bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PROFILING OF MEDICOLEGAL CASES OF MECHANICAL INJURIES TO HEAD AT TERTIARY CARE CENTER - A PROSPECTIVE STUDY
Authors: PRATAP SINGH JASPINDER , SHARMA AASHISH , KUMAR KULDIP , Sharma Chetna
Published: October 2023

Aims and Objectives: The study aims to profile the medicolegal cases of head injury in relation to its sociodemographic distribution, the type and nature of the injury, and the type of skull fractures reported.
Methods: The present prospective study of 318 medicolegal assault cases for mechanical injuries exclusively to the head, including the face, which reported a total of 404 wounds on the head and face, who reported to the emergency, Guru Nanak Dev Hospital attached to Government Medical College, Amritsar was conducted November 1, 2018, to April 2020. The study was conducted after seeking permission from the Institutional Ethics Committee, Government Medical College, Amritsar.
Results: Among the total of 318 cases, the majority of them, 289 (90.9%) were male and 29 (9.1%) were female. Two hundred and forty-four (76.7%) of the reported cases belonged to a rural background, whereas 74 (23.3%) were from an urban background. The most common was the cortical cut reported in 29 (37.2%) cases, followed by depressed fractures in 22 (28.2%) cases. The comminuted fractures were present in 18 (23.1%) cases, whereas there was a fissure fracture in 09 (11.5%) cases.
Conclusion: It is observed that assault-related cases of medicolegal injuries on the head are much more common in the younger generation and rural population. Thus prevention of assault-related activities, the primary focus should be encouraging the young generation about rationalism and tolerance.
TO STUDY THE PREVALENCE OF SARCOPENIA IN TYPE-2 DIABETIC PATIENTS IN A RURAL TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL
Authors: Bansal Yatharth , Kumari Savita
Published: October 2023

Objective: The objective of this study was to study the prevalence of sarcopenia in type-2 diabetic population coming to a rural tertiary care hospital.
Methods: A cross-sectional study involving 150 participants including both outpatient and inpatient department patients was conducted at MM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Mullana (Ambala) between June 2021 and June 2022 after seeking appropriate permissions and approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee. Patients who consented to participation were enrolled in the study and were evaluated as per the European working group for sarcopenia in older people algorithm using bioelectrical impedance analysis and were asked to fill out a printed proforma (available in Hindi and English languages) to assess their SARC-CalF scores, handgrip strength, calf circumference and comorbidities. Patients were interviewed if they were illiterate, and responses were recorded. Statistical analyses were performed on IBM SPSS Statistics version 26.
Results: The overall prevalence of sarcopenia was found to be 3.3% in 150 subjects who were enrolled in the study. Among the cases (diabetics), the prevalence was 4.0% and 2.67% in the controls (non-diabetics). Mean handgrip strength was found to be 18.73 kg among cases and 19.47 kg among controls. Handgrip strength did not show a significant association with diabetes (p=0.435). Handgrip strength was not found to be significantly associated to sex. Mean gait speed (in m/s) was found to be 1.42 in a range of 0.30–2.50 with a standard deviation of 0.59. Mean gait speed was 1.87 m/s in controls and 0.96 m/s in cases. Gait speed was found to be significantly associated with diabetes (p=0.00). No significant association was seen with sex (p=0.95). Mean calf circumference was found to be 33.28 cm among cases and 34.49 cm in controls. Calf circumference was found to be significantly correlated with diabetes (p=0.00). The SARC-CalF questionnaire was shown to have a sensitivity of 40% and a specificity of 100% at the recommended threshold of ≥11. In the study group, the mean HbA1c was found to be 10.1%. Sarcopenia was not found to be significantly associated with diabetes (p=0.649). No statistically significant relationship was found between hypertension and sarcopenia (p=0.394).
Conclusion: Sarcopenia is largely an overlooked disease, especially in India. Various efforts to study the prevalence, causation, and effects of sarcopenia have been made, but no large-scale studies have been undertaken so far. Our study concluded that the SARC-CalF questionnaire can be used as a bedside screening tool. Though our study failed to find any statistically significant relationship between sarcopenia and diabetes, large scale studies are still warranted in this regard.
A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY CONDUCTED FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF PREMENSTRUAL SYMPTOMS AMONG THE ADOLESCENT SCHOOL GIRLS OF MEHSANA CITY
Authors: PRIYANKA R PARMAR  , SHRIKALP S DESHPANDE
Published: October 2023

