bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Coping style as mediator between resilience, perceived social support, and health-related quality of life in Chinese mainland women newly diagnosed with breast cancer
Authors: Zhou Kaina , Ning Fan , Wang Xiao , Wang Wen , Han Dongfang
Published: February 2021

Background

Breast cancer may impair health-related quality of life (HRQoL). We examined the mediating role of coping style (CS) in the relationship between resilience, perceived social support (PSS), and HRQoL in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in the Chinese mainland.
Methods

A total of 431 patients completed a survey at two hospitals in Shaanxi Province, China, using self-report measures assessing HRQoL, resilience, PSS, and CS. A one-sample t-test analyzed differences between resilience, PSS, and CS in breast cancer patients and the corresponding norm. Multivariate linear regression analyzed the independent predictors of HRQoL. The mediating role of CS between resilience, PSS, and HRQoL were investigated using structural equation modeling (SEM).
Results

Participants had significantly lower scores for resilience and PSS and higher scores for the avoidance and resignation CSs than their corresponding norm. SEM analysis showed resilience had significant direct effects on CS (B:0.66, 95% CI: 0.54, 0.77) and HRQoL [0.32 (0.12, 0.49)]. PSS had significant direct effects on CS [0.18 (0.06, 0.29)]. Resilience [0.32 (0.19, 0.53)] and PSS [0.09 (0.03, 0.18)] had significant indirect effects, and resilience [0.64 (0.56, 0.71)] had significant total effects on HRQoL. CS had significant direct and total effects on HRQoL [0.48 (0.30, 0.72)].
Conclusions

Newly diagnosed breast cancer patients of mainland China had lower resilience and PSS and higher negative CSs. CS appeared to mediate the influence of resilience and PSS on HRQoL. Multimodal intervention programs focusing on CS might increase the influence of resilience and PSS on HRQoL in breast cancer patients.
Performance of wide band gap amorphous silicon alloys as passivation layer in graded band gap solar structure
Authors: J Fatima Rasheed , Babu V.Suresh
Published: February 2021

This work investigates the behaviour of two amorphous silicon wide band gap alloys: amorphous silicon nitride (aSiN x ) and hydrogenated amorphous silicon carbide (aSi x C 1-x :H) as passivation layer in previously designed band gap tailored single junction photovoltaic structure: p + aSi x C 1-x :H/i-aSi:H/n + aSi 1-x Ge x :H. The work involves fabrication of PECVD made aSiN x samples followed by detailed optical characterisation on band gap tailoring interms of mole fraction,x. A rigorous study is made on the current density-voltage (J-V) characteristics as well as on the Internal Quantum Efficiency (IQE) characteristics of the recommended band gap tailored solar structure using aSiN x and aSi x C 1-x :H as passivation layers. The progressive band gap tailored solar cell structure using aSi x C 1-x :H passivation layer accomplishes conversion efficiency of 15.59 % while similar structure having aSiN x passivation layer delivers an efficiency of 15.32 %. By virtue of the obtained results, it is observed that aSi x C 1-x :H with high carbon content is more efficient than aSiN x to be considered as passivation layer. The work presents the performance of continuously band gap graded amorphous silicon alloy as passivation layer in single junction photovoltaic structures for the first time.
Not hurting students’ feelings: The impact of a specialized training on teacher mental health literacy in central Sri Lanka
Authors: Ginige P. , R.U Perera , S.C. Arambepola , P.R Kuruwita , N.D. Gunawardena
Published: February 2021

BackgroundGlobally 10-20% of children and adolescents are suffering from mental health disorders. Improving mental health literacy (MHL) of teachers supports early detection and referral of children with mental health problems.AimTo develop and conduct a training program to improve teachers’ MHL, “Sisu Sitha Noridawa (SSN)” (not hurting students’ feelings) in central Sri Lanka (SL) and to explore the effect of the intervention on teacher MHL.Method251 teachers participated in the study. Psychiatrist authors first facilitated small group discussions on ten case vignettes of common child psychiatry problems and then large group discussions using mini lectures and a handbook. Pre and post-tests were conducted to assess knowledge and attitudes on mental health problems of school children. The scores were analyzed using, Paired T-test in SPSS 17.ResultsThe mean score differences of pre and posttest in both knowledge and attitude components showed statistically significant differences with p values <0.001 (confidence interval of 95%) and Cohen’s d values >0.2 in each, indicating the training had a significant positive impact on improving both the knowledge and attitude about mental health.ConclusionThe training program had a significant positive impact on improving the MHL of participant teachers on common child and adolescent mental health problems. The sustainability of achieved effects and their application in classroom need exploration in a long-term study. SSN is a feasible and effective training program to be included in the existing teacher-training curriculum with in-service booster SSN programs, in a middle-income country like SL.
Maternal Depression, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and Social Support in Relation to Gestational Diabetes Risk
Authors: Versteegen Margaret E. , Bozlak Christine T. , Larkin Heather , Appleton Allison A.
Published: February 2021

