bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Clinicoetiological Study of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Spectrum and the Correlation of SCORTEN with Prognosis
Authors: Kanagarajan Amuthavalli , Murthy Aravind Baskar , Moni Punithavathi Kailasa , Palanivel Nirmaladevi
Published: May 2024

Background:

Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) are severe cutaneous adverse reactions of major concern because of its high mortality. The prognosis of SJS and TEN is widely assessed with SCORTEN (SCORe of TEN). Although, it is a largely useful scale, the predictive ability is still variable.

Aims and Objectives:

This study was conducted to assess the clinicoetiological profile and outcome of SJS and TEN and to evaluate the validity of SCORTEN in assessing the prognosis in South Indian population.

Methods:

This prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy in a Tertiary care hospital from January 2016 to June 2017. Detailed history, examination findings, treatment and SCORTEN scores were recorded. SCORTEN's accuracy in predicting the mortality was assessed on day 1, 3 and 5 of admission.

Results:

The incidence of SJS/TEN among other drug reactions was 29.5%. The most common age group affected was 30-49years (41.1%), with male preponderance (76.5%). The age range of patients was 6 and 67 years. TEN (64.7%) was the predominant spectrum followed by SJS and SJS-TEN overlap in 17.6% each. Anticonvulsants (47%) were the commonest causative drug, followed by analgesics (35%) and antibiotics (11%). The validity of SCORTEN was the same on days 1, 3, and 5. There was good agreement between the actual and predicted mortality on all three days. A mortality of 17.6% (3 cases) was recorded in this study. Three patients (17.6%) died in our study. All survivors had a score of 4 or less. The predicted mortalities were 0.417, 1.836, and 2.574 and the observed mortalities were 0, 2, and 1 in SJS, SJS-TEN overlap, and TEN respectively. Analysis of SCORTEN on a single day, either day 1, 3, or 5 was found to be as useful as the serial analysis.

Conclusion:

SCORTEN gave a significant estimation of mortality in SJS-TEN overlap patients, whereas it overestimated mortality in TEN patients. An increase in individual scores for the elevation of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) in existing SCORTEN and the inclusion of new parameters like raised liver enzymes, thrombocytopenia, and pulmonary infiltrates aided in proposing a modified SCORTEN for the South Indian population. Further studies on a larger scale, are needed to validate the modified SCORTEN proposed by us.
The Correlation between Anthropometric Variables and Muscular Strength in Patients Coinfected with Leprosy and HIV
Authors: Novais Diego Vinícius da Costa , do Nascimento Mariana Garcia Borges , Lopes Geovanna Lemos , Brito João Augusto Gomes de Souza Monteiro de , Carneiro Thomaz Xavier , Souza Givago Silva , Xavier Marília Brasil
Published: May 2024

Background:

Peripheral nerve disease may lead to physical disability because of decreased muscle strength and/or loss of sensitivity in the dermatomes of affected peripheral nerves. Both human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)- and leprosy-affected patients can develop neurological damage; therefore, the coinfection of these diseases presents new challenges to the health care of these patients.

Aims and Objective:

This study aimed to investigate the motor alterations of patients coinfected with HIV and leprosy and their relationship with clinical and anthropometric characteristics, compared with individuals with isolated diseases.

Materials and Methods:

In this cross-sectional study, 90 individuals were divided equally into three groups: HIV/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) group, leprosy group and HIV/leprosy group. All individuals underwent an evaluation of muscle strength and upper limb endurance adjusted for the Brazilian standards, a palm print pressure test using a digital dynamometer and anthropometric measurements (weight, height and skin folds).

Results:

The HIV/leprosy group had the highest mean body mass index, followed by the leprosy group and the HIV/AIDS group. Skinfolds were similar between the groups. Multiple linear regression, adjusted for sex and age, revealed the coinfection of HIV and leprosy as possible contributor to a worse prognosis of muscle function, highlighting the bilateral reduction in the levels of palm print compression strengths compared with isolated diseases (HIV and leprosy). High CD4 count and shorter antiretroviral therapy duration were associated with worse indices of muscle strength, such as gripping and resistance, in coinfected patients.

Conclusion:

Patients coinfected with HIV and leprosy exhibited greater motor damage than those with isolated diseases. Thus, motor damage may be related to the sum of the neurological manifestations of the two morbidities.
TWEAK Progress in Dermatology: A Review
Authors: Kharel Pramisha , Jia Chen , Dhital Kamal Raj , Chapagain Pukar , Aryal Sabita
Published: May 2024

Tumour necrosis factor (TNF)-like weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) is a member of the TNF superfamily (TNFSF). It acts through its receptor fibroblast growth factor-inducible 14 (Fn14). Studies have indicated that TWEAK/Fn14 pathway activation controls multiple cellular responses, including proliferation, angiogenesis and induction of inflammatory cytokines. TWEAK/Fn14 is manifested in many tissues of our body and most importantly in the skin causing inflammation and many autoimmune and neoplastic cutaneous disorders. Evidence suggests that the TWEAK/Fn14 axis, the downstream signalling pathway and its inflammatory molecular expressions are involved in the pathogenesis of many cutaneous disorders such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (AD) vitiligo and melanoma. So, this literature review describes a brief introduction of TWEAK and TWEAK/Fn14 pathway and summarises the case-series and open-label studies performed in the field of dermatology and its potential therapeutic benefit.
Becker's Birthmark
Authors: Kololgi Shreyas P. , Kololgi Prakash D. , Hulmani Manjunath , Lahari C. S.
Published: May 2024

