bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Regeneration problems. Reconciling human settlement with the planet
Authors: Rossi Ugo
Published: August 2023

The human activities of the last two hundred years have upset the natural balance of the planet, to the point that the Anthropocene has defined the current geological era in which the Earth’s environment has been so conditioned by human action that its effects are comparable to those produced by the geophysical forces that shaped the Earth over millions of years ago.Such a scenario led to the current disorientation towards any intervention to implement the planetary utopia of a culturally, socially and economically developed world in integrated communities. The depletion of resources and the upheaval of the natural balance are the conditions and challenges with which humanity and architects must measure themselves, making an enormous effort to preserve the utopian qualities of the planet. These qualities can be pursued today through two main strategies: escaping from the Ecumene, retiring into a sort of hermitage, or aiming for its regeneration.
Adaptive Reuse of Abandoned Jute Mills Along the Hooghly River in Bengal: A Sustainable Approach
Authors: Ghosh Debalina , D. Shirodkar Abhijit
Published: August 2023

Heritage structures presently in dilapidated state, abandoned due to social, cultural, or demographic shifts are experiencing unprecedented revitalization as they are being used as anchors for redevelopment. Today we can build energy efficient structures that require almost no carbon footprint to operate annually but still require plenty of resources and energy to build them. Thus, preserving, and repurposing old structures into new, mixed-use developments becomes a more sustainable option. Parts of the Bengal region of India were once colonial settlements of Europe and therefore, the colourful heritage of the Europeans continues to be visible in towns along the Hooghly River. This paper aims to explore the possibilities of adaptive reuse of the abandoned Jute Mills along the Hooghly River with the objective of historic preservation and sustainable design to create functionally efficient spaces.
The spatial narrative of Island Cultural Landscapes: A Case of Lakshadweep Group of Islands, India
Authors: MD Safiya , Pasupuleti Ram Sateesh
Published: August 2023

Islands are known for their distinctive landscapes, which have greatly influenced the cultures and societies of the people who have lived there. Islands are unique, geographically isolated places with specific physical and cultural traits that are significantly influenced by the environment and the ocean. The cultural landscapes of islands manifest in several ways such as land use, agriculture, and in the form of architecture. It also encompasses intangible heritage such as cultural practices, myths, stories, and rituals. This paper aims to explore the Lakshadweep group of Islands within the existing cultural landscape framework and will also be examining both tangible and intangible resources of these islands. The study will employ a literature review, inventory formats, and in-depth interviews of both key informants and the local community to document the characterizing components of the cultural landscape of Lakshadweep. The study concludes by defining the cultural landscape of the islands from a spatial discourse and community perspective.
Multi-purpose Plants of Essential Oils in Residential Gardens
Authors: Harismah Kun , Mirzaei Mahmoud , Mirzaei Mahmoud , Beser Necmi
Published: August 2023

Plants have many benefits both aesthetically and healthfully. One type of plant that can be used in residential gardens is essential oil-producing plants. The content of chemical compounds in various types of essential oils have been known to have various bioactivities as well as other miscellaneous activities. This study aims to identify the role of essential oil plants in providing benefits to the environment. This study uses qualitative research methods with persuasive writing. The results of this study found that some essential oil plants include Rosmarinus officinalis, Ocimum basilicum, Mentha arvensis, Mentha piperita, Foeniculum vulgare, Cymbopogon nardus, rose, and pandanus. The role of essential oil plants are anti-inflammatory, flavoring, fragrance, fungitoxicity, antimicrobial, fertilizer, antidiabetic, antihypertensive, repellents, and biopesticides. In addition, essential oil plants can also be used as aromatherapy, salad vegetables and herbs. Therefore, essential oil plants have enormous potential to be developed as multi-purpose plants for residential environments.
Globalization and the Challenge of Urban Identity
Authors: Ahmad Nia Hourakhsh
Published: August 2023

The concept of identity has been greatly influenced by globalization, which has brought an influx of people, ideas and cultural influences to cities. This comprehensive review examines existing literature to explore how globalization has impacted the formation and preservation of identity. The study delves into the role of globalization, in shaping the social and architectural aspects of cities. It also addresses the challenges cities encounter in safeguarding their identities amidst standardization. The findings reveal that although urban identity has been significantly affected by globalization cities are actively countering these changes through preserving practices promoting local arts and culture and designing public spaces that reflect their unique character. This research enhances our understanding of the relationship between globalization and urban identity while offering insights, into how cities can retain their individuality in an evolving world.
Place Identity translating into Culture: the town of Rajapur in the cultural region of Konkan
Authors: Naik Prachitee , Kawathekar Vishakha
Published: August 2023

