bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
SODIUM CHLORIDE AND SILICON AFFECT YIELD AND QUALITY OF TOMATO FRUITS
Authors: Carbajal-Vázquez Víctor Hugo , Gómez-Merino Fernando Carlos , Alcántar-González Gabriel , Herrera-Corredor José Andrés , Contreras-Oliva Adriana , Trejo-Téllez Libia Iris
Published: May 2023

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is a glycophyte species with medium sensitivity to salts, tolerating electrical conductivity values in the soil solution of up to 2.5 dS m-1. Silicon (Si) is a beneficial element that can act as an inorganic biostimulant in plants subjected to salinity. In this research, the main effects of two study factors were evaluated: a) salinity by NaCl (0, 50, and 100 mM) in the nutrient solution and b) biostimulation by Si, applied to the leaves (0, 75, and 150 mg L-1), as well as the interaction of both factors on yield and quality in fruits of the second cluster of tomato plants cv. Río Supremo grown hydroponically under greenhouse conditions. Yield was significantly reduced in the saline treatments, and was not affected by the application of silicon. Compared with the control, the NaCl concentrations evaluated reduced the fruit pH value by 6.2 %, but increased titratable acidity (TA) by 64.8 %, electrical conductivity (EC) by 72.9 %, and total soluble solids (TSS) by 80 %. Consequently, the NaCl treatments increased the TSS/TA ratio, compared to the control. The application of 75 mg Si L-1 through the leaves reduced the pH of the fruit by 0.6 %, while the dose of 150 mg Si L-1 increased the EC and the TSS/TA ratio in fruits. In plants treated with 50 mM NaCl and with both doses of Si, an increase in fruit pH was recorded, while treatments with 100 mM NaCl with both doses of Si significantly reduced the TA values. The TSS/TA ratio increased with both doses of Si in the treatments with 100 mM NaCl. It is concluded that the combination of saline treatments with silicon can improve some quality attributes of tomato cv. Río Supremo fruits.
SECURING DIGITAL INFORMATION THROUGH IMAGE WATERMARKING WITH LSB ALGORITHM: A COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW AND IMPLEMENTATION USING MATLAB
Authors:   Electronicsand Control Engineering Department, Technical Engineering College-Kirkuk, Northern Technical University, Shareef Anmar Aidi , Ahmed Mohammed Ghadhban ,   Electronicsand Control Engineering Department, Technical Engineering College-Kirkuk, Northern Technical University
Published: May 2023

Over the years, researchers have been intrigued by the concept of information hiding, which involves concealing secrets and protecting information. Digital watermarking and steganography tools have been developed to achieve this objective, particularly in the realm of digital rights management. Digital watermark technology functions by embedding copyright information into the carrier, with the aim of safeguarding it. The digital watermark serves as a linkage between the hidden data and carrier data. In most instances, the carrier data is distorted during the concealment process, and cannot be restored to its original state. This study provides a comprehensive overview of image watermarking and the various security concerns surrounding it. The Image Watermarking technique using the Least Significant Bit (LSB) algorithm has been adopted in this work for embedding images/messages/logos into images. The study has been executed using MATLAB.
German Kahn and Global Strategy
Authors:   Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science, senior lecturer, Journalism and Mass Communications University of Uzbekistan, Khikmatov Fatkhulla Khabibullaevich
Published: May 2023

The article analyzes the political ideas of German Kahn, one of the major modern representatives of strategic thinking, and their role and significance in the states (especially in the US experience) and international political relations. In particular, aspects of strategic knowledge that work in the area of expanding our goals and opportunities, its habitual thinking is related to limited goals and opportunities, and the fact that strategic thinking arising from one of the two allows one to consider not only one’s own decisions, but also those of one’s opponent, were analyzed. Also, the possibilities of strategic thinking and analysis today are highlighted.
A Review of the Literature on the Porcelain Gallbladder
Authors:   Hospital General Regional número 1 Vicente Guerrero - Acapulco – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Romero Arturo Rojas , Avendaño Ana Laura Esmeralda Muñoz ,   Hospital General de Zona 6 Tepeji Del Río – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Martín Obed Obregón Palomar ,   Hospital General de Zona 48 – Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social. Ciudad de México, Mexico, Pineda Aldo González ,   Facultad de Estudios Superiores Zaragoza de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. Ciudad de México, México.
Published: May 2023

Porcelain gallbladder is a rare and potentially serious condition characterized by calcification of the gallbladder wall. Chronic inflammation and bile flow obstruction are thought to be important factors in its pathogenesis. The clinical presentation of this condition can range from asymptomatic to severe complications such as bile duct obstruction and acute cholecystitis. Diagnosis is made by a combination of clinical, radiological and biopsy findings. Treatment is controversial due to the rarity of the condition and the lack of clinical studies. In most cases, cholecystectomy is recommended as definitive treatment to prevent serious complications. Careful evaluation and an individualized approach to the management of this potentially serious condition is needed.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome: Review of Current Literature
Authors:   Hospital General de Zona 6 Tepeji Del Río – Instituto Mexicano del seguro social, Avendaño Ana Laura Esmeralda Muñoz , Totomoch Arroyo Jorge Alejandro ,   Unidad de Medicina Familiar 9, San Pedro de los Pinos - Instituto Mexicano del seguro social, Villarreal Portillo Daniel Armando ,   Hospital Psiquiátrico Dr Rafael Serrano. Puebla, México, Moreno Michelle Macias ,   Universidad de las Américas. Puebla, México
Published: May 2023

Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome (FHCFS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the peritoneal and hepatic surfaces, causing the formation of adhesions and fibrous bands between these structures. This condition occurs as a result of prior infection by sexually transmitted pathogens, such as Chlamydia trachomatis or Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which provoke an inflammatory response at the peritoneal level and subsequently affect the hepatic surface.1
Parotid Gland Adenocarcinoma: A Case Report
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Indonesia, Eliana Ariska Pranastiara Putri , Yamsun M. ,   Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman UniversityDepartment of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Jenderal Soedirman University, Purwokerto, Indonesia
Published: May 2023

Adenocarcinoma no otherwise specified (NOS) and polymorphous low-grade adenocarcinoma (PLGA), are malignant tumors of the salivary glands. Both types of malignant tumors have the potential for recurrence and distant metastases. Rare cases of recurrence and metastases lead to the absence of standardized systemic therapy for salivary gland cancer. This case report aims to expand the literature regarding recurrence and distant metastases of parotid gland adenocarcinoma. We report the case of a 54-year-old woman who complained of a recurrent lump in the right mandibular area who had previously undergone chemoradiotherapy, right parothyrodectomy, and left mastectomy. Histopathological examination of the biopsies that were performed gave different results, namely adenocarcinoma and PLGA.
Osteosynthesis with Variable Angle Volar Plate in Dorsal Barton Fracture Due to Blunt Trauma: Clinical Case
Authors:   Universidad del Sinú, Cartagena. Tv. 54 #41-117. +57 5 6517013 ext. 3410-3411. Postcode: 130001, Roberto Eljadue-Flórez , Helen González-Villalba ,   Universidad del Sinú, Cartagena. Tv. 54 #41-117. +57 5 6517013 ext. 3410-3411. Postcode: 130001, Elloth Támara-Contreras ,   Universidad del Sinú, Cartagena. Tv. 54 #41-117. +57 5 6517013 ext. 3410-3411. Postcode: 130001, Dilia Fontalvo-Rivera ,   Universidad del Sinú, Cartagena. Tv. 54 #41-117. +57 5 6517013 ext. 3410-3411. Postcode: 130001
Published: May 2023

Distal radius fractures in young adults are associated with high-energy trauma and in elderly people with low-energy falls. One of the distal radius fractures is the Barton Fracture (BF), a radiocarpal fracture-luxation whose production mechanism usually varies, the most common being a fall on an extended and pronated wrist. We present a 27-year-old male patient with distal radius epiphysis injury with radiocarpal dislocation following blunt trauma. Timely osteosynthesis with variable angle volar plate favored the restoration of distal radiocarpal and radioulnar biomechanics.
Kajian Yuridis Terhadap Penerbitan Surat Perintah Penyidikan Ganda
Authors: Ririhena Vivi Angely , Pasalbessy John Dirk , Hattu Jacob
Published: May 2023

Introduction: An Investigative Order or Sprindik is one of the legal processes related to administration in giving authority to investigators to be able to carry out investigations.Purposes of the Research: To analyze and discuss whether it is justified in terms of criminal procedural law procedures, issuance of investigative orders (sprindiks) on the same legal subject with different objects and to explain what legal consequences occur when two sprindiks are issued from the same subject, in the case of BNI Ambon branch main office in 2019. Methods of the Research: The research method used is normative juridical research. In this study, three approaches to the problem are used, namely the statutory approach, the conceptual approach, and the case approach. Sources of data obtained are primary legal materials and secondary legal materials. The technique of collecting legal materials uses the literature study method. All data in this study were analyzed qualitatively.Results of the Research: The results of this study indicate that the rules regarding the issuance of the Sprindik are in accordance with the provisions of the criminal procedure law but there are no rules that specifically regulate the number of times the Sprindik is issued by investigators. In a criminal case, the issuance of the double Sprindik resulted in the abuse of power (abuse of power), conflict of interest among investigators, and the cancellation of the Sprindik through the pretrial process and the existence of the Double Sprindik resulted in the absence of legal certainty regarding which Sprindik was used. This is because there are no regulations that explicitly regulate the number of times the Sprindik is issued.
Urgensi Indonesia Untuk Meratifikasi Konvensi Tentang Perlindungan Terhadap Penghilangan Orang Secara Paksa
Authors: Fitrah Nurul , Anwar Arman , Hanafi Irma Halima
Published: May 2023

Introduction: The Special Committee of the House of Representatives on the Handling of Discussions on the Results of the Investigation into the Enforced Disappearance of Persons for the Period 1997-1998, has issued four points of recommendation to the President. One of the four points is to urge the government to immediately ratify the convention on protection against forced disappearances of persons.Purposes of the Research: The purpose of this research was to determine the regulation of international law against forced disappearances of persons, and to know the urgency of Indonesia to ratify the convention on the protection against forced disappearances of persons. Methods of the Research: The research methods used are normative juridical research methods, analytical descriptive research types, sources of legal materials, namely primary legal materials, secondary legal materials and tertiary legal materials. Technical collection of legal materials through library research and processing techniques for legal materials using qualitative analysis.Results of the Research: The result of the study is that international convention for the protection of all persons from enforced disappearance is an international instrument that regulates the obligations and responsibilities of states in providing protection to all persons from enforced disappearances. Indonesia has not yet ratified the convention of the protection of all persons from enforced disappearances.  This Convention is very urgent to be ratified by Indonesia because it is one of the foundations of international human rights law that can provide protection, as well as a preventive and corrective effort of the state in ensuring the protection of all people from enforced disappearances. In addition, it is also to encourage cases of enforced disappearances in Indonesia in the past to be resolved and not repeated in the future.
Penerapan Hukum Terhadap Tindak Pidana Penyebaran Konten Pornografi Berdasarkan Presfektif Restorative Justice
Authors: Permatasari Fitrah Azizah Alif , Hehanussa Deassy Jacomina Anthoneta , Salamor Yonna Beatrix
Published: May 2023

