bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Citra Perempuan dalam Iklan Sabun Shinzui
Authors: iye risman
Published: October 2021

Iklan merupakan suatu taktik jitu produsen dalam mempromosikan suatu barang atau jasa sehinggamuncul ketertarikan dan rasa penasaran bagi para konsumen. Penelitian ini bertujuan untukmendeskripsikan karakteristik citra perempuan dalam iklan sabun Shinzui. Jenis penelitianmenggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan semiotik. Data terdiri atas dua, yakni data primerdan data sekunder. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini adalah observasi dan kajian isidokumen. Data yang telah diperoleh selanjutnya diproses untuk dicari makna yang terkandung di dalamdata. Pertama yang harus dilakukan adalah ditulis dalam bentuk uraian terperinci kemudian direduksi(diolah). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ketiga iklan yang menjadi data penelitian memilikikarakteristik yang sama, yakni dalam setiap adegan telah ditunjukan sifat-sifat feminism, yaknimenggunakan gaun putih yang indah, rambut terurai, postur tubuh wanita yang memiliki kriteriapurposional serta citra figura perempuan lebih ditonjolkan pada sifat biologisnya untuk menarik minatkonsumen. Selanjutnya, citra perempuan dalam iklan terdiri atas dua, yakni memiliki daya tarik biologisatau fisik dan daya tarik perilaku atau karakter lemah lembut, gemulai dan anggun.
REVIEWING STUDIES ON GREEN CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR IN VIETNAM DURING THE 2008-2020 PERIOD
Authors: Ho Tung Manh , Long Tran Duc Hung
Published: October 2021

This paper reviews studies on green consumer behaviors in Vietnam during the 2008-2020 period.
Robust Feature Learning on Long-Duration Sounds for Acoustic Scene Classification
Authors: Wu Yuzhong , Lee Tan
Published: October 2021

Acoustic scene classification (ASC) aims to identify the type of scene (environment) in which a given audio signal is recorded. The log-mel feature and convolutional neural network (CNN) have recently become the most popular time-frequency (TF) feature representation and classifier in ASC. An audio signal recorded in a scene may include various sounds overlapping in time and frequency. The previous study suggests that separately considering the long-duration sounds and short-duration sounds in CNN may improve ASC accuracy. This study addresses the problem of the generalization ability of acoustic scene classifiers. In practice, acoustic scene signals' characteristics may be affected by various factors, such as the choice of recording devices and the change of recording locations. When an established ASC system predicts scene classes on audios recorded in unseen scenarios, its accuracy may drop significantly. The long-duration sounds not only contain domain-independent acoustic scene information, but also contain channel information determined by the recording conditions, which is prone to over-fitting. For a more robust ASC system, We propose a robust feature learning (RFL) framework to train the CNN. The RFL framework down-weights CNN learning specifically on long-duration sounds. The proposed method is to train an auxiliary classifier with only long-duration sound information as input. The auxiliary classifier is trained with an auxiliary loss function that assigns less learning weight to poorly classified examples than the standard cross-entropy loss. The experimental results show that the proposed RFL framework can obtain a more robust acoustic scene classifier towards unseen devices and cities.
USING UMAP TO INSPECT AUDIO DATA FOR UNSUPERVISED ANOMALY DETECTION UNDER DOMAIN-SHIFT CONDITIONS
Authors: Fernandez Andres , Plumbley Mark D.
Published: October 2021

The goal of \ac{UAD} is to detect anomalous signals under the condition that only non-anomalous ({\it normal}) data is available beforehand. In UAD under Domain-Shift Conditions (UAD-S), data is further exposed to contextual changes that are usually unknown beforehand. Motivated by the difficulties encountered in the \acs{UAD-S} task presented at the 2021 edition of the \ac{DCASE} challenge\footnote{DCASE website: \url{http://dcase.community}}, we visually inspect \acp{UMAP} for log-STFT, log-mel and pretrained \ac{L3} representations of the \ac{DCASE} \acs{UAD-S} dataset. In our exploratory investigation, we look for two qualities, {\it \ac{SEP}} and {\it \ac{DSUP}}, and formulate several hypotheses that could facilitate diagnosis and developement of further representation and detection approaches. Particularly, we hypothesize that input length and pretraining may regulate a relevant tradeoff between \ac{SEP} and \ac{DSUP}. Our code as well as the resulting \acp{UMAP} and plots are publicly available\footnote{Online Resources:\\ Code: \url{https://github.com/andres-fr/dcase2021_umaps}\\Webpage: \url{https://ai4s.surrey.ac.uk/2021/dcase_uads}}.
Matthew Aristia 2301918464 LB21 - Introduction to Digital Business and E – Commerce
Authors: 2301918464 MATTHEW ARISTIA -
Published: October 2021

Pada saat ini kita hidup dimana semua sudah digital atau menggunakan internet. Hal tersebut terjadi karena perkembangan teknologi di dunia sudah semakin canggih dan semakin efektif untuk membantu aktivitas manusia. Dengan semakin berkembangnya teknologi di dunia ini sekarang semua bisnis sudah bergerak di bidang digital yang biasa disebut sebagai e-commerce. Saat ini banyak sekali perusahaan digital baru yang saling berlomba – lomba untuk membikin suatu produk digital baru yang dapat bermanfaat bagi masyarakat dan mendapatkan keuntungan yang besar.
REVIEWING STUDIES ON CLIMATE CHANGE AWARENESS IN VIETNAM DURING THE 2008-2020 PERIOD
Authors: Ho Tung Manh , Long Tran Duc Hung
Published: October 2021

