bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
DO ESTEREÓTIPO À RESISTÊNCIA: A QUEBRA DA RELAÇÃO CORPO-NATUREZA-MONSTRUOSIDADE EM CORRA!
Authors: Lira de Sousa Ramayana , Lucas de Medeiros Daniel
Published: September 2021

Este artigo oferece uma crítica aos estereótipos raciais a partir do filme Corra! (Get Out, 2017, direção de Jordan Peele), explorando a relação histórico/cultural que coloca a pessoa negra na posição do Outro, e que auxilia a delimitação eurocêntrica das dicotomias sociedade/natureza, razão/emoção, homens/monstros, brancos/negros. Para isso, percorre-se a história da representação negra no cinema de terror de maneira a mostrar como o filme subverte elementos historicamente construídos em favor de um posicionamento político que expõe o conflito entre passado e presente, estereótipo e representatividade. Propõe, portanto, observar como alguns discursos racistas se relacionam com os temas apresentados no filme, focando-se principalmente na relação entre o corpo negro, a natureza e a animalidade. Por fim, mostra como o filme responde a estes discursos.
Far East: how to stop the outflow of people and make it attractive? (Polemical reflections)
Authors: Avdeev Yury
Published: September 2021

The article discusses issues related to the trend of population loss in the Far East, how it affects the economy and living standards of the population, assess measures to contain outflows, formulate tasks that can make the region attractive to investors, the population, and those who want to come here.
Causal links between the region's economic specialization and social living conditions are assessed. Efforts to improve life without changing the structure of production do not produce the desired result. It is argued that a change in the economic model, the transition from export-raw materials to industrial development, can change the nature of demographic processes and migration sentiments. Changing the economic paradigm opens the possibility to form a need for absolute population growth, to move from the task of "savings" to the multiplication of the people.
The most important components of the new model: integration ties with the Asia-Pacific region, involvement in these processes economic and scientific, and technological potential of Russia, setting priorities. These are activities aimed at the development of the oceans and Cosmos, and Culture, where the country retains credibility in the world community, can be most effectively implemented leadership positions.
A critical assessment of the existing spatial organization of life and activities in the Far East is needed. It is proposed to discuss adjustments to the administrative-territorial division, reducing the number of subjects of the federation, uniting or re-reporting some of them. The role-playing functions of the largest cities in the Far East, their specialization, and cooperation are discussed. The national task is proposed to assess the possibilities of forming a World City in eastern Russia in the future.
This approach changes the perception of the Far East as a colonial-raw suburb, positioning it at the forefront of interaction with dynamic economies, where the potential for professional growth is superior to other regions of the country and is the main condition for achieving a high standard of living.
Dynamics of internal migration in China and the problem of development of the northeastern regions in 2010-2020
Authors: Maslov Alexey
Published: September 2021

Internal migration in China is a severe problem for ensuring a balanced regional development. Although the authorities are taking active measures to rebalance the situation and creating urban megaclasters with developed infrastructure, the eastern and southeastern regions are noticeably ahead of all other China regions in terms of migration inflow. Simultaneously, the trend of outflow from the northeastern and partly northwestern and central areas remains. Regions that are "donors" of population experience a shortage of professional staff of working age. Three obvious periods of change in migration flows in the 1990-2000s show that the waves of population displacement follow the waves of economic development of the regions. And the northeastern provinces have entered the stage of long-term population outflow both in terms of absolute population size and in terms of talented professional personnel. This is superimposed on the problem of population aging, increasing budgetary expenditures for support of elderly people. Considering that it is the three northeastern provinces that are the most important region of cross-border trade with Russia, primarily with the Russian Far East, in the future, within the framework of development of the Russian-Chinese border relations, it is expedient to take into account the situation and the consequences of the outflow of both population and a number of projects to other regions of China.
Modern gender policy in Russia and China
Authors: Berikova Marina , Latinov Garold
Published: September 2021

The problems of building and realizing the self-identity of men and women through the practice of gender awareness education are relevant to all countries and cultures to varying degrees. The article attempts to conduct a comparative analysis of gender policy in Russia and China at the present stage in two aspects: education in the field of equality of rights and opportunities of men and women; correction of gender stereotypes and biases. The specificity of the approach to solving gender problems correlates with the national-cultural, political, religious, and ethical characteristics of the Russian and Chinese peoples. In Russia, as in China, the norms and principles of interaction between men and women, as well as the equality of their rights and opportunities in social life, are formally recognized by society and legalized, that contributes to spread of egalitarian views and attitudes. However, the declarative nature of this recognition often manifests itself in the lives of citizens of both States. Nevertheless, the traditional gender stereotypes are being overcome in Russian and Chinese society (in each in its own way), the authorities are trying to expand the legislative framework on gender equality of men and women, attract administrative resources to improve the level of gender culture of the population, as well as develop and implement programs designed for women. The strategic direction of gender policy and gender awareness education remains the development of a systematic approach to the presence of a gender component in the understanding of social processes, to the integration of the achievements of both sexes in the organization of society.
Supply in the Russian labor market: gender aspect
Authors: Vinokurov Evgeny , Vinokurova Natalia
Published: September 2021

