bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Efficiency of the Eucalyptus sp. Plant in Absorbing Pollutants Results from Vehicle Exhausts in the Baghdad City
Authors: S. Al-Maliki Mariam Abdulsalam , F. Al-Easawi Nada Abdulrahman
Published: July 2024

Air pollution is one of the serious problems facing the world today because of constant changes in environmental concentration levels of some gases and heavy metals due to humans. Especially when contaminants on the soil and leaves are deposited and transferred to the remainder of the plant. The present study was carried out to assess the theory concentrations of air pollutants in some areas of the city of Baghdad and their effects on the plant (Eucalyptus sp.) by calculating the heavy metal, exposed to roadside vehicles pollution in the city of Baghdad. The gaseous air pollutants levels were measured in five sites namely Al-Doura, Al-Kadhimiya, Palestine Street, and Al-Shaab to represent the urban areas and Al-Rashidiya site to represent the rural area. Included carbon dioxide CO2, sulfur dioxide SO2, and nitrogen dioxide NO2. Also, heavy metal concentrations were measured cadmium Cd and lead Pb. Concentrations of air pollutants, for all studied sites, ranged between 281.33-702.33 ppm, 0.15-3.50 ppm, 0.004-0.532 ppm, 0.132-1.16 μg m-3, 1.75-5.75 μg m-3, for CO2, NO2, SO2, Cd, and Pb, respectively. High concentrations of Cd and Pb were recorded in Eucalyptus sp. (1.51 mg/kg and 5.31 mg kg-1, respectively).
Biosynthesis of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles and Combination with Glyphosate Herbicide and Effect Against Cogon Grass Control
Authors: Balasim Halah Majeed , Emran Faiza Kadhim , Yaaqoob Laith Ahmad
Published: July 2024

For enhancing herbicide efficacy a total of 42 soil samples, five species of bacteria that grew the most were selected for regarding other isolates: (Enterobacter cloacae, Serratia fonticola, Aeromonas hydrophila, Pantoea spp., Pseudomonas mendocina). Extracellular extracts of these bacteria were made and then used to manufacture iron oxide nanoparticles biologically. It was observed after measuring the average diameter by AFM (Atomic Force Microscopy) for each NPs prepared were 65.14, 29.21, 63.87, 57.89 and 36.59 nm, respectively. The synthesis conditions were a pH of 7 and 50°C. Based on the AFM values, Serratia fonticola was selected as having the smallest average diameter of 29.21 nm to complete the rest of the techniques (UV-VIS, AFM, FTIR and FE-SEM). The wavelength of Fe2O3NPs by using UV-VIS is 359 nm, Image FE-SEM displays spherical Fe2O3NPs in Nano-cluster form and the average volume is 29.21 nm by AFM. Utilizing the Randomized Complete Block Design methodology with 6 treatments, two factors: Glyphosate herbicide at the recommended dose and three concentrations of the prepared (Fe2O3NPs) from Serratia fonticola were 0.5, 1 and 1.5 g/ml. Halfa plant was controlled using these treatments, and after 30 days, the efficiency of the treatments was measured on a set of characteristics. It was found the lowest number of plants and the highest percentage of control was in the treatment 5 glyphosate and Fe2O3 NPs con. (1.5g/ml) was 1.26, 5.33 and 90%, respectively. The study effectively shows the potential of employing Fe2O3NPs generated from S. fonticola to improve the efficacy of Glyphosate for Cogon management.
Exploring Financial Behavior: A Qualitative Investigation into Psychological Factors Influencing Risk Preferences and Investment Decisions
Authors: Suriyanti S. , Mandung Fitriani
Published: July 2024

This qualitative study investigates the psychological determinants influencing risk preferences and investment decisions. Grounded in phenomenology and interpretivism, the research aims to explore subjective experiences related to financial behavior. Employing purposive sampling, participants were selected based on diverse criteria. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and document analysis. Thematic analysis revealed intricate interplays between personal experiences, cognitive biases, emotions, social influences, and financial literacy, shaping individuals' risk perceptions and decision-making processes. Findings underscore the multifaceted nature of financial behavior, highlighting the significance of personality traits, cognitive styles, and decision-making biases. Risk-averse individuals prioritized capital preservation, while sensation seekers pursued high-risk, high-reward investments. Moreover, individuals' self-efficacy influenced their investment strategies. Cognitive biases, such as overconfidence and loss aversion, further impacted investment decisions. The study emphasizes the importance of considering psychological factors in designing personalized financial interventions and educational programs. Future research directions include longitudinal studies, cross-cultural comparisons, and interdisciplinary approaches integrating insights from psychology, economics, and finance. This research contributes to the advancement of knowledge in behavioral finance and informs practical implications for financial advisors and policymakers, aiming to enhance individuals' financial well-being and decision-making competence.
Establishing alternative grain networks: A comparison of case experiences in South Tyrol, Italy, and Colorado, United States
Authors: Meyer Nanna , Sacchi Giovanna , Sartori Camilla , Fischer Christian
Published: July 2024

Alternative grain networks (AGNs) are micro-systems that supplement conventional food pro­duction and distribution systems, emphasizing high quality food and leveraging regional, socio-cultural, and socio-economic values. In this multiple case study analysis we compare two AGNs, Regiokorn in South Tyrol, Italy, and the Colorado Grain Chain (CGC) in the U.S., using qualitative and comparative analysis to explore the indicators of geographical proximity, cultural homogeneity, commercial viability, and community involvement. Regiokorn and the CGC differ in various ways in these operational dimensions as well as in their organizational setups, the former as a pure business network and the latter including consumer mem­bers. Our findings highlight how these two differ­ent organizational structures can be leveraged to achieve similar outcomes, and provide valuable insights for other AGNs in finding their own paths.
Whiteness, Innocence, and Childhood in the Prioress’s Tale and Its Devotional Milieu
Authors: Wilson Anna
Published: July 2024

