bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Optimal resource allocation method and fault-tolerant control for redundant robots
Authors: Rong Yu , Dou Tianci , Zhang Xingchao
Published: October 2023

Abstract. Resource coordination and allocation strategies are proposed to reduce the
probability of failure by aiming at the problem that the robot cannot
continue to work after joint failure. Firstly, the principal component
analysis method under unsupervised branches in machine learning is used to
analyze the reliability function and various indexes of the robot to obtain
the comprehensive evaluation function. Then, based on the fault-tolerant-control inverse-kinematics optimal algorithm, each joint can be scheduled by
weighted processing. Finally, the comprehensive evaluation function is used
as an index to evaluate the probability of fault occurrence, and the weight
is defined to realize the coordinated resource allocation of redundant
robots. Taking the planar four revolute joints (4R) redundant robot as an example, the algorithm
control is compared. Based on reasonable modeling and physical verification,
the results show that the method of optimal resource coordination and
allocation is effective.
Children as change-makers: How socially engaged art in New York City can inform arts pedagogy for children
Authors:   , Creado Rhea
Published: October 2023

New York City (NYC) has a history of artist-led activism, disrupting and challenging existing societal structures and norms for positive social change. This study explored socially engaged art in NYC to inform arts pedagogy for children aged five to ten years. This creative practice research project resulted in the creation of several educational artworks, designed to support children as change-makers. These artworks aimed to encourage tolerance and inclusivity and support children’s critical and agentic thinking, while employing a decolonial approach. In the context of a world-wide pandemic, the project also explored how creative, collaborative learning can take place online.
TO THE QUESTION OF THE ROLE AND PLACE OF FUNCTIONS IN THE SYSTEM OF LOCAL SELFGOVERNMENT
Authors: КУРОЧКИН А.В. , ВАЛИУЛЛИН Д.А.
Published: October 2023

В результате проведенного анализа в статье представлен вывод о совпадении значения пред- метов ведения с нормативным содержанием понятия «вопросы местного значения», которое устанавливается Федеральным законом «Об общих принципах организации местного самоуправления в Российской Федерации» в качестве вопросов непосредственного обеспечения жизнедеятельности населения муниципального образо- вания, решение которых в соответствии с Конституцией Российской Федерации и указанным Федеральным законом осуществляется населением и (или) органом местного самоуправления самостоятельно.

As a result of the analysis, the article presents a conclusion about the coincidence of the meaning of subjects of jurisdiction with the normative content of the concept of «issues of local importance», which is established by the Federal Law «On the general principles of organizing local self-government in the Russian Federation» as issues of direct support for the livelihoods of the population of the municipality, the solution of which in accordance with the Constitution of the Russian Federation and the specified Federal Law, it is carried out by the population and (or) local self-government body independently.
LEGAL PROBLEMS WITH THE CONCEPT OF ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL WASTE
Authors: НАГАЙЦЕВА Д.А.
Published: October 2023

Отходы электронного и электрического оборудования (ОЭЭО) являются одним из быстрора- стущих видов отходов. Проблемы, связанные с данным видом отходов, актуальны в связи с наличием в таких отходах как вредных, так и драгоценных материалов и веществ. Актуальность данной статьи обусловлена тем, что лица, осуществляющие деятельность в области обращения с отходами электронного и электрического обо- рудования, сталкиваются c отсутствием единого понимания, что представляют собой ОЭЭО и какие критерии устанавливаются к ним. Целью данной статьи является анализ действующего федерального и регионального законодательства РФ касательно определения понятия отходов электронного и электрического оборудова- ния. В статье рассмотрены правовые проблемы, связанные с раскрытием понятия «отходы электронного и электрического оборудования» в действующем законодательстве РФ, в частности, выявлены разрозненность и несистемность правового регулирования на региональном уровне в РФ. В региональном законодательстве РФ выявлены различные понятия касательно отходов электронного и электрического оборудования, а также пять разных подходов к определению понятия. В этой связи предлагается закрепить на федеральном уровне единый термин «отходы электронного и электрического оборудования». При этом необходимо также законо- дательно закрепить общий критерий отнесения тех или иных отходов оборудования к категории электронных.

Waste electronic and electrical equipment is one of the fastest growing types of waste. The problems associated with this type of waste are relevant due to the presence of both hazardous and precious materials and substances in such waste. The urgency of this article is caused by the fact that persons who carry out activity in the field of electronic and electrical equipment waste management, face with lack of common understanding of what WEEE represent and what criteria are established to them. The purpose of this article is the analysis of the current federal and regional legislation in the Russian Federation regarding the concept and definition of waste electronic and electrical equipment. This article considers the legal problems associated with the disclosure of the concept of «waste electronic and electrical equipment» in the current legislation of the Russian Federation, in particular, it reveals the fragmentation and non-systemic legal regulation at the regional level in the Russian Federation. The regional legislation in the Russian Federation reveals different concepts regarding electronic and electrical equipment waste as well as 5 different approaches to the definition of the concept. In this connection it is offered to fix at the federal level in the Russian Federation the uniform term of the concept «waste of electronic and electric equipment» eliminating excessive variety of terms; definition of what is meant by this concept. At the same time, it is also necessary to legislate a general criterion for classifying certain equipment waste as electronic.
ON THE ISSUE OF CHALLENGING THE DEBTOR'S TRANSACTIONS BY MEANS OF A PAULIAN CLAIM
Authors: АМБАРЦУМОВ Р.А.
Published: October 2023

