable influence on PRA and must be considered when assessing PRA as a clinically meaningful parameter. Clinical Trial Registration: The trials are registered on the EU Clinical Trials Register (https://www.clinicaltrialsregister.eu). Trial registration numbers: EudraCT 2015-002335-17, EudraCT 2015-002396-18.
Fisetin Treats Kidney Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Apoptosis in Rat Diarrhea
Authors: Koriem Khaled M. M. , Farouk Yousra K. O.
Published: December 2023

Background: Diarrhea is the increase in the excretion of human water; meanwhile, fisetin, a bioactive flavonol molecule, is widely used in the treatment/prevention of gastrointestinal disorders. The purpose of this study is to investigate the anti-diarrheal activity of fisetin by restoring kidney function, antioxidant activity, inflammatory markers, Na+/K+-ATPase level, apoptosis, and protein content in diarrheal rats. Methods: A total of 36 male rats were distributed into two groups (18 rats/group): normal and diarrheal. The normal group was further divided into three subgroups (6 rats/subgroup): Control, fisetin, and desmopressin drug subgroups, consisting of normal rats orally treated once a day for 4 weeks with 1 mL distilled water, 50 mg/kg fisetin, and 1 mg/kg desmopressin drug, respectively. A lactose diet containing 35% lactose was fed to the normal rats for a month. The diarrheal rats were also divided into three subgroups (6 rats/subgroup): diarrheal rats, diarrheal rats + fisetin, and diarrheal rats + desmopressin drug groups, whereby the diarrheal rats were orally treated once a day for 4 weeks with 1 mL distilled water, 50 mg/kg fisetin, and 1 mg/kg desmopressin drug, respectively. Results: Fisetin significantly decreased serum urea (41.20 ± 2.6–29.74 ± 2.65), creatinine (1.43 ± 0.05–0.79 ± 0.06), and urinary volume (1.30 ± 0.41–0.98 ± 0.20), while significantly increasing kidney weight (0.48 ± 0.03–0.67 ± 0.07), sodium, potassium, and chloride balance in both serum and urine. Fisetin significantly increased the antioxidant activity (superoxide dismutase (1170 ± 40–3230 ± 50), glutathione peroxidase (365 ± 18–775 ± 16), catalase (0.09 ± 0.03–0.14 ± 0.06), and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate hydrogen (NADPH) oxidase activity (8.6 ± 1.31–10.5 ± 1.25), while significantly decreasing malondialdehyde (19.38 ± 0.54–9.54 ± 0.83), conjugated dienes (1.86 ± 0.24–1.64 ± 0.19), and oxidative index (0.62 ± 0.04–0.54 ± 0.05)), alongside the inflammatory markers (tumor necrosis factor-α (65.2 ± 2.59–45.3 ± 2.64), interleukin-1β, interleukin-6 (107 ± 4.5–56.1 ± 7.2), and interleukin-10) in the diarrheal rats to values approaching the control values. Fisetin also restored the Na+/K+-ATPase level, apoptosis, protein content, and kidney architecture in diarrheal rats to be near the control group. Conclusions: Fisetin treated diarrhea in rats by restoring kidney function, antioxidant activity, inflammatory markers, apoptosis, proteome content, and histology.
Corpus Callosum Atrophy in Alcohol-Dependent Men with Memory Disorders and Visual Attention Difficulties
Authors: Nowaczyk Natalia , Cierpiałkowska Lidia , Mikołajczak Michał
Published: December 2023

Background: The earlier research confirm the relationship between structural changes in the corpus callosum and difficulties in attention and memory in the group of patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD). Nevertheless, the image of auditory and visual memory disorders in men with gradual atrophy of the corpus callosum and different alcohol abuse duration, it has not been explained yet. The overriding objective of this study was: (1) to determine whether there are principal and interaction effects of visuospatial and auditory-verbal memory on alcohol consumption and cross-sectional corpus callosum area in men with alcohol use disorder, (2) to assess the impact of callosal changes on the memory and visual attention processes. Methods: 97 men with alcohol use disorder were examined. T1-weighted scans were used to carry out corpus callosum segmentation and volumetric measurements. The cognition profile included two domains: attention, memory (visuospatial and auditory-verbal). Results: The results showed that participants with visuospatial memory disorder had inferior education background, and were characterized by a longer duration of alcohol abuse, more severe alcohol use disorder, and greater alcohol consumption per day. Second, alcohol-dependent men with auditory and visual memory disorders had a smaller frontal and posterior part of the corpus callosum areas. Additionally, among the alcohol-dependent men with memory disorders the smaller rostral body of corpus callosum was determined by the longer alcohol abuse duration. On the other hand, the smaller rostral body of corpus callosum was predicted by the older age only in alcohol-dependent men with normal memory. Among all examined individuals were observed a statistically significant relationships among visual attention, visuospatial memory and corpus callosum subregions including in particular genu and isthmus. Conclusions: The smaller corpus callosum cross-sectional area significantly affects visual attention and memory difficulties in alcohol use disorder, especially have differentiated the patients with normal and disordered memory. Longer alcohol abuse duration plays also a significant role in the corpus callosum atrophy in alcohol-dependent men with disordered memory (visuospatial in particular).
Losing the Middle Ground: The electoral decline of Social Democratic parties since 2000
Authors: Wagner Markus , Abou-Chadi Tarik
Published: December 2023

