bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
O ENTORNO QUE NÃO VAI: UM ESTUDO DE CASO DO NÃO-PÚBLICO DE UM MUSEU DE CIÊNCIAS NO RIO DE JANEIRO
Authors: Paula Livia Mascarenhas de , Pereira Grazielle Rodrigues , Paula Lilian Mascarenhas de , Coutinho-Silva Robson
Published: October 2018

Os museus e centros de ciências, enquanto locais de educação não formal e voltados para a divulgação da ciência têm desenvolvido diferentes metodologias e ferramentas que buscam a interlocução entre a produção científica da academia e a população. Nesse sentido, tendo em vista a sua função social, na presente pesquisa buscamos investigar se a comunidade do entorno de um determinado museu de ciências, localizado na cidade do Rio de Janeiro tem como hábito visitar tal espaço, bem como de que forma se apropria desse local. Com isso, por meio de um estudo de caso e norteados pelos padrões da pesquisa qualitativa, utilizamos para a coleta de dados questionários e entrevistas semiestruturadas. Os resultados da pesquisa apontaram que a população residente do entorno não visita o museu em questão, assim como não o faz por desconhecer as atividades que são oferecidas, ou mesmo ignoram o que é um museu de ciências. Desta maneira, salientamos a necessidade de os museus de ciências buscarem novas estratégias de divulgações de suas ações e atividades, de modo a tornar este “não público” em público visitante, evidenciando ainda para a sociedade as suas potencialidades e diferentes possibilidades de educação e lazer.
REELABORAÇÃO DISCURSIVA DE UM TEXTO DE DIVULGAÇÃO CIENTÍFICA SOBRE CRISE HÍDRICA EM UM LIVRO DIDÁTICO DE CIÊNCIAS
Authors: Passeri Mylena Guedes , Aires Rafaela Magalhães , Rocha Marcelo Borges
Published: October 2018

Neste trabalho investigamos as reelaborações discursivas de um texto de divulgação científica (TDC) sobre a crise hídrica inserido em um livro didático de ciências. A divulgação científica é um instrumento que busca a democratização do acesso a informação científica para o público em geral, apresentando-se com um discurso próprio. Sendo assim, caracteriza-se como um importante recurso para o ensino no que diz respeito a abordagem de assuntos sociocientíficos, dentre os quais merecem destaque, os problemas ambientais, pelos os riscos que inferem a sociedade. No entanto, considera-se necessárias as reelaborações discursivas para torná-lo mais didático ao entendimento dos estudantes. No presente estudo foi feita uma análise qualitativa do TDC e das reelaborações sofridas para o texto didático, apresentando-se inferências sobre os impactos do seu aproveitamento no ensino. Nossos resultados apontam para uma grande redução de conteúdo, o que pode implicar numa abordagem superficial sobre a problemática apresentada, não agregando informações reflexivas e atuais.
APROVEITAMENTO INTEGRAL DOS ALIMENTOS: QUALIDADE NUTRICIONAL E CONSCIÊNCIA AMBIENTAL NO AMBIENTE ESCOLAR
Authors: Gomes Michelle Efigênia Moreno , Teixeira Catarina
Published: October 2018

A pesquisa destaca a importância da utilização integral dos alimentos para manutenção de uma boa saúde, minimização do desperdício e a diminuição da produção de lixo orgânico. Tendo como objetivo sensibilizar os alunos de uma escola pública estadual no município de Três Pontas – MG sobre o aproveitamento integral dos alimentos. O trabalho iniciou com a aplicação de um questionário que utilizado como base para realização de uma palestra, no qual foram discutidos os benefícios da utilização integral dos alimentos. Em seguida foi preparada uma receita com a participação dos alunos e depois construído com os mesmos um caderno com receitas que utilizam integralmente os alimentos. Ao final do projeto percebemos que a ideia sensibilizou grande parte dos alunos. A experiência vivenciada pelos alunos do 6º ano, influenciará seus familiares sobre a importância de se alimentar bem, reduzindo custos, diminuindo o desperdício e aumentando o valor nutricional das suas refeições.
JOGO “REPENSANDO A CIDADE”: INTEGRAÇÃO DE TEMAS SOCIOAMBIENTAIS SOB A PERSPECTIVA DO ENFOQUE CTS
Authors: Nunes Rute Da Silva , Ferreira Marcos Vinicius Rangel , Galieta Tatiana
Published: October 2018

O jogo didático, dentro de uma perspectiva de educação crítica, deve compor uma metodologia de ensino que permita ao aluno ser capaz de compreender os conceitos científicos e, ao mesmo tempo, desenvolver suas diferentes habilidades como a cognição, socialização, motivação e criatividade. Partindo deste pressuposto, foi elaborado um jogo que explora questões relacionadas aos contextos sociais e políticos próximos às realidades culturais de alunos de uma escola pública de modo a suscitar reflexões integradas e críticas relacionadas ao ensino de ciências. Este artigo apresenta um relato sobre o contexto de aplicação do jogo “Repensando a cidade” objetivando a discussão de assuntos relacionados a temas socioambientais e políticos sob a perspectiva do enfoque Ciência, Tecnologia e Sociedade (CTS) de modo a contribuir tanto na formação reflexiva dos estudantes como na prática docente dos bolsistas do Programa Institucional de Bolsa de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID/CAPES). Os temas abordados no jogo (dinâmica ecológica, poluição, planejamento urbano, saúde, degradação ambiental e reflorestamento) permitiram aos alunos refletirem sobre questões socioambientais diretamente relacionadas às consequências da presença ou ausência de determinadas tecnologias de modo a mobilizarem conhecimentos de diversas naturezas desmistificando, assim, visões naturalizadas e pouco críticas sobre Ciência e Tecnologia.
No todos los cisnes son blancos
Authors: Alonso Crespo Agustín
Published: October 2018

