bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Epidemiological and viral studies of rabies in Bali, Indonesia
Authors: Tenaya Wayan Masa , Suartha Nyoman , Suarsana Nyoman , Damriyasa Made , Apsasi Ida Ayu Pasti , Sari Tri Komala , Agustini Luh Putu , Miswati Yuli , Agustina Kadek Karang
Published: December 2023

Background and Aim: Rabies has been endemic in Bali since 2009, and cases has recently increased. Unfortunately, there is a lack of available vaccines, which hinders the eradication program. This study aimed to investigate the epidemiological and virological aspects of rabies infection in Bali.

Materials and Methods: A total of 24 brain samples were collected from rabid dogs in all districts of Bali. The samples were tested using the direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) test and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to confirm the presence of rabies virus in the samples. Samples with the highest virus content were propagated in vivo and then inoculated into BALB/c mice. The brains of dead mice were used to prepare an inoculate cultured in murine neuroblastoma cells. Supernatant-positive viruses representing each district were then reinoculated into eight groups of five BALB/c mice. A brain sample from each dead mouse was tested using DFA and PCR and detected under a fluorescence microscope.

Results: All rabies virus-positive samples collected from rabid dogs in all districts of Bali were positive. Rabies virus was detected by DFA test and PCR and was consistently confirmed in the in vivo and in vitro studies. BALB/c mice inoculated with the highest viral dilution (105 cells/mL) of culture supernatant showed typical signs of rabies, indicating that the virus could be properly investigated.

Conclusion: This study demonstrated a wide epidemiological distribution of rabies in Bali. The obtained virus can be adapted for in vitro and in vivo studies and can be used to develop a homologous vaccine.

Keywords: Bali, dogs, polymerase chain reaction, rabies virus.
Investigating the suitability of a transponder-based birth monitoring system attached to the vulva of a mare
Authors: Lindinger Hannah , Wehrend Axel
Published: December 2023

Background and Aim: In horse breeding, birth monitoring is an important factor in minimizing losses during parturition. Although different birth monitoring systems are available for this purpose, the current literature lacks systematic suitability analyses. This study aimed to address this gap in the literature. In order to achieve this, we examined a large number of foaling mares to assess the suitability of a transponder-based birth monitoring system attached to the vulva.

Materials and Methods: Seventy warmblood mares were observed during foaling, and 86 foals were born during the foaling seasons of 2021 and 2022. Video surveillance in the foaling stable provided video recordings of births. This allowed the opportunity to assess the birth monitoring system’s reporting accuracy. The exact times and reasons for each alarm were documented and the proportions of correctly detected births, false alarms, and unrecognized births were calculated.

Results: Overall, 96.5% of foalings were correctly detected using the birth monitoring system, with a sensitivity rate of 96% and a specificity rate of 91%. False alarms were primarily caused when a mare rubbed her tail against the stable walls.

Conclusion: These data suggest that the tested transponder is well suited for monitoring the birth of mares. However, it is recommended that this method should be used in combination with other birth monitoring methods because not all births were detected correctly.

Keywords: birth alarm, mare, parturition, transponder system.
EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL, CRISE CIVILIZATÓRIA E COMPLEXIDADE
Authors: França Dinnebier Flávia , Boeira Sérgio Luís , Morato Leite José Rubens
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: O objetivo do ensaio é fazer uma reflexão interpretativa, hipotética, propondo fundamentos transdisciplinares para uma educação ambiental complexa, ecológica e crítica, capaz de promover uma nova relação entre ser humano e natureza.
Design / metodologia / abordagem: Por meio de estudos bibliográficos e documentais, este artigo destaca a importância de uma abordagem complexa na educação ambiental para superar a visão disjuntora, reducionista e antropocêntrica de natureza-objeto que leva à crise civilizatória, ambiental e global. O pensamento complexo proposto por Edgar Morin é fundamental nesse contexto, pois busca superar a visão fragmentada da natureza para ver as interligações existentes entre as partes e o todo e as propriedades que emergem da sua organização. Traz também contribuições para a compreensão do ser humano na natureza, a partir da visão de autoeco-organização, que associa autonomia organizacional com dependência do meio e das inter-relações existentes.
Resultados: São identificadas sinteticamente oito abordagens teóricas de educação ambiental (educação ambiental crítica, educação ambiental política, ecopedagogia, alfabetização ecológica, educação para sustentabilidade, educação para o consumo sustentável, educação para libertação animal e educação para os direitos da natureza), que, quando combinadas e aplicadas de forma transdisciplinar, podem promover um pensamento complexo e crítico, e pautar uma nova relação entre ser humano e natureza, que inclua a proteção do valor intrínseco da natureza.
Originalidade / valor: O artigo apresenta uma proposição teórica original e relevante para a academia e para as organizações pautada no pensamento complexo, em que a interação de distintas abordagens de educação ambiental pode promover formas organizacionais nas quais emergem novos saberes, novas visões, nova compreensão da natureza, possibilita a compreensão das questões ambientais de forma consistente.
ROLE OF PHYSIOTHERAPIST IN PARALYMPICS
Authors: Parisa Leela Siva Parvathi Devi
Published: December 2023

