bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enhancing Household Food Security and Dietary Diversity through Homegardens: A Case Study in Selected Districts of Sri Lanka
Authors: Lowe W. A. M. , Pushpakumara D. K. N. G. , Weerahewa H. L. J. , Vitharana W. A. U. , Marambe B. , Punyawardena B. V. R. , Silva G. L. L. P.
Published: June 2023

Homegardens are resourceful ecosystems that provide essential services to the environment and mankind. Their contribution to secure household food requirement is among the provisional services of contemporary relevance. A study was conducted in 429 homegardens in Jaffna, Matale, Ratnapura, and Hambantota districts to assess the scope of utilizing homegarden resources on household food security. A questionnaire survey was conducted to gather information on the consumption frequency and the number of food categories that were purchased, produced, and shared. The mean food consumption score (FCS) was 60±23, where 89% of the study population had an acceptable level of FCS (FCS>35). As per the dietary diversity score (HDDS), an average household consumed at least eight food categories per day. Coconut was the most common food commodity produced in homegardens, followed by jackfruit and other fruits (mango, guava, soursop and pomegranate). Households rely on the market-available foods as their primary food source. The study revealed that utilizing at least one food category as a homestead-resource produced, could improve FCS and assist to fulfil the household food demand significantly. However, the majority of the homestead-resources were identified as plant-based, except in Jaffna where the presence of livestock and poultry in homegarden was common. Many of the plant-based resources were from perennial fruit-bearing trees. Therefore, modifying and utilizing the tree composition and viable crops can be considered a timely option to avert household food insecurity. Further, incorporating livestock components (dairy, poultry) as a part of homegardens is beneficial in fulfilling the animal protein demand of the household.
Exogenous Salicylic Acid Induced Drought Stress Tolerance in Immature Tea (Camellia sinensis L.) Plants
Authors: Damayanthi M. M. N. , Wijeratne T. L. , Damunupola J. W.
Published: June 2023

Salicylic acid (SA) has been known to induce drought tolerance in many plant species. In this study, we investigated the potential of exogenous application of SA to enhance drought tolerance in immature tea plants under glasshouse conditions at the Tea Research Institute in Talawakelle, Sri Lanka. One-year-old potted tea cultivars known for drought tolerance were used in the study. The plants were subjected to a drying cycle while being foliar sprayed with different concentrations of SA along with well-watered (WW), water-spray (WS) and no-spray (NS) treatments. Data were collected at 18 hours, 14 days after spraying (DAS), 21 DAS, and during the recovery after re-watering at 21 DAS. Based on the results obtained from the glasshouse study, the effective concentration of 150 mg L-1 SA was selected for further testing under field conditions in Talawakelle using three-year-old tea plants. The field experiment followed a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three blocks. When the plants reached a moderate moisture stress level, they were foliar-sprayed with 150 mg L-1 SA, WS and NS treatments were included as controls. Data were collected at 7 DAS, 14 DAS, 21 DAS, and during the recovery phase after rain. The results showed that drought stress led to a decline in gas exchange parameters, relative water content, and an increase in the accumulation of osmolytes. However, the exogenous application of 150 mg L-1 SA significantly improved physiological processes such as gas exchange, osmolyte accumulation, and antioxidant activity, thus effectively enhancing drought tolerance in immature tea plants.
TUSC3 Methylation in Peripheral Blood Cells as a Biomarker for Diagnosis of Colorectal Cancer
Authors: Siri Goli , Mosallaei Meysam , Ehtesham Naeim , Rahimi Hasan , Mazarei Madineh , Nasrollahzadeh Sabet Mehrdad , Behroozi Javad
Published: June 2023

Background:

Several case-control studies have suggested that global and loci-specific deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) methylation in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) of DNA might be potential biomarkers of cancer diagnosis and prognosis. In this study, for the first time, we intended to assess the diagnostic power of the methylation level of tumor suppressor candidate 3 (TUSC3) gene promoter in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC).

Materials and Methods:

In the current study, we quantitatively assessed the promoter methylation level of TUSC3 in PBMCs of 70 CRC cases and 75 non-cancerous subjects via methylation quantification of endonuclease-resistant DNA (MethyQESD) method.

Results:

The methylation level of the TUSC3 was meaningfully higher in CRC cases than in non-CRC subjects (43.55 ± 21.80% vs. 16.07 ± 13.63%, respectively; P < 0.001). The sensitivity and specificity of this gene for the detection of CRC were 88.6% and 76.0%, respectively. The receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve examination discovered an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.880, representing a very high accuracy of the TUSC3 methylation marker in distinguishing CRC subjects from healthy individuals. However, there was no substantial diversity in methylation level between various CRC stages (P: 0.088).