The article deals with the economic activity of the Russian population both in general and in the gender aspect. The main attention in the work is focused on the relationship between the economic activity of population and wages. The objectives of the work are, firstly, to identify differences in the behavior of men and women in the labor market in terms of economic activity, and, secondly, to test the hypothesis on the relationship between the economic activity of population and wages. The article provides an overview of the factors affecting the size of labor force and the level of participation in it, as well as statistical data reflecting male and female economic activity in modern Russia. Analysis of the labor activity dynamics leads to the conclusion that there are significant differences in male and female behavior in the labor market. The main cause of these differences is the traditional views of the population on the roles of men and women in society. Also the regression equations connecting the level of economic activity with the average real wage are determined both for the population of the Russian Federation as a whole, and for men and women separately. These equations can be considered as modified functions of the labor supply. Calculations have shown that, despite the general linear nature of the dependence of the economic activity level of population on real wages, its growth leads, ceteris paribus, to an accelerating increase in the activity of men and a slowing increase in the activity of women. The revealed low elasticity of labor supply functions indicates that any significant impact on the level of labor activity can only be provided by significant increase in real wages. First of all, the last statement applies to women.
The quality and meaning of life of cancer patients in remission: socio-psychological aspects
Authors: Suchocka Lilia , Jaroszek Katarzyna , Medvedeva Elena , Szczepanik Angelika , Pasek Maigorzata
Published: September 2021

The sense of the meaning of life is a subjectively felt, positive mental state. Suffering in chronic illness intensifies in a human being the sense of isolation and gives rise to emotions with that an individual often cannot cope. Such experiences are characteristic of the process of cancer remission. The sense of coherence strengthens the sense of coping with disease, which increases prospects of recovery. The article presents the results of the authors' research (103 respondents) on the quality and meaning of life of cancer patients in remission: socio-psychological aspects, indicators of the categories of «meaning of life», «responsibility», «consistency», and the latter is dominant at the stage of cancer remission in the studied cohorts. The survey was conducted on the basis of the methodology developed by the authors using the «Goal in Life» test (PIL) by J. K. Crumbaugh and J.J. Smith. Maholicka, as well as «The sense of coherence» by A. Antonovsky (SOC-29). The study showed that the group under survey had a fairly high level of indicators of the categories «meaning of life», «responsibility», «consistency», which did not depend on when the respondents were diagnosed with cancer, as well as the fact that the studied indicators reached higher values in women than in men. Interpersonal factors «meaning of life» and «responsibility» were identified as dominant in the study of the quality and meaning of life in relation to other socio-psychological factors.
A rede de internet e as comunidades artísticas: um novo ponto de encontro virtual
Authors:   Universidad del País Vasco, Albuquerque Inês , Mello Paulo Cezar Barbosa ,   Universidade de São Paulo
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Auto-retrato roubado: Rochelli Costi
Authors:   Universidade Estadual Paulista, Costa Maria Luiza Calim de Carvalho
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Pintura e pensamento matemático na obra de Piero Della Francesca
Authors:   Centro Universitário Moura Lacerda, Furlan Annie Simões Rozestraten
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
A fotografia na pintura espetacular de Pedro Américo
Authors:   Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Machado Vladimir
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
A importância dos colecionadores de arte para a museologia. Um estudo de caso: Eva Klabin Rapaport
Authors:   Fundação Eva Klabin Rapaport, Maia Diogo Corrêa
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Preservação do patrimônio artístico: mapeamento dos bens móveis tombados pertencentes ao período do barroco brasileiro
Authors:   Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Pancheri Viviane Bosso , Marcondes Maria José de Azevedo ,   Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Retórica e persuasão na arte barroca: o teto da igreja do seminário jesuítico em Santarém
Authors:   Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Mello Magno
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Expografias italianas do pós-guerra, o MASP na rua 7 de abril e na avenida paulista
Authors:   Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Miyoshi Alexander Gaiotto
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Uma possibilidade de pesquisa em História da Arte em um museu: a experiência da exposição “Almeida Júnior: um criador de imaginários” na Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo
Authors:   Universidade de São Paulo, Nascimento Ana Paula
Published: September 2021

Texto apresentado no III Encontro de História da Arte.
Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Kunjungan Wisatawan di Objek Wisata Air Terjun Lano Kecamatan Jaro Kabupaten Tabalong
Authors: Setiawan Faisal Arif , Arisanty Deasy , Noorhidayat Muhammad Malta
Published: September 2021