Purpose

Psychosocial factors are of increasing interest as potential influencers in disease development. This study explores associations between gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and maternal depression, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and social support, in response to emerging evidence in these areas.
Methods

An observational, prospective cohort study (AIMS) served as the source of secondary data for this study. Participants included 300 pregnant women aged 18–40 years at an upstate New York prenatal care clinic, who completed a set of self-report questionnaires assessing exposures and stressors both during and prior to their pregnancy. Data were also abstracted from infant and maternal medical records.
Results

Logistic regression modeling estimated the odds ratios (ORs) of developing GDM in relation to psychosocial factors. There was a significant association between depression and GDM (OR = 2.85, 95% CI: 1.15, 7.06), which persisted in the model adjusted for age and BMI (aOR = 3.19, 95% CI: 1.25, 8.10). No significant associations were found between ACEs or social support with GDM.
Conclusions

Study findings support an association between maternal depression and GDM development. This study underscores the need for additional research on psychosocial factors and connections to health risks.
Association between Handgrip Strength and Depression in Older Adults - A Systematic Review and a Meta-Analysis
Authors: Zasadzka Ewa , Pieczyńska Anna , Trzmiel Tomasz , Kleka Paweł , Pawlaczyk Mariola
Published: February 2021

Background: Depression remains an important health problem among older adults. Disorders in older age result from the accumulation of various factors, chief among them somatic diseases, stressful life events, social isolation, unfavorable social attitudes towards older people, declined cognitive function, malnutrition, polypharmacy. Depression may be associated with the deterioration of physical fitness, whose chief indicator is hand grip strength (HGS). The aim of the study was to investigate the relationship between depression and HGS among older populations using the available literature. Methods: PubMed, Web of Science and Science Direct databases were searched. The inclusion criteria were as follows: written in English and published after 2009, subject age: ³60 years, HGS measured using a hand dynamometer, assessment of the depressive symptoms using a validated tool. The following articles were excluded: studies conducted among institutionalized subjects and/or populations with a specific disease. Results: The total combined effect of 33 results presented in 16 studies included in the meta-analysis, converted to the correlation coefficient, was OEr =-.148(SE = .030, 95%CI:-.206 – -.091), indicating a weak, negative correlation between HGS and depressive symptoms. Conclusion: The review of the literature and the meta-analysis demonstrated a relationship between low muscle strength measured with the HGS test and intensified depressive symptoms in older populations. Bearing in mind that depression is often unrecognized or underdiagnosed among older patients, lowered muscle strength in older subjects, should be an important sign for physicians and physiotherapists and an incentive to screen them for depression.
Florenliste von Deutschland - Gefäßpflanzen : Version 10 (August 2018)
Authors: Buttler Karl Peter , Thieme Michael
Published: February 2021

The checklist of the flora of Germany contains the accepted names of the vascular plants found in Germany, including hybrids, synonyms in the floristic literature (under construction), distribution in the federal states (under construction), status of the occurrences, information on the pronunciation of the scientific names, German names (under construction) and quotations of the first descriptions (under construction). Not included are those plants occurring in cultivation only. The version 10 documented here was published on August 18, 2018 at https://www.kp-buttler.de/. It contains 62,620 names, 11,530 of which are accepted taxa and 51,090 are synonyms.
EUROPEAN VECTOR IN UKRAINIAN FOREIGN POLICY (2010)
Authors: Denysenko V. I.
Published: February 2021

The research focuses on the relationship between Ukraine and European Union during the first year of Victor Yanukovych presidency. It highlights the attempts of the new Ukrainian government to establish the dialogue with the leaders of EU, including Josй Manuel, President of the European Commission Barroso, Herman Van Rompuy, President of the European Council, Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament, and Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, First Vice President of the European Commission. This was the motive put behind the first international visit of Victor Yanukovych to Brussels, March 1st, 2010. The author proves the idea of keen interest of Ukrainian top authorities to aspire visa-free travel regime with EU, that was supposed to later score more electoral points during the upcoming elections. Still, the terms of Ukraine-EU Association Agreement seemed for the representatives of the Party of Regions too difficult to implement, and, therefore, in their opinion, had limited perspectives. However, in public domain, both President Victor Yanukovych and his political teammates kept consistently demonstrating their commitment to European integration ideas. The Cabinet of Mykola Azarov, basing on the list of eighteen EU reforms, devised their own plan of integration into European legal, economic and information framework. According to this plan, from October 15th, 2010 the administration was to complete the provisions for signing association and the visa liberalization agreements. Ukraine was represented in EU by experienced diplomat Kostiantyn Ieliseyev. The research points out the existing controversies between Ukrainian and European parties in the question of establishing an extensive and far-reaching free trade area. It draws special attention to the progress made in the area of Ukraine-Europe cooperation in the sphere of power industry, endorsement of the law “Fundamentals for Natural Gas Market Development” and Ukraine becoming a member of Energy Community.
Chemical variability in vyacheslavite, U(PO4)(OH): Crystal-chemical implications for hydrous and hydroxylated U4+, Ca, and REE phosphates
Authors: Steciuk Gwladys , Škoda Radek , Dillingerová Veronika , Plášil Jakub
Published: February 2021

