bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Examining the Nexus Between Internships and Employability: A Bibliometric Perspective
Authors: Zakaria Zaiza Norsuriati Zainal , Awang Yunita , Nasir Noor Emilina Mohd , Taib Azuraidah
Published: September 2024

Internship is one of the beneficial platforms for students’ engagement in the real-working experience. The internship allows the interns to explore the potential job tasks expected in their field of interest. Interns can develop their employability or job-readiness skills namely communication, teamwork and critical thinking.   From the employers’ perspective, the internship provides the potential cost saving in the workflow, particularly when assistance from temporary staff is needed, gives access to a new talent pool and facilitates the recruitment of prospective full-time employees. The employability of fresh graduates promotes industrial growth, sustainability, and economic development of the country. Internships may influence employability as students’ employability skills are enhanced through internships. For a better understanding of this issue, the current study examines the evolution of research publications on the nexus between internship and employability. Using bibliometric analysis of data from the Scopus database for a period from 1975 to 2024, this study explores the trends in research publications to determine document type, subject area, publication categories by authors and countries, citation metrics and keywords. A total of 246 pertinent documents were reviewed on 14 July 2024, and the data was evaluated using Microsoft Excel, VOSviewer, and Harzing's Publish or Perish. This study provides some insights into the trends and future development of the influence of internships on employability topics in the academic literature of Business, Management, and Accounting; Economic, Econometrics and Finance and Social Sciences. The findings of the study may also be beneficial to the university management for curriculum-related purposes, and to the employers for future recruitment planning.
Supporting career awareness through job shadowing and industry site visits
Authors: Mamlok-Naaman Rachel , Blonder Ron , Lavonen Jari M. J. , Holbrook Jack , Rannikmae Miia
Published: September 2024

Under the SciCar project (scicar.eu), job shadowing and site visit activities were organised in science and science education research laboratories in order to support science teacher educators and PhD students in science education, having a background in science or science education research, to become aware about science careers and how they can support pre-service science teachers develop approaches for science career awareness. The following paper puts forward examples aimed at demonstrating how a job shadowing program and 2 site visits were supported for participants to become familiar with scientific research, within in the framework of Scientific Career Awareness (SciCar) European project (scicar.eu). At the end of the activities, the participants claimed that these activities supported their career awareness and they learned how to encourage their students to choose career paths in scientific fields.
Effective highly accurate time integrators for linear Klein–Gordon equations across the scales
Authors: Kropielnicka Karolina , Lademann Karolina , Schratz Katharina
Published: September 2024

We propose an efficient approach for time integration of Klein–Gordon equations with highly oscillatory in time input terms. The new methods are highly accurate in the entire range, from slowly varying up to highly oscillatory regimes. Our approach is based on splitting methods tailored to the structure of the input term which allows us to resolve the oscillations in the system uniformly in all frequencies, while the error constant does not grow as the oscillations increase. Numerical experiments highlight our theoretical findings and demonstrate the efficiency of the new schemes.
Sleep quality associate with the increased prevalence of cognitive impairment in coronary artery disease patients: A retrospective case–control study
Authors: Liu Min , Ma Jianning , Bao Kena , Gu Ye , Zhao Jing , Ren Dongmei , Zhu Fang , Xu Xiangdong
Published: September 2024

Background

The pathogenesis of cognitive impairment (CI) in coronary artery disease (CAD) patients is still unclear and numerous influence factors could affect the CI status. The current studies suggest that sleep quality and behavior pattern are significant influence factors associated with CAD susceptibility.

Methods

A total of 223 participants including 90 CAD patients with CI and 133 controls were enrolled into this retrospective study. Demographic information, laboratory test results, clinical diagnostic data, and questionnaire survey were collected to recognize the influencing factors of CI in CAD patients. Appropriate statistical methods are used to analyze these collected data.

Results

Univariate analysis results of demographic information, laboratory test results, and questionnaire survey data revealed that the differences in fatigue symptom, age, HDL, TG, and sleep quality were statistically significant (p = 0.006, p = 0.000, p = 0.019, p = 0.028, and p = 0.037, respectively). Logistic regression analysis showed that age, fatigue, and sleep quality were the influence factors for CI in CAD population (p = 0.000, p = 0.035, and p = 0.017).

Conclusions

Sleep quality, fatigue, and age were associated with the increased susceptibility of CI in CAD patients. Both CI state and its related factors were involved in the pathological process of CAD, these findings could offer additional information for the prevention and control of CAD.
Participatory action-research for the restoration of biocultural heritage: case studies from two indigenous communities in Mexico
Authors: Hipólito Romero Enrique , Ramos Prado José María , Ricaño Rodríguez Jorge
Published: September 2024

