bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Knowledge, attitudes and practices on use of Fossa Alternas and double vault urine diverting dry (DVUDD) latrines in Malawi
Authors: Kumwenda Save , Msefula Chisomo , Kadewa Wilfred , Ngwira Bagrey , Morse Tracy , Ensink Jeroen H. J.
Published: October 2016

Fossa Alternas and double vault urine diverting dry (DVUDD) latrines have been extensively promoted as ecological sanitation (EcoSan) latrine options in Malawi, but little is known about whether they are used properly. A qualitative study of EcoSan users was conducted in Blantyre and Chikwawa districts, Malawi. Data were collected using in-depth interviews (IDIs). Twenty-eight (28) and seventeen (17) IDIs were conducted with household heads that had Fossa Alternas and DVUDD latrines, respectively. Recorded data were transcribed verbatim and analysed thematically. Of the total 45 EcoSan users, 40 had moderate to high knowledge on EcoSan latrine use, four had low knowledge and only one had no knowledge of how EcoSan latrines operate. Blockages of urine diversion systems, intensive management and maintenance needed for the latrines were reported as some problems related to the negative attitudes about EcoSan use. Use of soil and ash, urine diverting, use of hot water and chemicals to kill maggots, urinating in the drop-hole of the DVUDDs and poor maintenance of the roof were some of the practices reported on use of these latrines. It is therefore recommended that government, through community workers, should be monitoring practices on EcoSan latrine use and provide necessary support to users.
Towards two-way flood risk communication: current practice in a community in the UK
Authors: Ping Neoh Siew , Wehn Uta , Zevenbergen Chris , van der Zaag Pieter
Published: October 2016

Despite the considerable progress in engineering works, flooding continues and is now recognized as a major and increasing challenge. This realisation has resulted in a shift in flood risk management from leaning heavily on structural measures to the incorporation of non-structural initiatives, such as communication about flood risks that is considerate of the diversity existing within communities and that encompasses the entire disaster cycle. Communities that are more aware of flood risks and possess the knowledge to prepare for disasters appear to be better able to respond, mitigate and recover from their detrimental impacts. This paper examines the current practice of flood risk communication strategies of a local community in Doncaster, UK. The research findings are analysed with a view to identifying factors that positively and negatively influence the flood risk communication strategies and community resilience. Based on these insights, we provide recommendations for further improving the communication about flood risks, and ways in which it could be better targeted and used throughout the disaster cycle to help strengthen community resilience.
Homofobia: apreciaciones desde tres perspectivas psicológicas
Authors: Andrade-Salazar José Alonso , Borja-Acosta Ana María , Soto-Cardona Jennifer Andrea , Camelo-Osorio Sandra Patricia
Published: October 2016

La presente investigación busca aproximarse a las causas psicosociales de la homofobia a través de una investigación cualitativa, con base al paradigma comprensivo-hermenéutico abordada desde los principios epistemológicos de tres escuelas psicológicas: psicoanálisis, humanismo y conductual. En la región latinoamericana, la homofobia es un fenómeno concebido aún como tabú, diferentes víctimas de este tipo de discriminación han recibido por parte de los victimarios agresiones de diversa índole. Estos aspectos pueden explicarse por efectos del reforzamiento de conductas por parte de la familia, grupo de pares y diversas representaciones sociales en el plano biopsicosocial. En síntesis, la homofobia es una problemática real que a la fecha perturba la salud mental y física de personas homosexuales, al provenir de un sistema en donde la homogeneidad y la “normalidad” es lo prioritario y fundamental para encajar dentro de una sociedad.
Los indios y los empedrados sotaquireños
Authors: Quesada-Cárdenas Edwin Giovanni , Villamil-Guzmán Clara Inés
Published: October 2016

Este artículo de investigación describe la preparación de los platos culinarios tradicionales del municipio de Sotaquirá (Boyacá), que hacen parte de los saberes ancestrales que han prevalecido generacionalmente en los habitantes del municipio; ya que caracterizan la identidad sotaquireña. También se exponen algunos elementos sobre la gestión de la administración municipal (2012-2015) para promover la permanencia y reconocimiento de estos saberes como patrimonio cultural. El contenido del artículo es el resultado de la investigación “Identidad campesina en torno a los oficios tradicionales en el municipio de Sotaquirá (2013-2015)”; que tuvo como fin describir las costumbres culturales en torno a los oficios tradicionales, que configuran la identidad campesina de los habitantes del municipio de Sotaquirá. El enfoque metodológico fue cualitativo desde la corriente socio-critica; se usaron la entrevista y la observación participante para reconocer la importancia de los platos que se configuran como aspectos fundamentales de la identidad de los sotaquireños. Se destaca que este trabajo logró generar espacios de reflexión con los entrevistados respecto de los oficios tradicionales culinarios del municipio en torno al reconocimiento del valor de los platos como patrimonio cultural y las particularidades del plato de acuerdo con los contextos familiares.
Seguridad Humana: Aplicabilidad del concepto a la realidad colombiana
Authors: Devia-Garzón Camilo Andrés , Ortega-Avellaneda Dina Alejandra
Published: October 2016

Este documento busca establecer la relación entre el concepto de Seguridad Humana y las realidades de Colombia. En una primer parte, muestra los principales aportes teóricos que desde el país se han realizado a la Seguridad Humana. Después se muestra la implementación del concepto a la práctica en Colombia. Finalmente se establece el contexto actual de Colombia y los retos que debe enfrentar en el potencial escenario de posconflicto desde la Seguridad Humana; mostrando que la finalización del conflicto armado hace necesaria la inclusión de otro tipo de dimensiones a la seguridad que mejoren las condiciones de la población y permitan un escenario real de paz.
Representación indígena en el periodismo colombiano: el cómo y el por qué
Authors: Cortes Diego Mauricio
Published: October 2016

