bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pattern of Dog Bite in an Institutional Hospital of Almora - The Hill Town of Kumaun
Authors: Garkoti H.C. , Verma Manoj , Bhandari Geeta , Shahi K.S.
Published: June 2022

BACKGROUND Rabies is a viral disease producing an almost uniformly fatal encephalitis in humans and other mammals. There is no established treatment for rabies once symptoms have begun. Rabies vaccination for prevention and PET is essential in the management of the illness. The purpose of present study was to describe the clinical profile and management of dog bite patients presenting to the tertiary care hospital in the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand. METHODS Patients presenting to the outpatient and emergency department with the complaint of dog bite were enrolled in the study. All particulars of patients, history and examination findings were recorded in the clinical proforma after taking proper informed consent. Wounds were categorized based on WHO guide to postexposure prophylaxis. Local treatment consisted of two parts: first aid and wound management. ARV was administered in category II and III exposures in accordance to the intradermal schedule. Data was analysed for clinical information such as age, sex, socioeconomic status, dog type, site of bite, categories of contact and treatment given. RESULTS In our study of 73 patients, 36 (49.32%) were males and 37 (50.68%) were females. Majority of the patients belonged to the age group of 11-40 years in both male (n=29; 80.5%) and female (n=26; 70.3%) patients. Mean age group of patients in the study was 30.50 years. Based on modified Kuppuswamy scale, most patients belonged to the class III (n=42; 57.6%) followed by class IV (n=14; 19.2%). Dog bites from both strays and pets were almost equal. However, only 50% pet dogs were partially vaccinated and remainder were not vaccinated. Thus, mandating the use of ARV immunization. All the patients sustaining bites from street dogs were vaccinated. Majority of the bites involved the lower extremities (n=31; 42.5%) followed by upper extremities (n=26; 35.6%). Based on WHO guidelines for wound categories, most patients belonged to category II (n=36; 49.3%) followed by category III (n=31; 42.5%). CONCLUSIONS In our study, we found that majority of patients sustaining dog bites were young adults and belonged to lower middle & upper lower class. There was no difference with respect to gender and dog type. Most common sites of dog bite were upper & lower extremities and belonged to WHO category II. No cases of rabies were observed in our study. KEY WORDS Dog, Animal, Bite, Rabies, Immunization, Prophylaxis, Treatment
Comparison between the Waist-Hip Ratio and BMI in Assessing the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease
Authors: Baligar Basavaraj Devendrappa , Narayanaswamy Ganesh Ramapura , Hasabi Ishwar Siddappa , Hiregoudar Narendra Shankargouda
Published: June 2022

BACKGROUND According to large studies like Framingham survey, anthropometric measurements are an important measurement for risk assessment of cardiometabolic disease. The correlation between anthropometric measurement and coronary artery disease (CAD) has been controversial in various studies conducted previously. Thus, to determine a better tool among WHR and BMI for assessing the severity of CAD the study was conducted among CAD patients. Also to compare the relationship between WHR and BMI in assessing severity of coronary artery disease and to correlate other independent risk factors in severity of CAD. METHODS The study included 103 patients presenting as acute coronary syndrome (ACS). All patients were subjected to past medical history, clinical examination including anthropometric assessments, laboratory investigations and coronary angiography was performed. They were grouped into significant CAD and insignificant CAD patients based on the luminal stenosis. RESULTS Among the 103 patients in the study, males and females were 80 (77.66 %) and 23 (22.33 %) respectively. In the study 91 (88.34 %) patients had CAD and 12 (11.65 %) patients had insignificant CAD. In the study most of the patients had STEMI 70 (68 %), followed by NSTEMI in 22 (21.4 %) and unstable angina in 11 (10.6 %). Among the CAD patients most of them had SVD 52 (50.5 %), then followed by DVD in 28 (27.2 %) and TVD in 11 (10.7 %). In the study, according to Spearman’s rho correlation there was significant positive correlation between number of vessels affected and waist hip ratio. There was no significant correlation between BMI and number of vessels involved. CONCLUSIONS There was significant correlation between the WHR and severity of CAD compared to BMI and CAD. The study also showed positive correlation with the lipoprotein-a levels and severity of CAD. KEY WORDS Waist Hip Ratio, Body Mass Index, Coronary Artery Disease.
Sexual Dysfunction in Male Schizophrenia Remitted Patients Treated with Risperidone and Olanzapine - A Comparative Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Northern Kerala
Authors: Varghese Ben Thekkekutte , Francis Yesudas Kalathara , Prabhakaran Deepak Koyilerian
Published: June 2022

