bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Metaksas’ın Ölümü ve Türk Kamuoyu
Authors: Yıldırım Hatice
Published: October 2024

II. Dünya Savaşı’nda İtalya’nın verdiği ültimatoma hiç düşünmeden ret yanıtı veren General Metaksas tahminlerin aksine Yunanistan topraklarını başarılı bir şekilde savunmuştur. Metaksas, 1936 yılında Kral II. Georges’un tam desteğini alarak Yunanistan’da iktidara gelmiş ve diktatör bir rejim kurarak komünizme karşı savaş açmıştır. Ülkesinde ulusal bölünme neticesinde meydana gelen partiler arası çatışmayı da kontrol altına alan Metaksas İtalyan saldırısı sürecinde Yunanistan’da milli birliğin oluşmasını sağlamıştır. Metaksas 1930 yılında Türk-Yunan ilişkilerinde başlatılan dostluk sürecinin iki ülkenin çıkarlarına da hizmet ettiği görüşünü savunarak daha da geliştirilmesi konusunda önemli adımlar atmıştır. 1937 yılında Türkiye’yi ziyaret etmiş ve beyanatlarında Türklere karşı duyduğu sevgiyi biraz da mübalağalı bir şekilde ifade etmiştir. Metaksas’ın bu yaklaşımı Türkiye’den de karşılık bulmuş ve Çanakkale Savaşı esnasında Türklere karşı savaşa girilmesine ve Anadolu’nun Yunan ordusu tarafından işgaline karşı çıkan bu komutanın samimiyetine itimat edilmiştir. Ayrıca İtalya’nın ültimatomu karşısında tereddüt etmeden savaşma kararı alan Metaksas, Türk kamuoyunun saygısını da kazanmıştır. Ancak Yunanistan’ın Arnavutluk dağlarında İtalya’ya karşı mücadelesi devam ederken 1941 yılının Ocak ayında Metaksas vefat etmiştir. II. Dünya Savaşı devam ederken komşusu Yunanistan’da bu önemli ismin kaybedilmiş olması Türkiye’de de büyük bir yankı uyandırmıştır. Bu çalışmada, dönemin ulusal ve yerel basınında yer alan haberler incelenmek suretiyle Metaksas’ın ölümünün Türk kamuoyundaki etkileri ele alınmıştır.
Vidin Kalesi’nin Tamirinde Tuna Donanmasının Rolü (1719-1723)
Authors: Gökpınar Bekir
Published: October 2024

Osmanlı İmparatorluğu, Pasarofça Antlaşması ile birlikte yeni oluşan sınır hatlarında stratejik görülen kaleleri ciddi bir şekilde bakım ve onarımdan geçirmişti. Bunlardan biri Tuna Nehri kıyısında yer alan Vidin Kalesi’dir. Orta Macaristan topraklarının kaybedilmesi ile Habsburg tehdidine karşı Osmanlılar, Vidin Kalesi’ni yeniden yaparak tahkim etmişlerdi. Vidin Kalesi’nin yeniden yapılması için 1719 yılında başlayan çalışmalar ancak 1723 yılında bitirilebilmişti. Kalenin yapımında insan gücü, mühimmat, donanma, araba, taş ve toprak nakli gibi hususlar çok büyük organizasyon gerektirmişti. Özellikle kale tamirinde kereste, taş ve toprak taşımada Tuna donanmasının rolü büyük olmuştur. Bu minvalde Tuna kaptanının emrinde başta üstü açıklar ve şaykalar olmak üzere birçok gemi çeşidi istihdam edilmişti. Vidin Kalesi için Tuna donanmasında mevcut gemilerin kafi gelmediği durumlarda bir taraftan eskiler tamir edilirken diğer taraftan yeni gemiler de yapılmıştı. Bir başka husus Vidin Kalesi’ndeki işin hacmi dolayısıyla gemilerde istihdam edilen kürekçi ve dümecilerin sayısı arttırılmıştı. Bu çalışmada Vidin Kalesi’nin 1719-1723 yılları arasındaki inşaat ve tamirat çalışmaları sırasında Tuna donanmasının katkısı arşiv belgeleri temelinde ele alınacaktır. Bununla Tuna donanmasının sadece savaşlarda değil emniyet ve asayişin sağlanması yanında kamu inşaatlarındaki önemi de ortaya çıkarılmış olacaktır.
Köprülü Mehmed Paşa’nın Sadrazamlığında Osmanlı-Venedik Mücadelesi
Authors: Tınas Samet
Published: October 2024

Köprülü Mehmed Paşa, Osmanlı tarihinin en mühim sadrazamlarından biridir. Sadarete geldiği 1656 senesi; devlette merkezî otoritenin zayıfladığı, art arda değişen veziriazamlar sebebiyle siyasi istikrarsızlığın had safhaya çıktığı, devlet adamlarının kendi aralarında hizipleştiği, bütçenin açık verip bir türlü toparlanamadığı ve nihayet Venedik ablukasının payitahtı tehdit ettiği bir dönemdi. Yaşı oldukça ilerlemesine ve pek de ön plana çıkan bir devlet adamı olmamasına rağmen, IV. Mehmed’in güvenini kazanan ve ileri sürdüğü şartları kabul ettirerek sadaret makamına geçmiş olan Köprülü Mehmed Paşa’nın önündeki en büyük problem Venedik ablukasıydı. Bilhassa Venediklilerle 1645’ten itibaren devam eden Girit Savaşı, Köprülü Mehmed Paşa’nın vezaret mührünü eline aldığı tarihte Osmanlıların hayli aleyhinde seyrediyordu. Öyle ki Venediklilerle yapılan mücadelede Bozcaada ve Limni kaybedilmiş, Çanakkale Boğazı abluka altına alınmış, bu sebeple İstanbul’un iaşesi dahi sıkıntıya düşmüş ve kıtlık baş göstermeye başlamıştı. Bu çalışmada, arşiv vesikaları ve dönemin kronikleri çerçevesinde Köprülü Mehmed Paşa’nın Venedik ablukasını bertaraf edişi, Bozcaada ve Limni adalarını tekrar Osmanlı topraklarına katışı incelenecek, Venediklilerle üst üste yapılan muharebeler tadat edilecektir.
Balkan Savaşlarında Şarköy Çıkarması ve Bolayır Muharebesi
Authors: Savran Hakan
Published: October 2024

