bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
High potential of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) Bacillus isolates to promote plant growth
Authors: Viana Thianny F. Carrelo , Galeano Rodrigo Mattos S. , Paggi Gecele Matos , Silva Vinícius A. Oliveira da , de Lima Sebastião Ferreira , Zanoelo Fabiana Fonseca , Brasil Marivaine da Silva
Published: January 2024

Cotton is socially and economically important worldwide. Notably, research on eco-friendly technologies that increase the sustainability of this production system is increasing. We explored the potential of bacterial strains isolated from cotton roots to promote plant growth. Bacteria were isolated from cotton roots by using a pasteurization method and cultivated on nutrient agar for strain purification and selection. The bacterial strains were subjected to in vitro tests to verify their ability to solubilize calcium phosphate, producing indole-3-acid acetic, siderophores, and cellulase. Potential strains were selected for the in vivo experiments in a greenhouse with cotton cultivars FM 985 and TMG 47. Treatments were conducted using 1 mL (108 CFU/mL) of bacterial strain culture and a commercial inoculant, with nine replicates observed for 110 d. The plants were evaluated for physical, phytochemical, and macronutrient parameters. The physical parameters indicated a positive relationship between cultivars and microorganisms, increasing the height, fresh mass of the shoot, dry mass of fruits and roots, root volume and length, and number of leaves. Phytochemical parameters showed improvements in total sugars, ascorbate peroxidase, phenolic compounds, free amino acids, total sugar, chlorophyll A, reducing sugars, flavonoids, catalase, and chlorophyll B. In conclusion, our results showed that our bacterial isolates from cotton roots had many biochemical features related to plant growth promotion and were able to promote the growth of cotton cultivars in a greenhouse experiment. Future research could conduct field tests to evaluate their use for improving cotton productivity on a large scale.
Assessing Health Care Perception and Needs of the Older Adults in Bangladesh: Application of the Kano Model to Assess Gaps
Authors: Hossain Sahadat , Alam Md Zakiul
Published: January 2024

Background
Bangladesh's old population is growing faster than the rest of the world and is anticipated to continue in the coming years. The country's growing older adult is challenging Bangladesh's existing health system, and it must be reformed to ensure geriatric care. The main objective of this study is to measure the existing gap in perceived and expected healthcare needs among older adults and propose a measure to eliminate the gap.
Methods
Using a cross-sectional research design, we collected data from 500 respondents in Narsingdi and Narayanganj districts. The gap between the older adults' perceived and expected healthcare needs was assessed using a structured questionnaire with 28 items (using the Kano Model) that could be answered positively and negatively. Descriptive statistics, T-tests, and multiple linear regression analyses were carried out.
Results
The findings showed where Bangladesh's healthcare sector, particularly older adult care services, comes close to matching their expectations and areas where it falls far short. The Kano model showed that 12 of 28 geriatric health service qualities were classified as Must-Be quality and eight as attractive or delighters. Type of residence (β=-0.264, p < 0.001), quality of life (β = 0.227, p < 0.001), marital status (β=-0.104, p = 0.047), and educational status (β=-0.124, p = 0.015) was significantly associated with of older population health care needs and expectation.
Conclusion
This study gives healthcare practitioners a detailed understanding of their service quality from the perspective of patient satisfaction in Bangladesh. Reforming and modifying the country's existing healthcare structure services for older adults while keeping these attributes in mind will likely result in a safe and healthy environment for them.
Preparation and Characterization of Sodium Chlorite Microcapsules for Formaldehyde Scavenging: Applications in Environmental Control
Authors: chunfeng Li , Jijun Song , Lei Le , Xu Guo , Mingli Liu
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to develop a functional additive to reduce the release of formaldehyde in wood-based panel products. Sodium chlorite microcapsules, capable of releasing chlorine dioxide, were prepared using sodium alginate/ethyl cellulose as shell materials and sodium chlorite as the core material. The preparation process employed the ionic gel-solvent evaporation method. Influencing factors, such as the mass ratio of sodium chlorite to ethyl cellulose, the emulsifier content, and the mass fraction of sodium alginate, were systematically varied to optimize the microcapsule preparation process. The evaluation index of coverage rate was utilized for optimization. The optimum preparation process was determined as follows: a mass ratio of 2.44:1 for sodium chlorite to ethyl cellulose, an emulsifier dosage of 1.15g, a mass fraction of sodium alginate at 12.52%, resulting in a coverage rate of 63.51%. The formation mechanism was analyzed using various analytical instruments. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) revealed characteristic absorption peaks of sodium chlorite, sodium alginate, and ethyl cellulose in the microcapsule spectrum. Thermogravimetric analysis (TG-TGA) indicated that the residual content of microcapsules surpassed that of the shell material, ethyl cellulose, suggesting higher thermal stability. Additionally, the weight loss rate of microcapsules at 120℃ was lower, meeting the requirements for the hot-pressing process of wood-based panels. Observation under an optical microscope (OM) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) confirmed microcapsules with an average particle size of 58.71 ± 9.35µm, displaying uniform distribution and distinct surface folds.
Mechanical and Morphological Characterization of Glass Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Polymer Composites Modified with Rutile Nanoparticles
Authors: Per K.P. Srinivasa , Boopathi R. , Selvarajan L. , shirguppikar shailesh
Published: January 2024

