bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Extended Theory of Planned Behaviour for Explaining Chinese Domestic Electric Vehicle Purchasing Behaviour
Authors: Wang Zi-Xu , Chee Wei Ming , Zhang Qi , Wang Lei
Published: July 2024

Compared to traditional fuel-powered cars, electric vehicles (EVs) are widely acknowledged as a viable form of transportation and an effective way to address the issues of energy scarcity and air pollution. However, the majority of countries, including China, have recently lowered their preferential treatment and will instead adopt a market-driven strategy to promote EVs. Thus, it is critical to identify the particular elements that support and undermine consumer decisions to choose EVs. This study investigates the impact of perceived value (PV) and consumer ethnocentrism (CE), along with components of TPB, on consumers’ intentions towards the adoption of domestic EVs by using a convenience sample method to collect data. The results showed that attitude, subjective norm (SN), and perceived behavioural control (PBC) positively influence intention. SN positively influences attitude, and attitude plays a mediational role between SN and intention. In addition, PV and CE positively influence attitude towards purchasing domestic EVs. Last, the theoretical and practical implications and limitations are discussed accordingly.
CASE REPORT: ACUTE PERICARDITIS DUE TO MYCOPLASMA PNEUMONIAE IN A SCHOOL AGE PATIENT
Authors: César Eduardo Esquivel Guell , Sánchez Paola Velázquez , Conklin Paola Cisneros , Siegert Olivares Augusto Ignacio
Published: July 2024

Approach Strategies for pericarditis management in pediatric patients are based on information
collected from adults. In pediatric population mainly exists case reports, where the etiology of the disease
is reached. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a microorganism mainly characterized by infection respiratory tract, but cardio-tropic
characteristics have been described in the last decade , by leading colonization and myopericardial infection, with pericardial
effusion or acute pericarditis. Even so, the incidence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae associated pericarditis worldwide is low.
Based on what is described, our case intends to expand the understanding of this disease.
NEVUS UNIUS LATERIS – A CASE SERIES
Authors: C Sreesha , M P Sankeerthana , Thomas Jayakar
Published: July 2024

Verrucous epidermal nevi (VEN) are a common type of keratinocyte hamartomas which are often linear in
distribution. Nevus unius lateris (NUL) is a rare systematised variant of VEN with unilateral involvement. It
is often associated with disorders in the nervous system, musculoskeletal system, visual and auditory disturbances. The sites
commonly affected are trunk and limbs, but it can also affect the head and neck region or the oral mucosa rarely.[1][2]
PRIAPISM AND ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION IN SICKLE CELL ANEMIA: A NARRATIVE REVIEW
Authors: De La Hoz Rosaura Monsalve
Published: July 2024

Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is associated with signicant complications such as priapism and erectile
dysfunction (ED), which affect 30-45% and 25-80% of males with SCA, respectively. These complications
are primarily ischemic, stemming from vaso-occlusive episodes that hinder blood ow, leading to painful, prolonged erections
and potential tissue damage. This review discusses the pathophysiology behind these issues, highlighting the obstruction of
venous outow by sickled cells in the corpora cavernosa. It differentiates between ischemic and non-ischemic priapism, noting
the former's prevalence in SCA. The review emphasizes the importance of prompt clinical evaluation and management to
prevent long-term damage and enhance quality of life for affected individuals.
ANATOMICAL VARIATIONS IN LEFT CIRCUMFLEX FEMORAL ARTERY – A CASE REPORT.
Authors: Parmar Divya , Daslania Ketav , Trivedi Dipali
Published: July 2024

In the proximal thigh, the profunda femoris artery gives the lateral and medial circumex femoral
arteries, as well as perforating and muscular branches further away. Close to the root of profunda femoris
artery, the lateral circumex femoral artery originates laterally. It divides into ascending, transverse & descending branches. In
the present case, during routine dissection for undergraduate students on a male cadaver, it has been found that the lateral
circumex femoral artery is originating from lateral aspect of the femoral artery proximal to the origin of profunda femoris artery.
This variation has been observed on both the sides. Surgeons and orthopedics may nd it useful to have accurate
understanding of the anatomical variations of the lateral circumex femoral artery, particularly when doing popliteal bypass
surgery and anterolateral thigh ap surgeries. Surgeons must proceed cautiously in order to reduce the danger of iatrogenic
damage due to the signicant variability of this artery. Before undergoing surgery in the femoral region, radiographic
evaluation of the vascular anatomy is highly recommended.
A STUDY ON THE TREATMENT OUTCOMES IN DIABETIC FOOT ULCER EVALUATING INTERVENTIONS EFFICACY ACROSS SEVERITY IN DIFFERENT AGE AND GENDER
Authors: Aye Hika , Sundresh N Junior , Dhanapal C. K.
Published: July 2024

