bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EXAME CITOPATOLÓGICO DO COLO UTERINO: DESCRIÇÃO DOS PRINCIPAIS INDICADORES EM UM MUNICÍPIO NORDESTINO
Authors: Rodrigues Milena , De Moraes Maiara
Published: October 2020

Introdução: O câncer do colo do útero é um importante problema de saúde pública na população feminina brasileira e seu diagnóstico precoce aumenta consideravelmente a probabilidade de cura. A taxa de cura é próxima aos 100%, demonstrando que medidas preventivas, como o exame Papanicolau, são fundamentais para prevenção desse problema. Objetivo: O objetivo desse estudo foi descrever os resultados dos exames citopatológicos em mulheres de 25 a 64 anos no Município de Mossoró/RN. Metodologia: Levantamento retrospectivo analítico dos exames citopatológicos cadastrados no banco de dados do Sistema de Informação do Câncer de Colo de Útero (SICOLO) entre o período de 2014 e 2019 para o seu perfil epidemiológico. Resultados: Um total de 46606 casos foram incluídos e analisados. Houve uma tendência de aumento na realização dos testes ao longo dos anos. 83,8% dos casos representam células escamosas atípicas de significado indeterminado (ASC-US). 70% das lesões intraepiteliais escamosas (LIS) foram diagnosticadas como sendo de baixo grau (LISL). Não houve diagnóstico citopatológico de carcinoma de células escamosas e apenas 2 casos de adenocarcinoma in situ. Conclusões: Mossoró segue um padrão nacional de maiores resultados celulares atípicos representados por ASC-US e LSIL. Resultados sugestivos de alto grau de malignidade existem em menor frequência nos exames preventivos e necessitam ser avaliados por exames mais invasivos. 

Palavras-Chave: Neoplasias do colo do útero; Teste de Papanicolaou; Saúde da Mulher.
Recent Updates on Free Fatty Acid Receptor 1 (GPR-40) Agonists for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Rani Lata , Grewal Ajmer Singh , Sharma Neelam , Singh Sukhbir
Published: October 2020

Background:

The global incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has enthused the
development of new antidiabetic targets with low toxicity and long-term stability. In this respect, free
fatty acid receptor 1 (FFAR1), which is also recognized as a G protein-coupled receptor 40 (GPR40),
is a novel target for the treatment of T2DM. FFAR1/GPR40 has a high level of expression in β-cells
of the pancreas, and the requirement of glucose for stimulating insulin release results in immense
stimulation to utilise this target in the medication of T2DM.

Methods:

The data used for this review is based on the search of several scienctific databases as well
as various patent databases. The main search terms used were free fatty acid receptor 1, FFAR1,
FFAR1 agonists, diabetes mellitus, G protein-coupled receptor 40 (GPR40), GPR40 agonists, GPR40
ligands, type 2 diabetes mellitus and T2DM.

Results:

The present review article gives a brief overview of FFAR1, its role in T2DM, recent developments
in small molecule FFAR1 (GPR40) agonists reported till now, compounds of natural/plant
origin, recent patents published in the last few years, mechanism of FFAR1 activation by the agonists,
and clinical status of the FFAR1/GPR40 agonists.

Conclusion:

The agonists of FFAR1/GRP40 showed considerable potential for the therapeutic control
of T2DM. Most of the small molecule FFAR1/GPR40 agonists developed were aryl alkanoic acid derivatives
(such as phenylpropionic acids, phenylacetic acids, phenoxyacetic acids, and benzofuran
acetic acid derivatives) and thiazolidinediones. Some natural/plant-derived compounds, including fatty
acids, sesquiterpenes, phenolic compounds, anthocyanins, isoquinoline, and indole alkaloids, were
also reported as potent FFAR1 agonists. The clinical investigations of the FFAR1 agonists
demonstrated their probable role in the improvement of glucose control. Though, there are some
problems still to be resolved in this field as some FFAR1 agonists terminated in the late phase of
clinical studies due to “hepatotoxicity.” Currently, PBI-4050 is under clinical investigation by
Prometic. Further investigation of pharmacophore scaffolds for FFAR1 full agonists as well as multitargeted
modulators and corresponding clinical investigations will be anticipated, which can open up
new directions in this area.
Efficacy of Short Term Topical Malva Sylvestris L. Cream in Pediatric Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Meysami Mahshid , Hashempur Mohammad H. , Kamalinejad Mohammad , Emtiazy Majid
Published: October 2020

Background:

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory pruritic dermatologic
disease in children. Malva sylvestris L. (M. sylvestris) is a medicinal plant, which is used as a remedy
for eczema in traditional Persian medicine. Previous studies have shown the anti-ulcerogenic
and anti-inflammatory activity of this plant.

Objectives:

We designed a clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of topical cream of the M. sylvestris
extract in the management of children with AD.

Methods:

Fifty-one children with AD were randomly enrolled in two arms of a randomized, double-
blind, controlled clinical trial. They were treated by topical cream of the M. sylvestris extract or
placebo for a palm-sized surface (single fingertip unit, twice daily) for 4 weeks. The SCORing
Atopic Dermatitis (SCORAD) score was set as the primary outcome measure.