Objectives: The ojective is to study menstrual patterns. To study the prevalence of pre-menstrual symptoms among high school girls.
Methods: It is a cross-sectional, observational, and prospective study. A total of 384 adolescent girls were randomly enrolled in the study as per inclusion and exclusion criteria. Girls were belonging to higher secondary standards. Confidentiality was assured, and written informed consent was obtained. A data collection form was formed to conduct the survey. Ethical approval was obtained. The data were analyzed in MS Excel 2019. A descriptive analysis was done.
Results: A total of 384 high school girls with an age of 15.65±1.16 years were enrolled in the study. The calculated mean body mass index (BMI) was 18.82±2.93. 40.4% had an underweight BMI. The majority of the adolescent girls had regular menstrual cycles, and a few had irregular menstrual cycles every month. More than half (60.41%) did not know about premenstrual syndrome. Physical premenstrual symptoms were a downward dragging sensation (58.78%), lower back pain (55.53%), acne flare-ups (44.63%), diffuse headaches (37.72%), and painful periods (33.88%). Psychological symptoms in hierarchy are anger or irritability (52.16%), less interest in usual activities (44.03%), pelvic cramping (45%), cravings for sweets (42.88%), and mood swings (41.53%).
Conclusion: The prevalence of premenstrual symptoms was higher for physical and psychological symptoms. Physical symptoms can affect routine activities, and psychological symptoms affect girls’ behavior and mental status.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY TO EVALUATE THE CLINICAL OUTCOME OF CONJUNCTIVAL LIMBAL AUTOGRAFT AND AMNIOTIC MEMBRANE TRANSPLANT FOR THE TREATMENT OF PRIMARY PTERYGIUM
Authors: Chatterjee Arkendu , Sahar Shafaque , Roy Rupam , Mukhopadhyay Udayaditya
Published: October 2023

Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the safety and effectiveness of the conjunctival limbal autograft (CLAG) and amniotic membrane transplantation (AMT).
Methods: After a full pre-operative assessment 100 patients with primary pterygium attending the ophthalmology outpatient department of a teaching hospital in Eastern India, fulfilling the inclusion and exclusion criteria were selected for our study. The patients were explained the procedure of the study and possible outcomes. They were divided into two groups. Group A: Where 10-0 nylon was to be used for CLAG after pterygium excision. Group B: Where 10-0 nylon was to be used for AMT after pterygium excision.
Results: There was marked improvement in vision postoperatively more in the AMT group than CLAG. In the AMT group: 34% had a visual acuity of LogMAR 0.00, 30% had LogMAR 0.12, 12% had LogMAR 0.18, and 24% had LogMAR 0.30 after the surgery. In the CLAG group: 52% had a visual acuity of LogMAR, 20% had LogMAR 0.12, 22% had LogMAR 0.18, and 6% had LogMAR 0.30 after the surgery. Graft and suture-related complications were more in the CLAG group than in the amniotic membrane (AM) graft group.
Conclusion: In the present study, The CLAG group was found to be associated with more discomfort, and more post-operative complications than AMT. AM may provide a basement membrane rich in various growth factors and matrix proteins, which promotes epithelial cell migration, adhesion, and differentiation. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic effects and exerts anti-scarring effects through the transforming growth factor-β pathway. AMT may be a superior treatment in primary pterygium due to lower recurrence rate, shorter surgical times, and better visual and cosmetic outcomes.
Ashtasudaya Churn: To Give Relief from Congestion Due to Airborne Diseases
Authors: Wagh Ms. Hrutuja , Dupade Ms. Dhanashri , Girbane Mr. Vishal , Bhosale Ms. Shravanee , Deshmukh Dr. Meera , Tilak Dr. Pranati
Published: October 2023

Abstract: Everyone in the world adopts natural remedies to cure any kind of disease condition. People have faith in natural remedies. To enhance the trust of people here we came with a herbal Churn which you can take at any time to treat your disease condition. To help and improve your health by boosting your immunity. This Churn contains eight different Ayurvedic Aushadhi which you can take at any time in the day with a specified dose. In the Churn preparation, we used Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Lemongrass (Cymbopogon), Long pepper (Piper longum), Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflora), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum), Clove (Syzygiumaromaticum), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) this eight herbs. This Ayurvedic formulation is evaluated for flow properties, microbial contamination, and different spectroscopic analysis. You can just boil the required amount of Churn in water and have a healthy sip minimum of thrice a day which boosts your immunity and give relief from congestion due to air born diseases
Analysis of the application of buteyko breathing exercise to improvement of respiratory rate (RR) and oxygen saturation (SpO2) in asthma patients in the emergency room RSUP Dr. Kariadi
Authors: Mursjid Djiwandono Saadillah , Trisnaningtyas Wenny , Utami Dwiningsih Sri , Dafid Zakaria Eka , Nisa Rif’atun
Published: October 2023

Introduction: Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the respiratory tract characterized by coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing and a feeling of heaviness in the chest which is generally reversible both with and without treatment. Giving buteyko breathing exercise action is more effective than before being given the action. Objectives: To analyze the application of buteyko breathing exercise to the improvement of respiratory rate (RR) and oxygen saturation (SpO2). Methods: Descriptive analysis in the form of case studies with total sampling based on inclusion and exclusion criteria of 3 patients under management. The application of buteyko breathing exercise was carried out, observing vital signs before and after buteyko breathing exercise. Results: Nursing problems are ineffective breathing patterns with Respiratory Rate (RR) > 26 x/minute and 2 patients were found to have mild hypoxia with SpO2 <95%. After the application of buteyko breathing exercise, the three patients experienced an improvement in their condition with RR 18-20 x/minute and SpO2 > 98%. The author gives the application of buteyko breathing exercise to asthma patients with an improvement in the condition of RR and SpO2. Supported by Lisavina's research (2019) with the difference between controlling asthma before and after implementing Buteyko breathing. Conclusions: The application of buteyko breathing exercise in assessing improvement in respiratory rate (RR) and oxygen saturation (SpO2) did not have a negative impact on patient conditions, hospital costs, time and effort, or infrastructure.
Una mirada a las prácticas de enseñanza de las ciencias sociales en Guadalajara de Buga
Authors: Betancur Cruz Luis Bernardo
Published: October 2023

