bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Comparação dos desfechos cirúrgicos e histopatológicos entre diferentes técnicas de conização cervical
Authors: Rangel Wandelson Macário , Souza Alex Sandro Rolland , Maia Carina Scanoni , Tenorio Fernanda das Chagas Angelo Mendes , Tenorio Bruno Mendes , Silva Neto Jacinto da Costa , Costa Aurélio Antônio Ribeiro da
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Descrever desfechos cirúrgicos e histopatológicos de pacientes submetidas à conização para tratamento de lesão cervical. Métodos: Estudo transversal, retrospectivo e analítico foi realizado para comparar características biológicas, demográficas, desfechos cirúrgicos, complicações pós-operatórias e resultados histopatológicos entre técnicas cirúrgicas (bisturi à frio vs. bisturi elétrico). Resultados: No total, 74 pacientes foram avaliadas, 47% por bisturi à frio e 52,7% por bisturi elétrico. Não se encontrou diferença significativa entre a técnica utilizando o bisturi frio comparado ao bisturi elétrico, respectivamente para sangramento intraoperatório (5,7% x 15,4%; p=0,267), necessidade de reabordagem (8,6% x 7,7%; p=1,00), duração média da cirurgia (48 min x 45 min; p=0,434) e tempo para alta hospitalar (24h x 24h; p=0,930). O resultado histopatológico do espécimen confirmou neoplasia intraepitelial cervical em 77,2% para bisturi à frio e 87,1% para bisturi elétrico (p=0,034). Não houve diferença entre os grupos para o comprometimento das margens (p=0,149) e ocupação glandular do espécimen no resultado histopatológico (p=0,894). Conclusão: Houve concordância estatística entre exames citopatológicos anormais e achados histopatológicos normais. Não sendo observada diferença significativa na duração da cirurgia, tempo para alta hospitalar ou no percentual de intercorrências.
Ações do enfermeiro no cuidado pré-natal
Authors: Nobre Paula Fabiane da Rocha , Silva Brenda Caroline Martins da , Santos Samara Janice de Albuquerque , Ferreira Elisângela da Silva , Real Jamylle Carina Ribamar Vila , Beviláqua Jannaina Campos , Parente Andressa Tavares , Marchiori Giovanna Rosario Soanno , Silva Silvio Éder Dias da , Rodrigues Diego Pereira
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Mapear e descrever as ações prestadas pelos enfermeiros e suas dificuldades no cuidado ao pré-natal de risco habitual. Método: Trata-se de um estudo do tipo Revisão Integrativa da Literatura, realizada em janeiro de 2023, por meio das bases de dados: Bases de dados de Enfermagem, Literatura Latino-Americano e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde, Scientific Electronic Library Online e Web of Science, delimitando estudos dos últimos 5 anos (2018 - 2022), nos idiomas português, inglês e espanhol, sendo utilizado os operadores booleanos AND e OR. Utilizou-se software Rayyan QCRI 0.0.1 para organização dos artigos. A partir da leitura, emergiu-se em 4 categorias temáticas. Resultados: Foram identificados 13 artigos, gerando quatro categorias temáticas a serem discutidas. Considerações finais: Por meio dos resultados, que os enfermeiros apresentam grande relevância na promoção e proteção ao cuidado pré-natal de baixo risco, tendo em vista seu olhar holístico. No entanto, estes profissionais se deparam com inúmeros desafios e dificuldade na realização efetiva de sua assistência no âmbito do pré-natal de baixo risco, necessitando de novas estratégias que assegurem uma linha de cuidado à gestante, para fins de um pré-natal efetivo.
Câncer de pele relacionado ao trabalhador rural no Distrito Federal: perfil epidemiológicos entre 2012-2022
Authors: Vasconcelos Juliana Azevedo de , Saraiva Maria Clara Ibrahim , Pereira Alexandre Sampaio Rodrigues