Results:

There was a significant improvement in the severity of participants’ dermatitis regarding
skin thickening score, redness score, and total SCORAD score of the M. sylvestris group as compared
with the placebo group (P= 0.009, P=0.01, and P=0.03; respectively).

Conclusion:

According to the results of this clinical trial, it could be concluded that the topical use
of M. sylvestris extract cream was effective in the reduction of AD symptoms in children.
Trial Registration: This study is registered by the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials with the code:
IRCT20170107031814N2.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Associated Factors Among Traumatic Patients Attended in Four Government Hospitals, West Ethiopia
Authors: Golja Eba Abdisa , Labata Busha Gamachu , Mekonen Ginenus Fekadu , Dedefo Mohammed Gebre
Published: October 2020

Background:

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is exposure to actual or threatened death that leads to negative alterations in cognitions and mood, and marked change in arousal and reactivity. The disturbance causes clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning. Patients’ quality of life decreases in almost every dimension after severe trauma.

Objective:

This study aims to assess the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder and its associated factors among fifteen years and above aged patients with traumatic history for more than one month who attended four government hospitals in East Wollega Zone, West Ethiopia.

Methods:

An institutional based cross-sectional study was employed using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. Post-trauma stress disorder symptoms scale was employed to assess the prevalence of post-trauma stress disorder and its associated factors among fifteen years and above aged patients. Study populations were those who had a history of a traumatic injury and attended four government hospitals in East Wollega Zone, West Ethiopia, for more than one month. Study participants were, consecutively, recruited from January to February 2018.

Results:

One hundred ninety-three traumatic patients participated in this study. Male participants accounted for 119 (61.7%) and 82 (42.5%) of respondents aged between 15-26 years. The prevalence of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in this study was 33 (17.1%). Female traumatic patients were 2.727 times more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder than male respondents (AOR= 2.727, 95% CI: 0.431-4.227). Similarly, participants who were found to be involved in substance abuse were 1.65 times (AOR= 1.65, 95% CI: 0.926-2.782) more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder than their counterparts. Also, daily laborers were 4.05 times (AOR= 4.05, 95% CI: 0.89-8.76) more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder than government employees.

Conclusion:

The prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder, in this study, was 17.1%. Psychological counseling services offered to female patients, daily laborers, and substance abusers can benefit them as they were significantly associated with the post-traumatic stress disorder.
Using the Patient Portal Sexual Health Instrument in Surveys and Patient Questionnaires Among Sexual Minority Men in the United States: Cross-sectional Psychometric Validation Study
Authors: Jackman Kevon-Mark P , Kane Jeremy , Kharrazi Hadi , Johnson Renee M , Latkin Carl
Published: October 2020

Background

Patient portal modules, including electronic personal health records, health education, and prescription refill ordering, may be leveraged to address the sexually transmitted infection (STI) burden, including HIV, among gay, bisexual, and other sexual minority men (SMM). Theoretical frameworks in the implementation sciences highlight examining constructs of innovation attributes and performance expectations as key determinants of behavioral intentions and the use of new web-based health technologies. However, behavioral intentions to use patient portals for HIV and other STI prevention and care among SMM is understudied.

Objective

The aim of this study is to develop a brief instrument for measuring attitudes focused on using patient portals for STI prevention and care among a nationwide sample of SMM.

Methods

A total of 12 items of the American Men’s Internet Survey-Patient Portal Sexual Health Instrument (AMIS-PPSHI) were adapted from a previous study. Psychometric analyses of the AMIS-PPSHI items were conducted among a randomized subset of 2018 AMIS participants reporting web-based access to their health records (N=1375). Parallel analysis and inspection of eigenvalues in a principal component analysis (PCA) informed factor retention in exploratory factor analysis (EFA). After EFA, Cronbach α was used to examine the internal consistency of the scale and its subscales. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was used to assess the goodness of fit of the final factor structure. We calculated the total AMIS-PPSHI scale scores for comparisons within group categories, including age, STI diagnosis history, recency of testing, serious mental illness, and anticipated health care stigma.

Results

The AMIS-PPSHI scale resulting from EFA consisted of 12 items and had good internal consistency (α=.84). The EFA suggested 3 subscales: sexual health engagement and awareness (α=.87), enhancing dyadic communication (α=.87), and managing sexual health care (α=.79). CFA demonstrated good fit in the 3-factor PPSHI structure: root mean square error of approximation=0.061, comparative fit index=0.964, Tucker-Lewis index=0.953, and standardized root mean square residual=0.041. The most notable differences were lower scores on the enhanced dyadic communication subscale among people living with HIV.

Conclusions

PPSHI is a brief instrument with strong psychometric properties that may be adapted for use in large surveys and patient questionnaires in other settings. Scores demonstrate that patient portals are favorable web-based solutions to deliver health services focused on STI prevention and care among SMM in the United States. More attention is needed to address the privacy implications of interpersonal use of patient portals outside of traditional health settings among persons with HIV.
Effectiveness, Acceptability, and Feasibility of Digital Health Interventions for LGBTIQ+ Young People: Systematic Review
Authors: Gilbey Dylan , Morgan Helen , Lin Ashleigh , Perry Yael
Published: October 2020

Background

Young people (aged 12-25 years) with diverse sexuality, gender, or bodily characteristics, such as those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, or queer (LGBTIQ+), are at substantially greater risk of a range of mental, physical, and sexual health difficulties compared with their peers. Digital health interventions have been identified as a potential way to reduce these health disparities.