Becker's naevus also known as Becker's melanosis (BM) or pigmented hairy epidermal naevus is a cutaneous hamartoma with brown hyperpigmentation and hypertrichosis. It commonly occurs during adolescence and rarely at birth. It usually affects young post-pubertal males and has a prevalence of 0.5%. A naevus usually consists of a circumscribed, unilateral, irregularly shaped, hyperpigmented spot usually located around the anterior upper body, with or without hypertrichosis and/or acneiform lesions. Sometimes developmental abnormalities can occur with Becker's naevus, which is called Becker's naevus syndrome (BNS). Becker's naevus was of atypical presentation in two patients over the forearm and leg. Hence, these case reports gain importance.
The burden of personal protective equipment and its effect on the work efficiency in health-care workers
Authors: Vaidiyanathan Bhavani , Amalanathan Sophia , Chokalingam Satish Kumar , Colbert Kumaran Ramesh , Joseph Irudhayaraj Raajesh , Kishore Prathiba
Published: May 2024

Introduction:

Personal protective equipment (PPE) has become a necessity in the COVID pandemic for containing, protecting, and preventing the spread of the virus among the health-care workers; however, there are limitations to its use due to its associated adverse effects. The objective is to determine the adverse effects of PPE and its effect on work efficiency in health-care workers.

Methods:

This is a single-center descriptive cross-sectional survey done among 384 health-care workers by a consecutive sampling method. A semi-structured questionnaire was sent through the Google platform and the data were analyzed using SPSS 20.

Results:

79.7% of study participants reported irritability and 59.9% had difficulty reading and writing during working hours in PPE, both factors had a significant association with their work efficiency (P= 0.019,P= 0.031). A feeling of being in a closed tight environment (85.7%), headache (71.95%), difficulty in drawing samples and intravenous cannulation (60.2%), and difficulty in adjusting the ventilatory settings and infusion pumps (39%) were reported by the study participants. However, these factors did not affect their work efficiency. On multivariate analysis, most health-care workers (HCWs) in the intensive care unit had more adverse effects than the others posted in other clinical areas.

Conclusion:

Our survey has identified several factors affecting HCWs during their working hours. These physical and cognitive adverse effects need to be alleviated to maintain a healthy, productive, and efficient work environment. We need to encourage reporting and find ways to mitigate their difficulties regarding PPE.
Comparative Evaluation of Immediate Implant Placement in Fresh Extraction Socket with and without the use of Platelet-Rich Fibrin
Authors: Vivek  , Chaudhuri Nabagata G. , Patel Shivam , Mahajan Aishwarya , Luniyal Shikha , Srivastava Sonal , Makkad Ramanpal S.
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACT

Background:

Immediate implant placement after tooth extraction has been found to be a workable and reliable treatment for tooth loss based on clinical and radiographic evaluation.

Aim:

This study was conducted for comparative evaluation of immediate implant placement in fresh extraction socket with and without the use of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF).

Materials and Method:

Forty sites in all were chosen, and they were split into two groups at random. Twenty of these were placed immediately with PRF (test category), while the remaining 20 were placed immediately without the use of any comparable adjunct (control group). Using cone beam computed tomography, radiographic characteristics were evaluated both at the time of implant implantation and a year later.

Results:

The crestal bone at the mesial surface was 2.74 ± 1.44 and 1.96 ± 1.41 mm at baseline and 12-month follow-up in the control group. The crestal bone at the mesial surface was 2.93 ± 1.44 and 2.57 ± 1.57 mm at baseline and 12-month follow-up in the test group.

Conclusion:

Immediate implant placement in fresh extraction socket showed better results with the use of PRF.
Clinical and demographic characteristics of autistic children in Al-Hilla city
Authors: Alshammary Ahmed Abdul-Mohsin , Aljibori Qussay Nasser , Al-Jabory Mohammed Ali
Published: May 2024

Background:

An increase in the number of cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been reported around the world in the recent years, identifying the major risk factors and main associations helps increase our knowledge and planning for future studies.

Objective:

To identify the major risk factors for ASD and associated medical and psychiatric comorbidities in Al-Hilla city.

Materials and Methods:

This is a record review study done in five centers for behavioral therapy of autistic children in Al-Hilla city from January 15, 2023, to May 15, 2023, on 204 children with ASD, their ages ranged from 2 to 12 years old, full history and clinical examination was done for all children.

Results:

Out of 204 children studied, 70.58% were males and 29.4% were females with a male-to-female ratio of 2.4:1. Their ages ranged from 2 to 12 years old, and 62.7% presented between 4 and 6 years of age. About 62.7% presented with speech delay, 17.6% had a family history of similar problems, 19.6% had sleep disturbance, 41.2% had gastrointestinal problems, 13.7% had epilepsy, and 50.9% had hyperactivity.

Conclusion:

We found a higher male-to-female ratio, delayed presentation to medical attention, most children present with speech delay and most patients had associated medical and psychiatric problems.
Immunomodulatory effect of hepatitis B virus (HBV) antigens and MRSA antigens on immune response
Authors: Hadi Entidhar A , Al-Saadi Mohammad Abd-Kadhum , Madlum Kaiser N
Published: May 2024

Background:

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is one of the most common human invaders and causes different types of illness worldwide.