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis faktor yang mempengaruhi kunjungan wisatawan di Objek Wisata Air Terjun Lano Kecamatan Jaro Kabupaten Tabalong. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pengunjung Objek Wisata Air Terjun Lano. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 382 orang, dengan teknik pengambilan sampel, yaitu accidental sampling. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis uji chi square. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa ada 3 faktor yang mempengaruhi kunjungan wisatawan di Objek Wisata Air Terjun Lano, yaitu: faktor biaya perjalanan, faktor lama perjalanan, dan faktor fasilitas. Hasil analisis chi square menunjukkan bahwa variabel Pendapatan (X1) memiliki nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,608 (0,608 > 0,05) dan nilai Chitung 0,264 < Ctabel 3,84146. Biaya Perjalanan (X2) memiliki nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,019 (0,019 < 0,05) dan nilai Chitung 5,460 > Ctabel 3,8414. Lama Perjalanan (X3) memiliki nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,000 (0,000 < 0,05) dan nilai Chitung 24,250 > Ctabel 3,84146, serta Fasilitas (X4) memiliki nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,008 (0,008 < 0,05) dan nilai Chitung 7,062 > Ctabel 3,84146. Kata kunci:  Objek Wisata, Kunjungan Wisatawan, Pendapatan, Biaya perjalanan, Lama perjalanan, Fasilitas
Aisyiyah: Peran dan Dinamikanya dalam Pengembangan Pendidikan Anak di Banjarmasin Hingga Tahun 2014
Authors: Setianingsih Sulis , Syaharuddin Syaharuddin , Sriwati Sriwati , Subroto Wisnu , Rochgiyanti Rochgiyanti , Mardiyani Fitri
Published: September 2021

Kajian ini menganalisis mengenai peran dan dinamika Aisyiyah dalam bidang pendidikan anak di Kota Banjarmasin hingga tahun 2014, sehingga dapat mengetahui peran perempuan dan dinamika Aisyiyah dalam mengembangkan pendidikan anak di Kota Banjarmasin. Artikel ini  menggunakan  metode  sejarah  yang terdiri atas heuristik, kritik, interpretasi, dan historiografi. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah  pendekatan  sosial  instutisional. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Aisyiyah merupakan badan otonom Muhammadiyah  yang  memiliki  kewenangan  dalam  menjalankan  program pendidikan  untuk  kader  dan  masyarakat  umum.  Pendidikan  ini  berupa pengelolaan pada TK ABA, panti asuhan, pelatihan dan kajianIslam. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga menunjukan tentang perkembangan TK yang dinaungi Aisyiyah dari awal berdiri hingga tahun 2014 meliputi peran dan dinamikanya.
Peningkatan Sektor Informal pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Kelurahan Sungai Andai Kecamatan Banjarmasin Utara Kota Banjarmasin
Authors: Apriati Yuli , Widaty Cucu , Mattiro Syahlan , Nur Rahmat
Published: September 2021

This research describes the increase in the informal sector during the Covid-19 pandemic in Sungai Andai Village, North Banjarmasin District, Banjarmasin City. The purpose of this research is to describe the changes regarding the increase in the informal sector during the Covid-19 pandemic in Sungai Andai Village, North Banjarmasin District, Banjarmasin City. The research method used in this research is to use qualitative research method. The research subjects in this study were the community of traders around the red light of Sungai Andai Village, North Banjarmasin District, Banjarmasin City, which was considered sufficiently supportive for the research focus.  To test the validity of the data, interviews were conducted with informants.  The results of the study show that the livelihoods of a number of people selling around the river road have changed due to the Covid-19 outbreak. People's income tends to decline when compared to income before the Covid-19 pandemic era. This is influenced by the decline in people's income, limited abilities and skills, narrow job opportunities in the formal sector, and the impact of layoffs. Based on the results of this study, it can be suggested for the community, especially traders, as informal sector actors to adapt to the social, economic, and cultural conditions that existed during the Covid-19 period.
Kecerdasan Ekologis Perajin Tanggui di Bantaran Sungai Barito
Authors: Mutiani Mutiani , Rahman Akhmad Munaya , Permatasari Nina , Abbas Ersis Warmansyah , Putra Muhammad Adhitya Hidayat
Published: September 2021

Isu lingkungan selalu menjadi isu kritis di kehidupan masyarakat. Ragam cara dilakukan untuk memberikan kesadaran lingkungan. Satu bentuk kesadaran lingkungan diimplementasikan dalam kerangka kecerdasan ekologis. Artikel ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan kecerdasan ekologis dari perajin tanggui di bantaran sungai Barito. Pendekatan kualitatif dan metode studi kasus digunakan dalam penelitian. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara terstruktur bersama perajin, dan studi dokumentasi. Uji keabsahan data dilakukan dengan model Miles dan Huberman. Hasil penelitian mendeskripsikan bahwa kecerdasan ekologis perajin tanggui dapat dilihat melalui aktivitas ekonomi. Aktivitas tersebut adalah produksi tanggui sejak pemilihan bahan utama yakni pohon nipah hingga pengayaman. Pada proses produksi, perajin mengoptimalkan daun nipah semaksimalkan mungkin sehingga tidak ada yang terbuang. Kedua, distrbusi menggunakan perahu bermotor (klotok). Aktivitas produksi dan distribusi tanggui oleh perajin menjadi rutinitas keseharian. Oleh karena itu, kecerdasan ekologis sudah menjadi bagian dari kehidupan perajin.
Program Baca Tulis Al-Qur’an; Sebuah Habituasi Pendidikan Karakter Pada Anak Di Kecamatan Anjir Muara, Barito Kuala
Authors: Jumriani Jumriani , Handy Muhammad Rezky Noor , Subiyakto Bambang , Syaharuddin Syaharuddin , Izmi Nadlatul
Published: September 2021

