bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Attenuation and source properties at the Coso Geothermal Area, California
Authors: Hough S. E. , Lees J. M. , Monastero F.
Published: November 2022

We use a multiple-empirical Green's function method to determine source properties of small (M −0.4 to 1.3) earthquakes and P- and S-wave attenuation at the Coso Geothermal Field, California. Source properties of a previously identified set of clustered events from the Coso geothermal region are first analyzed using an empirical Green's function (EGF) method. Stress-drop values of at least 0.5-1 MPa are inferred for all of the events; in many cases, the corner frequency is outside the usable bandwidth, and the stress drop can only be constrained as being higher than 3 MPa. P- and S-wave stress-drop estimates are identical to the resolution limits of the data. These results are indistinguishable from numerous EGF studies of M 2-5 earthquakes, suggesting a similarity in rupture processes that extends to events that are both tiny and induced, providing further support for Byerlee's Law. Whole-path Q estimates for P and S waves are determined using the multiple-empirical Green's function (MEGF) method of Hough (1997), whereby spectra from clusters of colocated events at a given station are inverted for a single attenuation parameter, κ, with source parameters constrained from EGF analysis. The κ estimates, which we infer to be resolved to within 0.01 sec or better, exhibit almost as much scatter as a function of hypocentral distance as do values from previous single-spectrum studies for which much higher uncertainties in individual κ estimates are expected. The variability in κ estimates determined here therefore suggests real lateral variability in Q structure. Although the ray-path coverage is too sparse to yield a complete three-dimensional attenuation tomographic image, we invert the inferred κ value for three-dimensional structure using a damped least-squares method, and the results do reveal significant lateral variability in Q structure. The inferred attenuation variability corresponds to the heat-flow variations within the geothermal region. A central low-Q region corresponds well with the central high-heat flow region; additional detailed structure is also suggested.
Los límites del garantismo penal en contextos de conflicto armado y justicia transicional
Authors: Cardona Chaves Juan Pablo
Published: November 2022

El presente artículo tiene como propósito analizar la pertinencia y posibilidades de aplicación del garantismo penal en contextos de conflicto armado y procesos de justicia transicional, con base en la experiencia colombiana. Para ello, se presentarán las principales características del modelo. A continuación, se expondrá la manera como ha sido adoptado en Colombia y, finalmente, se analizarán las tensiones y amenazas que sufre en dichos escenarios.
La sanción de los crímenes internacionales en procesos de transición: un análisis de la legalidad de las penas alternativas mediante el ejemplo de El Salvador
Authors: Loyo Cabezudo Joana
Published: November 2022

Ante la comisión de los crímenes más graves que afectan a la comunidad internacional, esto es, los crímenes de guerra contra la humanidad y genocidio, la privación de la libertad parecía ser la única pena con capacidad de mostrar el especial reproche que merecen estos ilícitos internacionales. No obstante, en los actuales procesos de justicia transicional han comenzado a imponerse tanto penas alternativas a la prisión, como excesivas reducciones a las condenas que podrían llegar a cuestionar el principio de proporcionalidad. Teniendo en cuenta esta tendencia en auge, en el presente trabajo se examina su legalidad a través del proyecto de Ley de justicia transicional de El Salvador. Para ello, tras contextualizar el caso, se analiza el alcance de la obligación de los Estados de sancionar desde la perspectiva del Derecho Internacional y se reflexiona acerca de las particularidades que plantea su aplicación en los complejos escenarios de transición.
El poder de la escritura en contextos de genocidio y femicidio
Authors: Moradi Fazil
Published: November 2022

En este artículo se analiza cómo el Estado moderno y colonial se conforma a través de formas específicas de escritura (la Constitución, las leyes, los decretos, los comunicados, la violencia burocratizada) las cuales, instantáneamente, convierten al Estado en genocida y femicida. Los escritos políticos son tanto históricos como contemporáneos ya que, al desplazarse a través del tiempo y del espacio, cruzan fronteras, forjan programas y políticas de Estado que hacen del genocidio y del femicidio algo irreductible a consideraciones antropocéntricas. En este sentido, el artículo sostiene que los escritos políticos transforman los contextos que describen. Dichos escritos son inherentes al Estado nación y a su insaciable propósito de dominación y destrucción sistemática de las condiciones ecológicas y formas de vida, así como necesarios para traducir y probar la violencia política y estatal moderna. Con un enfoque interdisciplinar, el artículo demuestra cómo la violencia de género (violencia sexual), el secuestro y la trata de mujeres se convirtieron en los temas de escritura del Estado iraquí. Al final, se plantea una discusión sobre el silenciamiento infinito de la violencia genocida en Irak, caracterizada por tres décadas de impunidad ante la violencia sexual y los secuestros de mujeres durante la Operación al-Anfal, de los recientes genocidios y femicidios y de cómo después de tres décadas de violencia sexual ejercida en al-Anfal, de violaciones y de secuestros de mujeres, junto con el genocidio y el femicidio del Estado Islámico contra los yazidíes, todo acto genocida continúa infinitamente silenciado en Irak.
Retrospective comparative study of laboratory parameters in Covid-19 positive deceased and non-deceased cases
Authors: Singh Priyanka , Trivedi Pawan , Singh Anjana , Verma Vidhi
Published: November 2022

Covid 19 infection came into existence in 2019 and hence the name. It started from a city in China named Wuhan. It continued to affect the whole world, so in 2020 it was declared as a pandemic outbreak and is prevalent worldwide till date. India is still suffering and struggling through its dreadful impact. The objective of this retrospective study is to analyze the laboratory parameters and to predict the severity/mortality related to the infection.