This article draws on recent scholarship in premodern critical race theory and the history of childhood to argue that in the Prioress’s Tale, whiteness signifies innocence and describes innocent bodies. In the tale, the color white gains its meaning from its contexts in devotional and antisemitic literature in which it evokes milk and breastfeeding, which in turn evokes a complex set of ideas about heredity and learned culture. By referencing this tangle of meanings around whiteness, the Prioress’s Tale resituates Christian anxieties about the nature and value of childish innocence into the genre of the antisemitic miracle, whose primary anxieties are focused on the coherence of the Christian body and the Christian community. When the “white metaphors” of devotional literature move into an explicitly racial and racializing genre, they become part of race-making discourses of white Christianity or Christian whiteness.
Örtü Bitkisi (Cover Crops) Uygulamasının Catherina Şeftali Çeşidinin Verim, Fenolojik Özellikler, Pomolojik Özellikler ve Meyve Uçucu Bileşenleri Üzerine Etkilerinin Belirlenmesi
Authors: Şeker Murat , Efil Levent , Özer Emin , Gür Engin , Ekinci Neslihan , Gündoğdu Mehmet Ali , Kaya Çağlar , Demirci Sefa , Cankı Fatih Furkan
Published: July 2024

Örtü bitkilerinin yaygın olarak bilinen olumlu etkileri arasında toprak verimliliği ve meyve ağaçlarında kılcal kök faaliyetlerinin arttırılması, dolayısıyla mikrobesin elementlerinden daha yüksek seviyede yararlanma, hastalık ve zararlı mücadelesinde çok yönlü kazanımların elde edilmesi, etkin bir yabancı ot kontrolünün sağlanması ve toprak pH düzenlemesi bulunmaktadır. Canlı malç olarak da bilinen örtü bitkisi uygulamalarının meyve verim ve kalitesi üzerine de olumlu etkileri bulunmaktadır. 2021 2022 yıllarında yürütülen bu çalışma, örtü bitkisi uygulamasının Catherina şeftali çeşidinin verim, fenolojik özellikler, pomolojik özellikler ve meyve uçucu bileşenleri üzerine etkilerinin belirlenmesi amacıyla yürütülmüştür. Anadolu Etap Kumkale işletmesinde (Çanakkale) bulunan deneme parselinde belirlenen sıra aralarına 9 farklı türe ait tohum karışımı ekilmiş ve tohumların çimlenmesini takiben arazi koşullarında fenolojik, fizyolojik ve vejetatif gelişme performansını belirlemeye yönelik ölçümler yapılmış, meyve verimini belirlemek için sayımlar gerçekleştirilmiş, meyve örnekleri alınarak kalite analizleri ile olgun meyvelerde uçucu aroma bileşenlerini belirlemeye yönelik kromatografik analizler yapılmıştır. Örtü bitkilerinin şeftalilerde meyve fiziksel özellikleri ile biyokimyası üzerine değişik etkileri olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Örtü bitkisi uygulamasının meyvelerde lakton, ester ve bazı önemli terpen bileşiklerinin sentezini yoğunlaştırdığı belirlenmiştir.
Kıvırcık Salatanın Verim ve Kalitesi Üzerine Bionur Mikrobiyalin Farklı Uygulama Şekilleri ve Dozlarının Etkileri
Authors: Sağlam Necdettin , Öter Sinem
Published: July 2024

Bu çalışma; kıvırcık salatanın verim ve kalitesi üzerine makro ve mikro besin maddeleri ile Thiobacillus spp. Bakterileri içeren Bionur mikrobiyalin farklı uygulama şekilleri (yapraktan, topraktan hem yapraktan hem de topraktan) ve dozlarının (yapraktan: 0, 150, 300, 450 ml/100 lt, topraktan: 0, 1.5, 3.0, 4.5 lt/da) etkilerini belirlemek amacıyla Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesi, Tarımsal Araştırma ve Uygulama Merkezi’ne ait tül serada 2018 yılı Ekim-2019 yılı Nisan ayları arasında yürütülmüştür. Denemede Caipira kıvırcık salata çeşidi kullanılmıştır. Tohumlar 13 Eylül 2018 tarihimde, hasat ise 5 Nisan 2019 tarihinde yapılmıştır. Çalışmada kıvırcık salatanın verim ve kalite parametreleri (toplam bitki ağırlığı, pazarlanabilir bitki ağırlığı, baş yüksekliği ve baş çapı) pH, titrasyon asitliği, suda çözünebilir kuru madde) incelenmiştir. En yüksek pazarlanabilir bitki verim topraktan 1.5 lt/da (756.14 g) uygulamasında elde edilmiştir. Sonuç olarak Bionur mikrobiyalin kıvırcık salata yetiştiriciliğinde topraktan 1.5 l/da dozunda uygulanması önerilebilir.
Unusual cause of urinary retention in an infant
Authors: Iftikhar Qureshi Taimur , Arshad Muhammad , Rashid Hina
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Gastrointestinal tract duplication cysts constitute a rare group of malformation. Patients with presacral mass present with a diagnostic challenge due to the less obvious presentation.

Case Report: We report a 7-month-old boy, who presented with constipation and acute intermittent urinary retention. On per-rectal examination, a palpable mass was felt posteriorly with a narrow base, raising a query of pre-sacral/pelvic mass. Ultrasound pelvis revealed a well-defined, rounded oval-shaped cystic mass noted in the center of the lower pelvis, posteriorly. Computed tomography (CT) scan abdomen confirmed a cystic pelvis mass anterior to the rectum causing mass effect. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the pelvis was done to define its relationship to the sacral spine. A high-intensity lesion was seen on T2 imaging with no spinal involvement. Hence surgical exploration was done, and per operative diagnosis of rectal duplication was confirmed. Postoperatively child was discharged on the fourth post-operative day and doing well on follow-up.

