bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Study on the divide among the Five Basic Tastes through Yin-Yang and five elements theory
Authors:   The Academy of Real Korean History, Lee Ock Hwa
Published: November 2023

By examining the divide among the Five Basic Tastes inherent in the Yin- Yang-five elements theory, we tried to identify the characteristics of the symbolism of Mokhaeng (sour), Hwahaeeng (bitter), Tohaeng (sweet), Geumhaeng (spicy), and Haeng (salty). The theoretical background of Omigwan is the misconception and thought, and five basic tastes was formed in a vigorous season by climate change, the concept of time. The influence on the human body is extended from negative inhalation and positive discharge functions to the five intestines in the human body, and a balanced control method was preceded because substrate tendencies such as accumulated omi could be a side effect. It was confirmed that the utility form became the universality of the five basic tastes due to changes in physical properties between the conflicting tendencies of the divide among the five basic tastes.
Manjae(晩齋), Ju Won-taek’s (朱元澤)Gasa Writing and His Consciousness World
Authors:   The Academy of Real Korean History, Kang ji-hye
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study is to discover Manjae, Ju Won-taek's new Gasa works and report them to the academic world. In addition, by estimating Ju Won-taek's life, this study tried to understand the purpose and background of Gasa writing, and the writer's consciousness shown in the works.
Most of the original Gasas included in his Gasa-anthology “Geumsugangsan Travelogue (錦繡江山遊覽記)” are presumed to be his works in the 1960s. In his works, the expression method of dual meaning (二重字義), which was frequently used in the late Joseon Dynasty, appears. Dual meaning, which gives a new meaning to Gasa's word-syllable by using an ambiguous expression, is one of the poetic characteristics that appear throughout sijo, japga, and Chinese poetry, as well as Gasa in the late Joseon Dynasty as a pun expression method that was popular in the late Joseon Dynasty. After liberation, the traditional Shiga was replaced by the pre-modern literature style, and Gasa that has continued to the modern times is mainly Gyubang- Gasa. Considering this point, it can be seen that his Gasa works written in the 20th century inherited the pun expression method that was popular in the late Joseon Dynasty.
Also, it can be confirmed that various contents are used as literary materials in his Gasa works. What is paid attention to here are the works based on the history of our nation. Through works such as “Daehan (大韓) Pride”, “Gyeongju Travel (慶州遊覽)”, “Deungnamsangongwonchan (登南山公園讃)”, and “Armed Forces National Cemetery Visit Worship (國軍墓地參拜)”, he reflected the phases of the times.
His works based on history are closely connected to his consciousness as a writer. The 20th century was a time when sovereignty and land were taken away from Imperial Japan during the Imperial Japan’s colonial period, and ethnic conflicts arose through 6-25 War, 4-19 Revolution, and 5-16 Military Coup. He suggests national unity as a way to overcome these national crises. To him, unity of the nation was the way to overcome the national crisis and at the same time, the way for our people to move forward. Therefore, He thought we would be able to overcome the country's crisis by emphasizing the identity of the nation through our history and culture and restoring national pride.
A importância do marketing na incorporação de empresas familiares no mercado de ovos
Authors: Da Cruz Pablo Cavalcante , Da Silva Ana Clissia Pereira , Roberto José Carlos Alves , Pinto Junior José Roberto Lira
Published: November 2023

Este documento aborda a importância do marketing na incorporação de empresas familiares no mercado de ovos. O objetivo deste estudo é analisar o impacto do marketing nesse contexto específico, com foco na visibilidade, competitividade e crescimento sustentável das empresas familiares. O método utilizado incluiu uma extensa revisão bibliográfica, com análise de estudos acadêmicos, livros e artigos científicos, além de um estudo de caso da Granja Santa Fé LTDA. Os resultados mostraram que a implementação de estratégias de marketing adequadas contribui para o aumento da visibilidade e reconhecimento das empresas familiares no mercado de ovos. O uso de técnicas de marketing eficazes fortalece sua competitividade, atraindo e retendo clientes. O marketing desempenha um papel fundamental na criação de estratégias de posicionamento, comunicação efetiva com os clientes e construção de relacionamentos duradouros. Conclui-se que o conhecimento do histórico e conceito de empresa familiar é essencial para entender o contexto das empresas familiares no mercado de ovos. A pesquisa também ressalta a relevância do marketing na incorporação dessas empresas, fornecendo insights valiosos para fortalecer sua presença no mercado e alcançar o crescimento sustentável.
Vulnerabilidade clínico-funcional em pessoas idosas hospitalizadas: prevalência e fatores associados
Authors: Bordin Danielle , Michalski Juliana , Bordin Rodrigo , Bernartt Maria de Lourdes , Reche Péricles Martim , Krum Everson Augusto
Published: November 2023