Objetivo: aportar al campo de problematización de la enseñanza de las Ciencias Sociales evidenciando las prácticas didácticas más comunes en las Instituciones Educativas de la ciudad de Guadalajara de Buga y desde una discusión teórica que expone y problematiza la crisis de los modelos constructivistas y dialogantes en la enseñanza en esta área escolar. Metodología: investigación cualitativa. La información se recolectó entre cinco Instituciones Educativas de la ciudad y el Programa Académico de Licenciatura en Historia; las técnicas de recolección de información fueron la entrevista estructurada, el grupo focal y la revisión documental (PEI, planes de área y documento presentado para renovación de registro calificado en el PALHUV). Resultados: los profesores de Ciencias Sociales reconocen la importancia que en términos de formación cognitiva, emocional y social posibilitan las Ciencias Sociales y la Historia, sin embargo, dicha postura contrasta con unas prácticas didácticas de corte asignaturista. Se observan ciertos cambios en las didácticas que están directamente relacionados con el avance del mundo digital y la necesidad de incorporarlo como insumo dentro de los procesos de enseñanza de las Ciencias Sociales. Conclusiones: actualmente, solo unos pocos estudios en didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales han trascendido al campo aplicado de la didáctica sobre la base de una suerte de posibilidades, entre ellas, el uso pedagógico de las metodologías de investigación histórica o de las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación, porque permiten un acercamiento más experimental del estudiante con el saber.
Germination of Camelina sativa producing modified fatty acids under low temperature conditions
Authors: Ballenger Joe , Kenney Sam , Gordon Jared , Brown Autumn , Fischer Annika , Lingwan Maneesh , Gutierrez Katia , Allen Doug , Gehan Malia
Published: October 2023

Plants store carbon as oil in their seeds, which is a resource that
needs to be mobilized in order to germinate. Camelina sativa is a
prospective biofuel crop which has the potential to be used as a cover
crop in corn and soy growing regions. Camelina plants have been
engineered to produce medium-chain fatty acids useful in the production
of biofuels, lubricants, and other products. To test suitability of
these modified Camelina lines for growth in cool climates such as
those found in the midwestern US, we performed germination tests on
seeds in growth chambers at temperatures similar to those encountered in
early season in corn-growing regions (6°C, 15°C, and 22°C). Controls
were the untransformed background Suneson genotype, as well as plants
from the far northern and southern ranges of C. sativa.
Germinating seedlings were imaged using Raspberry Pis, and analyzed with
PlantCV for the number of plants and the cotyledon area. To determine
effects of seed fatty acid content later in the growth cycle, seedlings
were transplanted and grown at 22°C until seed set. These plants were
imaged every 20 days to track height, width, area, and solidity using
PlantCV to analyze the data.
Physiological and Digital Phenotyping of Drought Tolerance in Brassica Crops
Authors: Rathuge Lakma , Eynck Christina , Duddu Hema , Parkin Isobel , Shirtliffe Steve
Published: October 2023

Climate change poses a significant threat to agricultural systems, with
drought becoming increasingly prevalent in the Canadian prairies. This
study addresses the urgent need to enhance crop resilience, focusing on
Brassica carinata, a promising industrial feedstock crop used for
the production of biofuels. Our research aims to comprehensively
evaluate drought adaptive capacity in B. carinata through a
combination of physiological and digital phenotyping methods. Under
controlled conditions, we utilized a high-throughput phenotyping
platform, the Plantarray system, to screen B. carinata germplasm.
This system facilitated precise measurements of physiological traits,
soil conditions, and atmospheric parameters, enabling the assessment of
drought response. Concurrently, we conducted a field phenotyping
experiment with 47 B. carinata Nested Association Mapping (NAM)
founder lines and two B. napus checks, under irrigated and
non-irrigated conditions. Aerial imagery obtained through Unmanned
Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), complemented by phenological observations and
manually recorded phenotypic data, was systematically gathered. Digital
phenotypes extracted from aerial images are analyzed to identify a
digital phenotype(s) for drought tolerance. Our study also explores the
correlation between indoor physiological data and field performance of
B. carinata lines, in an effort to identify parameters that can
serve as reliable predictors of seed yield under drought stress.
Overall, we believe this research provides valuable insights for
enhancing crop resilience to drought.
Association between eating habits and low physical activity in adolescents
Authors: Djurdjevic Dragan , Nikolic Aleksandra , Mazic Sanja , Sipetic-Grujicic Sandra
Published: October 2023