Role of physiotherapist in Paralympics

Paralympic sport is ELITE EXCITING AND INSPIRING

Sport as a rehab

Physiotherapeutic treatment

Achievement of Elite Paralympic Atheletes
Inverse Kinematics Model For a 18 Degrees of Freedom Robot
Authors: Ortega-Palacios Miguel Angel , Palomino-Merino Amparo Dora , Reyes-Cortes Fernando
Published: December 2023

The study of humanoid robots is still a challenge for the scientific community, although there are several related works in this area, several limitations have been found in the literature that drive the need to develop an inverse kinematic modeling of biped robots. This paper presents a research proposal for the Bioloid Premium robot. The objective is to propose a complete solution to the inverse kinematics model for a 18 DOF (Degrees Of Freedom) biped robot. This model will serve as a starting point to obtain the dynamic model of the robot in a subsequent work. The proposed methodology can be extended to other biped robots.
Reflexiones sobre los edificios en altura en la ciudad Mendoza construidos en el siglo XX
Authors: Balter Julieta
Published: December 2023

El presente ensayo reflexiona sobre los edificios en altura construidos en Mendoza durante el siglo XX articulando dos enfoques: por un lado, el aspecto jurídico, en función de analizar en qué medida las características físico–ambientales de la ciudad han definido y/o limitado las regulaciones locales. Y, por otro lado, indagar acerca de las tendencias arquitectónicas influyentes en la conformación formal y material de las construcciones en altura existentes. A partir de un recorrido cronológico por las normativas de edificación, se analizan casos referenciales e icónicos en la ciudad. Hasta mediados del siglo XX se advierte una homogeneidad formal que se vio interrumpida a partir de la difusión de la propiedad horizontal. Sin embargo, en la aplicación de las últimas normativas es posible distinguir una relación propicia entre los edificios y el resto de los factores del sistema urbano. Probablemente, muchas de las construcciones encontraron su fuente de inspiración en las tendencias modernistas europeas. No obstante, es posible identificar una arquitectura en altura diseñada desde una estrecha vinculación con el contexto cultural y ambiental de su entorno urbano.
Localisation of Humanitarian Aid: A Case Study of Cambodian Children’s Trust's Sustainable Development
Authors: Nikidehaghani Mona , Hui-Truscott Freda
Published: December 2023

Localisation of humanitarian aid has emerged as a major issue after the World Humanitarian Summit in 2016 which emphasised the importance of locally-led response as a corrective to power imbalances in the humanitarian system. However, the practical complexities of localised humanitarian aid are yet to be fully discussed. This paper aims to examine the concept of localisation in humanitarian aid through a case study of a local non-governmental organisation, the Cambodian Children's Trust (CCT), in Cambodia. Drawing on the framework of localisation proposed by Baguios et al., (2021), we analyse the application of localisation of child protection programs run by CCT. We provide a holistic understanding of how localisation is conducted in practice, and the impacts it has on the wider humanitarian sector. Our study illustrates that power can be effectively developed to local entities and localisation with empowerment could be achieved despite highly challenging conditions.
Board Effectiveness and Firm Risk: The Moderating Role of ESG Performance
Authors: Nurrizkiana Rika , Adhariani Desi , Setiawan Doddy , Harymawan Iman
Published: December 2023

Improved firm governance in terms of board effectiveness can lower firm risk through the adoption of less risky financial policies. ESG (environmental, social, and governance) performance can strengthen the impact of board effectiveness on firm risk as companies are motivated to act in stakeholders’ interests. This research provides empirical evidence on these premises in the Southeast Asian context. This study used 380 observations from 76 non-financial companies in the Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore for the 2015–2019 period. The data were analysed using the fixed-effects panel data method. The results show that the board effectiveness has a marginally significant effect in reducing company risk. In addition, when the effectiveness of the board interacts with ESG performance, the moderating role of ESG can strengthen its influence in reducing corporate risk. The results have implications for policymakers, investors, corporate executives, and those charged with governance to include ESG in corporate strategy with continuous monitoring from the board to help reduce corporate risk. Corporate sustainability initiatives in the form of ESG performance become more important, especially in the Anthropocene era. This study provides empirical evidence on the link between ESG, firm risk and the role of the board monitoring function.
Role of Affective Neuroscience in Audit Judgement and Decisions Making: A Systematic Literature Review for Auditing Research
Authors: Munidewi Ida , Ludigdo Unti , Djamhuri Ali , Andayani Wuryan
Published: December 2023

This research aims to determine the connection of audit judgment and decision making with affective neuroscience. Systematic Literature Review explores the research of audit judgment and decision making being dominated by the role of cognitive issues in judgment and decision making, but only a few reviews about the role of affect. Thus, it is necessary to balance both affective and cognitive variables. This research reviews seven auditing articles that elaborate on the affective role in audit judgment and decision making, six articles related to Affective Neuroscience, mindful judgment and decisions from psychological journals and three additional articles that are important. Affective Neuroscience (of which the main premise is to produce affective labelling) helps the process of coding information that will provide benefits when the auditor undergoes training, in practice, the auditor’s work atmosphere can be more positive, and if the auditor faces negative conditions, the effect can still be mitigated so that the resulting judgment can be accepted by the environment. This analysis provides useful insights that can be explored by future research to gain a broad understanding of the relationship between affective neuroscience with audit judgment and decision making so it can support the relationship between social theories and Affective Neuroscience. Affective Neuroscience's premise can help in understanding given judgement and decision-making by the auditor.
Emotional Intelligence's Influence on Accounting Understanding
Authors: Anggono Anggono , Ginting Wenny , Dini Siti
Published: December 2023