En el presente artículo se examinarán algunos postulados de Sánchez (2009) acerca de la lectura en las personas sordas, para, desde ese lugar, proponer otra forma de analizar esta problemática. Las consideraciones de dicho autor se pondrán en perspectiva en función de lo que, desde las neurociencias, la psicolingüística y las ciencias cognitivas se considera como proceso lector. Se revisarán conceptos tales como alfabetización, conciencia fonológica, comprensión lingüística de oraciones, comprensión lectora, y su consecuente relación con los procesos de comprensión y producción de textos por parte de personas con discapacidad auditiva. Como consecuencia de ello, se tratará la incidencia de estas reflexiones en el ámbito pedagógico.
‘A sneaky bit of stalking’: Young people, social network sites, and practices of online surveillance
Authors: Milivojevic Sanja , Crofts Thomas , Lee Murray , McGovern Alyce
Published: October 2018

This article maps the important albeit under-researched relationship between
young people, social network sites, and surveillance practices they
encounter or engage with in their digital lives. Based on original empirical
research, this article unpacks the complexities of young people?s digital
identities, and explores strategies of surveillance, covert and overt, that
young people are subjected to and perform on a daily basis. Often justified
through risk-based crime prevention narratives, such intrusive strategies
scrutinise young people in order to anticipate crime and victimisation on
social network sites that has not yet, and might never occur. As such, these
strategies are arguably underpinned by pre-crime logics of anticipating and
targeting impending crime and victimisation. Importantly, they are
increasingly normalised as they are imposed for young people?s ?own good?.
Yet, as this article demonstrates, young people are aware of such strategies
and simultaneously engage in, experience being subject to, and resist
surveillance practices.
Efficacy and safety of triazoles versus echinocandins in the treatment of invasive aspergillosis: A meta-analysis
Authors: Uzelac Sanja , Zivkovic-Zaric Radica , Radovanovic Milan , Rankovic Goran , Jankovic Slobodan
Published: October 2018

Backgroun/Aim. Although majority of guidelines recommend triazoles (voriconazole, posaconazole, itraconazole and isavuconazole) as first-line therapeutic option for treatment of invasive aspergillosis, echinocandins (caspofungin, micafungin and anidulafungin) are also used for this purpose. However, head-to-head comparison of triazoles and echinocandins for invasive aspergillosis was rarely target of clinical trials. The aim of this meta-analysis was to compare efficacy and safety of triazoles and echinocandins when used for treatment of patients with invasive aspergillosis. Methods. This meta-analysis was based on systematic search of literature and selection of high-quality evidence according to pre-set inclusion and exclusion criteria. The literature search was made for comparison of treatment with any of triazoles (isavuconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole or voriconazole) versus any of echinocandins (caspofungin, anidulafungin or micafungin). The effects of triazoles (itraconazole, posaconazole or voriconazole) and echinocandins (caspofungin, anidulafungin or micafungin) were summarized using RevMan 5.3.5 software, and heterogeneity assessed by the Cochrane Q test and I? values. Several types of bias were assessed, and publication bias was shown by the funnel plot and Egger?s regression. Results. Two clinical trials and three cohort studies were included in this meta-analysis. Mortality in patients with invasive aspergillosis who were treated with triazoles was significantly lower than in patients treated with echinocandins [odds ratio 0.29 (0.13, 0.67)], and rate of favorable response (overall treatment success) 12 weeks after the therapy onset was higher in patients treated with triazoles [3.05 (1.52, 6.13)]. On the other hand, incidence of adverse events was higher with triazoles than with echinocandins in patients treated for invasive aspergillosis [3.75 (0.89, 15.76)], although this difference was not statistically significant. Conclusion.Triazoles (voriconazole in the first place) could be considered as more effective and somewhat less safe therapeutic option than echinocandins for invasive aspergillosis: However, due to poor quality of studies included in this meta-analysis, definite conclusion should await results of additional, well designed clinical trials.
Lung ultrasound for volume status assessment in chronic hemodialysis patients
Authors: Ivanov Igor , Veselinov Vladimir , Celic Dejan , Dejanovic Jadranka , Obradovic Dusanka , Knezevic Violeta
Published: October 2018

Backoground/Aim. Assessing volume status in chronic hemodialysis (HD) patients is difficult despite several techniques have been developed. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the adequacy and efficacy of lung ultrasound (LUS) and B line score (BLS) in the assessment of volume status in patients on HD in comparison to other techniques: ultrasonographic determination of inferior vena cava diameter (IVCD), echocardiography (ECHO) and B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) determination. Methods. LUS, ECHO, ultrasonography of inferior vena cava in inspiration (IVCDi) and expiration (IVCDe), and BNP sampling were performed before and after HD in 83 patients. Results. A significant reduction of BLS, IVCDi, IVCDe, BNP and several ECHO parameters such as left atrium diameter (LA), left ventricular internal dimension in diastole and systole (LVIDd and LVIDs, respectively), and left atrial volume in systole (LAVs), was registered (p < 0.001). There was a significant correlation between BLS and BNP before (p = 0.01) and after HD (p = 0.05), and a weaker but significant correlation between BLS and IVCDi and IVCDe before HD (p = 0.05). Conclusion. All techniques assessed hypervolemia before and after HD successfully. BNP correlated with LUS before and after HD, and IVCDi and IVCDe correlated with LUS only before HD. LUS is cheap and simple to perform, can be performed bedside and can be reliably used for assessing volume status in HD patients.
Risk factors profile for liver damage in cardiac inpatients
Authors: Jovanovic Jovan , Milovanovic Dragan , Sazdanovic Predrag , Sazdanovic Maja , Radovanovic Milan , Novkovic Ljiljana , Zdravkovic Vladimir , Zdravkovic Nemanja , Simic Ivan , Ruzic-Zecevic Dejana , Jankovic Slobodan
Published: October 2018

