bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Relationships between Moral Foundations, Social Beliefs and Attitudes towards Economic Inequality among Russian Youth: A Case Study of Altai Krai
Authors: Sychev Oleg A. , Protasova Irina N.
Published: January 2021

This article presents the results of an empirical study on the relationships between moral foundations, social beliefs and attitudes towards economic inequality among young people. The topic of attitudes towards economic inequality has primarily been considered by sociologists and economists in the context of group differences, while its psychological factors and correlations have remained understudied. Different negative consequences of economic inequality can be mediated by such psychological mechanisms as subjective perception of existing inequality or personal attitudes towards it, which indicate the significance of this problem. In our study, we put forward a hypothesis that attitudes towards economic inequality among young people are related to moral foundations and social beliefs. To test this hypothesis, a study was conducted with a sample of 215 students (21% of the sample were male). The subjects completed The Scales of Dangerous World Beliefs and Jungle World Beliefs by J. Duckitt, The Moral Foundations Questionnaire by J. Graham and colleagues, and The Scale of Beliefs about Inequality by J. Kluegel and E. Smith. One of the objectives of this study was the development of a Russian version of the questionnaire by J. Kluegel and E. Smith, which full version is given in the appendix of the article. The correlations revealed that attitudes towards inequality are related to moral foundations (fairness, purity, and loyalty) and beliefs in a jungle world. Additionally, structural equation modeling has shown that approval of equality and inequality is most closely related to family welfare. Furthermore, this study found that the relationship between attitudes towards inequality and individualizing moral foundations is mediated by beliefs in a jungle world. Thus, sense of fairness and the value of caring for the weak and defenseless is opposed to beliefs in a jungle world and approval of inequality.
Book Review of Lambert, L., & Pasha-Ziadi, N. (Eds.). (2019). Positive Psychology in the Middle East/North Africa: Research, Policy, and Practice. Cham, Switzerland: Springer
Authors: Rich Grant J.
Published: January 2021

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United Nations Psychology Day 2020 focused on Multilateralism
Authors: Sandanapitchai Priyadharshany , Takooshian Harold
Published: January 2021

As the United Nations marks its 75th anniversary in 2020, psychologists are increasingly involved in the work of the UN since 1945. This reached new heights on May 27, 2020, as the 13th annual Psychology Day at the United Nations drew a record attendance of 1,271 participants from 104 nations, to hear four international psychologists describe different aspects of their work on “multilateralism.” This report offers a summary of the Day, including its four messages by Drs. Fathali Moghaddam, Susan Michie, Michele Gelfand, and Sarah Lyons-Padilla.
Mutual Effect of NAT2 rs1799930 (590G>A) Polymorphism and Alcohol Abuse on Risk of Acute Pancreatitis
Authors: Samgina T. A.
Published: January 2021

Aim. Estimation of the contribution of rs1799930 (590G>A) polymorphism of gene NAT2 to the development of acute alcoholic pancreatitis.Materials and methods. DNA samples were obtained from 547 unrelated patients with acute alcoholic pancreatitis and 573 unrelated individuals without gastrointestinal diseases. A survey selected individuals with the alcohol consumption of >200 g/week pure ethanol two times a week or more during 10 or more years. Genotyping was performed with PCR using TaqMan allelic discrimination assays.Results. No association was observed between the NAT2 allelic rs1799930 (590G>A) polymorphism, risk of acute alcoholic pancreatitis, duration and rate of alcohol consumption. The 590G>A variant of rs1799930 in gene NAT2 correlated with an increased risk of acute alcoholic pancreatitis (odds ratio 2.16; 95% conﬁdence interval 1.13–4.12) under alcohol consumption >200 g/week pure ethanol.Conclusion. The rs1799930 G/A polymorphism of gene NAT2 increases the risk of acute pancreatitis under alcohol consumption >200 g/week pure ethanol.
Hepatic Microhaemocirculation Dynamics in Experimental Extrahepatic Cholestasis
Authors: Akhmedov K. Kh. , Ergashev M. A. , Meliboboyev A. N. , Boltayev E. H.
Published: January 2021

Aim. Investigation of hepatic microhaemocirculation eﬀects in experimental extrahepatic cholestasis.Materials and Methods. Experiments were carried out with a mixed group of 48 white mongrel male rats. Extrahepatic cholestasis was modelled in rats with via the ligation of common bile duct.Results. Animals with ligated common bile duct showed abnormalities in peripheral hepatic circulation manifested by a complex of intravascular, vascular and paravascular changes, hepatic angioarchitectonics disturbance, a marked growth of parenchymal dystrophic lesions in the form of post-haemorrhagic foci. The disturbance was pronounced towards a virtual degradation of hepatic parenchyma and the growth of “numb” zones with ceased circulation.Conclusion. The trials revealed microcirculatory changes in the liver associated with rheological disturbance of blood and, subsequently, the toxic impact of failed metabolism.
“Gastrointestinal Microbiota in Children and Adults. Viruses and Bacteria”, an online conference of Scientiﬁc Society for the Study of Human Microbiome 14.11.2020
Authors: Ulyanin A. I.
Published: January 2021

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BASE NACIONAL COMUM CURRICULAR E (SEMI) FORMAÇÃO
Authors: Manfré Ademir Henrique
Published: January 2021

