bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Penerapan Sanksi Pidana Pada Pernikahan Siri Rizky Billar dan Lesti Kejora
Authors: Kusumadewi Yessy
Published: December 2021

Perkawinan merupakan hukum yang paling awal dikenal oleh manusia yang ditandai dengan adanya perkawinan antara Adam A.S. dengan Hawa yang kemudian dalam perkembangannya, perkawinan banyak mengalami perubahan disesuaikan dengan perkembangan masyarakat itu sendiri namun tidak menghilangkan atau mengubah syarat serta rukun perkawinan itu sendiri sebagaimana diatur dalam UU No. 1 Tahun 1974 tentang Perkawinan sebagaimana telah diubah dengan Undang-Undang Nomor 16 Tahun 2019 tentang Perubahan Atas Undang-Undang Nomor 1 Tahun 1974 tentang Perkawinan. Adanya UU No. 16 Tahun 2019 tentang Perubahan Atas UU No. 1 Tahun 1974 tentang Perkawinan tidak mengubah keseluruhan pasal dalam UU No. 1 Tahun 1974 namun hanya mengubah pasal tertentu yaitu mengenai batasan usia perkawinan. Pada praktiknya perkawinan yang sering terjadi dalam masyarakat termasuk di kalangan artis adalah perkawinan atau pernikahan siri yang hanya dilakukan dan diakui oleh hukum agama, di mana tujuan utama dilakukan perkawinan siri adalah untuk menghindari terjadinya zina. Namun akhir-akhir ini perkawinan siri yang telah dilakukan oleh pasangan artis Rizky Billar dengan Lesti Kejora (Leslar) menjadi perbincangan hangat dan bahkan dilaporkan oleh Kongres Pemuda di Jawa Timur karena dianggap sebagai kebohongan publik sehingga diancam pidana karena tidak dipublikasikan serta dianggap sebagai bentuk pelanggaran HAM. Oleh karena itu, penulisan ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis, apakah perkawinan siri yang tidak dipublikasikan dapat dipidana, melanggar HAM dan sah atau tidak adanya pengulangan akad perkawinan yang dilakukan oleh Rizky Billar dengan Lesti Kejora.
Aplicação Da Teoria Hermeutico-Constitucional De Konrad Hesse Ao Projeto De Emenda Constitucional 171/93: Redução Da Marioridade Penal
Authors: Costa Luciano Do Nascimento
Published: December 2021

O presente trabalho tem como fito analisar a Proposta de Emenda à Constituição (PEC) n. 171/1993, sob a luz da teoria hermenêutica concretista de Konrad Hesse. Para tanto, será realizado um estudo tripartido
Gebelerde Toxoplazma, Rubella, Sitomegalovirüs Taraması: Yapalım Mı?
Authors: KULAKSIZ Deniz , ERİN Recep , BAKİ ERİN Kübra , BAYOĞLU TEKİN Yeşim
Published: December 2021

Perinatal veya konjenital enfeksiyonlar olarak da adlandırılan TORCH (Toksoplazma, Rubella, Sitomegalovirüs) enfeksiyonları fetüse bulaşarak teratojen etki gösterebilir.

Çalışmadaki amaç, Trabzon ilindeki gebelerde TORCH prevalansını saptamak ve maliyet analizi ile testin gerekliliğini araştırmaktır.

Çalışma retrospektif dosya araştırması şeklinde planlanmıştır. Ocak 2014 ve Aralık 2018 yılları arasında Trabzon Kanuni Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi Kadın Hastalıkları ve Doğum Kliniğinde ayaktan ya da yatarak tedavi almış gebe kadınlar dahil edilmiştir. Dosya taramasından yaş, gravida, parite, VKİ (vücut kitle indeksi), gebelik haftası, fetüs sayısı, özgeçmiş elde edilmiştir. Laboratuvar analizinden TOX IgG/IgM, RV IgG/IgM, CMV IgG/IgM pozitifliği ve avidite verileri elde edilmiştir. Yaş gruplarına göre anlamlılık için ki kare test uygulanmıştır.

Toplam 15985 test yapılmıştır. Anti TOX IgM pozitif olanların yaş ortalaması 27,31±3,45, anti rubella IgM pozitif olanların 28,23±4,53, anti CMV IgM pozitif olanların ki ise 29,01±4,76 idi. Verilerin analizinde gruplar arasında fark yoktu (p>0,05). Anti TOX IgG pozitifliği tüm testlerde %25,9 (n=4142), anti TOX IgM %1,53 (n=145), anti TOX IgGM +’lerde düşük avidite %13,87 (n=34), anti RV IgG %94,8 (n=15149), anti RV IgM %1 (n=161), anti RV IgGM +’lerde düşük avidite %14,2 (n=23), anti CMV IgG %76,1 (n=12163), anti CMV IgM %1 (n=165), anti CMV IgGM +’lerde düşük avidite %0,1 (n=19) bulunmuştur. Toplam test maliyetleri 554329 Türk lirası bulunmuştur.