Background/Aim. Liver damage, with potentially serious consequences, is not uncommon in hospitalized cardiac patients. The aim of our study was to determine the risk factor profile for liver damage in patients hospitalized from a deterioration of their acute or chronic cardiac illness. Methods. The study had observational case-control design with retrospective data collections from medical files of adult patients hospitalized in a tertiary health care center. The cases (n = 140) were subjects with novel liver injury (which emerged during hospital stay) and three control subjects were matched (age, date) for each case subject (n = 420). The primary outcome was hepatotoxicity (present or absent) and independent variables were proposed risk factors. Statistical analysis included descriptive methods, hypothesis testing and univariate and multivariate binary logistic regression, with p ? 0.05. Results. In the whole study population, there were 432 (77.1%) females and the mean age of patients was 64.1 years [standard deviation (SD) = 10.7, range 24?85 years]. The most common illnesses were coronary heart disease (n = 385), hypertension (n = 334) and arrhythmia (n = 115). Mean value of Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) score was 3.8 (SD=1.7; range 1-10) corresponding to estimated CCI 10-years survival rate of 54.4% (SD = 33.5%). In the group of cases, 114 (81.4%) of the patients had hepatocellular, 9 (6.4%) cholestatic and 17 (12.2%) mixed type of hepatic injury. Factors independently associated with hepatotoxic event were previous occasional alcohol intake odds ratio (OR) 96.47; 95% confidence interval (CI) 28.95?321.43; p < 0.001), amiodarone (OR 3.70; 95% CI 1.82?7.53; p < 0.001), enoxaparin (OR 3.29; 95% CI 1.79?6.05; p < 0.001), obesity (OR 2.78; 95% CI 1.15? 6.71; p < 0.023), atorvastatin (OR 2.67; 95% CI 1.33?5.38; p < 0.006) and CCI total score (OR 1.89; 95% CI 1.53?2.34; p < 0.001). Conclusion. Major factors associated with acute liver damage in patients hospitalized in cardiology ward of a tertiary health care institution were patient?s constitutional and habitual characteristics (occasional alcohol intake, obesity, CCI total score) and drugs with known hepatotoxic properties (amiodarone, enoxaparin, atorvastatin).
Do nature of bacteremia and origin of secondary sepsis in critically ill patients determine subset of myeloid-derived suppressor cells expansion?
Authors: Udovicic Ivo , Surbatovic Maja , Rondovic Goran , Stanojevic Ivan , Zeba Snjezana , Djordjevic Dragan , Peric Aneta , Milosavljevic Snezana , Stankovic Nikola , Abazovic Dzihan , Vojvodic Danilo
Published: October 2018

Background/Aim. Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria may induce different inflammatory patterns. The aim of this study was to examine the association of the myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) with the type of infecting microorganisms (Gram positive, Gram negative, polymicrobial) and underlying cause of secondary sepsis (peritonitis, pancreatitis, trauma). Methods. Totally, 40 critically ill patients with secondary sepsis were enrolled in the prospective study. Two patients without documented positive blood culture were excluded. We detected and enumerated both main subsets of MDSCs: granulocytic (G)-MDSCs and monocytic (M)-MDSCs on the Days 1 and 5. Blood was simultaneously drawn for a blood culture. The patients with different underlying causes of sepsis (peritonitis, pancreatitis, trauma) were perceived as separated groups and the frequencies and absolute numbers of their G-MDSCs and M-MDSCs were compared. Results. Both main MDSC subpopulations were accumulated significantly in Grampositive sepsis. Univariate logistic regression analyses of investigated variables regarding Gram-positive sepsis on the Day 5 revealed that G-MDSCs absolute number along with both MMDSCs frequency and absolute number had statistically significant power for predicting Gram-positive sepsis. Stepwise multivariate logistic regression analyses of the variables on the Day 5 determined that M-MDSCs absolute number was independent predictor of Gram-positive sepsis [odds ratio (OR) 1.012; p < 0.05]. Clinical accuracy of neutrophil (Ne)/GMDSCs (Ne/G-MDSCs) and monocyte (Mo)/M-MDSCs (Mo/M-MDSCs) ratios in predicting nature of bacteremia and outcome were investigated. Discriminative power of both Ne/G-MDSCs and Mo/M-MDSCs ratios in predicting Grampositive blood culture was statistically significant both on the Day 1 and Day 5 [areas under curve (AUCs): 0.684 and 0.692, and 0.707 and 0.793, respectively). Ne/G-MDSCs both on the Day 1 and Day 5 were statistically significant predictors of lethal outcome (AUCs: 0.694 and 0.678, respectively). There were no statistically significant differences in G-MDSCs and M-MDSCs among different three groups of patients regarding peritonitis, pancreatitis and trauma as causes of sepsis neither on the Day 1 nor on the Day 5. Conclusion. Gram-positive infectious agents were powerful inducers of MDSCs generation in sepsis. Also, underlying causes of secondary sepsis might not seem to influence the MDSCs accumulation.
A contribution to the discussion about the name of Tuman Monastery
Authors: Petrovic Srecko
Published: October 2018

