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Chiffrement et déchiffrement d’images à l’aide de l’algorithme AES
Authors: Mbuyamba Elisée Ilunga , Kalonji Simon Tshibengabu
Published: March 2023

Dans cet article nous allons parler du chiffrement et déchiffrement d’images en utilisant l’algorithme AES. Ce type de cryptage est appelé symétrique car il utilise une même clé pour chiffrer et déchiffrer l’information. L’algorithme AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) est le plus utilisé dans le chiffrement symétrique à cause de sa robustesse due à la clé de 256 bits qui est difficile à casser. Nous avons choisi de manière aléatoire des images dans l’ensemble des données ILSVRC2012 pour illustrer le fonctionnement du cryptage symétrique avec l’algorithme AES. Ces images ont été premièrement chiffrées et ensuite déchiffrées à l’aide d’une même clé. Les résultats obtenus nous ont démontré que l’image cryptée permettait de garantir la confidentialité de l’information. Nous avons également fait recours à des métriques d’évaluation de qualité d’images pour vérifier que la qualité de l’image décryptée restait égale à celle de l’originale.
Mineral Composition of Local Salt Licks (Toka) in Adamawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Adamu S. M , Kubkomawa H. I.
Published: March 2023

The objective of the study was to determine some mineral composition of local salt licks (Toka) produced from crop residues in Adamawa State, Nigeria. Five (5) local salt blocks made from Maize cobs, Beni-seed straws, Sorghum stover, Cowpea husk and Maize stover were analyzed. The mineral contents were analyzed using Triple Acid Digestion Methods (TADM). The results showed that, local salt licks produced from crop residues majorly contained seven (7) macro-minerals namely: sodium (Na), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), chlorine (Cl), magnesium (Mg), phosphorus (P) and sulfur (S) and ten (10) micro minerals or trace elements namely: iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), iodine (I), molybdenum (Mo), cobalt (Co), selenium (Se), fluorine (Fl) and chromium (Cr). The results further showed that, the local salt licks produced from crop residues had little or no heavy metals. All livestock require some percentage of mineral elements for cellular respiration, nervous system development, protein synthesis, metabolism and reproductive purposes. Macro and micro elements are important components of livestock ration which aid in the prevention of mineral deficiencies. Therefore, the local salt licks produced from crop residues could be used as mineral supplements to improve palatability and acceptability in animal feeds thereby, increasing sustainable livestock performance and productivity in the region. This could also conveniently substitute the un-sustainable imported, highly expensive mineral licks used for livestock production in the state and Nigeria as a whole.
Machine learning for the analysis of healthy lifestyle data: a scoping review protocol
Authors:   Department of Basic Psychology and Sport Research Institute, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Estrella Tony , Alfonso Carla , Capdevila Lluis , Losilla Josep-Maria
Published: March 2023

Review question / Objective: The objective of this scoping review is to identify and characterize machine learning algorithms used in data analysis of healthy lifestyle. The specific objectives are the study of a) terminology, b) healthy lifestyle variables analysed either input or output, c) programs and libraries used to analyse data, and d) sources, types, and quality of data analysed. Eligibility criteria: In this scoping review the inclusion criteria from studies that provide empirical information are as follows: a) studies must use machine learning models either supervised or unsupervised learning to analyses lifestyle data (input or output), b) studies must use real data from individuals for analysis, and c) the language of the studies must be English or Spanish. Furthermore, theorical studies focusing on a) the mathematical approach to explain algorithm construction, and b) guidelines for implementing the use of machine learning in the field of health will be excluded. Additionally, studies with simulated data and those aiming to develop a robot or app based on machine learning will be excluded. Regarding lifestyle, studies whose main topic is substance use, such as alcohol intake, or those related to smoking cessation will be manually excluded.
Parents’ executive functioning in parenting outcomes: A meta-analytic review
Authors:   CICPSI, Faculdade de Psicologia da Universidade de Lisboa, Camilo Cláudia , Salmazo Andréia , da Vaz Garrido Margari , Calheiros Maria Manuela
Published: March 2023

Review question / Objective: Guided by the PRISMA guidelines, this study aims to systematically review and meta-analyze the literature exploring the association between parents’ basic and higher-order executive functions in adulthood (working memory, inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, planning, reasoning, problem-solving) and positive and negative parenting outcomes (parenting practices, behaviors, styles). Eligibility criteria: his meta-analysis will include: 1) Studies that analyze the association of mothers’/ fathers’ basic and higher-order executive functions in adulthood and parenting outcomes (e.g., parental styles, behaviors, quality of interaction, abusive or violent practices); 2) Quantitative empirical studies (correlational, longitudinal, and group comparison designs); 3) Peer-reviewed articles or dissertations, published in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. The exclusion criteria are: 1) Studies analyzing children’s executive functions; 2) Studies analyzing children’s developmental outcomes; 3) Studies not focusing on parenting outcomes; 4) Qualitative studies, and non-empirical studies such as theoretical reviews, systematic reviews, or meta-analyses.
Transoral robotic surgery in the management of submandibular gland sialoliths: a systematic review
Authors:   Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, 02-091 Warsaw, Poland, Rogalska Marta , Antkowiak Lukasz , Kasperczuk Anna , Scierski Wojciech , Misiolek Maciej
Published: March 2023