Balkan Savaşları, kara ve denizde geniş coğrafyaya yayılmış, çok taraflı ve cepheli bir savaştır. Osmanlı Devleti, her ne kadar yüzyıllardır denizlerde başarılı muharebeler yapmış olsa da 19. yüzyıl sonlarında donanmaya gerekli ilgi gösterilmeyip modernizasyonunun yapılmaması sonucu, eski gücünü kaybetmişti. Bundan dolayı Balkan Savaşları başladığı zaman Osmanlı donanması muharebelere hazır olmamakla birlikte, envanterinde bulunan nakliye ve harp gemilerinden bazıları da kullanılamaz durumdaydı. Ancak Edirne’nin, Bulgar muhasarasından kurtarılması için alternatif bir yol olarak Bolayır mevkiinden yapılacak taarruza müştereken donanmanın da Şarköy sahilinden yapacağı çıkarma harekâtıyla destek vermesi planlandı. Her ne kadar neticesi bakımından Bolayır Muharebesi ve Şarköy Çıkarması başarılı olmamış olsa da çıkarma öncesinde tatbikat yapılarak bu harekâta hazırlanılması Osmanlı denizcilik tarihi açısından ayrı bir değere sahip ve örnek olabilecek bir harekâttır. Bu çalışmada, denizden ve karadan müşterek icra edilecek olan muharebeler öncesinde yapılan hazırlıklar, çıkarma esnasında yaşananlar ve çıkartmanın sonlandırılma süreci, tüm detaylarıyla ortaya konulmaya çalışılacaktır.
Yapay Zekâ ve Sinema: Film Yapımında Olanaklar ve Fırsatlar
Authors: Türten Burak
Published: October 2024

apay zekâ, insan zekâsı gerektiren karmaşık görevleri makineler aracılığıyla gerçekleştirmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Yapay zeka araçları birçok farklı alanda yenilikçi olanaklar sunmaktadır. Bu alanlardan biri de film yapım süreçleridir. 2023 yılından itibaren görüntü üretimi ve film yapımına ilişkin yapay zeka araçlarının önemli gelişmeler katettiği görülmektedir. Yapay zeka araçlarında yaşanan hızlı gelişim, bu yeni teknolojiye uyum sorunlarını beraberinde getirmektedir. Bu çalışmada film üretim süreçlerinin yapım (prodüksiyon) ve yapım sonrası (post-prodüksiyon) aşamalarında kullanılabilecek yapay zeka araçlarını ortaya koymak ve sınıflandırmak amaçlanmaktadır. Bu amaçla keşfedici araştırma prensiplerini benimseyen bu çalışmada döküman analizi tekniği kullanılarak yapay zeka araçlarının sınıflandırması yapılmıştır. Bu sınıflandırma yapım aşamasında metin tabanlı araçlar, görsel üretimi araçları ve ses prodüksiyonu araçları başlıkları çerçevesinde, yapım sonrası aşamada ise film düzenleme (kurgu) araçları ve müzik araçları çerçevesinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışma kapsamında film üretim aşamalarında kullanılabilecek 30 yapay zekâ aracı özellikleri ve olanakları çerçevesinde incelenmiştir. Araştırma sonucunda yapay zeka araçlarının hız, maliyet, iş gücü ve yenilikçilik bağlamlarında film yapımcılarına önemli fırsatlar sunduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Beyond the Bullet Proof Vest: Untold Stories of Philippine National Police Special Action Force (PNP SAF) Commandos
Authors: ELGARIO PETER JUN
Published: October 2024

The ever-changing demographics of society, the rise in terrorism and its complexity, as well as agitations, violent protests, a variety of political activities, left-wing terrorism, insurgency, and militancy, as well as the enforcement of economic and social laws, have all contributed to the difficulty of achieving the peaceful society that we all desire. This study explored the lived experiences of Philippine National Police-Special Action Force (PNP-SAF) Commandos in Negros Island, Philippines through a qualitative research method. The participants of this study were the selected ten (10) PNP-SAF commandos. Four (4) participants were subjected to individual in-depth interviews, while the other six (6) participants were subjected to a focus group discussion. The findings of this study are described in emergent themes. Six (6) emergent themes described the positive and negative experiences of the participants in the implementation of counterterrorism programs. For the positive experiences, three (3) emergent themes were developed, namely: Personal Satisfaction and Job Fulfillment, Recognition from the Community, and Influence on Community Peace and Order. For the negative experiences, three (3) emergent themes were also developed, namely: Financial Constraints and Limited Resources, Familial Longings while on Mission, and Infiltration in Hotspot Areas. Meanwhile, two (2) emergent themes were formulated to explain how the participants address the challenges encountered in the implementation of counterterrorism programs, namely Coordination and Collaboration with Other Agencies and Community Engagement and Trust-Building Programs. Finally, two (2) emergent themes were created to express the aspirations of the participants to improve the implementation of counterterrorism programs, namely Continuous Training and Skills Development and  Adequate Financial and Logistical Support. Based on the emergent themes identified, it is recommended that the PNP-SAF commandos be exposed to continuous training and ongoing collaboration between agencies and partners to ensure an efficient response to counterterrorism and counterinsurgency incidents. By allocating an appropriate budget and implementing the requisite enhancement training and programs, the SAF commandos may be able to increase their effectiveness in implementing these initiatives.
Beyond the Ire of Flames: Work Experiences of Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Station Chiefs
Authors: SABALOSA CRIS
Published: October 2024

