bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
مستقبل الديمقراطية العربية في ظل هيمنة المنظومة الريعية: دراسة لحالة السودان
Authors: أعلوان فؤاد
Published: September 2023

مَثّل الاقتصاد الريعي منذ زمن بعيد مصدرًا هامًا من مصادر قوة الأنظمة السياسية الأوتوقراطية، إذ كان دائمًا في خدمة السلطوية العربية وأحد أهم أدواتها، ولا تكمن خطورة الريع في عرقلة مسار التحرير الاقتصادي فحسب، وإنما تتعداه لتوجيه وتعطيل المسار الديمقراطي. واستنادًا إلى أدبيات الاقتصاد السياسي التي تثبت العلاقة العكسية التي تربط الديمقراطية بالريع، وتؤكد مسئولية الأنظمة السياسية في ظهور الممارسات الريعية، تبحث هذه الدراسة في كيفية توظيف النخب الحاكمة في الدول العربية للبنية الاقتصادية الريعية بما يتيح بقاء أنظمتها السلطوية ويعوق بناء مجتمع ديمقراطي. وبغرض البحث والتدقيق في العوامل التي تسهم في تشكل واستمرار المنظومة الاقتصادية الريعية، تم الاعتماد على منهج دراسة الحالة كمنهج رئيسي لهذه الدراسة مع اختيار السودان الذي يتسم بتغلغل الدولة الريعية العميقة نموذجًا للدراسة. تستجلي الورقة التحديات التي تعترض انتقال السلطة من المؤسسة العسكرية إلى النخب المدنية في ظل صلابة البنية الاقتصادية الريعية في هذا البلد، وانتشار مجموعة من الممارسات السلبية التي تعزز من بناء السلطوية كانتشار الزبائنية السياسية وتفشي الفساد بصورة وبائية، وتتوصل الدراسة إلى استحالة بناء نظام ديمقراطي في ظل استمرار البنية الريعية. كما تناقش الورقة سبل تفكيك المنظومة الاقتصادية الريعية في السودان بما يضمن بروز نموذج دولة الإنتاج من خلال الانتقال من عقد اجتماعي ريعي إلى عقد اجتماعي جديد.
The Future of Arab Democracy under the Rentier System: The Case of Sudan
Authors: Aalouane Fouad
Published: September 2023

The rentier economy has long been an important source of power for autocratic regimes, serving as a key tool for Arab authoritarianism. Rentierism is a grave matter as it not only hinders economic liberalisation, but it also disrupts the development of democracy. Following the political economy literature that demonstrates an inverse correlation between democracy and rentierism and shows the responsibility of political systems for the emergence of rentier practices, this paper examines how ruling elites in Arab states use rents to buttress their authoritarian regimes and obstruct the building of a democratic society. To better understand the factors that shape and sustain the rentier system, the paper focuses on the case of Sudan, where rentierism is deeply embedded. The paper sheds light on the challenges impeding the transfer of power from the military establishment to civilian elites, given the resilience of the rentier economy and the prevalence of negative practices that strengthen authoritarianism, such as the spread of clientelism and endemic levels of corruption. The paper concludes that it is impossible to build a democratic system in the shadow of the rentier structure. It also discusses ways to dismantle the rentier economy in Sudan to ensure the emergence of a productive state by moving beyond the rentier social contract to a new social pact.
Caminos Irreverentes
Authors: Medina Castro Iván
Published: September 2023

Caminos irreverentes, de Iván Medina Castro, es un conjunto de tracks que transitan por diversos senderos de la música y la vida misma. Son textos que suenan, se escuchan entre sus notas, entre sus voces. Cuentos que invitan a bailar, pegados a alguien, él/ella, una danza sensual, como las flores que mece el viento, como el fuego en su crepitar. Son danzas de pautas cortas, no hay aletargados solos de guitarra ni silencios infundados, la brevedad, casi la nimiedad, prevalece. Uno avanza una línea, arrastra un pie apenas y la música se interrumpe, con sorpresa muchas veces, otras sin sentido aparente. Conforme se avanza no puede uno dejar de pensar en otras voces como la de Machado, que en voz de Serrat canta “amo los mundos sutiles, ingrávidos y gentiles, como pompas de jabón”. Así, los cuentos breves de Iván se elevan ante nuestra mirada de ojos de papel, flotan sutiles, reflejan en su imperfecta circunferencia diversas geografías, diversos tiempos, rostros. En estos cuentos reina la pasión, la cual, como las pompas de jabón, es repentina, llega y se acaba sin aviso previo. Explota y es, se termina sin explicaciones, dejándonos un extraño sabor entre los labios, un gusto sutil, que algunas veces, en el mejor de los casos, puede evocar una melodía, una sonrisa, un triunfo o el color de unos ojos.
Série AAgWa sur la prévision agricole
Authors: Ndoye Aissatou , Dia Mansour , Dia Khadim
Published: September 2023

La série de notes de synthèse sur la prévision de la production agricole réalisée par AKADEMIYA2063 vise à fournir, en temps opportun, des données plus précises sur les récoltes et le rendement de neuf produits agricoles majeurs dans près de 50 pays africains. Disposant ainsi, en temps voulu, d’un accès aisé à la grande quantité de données disponibles, les parties prenantes de l’ensemble de la chaîne de valeur pourront planifier et exécuter leurs actions politiques et commerciales de manière plus efficace. Les données publiées dans les notes de synthèse sont générées par l’outil Africa Crop Production (AfCP), un modèle prédictif basé sur l’intelligence artificielle (IA) et appliqué à des données géo-biophysiques de télédétection pour produire des estimations au niveau du pixel et au niveau administratif dès le début de chaque saison de croissance. Dans la note de synthèse Nº53, nous fournissons des prévisions de la production d’arachide au Sénégal.
Medical Resources in Tribal Culture
Authors: Tribhuwan Dr. Robin D. , Patwardhan Dr. Bhushan
Published: September 2023

