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Resistance through Solidarity of Sisterhood in Anne Bronte’s Agnes Grey
Authors: Bhusal Damodar
Published: May 2023

The paper attempts to examine the resistance against cruel patriarchy through the solidarity of sisterhood in Anne Bronte’s Agnes Grey. The major character, Agnes, faces many obstacles while she works as governess especially in Mr. Bloomfield’s house. The paper concerns itself how the female characters such as Agnes, Miss Murray, Mrs. Murray, Mrs. Agnes and Mary are united with their female bonding and solidarity and resist the male prejudice. In doing so, it specifically utilizes the idea of Ann Jefferson’s (2022) idea of female friendship, female bonding and solidarity through sisterhood and of course the major premises of feminism in general. The paper is divided into four parts. In the first part introduces the issue and reviews major works on sisterhood and feminism. The second part presents its methodology. As its methodology, it utilizes the third part presents results and the final part presents discussion. The paper concludes that the male brutalities against women can be prevented if women remain united. The purpose of female bonding, moreover, is not to replace the patriarchy with matriarchy but to establish equality.
Voices of Unheard People in The Good Shopkeeper: A Contrapuntal Reading
Authors: Sharma Rom Nath
Published: May 2023

This paper analyzes Samrat Upadhyay’s short story, “The Good Shopkeeper” as a literary writing of postcolonial era using Edward Said’s contrapuntal reading strategy. This study aims to explore and assess the dark spots of the story, give voice to the unheard characters, and uncover new meanings and new aspects of the story. This study also explores how in the voices of the unheard people pertain the power and influence the decision. Moreover, this research paper investigates the inner incidents that took place in the story. It becomes clear that story is a manifestation of realism in the context of Nepal. Simultaneously, the study also reveals that it can be connected to the colonizers and colonized mindset in the post-colonial era and also how colonialism is ongoing process in the contemporary time.
Słownictwo w zaburzeniach należących do spektrum autyzmu. Część 3: Charakterystyka jakościowa – kategoria relacji
Authors: Hrycyna Ewa
Published: May 2023

Artykuł jest trzecią częścią studium poświęconego słownictwu w zaburzeniach ze spektrum autyzmu. Przedmiotem zainteresowań w artykule jest kategoria relacji i jej leksykalnych wykładników. Autorka przedstawia różne typy wyrażanych językowo relacji. Omawia, w jaki sposób są one reprezentowane w języku osób z zaburzeniami ze spektrum autyzmu, poświęcając osobny fragment częściom mowy. Przyswajanie pojęć relacyjnych i właściwych im wykładników leksykalnych stanowi istotne wyzwanie rozwojowe; szczególnie trudne dla osób z autyzmem. Właśnie w obszarze tej kategorii różnice między słownikami osób typowo się rozwijających i osób z zaburzeniami autystycznymi są najwyraźniejsze. Pozostałe wnioski z przeprowadzonej analizy pokrywają się z tymi z drugiej części studium, dotyczącej kategorii rzeczy i zdarzeń.
Chinese University Students’ Beliefs about English Language Learning and Self-efficacy
Authors: Liu Meihua
Published: May 2023

Learners’ beliefs on language learning and perceived self-efficacy are important to the success of their second/foreign language (SL/FL) learning. To reveal the general profiles of and relationship between Chinese students’ beliefs about English learning and self-efficacy, the present study examined beliefs about English learning and self-efficacy held by Chinese university EFL (English as a FL) learners at differing English proficiency levels. A total of 1,698 students from a top university in Beijing answered a battery of questionnaires. The results revealed a general overview of the students’ beliefs about the nature of language learning and the roles of teachers, feedback and learning strategies, and self-efficacy. Another major finding was that participants at different English proficiency levels differed significantly from one another in beliefs about language learning and self-efficacy.
Schmitt, N., & Rodgers, M. P. H. (Eds.) An Introduction to Applied Linguistics (3rd ed.) Routledge, Taylor & Francis. 2020. 404 pp.
Authors: Aziz Muhammad Fahruddin , Jayaputri Herlandri Eka
Published: May 2023

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Short-Term and Long-Term Effects of Weight Reduction Programs Offered at the Guthrie Clinic
Authors: Patton Matthew , Lee Ferrol , McMahon Faith , Kellog Laura
Published: May 2023

Obesity is a serious chronic medical disorder for which no cure is known. Research has shown that the best treatment for obesity involves diet, exercise, and behavior modification. The Guthrie Clinic Weight Reduction Program offers such therapy. The short-term (20 weeks) and long-term (3 years) effects of three therapy options were evaluated. Results of the analysis indicate some trends associated with these therapies, but these results may be statistically irrelevant due to the limited sample size. Analysis indicates complete ineffectiveness for the conventional diet plan. No short-term or long-term weight loss was seen. Analysis of the protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF) and the phase 3 plans indicates significant short-term weight loss but no significant maintenance of the weight loss long-term. Weight is gradually regained. After two years, any significant weight loss has been regained.
Creating a Guideline for Frequency of Repeat Colonoscopies in Patients With a History of Benign Colon Polyps: A Pilot Study
Authors: Bosha Philip , Raina Shiban , Carey Kevin V.
Published: May 2023

Colon cancer is a significant health concern in the United States. The proper follow-up of colon polyps is one of the most important steps in the prevention of colon cancer. This process involves the performance of colonoscopies on a regular basis once benign colon polyps have been found.

