bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Meat Yield Prediction of Cattle (Yakanaji) Slaughtered at the Abattoir Unit of University of Benin Teaching and Research Farm, Benin City, Nigeria
Authors: Akhigbe O. , Amos J.
Published: November 2023

This study investigated the meat yield of cattle (Yakanaji) slaughtered at the abattoir unit of  University of Benin Teaching and Research Farm, Benin City, Nigeria. Data  from 74 Cattle to measure body length longitudinal, body length oblique, withers height, hip height ,hip length, heart girth, chest width, chest depth, hip width and shin circumference. Results obtained show the average longitudinal body length of 130.15cm, withers height value was 124.82cm, heart girth 143.65cm having. The highest correlation between meat yield and body measurements was in hip width (0.78), heart girth (0.74), hip length (0.72) and chest depth (0.71). The high values for coefficients of determination between meat yield and the linear body measurements of the entire cattle in this study indicated that the variables or their combination could be used to estimate or predict the live body weight of these cattle. Results of the OLS regression with R2=0.75, showed that the explanatory variables explain 75% of the changes in the dependent variable, meat yield and it showed significant positive relationship for hip length and hip width, while other variables were insignificant (p≥0.05) with the prediction equations derived being Y= a+0.05HLT+1.20 HPW. Using factor analysis, two factors were extracted and accounted for 64% of total variance in the present study with the first component accounting for 54% of total variance. The results indicated the use of morphometric traits as reliable independent predictors of meat yield and can be used in abattoirs as well as breeding programs.
Deformation Monitoring Using A Terrestrial Laser Scanner: A Case Study Of Alausa Shopping Mall, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Authors: Tata H. , Chukwu V. U. , Obada O. R. , Ojediran O. D. , Adeyanju A. T.
Published: November 2023

Deformation refers to the continuous transformation of a structure from a reference configuration to a current configuration. The passage of time causes significant damage to buildings, so it is necessary to carry out monitoring procedures. Hence, the objective of this paper is to monitor the deformation of Alausa Shopping Mall, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria using a Polaris Terrestrial Laser Scanner to ascertain the structure's stability. The Polaris Terrestrial Scanner was used to acquire the point cloud of the structure; which represents the as-is geometries of the structure, and when imported into a BIM software environment, a 3D point cloud model, which represents the current state of the structure is created. The dimension of the building was acquired from the Lagos state vector, and when combined with height data, a 3D model representing the As-built building was developed. Then a comparison between the 3D point cloud and the As-built model was performed by comparing building segments in the 3D point cloud model with their corresponding segments in the As-built model which resulted in the determination of the horizontal and vertical displacements. The horizontal displacement rate was calculated to be 0.593mm per year, and the vertical displacement rate recorded was 3.845mm per year. Predictions of the displacement rates over 50 years at 10 years intervals were made, with the maximum (after 50 years) as 29.65mm and 192.25mm at the horizontal and vertical, respectively. Therefore, monitoring of structure should be a continuous process in the build environment.
Assessment of Fire Safety Preparedness in Muhammad Abubakar Rimi Market (Sabon Gari) Kano, Nigeria
Authors: Kabara R. D. , Sahabo M. M. , Habibu A. S.
Published: November 2023

The frequent occurrence of fire disaster in industrial and commercial buildings, shopping malls, and markets in Nigeria has become a serious threat to the nation’s fragile economy. This research is aimed to assess the fire safety preparedness among the marketers in Muhammad Abubakar Rimi market (Sabon Gari) Kano. Interview and questionnaire survey ware conducted to collect data about the level of fire safety preparedness among the tenants within Muhammad Abubakar Rimi market (Sabon Gari). A total of 396 copies of a questionnaire were distributed. A purposive sampling was used to select the market, a stratified sampling was used to stratify the marketers based on the flammability nature of the commodity they sell and availability sampling was employed to collect data directly from the respondent. The data was analyzed using statistical package for social science (SPSS) and presented in pie chart, bar chart, percentages and tables. The result from the analysis revealed that: Majority of respondents (78%) are not well prepared against fire disaster in the market and this is due to their lack of knowledge on fire safety, lack of knowledge and training regarding the use of fire extinguisher. In conclusion, level fire safety preparedness among the tenants is very low. The study recommends for integrated fire disaster management system involving all stakeholders for sustainable commercial activities in Muhammad Abubakar Rimi market (Sabon Gari).
Contamination and Possible Health Risks of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Soil and Crops from Cultivated Floodplains of Some Rivers in Ekiti State, Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Akodu D. O. , Aiyesanmi A. F. , Tomori W. B.
Published: November 2023