Este artigo trata do tema (semi) formação, Base Nacional Comum Curricular e escolarização. É resultado de reflexões e problematizações oriundas da disciplina de Currículo e Escola por mim ministrada junto aos cursos de Licenciatura de uma Universidade do Estado de São Paulo. Tem como objetivo geral refletir criticamente sobre as influências que a BNCC traz às políticas de formação docente na atualidade. Além do suporte bibliográfico educacional específico, o artigo ampara-se nas discussões teóricas desenvolvidas por Theodor Adorno em seus textos filosófico-educacionais discorrendo sobre o conceito de (semi) formação e educação. A análise proposta conclui que a BNCC poderá transformar a estrutura curricular brasileira não pelo caminho da formação cultural (Bildung), mas pelos interesses mercadológicos baseados em aspectos como competitividade, produtividade e empreendedorismo, reduzindo as possibilidades de crítica. Assim, a crítica adorniana à sociedade performática emerge como um referencial teórico que contempla a possibilidade de desenvolver em bases diferentes a análise do processo social em que se insere a educação escolar e seus vínculos com a Semiformação.
UMA AULA DE HISTÓRIA NÃO NARCÍSICA
Authors: Pereira Nilton Mullet , Torelly Gabriel
Published: January 2021

Trata-se de um ensaio teórico sobre a aula de História. A partir da disposição inicial de hesitar diante das práticas narrativas modernas, eurocêntricas e, notadamente, narcísicas, o artigo propõe tecer um caminho de desvio. O que requer problematizar a universalidade do regime moderno de historicidade, para, desde uma posição perspectivista, em diálogo com Nietzsche, Viveiros de Castro e Deleuze, pensar uma Aula Tentacular, não narcísica. Nessa aula, cujo conceito é pensado e dramatizado no artigo, questiona-se a limitação do sentido à identidade entre matéria e imaginação, ligando o trabalho do sentido ao impensado. Depreende-se que as ações mais importantes para uma aula não narcísica consistem em hesitar e “estar à espreita” em relação aos modos como acionamos espelhos perceptivos e como tornamos o passado narrativa. O objetivo de criar condições para uma aula não narcísica também parte do diálogo com Bergson, supondo ser possível experimentar “um pouco de tempo em estado puro”, insistindo no caráter sempre contingente do tempo bloqueado sob a forma lógica de cenários possíveis. O resultado é uma aula de História por onde escorrem o ilimitado do sentido, a multiplicidade da matéria e a pluralidade das temporalidades de povos, culturas ou modos de vida.
NARRATIVAS DE EXPERIÊNCIAS EDUCACIONAIS DE UM GRUPO DE MIGRANTES
Authors: Monteiro Filomena Maria Arruda , Caetano Carlos Alberto
Published: January 2021

Este artigo é recorte de uma pesquisa maior, tendo como temática central a diversidade. Tratamos aqui de algumas experiências de educação escolar vivenciada por um grupo de migrantes, focando as problemáticas postas na constituição dos atendimentos pelas políticas públicas. Para a realização do estudo adotamos a pesquisa narrativa, trazendo fragmentos de relatos narrativos de estudantes migrantes haitianos que frequentavam três escolas estaduais em Cuiabá-MT. Os significados evidenciados nos relatos indicam necessidades de institucionalização de projetos e de reorientações curriculares voltadas aos interesses dos coletivos de indivíduos que se encontram em condições de desigualdade e exclusão social Concluimos este estudo sugerindo o desafio de mergulharmos em histórias e narrativas que nos ajudem a interferir de maneira positiva nestes percalços que os povos migrantes vêm enfrentando.
RELAÇÕES ENTRE CURRÍCULO E CONHECIMENTO PARA CURRÍCULO E CULTURA
Authors: Shimazaki Elsa Midori , Fellini Dineia Ghizzo Neto
Published: January 2021

Trata-se da análise do texto Indagações sobre o currículo: Currículo, Conhecimento e Cultura, que é um dos cinco cadernos organizados pelo Ministério da Educação (MEC) em 2007. O documento de autoria de Antônio Flávio Moreira e Vera Candau, tem como objetivo, assim como os demais cadernos, criar debates, questionamentos e reflexões nos sistemas de ensino, a respeito da concepção de currículo e seus desdobramentos. No documento analisado, os autores observam que a preocupação com a questão curricular se deslocou das relações entre currículo e conhecimento para currículo e cultura. Observa-se que essa preocupação se materializou após 1990, onde passou a ser pauta de discussão em várias conferências desenvolvidas pelos organismos internacionais, entre eles, o Banco Mundial, o que nos instiga a questionar: A que se propõe essa preocupação com o currículo educacional e que concepção de conhecimento, cultura e currículo estão sendo defendidos nesse viés de formação? Para responder a estas inquietações, utilizamos a Pedagogia Histórico-Crítica como aporte para as análises a respeito das concepções sobre currículo, conhecimento e cultura apontados no texto base. Salientamos que nossa defesa está pautada na capacidade do homem de aprender a sentir, pensar, avaliar e agir, não simplesmente em se adaptar ao sistema vigente, argumentos observados nas entrelinhas desses documentos orientadores.
FISSURAS CURRICULARES NA PROFISSÃO DOCENTE
Authors: Rios Jane Adriana Vasconcelos , Menezes Graziela Ninck Dias
Published: January 2021