The purpose of this paper is to serve as a pilot study for a larger study currently being undertaken by the Section of Gastroenterology at the Guthrie Clinic, to create a guideline as to how frequently colonoscopies need to be repeated in patients with a history of colon polyps. By determining the yield of significant findings, ie, pre-cancerous or cancerous polyps, from colonoscopies performed at one year, two year, three year, and more than three year intervals after diagnosis of benign colon polyps, a statement can be made as to whether or not performing colonoscopies at intervals greater than one year would be effective. The results of this pilot study indicate that it would not be beneficial to wait more than one year after the discovery of benign colon polyps to perform follow-up colonoscopy. It should also be mentioned that the results of this study may not be indicative of the results of the larger study which is still in progress.
The Peripheral Venous Access Port: a Safe and Cost-Effective Alternative to Chest Ports
Authors: Comitalo Jeffrey B.
Published: May 2023

Peripherally implanted venous access ports have been available for several years, but their use varies greatly among surgeons and oncologists. We have evaluated the ease of insertion and complication rate associated with the peripheral port and reviewed the literature on this new device. From January 1993 to November 1994, a peripheral venous access device (P.A.S. Port™) was placed in 44 patients who required long-term intravenous therapy. Data on post-operative and delayed complications were collected on all patients using inpatient and outpatient records. The follow-up period ranged from 11 to 685 days with a total usage of 11,695 days. The P.A.S. Port" was easily inserted in the outpatient setting under local anesthesia. Perioperative complications included phlebitis in two patients and infection in one. Delayed complications included axillary vein thrombosis (one patient), port site infection (one patient), and irreversible catheter occlusion (one patient). The complication rate was 0.51 per 1000 catheter days. Review of the literature shows that peripherally inserted venous access devices compare favorably to centrally inserted ports in ease of use and complication rate. Complications of pneumothorax and vascular injury associated with central insertion are eliminated. Insertion of the device in the outpatient setting under local anesthesia should result in a significant reduction of insertion-related morbidity and in substantial reduction in cost over chest ports.
Rabies in the United States 1981 to 1997: A Declining But Persistent Risk. Part I
Authors: Kletter Jan Cary
Published: May 2023

Though human rabies is rare in the United States, the demand for post-exposure prophylaxis is not. The epidemiologic features of human rabies in the USA have clearly changed over the last 15 years. The emphasis is now on an emerging pattern of bat rabies and on canine imported rabies. This emphasis has led to new recommendations for prophylaxis that all physicians should be aware of. The pecularity of the clinical course of human rabies is stressed in a review of the 32 patients reported since 1981. Finally, the indications for post- and pre-exposure prophylaxis is discussed with attention to special clinical situations.
Still More Monkey Business Instigated By Inanimate Objects: Twilight of the Gods
Authors: King Arthur B.
Published: May 2023

Are inanimate objects endowed with innate malignant motives, or are they manipulated by mysterious minor deities that are difficult to see and describe? If one doesn’t wish to believe either theory, then one is often left at a loss to explain just what happens in encounters with certain inanimate objects that cause accidental damage. A short series of incidents are related which can be accounted for by any of the above mechanisms. The author declines to be didactic in just how nature accomplishes its purposes.
Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer
Authors: Friedenberg William R.
Published: May 2023

In the last 10 years there have been dramatic improvements in our ability to diagnose and treat breast cancer. Unfortunately, this disease still accounts for too many tragic deaths every year. Dr. Tai begins the discussion of breast cancer in this issue with a review of the risk factors for the development of breast cancer and potential methods of preventing this disease as we begin the next millennium. One of the most exciting areas of breast cancer research has been in the development of testing for breast cancer genes as reviewed by Dr. Tai. The testing for BRCA1 or BRCA2 is simple to do but by no means simple to decide when to do it, and how to handle the results of the tests when either positive or negative. Bilateral mastectomy has recently been shown to markedly reduce the eventual development of breast cancer but is not totally effective in preventing either breast cancer or other malignancies such as carcinoma of the ovary or colon. As further information becomes available, we can hope to find both better ways of screening for genetic risk as well as better techniques for preventing cancer once we have the information available.
Robert Packer Hospital’s Second Intern: William Jacob Hertz, M.D., FACS
Authors: Hertz Charles S.
Published: May 2023

In 1898, a 21-year-old new graduate of the Medico-Chirurgical College of Philadelphia (which merged with the University of Pennsylvania in 1917) became the second intern at the Robert Packer Hospital. A native and, except for his schooling, lifetime resident of Allentown, Pennsylvania, he came to RPH because of its association with the Packer family. Robert’s brother, Asa, was founder of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and Lehigh University. Born on November 3, 1876, he returned to Allentown in 1899 after his then optional, and uncommon, internship to practice as an Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon until four days before his death on May 4, 1958.
Stress Echocardiography: Current Status and Future Development
Authors: Sherma Arun
Published: May 2023

