bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AVALIAÇÃO PERIOPERATÓRIA DO PACIENTE HIPERTENSO
Authors:   Curso de Emergências Clínicas da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas de Santos, SP, Brasil., Focaccia Póvoa Fernando , Nogueira Bombig Maria Teresa ,   Setor de Cardiopatia Hipertensiva da Disciplina de Cardiologia da Universidade Federal de São Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM), SP, Brasil, Póvoa Rui ,   Setor de Cardiopatia Hipertensiva da Disciplina de Cardiologia da Universidade Federal de São Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM), SP, Brasil,   Disciplina de Cardiologia da Universidade Federal de São Paulo/Escola Paulista de Medicina (UNIFESP/EPM) , SP, Brasil.
Published: April 2022

Uma relação contínua e independente é observada entre pressão arterial (PA) e incidência de acidente vascular cerebral, infarto do miocárdio, morte súbita, insuficiência cardíaca, doença arterial periférica e doença renal. A importância de um controle rígido da PA na prevenção de eventos cardiovasculares a longo prazo está bem estabelecida e baseada em fortes evidências, contudo, ainda não há um embasamento robusto no período perioperatório. Apesar das poucas evidências de que o aumento da PA no período perioperatório afete o resultado cirúrgico, a hipertensão não controlada neste contexto continua sendo uma das principais razões para a suspensão de cirurgias. Pacientes hipertensos estão mais susceptíveis a instabilidade hemodinâmica, arritmias cardíacas, isquemia miocárdica, complicações neurológicas e renais no pós-operatório. A escolha do tipo de monitorização da PA em pacientes com hipertensão não controlada varia em função do risco do paciente devido à sua patologia prévia e risco cardiovascular, bem como do risco do tipo de intervenção cirúrgica. Serão revisados os principais aspectos da avaliação do risco cirúrgico, as implicações clínicas, assim como a abordagem do paciente hipertenso no período perioperatório.
“STUDIES ON CONTAMINATION LEVEL OF PESTICIDES RESIDUES ON GRAPE GROWING SOILS IN NASHIK DISTRICT”
Authors: PATIL RUPALI B. , SALER R. S.
Published: April 2022

Nashik is well known as “Grape City” in the Maharashtra state. Soil samples were collected from different villages of leading grape growing areas of Nashik district and analyzed for its pesticides residue using multiresidue pesticide analysis technique by LCMS/MS and GCMS/MS instruments. Pesticides were detected in 73.33% of the soil samples collected. Concentration and percent contamination of pesticides residues were determined. In the tested soil samples residues of various pesticides were found, the pesticides which are found in notable amount are: Azoxystorbin (1.2-3 ppb, 53.33%), Carbendazim (2.2-9.2 ppb, 13.33%), Dimethomorph (2-17.3 ppb, 66.66%), Clothianidin (1.6-2.5 ppb, 26.66%), Imidacloprid (1.9-27.2 ppb, 40%) etc. Apart from this during our study to our great surprise in two soil samples we have found the residues of pp-DDE, an isomer of DDT (3-17 ppb) which is already banned. The presence of banned pesticide residues in soil sample is a matter of concern for future food chain accumulation and human health also. The right awareness about the use of pesticides will thus be useful for sustainable farming.
AN EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF MULTI-CYLINDER CONVENTIONAL CI ENGINE USING MADHUCA INDICA OIL AS FUEL.
Authors: S Sreenivas , N Balakrishnan , T K Kannan , C Solaimuthu
Published: April 2022

The present work is mainly discussed with a qualitative study of engine’s significant characteristics fuelled with mahua bio-diesel & its different types of mixtures with neat diesel. The significant technical properties of various mixtures are tabulated. A 4-S multi-cylinder (6-Cylinder) DI conventional CI engine is used for the study under different speed modes. All types of characteristics for various mixtures are estimated in running the engine. Pure diesel is indicated by B-0 and pure mahua bio-diesel is represented by B-100. From the test results, it is found that B-25 gives almost the same BTE as B-0 at maximum load, compared to all the blends. The blend B-0 and B-25 give the least SFC of 0.332 and 0.268 kg/kWh at minimum speed (1200 rpm) and maximum speed (2400 rpm) at maximum load as contrasted to all mixtures. The B-100 gave 3.01% of NOx while related to B-0 @ lower speed.
Customer Satisfaction Towards Online Shopping with reference to Mangalore City, Karnataka
Authors: Prima Frederick Dsouza
Published: April 2022

Purpose: The central idea of this paper is to study the satisfaction of the customers towards online shopping and understand their problems while shopping online.
Design: Primary data was collected by 203 sample respondents from Mangalore city, Karnataka State. Secondary data was collected from journal papers, books & web pages. The data was analysed by running through SMARTPLS 3.0 software. Measurement model and Structural model was developed and IPMA analysis were used as statistical tools.
Findings: The outcomes of the study states; Perceived Value, Service Quality and System Quality affects Customer Satisfaction. However, service quality requires more improvement as per IPMA analysis.
Originality/Value: The results of the study will help the online stores to frame feasible strategies keeping in mind the interests of all the stakeholders in this sphere.
Type of Paper: Empirical Analysis
THE EFFECTS OF OPERATIONAL RISK AND MARKET RISK ON THE PROFITABILITY OF DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS IN NIGERIA: A PANEL-ARDL ANALYSIS
Authors:   Department of Accounting Faculty of Management Sciences University of Jos, Nigeria, Musa Rifkatu , Jugu Yohanna ,   Department of Accounting Faculty of Management Sciences University of Jos, Nigeria, A Okwoli ,   Department of Accounting Faculty of Management Sciences University of Jos, Nigeria
Published: April 2022

