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Effect of Longer Waiting Time During OCP and Pre-Applied Cleaning Potential In Corrosion Analysis of Zinc Metal
Authors: CİHANGİR Salih
Published: September 2023

Tafel analysis is a widely accepted technique for corrosion studies in electrochemistry. A general literature search for one of the electronegative metals, zinc, revealed serious deviations in corrosion results. In order to understand the reasons behind these deviations, zinc metal was investigated at macro and micro levels during and after the Tafel corrosion analysis. In-situ macro surface investigation during the OCP period and Tafel analysis were performed, and it was found that the zinc surface undergoes proceeding corrosion attack following the immersion in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution. In-situ macro surface analysis exhibited that the pre-oxidation of the surface proceeds as nonuniform at local regions. SEM-EDS and XRD analysis proved that the particular crystal planes of the zinc form ZnO with increasing immersion time. A linear sweep voltammetry (LSV) technique was applied to detect the oxygen removal and starting hydrogen evolution potentials. Three identical Tafel experiments were performed on samples without any treatment, and another three consecutive Tafel experiments were performed on the samples which applied pre-reduction potential. Obtained results revealed that in-situ pre-applied reduction potential just before the Tafel analysis cleaned the surface and allowed uniform oxide formation, resulting in the lowest standard deviation of the calculated Tafel elements.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Block Compost Menggunakan Variasi Bahan Organik Dari Limbah Teh Hijau
Authors: Selviana Selviana , Hayati Muriani Nur , Widiyanto Budi
Published: September 2023

The training on the production of block compost using various organic materials derived from green tea waste offers a sustainable solution for waste management. This study focuses on the creation of compost blocks, utilizing organic matter from green tea waste, with keywords including compost block, organic materials, and green tea waste. The training encompasses the identification of suitable organic components, the composting process, and the advantages of compost blocks. By integrating waste recycling, the initiative not only reduces waste, specifically green tea waste, but also provides an eco-friendly approach to enhancing soil fertility and plant growth. The training underscores the importance of sustainable waste management, promoting environmentally friendly practices, and supporting the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
CISPLATIN AND PROGESTERONE SEPARATE AND JOINT ACTION ON RAT THYMUS NUCLEAR PHOSPHOLIPIDS COMPOSITION AND CONTENT
Authors: Hovhannisyan Agapi G. , Hakobyan Nune R. , Yavroyan Zhenya V. , Gevorgyan Emil S.
Published: September 2023

The antitumor agent cisplatin and progesterone separate and joint action on content of total phospholipids and their individual fractions in nuclei from rat thymus cells were investigated. When used separately, cisplatin and progesterone exhibit its own distinctive properties. Cisplatin reduces, and progesterone, on the contrary, increases the content of total phospholipids. When used together, the effects of these drugs are summed up. Thus total phospholipid content of rat thymus cell nuclei increases by 17% after the joint injection of cisplatin and progesterone. These changes have different effects on quantities of individual phospholipid fractions. It is assumed that the effects of cisplatin and progesterone, both in their separate and joint action, can be mediated by quantitative changes in internuclear lipids that in turn can regulate the main functions of the cell nuclei.
The Demographic, Socioeconomic, and Political Determinants of Migration Aspirations Among Young People in Kosovo
Authors: Abazi-Morina Linda
Published: September 2023

The current study aims to examine the impact of demographic, socioeconomic, and political determinants on young people’s intention to migrate aged 14 to 29, drawing from a secondary analysis of the survey conducted by Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) of Kosovo youth, which has been carried out from 2018-2019. The findings showed that being unmarried and unemployed were a significant predictor of migration aspiration. In contrast, gender, age, and residency were not significant. National pride was one of the strongest predictors of lower migration aspiration. The results of this study didn’t show a significant relationship between a lack of trust in the national government and a higher wish to migrate. Voting intentions were negatively correlated with higher migration aspirations. Lastly, higher pessimism about the country's future significantly predicted higher migration aspirations. The findings of this study can advance understanding of the impact of demographic, socioeconomic, and political factors on migration aspiration and inform strategies to prevent uncontrolled mass migration among youth.
Diaspora: Exploring the Use of Affordances and Mobile Mediation among Migrants’ Social Connectedness
Authors: C Sharmila , M.A Mohamed Sahul Hameed
Published: September 2023

The media perform as a way of building and binding humans all over the globe, developing new linkage and amity among folk dwelling elsewhere. Today, ICTs give a new phase for migrants’ expedition to reduce loneliness isolation, promote social interactions and enhance assimilation processes in this context, how migrants use smartphones to foster social connectedness to maintain kinship and amity. This study uses a socio-technical approach by using the concept affordances as a systematic tool to examine how existing literature discusses the relations between migrants’ lifestyle and media technology practices in various phases. Thus, the paper analyses the implications of ICTs and social connectivity among migrants to create a sense of belonging sustain the relationships and process of assimilation. It also contributes to studying migrants’ expedition and social connectedness.
Management of Orofacial Herpes (Visarpa) Through Ayurvedic Approach
Authors: Baghel Prashant  , Neha
Published: September 2023

