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On Modern Problems and Development Prospects of Public Inspections and Public Control Groups in the Russian Federation: Constitutional and Legal Analysis
Authors:   Independent Researcher, Goncharov Vitaly V.
Published: September 2023

The present article is focused on the constitutional and legal analysis of modern problems and prospects for the development of public inspections and public control groups in Russia. The author examines the place and role of the above-mentioned entities in the mechanism for organizing and implementing this institution of civil society. The analysis of the main approaches in the legislation regarding the regulation of the legal status, powers, organization and activities of public inspections and public control groups is carried out. Among the problems of the development of these subjects of public control, the following have been formalized and inves-tigated: the lack of consolidation of this institution of civil society in the Constitution of the Russian Federation; weak unification of regional legislation and municipal regulations governing their organization and activities; their lack of real powers; lack of elaboration in legislation and scientific literature of specific forms and types of public control measures for of them; insufficient funding for their activities; weak use of modern digital technol-ogies, foreign practice, as well as the experience of the functioning of people’s control groups in the USSR; lack of elaboration of a system of measures of responsibility for countering their legitimate activities. The system of measures to resolve these problems and the main directions of development of these subjects of public control are substantiated.
Elections оf Deputies to the Legislative Assembly of the Krasnodar Krai in 2022: Features оf Electoral Behavior
Authors:   Kuban State University, Kostenko Yulia V.
Published: September 2023

The relevance of the topic is that the elections of legislative assemblies of the Russian Federation subjects re-flect the regional peculiarities of the agenda and public opinion, the level of political self-organization and awareness, ideological orientations of the electorate. The elections of 2022 are the first in the Krasnodar Krai held under conditions of a special military operation and, consequently, experienced changes in the agenda and priorities of citizens. Based on the example of Krasnodar Krai, the topic has been insufficiently researched. The article establishes the features of electoral behavior in the elections of deputies to the Legislative Assem-bly of the Krasnodar Krai (September 2022). The work is based on the concept of socio-cultural divisions, dia-chronic comparative analysis, axiological approach, and institutionalism. The author identified the reasons for the increase in voter turnout and changes in the level of support for political parties, territorial differences in support for political parties, the consequences of legislative changes: the introduction of three-day voting and the predominance of deputies elected in single-member districts over those elected on party lists. Territorial differences in support for political parties consist in increased preference for the “United Russia” party in rural areas and small towns, while support for opposition parties is typical for large cities. The materials and conclu-sions of the article are applicable in forecasting the results of the presidential elections of 2024 on the example of the Krasnodar Krai.
PERLUASAN MAKNA KOSAKATA OLAHRAGA DALAM BAHASA JEPANG
Authors: Sugiarto Sigit , Abdul Rozak Muhammad Iqbal
Published: September 2023

Artikel ini berjudul perluasan makan kosakata olahraga dalam Bahasa Jepang dengan mengambil data dari artikel koran bahasa Jepang. Kosakata olah raga banyak mengalami perluasan makna sehingga tidak hanya digunakan hanya dalam lingkup komunikasi bidang olahraga, tetapi juga digunakan dalam lingkup yang lebih luas pada komunikasi sehari-hari dalam berbagai bidang. Sebagai contoh pada olahraga sumou terdapat istilah Yokozuna yang berarti juara utama pada kompetisi pertandingan sumou. Pada ungkapan ‘Depaatokai no yokozuna (yokozuna di dunia department store)’, kata Yokozuna ini juga digunakan pada bidang selain sumou yaitu untuk menunjukan makna nomor satu pada bidang tersebut. Selain pada kosakata olahraga sumou, perluasan makna juga terlihat pada olahraga lainnya yang popular di Jepang seperti bisbol, tinju, sepakboka, atletik, dan sebagainya. Menurut Momiyama (2005), penggunaan istilah kosakata olahraga dalam bidang lain adalah sebagai suatu bentuk stategi dalam berkomunikasi dengan menggunakan bidang olahraga yang lebih banyak dipahami secara umum sehingga maksud yang ingin disampaikan dapat lebih mudah untuk segera dipahami oleh lawan bicara. Pada artikel ini, penulis akan mengangkat dan menganalisis beberapa istilah dari 5 olahraga populer di Jepang yaitu sumou, yakyuu/bisbol, bokusinngu/tinju, sakkaa/sepakbola, dan rikujoukyougi/atletik untuk mencari tahu kosakata apa saja yang mengalami perluasan makna dan bidang apa saja perluasan makna tersebut digunakan dalam masyarakat pengguna bahasa Jepang.
Comportamiento de variedades de lino oleaginoso en el sudeste de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Bodega Jose Luis , Di Battista Emilio , Róvere Nicolás , Pereyra Iraola Miguel Mariano , Darwich Gastón , Nagore María Luján , Gallardo Maricel , Gieco Lucrecia , Martínez Roberto Dionisio
Published: September 2023