Introdução: a fragilidade é uma síndrome geriátrica que resulta em declínio fisiológico, com condições que contribuem no declínio da saúde. Objetivo: avaliar a prevalência de vulnerabilidade clínico-funcional em idosos e associação com fatores de saúde. Metodologia: estudo transversal realizado com pessoas idosas internadas em Ponta Grossa, entre 2020-2021 (n=653). Foram coletados dados sociodemográficos e aplicado o Índice de Vulnerabilidade Clínico-Funcional (IVCF-20). Realizou-se o teste qui-quadrado. Resultados: a prevalência de pessoas idosas frágeis foi de 46,9% e esteve associada à perda da capacidade de realizar atividade básica (p<0,001) e instrumental de vida diária (p<0,001), polipatologia (p<0,001), dificuldade para caminhar (p<0,001), internação prévia (p<0,001), problemas de audição (p<0,001), incontinência esfincteriana (p<0,001), duas ou mais quedas no último ano (p<0,001), polifarmácia (p<0,001) e comprometimento cognitivo (p<0,001). Conclusão: encontrou-se alta prevalência de pessoas idosas frágeis, com vários fatores de saúde associados. O enfermeiro é fundamental na identificação precoce da fragilidade e no suporte ao bem-estar geral de pessoas idosas.
Aves do Cerrado: uma revisão bibliométrica de estudos de avifauna no segundo maior bioma da América do Sul
Authors: Dos Santos Tatiane Freitas , Santos Suely Silva , Brandão Bruna Araujo , Gomes Irene  Suelen de Araujo , Siqueira Airton Janes da Silva , Dos Santos Mariana  de Freitas , Diniz Mateus Gomes , Gomes Maria de Jesus Pereira
Published: November 2023

As aves são vistas como notáveis indicadores de qualidade ambiental, tornando-se relevantes para o conhecimento e monitoramento das mudanças ambientais. O Cerrado é a maior savana da América do Sul e é considerado o principal hotspot de biodiversidade, contudo o bioma foi o segundo ecossistema brasileiro que mais sofreu com a ocupação humana. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma revisão dos estudos relacionados à avifauna do Cerrado do Brasil. O estudo foi realizado através de uma revisão bibliométrica do tipo documental, exploratória, de abordagem quantitativa, utilizando na busca, os seguintes termos como descritores: “Cerrado bird*” ou “Cerrado avifauna”. A revisão bibliométrica foi obtida por meio das bases Web of Science e Scopus. De modo geral, 22 trabalhos foram levantados na pesquisa. Destes, 12 publicações possuem listas de espécies do Cerrado, que somadas perfazem 285 registros de espécies para o bioma. Cinco trabalhos abordam a importância da conservação e as consequências das atividades antrópicas para as espécies, quatro tratam da caracterização e uso do habitat no Cerrado e uma publicação aborda vírus relacionados às aves do bioma. No que se refere a composição de aves do Cerrado, dentre as famílias de espécies mais abundantes nas publicações, houve o destaque da família Tyrannidae. A maioria dos representantes dessa família possuem hábito alimentar predominantemente frugívoro, o que pode explicar a abundância dessas espécies na região, sendo importantes no processo de dispersão de sementes de plantas do Cerrado. Através da análise, é possível inferir que os estudos sobre a temática devem continuar com o objetivo de promover a conservação das espécies e da região.
A case of iatrogenic septal lipoma after transsphenoidal approach of a pituitary surgery
Authors:   Korea Skull Base Society, Han Young Seok , Kim Joo Yeon , Kim Chang Hoi , Kwon Jae Hwan
Published: November 2023

Lipoma is the most common benign tumor in adults, but it is rare in the nasal cavity, paranasal si-nus, and nasal septum. A 44-year-old woman who had a fat autograft during pituitary surgery two months ago visited with a headache and a fetid odor. Although there were no specific findings on her nasal endoscopy, 2.0 cm × 1.5 cm homogenous low-density mass was persisted in the posterior septum and sphenoid sinus on non-contrast computed tomography. Under general anesthesia, we completely removed the mass through endoscopic sinus surgery and postoperative histopathology confirmed it as a fibrolipoma. We report a case of nasal septal fibrolipoma resulting from autologous fat grafted during surgical removal of a pituitary tumor.
A dermoid cyst misdiagnosed as a lipoma in the auriculotemporal area
Authors:   Korea Skull Base Society, Lee Ju Yeob , Kim Bo Young , Kim Jung Yeon , Chang Young-Soo
Published: November 2023

A dermoid cyst is an unusual congenital anomaly that is lined by squamous epithelium and contains skin adnexal structures, such as sebaceous glands and hair follicles. Only a few cases of dermoid cysts have been reported to occur around the auricle and several benign tumors should be considered in the differential diagnosis. In this article, the authors have experienced a 12-year-old female with the congenital painless mass at the left auriculotemporal area. The computed tomography showed a low-contrast enhancing mass similar to adipose tissue. The lesion was considered as a lipoma until we observed the skin adnexal structures when it ruptured intraoperatively. Although benign tumors are rarely involved in the auriculotemporal area, presenting without symptoms, it is recommended of complete excision to prevent the possibility of malignancy, recurrence, or infection. Thus, we report a very rare case of a dermoid cyst of the auriculotemporal area with the literature review.
Management of exposed cochlear implants: Two cases of salvaging implants using rotational scalp flap and galeal flap
Authors:   Korea Skull Base Society, Seo Young Jun , Park Jeong Hae , Moon Suk-Ho , Park Shi Nae
Published: November 2023

Cochlear implant (CI) is an effective surgical option for managing severe sensorineural hearing loss. Among the postoperative complications, implant exposure has been considered as one of the most threatening and serious complications. Conventionally, replacing a new device after a removal of the exposed one has been well known to be performed. Salvaging the exposed implant without explanta-tion can be challenging and beneficial and recently has been reported as an alternative management option. Here, we report our experience salvaging two cases of exposed cochlear implants using a rotational scalp flap reconstruction combined with implant coverage with a galeal flap.
Effect of middle turbinate partial resection in olfactory function in endoscopic transsphenoidal approach: A retrospective study
Authors:   Korea Skull Base Society, Park Da-Hee , Ryu Un-Kyoung , Jang Hyo Beom , Roh Hwan-Jung , Kim Dong Jo , Lee Chi Hyung , Sung Soon-Ki , Mun Sue Jean
Published: November 2023

