bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bringing team science to the ambulatory diagnostic process: how do patients and clinicians develop shared mental models?
Authors: Samost-Williams Aubrey , Thomas Eric J. , Lounsbury Olivia , Tannenbaum Scott I. , Salas Eduardo , Bell Sigall K.
Published: October 2024

The ambulatory diagnostic process is potentially complex, resulting in faulty communication, lost information, and a lack of team coordination. Patients and families have a unique position in the ambulatory diagnostic team, holding privileged information about their clinical conditions and serving as the connecting thread across multiple healthcare encounters. While experts advocate for engaging patients as diagnostic team members, operationalizing patient engagement has been challenging. The team science literature links improved team performance with shared mental models, a concept reflecting the team’s commonly held knowledge about the tasks to be done and the expertise of each team member. Despite their proven potential to improve team performance and outcomes in other settings, shared mental models remain underexplored in healthcare. In this manuscript, we review the literature on shared mental models, applying that knowledge to the ambulatory diagnostic process. We consider the role of patients in the diagnostic team and adapt the five-factor model of shared mental models to develop a framework for patient-clinician diagnostic shared mental models. We conclude with research priorities. Development, maintenance, and use of shared mental models of the diagnostic process amongst patients, families, and clinicians may increase patient/family engagement, improve diagnostic team performance, and promote diagnostic safety.
When do Entrepreneur Sellers Have to Earn Their Exit?
Authors: Garofolo Andrew , Cox Kevin , Sproul Curtis
Published: October 2024

Entrepreneurial exits can come with various conditions attached. This study investigates the use of earnouts in small business acquisitions, particularly with entrepreneurial firms where uncertainty and valuation challenges are prevalent. Through a comprehensive analysis of 6,184 firms between 2013 and 2019, we explore the factors influencing the likelihood of earnout inclusion, such as sell price, firm leverage, firm age, employment agreements, and noncompete clauses. Employing a Logit model and a treatment effects model, our research reveals which entrepreneurial firms have to earn their exit versus those that do not have to earn their acquisition price. The findings not only enhance our theoretical understanding of earnouts but also provide practical insights for structuring small business acquisition transactions that align buyer and seller interests, mitigate risks, and facilitate smoother post-acquisition integration.
Waist-height ratio highlights detrimental risk for olanzapine associated weight gain earlier than body mass index
Authors: Badamasi Ibrahim Mohammed , Tajudeen Abiola , Owolabi Shakirat D. , Ojeahere Margaret I. , Yusuf Asuku A. , Sirajo Mujittapha U. , Gudaji Mustapha I.
Published: October 2024

Objective

The objective of the current study was to compare the level of sensitivity of body mass index (BMI) or waist-height ratio (WHtR) in identifying physically determinable adiposity levels that are considered to be landmarks for commencing intervention to prevent more sinister cardio-metabolic risks among schizophrenia patients receiving olanzapine.

Methods

The study was a descriptive crossectional one among patients with schizophrenia recieving olanzapine and healthy volunteers as controls. Key measurement of anthropological parameters were compared between the population.

Results

Our findings revealed significantly higher rates of abnormal body mass index (BMI) (X2=17.06, p=0.000036; OR=4.58, CI=2.16–9.74) and abnormal waist-height ratio (WHtR) (X2=35.57, p=2.46E-9; OR=6.37, CI=3.39–12.00) among the schizophrenia patients compared to the healthy volunteers. Notably, BMI identified 43.3 % of the schizophrenia patients as having concerning weight changes, whereas WHtR identified 64.7 %, indicating that WHtR is a more sensitive measure. This discrepancy means that an additional 21.4 % of schizophrenia patients would benefit from weight management guidance based on WHtR rather than BMI.

Conclusion

Our results underscore the critical importance of WHtR in assessing adiposity among schizophrenia patients treated with olanzapine, highlighting its value as a tool for monitoring and managing cardiometabolic risks in this population.
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward infection control precautions among nurses in Palestinian hospitals
Authors: Ayed Ahmad , Malak Malakeh Z. , Ayed Manwa , Allayed Riyad , Shouli Mustafa
Published: October 2024

Objectives

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are common complications in healthcare services, often caused by unsystematic antibiotic use. Despite advancements in medical care and technologies, the burden of HAIs continues to increase globally. Thus, this study purposed to evaluate the levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward infection control precautions among nurses in Palestinian hospitals and identify the predictors of practices of infection control precautions.

Methods

A cross‑sectional study was conducted on 285 nurses who work at Palestinian hospitals in the West Bank. A self-reported questionnaire was used to collect data during the period from November 2022 to January 2023.

Results

The results revealed that 95.8 % of the participants endorsed good knowledge levels, 83.5 % reported positive attitude levels, and 91.2 % endorsed good practice levels toward infection control precautions. Also, gender as being female, attending a training program on infection control, and having good knowledge of infection control precautions were the main factors influencing practices of infection control precautions.

