bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Freezing of backfill: heat flow laboratory tests - model comparison
Authors: Knight G
Published: August 2021

The heat flow simulation model was compared with a test on sand in the laboratory freezing chamber. It was found that the average thermal conductivity in the wet sand was about 2 watts/m.sec.°K. The comparison suggested that the apparent thermal conductivity
increased with depth; the variation with depth increased with time. This appeared to be due to moisture migration in the repeated freezing and thawing cycles examined. It was possible to set up a layered model which agreed with the laboratory tests.
Two-staged surgical approach along with Ksharasutra therapy in the management of complex, non-specific, posterior, horse-shoe-shaped fistula-in-ano
Authors: Baria Pragnaben Bhikhabhai , Dudhamal Tukaram Sambhaji
Published: August 2021

Bhagandara is one of the Ashtamahagada (~eight grave diseases) that resembles with the anal fistula in modern parlance. Many surgical techniques are available in modern practice though management of the fistula is challenging due to its high recurrence rate and associated complications. This study aims to diagnose a case of fistula-in-ano and to treat the case by two-staged surgical approach along with Ksharasutra. A 28-year-old male patient came to out patient department (OPD) of Shalya tantra with complaints of painful swelling with pus discharge from perianal region, which was diagnosed as complex, nonspecific, posterior horse-shoe shaped fistula-in-ano with approximately 80 mm long track. The condition is not only difficult but also takes a longer period for complete cure with varied success rate, hence, two-staged surgical approach along with Ksharasutra has been employed. The fistulous track was completely healed by almost 13 weeks. Follow-up was done for the next three months. There was no recurrence of the condition, and normal sphincter tone was achieved. The result of the present case is encouraging, and the patient was treated effectively without any complications and without disturbing his daily social life.
Clinicoepidemiological profile of COVID-19 in elderly patients of South-Eastern Rajasthan
Authors: Sharda Meenaxi , Jain Prateek , Shyoran Sachin , Goyal Bhimsain
Published: August 2021

Background and Objectives:

COVID-19 pandemic took a significant toll on all, especially elderly individuals, who seem to have a higher risk for severe disease and mortality. We aim to study the clinicoepidemiological profile of COVID-19 in elderly patients of South-Eastern Rajasthan and to assess its severity and outcome.

Methods:

A retrospective analysis of 200 reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction confirmed COVID-19 patients aged ≥60 years admitted between May and October 2020 in the dedicated COVID hospital of a tertiary care center of South-Eastern Rajasthan was done.

Results:

The median age of patients was 66 years (interquartile range [IQR]: 63–72 years). Twenty-five percent, 26.5%, and 48.5% cases fell under mild, moderate, and severe disease, respectively, with 52 nonsurvivors. The mean age of severe (68.78 ± 7.20 years) cases was significantly more than that of mild ones (65.96 ± 5.29 years, P = 0.048). Males (70.5%) and urban population (90%) were more affected than females (29.5%) and the rural ones (10%). 67.5% patients had comorbidities. The presence of multiple comorbidities was significantly associated with increased severity (P = 0.03). The median duration of symptoms was 4 days (IQR: 3–7 days). 19% presented asymptomatically. Complications included acute respiratory distress syndrome (47%), renal impairment (31%), hepatic dysfunction (30%), myocardial injury (30%), shock (10.5%), stroke (2%), encephalopathy (2%), acute STEMI (1.5%), deep vein thrombosis (1%), and heart failure (1%). The presence of dyspnea (P = 0.000), desaturation (P = 0.000), leukocytosis (P = 0.000), neutrophilia (P = 0.000), lymphopenia (P = 0.000), high neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (P = 0.000), hyperglycemia (P = 0.015), renal impairment (P = 0.024), elevated creatine kinase-MB (P = 0.020), raised transaminases (P = 0.002), hypoproteinemia (P = 0.003), hypoalbuminemia (P = 0.000), A:G ratio reversal (P = 0.000), low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (P = 0.000), and higher computed tomography severity score (P = 0.000), all were associated with both increased severity and mortality. Need of vasopressor support was significantly associated with older age (P = 0.022).

Conclusion:

Increasing age, multiple comorbidities, severe category, and complications are associated with poor prognosis in elderly patients.
Comparative Analysis of Expression of Lupus Erythematosus in Geriatrics versus Adults
Authors: Gupta Neha , Paliwal Vijay , Bhargava Puneet , Mathur Deepak Kumar
Published: August 2021

Objective:

Comparative analysis of expression of lupus erythematosus (LE) in geriatrics versus adults.

Materials and Methods:

We analyzed and compare the patient's records attending our department between June 2017 and June 2019, diagnosed clinically and immunologically as LE between the two groups.

