bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Spectrum of childhood dystonia evaluated at a tertiary care center from south India
Authors: V. H. Ganaraja , M. Netravathi , Kamble Nitish , Holla Vikram V. , Srinivas Dwarakanath , Yadav Ravi , Pal Pramod Kumar
Published: May 2024

INTRODUCTION:

Dystonia is one of the most common hyperkinetic movement disorders observed in children with neurological disorders. The objective of this study was to evaluate the demographic, etiological, and radiological profile of childhood dystonia.

METHODS:

This study is a retrospective chart review of children with dystonia (onset ≤18 years) who were admitted to our hospital from 2013 to 2017. All the relevant demographic data including the ethnicity, socioeconomic and cultural background, examination findings, electrophysiological, and other investigations were retrieved from the medical records.

RESULTS:

A total of 814 children were admitted and evaluated in the pediatric ward, of which 85 (38 girls) children had dystonia. Mean age at onset was 6.21 ± 5.21 years. Mean duration of illness was 3.51 ± 4.23 years. Generalized dystonia was noticed in 83.5% followed by focal dystonia in 8.2%. Hemidystonia and segmental dystonia were less commonly seen with 4.7% and 3.5% of cases, respectively. Brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was available in 82 patients; and diagnostic in 56.1% in the form of Wilson’s disease (14.1%) neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (14.1%), perinatal insult (8.2%), encephalitis (7.1%), mitochondrial cytopathy (3.5%), glutaric aciduria (2.4%), isovaleric acidemia (1.2%), metachromatic leukodystrophy (1.2%), acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (1.2%), and neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (1.2%). Two patients underwent surgical therapy in the form of deep brain stimulation and bilateral pallidotomy.

CONCLUSION:

Dystonia constitutes 10.4% of pediatric neurological admissions in our study cohort. Generalized dystonia is the commonest subtype. Brain MRI is useful in identifying etiology and it was diagnostic in nearly half of the patients (56.1%).
A Rare Case of Radicular Cyst in the Maxillary Sinus Masquerading as Mucous Retention Cyst
Authors: Chauhan Pratibha , Vohra Puneeta , Chaudhry Astha , Yadav Vishesh , Yadav Preetika
Published: May 2024

Cysts are pathological cavities lined by the epithelium that contains fluid or semifluid material. The term “odontogenic cyst” refers to the cyst related to the teeth. One of the most common odontogenic cysts, the periapical cyst, also known as the radicular cyst, is linked to a dead or nonvital tooth. Most often, the apices of the affected nonvital teeth serve as the epicenter of these cysts, although they can also be discovered on the lateral aspects of the roots in connection with lateral accessory root canals. There is something provocative about them. Most radicular cysts are small, but on rare occasions, they may enlarge to the point where they press against the maxillary sinus. In this instance, you can distinguish between pathology coming from the maxillary sinus itself and pathology with an odontogenic origin that is causing the sinus to be displaced by performing a comprehensive examination in conjunction with computed tomography (CT) imaging. This article highlights the use of advanced 3D diagnostic technologies like CT that details the care of a rare case of a huge radicular cyst involving the maxillary sinus in a 50-year-old female requiring surgical intervention.
The Challenge of a Pandemic on the Psychological State of Teenagers in India
Authors: Khurana Charu
Published: May 2024

The effects of coronavirus were not just physical but also psychological in all age groups and more so common among children and adolescents. Some children may have had experience of quarantine restrictions during this coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The mental health of millions of children worldwide has been put at risk, with at least one in seven forced to remain at home under nationwide public health orders – or recommendations – during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some of them also experienced domestic violence growing. The stress they are subjected to directly impacts their mental health on account of increased anxiety, changes in their diets and in school dynamics, fear, or even failing to scale the problem. Our aim is to bring up a discussion under different aspects and to alert public health and government agents about the need for surveillance and care of these individuals.
Hirsutism in patients with lichen planopilaris (LPP)
Authors: Nejad Kaveh Gharaei , Rafiei Rana , Eftekhari Hojat , Dibayi Fatemeh , Rafiei Elahe
Published: May 2024

Background

Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a form of autoimmune scarring alopecia with unknown etiology. Androgenic hormones may have a role in progression of LPP especially in menopausal women which could be associated with hirsutism. Therefore, we investigated the frequency of hirsutism as one of the clinical manifestations of androgen excess in women with LPP.

Patients and methods

This cross-sectional study was done during 5 years on 60 female LPP patients. Patients’ data were age, age-onset of LPP, menstrual status, body mass index (BMI), presence or absence of hirsutism, age-onset and location of hirsutism and history of nonfollicular lichen planus.

Results

Patients’ mean age was 46.53±10.03 years. Mean of age-onset of LPP in women was 41.35±10.48 years. Hirsutism was detected in 28.3% of cases. The mean of age-onset of LPP was 30.47±9.11 in women with hirsutism. Less than half of LPP patients (48.3%) were nonmenopausal women, of whom 41.4% had irregular menstrual periods. Overweight and obesity was detected in 43 (43.71%) of LPP cases. Age-onset of LPP in menopausal women was significantly higher than nonmenopausal women (P <0.001). Frequency of obesity in the menopausal and nonmenopausal groups was not significantly different.

Conclusion

More than a quarter of LPP patients had hirsutism. Due to high frequency of hirsutism in Iranian women, our findings do not show higher frequency of hirsutism in LPP cases compared with other women.
Royal jelly improved tramadol-induced testicular dysfunction in male albino rats
Authors: Ibrahim Hassan M. , Mostafa Nesreen N. , Mawas Amany S. , Khalil Atef , Hegazy Eisa M.
Published: May 2024

Background

Nowadays, there are many benefits and adverse effects of tramadol.

