bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INVESTIGATION OF TECHNOLOGY FOR THE MINING OF PREVIOUSLY SUBSTANDARD URANIUM DEPOSITS
Authors: Санакулов К. , Аликулов Ш.Ш. , Ибрагимов Р.Р. , Халимов И.У.
Published: July 2023

В исследованиях проведены геофизические исследования в технологических скважинах, систематизация и анализ геологических и геотехнологических условий и основные факторы при эксплуатации технологических блоков, способствующие образованию застойных зон с остаточными запасами и формированию техногенных скоплений урана. Предложен метод прогноза и дана оценка (стандартная методика) техногенной руде для увеличения минерально-сырьевой базы урановых месторождений. Проблема остаточного урана технологических блоков, которые отработаны до контрактного извлечения, либо близки к этому, становится актуальной в последние годы по двум причинам: исчерпание ресурсной базы ряда объектов и невозможность еѐ восполнения за счѐт новых участков или залежей; низкие мировые цены на конечную продукцию добывающих предприятий, что заставляет производителей искать новые и нестандартные подходы к уменьшению себестоимости продукции. В этой связи, отработка техногенного и остаточного урана на уже освоенных блоках месторождения является одним из актуальных подходов к снижению уровня производственных затрат на предприятии.
INVESTIGATION OF THE FORMATION OF CAVITIES DURING DRILLING AND BLASTING OPERATIONS IN UNDERGROUND EXCAVATIONS AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN «EFFECTIVE BACKFILL» WITH AN ADDITIONAL SHORTENED BOREHOLE CHARGE
Authors: Заиров Ш.Ш. , Нутфуллоев Г.С. , Кобилов Ш.Б.
Published: July 2023

Разработана «эффективная забойка» взрывомдополнительного укороченного шпурового заряда для образования вру- бовых полостей в промышленных условиях, позволяющая увеличить прострелку шпуров. Установлены закономерности процесса образования забойки взрывом дополнительного укороченного шпурового заряда, состоящей из двух зон: неразрушенного сдвинутого межшпурового целика и мелкодисперсной дробленной породы. Проведенные исследования позволили разработать методику проходки выработок с применением контурного взрывания для условий рудника Каульды АО «Алмалыкский горно-металлургический комбинат».
СТРУКТУРНЫЙ АНАЛИЗ ГОР КУЛЬДЖУКТАУ НА БАЗЕ ДЕШИФРИРОВАНИЯ КОСМИЧЕСКИХ СНИМКОВ
Authors: Разиков О.Т. , Шарипов Ш.Ф. , Нуртаев Б.Х.
Published: July 2023

В данной статье приводятся результаты дешифрирования космоснимков в горах Кульджуктау с выявлением особенностей выходящих на поверхность плоскостей напластования пересеченых крутопадающими группами жил в трѐх основных направлениях: север северо-восток (ССВ) (10-30єC), которые образуют правосторонние эшелонированные серии; восток северо-восток (ВСВ) (60-80єC), образующие левосторонние эшелонированные серии, северо-восток (СВ) (40-50єC), являющиеся более протяженными жилами в трещинах растяжения сколов и отмечены наиболее благоприятные геологоструктурные позиции для локализации оруденения.
PACHKAMAR MAYDONIDAGI PALEOGEN DAVR YOTQIZIQLARINI GEOLOGIYASI VA FOYDALI QAZILMALARI
Authors: Axmedov Sh.Sh. , Mirzayev A.U. , Madatov T.А. , Nazarov U.X.
Published: July 2023

O‘zbekiston Respublikasi Fanlar Akademiyasi Navoiy bo‘limi. Mazkur maqolada Pachkamar maydonidagi paleogen davri yotqiziqlarining buxoro svitasiga tegishli tog‘ jinslari bo‘yicha batafsil keltirilgan, ushbu davrning geologiyasi, tog‘ jinslarining strukturasi va teksturasi va foydali qazilmalari bayon qilingan. Hududning joylashgan kordinatasi, qatlamlarni yotish tomonlari, qatlam qalinliklari va ko‘rinishi, geologik xaritasi, geologik kesimi hamda ayrim minerallarning laboratoriya natijalari ham mavjud. Bu hududda qo‘shimcha geologik-qidiruv ishlarini olib borish uchun tavsiya qilinadi.
ПЕРСПЕКТИВЫ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ ХРОМОМОЛИБДЕНОВОЙ СТАЛИ ВЗАМЕН СТАЛИ 110Г13Л ДЛЯ ДЕТАЛЕЙ РУДОРАЗМОЛЬНЫХ ОБОРУДОВАНИЙ
Authors: Рахманов У.Ж. , Расулов И.Б. , Турабоев Ш.Р. , Эшмурадов Н.С.
Published: July 2023

Сегодня одной из важнейших мировых задач является повышение экономической эффективности деталей, полученных литьем из высокомарганцовистой износостойкой стали за счѐт увеличения их механических и эксплуатационных свойств. Одной из важных задач является проведение научных исследований в этой области, в том числе в таких направлениях, как: разработка состава сплава с использованием современного программного обеспечения с учѐтом условий работы высокомарганцовистой износостойкой стали; оптимизация процессов выплавки высокомарганцовистой износостойкой стали; необходимости разработки оптимальных методов термической обработки.
L'impatto del traffico di armi su violenza e diritti umani: la causa del governo messicano contro i produttori statunitensi
Authors: Aureliani Thomas , Ponti Christian
Published: July 2023

