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Air Quality Status of Tirana. Temporal effects of COVID-19 restrictions on the decrease of urban air pollution.
Authors:   Co-Plan, Albania, GJOKA Rodion
Published: January 2024

This research paper builds on the analytical work conducted by Co-PLAN, Institute for Habitat Development under the “Green Lungs for Our Cities” project, supported by the EU Delegation in Albania. This specific publication consists of the analysis of data from a dedicated ground-based monitoring process conducted from March 11th to May 11th, 2020 in 4 different locations of Tirana on PM2.5, PM10 and NO2, based on the protocol and practice established by the Alter- native Monitoring Methodology of the Green Lungs project (link). This in the perspective of the effect that quarantine had on specific pollutants in comparison with before and after the period of restrictions. Other sources, such as publications from the World Bank “Regional Note on Air Quality Management in Western Balkans”, +IQAir “2019 World Air Quality Report”, European Environmental Agency “Air Quality in Europe – 2019 Report” and “Assessing Air Quality through citizens science”, were also consulted during the analysis of data from this 62-days monitoring practice. The data provide an overview of how concentration levels of the selected air pollutants changed during the lockdown phase and after the removal of measures. The purpose of the mon- itoring process and the report was threefold (i) to verify the direct linkages between air pollutants and sources of pollution, (ii) raise awareness of air pollution among state and non-state actors, (iii) propose relevant measures to reduce urban air pollution for the near to mid-term future.
الدور التربوي والتعليمي لأنشطة التربية الفنية بمدارس التعليم الابتدائي كما يدركه المعلمين القائمين عليها
Authors: رمضان محمد مخلوف د. عيسى , علي محمد الخيتوني د. وفاء , فرجاني محمد عقيلة أ. فرج
Published: January 2024

تهدف الدراسة إلى معرفة أهم الأدوار التربوية والتعليمية لأنشطة التربية الفنية بمدارس التعليم الابتدائي ببلدية بنغازي كما يدركها القائمين على هذه الأنشطة، وكذلك معرفة الاختلاف في استجابات أفراد العينة نحو الأدوار التربوية والتعليمية لأنشطة التربية الفنية بمدارس التعليم الابتدائي وفقا لمتغيرات (النوع، المؤهل العلمي، مدة الخدمة) لدى المعلمين، واستخدمت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، وصممت استبانة لجمع المعلومات من أفراد العينة التي بلغ حجمها (150) معلم ومعلمة من القائمين على أنشطة التربية الفنية بمدارس التعليم الابتدائي ببلدية بنغازي، وتوصلت إلى عدة نتائج منها: أن أهم الأدوار التربوية لأنشطة التربية الفنية ما يأتي: تساعد على تنمية التذوق الفني لدى التلاميذ، تشجيع التلاميذ على قضاء أوقات فراغهم فيما ينفعهم وينفع مجتمعهم، أما بالنسبة لأهم الأدوار التعليمية فكانت: تشجيع التلاميذ على استخدام حواسهم المختلفة، تساعد التلاميذ على ممارسة التعلم الذاتي والمستمر، تعمل على إبراز ميول التلاميذ والعمل على تنميتها وتوجيهها، كما تبين أنه لا يوجد اختلاف في استجابات أفراد العينة نحو الأدوار التربوية والتعليمية لأنشطة التربية الفنية وفقاً لمتغيرات (النوع، المؤهل العلمي، مدة الخدمة).
زواج القاصرات بين الأسباب والتداعيات دراسة وصفية تحليلية لحجم ظاهرة زواج القاصرات في المجتمع الليبي
Authors: الزليتني د. فوزية , نوح أ. عبد الله
Published: January 2024

تستهدف الدراسة تناول ظاهرة زواج القاصرات في المجتمعات الإنسانية بصفة عامة والمجتمع الليبي على وجه الخصوص، مع عرض بعض النماذج العربية والعالمية للتعرف على الأسباب المؤدية إلى تزويج القصر من الفتيات في المجتمع الليبي، كما تستهدف الدراسة الكشف عن الاثار الناجمة عن الظاهرة، والتعرف على دور المؤسسات والجمعيات والمنظمات المعنية برعاية القاصرات، وتقديم الاقتراحات والتوصيات التي من شأنها التخفيف من حدة انتشار الظاهرة. وتأتي أهمية هذا الموضوع بوصفه موضوع يترجم لثقافة تقليدية ماتزال متوطنة في المجتمع الليبي، ويترتب عنها العديد من التداعيات على مستوى الفرد والأسرة والمجتمع، واستخدمت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي المعتمد على التحليل الكمي والكيفي للبيانات المتاحة، وعُرضت مجموعة من النماذج المحلية والعربية، مع الاستعانة بعرض بعض المقابلات من تخصصات مختلفة اجتماعية وقانونية وطبية ونفسية تعاملت مع العديد من القاصرات، ثم عُرضت بعض المقترحات لمواجهة ظاهرة زواج القاصرات؛ عل ذلك يسهم في الحد من انتشار الظاهرة.
المجلات العلمية المفترسة: النشأة وجهود المكافحة
Authors: مصطفى محمد بوعمود مرعي
Published: January 2024

ساهم التقدم التكنولوجي وظهور الإنترنت في جعل الأوراق البحثية سهلة المنال وواسعة الانتشار. وصاحَبَ هذا التطور بروز ظاهرة تضّر بسمعة البحث وجودته، كما تضرّ بالباحث  ومجاله العلميّ. حيث ظهر حديثا عددٌ كبيرٌ من المجلات المزيّفة الّتي تقدم نفسها على أنها شرعية بينما تهدف في حقيقة الأمر إلى الربح فقط, فتنشر دون حرصٍ على إخضاع العمل الأكاديمي لمعايير الجودة. ويشار إلي هذا الصنف من المجلات بالمجلات العلمية المفترسة Predatory Academic Journals. تهدف هذه الدراسة إلى توضيح أبعاد هذه الظاهرة ونشر الوعي بها بين الباحثين العرب والمؤسسات الأكاديمية العربية عامّةً، والباحثين الليبيين خاصّةً، حتى يتسنى لهم تلافي الوقوع ضحايا لهذا النوع من المجلات. وبهذا يحقق النشر الأهداف المرجوّة منه. اتّبعت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي واستعانت باسلوب المراجعة المسحية في تناول الظاهرة وتحليلها.

