bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Estratégias implementadas para promoção da normotermia no recém-nascido nas unidade de terapia intensiva neonatal
Authors: Santos Emile de Jesus , Silva Alex Maxwelder Borges Sant'Anna , Caetano Luys Antônyo Vasconcelos , Metzker Iago Emanoel Fernandes , Martins Bárbara Guimarães , Reis Taís Aparecida Gomes , Dias Ana Beatriz Rezende , Avelar Lívia Moreira , Silva Larissa Felix , Santos Emanuelle Araújo dos , Morais Sabrina Karen Meneses , Souza Breno Gomes de
Published: September 2024

Nas unidades de terapia intensiva neonatal, a hipotermia compreende uma complicação recorrente, caracterizada por uma temperatura axilar inferior a 36,5°C. Objetivo: Descrever as principais estratégias implementadas para a promoção da normotermia no recém-nascido nas unidades de terapia intensiva neonatal. Metodologia: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura realizada nos materiais indexados na BVS, sendo elas: LILACS, MEDLINE,WPRIM, BDENF e IBECS., utilizando os DeCS, em cruzamento com o operador booleano AND e OR, da seguinte forma::  Unidades de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal AND Hipotermia AND Prevenção OR Neonatal. Critérios de inclusão: estudos de dados primários, originais e completos publicados entre janeiro de 2018 a junho de 2024 em inglês, português, espanhol e chinês, relacionados exclusivamente com a temática do estudo. Critérios de exclusão: estudos de dados secundários, trabalhos do tipo revisão de literatura e  publicações que não continham o texto completo do trabalho disponível nas fontes de pesquisa selecionadas, sendo selecionado após os aplicação dos critérios de elegibilidade 10 estudos para compor essa revisão. Resultados e Discussão: Evidenciou-se que entre as medidas profiláticas implementadas para prevenção da hipotermia, a implementação de protocolos, gases aquecidos e manutenção adequada da sala de parto e o contato pele a pele. Além disso, a utilização de sacos de polietileno, colchões de aquecimento e a educação permanente da equipe de saúde para o monitoramento e manutenção da normotermia dos neonatos. Conclusão: Portanto, vários fatores podem favorecer a manutenção da normotermia do neonato, sejam eles, associados a ambiência, insumos ou a assistência prestada pelos profissionais de saúde.
How to Stop Worrying About What Other People Think of You at Work
Authors: Westover Jonathan
Published: September 2024

This article discusses the negative impacts of worrying excessively about others' perceptions at work and provides strategies for overcoming people-pleasing tendencies through cultivating self-awareness, acceptance, and focusing on valuable outputs rather than impressions management or competitive comparisons. Constantly seeking approval and validation can be mentally and emotionally draining as well as hinder productivity and creativity, as research shows this stems from a lack of self-worth conditioned from childhood, particularly for women socialized to prioritize others. The article recommends developing self-awareness of intrinsic values and communication techniques like learning to say no comfortably, speaking concisely with purpose, and welcoming feedback graciously. Real-world case studies across industries illustrate applying these, such as a nonprofit director focusing meetings on solutions rather than disclaimers, a healthcare account manager prioritizing metrics over expectations, and an engineering lead openly discussing decisions while welcoming different perspectives. Overcoming ingrained people-pleasing allows professionals to feel empowered contributing their best work through self-development and outcome-driven mindsets.
Impact of Exercise Partner Attractiveness on Mood, Enjoyment, and Exertion
Authors: Plante Thomas , Gregg Sarah , Rubbo Jaclyn , Favero Thomas , Morisako Ashley , Cuadra Jessica
Published: September 2024

Social comparison theory was used to examine if males exercising with a female research confederate posing as either attractive or unattractive would alter their exercise mood, exertion, and enjoyment. A total of 101 college students (51 males and 51 females) were randomly assigned to one of three conditions: biking alone, biking with an attractive female confederate, or biking with the same female confederate appearing unattractive. All participants were instructed to complete 20 minutes of exercise at 60%-70% of their maximum target heart rate. Standard exercise mood measures (e.g., Activation-Deactivation Adjective Check List) were administered immediately prior to and immediately following exercise. Pulse rate and exercise work load (i.e., bike speed and RPMs) were assessed throughout the exercise experience and exercise enjoyment was measured following exercise. In the attractive condition, the confederate dressed fashionably in form fitting and stylish work-out clothes and wore make-up and jewelry while the same confederate in the unattractive condition wore baggie casual sweat clothes and no make-up or jewelry. Results indicated that female participants were more relaxed while males were less relaxed when they were in the unattractive confederate condition (p < .05). However, no exertion differences emerged between experimental conditions (p’s > .05). Participants reported the most enjoyment while in the control condition exercising alone and the least enjoyment in the attractive confederate condition (p < .05). Social comparison theory predicts exercise outcome such that participants report less enjoyment yet more relaxation for females but less for males when exercising with an attractive female confederate thus altering their exercise experience based on those around them.
Corruption-Growth Nexus in SAARC Nations: A Panel Autoregressive Distributed Lag Model (ARDL) Landscape
Authors:   Lecturer, Reliance International College, Chabahil, Kathmandu, Ghimire Deepak , Paudel Prasanna ,   Research Consultant, Sahakarya Consult, Anamnagar, Kathmandu
Published: September 2024