Conclusion: We emphasize a complete examination, including per rectal examination in any child presenting with acute urinary retention to exclude pre-sacral masses.
HUNTER COLORIMETER VALUES OF MUSTARD SEEDS AT DIFFERENT MOISTURE CONTENTS
Authors: PALANI HEMASANKARI , PALANI RAMADEVI , KUMAR PANKAJ , BALA MANJU , R. VISWAKARMA  , DEVI D. MRIDULA , R. KAILAPPAN
Published: July 2024

– Mustard seeds were procured from the local market and subjected to cleaning and for conducting experiment. 100g of the mustard seeds were taken and different moisture content were tested using hot air oven method. Different moisture contents of 10%, 16%,18% and 20% were made in the oilseed with water addition using formula method. The samples were then tested for its final moisture content. The color parameters of whiteness ratio, yellowness ratio, browness ratio, hue angle, chroma, redness ratio and whiteness index were determined using hunter colorimeter. At 10%mc in mustard seeds redness ratio varies between 2.41-41.25, whiteness ratio varies between 35.66-38.93, whiteness yellow ratio varies between 21.38- 308.50, yellowness ratio between 0.46-6.68, browness ratio varies between 762.01-1084.15, hue angle varies between 70.68-71.57, chroma varies between 4.77-6.01. At 16% mc, total colour difference varies between 6.01-6.68, redness ratio varies between 3.06-16.72, whiteness index varies between 30.84-40.31, whiteness yellow ratio varies between 20.96 - 106.93, yellowness ratio varies between 6.82 - 4.81 browness ratio varies between 408.01 - 849.05, hue angle varies between 3.43 - 25.64, chroma varies between 3.13 - 5.08. At 18%mc, total colour difference varies between 5.76-6.47, redness ratio varies between 4.85 - 8.61, whiteness ratio varies between 32.09 - 36.65, whiteness yellow ratio varies between to 42.78 - 69.37, yellowness ratio varies between 3.34 - 19.99, browness ratio varies between 647.97 - 856.65, hue angle varies between 6.84 - 40.70, chroma varies between 4.25 to 6.97. At 20% mc total colour difference varies between 6.17 - 6.40, redness ratio varies between 8.82 - 29.53, whiteness ratio varies between 33.03 - 36.40, whiteness yellow ratio varies between 67.49 - 195.41 yellowness ratio varies between 2.12 - 6.85, browness ratio varies between 767.34 - 1204.11, hue angle varies between 1.72 - 13.50 and chroma varies between 4.53 - 6.83. The redness ratio increases from 10% to 20%mc since moisture addition adds dark colour to the mustard seed. The values were tested for its statistical significance at 5% level of significance and found to be significant. (p 0.05) using SPSS16 software. Further analysis was done using response surface design expert software, 12 version
MONITORING MONOCROTOPHOS RESIDUES IN VEGETABLE GROWING AREA OF OTTANCHATHIRAM BLOCK, INDIA
Authors: R. JAYASHREE  , R. RIZAM
Published: July 2024

The presence of Monocrotophos in water and soil creates serious threats to humans’ health due to major environmental concerns in terms of surface water, ground water and soil contamination. The study was undertaken in the Ottanchathiram in Dindigul district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Ottanchathiram is a region in the Southwest of Tamil Nadu. Five intensive vegetable growing villages namely Thasaraipatti, Veeralapatti, Ambilikai, Arasappapillaipatti and Vadakadu, were selected for Monocrotophos residue analysis. Samples of Brinjal, Bhendi, Cauliflower and Chilli cultivated soil and water was collected periodically at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 75, 90, 105 and 120 days and analysed for monochrotophos residues in both water and soil samples usingGC-MS. The results revealed that average monochrotophos residues in the samples were in the range of 0.8 and 1.5 mg/kg in soil and 0.01-0.09 µg/l in water. Highest concentration was found in Arasappapillaipatti field, ranging from 1.5 mg/kg in Brinjal cultivated soil and in water the highest range was 0.09 µg/l. No residues were detected in samples that are not treated with pesticides. The study reveals reduction in concentration of monochrotophos residues in Ottanchathiram area.
ASSESSMENT OF PRE HARVEST FRUIT BAGGING TO MANAGE PESTS OF MANGO (MANGIFERA INDICA L.) CV. BENISHAN
Authors: RAVURI PRASANNA LAKSHMI , DEVA SAHAJA , M.K. JYOSTHNA
Published: July 2024

– Mango commonly known as king of fruits in India is reported to be affected by 188 species of insects in India. Pest and disease incidence in mango mainly starts from flowering stage and continues till harvesting. Farmers generally rely upon pesticides to control pests and diseases of mango but over a period of time, due to poor management practices and changing climatic conditions, pest incidence in mango increased rapidly which in turn increased pesticide sprayings. This resulted in increased production cost and pesticide residues on fruit which is a major hurdle for mango export and also few pests like fruit fly cannot be controlled by insecticides alone. Hence, on farm trial was conducted during summer, 2022 to assess the performance of fruit bags in reducing pests and diseases of mango against farmers practice i.e., spraying of pesticides. Fruit bagging method effectively controlled fruit fly, thrips and bacterial black spot diseases whereas in farmers practice 11.28%, 2.17% and 23.22% were recorded respectively despite of regular sprayings. There is a significant difference between fruit bagging and farmers practice and fruit bagging method found to be best in reducing pest and disease incidence. Higher yield was recorded in fruit bagging, i.e. 9 t/ha whereas in farmers practice it was 7.5t/ha. Even though cost of production is high in fruit bagging i.e., Rs 104000/- hectare due to good market price to bagged fruits, farmers got more net returns i.e., Rs 3,42,300/- hectare. Reduced sweetness in the fruit and difficulty in bagging of all the fruits in older trees are the cons in fruit bagging method. Overall, pre harvest fruit bagging found to be one of the best management practice in mango which not only reduces pest and disease incidence but also to get higher yield and quality fruits.
CONDUCE OF POLYFILM OF POLYHOUSE ON SOIL MOISTURE AFTER COMPOSITING FARM YARD MANURE
Authors: SHEKHAR GARGI , NARANG HAPPY , PATHAK AMAN
Published: July 2024