Results:

Sixty patients, 30 in each group, met ACRA criteria, were enrolled with mean age of presentation for early-onset was 28 ± 9.8 years and late-onset, 59 ± 4.8 years. Most of the patients were females with decrease in sex ratio with age. The most common presentations were malar rash, photosensitivity, and oral ulcers. Joint complaints, lung and cardiac involvement, and nonscarring alopecia were more common in the elderly. Direct Coombs test positive hemolytic anemia, renal involvement in forms of proteinuria and lupus nephritis, and neurological involvement were seen more commonly in adults. In immunological parameters, antinuclear antibody, anti-double standard DNA antibody (AntiDsDNA), and anti-smith antibody testing were done. AntiDsDNA positivity was more in adults correlate with disease severity. We calculate the systemic LE disease activity index 2000 score was higher in the adult population.

Conclusion:

Our study illustrated that disease activity and damage are more in adults in comparison to geriatrics. However, geriatrics had more organ damage that may be attributable to associated comorbidities. Although the connective tissue diseases in the elderly needs less aggressive management, it requires more attention for possible organ damage due to associated comorbidities.
Prevalence and Correlates of Physical Disability among Elderly Rural Population in a Community Development Block of Purba Bardhaman District, West Bengal
Authors: Saha Chandradip , Thakur Rupali P. , Das Sulagna , Das Dilip K.
Published: August 2021

Introduction:

With demographic transition and increase in life expectancy elderly population has increased substantially in recent years. Rapid growth in the elderly population resulted in high magnitude of noncommunicable diseases leading to physical disability, dependency on caregivers and poor quality of life. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and correlates of physical disability among elderly rural population in a community development block.

Subjects and Methods:

A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Bhatar block of Purba Bardhaman district from November 2020 to January 2021 among 350 elderly participants ≥60 years selected by multistage random sampling. With prior informed consent, data were collected using semi-structured pre-designed, pretested schedule and 10-item Barthel index. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression was done to find out the correlates.

Results:

The prevalence of physical disability among elderly was 28.9% and proportion was more in ≥70 years age group, 62.6% of the subjects suffered from one or more chronic diseases. In bivariate analysis age (odds ratio [OR] = 5.36), caste (OR = 2.27), education (OR = 4.57), current employment status (OR = 0.13), type of family (OR = 2.15), socioeconomic status (OR = 4.04) and presence of any chronic diseases (OR = 1.86) was significantly associated with physical disability. Multivariable analysis revealed age (adjusted OR [AOR] = 2.96 [1.54–5.68]), education (AOR = 2.98 [1.60–5.54]) and current employment status (AOR = 0.23 [0.09–0.58]) as significant predictors.

Conclusions:

The prevalence of physical disability among elderly is substantially high in the study area. Effective promotive, preventive, curative, and rehabilitative geriatric health care services need to be strengthened for early diagnosis and treatment of health problems in the elderly.
Traditional Homemade Probiotic Drink “Kanji” Versus Marketed Probiotic Drink
Authors: Singh Gagandeep , Arora Malika , Maithani Mukesh , Kumari Moni , Bansal Parveen
Published: August 2021

Background:

The traditional homemade Kanji (commonly known as Kanjika) is an Indian fermented drink, which is prepared from black carrots and has indigenous probiotic species. It is being used since long back due to its high nutritional/therapeutic value and availability of anthocyanin pigment. However, the use of traditional food drinks is decreasing and these are being replaced by marketed probiotic drinks. At present, probiotics are regulated as per their intended use, and there are certain confusions and challenges in regulatory guidelines. Hence, ensuring safe, swift, and successful usage of probiotics is the urgent need of the hour.

Aims and objective:

The present study was aimed to investigate homemade Kanji and a marketed formulation for its analytical/ biological studies in order to compare their therapeutic potency.

Materials and Methods:

A marketed probiotic drink was procured from the local market and Kanji was prepared at home using a traditional method.

Results:

The preliminary evaluation of kanji over marketed probiotic drink has shown that the homemade drink Kanji is having better probiotic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial profile in comparison to the marketed products.

Conclusion:

The results concluded that the traditional homemade drinks are more effective and safe beverages even as per today's lifestyle.
Scope of Long-Case Examination as an Assessment Tool among Medical Students and the Way Forward
Authors: Shrivastava Saurabh R. , Shrivastava Prateek Saurabh
Published: August 2021

Assessment in medical education remains the key driving force for learning and ensures gradual progression by means of bridging the lacuna among medical students. Bedside teaching and assessing the same with the help of either long-case or short-case examinations is a well-known and frequently employed practice in clinical training. Although long-case examinations have been in use for multiple decades, we have to accept the drawbacks of these assessments that include allocation of marks on the basis of unstructured questions, the presence of inter-case variability, and non-adherence to the blueprint which, in turn, results in a haphazard selection of cases for examination. Further, the possibility of a strict or lenient examiner and the simultaneous presence of factors like patients (cooperative or non-cooperative patients or nature of illness in the patient) or students (liked or not liked by the teacher – the issue of being biased) complicates the entire process of assessment. Despite the presence of these constraints, long-case examinations generally have high face validity and give the opportunity for the student to evaluate the concerns of patients from all dimensions. In conclusion, long-case examinations remain an effective tool to assess the skills of medical students. However, we should aim to minimize its limitations and then use it for the benefit of medical students, and thus, direct observation and use of a standardized checklist have been advocated.
Multiple Discrete Typing Units of Trypanosoma cruzi Infect Sylvatic Triatoma dimidiata and Panstrongylus rufotuberculatus in Southeast Mexico
Authors: Joselín Díaz-Valdez , Ignacio Martínez , Ángel Rodríguez-Moreno , Gabriel Gutiérrez-Granados , Rodrigo Isaias León-Villegas , Víctor Sánchez-Cordero , Jorge Fraga-Nodarse , Jose Ángeles-Chimal , Bertha Espinoza
Published: August 2021