The demand for food in Nigeria has increased pressure on land use including floodplains despite possible contamination from the river catchments. The objective of this paper is to evaluate the contaminations and possible health risk of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in soil from Irintan (Ogbese), Omi-Eye (Erio) and Egbigbu (Ayetoro) cultivated floodplains in Ekiti State, Nigeria using standard techniques. The soil samples were collected from 0-30cm depth at 5m, 25m and 45m perpendicular distances to the river course at lower, middle and upstream. The crop samples randomly collected on the floodplains were Talinum triangulare, Caspicum annum and Zea mays from each farm. Samples were appropriately treated and analyzed for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and results used to estimate the possible health risk. PAHs concentration at each of the farm sites was found to be more than their corresponding controls.The ∑PAHs (µg/kg) in soil ranged 0.62-3.20, 0.38-2.33 and 0.09-1.75 at Irintan (Ogbese), Omi-Eye(Erio) and Egbigbu (Ayetoro) floodplains respectively and these values were categorized unpolluted. The ∑PAHs (µg/kg) was 1.24, 0.64 and 21.15 for T. triangulare, 2.62, 2.76 and 18.43 for C. annum and 0.70, 1.78 and 1.31 for Z. mays at Irintan, Omi-Eye and Egbigbu floodplain respectively. All the Benzo (a) pyrene equivalent concentration were less than the cancer screening value except in T. triangulare and C. annum at Egbigbu floodplain suggesting possible carcinogenic health concern in T. triangulare and C. annum at the floodplain. There could be a cause for concern for the consumption of these food crops by the exposed population.
Multifaceted and Controversial Bisphenol: A (Review)
Authors: Asenuga E. R. , Adeoye B. O.
Published: November 2023

Bisphenol A (BPA) is commonly used for the manufacturing of plastic wares and epoxy resins, which both play vital roles in our daily life. The discovery of BPA has a tremendous beneficial effect, however, it has been discovered that BPA is a potent environmental endocrine disruptor to which persistent exposure has a negative impact on the metabolic, reproductive, and developmental processes which ultimately leads to diseases in humans and other organisms. Though, the numerous health issues associated with exposure to BPA are multifaceted and contentious. However, as humans rely heavily on plastics for day-to-day needs there are huge worries about the environmentally friendly nature of these plastics and the long-term consequence on human health. Exposure to BPA is a worldwide challenge and it has been detected in both the urine and serum of humans. The negative effects associated with exposure to BPA can be short-term or long-term. The focus is on scientists to do their research thoroughly to provide solutions and suggestions on how to prevent or minimize the life-threatening effect of BPA. The review aims to focus on the usage, incidence, and negative effects of BPA in humans and animals using available information within the last 10 years and to recommend steps to take toward minimizing exposure.
Application of Transportation Problem Models on Cattle Business in Niger State Using Russell’s Approximation Method
Authors: Ahmed S. S. , Paul G. , Ramatu A. , Nafisat S. B. , Usman N. M.
Published: November 2023

To run a successful cattle business, you will have to select a cattle market where the cattle trader will purchase the cattle to be delivered whenever the customers need them, however, there are so many problems in the distribution of cattle to various markets. Hence, the objective of this paper was to evaluate the transportation problem models on cattle business in Niger state, Nigeria at a minimum cost using Russell’s Approximation Method by selecting seven cattle markets (Bangi, Beji, Ibeto, Kawon-Kontagora, Kuta, Mariga and Tungar-Malam) in Niger state for distribution to some selected locations in Akure, Ibadan, Ilorin, Ijebu-Ode, Lagos and Oshogbo in the South Western part of Nigeria at a minimum cost. The Russell’s Approximation method is used to find the Initial Basic Feasible Solution (N36, 703, 723.98). The optimality method is tested via Stepping Stone Method and found it to be not optimal. Furthermore, the optimal solution is found using MS Excel solver. The minimum cost of transportation is found to be N36, 159,785.13.
Microbial Examination of Bacteria Isolated from Raw Beef Samples Sold in Opolo Market, Yenagoa Metropolis, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Authors: Oku I. , Oyadougha T. W. , Emmanuel D. Y.
Published: November 2023

The objective of this paper is to evaluate the microbial examination of bacteria isolates in beef sold in Opolo market Yenagoa metropolis, Bayelsa State Nigeria using standard microbial techniques. The research was carried out for a period of four (4) months. Total viable counts of beef samples obtained from the marketanges from 7.3 X 102cfu/ml to 9.9 X 102cfu/ml for vendors a, b and cn nutrient agar and 6.4 X 102cfu/ml to 8.0 X 102cfu/ml on cetrimide agar for vendors A, B and C for the three vendors. Beef samples from Vendor B had the highest bacterial count 9.9 X 102cfu/ml on nutrient agar while the sample from Vendor C had the highest bacterial count 8.0 X 102cfu/ml on cetrimide agar. The Bacteria encountered in the beef samples were Staphylococcus aureus, Micrococcus luteus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella typhimurium and Bacillus cereus. The percentage of occurrence of bacteria isolates present in beef samples from Opolo Market showed Micrococcus luteusas the highest occurring bacteria isolate with 55% occurrence and Salmonella typhimuriumas lowest occurring bacteria isolate with 5% occurrence.
Potato, a Goldmine, Now a Biological Time Bomb: A Case Study of Uptake of Heavy Metals by Tubers of Potato in Jos-Nigeria
Authors: Oiganji E. , Emmanuel K. B. , Anisa M. L. , Ahmed A.
Published: November 2023