Review question / Objective: The purpose of the present study was to systematically review the literature to determine the efficacy and safety of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) in the management of SMG sialolithiasis. Patient, Participant, or population: Patients with submandibular gland sialolithiasis who underwent robot-assisted sialolithotomy. Information sources: The PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases. Additionally, the reference lists in all preselected articles were screened for further relevant papers.
Discussion on Analysis of Effects of Short-Form Video Advertising on the Purchase Intention of Gen Z in Vietnam - And Future Research Directions
Authors: Tuan Dr. Pham Van , Chan Le Anh , Ngoc Huy Dinh Tran , Quang Anh Nguyen , Giang Pham Chau , Trang Nguyen Quynh , Uyen Nguyen Phuong
Published: March 2023

The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of informativeness, entertainment, credibility, social interaction, incentives, and irritation of short-form video advertising on social media on the purchase intention of Gen Z in Vietnam through user attitude and advertising value. The methodology is conducting a survey by collecting responses from 1257 respondents who are Gen Z and familiar with social media, which was later analysed using SmartPLS. The main findings are advertising value and user attitude significantly affect customers’ purchase intention; advertising value is directly affected by informativeness, entertainment, and credibility; user attitude is directly affected by social interaction, incentives, and irritation. Finally, the research team proposes some solutions for businesses to increase the purchase intention of Gen Z in Vietnam through short-form video advertising on social media.
Cohesive and Thermal Properties of Sodium Cyanide-Halide Mixed Crystals
Authors: Singh Bahadur Preeti
Published: March 2023

In order to analyse the cohesive and thermal properties of sodium cyanide-halide mixed crystals an Extended Three Body Force Shell Model (ETSM) has been applied by incorporating the effect of translational-rotational (TR) coupling. We have conducted theoretical research on cohesive and thermal properties, such as cohesive energy (, molecular force constant (f), compressibility (), Restrahlen frequency (, Debye temperature (D), Gruneisen parameter (), Moelwyn Hughes constants (F1) and the ratio of volume thermal expansion coefficient (v) to volume specific heat (Cv), as a function of temperature within the temperature range 50K T 300K at concentration x=0, 0.27, 0.58 and 1. The current model computations and the findings of the available experiments are in good agreement. The ETSM is a sufficiently realistic model and may be applied to a variety of other mixed crystals in this family.
Analysis of Physicochemical and Microbiological Parameters of Wine Produced from Banana and Pineapple
Authors: Alabere A  , T.C Adebayo-Olajide
Published: March 2023

Wine is a fermented drink made by the controlled culture of yeasts on fruit juices. This study was undertaken to produce acceptable wines from blends of banana and pineapple by the fermentative action of Meyerozyma guilliermondii strain 1621 and Pichia guilliermondii strain PAX-PAT 18S. The fermentation process lasted for a period of 28 days and, the aging process was for 2 months. The fermentation process comprised two set ups- one was fermented by Meyerozyma guilliermondii strain 1621 and the other was fermented by Pichia guilliermondii strain PAX-PAT 18S. The process was monitored and controlled by carrying out physicochemical analysis (pH, temperature, specific gravity, total titratable acidity, and alcohol content) and yeast count using standard methods. There was a decrease in the pH for both wines and an increase in the total titratable acidity. The temperature was between 17 and 27 0C for both wines. The specific gravity of the wines decreased during the fermentation leading to an increase in alcohol production. There was an increase in yeast count from 6.7×107 sfu/ml to 1.8×108 sfu/ml between days 1 and 17 and a decrease from 1.8×108 sfu/ml to 0 sfu/ml between days 17 to 85 for Meyerozyma guilliermondii; also an increase from 5.1×107 sfu/ml to 1.7×108 sfu/ml from day 1 to 17, and a decrease from 1.7×108 sfu/ml to 0 sfu/ml between day 17 to 85 for Pichia guilliermondii. Statistically, there was no significant difference between the yeast counts, temperature, pH, total titratable acidity, and specific gravity but there was signa ificant difference between the alcohol production for both wines. This study shows that wines can be successfully produced using Meyerozyma guilliermondii strain 1621 and Pichia guilliermondii strain PAX-PAT 18S.
Preliminary Evaluation on Vegetative of Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) in Sandy Tin-tailing Soil
Authors: Khairol, I  , Fadzlirahimi I.  , Nordin, M. A  , Akmal M. S Muhammad , Hadijah. A Nor
Published: March 2023

The study was initiated to evaluate the early performance of rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) vegetative planted on marginal sandy tin-tailing soil. The experiment was carried out for one year in a plot of 4-year-old rambutan cultivar at MARDI Kundang, Rawang, Selangor, Malaysia. Varieties of Mutiara Merah and Mutiara Wangi were used. Data from the plants as a measurement of vegetative growth was recorded. Mutiara Merah proved that it can be well-grown and cultivated on sandy tin-tailing soil. The plant height of Mutiara Merah indicated the highest significant reading. The parameter of canopy width showed the same variety contributed to the highest record. Nevertheless, Mutiara Merah contributed to the highest significant reading on stem diameter and perimeter respectively. Chlorophyll content in leaves of the plant of the same variety recorded the highest SPAD reading. Further field evaluations are needed to determine the relationship of fertilizer level with the different varieties in inducing the growth and yield of rambutan planted in marginal soil.
Machine Learning Based House Price Prediction Using Modified Extreme Boosting
Authors: N. Ragapriya  , Kumar T. Ananth , R. Parthiban  , P. Divya  , S. Jayalakshm  , Raman D. Raghu
Published: March 2023