Sonuç olarak, gebelikte ilk trimesterda anti rubella IgG taranmasını önerilmektedir. Hem maliyet hem de IgGM pozitif çıkanlardaki çok düşük doğrulama testi pozitifliği göz önüne alındığında toxoplazma ve CMV taranmasını önerilmemektedir.
Hemşirelik Dördüncü Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Beyin Göçüne Yönelik Tutumlarının Yordayıcısı Olarak Kariyer Karar Verme ve Kariyer Karar Verme Yetkinlikleri
Authors: TURAN Fatma Dilek
Published: December 2021

Araştırma hemşirelik dördüncü sınıf öğrencilerinin beyin göçüne yönelik tutumlarının yordayıcısı olarak, kariyer karar verme ve kariyer karar verme yetkinliklerini değerlendirmek amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırma 20 Aralık 2020-20 Ocak 2021 tarihlerinde bir devlet üniversitesinin hemşirelik bölümü 90 dördüncü sınıf öğrencisinde yapılmıştır. Veriler, “Öğrenci Tanıtım Formu”, “Hemşirelik Öğrencilerinde Beyin Göçüne Yönelik Tutum Ölçeği”, “Kariyer Kararı Ölçeği”, “Kariyer Kararı Yetkinlik Ölçeği” ile toplanmıştır. Ölçek puanlarının artması sırasıyla; beyin göçüne yönelik tutumların yükseldiğini, öğrencilerin kariyerleri ile ilgili karar verebildiğini, öğrencilerin kariyer kararlarını vermede kendilerini yetkin gördüklerini göstermektedir. Araştırmanın yapılabilmesi için ölçek sahiplerinden, etik kuruldan ve kurumdan izin, katılımcılardan aydınlatılmış onam alınmıştır. Öğrencilerin genel beyin göçü ölçek puan ortalamaları yüksek (51,15±11,31), çekirdek aile yapısına sahip olan ve kariyer hedefi olan öğrenci hemşirelerin ölçek puanları daha yüksek bulunmuştur (p
Ön Lisans İş Sağlığı ve Güvenliği Eğitiminin Mevcut Durumunun Analizine Yönelik Bir Araştırma
Authors: TUNA Hasan , KARAÇAM Hikmet
Published: December 2021

İş sağlığı ve güvenliği çok disiplinli (mühendislik, kimya, fizik, hukuk, tıp vb.) bir bilim dalıdır. İş sağlığı ve güvenliği alanında farklı görevlerde ve farklı bilgi, beceri, yetenek düzeylerinde çalışacak nitelikli eleman eksikliği bulunmaktadır. Bu ihtiyacın büyüklüğünden kaynaklı birçok vakıf ve devlet üniversitesinde iş sağlığı ve güvenliği ön lisans programları açılmıştır. Ön lisans program sayısındaki bu artış bazı sıkıntıları da beraberinde getirmiştir.

Bu araştırmada, Türkiye’deki ön lisans iş sağlığı ve güvenliği programları incelenerek çeşitlilik gösteren programlar arasında bir birlikteliğin var olup olmadığı ve ön lisans eğitiminin mevcut durumunun belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Bu amaçla Türkiye’deki 78 iş sağlığı ve güvenliği ön lisans programının ders planı ve ders içeriği, internet verilerine dayanılarak incelenmiştir.

İş sağlığı ve güvenliği ön lisans programları değerlendirildiğinde standart bir uygulama bulunmadığı saptanmıştır. Araştırmada farklı ders adları, farklı krediler ve farklı dönemlerde okutulan derslerle karşılaşılmıştır. Programlar arası bir birliktelik değil dağınıklık ve kopukluk olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda, ön lisans iş sağlığı ve güvenliği eğitiminde bir standart olması gerekliliği ortaya çıkmıştır.
Quality Matters as Much as Quantity of Skeletal Muscle: Clinical Implications of Myosteatosis in Cardiometabolic Health
Authors: Kim Hong-Kyu , Kim Chul-Hee
Published: December 2021

Although age-related changes in skeletal muscles are closely associated with decreases in muscle strength and functional decline, their associations with cardiometabolic diseases in the literature are inconsistent. Such inconsistency could be explained by the fact that muscle quality—which is closely associated with fatty infiltration of the muscle (i.e., myosteatosis)—is as important as muscle quantity in cardiometabolic health. However, muscle quality has been less explored compared with muscle mass. Moreover, the standard definition of myosteatosis and its assessment methods have not been established yet. Recently, some techniques using single axial computed tomography (CT) images have been introduced and utilized in many studies, as the mass and quality of abdominal muscles could be measured opportunistically on abdominal CT scans obtained during routine clinical care. Yet, the mechanisms by which myosteatosis affect metabolic and cardiovascular health remain largely unknown. In this review, we explore the recent advances in the assessment of myosteatosis and its changes associated with aging. We also review the recent literature on the clinical implication of myosteatosis by focusing on metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. Finally, we discuss the challenges and unanswered questions that need addressing to set myosteatosis as a therapeutic target for the prevention or treatment of cardiometabolic diseases.
Massive Star Cluster Formation and Destruction in Luminous Infrared Galaxies in GOALS. II. An ACS/WFC3 Survey of Nearby LIRGs
Authors: Linden S. T. , Evans A. S. , Larson K. , Privon G. C. , Armus L. , Rich J. , Díaz-Santos T. , Murphy E. J. , Song Y. , Barcos-Muñoz L. , Howell J. , Charmandaris V. , Inami H. , U V. , Surace J. A. , Mazzarella J. M. , Calzetti D.
Published: December 2021

We present the results of a Hubble Space Telescope WFC3 near-UV and Advanced Camera for Surveys Wide Field Channel optical study into the star cluster populations of a sample of 10 luminous infrared galaxies (LIRGs) in the Great Observatories All-Sky LIRG Survey. Through integrated broadband photometry we have derived ages, masses, and extinctions for a total of 1027 star clusters in galaxies with d

