bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prevalence and Predictive Factors of Rhabdomyolysis in COVID-19 Patients: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Hashemi Behrooz , Farhangi Nader , Toloui Amirmohammad , Alavi Seyedeh N. R. , Forouzanfar Mohammad M. , Ramawad Hamzah A. , Safari Saeed , Yousefifard Mahmoud
Published: October 2023

Introduction:

The aim of the present prospective observational study was to demonstrate the prevalence and predictive factors of rhabdomyolysis in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients.

Methods:

The study was performed on reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)-confirmed COVID-19 patients admitted to the emergency department between March 2020 and March 2021. Peak creatinine phosphokinase (CPK) levels were used to define rhabdomyolysis. A CPK level equal to or more than 1000 IU/L was defined as the presence of moderate to severe rhabdomyolysis. We developed a COVID-19–related Rhabdomyolysis Prognostic rule (CORP rule) using the independent predictors of rhabdomyolysis in COVID-19 patients.

Results:

Five hundred and six confirmed COVID-19 patients (mean age 58.36 ± 17.83 years, 56.32% male) were studied. Rhabdomyolysis occurred in 44 (8.69%) cases throughout their hospitalization. Male gender (odds ratio [OR] = 2.78, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.28, 6.00), hyponatremia (OR = 2.46, 95% CI: 1.08, 5.59), myalgia (OR = 3.04, 95% CI: 1.41, 6.61), D-dimer >1000 (OR = 2.84, 95% CI: 1.27, 6.37), and elevated aspartate aminotransferase level (three times higher than normal range) (OR = 3.14, 95% CI: 1.52, 6.47) were the significant preliminary predictors of rhabdomyolysis. The area under the curve of the CORP rule was 0.75 (95% CI: 0.69, 0.81), indicating the fair performance of it in the prognosis of rhabdomyolysis following COVID-19 infection. The best cutoff of the CORP rule was 3, which had a sensitivity of 72.9% and a specificity of 72.7%.

Conclusion:

This prospective study showed that 8.69% of patients developed rhabdomyolysis following COVID-19 infection. The CORP rule with optimal cutoff can correctly classify 72.8% of COVID-19 patients at risk of developing rhabdomyolysis.
Comparative Analysis of Tools for Assessment of Protein–Energy Wasting in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients on Maintenance Hemodialysis
Authors: Sivagnanam Harish , Senthilkumar PK. , Velu Kannan Bhaba , Anand Murugesh , Viswanathan Ramasubramanian
Published: October 2023

Background:

Patients with chronic kidney disease have muscle wasting, sarcopenia, and cachexia that contribute to frailty and morbidity. The present study assessed the prevalence of protein–energy wasting in dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease population and evaluated the validity of various nutritional assessment tools in diagnosing protein–energy wasting.

Materials and Methods:

All patients above 18 years undergoing dialysis for more than 3 months without any active infection or malignancy were included in our study. Data from anthropometric measurements, dietary assessment, and blood investigations were collected. Protein–energy wasting was assessed by the International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism 2008 criteria. Diagnostic validity of the nutritional assessment tools to predict protein–energy wasting was estimated by area under the curve, sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy statistics.

Results:

A total of 146 patients were studied. The prevalence of protein–energy wasting was 56.8%. Protein–energy wasting was significantly associated with socioeconomic status, hospitalization days, and catheter days. Normalized protein catabolism rate had the highest sensitivity (90.4%) for predicting protein–energy wasting. Malnutritional inflammatory score had the highest area under the curve (0.858), specificity (82.5%), and accuracy (82.2%). Mid-upper arm circumference, Dialysis Malnutrition Score, and albumin were also found to be significant predictors of protein–energy wasting.

Conclusion:

Lack of advanced equipment in suburban and rural centers to detect protein–energy wasting in India can be overcome by using the various stand-alone and combination nutrition assessment tools which have been validated in the present study.
Classification and Analysis of Soil Types using Bayesian Models for the Crop Agronomy
Authors: Ahmed A. Zakiuddin , Razak T. Abdul
Published: October 2023

The core objective of this research paper is to classify soil a particular region and also perform the scientific study for the prediction of suitable crops, which will yield more profit to the agronomist.  The production of agriculture is mainly depends on soil type, cultivation seasons (climate), irrigation method (such as surface, sprinkler, drip/trickle, subsurface etc) and fertilizers (to increase the crop productivity).  Soil is classified based on its physical properties (color, texture, structure, porosity, density etc) and chemical properties (phosphorous, nitrogen, carbon, calcium, magnesium, sodium, pH, potassium, sulfur etc). In this research paper soil types are classified by applying Bayesian models to decision tree algorithm and performed various analysis to verify that soil types are correctly classified and as wells to predict suitable crop cultivation during Kharif (monsoon),  Rabi (winter) and Zaid (summer) seasons along with suitable irrigation methods and  proper use of fertilizers to increase the crop productivity. The proposed algorithm offers unique features by adopting other tree inducers which produce optimum results even though the conditions are leads to chaotic behavior.  The final results obtained are presented which illustrates optimum results and generates best decision tree for classification of  soil type from the soil dataset. The Bayesian approach guarantees that the classifications of soil types are more accurate than the existing Support Vector Machine (SVM), K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) and Decision Tree (DT) algorithms.
Evidence and mineralogical and physico-chemical properties of chernozem and chernozem-like soils in Croatia
Authors:   Croatian Geological Survey, Zagreb, Croatia, Galović Lidija , Husnjak Stjepan ,   University of Zagreb, Faculty of Agriculture, Zagreb, Croatia, Šorša Ajka ,   Croatian Geological Survey, Zagreb, Croatia, Martinčević Lazar Jasmina ,   Croatian Geological Survey, Zagreb, Croatia
Published: October 2023