Particularly interesting chemical variability in the U4+ phosphate mineral vyacheslavite from Menzenschwand (Germany) has been discovered and investigated by means of electron-diffraction and micro-chemical methods. Suggested variability comprises the elevated contents of calcium and rare-earth elements (REEs or Ln). Based on the crystal structure refinement from 3D electron diffraction data, the structural formula of Ca-rich vyacheslavite studied is U0.895Ca0.105 PO4(OH)0.790(H2O)0.210. In general, such compositional variability involving Ca2+ can be expressed as U1–x CaxPO4(OH)1–2x(H2O)2x. Based on detailed electron-probe microanalysis, regions extremely enriched in Y and Ln have been discovered, characterized by the contents up to 11 wt% of Y2O3 and ~4.5 wt% of Ln2O3. In addition to the above-mentioned substitution mechanism, substitution involving Y and Ln can be expressed as U4+ + OH– → REE3+ + H2O. Although the structure refinement has not provided direct evidence of H2O in the studied nano-fragments of vyacheslavite, the presence of H2O and its substitution at OH– sites is a reasonable and necessary charge-balancing mechanism. One H atom site was located during structure refinements; however, an additional H-site is only partially occupied and thus was not revealed from the refinement despite the high-quality data. Substitutional trends observed here suggest possible miscibility or structural relationship between vyacheslavite, rhabdophane, and ningyoite that may depend strongly on OH/H2O content, considering that all crystallize under similar paragenetic conditions.
BAKERS YEAST CATALYZED AND ULTRASOUND ACCELERATED SYNTHESIS OF 2-AMINO-2-CHROMENES
Authors:   Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Mahavidyalaya Pandharpur, Dist. Solapur (M.S.) 413304 India., S. Londhe Balaji , L. Khillare Santosh ,   Shardabai Pawar Mahila College Shardanagar, Baramati, Dist. Pune (M.S.) 413102 India., M. Nalawade Avinash ,   Lal Bahadur Shastri College of Arts, Science and commerce, (M.S.) Satara. 415002. India., A. Mane Ramrao ,   Department of Chemistry,Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad (M.S.) 431004 India.
Published: February 2021

In the present work, bakers yeast catalyzed efficient synthesis of 2-amino-2-chromenes in methanol is presented. Here the ultrasonication has dual role i.e. as a source of energy for the reaction and tool for the disruption of the yeast cells. The cyclocondensation has been essentially carried under neutral conditions, thus reducing the possibility of unwanted side reactions.
CASE SERIES::: AMITRAZ POISONING:CLINICAL PROFILE AND MANAGEMENT::: IS STOMACH WASH AN ANTIDOTE??
Authors:   Third Year Post Graduate, Dept of General Medicine, Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India., K. Deepak , Rao Nobul ,   Third Year Post Graduate, Dept of General Medicine, Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India., Devi Rama ,   Assistant Professor, Dept of General Medicine, Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati., Reddy Muneeswar ,   Associate Professor, Dept of General Medicine, Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati., Bhaskar Jaya ,   Professor, Dept of General Medicine, Sri Venkateswara Medical College, Tirupati.
Published: February 2021

Amitraz compound is a triazapentadiene compound of amidine chemical family and is used as an insecticide/acaricide for controling the ectoparasites in animals.It has been found to be consumed for suicidal poisoning in the region near Tirupati, Andhra Pradeash, India. Here we report a case series of 17 patients who presented to emergency department of SVRR Govt General Hospital Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh with consumption of pure amitraz compound without combination of any other compounds during the time period from JAN 20 to NOV 20. The clinical signs, investigation workup and treatment of these patients is dealt in this case series. A stomach wash done within the golden hours of consumption of this toxic compound proves to be life saving in these patients.
DETERMINANTS OF EDUCATIONAL EXPENDITURE AMONG SCHEDULED CASTE FAMILIES IN MANNARKKAD TALUK, KERALA
Authors:   Asisstant Professor, Department of Economics, MES Mampad College., V.K Nasiya , Krishnan C. ,   Professor and Dean, Department of Development Studies Centarl University of South Bihar.
Published: February 2021

Consumption patterns differ from people to people with respect to the income which they spend.The scheduled castes (SCs) and scheduled tribes (STs) are constitutionally identified as historically disadvantaged people.The paper examines the determinants of educational expenditure on education among scheduled caste families in MannarkakdTaluk, Palakkad,kerala. Here the expenditure pattern of the SC families and also the determinants of the educational expenditure among them are examined and analysed by using appropriate statistical tools.
EFFECTIVENESS OF STP ON KNOWLEDGE OF PARENTS REGARDING ADVERSE EFFECTS OF TELEVISION IN CHILDREN
Authors:   Principal, One Beat College of Medical Sciences, BhiraKheri, Lakhimpur. U.P., S.U Santhosh , J.H Naveena ,   A.P, Amity College of Nursing, Amity University, Gurugram, Haryana., Rani C.M Shwetha ,   A.P, One Beat College of Medical Sciences, BhiraKheri, Lakhimpur. U.P.
Published: February 2021