BACKGROUND Patients on antipsychotics frequently report sexual dysfunction as a side effect. Antipsychotics from the second generation are favoured since they are less likely to induce negative effects, second-generation antipsychotics such as risperidone and olanzapine, on the other hand, have a sexual side effect that affects treatment compliance and leads to marked distress and interpersonal problems. A pleasurable sexual encounter is an essential component of all human life. A normal sexual function provides a sense of psychological, bodily, and social well-being. The sexual difficulty has an impact on one's mood, self-esteem, interpersonal functioning, treatment adherence, and quality of life. The purpose of this study was to see if the second-generation antipsychotics risperidone and olanzapine were linked to sexual dysfunction. METHODS This was a hospital-based cross-sectional study of 70 male schizophrenia remitted patients treated with risperidone or olanzapine who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were seen in the outpatient department. The patients were assessed with socio-demographic proforma, brief psychiatric rating scale was used to assess clinical stability, clinical information sheet and ICD- 10 DCR were used to make a diagnosis of schizophrenia, Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale was used to assess the sexual dysfunction. The statistical analysis was carried out with the help of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Frequency (%) and mean + / - SD were used to express categorical and quantitative values, respectively. The chi-square test was employed to determine whether categorical variables were related. RESULTS Among the 70 male patients, 35 were on treatment with risperidone and 35 were on treatment with olanzapine. 71.4 % of risperidone treated patients and 45.7 % of olanzapine treated patients’ experienced sexual dysfunction. CONCLUSIONS This study concluded that sexual dysfunction is common in male schizophrenia remitted patients treated with risperidone and olanzapine and it is highest with risperidone (71.4 %), while in olanzapine (45.7 %) had dysfunction. Clinicians should ask and systematically evaluate the sexual side effect associated with these antipsychotics and address it or else it may lead to noncompliance with treatment. KEY WORDS Sexual Dysfunction in Atypical Antipsychotics, Risperidone, Olanzapine, ASEX.
A Study on Clinicopathological Profile of Paediatric Cervical Lymphadenopathy in a Tertiary Care Hospital in the Kumaun Region of Uttarakhand
Authors: Garkoti H.C. , Verma Manoj , Bhandari Geeta , Shahi K.S.
Published: June 2022

BACKGROUND Cervical lymphadenopathy is a common and usually benign finding especially in the paediatric age group. A thorough history and physical examination are necessary to establish a clinical diagnosis. This study was conducted to provide a clinical and pathological profile of cervical lymphadenopathy in the paediatric population visiting the tertiary care hospital in the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand. METHODS Particulars of the patients, relevant clinical history, routine blood investigation and radiological and histopathological findings were recorded in the clinical proforma after taking proper informed consent. Patients were initially given antibiotics for 1 week and observed for signs of clinical improvement of suspected infectious adenopathy. On follow-up, if there were no signs of improvement, the differential diagnosis was considered and FNAC of the cervical lymph nodes was performed. Data was analysed for clinical information such as age, sex, presenting symptoms and signs and FNAC findings. RESULTS In our study of 320 patients, 164 were males and 156 were females. Majority of the patients belonged to the age group of 11-15 years in both male (n=137; 83.5%) and female (n=140; 89.7%) patients. Most commonly involved subgroup of cervical lymph nodes was posterior group (n=267; 83.4%) followed by submandibular group (n=258; 80.6%). Most common symptom observed in the study was fever (n=242; 75.6%) followed by cough (n=194; 60.6%). Most common sign observed in the study was lymph node mobility (n=315; 98.4%) followed by tenderness (n=291; 90.9%). On follow-up, 45 patients (n=14.1%) responded to 1 week antibiotics course and showed signs of resolution. Remaining 275 patients (85.6%), were taken up for FNAC of the cervical lymph nodes. Most common FNAC finding was reactive adenitis (n=221; 80.3%). Other findings included tubercular lymphadenitis (n=21; 7.6%) and Hodgkin lymphoma (n=2; 0.7%). Out of 275 FNAC done, 31 reports (11.2%) were inconclusive. CONCLUSIONS Cervical lymphadenopathy is quite common in childhood. Majority cases are usually infective in origin and usually self-limiting. Children with cervical lymphadenopathy not showing any improvement on initial antibiotic therapy should be evaluated for other causes. KEY WORDS Cervical, Lymphadenopathy, Paediatric, Lymph Node.
Pancreatic Elastography Predicts Endoscopic Secretin-Pancreatic Function Test Result in Patients With Early Changes of Chronic Pancreatitis: A Prospective, Cross-Sectional, Observational Study
Authors: Iglesias-Garcia Julio , Lariño-Noia Jose , Nieto BSN Laura , Alvarez-Castro Ana , Lojo Santiago , Leal Saul , de la Iglesia-Garcia Daniel , Domínguez-Muñoz J. Enrique
Published: June 2022

INTRODUCTION:

The endoscopic pancreatic function test (ePFT) has been proposed for the evaluation of patients with suspected early chronic pancreatitis (CP) in the appropriate clinical context, but the cost and duration of the test limit its clinical applicability. Pancreatic secretion decreases as pancreatic fibrosis develops in CP. Pancreatic fibrosis can be quantified by endoscopic ultrasound-elastography (EUS-E). We aim at evaluating whether EUS-E correlates with and could replace ePFT for the evaluation of patients with suspected CP.

METHODS:

A prospective, cross-sectional, and observational study of patients with clinical suspicion of CP and inconclusive EUS findings was conducted. EUS-E and ePFT were performed. Diagnosis of CP was supported if the ePFT result (bicarbonate peak) was abnormally low (<80 mEq/L). Correlation between EUS-E (strain ratio [SR]) and ePFT results was analyzed by linear regression. Diagnostic accuracy of EUS-E for CP was calculated using ePFT as a reference method.

RESULTS:

Sixty-one patients were included and analyzed. The mean peak bicarbonate concentration at the ePFT was 63.8 ± 23.6 mEq/L, and it was abnormally low in 50 patients (82.0%). The mean SR was 3.85 ± 1.24. Correlation between SR and bicarbonate secretion was highly significant (r = 0.715, P < 0.0001). Diagnostic accuracy of EUS-E for CP was 93.4%.