Background/Aim. Insufficient levels of physical activity and poor nutrition, have led to an increase in the number of obese adolescents and cardiometabolic problems. The aim of this study was to analyze the association between eating habits and low physical activity levels among adolescents. Methods. The cross-sectional study, conducted in May 2017, included a total of 389 participants, aged 15?19 years. The study instrument was a questionnaire regarding demographic characteristics, physical activity (International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form), as well as eating habits. The data were analyzed using univariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis. Results. A total of 131 participants (33.7%) had a low level of physical activity, and 258 (66.3%) had a moderate/high level of physical activity. Adolescents with moderate/high physical activity were significantly more likely to be male and medical school students. Moreover, they had breakfast significantly more often, consumed fish more than twice a week or at least twice a week, ate fruit once a day or more, and generally ate healthy, compared to the high school students with low physical activity. Among the factors associated with low physical activity were the following: the female gender, eating breakfast never/sometimes, consuming fish less than twice a week, fruit less than once a day, maintaining a healthy diet, and adolescents aged 18?19 years. Conclusion. This study identified several statistically significant independent factors associated with low physical activity in adolescents. Based on the obtained results, it is necessary to undertake certain interventions, promote physical activity, correct eating habits, and the overall lifestyle, with a special emphasis on the female population and teenagers aged 18?19 years. The education of both adolescents and their parents is essential.
COVID-19 Vaccination Prior to SARS-CoV-2 Infection Reduced Risk of Subsequent Diabetes Mellitus: A Real-World Investigation Using U.S. Electronic Health Records
Authors: Hsieh Tina Yi Jin , Chang Renin , Yong Su-Boon , Liao Pei-Lun , Hung Yao-Min , Wei James Cheng-Chung
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVE

Previous studies have indicated a bidirectional correlation between diabetes and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. However, no investigation has comprehensively explored the potential of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination to reduce the risk of new-onset diabetes in infected individuals.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

In the first of 2 cohorts, we compared the risk of new-onset diabetes between individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 and noninfected individuals (N = 1,562,606) using the TriNetX database to validate findings in prior literature. For the second cohort, we identified 83,829 vaccinated and 83,829 unvaccinated COVID-19 survivors from the same period. Diabetes, antihyperglycemic drug use, and a composite of both were defined as outcomes. We conducted Cox proportional hazard regression analysis for the estimation of hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% CIs. Kaplan-Meier analysis was conducted to calculate the incidence of new-onset diabetes. Subgroup analyses based on age (18–44, 45–64, ≥65 years), sex (female, male), race (White, Black or African American, Asian), and BMI categories (<19.9, 20–29, 30–39, ≥40), sensitivities analyses, and a dose-response analysis were conducted to validate the findings.

RESULTS

The initial cohort of patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 had a 65% increased risk (HR 1.65; 95% CI 1.62–1.68) of developing new-onset diabetes relative to noninfected individuals. In the second cohort, we observed that vaccinated patients had a 21% lower risk of developing new-onset diabetes in comparison with unvaccinated COVID-19 survivors (HR 0.79; 95% CI 0.73–0.86). Subgroup analyses by sex, age, race, and BMI yielded similar results. These findings were consistent in sensitivity analyses and cross-validation with an independent data set from TriNetX.

CONCLUSIONS

In conclusion, this study validates a 65% higher risk of new-onset diabetes in SARS-CoV-2–infected individuals compared to noninfected counterparts. Furthermore, COVID-19 survivors who received COVID-19 vaccinations experienced a reduced risk of new-onset diabetes, with a dose-dependent effect. Notably, the protective impact of COVID-19 vaccination is more pronounced among the Black/African American population than other ethnic groups. These findings emphasize the imperative of widespread vaccination to mitigate diabetes risk and the need for tailored strategies for diverse demographic groups to ensure equitable protection.
Tracheostomy Tube Exchange Failure Under General Anesthesia: A Case Report and Retrospective Analysis
Authors: Kojima Yuki , Sendo Ryozo , Hirabayashi Kazuya
Published: October 2023

A 54-year-old man with squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue underwent bilateral cervical lymph node dissection, total tongue resection, forearm flap reconstruction, and tracheostomy. The plan was to replace the oral endotracheal tube (ETT) with a cuffed tracheostomy tube at the end of the surgical case while the patient was still under general anesthesia. No major complications were expected as the tracheal foramen was visible once surgical access was obtained. However, removal of the ETT and subsequent placement of the tracheostomy tube failed twice. Successful ventilation was not observed via capnography, and the patient’s peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) dropped to 70%. The anesthesiologist concluded that securing the airway through the tracheostomy would be difficult. The patient was immediately reintubated orally at which time his SpO2 was 38%, and he was successfully resuscitated and recovered without any sequelae. This rare situation was one we had not encountered previously, so we retrospectively analyzed all tracheostomy cases performed by our department from the past 3 years. Data from 54 patients who underwent tracheostomy tube exchange after tracheostomy were aggregated from their medical records and compared with our patient. Excluding the conditions during surgery, we surmised that tracheal depth, S/H ratio, and body weight were identified as potentially significant risk factors for failed tracheal tube placement or exchange.
A Case Report of Burning Mouth Syndrome with Dry Mouth Managed by Kampo Medicine
Authors: Okayasu Ichiro , Tachi Mizuki , Suzue Erika , Ito Nanae , Ozaki Yu , Mishima Gaku , Kurata Shinji , Ayuse Takao
Published: October 2023