This paper reviews studies on climate change awareness in Vietnam during the 2008-2020 period.
Over-Parameterization and Generalization in Audio Classification
Authors: Koutini Khaled , Eghbal-zadeh Hamid , Henkel Florian , Schlüter Jan , Widmer Gerhard
Published: October 2021

Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) have been dominating classification tasks in various domains, such as machine vision, machine listening, and natural language processing. In machine listening, while generally exhibiting very good generalization capabilities, CNNs are sensitive to the specific audio recording device used, which has been recognized as a substantial problem in the acoustic scene classification (DCASE) community. In this study, we investigate the relationship between over-parameterization of acoustic scene classification models, and their resulting generalization abilities. Our results indicate that increasing width improves generalization to unseen devices, even without an increase in the number of parameters.
LRRC8A expression associates with survival in triple negative breast cancer.
Authors: Mamoor Shahan
Published: October 2021

We mined published microarray data (1) to understand the most significant gene expression differences in the tumors of triple negative breast cancer patients based on survival following treatment: dead or alive. We observed significant transcriptome-wide differential expression of leucine-rich repeat-containing 8 family, member A, encoded by LRRC8A when comparing the primary tumors of triple negative breast cancer patients dead or alive. Importantly, LRRC8A expression was correlated with distant metastasis-free survival in basal subtype breast cancer, a molecular subtype sharing significant overlap with triple negative breast cancer. LRRC8A may be of relevance as a biomarker or as a molecule of interest in understanding the etiology or progression of triple negative breast cancer.
Sustainability without geology? A shortsighted approach
Authors: Fildani Andrea , Hessler Angela
Published: October 2021

Over the last few decades, the concept of sustainability has been proposed and championed as the answer to the impending challenges our society will be facing in the future. It has been a rallying opportunity for the broad earth sciences community and a good starting point for such a community to impact societal and policy decisions; however, it has been an opportunity we have largely missed thus far.
Microscale modeling of particle impact on TPS materials during high-speed entry
Authors: Poovathingal Savio James , Chen Hailong
Published: October 2021

Micron-sized particles suspending in planetary atmospheres can damage thermal protectionsystems (TPS) during entry of space capsules into planetary bodies. TPS materials arecomplex heterogeneous carbon composites, where the microstructure of the composite can playa pivotal role in the propagation of the damage caused by the impact. Here, we present anapplication of a novel computational technique called the lattice particle method to understandthe initiation and growth of craters formed on TPS materials upon impact by particles. Thesimulations are initially compared against experiments that used borosilicate as the impactingparticle and fused silica as the target surface. The simulations reproduce the damage profiles,diameters, and depths of the craters being formed on the target silica surface. A parametricstudy is then performed by varying the fracture strength of the target surface and the impactingparticle. It is found that the profiles of the damaged region on the silica surface primarilydepends on the fracture strength of the silica surface, and not the impacting particle. Thesimulations are extended to model the damage of porous carbon composites that are used asTPS materials. Microstructures of carbon composites are generated using an in-house codethat has been shown to reproduce features of the real material in past studies. While thecrater depth on the fused silica surface was within 38% irrespective of the fracture strengthof the particle, the damaged depth changes by at least an order of magnitude when a carboncomposite surface is used and the fracture strength of the impacting particle is varied. Finally,the influence of damage on the effective permeability is computed using the direct simulationMonte Carlo technique. The maximum increase in the permeability force for the damagedmicrostructures is found to be 20%, which suggests that the crater created in the damagedmicrostructure does not significantly influence the path traversed by gases percolating throughthe porous TPS material.
ASSOCIATION BETWEEN EMOTIONAL STABILITY AND SUICIDALITY IN A BRAZILIAN SAMPLE OF THE GENERAL POPULATION DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND THE MODERATION ROLE OF FINANCIAL HARDSHIP
Authors: Joaquim Rui Mateus , Diaz Alexandre Paim , de Souza Costa Danielle , Pinto André Luiz Braule , Guatimosim Rafaela Ferreira , de Miranda Débora Marques , Serpa Alexandre Luiz de Oliveira , de Paula Jonas Jardim , Silva Antônio Geraldo , Malloy-Diniz Leandro
Published: October 2021

Introduction: Emotional stability is considered to be a protective factor for suicidal behavior. Nonetheless, suicidality is the result of a complex interaction of protective and risk factors, a key one being financial difficulties. Objective: We aimed to investigate the association between emotional stability and suicidality in Brazilian individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic and the moderation role of financial hardship. Method: A total of 2140 participants, 79.4% women, answered an online survey from November 2020 to January 2021, containing questions about suicidality as well as concerning economic hardship. The personality data was assessed with the TIPI. We used Pearson chi-square to compare categorical variables and Student t-test to compare continuous variables. Finally, we conducted multiple regression and moderation analysis using SPSS PROCESS v3.5 Macro model 1. Results: The participants who reported not having presented a wish to die, suicide intent, or suicide attempt in the previous month showed a significantly higher level of emotional stability. There was a significant interaction with financial hardship (p=0,006) for suicide attempt as the outcome, with significant association between emotional stability and suicide attempts only in the absence of financial hardship. Conclusion: The presence of financial hardship may suppress the protective role of emotional stability in suicidal behavior.
Does Chronotype explain Daily Timing of Music Behaviors?
Authors: Wright Shannon , Palmer Caroline
Published: October 2021