The aim was to determine possible local differences between the parent materials of recent leoss-derived soils in eastern Croatia (Dalj, Zmajevac). Furthermore, it highlights the existence of chernozem and chernozem-like soils in Croatia and describes their basic physical, chemical and mineral properties. For this purpose, two soil profiles (P-3 and P-6) south of the Dalj settlement and one soil profile (P-10) near the Zmajevac settlement were excavated. The investigation included a detailed pedological analysis, a modal analysis of the heavy and light mineral fraction and a mineralogical analysis of bulk samples (the < 2 mm fraction) and the fraction < 2 μm. By comparing the obtained results with the criteria of the Croatian Soil Classification and the World Reference Base for Soil Resources, the soil profiles P-3 and P-6 can be defined as Chernozem on Loess or Hortic Calcic chernozem (Epiloamic, Endosiltic, Aric, Humic). The systematic unit for profile P-10 was defined as Rendzina according to the Croatian Soil Classification or Calcic Chernozem (Siltic) according to the WRB. Based on the results of the pedological analysis of the soil profile horizons, a gradual degradation of the chernozem was observed as a result of anthropogenic influence, but also due to recent climate change. The degradation is particularly evident in the form of a reduction in organic matter and the relocation of carbonates from the surface to deeper zones. Due to the increasing degree of weathering caused by recent climate changes, some differences in the mineralogical composition of the studied soils were also observed. The progressive degradation of the chernozem due to the effects of recent weathering processes is indicated mainly by the presence of goethite in the fraction < 2 μm as a weathering product of iron minerals (magnetite, pyroxenes…). Although the parent material of all three profiles is loess sediments, the reason why the soil material of profile P-10 has not developed a chernic horizon is the constant contribution of aeolian material and a short period of exposure to pedogenetic processes.
Large gravitational collapse structure on a rocky coast (Kvarner, NE Adriatic Sea)
Authors:   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Rijeka, Croatia, Benac Čedomir , Dugonjić Jovančević Sanja ,   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Rijeka, Croatia, Navratil Dražen ,   Croatian Geological Survey, Zagreb, Croatia, Tadić Andrea ,   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Rijeka, Croatia, Maglić Lovro ,   University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Rijeka, Croatia
Published: October 2023

The studied rock collapse structure is located on the Liburnian coast (Rijeka Bay, channel zone of the NE Adriatic). The relief of the southern part of this coast, with a length of 6.5 km, is a large escarpment with very steep to vertical slopes reaching heights of 100 m above sea level, as a result of tectonic movements along the Kvarner fault zone. These events probably led to a sudden relaxation of the highly fractured rock mass. The progressive expansion occurred at locations where previously favourably oriented faults and fissures had formed a polygonal rock collapse resembling a rock-slide which is the focus of this study. Another aim of this study is to reconstruct and explain the complex morphological evolution of the studied landslide, from the pre-failure deformations, through the failure itself, to post-failure displacements, as well as possible future instabilities. Recent techniques to survey the instability, location and to analyse the evolution of the rupture surface and its dimensions were combined (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, Side Scan Sonar and Remotely Operated Vehicles). The estimated total volume of displaced rock mass is 950,000 m3. The lower part of the instability phenomenon was submerged during the Holocene sea level rise. Since then, a large part of the displaced rock mass has been in a stable position, with sporadic rock falls. However, given unfavourable orientation and discontinuity characteristics, as well as unfavourable environmental influences, possible instabilities might also be expected in the future.
Continuous Wavelet Transformation to Quantify small-scale Cycles of Petrophysical Properties; a New Approach Applied in a Potential Disposal Repository of Nuclear Waste, SW Hungary
Authors:   University of Szeged, Department of Geology and Paleontology, Szeged, Hungary, Mohammad Abutaha Saja , Geiger Janos ,   University of Szeged, Department of Geology and Paleontology, Szeged, Hungary, Fedor Ferenc ,   GEOCHEM Ltd, Kozármisleny, Hungary, Gulyas Sandor ,   University of Szeged, Department of Geology and Paleontology, Szeged, Hungary
Published: October 2023