In recent years, machine learning has become increasingly important in everyday voice commands and predictions. Instead, it provides a safer auto system and better customer assistance. As a result of all that has been demonstrated, ML is a technology that is becoming more and more popular in a range of industries. To gauge changes in house values, the House Price Index is frequently employed (HPI). Due to the substantial correlation that exists between property prices and other variables, such as location, region, and population, the HPI on its own is not sufficient to accurately forecast a person's house price. Some studies have successfully predicted house prices using conventional machine learning techniques, but they seldom evaluate the efficacy of different models and ignore the more complicated but less well-known models. We proposed Modified Extreme Gradient Boosting as our model in this study due to its adaptive and probabilistic model selection process. Feature engineering, hyperparameter training and optimization, model interpretation, and model selection and evaluation are all steps in the process. Home price indices, which are frequently used to support real estate policy initiatives and estimate housing costs. In this project, models for forecasting changes in home prices are developed using machine learning methods.
Incorporation of Se (IV) Complexes based on Amino Acids in Biomatrixes in Hydrogel State: Effect of the Amino Acid on the Structure and Properties of Biomatrixes for Biomedical Applications
Authors: Guerrero-Padrón Mariana , Claudio-Rizo Jesús A. , Cabrera-Munguía Denis A. , Caldera-Villalobos Martín , LeonCampos Maria I , Mendoza-Villafaña Juan J. , Flores-Guía Tirso E. , Cano-Salazar Lucía F.
Published: March 2023

Selenium is a non-metal that shows biological interest since it is responsible for modulating various proteins at the micronutrient level in living beings. In this work, new complexes based on the Se (IV) ion with amino acids such as phenylalanine (Se-F), histidine (Se-H) and tryptophan (Se-T) were hydrothermally synthesized and characterized. These were incorporated into biomatrixes based on semi-interpenetrated polymeric networks (Semi-IPN) of collagen-polyurethane-guar gum (CPGG) by the microemulsion process using a mass ratio of 1 wt.% with respect to collagen. The structural and crystalline characteristics that the selenium-amino acid complexes show a performance in modulating the properties of the biomatrixes under study. The results indicate that the incorporation of the complex decreases the crosslinking of the hydrogel, generating granular surfaces with porosity dependent on the type of amino acid. The CPGG Se-T biomatrix shows a swelling capacity of 10200 ± 1100 higher than the CPGG base matrix; while the CPGG Se-F and CPGG Se-T biomatrixes present slow degradation at both physiological and acidic pH. Interestingly, the matrix that includes the Se-F complex significantly stimulates the metabolic activity of L929 fibroblasts for up to 48 h, stimulating their proliferation. The fibroblasts encapsulated on these novel biomatrixes show recurrent release capacity for up to 7 days, where the structure of the CPGG Se-H biomatrix exhibits greater release from the encapsulated cells. These results demonstrate that these innovative biomatrixes could be used in biomedical applications such as dermal tissue regeneration and cell release for a specific biological fate.
Sustainability of Pod Yields of Groundnut through Crop Seasonal Rainfall, Length of Growing Period and Cultivated Area under Arid Alfisols of Anantapur in South India
Authors: Reddy B.Sahadeva , Kumar K.Ashok , Sudheer K.V.S , Pola Anuhya , P.Radhika  , Kumar Reddy Y.Pavan , Sankar G.R.Maruthi
Published: March 2023

A study was conducted with the objective of assessing the effect of crop seasonal rainfall and length of growing period on the sustainability of pod yields of groundnut attained in 31 mandals under arid Alfisols of Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh. We have considered the variability of mandals with regard to (i) crop seasonal rainfall (mm) and (ii) pod yield of groundnut (kg/ha) during 2001 to 2020; (iii) extent of crop area (ha) during 2009 to 2020; and (iv) length of growing period (days). Based on the mean and standard deviation (SD) of each parameter, the mandals were classified into 5 groups viz., (i) G1: Less than (Mean–2SD); (ii) G2: (Mean–2SD) to (Mean–SD); (iii) G3: (Mean–SD) to (Mean+SD); (iv) G4: (Mean+SD) to (Mean+2SD); and (v) G5: More than (Mean+2SD). Out of 31 mandals, 22 mandals for area and crop seasonal rainfall, 20 mandals for LGP and 18 mandals for yield have fallen in G3. Estimates of correlation were derived between groundnut area, crop seasonal rainfall and yield for each mandal over years and tested for significance to assess the superiority of mandals. Significant correlation of yield and crop seasonal rainfall was observed which ranged from 0.433 at Kalyandurg to 0.765 at Putlur. Similarly, significant correlation between yield and area of groundnut was observed in Kalyandurg (-0.764), Brahmasamudram (-0.674) and Rapthadu (-0.584) mandals. The predictability of yield and prediction error were derived based on a regression model of yield calibrated through the crop seasonal rainfall, LGP and crop area in different mandals. The model gave significant predictability (R2 ) value of 0.46 with prediction error of 90.9 kg/ha and indicated negative effect of area, positive effect of crop seasonal rainfall and LGP on yield. The sustainability yield index ranged from 26.6% (Kambadur) to 87.5% (Peddavadagur) with mean of 53.9% (CV of 30.1%) over years. Ranks were assigned to the mean and variation of area, crop seasonal rainfall, yield, LGP and SYI of each mandal and rank sums were derived. Guntakal, Gooty and Vidapanakal were superior with rank sums of 30, 38 and 70 respectively. Guntakal was superior with an area of 16570 ha (CV of 17.3%), crop seasonal rainfall of 436.1 mm (CV of 33.4%), LGP of 140 days, yield of 644 kg/ha (CV of 70.9%) and SYI of 76.5%, while Gooty was superior with area of 14146 ha (CV of 14.6%), crop seasonal rainfall of 429.6 mm (CV of 42.4%), LGP of 140 days, yield of 663 kg/ha (CV of 69.1%) and SYI of 79.1%. Similarly, Vidapanakal was superior with area of 5077 ha (CV of 31.1%), crop seasonal rainfall of 403.2 mm (CV of 47.4%), LGP of 140 days, yield of 654 kg/ha (CV of 49.5%) and SYI of 77.9%. Due to maximum LGP and crop seasonal rainfall, we recommend that the farmers of these mandals could enhance the area of groundnut and attain maximum sustainable yields under arid Alfisols.
Ovide réillustré Migrations et avatars du cycle gravé par Antonio Tempesta dans deux Métamorphoses françaises du XVII e siècle
Authors: Bohnert Céline
Published: March 2023

