bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ascending aortic true aneurysm after acute aortic dissection in a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus
Authors: Kowatari Ryosuke , Sasaki Hanae , Imamura YUKI , Goto Shintaro , Kurose Akira , Minakawa Masahito
Published: August 2022

A 50-year-old woman presented to our hospital with shortness of breath
on exertion and nocturnal dyspnea. She had undergone total aortic arch
replacement for Stanford type A aortic dissection 17 years previously
and was taking prednisolone for systemic lupus erythematosus. Computed
tomography showed that the 63-mm ascending aorta near the proximal
anastomosis site compressed the superior vena cava and right atrium.
Cardiac catheterization showed occlusion of the left anterior descending
branch. The patient underwent urgent surgery for ascending aortic
aneurysm and coronary artery occlusion. Microscopic examination revealed
that the aneurysm was true. This report highlights that in patients with
systemic lupus erythematosus, aortic aneurysms can reoccur even after
total arch replacement.
A rare case on anomalous pulmonary venous drainage in congenital cardiovascular disease
Authors: Lu Zhuangzhuang , Bai Xiao , Fang Changcun , Song Guangmin
Published: August 2022

anomalous pulmonary veins drain into the right side of the left atrium
is an uncommon variety of anomalous pulmonary venous return. Rarely,
anomalous pulmonary venous drainage combined with cor triatriatum and
atrial septal defect. We presented the imaging findings of a male
patient who had anomalous pulmonary venous drainage which has not
previously been described.
Diet composition and preferences of mountain nyala (Tragelaphus buxtoni) in Bale Mountains National Park, Southeastern Ethiopia
Authors: Getachew Melkam , Girma Zerihun
Published: August 2022

An endemic mammal mountain nyala has declined substantially in number
and range of its distribution. Thus, Ecological monitoring is essential
for conservation. Past ecological studies on mountain nyala focused more
on demography, dynamics and social organization of the species but less
attention was paid to the diet composition and preferences. Thus, the
aim of this study was to assess diet composition and preferences of
mountain nyala in Bale Mountains National Park (BMNP), Ethiopia. The
study was conducted from September 2017 – January 2018 during both wet
and dry seasons. Direct observation scan sampling method was employed to
collect behavior data in two habitat types namely; Gaysay grassland and
woodland (park head quarter) of BMNP. Scan sampling of target group
selected were carried out for 10 minutes in 15 minutes interval and
routine follow up were carried out (early morning and late afternoon) to
identify plant species consumed by the species and the frequency of
consumption of each plant species consumed. Nutrient proximate analysis
of representative plant species from highly, moderately and least
preferred plant species were conducted to understand governing principle
that determine selective grazing and browsing. A total of 32 plant
species out of 85 plant species available classified under 18 families
were recorded during the study period. Mountain nyala are selective
mixed feeders (mostly grazers) and predominantly folivores. Moreover, a
clear seasonal dietary pattern was found in this study. In general the
findings of this study imply that preference for forage species could be
explained by nutritional quality. Consequently, increasing the abundance
of preferred plant species is expected to benefit mountain nyala.
ACCESSORY CAVITATED UTERINE MALFORMATION (ACUM): A HIDDEN FACE OF DYSMENORRHEA
Authors: Mondal Rana , Bhave Priya
Published: August 2022

BACKGROUND Accessory cavitated uterine malformations, or mass (ACUM) is
a Mullerian anomaly which increasingly recognized as a cause of severe
dysmenorrhoea and pelvic pain. OBJECTIVE To know what ACUMs are and
recognize their clinical presentation, able to diagnose an ACUM using
ultrasound or MRI; and counsel patients with ACUMs on the different
management options, including conservative, medical, and surgery.
CONCLUSION AND WIDER IMPLICATION ACUMs are less rare than previously
believed; hence ACUM diagnosis is essential in clinically suspicious
cases via ultrasound and MRI, and intra-operative assessment of uterine
morphology and laparoscopic surgical excision is the definitive
treatment for ACUM.
Vegetation–soil–microbial system dynamics during artificial alfalfa ( Medicago sativa L.) grassland degradation in a loess hilly region
Authors: Yan Shen , Ma Yuanyuan , Jin Ling , Tian Yu , Ma Hongbin , Lan Jian
Published: August 2022

Alfalfa ( Medicago sativa L.) establishment is an effective
strategy of managing desertification in arid regions; however, the
course of artificial alfalfa grassland degradation remains poorly
understood. Therefore, we investigated the dynamics of vegetation
characteristics, soil edaphic factors, and rhizosphere microbial
community structure in the course of artificial alfalfa grassland
degradation. A space–for–time substitution approach was used to select
nine alfalfa stands with different ages (1–50 years old) in the loess
hilly region of northwest China. According to the plant diversity of
vegetation and important value of alfalfa, the course of grassland
degradation could be divided into three stages, artificial grassland
(1–10 years), transitional grassland (10–30 years), and natural
grassland (>30 years). With an increase in stand age,
alfalfa productivity first increased, up to a maximum in the 7-year-old
stand, and then decreased. Alfalfa was replaced as the dominant species
by Stipa bungeana in the 50-year-old stand. Soil bulk density,
total organic carbon, and major nutrient contents were the highest in
the artificial grassland. Soil enzyme activity and the relative
abundances of potentially beneficial microorganisms (e.g.,
Mortierella and Glomus) peaked in the transitional
grassland. Soil water content and total porosity reached the maximum
levels in the natural grassland. The species diversity indices of
bacterial and fungal communities first increased and then decreased over
time. Both microbial abundance and species diversity in the 0–20-cm
soil layer were higher than in the 20–40-cm soil layer. Soil pH and
catalase activity predominantly influenced vegetation characteristics,
while total and available phosphorus contents were the major edaphic
factors shaping rhizosphere microbial community structure. The results
indicated that alfalfa establishment altered soil structure
considerably, and improved soil fertility in the artificial grassland
over the short term. Consequently, soil enzyme activity, microbial
diversity, and potentially beneficial microorganisms in the rhizosphere
increased during the transitional stage. Following considerable shifts
in the soil environmental conditions, alfalfa was no longer the only
dominant species and was eventually replaced by S. bungeana,
leading to the establishment of a stable natural grassland system.
Genetically determined body mass index and maternal outcomes of pregnancy: a two-sample Mendelian randomization study
Authors: Geddes-barton Dorothea , Banerjee Anita , Ardissino Maddalena
Published: August 2022