Conclusion:

For CRC screening, PBMCs are a reliable source for DNA methylation analysis and TUSC3 promoter methylation can be utilized as a hopeful biomarker for early and non-invasive diagnosis of CRC.
Postcoiling syndrome including headache and fever after endovascular cerebral aneurysmal coil embolization: A narrative review
Authors: Okuma Yu , Meguro Toshinari , Shimoda Kentaro , Miyara Santiago , Hirotsune Nobuyuki
Published: June 2023

Endovascular cerebral aneurysmal coil embolization is becoming more popular than direct aneurysmal neck clipping due to its noninferiority in long-term outcomes and being less invasive. Neuroradiologists often find postoperative symptoms such as headache and fever after unruptured aneurysmal coil embolization, however, they have not paid much attention because symptoms almost always resolve spontaneously within a few days. Since the concept of this syndrome has not been standardized, we named it postcoiling syndrome (PCS). In this short review, we reviewed the criteria, risk factors, mechanisms, significance, and treatment of PCS based on a few pieces of literature. Almost all literature has regarded that some kind of bioactive reaction might be involved in PCS. Preliminary data showed the possibility of inhibition of PCS by histamine-2 receptor antagonists. PCS also might have the potential of more predictive maker than previously reported risk factors for recurrence after aneurysm coil embolization. Further investigation is needed in the future, including the accumulation of cases, unification of concepts, and mid-to-long-term follow-up.
Recurrent paraneoplastic cerebral hemorrhage in lung cancer: A case report
Authors: Alessiani Michele , Bonura Adriano , Iaccarino Gianmarco , Mangiardi Marilena , Pezzella Francesca Romana , Bravi Maria Cristina , Crupi Domenica , Galluzzo Michele , Anticoli Sabrina
Published: June 2023

Cerebral hemorrhage management in a patient requiring anticoagulant therapy is a therapeutic challenge also due to the absence of guidelines that convincingly define the best therapeutic strategy. Although the occurrence of cerebral hemorrhage in a patient with anticoagulant therapy seems to make the bleeding etiology obvious, sometimes, it is better to reflect on other possible causes and set up an adequate diagnostic workup. Herein, we describe a case of a 73-year-old male patient with atrial fibrillation, mechanical heart valve, and pacemaker that experienced an ischemic minor stroke during steady anticoagulation therapy with recurrent intracerebral haemorrhages (ICHs).
Bioimpedance: A Tool for Screening Oral Cancer – A Systematic Review
Authors: Gupta Vaibhav , Agrawal Usha , Goel Poonam
Published: June 2023

Objective:

The successful management of cancer depends on proper screening and treatment methods. Bioimpedance spectroscopy (BIS) is an established technique in detecting breast cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer. This systematic review sought to investigate the current evidence regarding the clinical application of bioimpedance in the detection of oral squamous cell carcinoma and oral potentially malignant disorders.

Study Design:

The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed to perform this review. Electronic databases such as PubMed, MEDLINE, Embase, EBSCOhost, and Google Scholar were searched till March 2022. Articles published in the English medical literature on human participants report on the application of BIS in the screening of precancerous and cancerous lesions. The primary endpoint was defined as the ability to differentiate between normal and cancerous tissue.

Results:

A total of 6754 articles were identified; of which 481 were eligible for inclusion. Only five articles met the eligibility criteria and were included in the study. Qualitative analysis for each study was done to assess the data provided. All the studies demonstrated a significant divergence in BIS metrics between cancerous and normal tissue at 20 Hz and 50 KHz.

Conclusion:

Bioimpedance appears to be a promising novel tool for the detection of various malignancies which can be used in community screening due to its noninvasiveness and portability.
Comparative Evaluation of Smear Layer Removal Efficacy of Neem Leaf Extract, Propolis, and Orange Oil when used as Endodontic Irrigants: An in vitro Scanning Electron Microscopic Study
Authors: Setia Ria , Bajaj Nitika , Bhola Meenu , Brar Gurlal Singh
Published: June 2023

Introduction:

In root canal treatment, chemical debridement of the root canal with the help of irrigants is important due to the complex internal anatomy of the teeth. Biomechanical root canal preparation produces a smear layer. It covers the dentinal tubules, which may interfere with the penetration of various irrigants and intracanal medicaments, so the smear layer has to be removed. The potential side effects and certain limitations of chemical irrigants for smear layer removal have led to a shift toward herbal alternatives.

Objective:

The aim of the present study was to evaluate and compare the smear layer removal efficacy of Neem leaf extract, Propolis, and Orange oil as endodontic irrigants using the scanning electron microscope.

Materials and Methods:

Ninety samples were taken and then randomly (simple random sampling method) divided into three experimental groups (n = 30) depending upon different endodontic irrigants used: Group 1-Neem leaf extract, Group 2-Orange oil and Group 3-Propolis and smear layer removal evaluation was done under the scanning electron microscope Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) at all the levels, i.e., coronal, middle, and apical.

Results:

The collected data were analyzed using the Chi-square test. Group 1 (Neem leaf extract) showed the highest smear layer removal efficacy, which was followed by Group 2 (Orange oil) and the least efficacy of smear layer removal was shown by Group 3 (Propolis) at coronal, middle, and apical levels.

Conclusion:

Group 1 (Neem leaf extract) performed significantly better in removing the smear layer at coronal, middle, and apical levels as compared to the other two groups.
Young infant nurturing practices among mothers of rural areas in Agra district, Uttar Pradesh
Authors: Yadav Smita , Misra Sunil Kumar , Nagergoje Manisha Madhukar , Aqeel Khan Iqbal
Published: June 2023

Introduction:

Healthy initiation of life is essential in establishing the foundations of a healthy nation. Traditional care practices at home and in the community inevitably affect maternal and young infant health. The objective is to study young infant nurturing practices and factors influencing these practices in rural Agra.