Objectives:

This study aimed to illustrate the immune response of purified human peripheral blood mononuclear cells against somatic antigens of methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) and to study the immunomodulatory effect of hepatitis B virus (HBV) antigens on this immune response.

Materials and Methods:

A case–control study was applied on 75 peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) samples. This work involved five experimental groups, each group involved 15 samples. Group I involves separated PBMCs (1 × 106 cells/mL) alone as a control; group II involves PBMCs stimulated with killed somatic MRSA antigen; group III of PBMCs were stimulated with HBV vaccine only; group IV involves PBMCs pretreated with HBV vaccine for 48 h, then with killed somatic MRSA antigen; and group V involves PBMCs stimulated with mixed of killed somatic MRSA antigen and HBV vaccine. The immune response against MRSA somatic antigens was assessed by measurement of interferon-γ, interleukin-4, and interleukin-5 by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay technique.

Results:

The results indicated a significant increase (P < 0.05) in the mean value of IFN-γ in group II (125.9995 pg/mL) and III group (133.6504 pg/mL) and group IV (132.0271 pg/mL) as compared with control (group I) (49.6203 pg/mL). Also, the results showed no significant differences between control group I and group V (49.6203 and 9.6087 pg/mL). IL-4 and IL-5 concentration results revealed a significant increase in all treated groups as compared with control untreated group I.

Conclusion:

Immune response represented by regulatory cytokines against MRSA is significantly induced by somatic antigens.
The prevalence of nutritional status and obesity in adolescents in Babylon Province, Iraq
Authors: Selman Nihad Abdallah , Hussain Ashraf M A , Mera Nassar Abdalaema Abdalhadi
Published: May 2024

Background:

Obesity is a chronic disease characterized by excessive fat accumulation that can lead to different complications.

Objectives:

However, identifying the prevalence of nutritional status and obesity in adolescents in Babylon governorate and searching for the relationship with different factors constitute the main objectives of this study.

Materials and Methods:

This study was cross-sectional study curried on 500 high school students aged between 16 and 19 years. Among them, half of them were female students. Study period was between February and June 2022; weight and height were measured to each participant to calculate body mass index (BMI) and they were requested to fill a questionnaire to identify any risk factor relation-ship.

Results:

Out of all, 14.2% were underweight, 55.4% were normal weight, 20.4% were overweight and 10% obese adolescents. There was a significant relationship between BMI from one hand and male gender, living in rural areas, high family income and soft drink (beverage consumption per week) on the other hand.

Conclusion:

The prevalence of overweight and obesity was around than one third (20.4% + 10% = 30.4% collectively, whereas 14.2% were underweight out of all participants in this study).
Comparative molecular study of Enterococcus faecalis in endodontic treatment pre and postdiode laser application
Authors: Hashim Israa Hadi , Malik Fatima Abood , Mahdi Ahmed Ghanim
Published: May 2024

Background:

Endodontic infections are polymicrobial, with the majority of bacteria being anaerobic and others being facultative.

Objective:

To detect and measure the level of Enterococcus faecalis in infected root canals during traditional cleaning techniques and after diode laser application by using real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR).

Materials and Methods:

Ninety samples were collected from 30 participant patients complaining of acute or chronic pulpitis with an age range of 18–50 years old; the teeth indicated endodontic treatment, including both anterior and posterior teeth. Thirty swabs were taken preinstrumentation, and then 30 swabs were taken after instrumentation and canal irrigation using sodium hypochlorite 5.25%, and then 30 swabs were taken in the same manner after the root canal sterilization with the diode laser.

Results:

This study included 30 patients with root canal infection presented with a mean age of 31.7 ± 8.6 years and a range of 18–50 years; Female patients were more than males (34.3% vs. 36.7%). The mean E. faecalis copy number was significantly reduced from precleaning status to postcleaning with sodium hypochlorite (5.25%) and postlaser therapy (P = 0.05).

Conclusions:

RT-PCR assay is a highly effective, dependable, and rapid technique for accurate detection and copy number counting of E. faecalis in the infected root canal; this molecular and clinical study supports the diode laser application of 940-nm WL as an adjuvant tool combined with sodium hypochlorite (5.25%) in canal disinfection during root canal treatment to reduce E. faecalis copy numbers.
Нарушение неравенств Белла в йордановых тройках и йордановых алгебрах
Authors: Hamhalter Jan , Turilova Ekaterina Aleksandrovna
Published: May 2024

Сформулированы и доказаны неравенства Белла в рамках теории JB$^*$-троек и JB$^*$-алгебр. Показано, что максимальное нарушение неравенств Белла имеет место в любой JBW$^*$-тройке, содержащей неассоциативное $2$-пирсово подпространство. Кроме того, показано, что нарушение неравенств Белла в немодулярной JBW$^*$-алгебре и в существенно немодулярной JBW$^*$-тройке является общим. Описана структура максимальных нарушителей, и указана ее связь со спин-фактором. Кроме того, представлен синтез известных до сих пор результатов на основе единого геометрического подхода.
О структуре постселективных преобразований квантовых состояний
Authors: Kronberg Dmitry Anatolevich
Published: May 2024

Исследуются свойства постселективных преобразований квантовых состояний, т.е. преобразований, для которых некоторые классические результаты объявляются "успешными", в то время как остальные отбрасываются. Демонстрируется наличие для каждого постселективного преобразования выделенного ортонормированного базиса, для которого преобразование сводится к вероятностной блокировке состояний базиса с последующим детерминированным преобразованием. Также описывается обобщение произвольного постселективного преобразования, которое соответствует его частичному выполнению с заданной вероятностью успеха.
Непрерывность операторных функций в топологии локальной сходимости по мере
Authors: Bikchentaev Airat Midkhatovich , Tikhonov Oleg Evgen'evich
Published: May 2024