El cultivo de lino oleaginoso (Linum usitatissimum L.) se realiza en algunos establecimientos del Sudeste Bonaerense y presenta oportunidades de negocio a pesar de no contar con un importante caudal de información actualizada. En el presente trabajo se llevaron a cabo experimentos en tres campañas para evaluar la fenología, componentes del rendimiento, porcentaje de aceite y producción de materia seca de las cuatro variedades de lino oleaginoso de reciente inscripción en el país. Los experimentos se sembraron el 10 de julio de 2015, el 17 de julio de 2019 y el 18 de agosto de 2020. Se utilizaron los cultivares de lino: Aguará INTA, Caburé INTA, Panambí INTA y Curundú INTA. Los cultivares Aguará INTA y Caburé INTA tendieron a presentar índices de cosecha, rendimientos y porcentajes de aceite que superarían a los materiales más antiguos, sin presentar diferencias en su fenología. Los porcentajes de intercepción de la radiación durante floración se relacionaron con la producción de materia seca y esta con el rendimiento. En condiciones de buenas precipitaciones durante el mes de noviembre en la campaña, Caburé INTA presentó mayores rendimientos, aunque dicho potencial podría no ser estable en condiciones restrictivas. Mientras tanto, Aguará INTA presentó un rendimiento algo menor al promedio pero con menor variabilidad interanual. El aumento en la información recolectada permitirá a futuro seleccionar la variedad más apropiada en cada situación de producción.
Susceptibility Screening of Winterberry Cultivars Against Latent Fruit Rot, and Identification of Metabolites Correlated with Rot-resistant Phenotypes
Authors: Emanuel Isabel B. , Cooperstone Jessica L. , Hand Francesca Peduto
Published: September 2023

Winterberry [Ilex verticillata (L.) A. Gray] is a species of deciduous holly bearing colorful fruit, and is popularly used in landscape design and as specialty woody cuts for fall and winter seasonal decoration. Latent fruit rot of winterberry, caused by the fungus Diaporthe ilicicola, has recently afflicted nurseries in the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. Trials conducted in 2021 and 2022 screened eight commercially available winterberry cultivars for their susceptibility to the disease. Results showed that not all cultivars are equally susceptible, and that ‘Maryland Beauty’ and ‘Winter Red’ consistently had the lowest disease ratings. UHPLC-MS/MS metabolomic analysis was used to determine whether differences in susceptibility are reflected in the fruit metabolome. Principal components analysis of whole metabolome data showed a distinct separation of the less susceptible cultivars from the more susceptible cultivars, and univariate analysis comparing these two groups of cultivars at three phenological timepoints (corresponding with fruit set, fruit color change, and fruit maturation) found 89 features present at a significantly higher relative abundance in the less susceptible cultivars. Some compounds identified in less susceptible cultivars with reported antifungal bioactivity are derivatives of terpenes, cinnamic acids, and stilbenes. These results suggest that differences in susceptibility could be based on the presence of antifungal compounds within winterberry fruit. Future research to further identify unknown features and assess compound bioactivity against winterberry fruit rot pathogens should be done to inform both resistance breeding efforts and chemical or biological control programs.

Species used in this study: Common winterberry [Ilex verticillata (L.) A. Gray]; Diaporthe ilicicola S. Lin, Taylor & Peduto Hand, 2018.
Assessing Ecological Impacts of Cultivated Hybrids of Milkweed (Asclepias)
Authors: Peterman Justin , Fair Conor , Brown Hannah , Braman Kris , van Iersel Marc W.
Published: September 2023

Increased efforts to use native plants to provide ecosystem services in urban landscapes have led to breeding efforts to increase access to native plants in horticulture markets. Inadvertent ecological impacts however should be assessed prior to market release. Here we trial new interspecific hybrids of milkweed to assess outcrossing into natural populations and support for pollinating species. Interspecific hybrids of Asclepias were unable to successfully fertilize A. tuberosa, indicating minimal likelihood of outcrossing into natural populations. Hybrids lacked self-fertilization and the ability to cross with full-siblings, indicating low levels of establishment of the interspecific hybrids into natural environments. Nectar composition and nectar concentration were similar among hybrids and A. tuberosa, revealing there was not a loss in floral rewards, despite trait selection for horticulturally preferable traits. Pollinator abundance was higher on hybrids than on A. tuberosa, and richness and diversity of pollinator species were similar among hybrids and A. tuberosa, indicating that the hybrids can offer similar or more ecosystem services as A. tuberosa. New interspecific hybrids of Asclepias selected for horticulturally preferable traits have shown ecological value similar to A. tuberosa with respect to supporting pollinating species and minimal ecosystem impact for natural populations of A. tuberosa.

Species used in this study: butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa L.); tall green milkweed [Asclepias hirtella (Pennell) Woodson]; common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca L.); showy milkweed (Asclepias speciosa Torr.); purple milkweed (Asclepias purpurascens L.); Asclepias tuberosa × hirtella; Asclepias tuberosa × syriaca; Asclepias tuberosa × speciosa; Asclepias tuberosa × purpurascens.
Serum calcium concentrations are inversely correlated with pancreatic lipase concentrations in dogs
Authors: Cridge Harry , Wang Sichao , Steiner Joerg M.
Published: September 2023

OBJECTIVE

(1) Determine if a relationship exists between ionized calcium (iCa) and pancreatic lipase (cPLI) concentration in dogs, and (2) assess for correlation between resolving hypercalcemia and cPLI concentrations in dogs after treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT).