Protected cultivation is one of the most prominent methods practiced by most of the cultivators in North India especially to shield crops during adverse climatic conditions. Inside the polyhouse a microclimate is generated which protects the cultivars. An attempt was made to study the effect of polyfilm of polyhouse on the tomato yield when the seedbed was prepared by applying the farm yard manure by paddle operated farm yard manure applicator compared to broadcasting method (P1 and P2 ) in the crop research farm of Maya group of colleges, Dehradun. Two plots (O1 and O2) were also prepared in the same way in open field condition. The analysis was made on the attributes such as air temperature, soil temperature, relative humidity and intensity of light in both situations, i.e. under protected cultivation and open field from mid October 2021 to mid march 2022. The results reveal air temperature was found to be 3-6ºC low in protected conditions but relative humidity was 12-14% higher. Soil temperature was 3-9 ºC was high in open field state but light intensity was low in polyhouse. The yield inside the polyhouses was obtained 48.7 t/h and 54.8 t/h compared to open field that was 31.6 t/h and 42.8 t/h.
ENGINEERING INSIGHTS INTO MARINE DRIFT GILL NETS OPERATED ALONG THE COAST OF RATNAGIRI, M.S., INDIA
Authors: G. KAZI TOUSIF , S. MOHITE ASHISH , B. MIRAJKAR NILESH , C. KAMBLE SUSHIL , B. MULYE VIJAY
Published: July 2024

The study provided a comprehensive study of the fishing gear locally known as “Vahilyachi jal” offering insights into its design, construction and application for targeting mackerel, pomfret, seer fish, and tuna. The gear’s specifications cover a range of features, including main webbing mesh sizes ranging from 52 to 150 mm to target different group of species, twine types comprising PA monofilament and multifilament. Dimensions such as hung length (47.25 to 108.57 m) and hung depth (4.25 to 11.74 m) are detailed, along with webbing color variations. The gear incorporates selvedge twine types (PE multi, PA multi, PA mono), head rope materials (PP), and float specifications, including circular and disc-shaped dimensions. Additionally, the study examines foot rope details, sinker types, and associated weights. The total fleet length ranged from 182 to 2560 m, with an operational depth of 10 to 73 m. The fishing craft used include non-mechanized boats, motorized FRP and wooden boats, and FRP mechanized boats, featuring engine horsepower from 9 to 50 HP. This detailed abstract provides a comprehensive summary of the “Vahilyachi jal” fishing gear, emphasizing its adaptability and functionality in diverse fishing scenarios.
STABILITY PROPERTIES OF ALKALINE PROTEASES SOURCES AT DIFFERENT OPTIMUM CONDITIONS
Authors: MEENA PUKHRAJ , SINGH DOOMAR , MOTILAL  , YADAV SHAILENDRA , USMANI NAHID
Published: July 2024

– Alkaline proteases possess considerable industrial potential due to their biochemical diversity and wide applications in tannery and food industries, medicinal formulations, detergents and processes like waste treatment, silver recovery and resolution of amino acid mixtures. The genus Bacillus contains a number of industrially important species and approximately half of the present commercial production of bulk enzymes derives from the strains of Bacillus sp. These strains are specific producers of extracellular proteases and can be cultivated under extreme temperature and pH conditions to give rise to products that are, in turn, stable in a wide range of harsh environments.
THE IMPACT OF HOSPITAL-ACQUIRED INFECTIONS ON PATIENT OUTCOMES
Authors: NAJ ZEBA , SINGH ANSHU KUMAR , MISHRA PANKAJ KISHOR
Published: July 2024

Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), also known as healthcare-associated infections, are infections that patients acquire while they are in the hospital. They are typically not present or might be incubating at the time of admission. HAIs usually manifest 48 hours after admission to the hospital. The National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) closely monitors HAIs to prevent them and improve patient safety. HAIs include central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI), catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI), surgical site infections (SSI), and Hospital-acquired Pneumonia (HAP), Ventilator-associated Pneumonia (VAP), and Clostridium difficile infections (CDI). For the last few decades, hospitals have taken HAIs seriously. Several hospitals have established infection tracking and surveillance systems in place, along with robust prevention strategies to reduce the rate of HAIs. HAIs can have a significant impact on patients, both at an individual level and at the community level. They can lead to longer hospital stays, increased costs of care, and even death. HAIs can also be linked to the spread of multidrug-resistant infections. In recent years, the definitions of pneumonia have been changed to better identify patients at risk for multidrug-resistant (MDR) pathogens. This change was made to avoid the overuse of antibiotics. The term Healthcare-acquired Pneumonia (HCAP) has been made obsolete, and the term Hospital-acquired Pneumonia (HAP) has replaced it. HAP is defined as pneumonia that occurs 48 hours or more after admission to the hospital and did not appear to be incubating at the time of admission. Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is defined as pneumonia that develops more than 48 to 72 hours after endo-tracheal intubation. Both HAP and VAP are associated with poorer outcomes and significant morbidity and mortality worldwide.
Examining The Diffusion Trajectory Of Technology Awareness Initiative In An IT Organization: Insights For Persona Based Organizational Capability Building
Authors: Jajoo Anuj , Deshmukh Dr. Pooja
Published: July 2024

