bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How can temple food be developed as a wellness tourism product?: Focusing on the individuality and commonality of temple food offerings
Authors:   The Tourism Sciences Society Of Korea, Kim Sohye , Kim Mira , Naka Naka, Nanae , Lee Hoon
Published: May 2024

Empirical research on wellness tourism has focused on either nature-based experiences or medical tourism activities. To fill this gap, the purpose of this study is to analyze the wellness tourism factors related to temple food services and suggest the future direction of temple food as a cultural wellness tourism resource. Using qualitative content analysis, data were collected from the promotional texts written by temple food providers in Korea and Japan and analyzed sequentially as follows: (a) extracting main categories and sub-categories based on extant literature on wellness tourism, (b) identifying main categories obtained from the representative cases of temple food products, and (c) analyzing the relations among the qualities of the products, selling information, and the main categories. Results showed that the main elements of wellness tourism-rich experiences, physical health, mental balance, and psychological healing-were significantly considered in the overall aspects of temple food sales. However, the promotion of temple food through the four elements of wellness tourism varied depending on the service context. Inside the temple, the promotion emphasized the traditional Buddhist spirit, while outside, the experience of temple food varied depending on public consumption trends. The results elicited four specific dimensions for expanding the venue of temple food application. The significance of this paper is that it highlights the importance of including temple food products in the context of the wellness tourism industry, with implications for professionals in the field to consider.
Cratylia argentea – review of a tropical shrub legume: Biology and agronomy
Authors: Schultze-Kraft Rainer , Lascano Carlos E.
Published: May 2024

A comprehensive review, based on about 170 references, synthesizing research and development about Cratylia argentea, is presented to contribute to expand interest in its diffusion and use in animal production systems. The species has been widely evaluated, mainly in tropical America, with the objective to develop a shrub legume as an alternative to the fertile soils requiring Leucaena leucocephala and Gliricidia sepìum. The review comprises: (1) an illustrated description of the species, its biogeography and information on germplasm collections and genetic diversity; (2) synthesis and discussion of results from agronomic research, reproductive biology and seed production; (3) synthesis and discussion of results from research on nutritive value including secondary compounds, forage utilization and animal production. Particular strengths of the species are adaptation to the acid, low-fertility soils that prevail in the tropics, drought tolerance in subhumid climates with a pronounced dry season, and high nutritive value leading to increased animal production. Major shortcomings are slow establishment, labor demand in cut-and-carry systems and rapidly declining seed quality. A blend of two germplasm accessions was released as a commercial forage legume cultivar in Costa Rica and Colombia. Technology adoption issues are discussed and suggestions for future research presented.
Cratylia argentea – review of a tropical shrub legume: Quality and utilization
Authors: Lascano Carlos E. , Schultze-Kraft Rainer
Published: May 2024

A review synthesizing the research on the quality and use of Cratylia argentea forage to create incentives for its use in animal production systems in the tropics is presented. The species has been extensively evaluated, mainly in tropical America, to develop it as a shrub legume for infertile, acid soils as an alternative to Leucaena leucocephala and Gliricidia sepium that are not adapted to these soils. This review includes a synthesis and discussion of research findings with C. argentea forage on (1) nutritive value, including secondary compounds, (2) alternative uses in animal production systems, and (3) live weight gain and milk production. The strength of the species is its drought tolerance and high protein content that results in increased milk yield and liveweight gain when grazed in association with grasses, particularly in the dry season. Supplementation of fresh or ensiled cratylia to grazing animals usually results in increased carrying capacity of the pasture and milk yield for cows of medium to high genetic potential. Its deficiency is the low acceptability of fresh forage by animals with no previous experience and high demand for labor when used in cut and carry systems. The issue of low adoption is addressed and suggestions for future research are presented.
Violencia. Dimensiones e implicaciones
Authors:   Universidad Politécnica Salesiana (Ecuador)
Published: May 2024

La violencia incide en todas las esferas sociales, culturales, económicas, académicas, psicológicas, emocionales, cognitivo-biológicas, políticas, de género, educativas, infantiles, carcelarias, sanitarias, entre otras múltiples. Comprender la violencia representa un ejercicio cognitivo y sociocultural importante. Un verdadero reto contrahegemónico, pues se trata de desnaturalizar lo que hemos naturalizado desde nuestras esferas más interiores hasta las estructuras y dinámicas socioculturales sistémicas. El estudio de la violencia es un proceso que día a día requiere un enfoque transdisciplinario, para que se comprendan todas las aristas de esta problemática profundamente arraigada en la cultura humana, así como las implicaciones que tiene en la vida de los seres humanos y otras especies vivas. Esta obra aborda su compleja dinámica, sus implicaciones y dimensiones.
La violencia como producto cultural: exposición a la violencia y sus incidencias culturales y neurobiológicas
Authors:   Universidad Politécnica Salesiana (Ecuador), Robles Bykbaev Yaroslava
Published: May 2024

La violencia es una herramienta de control social que se encuentra inmersa en los sistemas de valores culturales, responde a un contexto histórico y temporal concretos, es decir, es un producto cultural dependiente de los sistemas culturales de valores, sin embargo, es un problema universal o transcultural. Al ser transcultural, no cabe duda de que se expresa bajo factores de biopoder, neurobiológicos y culturales, sin embargo, esto no es un fundamento para justificarlo. Existen multiplicidad de aspectos que dan lugar a la violencia, y que trataremos de abordar. Se entiende, entonces que la violencia responde a la conducta material e inmaterial estructuradas con base en un tipo de valores de un sistema cultural imperante lo que determina la construcción social de los atributos positivos y negativos que la validan en la percepción de la sociedad.
¿Es posible salir de la violencia?
Authors:   Universidad Politécnica Salesiana (Ecuador), Quito-Calle Jessica Vanessa
Published: May 2024

