bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Local thermal conductivity properties of a SiGe nanowire observed by laser power sweep Raman spectroscopy
Authors: Sugawa S. , Yokogawa R. , Ogura A.
Published: January 2024

Using laser power sweep Raman spectroscopy, this research reports that the thermal transport changes with the wire width of silicon-germanium (SiGe) nanowires (NWs). The temperature in SiGe NWs was calculated using the relationship between Raman shift ω and temperature T (d
ω/d
T) to evaluate the correlation between the thermal transport mechanism and SiGe NWs structure. We clarified that the thermal conductivity of the SiGe NWs decreases as the wire width becomes narrower. Also, a positional dependence of the thermal conductivity properties of the SiGe NWs was observed by laser power sweep Raman spectroscopy.
Customer Shopping Behavior on E-Commerce Effectiveness Using the Information System Success Theory Approach
Authors: Arum Maliana Puspa , Lishobrina Lina Fatimah , Purbaya Muhammad Eka , Iffah Tsabitatul , Cristianti Olivia
Published: January 2024

In addressing the purpose of this research, it seeks to unravel the intricacies of payment systems in e-commerce, particularly focusing on the challenges posed by the indirect nature of transactions. The design and methodology of the study involve a comprehensive examination of customer perceptions and concerns, emphasising payment security and privacy in the digital landscape. This investigation stems from recognising that security is a linchpin for the successful development of Internet-based payment systems. Within the discourse of e-commerce, customer apprehensions regarding the security of their payment and financial information, encompassing details like credit card transaction numbers, are prevalent. As the e-commerce market in Indonesia experiences rapid growth, exemplified by the leadership of Tokopedia, the competition among companies and organisations intensifies. The endeavour to satisfy customers becomes a formidable challenge for many, underscoring the need for nuanced insights into the factors influencing customer satisfaction. Adopting the Information System Success Theory as a theoretical framework, this study posits that customer concerns about the payment system significantly impact the perceived quality of service. In this context, quality serves as a yardstick for measuring effectiveness by delving into the intricate layers of customer satisfaction. The research employs Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) as the chosen methodology, engaging with the perspectives of 100 respondents to derive meaningful conclusions. Despite its contributions, the study acknowledges its limitations, including the inherent subjectivity in customer perceptions. Nevertheless, the implications drawn from this research carry significance for the ongoing refinement and enhancement of e-commerce payment systems, providing valuable insights for practitioners, researchers, and policymakers navigating the dynamic intersection of technology and consumer satisfaction in the digital age.
The Role of Digital Banking in Leading Sustainable Economic Development
Authors: Utami Alivia Meyrizka , Septivani Mega Dwi
Published: January 2024

This research examines the influence of Digital Banking on risk-taking and sustainability reporting in banks registered in Indonesia by analyzing panel data from 55 banks in Indonesia for the 2018-2021 period, thus collecting 220 observations. The research results show that Digital Banking is proven to reduce risk-taking and improve the quality of sustainability reporting of banks in Indonesia. Future research is expected to use data over a longer period and requires confirmation from independent parties who have expertise in this field so that they can combine quantitative and qualitative approaches so that the quality of the research is better. This research provides something new in examining the role of Digital Banking in making bank decisions as represented by risk and sustainability reporting.
ТРАНСФОРМАЦИЯ РАДИОВЕЩАНИЯ УЗБЕКИСТАНА В УСЛОВИЯХ МЕДИАКОНВЕРГЕНЦИИ
Authors: ISMAILOVA Klimentina
Published: January 2024

Статья посвящена выявлению и комплексному рассмотрению изменений, происходящих в системе радиовещания в условиях развития медиаконвергенции. Показано, что долгие годы радио развивалось как самостоятельная и специфическая медийная структура со своим жанровым своеобразием и особенностями в создании и подаче контента. С развитием интернет-технологий и мобильной связи, а также под влиянием процессов цифровизации радиожурналистика приобрела новые свойства, модицифицировались не только ее жанры, но и формы предоставления контента, средства коммуницирования. На основе анализа современной практики зарубежных и отечественных радиоструктур исследованы и описаны сложные динамичные процессы, происходящие в сфере радиовещания, спрогнозированы варианты дальнейшего развития радио в условиях конвергенции. Проанализированы возможности Интернета для национальных вещателей, обобщен опыт взаимодействия отечественных радиостанций и Всемирной компьютерной сети. Представлены такие модели конвергенции как активизация сотрудничества между радиовещателями и другими средствами массовой информации, и модель внутреннего аутсорсинга. Доказано, что радиоиндустрия в суверенном Узбекистане сегодня все более вовлечена в Интернет. Появилась возможность слушать радио онлайн, появились странички радиостанций в соцсетях, ведутся блоги ведущими эфира, в Сети выставляются архивы наиболее значимых передач, размещение хода радиопрограмм в YouTube, подкасты, а также пользовательский контент.
Автором обосновано, что цифровизация медиа и их конвергенция являются сегодня важными системообразующими факторами, определяющими стратегическое развитие радио. В статье выделены и охарактеризованы этапы развития процесса медиаконвергенции в сфере радиовещания Узбекистана. Рассмотрены примеры адаптации радиобизнеса к условиям конвергентной среды. Анализ представленности отечественных радиоструктур в Интернете позволил выявить и представить рекомендации по различным аспектам, связанным с созданием и распространением контента на радио, продвижением радиоканала в Сети.
Prácticas sociales de RSE en empresas familiares. ¿Contribuyen a la sostenibilidad empresarial y los ODS 3, 4, 5 y 8? Una revisión sistemática de la literatura
Authors: Mora Ortega Tania , De la O Cordero Dyalá
Published: January 2024