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the dynamic impact of corruption on the economic growth of SAARC nations (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Srilanka) using the data between 2002-2022. This study is also devoted on the determination of the impact of foreign direct investment and trade of coastal countries on the overall economic growth of SAARC nations. Research Methods: It employed panel ARDL (Autoregressive Distributed Lag) method without location dummy, with location dummy and, with interaction variables such as coastal FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) and coastal TR (Trade) along with the Dumitrescu-Hurlin (D-H) test of causality to explain the nature of data econometrically. Results: Results of the findings show that corruption does not have any significant effect on the economic growth of SAARC nations in the shortrun, however, corruption has found to impede the economic growth in the long-run significantly. One unit increase in control of corruption leads economic growth to decrease by 45.09 units and 22.91 units respectively (with dummy and with interaction variables). Moreover, the GDPPC (Gross domestic product per capita) of coastal countries is found to be 653.93 units more than that of landlocked countries. D-H test result shows the existence of no causal relationship between economic growth and corruption in the short-run, but corruption has a bidirectional causal relation with dependency ratio. Implications: The paper will provide a fruitful enquiry both in theory and methodology for researchers, academicians, and students to further their studies in the same field. Originality- It stands for a theoretical basis and strategies founded on the analyzed links between the variables. Keywords: Corruption, economic growth, location dummy, panel ARDL and D-H test
The Impact of Actor's Belief on Audience Emotional Resonance and Emotional Transmission
Authors: Meng Yuke
Published: September 2024

This study examines the impact of actors' Belief on Emotional Resonance and Emotional Transmission of the audience, revealing the key role of Belief in the performing arts. Belief is the actor's ability to regard fictional situations and characters as real in the performance process, which makes the performance strongly infectious and authentic. Through Belief, actors are able to realize a high degree of integration between their characters and themselves, thus impressing the audience and creating Emotional Resonance. This study analyzes the impact of Belief on performance effect, characterization and emotional expression, explores the interactive mechanism of Emotional Transmission and Resonance, enhances the understanding of performance psychology, and reveals the complex interactive relationship between the performing arts and audience psychology.
An analogy study on public high school education in China and America
Authors: Yin Menghui
Published: September 2024

High school education plays an important role in the entire learning stage of young people. In the research on talent training models, it is not difficult to find that there are great differences between Chinese and American high school education models, and from the perspective of the training effect of innovative talents, American education mode presents a great advantage. This paper starts from the two major directions of curriculum setting and educational philosophy, and conducts a comparative study on the education status of public high schools in China and the United States. Through detailed and in-depth comparisons, readers have a deeper understanding of American education, which can serve as a reference for my country's public high school education reform.
Curriculum teaching of mechatronics in the information age
Authors: Li Haoran
Published: September 2024

Abstract: In the wave of digital education, the teaching design and practice of mechatronics integration courses in the information age become the key to innovative education. The course combines online teaching, virtual experiments and remote control techniques to break the limitations of a traditional classroom. Through multimedia courseware, real-time interactive platform and virtual simulation laboratory, students can not only master theoretical knowledge flexibly, but also conduct practical training online. Remote control technology enables students to operate practical equipment in real time and enhance their practical skills. The preliminary practice shows that this mixed teaching mode effectively improves students' interest in learning and practical ability, and provides a new direction and opportunity for mechatronics education.
Research on the Synergy between Economic Returns and Safety Investments in Enterprises
Authors: Li Han
Published: September 2024

Coal, as a key input factor to ensure China's economic growth, plays an important role in the orderly development of its industry. The safety guarantee of production link is the only way to ensure the stable development of the industry, so it is in urgent need of the investment of safety funds and effective implementation to protect it. As a high-risk industry, the coal industry has a poor working environment, difficult working conditions, backward safety technology, and endless hidden dangers. In the process of development, the coal industry blindly pursues benefits while ignoring safety investment, which is exactly a common problem in China's coal enterprises and also the deep cause of coal mine safety accidents. This paper uses relevant theories to analyze the effect of coal enterprises' safety investment on economic benefit and determine its equilibrium point of safety and economic benefit. From micro level of building model, neural network model for coal enterprise economic benefit is explained variable, safety input as explanatory variables, core number of coal production, labor, labor productivity, and fixed assets and intangible assets investment as a intervening variable, such as inspection cause nonlinear relationship between safety investment and economic benefit are intermediary variables, measure the influence of different variables on economic benefit enterprise security mechanism, which integrated the result of theoretical analysis and empirical research, puts forward coal enterprises safety investment economic efficiency maximization of promotion strategy.
Nipah Virus Infection: Current Situation and Public Health Measures in Bangladesh
Authors: Asha DA
Published: September 2024