 خلصت الدراسة إلى نتائج مهمة من أبرزها:

 أن المجلة العلمية المفترسة تبدل وتطور من نفسها متى دعت الحاجة بحيث يشق التعرف عليها. فكلما وضعت معايير للتعرف عليها بادرت المجلة المفترسة بتجديد وتطوير نفسها لتظهر بمظهر يوحي أن هذه المعايير لا تنطبق عليها وأنها مجلة علمية شرعية. ولذا توصي الدارسة بتأسيس كيان يُناط به رصد أنشطة النشر غير المشروعة، والتعريف بالمجلة المفترسة وإعداد قوائم بهذه المجلات يتم تحديثها باستمرار، وحثِّ البُحاث على النشر في مجلات شرعية يتم تحديدها من قبل هذا الكيان
دور تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصالات في تنمية الموارد البشرية "دراسة تطبيقية على كلية قصر بن غشير جامعة طرابلس"
Authors: الهادي مختار عويطي د.هدي
Published: January 2024

هدفت هذه الدراسة لتحديد الأثر الذي تصنعه تكنولوجيات المعلومات والاتصالات، على أداء الموارد البشرية في المؤسسة، خاصة أن تبني تكنولوجيات المعلومات والاتصال يعكس الصورة الحقيقية لها، ويعد الدليل الحي على قدرات هذه لأخيرة وإمكانياتها على المنافسة، بتوافر المعلومات الضرورية لاتخاذ القرارات المناسب، وبناء السياسات المستقبلية إلى جانب بيان العلاقة الحاصلة بين التدريب على استخدام تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصال وبنيت على مجموعة من الفرضيات والتي طرحت العديد من النتائج أهمها:

قلة الاتصال بين إدارة الجامعة العليا والعاملين به قلل من فرصة تنمية المهارات للموارد البشرية وتحسين نشاطه.

تنظم الكلية فرقا للعمل لتبادل المعارف والمهارات بغية تحقيق المرونة في التدريب.

تضمن أدارة الكلية الاتصالات الالكترونية الجديدة الأمنة والتي بها وجودة المعلومات للموظفين بالكلية.

تساهم تكنولوجيا المعلومات والاتصال في تخفيض التكاليف وتعزيز الشفافية والوضوح للمعلومات بين الموظفين بالكلية.
Using Dialogues to Support Critical Thinking: Implementing Collaborative Classrooms in Libya
Authors: A. El-Badri Dr: Hana , J Fayad Al-Mahdi , Alsanousi Faiza
Published: January 2024

University level students in Libya are not exposed to independent reading materials from other resources as parts of their university level. In reading courses, Libyan English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners are expected to develop reading habits that enable them to absorb information. To do so, they are required to develop adequate language level to comprehend texts. Critical reading that demands questioning to process the meaning of texts is not prioritized in Libyan tertiary classrooms. For these reasons building Libyan English language learners’ ability to read critically is really challenging. Directing reading courses to focus on critical reading have been a demanded part of English language programs for university students in Libya.

The main purpose of this paper is to investigate the effectiveness of implementing reading activities that can be implemented in Libyan university reading classes to encourage Libyan teachers and learners to go beyond the basic reading skill that include decoding the basic meaning of texts and incorporate critical thinking while reading. The activities involved reading literary materials to encourage Libyan EFL learners to discuss their reading by working collaboratively with their peers. To provide background of the approach, the first part of the paper presents common problems found in the Libyan EFL tertiary classroom. Then the second part focuses on the innovative activities into Libyan EFL literary reading classes. The suggested activities are considered innovative because they have not been implemented in most Libyan language learning settings. Additionally, Libyan EFL learners responded positively towards the activities. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of the approach that can be applied to similar contexts of English language learning.
An IoT Assimilated Distributed Control Method for Green Electrical Transmission Grids
Authors: Nawi Mohd Nasrun Mohd , Selvi Tamil , Neeraja Peddinti , Yellapragada Rama Krishna , Jain Himani
Published: January 2024