Material and Methods:

This is a community-based cross-sectional study that was conducted in rural Agra, using a multi-stage random sampling method. A total of 240 mothers were interviewed using a structured questionnaire.

Results:

The study results showed that 65.0% of the mothers were following either satisfactory (58.3%) or good (6.7%) nurturing practices. Of the three components of nurturing, the majority (61.6%) of mothers had satisfactory (46.6%) or good (15%) breastfeeding practices, most (86.6%) were giving satisfactory (56.6%) or good (30%) thermal care and only 53.33% were following satisfactory (42.2%) or good (10.8%) hygiene practice. The practice regarding newborn care was found to have a significant association with the place of birth, type of delivery and educational status of the mothers and fathers.

Conclusion:

This study outcome shows the need for a better awareness and educational outreach program coupled with an effective health-care delivery system to improve young infant nurturing practices in achieving better health.
Evaluation of usage of immunity boosters among the citizens of Pune district during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Sajith Manjusha , Danole Ritika Rajendra , Shaji Jilu Treasa , Kuruvila Ansee
Published: June 2023

Introduction:

Post the coronavirus disease (COVID-19 pandemic), there was a spike in demand for immunity boosters, leading to the irrational use of supplements. To assess the usage of immunity boosters among the citizens of Pune City and correlate the side effects associated with supplements.

Material and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted from September 2020 to May 2021 in Pune. Data, such as demographic, supplement intake (allopathic, homeopathic, and ayurvedic/home remedies), duration, frequency of supplements, and side effects associated with supplements, were collected through a personal interview and e-form circulation. The correlation of the immunity boosters with the side effects was done using Karl Pearson's Correlation test in SPSS software version 22.0.

Results:

Out of 1006, the ayurvedic supplements/home remedies were preferred by 906 (98%) allopathic supplements by 599 (65%) and homeopathic supplements by 256 (28%) participants. The commonly reported side effects were acidity (37%), headache (29.6%), nausea (9%), loss of appetite (8.8%), diarrhea (7%), stomach ache (6%), cough (5.6%), and constipation (4.1%). These side effects had a weak positive linear proportionality with ayurvedic supplements such as amla (r = 0.162), Giloy Vati (r = 0.139), turmeric (r = 0.108), and Kadha (r = 0.102); also, Eupatorium perfoliatum, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D showed a linear proportionality with loss of appetite (r = 0.15), headache (r = 0.12), and cough (r = 0.12), respectively. A higher incidence of side effects such as nausea (r = 0.267), diarrhea (r = 0.243), headache (r = 0.164), and acidity (r = 0.113) was observed when supplements were taken for 6 months.

Conclusion:

Most participants were on immunity boosters during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study concluded that using immunity boosters in excess or for more than 6 months causes side effects, the most recurrent ones being acidity, headache, nausea, and lack of appetite.
Atypical Compression of the Neck by Domestic Hydraulic Platform Lift Classified as Suicidal Asphyxia
Authors: Fragkouli Kleio , Vougiouklakis Theodore , Boumba Vassiliki A.
Published: June 2023

This contribution reports on a case involving the death of a female with a history of depression in treatment found dead in her house, with her neck compressed by a hydraulic lift elevator used for domestic purposes. The manner of death was determined as suicide based on an on-scene investigation and witness testimony along with a comprehensive postmortem examination. This case is reported on the grounds of its rarity and it highlights the potential danger of using advanced domestic equipment in the elder people’s residencies, especially those having a mental state of self-destruction.
Analysis of Medicolegal Examination in Alleged Sexual Abuse Presented to a Tertiary Care Hospital in Sri Lanka
Authors: Kitulwatte G Indira Deepthi , Wijewardena H P , Edirisinghe P A S , Senarathne U D
Published: June 2023

Forensic experts are often expected to provide an opinion on alleged physical or sexual contact between individuals following medicolegal examination of a case of sexual abuse (SA). There are many factors influencing the opinion. A retrospective descriptive study was performed to study the factors influencing the medicolegal opinion in SA forensic examination using medical and medicolegal records of alleged SA victims to extract data. Records of 441 victims were studied. A majority, 180 (40%), presented due to the guardian’s concerns – 302 (68%) presented for medicolegal examination 72 h after the incident. Recent injuries were observed in only 15% of the victims. Genital injuries were observed in 74% of the victims brought due to concerns of the guardians, with 12 victims having recent injuries. Of the 172 victims who complained of vaginal intercourse, 21% had recent injuries. A firm positive medicolegal opinion could be given in 63% of all cases. In 124 individuals, a firm positive or negative opinion could not be given. A majority (n = 90, 73%) of these individuals did not have any injuries, while 23% had healed injuries. According to the nature of the complaint, in a significant number of victims (53%), no scientific evidence was present to make a firm opinion. The nature of the sexual act and the absence of injuries influence the medicolegal opinion on SA, making it a challenging task for forensic experts.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Teenage Homicide Incidence: A Retrospective Review of Forensic Autopsy Cases in Maryland from 2018 to 2021
Authors: Azm Sahel Sabet , Shuster Benjamin , Jennings Breanna , Dean Stephanie , Stach John A. , Southall Pamela , Li Ling
Published: June 2023