The uptake and accumulation of heavy metals by plant roots occurs through an inter-related network of physiological and molecular mechanisms, including the binding of metals to extracellular exudates and cell wall components. The objective of this work is to investigate heavy metals uptake by five selected potato varieties commonly grown in Jos, Nigeria, using standard methods. The concentrations of heavy metals in water, soil and potato samples were analyzed using AAS after complete dissolution by mixed acid digestion (HF/HCl). The data obtained were subjected to descriptive statistics and then compared with the WHO/FAO acceptable limits. The results obtained were alarming: iron, lead, and cadmium were above the recommended threshold by 277, 6,400, and 1,233%, accordingly, from the water sources from Jos North, while concentration levels of Jos South were beyond acceptable limit by 138, 5.6, and 50%, accordingly. Marabel had the highest heavy metal uptake in Jos South; Fe, As, Cd, Zn, and Pb were beyond the tolerance limit threshold by 1,666,43,13440,74 and 128%; while Caruso accumulates more heavy metals compared to other varieties in Jos North at a threshold value of 843,37,40,323,138, and 107%. Potato tubers cultivated within the study areas were highly concentrated as reported herein, this will, overall affect human, animal health, aquatic life and crop productivity.
Design, Construction, and Post-Construction of a Residential Development Located at Orji, Owerri North in Imo State, Nigeria
Authors: Oluigbo C. U. , Unamba U. K. , Nnaa D. V.
Published: November 2023

The objective of this paper is to highlight the architectural service delivery process in the design, construction, post-construction of a residential development located at Orji, Owerri North in Imo State, Nigeria based on the design stages spelt out by the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) Architectural Consultancy and Project Management Services, Conditions of Engagement, Charges and Agreement for the Professional Architect on 8th June, 2016 to evaluate the performance of projects in Nigeria. The outcome of this paper is tailored towards acquainting architects, town planners, surveyors, civil / structural engineers, project managers, and other players in the built environment on the need to measure their level of compliance with recognized standards in the course delivering building projects. It also x-rays the distinct solutions applied at different milestones in the design and construction of the Five Bedroom Duplex to address challenges thereof.
Estimation of Radiological Doses to Organs around the Head and Neck Region in a Radiological Centre in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Authors: Pam S. D. , Akpolile A. F.
Published: November 2023

This study estimates the radiological doses absorbed by organs around the head and neck regions during x-ray examinations in a radiological centre in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. The exposure parameters of 60 adult patients (30 male and 30 female) were used to estimate the doses. The results showed that the male head radiograph had an average ESD of 1.36 mGy, while the female head radiograph had an ESD of 1.07 mGy. The absorbed doses for the brain, oral mucosa, eye lens, bonecranium and mandible, skinhead, salivary gland, thyroid, esophagus, bonecervical, and skinneck were 0.416, 0.262, 0.472, 2.21x10-16, 0.303, 0.439, 0.296, 0.214, 1.1x10-16, and 0.303 mGy, respectively. The effective dose was 0.092 mSv for the head region and 0.021 mSv for the neck region. Comparing the ESD and effective doses with regulatory standards and existing literature, it was observed that the patients were not exposed to any significant radiation risk.
Evaluation of phenotypic relationships of date palm cultivars at Melka Werer, Ethiopia
Authors: Ahmed Workia , Feyissa Tileye , Tesfaye Kassahun , Farrakh Sumaira
Published: November 2023

Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is one of the oldest fruit bearing perennial trees classified under the genus of Phoenix in Arecaceae (Palm) family. The natures of date palms with their long productivity have an indispensable socio-economicsignificance and contributions in agricultural sustainability. The date palm is a food and income source for societies particularly in the desert and also it has medicinal, cultural, ecological and environmental values. Date palms are dioecious with a wide range of phenotypic variations. Therefore, evaluation of date palm cultivars using morphological characters at regional as well as global level is critically necessary for sustainable utilization of itsgenetic resources as well as for genetic improvement and conservationprograms. The aim of this study is to assess the phylogenetic relationships of ate palms date palm cultivars cultivated at Melka Werer research centre. A total of 45 morphological traits were used to assess phylogenetic relationships of eleven date palm cultivars. All traits showed mean variations amongthe cultivars.Principal component analysis on the first component revealed 37% variation in vegetative and reproductive traits data combined together and 29% and 32% of variations was observed in separate vegetative and reproductive morphological traits data respectively. Among 45 morphological traits 43 traits exhibited significant differences at p <0.05 inanalysis of variance and also 23 traits showed significant variances at p <0.05 inhomogeneity of variance analysis among cultivars. Besides, dendrograms were constructed based on combined vegetative and reproductive traitsdataand in separatevegetative and reproductive traits data and showed the genetic relationships between date palm cultivars.Generally, this study clearly display the phenotypic variations between cultivars and also the resultis important as baseline for documenting and further agronomic traits studies of date palm cultivars particularly in Ethiopia.
The Effects of Teaching Toponyms and Folk Geography Terms with Information Technologies in Literature Courses
Authors: Ainabek Aidana , Abdualiuly Bekzhan , Zhuanyshpaeva Samal , Ongarbayeva Aliya , Aitymova Aigul , Belgibekova Assem
Published: November 2023

