bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Salud mental y satisfacción con la vida en estudiantes universitarios: Un estudio correlacional
Authors:   Universidad Nacional Amazónica de Madre de Dios, Perú, Estrada-Araoz Edwin Gustavo
Published: January 2024

Introducción: La salud mental durante la educación superior universitaria es un tema de creciente interés y preocupación en la sociedad actual. Durante esta etapa, los estudiantes se enfrentan a un mayor nivel de estrés académico, la presión de cumplir con las expectativas académicas y sociales, la adaptación a un nuevo entorno y la gestión de la independencia personal. Estos factores podrían tener un impacto en su salud mental.
­­­A Comparative Evaluation of Antimicrobial Effect of Snuhi-Apamarg-Ksharsutra and Udumbara-Ksheer Sutra in the Management of Bhagandara (Fistula-In-Ano)
Authors: Mohite Monali , Tiwari Madhulika , M S Kalmegh , Mudgal Rani , Bawa Rupali R
Published: January 2024

Bhagandara one of the eight grave disorders, pertaining the perianal region is arduous to treat, has been described in detail by Acharaya Sushruta. The Ayurvedic description of Bhagandara can be identified as associated with an anal fistula. An anal fistula is defined as an internal opening in the altered skin or mucosa of the anal canal or rectum and an exterior opening in the perianal skin region. Among the various modalities available for the treatment of bhagandara, ksharasutra is described as gold standards for treatment and cure. The ksharasutra possess antimicrobial properties and can be established as first line of treatment for bhagandar(fistula-in-ano). The modern approach for fistula-in-ano is surgical procedure. Antibiotics are commonly used along with surgery for the treatment of fistula-in-ano.  The aim of this study was to comparatively evaluate the antimicrobial properties amongst Snuhi-apamarga kshar sutra and Udumbara ksheer sutra. A total no. of 60 participants were enrolled as per the criteria for the study and pus samples were collected as per the standard operating procedure. Samples of Snuhi-apamarga kshar sutra and Udumbar ksheer sutra were already given in laboratory for testing the sensitivity. Reports were collected and analyzed on different parameters and conclusion was drawn accordingly. It was concluded that gram positive monomicrobial infections were more common especially involving staphylococci. Also, in the culture and sensitivity test Snuhi- apamarga ksharsutra was found to be more effective in comparison to Udumbara ksheer sutra as the microbes were highly sensitive to the Snuhi Apamarga kshar sutra. This can be contributed to the multiple contents in Snuhi Apamarga kshar sutra.
METHODOLOGICAL APPROACHES TO THE DIAGNOSIS OF THE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL POTENTIAL OF PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Authors: Romanova M.
Published: January 2024

The article substantiates methodological approaches to the diagnosis of the psychological and pedagogical potential of primary school teachers. As a result of the research, the author states that modern teachers, for a number of objective and subjective reasons, do not fully realize their psychological and pedagogical potential, which may adversely affect their professional activities and the training and upbringing of junior high school students. Before forming and developing certain psychological and pedagogical properties, it is necessary to conduct a psychodiagnostic aimed at revealing the presence or absence of specific components of pedagogical skill. To do this, it is necessary to choose methodological tools that would allow conducting research qualitatively and thoroughly. One of the ways to create such psychodiagnostics is the use of methods for determining existing and used in pedagogical practice psychological and pedagogical qualities and properties under the indispensable condition of their modification for the necessary tasks, that is, when changing the instructions, the content series and evaluation criteria. The real and potential are the same qualities and properties, only the real ones have already been formed and developed, and the potential ones may be absent in the professional personality of the teacher or not fully present and not used in work, they need to be formed and improved. The author does not aim to analyze and interpret specific techniques, the article considers a general approach to the process of diagnosing the psychological and pedagogical potential of a primary school teacher.
THE PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF REMUNERATION PAID TO EMPLOYEES
Authors: Fаyziеvа D. Sh.
Published: January 2024

This article validates indicators such as performance-based compensation, a pay plan that links employee compensation to performance, and any contingent element.

There are several different ways to determine an employee's total compensation. For example, compensation may depend on the complexity of situations and the tasks involved. And compensation can be monetary or non-monetary. It is explained that compensation based on the employee's productivity or competence does not always refer to financial rewards, even if the reward for work primarily involves the expression of wages in money.

The global financial crisis caused the need to rationalize the staffing of corporations, led to a revision of motivation and labor incentives, to maintain the socio-economic activity of wages and other payments to the organization's personnel at an effective level.

The lack of principles on the organization of personnel Awards leads to a clear violation of the relationship between the employee and the organization.
Przestrzenie coworkingowe w Warszawie – lokalizacja, charakterystyka i działalność w czasie pandemii COVID-19
Authors: Lewandowska Maja
Published: January 2024

The article presents the results of a study on the location and characteristics of coworking spaces in Warsaw and their functioning during the pandemic. As part of the study, these spaces were inventoried and in-depth interviews were conducted with their selected representatives. Coworking spaces operate in 11 out of 18 districts of Warsaw. Their location is affected by transport accessibility, proximity to other services and office spaces where companies from various businesses are located. During the Covid-19 pandemic, coworking spaces were not closed. However, the way they function, the volume of services provided and the structure of users have changed. Coworking spaces have adapted to the new operating conditions and the prospects for their development in Warsaw are good.
Immunization
Authors: Vinay Santosh Khebade  , Anjali Mali  , Dr. Gajanan Sanap
Published: January 2024