This paper deals in defining the place identity of cultural town of Rajapur, located in the Konkan region. Rajapur is the valley situated at the confluence of the 'Arjuna' and ‘Godi’ river. Artistic temples, attractive mosques, Peshwa period structures at Jawahar Chowk and Varchi Peth are all adorning the town. The settlements of Rajapur that are the subject of this study have historical and cultural values with structures of regional culture, natural patterns, and traditions. Today, some parts of these settlements are totally neglected due to changing lifestyles, socio-economic conditions, and approaches towards rural areas. Paradoxically, Konkan is known for the coast and is the main magnet for a day’s tourist destination. The heritage is losing its identity due to unsustainable tourism, development pressure, social, economic and political issues. However, Rajapur consists rich history, cultural background, traditional housing, geology, and other factors that make it an important town in South Konkan.
Historical Analysis of the Sümerbank Factories Established in Accordance with the First Five-Year Industrialization Plan
Authors: Kök Begüm , Ayhan Koçyiğit Elif Selena
Published: August 2023

In its foundation years, The Republic of Turkey has adopted a development model based on modernization, innovation and the principle of statism in its economic policies. In this respect, the First Five-Year Industrial Plan, which includes the priority needs of Turkey, was prepared and the state started to build new factories in the 1930s. These factories not only brought employment and innovation to the city where they were located, but they also played an important role in shaping the life style of the Early Republican Period. Among the factories built in accordance with the First Five-Year Industrial Plan, this study aims to focus on Sümerbank factories, where the foundations of economic and social development were laid, and examine their transformation in the historical process. Firstly, an extensive literature review was conducted on the Sümerbank factories established between 1933 and 1938. Following that, the site selection criteria of Sümerbank factories located in different regions of Turkey and their physical aspects during the establishment phase were examined. Finally, by documenting the existing features of these industrial heritage places, a general assessment was made on the transformation from the 1930s to the present.
Identification of Risks in Restoration Projects of Immovable Cultural Heritage
Authors: Göç Batuhan , Ercan Tuğçe Şimşekalp
Published: August 2023

Activities for the conservation of cultural heritage around the world are gaining importance day by day. Restoration of immovable cultural heritage has an important place among conservation activities. Restoration projects have different dynamics from standard construction projects. This causes restoration projects to have inherent risks. For a successful restoration project to be realized, these risks must be systematically addressed within the framework of a comprehensive risk management plan. The research aims to determine the risks in the restoration projects of immovable cultural heritage and to prepare the basis for a comprehensive risk management system. After the research topic and the literature review, the risk management process and risks in restoration projects were classified based on the existing literature, and risks were defined for each category. The significance levels of the identified risks were determined as a result of the Delphi questionnaires, which consisted of three stages in which a group of experts participated, using the Delphi Analysis Technique. The most critical risk categories and risks that experts agreed on were determined. The findings obtained as a result of the research will contribute to the efficiency of the process by supporting a planned risk management process for the stakeholders
Adnexal torsion: a single-center retrospective study of diagnosis and treatment
Authors: OSMANLIOĞLU Şeyma , SAÇINTI Koray Görkem , AYDIN Merve , ŞÜKÜR Y. Emre
Published: August 2023

Aims: This study was conducted to review the clinical, laboratory, and ultrasound findings of patients with a confirmed post-operative adnexal torsion diagnosis in a tertiary university hospital and to reflect the management of adnexal torsion.

Methods: 44 patients (ages [15,44] with a median of 30 yr) who had an operation at Ankara University Hospital Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinics between October 2013 and February 2021 and in whom the preoperative diagnosis of adnexal torsion was confirmed intraoperatively were included in this retrospective study. Patients’ complaints, existing risk factors, physical examination, laboratory, and radiological findings were evaluated.

Results: 26 (65%) of the patients complained about acute abdominal pain isolated on one side. Torsion was observed on the right side in 29 (66%) patients. Risk factors: History of ovarian torsion in 1 patient (2%), in vitro fertilization treatment in 5 (11%) patients, 4 (9%) of which also had ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome and 2 (5%) of them had polycystic ovary syndrome, and finally, 28 (65%) patients had increased ovarian size on ultrasound. Ovarian blood flow was not observed in 25 (81%) of 31 patients who underwent transvaginal Doppler ultrasound. Preoperative blood examination showed anemia (Hb10000/mm³) in 26 (59%), and an increase of neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) (>3) in 36 (82%). Laparoscopy was performed in 37 (84%) patients and laparotomy in 7 (16%).

Conclusion: There is no objective diagnostic tool that can definitively lead to the diagnosis of adnexal torsion. It may be recommended to use ultrasound, Doppler, and NLR in addition to clinical findings and anamnesis. Considering the consequences of delay in the treatment, the most appropriate approach would be to perform a laparoscopy if torsion is suspected. Additionally, the patient’s age, menopausal status, ovarian pathology, and desire for fertility are factors that should be considered in the treatment decision, and ovarian protection should be the primary goal.
Examining the Effects of Work-Life Balance on the Psychological and Physical Well-Being of Pastors in the United States
Authors: Amankwa Eric
Published: August 2023

