bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
French and Chinese Third Language Learners’ Communication Apprehension in a Nigerian University: Influence of Prior Knowledge and Their Demographic Profiles
Authors: Akuneme Chioma Christiana , Nwosu Kingsley Chinaza
Published: September 2021

Our study examined the influence of third language learners’ prior knowledge and socio-demographic variables on their communication apprehension. Two hundred and twenty-six third language learners (French n=136 and Chinese n= 90) participated in the study. Data obtained were subjected to point-biserial, multiple regression and t-test statistics. We found that participants’ prior knowledge of their target languages has significant main effects on their communication apprehension. Significant mean differences occurred in the level of communication apprehension as a result of participants’ gender, language of specialization and level of parental education. Regression analysis showed that the joint contribution of prior knowledge, parental level of education, language of specialization and gender on third language learners’ communication apprehension was significant; contributing 13.4% to explain the variances in response. Language of specialization and prior knowledge made significant individual contributions to students’ communication apprehension with language of specialization being the most individual contributor to the variances in students’ responses. Our study has implications for curriculum planners given that if third language curricula are designed to link what is learnt in the university to what is learnt at the primary and secondary schools, learners will find the target language familiar, which may help them overcome the feelings of communication apprehension.
 
Received: 4 May 2021 / Accepted: 12 July 2021 / Published: 5 September 2021
Digital Evidence and Prohibitions of Evidence Evaluation
Authors: Eren Muhammet Ali , Morina Mensur , Papajorgji Endri
Published: September 2021

Since the first moment of the history of humanity, various means of evidence and evidence have been used to reach and detect the offender. As crime types and means of crime have changed and evolved, evidence detection and analysis methods have changed over time. At this point, with the rapid advancement of technology, the emergence of various and new types of crime that can affect many people at the same time in the global world is inevitable. Wherever you are in the world, it is now possible to commit crimes in one way or another that affect one or more people on the other side of the world through the Internet and digital systems. This, in turn, has led states to safeguard their cyber security. For this reason, firstly, it has made a legal regulation to protect its own citizens in domestic law and then it has been forced to cooperate internationally. The way in which classic crime types are committed and the method of evidence is different from the crimes committed through digital systems. The main purpose of the methods of obtaining and proving evidence is to reveal the material truth for a past event. There are also legal requirements, technical methods and scientifically accepted methodologies that must be followed when uncovering material truth. Because digital evidence is both different and more open to manipulation than other classical proofs, it is a matter of adherence to laws and technical rules when obtaining evidence. In order to obtain digital evidence in the Code of Criminal Procedure No. 5271; It has been arranged as a search, copy and seizure protection measure in computers, computer programs and files. Although the heading of the respective substance is initially considered only as a protection measure for computers, it will find application for all devices and systems containing digital data, as detailed below.
 
Received: 5 June 2021 / Accepted: 15 July 2021 / Published: 5 September 2021
Pedagogical and Psychological Settings for Training of Student Lawyers in Framed Professional Communication
Authors: Dyshkant Olena V. , Dichek Natalia P. , Beschastnyy Viktor M. , Savishchenko Viktoriia M. , Hurskyi Viktor Y.
Published: September 2021

The purpose of the study was to identify how the training of student lawyers in message framing influences their professional written and verbal communication proficiency. The study used qualitative research methods such as observations and focus groups to yield the data for the analysis. The focus group was used to obtain feedback from the sampled students concerning the training in framing messages. The study found that a specifically structured instructional model that relied on a ‘bolt-on’ module in message framing delivered throughout the entire elective course in Legal Rhetoric positively influenced students’ professional written and verbal communication proficiency. The data drawn from observations showed that students' abilities to use functional language and language rules increased throughout the training. When rating the activities for training in framing messages that are useful for lawyers, the observers mentioned five framing message activities seen as the most effective. Those were as follows: gain and loss, storytelling, WASP, call-to-action, ethos, and pathos. Gain and loss, ethos and pathos, and storytelling were rated by the observers higher than WASP and call-to-action. These were considered by the observers to be the most appropriate for the lawyer job context. Data relating to students’ general impressions of training in framing messages showed that they found this training interesting and engaging, practically useful for their jobs.
 
Received: 14 April 2021 / Accepted: 5 July 2021 / Published: 5 September 2021
Influence of Age and School Type on Reform Practices Performed by School Heads
Authors: Bedi Innocent Kwame , Kukemelk Hasso
Published: September 2021

The purpose of this study is to examine the level of implementing reform practices and their resulting stress and to explore the influence of age, gender, school type and tracking type on performing reform practices and the perceived stress in implementing reforms among school leaders. A quantitative research design was used with respondents sampled from among senior high school heads. The data were analysed using multinomial logistic regression to examine the influence of demographic (age and gender) and school variables (school type and tracking type) on implementing reform and its perceived stressfulness. The findings showed that on implementing reforms and its inherent stressfulness, a majority of school heads ‘always’ perform reform duties and a greater proportion reported high-stress levels in implementing reforms from 'somewhat causes’ stress to ‘causes great’ stress. Regarding demographic and school variables, age was a significant negative predictor of implementing reforms, indicating that younger heads were more likely to perform reform functions than older heads while school type significantly influences stress level in implementing reforms, implying that heads in boarding schools were more likely to experience higher stress levels in implementing reforms than heads in day schools. The authors recommended continuous in-service training for school heads, the practice of distributive leadership style and provision of infrastructure to phase out the double-track (shift system) in some schools.
 