This document describes a theoretical-practical proposal that entails the transformation of an environmentally fragmented, overexploited, and underutilized agricultural matrix. It can also serve to modify non-harmonic landscapes with similar structures and functions observed in natural ecosystems with features such as resilience, strength, elasticity, and fragility. Through a multidisciplinary approach and using mainly productive ecological restoration tools, the theoretical-practical framework, an action plan, and an example of real-life implementation of the restoration of degraded and fragmented biocultural landscapes in two indigenous communities in Mexico that dominate the tropical regions of Latin America are discussed here as top results. Thus, we defined the basis for establishing complementary and retributive agroforestry landscapes with biocultural values and biological and social resilience, to provide economic benefits for local inhabitants and the population in general. It is concluded that biocultural resources and their sustainability may be approached in social terms and dynamic equilibrium, which integrates the essential elements of territoriality.
Effect of Speed, Agility, and Quickness Training on Linear Sprint, Jump, and Change of Direction Speed Performance in Soccer Players: A Systematic Review and Three-Level Meta-Analysis
Authors: Uysal Hüseyin Şahin , Korkmaz Sezgin , Sen Sedat , Thapa Rohit K. , Pojskic Haris
Published: September 2024

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the effects of the speed, agility, and quickness (SAQ) training method on linear sprinting, jumping, and change of direction speed (CODS) performance in soccer players. Three electronic databases (Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus) were searched, and 17 studies were included in the three-level meta-analysis. The results indicated that SAQ training significantly improved linear sprinting (effect size [ES] = 0.79, 95% CI = 0.19–1.39, p = 0.01, I2 = 95.9%), jumping (ES = 0.83, 95% CI = 0.26–1.39, p = 0.01, I2 = 85.9%), and CODS performance (ES = 0.70, 95% CI = 0.29–1.11, p = 0.01, I2 = 82.8%) when compared with the control groups. Furthermore, a moderating effect of sprint distance (favoring 10 m versus 20 or 30 m) was observed for the sprint performance. In addition, the moderating effect of jump type (favoring horizontal versus vertical) and training frequency (favoring >2 versus ≤2 sessions/week) was observed for jump performance. Finally, a moderating effect of age (favoring >15 versus ≤15 years) was observed for CODS. In conclusion, coaches may prefer SAQ training to improve sprint, jump, and CODS abilities of soccer players.
Genetic variability and predicted gain in progeny tests of native Atlantic Forest timber species: Cariniana legalis, Cordia trichotoma, and Zeyheria tuberculosa
Authors: dos Santos Aline Pinto , Caíque Pires Nunes Andrei , dos Santos Pereira Birindiba Garuzzo Marlon , Corrêa Ronan Xavier , Garbelini Marques Felipe
Published: September 2024

Over the years, the Atlantic Forest has been one of the biomes most
affected by fragmentation and despite the scarcity of studies related to their genetic
and breeding aspects, native Atlantic Forest species can provide various high-quality
timber products. In this context, the objectives of this work were to estimate genetic
parameters and predict genetic gain with selection of provenance/progeny tests of
Cordia trichotoma, Zeyheria tuberculosa, and Cariniana legalis, for diameter at
breast height (DBH) and survival rate. Seed trees from different provenances were
selected and measured, and their seeds were collected and tested in the areas of
Porto Seguro - Bahia state, Brazil. All test individuals were evaluated for DBH
(cm) survival rate (%) and stem straightness. The variance components and genetic
parameters were estimated for DBH and survival rate. The narrow-sense individual
heritability (h2i) for DBH of the three species ranged from 0.26 to 0.72, showing
moderate to high genetic control. However, based on the likelihood ratio test (LRT)
there is no genetic variability among genotypes of Z. tuberculosa. For survival
rate, high genetic control (0.54) was observed only for C. trichotoma, while for C.
legalis and Z. tuberculosa h2i value was 0.11 and 0.0, respectively. After genetic
parameter analyses, the expected genetic gains were estimated for seed trees,
potential genitors and potential clones. For seed trees, gains based on the additive
genetic values (u+a) for DBH by selecting the top 10 individuals of each species
per family ranged between 17.17 and 30.31%. In the case of potential genitors, by
selecting the top ten individuals based on u + a value, are expected gains between
19.17 and 49.65%. The ranking of the top ten potential clones based on genotypic
values (u +g) for each species showed gains between 32.43 and 56.53%. Conducting
genetic breeding for C. trichotoma and C. legalis presents high potential of genetic
gains and efforts should be taken into account for supporting breeding strategies
for those species. In the case of Z. tuberculosa, the absence of genetic variability
seems to be a result of the Atlantic Forest deforestation and genetic basis narrowing
Recreation in suburban forests – monitoring the distribution of visits using the example of Rzeszów
Authors: Dudek Tomasz
Published: September 2024

The research aimed to determine the actual distribution of visits in suburban forests in the temperate climate zone, using the Rzeszów metropolitan area as an example. The study also examined whether there is a correlation between the number of visitors to the forests and weather conditions: average daily air temperature, total daily precipitation, and the maximum sustained wind speed within a day. The distribution of visits was determined based on a 365-day monitoring of recreational traffic intensity using a sensor in the form of a pyroelectric detector. Weather data for each day of observation were obtained from a meteorological station. An average of 51 daily visitors was recorded (29 on weekdays and 101 on weekends and holidays). Most people visited the forest during the vacations, in August (14.7%) and July (14.1%), and least in winter: in February (2.7%) and December (3.4%). It was observed that the number of visits to the forest increased with the rise in average daily air temperature. In contrast, as the maximum sustained wind speed increased throughout the day, the number of visits decreased. There was no clear correlation between the number of visits and the total daily rainfall, except for weekends and holidays (number of visits decreased with the increase in rainfall). The number of visitors to suburban forests was more influenced by public holidays than weather conditions. Many forest visitors were significantly more frequently observed on holidays and weekends than weekdays. More than half of all visits occurred on weekends. Forests were most frequently visited on Sundays (38.2%). Suburban forests were visited from 5 AM to 10 PM, with shorter weekend hours (from 6 AM to 8 PM). The results obtained in the study can be valuable for managing recreational activities in suburban forests.
Laurence Alma-Tadema (1865–1940). Życie i działalność na rzecz Polski i Polaków, ss. 369
Authors:   Uniwersytet Opolski, Biedka Karolina
Published: September 2024