Continuous Wavelet Transformation (CWT) was applied to study the small-scale repetitive oscillations of porosity distribution patterns in a 5 m silty-claystone core sample of the Boda Claystone Formation. We handled the fluctuations in voxel porosity averages over unequal depth distributions as signals over uneven time intervals. The strength of wavelet analysis lies in the ability to study the fluctuation of a signal in detail, i.e., the wavelet transforms permit automatic localization of the cyclic attributes' sequences both in time (the depth domain) and according to their frequency (the frequency domain). Thereupon, three main frequency branches (cycles) were discerned: small scale (5, 6.67, and 11 cm), intermediate scale (20, 30 cm), and large scale (66.67 cm). Depending on the CWT coefficients magnitude plot, we were able to detect the developments of porosity oscillation according to the depth variable. Thus, small-scale cycles were seen throughout the core sample., the intermediate-scale cycles were strong in the upper parts of the core sample and dwindled toward greater depths, and the large cycle was predominant in the lower part of the core sample. The cross-correlation of the wavelet coefficients of porosity and rock-forming components allows a detailed study of the inter-dependence of such parameters as their relationship changes over time. The distinct peaks at zero lag indicates that the measured wavelet coefficient series were contemporaneously correlated; their strong positive correlations suggest that both examined series respond similarly and simultaneously to other exogenous factors. The results emphasize that cyclical porosity fluctuations at all scales would concern three main factors; sediment deposition, diagenetic processes, and structural deformation (i.e., convolute laminations).
Simplicity of twisted C*-algebras of Deaconu–Renault groupoids
Authors: Armstrong Becky , Brownlowe Nathan , Sims Aidan
Published: October 2023

We consider Deaconu–Renault groupoids associated to actions of finite-rank free abelian monoids by local homeomorphisms of locally compact Hausdorff spaces. We study simplicity of the twisted C*-algebra of such a groupoid determined by a continuous circle-valued groupoid

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-cocycle. When the groupoid is not minimal, this C*-algebra is never simple, so we focus on minimal groupoids. We describe an action of the quotient of the groupoid by the interior of its isotropy on the spectrum of the twisted C*-algebra of the interior of the isotropy. We prove that the twisted groupoid C*-algebra is simple if and only if this action is minimal. We describe applications to crossed products of topological-graph C*-algebras by quasi-free actions.
Psychosocial Determinants of Knee Osteoarthritis Progression: Results from the Promoting Independence in Our Seniors with Arthritis Study
Authors: Tan Guo Jeng , Kioh Sheng Hui , Mat Sumaiyah , Tan Maw Pin , Chan Shirley Huey Ling , Lee Jacintha Mei Ying , Tan Yee Wen
Published: October 2023

Background: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of physical disability among older adults. While established risk factors for knee OA include age and increased body weight, few studies have examined psychosocial risk factors or progression of knee OA.Methods: The Promoting Independence in our Seniors with Arthritis study recruited participants aged 65 years and over from orthopedic outpatients and community engagement events. Participants were invited to annual visits during which knee OA symptoms were assessed with the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS), social network using the 6-item Lubben Social Network Scale and anxiety and depression using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale. Knee OA worsening was defined by a 5% reduction in mean KOOS scores at the last visit compared to the first visit.Results: Data were available from 148 participants, mean age 66.2±6.5 years and 74.1% female, of whom 28 (18.9%) experienced OA worsening over a median follow-up period of 29 months. Univariate analyses revealed that age, sex, height, grip strength, and social network were associated with OA worsening. Social network remained statistically significantly associated with OA worsening after adjustment for age and sex difference (odds ratio=0.924; 95% confidence interval, 0.857–0.997). The relationship between social network and OA worsening were attenuated by both depression and handgrip strength at baseline.Conclusion: Psychological status and muscle strength may be modifiable risk factors for social network which may in turn prevent knee OA worsening and should be targeted in future intervention studies.
Okul Öncesi Dönemde Cinsel Gelişim: 36-72 Ay Çocuğa Sahip Ebeveynlerin Çocuklarıyla İletişimlerinin Farklı Değişkenler Açısından İncelenmesi
Authors: ÖZEL Özge , KARABUĞA Zehra Nur
Published: October 2023

Bu araştırmanın amacı 36-72 ay çocuğa sahip olan ebeveynlerin farklı değişkenlere göre çocuklarının sorduğu cinsellikle ilgili konularda iletişim kurabilmelerindeki farklılaşmaları incelemektir. Araştırma nicel araştırma türlerinden ilişkisel tarama modeline göre düzenlenmiştir. Çalışmaya Isparta ilinde yaşayan ve 36-72 ay çocuğa sahip 84 anne ve 42 baba olmak üzere toplam 126 ebeveyn katılmıştır. Veri toplama aracı olarak kişisel bilgi formu ve Artan vd., (2020) tarafından geliştirilen ebeveynler için hazırlanmış cinsel iletişim ölçeği kullanılmıştır. Bulgulara göre ebeveynlerin cinsellikle ilgili iletişim kurabilmeleri cinsiyete göre babalar lehine anlamlı düzeyde farklılaşmamaktadır. Ebeveynlerin cinsellikle ilgili iletişim kurabilmeleri ebeveynlerin yaş grubuna göre yalnızca süreci yönetme boyutunda 18-30 yaş grubu lehine anlamlı bir farklılaşma olduğu görülmüştür. Ebeveynlerin çocuklarıyla cinsel konularda konuşabilmeleri eğitim düzeyine göre beden dili, süreci yönetme, kaygı boyutunda lise ve yüksekokul/üniversite lehine anlamlı düzeyde farklılaşmıştır. Ebeveynlerinin çocukların cinsel gelişimleri ile ilgili bir eğitim veya profesyonel bir destek alma durumlarına baktığımızda, %66.67 ebeveynin herhangi bir eğitim almadığı karşımıza çıkmaktadır. Ebeveynlerin çocukların cinsellikle ilgili soruları karşısında kendini yeterli hisseden ebeveynler %31.75’lik bir dilimi oluştururken, %68.25’i ise kendisini yetersiz hissetmektedir.
La force d’abandonner le pouvoir : Stanislavski explorateur des vertus creatrices du subconscient
Authors:   Académie Nationale de Musique « Gheorghe Dima », Mihuț Anca-Daniela
Published: October 2023