Received: 4 June 2020 / Accepted: 20 August 2021 / Published: 5 September 2021
Sustainable Healthcare: Exploring Renewable Energy Integration and Technological Innovations in Sustainable Healthcare Aligned with Islamic Principles and UAE Initiatives
Authors:   Areebah Fatimah, Sebihi Ahmed
Published: September 2021

Abstract In this day and age, Earth’s fragile beauty stands at its most venerable peak of extinction, driven by the unquenchable greed for economic prosperity with boundless demands for industrial growth. As a result, the topic of sustainability lies in the common interest of every industry, which is to optimize their resources to generate minimal waste and to invest in effi cient technologies. The primary objective of this article is to investigate the current percepts of sustainability within the healthcare industry concerning innovations in eco-friendly energy while simultaneously focusing on the emerging technological innovations highlighting the sustainable aspect of the healthcare sector while incorporating the Islamic viewpoint of sustainability and initiatives taken in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This paper provides a comprehensive overview of each of these factors.
Factors Related to the Incidence of Hypertension
Authors: Putri Reny Marischa , Setiaji Bambang , Masra Ferizal , Budiati Endang
Published: September 2021

Hypertension is dubbed the silent killer because this disease has no specific symptoms, hypertension can attack anyone, and at any time, and can cause degenerative diseases, to death. According to several studies, people with hypertension are 12 times more likely to have a stroke and 6 times more likely to have a heart attack. Hypertension is usually not realized by the public because the symptoms are not clear and resemble health complaints in general. Patients only find out that they have hypertension after checking their blood pressure, or after the onset of other diseases. Type of research is quantitative, analytical survey research design with Cross Sectional approach. The research population of all residents aged over 45 years who live in Bandar Lampung City based on data from the population and civil registration office of Bandar Lampung city in 2020 as many as 424,183 people, with the Proportional Random Sampling technique as many as 216 people. In this study, researchers used interview techniques using questionnaires. Data analysis used Chi Square statistical test and Logistics Regression. The research was carried out on March 2021. Research result there was a correlation between caffeinee (p-value = 0.022, and OR = 1.951), smoking habits (p-value = 0.017, and OR = 2.006) obesity (p-value = 0.000, and OR = 3.580), physical activity (exercise) (p-value = 0.012, and OR = 2.078) with the incidence of hypertension in Bandar Lampung City in 2021. Obesity variable is the dominant factor that is most related to the incidence of hypertension in Bandar Lampung City in 2021 (p-value = 0.000, and OR = 32,891). This can be done by holding regular counseling at the Posyandu for the elderly and holding regular exercise programs at the Public Health Center, namely doing morning exercises with the community every Friday. Furthermore, leaflets can be distributed about hypertension when exercising at the Public Health Center, as well as posting posters about the importance of maintaining a healthy diet, maintaining an ideal body weight and exercising regularly in places that are easily accessible by the community, such as at the market, at the village hall. or at the community meeting hall.
CULTURAL SPACE IN THE CONTEXT OF RUSSIA BOUNDARIES XX-XXI CENTURIES
Authors:   National Research Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov, Iskra A.A.
Published: September 2021

Subject of the article: Cultural space in the context of Russia. Object of the article: the turn of the XX-XXI centuries, the impact of the transformations of society on the cultural space. The goal of the project: to update the information on changes in the cultural space for the scientific and educational world: transformation of the structure of social memory, due to the decrease in the role of the older generation, replacement of the role of everyday experience with narrative knowledge; the growing role of state power in all segments of social relations, as well as the influence of economic factors, the phenomena of poverty and wealth, creative industries in others. Methodology of work: the cultural space in Russia is peculiar and unique. This context of its study is possible with the help of a cultural approach, as well as the method of discourse analysis. Results of the work: the space of culture is not a physical, but a spiritual space of dominant meanings - knowledge, values and ideals, norms and rules of life, fixed at three levels: social, spiritual and technological. Scope of the results: rethinking the phenomena in the cultural space of Russia today is an important step in the development of not only the theory of culture, but also a new multilevel path in the study of today's realities in the information network community, comprehending innovative phenomena in culture, which made it possible to clarify / detail the general patterns of development cultural space in Russia. Conclusion: the scientific novelty of the article consists in a comprehensive analysis of materials associated with the increasing dynamics of changes in the perception of the cultural space of Russia at the turn of the XX-XXI centuries. The inclusion of these materials in scientific circulation contributes to the enrichment of scientific thought. The conclusions presented in the scientific review are reasoned and logical.
Comprendiendo el malestar social de Chile desde la sociología del individuo
Authors: Cembrano Jose
Published: September 2021