This research aimed to test the effect of emotional intelligence on accounting understanding. This research was conducted at a vocational high school that the Indonesian Government owns. The population of this research consists of 144 students, while the research sample consists of 106 students selected by simple random sampling. This research used the ex-post-facto (causal-comparative) method. This research data was collected using a questionnaire and a test. The research data were analyzed using a one-way ANOVA. The research results show that the higher the student’s emotional intelligence, the higher their accounting understanding. Therefore, teachers must provide emotional intelligence training for students while studying in vocational school to adapt to the work environment and become challenging human resources when they become alumni and work in companies.
THE USE OF GAS CLEANING DUST OF STEELMAKING FURNACES IN THE COMPOSITION OF CERAMIC MASSES
Authors: Tairov S. S. , Kadyrova Z. R. , Usmanov Kh. L.
Published: December 2023

The chemical-mineralogical compositions, new formations of crystalline phases of minerals and the main properties of the ceramic mass were studied using iron-containing dust from the gas cleaning of steel-smelting furnaces of metallurgical production during sintering in the temperature range of 950 – 1100 ?C. It has been established that with the introduction of gas cleaning dust, the structure is stabilized and the sintering temperature of the ceramic shard is reduced.
FEMTOSECOND-LASER WELDING OF PHOSPHATE GLASS AND ZING–MAGNESIUM–ALUMINOSILICATE GLASS-CERAMICS
Authors: Fedotov S. S. , Lipateva T. O. , Lipatiev A. S. , Lotarev S. V. , Shakhgildyan G. Yu. , Savinkov V. I. , Sigaev V. N.
Published: December 2023

The formation of stable connection between materials with different CTE via using femtosecond laser writing is demonstrated. The welding of phosphate glass (CTE = 120?10–7 K–7) to zinc-magnesium-alumosilicate glass-ceramics (CTE = 62?10–7 K–7) is realised. Investigation of the structural features of laser-induced welds by means of optical microscopy and Raman spectroscopy enables optimization of the laser welding process.
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF BISMUTH-CONTAINING CERIUM OXIDE
Authors: Sudzhanskaya I. V. , Sotnikova V. S.
Published: December 2023

Ceramics Ce0.9Bi0.1O2 – ? was obtained by solid-phase synthesis. It is shown that the obtained samples have a cubic fluorite structure with the space symmetry group Fm3m. The electrical properties of the Ce0.9Bi0.1O2 – ? solid solution were studied by ac impedance spectrometry. It has been established that the activation energy of electrical conductivity has two sections 0.51 eV (400 – 680 ?С) and 1.6 eV (680 – 800 ?С), the activation energy of the dielectric relaxation process was 0.88 eV.
CERAMIC MATERIALS OF A GIVEN PHASE COMPOSITION BASED ON HYDROXYAPATITE POWDER TREATED IN SOLUTIONS OF AMMONIUM, SODIUM AND POTASSIUM DIHYDROPHOSPHATES
Authors: Safronova T. V. , Zhao Z. , Li J. , Kaimonov M. R. , Shatalova T. B. , Filippov Ya. Yu. , Filippova T. V. , Gavlina O. T. , Vlasenko V. S. , Knotko A. V.
Published: December 2023

Powders of hydroxyapatite (HA) Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2 treated in 0.25M aqueous solutions of ammonium NH4H2PO4, sodium NaH2PO4 and potassium KH2PO4 dihydrophosphates for 1 hour under stirring were used for ceramics production.
According to the XRD data, there was no changes in the phase composition of the powders after such treatment. After
firing in the range of 900 – 1100 ?С, the phase composition of ceramics based on HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2 powder treated with an aqueous solution of NH4H2PO4 included ?-tricalcium phosphate ?-Ca3(PO4)2 and HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2; The phase composition of ceramics based on HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2 powder treated with NaH2PO4 aqueous solution included sodium-substituted tricalcium phosphate Ca10Na(PO4)7 and HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2; the phase composition of ceramics based on HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2 powder treated with an aqueous solution of KH2PO4 included potassium-substituted tricalcium phosphate Ca10K(PO4)7 and HA Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2. The formation of biphasic ceramics occurred due to a decrease in the molar ratio Ca/P of HA powder after treatment in aqueous solutions of ammonium NH4H2PO4, sodium NaH2PO4 and potassium KH2PO4 dihydrophosphates. HA-particle surface adsorption of cations and anions from the solution, slight dissolution of HA in solutions of dihydrophosphates with acidic pH, as well as ion exchange of cations and anions of HA for cations and anions from solutions, were possible processes providing change in the ratio of cations and anions in the HA powder. The resulting ceramic composites contain biocompatible phases, and can be recommended for the creation of bone implants.
THERMODYNAMIC ANALYSIS OF OXIDE-CARBON AND CARBON MONOXIDE CHEMICAL REACTIONS IN ORDER TO SELECT ADDITIVES FOR CARBON NANOTUBE REINFORCED CORUNDUM CERAMICS
Authors: Komarov M. I. , Makarov N. A.
Published: December 2023