Homicides in the United States disproportionately affect minorities, and previous research also indicates that increased economic deprivation and social disorganization correlates with increased rates of homicide. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated economic disparities and may have magnified existing disparities in homicide rates. Few studies have examined the incidence of teenage homicides throughout the United States, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This was a retrospective case review of homicides involving youth between the age group of 13 and 19 years from 2018 to 2021 in the state of Maryland. The aim of this study was to assess COVID-19 affected rates of youth homicide. A total of 230 teenage homicides occurred in Maryland from 2018 to 2021 with 113 cases during the pre-COVID-19 pandemic period (2018/2019) and 117 cases during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020/2021). The majority of teenage homicide victims were African − American male. More than 83% and 79% of victims were African − American in 2018/2019 and 2020/2021, respectively. Victims were also predominantly male (90% in 2018/2019 and 88% in 2020/2021). Maryland has a population of approximately 6 million people and is made up of 23 countries and Baltimore City. Nearly half of the overall incidents of teenage homicide took place in Baltimore City (49.6% pre-COVID-19 and 44.4% during COVID-19, respectively). While the average victim age did not vary considerably between 2018/2019 (17.8 years) and 2020/2021 (17.5 years), the percentage of cases involving victims ages 13–15 years more than doubled from 5.3% of cases in 2018/2019 to 12% of cases in 2020/2021. The majority of teenage homicide cases were due to firearm injuries (91.7%, n = 211), but during the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a rise in violence involving sharp objects such as knives. The incidence of teenage homicide did not change considerably during the COVID-19 pandemic, although we did observe a trend toward younger males who were African American.
Governance of Violence Risk in Patients with Severe Mental Disorders: From a Case of a Schizophrenic’s Filicide
Authors: Sun Da-Ming , Huang Jun-Nan
Published: June 2023

Schizophrenia is a chronic, prolonged illness with a significant tendency to relapse and a high disease burden. Patients are often affected by psychotic symptoms and commit violent assaults that manifest as criminal acts. At the same time, such patients generally have poor medication adherence, which also makes them more likely to commit crimes. In our case, a single mother with a history of psychiatric illness strangled her 4-year-old biological son to death with a rope, put the body in a bathtub and divided it, ate some of the victim’s organs; the results of her forensic mental health identification indicated she was in a period of illness at the time of the offense and did not have the competence for criminal responsibility. Medication adherence is an important factor affecting relapse in patients with schizophrenia. Although new medications have been introduced and researchers have been improving medication adherence through many ways such as patient education and family therapy since the 1980s, the level of medication adherence is still poor, with a nonadherence rate of about 50%. This report suggests that in practice, attention should be given to improving patients’ medication adherence, guardians of patients and their communities should strengthen their monitoring and care, including knowing the patients’ medication adherence and monitoring them to take their medication as prescribed, together with systematic psychotherapy for patients to prevent them from relapsing and committing violent attacks. Besides, when assessing the patient’s risk of violence, the realistic factors in crime motives and the impact of guardians (family) should be taken into account to evaluate the risk of violence objectively and comprehensively. A final point is that social support for patients with mental disorders and their families should be improved.
Feasibility and Scope of Teledentistry Services during the COVID-19 Pandemic – A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Jain Swati , Mohanty Vikrant
Published: June 2023

Introduction:

COVID-19 pandemic has influenced health-care utilization globally accentuating oral disease burden. This has reinforced the role of telemedicine. However, being technologically sensitive; the concept is still not popular. Hence, the present study aims to assess the scope and feasibility of teledentistry services of a Mobile Dental Clinics.

Methodology:

Teledentistry services were provided to the old patients of Mobile Dental Clinic Project for follow-up care from May 2021 to June 2021. Contact details of the patients were retrieved and were contacted for teleconsultation services using smartphones. Data were recorded through a prestructured digital outpatient department and feedback form.

Results:

A total of 813 active calls were made to provide teledentistry services. The response rate was 26.33% (n = 214). Around 78.5% (n = 168) of the study respondents did not have any current chief complaint related to oral health. Those who suffered from some ailment (11.2%) complained majorly of “dental pain.” Around 34.6% (n = 74) still required further dental treatment. The majority (97.7%) were satisfied with the teledentistry services provided.

Discussion:

Mostly, the patients could not be contacted due to COVID-19-related lockdown and migration from the city. From the patients who were followed up, 21.5% reported having some dental complaint. This clearly showed that these patients had received dental treatment even during pandemic. Furthermore, the felt need in the community was quite high leading to health-seeking behavior previously.

Conclusion:

In the view of COVID-19 preventive measures, it is advocated that teledentistry services should be implemented to improve oral healthcare outreach.
Analysis of Epstein–Barr virus infection in oral potentially malignant disorders and oral cancer: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Pankam Jintana , Lapthanasupkul Puangwan , Kitkumthorn Nakarin , Rungraungrayabkul Dulyapong , Klongnoi Boworn , Piboonniyom Khovidhunkit Siribang-on
Published: June 2023

Abstract

Aims and Objectives:

The primary objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) in oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) and oral cancer (OC) in a group of Thais using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and Epstein–Barr encoding regions (EBERs) in situ hybridization (ISH). The secondary objective is to investigate the risk factors of OC and the association between the presence of EBV and risk factors of OC/site of oral lesions.

