bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Overview of Maternity healthcare Monitoring in Developing Nations
Authors: Kyambille Godphrey , Mvuma Aloys , Machuve Dina
Published: February 2024

A healthcare monitoring arrangement is essential for frequently monitoring a patient's health status. Specifically, maternal healthcare systems for tracking are utilized to evaluate the clinical status and monitor any abnormal condition changes during all three trimesters. This paper's objective is to conduct an extensive literature review and acknowledge earlier initiatives and studies conducted previously in maternal health care monitoring. This review focuses on accumulating information from earlier work and presents a general overview of previous studies concerning maternal health care monitoring (MHCM). The paper focuses on the maternal healthcare systems in developing countries accessed by pregnant women during the antenatal period. Furthermore, this paper highlights the challenges in the maternal health sector that include inadequate work conditions for health workers, home-based birth practices, long distances to healthcare facilities, and long waiting times in health facilities. The paper indicates the potential opportunities to strengthen maternal healthcare services and allow effective access to maternal healthcare facilities by pregnant women.
Cost Estimation Proxy Models for Economic Evaluations in Petroleum Projects
Authors: Kaborogo Fulmence Stanslaus , Kiswaka Emily Barnabas , Lazaro Masolwa Benjamin
Published: February 2024

Petroleum economic evaluation involves estimating revenues from forecasted production profiles and field costs including capital expenditures (CAPEX), drilling expenses (DRILLEX), and operating expenses (OPEX). The existing cost-estimating tool requires several inputs making it time-intensive and difficult to use with few data during the early stages of projects. Majority of the previously developed time saving cost estimations proxy models rely on unrealistic assumptions that include uniform operational costs for different fields with a different number of wells, casings, and drilled depths. This work focused at developing proxy models that consider the variability of the development costs with different parameters. The developed models benefited from a three-step approach for CAPEX, DRILLEX, and OPEX estimations based on datasets from three wells from a gas field in southern coastal Tanzania. Firstly, cost sensitivity analysis was performed using QUE$TOR v15.1.0.18, a cost estimating commercial software to determine the most influential field parameters of the field costs. Secondly, the field cost models were generated based on historical cost data from the gas field using multivariable regression analysis with the help of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences software (SPSS) v22.0. Lastly, errors analysis was done for checking the predictive reliability of the models. Based on the analysis, the CAPEX and OPEX were found to be strongly linearly dependent on the size of processing facilities, number of producing wells in the gas field and production capacity, respectively. On the other hand, a nonlinearity relation was revealed on of the DRILLEX which was strongly dependent on drilled well depth and number of installed well casing. Results show that the developed models are useful and their reliability becomes robust when more data is used. A stochastic modeling approach was further recommended for the models to incorporate uncertainties associated with the parameters used to quantify the cost estimates.
Comprehensive Survey on Applications of Internet of Things, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Precision Agriculture
Authors: Thotho Doreen , Macheso Paul
Published: February 2024

A comprehensive, multidisciplinary analysis of the latest developments in digital agriculture is conducted with the use of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things. By automation and the use of modern, scalable technology solutions that reduce risks, support sustainability, and give farmers predictive advice, traditional agricultural processes are being updated and improved to maximize production. In this paper, the applications of AI, IoT, and ML in agricultural production systems are discussed in detail. The applications that have been explored can be broadly categorized into three areas: soil management, livestock management, and crop management. Weed detection, disease identification, and yield forecasting are some of the applications for crop management. Two applications of livestock management are animal welfare and production. The use of AI, IoT, and ML will make it possible to collect data from agricultural activities for analysis and the extraction of insightful knowledge, facilitating prompt and accurate decision making to increase agricultural productivity. This will result in farming that is more exact and efficient while requiring less labour and producing high-quality produce.
Effect of Degree of Milling on Proximate and Mineral Composition, Physicochemical, Colour Characteristics and Pasting Properties of Broken Brown Rice Fraction from a Selected Variety (FARO 64)
Authors: O. M. Mayaki , B. A. Akinwande , M. O. Oke
Published: February 2024

The effect of degree of milling (DOMs) between 0 and 12% on proximate and mineral composition, physicochemical, colour, and pasting properties of broken brown rice from the FARO 64 rice variety were evaluated. Each milling level reduced the ash, protein, fat, and fibre content. Ash and fibre were removed most at 9% DOM. Maximum fat loss was observed at 3% DOM. The levels of Ca, Na, Mg, and K were not significantly different (p< 0.05) at 9 and 12 DOM. The starch and the amylose contents increased from 0 to 12% DOM. The least values were at 0 DOM for L* and h, while the highest were at 12 DOM for a*, b*, and c. WAC and WBC increased as the DOM increased from 0 to 12%. Pasting properties differed significantly (P<0.05) for BDV at 0-12% DOM, while PV, TV, FV, and SBV differed significantly (P<0.05) at 0-6% DOM.
Bacterial Load Assessment of Potash Solution (NGOR) and its Practices in some Parts of Eastern Nigeria
Authors: C. B. Osuoha , I. U. Helen , N. N. Treasure , V. C. Igiri , C. I. David
Published: February 2024

Bacterial load of potash solution and its practices were assessed in some parts of eastern Nigeria to determine the presence of bacteria contaminants and their counts, as well as investigate the sourcing of water and materials during production. Standard methods were used, which include microscopy, culture and biochemical identification. The bacteria isolates encountered were Escherichia coli 06 (18.75%), Staphylococcus aureus 09 (28.13%), Bacillus subtilis 04 (12.5%), Klebsiella species 08 (25%), and Proteus mirabilis 05 (15.63%). The total mean colony forming units (TCFU) counted ranged from 1.75x104 and 8.90x103 which were above the WHO standard for potable water.
Impact of Television Advertising on Children's Consumption: A Parental Perception Study
Authors: Afroz Arzoo , Shakir Asma
Published: February 2024