The dissertation Laurence Alma-Tadema (1865–1940). Life and activities in favour of Poland and Poles was written under the supervision of professor Marek Białokur. The main aim was to create a biography of the British poet and writer Laurence Alma-Tadema, who became famous for her special sympathy for Polish history and culture, as well as for her great involvement in helping Polish war victims, emigrants and prisoners of war living in the British Isles during the First World War. The paper presents the history of Alma-Tademy’s private life and attempts to organise and describe her literary work. It also analyses Laurence Alma- Tadema’s relationship with Poles, the activities she undertook to promote the Polish cause in Britain, and her activities in the rescue committees operating in London during the Great War.
Analisis Kehandalan dan Ketanggapan Dalam Rangka Memberi Pelayanan di Kantor Desa Sumberwulan
Authors: Alfani Karisma , Kuswantoro Agung
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the reliability and responsiveness of Sumberwulan village officials in providing administrative services to the Sumberwulan village community. This type of research is qualitative descriptive analysis, data collection techniques in this research are observation, interviews and documentation methods. The results of this research show two very prominent dimensions of service quality, namely the reliability dimension and the responsiveness dimension. Sumberwulan village officials have been able to implement the dimensions of reliability well and in accordance with the SOP. Sumberwulan village officials have been able to implement dimensions of responsiveness. All indicators have been fully implemented in the service process. This research provides information as a form of evaluation for the Sumberwulan Village Office in providing administrative services to the community.
Análisis del descenso de la similitud biótica con la distancia espacial (distance-decay) en Ecología de Comunidades y Biogeografía
Authors: Baselga Andrés , Martínez-Santalla Sara , Gómez-Rodríguez Carola
Published: September 2024

El descenso de la similitud biótica con la distancia espacial (en inglés, distance-decay) es uno de los patrones universales en Ecología y Biogeografía. Este patrón surge porque cuanto más alejadas están dos comunidades biológicas, menor es el número de especies que tienen en común. Dicho descenso de la similitud con la distancia puede ajustarse mediante modelos estadísticos, que deben ser no lineales (p. ej. Modelos Lineales Generalizados, GLM, con función exponencial o power-law) y tener en cuenta la dependencia por pares de los datos a la hora de calcular la significación del modelo. La dependencia por pares es inherente a los modelos de distance-decay, ya que tanto los valores de similitud biótica como la distancia espacial entre comunidades involucran, para su cálculo, dos comunidades biológicas. Por tanto, una misma comunidad biológica está implicada en el cálculo de varios valores de similitud/distancia, dando lugar a una pseudorreplicación de los datos que viola una asunción básica de muchos tests estadísticos. Este aspecto es de máxima importancia ya que la correcta modelización del patrón de distance-decay es clave para poder inferir los procesos ecológicos, evolutivos o biogeográficos responsables del descenso en la similitud biótica con la distancia
6306 SAYILI KANUN’DA YER ALAN TAPU HARCI İSTİSNASININ KAT KARŞILIĞI ARSA VE HASILAT PAYLAŞIMI MODELLERİNDE UYGULANMASI
Authors: Ozansoy Ahmet
Published: September 2024

Türkiye ciddi deprem riski altında olan bir ülkedir. Yasa koyucu bu nedenle ülkedeki depreme dayanıklılık bakımından risk taşıyan yapıların dönüştürülmesinde vatandaşlarına ek mali külfetler getirmemek amacıyla 6306 sayılı Kanun ile kimi vergisel yükümlülüklere istisna getirmiştir. Bunların başında tapu harcı gelmektedir. Alıcı ve satıcı açısından ayrı ayrı %2 olan ve işlem bakımından toplamda %4’e ulaşan ve çoğunlukla tamamı alıcıya yansıtılan tapu harcı mükellefiyeti, vatandaşlar açısından ciddi bir mali yüktür. Tapu harcı istisnasının uygulanmasında işlemi yapan ve tapu harcını tahsil eden “Tapu İdaresi”, kat karşılığı inşaat sözleşmesi modeline göre yapılan inşaatlar ile hasılat paylaşımı modeline göre yapılan inşaatları vergi hukukundaki kıyas yasağına rağmen karşılaştırarak yorum yoluyla ayrım yapmakta ve hasılat paylaşım modelinde tamamı müteahhit tarafından üçüncü kişilere satılan bağımsız bölümlere istisna uygulamamaktadır. İşbu makalede; her iki sözleşme türünün hukuki durumu ve belge düzeni bakımından işleyişi irdelenerek 6306 sayılı Kanun kapsamındaki tapu harcı istisnasının uygulanma şartları araştırılacaktır.
Anonim Şirketlerde Denetçinin Değiştirilmesi Davası
Authors: Bozgeyik Hayri , Macit Yakup , Avcı Zehra
Published: September 2024