Пусть алгебра фон Неймана $\mathcal M$ операторов действует в гильбертовом пространстве $\mathcal {H}$, $\tau $ - точный нормальный полуконечный след на $\mathcal M$. Пусть $t_{\tau \textup {l}}$ - топология $\tau $-локальной сходимости по мере на *-алгебре всех $\tau $-измеримых операторов $S(\mathcal M,\tau )$. Доказана $t_{\tau \textup {l}}$-непрерывность инволюции на подмножестве всех нормальных операторов из $S(\mathcal M,\tau )$. Исследована $t_{\tau \textup {l}}$-непрерывность операторных функций на $S(\mathcal M,\tau )$. Показано, что отображение $A\mapsto |A|$ является $t_{\tau \textup {l}}$-непрерывным на подмножестве всех частичных изометрий из алгебры $\mathcal M$.
О минимуме энтропии Верля для локально компактной коммутативной группы
Authors: Zelenov Evgenii Igorevich
Published: May 2024

Предложена конструкция энтропии Верля для произвольной локально компактной коммутативной группы $G$. Доказано, что энтропия Верля не меньше целого неотрицательного числа, которое является инвариантом группы $G$, при этом минимум энтропии Верля достигается на когерентных состояниях.
How to make the EU Energy Platform into an effective emergency tool
Authors: Boltz Walter , Borchardt Klaus-Dieter , Deschuyteneer Thierry , Ferry Jean-Pisani , Hancher Leigh , Lévêque François , McWilliams Ben , Ockenfels Axel , Tagliapietra Simone , Zachmann Georg
Published: May 2024

Uncertainty regarding the supply of Russian natural gas is causing European gas and electricity prices to become extremely high and volatile. Coordination is essential to ensure that disruptions during difficult winter months do not lead to a break-up of the EU internal gas market with potentially serious political repercussions. One part of the EU response is the establishment of an EU Energy Platform for the purchase of gas, LNG and hydrogen.

The platform can be developed into an effective emergency tool – if Member States buy gas jointly they will find it much easier to let markets allocate scarce volumes across borders in case of a full supply disruption from Russia. We detail two complementary proposals to achieve this. First, there should be EU-wide auctioning of a remuneration for filling storage sites in specific regions. Secondly, EU demand for additional LNG quantities, and the sourcing of this on international markets, should be coordinated through a platform – this creates a transparent market for said volumes.
Teaching Methods to Support the Teaching of Reading in the Foundation Phase Class: A Case Study of Schools around Capricorn South District, Limpopo, South Africa
Authors: Segooa Mapule Yvonne , Molise Habasisa Vincent
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study was to investigate how instructors experienced teaching reading in Foundation Phase classrooms and how they applied various tactics to make reading instruction successful. In a case study design, a qualitative research methodology was used. Six educators from three distinct schools made up the sample: two were Foundation Phase specialists, two had never participated in in-service training, and two are from former Model C schools. Semi-structured interviews and in-class observations were used to gather data. The semi-structured interviews' raw recorded data was first converted into written language, after which initial codes were assigned to each category of data. These results showed that teachers' methods in the classroom did not align with contemporary theories and best practices for teaching reading. Their proficiency in teaching reading utilising the CAPS-recommended reading approaches generally is adversely affected by this aspect. Learners' failure to meet satisfactory reading outcomes in Foundation Phase classrooms may be due to the difficulties in implementing various reading approaches.
The Impact of Gross Domestic Products (GDP), US Dollar Exchange Rates and Money Supply on Indonesian Salt Imports From 2003 To 2022
Authors:   Faculty of Economic and Business, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia 80361, Lucman Dhammananda , Dewi Ni Putu Martini ,   Faculty of Economic and Business, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia 80361
Published: May 2024

International trade is an important aspect of a country's economy. International trade is the exchange of goods, services, or other factors of production across national borders. One example of international trade is exports and imports. Export and import activities have a close relationship with demand and supply. In this study, we will examine one of the important aspects of international trade, namely imports. Indonesia, as a country that has a wide coastline and a large water area, still needs to import salt from other countries to meet the salt needs in Indonesia itself. Therefore, research will be conducted on salt imports in Indonesia as influenced by Gross Domestic Product, US Dollar Exchange Rate, and Money Supply. In this study, there is a period of twenty years, from 2003 to 2022. The number of observations in this study is eighty because there are four variables with a research data period of twenty years. The objectives of this study are 1) to analyze the effect of GDP, the US Dollar Exchange Rate, and the Amount of Money in Circulation simultaneously on Salt imports in Indonesia in 2003–2022, 2) to analyze the effect of GDP, the US Dollar Exchange Rate, and the Amount of Money in Circulation partially on Salt imports in Indonesia in 2003–2022, and 3) to find out the variables that have the most dominant influence on Salt Imports in Indonesia in 2003–2022. The results of this study show that GDP and the amount of money in circulation have a positive effect on salt imports in Indonesia in 2003–2022, and the US dollar exchange rate has a negative effect on salt imports in Indonesia. Gross Domestic Product has the most dominant influence on the Salt Import variable, among other variables.
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Achievement of Physical Education Learning Results Based on Gender Review and Learning Motivation on High School Students in the Yogyakarta Region, Indonesia
Authors: Martono Martono , Suherman Wawan Sundawan , Nugroho Sigit , Setyawan Hendra , Sulistiyono Sulistiyono , Pambudi Duwi Kurnianto , Puri Lintang Waskita , Septiantoko Riko , Hermawan Yudan , García-Jiménez José Vicente , Pavlovic Ratko , Eken Özgür , Pranoto Nuridin Widya , Darmawan Arief , Shidiq Abdul Aziz Purnomo , Rahmatullah Muhammad Imam
Published: May 2024