The study examined the effects of operational risk and market risk on the profitability of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. The broad objective of the study was to ascertain the effect of risk management components (operational risk and market risk) on the profitability of deposit money banks in Nigeria. The study is a longitudinal survey, so the ex-post facto research design was applied. Research data were analysed using A Panel-ARDL Analysis, after testing and adjusting the data for stationarity and Cointegration. The research findings were: in the long-run, the operating risk increase profitability because the banks have longer time to adjust and minimize the risk involved in their operation which resulted to a positive effect but have a shorter time in the short-run to adjust which resulted in a negative and decreasing effect in their profitability. Also, in the short-run, the increase in the market risk will significantly increase the profitability of the selected banks under study. But in the long-run the relationship is negative. The study contributed to knowledge by establishing that; the effects of operating risk and the market risk affect profitability of the deposit money banks in the long-run and the short-run differently.
MASS MEDIA AND THE CAMPAIGN AGAINST HIV/AIDS IN KANO STATE, NIGERIA STUDY OF NASSARAWA LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Authors:   Department of Mass Communication,  Bayero University, Kano, Mukhtar Maryam
Published: April 2022

The paper examines the role of mass media in the campaign against HIV/AIDS in Nassarawa Local Government area of Kano State, Nigeria. Agenda setting theory was employed, and survey research method was adopted. Findings revealed that frequent mass media messages should be aired subsequently on HIV/AIDS since it has contributed positively to the reduction of the virus. Majority of respondents have knowledge of what HIV/AIDS means, how it could be infected and prevented. The study shows that campaign messages could help to reduce HIV/AIDS virus as well as help in creating awareness thereby reducing the risk of getting infected. A large proportion of respondents believed that strong mass media messages could help to reduce the virus prevalence. Based on the findings the study recommends that, more programmes should be aired on health. Kano State Government should provide technical and financial support to media stations in order to disseminate more information on health.
MIGRATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE SOURCE COMMUNITY: A STUDY OF AKWA IBOM STATE MIGRANTS AT PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE
Authors:   Department of Sociology, College of Social and Management Sciences, Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State, Raphael Ukpong-Umo
Published: April 2022

For many decades, migration theorists created the impression that the incidence of migration on source regions only constitutes itself into imperatives that undermine progress and development in the regions. This position present a single sided view of the phenomenon where only the ugly picture of dearth of labour at source regions and the attendant abandonment of agriculture and agro-allied activities have aggravated the conditions of poverty and under-development in these regions. The study examines the factors responsible for an unrestrained movement of Akwa Ibom State indigenes to Port Harcourt, in Rivers State and its impact on the source region. An integrated theoretical approach combining the micro-level and macro-level models was adopted. Using the chi-square statistics, findings show that migrants make substantial remittances and other contributions for the development of the source region.
THE GLOBALIZATION OF SUPERINTELLIGENCE: THE UNINTENTIONAL CONSEQUENCES AND SOLUTION
Authors:   Department of Accounting Babcock University, Illisan-Remo, Ogun State, Abolade Falana
Published: April 2022

The dwindling financial performance and the constant pressure to reduce cost and human intervention from boring tasks and repetitive led to the complexity of software programming languages blurring the lines between digital, physical and biological spheres. As a result of solving the artificial intelligence problem resulted in technological singularity of making humans to remain irrelevant. The event of Covid-19 variants rapidly contributed to the globalization of superintelligence. To deal with the AI apocalypseis to ensure that the advent of digital super intelligence is symbiotic with humanity by increasing the brain bandwidth to make humans be at par with broadening AI’s scope. This study employed survey research design. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to 298 respondents. Descriptive and inferential statistics (linear regression) were employed in testing the stated hypothesis. The study discovered that there exists a positive relationship between all of the indicators of brain chips implantation and making humans remain relevant. This study failed to accept the null hypothesis which state that implantation of artificial intelligence inside the brain does not make humans remain relevant. This study therefore concluded that brain computer interface significantly influences making humans remain relevant Thus, this study, recommends that implantation of brain chips to make humans more efficient and reduce cost of training of human workforce.
SUSTAINED ADOPTION OF IMPROVED CASSAVA VARIETIES AND FOOD SECURITY IN NIGERIA: IMPLICATION FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Department of Sociology, College of Social and Management Sciences, Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State, Ukpong-Umo Raphael
Published: April 2022