Conclusions

It is necessary to maintain nurses’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward infection control precautions by continuously conducting training workshops about infection control updating knowledge, and enhancing the work environment by implementing infection control policies and guidelines and providing sufficient resources and equipment to ensure safe practices.
The crystal structure of [triaqua-(8-carboxymethoxy-quinoline-2-carboxylato-κ
3
N,O,O)copper(II)]monohydrate, C12H15NO9Cu
Authors: Xi-Shi Tai , Xi-Hai Yan , Bo Zhao , Peng-Cheng Fan
Published: October 2024

C12H15NO9Cu, triclinic, P1̄ (no. 2), a = 7.3596(3) Å, b = 8.1735(2) Å, c = 12.0982(4) Å, α = 85.754(3)°, β = 80.318(3)°, γ = 84.852(2)°, V = 702.61(5) Å3, Z = 2, R

gt
(F) = 0.0494, wR

ref
(F
2) = 0.1463, T = 298 K.
Imaging of microcrack propagation in 3D nanostructures applying laboratory nano-XCT
Authors: Zschech E. , Kutukova K.
Published: October 2024

Laboratory X-ray microscopy and nano X-ray computed tomography (nano-XCT) have the unique capability to combine sub-100nm resolution and high object penetration. Therefore, these are appropriate non-destructive inspection techniques for the detection of flaws with a size of 100 nm and below in opaque objects and bulk materials. Another advantage of X-ray microscopy – as opposed to destructive failure analysis methods – is that kinetic processes such as microcrack evolution can be imaged. The unique combination of micromechanics and high-resolution 3D imaging allows to study degradation and failure mechanisms in opaque 3D nanopatterned structures, and it allows to provide essential information for fracture mechanics in small dimensions. The high-resolution in-situ/operando imaging of microcrack propagation in microelectronic products and in battery electrodes is demonstrated.
Specimen preparation for atom probe tomography
Authors: Felfer P. , Ott B. , Vorlaufer N.
Published: October 2024

In the past 20 years or so, atom probe tomography has gone from a niche technique in physical metallurgy to a well-established method in many parts of materials science and beyond. This is owing to the improvement in both instrumentation and specimen preparation. Given the availability of instruments, successful specimen preparation is often the bottleneck in atom probe projects. In this article, the authors want to give an overview of the types of preparation techniques that are available and which challenges they pose. This includes basic electropolishing, which was dominant until the introduction of focused ion beam-based preparation some 25 years ago. Nowadays, focused ion beam-based preparation methods possibly represent the largest share, as they allow for site-specific specimen preparation, non-conductive specimens and often a higher throughput. They are continuously improved, i. e., through higher current plasma ion columns, cryo preparation for sensitive materials and room temperature liquids and ‘additive’ techniques for nanomaterials. This steadily increases the types of materials that can be analyzed using atom probe tomography.
SİYASAL DÜŞÜNCEDE SÖZ’ÜN GÜCÜ: İSA, PAULUS VE AUGUSTİNUS'TA HRİSTİYAN LOGOSUNUN SEYRİ
Authors: Ateş Burç Safiye
Published: October 2024

Düzeni, düşünceyi ve yaratıcıyla insan arasındaki bağı kuran Tanrının Sözü (logos), Hristiyan siyasal düşüncesinin beslendiği en güçlü kaynaktır. Hatta bu düşünceyi özgünleştiren temel unsurdur. Hristiyan logosunun düzen kurucu ve yaratıcı söze denk düştüğü ve Hristiyan siyasal düşüncesini özgünleştirdiği tezini tartışmak üzere kaleme alınan bu makale, siyaset bilimi (siyaset felsefesi) ve din felsefesinin kuramsal perspektiflerini biraraya getirmektedir. Kitab-ı Mukaddes’in (Tevrat, Zebur, İncil ve Aziz Pavlus’un Mektupları) ve kilise babalarının orijinal eserlerinin veri olarak kullanıldığı makalede Hristiyan logosunun dolaşımı İsa, Paulus ve Augustinus’un düşünsel pratikleri çerçevesinde irdelenmiştir. Böylece hem Grek logosundan Hristiyan logosuna geçişe hem de Söz’ün Hristiyan düşüncesindeki seyrine dair eleştirel bir okuma denemesi yapılmıştır. Yunan felsefesi ve Yahudi tektanrıcılığı karşılaştırması da yöntemsel olarak, söz konusu siyasal düşünceyi derinleştirmek üzere kullanılmıştır.
Italy's empty hillforts: reassessing urban-centric biases through combined non-invasive prospection methods on a Samnite site (fourth–third centuries BC)
Authors: Fontana Giacomo , de Neef Wieke
Published: October 2024

During the second half of the first millennium BC, hundreds of hillforts dotted the central Italian Apennines. Often interpreted as ‘proto-towns’, the authors present results of investigations at Monte Santa Croce-Cognolo that challenge this idea. Previous studies identified a small area (<1ha) of occupation and suggested that habitation extended across the whole 18ha site. Combining geophysical and pedestrian survey with remotely sensed data, and local ethnographic accounts, the authors detect little evidence for permanent habitation and instead argue for activities connected with animal husbandry. The results challenge urban-centric interpretations by demonstrating the coexistence of monumental but uninhabited hillforts and urban sites—usually seen across the Mediterranean and Europe.
Peripheral CaV2.2 Channels in the Skin Regulate Prolonged Heat Hypersensitivity during Neuroinflammation
Authors: Salib Anne-Mary N. , Crane Meredith J. , Jamieson Amanda M. , Lipscombe Diane
Published: October 2024