Background of the study: Children of this generation addicted to the evil of society called Television and Mobile phone. The excessive viewing of TV may leads to Childhood obesity, Vision problems, Behavioral and Social maladjustments, decreased physical activity in children etc. Report suggested 85% of the food habits in children were based on Television and its advertisements. 62% of the behavioral problems in children are due to adverse effects of television. Objectives of the study: To evaluate the effectiveness of STP on knowledge of parents regarding Adverse effects of Television in children. Methodology:The research approach used in this study was Evaluative in nature and design adopted was pre experimental single group pre test -post test design. Total of 60 parents were selected by using Convenience sampling technique.A structured online questionnaire method was used to assess the knowledge of parents regarding effects of television viewing on children. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 37(55%) of the subjects in the pre-test had moderate knowledge regarding effects of television viewing on children, whereas in the post-test all the subjects (100%) had scored between 23 and 29 indicating good knowledge. The mean post-test knowledge score was significantly higher than mean pre-test knowledge score (t =19.51) at 0.05 level of significance. There was significant association between participants pre test knowledge scores with their educational qualification, number of children in the family and source of information. Conclusion: The study proved that parents had poor knowledge on effects of television viewing on children. After administration of the structured teaching programme their knowledge improved to a remarkable extent. The findings of the study showed that the structured teaching programme was effective in increasing the knowledge of parents regarding effects of television on children.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN THE COMMUNICATION CRISIS (A CASE STUDY OF PT. SABANG GEOTHERMAL ENERGY PROJECT LAND DISPUTE)
Authors:   PhD Student of Doctoral in Communication Science, Sahid University., Haerani Dian , Liliweri Alo ,   Professor of Faculty of Administration Sciences, Nusa Cendana University., Widowati Dewi ,   Professor of LSPR Communication and Business Institute, Jakarta.
Published: February 2021

Humans and conflicts are inseparable. Conflict is inevitable. Conflict is inevitable but manageable. In the daily activities of human beings both as individuals, as members of organizations or corporations, and as members of society are always faced with conflict. The same is true with the crisis. Conflict can be caused by crises including communication crises. Wrong communication can lead to great conflict and can threaten the survival of an organization or corporation. This study highlights the conflict that occurs between mining business investors and the community of PT. SGE with the people of Jaboy Sabang Aceh. The conflict raised in this study started from the land dispute between the people as landowners and PT. SGE as an investor. In the beginning, the companys mining business has built communication with elites such as regional leaders, community leaders, religious figures, and related stakeholders, but did not touch the public interest as a party directly related to the companys operational area. From the perspective of intercultural communication, there is a lack of harmonious communication between enterprises and society. This research is conducted to identify and trace the process of intercultural communication to reduce uncertainty between the two parties based on the theory of uncertainty reduction, the theory of intercultural communication, the concept of conflict, conflict management, and conflict resolution. As qualitative research, the data was collected through in-depth interviews with informants from investors and community leaders in Aceh strengthened by observation. From the results of the analysis and discussion, the researchers found the fact that the company did not adhere to the principles in building intercultural communication and did not dive into the characteristics of the people of Aceh. PT. SGE temporarily halted the companys operations to complete licensing and fulfilling its commitment to the community. As a result of the conflict that occurred that once disrupted the operations of companies that carry the mission of the government in realizing information for the people of Aceh can walk back and get support from the community. Conflicts that occur have been resolved with the concept and model of conflict resolution. Thus what is the desire of the community is bridged through open communication, consistent, committed so that mutually beneficial cooperation is established.
LATTICE DYNAMICALSTUDY OF EUROPIUM SULFIDE (EUS) USING TRI & TRSMODEL
Authors:   Department of Physics, Govt. P.G College, Lohaghat, Uttaranchal-262524, India., Pratap Singh Shyamendra , Srivastava U.C ,   Department of Physics, Amity Institute of Applied Sciences, Amity University, Noida-201301, India., Upadhyaya K.S ,   Department of Physics, K.N. Govt.P.G. College, Gyanpur Bhadohi (U.P.), India.
Published: February 2021