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Analisar o perfil de trabalhadores rurais que são acometidos pelo câncer de pele, no Distrito Federal no período de 2012 a 2022, a partir da base de dados governamental. Métodos: Estudo retrospectivo, epidemiológico, realizado a partir da análise dos dados contidos no Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN). Foram coletados dados relacionados a sexo, idade, grau de instrução, localização da lesão e tipo histológico durante o período determinado. Resultados: Foram identificados 135 trabalhadores rurais acometidos pela neoplasia, sendo a maioria (59,4%) mulheres de pele branca. O carcinoma basocelular foi o tipo histológico mais comumente encontrado, assim como a localização da lesão na região da face.  Conclusão: O estudo encontrou limitações durante a avaliação devido a precarização de preenchimento da ficha de notificação. Porém, os dados encontrados permitiram delimitar o perfil de pacientes em maior risco de desenvolver a neoplasia. A partir dessas informações, é possível elaborar estratégias em saúde direcionadas para essa população.
Avaliação de diferentes protocolos anestésicos para a realização de ovariosalpingohisterectomia em Wistar
Authors: Franco Pedro Pastorini , Silva Junior Wilson Ribeiro da , Carmo Tomaz José Aquino Vasconcelos do , Marta Maria Helena Moutinho , Paraense Hanna Caroline Duarte , Mesquita Ellen Yasmin Eguchi , Silva Daniel Alves Figueiredo da , Furlaneto Ismari Perini , Chaves Rosa Helena de Figueiredo
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Avaliar os efeitos de protocolos anestésicos na ovariosalpingohisterectomia (OSH) em ratas, avaliando frequência cardíaca (FC) e respiratória (FR), temperatura (Tº), tempo de indução e manutenção. Métodos: Foram utilizadas 28 ratas Wistar, distribuídas em 5 grupos com 7 animais cada, denominados grupos QX (Quetamina 80mg/Kg + Xilazina 20mg/Kg), QXF (Quetamina 60 mg/Kg + Xilazina 8 mg/kg + Fentanil 0,03 mg/Kg), QM (Quetamina 70 mg/Kg + Midazolam 5mg/kg) e QMF (Quetamina 60 mg/Kg + Midazolam 5mg/kg + Fentanil 0,03 mg/Kg). Foi realizada OSH e monitorização dos animais. Resultados: No transoperatório, o grupo QMF apresentou os maiores valores de FC em todos os tempos, enquanto QXF apresentou os menores valores e os grupos com xilazina (QX e QXF) tiveram valores abaixo do fisiológico, fato também observado na FR. No pós-operatório, o QMF teve maior média e foi o único com valor normal de FC, sendo QX o único com valores abaixo da normalidade. Para a FR, o QM teve maior média, enquanto QXF e QX apresentaram valores abaixo do fisiológico em alguns momentos. Conclusão: O protocolo QMF manteve os valores de FC, FR e Tº mais próximos dos valores fisiológicos.
As dificuldades na abordagem integral à saúde LGBTQIA+
Authors: Garcia David Lucas Viana , Muinhos Sofia Maria Brito Cal , Almeida Palloma Linhares de , Alencar Ravenna Gomes Oliveira de , Silva Éllen Kaylane de Souza , Miranda Yasmim Farias de , Deininger Layza de Souza Chaves
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Analisar na literatura científica as principais barreiras e necessidades relacionadas à abordagem integral à saúde pela população LGBTQIA+. Métodos: Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, com artigos publicados entre 2017 a 2022, nos idiomas português e inglês e com texto completo disponível. Empregou-se como questão norteadora: Quais são as principais barreiras de acesso à integralidade dos serviços de saúde enfrentadas pela população LGBTQIA+? As buscas bibliográficas foram realizadas, em outubro de 2023, nas bases de dados: Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS) e PubMed, a partir dos Descritores em Ciências da Saúde (DeCS): Comprehensive health care; Sexual and gender minorities; Violence; por meio de combinações com o uso do operador booleano “AND”. Resultados: 11 artigos que obedeceram aos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, no qual reportavam as dificuldades na abordagem integral aos cuidados de saúde das minorias sexuais e de gênero. Considerações finais: O olhar preconceituoso e estigmatizante das instituições e dos profissionais da saúde no atendimento à população LGBTQIA+, a partir de uma visão biologicista, invisibilizam suas especificidades e perpetuam barreiras na concretização de um cuidado integral e humanizado a esses indivíduos.
Tecidos peri-implantares: aspectos histomorfológicos e possíveis apresentações clínicas
Authors: Monteiro Camila Gonçalves Jezini , Machado Aldir Nascimento , Casado Priscila Ladeira , Oliveira Peterson Antônio Dutra , Oliveira Alcione Maria Soares Dutra de
Published: August 2024