This study intends to investigate how pastors’ psychological and physical health are affected by work-life balance. The study aims to shed light on the difficulties pastors encounter in juggling their personal and professional life and to investigate how this balance affects their general well-being. A mixed-methods strategy is used in the study, including qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys. While quantitative surveys are given to a larger sample to get information on the psychological and physical well-being of pastors, qualitative interviews are done with a selection of pastors to learn more about their experiences with work-life balance. To find themes and patterns relating to work-life balance and its effects, the data gathered from both ways is evaluated. According to the data, pastors struggle mightily to establish work-life balance, which has a detrimental effect on their mental and physical health. The main causes of imbalance were found to be high levels of work expectations, lengthy work hours, and a lack of distinction between work and personal life. The implementation of tactics including establishing boundaries, engaging in self-care, and developing encouraging settings inside religious organizations are suggested. The importance of work-life balance for pastors and its effect on their psychological and physical well-being are highlighted by this study’s result. This study adds to the body of knowledge on work-life balance in the context of the clergy by offering empirical evidence and insights into the difficulties experienced by pastors. The conclusions and suggestions can help religious leaders, decision-makers, and organizations create interventions and support structures that improve pastors’ work-life balance and support their general well-being.

Keywords: Work-Life Balance, Work Demands, Life Demands.
A Critical Analysis of the Ghanaian Context, Experience and Perspectives of Public Theology
Authors: Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena
Published: August 2023

The article aimed at a critical analysis of the Ghanaian experience of Public Theology. It argued that through Christian perspectives derived from sermons, communiqués, and other official public statements the church has participated in public conversations, public-policy cycles, and other public issues within the Ghanaian context. Participation involves challenging the structures of corruption, injustice, poverty, and inequality that exist in societies and advocating for policies and practices that promote the common good. With perspectives from Christian beliefs and values the study observed the framework for addressing these issues and promoting a more just and equitable society and further places emphasis on the social responsibility of Christians. The study concluded that Ghanaian public theologians must stress the importance of the Christian community’s involvement in addressing social issues and not just focusing on individual spiritual growth. This will lead to the development of a number of initiatives by Christian organizations and churches to address social issues such as poverty, health, democratic consolidation, wealth creation, education, and social justice.

Keywords: Public Theology, African Christianity, Christian Council of Ghana, Presbyterian Church of Ghana
Cultural and Traditional Importance of Road Side Graves in the Akumadan Traditional Area of the Offinso North District of Ghana
Authors: Shanunu Zakaria , Alhassan Eliasu
Published: August 2023

The study examined the cultural and traditional importance of roadside graves in the Akumadan Traditional Area of the Offinso North District of Ghana. The study used the Ethnological theory approach which takes into consideration the subculture of a group or group that has a common culture, its goal is to create detailed and comprehensive descriptions of the community and then interpret the ingrained patterns. Achieving the aspirational goal of becoming an ancestor after death becomes impossible if one attempts to use advance care directives in Ghana in particular and Africa in general to request an unnatural death. Since roadside cemeteries or burial places have not been previously investigated, the study unravels the mystery surrounding the realities of these roadside cemeteries in Ghana. A survey research approach was used and the approach serves as the driver to the entire research process. Primary and Secondary literature on culture, graves, and traditions were reviewed and the instruments used for data included interviews, observation, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews. These were transcribed and analysed in teams. Key amongst the findings was that ancestors should be kept at Akantifi (the edge of the city in Akan), a place for easy access. They also believed that the dead are part of them (the living) and they need not throw them away hence must be nearer them or by the roadside. It was also revealed that traditional spiritual protection of the community is in the hands of the dead therefore they should be buried near the community (either at the ‘entrance’ of the town or when leaving the town) and for easy ritual performance. Offinso North and for that matter Akumadan Traditional area of Ghana are rich in cultural and traditional belief systems. The paper recommends as a matter of policy that, these cultural and traditional belief systems must be properly documented as part of the rich culture of the traditional area; and a tourism hub must be created by all stakeholders to take care of the rich culture of the area.

Keywords: Culture, Grave, Roadside, Tradition, Ancestors
Improving Quality Education in Rural South African Schools through Shared Leadership Style: A Case Study of Three Rural Secondary Schools
Authors: Ziduli Mlungiseleli , Buka Andrea Mqondiso
Published: August 2023

This paper discussed how to improve the quality of education in rural schools in South Africa by advocating for the inclusion of community-based leaders (CBLs) such as traditional leaders, religious leaders and business leaders in school affairs by principals. The study was premised on the observation that principals lack the competencies and capabilities to share leadership with community-based leaders such as traditional, religious and business leaders. The exclusion of community-based leaders in crucial decision-making processes resulted in poor learner performance. The study was grounded on the assumption that sharing leadership expertise by principals would sustain quality learning and teaching culture in rural schools. The belief is that community-based leaders are the most respected people in their communities and therefore their voices can be heard when it comes to parent participation and combating social ills in schools. The study was conducted purposely in poor-performing rural schools whereby community-based leaders were excluded in school matters. A phenomenological study with an interpretive-constructivism paradigm was conducted to establish sustainable principals’ shared leadership roles for quality education. Data collected through interviews in three schools were thematically analysed and it revealed that: Principals lack competent and capable leadership skills to include community-based leaders in school matters. Also, social ills prevail which affect learning and teaching negatively. Furthermore, community based-leaders were only invited when there was a crisis and once the crisis solved, their input was no longer needed. Thus, the authors recommended that the Department of Basic Education could spend more resources on training rural school principals about the importance of including community-based leaders in crucial decision-making processes to improve and sustain quality education in rural areas. The authors also recommend ZiCBLs Model for the improvement of quality education in rural areas.