Herpes Simplex infection of mouth and face is known as ‘Oro Facial Herpes Simplex (cold sores). The incident rate of herpes viral infection is found to be around 7-14% in adolescents in India. It is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSVL). Oro facial herpes simplex causes inflamed and localized blisters that pop, weep and form crusts. At initial stage it shows symptoms like redness, swelling, heat and itching along with pain. Over a period of time the blisters leak out and become sores. According to Ayurveda literature, this disease can be co-related with ‘Pittaja Visarpa.’ Here presenting a case report of 52-year-old male with sudden onset of painful blisters, redness and burning pain on the jaw region. The patient was managed with Sutshekhar rasa, Avipattikar churna as oral medication and Jatyadi oil (Sheath Veda) and Khas Anantmool Ayurvedic cream (Sheath Veda) for local application over the jaw region. The patient showed improvement within two weeks and got significant relief over a month.
Antifungal Effectiveness Test of Cinnamon Extract (Cinnamomum Burmannii) Against Candida Albicans
Authors:   Department of Oral Medicine, Prof. Dr. Moestopo (Beragama) University, Mersil Sarah , Alifia Hanna ,   sudents from the Faculty of Dentistry, Prof. Dr. Moestopo (Beragama) University
Published: September 2023

Background: Candida albicans, is a normal flora that lives on the oral mucosa, digestive tract and vagina. Candida albicans can cause infection such as oral candidiasis. A number of antifungal agents are widely used in the treatment of Candida infections, but some antifungal drugs sometimes have unpleasant side effects. This prompted researchers to examine the contents of natural ingredients that have antifungal activity, one of which is cinnamon. Cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii) contains several chemical compounds including cinnamaldehyde and eugenol which are components that have antifungal effects. Objective: to analyze the effectiveness of cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii) antifungal against Candida albicans. Materials and Methods: The research was performed as laboratory experiment that calculates the diameter of inhibition using the agar-well diffusion method. 25 samples tested were Candida albicans cultured in SDA (Saboroud Dextrose Agar) medium. Variations in treatment concentrations were cinnamon extract (Cinnamomum burmannii) 25%, 50%, 75%, nystatin oral suspension (positive control), and aquades (negative control). Results: The average inhibition of 75% cinnamon extract (Cinnamomum burmannii) was 16.8 mm, whereas in the positive control nystatin oral suspension was 13.4 mm. The hypothesis test has a value of p=0.000 (p<0.05). Conclusion: There is an antifungal effectiveness of cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii) against Candida albicans at a concentration of 75%.
A Comparative Study on Endoscopic Underlay versus Interlay Technique of Type I Tympanoplasty
Authors: K B Sajitha , A G Naveen Kumar
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Tympanoplasty by underlay method is the commonly employed technique to repair perforated tympanic membrane and is conventionally done using a microscope. Aim of this study was to compare the results of underlay and interlay technique of endoscopic tympanoplasty between two groups.
Materials and methods:  A total of 100 patients were included in the study, with in a period of two years. All of them underwent type I endoscopic tympanoplasty, 50 patients in group 1 by interlay and 50 patients in group 2 by underlay method. All of whom were followed up for 6 months. Patients were evaluated and compared in terms of graft uptake, improvement in hearing and rate of complications
Results:  In the present study, Group 1 patients have recorded a graft uptake rate of 100% where as in group 2 it was 94%. 88% of the patients in group 1 and 84 % in group 2 reported a complete ABG closure at the end of 6 month.
Conclusion: Endoscopic tympanoplasty, by interlay technique gives a very good success rate both in terms of graft uptake and air-bone gap closure when compared to underlay method.
KEYWORDS: endoscopic tympanoplasty, interlay, underlay
ПОТЕНЦИАЛ НАУЧНОГО И ИНФОРМАЦИОННОГО ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ ЖИВОТНОВОДЧЕСКОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ В КАЗАХСТАНЕ
Authors: Ж. К. Алтайбаева  , В. П. Шеломенцева  , Д. З. Айгужинова
Published: September 2023

Авторы рассмотрели общее состояние традиционного животноводства в Казахстане. Определены современные проблемы развития отрасли. Обоснована актуальность развития животноводства для обеспечения продовольственной безопасности в условиях снижения деловой активности. В качестве инвестиций в развитие отрасли, рассматривается осуществление государством программы «Информационное обеспечение субъектов агропромышленного комплекса на безвозмездной основе». Были рассмотрены мероприятия по реализации этой программы в 2020 году для достижения цели исследования. Авторы обобщили расчеты ожидаемого прироста стоимости товарной продукции животноводства при использовании технологических подходов к кормлению, улучшению структуры стада, селекции, ухода и ветеринарного обслуживания, раскрытых для фермеров на специальных семинарах. В статье упор делается на необходимости обеспечения доступности знаний современных технологий и научных исследований по животноводству посредством проведения научно-практических семинаров для производителей сельскохозяйственной продукции, а также спрогнозированы возможные результаты от применения полученных знаний на практике. Цель рассматриваемого исследования – обосновать необходимость и спрогнозировать возможные результаты обеспечения доступности знаний современных технологий и результатов научных исследований по животноводству посредством научно-информационного сопровождения (проведения научно-практических семинаров) для производителей сельскохозяйственной продукции.
Rhinosinusitis as a complication of FESS: is antibio tic prophylaxis beneficial?
Authors: Jeřábková Zuzana , Schalek Petr , Fuksa Jakub , Chovanec Martin
Published: September 2023