The patient was a 56-year-old woman who complained of chronic pain involving her tongue. We diagnosed her with burning mouth syndrome (BMS) based on exclusion of any local factors or systemic conditions. The patient not only had tongue pain but also had other signs and symptoms like scalloped tongue, dry mouth, and headache. To manage these additional issues, we used Goreisan, an herbal Kampo medicine, as a complementary alternative medicine (CAM) approach along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The patient’s BMS was successfully managed with the combination of CAM and CBT, which may suggest that the pathophysiology for BMS might be nociplastic pain rather than purely nociceptive or neuropathic.
Pronounced QT Prolongation During General Anesthesia in a Child with Left Ventricular Noncompaction Cardiomyopathy: A Case Report
Authors: Nishikawa Mika , Takaishi Kazumi , Takata Marina , Sasajima Osamu , Fujiwara Shigeki Joseph Luke , Eguchi Satoru , Kawahito Shinji
Published: October 2023

We report the case of an 8-year-old boy with left ventricular noncompaction cardiomyopathy (LVNC) and QT prolongation who experienced further prolongation of the QTc during general anesthesia for extraction of a maxillary mesiodens. Pronounced prolongation of the QTc was observed after induction of general anesthesia with thiamylal and during emergence. No notable fluctuations in blood pressure, heart rate, and estimated continuous cardiac output were observed. We considered it likely that the QT prolongation was triggered by thiamylal and increased sympathetic nervous system activity. During general anesthesia for children with LVNC and QT prolongation, it is necessary to monitor intraoperative hemodynamic fluctuations and prepare for the possible occurrence of arrhythmias.
Uma interpretação institucionalista evolucionária sobre a corrupção
Authors: Livramento Eduardo Toneto , Salles Alexandre Ottoni Teatini
Published: October 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é elaborar uma interpretação do fenômeno da corrupção através de uma abordagem institucionalista evolucionária a partir dos princípios teóricos elaborados por Thorstein Veblen e Geoffrey Hodgson. Considera-se a corrupção como um comportamento (ou método de vida) que emerge como uma estrutura social complexa da interação entre agentes, representada por conjuntos de regras, normas e significados característicos. A interpretação proposta fornece uma perspectiva ontológica institucionalista enfatizando que a evolução social e econômica é um processo contínuo, cumulativo e não-linear, impulsionado por mudanças nas instituições. A principal conclusão a que se chegou foi que a impunidade representa um mecanismo facilitador, encorajador e/ou canalizador da assimilação e reprodução dos hábitos corruptos por agir como mitigadora das graves consequências destes atos de violação de regras morais.
De la euforia neoliberal a la derrota electoral:
Authors: López Emiliano
Published: October 2023

En los últimos años Argentina tuvo un cambio rotundo de rumbo político y económico de la mano Alianza Cambiemos con un programa alineado a los preceptos neoliberales y basado en una matriz político ideológica que articuló las nuevas y las viejas formas de la derecha política en el país. El artículo intenta analizar los cambios económicos y políticos que se produjeron a largo del gobierno de la Alianza Cambiemos en Argentina en el período 2015-2019. Se estudian aquí las articulaciones entre economía y política para entender el ciclo que pasó desde un momento de euforia de los sectores dominantes con el proyecto político de la alianza de gobierno a una etapa de crisis económica y una derrota electoral contundente. Para ello el artículo trabaja tanto sobre una metodología cuantitativa como sobre el análisis del discurso de los principales actores empresariales y funcionarios públicos clave para dar cuenta de las articulaciones mencionadas.
Armenian Catholics in Brazil
Authors: Loureiro Heitor , Scandolara Daniel
Published: October 2023

This paper aims to trace a brief history of Armenian Catholics in Brazil, highlighting religious and lay leaders who helped to create an Armenian Catholic community in the city of São Paulo. It starts from the plane to set up a Mission in the city to the difficult task to build a church for the small but very committed community of Armenian Catholics in the city. The challenges, the discussions, the events and also a problematization of the role of the São Gregorio Illuminator’s Church nowadays are all aspects commented on throughout this paper. The is there to analyze the history but also to incite the dialogue regarding the Church’s future.
LA PACE COME INCONTRO
Authors: Barbiero Gianguerrino
Published: October 2023

