bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Relationship between Social Media Addiction and Urgency in Young Adults
Authors: Amir Zahra , Khan Afshi Yahya
Published: October 2024

This study intended to inspect the relationship of urgency (positive and negative) and social media addiction (SMA) in young adults. The study also explored the gender differences on SMA and urgency. Two of the proposed hypotheses were put into testing, i.e., i) There is a relationship between SMA and urgency among young adults, and ii) There are gender differences in SMA and urgency. This research used a correlational research design and convenience sampling strategy. A sample of 300 university students was collected that included 150 males and 150 females age ranging between 18-25 years (M= 19.03, SD= 3.29). The data was collected in person through a self-constructed demographic questionnaire, Social Networking Addiction Scale (SNAS), and Urgency, Premeditation, Perseverance, Sensation Seeking, and Positive Urgency (UPPS-P) Impulsive Behavior Scale. The data was analyzed through SPSS software and Pearson correlation along with independent sample t-test were employed to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that there is a positive relationship between urgency and SMA among young adults, however, no significant gender differences were found in urgency, social media addiction, and their subscales. This study urges young adults to limit social media use to prevent psychological dependence that can harm both productivity and mental well-being. It highlights the tendency of individuals to turn to social media as an escape when overwhelmed by emotional states, often sharing more than they would in a more balanced state of mind. This emotional oversharing can lead to unintended consequences, impacting personal and professional lives.
Capacitação em primeiros socorros para professores e funcionários da rede pública de ensino em um município do interior paranaense
Authors: Santos Gabrielli Lauana dos , Martins Wesley
Published: October 2024

A presente pesquisa tem como objetivo comparar o conhecimento de profissionais da educação sobre primeiros socorros antes e após uma intervenção educativa. Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva e exploratória, que ocorreu em três etapas: aplicação de um questionário pré-teste (com questões objetivas a respeito das ações a serem tomadas frente a uma situação envolvendo primeiros socorros); capacitação em formato de minicurso sobre as principais técnicas de primeiros socorros; e reaplicação do questionário (pós-teste) para avaliação do conhecimento adquirido. Participaram da pesquisa 35 profissionais da educação que trabalham nas instituições de ensino fundamental do município de Serranópolis do Iguaçu, interior do estado do Paraná, a mais de dois anos. Ao analisar as respostas do pré-teste, nota-se que os assuntos que os participantes tiveram maior dificuldade foram sobre “os problemas enfrentados pelos profissionais devido a falta de capacitação”, “conhecimento sobre os passos para a realização dos primeiros socorros” e “atitudes frente ao paciente que sofreu uma parada cardiorrespiratória (PCR)”. Já no pós-teste, nota-se um aumento expressivo no número de participantes que se sentiram mais seguros em suas respostas, onde “não saber o que fazer” deu lugar a “insegurança”, “saber os passos, mas não saber como realizar os primeiros socorros” virou “saber o que fazer e como fazer até a chegada do socorro especializado” e “afastar os curiosos e chamar o Serviço Móvel de Urgência e Emergência (SAMU)” se tornou “realizar o XABCDE e chamar o SAMU”. Apesar das capacitações frequentes, a equipe escolar não se sente segura para prestar socorro. Portanto, é necessário aumentar o número de treinamentos oferecidos aos profissionais da educação.
CHARACTERISTICS OF SOME PRODUCTIVITY INDICATORS OF CROSSED YOUNG CATTLES OBTAINED FROM BULLS OF DIFFERENT GENOTYPES
Authors:   «Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Feed Production» LLP, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Karymsakov T.N. , Kozhemzharov E.E. ,   «Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Feed Production» LLP, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Sailaubek P.Zh. ,   «Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Feed Production» LLP, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Published: October 2024

В статье описывается проявление гетерозиса у потомства первой генерации, полученного от спаривания маточного поголовья малопродуктивного местного крупного рогатого скота с быками-производителями казахской белоголовой, аулиекольской и ангусской пород. Приведена сравнительная характеристика роста и развития помесных бычков, полученных в результате породного преобразования малопродуктивного местного крупного рогатого скота с племенными быками специализированных мясных пород. По результатам исследований установлено, что лучшими показателями живой массы и среднесуточного прироста от рождения до 15 месячного возраста обладали помесные бычки, полученные от быков казахской белоголовой и ангусской пород. Также определено, что если потомство быков ангусской породы в 6-ти месячном возрасте по живой массе достоверно уступало аналогам аулиекольской на 4,1 кг, то уже к 8, 12 и 15 месяцам этот показатель у ангусских животных наоборот был выше чем у аулиекольских сверстников, соответственно, на 9,8, 12,1 и 11,3 кг. Такое различие живой в массе помесного молодняка в разрезе охваченных хозяйств, по нашему мнению, предопределялось, помимо генетического улучшения мясными породами, также особенностями кормления и содержания подопытных животных в период выполнения производственных опытов в условиях различных хозяйств. Проведенные исследования позволяют сформулировать вывод, что для породного преобразования малопродуктивного местного крупного рогатого скота в условиях горной и предгорной зон Алматинской области, можно эффективно использовать в воспроизводстве быков ангусской, казахской белоголовой и аулиекольской специализированных мясных пород.
MONITORING OF FOREST SHELTER BELTS ON AGRICULTURAL LANDS OF KAZGER LLP AND DETERMINING PLACES OF ACCUMULATION OF MELT DRAINAGE WATER
Authors:   Kazakh National Agrarian Research University, Almaty city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Sarsekova D.N. , Perzadayeva A.A. ,   Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University named after S.Seifullin, Astana, Kazakhstan, Sagin J. ,   Kazakh-British Technical University, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Toktasynov Zh. ,   Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University named after S.Seifullin, Astana, Kazakhstan, Satybaldieva G. ,   Kazakh National Academy of Art named after T.Zhurgenov, Almaty city, Republic of Kazakhstan
Published: October 2024