Introduction: One of the most common complications of functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) is purulent rhinosinusitis, which often requires antibiotic (ATB) therapy. The aim of our study was to determine whether complications requiring ATB administration are so frequent and severe that antibiotic prophylaxis would be beneficial. Our next question is whether a complicated postoperative course with ATB therapy leads to early recurrence and thus reoperation. Material and methods: This is a retrospective study of 370 patients undergoing FESS at the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University Hospital Královské Vinohrady, 3rd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, between 2012 and 2018 for chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). We investigated the incidence of postoperative complications, the reason for postoperative ATB therapy and the rate of revision FESS within 3 years in patients with complicated and uncomplicated healing. In the study cohort, we observed complications in 35 cases (9.5%); the most common complication was postoperative purulent rhinosinusitis, which was observed in 23 patients (6.2%). ATB therapy was indicated in 37 (10%) patients, most often because of postoperative purulent rhinosinusitis. Results: We did not show that patients with complicated healing reached revision surgery more often (P = 0.3883). Our findings are consistent with data from the available literature, according to which patients do not benefit significantly from the administration of ATB prophylaxis. Conclusion: ATB prophylaxis is not universally indicated in FESS. Postoperative suppurative inflammation is not associated with early recurrence requiring revision surgery. Keywords: Antibiotic prophylaxis – rhinosinusitis – FESS complications – revision procedure
AVALIAÇÃO DO USO DE FIBRAS DE GARRAFAS PET COMO REFORÇO DE SOLO LATERÍTICO COMPACTADO
Authors: GANTUS-OLIVEIRA Talita
Published: September 2023

RESUMO. Com o crescimento acelerado em obras de infraestrutura, o aumento das atividades industriais e a constante geração de resíduos, faz-se necessário o desenvolvimento de medidas sustentáveis para minimizar os impactos ao meio ambiente. Da conjugação desses fatores, surge uma interessante perspectiva para a utilização de materiais alternativos para aterro em obras geotécnicas, atentando-se para a redução do impacto causado pelo descarte de resíduos sólidos. Nesse sentido, é possível aliar geotecnia experimental e ambiental a métodos e práticas alternativas e sustentáveis para sua abordagem em obras civis geotécnicas. No âmbito da estabilização de solos, por exemplo, a utilização de materiais alternativos ainda é muito incipiente. No intuito de ampliar a área de conhecimento em referência ao aproveitamento de materiais para reforço de solos compactados, o presente trabalho teve como objetivo uma análise experimental simplificada do comportamento de um solo laterítico reforçado com fibras de garrafas PET como base de pavimentação. O comportamento foi simulado por meio de ensaios laboratoriais de compactação, de resistência à penetração e de cisalhamento direto. Os resultados obtidos mostraram a influência das fibras de garrafas PET no aumento da resistência à penetração do solo. Sugere-se, entretanto, o aprofundamento na avaliação do comportamento das fibras para conclusões definitivas.
ABSTRACT - With the accelerated growth in infrastructure works, the increase in industrial activities and the constant generation of waste, it is necessary to develop sustainable practices to minimize impacts on the environment. From the combination of these factors, an interesting perspective arises for the use of alternative materials for landfill in geotechnical works, paying attention to the reduction of the impact caused by the disposal of solid waste. In this sense, it is possible to combine experimental and environmental geotechnics with alternative and sustainable methods and practices for its approach in geotechnical civil works. In the scope of soil stabilization, for example, the use of alternative materials is still very incipient. In order to expand the area of knowledge in reference to the use of materials to reinforce compacted soils, the present work aimed at a simplified experimental analysis of the behavior of a lateritic soil reinforced with PET bottle fibers as a paving base. The behavior was simulated through laboratory tests of compaction, resistance to penetration and direct shear. The results obtained showed the influence of PET bottle fibers in increasing soil penetration resistance. It is suggested to deepen the evaluation of the behavior of the fibers for definitive conclusions.
The Letters to the Thessalonians
Authors: Green Gene L.
Published: September 2023

In this commentary Gene Green reads Paul's two letters to the Thessalonians in light of the canon of Scripture and of new knowledge about the first-century world of Thessalonica. This fruitful approach helps illuminate the impact of the gospel on its original readers and, in turn, shows how potent a force it can be for the church and society today.

The book begins with an in-depth study of the Thessalonians themselves -- their history, land, socioeconomic conditions, and religious environment. This fascinating discussion gives the necessary context for fully appreciating the circumstances surrounding the founding of the city’s first church and the subsequent struggles of the Thessalonian believers to live out their Christian faith.

The main body of the book provides informed verse-by-verse commentary on 1 & 2 Thessalonians that extracts the fullest possible meaning from these important New Testament texts. As Green’s exposition shows, the Thessalonian scriptures are especially valuable as letters of friendship and for showing Paul’s pastoral concern for the many areas in which the Thessalonians needed guidance. Some of Paul’s purposes are to thank the new believers for their steadfastness amid suffering, to encourage them in their trials, to urge them not to neglect their daily work, and, no less important, to teach them about the future of believers who die before Christ returns. Indeed, the matter of the last things and the second coming of Christ so permeates these texts that they are often called Paul’s eschatological letters.

Filled with new information about ancient society, this commentary will fast become a standard reference work for Bible study. By carefully bridging the biblical and modern worlds, Green shows with clarity and warmth the continuing relevance of 1 & 2 Thessalonians for contemporary readers.
1–3 John
Authors: Bennett Thomas Andrew
Published: September 2023

The letters from John written to churches at the end of the first century CE possess meaningful theological insight for Christians today - in a sense, they were written for us.

Working from this standpoint, Thomas Andrew Bennett keeps historical speculation to a minimum and delves into the theological depths of 1-3 John in this commentary. He begins by providing a new translation of the text from the Greek, along with verse-by-verse exegesis, and then moves into an extended reflection on a litany of relevant theological topics, including questions of trinitarianism, creation, faith, atonement, eschatology, salvation, the nature of divine and human love, and the composition of the church. In these pages, readers challenged by Johannine metaphors (“walking in the light,” “children of God,” etc.) will find clarity, and pastors will find detailed guidance for teaching and preaching.