SAMPLES

Phase I, 44 residual serum samples (collected April 2023) from client-owned dogs with a clinical indication for cPLI quantification. Phase II, 24 residual serum samples (collected August 2022 through February 2023) from client-owned dogs with PHPT pre- and postcorrection of hypercalcemia.

METHODS

Serum cPLI and iCa concentrations were measured via the Spec cPL assay and a spectrophotometric method respectively. Spearman’s rank correlation coefficients were used to investigate if there was a correlation between serum calcium and cPLI concentrations. A paired t-test was used to investigate the effect of the resolution of hypercalcemia on serum cPLI concentrations.

RESULTS

Phase I, serum cPLI concentrations were negatively correlated with serum iCa concentrations (r = −.429, 95% CI [−.64, −.14], P = .005) in dogs with a clinical indication for cPLI quantification. Phase II, median serum cPLI concentrations were higher before (median: 228.5 μg/L, IQR: 351.3 μg/L) than after (median: 141.0 μg/L, interquartile ranges (IQR): 279.5 μg/L) management of hypercalcemia (PHPT model). However, the decrease in cPLI concentration was not statistically significant (P = .70).

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

Calcium depletion may result in an inverse relationship between serum cPLI and iCa concentrations in dogs with a clinical indication for cPLI quantification. Hypercalcemia may be associated with an above reference interval cPLI concentration in some dogs.
A Multiple Unit Abuse-deterrent Dosage Form Based on Sodium Alginate
Authors: Papadakos M. , Špaglová M. , Čuchorová M. , Hanko M.
Published: September 2023

There are several approaches for the formulation of abuse-deterrent, tamper-resistant, or alcohol-resistant dosage forms. This work is specifically focused on the formulation of microforms and multiple unit dosage forms with the mentioned resistant features. We prepared microcapsules based on sodium alginate by Ca2+-induced gelation, containing caffeine as a model drug. The prepared microcapsules were dried either by hot air or freeze-dried and the resistance in an alcoholic environment and the resistance against mechanical stress were observed. Subsequently, swelling studies were conducted to predict the behavior of prepared microcapsules during dissolution testing. Differences in the behavior of microcapsules during dissolution testing were strongly related to the different abilities of Ca2+-alginate microcapsules to swell in an acidic and alkaline environment. Alginate microcapsules exhibited gastro-resistant properties due to excellent swelling in an alkaline environment and poor swelling in a gastric environment. The addition of ethanol did not influence the swelling behavior of alginate microcapsules in the gastric fluid; rather, it showed the opposite effect, where swelling was slightly suppressed. Therefore, we conclude that alginate microcapsules are alcohol resistant. Also, they showed high mechanical strength, and therefore, grinding the microcapsules into a powder was impossible.
Lean Manufacturing and Operational Performance: An Empirical Study on an Apparel Manufacturing Company
Authors: De Silva Pubudika Isurini , Seneviratne S M Chaturika
Published: September 2023