Objective: Observational studies have described associations between
obesity and adverse outcomes of pregnancy. Mendelian randomization (MR)
takes advantage of the ‘natural’ genetic randomization to risk of an
exposure such as body mass index (BMI) to study the effects of the
exposure on outcomes. Similar to randomization in a clinical trial, this
limits the potential for confounding and bias. Design: A two-sample MR
study. Setting: Summary statistics from published genome wide
association studies (GWAS) in European ancestry populations. Population
or Sample: Instrumental variants for body mass index (BMI) were obtained
from a study on 434,794 females. Female-specific genetic association
estimates for outcomes were extracted from the sixth round of analysis
of the FINNGEN cohort data. Methods: Inverse-variance weighted MR was
used to assess the association between BMI and all outcomes. Sensitivity
analyses with weighted median and MR-Egger were also performed. Results:
A 1-SD increase in BMI was associated with higher risk of pre-eclampsia
(OR 1.68, 95%CI 1.46-1.94, p=8.74x10-13), gestational diabetes (OR
1.67, 95%CI 1.46-1.92, p=5.35x10-14), polyhydramnios (OR 1.40, 95%CI
1.00-1.96, p=0.049). There was evidence suggestive of a potential
association with higher risk of premature rupture of membranes (OR 1.16,
95%CI 1.00-1.36, p=0.050) and postpartum depression (OR 1.12, 95%CI
0.99-1.27, p=0.062). Conclusions: Higher maternal BMI is associated with
marked increase in risk of pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes and
polyhydramnios. The relationship between BMI and premature rupture of
membranes and postpartum depression should be assessed in further
studies. Our study supports efforts to target BMI as a cardinal risk
factor for maternal morbidity.
Post-traumatic growth in thyroid cancer patients after surgery:A qualitative study Key words:thyroid cancer；post-traumatic growth；qualitative research;head and neck cancer;positive psychology
Authors: Meng Jingyu
Published: August 2022

Objective:To gain insight into the real experiences of post-traumatic
growth of thyroid cancer patients and to provide reference for
optimizing postoperative care measures for thyroid cancer
patients.Design: a qualitative study.Methods:Using a phenomenological
study method in qualitative research, 15 patients within six months
after radical thyroid cancer surgery in our hospital from March to April
2022 were interviewed in a semi-structured manner by purposive sampling,
and the data were analyzed using the Colaizzi 7-step method.Results: Two
first-level themes were summarized: (1) post-traumatic growth
facilitators for thyroid cancer patients (cognitive processing, positive
coping strategies, multiple sources of support); and (2) post-traumatic
growth experiences for thyroid cancer patients (personal changes,
improved relationships).Conclusion: Post-traumatic growth can occur in
thyroid cancer patients after surgery, and healthcare professionals
should guide patients’ positive psychology and tap into their inner
positive potential in order to promote healthy recovery and improve the
quality of life of thyroid cancer patients.
Evaluating Tire Tread Wear and Its Dependence on Tire Working Conditions by Using the Finite Element Method and Archard’s Wear Theory
Authors: Dionisio Heron J. , Calhabeu Anderson M.
Published: August 2022

The tire industry still spends a considerable amount of resources on indoor and outdoor tests during the product development stage. Virtual tests provide conditions to complete this step faster, saving both money and time. Considering that life span and mileage are important issues, especially for truck tire consumers, virtual wear analyses provide valuable information that helps engineers to improve their products. This study aims to exemplify a way to predict tread band wear using the finite element method approach and Archard’s wear theory. In addition, it shows the importance of following the vehicle maintenance program as it has an impact on how long the set of tires will last. Tread wear simulation is implemented through user subroutine and adaptive meshing technique, whereas friction energy is calculated using a steady-state analysis at selected working conditions. Data collected from outdoor experiments provide the necessary information to check and validate the analysis. The impact of the lack of appropriate vehicle maintenance on tire wear is evaluated by changing some boundary conditions of the model such as load, inner pressure, and camber and toe angles. The simulation results show good agreement with the information found in the literature.
Línea base para el cultivo de cacao en Antioquia (Colombia): metodología, atributos e implementación
Authors: Flórez Ramos Vanessa Lucia , Marín Tangarife Carlos Alejandro , Mejía Córdoba Carlos Arturo , Velasquez Velez Maria Isabel
Published: August 2022