Han habido muchas lecturas asociadas al estallido social en Chile de 2019, la mayoría de ellas vinculadas a desigualdades e injusticias sociales. Proponemos aquí una lectura desde la sociología del individuo, comenzando por un debate dentro de la sociología, definiendo qué es la sociología del individuo, los aportes teóricos que tiene  y, finalmente, explicamos tres argumentos para poder entender las causas del malestar social: a) un proceso de desinstitucionalización, b) un proceso de individualismo agéntico y c) el valor social y de (in) justicia social basado en el mérito.
Language tool: analysis of projects to support Russian in Russia and in the world
Authors: Брунова Н.В. , Коротышев А.В. , Омельченко Е.А. , Шевцова А.А. , Орлова А.Ю.
Published: September 2021

Исследование «Инструмент языка: анализ проектов, направленных на поддержку русского языка в России, странах ближнего и дальнего зарубежья» было инициировано Международной ассоциацией преподавателей русского языка и литературы (МАПРЯЛ) в рамках проекта с Министерством просвещения Российской Федерации и направлено на анализ ситуации, сложившейся в сфере поддержки русского языка за рубежом и русистики в регионах России в разрезе субъективного мнения респондентов, профессионально работающих в данной сфере. По итогам омплексного исследования были выработаны подходы к выявлению конкретных лакун в области поддержки и популяризации русского языка, методики его преподавания в различных аспектах (родной, неродной, иностранный), агрегированы и систематизированы социолингвистические данные о функционировании органов государственной власти, общественных и образовательных организаций, иных участников образовательного процесса в контексте реализации языковой политики. Данные группируются по странам мира и субъектам Российской Федерации. Представляем вниманию читателей результаты исследования.

The research «Language tool: analysis of projects to support Russian in Russia and in the countries of the world» was initiated by the International Association of Teachers of the Russian Language and Literature (MAPRYAL) in the framework of a joint project with the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation. It is aimed at analyzing the situation in supporting the Russian language abroad and Russian studies in Russian regions in the context of the subjective opinion of respondents, working professionally in this field. Based on the results of the comprehensive study, approaches were developed to identify specific gaps in support and popularization of the Russian language and methods of teaching Russian (as native, non-native, or foreign one). Social and linguistic data on the functioning of state authorities, public and educational organizations, and other participants in the educational process in the context of language policy implementation were aggregated and systematized.
The data are grouped according to the countries and the Russian Federation regions.
Here, we provide the readers with the results of the study.
Naina Velichko: «A picturesque stroke is like a successfully found rhyme»
Authors: Величко Н.К. , Орлова А.Ю.
Published: September 2021

Представляем интервью с Наиной Величко, художником, дизайнером, педа гогом, автором исследований по русской декоративной росписи, популяризатором русского народного искусства. Наина Величко – обладатель медали и диплома Союза дизайнеров России, участник международных фестивалей и выставок. Работала в Австралии и Новой Зеландии, Голландии, Китае, Болгарии, Франции.
Наина Величко родилась в Баку в армянской семье. Окончила Минский институт культуры. Живет в Москве с 1983 года. Автор книг «Русская роспись», «Мезенская роспись», «Роспись в стиле Лубок» и др. Помимо профессиональных достижений, Наина Величко невероятно интересная, открытая и свободная личность, человек мира и красоты.

We present an interview with Naina Velichko, an artist, designer, teacher, author of studies on Russian decorative painting, and popularizer of Russian folk art. Naina Velichko is a holder of a medal and diploma from the Russian Union of Designers and is a participant of some international festivals and exhibitions. She worked in Australia and New Zealand, Holland, China, Bulgaria and France.
Naina Velichko was born in Baku to an Armenian family. Graduated from the Minsk Institute of Culture. Has been living in Moscow since 1983. The author of the books «Russian paintings», «Mezen painting», «Paintings in the style of Lubok» and others. In addition to her professional achievements, Naina Velichko is an incredibly interesting, open and free person, a person of peace and beauty.
Boundaries of Past and Present in modern Karachai culture
Authors: Имамеев Э.Р. , Брунс Л.С.
Published: September 2021

На территории Северного Кавказа проживает карачаевский народ, древние обычаи которого сохранились до наших дней. Исламизация и развитие туризма внесли весомый вклад в формирование современной культуры карачаевцев. Авторы пытаются проследить влияние современных реалий на традиционую культуру карачаевцев, рассказывают о результатах опроса о бытовани в Крачаево-Черкесской Республике карачаевского языка и степени владения им населения.

The Karachai people live on the territory of the North Caucasus, their ancient customs survived to this day. In 2010, the number of Karachais in Russia was 218.4 thousand people, where 194 thousand in the Karachay-Cherkessia Republic, that is 41% of the republic’s population. Islamization and the development of tourism have greatly contributed to the formation of modern Karachai culture that is the result of combining ancient heritage with the values of the modern world.
Review on Current Trends in Hypertension
Authors: Aarti Thakur  , Ruchi Kumari  , Sakshi Tomar
Published: September 2021

Hypertension is one of the serious medical condition that has risk factor for developing cardiovasculardiseases. Around 33% of individuals having hypertension are undiagnosed and those who are diagnosed arenot taking proper treatment. One of the significant reason for hypertension is premature death. In this review,we focused on modern directions of hypertension management with an attention on screening, diagnosis anddrug selection. In urban areas of India hypertension incidence is estimated upto 20 to 40% and in rural areait is upto 12 to 17%. Hypertension shows no symptoms and during routine check-ups we can diagnose it.For management of hypertension the guidelines were developed by ministry of health. Various threats wereidentified regarding management of hypertension.
A Multilevel Empowerment Approach to Prevent Relapse and Improve Quality of Life of People with Mental Disorders
Authors: Agustin Widyowati  , Bhisma Murti  , Aris Sudiyanto  , Suminah
Published: September 2021