Green electrical grids utilize renewable energy to ensure sustainable transmission from natural resources. Internet of Things (IoT) like pervasive platforms is integrated with the grids for improving the automation in such power grids. This article considers the IoT control over the green grids for uninterrupted power transmission. The proposed method named Assimilated Distributed Control (ADC) balances the generated and distribution of electrical power based on demand. The IoT paradigm monitors the rising demand for recommending multi-renewable power source assimilation for meeting the distribution demands. In this process, linear decision-making for distribution management and assimilation is performed. The decision-making process relies on power generation and distribution ratio from low to peak demand intervals. Therefore, the number of resource assimilations relies on the distributed control for handling peak demands. The proposed method is analyzed using distribution ratio, peak demand, and recommendation assimilation.
The role of the structural-tectonic characteristics of Caspian-Guba oil-gas bearing region in formation of underground water reserves
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry, Mammadov A.M.
Published: January 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of the impact of structural-tectonic characteristics of the Caspian-Guba oil- gas bearing region on the formation conditions of underground water resources. Based on the analysis of the short chronological sequence of geophysical research carried out by various organizations from the beginning of the last century to the modern era, the author came to the conclusion that geographically the area is a complex structural-tectonic formation, and in this view, it is necessary to conduct new research surveys to study the underground water resources. Particularly, highly accurate geophysical surveys should be carried out in this direction to specify the perspectives of the underground water.
The current status of the waterflooding process in the Pirallahi adasi field
Authors:   OGPİ “Oil&gas”, Kerimov N.S. , Taghiyeva S.E. ,   OGPİ “Oil&gas”, Ismayilova Q.K. ,   OGPİ “Oil&gas”
Published: January 2024

It is known that as reservoirs are exploited, their energy is depleted and various intervention methods are mainly used to restore this energy. This article examines the current status of the Pirallahi Adasi field waterflooding process and the issue of its recovery. In the course of the studies, the distribution of residual recoverable oil reserves by horizon, volume of injected water and flow rate diagrams were plotted. The conducted research (analysis) shows the feasibility of using thermal impact method for effective development of remaining recoverable oil reserves of Pirallahi adasi field.
Radicals in West Absheron oil
Authors:   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Najafova M.A. , Jafarova R.A. ,   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Abdullaeva Yu.Ə. ,   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Rzaeva N.A. ,   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Alekperova N.G. ,   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Bairamov M.А. ,   Institute of Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic
Published: January 2024

Fractions of I-IV groups of aromatic hydrocarbons (AH) of West Absheron oil were studied by EPR and UV spectroscopy. Paramagnetism was not detected in the I group of AU. The presence of homologues of benzene, naphthalene, phenanthrene and anthracene was found in AC groups I-III. In oil fractions 120–230 oC, 150–280 oC EPR spectra are recorded ∆Hwidth=7.5 mT, g=2.3. Mn+2 were found in small amounts. In oil fractions 140–350 oC, 180–350 oC EPR signals were found ∆Hwidth=1.1 mT, g=2.002, which are also recorded in group II AC. Co, Mn+2 were also found in this group. In AC group IV, Co and asphaltene radicals are observed.
The impact of the implementation of the “One Belt, One Road” initiative on the economy and well-being of the participating countries
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry, Azizov Sh.E.
Published: January 2024

Considering the important position of Azerbaijan in the “One Belt, One Road” initiative (BRI), the issue of the effectiveness of our country’s investments within this initiative is of great importance. On the other hand, given the complexity of evaluating the effectiveness of public infrastructure projects, the article examines the research conducted on this initiative and the consequences of future projects. At the same time, a classification of such effects is proposed. Two effects of infrastructure projects, the ultimate goal of which is to increase the welfare of the population – a direct impact on households and an impact on the welfare of the population through improving business efficiency. Hypotheses are put forward to explain some of the effects.
Heavy oils of Azerbaijan
Authors:   Institute for Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Abdullayeva Yu.A. , Alekperova N.H. ,   Institute for Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Aliyeva S.A. ,   Institute for Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic, Gafarova N.F. ,   Institute for Petrochemical Processes of Azerbaijan Republic
Published: January 2024

As the reserves of the light oil reduce due to the increasing global demand on the energy, the need in the production and refining of the heavy oil arises. The specification of the physical-chemical characteristics, as well as the commercial qualities of the heavy oils is an urgent task. There are both onshore and offshore fields with heavy oils in Azerbaijan. It is necessary to study their physical-chemical characteristics, the product quality and give the recommendations on their transportation and efficient refining. Thus, above-mentioned quality indicators of the continental and offshore heavy oil have been comparatively analyzed. The methods of an efficient refining of these oils are shown.
The study of the catalytic reforming process of light resin of pyrolysis
Authors:   Institute for Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry of Azerbaijan Republic, Aliyeva Sh.D.
Published: January 2024

The conditions enabling to obtain benzene and toluene by catalytic processing of light resin are studied. Such resin is an environmentally hazardous waste of hydrocarbon production. The process of catalytic reforming of pyrolysis light resin was studied under laboratory conditions. The use of an aluminum complex catalyst in the process of pyrolysis of light resin allows reducing the temperature and pressure in the system. At the same time, the mass fraction of valuable aromatic hydrocarbons (benzene, toluene and other substances) increases in the system. The distillation residue of light resin can be used in the preparation of paints and varnishes, and as an insulator in electrical lines. Thus, the use of an aluminum-containing catalytic complex enables to accelerate the production of benzene and toluene. In this case, other valuable products are also obtained due to the pyrolysis of difficult-to-recycle, environmentally hazardous liquid waste.
Small nucleolar RNA and its potential role in the oncogenesis and development of colorectal cancer
Authors: Lan Yang-Zheng , Wu Zheng , Chen Wen-Jia , Fang Ze-Xuan , Yu Xin-Ning , Wu Hua-Tao , Liu Jing
Published: January 2024

