bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Absolute Necessity of Plant-Based Diets for the Health of the Earth and Her Inhabitants
Authors: Hynes Marijane
Published: October 2022

Plant-based diets have been emphasized as healthy for decades. When I was very young, I heard a writer, Frances Moore Lappé, discuss her book, Diet for a Small Planet (Lappé, 1971). This was the first major book to note the environmental impact of meat production as wasteful and a contributor to global food scarcity. We should have listened more closely to her, particularly those in the West. The Western diet, laden with processed foods, is helping to kill the inhabitants and the planet. Most impacted are those affected by poverty. New studies indicate a plant-based diet (PBD) has incredible health benefits.
Rainbow Resistance: Development of a Mobile App to Address Violence Against LGBTQIA+ People in Brazil Using a Community Based Participatory Research Approach
Authors: Malta Monica , LeGrand Sara , Baptista da Silva Angelica , Seixas Michele , Benevides Bruna , Furtado da Silva Cosme Marcelo , Kalume Clarisse
Published: October 2022

Introduction During the last ten years Brazil has been registering at least one murder of LGBTQI+ person every day. While violence is widespread, interventions are scarce and often discontinued. We developed a novel mobile health (mHealth) intervention to address the rampant discrimination and violence against LGBTQI+ persons from Brazil. Methods We utilized a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to collect quantitative and qualitative data from the Brazilian LGBTQI+ community. The data underscored the development of a mobile app, the “Rainbow Resistance- Dandarah App”. Summary The study included 11 members from the Brazilian LGBTQI+ community on the Community Advisory Board (CAB). Fourteen focus groups discussions (FGDs) were conducted with 8-10 LGBTQI+ persons each, including rural and urban cities, as well as hard to reach areas from Brazil (e.g. slums and the Amazon Area). Ten in-depth interviews (IDIs) were then conducted with key informants, the vast majority of whom were community leaders and professionals providing services for LGBTQI+ persons experiencing discrimination/violence. Descriptive analysis of qualitative FGDs data included plotting a‘word cloud’ to visually represent word frequency. The most mentioned word was “violence”, followed by “safe”, “streets” and “alive”. Since its launch, over 4,000 have utilized the Rainbow Resistance – Dandarah app. Most participants to date are men, self-identified as gay/homosexual, White, with a median age of 26 years. The panic button was activated 61 times. The “Rainbow Resistance- Dandarah App” had high acceptability, feasibility and anticipated usability. Discussion: Many FGDs participants mentioned the importance of the collaborative strategy utilized in the study, where the LGBTQI+ community was consulted to identify their specific needs, were invited to compose a highly active CAB, tested the app prototype and had the opportunity to criticize and contribute to final app improvements. Study participants requested additional features, including legislation relevant to the LGBTQI+ community and addresses of local services, non-governmental organizations, shelters, etc. Those additional features, including mental health screening and referrals to specialized care, are under development.
Disproportionate Suicidality in LGBTQ+ Youth in the United States Through a Socioecological Framework
Authors: Rea Samantha , Chen Willa , Young Jessica , Ikoma Michelle , Szakasits Lindsey
Published: October 2022

Purpose of Review The aim of this paper was 1) to evaluate contributing factors to high suicidality rates among LGBTQ+ youth, and 2) to explore options for interventions to improve mental health and reduce suicidality among LGBTQ+ youth. Recent Findings Suicide is the second leading cause of death in the United States (U.S.) among those age 10-24, and rates have increased significantly over the past decade. The burden of suicidality, including suicidal ideation, plans, and attempts in U.S. youth is disproportionately shared by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) youth, with U.S. high schoolers who identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual being nearly four times as likely as their heterosexual peers to attempt suicide. Opportunities to address disproportionate suicidality in LGBTQ+ youth exist at several levels. Summary Various social determinants of health contribute to disproportionate rates of suicidality for LGBTQ+ youth in the U.S., including national and state policy, income and housing discrepancies, social support in schools and homes, and access to nondiscriminatory health care. As determined by a causal loop diagram and supported by a socioecological framework, increasing access to health care through means such as telehealth services and developing cultural competency programs aimed at reducing stigma is vital. In addition, involving families, teachers, and peers of LGBTQ+ youth will be critical in building and strengthening existing school-based programs to enhance support and belonging for LGBTQ+ youth.
Evaluation of deep inelastic scattering of nucleon in the gluon structure functions
Authors: Likta Emmanuel Wana , Malgwi David I. , Yakubu Nura
Published: October 2022