В статье предпринята попытка исследовать понятие и правовую природу Паулианова иска (actio Pauliana) как способа защиты прав кредиторов. В настоящее время исследованию данного института в российской юридической доктрине не уделяется достаточного внимания. Между тем, по мнению автора, его детальный анализ позволит решить ряд имеющихся пробелов в правовом регулировании оспаривания сделок в Российской Федерации. Одну из таких проблем автор видит в том, что Паулианов иск, согласно российскому законодательству, применяется только в рамках дела о банкротстве.

The article attempts to explore the concept and legal nature of the Paulian claim (actio Pauliana) as a way to protect creditors' rights. Currently, the study of this institute in the Russian legal doctrine is not given sufficient attention. Meanwhile, according to the author, his detailed analysis will solve a number of existing gaps in the legal regulation of contesting transactions in the Russian Federation. The author sees one of such problems in the fact that Paulian's claim, according to Russian law, is applied only in the framework of a bankruptcy case.
THE CRIMINAL-LEGAL CHARACTERISTIC OF THE «VICTIM» IN THE CRIME UNDER ART. 200.3 CRIMINAL CODE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors: СИМОНЯН С.А.
Published: October 2023

Цель работы – правовое исследование термина «потерпевший» в преступлении, предусмо- тренном ст. 200.3 УК РФ, с целью решения проблем, возникающих при его квалификации. Использовались диалектический, сравнительно-правовой методы. В статье проводится правовой анализ термина «потерпевший» в преступлении, предусмотренном ст. 200.3 УК РФ, рассматриваются возможности признания в качестве потерпевшего юридических лиц, а также правовое положение различных субъектов, выступающих в роли потерпевшего по ст. 200.3 УК РФ. Установлено, что име- ют место законодательные коллизии, возникающие по вопросам отнесения публично-правовых образований к разряду участников долевого строительства. Статья имеет достаточную научную ценность, так как одной из первых рассматривает правовое положение лиц, являющихся потерпевшими по ст. 200.3 УК РФ.

Purpose of article is a legal study of the term «victim» in a crime under Art. 200.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, in order to solve problems that arise when qualifying a crime under Art. 200.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Used dialectical, comparative legal methods. The article provides a legal analysis of the term «victim» in a crime under Art. 200.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, the possibilities of recognizing legal entities as victims are considered, the legal status of various entities acting as victims under Art. 200.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. It has been established that there are legislative conflicts arising on the issues of classifying public legal entities as participants in shared construction. The article has sufficient scientific value, since the article is one of the first to consider the legal status of persons who are victims under Art. 200.3 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation.
La educación como bien primario y posicional: una aproximación a las desigualdades educativas y sus efectos desde la teoría de la justicia de John Rawls
Authors: Januszevski Sebastian
Published: October 2023

El presente trabajo tiene como objetivo analizar las implicancias de la teoría de la justicia de John Rawls en materia educativa desde un enfoque del derecho a la educación como un derecho humano fundamental, en particular sobre contextos con altas desigualdades educativas. En este sentido, dicho enfoque, tal vez una de las teorías más relevantes del siglo XX en materia de justicia social, ubica una serie de obligaciones sobre las instituciones sociales y en particular sobre las instituciones estatales frente a los sujetos titulares de derecho, por cuanto configurado como tal, el Estado no solamente debe realizar una acción negativa de no intervención sobre las libertades individuales, sino que debe realizar acciones positivas para garantizar el ejercicio del derecho a la educación. La posición de partida es que el igualitarismo liberal del enfoque rawlsiano, si bien representa un gran avance que pretende conjugar las posturas liberales con criterios de justicia distributiva, es insuficiente para dar cuenta de las desigualdades existentes en el plano educativo, pero otorga una fuerte base para asumir que cualquier política educativa debe considerar una aproximación igualitaria.
Nexus between Monetary Freedom, Political Stability and Exchange Rate with Sustainable Stock Market Development in Pakistan: A Comparative Analysis by ARDL and NARDL
Authors: Islam Kashif , Nasir Nadia , Asghar Nabila , Bilal Ahmad Raza
Published: October 2023