L’articolo analizza la rilevanza che riveste la proliferazione incontrollata di armi di provenienza legale e illegale nell’attuale scenario messicano di crisi umanitaria, con particolare riferimento al ruolo che giocano gli Stati Uniti, l’Italia e in generale gli interessi collegati alla produzione e al commercio di armi. Si prendono, inoltre, in considerazione le azioni più recenti del governo federale messicano nell'ambito di una strategia giuridica volta a contrastare il traffico di armi e la violenza armata nel Paese e a promuovere la tutela dei diritti umani.
Efficacy of Concentrated Platelets-Rich Fibrin versus Injectable Platelets Rich Fibrin on Gingival Thickness and Keratinized Tissue Width in Subjects with Thin Gingival Phenotype: Split-Mouth Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Shaker Sajjad Ahmed , Salman Suzan Ali
Published: July 2023

Background: Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) has regenerative characteristics and is used as an autologous source of growth factors for tissue regeneration and wound healing. Objective: Evaluating the efficacy of C-PRF for increasing gingival thickness (GT) and keratinized tissue width (KTW) in subjects with a thin gingival phenotype in comparison with I-PRF injection. Methods: Ten healthy participants with a thin gingival phenotype (GT ≤ 1.0 mm) were enrolled in this study. The upper and Lower arches of the participant’s mouth were split into two sides, and each side was randomly injected with C-PRF, while the contralateral side was injected with I-PRF. GT and KTW were assessed before the treatment, 1 month later, and 3 months after the last injection session. Results: Inter-group comparison between I-PRF and C-PRF groups revealed a statistically significant difference at the 3 month follow-up visit, with a mean difference between C-PRF and I-PRF of ±1.373 mm and an effect size of 0.200 at p= 0.048. Intra-group comparison was significant for both groups in both arches except for the I-PRF group in the upper arch for KTW, which was non-significant at p= 0.266. Conclusion: In individuals with thin gingival phenotypes, C-PRF injections may influence an increase in both GT and KTW. The results suggest that the application of C-PRF may be beneficial as a non-surgical method for increasing GT and KTW. (ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05615155).
Wp³yw biopaliw na czêstośæ wystêpowania mikroj¹der w komórkach CHO-9 i A549
Authors: Skowroń Jolanta , Zapór Lidia , Miranowicz-Dzierżawska Katarzyna
Published: July 2023

Biopaliwa mają wiele zalet, które czynią je atrakcyjnym źródłem energii, jednak ich wpływ na organizm człowieka nie został jeszcze w pełni poznany. W artykule przedstawiono wyniki badań przeprowadzonych różnymi metodami w warunkach in vitro nad działaniem genotoksycznym czterech biopaliw otrzymanych w procesie transestryfi kacji tłuszczów odpadowych. Badania uszkodzeń DNA (badanie mikrojąder) powodowanych przez biopaliwa przeprowadzono na komórkach nabłonka płuc pochodzenia nowotworowego (A549) oraz komórkach jajnika chomika chińskiego (CHO-9). Badane biopaliwa powodowały statystycznie istotny wzrost częstości występowania mikrojąder w komórkach CHO-9 (p < 0,05) w zależności od zastosowanych stężeń. Nie powodowały one jednak statystycznie znaczącego wzrostu częstości występowania mikrojąder w komórkach A549. Wyniki przeglądu baz danych (głównie MEDLINE i EMBASE) pozwoliły wskazać cztery główne źródła zagrożeń dla zdrowia ludzkiego, które są związane ze stosowaniem biopaliw: ryzyko zawodowe, zanieczyszczenie wody/gleby, zanieczyszczenie powietrza związane z produkcją i stosowaniem biopaliw oraz wpływ na ceny żywności. Wyniki przedstawionych badań stanowią jedynie etap oceny toksykologicznej biopaliw, których wpływ na komórki zależy od ich składu chemicznego i od rodzaju komórek stosowanych do badań. Biopaliwo II, otrzymywane z tłuszczu zwierzęcego i zawierające największe stężenie estrów metylowych kwasów tłuszczowych, wykazało działanie genotoksyczne (częstość występowania mikrojąder) w komórkach jajnika chomika chińskiego CHO-9. Przedstawione wyniki badań pozwolą producentom i użytkownikom biopaliw zapoznać się z ryzykiem związanym z ich produkcją i stosowaniem. Zakres tematyczny artykułu obejmuje zagadnienia zdrowia oraz bezpieczeństwa i higieny środowiska pracy będące przedmiotem badań z zakresu nauk o zdrowiu i inżynierii środowiska.
Female Roles Revisited in Lady Mary Wroth’s Pamphilia to Amphilanthus
Authors: PEKŞEN YAKAR Azime
Published: July 2023

Lady Mary Wroth (1587-1653) was an English noblewoman and one of the significant literary figures of the English Renaissance. She is renowned for her works, namely, Love’s Victory (c. 1620), The Countess of Montgomery’s Urania (1621), and Pamphilia to Amphilanthus (1621). In Pamphilia to Amphilanthus, Lady Mary Wroth challenges the patriarchal ideology that excludes women both as sonneteers and lovers who are able to express their love in Petrarchan sonnet tradition. The dominant tradition centralizes the male lovers and marginalizes women as idealized silent beloveds. Thus, it transforms female characters into docile objects to be loved by their male lovers. In order to confront the misogynistic treatment of these concepts of female author and lover in the sonnet tradition, Lady Mary Wroth writes within and against the sonnet tradition and manipulates the masculine genre to insert the female voice into it. First, she assumes submissive roles the dominant tradition appropriates. She negotiates these roles and accordingly manipulates them to her own advantage. Her contestation and later manipulation of these traditional roles create opportunities to resist the oppression she faces by rewriting the disempowering tradition. Hence, she subverts the limited roles of female characters in the dynamics of sonnet tradition by employing specific strategies. In this regard, this article analyzes Lady Mary Wroth’s strategies of subversion of the conventional roles for female characters in Pamphilia to Amphilanthus and explores Wroth’s poetic innovations that challenge the gendered concept of the male poet in the sonnet tradition.
Otel İşletmelerinde Kullanılan Endüstri 4.0 Uygulamalarının Müşterilerin Hizmet Kalitesi Algılamalarına Etkisi
Authors: YILDIRIM Yıldırım , OKATAN Dönüş
Published: July 2023

