bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Перспективы разведения и применения Triaspis thoracicus Cur. В контроли численности гороховой зерновки (Bruchus pisorum L.)
Authors:   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова, Брадовская Наталья , Брадовский Виктор ,   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова, Мардарь Мария ,   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова
Published: August 2021

In this article, the problems of the possibility to use the bean weevil as alternative host for laboratory rearing of Triaspis-effective parasite of pea weevil, the most dangerous pest of pea, are elucidated, as well as the data of studying of some bioecologic peculiarities of this parasite.
Метод массового отлова самцов Agrotis segetum с помощью феромонных ловушек
Authors:   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова, Русу Юлиана , Настас Тудор ,   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова, Горбан Виктор ,   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова, Одобеску Василиса ,   Институт Генетики, Физиологии и Защиты Растений, Республика Молдова
Published: August 2021

Three main activity periods of the A. segetum population corresponding to the three-generation development of the pest in the climatic conditions of the Republic of Moldova using pheromone traps. The method of mass capture of males of A. Segetum has been determined to be highly biologically effective in the case of soy.
Role of Sleep and Pain Control in Endodontic Therapy
Authors: Sana Usman , Virda Maryam , Haroon Faizan , Shakoor Tehmina , Qayyum Hiffa Abdul , Shoaib Maahin , Tariq Amina
Published: August 2021

Aim: To discover and relate the role of sleep with pain perception in patients undergoing endodontic therapy. Study design: The study was quantitative correlational design in nature. Place and duration of study: Department of Operative Dentistry, Dental section Islam Dental College, Sialkot. Duration of study was two years 2019-2020 Methods: Five hundred patients were included in the study, which were scheduled for endodontic therapy. Results: Five hundred patients were included in the study. The correlation between sleep and pain during endodontic therapy was -.039 which was found non-significant. 250 cases have mild pain (50%), 158 cases (31.6%) have moderate pain, 92 cases (18.4%) have severe pain. Sleep deprived cases in the study were 264(52.8%), while cases who were practicing good sleeping habits were 236 (47.25%). Conclusion: There exists a statistically significant relationship between perception of pain during endodontic therapy and sleep. In order to improve the outcome of endodontic therapy dental professionals should educate their patients on the importance of good sleep hygiene along with dental hygiene. Keywords: Sleep, pain, endodontic therapy.
Frequency of Crowding in patients reporting at Nishtar Institute of Dentistry, Multan
Authors: Awaisi Zubair Hassan , Azeem Muhammad , BDS Faisal , Jawaid Hafiza Asma , Haseeb Muhammad , Sumair Mamoona
Published: August 2021

Aim: To determine the frequency of crowding in patients reporting at Nishtar Institute of Dentistry, Multan. Methods: A total of 200 patients (126 females, 74 males) having malocclusion in permanent dentition were included in this cross-sectional study. Patients in the age group 7years and above were included in the study. Statistical analysis was done by using SPSS version20.0. Cross tabulations were performed for gender and age groups and chi square test was used to determine association. Results: The frequency of crowding was found to be 29%. The percentage of crowding in males was 12% and females 17 %. While the frequency of crowding was 31% in males and 28% in females. It was found that there was a decrease in crowding with increasing age in both genders. Conclusion: Crowding was more frequent in females than males. Keywords: Malocclusion, Alignment, Orthodontics
Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs), Phylogeny and Spatiotemporal analysis of pro gene in HIV samples from Pakistan
Authors: Shabir Sana , Tiwana Hira , Ali Khaver , Riaz Sana , Ahmed Mehboob , Javed Tariq
Published: August 2021

Background: The increase in incidence of HIV infection with limited treatment options has enhanced the morbidity and mortality in South Asian countries. The mutations, geographical and genetic diversity in Pro gene in HIV positive patients from other South Asian countries can be helpful for treatment options. Aim: To identify mutations and genetic diversity in Pro gene in HIV positive patients in Pakistan and compare the sequences to neighbouring countries China and India. Methods: The HIV protease gene or pro-gene sequence were retrieved from NCBI. The sequence were studied from Pakistan, China and India were analysed for their linkage and genetic mutations through bioinformatics tools, MEGAX and CLUSTALW Results: The phylogenetic analysis of samples for maximum likelihood and mutation from South Asian countries Pakistan, China and India individually displayed variation in sequences of HIV pro gene in all these isolates. Whereas Pakistani isolates have more genetic similarities with the isolates from China than India. Conclusion: The phylogeny analysis depicts there is gradual evolution in viral types and possible entry is through the neighbouring transmission might have been through social connections. The mutations studies provides bases for the novel targets for the drug design and development against HIV. Keywords: HIV, Protease gene, MEGA, Phylogenetic analysis, Pakistan
Herren von Heinriet – ihre verschwundene Burg und ihre vergessene Stadt
Authors: Ehmer Hermann
Published: August 2021

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FUNDAMENTOS E APLICAÇÃO DA CAPELANIA HOSPITALAR
Authors: Antunes Márcia Fabri , August Mariluce Emerim de Melo , S Clayton Lima de
Published: August 2021