Chagas disease or American trypanosomiasis is an infection caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. According to its genetic characteristics, this parasite is divided into six groups (TcI–TcVI) called discrete typing units (DTUs). Trypanosoma cruzi is transmitted to humans by insects of the Triatominae family. In Mexico, despite having a great variety of triatomine species, little is known about vector sylvatic populations and the DTUs associated with them. In this work, molecular markers such as minicircle, miniexon, 18S, and 24S ribosomal genes and restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis of the hsp70 gene were used to determine the DTUs present in vectors from rural communities and sylvatic areas inside the Biosphere Reserve Los Tuxtlas, Veracruz, in southeast Mexico. One hundred triatomines were collected and two species were identified: Triatoma dimidiata and Panstrongylus rufotuberculatus. The infection with T. cruzi was determined in 29% of analyzed vectors from the domestic area and TcI was the predominant DTU. Furthermore, 71% of vectors from the sylvatic environment were infected and TcI, TcII, TcIV, and TcVI were identified. One female and one male of P. rufotuberculatus were infected only with TcI. This is the first report of TcVI in T. dimidiata from the sylvatic area in México and the first report of P. rufotuberculatus infected with T. cruzi in Mexico.
Strengthening the Mentorship and Leadership Capacity of HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis Researchers in South Africa
Authors: Desai Mayur M. , Göç Nükte , Chirwa Tobias , Manderson Lenore , Charalambous Salome , Curry Leslie A. , Linnander Erika
Published: August 2021

Programs to increase emerging and established HIV and tuberculosis (TB) researchers’ capacity to be more effective leaders and mentors are urgently needed in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Although conceptual frameworks of mentoring and mentoring toolkits have been developed by and for researchers in LMIC settings, few mentor training programs have been implemented and evaluated in these settings. We created, implemented, and evaluated a 9-month, certificate-level mentorship training program to strengthen the pipeline of HIV and TB researchers in South Africa. Differentiating features of the program included careful contextualization of mentorship tools and approaches, inclusion of a leadership curriculum to improve participant ability to work effectively in teams and organizations, and attention to processes that promote interinstitutional collaboration in mentorship. Twelve mid-career researchers graduated from the first cohort of the program. Among participants, we observed significant longitudinal improvement in mentorship competencies, increased numbers of network connections in multiple domains of collaboration, and high levels of satisfaction. We anticipate that the program description and results will be useful to researchers, research institutions, and funders seeking to build research mentorship and leadership capacity in LMIC settings.
Assessment of Construction Waste Management Practice in Mekelle, northern Ethiopia: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Alemayehu Tewodros , Osman Abdulaziz , Goitom Haddush
Published: August 2021

The rapid economic growth and urbanization in Ethiopia have led to extensive construction activities in major cities. Construction activities have known to generate large quantities of wastes that pose serious environmental problems. This paper presents the challenges of construction waste management practices in Mekelle city and explores appropriate measures to address the issues in a more sustainable way. Field observation, questionnaire survey, interviewing of public sector officials at different levels was conducted to identify the source and management options of construction waste in the city. The findings showed that the majority of survey participants felt that their firms have taken various measures to manage construction waste. It was revealed that 40% of the respondents exercise illegal dumping as a common method of waste management, which is closely followed by reuse and recycling. It is evident that over 75% of the construction- generated has potential for recycling and reuse as backfilling and base for roads and buildings. The increase in the number of illegal dumping sites in the city represents the failure to properly control and implement effective construction waste management. It was suggested that sustainable solution for construction waste management at local level depends on increasing awareness and promoting reusing and recycling of construction waste.
Assessment of Major Sources Controlling Groundwater Chemistry in Kombolcha Plain, Eastern Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Authors: Abadi Berhe Berihu , Woldemariyam Tesema Fethangest , Mebrahtu Gebreslassie
Published: August 2021