Este artigo visa discutir fissuras curriculares produzidas por professores/as da Educação Básica na relação com a diversidade. A partir de uma perspectiva epistemopolítica que se inclina à escuta das experiências desperdiçadas dos/as docentes (SANTOS, 2011), buscamos analisar o campo de disputa curricular construído a partir de narrativas de experiências pedagógicas. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, de abordagem narrativa, desenvolvida com docentes da Educação Profissional Técnica de dois campi do Instituto Federal da Bahia. O estudo foi desenvolvido a partir de análise colaborativas de cartas pedagógicas escritas, reescritas, lidas, comentadas e editadas pedagogicamente entre os/as docentes envolvidos/as. O resultado aponta para fissuras curriculares que são traduzidas em um campo de disputa de existencialidades que vão reposicionando os/as professores/as na autoria de uma outra política de conhecimento. Entre as fissuras apresentadas, os/as professores/as apontam o conflito cultural e o protagonismo estudantil como mobilizadores de rupturas nas práticas curriculares coloniais. Além disso, destacaram a política de conhecimento instaurada na produção de autorias docentes, que reposicionaram a geopolítica dos saberes produzidos no/com o cotidiano da profissão docente, como uma possibilidade de deslocar o currículo para uma perspectiva insurgente.
CURRÍCULO, SEXUALIDADE E AÇÃO DOCENTE
Authors: Silva Leonardo Agostinho da , Oliveira Meyre-Ester Barbosa de
Published: January 2021

Os estudos de gênero e sexualidade desde sempre se constituíram como uma questão polêmica, dividindo opiniões quanto a sua discussão no contexto escolar. Em geral as abordagens atinentes à sexualidade e gênero que perpassam o currículo escolar são instituídas a partir de conceitos ligados ao padrão da heteronormatividade. O objetivo dessa pesquisa consistiu em analisar a produção acadêmica sobre currículo, diversidade sexual e ação docente no contexto escolar e os sentidos construídos nesse movimento de construção de saberes. Para tanto, foi realizada um estado da arte a partir da análise de dissertações e teses, publicadas entre os anos de 2009 e 2019. Os achados apontaram para uma discussão ainda operada pelo viés biologizante, com enfoque na reprodução humana, tomando como argumento para explicar as posturas em relação ao assunto. A partir do levantamento bibliográfico, percebeu-se que ainda é escassa a discussão sobre currículo/políticas de currículo que abordem a temática de forma mais aprofundada, em termos de compreensões político-filosóficas, por vezes se apresentando de forma muito pontual e superficial. Em face do exposto considera-se que é necessário ampliar o debate na possibilidade de contribuir para que a escola possa pensar estratégias para lidar com essa questão, transformando-se em um espaço reconhecedor das diferenças.
CAMINHO CON(DI)VERGENTE PARA EDUCAÇÃO DAS RELAÇÕES ÉTNICO-RACIAIS NAS LICENCIATURAS DO CAMPUS JK DA UFVJM
Authors: Jesus Marcelo Siqueira , Aguiar Alan Silva
Published: January 2021

O presente trabalho é fruto de pesquisa que objetivou conhecer a realidade da implementação de conteúdos sobre história e cultura de África e dos afrobrasileiros, nos Projetos Pedagógicos de Curso, das Licenciaturas presenciais, do Campus JK, da Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri, nos seguintes cursos: Ciências Biológicas, Educação Física, Geografia, História, Letras, Pedagogia e Química. Verificamos nas matrizes curriculares dos cursos sinalizados, dentre eles, quais possuem conteúdos e disciplinas que dialogam com temas relacionados a Educação para Relações Étnico-Raciais, sobretudo, que visam atender as deliberações da Resolução CNE/CP n°. 02/2015? Sobremaneira, essa pesquisa social, de caráter qualitativo, do tipo documental, analisou e coletou dados nos Projetos Pedagógicos de Cursos (PPCs). Buscamos acessar os referidos documentos através do site da UFVJM e de páginas da web, dos respectivos cursos analisados. Após a análise de dados, consideramos que os cursos de graduação presenciais das Licenciaturas, no Campus JK, da UFVJM, atendem parcialmente as deliberações da Resolução CNE/CP nº 02/2015, além das legislações antirracistas: Lei Federal nº. 10.639/03 e da Lei Federal n°. 11.645/08. Consideramos que há um longo caminho para implementar efetivamente uma educação antirracista no currículo dos cursos de formação dos futuros profissionais da educação básica, egressos desta instituição de ensino público superior, inserida na região do Vale do Jequitinhonha, Estado de Minas Gerais.
CALEIDOSCÓPIO DO SER E DOS TEMPOS NO CURRÍCULO
Authors: Gusmão Luka de Carvalho , Jesus Alan Willian de , Marques Luciana
Published: January 2021

Procuramos evidenciar as concepções de ser e tempo vinculadas às ideias de mesmidade e mecânica e como estas engendraram lógicas e processos sociais de negação das diferenças, isto é, de negação da legitimidade dos Outros em suas múltiplas possibilidades de existência e a construção de um currículo que reforça a ilusão de normalidade num tempo matematizado ou mesmo que hospeda as diferenças em sua marcação, instituindo um binômio identidade-diferença. Outrossim, as concepções de ser e tempo na perspectiva das durações e das possibilidades constituem o ensejo de pensar a comunhão com as diferenças, impulsionando vivenciar o currículo nas diferenças puras, onde a relação normalidade versus anormalidade é tensionada continuamente, permitindo o encontro consigo mesmo e com os Outros como são. Assim, intentamos nos perguntar como cada um de nós habita a escola e como a escola nos habita. Como cada um pensa e vive a relação normalidade versus anormalidade. Como, experienciando a escola, podemos entender na sua temporalidade as relações com as diferenças dentro de uma compreensão que nós produzimos continuamente nos seus artefatos curriculares, a fim de produzirmos tantos outros, inventando sempre diferentes formas de encontro conosco mesmo e com o Outro.
Unicuspid aortic valve and infective endocarditis
Authors: Vilardell Pau , Moral Sergio , Morales Manel , Ballesteros Esther , Brugada Ramon
Published: January 2021