Structural analyses of glass fiber reinforced epoxy polymer (GFRP) composite dispersed with rutile (TiO2) nano-particles using compressions molding was studied to reveal the effects of filler addition. Ball milling performed for nano-particles and reduce the particle size from 3 mm to 67.64 nm to enhance blending of dispersions in the resin. The nano-particle added to resin at weight percentage of 0%, 5%, 10% and 15% prior to fabrication using ultrasonic liquid processor. Flexural strength, tensile strength, hardness and toughness were conducted to study the mechanical behavior of the composite. Addition of filler showed improvement in the mechanical properties of GFRP dispersion strengthened composite. 15 wt.% rutile particles have tensile strengths of 228 MPa, tensile moduli of 4123 MPa, flexural strengths of 317 MPa, and flexural moduli of 10010 MPa, respectively. These values are 0.588%, 16.8%, 82.22%, and 96.5% greater than the values of 0 wt.% rutile inclusion. In comparison to the pristine specimen, the shore "D" hardness of materials with 10 wt.% TiO2 is 8.43% higher, while that of materials with 15 wt.% TiO2 is 3.6% higher. The impact strength of the composite sample with 5 wt.% TiO2 is 72% greater than that of the pure sample. Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) were carried to analyses morphological behavior, percentages of different elemental distributions and crystalline size and structure of nano-particle in the composite. FESEM was used to reveal the pullout of fiber, damaged interfaces, filler dispersion, and voids in specimens. Hence Ceramic filler inclusion reveals good characterization on GFRP composites.
Exploring the potent antimicrobial activity of manuka honey as against clinically isolated multi-drug resistant and ceftriaxone-resistant Salmonella Typhi in septicemia patients: a promising therapeutic option
Authors: Bashir Iqra , Rasool Muhammad Hidayat , Shafique Muhammad , Jabeen Kokab , Qamar Muhammad Usman
Published: January 2024

Background: The rise of extensively drug-resistant SalmonellaTyphi is a significant concern in clinical settings, particularly among patients with septicemia. These pathogenic eggs were resistant to first and second-line drugs, including ceftriaxone, except azithromycin. Mauka honey serves as a viable alternative treatment choice in combating these diseases. Hence, our main objective is to ascertain the antimicrobial efficacy of manuka honey against multidrug-resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) clinical strains of S. Typhi.
Methods: A combined total of 50 MDR and 50 XDR S. Typhi clinical isolates were obtained from patients with septicemia. Following the Bactec blood culture system, the isolates were sub-cultured on blood and MacConkey agar and their biochemical confirmation and susceptibility to different antibiotics was done using the Vitek 2 compact system. The PCR technique was used to amplify the antibiotic-resistance genes. The antibacterial activity of Manuka honey was assessed using the agar well diffusion assay and micro broth dilution assay.
Results: All 100 isolates were verified to be S. Typh. Out of the total, 50% of the S. Typhi bacteria were MDR and 50% were XDR. These bacteria were only susceptible to azithromycin and carbapenems. These strains exhibited amplification of H58, gyrA, andgyrB genes, blaCTX-M-15 and blaTEM genes. The zone of inhibition for MDR and XDR-S. typhi was shown to range from 15-24mm and 15-23mm, respectively, while using 100% manuka honey. The MDR-S. Typhi 18/50 (36%) strain and XDR-S. Typhi 14/50 (28%) strain was inhibited at a concentration of 3.125 v/v%.
Conclusion: Manuka honey could be an alternative option against MDR and XDR S. Typhi.
Longtime Dynamics of Solutions for Higher-order (m1, m2) - coupled Kirchhoff Models with Higher-order Rotational Inertia and Nonlocal Damping
Authors: lv penghui , yuan yuan , lin guoguang
Published: January 2024

The Kirchhoff model is derived from the vibration problem of stretchable strings. In this paper, we focus on the longtime dynamics of higher-order (m1, m2) - coupled Kirchhoff system with higher-order rotational inertia and nonlocal Damping. We first obtained the state of the model's solutions in different spaces through prior estimation, After obtaining the state of the solutions, we immediately proved the existence and uniqueness of their solutions in different spaces through the Faedo-Galerkin method. Subsequently, we proved their family of global attractors using the compactness theorem. At the end of the paper, we reflected on the subsequent research of the model, which pointed out relevant directions for further research on the model. In this way, we systematically studied the longtime dynamic of higher-order $(m_1,m_2)-$coupled Kirchhoff model with higher-order Rotational Inertia, thus enriching the related conclusions of higher-order coupled Kirchhoff models and laying a theoretical foundation for future practical applications.
MR(2010) Subject Classication 35B41,35G31
Characterization of Long-Term Annual and Seasonal Rainfall Trends in Coastal Areas of Bangladesh
Authors: Islam Mst. Tania , Islam Mohammad , Zakaria Md.
Published: January 2024