El estudio de los procedimientos que posibilitan la salida de las víctimas de la violencia sigue siendo de actualidad. Por lo tanto, en este documento, se analizan los procesos involucrados para poner fin a la violencia. Ya en la década de 1970, tanto la violencia hacia las mujeres como la violencia practicada por la pareja íntima se reconocieron a modo de problemas sociales reales y se convirtieron en temas centrales de la agenda política europea, situación que fue tomada como prioritaria gracias a los movimientos feministas. Desde entonces, estudiar la violencia ha sido todo un desafío. En 1997, la violencia doméstica se convirtió en tema de atención pública en Bélgica cuando la ley introdujo la noción de delito grave en el caso de agresiones intencionales contra un cónyuge o excónyuge. En 2006, la posición de Bélgica contra la violencia doméstica se fortaleció con la adopción de la política de cero tolerancias (Melan, 2017). A partir de estas leyes, las investigaciones acerca de las víctimas que abandonan relaciones violentas han ido en aumento (Hendy et al., 2003; Offermans y Kacenekenbogen, 2010; Catallo et al., 2013) y es notorio que los estudios se enfocan casi exclusivamente en mujeres víctimas. Los estudios sobre hombres maltratados y sus trayectorias siguen siendo escasos (Jaillet y Vanneste, 2017).
Score goal in handball matches and its relationship with throwing speed
Authors: Vila Helena , Zapardiel Juan-Carlos , Fernández Juan J , Ferragut Carmen , Rodríguez-Perea Angela
Published: May 2024

Performance in handball comes from a complex combination of specific skills. Throwing speed is considered the most relevant action of a team’s offensive game. The main objectives of this investigation were two, firstly, to determine if there are differences between the throwing speed in training and the throwing speed in competition, and secondly, to determine the anthropometric and conditional variables that have the greatest influence on the effective speed during a competition. The 14 junior players of the Portuguese national team who participated in the Junior World Championship were assessed through a countermovement jump test, their anthropometric variables were measured, they were assessed by dynamometry, and their maximum throwing speeds in training without a goalkeeper, with a goalkeeper. And during the eight games played in the championship were the maximum recorded speed of the throws that resulted in goals was selected for each player. One-way repeated-measures ANOVA was conducted to compare the effect of player interaction (no interaction, interaction with goalkeeper, interaction with all other players in competition) on ball velocity. Approximately 77% of the effective speed (the speed at which a player scores a goal during a match) was explained by the speed of throws in support from 9 metres, with no goalkeeper, and the circumference of the flexed arm. The players did not achieve their maximum throwing speed during the competition. The throwing speed during competition was strongly correlated with the flexed arm girth and throwing speed without the goalkeeper in training (factors that can be modified by training).
⊗-Pure model structure on the category of N -complexes
Authors: Bahiraei P. , Nazaripour J.
Published: May 2024

Let G be a closed symmetric monoidal concrete Grothendieck category. In this paper, we introduce a model structure on (CN (G), P⊗dw ) the exact category of N -complexes with the degree-wise ⊗-pure exact structure. Our result is based on the Gillespie’s Theorem by introducing two compatible cotorsion pairs on this category.
Unbounded generalized B-Fredholm operators
Authors: Boudhief M.
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we investigate a new class of unbounded linear operators, that is, the unbounded generalized B-Fredholm operators in Banach space. More explicitly, we provide a characterization of this class of operators and some of its basic properties on a Banach space. Moreover, we study the generalized B-Fredholm spectrum and we prove a perturbation result of an unbounded generalized B-Fredholm operator under a commuting power finite-rank operator.
SESTRINSKA PROFESIJA IZ PERSPEKTIVE STUDENATA FAKULTETA ZDRAVSTVENIH STUDIJA SVEUČILIŠTA U MOSTARU
Authors: Ljevak Ivona , Tomić Tanja
Published: May 2024

Počeci profesionalnog razvoja sestrinstva datiraju od kraja 19. stoljeća osnivanjem prvih škola za medicinske sestre. Na razvoj sestrinstva tijekom povijesti utjecala su razna zbivanja u svijetu, od društvenih, ekonomskih, političkih, te socijalnih događaja. Sestrinstvo je danas tražena profesija i u središtu pozornosti. Povijesno gledano može se pratiti razvoj od samih početaka čovječanstva, no prihvaćanja profesije bilježe se tek zadnjih nekoliko desetljeća. Profesija je to koja se definira kao znanost i umijeće, utemeljeno na dokazima.
Provedeno presječno istraživanje na Fakultetu zdravstvenih studija Sveučilišta u Mostaru, je imalo za cilj ispitati stavove studenata sestrinstva o sestrinskoj profesiji. Korišten je anonimni anketni upitnik, strukturiran za potrebe ovog istraživanja, a koji se temelji na upitnicima autora Kiwanuka Achilles i Snježane Čukljek. Upitnik se sastoji od tvrdnji koje se odnose na poimanje sestrinstva kao profesije, tvrdnji koje se odnose na kontekst društvene vrijednosti sestrinstva i tvrdnji koje se odnose na postojanje svijesti o sestrinstvu kao profesiji. Odgovor na svaku tvrdnju ocijenjen je na Likertovoj skali od 0 do 5. Istraživanju je pristupilo ukupno 97 studenata sestrinstva, od toga 69% studenata preddiplomskog studija, te 31% studenata diplomskog studija. Nije utvrđena statistički značajna razlika ni u jednoj tvrdnji o poimanju sestrinstva kao profesije između preddiplomskog i diplomskog studija. Statistički značajna razlika je utvrđena samo u zadovoljstvu plaće, statistički zadovoljniji su studenti preddiplomskog studija.
TRANZICIJA POROĐAJA IZ BOLNICA KA POROĐAJIMA U SPECIJALIZIRANIM RAĐAONICAMA/SOBAMA – REALNOST ILI FIKCIJA U BOSANSKOHERCEGOVAČKIM OKVIRIMA
Authors: Đido Vedran , Marjanović Marijan
Published: May 2024