The study area, Kombolcha town, forms an important industrial town situated in the Eastern Amhara region, Ethiopia. The geology of the area is mainly composed of basalts, rhyolitic ignimbrites, and Quaternary sediments. Hydrogeochemistry and the source of ions in the groundwater of the study area are poorly understood. Therefore, the current study aims to assess the factors and the different hydrochemical processes significantly controlling groundwater quality, source, and chemistry. For this purpose, a total of eighteen groundwater samples were collected using 250 ml sampling bottles at selected points in the dry season (May 2017) and wet season (November 2017). Gibbs diagram, correlation analysis, scatter plots of ionic molar ratio relations, saturation index values (estimated using PHREEQC Interactive 2.8) were used to decipher the hydrogeochemical process. Gibbs diagram shows that the rock-water interaction process is the predominant, Na+/Cl- and Ca2+/Mg2+ molar ratio value of all groundwater samples in both seasons reveals that the groundwater chemistry of the area is controlled by silicate minerals weathering. The strong correlation of Ca2+ with Mg2+ in the dry season, and Ca2+ with HCO3- and Na+ with HCO3- in the wet season could also be an indication of silicate weathering and ion exchange processes. The impact of anthropogenic practices on groundwater chemistry is also seen from the strong correlation of Ca2+ with Cl-, NO3-, PO43- and F-, NO2- with K+, Mg2+, and PO43- , PO43- with F- , and NO3- with Na+, Cl-, HCO3- . The negative values of chloro-alkaline indices in both seasons indicate base-exchange reaction where an indirect exchange of Ca2+ and Mg2+ of the water with Na+ and K+ of the host rock occurs. Saturation indices results for the wet season show that the groundwater is under-saturated with respect to calcite, aragonite, dolomite, gypsum, and anhydrite. In the dry season, however, some of the waters are oversaturated with respect to calcite and aragonite. To sum up, the groundwater quality of the study area is controlled by geological processes and anthropogenic effects.
Quantitative Geomorphological Parameters Analysis for the Aynalem- Illala Streams, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia
Authors: Woldemariyam Tesema Fethangest , Hailu Kahsay Gebrerufael , Abadi Berhe Berihu
Published: August 2021

Morphometric analysis is the measurement and mathematical analysis of the configuration of the surface, shape, and dimension of landforms. The objective of this study is to characterize the Aynalem and Illala streams using the morphometric parameter. The topographic map at a scale of 1:50,000 taken from the Ethiopian National Mapping Agency was used to characterize the linear and areal aspects. ASTER Digital Elevation Model with 10m resolution was used to characterize the relief aspect. The Arc GIS 10.4.1 was used during the morphometric analysis. The analysis result of the streams is summarized based on the linear, areal, and relief aspects. The area is characterized by a dendritic drainage pattern which is characteristics of massive hard rock terrain. The Aynalem and Illala streams are 4th and 5th order streams. Considering the number of streams in the Aynalem (75.81%) and Illala (74.66%) is composed of first-order streams that indicate a flashy flood and the mean bifurcation value of Aynalem (6.8) and Illala (4.7) shows that the Aynalem area is more structurally affected than Illala but both show less stream integration. The analysis of areal aspects such as elongation ratio, circularity ratio, and form factor has indicated that both streams are characterized as elongated streams, this implies that both streams are flowing in heterogeneous rock material, presences of structural effect, and slow runoff discharge.  The other areal aspect such as drainage density, stream frequency, infiltration number, and length of overland flow all show smaller values in both streams. This implies that the streams are characterized by a relatively permeable rock material with a higher infiltration capacity. The relief aspect of the Aynalem and Illala was also analyzed using basin relief, relief ratio, ruggedness number, hypsometric curves, and Hypsometric integral. The streams are characterized by a lower relief ratio and ruggedness number which implies a relatively flat slope and lower relief. The hypsometric curves and the Hypsometric Integral of the streams indicate that the Aynalem and Illala are at the maturity stage. This shows the area is characterized by higher erosion but less affected by recent structures. Based on the morphometric parameter analysis result it is possible to conclude that the stream development is dependent on the topography and geology of the study area and both streams show similar morphometric character.
Diálogos entre o Ensino de Probabilidade e Estatística e a Educação Inclusiva nas Pesquisas Brasileiras
Authors: Correia Gleidson Santos , Cazorla Irene Mauricio
Published: August 2021

Ensinar Matemática numa perspectiva inclusiva requer garantir o direito de todos a aprendê-la. Para tal, existe uma certa produção científica que auxilia os processos de ensino e de aprendizagem. Todavia, aprender Probabilidade e Estatística apresenta especificidades, visto que, na vida real, muitos fenômenos não são determinísticos, envolvendo a noção de variabilidade e aleatoriedade. Diante disso, o objetivo desta pesquisa foi mapear e analisar as produções científicas brasileiras sobre o ensino e a aprendizagem de Probabilidade e Estatística na perspectiva da Educação Inclusiva. A busca foi realizada no Banco de Teses e Dissertações da CAPES, em 33 periódicos científicos da área de Educação Matemática, Educação Inclusiva e Educação Especial e nos anais do I Encontro Nacional de Educação Matemática Inclusiva. Foi realizada a Análise de Conteúdo dos nove trabalhos selecionados que evidenciaram avanços na fundamentação teórica destes trabalhos, predominância de pesquisas na Educação Especial e necessidade de novas pesquisas, principalmente no Ensino Médio.
Legitimidades para a Disciplina de Cálculo na Licenciatura em Matemática
Authors: Gereti Laís Cristina Viel , Savioli Angela Marta Pereira das Dores
Published: August 2021