The Nipah virus (NiV) infection is one of the newly1emerging deadly zoonotic diseases in Bangladesh. Nipahvirus can be transmitted to humans from animals (such asbats or pigs), or contaminated foods and can also betransmitted directly from human-to-human. Fruit bats ofthe Pteropodidae family are the natural host of Nipah virus.Outbreak of this infection is seasonal in Bangladesh, andusually occur annually between December & May. Thefirst case of Bangladesh was reported in 2001 and thenumber of yearly cases has ranged from zero to 67 thoughin the last five years, reported cases have beencomparatively lower ranging from zero in 2016 to eight in2019. A totals of 325 cases were detected till 2022 among2which 229 were died due to this infection. This articlehighlights history and epidemiology of nipah virusInfection, clinical characteristics of nipah cases inBangladesh, year and district wise case distribution (2001-2022) in Bangladesh. In addition it also highlights publichealth responses and raising public awareness for takingpreventive measures.
Diagnostic Value of Inflammatory Markers in Acute Appendicitis
Authors: Ahmed SU
Published: September 2024

Background: Appendicitis in children is a common surgical emergency and its diagnosis remains challenging. Diagnosisusing blood inflammatory markers is still debatable. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of bloodinflammatory markers obtained during routine blood tests in diagnosing acute appendicitis in childrenin addition torespondent's demographic data as well.

Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted between January 2018 to June 2019 at the Department ofSurgery of Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital to determine the value of blood inflammatory markers in thediagnosis of acute appendicitis. The study enrolled 246 patients who underwent surgery for acute appendicitis based onclinical/ultrasonographic diagnosis. Prior to surgery, white blood cell (WBC) count and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels of thepatients were measured, and their sensitivity was analyzed based on histopathological diagnosis.

Results: The mean age of the 246 study participants was 28.31±10.12 years. Histological confirmation of acute appendicitiswas obtained in 212 cases. The male-female ratio was 2.21:1 in 212 cases of confirmed appendicitis. WBC counts had asensitivity of 84% and CRP 76% while those were elevated alone. But the sensitivity and specificity increased to 91% and 75%,respectively when both the WBC counts and CRP levels were raised.

Conclusion: When only the WBC count or CRP is performed, no additional information can be obtained to help the diagnosisof acute appendicitis. However, the diagnostic sensitivity increases when both WBC count and CRP level are raised.

Keywords: Acute appendicitis, Laboratory diagnosis, Children, White blood cell, C-reactive protein
Serum C-reactive Protein & Ferritin Level in Patients with Maintenance Hemodialysis
Authors: Sadat MN
Published: September 2024

Background: Hemodialysis is the widely used renal replacement therapy for end stage renal disease. Chronic inflammation isvery common in patients with maintenance hemodialysis. There are several markers to assess the inflammatory status. Some ofthese markers strongly predict the mortality & morbidity among these patients.

Objectives: This study was carried out to determine serum C-reactive protein and ferritin level inpatients with maintenancehemodialysis (MHD).

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the Department of Biochemistry, Dhaka medical college, Dhaka fromthe period of July 2018 to June2019. In this study, thirty patients on MHD were taken from the dialysis unit,Department of Nephrology, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka. For betterassessment another age and sex matched thirty healthyindividual were also taken.SerumCRP and ferritin level of all participants were measured and all values wereanalyzedstatistically.

Results: Serum C-reactive protein level was found to be higher than normal in 70%of MHD patients. Median CRP level wassignificantlyhigher in hemodialysis group (13.9 mg/L) when compared with controls (1.74 mg/L). 80% MHD patient hadserum ferritin value >500 μg/L. Median serum ferritin level was alsosignificantly higher in hemodialysis patients comparedwith controls (1342 μg/L vs 51 μg/L). Serum CRP had significant positivecorrelation with serum ferritin in high CRP group ofMHD patients (r= 0.658, p= 0.001).

Conclusion: Serum CRP and ferritin level were higher in MHD patients than control. Serum CRP had linear positive relationwith serum ferritin in MHD patients having high CRP value.
Foreign Bodies in Ear and Upper Aero-digestive Tract in Tertiary Level Hospital
Authors: Islam MS
Published: September 2024

Background: Foreign Bodies (FBs) are the commonest emergencies in Otorhinolaryngology. The most common incidences arein nasal cavity, ears and oropharynx. The most commonly swallowed foreign bodies in children are coins. It was aimed todescribe the nature, types, and location of FB impaction in addition to procedure of anesthesia & management of patients as well.

Methods: All patients with history and clinical features of foreign body in otorhinolaryngology in both sexes during the 6months study period constituted the study population. This was a descriptive type of cross-sectional study done in a tertiarylevel hospital (Faridpur Medical College Hospital, Faridpur, Bangladesh).

