bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of the role of fundus fluorescein angiography and spectral domain-optical coherence tomography in choroidal neo-vascularization: a hospital-based study
Authors: Singh Amit , Untoo Reyaz Ahmed , Wani Ourfa Ashraf , Rashid Wasim
Published: January 2022

Background: The study was conducted to evaluate the role of fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA) and spectral domain-optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT) in choroidal neo-vascularisation (CNV).Methods: This was a hospital based prospective study carried out in the post-graduate department of ophthalmology, SKIMS medical college, Bemina, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. All patients diagnosed with CNV fulfilling the criteria during the study period w.e.f. October 2018 to March 2020 were enrolled. Visual acuity and pinhole test using Snellen’s chart for literate and E chart for illiterate patient, slit lamp biomicroscope for anterior segment examination, ophthalmoscopy, including stereoscopic examination of the posterior pole, 90D examination of the fundus, Intra-ocular pressure measurement, FFA and SD-OCT was done in these patients.Results: Diagnostic accuracy of OCT was observed with a sensitivity 79.1% (95% confidence interval (CI): 67.3-90.7), specificity 84.3% (95% CI: 74.5-92.9), positive and negative predictive values 78.7% and 85.4%, respectively, (95% CI: 65.5-95.6) and (74.8-93.4) and diagnostic accuracy of FFA was observed with a sensitivity 81.4% (95% confidence interval (CI): 70.6-93.5), specificity 82.31% (95% CI: 71.9-89.3), positive and negative predictive values 79.9% and 83.7%, respectively, (95% CI: 68.8-92.9) and (70.3-91.2).Conclusions: FFA is the gold standard procedure for screening ARMD and detection of dry ARMD, but OCT is more specific diagnostic tool in detecting early subretinal neovascular membrane and also to assess the extent, location and activity of the neovascular membranes. This study concludes that SDOCT is highly sensitive for identifying AMD, CNV, and CNV activity and due to its non-invasive nature with no adverse effects and less time consuming can be used as 1st line of diagnostic modality and FFA be reserved for cases where SD-OCT is not helpful.
Epidemiology, etiology, and treatment of denture stomatitis
Authors: Bukhari Meisan Ali , Algahtani Mashael Abdullah , Alsuwailem Faisal Abdullah , Alogaiel Rakan Mishaal , Almubarak Safa Hejji , Alqahtani Saud Salman , Alabdullatif Raghdah Abdulaziz , Alghimlas Reem Yaqoub , Alotaibi Noura Fahad , Qahtani Atheer Rakkad Al , Alkathiri Norah Khaled
Published: January 2022

Multiple factors are involved in the pathogenesis of denture stomatitis, which increases the risk of tissue infection and inflammation. These factors include poor oral hygiene, trauma secondary to poorly fitting prostheses, resin porosity, and bacterial plaque accumulation. Our present review discusses the epidemiology, etiology, and treatment of denture stomatitis based on data from current studies in the literature. The prevalence of denture stomatitis is significantly variable among the different studies, as previously discussed. However, the cumulative incidence of denture stomatitis among their participants ranged between 17-77%. These hugely variable rates have been attributed to the nature of data collection, diagnostic criteria, sample size, and patient demographics. Studies also show that the condition is more prevalent among elderly females. However, not many studies have reported this correlation, indicating the need for future studies. Candida albicans infection is the primary parameter in the etiology and pathogenesis of the condition. However, other factors related to the patient (like status of immunological response) and dentures (like hygiene) were also reported. Therefore, the management of denture stomatitis should be based on applying adequate interventions. Besides, using antifungal medications is also necessary to eradicate organism.
Types of screening tools used to identify potential inappropriate medication in the geriatric
Authors: Abdullah Marwah Y. , Alomari Majed M. , AlNihab Ali N. , Alshaikh Maha S. , Alzahrani Maryam A. , Al-Shehab Ali H. , Alghafli Munthir H. , Shaban Ayat E. , Bajaba Majed A. , Yateem Samia S. Al , Alseraihi Ahmad A.
Published: January 2022

Inappropriate intake of medications can increase the risk of many morbidities and mortality among the geriatric population. Therefore, assessment of drug underuse, overuse, and inappropriate use has been an area of interest across the different investigations, and according to which, different screening tools were developed to identify these problems and enhance the quality of care to these patients. In the present study, we aim comprehensively discuss the different types of currently reported screening tools that can identify potentially inappropriate medication in the geriatric population. Studies show that assess, review, minimize, optimize, reassess (ARMOR), and medication appropriateness index (MAI) tools are the most commonly reported for this purpose to appropriately evaluate drug administration practices. However, they are time-consuming and need adequately trained personnel, which might not be available within the different settings. Accordingly, we suggest that more than one tool should be used, as we have reviewed all the advantages and disadvantages of the modality within the current study, to adequately facilitate and make the process of evaluation easy and enhance the quality of care for the geriatric population.
A case of fracture talus with medial malleolus treated with headless screws and cancellous cannulated screws using single anteromedial approach
Authors: Katti Shubham N. , Paigude Prithviraj A. , Ingale Praful A. , Mane Sushilkumar R.
Published: January 2022

Talar fractures are complex injuries with an array of management options and complications. We present a case of talar fracture with medial malleolus fracture fixed via common anteromedial approach through the fracture site. The incidence of associated malleolar injury has ranged from 19% to 28% in prior studies. The skin condition is often poor and prone to swelling in such cases which makes the management challenging. Along with poor wound healing, joint stiffness, osteonecrosis and osteoarthritis of the ankle are complications affecting the outcome of the patient.
The Effectiveness of STEM for Sea Project to Improve Cadets’ Performance as Preparation for Onboard Training
Authors: Wahyuni Okvita , Mustain Iing
Published: January 2022

