bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
¿Cómo verbalizar la experiencia?
Authors: Báder Petra
Published: November 2021

El propósito principal de este estudio es ofrecer una lectura de Mirall trencat (1974) de Mercè Rodoreda a partir de un ensayo poco comentado de Virginia Woolf, On Being Ill. Conociendo la influencia de la escritora inglesa en la catalana, nos aventuramos a rescatar algunas ideas básicas del texto woolfiano para analizar los motivos del malestar, la ambigüedad y la horizontalidad en la novela rodorediana. Nuestra finalidad es demostrar cómo aprovecha Rodoreda la tensión entre lo material y lo inmaterial (lo físico y lo no-físico, lo tangible y lo intangible), así como la que se perfila entre lo vertical y lo horizontal para cuestionar las nociones tradicionales de la representación.
Potter e o equilíbrio do ecossistema como fundamento da moralidade da bioética
Authors: Sganzerla Anor , Zanella Diego Carlos , Graeser Verônica
Published: November 2021

O pensamento ético privilegiou a centralidade do ser humano até o século XX. Historicamente, a vida do ecossistema sempre foi considerada um campo alheio à moralidade e as explicações mecanicistas da vida justificavam tais escolhas. Essa visão de mundo revelou-se extremamente prejudicial, pois ela promoveu em desequilíbrio do ecossistema e permitiu o ser humano agir sobre a natureza sem parâmetros morais, e, com isso, a própria sobrevivência humana no futuro ficou ameaçada. A bioética de Van Rensselaer Potter identificou a necessidade de resgatar e ampliar a dimensão ambiental de modo a incluir também sob a proteção ética a totalidade da vida da biosfera. Frente a esse cenário, pergunta-se: ao fundamentar a moralidade da bioética a partir do equilíbrio do ecossistema, de modo a garantir a sobrevivência humana futura, Potter conseguiu superar a tradicional visão antropocêntrica da ética? Trata-se de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, de caráter analítico-interpretativo. Primeiramente, buscou-se analisar como Potter, inspirado em Aldo Leopold, resgatou e ampliou a dimensão ética de modo a incluir também a natureza. Em seguida, buscou-se fundamentar a escolha de Potter pelo equilíbrio do ecossistema como fundamento da moral, e não no reconhecimento do valor intrínseco de cada vida individual. Conclui-se que a bioética potteriana, para afastar-se do antropocentrismo ético, buscou recuperar uma sabedoria ancestral, fundamentada na ideia de um equilíbrio do ecossistema e, nesse equilíbrio Potter encontrou a sabedoria biológica para fundamentar a moralidade da bioética, mesmo tendo incorrido na falácia naturalista.
Sujeto nómade, realidades prostéticas y diversidad funcional
Authors: Palafox Cabral José Rubén
Published: November 2021

El presente artículo centrará sus esfuerzos en la diversidad funcional como eje para explanar las relaciones posibles para la integración de la diversidad en el contrato social, así como la estructuración fundamental para la distribución de la justicia, para ello tomará en cuenta las aportaciones de la ética nómade de Braidotti (2009), así como los postulados del posthumanismo de la misma (2013). Finalmente, se propondrán condiciones suficientes para la reformulación de los sujetos corporizados a través del entendimiento de la diversidad funcional bajo los parámetros del nomadismo filosófico y las realidades prostéticas, así como su integración en el contractualismo bioético.
Being a Student in a Village Primary School from an Ethnographic Perspective
Authors: GUNGOR Isa , KOCBEKER EID Beyhan Nazli
Published: November 2021

This research examined the lifestyle of a typical village settlement and its reflection on the education of children in primary school and the meaning of being a child and student in the village from a sociological perspective. The research aimed to explore how village culture and experiences affect students’ educational life in this context. This research was not the product of an external observation, but rather it was based on the impressions and experiences from a teacher’s perspective. The ethnographic pattern was preferred because the research focused on examining children’s life/learning process within the culture of a village and on the interpretation and reflection of the thoughts and behaviours presented by the people involved in this culture. Observations, participant observations, interviews, and focus group interviews were used in the data collection process. The study revealed that cultural understanding affects many areas. Students and the life experiences of the village have also deeply affected the status of being a student.
Problems with Oversimplified Categories in the Study of Collective Violence
Authors: Nyseth Brehm Hollie , O’Brien Michelle L. , Wahutu j. Siguru
Published: November 2021

This article critically examines oversimplified categories—especially binary categorization—in analyses of collective violence. Researchers often use categories to make sense of complex situations. While they are necessary, these categories can oversimplify people’s lived experiences and can even directly harm individuals and communities during or after collective violence. Thus, we suggest that researchers continually assess their use of categories, and especially binary or otherwise oversimplified categories framed as mutually exclusive. To illustrate this argument, we focus on two major kinds of categories that researchers and others assessing collective violence often use: person categories (e.g., victim/perpetrator, civilian/combatant) and event categories (e.g., war/genocide, terrorism/insurgency). After highlighting issues tied to person and event categories based on our collective fieldwork experience, we propose that researchers can mitigate some of these issues through critical data collection and assessment, the triangulation of narratives, and the careful communication of research findings. We hope that this will help research on collective violence produce a more comprehensive understanding of suffering and resilience worldwide.
Effectiveness of testosterone replacement in men with obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Mangolim Amanda Sampaio , Brito Leonardo de Andrade Rodrigues , Nunes-Nogueira Vania dos Santos
Published: November 2021

Objective

This systematic review evaluated the effect of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in men with obesity having low testosterone levels (LTLs).