Проведена лесотаксационная оценка полезащитных насаждений на сельхозугодьях ТОО «Казгер» и рекогносцировочное обследование рельефа местности, с комбинированием полевых исследований и ГИС ДЗЗ технологии. Проведены геодезические (топографические) изыскательные работы по определению наименнее низких уровней рельефа местности и выявлены места оптимального скопления дренажных талых вод, с целью дальнейшего их использования для орошения полей. Выявлены 3 потенциальных пруда-накопителя дренажных талых вод. Проведены агрохимические исследования почв до глубины 120 см на содержание нитратного азота, подвижного фосфора, обменного калия, гумуса, рН среды и засоленности почв. Во всех исследованных образцах зафиксировано низкое и очень низкое количество NO3- (0,4-9,4 мг/кг почвы). В верхних слоях почвы (0-20 см) содержание Р2О5 среднее (16,3-24,6 мг/кг), в нижних горизонтах почв наблюдается резкое снижение концентрации Р2О. Агрохимические исследования показали высокое и очень высокое содержание K2O (>400 мг/кг) в верхних почвенных горизонтах. С понижением профиля почвы наблюдается постепенное снижение содержания K2O. Результаты исследований свидетельствуют об очень низком (<2%) и низком (<4%) содержание гумуса в почвах сельхозугодий. Значения рН почвенных образцов колеблются от слабощелочной (pH 8,2) до щелочной (pH 9,6). Установлено, что почвы исследованных участков незасолены
A relação teoria e prática: pressupostos da práxis para a formação continuada de professores da Educação Infantil
Authors: Antônia de Resende Peroza Marilúcia
Published: October 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo discutir alguns pressupostos teóricos que possam embasar a formação continuada de professores da Educação Infantil na perspectiva da práxis. Parte-se da retomada de conceituações referentes à relação teoria e prática no sentido de justificar a compreensão da práxis como um fundamento importante nos processos de formação de docentes. Tem-se como base o estudo bibliográfico, orientado a partir dos estudos de Borges e Richter (2021), Freire (1988), Gatti (2020), Martins (2006, 2009), Vázquez (2007), entre outros. O estudo aponta que os processos de formação continuada de professores da Educação Infantil requerem uma concepção teórico-prática que possibilite aos docentes uma atuação crítica e coletiva, capaz de promover a reflexão e a transformação das ações educativas. Indica, ainda, que as especificidades da primeira etapa da Educação Básica exigem uma formação que ocorra em contexto e que reconheça os educadores em todo o seu potencial criativo, reflexivo e crítico de sua ação educativa.
A psychometric evaluation of the Indonesian version of the collaborative practice assessment tool (CPAT) for assessing interprofessional education and collaborative practice among health practitioners and students
Authors: Ardyansyah Bau D. , Cordier Reinie , Brewer Margo , Parsons Dave
Published: October 2024

Research focus has transitioned from interprofessional collaborative practice among qualified health practitioners to the involvement of pre-qualifying students in practicing interprofessional education. It is essential to establish outcome measures to enhance the seamless integration of interprofessional education and collaborative practice. The aim of this study was to develop a culturally appropriate quality measure for assessing interprofessional education and collaborative practice for health practitioners and students in Indonesia by performing cross-cultural validation of the collaborative practice assessment tool (CPAT). The consensus-based standards for the selection of health measurement instruments (COSMIN) standards of psychometric properties were used to guide the study. The evaluation of the psychometric properties was conducted, involving meticulous structural validity evaluation based on a three-step factorial analysis (exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and multi-group confirmatory factor analysis) and measurement invariance. The parameters analyzed were related to the design requirements of a measure (i.e., targeted population, study sample, and size), the internal structure (structural validity, internal consistency, and measurement invariances), and hypotheses testing for construct validity based on a validated conceptual framework. This study involved 266 practitioners and 232 students. The COSMIN standards for general design requirements were fulfilled. Structural validity confirmed the 7-factor of 48-item structure; measurement invariances indicated configural, metric, and scalar invariants in both practitioner and student cohorts. Construct validity was confirmed by meeting the COSMIN requirement, with over 75% of the tested hypotheses accepted. In conclusion, the findings suggest the newly validated Indonesian CPAT has good psychometric properties concerning internal structure (i.e., structural validity, internal consistency, and measurement invariance) and hypotheses testing, and is therefore a quality measure for assessing interprofessional education and collaborative practice with health practitioners and students in Indonesia.
Analysis of morphology, cytotoxicity, and water content characteristics of freeze-dried amnion membrane from human and bovine
Authors: Suroto Heri , Pratamanugroho Ilham , Prajasari Tabita , Susilowati Helen , Khang Gilson
Published: October 2024