The problem with the origin of the name of Tuman Monastery near Golubac has
so far been addressed by several authors who have proposed several
different solutions. This paper is an attempt to point out other aspects
that should be examined using the available historical and linguistic
material, which the previous researchers did not take into account. There
were interpretations and etymological explanations proposed earlier, the
assumptions about the name of the monastery based on the words from the
ancient Greek or Latin and according to the same name of one Armenian
monastery etc. Paying due respect to the preserved traditions of the
foundation and the name of this monastery, we believe that in the discussion
of its name it was necessary to refer to the possible Slavic origin of the
name - especially in the light of the numerous existing parallels in the
toponyms of the regions inhabited mainly by the Slavic people, as well as
its Pre-Indo-European, or perhaps Asiatic, i.e. Mongolian-Tatar background.
It is not known when the Tuman monastery got its present name. The first
mention of the monastery in the village of Tuman near Golubac dates from the
second half of the 16th century. A few Serbian authors claim that in Armenia
there was/is a monastery of the same name, according to which the monastery
of Tuman near Golubac was named. However, the existence of this monastery is
not certain. It remains to be examined whether the toponym of St. Tuman,
recorded in the areas of today?s Turkey which had been inhabited by the
Arme?nians until the beginning of the 20th century, has any connection with
the name of Tuman monastery near Golubac.
Detection of mycotoxins trough different analytical methods
Authors: Petkova Mariana , Sertova Nadezhda
Published: October 2018

Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by fungi which can affect a
variety of feedstuffs. These compounds elicit toxicological effects which
represent risk for both humans and animals. Their toxicity occurs at very low
concentrations, therefore there is a need for sensitive and reliable methods
for their detection. This review aims to evaluate classical and emerging
methods for the analysis of mycotoxins concerning their advantages and
disadvantages. Currently, several sensitive methods based on chromatographic
or immunochemical technique are commercially available. Especially widely are
used different chromatographic methods for quantitative determination of
mycotoxins, including gas-chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid
chromatography (HPLC) coupled with ultraviolet, fluorescence or MS detectors.
Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) is used as a
promising technique for screening, identification and quantitative
determination of a large number of mycotoxins. Immunometric assays, such as
enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), are frequently used for screening
purposes. On the other hand, a variety of emerging methods have been
proposed. They are based on novel technologies, including
immunochromatography (i.e. lateral flow devices), fluorescence polarization
immunoassays (FPIA), infrared spectroscopy (FT-NIR), molecularly imprinted
polymers (MIPs), and optical biosensors. In addition, during the last years,
the highlight was put on nanoscale materials included in biosensors, which
are some of the smart devices used for determination of mycotoxins.
Allelopathic activity of Myriophyllum spicatum L. on natural phytoplankton assemblages
Authors: Pecic Marija , Predojevic Dragana , Subakov-Simic Gordana
Published: October 2018

Widespread eutrophication of the water bodies and consequential occurrence of
toxic algal blooms is one of the most serious environmental problems.
Considering that aquatic macrophytesand microalgae compete for nutrients and
light, allelopathic inhibition of algal growth is considered to be an
effective macrophyte competitive strategy against algae that can bloom and
thus significantly decrease an amount of light that reaches macrophytes.
Three different concentrations of Myriophyllum spicatum ethanolic extract
were tested for their inhibitory allelopathic activity on natural
phytoplankton assemblages. After applying the extract, the average biomass of
3 replicates was measured during the experimental time. All the three
concentrations of the M. spicatum extracts showed inhibitory effect to a
certain extent. The maximal inhibitory effect was achieved with the 5g/50 ml
concentration of extract at first sampling time. The inhibitory effect of
extracts is evident within all recorded algal phyla. Phylum Cyanobacteria is
found to be the most sensitive to applied extracts compared with Chlorophyta
and Bacillariophyta.
Fibro-Adipogenic Remodeling of the Diaphragm in Obesity-Associated Respiratory Dysfunction
Authors: Buras Eric D. , Converso-Baran Kimber , Davis Carol S. , Akama Takeshi , Hikage Fumihito , Michele Daniel E. , Brooks Susan V. , Chun Tae-Hwa
Published: October 2018

Respiratory dysfunction is a common complication of obesity, conferring cardiovascular morbidity and increased mortality and often necessitating mechanical ventilatory support. While impaired lung expansion in the setting of increased adipose mass and reduced central response to hypercapnia have been implicated as pathophysiological drivers, the impact of obesity on respiratory muscles—in particular, the diaphragm—has not been investigated in detail. Here, we demonstrate that chronic high-fat diet (HFD) feeding impairs diaphragm muscle function, as assessed in vivo by ultrasonography and ex vivo by measurement of contractile force. During an HFD time course, progressive adipose tissue expansion and collagen deposition within the diaphragm parallel contractile deficits. Moreover, intradiaphragmatic fibro-adipogenic progenitors (FAPs) proliferate with long-term HFD feeding while giving rise to adipocytes and type I collagen–depositing fibroblasts. Thrombospondin 1 (THBS1), a circulating adipokine, increases with obesity and induces FAP proliferation. These findings suggest a novel role for FAP-mediated fibro-adipogenic diaphragm remodeling in obesity-associated respiratory dysfunction.
The Implementation of E-Learning Web-based Model Centric Course (Edmodo) toward The Mathematics’ Interest and Learning Outcomes
Authors: Yustinaningrum Bettri
Published: October 2018