The impact of television advertising on children's buying behavior is an important topic of study, particularly in the context of Karachi. This study utilizes applied research methods to investigate the role of parental perception as a moderator of the impact of advertising and peer influence on children's purchasing decisions. While previous research has focused on parental influence in a broader sense, this study fills a gap by specifically examining the moderating effect of parental perception. The study collects data from parents in Karachi to assess their perceptions of advertisements and their influence on their children's purchasing decisions. The findings reveal that parental perception plays a significant role in shaping children's buying behavior. Specifically, parental perception moderates the impact of advertising and peer influence on children's purchasing decisions. This finding emphasizes the importance of understanding the role of parental perception in shaping children's consumer behavior. This paper contributes to the literature on children's consumer behavior by highlighting the importance of parental perception as a key factor in understanding the mechanisms that shape children's purchasing decisions. Furthermore, the empirical evidence provided by this study offers insights for practitioners seeking to develop effective marketing strategies targeting children and their parents in Karachi. By understanding the moderating role of parental perception, marketers can develop strategies that are more effective in influencing children's buying behavior.
Effect of Microencapsulation on the Antidiabetic and Antioxidant activities of Elaeocarpus tectorius (Lour.) Poir. Leaf extracts- An In vitro study
Authors: Manoharan Keerthana , Chitra P , Ragunathan R
Published: February 2024

Microencapsulation is a novel, cost-effective technique that helps in protecting the bioactivity of plant extracts. The current study is aimed to prepare chitosan-coated sodium alginate microcapsules containing Elaeocarpus tectorius leaf extracts and to study its antioxidant and antidiabetic properties using in vitro assays. The ethanolic extract of E. tectorius was subjected to UV-VIS and FTIR analysis. The extracts were then subjected to microencapsulation using chitosan and sodium alginate. The synthesized chitosan-sodium alginate microcapsules were characterized using FESEM analysis. Further, the antioxidant and antidiabetic activities of the prepared microcapsules and crude extracts were assessed using in vitro assays. The UV-VIS and FTIR analysis of the leaf extracts revealed the presence of functional groups of phenolics, flavonoids and proteins. The microcapsules exhibited good antidiabetic potential through the inhibition of α- amylase and α- glucosidase enzymes. The antioxidant assays revealed that the microcapsules exhibited significantly higher antioxidant potential compared with the crude extracts. The chitosan-sodium alginate microcapsules containing Elaeocarpus tectorius leaf extracts could be used as an alternative to synthetic antidiabetic drugs and as a rich source of antioxidants.
Sphingosine-1-Phosphate Receptor Modulator – Siponimod: An Evaluation to Ameliorate Aluminium Chloride Induced Behavioural Change and Biochemical effects
Authors: Kolakemar Ashwija , Gangachannaiah Shivaprakash , N Holla Sadhana , Rao KG Mohandas , Shenoy Smita , Chinta Rajashekar , Hasmukh Mehta Chetan , Yogendra Nayak Usha
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative condition characterised by the gradual loss of hippocampal and cortical neurons, resulting in diminished memory and cognitive function. Siponimod (SPM) a selective modulator of sphingosine 1-phosphate receptor subtype 1 and 5(S1P1,S1P5 receptors), was found to have neuroprotective effect in neurological disorders. The present study was conducted to evaluate its beneficial effects in AD. Materials and Methods: In-silico molecular docking and molecular dynamic simulation studies were carried to know its potential interactions with selected target proteins. In-vivo study was conducted inthirty rats divided randomly into five groups with six rats per group: Control group received Carboxy methyl cellulose; disease group were administered aluminium chloride (AlCl3);standard group received rivastigmine (RVST) with AlCl3; and the test groups received SPM (0.05mg/kg and 0.2mg/kg) with AlCl3. Morris water maze test and elevated plus maze was used to evaluate learning and memory. Behavioural changes and biochemical parameters estimation were performed at the end of experiment. Results: The molecular docking study using selected protein and ligands showed higher docking score and stable interactions at acetylcholinesterase (AChE) protein with SPM.Behavioural studies showed: decrease in transfer latency time in elevated plus maze; decrease in time to reach target platform and increase in time spent in target quadrant in Morris water maze test in SPM treated rats. Biochemical evaluation showed marked decrease in malondialdehyde (MDA), nitrite, myeloperoxidase (MPO)levels and increased antioxidant levels in SPM treated groups. SPM exhibited significant inhibitory activity onAChE. Conclusion: SPM was found to be effective in ameliorating AlCl3 induced AD. The observed benefits in restoring learning and memory were attributed to its inhibitory activity on AChE and its ability to suppress free radical mediated oxidative damage.
Efavirenz cocrystals with Ascorbic acid: A Strategy for Polymorphic Modification and improvement of Dissolution properties
Authors: S. Gurav Atul , S. Kulkarni Ajit
Published: February 2024