Character education has an important role in forming a quality generation. One effort that can be made to instill character values in future generations is through reading and writing Al-Qur'an activities. This article aims to describe the habituation of character education through reading and writing Al-Quran program in Sei Ulak Canoco Village, Anjir Muara District, Barito Kuala Regency. This article was compiled from the results of community service carried out on October 13 and 25, 2020. In the results of the analysis part, researchers used literature studies from various sources and scientific journals. The results of the discussion described that reading and writing Al-Qur'an can be an activity to habituate children with applying religious teachings and forming religious characters. The Al-Qur'an reading and writing activities are carried out using a fun approach for children such as simple games and competitions. Therefore, reading and writing Al-Qur’an is a reflection that instilling a religious character can be done from childhood, until the end of his life.
THE INFLUENCE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ON THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTIONS
Authors: Svishchova Nataliia
Published: September 2021

The article provides an systematic analysis of the development of innovative technologies during the first, second, third and fourth industrial revolutions. The stages of industrialization, from the introduction of mechanical production equipment to digitalization and automation, to "Industry 4.0" with the establishment of links between all stakeholders. The essence of Industry 4.0 (the fourth industrial revolution) is defined. Two views on the influence of intellectual property on the development of industrial revolutions are considered: as those that led to a series of changes in all sectors of the economy and the spread of new patents and designs, and one that points to the shortcomings of patenting as a monopolistic deterrent to development and enforcement industrial revolutions. The conclusion on the influence of intellectual property on the development of industrial revolutions is stated. An analysis of the state and stages, achievements of industrial revolutions in Ukraine is given.
MOBILIZATION MODEL OF DEVELOPMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING IN BELARUS
Authors: Mekhovych Sergii , Sivachenko Leonid , Germanovich Gennady
Published: September 2021

The article notes that, despite the technological lag behind the advanced countries and signs of technological dependence, the machine-building complex of Belarus remains the most important industry in the country with the active development of agricultural and transport areas. The issues of adapting production to the needs of tomorrow are considered, which is especially important for such a key industry as mechanical engineering. The initial reasons for the current situation are identified and analyzed. It is noted that in the end they provoked a catastrophic regression of the domestic economy and a threat to national sovereignty. Ways out of the current situation are outlined, which may be an industrial revival of industry based on the creation of efficient production facilities, the creation of fundamentally new world-class products, primarily machines, equipment, electronic devices. equipment, high-efficiency technologies, search for energy saving reserves, development of new sales markets. Variants of strategies for the implementation of these directions are proposed in relation to the conditions of Belarus.
DEVELOPMENT OF INSTRUMENTAL MODULE FOR OUTWARD IRREGULAR POLISHING WITH ACTIVATING LUBRICATING-COOLING LIQUIDS (LCL )
Authors: Fesenko Анатолій , Yevsiukova Fatyma , Naboka Olena , Kolisnyk Mariia , Honcharov Yevhen
Published: September 2021

Quality of superficial layer of details of machines, qualificatory them operating descriptions in most cases are formed at polishing. This process is characterized high thermal tension and large probability of appearance in the superficial layers of the polished details of defects as прожогов and микротрещин, reducing their operating properties.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 One of ways of decline of thermal tension of process of polishing and improvement of quality of the polished details are the use of rational charts of treatment and application of effective compositions of lubricating-cooling liquids (LCL). For realization of these terms the instrumental module of collapsible diamond-impregnated for the round outward polishing, using the methods of irregular treatment, is in-process worked out, providing a serve  LCL in the zone of cutting and her activating in кавитационных attachments. His construction allows to improve penetration LCL in the zone of contact of diamond-impregnated with a purveyance, that results in reduction of теплонапряженности process and improvement of quality of surface at the increase of the productivity of treatment. The effect of the irregular polishing is got with admission LCL  through abrasive bars and interval between them.
Primary Myoepithelial Carcinoma of the Cervical Spine
Authors: Sharma Ayush , Shakya Akash , Ramadwar Mukta , Agarwal Vivek , Singh Vijay , Mangale Nilesh , Marathe Nandan
Published: September 2021

Case:

A 36-year-old man presented with a subacute onset left upper limb weakness. Further investigation revealed a myoepithelial carcinoma arising from the C3-C5 vertebrae. He underwent 2-stage surgery with tumor excision and postoperative radiotherapy. An improvement in power was noted, and no recurrence was observed at the 1-year follow-up.