Kazakh and Nogai peoples have shared many similar experiences throughout history. In the theoretical dimension of this study, the common features of Kazakh and Nogai communities in the fields of language, culture and geography are analyzed in a comparative perspective. In the research dimension, the common history of Kazakh and Nogai peoples, language kinship and similarities in the formation of place names were discussed in detail, and the cultural and linguistic ties of these two communities were taught with the support of information technologies. In this context, a pre-test post-test design with control group was applied in the study. Experimental applications were applied in Kazakh Language and Literature course. Toponyms and folk geography terms in Kazakh and Nogai languages were taught with the support of information technologies in the experimental group and traditional teaching in the control group (6 weeks). Kazakh and Nogai Language Achievement Tests and Attitude towards the Course Scale were used as measurement tools in the research. Mann Whitney U test, one of the Non-Parametric statistics, was used to analyze the research data. According to the research findings, a significant difference was found in favor of the experimental group in terms of Kazakh Toponyms and Folk Geography Terms. However, no significant difference was found between the achievements of the experimental and control groups in teaching Nogai Toponyms and Folk Geography Terms. Finally, it was found that the information-supported teaching activities applied in the study positively affected the students' attitudes towards the course.
Investigation of the Relationship between Creative Personality Traits and Internet Usage of Fine Arts Faculty Students
Authors: Ozturk Mahmut Sami , Ozturk Mine Ulku
Published: November 2023

Faculties of Fine Arts in Turkey train artists and designers by using the universal language of art, taking into account scientific, artistic and cultural developments, developing students' creativity and productivity. In addition to the problems encountered by fine arts students and artists, who have creative personality elements, during the performance of art and the application of methods and techniques available in the literature, the level of use of technology will directly affect their artistic performances and activities. The aim of this study is to examine the creative personality traits and internet usage status-purposes of university students studying in Fine Arts Faculties on a relational basis. The study, which was conducted in the relational survey model, included 205 students studying at the fine arts faculties. Creative personality traits scale and internet usage intentions questionnaire were used to collect the data of the study. According to the findings of the study, the creativity personality traits of the participants are at a high level. In addition, creative personality traits of the students show partial differences according to gender variable. According to another result of the study, it was seen that the students of the Faculty of Fine Arts use "Social networking sites", "Video sharing sites", "Photo sharing sites" applications at a high level. Again, the internet usage purposes of the participants differ according to the gender variable. Finally, significant relationships were found between the participants' creative personality traits and their internet usage purposes.Investigation of the Relationship between Creative Personality Traits and Internet Usage of Fine Arts Faculty Students
The Study of Effective Methods and Strategies for the Professional Development of Educators: Mentorship, Collaboration, and Self-Organization Skills
Authors: Duisenbayev Abay , Shavaliyeva Zulfiya , Khassanova Inkar , Turebayeva Shynar , Seitenova Salima , Medeubayeva Kenzhekhan
Published: November 2023

It is essential for prospective teachers to be skilled in planning learning-teaching processes correctly and using teaching strategies and methods effectively. In this context, it is important for them to have the skills of using learning strategies, mentoring and self-regulation and to work collaboratively. The purpose of this study is to examine the relationships between mentoring, collaborative work and self-regulation skills of prospective teachers and their ability to use teaching strategies and methods. The study, which was designed with the correlational survey model, was conducted in 5 different universities in Kazakhstan in the academic year 2022-2023. The research sample consisted of 253 prospective teachers. According to the findings of the study, prospective teachers' mentoring, collaborative work, self-regulation skills, and use of teaching strategies and methods were found to be at a moderate level. According to another finding of the study, prospective teachers' mentoring, collaborative working and self-regulation skills and their ability to use instructional strategies and methods increased significantly as the grade level increased. Finally, according to the regression analysis, mentoring, collaborative work and self-regulation skills of prospective teachers significantly predicted their ability to use instructional strategies and methods.
Avaliação Quase-Experimental da Descentralização Policial: O Caso da Criação das Companhias Independentes da Polícia Militar no Estado do Espírito Santo
Authors: da Silva Neto Darcy Ramos , Caballero Bárbara , Cerqueira Daniel Ricardo de Castro
Published: November 2023

Nas décadas de 1980/90 se consolidaram novos modelos de polícia que preceituavam um papel mais proativo dos profissionais nas suas circunscrições, em que os mesmos deveriam ter maior interação com a comunidade e operar com autonomia para implementar ações de cunho preventivo e não apenas repressivo. No entanto, existe uma lacuna na literatura acerca de estudos empíricos que busquem avaliar o impacto de mudanças nos arranjos de gestão das corporações policiais no sentido de prover maior autonomia do trabalho policial na ponta. Neste artigo, nos valemos de um quase-experimento, que foi a criação das Companhias Independentes (CIA IND) da Polícia Militar no Estado do Espírito Santo, que passaram a usar o sistema de gestão independente das suas unidades de origem (batalhões), com focalização territorial visando, entre outros fatores, a redução da criminalidade. Com base no método de Controle Sintético, avaliamos os potenciais impactos da criação de três Companhias Independentes nas cidades de Vitória, Serra e Vila Velha, em março de 2017, na redução do homicídio nessas regiões. Caso as CIA IND não existissem, no período compreendido entre 2018 e 2021, os dados apontam que as taxas de homicídio teriam crescido 36% em Vila Velha e 18% em Serra.
Influence Brand Awareness, Product Variations and Word of Mouth Towards Customer Satisfaction at Coffee Shop Tuku Cipete Branch, South Jakarta
Authors: Sari Junila Putri Mustika , Hardini Resti , Digdowiseiso Kumba
Published: November 2023

