bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TD 2775 - As Medidas não tarifárias constituem barreiras ao comércio? Uma abordagem global e multissetorial
Authors: Carneiro Flavio Lyrio , Nonnenberg Marcelo José Braga , Azevedo Mateus de , Andrade Gerlane Gonçalves de , Martins Michelle Márcia Viana , Bispo Scarlett Queen Almeida , Silva João Vitor Borges da , Pedrosa Fernanda de Araújo
Published: November 2022

Este trabalho tem por objetivo analisar o efeito de medidas não tarifárias (MNTs) sobre o comércio internacional, a partir de um modelo gravitacional estrutural com 77 exportadores, 63 importadores e todos os produtos desagregados a seis dígitos do sistema harmonizado (SH). Ao contrário de boa parte dos estudos que se dedicam a este tipo de análise, optou-se por avaliar o efeito de cada tipo de medida individualmente, de maneira tão desagregada quanto possível, a dois dígitos da classificação elaborada pela United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (Unctad), totalizando 64 MNTs. Os resultados obtidos confirmam a ambiguidade esperada, encontrando tanto efeitos positivos quanto negativos, a depender do tipo de medida e da natureza do produto. A maior parte das medidas não só apresentou efeitos estatisticamente significantes, o que pode indicar sua irrelevância sobre a magnitude dos fluxos comerciais, como também pode decorrer das limitações da base de dados ou da própria metodologia adotada. Algumas MNTs apresentaram efeito negativo, incluindo algumas cujo propósito é claramente protecionista, como quota; contudo, em praticamente todos os capítulos da classificação de MNT, há tanto medidas com efeito positivo quanto negativo, de modo que, mesmo entre medidas de natureza similar, a ambiguidade permanece – o que reforça a necessidade de se examinar o efeito das medidas de maneira bastante desagregada, sob pena de se encontrarem resultados espúrios ao se agregarem, a uma mesma variável indicadora, medidas que tenham efeitos em direções distintas.
TD 2778 - O Sistema tributário da China : um olhar a partir do Brasil
Authors: Nunes Ticiana Gabrielle Amaral
Published: November 2022

Este estudo descreve o sistema tributário da República Popular da China, bem como as medidas tributárias adotadas no combate à crise da covid-19, que foram reduções e adiamentos do imposto sobre o valor adicionado (IVA) e deduções do imposto de renda corporativo (Corporate Income Tax – CIT). A China possui um sistema tributário em sua maior parte em linha com os padrões internacionais, possuindo uma agência unificada e descentralizada para administração tributária. O IVA é nacional com alíquotas simplificadas, bem como há um imposto específico sobre o consumo de certos bens (combustíveis, cigarros, bebidas etc.). O imposto de renda individual é dual, sendo progressivo sobre o trabalho e proporcional sobre dividendos e ganhos de capital. As contribuições sociais têm sido cada vez mais abrangentes, mas falta solidariedade, tendendo a beneficiar os trabalhadores formais. Todavia, os impostos locais são complexos, existindo várias taxas urbanas e sobre aquisição de propriedade. Além disso, falta um imposto recorrente sobre a propriedade imobiliária, heranças e doações e sobre a riqueza líquida. O estudo conclui que a China deve adotar mecanismos de maior progressividade em seu sistema tributário devido ao aumento da desigualdade, intensificada no pós-pandemia.
TD 2782 - Um Modelo para projeção de arrecadação tributária dos entes subnacionais
Authors: Mendonça Mario Jorge Cardoso de , Nascimento Igor Ferreira do , Medrano Luis Alberto
Published: November 2022

A previsão de receitas governamentais é de extrema relevância para uma adequada execução orçamentária, pois uma boa acurácia na estimação permite que seja estipulado um nível de despesa que atenda as demandas da população. Utilizando-se os dados divulgados pelo Conselho Nacional de Política Fazendária (Confaz), este estudo tem por objetivo geral realizar projeções mensais da arrecadação tributária estadual desagregada com o uso do modelo fatorial dinâmico. Essas projeções são condicionadas aos cenários macroeconômicos oficiais de médio prazo relacionados a preços e atividade econômica. Os resultados obtidos foram razoáveis, ficando o erro percentual acumulado para seis meses em torno de 10% – considerando-se amostra composta de mais de quatrocentas séries contendo padrões de tendência e sazonalidade bastante dispares, além de problema de quebra estrutural, erro de medida, dados faltantes etc. Este estudo apresenta uma proposta de projeções de arrecadação tributária estadual que beneficiará os gestores públicos no planejamento fiscal.
COVID-19 Pandemic in Schools: An Exploration of the Self-Efficacy of Beginner Teachers in Qwaqwa
Authors: Ndabankulu Amanda , Muller Marguerite , Tsotetsi Cias T.
Published: November 2022

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, schools in South Africa would have lost a considerable percentage of the annual school curriculum by the end of the lockdown. The Department of Basic Education had to work out plans for curriculum recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic. The proposed plan was to gradual reopening schools using the “Phasing in Approach”. This study explored the Self-Efficacy of beginner teachers in Qwaqwa schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. Informed by Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory, we used the qualitative research approach and generated data through semi-structured interviews. The telephonic interviews were conducted in two different phases; the first (T1) was in January 2021, and the second (T2) was in August 2021. We interviewed 5 participants of beginner teachers in the Qwaqwa town of the Thabo-Mofutsanyane district. The finding showed that beginner teachers had very high levels of self-efficacy, as they were able to face the challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some identified challenges had many classes to teach, and the curriculum coverage was disturbed. On a positive note, the class size was reduced. This study recommended that the Department of Basic Education attend to the issues of overcrowding in schools and the lack of sources, especially in rural schools, as these were the main challenges of beginner teachers. This paper contributes to the existing literature on how beginner teachers’ self-efficacy helped them overcome challenges during the pandemic.