This study scrutinizes both symmetric and asymmetric impact of monetary freedom (MF) on the sustainable stock market development (SMD) in Pakistan, in the presence of political stability and foreign exchange rate. The study uses the time series data for the period of 1992 to 2022, the study applies Non-linear Auto-regressive Distributed Lag (NARDL) and ARDL Bounds Testing for comparative analysis. Monetary freedom with sound political stability and stable foreign exchange rate do Granger Cause and significant correlation with the SMD of Pakistan. The results from ARDL Bound Testing show that MF and exchange rate has highly significant long-run impact on the SMD with coefficient values of 4.64 and 3.32. The Positive asymmetric cumulative dynamic multipliers (ACDMs) of MF have highly significant impact on SMD. Political stability has been a Positive Function of its ACDMs, while exchange rate has been a Negative Function of its respective ACDMs. The impact of exchange rate is highly significant with its Negative ACDMs coefficients of 17.42 and 16.76, denoting a long-lasting impact on the sustainable economic growth of Pakistan by strengthening the pace of stock market development. This comparative study will add revised practical credence to the existing literature on autoregressive models and will facilitate modified and improved policy-making at operational and strategic level to achieve decent economic growth under sustainable development goals (SDG).
EXPERIMENTAL MOLD FOR OBTAINING CONTINUOUSLY CAST BILLETS FROM HIGH-ALLOY STEELS AND ALLOYS. Part 2. Testing of an experimental mold on a low-temperature melt
Authors: Стулов В.В. , Шафиев О.М.
Published: October 2023

Выполнено исследование работы опытного стального кристаллизатора с двухконтурной системой охлаждения на сплаве Pb-Sn при получении цилиндрической заготовки. Извлечение заготовки проводили после ее затвердевания. Прогрев кристаллизатора перед разливкой расплава осуществляется электронагревателем с электрической мощностью 1370 Вт. Измеренные значения температуры поверхностей стенок кристаллизатора, охлаждающей воды и заготовки используются для расчета теплообмена в кристаллизаторе, толщины корочки образующейся заготовки, баланса тепла. По параметрам процесса разливки и кристаллизатора определены основные критерии подобия для расчета параметров разливки стали. Выполнена оценка качества поверхности цилиндрической заготовки.

A study of the operation of an experimental steel mold with a double-circuit cooling system on the Pb-Sn alloy during the production of a cylindrical billet has been carried out. The extraction of the workpiece was carried out after its solidification. The mold is heated before pouring the melt by an electric heater with an electric power of 1370 W. The measured temperatures of the surfaces of the mold walls, cooling water, and billet are used to calculate the heat transfer in the mold, the thickness of the crust of the formed billet, and the heat balance. Based on the parameters of the casting process and the mold, the determining similarity criteria for calculating the parameters of steel casting are determined. The surface quality of a cylindrical billet was assessed.
MELTING OF FERROCHROME WITH THE USE OF CHROME-ORE BRIQUETTES
Authors: Жунусов А.К. , Толымбекова Л.Б. , Быков П.О. , Заякин О.В.
Published: October 2023

В данной статье приводятся результаты опытно-промышленных испытаний выплавки высокоуглеродистого феррохрома с частичной заменой базовой хромовой руды хроморудными брикетами производства ОАО «Донской горно-обогатительный комбинат» в количестве 20–40% от подаваемого хроморудного сырья в АО ТНК Казхром Аксуский завод ферросплавов (Казахстан). Проведенные испытания показали, что применение хроморудных брикетов имеет целый ряд технологических преимуществ. При использовании брикетов вместо руды наблюдается снижение расхода электроэнергии с 7201 до 6184 кВт∙ч/т, извлечение хрома возрастает с 80,3 до 85,3%. Применение брикетов решает вопрос вовлечения некондиционного хроморудного сырья в производство и улучшения технико-экономических показателей работы печи.

This article presents the results of experimental-industrial tests of high-carbon ferrochrome smelting with partial replacement of the base chromium ore with chromium ore briquettes produced by OJSC «Donskoy Ore Mining and Processing Plant» in the amount of 20–40% of the supplied chromium ore raw materials at TNC Kazchrome JSC Aksu Ferroalloys Plant (Kazakhstan). The tests carried out have shown that the use of chromium ore briquettes has a number of technological advantages. When using briquettes instead of ore, there is a decrease in electricity consumption from 7201 to 6184 kWh/t, the extraction of chromium increases from 80.3 to 85.3%. The use of briquettes solves the issue of involving substandard chromium ore raw materials in production and improving the technical and economic performance of the furnace.
STRENGTH DIAGRAMS OF TITANIUM ALLOYS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURES
Authors: Борисовна Е.Ю. , Давыденко Л.В.
Published: October 2023

Обобщены результаты статистических исследований температурных зависимостей прочностных свойств листов и прутков из титановых сплавов разных классов после стандартного отжига. На основе проведенных исследований обоснованы полиномиальные модели для оценки типичных значений предела прочности при температурах 20–600 °С. Предложены модели для прогнозирования предела прочности сплавов при различной температуре эксплуатации в зависимости от эквивалентов по алюминию и молибдену. Построены обобщенные прочностные диаграммы, позволяющие не только прогнозировать предел прочности в зависимости от прочностных или структурных эквивалентов, но и обосновать оптимальные составы новых сплавов с учетом требований к условиям их эксплуатации.