Aim

This study evaluates the effects of royal jelly (RJ) on tramadol-induced testicular toxicity, sperm changes, oxidative stress, and histopathological changes in male albino rats.

Methods

Forty male albino rats in the experimental randomized study design were classified into four groups and were treated for 4 weeks. Control group, tramadol-treated group, tramadol plus RJ-treated group, and RJ-treated group. Assessment of reproductive hormones, antioxidants, semen analysis, and histopathological examinations of all groups was done.

Results

Administration of RJ with tramadol in male albino rats ameliorates testicular toxicity, sperm abnormalities, and oxidative stress, and improves histopathological changes induced by tramadol administration.

Conclusions

RJ may counteract the toxic testicular effect of tramadol in male albino rats, so we can use it widely in reproductive health and male infertility.
Thymic stromal lymphopoietin: evaluating its role as a new marker related to presence of psoriasis vulgaris and its severity
Authors: Khaled Hesham N. , Elghobashy Yasser , El Sayed Enas M. A.
Published: May 2024

Background

Thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP), a proallergic cytokine, and T cell-derived CD40 ligand (CD40L) may collaborate to increase the production of IL-23 in psoriasis patients. One key cytokine, IL-23, is responsible for the unwarranted immune response in psoriasis sufferers.

Aim

The current study aims to shed light on the possible role of TSLP as a novel biomarker related to presence of psoriasis vulgaris lesions and its severe forms with exclusion of people with atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis, rheumatoid arthritis, graft versus host disease (GVHD), blood diseases and patient on anticoagulant therapy as well as pregnant and lactating females.

Patients and methods

40 subjects with psoriasis vulgaris participated in the current case-controlled research, whereas 40 healthy volunteers of similar age and gender served as the control group. The degree and extent of the illness were evaluated utilizing the psoriasis area and severity index (PASI) score. Serum was separated after blood samples from the venous blood of the subjects and control participants were taken. As soon as possible, the serum samples were frozen at −20°C. The Sandwich Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbant Assay (ELISA) was utilized to quantify serum TSLP.

Results

The case group’s serum TSLP levels rose statistically substantially more than those of the control group. In the cases group, there was a statistically strong positive relation between serum TSLP levels and PASI scores (P: < 0.001). There is a statistically strong positive relation between serum TSLP and patients’ age and illness duration, a statistically substantial rise in blood TSLP values in psoriatic arthritis patients and smokers.

Conclusion

Patients with psoriasis have higher serum TSLP levels, which are proportional to the disease’s severity.
Prevalence of Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Caused by Multidrug Resistant Isolates in an Intensive Care Unit Setting at a University Hospital
Authors: Kar Mitra , Singh Romya , Jamwal Ashima , Dubey Akanksha , Tejan Nidhi , Gurjar Mohan , Sahu Chinmoy
Published: May 2024

Background:

Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in acute respiratory distress syndrome patients is expected in the setting of prolonged mechanical ventilation due to abridged immunity and dysregulation of the microorganisms inhabiting the oral cavity. We conducted this study to identify the spectrum of microorganisms causing VAP in patients admitted to the medicine intensive care unit (MICU) and their antibiotic susceptibility patterns.

Materials and Methods:

We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional laboratory-based study from January 2021 to April 2021. Our cohort included patients with respiratory distress who were admitted to the MICU. We observed the incidence of VAP and the risk factors responsible for multidrug resistance (MDR) microorganisms in the MICU, along with 250-day survival in the existence of specific comorbidities along with VAP.

Results:

Clinical charts of patients (n = 366) admitted to the MICU between January 2021 and April 2021 were used. The mean age of patients admitted to MICU was 57.3 ± 18.7 years with a male predominance (n = 252, 68.8%). VAP was diagnosed in 69.1% (n = 253) of patients, and the most common microorganism in our cohort was Klebsiella pneumoniae (n = 78, 30.8%), followed by Acinetobacter spp. (n = 77, 30.4%). None of the K. pneumoniae isolates (n = 0/78) and only a minority of Acinetobacter spp. (n = 4/77, 5.2%) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates (n = 8/54, 14.8%) were susceptible to fluoroquinolones. A higher proportion of K. pneumoniae (n = 1/78, 1.3%), Acinetobacter spp. (n = 2/77, 2.6%), and P. aeruginosa isolates (n = 9/54, 16.7%) were susceptible to aminoglycosides. The incidence rate of MDR microorganisms among the 253 patients diagnosed with VAP was 92.8% (n = 219/253).

Conclusion:

There is a high prevalence of multidrug resistance (MDR) isolates among those causing VAP in the MICU setting. Knowing the broad spectrum of causative pathogens and their susceptibility to various antibiotics may guide the physician injudicious and appropriate use of antibiotics for treatment.
Ultrasound-guided Pectoral Nerve Block in Combination with Interpleural Block for Surgical Anesthesia during Breast Cancer Surgery: A Prospective Feasibility Study
Authors: Kundra Pankaj , Raju P. G. , Vinayagam Stalin , Kate Vikram
Published: May 2024

Background:

The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of ultrasound-guided pectoral nerve block combined with interpleural block for surgical anesthesia during the modified radical mastectomy (MRM).

Methods:

Thirty-six female patients scheduled to undergo MRM were included in this study. After taking all aseptic precautions, an ultrasound-guided pectoral nerve block and interpleural block were performed with 20 ml of 0.25% bupivacaine for each block. We started all patients on dexmedetomidine infusion to achieve conscious sedation and used injection ketamine as rescue analgesia. We recorded hemodynamic parameters throughout the surgery and visual analog scale scores of pain at baseline and after providing rescue analgesia. Postoperatively, we assessed surgeon and patient satisfaction scores.