Stress Echocardiography is a relatively new cardiac diagnostic technology that has seen massive growth in the past few years. Its advantages and disadvantages are briefly described and comparison based on current literature is drawn with older well-established nuclear technologies.
The Mouse in the Can: Who Done It?
Authors: King Arthur B.
Published: May 2023

There are times when reading a scientific journal, a delightful gem is encountered. One of these is A False Report of Product Tampering Involving a Rodent in a Soft Drink Can by S. Frank Platek, Nicola Ranieri, and Karen A. Wolnik J Forensic Sciences 1997 (Nov); 42: 1171. The case report cited is a model of clarity, brevity, craftsmanship, and dry humor. Perhaps some readers whose memory has not yet completely atrophied, will remember a news story that mentioned a woman who claimed to have opened a can of Pepsi-Cola and encountered a dead mouse. The article in question is a detailed followup of an investigation into the incident.
As the Dust Clears
Authors: Wiseman Jeffrey S.
Published: May 2023

This issue of the Guthrie Journal has many articles that are near and dear to my surgical heart. The first is that of medical glove safety by Dr. Beezhold from the Guthrie Foundation. This interesting and provocative article discusses the causes of latex allergy, the manufacture of latex gloves, and the implications that the use of powdered gloves has upon the safety of medical professionals. Having been involved with several cases of latex allergy, I have seen the devastating effects it has on people within the health care profession. However, being a frequent user of latex gloves, one would think that we could come up with an alternative to nonpowdered gloves. I think this article should be mandatory reading for anyone in the health care profession who thinks that the use of powdered gloves and latex allergy are not related.
Improving Outcomes in Cancer of the Pancreas at Guthrie Cancer Center
Authors: Jaffurs Daniel , VanderMeer Thomas J.
Published: May 2023

Significant advances have been made in the treatment of pancreatic cancer in the past decade. Decreased morbidity and mortality following pancreatic surgery has improved survival in specialized centers. The purpose of this study was to review outcomes of pancreatic surgery in the context of the multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of pancreatic cancer at Guthrie Cancer Center. Operative morbidity and mortality compare favorably to other centers specializing in pancreatic surgery. Early detection was accomplished in the majority of cases and low surgical morbidity enabled most patients with ductal adenocarcinoma of the pancreas to receive adjuvant treatment. Recent advances in the multidisciplinary treatment of pancreatic cancer patients have improved the treatment of patients with pancreatic cancer at Guthrie Cancer Center and are described in this review.
Guthrie Photodynamic Therapy Program
Authors: McCaughan James S.
Published: May 2023

Photodynamic therapy has been approved by the FDA for treatment of lung and esophageal cancer, pre-cancerous skin lesions and macular degeneration. Many other cancers are under study. Therapy begins with sensitization of abnormal tissue with injection of a light absorbing photoactive medication that is inert until exposed to light of a specific wavelength which induces free-radical formation and thromboxane-2 generation, destroying intracellular organelles. Light penetration is 4 to 8 mm, so repeat therapy is often needed. It is curative for some early cancers and an important adjunct in others.
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Authors: Yalamanchili Mahuri , Davies Chris T. , Patel Anamika , Freidenberg William
Published: May 2023

Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is an uncommon, highly malignant skin cancer. Because of its rarity, individual medical centers encounter only a few cases. Six patients with Merkel Cell Cancer (MCC) are reported and the literature of MCC and its management reviewed.
Diabetes as a Cardiovascular Disease: Each of Us Can Make a Difference
Authors: Smaha Lynn A.
Published: May 2023

Diabetes is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease. To reduce its incidence and morbidity in diabetics, tight control of hyperglycemia, hypertension, and lipids is required. Additionally, smoking cessation and regular exercise are essential.
Therapeutic Pharmacological Options for Outpatient Management of Congestive Heart Failure
Authors: Ali Omar , Stapleton Dwight
Published: May 2023

Heart failure affects 4.8 million Americans. The prognosis for heart failure patients remains grim and morbidity high, with a six-year mortality rate of 82% in men and 67% in women. Goals in management of heart failure are: primary prevention; education regarding risk factors; early, appropriate, and aggressive medical management; and continued research into the pathophysiology of heart failure.

This paper reviews the evidence from clinical trials for the use of angiotension converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE I), angiotensin receptor II blockers, beta blockers, aldosterone antagonists, digoxin, direct-acting vasodilators, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, and inotropes, to improve survival and lessen morbidity.
Hairy Cell Leukemia
Authors: Bergevin Patrick
Published: May 2023

Hairy cell leukemia (HCL) is a chronic lymphoproliferative disorder characterized by splenomegaly, pancytopenia, and bone marrow infiltration. HCL is quite responsive to new purine analogs and long-lasting remissions may be achieved.
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
Authors: Broketa Goran
Published: May 2023