Cassava is a dominant component in crop mixtures across sub-Saharan Africa and particularly in Southern Nigeria. It is a common and preferred food security crop especially among smallholder farmers because of its capacity to tolerate drought and low soil fertility; as well as ability to thrive with minimum external inputs among other factors. As a staple food among a large population in sub-Saharan Africa, it has attracted several research efforts in order to attain the improved varieties’ status. Accordingly, farmers have been encouraged to adopt the improved cassava varieties in order to increase productivity. Studies have shown farmers’ initial willingness to experiment with the improved cassava varieties but so far, continuous uptake and diffusion has not been achieved. This study examines factors affecting the sustained adoption of improved cassava varieties by smallholder farmers in Oboro clan, lkwuano L.G.A., Abia State, Nigeria. Data was obtained mostly from primary sources. A strategic random sampling procedure was used to select 150 smallholder cassava farmers from 10 communities of Oboro clan, Abia State. Using descriptive statistics, findings support a low intensity and un-sustained adoption of improved cassava varieties in the study area.
Study on Fraud Transaction Detection System
Authors: Yash Rode  , Madhav Jadhav  , Pranav Jain  , Omkar Kanase  , V. S. Phalake
Published: April 2022

Fraudulent transactions are very common problem in banking systems internationally, accounting for $5.1 trillion dollars every year. Many financial institutions are facing the common problem of being targeted by transactions of fraudulent nature and its becoming more and more obvious that advanced technology, such as Machine Learning (ML) is needed to counter such acts. Machine learning is the most effective technique against these complex bank frauds when approaches relying on fragmented and siloed data, rules-based approaches or traditional point-solutions are not only costly but also not as effective as needed. Complex algorithms powered by ML can be used to reduce manual investigations in Financial Institutions. Volume of these transactions is huge, lots of current solutions do not focus on big data the proposed model will work on big data with the help of ‘Apache Spark’ using latest machine learning technology. The proposed model will try to find pattern in given data set and flag the transaction as fraudulent or not with probability score and then banking system can decide further course of action. We are also going to include different machine learning algorithms used to detect fraudulent transactions and provide a comparative study between those algorithms to show which is more effective.
Das Türenbuch.
Authors: Müller Rüdiger , Mayer Peter
Published: April 2022

Türen verbinden Räume miteinander aber auch den Außen- mit dem Innenbereich, zugleich sind sie ein wesentliches Element der Wohnraum- und Fassadengestaltung. Sie können reine Nutzfunktion haben oder gestalterische Kunstwerke sein.

In diesem Buch beschreiben die Autoren die Anforderungen, Planungen, Konstruktions- und Gestaltungsgrundsätze für Türen. Sie beleuchten die Branchensituation und gehen auf die Normung und Kennzeichnung von Türen ein. Schall-, Wärme-, Einbruch-, Feuer- und Rauchschutz werden ausführlich behandelt. Weitere Kapitel sind typischen Schäden und Reklamationen sowie der Qualitätssicherung und der VOB gewidmet. Das Buch richtet sich an Architekten, Bauherren, Gutachter, Behörden und Schreiner sowie Türenhersteller im handwerklichen und industriellen Bereich.
Consulta de Alto Riesgo Obstétrico marzo 2020-2021 en el Hospital Universitario Jesús María Casal Ramos: una necesidad durante pandemia
Authors:   Hospital Universitario Jesús María Casal Ramos (Araure/ Acarigua), Bello Rodríguez Freddy , Aliaga María Isabel , Marchan Pérez Norma
Published: April 2022

Objective: To evaluate the outpatient activities of high obstetric risk during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: Retrospective, descriptive review of epidemiological, clinical/paraclinical factors and treatment of 102 medical records from the High Obstetric Risk clinic of the Jesús María Casal Ramos Araure/Acarigua University Hospital from March 11, 2020 to March 11, 2021. Results: In the year, 346 controls were carried out, 244 successive controls, 23% adolescents, 19% elderly and 58% of reproductive age; 77% with some degree of formal education; 57% of the municipality of Araure, the most common reason for referral in 25% want not to reproduce and 23% in previous cesarean sections; high blood pressure was the most frequent family and personal history and comorbidity; 64% had a lower average gain of 6 Kgs; 52% of patients were anemic on their exams, requiring iron supplements or transfusions; betamethasone was the most widely used inducer of lung maturation and amoxicillin/clavulanic antibiotic. 2 patients positive for human immunodeficiency virus, 1 primary syphilis and 2 COVID-19 were monitored and treated on an outpatient basis: 1 mild in the 1st trimester and 1 moderate in the 3rd trimester. There were no maternal deaths in the sample. Conclusion: The high obstetric risk consultation is the most effective form of articulation between the surrogate, the health services and the community that guarantees a healthy pregnancy, the place to give birth, as well as a dignified and respected treatment throughout the process
Índice de pulsatilidad de la arteria uterina y parto pretérmino inminente en pacientes sintomáticas
Authors:   Hospital Central “Dr. Urquinaona”. Maracaibo. Venezuela, Reyna-Villasmil Eduardo , Torres-Cepeda Duly , Mejia-Montilla Jorly , Reyna-Villasmil Nadia , Rondón-Tapia Martha , Fernández-Ramírez Andreina , Briceño-Pérez Carlos
Published: April 2022