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Thomson Scattering in the Lower Corona in the Presence of Sunspots
Authors: Saint-Hilaire Pascal , Martínez Oliveros Juan Carlos , Hudson Hugh S.
Published: December 2021

Polarized scattered light from low (few tens of megameter altitudes) coronal transients has been recently reported in Solar Dynamics Observatory/Helioseismic and Magnetic Image (HMI) observations. In a classic paper, Minnaert (1930) provided an analytic theory of polarization via electron scattering in the corona. His work assumed axisymmetric input from the photosphere with a single-parameter limb-darkening function. This diagnostic has recently been used to estimate the free-electron number and mass of HMI transients near the solar limb, but it applies equally well to any coronal material, at any height. Here we extend his work numerically to incorporate sunspots, which can strongly effect the polarization properties of the scattered light in the low corona. Sunspot effects are explored first for axisymmetric model cases, and then applied to the full description of two sunspot groups as observed by HMI. We find that (1) as previously reported by Minnaert, limb darkening has a strong influence, usually increasing the level of linear polarization tangential to the limb; (2) unsurprisingly, the effects of the sunspot generally increase at the lower scatterer altitudes, and increase the larger the sunspot is and the closer to their center the scatterer subpoint is; (3) assuming the Stokes Q > 0 basis to be tangential to the limb, sunspots typically decrease the Stokes Q/I polarization and the perceived electron densities below the spotless case, sometimes dramatically; and (4) typically, a sizeable non-zero Stokes U/I polarization component will appear when a sunspot’s influence becomes non-negligible. However, that is not true in rare cases of extreme symmetry (e.g., scattering mass at the center of an axisymmetric sunspot). The tools developed here are generally applicable to an arbitrary image input.
Bats from the Pedra Branca Forest, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Authors: Tavares Jonatas , Novaes Roberto , Veríssimo Iuri , Kuzel Maria Alice , da Costa-Neto Sócrates , Rangel Caroline , Borges Mylena , Medrado Helena , Alves Bruno , Souza Renan , Pinto Menezes Ana Carolina , Menezes-Júnior Luis Fernando , Dias Daniela , de Andreazzi Cecilia , Gentile Rosana , Moratelli Ricardo
Published: December 2021

The Pedra Branca Forest is located in a highly-urbanised region of the central portion of Rio de Janeiro City, comprises the largest urban forest on the continent and is isolated from other Atlantic Forest remnants. The local flora and fauna are protected by three conservation units (Pedra Branca State Park, Prainha Municipal Natural Park and Guaratiba State Biological Reserve) and one biological station (Fiocruz Atlantic Forest Biological Station—EFMA). Here, we provide an updated list of the bat fauna for the remnant. The results are based on samplings at EFMA and literature data from Pedra Branca State Park and Prainha Natural Park. The three sampling sites combined resulted in 31 species, 23 genera and four families. Phyllostomidae was the richest family with 24 species, followed by Vespertilionidae with five species (3%) and Molossidae and Noctilionidae with one species. The local bat fauna was predominantly composed of species with a broad geographic distribution.
Prioritization of ecosystem services related to the natural heritage of Bulgaria
Authors: Nedkov Stoyan , Mitova Radenka , Nikolova Mariyana , Borisova Bilyana , Hristova Desislava , Semerdzhieva Lidiya , Zhiyanski Miglena , Prodanova Hristina
Published: December 2021

Natural heritage (NH) is an important element of the natural capital of each country, and as such, represents key assets that deliver various benefits to the citizens. The rich and diverse NH of Bulgaria is a prerequisite for the development of various activities such as recreation and tourism, but these activities have also negative impact on some of the NH’s elements. The concept of ecosystem services (ES) has the potential for bridging the gap between the conservation and exploitation needs. In this paper, we propose an approach to prioritizing the ES provided by the natural heritage of Bulgaria for the needs of recreation and tourism. The approach is designed for the mapping of the NH but it can also support the overall process of mapping and assessment of ES. It is based on application of ES prioritization matrix (ESPM) and a five-step algorithm designed to differentiate ES into priority levels according to their significance to recreation and tourism. Through the application of the proposed approach we were able to sort out the ES into three groups (high, medium and low priority) according to their importance to recreation and tourism. The first group contains obligatory ES for each mapping and assessment activity from national to local level. The second group contains optional ES recommended for studies at regional level, while the services can be selected according to the specifics of the study. The low priority ES are recommended for local level studies in cases where the assessment requires high details and accuracy. The mapping of high priority ES at national level shows that the products of the approach can be easily adapted for various studies for assessment of NH and sustainable tourism practices using the conventional mapping methods.
Mapping of ecosystems in Bulgaria for the needs of natural heritage assessment
Authors: Hristova Desislava , Stoycheva Vanya
Published: December 2021