O artigo oferece um estudo canônico e estrutural do Sal 85, colocando-o no contexto do terceiro livro dos Salmos (Sal 73-89). O salmo não é propriamente uma lamentação nem supõe uma moldura cultual. Ele é mais uma reflexão sapiencial sobre a palavra de Deus num momento de crise, que se identifica com as circunstâncias históricas do retorno do exílio (sec. VI a. C.), e tem no Sal 126 um paralelo. O salmo está dividido em 2 cânticos (vv. 2-8 e 9-14), cada qual composto de duas estrofes (vv. 2-4.5-8 e 9-10.11-14). O primeiro cântico exprime a queixa de Israel, confrontando a alegria do retorno em pátria (vv. 2-4) como a presente situação de sofrimento, em que parece que Deus esteja ainda encolerizado com o seu povo (vv. 5-8). O segundo cântico apresenta a resposta de Deus, pela voz do salmista. A terceira estrofe (vv. 9-10) ressalta a responsabilidade de Israel, que pode anular o projeto de paz que Deus tem para o seu povo por causa de sua teimosia. A quarta e última estrofe (vv. 11-14) prospecta, apesar de tudo, um futuro de paz em que o amor de Deus se encontrará, um dia, com o amor do homem. Para um cristão, esse encontro se realizou no nascimento de Jesus, mas precisa ainda ser realizado, pois ainda há guerra no mundo.
Afghan Youth's Expectation for Educational, Economic and Political Development during the Reign of Taliban
Authors: Adel Samiullah , Anoraga Bhirawa
Published: October 2023

Various aspects of life have been dramatically shifted when the Taliban conquers Afghanistan recently. However, the changes occurring in sectors of education, economy, and politics have been acquired as the prominent issues to be discussed for the three factors will become the ground of the country's development. Thus, the study will be concentrated on the expectation of young Afghani for their country in the three aspects of education, economy, and politics. The study employs the qualitative method of the phenomenological approach. The data is acquired through in-depth interviews with twenty-five informants, consisting of five scholars, seven academicians, and thirteen influential youngsters in Afghanistan. Analysis of the data is conducted through Interactive Miiles and Hubberman technique. The findings indicate four expectations of young Afghanis in general. First, gender equality in education sectors that males and females should gain similar opportunities at every level of education. Second, the duration of primary education should be shortened to twelve years as the reign recently requires elementary education for fourteen years. Third, the current curriculum should be reformed to be a more systematic, professional, and skill-oriented curriculum that graduates are qualified for job demands. Fourth, Despite of high-income tax which almost gains 50%, the reign should lower the income tax to 10% to invite investors to arrive in Afghanistan. Fifth, it is expected that the reign establishes political stability for every community group and the international world. The findings are expected to be relevant input for the reign of the Taliban for a better Afghanistan in the future.
The Relationship Between Prophetic Hadith and Intellect: A Critical Examination of the Scholarly Discourse
Authors: Rizapoor Habiburrahman , Poya Aminullah , Athari Zaifullah
Published: October 2023

If the authenticity of a Hadith is uncertain and contradicts intellect, it can be deemed weak. However, if a Hadith is deemed authentic by Hadith scholars, two distinct theories emerge among Muslim scholars. The first theory argues that a correct Hadith never opposes the intellect. According to this perspective, a sound and clear intellect will never contradict an authentic Hadith. In contrast, the second theory posits that a prophetic Hadith should be considered weak if it conflicts with intellect. The study employs analytical and library research methods, drawing on a range of scholarly works including books, academic articles, and writings by Muslim scholars. The findings of this paper indicate that a Hadith, narrated through a strong chain of narrators tracing back to the Prophet, cannot inherently contradict the intellect. However, if a Hadith contradicts sound intellect, it can serve as a valid reason to question its authenticity and consider it weak. Through a comprehensive analysis of the scholarly discourse, this study provides a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between Hadith and intellect and how Islam values the intellect. It underscores the importance of rigorous authentication processes, emphasizing the need to consider the reliability of the Hadith chain and the principles of intellectual reasoning when assessing the strength or weakness of a prophetic Hadith.
INDONESIAN GRADUATE STUDENTS’ CONSEQUENCES AND DECISIONS OF ENGLISH ACADEMIC WRITING INSTRUCTION (EAWI) AT HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Subandowo Dedy , Utomo Dhafid Wahyu
Published: October 2023

This study aims to assess the consequences and decisions of EAWI for Indonesian graduate students studying in a non-native English-speaking environment. This study seeks to shape the perception of the effects of EAWI and facilitate the decision to positively impact Indonesian graduate students enrolled in higher institutions in Hungary. The study employs a semi-structured interview on educational background, English as a medium of instruction (EMI), writing assignments, self-consciousness towards English academic writing (hereafter EAW), and attitudes towards English academic writing. Four Indonesian MA and MSc students enrolled in the Faculty of Social Sciences at three different universities were involved in this study. In addition to data interpretation, the audio-recorded interview was transcribed using a Web speech API application. The extracts were subsequently translated into English, coded, and categorized into the topics chosen. The findings illustrate the consequences of English academic writing instruction on the importance of language features and grammar for students. The results involve possible impacts, experiences, perspectives, and strategies to improve the English academic writing of Indonesian graduate students. Decision ties with the university and departmental regulations and attention to principles to provide an academic writing course in English.
Post global pandemic and national paradigm of resilience of Indonesian SMEs
Authors: Fatimah Nuzulul , Wibisono Muhammad Gunawan , Fareed Abid
Published: October 2023