Bennett's scholarship is critical but confessional, academic but accessible, and, above all, rooted in a faithful reverence that seeks not to read 1-3 John as a detached outsider to the text, but as the author's fellow believer, so that the text's theological concerns can be spoken to once again in a fresh and compelling way.
1 and 2 Thessalonians
Authors: Johnson Andy
Published: September 2023

In this commentary, Andy Johnson engages with the developing interpretive framework of missional hermeneutics to present a theological interpretation of 1 & 2 Thessalonians that aims to help the church more fully participate in the life and mission of the triune God.

After a verse-by-verse commentary, Johnson closely examines the theology of the two epistles, focusing especially on the topics of eschatology, holiness, and election in light of his missional reading of 1 and 2 Thessalonians. In his exegetical and theological analyses, Johnson considers canonical concerns, doctrinal commitments, ecclesial practices, proposals from contemporary systematic theology, and insights gleaned from the field of neuroscience regarding personal and community formation, all of which help to clarify and enrich readers' understanding of various passages.
Depression, anxiety, and quality of life in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Authors: Dehghan Ali , Soltani Hamidreza , Faezi Seyedeh Tahereh , Baghdadi Azarakhsh , Soleymani Salehabadi Hossein , Bashiri Hamidreza , Hemayati Roya , Mansouri Mehrdad , Motaghi Mohammad , Nejadhosseinian Mohammad
Published: September 2023

Introduction

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multisystem disorder that can affect multiple organs; psy-chiatric manifestations including depression and anxiety are commonly seen in SLE. The aim of this study is to explore the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress, and assess the quality of life (QOL) in patients with SLE and also evaluate associated risk factors.

Material and methods

In this cross-sectional study, adult patients with SLE were identified through our institution’s SLE data registry. Participants were evaluated with three questionnaires: Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-42), General Health Ouestionnaire-28 (GHQ-28), and World Health Organization quality of life instrument short form (WHO-QOL BREF).

Results

A total of 222 patients were included in the study, 203 (91%) of whom were female and
19 were male (9%). Participants had a mean age of 35.6 ±9.5 years. According to DASS-42 question-naire, 22.1%, 28.7% and 20.3% of patients had varying degrees of depression, anxiety, and stress, respectively. Based on GHQ-28 questionnaire, 137 (62%) of patients reported some degree of distress. Quality of life score was 12.8, 13, 14.3, and 13.9 in physical health, psychological health, social relationships, and environmental health, respectively.

Conclusions

We found that depression, anxiety, and stress are common in patients with SLE, and quality of life is significantly affected. A high percentage of patients with SLE deal with some degree of distress. Rou-tine evaluation of the quality of life and psychological disturbances is recommended in patients with SLE. Non-pharmacological interventions as well as specialist referral should be considered in patients with anxiety, depression, or stress.
Quality of Life of People in Quarantine and Isolation Centers
Authors: Iftikhar Sidra , Bajwa Asif Azeem , Ahmed Muzaffar , Sarwar Neelam , Hanif Asif , Khalid Omer Ismail
Published: September 2023

Objective: To assess the quality of life of people in quarantine and isolation centres in the Rawalpindi Cantonment area.

Study Design: Cross-sectional study.

Place and Duration of Study: Isolation Centre of Pak Emirates Military Hospital and Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine Rawalpindi Pakistan and various Quarantine Centres in the Rawalpindi Cantonment area, from Aug 2020 to Mar 2021.

Methodology: A total of 187 individuals were included in the study. All participants were requested to fill out the World Health Organization Quality-of-Life Scale (WHOQOL-BREF) Urdu or English version according to their education level and preference.

Results: There were 108(57.75%) cases who remained in isolation, and 79(42.25%) cases were from quarantine. Quarantined individuals reported significant reduction not only in total score (p<0.001) but also in all four domains, including physical health (p=0.042), psychological health (p<0.001), environmental health (p<0.001), and social health (p<0.001).

Conclusion: It is concluded that the quality of life was low for the people included in the study. Further comparison found that the median quality of life of people in quarantine was statistically lower than in isolation centres.
Association of Serum Cortisol Levels with Respiratory Distress Syndrome and Mortality in Premature Babies
Authors: Sajid Dr Muhammad , Fatima Nousheen , Nousharwan Mir , Ahmad Ameer
Published: September 2023