Objetivo: Revisar a temática dos tecidos peri-implantares, seus aspectos histomorfológicos, manifestações clínicas e processos inflamatórios. Revisão bibliográfica: Os tecidos periodontais e peri-implantares apresentam características histomorfológicas semelhantes, embora cada qual apresente particularidades. A saúde peri-implantar caracteriza-se pela presença de tecido conjuntivo coberto por epitélio ceratinizado ou não e sem perda óssea radiograficamente visível. A mucosite peri-implantar é uma condição inflamatória dos tecidos moles ao redor do implante, sem perda óssea além daquela própria à remodelação óssea inicial. A peri-implantite é uma lesão inflamatória da mucosa ao redor de um implante endósseo com perda progressiva do osso peri-implantar de suporte. Considerações finais: Os tecidos periodontais e peri-implantares apresentam características anatômicas e histomorfológicas em comum, embora cada um apresente suas próprias particularidades. Além disso, o conhecimento anatômico e as manifestações clínicas dos processos de saúde e doenças peri-implantares são de extrema importância na prática clínica.
ESCAPIST BEHAVIOUR: NATURE AND CONSEQUENCES
Authors: Напсо М.Д.
Published: August 2024

В статье исследуется проблематика эскапизма, раскрываются условия и факторы, способствующие его возникновению, показывается его востребованность реалиями общества потребления. Эскапизм анализируется как социальный и психологический феномен, имеющий позитивные и негативные смыслы. Дается характеристика разных проявлений эскапизма, раскрываются схожие и отличительные черты реального и виртуального эскапизма. Акцентируется внимание на двойственной природе эскапизма, подчеркивается его социокультурная роль в качестве мотиватора социального поведения. Эскапизм рассматривается как инструмент достижения жизненных целей и как важнейшая поведенческая стратегия. Показывается влияние цифровых технологий на расширение пространства применяемых виртуальных эскапистских практик, исследуется их влияние на когнитивные способности индивида. Раскрываются характеристики гибридного бытия современного человека, обусловленного нерасторжимостью естественного и искусственного миров, процессы формирования фиджитал-реальности, изменяющей мировосприятие человека. Прослеживаются особенности сосуществования и взаимодействия реальных и виртуальных образов, процессы подмены реального иллюзорным. Показывается, как эскапизм способствует расширению пространства индивидуализма, одиночества, конформизма, усложняет процессы, связанные с социализацией и адаптаций к условиям изменяющегося технологического мира. Раскрываются социальные и психологические риски эскапистского мировоззрения и поведения.

The article explores the problematics of escapism, reveals the conditions and factors contributing to its emergence, shows its demand for the realities of consumer society. Escapism is analysed as a social and psychological phenomenon with positive and negative meanings. Different manifestations of escapism are characterised, similar and distinctive features of real and virtual escapism are revealed. Attention is paid to the dual nature of escapism, its sociocultural role as a motivator of social behaviour is emphasised. Escapism is considered as a tool for achieving life goals and as a crucial behavioural strategy. The influence of digital technologies on the expansion of the space of applied virtual escapist practices is shown, and their influence on the cognitive abilities of an individual is revealed. The article reveals the characteristics of the hybrid existence of modern man due to the inseparability of the natural and artificial world, the processes of formation of fijital-reality, which changes the worldview of man. The article traces the peculiarities of coexistence and interaction of real and virtual images, the processes of substitution of the real for the illusory. It is shown how escapism contributes to the expansion of the space of individualism, loneliness, conformism, complicates the processes associated with socialisation and adaptation to the changing technological world. Social and psychological risks of escapist worldview and behaviour are revealed.
STUDY OF SOCIO-PSYCHOLOGICAL PECULIARITIES OF ETHNIC IDENTITY OF RESIDENTS OF BORDER REGIONS OF RUSSIA AND KAZAKHSTAN
Authors: Константинов В.В. , Саткангулова Г.Ж.
Published: August 2024

В статье представлены результаты эмпирического исследования социально-психологических особенностей этнической идентичности жителей приграничных регионов России и Казахстана. Приведены результаты теоретического анализа социально-психологических и социологических исследований этнической идентичности, обусловленной особенностями проживания на той или иной территории. Дается обоснование для исследования социально-психологических особенностей этнической идентичности, обусловленных типом проживания (диффузным и компактным). Авторы раскрывают результат анализа полученных в ходе исследования эмпирических данных, характеризующих ценностные ориентации, этническую идентичность и социальную дистанцию жителей приграничных регионов России и Казахстана. Приведены данные социально-психологического опроса, направленного на изучение отношения к этнической принадлежности, межэтническим отношениям в ситуации коронавируса и цифровизации.

The article presents the results of empirical research of socio-psychological features of ethnic identity of residents of border regions of Russia and Kazakhstan. The results of theoretical analysis of socio-psychological and sociological research of ethnic identity, conditioned by the peculiarities of living in this or that territory, are given. Justification for the study of socio-psychological features of ethnic identity conditioned by the type of residence (diffuse and compact) is given. The authors reveal the result of the analysis of empirical data obtained in the course of the study, characterizing value orientations, ethnic identity and social distance of residents of border regions of Russia and Kazakhstan. The data of the socio-psychological survey aimed at studying attitudes to ethnicity, interethnic relations in the situation of coronavirus and digitalization are presented.
INDICATORS OF THE STRENGTH OF NERVOUS PROCESSES OF THE CADETS OF THE INSTITUTE OF CIVIL AVIATION DEPENDING ON THE COURSE OF STUDY
Authors: Гребенников Е.К. , Савельев С.Н. , Козак А.В. , Гребенникова И.Н. , Суботялов М.А.
Published: August 2024

В статье представлен анализ силы нервных процессов курсантов – будущих диспетчеров управления воздушным движением в зависимости от курса обучения. Использовалась методика «теппинг-тест», приведены поинтервально первичные данные, рассчитан коэффициент силы нервной системы и индекс выносливости отдельно для правой и левой рук. Определен коэффициент моторной асимметрии. Исследование проводилось при помощи аппаратно-программного комплекса «НС-ПсихоТест» (ООО Нейрософт). Анализ результатов позволил заключить, что средние значения курсантов определяются как промежуточный тип кривой работоспособности, соответствующий средне-слабой силе нервной системы, однако динамика изменения темпа различна в зависимости от курса обучения. Отмечены достоверные различия в темпе в некоторых интервалах. Положительное значение коэффициента моторной асимметрии во всех обследуемых группах свидетельствует о незначительном преобладании активности ведущей правой руки, в то время как индекс выносливости выше у ведущей левой руки. Данные статьи могут быть использованы с целью определения утомления и переутомления у курсантов, а также для определения моторной асимметрии.