The objective of this research was to improve the solubility and dissolution rate of Efavirenz (EFA), a BCS II drug utilized for HIV infection treatment, by cocrystallization with ascorbic acid (AA). An in silico analysis indicated that EFA and AA exhibited physical interaction and compatibility. EFA exists in two polymorphic forms, I and II, with varying crystalline habits, where polymorph II presents better solubility and dissolution rate. Cocrystals were prepared using the solvent evaporation method by varying AA concentration and temperature. FTIR and NMR analysis confirmed the absence of chemical interaction between EFA and AA. Increasing AA concentration and temperature significantly increased the saturation solubility. DSC, XRD and SEM analysis revealed a shift in the endothermic peak of EFA, change in intensity with 2θ values, and modified surface morphology respectively. This also confirmed a polymorphic structure change in the cocrystals due to high heating rates and maximum crystallization rate. The dissolution rate of the cocrystals was enhanced by the optimized batch, which contained an intermediate concentration of AA and was subjected to the highest temperature condition, and the data fitted well with the Higuchi model of kinetics. The stability of the cocrystals was also evaluated by accelerated stability testing to determine the percentage of drug content. Thus, cocrystallization with AA proved to be a suitable approach for enhancing the dissolution characteristics and polymorphic modification of BCS II drugs, such as EFA.
Economic Value Added Break Even Point of Commercial Banks
Authors: Dr. A. Meera, Dr. R. Ramki Dr. T. Priyanka, Dr. R. Jeya Rani,
Published: February 2024

Economic value added (EVA) is an estimate of a firm’s economic profit, or the value created in excess of the required return of the company’s shareholders. Economic Value Added is the net profit, less the equity cost of the firm capital. The idea is that value is created when the return of the firm’s economic capital employed exceeds the cost of the capital. The amount can be determined by making adjustments to Generally Accepted Accounting Principle accounting. This article aims to measure the Economic Value Added breakeven point of commercial banks in India.
Institutional Contexts and Corporate Diversification Strategy
Authors: Kim Kong-Hee
Published: February 2024

There has been a great deal of controversies concerning the performance implications of conglomerate (business group) strategy, often prevalent in emerging economies. The aim of this research is to develop a theoretical model that prescribes the viability of corporate diversification strategy in relation to institutional contexts. The theoretical model suggests that conglomerate strategy will be positively related to firm performance in institutional contexts where the functions of formal market controls and informal normative controls are inefficient, whereas focused/related diversification strategy will be positively related to firm performance in institutional contexts characterized by efficient market and normative controls. The framework synthesizing major theoretical perspectives will contribute to better understanding of the connection between institutional contexts and corporate diversification strategy.
Przemiany instytucjonalne wsi w Chińskiej Republice Ludowej po 1978 roku — wybrane problemy
Authors: Legiędź Tomasz
Published: February 2024

W niniejszym artykule omówiona zostaje transformacja sektora agrarnego w Chińskiej Republice Ludowej. Reformy zapoczątkowane pod koniec lat siedemdziesiątych ubiegłego wieku w znaczący sposób zmieniły oblicze Chin. Wprowadzenie systemu odpowiedzialności gospodarstw oraz reform w systemie planowania poprawiła sytuację chińskiej wsi. Poprzez powstanie przedsiębiorstw powiatowych i gminnych duża część chłopów znalazła zatrudnienie poza sektorem agrarnym. Jednakże te specyficzne instytucje chińskiej transformacji nie sprawiły, że różnica w dochodach pomiędzy mieszkańcami miast a wsi się zmniejszyła, przeciwnie – dysproporcje owe są coraz wyraźniejsze. Jednym z głównych przyczyn tego problemu jest system rejestracji gospodarstw, czyli system „hukou”.
Recenzja książki Krystyny Romaniszyn "Rzecz o pracy i konsumpcji. Analiza antropologiczna"
Authors: Wieruszewska Maria
Published: February 2024

Recenzja książki Krystyny Romaniszyn "Rzecz o pracy i konsumpcji. Analiza antropologiczna".
Sprawozdanie z konferencji Polityka rolna Stanów Zjednoczonych w świetle FARM BILL 2008 oraz przyszłość WPR Unii Europejskiej po 2013 roku
Authors: Drygas Mirosław
Published: February 2024

Sprawozdanie z konferencji Polityka rolna Stanów Zjednoczonych w świetle FARM BILL 2008 oraz przyszłość WPR Unii Europejskiej po 2013 roku.
Ocena skuteczności działań PROW 2004–2006 w opinii rolników i ekspertów (ujęcie regionalne)
Authors: Kiryluk-Dryjska Ewa
Published: February 2024

Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie ocen celowości działań Planu Rozwoju Obszarów Wiejskich (PROW) 2004–2006 w opiniach ich bezpośrednich beneficjentów – rolników, z uwzględnieniem zróżnicowania regionalnego oraz ich porównanie w ocenami ekspertów. Materiał badawczy stanowiły wyniki badań ankietowych przeprowadzonych wśród 746 rolników oraz sondażu przeprowadzonego wśród grupy 46 ekspertów z dziedziny ekonomiki rolnictwa i polityki rolnej z wiodących ośrodków naukowych w kraju. Badania wykazały, że rolnicy mieli w większości skłonność do nadawania wyższej oceny działaniom wspierającym dochód i podnoszących poziom życia. Wśród ekspertów natomiast widoczna była tendencja do nadawania wyższych ocen działaniom prorozwojowym i proekologicznym. Występowały istotne różnice w ocenie działań PROW przez rolników z rożnych regionów Polski. Rolnicy wysoko oceniali te działania, które najbardziej wydają się dotyczyć problemów rozwoju rolnictwa w ich regionie.
再探臺灣對外直接投資對國內創新的效果：數量或品質？
Authors: 楊志海 楊志海 , 李國安 李國安
Published: February 2024