Si l’influence en France des Métamorphoses figurées par Antonio Tempestà (1606) a déjà été soulignée, elle n’a jamais été étudiée. Cet article fait le point sur cette série gravée et présente les stratégies élaborées par deux éditeurs parisiens, la veuve L’Angelier (1619) et Antoine de Sommaville (1660), pour intégrer les modèles de l’aquafortiste florentin à leurs éditions de la traduction française. Il met ainsi en valeur la singularité de ces deux éditions.
Illustrations et réillustrations des comédies de Corneille (XVII e -XVIII e siècle) : de la mise en figures du texte à l’autonomisation de l’image
Authors: Poulet Françoise
Published: March 2023

Bien qu’elles aient moins retenu l’attention des illustrateurs que ses tragédies, les comédies de Corneille ont été mises en figures par de célèbres dessinateurs, tels Chauveau et Gravelot. Libérés des conventions iconographiques de la peinture d’histoire, les illustrateurs s’appuient sur leur expérience de spectateurs, mais aussi de lecteurs de romans. Du xvii e  au xix e  siècle, les illustrations, qui proposent plusieurs niveaux de lecture, témoignent de l’autonomisation de l’image par rapport aux pièces.
De la pieuse horreur à la fascination morbide : les réillustrations du Traité des instruments de martyre de Gallonio
Authors: Dion Nicholas
Published: March 2023

Cet article se penche sur les illustrations du Traité des instruments de martyre d’Antonio Gallonio et montre, dans un premier temps, que les éditions italienne (1591) et latine (1594) n’ont jamais été reprises fidèlement : les contrefaçons et rééditions du xvii e  siècle modifient les séries de gravures et, par conséquent, le rapport entre le texte et l’image. Il analyse ensuite la redécouverte du Traité au xx e  siècle par l’éditeur Charles Carrington et les changements que ce dernier a introduits, ainsi que les récentes éditions francophones et anglophones du Traité qui s’en inspirent.
Illustrations, commerce et média : les gravures de feux d’artifice dans le Mercure galant
Authors: Schuwey Christophe
Published: March 2023

À travers l’étude du Mercure galant , cet article inscrit la réillustration au croisement d’enjeux économiques, politiques et médiatiques. Entre 1678 et 1710, le périodique relate des feux d’artifice en plus de soixantaine volumes et vingt gravures. Il s’agit de reprises – copies hâtives ou tirages supplémentaires – issues de relations et livrets de fête divers récemment parus. Le réemploi propage ainsi l’événement dans le temps et l’espace, tout en fournissant le Mercure en contenus d’actualité.
Réillustrer pour rendre illustre Sur quelques portraits gravés du dauphin Louis (1602-1604)
Authors: Teyssandier Bernard
Published: March 2023

L’adossement de certains burins représentant le futur Louis XIII durant sa prime jeunesse au paradigme pictural est manifeste. Pour autant, ces estampes de Léonard Gaultier, de Jacques Granthomme ou de Charles de Mallery ne se contentent pas de reproduire des peintures ou des dessins, elles réorientent ces modèles en leur conférant une dimension politique. Leur ambition n’est pas tant de renouveler la mémoire du petit prince, héritier du royaume de France, que de l’illustrer, autrement dit de le rendre illustre.
Les Big Tech , de nouveaux États parallèles ?
Authors: Mhalla Asma
Published: March 2023

L’économie de la donnée bouscule nos représentations institutionnelles ainsi que l’ensemble de nos paradigmes politiques, géopolitiques, économiques. La montée en puissance des Big Tech bouleverse les règles du jeu jusque-là établies, et de nouvelles clés de répartition de pouvoir hybridées, s’articulant autour d’un même continuum fonctionnel entre public et privé, se sont installées. Mais est-ce à dire que les Big Tech seraient désormais des États parallèles ? En réalité, rien n’est moins sûr : la puissance n’est pas le pouvoir.
Données personnelles : l’invention européenne d’un monde nouveau
Authors: Bonichot Jean-Claude
Published: March 2023