The results of statistical studies of the temperature dependences of the strength properties of sheets and bars made of titanium alloys of different classes after standard annealing are summarized. On the basis of the studies carried out, polynomial models for estimating typical values of the ultimate strength at temperatures of 20–600 °C are substantiated. Models for predicting the tensile strength of alloys at different operating temperatures depending on the aluminum and molybdenum equivalents are proposed. Generalized strength diagrams are constructed, which allow not only to predict the ultimate strength depending on strength or structural equivalents, but also to substantiate the optimal compositions of new alloys, taking into account the requirements for their operating conditions.
Effectiveness of the Nursing Process Training on its Knowledge Level among Nurses in Selected County Referral Hospitals in Kenya
Authors: Gichobi Beth , Gitonga Lucy , Marwa Immaculate
Published: October 2023

Background: Nursing process (NP) is an approach of solving problems systematically that should be utilized by nurses in identification, prevention and treatment of health problems and in promotion of wellness. However, its knowledge among nurses has been reported to be inadequate.
Objective: To evaluate effectiveness of a NP training intervention on its knowledge level among nurses.
Methods: A randomized controlled trial conducted in three phases: pre-intervention, intervention and post-intervention. Multi-stage cluster sampling technique was employed to get a sample of 60 nurses. Two cohorts of nurses were randomly assigned into experimental (n=30) and control group (n=30) and data was collected using questionnaires. Only the nurses in experimental cohort received training on the NP. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize data and t-test used to compare mean differences of the two groups.
Results: In both groups, the participants mean age was 37.2 (±9.3), majority were females (73.3%), married (73.3%), and had diploma qualification (55.0 %). Before the intervention, the mean NP knowledge of the control group (M=17.1, SD=6.1) was higher than that of the intervention group (M=16.4, SD=4.2), t (58) =-0.52, p=0.61. However, after the intervention there was a significant increase in the mean NP knowledge of the intervention group (M=69.9, SD=11.4) compared to the control group (M=51.7, SD=11.3), t (57) =6.2, p<0.001.
Conclusion: The NP training intervention had a positive effect on its knowledge level among nurses. Frequent such trainings are recommended to address the existing NP knowledge gaps among nurses.

Key words: Nurses, Nursing Process, Knowledge level, Training intervention
Renal Vascular Amyloidosis - A Brainstormer Manifestation of Autoimmune Diseases Spectrum
Authors: Fatima Khan , Atin Singhai , Vaibhav Gupta
Published: October 2023

Chronic autoimmune diseases serve as a severe threat in long-term leading to renal manifestations. Renal vascular amyloidosis in itself is fatal with amyloid deposition occurs predominantly in renal arteries and arterioles. Renal vascular amyloidosis being an uncommon condition presents as diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for pathologists as well as clinicians. It presents with renal insufficiency without significant proteinuria, whereas glomerular amyloidosis presents with nephrotic range proteinuria. We present a case of renal vascular amyloidosis as a rare complication of long-term Psoriatic arthritis and Inflammatory bowel disease as well as presentation of amyloid deposition around arterioles of glomeruli instead of conventional nodular arrangement. This case highlights the importance of regular follow up and screening of patients with chronic autoimmune diseases on treatment to decrease renal morbidities and thereby reducing renal transplantation.

Key words: Amyloidosis, Autoimmune, Vessels
Spatial and Temporal Analysis of Healthcare Facilities in Gorakhpur District, Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Pandey Neha , Chaturvedi Richa
Published: October 2023

Health is a state of being free from disease and injury but in a deeper sense, it does not remain the same. India has a long history of providing healthcare services to its people in the form of home remedies such as Ayurveda. For the development of rural areas of India, Indian committees had suggested three-tier health facilities namely community health care centers, primary health care centers, and sub-centers. The present study attempted to analyze the spatial and temporal availability of health facilities in all the blocks of the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The study has been attempted by collecting data from various secondary sources. There is adequate availability of health care centers in the district but there is inequality in their distribution at the block level. The district lacks 9 CHCs, 54 PHCs, and 127 SCs for better health conditions in the entire district. The district needs to increase the availability of healthcare infrastructure as this can also reduce the overburden of patients on the available healthcare centers.

Key words: Healthcare Facilities, Community Health Centers, Primary Health Centers, Sub-Centers, Block,
Effect of Indigenous Topical Application in the Management of Palithya (Greying Hair)
Authors: Sureka Nilmini Ranamuka Rajapaksha Pathiranage , Siriwardhana Iresha Sandamali , Wickramarachchi Wasantha Janaki
Published: October 2023

Hair plays a significant role to improve the individual identity and body image in physical appearance. Premature greying of hair has become a one of condition which can affect the self-esteem in cosmetic concerns. Thus, Hair dyes have become the main modality of the treatment for after nutritional supplementation. Many people use different types of applications to treat greying of hairs. Many of those applications have been manufactured using various chemical compounds. Due to usage of those chemically synthesized applications, reported complications are much common in the present society including few death incidents. Thus, the using of eco-friendly herbal hair dyes will lead to reduce the health risks and cosmetic solution for the premature greying of hair. Therefore, the study focused on management of the palithya through a Sri Lankan indigenous topical application which has not been scientifically proved. Palithya (greying hair) is a distinct feature of aging. It is mentioned as kshudra roga and shiro roga in Ayurveda samhitas. Body heat is increased by anger, grief and exertion as a result of that pitta located in head is vitiated and caused for palithya the application consists of Nymphaea stellate willd and fresh cow’s milk. Randomly selected 30 cases with palithya were comparatively studied with test drug and akalapalitha oil in two separate groups in equal amounts for a period of one month under recommended control conditions. The improvement of the therapy assessed according to the number of gray hairs with related to specific areas of the scalp using Graying Severity Score (GSS) and assessed the hair colour by using standard hair colour grading chart before and after the treatment. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) and Microsoft Excel. The efficacy of the test drug was found with significant reduction (p value <0.05), number of greying hairs and hair colour changes after the treatment. The test drug has elaborated a significant effect than akalapalitha oil in the management of palithya.