Materials and Methods:

Sixty-one participants attending the screening project for OC and OPMDs at the Northeastern district hospitals of Thailand were recruited. Information related to risk factors and biopsy tissues for histopathological diagnosis was collected. Sixty-seven paraffin tissue blocks, including 52 OPMDs and 15 OC specimens, were investigated for EBV infection, using PCR analysis with latent membrane protein-1 (LMP-1) primer and EBERs ISH. Pearson’s Chi-square or Fisher’s exact test was used to analyze the differences in variables between participants with OPMDs and OC, as appropriate. The association between EBV infection and related risk factors was analyzed using logistic regression with a significant level at 0.05.

Results:

Using PCR analysis, 8 of 67 specimens (11.94%) were positive for LMP-1. Three cases of OPMDs were positive for both LMP-1 PCR and EBERs ISH. Regarding risk factors of OC, the two most common risk factors were betel nut chewing (52.46%) and working in sunlight (42.62%). The habit of taking alcohol was significantly different between the OC and the OPMDs groups (p = 0.009). The association between LMP-1 and the lesion at the tongue was statistically significant, with odds ratio = 4.900 (95% confidence interval = 1.046–22.943; p = 0.044).

Conclusions:

The prevalence of EBV infection in this group of participants was low. However, OPMDs at the tongue exhibited a significant association with EBV infection.
The Gelfoam Technique in Aggressive Vertebral Haemangioma with Dorsal Myelopathy
Authors: Muthiah Shanmugam , Velan Minu , Ali Syed , Subbiah Thirupathi
Published: June 2023

Only few cases of aggressive vertebral hemangioma (AVH) compressing cord have been reported in the literature. Such AVH is known to bleed profusely in the intraoperative period. We used small pieces of gelfoam admixed dye intraoperatively which dramatically reduced bleeding and we report one such case with review of literature.
Traumatic Spinal Cord Injuries: An Institutional Experience
Authors: Velho Vernon L. , Skhandeshwaran P. , Kharosekar Hrushikesh
Published: June 2023

Background:

Traumatic Spinal cord injuries are an important health burden taking heavy toll on life and livelihood. Early institution of treatment has best chance of nursing patient back to health. Even with timely intervention this disease has high mortality, morbidity and disability rates.

Objective:

The objective of this study was to analyze the epidemiological aspects and evaluate the outcomes and efficacy of the existing treatment modalities of traumatic spinal cord injuries.

Marterials and Methods:

Prospective study was conducted on all the cases of traumatic spinal cord injuries admitted at the institutional level between the years of 2019 January and 2022 January. Patients’ records were analyzed for epidemiological data, treatment modalities, preoperative baseline data, immediate postoperative outcomes, outcomes at discharge, and follow-up (6-month follow-up).

Results:

There were a total of 168 cases of traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI); of which 103 were cervical and 65 were thoracolumbar with a male: female ratio of 2.4:1 with the mean age being around 37 years. Road/railway traffic accidents account for the most common (42.6%), followed by fall down from height (26%). Eighty-one (48.21%) had American Spinal Injury Association Grade A injury. Thirteen (7%) were able to be discharged from the hospital with no deficits. Sixty-seven (39.8%) was the mortality rate. The statistics are in line with national data for traumatic SCI. Extensive research is being undertaken for newer modalities of treatment to improve outcomes.

Conclusion:

Traumatic spinal injuries are improtant health burden. Early prompt and appropriate treatment can prevent high mortality, morbidity and disability.
Triangular decomposition of $\mathrm{SL}_3$ skein algebras
Authors: Higgins Vijay
Published: June 2023

We give an

\mathrm{SL}_3

analogue of the triangular decomposition of the Kauffman bracket stated skein algebras described by Lê. To any punctured bordered surface, we associate an

\mathrm{SL}_3

stated skein algebra which contains the

\mathrm{SL}_3

skein algebra of closed webs. These algebras admit natural algebra morphisms associated to the splitting of surfaces along ideal arcs. We give an explicit basis for the

\mathrm{SL}_3

stated skein algebra and show that the splitting morphisms are injective and describe their images. By splitting a surface along the edges of an ideal triangulation, we see that the

\mathrm{SL}_3

stated skein algebra of any ideal triangulable surface embeds into a tensor product of stated skein algebras of triangles. As applications, we prove that the stated skein algebras do not have zero divisors, we construct Frobenius maps at roots of unity, and we obtain a new proof that Kuperberg's web relations generate the kernel of the Reshetikhin–Turaev functor.
$A_\infty$-category of Lagrangian cobordisms in the symplectization of $P\times {\mathbb R}$
Authors: Legout Noémie
Published: June 2023

We define a unital

A_\infty

-category

{\mathit{Fuk}}({\mathbb R}\times Y)

whose objects are exact Lagrangian cobordisms in the symplectization of

Y=P\times {\mathbb R}

, with negative cylindrical ends over Legendrians equipped with augmentations. The morphism spaces

{\mathrm{hom}}_{{\mathit{Fuk}}({\mathbb R}\times Y)}(\Sigma_0,\Sigma_1)

are given in terms of Floer complexes

{\mathrm{Cth}}_+(\Sigma_0,\Sigma_1)

which are versions of the Rabinowitz Floer complex defined by Symplectic Field Theory (SFT) techniques.
Criticality of Prognostics in the Operations of Autonomous Aircraft
Authors: Vachtsevanos George , Rajamani Ravi
Published: June 2023

