bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Authentic Teaching Tasks for Academic Success, Attitude, Problem Solving, and Creative Thinking Skills
Authors: Pullu Emine Kübra , Gömleksiz Mehmet Nuri
Published: January 2022

This research was prepared in order to determine the change in students’ academic achievement, retention levels and attitudes, and problem solving skill and creative thinking skill as a result of programming teaching with authentic task-based applications. The research was prepared using an experimental design with pretest-posttest control group. In the study group of the research, 2ndyear Computer Technologies Department students who studied at Erciyes University in the 2017–2018 academic year and took the Web Design Fundamentals course and the Research Methods and Techniques course are included. One of the second-year branches was determined as experimental group (n = 30) and the other one was determined as the control group (n = 33). The teaching of programming to the experimental group students was carried out with authentic tasks. Lessons were conducted with the control group students using the traditional teaching method. Achievement test developed by the researchers as pre-test, post-test, retention test, as well as Attitude Scale Toward Computer Programming developed by Baser (2013), Problem Solving Inventory developed by Heppner and Peterson (1982) and adapted to Turkish by Sahin, Sahin and Heppner (1993), “How Creative Are You?” scale developed by Raudsepp (1977) and adapted to Turkish by Coban (1999) were used. With research, it was concluded that authentic task-oriented practices increased students’ programming academic success and attitudes towards programming, and also positively affected both students’ problem-solving skills and creative thinking skills.
Integrating Sustainability-Oriented Ecologies of Practice Across the Learning Cycle: Supporting Transformative Behaviours in Transgenerational, Transnational and Transdisciplinary Spaces
Authors: Adefila Arinola , Chen Yung Fang , Dang QueAnh , Dewinter Alun , Antonelli Marta , Massari Sonia , Saarto Annika , Viviani Alessandra , Filipova Tsvetelina , Ammari-Allahyari Theo Mojitaba , Karlsson Lars
Published: January 2022

The article examines the complexities associated with effectively and comprehensively tackling the climate change crisis. Focusing on the need for education, the authors discuss a model of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) that supports the development of competencies, coalition building and the capacity to support and maintain positive action. Drawing upon principles highlighted by the United Nations, the paper outlines the breadth and depth of knowledge required to support transformative ESD. Firstly enhancing comprehensive knowledge that develops cognitive, affective and axiological dimensions and proficiency. This enhances critical engagement with information and enables individuals to act responsibly and align with others in coalition building. The second element refers to collaborative partnership that is crucial for changes to be effective. This has been one of the most challenging barriers preventing positive action on the catastrophe pf climate change. Finally, the paper emphasizes the need to develop the competencies for supporting collective action, which will enable sustained action across transnational, transdisciplinary and transnational boundaries.
Intellectual Capital in Terms of Regional Development of the Republic of Serbia
Authors: Veselinović Petar , Veljković Marija
Published: January 2022

Empirical research of intellectual capital in term of regional development of the Republic of Serbia aims to show and explain the function of intellectual capital in the regional development of the Republic of Serbia, and point out the disparities of national regions in terms of economic development and intellectual capital resources. Intellectual capital today is one of the most important social subsystems, which, by its scope and influence, is gaining an increasing importance in the development of modern society. As a complex, dynamic human process of knowledge use, intellectual capital is tied to the notion of “new knowledge-based economy”. Intellectual capital at the macroeconomic level is a new area of research that focuses on understanding, measuring, and reporting on intangible assets that may have an impact on the creation of national wealth. The concept of intellectual capital is abstract, unambiguous and complex, which leads to numerous differences in the interpretation of this economic category. The results of empirical research confirmed that intellectual capital is in a significant linear functional relationship with economic growth in the Republic of Serbia - in 63.5% of cases, economic growth is explained by intellectual capital resources in the period 2012-2018. Also, the research confirmed significant inequalities in the development and available resources of intellectual capital in the regions of the Republic of Serbia.
Accounting Policies in the Function of Quality Assessment of Financial Statements
Authors: Raičević Jelena
Published: January 2022

Financial statements represent an instrument by which relevant information about a company is passed on to its users. Based on the information presented in the financial statements, i.e. information on the financial position and performance of the company, and generated cash flows and capital, users make business decisions. Specific accounting policies serve as the basis for the preparation of quality financial statements. Management is responsible for the preparation and presentation of financial statements and selects accounting policies. Although simple, the issue of choosing the accounting policies can be extremely delicate and complex. Besides management, there are other stakeholders who may be affected by this issue. As a consequence, there are complex relationships that affect the choice of accounting policies, and thus the quality of financial statements.
Ultrasound Application in Physical Therapy of Dogs: Comparative Study
Authors: Verebová V. , Staničová J.
Published: January 2022