Bangladesh has a highly vulnerable 710 km long low-lying coastline with over 29% of the country’s population residing in coastal districts. While existing literature examines inland rainfall patterns, analysis of rainfall variability along the coast is lacking. This study analyzes annual and seasonal rainfall trends across 17 coastal meteorological stations over 1948–2021. The non-parametric Mann-Kendall test and Sen’s Slope estimator are applied for trend detection and quantification. The findings reveal high interannual and spatial rainfall variability across stations, governed primarily by monsoonal dynamics. A seasonal analysis shows noticeable winter rainfall increases at Khulna and Satkhira at rates of 0.38 mm/year and 0.32 mm/year respectively. The critical monsoon months exhibit substantial incremental tendencies at Khepupara (11.77 mm/year), Hatiya (10.54 mm/year) and Kutubdia (15.50 mm/year). Additionally, post-monsoon rainfall rises significantly at Hatiya (5.25 mm/year). For annual totals, significant rising trends are observed at Khulna (7.69 mm/year), Khepupara (16.43 mm/year), Hatiya (21 mm/year) and Sandwip (12.45 mm/year). Across the seasonal and annual timescales, widespread non-significant increasing tendencies dominate over declining behaviors for most stations. This study provides key inputs for planning and policies to build climate resilience of vulnerable coastal populations.
Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Changes in Diabetic Macular Ischemia after Systemic Normobaric Oxygen Therapy
Authors: Idani Diba , Mashhadi Seyed Mohammadjavad , Babaei Hamze , Sharifipour Farideh , Nourinia Ramin , Kheiri Bahareh
Published: January 2024

Purpose: To evaluate vascular changes in patients with diabetic macular ischemia (DMI) after systemic oxygen therapy using Optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA).
Methods: This interventional before-after study included 26 eyes of 26 patients with DMI. Macular OCTA was performed before and after 1 hour of 100% oxygen therapy at a flow of 10 L/min by face mask. Changes in OCTA metrics were evaluated by paired t-test. Subgroup analyses were performed based on gender. Secondary outcomes included identifying parameters correlated with best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and factors associated with improvement in OCTA parameters.
Results: The patients included 15 males and 11 females aged 59.48 ± 9.67 years. Overall, no significant change was observed in retinal thickness, however, there was a significant decrease in females and a significant increase in males. (Both P<0.001)
Foveal avascular zone (FAZ) decreased significantly from 0.38 ± 0.14 to 0.34 ± 0.12 mm2. (P=0.035) Superficial capillary plexus vessel density (SCP VD) at fovea increased from 13.5 ± 6.37 to 14.98 ± 6.33 %. (P=0.059) Deep capillary plexus vessel density (DCP VD) at fovea increased from 24.61 ± 6.75 to 26.59 ± 6.16 %. (P=0.022) In males, BCVA correlated significantly with DCP parameters but none of SCP parameters. In females, BCVA showed significant correlation only with pre-O2 perifoveal inferior quadrant. Regression analysis failed to show any parameter predicting a favorable response.
Conclusion: This study showed beneficial effects of oxygen therapy for DMI by decreasing FAZ area and increasing DCP VD at fovea using OCTA.
The Role of Physical Activity in the Association Between Smoking Status and Cognitive Function : A Cross-Sectional Study Based on NHANES 2011-2014
Authors: Chen Hone , Zhu Yu ping , Yang Ju xiang , Wang Yi , Wang Hong chu , Song Gang
Published: January 2024

Objectives
The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between physical activity, smoking status and cognitive function, and to test the potential moderating role of physical activity.
Methods
This cross-sectional study used data on smoking status, cognitive function and physical activity from 1735 participants aged 60 years and older in NHANES from 2011 to 2014. Linear and logistic regression models were used to assess the association between smoking status and cognitive function. Mediation and moderation analyses were conducted to examine the role of physical activity in this association.
Results
Former smokers scored on average 2.090 points higher on the Digit Symbol Substitution Test (DSST) compared to never smokers (95% CI 0.755, 3.472; P < 0.05), while logistic regression showed that current smokers had an odds ratio (OR) of 0.629 for cognitive impairment compared to never smokers (95% CI 0.421, 0.941). No significant associations were observed between smoking status and CERAD and AFT. Moderation analysis showed that leisure-time physical activity significantly attenuated the effect of smoking on DSST scores in current smokers compared to never smokers (β = -2.014, P < 0.05).
Conclusion
There was a significant correlation between smoking status, physical activity and DSST scores.Although the mediating effect of leisure-time physical activity in the association between smoking status and cognitive function is not significant, it attenuates the decline in DSST scores in current smokers.
Nonprobiotic Bifidobacterium bloodstream infection in a lymphoma patient
Authors: Imataki Osamu , Uemura Makiko
Published: January 2024