Fire occurrences have significantly risen in recent years. These fires endanger lives, cause economic damage, and harm the environment. Uncontrolled fires are a major reason for building collapses and injuries. Building fires cause trauma due to the loss of belongings and the building itself. Existing fire safety systems are failing due to unaddressed factors causing building fires (Rathnayake et al., 2020). This study explored the experiences of the station chiefs of the Bureau of Fire Protection in Iloilo Province, Philippines, through a qualitative research method. The participants of this study were the selected ten (10) BFP station chiefs. All participants were subjected to an individual in-depth interview. The findings of this study are described in emergent themes. Six (6) emergent themes described the positive and negative experiences of the informants in the performance of their duties. For the positive experiences, two (2) emergent themes were developed, namely Personal Satisfaction Through Job Fulfillment and Workplace Camaraderie and Support. For the negative experiences, four (4) emergent themes were also developed, namely: Inadequate Resources and Financial Challenges, Complexity of Leadership and Personnel Management, Bombarded with Public Dissatisfaction, and Operational Delays and Equipment Failures. Meanwhile, three (3) emergent themes were formulated to explain how the participants address the challenges encountered in the performance of their duties, namely: Empowering Collaboration and Support Networks, Bolstering Preventive Measures and Education, and Embodying Resilience and Adaptability. Finally, three (3) emergent themes were created to express the aspirations of participants to improve the quality of their services, namely Continuous Training and Professional Development, Adequate Fiscal Allocation and Service Facilities, and Improvement of Personnel and Staffing Issues. Based on the emergent themes identified, it is recommended that the fire station chiefs be enhanced by providing them with specialized training and career development programs. This can be accomplished by the successful integration of the latest firefighting technologies in the specialized training to enhance the response effectiveness of their station.
The Inuit Searching for “Place” in The Ice Whale
Authors: Xinhe Wang
Published: October 2024

Place theory is an emerging theory in the field of ecological criticism, emphasizing the psychological attachment, emotional connection, and self-identification of people to specific natural areas. The Inuit in Jean Craighead George’s The Ice Whale are deeply connected to the Arctic Ocean, and the Inuit region becomes a “place” about where the “self” is. Technological violence that some humans have inflicted on nature and the excessive pursuit of the economy has destroyed the marine ecology and plunged the Inuit into a state of “non-place.” The author reconstructs the ”place” by imagination, aiming to arouse children’s love for the ecological environment through the beautiful conception and call for the construction of a community of shared future for mankind.
Spectral Subtraction Based Weighted Function for Pitch Extraction in Noisy Speech
Authors: Miss. Nargis Parvin  , Jafrin Akter Jeba  , Mousumi Hasan  , Umma Sadia Tabassum EVA  , Md. Saifur Rahman
Published: October 2024

Many speech-related works employ the pitch period as a crucial component. Speech signals are typically collected in challenging noisy settings for real-world projects. Therefore, it is now more important than ever for the algorithm to be noise resistant in order to estimate pitch accurately. However, when dealing with noisy speech files at a low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) value, many state-of-the-art algorithms are unable to produce satisfactory results. In this work, a new noise-resistant pitch estimation algorithm based on spectral subtraction is presented, which uses a weighted function to lessen the impact of the vocal tract effect. Furthermore, to enhance the correlation between the pitch estimates and smoothen the pitch contours, we employ a weighted function that combines the spectral subtraction-based technique as the numerator and the circular average magnitude difference function (CAMDF) as the denominator. We have utilized two noisy speech databases using seven different kinds of recorded ambient noise, and we evaluated our system against three cutting-edge methods. The suggested method lowers the Gross Pitch Error (GPE) rate at practically all SNRs in white noise and performs best on the NTT and KEELE databases.
UC CCS CAMPUSCORE: A Secure Digital Repository as Knowledge Management System
Authors: Basabe Neil , Ferolino Heubert , Durano Dennis , Patiño Joaquin , Moncada Alexis Shaireen , Lao Joehanis , Lawan Alixander , Dolloso Paul Albert , Obaob Maria Teodora
Published: October 2024

The UC-CCS CampusCore is a secure and centralized digital repository designed to address the challenges faced by students and faculty members in managing their course and research deliverables at the University of Cebu - Main Campus. This study aims to validate the problems faced by students and faculty members and assess the feasibility of the proposed solution. The research methodology involves problem and solution validation through surveys and interviews. The results indicate a high level of favorability for the proposed system among both students and faculty members, emphasizing the need for a secure and accessible platform. The findings will inform the development of the UC-CCS CampusCore system, ensuring its alignment with user needs and requirements.
Implementation of PWA in Scholarship Application Using Microservices Architecture for Enhancing User Engagement
Authors: Andriati Asri Sri , Caturbawa I Gusti Ngurah Bagus , Prihatini Putu Manik , Rasmini Ni Wayan , Adi Nugroho Made Riyan , Rudiastari Elina , Setiawan Widyadi
Published: October 2024