Bu araştırma, otel işletmelerinde kullanılan Endüstri 4.0 araçlarının hizmet kalitesi algılamasına etkisi olup olmadığını belirlemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Bu kapsamda İstanbul, Isparta, Antalya ve Trabzon’da dijital teknolojileri kullanan dokuz otel belirlenmiş olup, bu otellerde en az bir gece konaklayan 313 müşteriyle yüzyüze anket yapılmıştır. Araştırmada ‘Teknoloji Kullanımına İlgi’ ile ‘Servqual’ ölçekleri kullanılmıştır. Çalışma sonucunda dijital teknolojileri kullanan otellerin en çok fiziksel unsurlarına ve güvenilirliklerine yönelik algılanan hizmet kalitelerinin yüksek olduğu bulunmuştur. Son teknolojiyi kullanan oteller müşterilerine daha hızlı ve daha yüksek kalitede hizmet sunmakta, müşterilerini memnun ve mutlu etmekte, çalışanların davranışları müşterilerin kendilerini güvende hissetmelerini sağlamakta ve müşterilerin otele dair görünür, somut unsurlarını daha kaliteli algılamalarını sağlamaktadır. Ayrıca endüstri 4.0 araçlarını kullanan otel işletmelerini en fazla inovasyon algısına sahip, teknolojiyi takip eden müşterilerin tercih ettiği ve bu müşterilerin otelin fiziksel unsurları ile güvenilirliğine dair hizmet kalite algılamalarının yüksek olduğu ortaya çıkmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda ortaya çıkan bir başka sonuç, endüstri 4.0 araçlarını kullanmanın otel müşterilerinin tekrar otele gelme davranışlarını etkilediği, bu otelleri tercih edenlerin endüstri 4.0 hakkında bilgi sahibi olan müşterilerden oluştuğu görülmüştür.
27 MAYIS’TAN 12 EYLÜL’E: TÜRK DEVRİM/İNKILÂP TARİHİ DERSİNİN ADI VE KRONOLOJİSİ
Authors: ASLAN Demo Ahmet
Published: July 2023

Resmî ideolojinin aktarılmasında önemli bir işleve sahip olan Devrim Tarihi dersinin 12 Eylül 1980 askeri darbesinden sonra adı, İnkılâp Tarihi olarak değiştirildi. Dersin adının İnkılâp Tarihi olarak değiştirilmesi, 1960’ların ikinci yarısında ortaya çıkan radikal toplumsal muhalefete ve onun en aktif parçasını oluşturan öğrenci hareketine duyulan tepkinin bir parçasıydı. Muhalefet, 27 Mayıs 1960 askeri darbesinden sonra liberal anayasal dönemin anahtar sözcüklerinden biri haline gelen “devrim” sözcüğü ile simgesellik kazanmıştı. 12 Mart 1971 askeri müdahalesi, bu travmatik tehdit karşısında muhalefetin resmî ideoloji ile kurduğu meşruiyet bağını koparmaya çalıştı. Bunun yollarından biri, yükseköğretim programlarında rejim dersi olarak okutulan Devrim Tarihi’ne müdahale etmekten geçiyordu. 12 Eylül yönetimi, dersin adını öz Türkçe devrimden Osmanlıca “inkılâp”a dönüştürmekle kalmadı; dersin kronolojik bitiş noktasını da Atatürk’ün ölüm tarihiyle sınırlandırdı; çok partili hayat ile liberal anayasal döneme ait konuları İnkılap Tarihi’nden çıkararak, Millî Mücadele ve erken Cumhuriyet dönemlerini ders içeriğinde daha belirgin bir hale getirdi. Ancak öne çıkardığı şey, Cumhuriyet’in Osmanlı geçmişinden radikal kopuş hamlelerinden çok, rejimin kurucu babasının simgesel hale getirilen tarihsel kişiliği oldu. 1980’lerde toplumu siyasal alanın dışına itmek, onun en hareketli parçasını oluşturan yükseköğretim gençliğinde ideolojik bir boşluk yaratacağı muhakkaktı. Atatürk İlkeleri ve İnkılâp Tarihi, yükseköğretimin tüm sınıf kademelerinde alınması gereken zorunlu bir derse dönüştürülerek, bu boşluğun önemli bir kısmı, Atatürk’ün rol modeli olarak sunulan kişiliği ve onun “düşünce sistemi” ile doldurulmaya çalışılacaktı.
Erken Cumhuriyet Döneminde İstanbul'da Sıtma (1923-1945)
Authors: HAYKIR Yavuz , CANPOLAT Uğur
Published: July 2023