Small nucleolar RNAs (snoRNAs) represent a class of non-coding RNAs that play pivotal roles in post-transcriptional RNA processing and modification, thereby contributing significantly to the maintenance of cellular functions related to protein synthesis. SnoRNAs have been discovered to possess the ability to influence cell fate and alter disease progression, holding immense potential in controlling human diseases. It is suggested that the dysregulation of snoRNAs in cancer exhibits differential expression across various cancer types, stages, metastasis, treatment response and/or prognosis in patients. On the other hand, colorectal cancer (CRC), a prevalent malignancy of the digestive system, is characterized by high incidence and mortality rates, ranking as the third most common cancer type. Recent research indicates that snoRNA dysregulation is associated with CRC, as snoRNA expression significantly differs between normal and cancerous conditions. Consequently, assessing snoRNA expression level and function holds promise for the prognosis and diagnosis of CRC. Nevertheless, current comprehension of the potential roles of snoRNAs in CRC remains limited. This review offers a comprehensive survey of the aberrant regulation of snoRNAs in CRC, providing valuable insights into the discovery of novel biomarkers, therapeutic targets, and potential tools for the diagnosis and treatment of CRC and furnishing critical cues for advancing research into CRC and the judicious selection of therapeutic targets.
Long-term prognosis and its associated predictive factors in patients with eosinophilic gastroenteritis
Authors: Li Kai-Wen , Ruan Ge-Chong , Liu Shuang , Xu Tian-Ming , Ma Ye , Zhou Wei-Xun , Liu Wei , Zhao Peng-Yu , Du Zhi-Rong , Li Ji , Li Jing-Nan
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Eosinophilic gastroenteritis (EGE) is a chronic recurrent disease with abnormal eosinophilic infiltration in the gastrointestinal tract. Glucocorticoids remain the most common treatment method. However, disease relapse and glucocorticoid dependence remain notable problems. To date, few studies have illuminated the prognosis of EGE and risk factors for disease relapse.

AIM

To describe the clinical characteristics of EGE and possible predictive factors for disease relapse based on long-term follow-up.

METHODS

This was a retrospective cohort study of 55 patients diagnosed with EGE admitted to one medical center between 2013 and 2022. Clinical records were collected and analyzed. Kaplan-Meier curves and log-rank tests were conducted to reveal the risk factors for long-term relapse-free survival (RFS).

RESULTS

EGE showed a median onset age of 38 years and a slight female predominance (56.4%). The main clinical symptoms were abdominal pain (89.1%), diarrhea (61.8%), nausea (52.7%), distension (49.1%) and vomiting (47.3%). Forty-three (78.2%) patients received glucocorticoid treatment, and compared with patients without glucocorticoid treatments, they were more likely to have elevated serum immunoglobin E (IgE) (86.8% vs 50.0%, P = 0.022) and descending duodenal involvement (62.8% vs 27.3%, P = 0.046) at diagnosis. With a median follow-up of 67 mo, all patients survived, and 56.4% had at least one relapse. Six variables at baseline might have been associated with the overall RFS rate, including age at diagnosis < 40 years [hazard ratio (HR) 2.0408, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.0082–4.1312, P = 0.044], body mass index (BMI) > 24 kg/m2 (HR 0.3922, 95%CI: 0.1916-0.8027, P = 0.014), disease duration from symptom onset to diagnosis > 3.5 mo (HR 2.4725, 95%CI: 1.220-5.0110, P = 0.011), vomiting (HR 3.1259, 95%CI: 1.5246-6.4093, P = 0.001), total serum IgE > 300 KU/L at diagnosis (HR 0.2773, 95%CI: 0.1204-0.6384, P = 0.022) and glucocorticoid treatment (HR 6.1434, 95%CI: 2.8446-13.2676, P = 0.003).

CONCLUSION

In patients with EGE, younger onset age, longer disease course, vomiting and glucocorticoid treatment were risk factors for disease relapse, whereas higher BMI and total IgE level at baseline were protective.
Automatic detection of small bowel lesions with different bleeding risks based on deep learning models
Authors: Zhang Rui-Ya , Qiang Peng-Peng , Cai Ling-Jun , Li Tao , Qin Yan , Zhang Yu , Zhao Yi-Qing , Wang Jun-Ping
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND

Deep learning provides an efficient automatic image recognition method for small bowel (SB) capsule endoscopy (CE) that can assist physicians in diagnosis. However, the existing deep learning models present some unresolved challenges.

AIM

To propose a novel and effective classification and detection model to automatically identify various SB lesions and their bleeding risks, and label the lesions accurately so as to enhance the diagnostic efficiency of physicians and the ability to identify high-risk bleeding groups.

METHODS

The proposed model represents a two-stage method that combined image classification with object detection. First, we utilized the improved ResNet-50 classification model to classify endoscopic images into SB lesion images, normal SB mucosa images, and invalid images. Then, the improved YOLO-V5 detection model was utilized to detect the type of lesion and its risk of bleeding, and the location of the lesion was marked. We constructed training and testing sets and compared model-assisted reading with physician reading.

RESULTS

The accuracy of the model constructed in this study reached 98.96%, which was higher than the accuracy of other systems using only a single module. The sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy of the model-assisted reading detection of all images were 99.17%, 99.92%, and 99.86%, which were significantly higher than those of the endoscopists’ diagnoses. The image processing time of the model was 48 ms/image, and the image processing time of the physicians was 0.40 ± 0.24 s/image (P < 0.001).