Objective

This review aims to summarize the characteristics of existing evidence-based digital health interventions for LGBTIQ+ young people and to describe the evidence for their effectiveness, acceptability, and feasibility.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted using internet databases and gray literature sources, and the results were screened for inclusion. The included studies were synthesized qualitatively.

Results

The search identified 38 studies of 24 unique interventions seeking to address mental, physical, or sexual health–related concerns in LGBTIQ+ young people. Substantially more evidence-based interventions existed for gay and bisexual men than for any other population group, and there were more interventions related to risk reduction of sexually transmitted infections than to any other health concern. There was some evidence for the effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of these interventions overall; however, the quality of evidence is often lacking.

Conclusions

There is sufficient evidence to suggest that targeted digital health interventions are an important focus for future research aimed at addressing health difficulties in LGBTIQ+ young people. Additional digital health interventions are needed for a wider range of health difficulties, particularly in terms of mental and physical health concerns, as well as more targeted interventions for same gender–attracted women, trans and gender-diverse people, and people with intersex variations.

Trial Registration

PROSPERO International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews CRD42020128164; https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=128164
Evaluation of a Remote Symptom Assessment and Management (SAM) System for People Receiving Adjuvant Chemotherapy for Breast or Colorectal Cancer: Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Whitehead Lisa , Emery Laura , Kirk Deborah , Twigg Diane , Brown Deborah , Dewar Joanna
Published: October 2020

Background

The Symptom Assessment and Management (SAM) program is a structured, online, nurse-supported intervention to support symptom self-management in people receiving adjuvant chemotherapy post surgery for breast or colorectal cancer.

Objective

The objective of this study was to describe the development, implementation strategy, and evaluation of the SAM system.

Methods

The development of the SAM program involved 3 phases. In phase 1, the web app was developed through consultation with consumers and clinicians and of the literature to ensure that the system was evidence-based and reflected the realities of receiving treatment and supporting patients through treatment. In phase 2, 7 participants recorded the severity of 6 symptoms daily over the course of 1 cycle of chemotherapy. In phase 3, 17 participants recorded their symptoms daily over the course of 3 cycles of chemotherapy. Once symptoms were recorded, participants received immediate feedback on the severity of their symptoms and self-management recommendations, which could include seeking immediate medical attention. Data on quality of life, symptom burden, anxiety and depression, distress, and self-efficacy were collected during treatment; participants’ perceptions of the SAM program were evaluated following participation via interview.

Results

The outcomes of the SAM project include the development of a system that is reliable and easy to use and navigate. Participants reported benefits related to using the SAM program that included feeling more in control of managing their symptoms and feeling reassured. Engagement with the system on a daily basis was variable, with some participants completing the symptom tracker daily and others engaging some of the time. The feedback from all participants was that the system was easy to navigate and the information was relevant and supportive.

Conclusions

The SAM program has the potential to enhance the management of symptoms for people receiving chemotherapy treatment. The system creates an accurate repository of symptoms that can be accessed easily and highlight patterns in symptom experience. These can be shared with clinicians, with patient permission, to inform and support treatment plans. The potential to predict the risk of developing severe symptoms can be developed to anticipate the need for care and support. Further considerations on how to increase engagement with the system, the value of the system for people diagnosed with other tumor types and treatment regimes, and the incorporation of the system into everyday clinical practice are needed.
Improving Current Glycated Hemoglobin Prediction in Adults: Use of Machine Learning Algorithms With Electronic Health Records (Preprint)
Authors: Alhassan Zakhriya , Watson Matthew , Budgen David , Alshammari Riyad , Alessa Ali , Al Moubayed Noura
Published: October 2020

BACKGROUND

Predicting the risk of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) elevation can help identify patients with the potential for developing serious chronic health problems, such as diabetes. Early preventive interventions based upon advanced predictive models using electronic health records data for identifying such patients can ultimately help provide better health outcomes.

OBJECTIVE

Our study investigated the performance of predictive models to forecast HbA1c elevation levels by employing several machine learning models. We also examined the use of patient electronic health record longitudinal data in the performance of the predictive models. Explainable methods were employed to interpret the decisions made by the black box models.

METHODS

This study employed multiple logistic regression, random forest, support vector machine, and logistic regression models, as well as a deep learning model (multilayer perceptron) to classify patients with normal (<5.7%) and elevated (≥5.7%) levels of HbA1c. We also integrated current visit data with historical (longitudinal) data from previous visits. Explainable machine learning methods were used to interrogate the models and provide an understanding of the reasons behind the decisions made by the models. All models were trained and tested using a large data set from Saudi Arabia with 18,844 unique patient records.

RESULTS

The machine learning models achieved promising results for predicting current HbA1c elevation risk. When coupled with longitudinal data, the machine learning models outperformed the multiple logistic regression model used in the comparative study. The multilayer perceptron model achieved an accuracy of 83.22% for the area under receiver operating characteristic curve when used with historical data. All models showed a close level of agreement on the contribution of random blood sugar and age variables with and without longitudinal data.