Neuroinflammation can lead to chronic maladaptive pain affecting millions of people worldwide. Neurotransmitters, cytokines, and ion channels are implicated in neuroimmune cell signaling, but their roles in specific behavioral responses are not fully elucidated. Voltage-gated CaV2.2 channel activity in skin controls rapid and transient heat hypersensitivity induced by intradermal (i.d.) capsaicin via IL-1ɑ cytokine signaling. CaV2.2 channels are not, however, involved in mechanical hypersensitivity that developed in the i.d. capsaicin animal model. Here, we show that CaV2.2 channels are also critical for heat hypersensitivity induced by i.d. complete Freund adjuvant (CFA). i.d. CFA, a model of chronic neuroinflammation, involves ongoing cytokine signaling for days leading to pronounced edema and hypersensitivity to sensory stimuli. Peripheral CaV2.2 channel activity in the skin was required for the full development and week-long time course of heat hypersensitivity induced by i.d. CFA, but paw edema and mechanical hypersensitivity were independent of CaV2.2 channel activity. CFA induced increases in several cytokines in hindpaw fluid including IL-6 which was also dependent on CaV2.2 channel activity. Using IL-6–specific neutralizing antibodies in vivo, we show that IL-6 contributes to heat hypersensitivity and that neutralizing both IL-1ɑ and IL-6 was even more effective at reducing the magnitude and duration of CFA-induced heat hypersensitivity. Our findings demonstrate a functional link between CaV2.2 channel activity and the release of IL-6 in the skin and show that CaV2.2 channels have a privileged role in the induction and maintenance of heat hypersensitivity during chronic forms of neuroinflammation in the skin.
MoS2-CZTS: a 2D-3D nanocomposite to enhance the photocatalytic performance in degradation of methylene blue dye
Authors:   Dept. of Physics, Kharagpur College, Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur, India, 721305, Mondal R. N. , Saha S. ,   Dept. of Physics, Vidyasagar University, Midnapore, Paschim Medinipur, India, 721102
Published: October 2024

Cu2ZnSnS4 nanocrystals (CZTS NCs), MoS2 nanosheet (NS) and MoS2-CZTS nanocomposite (NC) have been synthesized using solvothermal route. Structural characterization of samples have been done by XRD, Raman spectroscopy, HR-TEM. Samples have optically characterized by UV-Vis absorption, photoluminescence (PL) and time co-related single photon counting (TCSPC) study. The XRD, HR-TEM and Raman spectroscopy established tetragonal kesterite phase for both CZTS NCs and MoS2-CZTS NC. Enhancement of efficiency of CZTS NCs to degrade methylene blue (MB) dye, illuminated by visible light, have been observed by loading 1 wt.% MoS2 NS and found to be ~100% in only 15 minutes. This is due to efficent transfer of charge carriers at p-CZTS and n-MoS2 heterojunction interface, confirmed by quenching of PL intensity and decrease in average lifetime of carriers.
Analysis of structural, mechanical, and magnetic properties of electroplated NiAg thin films synthesized at different deposition time
Authors:   Department of Physics, Sasurie College of Engineering, Tirupur– 638 056, Tamil Nadu, India, Jeena Rajathy I. , Kannan R. ,   Department of Basic Engineering - Physics, Sakthi Polytechnic College, Sakthinagar, Erode -638315, Tamil Nadu, India, Senthil T. S. ,   Department of Physics, Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Erode – 638057, Tamil Nadu, India, Shobhana E. ,   Department of Physics, Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore 641 049, Tamil Nadu, India
Published: October 2024

By changing the electroplating deposition duration, such as 15, 30, 45, and 60 minutes, the NiAg thin films have been synthesised by electrodeposition on copper substrate at a uniform current density of 1 A/dm2 . The NiAg thin films were adhered to the substrate at a consistent electrolytic solution temperature of 30°C, and the created electrolyte's pH was maintained within a range of 7 to 8. EDAX, XRD, and SEM techniques have all been used to investigate the structural investigation of electrodeposited NiAg thin films. The FCC crystal structure can be seen by the X-ray diffraction analysis pattern, which indicates that the average crystalline size of the NiAg-coated thin films was between 31 and 64 nm.Images of coated thin films taken with a scanning electron microscope show that, even with longer deposition times, the surface morphology of electrodeposited NiAg thin films is consistent. The Vibrating Sample Magnetometer (VSM) examination was used to investigate the magnetic characteristics. With a greater saturation magnetization of 7.6930 × E-3 emu/cm3 and a lower coercivity of 92 Oe, the NiAg film deposited at 15 minutes shows a better soft magnetic nature. According to the electrochemical analyses of plated NiAg thin films, the NiAg film coated at the 60 -minute deposition period showed the lowest corrosion rate, measuring 0.047286 mm/year with a polarization resistance of 3900.9 Ω. NiAg thin films' mechanical and magnetic characteristics make them suitable to produce MEMS and NEMS based devices.
Explorando actitudes lingüísticas implícitas e explícitas: o caso galego
Authors: Iglesias Álvarez Ana María , Álvarez-Mosquera Pedro , Marín-Gutiérrez Alejandro
Published: October 2024

Na investigación que presentamos neste artigo utilizamos por primeira vez en Galicia como instrumento de medición un Test de Actitudes Implícitas (TAI), aplicado a dúas variedades lingüísticas: o galego tradicional e o español de Galicia. Co fin de contrastar en que medida as actitudes implícitas coinciden co nivel explícito, acudimos á triangulación metodolóxica e, nunha segunda fase, levamos a cabo catro entrevistas semidirixidas e un grupo de discusión, con seis participantes, escollidos en función do nesgo obtido no TAI. Os resultados indican que as actitudes implícitas son menos homoxéneas que as explícitas e que, en consecuencia, as linguas en Galicia continúan a presentar un claro valor indexical. Ademais, as variables que correlacionan significativamente co nesgo do TAI son case todas de tipo lingüístico, destacando a lingua familiar e a lingua usada en diferentes contextos da vida cotiá. Isto permítenos confirmar a relación existente entre as actitudes cara ás linguas e o uso lingüístico. No nivel explícito, o discurso revélase bastante homoxéneo, favorable en xeral ao galego, pero pouco elaborado. Porén, si detectamos o mantemento de certos prexuízos entre os castelanfalantes, prexuízos que os galegofalantes non son quen de desmontar, situándose no mesmo marco que aqueles establecen.
Restricciones léxicas sobre la informatividad de la construcción
Authors: Batiukova Olga
Published: October 2024