In the present communication authors are reportinglattice dynamical study of Europiumsulfide (EuS).Which is based on the two phenomenological models, by including the effect of three-body interactions(TBI) in the frame work of rigid ion model(TRIM) & rigid shell model (TRSM) with the satisfactory description of all phonon properties.The model parameters of both have used to the phonon spectra for the allowed 48-nonequivalent wave vectors in the first Brillouin zone.The frequencies along the symmetry directions have plotted against the wavevector to obtain the phonon dispersion curves(PDC)from both the models. With the help of available experimentaldata.We have also reportedthe Specific heat variation& Combined density of states (CDS) for complete description of the frequencies for the Brillouin zone included theoretical Debye temperature and elastic property of (second-third order) of EuS. So by using the present model the complete lattice property of EuS is reported successfully.
OPTIMIZATION OF THE DRINKING WATER TREATMENT PROCESS OF A SUGAR PLANT STATION IN COTE DIVOIRE
Authors:   National Polytechnic Institute Felix Houphouet-Boigny, Polytechnic Doctoral School of Yamoussoukro, Laboratory of Industrial Processes, Synthesis, Environment and New Energies. BP 1083 Yamoussoukro, Cote dIvoire., Lopez Kouame Konan , Emmanuel Assidjo Nogbou ,   Institut National Polytechnique Houphouet-Boigny, Department of Chemical and Agribusiness Engineering, Laboratory of Industrial Processes, Synthesis, Environment and New Energies (LAPISEN), BP 1083 Yamoussoukro, Cote dIvoire., Kone Ariban Andre ,   National Polytechnic Institute Felix Houphouet-Boigny, Higher School of Industry (ESI) of Yamoussoukro.BP 1083.
Published: February 2021

This article presents an optimization of the drinking water treatment process at the SUCRIVOIRE treatment station. The objective is to optimize the coagulation and flocculation process (fundamental process of the treatment of said plant)by determining the optimal dosages of the products injected and then proposes a program for calculating the optimal dose of coagulant in order to automatically determine the optimal dose of the latter according to the raw water quality. This contribution has the advantage of saving the user from any calculations the latter simply enters the characteristics of the raw effluent using the physical interface of the program in order to obtain the optimum corresponding coagulant concentration. For the determination of the optimal coagulant doses, we performed Jar-Test flocculation tests in the laboratory over a period of three months. The results made it possible to set up a polynomial regression model of the optimal dose of alumina sulfate as a function of the raw water parameters. A program for calculating the optimal dose of coagulant was carried out on Visual Basic. The optimal doses of coagulant obtained vary from 25, 35, 40 and 45 mg/l depending on the characteristics of the raw effluent. The model obtained is: . Finally, verification tests were carried out using this model on the process. The results obtained meet the WHO drinkability standards for all parameters for a settling time of two hours.
PRIVATE MADRASAH ALIYAH DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY OF THE SOUTH LAMPUNG REGENCY, INDONESIA
Authors:   Post-graduate Program of Islamic Education Management Study Program, Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia., a Jamhari , Patimah Siti ,   Post-graduate Program of Islamic Education Management Study Program, Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia., Masykur Rubhan ,   Post-graduate Program of Islamic Education Management Study Program, Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia., Fauzan Ahmad ,   Post-graduate Program of Islamic Education Management Study Program, Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia., Setiawan Agus ,   Islamic Institute of Maarif NU Metro Lampung, Indonesia.
Published: February 2021

Educational institutions are required to implement development strategies to build solidarity, militancy, high discipline, loyalty to the organization, and mental strength to face threats and challenges. This study aims to determine and reveal the strategic management of private Madrasah Aliyah at East Lampung Regency. This research is field research using a qualitative approach. The obtained data arethe development strategy of Madrasah Aliyah Maarif Nahdhotul Ulama 02 Sidorejo Sumbersari in creating a safe, comfortable, and disciplined madrasah so that students can achieve their best performance.The madrasah collaborates with the surrounding community.The development strategy prioritizes customer satisfaction in educational services, fosters responsive and anticipatory attitudes towardstudents needs, increases the community and school membersparticipation, creates a safe and orderly school environment, fosters a quality culture in the school environment, fosters high expectations of achievement, fosters a willingness to change, develops good communication, creates compact teamwork, realizes the vision and mission of the school, manages education personnel effectively, and carries out management in a transparent and accountable manner.
USE OF ULTRASOUND PARAMETERS FOR PREDICTION OF DIFFICULT INTUBATION AND ITS RELATION WITH THE CORMACK AND LEHANE GRADE OF LARYNGOSCOPY
Authors:   Senior Resident, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Medical College Churu., Dhaka Satyapal , Meena Sunita ,   Associate Professor, Department of Anaesthesia, SMS Medical College Jaipur., Bansal Gopal ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Anaesthesia, SMS Medical College Jaipur., Dan Charan Bheru ,   Resident, Department of Radiodiagnosis, SMS Medical College Jaipur., Bagarhatta Meenu ,   Senior Professor Department of Radiodiagnosis, SMS Medical College Jaipur., Mangal Vandana ,   Senior Professor, Department of Anaesthesia, SMS Medical College Jaipur.
Published: February 2021