Objective: To evaluate Trends of cortisol level and its relation with Respiratory distress syndrome and Mortality in premature babies Materials & Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted in Neonatal unit of pediatric medicine 1 of Bahawalvictoria hospital Bahawalpur from Feb 2021 to June 2021.Premature babies (less than 36 weeks gestation by ballard scoring )admitted in Preterm ward on day 1 were enrolled after informed consent and ruling out exclusion criteria (More than 24 hour old , Who have received antenatal steroids for lung maturation, Received any treatment before admission in any other hospital, Patient having Any obvious anomaly ).Day 1 sample sent for CRP and cortisol. Data recorded regarding weight, gestational age (ballard scoring), septic risk factors. These patients were followed for development of RDS ( on X ray at 24 hour of life). Outcome was documented as expiry, discharged or LAMA. Data analyzed in SPSS 20. Results:40 patients were enrolled as per inclusion criteria. 27 (67.5 % ) were male and 13 (32.5 %) were female. Gestational age 3 (7.5 %) had less than 28 weeks, 29-30 weeks were 6 (15 %), 31-34 weeks were 31 (77.5 %). Weight less than 1.5 kg were 23 (57.5%), 1.5 to2 kg were 15 (37.5 %), 2.1-2.5 kg were 2 (5%). Cortisol level low in 4 (10 %), normal in 6 (15 %), high in 30 (75 %).22 (55 %) discharged, 13 (32 %) expired, and 5 (12.5 %) got LAMA. Cortisol level as compared to outcome has p value 0.002. Tweleve (30 %) had RDS. Twenty two (55 %) had evidence of sepsis. 18 (45 %) had CRP more than 6. Cortisol level as compared to RDS presence has P value 0.057 and with sepsis has P value 0.007. Mean cortisol in discharged patients were 19.8, expired 14.2 and LAMA has 22.7. Mean cortisol in RDS patients were 18.3 and RDS absent had 18.3 also. Mean cortisol in Sepsis positive patients were 18.6 and sepsis absent were 18.0 Conclusion: Mean cortisol has no significant difference in discharged and expired patients.
Clinical and psychological characteristics of alcohol-dependent patients in the formation of high quality therapeutic remission
Authors: Skvira I. M. , Skvira M. I. , Abramov B. E.
Published: September 2023

Objective. To identify clinical and psychological features that contribute to the formation of therapeutic remission in patients with alcohol dependence (PAD).Materials and methods. A comprehensive (clinical, experimental, psychological, statistical) comparative study was conducted of 79 PAD at the stage of therapeutic remission (icnluding 39 people in high-quality remission and 40 in low-quality remission) and 42 practically healthy individuals aged 27 to 55 (40.18 ± 10.2) years.Results. It was found that the condition of patients with high-quality PAD in remission differed from the condition of patients with the threat of relapse and healthy individuals with significantly fewer health complaints (p < 0.05), higher indicators of psychological functioning (p < 0.01) and a high level of activation of the nonspecific adaptive reaction of the body (NARB) (p < 0.001).It was found that the state of PAD in high remission differed from that of patients at risk of relapse and healthy individuals by a significantly lower number of health complaints (p < 0.05), higher indicators of psychological functioning (p < 0.01) and a high level of activation of nonspecific adaptive response of the body (NARB) (p < 0.001).Conclusion. The formation of qualitative and long-term therapeutic remission in PAD requires not only specific changes with a weakening of the manifestations of the disease, but also a high level of NARB, which provides energy support for the process of recovery with integration into a healthy society.
Analysis of etiologic structure and antibiotic resistance of the main pathogens of infectious complications in patients with acute leukemia
Authors: Korolenko N. A. , Kravchenko D. V. , Mikhailova E. I. , Trofimova N. V. , Sukhareva L. V.
Published: September 2023

Objective. Analyze the etiological structure of infectious complications in patients with acute leukemia and determine the sensitivity to antibacterial drugs of the main pathogens.Materials and methods. The results of bacteriological cultures and antibiograms of 177 patients with acute leukemia and infectious complications for the period 2019–2021 were retrospectively studied.Results. In 2019, the frequency of isolation of Gr+ flora was 45.28% and Gr- was 54.72%; in 2020 the percentage of Gr+ bacteria was 34.62%, Gr− was characterized by 65.38%; in 2021 it was 41.3% and 58.7% respectively, (x2=0.20, p=0.66). In 2019, one of the main pathogens was Klebsiella pneumoniae (21%), which retained its positions by 2021 (13%; x2=0.05, p=0.82). The causative agent showed polyresistance to many antibiotics, except for imipenem (100%) and fosfоmycin (100%). In the period 2020–2021 Klebsiella pneumoniae began to compete with Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, which showed an increase in the detection rate from 11% to 17% (x2=29.46, p=0.0001). Having polyresistance, the pathogen showed 100% sensitivity only to ticarcillin/clavulanate and co-trimoxazole.Conclusion. In the absence of changes between the frequency of isolation of Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms, the increase in the number of strains of Gram− microorganisms (K. pneumoniae and S. maltophilia) with multiple antibiotic resistance among the causative agents of infectious complications in patients with acute leukemia necessitates continuous microbiological monitoring to improve the tactics of antibacterial drugs.
Changes in the functional state of the skeletal muscles of badminton players during the formation of the mechanism of adaptation to motor activity
Authors: Bondarenko K. K. , Bondarenko А. Ye. , Korshuk M. M.
Published: September 2023

Objective. Determination of the nature of adaptation of skeletal muscles when performing special exercises in badminton.Materials and methods. The study involved 6 students, aged 18 - 20, of Gomel State Medical University practicing badminton. Testing of the functional state of skeletal muscles was carried out by myometrics method using myometer “MYOTON-3” and software “Myoton”.Results. The results of the study showed that the application of special exercises during 8-week microcycles promotes the formation of skeletal muscle adaptation to the performance of special competitive exercises of high intensity, expressed in the frequency of oscillation in a relaxed state in the range of 11-15 Hz. The processes of adaptation of muscular activity have an impact on improving the trajectory of the athlete’s body links, there is a decrease in the load on the articular joints of the upper limbs, expressed in terms of the muscle decrement index of at least 0.6 c.u., and the stiffness index of at least 0.45 N/m.Conclusions. Changes in the functional state of skeletal muscles as a result of a targeted impact contribute to an increase in strength potential, which leads to an increase in the performance of game activity.
A Comprehensive Health Electronic Record System with MySQL RDMS, QGIS Database and Mongo DB
Authors: Owuondo Joseph
Published: September 2023