Keywords: Shared Leadership, Community-Based Leaders, Competencies, Capabilities, Quality Education.
Encouraging research and development collaboration amidst geographical challenges in less developed regions of the European Union: a systematic literature review
Authors: Wibisono Eristian
Published: August 2023

This study explores the growing literature on research and development (R&D) collaboration in the context of less developed regions (LDRs) in the European Union (EU) and examines the opportunities for LDRs to successfully collaborate with developed regions. A systematic review of the literature shows that studies on R&D collaboration in LDRs are at the forefront of regional innovation research in the EU and that opportunities to explore this research topic are still wide open. A critical review and synthesis of the selected articles shows that LDRs have equal opportunities to collaborate and build successful relationships with developed regions by paying attention to at least five motivational drivers and critical factors to enhance the success of their R&D collaborations.
Neuropathology of Parkinson's Disease
Authors: El-Mansoury Bilal , El Hiba Omar , Agnaou Mustapha , Jayakumar Arumugam Radhakrishan , El Khiat Abdelaati , Kahim Kholoud , Boulbaroud Samira , Zouhairi Nadia , Tibssirte Oumaima , Bouighajd Hayat , Abdelmonaim El Hidan Moulay , Ferssiwi Abdesslam , Bitar Abdelali
Published: August 2023

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative movement disorder of great concern of which no proven neuroprotective or neurorestorative therapies are available. It is characterized mainly by the degeneration of dopamine (DA) producing neurons in the substantia nigra (SN) pars compacta (SNpc) resulting in nigrostriatal pathway dysregulation and eventually disturbed subcortico-cortical interactions. The pathophysiological mechanisms leading to PD development are not completely understood. Several mechanisms and pathway dysfunctions have been proposed as they play a critical role in the pathogenesis of PD. These include oxidative stress, dysfunctional mitochondria, neuroinflammation, ubiquitin proteasomal dysfunction, and α-synuclein protein aggregation. This chapter will provide an overview on neuropathology, pathogenesis, and the recent pathophysiological mechanisms involved in PD.
An Overview of the Genetics of Parkinson's Disease
Authors: Aimrane Abdelmohcine , Sabir Es-Said , Laadraoui Jawad , El-Mansoury Bilal , Smimih Kamal , Khanouchi Manal , El Amine Souad , Lafhal Karima , Oublal Karima , El Baz Soraia , Mountassir Meriem , Saad Fatima Ez-Zahraa , Draoui Ahmed , Abdelmonaim El Hidan Moulay , Ferssiwi Abdessalam , Bitar Abdelali , Fdil Naima
Published: August 2023

While the etiology of Parkinson's disease (PD) in most cases remains unknown, 10-15% of PD patients show a prognosis of monogenic forms of the disease with classical Mendelian type of inheritance. Indeed, the identified causative mutations contribute to dopaminergic neurons degeneration. In spite of the rarity of the genetic forms of PD, new molecular pathways are likely to be identified which are relevant in the sporadic form as well. In this chapter, the authors represent an update on the most relevant advances in the genetics of PD.
Impact of Hydrocarbon Exposure on the Risk of Parkinson's Disease
Authors: El Baz Soraia , Lotfi Rania , Mezrioui Noureddine , Aimrane Abdelmohcine , Draoui Ahmed , El-Mansoury Bilal , Echchakery Mohamed , El Hamiani Ouafae , Moummou Hanane , Daghor Lamia
Published: August 2023

PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) are a type of organic compounds arising from the incomplete combustion of natural materials. PAHs are harmful organic pollutants and are omnipresent in the environment. It is well known that some hydrocarbons are highly carcinogenic, and for this reason, they become of great interest recently. Anthropogenic activities are considered as the primary sources of PAHs including the combustion of refuse, exhaust of motor vehicles, contaminated food, and industrial food processing such as smoking processes and some cooking practices like grilling and roasting. Consumption or exposure of hydrocarbons will elicit neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's. This chapter offers a general review of PAHs origins, properties, human health effects, and the PAHs consumption in diverse food types and the route of dietary intake. The other aim is to highlight the potential relationship between hydrocarbon exposure and the risk of Parkinson's disease through gut microbiota and oxidative stress.
A Framework for Classifying Imbalanced Tweets Using Machine Learning Techniques
Authors: Srinivasan R. , D. Rajeswari
Published: August 2023