Uvod: Primaljstvo/babičarstvo u Bosni i Hercegovini je na raskrižju zbog promjena koje su neminovne u zdravstvenim sustavima. Ovo je ključno vrijeme za profesiju, žene i njihove bebe koje se oslanjaju na mjere, usluge i aktivnosti primalja/babica. Tranzicija porođaja iz bolnica u rađaonice koje autonomno vode primalje u BIH je tema koja postavlja pitanja o svojoj realnosti ili fikciji. Ovaj prijelaz odnosi se na promjenu dosadašnjeg zakonskog okvira i prakse rađanja, gdje će se sve više žena odlučiti za rađaonice koje vode primalje umjesto tradicionalnog bolničkog okruženja.
Cilj: Svrha ovog stručnog izvješća je prikazati ključne izazove za primalje, zdravstveni sustav i žene u cilju tranzicije poroda ka specijaliziranim rađaonicama koje pružaju sigurno okružje, personaliziran pristup i iskustvo rađanja kao jednog od najvažnijih događaja u životu žene.
Razrada: Zakon o zdravstvenoj zaštiti FBIH, te Zakon o sestrinstvu i primaljstvu FBIH su zastarjeli i ne prate suvremene trendove u zdravstvenoj zaštiti i primaljskoj profesiji koja je bazirana na dokazima, a prvenstveno po pitanju autonomije profesije što ograničava praktični i znanstveni razvoj iste i autonomnu implementaciju novih tehnologija, znanja i vještina. Trenutačno su bolnice jedini izbor za porođaj u Bosni i Hercegovini, a zdravstveni profesionalci poput liječnika nadgledaju proces. Međutim, raste interes za rađaonice koje vode primalje kao alternativnu opciju za porod. Ovim rađaonicama u europskim zemljama upravljaju obučene i fakultetski obrazovane primalje koje pružaju personaliziranu njegu i podršku tijekom cijelog procesa nisko rizične trudnoće i poroda. Realnost ove tranzicije ovisi o različitim čimbenicima, a prvenstveno o promjeni paradigme trudnoće i porođaja kao dijagnoze i bolesti i trudnice/porodilje kao pacijentice, zatim zakonskih okvira koji će prepoznati značaj i autonomiju EU regulirane profesije, kvalitetne edukacije na fakultetima koji obrazuju primalje, te zdravstvenog sustava koji stremi promjenama u skladu s EU standardima.
Zaključak: Porođaj u specijaliziranim rađaonicama koje vode primalje je imperativ za svaki razvijeni i napredni zdravstveni sustav jer pruža ženama iskustvo i način poroda kako to one žele, no, postojeći zakonski okvir, ali i tradicionalni pristup porodu ne prati suvremene trendove niti osluškuje glas žena.
OPTIMIZACIJA JEDNOFOTONSKE EMISIONE TOMOGRAFIJE KOSTI KOD ONKOLOŠKIH PACIJENATA
Authors: Salkica Nusret , Begić Amela , Zubović Sandra , Julardžija Fuad , Cerić Šejla , Šehić Adnan
Published: May 2024

Uvod: Jednofotonska emisiona tomografija (SPECT) značajno je unaprijedila nuklearno-medicinsku dijagnostiku. Nedostatak SPECT metode su relativno niski signal-šum odnos (SNR) kao i kontrast-šum odnos (CNR). Nizak broj fotona slike predstavlja veliki problem kod SPECT snimanja zbog smanjenja signala uz povećanje šuma (pozadine slike). Zadnjih godina veliki broj naučnika ističe značaj SPECT snimanja niskog broja signala korištenjem savremenih detektorskih sistema i naprednih softverskih modaliteta. Najznačajniji napredak rekonstrukcije SPECT snimaka predstavlja primjena metode oporavka rezolucije (RR) kod snimanja miokarda (Myovation Evolution) i koštanog sistema (Evolution for Bone) jer dugotrajna SPECT akvizicija smanjuje komfor uz pojavu artefakata micanja i smanjenje kvaliteta slike. Savremeni metod zasnovan je na principu “Half-Time SPECT” uz jednaku senzitivnost i specifičnost tomografske studije.
Materijal i metode: Istraživanje je provedeno kao prospektivna klinička eksperimentalna studija na uzorku od 100 pacijenata sa potvrđenom onkološkom dijagnozom. Izvršena je komparacija snimaka pune i skraćene dužine akvizicije (skraćenje za 25 i 50% od pune akvizicije). Svi snimci su rekonstruisani sa tri različita protokola. Ukupno je ispitano 9 različitih SPECT protokola. Na svim snimcima nivo šuma, odnos signal-šum kao i odnos kontrast-šum su mjereni za isto anatomsko područje.
Rezultati: Skraćenjem trajanja akvizicije zabilježen je porast vrijednosti šuma, najblaži porast zabilježen je korištenjem Evolution for Bone protokola. Smanjenjem trajanja akvizicije SNR i CNR značajno su smanjeni, dok je protokol koji je koristio RR modalitet zabilježio veću vrijednost SNR i CNR na 50% akvizicije u odnosu na punu akviziciju bez RR modaliteta.
Zaključci: Analizom snimaka skraćene i pune akvizicije uz primjenu parametara rekonstrukcije došlo se do zaključka da RR modalitet omogućava skraćenje trajanja SPECT akvizicije bez značajnog uticaja na povećanje vrijednosti šuma. SNR i CNR primjenom RR modaliteta i dalje mogu ostati visoki pri čemu je omogućena jasna detekcija patoloških lezija kao i kod pune SPECT akvizicije.
KVALITET ŽIVOTA DJECE I ADOLESCENATA OBOLJELIH OD DIABETES MELLITUS-a TIP1
Authors: Mrkulić Elmedina , Mahmutović Jasmina
Published: May 2024

