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The Relationship between Auditory Analysis and Dictation Skills among Jordanian Fourth-Grade Students with Learning Difficulties
Authors: Al-Makahleh Ahmad Abdelhameed
Published: March 2024

This study aims to explore the skills of Jordanian Arabic-speaking fourth graders with learning difficulties in terms of auditory analysis and dictation tests. It mainly aims to investigate the relationship between students’ abilities to perform auditory analyses and dictation tests. The sample in the study consists of 110 Jordanian fourth graders, who are then divided into 54 students with learning difficulties who are diagnosed as having a satisfactory level of reading and writing and 56 typically developing students. The students are asked to respond to two tests, the auditory analysis and the phonological awareness test, which are prepared by the researcher himself. The results demonstrate a statistically significant positive correlation between the auditory analysis and dictation skills of fourth-grade students with learning difficulties. This means that improving the auditory analysis skills corresponds to an increase in the dictation skills of these students. The results also reveal a statistically significant correlation between auditory analysis and dictation skills in typically developing students.
An Ultra-Throughput Boost Method for Gamma-Ray Spectrometers
Authors: Li Wenhui , Zhou Qianqian , Zhang Yuzhong , Xie Jianming , Zhao Wei , Li Jinglun , Cui Hui
Published: March 2024

(1) Background: Generally, in nuclear medicine and nuclear power plants, energy spectrum measurements and radioactive nuclide identification are required for evaluation of strong radiation fields to ensure nuclear safety and security; thereby, damage is prevented to nuclear facilities caused by natural disasters or the criminal smuggling of nuclear materials. High count rates can lead to signal accumulation, negatively affecting the performance of gamma spectrometers, and in severe cases, even damaging the detectors. Higher pulse throughput with better energy resolution is the ultimate goal of a gamma-ray spectrometer. Traditionally, pileup pulses, which cause dead time and affect throughput, are rejected to maintain good energy resolution. (2) Method: In this paper, an ultra-throughput boost (UTB) off-line processing method was used to improve the throughput and reduce the pileup effect of the spectrometer. Firstly, by fitting the impulse signal of the detector, the response matrix was built by the functional model of a dual exponential tail convolved with the Gaussian kernel; then, a quadratic programming method based on a non-negative least squares (NNLS) algorithm was adopted to solve the constrained optimization problem for the inversion. (3) Results: Both the simulated and experimental results of the UTB method show that most of the impulses in the pulse sequence from the scintillator detector were restored to δ-like pulses, and the throughput of the UTB method for the NaI(Tl) spectrometer reached 207 kcps with a resolution of 7.71% @661.7 keV. A reduction was also seen in the high energy pileup phenomenon. (4) Conclusions: We conclude that the UTB method can restore individual and piled-up pulses to δ-like sequences, effectively boosting pulse throughput and suppressing high-energy tailing and sum peaks caused by the pileup effect at the cost of a slight loss in energy resolution.
Structural Characterization of Toxoplasma gondii Brain Cysts in a Model of Reactivated Toxoplasmosis Using Computational Image Analysis
Authors: Bauman Neda , Srbljanović Jelena , Čolović Čalovski Ivana , Lijeskić Olivera , Ćirković Vladimir , Trajković Jelena , Bobić Branko , Ilić Andjelija Ž. , Štajner Tijana
Published: March 2024

Toxoplasma gondii is an obligate intracellular parasite existing in three infectious life stages—tachyzoites, bradyzoites, and sporozoites. Rupture of tissue cysts and re-conversion of bradyzoites to tachyzoites leads to reactivated toxoplasmosis (RT) in an immunocompromised host. The aim of this study was to apply ImageJ software for analysis of T. gondii brain cysts obtained from a newly established in vivo model of RT. Mice chronically infected with T. gondii (BGD1 and BGD26 strains) were treated with cyclophosphamide and hydrocortisone (experimental group—EG) or left untreated as infection controls (ICs). RT in mice was confirmed by qPCR (PCR+); mice remaining chronically infected were PCR−. A total of 90 images of cysts were analyzed for fractal dimension (FD), lacunarity (L), diameter (D), circularity (C), and packing density (PD). Circularity was significantly higher in PCR+ compared to IC mice (p < 0.05 for BGD1, p < 0.001 for the BGD26 strain). A significant negative correlation between D and PD was observed only in IC for the BGD1 strain (ρ = −0.384, p = 0.048), while fractal parameters were stable. Significantly higher D, C, and PD and lower lacunarity, L, were noticed in the BGD1 compared to the more aggressive BGD26 strain. In conclusion, these results demonstrate the complexity of structural alterations of T. gondii cysts in an immunocompromised host and emphasize the application potential of ImageJ in the experimental models of toxoplasmosis.
Bowel Cleansing Preparations Are Associated with Gastroduodenal Lesions
Authors: Khouri Anas , Moreno Cesar G. , Di Palma Jack A.
Published: March 2024