L’Union européenne est sans doute une exception dans le monde d’aujourd’hui : elle affirme hautement le principe du respect de la vie privée et de la protection des données personnelles tout en essayant de construire un grand marché du numérique. Elle s’est dotée d’instruments sans équivalent ailleurs dont la Cour de justice de l’Union européenne tire toutes leurs conséquences, dans la recherche d’un équilibre délicat entre les droits fondamentaux des personnes, d’une part, et la liberté d’expression, d’information et d’entreprise, d’autre part.
On a mixed nonlinear boundary value problem with the right Caputo fractional derivative and multipoint closed boundary conditions
Authors: Ahmad Bashir , Alnahdi Manal , Ntouyas Sotiris K. , Alsaedi Ahmed
Published: March 2023

This paper is concerned with the study of a new class of boundary value problems involving a right Caputo fractional derivative and mixed Riemann-Liouville fractional integral operators, and a nonlocal multipoint version of the closed boundary conditions. The proposed problem contains the usual and mixed Riemann-Liouville integrals type nonlinearities. We obtain the existence and uniqueness results with the aid of the fixed point theorems. Examples are presented for illustrating the abstract results. Our results are not only new in the given configuration but also specialize to some interesting situations.
Complications of total laparoscopic hysterectomy: A retrospective study of cases performed by a single surgeon
Authors: Choudhary Amruta , Palaskar Pandit A. , Bhivsane Vinod
Published: March 2023

Background:

Hysterectomy is the most common gynaecological surgery and there are different techniques of performing hysterectomy. With the advent of laparoscopic technology, laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH) is rapidly gaining its ground. However, every surgery has its complications which are specific but also depends on various factors such as surgical skills and experience of surgeons, levels of operative laparoscopy and patient populations.

Aims and Objective:

In this study, we evaluated the complications of total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) and analysed the trend of complications, intraoperative and post-operative, over a period of time.

Methods:

It was a retrospective study conducted in the private care setting. All women who underwent hysterectomy for benign conditions from a 1 January 2003 to 31 December 2017, (15 years) were included in this study. A total of 3272 patients were operated during this period. All surgeries were performed by a single surgeon.

Results:

Intraoperative complications that occurred during surgery during the study period were 3 cases (0.09%) had bladder injury, 3 cases (0.09%) had bowel injury, 1 case (0.03%) had internal iliac vessel bleeding and 1 case(0.03%) needed conversion to vaginal hysterectomy due to cautery failure and post operative complications were 90 cases (2.75%) had vault bleeding, 2 cases (0.06%) had intestinal obstruction, 5 cases (0.15%) had paralytic ileus, 1 case (0.03%) had vesicovaginal fistula, 1 case(0.03%) had ureterovaginal fistula and 1 case (0.03%) had peritonitis.

Conclusions:

TLH is a very effective, patient-friendly and safe technique in the hands of experienced surgeons giving good quality of life to patients postoperatively.
Use real-time near-infrared fluorescence during Heller’s cardiomyotomy for achalasia cardia
Authors: Gadiyaram Srikanth , Thota Ravikiran , Nachiappan Murugappan
Published: March 2023

Laparoscopic Heller’s cardiomyotomy is the surgical procedure of choice in the management of oesophageal achalasia. It is critical to confirm the completeness of the myotomy and mucosal integrity at the conclusion of the procedure. This is conventionally achieved by intraoperative endoscopy and dynamic air leak test. Other modalities that can be used to confirm the myotomy and the integrity of the mucosa at the myotomy site are oesophageal manometry and a methylene blue dye study, respectively. Indocyanine green (ICG) has been in clinical use for more than six decades. The real-time integration of ICG fluorescence with laparoscopy is a relatively new breakthrough. Here, we present a novel method of using real-time near-infrared ICG fluorescence for confirming the completeness of the myotomy and mucosal integrity at the myotomy site post laparoscopic Heller’s myotomy. This is the first report on the use of ICG in laparoscopic Heller’s cardiomyotomy that we are aware of.
A ‘twist’ in the tale of a ‘simple’ laparoscopic cholecystectomy: Duplication of the gall bladder
Authors: Har Bappaditya , Upadhyay Yogesh , Bhojwani Rajesh
Published: March 2023

The duplication of the gall bladder (GB) is unusual biliary anatomy that can be encountered during cholecystectomy and can create intraoperative confusion if missed on pre-operative imaging. Here, we describe a case of duplication of GB in a young female, which was detected during laparoscopic cholecystectomy as an operative surprise. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was done successfully with the removal of both the GBs. She was discharged uneventfully and remained symptom-free at a 6-month follow-up.
REMARK scoring of biomarkers predicting lymph node metastasis in oral squamous cell carcinoma – A systematic review
Authors: Jain Riya , Gosavi Suchitra , Sethia Deepak , Jain Priya
Published: March 2023

Background:

A universal and systematic protocol is essential for accurate reporting of biomarker studies. For unity in reporting biomarker studies, many guidelines were introduced, Recommendations for Tumor Marker Prognostic Studies (REMARK) being one of them.

Aim:

The purpose of this review is to evaluate the quality of published articles of biomarkers that predict metastasis in lymph nodes in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) by the use of the reporting recommendations for tumor marker prognostic (REMARK) guidelines.

Methods:

Comprehensive search was done in MEDLINE via PubMed and Cochrane from January 2015 to December 2019 to identify manuscripts evaluating biomarkers predicting lymph node metastasis in OSCC. The significance of the univariate and multivariate analysis was assessed for each manuscript, and P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results:

Thirty-six results were included for the qualitative synthesis. The mean REMARK score was 11.13 (range: 5.01–17.15). Biomarkers with the highest REMARK score were phospholipase C, cyclin D, CD44+/CD133+, and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9). While biomarkers such as LGALS1, NCOA7, and TMOD1 were associated with high risk of bias, hence its use as a biomarker predicting lymph node metastasis is questionable.