Background: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) pose a signicant challenge in diabetes management,
contributing to substantial morbidity and mortality globally. Despite various treatment modalities, there
is a need to explore the efcacy of interventions across different demographic and clinical parameters. Objective: This
prospective observational study aimed to assess treatment outcomes in diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and evaluate the efcacy of
interventions across different demographic and clinical parameters. Methods: Data from 64 patients diagnosed with DFUs at
Government Cuddalore Medical College and Hospital over a three-month period were analyzed prospectively. Various
treatment modalities, patient demographics, ulcer characteristics, and treatment outcomes were assessed using descriptive
statistics. Results: The study revealed a male predominance (75%) among DFU patients, with varying durations of diabetes
and ulcer locations. Gram-negative bacilli were the most common pathogens (50%), with debridement being the most
frequently used treatment modality (50%). While 56.3% of patients achieved partial or complete wound healing, 25% required
amputation, and 18.8% experienced non-healing outcomes. Conclusion: Despite effective treatment modalities, diabetic foot
ulcers remain a signicant healthcare challenge, with notable disparities in treatment outcomes based on demographic and
clinical factors. Tailored interventions and increased awareness targeting vulnerable populations are needed to improve DFU
management and reduce amputation rates.
A STUDY TO ASSESS THE PREVALENCE OF MENOPAUSAL SYMPTOMS AMONG PERIMENOPAUSAL WOMEN IN URBAN COMMUNITY COIMBATORE, TAMILNADU.
Authors: Umamaheswari V. , Anitha J.
Published: July 2024

Menopause is a natural process during which estrogen levels decline. This can lead to hot ushes, mood
swings, and joint and muscle pain. During menopause, a woman's lifestyle may change signicantly,
which will have implications for her quality of life. There is a lack of standard data related to perimenopausal women in India.
Especially in menopausal symptoms, where lack of services has been a huge issue and where most of the women in this group
are expected to reside, Objectives: To assess the prevalence of menopausal symptoms among perimenopausal women.
Methodology: A descriptive study was conducted, and a house-to-house survey was done. A total of 100 perimenopausal
women were selected by the purposive sampling technique. The prevalence of menopausal symptoms among perimenopausal
women using menopausal rating scales. Result: The age of 100 perimenopausal women ranged from 40 to 55 years. They
complained of having menopausal symptoms, i.e., hot ushes (85%), mental and physical exhaustion (80%), sleep disturbance
(45%), and joint and muscle pain (70%). Conclusion: Women in this group need a multi-disciplinary approach that can address
not only physical problems but also psychological problems, which are more prevalent in these women.
ASSOCIATION OF SERUM FERRITIN LEVEL AND HBA1C LEVEL IN DIABETIC INDIVIDUALS
Authors: Tomar Jyoti , Nigoshkar Shreya , Savita Kamini
Published: July 2024

Background: The prevalence of diabetes mellitus, a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high
blood sugar levels, is rapidly increasing worldwide. Serum Ferritin is an acute phase reactant, which is a
marker of iron stores in the body. Many studies explain that raised body iron stores and subclinical hemochromatosis have
been associated with the development of glucose intolerance, metabolic syndrome, and possibly the development of diabetic
retinopathy, nephropathy, and vascular dysfunction. Glycemic control is closely associated with cardiovascular complications
in diabetes. Changes in serum ferritin levels are associated with glucose intolerance. This study was conducted to know about
the association between Serum Ferritin and HbA1C in Diabetic women and to study whether a correlation between S. ferritin
and FBS, HbA1c exists. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the Serum ferritin level and glycemi Objectives: c index in
diabetic women and to investigate the relationship between in controls and diabetic women as well as between insulin, Serum
ferritin, and glycated hemoglobin. In this study, 100 subjects were studied, and a case-control stu Materials and Methods: dy
was done with 50 outpatients and inpatients with diagnosed cases of Diabetes mellitus and 50 healthy individuals as controls
from the Department of Medicine, S. N. Medical College, Agra. Serum levels of, ferritin, and blood glucose levels were
measured by Chemiluminescence, and blood glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) was measured by the HPLC method. The
statistical analysis was carried out using the student's t-test. There was a positive correlation b Results: etween serum ferritin
and HbA1c. This study found that high levels of ferritin can predict future cardiovascular Discussion & Conclusion:
complications in individuals with diabetes. This study investigated its relationship with clinical and laboratory parameters of
diabetes mellitus. It is observed that serum ferritin level is higher in participants with prediabetes with increments of HbA1c (%).
The implementation of the Simplex and Optimization packages in the process of solving matrix games
Authors: JOSU Natalia
Published: July 2024