The application of ultrasonic methods in veterinary medicine, especially in the therapy of dogs, is the main objective of this study. We compared the frequency of therapeutic ultrasound using in rehabilitation as well as in microsurgical interventions of dogs in Slovakian and Hungarian veterinary practices. Regarding to the evaluation of survey realized in restricted regions, the ultrasound therapies and interventions are currently used in Slovakia less than in Hungary. Our study could start a change in this unfavourable aspect in Slovakian veterinary medicine and contribute to a better promotion of ultrasound application in the therapy of animals.
Selection of the Most Reliable Method for the Analysis of Inhibitory Substances in Raw and Skimmed Milk
Authors: Hriciková S. , Kožárová I.
Published: January 2022

Milk used for human consumption must comply with the European Union legislative requirements for residues of inhibitory substances in milk, the values of which must not exceed the established maximum residue limit. In order to ensure the quality and safety of milk and milk products placed on the market, the presence of residues of inhibitory substances should be monitored and verified. The aim of our study was to select the most reliable method for the analysis of residues of inhibitory substances in milk. In the search for the most reliable method, a total of 49 milk samples were tested in the form of raw milk, skimmed milk and skimmed-milk powder throughout the agri-food chain. For comparison, the microbial inhibition tests Eclipse 50, Eclipse Farm, Explorer 2.0, Delvotest®, Premi®Test and the fast receptor screening test TwinSensor were used. The most relevant results were obtained by the Eclipse 50 and Eclipse Farm tests, the reliability of which were also confirmed by the Explorer 2.0 and Premi®Test tests. Moreover, according to the State Veterinary and Food Administration of the Slovak Republic, Eclipse 50 is an official reference method for the determination of residues of inhibitory substances in milk. Therefore, we can only state that of all the methods used, the Eclipse 50 seems to be the most reliable for routine control analysis of residues of inhibitory substances in all types of milk.
Our transformative journey to become action researchers
Authors: Rahman Md Hafizur , Lund Trine , Alamin Md , Krogh Erling , Gjøtterud Sigrid Marie
Published: January 2022

During my (Hafiz) childhood in Bangladesh, I experienced the negative impact of the educational system. My experiences initiated a process of conscientization leading to values-driven activism through the establishment of Education for Development and Sustainability (EDS), a child-friendly community of practice, with Trine and Alamin. In encounters with Erling and Sigrid, we became aware that our activities were in accordance with action research based on cooperative inquiry (Heron & Reason, 2008). From that point of departure, we developed our own collaborative living theory.

In this paper, we explore the research question “How did we become action researchers and what is our driving force?” by using Stoller’s (1989) autobiographical narrative method to analyse selected, lived experiences. Sharing lived experiences and engaging in activism with each other and the EDS children became the base for our conscientization, radical empiricism and contemplating involvement in EDS. Value based activism can create empathic relations and emotions through shared engagement for social justice and the realization that we create a shared reality. Hence, conducting action research with children/youth is in our experience a key to sustainable development. However, to increase the transparency and validity of our research, we needed to explore how our experiences and actions have influenced our values, emotions and decisions to conduct research, our research topic and the research in itself. Therefore, we have engaged co-researchers and participants to critically question the research practice and made it open for discussion and comments in order to see alternative ways of interpreting situations and processes.
Proof the Skewes’ number is not an integer using lattice points and tangent line
Authors: Ďuriš V. , Šumný T. , Lengyelfalusy T.
Published: January 2022

Skewes’ number was discovered in 1933 by South African mathematician Stanley Skewes as upper bound for the first sign change of the difference π (x) − li(x). Whether a Skewes’ number is an integer is an open problem of Number Theory. Assuming Schanuel’s conjecture, it can be shown that Skewes’ number is transcendental. In our paper we have chosen a different approach to prove Skewes’ number is an integer, using lattice points and tangent line. In the paper we acquaint the reader also with prime numbers and their use in RSA coding, we present the primary algorithms Lehmann test and Rabin-Miller test for determining the prime numbers, we introduce the Prime Number Theorem and define the prime-counting function and logarithmic integral function and show their relation.
An extensive extension of exponentiated exponential distribution using alpha power transformation – statistical properties and applications in engineering science
Authors: Ain S. Qurat Ul , Rather K. Ul Islam
Published: January 2022

In this article, an extension of exponentiated exponential distribution is familiarized by adding an extra parameter to the parent distribution using alpha power technique. The new distribution obtained is referred to as Alpha Power Exponentiated Exponential Distribution. Various statistical properties of the proposed distribution like mean, variance, central and non-central moments, reliability functions and entropies have been derived. Two real life data sets have been applied to check the flexibility of the proposed model. The new density model introduced provides the better fit when compared with other related statistical models.
Processing of party symbols and names predicts the results of 2019 Indian parliamentary election: Analysing psycholinguistic behavioural incongruency effects
Authors: Tarai Shashikanta , Bit Arindam , Kumar Roopak , Savekar Anbu
Published: January 2022