Design and methods

Search strategies were performed in MEDLINE, Embase, LILACS, and CENTRAL databases. Two reviewers selected the studies, assessed the risk of bias, and extracted data from the included studies. A random-effects model was used to pool results across studies, and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation was used to evaluate the certainty of evidence.

Results

A total of 16 randomized controlled trials were included. With moderate certainty of the evidence, no difference was found between TRT and placebo regarding total adverse events, TRT led to a 2-kg lean body mass gain and slightly improved low-density lipoprotein (LDL), without effects on the blood pressure. Due to imprecision/heterogeneity, effects in cardiovascular events (relative risk: 0.52, 95% CI: 0.26 to 1.05, 7 trials, 583 participants), high-density lipoprotein, hematocrit, prostate-specific antigen, HbA1c, and quality of life were unclear. TRT was effective for waist circumference and BMI; however, large between-study heterogeneity was found, with 95% prediction intervals crossing the null effect line. Meta-regression revealed that the average age of participants was a significant modifier for both outcomes.

Conclusion

TRT slightly improved the lean body mass and LDL in men with obesity having LTLs but did not affect the blood pressure. The effects of TRT on cardiovascular events, HbA1c, and quality of life are unclear. The mean age of participants significantly modified the effect of TRT on weight loss.
Downregulation of miR-216a-5p and miR-652-3p is associated with growth and invasion by targeting JAK2 and PRRX1 in GH-producing pituitary tumours
Authors: Lee Yang Jong , Kang Chan Woo , Oh Ju hun , Kim Jean , Park Jong-Pil , Moon Ju Hyung , Kim Eui Hyun , Lee Soohyun , Kim Se Hoon , Ku Cheol Ryong , Lee Eun Jig
Published: November 2021

Expression of aberrant microRNA (miRNA) is associated with tumour formation, migration, and invasion. However, there is limited information about the epigenetics of pituitary tumorigenesis. This study investigated the role of miRNA expression during the tumorigenesis of growth hormone (GH)-secreting pituitary tumours. miRNA profiling and real-time PCR were used to analyse the mRNA expression profile in sequential pituitary tissues of a unique animal model with a GH-producing pituitary tumour. Selected miRNAs were further validated in GH-producing cell lines and human pituitary tumour samples. The expression of significantly altered miRNAs and their predicted targets, as detected by microarray, was evaluated by real-time PCR, Western blotting, and immunohistochemistry using samples from mouse models and human pituitary tumours. The effect of miRNAs on tumour proliferation and invasion was examined in GH3 cells using the MTS and Matrigel invasion assays. Among the 14 miRNAs whose expression was significantly changed, miR-216a-5p (fold change = −5.638, P -value = 0.014) and miR-652-3p (fold change = −3.482, P -value = 0.010) were constantly and significantly downregulated. Transfection with mimics of miR-216a-5p and miR-652-3p inhibited GH3 proliferation and invasion, whereas inhibitors promoted them. The direct target genes of miR-216a-5p and miR-652-3p were Jak2 and Prrx1, respectively, which were downregulated in GH3 cells transfected with mimics and in serial pituitary gland tissues, including hyperplasic tissues and tumours of acromegalic animal models and pituitary tumour tissues of acromegalic patients. Downregulated miR-216a-5p and miR-652-3p expression may contribute to tumour progression by targeting JAK2 and PRRX1 on GH-producing pituitary tumours.
Efectividad de un programa de intervención basado en mindfulness para autorregular la atención en niñez de educación primaria
Authors: González-Cortez Nicol Andrea , Lagos-San Martín Nelly Gromiria
Published: November 2021

La bibliografía afirma que la atención es inherente al aprendizaje, de modo que si esta manifestara alteraciones, la entrada y focalización de las diversas experiencias tendría una amplitud limitada, así como también se afirma que si fuera adecuadamente estimulada, el enriquecimiento de las experiencias sería enormemente fructífero. Debido a la importancia de considerar la atención como un proceso formativo, este estudio se ha planteado el diseño de un programa basado en lineamientos mindfulness para fortalecer la autorregulación de la atención en niñez de educación básica y la evaluación de la efectividad de este mismo en el desarrollo de la atención focalizada, sostenida y dividida. Para ello se contó con una muestra de 46 niños y niñas de tercero año básico de la comuna de Pemuco en Chile, con edades comprendidas entre 8 y 9 años de edad. El enfoque del estudio es de tipo secuencial probatorio, enmarcado en un diseño pre-post test con grupo control. En el grupo control y experimental se midió la variable dependiente, mediante los test CARAS, la subescala CLAVES del test WISC-III y el test CSAT. Los resultados indican un aumento significativo del autocontrol atencional del grupo intervenido respecto del grupo control, avalando el impacto de esta herramienta que se pone a disposición del sistem
Human Centered Design como camino de exploración creativa en la enseñanza-aprendizaje del audiovisual en pregrado
Authors: Pérez-Guerrero Ana María , Reyes Carlos Andrés
Published: November 2021