Indonesia has a big potential of development by boosting up the SMEs. The SMEs seems neglected by its history on Indonesia as the main focus remained on public sector. The SMEs particular in large scale manufacturing units beyond the government, bank, and liberalization. As the SMEs sector period withdraw their development because of lack skill and function. In this research, SMEs sector in Indonesia as an object using the bibliography methodological to analyze the paradigm and liberate realizing the need to specify the key terms for purposes resilience on post global pandemic. Through innovative business opportunities and creating value by individuals, it is an effort to create value. In addition, this value creation can be done by providing encouragement to manage the risks of a project, improving communicative and management skills in helping the movement of people, fast materials and financial resources for project success.
Effectiveness of Digital Music Platforms’ Social Media Interaction on Advertising Trust Using Cognitive Aspects
Authors: Anantia Alviana Aslama , Masnita Yolanda , Kurniawati Kurniawati
Published: October 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic-related economic crisis made many firms to switch their advertising strategy to digital media, with social media being one of the most popular choices due to its lower cost. As a business with rapid growth and being the most popular form of entertainment among internet users, digital music platforms is no exception. Regarding the current phenomenon, it is unknown at this time whether social media marketing is one of the numerous crucial variables causing this service's expansion. Therefore, this research seek to reveal the impact of social media interaction towards advertising trust of digital music platform through knowledge and affection as the cognitive aspects used. This research conducted on a quantitative method with data collection using questionnaires (Google Form), collected from 190 respondents in Jabodetabek whose having subscriptions for at least on one of digital music platform available in Indonesia. The data is analyzed using Partial Least Squares (PLS). The result shows that social media interaction has a significant impact towards advertising trust, both directly and indirectly through knowledge and affection. Among variables tested, the perception of affection is the lowest. It is desired that digital music platform services companies will look into this matter more.
El nivel de las competencias digitales de los docentes de primaria en colegios de Lima Norte durante las clases virtuales del año escolar 2021
Authors: Carranza Johny , Rivas Guerrero María , Iraola-Real Iván
Published: October 2023

La educación virtual en nuestro país exige docentes con una serie de habilidades tecnológicas; por tal motivo, la presente investigación tiene como fin determinar el nivel de las competencias digitales (técnica, informacional, comunicativa, educativa, analítica, social y ética) de los docentes de primaria en colegios de Lima Norte durante las clases virtuales del año escolar 2021. El grupo muestral estuvo constituido por 25 docentes, 2 varones (8%) y 23 mujeres (92%) (Cinco valores perdidos). En relación a las edades de los encuestados, estuvo entre 20 y 46 años (Mage = 31.16, SD = 8.43). Los resultados del estudio revelaron que la media de las dimensiones fue: dimensión educativa (2.98), dimensión informacional comunicativa (3.30), dimensión social y ética (3.21), dimensión analítica (3.24) y dimensión técnica (2.88); de esta manera, se deduce que los docentes encuestados se localizan dentro del nivel esperado (nivel 3) establecidos por el MINEDU. En síntesis, se demostró que los cinco niveles de las competencias digitales del estudio son necesarios para determinar si un docente es o no competente en el escenario virtual.
Luxury, slow and fast fashion: A case study on the (un)sustainable creating of shared values
Authors: MacGregor Pelikánová Radka , Sani Margherita
Published: October 2023

Research background: Since crises magnify differences and bring both challenges and opportunities, the current complex global setting makes the mutual interconnection a fundamental platform meant  to create confidence and also to lead to a unique strategic advantage. Due to its inherent particularities, the fashion industry is a relevant sphere for performing a categorial reflective triangulation study about the understanding and employment of creating shared values (CSV) within the EU framework.
Purpose of the article: The purpose of the article is to research, analyze and critically highlight how CSV is approached by archetypical fashion industry businesses from all three fundamental segments (luxury, fast, slow) and how this fits into the EU law framework.
Methods: A categorial reflective triangulation study in four steps is performed while using a content analysis, empirical field observation, qualitative manual Delphi approach and critical juxtaposition with glossing and Socratic questioning. Firstly, 30 archetypical fashion industry businesses are identified and split into luxury, slow and fast fashion segments. Secondly, for each business, research is done on how it identifies its CSVs. Thirdly, the verification of these CSVs is performed in order to confirm or reject the genuineness. Fourthly, the results are projected into the EU framework.
Findings & value added: Based on the performed study and its critical analysis, there appear extremely interesting dynamics in the CSV perception and strategies by luxury, slow and fast fashion businesses with a clear overlap in the EU sphere. In particular, fashion businesses from all three segments take into consideration sustainability and the fight against waste, but each segment has a different pro-CSV strategy to do so, and it is critical to contemplate which of these three strategies will become sustainable.
Screening anti-fatigue components of American ginseng saponin by analyzing spectrum–effect relationship coupled with UPLC-Q-TOF-MS
Authors: Lin Meiyu , Hu Shaiping , Zeng Qi , Xiao Bixia , He Yao
Published: October 2023

Background

American ginseng has an obvious anti-fatigue effect, but the effective material basis is still unclear. The spectrum–effect relationship is a scientific method that studies the correlations between chemical spectra and pharmacological effect.

Objective

To reveal the real bioactive compounds in American ginseng saponin (AGS) based on a study of the underlying correlations between these compounds’ occurrence in rat serum after their intake of AGS and the anti-fatigue effect of AGS.