Introduction: The spread of pornographic content can be qualified as a crime because it fulfills the criminal element, namely the objective element and the subjective element.Purposes of the Research: To analyze and discuss Restorative Justice can be used in solving pornographic cases. Methods of the Research: Normative research, with a statutory approach and a conceptual approach, the problem approach used is literature study. The sources of legal materials used are primary legal materials, secondary legal materials, and tertiary legal materials. Data collection techniques through qualitative analysis methods.Results of the Research: The spread of pornographic content can be qualified as a crime because it fulfills the criminal element, namely the objective element and the subjective element. Law enforcement The application of Restorative Justice can be used in every stage of the criminal justice system and the restorative justice process is only used if the general and specific requirements are met.
Kajian Kriminologi Terhadap Penyalahgunaan Minuman Beralkohol Tradisional Bagi Perilaku Remaja
Authors: Latumahina Yuni Kartika , Sopacua Margie Gladies , Makaruku Steven
Published: May 2023

Introduction: The habit of the people to drink traditional liquor in Ambon City is usually used more for traditional events and has become a tradition that still exists today, this is done with the aim of strengthening fraternal relations and maintaining unity, but it is different from the current situation where drinking more widely known by teenagers than among parents.Purposes of the Research: Aims to study and explain what factors cause the abuse of Alcoholic Drinks and the impact on the abuse of Alcoholic Drinks for adolescents in Galunggung, Ambon City. The method used in this paper is juridical sociology which in other words is field research. This type of research is descriptive analysis. Types and sources of data consist of primary data and secondary data. Data collection techniques were carried out by means of interviews, observations and literature studies. Analyzed qualitatively. Methods of the Research: In this legal research, the author uses sociological juridical research. Sociological juridical research is a field research. This type of sociological juridical research uses primary data, with primary data obtained directly from the source so that it is still in the form of raw data.Results of the Research: The results of the study that cause adolescents to abuse alcoholic beverages are caused by several factors such as adolescent individual factors, family factors, lack of religious education, economic factors and environmental factors.
НЕКОТОРЫЕ ОСОБЕННОСТИ МЕТОДОЛОГИИ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ ИНСТИТУЦИОНАЛЬНОЙ СРЕДЫ МАЛЫХ ПРОМЫШЛЕННЫХ ПРЕДПРИЯТИ
Authors: Курпаяниди Константин
Published: May 2023

Трендом научных исследований последних лет является актуализация необходимости преобразования институтов в Узбекистане. Отечественная институциональная школа пока не выработала адекватного специфике национальных малых промышленных предприятий методологического инструментария, на который можно было бы опереться в процессах исследования, оценки и внедрения институциональных преобразований в этом секторе промышленности. Целью исследования является анализ современных теорий и методологии исследования институциональной среды малых промышленных предприятий.
ЎЗБЕКИСТОН СУҒУРТА БОЗОРИНИ РИВОЖЛАНТИРИШ ЙЎЛЛАРИ ХИТОЙ ТАЖРИБАСИ АСОСИДА
Authors: Қаршиев Келдиёр
Published: May 2023

Ушбу мақолада Хитой суғурта бозорини ривожланиш жараёнлари тахлили келтирилиб, Хитой суғурта бозорининг Ўзбекистон суғурта бозори билан қиёсий тахлили асосида Ўзбекистон суғурта бозорини ривожлантириш истиқболлари келтирилган.Ўзбекистон суғурта бозорида хаёт суғуртаси аҳамиятини ошириш бўйича таклифлар мавжуд.
INVESTITSIYALARNING IQTISODIY AHAMIYATI VA UNING YANGI RIVOJLANISH TENDENSIYALARI
Authors: Isomitdinova Gulbaxor
Published: May 2023

Ushbu maqolada investitsiyalarning iqtisodiy ahamiyati va ularning rivojlanish tendensiyalari oʻrganildi, investitsiyalarni jalb qilish nuqtai nazaridan iqtisodiyotning ustuvor tarmoqlari aniqlandi va asosiy muammolari tadqiq etildi. Muhokamada investitsiyalarning yangi turlarini oʻziga xosliklarini va istiqbollarini aniqlash markaziy oʻrinni egallaydi.
TALABALARNING GRAFIK KOMPETENTLIGINI RIVOJLANTIRISHNING OʻZIGA XOS XUSUSIYATLARI
Authors: Boʻriboyeva Dilraboxon
Published: May 2023