The shortage of traditional web development makes researchers turn to web development using Progressive Web App (PWA) in developing a web, which has been increasingly done. PWA has the ability to function even with a low internet connection, maintain interactive user and access speeds, and provide real-time notifications. In modern web development, where the demand for data, features, and users can increase rapidly, an architecture is required to handle this problem. Microservices architecture can answer this. This research will develop a scholarship application using PWA and microservices architecture. The scholarship application was developed using Veu.js for the front end of the client application, MySQL for the application database, and the SLIM framework for microservices implementation. Furthermore, we utilized RAbbitMQ to develop a message broker and Docker for microservices contaner. The scholarship application developed using PWA technology and microservices in this research has been tested by conducting a User Acceptance Test. The results are the implementation of PWA in the scholarship application using microservice architecture has worked well, and the application performance has been able to overcome problems in terms of scalability, speed, and reliability.
Comparison of Production Indexes and GDP Levels of Russia and Turkey over the Years
Authors: Murat BİLGİN
Published: October 2024

This research aimed to compare the production indexes and GDP levels of Russia and Turkey over the years. The study uses manufacturing and GDP statistics for Turkey and Russia from the World Bank's Country Reports for the years 2002–2023. The data was analyzed using relational and descriptive scanning techniques. The mean MVA value of Türkiye was 128.033.708.560,22±45.970.873.474,95 with 60.042.508.306,24-210.698.007.198,77 range. For Russia, the MVA mean was 164.593.974.821,70±25.737.507.037,58 with 114.335.877.575,54-210.748.733.491,24 range. The mean MVA was significantly higher in Russia (p<0.05). GDP differences between Türkiye and Russia were statistically insignificant (p>0.05). Manufacturing value added in Türkiye had a higher range and lower mean compared to Russia. Pearson correlation analysis results between MVA and GDP showed that in Türkiye, MVA was significantly and positively correlated with GDP (r=0.599; p<0.01). Similarly, MVA was positively correlated with GDP in Russia (r=0.729; p<0.01). Although Turkey and Russia significantly convert their value added production into economic value as GDP, Russia is more successful than Turkey in terms of correlation coefficient. In other words, Russia's value added production is more convertible to the economy than Turkey's.
Comparative Analysis of Employment and Foreign Trade Data of Russia and Turkey by Year
Authors: Murat BİLGİN
Published: October 2024

This research aimed to compare the relationships between unemployment rates and foreign trade data of Türkiye and Russia. In the research, unemployment and foreign trade data from the Country Reports provided by the World Bank for Turkey and Russia were used for the years 2002-2023. Descriptive scanning and relational scanning analyses of the data were performed. The unemployment rate in Turkey had a 10.91±1.30 mean with a 9.21-14.03 range. In Russia, the unemployment rate mean was 5.99±1.41 with a 3.08-8.30 range. The export rate in Russia was significantly higher than Türkiye (p<0.05). Unemployment and import mean values were significantly higher in Türkiye (p<0.05). The correlation between unemployment and foreign trade was insignificant in Türkiye (p>0.05). The correlation between unemployment with export (r=0.554; p<0.01) and import (r=0.609; p<0.01) was significant for Russia. Although foreign trade is not directly associated with employment due to its relationship with finance and other sectors, foreign trade positively affects unemployment in Russia. In Turkey, unemployment is not significantly related to foreign trade.
The Effectiveness of Using Kahoot in Reinforcing Grammar and Writing for Ibn Tofail University EFL Students
Authors: Ouafae Benzizoune  , Mounir Chibi
Published: October 2024

This study explores the positive and negative aspects of using Kahoot to reinforce grammatical rules and writing skills among EFL students at Ibn Tofail University in Morocco. The findings reveal that Kahoot effectively enhances feedback validity, time management, and student motivation. Key motivational factors include engagement, the game-like nature of Kahoot, the evaluation system, anonymity, and competitiveness. However, the study also identifies several drawbacks, such as the potential loss of classroom objectives, accessibility issues, the creation of a tense environment, and limited opportunities for creativity. The research used a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from student questionnaires and qualitative data from researcher observations. Results indicate that while Kahoot is a valuable tool for engaging students and improving learning outcomes, its implementation should be carefully managed to reduce potential disadvantages. Further research is recommended to expand the sample size, include diverse student populations, and explore the long-term effects of Kahoot in various educational contexts.
Enhancing EFL Learning Through Multimodal Integration: The Role of Visual and Auditory Features in Moroccan Textbooks
Authors: ED-DALI RACHID
Published: October 2024

This study examines the impact of multimodal integration, particularly the combination of visual and auditory elements, on EFL learning through Moroccan textbooks, specifically English Spotlight 1 and English Horizons. It investigates how these educational materials rely on visuals, diagrams, and audio tools to foster comprehension, retention, and engagement among secondary school students in Morocco. Employing a mixed-methods approach that includes both qualitative and quantitative analyses, the study evaluates the effectiveness of these features from the viewpoints of students and teachers. The results indicate that visual components significantly and positively affect vocabulary acquisition and grammatical comprehension, while auditory elements enhance listening skills and pronunciation. The research emphasizes the necessity for more advanced multimodal content in Moroccan EFL education and identifies technological barriers that impede full integration. It recommends an increased emphasis on multimodal resources in textbook development and the improvement of technological infrastructure in educational institutions.
UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF BIOENERGY: A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION FOR ENERGY SECURITY, WASTE MANAGEMENT, AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Authors: Muhammad Bashir Kabir  , Isah A. , Yabo Amina Mahmud , Garba Rukayya Abubakar , Umar B. A.
Published: October 2024