The aim of this research is to know the effect of application of E-Learning model based on Web-Centric Course with Edmodo application media to increase: (1) the interesting of learning mathematics, (2) The mathematics student learning outcomes. The research method is used in quantitative research with the quasi-type experimental design, as well as research design using the pre-test and post-test control group. The Instrument has used the test of mathematics learning outcomes and questionnaire interest in learning mathematics students. The data hypothesis test uses the t-test involving pre-requisite tests (normality and homogeneity) beforehand. The result of this research is the application of E-Learning model based on Web-Centric Course with Edmodo application media has an effect on: (1) the student learning outcomes of mathematics; (2) the interesting of learning mathematics students.
The effect of Cooperative Learning Model Think-Talk-Write Type on Mathematical Problem-Solving Abilities In Terms of Learning Habits
Authors: Susanto Agus Slamet , Bharata Haninda
Published: October 2018

The purpose of this research are: (1) to know the influence of Think Talk Write (TTW) model of learning ability to solve mathematical problems of learners; (2) to know the effect of learning habit on students' mathematical problem solving ability; (3) to know the interaction between learning model and study habit to students' mathematical problem solving ability. The type of research used is quasi experiment with 3 × 3 factorial research design. The hypothesis test used is a parametric test with data analysis technique using Anova test. The result of the research for the prerequisite test is based on normality test which can be known by using Liliefors test and homogeneity test can be known by using Barlett test, it is obtained that the test result data from both groups are normal and homogeneous, so it can be continued for parametric test by using anava test two paths with unequal cells. Based on data processing, it is found that: (1) there is influence of Think Talk Write (TTW) learning model to students' mathematical problem-solving ability; (2) there is the influence of learning habit on the ability of mathematical problem of learners; (3) there is no interaction between the learning model and the learning habits of the mathematical problems of the learners. This means that the learning model Think Talk Write (TTW) is more effective than the conventional model so that Think Talk Write (TTW) model more influence on the problem-solving ability of learners.
Rehydration Kinetics of Sun-Dried Eggplants (Solanum melongena L.) at Different Temperatures
Authors: DEMİRAY Engin , TÜLEK Yahya
Published: October 2018

In this study,

sun-dried eggplant samples were rehydrated at three different rehydration water

temperatures (25, 35 and 45°C) and the effect of rehydration kinetics were determined.

Four different models were used to model the rehydration behaviors of sun-dried

eggplants, and non-linear regression analysis were performed to obtain the

model that gives the best fit to experimental data. The coefficients of models

were calculated. According to regression analysis, Peleg model gave a better

fit for all rehydration conditions applied. Additionally, the effective

diffusivities were between 3.21×10-8 and 4.06×10-8 m2

s-1. Rehydration water temperature influenced rehydration rates, and

moisture uptake of samples was faster at high temperatures.
Effect of Prepackaging Treatments and Different Gas Composition on Physicochemical and Sensory Properties of Hurma Olive (Erkence cv.)
Authors: SUSAMCI Erkan , TUNCAY Özlem , YOLTAŞ Ayşegül
Published: October 2018

Hurma olive is a special

olive cultivar that loses its bitter taste before harvesting, and sweetness

occurs when the fruit is still on the tree. Thus, it can be directly consumed right

after being harvested. Studies

on the preservation of Hurma olive

without salt have been very limited and it has not been implemented in practice

yet. In this study, some quality characteristics of Hurma olives under different modified atmospheres were determined

during storage. For this purpose, the efficacy of washing, lactic acid dip, and

modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) were studied throughout 120 days at 1°C. Hurma olive samples were washed with tap

water and dipped in lactic acid solution (0.2% w/v) for 1 minute before packaging.

After the application of vacuum, samples were packaged under the atmosphere of 100%

CO2, 60% CO2 / 40% N2, and air combination and

then stored at 1°C for 120 days. Physicochemical analyses such as acidity,

reduced sugar, bitterness, color (CIE L*, a*, b*)

and dry matter contents along with sensory analyses were carried out at regular

intervals throughout the storage period. Insignificant differences were

determined among washed and unwashed Hurma

olives in terms of their physicochemical parameters whereas unwashed olive

samples retained sensory characteristics better and preferred more by sensory panelists

than washed counterparts. Washed and vacuum packaged samples had more undesired

values in terms of the sensory characteristics studied.
Pattern and Factors Associated with Medicine Usage in Middle-aged Adults: a Population Based Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Krasniqi Ermira , Koni Mynyr , Berisha Idriz , Boshnjaku Arben
Published: October 2018

Aim: The present study analyzes the adherence phenomenon and possible correlations between active individuals and their educational status on the prevalence of medicine use in the population of a young and developing country such as Kosova.

Materials and methods: This is an observational, cross-sectional, research study including a total number of 162 subjects aged 40-65 years residents of Kosova. Gender distribution was: 32.7% males and 67.3% females. Assessments of medication adherence and compliance, the level of physical activity (PA), and education were made by reliable and validated questionnaires.

