bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mathematical Evaluation and Dynamic Transmissions of a Tumor Growth Model Using a Generalized Singular and Non-Local Kernel
Authors: Singh Rakhi , Mishra Jyoti , Akgül Ali , Gupta Vijay Kumar
Published: October 2024

Currently, fractional calculus plays a critical role in improving control techniques, analyzing disease transmission dynamics, and solving several other real-world problems. This research investigates the time-fractional tumor growth model using an innovative approach. The new modified fractional derivative operator employs a singular and non-local kernel, based on Atangana and Baleanu's concepts with the Caputo derivative. The tumor growth model used the newly modified fractional operator, which provided numerical simulation. With the introduction of this new operator, we provide significant analysis for the tumor growth epidemic model. We have proven the uniqueness and stability conditions of the model by utilizing Banach's fixed point theory and the Picard successive approximation method. Using the Laplace-Adomian decomposition method (LADM), we found the numerical solution to the Modified Atangana-Baleanu-Caputo derivative model. We have verified the convergence analysis of the suggested scheme. We ultimately utilize the suggested method to obtain numeric outcomes and simulations for the tumor growth model. The study investigates the effect of multiple biological variables on the transmission of tumor growth dynamics.
Applications and Impacts of Edible Coatings on Food Quality
Authors: Stéfane Smith Freire Le  , Elba Santos da Boa Morte  , Márcia Filgueiras Rebelo de Matos  , Lílian Lessa Andrade  , Kyan James Allahdadi  , Maria da Conceição Pereira da Fonseca  , Matos Laise Cedraz Pinto
Published: October 2024

Edible coatings are emerging as a significant trend in the food industry, driven by growing consumer interest in environmental issues, mainly due to concerns about the excessive use of plastics. This study aimed to perform an integrative review to identify the materials used to produce edible films and characterize their applicability for food quality and conservation. For this, the descriptors “edible films” or “edible coatings” and “food quality” or “food preservation” or “food safety” were used in the Science Direct database, resulting in 48 articles selected. Fruits and vegetables are the two food groups most studied with coatings based on hydrocolloids, protein, composite films, and lipids, with a greater emphasis on the positive impacts on their quality and conservation. Animal products have a higher frequency of studied antimicrobial effects. There is a diversity of materials used in coatings: vegetable-based, such as algae, mucilages, and fibers, as well as those of animal origin, such as gelatin and protein hydrolysates. Few studies have addressed sustainability concepts as final characteristics of coatings. In conclusion, edible coatings show promise for the food industry, offering benefits for both food and the environment. However, more studies are needed to fully explore their potential as replacements for conventional plastics, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
The Relationship between Global Competitiveness, Corruption, Democratic Systems on Economic Growth ASEAN countries
Authors: Septiyanti Ratna , Wahyudi Heru
Published: October 2024

Corruption is a detrimental act for many people, especially related to the economy. Various groups widely discuss corruption and economic growth from academia, government, and the private sector. This is even more complex when coupled with competitiveness between countries and democratic systems. So this study aims to analyze the influence of global competitiveness, corruption and democracy on economic growth in ASEAN countries. This study used panel data analysis methods in 7 ASEAN countries from 2014-2019. The seven countries are Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. It is related to economic growth, corruption, and competitiveness in ASEAN countries. The results of this study show that corruption brings mudhorot but has yet to be significant to economic growth. Another interesting finding is that democracy negatively affects global competitiveness and increases economic growth. This research can be one of the government’s policy recommendations by increasing economic growth through strict enforcement against corruption and increasing global competitiveness. To realize economic growth that prospers society requires the role of the government through increasing human and institutional resources to support other competitiveness factors that focus on technological, environmental, and innovation aspects.
THE ROLE OF MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES IN DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ MEDIA COMPETENCE
Authors:   Assistant at the “Foreign Languages” department of Jizzakh Polytechnic Institute (JizPI), Uzbekistan, Mohinur Bultakova
Published: October 2024

This article reveals the importance, role and necessity of using mobile technologies in the development of non-philological students' foreign language media competence. Besides, the didactic possibilities of mobile technologies, the use of technologies based on the use of mobile devices and wireless communications in the educational process have been studied.
MODERN TECHNOLOGIES FOR DEVELOPING TEACHERS' SUGGESTIVE COMPETENCE
Authors:   Namangan Engineering - Construction Institute, Doctor of Pedagogical Science (DSc), Professor, Uzbekistan, Safibullaevna Abdullaeva Ozoda , Ikromjonovna Shermatova Manzura ,   Teacher at the "Pedagogy and Psychology" department of the higher educational institution, "University of Business and Science", Uzbekistan
Published: October 2024