Teniendo en cuenta el desarrollo de los rubros agrícolas en el departamento de Antioquia, surge la necesidad de determinar una línea base que permita centralizar la información y tener un punto de partida y de comparación para determinar los avances y retrocesos en relación con los rubros específicos (cacao), para conocer el enfoque inicial de la población respecto al desarrollo de un proyecto. En este trabajo se definen los atributos y metodologías para la implementación de una línea base para productores de cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) de cinco subregiones de Antioquia, Colombia (Magdalena Medio, Suroeste, Urabá, Occidente y Bajo Cauca). Además, se incluye la definición de los atributos básicos para este proceso, que contiene ubicación (georreferenciación), datos del productor, núcleo familiar, datos del cultivo y conectividad. Así, a cada dimensión (variable) se le aporta la codificación (atributo y tipo de información), definición operativa, unidad de medida, categoría, escala de medida, obtención de datos e indicadores. Se confirma que esta caracterización mediante la metodología planteada ofrece versatilidad al momento de la recolección de datos en campo, y que la implementación de herramientas digitales permitirá una mejor centralización de la información y trazabilidad de los sistemas productivos.
Filosofía de la ciencia: Base teórico-epistemológica de la Sociología de la educación
Authors: Grajales García Gabriela , Barreras Trejo Alejandra , Grajales García Moisés
Published: August 2022

La presente reflexión filosófica nace a partir de la necesidad de mostrar la estrecha relación que tienen la filosofía de las ciencias con la sociología, particularmente la sociología de la educación. Por lo que el objetivo principal es develar la trascendencia de las ideas filosóficas de dos épocas: El apogeo griego y la Ilustración. Lo anterior como referente de un preámbulo al nacimiento de la sociología y cómo autores de la talla de Auguste Comte, Wilhelm Dilthey, Georg Simmel o Pierre Bourdieu son pensadores que han acudido a la filosofía de las ciencias para la generación de sus grandes teorías. Lo anterior es una muestra de que la filosofía es imprescindible en los estudios sociales y que de ella se generan otras ciencias y disciplinas, tal es el caso de la sociología de la educación. Por lo tanto, la filosofía es la pieza angular de los estudios sociales y educativos debido a que brinda el hilo conductor epistémico y metodológico de las investigaciones actuales. Para concluir, se argumenta que los estudios sociológicos-educativos exigen de la presencia de la filosofía y la epistemología de las ciencias para delimitar los alcances, el problema y la teoría de la investigación, esto con el fin de brindar rigurosidad científico-social y ofrecer un amplio y profundo panorama de fenómenos referentes a la educación en un espacio-tiempo determinado.
Efficacy of Benzylkonium and Clorhexidine against Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas Sp. from Dhaka, Bangladesh
Authors: Afroze Farhana , Hassan Md. Zahid , Hasan Rana Md. Zahid , Akter Shilpi , Hossen Md. Imran , Towhid Syeda Tasneem
Published: August 2022

The opportunistic pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa has been recognized as a major cause of nosocomial infection due to resistance to multiple classes of antibiotics. This study reports presence of carbapenem resistance genes in clinical Pseudomonas isolates from Dhaka, Bangladesh, as well as their resistance to some common disinfectants (benzylkonium chloride and chlorhexidine gluconate). 

Twenty three samples were collected from two hospitals and one diagnostic center from different locations in Dhaka city. Among these, 16 isolates were identified as Pseudomonas sp. from growth on Cetrimide Agar, standard biochemical tests (catalase, oxidase and triple sugar iron, urea, Sulphur Indole Motility medium, Lysine Iron Agar, Methyl Red-Voges Proskaeur medium, nitrate, citrate) and IasL/R-gene targeted PCR. Molecular characterization revealed three of the isolates contained 2.3kb to 2.5 kb plasmids. The genome of 6 isolates contained blaGIM gene encoding metallo-beta-lactamase variant (German), but none of isolates were resistant against imipenem group of antibiotics (meropenem, gentamicin, cefixime, imipenem). Therefore the isolates are genetically potent to resist antibiotics belonging to imipenem group, but are still sensitive to the antibiotics in culture. 

3% Benzylkonium chloride and 0.5% chlorhexidine gluconate has slightly synergistic effect in inhibiting Pseudomonas sp. in representative isolates as their Fractional Inhibitory Concentration Index value ranges between 0.22 and 0.5. Taken together, Pseudomonas sp. isolates harboring potential virulent genes and imipenem-resistance genes could be inhibited more effectively in vitro if more than one suitable disinfectants are applied combinedly.
Comparative Assessment of Solar Photovoltaic System and Diesel Generating Set for Energy Sustainability in Engineering Buildings of Yaba College of Technology
Authors: Bakri Jamiu Ayodeji , Badmus Ismaila , Hammed Saheed Olalekan
Published: August 2022

The epileptic power supply to the School of Engineering is a major challenge that needs to be addressed with a better choice of alternative for power sustainability in Yaba College of Technology (YabaTech) at large. This study specifically focuses on comparison of using a diesel generating set and a photovoltaic system as means of energy sustainability. The comparison done on the diesel generating set and the PV system were appropriately analyzed using the life cycle cost to determine and choose the optimal alternative system by considering the minimum cost of energy production and the effect on the environment for over a fifteen year period. For proper sizing and enhancing of the two systems, hourly solar radiation and load data per hour were the parameters employed for the PV system. The total load requirements of Mechanical Engineering (MELB) and Civil Engineering (CE) buildings were computed to be 155.2kW and 68.3kW respectively. The energy cost of the diesel generating set and the PV system in terms of initial capital cost, future replacement and maintenance cost for the first fifteen years were estimated.  The analysis indicated that, in terms of cost and environmental friendliness, the PV system was the better option to be selected as an alternative and sustainable to the grid supply energy for power generation in CE building and MELB building of YabaTech.
Unusual Penetrating Head Injury- A Rare Case Report
Authors: Chhikara Monika , Singh Shatakshi , Dahiya Sumit
Published: August 2022