Background: There are controversies on whether endoscopic transsphenoidal approach (TSA) affects postoperative olfaction. This study aimed to compare olfactory function in regard of partial resection status of middle turbinate (MT) and analyze the amount of resection in images.
Materials and Methods: This study retrospectively reviewed 46 patients who had undergone endoscopic TSA due to pituitary adenoma or Rathke’s cleft cyst from 2015 to 2019. MT preserva-tion (MTP) group was defined as the group of patients whose MTs were preserved. MT resection (MTR) group was defined as the group of patients whose MTs were partially resected unilaterally or bilaterally. Olfactory function was compared with pre- and postoperative 3-month Korean version of sniffing sticks test-II which was composed of threshold, discrimination, identification (TDI) scores each making 16 with correct answers. Pre- and postoperative images including paranasal computed tomography and sellar magnetic resonance imaging were analyzed using Picture Archiving and Communication System.
Results: There were 41 pituitary adenomas and 5 Rathke’s cleft cysts. Male patients were 39.1% (n = 18) and mean age was 42.6. About 1/3 (31%) of MT was resected in MTR group (n = 13), which had the effect of increasing the cross-sectional area of the nasal cavity by 19%. Post-septectomy area was 6% of total septum. Preoperative TDI score was 27.34 and postoperative TDI score was 25.42. There were no significant differences of olfactory score in total, MTR and MTP groups 3 months after endoscopic TSA.
Conclusions: Resection of lower third of MT may produce low morbidity in respect of olfactory function after endoscopic TSA.
Small Intestinal GIST A rare cause of spontaneous and abundant hemoperitoneum
Authors:   Department of Visceral Surgery, Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital, Mohamed V University, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Rabat, Morocco, Rahali Anwar
Published: November 2023

Spontaneous hemoperitoneum is a rare cause of acute abdominal pain. When it happens, it may be fatal. The etiology includes generally hepatic, splenic, gynecologic, vascular causes, and bleeding disorders [1]. Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) are uncommon tumors with a diverse malignancy potential, habitually detected in the stomach and the small intestine [2]. This entity is exceptionally responsible for a spontaneous hemoperitoneum [3].
Erythema nodosum A rare inflammatory disorder
Authors:   Department of Pharmacy Practice, Deccan School of Pharmacy, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Haq Mohammed Misbah Ul
Published: November 2023

Erythema nodosum is a rare inflammatory disorder that affects the subcutaneous fat layer. We present a case of a 32-yearold male patient who presented with painful nodules on his lower legs, associated with mild fever, malaise, and joint pain. Laboratory tests, including a complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, and C-reactive protein, were within normal limits. A skin biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of erythema nodosum. The patient was started on a course of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and the nodules resolved over several weeks. This case highlights the importance of considering erythema nodosum in the differential diagnosis of a patient presenting with tender nodules on the lower legs and underscores the need for appropriate investigation to identify any underlying systemic cause
Pityriasis Amiantacea A Diagnostic Challenge
Authors:   Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Hospital, Anushakti Nagar, Mumbai, India., Sawant Sangeeta P
Published: November 2023

Pityriasis amiantacea (PA) is a distinct papulosquamous condition of the scalp characterized by asbestos-like thick scales attached to the hair shaft. Its pathogenesis remains uncertain but represents a reaction pattern of the scalp to various inflammatory diseases. We report a case of PA in an eight year old girl who presented with difficult to treat dandruff. Awareness of its diagnosis is important while managing the such a case.
A uniportal video assisted thoracic surgery approach for lung cancer with silicosis and highly inflammatory lymph nodes
Authors:   Division of Thoracic Surgery, Respiratory Disease Center, Seirei Mikatahara General Hospital, 3453, Mikatahara-cho, Kita-ku Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan., Watanabe Takuya
Published: November 2023

While uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery (U-VATS) is a viable minimally invasive surgical approach, it may restrict the control of surgical instruments. Furthermore, whether or not U-VATS is well-indicated for lung cancer with silicosis and inflammatory lymph nodes is unclear. We herein report a case of resection performed by U-VATS for lung cancer with silicosis and highly inflammatory lymph nodes and describe the procedures and techniques used. The vessels and bronchus cannot be dissected easily in the hilum due to the presence of several extremely inflamed lymph nodes, and these structures had to be exposed while avoiding inflammatory lymph nodes #10 and #12u in this case. Curved instruments and hooked electrocautery proved useful for these procedures. In addition, the grasping technique using the curved forceps was useful for achieving sufficient tension to expose the vessels. Bulk dissection of the pulmonary artery and bronchus with a stapler may be useful when these structures cannot be isolated, such as with B1 and A2a in the present case. The postoperative course was good, and the patient was discharged on postoperative day 6. Substantial experience and knowledge as well as proficiency with the associated techniques will make difficult surgeries such as this case possible by U-VATS.
Severe SARS-Cov-2 infection with extrapulmonary manifestation in a 3-month-old child
Authors:   Department of Infectious Diseases, Yerevan State Medical University, Yerevan, Armenia, Ghazaryan Arshak
Published: November 2023