The use of technology plays an important role in education as we gradually move to what is known as industry 4.0. It becomes more important especially during COVID-19 pandemic where online learning is highly demanded. This research applied online learning using the application of STEM for Sea Project (SforSP) to improve the performance of cadets of CASBMMA (Cirebon AKMI Suaka Bahari Merchant Marine Academy), the preparation of their onboard training. This finding encourages the researchers to upgrade the application in providing more suitable materials which correspond to the company’s needs during on board training.
Global E-government Trends, Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Alshehri Alanoud , Alharbi Somayah , Khayyat Mashael , Aboulola Omar
Published: January 2022

E-government is crucial in this era for all countries, either developed or developing. Although it has provided numerous advantages and opportunities, the E-government transformation is still considered a complex process. Considering the available research work and data on e-government surveys by the United Nations, this research has primarily focused on the global complexities of applying E-government along with regional and global E-government leaders. This research has been conducted using a systematic review methodology. According to 2020 surveys, the results are promising to show significant advancement in digital services in various geographic regions, cities, and countries. However, the results showed also that the most common challenges facing governments worldwide are the absence of digital infrastructures, limited resources for adopting the digital government policies, and lack of trust. Hence, governments must build trust with their citizens so that they can participate and avoid any resistance.
Argumentação científica e educação pela pesquisa: o parecer de professores(as) a uma prática pedagógica
Authors: Pezarini Agnaldo Ronie , Mendonça Samuel
Published: January 2022

O presente artigo apresenta como escopo central a interface entre a Argumentação Científica (AC) e a Educação Pela Pesquisa (EPP). É sabido que educar é uma prática ampla e promover esse educar pelo viés da EPP é educar para a argumentação, uma vez que, ao promover a construção de novos argumentos, se logra atingir as esferas dos pilares específicos da educação: o ser, o fazer e o conhecer. Assim, em busca de práticas pedagógicas que culminem nessa ação, temos o seguinte como problema de pesquisa para este manuscrito: quais são as percepções e análises atribuídas a uma Sequência Didática (SD) proposta como prática pedagógica para a interface entre argumentação científica (AC) e Educação pela Pesquisa (EPP)? Esta é uma pesquisa caracterizada como sendo qualitativa do tipo pesquisa participante. No que se refere às questões metodológicas, os participantes, pós-graduandos de um curso de especialização em Ensino de Ciências, após uma formação EaD via Blog, analisaram e emitiram o seu parecer e suas considerações a uma Sequência Didática criada com o objetivo de promover a construção do conhecimento científico por intermédio de uma prática que funde a perspectiva da AC e da EPP. Esses pareceres e considerações foram analisados à luz da Análise de conteúdo. Dos resultados obtidos, emergiram as seguintes categorias de análise: Complementariedade entre AC e EPP e Maturidade cognitiva. Os resultados revelaram que a SD construída é apropriada e uma estratégia pedagógica frutífera para a construção do conhecimento científico.
PLANTAS MEDICINAIS UTILIZADAS EM RITUAIS DE UMBANDA: ESTUDO DE CASO NO SUL DO BRASIL
Authors: Alves Ferreira Maria Eduarda , Alves Elias Guilherme , Assunção Viviane Kraieski , Citadini-Zanette Vanilde
Published: January 2022

A utilização de plantas para fins medicinais é uma prática milenar em todo mundo. No Brasil, o uso de plantas medicinais em rituais nasceu da miscigenação entre os indígenas, africanos, europeus e seus descendentes, que expandiram para a Umbanda. A Umbanda surgiu no Brasil como uma religião única, com influência africana, cristã, espírita e indígena. A utilização dos vegetais nos rituais de Umbanda é diversificada e complexa, ligada diretamente ao conjunto de divindades cultuadas na região, portanto as espécies utilizadas variam muito entre os terreiros. Neste sentido, este estudo pretendeu registrar as plantas medicinais utilizadas em rituais do Centro Umbandista Pai Tomé e Cabocla Indaiá da Cachoeira (CEUPTCIC), no município de Cocal do Sul, sul de Santa Catarina, Brasil. O levantamento botânico foi feito por meio de entrevista com a dirigente espiritual da casa, que detém maior conhecimento sobre plantas medicinais em seus rituais. Um espécime de cada planta indicada foi coletado para identificação e registro do estudo. Os dados obtidos na entrevista foram comparados com estudos etnobotânicos publicados em diferentes regiões do Brasil. Foram mencionadas pela entrevistada seis espécies vegetais (Lavandula dentata L., Mentha rotundifolia L., Petiveria alliacea L., Rosa alba L., Rosmarinus officinalis L. e Ruta graveolens L.) para fins terapêuticos e, destas, quatro são aplicadas em seus rituais. P. alliacea e R. graveolens foram as espécies mais utilizadas em rituais afro-brasileiros em diferentes regiões do Brasil, presentes em sete estudos de dez consultados. Embora encontrado referências que respaldam a utilização das espécies no Centro Umbandista, ficou clara a necessidade de maior investigação quanto às patologias dessas espécies indicadas pela entrevistada e não encontradas na literatura.
AVANÇANDO NA CONSTRUÇÃO DE UMA REVISTA PLURAL, POPULAR E DE QUALIDADE
Authors: Dias Marcelo Pires , Moura Gustavo Goulart
Published: January 2022