İnsanoğlunu uzun yıllardır tehdit eden sıtma, Anadolu coğrafyasında rastlanan yaygın hastalıkların başında gelmekteydi. Özellikle XX. Yüzyılda Anadolu’da meydana gelen savaşlar neticesinde sıtma, birçok bölge ve şehirde ciddi bir yayılma gösterdi. Söz konusu hastalıkla mücadelede kapsamında Osmanlı Devleti’nin başvurduğu yöntemlerin başında kinin kullanımı gelmekteydi. Ancak hastalık Cumhuriyetin ilanıyla kurulan yeni Türk Devletinin de baş etmesi gereken en önemli sağlık sorunlarından olmaya devam etmiştir. Sıtma, başta Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk olmak üzere cumhuriyetin yönetici kadroları ve halkın neredeyse tamamının ömrünün bir kertesinde karşılaştığı bir hastalıktı. Mevcut durum nedeniyle cumhuriyetin ilanından hemen sonra Anadolu’da oldukça yaygın olan sıtma hastalığıyla mücadele için kapsamlı çalışmalar başlatılmıştır.Cumhuriyetin ilanından, sıtma mücadele teşkilatının faaliyete başladığı 1929 yılının mart ayına kadar İstanbul’da sıtma ile mücadele çalışmaları belediye teşkilatı tarafından yürütülmekteydi. Teşkilatın faaliyete başlamasıyla birlikte uzman personel bünyesinde yürütülen kapsamlı çalışmalar neticesinde sıtma, İstanbul genelinde kontrol altına alındı. İkinci Dünya Savaşı süreciyle beraber artış gösteren sıtma hastalığına karşı 1945 yılında ülke genelinde Olağanüstü Sıtma Savaşı başlatıldı. Çalışmamızın odak noktası cumhuriyetin ilanından sonra kurulan sıtma teşkilatlarından biri İstanbul Sıtma teşkilatının kuruluşu, teşkilatlanması ve faaliyetlerini içermektedir.
The Effect of Blended Learning and Flipped Classroom Approaches for a Research Method Course on Undergraduate Students in Preschool Education in China
Authors: Nong Weiguaju , Cao Huan
Published: July 2023

At present, the overall scientific research ability of kindergarten teachers in China is relatively weak. The research method course is usually the most feared course by normal school students. The aim of this study based on objective, preparation, instructional video, review, test, activity, transfer, discussion/summary (O-PIRTATD/S) flipped classroom teaching is to explore the effectiveness of blended learning and improve the teaching of preschool education research method courses and the learning retention of preschool education students to cultivate their scientific research ability in the postpandemic era. This study used a quasi-experimental design, and 240 junior students from a private undergraduate preschool education major in Guangxi, China, were selected. For the research method course of preschool education, the experimental class adopts blended learning in consideration of O-PIRTATD/S flipped classroom teaching, whereas the control class adopts blended learning based on a traditional teaching method. Through the unequal group using pretest and post-test design, the 8-week quasi-experiment was carried out. The test questions were used to collect data. The learning performance was tested on the last week of the teaching experiment (Week 8), and the learning retention of the two groups was tested 8 weeks after the end of the teaching experiment (Week 16). In this way, the difference between the retention rate of the experimental group and control group was explored. The study found the experimental class had blended learning in consideration of O-PIRTATD/S flipped classroom teaching, and the knowledge retention was significantly higher than the control class with blended learning based on traditional teaching. 8 weeks after the course learning, the knowledge retention of the experimental class was still better than the control class. Blended learning contributes to improved learning retention based on the O-PIRTATD/S flipped classroom.
Cultural Assimilation and Christian Spirituality in the Writings of Arnos Padiri
Authors: R Chandrabose
Published: July 2023

Arnos Padiri (1681-1732) is a missionary who popularised christian spirituality in Kerala. Unlike other missionaries who worked in Kerala, Padiri tried to spread christain spirituality through poetry by assimilating the Malayalam poetic tradition. Symbols of cultural integration and assimilation can be found in his religious and literary works. This paper try to evaluate Arnos Padiri’s contribution to Malayalam Language literature and culture. The unique writing method adopted by him in creating a popular foundation for christian spirituality with the support of Kerala’s cultural and literary tradition are also analyzed in this article.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in Ponnagaram
Authors: A Godwin Sudharsan , S Ravi
Published: July 2023

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory helps in understanding the literature. Good authors tell stories that are realistic because their characters are based on real life people who develop as Maslow observed. This leads to research in the literature and particularly a short story, which is one of the literary genres written with some characters based on a specific theme, is taken as the field of study. It can be known that Pudhumaipithan is a writer who creates characters based on real life as his stories are only ‘Sketches’ that are metaphors about life. One of his short stories, “Ponnagaram” is taken for the study as it reflects the life of the commons. Thus, based on the hypothesis this paper compares and examines the elements of the pyramidal hierarchy of needs as Pudhumaipithan’s “Ponnagaram” is compatible with Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs theory.
Evaluating the Gelling Properties of Red Kidney Beans Protein Isolates with Different Gums
Authors: Raza Nighat , Hakim Adeel , Shahbaz Muhammad , Farid Mujahid
Published: July 2023

Due to the higher consumption, increased demand of animal based hydrocolloids and problems associated with animal based hydrocolloids are religious beliefs and mad cow disease, researchers are looking for alternative sources of hydrocolloids like marine and plant based hydrocolloids. Objective: To evaluate the gelling properties of red kidney beans protein isolates with different gums. Methods: The gelling powder developed with red kidney bean protein (KPI)-carrageenan (CG) and protein-xanthan (XG) gum with six different concentrations. Results: Added protein increased the plasticity of the gel and showed a higher blooms strength and hardness in all treatments except T1. KPI-CG gel had bloom strength values 198.67 ±1.53g, 249.67 ±1.53g and 282.33 ±1.56g and respectively KPI-XG gel bloom strength values were 170.33 ±1.6g, 232.67 ±2.08g and 256.67 ±2.52g; while hardness of KPI-CG gel shows 23.5 ±0.5N, 37 ±1N, 42.33 ±1.54N and 22 ±1N, 34 ±1N, 40 ±1N of KPI-XG gel respectively. The lower Gˈˈ values than Gˈ indicate that there is gelling ability in all the concentrations. Added carrageenan-protein gelling agent with maximum gum concentration showed the highest gel strength of 1629.99±16.12 pa which is double the amount of KPI-XG gel elasticity 878.043±8.08 pa. Conclusions: These results indicate that the KPI-CG mixed gel has a better gelling strength. The outcomes of this work will be used to provide the groundwork for developing a novel designed plant protein-based gel system and the use of gel in yoghurt, which might increase functionality over protein or gums alone and replace the animal-based gelling component.
Septicemia Due to Bed Sores in Patients Admitted at Mayo Hospital Lahore
Authors: Azhar Zoya , Alwazzan Ahmad , Tanvir Imrana , Shahid Imran , Khalid Sidra
Published: July 2023