Background and AIMS: Airway ultrasound is novel,safe and noninvasive modality that help in predicting difficult airway.This study aimed todetermine the usefulness of airway ultrasound in order to predict difficult intubation. Method:- This was a hospital based prospective observational study on 100 patients aged 18-60 years of either sex undergoing elective surgery under general anaesthesia with endotracheal intubation.Preoperatively physical airway evaluation was performed byusing six parameters including Modified Mallampati class(MMC), thyromental distance(TMD), sternomental distance(SMD) , inter-incisor (IID)distance , hyomental distance(HMD)and neck circumference(NC). In preoperatively, Airway Ultrasoundwas performed andnoted the ratio of the depth of the preÃ¢Â€Â‘epiglottic space (PES) to the distance from the epiglottis to the midÃ¢Â€Â‘point of the distance between the vocal cords (EÃ¢Â€Â‘VC). CL grade was also noted during laryngoscopy. Compared ultrasound parameters with CormackÃ¢Â€Â“Lehane grade. Specificity,Sensitivity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV) and accuracywere calculated.Airway ultrasound measurements were compared with physical parametersin predicting Cormack Ã¢Â€Â“Lehane grade. Results: The incidence of difficult intubation was 7%. Sensitivity of PES/E-VC ratio was higher than NC, TMD, HMD, IID and SMD but less than Mallampati class. Specificity, PPV was lower than physical parameters.NPV was comparable. Conclusion: Percutaneous airway ultrasound is useful and promising technique for predicting Cormack and Lehane grading but a combination of all these is definitely helpful for better prediction.
TUBAL HYDATIDIFORM MOLE: A CASE REPORT
Authors:   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Mouhamed Mahmoud B. , Abdelkader N. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Mohamed Lemine M. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Saoud N. Mamouni K. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Errarhay S. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Bouchikhi C. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc., Banani A. ,   Service De Gynecologie Obstetrique I CHU HassanII, Fes. Maroc.
Published: February 2021

Gestational trophoblastic disease (MTG) groups together conditions that are very variable from a clinical, biological and metastatic potential point of view.We report a case of ruptured molar pregnancy, diagnosed by a picture of hemorrhagic shock, and confirmed by histological examination of the surgical specimen. Monitoring was by assaying plasma BhCG levels.
STUDENTS AWARENESS AND PERFORMANCE INPHILIPPINE FOLK DANCES
Authors:   Faculty, Laguna State Polytechnic University., S. Javina , MAED Freddie
Published: February 2021

This research aimed to determine the students level of awareness and performance in folk dance that served as basis of developing program for promotion of folk dancing skills in Bitin National High School for the school year 2017 to 2018.The descriptive research was used in the study using the Grade 9 students of Bitin National High School as the respondents. A self-made questionnaire and rubrics for dance performance were used to describe the level of awareness and dance performance skills of the respondents. Mean and standard deviation and Pearson r correlation using an alpha level of .05 were used as the statistical tools.The study revealed the following findings. Majority were 15 years old (90), followed by 14 years old (65), 16 years old (53), 17 years old (23) and the least 18 years old (10) with total number of 241.The over-all mean of 3.30 shows that the students are Moderately Interested about Philippine folk dances. For the Level of awareness of the students to folk dance related variables. In terms of the following variables: objectives, has an over-all mean (OM) of 3.30, strategies (OM=3.71), skills in folk dancing (OM=3.77), availability of dance materials (OM=2.88), and training (OM=3.12) were all interpreted as Moderately Aware. While exposure to Philippine folk dances (OM=3.43) shows that the students are somewhat awareto Philippine folk dances. Only the competence of the dance instructor was rated highly aware.With regard to the performance of the Grade 9 students in folk dancing fundamental skills, for the three categories given: poise and grace, timing and rhythm, interpretation of literature, most of the respondents were rated as Moderately Aware.The Correlation of folk-dance awareness variables as to poise and grace shows No Significant Correlation to folk dancing fundamental skills. The second category for folk dancing fundamental skills, timing and rhythm shows Negligible Correlation to folk dance awareness variables. The third category which is the interpretation of literature also shows Negligible Correlation to folk dance awareness related variables.
PARK-PEOPLE CONFLICT IN BANGLADESH: A CASE STUDY FROM CHUNATI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY AND DUDHPUKURIA-DHOPACHORI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Authors:   Research Officer, Bangladesh Forest Research Institute, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change., Roy Jime , Raihan Sarker A.H.M. ,   Associate Professor, Institute of Forestry and Environmental Sciences, University of Chittagong.
Published: February 2021

Conflict between people and wildlife is a foremost issue for conservation which is hard to solve when the wants of people collide in a straight line with the needs of endangered species like wild elephant. This study was carried out in the adjoining villages of two protected areas (PAs) of Chittagong region namely Dudupukuria-Dhopachori Wildlife Sanctuary (DDWS) and Chunati Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) to identify the attitude of the villagers to the PAs by measuring different received benefits and faced problems from those reserves, the interaction between human and wild elephants and the opinions of the villagers to the effectiveness of community based wildlife management. The data were collected through a quantitative household survey which includes a series of close ended, fixed response and simple questions. Crop depredation was identified as a major problem to the villagers and they received small amount of benefits for the conservation program through protected area which create negative attitude among them to the PAs. Though most of the people were willing to participate in community based conservation program, they didnot think that such kind of approach is effective to protect biodiversity in the PAs. The present study makes the recommendation to build positive attitude to the PAs, to minimize the conflict, helps in future planning programs and further research of this field.
NONMETALLIC INCLUSIONS IN AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL AISI 303 MICROALLOYED WITH ZIRCONIUM AND TELLURIUM
Authors:   Institute Kemal Kapetanovic, University of Zenica., Dervis Mujagic Sc. , Aida Imamovic Sc. ,   Faculty of Metallurgy and Technology, University of Zenica., Mustafa Hadzalic Sc. ,   Institute Kemal Kapetanovic, University of Zenica.
Published: February 2021