The global health problem that increases significantly every year is psychiatric disorders. Decrease in thequality of life of people with mental disorders, error in the recurrence rate suffered. This study aims to seethe effectiveness of holistic family-centered mental health care in preventing recurrence and improving thequality of life of people with mental disorders in Kediri Regency, East Java Province. The research designused RCT (Randomized Control Trial). The population in the study was people with mental disorders. Theresearch sample consisted of 38 groups of respondents and 38 control groups with the multistage randomsampling technique. Dependent variables were disease recurrence and quality of life for people with mentaldisorders. Va¬riabel independent is a family-centered holistic mental health care. The instrument uses aquestionnaire that has been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis used an independent t-test usingSTATA 13. The t-test results showed that the increase in the average increase in the treatment group afterbeing given the intervention “family-centered holistic mental health care” while the control group did notchange significantly. Holistic, family-centered mental health care with a multilevel approach in this study iseffective in preventing relapses and improving the lives of people with mental disorders. It is hoped that itcan be used to help improve the quality of life for a wider range of people with mental disorders
A Review on COVID-19 and Current Repurposing Treatment Strategy
Authors: Ahalya S P  , Priyadharshini A  , Dhivya D  , Nila G
Published: September 2021

A recent outbreak was caused by SARS-CoV-2 was named Coronavirus disease- COVID-19. The first casewas detected in China. It continued to spread globally and later was declared as a pandemic by WHO.Pneumonia like symptoms was observed which later led to respiratory illness, renal impairment, and death.Closed contact, respiratory droplets through cough, and sneeze are the mode transmission. Symptomsgenerally occur 2-14 days after infection. PCR is performed using various samples collected from infectedpatients and is the standard method of diagnosis. Chest X-ray, CT, and the symptoms observed generallyshow the extent of progress of the disease. Although there is no effective cure, currently symptomatictreatment and supportive care are available to reduce pneumonia-like symptoms and to decrease the severityof the condition. Preventive measures proposed by the WHO is to maintain proper personal hygiene, socialdistancing, and the use of the mask.
The Criminal Liability of the Forensic Doctor as a Judicial Expert According to Jordanian Law
Authors: Ahmad Mohammad El-refaie  , Ahmad Hussein Alsharqawi
Published: September 2021

The judicial expert forensic doctor in Jordan, with his knowledge and experience he has possess, to provideassistance and to the judge on a specific point, which helps him in resolving the dispute before him,especially since the latter is difficult to get acquainted with the various types of medical sciences, and it isnot permissible for him to makes a judgment and judge his personal work On the other hand.The forensic doctor expert is not immune or far from criminal prosecution if he receives a bribe, commitsfraud, betrayed trust, or took a false oath, discloses a secret or submits a false report, and this criminalresponsibility finds a legal basis for it in Jordanian law
The Technical Value of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Ultrasonography in Identifying Characterization of Ovarian Cysts
Authors: Ali Hani Karim  , Mahmood Radhi Jobayr  , Lamyaa F.A. Al-Barram
Published: September 2021

An accurate diagnosis of ovarian cysts is of utmost importance to determine the timely treatment to preservefertility.We sought to determine the effectiveness of ultrasonography and MRI modalities for diagnosing themost common ovarian lesions and differentiate between benign and malignant lesions in order to guidepatients to appropriate treatment. This study was conducted on 94 women, the age group between 14-70years, in the period of January 2020 to October 2021. Were all women suffering from abdominal pain,swelling, nausea or vomiting and bleeding and irregular menstrual cycle. Was suspected clinically in thepresence of lesions in the ovary was confirmed by tests of ultrasound and magnetic resonance. The entirecases were subjected to transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasound and magnetic resonance imagingto assess ovarian lesions in terms of content (somatic, cystic solid), nodules, septal characteristics, wallthickness, vascular lesion and ascites.In USG, there were 16% cases of malignant ovarian lesion and 84%cases had benign lesions. MRI reports showed that 10.6% cases had malignant ovarian lesions and 89.4%cases had benign lesions. Findings of USG with HPE have 100.0% sensitivity, 89.1% specificity and 91.07%diagnostic accuracy. In MRI findings with HPE have 100.0% sensitivity, 100% specificity, and 100.0%diagnostic accuracy. MRI had high specificity and more accuracy value in terms of diagnostic performancethan USG. The ultrasonography diagnostic value in case of characterization of adnexal mass lesion wassignificantly lower than in the MRI.
Evaluating the Effect of Air Abrasive Polishing on Friction and Surface Micromorphology of Ceramic Brackets Using Different Wires
Authors: Ahmed R. Mohammed Hassan  , Shahbaa A. Mohammed
Published: September 2021