Background: Foreign body invasion of the brain can cause traumatic brain injury with severe complications. In most cases, it can be a late diagnosis. We reported here a case of traumatic brain injury from a foreign body invasion and, after being invested patient was taken for emergency craniotomy with successfully removal of foreign body.
Case Report: A 12 yr. old boy developed a headache and vomiting for 2 days after his head was hit on a bundle of sticks 2 days back while riding a cycle. On examination, the patient was conscious oriented. No deficit. Diagnosis was confirmed after an emergency CT was taken that showed a right temporal bone fracture with a piercing foreign body into the right temporal lobe. Right temporal craniotomy and removal of a foreign wooden body was done. The patient was managed with IV antibiotics and anticonvulsants. Post-op brain CT was done and showed no evidence of foreign body. The patient was hospitalized for days and recovered with no sequelae.
Conclusion: Penetrating brain injuries are very serious and have life-threatening complications. Precautious action should be taken as soon as possible with investigations and imaging. Prognosis depends on severity of injury and involvement of brain structures. Early diagnosis with immediate procedure always has favorable outcomes.
Long-Term Effects of COVID-19: A Systemic Review
Authors: Naji Hassan
Published: August 2022

The sequelae of long-term complications of COVID-19 have been reported in many studies. These complications are almost similar in both adults and children and were observed during infection with other coronaviruses like SARS-CoV and MERS-CoV. It is observed too that these complications develop in both previously symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. The symptoms of long COVID start to manifest usually after 4-12 weeks of initial onset of SARS-CoV-2 infection. In the long run, COVID-19 affects various body parts in different ways. These majorly include respiratory, cardiovascular, hematological, inflammatory, immunological, and neurological disorders along with gastrointestinal, metabolic, renal, hepatic, and skin disorders. However, there is a lack of detailed summary of the clinical presentation and effects of long COVID in the literature. This review summarizes the current evidence of the long-term effects of COVID-19 in adults and children along with the presenting signs and symptoms in these patients. This finding highlights the need for future epidemiological studies to access the risk of long-term complications of COVID-19 in order to develop effective multi-disciplinary risk reduction and management strategies for long COVID in patients.
Evidence of Stable Isotope 13C Causing All Cancers
Authors: Little Reginald B.
Published: August 2022

Evidence for a general mechanism of genesis of all cancers is given by presenting a puzzle and using recent results of aspartame and acesulfame-K to fit the pieces of the cancer puzzle together for proof of the mechanism of oncogenesis. Aspartame and acesulfame-K have been linked to cancer. Aspartame is a modified dipeptide (methylated phenylalanine (modified) and aspartic acid), so modified amino acids were thought to be more innocuous. The author previously noted isotopically enriched and/or clumped bond-specific amino acids and oligonucleotides have different biochemical reactions for different biology. Acesulfame-K is not a peptide or oligonucleotide but it has some similar chemical structure to oligonucleoside and reversibly decomposes to affect oligonucleosides and affect cells and bacteria cells like E Coli for producing isotopically enriched amino acids indirectly. E. Coli is present in the human digestive system and is known to accelerate stable isotope enrichment of amino acids with 13C, 15N, and/or 17O. Thereby acesulfame-K and aspartame induce isotopic enrichments and excessive 13C, 15N, and/or 17O introductions into proteins and nucleic acids. Such effects of 13C isotopes as induced by the bacteria and these chemicals like aspartame and acesulfame-K may be coupled to effects of static magnetic field(s) and radio frequency electromagnetic waves for explaining the complexity of results and inconsistent results from separating these effects. Thereby the 13C isotope enriched phenylalanine and/or aspartic acid may be the basis of malfunctioning normal cells for the genesis of cancer. Further support for this theory of 13C causing cancer by ingestion of aspartame is given by also noting the mystery and confounding results of monosodium glutamate causing cancer as the glutamate is synthesized by bacterial culture and the resulting ingested glutamic acid enriched with 13C and 15N and possibly 17O causes adverse biochemistry and enzymatics (relative to glutamate from healthy plants and animals rather than the bacterial industrial glutamate in MSG) for cancer and other diseases as explaining the observation of cancer and other diseases from acute and chronic MSG ingestion over months and years. The third case of bacterial production of insulin during the last 25 years for recent correlation to insulin causing cancer relative to less cancer from older methods of insulin production is more evidence of bacterial production of amino acids and peptides causing enriched heavy isotopes and the resulting enriched amino acids and peptides causing cancer relative to ingestion of 13C enriched carbohydrates.
Photonic Impacts on Photosynthesis Phenomena Based On Crops Leaves
Authors: Oli Sharad Kumar , Dhobi Saddam Husain , Nakarmi Jeevan Jyoti , Yadav Kishori
Published: August 2022