DISCUSSION:

The degree of pancreatic fibrosis as evaluated by EUS-E correlates significantly with the secretin-stimulated pancreatic secretion of bicarbonate in patients with clinical suspicion of CP and inconclusive EUS findings of the disease. EUS-E could replace ePFT for the evaluation of these patients in clinical practice.
The Cardiorenal Connection: Is Cardiac Output the Sole Determinant of Renal Dysfunction in Cirrhosis?
Authors: Wong Florence
Published: June 2022

Hemodynamic abnormalities are the hallmarks of advanced cirrhosis. An increased cardiac output maintains hemodynamic stability until the very late stage of cirrhosis, when the cardiac output starts to fall, which has been attributed to the development of renal dysfunction in these patients. The study by Daniesen showed that cardiac output was increased rather than decreased in patients with hepatorenal syndrome-acute kidney injury, potentially conflicting with previous understanding. It is possible that the authors were only assessing 1 aspect of cardiac dysfunction in a group of patients who were not at the very end stage of cirrhosis. Their unexpected findings will certainly stimulate further research into the role of cardiac dysfunction in the pathogenesis of acute kidney injury in cirrhosis.
Poor Adherence to Medical and Dietary Treatments in Adult Patients With Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Authors: Haasnoot Maria L. , Safi Salma , Bredenoord Albert J.
Published: June 2022

INTRODUCTION:

To investigate the adherence to prescribed medical and dietary maintenance treatments in a cohort of adult patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and to identify associated factors.

METHODS:

In this cross-sectional study, adult patients with EoE who were prescribed medical or dietary maintenance therapy were included. Patients were asked to complete questionnaires concerning treatment adherence (Medication Adherence Rating Scale), beliefs about treatment (Beliefs about Medicine Questionnaire), beliefs about disease (Illness Perception Questionnaire), and current symptoms (Straumann Dysphagia Index).

RESULTS:

A total of 177 patients with EoE (71% males) were included, with a median age of 43 years. The overall prevalence of poor adherence to prescribed treatments (Medication Adherence Rating Scale < 21 or Diet Adherence Rating Scale < 21) in this cohort was high, being 41.8%. Medically treated patients seemed less adherent to prescribed treatment compared with patients prescribed a diet (35.1% vs 41.8%, P = 0.320). Multivariate logistic regression analyses identified the following independent factors associated with poor treatment adherence: age <40 years (odds ratio [OR] 2.571, 95% CI 1.195–5.532, P = 0.016), longer disease duration in years (OR 1.130, 95% CI 1.014–1.258, P = 0.027), severe symptoms (Straumann Dysphagia Index) (OR 1.167, 95% CI 1.012–1.345, P = 0.034), and low necessity beliefs (OR 4.423, 95% CI 2.169–9.016, P < 0.001).

DISCUSSION:

Adherence to maintenance treatment is poor in many adult patients with EoE. Clinicians should pay more attention to treatment adherence, particularly in younger patients, and discuss the necessity of treatment.
Development of Achalasia in a Patient With Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction
Authors: Kwon Joshua , Koop Andree , Francis Dawn
Published: June 2022

Development of concurrent achalasia and chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (CIPO) is rare, although esophageal dysmotility is common in patients with CIPO and may suggest worse clinical outcomes. We present a case of a 63-year-old man with a 15-year history of CIPO who developed postprandial regurgitation, vomiting, and dysphagia and was diagnosed with achalasia through radiographic and endoscopic findings. This is only the third case in the reported literature that involves both conditions. Rather than representing 2 separate disorders, CIPO and achalasia may instead represent neurogenic variants of 1 underlying condition affecting the myenteric plexus.
Mészáros and Chávez: The Philosopher and the Llanero
Authors: Gilbert Chris
Published: June 2022

What made István Mészáros's life so fascinating, and relevant to issues of socialist construction, was that, having seen both sides of the Cold War, he came to perceive both "real socialism" and twentieth-century capitalism as two variants of the same system. He called this the capital system. The basic commonality among most countries of both the East and the West in the twentieth century was the extraction of surplus labor from workers who did not control their own work processes.
Mészáros and Chávez: "The Point from Which to Move the World Today"
Authors: Foster John Bellamy
Published: June 2022

István Mészáros was a global thinker strongly committed to anti-imperialist struggles. In this respect, he allied himself with those fighting for socialist transformation in the Philippines, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Brazil, and elsewhere. He argued that in the descending phase of capitalism there was a "downward equalization of the rate of exploitation," by which he meant a race to the bottom in wages and working conditions, enforced by a global system of monopolistic competition.
The Gift of Life: The Non-Subsistence of Thomist Esse Commune in its Trinitarian Context
Authors: Bieler Martin
Published: June 2022

This paper investigates in what way the Christian Trinity is the ‘causa et ratio’ of creation, as Thomas Aquinas states it in the prologue of his Commentary to the Sentences of Peter Lombard. Of particular importance for this project is a better understanding of the Thomist esse commune as a completum et simplex, sed non subsistens (De Potentia 1.1 c). In dialogue with the Neoplatonic tradition is shown how Aquinas absorbs all Neoplatonic intermediary principles into the esse commune and opens up the understanding of creation as a structured act of love: Creation is the giving of being (esse), by which the Creator makes himself present to his creatures, in order to grant them their subsistence. It is shown how the non-subsisting esse commune is an analogue to the divine essence which only subsists in the divine persons, starting with the Father. This explains the thoroughly personal character of metaphysics.
Topics of the Trinity: Absoluteness, Otherness, and Contingency Wolfgang Cramer’s ‘Absolute Reflection’ as a Philosophical Investigation of the Trinity
Authors: Tilch Stephan
Published: June 2022