Ushbu maqolada chizmachilik oʻqituvchisining grafik kompetentligni rivojlantirishning ilmiy asosi keltirilgan. Muammo yuzasidan boʻlajak chizmachilik oʻqituvchisiga xos kompetentlik sifatlari, kasbiy pedagogik faoliyatidagi ahamiyatlari chet el va respublikamiz pedagog-olimlarimizning izlanishlari taxlil qilingan. Taxlillar natijasida boʻlgʻusi pedagoglarning grafik kompetentligini rivojlantirish haqida ilmiy asoslangan.
БОШҚАРУВ ФАОЛИЯТИДА СОҒЛОМ ВА ИЖОДИЙ МУҲИТНИ РИВОЖЛАНТИРИШДА БОШҚАРУВ КОМПЕТЕНЦИЯЛАРИ (HARD SKILLS) ВА (SOFT SKILLS) РАҲБАР ПРОФЕССИОНАЛИЗМИНИ ИФОДАЛАШ БИРЛИГИ СИФАТИДА
Authors: Байбаева Мухайё , Имомов Инъомиддин
Published: May 2023

Ушбу мақолада раҳбарларнинг бошқарув фаолиятида соғлом ва ижодий муҳитни ривожлантиришда бошқарув компетенциялари (hard skills) ва (soft skills) раҳбар профессионализмини ифодалаш бўйича маълумотлар ёритилган.
Histological changes in the amniotic membrane structure of gestational diabetic women’s’ in comparison with pregestational diabetic and non-diabetic women
Authors: Ali Wafaa Idress , Waheed Intissar Numman , Abdulla Imad Taher
Published: May 2023

The main objective of this study was to compare the demographic characteristics and histological changes in the amniotic membrane (AM) of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), pregestational diabetes mellitus (PGDM), and non-diabetic women. A total of thirty AM samples (n = 10 for each group) were obtained from full-term pregnant women without any complications. These samples were processed for paraffin blocks, sectioned, and stained with H&E. The results of demographic characteristics showed the mean maternal age of the PGDM and GDM groups was significantly higher compared with the control. Neonatal weight decreased significantly in the PGDM group, but both diabetic groups showed no significant differences between them in terms of maternal age and neonatal weight. A random blood sugar (RBS) test and WBC count showed a highly significant increase in GDM and a significant increase in PGDM. The highest significant value of RBC was recorded for PGDM. The thickness of the epithelial layer plus the basement membrane (BM) was significantly increased due to the PGDM. while the compact layer plus the fibroblast layer and the total thickness of AM showed a significant increase in GDM. The nucleus diameter of AM epithelial cells was significantly decreased in diabetic groups. The histological examination revealed that both diabetic groups caused several changes and damage in AM, including: hypertrophy and hyperplasia in epithelial cells associated with the formation of the vacuole between them; degeneration of some of these cells that pinched off from the lining epithelium; breakdown of the compact and fibroblast layers and caused damage to the stromal collagen fibril; epithelial cells and their nuclei became elongated and resembled columnar epithelium; and the basement membrane appeared thicker in comparison to the control group. In conclusion, GDM and PGDM induced various alterations and damage to the AM, which in turn delayed embryonic development and the delivery.
THE STUDENTS’ ABILITY TO IDENTIFY NOMINAL AND VERBAL SENTENCES IN ENGLISH OF GRADE VIII
Authors: Utari Hari Indah , Zulkarnain Iskandar , Sihite Meida Rabia
Published: May 2023

This study was conducted by using descriptive qualitative design. The objective of this study was to find out the students’ ability in identifying nominal and verbal sentences. The subject of the research was of grade VIII at SMP Teladan Sei Rampah academic year 2018-2019. The total number the subject was 20 students. To obtain data, a grammar test was administered to the students. After the data had been analyzed, it was found that the students were able to identify nominal and verbal sentences in English. Thus, it was concluded that the students’ of grade VIII at SMP Teladan Sei Rampah academic year 2018-2019 were able to identify nominal and verbal sentences in English.
Late-onset psychose: een diagnostische en therapeutische uitdaging voor de clinicus
Authors: De Mulder L. , Lemey L. , Audenaert K. , Desmyter S. , Roosens E.
Published: May 2023

Late-onset psychosis: a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for the clinician

In clinical practice, doctors are frequently confronted with psychosis in the elderly (above 60 years). This symptomatology presents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for the clinician. Its cause may be primarily psychiatric or secondary to a somatic or neurological disorder.

In this article, the case of an elderly woman presenting with typical partition delusions (the belief that something or someone exerts influence through impermeable structures) is described. This case illustrates the difficult differential diagnosis between primary psychiatric disorders and neurocognitive disorders with late-onset psychotic symptoms, as well as the discussion concerning the nosological classification of schizophrenia in the elderly population. At the end of the 20th century, the term ‘very late-onset schizophrenia-like psychosis’ was introduced for schizophrenia-like psychotic symptoms developing after the age of 60. To this day, the validity of the existence and the etiology of this subgroup of schizophrenia remain a matter of debate. Psychosocial interventions are the first step in the treatment of late-onset psychotic symptoms. The use of antipsychotics is reserved for persistent, severe and debilitating symptoms because of the many side effects in the elderly population. However, the symptoms are often intrusive and have a negative impact on general functioning, so that drug treatment is regularly used in clinical practice.
PEMANFAATAN ARANG SABUT KELAPA DAN KULIT PINANG MENJADI BIOBRIKET UNTUK MENINGKATKAN NILAI TAMBAH
Authors: Arisandi Meri , Yulia Ade , Prihantoro Rudi , Fiardilla Fauziah
Published: May 2023