A capelania no Brasil é um meio utilizado para o atendimento espiritual em diversos setores públicos e privados amparado por lei. O objetivo geral desta pesquisa bibliográfica foi abordar o tema da capelania hospitalar, sua importância e os seus aspectos a serem observados. Ficou comprovada a relevância da capelania hospitalar e que mais pessoas poderiam ser beneficiadas com o cuidado espiritual, sabendo que nem todos serão curados fisicamente, mas todos tem o direito de receber uma palavra ou uma oração.
CUIDADO NA RECUPERAÇÃO DE DEPENDENTES QUÍMICOS NA PERSPECTIVA DA TEORIA DO APEGO
Authors: August Hartmut , August Mariluce Emerim de Melo
Published: August 2021

O número de vítimas das drogas não para de aumentar, ao passo que a prevenção e o tratamento continuam falhando em muitas partes do mundo. Um dos programas muito difundidos no tratamento de usuários de drogas e álcool são os Doze Passos, inicialmente desenvolvido pelos Alcoólicos Anônimos e posteriormente adaptado para outras dependências. A Teoria do Apego, inicialmente proposta por John Bowlby, enfatiza a importância de relações afetivas seguras como base para um desenvolvimento saudável. Diante desse cenário, esse estudo aponta para maneiras de utilizar os princípios da Teoria do Apego no programa dos Doze Passos. A questão de pesquisa consiste nas dificuldades das pessoas em recuperação em assimilar e incorporar os Doze Passos. A hipótese é de que essas dificuldades se relacionam com as diferentes experiências individuais com os vínculos familiares como expressados na Teoria de Apego. O objetivo geral é aplicar os conceitos da Teoria do Apego nas experiências de cuidado às pessoas em recuperação. Os dados para análise consistem em anotações de uma experiência da prática profissional no treinamento da equipe terapêutica de uma comunidade terapêutica no Estado do Paraná, aprofundados por pesquisa bibliográfica. A equipe terapêutica treinada compreende o estilo de apego da pessoa e pode proporcionar intervenções mais eficazes, apontando para apegos mais seguros na relação com Deus, consigo mesmo e com outras pessoas.
Persistent Postoperative Swelling Following Arthroscopic Meniscectomy: A Case Report
Authors: Noblitt Tiffany R. , Fleming Regina K.
Published: August 2021

After arthroscopic meniscectomy, it is important to ensure each patient regains as much of the original function of the knee as possible. The inherent structural and functional relationships among the bones, muscles, fascias, and lymphatics are vital. Each element should be a focus of treatment to reap maximum benefits and reduce long-term dysfunction. While increased range of motion and strengthening exercises are the current focus of postoperative rehabilitation, a more direct approach to the fascial and lymphatic systems should be instituted for those patients reporting swelling as a long-term sequela. In this case report, osteopathic manipulative treatment reduced recovery time for a 65-year-old woman following arthroscopic meniscectomy.
Applying Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment to Postconcussion Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Yao Sheldon C.
Published: August 2021

Concussions are a form of mild traumatic brain injury, which are caused by trauma to the head or body. Symptoms of concussion can include headaches, dizziness, imbalance, and difficulty with concentration, which can persist for weeks, months, or even years after the event. This case report details the treatment of a 17-year-old girl suffering from postconcussion symptoms, which prevented her from full participation in school for 2 months after the injury. The patient’s symptoms greatly improved with the application of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).

Treatment focused on balancing and restoring proper proprioceptive input, addressing musculoskeletal restrictions, and improving circulatory and lymphatic flow. Posttreatment, the patient was able to return to full activities at school. This case demonstrates the positive effect of integrating OMT into a case of postconcussion syndrome.
An Osteopathic Perspective on COVID-19: Is There a Missing Link to Treatment?
Authors: Chmielewski Richard
Published: August 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed across the globe, clinical reports and autopsies on patient deaths proved that the pulmonary complications were the result of an acute respiratory distress syndrome caused by an excessive inflammatory response; a cytokine storm. Through literature research and review it has become apparent to the author that the lymphatic system is a vital, somewhat overlooked, missing link in the treatment of COVID-19 pulmonary infection.

The major challenges the whole world is facing now have been a shortage of supplies such as PPE, or personal protective equipment, and intensive care facilities to treat the overwhelming numbers of COVID-19 cases, in under-developed countries as well as developed countries. Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) and osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) have been proven, for over a century, to be very effective in the treatment of pulmonary diseases and previous pandemics. Osteopathic professionals must challenge the present paradigm of modern medicine which, only too often, relies less on the body’s own capacity to regulate itself, to compensate, and to heal, and more on outside intervention such as medications and vaccinations.

Osteopathic physicians are needed to step forward and discuss, explain, teach and train the importance of the lymphatic system as a major component of the circulatory as well as the immune system which plays a vital, pivotal, role in fighting diseases such as the COVID-19 coronavirus. A “viral infection protocol” (VIP), as discussed in this article, needs to be promoted as a mainstream adjunct, along with all of the other modalities of modern medicine, to health professionals and the public, in the event that the health care systems are overwhelmed.