The research work presented focuses on utilizing social media platforms as a source of data to diagnose depression-related issues. The popularity of social platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook, gave researchers an opportunity to analyse user experiences and gain insights into depression. Depression is a significant problem that affects individuals' lives, disrupts normal functioning, and impacts their perspectives. The primary objective of this research is to employ machine learning (ML) approaches for classifying tweets. Additionally, the research addresses the issue of data imbalance by using sampling techniques. This research work utilizes a sampling technique to normalize the dataset. The study explores four techniques that helps to extract meaningful information from the tweets. The research work conducts an empirical study to evaluate the performance of various ML techniques. Based on the experimental results, it is found that the AdaBoost classifier with the BoW feature extraction technique achieves the best results among all the classifiers tested.
Crime Forecasting Using Historical Crime Location Using CNN-Based Images Classification Mechanism
Authors: Vishnu Venkatesh N.  , Singhal Priyank , Pandey Digvijay , Sharma Meenakshi , Rautdesai Rupal , Khubalkar Deepti Nahush , Gupta Ankur
Published: August 2023

The present research is focused on crime forecasting and CNN has been used for image classification in order to categorize crime events. However, there are different classification mechanisms used in conventional research work. But CNN is playing a significant role in identification and prediction of crime. The major issues during CNN based classification are time consumption and accuracy. However, proposed research has resolved issue of time consumption by reducing image size by applying the RGB2GRAY model, and images are resized before training operation. Simulation results conclude that the proposed work provides a scalable and reliable approach for crime forecasting.
Healthcare Cloud Services in Image Processing
Authors: Veeraiah Vivek , Shiju Dolly John , Ramesh J.V.N. , R. Ganesh Kumar , Pramanik Sabyasachi , Pandey Digvijay , Gupta Ankur
Published: August 2023

Technology has been fundamental in defining, advancing, and reinventing medical practises, equipment, and drugs during the last century. Although cloud computing is quite a newer concept, it is now one of the most often discussed issues in academic and therapeutic contexts. Many academics and healthcare persons are focused in providing vast, conveniently obtainable, and reconstruct assets like virtual frameworks, platforms, and implementations having lesser business expenditures. As they need enough assets to operate, store, share, and utilise huge quantity of healthcare data, specialists in the field of medicine are transferring their operations in the cloud. Major issues about the application of cutting-edge cloud computing in medical imaging are covered in this chapter. The research also takes into account the ethical and security concerns related to cloud computing.
Sentiment Analysis of Hybrid Network Model Based on Attention
Authors: Shang Wenqian , Zhen Hongzhan , Zhang Wanyu
Published: August 2023

The existing text sentiment analysis models based on deep learning and neural network usually have problems such as incomplete text feature extraction and failure to consider the impact of key information on text sentiment tendency. Based on the parallel hybrid network and the two-way attention mechanism, an improved text sentiment analysis model is proposed. The model first takes the word vector trained by the BERT language model as the input, and then extracts the global and local features of the context simultaneously through the parallel hybrid neural network constructed by the Convolution Neural Network (CNN) and The Bidirectional Gated Recurrent Unit (BiGRU), so as to improve the feature extraction ability of the model. It also integrates the dual-way attention mechanism to strengthen the key information in the global feature and local feature, and the feature vectors obtained by feature fusion are used for sentiment analysis.
Caracterização da área profissional da educação física nos programas de residências multiprofissionais em saúde do Brasil
Authors: Paiva Neto Francisco Timbó de , Ribeiro Streb Anne , Siqueira Junior Joel , Firpo Del Duca Giovani , Ricardo Rech Cassiano
Published: August 2023

As residências multiprofissionais em área profissional de saúde (RMS) constituem-se em programas de cooperação intersetorial para qualificação de profissionais de saúde. Este estudo objetivou caracterizar a oferta de vagas destinadas à área profissional da Educação Física nos programas de RMS no Brasil. Estudo descritivo de natureza documental sobre a oferta de vagas de formação em RMS para a área profissional da Educação Física no ano de 2022. A caracterização dos programas considerou: unidade federativa, instituição proponente, total de vagas gerais, vagas ofertadas para a Educação Física, ênfase de atuação dos programas e demais áreas profissionais apresentadas nos programas identificados. Foram identificadas 184 vagas ofertadas por 77 programas de RMS que contemplam a Educação Física no Brasil. A região Nordeste apresentou o maior número de programas (n=29) e de vagas ofertadas (n=89). A ênfase mais apresentada com vagas foi a Saúde da Família enquanto a enfermagem apareceu é área profissional mais frequente entre os programas identificados (97,4%). Este trabalho apresentou a caracterização da oferta de vagas destinadas à Educação Física nos programas de RMS no Brasil. Além disso, evidencia a necessidade de uma distribuição mais equitativa das vagas destinadas à Educação Física no país.
Association of aerobic fitness and body composition in people with down syndrome
Authors: De Sousa Gabriel Renaldo , Almeida Eloise Werle de , Castilha Fábio André , Greguol Marcia
Published: August 2023

People with Down Syndrome (DS) present metabolic differences when compared to the general population, which ends up at a higher prevalence of overweight and lower rates of aerobic fitness. The aim of this study was analysing the association of aerobic fitness and body composition in individuals with DS. Thirty individuals with DS from the city of Londrina / Brazil with a mean age of 18.00±3.66 years were evaluated. The variables body mass index, body fat, and aerobic fitness (VO²peak) were investigated. Men were taller than women, presented a higher percentage of lean body mass and higher VO²peak, while women showed higher means for android, gynoid and total fat. Aerobic fitness was positively associated with bone mineral density and inversely associated with nutritional status, lean body mass and body fat.
Acute effects of different intervals between repeated sprints on performance responses in amateur futsal athletes
Authors: De Oliveira Sant'Ana Leandro , Muniz Carnevalli Lucas , Machado Sérgio , Weber Senna Gilmar , Scudese Estevão , Macedo Vianna Jeferson , Queiroz de Oliveira Cristiano
Published: August 2023