Areca nut coir contains several chemical compounds, i.e., cellulose (34,18%), hemicellulose (20.83%), and lignin (31.6%). These chemical compounds are a source of carbon in the manufacture of activated charcoal or adsorbents and coconut coir is a material containing lignicellulose which can be used as a substitute for fuel. One way to use areca nut and coconut coir is to make biobriquettes. Processing of areca and coconut coir into biobriquettes deals with numerous production factors, starting from additional materials, labor, production equipment, and other materials. Processing costs are conducted to obtain higher prices and higher profits than without a production process, so value added analysis is needed. The purpose of this research is to find out the added value generated from processing areca nut shells and coconut coir into biobriquettes. Data were obtained from primary and secondary data. The methods used in this research are descriptive and quantitative methods. Based on the results of the research, processing of areca shell charcoal and coconut coir into biobriquettes starts from ordering raw materials, maintenance and storage of raw materials. The production process is conducted by weighing the raw materials, carbonizing, milling, sieving, mixing charcoal flour with tapioca flour, moulding, drying and packaging. and added value analysis shows that the business plan for processing areca shell charcoal and coconut coir into biobriquettes obtains an added value of Rp. 3,077/kg of raw materials. A large added value of zero (Rp. 3,077> 0) means that the utilization of areca nut shells and coconut husks into biobriquettes generates added value.
Pengaruh Padat Tebar Bervariasi Terhadap Pertumbuhan dan Sintasan Benih Ikan Mas (Cyprinus carpio) dan Ikan Nila (Oreochromis niloticus) Pada Pemeliharaan Sistem Polikultur Dalam Media Bioflok
Authors: Hasmin Firma amin , Lahming  , Patang
Published: May 2023

Pembudidayaan ikan yang cukup besar maka dibutuhkan sebuah teknologi budidaya. Ikan yang tumbuh dalam jumlah yang tinggi dapat dikontrol dengan menggunakan teknologi pembudidayaan. Tujuan penelitian menganalisis pengaruh padat tebar bervariasi terhadap kualitas air benih ikan mas dan ikan nila pada pemeliharaan sistem polikultur dalam media bioflok. Variable yang diamati pada penelitan ini adalah berat ikan, protein efisiensi pakan, efisiensi pemanfaatan pakan, kualitas air (suhu, pH, DO, amonia dan fosfat), kelangsungan hidup, pertumbuhan berat mutlak, dan laju pertumbuhan spesifik Data diolah dengan menggunakan program SPSS Versi 22 dengan Analisis (ANOVA) jika terdapat perbedaan dilanjutkan dengan Tukey HSD. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan padat tebar bervariasi berpengaruh terhadap pertumbuhan. Perlakuan yang terbaik pada penelitian ini adalah perlakuan A: 2 ekor per liter, dengan perbandingan ikan mas dan ikan nila 7:1 (123 ekor ikan mas, 17 ekor ikan nila, dengan 15 ml bioflok/L). Kualitas air, suhu kisaran 26, 44 oC sampai dengan 27,68 oC, pH kisaran 7,4 sampai 7,9, Oksigen Terlarut kisaran 5,6 sampai dengan 7,6, amonia kisaran 0,11 sampai dengan 0,51 dan fosfat kisaran 0,15 sampai dengan 0,42 dan masih berada pada kondisi yang baik dalam budidaya ikan.
Stavovi mladih prema ovisnosti
Authors: Buljubašić Ante , Luketin Luciana , Milano Bekavac Amneris
Published: May 2023

Cilj: Cilj ovog rada je procijeniti stavove mladih ljudi prema ovisnosti. Metode: Za istraživanje su korišteni upitnici za prikupljanje sociodemografskih karakteristika ispitanika te upitnik koji se odnosi na stavove ispitanika prema konzumaciji droga sastavljen od trideset i devet tvrdnji vezanih za stavove ispitanika prema ovisnostima, predan ispitanicima u izravnom kontaktu. Istraživanje je bilo dobrovoljno i anonimno.Rezultati: U istraživanju je sudjelovalo 502 ispitanika od kojih je 246 (49%) bilo muškaraca i 256 (51%) žena u dobi od 15 do 18 godina. Ispitanici su bili učenici prvog (N=261) i četvrtog (N=241) razreda srednjih škola. Na tvrdnje “Korištenje kanabisa ne treba biti legalno.” i “Nije normalno da mladi ljudi probaju droge barem jednom.”, muškarci su zauzeli značajno povoljnije sta-vove. Učenici prvog i četvrtog razreda su statistički značajno različito odgovorili na tvrdnju “Povremeno korištenje kanabisa/ma-rihuane je opasno.”, dok su kod tvrdnje “Većina mladih danas proba ecstasy.” odgovori učenika prvih i četvrtih razreda statistički značajno različiti. Analizom odgovora prema školama na tvrdnje “Sve droge nisu jednako štetne za Vaše zdravlje.” te “Povremeno korištenje kanabisa/marihuane je opasno.”, uočeni su statistički značajno različiti odgovori.Zaključci: Iako većina ispitanika ima pozitivne stavove o ovisnostima i smatra da je edukacija o ovisnostima potrebna već u ranoj fazi školovanja, ipak su rezultati pokazali da svaki peti ispitanik prvog razredu srednje škole te svaki treći ispitanik četvrtog razreda srednje škole konzumira kanabis. Ovakvi rezultati govore u prilog potrebe sustavnog pristupa šire zajednice u rješavanju ovog problema.
Self-assessed needs of the elderly for the non-institutional care
services of gerontological centers in relation to their functional ability
Authors: Tičinović Marina , Tomasović Mrčela Nada
Published: May 2023