CONCLUSIONS

This study shows that machine learning models can provide promising results for the task of predicting current HbA1c levels (≥5.7% or less). Using patients’ longitudinal data improved the performance and affected the relative importance for the predictors used. The models showed results that are consistent with comparable studies.
The Relationship between Prenatal Testosterone (2D:4D), Big 5 Personality Traits and GRIT in Different Cultural Contexts
Authors: Meggs Jennifer, , Reed Scott,
Published: October 2020

Digit ratio (2D:4D; a putative correlate of prenatal testosterone) has been shown to be predictive of important personality factors such as mental toughness, optimism and academic achievement. However, to date no study has attempted to investigate prenatal testosterone levels as a predictor of GRIT (persistency and constancy) and the Big 5 personality traits Openness to experience, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism. Research has also alluded to the potential gender and cultural differences in biological underpinnings of psychological functioning. This study included a sample of Dubai and UK undergraduate students and examined associations between prenatal testosterone (2D:4D), GRIT and Big 5 personality traits (openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness and neuroticism). UK and Dubai participants followed the same testing procedure and completed a self-report measure for GRIT and Big 5 personality traits, followed by providing a right-hand scan, which was later used to measure 2D:4D using Vernier Callipers. Results showed that in Dubai participants, the measured psychological variables explained a greater amount of variance in 2D:4D than in UK participants. Openness to experience was a strong significant predictor of 2D:4D in Dubai participants whereas, GRIT, conscientiousness and openness to experience were all significant predictors of 2D:4D for UK participants.
MOVIMENTOS SOCIAIS E SERVIÇO SOCIAL: A VIRADA DE 1979
Authors: Duriguetto Maria Lúcia , Rezende Juliano Zancanelo
Published: October 2020

Nestes 40 anos do “Congresso da Virada”, resgatamos elementos do processo histórico da relação das organizações sindicais do Serviço Social com o movimento operário e popular e seu impacto para a ruptura com o conservadorismo na profissão simbolizada na “virada” de 1979.
AS POLÍTICAS INDIGENISTAS E AS LUTAS SOCIAIS INDÍGENAS: MANIFESTAÇÕES DA QUESTÃO SOCIAL
Authors: Fernandes Rosa Maria Castilhos , Maciel Mariana Martins
Published: October 2020

O artigo discorre sobre as lutas sociais indígenas como forma de resistência diante das violações de seus direitos e como sendo expressão da questão social. Procura dar visibilidade às políticas indigenistas uma vez que os ataques a esses povos também têm relação à destituição de um conjunto de legislações no âmbito da proteção social brasileira. Destaca a emergência desta discussão no âmbito do Serviço Social.
APROXIMAÇÕES DO SERVIÇO SOCIAL COM A POLÍTICA DE EDUCAÇÃO: A CONTRIBUIÇÃO DAS COMISSÕES DE EDUCAÇÃO DOS CONSELHOS REGIONAIS DE SERVIÇO SOCIAL NO BRASIL
Authors: Férriz Adriana Freire Pereira , Canteiro Martins Eliana Bolorino
Published: October 2020

O texto apresenta uma discussão sobre as aproximações entre o Serviço Social e a política de educação, com foco na atuação das entidades da categoria neste contexto: Conjunto CFESS-CRESS (Conselho Federal de Serviço Social - Conselho Regional de Serviço Social), Associação Brasileira de Ensino e Pesquisa em Serviço Social (ABEPSS) e Executiva Nacional de Estudantes de Serviço Social (ENESSO). O objetivo central foi pautar as comissões de educação dos CRESS em todo o País e destacar o papel que essas comissões assumem não só no processo de organização dos profissionais na política de educação, mas também na luta por inserção de mais profissionais nessa política. A metodologia contemplou a coleta de dados junto aos sites dos CRESS disponíveis e o contato com profissionais que atuam na política de educação. Dessa forma, pretende-se mobilizar ações coletivas visando construir estratégias em prol do fortalecimento da luta por uma educação pública, laica, socialmente referendada, e como direito social, de forma articulada com as entidades que historicamente estabelecem a direção sociopolítica da profissão.
ESTÁGIO SUPERVISIONADO EM SERVIÇO SOCIAL: A INDISSOCIABILIDADE ENTRE FORMAÇÃO E TRABALHO PROFISSIONAL
Authors: Ferri Mônica Freitas
Published: October 2020

Componente central no processo de formação profissional o estágio supervisionado em Serviço Social élócus privilegiado da relação teoria e prática. Compreender essa relação requer analisar o significado sócio histórico da profissão na sociedade capitalista. No contexto contemporâneo a reestruturação do Estado e suas respostas às expressões da questão social impactam diretamente o trabalho do assistente social e consequentemente o estágio supervisionado. Este artigo discute o estágio supervisionado considerando a indissociabilidade entre trabalho e formação profissional. Entende o desenvolvimento da capacitação teórico-metodológica, ético-política e técnico-operativa presente nas Diretrizes Curriculares da ABEPSS como necessárias para o exercício profissional. A revisão de literatura permite afirmar que a articulação dessas dimensões no cotidiano da formação e do trabalho do assistente social coaduna com a direção expressa no projeto ético-político da profissão e é forma de resistência e luta nos tempos atuais.
Geologia do Complexo Intrusivo Santa Angélica no Orógeno Araçuaí, Estado do Espírito Santo: perspectivas para o setor de rochas ornamentais
Authors: HARTWIG Marcos Eduardo , De MELO Marilane Gonzaga , PETERLE Daniel Tonini , FEUCHARD Lucas David
Published: October 2020