This study investigates the diffusion patterns of technology awareness campaigns within a large IT organization. It uses a 21-month cybersecurity awareness initiative as a case study to explore the relationship between awareness diffusion and employee personas (Tech Enthusiasts, Visionaries, Pragmatics, Conservatives, and Skeptics) based on the frameworks of Everett Rogers' "Diffusion of Innovation" theory and Geoffrey Moore's "Crossing the Chasm". While the traditional diffusion pattern suggests a bell curve, the analysis reveals a trajectory characterized by multiple, gradually diminishing spikes. An employee survey revealed that the dominance of Tech Enthusiasts, due to the IT-oriented nature of the workforce, contributed to this deviation. Furthermore, the study identified two "chasms" – a deviation from Moore's single-chasm model. Key stakeholder interviews provided insights into how the organization successfully bridged these chasms. Based on these findings, the study offers practical recommendations for organizations planning and implementing awareness campaigns. Overall, this research provides valuable insights for organizations aiming to develop their workforce capabilities in new technologies and methodologies.
Thrombotic Microangiopathy and acute kidney injury with malaria: One-year experience at SIUT
Authors: Naqvi Rubina , Zaidi Syeda Qurat ul Ain
Published: July 2024

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) may occur with malarial infection, falciparum and vivax species. AKI, anemia, jaundice and thrombocytopenia are documented associated findings. Thrombotic Microangiopathy (TMA) in relation with malarial AKI is less reported subject.
Patients and Methods: Between January 2023 to December 2023, patients with diagnosis of malaria and developing AKI (according to KDOQI guidelines definition), who were brought to our institute, showing some clinical and basic laboratory features of TMA or shown delayed recovery were subjected to renal biopsy. Only those where histological diagnosis of TMA was confirmed were included in present study.
Results: During last calendar year 17 adult patients fulfilled criteria of malaria, AKI and TMA, of these 15 (88%) were female. Malaria was caused by vivax species in 15 (88%), falciparum in one and one patient who arrived late here had report of malarial parasite seen in private laboratory, species was not mentioned. All had febrile illness, associated symptoms were oligo-anuria in 15(88%), vomiting 13 (76%), body aches 12(70%), and jaundice in 6 (35%). The mean age was 26.58±8.9 years, hemoglobin 7.84±1.78, urea 162.70±67.94, creatinine 8.06±4.69 and LDH 1434.05±925.36. Hemodialysis was required in 16 (94%) patients. After getting biopsy results plasma exchanges done in 15 (88%) patients. Complete recovery of renal function seen in 6 (35%), CKD in 7 (41%).
Conclusion: TMA in association with malarial AKI is less reported in literature. Vivax malaria has shown devastating complications with this previously labelled “benign” species of plasmodium.
Prevalence and factors leading to delayed graft function and slow graft function in living donor kidney transplantation at tertiary care hospital, Karachi.
Authors: Huma Anbreen , Saleh Ambreen
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The level of function of a transplanted kidney in the immediate postoperative period is correlated with long-term graft. Delayed graft function (DGF) is associated with acute rejection, prolonged hospital stays, and healthcare costs, as well as increased rates of graft failure.
Objectives of study was to determine the frequency of DGF and Slow graft function (SGF) among living donor kidney transplants. Secondly, to compare frequency of factors responsible for slow and delayed graft function.
Subjects and methods: Descriptive study done at Department of Transplantation, from 22nd October 2019 to 23rd April 2020. All patients undergoing first living donor renal transplants of both genders with recipient age 18-50 years and had ESRD due to all causes were included. The data related to donor factors, recipient factors, and transplant factor were noted. The frequency of SGF and DGF was noted after early post-transplant period. The leading factors evaluated for the SGF & DGF were compared with IGF.
Results: The mean age of the donors was 32.15 ±8.68 years. Only 9 (5.7%) donors had >50 years age whereas female gender was reported as 65 (41.1%). BMI >30kg/m2 was found in only 2 (1.3%) recipients. The mean warm ischemia time was 1.01 ±1.36. None of the patient
had WIT of >30. IGF was found in 154 (97.50%) patients, SGF in 3 (1.9%) and DGF in 1 (0.6%) patient.
Conclusion: The frequency of DGF was found to be 0.6% and SGF 1.6% among living donor kidney transplants.
Vascular Access status at Initiation of Hemodialysis in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
Authors: Dilawar Mubashir , Sabir Omer , Basit Muhammad Bilal , Farooq Namra , Ulfat Majda , Ulfat Majda , Sami Mahnum
Published: July 2024

Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) 5 are on a slippery slope towards dialysis, however, as is the usual observation, most of the patients’ requiring dialysis do so in an urgent or emergent way using temporary non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter. While temporary vascular access provides a ready access in emergency, nevertheless may be associated with serious complications. In this study we determined the frequency of vascular access at initiation of hemodialysis.
Methodology:
This was a retrospective analysis of our hemodialysis registry maintained at our dialysis center for the past three years. Total of 124 patients’ complete records were available for analysis.
Results:
The use of non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter was most common n=101 (81.5%), arteriovenous fistula n=22 (17.7%).
Conclusion:
Non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter use is highly prevalent in our population initiating hemodialysis.
Características clínicas y factores asociados a amputación en pacientes con enfermedad por pie diabético
Authors: Matamoros Juan Matamoros , Barragán Barreto Sebastian
Published: July 2024