Aim of this paper is to determine whether there is a difference between the expressed need and choice of priorities of the non-institutional care services provided by gerontological centres and the category of their functional independence in the elderly who are on the official waiting list for placement in the decentralized Nursing home Split “Vukovarska”.Methods: The research was conducted in November 2021. The participants were aged 65 and over who were on the official waiting list of the Nursing home Split. The research was conducted via telephone survey with the guaranteed anonymity of the participants. The following questionnaires were used: Questionnaire on sociodemographic characteristics, Questionnaire for self-assessment of elderly persons on the need and choice of offered services of non-institutional care, Barthel index modified according to Shah S., Vanclay F. and Cooper B. (MBI).Results: The study included 182 participants. There was a statistically significant difference between the participants’ stated need and choice of priorities for the offered services of the gerontological centre and the category of functional independence of the participants in relation to offered services: help at home (p<0.001); day stay (p<0.001); programs of continuous physical, mental, work, and cultural and entertainment activities (p<0.001); medical, social and psychological services (p<0.002); technical assistance (p<0.001).Conclusions: This study indicates that the functional independence of the elderly is an important gerontological public health indicator in the planning of non-institutional care for the elderly population.
Peroralni
preparati željeza u prevenciji i liječenju sideropenične anemije u dječjoj dobi
Authors: Đurović Ivana , Rešić Arnes
Published: May 2023

Sideropenična anemija se javlja uslijed smanjenog unosa željeza hranom, kod poremećaja u apsorpciji željeza u probavnom traktu, zbog gubitka krvi ili zbog povećanih potreba organizma za željezom. Procjenjuje se da od sideropenične anemije pati oko 30% svjetske populacije, od čega je više od 40% predškolske djece. U prevenciji nastanka sideropenične anemije značajna je edu-kacija roditelja i populacije o važnosti pravilne prehrane i unosu željeza u organizam putem hrane. Najznačajnije je utvrditi uzrok anemije, a cilj liječenja je normalizacija hemoglobina, serumskog željeza te popunjavanje rezervi željeza. Liječenje sideropenične anemije se provodi peroralnim preparatima željeza koji su po svome sastavu organske ili anorganske soli željeza u dvovalentnom (fero) ili trovalentnom (feri) obliku. Ovim radom daje se sustavni pregled aktualnih smjernica, preporuka i postupaka koji se koriste u svrhu prevencije i liječenja sideropenične anemije u pedijatrijskoj populaciji. Također, u radu se daje pregled peroralnih prepa-rata željeza koji su registrirani lijekovi, dodaci prehrani i početne dojenačke formule, zastupljeni na hrvatskom tržištu.
The God of faith and (or) the God of the philosophers in the light of the conversion of Blaise Pascal
Authors: Mlikotić Stipe , Vučković Ante
Published: May 2023

Aim: To discuss the relationship between God as understood in philosophy and God as understood by the Christian faith in the light of the conversion of the scientist Blaise Pascal.Methods: We offered an explanation of the philosophemeattributable to Blaise Pascal, and then examined the mean-ing of the phrase God of the philosophers, with special at-tention to Plato’s and Aristotle’s theology, and then assessed the prominent features of the Christian God. The Hellenistic environment in which early Christianity spread and its influence on early Christian theology were analysed, with special emphasis on the term logos.Results: Blaise Pascal’s Christian faith was not in accordance with Catholic Church, although Pascal considered himself a Catholic. We demonstrated that term God of philosophers is ambiguous term, i.e. what that God is. It appears that most probably God of philosophers is god of Aristotle or Plato because these two philosophers had the biggest impact on the evolution of natural theology. The God of philosophersis more like an impersonal concept than a person like God of faith. We presented the essential features of the Christian God: the doctrine of the Trinity, God’s creation, God’s per-sonality and God’s incarnation, and discussed on the differ-ent understandings of the term logos, and its importance. For us, the term logos served as a point of contact between the philosophical and the Christian understanding of God. Conclusion: Christianity is a faith based on reason, i.e. in Christian God can be known through reason and not just by faith. We tried to go beyond Pascal’s radical distinction between the God of faith and the God of the philosophers, namely through the lens of the philosophical term logos and show the there is no radical difference between the God of faith and God of philosophers
The Olivetti of Zanuso among project, process, and product
Authors: Di Mari Giuliana , Garda Emilia
Published: May 2023

During the years of post-war reconstruction in Italy, the project represented an instrument of revenge on the ruins inherited from the war and industry seemed to be the answer to the needs of a society that was rebuilding itself. The bond between project and industry thus spreads to all sectors of artistic production and the common thread is the use of words borrowed from the world of industry, thus raising the phenomenon of industrialisation.
Olivetti’s experience is placed in this scenario, characterised by his interest beyond the factory, aimed at architectural, urban planning, cultural, publishing, and political issues. The Olivetti ideal focuses on aspects ranging from the typewriter to the city. The best architects work for Olivetti, and among them is Marco Zanuso. The factory is the topos of the project, in which theories of building industrialisation are synthesised. Zanuso experiments with the material’s potential to address issues related to the factory; in the reinforced concrete, he discovers the possibility of rationalising the composition process. Thus, the structure finds the perfect balance between technique and expressive language, generating space, light, form, and function. The beam-pillar system, an ideal synthesis of the architecture for Olivetti in Argentina and Brazil, discloses the capacity to conceive space as a single entity, in which the recognisability of the construction system becomes the identifying key of the factory itself.
Remuneração dos executivos e risco
Authors: Machado Vagner Naysinger , Bernardi Sonza Igor
Published: May 2023