Abstract Unicuspid aortic valve (UAV) is a rare congenital malformation,
related to an aggressive evolution of valve function. Its diagnosis
represents an important cardiac imaging challenge, since it is often
difficult to differentiate between other anomalies like bicuspid aortic
valve. Recently, bicuspid aortic valve has been associated with IE,
especially when aortic valve function shows significant stenosis,
however, the relationship between IE and UAV is unclear. The anatomical
characteristics of UAV could predispose to IE. This report describes a
young patient affected by infective endocarditis (IE) with UAV and the
case reviews the echocardiographic criteria used to improve its
management.
Whole-genome resequencing confirms reproductive isolation between sympatric demes of brown trout (Salmo trutta) detected with allozymes
Authors: Saha Atal , Andersson Anastasia , Kurland Sara , Keehnen Naomi , Kutschera Verena Esther , Ekman Diana , Karlsson Sten , Kardos Marty , Hössjer Ola , Ståhl Gunnar , Allendorf Fred , Ryman Nils , Laikre Linda
Published: January 2021

The sympatric existence of genetically distinct populations of the same
species remains a puzzle in ecology. Coexisting salmonid fish
populations are known from over 100 freshwater lakes. Most studies of
sympatric populations have used limited numbers of genetic markers
making it unclear if genetic divergence involves only certain parts of
the genome. We return to the first reported case of salmonid sympatry,
initially detected through contrasting homozygosity at a single allozyme
locus (lactate dehydrogenase, LDH-A1) in brown trout in the small Lakes
Bunnersjöarna, central Sweden. We use DNA from samples collected in the
1970s and a 96 SNP fluidigm array to verify the existence of the
coexisting demes. We then apply whole-genome resequencing of pooled DNA
to explore genome-wide diversity within and between these demes; strong
genetic divergence is observed with genome-wide FST=0.13. Nucleotide
diversity is estimated to 0.0013 in Deme I but only 0.0005 in Deme II.
Individual whole-genome resequencing of two individuals per deme
suggests considerably higher inbreeding in Deme II vs. Deme I. Comparing
with similar data from other lakes we find that the genome-wide
divergence between the demes is similar to that between reproductively
isolated populations. We located two genes for LDH-A and found
divergence between the demes in a regulatory section of one of the
genes, but we could not find a perfect fit between allozyme and sequence
data. Our data demonstrate genome-wide divergence governed by genetic
drift and diversifying selection, confirming reproductive isolation
between the sympatric demes.
Bee health: Determining the causes affecting honeybees’ productivity (Apis mellifera)
Authors: Olave Verónica Olate , Verde Mayda , Vallejos Leslie , Perez-Raymonda Leonel , Cortese María , Doorn Marnix
Published: January 2021

1. Insects are responsible for the quantity and quality of one-third of
all agricultural production worldwide through pollination. The quality
of the pollination service and the safety of the honey production
depends on the health and nutritional condition of the hives, which, for
an important part is related to management practices. 2. This study aims
to identify the stressors that lead to the loss of bee health and its
consequences for the productivity of the hives. Different aspects
related to management practices, productivity, clinical observations
related to diseases, presence of health issues in the hives or in the
apiaries, to the structure of the hives, weather and infestation rates
by Varroa sp. mites were measured. The information was collected
during two field surveys in 53 apiaries in the Province of Santa Fe,
Argentina. 3. The results show correlations among many of the management
practices, health condition and productivity of the hive, with most
importantly the change of the bee queen, the disinfection of the
beekeeping material and the number of combs in the brood chamber. 4.
Although honey production is important in the region, the hive structure
was deficient and inadequate during both surveys. Due to its dependence
on management by the beekeeper, this suggests that a holistic approach
can improve the hive structure, increasing the honey production.
Bronchodilator Responsiveness in Cystic Fibrosis Children Treated for Pulmonary Exacerbations
Authors: Pollak Mordechai , Shaw Michelle , Wilson David , Solomon Melinda , Ratjen Felix , Grasemann Hartmut
Published: January 2021

Background: Cystic fibrosis (CF) pulmonary exacerbations (PEx) are
associated with significant drop in pulmonary function. The clinical
value of measuring bronchodilator (BD) responsiveness during treatment
for PEx to monitor or predict recovery of lung function is unclear.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of spirometry with BD response testing
obtained during hospital admissions for PEx in pediatric CF patients.
Repeated events were included for patients with BD testing during
multiple admissions. Results: 249 spirometries with BD testing in 102
patients were completed around day 7 (day 4-10) of hospital admission
for treatment of CF PEx. Median (IQR) forced expiratory volume in one
second (FEV1) was 70.6% predicted (58.1, 84.6) prior to the PEx event
(best FEV1 in 6 months prior to admission), 54.4% (41.5, 66.9) at
admission, 62.3% (48.4, 74.7) around day 7 of admission and 67.1%
predicted (53.8, 78.2) at end of treatment. BD response around day 7
correlated poorly with FEV1 prior to PEx (r=-0.16, p=0.02), and did not
correlate with recovery to baseline FEV1 at end of treatment (r=0.08,
p=0.22). Only 23/249 (9%) patients had a BD response of ≥12 % and 200
ml. BD response was not related to age or severity of lung disease and
led to an immediate change in clinical management in only 4 cases.
CONCLUSIONS: BD response in CF patients treated for PEx is poorly
correlated with baseline pulmonary function and does not correlate with
recovery of FEV1 with treatment. These data suggest that routine testing
for BD response is not indicated during PEx.
ABDOMINAL PREGNANCY -- A RARE AND CHALLENGING DIAGNOSIS
Authors: Sadlecki Pawel , Grabiec Marek , Walentowicz-Sadlecka Malgorzata
Published: January 2021