A une époque dominée par l’intérêt pour la raison, la technique et le progrès, qui prenait le corps humain pour une « machine », sinon tout à fait pour une « usine », Stanislavski, inspiré par les théories de Freud, Ribot, mais aussi par les philosophies orientales et les études de William James, Pavlov et Secenov, tourne son attention vers le corps subtil des émotions et le subconscient. Il comprend que le subconscient ne peut pas être dominé ou contrôlé, mais seulement stimulé pour qu’il revèle ses potentialités créatrices. L’article explore certaines des directions de recherche suivies par Stanislavski afin de découvrir des moyens d’accéder au subconscient.
Le corps du roi thésée dans la mise en scène de patrice cheréau de « Phèdre » de Jean Racine : Figurer l’impuissance d’un puissant
Authors:   Université  du  Luxembourg, Deregnoncourt Marine
Published: October 2023

À partir de la réflexion de Françoise Zamour, cet article vise à analyser comment le metteur en scène français Patrice Chéreau met en scène l’impuissance de Thésée dans Phèdre de Jean Racine. Vêtu de rouge, le monarque apparaît courbé et brisé. C’est un héros tragique qui a sacrifié son fils sur l’autel de la calomnie et du silence. Une telle lecture nous permet d’interroger la question de l’incarnation du pouvoir. Nous étudierons la progression du personnage, afin de montrer comment l’arrogance royale cède peu à peu la place à la tristesse et au désarroi résultant de la mort d’un jeune homme accusé à tort par un discours fallacieux.
L’ironie du pouvoir féministe dans le théâtre de Tawfiq Al-Ḥakim cas de « La femme moderne »
Authors:   Institutul de Cercetări Teatrale și Multimedia, Universitatea de Arte din Târgu Mureș, Abou Soughaire Tarik
Published: October 2023

Tawfiq Al-Ḥakim est l’un des romanciers et des dramaturges les plus connus et les plus lus non seulement dans le monde arabe, mais aussi en Occident. La plupart de ses romans et de ses spectacles ont été traduits en plusieurs langues étrangères. Connu par le père du théâtre et le fondateur du Théâtre mental, il a su rédiger un grand nombre de pièces de théâtre dont le contenu essentiel visait à créer des acteurs des notions qui se meuvent sur scène en portant des vêtements des symboles. L’une des idées qui occupe une place majeure dans les écrits théâtraux de ce dramaturge, c’est l’ironie du pouvoir féministe. Nous essayons, via la présente recherche, d’aborder cette notion à travers la pièce intitulée La femme moderne. D’une part, nous entendons réfléchir sur les façons par lesquelles le dramaturge a pu exprimer son ironie vis-à-vis de certaines réalités féministes qu’il a vécues à son époque et dont il était témoin tout en se concentrant sur le discours de ses personnages, leurs gestes, ainsi que leurs portraits, qu’ils soient physique, moral ou vestimentaire. D’autre part, nous allons mettre en évidence les sentiments du monde-récepteur, ou pour mieux dire les réactions du public vis-à-vis de l’ironie qu’a démontré Al-Ḥakim à l’intérieur de son spectacle mis en question.
THE INFLUENCE OF RELIEF ON THE SHOCK-AIR WAVE EFFECT DURING BLASTING OPERATIONS IN A QUARRY
Authors:   Magnitogorsk State Technical University named after G.I. Nosov, DOMOZHIROV D.V. , PARCHMENT V.KH. ,   Magnitogorsk State Technical University named after G.I. Nosov, POLINOV A.A. ,   State Enterprise "Rudnik" PJSC "MMK", PYTALEV I.A. ,   Magnitogorsk State Technical University named after G.I. Nosov
Published: October 2023

The heterogeneity of the relief of the surface of the location of the main mining structures during blasting leads to an increase in the impact of the air-blast effect on the protected objects adjacent to the quarry field. A correction is proposed that takes into account the volume of the disturbance actually covered at a distance (r, m) in comparison with the disturbance covered by it due to the relief inhomogeneity along the path of air-blast propagation. The ratios of corrections for the relief are presented depending on the type of heterogeneity and its location relative to the protected object. Research methods: analytical estimates and experimental studies of air-blast disturbances of explosions of contact and buried charges in open-cast mining; geometric modeling of the actually covered volume of perturbation on the path of air-blast propagation due to the inhomogeneity of the relief during the explosion of an additional equivalent charge.
Bibliometric Analysis of the Articles on STEM/STEAM Education in Gifted Students
Authors: KAYMAKCI Güliz , CAN Şendil
Published: October 2023