The study was carried out to generate biogas from fresh cowdung. Proximate analysis on the cow-dung sample revealed moisture content to be 60.53%, Ash content 11.01%, total solids 39.47%, volatile matter 10.78%, protein content 12%, nitrogen content 1.6%, carbohydrate 5.68% and fixed carbon 17.68%. The pH and Temperature were measured daily at 2:00pm, the temperature ranged from 30OC-38OC and the pH range was 6.7 - 7.2. The gas produced was measured daily by calculating the volume with the height increased daily up to 36 days. The results showed a typical biogas production curve, consisting of lag, acceleration, maturation, and decline phases. The optimal retention time for biogas production is identified as 20-30 days, during which biogas yields are highest. The findings indicate that microorganisms require an initial adaptation period (Days 1-3) before biogas production commences, followed by a significant increase in production (Days 11-20) and a stable production rate (Days 21-30). A decline in production is observed after 30 days. This study highlights the importance of retention time in biogas production and demonstrates the need for monitoring production kinetics to optimize retention time for specific substrates and microbial communities. The results have implications for the design and operation of biogas production systems.
AN EXPLORATION OF ANTIMULTIGROUP EXTENSIONS
Authors: Peter Chinedu , Balogun Funmilola , Adeyemi Omotosho Adewumi
Published: October 2024

This research paper pioneers an innovative extensions of antimultigroup theory by seemingly integrating the concept of cuts and comultiset, thereby revolutionizing the field. Notably, we demonstrate that the root sets of antimultigroup sums and differences are subgroups, uncovering a profound connection. Furthermore, we establish that if  is a complete sub-antimultigroup of  such that all the counts in  are factors of their corresponding counts in .  Finally, we prove that the cuts of antimultigroup unions and intersections also form subgroups, further enriching our understanding of these complex structures.
The ANTIOXIDANT AND PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF METHANOL EXTRACT OF PHYLLANTHUS AMARUS
Authors: Onyeukwu Onyeka Benjamin , Njideaka Ogochukwu Tracy , Dibie Dumebi Chibuzor
Published: October 2024

Phyllanthus amarus is a widely recognized plant that has been traditionally utilized to cure a variety of ailments. The current study explored the phytochemical and antioxidant characteristics of P. amarus methanol extract. Standard procedures were used to analyze: 1, 1-diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazyl (DPPH) percentage (%) inhibition, lipid peroxidation % inhibition, total phenolic content (TPC) and total flavonoid content (TFC). A higher quantity of the plant extract resulted in a greater inhibition of DPPH and lipid peroxidation percentage. The highest DPPH % inhibition (74.4%) and lipid peroxidation % inhibition (83.44%) were at 0.05 mg/ml while the lowest DPPH % inhibition (25.23%) and lipid peroxidation % inhibition (39.11%) was at 0.03 mg/ml (p < 0.05). The most prevalent compound was flavonoid, with a TFC of 460.22 µg/ml while the TPC was 7.428 µg/ml. Owing to its antioxidant and phytochemical qualities, P. amarus methanol extract may potentially find application in medicine.
WATER INHABITING BIRDS OF MAIGANGA POST COAL MINING PONDS AND ARTIFICIAL WETLAND
Authors: Nsor Charles Ayuk , Nya John
Published: October 2024

Wetlands play a significant role in bird conservation and generally support biological diversity. Historically, bird community assessment has been employed in monitoring and identifying areas for conservation actions. In this study, we examined two post mining ponds and one artificial wetland in Maiganga Coal Mine, Gombe State for wetland avifauna. We focused on water birds (i.e. bird species that depend wholly or partially on water and wetland ecosystems for their survival). Survey was conducted during the onset of dry season in October 2021 to September 2022. Point count technique was used for the survey. A total of 626 individuals of 23 species from 19 genera, 10 families and 6 bird Order were recorded. The White-faced whistling duck was the most abundant bird species and was restricted to the active-mine pond (AMP). AMP was the most diverse of the three water bodies surveyed. However, some species were exclusive to either of the three sites. Similarly, AMP was the most abundant site with 426 individuals from 16 bird species, followed closely by the sedimentation pond with 147 individuals drawn from 15 bird species. The results suggest that water depth, age of establishment and surrounding vegetation structure could be a major determinant of bird species composition and abundance in the study area. The study highlights the importance of restorative actions aimed at recovering modified landscapes, through tree planting and creation of wetlands. This is evident in the presence of waterbirds in Maiganga, a location that was previously devoid of perennial water bodies and...
The Third International Online Conference “The libraries and ecological education: Theory and practice”
Authors:   Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology, Bychkova Elena F.
Published: October 2024

The author examines the significance of library conferences on ecology for ecological education and promotion of sustainable development principles. She substantiates the efficiency of the library online conferences, analyzes the previous events, and announces the next, Third International Online Conference “The libraries and ecological education: Theory and practice” under the aegis of the World Professional Forum “The Book. Culture. Education. Innovations”.
The patent-related tools for children’s patriotic education
Authors:   Federal Institute of Industrial Property, Tokareva Anastasia A.
Published: October 2024

The author discusses the potential of the intellectual property sphere for educating patriotism in the younger generation, which is one of the national strategic goals. The patent information comprises, among other things, the data related to science and technology development and prominent domestic scholars from all the regions. This knowledge brings forth the sense of ownership of the homeland. Other intellectual property objects are also able to support building of cultural identity with national traditions and folk crafts.
The basic elements of digital environment to support competence-based approach and dual mode of staff training
Authors:   All-Russian Dukhov Automatics Research Institute, Zhmailo Milana V.
Published: October 2024