This article analyzes the relevance of improving suggestive competence in the process of training future teachers to successfully perform professional tasks in modern education. In order to solve these problems, the article reveals the key aspects that make this competence an integral part of the professional training of teachers, emphasizing the role of suggestive competence in the formation of a pedagogical personality and the ability to influence students through motivation, emotional impact and a mindset for success. The analysis focuses on the need to integrate suggestive competence into the professional training of future teachers so that they are ready to effectively perform their professional tasks in modern education.
IMPACT OF MEDIA ON SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF BANGLADESH: (A STUDY ON SYLHET SADAR UPAZILA)
Authors: KHATUN Dr. FATEMA
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of media in the development process of Bangladesh and to assess public perceptions on this subject. On the basis of primary and secondary sources, it has been determined that individuals have a limited understanding on the media. They believe that the media has an impact on socio economic condition of Bangladesh and it has tremendous influence on the population. Aside from that, the media plays an important role in the growth of socio-cultural, economic, political, and educational sectors of Bangladesh. Most of the respondents believe that the media has positive impact on our society. Despite this, there are several issues with the working conditions of the media that was addressed. The city of Sylhet has been selected as the research area. The information for this study was collected from SUST students, the general public, and media activists through a semi-structured questionnaire. Books, journals and articles were reviewed as secondary data. Some recommendations are includes in this report for taking appropriate and effective steps to remove all the difficulties faced by media activists and to ensure more effectiveness of media which is very essential for the democracy and development of a country.
ANTENATAL INTERACTIONS: IMPERATIVES OF CLEAR INFORMATION EXCHANGE BETWEEN CAREGIVERS AND EXPECTANT MOTHERS
Authors: ANABA NANCY NNENNA , IHEJIRIKA WALTER , PASCHAL IHECHU INNOCENT
Published: October 2024

This study investigated Antenatal Interactions: Imperatives of Clear Information Exchange between Caregivers and Expectant Mothers. There were two sets of population in this study. The first population comprised the Public Primary Health Centers (PHCs) in the five states of South-East Nigeria which was (2,110) and the second population comprised the total number of women in the five states of the South-East who are between the ages of 18 and 45 (7,159,548). The sample size for the first population was 32 which represented 30% of the total number PHCs in the five L.G.A’s sampled from the five states in the South-East Nigeria and the second sample size for the second population was 384 calculated with online sample size calculator at survey system.com. The study adopted survey research design with questionnaire as instrument for data collection. Finally, the data were descriptively analysed and thematically explained. The results from the study revealed that healthcare givers clearly exchanged information to expectant mothers in South-East Nigeria during antenatal interactions. It was therefore concluded that adequate, appropriate and timely information exchange during antenatal interactions guaranteed satisfaction of expectant mothers. Expectant mothers are easily irritated. Therefore, it is recommended that healthcare givers must always ensure that politeness and caring are their watchword during antenatal and other healthcare delivery interactions. This attitude would ensure that every healthcare seeker would not engage in self-care for the fear of engaging in infuriating information exchanges during healthcare interactions.
Ferramenta digital para primeiros socorros na infância: aplicativo para profissionais e cuidadores
Authors: Pereira Adriana Dall’Asta , Weissheimer Amanda Schneider , Pires Márian Oleques , Rodrigues Junior Luiz Fernando , Marchiori Mara Regina Caino Teixeira , Backes Dirce Stein
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Descrever o processo de desenvolvimento de um aplicativo de apoio em primeiros socorros infantis para profissionais e cuidadores. Métodos Estudo de produção tecnológica, desenvolvido no sul do Brasil, entre março/2022 e maio/2023, com base nas funcionalidades do método scrum. Concebido em cooperação com uma equipe interprofissional, o aplicativo foi desenvolvido com base em um conjunto de práticas leves e ágeis, o framework denominado Flutter e a linguagem de programação Dart. Resultados O aplicativo, desenvolvido de forma sistemática e participativa com a participação de profissionais da saúde, da educação e cuidadores, demonstrou funcionalidade plausível, acessibilidade, factibilidade e confiabilidade no fornecimento de informações ágeis e seguras em eventos como primeiros socorros infantis. Denominado de SOS Kids, o aplicativo possui interface atrativa, rápido acesso às informações visuais e aos diversos comandos em uma única tela. Os elementos gráficos são interativos, de modo a favorecer a visualização e a tomada de decisão prospectiva. Conclusão O processo de desenvolvimento do aplicativo de apoio em primeiros socorros infantis para profissionais e cuidadores, com base em método embasado em práticas leves e ágeis, demonstrou-se funcional e com potencial para apoiar, de forma eficaz e segura, profissionais da saúde, da educação e cuidadores em geral.
Latent tuberculosis among people living with HIV and contacts in a hyperendemic state
Authors: Silva Adriana Leal Gomes da , Sá Antônia Margareth Moita , Santos Dayanne de Nazaré dos , Lima Ingrid Bentes , Corrêa Laíze Rúbia Silva , Nogueira Laura Maria Vidal
Published: October 2024