Purpose – The present study aims to explore how a firm implements lean management practices by utilizing firm specific resources and their influence on the operational performance of an apparel manufacturing company. Design/Methodology/approach – The paper uses a single case, in depth  study approach based on a Sri Lankan apparel manufacturing company. Data are collected using interviews, observations and documentary evidence. Findings – The research study found that lean manufacturing considerably impacts to enhance the firm’s operational performance through improved quality, reduced cost, improved safety, increased speed, and improved moral. The case data suggested around twenty-five lean practices suitable to be implemented by a selected apparel manufacturing company and gain a competitive advantage in the contemporary market. Through the analysis, it was found that contribution of organizational resources and technology resources of a firm are essential to sustain the gained competitive advantage through lean manufacturing, confirmed by the assessment of the criteria of value, rare, inimitability and non-substitutability. Research Limitations/Implications – As the research is directed towards the apparel manufacturing industry in Sri Lanka, the applicability of the findings may cause adversity for other manufacturing industries, broadening the scope of future research. Practical Implications – As an extension to the lean manufacturing compositions, the findings of the study will have pragmatic implications to operational managers and executives involved in developing and implementing lean strategies, particularly in terms of applicable lean practices and key strategic resources to sustain the competitive edge through lean implementation. Originality/Value – This study contributes to the literature on strategic management by documenting the impact of lean manufacturing on operational performance in the Sri Lankan context through Resource-Based View approach, such interrelated theoretical insights are vital to gain a sustained competitive advantage.
The Implementation of Government Fixed Assets Administration: A Case Study on the Government of Aceh Singkil Regency
Authors: Hizriati Hilfa , Arfan Muhammad
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the implementation of fixed asset administration in Aceh Singkil Government. A qualitative approach was used in this study and the sample was determined by using purposive sampling. Data source of this study is primary data. Triangulation technique was used to collect data using observation of asset administration documents, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews. The data were analyzed using qualitative analysis techniques of triangulation. In general, the results showed that the implementation of fixed asset administration in Aceh Singkil Government was still in poor criteria. This is supported by BPK's findings on the annual audit of the Aceh Singkil LKPD. Although Aceh Singkil Governmenthave obtained the WTP opinion, there are some notes on fixed assets administration that must be addressed by the Government of Aceh Singkil. Another finding is the lack of a good internal control system of fixed assets administration in the Government of Aceh Singkil. Furthermore, several factors that support and prevent the administration of fixed assets in Aceh Singkil Regency Government were found. The factors that support fixed assets administration include; an adequate understanding of the apparatus, a good ability of BMD management apparatus to operate computers, a good incentive system for BMD management apparatus, and enactment of regional regulations/qanun as the basic law to implement the government commitments of Aceh Singkil in fixing the administration of fixed assets, BPK’s routine audits, and developments in communication technology. On the other hand, factors that hinder fixed assets administration include; incomplete fixed asset data, insufficient BMD management officers in OPDs who have many fixed assets and wide distributions, human resource development opportunities for BMD management officers are still very low, and a poor internal control system. The results of this study are expected to be useful for Aceh Singkil Regency Government to improve fixed assets administration.
The Effect of Village Officers’ Role, Village Officers’ Performance, and Monitoring System on the Accountability of Village Fund Management
Authors: Humaira Hisanah , Jalaluddin Jalaluddin , Batara Gamal
Published: September 2023

This study aims (1) to examine the effect of village officers’ role on the accountability of village fund management, (2) to examine the effect of village officers’ performance on the accountability of village fund management, (3) to examine the effect of monitoring system on the accountability of village fund management, and (4) to examine the influence of village officers’ role, village officers’ performance, and monitoring system on the accountability of village fund management simultaneously. The population in this study consist of villages in Banda Aceh City, with total of 47 villages. The respondents are the village head, village secretary, and village finance officer who take parts in managing village funds, thus the total respondents are 141 respondents. Data are collected using questionnaires that was distributed directly to respondents from March to June 2021. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression with the SPSS v.25. The results show that the village officers’ rp;e, vilalge officers’ performance, and the monitoring system have a significant effect on the accountability of village fund management.
The Role of Member Participation and Governance on Sustainability: Evidence from Cooperatives in South Aceh
Authors: Putri Cut Eka Rosnika , Indriani Mirna , Indayani Indayani
Published: September 2023

Objective – The purpose of this study is to find out the determinants of cooperative sustainability in the cooperatives of South Aceh District, Aceh, Indonesia. The dependent variable in this study is cooperative sustainability, while the independent variables include participation of cooperative members and cooperative governance.Design/methodology – The population in this study were all cooperative employees in South Aceh Regency. Purposive sampling was used to draw the samples in this study which consist of all registered cooperatives in South Aceh with the criteria of active cooperatives as many as 157 cooperatives. Respondents in this study were chairman and treasurer totaling 314 respondents. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to test the hypotheses.Results – The results of this study indicate that the participation of members and the government simultaneously affect the sustainability of cooperatives in South Aceh. Furthermore, partially the participation variables of cooperative members and governance variables affect the sustainability of cooperatives in South Aceh.
Corporate Governance and Audit Report Lag in Non-Financial Companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Sudradjat Sudradjat , Mai Muhamad Umar
Published: September 2023

Purpose– This study aims to examine the effect of corporate governance on audit report lag. Corporate governance is proxied by the variable board of directors size, independent board of commissioners, female board of directors, external auditor reputation (Big 4), and audit committee size. The sample of this research is manufacturing companies that are listed consecutively on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the period 2014 to 2020. Design/Methodology– The results of data collection indicate that the sample that meets the criteria is 86 firm-years, or 602 observations. The data analysis method used panel data regression. Results– The results showed that the board of directors size, Big 4, and audit committee size had a negative effect on the Audit Report Lag (ARL). Furthermore, the independent board of commissioners has a positive effect on ARL, while the female board of directors has no effect on the Audit Report Lag (ARL). Contribution– This research contributes to the development of corporate governance theory in relation to audit report lag. The results of this study can add insight and direction to reduce audit report lag for regulators, management, and investors on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, especially for manufacturing companies.
A Framework for Climate Change Risk Management Practice and Performance of Financial Institutions in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Sarabdeen Masahina
Published: September 2023