Keywords: COVID-19 pandemic, Beginner teachers, Self-efficacy, Social cognitive theory
Sikap Waspada terhadap Cinta Uang Berdasarkan 1 Timotius 6:9-10 pada Pelaku Investasi Saham
Authors: Ermiyati Ermiyati , Tamtomo Setya Budi , Sumiwi Asih Rachmani Endang
Published: November 2022

One of the responsibilities of humans towards themselves and their families is to provide for themselves and their families by working to earn money. Another effort that humans make to meet their financial needs is by investing in stocks as savings in the future. Stock investment does promise profits, but on the other hand it can ensnare people to the love of money. By analyzing 1 Timothy 6:9-10 according to hermeneutic principles, this study aims to explain the meaning of love of money according to 1 Timothy 6:9-10 and explain awareness of the love of money based on 1 Timothy 6:9-10 for stock investors. The results of this study, the love of money is inclined towards wealth and means chasing money by justifying all means. Stock investors need to be vigilant when investing in stocks so as not to incline their hearts to the wealth of investment results.Salah satu tanggung jawab manusia terhadap dirinya dan keluarga adalah mencukupi kebutuhan diri maupun keluarganya dengan cara bekerja untuk mendapatkan uang. Usaha lain yang dilakukan manusia untuk mencukupi kebutuhan keuangannya adalah dengan cara melakukan investasi saham sebagai tabungan di masa depan. Investasi saham memang menjanjikan keuntungan, tetapi di sisi lain dapat menjerat orang kepada cinta uang. Dengan menganalisis 1 Timotius 6:9-10 sesuai prinsip-prinsip hermeneutika, penelitian ini bertujuan menjelaskan arti cinta uang menurut 1 Timotius 6:9-10 dan menjelaskan kewaspadaan terhadap cinta akan uang berdasarkan 1 Timotius 6:9-10 pada pelaku investasi saham. Hasil dari penelitian ini, cinta uang adalah mencondongkan hati kepada kekayaan dan berarti memburu uang dengan menghalalkan segala cara. Pelaku investasi saham perlu waspada ketika melakukan investasi saham agar tidak mencondongkan hati kepada kekayaan hasil investasi.
Measuring the Orbits of the Arches and Quintuplet Clusters Using HST and Gaia: Exploring Scenarios for Star Formation near the Galactic Center
Authors: Hosek Matthew W. , Do Tuan , Lu Jessica R. , Morris Mark R. , Ghez Andrea M. , Martinez Gregory D. , Anderson Jay
Published: November 2022

We present new absolute proper-motion measurements for the Arches and Quintuplet clusters, two young massive star clusters near the Galactic center. Using multiepoch HST observations, we construct proper-motion catalogs for the Arches (∼35,000 stars) and Quintuplet (∼40,000 stars) fields in ICRF coordinates established using stars in common with the Gaia EDR3 catalog. The bulk proper motions of the clusters are measured to be (μ

α*, μ

δ
) = (−0.80 ± 0.032, −1.89 ± 0.021) mas yr−1 for the Arches and (μ

α*, μ

δ
) = (−0.96 ± 0.032, −2.29 ± 0.023) mas yr−1 for the Quintuplet, achieving ≳5× higher precision than past measurements. We place the first constraints on the properties of the cluster orbits that incorporate the uncertainty in their current line-of-sight distances. The clusters will not approach closer than ∼25 pc to Sgr A*, making it unlikely that they will inspiral into the nuclear star cluster within their lifetime. Further, the cluster orbits are not consistent with being circular; the average value of r
apo/r
peri is ∼1.9 (equivalent to an eccentricity of ∼0.31) for both clusters. Lastly, we find that the clusters do not share a common orbit, challenging one proposed formation scenario in which the clusters formed from molecular clouds on the open stream orbit derived by Kruijssen et al. Meanwhile, our constraints on the birth location and velocity of the clusters offer mild support for a scenario in which the clusters formed via collisions between gas clouds on the x
1 and x
2 bar orbit families.
A Generalized Analytical Model for Thermal and Bulk Comptonization in Accretion-powered X-Ray Pulsars
Authors: Becker Peter A. , Wolff Michael T.
Published: November 2022