The Trinity is usually regarded as an exclusively theological topic. If, however, the postulated unity of the dogmatic tracts ‘De Deo uno’ and ‘De Deo trino’ is taken seriously, there must be at least a philosophical perspective on the Trinity. This article wants to present the little-known philosophy of the Absolute of Wolfgang Cramer as a possible approach to this problem. It first presents some aspects of Cramer’s analysis of the concept of the Absolute. It then argues that, within Cramer’s philosophy, the Trinitarian structure of the Absolute is deeply linked to the possibility of contingency. In the last step, it is argued that the meaning of the concept of the Absolute ultimately demands a new methodology without the presupposition of this very concept. Thus it is shown how a Trinitarian approach helps to take the Absoluteness of the Absolute more seriously. The article closes with some remarks on the status of Cramer’s claims.
The Return of Metaphysics: Is This the Way Forward?
Authors: Chalamet Christophe
Published: June 2022

The history of the relationship between Christian theology and metaphysics is a complex one. The present contribution argues that Christian theology and metaphysics do not have the same subject matter. Christian theology is concerned with the gospel, with God’s word, and therefore also with certain aspects that pertain to ontology (God’s being or essence, as manifested in God’s act), whereas metaphysics pursues an inquiry into the question of ‘being’ as such, at times independently from a concern for being-in-act. Certainly, theologians can learn much from such inquiry, especially with regard to terminological precision, and therefore a dialogue may be beneficial, but theologians should not let their subject matter be replaced with the theme(s) of metaphysics.
From Prosperity to Deadlock: What’s Wrong with Financial Supervision on Robo-Advisors in China
Authors: Di Xingsi
Published: June 2022

Robo-advisors in China improved rapidly at beginning due to low market access standards and limited financial regulations. Since 2016, regulators worked out with various measures to promote the industry. However, statistics proved robo-advisory industry in China turned out to be less prosperous after that. Though it may result from complex reasons, one of which turns out to be a side effect of financial supervision. The research figures out risks for robo-advisors to breach compliance requirements and the dilemmas they are facing. Chinese regulators apply a financial inclusive strategy and penetrative supervision, but it impedes innovation to some extents. Judicialization of supervision is another problem. To solve this deadlock, making products more abundant may be the first step, and further legal steps should be adopted, such as advocating technology-driven regulatory innovation, making clear fiduciary duties, facilitating accurate supervision and risks prediction, and establishing a comprehensive regulatory structure.
Tierschutzrelevante Straftaten – na und? Eine Analyse der Sanktionspraxis vor dem Hintergrund, der Mensch-Tier-Beziehung beteiligter Personen, leidtragender Tiere und anzeigender Instanzen
Authors: Benner Lea , Best Dominik , Büttner Kathrin , Krämer Stephanie
Published: June 2022

Seit der Neufassung des Tierschutzgesetzes (TierSchG) im Jahr 1972 steht der ethische Tierschutz im Mittelpunkt und Tiere sind um ihrer selbst willen geschützt (Deutscher Bundestag 6. Wahlperiode 1971). Die strafrechtliche Anerkennung der geschützten Interessen stellt § 17 TierSchG dar, welcher das Töten eines Wirbeltieres ohne vernünftigen Grund (§ 17 Nr. 1 TierSchG), das Zufügen aus Rohheit (§ 17 Nr. 2 a TierSchG) und von länger anhaltenden oder sich wiederholenden (§ 17Nr. 2 b TierSchG) erheblichen Schmerzen oder Leiden pönalisiert.Die Sanktionspraxis gem. § 17 TierSchG wurde anhand der Strafverfolgungsstatistik von 2002 bis 2018 sowie Akten bei der Staatsanwaltschaft Gießen aus 2016 und 2018 untersucht. Dabei wurde ein Augenmerk auf tatbegehende bzw. verdächtige Personen, die Art der tierschutzrelevanten Handlung und betroffene Tierarten, anzeigende Instanzen, Verurteilungen nach allgemeinem Strafrecht und TierSchG nach Höhe der Geldstrafen und Verwarnungen mit Strafvorbehalt gem. § 59 StGB gelegt.Dabei wurde festgestellt, dass Personen, die tierschutzrelevante Handlungen begehen, einen niedrigen ökonomischen Status haben, im Schnitt älter sind als tatbegehende Personen insgesamt und häufiger Frauen als insgesamt an diesen Straftaten beteiligt sind. Des Weiteren sind Hunde am häufigsten von tierschutzrelevanten Ermittlungsverfahren betroffen und es besteht ein signifikanter Zusammenhang zwischen dieser Tierart und Misshandlungstaten. Am häufigsten werden Anzeigen von Privatpersonen gestellt, resultierende Verfahren werden jedoch nicht signifikant häufiger eingestellt.Diese Erkenntnisse sind nicht nur bedeutend für den tierschutzrechtlichen Vollzug, sondern auch die Mensch-Tier-Beziehung, die eine gesamtgesellschaftliche Betrachtung der Sanktionspraxis vor dem Hintergrund des Art. 20 a GG begründet. Es bleibt zu hoffen, dass das Staatsziel Tierschutz zukünftig umfassende Umsetzung erfährt und Entscheidungen und Abwägungsprozesse in dubio pro animale (Tierärztliche Vereinigung für Tierschutz e. V. 2009) ausfallen.
TikTok/Douyin Use and Its Influencer Video Use: A Cross-Cultural Comparison Between Chinese and US Users
Authors: Yang Yang
Published: June 2022

Purpose

This cross-cultural comparison study between China and the US aimed to examine the short video-sharing social media platform, TikTok/Douyin, particularly its use in the two countries. Because China and the US have some evident differences in cultural values, they are ideal for cross-cultural comparison between Western and Asian countries. Other than knowing the platform itself, how people use it, and their influencer video use, the study further explored how cultural values influenced user behaviors on TikTok/Douyin.