En este trabajo se analiza el papel que juegan la semántica léxica y los mecanismos composicionales en la determinación de la informatividad a nivel de sintagmas y oraciones. Para ilustrarlo, nos centramos en el contraste que presentan ciertas construcciones predicativas y modificativas, por ejemplo, construir una casa - ??una casa construida. Para dar cuenta de la inaceptabilidad que presenta el segundo miembro de este par de expresiones, proponemos un enfoque basado en la estructura de qualia del núcleo nominal y la manera en la que el participio liga uno de sus valores. En concreto, formulamos una restricción general sobre la informatividad de las estructuras modificativas con participio, según la cual el modificador no puede referirse a los valores de qualia tal y como están codificados por defecto en la entrada léxica del nombre. A partir de esta restricción, derivamos una serie de predicciones específicas que afectan a diferentes grupos de verbos y sustantivos. Confirmamos la validez de dichas predicciones a partir del estudio de las propiedades distribucionales de las expresiones  en datos de corpus.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ СУПЕРЭКСПОНЕНЦИАЛЬНОГО РОСТА СРЕДНЕГО ПОТОКА ЧАСТИЦ МЕТОДОМ МОНТЕ-КАРЛО
Authors: ЛОТОВА Г.З. , МИХАЙЛОВ Г.А.
Published: October 2024

На решении тестовой задачи для односкоростного процесса переноса частиц с изотропным рассеянием и размножением в стохастической среде проводится сравнительный анализ двух алгоритмов оценки взвешенного среднего потока частиц: по частицам и по столкновениям. Показано, что первый из них предпочтительнее для простой оценки среднего потока, а второй - для оценки параметров возможного суперэкспоненциального роста потока. Рассматриваются две модели случайной среды: хаотическая «мозаика Вороного» и сферически «слоистая мозаика». При одинаковом среднем корреляционном радиусе для слоистой мозаики суперэкспоненциальный рост оказался более сильным.

A comparative analysis of two algorithms for estimation of weighted mean particle flux - «by particles» and «by collisions» - is made on the basis of test problem solving for a single-speed particle propagation process with scattering and multiplication in a random medium. It is shown that the first algorithm is preferable for a simple estimation of the mean flux and the second one, for estimation of the parameters of a possible superexponential flux growth. Two models of the random medium are considered: a chaotic «Voronoi mosaic» and «a spherically layered mosaic». For a fixed mean correlation radius, the superexponential growth has been stronger for the layered mosaic.
МЕТОД УТОЧНЕНИЯ СУММЫ В ИТЕРАЦИОННОЙ СХЕМЕ, АДАПТИРОВАННОЙ ДЛЯ ЛИНЕЙНОЙ СИСТЕМЫ ИНТЕГРАЛЬНЫХ УРАВНЕНИЙ, ДЛЯ ПРИБЛИЖЕНИЯ РЕШЕНИЯ ИНТЕГРАЛЬНОГО УРАВНЕНИЯ ФРЕДГОЛЬМА
Authors: МАХСИН М.Г. , ХЕЛЛАФ А. , ЛЕМИТА С. , АИССАОУИ М.З.
Published: October 2024

Используя теорему о геометрических рядах, мы преобразуем линейное интегральное уравнение Фредгольма второго рода, определенное на большом интервале, в эквивалентную линейную систему интегральных уравнений Фредгольма второго рода. Затем мы уточняем, как исследуемая обобщенная итерационная схема аппроксимирует искомое решение. Не обращая ограниченный линейный оператор, а вместо этого вычисляя усеченную геометрическую сумму связанной с ним последовательности ограниченных линейных операторов, мы замечаем, что наш подход обеспечивает лучшую эффективность с точки зрения времени вычислений и наличия ошибок.

Based on the use of the geometric series theorem, we transform a linear Fredholm integral equation of the second kind defined on a large interval into an equivalent linear system of Fredholm integral equations of the second kind; then, we inflict a refinement in the way the investigated generalised iterative scheme approximates the sought-after solution. By avoiding to inverse a bounded linear operator, and computing a truncated geometric sum of the former's associated sequence of bounded linear operators instead, we notice that our approach furnishes a better performance in terms of computational time and error efficiency.
РЕШЕНИЕ ОБРАТНОЙ ГРАНИЧНОЙ ЗАДАЧИ ТЕПЛООБМЕНА ДЛЯ ПОЛОГО ЦИЛИНДРА
Authors: СИДИКОВА А.И. , СУШКОВ А.С.
Published: October 2024

В статье решается задача об определении температуры на внутренней стенке полого цилиндра. При помощи преобразования Фурье по времени задача сведена к обыкновенному дифференциальному уравнению, с помощью которого был найден Фурье-образ точного решения искомой обратной граничной задачи. Для применения преобразования Фурье по времени искомое решение было умножено на e-t и сведено к двум некорректным задачам. В работе рассмотрен метод проекционной регуляризации, позволяющий получить устойчивое решение задачи, а также получена точная по порядку оценка погрешности приближенного решения.