CONCLUSION

The deep learning model of image classification combined with object detection exhibits a satisfactory diagnostic effect on a variety of SB lesions and their bleeding risks in CE images, which enhances the diagnostic efficiency of physicians and improves the ability of physicians to identify high-risk bleeding groups.
Comparison of Obliques Muscles Strength Between Left and Right Side in Normal Young Adults Using Handheld Dynamometer - A Pilot Study
Authors: Bharati Asgaonkar  , Nikita Singh
Published: January 2024

Background: Asymmetry of abdominal muscles is a potential cause for lowback pain. Most studies assume therotational strength towards non dominant side to be more but no studies have been conducted to objectivelymeasure the asymmetry. In subjects with spinal deformity like scoliosis which has a rotational component to it,it can be presumed that there could be asymmetry between the oblique force couplehowever this study aims tofind out whether this asymmetry exists in normal healthy individuals. By using manual muscle testing for assessingoblique muscle strength only gross asymmetry can be detected. Therefore there is a need for more objectivemeasure to detect subtle discrepancies within strength of both sides.Objective: The objective of this study is to measure the strength of external and internal oblique on both sideusing handheld dynamometer and to compare the strength on both sides.Methodology:30 healthy young individuals in the age group of 18-30 years were selected to participate in thestudy. All subjects were right hand dominant.External oblique and internal oblique muscle strength was measuredin KGs using a Jamar type of hydraulichand held dynamometer.Results: There was a significant difference between the strength of external obliques on right and left side withstrength on right side being more whereas there was no significant difference between strength of internaloblique between right and left side.
Effect of Immersive Virtual Reality Environment on Reaction Time, Agility and Coordination among Collegiate Students
Authors: Minal Goyal  , Manharleen Kaur  , Loveleen  , Navneet Kaur
Published: January 2024

Background: Virtual reality is the sum of the hardware and software systems that seek to perfect an all-inclusive, sensory illusion of being present in another environment which is applied to a broad range of sports such as skiing, goalkeeping rugby union, baseball and basketball, pistol shooting and cycling speed. Reaction time is the elapsed time between stimulus onset and an individual’s response on elementary cognitive tasks. Coordination is the capability to perform a sequence of movements rhythmically smoothly and accurately. Agility refers to the capacity to quickly change the location of the entire body in space with quickness and accuracyObjectives: The main objective of this study was to see the effect of virtual reality table tennis on coordination, reaction time and agility among collegiate students.Material and Methods: Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 60 collegiate students of age group 18-24 years were taken. The subjects were divided into two groups as group A and group B of 30 each. Group A played table tennis game in real environment and group B played table tennis in virtual environment. Pre and post score were taken for coordination, reaction time and agility using hand eye coordination test, plate tapping test and Davies test respectively. The data was collected, compiled and analyzed.Result:Descriptive statistics, paired & unpaired ‘t’ test were used for the intra-group and intergroup comparison.Significant improvements were seen in post scores of coordination, reaction time and agility in both groups at 0.05 level in both real and virtual table tennis groups. However, when both groups were compared, non-significant differences were observed in all the variables.Conclusion:The study concluded that virtual reality table tennis is as effective as real table tennis in improving reaction time, coordination and agility among collegiate students.
The Mckenzie Methodwith Interferential Therapy on Acute Low Back Pain (Sciatica) Patients: A Randomised Controlled Clinical Trial
Authors: Sedhuraja Malaichamy  , Meghana Palkhade  , Charusmita Badgujar  , Satyajit Kumbhar
Published: January 2024

Purpose: To investigate the effect of McKenzie method withInterferential therapy (IFT)when compare to IFTalone on acute low back pain (Sciatica) patients in terms of relieving pain, increasing lumbar extension range of motion and speed of walking.Methods: Randomised controlled clinical trial,fifty seven patients were screened; forty sciatica patients agedfrom 30 to 60 years with no recent injury were selected through the special tests, after randomisation, the experimental group (n-15) was treated with the McKenzie method andInterferential therapy whereas control group (n-15) was treated with the Interferential therapy alone. The primary outcome was the relief of low back pain and increasing the lumbar extension range of motion. The secondary outcome was the speed of walking by measuring the stride length and cadence for 10 meters.Result: The study aimed to compare the pain, lumbar extension range of motion (ROM), stride length, and cadence of two different teams before and after physiotherapy. The experimental team had an average pain score of 7.70 VAS, a lumbar extension range of motion of -3.70 degrees, a stride length of 56.70 cms, and a cadence of 115.35 steps. In post-physiotherapy, the team had an average pain score of 2.20 VAS, a lumbar extension range of motion of 24.85 degrees, a stride length of 58.65 cms, and a cadence of 113.15 steps. The mean difference in pain, ROM, stride length, and cadence was statistically significant. The results suggest that physiotherapy can be a valuable tool for improving pain management and reducing back pain.Conclusion: McKenzie method with Interferential therapy showed greater relief of low back pain, increased lumbar extension range of motion, increased speed of walking in terms of step length and cadence than IFT alone.
A Study to Assess Prevalence of Developing Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Nursing Students at KPGU University – A Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Pratiksha Rajpurohit  , Pragna Landge  , Jahanvi Kayasth
Published: January 2024

Background: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) present as pain or discomfort in the musculoskeletal system that individuals experience from work-related activities. Substantial research evidence exists on qualified nurses with WRMSDs, but there is a distinct lack of research regarding nursing students and their work environment in Vadodara. The aim of the study was to find out the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among nursing students in Vadodara.Methodology : A cross sectional study involving a self administered questionnaire was initiated among the undergraduate nursing students at the KPGU University, Vadodara. All 100 undergraduate nursing students were given the opportunity to participate by completing the questionnaire. Data analysis consisted of frequencies,descriptive and custom tables. The Chi-square test for association was used to test the associations between variablesResult: The study found a 60% prevalence of MSDs. Musculoskeletal disorders occurred most commonly in the lower back (46%), neck (12%) and shoulder(10%), ankle/feet(17%) regions.Conclusion: At the Drs Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University (KPGU), there is a high frequency of MSDs(60%) among undergraduate nursing students. The highest prevalence rate for lower back pain during the past12 months was observed.
Sleep In Infants –A Pilot Study In North Karnataka
Authors: Jyoti S. Jeevannavar  , Nidhi S. Mehta  , Esha U. Kamat
Published: January 2024