Design/methodology/approach

Two survey studies were conducted in each country. The questionnaire asked the same question but in two language versions—Chinese and English. Questions asked about participants’ demographic information, TikTok/Douyin use preference, influencer preference, and cultural values.

Findings

In general, Chinese participants had a more extended time experience of using Douyin, and they spent more time on Douyin every day. Participants had a different preference for influencers’ expertise on each platform. US participants favored music influencers while Chinese participants favored food influencers. Moreover, Chinese participants were more likely to be persuaded by influencers to make purchase decisions than US participants. Besides, Chinese participants claimed a higher individualism score and a lower power distance score than US participants, which contradicts with Hofstede’s original cultural scores for each country.

Practical implications

Marketing practitioners should consider the demographic characteristics and use preferences of TikTok and Douyin users for their marketing practices. Moreover, the cultural scores (individualism and power distance) have changed between Chinese and US participants compared to original Hofstede’s cultural scores. Besides, the study confirmed that cultural values influenced users’ TikTok/Douyin use in some conditions. Therefore, practitioners should apply the new findings when making decisions when considering cultural differences.

Originality/value

This is the first study to compare TikTok/Douyin use between the US and China and enhanced our understanding of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory. Furthermore, it demonstrates helpful and detailed information on the general platform use and how it is influenced by the cultural differences between the two countries.
Sol-gel synthesis of topological insulator bismuth selenide nanoparticles by using different solvents
Authors:   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Manzoor M. Z. , Batool Z. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Ali Y. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Khan H. M. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Ismail M. ,   Division of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul - 04620 Republic of Korea, Ahmad D. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Ullah H. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Nazir A. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Imran R. ,   Institute of Physics, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
Published: June 2022

This paper reports about the Sol-Gel synthesis of Bismuth Selenide (Bi2Se3) nanoparticles by using different solvents (DMF, Ethanol and (DMF+Ethanol)) for their potential in topological insulators. Various characterization techniques: X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), photoluminescence (PL), and scanning electron microscope (SEM) were used to characterize the nano-powder. To get valuable information about dielectric behavior, AC impedance and conductivity were studied. The XRD measurements of Bismuth Selenide proved the crystalline form and orthorhombic crystal structure. The grain size (G) of Bismuth Selenide prepared in different solvents e.g., DMF, Ethanol, DMF+ Ethanol were calculated at 68 nm, 78 nm, and 84 nm respectively. FTIR study showed that the wavenumber corresponding to 660-800cm-1 represents the vibrational bands of Bismuth Selenide (Bi2Se3). Photoluminescence analysis revealed that the maximum absorption was at 801 nm and the bandgap was approximately 1.7eV for all the solvents. The surface morphology of the synthesized Bismuth Selenide (Bi2Se3) was studied with the help of a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The dielectric study showed the frequency effect on dielectric constant (έ), dielectric loss (Ɛ"), tangent loss (tanδ), impedance (Z), and AC conductivity.
Use of post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV in young people: an integrative review
Authors: Mota Eduardo Rodrigues , Farias Odaleia de Oliveira , Maia Jéssica Karen de Oliveira , Queiroz Maisa Leitão de , Mota Nikaelly Pinheiro , Galvão Marli Teresinha Gimeniz
Published: June 2022

Objective: to identify the use of post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV in young people in the context of sexual risk behavior. Methods: this is an integrative review, with search in LILACS, MEDLINE, CINAHL, SCOPUS, SciELO and COCHRANE, using the main descriptors: HIV, HIV Infections, Health Education, Technology and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis related through the Boolean operators AND and OR. Results: the final sample included 16 studies, mostly implemented with men who have sex with men. The articles were classified and analyzed from the categories: knowledge assessment; barriers/challenges to adherence to post-exposure prophylaxis; population using post-exposure prophylaxis; and educational technologies. Conclusion: non-adherence was related to the ignorance of basic information such as the indication of post-exposure prophylaxis, place of delivery, dosage, and side effects. Contributions to practice: synthesis of knowledge about the use of post-exposure prophylaxis by young people. In addition to increasing research on young people in the context of risky sexual behavior, especially in the nursing field, it subsidizes the development of health education strategies.
Aplicación de descargas simultáneas de alto voltaje y arco eléctrico para el tratamiento superficial avanzado de metales
Authors: Valbuena Niño Ely Dannier , Dugar-zhabon Valeriy , Dulce Moreno Jaime , Peña Rodríguez Gabriel , Garnica Hernán Alfonso , Tsygankov Petr
Published: June 2022

La implantación iónica tridimensional (3DII) es una técnica de tratamiento superficial avanzado, la cual es realizada en el dispositivo JUPITER (Joint Universal Plasma and Ion Technologies Experimental Reactor) mediante una descarga pulsada de alto voltaje a bajas presiones en un gas encendida en la rama izquierda de la curva de Paschen, cuyo objetivo principal es mejorar las propiedades tribológicas. Para la protección superficial de materiales expuestos en medios agresivos se realiza la modificación del dispositivo JUPITER que consiste en la instalación en de un vaporizador de arco eléctrico en la cámara de descarga. Esta modificación permite encender la descarga de alto voltaje en vapores de titanio. En este trabajo se presenta un estudio de la descarga híbrida (alto voltaje y de arco eléctrico en simultáneo funcionamiento) y se presentan los datos experimentales que muestran que el tratamiento de las superficies del acero AISI SAE 1020 por flujos de iones y átomos de titanio reducen significativamente los daños producidos por bacterias sulfato reducidas (BSF).
Análisis de teoría de juegos en cadenas de suministros de dos niveles, productor-comprador, bajo esquema vendor managed inventory (vmi)
Authors: Villa Marulanda Marcela , Torres Delgado José Fidel
Published: June 2022