This research aims to examine differences in Physical Education (PE) learning outcomes for high school students based on gender and learning motivation. The sample in this research was 84 high school students in Yogyakarta and was taken using a simple random sampling system. Data analysis used descriptive statistics and inferential factorial two-way anova. The mean score for male students in the low learning motivation category was 86.29 and female students in the low learning motivation category was 83.71. The mean score for male students in the moderate learning motivation category was 83.21 and female students in the moderate learning motivation category was 84.14. The mean score for male students in the high learning motivation category is 85.64 and female students in the high learning motivation category is 82.64. The results of the Anova test on the learning motivation factor variable value Sig. 0.42 < 0.05 means that there is a significant difference or influence between students' learning motivation (low, medium and high) on PE learning outcomes. In the gender factor variable, the Sig. value 0.001 < 0.05 means that there is a significant difference or influence between gender (male and female) on PE learning achievement. Next, on the variables of learning motivation and gender, the Sig. value 0.000 < 0.05 means that there is an influence or interaction between learning motivation factors and gender on students' PE learning outcomes. The conclusion is that PE design needs to take into account the specifics of gender and type of sport. This is so that male and female students have the right to exercise according to their portion in order to benefit from the PE program at school. Apart from that, it is also to provide maximum enjoyment and achievement for students in various games and sports activities in PE without any pressure. The conclusion is that motivational factors and gender significantly interact and influence students' PE learning outcomes. Therefore, it is important for teachers to consider these two factors in designing and implementing effective PE learning, paying special attention to the specific needs and conditions of each student based on their respective learning motivation and gender.
Keywords: Achievement, Learning Results, Physical Education, Students, Gender, Learning Motivation
Article RETRACTED due to manipulation by the authors Effects of Physical Activity on Physical Health, Behavior and Personality by Social Status of Urban and Rural Children: A Systematic Review
Authors: Chaeroni Ahmad , Widya Pranoto Nuridin , Talib Kamal , Ahmed Mottakin , Khishe Mohammad , Okilanda Ardo , Nizam Lani Mohd
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the impact of physical activity on children's physical health, behavior and personality by considering differences in social status in urban and rural environments. Using mixed methods, we combined surveys, observations and psychological measurements to gain in-depth insights. Involving children of different age groups (12-16 years old) from both neighborhoods (urban and rural), this study looked at the level, frequency, and type of physical activity they engaged in. In evaluating physical health, not only physical aspects such as fitness and body mass index were considered, but also factors such as sleep patterns and eating habits. In addition, the children's behavior and personality were also analyzed using tested measurement tools. This study aims to uncover significant differences and patterns that may emerge between urban and rural children in response to physical activity. The findings from this study are expected to provide an in-depth picture of the complex relationship between physical activity, social status and children's well-being. The practical implication of this study is to develop more focused interventions to promote physical activity in both settings, taking into account their social context. This study is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) that has been published in the Web of Science, Transport Research International Documentation (TRID), Scopus, Medline, and Google Scolar. Data were analyzed using the process of selecting articles used utilizing the PRISMA. By presenting these findings comprehensively, this study contributes to a better understanding of child health efforts in different urban and rural environments. Physical activity interventions were effective in changing behavior and improving personality traits of children in both urban and rural areas. The importance of adaptation of intervention strategies depending on the environmental context recommends further research: Include more variables, consider psychological aspects in more depth, and explore the role of social factors in intervention success.
Keywords: Social, Health, Physical Activity, Urban and Rural
Análise prática da experiência de estagiários de Terapia Ocupacional na enfermaria de pneumologia
Authors: Carvalho Juliana Resende , Santos Beatriz Bandeira , Táparo Flávia Arantes , Melo Thainá Rodrigues , Nascimento Janaína Santos
Published: May 2024

Contextualização: Nesta análise prática, foi apresentado o relato de experiência de estagiários no estágio obrigatório na enfermaria de pneumologia do hospital universitário. Processo de intervenção/Acompanhamento: A proposta teve como viés apresentar a rotina de estágio, os objetivos da terapia ocupacional nesse contexto e as principais intervenções realizadas. Análise crítica da prática: Procurou-se relacionar a prática baseada na ocupação de construção do raciocínio terapêutico ocupacional no contexto hospitalar, abordando inseguranças no ambiente de estágio, o papel do supervisor e o domínio de habilidades na articulação entre o saber teórico-prático. Síntese das considerações: A contribuição do estágio no processo estudantil reflete na aprendizagem prática de experiências relacionadas ao raciocínio terapêutico ocupacional dentro de uma instituição profissional com caráter formativo.
A construção da subjetividade da menina negra: Terapia Ocupacional e as relações étnico raciais na escola
Authors: Gonçalves Siqueira Dandara Rayane , Alves Heliana Castro , Ambrosio Letícia
Published: May 2024