We addressed how circadian rhythms influence daily musical activities of performing musicians, who exhibit fine temporal control. Music performances often occur in the evening and late at night; evidence suggests that composing musicians tend to be later chronotypes than non-composing musicians. However, chronotype and daily music-making in performing musicians have yet to be investigated. The current study examined chronotype in actively practicing and/or performing musicians and non-musicians, and whether it was related to the daily timing of music performance. To test influences of daily changes due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, disruptions to musical, athletic, social, and sleep habits were also measured. Performing musicians, active (practicing but non-performing) musicians, inactive musicians, and non-musicians, residing in Canada, completed a 7-day online daily activity and sleep diary in Summer 2020. There were more evening chronotypes than morning chronotypes in the sample. Active/performing musicians tended to be earlier chronotypes than all other groups. Musicians' chronotype, but not nightly sleep timing, predicted the time of day that musicians made music: Late chronotypes made music later in the day and early chronotypes made music earlier in the day. Music performance and practice amount decreased during the COVID-19 period, but the daily timing of these activities did not change. All participants reported later sleep onset during the COVID-19 period; the amount of social interaction decreased during the COVID-19 period, while exercise increased for some and decreased for others. No changes in the daily timing of exercise, social interaction, or morning wake-up were reported. These findings suggest that performing musicians may be slightly earlier chronotypes than non-performing musicians and non-musicians, despite music performances often occurring in the evening. Chronotype was related to the time of day of music-making independent of nightly sleep timing, suggesting that times of day for making music reflect an individual's circadian rhythm.
How Do Gender Norms and Childcare Costs Affect Maternal Employment Across U.S. States?
Authors: Ruppanner Leah , Collins Caitlyn , Landivar Liana Christin , Scarborough William
Published: October 2021

In this article we investigate how state-to-state differences in U.S. childcare costs and gender norms are associated with maternal employment. Although an abundance of research has examined factors that influence mothers’ employment, few studies explore the interrelationship between maternal employment and culture, policy, and individual resources across U.S. states. Using a representative sample of women in the 2017 American Community Survey along with state-level measures of childcare costs and gender norms, we examine the relationship between these state conditions and mothers’ probability of employment. We pay careful attention to differences in mothers’ level of education. Our results suggest that expensive childcare is associated with lower maternal employment, particularly for those with less education. For the college educated, expensive childcare is negatively associated with maternal employment in states with traditional gender norms that uphold mothers as primary caregivers. Among mothers with lower levels of education, gender norms have a limited association with employment. These findings suggest that highly educated mothers mobilize resources to remain in the labor force when paid work is supported by local gender norms. For less-educated mothers, expensive childcare predicts lower employment regardless of gender norms, indicating that structural constraints outweigh normative expectations among those with fewer resources.
Omówienie wybranych kwestii prawnych ustawy o przeciwdziałaniu przemocy w rodzinie w kontekście jej planowanej nowelizacji
Authors: Moulin-Stozek Maria
Published: October 2021

W lipcu 2005 roku Sejm RP uchwalił ustawę o przeciwdziałaniu przemocy w rodzinie. Ustawa przedstawia zadania związane z przeciwdziałaniem przemocy w rodzinie oraz reguły postępowania z ofiarami i sprawcami przemocy. Zgodnie z regulacją ustawową gminy zostały zobligowane do tworzenia gminnego systemu przeciwdziałania przemocy w rodzinie, prowadzenia poradnictwa i interwencji w zakresie przeciwdziałania przemocy w rodzinie, opracowywania i realizacji programów ochrony ofiar przemocy w rodzinie oraz prowadzenia gminnych ośrodków wsparcia. Organy powiatu natomiast zostały zobligowane do tworzenia i prowadzenia specjalistycznych ośrodków wsparcia dla ofiar przemocy w rodzinie oraz do opracowywania i realizacji programów korekcyjno-edukacyjnych dla osób stosujących przemoc w rodzinie.
Nephroprotective acitvity of Amomum subulatum seeds against cypermethrin induced nephrotoxicity in rats
Authors: Puttanna Goutham Sagarkatte , Nayak Swarnalatha , Ravi Mundugaru , Ravishankar B
Published: October 2021

The objective of the present study was to evaluate nephroprotective activity of Amomum subulatum seed extract against Cypermethrin induced nephrotoxicity in albino rats. The animals were divided into five different groups consisting of six rats each. Except normal control and test drug alone group, all the rats were treated with Cypermethrin 25g/kg body weight orally for 28 consecutive days and test group IV & V (ASSE 200 & 400mg/kg body weight) were co administered with Cypermethrin orally for 28 consecutive days. On the 28th haematalogical, biochemical and histopathalogical parameters were estimated. The chronic administration of Cypermethrin caused significant elevation in the serum creatinine and urea level and increased lipid peroxidation in the kidney tissue homogenate as compared to normal control. The histological examination of kidney tissues revealed mild fatty changes especially in the sub capsular region in sections, dilatation of glomerulus along with obliteration of periglomerular space and shrinkage of glomerulus was observed. The co administration of test drug significantly attenuated the Cypermethrin induced elevated serum urea and creatinine and lipid peroxidation in tissue homogenate. Thus we can conclude the Amomum subulatum seed extract has significant nephroprotective effect and reversed Cypermethrin induced nephrotoxicity.
Medicinal plants with anti-inflammatory activity
Authors: Verma Sunita
Published: October 2021

Inflammation is part of the body's immune response. There can be four primary indicators of inflammation: pain, redness, heat or warmness and swelling. Plants have the ability to synthesize a wide verity of phytochemical compounds as secondary metabolites which shows anti-inflammatory activity. In the present review an attempt has been made to investigate the anti-inflammatory activity of some medicinal plants.
Evaluation of lead and cadmium levels in lipsticks sold in Kathmandu, Nepal, and their potential health risk assessment
Authors: Aryal Salina , Bashyal Narayan , Gautam Surendra Kumar , Pokhrel Megh Raj , Poudel Bhoj Raj
Published: October 2021