Uvod: Postoje značajni dokazi da djeca sa Diabetes mellitus-om tip 1 (DMT1) imaju niži kvalitet života od svojih zdravih vršnjaka. Holistički pristup pacijentu podrazumijeva razumijevanje kvaliteta života koji je od prognostičke važnosti za poboljšanje ublažavanja simptoma, zdravstvenu njegu i rehabilitaciju pacijenata. Zdravstvena njega usmjerena na porodicu je koncept koji je prihvaćen kao idealan model pružanja zdravstvene zaštite, posebno kod djece sa DMT1, jer je dokazano da je sudjelovanje majke u liječenju dijabetesa vlastite djece najvažnija odrednica za dobru kontrolu glikemije.
Ciljevi rada: Ispitati faktore koji utiču na kvalitet života djece i adolescenata oboljelih od DMT1, istražiti podršku zdravstvenog sistema u Kantonu Sarajevo, te predložiti korektivne mjere na nivou porodice i zdravstvenog sistema u cilju poboljšanja kvaliteta života porodica sa djecom/adolescentima oboljelim od DMT1.
Metode istraživanja: Tip studije je studija presjeka provedena deskriptivno analitičkom metodom. U studiju je uključeno 50 djece/adolescenata oboljelih od DMT1 i 50 primarnih njegovatelja sa područja Kantona Sarajevo. Provođenjem relevantnog broja instrumenata istraživanja, holistički se pristupilo detekciji problema sa kojima se susreću djeca i adolescenti oboljeli od DMT1.
Rezultati: Bolji kvalitet života djece i adolescenata oboljelih od DMT1 je povezan sa boljom kontrolom glikemije, a kontrola glikemije kod djece i adolescenata značajno je povezana sa znanjem primarnog njegovatelja o dijabetesu. Podrška zdravstvenog sistema u Kantonu Sarajevo je nedostatna.
Zaključak: Uvažavajući potrebu edukacije i savjetovanja djece/adolescenata i njihovih roditelja/staratelja, od velikog značaja bi bilo definisanje potreba za uključivanjem zdravstvenih profesionalaca, posebno medicinskih sestara specijalista za dijabetes i nutricionista, koji bi realizovali kako preventivne programe, tako i korektivne mjere na nivou porodice i zdravstvenog sistema i obezbijedili podršku porodicama djece i adolescenata oboljelih od DMT1.
Tax Responsibilities Classification: Development in the context of Digitalization
Authors: Lyutova O. I.
Published: May 2024

The author of the paper has compiled the tax responsibilities classification that seems relevant in the context of digitalization of the economy. The classification was carried out in relation to the tax obligations that have undergone the most significant changes in their content and structure as a result of the introduction of digital technologies. The author justifies that during the period of digital transformation, the main tax obligation to pay taxes and fees under the criterion of the type of payment and the specifics of the payment procedure can both be performed in relation to individual taxes and fees, and represent a total tax obligation. The obligations regarding tax registration due to the nature of their implementation are divided into obligations related to the receipt by a participant of a tax relationship of some kind of a tax status and arising in connection with the payment of specific taxes. Tax reporting obligations are classified from the point of view of the source of their legal regulation into direct and indirect (having a latent character) obligations. The author substantiates the value of such a classification, assesses the adequacy of digital tools used at this stage and makes proposals for improving tax legislation and the practice of its application.
The Right to Information of Members of the Homeowners’ Association: The Guarantee of the Law-Maker and the Essence of the Corporate Organization
Authors: Laptev V. A.
Published: May 2024

Administration of common property of an apartment building by a homeowners’ association required consolidation of the rights to information not only for members of the partnership, but also for non-members of the association of homeowners in the Housing Code of the Russian Federation. The scope of information rights of members of the civil law community and the procedure for their implementation are debatable from the point of view of the purpose of granting such powers and their practical implementation. In particular, owners of premises who are not members of the partnership have equal rights, along with current members, to receive any information about the activities of the partnership. The paper analyzes the provisions of housing legislation regarding the information rights of relevant individuals. The paper determines objectives of legislative regulation and explains the specifics of implementing information rights in the context of digitalization of certain spheres of society and the economic challenges of our time. The author examines the provisions of legislation on personal data, on certain types of corporate organizations, on registration of real estate and other acts indicating the existence of restrictions and limits on the exercise of the right to information in Russian corporate organizations. Possible abuses of information rights are identified, and judicial practice on the issue under consideration is disclosed. The paper provides for the ways of housing legislation development also by means of consolidation of cases restricting the exercise of rights to receive information.
Kajian Lama Penyimpanan Asam Pedas Ikan Lele Menggunakan Standing Pouch Aluminium Foil
Authors: Afiqah Nurul , Hartanti Lucky , Rahayuni Tri
Published: May 2024