Introdução: O processo de construção da subjetividade se dá de forma complexa abarcando as relações do sujeito com o mundo. A sociedade é erigida a partir de três eixos de poder: gênero, raça e classe. Desta forma, a mulher negra e periférica está na base do sistema de opressão social, sendo impactada na intersecção destes três eixos do sistema de dominação que se refletem nas relações sociais, na produção simbólica da sociedade e na sua própria produção enquanto sujeito. Objetivos: Este estudo propõe  compreender o processo de construção da subjetividade da menina negra durante o período de socialização na escola e refletir sobre as contribuições da terapia ocupacional para a igualdade racial no contexto escolar. Metodos: Pesquisa de campo de abordagem qualitativa, realizada em uma escola estadual. Os dados foram coletados por meio de grupos focais e diários de campo das oficinas terapêuticas     -ocupacionais. Resultados: A pesquisa resultou em duas categorias: “O corpo da mulher negra: racismo, empoderamento e construção da autoestima”; “T.O com raça: oficinas de teatro, vídeos e bate-papos no processo de conscientização e expressão dos estigmas sociais”. Conclusão: A instituição escolar, enquanto microcosmo social, ainda se apresenta como um espaço reprodutor das violências raciais, apesar do importante avanço nas políticas reparatórias. As ações de uma Terapia Ocupacional engajada e crítica podem potencializar as meninas negras no entendimento e na expressão de suas histórias, no reconhecimento das injustiças e das violências sofridas e, por último, na promoção de reflexões sobre estratégias coletivas de enfrentamento ao racismo.
Study of Various Materials for Automobile Bumper: A Review
Authors: Tushar Desai  , Dr. K. H. Inamdar  , Pratik Kamble  , Faizanahmad Mujawa  , Shreyas Kadam
Published: May 2024

India leads the world in annual road fatalities (230,000), despite being a top-ten car market. This discrepancy highlights the urgent need for stricter vehicle safety regulations. While concerns regarding an 8-15% increase in car prices due to stricter standards exist, the potential for global car exports and significant lives saved outweighs these costs. This review analyses the critical role car bumpers play in mitigating accident severity. By absorbing impact energy and protecting occupants and vehicles, bumpers directly address a crucial gap in current Indian automotive safety. Implementing stringent safety regulations, including robust bumper testing programs, can significantly reduce road fatalities and injuries, aligning India's car safety standards with global best practices and fostering a safer transportation ecosystem.
A Study on Technological Advancements in Cashew Processing Machines in India
Authors: Ajiesya. D P  , Adlin. M  , Dr. Babima. M  , Jenit Hanson G
Published: May 2024

This article theoretically analyses about the “A Study on Technological Advancements in Cashew Processing Machines in India.” In addition to being a significant cash crop, cashew is one of the most valuable processed nuts traded on the world's commodity markets. Cashew is grown on 9,23,000 hectares of land in India, where it produces 613,000 MT and has a productivity of 0.7 MT/ha. With a 32.3% share, Maharashtra leads the nation in cashew output. For its kernels, it is extensively grown across the tropics. It is produced in a few plain regions of Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh as well as on the east and west coasts of India. In Maharashtra, productivity is shown to be the highest. With a 25.52% global output share, India is the world's biggest cashew producer. About 230 kg (23%) are created for every metric ton of raw cashew seed produced and processed in India. This study employed frameworks such as the SWOT and PEST analyses to analyses market trends. Though India is one of the leading producers of cashew, still they were using one of the traditional methods to processing the cashew nuts. The study enhances about the marketing strategies which should be followed to develop the cashew processing machines in India.
STARTEGI PEMASARAN DIGITAL MELALUI INSTAGRAM PADA USAHA DWI ANJANY GALLERY DALAM MENINGKATKAN PENJUALAN BERDASARKAN PERSPEKTIF EKONOMI ISLAM
Authors: Abdul Rahman Shinta
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui strategi pemasaran melalui instagram yang dilakukan Dwi Anjani Gallery dalam meningkatkan penjualan serta mengetahui bagaimana penerapan etika pemasaran islam dalam siklus bisnis Dwi Anjani Gallery. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan memanfaatkan data primer yang diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Jumlah informan dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 4 yakni pemilik dwi Anjani gallery, 2 orang tim produksi dan 1 admin sosial media Dwi Anjani gallery. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa pemanfaatan instagram sebagai media pemasaran sangat membantu promosi, pengenalan produk dan peningkatan volume penjualan. Strategi pemasaran Dwi Anjani Gallery meliputi perenacaan, pelaksnaan dan pengawasan. Selain itu, dalam penerapannya Dwi Anjani Gallery juga selalu mengedepankan prinsip-prinsip Islam seperti rabbaniyah, akhlakiyah, al-waqiyyah dan al-insaniyah yang bertujuan untuk menciptakan kepercayaan. Terbukti dengan adanya instagram sebagai media pemasaran, produk-produk buket dan mahar seserahan mengalami peningkatan volume penjualan.
GKI Gazdaságkutató Zrt.: A GKI a kormány által gondoltnál lassabb növekedésre, magasabb inflációra és nagyobb államháztartási hiányra számít
Authors: Karsai Gábor
Published: May 2024