The article analyzes the strength of nervous processes of cadets - future air traffic controllers depending on the course of study. The methodology "tapping-test" was used, primary data were given interval by interval, the coefficient of nervous system strength and endurance index were calculated separately for the right and left hands. The coefficient of motor asymmetry was determined. The study was conducted with the help of hardware-software complex "NS-PsychoTest" (Neurosoft Ltd.). The analysis of the results allowed to conclude that the average values of cadets are defined as an intermediate type of performance curve, corresponding to medium-weak strength of the nervous system, but the dynamics of the rate change is different depending on the course of study. Reliable differences in tempo in some intervals are noted. The positive value of the coefficient of motor asymmetry in all the studied groups indicates a slight predominance of the activity of the leading right hand, while the endurance index is higher in the leading left hand. These articles can be used for the purpose of determining fatigue and overfatigue in chicken-saints, as well as for determining motor asymmetry.
BAUXITE RESOURCE ESTIMATION IN BLOCK 2 AT PT. ANUGRAH BORNEO MARUYA PERSADA, KETAPANG REGENCY, KALIMANTAN BARAT PROVINCE
Authors: Ceuputra David Pranasetyo , Syafrianto M. Khalid , Mukhtar Wahdaniah
Published: August 2024

According to the Mineral Commodity Analysis and Evaluation Team of the International Mineral Information Center Development Project (1983), bauxite is an alumina ore used in industrial applications and as a primary material in aluminum production. Bauxite deposits are abundant in West Kalimantan. PT. Anugerah Borneo Maruya Persada, a mining company located in Deranuk Village, Jelai Hulu District, Ketapang Regency, focuses on bauxite extraction. Due to high market demand, the company seeks to identify new resources, necessitating an estimation of potential bauxite resources. This study evaluates the bauxite resources in Block 2 of PT. Anugrah Borneo Maruya Persada using the Area of Influence (AOI) polygon-included method. The bauxite volume is calculated by determining the area of influence and multiplying it by the deposit thickness. A test pit spacing of 50 meters and a cut-off grade of ≥35% were used to assess deposit distribution. Results show high-grade bauxite at 10 test pits, medium-grade at two pits, and low-grade at six pits, with deposits spreading from west to east. The total estimated bauxite volume in Block 2 is 66,250 m³ or 106,000 tons.
FINANCIAL FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS OF THE PONTIANAK STATE CATHOLIC RELIGIOUS COLLEGE (STAKATN) SANTA MARIA LECTURE BUILDING PROJECT
Authors: Lestari Nina Septia , Lusiana Lusiana , Rafie Rafie
Published: August 2024

In the era of globalization and rapid advancement in higher education, Indonesian institutions face challenges in providing adequate facilities to support learning. The State Catholic College of Pontianak (STAKATN) Santa Maria aims to address this by constructing a new lecture building. This study conducts a financial feasibility analysis of the project using Net Present Value (NPV), Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback Period (PP), and Sensitivity Analysis. The analysis, based on a 25-year planning period, shows a positive NPV of IDR 12,949,362,911.15, an IRR of 9.36% (exceeding the discount rate of 5.1%), and a BCR of 1.231, indicating that the project's benefits exceed its costs. The Simple Payback Period is ten years, while the Discounted Payback Period is 14. Sensitivity analysis reveals that the project’s viability is at risk with significant decreases in benefits or cost increases. The project is financially viable, but careful management of risks and costs is essential for successful implementation.
PRIVACY-PRESERVING MULTI-KEYWORD RANKED SEARCH OVER ENCRYPTED CLOUD DATA
Authors: Miss. Neha Shrirang Lad  , Miss. Deepali Deelip Suryawanshi  , Urmila Ravindra Patil
Published: August 2024

The advent of cloud computing, data owners are motivated to outsource their complex data management systems from local sites to commercial public cloud for great flexibility and economic savings. But for protecting data privacy, sensitive data has to be encrypted before outsourcing, which obsoletes traditional data utilization based on plaintext keyword search. Thus, enabling an encrypted cloud data search service is of paramount importance. Considering the large number of data users and documents in cloud, it is crucial for the search service to allow multi-keyword query and provide result similarity ranking to meet the effective data retrieval need. Related works on searchable encryption focus on single keyword search or Boolean keyword search, and rarely differentiate the search results. In this paper, for the first time, we define and solve the challenging problem of privacy-preserving multi-keyword ranked search over encrypted cloud data (MRSE), and establish a set of strict privacy requirements for such a secure cloud data utilization system to become a reality. Among various multi-keyword semantics, we choose the efficient principle of “coordinate matching”, i.e., as many matches as possible, to capture the similarity between search query and data documents, and further use “inner product similarity” to quantitatively formalize such principle for similarity measurement. We first propose a basic MRSE scheme using secure inner product computation, and then significantly improve it to meet different privacy requirements in two levels of threat models. Thorough analysis investigating privacy and efficiency guarantees of proposed schemes is given, and experiments on the real-world dataset further show proposed schemes indeed introduce low overhead on computation and communication.
Research on the Implementation Path of Ideological and Political Education in the “Horticultural Plant Production Technology” Course under the Rural Revitalization Strategy
Authors: Yuan Yuhong
Published: August 2024