In Pakistan infections, including septicemia and pneumonia, are the leading causes of hospital mortality, followed by malignancy and cardiovascular causes. Objectives: To find the frequency of septicemia in patients due to bed sores in Mayo Hospital Lahore. Methods: A cross-sectional research was carried out, and 101 septicemia-diagnosed patients from Mayo Hospital Lahore's different wards were included. The septicemia caused by bed ulcers was assessed. Hematological profile of patients were assessed. Results: Septicemia due to bed sores was seen in 18 patients out of which 9 were males and 9 were females. Bilirubin was low in males and females. Blood glucose was high in 6/9 males and normal in 5/9 females. Blood urea was high in majority of males and females. Conclusions: Septicemia due to bed sores was seen in patients. WBC, ALP and blood urea was high due to septicemia cause by bed sores. Platelets, ALT and AST were normal
Most Common Causative Organism in Hand Abscess, Secondary to Puncture Wounds
Authors: Gulzar Sadaf , Ali Khan Faisal Akhlaq , Ismail Sarosh , Rashid Sobia , Chhotani Saira Ahmed , Tasleem Samia , Hasan Mohammad
Published: July 2023

Hand infections are frequently encountered problem by primary care doctors and orthopedic surgeons. Objective: To evaluate the frequency of common causative organisms in hand abscess, secondary to puncture wounds in patients. Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study in the Emergency Services of plastics and hand reconstructive surgery at a Civil Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan from January to June 2022. A sample size of 156 was estimated. The Inclusion criteria of our study were Patients of age >18 years, and patients presenting with hand abscess secondary to puncture wounds. A Non-probability consecutive sampling technique was utilized to collect the data. Data were analyzed using SPSS version-23. Frequency and percentage will be computed for gender, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, location zone, and causative microorganism. Results: 156 patients were enrolled in our study out of which, 94 (60.3%) were male and 62 (39.7%) were females. The mean age of the patients was 59.7 years and the mean BMI was 32.3 kg/m 2.83(53.2%) patients had diabetes and 95 (60.9%) patients were hypertensive. The most common location zone of the abscess is Thumb & 1st web space (22.4%). The most common organism identified was Staphylococcus aureus (30.8%) followed by Streptococcus β-hemolytic group A (19.9%) and Staphylococcus coagulase-negative (14.1%). The least common organism was Klebsiella oxytoca (0.6%). Conclusions: The most common cause of hand abscess is staphylococcus aureus and puncture wounds result in hand abscess. Therefore, we conclude that in the cases of puncture wounds, physicians should timely assess the patients for the bacterial cause and treat accordingly to avoid the worst prognosis.
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of General Practitioners in Lahore with Regard to Excess Weight and Obesity
Authors: Rai Fuad Hameed , Jalal Kinza , Maqsud Mahliqa , Hussain Zahra , Niazi Ayesha
Published: July 2023

The number of people suffering from overweight has equaled the number of undernourished people. Objective: To determine knowledge, attitude and practice of resident’s general physician’s related to obesity. Methods: A KAP study was conducted among male and female physician having age between 30-60 years. Participants were asked about their knowledge, attitude and practice and scored according to their responses. The Sample size was 100. It was a questionnaire-based study. The questionnaire was divided into four parts professional and personal characteristics, including training related to obesity; knowledge of current recommendations regarding physical activity; attitudes towards obesity and patients with obesity and reported practices. Data were entered and analyzed using SPSS version 23.0. Results: Showed that Majority of General Practitioners (GP’s) (55%) know the prevalence of obesity and 52% know the body mass index ranges. (73%) think that obese patients are not comfortable discussing their weight. 28% GP’s measured weight and calculated BMI (66%). 54% of GP’s calculate their own body mass index. Conclusions: From this study it is observed that majority of the respondents know about prevalence of obesity and concept of BMI. It also sheds light on the fact that neither patients nor doctors are comfortable in discussing their weight specially when they are obese. General Practitioners involved in study know much about the weight related issues and their treatment as well. This highlights the need for improved communication and sensitivity when addressing excess weight related issues.
Effect of Moringa Olifera Leaves on Intraocular Pressure and Blood Pressure
Authors: Jabbar Maryam , Murtaza Zoha , Aftab Urwa , Noor Hadia , Sherani Hunza
Published: July 2023