The objective of this work is to study the photonic force and impulses on a leaf, intensity after passing through the leaf, and molecular cross-section chlorophyll of the leaf. To study we use analytical and computational methods. The observation shows that photonic force and impulse on leaves of crops decrease with wavelength, intensity also decreases with the thickness of leaves and molecular cross-section of Chlorophyll a type is lesser than Chlorophyll b type. A study of this parameter shows the huge impact on the photosynthesis phenomena of plants which further disturbed the growth of plants in different parts of their body. With the study, it is also found that the spectrum of the visible range is suitable for the photosynthesis process because the energy gap of Chlorophyll a type and Chlorophyll b type lie in the visible spectrum region. In addition, the higher energy spectrum damages the photosynthesis process by damaging Chlorophyll a and Chlorophyll b. Hence, this study shows how the force, impulse, intensity, and molecular cross section affect the photosynthesis process and diet of plants which is related to leaves.
Armenia’s 2018 Revolution, Motivations and New Media
Authors: Deng Shiqian , Tuzova Polina
Published: August 2022

In 2018, the social movement against Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan in Armenia shocked analysts, a substantial of whom believe that this series of movements can be thought of as a revolution, a revolution as the complete end of the Soviet elements in Armenia. According to Goldstone’s revolution doctrine, the causes of this revolution and further understanding the process of the revolution could be more distinct. Furthermore, remember what Goldstone agrees - do not use theory to rigidly set historical facts, but use historical facts to construct theories (Stinchcombe, 1978), based on the facts of the Armenian revolution, some theoretical explanations may need to be discarded, or new researchers will also develop new theories during the issues of explaining the Armenian revolution.
Developing the bright humanistic ideals of Epicurus, Fedorov and Dostoevsky
Authors: Ashursky Emir
Published: August 2022

Today probably most of us, conscious representatives of the human civilization, are standing, as if have absorbed in voiceless wait, on crossroads, peering at the horizons with anxiety: which perspective life path to better choose, what components of our spiritual essence or maybe even of corporeality to improve first of all?.. Though, whatever it was, I am sure that now is just the time to act in line with guesses of N. F. Fedorov and K. E. Tsiolkovsky, namely – far and wide to perfect inner reserves of human brain. In parallel we'd carry on developments of new safe types of energy as well as alternative (including psychic) modes of information exchange - in order to people could achieve outer space unhindered and autonomously. As to the nearest "minimum program", here, of course, it’s necessary to study in detail the rejuvenation properties of the stem cells and the ways of refinement of ana- or cryobiosis mechanisms either. Well and besides – just imagine – we are by no means opposed to raising some progressive adapted to deep cosmos the breed of Homo sapiens experimentally.

If one talks about the very style of the article offered below for review, then it much more (and above all - in its bright soulful penetration) resembles an incendiary journalistic essay than kind of dry philosophical treatise divorced from actuality.
Monitoring the Short-Term Effect of Banana Waste Compost on the Enzymatic Activities of Soil Associated with Nitrogen and Phosphorus
Authors: TAVALI İsmail Emrah
Published: August 2022

A large amount of plant pruning waste occurs after annual care in banana production areas. This waste material contains significant amounts of organic substances and nutrients. In this study, banana waste compost (BWC) was applied to the soil both alone and in mixture with leonardite (LT) and vinasse compost (VC). Treatments include: control (CL), banana waste compost alone (BWC-2: 2 t da-1; BWC-4: 4 t da-1; BWC-8: 8 t da-1), leonardite alone (LT: the recommended application rate), leonardite with banana waste compost (BWC-2+LT; BWC-4+LT; BWC-8+LT), vinasse compost alone (VC: the recommended application rate), vinasse compost with banana waste compost (BWC-2+VC; BWC-4+VC; BWC-8+VC). Afterwards, the changes in the activities of nitrogen (NH4+NO3) and phosphorus (available P) related enzymes (urease and alkaline phosphatase) were monitored through analyzes made on soil samples taken on certain days (0th, 10th, 20th, 40th, 80th). During this period, the pH and EC values of the soil were also measured. According to the results obtained; it was determined that banana waste compost combined with leonardite generally positively affects the pH, EC, exchangeable NH4-NO3 and, available P of the soil, as well as the activity of urease and alkaline phosphatase compared to other treatments. In this regard, according to the control, the urease activity of the soil increased by 875%, the alkaline phosphatase activity by 149%, the exchangeable NH4+NO3 by 188%, available P by 83%, and the EC value by 100%. However, the pH value decreased by about 5%. As a result, it can be stated that the application of banana waste compost combined with leonardite as a soil conditioner at least 4 t da-1 will be economical and 10 to 20 days after this application, nitrogen and phosphorus availability will increase in the soil.
Bunele moravuri – o confuziune etică de-drept
Authors: Vasilescu Paul
Published: August 2022

Bunele moravuri – o confuziune etică de-drept. Încercăm acum să înțelegem ce a fost și ce este încă cu bunele moravuri, dacă acestea definesc o noțiune de-a dreptul civilistă și care ar fi impactul lor tehnic. În acest scop, am preferat să întretăiem două discursuri, formate din texte distincte, care vor forma întregul. Urmărim să deslușim dacă bunele moravuri sunt reguli de drept sau nu, dacă discursul juridic poate tolera reguli și forțe deontice străine în interiorul său, cum ar fi cele etice, când morala publică face dreptul – dacă îl face, și care ar mai fi rolul moravurilor în jurisprudența de astăzi.
Procedural routes and allocation of cases in Hungarian Civil Courts
Authors: Nyilas Anna
Published: August 2022