Key words: Greying hair, Palithya, Nymphaea stellate
Effectiveness of Client Centered- ADL Training Program for Improving Upper Extremity Function in Sub-acute Adhesive Capsulitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: V. Nadkarni Karuna , D. Surpam Payal
Published: October 2023

CONTEXT: Adhesive Capsulitis has been described as a self-limiting condition, lasting on an average 2-3 years. It is estimated to affect 2% -5% of the population. Usually affects performance in activities of daily living.
AIM: To study the effectiveness of Actual training of ADL’s along with Conventional Occupational Therapy in improving Upper Extremity function in Sub-acute stage of Adhesive capsulitis
METHODS AND MATERIALS: 10 Patients between the age 40-60 years of both the genders, with unilateral shoulder pain for more than 3 months and had received only analgesic treatment.
STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: Statistical analysis-Pain on VAS, UEFI, Muscle Power, ROM And COPM outcomes were done by using descriptive and inferential statistics using chi-square test, Mann Whitney U test and Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test and software used in the analysis were SPSS 24.0 version and GraphPad Prism 7.0 version and p<0.05 is considered as level of significance.
CONCLUSION: On therapeutic basis in Occupational Therapy, the Conventional Occupational therapy and Actual ADL training both were effective in subacute stage of Adhesive Capsulitis.
But, when Client - Centered care perspective considered, then Actual ADL training along with Conventional Occupational therapy is found to be effective than Conventional Occupational therapy alone.

Key words: ADL (Activities of Daily Living), COPM (Canadian Occupational Performance Measure), ROM (Range of Motion), UEFI (Upper Extremity Function Index)
A Review on Combined Effect of Functional Electrical Stimulation and Robotic Hand Glove for Hand Rehabilitation in Post-Stroke Patients
Authors: Patel Bansari , Bachkaniwala Aparna
Published: October 2023

Background: In stroke patients, upper extremity hemiplegia and loss of hand functions are primary impairments. Combined use of Functional Electrical Stimulation and Robotic Hand Glove was done to overcome the limitations in separate applications.
Aims/Objective: To assess the combined effect of Robotic Hand Glove and Functional Electrical Stimulation to improve the hand functions and its impact on quality of life in post-stroke patients.
Methodology: Different articles published between 2011 and 2022 were searched from online sources such as PUBMED, Google Scholar and Cochrane. In this review experimental study, clinical trial, preliminary investigation, pilot study, randomized control trial are included. A secondary search of the reference list of all identified articles was also conducted. Then each study was reviewed independently.
Result: A total of 30 articles were searched. Out of 30 studies, 10 of them were screened out of which 4 studies were excluded due to flaws in methodology. The remaining 6 supportive studies reported that combining effect of Functional Electrical Stimulation and Robotic Hand Glove were more beneficial than conventional therapy alone to improve hand functions.
Conclusion: Thus, it can be concluded that Functional Electrical Stimulation and Robotic Hand Glove were found to be more effective than conventional therapy to improve the specific task such as full reach, grasp, release, lifting tasks, drinking water, etc. in post-stroke patients.

Key words: Functional Electrical Stimulation, Hand Rehabilitation, Robotic Hand Glove, Stroke.
Effectiveness of PNF Techniques on Neck Pain and Cervical ROM (Cervical Extension) in College with Text Neck Syndrome - An Experimental Study
Authors: Rajopadhye Sonali , Honkalas Priyanka
Published: October 2023

Background: Smartphone usage has been increased significantly over last decade in college students. As students spends more than 6 hours on their cell phone during a day, Text Neck Syndrome is a growing concern of today’s era. Sustained poor posture of cervical spine and increased screen time results in neck pain, muscle spasm, reduced mobility of cervical spine and discomfort. Various treatment options & corrective interventions should be made to treat Text Neck Syndrome.
Method: This study was conducted to check effectiveness of PNF stretching techniques on Text Neck Syndrome. Total 63 college students were participated in the study between age group of 18-25 years. The pre and post data for neck pain and cervical ROM were collected after a 2 week protocol. VAS score and universal goniometer used as outcome measures.
Results: The study included 63 college students. Unpaired T test were used for data analysis. The pre and post data were calculated. After a 2-week protocol, a significant reduction in neck pain, and improvement in cervical extension ROM was seen (p <0.05).
Conclusion: Due to increasing use of smart phones and prolonged screen time among college students, the Text Neck Syndrome has become a growing concern of today’s era. This study concluded a significant use of PNF stretching techniques on college students with Text Neck Syndrome providing a new corrective intervention for it.