Objetivo. Determinar los beneficios del empleo del Human Centered Design en la formación audiovisual a nivel de pregrado, en el caso del alumnado de la asignatura Géneros y Formatos Audiovisuales, del tercer semestre de la carrera en Comunicación Audiovisual, en la Universidad de La Sabana (Colombia). Metodología. Este caso estudio, de enfoque cualitativo, aborda la aplicación de los principios del HCD contenidos en los pasos de Design Thinking, por parte del estudiantado en el desarrollo de creación de un cineminuto. Participan 177 estudiantes, durante el periodo comprendido desde 2018-2 a 2019-2. A partir de instrumentos de recolección de datos como la observación participante, las revisión documental y audiovisual, resultante de cada fase del proceso, se analizan tres categorías: la seguridad creativa, la resolución de problemas creativos y el conocimiento adquirido por el alumnado. Resultados. La aplicación de HCD mostró avances en el aprendizaje del alumnado en los aspectos estudiados, aunque plantea desafíos en el terreno del trabajo en equipo. Conclusiones. HCD resulta una forma efectiva de presentar al estudiantado un camino de exploración para la creación audiovisual, que fomenta la seguridad creativa, mejora el abordaje de problemas narrativos y técnicos, mediante la evaluación y prototipado de sus trabajos; por tanto, consolida los conocimientos adquiridos tanto en clase como en fases de empatía, (investigación).
FTIR-ATR spectroscopic analyses of changes in wood properties during particle- and fibreboard production of hard- and softwood trees
Authors: Müller Günter , Schöpper Christian , Vos Hubert , Kharazipour Alireza , Polle Andrea
Published: November 2021

Fourier transform infrared attenuated total reflectance (FTIR-ATR) spectroscopy was combined with multivariate data analysis to investigate the chemical changes in wood during particle- and medium density fibreboard (MDF) production of grand fir (Abies grandis [Douglas ex D. Don] Lindl.) and European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.). The mechanical and technological properties of the novel particle- and fibreboards from beech or grand fir wood were similar to those of conventional panels from pine and spruce. This indicates that these timbers can be used as resources for wood-based panel production. Principal component analysis of FTIR spectra differentiated wood, fibres, particles, MDF, and particleboards of both species in the whole production process. Modifications in the spectra of fibres and particles suggested that cellulose properties of wood were changed during mechanical pulping. Different binders and hydrophobic additives were clearly traceable and discernable in wood composites. Samples from the same production step were clustered together, indicating high homogeneity of the raw materials, and intermediate and final products, respectively. This suggests that FTIR spectroscopy in combination with cluster analysis is a useful tool to assess product quality and can be further developed to control and optimize production processes for innovative wood-based panels.
Preparation of salt-sensitive and antibacterial hydrogel based on quaternized cellulose
Authors: Yang Shaoping , Fu Shiyu , Li Xueyun , Zhou Yiming , Zhan Huaiyu
Published: November 2021

Cellulose hydrogels with quaternary ammonium (QA) groups were prepared via the etherification and cross-linking reaction. The structure of the functional hydrogels with QA groups was confirmed with FT-IR. Differential scanning calorimeter (DSC) analysis indicated that there was a large amount of free water in the hydrogels. The hydrogels showed salt-sensitivity behavior, and they also exhibited a strong antibacterial activity toward Escherichia coli.
Aldol Addition-Cyclization Reaction Cascade on a Platform of Chiral Ni(II) Complex of Glycine Schiff Base
Authors: Zou Yupiao , Yin Zizhen , Mei Haibo , Konno Hiroyuki , Moriwaki Hiroki , Soloshonok Vadim , Han Jianlin
Published: November 2021

Using platform of a new type of chiral Ni(II) complex of glycine Schiff base we designed addition-cyclization reaction cascade to explore aspects of kinetic/thermodynamic formation of the corresponding (S)(2S,3S)/(S)(2S,3R) diastereomers. It was found that the final lactone products reflect the thermodynamic stereocontrol due to much greater rates of the reversible aldol addition vs. subsequent cyclization step. The observed 4/1 (S)(2S,3S)/(S)(2S,3R) diastereoselectivity in the reactions of new type of (S)-Ni(II) complexes constitute an improvement over the previously reported 1.7/1 ratio.
In vitro and in silico study of 1,3-oxazol-4-yltriphenylphosphonium salts as potential inhibitors of Candida albicans transglycosylase
Authors: Semenyuta Ivan , Trush Maria , Hodyna Diana , Kachaeva Maryna , Metelytsia Larysa , Brovarets Volodymyr
Published: November 2021

The previously established in vitro high antimicrobial potential of triphenylphosphonium salts (TPPs) against bacterial (Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923 and multi-drug resistant (MDR)) and fungal (Candida albicans ATCC 10231 and MDR) strains made it possible to propose a molecular mechanism of action of these compounds associated with transglycosylase (TG) activity. The hypothesis was based on the well-known literature data on TPPs as inhibitors of S. aureus TG. The created homology model of TG C. albicans is optimal in terms of such quality indicators as GMQE (0.61), ERRAT (overall quality factor 95.904) and Ramachandran plot analysis (90% amino acid residues in the favored regions). Molecular docking of the most active ligands 1a-d, 3c into the active center of the created homology C. albicans TG model demonstrated the formation of stable ligand-protein complexes with binding energies in the range from -8.9 to -9.7 kcal/mol due to the various types of interactions. An important role in complex formation belongs to amino acid residues TYR307, TYR107, GLU275, ALA108 and PRO136. The presented qualitative homologous model of C. albicans TG can be used to search and create new agents with a dual mechanism of antimicrobial action. 1,3-oxazol-4-yltriphenylphosphonium salts 1a-d, 3c perform the perspective objects for further study as antimicrobials against infectious MDR pathogens.
Nanoceria Can Inhibit the Reproduction of Transmissible Gastroenteritis Virus: Consideration for Use to Prevent and Treat Coronavirus Disease
Authors:   Gromashevsky Institute of Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases, NAMS of Ukraine, Rybalko S. , Demchenko O. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine, Starosyla D. ,   Gromashevsky Institute of Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases, NAMS of Ukraine, Deriabin O. ,   Gromashevsky Institute of Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases, NAMS of Ukraine, Rudenko L. ,   Gromashevsky Institute of Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases, NAMS of Ukraine, Shcherbakov О. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine, Babenko L. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine, Bubnov R. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine, Spivak M. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine
Published: November 2021