The VIP treatment is easy to train and to certify practitioners, with proven results in other pulmonary infections and epidemics. It may prove invaluable in preventing clinical deterioration of masses of patients, who then would require more expensive, less available, and more dangerous technological interventions.
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Affects Renal Mobility and Blood Pressure: A Preliminary Study
Authors: Giovanis Athina , Roantree Rose Anna , Burke Dennis , Sheth Krishna , Adamo Ashley
Published: August 2021

Introduction:

Based on the osteopathic principle that “structure and function are interrelated,” a kidney that is not moving optimally with respiration might be limited in its physiologic functions as well. The objective of this study was to determine if osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) affects craniocaudal renal mobility and if there are any correlations between renal mobility and blood pressure measurements.

Methods:

33 healthy female participants were recruited. 25 participants were in the treatment group, and 8 in the control group. All participants’ blood pressures were recorded initially. All participants were then evaluated for craniocaudal renal mobility via ultrasound measurements using Mindray Z6 technology. The treatment group then received an OMT protocol, while the control group rested for 20 minutes. The ultrasound evaluation for renal mobility was then repeated on the participants, and a final blood pressure reading obtained (Touro College HSIRB #1799).

Results:

OMT significantly increased the mobility of the right kidney (P<0.05), but not the left kidney. Although there was no direct correlation between changes in renal mobility and changes in blood pressure, both the systolic and diastolic blood pressure readings decreased significantly (P<0.05) after OMT.

Conclusion:

In this preliminary study, right kidney mobility increased and systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements both decreased after OMT. Follow-up studies are warranted to further explore kidney mobility and its potential association with blood pressure measurements, as well as the effects of OMT on kidney mobility and blood pressure.
Scholar 12: Beta Trial of an Osteopathic Research Cultural Development Computer Application
Authors: Rowane Marija J. , Hellmann Daniel E. , Branning Rachel A. , Cola Heather M. , Fahoum Jude M. , Snyder Brittany M. , Healy Amber M. , Qi-Lytle Xiaojun , Rowane Michael P. , Terrell Mark A. , Hostoffer Robert W.
Published: August 2021

Context:

Research is emphasized as a critical component of Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Osteopathic Recognition (OR) criteria, yet there remains a deficit of osteopathic contributions to the literature. Scholar 12 combines discrete research development tools into an interactive application and blog forum that guides students from research team formation with an agreed-upon query to a scholarly product and presentations.

Objective:

This study aims to evaluate a beta test of Scholar 12 in developing a scholarly culture within medical school education.

Methods:

An unblinded prospective cohort beta trial by 6 osteopathic medical students across different campuses provided feedback for improvement measures and self-assessed research skill competency before and after completing Scholar 12 on an accelerated time frame. The pre- and post-Scholar 12 surveys scored 12 skills based on learning objectives for each unit on a 5-point Likert scale.

Results:

The composite results from self-assessments of 6 medical students demonstrate a statistically significant improvement in research skill familiarity by the completion of Scholar 12 (p<0.001).

Conclusions:

The osteopathic profession has opportunity to advance clinical practice and fulfill ACGME OR initiatives with evidence-based medical research. Scholar 12 is a foundational educational tool and aims to engage medical students, residents, and attendings with scholarly work, regardless of experience level. The present survey provides a preliminary measure of the efficacy of Scholar 12 in improving medical students’ knowledge of creating new scholarly work. General feedback has been communicated to the application developer and editorial staff for improvement measures before the 2020 nationwide launch. Despite the statistical significance of these students’ self-reported progress, additional beta trials; blinded, long-term evaluation of students’ and mentors’ productivity as a result of this research learning tool; and controlled comparison to other research development programs are warranted. Scholar 12 is designed to accommodate students’ academic obligations with a convenient, virtual tool to learn the research process on a flexible schedule, in order to meet generational needs.
Crochet the Pain Away: A Case Study of Osteopathic Manipulation for Cervical Rib Induced Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Authors: Herring Joshua A. , Soto Gabriela N. , Silver Sabrina
Published: August 2021

Background:

Many people experience symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome each year; one cause of these symptoms is the presence of cervical ribs. Cervical ribs have an estimated prevalence of 2% in the general population and 8.3% of those with thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms.1 Current treatment for thoracic outlet syndrome includes physical therapy and surgical resection. Techniques have been described for the treatment of thoracic outlet syndrome with osteopathic manipulation, but no specific treatment for cervical ribs was noted on a literature review.

Case Presentation:

25-year-old healthy female presents with intermittent hand numbness and tingling along the C8 distribution that worsened with crocheting. She had also noted for many years the presence of a hard-supraclavicular mass on her left side. Palpation of this mass showed a bony protrusion that stopped 2 cm posterior to the clavicle on the left, but no mass noted on the right. Records review revealed an x-ray confirming cervical rib on the left.