本研究探討台灣的對外直接投資對國內創新活動與效率的影響。利用2002-2018年上市櫃電子業廠商的縱橫資料進行研究，不同的估計結果顯示：整體而言，對外直接投資對國內母公司的研究發展支出與專利數具有正向的影響。然而，對外直接投資的研究效果可能隨投資目的國與不同的時期而異：在2000年代晚期之前，對外直接投資的研發促進效果僅出現在赴開發中國家投資，特別是中國；但此研發效果在2000年代晚期之後變為負向。本文亦發現對外直接投資存在促進專利申請的效果，特別是基於技術取得目的的赴先進國家投資。就高新穎性的發明專利而言，赴開發中與先進國家投資均促使國內母公司取得更多發明專利。再則，對外直接投資也促使母公司在專利的研發生產力有所提升，特別是發明專利。

 

This study investigates how outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) influence innovation activity and efficiency in Taiwan. On the basis of a firm-level panel dataset of publicly listed electronics firms for the period 2002–2018, various estimations reveal that OFDI overall has a positive influence on research and development (R&D) expenditure and patent numbers. However, this R&D effect may be adverse across destinations and time periods. Before the late 2000s, the pro-R&D effect existed for OFDI to developing countries only, particularly China, but this R&D effect became negative after the late 2000s. The patent effect of OFDI is also found, particularly the technology sourcing through OFDI to advanced countries. Regarding high-novelty patents measured by inventions, we find that the OFDI in both developing and developed economies indicates a positive relationship with invention grants at home. Further, OFDI also facilitates multinational enterprises’ promotion of R&D productivity in patents and high-novelty inventions in particular.

 
沙門氏菌感染造成感染性動脈瘤以老年人下背痛表現之案列報告
Authors: 廖佩炫 廖佩炫 , 葉俊濬 葉俊濬 , Jun-Jun Yeh 蔡惠曲 , 鄭雅綺 鄭雅綺
Published: February 2024

感染性動脈瘤是由於感染過程導致的血管性異常擴張。感染性動脈瘤具有危及生命的併發症，包括動脈瘤破裂、嚴重敗血症和局部主動脈周圍感染。在疾病的早期階段中，症狀通常是輕微及非特異性的。因此，早期診斷和治療感染性動脈瘤是困難的。應隨時考慮到這個診斷，尤其是對於具有感染性動脈瘤危險因子且無明顯感染病灶的發燒患者。

在這篇文章中，我們報告了一名由沙門氏菌感染引起的感染性動脈瘤病例，患者是一名78歲有飲酒史的男性，最初以發燒、發冷及下背痛症狀表現。治療過程包括最初的經驗性抗生素使用，以及在動脈瘤擴大後安排手術。後續也進行經動脈栓塞術(TAE)、移植支架置入、栓塞及股-股動脈血管繞道術。

由於提到的非特異性症狀，感染性動脈瘤的早期診斷具有挑戰性。感染性動脈瘤可能以類似尿路結石、腎膿腫或急性腸胃炎的症狀表現。因此，對於下背痛的老年患者，尤其是具有主動脈瘤危險因子的患者，應將感染性動脈瘤作為鑑別診斷。

 

Mycotic or infected aneurysms are abnormal dilatations of the vasculature due to an infectious process. Mycotic aneurysm possesses life-threatening complications, including aneurysm rupture, severe sepsis, and focal periaortic infection. Symptoms are usually mild and non-specific during the initial course of the disease. Thus early diagnosis and management of mycotic aneurysm might be difficult.

In this article, we report a case of mycotic aneurysm due to a Samonella infection in a 78-year old man with a history of alcohol consumption who presented with symptoms of fever, chills, and low back pain. Laboratory examinations showed evidence of infection, while abdominal computed tomography revealed a mycotic aneurysm prior to the iliac bifurcation with mild perifocal fat stranding. The management included initial empirical antibiotics, with subsequent surgical intervention arranged. Trans-arterial embolization (TAE) with graft stenting and embolization as well as femoral-femoral bypass were conducted after informed consent was obtained.

Early diagnosis of mycotic aneurysm is challenging due to the unspecific symptoms mentioned. An infected aneurysm may masquerade as urolithiasis, renal abscess or acute gastroenteritis in the elderly. Hence, mycotic aneurysm should always be considered as a differential diagnosis in aged patients with low back pain, especially in patients with predisposing aortic aneurysm risk factors.

 
臺灣大專校院輔導與諮商工作之挑戰與展望
Authors: 陳斐娟 陳斐娟
Published: February 2024

本文旨在探討臺灣大專校院諮商輔導工作歷經超過60年之發展，輔導工作現況、挑戰與展望。本文採文獻分析法與文件分析，以學生輔導法為依歸，依三級輔導機制、輔導組織定位與資源人力配置，以及績效評估與自我改善機制等三面向探討，並提出如下展望：(1)大專校院諮輔單位之專業形象與組織定位、角色功能宜再定義與明確化；(2)建立校園生態系統合作模式，型塑正向輔導氛圍，共同推動三級輔導工作；(3)建立資料庫或大數據平台，以利掌握現況資訊及趨勢脈動。(4)在績效展現部分，宜結合校務研究建立證據導向與持續改善機制之校本輔導工作特色與品保系統；(5)發展嚴謹、具公信力之諮商輔導認證機制。(6)同時為因應與日俱增之輔導工作需求與挑戰負荷,宜提升區域平台之功能，確保輔導工作品質與效能；(7)網路及後疫情時代宜善用科技，使諮商輔導工作與時俱進。