Results:

MRM was completed in 31 (86%) out of the 36 recruited patients. Among these 31 patients, 5 (16%) did not require a rescue dose of ketamine, 14 (45%) required one rescue dose, and 12 (39%) patients required two rescue doses of ketamine. Postoperatively, the median patient and surgeon satisfaction scores were 85 (75–90) and 85 (80–90), respectively. The mean dose of dexmedetomidine was 175 (±27) μg, and the mean dose of ketamine was 32.8 (±6) mg. No serious adverse events were reported.

Conclusion:

MRM can be feasibly performed under ultrasound-guided pectoral nerve block and interpleural block, along with conscious sedation, without any significant adverse events.
Efficacy of lignocaine nebulization in patients with COVID-19 respiratory infection: An exploratory randomized double-blinded controlled trial
Authors: Talawar Praveen , Tripathy Debendra Kumar , Kaushal Ashutosh , Dhar Mridul , Vijaybabu Adabala , Tuppad Praik , Priyanka Sangadala , Kumar Deepak , Sharma Ruhi , Kumar Sumedha Suresh
Published: May 2024

Background and Aims:

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)-related pneumonia is proposed to be an inflammatory process. The treatment currently includes supportive therapy and low-dose steroids. Anti-inflammatory drugs have been proposed to prevent cytokine storms and improve oxygenation in such cases. The study aimed to assess the efficacy of nebulized lignocaine in COVID-19 patients with pneumonia.

Material and Methods:

This was an exploratory randomized double-blinded control trial conducted in COVID-19 patients with respiratory failure requiring oxygen therapy either by face mask or non-invasive mechanical ventilation. Patients included were of the age of more than 18 years of either gender. The patients were randomized to receive either lignocaine or distilled water nebulization. The outcomes assessed were PaO2/FiO2 ratio, hemodynamics, respiratory parameters, and sequential organ failure score (SOFA).

Results:

The two groups were comparable concerning demographic variables. The PaO2/FiO2 were significantly higher in the lignocaine group from day 2 onward. The SPO2 was significantly higher on day 3 in the lignocaine group and thereafter there was no significant difference. Other hemodynamic, respiratory parameters, and SOFA scores showed no difference in both the groups.

Conclusion:

Lignocaine nebulization improved oxygenation in COVID-19 patients and can be used as adjunctive therapy along with other supportive medications.
Achondroplasia and its Oral Manifestations
Authors: Nanmaran P N , Nyodu Topi , Bag Anisha , Sarkar Subir , Roychowdhury Somen
Published: May 2024

Achondroplasia is the most common type of skeletal dysplasia that manifests with stunted stature and disproportionate limb shortening. Achondroplasia is of special interest in dentistry because of its typical craniofacial manifestations. We report a 9-year-old girl who had all the characteristic manifestations of achondroplasia with a special emphasis on orofacial features. This article highlights the peculiar manifestations of this anomaly.
Uniplanar Monorail Fixator for Knee Arthrodesis in Triple Deformity, an Effective Technique
Authors: Kurmi Arun Chaudhary , Kalia Roop Bhusan , Ansari Sajid , Paul Souvik
Published: May 2024

Limb reconstruction system (LRS) is a preferred method of choice for limb lengthening as well as to achieve the optimum level of compression in arthrodesis, thus enhancing primary bone healing. The case of a 30-year-old female diagnosed with triple deformity of the right knee due to advanced tubercular arthritis underwent left knee arthrodesis with uniplanar bilateral LRS fixator after 2 years of illness. The patient had an optimal fusion in the postoperative period with satisfactory outcomes regarding pain and mobilization. There are lots of cases of tubercular knee that might land into advanced tubercular arthritis. Such cases can have this sort of surgical management as an effective means.
Pathological Fracture due to the Aneurysmal Bone Cyst Involving a Large Segment of Radius Diaphysis in an Adolescent
Authors: Dharmshaktu Ganesh Singh , Dharmshaktu Ishwar Singh , Agarwal Naveen
Published: May 2024

A cystic lesion of the long bones occasionally presents with a pathological fracture. Various etiologies are described, and the aneurysmal bone cyst (ABC) is an uncommon lesion in the forearm bones. Usually, ABC involves the metaphyseal region as an eccentric expansile lesion and its presence in diaphysis is rare. Involvement of a large segment of a long bone is a very uncommon presentation for any cystic lesion including ABC. Fracture resulting in the settings of ABC with an extensive diaphyseal involvement is a rare and challenging presentation. We describe relevant details pertaining to a case of a 13-year-old female involving a large segment of the radial diaphysis that was managed operatively and finally diagnosed as ABC. She had good outcome in the follow-up of 5 years, and no postoperative complication or recurrence was noted.
Influence of climatic factors on the life stages of Aedes mosquitoes and vectorial transmission: A review
Authors: Prasad Pooja , Gupta Sanjeev Kumar , Mahto Kaushal Kumar , Kumar Gaurav , Rani Alka , Velan Iyyappan , Arya Deepak Kumar , Singh Himmat
Published: May 2024