A total of 312 hospitalized COVID-19 RTPCR positive patients from 1st April - 15 May 2021 were enrolled. Patients were categorized into deceased and non-deceased groups and their demographic as well as laboratory parameters were collected and compared.

Out of 312 patients, 100 succumbed to disease. Majorities were males between 55 to 60 years. The laboratory values of TLC (p<0.0001), Neutrophil count (p<0.0001), Lymphocyte count (p<0.0001), Platelet count (p<0.0001), Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio(NLR) (p<0.0001), plasma D-dimer(p=0.007717), serum CRP level (p=0.000174), serum Lactate dehydrogenase(LDH) level (p<0.0001), serum SGOT (p<0.0001), serum Ferritin (p=0.000085) were statistically significant for deceased as compared to non-deceased group. Serum SGPT was statistically insignificant.

The attained results showed deranged laboratory parameters among COVID-19 positive patients. The mortality rate was found to be higher in elderly males as compared to females of same age group. There was significant correlation between the markedly abnormal laboratory values and severity/mortality of the COVID-19 infection, which could help in predicting the outcome of the disease in patients admitted to the hospitals.
A study on clinical profile and risk factors in incisional hernia patients
Authors: Kumar RK Vineeth , Soni Ambuj Kumar , Sahu Sharad Kumar
Published: November 2022

Incisional hernias of the abdominal wall are a frequently encountered complication in cases of open abdominal surgeries like midline laparotomies, caesarian sections etc. Wound infections, obesity, poor healing due to malnutrition etc., were thought to be the important causative factors in the development of incisional hernia.

To study the clinical profile of incisional hernia patients with respect to various etiological factors, distribution of cases in relation to age and sex, details of previous surgical procedures undergone.

52 patients admitted in Department of General Surgery were included in the study. Study was conducted during the period from August 2018 to August 2020 including all patient with incisional hernia. Pediatric cases were excluded from the study. Data of all the patients were collected from the hospital records and were compiled in a predesignated proforma which included patient details, clinical examination, investigations, and previous surgical history. Informed consent was obtained from each patient.

Retrospective observational study.

There were 32 females (61.54%) and 20 males (38.46%) with female to male ratio was found to be 1.6:1. Majority of the patients presented with abdominal swelling (n=30, 58%) followed by both abdominal swelling and pain (n=20, 38%). Among the females now presented with incisional hernias the mean parity was 2.69. Majority of the cases developed hernias within 1 year (n=29, 55.77%) and about 26.93% of the patients developed hernia in 1 to 3 years. Most of cases of incisional hernia in our study occurred over midline (n=22, 42.3%) at the site of incisions made for midline laparotomy (n=20.38.5%) Risk factors favouring incisional hernia formation were post-operative wound infection (n=45, 84.9%) and obesity (n=21, 40.38%).

Incisional hernia is more common in females who undergo emergency midline laparotomy and emergency caesarean section. Majority of the cases presented within 1 year of surgery. Post-operative wound infection, obesity and anemia were the crucial factors for the development of incisional hernias.
Platelet indices in controlled and uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus: A cross sectional study
Authors: Sinha Anirban , Samaddar Aparajita , Talukdar Manas
Published: November 2022

Diabetes is an emerging health problem across the world. Underlying prothrombotic state leads to cardiovascular complications in diabetics especially those with poor glycemic control. Though multiple mechanisms are responsible, platelet activation plays a major role in the pathogenesis of prothrobotic state. Platelet activation causes increase in their size which is represented by Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) whereas variation in their size associated with release reaction is reflected by Platelet Distribution Width (PDW). So MPV and PDW together may help to detect emergence of prothrombotic state at an earlier stage.

To find out whether any significant difference exists in platelet count, MPV and PDW in controlled and uncontrolled Type 2 diabetics.

It was a hospital based cross sectional study where total 277 patients of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus were included following predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria and categorized into controlled (193 subjects) and uncontrolled (84 subjects) groups with HbA1c level ≤ 7% and >7% respectively. Blood from all the participants were analyzed for MPV, PDW and platelet count. Unpaired t-test was done to compare the platelet count and platelet indices among two groups.

MPV and PDW were found to be significantly higher (p <0.0001) among uncontrolled group compared to controlled group with Mean MPV 13.47±0.56 fl vs 10.25±1.32 fl and Mean PDW 23.37±2.47% vs 15.57±2.69% respectively. But there was no significant difference in platelet count among two groups.

The higher value of MPV and PDW in uncontrolled diabetics indicates that they can be utilized as an inexpensive yet useful method for early detection of thrombotic complication in these patients.
Adverse events following the administration of diphtheria antitoxin (Equine Source): An observational study in an Indian tertiary care centre
Authors: Reddy T Sunitha , Kumar M Ashok , Shankar K
Published: November 2022

To assess the clinical safety of diphtheria antitoxin in patients with probable and confirmed diphtheria infection.