The horticultural industry plays an important role in the rural revitalization strategy. As the core course of horticultural technology, “Horticultural Plant Production Technology” shoulders an important mission in serving the rural revitalization strategy and cultivating a group of rural revitalization talents who truly love agriculture, know agricultural techniques, and understand agriculture. Under the dimension of ideological and political education in the curriculum, based on the strategy of rural revitalization, the implementation path of ideological and political education in the curriculum is expanded and improved from the construction of education models, curriculum team building, excavation of ideological and political elements, and construction of evaluation systems, in order to improve the level of ideological and political education in horticultural plant production technology courses and provide certain reference and guidance for the ideological and political construction of similar agricultural vocational education courses.
EXTENSION OF SOME INTEGRAL TRANSFORM BY THE METHOD OF MULTIPLE INTEGRALS
Authors: Jaiswal Dilip Kumar
Published: August 2024

Extension of some Integral Transform by the Method of Multiple Integrals by Lebesgue measurable and Lebesgue integrable.
Enhancing Control Systems with Neural Network-Based Intelligent Controllers
Authors: Puentes Kevin , Morales Luis , Pozo-Espin David F. , Moya Viviana
Published: August 2024

The primary challenge faced by a neural controller in the dynamic model of a mobile robot lies in its ability to address the inherent complexity of the system dynamics. Given that mobile robots exhibit nonlinear movements and are subject to diverse environmental conditions, they contend with a challenging dynamic environment. The neural controllers must demonstrate the capability to continuously adapt and effectively learn to manage the variability present in the dynamic of the robot. This paper presents two intelligent controllers utilizing neural networks, showcasing their relevance in the field of robotics. The first controller, referred to as the neural PID (PIDN), integrates the traditional PID controller with a neural component. The second controller leverages the dynamic model of a differential robot to improve trajectory tracking, employing a parallel architecture that combines PID with neural networks (PID+NN). Our proposals adhere to a cascading structure, where the outer loop takes the lead in reducing position errors through a kinematic controller, while concurrently, the inner loop is employed to regulate linear and angular velocities through the proposed controllers. The controllers are validated in the CoppeliaSIM simulator, offering a realistic setting for evaluating the behavior of the chosen Pioneer 3-DX robot. To comprehensively assess controller performance, three strategies are examined: PIDN, PID+NN, and the conventional PID. Through a blend of qualitative and quantitative analyses, employing diverse performance metrics, the advantages of our proposed controllers become apparent. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-01 Full Text: PDF
Political Study Analyses of Education Policy to Improve Education Quality
Authors: Jumaidi Agus , Mustanir Mustanir , Yusuf T. Rusli , Sanusi Sanusi
Published: August 2024

Objective: This case study analyzes the influence of political education policies on the educational standards in Aceh, Indonesia. Methods/Analysis: The study examines the impact of political stability and governance changes on educational frameworks and outcomes, specifically focusing on reforms made after 2005. The study used qualitative methods, analyzed data from interviews with educators, policymakers, and students, and reviewed relevant government documents and education statistics. Finding: Increased political autonomy in Aceh has led to a more culturally and regionally adapted education policy, improving student participation and learning. A more inclusive educational atmosphere for various students has been created by including local language and culture studies. According to the report, political stability also facilitates school finance and resource distribution, increasing infrastructure and teacher training. Balancing national education standards with local requirements and ensuring fair access to quality education in Aceh's districts remain challenges. According to the report, policymakers should spend in teacher training, infrastructure, and inclusive curriculum to preserve and strengthen Aceh education. Novelty/Improvement:Political stability and governance in Aceh have affected curriculum creation, teaching methods, and learning results, according to this study. These political dynamics present problems and opportunities for sustainable education programs, which the study examines. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-011 Full Text: PDF
Challenges of Women Healthcare Workers during COVID-19
Authors: Al-Akashee Bushra , Barhoumi Wafa , Algharbawi Fatima A. , Hegazy Fatma
Published: August 2024

Objectives: The study aimed to identify the psychological and social challenges faced by Emirati women working in the medical field during COVID-19, as well as the extent to which these challenges differed depending on the nature of their work, the variable of their social status, and the extent to which these challenges were related to the study’s primary variables. Methodology: For this study, a questionnaire for assessing psychological and social issues was developed, and after obtaining psychometric features and proving validity and stability, it was used on a sample of 150 Emirati women. Results:The statistical data show that the study sample in the field of psychological issues suffers anxiety, dread, tension, and agitation. In addition, there are social difficulties to consider, such as social stigma, loss of family and professional relations, absence from home, trouble maintaining a work-life balance, and strained social relationships with patients. The findings also revealed a lack of statistical significance with the variables of the place of residence and social status on the study sample’s varying challenges, as well as the presence of a statistically significant relationship between the study variables (age, shift time, housing, work sector, number of years of experience) and the challenges. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-017 Full Text: PDF
A New Concept of Consumer Behavior in the Circular Economy
Authors: Avrami Elidon , Filatov Evgeniy A. , Durmanov Akmal Sh. , Shkalenko Anna V. , Kosov Mikhail E. , Ponkratov Vadim V. , Pozdnyaev Andrey S. , Nikolaeva Irina V.
Published: August 2024