Neste artigo, apresentamos parte de uma pesquisa que discute e problematiza o Cálculo na Licenciatura em Matemática. Para isso, entrevistamos professores em busca de compreender como eles pensam uma disciplina de Cálculo adequada à Licenciatura em Matemática, considerando suas experiências como pesquisadores ou como professores formadores e da Educação Básica. Amparamo-nos nas principais noções do Modelo dos Campos Semânticos, como conhecimento, significado, leitura plausível e legitimidade, e nas etapas da História Oral, para construir as textualizações. Essas, por sua vez, relatam possíveis legitimidades, ou seja, possíveis significados produzidos, diferentes modos de se pensar o Cálculo visando a formação de professores da Educação Básica. No entanto, tais legitimidades relatam, de maneira indireta, quais conhecimentos (matemáticos ou não) são necessários para o professor da Educação Básica. As textualizações permitem levantar questões como: Por que o Cálculo é uma disciplina intocável no currículo da Licenciatura? Que conceitos matemáticos estudados no Cálculo são essenciais para o professor da Educação Básica? Que outras disciplinas poderiam estar no lugar do Cálculo?
Coordenação federativa e sua implicação na assistência social
Authors: Cirino Andréia Lopes
Published: August 2021

Políticas que possuem influência em campos de extrema sensibilidade, como no caso da Assistência Social, tornam-se centrais na discussão e compreensão da coordenação federativa e de seus consequentes resultados. O presente estudo, portanto, tem por objetivo resgatar e compreender os estudos que estão sendo desenvolvidos em relação à coordenação federativa e sua influência no campo de atuação da Assistência Social. Para tanto, foi construída uma discussão teórica sobre Federalismo e a Assistência Social, em seguida são apresentados os estudos encontrados sobre coordenação federativa e Assistência Social durante o período de 2013 a 2019. Os resultados apontam que houve um avanço em relação aos financiamentos que estão sendo realizados para formular e implementar as políticas sociais, pois, os estudos evidenciaram que resultados das políticas sociais estão de acordo com o valor nelas investido, principalmente quando as transferências são realizadas fundo a fundo. Além disso, através da transferência fundo a fundo, houve a diminuição dos custos, a ampliação da transparência e o aumento da efetividade dos gastos.
Apresentação do Dossiê
Authors: Salles Ferro Flavia , Da Silva Teixeira Wagner
Published: August 2021

Apresentação do dossiê temático “ Sociedades em tempos de crise: os séculos XX e XXI em perspectiva", organizado pelo Professor Dr. Wagner da Silva Teixeira (Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro) e pela Professora Dra. Flávia Salles Ferro (Secretaria Municipal de Educação - Campestre/MG).
Resenha do livro 'What is sport: a controversial essay about why humans play sports'
Authors: Amstel Narayana Astra van , Reis-Júnior Carlos Alberto Bueno dos , Oliveira Marcelo Alberto de , Sonoda-Nunes Ricardo João
Published: August 2021

A presente resenha apresenta o livro “What is sport: A controversial essay about why humans play sports", do psicólogo social Rob Alpha. A obra, ancorada em teoria freudiana, consiste em uma análise das características da sexualidade humana, que estariam presentes de maneira inconsciente no fenômeno esportivo em geral, sendo que mais de vinte modalidades foram investigadas em aspectos como equipamentos, regras, espaços e praticantes. Ao propor responder o que é o esporte, a abordagem adotada pelo autor acaba sendo delimitada em demasia, carecendo de um diálogo com a literatura acadêmica que poderia contribuir em tal esclarecimento. O livro acaba por trazer uma perspectiva muito enfática a respeito da sexualidade, sobrevalorizando tal característica em relação a outros aspectos que perpassam o fenômeno esportivo e que poderiam ajudar a melhor responder o que de fato é o esporte em si. Ademais, a escrita do texto é por vezes incoerente e imprecisa, apresentando divergências em relação a dados e argumentos levantados pelo próprio pesquisador. As ideias apresentadas por Rob Alpha podem ser de interesse da comunidade acadêmico-científica, porém é necessário um olhar cauteloso por ser uma obra intencionalmente controversa e provocativa.
Unearthing the Artist: An Autoethnographic Investigation
Authors: Daly Diane
Published: August 2021