Placenta tissue has biological advantages, including anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fibrotic formation, and immunomodulatory properties. The amnion membrane (AM) is an inner side membrane of the placenta that faces the fetus. The main sources of amnion are humans and animals, with bovine being one of the significant sources. The aim of this study was to analyze the morphology, cytotoxicity, and water content characteristic of freeze‑dried amnion membrane (FD‑AM) from humans and bovines to measure the safety and compatibility of bovine FD-AM as an alternative to human FD-AM. This study is an observational cross-sectional study. Samples were divided into two groups: human FD-AM and bovine FD-AM groups. Both groups were examined for morphology characteristics by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), cytotoxicity by 3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2,5-diphenyl-2-H-tetrazolium bromide (MTT) analysis, and water content by drying through moisture analyzer device. The morphology characteristics of bovine FD-AM and human FD-AM, as observed through SEM, showed similar results of a smooth, flat surface with no cavity and were well dehydrated. MTT assay analysis on both groups demonstrated cytocompatibility with cell viability exceeding 70% in the control group. However, human FD-AM showed a higher number of viable cells (0.19±0.01) compared to bovine FD-AM (0.12±0.03), with a statistically significant difference (p<0.05). The water content analysis revealed that both groups met the standard, with levels below 10%. While bovine FD-AM (7.19±0.45%) had slightly higher water content than human FD-AM (6.79±1.0%), the difference was not significant (p>0.05). Both human FD-AM and bovine FD-AM showed good results in morphology, cytotoxicity, and water content characteristics and compatibility. In conclusion, bovine FD-AM might be considered as an alternative to human FD-AM.
Refleksi Kedudukan MPR Dalam Sistem Pemerintahan Indonesia Pasca Perubahan UUD 1945
Authors: Hapsoro Fakhris Lutfianto , Ismail Ismail , Rofiqi Moh. Hasbi
Published: October 2024

Perubahan Undang-Undang Dasar (UUD) 1945 menimbulkan dampak ketatanegaraan yang sangat mendasar bagi lembaga-lembaga negara di Indonesia, termasuk Majelis Permusyawaratan Rakyat (MPR). Dengan adanya kondisi tersebut, timbul pertanyaan, kedudukan MPR dalam sistem pemerintahan yang dianut dalam UUD 1945 pasca perubahan; dan rekonstruksi kedudukan MPR yang ideal untuk menguatkan check and balances sistem pemerintahan di Indonesia. Artikel ini menjawab dua pertanyaan tersebut dengan metode yuridis normatif. Sehingga menghasilkan tiga kesimpulan, pertama, gagasan PPHN oleh MPR tidak sesuai dengan sistem presidensial dan konsep konvensi ketatanegaraan itu sendiri; Kedua, MPR dapat mengeluarkan Ketetapan MPR tentang Pelantikan Presiden dan/atau Wakil Presiden meskipun berpotensi membuka permasalahan ketatanegaraan lainnya.
Рекреаційна діяльність як складова оздоровлення та відновлення педагога в сучасних реаліях
Authors: Кучинська Лілія
Published: October 2024

У статті визначено потенціал рекреаційної діяльності щодо відновлення та оздоровлення педагогічних працівників у сучасних непростих реаліях та обґрунтовано актуальність систематичної участі у такій діяльності.  Підкреслено нерозривний зв’язок між рекреаційною діяльністю та здоров’ям і суб’єктивним добробутом особистості. Проаналізовано багатовимірну структуру залучення до рекреаційних видів діяльності, що охоплює поведінковий, афективний та когнітивний аспекти. Окреслено низку універсальних бенефіціарних особливостей рекреаційної діяльності, зокрема релаксацію, зниження рівня напруги, підтримку оптимального здоров’я, пробудження відчуттів, наповнення енергією, покращення самооцінки та вдосконалення навичок. У статті також виокремлено компоненти  професійної готовності до застосування рекреаційного потенціалу дозвілля, серед яких мотиваційно-ціннісний, когнітивно-інтелектуальний, діяльнісно-творчий та аналітико-рефлексивний компоненти. Акцентовано особливо на внутрішній мотивації як фундаментальному аргументу для педагогічних працівників брати активну участь у різних заходах рекреаційного спрямування. Представлено фізичні (контроль за фізіологічними показниками, покращення загального стану здоров’я, попередження серцево-судинних захворювань), соціальні (перебування в компанії з іншими, зменшення відчуття самотності, розвиток соціальних навичок), психологічні (відчуття захоплення, радості, захвату, азарту, гострі пригодницькі відчуття, стрес-менеджмент, релаксація та втеча від буденних проблем, правильний баланс між роботою та відпочинком або тайм-менеджмент) та емоційні мотиватори (відчуття щастя та  добробуту, інтелектуальний розвиток, духовні цінності), що спонукають до рекреаційної активності. Визначено поняття «рекреаційного ресурсу», правильне використання якого підвищує ефективність відновлювальних показників дозвіллєвої активності. Зазначено, що рекреаційні заходи за видом активності поділяються на заняття інтелектуального рекреаційного спрямування (відвідування музеїв, бібліотек, театрів, концертних залів, клубів тощо) та фізичного або рухового характеру, що дає змогу зняти фізичну втому та відновити фізичний стан організму (заняття спортом, гімнастикою, танцями, так зване «зелене дозвілля»: піші прогулянки у міських зелених зонах, велопрогулянки, садівництво, фермерство тощо).
Triglyceride Glucose Index in Predicting the Development of Diabetic Kidney disease
Authors: Sonkar Satyendra Kumar , Chaudhary Princy , Kumar Sonkar Gyanendra
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) related to diabetes, known as diabetic kidney disease (DKD), affects 20–40% of adults living with diabetes. Although the exact causes are still being explored, factors like insulin resistance (IR), high blood sugar levels, and genetic predispositions seem to play significant roles. DKD is typically diagnosed by checking protein levels in urine and assessing kidney function, with microalbuminuria serving as an early warning sign. However, this can be influenced by other health issues. IR contributes to the progression of DKD by promoting inflammation and harming kidney cells. Researchers are currently investigating the triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index as a promising marker for IR, which could assist in the early detection and management of DKD.
Aims & objectives: The aim of this study is to explore how the TyG index can predict the development of diabetic kidney disease.
Materials & Methods: This cross-sectional, case-control study took place at a tertiary hospital in northern India and involved 160 patients. They were divided into three groups based on their levels of albuminuria: 79 patients in the normoalbuminuric DKD group (Group I), 37 in the microalbuminuria group (Group II), and 44 in the macroalbuminuria group (Group III).
Results: As albuminuria levels increased, we noticed significant changes in several factors: mean age, blood pressure, serum urea, serum creatinine, uric acid, and HbA1c all rose, while haemoglobin levels decreased. In the macroalbuminuria group, cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, and VLDL levels increased, but HDL levels remained stable. The TyG Index also showed a significant increase across all groups, particularly when comparing those with normoalbuminuric to those with micro- and macroalbuminuria. We found positive correlations between the TyG Index and levels of urea, creatinine, HbA1c, and urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio, while eGFR showed an inverse correlation.
Conclusion: This study emphasizes a strong link between a higher TyG Index and an increased risk of microalbuminuria and declining kidney function. The TyG Index appears to be a reliable marker for insulin resistance, offering potential as an early tool for predicting DKD progression. Regular monitoring of the TyG Index may help detect kidney issues sooner and guide preventive measures