Immunization is the process of making a person resistant to a disease, usually thro ugh vaccination. • Vaccines that are inactive. live-attenuated immunizations. mRNA (messenger RNA) vaccines.
vaccinations include subunits, recombinants, polysaccharides, and conjugates. If a kid obtains all recommended vaccinations in accordance with the national immunizati on schedule during the first year of life, they are considered completely immunized. The two biggest achievements of UIP have been the eradication of maternal and neonatal t etanus in 2015 and the eradication of polio in 2014
Interpretación esotérica del Cartón de Burlington House de Leonardo
Authors: Echarte Cosío María José Ana
Published: January 2024

Partimos de un intento de multidisciplinariedad, con la aplicación de la Cultura Clásica al contexto artístico que analizamos. Proponemos una interpretación esotérica con un método estructural, a un significante un significado, pero escindido en dos modos de significar, superficial y profundo: en el plano superficial se oponen la Virgen con el Niño y Santa Ana con San Juan Bautista; en el plano profundo, al que dedicamos nuestra atención preferente, estudiamos la estructura que subyace a su tratamiento superficial, esto es: el myto¹ clásico de ‘Las Diosas’ o ‘Las dos Diosas’, las diosas eleusinas: Deméter (arquetipo de la Madre)-Perséfone (arquetipo de la Hija) en indestructible Unidad, junto con el Niño divino Dioniso (niño primordial) y Juan el Bautista-niño. Queda implicada la propia vida de Leonardo, en la relación con su madre, dentro de la que queda inserto el sueño de Leonardo con un Ave Rapaz. El andrógino constituye un elemento esencial en la configuración de la obra.
Antecedentes históricos de la Facultad de Bellas Artes de San Carlos. Universidad Politécnica de Valencia
Authors: De la Calle Román
Published: January 2024

Con la actual celebración de los 255 años de la fundación de la Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos en la ciudad de Valencia (1768), se conmemora asimismo, paralelamente, el inicio de las enseñanzas artísticas en la histórica Escuela Superior de Bellas Artes. De hecho, Academia y Escuela se instalaron en los espacios del Estudio General, en el edificio de La Nau, hasta su traslado, con la Desamortización, al Convento del Carmen (1848), donde Academia, Escuela y Museo de Bellas Artes convivieron y consolidaron sus respectivos proyectos, estrechamente interrelacionados, en el marco de la Ilustración. Ya en el siglo XX Museo y Academia pasaron, a su vez, al edificio de San Pio V (1942), cuyos espacios hoy siguen ocupando, mientras que la Escuela de Bellas Artes pasaría, oficialmente, a integrarse en la Universidad Politécnica de Valencia, como Facultad de Bellas Artes de San Carlos (Decreto de 1978). Una trayectoria compleja y cargada de historias, que, oportunamente, se revisa y justifica a través del presente trabajo, en el que se barajan tanto la mirada diacrónica sobre las indicadas instituciones –académicas, universitarias y museísticas-- como la memoria personal de su autor, cargada de experiencias integradas, que van aportándose.
Combinar el movimiento con la idea
Authors: Cogua-Rodríguez Camilo , Benavent Rocío
Published: January 2024

Entrevista con el animador Raimund Krumme en el marco de su exhibición “Movimiento Íntimo” en la Sala Josep Renau de la Facultad de Bellas Artes de la Universidad Politécnica de Valencia en Octubre de 2022, sobre el movimiento, el gesto, la animación y la enseñanza.
La educación del cuidado de la alteridad animal en el arte animalista
Authors: Gutiérrez-Jordano Carmen
Published: January 2024

El cuidado representa una nueva ética que supera el antropocentrismo y su voluntad de dominio. Esta categoría del cuidado es fundamental para la educación. Sin cuidado no hay educación y el cuidado es la meta primordial de toda pedagogía. El concepto de cuidado de la alteridad animal es un problema esencial para la pedagogía actual. La ética del cuidado es el fundamento de los nuevos movimientos animalistas y ecocentristas que están en la base del posantropocentrismo. El cuidado de los animales y de la naturaleza es un objetivo esencial de la pedagogía actual. Los animales son un caso ejemplar de alteridad. Las imágenes artísticas tienen un gran poder pedagógico, porque educan mediante las experiencias que produce. Así tiene mayor posibilidad de trasformar la conciencia, meta última de la educación. El arte animalista es una herramienta ideal para enseñar la crueldad que sufren los animales y la necesidad de cuidarlos. Es la mejor escuela de la ética del cuidado animal.
La letra, el prelibro y el pre-braille
Authors: Martínez Moctezuma Angélica
Published: January 2024

Este proyecto está basado en la creación un pro-totipo para desarrollar un recurso didáctico ex-perimental para niños con discapacidad visual, según sus fases de desarrollo e investigación. Se describirá la función y los elementos que lo componen a través del formato de prelibro y a su vez, buscando la vinculación con la letra y el sistema Braille desde una perspectiva inicial. El propósito es que el niño aprenda el color a tra-vés de la sensorialidad, la percepción háptica, la interpretación y la lectura al braille para la com-prensión del entorno. Por otra parte, el recurso busca la inclusión en el proceso de la enseñanza para que, personas normovisual sean de apoyo en el aprendizaje de los niños, facilitándoles un recurso que abarque un sistema de doble lectu-ra, táctil y visual.
El arte y los mitos de la caída a través de las artistas contemporáneas: sus formaciones simbólicas como medio transcendental de conocimiento en las Bellas Artes
Authors: León-Río Belén
Published: January 2024