The main purpose of the paper is to explore the relationship between the CORINE Land Cover (CLC) classification and the MAES typology in order to develop a basis for mapping of ecosystems at national level in Bulgaria, which could ensure a spatial framework for mapping and assessment of the ecosystem services provided by the natural heritage. Identifying the necessary data for our purposes, we found that, in spatial terms, CLC data is the only appropriate data source. The subtypes of ecosystems at Level 3 of the classification of ecosystems in Bulgaria (based on the European MAES classification) are identified as mapping units. Firstly, we decided to analyze the links between the CLC and the MAES BG classes through five categories of correspondence: 1) full correspondence – one CLC class corresponds to one MAES BG subtype; 2) multi-directional links – one or more CLC classes correspond to one MAES BG subtype; 3) discrepancies that necessitate further analyses; 4) CLC classes that are not found in Bulgaria; 5) MAES BG subtypes that have no correspondence to a CLC class. Secondly, we prepared a comparison table to determine the correspondence between the CLC classes and ecosystem subtypes, which we integrated into the GIS environment. Thirdly, we developed an algorithm for modifications of the spatial distribution of ecosystem subtypes. The algorithm was applied particularly to grasslands, where at Level 3 of CLC there are two classes of "grassland”, whereas at Level 3 of the classification of ecosystems in Bulgaria, the subtypes are five. This algorithm was applied to the 2018 CLC spatial data so as to develop a GIS database providing the basis for subsequent analyzes related to ecosystems. The database was used to delineate and map the ecosystems at national level in Bulgaria. Furthermore, a map of the potential of the natural heritage to provide ecosystem services was produced.
Cultural ecosystem services for development of nature-based tourism in Bulgaria
Authors: Nikolova Mariyana , Stoyanova Velimira , Varadzhakova Desislava , Ravnachka Aleksandra
Published: December 2021

The rich and diverse Natural Heritage of Bulgaria is a prerequisite for the development of nature- based tourism (NBT) of a new type. The research is carried out by the implementation of the ecosystem approach. The results include an assessment of the natural heritage capacity to provide goods and services for the development of NBT in the Tourist Regions (TR) of Bulgaria. The results show the spatial distribution of the natural heritage sites in all nine TR in Bulgaria and their natural capacity for development of different types of NBT. There are only 37 municipalities out of 265 with not a one Natural Heritage (NH) site, and all the rest have natural resources to develop NBT. The results can be of use for the achievement of the goals for sustainable tourism by assessment of the capacity to provide recreation ecosystem services (RES).
Les missions de la Marine française
Authors: Vandier Pierre , Euvé François
Published: December 2021

La mer représente un enjeu stratégique important à l’heure où l’on assiste à un réarmement massif des océans. Par sa Marine nationale, la France y est encore très présente. Le chef d’état-major de la Marine en présente les caractéristiques principales et les grandes missions, qui ne sont pas toujours connues. De la lutte contre la piraterie à la protection de l’environnement, les activités sont variées.
L’incendie de Notre-Dame, une émotion patrimoniale
Authors: Cuchet Guillaume
Published: December 2021

L’incendie de Notre-Dame de Paris a suscité en France et dans le monde une émotion dont on a bien senti, sur le moment, qu’elle venait de loin. Forgée dans les entrailles d’une mémoire profonde, elle a trouvé dans l’événement l’occasion de remonter à la surface en amalgamant des choses différentes. Qu’est-ce que l’historien peut en dire ? D’où venait cette émotion ? De quoi était-elle constituée ? Comment rendre compte de son intensité, par-delà le côté visuellement très spectaculaire de l’événement ? De quoi était-elle l’indice ou le symptôme ? Et de quel avenir, peut-être, est-elle grosse ?
Le style de leadership de la direction des entreprises est-il lié à la trajectoire du propriétaire-dirigeant ? Une étude à partir des TPE béninoises
Authors: Togodo Azon Aimé , Pichault François
Published: December 2021

Plusieurs études ont montré le rôle du leadership du dirigeant sur la performance de l’organisation. Dans la quête de ce qui peut façonner le leadership du propriétaire-dirigeant, la présente étude s’est focalisée sur la trajectoire de celui-ci. À travers une démarche quantitative hypothético-déductive auprès de propriétaires-dirigeants de 50 0 Très Petites Entreprises béninoises, appuyée d’une approche qualitative sur la base d’interviews et de focus groupes, l’étude a fait ressortir les caractéristiques de la trajectoire des propriétaires-dirigeants de TPE béninoises. Les résultats ont montré une influence positive et significative mais non univoque de la trajectoire sur le style de leadership de ces dirigeants et le rôle particulier des facteurs socioculturels dans cette relation.
Mobiliser le concept de « ligne de fuite » pour explorer une innovation organisationnelle : le cas d’un groupe bancaire
Authors: Quemener Yann , Aït Razouk Abdelwahab
Published: December 2021

L’objet de cet article est d’étudier l’innovation organisationnelle comme une émancipation de l’ordre établi en s’appuyant sur le concept de ligne de fuite, au cœur de la métaphysique du désir de Deleuze et Guattari (1972, 1980). Nous nous sommes appuyés sur l’étude du cas de la mise en œuvre d’un nouveau dispositif organisationnel au sein d’un groupe bancaire. L’étude de cas a montré que l’émancipation de l’ordre établi est une déterritorialisation susceptible, sous certaines conditions, de conduire à une innovation. Cette émancipation ne va toutefois pas sans tentatives de reterritorialisation visant à rétablir les conditions de l’ordre établi. L’étude de cas montre également que leur position d’entre-deux, confère un rôle particulier aux managers intermédiaires, dans ces mouvements de déterritorialisation/reterritorialisation.
On the determination of first-mode stress intensity factors and T-stress in a continuous functionally graded beam using digital image correlation method
Authors: Abood Ahmed M. ,   Department of mechanical engineering, College of engineering, University of Basrah, Basrah, ‎Iraq, Khazal Haider , Hassan Abdulkareem F.
Published: December 2021