This article discusses the importance of developing and utilizing natural and human medical resources within tribal and rural communities, primarily focusing on tribal populations in India. It highlights the significance of understanding and preserving traditional healing practices and knowledge. The article emphasizes the role of various types of traditional medical practitioners, such as shamans, herbalists, bone setters, midwives, and more, in providing healthcare within these communities. It also suggests the need for scientific research and documentation of natural medical resources, including herbs, minerals, and animal-derived substances, as well as the importance of promoting the nutritional value of traditional foods. The article concludes with recommendations for collaboration between traditional practitioners and modern medical experts to enhance healthcare access and outcomes for tribal populations while respecting their cultural values.
Developing Inventory of The International Education Cooperation for Chinese College Students
Authors: Ma Xinyi , Chen Pengfei , Cao Huan
Published: September 2023

This study was initially designed to develop and validate the international education cooperation inventory of Chinese college students, by conducting expert review and a survey of 91 Chinese students. In the first phase, an initial pool of 11 items were generated based on concept analysis and a literature review. Moreover, the content was validated and reviewed by international cooperation experts in the field of higher education. The evaluation in the second phase consisted of an item analysis and an exploratory factor analysis. Following the development process, one item was removed due to low discrimination after performing the item analysis, and the questionnaire was finalized with 10 in 2 dimensions, which are overseas and domestic international cooperations with acceptable reliability and validity. It was found that most of the participants completed the questionnaire without difficulty in about 1-2 minutes, it can be claimed that the IEC is an easy-to-use questionnaire that can be applied in future studies.
Implementasi Metode Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) Pada Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab di Madrasah Tsanawiyah
Authors: Thontowi  , Ru'iya Sutipyo
Published: September 2023

Arabic is a language that has unique difficulties in learning it. Therefore, learning Arabic requires the right strategy so that students can achieve the predetermined competencies. This article describes the implementation of Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) learning strategies in learning Arabic at Madrasah Tsanawiyah. This research is a naturalistic qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Primary data was obtained from an Arabic teacher and secondary data was obtained from five students. Collecting data using in-depth interviews and observation techniques. Data analysis through three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. This research resulted that learning Arabic in MTs with the CTL strategy went through three main stages, namely planning by taking into account the competencies to be achieved, the condition of students' abilities, and students' learning styles. The implementation of classroom learning applies the Contextual Teaching and Learning strategy by connecting material with students' experiences in the real world, using several learning media available in madrasas. The last stage of the learning process is to evaluate learning by implementing an authentic evaluation system that pays attention to all aspects and domains and includes process assessment in the final grade decision.
Pernikahan Beda Agama Perspektif Ulama Tafsir Lintas Mazhab
Authors: Solehodin  , Khairun
Published: September 2023

The Qur'an has clearly regulated interfaith marriage, which prohibits Muslims from marrying non-Muslims. However, Muslim society often opposes this by marrying people of different beliefs. This article discusses religious marriage according to inter-school interpretation scholars. Referring to the primary source of the book Ahkam al-Quran by Abu Bakr Ahmad bin ʿAli al-Razi al-Jaṣṣāṣ, Ahkam al-Quran by Abu Bakr bin Abdullah bin al-Arabi, Ahkam al-Quran by 'Imad al-Din bin Muhammad al-Tabari al Kiya al-Harasi and Zadu al-Masir fi 'Ilm al-Tafsir by Abu al-Faraj Jamal al-Din bin Abd al-Rahman al-Jawzi. This article uses a descriptive qualitative method. Scholars of interpretation across schools of thought agree that it is forbidden to marry infidels and polytheists. The difference of opinion lies in the marriage to the people of a ahli kitab. There are scholars who absolutely do not allow marrying people of a ahli kitab, because people of a ahli kitab are someone who associates partners with Allah. The second opinion is that it is permissible to marry people of a ahli kitab on condition that they have converted to Islam. Third, it is permissible to marry people of a ahli kitab, provided that the intention of people of a ahli kitab are Jews and Christians. Fourth, it is makruh to marry people of a ahli kitab.
Analisis Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Penggunaan QRIS Sebagai Alat Pembayaran Keuangan Syariah di Sumatera Utara
Authors: Nikmatul Maula Pulungan  , Tri Inda Fadhila Rahma  , Rahmat Daim Harahap
Published: September 2023

The ever-increasing use of QRIS payment technology in not only used for general payment transactions. However, Islamic financial payments made by Muslims can also be made using QRIS. QRIS is now easy to find anywhere, including mosques, ZIS (Zakat, Infaq, Alms) collection institutions. The aim of the research is to analyze the factors of using QRIS payment technology for Islamic finance in the province of North Sumatra. The research theory uses the TAM theory (Technology Acceptance Model) with 5 variabels, namely: perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, attitude toward using, behavior intention to use, actual use. The research method uses a quantitative approach, combining two sampling techniques, namely: purposive sampling and simple random sampling, SEM (Structural Equation Modelling) analysis method. Data collection using a google form questionnaire. The results of the analysis show that the variable erceived ease of use with a t-statistic value of 2,123 (p=0,034) is stated to have a positive and significant effect then the actual use variable also has a positive and significant effect with a t-statistic value of 2,893 (p=0,004) on QRIS Islamic financial payment instruments.
Design and Simulation of Collision Avoidance Algorithm
for an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Authors: Otsapa Emmanuel , Sani Suleiman , Akut Emmanuel , Bello Mukhtar , Ayofe Oluwatobiloba
Published: September 2023