The increasing volumes of produced and consumed wastes and the very low level of waste disposal weakly correlate with the key provisions of the concept of sustainable development, environmental protection, and socioeconomic development of society. This study aims to substantiate the provisions of a new concept of consumer behavior in a circular economy based on responsible and environmentally oriented consumer behavior. Online participants (N=400 suburban eco-conscious shoppers) were randomly assigned packaging with either collective, generational, or no sustainability messaging before rating eco-friendliness, intentions, and conducting discrete choice tasks. Results showed that collective impact messaging drove the highest perceived eco-alignment (M=5.81 vs. 4.22 control) and willingness-to-pay thresholds. Moderation analysis indicated that collective appeals strengthened eco-perception relationships with premiums. Findings provide empirical evidence that targeted circular economy communications can increase sustainable packaging appeal and economic adoption tradeoffs to overcome attitudinal barriers around consumer recycling behavior. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-01 Full Text: PDF
Driving Digital Transformation: How Transformational Leadership Bridges Learning Agility and Digital Technology Adoption in MSMEs
Authors: Chang Chwen-Li , Octoyuda Edgar
Published: August 2024

Objectives: The utilization of technology within an organization is believed to enhance its effectiveness and efficiency. To reap the benefits of technology, MSMEs must adopt digital technology innovation. Individuals and its capabilities within the organization play a significant role in digital technology innovation adoption. This study aims to examine the nexus between learning agility, transformational leadership, and adoption to digital technology innovations. Methods: This study examines the hypotheses involving 203 employees of MSMEs utilizing PLS-SEM. Results: PLS-SEM results show that learning agility and transformational leadership affect digital technology innovation adoption. Accordingly, transformational leadership mediates the connection between learning agility and the adoption of digital technology innovations. Novelty:This research has implications for organizations in adopting digital innovation, where organizations can optimize individual learning agility and utilize transformational leadership styles to persuade employees to adopt digital technology innovation. Furthermore, this research lies in its comprehensive examination of how transformational leadership can amplify the effects of individual learning agility, thereby fostering a more conducive environment for digital innovation within MSMEs. In addition to a comprehensive discussion, this study provides both theoretical and practical guidelines and provides a thorough examination of both aspects. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-020 Full Text: PDF
A New Concept of Specialized Standards to Improve the Quality of Higher Legal Education
Authors: Tlepina Sholpan , Sarsembayev Marat , Abaideldinov Yerbol , Balmagambetova Venera , Zukay Zhanerke
Published: August 2024

This study analyzes specialized national and international legal acts and standards that enjoy national and international recognition and are relevant to ensuring the appropriate quality of higher legal education in Kazakhstan. Applying methods of logical and legal analysis, a global approach to comparing the practices of legal education within the country and abroad, the authors offer specific recommendations for improving specific standards of Kazakh legislation on education, namely, the adoption of the draft law “On Higher Education” in the republic; the introduction of the Socratic method in the lecture and educational process, creative vacations as a special type of professional development at law faculties of universities; the use of digital artificial intelligence tools at all stages of law students’ education; providing more practical training; and significant restructuring of the knowledge verification system in exams. It is concluded that improving the quality of legal education is necessary for training highly qualified lawyers for legal practice, and lawyers with an anti-corruption legal consciousness. The novelty of this study is determined by its unique thematic focus, since it concerns an unexplored domain of specialized legal norms in the legal education sector of Kazakhstan. In addition, this study is novel as it is the first study in the history of the Republic in terms of improving higher legal education with the help of legislative and international legal norms. The practical significance of this study lies in the regulations and practices proposed for implementation. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-04-09 Full Text: PDF
Improving reproductive health skills through simulation: a call for innovations
Authors: Edouard Lindsay
Published: August 2024

Simulation is the process by which a procedure or process is mimicked with artificial objects for the purpose of learning a skill set in the laboratory before transferring the skills to real-life situations. Worries, by church, state and medical practitioners, of the unduly high levels of maternal and neonatal mortality in 18th century Europe led to training programmes: the family name Grégoire became associated with manikins as developed by father and son, both surgeon-accoucheurs in Paris where Madame Coudray trained birth attendants1,2. However, it was not until 2003 that philosopher Nick Bostrom introduced his famous “simulation theory”3 that posited that “we are all living inside an artificial situation”. The global acceptance of this theory has propelled the use of simulation in multiple fields, and it seems that medical practice may be one of a few fields of learning not routinely using simulation before trainees are exposed to actual clinical practice.
Peritoneal inclusion cysts in an adolescent female: A case report and review of the literature
Authors: Zaman Amal , Mansour Insherah , Arab Tarek , Gasim Turki , Adwan Lamyaa , Hamawi Jumanah
Published: August 2024