Esta investigación tiene la importancia de analizar como la actividad artística desde el punto de vista de los fenómenos emocionales y simbólicos, puede ser sometida de manera no intrusiva a consideración psicológica, para así dar una nueva visión del arte que se aproxime al difícil asunto de la esencia interna del ser humano y su relación con la simbología relacionada con los mitos de la caída.
En este articulo vemos los paralelismos existentes entre estas formaciones simbólicas y las de los mitos donde analizamos como estas creaciones no solo serían productos intencionados y dirigidos por la consciencia, sino también constituiría un hecho de carácter inconsciente, definiendo de manera original los fenómenos psicológicos en relación con el arte y la importancia del símbolo en las manifestaciones creativas  a través de las cuales podemos liberarnos de los lastres del inconsciente, siendo el arte un medio idóneo para conectar con estos contenidos ocultos y entender la psicología del ser humano y el significado de sus creaciones imaginativas.
Sobre la desvinculación de la Interpretación Musical y las Ciencias Sociales en España
Authors: Ballesteros Álvarez Sara
Published: January 2024

La Interpretación Musical en España atraviesa ciertas problemáticas relacionadas con el desinterés por parte de la población y su aislamiento del sistema de universidades. En 1914, un grupo de intelectuales del ámbito de la música describían una posible crisis de los estudios artísticos en el país que compartía características con la situación actual. Entre las posibles hipótesis que barajaban al respecto, destacaba aquella que culpabilizaba de tales problemas a la profunda desvinculación que tenían los estudios musicales institucionales españoles de los conocimientos teóricos y, en concreto, de las ciencias sociales. En el presente artículo se estudiará el desarrollo de esas teorías y se realizará un análisis sobre la posición que ocupan los mencionados saberes teóricos y científico-sociales en la actualidad musical de España, con el fin de comprobar si las hipótesis mencionadas siguen vigentes y pueden brindar un acercamiento real hacia el atajo de las problemáticas de la Interpretación Musical.
Divagaciones en torno a los límites. Estudio de los factores influyentes en la producción artística contemporánea
Authors: Simó Redón Meritxell
Published: January 2024

En este artículo planteamos una serie de divagaciones en torno a determinados aspectos que influirían en la producción y el proceso creativo, concebidos a modo de límites, en el ámbito de las prácticas artísticas contemporáneas. En concreto, con aquellos que presentan una relación directa con el mercado y el propio medio artístico. 
Partiremos de una revisión de los factores externos que pudiesen influir en la obra y en el proceso creativo del artista plástico al iniciar su carrera profesional. A partir de nuestro análisis, proponemos diferentes ejemplos ilustrativos desde posturas críticas y conscientes, que, en cierto sentido, son afines con las conclusiones presentadas.
Autofiltrado en territorios hostiles: la violencia tecnológica de los filtros de Realidad Aumentada en el entorno de las redes sociales
Authors: Infante Barbosa Mª Ángeles , González Ibáñez Edurne , López Izquierdo Mª Ángeles
Published: January 2024

El biotopo cultural de las Redes Sociales alberga multitud de visualidades que son alimentadas y fertilizadas con bienes inmateriales y efímeros tan preciados como el “Me gusta”. Este recurso es el que nutre la proliferación de las Imágenes Aumentadas: imágenes vivas y mutantes que residen entre la basura digital que contamina y se reproduce en Internet. Una de las mejores herramientas para trabajar estas imágenes es el filtro digital. Éste facilita la comunicación interpersonal y contribuye a la hiperproducción de contenido visual, sin embargo, se trata de un instrumento insertado en un contexto con un sesgo de género que puede suponer una amenaza para las personas, ya que su uso inconsciente puede implicar alienación. El empleo de determinadas IAS y algoritmos para su elaboración contribuye a la uniformidad de los estándares de belleza, poniendo de esta manera en riesgo la biodiversidad del mundo virtual y el autocuidado en el mundo tangible.
Entrevista a Pablo Rubén López Sanz
Authors: Cano Rojas Guillermo
Published: January 2024

Entrevista de formato libre realizada al acuarelista internacional Pablo Rubén López Sanz, especializado en la pintura al aire libre y en el género del paisaje. Esta entrevista ayuda a conocer mejor la mirada de Pablo Rubén sobre la realidad actual de la acuarela, especialmente en España. Las preguntas están divididas en bloques temáticos: conocer mejor los puntos de vista de este acuarelista sobre el arte contemporáneo y realizar un acercamiento específico a su comprensión y conocimiento de la acuarela.
CARACTERIZAÇÃO DOS ASPECTOS FÍSICOS E SOCIAIS NA PRODUÇÃO DO ESPAÇO GEOGRÁFICO DA BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DO CÓRREGO DO CAPIM EM CAPINÓPOLIS (MG)
Authors: COSTA HÚRBIO RODRIGUES DE OLIVEIRA , NUNES JOÃO OSVALDO RODRIGUES , FUSHIMI MELINA , PERUSI MARIA CRISTINA
Published: January 2024