In a complex environment, autonomous and agile flight for an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is an essential problem that must be solved. This paper describes the design and simulation of an obstacle avoidance algorithm for a quadrotor UAV using low-cost ultrasonic and infrared sensors. The quadrotor operated by the control algorithm was able to fly and reach a height of 1.2 m in 5 seconds, hover for 10 seconds, then proceed towards its target obstacle and by implementing a collision avoidance strategy with the optimal input signal from the Kalman filter, avoided the target obstacle at the 50cm mark, as designed. Our research has shown that the algorithm has a low computational cost, applied data fusion technique and can be implemented using low-cost sensors and thus provides a cheap and effective navigation method for UAVs.
O COMPROMETIMENTO DA SAÚDE MENTAL DOS PROFISSIONAIS DE SAÚDE DURANTE A PANDEMIA DA COVID-19 E SUAS IMPLICAÇÕES NA ASSISTÊNCIA EM SAÚDE: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Brant Lara Azevedo Prais Caldeira , Lins Joana Chaimowicz , Alvarenga Júlia Vitor , Faleiros Julia Queiroz Araujo , Filgueiras Júllia de Castro Bolina , Fernandes Bárbara Luiza Azevedo , Alves Letícia Perpétuo
Published: September 2023

Introdução: Sabe-se que a saúde mental dos trabalhadores influencia em seu desempenho e que pandemias passadas afetaram mentalmente profissionais da área de saúde. Com a emergência da COVID-19, este campo de estudo ganha relevância para atuação profissional. Objetivo: Investigar o impacto da pandemia COVID-19 na saúde mental dos profissionais de saúde. Método: Foi realizada uma revisão integrativa, buscando-se por publicações originais indexadas na base de dados PubMed utilizando os descritores “COVID-19”, “Mental Health” e “Health Personnel”. Resultados: A literatura sugere que os profissionais de saúde apresentam comprometimento mental devido ao enfrentamento da pandemia da COVID-19, destacando-se estresse, depressão, ansiedade e distúrbios do sono. Isso é notadamente mais acentuado em profissionais que atuam diretamente com pacientes portadores da COVID-19. Conclusão: A pandemia da COVID-19 afeta mentalmente os profissionais de saúde;  recomenda-se que mais estudos de qualidade, com metodologias voltadas para medidas de associação, sejam conduzidos, para que possamos avaliar futuramente a real repercussão na saúde mental desses profissionais.
ESTRATÉGIAS DE ENFRENTAMENTO DA COVID-19 DE IDOSOS RURAIS E/OU RIBEIRINHOS
Authors: Monteiro Valesca Cristina de Oliveira , Castro Fernanda Farias de , Nascimento Vanusa do , Bastos Francisco Lucas dos Santos , Silva Roberta Braz da , Silva Cibele Gama da
Published: September 2023

Este estudo teve como objetivo identificar as estratégias de enfrentamento da COVID-19 de idosos rurais e ribeirinhos, por meio de uma revisão integrativa da literatura. A pesquisa foi realizada nas bases de dados Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS), Base de Dados de Enfermagem (BDENF), Medical Literature Analysis and Retrievel System Online (MEDLINE), PubMed e WHO COVID-19. O material foi organizado no gerenciador de arquivos Mendeley, seguindo as etapas de leitura, amostragem, categorização, avaliação de estudos incluídos, análise/interpretação dos resultados e síntese dos estudos, realizados em pares. Foram identificados 832 artigos, dos quais, seis foram selecionados e agrupados em três categorias: 1 - Compreensão e percepção dos idosos sobre o enfrentamento de COVID-19; 2 - O impacto da pandemia da COVID-19; 3 - Estratégias de enfrentamento da pandemia no cuidado com a saúde. Os artigos analisados mostraram a necessidade de os idosos construírem relacionamentos participativos e sustentáveis baseados na comunidade; de apoiar e sustentar projetos de pesquisa inovadores; de aplicar abordagens relevantes para ambientes rurais; de reconhecer e identificar a diversidade entre as populações rurais e desenvolver ações de enfrentamento macroestruturais, comunitárias e individuais. O enfrentamento da pandemia trouxe aos idosos aprendizados relacionados à lavagem das mãos, uso de máscara e oportunizou o crescimento da espiritualidade, da fé, da resiliência, da esperança, da readaptação e da recriação. Novas pesquisas tornam-se necessárias para dar visibilidade às estratégias de enfrentamento à pandemia de COVID-19 e qualificar o cuidado no Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS).
Effect of Ensiling a Total Mixed Ration on Chemical Composition and Fermentation Quality
Authors:   Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Science, Sisaket Rajabhat University, Muang, Sisaket 33000, Subepang Sayan
Published: September 2023