The symptoms of COVID-19 are highly variable and have been reported to be mild in the pediatric population compared to adults [1-4]. However, there is a paucity of data on the disease severity and manifestations associated with different SARS-CoV-2 variants in children
PSICOLOGIA CULTURAL: UMA PODEROSA ABORDAGEM PARA A COMPREENSÃO DOS FENÔMENOS HUMANOS COMPLEXOS
Authors: Pires Sergio Fernandes Senna
Published: November 2023

Este artigo tem o propósito de apresentar a Psicologia Cultural, destacando conceitos-chaves relacionados à sociogênese do desenvolvimento humano no contexto da ecologia cultural e diante de reflexões sobre suas possibilidades e limitações. Para compreender os comportamentos humanos complexos, influenciados por relações simbólicas e ambientais, é necessário usar referências teóricas modernas e sistêmicas. Nessa direção, a Psicologia Cultural oferece uma visão detalhada da sociogênese de ideias, crenças e valores, destacando a importância de conceitos como separação inclusiva, canalização cultural, internalização e externalização. Essa perspectiva contribui com: (1) um enquadramento teórico integrativo corpo e mente para a compreensão dos fenômenos biopsicológicos humanos; (2) a compreensão da relação indissolúvel entre o indivíduo e o contexto social no desenvolvimento; (3) a ênfase na participação de certos processos psicológicos na construção de significados e emoções; e (4) na contextualização dos fenômenos humanos em um ecossistema cultural, no qual cada indivíduo desempenha um papel ativo. Concluímos que existe um considerável potencial teórico-metodológico dessa abordagem para realização de transformações sociais e para a análise da regulação das práticas sociais por valores, sendo valiosa para a compreensão de diversas populações, territórios e pessoas.
Epidemiology of Haemonchus contortus infection in goats in Sikkim
Authors: PAL PAPRI , CHATLOD L R , AVASTHE R K
Published: November 2023

Out of 3,821 faecal samples examined 63.18% were positive with a mean egg per gram (epg) of 1,150.22. Highest prevalence was observed in August (83.22%). Examination of abomasums of slaughtered goats (107) showed 61.68% incidence of Haemonchus contortus infection with worm count in the range of 41.26– 377.22. The female/male ratio was 1.639. The infection was more prevalent in animals below 1 year (68.34%) followed by 1– 2 year (64.99%) while those above two years of age showed only 57.71% prevalence. Moreover, the prevalence was more in autumn (74.73%) and summer (73.12%) compared with spring and winter.
Importance of livestock in small-scale farming systems of rural coffee areas in Colombia
Authors: MORA-DELGADO J , HOLGUÍN V A
Published: November 2023

Rationally oriented livestock systems play a positive role in rural livelihoods. In this study, surveys and interviews were carried out in 49 coffee growers from Andean region of Colombia, where domestic animals were used as source of protein food, nutrient recycling, a way to increase income and a source of commercial products. The farmers were classified in C3, C2 and C1 clusters, according to socioeconomics and technological indicators extracted from the survey. Different features of farming system were identified in each cluster, among them C1 has the largest farm area (average 32.2±20.2 ha). The clusters C1, C2 and C3 have an average of 17.6±8.6, 8±4.8 and 4±2.5 cows / farm respectively. In addition, coffee growers have other livestock species like chickens, hens and pigs, that are oriented mainly to own consumption. In conclusion, livestock systems, particularly small scale cattle production contribute to the livelihoods and wellbeing of coffee growers in the Andean area of Colombia.
Phenotypic characterization and microsatellite markers based genetic evaluation of Kalahandi goats
Authors: MISHRA PRIYANKA , ALI AYESHA S , AGGARWAL R A K , DIXIT S P , DASH S K , DANGI P S , TYAGI NEHA , VERMA N K
Published: November 2023

Sporadic information is available on morphological traits of Kalahandi, a medium size non-descript goat population of Kalahandi district of Odisha, but no information is found on its genetic diversity. Therefore, an attempt was made to measure the genetic diversity in Kalahandi goat population using 25 microsatellite markers. Genomic DNA isolated from blood samples drawn at random from 50 individuals were utilized for this study. PCR amplified products were used for genotyping on the automatic DNA sequencer. The data were analysed applying different softwares to estimate the various measures of genetic diversity. The average number of observed allele was 11.08 and the effective average number of allele was 4.29. The observed heterozygosity ranged from 0.11 to 0.98 and the expected heterozygosity from 0.11 to 0.87 respectively. Average PIC value ranged from 0.45 (ILSTS044) to 0.91 (OMHC1) with the average value 0.79. Average Fis value for markers tested in Kalahandi goat population ranged from 0.07 at ILSTS030 to 0.67 at OarAE129. Among the negative values it ranged from -0.36 (RM088) to -0.02 (ILSTS029). The mean F value was 0.02. There was no genetic bottleneck observed in Kalahandi goat population. The results suggested that all the microsatellite markers were highly polymorphic and suitable for molecular characterization of Kalahandi goats. There was substantial genetic variation and polymorphism across the studied loci in Kalahandi goats and the population was not in H.W equilibrium but in mutation drift equilibrium. The low inbreeding observed in Kalahandi flocks is a favourable parameter to formulate the appropriate breeding strategies to enhance heterozygosity in the population.
Cambio en la conducta y desempeño académico de los estudiantes de enfermería post pandemia Covid-19 en la ciudad de Quito
Authors: Tufiño Molina Pamela Estefanía , Sanmartin Sanmartin Johanna Paola , Herrera Morales Sammantha Beatriz , Cepeda Díaz Joffre Marcelo , Zapata Chacón Mariam Susana , Peñafiel Limaico Sophya Natalia
Published: November 2023