This was a single-center, observational study which included patients with probable and/or confirmed diphtheria infection. The skin sensitivity test for diphtheria antitoxin was performed in all the patients. The patients who were insensitive/ had ‘no reaction’ to the skin sensitivity test, medically optimal dose of the DAT (10000 IU/10 mL) was administered intravenously.

A total of 203 patients were enrolled in this study, and 200 considered for safety assessments (females, n=104). All patients reported negative skin-sensitivity test. A total of 14 adverse events were reported in six patients (two patients reported three events each while remaining four patients reported two events each) either immediately (75%) or within 5-6 hours (12.5%) of administration of diphtheria antitoxin and therefore, these were considered related to the administration of the drug. These 14 adverse events were non-severe and the patients recovered without sequelae. No further adverse events were observed during the rest of the hospitalization period (4-5 days), after discharge from hospital and during follow-up until 15 days after administration of diphtheria antitoxin. There were no deaths and life-threatening serious adverse events observed.

The observations from the present study suggest that diphtheria antitoxin has a favorable safety profile and it can be essentially used in children as well as adults without any harm.
A study on prevalence of psychiatric morbidity in advanced breast cancer patients at a tertiary cancer hospital in South India
Authors: Chidurala Shirish Chakra , Paniharam Ramakanth
Published: November 2022

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women globally as well in India. Breast cancer patients may suffer from psychological morbidity. Psychological problems like depression, anxiety, may affect the quality of life of breast cancer patients.

To study the psychiatric morbidity in diagnosed advanced breast cancer patients.

A cross sectional study was done in the department of Psychiatry, over a period of one and half years from January 2014 to June 2015 at Osmania Medical College Allied Hospitals (M.N.J Institute of Oncology & Regional Cancer Centre and Osmania General Hospital), Hyderabad, Telangana. Breast cancer patient cases and controls were studied by the General health questionnaire -28 (GHQ-28)

Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview- plus (mini- plus).

This difference in the proportion of psychiatric disorders was statistically significant.

By using MINI plus, 26.7% of breast cancer patients reported psychiatric illness and this percentage was 10% in controls. This difference was not statistically significant at p value of 0.05 (Chi square value 2.78, p value 0.18). The most common psychiatric morbidities were Dysthymia, and MDD seen in 3 (10%) women each.

Adjustment disorder unspecified was found in 2 (6.7%) women. There are statistically significant differences between cases and controls and these differences are circumscribed to domains of recall and language and orientation. The mean total score obtained by cases is 28.60 with a standard deviation of 1.354 and that obtained by the control group is 29.70 with a standard deviation of 0.535. The difference between the two groups is highly significant (p<0.001).

The study brings out the need for identifying psychiatric problems at proper time, referral of breast cancer patients to Psychiatrists and points out the need for establishing psychiatric units in Cancer Institutes.
Fetuin A levels and its correlation with lipid profile in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
Authors: Sharma Dharmveer , Jain Vivek Kumar , Pandit Vidyanand
Published: November 2022

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), is a chronic metabolic disorder. Due to its complex pathophysiology, several biomarkers have been studied for identifying its complications. Fetuin A has been proposed to be linked with insulin resistance and its comorbidities and may be helpful in understanding the pathophysiology of the disease condition. Therefore, the present study is aimed to evaluate the Fetuin A levels in Type 2 diabetes mellitus patients and its correlation with blood sugar, renal profile and lipid profile.

This prospective study was conducted in SRVS Government Medical College, Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, India. In this study, 90 T2DM patients as cases and 90 healthy subjects as controls were recruited. Demographic details, physical and clinical examination were done. Patients with cardiovascular diseases, thyroid diseases, liver disease, pregnant women were excluded from the study. Under aseptic conditions, 5 ml of fasting venous blood samples were collected, centrifuged to obtain serum sample. The obtained serum sample was used for the estimation of fasting glucose, post-prandial glucose, renal profile (serum urea, creatinine and uric acid), lipid profile (serum total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDLC, LDLC and VLDL) using commercially available autoanalyzer kits. Serum Fetuin A levels were estimated by using ELISA method. Whole blood sample was used for the estimation of HbA1c. The results were represented as Mean±SD. and percentage. Spearman’s correlation was applied. The p value <0.05 considered statistically significant.

In this study, in T2DM cases, males were 51 and females were 39 and in controls, males were 50 and females were 40. In the current study, age (63.8±5.7 years), BMI (26.2±1.6 kg/m) SBP (130.8±13.2 mmHg), DBP (90.6±12.7 mmHg), FBS (158.7±14.5 mg/dl), PPBS (228.5±31.8 mg/dl), HbA1c (7.8±0.7 %), Urea (32.1±9.4 mg/dl), Creatinine (1.0±0.1 mg/dl), Uric acid (6.2±2.8 mg/dl), total cholesterol (228.4±33.0 mg/dl), triglycerides (160.0±15.2 mg/dl), LDLC (165.6±33.6 mg/dl), VLDL (32.0±3.0 mg/dl) and Fetuin A (363.9±126.2 micg/ml) levels were significantly increased and HDLC (30.7±3.9 mg/dl) levels were reduced in T2DM cases than the healthy controls. Fetuin A level were significantly positively correlated with FBS (r=0.686), PPBS (r=0.656), HbA1c (r=0.694), Urea (r=0.342), Creatinine (r=0.564), Uric Acid (r=0.588), Total Cholesterol (r=0.700), Triglycerides (r=0.405), LDLC (r=0.728), and VLDL (r=0.528) and negatively correlated with HDLC (-0.681).