Catfish (Clarias sp.) is a potential freshwater fish to be developed into traditional West Kalimantan food, namely Asam Pedas. The product’s short shelf life is only about 1-2 days, so the right packaging technology is needed to extend its shelf life. This research uses catfish as the main ingredient and aluminium foil standing pouch packaging. This study aimed to determine the physicochemical characteristics of Asam Pedas Ikan Lele in aluminium foil standing pouch packaging during storage. The length of storage used was 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 days. The parameters observed were pH value, thiobarbituric acid (TBA), total plate count (TPC), and sensory in color, aroma, and texture. The results showed that the length of storage significantly affected the pH value. The total number of microbes that meet the maximum limit of microbial contamination in food is stored for 15 days at 3,1 x 104 CFU/ml. Sensory results showed that the length of storage on days 5 and 10 was not significantly different, while the length on 15, 20, and 25 days was significantly different in color, aroma, and texture.
A study of knowledge, attitude and perception of perimenopausal changes in women aged 40-45 years in Gurugram district of Haryana, India
Authors: Nath Jayati , Raval Atri , Ghanshyam Jain Nikita
Published: May 2024

Background: Menopause, defined as cessation of menstruation for at least one year duration, due to exhaustion of the ovarian functions. 'Perimenopause' or 'climacteric' is the period of transition in which the woman's body makes the changes for menopause.
Methods: A cross- sectional study by recruiting 100 female participants between 40-45 years.
Results: 56% women have not heard about the term menopause or perimenopause. 50% thought that stoppage of menstrual cycle was a natural phenomenon and 70% had no idea about the risk factors of perimenopause or menopause. 68% females did not know about hormone replacement therapy.
Conclusions: More spread of awareness and health education is needed regarding the same so as to clarify the doubts and bust the many myths existing so as to help women have a smooth transition to menopause and have a healthy and productive post-menopausal life.
The impact of exercise on pregnancy: a comprehensive examination of benefits, risks, and considerations
Authors: Fayyazi Moghaddam Shiva
Published: May 2024

Pregnancy represents a crucial developmental stage characterized by notable physiological transformations. The significance of maintaining an active lifestyle during this period is widely acknowledged as a crucial element of prenatal health, providing a multitude of advantages for the overall well-being of both the mother and the fetus. This article offers a comprehensive examination of the role of exercise during pregnancy, delving into the physiological adjustments, suggested recommendations, and the potential advantages and drawbacks. Physical activity during pregnancy has been shown to have positive effects on weight management, the prevention of gestational diabetes and hypertensive diseases, as well as the enhancement of mood, body image, and sleep quality. There is a positive impact on fetal health outcomes, including ideal birth weight and enhanced heart rate patterns. Nevertheless, some medical issues and complications during pregnancy may necessitate adjustments or contraindications to activity. Although the advantages of exercise are well recorded, numerous pregnant women encounter obstacles when it comes to engaging in physical activity. Healthcare practitioners assume a pivotal role in resolving these problems and facilitating the promotion of safe and effective exercise among expecting moms. Additional investigation is required to clarify the most beneficial exercise recommendations, ascertain efficacious intervention approaches, and advocate for exercise as an essential element of prenatal healthcare.
Molecular xenomonitoring for the assessment of lymphatic filariasis transmission in Jaffna and Trincomalee districts in Sri Lanka
Authors: Azizur Rahman Mohammad
Published: May 2024

Background: Lymphatic filariasis also known as elephantiasis is a neglected tropical disease causes by filarial parasites are transmitted to humans through infected female mosquito bite. The disease was formerly endemic in Sri Lanka and has been declared eliminated as a public health problem in 2016. However, LF transmission was not studied in detail in Jaffna and Trincomalee districts due to the long political unrest. The present study, LF transmission in mosquito was assessed by Molecular Xenomonitoring.
Methods: A prior investigation was carried out to detect anti-filarial IgG4 in urine with ELISA and circulating filarial antigen in capillary blood with Filariasis strip tests. Subjects become positive in both testes were included their house location for mosquito collection to conduct MX. Surrounding residents were selected as target for mosquito collection with CDC gravid trap. Collected mosquitoes were dried and sorted in 827 pools (≤20 mosquitoes/pool). DNA was extracted and purified from all the pools and examined by Polymerase Chain Reaction to detect filarial DNA.
Results: Total, 16,631 female C. quinquefasciatus mosquitoes were collected by CDC gravid traps and tested with PCR. All pools from Jaffna and Trincomalee districts were negative for W. bancrofti infection. But, four pools (0.67%) from Trincomalee district were positive for B. malayi infection which indicated possible resurgence of brugian filariasis.
Conclusions: The result suggested no evidence of infection of bancroftian filarisis. However, identification of B. malayi filarial DNA in post elimination phase is concerning and warrant further investigation.
Team based learning: an effective teaching-learning method in undergraduate teaching in community medicine
Authors: D. Thirunaaukarasu , E. Karthikeyan , Norman Prasan , M. Geetha , Felicia Princz , J. Tejas
Published: May 2024