É com grande entusiasmo que temos a oportunidade lançar o volume 6, nº 3, da Revista Ethnoescientia, periódico ligado à Sociedade Brasileira de Etnobiologia e Etnoecologia (SBEE).
Joana, de Bernardo Kucinski, e a representação dos desaparecidos durante a ditadura
Authors: Bautz Diego Kauê
Published: January 2022

Espera-se, aqui, iluminar alguns traços da escrita de Bernardo Kucinski referentes ao período da ditadura militar brasileira. Como o escritor tem uma considerável produção que abarca esse período, analisou-se detidamente apenas um conto do autor para, assim, perceber com o máximo de atenção a constituição do universo narrativo. O conto analisado foi “Joana”, publicado em Você Vai Voltar pra Mim e Outros Contos (2014), pois, como já existem estudos sobre esse texto, foi possível estabelecer um diálogo com leituras anteriores a fim de ampliar a visão sobre o conto e, a partir disso, identificar alguns artifícios recorrentes dos quais o escritor se vale para representar o período da ditadura. Desta forma, foi possível identificar que Kucinski, além de denunciar em sua obra os crimes cometidos pela ditadura, insere-se em uma certa tradição da literatura brasileira voltada para a representação de projetos de nação orientados por um gerenciamento da morte.
Distopia e hibridismo em A Nova Ordem, de B. Kucinski
Authors: Araújo Fernanda Nunes de , Sales Paulo Alberto Da Silva
Published: January 2022

Desenvolve-se uma leitura do romance A Nova Ordem, publicado em 2019, de B. Kucinski, a partir da perspectiva do hibridismo entre fato e ficção. Ao valer-se de elementos da realidade, sobretudo relacionados à sociedade e à política brasileira contemporânea, a ficção de Kucinski se configura por meio de um enredo distópico. Nele, é apresentado uma sociedade apocalíptica, em ruínas, permeada por constantes genocídios de grupos nomeados como utopistas, bem como se instauram, em todo o território nacional, práticas de manipulação comportamental dos indivíduos. Nossa leitura se detém, então, a perscrutar a representação da distopia presente na configuração dos generais que comandam e da massa que compõe a “nova ordem”, inviabilizando o direito de sonhar dos brasileiros.
A escrita engajada de Pagu contra a opressão de classe social, gênero e raça em Parque Industrial
Authors: Moretti Francielie , Matias Felipe Dos Santos
Published: January 2022

O presente artigo apresenta um estudo analítico da obra Parque Industrial (1933), da escritora Patrícia Rehder Galvão (1910-1962), popularmente conhecida como Pagu, dialogando com as considerações teórico-críticas sobre engajamento propostas pelo filósofo francês Jean-Paul Sartre, em Que é a literatura? Pagu faz uma crítica ao intenso processo de industrialização desumanizadora característico das primeiras décadas do século XX no Brasil, especialmente na cidade de São Paulo, evidenciando o abismo entre os privilégios usufruídos pela classe dominante e a miséria vivida pelos trabalhadores. A partir da análise realizada, pode-se dizer que a narrativa de Parque Industrial expõe os dramas vividos pelo proletariado no sistema capitalista, explorado à exaustão. A obra realiza também uma problematização a respeito do feminismo burguês no país, que tendo como principais pautas o sufrágio feminino e o direito das mulheres ao trabalho, mostrava-se alheio à realidade vivenciada pelas proletárias, principalmente em relação ao racismo enfrentado pelas mulheres negras.
Efficiency of Numerical Images Analysis in Selection of Durum Wheat [Triticum turgidum (L.) ssp. durum (Desf.) Husn.] Genotypes Growing under Semi-arid Conditions in Algeria
Authors: Frih Benalia , Oulmi Abdelmalek , Guendouz Ali
Published: January 2022

Background: This study was conducted during the 2020/2021 cropping season at Setif Agricultural Experimental Station, it aims to assess the efficiency of using numerical image analysis (NIA) in the selection of durum wheat genotypes in semi-arid areas. Methods: The genetic materials used in this study consist of 11 advanced lines and 4 genotypes of which 3 are local landraces used as control to evaluate their performance, the genotypes tested were sown in a randomized block design (RDB) with three replications. each plot consisted of 6 lines of 10 m long spaced of 0.2 m witdth makes 12 m2 as plot area. Result: Analysis of variance showed that all the parameters measured numerically (senescence and total reflectance) had a very high genotypic significance. The chlorophyll content at full heading showed a very highly significant genotypic effect. Thousand kernels weight, number of spikes per meter square, number of days to heading and plant height had a significant genotypic effect. The correlation study showed that all senescence parameters were significantly correlated. A significant and negative correlation was observed between chlorophyll contents; average of velocity and total reflectance. Grain yield was highly and significantly correlated with thousand kernels weight and number of spikes per meter square. Number of spikes per meter square was significantly and positively correlated with average of velocity and negatively correlated with sum of temperatures at mid-senescence. Number of days to heading was significantly and negatively correlated with senescence average and maximum of senescence average. A significant correlation was observed between plant height and sum of temperatures at mid-senescence.
The Effect of Quercus infectoria Acorn on Clinical, Hematobiochemical Parameters of Pregnant Albino Rats
Authors: Issa Nawzat Aboziad , Ali Balqees Ahmed , Saed Sulaiman Tamer
Published: January 2022