The response time and accuracy of processing verbal and nonverbal stimuli may predict the desired outcome of an event. Few studies have examined the psycholinguistic evidence of the speed-accuracy trade-off in the processing of political information to predict the outcome of an election. Therefore, we analysed the perceptual time and accuracy of two major political party names: the Indian National Congress (INC) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and their respective symbols before the Indian election 2019. Our results demonstrated that the pre-election perceptual accuracy to party symbol and name was positively linear to the index of high proportional vote share of the winning party, BJP. The high response accuracy and time for the BJP name correlated with voters’ familiarity of it, thereby establishing a link between response results and parties’ vote shares.
Artificial Intelligence as a Decision Making Tool for Military Leaders
Authors: Baboş Alexandru
Published: January 2022

Capable of processing the volume, variety, accuracy and speed of data at rates and precision impossible for humans to achieve, artificial intelligence-enabled systems offer great potential in supporting the decision making. However, the impact of the use of AI will not be solely for future leaders, but will also affect those they lead. This article means to highlight these possible effects on leaders, by presenting some important connections between AI and leadership.
The Influence of Disruptive Technologies in the Field of Defense
Authors: Metea Ileana
Published: January 2022

The impact of technology in the field of defense is often analyzed in terms of the quality and quantity of the tasks provided, another issue being how man and machine can collaborate in order to make the right choices while maintaining the human autonomy. This dilemma affects the workplace all over the world, from small businesses to large multinational corporations from households to and nation states. The development of military strategies is increasingly disrupted by artificial intelligence-based technologies that accelerate automation systems and processes. From weapon systems to so-called high-tech portable devices – digital equipment innovations are benefitting the armed forces, from logistics and strategic decision-making to training and combat action. It is not certain where these changes will lead to, but our future in this increasingly technology-dependent world will be largely determined by the social, political and economic decisions we are making today.
Quantum Internet and Security of Military Communications
Authors: Popescu Florin , Bucăţa George , Pistol Sorin
Published: January 2022

In general, the Internet relies on complex codes to protect information, but hackers are becoming more adept at defeating such systems. These cyberattacks lead to privacy breaches of government officials, as well as large corporations, costing billions of euros per year in total and compromising customer data. According to ENISA reports, these numbers are set to rise. Quantum technology is seen by scientists as a revolutionary replacement for standard encryption techniques.
The Transpersonal War – Constituent of the Hybrid War
Authors: Manolea Aliodor
Published: January 2022

The study highlights aspects of the hybrid war waged by the Russian Federation in order to maintain, strengthen its areas of influence, penetrating areas inaccessible by classical means. The paper brings to the fore the nationalist interests, characteristics, objectives, tools and means used by the Russians in the current hybrid war. Using a reflective logic regarding the fact that there is a current of opinion in the US Armed Forces that argues that the real challenge for the United States is not the asymmetric war but the Transcendent War, I express the opinion that the Russian Federation also considers this issue. In this context, I draw attention to the research conducted in Romania on Distal Psychoinformational Influence as an offensive-defensive weapon that manifests itself without material support and acts subliminally, transcendently, in operations of knowledge, influence, domination and control of the opponent, both psychoemotional as well as somatic.
Could Virtual Currencies Replace Classic Money and Influence the Activities Of Banks?
Authors: Dumitru Alexandru-Cosmin
Published: January 2022

This article analyses the concept of virtual currencies by examining the origin and evolution of money in its’ classical form, identifies why classic money needs to evolve and why virtual currencies could represent the next step in their evolution (Vlasov, 2017). With the emergence of Bitcoin, terms as ‘blockchain technology’ and ‘virtual currencies’ have gained great notoriety. One of the reasons virtual currencies became so popular is that people believe that they could be very promising and could be capable to replace money in their traditional form. This being considered, the article tries to achieve the following objectives: to provide an overview on the evolution of money; make a comparison between virtual currencies and classic money; analyse the potential of virtual currency to replace fiat money (Jumde & Cho, 2020). The focus of this article was to gain a holistic insight into the new technology and its power to revolutionise the financial system. The study was performed by comparing various sources and examining existing studies, official reports issued by the EU institutions, opinions of various experts and financial journals articles, in order to create knowledge on the topic, as well as the author’s interpretation of the research material.
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected the Accessibility and Quality of Health Services in Poland
Authors: Tuczyńska Magdalena , Matthews-Kozanecka Maja , Nowak Arkadiusz , Baum Ewa
Published: January 2022

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on the global economy, including the provision of health services, with medical facilities and patients cancelling or postponing medical appointments. An alternative to in-person appointments was through the available forms of telemedicine. Scientific reports around the world have suggested that the accessibility and quality of health services declined. The aim of this study was to investigate the accessibility and quality of health services in Poland and to verify whether there were differences between men and women in this respect. The study was based on the authors’ own survey questionnaire filled in by 265 respondents, including 181 women, 82 men, and 2 persons without a defined gender. The study revealed that during the COVID-19 pandemic, the accessibility and quality of health services declined. Additionally, women were more likely to use general and specialist health services than men, but a comparison of changes in the assessment of accessibility and quality of services by gender revealed no differences in the assessment of accessibility and quality.
Analysis of Indications for Electrotherapy Using Classification Trees
Authors: Załuska Roman , Milewska Anna Justyna , Olszewska Joanna , Drygas Wojciech
Published: January 2022