Moringa exhibits many antioxidant, antihypertensive, and anticancer effects. A significant source of therapeutic medicines for reducing ocular and systemic hypertension is herbal remedies. Objectives: To assess the impact of moringa on blood pressure and intraocular pressure and to evaluate various moringa doses that affect IOP and BP. Methods: Quasi Experimental study was conducted at MTH, Faisalabad from September 2022 to April 2023. Sampling technique was non-probability purposive sampling. Emmetropes, age 20-35 years, IOP range 11-22 mmHg, BP 120/80 mmHg was included. After comprehensive eye exam, 60 subjects were divided into two groups. IOP and BP were evaluated before and after intake at 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes. Data were analyzed with SPSS software. Repeated Measure ANOVA was used for statistical analysis. Results: Out of 60 subjects, mean age was 22.5 ± 1.31. Baseline IOP in group 1 was 19.40 ± 3.19 and BP 113.67 ± 9.27/81.00 ± 8.03 while in group 2 IOP 19.42 ± 4.11 and BP 116.33 ± 10.08/83.17 ± 8.75. There was significant Change in IOP at 90minutes and BP at 60minutes. IOP was 18.54 ± 3.19 and 17.56 ± 4.25 in group 1, 2 respectively. BP was 101.33 ± 7.76/72.67 ± 8.97 and 101.50 ± 9.92/72.50 ± 8.68 in both groups respectively. There were significant Changes as compared to 30, 60, 120minutes. IOP and BP return to its baseline at 120 minutes. Conclusions: Moringa Oleifera has significant effect on lowering IOP and BP. Effect of dose on the reduction rate was directly proportional to the amount of dose administered.
Association of Postpartum Depression with Social Support: A Cross-Sectional Study in A Hospital Setting of Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Pakistan
Authors: Riaz Nimra , Mahmood Humaira , Khan Jawaria , Habib Muhammad Farrukh , Saeed Imrana , Minhas Arshad , Kazmi Syeda Farheen Zehra , Saeed Maryam , Khan Noor , Raisani Sher Afgan
Published: July 2023

In Pakistan, the association of factors related to depression needs to be explored a little more because here when a woman discusses or shares her problems, her concerns are dismissed and turned down, the same reason women don’t express their feelings and seek help. Objective: To determine the association between postpartum depression and social support among women presenting at a hospital in Rawalpindi-Islamabad, Pakistan. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 310 women presenting to the obstetrics and gynaecology OPD, vaccination center and psychiatric OPD of Tertiary Care Hospital within postpartum phase. Participants were recruited via convenience sampling. The Structured questionnaire included demographics and gynaecological history. Edinburgh postpartum depression scale (EPDS) was used to classify patients at risk of postnatal depression. Social support was scored on multidimensional scale of perceived social support. Data analysis included descriptive statistics such as frequency & percentages and inferential statistics consisted of Pearson Chi-Square, independent samples t-test and Multiple Linear Regression. Statistical analysis done using IBM SPSS version-26. Results: The results indicated that the social support from significant other and family members is significantly associated with the development of postpartum depression (p-value <0.05). Furthermore, age of the mother, type of delivery, baby feeding habits, and history of being unwell during pregnancy did not present to have significant association with the development of postpartum depression. Conclusions: The findings of the study conclude that the development of postpartum depression is most importantly affected by lack of support from the family and husband after childbirth
Factors Affecting Nurses Performance Working in Intensive Care Units at Tertiary Care Hospitals Peshawar
Authors: Ullah Ihsan , Ali Sardar , Hussain Rashid , Hussain Akhtar , Iqbal Muhammad , Rafsoon . , Sultan Amir
Published: July 2023

Specialized nurses play a significant role in the capacity of standard health care across the globe.  Many factors in intensive care units (ICUs) are present that could waste nurses’ time and energy. Objectives: To determine the factors affecting job performance of nursing staff working in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Methods: In this Descriptive Cross-sectional study, total of 325 nurses were selected through census sampling working in ICUs of five tertiary care hospitals Peshawar from May, 2021 to September 2021. The data collected by using adapted research instrument which had two parts: 1-demographic data, 2-nursing performance factors/obstacles. The data were analyzed with the descriptive and inferential statistics by using SPSS version-22. Results: The most common factors were: delay in getting medications from pharmacy (71.79%), improper patient’s beds space in ICUs (69.55%), distraction caused by the family’ members (62.82%) and insufficient space to sit down and do paper-work (57.69%). In the field of technology shortage of equipment’s (52.56%) and using equipment’s in poor condition (41.7%) were the most frequent obstacles. Gender, age and specialization in ICU is associated with factors that affect the performance of ICU nurses. Conclusions: Many obstacles such as delay in getting medication from pharmacy and having to use equipment in poor condition can be managed by simple interventions such as implementation of centralized pharmacy system as well as biomedical engineering system. Furthermore, management of policies and enhancing teamwork are needed to reduce obstacles such as inadequate information from physicians and disorganized unit.
Health Policy and Governance in Pakistan
Authors: Mehboob Riffat
Published: July 2023

Health policy and governance play a pivotal role in shaping the healthcare landscape of a nation. In the case of Pakistan, a country with a diverse population and complex healthcare needs, effective health policy and governance are essential for achieving improved public health outcomes. However, numerous challenges persist, ranging from resource constraints to inequitable access to healthcare. A comprehensive examination of health policy and governance in Pakistan is crucial to identify areas of improvement and drive positive change in the country's healthcare system.

Pakistan faces multifaceted challenges in health policy and governance. Limited financial resources, fragmented healthcare infrastructure, and a shortage of healthcare professionals pose significant hurdles to equitable access to quality healthcare services. Moreover, weak governance mechanisms and inadequate regulation contribute to inefficiencies and corruption within the healthcare system. These challenges disproportionately affect marginalized communities, exacerbating health disparities across the country.

To address these challenges, a multi-pronged approach is necessary. First, there is a need for robust health policies that focus on primary healthcare, preventive measures, and targeted interventions for vulnerable populations. Policies should prioritize evidence-based decision-making, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies. Additionally, strengthening governance structures and regulatory frameworks is crucial to ensure transparency, accountability, and quality assurance within the healthcare sector.

Furthermore, collaboration between various stakeholders, including government agencies, healthcare providers, researchers, and civil society organizations, is vital for effective health policy implementation and governance. The involvement of communities and marginalized populations in policy formulation and decision-making processes can foster inclusivity and ensure that policies address the specific needs of the population.