In this paper I address how autoethnography was utilized to research the role and value of arts practice research in Western classical music professional training and practice, by a classically trained professional violinist. As a researcher, I use the philosophy and method of Dalcroze Eurhythmics as a framework to excavate the multiple layers of my own practice and investigate whether there is wider potential resonance for other professional performers. I utilize a mixed-mode approach, combining artistic practice with a number of documenting strategies, in particular using autoethnography as a tool for documentation and reflection. I propose key findings concerning the value of arts practice, and how an autoethnographic journey facilitated the emergence of the self as artist, within the Western classical music culture. The processes of excavation, enabled by autoethnography, attempt to unearth the holistic artist within the performing musician.
Primary cardiac hemangiosarcoma in a dog – case report
Authors: Oliveira de Andrade Tayane , de Moura Carvalho Carla F. P. , Costa Lima Flavio Guilherme , Silva Corrêa da Veiga Cintia
Published: August 2021

Cardiac tumors are uncommon in dogs. Their etiology is unknown, and it is believed that genetic factors may have an influence on the appearance of this type of neoplasia. At the initial stage, they do not cause relevant clinical signs, but as the primary tumor progresses, cardiac function is affected. These tumors may be confused with congestive heart failure. Hemangiosarcoma is one of the most frequent cardiac neoplasms and may have several locations, but it usually affects the right atrium. Cardiac neoplasms do not usually metastasize, but have poor prognosis for patients. Therapeutic alternatives, when possible, include surgery and chemotherapy. The objective of the present study was to report a case of primary cardiac hemangiosarcoma in an eight-year-old Dachshund bitch, presenting the clinical alterations found, the complementary exams performed and the final diagnostic confirmation through necropsy and histopathological examination.
Osteosynthesis with bone plaque in a black female howler monkey (Alouatta caraya)
Authors: Pavan Mateus Christiano , da Silva Cláudio Roberto , dos Anjos Aragão Weliton
Published: August 2021

The surgical treatment for the correction of fractures in wild animals requires the correct selection of the osteosynthesis method to be used, in such a way as to achieve the reduction and stabilization of the fracture focus, and an adequate evolution during the postoperative period. The purpose of this report was to describe and monitor bone healing in a tibiofibular oblique proximal diaphyseal fracture with a 2.7 mm bone plate implant in a female black howler monkey of the Alouatta caraya species. In the follow-up of the patient’s evolution, the radiographic images showed evidence of consolidation of both bones and stable fixation of the plate, providing early ambulation and complete recovery of limb function.
Yellow-tongued Anole (Anolis scypheus)
Authors: Arteaga Alejandro
Published: August 2021

This is the species account about the Yellow-tongued Anole (Anolis scypheus), a chapter in the Reptiles of Ecuador book. This account summarizes novel as well as historical information (recognition, natural history, distribution, conservation, etymology, and relevant literature) about the species and provides maps and images to facilitate identification of this reptile in the field.
From Government Funding to Crowdfunding: Identifying Approaches and Models for Universities
Authors: Alma’amun Suhaili , Kamarudin Mohd Khairy , Rozali Nur Saadah , Nor Shifa Mohd , Sabarudin Nur Adyani , Rosli Fatin Atirah
Published: August 2021

Malaysian public universities are bracing for funding cuts and moving towards autonomous status causing them to be more innovative in generating income. Crowdfunding has been part of the solutions. Unfortunately, the emerging of university crowdfunding platforms in Malaysia is relatively slow as compared to the universities in the U.K. and U.S. This study aims to explore approaches and crowdfunding models used by the universities. This study highlights different approaches used by the universities in incorporating crowdfunding into their funding strategies, which can be differentiated into two main groups, namely setting up a university-operated crowdfunding platform and using existing third-party platforms. The investigation on the Skolafund crowdfunding shows that it could be an example of which the crowdfunding model fits Malaysian universities. The findings in this paper can help the universities to ease the burden due to the budget cut impact by utilising crowdfunding.
An Imperfect Debugging Software Reliability Growth Model: Optimal Release Problems through Warranty Period based on Software Maintenance Cost Model
Authors: Raheem Ahmad Raad , Akthar Dr. Shaheda , Rafi Dr. Shaik Mohammad
Published: August 2021

Software come to be an important element in recent times, from small residence hold gadgets to large machinery wishes fine software. software development is a technical oriented system where range of quantitative and qualitative duties have been completed parallel a good way to meets the needs of the consumer. Many people play a vital role within the improvement of software program product, consequently there is chance of committing errors by way of these humans and these errors becomes faults in later stages. Computing software program cost for the duration of software development can facilitate us predicting the time of release of the software. In this paper we have investigated release time of software program by way of considering the imperfect debugging software program reliability growth model and cost model.
Effect Of Independence, Integrity And Accountability Auditors On Audit Quality With Ethics Of Auditor As Moderating Variable (Study At Public Accountants Office In Medan)
Authors:   Universitas Prima Indonesia, Hutagalung Galumbang
Published: August 2021