Fermenting bacilli producing lactic acid including Bifidobacterium spp. is supposed to have low pathogenicity and no virulence for human. Probiotics is consisting of those fermenting bacilli and conformed to prevent and treat symptomatic gastrointestinal condition such as diarrhea. We use probiotics even in cancer patients, those who are immunocompromised. Some case report warns a rare risk of blood stream infection caused by probiotics. However, complete prohibition of probiotics use in cancer patients looks to abandon the benefits. We experienced a 75-year-old Japanese woman with malignant lymphoma treated with immune-chemotherapy consisting of rituximab and CHOP (cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, vincristine, and prednisolone) regimen. The patient onset febrile neutropenia during chemotherapy and suffered from Bifidobacterium breve blood stream infection on day 8 after the 8th R-CHOP. She has usually eaten commercial yogurt every morning. This yogurt was produced from only Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. It did not contain Bifidobacterium breve. The BSI infection in this case looked like derived from her food, however, it was not associated with her habitual foods. The patient was treated with meropenem for 8 days, and complete remission of BSI. We speculated inhabit fermenting bacilli can also be a source of blood stream infection, not associated to probiotics strain.
Screening for common mental disorders in people with epilepsy in Goma, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Polepole François Maheshe , Mukuku Olivier , Wembonyama Stanis Okitotsho , Tsongo Zacharie Kibendelwa
Published: January 2024

Objective
Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease that is highly susceptible to a variety of mental health problems due to its enormous biological, social, and psychological burdens. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence and to identify risk factors for common mental disorders (CMDs) in people with epilepsy (PWEs) in Goma, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Methods
This is an analytical cross-sectional study conducted at the Neuropsychiatric Hospital Center in Goma (DRC) from March to April 2022 involving 302 PWEs. A questionnaire was administered to collect socio-demographic data, personal and family history, clinical features and management of epilepsy. CMDs were assessed using the self-report questionnaire (SRQ-20). Bivariate analysis was performed, followed by multivariate analysis, and variables with p < 0.05 in the final model were considered as risk factors associated with CMDs.
Results
The study included 302 PWEs, of which 56.9% were men, and the mean age was 28.4 ± 11.0 years. CMDs were present in 39.1% of the participants. The presence of CMDs was significantly associated with having five or more seizures in the month preceding the survey (adjusted odds ratio = 3.8; 95% CI: 1.7–8.3) and having medical co-morbidities (adjusted odds ratio = 3.1; 95% CI: 1.5–6.4).
Conclusion
The prevalence of CMDs in PWEs was high (39.1%), suggesting that this is a public health issue. Therefore, early detection and recognition of CMD symptoms should be a routine activity when managing PWEs.
Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma
Authors: Öztürk Hacer Berna Afacan , Dikyar Ayşe Asena , Yeğin Zeynep Arzu , Kaynar Lale Aydın , Can Ferda , Özkurt Zübeyde Nur
Published: January 2024

Objectives
Allo-Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) offers a curative option for relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma in younger aged and fit patients with high-risk cytogenetic properties.
Material and Methods
This study retrospectively enrolled the medical data of 30 patients who had undergone allogeneic stem cell transplantation at the Gazi University Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit between 2005 and 2020.
Results
Prior to allo-SCT, 6 (20.0%) patients were in complete remission; 8 (26.6%) had partial response; 14 (46.6%) had progressive disease, and 2 (6.6%) had stable disease. Overall survival (OS) at 1, 2, 3 and 5 years post-transplant were 45%, 36.3%, 31.7% and 22.7% respectively; transplant-related mortality (TRM) was 25.0% at 100 days. While the 5-year OS was 11.7% in the group with less than PR according to the pre-transplant disease status, it was found to be statistically significant as 45.8% in the group with CR or PR (p = 0.001). TRM was significantly higher in patients with less than PR compared has CR or PR at pre-transplantation (100% vs 43.7% p = 0.01). Like as these findings, PFS was shorter in patients with less than PR compared has CR or PR at pre-transplantation (6.2 vs 77.1 months, p = 0.01).
Conclusions
We found longer OS and PFS in patients with complete response before allo-SCT. This shows that the depth of response before allogeneic stem cell transplantation is effective on 100-day TRM in multiple myeloma patients. Allo-HSCT may be a therapeutic option in MM patients that relapse/ refractory after auto-SCT, particularly after achieving the least partial response.
Mobile sensing system for phenotyping of forest seedlings in container nurseries
Authors: Durlo Grzegorz , Szymanski Norbert , Małek Stanisław
Published: January 2024

Multichannel spectral devices mounted on irrigation booms can be used to significantly enhance the quality assessment of forest seedlings in container nurseries. Contrary to traditional and time-consuming approaches such as laboratory analysis or destructive sampling, an active canopy optical sensor operates independently of ambient light conditions and does not necessitate spectral reference readings. Mobile irrigation systems in nurseries are ideal for incorporating plant scanners owing to their exceptional repeatability, ensuring consistently high-quality results. In our study, we rigorously tested a set of four ACS 435 Holland Scientific active crop canopy sensor along with the Vega Plus C21 laser sensor, all strategically positioned on a sprinkler boom above the nursery production field from May to September 2022. The seamless integration of these devices with the GeoSCOUT X Holland Scientific data acquisition unit formed the foundation of our system. The primary objective of this study was to develop a universal, lightweight, and mobile system that seamlessly integrates the scanner with the construction of the horizontal spray boom at a forest nursery. This innovative approach holds tremendous potential for advancing the assessment and management of forest seedlings, providing valuable insights and streamlining nursery operations.
Insider Theft Detection in Organizations Using Keylogger and Machine Learning
Authors: Dhabadi Sakshi Dhabadi Sakshi , shetty shamatha shetty shamatha , M Prerana M Prerana , B Indushree B Indushree , D Annapurna D Annapurna
Published: January 2024