This study aims to determine the influence of the independent variables of this study in the form of brand awareness variables, product variation variables and word of mouth variables on the dependent variables of this study with customer satisfaction variables at Coffee Shop Cipete South Jakarta Branch. The method in this study is descriptive-quantitative with a population in the form of respondents or, more specifically, consumers of Coffee Shop Tuku. The sample of research respondents was 100 using non-probability sampling techniques. In using non-probability sampling techniques, the pieces are expected to meet the conditions or criteria required in this study. The data used was in the foata through the distribution of questionnaires with model tests in the form of multiple linear regression processed using SPSS 25. The results were obtained after data processing analysis with the following conclusions: Brand Awareness, Product Variations, and Word of Mouth positively and significantly affect Customer Satisfaction. It was previously tested against statements that were declared valid and reliable.
Corporate Responsibility in the Crime of Money Laundering in Indonesia
Authors: Mudjiyanto Nia , Suhariyanto Didik , Tio Rae G. Nyoman
Published: November 2023

The crime of money laundering has a direct or indirect negative effect on the country's economy, as a negative effect on the effective use of resources and finances. TPPU issues are not only related to legal and law enforcement issues, but are also directly related to and affect national financial and economic issues, including national investment issues. The method used in this research is normative legal research which is carried out as an effort to obtain the necessary data regarding the problem. The data used is secondary data consisting of primary legal material, secondary legal material and tertiary legal material. Besides that, primary data is also used as supporting secondary data. Data analysis was carried out using qualitative juridical analysis methods. The research results obtained are that TPPU practices involve a lot of resources and funds that are used for illegal activities and can be detrimental to society, and a lot of funds cannot be used optimally. Proceeds of crime are usually invested in countries where money laundering appears safe, although returns are lower. The proceeds of this crime can be transferred from countries with good economies to countries with poor economies. Because it has a negative impact on financial markets and weakens citizens' trust in the international financial system.
Chemokine Ligand-Receptor Axes for Therapeutic Targeting During Skin Regeneration
Authors: Das Amitava
Published: November 2023

Chemokines and their cognate receptor interactions regulate the balance between pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory signals to support the physiological functions of the skin. Chemokines also regulate the process of angiogenesis, epithelialization and collagen deposition. A severely dysregulated chemokine ligand-receptor network has been observed in chronic non-healing wounds and skin diseases. Evaluation of the chemokine signaling pathways in pathological skin conditions is essential for the development of targeted therapeutic interventions that can enhance skin regeneration. Although chemokines and their receptors serve as attractive targets for drug discovery, clinical trials to date have seen limited success, especially in skin regeneration. Repurposing of the already established drugs can overcome the limitations. Therefore, we identified a set of chemokines and chemokine receptors that are expressed during skin regeneration. Further, we provided a network of existing drugs targeting these chemokines and chemokine receptors that can be repurposed for enhancing skin regeneration in chronic wounds and skin diseases. This review underscores the pivotal role of chemokine ligand-receptors axes in complex wounds and skin diseases and highlights the preclinical and clinical breakthroughs targeting these networks for skin regeneration.
A Case Report: Calcific Piriformis Tendinitis in a Patient with Known Sarcoidosis
Authors: Marino Katherine
Published: November 2023

Calcific tendinitis most commonly involves the rotator cuff tendons. The tendons around the hip are the second most common location for calcific tendinitis to occur. Symptomatic calcific piriformis tendinitis, without calcific tendinitis elsewhere, is an extremely rare diagnosis. This case report describes calcific piriformis tendinitis diagnosed on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in a 42-year-old man whom presented with a 7-day history of left non-specific hip pain. His past medically history included sarcoidosis and a previous gluteal abscess treated with antibiotics. He has been in remission from sarcoidosis for a decade. MRI demonstrated linear uniform low signal on all sequences involving the intramuscular tendon of piriformis with marked inflammatory change within the surrounding muscle, consistent with acute calcific piriformis tendinitis. Given the results of the MRI, the patient was treated with oral high-dose non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (naproxen) as per the first line recommended treatment of calcific tendinitis. Patient remained symptom free and returned to normal activities of daily living and continued to exercise. To date there has been no recurrence. Calcific tendinitis of the piriformis is scarce in medical literature with a recent review finding only two available cases reported. Given the history of sarcoidosis granulomatous myositis was the major differential diagnosis, both clinically and on imaging. However, this condition usually has variable signal intensity within the granulomas and is associated with epimuscular fasciitis. The imaging findings suggest calcification and the full recovery of symptoms post treatment for calcific piriformis tendinitis support the use of diagnosis via imaging.
MEDYADA EĞLENCE İÇERİĞİNDE ÇEVRE SORUNLARI: EKO-MEDYA OKURYAZARLIĞI BAĞLAMINDA ÖRNEK BİR ÇÖZÜMLEME
Authors: ÇÖMEZ Ali , SEZGİN BÜYÜKALACA Ayşe Aslı
Published: November 2023