Vector-borne diseases are rampant across the world. Studies have been conducted to assess the impact of climatic factors on the life stages of various mosquito species. In this study, the overall effect of climatic factors such as temperature and relative humidity on the life span, survivability, development, and vectorial capacity of Aedes mosquito species has been evaluated. A literature survey was done through PubMed, Google Scholar, and Shodhganga databases using the keywords’ “Aedes”, “temperature”, and “humidity”. The search output was analyzed in terms of the impact of environmental factors on the life stages of Aedes species and it was observed that both temperature and relative humidity act as significant indicators for dengue vector propagation and virus transmission. A total of 86 research papers were selected for inclusion, and the study is divided into five criteria: (i) egg eclosion, (ii) larval development, (iii) pupal development, (iv) adult survival, and (v) vector transmission. A 95% Confidence Interval (CI) was estimated using SPSS software. Literature mining results revealed the most optimal temperatures for egg eclosion, larval development, pupal development, adult survival, and vector transmission were 24.03±3.79, 24.81±3.23, 26.18±3.96, 26.55±2.71, and 29.78±2.77, respectively. The study finds a knowledge gap regarding the impacts of relative humidity on Aedes biology. The outcomes of this work will contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the core behavioral patterns of Aedes mosquitoes under evolving climatic circumstances. Furthermore, these findings will play a pivotal role in shaping forthcoming strategies for mosquito control.
Eosinophilic esophagitis: Current concepts in diagnosis and management
Authors: Alsohaibani Fahad I. , Peedikayil Musthafa C. , Alzahrani Mohammed A. , Azzam Nahla A. , Almadi Majid A. , Dellon Evan S. , Al-Hussaini Abdulrahman A.
Published: May 2024

Eosinophilic esophagitis is an antigen-mediated chronic inflammatory disorder that has risen in incidence and prevalence over the past 2 decades. The clinical presentation is variable and consists of mainly esophageal symptoms such as dysphagia, heartburn, food impaction, and vomiting. Current management relies on dietary elimination, proton-pump inhibitors, and topical corticosteroids with different response rates and relapses after treatment discontinuation. With a better understanding of the underlying pathophysiology, many molecules emerged recently as targeted treatment including dupilumab (IL4/IL13 blocker), as the first FDA-approved biological treatment, which has changed the management paradigm.
Intermidialidade: cinema e adaptação – palavra e imagem – transmidia(lidade)
Authors:   Thaïs Flores Nogueira Diniz,   Ana Luiza Ramazzina-Ghirardi,   Camila Augusta Pires de Figueiredo
Published: May 2024

Este livro é composto de textos de autoria de eminentes pesquisadores, traduzidos por membros do Grupo de Pesquisa Intermídia: Estudos sobre a Intermidialidade. O volume se inicia com um texto de Claus Clüver, professor emérito da Universidade de Indiana, que faz uma síntese crítica dos estudos das relações entre literatura e as outras artes e mídias. Os textos que se seguem, divididos em três seções – Cinema e adaptação, Palavra e imagem e Transmidia(lidade) –, discutem e ilustram procedimentos intermidiáticos como, por exemplo, a tradução, a écfrase, a transmidialidade, a transposição, as referências intermidiáticas e a combinação das mídias.
INDIGENOUS FEMINISM IN POSTCOLONIAL SOUTH ASIA AND AFRICA: RESILIENCE, RESISTANCE, AND RECLAMATION OF IDENTITY THROUGH MONGO BETI’S “MISSION TO KALA” AND MUMTAZ SHAHNAWAZ’S “THE HEART DIVIDED”
Authors: Tariq Maryam , Dr Amara Khan
Published: May 2024

The paper investigates the relationship between colonialism and female identity formation. This paper also aims to present the development of the female identity in Pakistan and Cameroon that are postcolonial countries. As, it exposes the role of traditions and culture of postcolonial countries in subjugation as well as empowerment of women. The researcher has attempted to present a case for colonial after-effects on the identity of the inhabitants of the two former colonies of Africa and South Asia, based on several background studies. This paper concludes that the genuine liberation cannot be achieved without unity of the sexes. Furthermore, a country's degree of freedom is based on how free its women are to exercise their right to choose. In a similar vein, a society's degree of civilization can be inferred from how its members treat women. This paper derives from an interest in Postcolonial studies. It has used as a tool for researching the phenomena of postcolonialism and colonialism. The theoretical foundation for this paper is formulated by postcolonial discourse theory, and the textual analysis of the novel is limited to matters relevant to this discourse.
La gestión escolar basada en Inteligencia Artificial para mejorar el rendimiento académico
Authors: Jaramillo Diana María Pendolema , Barcenes Víctor Alejandro Bosquez
Published: May 2024

La calidad y eficacia de la gestión escolar, a nivel institucional, se posiciona como un elemento dinámico y cambiante que no solo se adapta a las necesidades de la sociedad, sino que también orienta el desarrollo positivo de la educación y asegura un futuro más incluyente y exitoso para todos. La presente investigación tiene como finalidad determinar la contribución de la gestión escolar basada en Inteligencia Artificial para el mejoramiento del rendimiento académico de los estudiantes de la Escuela de Educación Básica La Ronda. Se desarrolló bajo un un enfoque cualitativo con alcance descriptivo, la muestra se constituyo por 24 docentes de la Escuela de Educación Básica La Ronda; en la recolección se empleó una entrevista estructura de 10 preguntas diseñadas con las categorías establecidas; y para el procesamiento de datos se consideró a la teoría fundamentada que permitió un análisis de los códigos y categorías a través de las redes semánticas generadas en el Software de ATLAS.ti. Los resultados indican que la integración de la Inteligencia Artificial en la gestión escolar representa una valiosa herramienta para potenciar el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes, siempre que se aborden de manera adecuada los desafíos y se cuente con el apoyo y la participación activa de la comunidad educativa.
Upaya Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Profesionalisme Guru di SMPN 4 Sidoarjo
Authors: Rohmatulloh Habib , Damashita Florencya Agatha , Jannah Fithri Annisaul , Trihantoyo Syunu , Nuphanudin Nuphanudin
Published: May 2024