Results:

After the treatment of surrounding dysfunctions without improvement in symptoms, the cervical rib was identified, manually isolated, and treated with direct myofascial release with respiratory assistance. This treatment provided immediate resolution of her symptoms. She remained asymptomatic for 10 days after treatment. A repeat treatment at two weeks resulted in resolution of her symptoms as far out as three months.

Discussion:

Cervical ribs are common in patients with thoracic outlet syndrome, and treatment for these patients typically includes physical therapy followed by surgical intervention for non-responders. We propose that OMT, with a focus on direct myofascial release, may be effective in alleviating symptoms for patients with cervical ribs. A limitation of this study is that it is a case report of one young active female. A larger study that includes various ages, activity levels, and both sexes would be more generalizable.

Conclusion:

Direct myofascial release is an effective technique for treatment of cervical rib induced thoracic outlet syndrome when myofascial restrictions are present.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Melalui Wisata Edukasi dan Dampak yang Didapatkan Masyarakat Desa Pujonkidul
Authors: Hermawan Yogi , Hidayatullah Syarif , Alviana Stella , Hermin Dewi , Rachmadian Aprilia
Published: August 2021

Educational tourism is a type of travel that aims to provide an overview, comparative research or knowledge of the field visited—this article made for study community empowerment through educational tourism and the impact of the Pujonkidul village community. Research conducted using a qualitative approach, namely research methods that go directly to the field to find data and the data obtained is the result of interviews and documentation. Stage’s analysis data that used researcher in research this is as following; collection data, Data reduction, Data presentation, and withdrawal conclusion. The results obtained from this study are that with the community empowerment program through educational tourism, the local community has a positive impact, especially in terms of the economy.
Multidisciplinary Cooperation By Students In A European University Of Applied Sciences
Authors: Kamphorst Jan
Published: August 2021

Today, multidisciplinary cooperation is an important objective of higher vocational education in Europe as well as other countries. The aim of this study was to explore how, and to what extent, fourth year bachelor students from different domains cooperate in multidisciplinary teams at two research centers. Data for 71 students were collected with a semi-structured questionnaire, followed by focus group discussions in 14 groups. Results indicated that students accomplished multidisciplinary cooperation to varying degrees, depending on differences in disciplinary program backgrounds, student characteristics, the research center, the thematic group they belonged to, and the quality of the ‘graduation research assignment’. For example, students experienced pressure from their training college to conduct their research autonomously, and this affected the degree to which the goal of multidisciplinary cooperation was reached during the final assignment before graduation. The results of this study were useful for improvement of the professional learning environment in which training colleges and research centers cooperate.
The impact on academic staff of the collaboration between a pathway provider and its partner university: An Australian case study.
Authors: Kaktiņš Louise
Published: August 2021

New educational models such as those involving a third party educational provider linked with an official university for purposes of providing a bridge (a pathway program) into a mainstream university degree, particularly for international students, have become part of the higher education landscape capitalising on the international demand for tertiary qualifications from Australia and other English-language-based universities. The perceptions of teachers employed in one such pathway program are the focus of this current paper – a research area that to date has been understudied. Such data are of great value in furnishing an in-depth view of the challenges involved in an educational model that is highly commercialised and the impacts it has on teaching and learning, especially on academic identity in terms of the specific key relationships – between teachers and third party provider, between teachers and partner university, between teachers and international students. Some of the more concerning issues revolve around the extent to which market imperatives impinge on pedagogical concerns, on teachers’ professional commitment to their vocation, on international students’ capacity to acquire an authentic tertiary education that supports rather than detracts their transition to mainstream university, and on whether such educational models can be genuinely sustainable long term.
The Double Flip: Applying a Flipped Learning Approach to Teach the Teacher and Improve Student Satisfaction
Authors: Kehoe Thomas , Schofield Penelope , Branigan Elizabeth , Wilmore Michael
Published: August 2021

This paper describes a professional development (PD) program for academics at an Australian university designed to model good blended curriculum design and effective use of contemporary learning technologies. It evaluates a case study from the pilot of this program involving a postgraduate psychology course to illustrate one of the most challenging examples and in turn the potential impact of the approach developed. Academic developers face known barriers, including time constraints, interdisciplinary miscommunication, and change resistance, when introducing academics to new approaches to learning and teaching. This PD sought to promote change by modelling a shift from “sage on the stage” to “guide on the side,” through use of flipped and blended learning approaches by the academic developer. The case study found the teacher gained confidence in these methods and student satisfaction ratings increased.
Learning via Video in Higher Education: An Exploration of Instructor and Student Perceptions
Authors: Miner Steven , Stefaniak Jill
Published: August 2021

The purpose of this study was to compare instructors and students perceptions regarding the use of video during instruction.Background Research exploring student opinions regarding their perceived gains in learning may identify learning behaviors that could be exploited by those providing instruction to increase student learning. The intention is to provide instructional designers and college professors with valuable information regarding the use of video for presenting knowledge, explaining cognitive processes, or demonstrating psychomotor skills in a higher education setting. This study used a survey design to explore perceptional differences between professors and students regarding the use and/or effectiveness of video instruction. Results supported multimedia video as a viable teaching resource to communicate course content. This study provided the impetus for further research into actual (versus self-reported) student review of video material and any positive effects on student learning outcomes based on their perceptions of the use of multimedia video presentations.
Integrated academic literacy development: Learner-teacher autonomy for MELTing the barriers
Authors: McGowan Ursula
Published: August 2021