Nanoceria (cerium dioxide nanoparticles, CeO2) has a broad range of biological properties including antiviral activity. The hypothesis was that nanoceria can efficacy against coronavirus (coronavirus of porcine transmissible gastroenteritis) and potentially can target SARS-CoV-2. Transmissible gastroenteritis coronavirus (TGEV) is the etiologic agent of porcine transmissible gastroenteritis (PTG), a highly contagious pig intestinal disease. The aim of the study was to determine the antiviral activity of CeO2 nanoparticles on the model of porcine coronavirus – TGEV. Methods. We used a highly pathogenic virus strain D52-5 (BRE79), of TGEV. We evaluated antiviral activity of CeO2 nanoparticles on the experimental model of porcine coronavirus (transmissible gastroenteritis virus) in transplantable line of porcine embryonic kidney cells (PEK) culture. Results. The criterion for evaluating the inhibitory activity of antiviral drugs in different in vitro systems is the selectivity index (SI) and the reduction of infectious titer by 1.5–2.0 lgTCD50. Nanoceria effectively inhibited the reproduction of porcine coronavirus with SI index of 83.3.
In virto and in vivo Phosphorylation of a Coat Protein of Potato Virus X
Authors:   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine, Maksymenko L.O. , Parkhomenko N.Y. ,   Zabolotny Institute of Microbiology and Virology, NAS of Ukraine
Published: November 2021

At the present stage of development of plant virology the study of molecular mechanisms of regulation, translation and replication of viral RNA is of great interest. Potato virus X (PVX) RNA in viral particles is not available for in vitro translation, but acquires the ability to be translated as a result of shell protein phosphorylation. The aim of our study was to investigate the conditions of phosphorylation of the PVX coat protein in in vitro and in vivo systems, as well as the effect of EDTA and CaCl2 on the phosphorylation in vitro. Methods. The PVX coat protein was obtained by the guanidine chloride method. The kinase activity of PVX protein in vitro was determined in a standard reaction mixture containing Mn2+ ions, 0.8 mM EDTA, and 2 micro Ci 32P ATP (3000 Ci/mM). Phosphorylation of the protein in vivo was carried out by immersing Datura stramonium leaves with symptoms of PVX infection in water containing К3PO4 32P. After isolation of PVX from the leaves, the viral coat protein was fractionated by SDS-PAAG electrophoresis. Fractions of the protein were transferred from the gel by contact manner on a nitrocellulose filter. The PVX coat protein was detected by immunoblotting using immunoglobulins to PVX coat protein and rabbit antibodies labeled with peroxidase. The inclusion of labeled phosphorus in the PVX protein was detected by radioautography. Results. The PVX coat protein was phosphorylated in vitro in a standard incubation medium containing (gamma -32P) ATP. In contrast, the PVX coat protein cannot be phosphorylated in the same conditions in the presence of (alpha-32P) ATP. In vivo phosphorylated PVX coat protein was detected by exposing nitrocellulose filter with immunoblot on X-ray film. Additionally, it was found that the presence of 10 mm EDTA and 10 mm CaCl2 inhibited the process of the PVX coat protein phosphorylation in vitro. Conclusions. The coat protein of potato virus X is able to phosphorylate in vitro and in vivo systems. The terminal ATP phosphate plays a major role in the phosphorylation of the PVX coat protein. The presence of EDTA and Ca2+ influences on the process of protein phosphorylation in vitro. These agents are able to inhibit the process of phosphorylation of the PVX coat protein. Thus, the phenomenon of phosphorylation of the PVX coat protein apparently indicates about its participation in the regulation of the virus reproduction in the infected cell.
Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (Spanish)
Authors:   American Academy of Pediatrics,   American Heart Association
Published: November 2021

The new 6th edition textbook and accompanying DVD will reflect the 2010 American Academy of Pediatrics and American Heart Association Guidelines for Neonatal Resuscitation.
Clinical Practice Policy to Protect Children From Tobacco, Nicotine, and Tobacco Smoke
Authors:   SECTION ON TOBACCO CONTROL
Published: November 2021

Tobacco dependence starts in childhood. Tobacco exposure of children is common and causes illness and premature death in children and adults, with adverse effects starting in the womb. There is no safe level of tobacco smoke exposure. Pediatricians should screen for use of tobacco and other nicotine delivery devices and provide anticipatory guidance to prevent smoking initiation and reduce tobacco smoke exposure. Pediatricians need to be aware of the different nicotine delivery systems marketed and available. Parents and caregivers are important sources of children’s tobacco smoke exposure. Because tobacco dependence is a severe addiction, to protect children’s health, caregiver tobacco dependence treatment should be offered or referral for treatment should be provided (such as referral to the national smoker’s quitline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW). If the source of tobacco exposure cannot be eliminated, counseling about reducing exposure to children should be provided.