About 66% of firms claim that insider attacks are more likely to happen. The frequency of insider incidents has increased by 47% in the last two years. The goal of this work is to prevent dangerous employee behavior by using keyloggers and the MLmodel. Every keystroke that the user enters is recorded by the keylogging program, also known as keystroke logging. Keyloggers are used to stop improper use of the system. This enables us to collect all textual data, save it in a CSV file, and analyze it using an ML algorithm and the VirusTotal API.Many large companies use it to methodically monitor how their employees use computers, the internet, and email.We are utilizing the SVM algorithm and the VirusTotal API to improve overall efficiency and accuracy in identifying specific patterns and words to automate and offer the report for improved monitoring.
One Intravitreal Dexamethasone Implant versus Multiple Intravitreal Injections of Triamcinolone Acetonide for Post-Surgical Macular Edema: Efficacy and Safety
Authors: Jalkh Edmond , Doumit Carla Abi , Schakal Alexandre , Samaha Ameed , Nehme Joseph , Raad Philip , Salameh Marina Rached , Jalkh Alex
Published: January 2024

Purpose: The aim of the study is to compare the efficacy and safety of one or multiple intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide (ITA) injections to a single intravitreal dexamethasone implant (IDI) in the treatment of post-surgical cystoid macular edema (CME).
Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on 99 consecutive eyes between January 2019 and January 2022. Sixty five of 99 eyes (65.7%) received ITA and 34 of 99 eyes (34.3%) received IDI. The anatomical and functional results were based on best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) and central retinal thickness (CRT) with a follow up period of 6 months. Also post-injection complications were studied, particularly increase in intraocular pressure (IOP) and cataract progression in phakic eyes.
Results: BCVA improved in 84 of 99 eyes (85%), 53 of 65 eyes (82%) in the ITA group and 31 of 34 eyes (91%) in the IDI group, and the difference between both groups was not significant (p=0.058).
CRT improved in 89 of 99 eyes (90%), 57 of 65 eyes in the ITA group (88%) and 32 of 34 eyes (94%) in the IDI group, and the difference between both groups was not significant (P=0.074).
Fifteen of 65 eyes (23%) in the ITA group and 7 of 34 eyes (21%) in the IDI group had increased IOP. There was no significant difference between the two groups (P=0.627). Cataract progression occurred in 1 of 4 phakic eyes (25%) in the ITA group, while none occurred in the IDI group (P=0.214).
Conclusion: At the final follow-up, no significant difference was observed between both the ITA and the IDI groups in terms of BCVA, CRT, and increase in IOP.
Analysing the Bitcoin Growth Pattern amid Financial Instability and the Health Crisis in the MENA Region: A Spatial Cartographic Distribution Study
Authors: MTIRAOUI Abderraouf Ahmed , ALIOUET Slim
Published: January 2024

The objective of this paper is to conduct a spatial distribution mapping study. Within this framework, we aim to illustrate, through a spatial distribution mapping of the MENA region, the mobilization and variation of Bitcoin during the period of the health crisis in the presence of political instability. This work contextualizes, on the one hand, the theoretical foundations, especially drawing on the works of Waelbroek (2017) and Bidan & Parrein (2018). On the other hand, it builds upon previous empirical studies through the analysis of the emblematic case of Big Block Data centers within the Bitcoin ecosystem. The research employs a methodology focused on spatial mapping for a comprehensive analysis.
JEL Classification : C55, E66, C22.
INVASIVE MICROPAPILLARY BREAST CARCINOMA DISCOVERED DURING THE INVESTIGATION OF ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISTRESS IN A POSTPARTUM WOMAN: A CASE REPORT
Authors:   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital., Auragh S. , Tricha J. ,   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital., Bouchaar M.A ,   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital., Taheri H. ,   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital., Saadi H. ,   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital., Mimouni A. ,   Department of Gynecology-Obstetrics, Mohammed IV University Hospital.
Published: January 2024

Invasive micropapillary carcinoma of the breast is a rare histological entity among breast cancers, representing 2 to 3% of breast carcinomas. Its clinical and radiological presentation is similar to other carcinoma entities. Diagnosis is primarily histological but remains challenging and dependent on the operator. It is an aggressive tumor with both local and distant extension (lymphatic, cutaneous, etc.). In this study, we present a case of invasive micropapillary carcinoma of the breast discovered during acute respiratory distress due to serous extension (pleural effusion). Through this case, we will discuss the various clinical, radiological, therapeutic, and particularly histological aspects of this rare type of carcinoma.
MIXED-MODE CRACK PROPAGATION USING THE EXTENDED FINITE ELEMENT METHOD (XFEM) IN A CASSAVA STARCH-BASED COMPOSITE REINFORCED WITH COCONUT FIBERS
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Faculty of Environment, Jean Lorougnon Guede University, Ivory Coast., Ahmed Doumbia , Pierre Jean-Marie Richard Dable ,   Professor, Higher School of Industry, National Polytechnic Institute Felix Houphouet-Boigny, Ivory Coast.
Published: January 2024