Electrotherapy is a dynamically developing method of treatment of sinus node dysfunction and atrioventricular conduction disturbances. It is an extremely important method used in the treatment of heart failure. The aim of this paper was to use classification trees for the differentiation between patients implanted with one of the three electrotherapy devices, i.e. SC-VVI/AAI, DC-DDD, ICD/CRT. The analysed data concerned 2071 patients who underwent implantation or device replacement procedures in the years 2010–2018, hospitalized in a coronary care unit. CART-type classification trees with 5-fold cross-validation were used for the analysis. The decision concerning the choice of a particular electrotherapy device is always made based on the latest guidelines and the patient’s clinical condition. The used classification trees may enable verification of the state of implementation of guidelines in real-life therapeutic decisions.
The Place of e-learning in ALS Teaching
Authors: Grześkowiak Małgorzata , Rzeźniczek Piotr , Pytliński Adam , Stańdo Jacek , Roszak Magdalena
Published: January 2022

This paper presents the place of e-learning methods in the teaching of Advanced Life Support (ALS) to second year medical students. The described course lasts 30 hours and consists of lectures, seminars, and classes. Numerous modifications of the course were introduced in the past and at the moment electronic learning methods are being improved with new ones being added as well. The following have been implemented: 1. e-learning presentations instead of lectures; 2. recording own instructional movie demonstrating advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation; 3. a change in the method of conducting practical classes consisting in recording the medical procedures performed by students with a camera. Although e-learning plays an important role in ALS teaching, it cannot completely replace on-site classes. Thus, ALS without any practice to acquire resuscitation skills is impossible.
Domestication of Mathematical Pathologies
Authors: Pogonowski Jerzy
Published: January 2022

Certain mathematical objects bear the name “pathological” (or “paradoxical”). They either occur as unexpected and (temporarily) unwilling in mathematical research practice, or are constructed deliberately, for instance in order to delimit the scope of application of a theorem. I discuss examples of mathematical pathologies and the circumstances of their emergence. I focus my attention on the creative role of pathologies in the development of mathematics. Finally, I propose a few reflections concerning the degree of cognitive accessibility of mathematical objects. I believe that the problems discussed in the paper may attract the attention of philosophers interested in concept formation and the development of mathematical ideas.
The use of point counterpoint strategy in teaching EFL students’ writing skill at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 5 Bireun
Authors: Abdullah Abdullah , Kasim Usman , Marhaban Saiful
Published: January 2022

This study aimed to find out the use of point-counterpoint strategy to improve students’ writing skills on discussion text for the second-grade students of Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 5 Bireuen. This research used a quantitative method. The research subjects were 42 students from XI MIPA 1 and  MIPA 2. Class XI MIPA 1 was an experimental group and Class XI MIPA 2 was a control group. Both classes were selected for students’ equal ability. The instruments used to collect the data were tests; pretest and posttest and questionnaire. The writing test was used for pretest and post-test. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistic to find the mean scores of the two classes. The mean score of the pretest in the experimental class was 63.61 and the mean score of the posttest in the experimental class was 77. Meanwhile, the mean score of the pretest in the control class was 63.80 and the mean score of the posttest in the control class was 74.47. The  mean score of the experimental class was higher than the control class. Accordingly, the hypothesis of this research was accepted. In the questionnaire, the researchers found that almost all students choose “agree” toward the Point-Counterpoint strategy in writing discussion text.
Register analysis of language use in the Jakarta Post’s football news
Authors: Moulita Neiza
Published: January 2022

This research investigated the types of linguistic forms of English register and the meaning of register used in The Jakarta Post Football news. The linguistic forms that are investigated are specifically in content words and noun phrases. To obtain the data, documentation was used as the instrument. The data were analyzed using the model proposed by Elo and Kyangas (2007), it was found that there are two kinds of data in the form of content words, eight data of nouns, two verbs. In the form of the noun phrase, the researcher found two data in the category of attributive adjective and seven data of nouns in noun phrases. All of English registers found in The Jakarta Post’s football news have different meanings when compared with their conceptual meaning in the dictionary. The most dominant type of change in meaning is social meaning.
ТРАВМЫ И БОЛЕЗНИ НАСЕЛЕНИЯ ВЕРХНЕГО ПОСУРЬЯ И ПРИМОКШАНЬЯ XVII-XVIII ВВ.
Authors: Калмина Ольга Анатольевна , Калмин Олег Витальевич , Иконников Дмитрий Сергеевич
Published: January 2022