Abdominal pregnancy is a very rare, life-threatening form of ectopic
pregnancy, in which implantation occurs within the peritoneal cavity.
The advantages of a laparoscopic approach over a laparotomy in this
setting include a reduced estimated blood loss, a shorter operating
time, reduced analgesic requirements, shorter hospital stay and
convalescence.
A new approach for constructing mock-Chebyshev grids
Authors: IBRAHIMOGLU Ali
Published: January 2021

Polynomial interpolation with equidistant nodes is notoriously
unreliable due to the Runge phenomenon, and is also numerically
ill-conditioned. By taking advantage of the optimality of the
interpolation processes on Chebyshev nodes, one of the best strategies
to defeat the Runge phenomenon is to use the mock-Chebyshev points,
which are selected from a satisfactory uniform grid, for polynomial
interpolation. Yet, little literature exists on the computation of these
points. In this study, we investigate the properties of the
mock-Chebyshev nodes and propose a subsetting method for constructing
mock-Chebyshev grids. Moreover, we provide a precise formula for the
cardinality of a satisfactory uniform grid. Some numerical experiments
using the points obtained by the method are given to show the
effectiveness of the proposed method and numerical results are also
provided.
A new technique that prevents paravalvular leakage after aortic valve replacement using a rapid deployment valve system
Authors: Yamamoto Taira , Endo Daisuke , Yamaoka Hironobu , Matsushita Satoshi , Kajimoto Kan , Asai Tohru , Amano Atsushi
Published: January 2021

Background and aim of the study: We report our one-year single-center
experience of a new technique of aortic valve replacement using a
rapid-deployment valve (RD-AVR) to avoid postoperative complications. We
also report the unexpected pitfalls and handling techniques that we have
seen in past cases. Methods: We performed aortic valve replacement on 38
patients between May 2019 and April 2020. Their mean age was 74 years.
The primary outcomes were in-hospital mortality and short-term results
during a one-year follow-up period, while the secondary outcomes were
related to prosthetic valve function, especially paravalvular leakage
(PVL). We further analyzed the relationship between the new technique
and its outcomes. Results: The mean operative time was 196 min. There
were no in-hospital deaths, and the mean duration of postoperative
hospital stay was 11.8 days. Valvular measurements using 3-dimensional
computed tomography (3D-CT) were larger and more accurate than those
measured using ultrasonic echocardiography Postoperative RD-AVR
prosthetic valve function was excellent. However, PVL occurred in 4
cases one week and one year postoperatively and regurgitation did not
improve. A gap associated with PVL was identified below the
right-noncoronary commissure. To prevent PVL, we additionally stitched
this gap in the later 18 cases; there was no case of PVL and no new
pacemaker implantation in these cases. Conclusions: PVL is more likely
to occur if there is a gap below the R-N commissure, especially in cases
with a large annulus; therefore, applying an additional stitch to the
R-N commissure is extremely useful.
Anomalous origin of pulmonary artery branch from aorta ascendens- Outcome of patients who underwent direct re-implantation
Authors: Raja Javid , Menon Sabarinath , Gopalakishnan Arun , P.R Suneel , Dharan Baiju
Published: January 2021

Background: Anomalous origin of pulmonary artery branch from ascending
aorta(AOPA) in the presence of two separate semilunar valves is a rare
but important entity necessitating early diagnosis and surgery to
prevent development of irreversible pulmonary vascular disease. We
evaluated our experience with the technique and outcome of eleven
patients with this condition. Methods: Between January 2000 and December
2018, eleven patients were diagnosed with AOPA. Echocardiographic data
were collected from the records, regarding the site of origin of the
anomalous pulmonary artery, additional defects, biventricular function
and pulmonary artery pressures. Intraoperative charts were reviewed for
the details of the surgical procedure and cardiopulmonary bypass.
Postoperative data included survival, ventilatory support and duration
of hospital stay. After discharge, children were reviewed at 1 month, 3
months, 6 months and then at yearly intervals. Results: Of the eleven
patients, male to female ratio was 4:7 with a median age of six
months(15 days - 28 years) and median weight of 5.7 kg(1.8 kg - 40 kg).
Nine patients underwent direct re-implantation of anomalous pulmonary
artery branch to main pulmonary artery. The survival rate was 91% in
our series. On follow-up, no re-operations or re-interventions were
required and all patients who underwent surgical correction were in
stable clinical condition. Conclusion: Early and midterm outcomes of
children who underwent surgery for AOPA is good. Early direct
re-implantation of the anomalous branch PA to main pulmonary artery is
the optimal surgical strategy for these patients
Thrombosis of Isolated Ductus Arteriosus Aneurysm In A Newborn
Authors: Dogan Vehbi , Aksoy Ömer , Sayıcı İlker , Citli Rümeysa
Published: January 2021

Congenital aneurysm of the ductus arteriosus is reported in 0.8% in
neonatal autopsies, however true incidence is unknown because of high
rate of asymptomatic cases and spontaneous regression. Possible
complications in symptomatic cases are; thromboembolism, spontaneous
rupture, erosion, infection, compression of airways and death. In this
report we present a newborn with giant DAA diagnosed in first day of
life, surgically treated after thrombosis of aneurysm.
Tuberculosis Control Measures in Urban India: Strengthening Delivery of Comprehensive Primary Health Services
Authors: Gopinath Ranjani , Bhatia Rajesh , Khetrapal Sonalini , Ra Sungsup , Babu Giridhara R.
Published: January 2021