The calculation of Gibbs energy for reactions of interaction of ZrO2, Al2O3, SiO2, TiO2, CaO and MnO with carbon and carbon monoxide in temperature range 1273 – 2273 К (1000 – 2000 ?С) is made to select eutectic additive for structural ceramics in Al2O3–ZrO2–eutectic additive–carbon nanotube system. Considering the multi-component structure of the ceramic matrix composite in the system Al2O3–ZrO2–eutectic additive–carbon nanotube system, it is necessary to consider the process of possible carbidization, worsening the strength characteristics of the synthesized material. As a result of the analysis, it was found that eutectic additives containing Al2O3, SiO2, TiO2, CaO.
ELECTROTECHNICAL PORCELAIN BASED ON RAW MATERIALS OF UZBEKISTAN
Authors: Shamuratova Sh. M. , Alimdjanova D. I. , Matkarimov Z. T.
Published: December 2023

The paper presents the results of the research on the production of electrical porcelain on the basis of available traditional raw materials of Uzbekistan. It is shown that in conditions of a shortage of high-grade mineral raw materials for the production of electrical porcelain, it is advisable to add about half of the kaolin in the pre-fired state to the batch.
At the same time, the products of firing at 1350 ?С of primary and secondary Angren kaolins allow us to consider them as a mullite-containing component, which further provides high physical, mechanical and dielectric properties of the porcelain material. The phase composition of the obtained porcelain is mainly represented by new crystalline components such as mullite and cristobalite, which gives the right to relate it to the mullite type of electro porcelain.
DETERMINATION OF THE CHEMICAL AND MINERALOGICAL COMPOSITION OF TRACHIBASALTIC PORPHIRITE FROM THE GAVASAY FOR OBTAINING MINERAL FIBER
Authors: Kadyrova Z. R. , Shokosimov I. K. , Kazakova M. N.
Published: December 2023

The results of studies of the chemical and mineralogical compositions and the main characteristics for determining the suitability of trachybasaltic porphyrite from the Gavasay deposit of Uzbekistan for obtaining heat-insulating material, in particular mineral fiber, are presented. It has been established that this new deposit of igneous rock can be used as the main raw material component for the production of basalt fiber products, a widely demanded and modern material in the construction industry.
SYNTHESIS AND INVESTIGATION OF PROPERTIES OF MULLITE-CORUNDUM CERAMICS AS A COMPONENT OF CERAMIC COMPOSITE MATERIALS
Authors: Volobueva T. M. , Sorokin O. Yu. , Golovkin G. N. , Kuznetsov B. Yu.
Published: December 2023

The paper studies the conditions for synthesis of mullite-corundum ceramics obtained on the basis of Al2O3 and SiO2. The composition of mullite-corundum ceramics with an Al2O3 content < 80 wt.% has been determined, which ensures the best thermomechanical compatibility with molybdenum. The possibility of obtaining a composite material based on a mullite-corundum matrix and molybdenum, as well as its use as a barrier layer at the interface of Мo–Si-containing ceramics, has been confirmed. It is established that use of barrier layer significantly reduces the likelihood of thermal stresses in the interface of the two phases. It is shown that there is a need to refine the technological parameters of the preparation of the powder Al2O3–SiO2 mixture to increase the thermochemical compatibility of molybdenum with mullite-corundum ceramics.
YouTube as a Source of Information for Agribusiness: Audience Perspective and Content Video Analysis
Authors: CAHYANI Desak Dwi Asthri , ARISENA Gede Mekse Korri
Published: December 2023

Agribusiness forms the cornerstone of many economies worldwide. Access to agribusiness information is crucial, as it is a valuable resource, catering to a diverse audience, including farmers and the general public. YouTube is a prominent online platform extensively used by people to seek information about agribusiness. The videos and content uploaded on YouTube offer an in-depth comprehension and provide diverse perspectives from various angles on the discussed topics. In agriculture, visual content plays a pivotal role in elucidating intricate concepts such as farming techniques, pest and disease management, crop variety selection, and the latest advancements in agricultural technology. This research endeavors to assess the utility of YouTube as a source of information and scrutinize the content of YouTube videos in the context of agribusiness information. The results of this data analysis reveal that most viewers accessing agribusiness-related content on YouTube are notably influenced by cognitive effects. Furthermore, the study identifies affective effects, personal integration effects, and encouragement as additional factors that impact the audience's inclination to view videos about agribusiness on YouTube. The findings from this analysis underscore the significance of factors such as the number of likes, dislikes, views, reliability assessment, video quality, and completeness evaluation in establishing a substantial correlation with audience preferences and behaviors.
An Empirical Study on Developing the Tourism Potentials of Fairs and Festivals in Odisha in India
Authors: MOHANTY Rojalin , SAMAL Ansuman
Published: December 2023