In this study, fracture parameters of epoxy/glass functionally graded composite were determined experimentally using the digital image correlation (DIC) method. A functionally graded material (FGM) with continuous variation in elastic properties was manufactured by gravity casting in vertical template. A 30% volume fraction of glass spheres was dispersed in a low viscosity resin. A single edge crack specimen was examined in a three-point bending test under mode Ⅰ loading with cracks along the gradient tendency of the material properties. The mechanical properties of FGM were calculated according to ASTM D638. The DIC technique was adopted to obtain the deformation region around the crack tip. William's series was employed to calculate stress intensity factor and T-stress. The experimental results then verified by solving the FE model using ABAQUS program. The comparison between DIC and numerical results illustrated a largely acceptable achievement.
A strong convergence theorem for solving pseudo-monotone variational inequalities and fixed point problems using subgradient extragradient method in Banach spaces
Authors: Ma Fei ,   School of Mathematics and Statistics, Xianyang Normal University, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi, China, Yang Jun , Yin Min
Published: December 2021

In this paper, we introduce an algorithm for solving variational inequalities problem with Lipschitz continuous and pseudomonotone mapping in Banach space. We modify the subgradient extragradient method with a new and simple iterative step size, and the strong convergence to a common solution of the variational inequalities and fixed point problems is established without the knowledge of the Lipschitz constant. Finally, a numerical experiment is given in support of our results.
Who's Afraid of Mathematical Diagrams?
Authors: De Toffoli Silvia
Published: December 2021

Mathematical diagrams are frequently used in contemporary mathematics. They are, however, widely seen as not contributing to the justificatory force of proofs: they are considered to be either mere illustrations or shorthand for non-diagrammatic expressions.   Moreover, when they are used inferentially, they are seen as threatening the reliability of proofs.  In this paper, I examine certain examples of diagrams that resist this type of dismissive characterization. By presenting two diagrammatic proofs, one from topology and one from algebra, I show that diagrams form genuine notational systems, and I argue that this explains why they can play a role in the inferential structure of proofs without undermining their reliability.  I then consider whether diagrams can be essential to the proofs in which they appear.@font-face{font-family:"Cambria Math";panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4;mso-font-charset:0;mso-generic-font-family:roman;mso-font-pitch:variable;mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;}@font-face{font-family:Calibri;panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4;mso-font-charset:0;mso-generic-font-family:swiss;mso-font-pitch:variable;mso-font-signature:-536859905 -1073697537 9 0 511 0;}p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal{mso-style-unhide:no;mso-style-qformat:yes;mso-style-parent:"";margin:0in;line-height:200%;mso-pagination:widow-orphan;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;}.MsoChpDefault{mso-style-type:export-only;mso-default-props:yes;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;}.MsoPapDefault{mso-style-type:export-only;line-height:200%;}div.WordSection1{page:WordSection1;}
Calcium ion adsorption of Leucaena leucocephala wood biochar activated with coconut vinegar
Authors: Udawatta M. M. , De Silva R. C. L. , De Silva D. S. M.
Published: December 2021

A positive correlation has been reported recently among the number of Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology (CKDu) patients and the levels of groundwater hardness. Hence, the need for a low cost and a simple domestic process to reduce the hardness of potable water is identified to improve living standards of low-income communities in these disease affected areas. Biochar has emerged as a low cost adsorbent for water treatment, because of its abundance and cost-effectiveness. This study was aimed to evaluate the ability of natural coconut vinegar, in activating Leucaena leucocephala wood biochar to be used in calcium ion (Ca2+) removal from potable water. Column tests showed a 1.7 fold increase of Ca2+ adsorption capacity and a 7 fold increase of Ca2+ retaining capacity upon the vinegar treatment. Batch studies matched with both Langmuir (R2 = 0.9761) and Freundlich (R2 = 0.9785) isotherm models. Ca2+ amount in solutions were measured using flame photometry. Ca2+ adsorption capacities of raw biochar and activated biochar determined by column tests ranged from 3.10-3.82 mg/g and 5.27-6.68 mg/g respectively while Ca2+ retaining capacities ranged from 0.16-0.22 mg/g and 1.28-1.4 mg/g respectively. Fourier transform infrared spectra, suggests hydration of the C-O-C bridges of the biochar surface introducing new -O-H groups and possible introduction of carbonyl/ ester/carboxylic functional groups to the biochar surface upon vinegar treatment. According to scanning electron microscopy porosity of the biochar remained stable after the vinegar treatment.
Living on Borrowed Identity: Negotiating the challenges of Sri Lankan Pirivena education and upholding the identity as Buddhist monks
Authors: Ruwanpathirana Nirosha , Udayanga Samitha , Lakmali B. K. D.
Published: December 2021

The Buddhist education system was well integrated into the Sri Lankan intelligence tradition for millennia. However, its importance had been severely declined soon after the lay-focus missionary education system was established in Ceylon (Sri Lanka) during the British colonisation. Because the government of Sri Lanka mainstreamed and facilitated a lay-focused education system as a priority welfare concern, the Pirivenaeducation system has been neglected and under facilitated. However, the contribution of the Pirivenais still essential for student-Buddhist monks because their education relies on the Pirivenaeducation system substantially, but it encounters certain challenges in the modern-day. Therefore, this study seeks to identify certain challenges Buddhist monks encounter when they learn in Pirivenas while striving to establish a sound relationship with the lay society, simultaneously upholding their identity as Buddhist monks. A qualitative case study design was employed for this research, and thematic analysis was applied. The analysis indicates that the internal culture of the Pirivenaeducation institution has important implications for Bhikkhu’s education. The influence of the unique hierarchical organisation of power and authority with educational institutions is also recognised as critical for education among student Buddhist monks. Conscious behavioural changes during the transition from laity to monkhood is another crucial determinant that causes challenges in Pirivenaeducation. Overall, it is argued that there is an urgent need of revising the existing Pirivenaeducation system whilst reflecting the dynamics of changing Sri Lankan society.
Selecting an Own Path: Gender Differences of Self-Employment by Major Industry Groups in Sri Lanka
Authors: Gunathilaka D. K. M. , Samaraweera G. R. S. R. C.
Published: December 2021