Background: During esophagogastroduodenoscopy performed with colonoscopy, gastric and duodenal erythema, erosions, and ulcerations are often observed. This investigation was designed to review the prevalence of gastroduodenal lesions in patients who have undergone wireless capsule endoscopy using standard bowel cleansing preparations, but no endoscopy or sedation. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on patients referred for capsule endoscopy. Records and capsule reports were reviewed for the patient demographics, preparation prescribed, procedural indications, and gastroduodenal findings. The preparations studied included polyethylene glycol lavage (PEG), PEG plus bisacodyl (PEG + bis), bisacodyl (bis), oral sulfate solution (OSS), and no prep. Results: Among the 1236 records, 498 (40.3%) were men and 738 (59.7%) were women. The mean age was 56 years +/− 18 years SD. The percentage of patients with lesions after any bowel preparation was 52.7% for gastric lesions and 23.6% for duodenal lesions. The percentage of patients with gastroduodenal lesions was 58.3% with prep, compared to 38.2% without prep. These findings were statistically significant, with an RR of 1.53 [1.19–1.94] (p-value = 0.00004). This difference was more pronounced in the OSS group RR of 1.65 [1.29–2.1] and bisacodyl group RR of 1.64 [1.25–2.15] compared to the PEG group RR of 0.95 [0.7–1.3]. Conclusions: This study showed that patients undergoing wireless capsule endoscopy who received bowel preparations had a significant increase in gastric and duodenal lesions. Of the preparations studied, OSS was associated with a greater number of gastroduodenal lesions, while PEG was the least associated with lesions, with an occurrence similar to the non-prep group. The clinical significance of these lesions remains undetermined. Endoscopists should be aware that preparations are associated with gastroduodenal lesions to avoid the misinterpretation and misdiagnosis of these lesions.
The Constrained 2-Maxian Problem on Cycles
Authors: Bai Chunsong , Du Jun
Published: March 2024

This paper deals with p-maxian problem on cycles with an upper bound on the distances of all facilities. We consider the case of p=2 and show that, in the worst case, the optimal solution contains at least one vertex of the underlying cycle, which helps to develop an efficient algorithm to solve the constrained 2-maxian problem. Based on this property, we develop a linear time algorithm for the constrained 2-maxian problem on a cycle. We also discuss the relations between the constrained and unconstrained 2-maxian problems on which the underlying graphs are cycles.
Cauchy Problem with Summable Initial-Value Functions for Parabolic Equations with Translated Potentials
Authors: Muravnik Andrey B. , Rossovskii Grigorii L.
Published: March 2024

We study the Cauchy problem for differential–difference parabolic equations with potentials undergoing translations with respect to the spatial-independent variable. Such equations are used for the modeling of various phenomena not covered by the classical theory of differential equations (such as nonlinear optics, nonclassical diffusion, multilayer plates and envelopes, and others). From the viewpoint of the pure theory, they are important due to crucially new effects not arising in the case of differential equations and due to the fact that a number of classical methods, tools, and approaches turn out to be inapplicable in the nonlocal theory. The qualitative novelty of our investigation is that the initial-value function is assumed to be summable. Earlier, only the case of bounded (essentially bounded) initial-value functions was investigated. For the prototype problem (the spatial variable is single and the nonlocal term of the equation is single), we construct the integral representation of a solution and show its smoothness in the open half-plane. Further, we find a condition binding the coefficient at the nonlocal potential and the length of its translation such that this condition guarantees the uniform decay (weighted decay) of the constructed solution under the unbounded growth of time. The rate of this decay (weighted decay) is estimated as well.
Optimal Conditions for the Generation of Runaway Electrons in High-Pressure Gases
Authors: Kozyrev Andrey , Tarasenko Victor
Published: March 2024

Runaway electron (RAE) generation in high-pressure gases is an important physical phenomenon that significantly influences discharge shapes and properties of initiated plasma. The diffuse discharges formed due to RAEs in the air and other gases at atmospheric pressure find wide applications. In the present review, theoretical and experimental results that explain the reason for RAE occurrence at high pressures are analyzed, and recommendations are given for the implementation of conditions under which the runaway electron beam (RAEB) with the highest current can be obtained at atmospheric pressure. The experimental results were obtained using subnanosecond, nanosecond, and submicrosecond generators, including those specially developed for runaway electron generation. The RAEBs were recorded using oscilloscopes and collectors with picosecond time resolution. To theoretically describe the phenomenon of continuous electron acceleration, the method of physical kinetics was used based on the Boltzmann kinetic equation that takes into account the minimum but sufficient number of elementary processes, including shock gas ionization and elastic electron scattering. The results of modeling allowed the main factors to be established that control the RAE appearance, the most important of which is electron scattering on neutral atoms and/or molecules. Theoretical modeling has allowed the influence of various parameters (including the voltage, pressure, gas type, and geometrical characteristics of the discharge gap) to be taken into account. The results of the research presented here allow RAE accelerators with desirable parameters to be developed and the possibility of obtaining diffuse discharges to be accessed under various conditions. The review consists of the Introduction, five sections, the Conclusion, and the References.
Effects of Seed Priming on Mitigating the Negative Effects of Increased Salinity in Two Varieties of Sweet Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)
Authors: Karalija Erna , Lošić Ajna , Demir Arnela , Šamec Dunja
Published: March 2024