The incidence of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) is increasing in the USA. The etiology of NHL is unknown, though for some of them there has been a clear association with certain infectious agents and immunodeficiency states. For accurate diagnosis, it is critical that adequate tissue biopsy be obtained. Classic histology is routinely supplemented with immunophenotyping, cytogenetics, and molecular diagnostics. After establishing the tissue diagnosis of NHL and a subtype, additional tests are done to evaluate the extent of the disease (staging procedures). For treatment purposes, NHL are usually divided into three groups: indolent lymphomas, aggressive lymphomas, and very aggressive lymphomas. The most common indolent lymphoma is follicular cell lymphoma. Selected patients with limited stage disease may be cured with radiation only, while most who present at advanced stage are considered incurable with standard treatments. The most common aggressive lymphoma is diffuse large cell. Patients with limited stage disease may be cured with a limited number of cycles of chemotherapy followed by involved-field radiation. Advanced stage disease has been treated with CHOP chemotherapy but the recent addition of the monoclonal antibody rituximab to CHOP has resulted in improved response rate and survival. Very aggressive lymphomas are treated with intensive combination chemotherapy and CNS prophylaxis.
Guthrie Diabetes Center: The First Five Years
Authors: Homan Mal R.
Published: May 2023

Because of the toll taken by diabetes and its complications, efforts are being made to improve care of diabetic patients. Although improved treatments and even a cure may be forthcoming, presently available interventions allow treatment to prevent complications. The team approach to diabetes care, proven to benefit individuals with diabetes, has been behind the development and philosophy of the Guthrie Diabetes Center, which has been successfully treating a large population of diabetic patients since its inception five years ago.
Diabetic Eye Care at Guthrie: Past, Present, and Future
Authors: Hudock Michael J.
Published: May 2023

Treatment of macular edema, proliferative and non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy has developed over the past eighteen years through carefully controlled, multicenter studies. The results of those studies, their implementation within the Guthrie system, and anticipated future directions, are described along with the pathophysiology of the underlying disease processes. Laser treatment of retinopathy can arrest vision loss but the most effective intervention is prevention through careful glycemic control.
Small Cell Carcinoma of the Bladder-A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Lakshmipathy Arun , Wollak Istvan , Friedenberg William R.
Published: May 2023

Primary small cell carcinoma of the bladder is rare. The incidence varies between 0.5-1% of all primary bladder tumors. Fifty percent of small cell carcinomas of the bladder are mixed with other tumors of the bladder. Identifying small cell carcinoma of the bladder has both therapeutic and prognostic implications. They are much more aggressive than transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder and are biologically similar to small cell carcinoma of the lung.
FORMATION OF READING INDEPENDENCE OF SCHOOLCHILDREN BY MEANS OF A CHILDRENʼS ART BOOK
Authors: Voloshina Hanna
Published: May 2023

The article raises an important problem ‒ the formation of reading independence of junior schoolchildren, since the level of formation of the skills of independent work with a book is an important prerequisite for the intellectual, creative and spiritual development of the individual.The author analyzes the objective and subjective reasons for the decline in interest in reading fiction among younger schoolchildren; reveals the content aspect of the concept of “reader independence”; outlines the range of literary works for extracurricular reading lessons that would contribute to the expansion of reading interests and the development of reading culture; outlines the range of literary concepts necessary for junior schoolchildren to understand; determines the psychological and pedagogical conditions that contribute to the effective formation of reading independence of junior schoolchildren.The article focuses attention on the principles of material selection for textbooks on literary reading: thematic and genre, which involves the selection of works that meet the needs, interests and cognitive abilities of children of primary school age and at the same time allow them to familiarize themselves with various genre forms; artistic-aesthetic – a selection of works that are marked by artistic perfection, and their content affirms moral-ethical and patriotic values, contributes to the aesthetic and speech development of students; literary ‒ formation of initial knowledge of literary studies.

Keywords: reading independence; reading activity; reading culture; junior schoolchildren; fiction; literary concepts; reading interest; psychological and pedagogical conditions; literary genres; extracurricular reading lesson.
FEATURES OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHER PEDAGOGICAL EDUCATION IN THE CONTEXT OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF FUTURE EDUCATORS TO WORK WITH PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN THE USA
Authors: Bezliudna Vita , Muzyka Yana
Published: May 2023

This article explores the specific characteristics of the development of higher pedagogical education in the United States with a focus on preparing future educators who work with preschool children. The article outlines the historical development of the American education system and describes the changes that have taken place in the process of preparing future teachers to work with preschool children.The concept of “professional training”, “early childhood educator”, “collaborative learning” in the context of the professional training of future preschool teachers is revealed. The features of the development of higher predagogical education in the context of professional training of future educators to work with preschool children in the USA are detailed described in the article. The author also focuses on key features of the professional training of future preschool teachers. The qualifications including Associateʼs, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees, and certificates that can be obtained are specified in the article.The annotation suggests that the paper examines the various approaches, methods, and strategies used to train educators in the United States, particularly in the context of working with young children. Furthermore, the author emphasizes on the various approaches, methods, and strategies used to train educators in the United States, particularly when it comes to working with preschoolers. It also examines the key competencies and skills that future educators need to develop to work effectively with preschoolers and the challenges that they may encounter in the process.The authors note that the professional training of future teachers should be focused on the requirements of the modern world, combining the cooperation of high-quality theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for the effective work of teachers with preschool children. Therefore, the article reveals the current state of the higher education system in the United States, focusing on the professional training program for future educators. Overall, the topic seeks to shed light on the current state of higher pedagogical education in the United States and its relevance to the needs of the early childhood education sector.