In our previous work, we studied the damage of a composite based on cassava starch reinforced by coconut fibers. This study showed its limits with the presence of macro-cracks and their propagation. The objective of this article is to analyze the propagation of cracks using fracture mechanics. To do this, we will use the Extended Finite Element method (XFEM) to determine the resistant behavior of the film by calculating the stress intensity factor (FIC). Two approaches were used: simulation by XFEM and analytical XFEM. A parametric analysis was carried out to elucidate the influences of crack size and position and the intensity of the applied load. Finally, the comparison of the results from the two approaches confirms the precision and effectiveness of the XFEM in describing the behavior of the composite object of our study.
ROLE OF THE SKIN MICROBIOME IN DERMATOLOGY : A LITERATUREREVIEW
Authors:   From the Department of Dermatology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco., Jihane MD Belcadi , Ali Sara MD Oulad ,   From the Department of Dermatology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco., Karima MD Senouci ,   From the Department of Dermatology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco., Laila MD Benzekri ,   From the Department of Dermatology, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Morocco.
Published: January 2024

The skin is a complex barrier organ made of a symbiotic relationship between microbial communities and host tissue via complex signals provided by the innate and the adaptive immune systems. It is constantly exposed to various endogenous and exogenous factors which impact this balanced system potentially leading to inflammatory skin conditions comprising infections, allergies or autoimmune diseases. Recently, interest has extended beyond the gastrointestinal microbiome to include the skin microbiome and its impact on various skin diseases. This article aims to provide an overview on the knowledge about the skin microbiota, the microbiome and their importance in dermatology.
A COMPARATIVE CLINICAL STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY OF DASHAMOOLA NIRUHA BASTI WITH BHADRADARVADI GANA KASHAYA BASTI IN GRIDHRASI VIS-A-VIS SCIATICA
Authors:   P.G Scholar, Dept. of Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, Mysuru, Karnataka, India., G.H Arpitha , Hegde Gajanana ,   Professor, Dept. of Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital, Mysuru, Karnataka, India.
Published: January 2024

Gridhrasi is defined as vata vyadhi characterised by radiating pain from lumbo-sacral region (spik-katipurva) through thigh, knee, calf and foot (uru, janu, jangha, pada). The disease Gridhrasi described in Ayurveda and Sciatica described in western medical textbooks have absolute similarity in their manifestation. Low back ache is one of the most common clinical symptoms experienced by substantial portion of the population.It can be conveniently concluded that these two represent the same disease.The estimated life time incidence of sciatica is around 13% -40% of total population. Annual incidence of an episode of sciatica ranges from 1%-5%. The high prevalence of sciatica varies considerably, ranging from 1.6% in general population to 40% in selected working population. Considering all these the present study was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of dashamoola niruha basti with bhadradarvadi gana kashaya basti in gridhrasi. Objectives:To compare the efficacy of dashamoola niruha basti followed by moolakadi thaila as anuvasana basti with bhadradarvadi gana kashaya basti followed by anuvasanabasti with prasarini thaila in the management of Gridhrasi. Materials and Methods: Total 40 subjects with 20 in each group.The interventions wereas follows, Group ADashamoola niruha basti followed by moolakadithaila as anuvasana basti. Group B Niruha with bhadradarvadi gana kashaya basti followed by anuvasana basti with prasarini thaila (in yoga basti pattern) in the management of Gridhrasi.The data was collected on 0th day, after the intervention i.e. on 9th day and after the completion of follow-up period i.e. on 25th day. Result: Group A and Group B showed equal statistical significance with assessment parameters like Ruk, Stambha, SLR test, Bragards sign, Sciatica bothersome index scale value with the significance P value of 0.005. On comparison, between the groups there was non-significant results found. Hence, both the groups were effective in reducing the symptoms of Gridhrasi. The overall study revealed that the selected intervention has showed significant results in the management of Gridhrasi vis-a-vis Sciatica.
ASSESSMENT OF AWARENESS OF MENSTRUATION AND MENSTRUAL HYGIENE PRACTICES AMONG WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE GROUP- A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY AT TERTIARY CARE CENTER, MAHARASHTRA
Authors:   Junior Resident, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India., Asha Sopanrao Munjal , Bharat Chavan ,   Professor and Head of Department, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India., Bina M. Kuril ,   Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India., Shailesh Palve ,   Assistant Profesor, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India., R.T. Ankushe ,   Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India., Anushka Ingle ,   Junior Resident, Department of Community Medicine, GMCH Aurangabad, India.
Published: January 2024