O objetivo do presente artigo é identificar a influência da remuneração dos executivos no risco das companhias de capital aberto listadas na B3 (Brasil, Bolsa, Balcão). Para este fim, foram coletados os dados de 230 empresas, no período de 2010 a 2019, os quais foram submetidos a regressões por dados em painel não balanceados, através do método dos momentos generalizado sistêmico (GMM-SYS). Os resultados sugerem que a remuneração total e média, assim como o salário fixo, bônus e compensação por ações e opções pagos aos executivos aumentam o risco contábil e diminuem o risco de mercado das companhias. A disparidade entre os maiores e menores salários aumentam a percepção do mercado quanto aos níveis de risco das firmas. Além disso, o desempenho, endividamento e aspectos ligados ao turnover, tenure e idade dos executivos influenciam no risco das companhias.
Comportamento assimétrico de custos na análise de concorrentes: estudo por meio de informações públicas
Authors: Melo José Augusto Sousa de , Wencel Simone Luzia Santana Sambugaro , Marques Kelly Cristina Mucio , Abbas Katia
Published: May 2023

O estudo teve o objetivo de identificar como as informações sobre o comportamento assimétrico dos custos podem ser usadas para a análise de custos de concorrentes no segmento de vestuário. Foi utilizado o modelo de Anderson, Banker e Janakiraman (2003) para identificação do comportamento de custos das cinco empresas analisadas no período de 2010 a 2019 e, posteriormente, foi realizado um modelo de regressão com dados em painel para investigar a influência do comportamento assimétrico dos custos sobre o desempenho das empresas. Os resultados apontaram que empresas com comportamento assimétrico (anti-sticky) apresentaram desempenho (medido pela margem bruta e pelo EBITDA) menor em relação às com comportamento simétrico de custos, mesmo apresentando menor participação de custos e despesas fixas na estrutura de custos. Esse resultado contribui ao evidenciar a importância de que informações sobre comportamento assimétrico dos custos sejam acompanhadas na análise de custos de concorrentes, especialmente em relação à estrutura de custos, visto que podem influenciar o resultado esperado.
Contextual Approach-Based E-Module Assessment to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Ability and Skills
Authors: Yuliastrin Adisti , Vebrianto Rian , Radeswandri Radeswandri , Maisyaroh Fahkroh Zulfi
Published: May 2023

The research objective of this article is to provide an overview of assessment in the form of improving students' critical thinking abilities and skills through a quality science learning contextual approach. This article discusses several formulations of the problem: E-Modules based on a practical contextual approach to improve students' critical thinking skills, E-Modules based on an efficient contextual approach to improving students' critical thinking skills, and the effect of using E-Modules in the Middle School Science learning process. The form of the research used was the RnD model instrument development research (Allesi and Trollip) which involved 35 respondents. This research involved 35 respondents from several students, teachers, and lecturers. Data is collected in Google form. After that, the data was processed and analyzed using SPSS 0.16. The study results show that the E-Module media is effective and efficient for use in the teaching and learning process and influences the learning process for junior high school students. This study shows that e-module teaching media can be preserved and used in teaching and learning. This article shows that e-module media can be used in the teaching-learning process. It is hoped that the existence of teaching media assessment instruments in the form of e-modules that are memorable in innovative and efficient teaching and learning processes.
Small molecule-induced destabilization of β-catenin and RAS is the ideal strategies for suppressing colorectal cancer
Authors: Kim Yonghyo , Kang Myoung-Hee , Kim Geon-Woo , Cho Yong-Hee
Published: May 2023

Background: Mutations of adenomatous polyposis coli (APC) and KRAS play essential roles in the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) by forming an abnormal colon morphology. Despite intensive efforts to discover therapeutic strategies to re-transform cancer cells into normal cells, no effective approaches have been reported yet.Methods: In this study, we aimed to identify therapeutic strategies for inducing morphological changes of tumor organoids to structures similar to the normal intestine in ApcMin/+/KrasG12DLA2 mice by using KYA1797K, a dual inhibitor of the Wnt/β-catenin and RAS signaling pathways.Results: KYA1797K, previously identified as a dual inhibitor of the Wnt/β-catenin and RAS pathways, inhibited the growth of organoids derived from tumor cells of ApcMin/+/KrasG12DLA2 mice, with the transformation of benign tumor structures into normal structures, similar to bone morphogenetic protein 4 (BMP4), an intestinal differentiation signaling inducer.Conclusion: Given the anti-cancer effects of KYA1797K and its ability to induce morphological changes similar to those elicited by BMP4 treatment, the dual suppression of Wnt/β-catenin and RAS signaling is a potential therapy for treating CRC.
Detection of the Edges of the Squamous Cell Carcinoma Using Fuzzy Partial Ro-transform
Authors: Hasan Roaa H , N. Alkiffai Ameera
Published: May 2023