Abstract Objective To assess latent tuberculosis among people living with HIV and contacts of people with tuberculosis. Methods This is a cross-sectional, quantitative study, carried out in the state of Pará, based on cases of latent tuberculosis infection reported between 2019 and 2020. Data were extracted from the Latent Tuberculosis Infection Information System, at the State Department of Public Health, from November to December 2021. For analysis, descriptive statistics, chi-square test and G test were used, in addition to prevalence ratio, in Bioestat 5.3, with a significance level of 5%. Results A total of 1,116 cases of latent tuberculosis were studied: 653 in 2019 and 463 in 2020. The outcome indicated a low proportion of complete treatments (n=734). Among the records, 371 were of people living with HIV and 416 were of contacts of tuberculosis cases. An association was observed between latent infection in people living with HIV and contacts with the variables sex, age, origin and termination situation (p<0.0001). Conclusion Latent tuberculosis in people living with HIV and contacts presents different patterns when associated with the sociodemographic profile, making it necessary to prioritize the identification of these groups in order to adopt strategic actions that impact disease management.
Efeitos do modelo de enfermagem de Newman na qualidade de vida e recuperação muscular do assoalho pélvico em pacientes com disfunção do assoalho pélvico pós-parto
Authors: Wang Wei , Xie Kaipeng , Wu Xiaoli , He Jing
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar os efeitos do modelo de enfermagem de Newman na qualidade de vida e recuperação muscular do assoalho pélvico em pacientes com disfunção do assoalho pélvico pós-parto. Métodos Oitenta e oito pacientes com disfunção do assoalho pélvico pós-parto tratadas de janeiro a abril de 2023 foram divididas em grupo Observação e Controle (n=44) por meio de tabela de números aleatórios. O grupo Controle recebeu enfermagem de rotina e o grupo Observação recebeu cuidados de enfermagem de Newman. A qualidade de vida foi avaliada pelo Short Form-36 Health Status Questionnaire. A função do assoalho pélvico foi avaliada por meio do Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire-7 (PFIQ7) e da Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POPQ). Resultados Após a intervenção, as pontuações de aspectos físico, emocional, capacidade funcional, social e motor do grupo Observação foram superiores às do grupo Controle (P<0,05). As pontuações da Escala de Autoavaliação de Ansiedade e da Escala de Autoavaliação de Depressão do grupo Observação foram inferiores às do grupo Controle. O nível de conhecimento sobre a doença foi maior no grupo Observação do que no grupo Controle (P<0,05). O grupo Observação apresentou maior força das fibras musculares tipo I e II, e menores graus de fadiga das fibras musculares tipo I e II do que o grupo Controle (P<0,05). As pontuações PEIQ7 e POPQ do grupo Observação foram inferiores às do grupo Controle (P<0,05). Conclusão O modelo de enfermagem de Newman ajuda a melhorar a função do assoalho pélvico, a qualidade de vida e o conhecimento sobre a doença, além de aliviar a ansiedade, a depressão e outras emoções adversas.
Análise de custo-efetividade em saúde: estudo documental de teses e dissertações
Authors: Fonseca Graziele Gorete Portella da , Parcianello Márcio Kist , Santos Wendel Mombaque dos , Santos Viviane Euzébia Pereira dos , Mello Ana Lúcia Schaefer Ferreira
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Caracterizar as teses e dissertações brasileiras que usaram métodos de análise de custo-efetividade em tecnologias de saúde e os respectivos modelos de decisão. Métodos Este estudo documental e quantitativo foi realizado em fevereiro de 2023 com busca no Catálogo de Teses e Dissertações (Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoas de Nível Superior) no período 2011-2022 usando o termo “custo-efetividade”. Após a aplicação dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, 81 produções foram incluídas no estudo e então foi realizada a análise quantitativa das teses e dissertações. Resultados A maioria das produções era de teses de doutorado (54,3%) defendidas em 2018 (22,2%) na região sudeste do Brasil (60,5%) e conduzidas em ambiente hospitalar (42,0%). Foi adotado o modelo de Árvore de Decisão (37,0%) de Markov (28,4%), seguido de outros modelos. Além disso, a maioria das teses seguiu as recomendações de boas práticas na análise econômica de custo-efetividade: elas atenderam grande parte (55,6%), minimamente (25,9%) e parcialmente (18,5%) os itens necessários e recomendações. Conclusão Os estudos de custo-efetividade realizados nas teses analisadas usaram o modelo de Árvore de Decisão e seguiram as recomendações de boas práticas em seu desenvolvimento.
Opiniões maternas sobre o banho para alívio da dor em crianças hospitalizadas
Authors: Souza Danton Matheus de , Fogaça Vanessa Dias , Carvalho Joese Aparecida , Rossato Lisabelle Mariano
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Analisar as opiniões maternas frente ao uso do banho terapêutico para alívio da dor em crianças hospitalizadas por agravos respiratórios. Métodos Estudo descritivo, qualitativo, conduzido em um hospital escola, secundário, no município de São Paulo entre julho de 2022 a julho de 2023. Participaram 16 mães de crianças hospitalizadas, por agravos respiratórios, com dor aguda, alfabetizadas, que acompanharam a realização da intervenção - banho terapêutico e o seu seguimento de uma hora. O banho consistiu em uma imersão em água quente (entre 37-39°C), com 2/3 do corpo imerso por, no mínimo, cinco minutos. Por meio de uma amostragem por conveniência, as mães foram solicitadas a redigir sua opinião com a frase norteadora: “Escreva sua opinião sobre o uso do banho terapêutico para alívio da dor do seu filho”, com liberdade poética à escrita. Os dados foram submetidos a análise temática de conteúdo complementada pela análise lexical, com o software IRAMUTEQ®. Respeitou-se as diretrizes éticas nacionais. Resultados As mães opinaram que o banho terapêutico é uma intervenção efetiva e inovadora, com benefícios mútuos, à criança e a si. Na criança, redigiram que o banho proporcionou alívio da dor e de sintomas respiratórios, conforto e adormecimento. Já às mães, proporcionou satisfação com o cuidado, descanso e sensação de inclusão. Conclusão As mães opinaram que o banho terapêutico é uma intervenção efetiva e inovadora, com benefícios mútuos à criança e a si, com alívio da dor e posterior satisfação materna.
Fatores associados ao óbito pela coinfecção tuberculose/HIV no sistema prisional
Authors: Naves Elisângela Fraciscon , Andrade Rubia Laine de Paula , Santos Glauber Palha dos , Ferreira Melisane Regina Lima , Ballestero Jaqueline Garcia de Almeida , Alencar Vitória , Monroe Aline Aparecida
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Analisar os fatores associados aos óbitos por coinfecção tuberculose/HIV em pessoas privadas de liberdade. Métodos Estudo de coorte retrospectiva, realizado no estado de São Paulo no período de 2008 a 2017. A população de estudo foi composta pelas pessoas com coinfecção tuberculose/HIV em privação de liberdade. Os dados foram coletados do Sistema de Controle de Pacientes com Tuberculose TB-WEB em linkage com o Sistema de Informação Sobre Mortalidade. O risco de ocorrência do óbito segundo as variáveis sociodemográficas, clínicas e de tratamento foi estabelecido pelo risco relativo e respectivos intervalos de confiança 95%. Resultados Foram identificados 100 óbitos por tuberculose e/ou HIV no período, os quais estiveram associados a: indivíduos pertencentes à Coordenadoria Regional do Vale do Paraíba/Litoral (risco relativo 2,59; intervalo de confiança 95% 1,35-4,94); faixas etárias de 30 a 39 anos (risco relativo 2,49; intervalo de confiança 95% 1,04-5,96), 40 a 49 anos (risco relativo 7,09; intervalo de confiança 95% 3,06-19,06) e 50 a 59 anos (risco relativo 14,11; intervalo de confiança 95% 5,91-33,69); tratamento autoadministrado (risco relativo 1,94; intervalo de confiança 95% 1,16-3,27); ocorrência de internação (risco relativo 2,62; intervalo de confiança 95% 1,69-4,07). Conclusão Tais fatores devem ser considerados no enfrentamento da coinfecção de tuberculose/HIV, considerando as idade das pessoas privadas de liberdade, as condições do encarceramento e a intensificação do tratamento diretamente observado, visando evitar quadros que necessitem de internação.
Factors associated with death due to tuberculosis/HIV co-infection in the prison system
Authors: Naves Elisângela Fraciscon , Andrade Rubia Laine de Paula , Santos Glauber Palha dos , Ferreira Melisane Regina Lima , Ballestero Jaqueline Garcia de Almeida , Alencar Vitória , Monroe Aline Aparecida
Published: October 2024