The author investigates into some aspects of building of the digital information and practical environment. This environment supports the dual mode of training the engineers who are to master general professional knowledge and skills as well as highly specialized, practice-oriented competences strategic for innovative enterprises in the industry of nuclear instrumentation. Such information environment is introduced within the framework of the university – high-tech organization partnership, i.e. between MEPhI National Research University and Rosatom's All-Russian Dukhov Automatics Research Institute.
Expanding the scope of classification search in the library information systems
Authors:   Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology, Zaitseva Ekaterina M.
Published: October 2024

The author investigates into the organization and expansion of scope of classification search in the library e-catalogs (EC). She discusses classification information retrieval languages as used in the ecatalogs of 16 largest Russian libraries with the collections over 4 million copies each. The common features in their classification search organization are specified. The recommendations on developing of classification search and e-catalogs are given. The author also focuses on expanding subject search scope through using HAC comparative thematic rubricator. The use of matching systems for different classifications is seen as a promising vector for subject search in the library information systems, especially against progressing processes of resource accumulation and integration. The paper is prepared under the Government Order to RNPLS&T for 2024 No. 720000F.99.1.BN60AA03000, theme No. 1021062311369-1-1.2.1;5.8.2;5.8.3 (FNEG-2022-0003).
Creative librarians-humanists as warrantors of humanistic mission of Russian libraries in the information society (based on materials by Professor A. V. Sokolov)
Authors:   Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology, Zverevich Victor V.
Published: October 2024

The nature of the library activity as humanistic activity and the library sphere in general as humanistic sphere is substantiated. Professor A. V. Sokolov is seen as an absolute leader in the library humanism studies of the recent time, therefore his scientific heritage is analyzed to illustrate the provisions and conclusions of the paper. The definitions of library humanism and humanistic mission of libraries as suggested by Professor A. V. Sokolov are applied in the analysis. Within the context of libraries' humanistic mission, the librarians have to be creative, in particular, in planning and realizing cultural events. With these activities, the librarians enculturate the community and continuously increase its cultural level. Within this vector, the librarians often use the forms and methods typical to other cultural institutions, such as museums, theaters, etc. The librarians-humanists will play the key role in the libraries of the future. They will have to be aware of the humanistic mission of the library work that can be realized only as the subjectto-subject dialog between the human individuals (readers and librarians) rather than robots.
Association Between Rapid Urease Test For H. Pylori Incidence And Non-Ulcer Dyspepsia In Bangladeshi Patients
Authors: Datta Ponkaj , Das Partha Pratim , Datta Anindita , Hossain Mohammad Murad , Rahman Motlabur
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Dyspepsia is a fairly common group of symptoms including epigastric pain, epigastric burning, postprandial fullness, early satiation, bloating in the upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting and belching. Interestingly the majority of them are found to have no ulcer, and they are termed as non-ulcer dyspepsia (NUD). However. Different studies worldwide have found there is an association between H. Pylori infection and NUD.
Objective: To evaluate the infection rates of H. pylori in patients, presenting with dyspepsia without any evidence of ulcer on endoscopy.
Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from June, 2022 to December, 2022. The study included 100 patients (46 males and 54 females) with NUD and recruited by convenient sampling method.
Result: In the study, the prevalence of H. pylori infection in patients with NUD is 53% on the basis of (Rapid urease test) RUT.  Gender-based prevalence was found to be 53.7% and 52.17% for women and men, respectively. The highest prevalence rate was found in the age group of 25-34 years. The prevalence of H. pylori infection was slightly higher for urban people.
Conclusion: H.Pylori infection  can be easily identified by RUT. The study has found significant correlation of H. pylori infection with NUD by using RUT.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 4-8
Outcome of Endometriosis Treatment In Infertile Patients In A Tertiary Level Hospital
Authors: Rahman Florida , Sultana Nilufar , Rahman Fatema , Paul Ratna , Salma Umma , Yeasmin Farida , Jesmin Nafisa
Published: October 2024

Introduction:  Prevalence of endometriosis is 6-10% in reproductive-age females. Around 25-35% of infertile women may be affected by endometriosis.  Modalities of treatment for infertile patients depends on the stage of the disease. It starts from ovulation inducing drug to advanced ART. The objective of this study was to assess the outcome of surgical treatment in infertile, endometriosis patients.
Materials and Methods: It was an observational study, which was conducted at Reproductive Endocrinology and infertility Unit, Dhaka Medical College. Total 144 patients were included during July 2018 to July 2021, aged 20-40 yrs. All the demographic variables, clinical and sonographic findings, and hormonal assessment were done. Then, staging was done by clinical pelvic assessment, and ultrasonographic findings. Patients who had ovarian endometrioma, more than 4 cm, were selected for laparoscopic surgery. In patients whose endometrioma was less than 4 cm, or had no ovarian endometrioma, were selected for ovulation induction with or without prior GnRH agonist therapy. Further infertility management were planned according to ovarian reserve, tubal patency, and male factor.
Result: Mean age of the patients were 28.30±4.95 yrs.  75.0% patients had primary infertility. Dysmenorrhea was the most common symptom (86.96%), followed by chronic pelvic pain (81.16%). Bilaterality of endometrioma was associated with decreased serum AMH.
Laparoscopic surgery was the mainstay of treatment, Cystectomy was done in 58% patients. Conservative treatment was done in remaining patients. Fertility enhancing treatment was done by ovulation inducing drug -letrozole, GnRH agonist, followed by controlled ovarian stimulation and followed by IUI. IVF was advised for fertility management in 26patients (18.06%).
Conclusion:  Endometriosis is not only associated with decreased ovarian reserve but also responsible for diminished response to ovarian stimulation. So, it is a great challenge to obtain successful fertility treatment for this group of patients.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 9-15
Experience of Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis In Remote Area of Southeast Bangladesh
Authors: Hasan Rafiqul , Anwar ASM Tanim , Kabir Muhammad Anwarul , Hakim Mohammad Azizul , Alam Muntasir Ul
Published: October 2024