In both science and engineering, fuzzy partial differential equations are often used. The fuzzy Ro-transform transform and highly generalized H-differentiability notions are used in this study to propose a novel approach for solving fuzzy partial differential equations. The nth-order fuzzy partial derivative is given a general formula. By taking into account the borders of squamous cell carcinoma found through image processing after solving the wave equation and employing its answers, a squamous cell carcinoma application has been provided to illustrate the capabilities of the suggested approach.
Trade openness and wage inequality: Case of Tunisia
Authors: Hamza Ben Younes , Fayçal Ben Ameur
Published: May 2023

The 90's have been marked by an increasing globalization which has revealed two major trends, if on the one hand there has been a more pronounced opening up, especially in the ranks of emerging countries, on the other hand there has been a considerable rise in inequalities. Despite an abundant literature on the link between trade openness and wage inequality, the latter remains relatively ambiguous, particularly in the absence of a consensus, especially for the developing countries. This article therefore focuses on the impact of trade openness on wage inequality, particularly between skilled and unskilled workers for the case of Tunisia. Our analysis took into account a number of factors that influence this relationship, such as labor market fluctuations, technological transfer and the effect of institutions. Our contribution to this work is that unlike the majority of work conducted on the Tunisian case, our analysis has not been limited to the manufacturing industry but we have extended it to the services sector and the whole economy by including the non-manufacturing sector in order to provide a comparative analysis between these different sectors The exploitation of the estimation results over the period 1990 to 2020 shows that, in general, openness has contributed to the increase in wage inequalities in Tunisia
Sun Osc Mali's "Champion Nutrition" Approach: A Healthy Nutrition Strategy
Authors: H. DIALL  , S. DIARRA  , M. MBUKEMBO  , I. TRAORE
Published: May 2023

SUN-OSC Mali, in its efforts to contribute to nutritional well-being in the country, identified a number of nutrition champions in 2018 to serve as a platform for influence and advocacy to help it achieve its objectives. The identification of champions consisted of a selection of personalities within society who should belong to a national group to carry, support and influence legislation and policies, as well as planning and budgeting for nutrition in Mali. The analysis shows that 71% of the champions are male, mostly from the capital (Bamako), with the most represented fields being nutrition and communication. SUN (Scaling Up Nutrition) OSC (Civil Society Organisation) Mali's champions are mainly state or local government officials. From their inception to date, the champions have carried out many activities on nutrition awareness and advocacy. The analysis also identifies strengths and some weaknesses. To improve the approach, it is recommended that the champions be organized into a network and that the community level be taken into account in the nomination of champions. The nutrition champion approach of SUN CSO Mali is obviously a great innovation and a remarkable opportunity that will help it to achieve its objectives, the end result of which is nutritional well-being for all through influence and awareness. The analysis carried out through this study shows that the tool can be improved by organizing the champions into a network bringing together all the country's champions. It would be necessary to involve other state and/or non-state actors, to mobilize more resources, to seize every opportunity, for effective and efficient results in nutrition, a key determinant of the well-being of the populations.
Economics and Epidemiology: Two Sides of the Same Coin or Different Currencies for Evaluating Impact?
Authors: Vigneri Marcella , Masset Edoardo , Clarke Mike , Exley Josephine , Tugwell Peter , Welch Vivian , White Howard
Published: May 2023

This paper discusses differences in the practice, conduct and reporting of impact evaluation studies by economists and epidemiologists. Recognizing and defining the boundaries in these disciplines’ differences, and the missed opportunities for collaborative research, is an important conversation for the Centre of Excellence in Impact Evaluation and Learning (CEDIL) and its goal to promote interdisciplinary research to strengthen evaluation evidence in international development.
Research Uptake in Policymaking: From Papers to Policy
Authors: Brown Jennifer , Cartridge Robert , Davies Stacey , ul Hassan Ehtisham , Hsia Chui , Lal Tanvi , Mackison Dionne , Menon Radhika , Moratti Marta , Murunga Violet , Le Nestour Alexis , Whitehead Lizzy , White Howard
Published: May 2023

This paper is based on discussions which took place during a Centre of Excellence for Development Impact and Learning (CEDIL) workshop ‘Promoting the use of research findings in policy and practice: an experience sharing workshop’ held on 7th November 2017. It explores the rise of evidence-based decision-making and the role that knowledge brokers play within it. It looks at the skills and qualities needed for effective knowledge brokering and how to plan for effective research uptake in policy. The paper focuses on the importance of relationship building and effective communication in knowledge brokering and provides case studies where evidence-based decision-making and knowledge brokering have been used effectively by governments and nongovernmental organisations alike.
Timely, Efficient, and Living Systematic Reviews: Opportunities in International Development
Authors: Snilstveit Birte , Stevenson Jennifer , Shemilt Ian , Clarke Mike , Jimenez Emmanuel , Thomas James
Published: May 2023

Systematic reviews provide reliable summaries of available evidence on the effects of programmes to improve people’s lives. We know that timely availability of evidence is a key factor influencing evidence use, but the time-lag between new study results becoming available and their integration into new or updated systematic reviews is typically measured in years, due to lags in study publication, coupled with a resource and time-intensive review process. Moreoever, in a sector where new evidence is being produced on a frequent basis, this time-lag means reviews can rapidly become out of date. Drawing on the developments in other sectors, this paper explores the opportunities for more efficient and timely review production in international development, including but not limited to ‘living systematic reviews.’