A relação entre paisagem, ambiente e espaço geográfico, enquanto conceitos basilares da Geografia, nos remete a entender os aspectos naturais e aqueles que representam a ação da sociedade ao transformar a natureza. Neste sentido, tem-se como objetivo principal analisar e compreender, por meio da paisagem, os componentes físicos e sociais que contribuem para a organização do espaço e influenciam as relações na Bacia Hidrográfica do Córrego do Capim, localizada no município de Capinópolis/MG. Tem-se ainda como objetivos específicos caracterizar os principais tipos de solos observados na área de estudo, identificar formações geológicas e as morfologias do relevo a partir de trabalhos de campo. Percebe-se uma relação direta entre as unidades litológicas, formas do relevo, tipos de solo e as atividades socioeconômicas que se instalaram na área de estudo. As potencialidades e vulnerabilidades do ambiente foram percebidas a partir da análise da paisagem e dos componentes que dela fazem parte.
Diagnosing the Actual Reality of the Requirements of Ecological Design According to ISO14006:2020: A Case Study in Engineering Reconstruction Office-Iraq
Authors: Zainab Mahdi Muhammad  , Areej Saeed  Khalil
Published: January 2024

The research aims to identify the extent of the commitment of the Department of Engineering Reconstruction to the application of ecological design according to the guiding specification ISO14006:2020 by measuring and diagnosing the gap between the actual reality in the Department of Engineering Reconstruction and the requirements of the specification, and to achieve this goal, the case study approach was adopted, and the checklist was adopted to measure the gap.
Methodology: The study starts from the problem represented by the gap between the actual reality of ecological design in the Department of Engineering Reconstruction and Ecodesign by the requirements of ISO 14006:2020. Prepared by the British Standards Organization (BSI).
Results: The results of the research show that the total rate achieved by measuring the availability of eco-design requirements in the Department of Engineering Reconstruction according to ISO14006:2020 obtained a percentage of (75%) and an implementation rate of (5), meaning that it is close to a fully documented application, which generated a gap of (24%).
The research came out with conclusions, the most prominent of which is that although the research organization understands design and development when integrating eco-design into design and development, it does not have documented information in this regard. Some internal problems in the documentation of some requirements of the standard.
A Hybrid GAPSO Optimization Approach
Authors: Khanbary Lutfi Mohammed Omer
Published: January 2024

In this work, the hybrid techniques of genetic algorithm (GA) and particle swarm optimization (PSO) are presented. PSO and GA are two population-based heuristic search methods that can be applied to the channel allocation optimization problem. GAPSO is based on a mixture of particle swarm optimization (PSO) and genetic algorithms (GA). Individuals of a new generation are produced in GAPSO by PSO in addition to crossover and mutation operations as in GA. In order to reduce the number of blocked calls and handoff failures in the mobile network, the Hybrid GAPSO algorithm is used to allocate tasks to resources efficiently. The proposed strategy optimizes the channel allocation using the GAPSO.
Self-Spirituality in Organizations: A Review of Qualitative Research
Authors: Zaidman Nurit
Published: January 2024

This review focuses on the incorporation of self-spirituality and mindfulness into secular institutions such as for-profit organizations, as well as into public and private healthcare organizations. The review considers research into the value of self-spirituality and the reasons for
organizational rejection, or acceptance as a response to manifestations of self-spirituality; research proposing frameworks for analyzing modes of incorporating self-spirituality into organizations; and research into the enactment of self- spirituality in different sectors. The review shows
that individuals reported a reduction in stress, a reinforced capacity for coping with challenging workplace demands, and improved workplace communication. The review also argues that the encounter of organizations with self-spirituality is shaped by, and reenforces, existing social forces
such as instrumentalism. At the same time, it generates alternative ideas and practices. At present, the capacity of self-spirituality to create transformation in organizations is limited, although specific practices (e. g., mindfulness) can be more influential.
Assessment of Village Readiness for Electronic Citizen Complaint Services (e-AduMas) Using COBIT 4.1
Authors: Ferdiansyah Doddy , Majapahit Sali Alas , Muttaqin Muhammad Fadli
Published: January 2024

The objective of this study is to investigate the implementation of the electronic community complaint service, known as e-AduMas, in villages utilizing SMS Gateway and GSM network technologies. The research aims to evaluate both the technological readiness of village offices using COBIT 4.1 and the community's acceptance of the e-AduMas system. The study employs a comprehensive research methodology that includes the analysis of community needs, the design of the e-AduMas system, the development of an integrated SMS Gateway application with the village government platform, and field testing involving active participation from the village community. Data will be collected through surveys, interviews, and observations to assess the level of implementation success, user response, and technical feasibility. The anticipated outcomes of this research include practical guidance for other villages looking to construct similar systems to enhance citizen participation in local governance. This study is poised to make a significant contribution to the application of technology in village governance, specifically in the development and utilization of the e-AduMas service. The findings of this research are expected to provide valuable insights for strengthening citizen engagement in local governance through innovative technological solutions.
Design and Development of the Mobile-Based Hydroponic Planting Machine Application MyHydro
Authors: Christanto Henoch Juli , Sutresno Stephen Aprius , Lim Ricardo Jonathan , Angkur Lusiana V.G , Charmelita Pauelina , Valentina Vierena , Dewi Christine
Published: January 2024