Background: Quercus infectoria is a kind of forest tree widely used for livestock feeding within the northern parts of Iraq with little was known about the Quercus infectoria toxicity mainly in pregnant animals. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the potential effect of Quercus infectoria acorn on the pregnant albino rats. Methods: This study was conducted on the Wistar pregnant rats, using aqueous extract of the acorn at doses of 2 grams/ rat for a period of 10 days. The effect of the quercus acorn on the animal behavior, pregnancy hematobiochemical parameters was investigated compared to the control groups. Result: Neither mortality, nor significant changes in animals’ behavior were detected in treated rats; whereas, abortion and early parturition with lower weight of the pups were observed in treated pregnant rats. Significant increases in red blood cells, packed cell volume, hemoglobin concentration, means corpuscular volume and means corpuscular hemoglobin and levels of neutrophils and eosinophil were reported in treated rats compared to the control groups. Besides, blood urea nitrogen and aspartate aminotransferase were significantly increased in the treated group. Study results suggest that the aqueous extract of Quercus infectoria acorn has potential toxic effects on pregnancy.
Evaluation of Muscle Chemical Composition, Amino Acids Profile and Antioxidative Capacity of the Shaziling Pig and its Crossbreeds
Authors: Chen C. , Liu Y.Y. , Li H.L. , Zuo J.B. , Yu G.J. , Peng Y.L.
Published: January 2022

Background: Meat quality in pigs is an extremely important economic trait. The Shaziling pig is representative of good meat quality but has been scarcely utilized because of the unpleasant growth rate and lean percentage. Methods: The differences of muscle chemical composition, amino acids profile and antioxidative capacity were evaluated among [(Berkshire × Shaziling) × (Berkshire × Shaziling) (BS × (B × S)], (Berkshire × Shaziling) × Shaziling [(B × S) × S], Shaziling × (Berkshire × Shaziling) [S × (B × S)] and Shaziling (S × S) pigs. Result: Four groups had plentiful contents of mineral elements (Ca, Zn, Na, K, Cu, Mg, Mn) and abundant amino acids content and no obvious differences in diameters of myofibers and adipocytes were found among four groups. In addition, (B × S) × S pigs had the highest crude protein content, possessed comprehensive nutrient in amino acids and showed preferable antioxidative capacity, suggesting that the meat of (B × S) × S pigs has optimal shelf life.
Effect of Nitrogen Rate and Application Ratio on Late Sown Sunflower in Wet Soil under Zero Tillage in the Coastal Zone of Southwestern Bangladesh
Authors: Sarker Bidhan Chandro , Ali Md. Yasin , Bell Richard W. , Kabir Md. Enamul
Published: January 2022

Background: The cropping pattern of southwestern (SW) coastal Bangladesh has been improving from Fallow-Fallow-Transplanted aman paddy to Sunflower-Fallow-Transplanted aman paddy. The emerging cropping pattern of SW Bangladesh from single transplanted aman paddy to double cropping, sunflower in winter after transplanted aman paddy needs new crop husbandry including nutrient management particularly nitrogen (N). Hence, the present study aimed to evaluate the yield response of late sown sunflower to rates and application ratio (basal:top dressed) of N in the coastal soil of SW Bangladesh. Methods: The field experiment was conducted during winter season (2018-19) in a randomized complete block design and replicated thrice. The experimental treatments consisted of seven N rates (0, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180 and 210 kg ha-1) and three application ratio (50%:50%, 25%:75% and 0%:100%). Result: Results revealed that with the increased of N rates, dry matter, seed yield, yield attributes and net income were substantially increased: the highest values of these parameters were found at 150 and 180 kg N ha-1 when applied @ ratio of 25%:75% (basal: top dressed) despite non-significant interaction while the agronomic efficiency was higher at 60 kg ha-1 next decreased. The findings of the study suggested that N @ 150 kg ha-1 with 25%:75% application ratio is suitable for late sown sunflower in the coastal soil of SW Bangladesh.
Application of Different Rates and Frequencies of Rejuvenator for the Treatments of Brown Bast Syndrome on Hevea brasiliensis
Authors: Hashyati N.H. Nik , Sulaiman Z. , Salisu M.A. , Samad M.Y.A. , Mohamed M.T.M. , Mokhtar Mohd Shafar Jefri , Ghani Zarawi A.B. , Adinan Azwan
Published: January 2022

Background: Brown bast is one of the most serious threats to natural rubber production. It is estimated that brown bast leads to an approximately 15-20% decrease in latex yield production. There is currently no effective method to control this problem and an effort to overcome this problem is in progress by the natural rubber producing countries. Methods: This study evaluated the effect and the most suitable rate and frequency of Rejuvenator application to cure brown bast (latex dryness) and improve latex yield. The Rejuvenator treatment was applied to the selected tree with two different treatment frequencies (every 3 days and every 6 days) and three different Rejuvenator concentrations (5 g/L, 10 g/L and 5 g/L). The Rejuvenator was applied 5 times. Data on latex yield and brown bast cure were then recorded 1 month after the application of the last treatment. The treatments used were T1: No Rejuvenator, T2: 5 g/L of Rejuvenator, T3: 10 g/L of Rejuvenator, T4: 15 g/L of Rejuvenator. Result: Of all the treatment used, T3 (10 g/L) resulted in higher production of latex yield and Hevea bark nutrient concentration (g/t/t) than control. It also gave the highest nutrient content in the bark tissue. The findings of this study reveal that the optimum concentration and frequency of Rejuvenator application were established at 10 g/L every 6 days. More so, the findings explain that inadequate nutrients can be attributed to the brown bast syndrome in rubber plantation which can be prevented with the use of a rejuvenator to the tree’s bark.
​Binasoybean-6: A High Yielding Mutant Soybean Variety Developed through Sustainable Mutation Breeding
Authors: Malek M.A. , Emon R.M. , Khatun M.K. , Bhuiyan M.S.H. , Nevame Adedze Yawo Mawunyo , Alam Md. Amirul
Published: January 2022