Objective: Verify the influence of different break times between sprints on the performance of amateur futsal athletes. Methods: 10 individuals, men, amateur futsal athletes (Age: 21.5 ± 1.6; Weight: 72.4 ± 6.88; Height: 1.72 ± 0.05; BMI: 24.3 ± 1.2; Fat%: 13.7 ± 3.3, VO2peak: 49.1 ± 10.5) participated in the study. Individuals were randomly selected to perform sessions with sprints (10 sets 20 m) with different pause times of 15 (S15), 30 (S30) and 60 (S60) seconds. For performance analysis, the speed (km / h) applied to each sprint was used and monitored by a device with a photocell (CEFISE Biotecnologia Esportiva®). Results: There was an interaction between speed and interval time (p = 0.000). For condition S15, a greater reduction in performance was observed (p ≤ 0.05), while for S30 and S60, no significant reduction in performance was observed (p > 0.05). The data for the area under the curve showed a significant difference (p = 0.000), where the interval of 60 s (S60) was longer compared to the values of 30 (S30) (p = 0.000) and 15 s (S15) (p = 0.000). However, there were no significant differences between the 30 and 15 s data (p = 0.248). Conclusion: A shorter time (15 s) interval between repeated sprints can significantly affect performance compared to longer breaks (30 and 60 s), but all the conditions tested here can be positive for the improvement of performance, mainly in sports that demand fast and efficient motor actions such as futsal.
Protocol for the Assessment of Individual Tactical Behavior (PADTI) – validation and reproducibility: preliminary evidence
Authors: Silva Denis Ricardo , Bertella Foschiera Diogo , Francisco Santos Legnani Rosimeide , Legnani Elto
Published: August 2023

In order to carry out the process of validation and reproducibility of the Protocol for the Assessment of Individual Tactical Behavior of Soccer athletes (PADTI), a study was carried out divided into three stages: I) preparation of the PADTI; II) logical, content and construct validation and; III) reproducibility. The PADTI was developed based on the 8 fundamental tactical principles of soccer, which were inserted in a Microsoft Excel® spreadsheet, used to collect, store and process the tactical actions of soccer players during the game. The PADTI validity process was performed by 8 professionals, using a spreadsheet to account for items using a Likert scale (5 points). Reproducibility was carried out in two moments with an interval of 15 days, using as a sample the tactical behaviors of the athletes of the Brazilian team, during a soccer match of the 2018 world cup. validity (IV) of 90%. There were no significant differences between the responses of the evaluators (χ² = 12.199; p = 0.094). The intraclass correlation (ICC) values were greater than 0.814 (CI: 95%: 0.251 - 0.954; p <0.001) and Cronbach's Alpha values were greater than α = 0.814. The results indicated that the PADTI is a valid and useful methodology for assessing the tactical performance of soccer players in a game situation.
The teaching of fights in school physical education: A state of knowledge of Brazilian studies
Authors: Ferreira Carla da Silva , Cardoso Nicole , Cardoso Tiele Neto , Mariante Neto Flávio Py , Vasques Daniel Giordani
Published: August 2023

This article aims to analyze the Brazilian academic publications on fights and Physical Education. We used content analysis through a state of knowledge, with 38 articles as corpus. As results we built four empirical analytical categories: 1) Space and sociocultural aspects: they point the lack of infrastructure and the scarcity of materials as restrictive factors for the approach of the fight contents in schools; 2) Technologies/media: that serve as auxiliary tools for the inclusion of fights in school Physical Education; 3) Physical Education curriculum: addresses issues related to content, culture, documents and teachers; and 4) Pedagogical practice: which involves more specific issues observed in the studies, such as methodologies involving the application of the content to classes, experiences, dimensions of the content, activities and implications about the themes discussed in the content, such as the association with violence, gender discrimination and sexuality. We conclude that the studies show that the approach of fights as content in schools is still incipient, being the insecurity of the teacher a preponderant factor so that fights are not inserted. Thus, studies indicate the need to create materials and methodologies that help teachers, thus enabling the use of content already consolidated in the literature.
O papel da motivação e satisfação com a vida na atividade física e comportamento sedentário de estudantes universitários chilenos
Authors: Faúndez-Casanova César , Galdino França Diego , Lago Menezes Murillo , Contreras Mellado Víctor , Flores Aniotz Alejandro , Cáceres-Salas Camila , Castillo-Retamal Marcelo , Vásquez-Gómez Jaime
Published: August 2023