It is known that between quarks the basic particle acts as the conversation particle for the strong force is gluon and the gluon have two separation states due to gauge invariance. Inside hadron the baryons such as proton and neutrons uses electron, muons and neutrino the process is deep inelastic scattering. Deep is considered to be the high energy of lepton that gives very short wavelength which penetrates a small size target. The goal of this paper is to obtain the following reality evaluation of Deep Inelastic scattering of nucleon in the gluon structure, to observe the agreement between the electron and muon. The method initiate is the cross section. The deep inelastic scattering of nucleon in the gluon structure has been achieved and it has been observed that the electron and muon are in agreement with each other. For electron, muon and neutrino disagree to each other. The bound and pseudo free nucleon within the nucleus do not behave in the same way. Measurement production has been carried out. Small dependent on nuclear dependence has been achieved.
Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Approach based on Neutrosophic Sets for Evaluating Sustainable Supplier Selection in the Industrial 4.0
Authors:   Faculty of Computers and Informatics, Zagazig University, Sharqiyah, Egypt, .. Mahmoud ,   Faculty of Computers and Informatics, Zagazig University, Sharqiyah, Egypt, Ibrahiem Mahmoud
Published: October 2022

Sustainability in supply chain management can be achieved by integrating its applications with Industry 4.0 platforms. Considering the Sustainability and Industry 4.0 criteria for supplier selection, this research creates a new integrated model to improve the performance of the applicatios. The choice of suppliers is evaluated using a two-stage neutrosophic sets and the EDAS method. The first step of this research is to define all of the terms associated with Industry 4.0 and Sustainability. The neutrosophic EDAS determines the relative relevance of each criterion. The neutrosophic VIKOR method is used to rank the suppliers. The suppliers' performance in meeting the sustainability and Industry 4.0 standards is then nominated in a two-stage neutrosophic sets. A case study of a textile firm is offered to illustrate the usefulness of our integrated approach. The effectiveness of the suggested integrated method is then evaluated via a series of sensitivity assessments. Of the things we learned was that it's best to build a decision-making framework that uses Industry 4.0 and sustainability criteria to assess suppliers individually rather than in a relative fashion in a hazy setting.
Interpretable Machine Learning Fusion and Data Analytics Models for Anomaly Detection
Authors:   Faculty of Computers and Informatics, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Sharqiyah, 44519, Egypt, Abdelmonem Ahmed ,   Faculty of Computers and Informatics, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Sharqiyah, 44519, Egypt, Mostafa Nehal N.
Published: October 2022

Explainable artificial intelligence received great research attention in the past few years during the widespread of Black-Box techniques in sensitive fields such as medical care, self-driving cars, etc. Artificial intelligence needs explainable methods to discover model biases. Explainable artificial intelligence will lead to obtaining fairness and Transparency in the model. Making artificial intelligence models explainable and interpretable is challenging when implementing black-box models. Because of the inherent limitations of collecting data in its raw form, data fusion has become a popular method for dealing with such data and acquiring more trustworthy, helpful, and precise insights. Compared to other, more traditional-based data fusion methods, machine learning's capacity to automatically learn from experience with nonexplicit programming significantly improves fusion's computational and predictive power. This paper comprehensively studies the most explainable artificial intelligent methods based on anomaly detection. We proposed the required criteria of the transparency model to measure the data fusion analytics techniques. Also, define the different used evaluation metrics in explainable artificial intelligence. We provide some applications for explainable artificial intelligence. We provide a case study of anomaly detection with the fusion of machine learning. Finally, we discuss the key challenges and future directions in explainable artificial intelligence.
Deep Neural Network-based Fusion and Natural Language Processing in Additive Manufacturing for Customer Satisfaction
Authors:   American University in the Emirates, Dubai, UAE, .. Abedallah Z. ,   American University in the Emirates, Dubai, UAE, Almajed Rasha
Published: October 2022

Modern Machine learning fusion approaches tend to extract features depending on two techniques (hand-crafted feature and representation learning). Hand-crafted features can waste time and are not sufficient for downstream tasks. Unlike representation learning, we automatically learn features with minimum time and effort and are suitable for downstream tasks. In our paper, we provide work on graph neural network methods with details on classical graph embedding approaches and the different methods in neural graph networks such as graph filtering, graph pooling, and the learning parameter for graph following each technique with a general framework or mathematical proof for customer satisfaction. To satisfy customer's feel, this research employs NLP techniques. We describe the adversarial attacks and defenses on graph representation approaches. Also, advanced application of neural graph networks is reviewed, such as combinational optimization, learning program representation, physical system modeling, and natural language processing. Finally, the challenges in geometric neural networks and future research work have been introduced.
Effective Waste Management Strategies of Bentonite in Sri Lanka
Authors:   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Guruge Kavini , Coomasaru Pramuditha ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Published: October 2022