Methods

We utilized ultra-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC) with quadrupole and time-of-flight mass spectrometry (Q-TOF-MS) to analyze the extract of AGS and its constituents in serum after oral administration in rats. The anti-fatigue effect of AGS in rats was measured using the time weight-bearing swimming technique, the content of blood urea nitrogen, hepatic glycogen, and blood lactic acid. The relationship between the peak area values in fingerprints from rat serum and pharmacodynamic parameters of AGS was established using correlation analysis with partial least square regression (PLSR) method and gray correlation method.

Results

We detected and identified 22 compounds from extract, and 8 prototype components from serum. Through PLSR and gray correlation method, it was found that the ginsenosides Re, Rb1, and Rb2 were significantly positively related to the pharmacodynamic data.

Conclusions

Based on the spectrum–effect relationship, PLSR and gray correlation method can be used to screen for the anti-fatigue components available in AGS. Such an approach is of practical significance as it provides an effective means for exploring the material basis for the efficacy of American ginseng, particularly as an anti-fatigue agent.
In silico prediction of deleterious non-synonymous SNPs in STAT3
Authors: Ajith Athira , Subbiah Usha
Published: October 2023

Background

STAT3, a pleiotropic transcription factor, plays a critical role in the pathogenesis of autoimmunity, cancer, and many aspects of the immune system, as well as having a link with inflammatory bowel disease. Changes caused by non-synonymous single nucleotide polymorphisms (nsSNPs) have the potential to damage the protein's structure and function.

Objective

We identified disease susceptible single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in STAT3 and predicted structural changes associated with mutants that disrupt normal protein–protein interactions using different computational algorithms.

Methods

Several in silico tools, such as SIFT, PolyPhen v2, PROVEAN, PhD-SNP, and SNPs&GO, were used to determine nsSNPs of the STAT3. Further, the potentially deleterious SNPs were evaluated using I-Mutant, ConSurf, and other computational tools like DynaMut for structural prediction.

Result

417 nsSNPs of STAT3 were identified, 6 of which are considered deleterious by in silico SNP prediction algorithms. Amino acid changes in V507F, R335W, E415K, K591M, F561Y, and Q32K were identified as the most deleterious nsSNPs based on the conservation profile, structural conformation, relative solvent accessibility, secondary structure prediction, and protein–protein interaction tools.

Conclusion

The in silico prediction analysis could be beneficial as a diagnostic tool for both genetic counseling and mutation confirmation. The 6 deleterious nsSNPs of STAT3 may serve as potential targets for different proteomic studies, large population–based studies, diagnoses, and therapeutic interventions.
Changes of the gait induced by two different conservative methods applied to correct flexible flat feet in children 5 to 9 years old: foot orthoses vs foot orthoses supplemented with Zukunft-Huber manual therapy
Authors: Boryczka-Trefler Anna , Kalinowska Małgorzata , Szczerbik Ewa , Stępowska Jolanta , Łukaszewska Anna , Syczewska Małgorzata
Published: October 2023

Study aim: A flexible flat foot (FFF), one of the most common postural deformities among children, should not be perceived as an isolated problem of static alignment of foot and ankle, but as a part of dynamic biomechanical chain of a lower extremity, pelvis, and lower back. The aim of the study was to compare the impact of two methods, used for treating FFF, on the gait pattern in children after 12 months treatment.

Material and methods: 49 study participants with FFF were randomly assigned to one of the two intervention methods. One group was treated with foot orthoses (FOs), the other group with manual therapy, corrective bandaging and FOs.

Results: After one year of therapy, no significant differences were observed within either group before and after treatment regarding dimensional, spatio-temporal parameters, and ground reaction forces. However, noteworthy changes emerged in hip flexion moment, ankle plantar flexion moment, and ankle power in the group treated with the combined method. In the FOs-treated group, significant changes were found in ankle plantar flexion moment and ankle power.

Conclusion: The observed changes in joints’ peak moments and powers in both groups were positive changes, but the combine method seems to be more effective than wearing FOs only.
Numerical approximation in the application of Risk Parity with Conditional Value at Risk in case of mixed portfolios
Authors: Veliu Denis
Published: October 2023

The 2008 financial crisis has required new methods for portfolios diversification. In the same year, Maillard, Roncalli and Teiletche (2008) suggested a method that maximizes the diversification which is called Risk Parity or Equally weighted Risk Contribution strategy. The most common method to use the Risk Parity approach is to use the standard deviation as risk measure. In this paper, we describe a method to apply Risk Parity to the Expected shortfall or also known as Conditional Value at Risk using a numerical approximation from discrete historical observation. The expected shortfall can use the advantage of being a coherent measure, not to forget that it is also a convex measure, which is very useful in the optimization. Another advantage is that the Risk Parity approach doesn’t need the estimation of the expected return as an input. Usually, the models that require the expected returns, such as the Markowitz, model have higher concentration in a smaller number of assets. This will bring a very high turnover and drawdown of the performance. The performance analysis in this paper is applied in mixed portfolios composed by stock, bonds and commodities. They show also how better this model performs in case of the crisis. We also identify not only the strong points but also the week points of these models.