Conclusion:

Myoepithelial tumors are rare at skeletal locations and require a high degree of suspicion. Immunohistochemistry plays a vital role in establishing the diagnosis. A complete resection is paramount for a favorable outcome.
Environmental life cycle assessment on CNTRENE® 1030 material and CNT based sensors
Authors: Chappell Mark , Shih Wu-Sheng , Price Cynthia , Patel Rishi , Janzen Daniel , Bledsoe John , Mangelson Kay , Miller Lesley , Stevens Brooke , LeMonte Joshua , Demster Joseph , Kayastha Vijaya , Landorf Christopher , Gibbons Stephen , Cox Chris
Published: September 2021

This report details a study investigating the environmental impacts associated with the development and manufacturing of carbon nanotube (CNT)–based ink (called CNTRENE 1030 material) and novel CNT temperature, flex, and moisture sensors. Undertaken by a private-public partnership involving Brewer Science (Rolla, Missouri), Jordan Valley Innovation Center of Missouri State University (Springfield, Missouri), and the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (Vicksburg, Mississippi), this work demonstrates the environmental life cycle assessment (ELCA) methodology as a diagnostic tool to pinpoint the particular processes and materials posing the greatest environmental impact associated with the manufacture of the CNTRENE material and CNT-based sensor devices. Additionally, ELCA tracked the degree to which optimizing the device manufacturing process for full production also changed its predicted marginal environmental impacts.
Physiological Adaptation And Transcriptome Changes In The Plateau Plant Common Vetch (Vicia Sativa L.) In Response To The Plain Environment
Authors: He Jinglei , Kong Lingzelai , Yu Jinqiu , Li Bing , Hou XiangYin , Yuan Yuying , Yin Hang , Cui Guowen
Published: September 2021

Common vetch (Vicia sativa L.) is an annual herb with high nutritional value, strong adaptability and cold tolerance. It is one of the forage varieties widely planted in the construction of artificial grassland in Qinghai Tibet Plateau. In order to reveal the molecular regulation mechanism of common vetch introduced into plain, physiological and transcriptome analysis of common vetch seedlings in Plateau and plain environment were carried out. In the plain environment, the leaf structure and some physiological indexes of common vetch can adapt to the plain environment gradually and keep stable. However, the maximum photochemical quantum yield (fv/fm) and chlorophyll content (Chl) of PSII fluctuated and could not keep stable. Further transcriptome sequencing showed that there were many different genes involved in photosynthesis pathway, photosynthetic antenna protein pathway, carbon dioxide fixation pathway in photosynthetic organisms and porphyrin and chlorophyll metabolism pathway in plain environment. Similarly, TF analysis showed that MYB, NAC, AP2-EREBP and Orphans were the main transcription factors involved in the adaptation of common vetch to the changes of plain environment. These results may explain that the main reason why the common vetch is not suitable for the plain environment is the difference of the light intensity between the plain and the plateau. These findings provide a theoretical basis for scientific introduction and breeding of new varieties from plateau to plain.
Preparation, Properties and Mechanism of Anionic and Cationic CNC/WPU Composite Films
Authors: Li Ya-Yu , Bai Yan-Ru , Zhang Xin-Qian , Liu Xin , Dai Zhen , Chen Hong-Ji , Liu Zun-Qi , Ma Ming-Guo
Published: September 2021

Three kinds of cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) were added into waterborne polyurethane (WPU), and nanocomposite films were prepared by solution casting method. The influence of different ionic function groups on microstructure and properties of composite films was investigated, and interaction mechanism between these two components was analyzed. Results show that thermal stability of these composite films are improved by 15℃. Compared with sulfated CNCs （SCNCs） and TEMPO oxidized CNCs (TOCNCs), FE-SEM results prove that cationized CNCs (CaCNCs) have better dispersion in composite films. In addition, fracture surface did not display large cavities, which indicates the interface binding force between WPU and CaCNCs is stronger. The tensile strength and fracture work of CaCNC/WPU composite film increase by 11.9% and by 8.4%, respectively. The oxygen permeability of CaCNC/WPU composite film is the lowest in these composite films, which is 5.00 cm3•cm (cm2•s•Pa)-1. Water vapor permeability of composite films may have a close positive correlation with their hygroscopicity. In all, composite film with CaCNCs has optimal strength, toughness, light transmittance and oxygen barrier properties. There may be opposite ion attraction superimposed hydrogen bond between CaCNCs and WPU in the composite film. The composite films are expected to have applications in food packaging, furniture coatings and biomedical applications.
Women’s decision in family planning use and its determinants in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Authors: Anbesu Etsay Woldu , Aychiluhm Setognal Birara , Alemayehu Mussie
Published: September 2021