Health care delivery systems should facilitate the effective prevention, identification, and treatment of tobacco dependence in children and adolescents, their parents, and other caregivers. Health care facilities should protect children from tobacco smoke exposure and tobacco promotion. Tobacco dependence prevention and treatment should be part of medical education, with knowledge assessed as part of board certification examinations.
Public Policy to Protect Children From Tobacco, Nicotine, and Tobacco Smoke
Authors:   SECTION ON TOBACCO CONTROL
Published: November 2021

Tobacco use and tobacco smoke exposure are among the most important health threats to children, adolescents, and adults. There is no safe level of tobacco smoke exposure. The developing brains of children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable to the development of tobacco and nicotine dependence. Tobacco is unique among consumer products in that it causes disease and death when used exactly as intended. Tobacco continues to be heavily promoted to children and young adults. Flavored and alternative tobacco products, including little cigars, chewing tobacco, and electronic nicotine delivery systems are gaining popularity among youth. This statement describes important evidence-based public policy actions that, when implemented, will reduce tobacco product use and tobacco smoke exposure among youth and, by doing so, improve the health of children and young adults.
Evaluasi Kualitas Genetik Ikan Nila (Oreochromis niloticus) di Beberapa Sentra Budidaya di Indonesia
Authors: Dewi Raden Roro Sri Pudji Sinarni , Hadie Lies Emmawati , Priono Bambang
Published: November 2021

Studi ini dilakukan untuk mengevaluasi tingkat keragaman genetik ikan nila (Oreochromis niloticus) unggul di sentra budidaya ikan nila yang berada di Lombok, Nusa Tenggara Barat dan Purwakarta, Jawa Barat.  Analisis Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) digunakan untuk mengestimasi heterosigositas dan polimorfisme tiga strain ikan nila unggul yang banyak digunakan di dua sentra budidaya tersebut yaitu ikan nila Nirwana I, Nirwana III, dan Anjani. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ikan nila strain Anjani dan strain Nirwana III memiliki nilai polimorfisme (>60%) dan heterosigositas yang tinggi yang mengindikasikan tingginya keragaman genetik dan kemampuan adaptasi pada kedua strain tersebut. Ikan nila strain Anjani dan Nirwana III, masih memiliki karakter unggul sebagai induk ataupun benih dan penggunaannya di masyarakat dapat terus dilanjutkan. Adapun pada ikan nila strain Nirwana I, menunjukkan nilai polimorfisme yang rendah (<60%) dan heterosigositas yang rendah, diduga sebagai akibat tingginya tingkat inbreeding pada strain tersebut. Dampak dari rendahnya tingkat keragaman genetik diantaranya adalah penurunan kecepatan tumbuh strain ikan nila tersebut sehingga tidak direkomendasikan digunakan sebagai induk unggul di masyarakat.
The Education of Love and its Relevance to Islam as a Religion of Compassion: A Study on the Concept of Mahabbah of Rabi’ah al-Adawiyah
Authors: Abitolkha Amir Maliki , Muvid Muhamad Basyrul
Published: November 2021

The concept of love defined by Rabi’ah Al-Adawiyah, known as mahabbah, is a situation where love is not meant except for Allah. No one is remembered, longed for, and loved except Him. Love for Him is a representation of the process of riyādah and mujāhadah. Education of love in the concept of mahabbah is an effort to guide, shape, and educate a servant to become a person who has noble character and has a high spiritual soul to Allah. The relevance of education of love to Islam as a religion of compassion (rahmah) is the goal to fight hatred, envy, enmity, tension, social jealousy, violence, differences, and disputes. All of this is replaced by a sense of love, peace, and harmony among creatures, in the sphere of religion, state, and world. In particular, this article will examine 1) the concept of Rabi’ah Al-Adawiyah’s mahabbah, 2) the education of love in the Sufistic dimension of Rabi'ah Al-Adawiyah, and 3) the relevance of love education in the Sufistic dimension of the mahabbah towards Islam as a religion of compassion.
Building Eco-Theological and Bio-Centric Approach to Environmental Ethics: John B. Cobb’s Perspective
Authors: Sayem Md. Abu
Published: November 2021

This paper discusses John B. Cobb’s interpretation of Christian ecological moral foundation based on his “process theological” understanding as well as his critics to traditional Christian view of human supremacy over non-human creatures. It aims to explore Cobb’s eco-theological understanding based on bio-centric environmental approach and explore why his eco-theological thought becomes significant for the ongoing discourses on environmental ethics, especially from religious perspectives. This research also describes how Cobb’s idea could be working for sustainability of environment. In so doing, this paper enriches the current discussions on environmental ethics from Christian eco-theological perspective.
A INFLUÊNCIA DA INFRAESTRUTURA ESCOLAR E FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE NO DESEMPENHO DOS ESTUDANTES NA ÁREA DE CIÊNCIAS DA NATUREZA
Authors: Lima Sobrinha Gomes Gilvane , Médice Fernandes Izaias
Published: November 2021

Este estudo investiga o desempenho de escolas públicas estaduais brasileiras na área de Ciências da Natureza, no ENEM 2017. O desempenho dos alunos foi comparado entre os diferentes tipos de escolas públicas estaduais brasileiras e as taxas de seleção que podem causar diferenças. Foi avaliada a infraestrutura escolar, proporção de professores formados na área de Ciências Naturais e qualificação docente no desempenho dos alunos. O desempenho dos alunos variou com o tipo de escola frequentada e entre escolas rurais e urbanas. Dentre os definidos, uma infraestrutura escolar foi o fator mais importante no desempenho dos alunos, seguido pela proporção de professores atuantes em suas áreas de formação e pela qualificação dos professores.
Половые диспропорции в потоках долговременной миграции в России
Authors: Мкртчян Никита Владимирович
Published: November 2021