Objective – Increasing intensity and severity of extreme weather events are threatening economic resilience and longer-term prosperity. Therefore, a framework for effective climate change risk management is required to manage the climatic challenges and preserve the long-term presence of financial institutions. The purpose of this paper is to design a conceptual framework for determining the level of climate change risk management (CCRM) practice, and understanding of CCRM. It also aims to identify CCRM valuation and analysis, and CCRM monitoring and regulating in financial institutions, particularly in Saudi Arabia’s finance organizations. It further aims to investigate the relationship between CCRM practice and financial performance.Design/methodology – The paper reviews and synthesises the relevant literature on climate change risks and management, and financial institutions. A conceptual framework for managing climate change risks is then developed and proposed in the paper.Results – Using this conceptual paper as a starting point for empirical research, we will examine CCRM practices among financial institutions. It is hoped to fill a knowledge and method gap.Research limitations/implications – The knowledge obtained from this study hopes to support the supervision of CCRM among the financial institutions and internal control system to meet the requirements of The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change to manage climate change risk in Saudi Arabia.Novelty/originality – In this study, the originality lies in the fact that previous studies have only examined financial practices among financial institutions. Studies on climate change risk management practice have not yet been carried out.
Effect of the Interaction between Audit Firm Size and Audit Quality on the Financial Performance of Listed Consumer Goods Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Bakare Taophic Olarewaju
Published: September 2023

Objective – The main objective of this study is to examine the effect of the interaction between audit firm size and audit quality on the financial performance of listed consumer goods companies in Nigeria.Design/methodology – The sample used in this study are seventeen (17) listed consumer goods companies that merit the sampling techniques of the study for the period 2010-2020. The study used the GMM estimator techniques of data analysis.Results – The results revealed that interaction of audit firm size and ACFE, and board size have positive and significant effect on the net profit margin as proxy for financial performance of listed consumer goods companies.Research Limitations/Implications – The study is limited to consumer goods industries on Nigerian exchange group. Implication of this study is that it will improve the understanding of audit firm size and audit quality concept in practice at all levels of organization especially in the consumer goods companies’ environment where auditors and regulators when assessing the appropriateness of accounting policy choices, interest of stakeholders is highly consider. And thereby recommends that ethical standard should be encouraged by the regulatory agencies if not mandated as this will lead to improvement of audit quality.Novelty/Originality – The originality of this research lies in the methodology of the study where previous studies only analyzed the data through standard econometric techniques such as OLS which do not provide unbiased estimates, due to the presence of the lagged dependent variable among the explanatory variables in which Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) used by this study addressed those issues. That makes this study a unique one and contribution to the body of knowledge
What Determines Budget Absorption in Local Government? Evidence from Aceh Province, Indonesia
Authors: Amellya Shebrina , Jalaluddin Jalaluddin , Batara Gamal
Published: September 2023

Objective –This research aims to examine the factors affecting budget absorption in a local government taking the context of Aceh Province, Indonesia, which consistently falls below 100 percent from 2018 to 2020. This indicates that the level of budget absorption has not yet reached the targeted achievement, highlighting the need to investigate factors affecting effective utilization of allocated funds within Aceh province.Design/Methodology –We use a group analysis unit consisted of 23 districts/cities in Aceh Province and collect data from 2018 to 2020. This research uses a time horizon, in panel data form, which is a combination of time series and cross section data. We use census method where the entire study population is observed. We collect data from secondary data sources; Indonesia Central Agency on Statistics (BPS), local government financial reports (LKPD), and local government budget (APBD).Results –The result shows that the remaining budget for of previous year, the size of the local government, and the timing of budgeting had an effect on budget absorption in district/city governments in Aceh Province. Thus, it is very important for local government to control these variables in order to increase the absorption level of the budget.Research limitations/implications –The findings of this study have important implications for government, as they suggest that government should control the influencing variables, especially the remaining budget of the previous year and the budgeting timing, in order to increase the absorption level of the budget.Novelty/Originality –This study uses census method where the entire study population is observed. Previous studies used samples to represent study population.
The prevalence of low back pain and associated occupational risk factors among people in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Bassi Mahdi , Güneş Lina , Alhamal Hussain , Albaz Amro , Almutairi Ghalia , Alibrahim Ahmad
Published: September 2023

Background: Low back pain is a prevalent health concern linked to various occupations. Office-based jobs often involve prolonged incorrect sitting, while field-based roles can stress the lower back. This study aimed to assess low back pain prevalence and associated occupational risks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Methods: A cross-sectional study surveyed working individuals in Saudi Arabia using an Arabic online questionnaire from October 25 to November 10, 2022. Participants were exclusively from Saudi Arabia and answered questions on socio-demographics, daily physical activity, and low back pain disability.
Results: The study involved 398 participants, with 52.8% being female. Low back pain prevalence varied: mild pain (22.3%), severe pain (10.6%), and moderate pain (26.4%). Females had a higher percentage of low back pain (54.5%) compared to males (45.5%).
Conclusion: The study revealed varying degrees of low back pain prevalence among participants. Multiple factors, including personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, sexual life, social activities, tourism, and transportation, were associated with lower back pain.
Entrevista a Elizabeth Andrade Coral
Authors: Pachón-Suárez Diego Alonso
Published: September 2023