Статья характеризует антропологические материалы со следами патологических изменений. Все материалы происходят с территории Верхнего Посурья и Примокшанья и датируются концом XVII- XVIII вв. В ходе работы исследованы две остеологические коллекции, происходящие со старых кладбищ. Первая коллекция происходит с территории г. Пензы, вторая серия - с территории г. Наровчата. На костях часто встречаются следы посттравматических изменений. Они локализируются на своде черепа, в области глазницы и т.д. Сравнительно часто наблюдаются следы заживших переломов на ключицах. Относительно редко встречаются следы онкологических заболеваний. В материалах, происходящих с территории г. Пензы, сравнительно много костей со следами патологических изменений, связанных с сифилисом. Эти следы встречены на черепах и костях посткраниального скелета, преимущественно большеберцовых. В материалах, происходящих с территории г. Наровчата были встречены два черепа с патологиями прорезания зубов. В одном случае были встречены признаки аномалии развития костей таза, являющиеся результатом болезни Бехтерева.
РЕМЕСЛЕННАЯ СПЕЦИАЛИЗАЦИЯ УСАДЕБ В ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ ЧАСТИ ЗОЛОТООРДЫНСКОГО БОЛГАРА
Authors: Бадеев Денис Юрьевич
Published: January 2022

Археологические исследования 2011–2020 гг. в центральной части Болгарского городища позволили выделить границы городских усадеб второй половины XIII – начала XV вв. В статье обобщен и представлен анализ планиграфического и стратиграфического распределения характерных для ремесленных производств предметов: сырье, заготовки, брак, инструменты и производственные комплексы (горны). Впервые для данного участка городища представлены статистические данные по таким категориям предметов как стеклянные щитковые перстни и каменные литейные формы. Именно в раскопах 2011 – 2020 гг. зафиксирована максимальная концентрация указанных категорий предметов (стеклянных перстней – 1674 шт., створок литейных форм – 67 шт.). В результате удалось локализовать ремесленные производства (меднолитейное, ювелирное, косторезное, стеклообрабатывающее и обработка янтаря) в границах конкретных усадеб. Установлено, что ремесленные мастерские, в большинстве случаев, занимали внутренние части усадебных территорий.
Use of antibiotics among the general public: a survey-based study to assess the knowledge and attitude of the Saudis
Authors: Alhuwireni Arwa , Alamri Kholoud , Alrasheed Shehana , Aloraini Gada , Alshammary Alanoud , Alswaji Noor , Ansari Shahzeb
Published: January 2022

Background: Using antibiotics without prescription has been reported among the public in different countries due to poor/lack of knowledge about the possible outcomes and self-medication. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the level of knowledge attitude among the Saudi public toward the use of antibiotics.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a closed-ended validated questionnaire created online using Google Forms. The link was sent to the participants through social media and emails. All adults having a history of at least one antibiotic exposure in 12 months were included in this study. Data were collected and then analyzed using SPSS version 19. Descriptive statistics along with comparisons measured by Chi-square tests were conducted and explained.
Results: A total of 366 male and female participants participated in this study, most of the participants were female (n = 267), and the majority were aged 18-30 years (n = 278). Both males and females believed that every antibiotic has its unique role against specific infections. Their knowledge regarding antibiotics being effective against bacteria was also satisfactory. Male participants tend to use antibiotics after asking friends/family, bought antibiotics from pharmacies without prescription, and kept antibiotics in their homes for future use more than females with a significant difference (p = 0.022, 0.021, 0.010, respectively).
Conclusion: This study reported that participants\' overall knowledge regarding the use of antibiotics is satisfactory. Females had better knowledge than males regarding antibiotics, but there was no significant comparison among the age groups.
Wives’ multiple roles in supporting coastal families’ economy
Authors: Kusumawardhani Hapsari Ayu , Susilowati Indah
Published: January 2022

This study aims to explore the triple role of fishermen's wives, analyze how they contribute to their families' economy, and determine appropriate strategies for fishermen's wives to support household economies in the coastal area of Tegal City. This study finds that, on average, fishermen's wives have low educational levels and limited economic access. We use the mixed method (combining the quantitative and qualitative approaches) to analyze the data from 100 respondents selected with the purposive sampling method. Additionally, we also conduct in-depth interviews with selected key persons. Our results indicate that fishermen's wives in Tegalsari and Muarareja villages have triple roles (production, reproduction, and community management). They work to earn revenues while playing their domestic role (becoming housewives) and play active roles in their social lives. Further, these wives contribute significantly to their families' incomes. We then use ATLAS.ti as a qualitative analysis tool to analyze strategies for empowering fishermen's wives from the economic, cultural, and institutional aspects.
Stigma Perspectives from Adults Experiencing Substance Use, Mental Health and Homelessness Issues
Authors:   University Of Lethbridge, Ervin Amanda
Published: January 2022

Stigma in persons with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Mental Health (MH) and homelessness issues plays a significant role in the number of individuals who seek treatment from a MH professional.
COVID-19 Related Acute Lower Limb Ischemia Treated Via Percutaneous Thrombectomy and Catheter Direct Thrombolisis
Authors:   Sandro Pertini Hospital, De Santis Francesco
Published: January 2022