The control of formation of nonmetallic inclusion and the characterization present the basis of improvement of steel product properties and lead to sustainable development in design of new steel grades. In order to produce steels with better machinability, such as AISI 303 grades, a modification of inclusions with carefully designed chemical composition is presented. Sulphur by creating sulphide inclusions reduces friction and cutting resistance, and increases the brittleness of the chip.Considering its harmful effect in steel, as well as the fact that non-metallic inclusions have been insufficiently tested for this type of high-alloyed steel, the aim of this research is to determine effects of microalloying on the possibility of modification of non-metallic inclusions. Modification with zirconium favorably affects the ductile properties of steel, and a step forward in this study is a modification of inclusions with tellurium.It is of particular importance to determine the behavior of non-metallic inclusions in the process of production of the structural part and in subsequent exploitation. Therefore, plastic processing of austenitic stainless steel was also carried out, forging and rolling with two different level of processing.
Water footprint assessment of viscose staple fiber garments
Authors: Qian Weiran , Zhu Juxiang , Chen Fangli , Ji Xiang , Wang Xiaopeng , Wang Laili
Published: February 2021

The viscose fiber industry forms a large part of the textile industry and is a typical water consumption and wastewater discharge industry. As a tool to quantify environmental impacts in terms of water resources, the water footprint assessment (WFA) is a control method for the textile and apparel industry to measure water consumption and wastewater discharge. In this study, the water footprints of viscose staple fiber blouses and blended men's suits were comprehensively evaluated based on the ISO 14046 standard and the life cycle assessment (LCA) polygon method. The WFA results from our study indicate that the production stage of viscose staple fiber garments has the most significant water resource environmental load. Specifically, the water footprint related to the production of viscose staple fiber for three types of clothing accounted for more than 50% of the total water footprint, with men's 100% viscose staple fiber suits having the largest impact on water resources and the environment. Furthermore, our results indicate that the water alkaline footprint is primarily influenced by the viscose staple fiber production as well as the dyeing and finishing processes. NaOH and Na2CO3 are the main pollutants that caused the water alkaline footprint. In addition, the water ecotoxicity footprint was the major driving factor of water resource environmental load. Zn2+ is the main pollutant that caused the water ecotoxicity footprint.
Dissolved organic matter byproducts from combined low-level alkaline and mechanical treatment of sludge: species, and their bioavailability
Authors: Tian Qing , Jiao Pengbo , Lu Haoliang , Zhu Yanbin , Wolfgang Sand
Published: February 2021

Low-level alkalinity (pH 9–10) coupled with ultrasonic or mechanical cutting with different energy input for obtaining carbon sources were tested for sludge pretreatment process before anaerobic sludge digestion. The differences between the primary sludge (PS) and waste activated sludge (WAS)-derived dissolved organic matter (DOM) species were evaluated for their bioavailability and affinity (in the form of amino acids) to the bio-nutrient removal (BNR) biomass. Soluble microbial by-product-like substances as the predominant DOM components in the raw PS and WAS increased by 23 and 22%, respectively, after low-level alkaline treatment (pH 9–10) and ultrasonication. In addition, the protein components were degraded further as free amino acids (FAAs). The sludge-derived aspartate, glutamate, followed by arginine were the most commonly used FAAs by the BNR biomass. The pattern of recovering this special sludge-derived carbon source to enhance P removal and recovery in the BNR process is depicted.
Role of Medicinal Plants against Neurodegenerative Diseases
Authors: Luthra Ritika , Roy Arpita
Published: February 2021

Diseases with a significant loss of neurons, structurally and functionally are termed as
neurodegenerative diseases. Due to the present therapeutic interventions and progressive nature of
diseases, a variety of side effects have risen up, thus leading the patients to go for an alternative
medication. The role of medicinal plants in such cases has been beneficial because of their
exhibition via different cellular and molecular mechanisms. Alleviation in inflammatory
responses, suppression of the functionary aspect of pro-inflammatory cytokines like a tumor,
improvement in antioxidative properties is among few neuroprotective mechanisms of traditional
plants. Variation in transcription and transduction pathways plays a vital role in the preventive
measures of plants in such diseases. Neurodegenerative diseases are generally caused by the
depletion of proteins, oxidative and inflammatory stress, environmental changes and so on, with
aging being the most important cause. Natural compounds can be used in order to treat
neurodegenerative diseases Medicinal plants such as Ginseng, Withania somnifera, Bacopa
monnieri, Ginkgo biloba, etc. are some of the medicinal plants for the prevention of neurological
symptoms. This review deals with the use of different medicinal plants for the prevention of
neurodegenerative diseases.
Gene Therapy of Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I Mice: Repeated Administrations and Safety Assessment of pIDUA/Nanoemulsion Complexes
Authors: Fraga Michelle , Schuh Roselena Silvestri , Poletto Édina , de Carvalho Talita Giacomet , França Raqueli Teresinha , Pinheiro Camila Vieira , Baldo Gilherme , Giugliani Roberto , Teixeira Helder Ferreira , Matte Ursula
Published: February 2021

Background:

Mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) is an inherited disorder caused by
α-L-iduronidase (IDUA) deficiency. The available treatments are not effective in improving all
signs and symptoms of the disease.