На основе данных Росстата проанализировано распределение потоков долговременной миграции в России по полу за 2004-2020 гг. с учетом их различий в отдельных возрастных группах. В международной миграции в России отмечается явное преобладание мужчин в трудоспособных возрастах, диспропорции нарастали после изменения методики учета в 2007 и особенно после 2011 г. Они привели не только к изменению масштабов учтенной долговременной миграции, но и к кардинальному изменению ее половозрастной структуры. К концу рассматриваемого периода диспропорции сохранились, но масштаб их существенно уменьшился. Во внутристрановых переселениях в целом диспропорции полов не выражено, однако в молодых возрастах женщины более активны, особенно в потоке внутрирегиональной миграции. Изменение подходов к учету внутренних долговременных мигрантов в 2011 г., приведшее к изменению их возрастного профиля, практически не оказало воздействия на их распределение по полу. Предприняты попытки объяснения неравного участия мужчин и женщин в миграции, однако эти особенности нуждаются в дальнейшем изучении. Ввиду существенной динамики половозрастного состава мигрантов ее необходимо своевременно учитывать при прогнозировании наряду с регулярными корректировками общих прогнозных гипотез.
Lipid profile, abnormality of serum glucose levels and their associated factors in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients
Authors: Endalkchew Biranu , Mistire Wolde , Abebe Edao Negesso , Million Molla Sisay , Habteyse Hailu Tola
Published: November 2021

Background: The rise of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) has become a major public health concern around the world. Most patients with pulmonary tuberculosis have low body nutrients, hypocholesterolemia, and lower values were strongly associated with mortality in these patients. Representative data on lipid profile, fasting blood glucose abnormalities and their associated factors among MDR TB patients are lacking. Objective: To determine lipid profile, fasting blood glucose abnormalities and their associated factors among multi-drug resistant TB patients during therapy with anti-MDR-TB regimen in St.peter’s Specialized Hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from January to November 2020. Methods and materials: A cross-sectional study was conducted among multi-drug resistant TB patients during MDR therapy regimen in St. Peter’s Specialized Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from January to November 2020.Using the Consecutive sampling method a total of 162 blood samples was collected in SST tubes and analyzed by using the Cobas chemistry analyzer. Data were analyzed using SPSS software version 23 packages. Simple descriptive statistics were used to present the socio-demographic and clinical characteristics of the study participants. Other associations were performed with Pearson’s correlation coefficient. A p-value of <0.05 at the 95 % confidence level were considered as statistically significant in all the analyses. Results: Mean age of the study participant was 35.9 ± 13.6 years. The prevalence of diabetes was 16%. Out of those who had diabetes (9.8%) was newly diagnosed and 6.2% already knew their diabetes status.The most common serum lipid profile abnormalities were 92.6 % HDL-C and 35.8% had TG levels above the borderline. Among MDR-TB patients, 25.9% had a fasting blood glucose level that was higher than normal (hyperglycemic). Conclusion: Lipid profile abnormalities and an increased risk of diabetes have been observed in patients with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. Factors associated with abnormal blood glucose needed attention to avoid further complications and also the finding of this research calls for the implementation of active case finding of DM in patients diagnosed for MDR-TB.
Enerji iletim hatlarının geçtiği güzergâhlarda yapılan bölmeden çıkarma çalışmalarının orman toprağının bazı özellikleri üzerine etkilerinin belirlenmesi (Artvin Ortaköy Orman İşletmesi örneği)
Authors: SURAT Bülent , KARAMAN Ali , SURAT Hilal
Published: November 2021

Bu çalışmada, Artvin Orman İşletme Müdürlüğüne bağlı Ortaköy Orman İşletme Şefliği sınırları içerisinden geçen “154 Kw Meydancık Bayram HES-Artvin II Enerji İletim Hattı” için yapılan üretim faaliyetlerinin (kesme, sürütme, yükleme ve taşıma) toprak üzerindeki etkileri incelenmiştir. Çalışma, hat güzergâhının geçtiği ve en yoğun kesimlerin yapıldığı 285, 286, 321 nolu bölmelerde yapılmıştır. Çalışmanın yapıldığı bölmelerdeki üretim faaliyetlerinin toprağın fiziksel ve kimyasal özellikleri üzerine etkilerini belirleyebilmek amacıyla iki derinlik kademesinde (0-10 cm ve 10-20 cm) toprak örnekleri alınmış ve geçirgenlik (permeabilite), su tutuma kapasitesi (nem ekivalanı), hacim ağırlığı, mekanik analiz (tekstür tayini), toprak reaksiyonunun (ph) tayini, organik madde tayini gibi analizler yapılmıştır. Analiz sonuçlarına göre, makine kullanmadan yapılan bölmeden çıkarma çalışmalarında toprağın geçirgenlik, hacim ağırlığı ve toprak suyu dengesinin değiştiği, hava hattı ile yapılan bölmeden çıkarma çalışmaların da ise toprağın organik madde ve besin elementleri miktarlarının azaldığı tespit edilmiştir.
Cardiovascular and nitric oxide response after maximal voluntary isometric contraction in adolescents with and without Down Syndrome v1
Authors: Leite Rodrigues Melo Geiziane , Cunha Nascimento Dahan , Abreu Weldson , Olher Rafael , Deus Lysleine , Neves Rodrigo , Boato Elvio , Rosa Thiago , Hodge Samuel , Stone Whitley , Moraes Milton
Published: November 2021