Health policy and governance in Pakistan require significant attention and improvement to achieve equitable access to quality healthcare services and improved public health outcomes. This necessitates a comprehensive approach that encompasses evidence-based policies, strengthened governance structures, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. By addressing challenges such as resource constraints, healthcare infrastructure gaps, and inadequate regulation, Pakistan can create a healthcare system that is responsive, transparent, and capable of meeting the diverse healthcare needs of its population. Investing in robust health policy and governance is not only essential for improving public health in Pakistan but also a key driver of socioeconomic development and progress.
Sehat Sahulat Program; A perspective from beneficiaries of Faisalabad, Pakistan
Authors: Tehreem Rimsha , Mahmood Humaira , Khan Jawaria , Habib Muhammad Farrukh , Zulfiqar Rubab , Hassan Uzma , Nadeem Zainab , Bano Bibi Razia , Shaheen Dur E Yaqta , Diba Farah
Published: July 2023

Central Bureau of Health Intelligence denotes to offer financial protection through раying illness соst, and quality services of Heаlthсаre. The Sehat Sahulat рrоgrаm is one of the best рrоgrаm that has been started by the Раkistаn government, launched in 2015 to work on health for all. Objective: To assess the responsiveness of Sehat Sahulat Program. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study conducted in Faisalabad’s hospitals from Feb to Sep 2022. A validated structured questionnaire was administered to assess responsiveness of participants. A total of 307 participants aged 12 to 90 years fulfilling the inclusion criteria were recruited. Results: 307 participants were included in the study in which 139 (45.3%) were males and 168 (54.7%) were female. 140 (45.6%) of the total participants were rural, while 167 (54.4%) were urban. Of these, 26.6% expressed satisfaction with the services, and 48.7% thought they were good. Conclusions: It concluded that the greater part of individuals was satisfy with the services of Sehat Insaf card. It was found that age, residence, education, occupation and monthly income has shown statistically significant association with responsiveness. From eight domains of responsiveness quality of basic amenities was most important for beneficiaries then prompt attention and communication. In spite of satisfaction of beneficiaries, there is still a need for enhanced performance and fulfil their needs
Therapeutic Application of Cupping Therapy (Hijama): A Brief Review
Authors: Niazi Madiha Khan , Hassan Farooq , Zaidi Syed Zahoor Ul Hassan , Ghaffar Saira , Sohail Zuha , Noor Talha , Aamir Zeerak , Ismail Muhammad Amjad
Published: July 2023

Hijama is a form of Unani medicine that involves using heat or suction to partially vacuum a Hijama glass placed on the surface of the body in order to remove disease-causing material or divert it from the diseased area, return displaced organs to their proper positions, and encourage blood flow to the intrusion site. The cups used to administer hijama therapy gave the treatment its name. For sucking purposes, glass or wooden cupping glasses are employed, and a vacuum pump creates the suction. Hijama involves placing a cup to a specific area of the body and sucking blood from there. Hijama is a method of Istifragh that removes the disease's root cause.
The Development of the First Nations Children Wellbeing Measure
Authors: Drawson Alexandra S , Toombs Elaine , Blain Jay , Bobinski Tina , Dixon John , Paavola Natalie , Mushquash Christopher
Published: July 2023

Objectives: The overall goal of this project was to implement a measurement tool intended to assess the wellbeing of First Nations children within the Robinson Superior Treaty Area.

Methods: A community-based participatory research approach was utilized, which included a research advisory composed to employees from the organization that was partnered with. Both interviews and focus groups were held with members of the communities within the Robinson Superior Treaty Area, and the content of these was examined to determine indicators of wellbeing for children in these communities. The indicators that arose from this analysis made up the pilot version of the measure, which was administered to the parents or caregivers of children (n = 91) who were seen through the intake service for the organization. They were also administered the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths measure (Lyons et al., 1999).

Results: A principal components analysis was performed, which yielded three factors: (1) General Wellbeing, (2) Traditional Activities, and (3) Social Engagement.

Discussion: Involvement in traditional activities and engagement in culture were cited as fundamental indicators of wellbeing of First Nations children, which is consistent with the majority of the literature. The instrument that was created and evaluated represents one of few valid tools available to assess this.

Implications: The measure and process of creating this measure contributes to the literature on the significance of traditional activities for the wellbeing of Indigenous people.
“Maybe We Should Destigmatize It”: Young Adults’ Perceptions about Instruction on Sexual Consent and Sexual Coercion During Adolescence
Authors: Summers Monica , Van Camp Tinneke
Published: July 2023

Objectives: For decades, scholars and sexual health professionals have urged policymakers to improve the efficacy of sex education. Although some progress has been made through the development of comprehensive sexuality education (CSE), curricula in the United States remain limited. For instance, healthy sexual encounters require mutual sexual consent, void of sexually coercive behaviours, yet CSE initiatives only recently added instruction on consent and coercion as important parts of sex education curricula. Further, little is known about what youth learn about consent and coercion through family, friends, and media. The purpose of this study, then, was to gain insight into the information young adults received during adolescence about sexual consent and coercion through formal and informal sources, and to seek their perceptions about possible curriculum improvement.

Methods: This study utilized five focus groups to assess 32 college students’ perceptions about their adolescent experiences with instruction on consent and coercion in formal and informal sex education. The mean participant age was 22, and most were women, heterosexual, and Latinx.

Results: The results indicated that these young adults did not learn about sexual consent and coercion while in high school, but believed that these topics should have been addressed. They also believed that formal sex education should move away from abstinence-only or abstinence-forward education, and should not be rooted in fear-mongering. Gender impacted whether and what youth learned about sexual consent from parents and peers. While mothers talked to sons about using contraceptives and also about obtaining consent, they talked to daughters about negative sex outcomes, such as a ruined reputation or early pregnancy. Fathers were less likely to talk to their children about sex, especially daughters. Young men talked to peers about whether they had sex, while young women talked to their friends about the physical experience of having sex.