Results: The study was included 58 patients aged 6 months to 72 years were seen (mean: 22.46 years) with 33 males and 25females and a male: female ratio of 1.4: 1. Most common site of impaction were nasal cavity 19 cases (52.6%) then ear 13 cases(22.4%), hypopharynx 9 cases (8.6%),oropharynx 6 cases(10.3%), esophagus 5 cases (8.6%), soft tissue neck 4 cases (6.9%)and larynx 2 cases (3.4%). In this study most common FB was Fish bone 8(13.79%) then coin 5(8.62%). Most of the oro-pharyngeal FBs and nasal FBs were removed directly 33 (56.90%) by naked eye with forceps or FB hook. Only 2 cases (3.40%)nasal FBs were removed by endoscope. Esophagoscopy was done in 14 cases (24.1%).Foreign body soft tissue neck wasremoved with external approach in 4 patients (6.9%).Only in 3 cases microscope was needed to remove foreign body from ear(5.3%).Only in 2 cases (3.4%) laryngoscopy was needed to remove foreign body. FBs from nose & oropharynx mostlyremoved without anaesthesia 25(43.10%) though some FBs from nose & oro-pharynx were removed under local anaesthesiaby using 10% Xylocaine spray.

Conclusion: The study findings felt the need for parental health education on object placements, and a high index of suspicionamong practitioners to facilitate early referral and avoid preventable complications.
Evaluation of HbA1c as A Dual Marker for Glycemic Status and Dyslipidemia in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Shumon MUA
Published: September 2024

Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have a greater risk of development of dyslipidemia that is an important riskfactor for cardiovascular disease. The aim of the study is to investigate the role of HbA1c as a dual marker for glycemic statusand dyslipidemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus for early intervention to reduce cardiovascular and other complications and theirmortality, conducted in the department of Biochemistry Jalalabad Ragib- Rabeya medical college and hospital, Sylhet betweenthe period of October 2020 to September 2021. A total 290 diagnosed type 2 diabetic patients of both sexes were included in thisstudy. Three groups were made on the basis of their glycemic status. HbA1c, triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesteroland LDL-cholesterol were measured in all three groups. Worst glycemic group showed statistically significant higher level oftriglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. But HDL-cholesterol was almost same in all three groups. It is observedthat there is an association between HbA1C and some lipid parameters. Thus HbA1c is not only a useful biomarker of long termglycemic status but also can be a good predictor of lipid profile.
COVID 19 Endemicity in Bangladesh: The Future Challenge
Authors: Tarafdar MA
Published: September 2024

Bangladesh had experienced numbers of stages of COVID-19 pandemic since March 2020 which have enormousimpact on the health sector due to heavy burden of theinfections and deaths. It is obvious that poor compliance andadherence to health safety rules as well as health careseeking behavior were the root cause of the health disasterand huge loss of life and failure to contain the virustransmission rate in the country. In Bangladesh, the first caseof COVID-19 patient was detected on 8th March, 2020.
Exploring Obesity and Associated Health Conditions among Doctors in Khulna City
Authors: Mema FZ  , Ferdaus F  , Mostofa S  , Preety TI
Published: September 2024

Background: Obesity is a global health concern with increasing prevalence and adverse health implications. While healthcare professionals play a critical role in promoting health and well-being, doctors themselves may be susceptible to obesity and its associated health conditions.

Objectives: This study employed a cross-sectional design to collect data on obesity and associated health conditions among doctors in Khulna City.

Methods: The study targeted doctors practicing at Khulna Medical College. A random sampling method will be employed to ensure representation. Data were collected from 110 doctors through a combination of self-report measures, BMI, and medical records review. Participants' age, gender, and years of medical practice including personal habits were recorded using a structured questionnaire through face-to-face interviews.

Results: in the total sample of 110 respondents, there were 62 males (56.36%) and 48 females (43.64%). Mean age 40.25 and SD±7.9. In the "No smoker" category, there were 8 male respondents, accounting for 7.27% of the total, and 48 female respondents, representing 43.64% of the total. In the BMI range of 18.5-24.9, there were 34 respondents (30.91% of the total). Out of these, 23 were male (20.91% of the total) and 11 were female (10% of the total).

Conclusion: By addressing the issue of obesity among doctors, it can contribute to their health, enhance their professional capacity, and ultimately improve healthcare outcomes.
Evaluation of Iron Status in Non-dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease Patients
Authors: DOI: https://doi.org/10.70357/jdamc.2023.v0702.06 Sadat MN
Published: September 2024

Background: Iron deficiency is very common in non-dialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients. It plays a significant role in the causation of anemia. Both the absolute and functional iron deficiency are associated with increased cardiovascular hospitalization and overall mortality in these group of patients.

Objectives: This study was conducted to evaluate the iron status in non-dialysis CKD patients.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the Department of Biochemistry, Dhaka medical college, Dhaka from the period of July 2018 to June 2019. In this study, thirty non-dialysis CKD patients were taken from the Department of Nephrology, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka. For better assessment another age and sex matched thirty healthy individuals were also taken. Hemoglobin, serum creatinine, iron, total iron binding capacity (TIBC), transferrin saturation (TSAT) and ferritin levels of all participants were measured and all values were analyzed statistically.