Background: According to several studies, only 77.3% of Indian women follow menstrual hygiene practices.1 Unaddressed menstrual hygiene is said to hamper the achievement of some of the sustainable development goals (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th), which are related to menstrual hygiene practices.1,2 Since the last two decades, womens literacy and status in society have improved, so it is important to know whether menstrual hygiene has improved or not. The present study will assess the adequacy of menstrual hygiene knowledge and practice, which is directly related to SDG 6.25. Objectives: 1.To asses the awareness and practices of menstrual hygiene. 2. To study socio-cultural factors associated with hygiene practices. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among women of reproductive age who attended gynecology OPD. A non-probability convenience sampling method and a pretested, semi-structured questionnaire were used. Results: In the current study, 100 women of reproductive age (15â€“45 years) were interviewed.70% of the participants belonged to the 21â€“35 age group, 98% were from urban areas, 74% were married, and 6% were illiterate. About 59% of participants had information about menstruation before menarche among them, 38% of participants mothers were the source of information. Nearly 27% participants had miss-belief regarding menstruation. 17% study subjects used cloth as a absorbent material where as 71% participant used less than two absorbent materials per day. Whereas 51% took hand wash after changing absorbent material. Nearly 12% of participants burned absorbent material, while 9% reused it and dried by sunlight. Nearly 78% of participants have been restricted activity during menstruation. Conclusion: This study shows the vital role of a source of information for appropriate knowledge of menstruation. The awareness of menstruation was found to be significantly correlated with literacy status. Good hygiene behavior was positively correlated with informant, literacy level, and family type. Socio-cultural limitations were still present among married women from joint families.
METAPLASTIC CARCINOMA BREAST: A CASE SERIES
Authors:   Associate Professor, Department of Pathology, BJ Govt Medical College, Pune., Rathod Kalpana , Arya Vishakha ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology, BJ Govt Medical College, Pune., Shinde Dhanshri ,   Senior Resident, Department of Pathology, BJ Govt Medical College, Pune., Nakate Leena ,   Professor & HOD, Department of Pathology, BJ Govt Medical College, Pune.
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Metaplastic breast carcinoma is a distinct histological type of breast cancer and comprises of two components ofboth epithelial & mesenchymal type in a single tumor. It includes adenosquamous, squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), spindle cell carcinoma, metaplastic carcinoma with mesenchymal differentiation, mixed carcinoma and myoepithelial carcinoma. Materials and Methods: The study comprises of 5 cases of Metaplastic Breast carcinoma and was conducted in the Department of Pathology in Western part of India. Discussion: MBC is characterized by adenocarcinoma admixed with spindle cells, squamous cells and mesenchymal differentiation. Among the five cases in the present series, two cases showed lymph nodes metastasis. Commonlyimmunohistochemistry (IHC) markers in cases of MBC shows triple negative for estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR) and HER2-neu. Conclusion: The MBC has a poor prognosis and have a diverse clinical behavior, variable histology and different regime of treatment.
The moderating role of intrinsic religiosity in the relationship of stressors and job performance: Evidence from Indonesia
Authors: Lina Lina
Published: January 2024

Job performance is the ability to complete work according to predetermined standards. Stressful conditions at work can make job performance worse. An individual’s intrinsic religiosity can weaken these stressful conditions. This study aims to empirically prove the influence of challenge and hindrance stressors on job performance and examine whether intrinsic religiosity can moderate this influence. This paper uses the method of administering online questionnaire surveys by distributing Google Form links to the eligible respondents without conducting the interview. It employs a non-probability sampling design with a purposive sampling method, in this case, judgment sampling. The criteria for selecting respondents are individuals who have the status of full-time employees and work in state-owned and private-owned organizations in the cities of Indonesia. This study proved all hypotheses. Higher challenge stressors result in higher job performance. At the same time, higher hindrance stressors result in lower job performance. Further, intrinsic religiosity weakens the positive influence of challenge stressors on job performance. Individuals who are always attached to God will use work as a means to please God. The characteristics of these individuals are having a positive mental attitude so that they are always ready and calm in facing various work situations and view work as a calling. Also, this study proves that the negative influence of hindrance stressors on job performance is weaker in people with intrinsic religiosity. Ambiguous job descriptions, conflicts, or excessive work are no longer burdensome.
AcknowledgmentThis study is funded by the Faculty of Economics and Business, Pelita Harapan University, award number 023/P-ORP-FEB/I/2024.
Investigating factors affecting project performance moderated by project governance
Authors: Rashid Alalyani Wafa , Kuang Lee Chia
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to empirically examine the impact of total quality management, institutional pressure, and organizational citizenship behavior on project performance moderated by project governance in ongoing construction projects. Empirical data were collected from 162 respondents engaged in ongoing construction projects in Oman using a self-administered questionnaire. The partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) technique was used to analyze the data. The findings show that TQM significantly impacts project performance. In contrast, organizational citizenship behavior did not mediate between total quality management and project performance. Project governance partially moderated the impact of total quality management on project performance. This study offers practical implications for the construction industry that wants to improve its project performance. This paper recognizes the significance of TQM practices by developing an industry-wide culture of successful project performance. It is vital to support the ongoing efforts of the project managers to promote and apply quality management principles, particularly in the construction industry.
Jóvenes estudiantes en riesgo: un informe cuantitativo sobre cómo la adicción a redes sociales puede relacionarse con la ansiedad estado rasgo en estudiantes de educación superior
Authors: La Rosa Roca Sarma
Published: January 2024