O Complexo Intrusivo Santa Angélica (CISA) é um corpo intrusivo cálcio-alcalino pós-colisional alojado em ortognaisses pré-colisionais da Supersuíte G1 e em rochas paraderivadas do Complexo Paraíba do Sul, durante a orogênese Brasiliana-Panafricana, que originou o Cinturão Araçuaí-Congo Ocidental. Trata-se de um corpo com formato elíptico inversamente zonado, que contém dois núcleos de rochas gabro-dioríticas e bordas nas quais afloram rochas graníticas megaporfiríticas, separadas por uma ampla zona de mistura de magmas. Atualmente, a maioria dos levantamentos geológicos básicos disponíveis sobre o CISA foram produzidos em escala inferior a 1:50.000. Neste sentido, o objetivo do presente estudo foi o de gerar um mapa geológico do CISA em escala 1:25.000 e subsidiar o setor de prospecção de rochas ornamentais, utilizando-se de técnicas clássicas de mapeamento geológico. Os dados revelaram importantes diferenças na área e distribuição de algumas unidades de mapeamento indicadas em estudos anteriores. As feições de campo e microscópicas revelaram diversas feições de mistura mecânica de magmas. Os dados analisados sugerem que as zonas de cisalhamento dextrais Guaçuí e Batatal influenciaram no posicionamento do CISA. A unidade denominada como rocha híbrida pode representar um interessante material para o setor produtivo de rocha ornamental, tendo em vista a sua grande heterogeneidade, que lhe confere características estéticas únicas.
Errors in air-ground pilot communication: an experimental study
Authors: Estival Dominique , Molesworth Brett Robert Charles
Published: October 2020

Understanding aviation communication has obvious implications for flight safety and for the training of pilots and Air Traffic Controllers (ATCs). Its study also sheds light on the use of Aviation English as a type of English for a very specific purpose and on real-world communication constraints in a high-stakes environment. We present results from a study combining human factors and linguistics, in which pilots were recorded in flight simulator experiments probing communication accuracy under diverse conditions. An analysis of the audio recordings in terms of whether errors were omissions or mistakes, whether errors occurred with words or numerals, and which types of aviation information were affected, revealed complex interactions between language background, pilot qualification, workload and ATC speech rate. The differences between native English speakers (NES) and non-native English speakers (NNES) are complex and more nuanced than might be expected. These results not only are relevant for aviation safety, training and testing, but they also provide insights on communication under challenging conditions and on the relation between language proficiency and cognition, with implications for second language teaching and the use of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in highly constrained environments.
PREPARATION OF QUALIFIED SPECIALISTS FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION
Authors: Лепешкина Анна Борисовна
Published: October 2020

Представлен авторский взгляд на подготовку квалифицированных специалистов для сельскохозяйственного производства. Рассмотрена экономико-управленческая подготовка квалифицированных специалистов для сельскохозяйственного производства с учетом стандарта World Skills Russia по направлению подготовки «Механизация сельского хозяйства» на примере среднего профессионального образования. Описывается авторская модель подготовки квалифицированных специалистов по специальности «Механизация сельского хозяйства». Приводится спецификация стандарта World Skills по компетенции «Эксплуатация сельскохозяйственных машин». Описывается внедрение данной спецификации в образовательный процесс ОГБПОУ «Томский аграрный колледж». Рассматривается процесс организации учебных занятий. Связь преподавания с жизнью, сельскохозяйственным производством – это не только использование материалов об историческом пути сельскохозяйственной науки и практики, но и рассмотрение актуального вопроса как необходимость знания экономики, организации и планирования сельскохозяйственного производства. Задача преподавателя заключается в том, чтобы применять экономические знания на практике, например при изучении сельскохозяйственной техники, то есть машин и механизмов, уметь определять эффективность применения машин, удобрений, ядохимикатов и т. д. Таким образом, в деле профессиональной подготовки обучающихся важно, чтобы в содержание занятий включался конкретный материал, направленный на развитие у обучающихся интереса к избранной специальности.

The article presents the author’s view on the training of qualified specialists for agricultural production. The economic and managerial training of qualified specialists for agricultural production is considered taking into account the World Skills Russia standard in the field of training “Agricultural mechanization” using the example of secondary vocational education. The author describes the model of training qualified specialists in the specialization «Agricultural Mechanization». The specification of the World Skills standard on the competence “Operation of agricultural machines” is given. The introduction of this specification in the educational process of OGBPOU «Tomsk Agrarian College» is described. The process of organizing training sessions is considered. The connection of teaching with life, with agricultural production is not only the use of materials about the historical path of agricultural science and practice, but the consideration of an urgent issue as the need for knowledge of the economy, organization and planning of agricultural production. The teacher’s task is to apply economic knowledge in practice, for example, in the study of agricultural machinery, that is, machines and mechanisms, to be able to determine the effectiveness of the use of machines, fertilizers, pesticides, etc. Thus, in the matter of training students, it is important that the content of classes include specific material aimed at developing students’ interest in their chosen specialty.
DEVELOPMENT OF SELF-REGULATING SKILLS AND SPIRITUAL AND MORAL QUALITIES IN CHILDREN
Authors: Машарина Александра Федоровна
Published: October 2020