Durante la última década se han desarrollado una gran diversidad de modelos y estrategias de coordinación en cadenas de suministro, una de las cuales se denomina Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI). Pese a los esfuerzos por lograr una coordinación entre los actores, en algunas ocasiones sucede que cada uno conserva sus intereses o restricciones, lo que impediría la implementación de un acuerdo o estrategia integral de coordinación. Se analiza mediante teoría de juegos una cadena de suministros, compuesta por un productor (con tasa finita de producción) y un comprador (cuya demanda es una constante conocida), quienes han acordado una estrategia VMI bajo dos escenarios: VMI Cooperativo y VMI No Cooperativo. Se propone un modelo de negociación para el que el agente que gana en la negociación pueda incentivar económicamente al otro, quien pierde con el acuerdo, con el fin de que pueda adoptarlo. Se realiza un análisis de sensibilidad de los modelos planteados con el propósito de hallar los beneficios que los agentes pueden obtener en términos de ahorros en costos de inventarios y cómo son distribuidos entre dichos agentes. Los resultados del estudio mostraron que, bajo las condiciones y los parámetros establecidos, el modelo VMI Cooperativo siempre favoreció al productor, lo que no sucedió con el comprador. No obstante, fue posible que el comprador ganara con el modelo VMI Cooperativo en su punto óptimo o mediante el incentivo económico que proporciona el modelo de negociación.
Zum Verhältnis von Kartellrecht und Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit
Authors: Wiegandt Dirk
Published: June 2022

Das Verhältnis von Kartellrecht und Schiedsgerichtsbarkeit ist nicht ohne Spannungen. Zwar sind kartellrechtliche Streitigkeiten mittlerweile allgemein als schiedsfähig anerkannt. Auch die kartellrechtliche ex post-Kontrolle von Schiedssprüchen über den ordre public-Vorbehalt gilt als zumindest weitgehend geklärt. Jedoch wird in jüngerer Zeit kontrovers diskutiert, wie Schiedsvereinbarungen formuliert sein müssen, um kartellrechtliche Streitigkeiten zu erfassen. Der Beitrag beleuchtet diese Frage und tritt dabei Versuchen entgegen, die sachliche Reichweite von Schiedsvereinbarungen über den Effektivitätsgrundsatz einzuschränken.
Praktische Fragen zur Bedeutung des Kartellrechts im Personalbereich – ein Update anhand von Fallbeispielen
Authors: Ott Arne
Published: June 2022

Das Interesse an Arbeitnehmern war im Kartellrecht bis vor Kurzem weitgehend auf die Feststellung ihrer fehlenden Unternehmenseigenschaft fokussiert, weswegen sie nicht Adressaten des Kartellrechts sind. Erst allmählich wächst das Verständnis, dass Arbeitnehmer zwar nicht Subjekte („Täter“) des Kartellrechts, aber in erheblichem Umfang Objekte verbotener Absprachen sein können, die ihr berufliches Fortkommen erheblich behindern. Dieser Beitrag beschäftigt sich mit den unterschiedlichen Facetten kartellrechtlicher Beschränkungen, denen Arbeitnehmer ausgesetzt sein können: Dazu gehören eindeutig wettbewerbswidrige Beschränkungen ebenso wie andererseits Begrenzungen ihrer Handlungsfreiheiten, die aus legitimen Interessen ihrer Arbeitgeber folgen. Auch eingegangen wird auf die aktuelle Diskussion, unter welchen Bedingungen Selbständige, die grundsätzlich als Unternehmen im Sinne des Kartellrechts anzusehen sind, sich aber in einer vergleichbaren Situation zu Arbeitnehmern befinden, nach einem Leitlinienentwurf der EU-Kommission ermutigt werden sollen, kollektive Entgeltregelungen zu vereinbaren.
Old Discipline, New Trajectories: Theories, Methods and Practices in Anthropology
Authors: De Munck Victor C. , Garalytė Kristina
Published: June 2022

Going under the title “Old Discipline, New Trajectories: Theories, Methods and Practices in Anthropology”, the conference seeks to provide a “home” for socio-cultural and linguistic anthropologists as well as archeologists and bio-evolutionary anthropologists who identify themselves and seek to connect with scientifically minded anthropologists. It does not neglect the humanistic aspect of anthropology and embraces it as part of the unity implicit in the study of human lifeways and the cultural stuff that gives meaning, direction and collective identities to us. The conference might be seen as an important foundational step to establishing closer collaboration and integration among different disciplinary and methodological strands within the discipline of anthropology. The conference will broadly focus on theory, methods and practices in anthropology and will address the following questions:

-  Can we still say that anthropology is the most scientific of humanities and most humanistic of social sciences?-  What does a scientific approach to the study of culture imply theoretically and methodologically?-  Should ethnography still hold a central place in anthropology?-  How can the results of the study of human evolution, cultural evolution and language evolution contribute insights into the current human condition?-  What are the consequences the current rapid technological change is having on culture?-  What can anthropology contribute to the important questions of today’s world such as pandemics, growing economic inequality, fascism, second demographic transition, climate change, etc.?
FEATURES OF KINETICS POLYMERIZATION OF METHYL METHACRYLATE INITIATED BY HYDROPEROXIDES -N, N-DIETHYLDITHIOCARBAMATES OF COPPER (II) SYSTEMS
Authors:   Odessa National Medical University, 2, Valihovsky lane, Odessa, 65082, Ukraine, GREKOVA A.V. , IVANCHENKO P.A. ,   Odessa I.I. Mechnikov National University, 2, Dvoryanska street, Odessa, 65026, Ukraine, BURDINA YA.F. ,   Odessa National Medical University, 2, Valihovsky lane, Odessa, 65082, Ukraine
Published: June 2022