The increase in soil salinity has a negative effect on the growth and yield of plants. Mitigating the negative effects of soil salinity is therefore a difficult task and different methods are being used to overcome the negative effects of salt stress on crop plants. One of the often-used approaches is seed priming that can increase plants’ vigor and resilience. In this paper, we tested the effects of hydropriming, proline priming, and salicylic acid priming on the mitigation of the negative effects of salt stress on two bell pepper varieties (Capsicum annuum L.): Herkules and Kurtovska kapija. Sweet bell pepper seeds were primed following desiccation to achieve the original water content, and subsequently cultivated in salt-supplemented medium. The positive effects on vigor (in the form of increased germination and seedling establishment) as well as on level of tolerance for salt stress were recorded for both cultivars. The positive effects varied between the priming treatments and pepper cultivar used. The results of germination, seedling performance, photosynthetic pigments, and osmolytes were measured for seedlings grown from unprimed and primed seeds with under 0, 25, and 50 mM of NaCl. Both cultivars demonstrated greater germination when primed with proline and salicylic acid, while the Herkules cultivar demonstrated a higher tolerance to salt when proline was used as the priming agent. Priming with salicylic acid and proline in the seed improved germination and seedling performance, which could be related to the increase in proline content in the seedlings.
Multiple SSO Space Debris Flyby Trajectory Design Based on Cislunar Orbit
Authors: Zhang Siyang , Wang Shuquan
Published: March 2024

This paper investigates the trajectory design problem in the scenario of a multiple Sun-synchronous Orbit (SSO) space debris flyby mission from a DRO space station. At first, the characteristics of non-planar transfer from DRO to SSO in the Earth–Moon system are analyzed. The methods of large-scale ergodicity and pruning are utilized to investigate single-impulse and two-impulse DRO–Earth transfers. Using a powered lunar flyby, the two-impulse DRO–Earth transfer is able to fly by SSO debris while satisfying the requirements of the mission. After the local optimization, the optimal result of two-impulse DRO–Earth transfer and flyby is obtained. A multi-objective evolutionary algorithm is used to design the Pareto-optimal trajectories of multiple flybys. The semi-analytical optimization method is developed to provide the estimations of the transfer parameters in order to reduce the computations caused by the evolutionary algorithm. Simulations show that transferring from the 3:2 resonant DRO to a near-coplanar flyby of a SSO target debris using a powered lunar gravity assist needs a 0.47 km/s velocity increment. The mission’s total velocity increment is 1.39 km/s, and the total transfer time is 2.23 years.
EFFECTIVENESS OF FEED ADDITIVE BASED ON BACILLUS SP. STRAIN AND ORGANIC ACIDS IN BLACK-AND-WHITE BREED LACTATING COWS FEEDING
Authors: ЛАПТЕВ Г.Ю. , СОЛДАТОВА В.В. , ЙЫЛДЫРЫМ Е.А. , ИЛЬИНА Л.А. , ТЮРИНА Д.Г. , СПИРИДОНОВ А.М. , ФИЛИППОВА В.А. , КАЛИТКИНА К.А. , ПОНОМАРЕВА Е.С. , АХМАТЧИН Д.А.
Published: March 2024

Применение пробиотиков позволяет нормализовать состав микрофлоры и снизить патогенную нагрузку в рубце, что приводит к улучшению зоотехнических показателей коров. Эксперимент проводили на 2 группах дойных коров в течение 90 суток. Животные контрольной группы получали основной рацион (ОР), а опытной — ОР и испытуемую кормовую добавку на основе штамма микроорганизма Bacillus sp. и органических кислот. При скармливании дойным коровам кормовой добавки отмечено увеличение, в среднем за опыт, среднесуточного удоя молока 4%-ной жирности на 2,3 кг и снижение содержания соматических клеток в молоке на 60% (P≤0,05). Результаты, полученные методом T-RFLP, показали, что важным эффектом от действия препарата явилось уменьшение в рубце числа клостридий на 4,4% по сравнению с контролем (Р≤0,05). Также в опытной группе наблюдалось увеличение содержания целлюлозолитических бактерий — лахноспир и руминококков в 1,5 и 4,2 раза соответственно по сравнению с контролем (P≤0,05).

The use of probiotics allows to normalize the composition of microflora and reduce pathogenic microorganisms in the rumen, which leads to zootechnical indicators of cows improvement. The experiment was carried out on 2 groups of dairy cows for 90 days. Animals in the control group received the basic diet (BD), while the animals in the experimental group received the BD and a tested feed additive based on the strain Bacillus sp. and organic acids. When dairy cows were fed the feed additive, the average daily milk yield of 4% fat milk increased by 2.3 kg and somatic cell content in milk decreased by 60% (P≤0.05). The results obtained by the T-RFLP method showed that a significant effect of the probiotic was a 4.4% decrease in the number of clostridia in the rumen compared to the control group (P≤0.05). Additionally, an increase in cellulolytic bacteria — Lachnospira and Ruminococcus by 1.5 and 4.2 fold, respectively, was observed in the experimental group compared to the control (P≤0.05).
Дополнение к флоре сосудистых растений заказника "Ольджиканский" (Хабаровский край)
Authors:   Zapovednoe Priamurye, Komsomolsk Branch, Komsomolsk-on-Amur, Shcheglova I. P.
Published: March 2024