Keywords: professional training; educator; future educators; early childhood education; higher pedagogical education; preschool children; preschool; STEM education; educational program; collaborative learning.
As finanças e a evolução dos bancos digitais: uma resenha
Authors: Damacena Ana
Published: May 2023

O desenvolvimento do setor financeiro sempre foi um fator importante, não só para o desenvolvimento econômico, como aponta Levine (2005), mas também para o desenvolvimento humano, segundo Pompeu e Lima (2021). E é por isto queuma gama de estudos da economia se debruçam para tentar entender as correlações entre o dinheiro e o bem-estar, como o tão famoso texto de Adam Smith (2010). Neste sentido, este artigo busca apresentar um tema bastante contemporâneo no rol dos estudos de finanças, os bancos digitais, que na maioria dos estudos estão relacionados a uma possível relação positiva com o crescimento econômico e bem-estar social. Busca-se contextualizar o assunto e expor possíveis abordagens teóricas que podem ser utilizadas como base para a modelagem de bancos digitais nos estudos científicos de economia.
Optimization of Rehabilitation for Patients with Coronary Heart Disease in Shortened Sanatorium Treatment Time
Authors:   Scientific Research Institute of Medical Problems of the North — separate division of the Federal Research Centre “Krasnoyarsk Science Centre” of the Siberian Branch of Russian Academy of Science, Krasnoyarsk, Russian Federation, Kasparov E.V. , Klemenkov S.V. ,   Scientific Research Institute of Medical Problems of the North — separate division of the Federal Research Centre “Krasnoyarsk Science Centre” of the Siberian Branch of Russian Academy of Science, Krasnoyarsk, Russian Federation, Gorbunova S.S. ,   Scientific Research Institute of Medical Problems of the North — separate division of the Federal Research Centre “Krasnoyarsk Science Centre” of the Siberian Branch of Russian Academy of Science, Krasnoyarsk, Russian Federation
Published: May 2023

Aim: to study the effect of a two-week course of sanatorium treatment using both iodine-bromine baths (IBB) and physical training (PT) on physical performance of coronary heart disease (CHD) patients with stable angina when using their different combinations. Design: the randomized, controlled, prospective study. Materials and methods. The study included 126 CHD patients, divided into 3 groups. 42 patients (Group 1) were prescribed IBB and PT on a bicycle ergometer; with PT performed 1,5–2 hours before taking IBB (Complex No. 1). 43 individuals (Group 2) were prescribed IBB and PT, with the latter performed 1,5–2 hours after taking IBB (Complex No. 2). 41 patients (Group 3, control) received IBB and therapeutic exercises (TE) Complex No. 3). Physical factors in the groups of CHD patients were prescribed every other day, with the treatment duration being 2 weeks (14 days). The evaluation of the results in CHD patients was carried out using 24-hour Holter ECG monitoring, spiro- and bicycle ergometry. Results. A spiro- and bicycle ergometry showed that the rehabilitation courses for CHD patients with the Complex No. 1 gives a more pronounced training effect and an increase in coronary reserve than the Complex No. 2 or when prescribing IBB and TE. The decrease in myocardial ischemia while 24-hour Holter ECG monitoring in CHD patients was also the largest after the Complex No. 1 rehabilitation. The training effect of the Complex, i.e. when PT was prescribed before taking IBB, led to both a greater increase in the coronary reserve and a decrease in myocardial ischemia in CHD patients, compared with either prescribing PT after taking IBB or when using IBB and TE. Conclusion. Thus, the rehabilitation effectiveness for CHD patients with a shortened time of using iodine-bromine baths and physical training up to fourteen days depends on their combinations. The best result was obtained when prescribing PT before taking IBB. Keywords: coronary heart disease, balneotherapy, physical training, physical performance cardiac arrhythmia, myocardial ischemia.
Os 7 comportamento do autocuidado no diabetes: “da teoria à prática”
Authors: Mourão Denise Machado , Silva Edson da
Published: May 2023

Este livro tem como objetivo socializar ações de ensino, pesquisa e extensão do projeto intitulado “Redução da Hemoglobina Glicada mediante processo de Educação em Diabetes centrado na Família” que vem sendo vivenciadas pelo Centro de Referência Diabetes nas Escolas de Teixeira de Freitas (CRDE-TxF) da Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia em parceria com o CRDE da Santa Casa de Belo Horizonte. A obra relata a estruturação, o desenvolvimento e os resultados desse projeto desenvolvido junto à comunidade. A metodologia utilizada foi baseada nos 7 comportamentos do autocuidado no diabetes recomendados pela Associação Americana de Educadores em Diabetes. Diante disso, esta obra é um convite para que todos os atores envolvidos com a educação e a formação universitária, no contexto da educação em diabetes, possam dialogar e subsidiar novas práticas de acolhimento e assistência à pessoa com diabetes.
СТРУКТУРА ЕКОНОМІЧНОЇ КОМПЕТЕНТНОСТІ МАЙБУТНІХ УЧИТЕЛІВ ТРУДОВОГО НАВЧАННЯ ТА ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ
Authors: Шевель Борис
Published: May 2023