Results: Mean age of the non-dialysis CKD patients was 48.07 ± 12.42 years in this study. All of them were anemic with hemoglobin concentration <11gm/dl. 44% of them had iron deficiency and absolute iron deficiency was predominant which was 27% of the CKD patients. Hypertension was the most common etiology of CKD followed by diabetes mellitus. Serum
creatinine and ferritin level were significantly raised in non-dialysis CKD patients than the control group while hemoglobin, serum iron and TSAT were significantly low in non-dialysis CKD patients. Hemoglobin level was negatively correlated with serum creatinine in CKD patients which was significant.

Conclusion: Iron deficiency is common in non-dialysis CKD patients where absolute iron deficiency is predominant. Early evaluation of iron deficiency should be done in every CKD patient.
Health Related Quality of Life of Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients Attending a Selected 27 Tertiary Hospital in Bangladesh
Authors: Kakuli FS
Published: September 2024

Background: Diabetes is a chronic disease with a considerable impact on the health related quality of life and is considered an urgent public-health issue.

Objective: The main purpose of this study was to assess the health related quality of life of a type-2 diabetes mellitus patient.

Methodology: The study was a cross-sectional type of descriptive study which was conducted within the time period of January-December 2022 among 356 respondents. Adult respondents, had diabetes for at least 6 months were included in the study. Pregnant women were excluded from the study. Convenience sampling technique was used in this study. After pretesting a face to face interview was conducted among the patient with type-2 diabetes from outpatient department of Endocrinology in Sir Salimullah Medical College and Mitford Hospital, Dhaka by using a validated Bangla version scale of Eurocol-5 dimensions-5-Level (EQ-5D-5L).

Results: Out of 356 respondents, 56% were male and 44% were female and mean±SD age was 50.69±11.325 years and highest frequency 74.7% from 30-59 years age groups. The majority were married 96.6%, Muslim 87%, service holder 37.6% and urban resident 56.5%, had family history of DM 68.3% and HbA1c, (<7) level 69.1%. Among the respondents, 61.0% were
sedentary worker, 53.4% took oral anti-diabetic medications. About 58.4% had problem in mobility, 55.9% in self-care, 64.6% in usual activities, 88.8% in pain/discomfort, and 86.5% in anxiety/depression. The majority of respondents to this study reported problems with pain/discomfort 88.8%, and anxiety/depression 86.5%, which had the significant (p=>0.05) difference with different age groups, marital statuses, educational levels, treatment modalities and physical activity levels. BMI had significant (0.01) correlation with quality of life of the respondents.

Conclusion: Among five dimensions, the highest reported problem was pain/discomfort, than anxiety/depression, than usual activities.
El protagonista de "El túnel", de Ernesto Sabato, ¿un demente, un asesino o un novelista? Un análisis desde la Dialogical Self Theory y la hermenéutica literaria
Authors: Álvarez Bernárde Paula Reyes , Monereo Font Carles
Published: September 2024

Este estudio trata de desentrañar cuál es la verdadera identidad de Juan Pablo Castel, protagonista de la novela de Ernesto Sabato, El túnel. Para ello, se utiliza una aproximación metodológica basada en la Teoría del Yo Dialógico y en la Hermenéutica Literaria. A partir de un análisis intratextual de las distintas posiciones identitarias del personaje, se configura el mundo interno de Castel, quien deambula entre los límites de la razón y la locura. El conflicto entre ambos mundos conduce al personaje a la creación de la historia de la que es narrador y protagonista. Gracias a una herramienta de representación gráfica –Repertorio Personal de Posiciones– hemos podido visualizar la trayectoria del personaje, analizar el entresijo de sus voces discursivas y responder a la pregunta que da título a este artículo.
El multilingüismo y otros experimentos científicos en "Tiempo de silencio"
Authors: Guijarro Lasheras Rodrigo
Published: September 2024

Este artículo propone una interpretación de la novela Tiempo de silencio, de Luis Martín-Santos, a la luz del papel que la ciencia y el multilingüismo desempeñan en un plano estilístico y formal. Tras analizar las principales funciones de la ciencia en la novela, se muestra cómo el texto genera una correspondencia entre sí mismo y los ratones de laboratorio con los que el protagonista investiga. Ello da pie a una nueva coherencia y explicación de algunos de los recursos más llamativos de la obra y a hablar de un cáncer de estilo que afecta al tejido textual y genera distintos procedimientos lingüísticos por los que las palabras se reproducen y mutan de manera descontrolada. Al tipificarlos y analizar su funcionamiento en detalle, se pondrá de manifiesto que los barbarismos y otros elementos léxicos y sintácticos proliferan como virus o como células tumorales que provocan un mal funcionamiento en el tejido textual.
Formulaciones contemporáneas de la impostura quijotesca en Muñoz Molina, Landero, Cercas y Vila-Matas
Authors: Sánchez Sempere Irene
Published: September 2024