Key words: Text Neck Syndrome, neck pain, PNF Stretching Techniques.
Prevalence of the Knee Osteoarthritis Risk Factors Among Young Adult Population - An Observational Study
Authors: N. Acharya Rucha , M. Patel Hemal
Published: October 2023

Background: India has higher worldwide proliferative osteoarthritis (OA) rate and prevalence of knee osteoarthritis in India is 22-39%. Many risk factors have been through playing a significant role in triggering osteoarthritis. Such risk factors can be classified as modifiable and non-modifiable. There are very fewer preventive strategies for modifiable risk factors. Because the prevalence rate is increasing very high especially in Asian population – if prevent the modifiable risk factors of knee OA, then prevalence will automatically reduce.
Objectives: To find out the prevalence of risk factors of knee OA present in young adult population and to determine ranking and categorize the modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors.
Methodology: An observational study was conducted in Ashok & Rita Patel Institute of Physiotherapy (ARIP), Changa. Depending on the selection criteria, participants were selected and informed consent was signed. The respondents were then requested to offer their demographic information. Assessment of risk factors in young adults was completed. The data was analyzed using SPSS version 23.0. Descriptive analysis was performed which includes frequency, mean and standard deviation.
Result: Highest frequency of risk factor which present in subject was malalignment (69.62%), followed by physical activity (66.66%), muscle strength (64.56%), BMI (32.06%), socioeconomic status (10.55%), proprioception (8.02%), history of knee injury (7.59%), risk factor related footwear (1.68%) and history of surgery in knee (0.42%).
Conclusion: The prevalence of modifiable risk factors was high in this group. Effective preventive strategy must take to minimize the burden of the disease.

Key words: Knee osteoarthritis, Prevalence, modifiable & non modifiable risk factor, Guidelines, young adult.
Yield of Tuberculosis Contact Screening and Predictors of Contact Tuberculosis Diagnosis in Bungoma County Hospital, Kenya
Authors: Magomere Robert Shihuzire , Mutai Beatrice
Published: October 2023

Tuberculosis (TB) contact screening though highly recommended is seldom practiced in low- and middle-income countries due to lack of evidence-based approaches best suited to the local setting. We assessed the yield of TB contact screening and predictors of TB diagnosis at a county referral hospital in Western Kenya.
We identified clients with TB disease at Bungoma county referral hospital between January and December 2021, who completed a standard questionnaire and identified potential close contacts. We described the characteristics and yield of TB disease among contacts using means, standard deviation, counts and proportions. We used logistic regression to determine factors associated with TB diagnosis for contacts and reported odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals (95% CI).
We identified 105 index TB cases who identified 358 contacts. The yield of TB disease among the contacts was 11% (39/353). The mean age of the TB contacts was 29.2 years (SD 19.3) and 87.8% (310/353) were household contacts. Body mass index of 18.5 kg/m2 and above was associated with 89% lower odds of TB disease among contacts (OR 0.11, 95% CI: 0.05-0.25). Contacts who had ever smoked were 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with TB disease (OR 3.10, 95% CI: 1.56-6.15). Contacts who used wood/kerosene for cooking had 3.5 times higher odds of TB disease (OR 3.5 95% CI: 1.05-11.72).
Contact screening has a high yield of TB disease. Targeted approach directed towards contacts with malnutrition, smokers, and those using wood/kerosene for cooking may increase TB yield among contacts.

Key words: Tuberculosis, Contacts screening and Bungoma
Implementasi Lean Laundry pada PT. Luxury Indah Jaya Menggunakan Metode Value Stream Mapping
Authors: Sirojudin Tubagus , Yanuar Rahmat Syah Tantri , Aima Hafidz , Sunaryanto Ketut
Published: October 2023

PT. Luxury Indah Jaya merupakan perusahaan yang menjalankan bisnis laundry premium dengan layanan berupa outsource laundry dan salah satunya yang memiliki layanan rental laundry di Indonesia. Meningkatnya permintaan hotel selaku customer akan jasa oursource maupun rental laundry menjadikan perusahaan perlu menyeimbangkan waktu, tenaga kerja, serta stasiun kerja yang efisien dengan mengeliminasi pemborosan yang terjadi agar dapat mengetahui kebutuhan hotel secara optimal dan meningkatkan keuntungan perusahaan. Masalah utama perusahaan adalah belum mampu mengatasi problem internal yaitu tidak efisiennya proses yang menyebabkan tidak tercapai permintaan konsumen apabila terjadi lonjakan permintaan akibat kenaikan okupansi. Tujuan dilakukannya pengamatan ini adalah untuk mengetahui penyebab pemborosan pada lini operasional produksi PT Luxury Indah Jaya dengan pendekatan Lean menggunakan metode Value Stream Mapping. Penyebab dari pemborosan tersebut dianalisis dengan menggunakan Ishikawa diagram dan didapatkan empat jenis pemborosan yang berasal dari Defect, Wating, Overproccessing, dan Motion. Usulan perbaikan dilakukan dengan cara menerapkan preventive maintenance dan penggunaan maintenance report card, membuat maintenance procedure sheet, serta mengubah layout berjenis U Shape untuk mengurangi pemborosan Motion. Setelah dilakukannya implementasi Lean Laundry dan rekomendasi perbaikan, dibuatlah Future Value Stream Mapping sehingga dapat dilakukan perbandingan data sebelum perbaikan nilai Production Lead Time saat ini sebesar 0,75 sec/order, Takt Time 0,30 sec/order, dan Proccess Efficiency Cycle 8,76%. Setelah perbaikan didapatkan nilai Production Lead Time sebesar 0,25 sec/order, Takt Time 0,23 sec/order, dan Proccess Efficiency Cycle 10,98%, yang mana opreasional produksi menjadi lebih efisien dengan waktu produksi lebih singkat dan mampu mencapai target sesuai permintaan hotel.
Clinical effectiveness study of the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis in the elderly
Authors: Gaitur Alexandr
Published: October 2023