The article solves the problem of determining the temperature on the inner wall of a hollow cylinder. Using a time Fourier transform, the problem is reduced to an ordinary differential equation, with the help of which the Fourier transform of an exact solution of the inverse boundary value problem is found. A projection regularization method is considered, which makes it possible to obtain a stable solution to the problem and an accurate in order of magnitude estimate of the error of the approximate solution. Since high accuracy requirements are imposed on solutions of such problems in numerical calculations, an algorithm is developed to improve the accuracy and reliability of processing the results of thermal test data. To check the performance of the algorithm, test calculations are carried out.
ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕ СХЕМЫ ЛАКСА-ФРИДРИХСА С МАЛОЙ ДИССИПАЦИЕЙ ДЛЯ МОДЕЛИРОВАНИЯ РЕЛЯТИВИСТСКИХ ТЕЧЕНИЙ ГАЗА
Authors: КУЛИКОВ И.М. , КАРАВАЕВ Д.А.
Published: October 2024

Схема Лакса-Фридрихса традиционно является альтернативой схеме Годунова, так как не требует решения задачи Римана. Использование в случае уравнений специальной релятивистской гидродинамики в схемах Рое, Русанова и в семействе схем Хартена-Лакса-Ван Леера естественного ограничения скорости распространения волн скоростью света приводит нас к конструкции, эквивалентной схеме Лакса-Фридрихса. Важнейшим свойством схемы является ее абсолютная робастность, компенсируемая повышенной диссипативностью. В работе мы предлагаем использовать кусочно-параболическую реконструкцию физических переменных, что позволяет получить простую абсолютно робастную схему высокого порядка точности на гладких решениях и с малой диссипацией на разрывах. Верификации на специальном наборе тестов и на задаче об эволюции релятивистской струи подтверждают такие свойства построенной схемы.

The Lax-Friedrichs scheme is traditionally considered an alternative to the Godunov scheme, since it does not require solving the Riemann problem. In the equations of special relativistic hydrodynamics, the speed of light is a natural limitation of the wave propagation speed. The use of such an upper estimate of the slopes of characteristics in the schemes of Roe, the Rusanov type, or the Harten-Lax-Van Leer family leads to a construction equivalent to the Lax-Friedrichs scheme. Due to the absolute robustness of the scheme, a number of software implementations have been developed on its basis for modeling relativistic gas flows. In this paper, we propose a piecewise parabolic reconstruction of the physical variables to reduce dissipation of the numerical method. The use of such a reconstruction in the Lax-Friedrichs scheme allows us to obtain an absolutely robust simple scheme of high-order accuracy on smooth solutions and with small dissipation at the discontinuities. The computational experiments carried out in the article confirm these properties of the scheme.
Enfermedad renal crónica por glomeruloesclerosis focal y segmentaria asociada a VIH en adolescente
Authors: Arellan-Bravo Luis , Contreras Tovar Angie Romina , Zevallos Guerra Valeria Evita , Vera-Gonzales Gianella D. , Hurtado-Alegre Jorge Luis
Published: October 2024

Las enfermedades glomerulares más frecuentes asociadas al síndrome nefrótico (SN) en adultos son la glomerulonefritis membranosa (GM) y la glomeruloesclerosis focal y segmentaria (GEFS), relacionada a VIH e infrecuente en adolescentes. Nuestro objetivo es describir un caso de GEFS asociado a VIH además de la coexistencia de amiloidosis y evidenciar su mejoría con el tratamiento terapia antirretroviral de gran actividad (TARGA). Adolescente femenina de 14 años ingresa a emergencia por un tiempo de enfermedad de una semana tras presentar oliguria y anasarca; al mes reingresa por exacerbación del cuadro edematoso, se le diagnosticó artritis reumatoidea juvenil (ARJ). Se realizó biopsia renal y exámenes de secundarismos siendo positiva a VIH. En conclusión, es inusual encontrar esta glomerulopatía en una adolescente, por ello es necesario considerar inicialmente la presencia de secundarismos en adolescentes, evidenciando la mejoría de la GEFS asociada a infección de VIH con un tratamiento TARGA.
Correlation regression analysis of serf estates of Lithuania in Šiauliai economy from the end of the 18th cent. to the 1st thirty of the 19th century
Authors: Pamerneckis Stasys
Published: October 2024

Formalysed statistical analysis permitted to conclude agricultural and extensive character of the production in the Šiauliai economy.The richest peasant farms had more possibilities to include in the market production - showed analysis of the historical record office materials.The results of this research confirm too, that the level of feudal rent in the end of 18th c. depended on the general economical level of Lithuanian corvee-peasant farms.
The riflemen union in the Independence war
Authors: Jurevičiūtė Aušra , Veilentienė Audronė
Published: October 2024

The Riflemen Union (RU) of Lithuania was established on the initiative expressed by the Military Intelligence of the Ministry of National Defence and Lithuanian intelligentsia. The purpose of the organization was to consolidate society for a struggle against the enemies of Lithuania. During the war against the Bolsheviks, guerrilla detachments began to appear which, however, had to be united, armed, and employed expediently for the fight against the fighters of General Bermont-Avalov and the approaching soldiers of Poland. The RU of Lithuania became the uniting force of the fight detachments to banish the Bermont soldiers out of Lithuania.
The Riflemen took the city of Šiauliai and kept it until their own forces had arrived. It was the most successful operation of RU. During the fights against the soldiers of Bermont, the Union performed according to guerrilla tactics. They were involved in around 100 armed conflicts.
The fighters of Russian General Bermont-Avalov had not yet been banished when the Polish soldiers started robbing the local population on the Lithuania-Poland border. The newly created RU units performed the task of defending the local inhabitants. When the war broke out with Poland, RU established four field headquarters to coordinate RU activities at the front as well as in the rear. There were Riflemen from the small town of Perloja in the Union who distinguished themselves particularly in many actions by beating off the Polish attacks in various parts of South-East Lithuania.
Unfortunately, in the tightest point of the struggle, disagreements between the Ministry of National Defence and RU emerged, which were adjusted by applying appropriate laws. Despite the denial of the need for RU and their patriotism expressed by most of the officers, the members of the constituent Seimas acknowledged the merits of RU in the struggle for independence. After the fights with Poles were finished, a neutral zone was appointed to be guarded exclusively by RU, led by officers—regional instructors.
For their participation in the fights for independence, members of RU and volunteer creators of the Army were granted the privilege to acquire land on favorable terms.
Examining Permanent Contraception for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults With Intellectual Developmental Disorder: Ethical, Legal, and Medical Considerations: Clinical Report
Authors: Geis Gina M. , Saunders Barbara S. , Hillard Paula ,   COMMITTEE ON BIOETHICS, Laventhal Naomi Tricot , Geis Gina Marie , Loeff Deborah Susan , Michelson Kelly N. , Ott Mary , Elster Nanette , Diekema Douglas S. , Arora Kavita , McGee Maria , Emanuel Anjie ,   COUNCIL ON CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, Noritz Garey , Agrawal Rishi , Bell Deanna S. , Foster Jessica E. A. , Fremion Ellen , Frierson Sheryl , Melicosta Michelle , Saunders Barbara S. , Srivastava Siddharth , Vargus-Adams Jilda , Zuckerman Katharine E. , Kuo Dennis Z. , Brosco Jeff , Walton Jennifer , Sadof Matthew , Ware Allysa , Yeargin-Allsopp Marshalyn , Kuznetsov Alexandra
Published: October 2024