Effective and continuing development of tertiary students’ academic literacy during their undergraduate years has become a crucial issue for Anglophone universities into the 21st century. Research into pedagogies aimed at supporting students’ academic literacy development has pointed to the inadequacy of generic approaches delivered as remedial support services, and has called instead for the integration of the teaching and learning of academic literacy into discipline content courses. Successful models tended to require collaboration between discipline and communication specialists. However, reluctance by discipline specialists to engage with language in favour of content teaching, and financial implications of collaboration represent two major barriers to the uptake and scalability of curriculum-integrated academic literacy development. This paper describes a collaborative approach to genre pedagogy that has the potential for overcoming the content-language dichotomy and also the cost barrier. It provides a method for the discipline lecturer’s progress from initial dependence on the literacy specialist’s expertise towards learner and teacher autonomy. The pedagogy is demonstrated by two Models of Engaged Learning and Teaching (MELT) that are derived from the Research Skill Development framework. This paper describes the two models and their potential role in overcoming barriers to curriculum-integration of academic literacy development.
From Research Skill Development to Work Skill Development
Authors: Bandaranaike Suniti
Published: August 2021

The thinking required by higher education student engagement in research processes may segue into the development of students’ work skills, enabling them to professionally transition to the workforce. However, although this transition may be facilitated before and during Work Integrated Learning [WIL] experiences, there is typically a gulf between the skills taught in higher education and skill requirements of industry. To address these challenges faced by WIL, and to connect students more effectively with contemporary and future employer needs, the first objective of this paper is to provide an overview of the use of a validated generic employability framework, the Work Skills Development [WSD] framework, and the second objective is to provide evidence about the framework’s effectiveness when used to articulate work skills and student autonomy. This overview of the WSD and its uses contributes to WIL pedagogy and has direct applicability to tertiary educators’ contribution to the development of student work mindset to bridge the gap between tertiary institutions and industry requirements.
Engaging students in co-creation of sociological knowledge and curriculum design as a form of deep engagement
Authors: Billett Paulina , Martin Dona
Published: August 2021

This article is based on the findings of a three-year study on the outcomes of involving students in the co-creation of knowledge and pedagogical design, 2014, 2015, 2016. It involves three cohorts of second year Sociology students at an Australian University. Data came from recording engagement in class discussion, completion of set reading material, performance in assignments as well as student and lecturer perceptions of overall levels of engagement. Findings demonstrate ways in whichco-creationof knowledge and curriculum design assisted students to engage more deeply in the learning process. Authors posit that co-production of knowledge and shared curriculum development aid in promoting deeper teaching and learning practices.
Quantification of Influences on Student Perceptions of Group Work
Authors: Butt Adam
Published: August 2021

How students perceive group work is closely correlated with the benefits of group work experience. However, a great variety of influences affect student perceptions of group work. This study quantifies the impact of various influences on the effective working, learning assistance and enjoyment of group work. This is done by analysing 206 responses to a survey of students in a course in actuarial science. A mixed ordered logit model is used to explicitly quantify the effect of various exogenous and endogenous influences on perceptions of group work. Student perceptions of group work are most heavily influenced by course design decisions regarding the scaffolding provided to groups, the expectation about whether or not they will enjoy group work, and their role undertaken in the group, including their level of effort (but not quality) relative to other group members. Implications for teaching practice are discussed.
Quantification of Influences on Student Perceptions of Group Work
Authors:   Australian National University, Butt Adam
Published: August 2021

How students perceive group work is closely correlated with the benefits of group work experience. However, a great variety of influences affect student perceptions of group work. This study quantifies the impact of various influences on the effective working, learning assistance and enjoyment of group work. This is done by analysing 206 responses to a survey of students in a course in actuarial science. A mixed ordered logit model is used to explicitly quantify the effect of various exogenous and endogenous influences on perceptions of group work. Student perceptions of group work are most heavily influenced by course design decisions regarding the scaffolding provided to groups, the expectation about whether or not they will enjoy group work, and their role undertaken in the group, including their level of effort (but not quality) relative to other group members. Implications for teaching practice are discussed.
A Case Review of an 8-Year-Old Boy with Autistic Syndromic Complex Disorder
Authors: Wong Sharon Jieren , Xie Guohui
Published: August 2021

This is a case review of an 8+ year-old boy diagnosed with autistic disorder when he was 3 years old. The aim of this paper is to re-examine the case to find out if there were any other comorbid conditions besides the autism that the boy had been diagnosed. In order to do it, the authors used the diagnostic model based on the hierarchy of the six building blocks of skills and abilities (Chia, 2008; 2012). This is a cross-battery assessment involving several standardized tests and checklists to be carried out. The results provide a new perspective that helps educational therapists and early interventionists to better understand and also to re-consider their treatment approach in helping the child with syndromic complex condition of autistic disorder to cope with his current learning and behavioral challenges.
How Does Language Influence Performance, Fear and Attitudes towards Mathematics at Primary School Level in Zimbabwe?
Authors: Chirume Silvanos
Published: August 2021