Este trabajo investigativo, es un estudio sobre el cambio en la conducta y desempeño académico de los estudiantes de enfermería después de la pandemia Covid-19 en la ciudad de Quito. El objetivo del estudio radica en analizar el cambio en la conducta y desempeño académico de dichos alumnos, para esto se utilizó un enfoque mixto, que combina métodos cuantitativos y cualitativos. Esta permitirá obtener una comprensión completa y profunda de los cambios ocurridos en la conducta y desempeño académico de los estudiantes de enfermería debido a la pandemia. Entre los resultados están que la mayoría de los estudiantes se sienten indiferentes o desmotivados para estudiar después de la pandemia, con un porcentaje total del 41% para los dos primeros niveles de motivación. Solo el 28% de los estudiantes se sienten motivados o muy motivados. Este resultado indica que una proporción significativa de estudiantes de enfermería muestra una falta de interés o apatía hacia sus estudios después del impacto de la pandemia. El documento también proporciona pautas para demostrar la necesidad de la investigación y explica el método utilizado para llevar a cabo el estudio.
YTP-1 (YRCS-1205): A promising castor variety for Tamil Nadu
Authors: S R VENKATACHALAM  , P ARUTCHENTHIL  , P KATHIRVELAN  , M DEIVAMANI
Published: November 2023

Castor variety YTP-1 suitable for intercropping, mixed cropping and bund crop systems. The variety can bemaintained as annual/perennial. The variety is tested across years in station trials, MLT, ART, OFT and AICRP trials.The average annual seed yield is 1484 kg/ha. As perennial the seed yield is 3 kg/plant/annum.
Comparison of screening methods for evaluating leafhopper (Empoasca flavescens) resistance in castor
Authors: P DURAIMURUGAN  , K ANJANI  , A VISHNUVARDHAN REDDY
Published: November 2023

Leafhopper (Empoasca flavescens) is the most important sucking pest of castor during both kharif and rabi seasons causing severe hopper burn resulting in poor formation of capsules. Breeding for leafhopper resistance is a practical means of controlling this pest in castor. An accurate and simple evaluation method is crucial for identifying leafhopper resistance in castor breeding. In the present study, two screening methods were evaluated for their effectiveness in discriminating different characteristics of resistance/susceptibility in castor genotypes. The results revealed that screening method, adjusting sowing time during second fortnight of October and planting of infester rows (one infester row after 2 rows of test entries) can be used as reliable and cost effective method for mass screening of castor genotypes for resistance to leafhopper.
Moment Properties of Record Values from Rayleigh Lomax Distribution and Characterization
Authors: Haseeb Athar  , Mohamad A. Fawzy
Published: November 2023

In this paper we have obtained explicit expressions for single and product moments of upper record values from Rayleigh Lomax distribution. Also, recursive relationships between moments of upper records are developed. The characterization theorems based on recurrence relations and conditional expectation are also presented.
Decoding the DNA of scat and the application of genetic methodologies to understanding carnivore diet
Authors:   The Snow Leopard Conservancy, Hacker Charlotte ,   Sonoma, California, USA
Published: November 2023

Carnivore species are vital to ecosystem function and maintenance. One key component to understanding carnivore ecology and the most effective means of management is knowledge of dietary resource use. Traditional methods used to study carnivore diet, such as microhistology, have several technical and logistical shortcomings. These have hindered the quality and quantity of data that shape understanding of how carnivores exploit prey. Advances in genetic methodologies and their application to wildlife biology has transformed the manner in which information about species can be gained. DNA metabarcoding is one such example. With this approach, genetic sequences present in scat can be determined via next-generation sequencing and matched to reference databases, revealing the carnivore that deposited the scat and the prey it consumed. DNA metabarcoding has the ability to overcome many of the previous challenges associated with dietary analysis and works to advance and inform current knowledge surrounding carnivore ecology, predatorprey relationships, conflicts between carnivores and humans, and potential adaptability to large-scale landscape shifts. Its use has provided novel insights on numerous carnivore species to help inform research priorities and wildlife policies, including those living in unique fragile environments such as the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau of China. The continued development and increased capacity of molecular dietary analysis via DNA metabarcoding has the promise to grossly improve carnivore conservation management strategies on a global scale.
Effects of dietary inclusion of Moringa oleifera leaf meal on growth performance of Muscovy ducklings (Cairina moschata)
Authors: Safwat Assem M. , Sarmiento-Franco Luis , El-khalek Enass Abd , Abou-Shehema Bahaa M. , Hassan Osama A. , Elnaggar Asmaa Sh.
Published: November 2023