Approximately 2.69 million tuberculosis (TB) cases—about a quarter of the global cases—were reported in India on The Global TB Report 2019. There are nearly half a million “missing” cases every year, either undiagnosed, unaccountable, or inadequately diagnosed and treated. This paper analyzes the magnitude of TB transmission and the quality of interventions in urban areas and migrant populations in India. It identifies key factors and areas that need to be further strengthened for the country to achieve its goal of eliminating TB by 2025. The study is aligned with the government’s objective to strengthen the provision of comprehensive primary health care services for the urban poor as part of India’s National Strategic Plan, 2017–2025.
Crystalline WO3 nanoparticles for No2 sensing
Authors: Matovic Branko , Lukovic Jelena , Zagorac Dejan , Ivanova Olga , Baranchikov Alexander , Shekunova Taisiya , Yorov Khursand , Gajtko Olga , Yang Lili , Rumyantseva Marina , Ivanov Vladimir
Published: January 2021

This study shows excellent NO2-sensing properties of tungsten oxide
nanoparticles, prepared using a facile procedure which includes dissolution
of metallic tungsten in hydrogen peroxide with subsequent low-temperature
(400 ?C) heating. We also conducted a thorough literature survey on sensor
properties of tungsten oxide prepared by various means and found that the
sensor response towards NO2 registered in this work achieved the highest
level. The most intriguing feature of the material obtained was a highly
reproducible sensor signal at room temperature which was more than 100 times
higher than any reported previously for WO3. The probable reason for such
high sensor response was the presence of two WO3 polymorphs (-WO3 and h-WO3)
in the material synthesized using a peroxide-assisted route. In order to
further investigate synthesizedWO3 materials, sophisticated experimental
(XRD, SEM, TEM, BET) and theoretical (B3LYP, HSE) methods have been used, as
well as resistance and sensor response measurements at various temperatures.
Fabrication of kaolin hollow fibre membranes for bacteria removal
Authors: Magalhães Flávia , Ferreira Eduardo , Bessa Lidiane , Dias Costa , Vieira Adeodato , Reis Miria
Published: January 2021

This study examines the influence of the particle size, extrusion rate and
sintering temperature on the characteristics of kaolin hollow fibre
membranes. In addition, the produced membranes were applied for bacteria
removal from an aqueous suspension. The milling process reduced the size of
kaolin particles from 8.7 to 5.1 ?m and greatly enhanced the morphology and
mechanical resistance of the produced membranes. The increase in the
sintering temperature up to 1250?C caused crystallographic phase
modifications in the crude kaolin, which were mainly assigned to
transformations of quartz and kaolinite to mullite and cristobalite phases.
The fibres sintered at 1250?C have bending strength of 145MPa, but this
relatively high sintering temperature caused a substantial particle
densification and drastic decrease of the membrane water permeability. The
kaolin hollow fibre membranes enabled almost total removal of the
Enterobacter bacteria from an aqueous suspension.
Synthesis and characterization of CeLaMO2 (M: Sm, Gd, Dy) compounds for solid ceramic electrolytes
Authors: Kirkgeçit Rabia , Torun Handan
Published: January 2021

In this study, pure CeO2 and Ce0.85La0.10M0.05O2 (M: Sm3+, Gd3+, Dy3+) solid
electrolytes were synthesized using the sol-gel method and sintered at 1350?C
for 12 h. X-ray diffraction (XRD) was used for crystal structure
characterization of the ceramic solid electrolytes. After sintering, all
prepared solid electrolytes were indexed to be cubic crystal lattices. The
thermal properties of the prepared samples were investigated by
thermogravimetric (TG) and differential thermal analysis (DTA) methods. The
surface properties of the grain structure of the ceramic solid electrolytes
were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) confirming the
average grain size of about 1 ?m. The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
technique was used to investigate AC electrical properties of prepared solid
electrolytes. The conductivity values at 750?C of the Ce0.85La0.10Sm0.05O2,
Ce0.85La0.10Gd0.05O2 and Ce0.85La0.10Dy0.05O2 and pure CeO2 were found to be
1.10 ? 10?3 S/cm, 3.05 ? 10?4 S/cm, 8.85 ? 10?4 S/cm and 8.44 ? 10?10 S/cm,
respectively. The characterization results showed that the La-Sm co-doped
CeO2 sample can be used as a ceramic electrolyte in intermediate temperature
solid oxide fuel cells (IT-SOFC).
Experimental and ab initio study of the structural and optical properties of ZnO coatings: Performance of the DFT+U approach
Authors: Apaolaza Agustín , Richard Diego , Tejerina Matías
Published: January 2021

In this work, ZnO coatings were produced by the spray-pyrolysis technique and
characterized by scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and optical
transmittance spectroscopy. The experimental results were compared to
predictions obtained from electronic-structure calculations based on the
Density Functional Theory plus U (DFT+U) approach. To this purpose, the 2H,
4H and 6H polytypes of ZnO were theoretically analysed, and DFT+U was
assessed for the calculation of structural, electronic and optical
properties of the hexagonal ZnO structures. We found that DFT+U is an
effective and accurate method that combined with experimental measurements,
allows a deeper insight about the coatings of the wurtzite (2H) phase
synthesized in the laboratory. This comprehensive study of the pure ZnO is
the first step towards the study of more complex ZnO-based coatings.
Ethical and Social issues in Medicine
Authors: Loewy Roberta Springer , Loewy Erich H. , Fitzgerald Faith T.
Published: January 2021