Background: The aim of this report is to describe and discuss a unique case of acute lower limb ischemia presented in a recovered COVID-19 patient treated via percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy and catheter directed thrombolysis. Starting from this singular case a wide literature review regarding COVID-19-related thrombo-embolic complications has been accomplished. Methods: A 47-year-old male was admitted to the emergency unit with acute lower limb ischemia three weeks after testing positive for COVID-19. He had been isolated at home because of minor COVID-19-related symptoms. Angio-CT-imaging showed a segmental occlusion of the common iliac artery coupled with retro-articular popliteal artery and leg vessels thrombosis. The patient was first unsuccessfully submitted to trans-femoral iliac thrombo-embolectomy. Results: Instead of peripheral limb vessel re-thromboembolectomy, a percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy coupled with leg vessel catheter direct thrombolysis was performed. The completion angiography showed the recanalization of the popliteal artery and leg vessels as far as the ankle but with a reduced forefoot vascularization. The fibrinolytic treatment was continued for 8 hours post-operatively. A compartment syndrome complicated the early post-operative course. There was a progressive recovery of ischemic symptoms and at 6-month follow-up, peripheral pulses were palpable with an almost complete normalization of foot and toe perfusion and motility. Conclusion: Acute lower limb ischemia following COVID-19-related arterial thrombo-embolic events represents a severe complication of COVID-19 infection and may result in a high rate of revascularization failure. In these cases, Percutaneous Mechanical thrombectomy coupled with catheter directed thrombolysis might represent a less traumatic and more selective approach.
Neonatal Mastitis to MRSA
Authors:   Unidade Local De Saúde Do Baixo Alentejo, Mendo Tânia
Published: January 2022

Neonatal mastitis is an inflammatory process of the mammary gland, presenting as erythema, edema, hypersensitivity, induration, sometimes with purulent exudate or abscess. It occurs more frequently in female infants, in the 3rd week of life and is usually unilateral. In most cases, the agent involved is Staphylococcus aureus and the clinical evolution is favorable.
Celiac Crisis in an Adult Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors:   Tzaneio General Hospital Of Piraeus, Katsifis-Nezis Dimitrios
Published: January 2022

We report a case of celiac crisis in a previously healthy 51-year-old female presenting with a month’s history of diarrhea, cachexia and an abnormal metabolic panel.The patient’s diarrhea resolved after initiation of a gluten free diet and she gained 4 kilograms during hospitalization. Celiac crisis is a very rare presentation of celiac disease in adults but nonetheless should be considered in patients with marked metabolic derangements in the setting of osmotic diarrhea.
A Rare Case of Chronic Kidney Disease with Photophobia
Authors:   Nephrology Resident, Department Of Nephrology, Madurai Medical College, Varghese Benoy
Published: January 2022

Cystinosis is a rare autosomal recessive disease characterized by cystine accumulation in the lysosome leading to various organdysfunction
Burnout of Frontline Health Care Workers Working during Sporadic and Cluster Periods of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Comparative Study
Authors: D Oyunsuren
Published: January 2022

The new SARS-n-CoV2 (COVID-19) pandemic is a global threat to the mental, physical and social health of the population.
Guidelines for management of hereditary angioedema: What is new? What is missing?
Authors: Radojicic Cristine
Published: January 2022

Background:Hereditary angioedema is an autosomal dominant disease that presents with recurrent episodic swelling of the submucosal and/or subcutaneous tissues of the cutaneous, gastrointestinal, and respiratory systems. Evaluation and treatment guidelines have been published nationally and internationally to aid the treating provider.Methods:A review of the most cited and most recent updated guidelines was undertaken to review key points and to explore real-world feasibility of incorporating them into clinical practice. The International World Allergy Organization/European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (WAO/EAACI) Guideline for the Management of Angioedema - The 2017 Revision and Update, and the consensus reports from the Hereditary Angioedema International Working Group, the Joint Task Force on Practice Parameters focused practice parameter update, and the most recently updated US HAEA Medical Advisory Board 2020 Guidelines for the Management of Hereditary Angioedema were reviewed and summarized.Results:Key points that have been consistent throughout the guidelines include recommendations for evaluation and classification of hereditary angioedema as well as evidence-based guidelines for treatment. Further attention is required on the evaluation and continuous assessment of the burden of illness and quality of life (QoL).Conclusion:The guidelines for management of hereditary angioedema provide a framework for the clinician. However, the physician-patient dialog with regard to the patient disease experience, which includes attack frequency, severity, and Qol, must be continually assessed.
Global perceptions of the current and future impacts of COVID-19 on hereditary angioedema management
Authors: Grivcheva-Panovska Vesna , Craig Timothy J. , Longhurst Hilary , Bara Noémi , Panovska Irina
Published: January 2022