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui upaya yang dilakukan sekolah dalam meningkatkan kualitas guru melalui profesionalisme. Penelitian ini dilakukan di SMPN 4 Sidoarjo. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif. Data diperoleh melalui wawancara dengan kepala sekolah dan wali kelas sebagai narasumber. Berdasarkan penelitian ini, dapat dipahami bahwa pengembangan profesionalisme guru dapat dilakukan dengan berbagai cara. Profesionalisme guru dapat diukur melalui kepribadian, kemampuan pedagogik, dan kompetensi sosial. Guru sebagai pelaksana pembelajaran harus mampu memiliki kemampuan merencanakan, melaksanakan dan mengevaluasi pembelajaran. Peran kepala sekolah juga penting dalam meningkatkan profesionalisme guru. Kepala sekolah dapat melakukan supervisi dan mengevaluasi kinerja guru agar kinerja guru dapat lebih berkembang.
Ahlaki Olgunluk, Depresyon, Anksiyete Ve Stres (DASS) Arasındaki İlişkinin Nicel Değerlendirmesi
Authors: Gökçen Kapusuz Ayşe , İmadoğlu Kalkan Tuğba
Published: May 2024

Bu araştırmanın temel amacı ahlaki olgunluk düzeyi ile depresyon, anksiyete ve stres (DASS) arasındaki ilişkiyi analiz etmektir. Türkiye'de Hemşirelik bölümünde öğrenim gören 483 öğrenciden 244'ünün katılımıyla elde edilen veriler istatistiksel olarak analiz edilmiş ve bulgular yorumlanmıştır. 184 kız (%75,4) ve 60 erkek (%24,6) öğrenci katkıda bulunmuş olup; ankete katılan öğrencilerin yaş ortalaması 41,52 olarak bulgulanmıştır. Analiz sonuçları, kullanılan tüm değişkenler için güvenirlik katsayılarının oldukça yüksek olduğunu göstermiştir. Ahlaki olgunluk ölçeği için 0,908, (DASS) ölçeğinde yer alan depresyon için 0,834, kaygı için 0,928 ve stres için 0,903 bulunmuştur. Ayrıca ahlaki olgunluk ile depresyon ve kaygı arasında anlamlı ve negatif ilişkiler dikkat çekmektedir; stresle de anlamsız bir ilişki elde edilmiştir. Tahmin edildiği ve beklendiği gibi bireylerin ahlaki olgunluk düzeyi arttıkça depresyon ve anksiyete gibi yaygın ve bilinen hastalıklar azalacaktır. Bireyler bu sorunlarla baş etme becerisine sahip oldukları sürece iş ve sosyal yaşamlarında daha sağlıklı, daha kaliteli ve daha olgun bir hayat yaşayacaklardır.
Impactos da pandemia da covid-19 na participação do brincar de crianças com cardiopatia: percepção de mães e crianças
Authors: Rodrigues Isabel Cristina Santos , Lima Juliana de Silva , Aita Karla Maria Siqueira Coelho , Folha Débora Ribeiro Da Silva Campos , Rodrigues Raiza Morais
Published: May 2024

Introdução: As Cardiopatias Congênitas podem desencadear alterações relacionadas ao desenvolvimento infantil. Somando-se ao risco de desenvolvimento atípico causado pelo quadro cardiológico, no contexto pandêmico a criança pode também vivenciar alterações advindas do isolamento social. Ademais, pode ocorrer a supervalorização da doença pelo cuidador, gerando limitações na participação da criança no brincar. Objetivo: Compreender os impactos da pandemia da COVID-19 para a participação da criança com cardiopatia no brincar. Métodos: Foi realizado um estudo de abordagem qualitativa, no qual participaram seis crianças com idades entre 7 e 12 anos em atendimento ambulatorial e suas respectivas mães. Como instrumento de coleta de dados, utilizou-se a entrevista estruturada. Para a análise dos dados, foi adotada a técnica de Análise do Conteúdo. Resultados: Emergiram quatro categorias de análise a partir de elementos como as interferências da cardiopatia e da COVID-19 no brincar e na rotina das crianças. O novo cenário ocasionou mudanças na rotina da maioria das crianças participantes devido às medidas de distanciamento social e ao receio de contrair o vírus. Além disso, grande parte associou a COVID-19 com sentimentos de ansiedade e solidão, o que interferiu na motivação e participação no brincar. Conclusão: O contexto pandêmico, bem como o isolamento social advindo dele, provocaram mudanças na rotina das crianças com cardiopatia. As narrativas possibilitam notar os impactos negativos nos aspectos psicoemocionais das crianças, interferindo na participação destas no brincar.
O “novo” Ensino Médio sob a lógica do mercado
Authors: Henrique Eleuterio Fargoni Everton , Silva Júnior João dos Reis , Vicente William Augusto , Zacarias Mayna
Published: May 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma análise crítica sobre a reforma do ensino médio no Brasil, a partir da influência do capital financeiro na educação. Explora a origem dos ditames neoliberais no país, assim como os conceitos de comoditização, empresariamento e mercantilização da educação para responder nesse ciclo de ensino, como o estudante pode ser afastado de sua condição de sujeitos históricos e sociais. O texto destaca a importância de se consolidar um plano democrático para o ensino médio, que considere as vocações, aspirações e necessidades dos estudantes, e que os prepare para pensar criticamente sobre a realidade e a sociedade em que vivem. Para isso, é necessário superar a lógica do mercado e investir em uma educação pública, gratuita e de qualidade. Promovendo a formação integral dos estudantes, contribuindo para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa e igualitária. Conclui, alertando para os desafios que envolvem a reforma do ensino médio no Brasil e propõe uma reflexão crítica sobre as políticas neoliberais que têm influenciado o campo da educação no país.
The Ombudsman as a Manifestation of Passive Transparency in the Special Social Security Regime of the Municipalities of Rio de Janeiro State
Authors: De Mendonça Florindo Fábio , Thomazi Thomaz , Pereira Bonfim Mariana , Carlin Passos Ivan
Published: May 2024