We develop a new theoretical model describing the formation of the radiation spectrum in accretion-powered X-ray pulsars as a result of bulk and thermal Comptonization of photons in the accretion column. The new model extends the previous model developed by the authors in four ways: (1) we utilize a conical rather than cylindrical geometry; (2) the radiation components emitted from the column wall and the column top are computed separately; (3) the model allows for a nonzero impact velocity at the stellar surface; and (4) the velocity profile of the gas merges with Newtonian freefall far from the star. We show that these extensions allow the new model to simulate sources over a wide range of accretion rates. The model is based on a rigorous mathematical approach in which we obtain an exact series solution for the Green’s function describing the reprocessing of monochromatic seed photons. Emergent spectra are then computed by convolving the Green’s function with bremsstrahlung, cyclotron, and blackbody photon sources. The range of the new model is demonstrated via applications to the high-luminosity source Her X-1, and the low-luminosity source X Per. The new model suggests that the observed increase in spectral hardness associated with increasing luminosity in Her X-1 may be due to a decrease in the surface impact velocity, which increases the PdV work done on the radiation field by the gas.
Effective Inspiral Spin Distribution of Primordial Black Hole Binaries
Authors: Koga Yasutaka , Harada Tomohiro , Tada Yuichiro , Yokoyama Shuichiro , Yoo Chul-Moon
Published: November 2022

We investigate the probability distribution of the effective inspiral spin, the mass ratio, and the chirp mass of primordial black hole (PBH) binaries, incorporating the effect of the critical phenomena of gravitational collapse. As a leading order estimation, each binary is assumed to be formed from two PBHs that are randomly chosen according to the probability distribution of single PBHs, and the accretion effects on the mass and spin of each PBH are not considered for simplicity. We find that, although the critical phenomena can lead to large spins on the low-mass tail, the effective inspiral spin of the binary is statistically very small,

〈

χ

e

f

f

2

〉

∼

10

−
3

. We also see that there is almost no anticorrelation between the effective inspiral spin and the mass ratio, which can be inferred from observations.
Correlation between the Degree of Glycocalyx Damage and the Incidence of Acute Kidney Injury in Sepsis Patients in the Intensive Care Unit: A Review of Syndecan-1 and sICAM-1
Authors: Nurdin Haizah , Arif Syafri Kamsul , Tanra A. Husni , Ahmad Muh. Ramli , Wiryana Made , Massi Muh. Nasrum , Rasyid Haerani , Bukhari Agussalim
Published: November 2022

Abstracts
Objective: This study aims to know the correlation between the degree of glycocalyx damage and the incidence of Acute Renal Injury (AKI) in sepsis patients in the intensive care unit. In this study, a review of Syndecan-1 and sICAM-1 marker represented the severity of glycocalyx damage. Furthermore, the researchers wanted to see whether this marker in the serum of septic patients could predict the occurrence of AKI in the future of septic patients in the ICU.
Design: This study is a prospective cohort nested-case control study, a case-control study conducted in a cohort population.
Setting: This research has been carried out in the ICU, both RSPTN UNHAS and Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Makassar. Syndecan-1 and sICAM-1 examination was carried out in the Hasanuddin University Hospital laboratory.
Patients and participants: The sample was taken from septic patients treated in the ICU of RSPTN UNHAS and Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Makassar admitted in January 2021. The sample selection was carried out consecutively, namely the selection of respondents based on the arrival of patients treated in the ICU until fulfilled.
Measurement and Results: Data analysis in this study used the Mann-Whitney and Unpaired T-test. There was a significant difference in serum syndecan-1 levels between the two groups on day 0 and day 3 of ICU admission and changes from day 0 to day three. However, there was no significant relationship between sICAM-1 level in the two groups on day 0 and day 3 of ICU admission likewise its changes. Changes in syndecan-1 levels between the two groups were significantly different through the unpaired T-test.
Conclusions: In this study, syndecan-1 levels can be used to predict the occurrence of AKI in the future for septic patients, while sICAM-1 is not statistically significant in predicting the occurrence of AKI among septic patients. Syndecan-1 is vital in the glycocalyx damage and helps predict clinical outcomes in patients with AKI.
Restructuring of Gynecology-Obstetric Services Provision Based on Diagnosis-Related Groups Model
Authors: Seistrajkova Marija , Milevska Kostova Neda , Oreskovic Stjepan
Published: November 2022

The implementation of the Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) model in public hospitals in North Macedonia started in 2009. Purposes were data collection, cost management, standardization of services and budget allocation. Of all DRG-coded health services, about 25% are related to gynecology/obstetric and neonatology. Aim of this research was to investigate, analyze and evaluate possible restructuring of gynecology-obstetric services on a national level using the existing DRG model in place, focused on deliveries as a benchmark for service provision. We used the Health Insurance Fund DRG database for health services, populated online by medical professionals. Data was retrieved retrospectively for the period 2015-2019, with focus on 2018 as mid-point year. Statistical methods were used to describe the structure of the gynecology/obstetric and delivery services as per the DRG model. Results showed poor structure of the health network for organized provision of delivery service. Transfers to other health facilities (about 18%) and transfers towards tertiary health care (about 22%) showed low capacity of coping with the demand for provision of services (deliveries). Simulation model presents possible restructuring of services and improved hospitals’ efficiency.
The Suffering Experiences: Family Caregiver of Home Based Palliative Care in Malaysia
Authors: Albert Wanda Kiyah George , Fahrudin Adi , Lindong Steward , Yusuf Husmiati
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND: Caring for a family member who has advanced cancer and is nearing the end of their life comes with a slew of concerns and obstacles for the caregiver. A thorough understanding of the hardships and tribulations of caregiving may be a step toward resolving the issues that these patients’ family caregivers confront.