Results: Analyzing medication compliance, of 162 interviewed subjects, 29.6% (32.1% males and 28.4% females) and 27.2% (22.6% males and 29.3% females) responded that they sometimes forget to take their medicines, or that they stop taking them for reasons other than forgetting.

Meanwhile, 40.1% declared that they usually stopped the medicine only because they felt better, 38.9% claimed to have stopped the medicine because they believed they felt worse, whereas more than half of our study responders declared having problem with buying the medicine.

Regarding PA, significantly better results (p<0.05) in medicine use were shown by subjects with higher PA level in our population. Additionally, higher levels of education correlated with lower amount of medication consumption.

Conclusion: The results of this study suggest for certain lack of adherence, difficulties and information related to medicine use. Consequently this raises the need for public education on the medication adherence and life style factors such as PA for the success of the treatment.
A case of popliteal artery entrapment syndrome: easy to miss in early angiographic phase of bone scan
Authors: Askari Emran , Sadeghi Ramin , Ayati Narjess
Published: October 2018

Background:

Popliteal artery entrapment syndrome is a common vascular pathology in young athletes which is usually diagnosed based on magnetic resonance angiography findings. Although three-phase bone scan is a sensitive imaging modality in high turnover osteoblastic conditions, it does not have an established role in evaluating chronic pain syndromes and vascular pathologies.

Case Presentation:

We report an atypical case of popliteal artery entrapment syndrome which was incidentally found in a patient who was evaluated for skeletal malignancy.

Conclusion:

This case emphasizes the importance of atention to the first two phases of bone scan despite normal whole body images.
Three case reports of chronic pain with neuropathic component — the importance of individualized therapy
Authors: Pereira Filipa , Azevedo Sérgio , Magalhães Helena , Vieira Cláudia , Pereira Deolinda , Fragoso Maria
Published: October 2018

Background:

Pain is the most common symptom present at any stage of life. The pain can be divided into acute or chronic considering the duration of symptoms. Chronic pain approach is complex and it is a clinical challenge. Two main mechanisms are traditionally described: pain nociceptive (caused by ongoing tissue damage, somatic, or visceral) or neuropathic (damage or dysfunction in the nervous system). For the treatment of chronic moderate-severe pain, opioids are the standard treatment but the undesirable side effects cause a high discontinuation rate. Tapentadol was developed to improve the therapeutic range of opioids by adding two complementary mechanisms of action which seem to contribute to the reduction of side effects.

Case Presentation:

The authors describe three cases of neuropathic chronic pain. One case describes neuropathic pain caused by degenerative changes and osteoporotic fracture, the second case was a woman with an important renal impairment, who complained of generalized arthralgia (under cancer treatment), and a third case of a man presented with diminished muscle strength in the lower right limb, most probably due to chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.

Conclusion:

The management of chronic pain requires a multimodal approach, that is part of the individual as a whole, and a multidisciplinary approach is needed to relieve chronic pain with minimal side effects.
Undifferentiated-type sex cord-stromal tumor of the testis: a case report
Authors: Muratli Asli , Eroglu Askin , Terzi Aysen , Mungan Ugur , Secil Mustafa
Published: October 2018

Background:

Sex cord-stromal tumors are rare tumors of the testis and are often seen in the pediatric age group.

Case Presentation:

Right testicular mass was detected in the ultrasonography of a 19-year-old male patient who complained of pain and enlargement of the testis for 2 weeks. Tumor markers such as β-human chorionic gonadotropin, lactate dehydrogenase, and alpha-fetoprotein were within normal levels. The patient was diagnosed as undifferentiated type sex cord-stromal tumor after orchiectomy.

Conclusion:

Undifferentiated-type sex cord-stromal tumors are characterized by proliferations of incompletely differentiated sex cord or stromal elements. In the literature, reported cases histologically have predominantly spindle cell areas, but we did not identify any spindle cell areas in our case. Due to the limited number of published studies of these cases, the estimation of their frequency and behavior is difficult and their diagnosis may be challenging.
Management of recurrent, complex, and high anal horseshoe fistula-in-ano by partial fistulectomy with Ksharsutra: a case report
Authors: Shrestha Monica , Dudhamal Tukaram S
Published: October 2018

Background:

Hippocrates advocated the use of a seton. Ksharsutra works as a cutting and draining seton, besides that, it has antimicrobial property and chemically cauterizes the unhealthy tissue lining the fistulous tract; and thus, decreasing the recurrence rate in cases of complicated fistula-in-ano. This study aims to diagnose the recurrent complicated case of fistula-in-ano, to treat the case by integrated method (Partial fistulectomy with Ksharsutra), to improve the quality of life of the young patient, and assess the result of Ksharsutra with trans rectal ultrasonography (TRUS).

Case Presentation:

This was a case of a 32-years-old male patient with recurrent horseshoe high anal fistula operated twice at a reputable hospital in Vellore (Tamil Nadu) arrived with seton in situ. On examination, a seton was seen at 6 o’clock and a scar was seen at 2 o’clock position. Partial fistulectomy was done along with Ksharsutra. On the 20th week, the Ksharsutra got cut through and the wound healed completely. There was no pus discharge and sphincter tone was within the normal limit. Post-operative TRUS showed no evidence of fistula.