El presente estudio busca identificar por medio de una revisión sistemática de literatura si las empresas familiares realizan prácticas sociales de responsabilidad social empresarial (RSE), si estas contribuyen a su sostenibilidad empresarial en el largo plazo y si aportan a los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) 3, 4, 5 y 8. La investigación se desarrolló a partir de una revisión bibliográfica de 46 publicaciones, efectuada de enero de 2015 a febrero de 2023, en la base de datos de WoS. Entre los resultados, se identificó que las empresas familiares sí realizan actividades sociales de RSE, sin embargo, no se logran asociar estas prácticas directamente a resultados en la sostenibilidad empresarial y el aporte a los ODS es escaso.
A RARE CASE OF PRIMARY SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA OF THE KIDNEY: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Kumar V Arun , Rajesh G. V.
Published: January 2024

Background: Primary renal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is an uncommon condition that is frequently linked to infection, nephrolithiasis, and
chronic irritation. Preoperative suspicion is frequently lacking due to its rarity, non-specic clinical indications and symptoms, and radiological
ndings. Individuals with renal pelvis SCC usually present with advanced-stage disease and have a dismal prognosis. There are currently no
established treatment guidelines for SCC of the renal pelvis, and the majority of our knowledge comes from case reports or small case series. This
article describes the histological, radiological, and clinical ndings of this rare tumour. To include the possibility of rare tumours Primary Aim:
including SCC in patients presenting with renal stone or staghorn calculi A 50-year Case History: -old male patient with right ank pain of 3
months presented to a health care facility with a radiological picture of right staghorn calculi with IV urography suggestive of non-excreting
kidney. He had no other associated urinary complaints and underwent a right nephrectomy for improvement of his general condition which later
turned out to be an incidental nding of squamous cell carcinoma of the right kidney. Conclusion: The rare and unusual location of a renal tumour
underscores its importance in differential diagnosis, and our case report on the patient's therapy and the clinical outcome could aid in patient care.
INVASIVE LOBULAR CANCER IN A MALE: A RARE CASE REPORT
Authors: Bhandari Hitesha , Sharma Anjali , Dipak Nilapwar Rishikesh
Published: January 2024

Male breast cancer represents <2 % of breast carcinomas, with invasive lobular carcinoma constituting <1% of all male breast cancer cases as
compared to females with 10-15% incidence .Invasive ductal carcinoma remains the most common subtype in both genders comprising 75-95% of
all cases. Though lobular breast cancer is second most common subtype seen in women, such cancers are extremely uncommon in men and its
related to lack of development of lobular and terminal duct epithelium in the male breast. Due to the paucity of this subtype, compounded by the
rarity of male breast cancer , current understanding of the pathogenesis of this disease is still uncertain. We report a case of 69 year old male who
presented with right breast lump, was diagnosed with Invasive lobular carcinoma. Histopathological study stated inltrative neoplastic tumour
cells arranged in single le pattern. The tumour cells lack E-cadherin expression thus ultimate diagnosis was reached.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON BOX BREATHING TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF SLEEP IN FIRST YEAR MEDICAL STUDENTS.
Authors: Tadavi Taher Ahamad , Mehvish Madiha
Published: January 2024

Aims & Objectives:- We have taken up this study to nd out the effect of box breathing on sleep disturbances in rst year medical students of our
institution. 60 students were selected based on inclusion & exclusion crite Materials & Methods:- ria as participants after obtaining their voluntary
consent. 30 formed intervention group and remaining 30 were control group.Data was collected in detail after obtaining ethical clearance from the
institution. Sleep Quality Scale was used. Box breathing technique was taught to study group participants and were instructed to perform box
breathing once in the morning and at evening. This technique was not taught to the control group. Univariate data analysis was Statistical analysis:-
used for participant's age and gender. Bivariate analysis was used to identied the value of the difference between sleep disturbances before and
after techniques box breathing the Shapiro wilk test was utilized in this study. we observed a statistically signicant differences between Results:-
the study and control groups for the sleep disturbances in rst year medical students with a p-value of 0.00 (p> 0.05). study showed a Conclusion:-
statistically signicant improvement in sleep quality in the study group compared to control group.
EFFICACY OF INTERVENTIONAL TEACHING MODULE ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING CHROMOTHERAPY
Authors: Pawar Neelkant , Upendra Sheela
Published: January 2024

Background of the study: Chromotherapy was discovered and developed by the ancients (Greece, China, and Egypt) around 4000 B.C.
Chromotherapy, also referred to as colour therapy, is a sort of complementary and alternative medicine that use electromagnetic radiations of
different frequencies to affect human neurohormonal pathways and perhaps treat Mental diseases. Material And Method: Quantitative research is
the research methodology. True experimental design was used in the research. Type: - Pre-Test Post Test Control Group. The research implemented
Simple Random Sampling, with a total of 60 samples collected which was again divided into two groups 30 Control and 30 Experimental group
from Mental hospital of Pune city. Tool was divided into two Section i.e. Demographic data and Self structured questionary. For Score, Poor
knowledge (0-6), Average knowledge (7-13), Good knowledge (14-20). Analysis was done using Paired t-test, two sample t-test and Fisher's exact
test for the association between knowledge and demographic variables. Result:In the experimental group compared to the control group, there was
a statistically noteworthy rise in the post-test score of knowledge regarding chromotherapy. The mean score accelerated from 4.2 in pre-test to 11.6
in post-test (t-14.1, p< 0.05). The mean change in knowledge score among staff nurses is 7.5 and 1.1 in experimental and control group respectively
(t- 8.8, p< 0.05). Conclusion: There was signicant increase in knowledge regarding Chromotherapy among Nursing staffs working in Mental
Hospitals of Pune City.
STUDY OF EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR RECEPTOR EXPRESSION IN SEROUS OVARIAN CARCINOMA IN THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, SOUTH INDIA
Authors: S Krishnapriya. , Jacob Roshny , Raji N Laila
Published: January 2024