The study aimed to assess the levels of Lead (Pb) and Cadmium (Cd) in lipsticks and theirs associated health hazards to consumers. 13 lipsticks and 7 lipglosses were selected randomly from various shopping centers in Kathmandu, Nepal. The lipstick sample was chemically digested and analyzed using flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (FAAS). The concentration range of Pb and Cd in lipsticks was from 0.020.009 to 30.970.014 mg kg-1 and 0.010.014 to 0.920.009 mg kg-1 respectively. The hazard quotient for Pb was found greater than 1 in 15 samples showing detrimental carcinogenic health risk through lipstick consumption. So, these lipstick brands are prone to hamper human health. Accordingly, regular monitoring of the lipsticks before importing them is highly recommended.
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 213-219.
Effect of Different Botanical Extracts and Organic Compound in The Management of Leaf Spot Disease of Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa Duch.) Caused by Pestalotia longisetula under Field Condition
Authors: Karki Beautina , Sitaula Hom Prasad , Bhandari Sandesh , Gairhe Pramod , Manandhar Hira Kaji
Published: October 2021

A field experiment was carried out using sweet sensation variety of strawberry to check the efficacy of different botanical extracts and organic compounds to manage leaf spot disease. The study was done using ten treatments viz; ginger (T1), turmeric (T2), garlic (T3), ginger + turmeric + garlic (T4), cow urine (T5), cow urine+ ginger + turmeric + garlic (T6), compost tea (T7), compost tea+ ginger+ turmeric+ garlic (T8), SAAF (mancozeb 63 % + carbendazim 12%) (T9) and control (T10), which was replicated thrice. The parameter observed during experiment were plant height, leaf number, disease leaves, stem lesions, yield, percent disease incidence, disease severity percent and percent disease control. At 75 days of transplantation, the highest plant height, leaf number (24.60) and yield (1391.67 gm/plot) were observed in treatment compost tea (18.14 cm), cow urine+ ginger+ turmeric+ garlic and garlic respectively and lowest in treatment control (16.19 cm, 23.27 & 566.67 gm/plot). The disease leaves and stem lesions were observed highest in treatment control (3.40&3.23) and lowest in treatments garlic (3.0), and cow urine+ ginger+ turmeric+ garlic (1.83) respectively at 75 days after transplantation. Moreover, the highest percent disease incidence and disease severity percent were observed highest in treatments control (28.94% & 84.81%) and percent disease control in treatment garlic (42.36%) at 75 days of transplantation. Therefore, it is suggested to use garlic extracts as a measure to control leaf spot disease of strawberry.
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 193-202.
Antibacterial and Antioxidant Studies of Green Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles using Azadirachta indica (Neem) Leaf Extract
Authors: Regmi Bishow , Binadi Tirtha Raj , Jha Sarb Narayan , Chaudhary Rajib Kumar , Poudel Bhoj Raj , Gautam Surendra Kumar
Published: October 2021

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have been synthesized by green synthesis using Azadirachta indica leaf extract as both reducing and stabilizing agent. Synthesis of colloidal AgNPs was monitored by UV- visible spectroscopy. The UV- visible spectrum showed a peak at 455 nm corresponding to the plasmon absorbance of the silver nanoparticles. Crystallite structure of silver nanoparticles was studied using X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis which revealed the face-centered cubic structure (FCC) with average particle size of 8.9 nm, calculated using Debye-Scherrer’s equation. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) image revealed the agglomeration of small grain with particle size ranging from 2 to 14 nm. FCC crystalline nature was also evident from selected area electron diffraction (SAED) analysis. High purity of as-synthesized AgNPs was analyzed using energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy. Band gap energy was calculated to be 2.7 eV from UV- Visible spectra. 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay was stabilized by AgNPs which reveals its antioxidant efficacy. Well diffusion method showed 7 mm to 12 mm zone of inhibition (ZOI) against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, respectively confirming the antibacterial potential of AgNPs.
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 220-226.
Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) in Soil and Sustainable Agriculture
Authors: Panta Sangam , Parajulee Dipika
Published: October 2021

The world vision of no hunger target, food security, and zero poverty followed by raising standards of living of rural people through agricultural transformation is the greatest challenges faced by the agricultural planners worldwide. Due to the alarming state of population growth and cultivable land scarcity, change in agronomic practices which could bring a significant effect on crop production and productivity is urgently needed. The concept of using different sources of plant nutrients combined to check nutrient depletion, maintain soil health, and crop productivity, called INM, has a bright solution in this area. Recently several researchers introduced that integrated use of inorganic fertilizers, organic fertilizers, green manure, and bio-fertilizers is becoming an effective practice not only for increasing crop production and productivity but also for the better crop and soil health. In addition, INM helps to increase the activity of soil microorganisms and improves the soil physical, chemical and biological properties. So, INM create an economic eco-friendly environment by reducing the dependence on inorganic chemical fertilizers and improving the soil fertility, optimizing crop yield, maximizing profitability and ultimately making the agriculture sustainable. Lastly, INM is one of the good agricultural practices which needs to be followed by every conscious individual in order to maintain soil health, nutrient balance and to make the agriculture and environment more sustainable. 
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 160-165
Medicinal Values of Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill. –Solanaceae)
Authors: Mallick Pushpa Karna
Published: October 2021