A motivação é elemento fundamental para a prática de atividade física e o sentimento de satisfação com a vida. Contudo, pouco se sabe sobre o papel de tais variáveis psicológicas no estilo de vida de estudantes universitários chilenos. Este estudo teve como objetivos analisar as relações entre a satisfação com a vida e as regulações da motivação, e comparar tais variáveis em função do nível de atividade física e do comportamento sedentário de estudantes universitários. A amostra foi composta por 95 estudantes universitários chilenos (63,2% do gênero feminino), com idade média de 20,92 ± 1,98 anos. Os instrumentos avaliados foram o IPAQ, a Escala de Satisfação com a Vida e o Questionário de Regulação do Comportamento do Exercício. Medidas descritivas, coeficientes de correlação de Pearson e testes t de Student foram utilizados para analisar os dados. Os resultados revelaram correlações positivas e significativas entre satisfação com a vida e regulação intrínseca (r = 0,44), integrada (r = 0,38) e identificada (r = 0,41). Os estudantes com alto nível de atividade física obtiveram maiores pontuações para regulação intrínseca, integrada e identificada. Os indivíduos que reportaram menor comportamento sedentário possuíam maior regulação identificada. Desse modo, sugere-se que a regulação motivacional dos estudantes pode ser diferente em algumas dimensões, sendo que os indivíduos com maior nível de atividade física semanal demonstram regulações motivacionais mais adaptativas. A regulação identificada também parece desempenhar um papel importante para a redução do comportamento sedentário.
Resiliência, autoeficácia e motivação como características psicológicas positivas de bailarinos alunos e profissionais
Authors: Leão Tattyane Roiek Lazier , Ferreira Luciana , Leão Junior Cleber Mena , Vieira José Luiz Lopes
Published: August 2023

Esta pesquisa analisa as variáveis psicológicas resiliência, autoeficácia e motivação de 112 alunos da Escola de Dança do Teatro Guaíra, 15 bailarinos profissionais do Balé Teatro Guaíra e 08 bailarinos profissionais do G2 Cia de Dança, totalizando 135 bailarinos. A avaliação das variáveis psicológicas foi realizada por meio de quatro questionários, Escala de Resiliência, Escala de autoeficácia geral percebida, Escala de autoeficácia para bailarinos e Escala de Motivação para o Esporte II. Para análise de dados utilizou-se: Análise de Clusters hierárquica com o método Ward's method e o teste Mann-Whitney. Os resultados que mostraram que alunos e profissionais possuem níveis semelhantes para a motivação e distintos nas categorias de amizade, realização pessoal, satisfação, significado de vida e autoconfiança, capacidade de adaptação a situações da resiliência e na autoeficácia psicológica. Os resultados da análise de clusters identificou que grupo de bailarinos alunos que apresentam características semelhantes, estiveram divididos em três Clusters denominados de, "predominante", "intermediário" e "minoritário", enquanto que o grupo de bailarinos profissionais são divididos em dois grupos "maior" e "menor". Conclui-se que tanto bailarinos alunos e profissionais da dança apresentaram altos índices de resiliência, autoeficácia e motivação, estes resultados permitem afirmar que a dança tem um papel importante na construção de um perfil psicológico positivo.
An Ancient MHC-Linked Gene Encodes a Nonrearranging Shark Antibody, UrIg, Convergent with IgG
Authors: Flajnik Martin F , Stanfield Robyn , Pokidysheva Elena N , Boudko Sergei P , Wilson Ian , Ohta Yuko
Published: August 2023

Gnathostome adaptive immunity is defined by the Ag receptors, Igs and TCRs, and the MHC. Cartilaginous fish are the oldest vertebrates with these adaptive hallmarks. We and others have unearthed nonrearranging Ag receptor-like genes in several vertebrates, some of which are encoded in the MHC or in MHC paralogous regions. One of these genes, named UrIg, was detected in the class III region of the shark MHC that encodes a protein with typical V and C domains such as those found in conventional Igs and TCRs. As no transmembrane region was detected in gene models or cDNAs, the protein does not appear to act as a receptor. Unlike some other shark Ig genes, the UrIg V region shows no evidence of RAG-mediated rearrangement, and thus it is likely related to other V genes that predated the invasion of the RAG transposon. The UrIg gene is present in all elasmobranchs and evolves conservatively, unlike Igs and TCRs. Also, unlike Ig/TCR, the gene is not expressed in secondary lymphoid tissues, but mainly in the liver. Recombinant forms of the molecule form disulfide-linked homodimers, which is the form also detected in many shark tissues by Western blotting. mAbs specific for UrIg identify the protein in the extracellular matrix of several shark tissues by immunohistochemistry. We propose that UrIg is related to the V gene invaded by the RAG transposon, consistent with the speculation of emergence of Ig/TCR within the MHC or proto-MHC.
Full-thickness elliptical excision of lobular capillary hemangioma over upper eyelid with good aesthetic outcome: A report of two cases
Authors: Bhingradia Yogesh M , Belman Madhuri , Patel Asim I
Published: August 2023