The article analyzes the actual problem related to the implementation of the competence approach in the educational system, in particular the formation of economic competence of future teachers of labor training and technology in institutions of higher pedagogical education.It was determined that this issue is one of the priority tasks in terms of improving the professional training of future teachers of labor education and technologies in higher pedagogical educational institutions.It was established that the concept of "economic competence" is a complex, multifaceted phenomenon. It was found that currently there are a large number of approaches to the definition of its structural components, which have become the subject of research by a number of scientists and depend on theoretical and methodological positions.The economic competence of future teachers of labor education and technologies is characterized as a multi-component structure built on the basis of mutually determined, interconnected and dynamic components(cognitive, activity, motivational-value, personal-reflective), thanks to which a set of professional and individual qualities of specialists is formed, as well as target attitudes that contribute to the formation of the specified definition.It is substantiated that the implementation of the identified components and the determined relevant criteria will make it possible to achieve a high level of economic competence by future teachers of labor education and technologies in the process of their professional training.The content of the proposed components is specified in the context of the educational process, taking into account the main types of activities in which students of education are involved.The obtained results of the study will be taken into account in the development and implementation of effective pedagogical forms and methods, the design of the educational and methodological base, the realization of the potential of the pedagogical staff of the higher education institution, the implementation of the motivation of the educational activities of thestudents and professors and teaching staff, the formation of the system of knowledge, abilities and skills under the conditions creation of a favorable psychological and pedagogical atmosphere
ІННОВАЦІЙНІ ІДЕЇ РОЗВИТКУ НЕПЕРЕРВНОЇ ОСВІТИ НІМЕЦЬКОМОВНИХ КРАЇН ЄВРОПИ
Authors: Хамська Неліна , Матіюк ДМИТРО , Полянська Катерина
Published: May 2023

The article substantiates the relevance of introducing the ideas of the development of lifelong education in the German-speaking countries of Europe into the domestic educational space. The authors highlight the need for creative use of the assets of the development of lifelong education of progressive European countries in the education system of Ukraine in order to ensure its compliance with international standards, integration into the European education and scientific space, the improvement of the content, forms, methods of lifelong education on the innovative basis, the creation of appropriate conditions for self-determination, self-realization of the personality.
The aim of the article is to highlight the innovative ideas of the development of lifelong education in the German-speaking countries of Europe as the basis for their implementation in the education system of Ukraine.
Based upon analysis, synthesis, system-structural, prognostic, scientific methods of research, innovative ideas for the development of lifelong education in the German-speaking countries of Europe and the possibility of creative use in the domestic education system have been highlighted.
Among the innovative experience of formal education in these countries, scientists single out the development of preschool education, namely the popularization of STEM-education. The article highlights the models of dual education in Germany, which is valuable for the reforming process of the national education system. The authors consider the possibility of implementing the assets of the teacher training system for work in the inclusive environment («Career Planning Center», «International Office»).
The progressive assets regarding the development of non-formal education have been revealed: the activity of the German public organization «Goethe Institute» has been analyzed: «Children’s Digital University», «German Digital Adolescent University», «Content-Language Integrated Learning».
In the format of informal education, attention is focused on functioning of innovative projects «IKOVET – validation of informal competencies of young people 2004 - 2006» and «DISCUSSION – European online platform for practice in lifelong learning 2013 – 2015». The areas of financial support for adult education in European institutions of higher education have been determined.
The article identifies promising directions for the extrapolation of the development of lifelong education in the German-speaking countries of Europe into the Ukrainian education system.
Rhythmical and Thematic Structures in the Croatian Church Slavic Life of Saint Wenceslaus
Authors: Crnković Denis
Published: May 2023

The first Slavic version of the mediaeval Life of St Wenceslaus (FSL) offers myriad opportunities for scholarly research on a number of levels, rhetorical, stylistic and thematic. The current article seeks to coordinate an understanding of how the formal rhythmical structures of the vita enhance the work’s thematic material. In this regard it is shown that the FSL is composed in rhythmically structured prose as described in R. Picchio’s theory of the isocolic principle and that the rhythmical patterns of the texts play a significant role in both enhancing the oral performance aspects of the work and, in turn, in highlighting the work’s themes and messages. Including both the exposition of Wenceslaus as a good and saintly prince and martyr, and the implied exhortation to the listeners to follow the example of Christian behaviour, these theologically oriented and biblically inspired leitmotifs are skilfully applied to the events of Wenceslaus’ pious life. From the rhetorical and compositional point of view it is shown that the interplay of isocolic rhythms with their contrasting patterns enhances the presentation of the themes through artistic juxtapositions and contrasts, parallels, disjunctions, and similar rhetorical devices. It is concluded that contrary to some assessments of the FSL as a somewhat ‘primitive’ composition, the Life is an artistic complex of Christian themes and motifs, artfully presented.
Handwritten Text Recognition for Croatian Glagolitic
Authors: Rabus Achim
Published: May 2023