The following article presents the implementation of the simplex and optimization packages in Maple software in the process of solving matrix games.
The effect of carbohydrate adjuvants in the composition of the experimental hantavirus vaccine on the dynamics of neutralizing antibodies in the blood sera of guinea pigs
Authors: Kurashova Svetlana S. , Egorova Maria S. , Vetrova Anna N. , Balovneva Maria V. , Popova Yulia V. , Teodorovich Rostislav D. , Mironenko Anna A. , Aparin Peter G. , Lvov Vyacheslav L. , Tkachenko Evgeniy A. , Dzagurova Tamara K.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Vaccination could be the most effective means of preventing hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS), which is one of the leading zoonoses and a major cause of natural disease in humans. Therefore, research to develop an effective vaccine and the search for new non-toxic and effective adjuvants that can enhance and prolong the immune response, reduce the antigen concentration and reduce the frequency of dose administration is an urgent task.
The aim of the study was to determine the dependence of the immunogenic activity of an experimental hantavirus vaccine based on Puumala virus (HV) on the antigen dose both in native form and in combination with carbohydrate adjuvants.
Materials and methods. The immunoadjuvant effect of Ac3-LPS S. sonnei and S. flexneri 1B and emulsions of nanoemulsified squalene Sepivac SWE (SWE) as part of HV at the optimal and minimal doses was investigated by induction of neutralising antibodies after 3-fold immunisation (day 0, 14, 182) of guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus). Differences in the immunogenic activity of HV were assessed in the neutralisation reaction by 50% suppression of focal units in Vero E6 cell cultures.
Results. A statistically significant increase in neutralising antibodies levels was observed after immunization both with HV at the optimal dose and for its combination with adjuvants. Ac3-LPS S. sonnei and SWE showed the most pronounced immunoadjuvant effect at concentrations of 50 and 100 μg/dose, respectively. The immunoadjuvant effect of the combination of the hantavirus vaccine with Ac3-LPS S. sonnei and SWE contributed to both an enhanced immune response and its duration. The tenfold reduction of the antigen dose in the presence of SWE allows optimization of the immune response to the vaccine.
Conclusion. The results of this study show the prospects of using Ac3-LPS S. sonnei and Sepivac SWE in the vaccine for the prevention of HFRS.
Campylobacteriosis: genotypic characteristics of the pathogen and immunological status of patients
Authors: Lobzin Yury V. , Ermolenko Konstantin D. , Makarova Maria A. , Kaftyreva Lidia A. , Martens Elvira A. , Polev Dmitry E. , Ermolenko Elena I.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Campylobacteriosis is among the leading causes of acute gastrointestinal infections. The severity of campylobacteriosis and the development of long-term complications may be influenced by the genotype of the pathogen, whose biological properties can affect immune response parameters.
The aim of the study was to identify common genotypes of epidemic clones of Campylobacter pathogens and to investigate characteristics of the immune response and severity of the disease.
Materials and methods. The study included 203 patients aged from 1 month to 17 years with campylobacteriosis who underwent treatment at the clinic of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "DNKCIB FMBA" in 2019–2021. The diagnosis was confirmed using polymerase chain reaction method. Patient samples were also analyzed using culture-based methods. Total DNA was extracted using the QIAamp DNA Mini Kit. Genetic determinants encoding virulence factors and MLST typing were performed using the ResFinder program. The immune status of patients was assessed on days 1 and 7 of the illness. Immunological investigation included measurement of serum immunoglobulin concentrations (IgA, IgM, IgG), C-reactive protein, and cytokines (IL-1β, IL-1, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL- 7, IL-8, IL-10, TNF-α, and IFN-γ).
Results. When analyzing the frequency of detection of Campylobacter sequence types in children with clinical intestinal infections, it was found that the profile of isolated isolates is most similar to those from countries of North America (USA and Canada), Northern Europe (Great Britain, Holland ) and Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden, Finland). Identification of a pathogen with the flgE+, cdtA+, cdtC+ genotype was accompanied by a statistically significant increase in the level of IL-8 and a decrease in the content of IgA in the peripheral blood serum, which reflected the low efficiency of the immune response during infection with Campylobacter and predetermined the severe course of the infectious process during the disease.
Textual Analysis of Virtual Reality Game Reviews
Authors: Guzsvinecz Tibor , Szűcs Judit
Published: July 2024

Virtual reality systems are complex and made of various parts. Since a person is an integral component of such systems, virtual reality technologies also have a cognitive aspect. As such, these technologies engage with the perceptual, attentional, and decision-making processes of users. Consequently, they can be considered cognitive tools. Thus, it is imperative to understand what people think of such environments. To take a step towards this understanding, textual reviews of virtual reality games made for entertainment were investigated using text mining methods. Thus, 1,635,919 textual reviews were scraped from the Steam digital video game distribution platform in the spring of 2023. The reviews were grouped by whether they were positive or negative. According to the results, the following conclusions can be made regarding virtual reality games: 1) Negative reviews are significantly longer than positive ones. 2) Negative reviews are written significantly earlier than positive ones, although no correlation was found between the review type and the playtime before writing the review. 3) The most frequent words and word correlations are different between review types since negative reviews are more focused on game mechanics and bugs. Due to the results, insights can be provided to virtual reality game developers to help them refine their games. Index Terms—computer games; game review; player experi ence; Steam; textual analysis Abstract—Virtual reality systems are complex and made of various parts. Since a person is an integral component of such systems, virtual reality technologies also have a cognitive aspect. As such, these technologies engage with the perceptual, attentional, and decision-making processes of users. Consequently, they can be considered cognitive tools. Thus, it is imperative to understand what people think of such environments. To take a step towards this understanding, textual reviews of virtual reality games made for entertainment were investigated using text mining methods. Thus, 1,635,919 textual reviews were scraped from the Steam digital video game distribution platform in the spring of 2023. The reviews were grouped by whether they were positive or negative. According to the results, the following conclusions can be made regarding virtual reality games: 1) Negative reviews are significantly longer than positive ones. 2) Negative reviews are written significantly earlier than positive ones, although no correlation was found between the review type and the playtime before writing the review. 3) The most frequent words and word correlations are different between review types since negative reviews are more focused on game mechanics and bugs. Due to the results, insights can be provided to virtual reality game developers to help them refine their games.
Doveri di cittadinanza: responsabilità personale e solidarietà sociale
Authors: Cosi Giovanni
Published: July 2024