This article addresses the design, testing, and evaluation of rigorous and verifiable prognostic and health management (PHM) functions applied to autonomous aircraft systems. These PHM functions—many deployed as algorithms—are integrated into a holistic framework for integrity management of aircraft components and systems that are subject to both operational degradation and incipient failure modes. The designer of a comprehensive and verifiable prognostics system is faced with significant challenges. Data (both baseline and faulted) that are correlated, time stamped, and appropriately sampled are not always readily available. Quantifying uncertainty, and its propagation and management, which are inherent in prognosis, can be difficult. High-fidelity modeling of critical components/systems can consume precious resources. Data mining tools for feature extraction and selection are not easy to develop and maintain. And finally, diagnostic and prognostic algorithms that address accurately the designer’s specifications are not easy to develop, verify, deploy, and sustain. These are just the technical challenges. On top of these are business challenges, for example, demonstrating that the PHM functionality will be economically beneficial to the system stakeholders, and finally, there are regulatory challenges, such as, assuring the authorities that the PHM system will have the necessary safety assurance levels while delivering its performance goals. This article tackles all three aspects of the use of PHM systems in autonomous systems. It outlines how some of the technical challenges have been overcome and demonstrates why PHM could be essential in this ecosystem and why regulatory authorities are increasingly open to the use of PHM systems even in the most safety-critical areas of aviation.
A correlation of 8-hour and 12-hour with 24-hour urinary protein among pregnant women with preeclampsia in a teaching hospital in South-Western Nigeria
Authors: Akindele R.A. , Omopariola S.O. , Adeyemo A.T. , Afolabi B.A. , Awodele K. , Folami E.O. , Adeyemo A.T.
Published: June 2023

Background and Objective: Proteinuria is one of the cardinal features of preeclampsia, which is a common and potentially severe complication of pregnancy. This study sought to determine how the quantitative measurement of urine protein from 8-hour and 12- hour samples correlate with that of a 24-hour sample in diagnosing preeclampsia.

Materials and Methods: 52 eligible pregnant women with preeclampsia were recruited between April 2017 and April 2018. For each patient, having emptied the bladder at 0 hour, urine was collected into three different containers (containers 1, 2, 3) at 8th hour, 12th hour and 24th hour ensuring that the bladder was emptied into each container at hours 8, 12 and 24. Volumes of 8 hours urine (volume in container 1), 12 hours urine (total volume in containers 1 and 2), and 24 hours urine (total volumes in containers 1, 2 and 3) were measured and 5 ml aliquot respectively obtained from each sample for colorimetric analysis of urinary protein. Data was analyzed using the EPI Info software

Results: A total of 52 patients completed the study. The mean gestational age was 33+ 2.82weeks. The mean 8-hour, 12-hour and 24-hour urinary protein values were 2.1+1.53, 2.3+1.52 and 3.1+1.89 respectively. There were significant correlations between the protein values of 8-and 12-hour urine samples with those of 24-hour urine samples

Conclusion: 8-hour and 12-hour values of urine protein correlated positively with values in 24-hour samples and may be useful for initial assessment of cases of preeclampsia for prompt interventions.
Automatic Temperature Detection System at the Entrance
Authors: Krishnan Namitha , Gayathri U Surya , A. K Aparna , P. N Rukkya , V Remya
Published: June 2023

Ensuring public health and safety has grown to be a top priority as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. This abstract describes a novel system that makes use of an Arduino Uno, an infrared temperature sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, and a servo motor to automate temperature detection at entry to public places. The central processing unit of the suggested system is an Arduino Uno microcontroller. It is not necessary to make physical touch to monitor body temperature because an infrared temperature sensor is used. The risk of potential contagion is decreased because of this sensor's ability to precisely measure human body temperature at a secure distance. An ultrasonic sensor is added to the system to improve functionality by determining how far away the person is from the door. This maximizes accuracy and efficiency by ensuring that temperature sensing only happens when a person is inside the appropriate range. The system activates the servo motor, which smoothly regulates the movement of a physical barrier, such as a gate or door when it detects a human within the predetermined distance range. Automated access control is made possible by this technology, prohibiting anyone with unusual body temperatures from entering. The system's brain, the Arduino Uno, is responsible for digesting sensor data and producing the right control signals for the servo motor. In the event of an abnormal temperature reading, it can also be configured to sound an alarm or notify authorized persons. The suggested system has several benefits, including accurate distance measurement, contactless operation, and real-time temperature monitoring. To provide efficient screening and stop the transmission of infectious illnesses, it can be applied at a variety of entrance points, including workplaces, educational institutions, medical facilities, and hubs for public transit. The Automatic Temperature Detection System at Entrance, which is demonstrated in this abstract, offers a reliable method for automating temperature screening procedures.
Graphics by Viktor Khvostenko
Authors: Сидорова О.В.
Published: June 2023

Статья посвящена графике художника Виктора Михайловича Хвостенко, который живет и работает в городе Бийске Алтайского края. Материалом исследования послужили работы, представленные на персональной выставке художника в апреле-мае 2023 года в Государственном художественном музее Алтайского края. Статья вводит в научный оборот произведения мастера и его комментарии и воспоминания, записанные автором статьи в интервью, которое хранится в архиве музея. Виктор Хвостенко учился у лучших представителей современного сатирического рисунка, работал под руководством известных московских художников-сатириков Е. Гурова, Е. Шукаева, Ж. Ефимовского, сотрудничал с редакциями сатирических журналов «Крокодил», «Перец», «Чаян». На выставке в художественном музее «Здравствуйте, соседи!» (2023) было представлено более 40 работ художника: иллюстрации к произведениям Ф.М. Достоевского, В.М. Шукшина, графические серии «Телефон-автомат», «Аэропорт», «Деревенский мостик», «Будьте здоровы!», посвященные детской тематике. Серия рисунков художника «Деревенский мостик» была отобрана региональным выставкомом для экспонирования на межрегиональной выставке «Сибирь – XIII» (Барнаул, 2023).