Conclusion:

Ksharsutra was a successful integrated intervention in recurrent horseshoe fistula-in-ano.
Impact of Pharmacist Delivered Education on Early Parent Awareness and Perceptions Regarding Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination in the Community Pharmacy Setting in West Virginia
Authors: Wick Jennifer A , Elswick Betsy M
Published: October 2018

ABSTRACT

Objectives: (1) Define parental perceptions of the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine and of vaccine administration at community pharmacies (2) Describe parental intentions to have children vaccinated against HPV (3) Describe reasoning behind parental vaccination intentions (4) Assess effectiveness of pharmacist-led education on these perceptions and intentions

Methods: This was a prospective pretest, posttest study with a convenience sample conducted at parenting groups throughout northern West Virginia in 2018.  Participants, a total of 34 parents/guardians, attended an educational session regarding Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination with immediate pre/post survey.  The survey included questions about demographics, vaccination status, vaccination intentions, and decision-making.

Results: Following intervention, intention to vaccinate according to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommendations increased from 35% (n=12) to 44% (n=15).  The percentage of participants against vaccinating decreased from 23% (n=8) to 12% (n=4).  Participants demonstrated increased awareness of HPV vaccine availability at community pharmacies, with awareness increasing from 32% (n=11) to 100% (n=34).

Conclusions: Pharmacist delivered education may be useful in increasing parent/legal guardian awareness of immunization services as well as intention to vaccinate their child.
La agenda informativa en Veracruz durante las campañas del 2010 y del 2016. Una aportación para los estudios de comunicación política en contextos autoritarios
Authors: Andrade-Del Cid Patricia
Published: October 2018

El objetivo de este análisis es abundar en el conocimiento de la comunicación política a través del comportamiento de los medios impresos en Veracruz, comparando sus contenidos durante la campaña electoral del 2010 y 2016, para verificar la hipótesis que sostiene que cuando la comunicación política se institucionaliza en escenarios autoritarios, produce efectos que están lejos de promover la deliberación ciudadana.El marco teórico discute la trayectoria del concepto de lo público y el papel de la información para la conformación de la opinión pública como expresión de los temas de la comunicación política, cuyas agendas informativas son representativas.Los resultados ofrecen el número de noticias publicadas por partido político, en seis periódicos impresos veracruzanos y los temas que trataron en ambas contiendas. Se comprueban ciertas características de la comunicación política veracruzana, cuyos contenidos son la expresión de la cultura política autoritaria que prevalece en el estado de Veracruz.Palabras clave: Comunicación política; elecciones 2010-2016; agenda informativa; Veracruz; prensa AbstractThe objective of this analysis is to abound in the knowledge of political commu­nication through the behavior of the printed media in Veracruz, comparing it’s contents for the electoral campaign of 2010 and 2016, to verify the hypothesis that maintains when political communication is institutionalized in authoritarian scenarios, produce effects that are far from promoting citizen deliberation. The theoretical framework describes the tra­jectory of the concept of the public and the role of information for the shaping of public opi­nion as an expression of the issues of political communication, and the information agendas are representative. The results offer the amount of publications published by each political party, in six prin­ted newspapers and in the topics that deal in both contests. Certain characteristics of the Veracruz political communication are verified, whose contents are an expression of the au­thoritarian political culture that prevails in the state of Veracruz.Keywords: Political communication, elections 2010-2016, agenda setting, Veracruz, press
Diagnóstico de las actividades turísticas que se realizan en el Parque Nacional Pico de Orizaba, Veracruz
Authors: Carreto Fátima , Menchaca Socorro , Sieron Katrin
Published: October 2018

En este estudio se diagnosticó la situación actual de las actividades turísticas que se desarrollan por los prestadores de servicios turísticos de la región del Parque Nacional Pico de Orizaba (PNPO), Veracruz, mediante la determinación de las variables e indicadores para evaluar el cumplimiento del Plan de Manejo 2015.Las variables analizadas incluyen las actividades turísticas, infraestructura, servicios turísticos, visitantes, prestadores de servicios, vigilancia y seguridad, cobros de derecho para ingreso al PNPO y estrategias de conservación. Los resultados muestran que existe un cumplimiento en la mayoría de las variables y sus respectivos indicadores que se midieron. El incumplimiento se centra en los aspectos de control de acceso de los visitantes y el registro y capacitación de prestadores turísticos por una parte y por otra la realización de actividades que no se consideran de bajo impacto. Por lo anterior, el estudio muestra la necesidad de establecer recomendaciones para hacer más eficiente el desarrollo de las actividades turísticas bajo los lineamientos que integran el Plan de Manejo, así como la gestión y manejo de los programas relacionados con la protección y conservación del PNPO.Palabras clave: Parque Nacional Pico de Orizaba; Plan de manejo; diagnóstico; actividades turísticas; prestadores de servicios turísticos AbstractIn this study, the current situation of tourist activities developed by the tourism service providers of the region of the Pico de Orizaba National Park (PNPO), Veracruz, was analyzed by determining the variables and indicators to evaluate the compliance with the 2015 Management Plan of the (PNPO). The variables analyzed include tourism activi­ties, infrastructure, tourist services, tourist vi­sitors, and providers of tourism services, sur­veillance and security, charges for entry to the PNPO and conservation strategies. The results show that there is compliance in most of the variables and their respective indicators that were measured. The non-compliance is focu­sed on the aspects of access control of visitors and the registration and training of tourism providers on the one hand and on the other the performance of activities that are not considered low impact. Therefore, the study shows the need to establish recommendations to make more efficient the development of tou­rist activities under the guidelines included in the Management Plan, as well as the manage­ment of programs related to the protection and conservation of the PNPO. Keywords: Pico de Orizaba National Park; Management plan; diagnosis; tourist activities; Tourism service providers
Disponibilidad del manantial “Ojo de Agua” y ahorro del uso doméstico del recurso hídrico en la localidad de Zoncuantla, Coatepec, Veracruz, México
Authors: Menchaca Dávila Socorro , Calva Maldonado Alitzel , Hernández García Héctor
Published: October 2018