The data on 66 species of vascular plants, first identified in the Oldzhikansky Federal Reserve, of which one species (Fritillaria maximowiczii Freyn) is registered in the Red Data Book of Khabarovsk Krai, are given. The total number of vascular plant species in the Reserve, including the abovementioned additions, is 436.
COVID-19 PHOBIA AND SLEEP QUALITY AMONG ADOLESCENTS
Authors: Zülkar Yeşim , Demir Gökçe
Published: March 2024

This study was carried out to determine the sleep quality levels of adolescents with COVID-19 phobia and the relationship between them. This descriptive and correlational research was conducted in public high schools in Kırşehir. The data of the study were collected between 20.01.2021 and 24.02.2021 using the "Student Information Form", "Coronavirus 19 Phobia Scale" and "Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index". The research was conducted with 406 high school students. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality total score average of the adolescents participating in the study was 5.97±3.53, 'Coronavirus 19 Phobia total score average was 46.97±13.59'. It was determined that 49.5% of the adolescents had poor sleep quality. The sleep quality of the adolescents who went to vocational and technical Anatolian high school was found to be better. In addition, adolescents who are female, feel stressed due to COVID-19, think that nothing will be the same as before due to COVID-19, have moderate COVID-19 phobias and low sleep quality. Adolescents' sleep quality was low and their COVID-19 phobia was moderate. It has been determined that COVID-19 phobia and sleep quality affect each other.
LIFE ADJUSTMENT ANALYSES OF THE PEOPLE WITH CORONA VIRUS IN TURKEY. A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Kahraman Selma , Timuçin Arzu , İbaer Zeynep
Published: March 2024

We aimed to determine the life adjustment process of people who have had coronavirus andthe factors affecting this process, to investigate the long-term effects related to this disease and reportthem for the first time.In thiscross-sectional study conductedbetween March and December 2021, 202 participants who previously had coronavirus infection, identified by reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test, were enrolled. The data was collected online using the Hacettepe Personality Inventoryandevaluatedusing descriptive statistics, survival analyses and Kaplan–Meier survival analyses in SPSS software. According to the Hacettepe personality inventory, the mean total adjustment score of the participants was 91.97±16.9, the mean social adjustment score was 45.47±9.7 and the mean personal adjustment score was 46.49±8.7. According to the hazard function graphs, it was calculated that the mean general adjustment month of the participants was 13.59±0.64, the mean social adjustment month was 13.89±0.65 and the mean personal adjustment month was 11.83±0.52. It has been observed that the coronavirus disease has a negative impact on life and social and personal adjustment, while the mean time for people to adjust to life is 1 year.
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN RESIDENTS’ TRAINING DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Authors: Akturan Selçuk , Üçüncüoğlu Melek , Güner Yasemin , Delibalta Bilge , Duman Dilbaz Ayşenur
Published: March 2024

There are limited studies reporting the opinions of residents from three main sciences which are surgical, internal medicine and basic medical sciences in Turkey. So, we need to reveal more opinions of residents on their trainings during pandemic to manage the trainings well during emerging situations in the future. It is aimed to reveal the opinions of residents from all main sciences on their training in medicine given at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic process. The study was designed as qualitative phenomenological study,and includes focus group interviews. It was conducted between April 2021- March 2022. Gender, department and duration of residency were taken into account in order to ensure diversity in the determination of the participants. Interviews were conducted online through the Zoom. Content analyses was done by researchers. In our study, five focus group interviews were conducted with a total of 38 residents. The five themes that emerged are as follows: changes in education; health care delivery climate; scientific activities; emotions/feelings; structural problems, in education programs. It is necessary to design the frequency, duration and content intensity of online training activities. Scientific research and thesis studies have been adversely affected by the pandemic. However, the online scientific meetings provided during the pandemic were seen as important education opportunities. ‘Feeling of decreased emotional resillience’ is a new emerged emotional problem. The positive developments in the attitudes and behaviors of the society towards the health professionals during the pandemic contributed positively to the emotions of the residents.
A STUDY ON DIAGNOSTIC AND PROGNOSTIC ROLE OF PERIOSTIN IN RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISEASE COMPLEX IN CALVES
Authors: Baran Derviş , Keleş İhsan
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to compare the amounts of serum amyloid a, haptoglobin, fibrinogen, and periostin in calves with respiratory system disease complex before and after treatment. Three groups were used in the study: an acute group (n=10) made up of calves with acute respiratory system disease complex symptoms, a chronic group made up of calves with chronic respiratory system disease complex symptoms, and a control group made up of disease-free, healthy calves. Before and after therapy (day 0, 7 and 14), clinical examinations were performed and blood samples were taken from the acute and chronic groups. Calves in the control group only had one clinical evaluation and blood sample collection. Results showed that both the acute and chronic groups exhibited clinical improvement after treatment. Before treatment, the concentrations of fibrinogen, serum amyloid A, and haptoglobin in the acute and chronic groups were significantly higher than those in the control group (p<0.001). On days 7 and 14, the serum periostin concentrations of the acute group were lower than those of the chronic group and control group (p<0.05). However, no significant difference was observed in serum periostin concentrations before and after treatment in both the acute and chronic groups (p>0.05). Additionally, a positive correlation was found between the respiratory system disease complex scores and the concentrations of serum amyloid A, haptoglobin, and fibrinogen. However, there was no significant correlation between periostin concentrations and respiratory system disease complex scores, as well as between fibrinogen, haptoglobin, and serum amyloid A concentrations (p>0.05).Based on the findings, it can be concluded that haptoglobin, serum amyloid A, and fibrinogen values, rather than periostin, play an important role in supporting the diagnosis and prognosis of respiratory system disease complex in calves.
THE EFFECT OF FUTURE EXPECTATION ON HAPPINESS AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE BELIEF IN ADOLESCENTS: A STRUCTURAL EQUALITY MODEL
Authors: Çiftci Necmettin , Sarman Abdullah
Published: March 2024