Introducción: la enfermedad por pie diabético es un desenlace indeseado en el curso de esta enfermedad y es necesario caracterizar clínicamente a los pacientes locales,  además de conocer qué factores se asocian al requerimiento de amputación.
Objetivo: determinar las características clínicas y los factores asociados a amputación de los pacientes con enfermedad por pie diabético.
Metodología: este es un estudio retrospectivo de corte transversal basado en la revisión de 154 historias clínicas de pacientes que acudieron al servicio de Urgencias del Hospital Departamental de Villavicencio, en Colombia, en el periodo de julio del 2022 a junio del 2023. En este proceso se recopilaron los siguientes datos: edad, sexo, antecedentes, sitio de residencia, glicemia, hemoglobina glicosilada, creatinina, tipo y nivel de amputación.
Resultados: de los 154 pacientes incluidos, 84 (54,50?%) fueron hombres; la edad promedio fue de 64,2 años; 41 pacientes (26,60?%) tenían residencia rural; 76 (49,30?%) fueron amputados, de los cuales, a 32 (20,70?%) les amputaron un dedo, a 15 (9,70?%) le realizaron la amputación a nivel transtibial y a 29 (18,80?%) en supracondílea; 66 (42,80?%) eran fumadores y 102 (66,20?%) eran hipertensos. La HbA1c promedio fue del 10,1?%, cifra que fue superior en el grupo de amputados con 11,30?%. La creatinina promedio fue de 2,3 mg/dl y en el grupo de amputados fue de 3,5 mg/dl. El 72,30?% de los pacientes amputados eran hipertensos, mostrando una relación significativa con el riesgo de amputación (OR 2,2, IC = 1,10-4,37, P = 0,0244). Además, se encontró una asociación positiva entre el antecedente de amputación y el riesgo de sufrir otra durante la hospitalización (OR 3,41, IC = 1,56-7,45, P = 0,002).
Conclusión: la enfermedad por pie diabético y la eventual amputación se relaciona con variables clínicas como la hipertensión y el antecedente de amputación, sumado a los resultados paraclínicos de los pacientes, como su control glicémico y sus niveles de creatinina.
ШЛЯХИ ФІНАНСУВАННЯ РОЗВИТКУ ВІДНОВЛЮВАНОЇ ЕНЕРГЕТИКИ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: МЕЛЬНІКОВ Іларіон Костянтнович
Published: July 2024

У статті аргументовано актуальність питань розвитку національної економіки щодо реалізації завдань екологічної, зокрема енергетичної безпеки України у сучасних реаліях. Встановлено гостру необхідність активного пошуку шляхів фінансування відновлюваної енергетики, ефективного залучення капіталу та подальшого його інвестування. На цій основі визначено систему факторів, які дуже негативно впливають на процеси фінансування даного сектору енергетики. Наголошено на визначальній ролі держави в організації умов даного фінансування, побудови інфраструктури та забезпечення сталості правового поля інвестування у відновлювану енергетику. Особливу увагу приділено фінансовим інструментам розвитку відновлюваної енергетики та особливостям їх розвитку в Україні. Заявлено про важливу роль фондових ринків у залученні інвестиційних ресурсів та представлено спрощений механізм організації торговельних операцій за посередництва фондового ринку. Вказаний механізм поданий такими основними гравцями, як: інвесторами та посередниками, які через міжнародні торговельні платформи фінансового ринку та фінансові інструменти (акції, контракти різниць та біржові фонди) інвестують фінансові ресурси у відновлювану енергетику. Оцінено сильні та слабкі сторони фінансових інвестиційних інструментів у сфері відновлюваної енергетики. Запропоновано авторське бачення шляхів покращення середовища розвитку фінансування відновлюваної енергетики в Україні.
ОЦІНКА ПРОБЛЕМ ТА ПЕРСПЕКТИВ РОЗВИТКУ АГРАРНОГО СЕКТОРУ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: ЄФІМОВА Ганна Вікторівна , ПОБЕРЕЖЕЦЬ Юрій Олександрович
Published: July 2024

Мета статті полягає у висвітленні проблем та перспектив розвитку аграрної сфери України та у визначенні шляхів побудови нових малих сімейних фермерських господарств з урахуванням досвіду розвинених країн світу. Досліджено світовий досвід підтримки малих фермерських господарств. Виявлено, що в країнах Європейського Союзу сімейні фермерські господарства становлять основу агарного сектору. Визначено, що західні країни розробили програми для підтримки та розвитку малих сімейних фермерських господарств. Зазначено, що малі фермерські господарства в Європейському Союзі забезпечують сталий розвиток сільських територій. Дослідження засвідчують, що в Україні сьогодні малі сімейні фермерські господарства з невеликими сільськогосподарськими угіддями мають тенденцію до зменшення та їх сільськогосподарські площі в земельному банку України становлять незначну частку. Визначено, що заробітна плата в сільському господарстві одна з найменших в порівнянні з іншими галузями економіки, при найвищій рентабельності в порівнянні з іншими галузями економіки. Крім того, кількість найманих працівників в аграрному секторі за останні дванадцять років зменшилась майже у двічі, а зайнятість населення у цій галузі за останні три роки постійно скорочувалась. Аналіз свідчить, що аграрний сектор в Україні не може забезпечити всебічний сталий розвиток сільських регіонів, на що роблять акцент країни Європейського Союзу. Визначено, що під час воєнних дій малі сімейні господарства постачали на внутрішній ринок аграрну продукцію, забезпечивши продовольчу безпеку держави. Зазначено, що потрібно створити нову модель аграрного сектору в пріоритеті якої повинен бути розвиток малих сімейних фермерських господарств. Наведено основні пропозиції щодо побудови нової моделі аграрного виробництва. Пріоритетним напрямом має стати державне інвестування в малий бізнес в аграрному секторі.
The Regulation on Sexual Harassment in ASEAN Workers: Evidence from Several Countries
Authors: Taufiqurrohman Ahmad Asari , Wibowo Dwi Edi , Victoria Ong
Published: July 2024