Numerous studies on the appeal of tourist sites have been done. However, little study has been conducted on festival attractiveness and its effect on place attachment. This study adopted a mixed-methods strategy to examine the festivals in Odisha. Travel and tourism have become essential economic activities throughout the world in this globalization market. Festivals have recently grown in number, variety, and popularity, making them one of the strongest parts of the tourism industry. During tourism activities, tourists pay close attention to how attractive something is. The festival’s appeal is one of the most important things that determines whether or not a tourist will go and take part in activities. Also, the appeal of a festival can makes tourists more likely to come back, which is the key to the success of festival activities. This paper sought to determine the role of tourism as a long-run economic growth mechanism in Odisha. The Government of Odisha promotes tourism, but the focus remains on the golden triangle, which includes Puri, Konark, and Bhubaneswar. Without a doubt, these locations are well-equipped to meet the needs of both domestic and foreign tourists. Other beautiful places in Odisha still are largely unknown to tourists. In this paper, we try to demonstrate the overall importance of various fairs and festivals for the development of tourism and relate the significance of fairs and festivals.
Stock Market Performance during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: FITRIANA Pingkan Mayosi , SAPUTRA Jumadil , HALIM Zairihan Abdul
Published: December 2023

This study provides a comprehensive review using a systematic database to comprehend the pragmatic studies that examine the stock market performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study systematically searches and synthezises the results of stock market performance during COVID-19 to provide an overview of the current state of knowledge. The objectives of this study are (1) to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on stock market performance, (2) to analyse the reaction of the stock market during a pandemic, and (3) to identify the perspective and gaps for future research. This study employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach and follows the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The databases used are Scopus and Web of Science (WoS), covering a period of 2020 to 2023. The articles were identified using specific keywords and were screened based on predefined criteria. A total of 57 articles were included in this study for review. This study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on stock market returns and volatility. Also, the study examines the interconnectedness between global stock markets. In addition, it explored the potential of government response to mitigate the pandemic's effect on the stock market. The study found that the initial impact was felt in the short term and negatively impacted investor sentiment, but the stock markets began to stabilise and recover over time. The study's findings suggest that future research should not only concentrate on the short-term impact and correlation between the stock market and the pandemic but also their long-term impact.
Mobile Jugendarbeit im Europaviertel
Authors: Schilling Stefanie , Marus Peter
Published: December 2023

Seit dem Jahr 2016 gibt es im Stuttgarter Stadtquartier Europaviertel ein bundesweit einmaliges Kooperationsprojekt zwischen der Stadtbibliothek und der Mobilen Jugendarbeit. Zur Moderation des neben der Bibliothek gelegenen Mailänder Platzes einerseits und zur multiprofessionellen pädagogischen Arbeit mit der Zielgruppe junge Menschen, ihren Lebenswirklichkeiten und Bedarfen andererseits wurde das Projekt initiiert. Der folgende Artikel skizziert die Entwicklung dieses Streetwork-Projekts und der gewonnenen Erkenntnisse in den vergangenen Jahren.
Hydroalcoholic extract ofScrophularia striatahas a significant therapeutic effect on thioacetamide-induced liver cirrhosis in rats
Authors: Amri Jamal , Jamalian Mohammad , Salami Zahre , Akbari Ahmad , Alaee Mona , Soleiman Fatemeh Azizi , Alimoradian Abbas
Published: December 2023

Objectives

Liver cirrhosis is one of the most important causes of death from liver diseases. Nowadays, the use of herbal medicines has increased due to its availability, less side effects and cheapness for the treatment of liver diseases. The present study was conducted to examine therapeutic effects of hydroalcoholic extract ofScrophularia striata(S. striata) on thioacetamide-induced liver cirrhosis in rats through evaluate its effects on oxidative stress markers and the expression of metalloproteinase 1 (TIMP 1), toll-like receptor-4 (TLR-4), and Mitofusin (MFN2) genes.

Methods

24 male rats were selected by simple random sampling. Rats were randomly assigned to four groups: group I: healthy rats, group II: thioacetamide (TAA) injected rats, group III: TAA injected rats+100 mg/kg bw ofS. striataand group IV: TAA injected rats+200 mg/kg bw ofS. striata. Liver cirrhosis was induced in rats by a 300 mg/kg bw TAA administration twice with an interval of 24 h. After 8 weeks of treatment byS. striataat doses of 100 and 200 mg/kg bw, biochemical factors and oxidative stress markers (SOD, TAC, GPX, CAT and MDA) were measured using spectrophotometric methods. Also, gene expression of TIMP 1, TLR-4, and MFN2 were analyzed using real-time PCR. ANOVA and Bonferroni post hoc test analysis were applied to evaluate the data.

Results

The results showed theS. striataextract significantly improve the serum ALT, AST and ALP levels, TIMP 1, TLR-4, and MFN2 genes and oxidative stress markers (SOD, TAC, GPX, CAT and MDA) in the liver tissues when compared to control group (p<0.05). Also, it was found that the beneficial effects of theS. striatawere dose-dependent.