Background: Soybean is an important source of food, protein and oil and hence more research is essential to increase its yield under different agro-ecological conditions, including stress. In this regard, four popular soybean varieties viz. Shohag, BDS-4, BAU-S/64 and BARI Soybean-5 were irradiated using Co60 gamma rays to create genetic variation for earliness, higher seed yield and other desirable agronomic traits. Methods: The experiments were conducted at Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA) Headquarters farm, Mymensingh during 2006-2009 and 28 elite mutant lines were selected for evaluation. The mutant line, SBM-22 derived from mother variety BARI Soybean-5 irradiated with 300Gy of gamma rays was found to be superior compared to other mutants. Considering the superior performance of mutant SBM-22 including 28 mutants and mother check variety BARI Soybean-5, were evaluated through different trials. The evaluation trials were conducted at different agro-ecological zones of the country during Rabi season (January to April) of 2010-2018. Result: Significant variations were observed both in individual location and over locations for all traits. Reactions to major diseases and insect-pests infestation were also studied. Due to better performance of the mutant SBM-22, Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA) applied to the National Seed Board (NSB) of Bangladesh for registration as an important soybean variety “Binasoybean-6”. Consequently, the NSB of Bangladesh registered SBM-22 as an improved soybean variety in 2019 as Binasoybean-6 for commercial cultivation.
Multivariate Analysis and its Application for Screening Mungbean [Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek] Landraces
Authors: Benlioglu Berk , Ozkan Ugur
Published: January 2022

Background: Mungbean [Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek] is known as one of the important crop of the Vigna group. In order to determine morphological traits of mungbean, multivariate analysis will provide important advantages in the selection phase of future breeding programs. Multivariate statistical analysis was used to determine and classify these traits. Multivariate analysis, that includes principal component analysis (PCA) and cluster analysis (CA), is considered the best tool for selecting promising genotypes in the future breeding programs. Methods: Eighteen landraces and two species were used to classify morphological traits in this study. Nine different morphological traits were observed during the research period. These are; days to 50% flowering (DFT), plant height (PH), branches per plant (BPP), clusters per plant (CPP), number of pods per cluster (PPC), seed yield per plot (SYPP), biomass yield per plot (BYPP), harvest index (HI), 1000 seed weight (SW). Result: Principal component analysis (PCA) revealed a high level of variation among the genotypes. Therefore, high variability was observed in DFT (36-59 day), PH (39-76 cm), BPP (3-7), CPP (4-21), SYPP (231-824 g), BYPP (3300-10300 g), HI (6.77-11.25%) and 1000 SW (19.95-50.50 g). According to cluster analysis, landraces with the least genetic diversity distance between them in terms of morphological traits examined were determined as 2 and 3.
Study of the focus of achievement motivation in mental pathology
Authors: Tapalova Olga Besenovna , Zhiyenbayeva Nadezhda , Kamysbayeva Aida
Published: January 2022

The phenomenon of achievement motivation is very important in psychology, as research explains the driving forces of human behavior and activity. That is why interest in studying the achievement motivation is constantly growing. The authors of this article believe that the content structure of the achievement motivation in humans has two components – adaptive and transcendental. The purpose of this article is to present an experimental study of the meaningful characteristics of achievement motivation in persons with mental pathology. The research method is projective methodology - Hekhauzen test and author's modification of this test for persons with mental pathology, Freiburg multifactorial personality questionnaire, Diagnostics of self-actualization of personality SAMOAL. The obtained results of the study of achievement motivation in persons with mental pathology show that respondents of this category have changes in the motivational-value-semantic sphere, changes are shown in extreme manifestation of one of the tendencies (adaptation or transcendence), or extremely weak representation of both trends.
Keywords:  achievement, neurotic disorders, affective disorders, adaptation, transcendence, Hekhauzen test.
Trump y la derecha religiosa
Authors: Almeida Ronaldo de , Freston Paul
Published: January 2022

Esse dossiê surgiu da preocupação com a conjuntura política e religiosa contemporânea marcada pelo recrudescimento internacional da direita e da extrema-direita em várias democracias ocidentais. Em recentes eleições europeias vêm se destacando políticos e partidos à direita, como na Itália, Holanda, Hungria, Polônia e Turquia. Mesmo não tendo sido eleita em alguns países, a extrema-direita obteve um bom desempenho nas urnas, como na França, onde o Partido Socialista praticamente colapsou. No Reino Unido, a saída da União Europeia (o Brexit) foi, entre outras questões, um fechamento protecionista contra a chegada indesejada de imigrantes europeus e não-europeus. Nos Estados Unidos, Donald Trump foi eleito com seu discurso antiglobalista e neoconservador de feições fascistas e autoritárias. Em suma, diversas análises concordam quanto ao endurecimento dos regimes políticos escolhidos via procedimentos democráticos.
Narrativa sobre a própria formação e a formação de professores na integração entre currículo e TDIC
Authors: Almeida Maria Elizabeth Bianconcini de
Published: January 2022