Bu çalışma, çevre temasının belgesel filmlerde, eğlence içeriği kapsamında nasıl aktarıldığını çözümlemeyi amaçlamaktadır. Son yıllarda çevre konusunda artan duyarlılığın medyada eğlence içeriği vasıtasıyla yansımaları dikkat çekici boyutlara ulaşmıştır. Bu kapsamda, araştırma ayrıca medya okuryazarlığı eğitiminin, bireylerin popüler kültürdeki çevre temasını eleştirel bir şekilde değerlendirmelerindeki rolüne dikkat çekmeyi de amaçlamaktadır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda da çalışmada, eko-medya okuryazarlığı kavramına odaklanılmıştır. Eko-medya okuryazarlığı kavramının uluslararası literatürde ön plana çıkmaya başlaması, kavramın ulusal literatüre de kazandırılmasını gerektirmektedir. Bu kapsamda çalışma, medyadaki çevre algısının temsillerini analiz ederken medyanın ekolojik ayak izlerini, eko-medya okuryazarlığı kavramı bağlamında tespit etmeyi hedeflemektedir. Bu amaçla da kavramın literatüre kazandırılmasında önemli rolü olan Antonio López ile de çalışma konusu kapsamında bir görüşme yapılmıştır. Eko-medya okuryazarlığı üzerine bir değerlendirme yapmak için araştırmada, 2019 Avustralya yapımı olan 2040 Belgesel Filmi örnek medya içeriği olarak seçilmiştir. Bu içerik, medya okuryazarlığı eğitiminde mevcut bilgilerin yeni bilgilerle buluştuğu, sorgulamaya dayalı, medya mesajlarını çözümleme yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonucunda, örnek medya içeriği kapsamında eko-medya okuryazarlığı kavramı tartışılmış; medya mesajlarının farklı kategoriler dâhilinde çözümlemesi ile analizin, değerlendirmenin ve mevcut anlayışın derinleştirilmesi amaçlanmıştır.
Consumo de fibra dietética y su relación con rasgos de ansiedad y depresión en adultos de la sierra ecuatoriana durante la emergencia COVID-19
Authors: Abril Merizalde Dennys Leonardo , Belezaca Malla Lisbeth Marianela , Chico Cabascango Lineth Aracely , Escobar Guaranga Piedad Rosalia , Hidalgo Pumagualle Génesis Paulina , Andrade Trujillo Catherine
Published: November 2023

Introducción: Durante el período de confinamiento por la enfermedad por Coronavirus 2019 (Covid-19), tanto el consumo de alimentos, como la funcionalidad emocional de la población ha sido afectada y modificada como una respuesta de adaptación ante las disposiciones de los gobiernos locales. Objetivo: Analizar el consumo de fibra dietética y su relación con los rasgos de ansiedad y depresión en adultos de la región sierra ecuatoriana durante la emergencia sanitaria. Metodología: Estudio de diseño transversal, conformado por una muestra de 170 adultos de ambos sexos, quienes fueron encuestados en línea durante los meses de abril y mayo del año 2020, período de confinamiento. Los instrumentos para la recolección de datos fueron una frecuencia de consumo de alimentos fuentes de fibra y la escala de malestar psicológico de Kessler-K10. Resultados: No se evidencia relación entre el consumo de fibra y los rasgos de ansiedad y depresión. En el grupo de legumbres y leguminosas, cereales, tubérculos y frutos secos se evidencia un consumo en frecuencia y cantidad adecuadas en ambos sexos, en cuanto a frutas y verduras en ambos sexos no se cumple con la recomendación. Independientemente del sexo, ocupación, zona domiciliaria y consumo de alimentos fuentes de fibra dietética, la población presenta rasgos moderados de ansiedad y depresión según la escala de Kessler. Conclusión: El cambio en la alimentación de la población adulta joven durante el confinamiento ha sido favorable en cuanto al consumo de fibra dietética, situación que podría constituir un factor protector para el desarrollo de trastornos emocionales y por otro lado, un beneficio para el sistema inmunológico.
Prevalencia de sobrepeso y obesidad en adultos de la serranía ecuatoriana. Resultados de la encuesta ENSANUT-2018
Authors: Vinueza Andrés Fernando , Vallejo Andrade Katherin Carmita , Revelo Hidalgo Kevin Orlando , Yupa Pinos Marisa Lucrecia , Riofrío Martínez Cristian Fernando
Published: November 2023

Introducción: A nivel mundial la prevalencia de obesidad y sobrepeso se encuentra en aumento, no obstante, en Europa la obesidad y el sobrepeso se ha triplicado en los últimos veinte años, así también se estima en América Latina, la prevalencia de sobrepeso es del 58%. Objetivo: Determinar la prevalencia de sobrepeso y obesidad en adultos ecuatorianos residentes en la serranía ecuatoriana. Método: Estudio retrospectivo, descriptivo de corte transversal. Los datos analizados fueron recopilados por la en encuesta nacional ENSANUT-2 018. Se incluyen 35 001 adultos de las 11 provincias de la serranía ecuatoriana. Resultados: El 41.8% (n=14 629) presenta sobrepeso, el 15.71% (n=5 498) obesidad I, el 3.59% (n=1 258) obesidad II y el 0,63% (n=222) obesidad III. La provincia con la mayor prevalencia de sobrepeso es Imbabura con el 44.4% y la provincia del Carchi tuvo el mayor porcentaje de obesidad tipo I, tipo II y Tipo II con el 22.1%, 5.19% y 0.95% respectivamente. Conclusiones: En los últimos 20 años el Ecuador ha aumentado la prevalencia obesidad y sobrepeso, donde figura de las provincias de la Sierra del Ecuador, Imbabura como la provincia con más número de casos de sobrepeso y la provincia del Carchi con los tres tipos de obesidad.
Atención del parto y recepción de recién nacidos en paciente con Covid 19
Authors: Rojas Pérez Lino Arturo , Cruz Basantes Blanca Herminia , Rojas Cruz Lino Arturo , Rojas Cruz Augusto Ernesto , Rojas Cruz Andrés Eduardo , Villagómez Vega María Daniela
Published: November 2023