Key words: Dyslipidaemia, Diabetic Nephropathy, Proteinuria, Cardiovascular risk
Association of Heart Rate Variability with degree of Liver Fibrosis in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Patients
Authors: Suri Shalini , Singh Shraddha , Swaraj Rapelly Sushma
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Progression of Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) leads to development of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with increasing grades of fibrosis. NASH fibrosis has also been linked to increased incidence of death due to cardiac causes, usually sudden death. Cardiac autonomic dysfunction is now a known factor for sudden cardiac death. Heart rate variability (HRV) is a standard method of assessing cardiac autonomic function This study was performed to determine the association between HRV parameters and severity of liver fibrosis in NAFLD patients.
Methods: We recruited 82 ultrasonography diagnosed NAFLD patients in this cross-sectional study. They underwent transient elastography with FibroScan machine for evaluating the severity of their liver stiffness measure (LSM). On basis of LSM score these NAFLD patients were divided into 3 groups – NAFLD patients with no fibrosis (n=40), with significant fibrosis (n=23) and those with advanced fibrosis(n=19). All patients also underwent a short term 5-minute HRV assessment. Anthropometric tests and certain biochemical parameters were also performed and analysed in all 3 groups.
Results: In HRV, a significant increase was found in Heart Rate and a significant decrease in RR interval found to be associated with increase in severity of liver fibrosis. The median values of root mean square of successive differences (RMSSD), NN50 and pNN50%, high frequency (HF) and normalized HF, all measures of cardiac parasympathetic activity were decreased (though not significantly) in patients of NAFLD with significant and advanced fibrosis. However, measures of sympathetic activity like Low frequency (LF) and normalized low frequency (LF norm) as well as LF/HF ratio (marker of sympatho-vagal balance) displayed a rise (though not significant) with increase in severity of liver fibrosis. Anthropometric measures of weight, BMI and waist circumference (WC) were significantly increased with increase in severity of liver fibrosis.
Conclusion: We concluded that increased Heart Rate signifying a high sympathetic and low parasympathetic activity was positively associated and RR intervals were negatively associated with increase in severity of liver fibrosis in NAFLD patients. We also concluded that anthropometric measures of weight, BMI and WC were significantly associated with increase in severity of liver fibrosis.

Key words: ANS, Autonomic Nervous System; BMI, Body Mass Index; HRV, Heart Rate Variability; HTN, hypertension; IHD, ischemic heart disease; NAFLD, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease; NASH, Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis; WC, Waist Circumference; ANOVA, Analysis of Variance;
A Literature Review on the Impact of Knee Orthoses in Managing Osteoarthritis: Efficacy and Patient Outcomes
Authors: Swami Pinki , Mehra Shivangi , Saharawat Sakshi
Published: October 2024