Ovarian carcinoma is one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity among females of perimenopausal and postmenopausal age group of
which serous ovarian carcinoma accounts for the majority. These tumors are often detected at late stages due to their asymptomatic nature and poor
prognosis despite treatment. This necessitates need for newer therapeutic agents. Epidermal growth factor receptor is a member of Erbb family of
receptor tyrosine kinase and plays a key role in cellular proliferation, migration and invasion, making it an attractive target for chemotherapy.
Immunohistochemical staining for EGFR was done on 112 cases of serous ovarian carcinoma specimens. 81.20% of cases showed EGFR
immunoreactivity. There was no signicant association between EGFR expression with grade and stage of tumour. As EGFR is expressed in a
signicant proportion of serous ovarian carcinoma cases targeted therapies against EGFR may have a therapeutic role in serous ovarian cancer
FATAL DISSEMINATED CRYPTOCOCCOSIS WITH DIVERSE RISK FACTORS: A CASE SERIES FROM A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN EASTERN INDIA
Authors: Halim Isra , Jha Sweta , Kokkayil Prathyusha , Kirti Ravi , Bhushan Divendu , Sarfraz Asim , Kumar Pati Binod , Thakuria Bhaskar
Published: January 2024

Background: Cryptococcos noeformans is a ubiquitous fungal infection that can cause life threatening meningitis and fungemia in both
immunocompromised and immunocompetent host. Disseminated cryptococcosis is often a retrospective diagnosis when blood cultures are found
positive for Cryptococcus species. Case presentation: We report two cases of Disseminated cryptococcosis with different risk factors
emphasizing on early clinical suspicion, diagnosis and treatment. First case was of non- alcoholic steatohepatitis patient who presented with
complain of abdominal swelling and hemiparesis. Other case was of retro positive male presenting with complains of headache and fever. These
patients underwent empirical antibacterial and anti-tubercular therapy which was ineffective. Finally, diagnosis was made on the basis of India ink
stain, Gram stain and fungal culture which were conrmed by polymerase chain reaction and gene sequencing of both the isolates. But the patients
could not be saved due to delay in diagnosis. Conclusion: Disseminated cryptococcosis is an advanced potentially fatal disease. Cryptococcosis
should be suspected not only in cases of HIV or transplant patients but also in cases of chronic liver diseases. An early clinical suspicion would help
recognize these cases sooner. The microbiologist should always have a keen eye and an equally high index of suspicion especially in the presence of
capsulated round yeast cells in any sample of sick patients. Early diagnosis and treatment is imperative to prevent mortality.
OPTIMIZATION OF FERMENTATION MEDIA FOR EFFICIENT DEGRADATION OF FLOWER WASTE BY MIXED BACILLUS ISOLATE CULTURE.
Authors: Swapna P. , Lakshmi V. V.
Published: January 2024

Enormous amount of ower waste was left over after the usage makes signicant dumps and unexploited organic matter which can convert into
value added products by microbial bioconversion. To increase degradation efciency, optimization of physical and nutritional parameters of the
fermented medium is very much essential. Hence, economically viable media by following the strategies of one-variable- at a time was designed.
The optimum physical parameters such as substrate concentration, temperature and pH were determined to be 8%, 370C, pH 9 respectively and
optimum nutritional parameters such as carbon and nitrogen source were assessed to be 1.5% starch and 1.5% ammonium sulphate which enhanced
the degradation of ower waste by Bacillus species.
COMPARISON OF THE TWO MOST COMMONLY USED DOSE FRACTIONATION REGIMENS FOR EXTERNAL BEAM APBI: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors: Rao Vrushab , Singh Soumya , Zade Bhooshan
Published: January 2024

APBI is an accepted treatment modality for early-stage breast cancer. Various modalities have been used to deliver APBI and external beam
radiation is a feasible option. Being non-invasive and having a short treatment time, it has better patient compliance. Various dose fractionation
regimens have been used for APBI among which two are used commonly - 38.5 Gy in 10 fractions delivered twice a day and 30 Gy in 5 fractions
delivered once a day. Here we study the results of existing literature on the fractionation regimens and compare the outcomes to ascertain the better
of the two them.
A STUDY TO ASSESS EFFECTIVENESS OF SUPER BRAIN YOGA ON ATTENTION AND CONCENTRATION OF TEENAGE SCHOOL CHILDREN OF SELECTED SCHOOLS OF PUNE CITY.
Authors: Raut Shreedhar , Barde Sheetal
Published: January 2024