Objective: To establish the association between pulsatility index of the uterine artery and imminent preterm delivery in symptomatic patients. Methods: Women with single pregnancies of 24 - 35 weeks were selected, with threat of preterm delivery and intact membranes. Before the start of any treatment, all were submitted to Doppler ultrasound evaluation. The main variable of the study was the frequency of imminent delivery (in the 7 days following the evaluation). General characteristics and values of the pulsatility index of the uterine artery were evaluated. Results: 481 patients were selected for the study. 119 participants presented imminent preterm delivery (group A) and 362 patients presented deliveries beyond 7 days (group B). Pulsatility index of the uterine artery at rest (2.24 +/- 0.51 compared to 1.57 +/- 0.36) and during uterine contractions (0.94 +/- 0.21 compared to 0, 75 +/- 0.12) were higher in patients in group A compared with those in group B (p <0.0001). It was observed that the pulsatility index at rest had an area under the curve of 0.843 compared to an area under the curve of 0.748 during contractions (p <0.05). The combination of both measurements showed a significantly higher value under the curve (0.892) that was significantly higher than both tests individually (p <0.05). Conclusion: Pulsatility index of the uterine artery is associated with imminent preterm delivery in symptomatic patients.
Uso de factores de crecimiento plaquetario en síndrome genitourinario. Experiencia privada
Authors:   Ginecologia Regenerativa Funcional y Estética. Barquisimeto. Estado Lara., Renaud Ajakaida.
Published: April 2022

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of the use of autologous platelet growth factors in long-term menopausal genitourinary syndrome. Methods: A prospective, longitudinal, observational, experimental study was conducted in 1500 patients who attended the private practice from August 2012 to December 2016, with signs and symptoms compatible with menopausal genitourinary syndrome. With prior informed consent, medical history, physical examination, paraclinical examination (laboratory, cytocolposcopy, vault or cervical biopsy) and classification of menopausal genitourinary syndrome into mild, moderate and severe, cervix biopsy was taken from those considered severe. Platelet-rich plasma was prepared and placed on each patient monthly for three sessions. Controls were performed at one month, at 45 days (cytology, colposcopy and control biopsy in cases classified as severe), at six months and one year after the procedure, and then, they went to the gynecological control annually until today. Results: The symptomatology consulted was variable, predominantly pruritus, and vaginal discharges in 80%. In 100% of the patients, the symptoms disappeared. There were no complications. of the procedure. 3% reported headaches, and transient hyperthermia. There were significant histological changes in biopsy and control cytology. Conclusions: The use of autologous platelet growth factors contributes to restoring the vaginal mucosa, with the consequent disappearance of the symptoms. It is a minimally invasive tool, without side effects.
COVID -19 Salgını: Kamu Sağlığı İçin Küresel Sağlık Diplomasisinin Önemi
Authors: GEZER Tuba
Published: April 2022

Dünya Sağlık Örgütü, hükümetleri vatandaşlarının halk sağlığını iyileştirmeleri için destekleyen evrensel bir aktördür. Bu örgüt küresel sağlık alanında merkezi bir sistemdir. Bu bağlamda dış politika gündemlerine sağlığın da dâhil olmasıyla birlikte, sağlık alanında diplomatik konuların yürütülmesinde de başat rol oynamıştır. Dışsallık özelliğinden dolayı sağlık günümüzde küresel kamusal mal olarak adlandırılmaktadır. Artan mobilite sayesinde bir ülkede ortaya çıkan salgın hastalık dünyanın herhangi bir yerindeki ülkeyi de çok rahat etkisi altına almaktadır. Bu yüzden küresel sağlık için uluslararası iş birliğin sağlanması önemlidir. Bu çalışmanın amacı geçmişten günümüze sağlık hizmetlerinin küresel bir boyuta ulaşması nedeniyle sağlık alanında iş birliğini gerektiren küresel sağlık diplomasinin önemini vurgulamaktır.
Boreout (İş Yerinde Sıkılma) Ölçeğinin Türkçe Formu: Geçerlik ve Güvenirlik Çalışması
Authors: SÜRÜCÜ Lütfi , YIKILMAZ İbrahim
Published: April 2022

İş yerinde sıkılma, içsel bir sıkılma (boredom) durumunun ön belirtisi olarak kabul edilir ve boredom (sıkılma) olarak ele alınan çoğu durumu da kapsayan ancak ondan işyeri özelinde ayrılan önemli bir kavram olarak nitelendirmektedir. İş yerinde sıkılmaya yönelik, Türkçe yazınında ampirik olarak araştırma yapılabilmesi için bu çalışmada Stock (2015) tarafından geliştirilen iş yerinde sıkılma ölçeğinin Türkçeye uyarlanması, geçerlik ve güvenirlik çalışmasının yapılması amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın amaçları doğrultusunda İzmir’deki kamu kurum ve kuruluşlarında çalışanlardan veri elde edilmiştir (N=343). Elde edilen veriler SPSS-23 ve AMOS-18 programları yardımıyla analiz edilmiştir. Türkçeye uyarlama çalışması yapılan ölçeğin geçerliğinin test edilmesine yönelik olarak dilsel geçerlilik, yapı geçerliliği, yakınsak ve ıraksak geçerlilikleri kontrol edilmiştir. Ölçeğin güvenirliğinin tespit edilmesine yönelik olarak bileşik güvenirlik değeri, Cronbach Alfa iç tutarlılık kat sayısı ve ölçeğin zamana karşı tutarlılığının tespit edilmesi için test tekrar test yapılmıştır. Yapılan analizler Türk kültürüne uyarlama ve çeviri çalışması yapılan iş yerinde sıkılma ölçeğinin geçerli ve güvenilir bir ölçme aracı olduğu ve Türk örneklem grubuna uygulanabileceğini göstermektedir. Böylelikle yapılan bu çalışma ile Türkçe yazınında iş yerinde sıkılmaya yönelik nicel araştırma yapılabilecektir.
A core-shell magnetic layered double hydroxide composite material for the effective decolorization of phenol red
Authors: YILMAZ Şakir
Published: April 2022