Tomando como caso de estudio la representación de los medios colombianos de la Minga de Resistencia Social y Comunitaria del 2008 (MRSC), este trabajo muestra como los dos diarios de circulación nacional, El Tiempo y El Espectador, y los noticieros Caracol y RCN, cubren las demandas y propuestas políticas de organizaciones indígenas, sector tradicionalmente excluido en Colombia. Basado en el análisis de contenido de 238 artículos de dichos periódicos y de los noticieros emitidos durante esta movilización, este articulo muestra las técnicas visuales y de lenguaje utilizadas para criminalizar e/o invisibilizar, dependiendo del caso y contexto, los actos políticos de dichas comunidades. Como conclusión se discute cómo este tipo de representación es producto de tres factores que afectan el periodismo en los medios masivos en Colombia: el monopolio de los medios masivos, los problemas en el ejercicio del periodismo, y la afinidad ideológica entre el periodismo y el poder.
O Qualis Periódicos na percepção de um grupo de coordenadores de programas de pós-graduação
Authors: Maciel Maria Goretti De Lacerda , Neto Ivan Rocha
Published: October 2016

A avaliação da qualidade das publicações dos programas depós-graduação por meio do sistema Qualis Periódicos tem sido alvode críticas, sugerindo a necessidade de uma revisão, considerando quesua implantação teve início em 1998. Entretanto, não há consensosem relação à metodologia de classificação, tampouco a respeito dospesos conferidos para a avaliação dos programas de pós-graduação.Esta pesquisa de natureza qualitativa foi desenvolvida medianteconsulta por via eletrônica para a coleta de informações endereçada aoscoordenadores de programas de pós-graduação que tiveram suas notasmodificadas nas três últimas avaliações trienais da Capes (2004, 2007 e2010). Os resultados apontaram incertezas, mas a maioria mostrou-sefavorável à continuidade e ao aperfeiçoamento desse sistema.
O Portal Periódicos Capes e os cursos de Administração Pública na Universidade Aberta do Brasil
Authors: Mattos Ana Maria , Fraga Tânia
Published: October 2016

Relatam-se a evolução do Portal Capes, a criação da Universidade Aberta do Brasil (UAB) e a oferta de cursos de Administração Pública nas instituições de ensino superior brasileiras na modalidade educação a distância. Relacionam-se o uso e a disponibilidade de material informacional do Portal Capes, os cursos de Administração Pública ministrados na modalidade a distância e a oferta de títulos de periódicos em texto completo sobre Administração Pública no Portal Capes. Conclui-se que estudar os hábitos de uso de informação dos usuários do Portal e de alunos da UAB permite uma integração e melhora no desempenho dos projetos analisados.
A Pós-Graduação stricto sensu em Biodiversidade Tropical no Amapá: uma experiência em construção
Authors: Cunha Helenilza Ferreira Albuquerque , Cavalcanti da Cunha Alan , Cardoso da Silva José Maria
Published: October 2016

A criação do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biodiversidade Tropical (PPGBIO) foi um marco histórico que uniu o esforço de quatro instituições distintas com os mesmos objetivos (Universidade Federal do Amapá, Instituto de Pesquisas Científicas e Tecnológicas do Estado do Amapá, Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuária e Conservação Internacional). Este estudo descreve o perfil dos candidatos junto ao programa e seus resultados mais expressivos nesta modalidade de parceria institucional da pós-graduação aprovada pela Capes. O êxito do programa imediatamente se refletiu principalmente na permanência de mais de 90% dos egressos do curso de mestrado no estado do Amapá,que atuam ou passaram a atuar em diversas instituições públicas e setores ambientais.
A inovação tecnológica à luz dos paradigmas científicos: o lugar das ciências da linguagem
Authors: Corrêa Lêda Pires
Published: October 2016

O lugar das ciências da linguagem na produção de inovação tecnológica tem sido objeto constante de reflexões e debates entre os especialistas da área no espaço da pós-graduação brasileira. Com oobjetivo de possibilitar discussões mais abrangentes e aprofundadas sobre o tema, este artigo apresenta inicialmente uma reflexão sobre oimpacto das inovações tecnológicas em diferentes áreas da ciência e da tecnologia, no interior do paradigma moderno, comparadas à revolução técnico-linguística da gramatização. Em um segundo momento, busca-se apontar as perspectivas de inovação dos estudos da linguagem no atual contexto brasileiro da pós-graduação, configurado pelos fluxos de transição entre o paradigma moderno, pautado pela razão cartesiana,e o paradigma pós-moderno, que traz à tona o pensamento complexo e multidisciplinar.
Inovação e pós-graduação: um estudo específico sobre o primeiro mestrado profissional em Educação na Bahia
Authors: Nascimento Fabiana Dos Santos , Piñeiro Maria Gabriela Rodrigues , Ramos Isabele Sodré
Published: October 2016