This is a chapter from an edited volume, Beyond Social Democracy: The Transformation of the Left inEmerging Knowledge Societies, edited by Silja Häusermann and Herbert Kitschelt. Abstract: Two widespread narratives attempt to account for the decline of social democratic parties over the past decades. The economic narrative points to these parties’ centrist positioning as the key cause and the Radical Left and Right as the key beneficiaries. In contrast, the cultural narrative focuses of the liberal positions of social democratic parties on new issues relating to cultural issues such as immigration, gender equality and European integration, and paints to the Radical Right as key beneficiaries. What links these two narratives is the idea that social democrats have alienated the working class. In this chapter, we use individual-level survey data from 8 countries to show that although social democratic parties have seen losses among all electoral groups, the voters who left social democratic parties were disproportionately centrist and educated. Second, we find that only a small share of former social democratic voters defected directly to parties of the Radical Right. Instead, social democratic parties lost most voters to moderate right, green and left-libertarian parties. We additionally show that cultural attitudes play only a small role for choosing between moderate right and social democratic parties. In contrast, they are strongly to choices between social democratic and green/left-libertarian parties. These findings cast doubt on both predominant narratives of social democratic decline.
Old Left, New Left, Centrist or Left National? Determinants of support for different social democratic programmatic strategies
Authors: Wagner Markus , Abou-Chadi Tarik , Häusermann Silja , Mitteregger Reto , Mosimann Nadja
Published: December 2023

In this chapter, we study voter preferences for different social democratic programmatic strategies. In line with the theoretical framework of the volume, we suggest that there are four different strategies social democratic parties could currently pursue: Old Left, New Left, Centrist or Left National. In original surveys conducted in 6 European countries (Austria, Denmark, Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Sweden), we present these four strategies to respondents in the form of tabular vignettes. Evaluations of these vignettes are used to examine which programmatic strategies resonate with, on the one hand, the general electorate, and, on the other hand, the potential social democratic electorate. We also study support for the different programmatic strategies across subgroups of voters, and we analyze the determinants of voters’ choice between particular social democratic strategies and matched competitor party programs. Our findings show that while in the overall electorate, Centrist Left and Left National programmatic profiles enjoy high levels of support, potential social democratic voters on average more strongly support Old Left and New Left programs. We find that from the perspective of voters, there might be less of a trade-off between “redistribution and recognition” policies than public debates would have us think. In line with these findings, we show that choices between social democratic parties and their direct competitors are responsive to programmatic supply within the left bloc. However, the choice between social democratic parties and parties of the Right is much less strongly affected by social democratic ositioning.
The laser trick that could put an ultraprecise optical clock on a chip
Authors: Moss David
Published: December 2023

Researchers have made a key breakthrough in controlling the way that light is used to read out time signals from the world’s most precise clocks. The technique marks a crucial step in bringing this technology into everyday life.
Pengaruh Ideologi Politik terhadap Perilaku Pemilih dalam Pemilihan Umum : Studi kasus pilpres 2019
Authors: Hawa Shalih Anin
Published: December 2023