The magnetic composite based on layered double hydroxide (Fe3O4/NiMn-LDH) was prepared by co-precipitation procedure and considered as a material to eliminate phenol red (PR) from aqueous environments. The characterization of Fe3O4/NiMn-LDH were recognized by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Box-Behnken design (BBD) under response surface methodology (RSM) were applied to evaluate the effects of the process variables such as pH, adsorbent dosage, and initial PR concentration (Co). The results indicated that a good correlation between the estimated and experimental values was found for the PR decolorization efficiency from aqueous media using Fe3O4/NiMn-LDH (R2 = 0.99). Furthermore, the statistical model obtained from BBD was sufficient to estimate the PR decolorization on Fe3O4/NiMn-LDH (p < 0.0001). The optimal conditions for the PR decolorization efficiency were determined as 5.38, 24.59 mg, and 25.39 mg/L for pH, adsorbent dosage, and Co, respectively which resulted in 86.93% the PR decolorization efficiency. Finally, this work demonstrated that BBD could easefully be utilized for the optimization of the PR decolorization using Fe3O4/NiMn-LDH.
Reconstructing Holocene temperatures in time and space using paleoclimate data assimilation
Authors: Erb Michael P. , McKay Nicholas P. , Steiger Nathan , Dee Sylvia , Hancock Chris , Ivanovic Ruza F. , Gregoire Lauren J. , Valdes Paul
Published: April 2022

Abstract. Paleoclimatic records provide valuable information about Holocene climate, revealing aspects of climate variability for a multitude of sites around the world. However, such data also possess limitations. Proxy networks are spatially uneven, seasonally biased, uncertain in time, and present a variety of challenges when used in concert to illustrate the complex variations of past climate. Paleoclimatic data assimilation provides one approach to reconstructing past climate that can account for the diverse nature of proxy records while maintaining the physics-based covariance structures simulated by climate models. Here, we use paleoclimate data assimilation to create a spatially-complete reconstruction of temperature over the past 12,000 years using proxy data from the Temperature 12k database and output from transient climate model simulations. Following the last glacial period, the reconstruction shows Holocene temperatures warming to a peak near 6,400 years ago followed by a slow cooling toward the present day, supporting a preindustrial global mean surface temperature maximum during the mid-Holocene. Sensitivity tests show that if proxies have an overlooked summer bias, some apparent mid-Holocene warmth could actually represent summer trends rather than annual mean trends. Regardless, the potential effects of proxy seasonal biases are insufficient to align reconstructed global mean temperature with the warming trends seen in transient model simulations.
On the application and grid-size sensitivity of the urban dispersion model CAIRDIO v2.0 under real city weather conditions
Authors: Weger Michael , Baars Holger , Gebauer Henriette , Merkel Maik , Wiedensohler Alfred , Heinold Bernd
Published: April 2022

Abstract. There is a gap between the need for city-wide air-quality simulations considering the intra-urban variability and mircoscale dispersion features and the computational capacities that conventional urban microscale models require. This gap can be bridged by targeting model applications on the gray zone situated between the mesoscale and large-eddy scale. The urban dispersion model CAIRDIO is a new contribution to the class of computational-fluid dynamics models operating in this scale range. It uses a diffuse-obstacle boundary method to represent buildings as physical obstacles at gray-zone resolutions in the order of tens of meters. The main objective of this approach is to find an acceptable compromise between computationally inexpensive grid sizes for spatially comprehensive applications and the required accuracy in the description of building and boundary-layer effects. In this paper, CAIRDIO is applied on the simulation of black carbon and particulate matter dispersion for an entire mid-size city using a uniform horizontal grid spacing of 40 m. For model evaluation, measurements from five operational air monitoring stations representative for the urban background and high-traffic roads are used. The comparison also includes the mesoscale host simulation, which provides the boundary conditions. The measurements show a dominant influence of the mixing layer evolution at background sites, and therefore both the mesoscale and large-eddy simulation (LES) results are in good agreement with the observed air pollution levels. In contrast, at the high-traffic sites the proximity to emissions and the interactions with the building environment lead to a significantly amplified diurnal variability in pollutant concentrations. These urban road conditions can only be reasonably well represented by CAIRDIO while the meosocale simulation indiscriminately reproduces a typical urban-background profile, resulting in a large positive model bias. Remaining model discrepancies are further addressed by a grid-spacing sensitivity study using offline-nested refined domains. The results show that modeled peak concentrations within street canyons can be further improved by decreasing the horizontal grid spacing down to 10 m, but not beyond. Obviously, the default grid spacing of 40 m is too coarse to represent the specific environment within narrow street canyons. The accuracy gains from the grid refinements are still only modest compared to the remaining model error, which to a large extent can be attributed to uncertainties in the emissions. Finally, the study shows that the proposed gray-scale modeling is a promising downscaling approach for urban air-quality applications. The results, however, also show that aspects other than the actual resolution of flow patterns and numerical effects can determine the simulations at the urban microscale.
Precipitation over southern Africa: is there consensus among global climate models (GCMs), regional climate models (RCMs) and observational data?
Authors: Karypidou Maria Chara , Katragkou Eleni , Sobolowski Stefan Pieter
Published: April 2022