Подчеркивается важность развития у детей духовно-нравственных качеств в процессе оздоровительно-развивающего обучения саморегуляции. Сравнивается влияние двух программ развития саморегуляции на физическое и психологическое состояние детей дошкольного и младшего школьного возраста: 1) программа формирования саморегуляционных умений на основе занятий древневосточной оздоровительной практикой ушу (акцент на физическое и духовно-нравственное развитие); 2) программа формирования саморегуляционных умений на основе занятий древневосточной оздоровительной практикой ушу (акцент на физическое развитие). Результаты проведенного исследования показали, что программа 1 – обучение саморегуляции с обращением к актуализации духовно-нравственных качеств – позволила детям прогрессировать гораздо в большей степени, чем программа 2, связанная с развитием саморегуляционных умений только на физическом уровне. В первом случае дети развивались более активно как по физическим характеристикам (сила, выносливость, гибкость, координация), так и личностным параметрам (мотивация к учебе, адаптация к следующему важному жизненному этапу, дисциплинированность, инициативность, чувствительность к воздействиям сверстников, эмоциональный фон).

The article emphasizes the importance of developing children’s spiritual and moral qualities in the process of improving and developing self-regulation training and the formation of children’s self-regulating skills using the ancient Eastern health practice of Wushu. The influence of two programs of self-regulation development on the physical and psychological state of preschool and primary school children is compared: 1) the program for the formation of self-regulating skills based on the ancient Eastern health practice of Wushu (emphasis on physical and spiritual and moral development); 2) the program for the formation of selfregulating skills based on the ancient Eastern health practice of Wushu (emphasis on physical development). The pilot study uses the method of psychophysical development of children using traditional elements of Wushu T. N. Bruk. The comparison is based on the indicators evaluated by the methods: E. O. Smirnova and V. M. Kholmogorova, assessment of physical development. The results of the study showed that program 1 – self-regulation training with reference to the actualization of spiritual and moral qualities allowed children to progress much more than program 2, which is associated with the development of self-regulation skills only at the physical level. In the first case, children developed more actively both in terms of physical characteristics (strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination) and personal parameters (motivation to study, discipline, initiative, sensitivity to peer influences, emotional background).
Challenges experienced by organizations in Honduras in promoting human rights of returned migrant children during their reintegration
Authors:   , Reyes Diana
Published: October 2020

Over the last decade, the number of Honduran migrant children traveling undocumented to the United States and Mexico increased substantially and both countries have focused on the detention and return of these children. While several organizations in Honduras assist returned children, these efforts have been insufficient as returned children migrate again and more children are migrating for the first time. This thesis aims to examine organizations’ challenges in promoting returned children’s human rights during their reintegration. Through a qualitative research design, data were collected from the literature, institutional documents and interviews with representatives from organizations in the government and non-government sectors. Results reflect challenges to implement the human rights approach and some principles such as non-refoulement, the right to life, survival and development and the best interest of the child. Also, practical challenges were found including the lack of inter-institutional coordination, financial and human resources, and monitoring mechanisms.
Screening wild and cultivated cucurbits against root knot nematode to exploit as rootstocks for grafting in cucumber
Authors: Thangamani C , Pugalendhi L , Punithaveni V
Published: October 2020

Yield of mono-cropped cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) is reduced by root knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita Kofoid and White). Use of resistant rootstocks in grafting may overcome the problem. Cucurbitaceous species were screened against root knot nematode to evaluate their use as rootstocks in grafting. Inoculation was with nematodes @ 2 J2·g-1 (J2 = second stage juvenile) of soil in pot culture at the 1 to 2 true leaf stage, 45 days after inoculation, plants were uprooted and observations made to calculate Root Knot Nematode Index (RKI). Cucurbita moschata, Cucumis metuliferus, Citrullus colocynthis and Cucumis callosus were resistant having a RKI-2. Cucurbita ficifolia, Cucurbita maxima, Cucumis melo sub sp. agrestis were moderately resistant with a RKI-3. Total phenols content in roots indicates plant resistance to M. incognita. Cucumis metuliferus had the highest mean total phenols content (16.98 mg·g- 1 of root) followed by Citrullus colocynthis (16.08 mg·g-1 of root) and Cucurbita moschata (15.37mg·g-1 of root). Resistant rootstocks possessed higher peroxidase and PPO activity than susceptible ones. Cucumis metuliferus had the highest value of peroxidase and PPO activity (3.83 OD·min-1·g-1 of root and 3.67 OD·min-1·g-1 of root) followed by Citrullus colocynthis (3.26 and 3.63 OD·min-1·g-1 of root), Cucumis callosus (3.02 and 2.98 OD·min-1·g-1 of root) and Cucurbita moschata (2.93 and 2.94 OD·min-1·g-1 of root). Cucumber scions, ‘Green Long’ and ‘NS 408’ had lower peroxidase and PPO activity of 0.64 and 1.42 OD·min-1·g-1 and 0.57 and 1.31 OD·min- 1·g-1 of root, respectively. Resistant and moderately resistant cucurbitaceous species may be used for further studies possibly leading to improved yield.
Assessment of chilli varieties in Salem district for higher productivity
Authors: Kavitha P S , Sudha A , Srividya S
Published: October 2020