Este trabalho trata de uma narrativa caracterizada como instrumento de pesquisa na perspectiva da história de vida, com um recorte no período entre o final dos anos 1980 e meados de 2013, com o propósito de identificar o currículo construído ao longo desse processo. O estudo tem como objetivo compreender o que representam as experiências da autora, os significados e sentidos atribuídos à memória de tempos passados sobre distintos processos de formação voltados ao uso pedagógico das tecnologias digitais de informação e comunicação - TDIC.
Ações da educação ambiental
Authors: Zago Marcia Regina Rodrigues da Silva , Vaz Ana Claudia  Nüernberg , Cruz Marcia Aparecida Linartevis da , Pereira Welson Luiz , Krelling Lígia Marcelino
Published: January 2022

Este artigo descreve algumas ações de Educação Ambiental (EA) em escolas de Curitiba- PR. O objetivo foi ampliar conhecimentos sobre a temática de gestão de resíduos. As atividades justificam-se pelo fato de induzir dinâmicas metodológicas de coletividade no território escolar em busca de soluções criativas, na resolução de problemas. As atividades envolveram estudantes do 6° ao 9° ano do Ensino Fundamental, professores/as e funcionários/as. A metodologia descreve aspectos da natureza qualitativa e de observação participante, com traços da educação maker em uma abordagem STEAM. Os resultados revelaram participações mais ativas de todos os atores, em busca de possíveis caminhos para minimizar o impacto dos resíduos no ambiente escolar.
The Meca Sapiens Blueprint
Authors: Tardy Jean E.
Published: January 2022

"The Meca Sapiens Blueprint" is a Cognitive Architecture that describes, in detail, how to build a conscious machine using standard software techniques. A robotic system based on The Meca Sapiens Blueprint would be a unique and autonomous entity that is self-aware and capable of intentional self transformations. It would interact with its users as an independent and conscious being. It would generate, in these users, the certainty they are dealing with another consciousness.

Intended for practical software implementation, The Meca Sapiens Blueprint is readily accessible to anyone knowledgeable about Software Engineering. By discovering the mechanisms that generate conscious behavior in machines, readers will gain new insights about human consciousness itself. They will also understand that new and radically different form of consciousness could enter the world.

WARNING: The Meca Sapiens architecture would result in an inherently unpredictable system. It is intended for implementation in a laboratory environment , for research purposes only.
Membentuk Karakter Anak Melalui Habituasi Dongeng pada Pembelajaran di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Prastya Candra , Ida Bagus Putrayasa  , I Nyoman Sudiana
Published: January 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk membentuk karakter anak melalui habituasi dongeng pada pembelajaran di sekolah dasar. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Metode pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara dan studi kepustakaan. Subyek penelitian ini adalah guru sekolah dasar berjumlah 10 orang, yang diambil dengan teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu purposive sampling. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini terdiri atas tahapan pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, serta simpulan/verifikasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mendongeng merupakan cara efektif yang dapat dilakukan guru untuk menumbuhkan karakter siswa. Dengan mengaitkan materi pembelajaran dengan dongeng siswa menjadi tertarik untuk belajar. Karakter tokoh serta alur cerita dalam dongeng memberikan pesan moral yang dapat ditiru peserta didik. Adapun karakter yang dapat ditanamkan dalam dongeng adalah sopan    santun,    kedisiplinan,    nilai-nilai moral, spiritual, agama, tanggung jawab, cinta tanah air, pantang menyerah.
USING THREE PHASE TECHNIQUE WITH VOCABULARY QUIZ AS A PRE ACTIVITY TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ READING PERFORMANCE
Authors: Amroji Amroji
Published: January 2022

The objective of the study is to find out how to use three phase technique with vocabulary quiz as a pre activity to improve students’ reading performance, specifically, their reading motivation and comprehension achievement. This was a classroom action research and there were two cycles in this study. The result displayed the procedures of using three phase technique with vocabulary quiz as a pre activity was effective to improve students’ reading performance. The procedures, which covers four main phases: the vocabulary quiz, the pre, whilst and post reading activities, had fulfilled the criteria of success in this study. This fact was clearly shown by the increase of students’ reading motivation as indicated by their learning orientation in reading class. They were at least externally imposed to the rules that they accepted as norms to follow so as not to feel guilty. Their attitudes and behaviors toward reading class were good enough as expected by the teacher. The students’ reading comprehension achievement was also improved to 66.73 as their average score of reading comprehension test had gained the minimal passing grade expected by the school curriculum that was 65. Furthermore, it is possible that the procedures of this reasearch can get better result for the future study if they are applied more deliberately and more effectively.
Percepción estética de la sonrisa según la exposición gingival en estudiantes universitarios de Lima, Perú, 2020
Authors: Abadíe Miranda Mery Angela , Lugo-Varillas Jocelyn Graciela , Albites Achata Úrsula María Dolores
Published: January 2022