Background
Low uptake of contraceptive use have much consequence on maternal and child health. Despite this effect, less emphasis was given to women’s decision-making on family planning use in Ethiopia. Though there are studies conducted in different parts of the country on women’s decision-making in family planning use, there are inconsistent findings. Thus, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the pooled prevalence of women’s decision-making in family planning use and its determinants in Ethiopia.
Methods
Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guideline will be followed to develop the review protocol. All observational studies will be retrieved using Medical Subject Heading (Mesh) terms or keywords from online databases PubMed, CINAHL, Google Scholar, and unpublished grey literature from May 10-11August/2021. The quality of the studies will be critically assessed using Joanna Briggs Institute checklist. Heterogeneity among studies will be examined using I-squared statistics. Funnel plots and Egger’s test will be used to examine publication bias. The Meta-analysis will be performed using STATA version 14 software. Statistical significance will be determined at 95% CI.
Discussion
Improving women’s autonomy on decision-making on reproductive health services including contraceptive use has a substantial advantage. There are studies on women’s decision-making in family planning use and this systematic review and meta-analysis will help policymakers to develop appropriate interventions.
The Corkscrew Technique – A Minimally Invasive, Trans-nasal Anterior Skull Base Reconstruction Using a Wedge-shaped Construct for Treatment of Cerebro-Spinal Fluid Leak
Authors: Badarny Yazid Samih , Paldor Iddo , Badarny Samih , Gil Ziv , Sviri Gill
Published: September 2021

Background : Cerebro-spinal fluid rhinorrhea may follow surgical and traumatic events, and may be spontaneous. Various techniques have been employed for reconstruction of the skull base following a CSF leak. Recent years have seen the development of endoscopic, transnasal techniques for reconstruction of the anterior skull base. We describe our experience with a novel corkscrew technique (CST), which entails harvesting a fascia lata graft, and placement of a wedge-shaped construct above the aperture in the skull base dura. This technique serves to prevent dislodgement of the construct extracranially, and lateral displacement of the construct away from the opening. Methods : We operated 28 cases of CSF leak, in 26 patients, with a transnasal endoscopic approach. Twelve were operated using the CST and 16 with standard technique (ST), with a mean follow-up of over 5 years.Results : The success rate in alleviating the leak was 91.7% in the CST group, and 87.5% in the ST group. Altogether, our complication rate was 8.3% in the CST group, and 37.5% in the ST group. None of the differences were statistically significant. Conclusions : We recommend the use of a wedge-shaped, fascia lata based construct for transnasal endoscopic repair of anterior skull base CSF leaks. Keywords: rhinorrhea, pituitary adenoma, CSF leakage, endoscopic transnasal approach, fascia lata.
Causes of The Nephrotic Syndrome In Sweden 2014-2019 Depending On Clinical Presentation And Demographics
Authors: Jönsson Anneli , Hellmark Thomas , Segelmark Mårten , Forsberg Anna , Dreja Karl
Published: September 2021

Background: Many different pathological processes can affect the integrity of the glomerular capillary wall and cause massive leakage of protein resulting in the Nephrotic Syndrome (NS). The prognosis and response to therapy differs depending on diagnosis, but renal biopsy cannot always be performed promptly. These is insufficient knowledge to which extent clinical parameters can predict the diagnosis. Methods: Age, gender, haematuria, proteinuria, plasma creatinine, plasma albumin and final diagnosis were retrieved for all adult patients with NS as indication for biopsy or massive albuminuria in conjunction with a low plasma albumin from the biopsy module of the Swedish Renal Registry (SRR) between 2014 and 2019. A basic calculator was developed to demonstrate the importance of clinical presentations in relation to the likelihood of having a specific diagnosis.Results: 913 unique patients were included in the study. Overall membranous nephropathy (17%) was the most common diagnoses, but when studying those <50 years old or women minimal change nephropathy (21 and 17 %) was the most frequent diagnosis. When examining those between 50 and 70 years-old, those with chronic kidney disease (CKD) 4 and those with negative dipstick tests for hematuria diabetic nephropathy (23, 30 and 21 %) was the most common underlying disease. Among those with high grade hematuria (grade 3-4 on dipsticks) Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis was most common (14%), closely followed by IgA nephropathy (13%). Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (9.7%) was less common than in many comparable studies. Conclusions: Clinical parameters have a profound impact on the likelihood of different diagnoses in adult patients with NS. Differences in clinical practice, inclusion criteria in studies and probably genetic background are important to account for when comparing data from different parts of the world.
The Medicinal Plant Atractylodes Lancea Recruits Specialized Plant Growth-Promoting Bacteria From The Soil
Authors: Hongyang Wang , Jiang Daiquan , Xiang Zengxu , Wang Sheng , Kang Chuanzhi , Zhang Wenjin , Ge Yang , Wang Tielin , Huang Luqi , Liu Dahui , Guo Lanping
Published: September 2021