The article presents a study of graphics by the artist Viktor M. Khvostenko, who lives and works in the Altai Krai. The research material is the works presented at the artist's personal exhibition in April-May 2023 at the State Art Museum of Altai Krai. Viktor Khvostenko is a thoughtful and subtle interpreter of reality who looks at the world with a smile; this is his life and professional credo. He studied with the best representatives of modern satirical drawing. In 1986–1989 he actively collaborated with the editorial offices of the satirical magazines “Crocodile”, “Pepper”, “Chayan”. He worked under the guidance of famous Moscow satirical artists: Evgeny Gurov, Evgeny Shukaev, and Joseph Efimovsky. The result of such cooperation was participation in the All-Union Exhibition of Satire and Humor in 1986. More than 40 works of the artist were presented at the personal exhibition “Hello, neighbours!”. These were illustrations to the works of F.M. Dostoevsky, V.M. Shukshin, graphic series “Pay phone”, “Airport”, “Village Bridge”, “Be healthy!”, dedicated to children's themes. A series of drawings by the artist “Village Bridge” was selected by the Interregional Exhibition “Siberia – 13th” (Barnaul, 2023).
guerra secreta de Eisenhower na América Latina
Authors: Da Silva Vicente Gil , Loss Schwarz Laura Maria
Published: June 2023

O artigo apresenta o planejamento de operações contra o comunismo e o nacionalismo na América Latina formulado por oficiais do governo Eisenhower em seu primeiro mandato, destacando o caráter preventivo dessa mobilização e a importância atribuída às ações encobertas. Questiona-se, tendo em vista a elaboração desse plano de intervenções em assuntos internos dos países latino-americanos, a afirmação realizada por parte da historiografia de que a América Latina não possuía importância estratégica para os Estados Unidos entre o final dos anos 1940 e a maior parte da década de 1950. Ao contrário, demonstra-se, a partir de documentação oficial norte-americana, que o governo Eisenhower tratou a América Latina como um dos campos de combate da Guerra Fria.
Pemberdayaan Komunitas Herbal Medicine Class di Tangerang Selatan dalam Meningkatkan Kesehatan Keluarga
Authors: Adi Lukas Tersono
Published: June 2023

ABSTRAKLatar Belakang: Lebih  dari dua tahun  bencana COVID-19 berlalu menyisakan pekerjaan rumah semua bangsa di dunia, termasuk pemerintah Indonesia. Pemerintah telah berusaha semaksimal mungkin dalam mengendalikan penyebaran penyakit. Upaya kesehatan berbasis masyarakat di Indonesia sebanyak 63.6% yang aktif. Hal ini menandakan potensi yang belum tergali secara optimal dalam perlindungan kesehatan masyarakat secara menyeluruh.Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menelaah partisipasi masyarakat dalam pemberdayaan dan pengelolaan kesehatan secara mandiri dalam keluarga.Metode: Menggunakan metode kualitatif berbentuk studi kasus menggunakan data yang diambil dari sumber data sekunder berasal dari pengelola komunitas Herbal Medicine Class, observasi, wawancara dengan 12 informan. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik analisa konten dimana peneliti menginterpretasikan penelitian sesuai dengan masalah penelitian.Hasil: Komunitas memberikan ruang partisipasi masyarakat terhadap sasaran yang belum tercapai melalui pendekatan teknologi, kearifan lokal dan suasana kondusif di masyarakat. Hal ini justru akan membantu proses penyembuhan, peningkatan kapasitas, perlindungan kesehatan, termasuk panutan sebagai fasilitator dan teman. Keberhasilan pemberdayaan masyarakat terletak pada model, komitmen dan pemberdayaan.Kesimpulan: Pemberdayaan komunitas dapat mencapai kedaulatan kesehatan dengan mengutamakan keluarga menciptakan suasana kondusif, selalu menghargai kualitas hidup dan kearifan lokal serta keteladanan. AbstractBackground: More than 2 years since the COVID-19 disaster has passed, it has left homework for all nations in the world, including the Indonesian government,which has made every effort to control the spread of the disease. At that time community-based health efforts in Indonesia were 63.6% active, there was potential that had not been explored optimally in protecting public health as a whole.Purpose:Observing community participation in health empowerment and processing independently within the family.Method: Using qualitative methods in the form of case studies using data taken from secondary data sources from Herbal Medicine Class community manager,observations, interviews with 12 informants.Data analysis was carried out using content analysis techniques in which the researcher interpreted the research according to the research problem.Results:The community provides space for community participation for targets that have not been reached through a technological approach, local wisdom,and a conducive atmosphere in society, in fact helping the healing process, capacity building, health protection, including role models as facilitators and companions. The success of community empowerment lies in the commitment and empowerment model.Conclusion:Community empowerment can achieve health sovereignty by prioritizing the family, creating a conducive atmosphere,always respecting the quality of life and local wisdom and role models.
Quimbaya Anole (Anolis quimbaya)
Authors: Tovar-Ortiz Angie , Arteaga Alejandro
Published: June 2023