A magyar gazdaság 2023-ban elhúzódó recessziós állapotba került, miközben az infláció az év végére jelentősen csökkent. Nagyon kedvező fordulat történt a külső egyensúlyban, de az államháztartási hiány 2022-höz képest még növekedett is. A GKI nem változtatott a tavaly decemberi, az átlagosnál amúgy is kissé pesszimistább, 2024-re 2–2,5 százalékos növekedést váró prognózisán. Inflációs előrejelzését viszont 5,5 százalékra mérsékelte, amivel másokénál így is jellemzően borúlátóbb maradt. Márciusi prognózisában viszont a decemberinél magasabb, 5 százalékos államháztartási hiányt várt, s a magyar gazdaság finanszírozási képessége is kisebb lehet (1,5 százalék körüli). A gazdaságpolitikában ugyanis a hangsúly a növekedés serkentésére helyeződik át. Ettől azonban a költségvetési források hiánya és a bizonytalan kereslet miatt csak korlátozott többletnövekedés várható, miközben az élénkítés inflációs hatású, s akadályozza az egyensúly javítását.
Budapesti Corvinus Egyetem: Recesszió utáni lassú helyreállás sokszoros bizonytalanságok között
Authors: Bod Péter Ákos , Cserháti Ilona , Keresztély Tibor , Takács Tibor
Published: May 2024

A magyar gazdasági viszonyokra 2024-ben rányomja a bélyegét a 2022 közepétől megkezdődött lassulás, majd az enyhe recesszió, amely egyszerre járt a hazai felhasználás mérséklődésével és a 2022-ben nagy hiányt jelző külső egyensúlyi mutatók javulásával. A korábbi rekordméretű áremelkedés 2023 során a gyenge hazai kereslet, a külső ártényezők és a feszesre váltó gazdaságpolitika hatására gyors dezinflációba ment át, a háztartások fogyasztása azonban óvatossági okokból a vártnál lassabban áll helyre, és a felhalmozási folyamat is tartósan gyenge. A gazdaságpolitika mozgásterét 2024 során, sőt azt követően is beszűkíti a komoly államadósság és a költségvetési deficit tartós jellege. A szükséges konszolidáció zöme az év második felére várható, a választások után, romló finanszírozási körülmények között. Ebben a törékeny üzleticiklus-szakaszban az importkereslet gyenge marad, ami ugyanakkor javít a külső egyensúlyon, és a nettó export révén hozzájárul a GDP-hez.
Értéknövelés a kulisszák mögött – a szervizprodukciók szerepe a hazai filmiparban
Authors: Vasvári Tamás , Longauer Dóra
Published: May 2024

A magyarországi filmiparban jelentős növekedés ment végbe az elmúlt évtizedben, aminek elsődleges motorjai azok a szervizprodukciók voltak, amelyek forgatását kiszervezik Magyarországra. A szervizipar elmúlt években tapasztalható jelentős felfutása az alacsonyabb gyártási költségekre, az ezekhez kapcsolódó állami támogatásokra és a jól képzett filmes szakemberállományra vezethető vissza. Az extenzív növekedést a szervizipar minőségi fejlődése is kísérte, amit az is jelez, hogy 2022-ben első alkalommal ismerték el Oscar-díjjal hazai szakember munkáját egy szervizprodukcióban nyújtott teljesítményért. Ez arra enged következtetni, hogy a külföldi és hazai stábtagok együttműködése révén a magyarországi szereplők fejlődhetnek, ami a hazai filmek minőségére is kedvezően hathat. Ez a tanulmány az IMDb (International Movie Database) adatain alapuló egyedi adatbázis felhasználásával vizsgálja a szervizprodukciók vertikális és horizontális iparági hatásait és a hazai szervizipar globális filmgyártásban betöltött szerepét. A kutatási eredmények szerint a forgatott szervizprodukciók minősége javult, azok egyre növekvő mértékben támaszkodnak hazai szakemberekre, és a vezető beosztásokban is nőtt a magyarok aránya.
Pesrpectiva discente sobre a formação em tratamento temático da informação
Authors: Oliveira Lais Pereira de
Published: May 2024

Aborda o tratamento temático da informação em sua dimensão formativa, tendo como base a visão do aluno que cursa disciplinas do eixo técnico de formação em Biblioteconomia, especificamente as dedicadas a essa vertente de representação do conteúdo documental. Objetiva analisar a percepção discente sobre o tratamento temático da informação, a partir da formação em nível de graduação bibliotecária nesse eixo. Constitui pesquisa descritiva na forma de estudo de caso, de natureza quali-quantitativa. Emprega o questionário como técnica de coleta dos dados. Os resultados demonstram que os discentes possuem experiência no processamento técnico da informação e demonstram intenção de atuação nesse âmbito, associam o tratamento temático da informação principalmente aos processos de classificação, indexação e condensação, além do que o percebem enquanto eixo individualizado na organização da informação, da mesma forma que na esfera do ensino praticado na graduação bibliotecária, mediante disciplinas especificamente detidas ao teor documental. Conclui-se que, no caso em estudo, o tratamento temático da informação é percebido pelo corpo discente em sua especificidade.
Inhibitory activity against α-amylase and glucose adsorption capacity of the aqueous decoctate of Chamaecrista nigricans (Vahl) Greene
Authors: SANOU Yacouba , OUATTARA Lassina , OUÉDRAOGO Relwendé Justin , KABRE Pawendé , SOMDA Martin Bienvenu , OUOBA Paulin , TIENDRÉBEOGO Nebnoma Romaric , OUÉDRAOGO Georges Anicet
Published: May 2024