Several studies have shown that most peritoneal inclusion cysts (PIC) cases occur almost exclusively in women of childbearing age and patients who have had abdominal or pelvic surgery. We report a case of PIC diagnosed in a 19 years old single adolescent female with chronic pelvic pain and secondary amenorrhea with no prior history of abdominal surgery. A multilocular abnormality in the pelvis and a septated pelvic fluid encompassing the ovaries and extending to the right iliac fossa was revealed by ultrasound images and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), respectively. She was treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics, and after symptoms persisted, a laparoscopic exploration that resolved all symptoms was performed. After histological analysis, she was diagnosed with peritoneal inclusion cysts. PICs are a rare non-ovarian cause of cystic pelvic lesions and should be considered in its differential diagnosis. Furthermore, diagnostic laparoscopy can be performed when no precise radiological diagnosis is obtained. Surgical excision of all visible cyst walls remains the best-recommended treatment.
Gender differences in positive sexual behaviour among a young adult cohort in South Africa: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Akokuwebe Monica , Idemudia Erhabor
Published: August 2024

Risky sexual behaviour among young adults continues to rise in South Africa, but aggregated data on positive sexual behaviours by sex are often ignored. Using the 2016 South Africa Demographic and Health Survey dataset, this study examined the gender differences in positive sexual behaviour among young adult cohorts in South Africa. One thousand, seven hundred and twenty-four male and female adult cohorts (aged 15-34) who had engaged in positive sexual behaviours (condom use at last sex and single sexual partnership) were included in this study. Frequencies, cross-tabulations and logistic regression models were described and were fitted to the data between sociodemographic factors and the outcome variable at ρ<0.05. Respondents’ mean age was 16.3±2.4 years (female‒15.6±2.2 years and male‒15.2±2.3 years). The determining factors associated with positive sexual behaviours varied by gender were age 15–34 years, education, working status and HIV knowledge. The logistic regression results showed that age 25‒29 (AOR = 2.21) and 30‒34 (AOR = 3.34), exposure to media (AOR = 1.28, HIV knowledge (AOR = 1.18), and provinces (Northern Cape–AOR = 1.12 and Limpopo–AOR = 1.34) were found to be predictors of positive sexual behaviours among male respondents. While education (primary: AOR = 1.02; secondary: AOR = 1.57), rich wealth status (AOR = 2.68), Coloured population group (AOR = 2.49), delayed sexual debut (AOR = 4.42), and those from KwaZulu-Natal province (AOR = 4.56) were found to have higher odds of predicting positive sexual behaviour among female respondents. There were significant gender differences in the predictors of positive sexual behaviours. There is an urgent need to develop sexual and reproductive strategies that promote the adoption of positive sexual behaviour prevention among young adults in South Africa.
Prevalence of human papillomavirus infection among women at a gynaecological clinic in Tlemcen, Algeria
Authors: Boublenza Lamia , Nahet Amira , Masdoua Nabila , Sadouki Nabila , Hamane Douadi , Zatla Ilyes
Published: August 2024

High-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) is recognized as the etiologic agent responsible for cervical cancer, ranking as the second most prevalent cancer among women in Algeria with an incidence rate of 10.4 per 100,000. The primary aim of this study was to conduct a preliminary prospective investigation into the detection of HR-HPV infections in Tlemcen, Algeria, where screening is exclusively based on cytology. A total of 130 cervical swabs were analysed in this study. HPV detection was performed utilizing the Cobas® 4800 test, incorporating polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for individual genotyping of HPV-16 and HPV-18, as well as pooled detection of 12 other commonly occurring HPVs. The findings revealed that out of the 130 samples, 28 tested positive for HR-HPV, resulting in a prevalence rate of 21.5%. Among these cases, five infections demonstrated the coexistence of HPV16 with other HR-HPV genotypes. The prevalence of HPV16 infections was determined to be 28.6% (8/28), whereas 68% of infections (19/28) were attributed to other HR-HPV genotypes. These observations indicate that HPV16 was not the prevailing genotype. Consequently, these results underscore the necessity for a larger-scale study with an expanded sample size encompassing cytology and HPV testing. Such an investigation would be invaluable in facilitating the development of a national prevention program to effectively control cervical cancer.
BEYOND ROTE LEARNING: USING CONSTRUCTIVIST APPROACH TO ENHANCE GRAMMAR COMPREHENSION AND APPLICATION IN ENGLISH WRITING
Authors: Tazeen Aliya , Kader Noora Abdul
Published: August 2024

The shift from conventional teaching methods to learner-centric approaches reflects the changing landscape of education towards more individualised and engaging learning experiences. Constructivism is a creative approach that is one of the best methods for improving English language proficiency. It is a well-known learner-centric method emphasising active participation, inquiry, and knowledge-building in interactive, discussion-based learning settings. The National Education Policy (2020) also supports a pedagogical framework that focuses on the student and encourages experiential learning, holistic growth, inquiry-based investigation, and adaptable teaching methodologies. This study examines the efficacy of authentic teaching practices rooted in the constructivist approach to teaching grammar in secondary schools. This study supports the NEP's goal of using constructivist, learner-centric techniques to transform education. The research design employed is quasi-experimental. Data is gathered from two intact classes of the ninth grade, comprising around 80 students from Aligarh Muslim University. The control and experimental groups consist of 40 participants each, ensuring equal sample sizes in both groups. The sample is chosen using the convenient sampling method, and the data is analysed using suitable statistical techniques such as t-tests and ANCOVA. The study results will be used to modify and reorganise instructional strategies so students acquire grammatical structures more successfully.
Identifying genomic variations in metabolic syndrome as a research strategy
Authors: Khidirova L. , Bolshakova M.
Published: August 2024