The advancement in data storage systems and novel data types has made organizations to stop relying on the use of simple client/server I.T infrastructure and leverage more on multiple categories of database systems to keep heterogeneous data. The study exploits the benefits around deploying hybrid relational database management systems and NoSQL systems while developing better electronic health records (EHR) systems within health facilities alongside facility decision support system (FDSS). More particularly, GIS, MySQL and Mongo DB databases were integrated to enhance EHR systems alongside offering improve clinical decision support. The study adopted experimental design to develop the Electronic Health Records System using GIS, MySQL and Mongo DB software to create the database. Findings revealed that the atomicity, consistency, isolation and durability feature typical of relational database management systems guaranteed data security, integrity, ease of access and efficient transaction processing. Mongo database offered the system a more precise internal data structure and solid scalability along with simplified mapping of application objects to the underlying database design. The GIS database enabled a clear visualization of patients’ geographical locations, medical facilities, and the physical location of the physicians. Integrating these database systems within the health care arena was instrumental in compelling application systems to adhere to the HIPAA EHR standards without compromising performance and scalability.
DETERMINANTS OF TAX AGGRESSIVENESS AMONG NON-FINANCIAL LISTED FIRMS IN NIGERIA
Authors: Daniella Tamaradiepreye AJUBE  , Edirin JEROH
Published: September 2023

The study investigated the determinants of tax aggressiveness among Nigerian listed non-financial firms using inferential and descriptive statistics. Ex-post facto research design was used based on the researchers’ choice of relying on secondary data of listed non-financial enterprises in order to meet the study's general and specific objectives. For this study, 10 years company-specific data were collected from MachameRatios Positive Accounting Database covering 2011 to 2020. Analysis was done using the regression method along with relevant diagnostic tests. According to the results of the hypothesis test, we discovered that Return on Assets (ROA) and gender diversity on the audit committee, does not significantly influence tax aggressiveness, whereas, real earnings management and independence of corporate boards have significant impact on the level of tax aggressiveness of listed non-financial firms in Nigeria. The study thus submits that the level of board independence and the degree of managements’ involvement on real earnings management are major determinants of tax aggressiveness among Nigerian listed non-financial firms. This study thus recommends that the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and other relevant regulatory agencies should sustain previous provision in the corporate governance codes requiring the compulsory inclusion of independent directors in the boards of corporate entities. Conscious attempts must be made by regulators to strategically monitor the activities of corporate organizations and their respective management to the extent that tax aggressive tactics through real activities’ manipulation should be discouraged and possibly sanctioned.

Keywords: Tax Shield, Effective Tax, Tax Aggressiveness, Non-Financial Listed Firms, Corporate Boards, Nigeria.
ANAPLASMOSE E BABESIOSE EM BOVINO: RELATO DE CASO
Authors: Schlindwein Julia Luiza , Matos Monica Regina de , Müller Rodrigo Alfredo Martins
Published: September 2023

A babesiose e a anaplasmose são duas enfermidades que juntas fazem parte do complexo da tristeza parasitária bovina, transmitidas principalmente pelo carrapato Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus. Essa enfermidade acomete ruminantes e quando não diagnosticada e/ou tratada, pode facilmente levar a morte. Esse relato tem o objetivo de descrever as alterações patológicas encontrada em um bovino que veio a óbito pela tristeza parasitária bovina. Macroscopicamente na necropsia desse animal foi observado alterações características da tristeza parasitaria bovina, como hepatomegalia, mucosas esbranquiçadas, hipoderme ictérica e bile consistente e escura, já microscopicamente foi encontrado alterações relacionadas a tristeza parasitaria em amostras coletadas de baço, fígado e rim, sendo respectivamente hiperplasia da polpa vermelha, degeneração gordurosa e nefrose renal. Dessa forma, conclui-se que as técnicas de necropsia e histopatologia podem ajudar com o diagnóstico da enfermidade, consequentemente prevenindo perdas econômicas causadas pela doença.
UMA INTRODUÇÃO À SOCIOLOGIA DE PIERRE BOURDIEU
Authors: Macedo Rodolfo Alves de
Published: September 2023

A obra de Patrice Bonnewitz intitulada Primeiras lições sobre a sociologia de P. Bourdieu completa, em 2023, 25 anos desde sua publicação na França em 1998 e 20 anos de sua tradução no Brasil em 2003. A partir de então, a obra tem sido citada e utilizada como material de introdução à sociologia de Pierre Bourdieu (1930-2002), sociólogo francês e um dos mais relevantes intelectuais do século XX, considerado por muitos como um clássico moderno, tendo em vista a grande influência de sua abordagem sociológica em áreas além da sociologia, como a filosofia, a ciência política, a arte e, no Brasil, especialmente na educação, deixando um grande legado e herdeiros intelectuais.
Por se tratar de um autor complexo, que trata o estudo de seus objetos de maneira complexa, a leitura dos escritos de Bourdieu, por vezes herméticos, é sempre uma tarefa hercúlea para aqueles que se propõem a aventurar-se por esse caminho. A questão da linguagem empregada por Bourdieu é frequentemente objeto de reclamações de seus leitores. Quando questionado sobre isso em entrevista, Bourdieu (2004, p. 68) afirmou que “o que é complexo só se pode dizer de modo complexo”.
Influence of radiosonde observations on the sharpness and altitude of the midlatitude tropopause in the ECMWF IFS
Authors: Krüger Konstantin , Schäfler Andreas , Weissmann Martin , Craig George C.
Published: September 2023