Abstract. The region of southern Africa (SAF) is highly vulnerable
to the impacts of climate change and is projected to experience severe
precipitation shortages in the coming decades. Ensuring that our modeling
tools are fit for the purpose of assessing these changes is critical. In
this work we compare a range of satellite products along with gauge-based
datasets. Additionally, we investigate the behavior of regional climate
simulations from the Coordinated Regional Climate Downscaling Experiment
(CORDEX) – Africa domain, along with simulations from the Coupled Model
Intercomparison Project Phase 5 (CMIP5) and Phase 6 (CMIP6). We identify
considerable variability in the standard deviation of precipitation between
satellite products that merge with rain gauges and satellite products that
do not, during the rainy season (October–March), indicating high observational
uncertainty for specific regions over SAF. Good agreement both in spatial
pattern and the strength of the calculated trends is found between satellite
and gauge-based products, however. Both CORDEX-Africa and CMIP ensembles
underestimate the observed trends during the analysis period. The CMIP6
ensemble displayed persistent drying trends, in direct contrast to the
observations. The regional ensembles exhibited improved performance compared
to their forcing (CMIP5), when the annual cycle and the extreme
precipitation indices were examined, confirming the added value of the
higher-resolution regional climate simulations. The CMIP6 ensemble displayed
a similar behavior to CMIP5, but reducing slightly the ensemble spread.
However, we show that reproduction of some key SAF phenomena, like the
Angola Low (which exerts a strong influence on regional precipitation),
still poses a challenge for the global and regional models. This is likely a
result of the complex climatic processes that take place. Improvements in
observational networks (both in situ and satellite) as well as continued
advancements in high-resolution modeling will be critical, in order to
develop a robust assessment of climate change for southern Africa.
Beyond Total Rehabilitation: Voices of Mid-Career Scholars Regarding the Past, Present, and Future of Rehabilitation Counseling and Education
Authors: Fleming Allison R. , McKnight Michelle , Sherman Susan , Nerlich Andrea Perkins
Published: April 2022

Appreciative inquiry is an approach that encourages individuals to consider strengths and opportunities within organizations to leverage these benefits for future gains. Rehabilitation counseling is on the tail end of a wave of changes that have impacted education and practice across several different domains. The purpose of this study was to elicit views of mid-career rehabilitation counselor educators and researchers to understand the values, strengths, and resources within our discipline and to articulate action steps to improve our standing in the future. Fourteen individuals completed semi-structured interviews on past events that have shaped our profession, current values and assets, and visions for the future. Data analysis was pursued chronologically, with themes related to the present state of rehabilitation counseling, attention to how we got here, and visions for the future. Sub-themes are described, related to identity, professional roles, and growth areas. Implications for communications, succession planning, and leadership are presented.
Instructing Parents to Deliver Discrete Trial Teaching to Their Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Korea
Authors: Lee Gabrielle T. , LeePark Hyesuk , Kim Hyunok , Ahn Hyomin , Kim Dayun , Suh Dongsoo
Published: April 2022

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects a parent training programin Korea using the Teacher Performance Rate Accuracy Scale (TPRA)during training and video self-monitoring on the rates of accurate discretetrial Teaching (DTT) and children’s correct responses. The study was conductedin an early intensive behavior intervention (EIBI) program of a publicchildren’s hospital in Korea. Two mothers who had children enrolled in theEIBI services participated in the study. A delayed multiple baseline acrossparticipants design was used. The training program consisted of individualcoaching with therapist-conducted TPRAs and group instruction on parentself-monitoring using TPRA for self-evaluations. Results indicated thateach parent’s average rates of accurate DTT presentations increased and therates of error presentation decreased after the intervention. As a result, theirchildren’s average percentage of correct responses increased during interventionand maintained after intervention. Results of this study suggest that thistraining program is promising and has potential for a large-scale implicationin Korea.
Income Analysis of Forage Slaughterers, Kebayakan District, Central Aceh Regency (Case Study of Usaha Bahagia in Kampung Paya Tumpi)
Authors: Nikmah Askura , . Basyirah , . Kahdijah
Published: April 2022

The purpose of this research is to find out the income analysis of forage slaughterers in the Kebayakan sub-district, Central Aceh district (Case Study of Happy Business in Paya Tumpi Village)". The sampling method used is the case study method (focused on a case). The data analysis method uses income analysis and B/C ratio. The results showed that the forage cutting business in the village of Paya Tumpi, Kebayakan District, Central Aceh Regency was feasible and feasible to be developed. This is based on the value (B/C Ratio) of B/C > 1, namely the value of the B/C ratio of 4.2.