Objective:

In the present study, we evaluated the transfection efficiency of repeated intravenous administrations of cationic nanoemulsions associated with the plasmid pIDUA (containing IDUA gene).

Methods:

Cationic nanoemulsions were composed of 1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine (DOPE), 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine-N-(amino[polyethylene glycol]-2000) (DSPE-PEG), 1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-trimethylammonium propane (DOTAP), medium chain triglycerides, glycerol, and water and were prepared by high-pressure homogenization and were repeatedly administered to MPS I mice for IDUA production and gene expression.

Results:

A significant increase in IDUA expression was observed in all organs analyzed, and IDUA
activity tended to increase with repeated administrations when compared to our previous report
when mice received a single administration of the same dose. In addition, GAGs were partially
cleared from organs, as assessed through biochemical and histological analyzes. There was no presence
of inflammatory infiltrate, necrosis, or signs of an increase in apoptosis. Furthermore, immunohistochemistry
for CD68 showed a reduced presence of macrophage cells in treated than in
untreated MPS I mice.

Conclusion:

These set of results suggest that repeated administrations can improve transfection efficiency of cationic complexes without significant increase in toxicity in the MPS I murine model.
Viral Vector Delivery of DREADDs for CNS Therapy
Authors: Pickering Ceri A. , Mazarakis Nicholas D.
Published: February 2021

Designer Receptors Exclusively Activated by Designer Drugs (DREADDs) are genetically
modified G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), that can be activated by a synthetic ligand which is
otherwise inert at endogenous receptors. DREADDs can be expressed in cells in the central nervous
system (CNS) and subsequently offer the opportunity for remote and reversible silencing or activation
of the target cells when the synthetic ligand is systemically administered. In neuroscience, DREADDs
have thus far shown to be useful tools for several areas of research and offer considerable potential for
the development of gene therapy strategies for neurological disorders. However, in order to design a
DREADD-based gene therapy, it is necessary to first evaluate the viral vector delivery methods utilised
in the literature to deliver these chemogenetic tools. This review evaluates each of the prominent
strategies currently utilised for DREADD delivery, discussing their respective advantages and limitations.
We focus on adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based and lentivirus-based systems, and the manipulation
of these through cell-type specific promoters and pseudotyping. Furthermore, we address how
virally mediated DREADD delivery could be improved in order to make it a viable gene therapy strategy
and thus expand its translational potential.
Efficacy and Safety Outcomes of Short Duration Antiplatelet Therapy
with Early Cessation of Aspirin Post Percutaneous Coronary Intervention:
A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: AL-Obaidi Firas R. , Hutchings Hayley A. , Yong Andy S.C. , Alrubaiy Laith , Al-Farhan Hasan , Al-Ali Mohammed H. , Al-Kinani Tahsin , Al-Myahi Mohammed , Al-Kenzawi Hussein , Al-Sudani Nazar
Published: February 2021

Background:

The optimal duration of dual antiplatelet therapy is a matter of ongoing research.
Clinical studies are assessing the optimal duration with the most favourable risk to benefit
ratio. The efficacy of P2Y12 receptor inhibitors comparable to aspirin in preventing recurrent
ischaemic events in patients with coronary artery diseases.

Objectives:

To investigate the outcomes of short-duration dual antiplatelet therapy after PCI with
early discontinuation of aspirin while maintaining patients on P2Y12 inhibitor through systematic
review and meta-analysis of available literature.

Methods:

We systematically searched PubMed, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials
(CENTRAL), and ClinicalTrials.gov. We included randomized controlled studies that measured
clinical outcomes of efficacy (mortality and ischaemic events) and safety (bleeding) of short and
standard-duration dual antiplatelet therapy. The protocol of this study was registered in the international
prospective register of systematic reviews PROSPERO registry (CRD42020171468).

Results:

Four randomized controlled trials were included; GLOBAL LEADERS, SMARTCHOICE,
STOPDAPT-2, and TWILIGHT. The total number of patients was 29,089. The safety
outcomes showed a significant reduction in major bleeding events with short-duration dual antiplatelet
therapy; the risk ratio was 0.61 (95% CI 0.38-0.99; z=2,00, p=0.05). There was no difference
between short and standard-duration dual antiplatelet therapy regarding efficacy outcomes (all-
cause death, major adverse cardiovascular events, myocardial infarction, stroke, and stent thrombosis).

Conclusion:

Short-duration dual antiplatelet therapy followed by P2Y12 inhibitor monotherapy after
PCI is a feasible option and can be adopted, especially in patients with a high risk of bleeding.