Background: Normal growth and development, emotional wellness, and immune function all require adequate sleep. Sleep is commonly thought to be a time when the mind and body relax and recover, but in reality, sleep is a period of significant neuronal and physiological activity. This study intends to find the prevalence of sleep disturbance in typically developing infants.Methodology:The study included 60 participants. The parents of the participants who met the study criteriawere administered a questionnaire including demographic details of the child and questions pertaining to the sleep behaviour of their child during the first 12 months of life. The data collected was subjected to appropriate statistical analysis.Result: The study included 60 participants of either gender in the age group of 12-24 months. The mean birthweight of all the children was 2891.6 (±553.9) grams. The mean age of sleep development of all participants was 4.18 (±2.61) months. Pearson’s correlation analysis revealed that there was no statistical significance between mother’s age at delivery and birth weights or sleep development age of children. Also,the birth weight and sleep development age of children didn’t correlate with each other.A large number [50(83%)] of children developed the sleep pattern by 6 months of age, which was significant at a z-value of 7.303 at p-value of <0.00001.Discussion: The mean birth weight of boys was higher than the girls. The boys also developed the circadiansleep wake cycle slightly later than girls. However, no significant correlation was found between birth weights and sleep development ages of children. Majority of the infants developed the sleep rhythm in first 6 months of life whereas a small proportion developed it later till 12 months of age.Conclusion: The boys developed the circadian sleep wake cycle slightly later than the girls. However,maximumchildren developed the sleep pattern by 6 months.
Preexposure to one social threat alters responses to another social threat: Behavioral and electrophysiological evidence
Authors: Fang Xu , Kerschreiter Rudolf , Yang Yu-Fang , Niedeggen Michael
Published: January 2024

A recent Cyberball study has indicated that the experience of loss of control can affect how people process subsequent social exclusion. This “preexposure effect” supports the idea of a common cognitive system involved in the processing of different types of social threats. To test the validity of this assumption in the current study, we reversed the sequence of the preexposure setup. We measured the effects of social exclusion on the subsequent processing of loss of control utilizing event-related brain potentials (ERPs) and self-reports. In the control group (CG, n = 26), the transition to loss of control elicited significant increases in both the P3 amplitude and the self-reported negative mood. Replicating the results of the previous preexposure study, these effects were significantly reduced by the preexposure to an independent social threat (here: social exclusion). In contrast to previous findings, these effects were not modulated by the discontinuation (EG1disc, n = 25) or continuation (EG2cont, n = 24) of the preexposure threat. Given that the P3 effect is related to the violation of subjective expectations, these results support the notion that preexposure to a specific social threat has widespread effects on the individuals’ expectancy of upcoming social participation and control.
Bianili Urartu Kültür Envanteri (Türkiye Sınırları)
Authors: Çavuşoğlu Rafet , Coşkun İsmail , Uslu Erol
Published: January 2024

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COVID-19 in prisons: validity of a knowledge, attitude and practice survey
Authors: Chaves Tatiane de Verçoza , Guedes Tatiane Gomes , Perrelli Jaqueline Galdino Albuquerque , Albuquerque Nila Larisse Silva de , Mangueira Suzana de Oliveira , Linhares Francisca Márcia Pereira
Published: January 2024

Objective To validate a knowledge, attitude and practice survey on preventive measures against COVID-19 for penitentiary system staff based on environmental theory. Methods This is a methodological study developed in four stages: conceptual structure establishment; instrument elaboration; content validity by judges; and appearance assessment by the target audience. The content of each item was validated for objectivity, clarity and relevance. Survey appearance was assessed regarding objective, organization, writing style and motivation. Content validity coefficient was used to assess agreement among judges and the target audience. Data were analyzed using gross distributions, percentages, position and dispersion measures. Cronbach’s alpha index was used to analyze the consistency of judges’ and target audience’s assessments. Results Regarding content and appearance, the assessed requirements achieved agreement greater than 0.9. In consistency assessment, a Cronbach’s alpha index > 0.9 and > 0.7 was obtained for content and appearance, respectively, indicating that judges and target audiences tended to make similar assessments. Conclusion The survey presented content and appearance validity for collecting data regarding knowledge, attitude and practice regarding COVID-19 prevention for penitentiary system staff, indicating that it could contribute to health education action planning and assessment.
Explorando las Fronteras: la Aplicación de Inteligencia Artificial en la Evaluación Educativa
Authors: Ramos Armijos Diana Fernanda , Ramos Armijos Diego Geovanny , Ramos Armijos Nelson Jesús , Tapia Puga Viviana Magdalena , Tapia Puga Luis Israel
Published: January 2024