During the codification process of the Hungarian Code of Civil Procedure, there was an open debate on whether the course of civil procedure should be unified, or some kind of differentiation would be more appropriate and efficient. There are various issues that arise if the legislator decides to have a number of different procedural routes in litigation. For instance, what should be the grounds of distinction, and what aspects of the procedure need to be regulated within these procedural routes. In addition, the choice between the routes can be given solely to the legal rule, or to the judge in the particular case, or to be discussed jointly by the parties and the judge in an early stage of the procedure. This study examines the existing procedural routes in Act CXXX. of 2016.  on the Hungarian Code of Civil Procedure, their characteristics and the main areas of future development. It aims to explain the underlying factors the judge may consider when choosing between these routes. It also points out the scope of discretion the rules allow for the judge in managing the case, and also the limits of judicial discretion. Besides, some applied and functioning solutions from certain European jurisdictions are taken into consideration.
Amnistia fiscală și dosarele penale având ca obiect infracțiuni de evaziune fiscală. Aplicabilitate și efecte. Decizia nr. 203/A/2022 a Curții de Apel Cluj
Authors: Bugnar-Coldea Oana
Published: August 2022

Prezentul material conține analiza unei decizii pronunțate într-un dosar penal având ca obiect infracțiuni de evaziune fiscală, decizie relevantă din perspectiva aplicabilității dispozițiilor privitoare la amnistia fiscală cuprinse în OUG nr. 69/2020 în procesul penal și a consecințelor pe care acestea le generează în planul răspunderii penale. Decizia este relevantă întrucât răspunde unor întrebări relevante pentru practica judiciară precum: în ce măsură amnistia fiscală acoperă și obligațiile fiscale accesorii originare în ilicitul penal; dacă instanța penală poate considera că sunt incidente dispozițiile OUG nr. 69/2020 în lipsa unei decizii de impunere cu privire la accesorii și dacă poate face asta în afara unui titlu executoriu sau doar după rămânerea definitivă a hotărârii judecătorești care tranșează acțiunea civilă, respectiv dacă pot deveni incidente dispozițiile art. 10 alin. (11) din Legea nr. 241/2005 în situația în care inculpatul nu achită obligațiile fiscale accesorii, ci în privința acestora a intervenit amnistia fiscală. În cuprinsul materialului am prezentat așadar starea de fapt relevantă, soluția instanței, precum și propria opinie, argumentată, cu privire la soluția dată de judecătorii investiți cu soluționarea cauzei.
Pelatihan Pengolahan Semen dan Teknik Inseminasi Buatan pada Domba Di Desa Genteng Kecamatan Sukasari Kabupaten Sumedang
Authors: Solihati Nurcholidah , Rasad Siti Darodjah , Hilmia Nena
Published: August 2022

Desa Genteng Kecamatan Sukasari Kabupaten Sumedang memiliki kelompok peternak Jaya Makmur yang masih mengelola sistem perkawinan ternak secara tradisional, sehingga penerapan program Inseminasi Buatan (IB) perlu diketahui oleh para peternak. Penerapan program IB membutuhkan suatu pengetahuan dimana terkait pula dengan metode deteksi berahi pada ternak, yang perlu juga dimiliki peternak, sehingga program ini dapat membantu meningkatkan populasi ternak dan diharapkan akan diperoleh keuntungan usaha yang lebih tinggi. Permasalahannya adalah para peternak di Desa tersebut belum memiliki pengetahuan tentang teknologi reproduksi yang dimaksud. Tujuan kegiatan ini yaitu diharapkan peternak dapat melaksanakan program sinkronisasi estrus dan IB secara mandiri sehingga pendapatan peternak dapat meningkat. Target yang ingin dicapai adalah dihasilkan modul pelatihan IB dan peternak memperoleh pengetahuan teknologi tepat guna program IB pada Domba. Metode pendekatan yang digunakan untuk menyelesaikan masalah dan mencapai tujuan tersebut yaitu dengan cara melakukan pelatihan, difusi iptek dan simulasi iptek melalui beberapa langkah yaitu: metode ceramah, diskusi, tanya jawab, peragaan dan praktek. Kegiatan meliputi penyuluhan tentang program IB, pelatihan teknis IB terdiri dari perakitan alat penampungan semen (vagina buatan), penampungan semen, pengenceran, pelatihan SE meliputi teknis implan spons.  Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa adanya peningkatan pengetahuan peternak mengenai program IB dan sinkronisasi estrus pada domba baik dari segi tujuan, manfaat dan teknis pelaksanaannya, namun masih perlu pelatihan lebih lanjut. Disimpulkan bahwa metode pendekatan yang digunakan melalui pelatihan, difusi iptek dan simulasi iptek pada kegiatan ini telah berhasil mencapai tujuan dengan indikator peserta pelatihan telah memiliki pengetahuan baru mengenai program Inseminasi Buatan yang meliputi teori dan keterampilan.
DEVELOPMENT OF GROUP DYNAMICS FOR MEMBER'S BUSINESS SUCCESS (PPM activities at the “Pinter” Women Farmers Group in Cibiru Wetan Village Cileunyi District, Bandung Regency, West Java)
Authors: Yunasaf Unang , Sulistyati Marina , Alim Syahirul
Published: August 2022