O presente artigo é oriundo de um estudo realizado pela Agência Uneb de Inovação da Universidade do Estado da Bahia (Uneb) acerca doMestrado Profissional em Gestão e Tecnologias Aplicadas à Educação (Gestec/Uneb). A apresentação deste estudo tem o objetivo de discutir a relação entre a inovação e o mestrado profissional (MP), em especial o Gestec, evidenciando-o como o primeiro mestrado profissional na área de Educação na Bahia. Para isso, será esboçado um panorama sobre o mestrado profissional na contemporaneidade, delineando os caminhos que levaram ao seu surgimento. Ademais, o texto traz algumas contribuições sobre as potencialidades inovadoras do MP, afim de debater os pontos basilares dessa modalidade de mestrado no que tange à inovação no cenário educacional.
Mestrado profissional em Educação e inovação na prática docente
Authors: Martins Ronei Ximenes , Ribeiro Cláudia Maria
Published: October 2016

O artigo apresenta a experiência de planejamento e implantação de um mestrado profissional em Educação destinado à formação docente, com ênfase na aplicação de conhecimentos para a atuação profissional, porém, alicerçada na pesquisa, no pensamento reflexivo/crítico e na inovação pedagógica. A abordagem adotada para o relato busca superar as diferenças e os antagonismos entre mestrados acadêmicos e profissionais e se foca nos componentes que distinguem uma inovação: a) a alteração de sentido da prática corrente; e b) o caráter intencional, sistemático e planejado, em contraponto à mudança espontânea ou esporádica. São discutidos os conceitos de mestradoprofissional e inovação no âmbito educacional; é apresentado o projeto pedagógico, sua organização, bem como os elementos que viabilizam a inovação na atuação profissional; além da experiência vivenciada até o momento e os aprimoramentos possíveis.
Ciência e PACTI: áreas portadoras de futuro: Biotecnologia e Nanotecnologia1
Authors: Cabral Eula Dantas Taveira
Published: October 2016

A partir dos métodos qualitativo e quantitativo, utilizando-seas pesquisas bibliográfica e documental, neste artigo são verificadosos investimentos do Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação, pormeio do Plano de Ação em Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação 2007-2010,na área científica e se a região Sudeste está capacitada para atenderdemandas e propostas de um plano nacional, em termos de recursoshumanos nas áreas de Biotecnologia e Nanotecnologia. Verificam-seoito programas de pós-graduação stricto sensu que se encaixam nasprioridades estratégicas 1 e 3 e na linha de ação 7 que tiveram notas 5,6 e/ou 7 na Avaliação Trienal 2010 da Capes, além do número de bolsasde mestrado e doutorado da Capes e do CNPq.
Perfil dos mestres de um programa de pós-graduação em Promoção de Saúde: características e percepções sobre o curso
Authors: Ferreira Sara Regina , Morraye Mônica Andrade
Published: October 2016

Este estudo teve como objetivo conhecer o perfil de mestres egressos entre janeiro de 2006 e maio de 2011 do mestrado em Promoção de Saúde da Universidade de Franca e suas percepções sobre o curso. Utilizou-se como instrumento de coleta de dados um questionário semiestruturado, autoaplicável, enviado por correio eletrônico. Da amostra de 128 egressos, 86 (67,1%) responderam à pesquisa, sendo predominantes as mulheres, fisioterapeutas e enfermeiras. A idade média ao iniciarem o mestrado foi de 34 anos e o tempo médio para titulação, de 25,6 meses. Durante o curso, trabalhavam mais de 40 horas semanais como docentes em instituições de ensino superior privadas, que eram as fontes de auxílio financeiro para a realizaçãodo curso. Apresentaram pouca atuação em pesquisa, mas um bom domínio do inglês. A titulação contribuiu com um aumento salarial menor que 20%, e a docência apresentou-se como a área de atuação predominante antes e depois do mestrado. As expectativas em relação ao curso foram plenamente alcançadas; o curso foi considerado imprescindível para o exercício profissional, e o aprendizado adquirido é utilizado na docência. Este estudo permitiu conhecer profissionais com habilidades e competências para a solução de problemas atuais e capazes de auxiliar no planejamento de condições melhores para as comunidades locais.
Pós-Graduação em Educação e Universidade: reflexões sobre solidariedade e compromisso social. Análise de uma experiência entre a UFPel e a Unisinos (Projeto Casadinhos)
Authors: Ghiggi Gomercindo , Streck Danilo R.
Published: October 2016

O texto tem o objetivo de expor e refletir uma experiênciade trabalho colaborativo entre duas universidades brasileiras, aUniversidade Federal de Pelotas (UFPel) e a Universidade do Vale do Riodos Sinos (Unisinos), por meio de seus programas de pós-graduaçãoem Educação. O trabalho aqui analisado foi desenvolvido por meio doProjeto Casadinhos: Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal deNível Superior (Capes)/Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado doRio Grande do Sul (Fapergs), na perspectiva de viabilizar uma relaçãomais sistemática e orgânica entre um programa consolidado (Unisinos)e um programa em consolidação (UFPel). Além de retomar o projeto eapontar para breve análise das atividades e da produção que resultaramdo projeto, os autores intentam refletir a pós-graduação stricto sensue sua relação com a natureza do trabalho da universidade. O textosugere que há motivos que justificam a dedicação de significativonúmero de docentes à pós-graduação, buscando, solidariamente, pôra serviço da sociedade o que resulta de tal investimento. O destaque,portanto, é para a inserção social dos programas de pós-graduaçãoe, por consequência, a relação com a pesquisa e a produção doconhecimento.
Facsapos kapcsolatok kísérleti vizsgálata
Authors: Hudák J. , Literáti Zsolt , Kovács Imre , Radnay László
Published: October 2016