Background: Two key cognitive functions that are necessary for human functioning are attention and concentration. Both processes require the
capacity to maintain focus and mental effort on a particular task or set of stimuli for a prolonged period of time. Super brain yoga is a holistic,
somatic method used to raise mood, improve health, and increase brain function. It is well-liked as a technique for enhancing schoolchildren's
cognitive ability. Aim: To nd effectiveness of super brain yoga on attention and concentration of teenage students and nd association with
selected demographic variables. Material And Methods: A one-group pretest-post-test pre-experimental design was employed, The research
approach is descriptive evaluation, and the study was conducted at a few chosen schools in Pune. Anonprobability convenience sampling method
was used for 60 samples from chosen schools in Pune city. Results:The mean of the attention-focusing scale in children increased from 23.25 (presuper brain yoga) to 29.73 (post- super brain yoga), and SD from 3.71 (pre super brain yoga ) to 2.44 (post-super brain yoga). The median is 24. The
t-test score value is 24.25.The mean of the attention-shifting scale in children from 28.41 (pre- super brain yoga) to 31.88(post- super brain yoga),
and SD from 3.19 (pre- super brain yoga) to 3.28 (post- super brain yoga). The median is 28. The t-test score value is 12.86. Pre-intervention
concentration score mean is 11.80, the SD is 2.75, the post-intervention concentration score mean is 10.03, SD is 2.54, and the t-test value score is
5.58.
HEMATOMETROCOLPOS IN A PUBESCENT GIRL
Authors: Anbumani. W Janet , Prabu. D Israel Jeba
Published: January 2024

Hematometrocolpos is a rare congenital abnormality of the female urogenital system that leads to an imperforate hymen and subsequent retrograde
menstruation [1]. We present the case of a 13-year-old female patient who presented to the Gynae outpatient department with amenorrhea and
abdominal pain, and was found to have an imperforate hymen and Hematometrocolpos on trans-abdominal ultrasound. It is important for
gynecologist to consider this diagnosis in pubescent female patients presenting with abdominal pain, as missed diagnosis can lead to infertility and
other complications.
ELECTIVES IN M.B.B.S. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN INDIA: A LEARNING OPPORTUNITY ON AREA OF INTEREST TO STUDENTS.
Authors: Kumar Jain Sudhir , Sahu Poonam , Singh Nishant
Published: January 2024

Achange in graduate medical education regulations notied by the government of India in 2019 has been done with a view to creating physicians of
rst contact who are relevant to both their community and the globe. Elective courses, as the name implies, are fundamentally optional in nature.1
these regulations aim at dening outcomes and helping students work toward them. These regulations also envisage a broader role for trainees as
scholars, researchers, and specialists. In order to diversify experience, stimulate interest in research, and discover learning beyond primary care, an
opportunity has been created in the new MBBS program for the student to undertake electives of his or her choice, subject to availability. Two
months of elective time, one in basic science or research and the other in clinical sciences or community clinics, have been created. Leverage has
been given to institutions to create these electives based on local circumstances and perceived needs. Elective postings are compulsory for students,
and their successful completion is necessary for students to be able to attend the nal examination. The opportunity to “work” in a clinical,
laboratory, research, community, or team-based setting at an early stage in the profession is an invaluable experience for learners, as this will have a
lasting impact on their professional lives. An elective allows students to think of a career beyond examinations and gives them an impetus to think
laterally, besides laying the foundation for future professional pathways. It also allows students to match their aspirations with the ground reality in
the eld of their dreams.
A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTS OF INTERCOSTOBRACHIAL NERVE BLOCK ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH POST MASTECTOMY PAIN
Authors: Mukherjee Sagnik , Pati Subhasish , Pratim Pan Partha , Sankar Mohes Annada
Published: January 2024

Background: Chronic neuropathic pain related to PMPS with enough severity can impair quality of life. It has been suggested that ICBN blockade
could be potentially useful in the management of PMPS. To assess the ef Objectives: fects of Intercostobrachial nerve block on the quality of life
(QoL) in patients with post mastectomy pain syndrome We have taken data Methods And Materials: of patients suffering from post-mastectomy
pain syndrome who underwent Intercostobrachial nerve block. Data was collected retrospectively and analyzed. Changes in QoL was measured
with SF-36 questionnaire. Statistical analysis of Quality of Life meas Results: ured by the mean scores of each of the eight domains in the SF-36
questionnaire form viz. physical functioning, physical role limitations, bodily pain, General health perception, Vitality, social functioning,
emotional role limitations and mental health at 1 week ,4 weeks,12 weeks follow-up, calculated from the data of patients suffering from postmastectomy pain syndrome who underwent Intercostobrachial nerve block indicates a signicant increase in QoL in all domains. Conclusions:
Intercostobrachial nerve block has a benecial effect on the QoL of patients suffering from post-mastectomy pain syndrome.
DIAGNOSTIC EVALUATION OF HYSTEROSCOPY AND TRANSVAGINAL SONOGRAPHY IN ABNORMAL UTERINE BLEEDING IN PERIMENOPAUSAL WOMEN AND ITS HISTOPATHOLOGICAL CORRELATION
Authors: Basavaraj Phatate Sheetal , G Pawar Anita
Published: January 2024

Background: Abnormal uterine bleeding in women is the commonest presenting complaint which accounts for one third of all gynaecological
consultations. Hysteroscopy guided biopsy is a simple, safe, reliable procedure in the diagnosis of abnormal uterine bleeding. The objective of the
study was to evaluate the uterine pathology in perimenopausal women with abnormal uterine bleeding by hysteroscopy. Methods: This descriptive
observational study was conducted at tertiary care centre in 65 perimenopausal women with abnormal uterine bleeding over 24 months from
November 2019 to October 2021. All 65 women were subjected to TVS, diagnostic hysteroscopy followed by curettage. The sample was sent to
histopathological examination. Data was collected and analysed. Results:Inthe present study, abnormal uterine bleeding was more common in 40-
44yrs of age. The abnormal ndings on hysteroscopy were: Hyperplasia 7.7%, endometrial polyp 27.7%, sub-mucous myoma 18.5%. The
sensitivity, specicity of hysteroscopy was 71.4% and 91.07% respectively. Conclusions: Hysteroscopyand its directed biopsy renders high
diagnostic accuracy in patients with abnormal uterine bleeding.
IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION OF P53 AND P16 IN SEROUS NEOPLASMS OF OVARY
Authors: Ali Nazneen , Kanti Das Tushar
Published: January 2024