Anonim şirketlerde pay sahipliği ve şirket yönetimin birbirinden ayrılması bunlar arasında bazı çıkar çatışmalarına yol açabilmektedir. Aynı şekilde, bu şirketlerde azlığı, kayıtsız çoğunluk iradesine tabi kılmanın oldukça ağır sonuçları olabilmektedir. Çoğunluk ile azlık arasındaki menfaatlerin dengelenmesi anonim şirketlerde gündemde olan bir konudur. Çoğunluk ile azlığın çıkar çatışmasında, kanun koyucu, taraflar arasındaki menfaat dengesini sağlamaya yönelik birtakım haklar öngörmüştür. Azlığa tanınan haklardan birisi de denetçinin değiştirilmesini talep hakkıdır (TTK 399). Çalışmamızda öncelikle, denetçinin değiştirilmesi davasına konu olan şirketlerin neler olduğu belirlenmiş, ardından denetçilerin nitelikleri üzerinde durularak, azlığın dava açma hakkına ilişkin şartlar ve uygulamada karşılaşılan sorunlar el alınmıştır.
Der sportkartellrechtliche Dreisprung des EuGH – European Superleague, International Skating Union und SA Royal Antwerp Football Club
Authors: Wirtz Markus , Schulz Max
Published: September 2024

Kurz vor den Festtagen 2023 hat der EuGH die vorweihnachtliche Betriebsamkeit der sportkartellrechtlichen Gemeinde mit gleich drei Urteilen zum Zusammenspiel aus Sport und Kartellrecht noch erhöht. Neben dem auch in der Presse viel beachteten European Superleague-Verfahren (Rs C-333/21) ergingen Urteile zudem in den Verfahren International Skating Union (Rs C-124/21 P) und SA Royal Antwerp Football Club (Rs C-680/21). Die Entscheidungen haben weitreichende Implikationen, denen der vorliegende Beitrag nachspürt.
Comparación de métodos estadísticos y aprendizaje automático para la mejora del proceso de Slotting
Authors: Sánchez Ferrer Agusto Guillermo , Herrera Quispe Jose
Published: September 2024

Distribution centers or supply warehouses face significant challenges in the order-picking process. A particular issue is the congestion of operators in the picking zone due to the inaccurate distribution of products in limited locations. To address this issue, "Slotting" process has emerged, aiming to efficiently allocate products to specific locations using analytical methods, enhancing order preparation while concurrently reducing operational costs. However, seasonal variations and fluctuations in trends contribute to oscillations in product demand. Therefore, it is suggested to integrate statistical forecasting methods and machine learning to monitor and anticipate changes of products in picking zones. In this context, this research presents two approaches, the first is to propose a new “Slotting” process model based on the literature review and the second is a comparison between methods such as double and triple exponential smoothing; Seasonal Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average; Long Short-Term Memory and Gated Recurrent Unit were proposed to forecast product demand. To validate the methods, a test was carried out with 50 products and a 7-year historical database from January 2016 to May 2023. This research suggests a hybrid approach in which the methods utilized can be a practical strategy to achieve the best forecasting accuracy, optimizing the Slotting process.
ORIENTAL MOTIFS IN N. TEFFI’S POETRY COLLECTION “SHAMRAM: SONG OF THE EAST”
Authors: NDiaye Iwona , Pavelieva Yulia
Published: September 2024

The subject of the authors’ reflection is the image of the Muslim East in the emigrant poetry of Nadezhda Teffi. The analysis revealed the semantic structure of the Oriental motif and the ways of its linguistic representation. A detailed analysis of oriental themes in Teffi’s lyrics is presented in the article. This part of the writer’s creative work has not been introduced into scientific circulation. Moreover, it has not been sufficiently discussed in criticism and still remains little known. The lexical material was extracted on the basis of the analysis of poems included in “Shamram: Songs of the East” by Teffi (Berlin 1923). All contexts containing direct nominations of oriental images and motifs were used as the research material. Analyzing the content and various interpretations of oriental themes, the authors of the article considered the nature of the literary text, its meaning and connotations from both linguistic and literary points of view. The methodology of the work is rooted in the theory of a systemic holistic approach, which made it possible to consider individual poems of Teffi as an example of oriental poetry with pronounced oriental imagery. Comparative-historical, biographical, structural and formal methods were used. The multifaceted study of the image of the East in Teffi’s lyrics revealed a close connection with universal categories that shape not only a person’s psychological sphere, but, more importantly, the spiritual domain. As a result, the relationship between the universal and the individual divulged the nature of the emigrant period of Teffi’s work, largely determined by the tragedy of exile and the loss of the motherland.
The “Russian Idea” as a Subject of Depiction in Dostoevsky’s Novel “The Adolescent”
Authors: Тoichkina Alexandra
Published: September 2024