This study investigates voter behavior in the 2019 Indonesian presidential election with a focus on factors of political ideology, social and religious preferences, age and gender. In-depth analysis reveals that political ideology is the main driver of voter preferences, with the candidate pair Joko Widodo - Ma'ruf Amin representing a moderate and inclusive ideology, while the candidate pair Prabowo Subianto - Sandiaga Uno promotes a conservative and exclusive ideology. Social factors, such as political dynasties, incumbent performance, and identity issues, play a significant role in influencing voter preferences, especially at the provincial level. Religious sentiment, which was reflected in the events of the 212 action, created polarization between moderate and conservative Islamic groups. In addition, differences in preferences appear in gender and age aspects, with female voters tending to support Joko Widodo - Ma'ruf Amin, while young voters show criticism that is difficult to predict. This study provides insights for designing more effective campaigns and responding to future challenges and opportunities, supporting the development of a responsive and inclusive political system.
Disparities in Healthcare, STI Testing, and PrEP Access Among Newcomer Sexual Minority Men in Canada
Authors: Palma Paolo Aldrin , Skakoon-Sparling Shayna , Dawson Jessie , Zandi Reza , Zhang Terri , Campbell Evan , Tan Darell H.S. , Lachowsky Nathan , Cox Joseph , Lambert Gilles , Dvorakova Milada , Lal Allan , Jollimore Jody , Grace Daniel , Hart Trevor A.
Published: December 2023

Gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBM) are more likely to be diagnosed with HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) compared with the general population. Although newcomers generally experience a health advantage in Canada compared with non-immigrants and more established immigrants (i.e., healthy immigrant effect), they also experience disparities in access to healthcare services. These disparities in turn may lead to unique vulnerabilities for the sexual health of GBM immigrants. We examined disparities in healthcare access, STI testing, and HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) use among immigrant and non-immigrant GBM. Using baseline data (collected between February 2017 and August 2019) from a multisite cohort study of GBM in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal (n=2449), we found that newcomer GBM (migrated ≤ 5 years prior) were less likely to report having a primary healthcare provider than non-immigrants. This had a weak indirect effect in mediating both access to STI testing and use of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis. These disparities dissipated after controlling for migration precarity (e.g., refugees and those without permanent residency), suggesting that disparities in newcomer GBM healthcare access may, in part, be driven by the large number of newcomers with precarious migration statuses.
The future of psychotherapy research and neuroscience: Introducing the 4E/MoBI approach to the study of patient- therapist interaction
Authors: Costa-Cordella Stefanella , Grasso-Cladera Aitana , Parada Francisco J.
Published: December 2023

Introduction. The integration of neuroscience and psychotherapy research has long been a topic of interest in the field of mental health.Problem. A significant challenge in psychotherapy research is understanding the dyadic interaction between patient and therapist. This interaction is complex, emerging from a myriad of multi-level factors such as gestures, verbal communication, mentalization, and environmental influences.Objectives. This article aims to present a roadmap for the future integration of neuroscience and psychotherapy research, addressing the complexities of human interaction.Methods. We introduce the 4E/MoBI approach, a framework that combines theoretical and methodological tools to study the dynamics of the brain, body, and environment in real-world settings. This approach emphasizes the use of physiological systems (e.g., heart and brain), behavioral interactions (e.g., conversations and eye-tracking), and environmental video recordings. Additionally, the scalable experimental design (SED) heuristic is discussed as a method to blend controlled experiments with real-world scenarios, allowing for the parametric testing of neurobehavioral markers.Results. As a practical demonstration of the SED heuristic within the 4E/MoBI framework, a concrete experimental example using the N170 event-related potential (ERP) component is presented. While the N170 ERP component is not posited as the foundational marker in the field, it serves to illustrate the application of hypothesis-driven designs and analyses.Impact. The 4E/MoBI approach offers a promising avenue for the integration of neuroscience and psychotherapy research. By addressing existing gaps, such as the physiology and phenomenology of expertise in psychotherapy, this framework can foster a virtuous relationship between the two disciplines, paving the way for more comprehensive and nuanced understandings of therapeutic interactions.
How Honeybees Can Teach Us to Be Gentle: Beekeeping as a Mode of Trauma Relief
Authors: San Diego Jenna
Published: December 2023

When trauma occurs, there is an understanding that some form of relief should be offered to the person who has experienced harm. That definition of relief is subjective to the individual, and for some, relief means finding comfort among those who express empathy and attempt to understand. Community can be integral in the treatment of trauma, and one of the ways in which this was understood was through the practice of beekeeping and its ability to connect like-minded individuals and emphasize mindfulness. Beekeeping has offered healing various demographics, with the most research being focused on veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. However, it has yet to be studied amongst other demographics who have experienced trauma. In a similar approach, this research aims to demonstrate how utilizing the practice of beekeeping can alleviate suffering and charter a path toward long term relief.