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has greatly affected health-care provision across the globe. Management of chronic ailments has become challenging because of the strained health-care resources and social distancing measures that prevent on-site
clinical visits and treatments. Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a debilitating, chronic disease characterized by unpredictable swelling attacks in various parts of the body. Controlling HAE symptoms often requires long-term prophylactic medication use and regular medical care; however, limited
scientific information has been published about HAE medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Objective: To gather patient and health-care professional (HCP) perspectives on the global impact that COVID-19 has had, and the future impact it will have on HAE medical care
and to identify differences in perceptions across economic and geographic boundaries. Methods: We conducted two independent but similar online global surveys to capture patient and HCP perspectives on the impact that COVID-19 has had, and the future impact it will have
on HAE medical care. Results: Both patients and HCPs globally reported that the pandemic has limited the availability of HAE medical care, and they expect the restrictions to continue far beyond the pandemic. In addition, the results of our study suggested that telehealth
use has increased across the globe but has been more successfully implemented in high-income countries. Conclusion: Patients and HCPs expect that HAE-related care will be negatively impacted by the pandemic for many years. Disparities in medical care and technologic infrastructure
may exacerbate these challenges in non‐high-income countries. Supportive tools and global infrastructure should be established to provide aid to non‐high-income countries throughout the pandemic and several years after.
Outcomes of eosinophilic esophagitis in patients managed in a multidisciplinary clinic
Authors: McMurray Jeremy C. , Clair Benjamin St , Spriet Sarah W. , Min Steve B. , Brooks Daniel I. , Mikita Cecilia P.
Published: January 2022

Background: Eosinophilic esophagitis is a complex disease with an increasing prevalence. Multidisciplinary teams are often needed to manage this difficult-to-treat condition. Objective: To observe the clinical and histologic outcomes of patients with eosinophilic
esophagitis after management in a multidisciplinary clinic. Methods: An observational, retrospective chart review was conducted to include all patients referred to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center multidisciplinary eosinophilic esophagitis clinic between
August 2012 and February 2021. Only patients who had at least one esophagogastroduodenoscopy before referral, one or more visits and endoscopy after multidisciplinary management, and documented clinical symptoms were included. Statistical analysis was performed by using McNemar and Wilcoxon
tests. Results: A total of 103 patients were included in the study, with a mean age at diagnosis of 17.9 years. Management in the multidisciplinary clinic was associated with a reduction in solid-food dysphagia by 70.9%, poor growth by 70.8%, and emesis or regurgitation
by 87.5%. We observed that 48.5% and 62.1% had histologic remission (<15 eosinophils/hpf) on the initial and any post-multidisciplinary endoscopy, respectively. Only seven patients (5.8%) with two or more visits and endoscopies did not achieve histologic remission. More than two-thirds
of the patients (68.9%) required combination therapy to achieve remission. Conclusion: Although an observational study, these findings may suggest that the management of patients with eosinophilic esophagitis in a multidisciplinary clinic may improve the likelihood of clinical
and histologic remission. Targeted management with a multidisciplinary approach may reduce overall morbidity and slow disease progression; however, more research is needed.
Diverging trends of respiratory allergies and eczema in Greek schoolchildren: Six surveys during 1991‐2018
Authors: Malliori Styliani , Ntzounas Alexandros , Lampropoulos Panagiotis , Koliofoti Eleana , Priftis Kostas N. , Fouzas Sotirios , Anthracopoulos Michael B.
Published: January 2022

Background: The prevalence of childhood asthma, rhinoconjunctivitis, and eczema in the city of Patras, Greece, has been followed in four consecutive surveys since 1991. After a continuous rise in the prevalence of all three of these disorders, a plateau was reached for asthma
between 2003 and 2008, whereas the prevalence of rhinoconjunctivitis and eczema continued to increase. Objective: To investigate these trends in the same population into the following decade. Methods: We repeated two methodologically identical cross-sectional
parental questionnaire surveys in 2013 and 2018 among 8‐9-year-old schoolchildren (N = 2554 and N = 2648, respectively). In 2018, spirometry and fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) measurements were also performed. Results: Current asthma (i.e., wheeze/asthma
in the past 2 years) decreased from 6.9% in 2008 to 5.2% in 2013 and 4.3% in 2018 (p for trend < 0.001). The prevalence of lifetime (“ever had”) rhinoconjunctivitis also declined (5.1% in 2008, 4.4% in 2013, 3.0% in 2018; p for trend < 0.001), whereas that of lifetime eczema
increased (10.8%, 13.6%, and 16.1%, respectively; p for trend < 0.001). The relative risk of current asthma in children with ever-had rhinoconjundtivitis was 7.73 in 2008, 6.00 in 2013, and 6.69 in 2018, whereas the relative risk in those with ever-had eczema was 5.15, 2.80, and 2.22, respectively.
Among children with asthma, those with rhinoconjunctivitis had lower forced expiratory volume in the first second of expiration and higher FeNO values than those with eczema. Conclusion: The prevalence of asthma and rhinoconjunctivitis declined during the past decade in
Greek schoolchildren, whereas the prevalence of eczema continued to rise. Nevertheless, the relationship between rhinoconjunctivitis and asthma remained strong, whereas the association between eczema and asthma appears to have weakened.
Strengthening the coding skills of teachers in a low dropout Python MOOC
Authors:   School of Technology and Science, Hellenic Open University, Patras, Greece, Lazarinis Fotis , Karatrantou Anthi ,   Department of Education and Social Work, University of Patras, Patras, Greece, Panagiotakopoulos Christos ,   Department of Education and Social Work, University of Patras, Patras, Greece, Daloukas Vassilis ,   Department of Education and Social Work, University of Patras, Patras, Greece, Panagiotakopoulos Theodor ,   School of Technology and Science, Hellenic Open University, Patras, Greece
Published: January 2022