Conclusions:

In our review of 36 manuscripts, manuscripts examining biomarkers evaluating lymph node metastasis in OSCC need an improvement in their reporting. Biomarkers such as phospholipase C, cyclin D, CD44+/CD133+, and MMP-9 can be used as a predictor of lymph node metastasis in OSCC.
Parental knowledge, attitude, and perception toward dental treatment during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Krishna Shree Chandana Krishna , Nagar Priya , Pooja H. R. , Mascarenhas Andrea Natalia
Published: March 2023

Background:

Dental caries in pediatric dentistry is considered very alarming to parents considering its impact on the permanent dentition. Knowledge regarding caries in primary teeth and its impact on permanent dentition is limited.

Aim:

The aim was to evaluate the knowledge and perception of parents toward pediatric dental treatment during covid era and to check if there is a change in practices pertaining to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Materials and Methodology:

One hundred and twenty copies of the questionnaire were distributed through a Google Form to parents in the general Indian population. The questionnaire consisted of 16 questions. The first segment of the survey was about the knowledge of parents regarding caries and their consequences. The second segment was about the influence of COVID on the dental treatment of children. The third segment was about the influence of COVID on the preventive dental care of children. The results obtained were tabulated and analyzed using SPSS software.

Results:

Results suggest that 80%–95% of parents have good knowledge about tooth decay in the pediatric population and feel COVID is a barrier to visiting the dentist and feel the availability of the COVID vaccine to children would increase confidence to break this barrier.

Conclusions:

COVID pandemic has been a barricade for neglecting dental treatment. If adequate information about the etiology and consequences of tooth decay along with the availability of the COVID vaccine, no barrier can be seen between the dentist and the child's dental treatment.
CONSIDERATIONS ABOUT THE IMPACT OF PERMACRISIS ON PEOPLE LIVING IN ROMANIA
Authors: CIOBANU-HAȘOVSCHI NICOLETA
Published: March 2023

The current global context, characterized by the Covid 19 pandemic, wars in various parts of the world, theclosest of which is in the proximity of our country (neighbouring Ukraine), the growing energy crisis andthe imminence of a global economic one, significantly impacts the way each person manages daily activityin terms of emotions and behaviour, resorting to their own coping mechanisms. The present analysisexpresses some considerations regarding the management of the current psycho-traumatic events byRomanian people, and some possible explanations, based on day to day observations and currentreflections in the media.
SKELETAL CLASS III UPPER BILATERAL CANINE ECTOPIA AND NANIC LATERAL INCISORS – A CAMOUFLAGE APPROACH
Authors: MOROŞAN HARICLEA
Published: March 2023

Skeletal class III patients, especially adults, are best treated by orthognathic surgery and orthodontic treatment; when adding anunfavorable factor such as upper nanic incisors, the treatment difficulty increases. In this particular case, the patient and both his parentsrejected the orthognathic surgery, their main concern being the crowding of the teeth and not the physical appearance of the facialprofile. Based on the skeletal measurements, the orthodontic treatment goals were: align both arches, retrude lower arch, stabilizationof occlusion. MBT classic brackets were bonded aiming for closure of spaces in the lower arch and retrusion of lower incisors. Afterthe active treatment, 16 months, essix retainers were given to wear 12/24. The patient was instructed to be aware of any change in hisocclusion and call the clinic for any small tooth movement immediately.
SPIRULINA (ARTHROSPIRA) PLATENSIS - A REVIEW OF POSSIBLE HYPOTRIGLYCERIDEMIC EFFECTS
Authors: ANTON CIPRIAN , IVAN DELIA , LOGHIN CRINA , FLUTUR NICOLETA , GRIGORE MARIUS-NICUSOR
Published: March 2023

Spirulina (Arthrospira) sp. is a blue-green algae that is often used as a dietary supplement in powder or tablet form because of its beneficial nutrients, lack of toxicity and therapeutic effects. This study investigates its effects on subjects supplemented with Spirulina, focusing on its effects on triglyceride values. A literature review was conducted on the effects of Spirulina on different organisms, with a focus on triglycerides. Most research with Spirulina sp. has shown that it has a hypotriglyceridemic effect on patients given Spirulina, but also on some animals, with numerous studies also done on rats. Following analysis, it has been found that Spirulina supplementation has a favorable effect on triglycerides, lowering their value considerably, leading to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. The microalga Spirulina sp. has been the subject of research due to evidence of its therapeutic potential in several areas, including its ability to prevent and reduce damage caused by dyslipidemia and its antioxidant activity. The present study suggests that Spirulina supplementation may produce beneficial effects on triglycerides.
THE MEDICINAL RELEVANCE OF USING “OFFICINALE“ AND “OFFICINALIS“ AS PLANT SPECIES NAMES IN ROMANIAN FLORA
Authors: ANTON CIPRIAN , IVAN IOANA-DANIELA , IFTIME ANDREEA-CLAUDIA , CHIRILĂ MARIA-MAGDALENA , GRIGORE MARIUS-NICUȘOR
Published: March 2023

The present study discusses the relevance of terms “officinale“ and “officinalis“ as plant species names inRomanian flora. Among the species identified in Romanian flora that bear these names and suggestmedicinal properties, literature data confirm them for several species, while medicinal value of other herbalsremains unclear.
AN ETHNOBOTANICAL STUDY REGARDING PLANT NAMES IN ROMANIAN FOLK POETRY
Authors: GRIGORE Marius-Nicușor , COJOCARIU Ana
Published: March 2023