The approach of using high-moisture agricultural by-products with ensiling technology will improve feed efficiency. This research aimed to assess the impact of ensiling on chemical composition and sensory characteristics of silage quality with different ingredients. The experimental design was a completely randomized design (CRD). The treatments were Napier grass silage as control, fermented total mixed ration with Napier grass (FTMR - Napier grass) and fermented total mixed ration with rice straw (FTMR - rice straw), all of which were packed in plastic bags (25 kilogram) under ensilage condition. The bags were opened after 0, 7, 21 and 60 days in ensiling. The result showed that the content of dry matter and crude protein ranged 35.34 - 42.50 and 11.62 - 11.98, respectively. The silage had lower dry matter than the fermented total mixed ration, whereas there was no significant difference (P>0.05) in the content of crude protein. There was a significant difference (P < 0.001) in pH value among experimental diet. The lowest pH value of fermented total mixed ration and Napier grass silage were obtained after 7 and 21 days of ensiling, respectively. In addition, Napier grass silage had higher pH value than fermented total mixed ration (P < 0.001). The Napier grass had lower ensiling quality score than FTMR (P < 0.001). By contrast, the score was not statistically different between FTMR –Napier grass and FTMR – rice straw. However, all experimental diets were in good and very good rang of ensilage. These results indicate that Napier grass silage and fermented total mixed ration should be used after 21 and 7 days of ensiling, respectively. The fermentation technology could preserve feed in plastic bags (25 kilograms) for 60 days.
Semen Quality of Captive Fishing Cats (Prionailurus viverrinus) Obtained by Electroejaculation
Authors:   Veterinary, Conservation and Research Section, Animal Management Division, Chiang Mai Night Safari, Pothakam Nanthana , Suwannathada Pongthorn ,   Division of Veterinary Theriogenology. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Khon Kaen University, Sringam Sarawut ,   Division of Veterinary Theriogenology. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Khon Kaen University., Sirisathein Saksiri ,   Division of Veterinary Theriogenology. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Khon Kaen University., Thammawang Sujira ,   Chaing Mai Artificial Insemination and Biotechnology Research Center
Published: September 2023

Fishing cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) is categorized in a group of small cats. The cat has brownish grey fur with dark brown spots and lines running across the length of body. It is wildlife conserved (IUCN) and protected as wildlife animal in Thailand. It is also in the CITES Appendix II. The aim of this study was to study semen quality of this cat by electroejaculation. Five male fishing cats aging approximately 13 years old and body weighed between 9-16 kg were employed in this study. Anesthetic by dexmedetomidine (0.02 mg/kg) and ketamine (4 mg/kg)) was used before semen collection. Stimulation patterns for electrical stimuli using 0.5-5 volts by autonomous program were applied into the rectum of each fishing cat using the rectal probe (r=1.27 cm). Semen was successfully collected from sixteen out of twenty attempts. Semen volume and sperm motility were much variable. Average semen volume was 43.13 µl (range between 5-200 µl). Average pH was 5.81 (range from 5-7). Average sperm motility was 28.25 % (range from 1-90 %). Average sperm concentration was 207.44 million/ml (range from 12-860 million/ml). The semen collection method developed in this study proved to be a useful technique for frozen semen preservation and planning of artificial insemination in order to propagate and conserve the threatened and endangered fishing cat species in the future.
Cultivation of Non-Sulphur bacteria at a Research Laboratory Level
Authors: JOURNAL IJSREM
Published: September 2023

Purple non-sulphur bacteria (PNSB) are flagellated, gram-negative proteobacteria. The preparation of purple non sulphur bacteria is a crucial step in their utilization for various applications. This review aimed to develop an optimized protocol for the isolation, culturing, and growth of purple non sulphur bacteria. Key factors such as nutrient sources, environmental conditions, and light intensity were systematically evaluated to enhance biomass production and pigment synthesis. The interpretation from previous work highlighted the importance of specific nutrient compositions and provided insights into the optimal growth parameters, including temperature and pH. The findings contribute to advancing the understanding of purple non sulphur bacteria cultivation and offer valuable information for future research and potential industrial applications. Keywords: purple non sulphur bacteria, cultivation, isolation, culturing.
Kokoava ote teknologiaan Marxiin ja Heideggeriin pohjautuen
Authors: Ruuska Toni , Heikkurinen Pasi
Published: September 2023

Modernin tekniikan eli teknologian aikakauden voidaan nähdä alkaneen teollistumisesta. Sitä määrittää eri työvälineiden ja kulttuuristen suhteiden yhteen kietoutuneisuus, tuotantoprosessien monimutkaistuminen ja resurssi-intensiivisyys. Laajentuva teknosfääri – teknologisen järjestelmän kokonaisuus – on laadultaan olio, jossa ”tekniikka” ja ”logiikka” ovat sekoittuneet laskelmoiduksi, ulkoistetuksi ja automatisoiduksi ”teknologiikaksi”, jota pitää liikkeessä ulkoiset resurssipanokset. Teknologiaan ja teknosfääriin liittyy kosolti sosiaalisia ja ekologisia ongelmia. Näiden ongelmien perkaamisen ohella päähuomiomme tässä kirjoituksessa on kokoavan teknologiakäsityksen luonnostelemisessa vaihtoehdoksi vallitseville teknologiaymmärryksille. Hahmottelemme tätä otetta etenkin Marxin ja Heideggerin ajatusten viitoittamana. Tavoitteemme on edistää kokonaisvaltaisemman ja refleksiivisemmän teknologiakeskustelun syntyä, jossa otetaan huomioon teknologian keskeiset ongelmat, säilyttäen kuitenkin avoimuus sille, että teknologia ja sen kehittäminen voivat tuoda mukanaan muutakin kuin massasukupuuttoja ja eriarvoisuutta.
Physical inactivity and its associated disease prevalence among civil servants in Accra, Ghana: a retrospective study
Authors: Gyening K.N , Laast J.K , Pambo P. , Torgbenu E.L , Yarfi C
Published: September 2023

Background: Disease prevalence has been documented in many professions across the world with varying prevalence rates. Studies have been done on disease prevalence among nurses, market women and traders, however, little is found on disease prevalence among the civil servants working at the Ministries in Ghana.