Keywords: Forage, income analysis, feasibility study.
Model Guidance Merchant Services Provider PSK in a Resting Area Jalinsum Medan-Asahan District Batu Bara
Authors: Hutagaol Saril Ricard , . Humaizi , Achmad Nurman
Published: April 2022

The background of this research is the existence of abuse of area utilization resting location jalinsum District Batu Bara. Such abuse is the establishment of illegal buildings without the permission of the government as well as the stalls of the traders that serve as a place of prostitution. So the research aims to find an alternative method in the handling of the existence of the merchant services provider PSK and actors PSK these. The research method used is qualitative with the subject of the research traders who provide the services of Prostitutes, actors PSK and the government. Data collection was done through interview and observation. The results of the research show that up to this time there are still traders who provide services for the PSK on the location of a shop or café them. The government has made various efforts in dealing with the existence of the merchant services provider PSK and actors PSK but still have not been able to eliminate their existence. As for the factors driving they engage in the practice of prostitution is the economic factors (deficiency in the fulfillment of the needs of life). The government is already doing demolition on some of the stalls located in the location of research. Model development is still done on the model of the communicative, that will give a lecture and a warning about prostitution. The suggestion in this research is needed a model of collaboration in the handling of the existence of the service provider PSK and actors PSK di jalinsum Coal. A collaboration Model starting from the data collection, the application of Regulation or legislation, guidance (rehabilitation, the addition of the ability and knowledge) and empowerment (giving the guarantee of well-being).

Keywords: Traders Provider PSK, Actors PSK, Model Coaching.
Patents & publications: In Indian perspective
Authors: Sonal Ode  , Tapan Kumar Mahato  , Sunil Kumar Ojha  , Vishwakarma Singh
Published: April 2022

Intellectual property rights are the exclusive rights granted to individuals over the creations of their minds by the country to use his or her creations for a limited period of time. The types of intellectual property rights are Patents, Copyright, Trademark, Industrial designs and Geographical indications. A patent is a grant of right by the government for an invention to the inventor in exchange of full disclosure of the invention. A patent is a legal right that allows applicants and assignees to use and exploit their inventions for a period of 20 years from the date of filing of application. For the duration of the set period, the patent holder has the legal right to prevent others from commercially exploiting/using his/her invention and if anybody found doing so he can take legal actions against that person/company/organization. Patent provides many benefits to the inventor/researcher but why Indian researchers prefer publications instead of patenting their work. In this review article we were tried to find out the reasons behind it. Lot of reasons came to front after the study like totally online procedure of application, long waiting time, application and other fee, answering within time frame, command in English language, drafting expertise etc. And on the other hand publications need less labor, expense and time. Although many problems are there in patenting but if the work is authentic, genuine and novel, the inventor should go for patenting, so that he/she can use it commercially. Commercial use will not only benefit the researcher but it increases the Gross domestic production of the country. It is also duty of the every researcher to help in country’s development.
USO DAS MÍDIAS SOCIAIS COMO PRÁTICA DE PESQUISA NO MAPEAMENTO DO ECOSSISTEMA XR NO BRASIL
Authors: Maciel Ines Maria Silva , Silva Beatriz Costa da , Maciel Rodrigo Airton da Silva
Published: April 2022

A pandemia do COVID-19 criou uma crise de saúde pública mundial, impondo o chamado isolamento social e rápidas transformações nos formatos de negócios e práticas da vida social. Muitas pesquisas tradicionais que exigiam o contato pessoal tiveram que rever estratégias, principalmente no campo das Ciências Sociais. O presente artigo visa propor uma reflexão sobre inovações no método de pesquisa do “Mapeamento do Ecossistema XR no Brasil”, que explorou a chamada e-Infrastruture (plataformas como Facebook, Instagram, Twitter e Linkedin), como ferramenta importante para a prática acadêmica cartográfica através da internet.
TRADUÇÃO COMENTADA, DE LIBRAS PARA O PORTUGUÊS ESCRITO, DO CONTO “A FORMIGA INDÍGENA SURDA”, DE MARINA TELES
Authors: Schlemper Michelle Duarte da Silva
Published: April 2022

Este artigo busca, a partir da análise dialógica do discurso ADD, apresentar a tradução comentada como um gênero discursivo acadêmico. Buscamos por meio de Zavlágia (2015) e Torres (2017), apresentar o processo discursivo da tradução comentada, de Libras para o português escrito, do conto A Formiga Indígena Surda, de Marina Teles. Trata-se de uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo, Para análise serão usados a decupagem dos excertos do texto em Libras, imagens e tabelas que apresentam o processo tradutório Por fim, será apresentada uma tradução inédita em forma de ebook ilustrado em português escrito do conto A formiguinha indígena Surda.
A INTEGRAÇÃO DE EMISSORAS DE RÁDIO ALL NEWS BRASILEIRAS ÀS PLATAFORMAS DE STREAMING DE ÁUDIO
Authors: Pinheiro Elton Bruno , Del Bianco Nélia Rodrigues
Published: April 2022

No cenário da convergência, emissoras dedicadas ao radiojornalismo estão se conectando a um fenômeno multidimensional: a plataformização. Com o objetivo de analisar esse processo, identificamos as estratégias de integração das rádios CBN e BandNews em três plataformas de streaming agregadoras de conteúdo sonoro: Apple Podcast, Google Podcast e Spotify. A partir de uma abordagem cartográfica, revelamos conexões, especificidades, regularidades, irregularidades e heterogeneidades que tensionam a sustentabilidade social e econômica do rádio. O ambiente da plataformização pode confrontar lógicas editoriais de produção jornalística com as regras de ética e qualidade e com os problemas inerentes à Internet, a exemplo da divulgação de notícias falsas e discurso de ódio, que minam a credibilidade informativa.
Portfolio Entrepreneurs: Structure, Strategy and Management of Business Groups
Authors: Morrish Sussie C. , Hamilton Robert T.
Published: April 2022