Citizenship is the right that confers all other rights: it as become a too precious and desired asset to continue to be defined only on the basis of the chance of birth. The complex and costly rights asserted by modern welfare states can only be achieved through the real exercise of the duties of solidarity. Citizenship must be redefined from the point of view of duty, through a progressive assumption of responsibility.
Alle origini del patto sociale. Filosofia del principio di solidarietà oltre il neocontrattualismo
Authors: Zini Francesco
Published: July 2024

The solidarity pact constitutes one of the main justifications of the social pact and establishes the relationship of sharing in public costs between the state and the citizen, for this reason its philosophical and legal origins will be examined. In particular, the theories that justify this social contract are analysed, starting from Rawl's neo-contractualism and his theory of social justice, highlighting some limits of rawlsian rationalist realism, to identify a further justification, beyond the formalism of the veil of ignorance.
La cooperazione prima della cooperazione. Il movimento dei volontari per il Terzo mondo nei lunghi anni Sessanta
Authors: Salvatici Silvia
Published: July 2024

This essay examines the Third World volunteer movement that developed within the Catholic world in the late 1950s and the following decade. Groups and associations selected applications from dozens of young people, trained aspiring lay missionaries, and sent them to religious missions in Africa and Latin America to work as volunteers in the fields of education, health care, and construction. The essay reconstructs the activities of the organisations, but also the way in which aid to "poor countries" was conceived, in terms of the ethical values it invoked and the effects it hoped to produce. The history of Italian cooperation is placed in an international context, going beyond the measurement of Italy's backwardness in the field of aid policy, to capture some elements of specificity through the categories of analysis provided by the historiographic debate on contemporary humanitarianism.
Purposiveness, transcendental ideas, andphilosophical history. Notes on the Idea for aUniversal History with a Cosmopolitan Aim, in lightof the Transcendental Dialectic of the Critique ofPure Reason
Authors: TREDANARO Emanuele
Published: July 2024

This paper aims to point to relationship between Transcendental Dialectic of the Critique of Pure Reason (KrV) and Idea for a Universal History with a Cosmopolitan Aim (IaG). Specifically, it seeks to show the theoretical and methodological foundation that the principle of purposiveness and the systematicity of reason, as presented in the KrV, offer to Kant’s philosophical conception of history in the IaG. The paper is divided into three sections. The first section presents – as problematic – the premises that, in the introduction to the IaG, Kant adopts in his philosophical investigation of history. The second section focuses on the Appendix to the Transcendental Dialectic, examining the legitimate use of transcendental ideas, as well as their indeterminate objective necessity. Finally, the third section examines some propositions of the IaG, suggesting that the repercussion of the Transcendental Dialectic on the IaG allows us to understand Kant’s distinctive investigative method in philosophical history.
SISTEM PENDUKUNG KEPUTUSAN PROMOSI KENAIKAN JABATAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE ANALYTICAL HIERARCY PROCESS
Authors: Winanti Winanti , Fernando Erick , Nurasiah Nurasiah , Basuki Sucipto , Riyanto Riyanto
Published: July 2024

Promotion for promotions for companies is routine and a form of appreciation for employees' abilities while working. During this time, promotion at PT. XYZ is still based on family ties, education level and personal closeness of employees to leaders. Very often there are problems in recruitment for promotions which result in jealousy among employees. There is still a like dislike attitude which allows competent employees to feel unappreciated. There is no system that accommodates job promotion decisions so that the assessment of job promotions is not in accordance with the competencies possessed by employees including responsibility, discipline, cooperation, and employee behavior. The method used is Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) where decisions are taken based on predetermined criteria and alternatives. A Focus Group Discussion (FGD) process was carried out in the assessment process for employees who were promoted to their positions. This system was created to overcome existing problems and assist leaders in determining promotion decisions to suit company needs based on responsibility, discipline, cooperation and employee behavior or attitude.
PENERAPAN HOUGH TRANSFORM, CONNECTED COMPONENT LABELING DAN TEMPLATE MATCHING UNTUK PENGENALAN KARAKTER PLAT KENDARAAN
Authors: Fredicia Fredicia , Santoso Gardyan
Published: July 2024

Plat kendaraan merupakan identitas kendaraan bermotor yang sering digunakan untuk proses pencatatan pada saat menggunakan lahan parkir berbayar. Pencatatan plat kendaraan membutuhkan penerapan teknologi informasi sehingga adminsitrasi layanan parkir lebih efisien dan terhindar kesalahan pencatatan. Teknologi informasi menawarkan penerapan metode OCR (Optical Character Recognition untuk membantu proses pencatatan karakter yang terdapat pada plat kendaraan. OCR memiliki banyak teknik yang mampu membantu proses pengenalan karakter, mulai dari proses awal citra ditangkap sampai dengan tahapan pengenalan. Tahaapn awal citra setelah ditangkap adalah melakukan proses pemrosesan awal citra dengan melakukan konversi citra, menentukan area plat kendaraan pada citra kendaraan, melakukan pelabelan dan segmentasi karakter pada citra plat dan melakukan pengenalan karakter. Pendekatan pengenalan karakter pada plat kendaraan yang akan digunakan adalah Hough Transform untuk penentu area plat kendaraan, pelabelan dan segmentasi karakter dengan Connected Component Labeling dan Template Matching sebagai metode pengenalan karakter. Model pengenalan karakter plat kendaraan diuji dengan skenario 25 buah citra yang ditangkap langsung dari lahan parkir. Hasil pengujian tersebut menghasilkan Hough Transform dan Connected Component Labeling bisa menentukan area plat kendaraan serta melakukan pelabelan dan segmentasi karakter pada plat kendaraan. Sedangkan pada tahapan template matching, akurasi pengenalan karakter pada 25 plat kendaraan sebesar 94%. Temuan lainnya dalam penelitian ini yaitu faktor pencahayaan lingkungan citra, jumlah citra yang menjadi basis data dan kondisi cat plat kendaraan bermotor bisa membuat akurasi lebih baik.
PERANCANGAN SISTEM INFORMASI PENGGAJIAN KARYAWAN BERBASIS WEBSITE DI PERUSAHAAN X MENGGUNAKAN METODE PROTOTYPE
Authors: Hidayat Deri Ramadiyan , Hamdani Dani
Published: July 2024