In the contemporary era, technological advancements have significantly impacted various aspects of human life, offering increased efficiency and convenience. Indonesia, aiming to enhance international competitiveness, recognizes the importance of integrating technological innovation across economic sectors. Despite its abundant natural resources, Indonesia's vital agricultural sector faces challenges, including the limited adoption of modern technology, resulting in suboptimal productivity. This study focuses on addressing these challenges by developing the MyHydro mobile application, utilizing IoT and Progressive Web App (PWA) technology to enable remote monitoring and control of hydroponic systems. The research methodology includes literature review, user requirement analysis, system design, and black-box testing. Results show that MyHydro successfully bridges the gap between traditional farming practices and modern technology. Users can efficiently monitor and control hydroponic systems, enhancing crop yields and promoting sustainability in Indonesian agriculture. In conclusion, MyHydro offers a valuable solution to modernize Indonesian farming, aligning with global trends in smart agriculture. It empowers farmers and contributes to the nation's agricultural growth.
The Problem of Data Extraction in Social Media: A Theoretical Framework
Authors: Chani Tarirai , Olugbara Oludayo O , Mutanga Bethel
Published: January 2024

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the pervasive growth of social media platforms has resulted in an era of unprecedented data generation. These platforms are responsible for generating vast volumes of data on a daily basis, forming intricate webs of patterns and connections that harbor invaluable insights crucial for informed decision-making. Recognizing the significance of exploring social media data, researchers have increasingly turned their attention towards leveraging this data to address a wide array of social research issues. Unlike conventional data collection methods such as questionnaires, interviews, or focus groups, social media data presents unique challenges and opportunities, demanding specialized techniques for its extraction and analysis. However, the absence of a standardized and systematic approach to collect and preprocess social media data remains a gap in the field. This gap not only compromises the quality and credibility of subsequent data analysis but also hinders the realization of the full potential inherent in social media data. This paper aims to bridge this gap by presenting a comprehensive framework designed for the systematic extraction and processing of social media data. The proposed framework offers a clear, step-by-step methodology for the extraction and processing of social media data for analysis. In an era where social media data serves as a pivotal resource for understanding human behavior, sentiment, and societal dynamics, this framework offers a foundational toolset for researchers and practitioners seeking to harness the wealth of insights concealed within the vast expanse of social media data.
INOVAÇÕES EM CIRURGIA ORTOPÉDICA: AVANÇOS TECNOLÓGICOS E ESTRATÉGIAS PARA MELHORAR A RECUPERAÇÃO PÓS-OPERATÓRIA
Authors: Bomfim Vitoria Vilas Boas da Silva , Moura Karla , Baptista Eric Zaneti Teixeira , Breitenbach Tainara Muhl , Rocha Gustavo Caldeira , Melo Arthur Lins , Pereira Brunno Caleiro Rodrigues
Published: January 2024

Esta revisão bibliográfica examina inovações recentes em cirurgia ortopédica, com foco nos avanços tecnológicos e estratégias para aprimorar a recuperação pós-operatória. A análise abrangente destaca benefícios substanciais associados a essas inovações, incluindo redução da morbidade perioperatória e tempos de recuperação mais curtos. A personalização da abordagem cirúrgica emerge como um princípio orientador, considerando características individuais e condições específicas do paciente. Desafios éticos, como transparência e equidade no acesso, exigem atenção, e estratégias de implementação global são necessárias para superar disparidades regionais. O chamado para pesquisa contínua e colaboração interdisciplinar destaca a dinâmica natureza desse campo, promovendo avanços significativos na prática cirúrgica ortopédica.
VOLVO DE CECO POR MÁ ROTAÇÃO INTESTINAL – RELATO DE CASO EM HOSPITAL TERCIÁRIO DO VALE DO SÃO FRANCISCO
Authors: Carvalho Ana Carolina Gomes de , Martins Arthur Alves , Ceita Larissa Riccio Teixeira , Silva Karine Mendes dos Santos , Marchetti Marianna Senna
Published: January 2024

O relato descreve um caso raro de volvo de ceco em um paciente masculino de 47 anos. O artigo aborda a apresentação clínica, diagnóstico por tomografia computadorizada e a abordagem cirúrgica realizada, destacando a importância do reconhecimento precoce para o tratamento eficaz dessa condição.
Measurements of atmospheric C10–C15 biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) with sorbent tubes
Authors: Hellén Heidi , Tykkä Toni , Schallhart Simon , Stratigou Evdokia , Salameh Thérèse , Iturrate-Garcia Maitane
Published: January 2024

Abstract. Biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs; e.g. terpenes) are highly reactive compounds typically present at sub-parts-per-billion mole fractions in the air. Due to this, their measurements are challenging and they may suffer losses during sampling, storage and analyses. Even though online measurements of BVOCs are becoming more common, the use of sorbent tubes is expected to continue because they offer greater spatial coverage compared to online measurements, and no infrastructure (e.g. electricity, housing/shelter with stable temperature and humidity, sampling lines) is required for sampling. In this study, the performance of an offline technique for the measurement of BVOCs based on sorbent tube sampling was evaluated. Tested compounds included eight monoterpenes, five sesquiterpenes and five oxygenated BVOCs, which are generally either directly emitted (1,8-cineol, linalool, bornyl acetate) or oxidation products (nopinone and 4-acetyl-1-methylcyclohexene). Two sorbent materials (Tenax TA and Carbopack B) and four tube materials (stainless steel (SS), SilcoNert 1000, glass and glass-coated SS) were used. The laboratory evaluations determined the storage stability, breakthrough volumes, suitable tube materials, recovery from ozone scrubbers and particulate filters, and sampling efficiency. In addition, an intercomparison between two laboratories was conducted. No multibed configurations were tested. Of the sorbent materials Tenax TA showed acceptable results for these BVOCs, while with Carbopack B losses and increases in some compounds were detected. Studied compounds were found to be stable in Tenax TA tubes for at least 1 month at −20 and at +20 ∘C. Breakthrough tests indicated that α- and β-pinene have clearly lower breakthrough volumes in the Tenax TA tubes used (4–7 and 8–26 L, respectively) than other terpenes (> 160 L). SS, SilcoNert 1000 and glass were all shown to be suitable tube materials. Results from Tenax TA sorbent tube sampling agreed with online sampling for most compounds. Heated SS tubes, sodium thiosulfate filters and KI/Cu traps were found to be suitable ozone scrubbers for the studied BVOCs. Tested particle filters had a greater impact on limonene (relative difference < +7 %) than on α- and β-pinene (relative difference ±2 %). The laboratory intercomparison of α- and β-pinene measurements showed that in general, measured values by the two laboratories were in good agreement with Tenax TA.
Retrieval of aerosol optical depth over the Arctic cryosphere during spring and summer using satellite observations
Authors: Swain Basudev , Vountas Marco , Deroubaix Adrien , Lelli Luca , Ziegler Yanick , Jafariserajehlou Soheila , Gunthe Sachin S. , Herber Andreas , Ritter Christoph , Bösch Hartmut , Burrows John P.
Published: January 2024