Chilli is an important spice which is grown throughout India. Chillies are integral and the most important ingredient in many different cuisines around the world as it adds pungency, taste, flavour and color to the dishes. Chilli is grown in Kolathur block of Salem district in an area of nearly 879 ha. The farmers are mainly growing the local varieties and private hybrids in kolathur block. During the farmers and scientist conference conducted at KVK, Sandhiyur (2013), the growers opted for new varieties (high yield, lengthy fruit, good pungency, and colour retention during storage). An onfarm trial was conducted in pannavadi village of kolathur block. In this study three varieties (Lalima, LCA 625 and Kovilpatti 2) were assessed for yield, pest disease tolerance and quality parameters. LCA 625 gave an average yield of 6.2-6.8 t / ha, fruit length of 9-11 cm, good pungency and good colour retention during storage compared to other two varieties. The colour of dry chilli during storage was orange compared to Lalima with bright attractive red colour. Hence in the market Lalima fetched more price than the other two varieties. Hence, it is suggested for the Researchers that LCA 625 may be refined for marketable colour.
Light trap, an effective component of integrated management of Tuta absoluta(Lepidoptera : Gelechiidae) on Tomato
Authors: Sridhar V , Senthil Kumaran G
Published: October 2020

The effectiveness of mass trapping the moths of Tuta absoluta was evaluated using light traps in tomato polyhouse at ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru during March - June, 2018. Various colours of light sources were evaluated for their efficacy in attracting the moths. Of different coloured light sources evaluated, yellow and white (bluish) were found relatively effective for attraction of the moths. The efficacy of mass trapping was further evaluated and incandescent yellow bulb of 60 W was found most efficient in attracting both sexes of Tuta moths. Thus light traps can be an effective tool for IPM of this pest on tomato, under polyhouse conditions.
Genetic variability, correlation and path analysis in bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria (Mol. Standl.) germplasm
Authors: Varalakshmi B , Pitchaimuthu M , Rao E Sreenivas
Published: October 2020

The present investigation was conducted to determine the variability, heritability, genetic advance and correlation of fruit yield and ten different yield contributing characters in bottle gourd. Wide range of variation was observed for most of the characters like fruit yield/vine, fruit number/vine, fruit weight, fruit yield/ha and node number for first female flower appearance. Phenotypic coefficient of variation was higher than genotypic coefficient of variation for all the traits studied, indicating environmental influence on expression of these characters. However, high heritability (broad sense) along with high genetic advance was recorded by vinelength, branch number, fruit length, fruit width, fruit yield/vine and yield/ha indicating the presence of additive gene effects, hence selection can be employed for the improvement of these parameters. Fruit yield/ ha was significantly and positively associated with fruit number/vine and fruit yield/vine both at genotypic as well as phenotypic levels. Fruit number had maximum direct effect (0.812) on fruit yield/ha followed by fruit weight (0.407), fruit length (0.339), fruit width (0.310), fruit yield/vine (0.249), days taken for first female flower appearance (0.224) and vine length (0.173). Therefore for the yield improvement in bottle gourd, emphasismay be given for indirect selection through fruit parameters like fruit weight, fruit length, fruit number and fruit yield/vine.
Performance evaluation of Garlic (Allium sativum L.) in the plains of Kerala
Authors: Menon S Jalaja , Shibana S N
Published: October 2020

Kerala, the spice bowl of India is popular for tropical spice crops like pepper, cardamom,nutmeg etc. Garlic, an important foreign exchange earner of India is produced mostly inthe states like Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Gujarat. In Kerala it is grown commerciallyin two unique rain shadow pockets, Kanthalloor and Vattavada regions of Devikulamblock of Idukki district. Although garlic is grown in the high ranges of Kerala, itscultivation in plains are not evaluated so far. Generally cool season crops performs wellinplains when grown during October – March. Hence the present study was conducted toevaluate the performance of two genotypes Singapore and Mettupalayam in the plains.The two garlic genotypes were grown as pot culture during October – February in the year2016-2017, in the plains of Thrissur district, the central part of Kerala. Among the twotypes Mettupalayam was found to be recorded higher Bulb weight (14.53g) and number ofcloves per bulb (4.2), but it was less compared to that grown in high ranges (17.19g and11.9 respectively). Hence the study revealed the possibilities of garlic cultivation in theplains of Thrissur district of Kerala with some refinements in agro techniques.
Quality in Coriander leaves as influenced by growing conditions
Authors: Surya R , Geethumol T , Anitha P
Published: October 2020

A study was conducted in the plains of Kerala to investigate the performance of coriander leaffor its quality aspects in open and rain shelter conditions. The study suggested that significantlyhigher herbage and biomass yield (g/ plant) was observed from plants grown in rain shelter(9.21 and 12.78) compared to the open field (8.41 and 11.34). Among the varieties, Arka Isharecorded the highest herbage and biomass yield (10.46 and 14.13g/plant) followed by CO-1(8.97and 12.70).There was a significant higher vitamin C content (mg/100g) in open field(189.72) compared to rain shelter ( 124.55) and volatile oil ranging from 0.05-0.06 % in boththe growing conditions and were on par. Total chlorophyll content was recorded more in openfield (1.98) than in rain shelter (1.92) Among the varieties, total chlorophyll was more in CO-4(2.33). However, this need to be confirmed by further studies.
Evaluation of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L.) genotypes under coastal ecosystem of Tamil Nadu
Authors: Sathappan C T
Published: October 2020