Perusahaan X merupakan perusahaan berkembang seiring dengan meningkatnya permintaan pelanggan dan kebutuhan karyawan, yang berarti sistem terkomputerisasi diperlukan untuk mengurangi kesalahan dalam perhitungan gaji.saat ini perusahaan masih kurang efektif dalam penghitungan gaji karyawan karena masih melakukan penghitungan, pembayaran gaji dan pembuatan laporan secara manualdengan metode dalam pengumpulan data yaitu menggunakan wawancara kepada pemilik perusahaan,melakukan Observasi kelapangan dan juga kuesioner yang digunakan untuk penilaian terhadap rancangan sistem, Metode Perancangan menggunakan prototype yang memiliki tahapan yaitu mendengarkan pelangan atau pengumpulan kebutuhan, Perancangan dan Ujicoba dalam penilaian Uji coba menggunakan penilaian System Usability Scale (SUS) dari data penilaian responden, kemudian melakukan penghitungan menggunakan rumus dari System Usability Scale terdapat nilai terkecil yaitu 78 dan nilai terbesar adalah 90 dari depalan responden dengan menjawab 10 pertanyaan yang memiliki skor rata-rata yaitu 86 dari kualifikasi pada tabel diatas “Sangat Layak”antarmuka pengguna harus dirancang sehingga mudah digunakan dan mudah dipahami agar kesalahan input data penggajian dapat dihindari. Penggunaan fitur autofill dan validasi data secara real-time dapat membantu mengurangi kesalahan input. Dan untuk membuat antarmuka pengguna yang efektif, perlu memahami kebutuhan dan harapan pengguna dengan baik. Ini dapat dicapai dengan melibatkan pengguna selama proses desain dan pengujian, seperti survei, wawancara, dan uji coba prototype.
Psychological and Neurological Impact of Oral Isotretinoin in Jordanian Subjects with Acne Vulgaris
Authors: Almashaqbeh Shefaa , Abdallat Salah , Fawwaz Alsharif Mohammad , Alsaleem Waseem , Alassaf Jehad
Published: July 2024

Background: Acne Vulgaris is the most frequent skin disease worldwide, reaching 70–87%. Isotretinoin a first class synthetic 13-cis-retinoid originated from Vitamin A is used for the management of Acne Vulgaris. The incidence of overall major depressive diseases worldwide is 13–16%. The incidence of psychological adverse effects in subjects managed using oral isotretinoin is 25.16%. Aim: To assess the psychological and neurological influence of oral isotretinoin in Jordanian subjects with Acne Vulgaris. Methods: Our retrospective investigation included 185 Jordanian subjects, of both sexes, aged 16-24 years, with severe nodulocystic Acne Vulgaris and on oral isotretinoin for (A) determination of: (1) intensity of Acne Vulgaris using the visual analog scale score (VAS-S: 0-100), (2) psychological impact using the Hamilton anxiety rating scale score (HAM-ARS-S:0-56) with the Montgomery Asberg depression rating scale score (MADRS-S:0-60) and (3) neurological adverse effects, all through baseline up to the fourth interview during a period of 4 months, one month apart and (B) screening for the need of antipsychotic medication after withdrawal of oral isotretinoin, at Prince Talal military hospital, JRMS, Mafraq, JORDAN, during the period Mar.2021-Aug.2023. Results: There was a remarkable enhancement in VAS-S through baseline up to the fourth interview (P<0.005). At first interview, the average VAS-S increased from 0 to 22.65. There was a remarkable increase in MADRS-S through baseline up to the fourth interview (P<0.005) with mild depression in 3 subjects (1.6%) and moderate depression in 1 subject (0.5%). There was a remarkable reduction in HAM-ARS-S during all interviews. (P<0.005). At the 3rd interview, 11 subjects (5.9%) were in the range of moderate anxiety and at the fourth interview, 4 subjects (2.2%) were in the range of severe anxiety. The most common neurological adverse effect was headache with most frequency at the fourth interview (135(72.97%)). ............
Population Dynamics of Perna perna (Linnaeus, 1758) from Dakar Coastal Waters, Senegal
Authors: Diouf Abdoulaye , Fall Jean , Faye Alioune , Diouf Malick
Published: July 2024