Abstract. Initial conditions of current numerical weather prediction systems insufficiently represent the sharp vertical gradients across the midlatitude tropopause. Data assimilation may provide a means to improve the tropopause structure by correcting the erroneous background forecast towards the observations. In this paper, the influence of assimilating radiosonde observations on the tropopause structure, i.e., the sharpness and altitude, is investigated in the ECMWF IFS. We evaluate 9729 midlatitude radiosondes launched during one month in autumn 2016. About 500 of these radiosondes, launched on request during the North Atlantic Waveguide Downstream impact Experiment (NAWDEX) field campaign, were used to set up an observing system experiment (OSE). The OSE comprises two cycled assimilation forecast experiments, one with and one without the non-operational soundings. The influence on the tropopause is assessed in a statistical, tropopause–relative evaluation of observation departures of temperature, static stability (N2), wind speed and wind shear from the background forecast and the analysis. The background temperature is overestimated at the tropopause (warm bias, ~1 K) and underestimated in the lower stratosphere (cold bias, −0.3 K) leading to an underestimation of the abrupt vertical increase of N2 at the tropopause. We show that the increments (differences of analysis and background) reduce background biases and improve the tropopause sharpness. Profiles with sharper tropopause exhibit stronger background biases and, in turn, an increased positive influence of the observations on temperature and N2 in the analysis. Wind speed is underestimated in the background, especially in the upper troposphere (~1 m s−1), but the assimilation improves the wind profile. For the strongest winds the background bias is roughly halved. The positive influence on the analysis wind distribution is associated with an increase of vertical wind speed shear, which is underestimated above the tropopause. In addition to the tropopause sharpening, we detect a shift of the analysis tropopause altitude towards the observations. The comparison of the OSE runs highlights that the main contribution to the tropopause sharpening can be attributed to the radiosondes. This study shows that data assimilation improves wind and temperature gradients across the tropopause, but the sharpening is small compared to the model biases. Hence, the analysis still systematically underestimates the tropopause sharpness which may negatively impact weather and climate forecasts.
In the PaLRaP Spotlight: Erica Getts
Authors: Campbell Stephanie
Published: September 2023

Interview with Erica Getts
INVESTIGATION OF THE COMPOSITION AND PROPERTIES OFAKSHABULAK OIL
Authors:   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Niyazova D.Zh , Espanova I.D ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Moldanazar A.A. ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Serikbaev M.S. ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Bekkhozhaev M.G ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan
Published: September 2023

Annotation. With the help of modern methods of physico-chemical analysis, the physicochemical properties, origin and fractional compositionof the Akshabulak oil field were studied. Using adsorption column chromatography, the oil was purified from asphaltenes and resins contained in it. The full composition of oil was determined by chromatography-mass spectrometry and the content of compounds in it was calculated by internal normalization. The NIST-08 database was used as a library of Mass spectra. The origin of the oil was discovered, studied by the ratio of 2,6,10,14-tetramethylpentadecane to 2,6,10,14-tetramethylhexadecane on the obtained chromatogram. The proven oil was formed at the seabed off the coast by origin. The fractional composition of oil and the products obtained from it was studied by the method of simulated distillation. The heat of combustion of the products obtained and the octane number of gasoline obtained from oil were determined. The results obtained as a result of the study can be used in oil refining.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COORDINATION NUMBERS OF CRYSTAL LATCH PARAMETERS OF COMPLEX MIXED OXIDES
Authors:   Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University Almaty city, Kazakhstan, Mataev, MM , Nurbekova M.A ,   Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University Almaty city, Kazakhstan, Sarsenbayeva Z.B ,   Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University Almaty city, Kazakhstan, Kuandyk B.B ,   Kazakh National Women's Pedagogical University Almaty city, Kazakhstan
Published: September 2023

Күрделі аралас оксидтердің кристаллографиялық көрсеткіштерін есептеу қосылыстардың физика-химиялық қасиеттерін түсіндіреді. Кубты сингонияда кристалданған торлары бар күрделі иондық кристалдардағы иондық радиустарының олардың кристалдық тор параметрлеріне тәуелділігі зерттелді. Кристалдық тордың тұрақтылығы туралы постулатты пайдалана отырып, флюорит құрылымды кубты кристалдардағы ион радиустары мен кристалдық тордың параметрі арасындағы қатынастар тәуелділігі көрсетілді. Күрделі висмутиттердің кристаллографиялық мәндерін бастапқы оксидтердің координациялық сандары мен иондық радиустарын есептеу арқылы шешілді. Алғаш рет изоқұрылысты күрделі висмутиттер қатарының кристалдық тор параметрлерін иондық радиустер арқылы есептеуге арналған теңдеуі қорытылып шығарылды. Координациялық сандар мен элементар ұяшықтар параметрлерін тәуелділігі арқылы байланыс ұзындығы анықталып, байланыстың түзілу шегін көрсететін байланыс кернеулігі есептелген.Координациялық сандар мен элементар ұяшықтар параметрлері тәуелділігі арқылы құрамындағы байланыстардың сипаты түсіндіріліп, байланыс кернеулігі мен байланыс ұзындықтары мәндері барлық қосылыстардың кристалдық торларының толығымен түзілетіндігін дәлелденді. Кристалды заттардың құрылымының тұрақтылық шегі, олардың кристалдық тор энергиясы болып саналады, күрделі аралас висмутитердің кристалдық торлар энергиясы Грушевицкий, Капустинский, Фереман әдістерімен анықталып, иондық радиус арасындағы тәуелділік көрсетіліп, тұрақты кристалды қосылыстар екендігі анықталды. Осы есептелген кристалдық торлар мәндерінің көмегімен көпкомпонентті жүйенің термодинамикалық функцияларын бағалауға болады.
SYNTHESIS AND LOCAL ANESTHETIC ACTIVITY OF THE COMPLEX OF DIETHYL [(3-(1H-IMIDAZOLE-1-YL)PROPYLAMINO)- (o-FLUOROPHENYL)METHYL]PHOSPHONATE WITH β-CYCLODEXTRIN
Authors:   JSC ", Praliyev K.D ,   A.B.Bekturov Institute of Chemical Sciences",   , Almatycity, Kazakhstan, Yu. V.K ,   JSC "A.B.Bekturov Institute of Chemical Sciences", Almatycity, Kazakhstan, Malmakova. A.E. ,   JSC "A.B.Bekturov Institute of Chemical Sciences", Almatycity, Kazakhstan, Kaldybayeva. A.B ,   JSC "A.B.Bekturov Institute of Chemical Sciences", Almatycity, Kazakhstan,  Al-FarabiKazakh National University, Almaty city, Kazakhstan, Khaiitova M.D. ,   S.D. AsfendiyarovKazakh National Medical University, Almaty city, Kazakhstan
Published: September 2023