The current study was carried out to guide future studies on STEM education for gifted students. To this end, a bibliometric analysis of the STEM and STEAM education studies for talented students was conducted in the SCOPUS database. The bibliometric mapping method was used in this research. In the SCOPUS database, a search was performed by using the keywords "Gifted," "Talented," "STEM," and "STEAM" to filter the studies belonging to these two fields together (Access date: 22.06.2022). In the first stage of the search, 464 studies were reached. However, it was decided to analyze 124 of them, which were found to comply with research purposes, whose peer-review process was completed, and which were conducted in social studies and education. The analysis was carried out with the VosViewer program. According to the findings, an increase has been observed in studies on the subject since 2017. The highest number of publications is in the USA (n=86). While it was seen that concepts such as spatial skills, creativity, specialized schools, enrichment, and gender differences were extensively researched in STEM education for gifted students, it was determined that more research is needed on concepts such as entrepreneurship, career guidance, career interest, and e-learning. In this respect, bibliometric studies can be carried out to investigate these less-studied concepts by reviewing the literature on STEM or STEAM in other databases.
Preservice Social Studies Teachers’ Views About Instructional Technologies Course
Authors: ALACA Eray , YILDIRIM Tercan
Published: October 2023

Instructional technologies and materials are the primary tools that support teachers in educational environments. In-service and preservice teachers must be able to use instructional technologies, develop and evaluate new materials, and have information about them. Therefore, there should be a course in which preservice teachers studying at the faculty of education can learn and apply instructional technologies in teacher training undergraduate programs. The Council of Higher Education (CoHE) has carried out studies within this framework. The council has included courses related to instructional technologies in the education faculty teacher training undergraduate programs that were developed. The "Instructional Technologies and Material Development" course, which was included in the teacher training undergraduate program of the faculty of education in 1998 for the first time, was named "Instructional Technologies and Material Design" in the new teacher training programs developed in 2007. In the revised teacher training programs dated 2018, it was named "Instructional Technologies". Today (2023), it continues under the name of "Instructional Technologies" in teacher training undergraduate programs. This study aims to examine the opinions of preservice teachers who are studying in the social studies education undergraduate program at a state university in Turkey in the 2021-2022 academic year about the "instructional technologies" course. The case study method, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in the research. To determine the opinions of the preservice social studies teachers selected by the convenience sampling method, a 7-question open-ended questionnaire developed by the researchers and prepared by taking the opinions of the experts in the field was used as a data collection tool. The data obtained in the research were interpreted using tables and direct quotations.
Comparison of Propensity Score Weighting Methods to Remove Selection Bias in Average Treatment Effect Estimates
Authors: GÜREL Sungur , LEİTE Walter Lana
Published: October 2023

In this Monte Carlo simulation study, the performance of six different propensity score methods implemented through weighting cases was investigated: inverse probability of treatment weighting, truncated inverse probability of treatment weighting, propensity score stratification, marginal mean weighting through propensity score stratification, optimal full propensity score matching, and marginal mean weighting through optimal full propensity score matching. These methods aim to reduce selection bias in estimates of the average treatment effect (ATE) in observational studies. For the estimation of standard errors of the ATE with weights, three methods were compared: weighted least squares (WLS), Taylor series linearization (TSL), and jackknife (JK). Results indicated that covariance adjustment extensions of the investigated propensity score methods, in combination with TSL and JK standard error estimation methods, remove the selection bias appropriately and provide the most accurate standard errors under the simulated conditions.
SR FTIR spectroscopy investigation of Pd@S-CD nanocomposite system effects on biomolecules in cervical carcinoma cells
Authors:   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, COHERENCE-Center for light-based science and technologies, Ralić Vanja , Nešić Maja ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, COHERENCE-Center for light-based science and technologies, Abu el Rub Anamarija ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, COHERENCE-Center for light-based science and technologies, Dučić Tanja ,   ALBA-CELLS Synchrotron, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain, Gemović Branislava ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Department of Theoretical Physics and Condensed Matter Physics, Algarra Manuel ,   INAMAT2-Instiute for Advanced Materials and Matemathics, Public University of Navarre, Spain, Stepić Milutin ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, COHERENCE-Center for light-based science and technologies, Korićanac Lela ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Department of Molecular Biology and Endocrinology, Žakula Jelena ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, Department of Molecular Biology and Endocrinology, Petković Marijana ,   University of Belgrade, National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences, COHERENCE-Center for light-based science and technologies
Published: October 2023

Nanocomposite system formulated from surface-modified S-doped carbon dot (S-CD) nanoparticle with a potential metallodrug, palladium(II) complex, dichloro(1,2-diaminocyclohexane)palladium(II), [Pd(dach)Cl2] (Pd@S-CD), was investigated as a model system for the treatment of cervical carcinoma (HeLa) cells. To examine the intracellular biochemical effects induced by the Pd@S-CD, we used Synchrotron Radiation-based Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (SR FTIR). SR FTIR spectroscopy was employed to investigate the alterations in cellular components’ biochemical composition and secondary structure upon exposure to Pd@S-CD. Spectral analysis, complemented by statistical techniques, revealed changes in biomolecules, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates caused by the treatment with Pd@CDs. These results and the increased cytotoxicity of the system demonstrate its high anti-cervical cancer therapeutic potential.
Analisis Yuridis Perlindungan Hukum terhadap Pekerja Migran Indonesia di Luar Negeri
Authors: Istiqomah Istiqomah , Tarmudi Tarmudi , Yusuf Hudi , Dewi Ratna , Umboh Nova Konny
Published: October 2023