So rapidly has the field of health care ethics continued to grow that, when recently “googled,” the term produced 28.2 million hits. The challenge is to address the ethical and social issues in medicine in this very limited article space. It remains an impossible task to present more than a superficial discussion of these complex issues and the complicated cases in which they are to be found. Like good medicine, good ethics cannot be practiced by algorithm. The authors have opted to provide an operational guide to help clinicians sort through the ethical and social quandaries they must face on a daily basis. To that end, the authors have chosen to divide this chapter into the following sections: 1. A brief description of the biopsychosocial nature of ethics and how it differs from personal morality 2. A method for identifying and dealing with ethical issues 3. A discussion of the role of bioethicists and ethics committees 4. The professional fiduciary role of clinicians 5. Listings of some of the common key bioethical and legal terms (online access only) 6. A very brief discussion of the terms cited in the above listings (online access only)
This reviews contains 4 tables, 8 references, 1 appendix, and 20 additional readings.
Keywords: Ethical, social, right, wrong, good, bad, obligation, moral authority, critically reflective, and multiperspectival activity, Curiosity, Honesty, Patience, Open-mindedness
The Cardiac System
Authors: Mauchley David C
Published: January 2021

The circulatory system, which consists of the heart, arterial system, venous system, and lymphatics, constitutes a complicated network of vessels and ducts that are responsible for the delivery of oxygenated blood to the body and return of deoxygenated blood to the heart and lungs. The heart is at the center of the circulatory system, and its pumping mechanism provides energy and nutrition to all organs in the body. This review focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the heart and describes anatomic details that are important to the planning of many common cardiac operations.   
This review contains 28 figures, and 25 references.
Key words: aortic root, aortic valve, atrial septum, atrioventricular node, coronary artery, fibrous skeleton of heart, mitral valve, myocardium, pericardium, pulmonic valve, sinoatrial node, tricuspid valve, ventricular septum
The Evolution of Hemoglobin A1C Targets for Youth with Type 1 diabetes: Rationale and Supporting Evidence
Authors: Redondo Maria J. , Libman Ingrid , Maahs David M , Lyons Sarah K. , Saraco Mindy , Reusch Jane , Rodriguez Henry , DiMeglio Linda A.
Published: January 2021

The
American Diabetes
Association 2020 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes (Standards of Care) recommends
a hemoglobin A1C of <7% (53 mmol/ml) for many children with type 1 diabetes
(T1D), with an emphasis on target personalization. A higher A1C target of
<7.5% may be more suitable for youth who cannot articulate symptoms of
hypoglycemia or have hypoglycemia unawareness, and for those who do not have
access to analog insulins, advanced diabetes technologies, or cannot monitor
blood glucoses regularly. Even less stringent A1C targets (e.g. <8%) may be warranted
for children with a history of severe hypoglycemia, severe morbidities, or short life
expectancy. During the “honeymoon” period and in situations where lower mean
glycemia is achievable without excessive hypoglycemia or reduced quality of
life, an A1C <6.5% may be safe and effective
As poses, a composição e os acessórios na construção da masculinidade em anúncios publicitários: uma anatomia de poder
Authors: Soares Leonardo Antonio
Published: January 2021

Várias instituições, incluindo a família, igreja e escola, têm tentando transmitir noções sobre o que é ser “adequadamente" masculino e feminino. Por outro lado, a mídia, através de diversos veículos que incluem revistas, internet, televisão, jornais impressos ou digitais, também contribui para essa inculcação de "gênero", pois através dela a publicidade oferece suas próprias lições, apresentando sugestões sobre como alcançar a masculinidade ou feminilidade ideal. Neste sentido, faz-se crucial que os produtores empreguem diversas estratégias e códigos direcionados ao leitor para assegurar que os objetivos retóricos de persuasão sejam alcançados. O objetivo principal deste artigo é analisar as representações masculinas em épocas e contextos socioculturais diferentes na busca de identificar, através dos micro e macro aspectos, como certos códigos são capazes de transmitir as ideologias de uma época e contexto sociocultural específico. A relevância desse tipo de análise em anúncios publicitários pertencentes a períodos anteriores ao contexto atual está no fato de que tais investigações servem para demonstrar como a masculinidade é concebida em diferentes períodos e contextos socioculturais, levando a uma compreensão maior acerca de seu atual estágio. Para isso, foram selecionados três anúncios publicitários datados de 1969, 1979 e 1997. Para as análises dos anúncios, recorro a autores como Fairclough (1995), que analisa as tendências do discurso midiático, Eckert e McConnell-Ginet (2003) que consideram o discurso como uma atividade social significativa capaz de englobar aspectos verbais e não-verbais, focalizando o discurso dos gêneros sexuais, à multimodalide de Kress e van Leeuwen (2006), que focaliza nos elementos multimodais das imagens e a Callen (1998) que utiliza-se três eixos norteadores (poses e proporções, composição e mídia, e acessórios) para decodificar a linguagem visual. A análise dos anúncios demonstrou que, embora exista um intervalo de tempo transcorrido entre eles, há características em comum no sentido de preservar, fortalecer e enaltecer aspectos da masculinidade tradicional e hegemônica através de micro e macroelementos.
Pós-modernidade ou o quê? Reflexões acerca do aqui-agora
Authors: Trajano Fabio Jarbeson da Silva
Published: January 2021

Desde sua fase incipiente até o presente momento a pós-modernidade já passou por consideráveis transformações, que, inevitavelmente, também afetaram a natureza do diálogo travado por ela tanto com o passado como com o futuro. Nenhuma surpresa, portanto, que para alguns já se deva falar de uma era da hipermodernidade. O objetivo deste ensaio é precisamente analisar algumas dessas principais mudanças em diversos aspectos sociais, bem como de que forma e até que ponto elas afetam e podem ser observadas no aqui-agora. Para tal fim, se levará em conta alguns posicionamentos teóricos sobre o tema, como os de Gilles Lipovetsky e Zygmunt Bauman. Do mesmo modo, verificar-se-á alguns exemplos de como essa realidade, por vezes material, por vezes virtual, tem marcado presença na literatura. Após refletir sobre as questões propostas neste artigo, o leitor não apenas será capaz de apreender alguns dos mecanismos negativos desta nova fase da época pós-moderna, mas também, espera-se, de contribuir individual e coletivamente para superá-los.
PENGARUH PENAMBAHAN BENTONIT PADA SEKAM PADI TERHADAP KINERJA TUNGKU GASIFIKASI TIPE DOWNDRAFT
Authors: Subroto Subroto
Published: January 2021