Objectives: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the Resistance to Sliding (RS) provided by ceramic(Perfect clear) sapphire ceramic brackets using round 2 types of orthodontic wires (Fiber-Reinforced PolymerComposite (FRPC) and Epoxy fully coated Stainless-Steel), before and after the use of sodium bicarbonateairborne particle abrasion, in an experimental model with 3 non levelled brackets and to evaluate the surfacemicromorphology of these brackets by means of scanning electron microscopy.Materials and Methods: 0ne commercial brands of ceramic brackets were evaluated. The fourty specimenswere divided into two groups (n = 20) according to the two type of arch wires and each group was dividedinto four subgroup of five specimens according to the application or not of sodium bicarbonate airborneparticle abrasion for (5, 10 and 20) seconds. A device adapted to a universal testing machine was used tosimulate the movement of retraction in sliding mechanics, measuring the traction force needed to slide 10mm of the wire over the test specimen brackets. The test speed was 5 mm/min. The data were analyzed bytwo-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Tukey test.Conclusions: It may be concluded that it is not recommended to apply airborne particle abrasion on the slotsof ceramic.
Study the Synergistic Effect of AgNPs with Antibiotics on Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates Which Diagnosed by Molecular Methods
Authors: Sura Saadoun Khalaf  , Hanaa Abdellatif Yassin
Published: September 2021

The current study was conducted to study the synergistic effect of AgNPs with anti-biotics on Klebsiellapneumonia isolates, where 50 samples were collected from different pathological conditions (wounds - burns- urine - ear - and excretion) on the Maconkey Agar . To the Klebsiella , it was diagnosed microscopicallyand biochemically and was also diagnosed by the Vitek2 device, whose results were identical with thebiochemical diagnosis, and the isolates were also subjected to molecular diagnosis for confirmation byusing the PCR technique based on the diagnostic gene 16SrRNA, which is characterized by being good,stable and low heterogeneity for a long time in the bacterial type Ten types of antibiotics were selectedand immersed in silver nanoparticles At a concentration of 20Mm, a test was conducted for the synergybetween the silver nanoparticles AgNPs and the antagonists towards 12 isolates of Klebsiella bacteria, asthey were applied to Muller-Hunton medium and after they dried up, the anti-saturated tablets were fixedwith a silver particle solution, and after the expiration of the incubation period, the diameter of the inhibitionarea around the tablets was measured in mm According to the standard results, the results of the statisticalanalysis showed that the interaction of silver nanoparticles with the antibiotics had a significant effect onincreasing the sensitivity of the isolates towards the synergistic antagonists, as the general rate of inhibitiondiameters of the antagonists (Impenem, Gentamicin, Amikacin Ciprofloxacillin) was (32.59, 21.6, 18.98,36.18), respectively. , This activity is due to the ability of the nanoparticles to bind to the surface of thebacterial cell The binding causes structural damage and changes such as permeability, which facilitates theentry of the antagonist into the cell and thus its death. As for the synergies with the antagonists Tetracycline,Vancomycin, Erythromycin did not show efficacy in the direction of Klebsiella isolates did not give goodresults of synergy as it has a weak effect towards negative bacteria and it is as a non-synergistic antagonistbecause it does not It has effective binding sites for silver nanoparticles.
Accuracy of Different Apex Locaters. (A Comparative in Vitro Study)
Authors: Mohammad Munthir Abdulrazzaq  , Emad Farhan Alkhalidi
Published: September 2021

Aims: The objective of this in vitro study was to compare the accuracy of the Root-ZX II, Root ZX Mini,i Pex II, Kerr apex ID , Root PI and YD2 electronic apex locators (EALs) in locating the apical foramen.Materials and Methods: Fifty extracted human teeth with mature apices were used. Access cavities wereprepared. In order to make sure that we have an accurate working length of 21 mm the crown was sectionedwith diamond disc (control). The teeth were then embedded in an alginate model to simulate the periodontiumafter that the Canals were irrigated with 2.5% sodium hypochlorite. The actual length and electronic lengthmeasurements were made on each specimen separately by apex locator devices with an aid of a K-type file.Results: Statistical results showed no significant difference between the 6 devices although concerninglocating the apical foramen, Root-ZXII , Root ZX Mini, were accurate 96% of the time to ±0.5mm, where asI pex II and Kerr apex ID were accurate 94% of the time to 0.5 mm from the apical foramen, 44% ±0.5mmfor the Root PI and 44% ±0.5mm for the yD2. Conclusions: All the apex locators were able to determinedthe position of the apical foramen but consequently the Root-ZX II, Root ZX Mini, i Pex II, Kerr apex IDwere more accurate than Root PI and YD2 apex locators.
Induced Hyperlipidemia in Adult Male Rats and Treated by using Rosmarinus officinalis Aqueous Extract
Authors: Marwa Karim Taha  , Mohammed Salman Dalas  , Ahmed Hamad Saleh
Published: September 2021