Lycopersicon esculentum is a flowering plant of the family Solanaceae. The common name for this plant is tomato. Tomatoes are a good source of lycopene which is a main pigment found in it and responsible for red colour. The lycopene provides antioxidant properties and helps to prevent cell damage. Tomatoes also prevent the adverse effects of lead in the blood constituents. Tomatoes are used in different ways such as raw or cooked, in many dishes, sauces, salads, pickles, puree, paste, juice, sun- dried and drink. Tomato fruits content ninety four percent water, citric acid, malic acid, soluble sugars, vitamin, vitamin B1, B2, vitamin A, and many mineral salts etc. High levels of lycopene which contain in tomatoes are used in facial cleanser. Flavonoids like flavonols which is present in tomatoes are rich in antioxidant activity and can help our body ward off every day toxins. Flavonoides such as flavonols present in tomatoes are rich in antioxidant activity and   can help our body ward off every day toxins Flavonoides directly associated with human dietary ingredients, play a great role in diseases prevention and shows versatile health benefits.
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 166-168.
Prevalence of Thyroid Disorder in Residents of Western Region of Nepal
Authors: Sharma Preeti , Magar Namarata Thapa , BK Mahesh
Published: October 2021

Thyroid disorder, such as goiter, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism, are leading health problems in Nepal. Owing to geographical and environmental factors, iodine deficiency is prime cause of thyroid disorder. The objective of study to estimate the prevalence of thyroid disorder in residents of western region of Nepal (Pokhara valley). Materials & Methods: The study design was hospital based retrospective study. The data of T3, T4, TSH was collected from subject visiting Department of Biochemistry at Gandaki Medical College Teaching Hospital and Research Centre, Nepal. The samples was collected, serum was separated and thyroid hormones was assayed by Enzyme linked Immunosorbent assay kit from RFLC (India). Result: The total study population was 2248 cases of which 580 (male) and 1668 (female) were enrolled in the study. The prevalence of thyroid disorder was 22.42 % in western region. Subject with hypothyroidism was 12.41% (279) & subject with hyperthyroidism were 10.41% (234) respectively. Female subject of age (15-44) years had a hypothyroidism, i.e. 52.83% (112). About 73.15% (109 out of 149 subjects) were female cases suffered from subclinical hypothyroidism. The thyroid disorder found most prevalent in reproductive age group in female residents in our study. Conclusion: Hypothyroidism is prevalent in all age group of female residents of western region of Nepal.Our study conclude that hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism found more prevalent in reproductive age group in residents of western region of Nepal.
Int. J. Appl. Sci. Biotechnol. Vol 9(3): 169-175
Combination Treatment for Extensive Chromoblastomycosis: A Case Report
Authors: Khadka Dhan Keshar , Pandey Dipayan , Agrawal Sudha
Published: October 2021

Chromoblastomycosis is a chronic and progressive recalcitrant fungal infection of the cutaneous and subcutaneous tissue caused by traumatic inoculation of a specific group of dematiacious fungi through skin. There are different treatment modalities for chromoblastomycosis (medical/surgical) having various efficacy. However, there is no treatment of choice for this disease. Though several therapeutic regimen has been proposed for almost 100 years, the disease may be recalcitrant and almost difficult to eradicate if diagnosed in later stage. Relapses are frequently reported. A combination of various treatment modalities is needed to achieve the best result.

We report here a case of chromoblastomycosis in a 62-year-male who presented with verrucous nodules and plaques on right lower limb. The patient was unresponsive to oral itraconazole 400mg daily for 2 months but was subsequently treated with multiple serial sittings of surgical excision and carbon dioxide laser in combination with oral itraconazole over 6 months. This case report focuses on proper management and specifically on differential diagnoses and treatment modalities for chromoblastomycosis.

Keywords: carbon dioxide laser; chromoblastomycosis; combination treatment.
Mixed Variant of Acrokeratosis verruciformis of Hopf: A rare entity
Authors: Jain Sonia P , Sonkusale Pratiksha , Deshmukh Abhay Vilas , Kumari Pallavi
Published: October 2021

Acrokeratosis verruciformis of Hopf (AKV) is a rare autosomal dominant genodermatosis of unknown etiology. Here we present a case of a 20-year-female with multiple skin-colored flat papules over the dorsum of hands and feet interspersed with multiple hypopigmented macular lesions of 5 years duration. No family member showed a similar lesion. The presence of classical AKV with absent family history and definite histopathology findings make this case an unusual and rare entity.
Dyslipidemia in Psoriasis: A Case - Controlled Study
Authors: Kafle Monique , Gyawlee Madhu , Amatya Amit , Kayastha Bhaskar Mohan Meher , Upadhyaya Smarika
Published: October 2021

INTRODUCTION:  Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory condition of skin which can be associated with other ailments including dyslipidemia which is an abnormal serum lipid profile.
OBJECTIVE: The aim of present study was to determine correlation between dyslipidemia and Psoriasis of patients visiting the Out-patient Department of Patan Hospital
METHODS: Ninety patients were selected for study. Among them 30 patients with psoriasis were taken as cases and 60 patients that matched for age and sex with Psoriasis patients were taken as controls. The lipid profile that comprised four parameters: serum High-density Lipoprotein, Low-density Lipoprotein, Total Cholesterol and Triglyceride were determined and compared for both case and control groups.
RESULTS: More than 95% of the psoriatic patients had dyslipidemia. The odds of dyslipidemia among Psoriatic patients were 1.709 times higher compared to control group (p <0.001). Among the parameters, results showed High-density lipoprotein was significantly lower while Triglyceride was significantly higher among the cases compared to controls with p value of 0.012 and 0.001 respectively. The risk factors like smoking and alcohol were present in higher proportions among the patients with dyslipidemia but it failed to reach statistical significance. With increase in duration of Psoriasis and PASI scores, lipid parameters i.e., Total cholesterol, triglyceride and Low-density lipoprotein increased while High density lipoprotein decreased but this correlation was insignificant.
CONCLUSION: This study showed Dyslipidemia is significantly higher among patients with Psoriasis especially lipid profile parameters Triglyceride and total cholesterol. Thus, timely screening and management of dyslipidemia among Psoriatic patients might be helpful in prevention of future cardiovascular events.
A Sinister Disease Hides Behind Recalcitrant Mucocutaneous Disorder
Authors: Adhikari Harihar , Thapa Deeptara Pathak , Bhusal Priya
Published: October 2021