This mixed-methods (QUANT-qual) study compares test performances of two classes of 52 (26 in each class) Grade 5 learners in a multiple choice Maths test written in English language (Group A) and the same test but with questions written in Shona language (Group B), respectively. The paper also examines the role of language in the development of attitudes and fear of mathematics by learners at the same primary school in Gokwe district, Zimbabwe. Results showed that there were significant differences (in favour of the English language) between Group A’s performance and Group B’s performance. Other findings were that teachers had mixed feelings towards the use of mother tongue in teaching and learning primary school mathematics, but generally agreed that the language of instruction and/or learning affect performance in mathematics, attitudes towards mathematics and fear of mathematics. The paper concludes that using mother tongue as a medium of instruction in the teaching of mathematics in the Zimbabwean junior primary schools is desirable but the feasibility could not be established. It is recommended, among other things, that there is need for further research and policy formulation on the language of learning/instruction at various school levels in Zimbabwe.
INOVASI PEMASARAN PRODUK PEMBIAYAAN LAYANAN BERBASIS JAMAAH LASISMA DI BMT NU CABANG JAMBESARI DARUS SHOLAH BONDOWOSO TAHUN 2019
Authors: Ali Rofii
Published: August 2021

Baitul maal wat tamwil atau yang dikenal dengan BMT merupakan lembaga keuangan syariah islam yang seluruh aktivitas keuangannya didasarkan pada prinsip-prinsip agama islam. BMT NU adalah satu dari perbagai lembaga keuangan syariah dibawah organisasi NU. Tujuan berdirinya BMT NU adalah untuk pemberdayaan ekonomi warga NU dan menyediakan transaksi keuangan yang islami. BMT NU mempunyai produk-produk yang berkomitmen pada pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat dengan berbagi keuntungan diantara kedua belah pihak. BMT NU juga mempunyai standar pelayanan sesuai peratutan lembaga-lembaga keuangan pada umumnya.

Persaingan yang ketat diantara lembaga keuangan yang ada di Indonesia menuntut BMT NU untuk melakukan inovasi mengefektifkan kinerjanya. Hal ini perlu dilakukan untuk menarik calon anggota dari masyarakat. Disamping itu juga pelayanan prima terhadap masyarakat menjadi tumpuan dari BMT NU.

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan inovasi pemasaran produk layanan jasa jamaah LASISMA dan alur administrasi berdasarkan tugas pokok, fungsi, dan wewenangnya sebagai lembaga keuangan syariah. Penelitian ini adalah kualitatif studi kasus dengan purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan datanya menggunakan studi dokumen, wawancara, dan observasi.

Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pertama, BMT NU Cabang Jambesari Darus Sholah dengan produk LASISMA  berinovasi dengan program DIKDAS (pendidikan dasar) bagi calon anggota yang kegiatannya membahas tentang produk, program, dan materi ke-NU-an. Kedua, Alur administrasi dalam pelayanan jasa produk LASISMA, TABAH, dan SABAR telah sesuai dengan tugas, fungsi, wewenang, dan tanggung jawabnya yang yang berorientasi pada pelayanan prima
Knowledge regarding Spread, Diagnosis and Treatment of HCV patients among Primary Health Care Physicians in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
Authors: Javed Najma , Naz Sumera
Published: August 2021

To explore the basic knowledge of primary health care doctors on transmission routes, risk factors and management of HCV infection. A cross-sectional facility based study of six-month (Dec. 2008 - June 2009). Universal sampling technique. Thirty three Basic Health Units (BHUs) in Islamabad and Rawalpindi districts with their attached 07 dispensaries were surveyed. A total of 40 Primary Health Care Physicians (PHCPs) from two cities (Islamabad and Rawalpindi) were interviewed. A pretested questionnaire with multiple choices was used to record their knowledge on transmission routes, causative factors and management of this infection. A total of 40 primary care physicians were interviewed. There was poor knowledge about modes of disease transmission while diagnosis and treatment was wellknown in the majority. The frequency of disease transmission to neonate and the time of checking the child in case of a HCV positive mother were not known by many GPs, which need to be taken seriously specially in our setting where GP is the first or second line person that is approached by the patient. Majority of the physicians knew that HCV is not transmitted through breast feeding. Genotyping is done by about 61% physicians thus adding a very expensive test with very limited use. About 60% GPs counsel the patients that are found positive for the test, which is a good sign. The study identified a strong need for continuing education program for the primary care physicians on HCV infection.
A Dire Need To Break The Back Of Hepatitis C Virus In KP-Pakistan: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: Zalan Ali , Ud Din Iftikhar , Khan Dr. Najeeb Ullah , Elahi Saqib
Published: August 2021