AIM: The present study aimed to explore the suffering experienced faced by Malaysian family member who has advanced cancer and is nearing the end of their life.

MATERIALS: The present qualitative study was conducted through in-depth semi-structured interviews held with seven family caregivers of cancer patients selected through purposive sampling. Interviews continued until the saturation of data. All interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed through conventional content analysis.

RESULTS: The codes extracted from interviews produced five main themes, including empathic suffering, powerless and hopeless suffering, predictive suffering, compliance suffering, and barriers’ wrath, which collectively caused suffering for family caregivers.

CONCLUSION: Care provided in an atmosphere of suffering and discontent diminishes the caregiver’s quality of life and quality of patient care. Health planners should therefore consider the challenges and sufferings faced by family caregivers and should seek to obviate them through plans.
Some Echocardiographic Indicators as Probable Predictors of Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence in Patients with Arterial Hypertension after Catheter Ablation
Authors: Blyalova Dariga , Baidurin Serik , Marinskis Germanas , Nuralinov Omirbek , Ivanova-Razumova Tatyana , Balmukhamedova Zhanar , Abdrakhmanov Ayan
Published: November 2022

The work is devoted to the study of possible predictors of atrial fibrillation (AF) recurrence after interventional procedures.
Purpose: to study the echocardiographic predictors of AF recurrence in patients with arterial hypertension after pulmonary veins catheter ablation.
Paraphlomis hsiwenii (Lamiaceae), a new species from the limestone area of Guangxi, China
Authors: Chen Ya-Ping , Xiao Jin-Fei , Xiang Chun-Lei , Li Xiong
Published: November 2022

The indumentum of nutlets is shown to be of phylogenetic importance in previous molecular phylogenetic studies of Paraphlomis, a genus of Lamiaceae with approximately 30 species distributed mainly in southern China and Southeast Asia. Nearly half the species of Paraphlomis are known from limestone areas. In this study, we described and illustrated a new species, P. hsiwenii, from the karst mountain forests in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. Our molecular phylogenetic analyses revealed that P. hsiwenii is recovered in a clade consisting of species with hairy nutlets. The new species is morphologically most similar to P. pagantha from the same clade, but they differ in the morphology of lamina bases, length of pedicels and calyces, as well as the morphology of upper corolla lips.
Sensorialité : les thérapies familiales psychanalytiques en ligne lors du confinement
Authors: Baruch Florence , Lopez-Minotti Véronique
Published: November 2022

Sensorialité et espaces sont bousculés en Thérapie familiale en distanciel, les auteures en analysent les effets à partir de quelques séances de TFP. En l’absence des corps en présence, elles montrent une mobilisation d’une certaine sensorialité, traces de dépôts archaïques, accentuée par l’alternance du dispositif. Un travail hallucinatoire infiltre les échanges. La TFP en visio induit des processus transférentiels spécifiques à partir de l’autoréflexivité du regard, prémices des premiers liens se manifestant à l’écran. Elles constatent que les changements d’espaces liés au setting incluant l’ordinateur, interrogent la projection de l’image du corps familial. Au sein du néo-groupe la corporéité est engagée. La TFP en visio accélère l’expression de traumas anciens.
Économies du Sud : toujours sous conditions néolibérales ?
Authors: Ghosh Jayati , Bidelot Charline
Published: November 2022

Les conditionnalités des programmes d’allègement de la dette extérieure des pays en développement sont généralement aveugles au genre. Or les effets des programmes d’austérité qu’elles imposent contribuent à la précarisation de la situation des femmes dans leurs différents rôles économiques et sociaux. L’attention au genre ne devrait pas se limiter à des mesures ciblées, mais déterminer la nature même des réformes économiques.
Moderate intensity continuous and interval training affect visceral fat and insulin resistance model in female rat exposed high calorie diet
Authors: Riyono A. , Tinduh D. , Othman Z. , Herawati L.
Published: November 2022

Chronic high-calorie diet (HCD) combined with physical inactivity promotes obesity and insulin resistance (IR). This study aimed to analyse the comparable effect of moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT) and moderate-intensity interval training (MIIT) on visceral fat weight and IR in subjects exposed to HCD. This randomised post-test research used only a control group design with female rats (Wistar norvegicus), 8 weeks old and 100-200 g of bodyweight. They were randomly divided into four groups: standard diet group (C), HCD group (C1), HCD combined with MICT group (C2) and HCD combined with MIIT group (C3). Each group consisted of six rats. HCD consisted ofad libitumstandard diet plus dextrose solution by oral gavage for 4 weeks. The MICT was conducted by swimming plus 6% load of body weight for 10 min in the first week, for 20 min in the second week and 30 min in the third and fourth week. The MIIT was conducted by swimming in a ratio between swimming and rest time at 2:1 plus 6% load of BW, performed 5×/week for 4 weeks, and increased progressively. The mean body weight pre-intervention was 152.79±13.280 g and 150.12±9.195 g post-intervention (P=0.115). The mean fasting blood glucose pre-intervention was 79±8.668 mg/dl, and post-intervention 86.29±12.142 mg/dl (P=0.142). The mean visceral fat weight between C (1.94±0.66 g), C1(1.45±0.47 g), C2(1.41±0.44 g), and C3(1.22±0.59 g) was not significant (P=0.179). The mean triglyceride level for C (173.33±30.30 mg/dl), C1(157.16±47.32 mg/dl), C2(112.83±25.49 mg/dl), and C3(80.33±23.47 mg/dl) was significant (P=0.000). The mean IR model for C (4.796±0.070), C1(4.728±0.125), C2(4.620±0.123), C3(4.360±0.143) was significant (P=0.000). In conclusion, both MICT and MIIT have an effect to improve IR and TG. The MIIT was more effective to improve IR compared to MICT in the female rats exposed to an HCD.
A short-term hindlimb massage programme can improve gait symmetry in riding school horses
Authors: Mabbutt C. , Yarnell K. , de Godoy R. Ferro
Published: November 2022