Conclusions

Based on the results obtainedS. striataby reducing the expression of TIMP 1, TLR-4, and MFN2 genes and improving oxidative stress might be used as adjuvant treatment for liver cirrhosis.
Multi-layer co-extrusion blow molding
Authors: Steinmetz Erik , Scanlon Seamus , Schneider Tyler , Maia João
Published: December 2023

Multi-layer co-extrusion via the layer multiplication technique and a blow-molding set-up were used to produce bottles with a 129-layered structure of a model system of alternating polystyrene (PS) and poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) layers. This method shows layer retention and thickness control with the use of melt rotation during the extrusion process. Samples were extruded and deformed angularly at different rotation speeds, blow-molded into bottles, and the overall wall thickness and analysis of individual layer thicknesses were performed. Angular rotation leads to weld line deformation and a change in layer thickness above a critical rotation speed in which the weld lines, inherited in the extrusion of the tube structures, are suitably deformed helically leading to uniform deformation during the blowing process. This method has potentially large implications for single cavity blow molding processes where high-performance properties, e.g., high barrier, insulation, mechanical, are of upmost importance, potential industries include gas transport, specialty packaging, and medical.
The multi-layer secure communication system based on 2D-OCDMA coding
Authors: Kong Lingchao , Liu Kan , Yu Qiulei , Hou Fenfei
Published: December 2023

This paper presents a novel multi-layer secure communication system that bases 2D-OCDMA technology to enhance the security and number of users of the system. The system innovatively combines RSA encryption, polarization multiplexing, and address coding techniques to protect and transmit the data. At the transmitting end, the data is encrypted by algorithm and then encoded by address code. The encoded optical data is split into two orthogonal polarization states and sent over the same channel. At the receiving end, only the optical signals in the matching polarization state can be retrieved by the polarizer with the right angle. The retrieved data is then decoded by the address code and decrypted by the algorithm to recover the original data. This system achieves multi-layer security and capacity enhancement by processing the information at different layers. The feasibility of the system is demonstrated by joint experimental simulation using Java programming language and Optisystem simulation software. In this paper, low BER transmission of 4 code words for 8 users 50 km 1Gbit/s is realized using optical orthogonal codes (OOC) with BER around 10−30. It realizes the enhancement of 4-user to 8-user without affecting the transmission effect.
Aspiration, Vocation, and Love
Authors: Pattison George
Published: December 2023

The article responds to three reviews of Philosophy of Christian Life, focussing on issues of heteronomy, abuse of power, the authority of the call, language, technology, and deliverance from self-hatred.
In vitro and in silico study for plant growth promotion potential of indigenous Ochrobactrum ciceri and Bacillus australimaris
Authors: Dilshad Rimsha , Mazhar Sumaira , Munir Sajida , Jamil Nazia , Batool Rida
Published: December 2023

Insights into plant and bacterial associations, along with their genome mining, have paved the way for the improvement of the agriculture sector. Initially, 69 morphologically different bacterial strains were isolated from 6 different extreme environment samples. For in vitro screening of plant growth-promoting bacteria, auxin, hydrogen cyanide, and antibiotic production along with phosphate solubilization potential was estimated. Only 15 strains exhibited noteworthy production of plant growth-promoting compounds. Ochrobactrum ciceri CS-10 fostered Triticum aestivum and Zea mays seedling root growth remarkably (104.12 and 159%, respectively), while Bacillus australimaris TP-10 significantly increased the number of leaves in T. aestivum (166.66%) and Z. mays (133.33%) seedlings. These strains also boosted seedling biochemical traits, like indole acetic acid, peroxidase, and soluble protein content. Particularly, O. ciceri elevated peroxidase content greatly in T. aestivum (249.7%) and Z. mays (260.5%). Scanning electron micrographs of inoculated roots revealed the aggregation of cells at the roots of Z. mays, whereas single cells/micro-colonies were observed on T. aestivum roots. For in silico analysis, AntiSMASH was used for genome mining of the environmental Ochrobactrum sp. and B. australimaris reference genome. This genome mining unveiled diverse gene clusters encoding; terpenes, beta-lactones, acyl-amino-acids, aryl polyenes, lanthipeptide, and siderophores, etc. Two common biosynthetic gene clusters (terpenes and beta-lactones) were identified in these strains, which can act as plant growth promoters. This symbiotic plant–bacteria relationship has promising ecological and economic implications, offering avenues for beneficial applications.
Digital Cultural Heritage, Cybersecurity, and the Human Factor
Authors: Vuković Marin , Štefanac Tamara
Published: December 2023

Digital heritage, with its intellectual and cultural identity value, constitutes a significant asset. This also makes it an important asset in the cyber market. Cultural heritage institutions, recognising the vital role of digital assets, confront various information security risks and must adopt cyber threat related strategies to counter potential cyber-attacks. This paper first investigates the susceptibility of digital heritage objects to cyber threats by examining their distinctive characteristics. The study subsequently poses research enquiries concerning the cybersecurity proficiency and general awareness of cultural heritage professionals. A conducted survey in Croatia among these professionals analyses their information and computer practices related to the storage and preservation of digital cultural heritage. Findings reveal that while overall cybersecurity awareness is commendable, there exists a deficiency in cybersecurity and data protection training among cultural heritage professionals, even at the basic level. Additionally, the study highlights insufficient technical support and equipment for cybersecurity within cultural heritage institutions.
The effect of T-lysine cream on the wound healing process
Authors: Awni Haydar Asmaa
Published: December 2023