Introduction:- The morphological aspects and histological grades of serous ovarian carcinomas provide important diagnostic information, but
immunohistochemistry is an important tool that is used in differential diagnosis and in the evaluation of molecular features of serous ovarian
neoplasms. 1.Histomorphological study and categorization of serous neoplasms of ovary. 2. E Objectives:- xpression of p16 and p53 in various
subtypes and histological grades. A cross sectional study was done using sevent Materials And Methods:- y two samples diagnosed as High Grade
and Low Grade Serous ovarian carcinomas. Molecular expression of p53 and p16 was studied by immunohistochemical examination. Statistical
analysis was done by Chi-square test and Fisher Exact Test using Statistical Package for the Social Science(SPSS) version 25.0. In the Results:-
present study, most of the patients were in the 5th decade at the time of presentation (44.44%), followed by 4th decade (26.39%). p53 showed
positivity in 82.46% cases of High grade and 13.33% cases of Low grade Serous Tumours. 61.40% cases of High grade and 6.67% cases of Low
Grade Serous tumours were positive for p16. Therefore, it can be concluded that p53 stai Conclusion:- ning is a robust marker of HGSC. HGSCs
mostly exhibited diffuse and strong expression of p16 in comparison to LGSCs.
A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY ON EFFECTIVNESS AND TOXICITY OF CAPECITABINE BASED NEO-ADJUVANT CHEMORADIOTHERAPY IN LOCALLY ADVANCED RECTAL CANCER PATIENTS.
Authors: Narmada Jangiti Laxmi , Harshitha Chennoji , Alekya Dussa , Prabhuyadav Mamilla , Zaineb Humaria Syeda
Published: January 2024

Capecitabine based neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy is the standard treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer (LARC). The objective of this
Retrospective study is to analyze effectiveness and toxicity in locally advanced cancer.
NAVIGATING THE MULTIFACETED NATURE OF TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS COMPLEX IN A YOUNG FEMALE: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Ashok Gamanagatti Shanta , Joshi Anil , Preethi Banothu
Published: January 2024

Tuberous sclerosis is an autosomal dominant neurocutaneous disorder with a broad spectrum of clinical manifestations affecting multiple organs.
This case report presents a detailed study of a 25year old female patient who exhibited an intricate constellation of symptoms and signs related to
TSC (Tuberous Sclerosis Complex). The patient's clinical presentation included headache, giddiness, breathlessness, seizures, angiobromas on
the centrofacial areas, shagreen plaques and periungual bromas. Radiological assessments revealed multiple subependymal nodules, SEGA
(Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma), cortical tubers, LAM (Lymphangioleiomyomatosis), bilateral renal angiomyolipomas (AML), sclerotic
bone lesions in body, pedicle and spinous process of vertebrae. This case underscores the importance of a comprehensive and multidisciplinary
approach to diagnose TSC, as it encompasses various clinical domains such as radiology, neurology, dermatology and nephrology. Insights gained
from this rare case contribute to the better understanding of TSC and may aid in improving the care and outcomes of affected individuals.
IMPACT OF FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM (FGMS) BASED THERAPEUTIC AMENDMENTS ON GLYCEMIC CONTROLAND BONE HEALTH IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS
Authors: Devi Govada Manorama , Singla Ankit , Ram Verma Chaman
Published: January 2024

Background/Aim: Uncontrolled hyperglycemia is an important contributor to the overall complications in type 1 diabetes patients which include
increased fracture risk. The primary aim of the study therefore was to assess whether the ash glucose monitoring (FGM) based changes in the diet
and pharmacological management lead to any improvement in the glycaemic control and the bone strength parameters. Methodology: The study
was a Prospective Cross-sectional Cohort study conducted at the Department of Paediatrics, NIMS, Jaipur on 60 patients. They were divided into
two groups of 30 patients each – One group received ash glucose monitoring system in addition to standard care while the other one received
standard care only. Patients were followed up till 6 months and a comparative assessment of the major glycemic parameter and bone mineral
density levels was done. Results: Baseline demographic parameters were comparable with average age of 10.80±4.07 years and male
preponderance across both the groups. The RBS levels improved with an absolute improvement of -47.90 mg/dl over 6 months (P<0.0001). The
daily insulin intake decreased by over 3 units (vs 1 unit in controls). HbA1c levels improved by 0.37% which was more than 0.17% in controls.
FGMS led to a 40% higher improvement in time in range variable compared to the controls with a concomitant decrease in the time in
hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. In terms of the bone mineral density, the FGMS group had signicantly improved Z score compared to the
control group (-1.87 vs -2.29) with an absolute improvement of 0.53 SD versus 0.14 SD. Conclusion: FGMS (retrospective 14 day data based) was
superior to SMBG in terms of glycaemic control and bone mineral density improvement. All major glycemic parameters (RBS, HbA1c and time in
range) and bone strength parameters (Z score) were seen to improve.
ADULT INTUSSUSCEPTION: A CASE SERIES HIGHLIGHTING DIVERSE CLINICAL PRESENTATIONS AND SURGICAL INTERVENTIONS
Authors: S Athavale Virendra , Parikh Khushali , Bardeskar Nelson , Waghela Divy
Published: January 2024