One of the greatest challenges of Bentonite usage in construction industry is, managing the wastage created in sites thus, it has to be given attention. Therefore, the study would be conducted focusing on the domestic piling construction sites and the process followed by them. Although it is a chemical, it is recognized to be safe for both the environment as well as mankind in an ecological and health protection perspective. However, a proper disposal method in order to reduce the further issues as excessive waste in sites is needed. Therefore, this study aims to explore an effective method regarding the waste management strategies for Bentonite in Sri Lanka. The objectives of the study are, identifying the wasting methods of Bentonite, identifying causes of disposing Bentonite and determining the most suitable method for Bentonite disposal. Data for the objectives one and two were collected through a literature survey and analyzed by using NVivo which was validated using a questionnaire by majority of 5-10 years experienced professionals aligning to mixed method approach. Data for the third objective was found by aegis of the same questionnaire. Noticeably, it was validated through interviews by the industry experts with more than 30 years of experience. The study found that, site conditions are the most relatable reason for the Bentonite waste. Apart from that ‘weather’ and ‘manual handling errors’ can be additional reasons for the wastage. Moreover, most sites consider either ‘when the slurry forms into a cake’ or ‘silos are full’ as the causes for disposal. Furthermore, it has identified that the majority of sites dispose the waste to disposable lands using bowsers as of the disposal method after reusing 3-4 times. The suggested method appears to be cost effective and efficient in comparison to the others. Furthermore, it can be rather safe and environmentally friendly. KEYWORDS: Bentonite, Waste Management, Wastage, Sri Lanka, Pile Construction.
The Properties of Lime/Soil Concrete
Authors:   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Chandrasiri Janith , Perera Janaka ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Published: October 2022

The investigation of materials for replacing cement in concrete manufacturing has garnered steady interest from experts in recent years. However, the majority of past researches have only focused on the use of lime as a cement substitute in producing Lime Concrete. The reason for this is that lime concrete can be made easily and cheaply while still providing a durable material that can minimize negative environmental impacts. Even though lime is used as an alternative material the integration of a new material as a replacement for conventional aggregates has been limited. As a result, this study will attempt to examine the various compositions of hydraulic lime as a partial replacement of cement while completely replacing the coarse and fine aggregate with a soil to find the influence on the physical characteristics of Lime/Soil concrete. This will also help in decreasing the ecological imbalance caused due to the excess use of conventional aggregates. Locally available reddish-brown laterite soil was used in this study without any modifications. C30 concrete mixes containing 0%, 10%, 15% of hydraulic lime replaced with OPC and complete replacement of aggregate with laterite soil were casted before subjected to water curing. Workability, compressive strength, splitting tensile strength and water absorption test were conducted in accordance with the existing standard. Based on the results obtained from the study it has shown that even with complete replacement of aggregate with laterite soil it was able to produce workable concrete with satisfactory strength that can be employed for ground improvements in pavement design and to manufacture economical non-load bearing concrete blocks. The targeted strength still can be achieved with replacement of 15% hydraulic lime for a lower cost. With the accomplishment from the composition, future studies will be able to better assess the long-term effects of construction operations on the environment. KEYWORDS: Compressive strength, lime concrete, physical properties, hydraulic lime, laterite soil.
REGIONAL RELEVANCY OF THE CIDA PRICE INDICES UNDER THE RESTRICTIONS URGED BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors:   SLIIT, Nissanka Nipunika , Wijesinghe Tilanka ,   SLIIT
Published: October 2022

CIDA price fluctuation formula and price indices provide considerable relief to the estimators in mitigating the risk due to the fluctuation of the price of construction inputs during project execution. But there is a huge outcry that the CIDA indices does not appropriately reflect the actual fluctuation of market prices especially during the period of pandemic. The aim of this research was to identify the appropriateness of CIDA indices in ascertaining the price fluctuation of construction material prices across the regions especially under the restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic. The study was limited to analysis the regional behavior of material prices based on the significant materials. Market price of construction materials was collected from suppliers, constructors, and construction professionals who are currently involved in construction projects. The market prices were collected from nine provinces of the country for eight different types of significant materials during the period of pandemic. Collected data were first observed for its behavior within and across the provinces to check the appropriateness to be represented by country wide common indices. This was done through the analysis of variance and through the checking of null hypothesis i.e., “always there is no difference in means between the provincial prices of a given material”. Thereafter the fluctuation of provincial prices of given inputs were compared to the variation of respective CIDA indices with the corresponding time to check the parallelism and correlation. In this research, it has been concluded that, there is a requirement for establishing regional monthly indices for construction inputs. KEYWORDS: CIDA indices, Construction materials, Province, Regional
Modelling the Risk of Pedestrians in Walkways
Authors:   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Deshani Sarala , Amarasingha Niranga ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Published: October 2022