The existence of groups, including the Women's Farmers' Group, is an important part of improving the quality of its members. This study aims to examine: (1) how the conditions of the Cibiru Wetan “Pintar” Women Farmer Group, Cileunyi District, Bandung Regency, West Java Province are seen from the implementation of their functions as a farmer group, and (2) how the implementation of PPM in “Pintar” KWT in maintaining dynamics in his group. The service activities carried out are aimed at helping Cibiru Wetan “Pintar” KWT in maintaining the dynamics of the group as part of the Hybrid integrative PPM for the January-February 2022 period. The main activities carried out are mentoring the implementation of smart expo activities, and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) developing group dynamics . The results of the study show that KWT seen from the function of the group has carried out its function, especially as a learning class, and a vehicle for collaboration. The PPM activities carried out at the “Pintar” KWT have helped the implementation of the Smart Expo activities well. The results of the FGD as an effort to develop group dynamics show that KWT “Pintar” is classified as having good group dynamics.Keywords: Group dynamics, farmer women, business success
Amérique latine, l’ALBA-TCP et l’arbitrage transnational en matière d’investissement: la fondation d’une mosaïque de résistance
Authors: Milcar Jeff Dorce
Published: August 2022

L'Amérique latine représente un véritable laboratoire pour l'arbitrage international d'investissement. Elle est à la fois à l'origine de la discipline et au cœur des critiques et des changements qui l'affectent. Si les contestations des effets de l'arbitrage sont venues du monde entier, elles ont eu une résonance particulière dans la région, en raison de l'attitude traditionnellement hostile des pays de la région à l'arbitrage d'investissement. Cet article propose de revisiter la mosaïque de la résistance, qui a donné naissance à un projet contre-hégémonique alternatif dans la région. Il conclut que les mouvements de résistance en Amérique latine contre l'arbitrage d'investissement n'ont finalement pas bénéficié d'un soutien majoritaire clair et que plusieurs pays ont adopté une position ambiguë vis-à-vis de ces mouvements. En l'absence d'une solution globale cohérente, les propositions alternatives soutenues par les États sont plurielles et dispersées et sont pour la plupart éloignées de l'approche radicale mise en avant par l'ALBA-TCP.
Prognostic value of SMAD4 in resectable pancreatic cancer
Authors: Su Hui , Wang Cunchuan
Published: August 2022

Introduction

The tumor gene SMAD4 was genetically inactivated in approximately half of pancreatic cancer (PC) patients. The correlation of SMAD4 gene expression in PC and its prognosis remains inconclusive. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between loss of SMAD4 expression and the outcome of resectable PC.

Materials and Methods

A systematic review of the relevant electronic databases was conducted between SMAD4 expression and the outcome of PC patients until December 2020, including PubMed, Web of Science, and the China Journal Net. A meta-analysis was performed using STATA 12.0 and pooled hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were used to estimate the strength of the association between SMAD4 gene expression and the prognosis of PC patients.

Results

Twelve studies were included. Our meta-analysis illustrated that there were no significant associations between the loss of SMAD4 gene expression and overall survival in resectable PC (HR=1.38, 95% CI 0.98–1.81). In addition, there was no evidence of publication bias, as showed by Begg's and Egger's test. There was no correlation between the loss of SMAD4 expression and local recurrence (OR=0.97, 95% CI 0.52–1.80, p=0.914), while the loss of SMAD4 gene expression was associated with increased risk of distant recurrence (OR=1.36, 95% CI 1.08–1.70, p=0.008).

Conclusions

After PC resection, the loss of SMAD4 gene expression was correlated with higher risk of distant recurrence, but not with local recurrence nor overall survival.
Intensive Care Based Interventions to Reduce Family Member Stress Disorders: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Authors: Love Rhoads Sarah , Trikalinos Thomas A. , Levy Mitchell M. , Amass Timothy
Published: August 2022

Background

Increasing awareness of the emotional impact of an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) hospitalization on patients and their families has led to a rise in studies seeking to mitigate Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) for both groups. In efforts to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression, ICUs have implemented a variety of programs to reduce family distress.

Methods

We conducted a systematic review of experimental studies which aimed to reduce stress related disorders in family members after the experience of having a patient admitted to the ICU. Multiple databases were searched for randomized controlled trials or nonrandomized comparative trials which targeted family members or surrogate decision makers. A total of 17 studies were identified for inclusion in the review representing 3471 participants.

Results

We describe those interventions which we qualitatively assigned as “not passive,” or those which actively engaged the family to express themselves, as more likely to be successful in both the available pediatric and adult literature than interventions which we identified as “passive.” Studies which described active engagement of family members demonstrated comparative improvements in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, as well as reduced hospital costs in the case of two studies.

Discussion

This review may serve to aid in the development of future interventions targeted at reducing family stress and PICS following an ICU hospitalization.
Tokorhabditis tauri n. sp. and T. atripennis n. sp. (Rhabditida: Rhabditidae), isolated from Onthophagus dung beetles (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae) from the Eastern USA and Japan
Authors: Ragsdale Erik J. , Kanzaki Natsumi , Yamashita Tatsuya , Shinya Ryoji
Published: August 2022

Two new species of Tokorhabditis, T. tauri n. sp. and T. atripennis n. sp., which were isolated from multiple Onthophagus species in North America and from O. atripennis in Japan, respectively, are described. The new species are each diagnosed by characters of the male tail and genitalia, in addition to molecular barcode differences that were previously reported. The description of T. tauri n. sp. expands the suite of known nematode associates of O. taurus, promoting ecological studies using a beetle that is an experimental model for insect–nematode–microbiota interactions in a semi-natural setting. Furthermore, our description of a third Tokorhabditis species, T. atripennis n. sp., sets up a comparative model for such ecological interactions, as well as other phenomena as previously described for T. tufae, including maternal care through obligate vivipary, the evolution of reproductive mode, and extremophilic living.
BEGONIA NAEMMA (SECT. PETERMANNIA, BEGONIACEAE), A NEW SPECIES FROM NUEVA ECIJA, LUZON ISLAND, THE PHILIPPINES
Authors: Ang Yu Pin , Aumentado Jamie Ann , Magtoto Liezel
Published: August 2022