Objectives: 

1. To determine the disease prevalence among Ghanaian civil servants who patronize the civil service polyclinic, Accra.

2. To determine the age distribution of disease prevalence among civil servants at the Ministries.

3. To determine the gender distribution of disease prevalence among civil servants at the Ministries.

Study design: A retrospective study design was used for this study.

Methods: Records of civil servants were reviewed from the data storage system of the civil service polyclinic from January 2014 to December 2017. A sample size of 135 records was found eligible and included in the study as appropriate.

Results: Out of a total of 135 sampled for the study, 56.3% were females, and 43.7% were males. The ages of the sampled population ranged from 27 to 70 years with a mean age of 52 years. Hypertension was more prevalent among the civil servants' with a record of 36.4%, followed by diabetes mellitus accounting for 19.1%. Prevalence of hypertension and diabetes were higher in females (59.3%) than in males (40.7%) and also increased with increasing age.

Conclusion: Hypertension and diabetes are more prevalent among Ghanaian civil servants at the Ministries who patronize the civil service polyclinic. Preventive measures aimed at curbing high incidence rate of above conditions are advised.
Fertility desires of women following manual vacuum aspiration for incomplete abortion at the University Teaching Hospital, Lusaka
Authors: Mubambe Mulaya , Vwalika B
Published: September 2023

Objectives: To explore and determine the fertility desires of women who underwent Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) procedure for the management of incomplete abortion at The University Teaching Hospitals (UTH) Women and new born hospital emergency gynaecology ward.

Methods: An unmatched case control study design with 142 women who had undergone an MVA enrolled into the study while the 142 controls were sampled from women attending the antenatal clinic with pregnancies below age of viability. Systematic random sampling with a sampling interval of 5 was used to select both cases and controls. Data was collected using an investigator-administered questionnaire. Association between fertility desire (birth interval) and demographic and socioeconomic factors was determined by bivariate analysis. Odds ratios were used to determine statistical significance. Associations with a p-valueof <0.05 were further analyzed by multivariate logistic regression.

Results: Logistic regression showed that post-MVA most women would like to wait for 2 years or more before the next pregnancy (p<0.001). Multivariate  analysis model after adjusting for confounders also showed that exposure to MVA procedure was a statistically significant factor (p<0.001, 95%CI 2.281, 14.153) associated with determining future fertility desire. In bivariate analysis, statistically significant factors included residence, religion, having experienced a miscarriage before and type of contraceptive method chosen after counseling. On average 50% of the cases of abortions were incomplete abortions with most of them managed with MVA procedure and experiences by the women post-MVA were different. Of the 142 women who underwent MVA, 56 described the pain as severe with 89 accepting to undergo a similar procedure in future should need arise while 53 would not. Ninety women preferred to wait for more than two years before the next pregnancy while 45 wanted to try for another pregnancy earlier, which is in conflict with the options for contraception, more preferred short acting methods.

Conclusion: Manual Vacuum Aspiration had a negative effect on preferred birth interval, with a significant number of women post MVA desiring to wait two or more years before the next pregnancy despite the poor outcome of the index pregnancy. Most of the women cited the pain and the discomfort from the procedure as the main reason for the preferred birth interval. Other independent variables  that affected fertility desire included residence, religion and also level of education.
El Lado Oscuro Del Computador
Authors: Orejuela Viracachá Rafael
Published: September 2023

Este artículo trata sobre los aspectos e impactos ambientales que en la actualidad y en un futuro se verá enfrentada la humanidad por el creciente número de Computadores Personales en uso. Inicialmente presenta brevemente la estructura de un computador así como algunos datos importantes sobre el impacto y producción de los mismos, luego se analiza el problema ambiental mediante un cuestionario, para concluir presentando una solución desde el punto de vista empresarial. Cabe anotar que el análisis contenido en el artículo puede ser extensivo a todos los productos utilizados por las Tecnologías de la Información y las comunicaciones.
Nesfatin‑1 exerts anticonvulsant effect by reducing oxidative stress in experimental epilepsy model
Authors: Musuroglu Keloglan Seval , Aycik Fatma Banu , Kocacan Suleyman Emre , Yazgan Burak , Ayyildiz Mustafa , Agar Erdal
Published: September 2023