Objective of this study was to determine the effect of future expectations the happiness and healthy lifestyle beliefs of adolescents. Study used a quantitative-cross-sectional-descriptive survey design method and was conducted with a sample of adolescents studying in one city in the eastern region of Turkey. Data were collected using Google Forms and included the "Personal Information Form", "Adolescent Future Expectations Scale", "Adolescent Happiness Scale", and the "Healthy Lifestyle Belief Scale for Adolescents". Adolescents' future expectations were found to be effective on happiness and healthy lifestyle beliefs. The established structural equation modeling showed a significant relationship between future expectations, happiness, and healthy lifestyle beliefs. The study suggests that various programs should be implemented to raise adolescents' future expectations, which could shape their beliefs about happiness and healthy lifestyles.
Vietnamese version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale (HK-LS): Translation and validation
Authors: Nguyen Thao Huong , Nguyen Hanh Hong , Huynh Anh Mai , Vo Thanh Van , Gia Han Diep , Nguyen Thang
Published: March 2024

Introduction: In Vietnam, the prevalence of hypertension is increasing rapidly. Patients need to be conscious of the disease for timely prevention and treatment. The Hypertension Knowledge Level Scale (HK-LS) is commonly used to assess knowledge about hypertension. Methods: Data collection was took place in a hospital in Binh Thuan province, Vietnam in February 2020 with a total of 184 paticipants. Translation and adaptation of the HK-LS, validate the questionnaire through in-person interviews with outpatients diagnosed with hypertension. The translation process followed WHO guidelines. The appraisal process evaluates through reliability (Cronbach’s alpha coefficient) and validity (meaningful relationship between the response results of the scale and the patient’s characteristics). Results: The Vietnamese version of the HK-LS was translated and proven to be reliable (Cronbach’s alpha=0.72) and valid (statistically significant difference between age groups (P=0.021) and educational background (P=0.007). Conclusion: The HK-LS was translated from English into Vietnamese; the questions are clear, intelligible, and suitable for surveying patients in Vietnam.
Risk factors for re-expansion pulmonary edema following chest tube drainage in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Willim Herick Alvenus , Munthe Eva Lydia , Vanto Yoni , Sani Alvin Ariyanto
Published: March 2024

Re-expansion pulmonary edema (RPE) is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication that can occur after rapid lung expansion following the management of lung collapse. This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the risk factors for RPE following chest tube drainage in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax. We conducted a comprehensive systematic literature search in electronic databases of PubMed, ScienceDirect, Cochrane Library, and ProQuest to identify studies that explore the risk factors for RPE following chest tube drainage in spontaneous pneumothorax. Pooled odds ratios (OR) or weighted mean differences (WMD) were calculated to evaluate the risk factors. Statistical analysis was conducted using Review Manager 5.3 software. Five studies involving 1.093 spontaneous pneumothorax patients were included in this meta-analysis. The pooled analysis showed that the following risk factors were significantly associated with increased risk of RPE following chest tube drainage: the presence smoking history (OR=1.94, 95% CI: 1.22-3.10, P=0.005, I2=0%), longer duration of symptoms (WMD=3.76, 95% CI: 2.07-5.45, P<0.0001, I2=30%) , and larger size of pneumothorax (WMD=16.76, 95% CI: 8.88-24.64, P<0.0001, I2=78%). Age, sex, and location of pneumothorax had no significant association. In patients with spontaneous pneumothorax, the presence of smoking history, longer duration of symptoms, and larger size of pneumothorax increase the risk of development of RPE following chest tube drainage.
Escape Rooms as Tools for Learning Through Failure
Authors: Rawlinson Rachelle Emily , Whitton Nicola
Published: March 2024

The increasingly neoliberal course of Higher Education is linked to rises in student anxiety around assessment and increased fear of the consequences of failure. Making mistakes is an inevitable part of any learning process (and of life generally) and managing failure in a productive and positive way is crucial for success and wellbeing beyond university. In this article, we argue that academia does not adequately prepare learners for managing mistake-making progressively and that escape rooms can provide a way to facilitate learning through failure. We first present an original model of failure-based learning that explores why being able to make mistakes safely is important for students and why the use of escape rooms in Higher Education presents an excellent opportunity for the application of this model. We then show the relevance of this model by using it to analyse two case studies that explore different ways in which educational escape rooms can be used in Higher Education: either designed to facilitate learning by playing a game; or supporting learning through designing a game. Our model of failure-based learning has three stages, emphasising the importance of preparation, an iterative play cycle of testing, failing, reflecting, and revising, and finishing with a presentation phase. The article concludes by considering the limitations of educational escape rooms in this context and highlighting some practical considerations for the use of these approaches.
IDENTIFIKASI FRAUD DALAM PEMERIKSAAN INTERNAL MELALUI DATA ANALYTICS
Authors: Prasetyo Dodi Eko , Wulandari Gita Ayu Andhiani , Meini Zumratul , Fauziah
Published: March 2024