Құрамына фтор атомы, фосфонат тобы және имидазолопропил фрагменті кіретін α-аминофосфонаттар өзіндік фармацевтикалық әсердің кең спектріне ие гетероциклді фосфорорганикалық химияның маңызды қосылыстарының бірі болып табылады. Потенциалды биологиялық белсенділігі бар жаңа қосылыстар алу мақсатында реакция үш компонентті Кабачник-Фильдстің «one-pot» реакциясы жағдайында жүргізілді. Бастапқы реагент 3-(1Н-имидазол-1-ил)пропан-1-амин бензолды ортада о-фторбензальдегид және диэтилфосфитпен 80оС температурада әрекеттесуі нәтижесінде сәйкес диэтил[(3-(1H-имидазол-1-ил)пропиламино)(о-фторфенил)метил]фосфонатсинтезделінді. Алынған қосылыстың құрамы мен құрылысы жұқа қабатты хроматография (ЖҚХ), элементтік талдау, рефрактометрия, ИҚ және ЯМР спектроскопия әдістерімен дәлелденді.Диэтил[(3-(1H-имидазол-1-ил)пропиламино)(о-фторфенил)метил]-фосфонаттыңβ-циклодекстрин-мен кешені МАВ-262 зертханалық шифрімен жергілікті жансыздандырғыш белсенділікке зерттелінді.Зерттеулер С.Д.Асфендияров атындағы Қазақ ұлттық медициналық университетінің фармакология кафедрасының зертханасында жүргізілді. Инфильтрациялық анестезиядағы жергілікті жансыздандырғыш белсенділігі бойынша зерттеулер Bulbring және Wajda әдісімен еркек жынысты теңіз шошқаларында жүргізілді. Зерттеулер нәтижесінде МАВ-262 уыттылығының біршама аз екендігі анықталды (LD50 = 1235 мг/кг) және оның залалсыздықкөрсеткіші новокаин көрсеткішінен 2,6 есе, ал лидокаин көрсеткішінен 5,4 есе көп. МАВ-262 инфильтрациялық анестезия индексі 20,5±1,55 құрайды. Сонымен қатар, қосылыс 15,0±2,03 мин толық анестезияны тудырса, жалпы әсер ету ұзақтығы 30,7±4,0 мин құрады.
WAYS TO FORM COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCES IN TRAINING FUTURE PHYSICS TEACHERS
Authors:   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Almagambetova A.A. , Zharylgapova D.M. ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan, Sherehan N.Sh ,   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, Kyzylorda city, Republic of Kazakhstan
Published: September 2023

Мақалада болашақ физика мұғалімдерінің коммуникативтік құзыреттіліктерін қалыптастыруды элективті курстың мазмұнын жетілдіру арқылы жүзеге асыру мәселесі ұсынылған. Педагогикалық зерттеуде физика мұғалімдерін дебат, дискуссия, диспут, конференция, оқушының ғылыми зерттеу жұмыстарын ұйымдастыру және өткізу әдістемесіне үйрете отырып, коммуникативтік дағдыларын дұрыс қалыптастыру жолдары айқындалған. Бұл білім алушылардың өз ойын жеткізе білуі, оқушылармен, ата-анамен, әріптестерімен, тіл табысуы, сөйлемнің құрылымын дұрыс құрастыру, басқа да тілдерді меңгеру, интонация қоюы, білім беруде оқушыға оқу материалын сапалы, түсінікті, ресми тілде баяндауы, пікірталас кезіне өз пікірін нақты деректермен қорғауы, қарсыласының пікіріне құрметпен қарауы және т.с.с. коммуникативті дағдыларының жиынтығы арқылы анықталады. Ұсынылып отырған мақалада болашақ мұғалімдер элективті курс барысында лекция, практика сабақтары мен өзіндік жұмыстарында мектепте физикадан диспут, дискуссия, конференция, оқушының ғылыми-зерттеу жұмыстарын ұйымдастырудың жолдарын, әдістемесін меңгереді. Ол үшін білім алушылар осы іс-шаралардың жоспарын жасап, практика барысында жүзеге асырады. Бұл болашақ физика мұғалімдері үшін коммуникативтік құзыреттіліктерін дамыту үшін үлкен практика болып саналады.