Pekerja migran Indonesia memberikan kontribusi besar terhadap perekonomian Indonesia, namun terjadinya peningkatan jumlah pekerja migran Indonesia menyebabkan kasus perlakuan yang tidak mausiawi terhadap pekerja Indonesia juga meningkat. Seiring peningkatan tersebut, untuk menjamin kehidupan yang layak, maka perlindungan hukum terhadap pekerja migran Indonesia di luar negeri, khususnya dalam hal jaminan sosial diatur dalam Undang-Undang Nomor 18 Tahun 2017 tentang Perlindungan Pekerja Migran Indonesia. Undang-Undang tersebut memberikan perlindungan hukum bagi pekerja migran, termasuk dalam tahap pra penempatan, penempatan, dan pasca penempatan. Namun, masih banyak pekerja migran yang tidak terdaftar sebagai peserta jaminan sosial. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian hukum normatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan pendekatan konseptual. Simpulan, bahwa perlindungan hukum terhadap pekerja migran Indonesia di luar negeri masih belum efektif, terutama dalam jaminan sosial. Tujuan Penelitian ini yaitu untuk mempelajari sistem hukum yang ada, mengevaluasi seberapa efektif perlindungan hukum, menemukan masalah, membuat saran untuk perbaikan, dan meningkatkan kesadaran tentang perlindungan hukum pekerja migran Indonesia di luar negeri. Hasil penelitiannya menunjukkan Faktor penghambat pekerja migran tidak tercantum dalam jaminan sosial yaitu kecilnya jumlah kepesertaan tersebut diakibatkan pekerja migran Indonesia tidak mendapatkan informasi yang lengkap terkait BPJS
Rancang Bangun Sistem Pengkondisian Air Aquarium dan Pemberi Pakan Ikan Otomatis Berbasis Arduino
Authors: Febriyanto Dani , Purwoto Bambang Hari
Published: October 2023

Banyak orang yang memelihara ikan hias atau didalam aquarium untuk dinikmati keindahannya, akan tetapi banyak juga orang yang menyepelekan masalah kebersihan air didalam aquarium dan juga menyepelekan dalam hal pemberian pakan dikarenakan banyaknya kesibukan sehingga lupa merawat ikan-ikan tersebut, padahal hal tersebut adalah fakor yang paling penting dalam keberlangsungan kehidupan ikan-ikan tersebut. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah merancang sebuah alat pengkondisian air aquarium dan pemberi pakan ikan otomatis berbasis Arduino sehingga memudahkan pemelihara ikan pada aquarium membersihkan dan memberikan pakan ikan setiap hari. Metode yang dilakukan adalah melakukan observasi ke salah seorang yang mempunyai peliharaan ikan didalam aquarium guna mengetahui permasalahan yang terjadi saat mengkondisikan air aquarium dan memberi pakan ikan. Tahap perancangan komponen dilakukan berdasarkan dari hasil observasi yang dilakukan guna menghasilkan alat pengkondisian air aquarium dan pemberi pakan ikan otomatis berbasis Arduino dan bebearapa sensor antara lain sensor Ultrasonik, sensor Turbidity, juga menggunakan Real Time Clock (RTC) dan motor servo. Tahapan pengujian alat dilakukan dengan menaruh sensor Turbidity kedalam aquarium sehingga sensor tersebut akan mendeteksi apakah dalam keadaan tingkat kekeruhan air yang normal dan untuk pemberian pakan ikan RTC akan mendeteksi jadwal pakan yang telah ditentukan untuk menggerakan motor servo dan akan membuka penutup wadah pakan ikan dan menumpahkannyab ke dalam aquarium. Tahap analisa data dari keseluruhan penelitian dilakukan guna menganalisis data yang diberikan dari hasil penelitian sistem alat pengkondisian air aquarium dan pemberi pakan ikan otomatis  berbasis arduino.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) dalam Embiayaan Pembangunan Non APBN
Authors: Ardalepa Nurdin
Published: October 2023

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a form of company responsibility towards the environment and society by protecting and contributing to the community. The implementation of CSR is driven by market pressure and legal regulations. This research uses a descriptive-analytical method with a qualitative approach by collecting data through literature studies and document analysis related to CSR and its implementation in the context of companies and governments. CSR can assist the government in addressing budget limitations in socio-economic development. CSR programs, such as education, can contribute to sustainable development and improve community welfare. An example of a government-company partnership is the training program provided by JNE to micro-business owners in Jember, aimed at developing their businesses in the digital era. JNE also has CSR programs focused on environmental preservation, community empowerment, and education. The implementation of CSR not only provides financial benefits to the company but also contributes to the surrounding environment and enhances the company's reputation.
Ethiopia’s Path to Net Zero and Climate-Resilient Development: Policies, Costs, and Co-benefits
Authors: Dagne Abiyot , Corfee-Morlot Jan , Elliott Cynthia , Bassi Andrea M. , Pallaske Georg , Payosova Iryna , Pellerin Mikayla , Guzzetti Marco
Published: October 2023