Actualmente, la respuesta aparente ante diversos sucesos en los jóvenes estudiantes se realiza mediante el uso de plataformas y redes sociales, lo cual constituye un fenómeno efímero de la realidad. El objetivo del presente estudio fue encontrar la relación entre las variables adicción a las redes sociales y la ansiedad estado, y, la ansiedad rasgo; además, evaluar los niveles entre sus dimensiones y analizar las diferencias según edad y sexo en estudiantes de educación superior de una escuela de formación artística pública de Ayacucho. La investigación fue de enfoque cuantitativo de tipo no experimental y diseño correlacional. A través de la encuesta se administraron los cuestionarios Adicción a las Redes Sociales (ARS) y el Inventario de Autoevaluación sobre Ansiedad Estado Rasgo (IDARE) a una muestra censal de 112 estudiantes. Como resultado, se encontró una asociación positiva altamente significativa entre la ARS y los niveles de ansiedad estado y ansiedad rasgo. La ARS con sus tres dimensiones con la ansiedad estado y la ansiedad rasgo alcanzaron niveles medios sin diferencias significativas en función del género y la edad.
Zoonotic protozoa in diarrheic cats from the midwest of Brazil
Authors: Batista Faria Prado Jamile , Alberto do Nascimento Ramos Carlos , Jorge Babo Terra Veronica
Published: January 2024

Diarrhea, especially that of infectious origin, is a common problem in feline medicine. However, identifying a causative agent is difficult in routine clinical practice due to the many pathogens that lead to non-specific clinical signs. Among the various gastrointestinal parasites, protozoa, such as Giardia duodenalis (Lambl, 1859) and Cryptosporidium spp. (Tyzzer, 1907), pose a great threat because of their pathogenicity, prevalence in domestic animals, and zoonotic potential. This study aimed to report the occurrence of intestinal protozoa, G. duodenalis, and Cryptosporidium spp., in cats from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. Fecal samples and clinical and epidemiological data were obtained from 60 patients with diarrhea. Samples were subjected to DNA extraction and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to identify the protozoa. Protozoa-positive samples were subjected to DNA sequencing and phylogenetic analysis. PCR assays revealed that one sample (1.67 %) was positive for G. duodenalis, and four samples (6.67 %) contained Cryptosporidium spp. G. duodenalis assemblage B and Cryptosporidium felis (Iseki, 1979) were identified through amplicon DNA sequencing and subsequent phylogenetic analysis. This is the first report of C. felis and G. duodenalis (assemblage B) in cats in Mato Grosso do Sul, central-western Brazil.
Therapeutic Role of HAT Therapy in Sepsis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Saghafi Fatemeh , Boostani Moghadam Zahra , Salehi-Abargouei Amin , Beigrezaei Sara , Sohrevardi Seyed Mojtaba , Jamialahmadi Tannaz , Sahebnasagh Adeleh , Sahebkar Amirhossein
Published: January 2024

Background:

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine whether
the combination of hydrocortisone, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), and thiamine (HAT therapy) diminishes
the mortality and is effective in expediting the resolution of sepsis and septic shock or not.

Methods:

The following databases of PubMed, Scopus, ISI Web of Science, and Google Scholar
were explored until March 2021 for all existing literature related to this field. An automatic alert
for all databases was also activated to update our search. Meta-analysis was performed on clinical
trials and cohorts separately as well as on all the pooled populations.

Results:

This study evaluated nine clinical trials (1358 participants) and nine cohorts (339,437 participants)
and is the most comprehensive systematic review in this field. The results of our meta-analysis
demonstrated a significant difference in the reduction of Sepsis-Related Organ Failure Assessment
(SOFA) score changes (Δ-SOFA) over 72 h (Standard Mean Difference (SMD) =
−0.429; 95% CI: −0.737, 0.120; P = 0.006), duration of vasopressor (VP) (SMD = −0.373; 95%
CI: −0.619, −0.128; P = 0.003), and procalcitonin (PCT) clearance (SMD = 0.496; 95% CI: 0.061,
0.931%; P = 0.026). Considering the results of cohorts, HAT therapy was effective in the survival
of intensive care units (ICUs) patients (OR = 0.641; 95% CI: 0.423-0.970, P = 0.035). However,
no significant difference was observed between the intervention and control groups in hospital
mortality (Odds Ratio (OR) = 0.811, 95% CI: 0.544-1.209, P = 0.304), 28- to 30-day mortality
(OR = 1.000; 95% CI: 0.782-1.279, P = 0.998), new onset acute kidney injury requiring renal replacement
therapy ((OR = 0.856, 95% CI: 0.526, 1.391; P = 0.529), in-hospital length of stay
(LOS) (SMD = 0.090; 95% CI: −0.036, 0.216 days; P = 0.162), LOS in ICU (SMD = 0.016, 95%
CI: −0.138, 0.170 days; P = 0.838), and mechanical ventilation-free days (SMD = 0.004; 95% CI:
−0.154, 0.163 days; P = 0.956).

Conclusion:

Supplementation of septic and septic shock patients with HAT therapy has significant
beneficial effects on SOFA score over 72 hours, duration of exogenous vasopressor infusion
and procalcitonin clearance. Considering the results of cohort studies, supplementation with HAT
is efficacious in reducing ICU mortality.