Fraud telah menjadi masalah yang merajalela di era digital dan big data, menghadirkan ancaman signifikan bagi organisasi di berbagai industri. Seiring dengan kemajuan teknologi, taktik penipu juga berkembang, sehingga penting bagi organisasi untuk tetap waspada dan menerapkan langkah-langkah identifikasi penipuan yang efektif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyelidiki bagaimana penggunaan data analytics memengaruhi cara auditor memahami tanda-tanda kecurangan. Sampel penelitian terdiri dari auditor internal, yang memiliki tanggung jawab memberikan rekomendasi terkait keberlanjutan, keandalan, relevansi, dan ketiadaan kesalahan material dalam laporan audit. Data penelitian ini berfokus pada auditor internal yang bekerja di perusahaan pembiayaan di Pulau Jawa. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan menggunakan metode nonprobability sampling, dengan jenis teknik sampel purposive sampling, Dan pengelolaan data mengunakan STATA versi 14. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penerapan data analytics memiliki dampak positif dalam mengidentifikasi fraud. Selain itu, penggunaan data analytics memberikan manfaat tambahan bagi auditor, seperti mempermudah pengumpulan bukti, menentukan populasi secara luas, memprediksi risiko, dan memfasilitasi analisis data yang cepat.
Kata Kunci: Fraud; Data Analytics; Internal Audit; Big Data
Multi-Nutrient Supplements for Women During Pregnancy
Authors: Исенова С.Ш. , Исина Г.М. , Пернебекова У.А. , Баймусанова Г.Н. , Умирова Р.У. , Базарбаева Ж.У. , Рахимжанова А.К.
Published: March 2024

Микронутриенты играют ключевую роль в здоровье матери и ребенка, особенно во время беременности и лактации. Объединение нескольких микроэлементов в одну добавку было предложено в качестве экономически эффективного способа достижения многочисленных преимуществ для женщин во время беременности. Компоненты в составе комплекса хорошо сочетаются между собой, содержатся в достаточных и безопасных количествах и соответствуют европейским рекомендациям для беременных и кормящих женщин. Известно, что дефицит питательных микроэлементов имеет склонность к кумуляции, и большой эффект может быть достигнут при многократном приеме добавок, а не при приеме одного питательного вещества. Однако взаимодействие также может привести к плохому усвоению некоторых питательных веществ. Высокие дозы некоторых питательных веществ также могут нанести вред матери или ее ребенку. Прием железа и других микронутриентов, таких как фолиевая кислота, витамин D, омега-3, йод, значительно снижает встречаемость анемии у матерей и частоту инфекционно-воспалительных осложнений беременности, а также уменьшает вероятность низкого веса ребенка и микросомии при рождении.

Micronutrients play a key role in the health of mother and child, especially during pregnancy and lactation. The article talks about combining multiple micronutrients into one supplement has been proposed as a cost-effective way to achieve multiple benefits for women during pregnancy. The article also discusses in detail the components in the complex that combine well with each other, are contained in sufficient and safe quantities and comply with European recommendations for pregnant and lactating women. Micronutrient deficiencies are known to interact, and greater benefits can be achieved by taking multiple supplements rather than taking a single nutrient. However, the interaction may also result in poor absorption of some nutrients. High doses of some nutrients can also harm the mother or her baby. Taking iron and other micronutrients, such as folic acid, vitamin D, omega 3, iodine, significantly reduces the incidence of anemia in mothers and the incidence of infectious and inflammatory complications of pregnancy, and also reduces the likelihood of low birth weight and microsomia at birth.
Efficiency of the application of bio preparations in the intensive apple orchard of Kharkiv Fruit Company LLC
Authors:   National biotechnological University, Leus V. , Shubenko L. ,   Bila Tserkva National Agrarian University, Kubrak S. ,   Bila Tserkva National Agrarian University
Published: March 2024

The use of biostimulating microfertilizers during foliar feeding makes it possible to reduce the introduction of mineral fertilizers into the soil. This method of fertilization is safe for the environment because the nutrients are applied in controlled amounts. The purpose of our research was to evaluate the effect of foliar fertilization of apple trees on productivity, commercial quality of fruits and economic efficiency. As a result of the research, a positive effect of the use of biostimulants in intensive apple plantations of Gala, Pinova, Fuji, Red Jonaprinz varieties was established. In the course of research, biological preparations of the company "Timak Agro Ukraine" of the brands Maxifruit, Fertileader Elite, Fertileader Axis were used. Application of these drugs was carried out according to the scheme: when the average size of the fruits was 30 mm, foliar treatment with biostimulants at the rate of 3 l/ha was carried out, followed by repetition after 10 days. To assess the effect of the biological preparation, apples were sorted into fractions according to the diameter of the fruit - less than 60 mm, 60-69 mm, 70-75 mm, more than 75 mm. They also calculated the yield and evaluated the marketable quality of the harvested fruits. It has been proven that foliar treatment of trees with biological preparations helps to increase the size of fruits, which in turn reduces the number of non-standard products (fruits with a diameter of less than 60 mm) and significantly increases the share of fruits larger than 70 mm. Due to their anti-stress properties, biological preparations had the maximum effect on the fruits of the Pinova variety, which is not sufficiently resistant to high temperatures and low air humidity, increasing the share of fruits larger than 70 mm by 21.4 % compared to the control and the small-fruited Gala variety, for which this increase was equal to 12.9 %. It was established that as a result of increasing yield, improving the size, and therefore the marketability of fruits, the average sale price increased, which in turn increased the economic efficiency of fruit cultivation. Key words: apple tree, variety, foliar fertilization, product quality, yield, economic efficiency.
Genetic-immunological and methodological aspects of increasing the efficiency of the study and selective use of the Callistephus chinensis (L.) Nees. gene fund
Authors:   Institute of Horticulture of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Shevel L.O. , Rudnyk-Ivashchenko O.I. ,   Institute of Horticulture of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Yaruta O.Ya. ,   Institute of Horticulture of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine
Published: March 2024