Viral Hepatitis is the seventh leading cause of death worldwide and prevails in many developing countries specifically in the Middle East and North African regions. The current study focuses on a comparatively low-income province of Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa where medical facilities are scarce and the use of blood and its products, free from viral hepatitis and other pathogens, is poorly ensured. The preliminary phase of the study involved a systematic literature review on the epidemiology of Hepatitis C Virus in KP during the period 2000-2018 through PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar. After statistical coding, an initial meta-analysis was conducted to come up with an integrated estimate of the prevalence of Hepatitis C Virus in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The prevalence rate of 4% by fixed effect model and of 6% by random effect model is extremely alarming, especially in a low-income region, and the Pakistani government should adopt effective and rapid strategies to eliminate Hepatitis C Virus infection by the end of 2030, as more times announced by the World Health Organization.
Standing open magnetic resonance imaging improves detection and staging of pelvic organ prolapse
Authors: Stothers Lynn , Locke Jennifer A. , Abdulaziz Marwa , Lazare Darren , Kavanagh Alex , Macnab Andrew
Published: August 2021

Introduction: The role of imaging in pelvic organ prolapse (POP) assessment is unclear. Open magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems have a configuration that allows for imaging women with POP in different positions. Herein, we use a 0.5 Tesla open MRI to obtain supine, seated, and standing images. We then compare these images to evaluate the impact of posture on detection and staging of POP.

Methods: Women presenting with symptoms of POP at a tertiary care university hospital were asked to participate in this prospective cohort study. Symptom scores, POP-Q staging and three-position MRI imaging of the pelvis data were collected. The pubococcygeal line (PCL) was used to quantify within-patient changes in pelvic organ position as defined by: no displacement, <1 cm inferior to the PCL, mild (1–3 cm), moderate (3.1–6 cm), and severe (>6 cm) in the axial and sagittal T2-weighted images. Statistical analysis was completed (T-test; p<0.05 significant).

Results: A total of 42 women, age range 40–78 years, participated. There was a significant difference in the mean values associated with anterior prolapse in the supine (0.7±1.8), seated (2.4±3.4), and upright (4.2±1.6) positions (p=0.015). There was a significant difference in the mean values associated with apical prolapse in the supine (0.5±1.5), seated (1.5±1.4), and upright (2.1±1.5) positions (p=0.036).

Conclusions: Our findings suggest that POP is more readily detected and upstaged with standing MRI images as compared to supine and seated positions. The developed two-minute standing MRI protocol may enable clinicians to better assess the extent of POP.
PEG-coated patch parenchymal closure technique and initial outcomes during minimally invasive partial nephrectomy
Authors: McLarty Ryan , Beech Benjamin , Rudzinski Jan K. , St. Martin Blair , Evans Howard
Published: August 2021

Introduction: The Hemopatch® is a novel polyethylene glycol-coated (PEG-coated) collagen patch, which acts as a topical hemostatic agent. It has been applied to a variety of surgical techniques. Here, we present our series and technique using a PEG-coated patch for minimally invasive partial nephrectomy (MIPN).

Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of all patients undergoing MIPN by a single surgeon at a tertiary Canadian medical center between July and December 2018. We included patients if a PEG-coated patch was used to close the renal parenchymal defect. We also describe in detail our technique for laparoscopic patch deployment.

Results: A total of 17 patients met inclusion criteria, of whom 12 were male. Mean age was 63 years old. Median size of renal mass was 2.85 cm in largest dimension and median RENAL score was 6. Hilar clamping was carried out in 12 (70.9%) cases, with an average warm ischemic time of 16.1 minutes. The remainder of cases were performed off-clamp. Median estimated blood loss was 238 mL and the mean change in hemoglobin on postoperative day 1 compared to preoperatively was 21.2 g/L. The average length of stay was 1.76 days. No patient required blood transfusion or underwent angioembolization or re-operation for bleeding within 90 days. There were no Clavien-Dindo grade 3 or greater complication.

Conclusions: A PEG-coated patch can be used safely and effectively in lieu of traditional two-layer renorrhaphy with acceptable outcomes. Larger, prospective series are required to ascertain its true value and cost-effectiveness.
A gênese do ensino de história no Brasil: projeto para a construção da identidade nacional
Authors: Vitorino Artur José Renda , Beloto Gisele Maria
Published: August 2021

O seguinte texto tem como objetivo analisar a gênese da constituição do ensino de história no Brasil, tal como suas primeiras décadas por meio de problemas e reflexões, sobretudo, durante o século XIX. Desta forma, busca-se apresentar possíveis influências e traçar reflexões a respeito da construção da identidade nacional por meio do ensino histórico a partir da perspectiva da exclusão étnico-racial como elemento significativo para a construção social e cultural da nação. Como metodologia, utiliza-se a de Bardin (2011), com o objetivo de realizar uma análise qualitativa do papel atribuído pelo Estado na disciplina escolar de história e sua relação com a construção da identidade nacional. Como resultado, apresentamos o contra-argumento de uma falsa ideia de passividade negra que o ensino de história buscou ressaltar na educação e os desafios diante dos resquícios na narrativa do imaginário brasileiro a respeito de uma suposta identidade nacional homogênea e de democracia racial.
Avaliação Comparativa de Escalabilidade de Aplicações de Alto Desempenho em Cluster Físico e na Nuvem
Authors: de Oliveira Thiago , Silva Ariel , da Cunha Italo , P. Júnior Paulo
Published: August 2021