Romanian folklore may be regarded as a consistent source of data about the role and importance of plants in day by day life of Romanian people. The folk poetry is an apparent "database" of uncensored elements formed through the cultural evolution and emerging from the collective unconscious. Within these elements, plants represent a constant and strong part, occurring as a pivotal component of the vision about life. In this study, plant names extracted from a collection of Romanian folk poetry were analyzed fromseveral points of view; their relevance in respect with frequency, botanical diversity and their multiple implications in everyday life are also discussed. Several subtle aspects derived from the use of plants are also given. The study reveals that plant names can contribute to further elucidation of issues related to Romanian ethnogenesis, psychology and history.
Can the Nucleation Phase be Generated on a Sub-fault Linked to the Main Fault of an Earthquake?
Authors: Wang Jeen-Hwa
Published: March 2023

We study the effects of seismic coupling, friction, viscous, and inertia on earthquake nucleation based on a two-body spring-slider model in the presence of thermal- pressurized slip-dependent friction and viscosity. The stiffness ratio of the system to represent seismic coupling is the ratio of coil spring K between two sliders and the leaf spring L between a slider and the background plate and denoted by s=K/L. The s is not a significant factor in generating the nucleation phase. The masses of the two sliders are m1 and m2, respectively. The frictional and viscous effects are specified by the static friction force, fo, the characteristic displacement, Uc, and viscosity coefficient, h, respectively. Numerical simulations show that friction and viscosity can both lengthen the natural period of the system and viscosity increases the duration time of motion of the slider. Higher viscosity causes lower particle velocities than lower viscosity. The ratios g=h2/h1, f=fo2/fo1, y=Uc2/Ucl, and m=m2/m1 are four important factors in influencing the generation of a nucleation phase. When s>0.17, g>1, 1.15>f>1, y<1, and m<30, simulation results exhibit the generation of nucleation phase on slider 1 and the formation of P wave on slider 2. The results are consistent with the observations and suggest the possibility of generation of nucleation phase on a sub-fault. Results exhibit independence of P wave at slider 2 on the shape and duration time of nucleation phase at slider 1.
Determination of buried active faults and earthquake potential for Izmir and its surroundings (western Turkey) using aeromagnetic anomalies and seismological data
Authors: Erbek-Kiran Ezgi , Ates Abdullah , Dolmaz Mustafa Nuri
Published: March 2023

The paper aims to delineate buried faults in Izmir city and its surroundings, western Turkey using aeromagnetic and seismological data. In this context, the geophysical data processing techniques including reduced‑to‑pole transform (RTP), power spectrum analysis, high-pass filter and second vertical derivative method (SVD) have been applied to the total field aeromagnetic data of the study area. First, to remove the undesirable effects caused by the dipolar nature of the Earth field, RTP transform has been applied to those data. Second, the average depths of the regional and residual sources in the region have been calculated as 16.84 km and 3.75 km, respectively using power spectrum analysis. After, to emphasize the effects of the residual anomalies, the high-pass filter has been applied to the RTP data. Finally, the second vertical derivative method (SVD) has applied to the filtered data for delineating the uncovering buried faults and their lineaments in the eastern part of the Aegean extension. The results from those methods show five major fault zones that could cause devastating earthquakes in the area. Especially, the study reveals for the first time that one of these faults which lies from Doganbey to the city center of Izmir in the literature actually reaches out to Manisa city in the NE direction. As a result, these lineaments can be evaluated as traces of buried faults could be an important clue in predicting earthquake potential. A comparison of seismicity map and the heat flow map shows that the region (between Cesme and Seferihisar) represented with a low b‑value has a high potential earthquake. The spatial distribution of the earthquakes, b‑values and heat flow values in the depths may be related to the existence thin lithospheric mantle. Furthermore, the region represented by strong aeromagnetic anomalies may be considered to be magmatic material arising from the magma filling inside the strike-slip faults. The fault structure observed on the SVD map are also important for the geothermal energy potential of the region as well.
Fiscal Decentralization and the Efficiency of Public Service Delivery - A Case Study of Homabay County
Authors: Okello Otieno Dr. Jared
Published: March 2023

This study aims to examine how fiscal decentralization affects the effectiveness of public service delivery in Homabay County. It uses a stochastic frontier method to estimate time-varying efficiency coefficients and investigates the effects of fiscal decentralization on those efficiency coefficients. The results show that, in some cases, fiscal decentralization can increase the effectiveness of public service delivery. Initially, the decentralization process needs appropriate political and institutional conditions or goodwill. Second, it would seem that good outcomes call for a high enough degree of expenditure decentralization. Third, there must be sufficient decentralization of both revenue and expenditure. Lastly, fiscal decentralization could make public service delivery less effective if these conditions are not met. The paper recommends the need for developing countries to adopt fiscal decentralization because it helps subnational governments raise revenues through enhancing tax administration and collection by the government as well as taxpayer compliance. It also supports legislation and policy changes that give subnational governments more fiscal authority.
Mixed Methods in Accounting Research: The Rationale and Research Designs
Authors: Okello Otieno Dr. Jared , Obura Collins Ochieng , Owino Erick Onyango
Published: March 2023