Despite the existence of numerous laws and regulations that govern policy arrangements for the management of sexual harassment cases, victims still lack access to justice. This research examines the rules governing the management of sexual harassment cases in the workplace, with a particular emphasis on ASEAN member countries. This research employs normative juridical methods, which include statutory, conceptual, and comparative approaches. The research results show that, despite the existence of the 1955 Employment Law and Criminal Code in Malaysia, the incidence of sexual harassment continues to rise. To address this issue, it is critical to involve all employees in the development, execution, and oversight of workplace policies. Second, Singapore's primary law for dealing with sexual harassment, the Protection from Harassment Act, is accompanied by an employment law. Nevertheless, there are apprehensions regarding the inadequate remedies, uncertainty, and statutory protections against harassment, particularly in the workplace. Third, Indonesia has implemented numerous laws and regulations to manage sexual harassment cases. However, the government still faces challenges, such as an incomplete and insufficient legal framework, which results in victims being denied justice. Fourth, the effective implementation and protection of women's rights necessitate a comprehensive approach that considers cultural sensitivities, regional dynamics, and international norms to reconstruct sexual harassment regulations in ASEAN countries. As a result, it is critical to establish an anti-sexual harassment organizational culture and restructure sexual harassment regulations to protect victims' rights.
Educação profissional, técnica e tecnológica no Brasil – repensando a formação profissional e o mundo do trabalho
Authors: Castilho Sílvio Antônio Cardoso de
Published: July 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma abordagem histórico política sobre os cursos profissionalizantes no Brasil, desde a colonização, analisando a relação entre a educação e o ensino para o mundo do trabalho, que no Brasil está marcada historicamente pela dualidade entre educação propedêutica (educação para a elite) formando futuros dirigentes versus a educação para o proletariado. O objetivo do estudo visou refletir a formação profissional técnica e tecnológica no país e a situação do trabalho na atualidade com novas perspectivas às questões do processo de uberização, empreendedorismo e as novas formas de trabalho propostas pelo capitalismo e seus impactos na vida dos cidadãos. A abordagem metodológica utilizada neste trabalho foi a pesquisa documental qualitativa, apresentando a evolução histórica da educação profissional no Brasil e os desafios da atualidade imposta à educação profissional. Os resultados apontam para a necessidade de repensarmos as políticas públicas e as estratégias de regulação do trabalho para garantir a proteção social e os direitos trabalhistas dos indivíduos, bem como promover a inclusão e a equidade no mercado de trabalho em meio às transformações impostas pelo capitalismo contemporâneo. É importante abordarmos de forma integrada a educação emancipatória e mercado de trabalho, visando não apenas a qualificação profissional, mas também a promoção da inclusão social, da equidade e do desenvolvimento sustentável. Estas críticas precisam permear o ambiente educacional, que prepara os cidadãos para o mundo do trabalho, de tal forma que eles consigam ter um olhar analítico e não se tornem objetos de manipulação e escravização no universo neoliberal. Somente assim será possível construir uma sociedade mais justa e democrática, capaz de enfrentar os desafios do século XXI.
Uma nova metodologia para determinar os eventos de início e término de apneia e hipopneia nos exames de polissonografia
Authors: Piva Rodrigo Galuzzi Garcia , Bechelli Rodrigo Prior , Buhler Rudolph Theoderich , Pereira Ariane Soares do Nascimento , Perin André Luiz , Giacomini Renato Camargo
Published: July 2024

A polissonografia é um exame multiparamétrico utilizado para estudar os distúrbios do sono e suas variáveis fisiológicas. Este estudo apresenta um novo método de análise de sinais utilizando ferramentas matemáticas atualizadas, visando proporcionar diagnósticos mais rápidos e precisos para os profissionais de saúde. A aplicação das wavelets de Haar, utilizadas para representar o sinal de fluxo de ar oronasal nos exames de polissonografia, resultou em parâmetros bem definidos que foram utilizados para classificar e marcar o início e o fim de cada evento de apneia e hipopneia. Com base nesses dados e nos diversos parâmetros desenvolvidos, foi implementado um algoritmo automatizado capaz de auxiliar em todas as etapas necessárias para a caracterização dos eventos de apneia e hipopneia. Os resultados obtidos demonstraram taxas de correção superiores a 90%, reduzindo significativamente o tempo de análise e processamento para apenas alguns segundos, em comparação com a análise manual total do exame, que pode levar até uma hora. Essa abordagem automatizada e aprimorada não apenas agiliza o processo de diagnóstico, mas também melhora a precisão dos resultados, beneficiando tanto os pacientes quanto os profissionais de saúde envolvidos no estudo e tratamento dos distúrbios do sono.
Melhoramento genético do algodoeiro e o estresse hídrico: uma revisão
Authors: Silva Severino Moreira da , Thomaz Jailma Souza , Silva Lucy Gleide da , Silva Hilderlande Florêncio da , Silva Edcarlos Camilo da , Carvalho Neto Severino de , Souza Mirelly Coêlho de , Silva Jakeline Florêncio da
Published: July 2024