Neuropeptides play an important role in the pathogenesis of epilepsy. In the present study, the effect of nesfatin‑1, a neuropeptide, was investigated on penicillin‑induced epilepsy model. Epileptiform activity was induced by an injection of penicillin into the somatomotor cortex at 56 albino Wistar rats. Nesfatin‑1 (i.c.v.) was administered at five different doses (12.5, 25, 50, 100, and 200 pmol) 30 min after a penicillin administration. Astressin 2B, a corticotropin‑releasing factor (CRF) receptor antagonist, was administered 10 minutes later the effective dose of nesfatin‑1 (50 pmol, i.c.v.). Superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione reductase (GR) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels in cerebrum were analysed by ELISA method. Nesfatin‑1, at the doses of 25, 50 and 100 pmol, significantly reduced the frequency of epileptiform activity. However, none of the doses of nesfatin‑1 had any effect on the amplitude of epileptiform activity. Astressin 2B alone did not show any effect on epileptiform activity. In addition, astressin 2B had no effect on the anticonvulsant effect of nesfatin‑1. Nesfatin‑1 (at the doses of 25, 50, 100 pmol) did not alter SOD and GSH levels, but significantly increased the GPx and GR levels. Nesfatin‑1 (at a dose of 50 pmol) significantly decreased the MDA level in the cerebrum. Nesfatin‑1 shows anticonvulsant effect and astressin 2B did not affect the anticonvulsant effect of nesfatin‑1. We suggest that nesfatin‑1 has oxidative stress‑mediated anticonvulsant effect in the penicillin‑induced epileptic activity.
Making Creative Videos as Learning Media
Authors: Sahirin Rahmat , Cian Lung , Wang Yuanyuan , Zou Guijiao
Published: September 2023

This article is the development of several field studies that researchers have summarized. This research was conducted for the process of making learning media into creative videos through the use of the Canva application. Learning media is needed by an educator to facilitate the teaching and learning process in schools through the material taught. Usually, in teaching material, the teacher will use many books according to the government-provided ones. Various methods will also be used to teach students in supporting the teaching and learning process. One application that is easy to use & used in making videos as a learning medium is the Canva application. This application is online based, the contents of which provide exciting features, designs, templates and so on. By using the Canva application, teachers can develop skills materials for students so that the media used can be utilized in academic life.
Optimizing the Use of Differentiated Instruction Strategies to Accommodate Diverse Student Needs
Authors: Meriyati Meriyati , Sumianto Sumianto , Nusraningrum Dewi , Cheriani Cheriani , Guilin Xie , Jiao Deng
Published: September 2023

Education at school is very important for a student to develop the potential he has. To maximize this potential, a strategy is needed that suits the needs of each student. Teachers are required to recognize and understand the various characteristics of students, in order to maximize the strategies needed by students. For this reason, the use of the Differented Instruction strategy is utilized to accommodate the diverse needs of these students. The Differented Instruction strategy is a method used to adapt the various characteristics of students to learning and assessment, which does not only use one strategy but combines several suitable strategies. The purpose of this research is to find out that optimizing the use of Differentiated Instruction strategies is very beneficial for the diverse needs of students. By maximizing this strategy can have a major positive impact on the development of student education. As proficient they optimize their abilities to be more productive and creative. The method used in this research is a quantitative research method. The data obtained is through the distribution of a questionnaire. The questionnaire was made using the Google form application. The results of this study explain that optimizing the use of Differentiated Instruction strategies to accommodate the diverse needs of students in order to maximize their own potential, understand how to do assignments in a fun way, and be able to learn according to the needs of each student with a variety of backgrounds. So that the various knowledge given by the teacher can be absorbed optimally. The conclusion from this study is that optimizing the use of Differentiated Instruction strategies to accommodate student needs is very effectively used in learning. The limitation of this research is that researchers only conduct this research at the school/madrasah level which incidentally requires a new strategy in learning such as the use of this Differentiated Instruction strategy.
Uma proposta de orientações estratégicas na gestão do relacionamento com fornecedores: um caso do setor metalomecânico
Authors: De Oliveira André Ribeiro , Araujo Diego Fernando Rodrigues , De Assis Neto Arnaldo , Rocha Helcio de Oliveira
Published: September 2023

Este trabalho se propõe a contribuir para o desenvolvimento de políticas de gestão de compras a partir de orientações estratégicas que devem ser adotadas em relação ao relacionamento da empresa compradora com seus fornecedores. Será proposto um modelo de compras que incorpora a definição de estratégias frente ao mercado fornecedor de itens e as relações que devem ser mantidas com tais fornecedores a partir das particularidades dos itens de compra. Um produto importante utilizado por uma empresa do setor metalomecânico no Brasil será utilizado como case para ilustrar a adoção deste modelo. Este modelo possibilitou avaliar e classificar a importância de cada item empregado na fabricação do produto em relação ao impacto financeiro no lucro do comprador frente ao risco de abastecimento, apoiando a decisão de se elaborar propostas de vínculos competitivos ou colaborativos com fornecedores, de acordo com as classificações obtidas na relação impacto no lucro e risco no abastecimento. O modelo também aponta para decisões que devem ser consideradas para garantir o aprimoramento das compras estratégicas em situações de elevado poder de barganha dos fornecedores, ao mesmo tempo em que a formação de equipes multifuncionais contribui para uma gestão mais racional dos fornecedores, caso o poder de barganha por parte dos compradores apresente-se superior. Finalmente, sugere-se que o modelo seja desdobrado em ações de natureza operacional, visando a elaboração de um plano de ação eficaz, reduzindo o risco de interrupção da produção, favorecendo o cumprimento de prazos estabelecidos, e assegurando o pagamento de valores adequados na aquisição dos itens produtivos, revertendo, assim, em economia de capital para a empresa.
Análise do cordel a caipora e o fim do mundo, de Nélson Araújo: uma abordagem ecocrítica
Authors: Dos Santos Beatriz Muniz Batista , Da Silva Josivaldo Custódio
Published: September 2023