En este artículo se presentan los resultados de un estudio que se realizó en el contexto de la disponibilidad del recurso hídrico del manantial “Ojo de Agua” ubicado en el municipio de San Andrés Tlalnelhuayocan, en cuanto al atributo de cantidad y a la medición del flujo de retorno al ecosistema, también llamado caudal ecológico.  También se determinaron las actividades relacionadas con el ahorro de agua para uso doméstico, que realizan los habitantes de la Congregación de Zoncuantla, Coatepec, Veracruz, los cuales se abastecen de dicho manantial. Las conclusiones permitirán tener una comprensión amplia sobre el comportamiento de los cuerpos de agua naturales y su uso.Palabras clave: Disponibilidad del agua; caudal ecológico; ahorro de agua; manantial; uso de agua doméstico  AbstractThis article presents the results of a study that was carried out in the context of availability of water resource of the “Ojo de Agua” spring located in the municipality of San Andrés Tlalnelhuayocan, regarding the quan­tity attribute and the measurement of return flow to the ecosystem, also called ecological flow. Also, the activities related to water saving for domestic use were determined, accompli­shed by the inhabitants of the Congregation of Zoncuantla, Coatepec, Veracruz, which is supplied by said water spring. Conclusions will allow a broad understanding of the behavior of natural water bodies and their use Keywords: Water availability; ecological flow; water saving; natural spring; domestic water use
Diagnóstico sociocultural sobre el patrimonio natural del Área Natural Protegida Parque Lineal Quetzalapan-Sedeño: una visión sintética del proyecto
Authors: Colin Arámbula Federico , Martínez Morales Cristina Angelica
Published: October 2018

El presente artículo sintetiza una serie de resultados y reflexiones del diagnóstico sociocultural sobre el patrimonio natural del Área Natural Protegida Parque Lineal Quetzalapan-Sedeño (PLQS), el cual tuvo como objetivo la creación de una base de datos y un Sistema de Información Geográfica (SIG) con indicadores cualitativos, que permitan el desarrollo de estrategias comunicativas enfocadas a la educación ambiental que tengan un impacto en el cuidado y protección del Área Natural Protegida.Palabras clave: Patrimonio natural; Sistema de Información Geográfica; educación ambiental; política cultural; diagnóstico AbstractThis article summarizes a series of results and reflections of the Sociocultural Diagnosis on the natural heritage of the Pro­tected Natural Area Quetzalapan-Sedeño Li­near Park (QSLP), which aimed at the creation of a database and a Geographic Information System (GIS) with qualitative indicators, ena­bling the development of communicative stra­tegies focused on environmental education that have an impact on the care and protection of the Protected Natural Area.Keywords: Natural heritage; Geographic Infor­mation System; environmental education; cul­tural policy; diagnosis
Manejo higiénico en el servicio de alimentos: Codex Alimentarius y Normas Oficiales Mexicanas
Authors: Ortega Ibarra Edu , Hernández Jiménez Andrea
Published: October 2018

El propósito fundamental del manejo higiénico óptimo en los servicios de alimentación es el de disminuir la incidencia de Enfermedades Transmitidas por Alimentos (ETAS) y mejorar nuestros mecanismos de prevención, control y diagnóstico ante la inseguridad alimentaria-nutricional y aunado a esto a la biodisponibilidad de los nutrientes ingeridos en establecimientos públicos y privados. El perfil químico–médico-biológico y la adición de un fuerte componente como el nutricional, hace que la observación de los riesgos sanitarios sea fundamental para garantizar seguridad en cualquier espacio y no ser un problema de Salud Pública; con el fin de asegurar la disponibilidad, accesibilidad, aceptabilidad y la utilización biológica alimentaria. Específicamente es obligatorio corroborar el adecuado ambiente para la recepción de alimentos, almacenamiento, manejo de sustancias, refrigeración, congelación, áreas de cocción, preparación y montaje del alimento, servicios sanitarios, manejo de residuos, control de plagas entre otros con el único fin de asegurar una inocuidad alimentaria.Palabras clave: Seguridad alimentaria; nutrición; servicios de alimentación; Codex Alimentarius; Normas Oficiales Mexicanas AbstractThe fundamental purpose of optimal hygienic management in food services is to reduce the incidence of foodborne diseases and improve our mechanisms for prevention, control and diagnosis. Optimal hygienic management is essential due to food-nutrition insecurity and, in addition, to the bioavailability of nutrients ingested in public and private establishments. The chemical-medical-biological profile and the addition of a strong component that needs to be in­corporated as the nutritional one, makes the observation of health risks fundamental. It is im­portant to provide a secure food environment to guarantee safety in any space and not create a problem in the arena of Public Health. There are several regulation points to meet and verify to continue providing a service in any place that has a food service. To establish an optimal hygienic food environment one must ensure availability, accessibility, acceptability and biologi­cal food use. Specifically, it is mandatory to assure an adequate environment for the reception of food, storage, handling of substances, refrigeration, freezing, cooking areas, preparation and plating, sanitary services, waste management and pest control among others. The sole purpose of providing these actions is for ensuring food safety.Keywords: Food security, nutrition, food services, codex alimentarius, official Mexican standards