 

This study aimed to explore the development, implications, challenges, and prospects of counseling work at Taiwan’s colleges and universities for more than 60 years. This study employed the literature analysis and document analysis methods to explore the current situation and challenges from three aspects of counseling, namely organizational position and manpower allocation, three levels of guidance and counseling and transition mechanism, and performance evaluation and self-improvement mechanism. It anticipated the following prospects: redefine and clarify the professional image and organizational position and role and function of guidance and counseling units in colleges and universities. Additionally, according to the comprehensive professional definition and by integrating the division of work, a campus ecological system based on a cooperation model should be established, fostering a positive counseling image and collectively promoting the three levels of guidance and counseling. It is recommended that government or academic organizations establish a database or big data platform to acquire current information and trends to expand and improve guidance and counseling work. Regarding performance, it is advisable to incorporate institutional research to establish an evidence-oriented and continuous improvement mechanism for school-based counseling characteristics and quality assurance systems and develop an authentic and rigorous guidance and counseling credential-awarded mechanism. Guidance and counseling professional associations should promote effectiveness evaluation, performance presentation, and counseling work quality assurance system of each school, broadening the implications and scope of colleges and universities’ counseling. Simultaneously, to cope with the ever-increasing needs and challenges of counseling, it is advisable to enhance the functions of the regional platform to ensure the quality and effectiveness of counseling work. Guidance and counseling in the post-epidemic era should be integrated with emerging technologies to develop technological consultation work that can align with current trends.

 
Integration of mycorrhiza hyphae into organic fertilizer granules on the growth of sugarcane crops
Authors: Mieke Rochimi Setiawati  , Tualar Simarmata  , Betty Natalie Fitriatin  , Reginawanti Hindersah  , Pujawati Suryatmana
Published: February 2024

Arbuscular mycorrhizae fungi (AMF) are important for tropical soils where soil phosphorus (P) availability is low so that plants can use P with higher efficiency. AMF can increase the P concentration in the plant root area, by releasing the bonds of fixed P into available P. One of the obstacles in utilizing AMF fertilizer is the limited availability of AMF inoculant in the form of AMF spores. In addition, AMF spore production takes a long time. AMF in the form of hyphae is an alternative as an inoculant because it has a faster infection capacity than AMF spores and does not break apart like AMF spores when made in the form of granular organic biofertilizer. The aim of this research was to analyze the effectiveness of various doses of AMF hyphae granule organic fertilizer on sugarcane plants. This research was conducted using a randomized block design. The treatment doses used were control (without AMF), 750 kg/ha, 1000 kg/ha, 1500 kg/ha, and 2000 kg/ha AMF hyphae granule organic fertilizer which was repeated five times. The results of the research showed that the application of AMF hyphae granule organic fertilizer at a dose of 1500 kg/ha could increase plant height, stem diameter, number of tillers and root infections of sugarcane plants. The P status of sugarcane plants increased from medium to high with a plant P content of 0.442% P2O5. This effect was seen more clearly in sugarcane plants grown in the field than grown in the greenhouse.
Neuropsychological effects of physical activity in people with depression
Authors: Maria Clara Rosa Chagas  , Maria Gisele dos Santos
Published: February 2024

Depression, a mental pathology of high prevalence and impact on quality of life, demands complementary therapeutic approaches. The review emphasized the psychological benefits, notably the improvement of mood and self -esteem, resulting from the modulation of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins, associated with physical activity. Additionally, physical activity influences the endocrine axis, manifesting itself in reducing the production of stress hormones, exemplified by cortisol. However, it is noteworthy that physical activity should not be used as an isolated approach, but as a component of a broader treatment that encompasses psychotherapeutic interventions and eventually drug therapy with antidepressants. Parallel to mental health benefits, physical activity promotes improvements in physical health, contributing to the strengthening of muscles, increased resistance, and promotion of cardiovascular health. In this context, this study demonstrates significant relevance of physical activity as an adjunct in the treatment and prevention of depression, giving a positive impact on various aspects of the individual's global health.
Climate risk, soft information and credit supply
Authors: Álvarez-Román Laura , Mayordomo Sergio , Vergara-Alert Carles , Vives Xavier
Published: February 2024

We study a model of the impact of climate risk on credit supply and test its predictions using data on all wildfires and corporate loans in Spain. Our findings reveal a significant decrease in credit following climate-driven events. This result is driven by outsider banks (large and diversified), which reduce lending significantly to firms in affected areas. By contrast, due to their access to soft information, local banks (geographically concentrated) reduce their loans to opaque affected firms to a lesser extent without increasing their risk. We also find that employment decreases in affected areas where local banks are not present.
Lower cranial neuropathy as a presentation of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis secondary to antiphospholipid syndrome: A case report
Authors: Mohammed Rafi Aaisha , Khan Karuna , Alomar Ammar , AlSayyad Aya , Yousef Nahla
Published: February 2024

Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is a rare cause of stroke especially among young adults. The clinical presentation of CVST is diverse, which makes the diagnosis to be challenging. Lower cranial neuropathy is a rare presentation of CVST, with few cases in literature. We are describing a case of 39-year-old male patient, presented with left occipital neuralgia, with left lower cranial neuropathies due to left transverse and sigmoid sinus thrombosis; secondary to antiphospholipid syndrome, with good response to anticoagulation.
Exploring the potential of fish oil (Omega-3 and Omega-6 Polyunsaturated Fats) as metabolic mediators for targeted cancer therapy
Authors: Isaac Sokoato MOMOH  , Micheal Omeyiza IBRAHIM  , Victoria Sokolayame EMMANUEL  , Emieseimokumo NUMONDE  , Peter Ayomide AKOMOLAFE
Published: February 2024