Experimental studies evaluated the criteria of variability, heredity and genetic dependence of the signs of decorativeness and productivity of Callistephus chinensis (L.) Nees. plants for their use in further selection. According to the results of the study and morphological description of the features of this culture, correlations were established between the main ones that characterize the decorativeness of the plant, namely: the height of the plants, the number of twigs on the stem, leaves, flowers on the plant, the width of the habitus, the diameter of the inflorescence, the number of petals and flowers in an inflorescence, the duration of interphase periods of plant growth and development. According to the results of statistical processing, the values of the coefficients of phenotypic variability and heritability of quantitative traits of the Callistephus Chinese were determined. The authors’ assessment of the variability, heredity and genetic dependence of the quantitative traits of culture makes it possible to note significant genotypic differences in the inheritance of plant decorative traits. Such characteristics as plant height, flower diameter, the number of petals and flowers in an inflorescence, the length of a peduncle, the number of inflorescences on a plant showed high genetic heritability compared to phenotypic variability. Based on the analysis of the research results, it can be reliably stated that precisely due to the studied and described traits, using them in the selection process, it is possible to significantly improve Callistephus Chinese plants in terms of the decorativeness of the plant, which will increase its commercial value. Determining the value of genetic heredity in comparison with phenotypic variability allows speeding up the creation of new varieties of Callistephus Chinese with the necessary parameters of decorativeness and other important features. Key words: Callistephus chinensis (L.) Nees characteristic, decorativeness, variability, heredity, genetic dependence.
Effect of Different Thicknesses in Ohmic and Conventional Cooking on Colour and Textural Characteristics of Beef
Authors: UZUN ÖZCAN Anıl , BOZKURT Hüseyin
Published: March 2024

The effect of different thicknesses (2.5, 4 and 5 cm) in cooking methods of ohmic and conventional on colour and textural attributes of beef was investigated in this study. At ohmic cooking three different voltage gradient (30, 50 and 70 V) was also used. Significant differences were found between the colour and majority of texture values of raw and cooked meat samples in both ohmic and conventional cooking methods (P
Remuneración económica percibida de productos basado en costos de producción
Authors: Guaigua Vizcaíno Martha Elizabeth , Vélez Lucas Yadira Mariuxi , Proaño Moya Valeria Isabel , Moreno Vaca Dayana Brisel
Published: March 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar la remuneración económica percibida de productos basado en costos de producción. El diseño de investigación fue experimental, que permite facilitar y manejar las variables de estudio, y así tener un control sobre el análisis. Los resultados indicaron que, con la implementación de un sistema de costos en la empresa, a través de la información, se determinó que el precio de costo para la elaboración de chompas fue de $12.90 USD, obteniendo ganancia y fijar el valor de venta al aplicar correctamente la distribución de costos; se determinó que el precio de venta debe incrementarse en un 117% para ser rentable para la empresa obteniendo un precio de venta de $28 USD. En conclusión, se determinó que el precio de costo fue de $7.93 USD y para fijar un precio de venta se incrementó el 102% con la finalidad de determinar un precio de venta.
Control interno de cuentas por cobrar para mejorar la información financiera
Authors: Albán López Valeria Lizbeth , Ramírez Cotacachi Janneth Maribel , Ruiz Lita Eliana Paola , Sandoval Malquìn Danny Mauricio
Published: March 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo general fue efectuar un control interno de las cuentas por cobrar para una presentación de información financiera adecuada en la empresa “ASEFINCO FLASHNET”. La investigación fue de nivel descriptivo y las técnicas empleadas fueron la entrevista y la encuesta. Los resultados indicaron que no existe una adecuada captación de los recibos, por lo que ocasiona un nivel de confianza del 50% y en nivel de riesgo 50%; de igual manera al momento de archivarlos se establece un nivel de confianza del 50% y nivel de riesgo 50%, esto se produce por la misma ocasión que no se captan a tiempo los recibos. En conclusión, se logró identificar limitaciones en la actividad de los recibos no son entregados oportunamente por parte de los clientes, ya que no se les indica porque medios y/o maneras pueden hacer llegar los recibos a la empresa.
Productos para el fortalecimiento y desarrollo gastronómico de la provincia de Tungurahua, Ecuador
Authors: Andrade Vélez Samira , Condo Velastegui Mariela , Paredes Mantilla Mateo , Tello-Velastegui Adriano Israel
Published: March 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo desarrollar estrategias para promover productos endémicos ecuatorianos de la Provincia de Tungurahua de Ecuador. La investigación fue de nivel descriptiva, la técnica la encuesta y el instrumento el cuestionario; la población, el estudio se orientó en la avenida Bolivariana que cuenta en donde contamos con veinte y cinco (25) restaurantes. Los resultados reflejaron que el uso de técnicas de vanguardia proporciona una experiencia especial para el comensal, donde la adición de tiempos como coctelería y repostería, permiten una gran innovación y fusión entorno a una preparación con un mayor número de texturas, colores y temperaturas inigualables. En conclusión, existen estudios en base a nuestra gastronomía y hay una carencia de cocina de vanguardia, además cabe recalcar en el ecuador no hay el apoyo de entidades nacionales o internacionales para la investigación de los productos autóctonos.
Marca de sanduches Guambra Guaytambo para fortalecer la actividad gastronómica y turística, Ambato, Ecuador
Authors: Arriciaga Cruz Valery Doménica , Girón Rodríguez Lady Diana , Ortiz Vásquez Cristian Ariel , Tello Velasteguí Adriano Israel
Published: March 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo general analizar la marca de sanduches “Guambra Guaytambo” para fortalecer la actividad gastronómica y turística, Ambato, Ecuador. La metodología utilizada fue una investigación de diseño no experimental, de campo y bibliográfico. Los análisis y resultados del estudio determinaron que la creación de la marca de sanduches guambra guaytambo si es una herramienta factible para fortalecer la actividad tanto gastronómica como turística de la ciudad de Ambato. Finalmente se puede llegar a que estos resultados nos dan unos datos positivos acerca de la venta de sanduches tipo gourmet de forma ambulante ya que nos señala cierta atracción de nuestro segmento de mercado hacia nuestro producto. En conclusión, se diagnosticó la situación actual sobre el nivel de aceptación de la incursión de una marca de comercialización ambulante desarrollada por expertos del área gastronómica en la ciudad de Ambato.
Estructura orgánica y funcional de una organización
Authors: Marcelo Moya Hernán , Molina Vera Mireya Aracely , Muyulema Sailema Erika Cristina , Moya Rubio Laura Estefanía
Published: March 2024