Gender specific diversity of Self-employment is taking place in the labour market, including nearly sixty percent of the informal sector employment in Sri Lanka. Involvement in Self-employment is higher among males than the females, thus showing the general gender disparity in the Sri Lankan labour market. However, gender specific involvements differ by the nature of self-employment. This study examines the gender differences of self-employment by major industry groups in Sri Lanka, including agriculture, industry and services. The Sri Lanka Labour Force Survey (2018) conducted by the Department of Census and Statistics was used as the data source and nine binary logistic regression models were applied for the analysis. Results revealed that gender is a significant factor on self-employment choice in each sector. Women are less prone to be self-employed in the agricultural and services sectors while they are highly prone to be self-employed in the industrial sector. Occupational choices under self-employment also considerably differ for men and women. Gender specific policies were finally suggested to promote self-employment in each major industry groups in Sri Lanka by enhancing awareness, training opportunities and introducing educational reforms in both school and higher education.
Do depression, anxiety, emotional intelligence, and sleep quality affect diabetes management self-efficacy in Korean women with gestational diabetes in pregnancy?: a descriptive correlational study
Authors: Lee Hoon Ah , Jang Keum Seong
Published: December 2021

Purpose: This study aimed to identify factors associated with diabetes management self-efficacy in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in Korea.Methods: A total of 173 pregnant women with GDM in Korea were recruited by posting announcements at two Korean online communities focusing on pregnancy and GDM. Participants completed a structured online survey from July to September 2018. Thirteen inappropriate responses were excluded and a total of 160 questionnaires were used in the final analysis. Descriptive statistics were calculated and multiple regression with the enter method was done to identify the associations of depressive mood, anxiety, emotional intelligence, and sleep quality with diabetes management self-efficacy. The SPSS version 23.0 (IBM Corp.) was used for the analysis. Results: Respondents reported a moderately depressive mood (mean, 10.36), low to moderate anxiety (mean, 41.65), above-average emotional intelligence (mean, 78.04), moderate sleep quality (mean 42.01), and above-average diabetes management self-efficacy (mean, 52.29). The major factor associated with diabetes management self-efficacy of pregnant women with GDM was emotional intelligence (β=.51, p<.001). Other factors, in descending order of influence, were sleep quality (β=.22, p<.001) and exercise (β=.18, p=.004). Taken together, the aforementioned factors explained 34.6% (F=39.53, p<.001) of the total variance. Conclusion: The results of this study suggest that to improve the diabetes management self-efficacy of pregnant women with GDM, it is necessary to develop an education program that can also enhance emotional intelligence, sleep quality, and exercise.
Comparison of infant mortality and associated factors between Korean and immigrant women in Korea: an 11-year longitudinal study
Authors: Kim Kyung Won , Nho Ju-Hee , Kim Sooyoung , Park Byeongje , Park Sanghee , Kang Bobae , Kim Sun-Hee
Published: December 2021

Purpose: This study compared infant mortality and the factors associated with infant mortality between Korean and immigrant women using vital statistics gathered by Statistics Korea.Methods: Birth and death statistics from the period between 2009 and 2019 were extracted from the census of population dynamics data of the Microdata Integrated Service, Korea. Statistical data were derived from a complete survey and infant mortality was analyzed from mortality statistics data. Descriptive statistics were used for comparison. Results: The average infant mortality rate (IMR) of Korean women was 2.7, which did not change significantly between 2009 and 2019; however, the IMR of immigrant women increased significantly in 2018 to 4.2 and subsequently decreased to 2.6 in 2019. Moreover, the age of Korean and immigrant women at the time of infant death gradually increased from 31.1 years and 25.9 years in 2009 to 32.8 years and 30.9 years in 2019, respectively. The gestational age was lower for deceased infants born to immigrant women (mean, 31.0 weeks; standard deviation [SD], 6.4; median, 30.0) compared to those born to Korean women (mean, 31.7 weeks; SD, 6.5; median, 32.0). Immigrant women (91.7%) received slightly fewer antenatal care (ANC) visits compared to Korean women (93.1%). Meanwhile, the birth weights of infants born to Korean and immigrant women showed a tendency toward gradual decline from 2009 through 2019. Conclusion: It is vital to devise a plan to lower the IMR of immigrant women in Korea. Moreover, it is necessary to explore the factors related to infant mortality among immigrant women within the context of Korean societal situation, culture, and home environment.
Methods and parameters of melting curve analysis for identification of Leishmania species
Authors: Ferreira Juliana J G , Nascimento Fernanda S , Marcon Gláucia E B , de Almeida Eros A , Costa Sandra C B
Published: December 2021