Cancer mortality and incidence are both sharply increasing on a global scale. GLOBOCAN estimates that in 2020, there were around 10.0 million cancer-related deaths and nearly 19.3 million new cancer diagnoses, making cancer the top cause of death globally and a significant impediment to improving life expectancy. Cancer cannot be completely cured, though. However, supplements containing polyunsaturated fatty acids with marine origins, such as EPA and DHA, are frequently taken. Fish oil (above 3 grams per day) and EPA/DHA (above 1 and above 0.8 grams per day) have been shown to have good clinical effects, indicating that they may have the potential to be an effective adjuvant to chemotherapy and may alleviate some of the harmful consequences of cancer. This review is aimed at examining the importance of Omega-3 PUFAs as metabolic mediators and their impact on cancer.
Reproductive biology and feeding habit of Coilia dussumieri Valenciennes, 1848 (Actinopteri: Engraulidae): A review
Authors: Mousumi Akhter  , Md. Monjurul Hasan  , Abu Bakker Siddique Khan  , Md. Rahamat Ullah  , Aovijite Bosu  , Farhana Yasmin  , Mohammed Ashraful Haque  , Md. Amirul Islam  , Yahia Mahmud
Published: February 2024

Coilia dussumieri, regularly referred to as the goldspotted grenadier anchovy, is a ray-finned fish species that pertains to the Engraulidae family. Estuaries and maritime waters bordering Bangladesh, Myanmar, and India are home to it. On top of that, it can be found from Thailand south to Java and the Malay Peninsula. Any species' genetic features must be scrutinized in order to govern its population smoothly and figure out whether it is well-suited for culture. Fish biology encompasses a broad spectrum of disciplines, consisting of an in-depth overview of their stature, progression, gonado-somatic index (GSI), prime mating period, and fetal growth. Biology regarding consumption and procreation has been the focus of numerous research efforts in the recent past. The main goal of this review work is to bring together the disparate information, identify the knowledge gaps for additional research on this fish species, and provide aqua culturists with some information for future, more in-depth research on the culture, management, and breeding of Coilia dussumieri.
A Birthday Reflection on the History of NATS
Authors: Helding Lynn
Published: February 2024

Abstract: The official birthday year of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) is celebrated as 1944. The author discusses research about the beginnings of NATS some forty years earlier, as well as possible reasons for the hiatus between the early 1900s and NATS’ official birthday, including the heated debate about compulsory examinations that divided members at that time, led by two prominent pedagogues on opposite sides of the divide, Englishman Herman Klein and American Herbert Wilber Greene. Additionally, two new positions are announced: co-editor of the “Mindful Voice” column and the JOS internship.
Psychological distress in the perinatal period: Accounts from Somali mothers living in the UK
Authors: Churcher-Clarke Anna , Russon Claire , Dell Pippa
Published: February 2024

This study explores experiences of ‘psychological distress’ in the perinatal period amongst Somali women who have migrated to the UK. Interviews with first-generation Somali mothers were qualitatively analysed using Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Participants’ accounts of psychological distress drew on both Western and Somali discourses of health, illness, and motherhood. The anthropological concept of ‘liminality’ was used to capture the ways in which the participants combined understandings of psychological distress, as well as drawing attention to the risks of being disempowered in this process. The study considers the implications of findings for health services, and the possibilities of using ‘liminality’ to explore psychological processes more broadly.
Relação entre agilidade, flexibilidade e desempenho muscular de membros inferiores, superiores e tronco em atletas de futebol juvenil
Authors: Ferreira Renan Meca Pontes , Barbosa Amanda Rodrigues , Franqueira Luis Henrique , Chagas Eduardo Federighi Baisi , Soares Isabela Cristina , Da Silva Maria Vitória Gonçalves , Zanca Gisele Garcia , Pedroni Cristiane Rodrigues
Published: February 2024

Atletas de futebol estão expostos a grandes demandas físicas que podem predispor a lesões quando superam as capacidades. A avaliação de diferentes valências físicas, não apenas de membros inferiores, é importante para acompanhamento destes atletas. O acompanhamento longitudinal dos atletas por meio de avaliações periódicas é uma das formas de identificar déficits físicos que possam ser abordados no preparo físico, contribuindo assim para o gerenciamento do risco de lesões. Variáveis indispensáveis para a prática do futebol como potência muscular, agilidade e flexibilidade foram avaliadas. Compreender como os resultados dos testes físicos se relacionam contribui para a seleção e interpretação de seus resultados. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar possíveis correlações entre os testes físicos que avaliam flexibilidade global, agilidade e desempenho muscular, incluindo membros superiores e tronco, em atletas de futebol juvenil.  Foram avaliados 28 atletas do sexo masculino entre 16 e 20 anos. Foram coletados dados antropométricos, tempo de treinamento e dominância e foi realizada familiarização dos testes com os atletas anteriormente à coleta dos dados. Foram realizados o Flexiteste adaptado para avaliar a flexibilidade, teste Shuttle-run com bola para a agilidade, os testes Push-up e de abdominal Sit-up para desempenho muscular de membros superiores e tronco e Stand long jump test e Two Hand medicine ball put adaptado para a potência muscular de membros inferiores e superiores. Houve correlação significativa apenas entre desempenho muscular de tronco e membros superiores, sem correlação significativa para os demais testes. Dessa forma, sugere-se que ao avaliar e acompanhar a capacidade física de atletas de futebol juvenil, o teste de abdominal sit-up poderia ser suprimido, visto que apresenta correlação com os resultados do teste de Push-up. Os demais testes não apresentam correlação e, portanto, não poderiam ser substituídos por outros aqui investigados.
Dimensão empreendedora: desafios à formação de administradores
Authors: Do Amarante Kaio Henrique Coelho , Kanan Lilia Aparecida , De Arruda Marina Patrício
Published: February 2024