Purpose: Atractylodes lancea is a medicinal plant used to treat rheumatic diseases, digestive disorders, night blindness, and influenza. However, the microbiome associated with A. lancea remains unclear. In this study, we assess the role of microorganisms in the roots of A. lancea in regulating plant growth and secondary metabolites, and investigate the microbial composition of the root of A. lancea.Methods: The roots of A. lancea were inoculated with 10% soil suspension at different temperatures. Thereafter, the biological indices, major volatile oils, chemical properties of the rhizosphere soil, and the diversity of root endophytic and rhizosphere bacterial communities of A. lancea were assessed.Results: Soil microorganisms could attenuate the damage of high-temperature to A. lancea and significantly promote the growth and accumulation of volatile oil. A. lancea recruited endogenous plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPBs) from soil, including Burkholderia-Caballeronia-paraburkholderia, Bradyrhizobium, Paenibacillus, Bacillus and Rhodococcus. These bacteria were positively correlated with four volatile oils. In the rhizosphere, PGPBs such as Novosphingobium are recruited.Conclusions: Soil microorganisms promote the growth and development of A. lancea, improve the plant’s ability to resist high temperature stress, and accelerate secondary metabolite accumulation. Most importantly, A. lancea could recruit and enrich specialized PGPBs from the soil. The PGPBs were significantly and positively correlated with A. lancea secondary metabolite and soil nutrient content, and can be used as ideal biological material in A. lancea cultivation and quality improvement.
Refinement of uterine fragment sampling in experimental studies using small ruminants: from leptospirosis to beyond
Authors: Guadelupe Bruna , Martins Gabriel , Balaro Mário Felipe Alvarez , Pinto Pedro Henrique Nicolau , LILENBAUM WALTER
Published: September 2021

Ruminant genital leptospirosis is a particular syndrome, in which leptospires remain lodged in the organs of the reproductive tract causing inflammatory changes and/or embryonic/fetal infection resulting in significant reproductive losses. To collect uterine biopsies from small ruminants, surgeries that are costly and time-consuming, causing injury to the animals, are used. In this article, we describe the technique used of videolaparotomy and we dazzle a satisfactory result, with the collected material and the animal welfare. The animals recovered faster and no antibiotics were needed, improving animal welfare. From the technique of collecting the uterine fragment by videolaparoscopy, it was possible to obtain a biological material of high quality, providing also a shorter handling time for animals, less invasive, lower cost and obtaining the same results as a surgery. This is related to ethical principles, particularly with the third of the 3Rs, Refinement, minimizing potential pain and distress and enhance animal welfare.
On Farm Varietal Diversity and Prevalence of Aspergillus Contamination of Groundnut (Arachis Hypogaea L.) in Major Production Areas of Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Authors: Abebe Dereje , Ruelle Morgan , Chimdessa Meseret , Tewolde-Berhan Sarah
Published: September 2021

Background: Groundnut is one of the most valuable cash crops and food sources in low lands of Ethiopia. In spite of its food and economic importance, very few studies have been conducted yet on the factors that influence groundnut production including aflatoxigenic fungi in different socio-ecological conditions. Therefore, this study aimed at i) assessing groundnut varietal diversity ii) to determine the existing use values and management practices iii) to isolate and determine the prevalence of Aspergillus species associated with groundnut seed.Methods: Field data were collected using structured and semi-structured interviews from 144 general informants and 24 key-informants. 88 groundnut seed samples were collected from farmers’ fields for Aspergillus species isolation. Diversity of groundnut was analyzed using the Shannon diversity index. Frequency of Aspergillus contamination was determined using plate counting methods.Results: In the study areas, six varieties were grown with varying distribution. Shannon diversity indices ranged from 0.20 to 1.27 in warm sub-humid lowland and warm moist lowland agro-ecological zones, respectively. Of the four varieties observed in East Hararghe, oldhale was the most commonly grown variety (66% of groundnut growers), whereas farmers interviewed in East Wellega zone grow bure variety (87% of growers), due to greater drought tolerance and higher yields relative to other varieties. Results of the fungal species analysis showed infestation of groundnut seeds by A.niger, A. flavus, A. prasaticus and A. ochraceous. Of the four Aspergillus species, A. niger and A. flavus were the most prevalent, with frequency ranging from 17.8 to 37.5% and 14.4 to 32.5%, respectively. However, when we compare infection rates among varieties, we did not find statistically significant differences in the infection rates of different varieties collected from similar agroecology of the study area.Conclusion: Different varieties of groundnut were grown with varying distribution based on the farmers’ preference criteria in different socio-ecological zones of the study areas. Although these varieties vary in terms of morphological features and disease resistance, there is not sufficient evidence to conclude they are differentially resistant to Aspergillus infection. Therefore, further breeding for more varieties using farmer selection criteria in mind and research identify field management measures against Aspergillus will further increase groundnut production and hence income for resource poor farmers
A Critical Analysis of Postoperative Outcomes in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment Associated with Giant Tears: A Consecutive, Multicenter Study
Authors: Quiroz-Reyes Miguel A. , Quiroz-Gonzalez Erick A. , Kim-Lee Jennifer H. , Esparza-Correa Felipe , Morales-Navarro Jorge G. , Quiroz-Gonzalez Miguel A , Alsaber Ahmad R. , Moreno-Andrade Boris , Montano Margarita , Lima-Gomez Virgilio , Graue-Wiechers Federico
Published: September 2021