Abstract Objective to analyze the factors associated with deaths due to tuberculosis/HIV co-infection in people deprived of their freedom. Methods Retrospective cohort study, carried out in the state of São Paulo from 2008 to 2017. The study population was made up of people with tuberculosis/HIV co-infection in deprivation of their freedom. Data were collected from the TB-WEB Tuberculosis Patient Control System in linkage with the Mortality Information System. The risk of death according to sociodemographic, clinical and treatment variables was established by relative risk and respective 95% confidence intervals. Results 100 deaths from tuberculosis and/or HIV were identified in the period, which were associated with: individuals belonging to the Regional Coordination of Vale do Paraíba/in the coast (relative risk 2.59; 95% confidence interval 1.35-4, 94); age groups 30 to 39 years old (relative risk 2.49; 95% confidence interval 1.04-5.96), 40 to 49 years old (relative risk 7.09; 95% confidence interval 3.06-19, 06) and 50 to 59 years old (relative risk 14.11; 95% confidence interval 5.91-33.69); self-administered treatment (relative risk 1.94; 95% confidence interval 1.16-3.27); and occurrence of hospitalization (relative risk 2.62; 95% confidence interval 1.69-4.07). Conclusion Such factors must be considered when dealing with tuberculosis/HIV co-infection, considering the age of people in prison, the conditions of incarceration and the intensification of directly observed treatment, aiming to avoid conditions that will require hospitalization.
Mobile application for accessible communication with pre-hospital emergency care: e-SU
Authors: Montandon Diego Santiago , Oliveira Luiz Carlos Souza de , Araújo Agostinho Antônio Cruz , Sant’Ana Ricardo Souza Evangelista , Mendes Isabel Amélia Costa , Godoy Simone de
Published: October 2024