The current work was goaled to revealed anti-hyperlipidemia activity of R. officinalis extract. This workutilized 20 male rats that divided to negative group; positive group was given drinking water containing0.5% H2O2 and (1%) cholesterol for 60 days. Third group: hyperlipidemia rats were treated with (50mg/kg/daily) extract. Fourth group: hyperlipidemia rats were treated with (100mg/kg/daily) extract. Theoutcomes revealed significant (P < 0.05) rise in cholesterol and triglyceride and reduce the HDL in positivegroup compare with negative group. Malonedialdehyied (MDA) was increased with reduce in glutathione(GSH) compare with negative group. Otherwise, diameters of aorta artery show significant (P < 0.05) risecompare with negative group. R. officinalis aqueous extract when used in treatment, the outcomes exhibitedimprovement in lipid profile, MDA, GSH and diameters of aorta artery compare with negative group. It wasconcluded that R. officinalis extract possess anti-hyperlipidemia activity.
Detection of Cyclospora cayetanensis by PCR in Wasit Province, Iraq
Authors: Abdulsada A. Rahi  , Israa N. Abed Al-Saadi  , Yoosra N. Abed Al-Saadi
Published: September 2021

The present study aimed to detect the Cyclospora cayetanensis among patients that attended in Al-karamaTeaching Hospital and General Hospital of Martyr Fairuz in Wasit City. The sample were collected fromOctober 2015 to April 2016. Thirty stool samples were collected from patients that suffering from diarrhea,their aged between 1 year to 50 years old from both genders who attended the hospitals at Wasit province.Data was collected using a questionnaire form including information about gender, age, location. Stoolsamples were examined by PCR technique to detect the presence of Cyclospora cayetanensis. The resultshowed that 8 of 30 (26.7%) samples were positive while 22 of 30 (73.3%) were negative. Our study isconsidered as a first study that detect the Cyclospora cayetanensis in Wasit province, Iraq. This study wasaimed to determine the prevalence of C. cayetanensis in Wasit Province, Iraq.
A Comparison of use of Microscopic Examination and PCR for Detection of Entamoeba Histolytica at Wasit Province
Authors: Magda A. Ali
Published: September 2021

A microscopic examination of multiple feces samples of 100 suspected patients with Entamoeba histolyticainfection who suffered from diarrhea was attended to Al-Karamah Teaching hospital at Wasit Province fromJanuary 2020 to March 2020. The feces samples were collected into twoParts; first of direct wet film preparation were done for each sample using normal saline 0.9 % for detectingthe motility of trophozoites and Lugol’s iodine 5% for demonstrating structures and cyst. The 2nd part waskept in freeze (-20C) until used in PCR method .The current study recorded that the overall prevalence rate of Entamoeba histolytica 80(80%) by microscopicexamination and 88(88%) by PCR methods. The prevalence of E. histolytica was higher among families wholive in rural areas 44(55%) than those in urban areas 36(45%) and in males 49(61.3%) more than females31(38.7%). The highest infection rate 37(46.3) was recorded in age group (21-40) years old. The presentstudy was aimed to compare between the microscopic examination and PCR methods in the diagnosis of E.histolytica in human clinical samples.We concluded our results that using PCR technique was more accurate and sensitive (88%) than microscopicexamination method (80%).
Risk factors of Prostate Enlargement among Patients with History of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Authors: Mazin AnwerYadgar Al-Obaidi  , Abid Ahmad Salman Al-Mahmood  , Suha Karam Jameel  , Azzawi M Hadi
Published: September 2021

Background: Prostate enlargement is defined as increase in size of prostate gland. The diseasemay bepresented clinically as lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The disease is increasing with age. There aremany risk factors as age, genetic, geographical, obesity, physical activity, diabetes mellitus, hypertension.Subjects and Method: A descriptive study was conducted on patients with lower urinary tract symptomswho were attending Tikrit teaching hospital outpatient’s clinic during the period from 1st July -1stOctober2018. The demographic characterestics of patients were obtained according to a questionnaire andthe patients were examined clinically to determine if there was enlargement of prostate or not. The diagnoseswas confirmed by PR and ultrasound examination.Results: The frequency of among sample study was(83%). The cases were more prevalent among the followings:age group 60 years and more(94.3%), positivefamily history(89.7%),low physical activity (93.4%%) ,hypertensives (87.4%) and with those with erectiledysfunction (94.9%).
Prevalence of Neonatal Septicemia in Karbala Pediatric Teaching Hospital and Al-alwiyah Pediatric Teaching Hospital, Iraq
Authors: Ahmed Salim Hadi Al-Khafaji  , Mohammed Ahmed Jassim Alogaidi  , Anfal Akram Hasan  , Yasir Ayad Khallawi
Published: September 2021