Leishmaniasis is a set of diseases with a worldwide distribution that affects mainly economically underprivileged populations in developing countries. It has a major impact on public health, with a global cost of billions of dollars per year. The treatment and control of leishmaniasis vary according to the Leishmania species involved, which require reliable methods for species identification. Since most of the currently used methods have limitations, there is a need for assays that allow rapid, precise identification of the offending species. Real-time polymerase chain reactions in conjunction with dissociation curve analysis have been used to detect differences in the DNA composition of selected genes of Leishmania spp. Kinetoplast DNA is the main molecular target used because of its high copy number per parasite, but other targets have also been studied. As part of an effort to establish melting temperature standards for each target gene, we have reviewed the pertinent literature available in public databases, including PubMed, Web of Science, SciELO and LILACS, using the keywords “Leishmania”, “leishmaniasis”, “real-time PCR”, “melting temperature”, and “melting curve”, alone or in combination. After applying eligibility criteria, 27 articles were selected for analysis. A considerable variation in the methodologies analyzed was found regarding molecular targets, standardization of the methods, reproducibility and specificity. Because of this, statistical analysis was not performed. In most cases, the methods were able to differentiate the parasite at the subgenus level or few species regardless of the target chosen.
Comparison of 1550-nm nonablative fractional laser versus 755-nm picosecond laser with diffractive lens array for atrophic facial acne scars in asian skin
Authors: Lin Mao-Ying , Hu Sindy , Lin Chrang-Shi , Chung Wen-Hung
Published: December 2021

Background:

Nonablative lasers are popular alternatives for atrophic acne scar treatment in Asia.

Objectives:

We aimed to compare the efficacy and safety between 1550-nm nonablative fractional laser (NAFL) and 755-nm picosecond laser with diffractive lens array (DLA) in Asian patients.

Methods:

Twenty-three patients with atrophic acne scars received three sessions of split-face treatment with 1550-nm NAFL on one side and 755-nm picosecond laser with DLA on the other side. Sessions were applied at 8-week interval. Blinded dermatologists assessed efficacy through baseline and follow-up photographs.

Results:

A greater improvement in atrophic facial acne scars was observed on the 1550-nm NAFL side than on the 755-nm picosecond laser side (P < 0.05). Pain was significantly more severe on the 1550-nm NAFL side than the 755-nm picosecond laser side (P < 0.05). Adverse effects on the 1550-nm NAFL side included prolonged erythema, acneiform eruptions, superficial crusting, and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation. Only transient erythema was observed on the 755-nm picosecond laser side.

Conclusion:

Although the 1550-nm NAFL showed superior efficacy to the 755-nm picosecond laser with DLA for the treatment of atrophic facial acne scars, the latter was associated with fewer adverse effects and may be the best choice for those who request “little-to-no down-time” treatments.
Taiwan dermatological association recommendations for coronavirus disease of 2019 vaccination in patients treated with immunotherapeutics
Authors: Lee Chih-Hung , Huang Yu-Huei , Chu Chia-Yu
Published: December 2021

This article aims to present current COVID-19 vaccination considerations for patients on immunotherapeutics for the management of immune-mediated dermatological diseases and summarize the recommendations relevant to clinical practice in Taiwan. These Taiwan Dermatological Association (TDA) recommendations are intended to be dynamic in nature and serve as an interim guide to optimize patient care at this current juncture. It is expected that our clinical practice would continually evolve and be informed by new evidence that emerges in this pandemic.
Impact of articulation therapy on perceptual characteristics of bilabials in children with repaired cleft lip and palate
Authors: Manjunath Sushma , Pushpavathi M. , Sankar R. Gop
Published: December 2021

Purpose:

The study's objectives were to assess the effect of articulation therapy for bilabials on SODA errors, cleft type errors (CTEs), and percentage of correct consonants-revised (PCC-R) in children with repaired cleft lip and palate.

Methods:

Single-subject with multiple baselines research design was used to investigate the changes in bilabials across four-time points. Four participants with repaired cleft lip and palate (RCLP) between 4 and 7.11 years were considered. For the assessment, pictures of six words were visually presented, and the participants were asked to name them. Three speech-language pathologists identified SODA errors and cleft type errors (CTE), based on which PCC-R was calculated. Participants underwent ten intensive articulation therapy sessions: phase I focused on auditory discrimination training and phase II on production training. The production training mainly focused on the phonetic placement approach, shaping the target sound, and improving the oral airflow.

Results:

Overall, SODA error analysis revealed substitution and distortion errors during the baseline assessment. CTE analysis indicated weak oral pressure consonant followed by a glottal stop, nasalization of voiced pressure, nasal consonants for oral pressure consonants, and voicing errors. PCC-R scores ranged from 0% to 83.33%. Assessment 4 indicated only distortion errors during SODA error analysis, weak oral pressure consonants during CTE analysis PCC-R was 100%. The obtained results indicate an improvement in the articulation placement and oral airflow; thus, the participants benefited from the intervention program.
Rehabilitation using dental implants following closure of large alveolar cleft defect by HYDIS-TB appliance
Authors: Singh Navneet , Bhutiani Neha , Tripathi Tulika , Rai Priyank
Published: December 2021

Restoration of missing oral tissues in patients with cleft lip and palate is the biggest challenge in their rehabilitation. In this report, we described the postdistraction rehabilitation and 1-year follow-up of the regenerated bone by implant-supported prosthesis and orthodontic tooth movement. A novel distraction appliance regenerated natural bone which is compatible for both implant placement and orthodontic tooth movement, thereby restoring adequate function and esthetics.
Airway consideration in cleft patients-challenges and approaches
Authors: Gupta Nidhi , Nagar Kriti , Dixit Priya , Tiwari Tanmay , Srivastava Vinod Kumar , Singh Prem Raj
Published: December 2021