This is the species account about the Quimbaya Anole (Anolis quimbaya), a chapter in the Reptiles of Ecuador book. This account summarizes novel as well as historical information (recognition, natural history, distribution, conservation, etymology, and relevant literature) about the species and provides maps and images to facilitate identification of this reptile in the field.
Frequency of Right Ventricular Infarction in Patients with Acute Inferior Wall Myocardial Infarction Presenting At a Tertiary Care Hospital, Peshawar
Authors: Ullah Rahid , Ali Jabar , Bilal Adil , Jan Daud Ahmad , Rahim Abdur , Sajjad Wasim
Published: June 2023

Objectives: Right ventricular infraction has prognostic significance in the setting of acute “inferior wall myocardial infarction (IWMI)”, this research is intended to determine the frequency of “right ventricular infarction (RVI)” in patients with acute IWMI.
Methodology: This descriptive cross-sectional study took place at a tertiary care hospital in Peshawar, Pakistan. The study included consecutive patients who were diagnosed with acute IWMI. The presence of RVI was determined based on specific ECG findings showing >1.0mm ST segment elevation on right-sided chest leads.
Results: In a sample of 150 patients, 87 (58%) were male. The average age of the patients was 61 ± 10.7 years. Among the patients, 111 (74%) had hypertension, 64 (42.7%) were diabetic, and 45 (30%) were smokers. A body mass index (BMI) exceeding 25 kg/m2 was observed in 83 (55.3%) patients. RVI was observed in 62 (41.3%) of the patients. The occurrence of RVI did not show statistically significant differences between males and females (41.4% vs. 41.3%; p=0.989), hypertensive and non-hypertensive individuals (41.4% vs. 41.0%; p=0.964), diabetics and non-diabetics (42.2% vs. 40.7%; p=0.855), smokers and non-smokers (42.2% vs. 41.0%; p=0.885), and patients with BMI ≤25 kg/m2 and >25 kg/m2 (41.8% vs. 41.0%; p=0.920), respectively.
Conclusion: Based on the research findings, it can be concluded that RVI is a relatively common occurrence in patients with acute IWMI, as it was observed in more than 40% of the patients studied. However, no statistically significant association exists between RVI and various demographic and clinical factors.
BASEL KRİTERLERİNİN TÜRK BANKACILIK SİSTEMİ ÜZERİNE ETKİLERİ
Authors: Güngör Abdulbaki , Engin Cem
Published: June 2023

Bu çalışmada, Basel Kriterlerinin ilki olan Basel I’ den Basel IV’e kadar Basel Komitesinin yayınlamış olduğu kriterler incelenmiştir. Bu çalışmanın amacı bankacılık sektörünün çeşitli risklere karşı korunmak ve sektör standarttı belirlemek maksadıyla oluşturulan Basel kriterlerinin Türk Bankacılık sektörünün ne ölçüde uyum sağlayabildiğini incelemektir. Bu kapsamda Basel kriterleri bankaların denetim kalitesi artırmış, risk yönetimini iyileştirmiş, bankaların likiditesini güçlendirici önlemler almıştır. Bunlarla birlikte Basel Kriterlerine eleştiriler de getirilmiş; bunlardan başlıcaları risk duyarlılığının zayıf olması ve OECD üyesi olan ülkelerin risk ağırlığının düşük olması gibi kriterler eleştirilere neden olmuştur. Türk bankacılık sektörünün 2001 kriziyle birlikte risk ağırlığı ve sermaye yapısı güçlendirici düzenlemeler yapması, Türk bankacılık sisteminin kriterlere uyum sürecinde pozitif etki yaratmıştır. Çalışma literatür tarama yöntemi kullanılarak hazırlanmıştır.
The Role of Personality Traits as Mediation: The Effect of Financial Literacy and Risk Perception on Investment Decision
Authors: Herliana Yeni Tri , Ratnawati Kusuma , Djumahir Djumahir
Published: June 2023

The complexity of making investment decisions can be shown through the emotions and patterns of behavior that vary when large investors make investment decisions. Emotions and behavior patterns can be formed from the personality, and knowledge possessed and understood by investors. This study has two main objectives: first, to find out the direct relationship between financial literacy, risk perception, the big five personality traits, and investment decisions; second, to find out the role of the big five personality traits as mediators in the relationship between financial literacy, risk perception, and investment decisions. This research was conducted on six University Investment Galleries members in Malang City. The sampling technique used in this study is proportional sampling. The sample size in this study was 130 respondents obtained by calculating the Slovin formula. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires online to members of the investment gallery. The collected data was then analyzed using SEM-PLS. This study's results indicate a direct relationship between financial literacy, risk perception, the big five personality traits, and investment decisions. Not only that, but the results of this study also explain that the big five personality traits act as a partial mediation in the relationship between financial literacy, risk perception, and investment decisions. This study also found that investors with an open personality tend to be more receptive to information related to finance because investors are more aware of dynamic capital market movements. Hence, investors with an open personality tend to be more adaptable to new things.