In the article, the poetics of Dostoevsky’s novel “The Adolescent” is examined from the standpoint of an axiological approach, developed on the basis of the works of such Russian religious thinkers as D. Chizhevsky and A. Ukhtomsky. Thus, Chizhevsky’s concept of the comparative history of Slavic literatures as a “history of spirit” presupposes the study of an idea, a concept, an image in a specific historical form, first and foremost, that of a symbol. In his “history of the spirit” Chizhevsky considered artistic techniques and means as the embodiment of the spiritual life of the people in a certain historical era. Ukhtomsky, relying on the works of Dostoevsky, formulated the principle of dominance as the dominant vector of activity of an individual or a people, and proposed a path for moral improvement of the individual as the formation of a spiritual dominant in oneself. The study analyzes the artistic means of embodying the theme of the Russian world in the poetics of the work. In his opinion, the role of tradition and Christian symbols in the spiritual growth of an individual is decisive. As a result of the study, the spiritual dominants of the Russian people (humility, firmness, strength, broadness and vitality, ingenuity, self-esteem and the ability to remain oneself), the Russian nobility (service to Russia and “universal concern for everyone”) were identified. The “Petersburg text” of the novel is revealed through the literary type of the Miserly Knight, Pushkin’s Hermann, motifs of suicide and madness, the image of a mirror as a symbol of reflection, the “The Bronze Horseman” (“Mednyy Vsadnik”) as an apocalyptic image. The “Moscow text” correlates with old Moscow churches, the ringing of bells, the sacred symbol — the dove and the symbolism — the dove and the symbolism of light. At the same time, “local” texts are not only opposed, they interact intensely, forming a synthetic unity. Thus, Arkady’s “Russian idea” absorbs the idea of the European traveler Versilov and the Russian wanderer Makar Dolgoruky. Trishatov’s opera combines references to European literary texts and Orthodox worship. Literary allusions (Pushkin’s text) also become part of the “Russian text”. The novel shows the path of development of the future writer, the bearer of the “Russian idea”. The research also indicates an article by N. Strakhov and the memoirs of F. Solntsev as sources for the novel.
The Image of a Star in the Poetics of the Novel by I. S. Shmelev “Summer of the Lord”
Authors: Shestakova Elena
Published: September 2024

The article examines the peculiarity of the functioning of the star image in the “Christmas” chapters in the first and second parts of the novel “The Summer of the Lord” by I. S. Shmelev. The relevance of the research is determined by the unrelenting interest of modern literary criticism in the study of the writer’s creative work. The features of the artistic embodiment of the image of a star in the poetics of the novel “The Summer of the Lord” have not yet become the subject of a separate study. Star imagery in the textual space of the novel echoes the motifs of dynamics, movement, light, sacredness, deification, spiritualization and beauty of the world created by the Lord. The motif of the “playing creature,” which resounds through the work, symbolizes the joy of the whole world experienced on the night of the birth of the Infant Christ. The motif of dynamic stars is emphasized by their anthropomorphic properties. Of particular importance in the “Christmas” chapters is the author’s use of the color and sound characteristics of the star image associated with the theme of the deification of the world and the motif of beauty. The artistic device of antithesis is the basis of the chronotopic structure of the Christmas chapters of “The Summer of the Lord.” The time preceding the main Christmas event is contrasted with the night of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. Here, the image of the star performs an important symbolic function, separating the ordinary and sacred time. The appearance of the first star in the sky delimits ordinary reality from the deified, spiritualized existence of a person, when everyday life is replaced by being. The spiritual realism method in the Christmas chapters of “The Summer of the Lord” is based on the image of the gradually emerging spiritual principle in the earthly life of the characters. The star in the work of I. S. Shmelev symbolically reflects the idea of Christ the Star, which goes back to biblical imagery. The author’s artistic concept presented in the work is aimed at designating the sacredness of the Christmas holiday and the image of the star, correlated with the inevitability of their salvatory repetition. The accentuation of the motif of the star’s spirituality expresses the author’s understanding of the Christocentricity of the world.
Teriparatide in athlete stress fracture healing: a case report and review of literature
Authors: Arkader Ronaldo , Zugman Arkader Bruno
Published: September 2024

Teriparatide, a recombinant human parathyroid hormone (rhPTH), is primarily used to treat osteoporosis but is also being investigated for its potential to accelerate fracture healing in athletes. This review examines the current evidence supporting Teriparatide’s efficacy in treating stress fractures in athletes. The first reported use of Teriparatide in this context was documented in a 2015 case series, where five athletes with metatarsal stress fractures experienced significant pain reduction and increased bone mineral density after six weeks of treatment. Subsequent studies, including a series involving metatarsal fractures and a randomized controlled trial with tibial fractures, have shown similar benefits, including decreased fracture size and enhanced bone density. However, despite these promising results, there is a need for more extensive research, particularly large, randomized controlled trials, to confirm these findings. A case report of a 43-year-old marathon runner demonstrated complete fracture healing and return to activity after four months of Teriparatide treatment. In conclusion, Teriparatide shows potential as a treatment to accelerate fracture healing in athletes, but further research is necessary to establish its efficacy and safety fully. Athletes considering this treatment should consult with their healthcare providers to understand the risks and benefits
Pamidronate and fassier-duval telescopic stem: pillars in the treatment of osteogenesis imperfecta
Authors: Pinto de Souza Talita Virgínia , Almeida Ferreira Tiago de , Viana de Oliveira Herison Franklin , Fernandes Kalyana Eduardo , de Alcantara Tabata
Published: September 2024