Background: “Team-based learning (TBL)” is a special approach by using small groups that is student centered, teacher guided Teaching and Learning method. Medical Council of India (MCI) emphasizes small group teaching. With increasing student numbers and decreasing/no change in faculty strength, the need for an effective T-L method for incorporating small group teaching in a large group is essential. So, this study attempts to evaluate the effectiveness and student reaction for TBL.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among III-year MBBS students attending block posting in the Department of Community Medicine, KIMS and RC. Pre-test and post-test after Team based learning implementation by designated faculties was conducted, and scores were analysed. The feedback of TBL was collected by using a Likert scale from students and also from faculties.
Results: The mean scores of pre- and post-test were analyzed by Paired T test which was statistically significant (p value <0.05). The student reaction evaluated by 7 items Likert scale questionnaire showed that most of the students either agreed or strongly agreed that TBL enhanced their learning experience and confidence. The faculty feedback about TBL was also positive.
Conclusions: TBL can be effectively implemented in medical colleges for the better results and student reaction.
How multimorbidity relates to road traffic accident among older adults and elderly population: insights from longitudinal aging study in India (1st wave)
Authors: Halder Pritam , Seth Ashwani Kumar , Kansal Shubham , Pal Saumyarup , Mamgai Anshul
Published: May 2024

Background: Multimorbidity and road traffic accidents increase with increasing age. Supplemented with increasing life expectancy at birth, both multimorbidity and RTAs will contribute significantly to the growing disease burden of the country. The objective of the study was to determine the association between multimorbidity and RTAs among older adults (above 45 years) and the elderly (above 60 years) population in India.
Methods: A secondary data analysis was conducted using the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI)-1st wave data (April 2017 to December 2018). Participants having at least two chronic health conditions were described as multimorbidity. Road traffic accidents (RTAs) was taken as the outcome variable. Univariate followed by multivariable logistic regression was conducted between the outcome variable and each explanatory variable.
Results: Data extracted consisted of 34704 (51.1%) older adults and 31902 (47.9%) elderly. Multimorbidity was present in 25054 (37.6%) individuals. Among the RTA group, 325 (26.5%) individuals had multimorbidity. The elderly with multimorbidity (at least two) were associated with the RTA with an adjusted odds ratio (CI) of 0.55 (0.45-0.67) and p value of <0.001 in comparison to older adults. Clerical and skilled individuals with multimorbidity were associated with RTA in comparison to unemployed individuals with multimorbidity with an adjusted odds ratio (CI) of 1.40 (1.10-1.79) and p value of 0.007.
Conclusions: The RTA was evident among males aged 45-60 years with multimorbidity. Clerical and skilled individuals with multimorbidity were more prone to RTA. These individuals should be encouraged to take necessary measures to promote healthy living and adhere to them.
Capacidades científicas y tecnológicas en Uruguay: versión resumida: 35 años del proceso de construcción
Authors: Baptista Belén , Bianchi Carlos
Published: May 2024

La División de Competitividad, Tecnología e Innovación del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo investiga la respuesta de varios países del mundo a la crisis causada por la pandemia de COVID-19 desde la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación, en busca de experiencias y lecciones aprendidas que puedan ser de interés y estímulo para los países de América Latina y el Caribe que quieran prepararse para enfrentar situaciones similares. El objetivo general del presente estudio es identificar y analizar los principales factores que han contribuido al desarrollo de capacidades científicas y tecnológicas de Uruguay en los últimos tres decenios, que han permitido al país responder de forma rápida y efectiva a la crisis sanitaria provocada por la COVID-19. Esta publicación, que se estructura en cinco capítulos, es la versión resumida de https://publications.iadb.org/es/capacidades-cientificas-y-tecnologicas-en-uruguay-35-anos-del-proceso-de-construccion.
PERCEPÇÃO DE GRADUANDOS DE FISIOTERAPIA SOBRE AS MÍDIAS SOCIAIS “FISIO MULHER UFES” QUANTO A ACESSO, ADESÃO E APRENDIZAGEM
Authors: Ferreira Fachini de Oliveira Néville , Muniz Santos Caroline , Pereira de Abreu Katielly , Santuzzi Cintia Helena , Mayrink Gonçalves Liberato Fernanda , Rodrigues Nascimento Lucas
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a percepção de graduandos de Fisioterapia sobre limitações e benefícios quanto a acesso, adesão e aprendizagem das mídias sociais do projeto de extensão “Fisio Mulher UFES”. Métodos: trata-se de um estudo de corte transversal, realizado com graduandos do Curso de Fisioterapia da Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo matriculados na disciplina de Fisioterapia na Saúde da Mulher no semestre de 2021/2 no formato híbrido (aulas teóricas remotas e aulas práticas presenciais). A docente responsável pela disciplina disponibilizou, de forma sistematizada, ao longo do semestre, no ambiente virtual de aprendizagem (Google Sala de Aula), conteúdos produzidos pelo projeto de extensão “Fisio Mulher UFES”, sendo 71 do Instagram e 6 do YouTube. Na última semana do semestre de 2021/2, foi enviado por e-mail o convite para participação do estudo com formulário on-line, que foi preenchido pelos graduandos que aceitaram participar. Resultados: dezenove graduandos completaram o formulário. Todos responderam que conhecem e acessam as mídias. A maioria as utilizava (95%) e não relatou nenhuma limitação (79%). Identificaram-se diversos benefícios pelo acesso e utilização de mídias. A maioria (84%) respondeu que a utilização das mídias sociais contribuiu para o aprendizado quando comparado com disciplinas que não as utilizavam. Ambas as mídias (Instagram e YouTube) apresentaram satisfação geral alta (9,1 ± 1,5). Conclusão: a percepção dos graduandos sobre as mídias sociais do projeto de extensão “Fisio Mulher UFES” é que seu acesso e sua utilização trazem muitos benefícios, em especial para a aprendizagem, sendo que a maioria relatou não ter nenhuma limitação para acesso.
A Review on Antidiabetic Edible Plants Used by Garo Community of Meghalaya, India
Authors: Debnath Bikash , Singh Waikhom Somraj , Saha Sourav , Manna Kuntal , Chakraborty Raja , Goswami Sanchari
Published: May 2024