Musculoskeletal injuries have been reported to be the main contributor to the interruption or dismissal of a horse’s athletic career. The muscles are responsible for the production of forces involved in movement, yet the muscles are often overlooked with regards to pre/rehabilitation. The use of massage therapy as part of a training programme is becoming increasingly popular. The beneficial effects of massage have been widely researched, though much of the research is on the immediate effects, and consistency between studies is lacking. This study was a preliminary investigation into the effects of a short-term massage programme on the gait parameters of riding school horses. 15 clinically sound riding school horses of different breed, age and height were used in a controlled, blind study. The horses were divided in to three groups of five ensuring a mixture of height, breed and age. Group Massage received a 10 min massage at each side on the proximal hindlimb, once a week for three weeks. Group Sham received 10 min groom at each side on the proximal hindlimb, once a week for three weeks; and the Control Group has received no treatment. Gait analysis was conducted on days 1 and 28. In walk, a significant improvement in stride length symmetry index (SI) (P=0.043) and protraction SI (P=0.0043) was found for the Massage Group, with hock flexion SI significantly better for the Massage Group at day 28 (P=0.03). At trot and canter, hock flexion SI was improved in Group Massage (P=0.003 and P=0.024, respectively). A short-term massage programme to the proximal hindlimb improved gait symmetry, particularly hock flexion SI, within riding school horses. An appropriate dosage level for particular results needs to be determined in order to effectively utilise massage within a training programme. Further studies analysing kinetic parameters alongside kinematic parameters will enable further conclusions to be drawn.
Relationship between synoptic circulations and the spatial distributions of rainfall in Zimbabwe
Authors: Ibebuchi Chibuike Chiedozie , Abu Itohan-Osa
Published: November 2022

This study examines how the atmospheric circulation patterns in Africa south of the equator govern the spatial distribution of precipitation in Zimbabwe. The moisture circulation patterns are designated by an ample set of eight classified circulation types (CTs). Here it is shown that all wet CTs over Zimbabwe features enhanced cyclonic/convective activity in the southwest Indian Ocean. Therefore, enhanced moisture availability in the southwest Indian Ocean is necessary for rainfall formation in parts of Zimbabwe. The wettest CT in Zimbabwe is characterized by a ridging South Atlantic Ocean high-pressure, south of South Africa, driving an abundance of southeast moisture fluxes, from the southwest Indian Ocean into Zimbabwe. Due to the proximity of Zimbabwe to the Agulhas and Mozambique warm current, the activity of the ridging South Atlantic Ocean anticyclone is a dominant synoptic feature that favors above-average rainfall in Zimbabwe. Also, coupled with a weaker state of the Mascarene high, it is shown that a ridging South Atlantic Ocean high-pressure, south of South Africa, can be favorable for the southwest movement of tropical cyclones into the eastern coastal landmasses resulting in above-average rainfall in Zimbabwe. The driest CT is characterized by the northward track of the Southern Hemisphere mid-latitude cyclones leading to enhanced westerly fluxes in the southwest Indian Ocean, limiting moist southeast winds into Zimbabwe.
An improved MOPSO approach with adaptive strategy for identifying biomarkers from gene expression dataset
Authors: Wang Shuaiqun , Zhang Tianshun , Kong Wei , Wen Gen , Yu Yaling
Published: November 2022

Biomarkers plays an important role in the prediction and diagnosis of cancers. Therefore, it is urgent to design effective methods to extract biomarkers. The corresponding pathway information of the microarray gene expression data can be obtained from public database, which makes possible to identify biomarkers based on pathway information and has been attracted extensive attention. In the most existing methods, all the member genes in the same pathway are regarded as equally important for inferring pathway activity. However, the contribution of each gene should be different in the process of inferring pathway activity. In this research, an improved multi-objective particle swarm optimization algorithm with penalty boundary intersection decomposition mechanism (IMOPSO-PBI) has been proposed to quantify the relevance of each gene in pathway activity inference. In the proposed algorithm, two optimization objectives namely t-score and z-score respectively has been introduced. In addition, in order to solve the problem that optimal set with poor diversity in the most multi-objective optimization algorithms, an adaptive mechanism for adjusting penalty parameters based on PBI decomposition has been introduced. The performance of the proposed IMOPSO-PBI approach compared with some existing methods on six gene expression datasets has been given. To verify the effectiveness of the proposed IMOPSO-PBI algorithm, experiments were carried out on six gene datasets and the results has been compared with the existing methods. The comparative experiment results show that the proposed IMOPSO-PBI method has a higher classification accuracy and the extracted feature genes are verified possess biological significance.
Entre el spolium medieval y el legado histórico. La recepción del coro de los hermanos Cueman a través de los siglos
Authors: Fuentes Ortiz Ángel , Chicote Pompanin María Teresa
Published: November 2022