Desde una perspectiva intertextual, este trabajo pretende trazar una continuidad entre el "Quijote" y la novela española contemporánea a través de la figura del impostor, de importancia clave en el mundo de hoy en el ámbito estético, sociológico y cultural. Para ello, hemos escogido algunas novelas de Antonio Muñoz Molina, Luis Landero, Javier Cercas y Enrique Vila-Matas. El estudio pone de manifiesto una de las vías fundamentales de actualización de la novela cervantina en las ficciones contemporáneas. Al mismo tiempo, da cuenta de la amplia variedad de formas que adquiere este motivo en manos de los escritores actuales. Relacionándolo con la identidad, Muñoz Molina lo desarrolla como posibilidad de autoinvención para esquivar un destino insatisfactorio, impuesto socialmente; Luis Landero, como “afán” de perfección personal y encarnación de ilusiones con problemático recorrido; Javier Cercas disecciona meticulosamente esa materia humana compleja en donde se confunde verdad y mentira; y Enrique Vila-Matas nos provoca jocosamente con sus mutaciones identitarias, que celebran la literatura como fuente de renovación y vida. El estudio de estos ejemplos pone de manifiesto un creciente interés por las falsificaciones, el problema de la verdad y la mentira y las identidades múltiples.
Viajeros ficticios en la España moderna: El caso de Matthias Quad y Gaspar Ens
Authors: de Lorenzo Mejías Jaime
Published: September 2024

Los relatos de viajes, entre ellos los de los viajeros extranjeros, constituyen una importante fuente de información para la investigación histórica, por cuanto son el relato de una experiencia real y factual. Pero existen excepciones nada desdeñables, casos de viajeros que escribieron sus guías a partir de fragmentos o trabajos íntegros de otros viajeros, sin citar la obra original ni a su autor. Son los viajeros ficticios, aquellos cuyas guías de viajes no fueron escritas a partir de una experiencia personal real, sino que se valieron del trabajo ajeno. El presente trabajo tiene por objeto cotejar dos guías de viajes a España de principios del siglo XVII para concluir que solo hubo un autor original y que el autor de la segunda obra se limitó a reproducir lo escrito por el primero, en una suerte de plagio del que tampoco se libra el original. Todo ello, no exento de incógnitas sobre identidades y autorías que el presente trabajo pretende despejar.
A inserção da pegada hídrica como resposta de avanços na produtividade sustentável da cultura do café
Authors: Alves Luciano Olinto , Borelli Vitória Aparecida da Silva , Zanetti Willian Aparecido Leoti , Putti Fernando Ferrari , Silva Adriano Bortolotti da , Góes Bruno César
Published: September 2024

A cultura do café (Coffea sp.) tem grande representatividade no agronegócio brasileiro, de forma que a pegada hídrica no seu cultivo é um indicador essencial, a ser analisado desde o cultivo até o consumo final. Conceito de extrema importância, uma vez que, monitorar e gerenciar, permite aos produtores otimizar o uso da água, minimizando desperdícios e garantindo eficiência hídrica. Frente a esse cenário, o objetivo do presente estudo foi realizar uma revisão bibliográfica refente a pegada hídrica na atividade cafeeira. Para o desenvolvimento foi realizado levantamento em base de dados no período dos últimos 5 anos, com referência a problematica abordada.  Observando aumento da busca por produtos sustentáveis, como também a insersão de técnicas como a irrigação eficiente e o uso de tecnologias de precisão para assegurar uma produtividade mais eficiente. Concluindo que entender e gerenciar a pegada hídrica no agronegócio, como o café, não só fortalece a sustentabilidade ambiental e econômica, mas também promove o desenvolvimento de práticas responsáveis e resilientes às mudanças climáticas globais.
Evaluating Stakeholder Preferences and Willingness to Pay for Ecosystem Services in Kole Wetlands of Kerala for Effective Conservation Planning
Authors: Rose C D Neetha , Prema A
Published: September 2024

Kole wetlands in Kerala are a multifunctional sub-sea level wetland rice agroecosystem with high ecological significance and are one of the most productive as well as threatened wetland in the State. This study attempts to identify the various ecosystem services provided by the Kole wetlands and examine the stakeholder priority for ecosystem services through preference ranking analysis using Garrett’s ranking method. Payment card method was used to estimate the stakeholder willingness to contribute for the conservation in terms of willingness to pay (WTP) and analysed the factors that affect their WTP using an ordinary least square regression model. The data were collected from 50 stakeholders equally representing the major stakeholder groups from three block panchayaths having highest Kole wetland area.  The study identified 20 ecosystem services supplied by Kole wetlands illustrating its multifunctional vital role in sustaining ecological and human systems. Stakeholders prioritised the water-related ecosystem services such as groundwater recharge and flood water regulation as the most important service reflecting its critical importance in daily life and agriculture. Estimated mean annual WTP was Rs.211 indicating a general willingness among stakeholders to contribute financially to conservation efforts, as a coping strategy for water related natural disasters. Stakeholder group, Kole tourists were willing to contribute highest amount with mean annual WTP of Rs.248, expecting an improvement of recreational amenities in tourist spots. Stakeholders with higher incomes, larger land holdings, and greater awareness are more willing to pay for the conservation of the Kole wetlands. The insights from the study are valuable for guiding conservation strategies and resource allocation, along with ensuring the supply of essential services and exploring the opportunities for economic diversification, that are crucial to secure necessary financial and non-financial support for the management of Kole wetland ecosystem in a sustainable way.
Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on the Morpho-physiological and Physico-chemical Characters of Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Dutch.)
Authors: Palei Suvalaxmi , Kabi Mandakini , Badu Meenakshi
Published: September 2024