Over the last few decades, there is a paramount shift in the implementation of pediatric anesthesia. Although for most of the time, difficult airway scenarios are well-planned and executed, occasionally an unanticipated difficult situation may still arise. This is more common in patients with orofacial anomalies such as cleft lip and palate which constitute one of the most common craniofacial anomalies. Various approaches to difficult airway management in an infant undergoing cleft repair have been described in the literature. However, no approach is considered ideal. It depends on age, associated anomalies, at hand resources, and the skill of the anesthesiologist. The unique anatomical and physiological features of pediatric airways impose additional challenges. The evolution of advanced airway modalities such as video laryngoscopes (VLs) and fiber-optic bronchoscopes had a major impact on the practice of anesthesia and the management of difficult airway scenarios in children and neonates. This article focuses on airway assessment and various current techniques and equipment used in airway management of cleft anomalies. Pediatric airway devices such as supraglottic airways, VLs, and fiber-optic bronchoscopes are briefly discussed with the benefits and limitations of each device. Recent studies describe specific problems as well as advantages with the usage of these devices.
Variable expression of Van der Woude syndrome in the same family
Authors: Mahajan Ravi Kumar , Ali Sheikh Sarfraz , Jameel Sana , Sharma Samik
Published: December 2021

Van der Woude syndrome is a rare congenital condition with autosomal dominant traits. This autosomal dominant syndrome had been reported to have a penetrance of 80% with variable expression.[1] This genetic disorder is characterized by the combination of lip pits, cleft lip with or without cleft palate, and cleft palate only. Even within the families, there is a wide variability of affected gene expressions. It is very important to establish the correct diagnosis so that genetic counseling can be recommended in such cases. Here, we report cases of Van der Woude syndrome in the same family having the same genetic inheritance with variable expression.
Efficacy of palliative herbal decoction (Darvyadi Kwatha) with lifestyle modification in the management of prediabetes (Prameha)
Authors: Yadav Uttamram , Bhatted Santosh K.
Published: December 2021

Background:

Prediabetes is a pathological condition that is characterized by an increase in sugar level within the normal limit and a diagnostic range of diabetes mellitus (DM). Timely untreated prediabetes turns into DM within a year and systemic complications occur, such as retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy, etc. During later stages of the disease, all systems of the body are affected. The management of prediabetes includes oral hypoglycemic drugs. Based on signs and symptoms, prediabetes can be correlated to the disease Prameha.

Aim and Objectives:

Evaluate the efficacy of oral administration of Darvyadi Kwatha (~herbal decoction) with lifestyle modification in prediabetes (Prameha).

Materials and Methods:

After the approval of Institutional Review Board, Independent Ethics Committee, and clinical trial registration in CTRI, 20 patients suffering with Prameha (~prediabetes) were registered in the clinical trial. Assessment criteria were: reduction in glycated hemoglobin (HBA1c), fasting plasma glucose (FBS), postprandial plasma glucose (PPBS), improvement in Agnibala (~strength of digestion and metabolism), Dehabala (~physical strength), and Satvabala (~mental strength), relief in signs and symptoms of prediabetes, and improvement in quality of life (SF-36 Score). Oral administration of Darvyadi Kwatha and lifestyle modification was given. Assessment was done on the 46th, 76th, 107th, and 120th day and Student paired t-test was used for analysis of data.

Results:

The outcomes showed a statistically highly significant reduction in assessment parameters (HBA1c [mean ± standard deviation [SD] before treatment [BT] 6.07 ± 0.26 and after treatment [AT] 5.78 ± 0.22] [<0.001], FBS [mean ± SD BT 116.6 ± 12.5 and AT 102.0 ± 0.8.1] [<0.001], and PPBS [mean ± SD BT 168.7 ± 19.7 and AT 118.6 ± 12.0] [<0.001]).

Conclusion:

This clinical study concludes that Ayurveda medicine (Darvyadi Kwatha and lifestyle modification) is effective in the treatment and prevention of prediabetes turning into DM.
Anatomical and genetic identification of two Euphorbia species
Authors: Acharya Rabinarayan , Roy Sudipta , Harisha Channappa R. , Hegde Satisha , Ranade Anagha
Published: December 2021

Background:

Euphorbia antiquorum L. and Euphorbia neriifolia L. belong to the family Euphorbiaceae. E. antiquorum and E. neriifolia are considered as botanical source of Tridhara Snuhi and Snuhi, respectively. E. antiquorum has been reported for its anticancer effect in different cancer cell lines and E. neriifolia is traditionally used in the management of digestive problem, respiratory problem, etc. The present study was designed to evaluate anatomical and genetic characterization of E. antiquorum and E. neriifolia.

Material and Methods:

Anatomical evaluation was assessed through macroscopic and microsopic evaluation of stem and leaf of both the plants, whereas genetic characterization was examined through DNA barcoding analysis of leaf sample of both the plants.

Result:

Both plants are xerophytic in nature and bear a good amount of milky white latex, and shrub to small tree in nature. Microscopically, stem and leaf of both the plants contain latex duct in transverse section. All these characters highlights the key characters of family Euphorbiaceae. DNA barcoding confirms the molecular identity of both the plants.

Conclusion:

Data specified in the present study regarding anatomical and genetic characters will help for easy identification of both the plants, that is, Euphorbia antiquorum L. and Euphorbia neriifolia L.