Pedestrians engaged crashes were increased day by day in the world. There is a high risk of accidents for pedestrians when crossing the road than walking on the road. To minimize the crash rate on pedestrians it is important to know about the risks faced by pedestrians on the road. This study aimed to report pedestrians’ perceptions of risks while walking and crossing the road. A questionnaire survey was carried out to get the data about pedestrians’ perceptions of risks while walking and crossing the road in Matara district. Data were collected with questions with a five-point scale during August and September 2021 from 225 females and 175 males. The collected data were validated by estimating the Cronbach Alpha values and analyzed using chi-square tests and multinomial logistic regression methods. The results of the study were shown the usage of that technical device while walking on the road is the most reported (66.2%) pedestrian risk in the walkways. Whereas crossing the road without using pedestrian crossings is the most reported risk (73%) during the time of crossing the road. The chisquare test results of the survey were indicated that some of the self-reported risks have a significant association with age and gender. Male pedestrians involved with risky behaviours than female pedestrians because male pedestrians have high observed values than the expected values in the reported risks. Age groups, less than 18 years and 18-30 pedestrians were mostly engaged with risky behaviours on the road. Their observed values in the pedestrian risks especially in using technical devices on the road are higher than the observed values compared to other age groups. When the average walking distance of pedestrians per day is increased, accidents happening on pedestrians is also increased. The results of this study would help infrastructure designers to make safer roads. KEYWORDS: crossing, pedestrians, self-reported risks, walking, age, gender
Relationship between procurement systems and payment methods in assuring financial safety in Sri Lankan building projects
Authors:   SLIIT, Niriella Adeesha , Gamage Iresha ,   University of Moratuwa
Published: October 2022

The Construction industry is a place where the parties to a project frequently face various risks throughout the project life cycle. Financial risks are one of the aforementioned risks that have a significant impact on parties, and more studies should be conducted to investigate the possibility of minimizing these financial risks and assuring the financial safety of projects. Thus, this research aims at identifying the relationship between procurement systems and payment methods towards assuring the financial safety of construction projects. Researchers selected government funded building projects to limit the scope because such projects frequently deal with financial risks. Frequent financial risks in a Government Funded Building Projects (GFBP) were identified as material shortages, fluctuation of inflation rate, legislation changes. The study used a mixed method approach, and data was gathered through semi structured interviews and questionnaires. Data was analyzed using manual content analysis and basic statistics. Common procurement systems and payment methods available in a GFBP were identified through interviews. Accordingly traditional, design and build, management oriented and collaborative procurement systems were identified and lumpsum, measure and pay, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and cost reimbursement were identified as payment methods. Furthermore, findings revealed that there are six common combinations between procurement systems and payment methods in GFBP. The identified combinations were further tested for their ability to minimize financial risks of GFBP and it was revealed that the combination consisting of Lumpsum with Design and Build was the best combination to assure financial safety in GFBP. Other combinations are traditional with measure and pay, design and build with lumpsum, design and build with GMP, management oriented with lumpsum, management oriented with measure and pay. Ultimately, a framework has been developed by harmonizing all the research findings in which parties can select the most viable combination to assure the financial safety of their project. KEYWORDS: Financial safety, Government funded building projects, Procurement systems
Travel Issues of Sri Lankan Females
Authors:   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Karunarathne Tharushika , Amarasingha Niranga ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Published: October 2022

This research looks into the mobility problems that female travelers undergo, with an emphasis on Sri Lankan women. Males and females have different social and economic roles and obligations in most civilizations, and as a result, there are major gender variations in travel and transportation demands. The aim of this research is to investigate the mobility issues of females while traveling. This research analyzes mobility problems of female travelers with special reference to the Western province of Sri Lanka. This research targets to identify the mobility barriers which affect the females’ lifestyle, the problems, and threats females have faced, and the way they go through these problems. The socioeconomic, perspective of people, and travel behavior data were collected from 450 females by using a paper-based questionnaire in August 2021. Ordinal logistic regression analysis and Chi-square test were used to analyze the data. According to the results, sexual harassment while traveling was a significant problem. Among the respondents, 17% of respondents stated that sexual harassment was the most concerning security risk when traveling and 46.8% of female respondents faced sexual harassment when traveling by buses. Based on the types of harassment 26% of females experienced physical harassment as the most frequent harassment type and 25% experienced verbal harassment in public places or public transportation. Majority 42% of the females were strongly stated that they faced sexual harassment problems after dark. Poor maintenance of open public spaces, overcrowded buses/trains, lack of effective/visible police or civil guards, and lack of regulation on transport safety such as men dealing with or taking alcohol/drugs were factors that contribute to sexual harassment by females in public places and transport. The results of this analysis provide valuable insights into the mobility problems of female travelers in day-to-day life due to various reasons. KEYWORDS: Females, Mobility, Ordinal logistic regression, Sexual harassment, Travel
Queue Length Prediction at Un-Signalized Intersections with Heterogeneous Traffic Conditions
Authors:   Sri Lanka Information Technology, Rathnayake Ishantha , Amarasinghe Niranga ,   Sri Lanka Information Technology, Wickramasinghe Vasantha ,   University of Peradeniya, Liyanage Kavindi ,   Sri Lanka Information Technology
Published: October 2022