Introducción. El Covid 19 es una enfermedad que aumenta la morbimortalidad materna y perinatal, durante la atención del parto y la recepción del recién nacido se deben garantizar procedimientos y protocolos que disminuyan de trasmisión de esta patología. Objetivo. Determinar las estrategias adecuadas y la seguridad para disminuir el riesgo de contagio durante la atención del parto y recepción del recién nacido al personal de salud como al recién nacido.  Metodología. Se ha utilizado una pregunta clínica para la búsqueda de información bajo el formato PICO y se ha revisado bibliotecas científicas virtuales como, ACCESSSS, Cochrane, EBSCO, Pub Med, Centers for Desease Control and Preventtion además de buscadores de información científica como Google Schoolar, UptoDate, DynaMed, para encontrar la mejor evidencia científica sobre atención del parto y recepción del recién nacido en pacientes que presentan Covid 19. Resultados. Se han encontrado 38 artículos científicos que cumplen con todos los criterios propuestos. Discusión. El embarazo es un estado de la mujer en el cual se produce una serie de cambios fisiológicos e inmunológicos que pueden agravar el cuadro clínico en pacientes con la COVID 19, la atención del parto y la recepción del recién nacido debe ser realizada de una manera segura que garantice el menor riesgo de trasmisión al neonato como al personal de salud. Conclusiones. El uso de protocolos para atención del parto y recepción del recién nacido es una estrategia que disminuye el contagio y garantiza una atención segura durante el parto.
Assessment of natural and pyrolytic antioxidants as additives to biodiesel production
Authors:   , Falconí Heredia Javier Hernán
Published: November 2023

Brazil is one of the largest producers and consumers of biodiesel in the world, with a production of 6.7 million m 3 in 2021. Its main sources for biodiesel production are soybean oil and animal fat. The low oxidative stability of biodiesel is a problem that has not yet been satisfactorily solved and represents the main barrier to market expansion. Therefore, a promising approach to improve oxidative stability is the addition of antioxidants. This study evaluated the effect and performance of natural extracts of Scenedesmus obliquus (S. obliquus), Haematococcus pluvialis (H. pluvialis), curcuma sp. (turmeric), Bixa Orellana (annatto) seeds, coffee husk (C. husk), and commercial Haematococcus pluvialis (C.H. pluvialis) as antioxidants during long-term storage of biodiesel matrices from soybean (Glycine max), canola (Brassica napus), and macauba (Acrocomia aculeata). In addition, the antioxidant properties of bio-oils produced from the slow pyrolysis of biodiesel synthesis of soybean, canola, macauba, and depigmented S. obliquus biomass were also investigated. Among the natural extracts, turmeric and S. obliquus stood out, which at the concentration of 3000 ppm produced increased stability time (35.0% for soybean, 51.8% for canola, and 338.4% for macauba) and (36.0% for soybean, 46.7% for canola, and 122.0% for macauba) respectively. Furthermore, the addition of S. obliquus bio-oil at a concentration of 4000 ppm produced an increase in stability time of 116.8 % (13.2 h) for soybean, 194.5% (17.7 h) for canola, and 563.5% (13.21 h) for macauba, which meets the Brazilian standard requirement (ANP resolution no. 798/219) of a minimum stability time of 12 hours for biodiesel. Keywords: Biodiesel. Catalysis. Natural antioxidants. Microalgae. Oxidation stability. Pyrolysis antioxidant
Contribuições da anatomia foliar para a sistemática de Croton com ênfase nas seções Heptallon, Julocroton e Lasiogyne (Euphorbiaceae)
Authors:   , Silva Elienai Candida e
Published: November 2023

Croton (tribo Crotoneae) com cerca de 1.300 espécies, destaca-se como o segundo maior e mais diverso gênero de Euphorbiaceae. Devido ao elevado número de espécies, a ampla distribuição geográfica e as sinapomorfias morfológicas desconhecidas que permitam distinguir alguns dos táxons infragenéricos, Croton é considerado taxonomicamente complexo. Os caracteres anatômicos, especialmente os foliares, têm sido utilizados como subsídio à taxonomia, auxiliando no estabelecimento de afinidades e indicando relação em nível de seção, gênero, tribo, família e até ordem. Adicionalmente, as espécies da Crotoneae possuem alta diversidade de estruturas secretoras que são importantes para a sistemática. Sendo assim, este trabalho objetivou estudar a morfoanatômia e micromorfologia foliar de espécies das seções Heptallon, Julocroton e Lasiogyne para o reconhecimento de caracteres diagnósticos, para contribuir com o entendimento da relação entre as três seções e para auxiliar na delimitação das espécies dentro de C. seção Julocroton. Adicionalmente, a ocorrência de idioblastos secretores com padrão não usual de desenvolvimento foi investigada em representantes destas três seções. Croton rottlerifolius Baill. (seção Cleodora) foi selecionada como um modelo para esclarecer a origem, a natureza química da secreção e os compartimentos envolvidos na síntese e exsudação da secreção dos idioblastos secretores não usuais em Croton, por meio de análises de ontogênese, histoquímica e ultraestrura. Em nossos estudos, uma espécie nova foi descrita para a seção Julocroton. Não houve características morfoanatômicas exclusivas que delimitassem cada uma das seções Heptallon, Julocroton e Lasiogyne. Entretanto, essas seções foram circunscritas por um conjunto de caracteres que se sobrepôs entre os grupos. Idioblastos secretores que se projetam acima da superfície foliar, foram observados em uma espécie da seção Lasiogyne. Em C. rottlerifolius, o idioblasto secretor possui origem de uma inicial protodérmica, se projeta acima da superfície foliar e só então cresce intrusivamente em direção ao mesofilo. A secreção é composta por óleo-resinas. A síntese da secreção ocorre nos plastídios e no RE agranular. A eliminação da secreção provavelmente ocorre via rompimento da parede periclinal externa e pela volatilização das substâncias que são voláteis. Palavras-chave: Estruturas secretoras. Micromorfologia. Ultraestrutura.
Características hidráulicas e fotossintéticas em espécies C3 e C4 proximamente relacionadas
Authors:   , Castro Carolina Souza de
Published: November 2023