Diabetes management involves preventing its risk factors. Inhibition of glucosidases and adsorption of excess free glucose are approaches to the prevention of postprandial hyperglycemia. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the antioxidant activity, glucose adsorption capacity, and α-amylase inhibitory activity in vitro of the aqueous extract of Chamaecrista nigricans. Determination of phenolic compounds content was performed using the Folin-Ciocalteu reagent and the aluminum chloride method was used for total flavonoids one. The glucose oxidase peroxidase kit was used to determine the adsorption capacity of glucose while the 3,5-dinitrosalicylic acid method was used to assess the inhibitory activity against α-amylase. Levels ranging from 33.87 ± 2.48 mg GAE/100 mg dry extract (DE) for total phenolic compounds and 1.98 ± 0.51 mg QE/100 mg DE for total flavonoids were observed. The adsorption capacity was correlated with the glucose concentration of the solution (r = 0.95) and was up to 36.61 μmol/g DE for a glucose concentration of 30 mM. The extract from the November collection was most active against α-amylase with IC50 = 0.17 mg DE/mL. Observations confirm the traditional use of this species as a preventive measure in recipes for the treatment of diabetes. This data provides a basis for future pharmaceutical prospecting.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage and Its Influence to the Students’ Academic Writing: A Quantitative – Correlation Investigation
Authors: Dingal Sherly Mae L , Balbin Christine Joyce P. , Buenafe Symie Gel L , Buenavista Philip Emmanuel M , Cabrera Cherlene A , Lorica Vianey Mae T , Olalo Arnie M. , Pataganao Loniecess Anthon A. , Wahing Mary Ros A , Clamares Krystal Joy M. , Pelandas Anna Marie O.
Published: May 2024

This study dealt with the artificial intelligence (AI) usage and its influence on students’ academic writing. The primary goal of the study was to determine the level of artificial intelligence (AI) usage and students’ academic writing in terms of their respective indicators, the significant difference between artificial intelligence (AI) usage and students’, and what domains of artificial intelligence (AI) substantially influenced students’ academic writing. Also, this study utilized a quantitative-correlational design with 335 participants among Junior High School and Senior High School students in Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The average weighted mean, Pearson R, and multiple regression analysis were the statistical tools used in this study. Along with this, the results showed a high level of artificial intelligence (AI) usage in terms of satisfaction, AI literacy, relevance of AI, and confidence. Likewise, results showed a high level of students’ academic writing in terms of usefulness, ease of use, and attitude towards usage. In addition, there was a high correlation, and a significant relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) usage and its influence on the students’ academic writing. Hence, this led to the rejection of the null hypothesis. The domains of artificial intelligence (AI) usage that influenced students’ academic writing are the relevance of AI, confidence, and AI literacy. While satisfaction, as a domain of artificial intelligence (AI) usage, had no significant influence on students’ academic writing. Thus, educational institutions could harness the positive influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on students’ academic writing, creating a more technologically advanced, collaborative, and effective learning environment while encouraging students to participate in AI-assisted activities contributing to better progress and improved self-regulated learning as they interacted with AI tools and their peers in an academic setting.
OCORRÊNCIA DE CASOS DE HANSENÍASE NO AMAZONAS EM UM PERÍODO RETROSPECTIVO DE 5 ANOS
Authors: Portela de Azevedo Arimatéia , Merlo Rosell Jorge Adriano , Almeida Paulain Bianca
Published: May 2024

A Hanseníase é uma doença crônica causada pelo Mycobacterium Leprae e pode infectar qualquer pessoa. Objetivo: Elencar os casos de Hanseníase no Amazonas em um período retrospectivo de cinco anos. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo retrospectivo, descritivo com um olhar quantitativos de levantamento da ocorrência de casos de Hanseníase no Amazonas em cinco anos, existentes no banco de dados da vigilância epidemiológica, publicadas no Site do hospital referência em infectologia do Amazonas, mais especificamente no ícone Vigiweb, e SINAN-NET. Resultado: Entre os anos de 2019 e 2023 foram notificados 61 casos dessa patologia no Amazonas. O periodo correspondente aos anos de 2020 à 2022 foi quando houve maior número de registros. Os meses que correspondem de abril a setembro, em todos os anos, foi o periodo com maior número de notificações.  Conclusão: O diagnóstico precoce, o tratamento oportuno e a investigação de contatos (que convivem ou conviveram, residem ou residiram) de forma prolongada com pacientes acometidos por Hanseníase, ainda são meios eficientes de prevenção.
Seismic analysis of a soil-liquid tank system using the two-step method
Authors: Huynh Van Quan
Published: May 2024

Seismic analysis of soil-structure interaction (SSI) is a challenge due to the non-linearities of soil-foundation interaction (SFI). The reliability of the design and the analysis results will suffer if SSI is ignored. In this paper, a two-step method based on the superposition theorem is used to perform a seismic analysis of a soil-foundation-tank-liquid system (soil-liquid tank system). The SFI analysis was conducted in the first step using the CyclicTP program's finite-element method. Meanwhile, the liquid tank system was analyzed in the second step using the lumped-parameter method. Numerical simulations conducted in homogeneous strata of sand soil demonstrated that the responses of the liquid tank were 24–70% higher than the results of the fixed-base model. Compared to the sway-rocking model, these responses did not differ by 20%. This study also investigated cohesive soils of homogeneous clays and multiple strata. The paper recommends that future research investigate the experimentation, the geometric nonlinearity of the soil-foundation system, and the stress-strain analysis of the tank wall