Abstract. The climate in the Arctic has warmed much more quickly in the last 2 to 3 decades than at the mid-latitudes, i.e., during the Arctic amplification (AA) period. Radiative forcing in the Arctic is influenced both directly and indirectly by aerosols. However, their observation from ground or airborne instruments is challenging, and thus measurements are sparse. In this study, total aerosol optical depth (AOD) is determined from top-of-atmosphere reflectance measurements by the Advanced Along-Track Scanning Radiometer (AATSR) on board ENVISAT over snow and ice in the Arctic using a retrieval called AEROSNOW for the period 2003 to 2011. AEROSNOW incorporates an existing aerosol retrieval algorithm with a cloud-masking algorithm, alongside a novel quality-flagging methodology specifically designed for implementation in the high Arctic region (≥ 72∘ N). We use the dual-viewing capability of the AATSR instrument to accurately determine the contribution of aerosol to the reflection at the top of the atmosphere for observations over the bright surfaces of the cryosphere in the Arctic. The AOD is retrieved assuming that the surface reflectance observed by the satellite can be well parameterized by a bidirectional snow reflectance distribution function (BRDF). The spatial distribution of AOD shows that high values in spring (March, April, May) and lower values in summer (June, July, August) are observed. The AEROSNOW AOD values are consistent with those from collocated Aerosol Robotic Network (AERONET) measurements, with no systematic bias found as a function of time. The AEROSNOW AOD in the high Arctic was validated by comparison with ground-based measurements at the PEARL, OPAL, Hornsund, and Thule stations. The AEROSNOW AOD value is less than 0.15 on average, and the linear regression of AEROSNOW and AERONET total AOD yields a slope of 0.98, a Pearson correlation coefficient of R=0.86, and a root mean square error (RMSE) of =0.01 for the monthly scale in both spring and summer. The AEROSNOW observation of increased AOD values over the high Arctic cryosphere during spring confirms clearly that Arctic haze events were well captured by this dataset. In addition, the AEROSNOW AOD results provide a novel and unique total AOD data product for the springtime and summertime from 2003 to 2011. These AOD values, retrieved from spaceborne observation, provide a unique insight into the high Arctic cryospheric region at high spatial resolution and temporal coverage.
Prognostic Factors of Survival in Veno-Arterial ECMO Patients: A Multivariable Logistic Regression Analysis
Authors: Jones Andrew , Olverson IV George , Wong Wayne , Bhagat Rohun , Louis Clauden
Published: January 2024

Background: Several models exist to predict mortality in patients on Veno-arterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).  Whether expanded demographic data points have prognostic implications is less understood. This study assessed the prognostic value of demographics in patients on VA-ECMO.
Methods: This retrospective cohort study investigated 410 patients who received VA-ECMO.  Survival to hospital discharge, survival to intensive care unit discharge and survival to ECMO explantation were examined. A multivariable logistic regression was performed incorporating 11 demographic variables.
Results: 44% (181/410) of patients survived to ECMO explant, 37% (152/410) of patients survived to ICU discharge, and 36% (146/410) of patients survived to hospital discharge. There was an increase in odds of survival to hospital discharge in patients who were less than 55 years old (Odds Ratio (OR) = 3.91 [95% Confidence Interval (CI) 2.35-6.49]). There was a decrease in odds of survival to hospital discharge in patients who had a prior cardiac arrest (OR = 0.35 [95% CI 0.20-0.63]). Patients who survived to hospital discharge less frequently had a history of smoking (51% vs 65%, respectively; p=0.008), and were younger compared to those who did not survive (51.4+/- 14.03 vs 57.3+/- 16.54).
Conclusion: Age less than 55 years old was a prognostic indicator of survival to hospital discharge following VA-ECMO, while history of smoking, history of dialysis, and history of cardiac arrest were associated with mortality. Sex, BMI, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, DM, and COPD were not significant indicators. These data may help guide optimal patient selection for VA-ECMO support.
A Review of Palliative Care Service Delivery Models and Patient Outcomes for Adults with Cancer in Selected East and Southeast Asian Countries
Authors: Tseng Chun-Yi , Calanzani Natalia
Published: January 2024