O objetivo dessa pesquisa foi analisar o processo de formação de empreendedores a partir de um curso de administração na perspectiva de torná-los agentes de mudanças. O percurso metodológico do estudo o caracteriza como uma pesquisa quali-quantitativa, exploratória com o design de survey. Inicialmente realizou-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica, pertinente a toda investigação, de campo e uma análise documental das informações contidas no Projeto Pedagógico e nos Planos de Ensino do Curso de Administração, objeto de investigação. Para a pesquisa de campo foram aplicados questionários semiestruturados aos estudantes ingressantes e aos concluintes, visando detectar o movimento do processo de formação de empreendedores de acordo com o entendimento dos estudantes que ingressam no referido curso e daqueles que as em formados para o mercado de trabalho. As discussões se apoiam no pensamento complexo e na religação de saberes, em substituição a um pensamento que isola e segmenta. Em uma perspectiva sistêmica em que tudo se relaciona à construção de um conhecimento, a formação de uma visão empreendedora não pode limitar-se a disciplinas fragmentadas. Percebemos ao final desse estudo que o processo formativo empreendedor deve ir além do simples cumprimento de uma estrutura curricular. Para a formação de um administrador não basta o domínio de conteúdos repassados como verdades concluídas, pois o empreendedor pode ser agente de mudanças na construção do novo. Esse estudo possibilitou a reflexão sobre como o conhecimento está sendo construído na referida graduação e projetar mudanças por meio da aplicação do raciocínio sistêmico. Esta forma de pensamento e de construção de conhecimento transcende à estrutura organizacional hoje posta e gera frutos na comunidade, algo que pode transformar o modo de pensar e agir e gerar mudanças empreendedoras.
A escola e a identificação de situações de ideação suicida e automutilação em crianças e adolescentes
Authors: Fernandes Flávia Emília Cavalcante Valença , Amorim Ana Karina Nunes , Dos Santos Nadja Maria , Tabosa Jackeline Alves de Lucena , De Melo Rosana Alves
Published: February 2024

O objetivo deste estudo consiste em revisar as produções acadêmicas publicadas nos últimos dez anos, sobre a contribuição da escola para a identificação de situações de ideação suicida e automutilação em crianças e adolescentes. A metodologia utilizada foi a revisão integrativa de literatura, nas bases de dados: Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde, no Portal de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior e na PubMed, utilizando os descritores automutilação, adolescente e escola. A partir dos descritores indicados e considerados os critérios de inclusão, foram pré-selecionados 17 artigos na BVS, 35 artigos na PubMed e 15 artigos no portal de periódicos CAPES. Mediante a leitura criteriosa do título e do resumo, a fim de verificar a adequação com os critérios de inclusão, a amostra final foi constituída de 08 artigos, destes um foi excluído por repetir o mesmo conteúdo de outro, apesar de trazer um título diferente. A violência autoprovocada envolvendo crianças e adolescentes, pessoas em desenvolvimento, trata-se de uma questão complexa, que pode trazer sérios prejuízos para a sua formação, caso não haja uma intervenção adequada no sentido da preservação da saúde física e mental e do desenvolvimento moral, intelectual e social, de todos que apresentam condutas autolesivas. O estudo deixa claro como profissionais de educação precisam sentir-se seguros para agir diante dessas situações, fazendo-se necessária a qualificação desses profissionais para intervirem no ambiente de trabalho, assim como para somarem forças com a família e outras instituições atuando em ações de prevenção e promoção da saúde dos estudantes. Os profissionais de educação, sobretudo os professores, podem desempenhar um relevante papel na identificação e enfrentamento de situações de ideação suicida e automutilação no ambiente escolar, para tanto fazendo-se necessária a formação e qualificação adequada na referida temática.
Avaliação da estruturação de uma competência por discentes do curso de Geografia
Authors: Passos-de-Oliveira Antonio Carlos Santos do Nascimento , Cruz Heitor Borges , Gallardo Nuria Pérez
Published: February 2024

O ensino por meio de competências é uma demanda presente em grande parte dos cursos do vinculados Conselho Federal de Engenharia e Agronomia (CONFEA). Nesse sentido, este artigo resolveu verificar como discentes do curso de Bacharelado em Geografia, de uma Instituição de Ensino Superior e Pública (IESP), no sudeste do Pará, elaboram competências que um gestor deveria ter, no contexto da disciplina Planejamento e Gestão Ambiental. Se considerou competência enquanto constructo constituído de conhecimentos, habilidades e atitudes, ou seja, saber, saber fazer e querer utilizar esse saber. Por mais que as Diretrizes Curriculares Nacionais para os cursos de Geografia citem a demanda de explicitarem as competências, como o documento é genérico e adota um sentido divergente da literatura sobre o conceito de competência, adotou-se como norte referencial as Diretrizes Nacionais para os cursos de graduação em Engenharia, partido do pressuposto que Geógrafos podem redigir competências, enquanto gestores, que Engenheiros deverão ter para participar de projetos. Afinal, como explicitados, ambos os profissionais estão no sistema CONFEA. Focou-se em competências ligadas para implantação de políticas de estímulo à diversidade, dentro de uma proposta interdisciplinas que permita abordar diversidade (de gênero, sexual e étnico-racial), entretanto, o enfoque será particularmente sobre o processo de construção da competência pelos discentes, tentando compreender como eles conseguem estruturar uma competência. Assim, foi sugerido que 16 discente redigem que competências um gestor deveria possuir para realizar a implantação de uma política de estímulo à diversidade. Percebeu-se que grande parte dos discentes, por mais que conseguissem vincular um conhecimento a saber realização uma ação (habilidade), não conseguia descrever de forma elucidativa uma atitude.
The role of physical exercise in the formation of cognitive abilities of higher education students
Authors: Турбина Е.Г. , Маркин А.В.
Published: February 2024