Esta entrevista permite comprender la evolución de la Memoria Histórica en Colombia.
Fragile X syndrome in children
Authors: Acero-Garcés David O. , Saldarriaga Wilmar , Cabal-Herrera Ana M. , Rojas Christian A. , Hagerman Randi J.
Published: September 2023

Fragile X syndrome is caused by the expansion of CGG triplets in the FMR1 gene, which generates epigenetic changes that silence its expression. The absence of the protein coded by this gene, FMRP, causes cellular dysfunction, leading to impaired brain development and functional abnormalities. The physical and neurologic manifestations of the disease appear early in life and may suggest the diagnosis. However, it must be confirmed by molecular tests. It affects multiple areas of daily living and greatly burdens the affected individuals and their families. Fragile X syndrome is the most common monogenic cause of intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder; the diagnosis should be suspected in every patient with neurodevelopmental delay. Early interventions could improve the functional prognosis of patients with Fragile X syndrome, significantly impacting their quality of life and daily functioning. Therefore, healthcare for children with Fragile X syndrome should include a multidisciplinary approach.
A NECROPOLÍTICA DAS ESCOLAS CÍVICO-MILITARES DO PARANÁ
Authors: Camilo Merielle , Neves Marcos Cesar Danhoni , Beloni Belmiro Marcos , Dutra Alessandra
Published: September 2023

Este trabalho objetiva apresentar de forma crítica a implantação do modelo de escolas "cívico-militares”, aqui tratadas como “necromilitares”, devido à necropolítica adotada pelo governo emerso da eleição de 2018, imposto pelo Governo Federal e implantado com entusiasmo no Paraná. Utilizaram-se documentos oficiais produzidos pelos governos estadual e federal, que mistificam avanço tecnológico e curricular com discurso acrítico e pseudomoral, realizada juntamente à utilização do ensino remoto, com a pretensa aplicação das tecnologias educacionais enquanto avanço “inquestionável” das condições de aprendizagem, em ambiente de total desarticulação das condições de discussão coletiva, em face da pandemia de COVID-19, permeada pelo afunilamento da precarização do currículo, sob a égide da nova BNCC. Este ato de força tem uma face preocupantemente fascista e rememora as práticas educacionais do período da ditadura militar brasileira (1964-1985), com características de controle do corpo e comportamento dos estudantes, além de condicionamentos que remetem ao behaviorismo radical de Skinner. Nesse cenário, essas escolas exercem uma função necrotizante da educação, convertendo as possibilidades de educação libertadora e emancipatória em educação essencialmente necromilitar que advoga à submissão absoluta a valores contrários a liberdade, a criatividade e o livre arbítrio de alunos e professores.
Identifying Key Service and Quality Dimensions as Public Relations Strategy in RSUP Persahabatan
Authors: Soleha Soleha , Utomo Anggayuh Gesang , Herari Noprita
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the Application of the SERVQUAL Model to the PENCILS Public Relations Strategy at KS Hukormas (Organizational Legal Substance and Public Relations Substance Group) Persahabatan Hospital. The importance of the existence of public relations in health institutions, not only as forming a positive image of the hospital in synergy with internal and external customers, but also playing an active role in managing various health issues through community-focused activities. The dimensions of service quality (SERVQUAL) consisting of Tangible, Assurance, Reliability, Responsiveness and Empathy (TARRE), are parameters in the KS Hukormas RSUP Persahabatan in carrying out PR activities through the PENCILS strategy (Publications, Events, News, Community Involvement, Lobbying and Negotiation and social responsibility). This descriptive qualitative research uses multiple methods in data collection: observation, interviews and literature study. The results of the study show that although all aspects of TARRE have been fulfilled in PENCILS activities, the internal opinion of the RSUP Persahabatan considers that several aspects still need to be optimized and varied so that they are more interesting and not monotonous.

Keywords: SERVQUAL Model, PENCILS PR Strategy, Hospital Public Relations, Health Communication
Family Communication Between Single Father And Daughter In Affection Exchange
Authors: Deivita Monica Tyas Cahya
Published: September 2023

The phenomenon of single fathers experiencing divorce and death has its own challenges in carrying out duties and responsibilities as parents, especially in taking care of adolescent girls, in which case adolescence is a transitional period towards adulthood so communication of affection is needed within the family. Researchers focused on families of single fathers and adolescent girls in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. This study uses a naturalistic paradigm. The data obtained in this study were obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation from the six key informants, namely single fathers and adolescent daughters, two supporting informants, and one expert informant. In this study, researchers found that family communication affects the form of messages that are produced in a form of exchange of affection, which can be in the form of verbal communication and nonverbal communication in relation to the exchange of affection and parenting patterns of single fathers. In addition, single fathers who communicate affection with their children have lower levels of stress and conflict avoidance than single fathers who do not communicate affection with their children. Therefore, affectionate communication contributes to the family because it can minimize conflicts that may occur between single fathers and adolescent girls.