Implications: Implications support the implementation of sex education in high schools that facilitates not only physically safe, but also emotionally healthy relationships, as well as an urgency for a cultural shift towards the acknowledgment of intimate behaviours as normative processes among adolescents.
“…Plunge into the luxury of tropical nature…”
Authors: Bobrov Vladimir V.
Published: July 2023

It is a review of the book, a significant part of which is devoted to the memoirs of the employees of the Russian-Vietnamese Tropical Center about work in the forests of South Vietnam and life in Ho Chi Minh City. The book gives colorful descriptions of tropical nature and life of the local population.
PENGARUH MEDIA SOSIAL TERHADAP PERGESERAN GAYA HIDUP REMAJA KRISTEN DI MOGOYUNGGUNG
Authors: Langi Tita
Published: July 2023

Pada era modern saat ini, perkembangan media sosial telah menjadi tren setiap waktu yang tidak dapat dipisahkan dari kehidupan masyarakat, termasuk di kalangan remaja Kristen Mogoyunggung. Penggunaan media sosial terhadap remaja dapat menimbulkan dampak positif maupun negatif. Salah satu aspek yang dipengaruhi oleh media sosial pada era ini adalah aspek perilaku sosial. Remaja sebagai seorang yang sedang mengalami masa peralihan dari masa kanak-kanak ke dewasa sangat rentan terhadap pengaruh-pengaruh negatif yang terjadi dalam pergaulan dan melalui media sosial. Hampir semua masyarakat yang ada di Mogoyunggung telah memiliki media sosial seperti Facebook dan TikTok. Mulai dari orang tua, remaja, bahkan sampai kepada anak-anak berusia 5 tahun telah memiliki akun Facebook. Selain pengaruh media sosial terhadap pergeseran gaya hidup remaja Kristen, ada pula pengaruh pergaulan bebas yang dapat mempengaruhi gaya hidup anak remaja Kristen. Anak-anak remaja memiliki kebebasan yang tidak terkontrol dalam mengakses media sosial. Memiliki kebebasan dalam mengakses media sosial membuat seseorang tidak memiliki waktu untuk berinteraksi dengan orang lain, melainkan hanya berfokus mengakses media sosial. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan metode mengumpulkan data melalui buku-buku, internet, jurnal, serta wawancara. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami dampak positif dan negatif bagi gaya hidup anak remaja Kristen yang ada di Mogoyunggung. Dengan demikian, hasil penelitian ini mampu memberikan kesadaran dalam menggunakan waktu dengan efektif seperti beribadah, berdoa, dan juga belajar.
Nutritional strategies to reduce growth of pigs during emergency situations
Authors: Wensley Madie , Tokach Mike , Woodworth Jason , Goodband Robert , DeRouchey Joel , Gebhardt Jordan
Published: July 2023

Multiple feeding strategies have been shown to reduce growth in emergency situations. Feeding low protein diets decreased average daily gain (ADG) up to 71% depending on the degree of restriction and resulted in decreased carcass leanness. Feeding excess methionine decreased ADG up to 67%, with limited effects on carcass leanness. Feeding methionine in the diet above 2% may result in body weight loss. Feeding calcium chloride or ammonium chloride decreased ADG up to 98% depending on the dietary electrolyte imbalance imposed and can result in leaner carcasses and potentially poorer meat quality as measured by color, pH, and tenderness.
One-handed Disabled Product Design Based on CJM-KANO-AHP User Need Model
Authors: Liu Qi , Duan Jin-Juan , Zhang Pin
Published: July 2023

One-handed disabled encounter many inconveniences in life. In order to help designers focus on the high-priority needs of the one-handed disabled and avoid the subjectivity of needs selection in product design, a product design method based on CJM (Customer Journey Map)-KANO (KANO Model)-AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) user need model for one-handed disabled is proposed. Firstly, the user needs of the one-handed disabled are collected comprehensively by CJM which helps to collect multi-scene needs. Secondly, the collected needs are classified according to the KANO model, needs are classified into must-be needs(M), one-dimensional needs(O), attractive needs(A), indifferent needs(I), reverse needs(R), and questionable needs(Q). And only the first three types of needs are retained. Thirdly, the user need hierarchy analysis model is constructed based on the AHP method， matrix judgment, weight calculation, and consistency check are conducted for the retaining needs ranking. Finally, the one-handed washboard was designed for addressing the first-ranking need of the one-handed disabled. The user need model based on CJM-KANO-AHP is applied in the product design process of one-handed disabled, which effectively solves the problem of multi-scene need collection and need prioritization. Compared with the existing methods that only rank the relatively limited number of needs in a single scene, our method ranks needs within the scope of multi-scene for the one-handed disabled which has more practical significance. It also provides ideas for similar product design processes.
Granting a better verdict of the Mini-mental State Examination (MMSE) with new technologies.
Authors: Alejandra Martínez Santos Gemma , Lopez Aguilar Ariel , Navarro Tuch Sergio , Marlene Camacho Bustamante Lili , Bustamante-Bello Rogelio
Published: July 2023

There are millions of people in the world who have been diagnosed with dementia and this condition not only directly affects the patient, but also their family members and caregivers; That is why it is sought to have a verdict in which it can be reliably seen if a person suffers from dementia. The way to know if the patient have dementia, is doing a test, one of the most famous tests is the Mini-mental State Examination (MMSE) this is test that is formed by five different sections: Orientation Registration, Attention and calculation, Language, Deferred memory; where it will seek to implement new parameters that will be recollected during al the test with a non-invasive sensor named shimmer, such as emotional response through facial expression analysis, galvanic skin response, heart rate and image similarity, using iMotions and OpenCV; the collected data is useful to the doctors to have an insight about the patient and they can give a better diagnose, and they can see the most difficult part to the participant.