Increasing queue lengths while reducing average vehicle speeds is a notable criterion in intersections with heterogeneous traffic conditions. Such queue lengths vary with different intersection controls. This study aimed to estimate the queue length at un-signalized intersections with heterogeneous traffic conditions. The study was done for un-signalized intersections in Peradeniya and Weliwita, Sri Lanka and the data were collected through video recordings. The queue lengths in an un-signalized intersection with mixed traffic conditions have an instantaneous aggressive variation due to the uncontrolled movements. Thus, a time series analysis with the aid of Vector Auto Regression (VAR) model was used in order to estimate the queue length. Variables considered in this study were arrival flow rate, discharge flow rate, number of conflicts for 15 seconds time intervals as independent variables and queue length at the end of each 15 seconds as the dependent variable. For the modelling, the procedure of “Box-Jenkins” method was followed. After the confirmation of the variables are stationary, Cointegration check and Granger causality tests were done to check the cointegration between variables and the granger causality between variables. Then, VAR models were developed using 80% data from the total data set for both locations. The remaining 20% of the data set was used to validate the model using the MAE, MAPE, and RMSE error values between the actual and predicted queues. Among both models, 0.94 of higher R2 value and Durbin Watson value as 2 was obtained for the developed model using raw variables for Weliwita junction. Furthermore, the observed MAE, MAPE, and RMSE values for Weliwita model were 3,5 and 6%, respectively. Thus, the results of this study can be used to reduce traffic congestion while enhancing the safety of the users at un-signalized intersections in Sri Lanka. KEYWORDS: heterogeneous traffic, queue length, time series analysis, un-signalized intersections.
Challenging Arbitral Awards in the Construction Industry
Authors:   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Jayasinghe Rasara , Dahanayake Rangamal ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Edirisinghe Vajira ,   Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Published: October 2022

One of the most common alternative dispute resolution methods used in the Sri Lankan construction industry is arbitration. However, challenging arbitration awards based on legal grounds at the courts has been a current trend by the disagreeing party. If this situation occurs continuously, the purpose of having arbitration as an alternative dispute resolution method can be abandoned. Therefore, the study aims to identify the causes where arbitration is challenged in multi-story building construction projects in Sri Lanka through a case study. The methodological choice was qualitative and used semistructured interviews from six arbitrators and 2 case studies that referred to courts to challenge arbitration awards as research strategies. The study found the poor attitude of parties, lack of technical knowledge, reliability, and capability of the arbitrator to act according to the arbitrary acts imposed by the government as the main causes. Further. The study recommends arbitrators consider the reasons to act well enough and reject the cases if the arbitration is likely to be challenged in courts, train arbitrators to be reliable and on technical knowledge, and improve parties' attitudes by educating on the arbitration procedure and its benefits. KEYWORDS: Arbitration, Challenge, Award, Dispute, Sri Lanka
Review on Use of End-Area-Rule for Volume Calculations in Highway Pavements
Authors:   Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Wanasinghe G.I. , Thennakoon P.G. ,   Kotelawala Defence University, De Silva N.A. ,   Kotelawala Defence University, Kalugamuwa I.M. ,   Kotelawala Defence University
Published: October 2022

Volume estimation of highway pavements is very important in planning and design of highways, in order to calculate the amount of materials and hence for cost analysis. It is also used to investigate the workmanship and quality of construction in post analysis. End area rule is the simplest and most widely used technique in volume calculation as it can be used with the cross sections generated at a suitable interval. The theory being used for road segment between two consecutive cross sections assuming there exists a linear variation of cross sectional areas within the interval. Validity of the application of end area rule depends on this assumption and accuracy also varies when the linear variation does not exist. This study was carried out to analyze the validity of the application of end area rule due to the non-linearity of variation of cross sectional areas in highway pavements. The scope of the study was limited to straight segment with rectangular cross section. Road width and height of the cross section were selected as variables and the volumes were compared using different models with coaxial centroids and skew sections. Numerical models with different angles of centroids were used in the study and the results were verified using digital models created with AutoCAD 3D software. The interval between sections was also investigated and it was determined that the perpendicular distance between sections should be used in the end area rule. Finally it was concluded that the area variation is not linear when there are more than one variable affect the cross section. The modification to end area rule was also developed in order to increase the accuracy. KEYWORDS: end-area-rule, non-linearity, volume estimation, sectional interval
МАТЕМАТИЧЕСКАЯ МОДЕЛЬ РОСТА СОМАТОМЕТРИЧЕСКИХ ПАРАМЕТРОВ В ПЛОДНОМ ПЕРИОДЕ
Authors: Стрижков Алексей Евгеньевич , Стрижкова Зульфия Ахнафовна , Николенко Владимир Николаевич
Published: October 2022

Цель исследования - построение математической модели роста соматометрических параметров в плодном периоде, имеющей один входной параметр - возраст плода.