The purpose of this research to test and analyze the influence of auditor independence, integrity and accountability on audit quality moderated by ethics. This research approach is quantitative with associative research type. This research was conducted using a survey method by distributing questionnaires to auditors who work at the Public Accounting Firm in Medan. Sampling using purposive sampling, with a total sample of 90 respondents. The data were analyzed using the partial least squares structural equation model (SEM-PLS). The results of this study indicate that auditor independence has a significant and positive effect on audit quality. Auditor integrity has no effect on audit quality, and auditor accountability has a significant and positive effect on audit quality. In addition, this study also found that ethics did not moderate the influence of auditor independence on audit quality, ethics did not moderate the effect of auditor integrity on audit quality and ethics did not moderate the effect of accountability on audit quality. For this reason, auditors are expected to continue to improve their independence, integrity, accountability and ethics in order to improve audit quality, by continuing to carry out technical training that is sufficient to cover technical aspects as well as general education. The novelty of this research is that the researcher uses the majority of auditors to be in the category of young adults, which can be one of the factors causing the integrity variable to not affect audit quality.
PROPOSTA DE FRAMEWORK DE GESTÃO DO CAPITAL HUMANO PARA O TRABALHO REMOTO
Authors: Dextro Rafael Barty , Gonçales Filho Manoel
Published: August 2021

A gestão de pessoas é uma área essencial nas organizações, pois o desempenho humano, que se baseia na capacitação e qualidade da condição de trabalho dos colaboradores, reflete a performance organizacional. Algumas condições especiais de trabalho, como o modelo remoto ou à distância mediado por Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (TIC), precisam de atenção especial por parte da gestão de pessoas para seu funcionamento. Nesse contexto, o objetivo deste estudo foi identificar o panorama geral sobre a modalidade de trabalho remoto, baseado na literatura e em estudo de caso único, para análise comparativa junto à uma empresa do setor de TIC e automação comercial, e entender como a gestão de pessoas atua diante do “home office”. A metodologia empregada possui abordagem qualitativa e método comparativo. Esta pesquisa apresentou alguns resultados principais, sendo: qualidades como foco e disciplina são essenciais para direcionar o colaborador para o trabalho remoto; as percepções de vantagens e desvantagens de trabalhadores no “home office” variam consideravelmente e dependem de fatores individuais como personalidade e experiência; somente por meio de comunicação ativa e “feedback” construtivo é possível evitar o isolamento pessoal e profissional sentido por uma parcela dos trabalhadores em regime remoto. Contudo, a principal e real contribuição deste estudo é a proposição de “framework” para guiar iniciativas de estabelecimento de trabalho remoto, evitando parte dos problemas mais comuns desse tipo de regime de trabalho.
INFLUENCE OF CUSTOMER FOCUS ON COMPETITIVENESS OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN KENYA
Authors: Muiruri Edward Maina , Ngugi Dr. Patrick Karanja , Kihara Dr. Allan
Published: August 2021

Purpose: Manufacturing firms are critical to the economic growth and development through provision of products and employment. Their competitiveness is therefore critical. The firms have been facing steep competition from foreign companies due to increased globalization. Strategic drivers have been found to be key enablers of firm competitiveness and performance. It is on this basis that the study sought to establish the influence customer focus on the competitiveness of food and beverage processing companies in Kenya.

Methodology: The study was informed by commitment trust theory. Empirical studies were reviewed to provide the basis for research gaps to be filled by the current study. Descriptive research design was employed while the target population was the 187 food and beverage processing firms in Kenya. A census was used where all the 187 companies were contacted. Structured questionnaire was used to obtain the primary data which was analyzed through mixed method analysis. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze quantitative data while qualitative data was analyzed through content analysis. Inferential statistics were used to analyze the relationship between variables through the regression model. The findings were presented in form of tables, pie-charts and bar-graphs.

Findings: It was established that customer focus was upheld in most of the surveyed food and beverage processing companies where after sale services, customer engagement and customer contacting were the main platforms applied. It was concluded that while most of the food and beverage processing firms recognized key strategic drivers (customer focus) as a major aspects of competitiveness, most of the firms did not practically embrace the drivers which could explain their continued lack of competitiveness.

Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: The study recommended that for the food and beverage processing companies to take their place in the local and global market, the management should embrace and keenly focus on customer focus.
Pedagogical features of creating collaborative projects in training philological disciplines
Authors: Aripova Malika
Published: August 2021

The article examines the pedagogical features of creating a collaborative project in the educational process of the university in the course of organizing and conducting a seminar with bachelor students in the discipline "History of Russian Literature".  Features of the module “Artistic features of the novel in verse“ Eugene Onegin ”A.S.  Pushkin ". Methodical recommendations for conducting classes in pedagogical universities.  Creation of collaborative design and collaborative environment in conducting classes.
Effect of Entrepreneurial Education on Unemployment Reduction Among Students in Nigeria
Authors: Chineze J. Jacobs , Uche R. Ezeokafor , Gabriel E. Ekwere
Published: August 2021