Este artículo aborda la integración de la inteligencia artificial (IA) en la evaluación educativa, buscando mejorar la eficacia y objetividad de los métodos tradicionales. La creciente complejidad de los sistemas educativos ha generado la necesidad de herramientas más avanzadas para evaluar el rendimiento de los estudiantes.  El estudio tiene como objetivo principal explorar el impacto de la IA en la evaluación educativa, identificando sus ventajas y desafíos. Se propone analizar cómo las tecnologías emergentes pueden adaptarse a la diversidad de estilos de aprendizaje y optimizar la retroalimentación. Se llevó a cabo una revisión de la literatura, seguida de un análisis de casos de implementación de IA en entornos educativos. Además, se realizaron entrevistas a educadores para obtener percepciones cualitativas. La IA demostró mejorar la precisión de la evaluación, personalizar la retroalimentación y proporcionar insights valiosos sobre los patrones de aprendizaje. Sin embargo, se destacaron preocupaciones éticas y desafíos técnicos que requieren atención. La integración de IA en la evaluación educativa es prometedora, pero se deben abordar cuestiones éticas y técnicas. La combinación de la experiencia humana con la capacidad analítica de la IA puede optimizar la evaluación y promover la equidad en la educación.
Complicaciones de la Cirugía Laparoscópica en pacientes con Obesidad
Authors: Ordóñez Caicedo Olga María , Echeverria Castro Brenda de Jesús , Aguabi Cejido Silvia Alexandra , Pincay Suárez Liggy Mercedes , González Briones Andrea Irene
Published: January 2024

La cirugía laparoscópica, aunque ampliamente utilizada y menos invasiva, presenta desafíos particulares en pacientes con obesidad. En este artículo abordaremos las complicaciones quirúrgicas mediante la técnica de laparoscopía que se podrían producir en el paciente obeso, como en el caso de pacientes ginecológicos con obesidad, se enfrentan a complicaciones como la dificultad en la visualización de estructuras debido al exceso de tejido adiposo. Además, la manipulación de instrumentos en espacios reducidos puede aumentar el riesgo de lesiones en órganos circundantes. En pacientes con colelitiasis, la obesidad puede complicar la identificación y extracción de la vesícula biliar debido a la anatomía alterada.  La presencia de la Enfermedad Intestinal Inflamatoria también agrega complejidad, ya que el tejido inflamado puede obstaculizar la visualización y manipulación durante la cirugía laparoscópica. Adicionalmente, la obesidad en estos pacientes aumenta el riesgo de complicaciones postoperatorias, incluyendo infecciones y problemas respiratorios. Resulta esencial que los cirujanos ponderen minuciosamente estos factores al planificar y llevar a cabo los procedimientos laparoscópicos en pacientes con obesidad, implementando enfoques adaptados y precauciones adicionales para mitigar riesgos.
Estrategias Educativas por Medio de Herramientas Digitales Basadas en Inteligencia Artificial, Revisión Bibliográfica
Authors: Vásquez Chicaiza Franklin Patricio , Vega Cocha Diana Paola , Defaz Lasso Mirian Liliana , Vazco Silva Christian Daniel , López Velasco Jhon Eduardo
Published: January 2024

En los ultimos años la educación ha evolucionado aceleradamente con la integración de tecnologías y herramientas digitales basadas en inteligencia artificial. El presente estudio tiene por objetivo analizar las estrategias educativas que emplean herramientas digitales basadas en inteligencia artificial. La metodología empleada se basa en una revisión bibliográfica exhaustiva que abarca una variedad de fuentes primarias y secundarias. El análisis se enfoca en identificar y examinar estrategias educativas específicas respaldadas por herramientas digitales basadas en IA. Este enfoque metodológico permite recopilar y sintetizar conocimientos existentes para ofrecer una visión integral de las prácticas educativas emergentes en el contexto de la IA. Los resultados del estudio revelan estrategias innovadoras implementadas con éxito en entornos educativos, aprovechando las avanzadas capacidades de la IA. Se resaltan beneficios como la personalización del aprendizaje, adaptabilidad a las necesidades individuales y mejora de los resultados académicos. Sin embargo, también se identifican desafíos, incluyendo preocupaciones éticas, la necesidad de garantizar equidad en el acceso a la tecnología y la importancia de la formación docente. Este análisis ofrece una mayor comprensión de cómo estas herramientas transforman la educación y cómo se puede aprovechar al máximo el potencial de la inteligencia artificial en el ámbito educativo.
Estrategias Educativas para Interrelación Escuela-Familia en Educación de Estudiantes de Séptimo Año Escuela “Dr. Luis Felipe Zapater” de Loja-Ecuador
Authors: Tambo Morocho Luisa Narcisa , Palacios Jaramillo María Elena , Caballero Rodríguez Ana Norvis , Ortiz Aguilar Wilber
Published: January 2024

La interrelación escuela-familia es un tema de gran importancia en el ámbito educativo y ha sido objeto de estudio, reflexión y análisis a lo largo de la historia, puesto que, este estrecho vínculo ha demostrado tener un impacto significativo en el desarrollo académico, social, y emocional de los estudiantes, dado en su desempeño académico, reducción de la deserción escolar y el desarrollo de habilidades socioeducativas. Acorde con esto, se declara el problema de investigación ¿Cómo perfeccionar la interrelación escuela-familia para la educación de los estudiantes de séptimo año de la escuela “Dr. Luis Felipe Zapater” de la ciudad de Loja? y como objetivo la implementación de estrategias educativas para perfeccionar la interrelación escuela-familia en la educación de los estudiantes de séptimo año de la escuela “Dr. Luis Felipe Zapater” de la ciudad de Loja. Se aplicó una investigación mixta, de tipo explicativa. Las herramientas y técnicas investigativas empleadas la observación, análisis de documentos, encuesta y entrevista. La población y la muestra coinciden, siendo 22 estudiantes, 22 padres de familia, 1 docente de séptimo año. Los resultados obtenidos demuestran el papel que cumplen las estrategias educativas en el perfeccionamiento de la interrelación escuela-familia, puesto que su aplicabilidad y efectividad se evidencian, si están orientadas a promover una participación activa y efectiva de la familia en la educación de sus hijos. La actualidad se expresa en que responde a la línea de investigación interrelación escuela-familia-comunidad, del Proyecto de Investigación de la Maestría, titulado Gestión Didáctica y Calidad educativa en la Educación Básica.
BRANDING DIGITAL MARKETING
Authors: Anne Sandra Dewi  , Rida Bareta
Published: January 2024