             Материал и методы. На материале 200 трупах плодов и 10 новорожденных было проведено антропометрическое исследование показателей тела и нижней конечности. По полученным данным было проведено математико - статистическое моделирование.

                Результаты и обсуждение. В результате регрессионного анализа была построена система из 16 линейных уравнений и 16 доверительных полос регрессии зависимости размеров тела от возраста плода. Коэффициенты уравнений легли в основу матрицы роста плода. Итоговое прогностическое уравнение роста соматометрических параметров в плодном периоде имеет вид произведения матрицы на вектор
ИННОВАЦИОННАЯ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТЬ КАФЕДРЫ ПАТОЛОГИЧЕСКОЙ ФИЗИОЛОГИИ ИМЕНИ В.Г. КОРПАЧЕВА
Authors: Тажибаева Дамира Сабировна , Кабдуалиева Наталья Борисовна , Айтбаева Жайна Байдуллаевна , Ниязбекова Карлыгаш Калжановна , Тулеуов Темирлан Ныгызбекович
Published: October 2022

В статье проведен анализ инновационной деятельности кафедры патологической физиологии имени В.Г. Корпачева НАО "Медицинский университет Астана". Приведены характеристики основных инновационных методов и приемов, базирующихся на технологии критического мышления и внедренных в образовательный процесс кафедры
Analysis of the procedures for providing medical care in the field of manual medicine
Authors: Didur Mikhail , Cherednichenko Denis , Kurnikova Mariya , Kravchenko Aleksandr
Published: October 2022

The article presents a conceptual and legal analysis of the procedures for providing medical care in the field of osteopathy and manual therapy. A list of provisions of regulatory documents that require clarification and harmonization with the existing orders has been defined. The risks and legal consequences of the accumulated practice of the enforcement of the procedures in their current version are outlined. A significant identity of indications, manual techniques, manipulations and techniques of osteopathy and manual therapy is shown in the historical aspect. The need to develop end-to-end programs of post-graduate professional education for specialists in the field of osteopathy, manual therapy and medical massage has been substantiated.
Dynamics of osteopathic status indicators during treatment in patients with panic attacks
Authors: Ilchenko Anna , Egorova Irina , Chervotok Andrey , Dyupin Artem , Martynov Sergey
Published: October 2022

This article presents the records of a study of the effect of osteopathic treatment on the dynamics of craniosacral mechanism indices in patients with panic attacks. The study involved patients of both sexes with a mean age of 36.8±2.2 years with complaints of panic attack symptom complex; the treatment duration ranged from 6 to 8 weeks. A factor analysis of the internal structure of the patients' functional state before and after osteopathic treatment was carried out. It was ascertained that after osteopathic treatment the number of complaints decreased, indices of well-being improved, and the vegetative status normalized.
A biomechanical model of the correction of osteogenesis in cranial sutures in case of non-syndromic posttraumatic craniosynostoses in young children
Authors: Biketov Oleg
Published: October 2022

The article offers a description of an urgent medical problem that has been actively considered for several years as an interdisciplinary problem. By considering the formation of non-syndromic craniosynostosis in young children as a version of disorder of the bone tissue modeling/remodeling process [3], the author describes methods of solving the problem of osteogenesis management in cranial sutures in young children. Their distinctive feature is that this problem is formulated and solved from the position of biomechanics as a problem of strain control over the entire body volume or a part of it only.
A modern view of the theories of the spine pathologies
Authors: Zverev Alexey , Novosel'cev Svyatoslav , Yakimenko Oleg
Published: October 2022

The article shows that the basis of all pathologies of the spine is a dysfunction of the craniosacral mechanism, in particular, its hydrodynamics caused by somatic dysfunctions.
Basic theory of the craniosacral mechanism and learning of how to train it
Authors: Zverev Alexey , Novoseltsev Svyatoslav , Yakimenko Oleg
Published: October 2022

The article offers methods of conscious training of the craniosacral mechanism, especially during periods of the unbalanced development. One of variants of such training in the form of tests and exercises is offered. The theory of the craniosacral mechanism is presented in a form that can be easily understood.
L’apport de l’impression 3D dans la chirurgie de la paroi thoracique
The place of 3D printing in chest wall surgery
Authors: ELHAJJAMI NASSIBA , lakranbi marouane , ouadnouni yassine , achour sanae , smahi mohamed
Published: October 2022