Mixed methods research is a wide field of study, and this paper laid the stage for integrating the enormous array of literature on mixed methods research. It examined what mixed methods research is, and the related strengths it has for accounting research. The article is written in the style of a literature review. It identifies and investigates essential definitions, possibilities, and risks in mixed methods studies by conducting extensive review on mixed methods research in a variety of social science fields. This allows the researcher to examine differences in how mixed methods research is conceptualized across different studies, and also assess the perceived benefits and limitations of specific mixed methods design choices. To this end, the researcher identifies a wide range of possibilities and challenges in conducting of mixed-methods research and demonstrates them with references to both published works as well as additional contributions to this special issue. Except for the use of mixed-method research in finance, there is a sparse discussion of the application and potential of mixed methods research in the existent accounting literature.
Abscess Case Caused by Yokenella regensburgei
Authors: Bahçeci İlkay , Alpdoğan Yunus Emre
Published: March 2023

Yokenella regensburgei is a fermentative, motile, oxidase-negative, gram-negative bacillus belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family and is an opportunistic human pathogen that is caused infections mainly in immunocompromised patients and rarely in immunocompetent individuals. Y. regensburgei, which is generally found in well water, insect guts, and reptiles in nature, can cause different types of infections such as septic arthritis, soft tissue infection, and otitis externa in humans. In this article, a case of soft tissue infection caused by Y. regensburgei and due to trauma is presented.
International Editorial Board of vol. 10 (2016), Journal Scientific and Applied Research
Authors:   Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Bulgaria, Boyanov Petar
Published: March 2023

International Editorial Board of vol. 10 (2016), Journal Scientific and Applied Research
VISUAL DETECTION OF DISTANT OBJECTS USING ELECTRONIC OPTICAL DEVICES AT IRREGULAR BACKGROUND LUMINANCE
Authors:   Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen, Faculty of Technical Sciences, Bulgaria, Boyanov Petar
Published: March 2023

This research refers to detection of distant objects by using electronic optical devices in conditions of spatial noise. Irregular luminance of the visual field worsens the observation and the visual conditions of objects in comparison to visual conditions at uniform background. Therefore there appears the necessity to evaluate this disturbance.
COMPUTING HIGH DIMENSIONAL INTEGRALS WITH MONTE CARLO METHODS
Authors:   Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Institute of Mathematics and Informatics and Institute of Inormation and Communication Technologies: Sofia, BG, Todorov Venelin
Published: March 2023

High dimensional integrals are usually solved with Monte Carlo algorithms and quasi Monte Carlo algorithms. We are doing numerical testing which compare low discrepancy and Monte Carlo algorithms. It is well known that Sobol algorithm has some advantageous over the other low discrepancy sequences, that’s why we use this algorithm for our numerical example. The obtained relative error confirms this superiority of the presented Monte Carlo and quasi Monte Carlo algorithms even when small number of sample points are used. It is very interesting that the presented high dimensional integral gives very low relative error even for computational time less than one second which shows the great importance of the developed algorithms.
THE EFFECTS OF THE RETROSPECTIVE MEASURES IN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY SECTOR
Authors:   Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, Nikolova Ralitsa
Published: March 2023

The boom in investments in the renewable energy sector in the recent years has prompted many EU countries to implement retrospective measures in the form of legislative changes that have become one of the main risks facing the development of renewable technologies. This article examines the main effects of the retrospective measures. Among them are the more difficult access and higher cost of financing, reducing the cost effectiveness of the renewable energy projects and the reduction of investments in this sector.
TOXICITY RESEARCH OF SOME SPIROHYDANTOIN DERIVATIVES TOWARDS LUMBRICUS TERRESTRIS
Authors:   DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, FACULTY OF PLANT PROTECTION AND AGROECOLOGY, AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY – PLOVDIV, Ganchev Donyo
Published: March 2023

This paper presents an ecotoxicological examination of cyclopentanespiro-5-hydantoin, cyclopentanespiro-5-(2,4-dithiohydantoin) and 1-aminocyclopentane-1-carboxylic acid towards Lumbricus terrestris – the common earthworms which are extremely important for the ecological stability and fertility of soils.
SYNTHESIS OF SOME NON-PROTEIN AMINO ACIDS DERIVED FROM SPIROHYDANTOINS
Authors:   DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL CHEMISTRY, FACULTY OF PLANT PROTECTION AND AGROECOLOGY, AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY – PLOVDIV, N. Marinov Marin
Published: March 2023

This article presents a synthesis of non-protein amino acids derived from 6- and 8- substituted cyclohexanespiro-5-hydantoins, spiro(adamantane-2',4'-imidazolidine)- 2,5-dione and 3',4'-dihydro-2H,2'H,5H-spiro[imidazolidine-4,1'-naphthalene]-2,5-dione. The target compounds were prepared by an alkaline hydrolysis of the corresponding spirohydantoins with barium hydroxide. The products obtained were characterized by physicochemical parameters, IR , 1H and 13C NMR spectral data.
EVALUATION OF QUALITY OF EDUCATION AS A TOOL FOR EVALUATING THE ACTIVITY OF KONSTANTIN PRESLAVSKY UNIVERSITY OF SHUMEN
Authors:   KONSTANTIN PRESLAVSKY UNIVERSITY OF SHUMEN, 9700, SHUMEN, BULGARIA, Todorova Korneliya
Published: March 2023

The article presents an empirical study of the quality evaluation of education at Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen from two perspectives – the faculty staff and students. Special attention is given to certain features of the learning process, which should be regarded as indicators of quality.