The paper presents and discusses recent advances in Handwritten Text Recognition (HTR) technologies for handwritten and early printed texts in Croatian Glagolitic script. After elaborating on the general principles of training HTR models with respect to the Transkribus platform used for these experiments, the characteristics of the models trained are discussed. Specifically, the models use the Latin script to transcribe the Glagolitic source. In doing so, they transcribe ligatures and resolve abbreviations correctly in the majority of cases. The computed error rate of the models is below 6%, real-world performance seems to be similar. Using the models for pre-transcription can save a great amount of time when editing manuscripts and, thanks to fuzzy search (keyword spotting), even uncorrected HTR transcriptions can be used for various kinds of analysis. The models are publicly available via the Transkribus platform. Every scholar working on Glagolitic manuscripts and early printings is encouraged to use them.
Povijesni kontekst Berma (srednji i rani novi vijek)
Authors: Galović Tomislav , Orbanić Elvis
Published: May 2023

U radu se donosi presjek izvora (epigrafičkih, diplomatičkih, narativnih, kartografskih) i kritički pogled u historiografiju za srednjovjekovni i ranonovovjekovni Beram, koji u kontekstu hrvatskoga glagoljaštva zauzima iznimno važno mjesto. Iako je riječ o ruralnome području s pojedinim urbanim elementima – jedan je od kaštela Pazinske knežije sa statusom gradića (Stätl) te župa Porečke biskupije – to mjesto baštini povijesnoumjetničke i glagoljične spomenike iznimne važnosti. U prvome su to redu hrvatskoglagoljični rukopisi Prvi i Drugi beramski misal te Prvi i Drugi beramski brevijar (danas svi u Narodnoj in univerzitetnoj knjižnici u Ljubljani, Slovenija) te župna crkva sv. Martina, izvorno srednjovjekovno zdanje, o čemu svjedoči glagoljični natpis iz 1431., i gotička crkva sv. Marije na Škrilinah sa zidnim slikama (freskama) koje je 1474. slikao majstor Vincent iz Kastva (lat. Vincentius de Castua). Te su freske jedan od najvrjednijih radova domaće istarske srednjovjekovne umjetnosti. Poseban će se naglasak staviti na izvore (osobito na neobjavljene zapisnike vizitacija porečkih biskupa tijekom 17. i 18. stoljeća) i historiografiju u pogledu proučavanja Berma i njegove spomeničke te rukopisne baštine s pokušajem davanja odgovora na jedno od ključnih pitanja: kakve su bile političke i crkvene, društveno-gospodarske, a napose kulturne prilike u Bermu u promatranome razdoblju kao preduvjet za razumijevanje mjesta čuvanja i mogućega nastanka pojedinih glagoljičnih rukopisa koji se povezuju s tamošnjom župom.
Women’s Sense of Belonging in Undergraduate Calculus and the Influence of (Inter)Active Learning Opportunities
Authors: Griffin Casey Regina
Published: May 2023

Women continue to be underrepresented in undergraduate STEM majors. Prior studies identify sense of belonging, or the extent to which one feels like an accepted member of an academic community, as a key contributor to women’s decisions to stick with or leave their STEM majors. Calculus can be an especially critical leak in the STEM pipeline, as is often seen as a gatekeeper course for STEM majors. Historically, Calculus instruction has been primarily lecture-based, though recently, efforts have shifted toward incorporating instruction that supports active learning. Prior studies have suggested that providing active learning opportunities may support students’ sense of belonging. However, there lacks consensus on the particular types of active learning opportunities that best support students. This mixed methods study investigates connections between women’s sense of belonging and the learning opportunities they experience during the first semester of a two-semester Calculus course designed to provide frequent active learning opportunities. Findings indicate a significant increase in sense of belonging, perceived competence, and social connectedness from Week 1 to Week 7 of the semester. Further, women overwhelmingly identified the interactive nature of group work and interactive lecture as supportive of their sense of belonging for both academic and social reasons.
What Do Americans Think About Federal Tax Options to Support Transportation? Results from Year Thirteen of a National Survey
Authors:   San Jose State University, Agrawal Asha Weinstein , Nixon Hilary ,   San Jose State University
Published: May 2023

This report summarizes the results from the thirteenth year of a national public opinion survey asking U.S. adults questions related to their views on federal transportation taxes. A nationally-representative sample of 2,620 respondents completed the online survey from January 31 to March 10, 2022. The questions test public opinions about raising the federal gas tax rate, replacing the federal gas tax with a new mileage fee, and imposing a mileage fee just on commercial travel. In addition to asking directly about support for these tax options, the survey collected data on respondents’ views on the quality of their local transportation system, their priorities for federal transportation spending, their knowledge about gas taxes, their views on privacy and equity matters related to mileage fees, travel behavior, and standard sociodemographic variables. This large set of variables is used to identify personal characteristics and opinions correlated with support for the tax options. Key findings include that large majorities supported transportation improvements across modes and wanted to see the federal government work towards making the transportation system well maintained, safe, and equitable, as well as to reduce the system’s impact on climate change. Findings related to gas taxes include that only 2% of respondents knew that the federal gas tax rate had not been raised in more than 20 years, and 71% of respondents supported increasing the federal gas tax by 10 cents per gallon if the revenue would be dedicated to maintenance. With respect to mileage fees, just under half of respondents supported some form of mileage fee, whether that was assessed on all travel or just on commercial travel, 58% believe that low-income drivers should pay a reduced mileage fee rate, and 53% thought that electric vehicles should pay a lower rate than gas and diesel vehicles. The analysis of trends across the survey series, which has run from 2010 to 2022, shows that support for both higher gas taxes and a hypothetical new mileage fee has risen slowly but steadily.
Eficacia de la membrana testácea de huevo de gallina como biomaterial de barrera en comparación de la membrana Lumina - Coat en ratas Wistar Arequipa 2018
Authors: Baldárrago-Zevallos Stephany , Portilla Miranda Serey Doris
Published: May 2023