Faszerkezetek tervezésében szemléletváltás szükséges. Kis keresztmetszetű fűrészáruból összeállított rácsos tartószerkezetek alkalmasak nagy fesztávok áthidalására. Az így előregyártott tartószerkezeti elemek felhasználása csökkenti a helyszíni munkát, és gazdaságossá teszi a faszerkezetek alkalmazását. A rácsrudak kapcsolata keményfacsap alkalmazásával, az acél szerkezeti elemek teljes kiiktatásával is kialakítható, így a szerkezet agresszív környezetben is alkalmazhatóvá váli k. Jelen kutatás témája a facsapos kapcsolat. Kísérleteinkben facsapok, és egyes facsapos kapcsolatok teherbírását vizsgáltuk. A kísérletek eredményeit összevetettük a gyakorlatban elterjedt méretezési eljárásokkal.
Effect of load flank angle modifications on the structural integrity of buttress threaded connections
Authors: Galle T. , Van Wittenberghe J. , Jula F. Camelia , De Waele W. , De Baets P.
Published: October 2016

One of the main requirements of threaded & coupled connections used in oil-producing wells is the ability to resist high tensile loads. In order to ensure integrity under ever-increasing loads, the geometric parameters of the connection can be modified. In this paper, an FEA study of a 4.5 inch casing connection is reported to examine the effects of a modified load angle in combination with high tensile forces. The focus is on two failure mechanisms: jump-out and plastically deformed zones. Furthermore, a relative motion of pin and box at the contact regions is observed. It is concluded that using a negative load flank might be beneficial in order to prevent jump-out. At the same time, the deformations at the roots of the last engaged threads of the pin appear to be larger and relative sliding increases. Despite an optimization against one failure mechanism, the connection might fail as a result of an inevitable reduction of resistance against another.
SCAD Journal Volume 4, Issue 1
Authors: Van Wittenberghe Jeroen
Published: October 2016

SCAD Journal Volume 4, Issue 1 editorial information
A study on correlating microstructural features with abrasion resistance of a high strength low alloy steel
Authors: Xu Xiaojun , Xu Wei , Van der Zwaag Sybrand
Published: October 2016

Scratch tests were carried out in order to investigate correlations of the scratch resistance, representing the abrasion resistance to a certain extent, with various microstructural features as well as different resulting hardness of a high strength low alloy (HSLA) steel. The HSLA steel was subjected to selected heat treatment cycles in order to produce different microstructural combinations, thereby obtaining various abrasion resistance. Results of scratch tests suggested that a high hardness alone cannot guarantee a high scratch (abrasion) resistance, and the microstructural features play a vital role in determining the abrasion resistance. More specifically, it was shown that a dual phase (ferrite plus martensite) microstructure with a relatively low hardness possesses a better abrasion resistance than a full martensite with a higher hardness. Moreover, observations of scratch scars revealed different features of scar surface and debris: the dual phase microstructure results in a smooth scar surface and with plate debris, while a full martensite leads to a relatively coarse scar surface with sharp debris, which is very harmful to the abrasion resistance due to its secondary damage to the surface. Furthermore, results suggested the scratch test can well mimic the nature of abrasion wear and hence provide fast, reproducible, and quantitative information on abrasion resistance of different microstructures
Characterisation of abrasive worn surfaces by surface microtopography parameters
Authors: Barányi I. , Kalácska G. , De Baets Patrick
Published: October 2016

Surface microtopography plays a dual role in the course of friction and wear processes. It affects the contact and temperature conditions, and it undergoes significant changes in accordance with the wear mechanism. The amplitude, spacing, hybrid and functional parameters of microtopographies provide opportunities for understanding more deeply the wear process. Wear experiments and surface roughness measurements before and after the wear were performed. The aim of this study was to define the availability of the roughness parameters to describe the microtopography modification during the abrasive tribological process.
Study of SENT specimens with a tilted notch to evaluate ductile tearing in spiral welded pipeline applications
Authors: Deprez Maxime , Keereman Frédéric , Van Minnebruggen Koen , Hertelé Stijn , De Waele Wim
Published: October 2016