We identify how the Special Social Security Regime (RPPS) Ombudsman of municipalities of Rio de Janeiro State falls under the level I certification of the RPPS Pro-Management Program, in the indicator related to the Ombudsman; a tool to promote the democratic participation of citizens through passive transparency. The relevance of this study stems from the fact that the RPPS are in charge of managing a substantial number of resources, having managed around 157 billion Reais in investments for their respective insureds in 2020 (SPREV, 2021). Through documental analysis performed on the websites of the Rio de Janeiro RPPS and their respective federative entities, we concluded that among the 92 municipalities in the State, only 79 have RPPS. Furthermore, 54.4% of municipalities have a communication channel in the RPPS, while 43.1% have it available through the Federal Entity to which they are linked, and 2.5% have no such communication channel. Thus, we state that most RPPS has given due importance to the RPPS Pro-Management Manual, specifically regarding the accomplishment of the goal of providing more transparency to the relationship between the insured and society.
The Mediating Effect of Organizational Climate on The Relationship Between Self-Efficacy and Autonomy of Work of Teachers
Authors: Mama Salambai A. , Tagadiad Celso L.
Published: May 2024

This study looked at the impact of organizational climate in mediating the relationship between teacher self-efficacy and work autonomy among public school secondary teachers in the Municipality of Sto. Tomas, Davao del Norte. This study used a descriptive-correlational research (mediation analysis) approach with a sample of 300 public secondary school teachers. Three different survey questionnaires were employed to collect data from respondents, which were then subjected to content validity and reliability testing. The data was examined using the mean, Pearson-r, multiple linear regression analysis, and Medgraph with the Sobel z-test. The findings demonstrated that organizational climate, self-efficacy, and autonomy of the work of teachers are often observed. Furthermore, there was a strong link between these variables. The study found a substantial partial mediation of organizational climate on the link between self-efficacy and autonomy of work of public secondary school teachers in the Municipality of Sto. Tomas.
Estrategias enseñanza-aprendizaje y su influencia en la formación académica de los estudiantes de la Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo
Authors: Ochoa Mendieta Maira Amarilis , Ronquillo Murrieta Gladys Verónica , Lema Ojeda Jefferson David
Published: May 2024

El presente trabajo de investigación tiene como objetivo identificar las estrategias de enseñanza-aprendizaje (E-A) implementadas por los docentes y su influencia en la formación académica de los estudiantes Escuela de Educación de la Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo, en la Carrera Pedagogía de las Ciencias Experimentales-Informática, Cuarto Semestre “A-B”, Período Académico Noviembre 2021-Abril 2022, en la modalidad virtual, además de examinar cuáles son las diferentes estrategias que permiten el mejoramiento en los procesos de E-A describir el uso correcto de los factores de E-A relacionando los conocimientos teóricos y prácticos, permitiendo la creación de jóvenes analistas, críticos y reflexivos. El tipo de investigación fue bajo el enfoque cuantitativo; dado que se usaron técnicas de recolección y el análisis estadístico de datos para responder las preguntas realizadas a la muestra seleccionada, además el diseño fue de tipo exploratorio a través de la técnica de recolección de datos (encuesta), por medio de un formulario diseñado en Google Forms, aplicado a 54 participantes, siendo éstos: 50 estudiantes y 4 docentes del Paralelo A-B. Los datos obtenidos permitieron señalar que las estrategias de E-A son instrumentos que normalmente utilizan los docentes para contribuir a la implementación y desarrollo de las competencias de los estudiantes.
Dynamic Study of Wind Turbine Propeller Bearings
Authors: Sissoko Kardigué , Traoré Moussa Magara
Published: May 2024

The increase in electricity outages due to the high price of fuel is pushing researchers to explore other alternatives to compensate for the use of fossil fuels. Wind energy, being the second most used New and Renewable Energy in the world after solar energy, remains a sustainable solution for the Sahelo-Saharan countries where the wind (inexhaustible source) is permanent. This work presents a dynamic model of wind turbines, particularly those with a vertical axis, in order to optimize the loads on the bearings of the wind turbine while maximizing the power produced. Certainly, previous research has illustrated the maximum power produced by the wind rotor, this power leads to an increase in the motor torque from which the forces on the rotor bearings emanate, our model comes to resolve this problem, that is to say maximize power while especially minimizing the axial force on the rotor bearing which, in reality, is a source of degradation of said bearings. Thus, we referred to two theories, the theory of axial flow and the theory of the blade element, the latter will take into account the one-dimensional and bidirectional theory of a wind rotor. The dynamic model thus obtained is simulated by MATLAB/Simulink and we were able to determine the ideal angle of inclination of the blades allowing maximum power to be obtained while minimizing the forces on the wind rotor.
The Role of Diaspora Entrepreneurship in Economic Development: a Case Study of Nigeria
Authors: Ughulu John
Published: May 2024

Diaspora entrepreneurship has emerged as a significant driver of economic development, particularly in countries with large diaspora populations. This research paper delves into the dynamic relationship between diaspora entrepreneurship and economic development in the context of Nigeria. Through an exploration of motivations, challenges, and contributions, the paper assesses the substantial impact of Nigerian diaspora entrepreneurs on economic growth. The study highlights the roles they play in job creation, foreign investment, knowledge transfer, and innovation. The findings underscore the importance of leveraging diaspora entrepreneurship for sustainable economic development, offering insights for policymakers and stakeholders.
Competencias digitales docentes en estudiantes de Pedagogía de la Universidad de Tarapacá. Un estudio de caso en el norte chileno
Authors: Alfaro Pérez Víctor , Capetillo Velasquez Rubén
Published: May 2024