Objetivo: Determinar la percepción estética de la sonrisa según exposición gingival en estudiantes universitarios de odontología y otras carreras (Lima, Perú 2020); evaluar de manera descriptiva las variables principales, como estudiante, edad y sexo; y comparar la percepción estética la sonrisa según exposición gingival entre estudiantes universitarios de pregrado, diferentes edades y sexos. Metodología: Se fotografió la sonrisa de una mujer siguiendo los parámetros estéticos, se modificó digitalmente la exposición gingival, para obtener seis imágenes digitales. Fueron calificadas por 512 estudiantes de odontología y otras carreras, mediante una encuesta virtual utilizando la escala analógica visual (valores 0 al 10). Resultados: Estudiantes universitarios percibieron la sonrisa con 0,5 mm de exposición gingival como más atractiva y la sonrisa con 2,5 mm de exposición gingival como poco atractiva. Según la edad, los estudiantes de 18 a 23 años percibieron más atractiva la sonrisa con 0,5 mm exposición gingival y menos agradable la sonrisa 2,5 mm exposición gingival, los estudiantes de 24 a 29 años percibieron como sonrisa más atractiva con 1mm exposición gingival y poco atractiva la sonrisa 2mm exposición gingival. Según el sexo, a ambos les pareció más atractiva la sonrisa 0,5 mm exposición gingival y poco atractiva la sonrisa con 2,5 mm de exposición gingival. Conclusiones: Estudiantes universitarios de odontología y otras carreras tuvieron la misma percepción de la sonrisa con relación a la exposición gingival, percibieron atractiva la sonrisa con 0,5 mm de exposición gingival y poco atractiva la que tiene 2,5 mm. Estudiantes más jóvenes consideraron más agradable la sonrisa con exposición gingival de 0,5 mm. Estudiantes de ambos sexos tuvieron una misma percepción estética de la sonrisa.
Flebolitos en la región maxilofacial: un desafío para el diagnóstico por imágenes. Una revisión
Authors: Becerra-Heredia Jorge Luis , Fiori-Chíncaro Gustavo Adolfo , Agudelo-Botero Ana María
Published: January 2022

Las alteraciones o trastornos vasculares de los vasos sanguíneos o linfáticos presentan características propias, y la identificación de calcificaciones es un parámetro adecuado para realizar un diagnóstico certero. El objetivo del estudio fue describir las características radiográficas de los flebolitos y determinar si representan un desafío para el diagnóstico radiológico. Según la literatura revisada en las bases de datos de Medline (PubMed), SciELO, Google Escolar y algunas revistas especializadas del área, se determinó que los flebolitos tienen características radiográficas muy particulares, de imágenes concéntricas radiotransparentes y radiopacas que semejan a anillos. Sin embargo, no todas las presentaciones son similares, esto hace el diagnóstico engañoso por otras calcificaciones en esta región, como los sialolitos, cuyo aspecto suele ser parecido. A su vez, está la relación con anomalías vasculares y hemangiomas. Finalmente, la evidencia describe características muy propias de esta lesión, pero es necesario individualizar cada caso, por las diferencias que existe de un paciente a otro.
Modified Langenskiöld Procedure for Congenital Patella Dislocations in Pediatric Patients
Authors: Mo Yueqiang , Jing Yanhui , Wang Dahui , Paley Dror , Ning Bo
Published: January 2022

Background: Great difficulty and more failures were the descriptions of the treatment of congenital patella dislocation in pediatric patients. This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of patients with congenital patellar dislocations treated with the modified Langenskiöld procedure. Methods: The medical records of 16 knees in 11 patients with a diagnosis of congenital patella dislocation were collected from September 2016 to March 2019. They were treated with the modified Langenskiöld procedure. The mean follow-up period was 37.8 months. The outcome measures were the Lysholm score, Kujala score, patellar stability, and knee range of motion. Results: Eleven patients, namely, eight girls and three boys, with 16 knees were enrolled. The mean age at the time of operation was 3.1 years. The post-operative mean Lysholm score was 94.8 (SD 5.1; 87–100), whereas the Kujala score was 95 (SD 5.9; 86–100). There were no recurrent dislocations, and all patients had full extension postoperatively. Conclusion: The modified Langenskiöld procedure is a promising solution for the treatment of congenital patella dislocations. Level of evidence: Level IV; Case Series; Treatment Study
Protecting those who protect nature by supporting conservationists’ mental wellbeing
Authors: Pienkowski Thomas , Keane Aidan , Tickell Sofia Castelló y , de Lange Emiel , Hazenbosch Mirjam , Khanyari Munib , Arlidge William , Baranyi Gergő , Brittain Stephanie , Kapoor Vena , Mohan Vik , Papworth Sarah , Ravi Roshni , Smit Izak , Milner-Gulland EJ
Published: January 2022

Biodiversity conservation work can be challenging but rewarding, with potential consequences for conservationists’ mental health. Yet, little is known about patterns of mental health among conservationists and its associated protective and risk factors. A better understanding can help improve working conditions, supporting conservationists’ job satisfaction, productivity, and engagement, while reducing costs from staff turnover, absenteeism, and presenteeism. We surveyed 2311 conservationists across 143 countries, asking about experiences of psychological distress, personal characteristics, and workplace conditions. Moderate or severe distress was reported by 27.8%. Respondents with low dispositional and conservation-specific optimism, poor physical health, limited social support, women, and early-career professionals were most at risk. Heavy workload, job demands, and organisational instability were linked to higher distress, but job stability and satisfaction with one’s contributions to conservation were associated with lower distress. We suggest ways employers and others could support conservationists’ mental health and ability to tackle the global ecological crisis.
Livestock Feed Processing and Storage Mechanizims in Bench Maji, Sheka Ad Kaffa Zones, South West Ethiopia
Authors: Milkias Matawork Gobena , Woyamo Wondimu Teka , Genzabu Dessalegn Genzabu
Published: January 2022