Within the Pantabangan–Carranglan Watershed Forest Reserve in Nueva Ecija, a small population of an inconspicuous Begonia was encountered. After thorough investigation, it is described here as a new Philippine Begonia species in sect. Petermannia. The new species, Begonia naemma Y.P.Ang, Aumentado & Magtoto, is distinguished from the allied species B. polyclada C.I Peng, C.W.Lin & Rubite by its larger leaves, leaf adaxially sparsely hirsute between the veins, more numerous stamens, and larger ovary wings that are ovate to oblong. Based on IUCN criteria, Begonia naemma is designated as Endangered (EN). A comprehensive description and illustration of Begonia naemma are provided.
A NEW SPECIES OF BEGONIA SECT. RUIZOPAVONIA FROM COLOMBIA AND ECUADOR
Authors: Moonlight Peter , Pérez Álvaro
Published: August 2022

A new species of Begonia sect. Ruizopavonia A.DC., B. pseudodendron Moonlight & Á.J.Pérez, is described from the western slopes of the Andes in the Colombian Department of Nariño and the Ecuadorian Province of Carchi. The new species is diagnosed against Begonia cymbalifera L.B.Sm. & B.G.Schub. and compared with other similar species. We also provide photographs, a distribution map, and an IUCN conservation assessment for the new species, which is classified as Endangered (EN) due to habitat destruction.
ADDITIONS TO THE BEGONIA FLORA OF SARAWAK, BORNEO, I: TWELVE NEW SPECIES AND A NEW RECORD
Authors: Sang Julia , Kiew Ruth , Ling Chea Yiing
Published: August 2022

Twelve new species and one new record of Begonia (Begoniaceae) from Sarawak, Malaysia, are described. All species belong to Begonia sect. Petermannia. Three species are recorded from Totally Protected Areas, one species occurs both within and outside Totally Protected Areas, and eight species occur only outside Totally Protected Areas. Species descriptions, colour photographs and a distribution map are provided.
MENUJU KAMPUS AMAN DARI KEKERASAN SEKSUAL: SEBUAH GERAKAN SOSIALISASI DI FAKULTAS TEKNIK UNIVERSITAS PANCASILA
Authors: Akbar Mohammad Ilhamsyah
Published: August 2022

Isu kekerasan seksual di kampus merupakan isu yang sedang menjadi sorotan, apalagi sejak dikeluarkannya Peraturan Menteri Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi Republik Indonesia Nomor 30 tahun 2021. Untuk itu tim pengabdian masyarakat melakukan sosialisasi di dalam lingkup Fakultas Teknik Universitas Pancasila. Sosialisasi ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pengetahuan tentang definisi, dampak, pencegahan dan penanganan Kekerasan seksual di lingkungan kampus. Acara utama dari sosilasiasi ini adalah webinar yang mendatangkan ahli dari pihak psikolog maupun organisasi pendamping korban. Sosialisasi ini ditutup dengan publikasi hasil melalui media digital dan fisik di lingkungan kampus Universitas Pancasila. Secara umum angka kepuasan terhadap sosialisasi ini adalah di angka 4,5. Pada akhir evaluasi diadakan evaluasi dan seluruh aspek memenuhi angka standard yang ditentukan. Langkah-langkah lanjutan diperlukan untuk proses yang kontinu dalam menciptakan kampus aman dari kekerasan seksual.
Financial Literacy, Risk Tolerance, Loss Aversion Bias terhadap Keputusan Investasi
Authors: Gunawan Kelvin , Wiyanto Hendra
Published: August 2022

Dalam pengambilan keputusan berinvestasi banyak hal yang dihadapi oleh investor beberapa diantaranya financial literacy, risk tolerance, loss aversion bias. Tujuan pada penelitian ini untuk menguji pengaruh dari financial literacy, risk tolerance, loss aversion bias terhadap pengambilan keputusan investasi jangka panjang di pasar modal pada mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode non-probability sampling (convenience sampling). Objek penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Universitas Tarumanagara Jurusan Manajemen. Ada 101 responden yang diambil dari kuesioner dengan metode survei. Untuk menjawab masalah dan menguji hipotesis yang diajukan dalam penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa financial literacy dan loss aversion bias memiliki pengaruh positif pada keputusan investasi. Sedangkan untuk risk tolerance tidak memberikan pengaruh terhadap pengambilan keputusan dalam berinvestasi.

 

In making investment decisions, investors face many things, some of which are financial literacy, risk tolerance, loss aversion bias. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of financial literacy, risk tolerance, loss aversion bias on long-term investment decisions in the capital market on students of the Faculty of Economics and Business. This study uses a non-probability sampling with technic convenience sampling. The object of this research is the students of Tarumanagara University, Department of Management. There were 101 respondents who were taken from the questionnaire with the survey method. To answer the problem and test the hypothesis proposed in this study. The results of this study indicate that financial literacy and loss aversion bias have a positive influence on investment decisions. Meanwhile, risk tolerance does not affect investment decision making.