Cancer is one of the key leading causes of deaths worldwide, with a disproportionately high burden in Asia in terms of incidence and mortality. Guidelines and recommendations published by the World Health Organization (WHO) state palliative care as an essential service for patients with cancer and other chronic diseases. Currently, there is extensive evidence regarding different models of palliative care delivery. However, development of palliative care services remains fragmented in Asia, and more research is needed to synthesize available models of care in this region and provide the latest evidence-based information for healthcare providers. This narrative review identified 11 peer-reviewed studies published after 2017 that reported both on models of palliative care service delivery and outcomes for adult patients with cancer in selected East and Southeast Asian countries. This review is beneficial by providing a detailed summary of the models of care adopted by these countries, and their impact on patient outcomes. It is hoped that the evidence will also generate momentum for continued conversation around palliative care development in Asia.
Rare Case of Candida Parapsilosis Empyema Thoracis
Authors: Solomon Arielle E.
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: This case report describes a patient with pleural empyema that grew Candida parapsilosis, an unexpected finding, especially in an immunocompetent individual with no prior surgery or trauma to the area. Candida empyema is a rare infection associated with mortality rates as high as 61.9%.
METHODS: A 63-year-old male with a past medical history of pulmonary emboli was in his usual state of health when he developed worsening left-sided chest pain over 3 days, with associated shortness of breath and productive cough that was blood-tinged on occasion.  Extensive imaging and a diagnostic thoracentesis confirmed an expanding left-sided parapneumonic effusion that was drained and found to grow Streptococcus anginosis and Candida parapsilosis.  During his hospitalization, the patient also demonstrated increased alkaline phosphatase levels without abdominal pain or elevation in AST, ALT, or bilirubin, prompting further diagnostic imaging. Ultrasound of the abdomen showed a large, heterogeneous liver; follow-up CT scan, which was done without contrast due to worsening acute kidney injury, did not rule out liver masses. The patient’s clinical condition began to significantly improve following drainage of the pleural effusion and removal of the chest tube. After his kidney function returned to baseline, the patient was discharged with the remainder of his 18-day courses of amoxicillin-clavulanate and fluconazole, with a contrasted CT of the abdomen scheduled in the outpatient setting.
CONCLUSION: This is an unusual case of fungal empyema, a severe manifestation of invasive candidiasis with a poor prognosis. Given the paucity of studies on Candida empyema, there is no definitive treatment for this deadly infection. A 2021 retrospective study of 81 patients with Candida empyema at two academic centers posited that optimal management included pleural drainage and fluconazole treatment. The same study found that 20% of Candida empyema originated from intra-abdominal sources. As for the patient in this case report, there remains the possibility that upcoming outpatient contrasted CT imaging of the abdomen will reveal the source of his infection.
Stroke Riskometer App as an educational campaign in outpatient clinics and its association with knowledge of stroke Warning Signs
Authors: Ortega-Moreno Diego Alejandro , Tienda-López Fernando , Loaiza-Pérez David , Chávez-Ríos Fernando , Salinas-Rodríguez Samantha , Sánchez-Peralta Egla Samantha , De León-Pérez Ana Laura , Oyervides-Recio Diego , Rodríguez-Salazar Arely , Navarrete Juárez Emmanuel , Góngora-Rivera Fernando
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: Stroke is highly prevalent worldwide; however, the associated symptoms and risk factors are commonly unknown among the general population. No study has been carried out in the Mexican population about the risk of stroke and knowledge of warning signs.
AIM: Describe the knowledge of early signs of stroke and their association with the risk of cerebral infarction at 5 and 10 years using the American Stroke Association validated application "Stroke Riskometer."
METHODS: Observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study including adult outpatients from the Neurology department at "Dr. José Eleuterio González" University Hospital. Anthropometric measurements and vital signs were taken, and the "Stroke Riskometer" was used to calculate the stroke risk at 5 and 10 years. Early signs of stroke were assessed, with emphasis on the acronym "CAMALEON", a mnemonic that includes the three main early signs of Stroke in Spanish. Descriptive statistics were performed. For inferential statistics, Chi-Square test for categorical variables, Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis for numerical variables, Spearman correlation for numerical and ordinal variables were conducted, considering significance at p<0.05, using SPSSv25 for statistical analysis.
RESULTS: Total of 200 individuals were included; 142 (71%) were women; with an average age of 54.72 (±14.63) years. The most prevalent stroke risk factors were sedentary lifestyle (54%), high blood pressure (41%), and diabetes mellitus (32%). 72.5% were unaware of any early signs of stroke, 10.5% knew 1 sign, 6% knew 2 signs, and 11% knew 3 signs. "Facial Weakness" was the most recognized sign (19.5%), followed by "Arm Weakness" (16%) and "Speech Disturbance" (15.5%). A weak correlation was found between knowledge of early signs and 5 or 10-year risk (r=0.14, p=0.048; r=0.138, p=0.051, respectively). There is a significant difference between knowledge of early signs and educational level (p=0.004), with higher knowledge in higher education. A difference was observed between male and female genders and 5 and 10-year risk (Median 5.3 vs 3.6, p=0.007 and Median 11 vs 5.4, p=<0.001, respectively). Additionally, a significant difference was found between current occupation and 5 and 10-year stroke risk (p=<0.001). Post-hoc analysis and percentage risk analysis found significant differences between students and other occupations. There is an increase in stroke risk as an individual's life decade advances.
CONCLUSION: Awareness of stroke warning signs is low, remaining an unfinished goal despite educational campaigns in Mexico. A national, massive, and ongoing campaign for the population is necessary.
Thermoelectric Power (TEP) of Semiconducting Cobalt–Tellurite Glasses
Authors: Tawati Daefalla , Saltani Hend , Alshreef Fatma , Hamammu Ibrahim , Nagem Sameh , Arof .A
Published: January 2024