Background: Neonatal sepsis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and especially indeveloping countries. The incidence of neonatal septicemia varies widely between the developed world anddeveloping countries. Methods: The data was collected from the records of the Department during period(February 2019- December 2020). incubated blood culture at 37°C for 7 days. Subcultures were done ontoblood agar and MacConkey agar plates. Results: Clinical feature of neonatal septicemia as Fever 31(67%);Feeding difficulty 22 (48 %); both Jaundice and Lethargy as 9(19.5%); also, Diarrhea 7(15%); Skin rash6(13%) and Meningitis 3(6.5%).so current results showed male with positive bacterial culture (69.5%) whencompare with Female (30.5%), Among a total of 46 bacterial isolates recovered, 34 (74%) were Gramnegativeisolates more than Gram-positive isolates 12 (26%) , so among a total of 46 bacterial isolatesrecovered, E.coli were recovered from the cases as (24%) followed by both Klebsiella pneumoniae andPseudomonas as (13.5%), So Citrobacter species and Proteus mirabilis as (8.5%) , and Strep pneumoniaand Staphylococcus aureus were recovered from a single case , Staphylococcus epidermedis (7 cases - 15%).Conclusions: Most clinical feature of neonatal septicemia as Fever; Feeding difficulty; and Jaundice andLethargy, so the male with positive bacterial culture more than Female as well as gram negative bacteria ismore common septicemia children with predominant of E.coli .
Risk Factors of Rebound Hyperbilirubinemia in Post Phototherapy Hyperbilirubinemia Infants
Authors: Alexander Leonard Caesar Josediputra  , Martono Tri Utomo  , Risa Etika
Published: September 2021

Background: Post phototherapy rebound hyperbilirubinemia is a cause for readmission in some infants.However, this phenomenon data of rebound hyperbilirubinemia is lacking from Indonesia. Our study aimsto describe the risk factor of post phototherapy rebound hyperbilirubinemia in the infant.Method: Cross-sectional study of all infants with indirect hyperbilirubinemia who were treated phototherapyaccording to standard guidelines in neonate intermediate unit Dr. Soetomo hospital for 6 months from June2017 until December 2017. Bilirubin was measured 24 hours after phototherapy. Bilirubin rebound isconsidered as increasing total serum bilirubin that needs reinstitution of phototherapy.Result: A total of 53 (44.9%) infants developed rebound hyperbilirubinemia. We revealed the following riskfactor for rebound hyperbilirubinemia was the onset of jaundice on < 3 days, (10 babies, p <0.05). Otherresults are 30 (56.6%) female infants, 39 (73%) birth weight < 2500 g, 36 (67%) infants with a history ofcesarean section, and 38 (71%) preterm infants but there are not statistically significant.Conclusion: Post phototherapy rebound hyperbilirubinemia should be considered in the onset of jaundice< 3 days.
Fetal and Maternal Plasma Thyroid Hormone’s Levelsin the Guinea Pigs
Authors: ALwan Ali Fadil  , AL-Souz Mohammed Abdul Hadi Khalil  , TareqHafdhiAbdtawfeeq Al-Khayat
Published: September 2021

Background: All available data indicate that the thyroid of the guinea pig fetus is capable of functioningindependently of that of the mother . Therefor fetal thyroid function is necessary for normal growth in utero.Intrauterine adaptation to the outside environment is important mechanism via which fetus increases thechance to thrive after birth. Aim and Objective of this work to assess the plasma level of thyroxin (T4) andTriiodothyronine (T3) through most period of pregnancy in fetal and maternal guinea pigs. Materials andMethods: Blood samples collected from 51pregnant guinea pigsand their fetuses(93), by the Cobase 411device produced by, Roche com. and it works with technology Electro, Plasma T4 and T3 were measured byChemiLuminescence immune-assay. Results: Fetal plasma Thyroxin (T4) concentration was greater thanthat of the mother between Results 50 and 62 days of gestation while fetal plasma T3 concentration was lessthan that of the mother throughout gestation. In fetalguinea pig the reciprocal relationship between pituitaryand thyroid is established at approximately day 34-35 of gestation. Conclusion: Theresults indicated thatthe fetal pituitary–thyroid system (PTS) is functioning at a relatively high level than that of the maternal,starting few days beforethe second half of pregnancy .Thyroid hormones are important for fetal growth andmaturation event.
Effect of Different Drugs on Diuretic Resistance Indices in Patients with Renal Impairment Using Intravenous Furosemide
Authors: Alyaa Abdalrazaq Abass  , Ali Mohammed Hadi  , Jubran K. Hassan
Published: September 2021

Chronic kidney disease is a medical condition defined as a reduction in kidney function, made known byglomerular filtration rate of a less than 60 mL/min per 1·73 m², or signs of kidney impairment (albuminuria),or both for at least three months period, nevertheless of the original cause.Diuretic resistance in the edematous patient is defined as a clinical state in which diuretic response isdiminished or lost before the therapeutic goal of relief from edema has been reached.This study aims to find the effect of different drugs on kidney functionindices and the relationship of usingthese drugs with the development or improvement of diuretic resistance.The study is a cross-sectional observational study. It was carried out at Al-Hussein-Teaching Hospital inThi-Qar. Nasiriya. Data from 104 patients were collected and analyzed using different statistical methods.The results showed that there was a different odd of effects of the drugs commonly used to patients withCKD due to other comorbidities on diuretic resistance indices. There was a significant increase in the bodyweight and decline in serum urea in patients already with edema when they used calcium ampoule. Serumurea was not affected by any of the other studied drugs. There were two drugs affected positively on serumcreatinine, which are clopidogrel and heparin. Albuminuria was highly improved in patients receivingaspirin and atorvastatin. Clopidogrel significantly increased GFR in these patients.
A finding of Eptesicus gobiensis in an ancient salt mine in Iran and notes on the status of this bat in the Middle East (Mammalia: Chiroptera)
Authors: Benda Petr , Mashkour Marjan
Published: September 2021