Perna perna is a species of bivalve mollusk found along the Senegalese coast from the Cape Verde peninsula to the Saloum Islands. Due to the generation of income and jobs, this species is extremely significant to Senegal’s socioeconomic landscape, especially in the Dakar area. This work constitutes a first study on the population dynamics of Perna perna in Senegal. The specimens used for this study were caught in the Mamelles site on the Cape Verde Peninsula from March 2018 to February 2019. To assess population parameters, the FiSAT II software and its ELEFAN sub-program were used to analyze the monthly length-frequency data. The results obtained show that the asymptotic length (L∞), growth coefficient (K), growth performance index (Φ’) and longevity (tmax) were 13.65 cm, 1 yr-1, and 2.27; 2.80 yr, respectively. Total mortality (Z) was esteemed to be 3.51 yr-1. Natural mortality (M) and fishing mortality (F) were 2 yr-1 and 1.51 yr-1, respectively. The recruitment pattern is a continuous with a major peak occurring in May-Jun. The current exploitation level (E) of Perna perna was 0.43 while the maximum allowable limit of exploitation (Emax) was 0.453; which implies that in order to prevent overexploitation, management actions will need to be taken.
Exploring Hausa Cuisine for Diabetes Management: Towards a Culinary Solution
Authors: Abdulrahaman Musa Alhaji , Imam Abdullahi Haruna
Published: July 2024

This paper explores the rich tradition of Hausa cuisine and its potential role in managing diabetes, focusing on traditional medicinal foods used by the Hausa people. Drawing from the abundant natural resources surrounding them, the Hausa people have long relied on a holistic approach to health, incorporating various trees, plants, roots, and herbs into their diet. Traditional remedies often blur the line between food and medicine, reflecting the Hausa belief that dietary choices play a crucial role in overall health. Through an extensive examination of traditional Hausa foods and their therapeutic effects on diabetes, this paper provides insights into potential culinary solutions for managing the condition. From fresh moringa leaves to baobab fruits, from hibiscus to fish and local fowls, the paper explores a wide range of traditional remedies used by the Hausa people to alleviate symptoms of diabetes. Furthermore, the paper discusses the harmful types of foods that diabetics should avoid and highlights non-harmful foods beneficial for diabetes management. By shedding light on the intricate relationship between Hausa cuisine and diabetes management, this paper contributes to our understanding of traditional medicinal practices and offers avenues for further research and exploration.
Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) Postharvest Organic Nutritional Conservation Employing Carboxyl Methylcellulose (CMC) Manufactured Out from Moringa Plant
Authors: Hafeez Ameer Hamza , Hajra Hajra , Shah Hafiz Saif ur Rehman , Usama Muhammad
Published: July 2024

The research concluded that the use of extracts of moringa leaves and moringa seed as an edible coating might help to preserve the shelf life and also the quality of Avocado. The cultivars that were focused on during this research were “Hass” and “Gem”. It may also reduce the risk of infection and inflammation in these cultivars. Methanolic and ethanolic moringa extracts were also examined for their antifungal properties. Shortly, 1% Carboxyl methylcellulose which is shown as CMC and 2% MLE which is Moringa Leaf Extract or MSE which is moringa seed extract, were combined. The fruit was either coated with either (MLE + CMC) or that of (MSE + CMC) and then it was kept at a temperature of 5.5°C and 95% relative humidity (RH) for a period of 21 days. The fruit was kept at ambient temperatures i.e. 21°C and 60% RH, after being refrigerated to approximate retailing conditions. Fruit firmness and postharvest quality indicators including ethylene production and respiration rate were analyzed. In relation to potato dextrose agarose which is shortened as PDA, both coatings were also evaluated for their effectiveness against the fungus which may spoil the fruit quality during postharvest opperations. Compared to uncoated fruit, the coated fruit was noticed to have less mass loss. Respiration rates were also observed to be decreased along with Ethylene production, in a contrast to the uncoated fruit. A. alternata and C. gloeosporioides were both inhibited by ethanol leaf extract by 43.60% and 42.90%, respectively. All pathogens exposed to coverings had damaged hyphal structures, while uncoated fruit had healthy hyphal structures. Stronger antibacterial activity was observed in ethanolic moringa leaf extracts as compared to the extracts that were derived from methanol. The outcomes of this research showed that carboxyl methylcellulose CMC containing moringa extract reduces illnesses in fruit. Throughout the postharvest supply chain, it also maintains the general quality of avocados. The shelf life of the avocado was remarkably increased. The avocado sector may eventually commercialize the moringa extracts combined with carboxyl methylcellulose, as a new organic edible covering.
Prediction of Cerebral Palsy and Other Motor Developmental Trajectories in High-Risk Neonate Using the Rapid Neurodevelopmental Assessment (RNDA)
Authors: Diba Dr. Laila Sharmin , Islam Major Dr. Md. Mofizul , Khan Dr. Naila Zaman , Benfer Dr. Katherine , Sultana Dr. Razia , Sonia Dr. Umme Qulsum
Published: July 2024