Abstract Objective To describe the process of developing and evaluating a mobile application prototype to enable people with complex communication needs to call pre-hospital emergency services. Methods This methodological study was conducted in three stages: determining the target population’s functional requirements; developing and making available a prototype application for touchscreen mobile phones to request pre-hospital services; experts assessed the usability heuristics using a checklist, while the target population (people with complex communication needs) used the System Usability Scale. Descriptive statistics were performed, and the scores assigned to the application were analyzed. Results The application obtained high usability scores (mean=58.75) and 21 individuals from the target population reported an excellent user satisfaction index (mean=89.5), which allowed registering and applying for the prototype’s patent. Conclusion The prototype showed the ability to enable individuals with complex communication needs to access and request pre-hospital emergency services.
Kogan Scale – Attitudes toward old people: tradução, adaptação transcultural e validação no Brasil
Authors: Perez Franciele Costa da Silva , Colichi Rosana Maria Barreto , Urrutia Verónica Gómez , Figueroa Andrés Jiménez , Alves Renata Camargo , Lima Silvana Andrea Molina
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Apresentar a tradução, adaptação transcultural e validação da Kogan’s Attitude toward Older People Scale (KAOP) para a língua portuguesa no Brasil. Métodos Pesquisa metodológica de tradução, adaptação transcultural e validação da escala Kogan sobre atitudes em relação ao idoso. Seguindo recomendações internacionais, a escala foi traduzida por três nativos brasileiros e posteriormente elaborada versão única por consenso considerando equivalências semânticas e culturais; sendo retro traduzida e avaliada por consultor nativo britânico para análise de similaridade. A versão final foi aplicada em trinta estudantes regularmente matriculados em cursos de graduação na forma de pré-teste. Para validação do instrumento, foi realizado estudo transversal com 904 estudantes de graduação, incluindo cursos da área da saúde, obtendo-se o índice de Alfa Cronbach. Resultados Em 47% (16) dos itens houve exata similaridade entre as traduções e em 53% (18) as semelhanças prevaleceram em relação ao conteúdo, com poucas diferenças semânticas. Em relação ao pré-teste, a maioria dos estudantes tinha até 25 anos (60%), do sexo feminino (76,6%) e solteiros (70%), relatando adequada compreensão da versão em português, sem necessidade de alterações. A consistência interna (Alfa de Cronbach) da escala foi de 0,70. Conclusão O processo de tradução, adaptação transcultural e validação da escala Kogan da língua inglesa para o português do Brasil seguiu criteriosamente as etapas recomendadas na literatura. O instrumento resultante foi avaliado como compreensível e com boa consistência interna.
Internações pediátricas por bronquiolite no Brasil: caracterização longitudinal e gastos hospitalares
Authors: Prado Simone Isidoro , Novais Maykon Anderson Pires de
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar a distribuição longitudinal do número de hospitalizações pediátricas por bronquiolite viral aguda no Sistema Único de Saúde e os gastos com internações correspondentes a cada macrorregião, no âmbito nacional brasileiro. Métodos Estudo quantitativo, observacional, ecológico, tendo por base uma análise retrospectiva e longitudinal de dados do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde no período de 2012 a 2021, por meio de estatística descritiva e teste pareado de Tukey. Resultados Houve diferença estatística significante quanto aos gastos das internações nas macrorregiões no âmbito nacional ao longo dos anos (p=0,017), porém as comparações múltiplas de Tukey indicaram que não houve diferença significante entre 2 anos consecutivos, quando comparados os anos de 2020 e 2021 e o valor médio de internações por regiões. As proporções médias dos números de internações nas macrorregiões nos 10 anos do estudo foram de 461,1 no Centro-Oeste, 528,27 no Norte, 1.026 no Sul, 1.127 no Nordeste e 3.044 no Sudeste, considerando que a maior incidência quanto à média de internação esteve no Sudeste e houve diferença estatística significante do número de internações ao longo dos anos (p=0,001). Conclusão Houve aumento significativo da ocorrência de internações dos casos de bronquiolite viral aguda em crianças menores de 4 anos, especialmente em lactentes, o qual se mostrou crescente a incidência de internações nessa faixa etária e os gastos hospitalares no Brasil na maioria das macrorregiões, principalmente na Sudeste.
Brazilian instrument for investigating adverse events in health: validation study
Authors: Mello Lucas Rodrigo Garcia de , Christovam Barbara Pompeu , Rebustini Flávio , Moreira Ana Paula Amorim , Moraes Érica Brandão de , Paes Graciele Oroski
Published: October 2024

Abstract Objective To build the Brazilian instrument for investigating adverse health events and evaluate the evidence of content validity and the response process. Methods This psychometric study was conducted according to the Standards for Education and Psychological Testing in the following stages: search for evidence of content validity and response process. In the content evidence, 46 experts from all regions of Brazil participated. In the response process, 76 professionals from 31 health institutions participated. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences program was used for the distribution of quantitative variables and synthesis, via the calculation of descriptive statistics. In the content evidence stage, the acceptable Content Validity Ratio (CVR) greater than the expected critical CVR for N judges was used; the critical CVR of 0.35 was used in this study. The focus group has been performed for the response process. Results In total, 46 experts participated in the content validation stage, predominantly training nurses (84.8%), and nurses who graduated 11 years ago (60.7%) or more. The results obtained for each level in content validation were as follows: levels I, II, and III respectively presented the following CVR values: 0.88, 0.76, and 0.97. In the response process stage, adjustments to the nomenclature and sequence of steps were performed. Conclusion Building and validating the first Brazilian Instrument for Investigating Adverse Events in Health was possible with the necessary sources to ensure the content and response process. The best evidence articulated with national and international references was considered, making it possible to improve investigation systems in private and public health institutions.
Oportunidades domiciliares para o desenvolvimento motor de lactentes verticalmente expostos ao HIV
Authors: Pacheco Tamiris Ferreira , Paula Cristiane Cardoso de , Tamplain Priscila , Muñoz Jenny Amanda Ortiz , Rodrigues Analu Lopes , Padoin Stela Maris de Mello
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar as oportunidades do domicílio para o desenvolvimento motor de lactentes verticalmente expostos ao HIV de acordo com os níveis interdependentes do meio ambiente. Métodos Estudo transversal que incluiu familiares capazes de realizar sozinhos os cuidados cotidianos de lactentes expostos ao HIV com três a 18 meses de idade, em acompanhamento nos serviços de saúde em oito municípios no Sul do Brasil. Foram excluídos lactentes institucionalizados, com perda de seguimento ambulatorial ou impossibilidade de contato telefônico. Participaram do estudo 168 familiares mediante coleta de dados presencial e telefônica com caracterização do familiar, do lactente e do ambiente. Foram aplicadas as escalas de oportunidades no ambiente domiciliar para o desenvolvimento motor com a escala bebê e insegurança alimentar. Foram realizadas análises descritivas e correlações entre as variáveis independentes, seguidas de regressão de Poisson com variância robusta. Resultados As oportunidades totais do ambiente domiciliar foram classificadas como moderadamente adequadas (37,4%), variedade de estimulação excelente (35,4%), espaço físico moderadamente adequado (44,5%), brinquedos de motricidade grossa (38,0%) e de motricidade fina (38,7%) como menos que adequado. Houve associação para escolaridade (p < 0,005), renda (p < 0,013) e segurança alimentar (p < 0,032) com o desfecho menos que adequado ou moderadamente adequado para as oportunidades domiciliares. Conclusão Menores condições escolares, financeiras e de segurança alimentar implicam em menores oportunidades para o desenvolvimento motor, as quais podem ser potencializadas pela fragilidade clínica do lactente com uma condição sorológica ainda indefinida e pela demanda de cuidados habituais para prevenção da transmissão vertical.
Monitoramento de contatos de pacientes com tuberculose por agentes comunitários de saúde
Authors: Venancio Juliana Muniz Possato , Bertolozzi Maria Rita , Orlandi Giovanna Mariah , França Francisco Oscar de Siqueira
Published: October 2024