El propósito de este estudio fue demostrar si la Membrana Testácea de huevo de gallina cumple con los requisitos necesarios como biomaterial de barrera y compararla con la Membrana Lumina Coat que es una membrana comercial, la primera se obtuvo utilizando  4 huevos de gallina de 21 gr. los cuales fueron lavados y sancochados por 5 minutos para desinfectarlos para poder desprender la membrana de la cáscara sin que tenga restos de clara, una vez obtenida la membrana, se procedió a cortarla en trozos de 1cm² y fueron colocadas en frascos estériles que contenían suero fisiológico.
Influencia a nivel sistémico del Streptococcus mutans presente en caries y prótesis dentales: una revisión bibliográfica
Authors: Montenegro Pangol Oliver Esteban , Villacrés Granda Boris Hernán , Armas Vega Ana del Carmen , Lara Castillo Danny Alexis
Published: May 2023

Objetivo: El objetivo de este estudio es determinar la influencia que puede tener S. mutans a nivel sistémico. Materiales y métodos: Se realizó una búsqueda sistemática en una sola fuente de información que en este caso fue PubMed obteniendo un total de 87 artículos científicos del año 2011 al año 2021, tras verificar el cumplimiento de los criterios de inclusión que fueron artículos que indiquen presencia de S. mutans en prótesis dentales o en caries, artículos que indiquen la influencia de S. mutans a nivel sistémico o que informen acerca de la interacción de este microorganismo con otros microorganismos patógenos, y emplear palabras clave como “systemic”, “Streptococcus mutans”, “diseases”, finalmente fueron elegidos 36 artículos para esta revisión bibliográfica. Estado del arte: S. mutans está presente en patologías de interés clínico como la endocarditis infecciosa, la nefropatía por inmunoglobulina A y la diabetes, es recurrente principalmente en prótesis acrílicas y tiene sinergia con otras bacterias patógenas causantes de endocarditis, S. mutans también puede ser empleado en el diagnóstico temprano de la pre hipertensión e hipertensión, además favorece el microambiente para la aparición de candidiasis oral y es el microorganismo oral más frecuentemente obtenido en enfermedades de válvula cardiaca. Conclusión: La mayor influencia de S. mutans se encuentra en el sistema circulatorio por su presencia en diferentes patologías como endocarditis infecciosa o enfermedades de válvulas cardiacas, además puede ayudar al diagnóstico de otras afecciones como la hipertensión.
Estudio in vitro de microfiltración coronal de ionómeros de base como protección después del tratamiento endodóntico.
Authors: Castillo Cevallos Estephanie , Castillo Guarnizo Zulema , Castillo Cevallos Verónica , Rosales Soto Dayanna
Published: May 2023

En el presente estudio se comparó el grado de microfiltración coronal entre tres tipos de materiales: Vitrebond Tm Plus (3M), Ionoseal (Voco) y Glass Liner (Wp Dental), como material de sellado coronal definitivo, colocándolo en el piso de la cámara pulpar. Se realizó un estudio experimental in vitro, descriptivo y comparativo; la muestra fué 50 dientes unirradiculares, se les realizó la preparación químico-mecánica y obturación de conductos radiculares con la técnica de compactación lateral, se eliminó 3 mm de gutapercha y se colocaron los materiales dividiéndolos en 5 grupos de 10 dientes cada uno: Grupo 1: Sellados con Ionoseal; Grupo 2: Sellados con Vitrebond; Grupo 3: Sellados con Glass Liner; Grupo 4: Control positivo, sin ninguna protección, y Grupo 5: Control negativo, sellados con un aislante. Los grupos fueron expuestos a 100 ciclos de termociclado y sumergidos en tinta china durante 48 horas (penetración pasiva) a 37°C; luego se eliminaron las coronas clínicas y se seccionaron las raíces dentales en sentido vestíbulo-palatino para observación mediante microscopio óptico 4X,y, fotografías que fueron examinados con el programa Adobe Illustrator; los datos se registraron en fichas de observación y fueron analizados mediante pruebas estadísticas ANOVA y TUKEY. Se obtuvo como resultado que los tres materiales presentaron microfiltración, sin embargo, el que presentó mayor microfiltración fue el Ionoseal con un 100% en comparación con el GLASS LINER que tuvo el 10% de microfiltración coronal; estadísticamente existió diferencias significativas al relacionar el Ionoseal (p=2,60) con el Glass Liner (p=0,30) y el Vitrebond (p=1,00).