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major public health problem that continues to increase in prevalence globally. The prevalence of chronic kidney disease is increasing day by day in low to middle income countries (LMICs). People living in LMICs have the highest need for renal replacement therapy (RRT) despite they have lowest access to various modalities of treatment. As continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) does not require advanced technologies, very much infrastructure, dialysis staff support, it should be an ideal form of RRT in LMICs, particularly for those living in remote areas. To authors knowledge there was scarcity of data regarding CAPD performance in remote area of Bangladesh. This study was aimed to report the characteristics and outcomes of CAPD in ESRD patients lived in least developed area of Bangladesh.
Methods: This prospective study was conducted in Cox’sbazar Medical College Hospital, Cox’sbazar and Parkview hospital Ltd, Chattogram, Bangladesh. Data were collected by questionnaire from the patients of any age with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who underwent CAPD in 2018–2021. The baseline characteristics, PD-related complication as well as patient and technique survivals were analyzed.
Results: Out of 31 patients who underwent CAPD, 18 (58%) were male on the age range of 15–79 years. The mean follow-up duration was 18 months. Mortality was inversely related with the EF of echocardiography. The peritonitis rate was 0.48 episodes per patient per year. The 1, 3 and 4-year patient survival rates were 64.34% (95% CI = 52.5–81.5), 23.79% (95% CI = 17.9 – 57.4) and 3.22% (95% CI = 31.2–77.5) respectively.
Conclusions: In this study, CAPD performance was poorer than usual reference. Cardiac compromised patient and inappropriate dwell might be the main contributing factors behind this scenario. The peritonitis rate was nearly similar to that of developed countries. CAPD was cost effective than HD in remote area. Some accessible measures may be taken to make CAPD a more acceptable RRT modality with improved outcomes in poor socioeconomic backgrounds area.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 24-31
Efficacy of Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma For Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Authors: Sakib Md Nazmus , Haque A K M Lutful , Adneen Zannatu , Das Prosunto Kumar , Dewan Nayeem , Alam A B M Khurshid , Hossain Sonia
Published: October 2024

Background: Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a common complication of long standing uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. There  are different types of treatment commonly practiced among the clinicians to treat DFU. Among them, autologous platelet rich plasma (PRP) application is getting popularity day by day throughout the western world.
Methodology: It was a prospective, randomized, controlled study that was carried out among 40 DFU patients in the Department of Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital. Among them, 20 patients were treated by autologous PRP and another 20 patients were treated by conventional method. They were followed up for 12 weeks period. Data collected from  the participants were analyzed to compare the healing rate among two groups.
Result: In PRP treated ulcers, healing rate was significantly faster and better in comparison to conventionally treated ulcers. After 10th weeks follow up, in PRP group 14 ulcers were completely healed whereas in control group,4 ulcers were completely healed. On the contrary, 3 ulcers in control group showed further deterioration. At the end of 12th weeks follow  up, 19 ulcers in PRP group were completely healed whereas 13 ulcers in control group were completely healed. In PRP group no patient showed any complication during treatment, whereas in control group 7 patients experienced local complications.
Conclusion: Treatment of diabetic foot ulcer with autologous platelet rich plasma results in faster and better ulcer healing in comparison to conventional treatment. PRP accelerates the healing rate and keep the ulcer area safe from external pathogens. Hence, autologous PRP is a better selection for DFU treatment.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 38-42
Association of Tobacco With Neck Node Metastasis In Supra-Glottic Carcinoma of Larynx
Authors: Rahman Md Asadur , Rumi SK Nurul Fattah , Talukder Debesh Chandra , Sayeed AHM Noor E As , Rahman Ch Md Mushfiqur
Published: October 2024

Background: Carcinoma larynx is one of the most common cancers in the head neck region. Mortality and morbidity in this disease is still high in spite of modern treatment modalities. Smoking and Alcohol is recognized as common predisposing factor for carcinoma larynx. Neck node metastasis increases the mortality twice than the primary alone. Most of the Laryngeal carcinoma patient with neck node metastasis are smoker in our country. Stopping the consumption of tobacco may reduce both mortality and morbidity of carcinoma larynx. Metastasis is more common in supra-glottic carcinoma of larynx. This study is carried to observe the association of tobacco with lymph node metastasis in supra-glottic carcinoma of larynx.
Materials and Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted in Otolaryngology and head Neck surgery department of Dhaka Medical College and Mitford Hospital of Dhaka, Bangladesh from June 2013 to June2015 .212 cases of supra-glottic carcinoma age ranging from 35 year to 90 years (mean age 63.6 ±11.65) was included in this study.
Results: Sixty two percent patients were diagnosed with cervical lymph node metastasis. 83.28% patients with nodal metastasis were above 60 years of age and 75.67% patients were manual worker.100% node positive patients were smoker. Smoking for longer period (>30yrs) and higher in number (>30 sticks/day) were found in advanced stage. Significant association was found between site, size, macroscopic features, cellular differentiation and demographic factors of patient with neck node metastasis in supra-glottic carcinoma larynx.
Conclusion: As neck node metastasis significantly reduces prognosis so we must be more attentive towards factors that increase the chance of nodal metastasis to avoid the advancement of the disease.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 51-56
Clinical Profile And Aetiology of Acute Kidney Injury Developing In Patients Hospitalized Due To Non-Renal Cause With Pre-Existing Normal Renal Function
Authors: Akter Sanzida , Kamal Mohammad Mostafa
Published: October 2024