Es fundamental un profesorado con Competencias Digitales Docentes (CDD) para facilitar el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje y la formación de los estudiantes en competencias digitales. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo valorar el nivel de CDD del alumnado próximo a egresar de las carreras de la Facultad de Educación y Humanidades de la Universidad de Tarapacá. Se optó por una metodología de investigación de tipo mixta, encuestando a 136 estudiantes que realizaron su práctica profesional durante el 2021, y que han completado su formación pedagógica y disciplinaria. Para el estudio cuantitativo se aplicó el cuestionario DigCompEdu CheckIn (Redecker, 2020), complementado con el levantamiento de información de un grupo focal de supervisores de prácticas y el análisis de los syllabus de asignaturas TIC para el estudio cualitativo. La valoración obtenida sitúa a los estudiantes en un nivel medio-alto, y solo en un área existen diferencias significativas a favor de las mujeres. Esta valoración se ve reafirmada por la opinión de los supervisores de prácticas y el análisis de los syllabus. El alto nivel de valoración alcanzado en CDD se justificaría debido al formato virtual en el periodo de pandemia. Por tanto, se estima necesario efectuar nuevas investigaciones y no ser complacientes con los resultados obtenidos.
ANIMASI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN IPS DENGAN MODEL KOOPERATIF TIPE JIGSAW : PENGARUHNYA TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR DAN NURTURANT EFFECT
Authors: Sugiantoro Sugiantoro
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui pengaruh yang signifikan model pembelajaran kooperatif tipe jigsaw berbantuan animasi pada siswa kelas VII SMP. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas VII SMP. Jumlah responden adalah 30 siswayang mana responden merupakan populasi sekaligus sampel penelitian. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif dengan rancangan one group prestest-posttest. Dari hasil analisis diatas: (1) Perbedaan hasil belajar pada model pembelajaraan kooperatif dengan strategi jigsaw berbantuan animasi dilihat dari rerata skor pretest (69,57), dan skor posttest (84,80) dan ketuntasan individu pada saat pretest (43%) dan posttest (80%), sedangkan ketuntasan belajar secara klasikal mencapai lebih 80% sehingga mencapai Kriteria Ketuntasan Minimal (KKM), 2) Respon siswa terhadap model pembelajaran kooperatif tipe jigsaw berbantuan animasi diperoleh adalah 87% peserta didik  menyukai suasana kelas, dan 96% peserta didik  suka dengan cara guru mengajarkan materi, dan 88% peserta didik  menganggap dirinya terbantu dan mendapatkan kesempatan yang lebih serta 89% peserta didik  merasa mendapat kesempatan yang baik dalam menyatakan ide, menanggapi pertanyaan, mengajukan pertanyaan, dan mempresentasikan hasil pekerjaan sehingga menumbuhkan sikap percaya diri, mampu berpikir kritis, bersifat terbuka, motivasi diri, kerjasama, dan tanggung jawab, 3) terdapat kefektifan penerpaan model pembelajaran kooperatif tipe jigsaw dalam pembelajaran IPS yang dibuktikan dengan percentage of agreement yang diperoleh dari dua orang pengamat sebesar 97%.
TRÁFICO DE ÓRGÃOS HUMANOS
Authors: Mesquita Vitória Divina Costa de , Barros Filho Jorge
Published: May 2024

A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo realizar um estudo sobre o tráfico de órgãos no Brasil, abordando as complexidades legais e as brechas que permitem a persistência deste crime severamente punido, mas altamente lucrativo. Foi feita uma análise detalhada da Lei de Transplantes (Lei nº 9.434/97), destinada a regular de forma ética e controlada a doação e o transplante de órgãos, com o intuito de proteger indivíduos vulneráveis e prevenir abusos e explorações. Adicionalmente, a pesquisa destacou os desafios enfrentados na aplicação eficaz dessa legislação, considerando a capacidade variável de fiscalização e a corrupção que podem enfraquecer os esforços de combate a esse crime. Foram examinados casos emblemáticos, como o Caso Pavesi, que ilustram as consequências devastadoras do tráfico de órgãos e sublinham a necessidade urgente de aprimoramento nas políticas de saúde e segurança pública. A investigação também incluiu um estudo sobre as medidas adotadas pela Comissão Parlamentar de Inquérito de 2004, que confirmou a existência de redes criminosas e a coação de pessoas em condições de extrema pobreza a venderem seus órgãos. Discutiu-se sobre estratégias potenciais para fortalecer a legislação, aumentar a conscientização pública e promover a cooperação internacional, como formas de mitigar a incidência e as consequências do tráfico de órgãos no Brasil.
A new dual-frequency stratospheric–tropospheric and meteor radar: system description and first results
Authors: Xu Qingchen , Reid Iain Murray , Cai Bing , Adami Christian , Zhang Zengmao , Zhao Mingliang , Li Wen
Published: May 2024