This study was conducted in Kaffa, Bench Maji and Sheka zones with the objective of assessing livestock feed processing and storage mechanisms in South West Ethiopia. Purposive sampling technique was used to select study districts based on livestock population, accessibility and availability of feed resources. A total of 384 households having a minimum one hectare of land and livestock were randomly selected for interview. The mean total number of cattle in the study area was 8.48+6.79 per households. Majority of the respondents could not practice livestock feed processing and storage mechanisms in dry and wet season in the study area. The bases for feed provision for livestock in the study area were production level, work load and availability of feed ingredients. Different plants parts were used for livestock to increase milk yield, to improve growth rate and to treat diseases. Livestock production was lowest in dry season due to lack of feed shortage in the dry season. Due to this conclusion, government office should give training how to process and store feeds for dry season.
Towards the Analysis of Urban Livability in China: Spatial-Temporal Changes, Regional Types and Influencing Factors
Authors: Wang Yi , Miao Zhuanying
Published: January 2022

The increasing drift of urbanization and its impact on urban human settlements are of major concern for China cities. Therefore, demystifying the spatial-temporal patterns, regional types and affecting factors of urban livability in China are beneficial to urban planning and policy making regarding the construction of livable cities. In accordance with its connotation and denotation, this study develops a systematic evaluation and analysis framework for urban livability. Drawing on the panel data of 40 major cities in China from 2005 to 2019, an empirical research was further conducted. The results show that urban livability in China has exhibited a rising trend during the period, but this differs across dimensions. The levels of urban security and environmental health are lower than those of the three other dimensions. Spatially, cities with higher livability are mainly distributed in the first quadrant divided by the Hu Line and Bole-Taipei Line. Cities in the third quadrant are equipped with the lowest livability. In addition, the 40 major cities can be divided into five categories, and obvious differences exist in terms of the geographical distribution, overall livability level and sub-dimensional characteristics of the different types. Furthermore, the results of the System GMM estimator indicate that the overall economic development exerts an inhibiting effect on the improvement of urban livability in present-day China, but this logical effect exhibits obvious heterogeneity in different time periods and diverse city scales. Finally, there are also differences in the influencing direction and degree of specific economic determinants.
Terlipressin Attenuates Hemorrhagic Shock-Induced Acute Kidney Injury in Rats
Authors: Castro Leticia Urbano Cardoso , Otsuki Denise Aya , Sanches Talita Rojas , Souza Felipe Lima , Santinho Mirela Aparecida Rodrigues , Silva Cleonice , Noronha Irene Lourdes , Neto Amaro Nunes Duarte , Gomes Samirah Abreu , Malbouisson Luiz-Marcelo Sá , Andrade Lucia
Published: January 2022

Hemorrhagic shock (HS), a major cause of trauma-related mortality, is mainly treated by crystalloid fluid administration, typically with lactated Ringer’s (LR). Despite beneficial hemodynamic effects, such as the restoration of mean arterial pressure (MAP), LR administration has major side effects, including organ damage due to edema. One strategy to avoid such effects is pre-hospitalization intravenous administration of the potent vasoconstrictor terlipressin, which can restore hemodynamic stability/homeostasis and has anti-inflammatory effects. Wistar rats were subjected to HS for 60 min, at a target MAP of 30–40 mmHg, thereafter being allocated to receive LR infusion at 3 times the volume of the blood withdrawn; at 2 times the volume, plus terlipressin (10 µg/100 g body weight); and at an equal volume, plus terlipressin (10 µg/100 g body weight). A control group comprised rats not subjected to HS and receiving no fluid resuscitation or treatment. At 15 min after fluid resuscitation/treatment, the blood previously withdrawn was reinfused. At 24 h after HS, MAP was higher among the terlipressin-treated animals. Terlipressin also improved post-HS survival and provided significant improvements in glomerular/tubular function (creatinine clearance), neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin expression, fractional excretion of sodium, aquaporin 2 expression, tubular injury, macrophage infiltration, IL-6 levels, IL-18 levels, and NF-κB expression. In terlipressin-treated animals, there was also significantly higher ANG II type 1 receptor expression and normalization of AVP 1a receptor expression. Terlipressin could be a viable therapy for HS-induced acute kidney injury, likely attenuating such injury by modulating the inflammatory response via the AVP 1a receptor.
Manual Testing of Respiratory Muscles in Adults with Asthma: A Intra and Interrater Reliability and Validity Study
Authors: Serrano-Villar Yannely , Rodríguez-Grande Eliana-Isabel , Segura María Solange Patiño
Published: January 2022

Background: Manual Muscle Testing (MMT) is a useful tool to evaluate ventilatory mechanics in adults with asthma. However, in the reviewed literature, there are few studies that report psychometric features of this test. Therefore, the present study aimed to evaluate MMT reliability and validity in respiratory muscles in adults with asthma.Methods: It was a cross-sectional study. Muscle strength (MMT and static respiratory pressures), sociodemographic and anthropometric variables related to the disease were evaluated. Measurements were carried out by two independent evaluators The reliability of MMT was analyzed with the weighted kappa and the convergent validity was evaluated by comparing the MTT and the respiratory pressure measurements using Pearson's correlation coefficient. The level of significance was p <0.05. Results: Twenty-six adults with stable asthma participated in the study. The intrarater reliability for MMT was between moderate and substantial (kappa=0.45-0.88) for all evaluated muscles while the interrater reliability was slight and fair for intercostal muscles (kappa=0.07-0.24), and fair and substantial (kappa=0.36-0.75) for other muscles. The convergent validity of MMT and respiratory pressures was low (r=0.20-0.48).Conclusions: MMT is a reliable measurement that can be used to evaluate respiratory muscle strength in adults with asthma. This study support MMT application for respiratory muscles at clinical settings when more objective measures such as MIP and MEP are not available. Considering that the MMT is a useful, practical, low-cost tool commonly used by physiotherapists, future studies could evaluate the convergent validity compared with dynamometry or electromyography of the respiratory muscles.