A análise de desempenho de aplicações de computação de alto desempenho (HPC) foi recentemente facilitada pelo uso de plataformas de nuvem. Os subsídios concedidos pelos fornecedores de infra-estrutura para projetos de pesquisa nas universidades também tem contribuído neste sentido. No entanto, o desempenho de aplicativos HPC depende fortemente do suporte de Entrada/Saída da plataforma, principalmente da rede de intercomunicação entre as máquinas virtuais. Neste estudo, o desempenho de aplicativos selecionados da suíte NPB NAS Parallel Benchmark e aplicações reais para o processamento de consultas geográfica foi comparado, em um cluster físico de máquinas comuns e outro cluster semelhante na nuvem Microsoft Azure. Nossos testes demonstraram um speed-up até 2,7 vezes menor na nuvem para aplicações limitadas por CPU. Apesar da qualidade superior dos processadores na nuvem, nossos testes também mostraram um tempo de execução até 3,0 vezes maior na nuvem.
Comparação e Análise de Desempenho de Aceleradores Gráficos no Processamento de Matrizes
Authors: Gonçalves Nielsen , Costa Carlos , Araújo Josivaldo , Costa Jessé , Panetta Jairo
Published: August 2021

Nos últimos anos as tradicionais soluções da Computação de Alto Desempenho (HPC, do inglês High Performance Computing), como a inserção ou a substituição de processadores, vêm sofrendo grandes mudanças, com a inclusão de novos recursos. O uso de aceleradores gráficos têm sido um dos métodos pelos quais tem se tornado possível continuar a ampliar o desempenho computacional. Porém, assim como outras técnicas, esta também conduz à necessidade de habilidades específicas de programação que permitam a melhor extração do poder computacional oferecido pelo conjunto CPU e GPU. Este trabalho faz uma comparação entre tecnologias como OpenACC, CUDA e OpenMP na avaliação de desempenho no processamento de matrizes.
Análise de Utilização de Recursos Computacionais pelos Controladores SDN
Authors: Morais Igor , Santos Marcelo , Junior Petronio , Kamienski Carlos , Fernandes Stenio
Published: August 2021

Existem diversos estudos em que os controladores SDN são submetidos à sobrecarga de tráfego em diferentes cenários e suas respostas são analisadas em relação apenas à vazão da rede. Diferentemente, este artigo apresenta uma análise de desempenho de diversos controladores SDN observando o consumo de recursos das máquinas em que estão sendo executados.
Avaliação de Desempenho em Bioinformática: Estudo de caso de sistemas computacionais para a investigação de microRNAs
Authors: Aguiar Rosana , Ambrosio Leandro , Sepúlveda-Hermosilla Gonzalo , Maracaja-Coutinho Vinicius , Paschoal Alexandre
Published: August 2021

Este artigo apresenta em detalhes a avaliação do sistema web miRQuest (http://mirquest.integrativebioinformatics.me/) que foi implementado e fez a integração dos principais preditores de microRNAs (miRNAs) em uma arquitetura de middleware, aplicado em um estudo com de caso em bioinformática.
Modeling Separation Process for Sunflower Seed Mixture on Vibro-Pneumatic Separators
Authors: SHEVCHENKO Igor , ALIIEV Elchyn , VISELGA Gintas , KAMINSKI Jan Radek
Published: August 2021

Aim of the research is to increase the efficiency of the mechanical and technological process of separation of sunflower seed mixture on vibro-pneumatic separators, the principle of which is based on the interaction of seed flow with the surface having fluctuation-type vibration load by substantiating their efficient processing and technological parameters. A system of differential equations of sunflower seeds motions, as a granular gas, under the action of a vibrating surface was developed, taking into account the elastic-damping interaction and physical and mechanical properties of seeds. The presented system of differential equations is the basis of the physical and mathematical means of numerical modeling of this process, which was implemented in the software package STAR-CCM +. To build physical and mathematical models, it was assumed that sunflower seeds are presented in the form of ellipsoids with a certain density and effective diameter. As a result of numerical simulation of the process of moving sunflower seeds under the action of a vibrating sieve, dependences of the change in total concentration θ and productivity q on seed supply Q, sieve angle α, sieve frequency ψ and sieve amplitude A were obtained. As a result of numerical simulation of the process of moving sunflower seeds under the action of a vibrating surface, dependences of the change of filling factor χ, distribution coefficient δ and productivity q on seed supply Q, vibration surface angles α and β, oscillation frequency ψ, oscillation amplitude A and set air velocity V were obtained. Theoretical provisions were implemented and tested in the development of an adaptive vibrating screen separator of sunflower seeds (Ukrainian patent #120235).