Introduction. Acute appendicitis is among the three most frequent surgical diseases. The lifetime likelihood of developing acute appendicitis is around 7%. The incidence of acute appendicitis reduces with age after adolescence. Several studies evaluated the relevance of the current scores to the general population, mostly children, but a limited number of studies have studied the elderly population. This study aims to assess the clinical effectiveness of the new diagnostic score for the elderly population in comparison to both the Alvarado score and the non-standardized score. Material and methods. In order to evaluate the effectiveness of the diagnostic score of acute appendicitis, we examined 78 patients who were admitted to emergency unit of the Saint Archangel Michael Municipal Clinical Hospital during 20182021 with the presumptive diagnosis of acute appendicitis. Of all patients admitted, Acute Appendicitis was confirmed on pathological examination in 22 (28.2%) patients. The average age of patients was 73.5±13.5 years (minimum - 60 years, maximum - 87 years). The ratio of males to females was 1:1.6. Results. Comparative evaluation of the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis and the non-standardized clinical-echographic examination for acute appendicitis diagnosis showed better performance indicators of the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis compared to the non-standardized clinical method for acute appendicitis diagnosis. The high sensitivity of the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis was statistically demonstrated (ƛ2 = 4.32; p < 0.05), a lower rate of missed acute appendicitis cases in the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis (ƛ2 = 4.32; p < 0.05), the „grey area” is lower in the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis (ƛ2 = 5.28; p < 0.05), than in the non-standardized diagnosis. It was shown to have a lower rate of acute appendicitis cases in the „grey area” of the total number of acute appendicitis cases (ƛ2 = 4.9; p < 0.05). Benchmarking indicators such as specificity and diagnostic accuracy showed no statistically significant differences. At the same time, a definite increase in specificity and accuracy was observed for the new diagnostic score of acute appendicitis compared to non-standardized clinical diagnosis. Conclusions. Diagnosing acute appendicitis in elderly patients remains challenging due to the numerous potential diagnoses with similar clinical manifestations that are observed in this patient population. It was necessary to utilize clinical risk-scoring systems that could aid in the prompt identification of patients with acute appendicitis. This study concludes that the New diagnostic score has higher clinical efficiency in diagnosing acute appendicitis in elderly patients. It has a sensitivity of up to 93.15%, compared to the unstandardized clinical method and the Alvarado diagnostic score, and is independent of „risk factors” such as obesity and atypical vermiform appendix localization.
The role of the lateral pterygoid muscle in temporomandibular disorders
Authors: Pantea Vitalie , Tabara Felicia , Ceban Mariana , Burduja Veronica , Nistor Lilian , Ursu Olga
Published: October 2023

Introduction. The clinical concept that would argue that the activity of the lateral pterygoid muscle, being disturbed, would play an important role as an etiological factor in temporomandibular joint dysfunctions is still widely accepted, being also a decisive factor in the correct choice of the treatment plan. However, because of the fact that very few research and clear evidence were conducted and presented to support completely that concept, it continues to remain a very controversial one. Material and methods. For this literature review were considered and studied scientific articles published between 2000 and 2023, in the following electronic databases: PubMed, MEDLINE, Google Scholar, BIR Publications, ScienceDirect. Research methods – analysis, synthesis, systematization, and description. Results. Patients presenting temporomandibular joint dysfunction complain about pain in the temporomandibular joint or/and in masticatory muscles, limitation and sounds during mandibular activity. Temporomandibular dysfunction is a non-specific collective term, used to describe a heterogeneous group of pathological conditions located in the territory of the stomatognathic system. These are considered musculoskeletal conditions that cause pain while performing the function (mastication, speech, swallowing), with increased sensitivity in the masticatory muscles and/or the temporomandibular joint, with possible limitations of the range of motion, the appearance of joint noises and otological symptoms. One of the theories claims that in temporomandibular dysfunction, the lateral pterygoid muscle becomes hyperactive, hypoactive or that there is a lack of coordination between the superior and inferior branches of the muscle, or that there is a disturbance during the performance of the role of the muscle to control and stabilize the temporomandibular joint. However, the in-depth study of the specialized literature indicates that no scientific evidence is yet available that the function of the lateral pterygoid muscles in temporomandibular dysfunction is somehow disturbed. Moreover, the muscle’s role during the execution of its normal function has also been questioned and remains a matter of controversy. Conclusions. The lateral pterygoid muscle obviously plays an important role in the development of temporomandibular dysfunction through the prism of its anatomical and functional particularities, referring to the superior fascicle responsible for the correct anatomical maintenance of the articular disc during function.
Laser ureteroscopic endopyelotomy efficacy in pyeloureteral junction stenosis
Authors: Caraion Vladimir , Plesca Eduard , Mezu Andrei , Maximciuc Corneliu
Published: October 2023