In the coastal region of Odisha, an experiment was carried out to investigate the effects of several plant growth regulators, such as auxin, cytokinin, and gibberellin on the growth, yield, and quality characteristics of strawberries. Different concentration of napthyl acetic acid (NAA), gibberellic acid (GA3) and benzyl amino purine (BAP) were taken to evaluate the changes on morpho-physiological and physico-chemical characteristics of strawberry. The investigation's findings showed that strawberry plants respond favourably to the administration of plant growth regulators. Treatment GA3 at 100 ppm produced best results on generation of runners and vegetative growth. Application of NAA@ 100 ppm was found to increase various yield-attributing characteristics, such as the number of flowers, fruits per plant, the number of days taken for fruit development, and the number of days taken for the first fruiting. Treatment 75 ppm NAA produced better physico-chemical characteristics, such as total soluble solid, specific gravity, juice percentage, and length to diameter ratio of the fruits. However, GA3 75 ppm had a greater ascorbic acid concentration and acidity %.
Comprehensive Study on Ultrasound-assisted Extraction (UAE) of Bioactive Compounds with Medicinal Properties from Date Processing Byproduct
Authors: K. K Faheema , Mohan Avani , Komathkandy Fahmida
Published: September 2024

The date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.), originating from Mesopotamia, is a crucial fruit crop with significant economic value across the Middle East, South Asia, North Africa, and Central America. Although the edible flesh of dates is prized for its nutritional properties, substantial amounts of byproducts, such as seeds and press cake, are discarded during processing. These byproducts are rich in bioactive compounds, including phenolics, flavonoids, and antioxidants, which have potential health benefits. Conventional extraction methods for these compounds often involve toxic solvents and can degrade heat-sensitive substances. This study explores Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction (UAE) as a sustainable alternative for recovering bioactive compounds from date press cake (DPC). The efficacy of UAE was evaluated under various conditions to optimize the yield and quality of the extracted compounds. The study found that UAE significantly enhances the extraction of bioactive compounds, with optimal conditions identified as 15 minutes at 40°C with a 60% ethanol solution. The optimized UAE conditions resulted in a yields of 121.73 mg GAE/g for TPC, 446.66 mg QE/g for TFC, and 67.76% for antioxidant activity. The extracted compounds demonstrated significant antioxidant activity, suggesting their potential application in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. The findings indicate that DPC, typically considered waste, can be valorized as a rich source of natural antioxidants and bioactive compounds, offering a sustainable approach to utilizing agricultural byproducts.
Exploring the Concealed Treasure: Insights into the Genetic Variability of Crop Wild Relatives (CWR's) of Okra
Authors: Singh Himanshu , Singh Ajeet , Karmakar P. , Singh M. K. , Mishra A. C. , Kumar Rajeev , Singh Saurabh , Sagar Vidya , Dwivedi S. V. , Rai N.
Published: September 2024

Wild okra relatives constitute a vast genetic diversity for breeding, especially for stress tolerance and fruit quality improvement. However, their potential remains largely unexplored and underutilized, giving opportunities for future research. Therefore, this investigation was undertaken at ICAR-IIVR, Varanasi, during Kharif season of 2022-23 for evaluating 93 okra accessions with the objectives of assessing the magnitude of genetic variability and novelty. Data was collected on 16 qualitative characters by following the IBPGR descriptor [1]. Variations were observed among the different accessions based on their vegetative traits, inflorescence and fruit characteristics. Results obtained in this study revealed a high level of variability among the genotypes for the majority of the qualitative traits, except general aspect of growth, positioning of fruit on main stem and number of ridges per fruit. The vegetative growth characters viz., branching habit, stem pubescence and stem color exhibited a large diversity in the genotypes studied. In respect of branching habits it was obtained with 45.16% of strong branches, 33.33% of medium branches and 21.51% of orthotropic (single stem) branches recorded for genotypes. Stem pubescence varied among accessions with 58.06% of glabrous stem, 33.33% of slightly pubescent and 8.60% of conspicuously pubescent observed across all accessions. In the context of stem color, 50 accessions (53.76%) exhibited a typical green stem, 31 accessions (33.33%) exhibited a green stem with red patches, and 12 accessions (12.90%) showed a pronounced purple stem. This genetic variation providing a foundation for future breeding programs, enabling the development of new okra varieties with superior combinations of desirable traits and enhance qualitative traits of okra.
Processing and Health Benefits of Underutilized Foxtail and Barnyard Millet for Development of Functional Bakery Products
Authors: Kashyap Pethani , Bhise Suresh
Published: September 2024