The study looked at the effect of entrepreneurial education on unemployment reduction among students in Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbaria. The problem of the study is as a result of increasing rate of unemployment in Nigeria. The study was anchored on Human Capital Theory and risk taking theory. As a cross-sectional survey research design, a structured instrument of (5) points Likert Scale was developed by the researchers to obtain information from the respondents. The population of the study was limited to final year students of Business Administration and Entrepreneurship Studies Department in Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam. The total population was 195. Business administration was 128 while entrepreneurship was 67. The study used convenience sampling technique in selecting the sample size for the study based on convenience and easy accessibility to the respondents. Research hypotheses were tested using Multiple Regression Analysis (MRA) which was carried out with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). Findings from the study revealed that Skill acquisition has a significant effect on unemployment rate, Entrepreneurship empowerment affects unemployment reduction, Infrastructural development has significant effect on unemployment reduction in Anambra State. The study recommended that entrepreneurial studies be encouraged in tertiary institutions where students are exposed to various entrepreneurial skills development leading to job creation and financial independence after their graduation. In doing this, more jobs will be created and people engaged meaningfully for the good of their family and the society at large. Soft loan should also be made available by the government to encourage the activities of small scale business in Nigeria
ONLINE EXAM ANXIETY IN BLENDED LEARNING PROCESS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS IN PALESTINE (HITTEEN PRIMARY SCHOOL AS A SAMPLE)
Authors: JARADAT Jafar Muhammad Aref , JARADAT Fawqia Muhammad Aref
Published: August 2021

This study aims at identifying the level of anxiety from online examination in the blended learning for middle stage studants in Palestine " Hitten primary school as a study case" . This sample consists of 272 students from this school chosen simply and randomly based on ascale of online examination anxiety prepared by Mr.Atiyya Abu Al-sheikh . Some significant results came out from this study: First, there is a big level of anxiety when sitting for online exams during the process of blended learning. Second, there is statistical significance when considering the class variable . Thirdly, it is noticed that there is also statistical significance when considering the device used. Some necessary recommendations are given and the most important one is to adopt a councelling supporting blended program to reduce the level of stress and anxiety.
Problems of Women Self Help Group Members in Kota District of Rajasthan
Authors: Khan Arish , Singh Vikas , Kumar Sanjay
Published: August 2021

Rural women play vital function in carrying out the transformational, financial, conservational and social changes required for sustainable growth. Restriction on get right of entry to credit score, poor health care management and literacy rate are the problems they face. Women empowerment is the important thing now no longer simplest to the welfare of character individuals of the own circle of relatives and rural communities, however additionally to common economic increase of the nation. Half of the arena’s populace is represented with the aid of using ladies and till they're given the same possibilities society cannot gain increase. Government, society and non – governmental organizations (NGOs) round the arena come ahead and take crucial steps to empower ladies and supply them the same rights in monetary and non-monetary improvement. Therefore, that is the perfect time to shift from welfare mode to empowerment mode in governmental regulations designed for the development of ladies. To empower women’s continuous efforts taken with the aid of using Indian authorities and National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) via microfinance raised the popular of residing of negative ladies and their family members above poverty line to a few extents. Therefore, the tasks have to recognition on the above stated problems confronted with the aid of using ladies. In this way, this paper is analyzed with self assist group's rural women empowerment and satisfaction via micro credit in Kota District.
The Role of Rural Women in Dairy Activities in Bhadrak District of Odisha
Authors: Sahoo Sweta , Bose Deepak Kumar , Jahanara Jahanara
Published: August 2021

The present study was conducted in Bhadrak District of Odisha to find out the role of rural women in dairy activities. A total of 120 respondents were selected randomly for the present study. The data were collected through a pre-structured interview schedule and later appropriate statistical analysis was done to find out the meaningful result. The results showed that the farm women were engaged in almost all dairy activities. However, they were actively participating in milking, feeding of grains, making dairy products etc. but they were having less participation in activities like ,protecting cattle against parasites, insemination of cattle, veterinary care etc. The association between some selected independent variables with participation of women in dairy activities was also found. Education, mass media exposure and extension contact were found to be significantly related to participation of rural women in dairy activities.
Influence of the Application of Organic Selenium in Duck Concentrate Mixtures on the Sensory Properties of Duck Meat
Authors: Zenunović Amir , Keran Husejin , Hasić Amir , Babić Toni
Published: August 2021

There are data in the literature on the influence of higher amounts of organic selenium on production results, and the obtained results indicate that high levels of organic selenium added to feed (even up to 15 mg / kg) of chickens did not have a negative effect on production results. Also, in the literature related to chicken nutrition there is data on the use of different forms (inorganic, organic) and different amounts of selenium on carcass meat, pH value of meat, ability to bind water, chemical parameters of meat quality, oxidative stability of meat, and and on the sensory properties of broiler meat. Of particular importance are the studies of the possibility of using increased amounts of organic selenium in poultry nutrition in order to enrich meat with selenium. This is of particular importance for the nutritional value of meat, and in connection with this, human health. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of adding different amounts of organic selenium (ALKOSEL® R397) in concentrate mixtures on the sensory properties of meat streams.