O algodoeiro possui uma das mais notáveis fibras têxteis do mundo, apresentando uma gama de utilidades pela indústria. Em decorrência da baixa precipitação e dos períodos prolongados de estiagem nas regiões semiáridas do Brasil, a produção do algodoeiro é comprometida, principalmente quando cultivado em regimes de sequeiro. Nesse sentido, a utilização de cultivares que apresentem alguma tolerância a esta condição adversa é essencial, uma vez que a cultura pode ser uma fonte de renda para muitas pessoas que residem nestas regiões, trabalho esse já realizado pelos programas de melhoramento do algodão. Desse modo, o presente trabalho tem por objetivo apresentar uma revisão de literatura acerca do desenvolvimento de cultivares de algodão, tolerantes ao estresse hídrico, para cultivo em regiões com baixas precipitações, além de descrever os principais métodos de melhoramento genético mais empregados para essa cultura. Muitas pesquisas já demonstraram a importância do melhoramento genético do algodoeiro para o estresse hídrico, apresentando dados muito relevantes e favoráveis nos quais as cultivares utilizadas apresentaram médias de produtividade e de qualidade de fibra satisfatórias ainda que em condições ambientais adversas, como o déficit hídrico. Até que uma nova cultivar seja lançada, o caminho é longo e árduo. Necessita de tempo, os custos em muitos casos são elevados. Uma vez que é preciso haver o período de seleção do material a ser testado, o cruzamento que é o momento decisivo, e o mais trabalhoso, chegando a levar anos até obter um resultado satisfatório. Toda via, a principal problemática se encontra na barreira da interação genótipos versus ambiente, que interfere principalmente nos métodos de seleção e na estabilidade do resultado do cruzamento. O sucesso do desenvolvimento de novas cultivares de algodão permite atender as demandas especificas dos agricultores, como por exemplo, regiões de baixa pluviosidade. Estas cultivares adaptadas possibilita uma boa produtividade, e fibras com alta qualidade, permitindo a esses produtores serem mais competitivos no mercado industrial. Além de estimular a economia no local, garantindo mão de obra e renda a locais com baixa empregabilidade.
Fenomenologi Estetika pada Bahasa Rupa Anak
Authors: Ismurdiyahwati Ika
Published: July 2024

Pada kajian Fenomenologi Estetika saat ini, sudah dapat mempergunakan pendekatan keilmuan lain yang berhubungan dengan analisa gambar, termasuk gambar-gambar tunggal yang dirangkai, seperti slide video, komik dan gambar-gambar seri yang menampilkan unsur ‘gerak’ pada aspek bercerita. Awal dari keberadan bahasa rupa bercerita ini, oleh penulis, dengan mengujinya pada pembacaan relief candi Plaosan Lor, Gambar motif Lampion Damar Kurung, gambar Anak-anak. Kemudian pada perkembangan selanjutnya pada gambar-gambar bayangan hasil dari aspek gerak/‘sabetan’ wayang kulit yang dimainkan dalang, lalu pada aspek gerak kegiatan anak-anak yang berada di kampung-kampung kota. Sebelumnya pada penemuannya oleh Primadi Tabrani, bahasa rupa diujikan pada relief candi Borobudur dan gambar-gambar pada kain kulit kayu Wayang beber, dan juga pada gambar anak-anak di era yang berbeda. Uji analisis menggunakan metoda kualitatif deskripsi dan bermula dari grammar of television’s picture (Zoom out/In), yang dikembangkan menjadi bahasa rupa bercerita. Kemudian, dari aspek ‘gerak’ tersebut dapat dipelajari lebih lanjut, bahwa ternyata terdapat aspek fenomena estetik pada karya anak-anak, karena gambar-gambar anak sebenarnya/aslinya merupakan gambar-gambar naratif yang dapat dideskripsikan. Menggunakan struktur artistik yang dibangun melalui persepsi imajinasinya, dan semuanya membawa aspek “gerak” agar dapat diceritakan.
Personalisasi Diri dan Dunia sebagai Jati Diri Manusia: Pengembangan dari Dekonstruksi terhadap Analisis Diri
Authors: Ruhupatty Chris
Published: July 2024

Artikel ini memberikan sebuah cara pandang baru terhadap realitas diri manusia. Cara pandang ini dihasilkan melalui pengembangan dari dekonstruksi terhadap analisis diri manusia. Analisis terhadap diri dibangun atas pandangan bahwa di dalam diri manusia terdapat pertentangan-pertentangan (resistances). Sedangkan dekonstruksi menunjukkan bahwa pertentangan itu tidak terjadi pada realitas diri manusia, tapi pada penggambarannya di dalam bahasa yang bersifat biner. Alhasil, dekonstruksi terhadap diri manusia hanya menyingkapkan atau membongkar kerangka pertentangan (biner) yang ada di dalam bahasa. Oleh karenanya, artikel ini menyuguhkan sebuah pandangan baru terhadap diri manusia dengan sedikit-banyaknya mengikuti kerangka dekonstruksi.
Tribute to Junk Food: Sebuah Spirit Bermain, Tragedi dan Kematian Jenaka
Authors: Wijanarko Bambang Asrini
Published: July 2024

Tulisan ini membahas tentang karya Tribute to Junk Food yang dipamerkan di Pos Block, Pasar Baru, pada tanggal 14 – 23 Juni 2024. Ide yang baik akan muncul ketika dua energi pendorong bersatu yaitu  form drive dan sense drive, yang menjadi play drive, energi kreatif dalam berkarya. “Kebahagiaan melucu” pada sebuah permainan kreatif dapat mentransmisi pesan-pesan, meski dengan bermain-main, yang kemudian bisa saja menggelisahkan secara sosial. Terjadi pembalikan image dalam karya ini, tempat tidur yang seharusnya menjadi tempat istirahat kemudian diubah menjadi kuburan. Perupa menyadari bahwa karya ini seharusnya tidak menyeramkan namun sebaliknya menjadi lebih friendly dengan memberikan kesempatan pengunjung untuk duduk di sisi tempat tidur dan berfoto.
Preliminary Considerations and Phases of Pakistan Foreign Policy
Authors: Asad Rida
Published: July 2024

Like all other states in the world Pakistan is a sovereign and only nuclear Islamic state on the planet. Upon its initial release from the British raj, it faced significant challenges. There was a prevailing belief that it will return to India. During that period, however, the government did implement authentic measures to address the situation in a piecemeal manner. The commencement of the Cold War between the Communist and Capitalist blocs occurred at that juncture. The newly emerging states in the world were joining one or another bloc. Pakistan was also among them. This study highlights the importance placed on foreign policy rules, ideals, and laws. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into a comprehensive analysis of the aforementioned phases, drawing from primary and secondary sources. Pakistan's decision to join the capitalist bloc might be attributed to its worse financial condition compared to India, which compelled it to make these options. However, safety and independence were consistently safeguarded throughout all time periods and stages.