Background: A knee orthosis is a specialized orthotic device which designed to provide support, stability, and protection to the knee joint. It is commonly used to manage pain, improve function, or prevent further injury in conditions such as knee osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, or post-surgery recovery. Knee braces for osteoarthritis (OA) are designed to redistribute pressure from the damaged areas of the knee, improve joint alignment, and offer stability. There are various types of knee braces, including unloader braces, which shift weight away from the affected part of the joint, and supportive braces that offer general stabilization. By reducing pressure on the knee, these braces can help alleviate pain and improve mobility, allowing patients to maintain an active lifestyle.
Objective: The main objective of review is to evaluate and synthesize existing research on the efficacy of knee braces in managing osteoarthritis aiming to assess how knee braces impact pain relief, functional mobility, joint stabilization, and patient outcomes, while also examining the biomechanical mechanisms behind their effectiveness.
Study design: Literature review.
Significance: This literature review aims to identified the effectiveness and efficacy of different knee braces and how knee braces reduce pain, improve mobility, and delay the need for surgery in knee osteoarthritis patients.
Method: A literature review was conducted using Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Cochrane library and reference list from the pool of retrieved articles.
Result: After reading through earlier studies on knee orthoses for patients with osteoarthritis, many studies indicate the immediate pain relief and have a significant positive impact on enhancing balance, strength, walking speed, step length, quality of life, and physical function as well as a reduction in joint pain and stiffness. Additionally, it is found that in patients with osteoarthritis, knee orthoses enhance static balance, stability, knee adduction moment, and bone alignment. However, one study compares the knee orthoses with other orthotic devices such as foot orthoses, and concluded that other orthotic device is more successful than knee braces.
Conclusion: After reading through the 17 articles,16 articles, highlight the positive effects of knee orthoses on pain relief immediately, as well as on improving strength, balance, walking speed, step length, quality of life, and physical function in along with reducing joint pain and stiffness. And the remaining 1 article indicates that, in comparison to knee orthoses, foot orthoses are more beneficial in enhancing knee adduction moment, pain, and function parameters in patients with knee OA. Hence, we can conclude after reviewing the literature that knee orthoses can be effectively used as a physical treatment to enhance balance and physical function among patients with knee OA.

Key words: Knee osteoarthritis, knee orthoses, knee brace, unloads, offloading.
Comparison of Von Graefe and Maddox Rod Techniques in Measurement of Lateral Phoria
Authors: Jacqueline E Obioma-Elemba , U. A. Ubani , A. U Akujobi
Published: October 2024

Phoria is a phenomenon in binocular vision and commonly assessed during eye examinations. This study observed the outcomes of lateral phoria testing performed using the two common phoria testing methods (Von Graefe and Maddox rod) and compared to each other in order to determine the influences of the different techniques on the lateral phoria status results with respect to the phoria type detected, phoria magnitude and the testing distance. A sample size of 100 participants aged 16 to 30 years old (21.90+2.60), were randomly selected and their lateral phoria assessed using both the Von Graefe method and the Maddox rod method. The results showed that the two phoria assessment methods, Von Graefe and Maddox rod, are both reliable in the assessment of lateral phoria at far and at near distances, there was no significant difference in the phoria results obtained from the two methods in terms of the type of phoria detected and the test distance. However, in magnitude of lateral phoria detected, Von Graefe results were slightly higher than the results derived from the Maddox rod method. After scatter plot of regression analysis, a positive correlational relationship (p < 0.05) was established between the Von Graefe method and the Maddox rod method of phoria assessment at far and at near as well. The authors conclude that there is a significant difference between Maddox rod method and the Von Graefe method only in magnitude of lateral phoria results, with the Von Graefe phoria results slightly higher than Maddox rod results.

Key words: phoria assessment, lateral phoria, von Graefe, Maddox rod, test distance, Heterophoria
Contemporary and Antiquity Approach for Understanding Leucorrhea (Sayalan Al-Rahim);
A Review
Authors: Nabi Wani Ghulam , Begum Wajeeha , Naaz Afifa
Published: October 2024

Back ground: Leucorrhoea is a common issue among women of childbearing age (15-45 years), characterized by abnormal vaginal discharge that may be white, yellow, red, or black. It can originate from the vagina or cervix and is a chronic condition affecting parts of the genital tract. Determining the underlying cause is crucial for effective management. In Unani System of Medicine, Saylan al-Rahim encompasses various conditions, characterized by the accumulation of excessive waste material (Fuzlaat) in the uterus, weakening its retention power (Zoef-e-quwate-masika).
Materials And Methods: Scientific databases, publications and the information documented in the old unani texts, as well as the modern medicinal aspects of this gynecological problem.
Objective: The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the traditional Unani and modern aspects of this gynecological problem regarding the causes, possible mechanism of the disease process and treatment options in the literature research.
Results: Despite advances in modern medicine, Unani scholars and ongoing research highlight the effectiveness of Unani singular medicines and compound formulations in treating leucorrhea (Saylan al-Rahim). When used under proper treatment guidelines, these traditional remedies have shown successful outcomes, demonstrating the value of integrating Unani principles into contemporary healthcare approaches.
Conclusion: The traditional unani treatment for saylan al-rahim (leucorrhea) is not only an option but a well-documented and clinically proved first line treatment to address this problem, until a specific reason for the use of antibiotics can be detected, to avoid not only the resistance to injudicious use of antibiotics but also to minimize the complications and frequent recurrences.

Key words: Leucorrhea, Saylan Al-Rahim, Vaginal Secretions, Zoef-e-quwate-masika, unani system of medicine
Effect of Mirror Therapy on Motor Function, Balance, Unilateral Neglect and Gait Parameters in Patients with Stroke - A Review
Authors: . Kiran , Mehra Suman , Dabla Surekha
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Stroke is the most common neurological disorder among general population associated with impaired muscle tone, imbalance, in-coordination and unilateral neglect. Physical therapy has got a profound role in treating patients with stroke. Among many treatment approaches, the mirror therapy has been used in treating stroke patients. Mirror therapy (MT) is a simple, low‐cost and evidence-based approach for stroke rehabilitation. MT works on the principle of creating illusion and activating mirror neurons of motor cortex which enhances neuroplasticity.