Introduction. Pyeloureteral junction stenosis (PUJS) is a condition that affects urinary drainage at level of the renal pelvis and upper ureter. It is found in approximately 1 in 500 newborns, with a higher prevalence in males (2:1 ratio). PUJS is the main cause of congenital hydronephrosis and can also be caused by other specific pathologies. Endoscopic management is the primary treatment for PUJS, particularly in cases of aperistaltic and <2cm intrinsic ureteral stenosis without aberrant vessels. Aim of the study. Efficacy assessment of endoscopic retrograde incision of PUJS for urinary drainage recovery and duration of postoperatory effect. Material and methods. 5 patients were operated, from November 2022 to February 2023. Each patient has been operated by using retrograde LASER endopyelotomy method. There were excluded patients with extrinsic ureteral obstruction, defected segment more than 2 cm, massive hydronephrosis, split renal function <20%, tumor in the obstruction area, high ureteral insertion, patients <18 years of age. Mean follow-up time of patients is 8 weeks. Results. One month after intervention patients were recalled for investigations. There were observed way more better results in the patients with grade 1 hydronephrosis than those with grade 2 (p = 0.002). All patients at 3-month postoperative follow-up reported resolution of symptoms. Conclusions. Efficacy of LASER endopyelotomy is 99.9% in first months of the follow-up, after double J stent extraction. More follow-up time and patients are required to present more statistically significant results.
Advancements in conjugated polymer research: applications in organic photovoltaics and field effect transistors
Authors: Al-Sarray Ali Jabbar
Published: October 2023

This review provides a comprehensive overview of the development and applications of conjugated polymer semiconductors. The review summarizes the current state of research in this field, including the synthesis and characterization of these materials, their properties, and potential applications. The scope covers a wide range of topics, including organic photovoltaics, organic field-effect transistors, and conjugated polymer nanoparticles. The main findings highlight the significant progress that has been made in this field, with conjugated polymers exhibiting favorable electronic and optical properties, as well as high charge mobility. These materials have shown great potential for use in various applications, including solar cells, light-emitting diodes, and field-effect transistors. The applications are far-reaching, with the potential to revolutionize the electronics industry by providing low-cost, flexible, and environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional inorganic materials. One of the key challenges facing this field is the need to improve the efficiency and stability of conjugated polymer-based devices. While significant progress has been made in this area, there is still much work to be done to develop materials and device architectures that can achieve high performance over extended periods of time. Another challenge is the need to develop scalable manufacturing processes that can produce large quantities of high-quality conjugated polymers at a reasonable cost. The continued advancement of this field holds great promise for the development of new technologies that can improve our lives and help to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Convenient and versatile method of 8-amino-6-(2-R-thiazol-4-yl)-1,7-naphthyridines synthesis
Authors: Konovalenko Artem , Shablykin Oleh , Shablykina Olga , Kozytskyi Andrii , Brovarets Volodymyr
Published: October 2023

On the base of 3-formylpicolinic acid by two successive heterocyclizations (the formation of a pyrone fragment by the cyclization of chloroacetone with the carboxyl and formyl groups; and the construction of the thiazole cycle through the bromination of the acetyl fragment and following interaction with thioamides), 6-(2-(phenyl/thiophen-2-yl)thiazole-4-yl)-8H-pyrano[3,4-b]pyridin-8-ones were obtained; and then the pyrone fragment was converted to pyridone by the action of ammonia under high pressure. When such 6-(2-R-thiazol-4-yl)-1,7-naphthyridin-8(7H)-ones reacted with triflic anhydride, O-sulfonylation of the pyridone fragment occurred, after that triflate group was easily substituted by secondary cyclic aliphatic amines. Thus, a number of new 8-amino-6-(2-R-thiazol-4-yl)-1,7-naphthyridines – previously inaccessible heterocyclic derivatives with promising biological activity – were obtained.
Current trends of chemoinformatics and computer chemistry in drug design: A review
Authors: Myrko Iryna , Chaban Taras , Demchuk Yuriy , Drapak Yana , Chaban Ihor , Drapak Iryna , Pankiv Mariana , Matiychuk Vasyl
Published: October 2023

A crucial direction in the progress of modern medical chemistry is the development and improvement of theoretical investigation methods of drugs mechanisms of action, predicting their activity, and virtual design of new drugs. This review describes the history of targeted search for biologically active compounds, current in silico approaches and tools used in the rational design of potential drugs, in particular the main computational strategies used in modern drug design are presented and outlines the main methodologies for implementing these strategies.