There have been significant advances in the medical and surgical options available for contraception and management of menses for individuals, including those with intellectual developmental disorder. This new statement frames the ethical, legal, and medical issues of permanent contraception in children, adolescents, and young adults with intellectual developmental disorder, emphasizing the importance of utilizing long-acting reversible and minimally invasive treatments, whenever possible. The historical use and abuse of permanent contraception is briefly reviewed, providing the foundation for ongoing ethical and legal considerations, including issues of informed consent. The authors then discuss medical decision-making and patient preferences that should be considered and make recommendations to providers who are contemplating permanent contraception therapies in this population.
HCV genotype distribution in Istanbul: A detailed 7 year epidemiological overview and impact of Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Erdin Begüm Nalça , Akkaya Yüksel , İrvem Arzu
Published: October 2024

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a leading cause of chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma worldwide. HCV has 8 genotypes (GT) and 86 subtypes and distribution of GTs varies based on geographical regions, transmission routes and even in cultural groups. The determination of viral genotype is crucial in choosing antiviral treatment, determining the duration of therapy, and monitoring treatment respose. Since 2014, with the usage of direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) in the treatment of HCV infections, a cure rate over 95% could be possible. Epidemiological data are important to combat a chronic HCV infections. Due to its geographical location, Turkey is like a bridge connecting Asia and Europe. Istanbul is the biggest and most crowded city of Turkey and has received immigration from many different countries, especially from Syria, in recent years and immigration still goes on. In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effects in our country. In this study, we determined the HCV genotypes in Health Sciences University Ümraniye Training and Research Hospital, in Istanbul between 2016 and 2022. Of the 322 patients analyzed during this 7-year period, HCV GT1b was the most prevalent GT in 65.2%, followed by GT3 in 15.5%, GT1a in 10.6%. Our data serve as a great mirror for HCV epidemiology in Turkey and contribute to global data.
The effect of different washing methods assisted by ultrasound on the removal of cypermethrin and spirotetramat residues in apples
Authors: Suyabatmaz Arzu Merve , Yakar Yasin
Published: October 2024

The simplest way to remove pesticide residues from fruits and vegetables is to wash them with tap water. However, this method is not effective enough. In this study, the effectiveness of different washing methods assisted by ultrasound on pesticide removal was investigated. For this purpose firstly, apples were soaked in a cypermethrin (CYP) and spirotetramat (SPI) solution, which are frequently used as insecticides. Subsequently, the apples were washed in solutions prepared with vinegar, lemon juice, and baking soda at different concentrations (0.5%, 1% and 2%) and assisted by ultrasound (2.5–5 min). The residues in the medicated and washed samples were analysed on an LC-MS/MS instrument after extraction using the QuEChERS extraction method. The results of the analysis showed that acidic vinegar and lemon juice were more effective than baking soda. Moreover, the application of ultrasound significantly increased this effect. When a 0.5% vinegar solution was assisted by ultrasound, 62% of the cypermethrin residue was removed and 82% of the spirotetramat residue was removed. These values were 51.5% and 49.6% higher than tap water, respectively. In conclusion, acidic solutions such as vinegar, which we can easily prepare at home, are highly effective in removing pesticide residues when assisted by ultrasound.
Fortification of yogurt with cloves extract: Quality characteristics, sensory attributes, and antioxidant evaluation
Authors: O. Aljobair Moneera
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the impact of different concentrations of clove extract (CE: 0%, 0.5%, 1.0%, and 2.0%) on the viscoelasticity, viscosity, syneresis, texture, sensory quality, and antioxidant properties of set yogurt up to 21 days in cold storage. The addition of CE enlarged the total suspended solids (TSS) and mineral contents while reducing whey separation. On the other hand, CE existence dropped the consistency index (k) and elastic modulus (G’) of yogurt gels and further lessening was observed with prolonged storage period. Moreover, the textural firmness remained unaffected whereas gels that are more cohesive were attained with integration of CE. Similarly, total phenolics and free radical scavenging activity increased significantly (p < 0.05) by CE supplementation, and amplified lipid oxidation was observed with increased storage time. Addition of CE lowered the lightness (L*) index and manipulated the organoleptic properties whereas the sample with 1% CE showed improvement in texture and flavor; however, the overall acceptability reduced for samples with higher concentration of CE.
Génesis, evolución y reconocimiento del derecho al agua en Colombia: Una reflexión desde el derecho internacional y el derecho constitucional comparado
Authors: Sierra Pacheco Camilo Andrés , Alcalá Carballo Gabriela Lucía
Published: October 2024