As plantas C4 são conhecidas por manter uma alta eficiência fotossintética e maior eficiência do uso da água em relação às espécies C3. No entanto, pouco se sabe sobre as diferenças nas relações hídricas entre os tipos fotossintéticos, principalmente em espécies pertencentes a grupos de transição entre os tipos C3 e C4. Este trabalho teve como objetivo explorar as características hidráulicas, anatômicas e fotossintéticas em espécies C3 (Tarenaya hassleriana (Th) e T. longicarpa (Tl)) e C4 (Gynandropsis gynandra (Gg)) relacionadas da família Cleomaceae. Nos parâmetros de relações hídricas, o teor relativo de água no ponto de perda de turgescência foi similar nas três espécies (0,89). As espécies Th e Gg apresentaram valores similares para o potencial osmótico em turgescência plena (-0,80 MPa), potencial hídrico no ponto de perda de turgor (-0,84 MPa) e na capacitância pré-perda de turgor (C PT , 1,30 mol m -2 MPa -1 ); no entanto, a C4 apresentou uma alta C PPT (6,28 mol m -2 MPa -1 ). As espécies Tl e Gg apresentaram taxas fotossintéticas semelhantes (22,35 µmol CO 2 m - s -1 ), porém a espécie C4 apresentou a menor razão entre a taxa de transporte de elétrons pela taxa fotossintética (5,95). Em relação à condutância hidráulica foliar, as três espécies obtiveram valores semelhantes. Por outro lado, as espécies C3 foram mais vulneráveis à cavitação do que a espécie C4, sendo que esta última apresentou a maior margem de segurança hidráulica. Com isso, a espécie C4 pode ser considerada como uma planta eficiente e segura do ponto de vista hidráulico, sugerindo que tal vantagem pode ter sido chave para a evolução em ambientes áridos. Palavras-chave: Eficiência hidráulica. Vulnerabilidade hidráulica. Eficiência do uso da água. Cleomaceae.
Motinų veiksmai esant žindymo problemų
Authors: Vainauskaitė Vilita , Stundžienė Rasa
Published: November 2023

Abstract. Breastfeeding provides many health benefits for infant and mothers. Breastfeeding problems that most women experience during the breastfeeding period influence the shorter duration of natural infant breastfeeding. It is important to help mothers solve breastfeeding problems to continue infant breastfeeding.

The aim. Analyse mothers’ actions in case of breastfeeding problems.

Methods. A quantitative scientific study was carried out using a questionnaire survey. Mothers who have infants from 6 months and children up to 2 years of age filled in the. 387 questionnaires were suitable for study data analysis. Mathematical and minimal statistical data analysis was carried out.

Results and conclusions. More than two-thirds of the mothers in the study experienced breastfeeding problems. Sore/damaged nipples and breast engorgement were the most common problems. Many mothers looked for information related to breastfeeding in the media, and more than half sought help from healthcare professionals. A significant connection was found between breastfeeding problems and shorter duration of breastfeeding. Mothers’ knowledge about the benefits of breastfeeding, better financial situation and help from healthcare professionals had a significant impact on the duration of breastfeeding.
Alytaus kolegijos bendrosios praktikos slaugos studijų studentų požiūris į eutanaziją
Authors: Valčiukienė Lina , Prieskienytė Diana , Paškevičė Alma
Published: November 2023

Summary. The article reveals the attitudes of general nursing students of Alytaus kolegija / University of Applied Sciences towards euthanasia. The last two decades of this century have seen an increasing number of countries where euthanasia has become legal, which has led to a growing number of disagreements between the health care community, politicians, society, and religion, and to ethical dilemmas around the world on this issue. Euthanasia has become a topical phenomenon that has so far generated countless debates and controversies in politics, law, medicine and society at large. This article presents the views of general nursing students on euthanasia, its legalisation and the reasons that have influenced their opinions. The study used a quantitative questionnaire survey method. The sample of the study was a purposive sample of general nursing students of the 1st and 4th year of the Department of Health Sciences and Technologies of Alytaus kolegija / University of Applied Sciences. Summarising the results obtained, it emerged that almost half of both 1st and 4th year students express a neutral attitude towards euthanasia, and more than half of both 1st and 4th year students support legalisation of euthanasia in Lithuania.