The paper specifically explores the corollary benefits for economic development and environmental sustainability of a low-carbon, climate-resilient, green pathway for Ethiopia—a pathway that is consistent with attaining the country’s medium- and long-term development goals. The analysis compares a net zero emissions (NZE) pathway with a business-as-usual (BAU) scenario. The BAU scenario embeds optimistic (high) economic growth assumptions from Ethiopia’s 10-Year Development Plan, and it incorporates the gradual and early incremental adoption of several climate initiatives proposed in the Climate Resilience and Green Economy Strategy. The NZE scenario builds on the implementation of Ethiopia’s nationally determined contribution (NDC) by 2030. The NZE scenario also incorporates additional climate policy options (adaptation and mitigation), resulting in net zero emissions by 2050.
Discovery Learning: Learning Modules to Improve the Critical Thinking Skills of Grade IV Elementary School Students
Authors:   Student of Education Master of Primary School Teacher Training & Universitas Lampung, Indonesia, Aritonang Martauli , Adha Muhammad Mona ,   Lecturer of Education & Universitas Lampung, Indonesia, Pargito Pargito ,   Lecturer of Education & Universitas Lampung, Indonesia, Pramudiyanti Pramudiyanti ,   Lecturer of Education & Universitas Lampung, Indonesia
Published: October 2023

This research aims to develop discovery-based learning modules on Natural Sciences and Social Sciences (IPAS) subjects in elementary schools. Research and development uses the Brog and Gall (2003) model which consists of 3 main steps of research and development. In product development, researchers use the ADDIE development model to develop prototypes of learning modules. This research was conducted in the central part of Lampung Province, precisely at SD Negeri 5 Lempuyangan Regency, Bandar Way Pengubuan. The sampling technique uses random sampling by assigning 2 classes as subjets, namely the experimental class and the control class consisting of 25 students in each class. The results of this study showed that the average score of the experimental class was 77.83 and the control class was 69.43. Based on the results of the analysis, it was found that the experimental class was superior to the control class and had a significance value obtained through the t-test before 0.000, which means that there is a significant average difference. The results are then continued on the effect size test to see the magnitude of the influence of the product used. The effect size test result is 0.83 with a very high interpretation. Based on the results of research conducted in class IV, it can be concluded that discovery-based learning modules are effective in improving students’ critical thinking skills.
L1Hs and MPP8 Genes Expression Correlation with Several Types of Carcinoma Tumors
Authors:   Al-Qadisiyah University, College of Education, Iraq, AL Abdullah Wisam Abdan Wawi
Published: October 2023

L1Hs is a major player in genome evolution and genetic variability. Aberrant activity of L1Hs element is common in several human cancers. It's specific function is poorly characterized epigenetic regulation via human silencing Hub (HUSH) complex is critical to inhibit L1Hs activity. MPP8 is a subunit of HUSH complex and recently it has been suggested to inhibit L1Hs elements transcription. Thus, this assay was aimed to assess the expression level of L1Hs and MPP8 genes in cancer whole blood samples and healthy group utilizing qPCR assay. Generally, L1Hs gene significantly up regulated two times in patients' blood samples compared with healthy group. MPP8 gene up regulated approximately two times in cancer samples compared with healthy group. Testes, prostate, colon and cervical cancers were significantly expressed L1Hs more than MPP8 expression. While there is no significant differ in expression level of MPP8 and L1Hs genes in breast, bladder and ovary cancers.
Cardiac Stress in Chronic Kidney Disease: Unraveling the Myocardial Paradox
Authors:   Residente de Cardiología Clínica, Centenario Hospital Miguel Hidalgo, Secretaria de Salud, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes., Rodríguez Mario Alberto Álvarez , Vargas Moreno Ivan Alfonso ,   Residente de Cardiología Clínica, Centenario Hospital Miguel Hidalgo, Secretaria de Salud, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes., Alvarado Héctor Adrian Gámez ,   Residente de Cardiología Clínica, Centenario Hospital Miguel Hidalgo, Secretaria de Salud, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes., Peralta Ugalde Valeria Fabiola ,   Residente de Cardiología Clínica, Centenario Hospital Miguel Hidalgo, Secretaria de Salud, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes, Naif Mendoza Valeria Yalharaí ,   Residente de Cardiología Clínica, Centenario Hospital Miguel Hidalgo, Secretaria de Salud, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes., Melgoza Elisa Gallegos ,   Residente de Urgencias Médico Quirúrgicas, Hospital General de Zona No. 3 IMSS, Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes.
Published: October 2023

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) represents a complex and multifaceted clinical condition characterized by its intricate interaction with multiple organ systems. Among the systemic manifestations of CKD, the impact on the cardiovascular system is particularly profound. This article delves into the intricate relationship between CKD and cardiac strain, exploring the paradoxical nature of myocardial function in the context of renal dysfunction. We navigate the epidemiological landscape, describe pathophysiological mechanisms, investigate diagnostic modalities, and explore current and emerging therapeutic strategies aimed at controlling cardiac strain in CKD. This comprehensive analysis not only sheds light on the cardiac complexities within the CKD setting, but also underscores the need for a holistic approach to improve patient outcomes.
Wilkie Syndrome, an Unusual Cause of Weight Loss: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors:   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Ruiz Ravelo Rodolfo Martín , Fernández Rivera José de Jesús ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Hernández Juan Carlos Navarro ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Gastroenterology. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Lechuga Marcela Molinar ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, González Yoatzihual Estrada ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 1. Department of General Medicine. Tepic, Nayarit, México
Published: October 2023