La investigación tuvo como objetivo proponer una estructura orgánica funcional en la empresa de Equipos y Servicios de Ingeniería “ESERDING”. La metodología utilizada fue de nivel descriptiva, lo cual permitió identificar y dar solución al problema en el desempeño de las funciones en la empresa anteriormente mencionada. Los resultados indicaron que necesario mejorar la estructura orgánica funcional de la empresa para que todos los elementos del modelo administrativo tengan el mismo nivel de funciones y grado de desarrollo de cada función y con esto lograr satisfacer las necesidades y los retos que la empresa los plantea y enfrentan al transcurrir los días. En conclusión, se logró evidenciar la importancia que tiene una correcta estructura orgánica funcional dentro de la empresa, pues le permite a cada trabajador saber detalladamente las funciones que se deben realizar dentro de cada área que tenga la organización.
Procedimiento analítico aplicado al distributivo del personal de la Función de Transparencia y Control Social
Authors: Pacha Llambo María Dolores , Tisalema Tisalema María Tráncito , Agualongo Chalguira Ángel Abraham , Arias Collaguazo Wilmer Medardo
Published: March 2024

El objetivo principal de este estudio es analizar y evaluar la aplicación del procedimiento analítico de auditoría al distributivo de funcionarios en el sector público. La metodología utilizada fue la investigación descriptiva, con el objetivo de examinar y describir las características y patrones de variables clave en el sector de transparencia y control social. Los resultados determinaron que la revisión de políticas y procedimientos, la evaluación del cumplimiento normativo y el análisis de riesgos son también componentes esenciales de la auditoría en este ámbito. Por lo tanto, el uso exclusivo de procedimientos analíticos puede ser insuficiente para obtener una imagen completa y precisa de la gestión de recursos humanos en una entidad. En conclusión, en base a los análisis realizados, se observa en primer lugar, una clara dedicación y atención al sector de transparencia y control social, tanto en términos de personal como de recursos.
El principio de objetividad en la valoración de testimonios de agentes aprehensores
Authors: Bosquez-Fiallos Ángel Javier , Cornejo-Aguiar José Sebastián , Castro-Sánchez Fernando-De-Jesús , Taylor-Terán Henry Robert
Published: March 2024

El objetivo general de investigación fue analizar jurídicamente el principio de objetividad en la valoración de testimonios de agentes aprehensores. La presente investigación utilizó el método cuantitativo el cual produce datos descriptivos, que se originan por la recolección de datos. Apoyado en la revisión documental-bibliográfica. Conjuntamente, se aplicó el método inductivo-deductivo. Se planteó además el método analítico-sintético. Se concluye que, la incorrecta aplicación del principio de objetividad puede conllevar a que se vulneren más principios e incluso el debido proceso garantizado por la Constitución ecuatoriana por lo que se evidencia claramente en esta investigación siendo necesario buscar mecanismos a fin de que se garantice los derechos constitucionales y los establecidos en tratados internacionales.