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a systemic genetic disease of connective tissue with a prevalence of 6 to 7 per 100,000 births, affecting collagen type 1 containing tissues, especially bone tissue. Low bone mass is its main characteristic, which causes fragile bones, susceptible to deformities and recurrent fractures. Approximately 90% of individuals are heterozygous for mutations in the COL1A1 and COL1A2 genes,with a dominant inheritance pattern or sporadic mutations.
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura in pregnancy refractory to corticosteroid therapy
Authors: Canhete Machado Gabriel , Cardoso Crocetta Daniella , Fernandes Dala Riva Ana Carolina , da Silva Sposito Manuela , Vinadé Portela Juliana , Braga Hochmuller Dorval , de Oliveira Castro Carolina , de Oliveira e Silva Luisa , Batista Lopes Bruna Mariah Martins , Lagranha Tramunt Marilia , Alves de Carvalho Gláucia
Published: September 2024

Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) during pregnancy presents significant risks for both mother and fetus, with its management being complex due to its variable etiology and treatment limitations. We report a case of a 27-year-old woman in her fifth pregnancy who, at 26 weeks gestation, exhibited severe thrombocytopenia with a platelet count of 2000 units and spontaneous bruising. Despite corticosteroid therapy, her platelet count improved only marginally, and severe fetal growth restriction was noted. Attempts with eltrombopag were ineffective, leading to the decision to terminate the pregnancy at 35 weeks due to the need for immunoglobulin, which is contraindicated in pregnancy. The infant was born alive and did well, while the mother later required readmission for recurrent thrombocytopenia, which improved with additional immunoglobulin treatment. This case underscores the challenges of managing severe ITP during pregnancy and the need for coordinated care between obstetricians and hematologists.
Spindle cell neoplasia in ovaries
Authors: de Oliveira e Silva Luisa , Dala Riva Ana Carolina , Martins Batista Lopes Bruna Mariah , Canhete Machado Gabriel , Alves de Carvalho Gláucia , Messia Castro Costa Liana , Cardoso Crocetta Daniella , da Silva Sposito Manuela , de Oliveira Castro Carolina , Vinadé Portela Juliana , Braga Hochmuller Dorval , Lagranha Tramunt Marilia
Published: September 2024

This case report describes a rare instance of spindle cell neoplasia in the ovaries of a 40-yearold female patient with a history of chronic pelvic pain. The patient presented with bilateral ovarian masses, identified via magnetic resonance imaging and transvaginal ultrasound, which were highly suggestive of malignancy (O-RADS 5). Histological analysis postvideolaparoscopy confirmed spindle cell neoplasia with moderate atypia and a low mitotic index, favoring a diagnosis of high-grade sarcoma in both ovaries. The patient underwent a type 1 hysterectomy, bilateral oophorectomy, and omentectomy, leading to significant postoperative pain relief. Due to the aggressive nature of the tumor, ongoing oncological follow-up was recommended. This report highlights the rarity of spindle cell tumors in the ovaries and underscores the importance of radical surgery combined with adjuvant therapies to manage the potential for recurrence and metastasis
Endovascular Intervention for Acute Superior Mesenteric Artery Occlusion Following COVID-19 Pneumonia: Two Case Reports
Authors: Le Duy Cao Phuong , Bui Hoa The , Vo Quan Duy
Published: September 2024

COVID-19 patients may experience acute mesenteric ischaemia. Identifying acute mesenteric ischaemia is challenging, particularly as initial symptoms are often vague and easily overlooked. Early detection and immediate intervention to restore blood flow can prevent these severe consequences. Presented in this report are two cases of superior mesenteric artery (SMA) thrombosis following severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection. CT scans demonstrated SMA thrombosis in both patients, with no evidence of bowel necrosis. Endovascular intervention with self-expanding stent placement was performed after angiographic confirmation of the diagnosis. At 6-month follow-up, both patients remained asymptomatic on dual antiplatelet therapy. Atypical gastrointestinal manifestations in COVID-19 patients should raise suspicion for uncommon complications, such as SMA thrombosis. For SMA occlusion without associated bowel necrosis, endovascular therapy represents a viable treatment approach.
Status and Trends of Breeding Ardeidae in the San Francisco Bay Region
Authors:   Cypress Grove Research Center, Jennings Scott , Warnock Nils ,   Cypress Grove Research Center, Condeso Emiko ,   Cypress Grove Research Center, Lumpkin David ,   Cypress Grove Research Center, Burns Gabbie ,   San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory, Wechsberg Barbara ,   Cypress Grove Research Center
Published: September 2024