There is an increasing interest for the use of spiral welded pipelines in strain based design applications. Environmentally imposed loads are able to plastically deform the pipelines, meaning that their structural response is of the utmost importance. However, since the influence of the spiral weld is not fully grasped, further investigation is necessary. The mechanical response of the pipeline is not only influenced by its material properties, but also by the angular position of the welds. Subsequently, the effect of mixed mode loading is a crucial aspect when assessing the helical welds. To evaluate the ductile tearing of the pipeline material, multiple single edge notched tensile (SENT) tests - each with a tilted notch of 25° with respect to the transverse direction - were executed. The extension of the crack is assessed by means of potential drop measurements and finite element simulations. Resistance curves were realized by combining the crack opening displacement with the associated crack extension. This is an ongoing investigation and in this paper a first set of five tests are evaluated.
BILATERAL BLINDNESS DUE TO ANTI-TUBERCULAR TREATMENT: A RARE PRESENTATION
Authors: Bhandary Sulatha V , Sehgal Akshay , Rao Lavanya G , Rao A Krishna , Kusumgar Pallak , Thanusubramanian Harish
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Ethambutol and isoniazid (INH) are antimicrobial agents used in the treatment of tuberculosis. Optic neuropathy is a well-recognized toxic effect
of these drugs, usually manifesting as a decrease in visual acuity and deficits in color vision. This study presents the case of a 75-year-old male
diagnosed of spinal tuberculosis, who developed irreversible bilateral optic neuropathy causing complete blindness induced by ethambutol and INH.
Ophthalmologic examination revealed sluggish pupillary reactions and optic disc pallor in both eyes. Visual evoked potential and magnetic resonance
imaging brain complemented the confirmation of the diagnosis.
Keywords: Ethambutol, Isoniazid, Optic neuritis, Tuberculosis.
THE EVALUATION OF THE RATE AND THE TYPE OF MEDICATION ERRORS AMONG NURSES
Authors: Pournamdar Zahra , Zare Sadegh
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: Since medication instructions are an important part of patients’ treatment process, neglecting the correct principles of medication
instructions application can result in numerous problems such as unsuccessful treatment or failure and the emergence of lawsuit and complaint
issues. The survey and the determination of the medication error types is the first step in preventing them and since the medication errors are
common among the nurses according to the various studies and due to their importance the researchers decided to perform a study aiming at the
survey of the rate and the type of the medication errors common among the nurses.
Methods: This study is a descriptive research performed on 119 nurses from Zahedan training hospitals all of whom have been selected based on a
random method in 2016. To gather the necessary information required for the current study, a two-part questionnaire was taken advantage of the first
part of which was related to the demographic characteristics, and the second part was connected to the evaluation of the type of medication errors
and reporting them. Finally, after the questionnaires were collected, the data were analyzed based on SPSS 19 software and descriptive statistics.
Results: The participants average age was 28.86±6.45; 101 individuals were women and 87 individuals had passed courses on ethics. Furthermore,
86 nurses had had an experience of medication error at least for 1 time. The highest mean score in the type of the medication error was related to
“wrong infusion rate, wrong dosage, and administering several drugs without paying attention to the drug interferences.”
Conclusion: In this study, the results indicated that the rate of the medication errors is a very high among the nurses. Therefore, to reduce the
medication errors, there is a need for making serious decisions.
Keywords: Medication error, Nurses, Zahedan.
IN VITRO ANTI-INFLAMMATORY ACTIVITY OF 4-BENZYLPIPERIDINE
Authors: V Jayashree , S Bagyalakshmi , K Manjula Devi , Daniel D Richard
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: To study the in vitro anti-inflammatory activity of 4-benzylpiperidine.
Methods: This study was conducted to evaluate the in vitro anti-inflammatory activity of 4-benzylpiperidine using in vitro models such as inhibition
of albumin denaturation and proteinase inhibitory activity.
Results: This study revealed the dose-dependent inhibition of protein denaturation and proteinase inhibitory activity by 4-benzylpiperidine.
Conclusion: In the present study, results indicate that the 4-benzylpiperidine possess anti-inflammatory properties. The drug inhibited the heat
induced albumin denaturation and proteinase inhibitory activity. It shows dose-dependent significant activity when compared with a standard drug.
Hence, this study gives an idea that the 4-benzylpiperidine can be used as a lead compound for designing a potent anti-inflammatory drug which can
be used to cure inflammation.
Keywords: Anti-inflammatory activity, 4-Benzylpiperidine, Protein denaturation, Proteinase inhibitory activity.
ROLE OF VARMAM THERAPY IN KUMBAVATHAM MANAGEMENT
Authors: Chelvi Maanickha , Kumar Rajesh , Kumar A Rajendra
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Introduction: Siddha medicine, one among the ancient indigenous medical systems of India, has a repository of classical formulations as internal
medication and various other unique techniques/therapies as external usage. Varmam is one among such therapies used to treat multiple ailments,
especially related to musculoskeletal and neurological deficits. Sometimes, varmam therapy is used along with internal medications and external
applications as well.
Objective: Adhesive capsulitis or periarthritis may be correlated with kumbavatham which is one of the vatha diseases mentioned in the Siddha
literature Yugi Vaithya Chinthamani. Kumbavatham is one of the most common rheumatological problems in old age group, especially those in
diabetic participants. It is the most common long-term complication next to osteoarthritis in diabetes mellitus patients.