Este artículo analiza la situación del Estado colombiano frente al reconocimiento del agua como un derecho humano, su génesis en el derecho internacional y su desarrollo en el derecho interno mediante la jurisprudencia de la Corte Constitucional de Colombia, tomando como referencia el desarrollo constitucional y legal de otros países de la Comunidad Andina para efectos de verificar el avance o atraso de Colombia en esta materia. Además, se presenta una reflexión alrededor de los problemas más acuciantes que enfrenta el Estado al momento de garantizar el acceso al recurso hídrico, en aras de determinar si el problema se debe a una falta de positivización o a la falta de políticas públicas que efectivamente desarrollen el contenido de este derecho humano, esto es, a una crisis de gobernabilidad del recurso hídrico
Inteligencia Artificial y su intervención en la justicia, ¿una realidad próxima?
Authors: Leon Mazza Renato Sebastiani , Silva Rodriguez Melanie
Published: October 2024

El presente trabajo de investigación está enfocada en el avance de la tecnología, con ello amplia el panorama del ser humano entorno a sus actividades, por ello su implementación gradual será de gran apoyo a los operadores de justicia.
Protección a las víctimas de trata de seres humanos en situaciones de emergencia
Authors: Amaya Ortiz Andrés David , Ayala Redondo Johana Victoria
Published: October 2024

En el presente artículo se analizará la situación de vulnerabilidad por opresión de las víctimas de trata de seres humanos, de manera concreta en la forma como la situación de emergencia sanitaria ocasionada por el COVID-19 ha afectado al goce efectivo de sus medidas de protección. Desde una lógica deductiva se propone un desarrollo temático que aborde el problema planteado desde la práctica jurídica internacional y la dogmática del Derecho. Las víctimas de trata de seres humanos, son objeto de opresión sistemática dada su evidente vulnerabilidad por factores étnicos, sociales y económicos, las medidas de protección implementadas por el Estado pueden verse afectadas por el contexto epidemiológico actual, el cual faculta a los gobiernos expedir medidas excepcionales para la contención de los efectos adversos del COVID-19 y muchas veces se refleja en un ejercicio arbitrario de atribuciones gubernamentales, en cuanto los Derechos Humanos de las personas rescatadas de condiciones de trata.
Dust injection into the plasma sheath near the surface of active asteroids’261
Authors:   Moscow State University, Kuznetsov S. Yu.
Published: October 2024

This article is devoted to the analysis of the dynamics of submicron-sized dust particles near the surface of active asteroids. The Sun plays an important role in the passing of an asteroid near perihelion. In addition to the main role in the sublimation of particles under the action of radiation, the Sun makes a significant contribution to the evolution of the motion of dust particles. Streams of ionized plasma interact with the surface of the asteroid, forming an electrostatic field that allows particles to levitate above the surface.
Early observations of supernova SN 2023ixf in the M101 galaxy
Authors:   Crimean astrophysical observatory RAS, Nazarov S. V.
Published: October 2024

Supernova radiation measurements in the first hours after the explosion is one of the few ways to study such stars and their environment. We report simultaneous multi-frequency observations of a type II supernova (SN 2023ixf) in the M101 galaxy (at a distance of 6.85 ± 0.15 Mpc, beginning approximately 1.4 hours after the explosion. The parent star was a red supergiant with a radius 440 times more than the Sun. The light curves changed quickly, and were overall much dimmer and redder than the models predicted. This probably indicates an optically thick dust shell before its destruction by the shock wave. We believe that the breakthrough of the star’s shell and, possibly, the distribution of surrounding dust were spherically asymmetrical.
Composite electrochemical coatings of Ni-CrB2 from sulfuric acid and sulfamate electrolytes: formation, structure and properties
Authors: Petukhova Polina , Bushueva Evdokiya , Novgorodtseva Oksana
Published: October 2024

Electrodeposited coatings are in demand in many industries: due to the high adhesive strength to the base metal, they can be applied to complex-shaped products, and the thickness of the deposited coating can be controlled. However, standard electrolytic coatings do not always meet the necessary operating requirements. In this case, the formation of composite electrolytic coatings, which consist in the modification of electrolytes by various dispersed particles, becomes an urgent task. These particles are introduced into the electrolyte and deposited together with the precipitate metals, which leads to changes in the coating properties. In this article, the structure, adhesive and corrosion properties of nickel-chromium diboride composite coatings obtained in the electrodeposition process are studied. Precipitation was carried out in sulfuric acid and sulfamate electrolytes with a concentration of dispersed chromium diboride particles of 10-40 g/l. The coatings consist of nickel and CrB2 phases. The adhesive strength of the coating with a steel base is satisfactory; chipping and peeling were not observed. The corrosion resistance of sulfamate electrolyte coatings is higher than that of the coatings obtained from sulfuric acid electrolyte due to the compactness of nickel precipitates. Chromium diboride in the coating provides 1.5-2 times greater corrosion resistance.
O uso do Net Promoter Score para avaliação da Atenção Primária à Saúde: resultados de inquéritos de base populacional
Authors: D’Avila Otávio Pereira , Perrone Luciana Rodrigues , Ribeiro Mauro Cardoso , Pinto Luiz Felipe
Published: October 2024