Les tumeurs de la paroi thoracique peuvent laisser de gros défects dans la paroi thoracique après résection tumorale.
Cet article vise une mise au point sur le processus de conception et de fabrication personnalisé pour réparation des défauts osseux de la paroi thoracique après résection tumorale, en utilisant l'impression tridimensionnelle (3D). En effet le modèle 3D facilite la planification préopératoire et la modélisation d’un implant sur mesure à partir des images DICOM.
A retrospective study of the pattern of sexually transmitted infections during a five-year period at tertiary care hospital in Central India.
Authors: soni Rajesh , mathur Pritica , mukhi jayesh
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Background: Knowledge about the current patterns and trend of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in different geographical regions is necessary for proper implementation of control measures. Aim: To study the pattern and trend of STIs during a five-year period (2013-17) among patients attending Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology, Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur. Material and methods: Case records of 4552 patients with STIs who attended the Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology, Government Medical College, Nagpur for five years, from January 2013 to October 2017 were analysed in this retrospective study. Cases had been diagnosed based on the clinical presentation and relevant investigations. Results: Most common age group affected was 31-40 years (34.84%). Balanoposthitis was most common STI in (37.98%) followed by cervicovaginal discharge (30.07%), herpes genitalis (18.65%), molluscum contagiosum (8.26%), condylomata acuminata (1.43%), chancroid (1.43%), genital scabies (1.03%), syphilis (0.63%), urethral discharge (0.48%) and granuloma inguinale (0.11%). About 2.37% cases were human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive. Herpes genitalis (46.29%) was the most common STIs in HIV positive patients. Venereal disease research laboratory (VDRL) test was reactive in 0.63% patients. Conclusions: Study concluded that bacterial STIs like syphilis (0.63%), chancroid (1.43%) and granuloma inguinale (0.11%) were less common then viral STIs. The infection rate of syphilis and chancroid has increase dramatically in recent years. Viral STIs were more likely to be associated with HIV than bacterial infections. Balanoposthitis, cervicovaginal discharge and herpes genitalis constitute the major burden of STIs clinic.
Key words: sexually transmitted infections, viral, bacterial, HIV
Editorial
Authors: Alabdulwahhab Khalid
Published: October 2022

From Editor’s Desk…

Since May 2022, more than 60,000 cases of MPX have been reported in places where it has never been seen before, like the United States (US) and Europe, among people who have never been to an area where it is common. Monkeypox is mostly reported in Central and West Africa, but cases have been reported in high-income countries due to travel and exotic pet trade.

At this time, cases are being reported all over the world. There is a lack of clarity regarding the transmission, risk factors, clinical presentation, and outcomes of the infection.It is considered that the MPXV virus can only transmit when it comes into touch with bodily fluids, droplets from the lungs, or lesions. The MPXV virus can also be passed between people through sexual contact. In order to prevent the virus from spreading further, it is essential to understand how it does so.

According to a report published by the CDC, monkeypox could continue to spread indefinitely in the United States at a low level and it is extremely improbable that monkeypox will be eradicated from the United States in the near future. However, there has been an increase in the number of vaccines that are available, and people are becoming more knowledgeable about how to protect themselves against infection. This has led to a slowdown of the outbreak.

Dr. Khaid Mohammed Alabdulwahhab
Editor in Chief
Pilot Testing of the Arabic Version of Cognitive and Affective Variable and Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A) Scales
Authors: Bajamal Eman , Robbins Lorraine
Published: October 2022

Background and Aims: Inadequate physical activity (PA) among Arabic-speaking female adolescents is a major health concern, yet psychometrically sound instruments are lacking to assess their physical activity and perceptions related to the behavior. The aim of this cross-section study was to translate; culturally adapt; and evaluate face and content validity, internal consistency and test-retest reliability of the Physical Activity Questionnaire for Adolescents (PAQ-A) and scales assessing psychosocial factors related PA for use with Arabic-speaking female adolescents.

Methods: A total of 31 Saudi female adolescents, 13-18 years of age, enrolled in 7th-12th grade in intermediate (54.7%) and high (45.1%) schools in Saudi Arabia participated in the study. They were asked to complete the surveys focusing on their demographic information, PA and perceived barriers to PA, self-efficacy, PA enjoyment, social support for PA and commitment to PA. The psychometric properties of the scales, including face validity (6 Saudi female adolescents), content validity (5 bilingual experts in the field), and internal consistency/test-retest reliability (25 Saudi female adolescents) were evaluated.

Results: The PAQ-A and PA perceptions scales had interrater reliability coefficients ranging from .75-1.00, which reflects acceptable content validity. Also, all scales had good test-retest reliability with the intraclass correlation coefficients ranging from .84 -.96. Internal consistency was acceptable with Cronbach’s α ranging from .84-.90.