Key words: Mirror Therapy, Stroke, Gait, Balance, Unilateral neglect, Motor Function
Capítulo 4. Sostenibilidad financiera y datos industriales: el caso de la TV regional, local y comunitaria en Chile
Authors: Sáez Chiara
Published: October 2024

Este capítulo problematiza la situación de subordinación que ocupan las televisiones locales, regionales y comunitarias en los sistemas de medición de audiencias y de auditoría de la inversión publicitaria en Chile, vinculando esta condición con las condiciones de subsistencia económica del sector y el modo en que ello afecta su continuidad en el tiempo.
Capítulo 5. El reto de la sostenibilidad medioambiental de los medios en la era de las tecnologías digitales
Authors: Tucho Fernando , García de Madariaga José María , Vicente Miguel
Published: October 2024

Este capítulo aborda la problemática relación que mantienen los medios de comunicación con la sostenibilidad medioambiental en un ecosistema en el que la esfera digital se ha convertido en el escenario de gran parte de las interacciones sociales cotidianas. La falsa percepción de que la tecnología digital carece de impacto material ha contribuido a presentar las soluciones digitales como un ejemplo de transición ecológica responsable. Siendo cierto que estas transformaciones pueden reducir el impacto de las sociedades industriales clásicas, la promoción de su empleo a escala global, ubicua y constante provoca efectos dañinos para el medio ambiente. Así, este capítulo analiza la digitalización prestando atención a sus efectos en cinco fases diferenciadas: a) el diseño de dispositivos tecnológicos orientados hacia un consumo acelerado y una renovación permanente, b) la extracción de los materiales necesarios para fabricar y mantener el entramado digital que habitamos, c) el proceso de manufactura con sus conflictivas relaciones sociales, económicas y laborales, d) el empleo por parte de individuos y grupos, y e) la gestión de los crecientes desechos tecnológicos. Adicionalmente, se completa un primer abordaje sobre las políticas de responsabilidad social corporativa de las principales corporaciones globales en el sector tecnológico, centrado en las propuestas formuladas en materia de sostenibilidad.
Study of Ionic Migration in Sea Water through Directional Freezing
Authors: Jamil Anwar Jamil Anwar , Amara Dar Amara Dar , Ayesha Mohy ud Din and Mohammad Perwaiz Iqbal Ayesha Mohy ud Din and Mohammad Perwaiz Iqbal
Published: October 2024

The six most abundant ions present in seawater are chloride (Cl−), sodium (Na+), sulfate (SO42-), magnesium (Mg2+), calcium (Ca2+), and potassium (K+). By weight these ions make up almost 99 percent of the salinity of sea water. Removal of these ions or desalination makes the sea water useable. In the present work migration of these common and abundantly found ions in sea water has been studied when the water samples were subjected to directional freezing vertically as well as horizontally. Water samples collected from Arabian Sea were frozen in two partially insulated devices under different modes. The samples were placed in a freezer at different temperature conditions and all the six ions present in sea water were estimated in different fractions of ice extracted from various locations of frozen mass obtained after freezing. The fractions collected from the top of vertical device and from the periphery of the horizontal device were found to be completely decontaminated and free from the ions. Most of the ions were found concentrated at the bottom of the vertical device and in the center of horizontal device. The directional freezing method was found simple, inexpensive and free of chemicals method which can be effectively employed for the desalination of sea water particularly in the regions where cold energy is naturally available
Alkaptonuric Ochronosis: A case-based review
Authors: SALEM K.H. , ELMOGHAZY A.D.
Published: October 2024

Alkaptonuria (AKU) is an extremely rare autosomal recessive metabolic disorder caused by deficiency of homogentisic acid oxidase and resulting in accumulation of homogentisic acid in collagenous structures. It is characterized by a triad of homogentisic aciduria, bluish-black discoloration of connective tissues (ochronosis) and arthropathy of large weight bearing joints. We report on a middle-aged female patient with bilateral severe ochronotic arthritis of both hips and shoulder joints requiring total joint replacements as staged procedures which were done without complications offering a complete pain relief and a satisfactory clinical and functional outcome. Ochronosis can cause severe arthropathy of peripheral joints. Multiple joint affection is common. Total joint replacement can yield persistent pain relief with complete functional recovery in patients with severe ochronotic arthropathy.
Gracilis muscle flap for reconstruction of extensive soft tissue damage to the palm
Authors: GÉRIN M , BOGAERT S , CHAHIDI N
Published: October 2024

Objective: The reconstruction of a large palmar soft tissue defect is a challenge to restore both aesthetics and functionality. Reconstruction with fascio-cutaneous and fascial flaps are the most widely used in the literature, few cases are reported using muscular free flap. We report our experience with the use of the free gracilis muscle flap for palmar soft tissue reconstruction in patients with complex hand traumas.

Methods: We review nine cases of complex soft tissue reconstruction to the palm of the hand using the free gracilis muscle flap performed over a period of 20 years. Eight cases involved acute trauma with damage to underlying structures, necessitating multiple surgical procedures.

Results: With an average follow-up of 36 months, the free gracilis muscle flap reconstruction enabled patients to achieve good grip, with skin quality resistant to chronic mechanical stress. All patients recovered a protective sensation to deep pressure. The hand’s aesthetic appearance was restored in all cases. Flap harvesting altered neither the function nor silhouette of the donor site.