Keywords: Affection Exchange, Family Communication, Single Father, Adolescent Girls
Results of corneal collagen cross-linking with riboflavin and ultraviolet-A light for patients with keratoconus in Ramadi City
Authors: محمد حسن زينة , محمد محسن ذاكر
Published: September 2023

To study the effectiveness of corneal collagen cross linking with riboflavin and ultraviolet-A light for keratoconus in Iraqi patients. Fifty four eyes of 27 patients with progressive keratoconus were studied in this prospective study. All eyes included in this study completed a follow up period of 6 months. Preoperative assessment of uncorrected visual acuity, best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), corneal topography using the pentacam, and Pachymetry were done and these tests were repeated at each postoperative visit. 9 male and 18 female patients were studied. The mean age was 24.9 ±5.35 (range 9-37 years) and the mean follow-up was 7.3 months. The preoperative values were compared with postoperative values. The BCVA improved at least one line in 55.5% (30 eyes) of eyes. 44.5% (24 eyes) showed stable BCVA (P< 0.001). The steepest corneal curvature was decreased by a mean of 1.74 Diopters ± 1.18 (D) in the total population studied. It was decreased by a mean of 2.04 Diopters ± 0.76 in 79.6% (43 eyes) (P<0.003) and remained stable (within ± 0.50 D) in 20.4% (11 eyes) of eyes. Corneal collagen cross linking with riboflavin and UVA light is effective treatment for progressive keratoconus in Iraqi patients
Pediatric eye diseases among children attending outpatient eye department of Tikrit Teaching Hospital
Authors: صلاح سلمان مروان
Published: September 2023

Pediatric ophthalmic disorders are important because of their impact on child’s development, education, future work, opportunities and quality of life, they may be due to causes that operate in prenatal period , neonatal period and childhood. This study aimed to determine the pattern of childhood eye diseases across age group among children attending out Patient eye department of Tikrit Teaching Hospital. It is a descriptive cross sectional study carried out in out Patient eye department of Tikrit Teaching Hospital .From 1st January 2010 to the end of December 2010.In this study 846 children at the ages up to 15 years were examined. A questionnaire was designed for recording personal history and detailed ocular clinical examination was done. A total of 846 children had attended the eye out patient during 2010.469(55.4%) were male and 377(44.5%) were female. Allergic conjunctivitis 229(27%),refractive error 124(14.6%), Ocular trauma 117(13.8%),infection108(12.7%),squint103(12.1%) and NLD obstruction 44(5.2%) were the most common conditions. Ocular injury was more common in males 67% and children aged 6-10 years 40%, the majority 65% being closed globe injury. Infections were seen more commonly among males 61% and children aged less than 5 years, with keratitis representing 33% of these cases. Conjunctivitis was the most common disorder followed by refractive error. Male were more commonly affected than female. Children aged 11-15 years made up largest group that affected. The prevalent childhood eye diseases can lead to absenteeism from school and are potentially blinding. Health education is important for parents to prevention of childhood eye injuries and early treatment of eye disorders.
Comparison Between Cimetidine and Zinc Sulphate in The Treatment of Nongenital Warts
Authors: جمال جميل عصمت , خليل فرحان رفل , شحاذة نايف محمد
Published: September 2023

Warts are epithelial proliferations on the skin and mucous membrane caused by various types of HPV. They can decrease spontaneously or increase in number and size according to patient's immune status. Cimetidine and zinc sulphate have important effects on the immune system and are used as immunomodulators in the treatment of various diseases. To compare the efficacy of cimetidine and zinc sulphate in the treatment of multiple and recalcitrant warts. The study was conducted in Tikrit Teaching Hospital, during the period from September 2010 to the end of May 2011. Forty patients with multiple warts were divided into two groups: one took 40 mg/Kg/day of cimetidine, and the other 10 mg/Kg/day of zinc sulphate for two months. All patients were examined clinically, then interviewed and detailed questionnaires were completed for each of them. Review was performed monthly, observing number of the warts and side effects of the medication. After one month of treatment cure rates obtained were 60% in zinc sulphate-treated group, and 15% in cimetidine-treated group. After two months of treatment cure rates obtained were 80% in zinc sulphate-treated group, and 25% in cimetidine-treated group. Adverse effects reported by the patients treated with cimetidine included nausea, epigastralgia and pruritus. Adverse effects reported by the patients treated with zinc sulphate included nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Nutritional status of children infected with Giardia lamblia and Entamoeba histolytica infections in Kalar town, Iraq
Authors: محمد امين محمد علي سيروان , عبد العزيز قادر محمد
Published: September 2023