Intussusception, the telescoping or invagination of a proximal bowel segment into the adjacent distal segment, is a condition more commonly
associated with the pediatric population but presents as a rare occurrence in adults. This case series explores four instances of adult intussusception
encountered at a medical institution in Pune, India. The patients displayed diverse clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and surgical
interventions. The causes varied, encompassing malignancy, Meckel's diverticulum, and lipoma. Surgical resection with primary anastomosis was
the mainstay of treatment. These cases underscore the importance of considering intussusception in the differential diagnosis of adult patients with
abdominal pain and obstruction. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention remain crucial for optimal patient outcomes.
MELIOIDOSIS, A GREAT MIMICKER: CASE REPORT
Authors: Inala Yoshitha , Sushmitha Reddy Beeravally Sai
Published: January 2024

Melioidosis is an infectious disease caused by an intracellular gram-negative bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei. Herein, we present a case of
Melioidosis in a 40-year-old Indian man who presented with high-grade fever. He was a known case of type 2 diabetes on metformin. 2 years ago,
the patient was hospitalized for fever, pain abdomen and bilateral lower limb abscesses, and was treated with IV antibiotics without further
evaluation. But during this stay the patient was treated with combined antibiotic therapy of meropenem and ceftazidime for a duration of 10 days
and as a result, the patient's clinical and laboratory parameters returned to normal limits and patient was discharged. Upon discharge, the patient
was prescribed Doxycycline and Co-trimoxazole for a period of 6 months.
Molecular classification of Barbeyaceae (Barbeya oleoides Schweinf.) using four different DNA barcodes
Authors: Omari Alzahrani Fatima , Al-Robai Sami
Published: January 2024

Despite many efforts to determine the phylogenetic relationship between Barbeyaceae and other families of Rosales, the sister relationship of this family has remained unclear. Barbeya oleoides, which is currently the only species in the family Barbeyaceae, and native to Somalia, Ethiopia, and the Arabian Peninsula were collected from Wadi Turbah Zahran northwestern of Al-Baha City, southwestern Saudi Arabia (20°14’N, 41°15’E). To study the sister relationship of Barbeyaceae and the other families of Rosales, the complete chloroplast sequences were used for phylogenetic analysis. In addition, four standard DNA barcodes (the internal transcribed spacer 2 (ITS2), ribulose 1,5-biphosphate carboxylase (rbcL), maturase K (matk), the intergenic spacer region (trnH-psbA)) were used to test for their quality in identifying phylogenetic relationship of the studied families. Sequence analysis of the complete chloroplast sequences showed that Rosales clade has two subclades and clearly discriminated all families within this order. This is the first report of a partial ITS2 locus sequence in B. oleoides. The partial ITS2, rbcL, matk, and gene sequences discriminate B. oleoides of the Barbeyaceae family from the closely related plant families: Cannabaceae, Rosaceae, Rhamnaceae, Urticaceae, Moraceae, Elaeagnaceae, Dirachmaceae, and Ulmaceae. In contrast, the partial trnH-psbA sequence of B. oleoides did not show any homology to the available DNA sequence of plant families in GenBank, suggesting that it is more suitable as DNA barcode for variations within one species.
Mitotic metaphase karyotype of the mosquito Anopheles arabiensis Patton (Diptera: Culicidae) from Kassala State, eastern Sudan
Authors: Mahmoud Hamza Asma , Hussein Elboshra Sumaya
Published: January 2024

The mosquito Anopheles arabiensis Patton is the most important malaria vector in Sudan. The study was conducted for the first time to describe numerically the karyotype of An. arabiensis from Kassala State, eastern Sudan. Adults An. arabiensis were caught from human dwellings during the rainy season of 2022. We examined for the first time the utility of brain ganglia tissues of adult mosquitoes for mitotic chromosomal preparations using Giemsa stain - spreading technique. High-quality chromosomal preparations were examined and photographed. Chromosome measurements were carried out using computer software and analyzed statistically using SPSS® software. The diploid mitotic chromosome complement of An. arabiensis consists of three pairs of chromosomes, two pairs of metacentric autosomes (chromosome II and chromosome III) and one acrocentric dot-shaped pair, sex chromosome, which is homomorphic in females (XX) and heteromorphic in males (XY). Chromosome II was described as the longest (2.61±0.07) of the complement and constitute 44.39% of the total length (5.88 μm) of the haploid chromosomes set, while chromosome I (X=1.39 ±0.04; Y=1.04±0.04) as the shortest chromosome. Chromosome X appears in the males significantly larger than chromosome Y (P = 0.00). Chromosome III has an intermediate length (1.88±0.06) compared with the other chromosomes. Comparison of the average lengths of the three chromosome pairs by ANOVA test revealed highly statistical significant differences between them (P < 0.00). The study establishes a strong cytogentic data, which can contribute to accurate identification of the mosquito An. arabiensis and to planning human malaria vector control programs in Kassala State, eastern Sudan.
Celebrità e metateatro: ‘Adriana Lecouvreur’ per Adelaide Ristori
Authors: Zaccaria Michela
Published: January 2024