Background: Currently there remains controversy in the surgical management of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) due to giant retinal tears (GRTs), a potentially blinding condition. To clarify which surgical technique is better depending on the origin and magnitude of the giant tear this study aimed to analyze the anatomical and functional outcomes. To analyze trans- and postoperative surgical complications, we used long-term final postoperative structural, optical coherence tomography (OCT) and correlated the results with the final postoperative best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) in three different groups of eyes.Methods: Seventy-six consecutive eyes of 66 patients from three participant institutions were recruited and classified according to the degree of GRT-associated RRD extension as follows: group 1, 42 eyes with GRT-associated RRD extension < 180°; group 2, 23 eyes with GRT-associated RRD extension = 180°–270°; and group 3, 11 eyes with GRT-associated RRD extension > 270°. Structural and functional outcomes were compared across groups.Results: Of the 76 eyes analyzed, 63 were phakic, and 13 were pseudophakic. The mean age of the patients was 43.0 ±13.0 years (range, 19–76 years); 36 females, and 40 males. The mean preoperative time for GRT surgery was 1.8 weeks, the mean preoperative and postoperative BCVA was 1.87 logMAR and 0.35 logMAR, respectively (p<0.05), and the mean postoperative follow-up was 28.1 months. Five patients (6.57%) had bilateral GRT-associated RRD, 61 patients (80.26%) had a monocular condition, and 21 eyes (27.63%) had a BCVA ≥20/40. Proliferative vitreoretinopathy resulted in multiple surgeries in 31.57% of the eyes. Postoperative OCT yielded abnormal retinal thickness in all groups, ellipsoid band disruptions, and external limiting line discontinuities in all groups, predominantly in macula-off GRTs requiring multiple surgeries. Conclusions: Multiple structural alterations in spectral-domain OCT biomarkers were observed. Eyes that developed secondary epiretinal membrane (ERM) proliferation showed significantly improved BCVA after proliferation, and the internal limiting membrane was removed. This study presents the severe consequences of macular structure and function. The structural findings correlated with the BCVA allow us to conclude severe consequences of the macular structure and that, despite a fully reattached retina without ERM proliferation, GRTs-associated RRD has a guarded functional prognosis.
Late Diagnosis of Breast Cancer and Associated Factors Among Women Attending Hawassa University Comprehensive and Specialized Hospital Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Yoseph Mesay , Gebresadik Achamyelesh , Alemayehu Akalewold
Published: September 2021

Background; Breast cancer is a significant public health issue in sub-Saharan Africa and the second commonest cancer overall. In Ethiopia, most women present at the late-stage presentation. This is because Ethiopian government gives less attention, and is not well-studied as well. Therefore, it is important to assess delays in diagnosis and treating breast cancer that has been associated with a more advanced stage of the disease and a decrease in patient survival rates.Objective: To assess the magnitude and associated factors for late diagnosis of breast cancer among women attending Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Southern Ethiopia. Methodology: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from December to January 2019. Data were collected from 261 consecutively selected clients based on the arrival of their hospital visit by using a pretested structured questionnaire and checklist. Physicians performed physical examinations and diagnoses. Data was checked for completeness and consistency, and entered into epi data, then exported to SPSS for analysis. Descriptive, Bivariate, and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed using SPSS Version 25 Statistical Software.Results: The magnitude of late diagnosis of breast cancer was 86.3%. The woman who had no initial advice for breast biopsy [AOR=5.1, 95% (CI=1.4-18.9)], not sharing the problem to others [AOR=4.7, 95% (CI=1.8-12.2)] and using traditional and faith healers as a first treatment choice [AOR=3.3, 95% (CI=1.2 - 8.8)] were associated with late diagnosis of breast cancer.Conclusions: The majority of women having breast cancer were diagnosed at a late stage. It needs attention to provide better options of the modern health service, and providing accessible initial advice for breast biopsy, and creating awareness about the benefit of sharing problems with family to improve the health of mothers by early diagnosing and managing the breast cancer.
Prevalence and Predisposing Factors of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Among Adult Patients With Diabetes Mellitus Presenting to Aldarga Diabetic Center, Wadmedani, Sudan 2020 - A Longitudinal Cross Section Study
Authors: Eltilib Abeer , Eltilib Abeer
Published: September 2021

Objectives: To assess the prevalence of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) in Wad Medani, Gezira state, Sudan, and the duration of diabetes associated with it.Methods: The study was comprehensively based on primary data obtained via a longitudinal cross-section random sample of 400 patients with diabetic mellitus presenting with Aldarga. The data collection tool was a structured questionnaire. Core questions were on main dimensions: Sociodemographic variables and duration, type of diabetes. Data were analyzed with SPSS program version 20, using descriptive and inferential statistics, namely, frequency tables and graphs, Fisher Chi-square, exact test of association, and logistic regression.Results: The static profile of the participants indicated that genetic background is an important factor in contracting diabetic mellitus. The calculated prevalence rate was 16.6% (17.1% for males and 16.1% for females) with overall probability limits. The analyses of associations indicated that the number of variables in all three dimensions have significant association with the development of DFU. The logistic regression pinpointed two factors with significant odds to develop DFU, namely, the duration of diabetic last fasting blood glucose value and that the duration of the illness is notable. Conclusion: The result suggests extensive awareness programs to control the negative effect of prolonged duration of diabetic’s are necessary especially crucial aspect of monitoring the blood sugar level under strict medical supervision.