Two mummified bats were found in an ancient salt mine near Chehrabad, NW Iran. One complete and one partial skeletons, both associated with parts of the pelage, were identified as Eptesicus gobiensis, a bat species rare in the Middle East. The comparison of skull and statistical evaluation of craniodental data showed this bat to belong to the identical taxon as the mummified bats previously collected in Qutur Su caves, NW Iran; this part of Iran is thus an area of broader distribution of this bat, the second record reported here confirms its preference for dry upper plateaus. This Iranian population exhibits much similarity with E. gobiensis bobrinskoi living in lowland deserts of Kazakhstan, but it simultaneously shows morphological and ecological differences from the Kazakhstani populations. Therefore, the population of Iran is here tentatively identified as E. g. cf. bobrinskoi. The species rank of E. gobiensis was found to be composed of three morphotypes living in three separate ranges, E. g. gobiensis in mountain plateaus of Central Asia, E. g. bobrinskoi in lowlands of Kazakhstan, and E. g. cf. bobrinskoi in NW Iran. However, the phylogenetic and taxonomic statuses of the Iranian morphotype still remain to be elicudated.
Technische Innovation setzt sich auch in Krisenzeiten durch
Authors: Etmanski Birgit
Published: September 2021

Gleich mehrere traditionsreiche Maschinenbau-Unternehmen feiern im Jahr 2021 Jubiläum. Ein Blick auf die ruhmreiche Vergangenheit und in die Zukunft zeigt, wie die Betriebe Krisenzeiten überstanden haben und was das jeweilige Erfolgskonzept ausmacht.
Daten-Enabling für eine breite KI-Anwendung/Data Enabling for Extensive AI Application
Authors: Netzer Markus , Gönnheimer Philipp , Fleischer Jürgen
Published: September 2021

Die stärker werdende Bedeutung von Digitalisierung im Maschinenbau stellt klein- und mittelständische Anlagenanbieter wie -betreiber vor neue Herausforderungen. Vor allem bei Bestandsanlagen in heterogenen Daten- und Schnittstellenlandschaften der Produktion sind innovative Ansätze zur Vernetzung und Erzeugung einer Datenpipeline notwendig. Ziel der in diesem Beitrag vorgestellten Forschung ist deshalb die einfache und nachrüstbare Bereitstellung von Maschinendaten zur Steigerung der Wertschöpfung durch KI-Anwendungen.

 

The increasing importance of digitalization in mechanical engineering poses new challenges for small and medium-sized system suppliers and operators. Especially for existing production systems in heterogeneous data and interface landscapes, innovative approaches for networking and generating a data pipeline are necessary. The objective of the research presented in this paper is therefore the simple and retrofittable provision of machine data to increase value creation through AI applications.
Digitalisierung im deutschen Maschinen- und Anlagenbau/Study on Digitalization in the German Mechanical Engineering Sector
Authors: Netzer Markus , Begemann Eva , Gönnheimer Philipp , Fleischer Jürgen
Published: September 2021

Das stetig zunehmende volatile Marktumfeld verlangt unter anderem nach hoher Effektivität der eigenen Produktion, um international wettbewerbsfähig zu bleiben. Die zur Steigerung der Anlagenverfügbarkeit beitragende Digitalisierung von Produktionsanlagen findet im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau dennoch nur zögerlich Anwendung. Auf Basis einer Unternehmensbefragung wurden die Anforderungen an digitale Nachrüstlösungen analysiert, Diskrepanzen zu bestehenden Systemen abgeleitet und Bedarfe sowie mögliche Lösungen bei der Digitalisierung von Produktionsanlagen aufgezeigt.

 

The continuously increasing volatile market environment calls for a high level of efficiency in a company‘s production system to remain internationally competitive. Although the digitalization of production facilities contributes to an increasing plant availability, it is only hesitantly applied in the mechanical and plant engineering sector. Based on a company survey, the requirements for digital retrofit solutions are analyzed, discrepancies with existing systems derived, and demands as well as possible solutions for the digitalization of production plants presented.
Energieversorgung in der Fabrik/Method for evaluating the energetic capacity in a factory for production expansion
Authors: Mages Alexander , Köse Ekrem , Sauer Alexander
Published: September 2021

Mit der Erweiterung eines Produktionssystems um eine zusätzliche Produktionsanlage steht das Unternehmen vor der Frage, welche Energieströme zur Verfügung gestellt werden müssen und ob die Energieversorgung der Fabrik ausreichende Kapazitäten vorweisen kann. Dieser Beitrag stellt ein strukturiertes Vorgehen vor, wie diese Fragen aus energetischer Perspektive in einem frühen Planungsprozess adressiert werden können. Anhand der Methode werden die relevanten Rahmenbedingungen identifiziert und es wird aufgezeigt, welche Messdaten der Energieerzeuger nötig sind, um eine energetische Bewertung durchführen zu können.

 

Before including an additional production plant, a manufacturing company has to identify what energy flows need to be made available and whether the capacity of the factory‘s power supply system is sufficient. This paper presents a structured approach to address these issues from an energy perspective in an early planning process. This method helps to identify the factory framework and shows what measurement data are required to carry out an energetic evaluation of the available energy generators.