In the first half of the 18th century, Adrienne Lecouvreur, diva of the Comédie-Française, brought about a profound change in the French recitative style. Triumphs with the public, rivalries, unhappy love affairs, mysterious circumstances of death and excommunication made her a myth. In 1849, Eugène Scribe and Ernest Legouvé wrote a successful drama for the famous actress Rachel, whose biography resembled that of her 18th century colleague. Adelaide Ristori played Adriana Lecouvreur for fifteen years from 1852. Just as Lecouvreur, who came from humble beginnings, was able to build up a public persona thanks to her talent and high-ranking acquaintances, Ristori, coming from the world of the guitti, had the same fierce ambition and was only recently able to bear the official title of Marquise Capranica del Grillo. Through contemporary printed sources and unpublished documents, mainly from her big archive (correspondence, administrative papers, and scripts), this essay has a twofold aim: on the one hand, to examine the instrumental use that Ristori made of the Lecouvreur character to consolidate her fame among Italian and international audiences; on the other, to identify the peculiarities of her interpretation, the stage evolution, the textual variants.
La regina del teatro italiano e il ‘Napoleone della fotografia’. L’incontro tra Adelaide Ristori e Napoleon Sarony
Authors: Zannoni Marianna
Published: January 2024

This essay aims to provide a cross-section of the 19th century photography through the lucky encounter between Adelaide Ristori and the American Napoleon Sarony, who portrayed the actress on various occasions years apart. This historical reconstruction begins with an analysis of the photographs of the actress as Marie Antoinette, the protagonist of Paolo Giacometti’s historical drama of the same name. The prints, thoroughly preserved by Ristori in her archive, bear the signature of one of the most esteemed authors of international photography, who has gone down in history as the ‘Napoleon of photography’.
Su Adelaide Ristori
Authors: Hebbe Signe , Za Giovanni
Published: January 2024

This essay publishes the translation of Signe Hebbe’s letter to Wendela Hebbe, written on 20 February 1856, as well as his remarks on Adelaide Ristori, published in «Öresundsposten», 1st November 1879, pp. 4-5.
Archivio Multimediale degli Attori Italiani. Attori-autori nell’Italia postunitaria: Edoardo Ferravilla e Eduardo Scarpetta
Authors: Simoncini Francesca
Published: January 2024

The section is devoted to the biographical profiles of Edoardo Ferravilla (1846-1915) and Eduardo Scarpetta (1853-1925).
Edoardo Ferravilla
Authors: Agostini Emanuela
Published: January 2024

Actor, playwright and capocomico, Edoardo Ferravilla is the most original personality of Milanese dialect theatre and, in the comic repertoire, one of the greatest exponents of Italian scene between 19th and 20th centuries. Creator of a series of lucky characters, such as Sûr Pedrin and Tecoppa, between 1872 and 1880 is a very prolific author.
Sanaduría: pedagogical laboratory for reflection and dialogue on peace in Colombia
Authors: Cure Salima
Published: January 2024

The common narrative describing countries at war tends to focus on the horrors and destruction it wreaks. Equal importance is not given to what survives and reborn, to the ways in which the subjects act and repair the fractures to continue living and re-exist. The common image of Colombia abroad continues to be associated with civil war. However, it is worth emphasizing that Colombia has also become an interesting laboratory of peace-building experiences carried out by its inhabitants who have responded to heartbreaking situations with dignity and creativity to weave better coexistence and enable different futures. This article collects reflections on an exhibition experience on the plural meanings of peace, which, supported by listening, constant conversations and fieldwork with indigenous Nasa, Murui, Wayuu, Pasto and Camëntsá and with members of the Association of Victims and Survivors del Nordeste Antioqueño (ASOVISNA), configures a pedagogical proposal for reflection and dialogue on peace in the country.
 
Sanaduría: laboratorio pedagogico per la riflessione e il dialogo sulla pace in Colombia.
La narrativa comune che descrive i paesi in guerra tende a concentrarsi sugli orrori e la distruzione che questa genera. Pari importanza non viene data a ciò che sopravvive e rinasce, alle modalità con cui i soggetti agiscono e riparano le fratture per continuare a vivere e ri-esistere. L’immagine all’estero della Colombia continua ad essere associata alla guerra civile. Tuttavia, vale la pena sottolineare che la Colombia è diventata anche un interessante laboratorio di esperienze di costruzione di pace portate avanti dai suoi abitanti che hanno risposto a situazioni strazianti con dignità e creatività per tessere migliori convivenze e consentire futuri diversi. Questo articolo raccoglie le riflessioni su un’esperienza espositiva sui significati plurali della pace, che, supportata nell’ascolto, conversazioni costanti e lavoro sul campo con indigeni Nasa, Murui, Wayuu, Pasto e Camëntsá e con membri dell’Associazione di Vittime e Sopravvissuti del Nordeste Antioqueño (ASOVISNA), configura una proposta pedagogica per la riflessione e il dialogo sulla pace nel Paese.
Seriousness in the eyes: experiences of school reception and inclusion with Ukrainian pupils (2022-2023)
Authors: Lapov Zoran
Published: January 2024

Beginning with a general framing of the conditions dictated by the conflict in Ukraine, this contribution aims to photograph the situation of Ukrainian refugees in Italy, mostly mothers with dependent children, through their experience of reception in the city of Florence. Against this backdrop, the reflection shifts to the impact that both the expatriate life and the provided reception have had on the pathways to social, linguistic and educational inclusion of young Ukrainian refugees attending Florentine schools. As a result of an empirical research, the contents of the article draw on primary sources, namely testimonies from the field.
 