Background and objective: Wound healing is a dynamic process that can be compromised in patients with chronic and metabolic conditions or unhealthy lifestyles. Objectives of study is to demonstrate a hyaluronate-containing supramolecular structure which enhances repalysYAL®cream effectiveness, sodium chloride with thymine (T-LysYal®); 1) notable progress in the healing of wounds. 2) the production of minuscule collagen strands 3) a shorter recovery period. Methods: Case study, the test group received standard treatment followed by lysine cream to indicate the size and depth ulcer from the 1st week to the 3rd week. Our patients were a 1-year child and 29 years old male who presented with a second degree of total body surface area (TBSA) burn and skin grafts at the burn center of Rozhawa Hospital/ Hawler/Iraq. The observations were approved by the Ethics committee college of pharmacy in compliance with the ethical standard. Initially assessed as superficial partial-thickness in-depth, the wounds were treated conservatively with dressings and repalysYAL® cream 2-3 times per day; however, represents the healing process in short-term individual therapy. Results: In case 1; The patient had been exposed to flash deep burn to the right palm (thermal injury) mainly of superficial partial thickness; any necrotic tissue present needs to be removed to take full advantage of the product’s potential. When (repalysYAL®) cream is used, there will be a physiological increase in the exudate, which will have to be managed to avoid maceration. While in case 2;The patient presented surgical wound dehiscence in the inner compartment of the left foot with leakage of purulent material and signs of necrotizing fasciitis. with using (repalysYAL®) cream, the wound reduces scar formation due to 90% and increase fibroblast by 30% when a blood vessel is formed to which blood is supplied, the cells are cultivated and divided to form new tissue and an organ. Conclusion: Signaling pathways that induce cellular and tissue responses after injury, which may be impeded during chronic wound healing, were greatly improved using lysine cream as a therapy.
EHBP1 Is Critically Involved in the Dendritic Arbor Formation and Is Coupled to Factors Promoting Actin Filament Formation
Authors: Ji Yuanyuan , Izadi-Seitz Maryam , Landmann Annemarie , Schwintzer Lukas , Qualmann Britta , Kessels Michael M.
Published: December 2023

The coordinated action of a plethora of factors is required for the organization and dynamics of membranous structures critically underlying the development and function of cells, organs, and organisms. The evolutionary acquisition of additional amino acid motifs allows for expansion and/or specification of protein functions. We identify a thus far unrecognized motif specific for chordata EHBP1 proteins and demonstrate that this motif is critically required for interaction with syndapin I, an F-BAR domain-containing, membrane-shaping protein predominantly expressed in neurons. Gain-of-function and loss-of-function studies in rat primary hippocampal neurons (of mixed sexes) unraveled that EHBP1 has an important role in neuromorphogenesis. Surprisingly, our analyses uncovered that this newly identified function of EHBP1 did not require the domain responsible for Rab GTPase binding but was strictly dependent on EHBP1’s syndapin I binding interface and on the presence of syndapin I in the developing neurons. These findings were underscored by temporally and spatially remarkable overlapping dynamics of EHBP1 and syndapin I at nascent dendritic branch sites. In addition, rescue experiments demonstrated the necessity of two additional EHBP1 domains for dendritic arborization, the C2 and CH domains. Importantly, the additionally uncovered critical involvement of the actin nucleator Cobl in EHBP1 functions suggested that not only static association with F-actin via EHBP1’s CH domain is important for dendritic arbor formation but also actin nucleation. Syndapin interactions organize ternary protein complexes composed of EHBP1, syndapin I, and Cobl, and our functional data show that only together these factors give rise to proper cell shape during neuronal development.
20 Años sobre el Impacto de la Investigación Educativa en la Práctica. Algunas Recomendaciones y Propuestas de Mejora
Authors: García Rodríguez Mª del Pilar , Coronel Llamas José Manuel , Gónzález-Falcón Inmaculada , Gómez-Hurtado Inmaculada
Published: December 2023

En los últimos veinte años, la investigación sobre el impacto sobre la práctica educativa ha sido objeto de una atención creciente en el contexto internacional y se ha convertido en una preocupación de los profesionales, investigadores y responsables políticos. En este sentido, la literatura se ha ocupado de explorar cómo el impacto es actualmente teorizado e investigado. El objetivo de este trabajo ha sido derivar recomendaciones y propuestas de mejora para cerrar la brecha de larga duración existente entre la investigación y la práctica, a partir de la revisión de la literatura correspondiente al periodo 2000-2020 de los estudios sobre el impacto de la investigación educativa en la práctica. Se revisaron las bases de datos WOS, Scopus y ProQuest. Partimos de 237 artículos, seleccionamos 145 y realizamos un análisis de contenido identificando un total de 50 recomendaciones y propuestas, de carácter general, asociadas a los contenidos requeridos y, por último, aquellas vinculadas a consideraciones metodológicas.  Los resultados del análisis realizado, reflejan el conocimiento disponible en torno al impacto de la investigación educativa en la práctica, los agentes principales implicados, las políticas a desarrollar en diversos ámbitos, las orientaciones metodológicas sugeridas, así como las implicaciones para la formación inicial y permanente del profesorado
Barriers to Adherence to Oral Hormonal Therapy Among Breast Cancer Women
Authors: Abozead Shalabia El-Sayed , William Neama Fosdok , Mahammad Zienab Abd-El-lateef , Khallaf Salah Mabrouk , Almageed Asmaa Sayed Abd
Published: December 2023