Methods: The present intervention was done in kumbavatham patients who volunteered to undergo the varmam therapy with regular outpatient
department medications, and the results were presented. The effect of varmam therapy on kumbavatham was assessed in accordance with shoulder
pain and disability index.
Result and Conclusion: The result of the current study concludes that the varmam therapy might be useful in the management of kumbavatham
diseases and thus improves the quality of life of the patients.
Keywords: Kumbavatham, Adhesive capsulitis, Varmam therapy, Diabetes mellitus, Siddha.
A PROSPECTIVE STUDY ON QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH ARTHRITIS
Authors: Sukumaran Sathesh Kumar , Devi G Poojitha
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: Patient counseling can scientifically improve the physical and mental symptoms of certain diseases that could be a relief to the patient.
Non-pharmacological approaches could be an alternative to the drug therapy. Health issues affecting the quality of life (QoL) are to be studied to
understand the patient’s physical, mental, emotional, and social functioning.
Methods: The present study involves prospective analysis of QoL in men and women with arthritis. The methodology involves the collection and
documentation of general information of the patient including personal history, family background, clinical findings, investigations, and medical illness
associated with arthritis. Further, the QoL is documented using a specific questionnaire designed to assess the impact of arthritis and their complications.
Results: It can be seen that there is no significant changes in the physical and mental component score (MCS) in between the type of arthritis, but
there is an extremely significant (p<0.05) values were obtained when compared between pre- and post-counseling phases of physical and MCS.
Conclusion: Patients counseling plays a major role in the management of signs and symptoms among patients with arthritis. The non-pharmacological
method is also be used for the management of arthritis.
Keywords: Quality of life, Arthritis, Patient counseling, Questionnaire, Physical component score, Mental component score.
SIMULTANEOUS ESTIMATION OF CURCUMINOIDS, PIPERINE, AND GALLIC ACID IN AN AYURVEDIC FORMULATION BY VALIDATED HIGH-PERFORMANCE THIN LAYER CHROMATOGRAPHIC METHOD
Authors: Vyas Niraj Yashvantrai , Patel Sejal
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: The present study was proposed to quantitatively estimate the amount of three marker compounds; curcuminoids, piperine, and gallic
acid in a multicomponent ayurvedic formulation using high-performance thin layer chromatographic (HPTLC) method for routine analytical work.
Methods: TLC separation was performed on silica gel 60 F
 plates using toluene:ethyl acetate:formic acid:methanol (5.6:2.2:1.2:1.0 v/v/v/v) as
mobile phase. Plate was developed by to a distance of 90 mm at ambient room temperature with 20 minutes saturation time. Densitometric analysis
was performed at 327 nm. Method was validated as per International Conference on Harmonization Q2 (R1) guideline also.
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Results: Piperine, curcuminoids, and gallic acid were separated on TLC at retention factor values of 0.71, 0.61, and 0.29, respectively. The described
method was linear over the range of 300-700 ng/spot, 100-300 ng/spot, and 250-550 ng/spot, respectively, for curcuminoids, piperine, and gallic
acid. The accuracy of the method was assessed by recovery studies and was found to be 101.71%, 99.67%, and 99.59% for curcuminoids, piperine,
and gallic acid, respectively. The amount of curcuminoids, piperine, and gallic acid in the ayurvedic formulation was found to be 3.99% w/w, 1.9%
w/w, and 0.8% w/w, respectively, when analyzed quantitatively by developed validated HPTLC method.
Conclusion: The method can be used as a tool for quality control of herbal formulation.
Keywords: Curcuminoids, Piperine, Gallic acid, High-performance thin layer chromatographic.
EXTRACELLULAR AND INTRACELLULAR SYNTHESIS OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES
Authors: Shanmugam Kirubanandan , Subramanian Prasanna
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: The cellular synthesis of nanoparticle is a green process and alternative for a conventional process for the preparation of silver nanoparticles.
In our research, focus has been given to the development of an efficient and eco-friendly viable process for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles using
cancer and non-cancerous cells, a cell culture that was isolated. The results of this investigation are observed that silver nanoparticles could be
induced to synthesis intra- and extra-cellularly using mammalian cells such as cancerous and non-cancerous cells.
Methods: The silver nanoparticles are synthesized by the cancer and non-cancerous cells such as HeLa (Homo sapiens, human), SiHa, and human
embryonic kidney-293 cell lines. The silver nanoparticles were characterized by ultraviolet (UV)-visible spectroscopy, transmission electron
microscopy (TEM), and X-ray powder diffraction (XRD).
Results: The silver nanoparticles exhibited maximum absorbance at 415 nm in UV-visible spectroscopy. The XRD confirms the characteristic of the
crystal lattice of silver nanoparticles by observing three peaks: Peak at 38 is due to reflection from (111), peak at 44 is due to reflection from (200),
and peak at 65 is due to reflection from (220). TEM images showed the formation of stable silver nanoparticles in the cell lines.
Conclusion: The method of extraction of intracellular/extracellular synthesis of silver nanoparticles was inexpensive, simple, and effective in large
scale with no need to use of complex process equipment. The cancer cell considered as a biological factory at nanoscale dimension which continued to
grow after synthesis of silver nanoparticles. The silver reduction by these cancer cells has occurred through energy-dependent processes that lead to
the high output of this reaction. Hence, this new approach of using a mammalian cell for the successful synthesis of nanosized silvers could be easily
scaled up, which establishes its commercial viability and also useful in the drug delivery and drug targeting.
Keywords: Silver nanoparticles, Cancer cells, Biosynthesis and characteristics of silver nanoparticles.