El objetivo de este artículo es arrojar luz sobre las maneras en que las piezas medievales eran reelaboradas y re-exhibidas en nuevos contextos durante la Edad Moderna como si fuesen spolia de un pasado memorable. Así, se toma la historia material del coro de la Catedral de Cuenca como ejemplo para establecer conexiones con otros contextos culturales y artísticos y demostrar que ciertos objetos medievales adquirían connotaciones históricas que la gente entendía y aprovechaba a lo largo de los siglos. Además, tras desvelar la compleja serie de campañas de renovación que dicho coro sufrió desde la década de 1470 hasta el siglo XVIII, se presenta una hipótesis que identifica los restos materiales de la primera sillería creada por los hermanos Hanequín de Bruselas y Egas Cueman a mediados del siglo XV y explica por qué esta tuvo que ser renovada muy poco tiempo después de su creación.
Más allá de su taller: una aproximación a la vida y obra de Luisa Butler Pastor (1901-1978)
Authors: Rodríguez Álvarez José Manuel
Published: November 2022

Luisa Butler Pastor inicia una carrera artística profesional en 1936 que, interrumpida por la Guerra Civil, se prolonga hasta mediados de los años cincuenta. Sus formas y temáticas tradicionales son bien acogidas en la posguerra, momento en el que desarrolla el grueso de su obra, integrado por trabajos autónomos, ephemera, e ilustraciones para libros y revistas, su principal campo de actuación. Además, tiene cierta presencia en la escena artística y cultural del Madrid de la época a través de su participación en tertulias, certámenes artísticos e iniciativas de carácter asociativo.
International Students and Autonomy in Service-Learning English for Academic Purposes Courses
Authors: Orlando Honnor , Ene Estela
Published: November 2022

Finding an answer to the effectiveness of autonomous learning in contrast to traditional forms of teacher-directed learning has significant pedagogical ramifications. Our study sheds light on the effects of increased autonomy in SL on the development of students and the role of the instructor. Furthermore, we focus on international student experiences in order to understand the ramifications for their development, in the context of increased internationalization. Our study compares autonomous (self-directed) and instructor- (other-directed) groups of students who engaged in SL as part of a university-level English language course. We collected data from 143 students’ pre- and post-service surveys over 8 semesters. Both other-directed and self-directed groups benefited from the SL experience, suggesting that students can develop holistically in a SL English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course. Other-directed students appeared to benefit more in terms of learning about specific social issues, service, and the target communities. Self-directedness was associated with perceived language gains more than other-directedness. Due to its potential to support the multi-dimensional development of international students, we recommend SL EAP and make pedagogical suggestions.
Application of GPR technology in moisture content detection of stored grain
Authors: Cui Fan , Dong Guoqi , Chen Baiping , Yong Penglin , Peng Suping
Published: November 2022

How to detect grain moisture content storage inefficiently, non-destructively, and quickly is a critical task in the storage process of the modern grain industry. The influence of media with different moisture content on the propagation and attenuation of electromagnetic wave energy is the premise and basis for applying electromagnetic wave technology in detecting grain moisture content. To explore the applicability of electromagnetic wave technology in detecting grain moisture content, we used ground penetrating radar (GPR) technology and auto regressive and moving average (ARMA) power spectrum analysis method to detect and study the moisture content of the typical national grain depots and local grain depots. The results show that GPR technology could realize the moisture content of stored grains and solve the problems of detection distance, non-destructive, and detection dead ends. Compared with the actual test data, the correlation is above 90%, the error can be controlled within 0.5%, and the measurement accuracy is higher, within ±0.3%. The continuous distribution profile of stored grain moisture content was obtained using the ARMA method. The moisture content distribution range of the rice barn was 10-14%, showing the regularity of the moisture content distribution in the middle layer > upper-middle layer > lower-middle layer > bottom layer > grain surface layer. It indicates that the GPR technology has particular advantages in food safety detection and provides data support for real-time detection of food storage safety.
‘Stop killing us without witness’: Analyses of Rawls’s theory of justice within the context of jungle justice in Nigeria in the light of Deuteronomy 19:15–21
Authors: Eze Virginus U.
Published: November 2022