Cisolok Village is a village with a geographical location bordering the Indonesian Ocean. It has the potential for marine tourism and supporting MSMEs. The digital marketing branding seminar with the theme of optimizing social media in introducing local products digitally is one of the efforts made in Community Service activities to be able to increase the insight of Cisolok Village MSME players to recognize digital marketing branding in the hope of increasing product recognition to the wider community and increasing sales profits. The Cisolok Village digital marketing branding seminar was held on Tuesday, August 08, 2023 at the Cisolok Village Office Hall with presenters Imelda D.S SE (Mother of UMKM Sukabumi), Herman Subandi S,Ip M.Si (DKUKM representative), and Rosita Juliyanti, S.I.Kom (online import clothing entrepreneur). The seminar was attended by participants from the Sukabumi UMKM association in Cisolok Village, as well as village officials, hamlet heads, neighborhood heads, PKK cadres and Posyandu cadres.
Digital marketing branding is important for UMKM players because it can more easily promote their businesses due to wider reach, more efficient costs, direct interaction online (cyberspace) with consumers, and also the ease for entrepreneurs in choosing specific targets or potential customers according to the criteria of the business being undertaken.
Accessory and Sesamoid Bones in the Body: A study on their Size and Presence
Authors: DEĞERMENCİ Muhammet , AYGÜN Ali , YILMAZ Halil , TOKPINAR Adem , BAS Orhan
Published: January 2024

Aim: Accessory and sesamoid bones are hidden anatomical structures that fulfil a wide variety of functions in the human body. Therefore, studying the nature, formation and dimensions of these structures is of great importance for the medical literature. In our study, we aimed to measure the presence and area (size) of these ossicles.

Material and Method: Our study was performed retrospectively on the images of individuals who applied to Ordu University and whose radiological images were obtained. The presence of accessory and sesamoid ossicles (present/absent) and their sizes (measured using the PACS system) were evaluated on radiographs and Computed Tomography (CT) images. The results of the ossicles were divided into gender, age, and bilateral groups. Statistical analyzes were performed with the SPSS program.

Results: The most common and largest accessory ossicles in the foot were os peroneum (18.2%), os naviculare accessoria (17.4%), os trigonum (12.1%) and os intermetatarsarum (7.8%). Sesamoid ossicles at the level of the first metatarsophalangeal (mtp) joint of the foot and the first metacarpopgalangeal (mcp) joint of the hand were found to be 100% common. The second most common sesamoid bone in the hand and foot was at the fifth mtp (22.22%) and mcp (68.53%) joints. In the hand, the most common accessory ossicles were os triangulare (6.08%), os radiale externum (2.60%) and os centrale (1.73%). Accessory ossicles (fabella: 19%, cyamella: 17.5%) were found in 25.5% of the knee.

Conclusion: Accessory and sesamoid ossicles are most commonly found in the hand, foot, and knee. The presence and size of these ossicles can be both beneficial and harmful. Sesamoids provide mechanical benefit, whereas accessory ossicles can be mistaken for fractures and may lead to unnecessary medical conditions. Knowing the dimensions of these ossicles allows them to be clinically differentiated from avulsion fractures.
The Effect of Surgical Nurses' Attitudes Towards Evidence-Based Practices on Patient Safety Culture: Descriptive and Relationship-Seeking Study
Authors: KAPIKIRAN Gürkan , ÇETİN Yasin , AĞRALI Cansu , ÜNAL Esra
Published: January 2024

Aim: This study was aimed to evaluate the relationship and the effect of surgical nurses' attitudes to evidence-based nursing (EBN) practices on patient safety culture (PSC).

Material and Method: The study was descriptive and correlational. The sample consisted of 364 nurses working in the surgical departments of a university hospital. Data were collected by using individual information form, attitude towards EBN scale and PSC scale.

Results: The average total score of PSC of surgical nurses was 3.60±0.38 and the average total score of attitudes towards EBN practice was 60.07±6.01. There was a strong positive correlation between EBN practices and PSC (r=0.705, p=0.000). In the regression analysis, it was seen that the attitude towards EBN practices, which was the predictor variable, explained approximately 49.7% of the variance in the predicted variable of PSC (F=358.175; R2=0.497; p=0.000).

Conclusion: It was determined that the attitudes of surgical nurses towards EBN practices and PSC were positive. It was found that surgical nurses with higher attitudes towards EBN practices had more positive attitudes towards PSC. Although PSC is important for nurses working in all clinics, it is more important for nurses working in surgical clinics. Therefore, it is recommended that working conditions should be improved and in-service trainings should be planned in line with the latest evidence findings.
Optimal Transport and Generalized Ricci Flow
Authors:   Universit&, Kopfer Eva ,   #228,   t Bonn, Germany, Streets Jeffrey ,   University of California, USA
Published: January 2024

We prove results relating the theory of optimal transport and generalized Ricci flow. We define an adapted cost functional for measures using a solution of the associated dilaton flow. This determines a formal notion of geodesics in the space of measures, and we show geodesic convexity of an associated entropy functional. Finally, we show monotonicity of the cost along the backwards heat flow, and use this to give a new proof of the monotonicity of the energy functional along generalized Ricci flow.