 
PRELIMINARY PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS AND CYTOTOXICITY POTENTIAL OF PINEAPPLE EXTRACT ON ORAL CANCER CELL LINES
Authors: Menon Anirudh , Priya V Vishnu , R Gayathri
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: This study aims at performing a preliminary phytochemical analysis to evaluate the phytochemical composition of pineapple extract and
its cytotoxicity potential on oral cancer cell lines.
Methods: Preliminary phytochemical analysis of pineapple extract was done, 3-(4, 5-Dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2, 5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium bromide
assay for evaluating the cytotoxicity potential of the extract on oral cancer cell lines was performed.
Results: Phytoconstituents such as flavonoids, coumarins, and phenols were present in the pineapple extract. The extract also exhibited increased
cytotoxicity with increased concentration.
Conclusion: This study is conducted to see if pineapple extract is effective in treating oral cancer in a natural way instead of harmful treatments.
Keywords: Cytotoxicity, Pineapple extract, Anticancer drug.

 
THE SURVEY OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT AMONG ZAHEDAN MEDICAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY STAFF IN 2016 Research Article
Authors: Zare Sadegh , Miandoab Nazanin Yousefian , Salar Ali Reza , Hossein Chalak Mohammad , Jafari Hossein
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: Nowadays, human relationships with the organizations are among the most important issues and organizational problems which can
direct the organization to the crash point. Emotional intelligence (EI) has extensively influenced the work-related behaviors such as teamwork,
expansion of the talents, innovation, service providing quality, and customer loyalty and can lead to job satisfaction and organizational commitment.
Therefore, according to the effects that EI can exert on the organizational commitment and productivity of the organization, the present study has
been conducted with the objective of surveying the relationship between EI and organizational commitment.
Methods: The present study is a cross-sectional descriptive-analytical research which has been conducted on 160 individuals from Zahedan Medical
Sciences University staff who were selected based on a random method in 2016. To gather the information, a three-part questionnaire was applied the
first part of which was connected to the demographic characteristics; the second part was related to the EI standard questionnaire; the third part was
pertaining to the organizational commitment standard questionnaire. Data were analyzed by taking advantage of SPSS 19 and descriptive statistics,
Pearson correlation, variance analysis, and independent t-test.
Results: The results of the present study indicated that the individuals’ average age was 36.54±10.03, 98 individuals were women, 137 individuals
were married. The individual’s total mean score in EI was 114.11±14.07 which has been reported to be high, according to the questionnaire ranking
and the organizational commitment total mean score was 75.19±7.7. In the present study, the relationship between EI and organizational commitment
was found to be statistically significant (p=0.005).
Conclusion: The results obtained in the current study are consistent with the results obtained from the cited studies, and there was a significant
relationship between EI and organizational commitment.
Keywords: Organizational commitment, Emotional intelligence, University staff.
DIETARY SALT INTAKE: HISTORY, ASSESSMENT, AND BENEFIT IN HYPERTENSIVE TREATMENT
Authors: Raj Sunitha Esther , Tan Lee Mei , Md Redzuan Adyani
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Multiple lines of investigation including genetic, epidemiological, and interventional studies have demonstrated consistently a positive relationship
between salt intake, blood pressure (BP) increment, and cardiovascular consequences. In addition, it has been documented that excessive salt intake
can be attributed to various health complications such as asthma, osteoporosis, obesity, and gastric cancer. On the contrary, a reduction in salt intake
has been shown to reduce BP and improve health outcomes, although the evidence is not completely unequivocal. Despite this discrepancy, a lowsodium
diet
is widely
being recommended
to
all hypertensive
patients in
particular,
as evidence
against
its efficacy in
conjunction with optimum
hypertensive
treatment
is
well
established.
Determination
of
salt
intake
among hypertensive
patients is important
since dietary
salt
restriction
had

been
proven
to
improve
BP control
in conjunction with optimum pharmacological management.
Various
methods
have
been used to
estimate
sodium
intake
includes 24-hrs
urinary
sodium,
overnight
urinary sodium,
spot
urinary sodium/creatinine
ratio,
and dietary survey
methods. Reducing

population
salt
intake
has been proven
to
be beneficial, preventing
millions
of
deaths from
cardiovascular
disease
and
stroke,
and reducing
the burden

on
health
services.
Many
individual
countries around
the globe
have
already
taken
action against
reducing
population
salt
intake.
These strategies