Kinetic studies have shown that the use of systems based on secondary and tertiary hydroperoxides with N, N-diethyldithiocarbamate copper (II) can be used as effective sources of free radicals in the polymerization of methyl methacrylate in moderately low temperatures region (323–343 K). The introduction of an aromatic ring in molecules of hydroperoxides (ethylbenzene hydroperoxide and cumene hydroperoxide) increases the reactivity of the initiating system «hydroperoxide – complex» in comparison with tertiary butyl hydroperoxide. The shift of the gel effect to the region of high conversions during the polymerization of methyl methacrylate was noted. Such systems allow not only to accelerate the polymerization of the monomer, but also to conduct it in a controlled mode. H1 NMR spectroscopy showed that the formed polymers contained end dithiocarbamate fragments. Such groups are labile. It has been shown that the obtained and isolated in the presence of the initiating system tertiary hydroperoxide – N,N-diethyldithiocarbamate of copper(II) polymers are macroinitiators that can initiate a new portion of the monomer.
Validating a Sclera-Based Smartphone Application for Screening Jaundiced Newborns in Ghana
Authors: Enweronu-Laryea Christabel , Leung Terence , Outlaw Felix , Brako Nana Okai , Insaidoo Genevieve , Hagan-Seneadza Nana Ayegua , Ani-Amponsah Mary , Nixon-Hill Miranda , Meek Judith
Published: June 2022

OBJECTIVES

Reducing the burden of bilirubin-induced neurologic complications in low-resource countries requires reliable and accessible screening tools. We sought to optimize and validate a sclera-based smartphone application, Neonatal Scleral-Conjunctival Bilirubin (neoSCB), for screening neonatal jaundice.

METHODS

Using a cross-sectional design, consecutive eligible infants (aged 0–28 days, in the hospital, not critically ill) were enrolled in Ghana from March 2019 to April 2020. Jaundice screening was performed with neoSCB (Samsung Galaxy S8) to quantify SCB and JM-105 (Dräger) for transcutaneous bilirubin (TcB). Screening values were compared with total serum bilirubin (TSB) measured at the point of care.

RESULTS

Overall, 724 infants participated in the optimization and validation phases of the study. The analysis for validation included 336 infants with no previous treatment of jaundice. Single neoSCB image captures identified infants with TSB >14.62 mg/dL (250 μmol/L) with reasonably high sensitivity, specificity, and receiver operating characteristic area under the curve at 0.94 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.91 to 0.97), 0.73 (95% CI, 0.68 to 0.78), and 0.90, respectively. These findings were comparable to the sensitivity and specificity of JM-105 (0.96 [95% CI, 0.90 to 0.99] and 0.81 [95% CI, 0.76 to 0.86], respectively). The TcB/TSB had a larger correlation coefficient (r = 0.93; P < .01) than SCB/TSB (r = 0.78; P < .01). Performance of both devices was lower in infants with previous phototherapy (n = 231).

CONCLUSIONS

The diagnostic performance of neoSCB was comparable to JM-105 and is a potential, affordable, contact-free screening tool for neonatal jaundice.
Appraising the role of anti-thermal activity of beta-cyclodextrin on selective insecticides against Thrips tabaci (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
Authors: Khamis Wael M. , Abdel-Moety Ehsan M.
Published: June 2022

Evaluation studies investigated the leverage effects of beta-cyclodextrin (β-CD) on the long-termed toxicity of cypermethrin 25% EC, sulfoxaflor 24% SC, acetamiprid 20% SL and chlorfenapyr 24% SC against adults of Thrips tabaci laboratory strain (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) (Lindeman, 1889) from 8 up to 40 °C. Laboratory studies showed no toxicity for β-CD alone at all tested concentrations. Concentrations of β-CD at 1.25 and 2.50 gm L−1 had potent leverage effects on the LC50s of cypermethrin within 30–35 °C and sulfuxoflor at 40 °C. β-CD at 0.5 gm L−1 had no leverage effect on tested insecticides. All the tested concentrations of β-CD decreased the toxicity of acetamiprid. Semi-field trials (≥28 °C) along 12 days declared that β-CD (equivalent to 1.25 gm L−1) increased the overall mean mortality percentages of 0.5 FRs of cypermethrin (73.08%) and sulfoxaflor (54.74%) compared to their 0.5 FRs alone of 63.70 and 44.30%, respectively in season 2020. While in season 2021, only cypermethrin at 0.5 FR + β-CD (74.45%) surpassed its 0.5FR (61.83%). Lethal times (LT50) values in semi-field trials showed a prolonged residual toxicity periods for the 0.5 FRs of cypermethrin + β-CD (8.58 days) and sulfoxaflor + β-CD (4.80 days) compared to their 0.5 FRs of 6.65 and 3.24 days, respectively in season, 2020. Furthermore, LT50 values of the 0.5 FRs of cypermethrin + β-CD (9.02 days) and sulfoxaflor + β-CD (7.34 days) exceeded their 0.5 FRs of 6.24 and 4.07 days, respectively in 2021. Thus β-CD could realize leverage efficacy and longer-termed toxicity for cypermethrin and sulfoxaflor in high temperatures.
Effect of ascorbic acid and acerola juice on some quality properties of aseptic filled apple juice
Authors: Ribárszki Á. , Székely D. , Szabó-Nótin B. , Góczán B. , Friedrich L. , Nguyen Q.D. , Máté M.
Published: June 2022