Lobular capillary hemangioma (LCH) or pyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular tumor seen in children and adults, with a propensity to bleed profusely. Diagnosis can be made on the basis of sudden onset, rapid growth, history of trauma, and recurrent bleeding, though histopathological evidence is confirmatory. As these tumors do not usually regress spontaneously and have a high rate of recurrence, full-thickness surgical excision is a good option, especially in areas of low tension, such as the eyelids, as it offers satisfactory results with good aesthetic outcome and low chances of recurrence. Here, we report two cases of LCH over the upper eyelids, which were treated by full-thickness elliptical excision.
Multi-wave punch for follicular unit excision hair transplantation surgery
Authors: Park Jae Hyun , Ho Yeh Hong , Manonukul Kotchamol
Published: August 2023

Follicular unit excision is widely used for hair transplantation because it lacks a donor scar and is associated with less postoperative pain. Obtaining high-quality grafts and minimizing hair follicle damage during graft harvesting are key. This review elaborates on the types and dynamics of punches used in follicular unit extraction. We also describe the utility and advantages of a new “Multi-Wave Punch,” a new type of punch designed to optimize graft extraction and reduce follicular injury. This multi-wave punch is composed of three different parts. The cutting edge at the end is blunt-angled. Adjacent is the leading edge, which is characterized by several horizontally oriented multi-wave shapes. Most proximal is the main body, which is decagonal in shape. Because of the multi-wave and decagonal structure, the punch easily enters the outer layers of the scalp. The wave energy is transmitted to the surrounding tissue, separating hair follicles from adjacent tissue, facilitating extraction, reducing follicular damage, and ensuring higher quality grafts.
Recurrent lymphangioma circumscriptum: Treated with microneedling radiofrequency and topical sirolimus
Authors: Deokar Neha Pralhad , Nikam Balkrishna Pralhadrao , Hussain Asma Arif , Jamale Varsha
Published: August 2023

Introduction:

Lymphangioma circumscriptum is a “microcytic” lymphatic malformation. Different treatments have been tried with varying success. We report here a case of recurrent lymphangioma circumscriptum who was treated with microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF) and topical preparation or sirolimus cream with good improvement.

Case Report:

A 14-year-old girl presented to outpatient department with a cluster of small asymptomatic blisters over the unilateral inguinal area which on histopathology was confirmed to be lymphangioma circumscriptum. The patient had similar lesions 3 years back which she got surgically excised. Since the last 6 months, she had a recurrence of the similar lesions so this time we chose MNRF every 40 days to treat this case which was combined with topical sirolimus 0.01% during and after the procedure.

Discussion:

MNRF helps in neoelastogenesis and neocollagenosis, which leads to dermal thickening. It also acts as a drug delivery system by creating dermal channels. Sirolimus with its antilymphangiogenic properties helps prevent recurrence.
Una introducció a les mitelenovel.les de producció pròpia a TV3 I TVV El pòsit mític en la producció pròpia de ficció
Authors: Artur Moreno i Giménez Vicent
Published: August 2023

La telenovel.la no és un gènere novell: ha eliminat fronteres geogràfiques, culturals, i s'ha convertit en un fenomen mundial transclassista. Per exemple, la gent de Bòsnia, quan es va suspendre l'emissió de la telenovel.la Kasandra a causa del conflicte bèl.lic, s'acostaven fins a la frontera sèrbia i pagaven als serbis perquè els explicassen les últimes novetats de la història. O a Nigèria, quan la protagonista de La Dama de Rosa era enviada a presó, alguns espectadors van enviar cartes al govern nigerià perquè fos alliberada. A l'Estat Espanyol quan a un personatge de Cristal li diagnostiquen càncer de pit, el nombre de visites al ginecòleg augmentà espectacularment.
The Geometries of Stable Isotopes in Tooth Enamel and Their Radiation Cycles and Archaeological Significance
Authors: MERGEN Atiye Bahar , YILMAZ Mücahit , KARABULUT Ezman , ÇELİK Fatih Ahmet
Published: August 2023

Archaeologically, the elements in the tooth enamel and their isotopes provide a lot of information about the related period, such as the way of life and nutrition culture. In this study, it was determined how the durability or brittleness of tooth enamel varies with the presence of H, C, N and S elements, which are mostly detected in tooth enamel, and their most stable isotopes, D (deuterium), 13C, 15N, 34S elements. These elements were moved inside and on the surface of the hydroxyapatite (HAp) crystal, which is the most abundant in tooth enamel and the cornerstone of enamel. At the end of the study, it was revealed that Nitrogen (N) and Sulphur (S) elements, especially Ca atoms that ensure the durability of the HAp crystal, and Oxygen atoms make bonds that prevent electronic charge sharing. In addition, this type of bonding (in geometries holding many Ca atoms) increase the fragility as the number of Ca-O bonds decrease. At the same time, such bindings create difficulties in determining the isotopes of the relevant elements. C bonding, on the other hand, provides a strong stretching action as it provides a double bond with the Oxygen atom, so the isotopic state of the carbon atom easily shows itself. The same situation was observed for element H and its isotope D. These findings better explain the brittleness of the teeth of ancient people, especially those who were fed marine life.

Keywords: Carbon, Hydrogen, Hydroxyapatite, Nitrogen, Sulphur