Background This study was designed to compare the cardiovascular and nitric oxide (NO) responses to maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) with different muscle groups (leg press [LEP] and isometric handgrip [IHG] exercise) of adolescents with Down syndrome (DS) and age-matched non-DS peers. We also aimed to compare the absolute and relative IHG strength between groups. MethodsEleven adolescents with DS (14.1 ± 1.0 years) and ten without DS (13.7 ± 1.25 years)participants performed two experimental sessions of LEP and IHG exercises: 1) familiarization session and 2) 3 attempts x 5-sec contraction at MVIC with 3-min rest interval. Blood pressure (BP), heart rate (HR) and NO were collected at rest, immediately post-exercise session, and 10-min post-exercise. Results There were no differences for cardiovascular and NO responses between groups for MVIC test using different muscle groups. However, DS group displayed a lower but not significantly cardiovascular response at rest and after MVIC tests than controls. Furthermore, DS group displayed a higher NO- concentration at rest, recovery and after IHG when compared to controls (P< 0.05). In addition, DS adolescents displayed a significantly lower level in absolute and relative IHG strength when compared to controls (P = 0.001). Conclusions Individuals with DS display a lower cardiovascular response at rest and after MVIC tests than controls and higher NO response after exercise.
Factors Predicting Successful Vaginal Delivery Following Induction of Labor in Term Pregnancy v1
Authors: Hansahiranwadee Wirada , Kamlungkuea Threebhorn , Manonai Bartlett Jittima
Published: November 2021

Objective This study was proposed to evaluatefactors predicting successful vaginal delivery following labor induction and develop induction prediction model in term pregnancy among Thai pregnant women. Method We conducted a retrospective cohort study using electronic medical recordsof 23,833 deliveries from April 2010 - July 2021 at tertiary-level hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. Univariate regression was performed to identify association of individual parameters to successful vaginal delivery. Multiple logistic regression analysis of all possible variables from univariate analysis was performed to develop prediction model with statistically significant of p value < 0.05. Results Of thetotal 809 labor-induced pregnancies, the vaginal delivery rate was 56.6%. Among predicting variables, history of previous vaginal delivery (aOR 5.75, 95%CI3.701-8.961), maternal delivery BMI < 25 kg/m2 (aOR 2.010, 95%CI1.303-3.286), estimated fetal weight < 3500 g (aOR 2.193, 95%CI1.246-3.860), and gestational age ≤ 39 weeks (aOR 1.501, 95%CI1.038-2.173) significantly increased the probability of successful vaginal delivery following labor induction. The final prediction model has been internally validated. Model calibration and discrimination were satisfactory with Hosmer-Lemeshow test P= 0.21 and with AUC of 0.732 (95% CI 0.692-0.772). Conclusions This study determined the pragmatic predictors for successful vaginal delivery following labor induction comprised of history of previous vaginal delivery, maternal delivery BMI < 25 kg/m2, estimated fetal weight < 3500 g, and gestational age ≤ 39 weeks. The final induction prediction model was well-performing internally validated prediction model to estimate individual probability when undergoing induction of labor. Despite of restricted population, the predicting factors and model could be useful for further prospective study and clinical practice to improve induction outcomes.
El Tribunal de Casación de Colombia: Crisis, constitucionalidad y convencionalidad
Authors:   Universidad Libre, Bonett Samir
Published: November 2021

La investigación partió de esta pregunta: ¿Cuál es el papel del tribunal de casación colombiano frente a los nuevos paradigmas constitucional y convencional, y los retos en su labor, como la eficacia de sus funciones, sobrecarga de actividad, valor de sus decisiones, y diálogo judicial con los tribunales constitucional y supranacionales? La hipótesis consistió en que el tribunal de casación colombiano soporta tres crisis respecto a su identidad, funcionamiento y autoridad, a partir del derecho comparado. La de identidad consistiría en la confusión de sus atribuciones de casación e instancia, que lo ubicaría más cerca de la tercera instancia; la crisis de funcionamiento se evidenciaría en la sobrecarga de actividad de la Corte Suprema de Justicia, que implicaría un problema de congestión y, más relevante dogmáticamente, la desviación de la finalidad de la casación y; la de autoridad se reflejaría en la regulación de la doctrina probable, criterio que conviene revisar en relación con la finalidad y naturaleza jurídica de la institución. Las principales conclusiones son que la Corte no presenta la crisis de identidad, aunque se replantea la adopción de nuevos fines como efecto de la constitucionalidad y convencionalidad; sí soporta las crisis de funcionamiento y de autoridad y, como respuesta, se propone en su orden, la consolidación de la selección reglada de los recursos a decidir y la supresión de la doctrina probable y, en su lugar, la aceptación del precedente, resaltando la relevancia del diálogo judicial con los tribunales constitucional y supranacionales en el marco de la globalización judicial.
Adakah isu dan perlukah solusi gender in leadership?
Authors: Setyawati Onny
Published: November 2021

Gender study tidak sekedar memberi nilai tambah pengetahuan pada keilmuan (rekayasa atau sains) tertentu, akan tetapi juga merupakan entitas karena kurikulum pada perguruan tinggi dibangun menurut nilai budaya dan social, bukan hanya berdasarkan metode dan proses belajar/mengajar. Pengamatan pada studi kasus berikut fokus pada pengajar di jurusan Teknik Elektro. Terdapat kurang dari 20% dosen wanita di jurusan tersebut, namun sekitar 90% dari mereka memiliki posisi strategis pengambil keputusan. Oleh karena itu saat ini dapat dinyatakan bahwa isu gender bukanlah hal yang kritis. meskipun demikian lokakarya atau pelatihan terkait gender study tetap diperlukan, agar fenomena di bidang rekayasa ini tetap berkesinambungan.
PENGARUH FASILITAS, TRANSPARANSI, PARTISIPASI DAN SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA TERHADAP EFEKTIVITAS PELAKSANAAN SIMMADE (SIM MASUK DESA) DI KABUPATEN BANTUL
Authors: Bhayu Pratama Nanda , Pribadi Ulung
Published: November 2021