Resumo Objetivo Analisar o monitoramento de contatos de pacientes com tuberculose (TB) na perspectiva de Agentes Comunitários de Saúde (ACS). Métodos Estudo descritivo, transversal e qualitativo, com ACS de oito Unidades Básicas de Saúde da Supervisão Técnica de Saúde Casa Verde/Cachoerinha/Limão do Município de São Paulo, SP. Foram realizadas entrevistas semiestruturadas de junho a julho de 2021. A Vigilância à Saúde constituiu o referencial conceitual e os depoimentos foram submetidos a análise de conteúdo. Resultados Os ACS (51) tinham um tempo médio de atuação de 7,4 anos e 169 famílias sob sua responsabilidade; referiram já ter tido casos de TB na microárea de atuação (68,7%) e algum treinamento em relação à doença (70,6%). Em geral, o monitoramento de contatos não era conhecido pelos participantes, que também não reconheciam essa atividade como uma tarefa de sua responsabilidade. Várias dificuldades foram identificadas na rotina de trabalho, incluindo: resistência dos contatos em ser avaliados em consulta e realizar os exames solicitados, aceitar a possibilidade de ter TB, não conseguir acessar os contatos, dentre outras. Conclusão O desconhecimento da necessidade de monitorar os contatos pode fragilizar a detecção precoce de casos novos de Tuberculose e a Infecção Latente por Tuberculose, e contribuir para a manutenção da transmissão da doença. Dada a importância dos ACS para essa prática, e considerando que são um importante elo entre a comunidade e a equipe de saúde, recomenda-se sua devida instrumentalização para a identificação precoce de novos casos de TB e para o monitoramento adequado dos contatos.
ОПТИМИЗАЦИЯ РЕГУЛЯТОРОВ РОСТА В ЖИДКОЙ ПИТАТЕЛЬНОЙ СРЕДЕ ДЛЯ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ МИКРОКЛУБНЕЙ В БИОРЕАКТОРЕ
Authors: Дауров Диас , Абилда Жанар , Календарь Руслан , Волков Дмитрий , Канат Рахим , Аргынбаева Асель , Шамекова Малика
Published: October 2024

Целью представленного исследования являлась оптимизация жидкой питательной среды для роста и развития растений картофеля сорта Коломбо и получения из них микроклубней в биореакторе временного погружения. Оптимизацию жидкой среды планировалось проводить с использованием фитогомонов для улучшение показателей роста эксплантов и клубней. Для этих целей были отобраны гиберлиновая кислота (ГК), индолил-3-масляная кислота (ИМК) и Кинетин.
В соответствии с проделанной работой в исследовании проведена оптимизация питательных сред МС по фитогормонам для роста и развития эксплантов растений картофеля и последующего образования из них микроклубней. Определена оптимальная концентрация для максимального роста растений.
Результаты показали, что наиболее оптимальной жидкой средой МС для получения хорошо развитых растений стала питательная среда, содержащая гормоны ГК (0.1 мг/л) и ИМК (0.5 мг/л), в которой самые высокие показатели длины побега составляли 6.5 ± 0.7 см, а средой для образования микроклубней среда с содержанием гормонов ИМК (2 мг/л) и Кинетин (2 мг/л).  Данное исследование подтвердило эффективность единовременного использования гормонов ИМК и Кинетин при клубнеобразовании у in vitro растений картофеля.
Ganjar Pranowo's Branding Politics Through Instagram Media in the 2024 Presidential Election Contestation
Authors: Purwanto Sandy , Mujab Saeful
Published: October 2024

This research is motivated by the use of social media by political actors to build political branding which is one of the strategies to increase the electability of one of the presidential candidates in the 2024 presidential election contest, namely Ganjar Pranowo. The purpose of this research is to find out the political branding displayed by Ganjar Pranowo on Instagram social media as a political media in strengthening his electability in the Contestation of the 2024 Presidential Election of the Republic of Indonesia. The method used in this research is a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach. The data collection technique in this research uses observation and documentation. The results showed that political branding carried out on Instagram @ganjar_pranowo, consisting of 4 categories, namely policy, person, party, and presentation.
Menuju Kesiapan Karier Optimal: Pendampingan Mahasiswa ke Dunia Kerja Melalui Pelatihan CV dan Simulasi Wawancara Kerja di Universitas Islam Internasional Darullughah Wadda’wah Putri Pasuruan
Authors: Ariyanti Novi , Himsyah Unun Zumairoh Asr
Published: October 2024

Currently, there are so many bachelor’s/ graduates that it add to the barrage  of task for instituyions and government to think about ways/ system so that existing job opportunities can absorb graduates, wich are always increasing every year. UII Dalwa provides one solution to prepare its graduates to be more easily accepted in the world of work through training in making applications, Curriculum Vtae (CV) and providing job interview skills. By using 3 stages in its imoementation, namely problem identification, implementation and evaluation, community service activities in the from of training were held and the results of this training were students ability to prepare applications, CV and the ability to answer job interviews.
Fabrication of Green Composite Materials Using the Weight Sum Method (WSM) Method
Authors: . Nayeemuddin , Faiyaz Ahmed Ansari , Latif Kamran , Mudassir Syed , Salim Al-Amri Khalid Rajeh
Published: October 2024