This research examined the increasing human rights abuses, reminiscent of jungle justice, in Nigeria in the light of John Rawls’s theory of justice and Deuteronomy 19:15–21. The legal code contained in Deuteronomy was Moses’s instruction to his people when it became obvious that he was old and could not enter the promised land. This legal code found in the study text can serve as a model to any nation saddled with the social vices of jungle justice. Jungle justice means a group of people discharging judgement against an accused person or suspect without going through either the legal process of taking the person to court or waiting for any security agency in charge. These cases of killings without trial reflect on Nigerian society. This research employs Rawls’s theory of justice. As the study text is Moses’s farewell speech, this study employed rhetorical analyses in study of the biblical text and used descriptive analysis in the study of jungle justice in Nigeria. The target population of this study is Christians in Nigeria. Furthermore, the article used secondary data such as Bible dictionaries, concordances, encyclopaedias, journal articles, magazines and newspapers. However, the study’s findings revealed that the scandal of jungle justice has continued because judgement is based on one witness alone. In addition, legal cases are not taken to the court where they are decided. In addition, judges take bribe and derail justice especially against the poor, hence they do not make diligent inquiries before giving their judgement. Rawls’s theory of justice and Deuteronomy 19:15–21 provide a lucid response to this bizarre situation of human rights abuses.Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: This article contributes to scholarship as it provides a new dimension of scholarly discussion on the issue of human rights abuses on record in Nigeria. Again, this article provides a lucid exploration of Deuteronomy 19:15–21 and uses its hermeneutical propagation of more than one witness before adjudicating a case against any criminal suspect as a solution to this spate of human right abuses.
Effect of Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy on Metabolic Control and Systemic Inflammatory Markers in Patients of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus with Stage III Periodontitis
Authors: Kolte Rajashri Abhay , Kolte Abhay Pandurang , Bawankar Pranjali Vijaykumar , Bajaj Vinisha A.
Published: November 2022

Background:

A reciprocal relationship is understood to exist between periodontal disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and this intervention study aimed to evaluate the effects of nonsurgical periodontal therapy (NSPT) on metabolic control, systemic inflammation, and cytokines in patients of T2DM with Stage III periodontitis.

Materials and Methods:

Sixty patients of T2DM with Stage III periodontitis were divided equally into two groups: intervention group (IG) and control group. Clinical parameters such as bleeding on probing (BOP), probing pocket depth (PPD), and clinical attachment level (CAL) were recorded at baseline and 3 and 6 months, and the serum samples were collected and processed at baseline and 6 months following NSPT to evaluate fasting plasma glucose, Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c), interleukin-10 (IL-10), tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and high-sensitivity capsule-reactive protein (hs-CRP).

Results:

The results indicated a significant improvement in clinical parameters of PPD and CAL 6 months after NSPT (P = 0.005) in both the groups. However, a significant decrease (P < 0.0001) in the TNF-α, hs-CRP, blood glucose, and HbA1c levels was seen after NSPT. On the other hand, an increase in anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10 was observed after NSPT in the IG. The changes in the pretreatment and posttreatment levels of all clinical, biochemical, and metabolic parameters, were found to be significant in both the groups except BOP.

Conclusion:

NSPT effectively improves periodontal condition, systemic inflammatory status, and glycemic control in patients of T2DM with Stage III periodontitis and decreases hs-CRP levels.
Role of Pleural Fluid “Cell Block” in Malignant Pleural Effusion
Authors: Patil Shital , Toshniwal Sham , Rujuta Ayachit
Published: November 2022

Background:

Malignant pleural effusion missed routinely because of less diagnostic yield of conventional fluid cytology.

Materials and Methods:

Prospective multicentric study conducted during January 2014 to June 2016 in Venkatesh chest hospital, and Pulmonary Medicine, MIMSR medical college Latur, to find diagnostic yield of conventional pleural fluid cytology and pleural fluid “cell block” in malignant pleural effusion and compare yield of pleural fluid cell block with conventional cytology technique. The study included 200 cases of unexplained, exudative pleural effusion with Adenosine deaminase (ADA) ≤30/IU/l and pleural fluid cytology is either positive for malignant cell with or without cell type differentiation, or cytology suspicious for malignant cell. All cases were subjected to cell block preparation. Statistical analysis was done by using Chi-test.

Observation and Analysis:

In study of 200 cases, mean age of group was 68 ± 9.5 years and adenocarcinoma was predominant malignancy in 72% cases, mesothelioma in 10% cases, squamous cell carcinoma in 7% cases and 9% cases were having primary tumor outside the thoracic cavity. In study cases, pleural fluid cytology was positive in 42% cases (84/200), and pleural fluid cell block was positive in 96% cases (192/200) in detecting malignant pleural effusion (P < 0.0001). Remaining six and two cases were diagnosed by using image-guided and thoracoscopy-guided pleural biopsies, respectively. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) was done in all pleural fluid cell block preparation for calretinin, cytokeratin, and epidermal growth factor receptor.

Conclusion:

Pleural fluid cell block is sensitive, superior, cost-effective, and specific diagnostic method over conventional pleural fluid cytology. “Cell block” specimens are enough for primary diagnosis and IHC analysis necessary for cell typing. It will decrease the need for more invasive and costlier diagnostic methods like thoracoscopy and image-guided pleural biopsies. We recommend cell block for every exudative pleural fluid samples with ADA <30 IU/l.
Combined Welsh and Modified Ramam Regimen in the Management of an Actinomycetoma Patient with Sulfonamide Drug Sensitivity
Authors: Geetha K.
Published: November 2022