In this paper, we present a structured approach to developing an outreach program aimed at improving the coding abilities of pre- and in-service teachers. The paper presents the design and development decisions made using the ADDIE model. External evaluators assessed the material's quality, confirmed the estimated workload, and examined the material's relevance to the educational goals. Learners’ active participation was encouraged through multiple quizzes, and learners were assisted in their learning activities by means of practical examples. Based on the number of people who actually logged into the course, a completion rate of 70.84 percent is achieved. The paper presents and discusses the findings of an evaluation conducted with the assistance of experienced teachers and course participants.
RETROFIT OF PNEUMATIC MECHANISM MODEL USING VACUUM
Authors: Tuleja Peter , Ščurka Martin
Published: January 2022

The article describes a device for transferring manipulation objects using a vacuum suction cup. The suction cup is carried by the arm of the swing mechanism. The swing mechanism is realized by transforming the linear motion from a pneumatic pistonless drive to a rotary motion. The rack and pinion transformation block was used for this. The article describes the retrofit procedure of the originally designed structure, which had unsatisfactory parameters. In addition, the issue of saving the compressed air needed to generate the vacuum in the suction cup was addressed. Modification of the circuit can be performed by the manipulation cycle without the need for permanent activation of the ejector. The solution in its current form is used for the educational purposes of the department in the training of skills in the deployment of pneumatic mechanisms and in their programming.
PROCESS MONITORING BASED ON RFID TECHNOLOGY
Authors: Vagas Marek , Galajdova Alena
Published: January 2022

The article deals with process monitoring in an automated workplace from the company FESTO using RFID technology. It contains a detailed software and hardware configuration and the programming of the RFID read head (BALLUFF) in the Siemens software environment (TIA Portal). Furthermore, the article aims to point out the possibilities of processing data obtained in such a form. Another activity is the ongoing evaluation of these data and their projection into a graphical format (e.g., trend graphs).
СПОСІБ ПІДВИЩЕННЯ ЕФЕКТИВНОСТІ ДЕПЕРСОНІФІКАЦІЇ БАЗ ДАНИХ
Authors: Lipska Vlada
Published: January 2022

Тема є актуальною через необхідність захисту персональних даних під час зберігання чи використання у різних системах, тому попит на анонімізацію даних закономірно з кожним днем зростає. Розглянуто відомі способи статичних замін, побудов реляційних даних та залежних від заданих математично кривих даних, і запропоновано метод покращення результатів – поєднання відомих способів замін із штучним синтезом даних на основі їх природи, враховуючи математичні показники. Метод було перевірено експериментально та висвітлено результати такого застосування з аналізом.
SIMPLE SPEED MEASUREMENT IN SPORT BASED ON ULTRASOUND
Authors: Sukop Marek , Grytsiv Maksym , Krabáč Karol
Published: January 2022

The intention of our solution mentioned in the article was to create a simple device capable of measuring speed of a moving object. For various sports, such equipment is necessary during athletes' performance testing to determine progress. The designed device based on the ultrasonic sensor HC-SR04 in conjunction with Arduino is simple and inexpensive. The most important task in the implementation was to solve the synchronization between the measuring modules [1]. The nRF24L01 communication modules were used to synchronize the modules.
Análise do perfil de pacientes vítimas de trauma vesical em um hospital público de Alagoas
Authors: Melo Filho Reginaldo , Valente Maria Clara Motta Barbosa , Tenório Thiago Henrique Aquino , Gomes Maria Helena Leitão , Tenório Anna Caroline Moreira , Tenório Carlos Eugênio Lira
Published: January 2022

Objetivo: Analisar as características e incidência do trauma vesical durante cinco anos em um hospital geral do estado de Alagoas. Métodos: Estudo quantitativo, analítico, observacional e transversal, foram utilizados métodos de estatística descritiva para análise das variáveis. Resultados: Foram encontradas lesões vesicais em 63 pacientes, obteve-se análise dos prontuários nos anos de 2010 a 2015. Média de idade de 26,2 anos, com extremos entre 15 e 56 e desvio padrão de 9,85 (intervalo de confiança de 95%).  A maioria era (76,2%) do sexo masculino. O trauma penetrante foi responsável por 65,07% dos casos, sendo em sua maioria (97,56%) decorrente de lesão por arma de fogo. O método diagnóstico foi predominantemente intraoperatório (82,53%). As lesões mais frequentes foram de cúpula vesical (23,8%), parede anterior e posterior (11,11%).  O tratamento de escolha foi cirúrgico em 88,89% e conservador nos demais. A taxa de mortalidade global no trauma vesical foi de 7,93% a sobrevida média de 88,87%. Conclusão: Os dados encontrados são, em sua grande parte, condizentes com a literatura mundial para o trauma vesical, diferindo quanto a etiologia, método diagnóstico e a terapêutica adotada. Tais distinções, podem ser justificadas pelas características locais e do hospital estudado.