Elevated fetuin A and atherogenic lipid profile may be a risk for cardiometabolic diseases.
Evaluation of effects of levonorgestrel releasing intrauterine system in heavy menstrual bleeding
Authors: Das Subrata , Gupta Amrita , Mahata Ritu
Published: November 2022

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), is one of the most frequently encountered problem in the gynaecology OPD. It can significantly affect women’s quality of life and overburden health-care systems. The Levonorgestrel Releasing Intrauterine System (LNG-IUS) is a highly effective long-acting reversal contraceptive, also useful for controlling HMB and promoted by National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

This prospective interventional study conducted upon 30 women, with heavy menstrual bleeding, of 30-50 years’ age, reporting in the outpatient department of a tertiary health care facility unit “between” January 2018 to June 2019. Women, who met inclusion and exclusion criteria were our study population. Data was collected during follow up at 1, 3 and 6 month and all the association were tested by mean, proportion and percentages. Chi-square test was used for comparing categorical result and p-value of less than 0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Calculation was made by using IBM SPSS 26 version of statistical software.

Majority of women were from 40-45 years’ age group. Pictorial Blood Loss Assessment Chart (PBAC) score was calculated in 30 women who underwent LNG IUS insertion.There was significant reduction (p<0.05) in the mean PBAC score at 3and 6month compared to their initial value after LNG-IUS insertion.

LNG IUS is effective and can be used as first line measure for treatment of HMB.
Study of micronuclei as a potent biomarker in breast cytology aspirates
Authors: Sangeetha N , Saranyabai S , Pradeep Priyanka , Nidhya E , Venkataraman Balaji
Published: November 2022

: Micronuclei scoring can be used as a bio-marker of genotoxic and chromosomal damage. Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is applied as the primary tool for diagnosis in breast masses because of its ease and rapidity. Micronucleus (MN) scoring is carried out in benign (fibroadenoma) and malignant (infiltrating ductal carcinoma) breast lesions to evaluate the role of Micronuclei as a biomarker in breast carcinomas.

: To study Micronuclei (MN) scores as a biomarker on breast cytology aspirated smears.

This was a prospective study done for duration of two years in the Department of Pathology, A.C.S Medical College and Hospital, Chennai. The features of micronuclei in 60 breast aspirate smears were studied and compared in benign conditions, proliferative and malignant conditions.

The most common diagnosis was of fibroadenoma seen in 38 (63.3%) cases. Adenosis was seen in 10 (16.6%) cases. Usual ductal hyperplasia in 6.6% cases and Invasive ductal carcinomas in 6 (10%) cases. The Average Micronucleus score/1000 cells and the range of micronucleus score was higher in malignancy as compared to benign conditions.

: Micronuclei can be used as a biomarker on fine needle aspiration cytology smears of breast lesions. An increase in micronuclei is usually seen in malignant conditions as compared to benign tumours. Attention to features of micronuclei can give a clue to the presence of malignancy.
The study of variation of range of motion of knee joint with body mass index in normal, overweight and obese young adults
Authors: Rohatgi Rachna , Bhatnagar Aditi , Gupta Nirupma , Jain Manjari
Published: November 2022

The incidence of overweight and obesity is increasing at a very rapid rate the world over. The increased body mass has a detrimental effect on the kinesiology of human body which hampers the individual’s day to day activities by affecting the movements of various joints. The present study was undertaken with the aim of correlating the motion at knee joints of both sides with the body mass index of the individual.

A total of 235 subjects (108 males and 127 females) were enrolled for the cross-sectional study which was carried out in the Department of Anatomy of Sharda University, Greater Noida.

: Analysis by one way ANOVA showed a progressive decrease in the magnitude of knee joint range of motion with a gradual increase in body mass index in three groups of subjects from normal to obese.

The results obtained from study supports the importance of weight loss in improving the postural balance and activities of daily living in the overweight and obese individuals.
Histopathological evaluation of uterine lesions in women with AUB in Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh
Authors: Jain Rashmi , Ramchandani Lekha , Jatav Jagannath , Jain Ankit
Published: November 2022

: Females over 20 years of age come frequently to gynecological clinics, with the complaint of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB). It has a direct impact on the physical and mental health of females. This research aims to detect the frequency of different uterine causes of AUB and determine the relationship between histopathological lesions associated with AUB and their age groups of presentation.

: Endometrial biopsies / hysterectomy specimens were collected from 235 patients who presented with AUB to Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology SSMC, Rewa, M. P. (India), and HPE was carried out on all biopsies/specimens. Frequency of all findings was recorded and divided into organic and functional causes. Statistical analysis was done between histopathological lesions associated with AUB and their age groups of presentation.