Background: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication in patients hospitalized for non-kidney disease and having normal renal function. Early detection of development of deteriorating renal function and assessment of its cause can help to manage the cases effectively and can prevent further kidney damage or progression to end stage renal failure.
Methods: This observational study was done on 50 patients selected from the departments of Medicine and Nephrology of Dhaka Medical College (DMCH) and BSMMU, from June 2012 to November 2012. Patients were included in the study who developed clinical features and biochemical findings of acute kidney injury, while being admitted with various non-renal diseases and had previous normal renal function. 
Results: In this study the cause of deterioration of renal function was Sepsis in 44.0% of the patients, 42.0% had fluid loss, 6.0% had used nephrotoxic drugs, 4.0% had hepatitis, 2.0% patients each had pancreatitis and insect bite respectively. 40% of the patients were above 40 years of age, 54% were male. Vomiting was present in 42% of the patients and diarrhoea in 20% of the patients. 26% patients had DM and 22% had hypertension.
Conclusion: Sepsis and hypovolemia were the common causes of developing acute kidney injury in the hospital. In-hospital mortality was 18.0% and 22.0% patients developed CKD after three months follow-up.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 85-91
Treatment of Systemic Sclerosis Complicated By Cardiac Arrhythmia: A Case Report
Authors: Amin Md Zahid , Sarker Arpita , Sanyal Mousumi , Shumy Farzana
Published: October 2024

Cardiac manifestations are occasionally observed in Systemic Sclerosis patients. Primary cardiac involvement may occur as a direct consequence of the disease. Arrhythmias are also thought to be a direct result from conduction system fibrosis. Early diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmia can be rewarding for this patient as if intreated may lead to a fatal outcome. Beta blockers used to treat arrythmia may worsen Raynaud’s symptom in systemic sclerosis. So there has been a controversy regarding the treatment of arrhythmia in Systemic Sclerosis. Here we are reporting a case of Systemic Sclerosis who presented with palpitation and digital gangrene. Her resting ECG showed multiple premature ventricular complexes whereas echocardiogram did not show any significant abnormality. Then She was treated with non-selective beta blocker without any progression of her Raynaud’s. For her digital gangrene, along with other conventional treatment (like nifedipine & tadalafil) she was treated with endothelin receptor antagonist (bosentan) and showed good response.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 92-95
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Presenting With Skin Rash And Forehead Swelling In A 31-Year-Old Male
Authors: Ali Mohammad Moshfeq , Datta Ponkaj , Rahman Md Motlabur , Mitra Anik , Khan Md Abu Daud , Juhee Fahmida An Nur , Habiba Umme , Hossain Md Ali
Published: October 2024

Leukemia cutis is the infiltration of neoplastic leukocytes or their precursors into the epidermis, the dermis, or the subcutis of patients with leukemia, resulting in clinically identifiable cutaneous lesions. It is especially rare as the presenting symptom of leukemia and is associated with a poor prognosis. We present a case of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, whose initial complaints were skin lesions and forehead swelling, which we believe to be features of leukemia cutis.
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 96-98
Surge of snake bite in Bangladesh
Authors: Shamsad Iffat Ara
Published: October 2024

Abstract not available
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 1-2
Letter to Editor Vol. 32(1)
Authors: Chowdhury (Shamim) Md Shafiqul Alam
Published: October 2024

Abstract not available
J Dhaka Med Coll. 2023; 32(1) : 3
Full Endoscopic Decompression for Single Level Lumbar Stenosis: A Clinical Evaluation
Authors: Mohammad Nuruzzaman Khan  , Shuvro Saha  , Sabrina Shafiq  , Avijit Dey  , A M M Mukarrabin
Published: October 2024

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of full endoscopic decompression for single level lumbar spinal canal stenosis.
Methods:This observational study was conducted on a total of 370 patients selected by purposive sampling from January 2022 and December 2023, presenting with symptoms more than 3 months and non-responding to conservative treatment.  The procedure was performed by placing the patient on a radiolucent Wilson frame with single-shot epidural analgesia. Outcome was measured in terms of pain reduction using Visual analog scale (VAS) before and after surgery, at 3rd, 6th month, and functional outcome was assessed using the Modified MacNab criteria at 6th month,
Results: The mean age of the patients was 56.1 years, with 63% male. The most common stenosis level was L4-L5 (36.5%). The mean operation duration was 53 minutes, and the postoperative complications were minimal. Significant improvement in pain levels was observed, with back pain reduced from a preoperative mean of 3.2 to 1.1 at six months, and leg pain from 7.2 to 1.0 (p < 0.001). According to the Modified MacNab criteria, 91.1% of patients reported excellent outcomes at six months, and 8.4% reported good outcomes.
Conclusion: Full endoscopic decompression is a highly effective and safe method for treating lumbar spinal stenosis, providing substantial pain relief and excellent functional outcomes with minimal complications.
J Shaheed Suhrawardy Med Coll 2023; 15(1): 3-7