Sekam padi merupakan sampah organik yang sangat mudah di dapatkan di negara agraris seperti Indonesia. Sekam padi dapat dimanfaatkan menjadi sumber energi alternatif melalui proses gasifikasi untuk menghasilkan gas yang mampu bakar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penambahan katalis bentonit pada sekam padi terhadap kinerja tungku gasifikasi tipe Downdraft. Proses gasifikasi pada penelitian ini dilakukan dengan cara menambahkan katalis bentonit pada bahan bakar sekam padi sebesar 100 gr, 150 gr, 200 gr. Setelah dilakukan penyalaan, diperoleh data berupa temperatur pembakaran, waktu penyalaan, waktu nyala efektif. Hasil pembakaran dimanfaatkan untuk mendidihkan air, yangmana digunakan untuk mencari besarnya kalor yang dihasilkan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa temperatur rata-rata pembakaran tertinggi terjadi pada pengujian tanpa penambahan bentonit, yaitu 375,8˚C. Waktu penyalaan tercepat juga dihasilkan pada pengujian tanpa penambahan bentonit, yaitu selama 8 menit, sedangkan Waktu nyala efektif terlama dihasilkan pada pengujian dengan penambahan bentonit 150 gr, yaitu selama 44 menit. Kalor terbesar dihasilkan pada pengujian dengan penambahan bentonit 150 gr, yaitu sebesar 1719,519Kj.
Aspectos metodológicos da pesquisa em Educação Matemática: rumos e perspectivas
Methodological aspects of research in Mathematics Education: directions and perspectives
Authors: Gatti Bernardete Angelina
Published: January 2021

ResumoNeste artigo são apresentadas algumas das concepções que se observam, explicitamente ou subjacentemente, no relato de pesquisas na área da educação matemática, as quais orientam seu desenvolvimento, fins e resultados. As concepções destacadas se entrelaçam com várias formas e caminhos possíveis para levantar dados e analisar o que é obtido em investigações no que se refere às situações de ensino e de aprendizagem escolar, ou, a processos formativos de diferentes naturezas e níveis. Não há hierarquização entre elas, não são necessariamente mutuamente excludentes, e, cada uma traz contribuições a serem consideradas nos limites de suas perspectivas.Palavras-chave:  Educação matemática, Metodologias de pesquisa, Concepções de pesquisa, Formação do pesquisador. AbstractIn this article, is exposed an analytic view of conceptions that we can observe in reports of research in the field of mathematical education. They guide the purpose, proceedings and results of the investigation and they interweave the ways and research means of obtaining data. This analysis is done by observing reports of empirical research on school learning or about process of teachers’ education. There are no hierarchy between then and they are not mutually exclusive. Each one brings their contribution that can be considered in their perspectives and limits.Keywords: Mathematic education, Research methodologies, Research conceptions, Researchers’ education. ResumenEn este artículo se analizan concepciones observables, directamente o no, en relatos de investigaciones científicas en el campo de la educación matemática. Esas concepciones orientan los procedimientos investigativos, los análisis de los resultados y sus fines. Ellas están entrelazadas con los caminos de búsqueda de datos y conclusiones. Las investigaciones tratadas dicen respecto a situaciones de la enseñanza y del aprendizaje en la escuela o a procesos de formación de varios tipos, mayormente, la formación de docentes. No hay jerarquía entre ellas, no son mutuamente excluyentes, y cada una aporta su contribución específica.Palabras-clave: Educación matemática; metodologías de la investigación; concepciones de investigación; formación de investigadores.
Análise de documentos curriculares de Matemática inspirada na ética discursiva de Jürgen Habermas
Analysis of Mathematics curriculum documents inspired by the discursive ethics of Jürgen Habermas
Authors: Taveira Flavio Augusto Leite , Peralta Deise Aparecida
Published: January 2021

ResumoO presente artigo tem por objetivo apresentar uma proposta de análise do discurso presente em documentos curriculares, pautando-se na Ética Discursiva de Jürgen Habermas. Para tanto, apresentamos uma explanação sobre documentos curriculares, bem como discutimos o conceito de Ética Discursiva habermasiana e ilustramos a proposta com a análise de excertos da Base Nacional Comum Curricular para Formação de Professores (BNC-Formação).Palavras-chave: Teoria do Agir Comunicativo, Currículo de Matemática, Análise do Discurso.AbstractThis article aims to present a proposal for discourse analysis present in curricular documents, based on the Discursive Ethics of Jürgen Habermas. To this end, we present an explanation of curriculum documents, as well as discuss the concept of Habermasian Discursive Ethics and illustrate the proposal with the analysis of excerpts from the Common National Curriculum for Teacher Education (BNC-Formação).Keywords: Theory of Communicative Action, Curriculum of Mathematics, Discourse Analysis.ResumenEste artículo tiene como objetivo presentar una propuesta de análisis del discurso presente en documentos curriculares, basada en la Ética Discursiva de Jürgen Habermas. Para ello, presentamos una explicación de los documentos curriculares, además de discutir el concepto de Ética Discursiva Habermasiana e ilustrar la propuesta con el análisis de extractos del Currículo Nacional Común para la Formación Docente (BNC-Formação).Palabras clave: Teoría de la Acción Comunicativa; Curriculum de Matemáticas, Análisis del Discurso.