: Majority of cases (40%) belonged to 41-50 years of age. HPE revealed prolife rative pattern of endometrium, which was the most common presentation (24.68%) amongst functional causes, while the most common organic cause was uterine leiomyoma (12.76%). Cases of endometrial polyp and endometrial hyperplasia without atypia were found frequently in women of 41-50 years of age. The frequency of endometrial carcinoma was 1.27%, which commonly affected elderly females.

: We conclude that AUB most commonly affects women in the perimenopausal age group. Histopathological study of uterine lesions aids the early diagnosis of premalignant and malignant lesions and thus saves the patient from having an unnecessary hysterectomy in premalignant lesions.
Ventricular fibrillation – reverted in the settings of acute myocardial infarction and thrombolysis – A case report
Authors: Venkataraman D.D , Jayaraj R , Archana S
Published: November 2022

Ventricular fibrillation (VF) may be coarse or fine rapid, fibrillary movements of the ventricular muscle, Factors that commonly precipitate cardiac arrhythmias include hypoxia, electrolyte disturbance, myocardial ischemia and certain drugs. Symptoms during arrhythmia may be syncope, palpitation, breathlessness and sudden loss of consciousness. Approximately 10% of patients with AMI develop VT that degenerates into VF. This may occur in the settings of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in thrombolytic patients. We present 3 cases of VF during and immediately after thrombolysis, which are reverted to normal with prompt cardioversion.
Effect of Feed Withdrawal and Progut on Broiler Performance, Carcasses Traits and Blood Parameters
Authors: El-Maaty Hayam M  Abo , Sherif Sara Khalil , Foda Lina Sabry
Published: November 2022

This study evaluated the effect of feed withdrawal without/ with feed additive (Progut®) on broiler chickens’ performance, carcass traits and some blood parameters, in a factorial arrangement (4 feed restriction×2 levels of feed additive). Three hundred twenty-one-day-old broiler chicks (Cobb 500) were distributed into 8 treatments with four replicates. In the first week all chicks fed starter basal diet, however during the second week, broiler chicks were exposed to feed restriction by feed withdrawal time (0, 6, 9, 12 hours/day). Broiler chicks exposed to feed withdrawal had low body weight gain and feed consumption at 2 weeks of age. Feed withdrawal had no effect on final weight, body weight change, total feed intake, total feed conversion, economic efficiency, carcass traits and serum blood composition of 42-day-old-broiler chicks. Feed withdrawal and feed additive in broiler diets decreased total microflora counts and E coil and enhanced lacto Bacillus, amylase and chemo trypsin in broiler guts. Feed additive (Progut®) decreased total feed consumption, improved total feed conversion and increased economic efficiency of broilers. Feed additive increased the level of β globulin and decreased the level of α globulin in serum blood of broiler chicks. The obtained results suggested that feed withdrawal during the second week of age had not effect on broiler performance, carcass traits and serum blood characteristics and improved lacto Bacillus, amylase and chemo trypsin. Feed additive (Progut®) in broiler diets improved growth performance and decreased total bacteria counts, E coli and increased lacto bacillus counts in broiler guts.
Composer-Computer-Interpreter. A Three-way Collaborative Process to the Creation of Two New Works for Multipercussion
Authors: Andrikopoulos Dimitris , Aroso Nuno ,   ESMAE/IPP-CESEM, Rua da Alegria 503, 4000-045, Porto, Portugal,   INET, Campus Universitário de Santiago, Universidade de Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal
Published: November 2022

Last decades we see a redefinition in the way of interaction between the performer and the composer, an interaction that led to the discovery of new paths of creative collaboration between parts. This article is a study of this relationship as presented in the works “Solo I” for multipercussion and “Solo for Two”, a duo for two multipercussion sets by Dimitris Andrikopoulos. We address, firstly, the collaborative process between the composer and the interpreters from the early stages of the creation of the works up to the moment of performance and recording of the pieces and how this process and collaborative attitude influenced basic parameters of the composition. Further, we address issues related to the generation of compositional material through algorithmic processes, material that was used in the creation of the pieces, itself a type of collaboration between the composer and the computer inside a Computer Assisted Composition environment.
Analysis of the type of course of arteriovenous malformations of the brain on the basis of the evaluation of the personalized features of angioarchitectonics of venous drainages
Authors: Mamonov N. A. , Rozhchenko L. V. , Goroshchenko S. A. , Samochernykh K. A.
Published: November 2022