Background: Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a prevalent motor disability affecting children globally, emphasizing the need for early identification and intervention. The Rapid Neurodevelopmental Assessment (RNDA) offers a comprehensive approach to predict CP and other motor developmental trajectories in high-risk neonates. Objective: This longitudinal cohort study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of RNDA in predicting CP and motor developmental trajectories. Method: Seventy term neonates from Dhaka Shishu (Children) Hospital were included, with neurodevelopmental assessments conducted using RNDA. Assessments were performed at 3 months and 6-9 months, with CP evaluation at 12 months using clinical examinations. Results: Prolonged labor (44.3%) and delayed cry after birth (31.4%) were common among the study patients (n=70), with varying modes of delivery including normal vaginal delivery (50.0%), vaginal delivery with complications (12.9%), and lower uterine cesarean section (37.1%). Muscle tone, primitive reflexes, gross and fine motor skills, epilepsy, and microcephaly were evaluated across visits to identify impending CP. Significant associations were found between hypertonicity, primitive reflex impairment, gross motor impairment, and fine motor impairment with impending CP across visits, particularly in the 3rd visit (p<0.05). Sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, and predictive values varied across parameters and visits, with fine motor skills and gross motor skills showing the highest sensitivity in the 3rd visit (86.4% and 100.0%, respectively). Additionally, abnormal EEG, USG of the brain, and MRI findings were significantly associated with impending CP, with USG of the brain demonstrating the highest sensitivity (93.3%) and MRI showing the highest specificity (70.0%). Conclusion: RNDA emerges as a valuable tool for early prediction of CP and motor developmental trajectories in high-risk neonates. Early identification through RNDA facilitates timely interventions, optimizing long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes.
Pattern of Cholelithiasis and Cholecystitis among Obese Patients
Authors: Hossain Dr. Md. Jakir , Kabir Dr. Mohmmad Shahin , Hosain Dr. Md. Yeakub , Azad Dr. Md. Mahbub , Reza Dr. Shahin
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Obesity is a major health problem in western society with rapidly increasing prevalence in most countries. The healthcare burden of obesity is far reaching but many of the consequences are yet to be fully understood. While there is a perception that obesity negatively impacts on health and stone formation in gall bladder there is conflicting evidence for this. Aims & Objectives: To assess whether obesity impacts on the blood cholesterol level which leads to dislipidaemia and gall stone formation. To identify whether dislipidaemia causes cholelithiasis and cholecystitis among obese patient. Methods: Between 1st December, 2018 and 31thMay, 2019, patients admitted in dept of surgery at Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital in Bogura, Bangladesh were enrolled. Following informed consent, BMI was assessed. High risk patients and complications were identified according to established criteria. Patients were grouped according to BMI categories as Normal, overweight, Obese grade-I and Obese grade-II. Various disease of gall bladder including stone formation and its complications were analysed on all obese patients treated at Shaheed Ziaur Rahman Medical College Hospital using a SQL database. Results: Total 59 people were available and consented for this study. 09 patients were excluded; 4 patient were obese but no cholelithiasis or cholecystitis, 3 patients were not agree to investigations and 2 patients declined study). The remaining 50 patients, 29 females and 21 males, included for analysis. The median age was 48 with a range from 18-55. A literature review found evidence of increased risk of dyslipidemia which induce stone formation in GB and inflammation of gall bladder associated with obesity. Conclusion: It is an important issue that obesity is increasing in our new generations. This study should take into account for the future health care researcher. This study has summarized the current body of literature and added to it by demonstrating in our cohort that obese patients were at increased risk of formation of gallstones. I have also provided the evidence that patients with increased BMI with cholelithiasis or cholecystitis or other comorbidities are associated with significantly greater cost to the healthcare system.
Central Line Insertion Review for Anesthesiologists: Review Article
Authors: Bukhari Lujain
Published: July 2024

Central venous catheter (CVC) is an essential tool for monitoring hemodynamics and intravenous access in many healthcare settings and, by far, most in a dynamic environment such as the operating room. It's one of the most frequent invasive procedures performed by clinicians in their practice. The literature describes many different approaches that use anatomical landmarks. However, Practice guidelines published in 2020 by the American Society of Anesthesiologists recommend the confirmation of a guide wire and central line insertion in the vein by real-time ultrasound US. This recommendation has significant practical implications, as it can lead to a reduction in adverse events following the CVS insertion. A large multicentre cohort study done in 2022, after implying the use of ultrasound-guided, reviewed the rate of adverse events following the CVS insertion and identified a variety of reasons linked with higher complication rates. A recent randomized trial compared techniques used in central line was conducted on neonates coming to the operating room who had CVS catheter placement done by pediatric anesthesiologists concluded that the modified technique was superior in regards to time efficiency and safety. This article aims to review basic knowledge and recent relevant literature about the topic in order to provide anesthesiologists with a deeper understanding of it while performing the procedure.
PROPOSALS FOR IMPROVING THE FORMS AND METHODS OF ORGANIZING AND CONDUCTING CIVIL DEFENSE AGAINST THE DANGERS ARISING FROM MODERN MILITARY CONFLICTS
Authors: Малышев В.П. , Азанов С.Н. , Виноградов О.В. , Дуганов В.А. , Сюрсин В.Н.
Published: July 2024

На основе анализа угроз и опасностей, обусловленных проведением специальной военной операции на Украине, предложены направления совершенствования порядка проведения мероприятий по гражданской обороне на региональном уровне.