Objective: The current experiment was performed to investigate the influence of different dietary levels of Moringa oleifera leaf meal (MOLM) on productive performance, nutrient digestibility, blood parameters, immune response, caecal microbiota, and carcass characteristics of Muscovy ducks (Cairina moschata) during 7 to 63 d of age.Methods: A total of 240 unsexed 7-d-old ducklings were distributed into five (treatment) groups; each one contained six replicates with eight ducklings each. Birds of the first group were fed basal diet without MOLM and served as control, while the other four groups were fed basal diet with 0.25%, 0.50%, 1.0%, and 2.0% MOLM inclusion level, respectively.Results: The obtained results revealed that including MOLM in the diets significantly improved body weight, body weight gain, feed conversion ratio and economic efficiency compared with the control group. Among the different MOLM inclusion treatments, increasing MOLM inclusion level decreased (p<0.05) such previous parameters. Decreasing MOLM inclusion levels in duckling diets increased (p>0.05) the digestibility of organic matter, crude protein, ether extract, and nitrogen free extract, however all MOLM treatments were significantly higher than the control group. Results also revealed that feeding ducks lower MOLM inclusion levels (0.25% or 0.50%) improved blood parameters (p<0.05) compared with the higher inclusion levels (1.0% or 2.0% MOLM) and the control group. Ducks fed different MOLM levels had significantly higher phagocyte index and activity, immunoglobulin G (IgG), IgM, total antioxidant capacity, glutathione peroxidase activity, and superoxide dismutase activity compared with control group.Conclusion: Despite the beneficial effects of all MOLM treatments on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, physiological status, and immune response of duckling, the increasing MOLM inclusion level in the diet had deleterious effects on such studied traits, consequently 0.25% was the best MOLM inclusion level in duckling diets.
A comparison of five sets of overlapping and non-overlapping sliding windows for semen production traits in the Thai multibreed dairy population
Authors: Sarakul Mattaneeya , Elzo Mauricio A. , Koonawootrittriron Skorn , Suwanasopee Thanathip , Jattawa Danai , Laodim Thawee
Published: November 2023

Objective: This study compared five distinct sets of biological pathways and associated genes related to semen volume (VOL), number of sperm (NS), and sperm motility (MOT) in the Thai multibreed dairy population.Methods: The phenotypic data included 13,533 VOL records, 12,773 NS records, and 12,660 MOT records from 131 bulls. The genotypic data consisted of 76,519 imputed and actual single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) from 72 animals. The SNP additive genetic variances for VOL, NS, and MOT were estimated for SNP windows of one SNP (SW1), ten SNP (SW10), 30 SNP (SW30), 50 SNP (SW50), and 100 SNP (SW100) using a single-step genomic best linear unbiased prediction approach. The fixed effects in the model were contemporary group, ejaculate order, bull age, ambient temperature, and heterosis. The random effects accounted for animal additive genetic effects, permanent environment effects, and residual. The SNPs explaining at least 0.001% of the additive genetic variance in SW1, 0.01% in SW10, 0.03% in SW30, 0.05% in SW50, and 0.1% in SW100 were selected for gene identification through the NCBI database. The pathway analysis utilized genes associated with the identified SNP windows.Results: Comparison of overlapping and non-overlapping SNP windows revealed notable differences among the identified pathways and genes associated with the studied traits. Overlapping windows consistently yielded a larger number of shared biological pathways and genes than non-overlapping windows. In particular, overlapping SW30 and SW50 identified the largest number of shared pathways and genes in the Thai multibreed dairy population.Conclusion: This study yielded valuable insights into the genetic architecture of VOL, NS, and MOT. It also highlighted the importance of assessing overlapping and non-overlapping SNP windows of various sizes for their effectiveness to identify shared pathways and genes influencing multiple traits.
Dispositional Properties and Humean Supervenience
Authors: Goodman Jeremy ,   The Yale Philosophy Review
Published: November 2023

David Lewis' thesis of Humean Supervenience combines the claims 1) that there are no necessary connections between distinct existences and 2) that truth supervenes on being. Contra Lewis, we should adopt a dispositional rather than a categorical theory of property individuation. Moreover, contra the conventional wisdom, such a theory is consistent with claim 1). However, it cannot be made consistent with claim 2) without abandoning the standard semantics for counterfactuals.
Aportaciones al conocimiento de la flora briológica española. Nótula XVI: briófitos de los alrededores de Espinosa de los Monteros (norte de Burgos)
Authors: Patxi Heras , Marta Infante , Belén Albertos , Anna Barrón , Montserrat Brugués , Mª Jesús Cano , Ricardo Garilleti , Juan Guerra , Juan Antonio Jiménez , Francisco Lara , José David Orgaz , Felisa Puche
Published: November 2023

Se presentan los resultados de la XXII Reunión de Briología de la Sociedad Española de Briología (SEB) celebrada en los alrededores de Espinosa de los Monteros (norte de Burgos). Un total de 215 briófitos (47 hepáticas y 168 musgos) componen el catálogo resultante de las prospecciones realizadas por los miembros de la SEB en la zona estudiada. Se aportan un total de 29 novedades brioflorísticas para la provincia de Burgos.

The results of the XXII Reunión de Briología of the Sociedad Española de Briología (SEB) held in the surroundings of Espinosa de los Monteros (northern Burgos province) are presented. The catalogue resulting from the SEB members’ prospections carried out in the study area is composed of 215 bryophytes (47 liverworts and 168 mosses). Twentynine bryofloristic novelties for Burgos province are reported.
Novedades para la brioflora de la sierra de Gredos (Sistema Central, España)
Authors: Modesto Luceño , Carlos Cerrejón , Samuel Guerra-Cárdenas , José Ignacio Márquez-Corro , Víctor Pineda-Labella , Marta Infante , Jesús Muñoz
Published: November 2023

A pesar de la cercanía de la sierra de Gredos (Sistema Central) a importantes núcleos de población como Madrid o Salamanca, la brioflora gredense dista mucho de ser bien conocida. Este trabajo es el resultado de numerosas prospecciones llevadas a cabo a lo largo de los últimos cuatro años en la citada cadena montañosa, especialmente en la zona menos prospectada, correspondiente a los pisos oro y crioromediterráneo. Los resultados ofrecen siete nuevas citas para el Sistema Central en su conjunto, seis para el tramo español de dicha cordillera, 21 para la sierra de Gredos, dos para Extremadura, una para Castilla y León y numerosas novedades para las provincias de Ávila, Cáceres y Salamanca. En las especies que lo requieren se realizan algunos comentarios taxonómicos y ecológicos que podrían ser de interés.