Background. Arteriovenous malformations of the brain are a rare congenital vascular pathology. At the moment, the study of the venous component of arteriovenous malformations is a hot topic of many studies. Most authors believe that the angioarchitectural features of the venous link of arteriovenous malformations can have a significant impact on assessing the natural course of the pathology and determining the tactics of treating these patients. Objective. In our work, we conducted a assessment and compared the personalized features of venous drainage of arteriovenous malformations of the brain with the type of clinical course. Design and methods. We analyzed the results of a survey of 61 adult patients with arteriovenous malformations of the brain, observed in the neurosurgical department No. 3 of the RNSI n. a. prof. A. L. Polenov in the period from 2014 to 2021. Gender and age characteristics and neuroimaging data, as well as features of the venous outflow of arteriovenous malformations were analyzed. Groups of patients were composed according to the type of the course of the disease and a personalized analysis was carried out with the characteristics of the venous outflow, as well as their features. The male/female ratio was 1.5/1 (37/24). Patients under 45 years of age prevailed (77.1 %). By types of clinical course: hemorrhagic type — 18 cases (29.5 %); epileptic type — 24 patients (39.3 %); torpid type — 19 patients (31.2 %). Results. A correlation was found between the deep location of the body of the malformation, as well as drainage exclusively into the deep vein system, and the hemorrhagic type of course (p = 0.034), while the male gender and superficial localization of the malformation were more characteristic of the epileptic type (p = 0.01). The torpid flow type did not have significant relationships with the studied features. Conclusion. According to our data, an analysis of the personalized characteristics of venous drainage of cerebral arteriovenous malformations can help in assessing the clinical course, which will improve the treatment outcomes of these patients.
Growth Response and Yield of Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) to Various Amendments in Surface Crusting Alfisol under Different Land Configuration
Authors: Veeramani A. , Leninraja D. , Prema P.
Published: November 2022

Background: In some of Alfisol areas of Tamil Nadu, surface crusting seems to be a major constraint in the districts namely Pudukkottai, Trichy, Thanjavur, Cuddalore and Sivagangai where Alfisols accounts for 4,51,584 ha (4.49% TGA) in which groundnut is cultivated as a major crop. However, amid the above constraint, the area under groundnut is getting declined. Methods: With an aim to overcome the above constraint, a field experiment was conducted at Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Kudumiyanmalai during 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 in surface crusting Alfisol to investigate the response of Groundnut to various amendments under different land configuration. The experiment was laid out in Split plot design. Result: The results of the experiment revealed that among the main plot treatments, the land configuration of raised bed (M1) has influenced the growth attributes such as plant height, LAI, dry matter production, root length, root spread besides yield during 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 and this was closely followed by ridges and furrow system. Under sub plot treatments, there was remarkable increase in all the growth parameters and yield at Bio-char @ 5 t ha-1 (S1) during 2016-2017 and 2017-2018.There was no significant effect between main and sub plots.
Benchmarking the NXP i.MX8M+ neural processing unit: smart parking case study
Authors: Edgar   Chaves-González  , Luis G.  León-Vega
Published: November 2022

Nowadays, deep learning has become one of the most popular solutions for computer vision, and it has also included the Edge. It has influenced the System-on-Chip (SoC) vendors to integrate accelerators for inference tasks into their SoCs, including NVIDIA, NXP, and Texas Instruments embedded systems. This work explores the performance of the NXP i.MX8M Plus Neural Processing Unit (NPU) as one of the solutions for inference tasks. For measuring the performance, we propose an experiment that uses a GStreamer pipeline for inferring license plates, which is composed of two stages: license plate detection and character inference. The benchmark takes execution time and CPU usage samples within the metrics when running the inference serially and parallel. The results show that the key benefit of using the NPU is the CPU freeing for other tasks. After offloading the license plate detection to NPU, we lowered the overall CPU consumption by 10x. The performance obtained has an inference rate of 1 Hz, limited by the character inference.
Using Simulation to Help Health Professions Students Learn to Talk to Clients about Suicide
Authors: Magerman Jürgen , Demedts Dennis , De Smet Stefaan , Fobelets Maaike
Published: November 2022

Background

Because of the high prevalence of suicide, health-care professions students need training in recognition of clients’ suicidal thoughts, assessment of suicide risk, and specific narrative techniques. This study explores health-care professions students’ perceptions of and feedback on a simulation module on suicidal behavior.

Methods

Thematic analysis was conducted on feedback from group interviews with participants.

Results

Students valued the reassuring effect of a best practice video. The sense of reality in the simulation scenarios was highly appreciated. Although being filmed was stressful for some students, reviewing and discussing key moments in the recordings appeared a major advantage. Debriefing was essential to discuss and emotionally discharge the experiences of role players and observers.

Conclusions

Simulation training for caregivers on suicidal behavior can be designed and evaluated on other mental health topics as well.
Estimation de la Biomasse des Arbres et Incertitudes Associées (Revue Bibliographique)
Authors: Quentin Moundounga Mavouroulou , Alfred Ngomanada , Alexis Lepengue Nicaise
Published: November 2022