Monitoring species abundance is a critical tool for identifying trends in wildlife populations. Using data collected in the San Francisco Bay Area between 1995 and 2019, we evaluated trends in nesting abundance of four Ardeid species across the entire study area and in 10 sub-regions, while accounting for the effect of rainfall. Overall, Great Egret (Ardea alba) nest abundance increased by 27% (95% confidence interval -1%, 54%) from 783 to 993 nests. Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) and Snowy Egret (Egretta thula) nesting abundance was similar across the study period, averaging approximately 503 and 509 nests, respectively, but Snowy Egret abundance was highly variable between years. Finally, Black-crowned Night-Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax) abundance declined – 22% (95% confidence interval – 59%, 15%) from 682 to 535 nests. At the sub-regional scale, trends were variable within species, and no species had consistent positive or negative trends across all 10 sub-regions, although it appears the distribution of all species except Great Blue Heron shifted among sub-regions. Our results suggest conservation action may be warranted to recover the Black-crowned Night Heron population in our study area, but there is uncertainty on the magnitude of their decline and the reasons for it. Further investigation of the mechanisms for demographic change is needed to guide effective actions. In the absence of that information, protection of the few colony sites occupied by Black-crowned Night Herons and Snowy Egrets—especially islands in San Francisco Bay and two large urban colonies in Santa Rosa and Fairfield—is a prudent immediate action.
Seasonal and Size-Specific Occupancy of Striped Bass in the Stanislaus River, California
Authors:   University of California–Santa Cruz Coastal Science Policy Program, Ware William , Peterson Matthew ,   FISHBIO, Pilger Tyler ,   FISHBIO
Published: September 2024

Striped Bass (Morone saxatilis) monitoring and research in California’s Central Valley primarily occurs in the Sacramento River basin and the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. A relatively under-studied contingent of the Striped Bass population is present in the San Joaquin River and its tributaries. One such tributary, the Stanislaus River, is an important source of natural production of native anadromous fishes, including fall-run Chinook Salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), Steelhead (O. mykiss), and Pacific Lamprey (Entosphenus tridentatus). Because Striped Bass are a non-native piscivore, characterizing when and where their distribution overlaps with native fishes is a first step to assessing the potential for negative inter-specific interactions. We compiled incidental observations of Striped Bass made during long-term (1996 to 2021) salmonid monitoring programs performed at different times of the year, and found that Striped Bass were present at monitoring locations throughout most of the year, although not detected in every year. We also used data on Striped Bass captured during boat electrofishing surveys conducted during the 2019, 2020, and 2021 juvenile salmonid emigration season (February to June), for a more detailed evaluation of Striped Bass occupancy within the lower 65 kilometers of the Stanislaus River. Median fork length (FL) of Striped Bass captured from February to April was significantly larger than those captured in May and June (p < 0.001). Using dynamic occupancy models, we showed that Striped Bass larger than 300 mm FL were present, and their occupancy increases earlier in the year than individuals under 300 mm FL. In all 3 years, occupancy estimates were greater than 80% of the lower Stanislaus River by May. Our results suggest a high degree of spatial and temporal overlap with native migratory fishes, which may have important implications for understanding and managing how predation affects juvenile salmon and other native species.
Total antioxidant capacity, total oxidant status, d-dimer and nitric oxide levels in dogs with parvoviral enteritis
Authors: Başer D. F. , Cıngı C. C. , A. F. Fidan A. F. Fidan , K. Ural K. Ural
Published: September 2024

Canine parvoviral enteritis remains one of the commonest causes of death in young dogs. This study aimed to determine serum total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and total oxidant status (TOS) levels in dogs with canine parvoviral enteritis (CPV) and reveal the risk factors of DIC formation. Thirty dogs were included in the study. The dogs were divided into two groups; the first group consisted of 20 dogs diagnosed with CPV (study group) and the other group consisted of 10 healthy dogs aged 0-12 months (control group). The mean TAC value was 0.354±0.018 mmol Trolox equiv./l in the control group and 0.295±0.007 mmol Trolox equiv./l in the study group. The mean TOS level was determined as 6.539±0.154 μmol H2O2/l in the control group and 7.934±0.364 μmol H2O2/l in the study group. The mean nitric oxide (NO) concentration was 18.613±0.856 μmol/l in the control group and 21.781±0.913 μmol/l in the study group. D-dimer levels were found to be 0.170±0.070 mg/dl in the control group and 2.585±0.584 mg/dl in the study group. As a result, it was demonstrated that it is essential to consider that oxidative stress increases and antioxidant capacity decreases in dogs with CPV and that disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) may develop in dogs with CPV. It is thought that considering oxidative stress and DIC during the treatment may contribute positively to prognosis and survival.
Molecular detection of Ehrlichia canis and Anaplasma phagocytophilum in blood samples from dogs in Bulgaria
Authors: Gospodinova K. , Stanilov I. , Miteva L. , Tsachev I. , Petrov V.
Published: September 2024

The aim of the study was to develop a molecular diagnosis protocol of monocytic ehrlichiosis and granulocytic anaplasmosis in dogs by conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and to compare the results from PCR and a rapid serological test. One hundred and six blood samples from dogs were tested by the rapid serological test SNAP 4Dx Plus (IDEXX Laboratories, Westbrook, ME) and by conventional PCR. Sixty-two of them (58.49%) were positive for antibodies to Ehrlichia canis/Ehrlichia ewingii and 14 (13.21%) for antibodies to Anaplasma phagocytophilum/Anaplasma platys. In 24 (22.64%) blood samples, antibodies against both pathogens were simultaneously detected. Six (5.66%) samples were seronegative. Fourty-six of the 106 tested samples (43.4%) were positive for a 345 bp segment of the ribosomal gene of family Anaplasmataceae. In 28 of them the presence of a 444 bp fragment of the ankA gene of A. phagocytophilum was detected, and in 26: a 409 bp fragment of the gene of E. canis. Nine samples were simultaneously positive for genetic sequences of E. canis and A. phagocytophilum. The target DNA fragments specific for the two studied pathogens were not detected in one of the Anaplasmataceae-positive samples. In the remaining 60 cases (56.6%), the presence of a 345 bp segment of the ribosomal gene was not detected. In the present study, the DNA of E. canis and of A. phagocytophilum was detected for the first time in Bulgarian dogs by the conventional PCR.
Recommended Practice for the Design of Prestressed Concrete Columns and Walls
Authors: Meinheit Donald , Durrani Ahmad , Gouwens Albert , Halverson Grant , Iqbal Mohammed , Laszlo George , Martin Leslie , Naaman Antoine , Nathan Noel
Published: September 2024