Este estudo tem como objetivo principal analisar o cordel A Caipora e o Fim do Mundo, de Nélson Araújo (2006), discutindo a percepção do meio ambiente a partir do discurso literário que mostra a relação entre a natureza e o homem. A partir dos pressupostos teóricos da Ecocrítica (GARRARD, 2006), possui como método de abordagem a pesquisa qualitativa, de natureza básica, com objetivos explicativos e procedimentos bibliográficos que possibilitam o estudo do texto literário numa perspectiva ecocêntrica e não homocêntrica. A importância desta análise decorre da valorização da cultura nordestina feita a partir de um estudo do cordel que revela denúncias a degradação do meio ambiente, que nos traz uma reflexão humanizadora, pois de acordo com Candido (2012) a literatura se manifesta por meio do ser humano, e em qualquer ocasião, tem a função de humanizar porque é uma necessidade universal do homem. Por fim, dentro desta perspectiva, a análise deste poema acrescenta um novo olhar à natureza, acarretando novos desafios a serem enfrentados pelo homem, que a partir de uma abordagem Ecocrítica, humaniza e possibilita reflexões acerca da valorização do meio ambiente a partir do discurso do texto literário.
Sistema de monitoramento e controle IoT via MQTT
Authors: Da Rocha Arthur Alves Venancio , De Martin Júnior Jair
Published: September 2023

No cotidiano doméstico e industrial a busca por maior eficiência e praticidade, leva à implementação de sistemas automatizados nos mais diversos equipamentos e projetos. Tendo isso em mente, é apresentado neste trabalho um sistema para controle e monitoramento remoto de equipamentos, no qual o Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) é o protocolo de Internet of Things (IoT). O projeto foi implementado a partir das placas de desenvolvimento: Arduino UNO e NodeMCU (ESP8266), ambas comunicando-se via serial, portas RX, TX e GND dos dispositivos. Sinais analógicos foram adquiridos pelo Arduino e enviados, via serial, à NodeMCU, que os condicionavam e enviavam ao Broker escolhido. Como resultado, os valores lidos ficavam acessíveis em um aplicativo de celular, com a capacidade de monitorar e controlar as entradas e saídas dos microcontroladores. A partir dos resultados obtidos, concluiu-se que a comunicação entre Arduino, NodeMCU e Broker, possibilitou a criação de um sistema de monitoramento e acionamento remoto com margem de escalabilidade.
O início do curso de ciências da Faculdade Dom Bosco e a formação de professores de matemática em São João del-Rei
Authors: De Paiva Paulo Henrique Apipe Avelar
Published: September 2023

Por meio deste trabalho discorremos sobre a formação de professores de Matemática na cidade de São João del-Rei. Mais especificamente, focalizamos a formação que o curso de Ciências da Faculdade Dom Bosco ofereceu. Utilizando a História Oral como aporte metodológico, partimos de 1966, ano da inauguração do curso, até meados da década de 1970 com o propósito de compreender como se deu tal formação no período inicial do curso. Utilizamos, para isso, o depoimento de dois professores da instituição que, antes, foram, também, alunos do referido curso, bem como textos escritos que versaram, brevemente sobre o período inicial da Licenciatura em Ciências. As análises apontaram para a formação aligeirada e sob o signo da urgência dos licenciandos, bem como para o enfoque privilegiado sobre as áreas de Física e Química em detrimento da Matemática.
Florid squamous papilloma of the tongue
Authors:   Institute of Dermatology, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou 510095, China, Zhang Xi Bao
Published: September 2023

A 47-year old Chinese woman presented with a 2-year history of multiple small flammulated papilloma-liked lesions on her tongue. She has noted an increase of the size and number of lesions within the past month, with significant harsh feeling, but the taste sensation is normal.
Spondylo epiphyseal dysplasia Czech type
Authors:   Genetics Department, University Hospital of Tours, Tours, France., Jeanne Mederic
Published: September 2023

A 20-year-old man presented to the clinic for early-onset arthropathy starting by the age of 13. On physical examination he had brachymetatarsia of the fourth toes
A brief comment about terminology and diagnostic standards in temporomandibular disorders
Authors:   Dentist expert in orofacial pain and orthodontics, Graduate Program in Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil., Aranha Ricardo Luiz de Barreto
Published: September 2023

Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a common musculoskeletal condition. Changes in diagnostic criteria followed the relevant changes in understanding of the etiology of TMD. The Diagnostic Criteria for Temporomandibular Disorders (DC/TMD) is a suite of validated instruments and guidelines for the most accurate and reliable diagnosis of various TMD-associated pathologies. This text review the leading DC/TMD questionnaire options, in either symptom checklists or psychosocial/functional sections.
A Retained Microcatheter Fragment in the middle cerebral artery: report of a rare complication
Authors:   Department of Neurology, Hotel-Dieu de France Hospital, Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon, Christian Matta
Published: September 2023

Mechanical thrombectomy is now a recommended treatment for large vessel occlusion in acute ischemic stroke. However, it is associated with a number of complications, which need to be minimized and effectively managed to maximize the benefits of thrombectomy. We describe an unusual and rare complication of microcatheter fracture after a successful thrombectomy for middle cerebral artery occlusion. Due to a lack of possibilities to remove it, we decided to manage it conservatively. Subsequently, the microcatheter fragment did not interrupt normal blood flow through the artery, and the patient has been doing well without neurological sequelae. Systematic reporting of such complications will aid in the design and development of thrombectomy devices in the future.
Choroidal granuloma as an initial manifestation of systemic tuberculosis
Authors:   Ophthalmology A Departement, Hopital des specialites, Rabat, Morocco., B Hala El
Published: September 2023