La mesure des stocks et flux de carbone forestier est absolument essentielle pour comprendre le rôle que jouent les forêts dans le cycle global du carbone et pour mettre en place des politiques efficaces d’atténuation du réchauffement climatique mondial induit par l’augmentation des gaz à effet de serre d’origine anthropique. Cette revue bibliographique vise à présenter l’état actuel des connaissances sur les incertitudes associées à la quantification du carbone forestier, en particulier dans les forêts tropicales. Plusieurs études montrent que les incertitudes sur les stocks et flux de carbone séquestrés dans les forêts tropicales sont extrêmement larges, estimés respectivement 188 et 272 milliards de tonnes de carbone et entre 0.17 et 1.16 milliards de tonnes de gaz carbonique. Ces énormes incertitudes sont sans doute liées aux méthodes utilisées pour quantifier la biomasse des arbres vivants. La revue bibliographique montre en effet que dans la quasi-totalité des études sur le carbone forestier, la biomasse des arbres n’est réellement jamais mesurée sur le terrain, mais plutôt estimés à l’aide des modèles mathématiques ou équations allométriques qui transforment les données d’inventaire forestier en stocks et flux de carbone. L’estimation de carbone comporte en conséquence une incertitude dont l’amplitude pourrait dépendre de : (i) la méthode de collecte des données la biomasse aérienne (ii) la mesure des attributs de taille (diamètre et hauteur) des arbres et traits d’espèces (densité du spécifique du bois, taille de la canopée) lors des inventaires forestiers, (iii) la forme mathématique et qualité d’ajustement des modèles allométriques (erreur propre du modèle) employés, et (iv) possiblement d’une inadéquation entre structure diamétrique des arbres dans les données de calibration des modèles et dans les inventaires forestiers. Toutefois, l’absence d’études ayant mesuré la biomasse totale d’une forêt à une échelle spatiale fixée (exemple 1 ha) ne permet pas actuellement d’évaluer la contribution de chaque source d’erreurs sur l’incertitude totale de l’estimation finale de carbone.
Genetic types of corundum
Authors: Schipcov V , Barnov N.
Published: November 2022

It is pointed out that corundum is the only natural modification with corundum Al and O packing motif, which determines the physical and chemical features of noble corundum. Based on the authors' ideas about the genesis of noble corundum with the application of original analytical data, which clarify the consolidated literature data, corundums of the magmatic, metamorphic and detrital series are defined. A scheme of the location of the main deposits of noble corundums of the world is given. It is stated that all properties of noble corundums are determined by their primary indigenous origin. The general condition of corundum formation is protocrystallization from melts in deep magmatic centers under the condition of subsequent rapid solidification of the main mass of the melt. The presented research methods allow determining characteristics and a wide range of application of corundums. Precambrian corundum deposits are of the prevailing genetic type.
Construindo sombras com “ideologia de gênero”
Authors: Montargil Gilmar da Silva , Remenche Maria de Lourdes Rossi
Published: November 2022

O termo ideologia de gênero foi recorrentemente empregado em embates políticos no Brasil e o sentido dessa expressão variou ao longo dos anos. Considerando esses deslizamentos de sentido, este artigo objetiva analisar as estratégias discursivas de comunicação política que mobilizaram o termo ideologia de gênero em postagens no Twitter. Para tanto, foi recortado um corpus com 205 posts da intitulada Nova Direita, entre 2014 e 2019, por meio da plataforma Twitter Advanced Search. A análise, de caráter quantitativo com interpretação qualitativa, fundamenta-se nos estudos do discurso de linha francesa de Michel Pêcheux a partir de conceitos como interdiscurso, formação discursiva, posição de sujeito e efeito de sentido. Ao verificar a evolução diacrônica na maneira como “ideologia de gênero” foi alocada no discurso político, notou-se que deslizar o sentido do termo foi uma estratégia comunicativa instrumentalizada, ano após ano, a fim de buscar a polarização política através da consolidação de dois campos interdiscursivos: um que insere a “ideologia de gênero” em oposição às “lutas” da nova direita, como a “defesa da família” e o “combate” ao comunismo, e outra, que insere a “ideologia de gênero” subordinada e pertencente à esquerda, ao comunismo, à corrupção, à universidade.
prosa analítica sobre o Bolsonarismo
Authors: Schargel Sergio
Published: November 2022

Entre o crescente número de opções na literatura sobre o Bolsonarismo, uma se destaca: Guerra cultural e retórica do ódio, de João Cezar de Castro Rocha. Esta resenha discute o seu livro, destacando a complexidade de sua construção sobre o fenômeno, beirando o literário. Partindo da hipótese principal de Rocha, que assume que o Bolsonarismo transcende e antecede a figura de Jair Bolsonaro, se discute também seu método de etnografia textual e os elementos do que chama de um Brasil pós-político.
Governo de si e do outro no canal Põe na Roda do YouTube
Authors: Azevedo Marcos Paulo de , Silva Francisco Vieira da
Published: November 2022

O presente artigo tem como objetivo descrever os mecanismos discursivos que apontam para o exercício de uma política da vida e de governamentalidade no canal Põe na Roda, disponível no YouTube. Trata-se de um canal que aborda, de maneira bem-humorada, diversos assuntos relacionados aos sujeitos gays. Esta pesquisa vincula-se aos estudos discursivos foucaultianos, com ênfase no entendimento acerca da produção de subjetividades no contexto das audiovisualidades. Enquanto tal, adota como metodologia um viés descritivo-interpretativo, a partir de uma abordagem qualitativa. Além disso, baseia-se no método arqueogenealógico foucaultiano, que prima por uma análise histórico-cultural do Discurso e dos processos de subjetivação. Para compor o corpus deste artigo, selecionamos um vídeo disponível no canal, o qual aborda as práticas de governo sobre o relacionamento de um casal. A análise da materialidade discursiva apontou para a adoção, pelo canal, de mecanismos discursivos a partir dos quais exerce uma política da vida e de governamentalidade sobre os internautas que acompanham os vídeos. Tais mecanismos manifestam-se por meio das práticas de dizer-a-verdade, de construção de um saber sobre os sujeitos gays que participam do quadro; seja por meio das práticas de confissão, sejam pelas formas de condução de si e do outro.
performances do cotidiano, da memória e de gênero no documentário Kátia
Authors: Silva Gustavo Souza da , Alves-Silva Jamilson José
Published: November 2022