This paper draws on the experiences of portfolio entrepreneurs and develops new insights into this important mode of business development. Portfolio entrepreneurs own and manage multiple businesses simultaneously, providing an alternative growth process and the prospect of enduring entrepreneurship. Previous research has focused on either the genealogy of businesses in a portfolio or the human capital attributes that determine who becomes a portfolio entrepreneur and how they perform relative to other types of entrepreneurs. Key issues involving the structure, strategy and management of portfolios need further exploration and development. This multiple-case study conducted in New Zealand features eleven entrepreneurs with portfolios of different ages and sizes, each reflecting a series of opportunistic responses to different situations. Our results show that some entrepreneurs use structure as an internal seedbed to spawn new ventures, others seek opportunities to acquire more businesses, while some use both means to build and maintain their business groups. Structure is the dominant construct, providing a flexible canvas upon which entrepreneurs enact growth ambitions by creating and re-creating their portfolios over time. We found no evidence of portfolio-level decision making or performance measurement with the lead entrepreneur’s attention largely focused at the business unit level.
Formulation and characterization of nimodipine in situ gels for oral delivery
Authors: Harika S. K. Madhavi , Sudhakar M. , Rao V. V. Basava
Published: April 2022

To formulate and evaluate Nimodipine floating in situ gels for oral delivery in order to enhance its residence time and to overcome the inherent drawbacks associated with conventional oral formulations like tablets and capsules. As Nimodipine is a BCS Class II drug, first Nimodipine solid dispersions were made to enhance its solubility. Solvent evaporation method was employed for this. Then in situ gel formulations were prepared using the optimized solid dispersion formulations. Sodium alginate and HPMC K100M were used as gelling agent and viscosifying agent respectively. In vitro characterization like gelling capacity, floating time, drug content, viscosity, % cumulative drug release studies were performed. In vivo pharmacokinetic parameters were studied. Infrared spectroscopy ruled out drug-excipient interactions. The release pattern showed a burst effect in the first 30 minutes followed by a moderate steady release for 12 hours. Stability testing indicated that the formulation remained stable with no significant changes in percent cumulative drug release and viscosity. In vivo pharmacokinetic study results were satisfactory. A promising, stable, sustained release, liquid oral floating in-situ gelling systems of Nimodipine were successfully developed and evaluated. Oral in situ gels could be good alternative for geriatric and pediatric population who have trouble swallowing solid medications.
comparison of palonosetron and aprepitant for prevention of post operative nausea and vomiting in females undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy under general anesthesia
Authors: Patro Girija Shankar Prasad , Kandi Sumati , Panda Bimal Krushna , Choudhury Siddhanta , Mishra Subhashree , Padhi Neha
Published: April 2022

Background: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is the second most common complaint following pain after surgery. In this era of daycare and outpatient-based surgery, PONV is the cause of delayed recovery and discharge from hospital settings. This study was designed to compare Palonosetron and Aprepitant for the prevention of PONV in patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy under general anesthesia. Methods: 70 patients were included in this randomized double-blind study. Each group was allocated to receive either 0.075 mg of intravenous Palonosetron or 40mg of oral Aprepitant for PONV prophylaxis. A standard regimen of general anesthesia was administered to both groups for surgery. The primary outcome was the PONV impact severity scale (PISS) score at 48 hours following surgery in both groups. Secondary outcomes were the incidence of clinically significant PONV in both groups and the requirement of rescue antiemetics.  Results: Mean PISS score at 48 hours was significantly lower (0.91±0.13 vs 3.43±0.2) in the Palonosetron group than in the Aprepitant Group. Incidence of PONV (16/35 vs 33/35) was significantly lower with Palonosetron. Incidence of clinically significant PONV and requirement of rescue antiemetics was significantly lower (2/35 vs 13/35) in the Palonosetron group.
Acceptance and side effects of COVID-19 vaccination among private dental practitioners and their staffs in Belagavi city
Authors: Chettri Dronesh , Desai Akash , Khan Salman , Lachyan Abhishek , Awasthi Supriya , Magra Oniya
Published: April 2022

Background: In January 2021, India launched its largest COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Vaccines were distributed at 3,006 locations across India. The health-care workers were given first preference for vaccination. Vaccines are intended to provide immunity without the risk of disease transmission. Methods: A survey was conducted among private dental practitioners and their staff to inquire about their vaccination status, symptoms experienced, post-vaccination dental practice, and out-patient care. A complete list of registered dentists was compiled. A total of 315 participants were interviewed, including both private dental practitioners and their staffs, and data collected via phone call. Results: A total of 315 participants from 120 Dental Clinics in Belgaum City were included in the current study. 84.1% of the population were immunized. The majority of them (80.38%) were vaccinated with Covishield, and (69.06%) received two doses. In addition, 90.57% of participants experienced one or more symptoms following vaccination. The main symptoms reported were Fever/Chills (50.19%), Fatigue (27.12%), Headache (22.26%). Only 0.75% had diarrhea. None of the symptoms were life-threatening or necessitated hospitalization. Conclusion: The vaccine acceptance rate was 84.1% in the study. Mild and short post-vaccination symptoms was reported in more than two-thirds of healthcare professionals.