Conclusion: The optimal palmar reconstruction technique depends on patient characteristics, associated trauma, and defect size. In our opinion, the gracilis muscle flap technique is both straightforward and effective in restoring mechanical function of the hand, particularly when a large area of the palm has been impacted.
DATABASES FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF GENETIC DIVERSITY FOR SPRING BARLEY GORDEINS IN BREEDING AND SEED PRODUCTION IN THE KRASNOYARSK RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Authors: Shevcova L. , Kozulina N.
Published: October 2024

The use of relational databases MS Access, cloud-based AirTable in the breeding process showed the possibility of assessing the genetic diversity of spring barley varieties by hordeincoding loci. It is shown that using filters and queries in the database is convenient to group varieties according to hordein formulas, analyze the level of intervarietal polymorphism and internal heterogeneity in different groups of Eastern Siberian spring barley variety samples, and distinguish varieties by the frequency of occurrence of specific hordein formulas. The possibilities of integrating different databases, setting up shared access to specific research results, and importing data into spreadsheets of various formats are discussed. The results of the search for ways to transfer the database from MS Access to the PostGreSQL application recommended by the Ministry of Digital Development, Telecommunications and Mass Media of the Russian Federation are presented.
PROBLEMS OF OAT BREEDING FOR FOOD PURPOSES
Authors: Sumina A. , Polonskiy V.
Published: October 2024

The aim of the study was to study the adaptability of oats under the conditions of Yenisei Siberia by the total content of antioxidants (TCA) and to identify the relationship of one with the mass of 1000 grains. Five samples of spring oats grown in three different ecological sites located in the forest-steppe zone of the Krasnoyarsk Territory, the Republic of Khakassia and Tuva were studied. To assess the adaptability of oat samples, a ranking method based on the level of these indicators was used. It was found that the variability of the TSA value in the grain of the samples was determined to the greatest extent (60.56%) by the genotype. The Argument variety was distinguished by the smallest amount of plasticity and the highest stability value in terms of the content of antioxidants in grain among the hasky samples of oats.
THE USE OF HERBICIDES IN TANK MIXTURES IN THE FIGHT AGAINST THE WEED COMPONENT OF AGROCENOSIS
Authors: Bobrovskiy A. , Mihaylec M.
Published: October 2024

This paper presents the results of a study to determine the effectiveness of the use of tank mixtures of herbicides in the experimental field of the station of the Minino of laboratory of varietal agrotechnologies of Krasnoyarsk Research Institute of Agriculture. During the research, it was found that in the area without herbicide treatment, the amount of weed component increased by 40% (p= 0.006), while in experimental plots with spraying on vegetating wheat plants, their number decreased by 89-98% (p=0.005-0.038). Due to the fact that the studied drugs had a different mechanism of action, on the plots under study, the effect of protection for oatgrass, and sow thistle with tank mixtures Ballerina Forte, SE + Eraser Top, FE, was slightly lower than with the use of tank mixture of drugs Ovsyugen Express, CE + Lornet, VR.
DIFFERENCE OF DIELECTRIC AND IMPEDANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF WHEAT GRAINS MOISTENED WITH KCl AND NaCl SOLUTIONS
Authors: Chzhan A. , Drokin N. , Nichkova N. , Moroz Zh.
Published: October 2024

The article describes the results of the research of the electrical properties of whole wheat grains saturated with 9% NaCl and KCl solutions in the frequency range from units of Hz to 100 MHz. Differences in the frequency dependences of the dielectric permittivity, the tangent of dielectric losses, as well as the electrical impedance of wheat grains in the presence of potassium and sodium ions are shown.
AGROECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF PROMISING VARIETIES OF GRAIN CROPS OF SIBERIAN BREEDING IN THE CONDITIONS OF MONGOLIA
Authors: Kozulina N. , Litvinova V. , Fomina L. , Shmeleva Zh.
Published: October 2024

The article discusses the prospects of cultivating varieties of Siberian breeding in Mongolia. An agroecological assessment of promising varieties of grain crops of Siberian breeding in comparison with local varieties in the soil and climatic conditions of Mongolia is given. According to the results of the research wheat variety Novosibirskay 31 was distinguished, which formed the maximum yield and showed high baking qualities.
VALUE OF REPRODUCTION COEFFICIENT IN PRODUCTION OF SEEDS OF SPRING BARLEY VARIETIES
Authors: Surina E. , Butkovskaya L.
Published: October 2024

In seed production, reduced seeding rates are often used for accelerated propagation of varieties, since the number of seeds may be limited. To assess the effectiveness of such a technique, the seed multiplication coefficient is calculated (the ratio of the mass of collected seeds to the mass of sown seeds). In our experiment, this indicator was higher (34.6) with a reduced seeding rate of barley - 3.5 million grain crops per ha.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PRODUCTIVE QUALITIES OF COWS UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF LLC "EPF SOLYANSKOYE" OF THE KRASNOYARSK TERRITORY
Authors: Zaznobina T. , Efimova L.
Published: October 2024

The aim of the research was a comparative analysis of the productive qualities of cows under the conditions of LLC "EPF Solyanskoe" of the Krasnoyarsk Territory. To conduct the research, a database was formed using the Selex program, which processing resulted in 276 cows selection at the age of third lactation and older and distributed first into two, further into four groups depending on breed (Black-Mottley, Red-Mottley) and linear affiliation (Vis Bek Ideal, Reflection Sovering). As a result, it was found that under the conditions of this agricultural enterprise, cows of the black-mottled breed of the Reflection Sovering line and cows of the red-mottled breed of the Vis Bek Ideal line were characterized by higher milk yields, as well as better reproductive ability compared to animals of another line of the same breed.
INFLUENCE OF NUTRIENT MEDIUM CONTENT ON MICROTUBER FORMATION OF ZONED POTATO VARIETIES IN VITRO
Authors: Pomytkin N. , Lugovcova S. , Stupko V.
Published: October 2024