The quest for sustainable materials the investigation into natural fibers for composite materials has been prompted by this development., aiming to reduce the environmental impact of traditional synthetic composites. In this study, we investigate the potential of flax, hemp, jute, kenaf, and ramie fibers as reinforcements in green composites fabricated using the Water Soaking Method (WSM). The evaluation parameters considered include density (g/cm3), fiber diameter (μm), tensile strength (MPa), Young’s modulus (GPa), and elongation at break (%). Through meticulous experimentation and analysis, it is revealed that jute emerges as the frontrunner among the alternatives, exhibiting superior performance across multiple evaluation parameters. Jute-based green composites demonstrate commendable strength and stiffness properties, coupled with a moderate density, making them promising candidates for various structural applications. Conversely, kenaf fiber-based composites exhibit the lowest performance in terms of evaluated parameters, indicating potential limitations in its suitability for high-performance applications. The comparative assessment underscores the significance of material selection in composite fabrication, emphasizing the diverse mechanical properties exhibited by different natural fibers. Furthermore, the utilization of the WSM method showcases its effectiveness in producing green composites with desirable characteristics, signifying its potential as a viable manufacturing technique for sustainable materials. eco-friendly composites, highlighting the importance of considering multiple factors such as fiber type and fabrication method in achieving optimal performance and environmental sustainability in composite materials. Further research may delve into refining fabrication techniques and exploring novel fiber combinations applications.
Evaluation of Reliability and Validity of Different Thicknesses of Occlusal Contact Registration Strips Vs Conventionally used Articulating Papers – An Invitro Study
Authors: Raju Reshma
Published: October 2024

Aim: To compare and evaluate the reliability and validity of different thicknesses of Occlusal Contact Registration Strips (OCRS) under simulated occlusal load.  Settings and Design: In-Vitro Comparative Study  Materials and Methods: Articulated epoxy resin dental models obtained from completely dentulous patients were interposed with occlusal contact registration strip of various thicknesses and subjected to constant axial compressive load using universal testing machine. The photographs of consistent registration marks were subjectively assessed using a computer software.  Statistical Analysis Used: Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and post hoc mean multiple comparison using Dunnett T3 test.  Results: The thinnest occlusal registration strip used in this study registered the highest average number of markings with a borderline statistically significant difference (P=0.06). The highest average area of markings was registered by the thickest strip, which had a near marginal significance (P=0.09), whereas the lowest average area was produced by the thinnest strip which was statistically significant (P=0.03).  Conclusion: There exists a relationship between the thickness of an occlusal contact registration strip, the number and the area of the marks registered. The average number of marks registered was inversely proportional to the thickness of the occlusal indicator. Hence, the thinner the occlusal contact registration strip, the more reliable is the occlusal contact registration. The average area of occlusal contact registration mark varies proportionately to its thickness. Hence, the thickest occlusal contact registration strips were more valid for marking occlusal contacts.
Benzyl Isothiocyanate Loaded Gelatin Nanoparticles Display Unique in Vitro Antioxidant Prospects
Authors: Sinha Ahana , Karan Gouri , Modak Mrinmoyee , Bar Piyali , Tripathy Kaustav , Giri Dibyendu , Chatterjee Debjani , Majumder Anirban , Das Chaudhuri Angsuman , Ghosh Aranya , Malakar Rimpa , Maiti Choudhury Sujata
Published: October 2024

This present investigation focuses on the fact that nanoformulation of phytochemicals could enhance the therapeutic capacity in different physiological systems by enhancing hydrophilicity and bioavailability. In this study gelatin nano-formulation of benzyl isothiocyanate (BITC) was prepared and characterized by dynamic light scattering and UV-Visible spectrometry. Then antioxidant activity of BITC and BITC-gelatin NPs was determined in different concentrations through measuring 2,2- diphenyl-1- picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), superoxide, hydroxyl radical, nitric oxide scavenging and lipid peroxidation inhibition activities. DLS and UV-Vis study revealed the production of uniform nanosized particles and effective encapsulation of BITC respectively. The results of antioxidant assays suggested that BITC-gelatin NPs more effectively scavenged free radicals and inhibited lipid peroxidation compared to free BITC. The findings proposed that gelatin formulated BITC nanoparticles could be effective against oxidative stress related disorders.
Filamentary Hierarchies and Superbubbles: Galactic Multiscale Magnetohydrodynamic Simulations of Giant Molecular Cloud to Star Cluster Formation
Authors: Zhao Bo , Pudritz Ralph E. , Pillsworth Rachel , Robinson Hector , Wadsley James
Published: October 2024