Based on the analysis of threats and dangers caused by the conduct of a special military operation in Ukraine, directions for improving the forms and methods of organizing and conducting civil defense at the regional level are proposed.
PROBLEMS OF DEVELOPMENT OF SITUATIONAL-ANALYTICAL COMPETENCIES IN OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT IN THE ENERGY SECTOR OF RUSSIA
Authors: Грабчак Е.П. , Епишкин И.И. , Логинов Е.Л.
Published: July 2024

Рассмотрены изменения, происходящие в ситуационно-аналитическом блоке при оперативном управлении в энергетике России с учетом событий последнего периода, по новому формирующим задачи предоставления необходимой информации для реализации работы и поддержки принятия управленческих решений в обычных условиях и в условиях чрезвычайных ситуаций. Рассмотрена современная ситуация в отрасли, сформулированы направления модернизации ситуационно-аналитической деятельности, предложены меры пор развитию ситуационно-аналитических компетенций. Отмечены особенности запросов к ситуационно-аналитическому блоку в различных контурах обеспечения надежности и безопасности энергоснабжения.

The article is devoted to the changes taking place in the situational-analytical block during operational management in the energy sector of Russia, taking into account the events of the recent period, in a new way shaping the tasks of providing the necessary information for the implementation of work and supporting managerial decision-making under normal conditionsand in emergency situations. The current situation in the industry is considered, directions for the modernization of situational-analytical activities are formulated, measures are proposed for the development of situational-analytical competencies. The features of requests to the situational-analytical block in various circuits for ensuring the reliability and security of power supply are noted.
THE INFORMATION STRUCTURE OF BIOLOGICAL FLUID AS A TRANSMITTER OF INFORMATION FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION
Authors: Петров М.Н.
Published: July 2024

Рассмотрен вопрос передачи информации от поколения к следующему поколению.В качестве примера взяты птицы.

In this article, the issue of information transfer from generation to the next generation is considered. Birds are taken as an example.
DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES IN ENERGY MANAGEMENT, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL RISKS AND THREATS
Authors: Грабчак Е.П. , Епишкин И.И. , Логинов Е.Л.
Published: July 2024

Исследуются проблемы развития информационных технологий при управлении энергетикой с учетом рисков и угроз естественного и искусственного характера. Сформулированы характеристики отрасли, повышающие вероятность чрезвычайных ситуаций, рассмотрен информационно-управляющий функционал отрасли, проанализированы проблемы, требующие трансформации ситуационно-аналитической составляющей при оперативном управлении энергетикой России, предложены меры по организации функционирования систем энергоснабжения в условиях чрезвычайных ситуаций.

The article examines the problems of information technology development in energy management, taking into account the risks and threats of a natural and artificial nature. The characteristics of the industry that increase the likelihood of emergency situations are formulated, the information and control functionality of the industry is considered, the problems that require the transformation of the situational and analytical component in the operational management of the Russian energy sector are analyzed, and measures are proposed to organize the functioning of energy supply systems in emergency situations.
SCIENTIFIC AND METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH TO THE SUBSTANTIATION OF SOLUTIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF OBJECTS OF HYDROTECHNICAL STRUCTURES
Authors: Седнев В.А. , Копнышев С.Л. , Седнев Ан.В.
Published: July 2024

В истории развития человеческого общества начало 21 века характеризуется опасным ростом количества и масштабов различных аварий и катастроф, возникновение которых особенно опасно на крупных гидротехнических объектах. В связи с обострением политических кризисов и социальных конфликтов в последнее время риски возникновения серьезных чрезвычайных ситуаций на таких объектах существенно повысились, так как воздействие по ним становится целенаправленным. Вместе с тем, подрыв массивных бетонных сооружений для террористических действий оказывается нецелесообразным и, таким образом, маловероятным, так как требует значительной подготовки по времени и использования больших объемов взрывчатых веществ и, поэтому, не может быть реализован быстро и остаться незамеченным для службы охраны. Поэтому одним из основных видов воздействия нарушителей на сооружения будет являться пулевое воздействие. В статье рассмотрены результаты экспериментальных исследований проникающего действия пуль стрелкового оружия в различные материалы, проведенных с целью проверки достоверности результатов теоретического исследования пробивного действия пуль и оценки возможности изготовления в полевых условиях защитных экранов, гарантирующих их непробитие пулей, для повышения защищенности критических элементов гидротехнических сооружений.

In the history of the development of human society, the beginning of the 21st century is characterized by a dangerous increase in the number and scale of various accidents and disasters, the occurrence of which is especially dangerous at large hydraulic facilities. In connection with the aggravation of political crises and social conflicts, the risks of serious emergencies at such facilities have increased significantly in recent years, as the impact on them becomes targeted. At the same time, the undermining of massive concrete structures for terrorist actions turns out to be impractical and, therefore, unlikely, since it requires considerable preparation in time and the use of large volumes of explosives and, therefore, cannot be implemented quickly and go unnoticed by the security service. Therefore, one of the main types of impact of violators on structures will be bullet impact. The article discusses the results of experimental studies of the penetrating action of small arms bullets in various materials, carried out in order to verify the reliability of the results of a theoretical study of the penetrating action of bullets and to assess the possibility of manufacturing protective screens in the field, guaranteeing their nonpenetration by a bullet, to increase the security of critical elements of hydraulic structures.
INVESTIGATION OF THE FEATURES OF THE DESTRUCTION OF CONCRETE DAMS ON A RIGID FOUNDATION
Authors: Кулинкович А.В. , Бабин Н.Н. , Васильев В.В.
Published: July 2024

Обосновываются условия устойчивости и особенности разрушения бетонных плотин на жестком основании.

The article substantiates the stability conditions and features of the destruction of concrete dams on a rigid foundation.