SIM Masuk Desa (SIMMADE) merupakan sebuah inovasi pelayanan publik yang dikeluarkan oleh Kepolisian Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta  melalui Kepolisian Resor Bantul pada bulan September 2020. Dengan adanya inovasi pelayanan publik melalui SIMMADE diharapkan mampu memperluas jangkauan penerbitan SIM serta memecah kerumunan yang terjadi pada SatPas Polres Bantul. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan guna melihat pengaruh fasilitas, transparansi, partisipasi, dan sumber daya manusia terhadap efektivitas pelaksanaan SIMMADE (SIM Masuk Desa) di Kabupaten Bantul. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain metode penelitian kuantitatif dan juga dengan metode penelitian kualitatif berupa wawancara serta dokumentasi sebagai data penunjang. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa faktor yang mempengaruhi efektivitas pelaksanaan SIMMADE atau variabel (X) terdiri dari fasilitas, transparansi, partisipasi dan sumber daya manusia yang memberikan pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap variabel (Y) efektivitas pelaksanaan SIMMADE. Untuk melihat lebih jauh terhadap besarnya pengaruh variabel (X) terhadap variabel (Y) dapat dilihat dari hasil path koefisien. Hasil path coefficient menunjukkan hasil sebesar 0.753 yang berarti bahwa hasil path coefficient memiliki tingkat pengaruh yang baik dan kuat. Selain itu hasil statistik deskriptif terhadap efektivitas pelaksanaan SIMMADE terletak pada interval penilaian 4.24-5.00 yaitu 4.44 yang memiliki penilaian sangat baik.
Cambio del Concepto de Milieu al de Umwelt en el Marco de la Crítica Uexkülliana al Mecanicismo en Biología
Authors: Bastard Rico Juan Alberto
Published: November 2021

En este trabajo se presenta una revisión del cambio del concepto de Milieu al de Umwelt en la obra biológica de Jakob von Uexküll, analizando las causas y condiciones que llevaron al biofilósofo báltico a llevar a cabo dicha sustitución terminológica. Esta propuesta busca entender este cambio como parte de una crítica a la concepción mecanicista privilegiada en las ciencias biológicas, frente a la cual Uexküll formula una doctrina que pretende comprender al organismo como un sujeto, esto desde una fuerte influencia kantiana. Hacia el final del texto se muestra que la crítica uexkülliana encuentra ecos en discursos biológicos y filosóficos actuales que son críticos con el mecanicismo prevaleciente en la biología durante el siglo xx.
paseo por el Umwelt y la Performatividad
Authors: Bacarlett Pérez Maria Luisa
Published: November 2021

Este artículo reflexiona sobre el aspecto performativo vinculado al concepto de Umwelt en la obra de Jakob von Uexküll, ya que a través de la actividad endo y exosemiótica del viviente es que este construye un mundo circundante propio, compuesto de sus portadores de significado y ajustado tanto a sus percepciones como a su comportamiento. La performatividad del animal es uno de los elementos que distancia al Umwelt del medio, visto este como espacio neutro, universal e indiferente a las diversas formas de vida, sobre las cuales mantiene una relación determinista. Por el contrario, el Umwelt es el resultado de un proceso trascendental y performativo a partir del cual el sujeto conforma el mundo que lo circunda, de vuelta, este incide sobre el viviente transformando su percepción y comportamiento. Tal esquema performativo tiene puntos de concordancia importantes con algunas teorías sociales y filosóficas que han hecho de la performatividad una de las herramientas centrales para comprender la conformación de los sujetos y de sus esferas de vida, en este rubro destacarían Erving Goffman y Judith Butler.
Analytical Solution of Non-Newtonian Nanofluid Flows Within Circular Duct under Convective Boundary Condition
Authors: Tahiri Antar , Mansouri Kacem , Rahmani Kouider , Kouadri Amar , Douroum Embarek
Published: November 2021

At the outset, this work aims to carried out an analytical investigation of forced convection by establishing a laminar flow into circular duct under convective boundary conditions of the third type for non-Newtonian nanofluid, the fluid containing TiO2 uniformly dispersed in aqueous solution with 0.5wt% of CMC solutions (Carboxymethyl Cellulose) is used as working fluid. The viscous dissipation effects are taken into account, the employed methodology is based on a combination of the Ritz variational approach with the Laplace transformation technique, so the power-law fluids flow model is used to describe the non-Newtonian fluid behavior. The effect of dimensionless parameters such as Biot (Bi), Brinkman (Br), Peclet (Pe) numbers, power-law index (n), and nanoparticles concentration (φ) on the temperature distribution contours and on the examined local Nusselt number. Our results have been compared with those found in the literature in particular the cases of base fluids (φ=0) with and without viscous dissipation effects.
Hybrid Whale and Genetic Algorithms with Fuzzy Values to Solve the Location Problem
Authors: Fazli Mehdi , Khiabani Farzin M. , Daneshian Behrouz
Published: November 2021

In this paper, a facility location model with fuzzy values parameters based on the hybrid meta-heuristic method is investigated. The proposed model uses fuzzy values to solve the installation problem. Problem hypotheses are considered fuzzy random variables, and the capacity of each facility is unlimited. This paper combines a modern nature-inspired procedure called the Whale Algorithm (WA) with genetic methods. WA and Genetic Algorithm (GA) have been tested with scientific optimization problems and modeling problems. To evaluate the performance of the proposed methods, we apply the methods to our spatial models in which fuzzy coefficients are used. The results of numerical optimization show that the proposed combined method performs better than conventional methods.