There is now abundant observational evidence that star formation is a highly dynamical process that connects filament hierarchies and supernova feedback from galaxy-scale kiloparsec filaments and superbubbles to giant molecular clouds (GMCs) on 100 pc scales and star clusters (1 pc). Here we present galactic multiscale MHD simulations that track the formation of structure from galactic down to subparsec scales in a magnetized, Milky Way–like galaxy undergoing supernova-driven feedback processes. We do this by adopting a novel zoom-in technique that follows the evolution of typical 3 kpc subregions without cutting out the surrounding galactic environment, allowing us to reach 0.28 pc resolution in the individual zoom-in regions. We find a wide range of morphologies and hierarchical structures, including superbubbles, turbulence, and kiloparsec atomic gas filaments hosting multiple GMC condensations that are often associated with superbubble compression, down to smaller-scale filamentary GMCs and star cluster regions within them. Gas accretion and compression ultimately drive filaments over a critical, scale-dependent line mass leading to gravitational instabilities that produce GMCs and clusters. In quieter regions, galactic shear can produce filamentary GMCs within flattened, rotating disklike structures on 100 pc scales. Strikingly, our simulations demonstrate the formation of helical magnetic fields associated with the formation of these disklike structures.
The Imprint of Dark Matter on the Galactic Acceleration Field
Authors: Arora Arpit , Sanderson Robyn E. , Chakrabarti Sukanya , Wetzel Andrew , Donlon Thomas , Horta Danny , Loebman Sarah R. , Necib Lina , Oeur Micah
Published: October 2024

Measurements of the accelerations of stars enabled by time-series extreme-precision spectroscopic observations, pulsar timing, and eclipsing binary stars in the solar neighborhood offer insights into the mass distribution of the Milky Way that do not rely on traditional equilibrium modeling. Given the measured accelerations, we can determine a total mass density and infer the amount of dark matter (DM) by accounting for the mass in stars, gas, and dust. Leveraging FIRE-2 simulations of Milky Way–mass galaxies we compare vertical acceleration profiles between cold DM (CDM) and self-interacting DM (SIDM) with a constant cross section of 1 cm2 g−1 across three halos with diverse assembly histories. Notably, significant asymmetries in vertical acceleration profiles near the midplane at fixed radii are observed in both CDM and SIDM, particularly in halos recently affected by mergers with satellites of Sagittarius/SMC-like masses or greater. These asymmetries offer a unique window into exploring the merger history of a galaxy. We show that SIDM halos manifest a more oblate shape and consistently exhibit higher local stellar and DM densities and steeper vertical acceleration gradients, up to 10%–30% steeper near the solar neighborhood. However, similar magnitude changes can arise from azimuthal variations in the baryonic components at a fixed radius and external influences like mergers, making it difficult to distinguish between CDM and SIDM using acceleration measurements in a single galaxy.
Stacking X-Ray Observations of “Little Red Dots”: Implications for Their Active Galactic Nucleus Properties
Authors: Yue Minghao , Eilers Anna-Christina , Ananna Tonima Tasnim , Panagiotou Christos , Kara Erin , Miyaji Takamitsu
Published: October 2024

Recent James Webb Space Telescope observations have revealed a population of compact extragalactic objects at z ≳ 4 with red near-infrared colors, which have been dubbed as “Little Red Dots” (LRDs). The spectroscopically selected LRDs exhibit broad Hα emission lines, which likely indicate that type I active galactic nuclei (AGNs) are harbored in the galaxies’ dust-reddened cores. However, other mechanisms, like strong outflowing winds, could also produce broad Hα emission lines, and thus, the nature of LRDs is still under debate. We test the AGN hypothesis for LRDs by stacking the archival Chandra observations of 34 spectroscopically selected LRDs. We obtain tentative detections in the soft (0.5–2 keV) and hard (2–8 keV) X-ray bands with 2.9σ and 3.2σ significance, and with 4.1σ significance when combining the two bands. Nevertheless, we find that the soft (hard) band 3σ upper limit is ∼1 dex (∼0.3 dex) lower than the expected level from the L
X–L
Hα
relation for typical type I AGNs. Our results indicate that AGN activity is indeed likely present in LRDs though these objects have significantly different properties compared to previously identified type I AGNs, i.e., LRDs may have intrinsically weak X-ray emissions. We find it difficult to explain the low L
X/L
Hα
ratios observed in LRDs solely by absorption. It is also unlikely that fast outflows have major contributions to the broad Hα lines. Our findings indicate that empirical relations (e.g., for black hole mass measurements) established for typical type I AGNs should be used with caution when analyzing the properties of LRDs.
Asymmetric Dust Accumulation of the PDS 70 Disk Revealed by ALMA Band 3 Observations
Authors: Doi 土井 Kiyoaki 聖明 , Kataoka 片岡 Akimasa 章雅 , Liu 呂 Hauyu Baobab 浩宇 , Yoshida 吉田 Tomohiro C. 有宏 , Benisty Myriam , Dong 董 Ruobing 若冰 , Yamato 大和 Yoshihide 義英 , Hashimoto 橋本 Jun 淳
Published: October 2024

The PDS 70 system, hosting two planets within its disk, is an ideal target for examining the effect of planets on dust accumulation, growth, and ongoing planet formation. Here, we present high-resolution (0.″07 = 8 au) dust continuum observations of the PDS 70 disk in ALMA Band 3 (3.0 mm). While previous Band 7 observations showed a dust ring with slight asymmetry, our Band 3 observations reveal a more prominent asymmetric peak in the northwest direction, where the intensity is 2.5 times higher than in other directions and the spectral index is at the local minimum with α
SED ∼ 2.2. This indicates that a substantial amount of dust is accumulated both radially and azimuthally in the peak. We also detect point-source emission around the stellar position in the Band 3 image, which is likely to be free–free emission. We constrain the eccentricity of the outer ring to be e < 0.04 from the position of the central star and the outer ring. From the comparison with numerical simulations, we constrain the mass of PDS 70c to be less than 4.9

M

Jupiter

if the gas turbulence strength α
turb = 10−3. Then, we discuss the formation mechanism of the disk structures and further planet formation scenarios in the disk.