There are 12 chapters in this Recommended Practice plus sections on notation, selected references, a bibliography and sample problems. References citing research used in developing these recommendations are included for the user desiring to study individual topics in greater detail. A bibliography listing additional references related to prestressed concrete column and wall design has also been included. An Appendix section contains numerical design examples (together with design aids) to show how the provisions of the report can be applied in practice.
The risk of developing alcohol addiction – what coping strategies do Ukrainian military personnel use after participating in intense hostilities?
Authors:   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine, Кharkiv, Ukraine, Prykhodko Ihor , Matsehora Yanina ,   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine, Кharkiv, Ukraine, Baida Maksim ,   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine, Кharkiv, Ukraine, Zahrebelnyi Oleksandr ,   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine, Кharkiv, Ukraine, Lipatov Ivan ,   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine, Кharkiv, Ukraine, Kuzina Viktoriia ,   Ukrainian Military Medical Academy, Kyiv, Ukraine, Marushchenko Kateryna ,   Ukrainian Military Medical Academy, Kyiv, Ukraine, Rumiantsev Yurii ,   Ukrainian Military Medical Academy, Kyiv, Ukraine, Skliarova Hanna ,   University “KROK”, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: September 2024

Introduction and aim. Since February 24, 2022, military personnel of the Ukrainian Defense Forces have been resisting the military aggression of the Russian Federation. After participating in combat operations, military personnel accumulated combat stress. Drinking alcohol was one of the ways to overcome it. The purpose of the article is to identify the types of coping strategies for the risk of developing alcohol addiction among Ukrainian military personnel who participated in intense hostilities. Material and methods. Ukrainian Defense Forces military personnel (n=162 males, between 20 and 60 years of age) took part in this study. To determine coping strategies and the risk of developing alcohol addiction the AUDIT and the COPE Inventory were used. Results. Cluster analysis made it possible to identify 4 types of coping strategies with different prevalence and levels of risk of developing alcohol addiction among participants. Conclusion. Productive coping has been associated with a reduced risk of alcohol use in military personnel, but the ability to be situational flexible in the use of coping is important. Compulsive alcohol use was preceded by a period of intensive use of social support coping by military personnel. This period is sensitive to the risk of developing alcohol addiction.
Incidental vs. non-incidental gallbladder cancer – a hospital-based clinicopathological study
Authors:   Department of Molecular Epidemiology, ICMR-Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar, India, Dash Sashibhusan ,   Department of Pathology, Acharya Harihar Post-Graduate Institute of Cancer, Cuttack, India, Anirvan Prajna ,   Department of Translational Research, Kalinga Gastroenterology Foundation, Cuttack, India, Samantaray Sagarika ,   Department of Pathology, Acharya Harihar Post-Graduate Institute of Cancer, Cuttack, India, Rout Niranjan ,   Acharya Harihar Post-Graduate Institute of Cancer, Cuttack, India, Ranjit Manoranjan ,   Department of Molecular Epidemiology, ICMR-Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar, India
Published: September 2024

Introduction and aim. Most gallbladder cancers (GBCs) are discovered incidentally after routine cholecystectomy. The clinicopathological characteristics and prognostic implications of incidental gallbladder cancer (IGBC) versus non-incidental gallbladder cancer (NIGBC) is not known. Material and methods. During this study, clinicopathological details compared between incidental and non-incidental GBC groups included age, sex, clinical presentation, preoperative radiological diagnosis, surgical management, and macroscopic and microscopic features. The primary outcome of the study was difference in overall survival (OS) between IGBC and NIGBC. Results. Among 348 surgically treated patients, 56.6% weren’t preoperatively suspected of GBC. Macroscopic examination showed characteristic thickened gallbladder wall without mass lesion (IGBC) vs. clear mass lesion (NIGBC) on imaging. Interestingly, NIGBC had higher LVI (27% vs. 14%) and T stage (68% T2b/T3 vs. 47% T1b/T2a) despite lower margin involvement (p < 0.001). The OS for all patients was 12.2 months (median). Among patients who underwent surgery with curative intent, the median survival time was 21.4 months. However, within this group, NIGBC cases had a worse median survival (17 months) compared to IGBC cases (21 months). Conclusion. Rising incidental GBC necessitates routine microscopic examination of all gallbladder specimens. Surgeons in high-risk areas should remain vigilant for GBC in patients with atypical clinical and ultrasound findings. Early detection and curative resection are paramount for long-term survival in gallbladder carcinoma, with IGBC potentially offering a survival benefit regardless of stage or tumor characteristics. Prospective studies including detailed pathology and molecular analysis are needed to confirm this observation.