The bread sector in India holds the distinction of being the largest food industry in terms of yearly turnover, amounting to almost 3000 crores. Formerly considered a dietary choice limited to individuals with health ailments, bakery products have evolved into essential nutrition for a significant portion of the population. The majority of countries exhibit a notable increase in per capita consumption of bread goods. It is anticipated that there will be a sustained increase in the demand for bakery goods in the future. The anticipated growth rate of 9.8% appears to be quite modest when considering the existing market potential of bakery products among populations with lower and middle incomes. This suggests that there is significant opportunity for the promotion and consumption of bakery products as a means of enhancing dietary enrichment. Bakery products are among the most affordable processed food items available for consumption within the country. Over 70 % of the overall production has historically been contributed by the industry, which is still mainly from the unorganized sector.
Impact of Host Plants on Growth, Development and Economic Characters of Eri Silkworm (Samia ricini Boisd.)
Authors: Gogoi Dhanalakhi , Bora Nanita , Singha Th. Aruna , Marak Merrylina
Published: September 2024

Eri silkworms (Samia ricini Boisd.) are phytophagous insect which feeds on a numbers of host plants. In the present study an effort was made to evaluate the economic characters like larval duration (days), larval weight (g), single cocoon weight (g), pupal weight (g), single shell weight (g), shell ratio (%), effective rate of rearing (ERR %) of two promising eco-races of eri silkworm viz., Titabar and Borduar. The main objective of this study was to highlight the critical role of food plants and eco-race selection in influencing the growth, development and economic viability of eri silkworm rearing. The findings of the present investigation showed that two eco-races of eri silkworm reared on castor leaves found to be performed better in all the parameters followed by borpat and tapioca leaves. The lowest value for all the economic characters were found in both the eco-race reared on borkesseru leaves.
Effect of Moringa oleifera Supplementation on CD4+ and CD8+ T Cell Patterns and Renal Functions of HIV/AIDS Patients Receiving Highly Active Antiretroviral Drugs (HAART)
Authors: Wilbroda Wasonga , Anthony Wanyoro , Elizabeth Kigondu Mumbi , Michael Gicheru Muita
Published: September 2024

Aims: HIV infection is managed by expensive ARVs that cause side effects and lead to drug resistance and drug failure. The use of nutritional remedies in the treatment of HIV/AIDS is becoming popular. Moringa oleifera is a nutrient-dense plant with medicinal properties that results from its wide range of phytochemicals. The main objective of this study was to investigate the effect of Moringa oleifera supplementation on CD4+ and CD8+ T cell patterns, and also renal functions of HIV/AIDS patients receiving highly active antiretroviral drugs (HAART).
Study Design: A quasi-experimental study of regression discontinuity type was carried out at the Comprehensive Care Center of Mbagathi County Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya.
Methodology: One hundred and seventy-three HIV seropositive participants treated with ARV and attending the regular clinic were assigned to the intervention group (n=99) supplemented with Moringa oleifera leaf powder or the control group (n=74) that was not supplemented. The primary endpoints for this study were the safety and influence of M. oleifera supplementation on CD4+ and CD8+ T cell patterns. The results were obtained as computer printouts of the BD FACSCalibur analyzer for the CD4 and the CD8 T cell counts and the HumaLyzer Primus Chemistry Analyzer for creatinine levels, and analyzed using the computer software XLSTAT 2021.2.1. Any time-dependent variations within the individual groups were assessed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Tukey’s post-hoc tests. Variations between the two study groups were analyzed using unpaired t-tests. P values less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant.
Results: No significant differences in CD4+ (p = 0.523) and CD8+ T cell counts (p= 0.908), were found between the supplemented and non-supplemented groups. However, M. oleifera supplementation did not have an effect on renal function.
Conclusion: The study concluded that M. oleifera supplementation does not have an effect on immune functions in HIV/AIDS patients. Consumption of M. oleifera is safe.
Postseismic relocking of the subduction megathrust following the 2007 Pisco, Peru, earthquake
Authors: Remy D. , Perfettini H. , Cotte N. , Avouac J. P. , Chlieh M. , Bondoux F. , Sladen A. , Tavera H. , Socquet A.
Published: May 2016

Characterizing the time evolution of slip over different phases of the seismic cycle is crucial to a better understanding of the factors controlling the occurrence of large earthquakes. In this study, we take advantage of interferometric synthetic aperture radar data and 3.5 years of continuous Global Positioning System (GPS) measurements to determine interseismic, coseismic, and postseismic slip distributions in the region of the 2007, Mw 8.0 Pisco, earthquake, Peru, using the same fault geometry and inversion method. Our interseismic model, based on pre‐2007 campaign GPS data, suggests that the 2007 Pisco seismic slip occurred in a region strongly coupled before the earthquake while afterslip occurred in low coupled regions. Large afterslip occurred in the peripheral area of coseismic rupture in agreement with the notion that afterslip is mainly induced by coseismic stress changes. The temporal evolution of the region of maximum afterslip, characterized by a relaxation time of about 2.3 years, is located in the region where the Nazca ridge is subducting, consistent with rate‐strengthening friction promoting aseismic slip. We estimate a return period for the Pisco earthquake of about 230 years with an estimated aseismic slip that might account for about 50% of the slip budget in this region over the 0–50 km seismogenic depth range. A major result of this study is that the main asperity that ruptured during the 2007 Pisco earthquake relocked soon after this event.