Paraneoplastic pemphigus (PNP) is a rare autoimmune disorder associated with underlying benign or malignant neoplasia. Its signs and symptoms may be the first presentation of a concealed malignancy. Due to late diagnosis, prognosis of PNP is not good, so early diagnosis and treatment is of paramount importance. We present a case of 22 years old female who presented to our out patient department (OPD) with history of recurrent, severe, recalcitrant, painful oral ulcers; lichenoid lesions over the hands and feet and widespread blistering and erosions involving the soles. Histopathological examination was consistent with paraneoplastic pemphigus and showed features of lichenoid dermatitis. CT scan revealed retroperitoneal mass suggestive of Castleman disease. The patient was referred to surgical team for further management.
COVID-19 and Dermatologist: A Scenario from Nepal
Authors: Thapa Deeptara Pathak , Paudel Vikash
Published: October 2021

Corona virus disease-2019 (COVID-19) had impacted the healthcare sector severely. The impact of pandemic had a foothold even on dermatology practice and dermatology residency teaching programs. Patients with dermatological diseases, few diseases arising due to COVID-19 and patients with immunosuppressive for chronic dermatological conditions were affected. In the midst of this pandemic, all dermatologist should learn and contribute to the mankind with precaution at all level either in healthcare or society.
Korelacijska analiza primijenjena na ozljede na radu i dane bolovanja
Authors: Tevčić Marina
Published: October 2021

Postupak korelacijske analize temelji se na utvrđivanju pokazatelja smjera i jakosti između promatranih pojava odnosno varijabli. Korelacijska analiza, pored određivanja brojčanog pokazatelja (koeficijenta linearne korelacije), uključuje i grafičko prikazivanje (dijagram rasipanja) iz kojeg se vidi postoji li ili ne postoji povezanost promatranih pojava te ako postoji, kakvog je oblika, smjera i jakosti ta povezanost. U radu je opisan i postupak provođenja testa značajnosti izračunatog koeficijenta linearne korelacije. Na temelju statističkih podataka analizirana je povezanost između broja dana bolovanja i broja ozljeda na radu u Republici Hrvatskoj te u Karlovačkoj županiji u razdoblju od 2012. do 2019. godine. Provedene korelacijske analize ukazuju na jaku povezanost broja korištenih dana bolovanja i broja zadobivenih ozljeda na radu (ukupnog broja ozljeda na radu i ozljeda na mjestu rada) kako u Republici Hrvatskoj globalno, tako i u Karlovačkoj županiji lokalno. S druge strane, pokazano je da postoji slaba povezanost broja ozljeda na putu od/do mjesta rada i ukupnog broja ozljeda na radu, kako u Karlovačkoj županiji tako i na razini Republike Hrvatske.
Okvirni model mjerenja kvalitete programske potpore vođenju evidencija zaštite na radu
Authors: Jajetić Tomislav , Kralj Damir
Published: October 2021

Računalna podrška vođenju evidencija zaštite na radu postala je danas nužnost i preduvjet kvalitetnog upravljanja ovim važnim i vrlo složenim područjem. U skladu s time, na hrvatskom tržištu se javlja sve veći broj programskih rješenja za potporu vođenju evidencija zaštite na radu. Funkcionalnost ovih programa i formati zapisa u Republici Hrvatskoj nisu u potpunosti propisani niti postoji službeni postupak certifikacije. U cilju utvrđivanja kvalitete ovih programskih rješenja na osnovi iskustva i zadovoljstva korisnika autori su oblikovali okvirni mjerni model organiziran u pet mjernih kategorija koje obuhvaćaju procjenu sadržaja, funkcionalne kakvoće, utilizaciju po mogućnostima, sigurnost i aktualnost podataka te ergonomiju same programske potpore. Istraživanje je provedeno online putem elektroničkog upitnika. Provedena je analiza podataka te pouzdanosti i valjanosti upitnika. Za dva programska rješenja prikupljen je relevantan broj ispitanika. U oba slučaja ukupne ocjene kvalitete ne razlikuju se značajno, ali upućuju na vrlo veliki prostor za daljnji napredak funkcionalne kvalitete.
Utjecaj usklađivanja privatnog i profesionalnog života na mentalno zdravlje žena radnica u vezi s ostvarivanjem prava na rodiljni dopust
Authors: Bešlagić Jasmina , Bakrač Azra , Hodžić Atif , Bajramović Esad
Published: October 2021

Usklađivanje privatnog života koji uključuje prije svega majčinstvo, brigu o djeci, kući i brojne druge obveze, i profesionalnog života koji obuhvaća obrazovanje, zapošljavanje, usavršavanje i posvećenost poslu, predstavlja iznimno složen problem s kojim se susreću žene na području rada i radnih odnosa. U današnje vrijeme žene su postale dvostruko ili višestruko opterećene. Pred njih se stavlja svojevrstan izbor između privatnog i profesionalnog života te ih se izlaže životnim izborima i izazovima koji nisu svojstveni muškarcima. Stoga žene radnice sve češće koriste minimum rodiljnog dopusta, a brigu o djeci, obitelji i domu prepuštaju drugim osobama ili ustanovama samo kako bi zadržale posao i omogućile profesionalno usavršavanje i napredovanje. Zbog konstantne izloženosti pritiscima i očekivanjima kako na planu privatnog, tako i na planu profesionalnog života istovremeno, kod žena radnica mogu se razviti određeni poremećaji i stanja koja u značajnoj mjeri mogu utjecati na njihovo mentalno zdravlje. Važeći propisi u Bosni i Hercegovini pružaju minimum prava, ali nedovoljno za uspostavljanje adekvatnog balansa između privatnog i profesionalnog života žena radnica.
Vrste troškova zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti na radu
Authors: Krivačić Dubravka , Ljubić Josipa
Published: October 2021