Quality and storability are crucial factors in production of apple juice. The main goal of this study was investigation of the effects of ascorbic acid and acerola juice on the changes of some sensorial parameters and bioactive compounds of aseptically filled and industrial scale produced apple juice during storage for 12 months. While the viscosity and pH of apple juice did not change significantly, the ΔE* peaked (20–30) at month 6 of the storage period. The colour of apple juice was lighter than at the beginning of storage. Maximum total phenolic contents were 1,100, 1,400, and 1,250 mg L−1 in the control, ascorbic acid supplemented, and acerola added samples, respectively. Other parameters (antioxidant capacity, ascorbic acid, browning index, etc.) peaked in month 4. Acerola was a good alternative anti-browning and antioxidant agent for the treatment of apple juice in the processing. The antioxidant capacity of apple juice treated with acerola was higher than with ascorbic acid. The results were obtained with industrial samples, thus, they can serve as a very good base for the optimisation process and industrial production without the need for scale-up.
An important new record of Military Macaw, Ara militaris (Linnaeus, 1766) (Psittacidae), in Santo Domingo Narro, Oaxaca, Mexico
Authors: Pozo-Montuy Gilberto , Olguín-Hernández Licet , Téllez Torres José G.
Published: June 2022

Military Macaw, Ara militaris (Linnaeus, 1766), is in danger of extinction in Mexico and Vulnerable internationally. We recorded a new locality with a notable presence of this species and identified its nocturnal resting site by the Tehuantepec River, near the community of Santo Domingo Narro in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. We discuss the importance of considering this population as different from those previously identified in Oaxaca state and discuss the threats to this species’ conservation and implications for its survival at Santo Domingo Narro and in the region.
Socio-emotional Competencies in Organizations and at Work: concepts and instruments in Brazilian and international studies
Authors: Oliveira Tiago Fernandes , Nunes Maiana Farias de Oliveira , Barbosa Franciele Cristina , Silva Narbal
Published: June 2022

Abstract Organizations have shown an interest in socio-emotional competencies due to the current knowledge that they are as important as technical competencies for the best personal and professional development. However, there is no consensus in the literature regarding the conceptual definition of these competencies. Accordingly, this narrative review aimed at characterizing the concept of socio-emotional competencies and the instruments used in Brazilian and international studies in the context of organizations and work. The Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar and Biblioteca Brasileira de Teses e Dissertações databases were consulted, resulting in 26 articles composing the sample. The results show that there is a myriad of concepts about socio-emotional competencies, and that the instruments used evaluate mainly emotional intelligence, personality and other more consolidated constructs in the literature. The impacts of the multiple possibilities of conceptualizing and measuring socio-emotional competences are discussed.
Service provision during the Covid-19 pandemic: Impact on customer well-being and repurchase intention
Authors: Glasenapp Thiago S. , Rohden Simoni F. , Dorneles Lucas B. , Pizzutti Cristiane
Published: June 2022

Abstract Purpose: This research aims to explore how the maintenance of customers’ relations with service providers during the Covid-19 pandemic affects customers’ well-being and repurchase intentions for the post-pandemic period. Originality/value: This paper uses empirical data collected during the Covid-19 pandemic to shed light on how individuals can improve their well-being during stressful life events through service provisions and how businesses can increase chances of recovery after stressful situations such as a pandemic. Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected during the pandemic with Brazilian consumers. Structural equations models (SEM) techniques were used. Findings: Results show that the stronger the customer’s trust in the service provider before the stressful event, the higher the maintenance of the provider’s relationship during this period. More importantly, this relationship maintenance with the service provider during the Covid-19 pandemic (even when the service is not being provided as previously agreed, e.g., online yoga classes) improved the individual’s satisfaction with life and health (i.e., well-being). These positive effects on well-being are explained by perceptions of control and the feeling of helping the service provider during a crisis (i.e., a pandemic). Furthermore, maintaining the relationship with the service provider during this period increased customers’ future repurchase intentions with the business.
CAMINHOS PARA A REESTRUTURAÇÃO DA SUPERVISÃO DE ESTÁGIOS CURRICULARES: PROPOSIÇÃO DE UM MODELO TEÓRICO-PRÁTICO PARA FUNDAMENTAR A ATUAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES SUPERVISORES DE CIÊNCIAS
Authors: LUZ ANGÉLICA RAMOS DA , BEGO AMADEU MOURA
Published: June 2022

RESUMO: Este trabalho teórico-bibliográfico tem como objetivo investigar o papel e as características dos professores supervisores de estágio (PrS) no cenário nacional e internacional. Os resultados apontam que o papel e as atribuições dos PrS seguem indefinidas, apresentando fragilidades como a ausência de uma legislação específica que defina carga horária, remuneração, atribuições, condições de trabalho e outros. Para além de fatores externos a ações dos PrS, há também problemas na interação entre as IES, as escolas-campo e os professores universitários. Considerando essas limitações no processo de supervisão de professores de ciências, propõe-se um modelo teórico dividido em duas dimensões: condições objetivas para a atividade de supervisão; perfil e atribuições do professor supervisor de estágio. A finalidade do modelo está pautada em orientar novos debates e sustentar os discursos para a proposição de uma política pública educacional específica para a figura do PrS no âmbito da formação inicial de professores de ciências.