Metabolic syndrome characterized by inadequate insulin secretion. The world's 2.8% of the population is affected by diabetes, and it is projected to reach 4.4% by 2030. Recently plant-based products have given significant results for curing diabetics. In this review article, we have summarized the taxonomical classification, phytochemical investigation, toxicological study, and anti-diabetic activity of nine edible plants traditionally used by Garo communities of Meghalaya to cure diabetic mellitus. The book “Antidiabetic Plants in India and Herbal Based Antidiabetic Research” by K Chandrasekhar Naidu and T Pullaiah helps to choose the anti-diabetic plant species of Meghalaya and Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, Google Scholar databases have been used for collecting the complete information of plants. Literature reveals that all the selected plants contain bio-active constituents (alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids, tannins, terpenoids, glycosides, etc.), do not give a toxic effect at the highest level of dose, and give significant anti-diabetic activity. This review article helps natural researchers discover of new anti-diabetic drug.
Identification of Bioactive Molecules in Traditional Siddha Formulation “Nilaavarai Choornam”
Authors: Selva Sivagami S. , Abirami Swetha S. , Swetha V. , Ravichandran N. , Lavanya R. , Rajalakshmi P. , Brindha P.
Published: May 2024

The Siddha system of medicine is developed by ancient Tamil Siddhars, through their spiritual power. In the present work, the Siddha herbal formulation Nilaavarai choornam (NVC) is selected and chemically evaluated for its major active constituents. All standardization parameters were evaluated for the in-house and market samples of NVC. These parameters will also be useful in checking the quality of the ingredients and the end product. Its ingredients are senna, ginger, black pepper, ajowan and embelia. It is administered to treat constipation, indigestion, flatulence and intestinal worms. Pharmacognostic parameters of Nilaavarai choornam were determined through powder microscopy and chemical studies. Preliminary phytochemical screening was carried out using petroleum ether, chloroform, acetone, alcohol and water extracts obtained through successive extraction methods. Fluorescence analysis was also performed to detect chromophores present in this formulation. HPTLC Fingerprinting profile was determined to identify the active molecules present in this formulation. Powder microscopy of this formula suggested the presence of characteristic, calcium crystals, oleoresin, stone cells, endosperm cells, striated cuticle and parenchyma cells. The powdered material showed 2.8% loss on drying for NVC-M and 2.5% for NVC-H, 3% of ash for both samples and 0.54% of acid insoluble ash for NVC-M and 0.09% for NVC-H. Preliminary phytochemical screening of various extracts revealed the presence of proteins, sterols, terpenoids, carbohydrates, flavonoids, tannins, quinones, alkaloids and glycosides. The HPTLC fingerprinting profile of the chloroform fraction of NVC-M and NVC-H showed characteristic spots. Also, HPTLC determination was done with the standard gingerol and piperine and the results obtained confirmed the presence of active ingredients in both the samples.
Assessment of In vitro antioxidant and Analgesic activity of Ethyl acetate fraction of Urena Lobata leaves
Authors: B. Shelke Ajay , Navale Archana , Patel Komal , Patidar Nishant , Parsaila Nitesh , Sharma Dinesh , Shinde Sagar , Wakchaure Rutika
Published: May 2024

Background: The primary aim of this study is to identify the most active fraction from Urena lobata leaves and subsequently evaluate the analgesic and antioxidant accomplishments of the identified potent extract. The focus is on determining the fraction with the highest efficacy for potential therapeutic applications. Methods: U. lobata leaves were consecutively extracted with solvents like n-hexane, chloroform, ethyl acetate, and methanol. The concentrated fractions underwent initial phytochemical screening. The fraction exhibiting the highest activity, as determined by the carrageenan model, was further evaluated for its analgesic potential through the hot plate and acetic acid-induced writhing methods. In-vitro antioxidant activity was evaluated through DPPH and FRAP assays. Results: The preliminary phytochemical analysis of U. lobata leaf fractions exposed the presence of steroids, triterpenes, alkaloids, carbohydrates, tannins, and flavonoids. In the carrageenan-induced hind paw edema model, the ethyl acetate fraction of U. lobata leaf (ULEAF) demonstrated the highest anti-inflammatory effects, comparable to the standard drug Diclofenac sodium. Evaluation of analgesic potential using the hot-plate method and acetic acid-induced writhing test showed dose-dependent efficacy, with 500 mg/kg ULEAF exhibiting effects similar to ibuprofen. In vitro, antioxidant assays indicated potent radical scavenging and reducing power in the ethyl acetate fraction. Conclusion: In conclusion, U. lobata leaf fractions exhibited potent anti-inflammatory properties, with the ethyl acetate fraction demonstrating notable analgesic and antioxidant activity. These findings support the plant’s therapeutic potential for further exploration in pharmaceutical development.
The Impact of Interactive Learning Applications on EFL Students' Preferences and Academic Achievement
Authors: Ginting Donny Adiatmana , Ramadhan Syahrul
Published: May 2024