were
either led by
government,
nongovernment
organizations,
or industry.
Keywords: Dietary sodium, Salt, Hypertension, Sodium measurement, Cost-effectiveness.
IDENTIFICATION AND ANTIMICROBIAL SUSCEPTIBILITY TESTING OF PATHOGENIC MICRO-ORGANISM FROM DENTAL PATIENTS
Authors: M Sakthivel , Pm Ayyasamy , Prasanth D Arvind
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: To isolate and identify aerobic microbes present in the periodontal infected patients and to evaluate the choice of antibiotics in the
management of periodontal diseases.
Methods: In this study, these patients have not been treated previously for their conditions. An informed consent was obtained from these patients
before collection of an oral swab. This study was approved by the Institutional Ethical Committee. The details of the patient’s age, sex, and clinical
details were recorded on a per forma meant for this study. The following methodologies were adopted for the isolation and identification of the microorganisms
from
these cases.
Results: In this study out of 50 oral samples, culture positivity was recorded in 43 (86%) cases and no growth in 7 (14%) cases. Antibiotic susceptibility
test using to identified as resistant, sensitive, intermediate of pathogenicity of oral microbes. Such antibiotics were methicillin, ceftazidime,
clindamycin, amikacin, cloxacillin, and cefotaxime. This study should be kept in mind when a local application of antibacterial compounds is used in
the therapy of periodontal disease.
Conclusion: This study highlights the different organisms involved in the different types of dental infections. The antibiotic pattern shown in this work
will be a guide to the clinician in the selection of proper antibiotics for the treatment of these infections. Hence in this study, the limitations were time
and the number of patients. For better outcomes, a larger study population for a longer period of time should be undertaken to know the bacteriology
and to the select the effective drugs of choice for dental infections. A comparative study of bacteriology and mycology and its antimicrobial property
would be very fruitful in the future.
Keywords: Dental, Periodontal, Bacteria, Antibiotics.
INSIGHTS INTO THE ROLE OF MORUS ALBA IN REVERSING OBESITY-ASSOCIATED HEPATIC STEATOSIS AND RELATED METABOLIC DISORDER IN RATS
Authors: Ahmed Hanaa H. , Metwally Fatehya M , Rashad Hend , Zaazaa Asmaa M
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: The goal of the present study was to examine the viability of Morus alba (M. alba) ethanolic extract in repression of obesity-associated
hepatic steatosis and related metabolic disorder; dyslipidemia, hyperinsulinemia, and glycemic status.
Methods: Adult female albino rats were randomly assigned into four groups, eight rats each as follows: Group (1) control group received standard
rodent diet for 24 weeks. The other three groups administered high cholesterol diet for 12 weeks and served as obese group, M. alba-treated group,
and simvastatin-treated group.
Results: The current results showed an increment in thoracic circumference (TCX) and abdominal circumferences (AC) as well as body mass index
(BMI) in obese group. In addition, dyslipidemia, hyperinsulinemia, hyperglycemia, and insulin resistance have been elucidated in obese group.
Moreover, hepatic malondialdehyde (MDA), nitric oxide (NO), serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), and bilirubin
values were significantly increased in obese groups versus control group. On the other hand, administration of ethanolic extract of Morus alba or
simvastatin could significantly lessen BMI and in addition to improve dyslipidemia in obese group. Glucose, insulin levels, and insulin resistance value
in serum samples demonstrated a significant reduction in obese group upon treatment with M. alba ethanolic extract or simvastatin. Furthermore,
noticeable depletion in hepatic MDA, NO contents, serum ALT, AST activities, and serum bilirubin level was recorded as a result of treatment with
either ethanolic extract of M. alba or simvastatin. Histopathological examination of liver tissue showed ballooning degeneration in the hepatocytes
(hepatic steatosis) associated with inflammatory cells penetration in portal zone in obese group. Meanwhile, the treatment of obese groups with
ethanolic extract of M. alba or simvastatin was found to restore the structural organization of the liver.
Conclusion: The present findings provide a novel aspect for understanding of the role of M. alba against obesity-associated liver diseases and related
metabolic disorder. The mechanisms underlying these effects seem to depend on the hypolipidemic potential, anti-inflammatory property, and
antioxidant activity of its phytochemicals.
Keywords: Obesity, Morus alba, Dyslipidemia, Hyperinsulinemia, Hyperglycemia, Hepatic steatosis.
STIGMASTEROL CONTENT OF ARTEMISIA ANNUA L. AND THE PHYTOSTEROL PROFILE
Authors: Tofiana Fadjar Aju , Iwo M Immaculata , Kartasasmita Rahmana Emran , . Elfahmi
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: To find the stigmasterol source of Artemisia annua L. and to study the profile of phytosterol types in A. annua hairy root cultures.
Methods: Stigmasterol content determination was done based on stigmasterol content in the methylene chloride extract of A. annua using high
performance liquid chromatography in wild-type plant, plant tissue cultures, and hairy root cultures. The optimal resolution was achieved by
suitability system, and stigmasterol calibration curve was generated with stigmasterol concentrations series. Phytosterol types in A. annua hairy root
cultures were performed by gas chromatography-mass spectrophotometry.
Results: Highest stigmasterol content in A. annua is shown by hairy root cultures of A. annua in the 5
 week harvesting time, which is 1.5 g/100 g (w/w)
extract. The phytosterol profile in A. annua hairy root cultures encompassed stigmasterol 74.6%, β-sitosterol 13.5%, and campesterol 11.9%.
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Conclusion: A. annua hairy root cultures in 5-week harvesting time prove its potential as stigmasterol source alternative. The highest phytosterol type
in A. annua hairy root cultures is stigmasterol. This is the first report stigmasterol content and its phytosterol profile of A. annua hairy root cultures
extract.
Keywords: Artemisia annua L., Wild-type plant, Plant tissue cultures, Hairy root cultures, Stigmasterol.
PHARMACOGNOSTICAL AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL EVALUATION OF THE PLANT LEUCAS ASPERA
Authors: Kripa K.g , Sangeetha R. , Chamundeeswari D.
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Objective: Leucas aspera (Willd.) Linn. is a herbaceous annual distributed throughout India from the Himalayas down to Ceylon. This study was aimed
to investigate the pharmacognostical, phytochemical characteristics, and heavy metal content of the aerial parts of L. aspera.
Methods: The aerial parts of the plant were subjected to macroscopical and microscopical characterization, followed by physicochemical evaluations
using standardized procedures. Atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) of the dried plant powder was done to determine the metal and mineral
content. Preliminary phytochemical screening and metabolite analysis of the hydroalcoholic extract of L. aspera (HAELA) were also performed to
analyze the various phytoconstituents.
Results: In this study, the microscopic characteristics of L. aspera were found to be consistent with earlier reports. The total ash value was relatively
high (11.5% w/w). Alcohol soluble and water-soluble extractive values were found to be 6.5% and 9%, respectively. AAS indicated the plant to
contain insignificant quantities of heavy metals and considerable amounts of copper, sodium, potassium, and iron. Phytochemical analysis revealed
the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, lignins, phenols, saponins, sterols, and tannins in HAELA.
Conclusion: The pharmacognosy - anatomical, physicochemical, heavy metal characteristics, and the preliminary phytochemical studies of the aerial
parts of L. aspera have revealed the presence of phytoconstituents such as triterpenoids, phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and glycosides; insignificant
quantities of heavy metals and significant content of phenolics and tannins in the plant.
Keywords: Leucas aspera, Ash value, Heavy metal content, Atomic absorption spectroscopy.
MANAGEMENT OF A CASE OF LUMBAR STENOSIS WITH AYURVEDIC INTERVENTION
Authors: Ratha Kshirod Kumar Kumar , Barik Laxmi Dhar , Hazra Jayram
Published: October 2016

ABSTRACT
Ayurveda intervention is gaining popularity for chronic and degenerative disorders. Lumbar stenosis is narrowing of spaces of lumbar spine cause
morbidity in old age. Surgical laminectomy is the only answer in conventional therapy. However, the disease can be better managed in Ayurveda
through panchakarma and rasayana treatment.
Keywords: Low back pain, Lumbar stenosis, Panchakarma, Katigraha.