Despite the proximity of Gredos Mountains (Central System range) to important cities such as Madrid and Salamanca, the bryophyte flora of this range remains little known. In this paper we present the results of a high number of collecting field trips along the last four years in different sectors of this mountain range, mainly in their scarcely sampled high altitude levels. Among the results we underline seven new records for the whole Iberian Central range, six more for the Spanish part of these mountains, 21 for sierra de Gredos, two for Extremadura and one for Castilla y León autonomous communities, as well as numerous new records for Ávila, Cáceres and Salamanca provinces. Several taxonomical and ecological comments are provided when required.
Envolventes verdes de edificios con briófitos. Una revisión del estado actual de la cuestión
Authors: Daniel Garabito , Roberto Vallejo , Eduardo Montero , Javier Garabito , Javier Martínez-Abaigar
Published: November 2023

Se presenta una revisión sobre el uso de briófitos en construcción, en concreto, como parte de la envolvente de los edificios. Los briófitos se han empleado tradicionalmente en la arquitectura vernácula de climas extremos, pero siempre en usos secundarios. Actualmente, existe un creciente interés en el estudio del potencial de los briófitos como componente de la envolvente de los edificios, en el contexto de una mayor concienciación “verde” del sector de la edificación. Los briófitos pueden servir como sustitutos de las plantas vasculares en fachadas y cubiertas verdes aprovechando algunas de sus características generales, como su capacidad de colonización de materiales de construcción bio-receptivos, actividad fotosintética, tolerancia a factores adversos, capacidad de reviviscencia y gran retención de agua. No obstante, los sistemas comerciales desarrollados hasta el momento no han alcanzado todavía los resultados esperados y, en general, su empleo no está prosperando. Se analizan las causas de este problema y se proponen nuevos métodos para conseguir estos objetivos.

This article consists of a review of the state of the art of using bryophytes in construction, especially as part of buildings envelopes. Bryophytes have traditionally been used in vernacular architecture of extreme climates, but always related to a secondary role. Nowadays, there is an increasing interest in studying the potential of bryophytes as a component of building envelopes, in the current context of a “green” consciousness-raising in the construction sector. Bryophytes are suitable as substitutes for vascular plants in green façade and roof systems, taking advantage of some of their general characteristics, such as their ability to colonize different bio-receptive construction materials, photosynthetic activity, tolerance to adverse factors, reviviscence ability and high water retention capacity. Nevertheless, the commercial systems developed with this aim have not reached the expected results yet, and thus their use is not being successful. The causes of this problem are analysed and new methods are proposed to achieve the mentioned aims
A Novel Variant of ASL Gene Mutation in a Lebanese Neonate with Severe Argininosuccinic Aciduria Phenotype
Authors:   Department of Pediatrics, Neurometabolic Unit, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Naji HAMOUCHE , Rana TOHME ,   Department of Pediatrics, Neurometabolic Unit, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Mariella EL ACHKAR ,   Department of Pediatrics, Neurometabolic Unit, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Ghassan HMAIMESS ,   Department of Pediatrics, Neurometabolic Unit, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., El Karim BAYDOUN Abed ,   Department of Pediatrics, Neurometabolic Unit, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Maroun SOKHN ,   Department of Pediatrics, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Ramy GHABRIL ,   Department of Pediatrics, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Joëlle M GHADIEH ,   Department of Pediatric Intensive Care, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Rania NAOUFAL ,   Department of Genetics, Saint George University Medical Center, Lebanon., Issam KHNEISSER ,   Jacques Loiselet Medical Genetics and Genomic Center, Faculty of Medicine USJ, Lebanon., Mohamad FATTAH ,   Department of Pediatrics, Military Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon., Jacqueline KHOURY ,   Mecapharma, Lebanon., Hicham MANSOUR ,   Faculty of Medicine, Saint George University of Beirut, Lebanon.
Published: November 2023

Argininosuccinic aciduria is a urea cycle defect associated with deficiency in argininosuccinate lyase enzyme, leading to a severe hyperammonemic encephalopathy, epilepsy and hepatopathy. Only very few known mutations have been linked with a severe phenotype. Here we report the case of a Lebanese newborn child with a very early manifestation of argininosuccinic aciduria, his genetic studies confirmed the presence of a mutation in the ASL gene (c.697A>C p. (Thr233Pro) at the homozygous state. To our knowledge, this is the first time this variant has been reported in literature.
The Implication of Generative Artificial Intelligence towards Intellectual Property Rights (Examining the Multifaceted Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Intellectual Property Rights)
Authors: Napitupulu Priscilla Auleader , Sinaga Clara Alrosa Fernanda , Hasugian Albert Lukas Pithel
Published: November 2023

Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) is transforming content creation, enabling faster and cheaper production of text, images, and more. However, it raises complex issues regarding intellectual property rights and ownership. This article explores the evolving landscape of AI-generated content, focusing on its alignment with existing intellectual property regulations. It delves into legal disputes exemplified by cases like Getty Images, INC. v. Stability AI, INC, and Doe v. Github, INC, which highlight the challenges of AI-generated content regarding intellectual property. The article also discusses the impact on the creative sector and offers recommendations, including the need for ethical guidelines, education, hybrid collaboration, public involvement, and international cooperation. Addressing these challenges is crucial to harmonize intellectual property rights and maximize the benefits of AI in content creation.
La relación terapeuta-paciente como elemento clave en la terapia cognitivo conductual.
Authors: Guzman Mario
Published: November 2023