The dynamics of microtuber formation in six zoned potato varieties was studied on various media. The main component of the media that influences microtuber formation is sucrose (80 g/l). The addition of phytohormones to the medium did not have a significant effect on microtuber formation, with the exception of the Red Scarlett variety.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PROSPECTS OF CULTIVATION OF MINUSINSK VARIETIES OF FRUIT AND BERRY CROPS IN THE WESTERN PART OF MONGOLIA
Authors: Gar'dhuu Zhamc , Smykova T. , Surin N.
Published: October 2024

For 20 years, the Minusinsk branch of the Federal Research Center KSC SB RAS has been collaborating with the Uvsu-Nur branch of the Research Institute of Plant Growing and Agriculture of the Mongolian Academy of Agricultural Sciences within the framework of the national Green Eco-Route program. As a result, 17 varieties of Minusinsk selection were introduced in the Uvsu-Nur aimak of Mongolia: black currants - 7 varieties, red-red currants - 2, sea buckthorn - 2, honeysuckle - 3, apple trees - 3 varieties. Over the entire period, about 200 thousand seedlings were exported. A lot of work has been done to organize a nursery and obtain planting material in the Ulaangoma nursery, the volume of which amounted to 30 thousand seedlings per year. For their contribution to the development of horticulture in the Uvsu-Nur aimak of Mongolia, the team of the Minusinsk Department of Fruit and Berry Crops of the Krasnoyarsk Research Institute of Agriculture and “Minusinskoe” experimental production farm were awarded Certificates of Honor from the governor and the Presidium of the Khural of representatives of the representatives of the Uvsu-Nur aimak of Mongolia.
ADAPTABILITY PARAMETERS OF THE CONTENT AND QUALITY OF GLUTEN OF SPRING WHEAT
Authors: Sidorov A. , Gerasimova N. , Semiradskaya M.
Published: October 2024

The results of the study of 8 varieties of spring soft wheat in 2016-2022 on the experimental field of the Krasnoyarsk Research Institute of Agriculture are presented. The purpose of the research is to determine the adaptive potential of varieties admitted for production in terms of the quantity and quality of gluten. According to the average content of gluten, varieties Novosibirskaya 15 (38.1%), Kanskaya (37.3%), Krasnoyarskaya 12 (36.2%) were distinguished. In terms of the sum of ranks of adaptability indicators, including average yield, variation, plasticity, stability, stress resistance, homeostasis, the best varieties were Krasnoyarskaya 12 and Novosibirskaya 15. In terms of gluten quality (IDK indicator 1), varieties Uyarochka, Kanskaya, Altaiskaya 70 stood out. In terms of the sum of ranks of adaptability indicators, the best were Novosibirskaya 15 and Kuraginskaya 2.
NEW LENTIL VARIETY SIBIRSKAYA
Authors: Asanov A. , Omel'yanyuk L. , Saurbaev A.
Published: October 2024

The studies were carried out in the laboratory for the selection of leguminous crops of the Omsk Agrarian Research Center in the zone of the southern forest-steppe of Western Siberia in 2015-2022. The article provides information about a new variety of plate lentils Sibirskaya, which is submitted in 2023 for the State variety testing. The variety of the grain direction was obtained in the Omsk Agrarian Research Center (Russian Federation, Omsk) by individual selection from a hybrid combination (Invisible x Niva 95). The new variety has an advantage over the Niva 95 standard in terms of seed yield and size; relatively resistant to lodging due to the optimal length of stem, which allows one to switch to harvesting lentils by direct combining and significantly reduce the cost of cultivation of this crop.
BREEDING OF GRAIN-FORAGE CROPS IN THE NORTHERN TRANS-URALS
Authors: Fomina M. , Ivanova Yu. , Bragin N. , Bragina M.
Published: October 2024

The article presents the history of development of agriculture in the Tyumen region. The main achievements of Russian scientists, agronomists and breeders, who laid the foundation and created the basis for the work of successors, are described. As a result of many years of comprehensive study of crops, promising methods for creating new varieties of spring oats and barley in the Northern Trans-Urals have been developed. Over the past period of time, 15 varieties of oats and 9 varieties of barley have been created and transferred to the state variety testing. Currently, the state register of breeding achievements includes 7 varieties of oats (Megion, Talisman, Otrada, Thomas, Tobolyak, Raduzhny, Tyumensky golozerny) and 4 varieties of barley (Abalak, Zenith, Kudesnik, Divny).
Using Hamilton-Jacobi PDEs for Optimization
Authors: Fung Samy Wu
Published: October 2024

Recent advances in data-driven modeling approaches have proven highly successful in a wide range of fields in science and engineering. In this talk, I will briefly discuss several ubiquitous challenges with the conventional model development / discretization / parameter inference / model revision loop that our methodology attempts to address. I will present our weak form methodology which has proven to have surprising performance properties. In particular, I will describe our equation learning (WSINDy) and parameter estimation (WENDy) algorithms. Lastly, I will discuss applications to several benchmark problems illustrating how our approach addresses several of the above issues and offers advantages in terms of computational efficiency, noise robustness, and modest data needs (in an online learning context).