Genetic variability existing among genotypes is the prime and basic factor for the improvementof any character in a successful breeding programme of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L.).Though the attempts made so far to exploit the available variability have culminated in therelease of a few improved region specific selections as varieties from different centers inIndia, still, varieties suited to coastal eco-system are yet to be identified. Hence, an experimentwas laid out to study the performance of 21 genotypes of Polianthes tuberosa L. collected fromvaried geographical locations. The trial was conducted in the floriculture unit of the Departmentof Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University under randomized block designreplicated thrice to assess the genetic variability for eleven economic characters. The resultsshowed that the genotype PT-15 recorded relatively superior mean performance with respectto all characters. High PCV and GCV were observed for number of leaves per plant, plantheight and rachis length. Low variability in terms of PCV and GCV was observed for length ofthe flower and time taken for flowering. High PCV and GCV values of more than 60 per centwas observed for bulb volume followed by yield of flowers per plant, rachis length and durationof flowering. The genotypes viz., PT-15 (Kuzhumani, Thiruchirappalli District), PT-3(Ravanthavadi, Dharmapuri District) and PT-10(Perumalpatti, Dindugul District) were identifiedas superior genotypes which are suitable for the coastal region based on per se values and canbe utilized for future breeding programmes.
Performance Evaluation of Ferns for Cut Green and Landscape Purpose
Authors: Sankar Mini , P K Sudhadevi , C K Geetha , Kurian Roshmi , P Shilpa
Published: October 2020

Ferns can be used as ground covers, specimen plants and for group, background and border planting in landscape. They can also be used as fillers in bouquets and flower arrangements. Hence, the objective of the study was to evaluate the performance of different fern species and to identify the suitable species for commercial cultivation. Eleven species of ferns belonging to different genera viz., Adiantum tenerum, Asplenium nidus, Asplenium longissimum, Asplenium scolopendrium, Diaplazium acrostichoides, Nephrolepis biserrata ‘furcans’, Nephrolepis exaltata ‘chidisii’, Nephrolepis exaltata, Bostoniensis compacta, Nephrolepis cordifolia, Nephrolepis biserrata miniata and Pteris ensiformis were evaluated for growth pattern and suitability for landscape and commercial uses. Vegetative characters like eplant height and spread were highest in Asplenium nidus and a maximum number of leaves were observed in Adiantum tenerum. Based on growth pattern they were classified under tall, medium and dwarf groups Asplenium nidus and Nephrolepis biserrata miniata were grouped under the tall category. The species which come under medium category are Asplenium longissimum, Diaplazium acrostichoides, Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Furcans’, Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Chidisii’, Nephrolepis exaltata, Bostoniensis compacta, Nephrolepis cordifolia, Pteris ensiformis and Asplenium scolopendrium where as Adiantum tenerum comes under dwarf category. All species evaluated were found to be suitable for pot plants. Nephrolepis biserrata miniata, Nephrolepis biserrata furcans, Nephrolepis cordifolia, Asplenium nidus and Diaplazium acrostichoides can be recommended as houseplants. Nephrolepis biserrata-Miniata, Nephrolepis biserrata furcans and Nephrolepis cordifolia can be used as border plants in landscapes. Nephrolepis exaltata, Bostoniensis compacta, Asplenium longissimum and Pteris ensiformis were observed to be attractive in hanging baskets. Nephrolepis biserrata-Miniata, Nephrolepis exaltata chidisii, Nephrolepis exaltata, Bostoniensis compacta and Diaplazium acrostichoides are suitable for bouquets and flower arrangements.
Comparative studies on growth and Yield of Conventional and Tissue culture plants of Turmeric (Curcuma longa) var. CO2
Authors: R Chitra
Published: October 2020

Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is an ancient spice, native of India and South East Asia used from antiquity as spice and a dye. It is commonly propagated through rhizomes. The availability of disease free quality planting material is scarce during the cropping season (June – September). An experiment was conducted to study the performance of in vitro derived turmeric plants with conventional rhizome under field condition. The results indicated that the tissue culture plants showed better performance over the conventional rhizome planting. Tissue culture plants grew vigorously and taller than conventional type. The highest yield potential was observed in tissue cultureplants (40.83 tons/ha) as compared to the conventional rhizome planting (30.14 tons/ha). The rhizome rot incidence was lower (3.87% ) in tissue culture plants than rhizome-derived plants (25.58% ). However, the agronomic traits observed during the present study in tissue culture plants are stable and rhizome harvested from tissue culture plants can be used as disease free planting materials for further planting.
Regional aspects of organizing anti-crisis management at enterprises for the production of special-purpose products
Authors: Kakatunova Tatiana V. , Maksimkin M. V. , Sorokin E. A.
Published: October 2020

The features of the formation of the anti-crisis management system for special-purpose enterprises are considered. Anti-crisis management strategies in industry are proposed