Abstract. A new dual-frequency stratospheric–tropospheric (ST) and meteor radar has been built and installed at the Langfang Observatory in northern China. It utilizes a new two-frequency system design that allows interleaved operation at 53.8 MHz for ST mode and at 35.0 MHz for meteor mode, thus optimizing performance for both ST wind retrieval and meteor trail detection. In dedicated meteor mode, the daily meteor count rate reaches over 40 000 and allows wind estimation at finer time resolutions than the 1 h typical of most meteor radars. The root mean square uncertainty of the ST wind measurements is better than 2 m s−1 when estimating the line of best fit with radiosonde winds. Preliminary observation results for 1 month of winter gravity wave (GW) momentum fluxes in the mesosphere, lower stratosphere and troposphere are also presented. A case of waves generated by the passage of a cold front is found.
Large Spatiotemporal Variability in Aerosol Properties over Central Argentina during the CACTI Field Campaign
Authors: Fast Jerome D. , Varble Adam C. , Mei Fan , Pekour Mikhail , Tomlinson Jason , Zelenyuk Alla , Sedlacek III Art J. , Zawadowicz Maria , Emmons Louisa K.
Published: May 2024

Abstract. Few field campaigns with extensive aerosol measurements have been conducted over continental areas in the southern hemisphere. To address this data gap and better understand the interactions of convective clouds and the surrounding environment, extensive in situ and remote sensing measurements were collected during the Cloud, Aerosol, and Complex Terrain Interactions (CACTI) field campaign conducted between October 2018 and April 2019 over the Sierras de Córdoba range of central Argentina. This study describes measurements of aerosol number, size, composition, mixing state, and cloud condensation nuclei (CCN) collected at the ground and from a research aircraft during seven weeks of the campaign. Large spatial and multi-day variations in aerosol number, size, composition, and CCN were observed due to transport from upwind sources controlled by mesoscale to synoptic-scale meteorological conditions. Large vertical wind shears, back trajectories, single particle measurements, and chemical transport model predictions indicate that different types of emissions and source regions, including biogenic emissions and biomass burning from the Amazon and anthropogenic emissions from Chile and eastern Argentina, contribute to aerosols observed during CACTI. Repeated aircraft measurements near the boundary layer top reveal strong spatial and temporal variations in CCN and demonstrate that understanding the complex co-variability of aerosol properties and clouds is critical to quantify the impact of aerosol-cloud interactions. In addition to quantifying aerosol properties in this data-sparse region, these measurements will be valuable to evaluate predictions over the mid latitudes of South America and improve parameterized aerosol processes in local, regional, and global models.
Unexpected scarcity of ANME Archaea in hydrocarbon seeps within Monterey Bay
Authors: Semler Amanda Clare , Dekas Anne Elizabeth
Published: May 2024

Abstract. Marine hydrocarbon seeps typically harbor a relatively predictable microbiome, including anaerobic methanotrophic (ANME) archaea. Here, we sampled two cold seeps in Monterey Bay, CA – Clam Field and Extrovert Cliff – which have been known for decades but never characterized microbiologically. Many aspects of these seeps were typical of seeps worldwide, including elevated methane and sulfide concentrations, 13C-depleted dissolved inorganic carbon, and the presence of characteristic macrofauna. However, we observed atypical microbial communities: extremely few ANME sequences were detected in either 16S rRNA or mcrA gene surveys at Clam Field (<0.1 % of total community reads), even after six months of incubation with methane in the laboratory, and only slightly more ANME sequences were recovered from Extrovert Cliff (<0.3 % of total community reads). At Clam Field, a lack of ANME mcrA transcription, a lack of methane-dependent sulfate reduction, and a linear porewater methane profile were consistent with low or absent methanotrophy. Although the reason for the scarcity of ANME is yet unclear, we postulate that non-methane hydrocarbon release excludes anaerobic methanotrophs directly or indirectly (e.g., through competitive interactions with hydrocarbon-degrading bacteria). Our findings highlight the potential for hydrocarbon seeps without this critical biofilter, with implications for their contribution to global methane emissions.
Smart Bridge Damage Assessment through Integrated Multi-Sensor Fusion Vehicle Monitoring
Authors: Karamoozian Aminreza , Varshosaz Masood , Karamoozian Amirhossein , Li Huxiong , Fang Zhaoxi
Published: May 2024

Abstract. This study explores the efficacy of vehicle-assisted monitoring for bridge damage assessment, emphasizing the integration of diverse sensor data sources. A novel method utilizing a deep neural network is proposed, enabling the fusion of fixed sensors on bridges and onboard vehicle sensors for damage assessment. The network offers scalability, robustness, and implementability, accommodating various measurement types while handling noise and dynamic loading conditions. The main novel aspect of our work is its ability to extract damage-sensitive features without signal preprocessing for future bridge health monitoring systems. Through numerical evaluations, considering realistic operational conditions, the proposed method demonstrates the capability to detect subtle damage under varying traffic conditions. Findings underscore the importance of integrating vehicle and bridge sensor data for reliable damage assessment, recommending strategies for optimal monitoring implementation by road authorities and bridge owners.
Aspekty i ramy prawne sztucznej inteligencji na gruncie prawa Unii Europejskiej. Część 2
Authors: Kusznieruk Piotr , Zemke-Górecka Agnieszka
Published: May 2024

Postęp technologiczny w ciągu ostatnich lat doprowadził do rozwoju sztucznej inteligencji (AI). Pomimo braku jednej przyjętej definicji rzeczonego pojęcia za system SI uznaje się oprogramowania, które naśladują ludzkie procesy myślowe. Sztuczna inteligencja niesie ze sobą wiele pozytywnych aspektów, może jednak zarazem prowadzić do naruszenia praw podstawowych jednostek. W związku z tym konieczne jest takie uregulowanie procesów związanych z dynamicznie rozwijającą się technologią, aby odbywały się one w sposób bezpieczny i godny zaufania. Celem niniejszego artykułu jest przedstawienie i omówienie prawnych aspektów oraz ram sztucznej inteligencji na gruncie prawa Unii Europejskiej.