Iako poslovni subjekti zdravlje i sigurnost na radu poimaju važnom temom svoje društvene odgovornosti, kada su u pitanju financijska ulaganja u taj aspekt poslovanja, prevladava mišljenje kako takva ulaganja ne ostvaruju odgovarajuće financijske povrate. Navedeno dovodi do ignoriranja problematike zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti na radu te do minimalnih ulaganja do mjere koja je propisana zakonom. Tek praćenjem troškova koji nastaju kao posljedica nezgoda na radu i s njima povezanih ozljeda, zastoja u poslovanju, sudskih troškova, kompenzacija, kazni i dr., poslovni subjekti uviđaju financijski interes za ulaganje u sprečavanje njihovog nastanka. Stoga treba razlikovati troškove koji nastaju kao posljedica nezgoda na radu i profesionalnih bolesti (korektivne troškove) od preventivnih troškova koji nastaju s ciljem ostvarivanja kako društvenih tako i financijskih koristi. Razmatranje navedenih skupina troškova definirano je kao predmet ovoga rada. Osnovni cilj rada je kroz analizu dosadašnjih istraživanja dati pregled problematike preventivnih i korektivnih troškova zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti na radu te, u skladu s time, postaviti temelje za raspravu o financijskim koristima od ulaganja u taj aspekt poslovanja. U radu je također predočen poslovni model zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti na radu koji osim različitih vrsta troškova u obzir uzima i konkretne koristi ulaganja. Osnovni zaključak istraživanja je da problematiku zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti radnika treba promatrati kroz sve aspekte društveno odgovornog poslovanja pa tako i kroz financijski i računovodstveni kontekst. To konkretno podrazumijeva inkorporiranje troškova zaštite zdravlja i sigurnosti na radu u okvir menadžerskog računovodstva poslovnog subjekta, čime se olakšava njihovo praćenje, analiza i interpretacija te ujedno osigurava pouzdana podrška menadžerima u odlučivanju o ulaganjima u zdravlje i sigurnost radnika.
Third International Green Biotechnology Congress
Authors: BOOK OF ABSTRACTS Special Edition
Published: October 2021

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TÜRKİYE’NİN GÜRCİSTAN POLİTİKASINDA RUSYA FAKTÖRÜ
Authors: ASADOV Murat
Published: October 2021

Türkiye, hem Osmanlı İmparatorluğu hem de Cumhuriyet döneminde yakın komşusu Gürcistan`ın toprak bütünlüğüne ve egemenliğine saygı duyan bir ülke olmuştur. Türkiye’nin Gürcistan’a karşı bu yaklaşımı Tiflis’e her daim güven vermiştir. Geçtiğimiz yüzyılda, iki ülke arasında zaman-zaman sıkıntılar yaşansa da, hiç bir zaman Türkiye tarafından Gürcistan toprak bütünlüğüne karşı bir iddia da bulunulmamıştır. Gürcistan, coğrafi ve jeostratejik konumu nedeniyle Türkiye’nin Güney Kafkasya politikasında önemli rol oynayan bölgesel aktörlerden biridir. SSCB'nin çöküşünden sonra Gürcistan, dış politikada "stratejik bir müttefik" ve Batı entegrasyonuna bir "kapı" olan Türkiye ile ilişkileri geliştirmeye öncelik vermiştir. Genellikle AKP iktidara geldikten sonra “komşularla sıfır sorun” anlayışı Ankara dış politikasının temel stratejisi olmuştur.Sovyetler Birliği'nin (SB) çöküşünden sonra “Yeni Dünya Düzeni”nin oluşumu ile bölge devletlerinin bağımsızlık kazanması yeni aktörlerin oluşmasına neden olmuştur. Böyle bir ortamda yeni bağımsızlığını kazanan Gürcistan, bölgede barış ve istikrarı korumanın anahtarı olmuştur. Gürcistan'da istikrar ve refah , Türkiye'nin bölgede aktif bir politika izlemesinin koşulu haline gelmiştir. Ancak Türkiye'nin bölge siyasetindeki en büyük rakibi Rusya bunu engellemek için her türlü çabayı göstermiştir.Makalede, Rusya-Gürcistan savaşından sonra Türkiye’nin Gürcistan politikası ve bölgede büyük jeosiyasi ve jeostrateji ilgisi olan Rusya ile rekabet incelenmiştir. Ayrıca çalışmada, bölgede güç mücadelesi veren büyük devletlerin politikaları, Azerbaycan-Ermenistan arasındaki çatışma anı ve sonrası, Türkiye-Rusya siyasi ilişkileri, Türkiye’nin bölgede kalıcı sulh yaratma politikaları ele alınmıştır. Sonuç bölümünde ise Türkiye’nin bölge ülkeleri ile olan ilişkilerinin gelişmesi için kimi önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
ANTALYA İLİ GÜNDOĞMUŞ İLÇESİ AĞIZLARININ STANDART TÜRKİYE TÜRKÇESİNDEN FARKLI SES VE ŞEKİL BİLGİSİ ÖZELLİKLERİ
Authors: ATMACA Emine , KANIK Emre
Published: October 2021