Conclusions: The PAQ-A and PA perceptions scales were found to be reliable and valid tools to use with Arabic-speaking female adolescents.
Systematic Guidelines for Medical Education Program Accreditation in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Khan Abdul , Cancino Edwin
Published: October 2022

The accreditation either from national or international accrediting authority has always been a stressful process for medical schools particularly in preparing self-study report as this is not within the scope of medical practice. Moreover, literatures that provide guidance to medical schools and offer explanations and recommendations regarding the effective preparation of accreditation report are hard to find. In order to facilitate the process, mitigate the stress, and assist medical schools in a tiring process these twelve tips have been developed by the authors based on their extensive experiences in self-study process and program review. This focuses on providing guidance on accreditation processes and meeting the needs of accrediting authorities. We devised a methodical approach to assisting medical schools in obtaining accreditation from the local accreditation authority. Nonetheless, it is not a straightforward task, and it requires continuous efforts to first ascertain a good quality management system in the institute then initiate a plan for an accreditation. Thus, we write the guidelines, especially for those medical schools where they just kick off a plan to go an accreditation from either national or an international accreditation authority. These 12 tips are helpful in starting the plan and completing the method step-by-step without hurdles. The scope of this resource is within the framework of completion of self-study process, actionable improvement plans, and program effectiveness and governance structures. The example timeline will also assist you in following all tasks gradually.
Clinical empathy among medical students at Al-Imam University, Saudi Arabia, by using the Jefferson Scale of Empathy
Authors: Mahfoz Turki
Published: October 2022

Background and Aims: Clinical empathy is an integral part of medical education and an essential aspect of humanity. This study aimed to evaluate clinical empathy among medical students in a medical school in Saudi Arabia and point out the associated factors to empathy.

Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out among medical students at Al-Imam University from February 2022 to March 2022. The questionnaire included information on the age and gender and questions regarding the participants’ GPA, year of study, and the specialty they aimed to pursue, in addition to Jefferson’s Scale of Empathy. The data was analyzed in SPSS 24, and descriptive statistics were presented with means, standard deviations, frequencies, and percentages. The student’s t-test was used for independent group analysis, and ANOVA was conducted for multiple group analysis.

Results: Significant differences were found in terms of gender, where females scored higher on the empathy scale. Those with the highest and lowest GPA scored highest on the empathy scale. Medical students in their first and fourth years of education had the highest levels of empathy, and those who chose a non-family medical field showed higher scores on the empathy scale.

Conclusions: Significant differences were found in gender, GPA, year of education, and specialty choice. Future studies should evaluate the socio-demographic background of the participants and their voluntary choice of medicine for a better understanding of the associated factors.
Awareness of autoimmune diseases among Saudis residing in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alrashidi Hanan
Published: October 2022

Background and Aims: Autoimmune diseases (ADs) are a state where the immune system starts to attack body self-antigens. The prevalence of autoimmune diseases (ADs) is increasing globally. However, the awareness concerning these diseases is still understudied. The present study aims to assess the awareness level and explore sources of information related to ADs among Saudis living in the Western region of Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 701 participants that collected data related to socio-demographics, awareness level (good vs. limited), and sources of information. The data were collected using online questionnaire that was distributed via multiple social media applications.

Results: A total of 373 male and 329 female respondents participated in the study. Only 10.1% (n= 71) had good knowledge about ADs, while the majority of participants had very limited knowledge concerning these diseases.

Conclusions: Level of knowledge and awareness about ADs were low among Saudi western region community. The most frequent source of information was social media. This weakness of awareness may have a great impact on human life quality standardization. Therefore, these results can alert the concerned authorities such as the Ministry of Health about this weakness, especially for the ADs patients, which this knowledge can impact some treatment programs.
Prevalence and Severity of Imposter Syndrome among Surgical and Medical Residents in Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Almatrafi Mohammad , Albarakati Abdulaziz , Alsulami Ethar , Saleh Raghad , Alharbi Malek , Shatla Mokhtar
Published: October 2022

Background and Aims: Imposter syndrome (IS) is defined by a persistent feeling of self-doubt combined with fear of being exposed as a fraud, despite objective measures of success, which threatens mental health and well-being. The prevalence and severity of IS have not been studied among surgical and medical residents on a large scale. Therefore, the primary objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and severity of IS among surgical and medical residents in Makkah hospitals, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study was performed by using the Clance Imposter Phenomenon Scale (CIPS) on surgical and medical residents in Makkah hospitals. A total of 207 residents were collected by using an online version. The obtained data were statistically analyzed using SPSS version 24.

Results: 207 residents fulfilling the inclusion criteria completed the study questionnaire. Only 3.9% of residents had a low level of imposter characteristics, 45.9% had a moderate level, 47.3% had a high level, while 2.9% had intense imposter feelings. In addition, high to intense imposter feelings were detected among 54.4% female residents compared to 42.3% of males. Surgical residents and residents in their first years of residency showed insignificantly higher imposter feelings than others (51%, 61.5% for R2 residents; P> 0.05 for all). All other factors were insignificantly affecting the resident’s imposter syndrome score.

Conclusions: Imposter syndrome is prevalent among surgical and medical residents and was significantly higher in females than males in Makkah city hospitals, Saudi Arabia.