Resumo O objetivo desse estudo é apresentar os resultados da satisfação dos pacientes a partir do uso do Net Promoter Score (NPS). Trata-se de um estudo transversal realizado com microdados da Pesquisa Nacional por Amostra de Domicílios Contínua de 2022 e que corresponde ao módulo sobre Atenção Primária à Saúde em que a amostra realizada foi de 48.068 responsáveis por crianças menores de 13 anos em todas as unidades da federação. As principais variáveis consideradas foram a nota atribuída ao serviço de saúde no último atendimento no período de 12 meses e o principal motivo para essa pontuação. Observou-se que nenhuma região do país alcançou um resultado definido como Zona de Qualidade (entre 51 e 75), se concentrando numa categoria denominada Zona de Aperfeiçoamento (entre 1 e 50). O melhor desempenho foi na região Sul (+33) e os piores desempenhos nas regiões Nordeste e Sudeste (+27). O NPS pode ser um importante aliado para avaliar de maneira rápida a experiência do paciente nos serviços de atenção primária à saúde no Brasil.
Methodological review of the urban-rural typology in the 2022 Demographic Census
Authors: Souza André Lopes de , Damasco Fernando Souza , Medeiros Gabriel Bias Fortes Pereira da Silva , Garcia Romay Conde
Published: October 2024

Abstract This article deals with the methodological review of the differentiation of urban and rural areas and enumerations areas in the 2022 Demographic Census. As such a methodology is the result of an evolutionary process of understanding the territory, involving a wide range of techniques, instances and scales, our study sought, in a synthetic manner, to rescue the history of this differentiation in Brazilian territorial planning, confronting different objectives and conceptual bases, such as statistical purposes, territorial management, and geographic analyses. Subsequently, the new conceptual framework of the Census Cartography is presented, constructed, for the first time, based on the use of high-resolution orbital images that, supported by fieldwork, brought the census section closer to the space lived and perceived by people. This context gives the initiative an innovative character, which will guide the dissemination of updated data for both urban and rural scenarios, as well as for rural settlements, cities, and towns, an important input necessary to understand the concentration and dispersion of the population throughout the country and their respective modes of life.
Constructivist Online Learning Environment Survey (COLLES): evaluating of hybrid learning in Residency Programs
Authors: Mueller Vanessa , Simas Keith Bullia da Fonseca , Berry Maria Cardoso de Castro , Alecio Gabriela da Silva Crespi , Balejo Rodrigo Dalla Pria , Figueira Desirée Ariane Modos , Costa Rogério Wanderley da , Torres Márcia Regina Cardoso
Published: October 2024

Abstract The research aimed to assess the effectiveness of blended learning in the Medical Residency Programs in Family and Community Medicine and Multiprofessional Residency in Family Health at the SESAU/Fiocruz. A cross-sectional observational study was conducted, utilizing a mixed-methods approach with the Constructivist Online Learning Environment Survey (COLLES) among enrolled residents in the first and second years. The study included 88 residents who showed a high level of agreement regarding the relevance of the programs to their professional practices, highlighting significant challenges in the process. Implementing blended learning emerged as an innovative and effective strategy in Residency Programs, evidencing a positive connection between theory and practice. Despite challenges in interactivity, the results suggest the need for strategies to enhance collaboration among residents, streamlining the learning experience. The use of blended learning is a promising tool in Residency Programs, contributing significantly to professional development.
Análise da percepção de médicos do Sistema Único de Saúde sobre o uso da teleinterconsulta em Campo Grande-MS, Brasil
Authors: Menezes Leonardo Lima de , Souza Maria Isabel de Castro de , Simas Keith Bullia da Fonseca , Mueller Vanessa , Guimarães Emilene dos Santos , Berry Maria Cardoso de Castro , Marques David Tebaldi
Published: October 2024

Resumo O presente estudo visou analisar a percepção da utilização da teleinterconsulta por médicos do Sistema Único de Saúde em Campo Grande-MS, como ferramenta auxiliar para o atendimento de pacientes do SUS, abordando efetividade, satisfação e acesso a resultados, direcionados a médicos de diferentes especialidades. De uma população total de 127 profissionais, 100 participaram voluntariamente da pesquisa. Os resultados demonstraram que a teleinterconsulta foi percebida como vantajosa, destacando-se o intercâmbio de saberes (44,1%) e a redução do tempo de espera (42,5%). Desvantagens incluíram baixo investimento na estrutura operacional (25,2%) e dificuldades técnicas de comunicação (23,6%). A teleinterconsulta mostrou-se inovadora, proporcionando intensa troca de conhecimentos e redução do tempo de espera. Embora apresente desafios técnicos, a maioria dos médicos a percebeu como efetiva e segura.
Análisis de la percepción de los médicos en el Sistema Único de Salud sobre el uso de la teleconsulta en Campo Grande-MS, Brasil
Authors: Menezes Leonardo Lima de , Souza Maria Isabel de Castro de , Simas Keith Bullia da Fonseca , Mueller Vanessa , Guimarães Emilene dos Santos , Berry Maria Cardoso de Castro , Marques David Tebaldi
Published: October 2024

Resumen El presente estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar la percepción sobre el uso de la teleconsulta por parte de los médicos del Sistema Único de Salud de Campo Grande-MS, como herramienta auxiliar para la atención a los pacientes del SUS, abordando la efectividad, la satisfacción y el acceso a los resultados, dirigido a médicos de diferentes especialidades. De una población total de 127 profesionales, 100 participaron voluntariamente en la investigación. Los resultados demostraron que la teleconsulta fue percibida como ventajosa, destacándose el intercambio de conocimientos (44,1%) y la reducción del tiempo de espera (42,5%). Las desventajas incluyeron baja inversión en la estructura operativa (25,2%) y dificultades de comunicación técnica (23,6%). La teleconsulta demostró ser innovadora, proporcionando un intenso intercambio de conocimientos y reduciendo los tiempos de espera. Aunque presenta desafíos técnicos, la mayoría de los médicos lo percibieron como eficaz y seguro.