A review of modern Russian and foreign literature devoted to the genetic determinants of metabolic syndrome, mainly in young men, was carried out. When searching for information, the RSCI, Best Evidence, PubMed, Clinical Evidence, and Cochrane Library databases were used. It has been determined that the clinical manifestations of metabolic syndrome in young people are caused by complex intergenic interactions of polymorphisms of a number of genes (FTO, ACE, TCF7L2, ITGA2B, CSK, MTHFR). Among them, the CSK, FTO and TCF7L2 genes play a significant role. Timely identification of genetic predictors of metabolic disorders is of great clinical importance. The long-term consequences of risk factors such as excess body weight, insulin resistance and the resulting hypertension can accumulate exponentially. In this regard, it is necessary to conduct large cohort studies not to study the consequences of metabolic syndrome, but to identify the genetic factors in the formation of this syndrome for the possibility of targeted treatment for this category of people.
Peripheral nervous system damage in coronavirus infection: research results
Authors: Amosova N. , Kucherenko S. , Ratnikov V. , Alekseeva T.
Published: August 2024

SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus has the ability to affect the nervous system and cause various neurologic disorders, both in the acute period and after recovery or during the development of post-coital syndrome. Among the nosologic forms of peripheral nervous system lesions after a new coronavirus infection are mononeuropathies, multineuropathies, multiple neuropathies, and noninflammatory polyneuropathies. Both the debut of neurological disease with varying degrees of severity of symptoms, including disabling, and progression of the existing pathology, requiring a change in treatment tactics, are possible. The article presents the results of a prospective study evaluating the effect of COVID-19 on the peripheral nervous system. Recommendations for physicians on the management of patients with peripheral nervous system damage against the background of coronavirus infection developed on the basis of the obtained information are presented.
Atypical hemolytic-uremic syndrome: etiopathogenesis, diagnosis and therapy
Authors: Zukhovitskaya H. , Kabaeva E. , Tsvirko D.
Published: August 2024

Atypical hemolytic-uremic syndrome (aHUS) is one of the variants of primary thrombotic microangiopathies (TMA). It is based on chronic uncontrolled activation of the complement system due to mutations in the genes of regulatory proteins of the alternative pathway of the complement system of hereditary or acquired nature. The result of this is endothelial damage leading to generalized thrombus formation in the microvasculature (so-called complement-mediated TMA). The main manifestations are thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia and organ damage, making up the classic triad of TMA. The diagnosis of aHUS is a diagnosis of exclusion. It is established on the basis of the characteristic clinical picture after excluding all other forms of TMA, both primary and secondary. The treatment of aHUS is based on the use of plasma exchange and anti-C5 monoclonal antibodies.
Characterization of Phyto fabricated Sulfur Nanoparticles Synthesized by Aloe vera leaves Extract via Herbal Method
Authors: N. S. Dixit  , S. G. Khobragade  , A. S. Kedar  , M. S. Dixit  , A. S. Dixit
Published: August 2024

This research explores the eco-friendly synthesis of sulfur nanoparticles through an herbal method utilizing Aloe vera leaves extract. The utilization of natural extracts for nanoparticle synthesis aligns with sustainable practices. The study focuses on optimizing the synthesis conditions and provides a detailed structural characterization of the resulting sulfur nanoparticles. Techniques such as X-ray Diffraction (XRD) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) employed to analyze the crystalline structure, morphology, elemental composition, and surface properties of the nanoparticles. The findings contribute to the understanding of green synthesis methods and offer insights into potential applications in catalysis, sensors, and medicine. This research underscores the importance of sustainable approaches in nanomaterial synthesis using herbal resources.
High-performance Work Systems and Recovery Experiences: An Empirical Study
Authors: Himani Agrawal  , Lovy Sarikwal
Published: August 2024

High-performance work systems practices increase employee performance, but can they also help employees recover from work-related stress and improve their well-being and productivity? In order to foster resilient workers, stress and anxiety must be reduced whenever feasible. This important but minimally discussed problem is the subject of the current study. Purposive sampling was the method used in this investigation. Participants in the study were software engineers from high-performing IT firms. The period of data collection was September 2023–March 2024. A total of 390 employees provided data, and 338 of the surveys were deemed acceptable for use. Software like Microsoft Excel, SPSS 25, Smart PLS 3.3 and Wondershare EdrawMax contributed to the analysis and presentation of the data. The findings showed that motivation-enhancing HPWS practices have a strong and favourable relationship with employees' psychological detachment and level of relaxation. Managers and organisations can foster motivation-enhancing practices to counterbalance the workload that comes from other HR practices. The study derives significant research gaps that must be explored in the future.