Kátia é um documentário sobre Kátia Tapety, a primeira travesti eleita a um cargo político no Brasil. Foi vereadora por três vezes e vice-prefeita (2004-2008), uma situação excepcional no país que mais mata pessoas trans e travestis no mundo. Com o objetivo de perceber como o filme constrói a história de vida de Kátia, partimos da hipótese de que as performances do cotidiano, de gênero e da memória constituem o alicerce por meio do qual é possível acessá-la como personagem. Para isso, a análise se concentra nos componentes fílmicos imanentes que permitem a identificação dessas instâncias, com o suporte teórico relacionado aos estudos de performance. Pelos elementos narrativos fornecidos pelo filme, o texto lança luz à subjetividade da protagonista e revela que as memórias individuais podem apresentar um caráter mais coletivo. Esse movimento permite ao filme ultrapassar imaginários cristalizados e redutores a respeito de questões referentes à orientação sexual e à identidade de gênero que ainda circulam insistentemente em nossa sociedade.
The relationship between lower-limb body composition with isokinetic performance in futsal players: Body composition and performance in futsal players
Authors: Machado Carlos L. F. , Nakamura Fábio Y. , Brusco Clarissa M. , Andrade Marcos X. , Carlet Rodrigo , Voser Rogério C. , Pinto Ronei S.
Published: November 2022

BACKGROUND: Optimal neuromuscular performance is essential for futsal athletes and it has been linked to body composition.
AIM: The present study aimed to verify the relationship between absolute (total amount; kg) and relative (percentage; %) lower-limb and thigh lean and fat mass with isometric and dynamic maximal strength in professional futsal players.
METHOD: Sixteen male elite futsal athletes participated in this study. Unilateral lower-limb and thigh lean and fat mass were evaluated using DXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) and strength performance using unilateral isokinetic concentric-eccentric knee extension (KE) and flexion (KF) peak torque (PT), KE and KF isometric PT at 30° and 70°, and hamstrings-to-quadriceps ratios (H:Q).
RESULTS: Unilateral lower-limb lean mass amount showed a significant positive correlation with concentric and isometric KE PT (60°/s: r=0.58; 30°: r=0.55; 70°: r=0.65), and with concentric (60°/s: r=0.61), eccentric (60°/s: r=0.67) and isometric (30°:r=0.79; 70°: r=0.70) KF PT. No significant relationship between lower-limb lean and fat mass percentage with isokinetic performance was verified. Thigh lean mass amount had a significant positive correlation with concentric and isometric KE PT (60°/s:r=0.52; 30°: r=0.51; 70°: r=0.84) and also with concentric (60°/s: r=0.75) and eccentric KF PT (60°/s:r=0.54), while thigh fat mass amount was only associated with eccentric KF PT (r=0.54). No significant correlation between lower-limb and thigh body composition with H:Q ratios was observed.
CONCLUSION: In conclusion, contrary to the relative (%) values, absolute (kg) lower-limb and thigh fat and lean mass present a significant correlation with dynamic and isometric KE and KF performance in futsal players.
Reward dan Punishment dalam Al-Qur’an
Authors: Sepiyah Sepiyah
Published: November 2022

Salah satu metode pendidikan yang diterapkan dalam pendidikan Islam adalah pemberian sanksi dan hadiah kepada peserta didik, atau yang lebih dikenal dengan metode reward dan punishment.Tulisan ini mencoba memaparkan konsep reward dan punishment dalam al-Qur’an. Intisari dari metode tersebut  adalah memberikan efek jera kepada peserta didik dan meningkatkan motivasi belajar bagi peserta didik. Maka, dengan demikian apabila konsep yang telah diajarkan dalam al-Qur’an diikuti dengan baik dapat dikatakan akan mengahasilkan peserta didik yang baik pula.
The Role of Islamic Education Teachers in Instilling the Value of Religious Moderatio Amid the Polemic of Islamophobia
Authors: Atqia Wirani , Abdullah Muhammad Syaiful Riky
Published: November 2022

This study aims to find and confirm the role of Islamic Religious Education teachers in instilling the value of religious moderation as an effort to prevent radicalism. With this form of radicalism having a bad effect on citizens and society, this fear has resulted in the emergence of a new perception, namely "Islamophobia". Public fear of Islam, such as acts of radicalism, terrorism, and other things in the name of Islam. so that it is illustrated in the minds of the people that Islam is the culprit for all of these things. This research method uses a qualitative method. Data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and literature study. The results of the study reveal that Islamic religious education teachers in Batang District instill the values ??of religious moderation through learning. Seen in the Learning Development Plan, the teaching materials used, and the learning process. As teachers of Islamic Religious Education, they play an important role in instilling the values ??of religious moderation from an early age starting from the family and school environment.