La Terapia Cognitivo Conductual ha mostrado ser efectiva en el tratamiento de diversas psicopatologías, problemas emocionales y de pareja, así como coadyuvante en tratamientos médicos de enfermedades, y manejo del dolor (Beck, 2021, Cuijpers et al., 2019, Hoffman et al., 2012). Sus intervenciones cognitivas, emocionales y conductuales ofrecen una propuesta clara y estructurada para trabajar con los pacientes en un marco de aprendizaje y colaboración. Su efectividad no radica solo en la implementación de dichas intervenciones, sino en el desarrollo de la relación terapéutica que permite la expresión de creencias, emociones y conductas asociadas al padecimiento o motivo de consulta de los pacientes y que es fundamental en el proceso de cambio y desarrollo del paciente (Beck et al., 1979). En este texto se presentan elementos de la relación terapéutica que la investigación y diversos autores han señalado como necesarios para la adecuada relación terapeuta-paciente y lograr el éxito terapéutico.
DESAFIOS NA GESTÃO DOS RESÍDUOS SÓLIDOS NA TRANSIÇÃO CERRADO E PANTANAL
Authors: Barbosa Domingos Sávio , Mioto Camila Leonardo , Fachin Sergio Jr. S. , Oliveira Tatiane Duarte Silva , Silva Normamdes Matos da
Published: November 2023

Face suas dimensões continentais, a heterogeneidade de fisionomias de paisagem são uma regra (e não exceção) no Brasil. As Políticas de Gestão de Resíduos Sólidos, especialmente as relacionadas Administração Municipal, necessitam de considerar as características regionais intrínsecas que impactarão os aspectos operacionais do gerenciamento. Geralmente tratada como particularidades, estas questões fogem do escopo dos regramentos gerais e, por vezes, criam lacunas por não preverem como uma metodologia ou tecnologia podem ser adaptadas visando o gerenciamento adequado dos resíduos sólidos. Nesta perspectiva, surge o desafio da gestão e do gerenciamento dos resíduos sólidos na região do Bioma Pantanal, uma das maiores áreas alagáveis do planeta, que apresenta características singulares que dificultam a operacionalização de processos baseadas nas tecnologias convencionais. O objetivo deste estudo é diagnosticar e discutir os principais desafios (ameaças e fraquezas) na gestão pública dos resíduos sólidos domésticos (RSD) no Município de Itiquira-MT, analisando o impacto das singularidades do Bioma (Cerrado e Pantanal) na estruturação de políticas públicas municipais. Foram realizados levantamentos de campo, entrevistas e análises documentais, visando diagnosticar as principais fraquezas e ameaças na estruturação dos serviços públicos de gestão dos resíduos sólidos, com ênfase na relação direta com as particularidades dos biomas Cerrado e Pantanal. Os dados foram organizados de acordo com os fundamentos da análise estratégica SWOT. São discutidas as principais como as características naturais do Bioma Pantanal exigem uma abordagem diferenciada na estruturação de sistemas de gestão de RSD.
Expanding the Criteria for Heart Transplantation Donors: A Review of DCD, Increased Ischemic Times, HCV, HIV, and Extended Criteria Donors
Authors: T. Jenkins Reed , M. Shah Manuj , L. Larson Emily , L. Zhou Alice , M. Ruck Jessica , Kilic Ahmet
Published: November 2023

With the demand for heart transplantation continuing to outpace the available donor organs, previously underutilized donors are now being reconsidered. We sought to describe the emerging techniques and outcomes of expanded criteria heart transplantation. A comprehensive review of the recent literature concerning expanded donor selection in heart transplantation was performed using the PubMed MEDLINE database. To characterize trends in transplant practice, the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS/OPTN) registry was queried for all adult isolated heart transplants since 2010, and data regarding transplant parameters was collected. Donation after cardiac death (DCD), DCD with normothermic regional perfusion, increased ischemic time, hepatitis C positive donor organs, HIV-positive donor organs, and extended criteria donors were identified as promising avenues currently being explored to expand the number of donor organs. The utilization of various expanded criteria for heart transplantation was summarized since 2010 and showed an increasing use of these donor organs, contributing to the overall increasing frequency of heart transplantation. Utilization of expanded criteria for donor selection in heart transplantation has the potential to increase the supply of donor organs with comparable outcomes in selected recipients.
Cultural Influences and Organizational Performance
Authors:   Garden City Premier Business School, Port Harcourt-Nigeria, Opuala-Charles Silva , Seun Samuel Ibigbemi
Published: November 2023

This study conducted an analysis of extant empirical research on organizational culture and its impact on organizational performance. The objective is examine various dimensions of organizational culture and performance, providing a nuanced conceptual framework. Through an extensive review of the literature, it showed that organizational culture exerts a substantial influence on the functioning, personnel dynamics, and operational execution across a diverse array of enterprises. Research posits that when employees exhibit dedication and align with the core values of their employers, they markedly enhance their performance in advancing the organization's overarching objectives. It is recommended, among other measures, that managers and executives be actively encouraged to cultivate a robust organizational culture, thereby bolstering the collective performance of the workforce and fortifying the overall viability of the business. Keywords: Cultural Influences; Organization Culture; Organization Performance; Employee’s Commitment