The TEP, or Seebeck coefficient (S), for five bulk glasses in different compositions of binary semiconducting CoO–TeO2 glasses has been measured in the temperature range 304–490K. The glasses were prepared by melting dry mixtures of analytical reagent grads of CoO and TeO2 at a temperature of 1000 °C for 1h using quenching form the melt technique. TEP measurements have been performed utilizing specifically designed sample holders on annealed samples. The glasses were found to be n–type semiconductors with S in the range from –293 to –460 μV/K. S was found to be independent of temperature for all glass compositions, and Heikes’ formula adequately satisfied the TEP experimental results. The analyses provide evidence on the polaron formation and the disorder energy due to random fields.
Simulation Of The Optimum Operating Conditions For A Propylene Glycol Production Unit Using Aspen Hysys Software
Authors: Alshbuki Ezeddin
Published: January 2024

Commercially, propylene glycol is produced by the direct hydrolysis of propylene oxide with water. This first-order, irreversible, exothermic reaction is performed in a glass-lined  Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR). In this study, the initiation of a CSTR was modelled from first principles and simulated using Aspen Hysys 3.2 to obtain concentration and temperature profiles. It is often very important how these profiles approximate the steady-state values. For example, when approaching a steady state the temperature may rise too high and this leads to degradation of the reactant or product, or the altitude may be unacceptable for safe operation. If either condition occurs, the system will exceed its practical stability limit. The practical stability limit represents the temperature above which it is undesirable to operate due to undesirable side reactions or equipment damage. Therefore, the best-operating conditions were obtained in terms of the flow rate of the raw material and the temperature of the reactor at 345 Kgmol/h and 82.2 °C on straight. The production of propylene glycol in the presence of an acid catalyst in an isothermal tank reactor is presented using advanced process simulation software. The effect of temperature was also calculated using the principle of energy balance on the reactor. The reactor operates optimally at a fractional conversion of 0.995 to obtain optimal values for the most important variables/parameters [reactor volume 7.92 m3, reactor length 2.83 m, reactor diameter 1.89 m, and amount of heat required for cooling per unit volume of the reactor 1205 kw].
تأثير فقدان السمع على حياة الأطفال من وجهة نظر أخصائي السمع والنطق
Authors: عامر ابتسام , البوسيفي عبدالسلام
Published: January 2024

تُعتبر الإعاقة السمعية من أحد أكثر الإعاقات تأثيراً على الإنسان، فهي تمثل عائقاً أمام تواصله وتفوقه الدراسي، كما تأثر بشكل كبير على نفسية الفرد وعلاقاته الاجتماعية، مما دفع الباحثين إلى إجراء هذه الدراسة للتعرف أكثر على أهم المشكلات التي يعانيها الأصم وضعيف السمع على جميع الأصعدة والمستويات من خلال وجهة نظر عدد من طلبة وخريجي قسم السمع والنطق بكلية التقنية الطبية بجامعة صبراته؛ بعدد إجمالي (50) طالب وطالبة. وذلك باستخدام المنهج الوصفي التحليلي والاستبيان كأداة لجميع البيانات والمعلومات وباستخدام عدد من الأساليب الإحصائية المتمثلة في المتوسط الحسابي والانحراف المعياري والنسبة المئوية والوزن النسبي، حيث أشارت النتائج إلى وجود تواجد توافق كبير بين أفراد العينة بأن هناك مشكلات أكاديمية أو اجتماعية ونفسية وسلوكية وطبية بنسبة كبيرة إلى كبيرة جداً. وبهذا نوصي بضرورة توعية أولياء أمور هؤلاء الأطفال بشكل خاص، والمجتمع بشكل عام، بمفهوم الإعاقة السمعية وما ينتج عنها من مشاكل تعيق الطفل المصاب عن العيش بشكل طبيعي، مما يؤثر سلبًا على حياته بشكل عام.
دور المحاسبة القضائية في الحد من ممارسات الفساد المالي دراسة ميدانية
Authors: عمران وليد , الشريف عمر , السود علي
Published: January 2024

تمثل الهدف من الدراسة هو فهم دور المحاسبة الجنائية (القضائية) في الحد من ممارسات الفساد المالي بديوان المحاسبة والمحكمة الابتدائية والرقابة الإدارية في سبها من وجهة نظر العاملين هناك ، ولقد انتهج الباحثون نهج التحليل الوصفي واستخدموا قائمة الاستبيانات كأداة أساسية لجمع البيانات ، وتم اختيار برنامج التحليل الاحصائي (SPSS) لإدخال البيانات ومعالجتها واختبار الفرضيات من عينة عشوائية تتكون من 60 شخصا ، وجدت الدراسة أن المحاسبة الجنائية (القضائية) تلعب دوراً في الحد من ممارسات الفساد المالي , وأنه بديوان المحاسبة والمحكمة الابتدائية والرقابة الإدارية في مدينة سبها, كما أن هناك توفر وبدرجة عالية لتطبيق محاور المحاسبة الجنائية بدرجة عالية في ديوان المحاسبة والمحكمة الابتدائية والرقابة الإدارية بمدينة سبها وجاء ترتيب محاور المحاسبة القضائية على التوالي (متطلبات توفرها المحاسبة القضائية، مواصفات تتصف بها المحاسبة القضائية، خدمات تقدمها المحاسبة القضائية).