Giardia lamblia is a flagellate protozoon which causes giardiasis. The infection is limited to the small intestine and/ or the biliary tract. It may produce a wide range of gastrointestinal symptoms especially in children; which include vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea and malabsorption syndrome. Entamoeba histolytica causes amoebiasis in human beings which is an infection of the large intestine; it may invade the host tissues. It may produce acute amoebic dysentery which is accompanied with blood, mucus and tenesmus; chronic and asymptomatic amoebiasis or extra-intestinal amoebiasis. This study was carried out from second of May to thirties of November 2008 to show the relationship between Giardia lamblia and Entamoeba histolytica infections with some biochemical parameters and anthropometric measurements among 348 children aged 2-13 years old in Kalar General Hospital. Stool examination was done by direct method using normal saline and lugols iodine solution. Biochemical parameters (total protein, albumin, globulin, zinc, copper, and iron were estimated by spectrometry. The nutritional status were determined by measuring weight for age (WFA), weight for height (WFH) and height for age (HFA) according to National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). The overall prevalence of infections was 48%. The infection rate of E. histolytica 31.6% was higher than G. lamblia 16.37%. Total serum protein and albumin concentrations were decreased significanly in G. lamblia (7.15 mg/dl, 4.91 mg/dl) and E. histolytica (6.48mg/dl, 4.76 mg/dl) infected children compared to non-infected (7.49 mg/dl, 5.02mg/dl), while total globulin concentration increased significantly in G. lamblia (3.41 mg/dl) and decreased slightly in E. histolytica (2.22mg/dl) infected children compared to non-infected (2.56 gm/dl) ones. Serum zinc and iron element concentrations decreased significantly in G. lamblia (79µg/dl, 54µg/dl) and E. histolyrtica (78 µg/dl, 68 µg/dl) infections compared to non-infected (96µg/dl, 87µg/dl) respectively, while copper level decreased slightly in G. lamblia (110µg/dl) and significantly in E. histolytica (65 µg/dl) infections in comparison to non-infected group (125µg/dl). G. lamblia and E. histolytica infections were more prevalent in underweight children (low WFA), and stunted children (low HFA), whereas in wasted children (WFH) had no relation with both infections.
Synthesis and study the biological activity of some six, five and fused ring heteroatome systems derived from 2-mercapto benzothiazole
Authors: K. Jassim Ibtisam , S. Harth Sawsan , M. Dhedan Rua , Obais Abd Ali
Published: September 2023

In this paper ,new series of 2-hydrazino benzothiazole [1], 2-N-benzothiazole-N`-phenyl hydrazine carboxamide [2], 2-N-[(3)-N`-phenyl-5-(p-bromophenyl)-2`-hydroxy-1,3-oxazolin-2`-yl] benzothiazol hydrazine [3] , 2-N-benzothiazole-N`-1-naphthyl hydrazine carboxamide [4], 2-N-[(3`)-N`-(1-naphthyl)-5`-(p-bromo phenyl)-2`-hydroxy-1,3-oxazolin-2`-yl)] benzothiazol hydrazine [5], of 2-thiaacetic acid benzothiazole [6] ,2-thiaacetyl chloride benzothiazole [7], 5-amino-2-mercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole [8], of 2-mercapto-[5-acetamid thiamethyl benzothiazol]-1,3,4-thiadiazole [9], 2-phenyl-5-chloromethyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole [10],and 2-[5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2`-thiomethyl] benzothiazole [11] have been synthesized. These compounds were characterized by FT-IR , spectrum, elemental analysis and the melting points were checked the purity of the prepared compounds was determined by TLC technique. The biological activity was also studied against Proteus vulgaris (G-) and Staphylococcus aureus (G+) with different concentrations.
Survey for glucose-6- phosphate dehydrogenase enzyme deficiency among premarital attendanceinniava
Authors: T. Al-Takay Dahlia , A. Kashmola Muna
Published: September 2023

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is considered the most frequent enzyme deficiency world wide, several reports have focused on its prevalence in different regions of Iraq. The current study was initiated to report on the frequency of G6PD deficiency among male attendance to premarital center in Ninava governorate in Northern Iraq. A total of 806 male individuals attending the Public Health Laboratory for routine premarital investigations were screened for G6PD deficiency using methemoglobin reduction test (MRT). The results were confirmed by quantitative enzyme assay for the cases that showed G6PD deficiency. A total (759) out of (806) were MRT negative , and (47) out of (806) were MRT positive with a prevalence of (5.8%).
Study the effect of vital component in Pomegranate fruit (Punica granatum) on some biochemical parameters in white rat males.
Authors: Abdullah Ahmed Measer
Published: September 2023

This research designed to investigate the effect of Vital content in pomegranate fruit on serum cholesterol, Triglyceride, LDL and HDL in white rats, and its activity in preventing cardiovascular disease through the effect on fat. Local pomegranate used for extracting treatments .groups divided into two major groups depending on type of food first fed diet free fats and the second fed diet rich in fats , both major groups divided into three sub-groups depending on the treatment type. standard laboratory circumstances prepared , the study continued for 6 weeks then blood were taken from rats then cholesterol, triglyceride HDL and LDL levels were measured in all groups , study results showed increasing in cholesterol, triglyceride , and LDL levels when animals fed diet rich in fats and decreasing in HDL levels in value (P < 0.05) comparing with control group fed diet free in fat, while groups fed diet rich in fat and diet free in fat got pomegranate content showed decreasing in cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL levels and increasing in HDL level in value (P<0.05) comparing with group fed diet rich in fat non treated with pomegranate content and comparing with control group