Gündoğmuş (eski adı: Eksere (< Rumca kserê “kuru kaya”) ilçesi, Antalya’nın 153 km doğusunda, Akseki-Konya yolunun 32 km. güneyinde yer alan yayla ilçelerden biridir. İlçede Akdeniz iklimi hâkim olmakla birlikte kışları sahile kıyısı olan diğer ilçelere oranla daha sert ve yazları da daha serindir.Yörük ve Türkmenlerin yoğun olarak yaşadığı bilinen Antalya ili Gündoğmuş ilçesi, coğrafi yapısı itibariyle dışarıdan göç alamaması münasebetiyle kendine has sosyokültürel dokusunu günümüze değin koruyabilmiştir. Ancak son yıllarda bilim ve teknolojideki gelişmelere bağlı olarak ilçenin sosyokültürel yapısında büyük değişiklikler yaşanmaktadır. Öyle ki basın yayın organlarının hemen hemen her eve girmesi, ulaşımın kolaylaşması, yayla turizminin yaygınlaşması, okuryazarlık oranlarının artması gibi sebepler yörenin ağız özelliklerinin sağlıklı bir şekilde derlenmesini engellemektedir. Bu gibi sebepler dolayısıyla diğer Türkiye Türkçesi ağızlarında olduğu gibi Gündoğmuş ağzı da Standart Türkiye Türkçesinin etkisinde kalmakta kendine has ses ve şekil bilgisi özelliklerini hızlıca kaybetmektedir. Bilindiği üzere Standart Türkiye Türkçesinin söz varlığındaki zenginliğinin ortaya çıkarılmasında son derece önemli olan bu ağızlar, kaybolmadan önce bir an evvel derlenip kayıt altına alınmalı ve derlenen bu malzemeler ayrıntılarıyla incelenip tasnif edilmelidir.Bu çalışmada, Antalya iline bağlı Gündoğmuş ilçesinin köylerinin/mahallelerinin tamamına ulaşılmış, ağız özelliklerini en iyi yansıttığı düşünülen kaynak kişilerden belli konularda metin ve kelime derlemeleri yapılmıştır. Bu derlemelerden elde edilen veriler ışığında yöreye ait Standart Türkiye Türkçesinden farklılaşan ses ve şekil bilgisi özellikleri maddeler hâlinde sıralanmıştır. Çalışmanın devamında yörenin belli ağız özellikleri temelinde ağız bölgelerinin sınırları da çizilerek harita üzerinde gösterilmiştir.
The Influence of Ski Training on the Development of Physical Qualities in Students
Authors: Ermakova Elena Gennadevna
Published: October 2021

The article reveals the topic of the influence of ski training on the development of physical qualities in students, since today there is a tendency to increase chronic diseases in young people, many diseases have become younger, which leads to the search for new types of activities or simply the introduction of proven improved techniques for decades, and skiing is one of the main types of activities in our region. A list of the main muscle groups involved in skiing is given, some exercises of ski training are presented as part of the program for the main department of the university, an experiment was conducted with students of the Perm State Technical University in order to identify the influence of ski training on the development of students ' basic motor qualities.
Research methods. The method of pedagogical experiment was applied, and during the exercises a variety of effective methods used in practice were applied – variable, repeated, competitive, control.
Conclusion. The obtained results are analyzed and compared, conclusions are made, as well as some recommendations are given, the positive impact of ski training on the basic physical qualities of students and health in general is revealed.
Investigation of peanut residue in cakes sold in Istanbul
Authors: Çetin Ayşe Seray , Çolak Hilal , Hampikyan Hamparsun
Published: October 2021

Peanuts are the most dangerous among food allergens. It is therefore the most common cause of deadly foodborne anaphylaxis in developed and developing countries. Individuals with peanut allergies are in danger of peanut exposure in cases such as the use of raw materials contaminated with peanuts, cross contamination during processing, unintentional transport of allergens from common equipment, deliberate participation or non-compliance with labeling rules. In this study, peanut residue in cakes in Istanbul markets was investigated by ELISA to raise awareness and warn both consumers who are allergic to peanuts and food producers. For this purpose, a total of 84 cake samples were collected, including 42 packaged cakes that were declared free of peanuts on their labels and 42 unpackaged cakes that were declared free from peanuts by their producer/saller. As a result of the study, indicate that, the peanut residue was detected in one out of 42 analyzed packaged cake samples (2.4%) at a level of 6.15 ppm. Besides, in 6 unpackaged cake samples (14%) the peanut residue levels ranged between 2.5 ppm and 20 ppm. Moreover in 10 samples (23.8%) these levels were detected more than 20 ppm. In conclusion, cake samples sold with and without packaging may contain various amounts of peanut residiues and this situation, which does not comply with Turkish Food Codex, can be harmful for the public health and life threathening for the allergic induviduals.
Evaluating the Extrajudicial Measures and Sanctions within the Youth Criminal Justice Act
Authors: Semotiuk Kendell
Published: October 2021

Since the introduction of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA), there have been some concerns about the effectiveness of young people utilizing extrajudicial measures and extrajudicial sanctions. This article investigates if the implementation of these measures has created positive impacts for young offenders or if it is equivalent to just “a slap on the wrist.” Using a lens of restorative justice, the strengths and weaknesses of youth circles, youth committees, and victim-offender mediation programs are examined. This article explores the roles of those involved within extrajudicial measures and sanctions and addresses the gaps that exist within this section of the YCJA. Ultimately, this article finds that the restorative justice practices of extrajudicial measures and sanctions are effective at supporting young people throughout the legal process. It discovers that the programs offered for young offenders can give them a voice in their situation and create a connection to their community. However, there are changes needed in the areas of consistent data collection, proper fund allocation, and programming availability.