Mycetoma is a chronic, suppurative granulomatous infection which has been declared as a neglected tropical disease by the World Health Organization. The clinical manifestations include the classical triad of swelling, sinus tracts, and discharge. It is of two types, eumycetoma (true fungi) or actinomycetoma (filamentous aerobic bacteria), and is more prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas. Here is a case report of mycetoma patient who presented to the outpatient department with the classical triad of symptoms. Histopathological confirmation of actinomycetoma was made and started with Welsh regimen. As he developed drug sensitivity to cotrimoxazole, it was stopped. He was continued with amikacin as per Welsh regimen along with doxycycline 100 mg twice daily instead of cotrimoxazole for 3 cycles with complete cure. Regular monitoring with hemogram, renal function tests, and audiogram were done before and after each cycle. There are multiple reports of treatment of actinomycetoma by various antibiotics such as cotrimoxazole, dapsone, streptomycin, trimethoprim, rifampicin, and amoxicillin–clavulanic acid combination. This case report highlights the importance of individualization of treatment regimen based on the clinical scenario.
Design of civil aviation security check passenger identification system based on residual convolution network
Authors: Zhang Ning , Liang Youcheng , Ambati Loknath Sai
Published: November 2022

INTRODUCTION: A civil aviation security check passenger identification system based on residual convolution network is designed to improve the efficiency of airport passenger security check service.
OBJECTIVES: The system uses the basic resource layer to provide communication and configuration services, collects the basic information of passengers, the images of passengers' faces and whole body, and the images of baggage security X-ray machine through the data layer, and stores the collected results in the unstructured database;
METHODS: The image processing module of the business service layer calls the data in the database, and takes the STM32F103VBT6 microprocessor as the image processing control chip to complete the image data processing. The person, baggage, X-ray machine image and passenger basic information are associated through the person, baggage and X-ray machine information binding service module, and the association results are uploaded to the person and certificates integration unit of the client application layer.
RESULTS: The face recognition module identifies the passenger identity through the residual convolution network with the attention mechanism, and realizes the ReID identification of passengers and baggage and the association of people and baggage through the transmission control unit.
CONCLUSION: The experimental results show that the system can accurately identify the identity of civil aviation security passengers, and the identification efficiency of security passengers can reach more than 27 frames per second.
An Investigation on Demonic influences on human beings: Demonic Oppression or Demonic Possession: The Role of the Holy Spirit
Authors: Harold Prof. Dr Godfrey , Nel Rev. Euginio
Published: November 2022

It is not always easy when first approaching a troubled person to know the source of their distress. For instance, how does one differentiate between demonic possession and demonic oppression? Is there a difference? This article contends that there is a difference, and an explanation of this will be presented in this chapter. The article will probe the differences between demonic influence and psychological disorders because they can present with similar symptoms. It will also highlight the importance of considering the possibility of prior occultic involvement by seemingly mentally ill persons during counselling. In this article, attention will be given to the central and indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in discerning the presence of demonic activity in any given situation. Certain key occultic terms and practices will be unpacked to inform and empower helpers in their bid to facilitate the deliverance of occult dabblers from bondage, with special consideration given to witchcraft due to its unfortunate prevalence in the African context. In this article, a literature review methodology is employed.
Social Injustice in Amos 5 and its Implications for the Contemporary Society
Authors: Adegboyega J.A.
Published: November 2022

Amos, a simple herdsman from Tekoa, asserted that he was not a professional prophet but had rather come to the norther state of Israel at the behest of Yahweh. This article is a biblical response to social injustice in the contemporary society through an exegetical study of Amos 5.
The study drew inferences from Amos 5 as panaceas to the problems of injustice and deprivation of the poor. Injustice is one of the major problems that is confronting the society, because injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Amos thus rebuked the many sins of the people and he stated how the LORD would punish them. The aim of this study was to examine the concept of social injustice in Yahweh’s response in order to give the biblical understanding of the concept in promoting justice and peace. The approach for this study is exegetical. The findings reveal that
any unjust act as well as its perpetrator will not go unpunished. Also, the LORD demanded righteousness, love and justice. This article recommends that nations, the Church and individual Christian should desist from any form of unjust act and live a righteous life.
Análise crítica e descritiva sobre a teoria da relatividade nos livros didáticos do PNLD
Authors: Santos Ramon Alves dos , Martins da Silva Ferdinand , Rocha  Braga Graciely , Luz Andrade Giovani
Published: November 2022

As atuais pesquisas sobre o Ensino de Física relatam a importância do Livro Didático enquanto instrumento educacional, correlacionando suas dimensões sociocultural, histórica e pedagógica com os impactos direcionados ao contexto escolar. Nesse diapasão, este trabalho visa analisar o Livro Didático sob suas diferentes facetas, as quais perpassam por um diálogo no que se refere à sua abrangência e à abordagem adotada para a apresentação do conteúdo. O estudo foi realizado mediante um levantamento aplicado sob a forma de um questionário com os mestrandos ou concluintes do Mestrado Profissional em Ensino de Física do pólo 62, situado em Vitória da Conquista, na Bahia, a fim de selecionar a amostra a ser investigada. Dentre as 12 obras contempladas pelo Plano Nacional do Livro Didático para o triênio 2018-2020, 5 livros foram selecionados para a investigação. Na sequência, empregou-se uma metodologia sistemática para a análise, utilizando pressupostos teóricos associados à aplicação de categorias específicas elaboradas por Souza e Germano (2009). Por fim, discute-se as principais características das obras analisadas e como elas contribuem para futuras perspectivas direcionadas ao Ensino de Física.