Wilkie syndrome also known as superior mesenteric artery syndrome is an unusual and rarely cause of upper intestinal obstruction and weight loss; It is characterized by duodenal compression in its third portion caused by a narrowing of the space and angle that separates the aorta from the superior mesenteric artery. This narrowing is usually secondary to multiple etiologies, the most accepted being the decrease in mesenteric fat between these arteries. The clinical picture and laboratory studies are usually not very specific, so the diagnosis is based on imaging methods, with computed tomography as the gold standard because it shows a decrease in the aortomesenteric angle and distance. Treatment is generally curative and can be conservative or surgical; this depends on the etiology, the time of evolution and symptoms of the case in question, so it should always be individualized based on patient characteristics.
Correlation of Selenium Level, Malondialdehyde (MDA) and Total antioxidant Status (TAS), with Thyroid Hormones in Hypothyroidism Women
Authors:   Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Babylon, Iraq., Mushtaq Rusul , Al-Harbi Hussein Jasim ,   Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Babylon, Iraq., Hassan Walaa Salih ,   Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Babylon, Iraq.
Published: October 2023

Background and objective: The thyroid gland and its hormones are crucial for the development of the body's organs as well as the balanced regulation of the body's fundamental physiological processes and . One of the most prevalent thyroid conditions in adults is hypothyroidism, often known as myxedema. The study's objective was to discover thyroid hormones in women with hypothyroidism, including selenium levels, malondialdehyde (MDA), and total antioxidant status (TAS), since these indicators may suggest thyroid health.
Organizational Leadership Skills Theory and Practice: A Guide to Management System
Authors:   University Research Director Universidad De Manila Manila Philippines, Caday, dba Ma. Aurora t. , d. Mallillin, phd Leovigildo lito ,   Professor, Faculty of Arts and Languages Philippine Normal University Manila Philippines
Published: October 2023

The paper explores the organizational leadership skills theory and practice as a guide to management systems in terms of motivation of groups to improve tasks, influence to build trust, become effective communicators, provide a positive work atmosphere, foster employee satisfaction, and encourage professional growth and development among the respondents. Descriptive quantitative research design is employed in the study. It quantifies and measures organizational leadership skills theory and practice as a guide to management systems. Likewise, convenient sampling is utilized in the gathering of the sample size. The study comprised Sixty (60) respondents only. Results show that motivation drives the success of employees which is vital for the satisfaction of the workforce and role in the organization, show to engage employees to perform better with their work to the fullest, show to communicate clearly with the objectives, goals, and expectation to provide clarity with self-confidence among employees who excel on the job well done, show that it is conducive for collaboration and success for the employees' efforts in the organization and performance, show to involve significant experiences on employee retention, employee engagement, and employee motivation, and show to provide an opportunity for advancement to grow and develop as team members in the organization.
A Study of the Role Performance of the Anganwadi Supervisors
Authors:   Masters student, S.V.University, Tirupati-517 502 A.P. Mail., Munikrishnaiah P. , Naik B. Ravi ,   Researcher, S.V.University, Tirupati-517 502 A.P. Mail., Reddy P. Adinarayana ,   Director (Rtd), Dept of Adult and Continuing Education, S.V.University, Tirupati-517 502 A.P. Mail.
Published: October 2023

The success of any developmental programme depends on the performance of its functionaries. It is also so in case of Integrated Child Development Scheme, which is operated by Anganwadi Centers through where the Anganwadi worker is the actual doer of the programme at the grassroot level and the supervisor who guide them in all their activities plays a key role in attaining the objectives of the programme. Supervisor acts as a link between administrators and field level functionaries in transmitting the directions to the ground level and feed back to the higher-ups. The knowledge of the performance of the supervisors will go a long way in formulating the training curriculum of the Anganwadi workers and also the supervisors, to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the progranmme and to replicate and rectification respectively. The present study is aimed to identify the profile of the serving supervisors, assess their performance in selected areas and to study the relationship between the personal characteristics and their performance.
The Fall of Arthur Andersen, LLP and Enron Corporation, and the Rise of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Authors:   Morgan State University, Ph.D., Esq. Donald L. Buresh,
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this paper is to explain the fall of the Arthur Andersen accounting firm and the energy giant Enron Corp. as well as the rise of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Arthur Andersen was a Chicago-based accounting firm that engaged in auditing, tax advising, consulting and other professional services to major corporations. Arthur Andersen fell victim to the excessive greed of Enron with its disproportionate and unwarranted use of off-balance-sheet entities to hide its losses. In the end, both organizations collapsed. In the ashes of the debacle, the United States Congress stepped in, and passed the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, a law whose intent was to restore investor confidence. The Act succeeded. As time passed, several previous Arthur Andersen partners formed a new accounting firm, eventually named Andersen Global, while removing the tarnish to the Arthur Andersen name in the Supreme Court in a 9-0 decision. Enron never recovered, and several senior managers went to prison. The debacle ended, and the nation now possesses a law that will hopefully prevent overreaching greed to dominate the financial industry in the future.