Процесс развития компетенций при формировании ценностного отношения к здоровому образу жизни – это планомерная, целенаправленная работа, осуществляемая с учетом возрастных психофизиологических, социальных и деятельностных аспектов в условиях организации здоровьесберегающей среды высшего учебного заведения участниками образовательного процесса. Определено, что одним из важных показателей развития компетенций ведения здорового образа жизни является физическое развитие, где студенты самосовершенствуются в духовном и физическом направлении. В данной статье определена роль физической культуры в формировании когнитивных способностей студентов высших учебных заведений, необходимых для их будущей профессиональной деятельности. Описаны такие основные когнитивные способности человека как: восприятие, внимание, мышление, речь и воображение. Выделены когнитивные функции. Определены когнитивные способности, формируемые с помощью физической культуры, их роль в образовательной и будущей профессиональной деятельности студентов. Авторами были проведены эксперименты, подтверждающие роль физических упражнений в формировании когнитивных способностей. Материалы статьи представляют интерес для студентов, их родителей, преподавателей и психологов высших учебных заведений.

The process of developing competencies in the formation of a value attitude to a healthy lifestyle is a systematic, purposeful work carried out taking into account age-related psychophysiological, social and activity aspects in the context of the organization of a healthy environment of a higher educational institution by participants in the educational process. It is determined that one of the important indicators of the development of competencies in leading a healthy lifestyle is physical development, where students self-perfect in the spiritual and physical direction. This article defines the role of physical culture in the formation of cognitive abilities of students of higher educational institutions necessary for their future professional activities. Such basic cognitive abilities of a person are described as: perception, attention, thinking, speech and imagination. Cognitive functions are highlighted. The cognitive abilities formed by physical culture, their role in the educational and future professional activities of students are determined. The authors conducted experiments confirming the role of exercise in the formation of cognitive abilities. The materials of the article are of interest to students, their parents, teachers and psychologists of higher educational institutions.
Evaluating nurses’ preparedness in critical incidents
Authors: Abdulkarim Shafic , Saed Aldien Ammar , Zorigtbaatar Anudari , Dupuis Natasha , Larocque Josee , Razek Tarek
Published: February 2024

Objective: This study aims to evaluate the preparedness and training of Canadian nurses in critical incidents.Methods: Design: An observational cross-sectional survey through a self-administered web-based questionnaire. Setting: The questionnaire was shared with nurses working in emergency departments, intensive care units, and coronary care units at five hospitals affiliated with McGill University in Montreal (Quebec, Canada). Participants: In total, 145 nurses completed the questionnaire. It was sent through email to nurse managers and assistant nurse managers working in the emergency department, adult intensive care unit, and cardiac care unit at four academic hospitals. Main Outcome Measured: level of preparedness and skills of nurses to deal with critical incidents.Results: Most nurses have not participated in a disaster management (code orange) simulation (64.8%, n = 94). Moreover, around half of them knew their specific role in such a simulation (49.6%, n = 72). The vast majority of participants (78.6%, n = 114) never took part in a real code orange scenario. On multiple logistic regression, having > 10 years of experience in nursing, having > 10 years of experience in critical care, participating in a code orange simulation, knowledge of roles and responsibilities during a code orange situation, and having knowledge of the department's code orange plan, were significantly associated with a higher level of preparedness.Conclusions: This study shows a lack of nurses’ preparedness in dealing with critical incidents based on their self-assessment. Confidence and knowledge of skills associated with BLS and ACLS were noted to be essential for a high level of preparedness.
Sosialisasi Sadar Keselamatan Berlalu Lintas Pada Siswa SMA Negeri 8 Jakarta
Authors: Sidjabat Sonya , Handayani Sri , Suryobuwono Abdullah Ade
Published: February 2024

Safety is one of the attributes of transportation in general and road transportation or traffic and road transportation in particular. Safety is something that is priceless, but few people are aware of maintaining their own safety. Road traffic safety is a condition where everyone avoids the risk of accidents during traffic caused by human, vehicles, roads and environment (RI Law No 2, 2009).  Many high school students violate traffic rules and lack understanding of traffic norms. Such as breaking traffic lights or running lights, driving a motorbike/car without a driver’s license, pillion not using a helmet, not turning on the lights during the day, not using a seat belt while driving. Because the understanding of the traffic norms in high school students has a big impact, according to the conditions that are increasing day by day, for this reason we propose participation in the form community service program in the form safety road socialization to students in grade 11 and 12 at SMAN 8 Jakarta. The socialization was carried out by explaining the importance of understanding traffic norms and obeying traffic regulations. Through this community service program, it is hoped that it can arouse the awareness of the hearts of students to increasingly obey traffic rules and understand more about traffic norms.