La serietà negli occhi: esperienze di accoglienza e inclusione scolastica con alunni/e ucraini (2022-2023).
A partire da un inquadramento generale delle condizioni dettate dal conflitto in Ucraina, il presente contributo si propone di fotografare la situazione dei profughi ucraini in Italia, in prevalenza madri con figli/e a carico, attraverso la loro esperienza di accoglienza nella città di Firenze. Su questo sfondo, la riflessione si sposta sull’impatto che sia la vita in espatrio che l’offerta di accoglienza hanno avuto sui percorsi di inserimento sociale, linguistico e scolastico dei giovani profughi/e ucraini frequentanti le scuole fiorentine. Frutto di una ricerca empirica, i contenuti dell’articolo attingono alle fonti primarie, ovvero alle testimonianze raccolte sul campo.
Teaching science today. Recognize the competence to design the pathway
Authors: Cortimiglia Francesco
Published: January 2024

Through an examination of the suggestions contained in the Indicazioni nazionali and the PISA Science Framework, the article proposes a description of scientific competence that serves as a roadmap for initiating a teaching and learning path from an interdisciplinary perspective. The ecological and energy transition, the conditions of equilibrium of environmental systems, the problems of sustainability in an era of climate change are the main areas of application for scientific literacy. The different aspects of scientific competence are therefore organized by observing competence in action within the context of educational dialogue, and reconstructing the operations that students carry out from the moment they pose their own questions about the natural world, advance their hypotheses, and develop their strategies according to the methods of the disciplines.
 
Insegnare scienze oggi. Riconoscere la competenza per progettare il percorso.
Attraverso una ricognizione dei suggerimenti contenuti nelle Indicazioni nazionali e nel PISA Science Framework l’articolo propone una descrizione della competenza scientifica che rappresenta una mappa per avviare un percorso di insegnamento apprendimento in una prospettiva interdisciplinare. La transizione ecologica ed energetica, le condizioni di equilibrio dei sistemi ambientali, i problemi della sostenibilità in un’era di cambiamenti climatici sono i principali ambiti di esercizio della competenza scientifica. I diversi aspetti della competenza scientifica sono ordinati osservando la competenza in azione nel contesto del dialogo educativo, e ricostruendo le operazioni che studenti e studentesse compiono dal momento in cui pongono le loro stesse domande sul mondo della natura e sull’impatto dell’uomo su di essa, avanzano le loro ipotesi sui problemi individuati, elaborano le loro strategie secondo i metodi delle discipline.
Educational emergencies and resilience in intractable conflicts: some reflections on the Israeli reality
Authors: Guetta Silvia
Published: January 2024

In accordance with Witzum and Kotler (2000), since its birth as a state in 1948, Israel has faced military conflicts, years of terrorism, and daily threats. These events have led to the consideration of this reality as a special context for identifying, analyzing, and proposing clinical and educational actions aimed at dealing with trauma caused by wars and terrorism. Some researchers (Bar Tal, 2004; Salomon, 2003) consider the Israeli reality a context within which the characteristics of intractable conflict have developed. A type of conflict that has significant repercussions in the area of perception of reality, construction of society and vision of the future. In addition to examining these aspects, in the last part, the paper analyzes some models of education in emergencies developed over the years in formal and nonformal education contexts.
 
Emergenze educative e resilienza negli intractable conflicts: alcune riflessioni sulla realtà israeliana.
In accordo con Witzum e Kotler (2000), sin dalla sua nascita come stato nel 1948, Israele ha dovuto affrontare conflitti militari, anni di terrorismo, minacce quotidiane. Questi eventi hanno portato a considerare questa realtà un contesto particolare per individuare, analizzare e proporre intervertenti clinici e educativi finalizzati ad affrontare traumi causati dalle guerre e dal terrorismo. Alcuni ricercatori (Bar Tal, 2004; Salomon, 2003) considerano la realtà israeliana un contesto all’interno del quale si sono sviluppate le caratteristiche dell’intractable conflict. Una tipologia di conflitto che ha delle ricadute significative nell’ambito della percezione della realtà, la costruzione della società e la visione del futuro. Oltre a prendere in esame questi aspetti, nell’ultima parte, il contributo analizza alcuni modelli di educazione in situazione di emergenze sviluppati negli anni nei contesti di educazione formale e non formale.
A mini-review: valuable allies for human health: probiotic strains of Limosilactobacillus reuteri
Authors: Marinacci Beatrice , Pellegrini Benedetta , Roos Stefan
Published: January 2024

The World Health Organization defines probiotics as “live microorganisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host”. One of the most well studied probiotics is Limosilactobacillus reuteri, a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that colonizes the mucosal surfaces of mammals and birds and is considered autochthonous to the human microbiome. Genetic analyses have confirmed that this microorganism has co-evolved with its host, a prerequisite for the development of a mutualistic relation. On the one hand, L. reuteri contributes to the health of the host by releasing antimicrobial compounds, such as reuterin, and numerous active metabolites that can cross the epithelial barrier and reach different targets. Secondly, it can directly prevent the mucosal colonization by pathogenic bacteria helping in the prevention and restoration of dysbiosis due to the capability of forming biofilm. The characterization of numerous effector molecules produced by L. reuteri has provided a broad understanding of the mechanisms by which it not only displays antimicrobial and immunomodulatory activities within the gastrointestinal tract but can also influence the correct balance of distal locations of the body. This mini-review carries out a brief overview relating to the most well-known properties of L. reuteri highlighting the main biological processes involved.