To describe the presentation and management of presumed ocular tuberculosis, successfully treated with anti-tubercular therapy alone.
Lymphangioleiomyomatose Pulmonaire lAM Typical CT image Thoracic
Authors:   Central Radiology Department, CHU Ibn Sina, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco, M Mribat
Published: September 2023

Pulmonary lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease characterized by interstitial proliferation of cells resembling dystrophic smooth muscle cells. It can occur sporadically or as part of a genetic disease; tuberous sclerosis of Bourneville.
The Role of T Cells and Innate Immunity in Long Term Immunity and Vaccine Development for COVID 9
Authors:   Peace and Health Organization, San Diego, California, USA., F Esmaeil
Published: September 2023

Coronaviruses are significant pathogens for humans. Our findings suggest that antibodies may not have a crucial role in long-term immunity against COVID-19, but T cells, a type of white blood cell, could play a critical role. T cells have long-term memory in the blood. Investigating mild cases of COVID19 in children is key to understanding the disease, as it may uncover important protective mechanisms and therapeutic targets. Children’s milder response to COVID-19 compared to adults suggests that children have a higher resistance to the virus due to their innate immune system. Our results indicate that phagocytes, a component of the innate immune system, play a significant role in eliminating COVID-19 in both mice and humans. We also found that CD4+ T cells activate B cells and play a crucial role in primary infections. Kids have higher levels of natural antibodies (IgM and IgG) compared to adult patients, and the number of γδ T cells increases both locally and systemically in kids with COVID-19, but decreases in adults with severe symptoms. Our observations have important implications for developing novel vaccines and therapies for COVID-19. To produce a vaccine, the following factors must be considered: 1) phagocytes, 2) natural antibodies, 3) T cells, and 4) white blood cells. The vaccine should be based on T cells instead of antibodies and should also boost the innate immune system, including phagocytes. A novel vaccine eliciting a protective immune response against SARS-Cov-2 is suggested.
Uterine artery embolization for the management of vaginal bleeding in endometrial cancer and ACS condition
Authors:   Cardio Oncology Research Center, Rajaie Cardiovascular Medical and Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Y Azam
Published: September 2023

A 76-year-old female with a history of hypothyroidism, arterial hypertension, Dyslipidemia and diabetes mellitus type 2 presented with vaginal bleeding that is diagnosed endometrial cancer for her. She had exertional chest pain function class 3.
Refractory Multifocal Coronary Artery Spasm Case report and literature review focusing on the treatment
Authors:   Cardiologist at Al Zahraa hospital university medical center, Lebanon., T Ali
Published: September 2023

Coronary vasospasm refers to when a coronary artery suddenly undergoes either complete or sub-total temporary occlusion. Though it has long been regarded to be benign, patients with coronary spasm may present with myocardial infarction, malignant arrhythmias and even sudden cardiac arrest. Spontaneous severe multivessel spasm, mimicking severe obstructive coronary artery disease remains a challenge in medical practice .Thus, high index of suspicion is crucial for diagnosis and timely management.
Concomitant Occurrence of Non cirrhotic Portal Hypertension Multiple Acute Cerebral Infarcts, and Lupus Nephritis in a Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Authors:   Department of Nephrology, Institute of Nephritic and Urinary Disease, Guizhou Provincial People’s Hospital, Guiyang, Guizhou, China., Z Yan ,   Department of Pulmonary Medicine, NHC Key Laboratory of Pulmonary Immunological Diseases, Guizhou Provincial People’s Hospital, Guiyang, China.,   Guizhou University medical college, Guiyang, China.
Published: September 2023

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by multiple organ involvement with extremely variable and heterogeneous clinical presentations. Patients with SLE do not often experience multiple acute ischemic strokes, and liver involvement caused by SLE itself, such as cirrhosis, portal hypertension, or hepatic encephalopathy, is even rarer. In this paper, we report on a 35-year-old woman with SLE simultaneously presenting with multiple acute ischemic strokes, portal hypertension, nodular regenerative hyperplasia and lupus nephritis. To our knowledge, such a concomitant occurrence has rarely been reported in SLE patients before.
Thromboembolism An unusual way of tissue diagnosis of Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Lungs
Authors:   Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Lahey Hospital, Burlington, MA., I Sardar Hassan
Published: September 2023

Lung carcinoma presents in multifarious ways from incidental imaging finding to respiratory or systemic symptoms secondary to local invasion or metastasis. We report an atypical presentation of lung cancer. A 69-year-old male presented with sudden onset bilateral lower extremity weakness. He had cold bilateral lower extremity with no palpable pulses or Doppler signals in the lower extremity. A computed tomographic angiographic (CTA) scan revealed large thrombus in the infra-renal aorta and bilateral common iliac arteries with total occlusion. Bilateral endovascular thrombectomy along with fasciotomy was done. Immuno-histochemical staining of thrombectomy mass showed metastatic squamous cell carcinoma. Positron emission tomography (PET) scan revealed hypermetabolic right pulmonary hilar foci with hypermetabolic mediastinal nodes. Diagnosis of non-small cell lung carcinoma was made and subsequently, chemotherapy was started. Atypical presentation and tissue diagnosis of lung cancer via histopathological examination from endovascular thrombectomy are quite unique. Our case highlights the importance of analysis of thrombectomy mass.