This study aims to investigate the perceptions of English as Foreign Language (EFL) students regarding the use of interactive learning applications. The research methodology is quantitative, using questionnaires to collect data on students' perceptions of interactive learning applications and their preferences in this regard. Additionally, academic performance data are included. The study population includes all students at Teacher Training and Educational Sciences College (STKIP) Al Maksum, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The sample consists of 20 students from the English Department Study Program, enrolled during the 2021/2022 academic year. The results of the study indicate that students' perceptions of interactive learning applications influence their choice of learning applications, ultimately impacting their learning outcomes. Based on the total score of students' perceptions of learning applications, students are more inclined to choose Kahoot for use in EFL. This is because, in terms of effectiveness, enjoyment, and perceived learning, this application excels over Quizizz.
Distance Learning in Preparing Primary School Teachers During a Pandemic
Authors: Skutil Martin , Maněnová Martina , Thuy Lam Ha Thai , Kieu Nguyen Thi , Wolf Janet , Bich Van Le Thi , Vítová Jitka
Published: May 2024

The coronavirus pandemic has affected all areas of education, including teacher training. Therefore, teacher training faculties had to deal with this unexpected situation very quickly. This affected both students and teachers. The research survey includes two institutions preparing future teachers of primary schools – one in the Czech Republic and one in Vietnam. The research group consists of pre-service primary teachers and academic staff who prepares them. The result shows that the shortcomings or disadvantages of online teaching were similarly evaluated by students in the items such as poor personal contact with the teacher and low physical activity. Notable and very different was the evaluation of the item change of methods and forms of teaching. From the teachers’ perspective, a notable fact is that the disadvantages of online teaching were perceived similarly by both cultures. On the other hand, the effectiveness of online teaching was perceived with a slight difference of opinion.
Tangible Financial Benefits of Palm Oil Plantations with and without Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil Certification in Thailand
Authors: Chanthawong Anuman , Khongkon Benjawan , Aujirapongpan Somnuk , Thaweehirunratthakid Natcharee , Laoyang Kamonvan , Zulfiqar Farhad
Published: May 2024

Thailand has attempted to produce sustainable palm oil by encouraging grower-developed Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) criteria with many campaigns, but the target has still not been achieved. Here, we determined the tangible financial benefits of certified and noncertified farmers of 3 groups, namely, those with a large planting area, cooperative members, and small growers supported by palm oil mills, to illustrate the advantage of RSPO certification. The results showed that all certified groups received greater net returns than the noncertified groups, with net return differences of 0.34 baht per kilogram for large planting areas, 0.70 baht per kilogram within the cooperative group and 0.13-1.10 baht per kilogram under the group supported by palm oil mills. However, the increasingly important RSPO certification should provide knowledge to improve agricultural practices because they are affected by increasing net returns and reducing variable costs. The government should provide financial loans for growers who want RSPO certification because of the high costs of certification and develop criteria, and grower integration can increase negotiation power to decrease the cost of production.
The Development of Android-Based Statistical Application for Taekwondo Match Analysis
Authors: Al Ardha Muchamad Arif , Nurhasan Nurhasan , Ristanto Kolektus Oky , Wijaya Andhega , Java Muhammad Iskandar , Bikalawan Sauqi Sawa , Putra Kukuh Pambuka , Yang Chung Bing
Published: May 2024

Rapid advances in technology are of particular concern in the development of sports. Studies related to the application of technology in sports have begun to develop, especially in the sport of Taekwondo. This research aims to develop an Android-based statistical application that focuses on analyzing taekwondo matches. This is an research and development (R&D) project. Interviews were conducted to collect information needed for researchers and the needs of athletes and coaches in developing this application. Experiments and evaluations are needed to perfect the applications that have been created. The results of the study are statistical applications for analyzing attack techniques, defensive techniques, and game patterns. These applications were specifically designed for the Android platform. The main advantage of this application is its ability to increase efficiency and accuracy in match analysis, replacing manual methods that are prone to errors. By providing tools that can be accessed on a variety of mobile devices, the app hopes to bring positive change in the way coaches and athletes approach competition preparation. In conclusion, it is hoped that the development of an Android-based statistical application can make a real contribution to the development of the sport of taekwondo by providing specific, efficient and responsive technological solutions.
On invariant manifolds of stable trajectories in quasiperiodically forced nonlinear dynamical systems
Authors:   Saratov Branch of Kotel`nikov Institute of Radiophysics and Electronics of Russian Academy of Sciences, Jalnine Aleksej
Published: May 2024

In terms of the quasiperiodically driven Henon map we show that two—dimensional stable invariant manifolds of the nodal invariant curve of а smooth invertible three—dimensional map can possess both differentiable and fractal structure. The fractalization of manifolds precedes the destruction of a smooth invariant curve and the birth of а strange nonchaotic attractor in modeling system. An observation of the angle between manifolds along trajectories that belong to the invariant curve after its manifolds fractalization and the strange nonchaotic attractor shows аn existence оf tangencies of the stable manifolds corresponding to different characteristic exponents. This fact means the violation of parabolic structure of manifolds in a small vicinity of the nodal invariant curve.
The influence of time delay on interacting scientific fields dynamics
Authors:   Saratov State University, Mchedlova Elena
Published: May 2024

The mathematical model of two interacting scientific fields with time delays is presented. On the base of numerical simulation results and with synergetic approach the comparative analysis and qualitatively comparison with real systems behaviour is performed.