BACKGROUND: Oral hormonal medication is an essential part of the management of breast cancer for hormone receptor-positive patients. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to evaluate barriers to adherence to oral hormonal therapy among breast cancer women. METHOD: A descriptive study was utilized on 200 adult women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, newly received oral hormonal therapy. Those women were admitted to the outpatient clinic at South Egypt Cancer Institute at Assiut University. Using interview questionnaire sheet included, demographics, medical data, patient knowledge assessment, Morisky Medication adherence scale, and factors affecting drug adherence checklist. RESULTS: The highest percentage among the studied sample their age was above 4o years (91%). Around (50%) the duration of illness was more than 5 years. 57% of patients the duration of oral hormonal therapy was more the three years. Our study explores that studied patients nearly had no knowledge regarding all items of oral hormonal therapy.  In addition, most of them are not compliant with oral hormonal therapy. The most important predictor factors for medication compliance are psychological/behavioral factors. CONCLUSION: Most of the patients are not compliant with oral hormonal therapy, so, nurses should counsel cancer patients about oral hormonal therapy, addressing reasons for no adherence and handling them.
To Compare The Two Approaches Of Nerve Flossing Technique On Pain, Lumbar Mobility And Straight Leg Raise In Subjects With Sciatica
Authors: Walia Carolina , Singh Vijayshree
Published: December 2023

Background:  Sciatica is one of the most common painful and disabling conditions. Nerve flossing technique commonly called as neural mobilization are the forms of manual therapy that are used in an effort to reduce radiating pain and improve range of motion. A wide range of physical therapy interventions have been proposed to be effective, however the efficacy of neural mobilization technique is still undetermined in developing countries like India. Purpose: A study to compare the two approaches of nerve flossing technique on pain, lumbar mobility and striaght leg raise in subjects with sciatica. Study design: Quasi- Experimental study, comparative in nature Methodology: A total of 45 subjects were selected for the study as per inclusion and exclusion criteria between age group of 20-55 years. Participants were divided into 3 groups of 15 subjects each. Group A (control), Group B (Experimental-1) and Group C (experimental-2). Group A was receive Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), Hydro-collateral pack, Group B was receive slider mobilization (Nerve Flossing Technique) and Group C was receive single joint mobilization on knee (Nerve Flossing Technique). The baseline data was recorded on 1th day (pre- intervention) and 5th day (post-intervention) and then on 10th day (post-intervention). Total 10 sessions per subject was given over 2 weeks i.e., 5 sessions per week. The collected Data was analyzed by using ANOVA and other statistical tests as appropriate Results: The result showed significant improvement in slider mobilization on pain, lumbar mobility and striaght leg raise in subjects with sciatica. Conclusion: The present study concludes that slider mobilization is most effective nerve flossing technique in improving pain, lumbar mobility and striaght leg raise in subjects with sciatica. Trial registration number (TRN): Not applicable.
Philanthropic Activities in Early 20th Century Vilnius: Vilnius Children’s Welfare Society’s Photo Album
Authors: Kruopienė Milda
Published: December 2023

The article examines how the 1906 photo album of the Vilnius Children’s Welfare Society (1901–1940) serves as a reflection of the child-care practices employed by philanthropic organizations in early 20th-century Vilnius. This representational source reveals the society’s aspiration to engage in philanthropic activities by providing children the skills necessary for various professions and fostering their comprehensive development of the body, soul, and mind. The purposefully arranged mise-en-scènes within the photo album also depict the image of the organization that its members sought to create.
The Historian and the Source: Some Contemporary Problems in Holocaust Historiography
Authors: Šepetys Nerijus
Published: December 2023

When researching and writing the history of the Holocaust, it is crucial not only to select (and match the topic and approach) the main primary sources, but also to find an adequate critical relationship with them. In the case of the historiography of the beginning of the Holocaust (which is also the beginning of the Holocaust in Lithuania), at least in the twenty-first century, such a relationship is often a challenge for the researcher: there is a tendency to automatically rely on, or to question, particular groups of sources (according to origin). This also leads to serious problems in understanding history, some of which the paper attempts to address. For example, how is the possibility of such an understanding disrupted when reliance is placed on specific (accidental) primary sources without questioning the setting and meaning of their origins and ignoring others? Or what is the picture of history that emerges when the attempts to apply both the attitudes of primordial trust and primitive questioning to subjective sources are uncontrolled? Finally, what are the implications of ignoring primary sources for the historical understanding of Holocaust situations, first of all the “pinning down” of testimonies, and then the subsequent processing (writing them down, reworking them, making them up, swiping them)? Importantly, these are questions not only of today’s historical scholarship, but of the Jewish scholars who survived the Catastrophe immediately after the war.