bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Düz Taban ve Sağlıklı Taban Yürüyüş Analizi için Medikal Nesnelerin İnterneti Tabanlı Akıllı Ayakkabı Tasarımı
Authors: MUSTAFAOGLU Afet , AKTAŞ Faruk
Published: October 2022

Flat feet is a condition that negatively affects the quality of life of the person, causing various health problems such as early fatigue, pain in the feet, pressing in, knees bumping, and lower back pain. When flat feet is untreated, it causes various health problems as progress an age such as deformity in the feet and calcification in the waist. Therefore, in order to apply the proper treatment, it is necessary to measure and identify the flatness. Innovative technologies used in health care are called the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). IoMT is based on the principle that the data are collected through numerous sensors, pre-processed from smart devices, transferred through the access points, and analyzed through the server to enhance patients' health. In this study, IoMT-based smart shoes were designed to observe the pressure differences in healthy foot compared to flat feet by the gait trials performed with the insole. In the smart shoe design, three force sensors are placed in the medial and lateral forefoot and rear foot to measure intense pressure on the sole. During the walking test, an accelerometer was used to collect speed data, and a Bluetooth module was used for wireless communication. This smart shoe also designed as an inexpensive alternative to the current motion capture systems.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN DISCOVERY LEARNING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN MENULIS CERITA INSPIRATIF
Authors: Marini Netti , Tansliova Lili , Resmi Resmi
Published: October 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaruh penggunaan metode pembelajaran discovery learning terhadap kemampuan menulis cerita inspiratif siswa kelas IX MTs Binaul Iman Karangsari. Instrumen pengumpul data dalam penelitian ini adalah dengan menggunakan tes essay  untuk mengukur kemampuan menulis cerita inspiratif siswa kelas IX MTs Binaul Iman Karangsari dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran discovery learning. Peneliti menggunakan pretest dan postest untuk melihat peningkatan kemampuan siswa dalam menyimak. Selanjutnya dilakukan analisis dengan menggunakan rumus Deskripsi Korelasi Product Moment. Setelah memperoleh hasil analisis data penelitian, maka selanjutnya dilakukan pembuktian hipotesis untuk mengetahui apakah hipotesis diterima kebenarannya atau ditolak dengan menggunakan uji tes (uji “t”). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa nilai rata – rata pre test kemampuan menulis cerita inspiratif sebesar 69,9. Setelah penggunaan metode discovery learning, rata – rata nilai post tes kemampuan menulis inspiratif  siswa mengalami peningkatan yakni dengan nilai rata – rata 85,4. Selanjutnya diperoleh nilai korelasi sebesar 0, 71 dan berdasarkan uji t juga diperoleh t  hitung sebesar 7,31 dan t tabel sebesar 2,00. Maka nilai t hitung yang lebih besar dari t tabel tersebut menunjukkan bahwa hipotesis diterima (Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak). Hal ini berarti bahwa metode discovery learning memberikan pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap kemampuan menulis cerita inspiratif pada siswa MTs Binaul Iman Karangsari
POLA PENGAJARAN KESANTUNAN BERBAHASA ANAK PADA LINGKUNGAN KELUARGA MASYARAKAT DESA KELAMBIR 5 KEBUN KECAMATAN HAMPARAN PERAK
Authors: Nazhirah Yunus Rusyda
Published: October 2022

Dengan kesantunan yang benar dan penggunaan bahasa yang benar, dapat timbullah keharmonisan dalam pergaulan dengan lingkungan sekitar. Penanaman kesantunan berbahasa juga sangat berpengaruh positif terhadap kematangan emosi seseorang. Berbahasa yang santun seharusnya sudah menjadi suatu tradisi yang dimiliki oleh setiap orang sejak kecil, anak perlu dibina dan dididik berbahasa yang santun, karena jika dibiarkan anak bisa menjadi orang yang kasar, arogan, dan tidak punya nilai etika serta agama. Agar anak pun mengerti dan bisa menanamkan kesantunan berbahasa kepada anak sebaiknya memberikan prinsip mengerti, merasakan, dan melaksanakan. Pada penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif bersifat deskriptif, menjelaskan data atau objek secara natural, objektif, dan faktual. Istilah deskriptif merupakan penelitian yang dilakukan semata-mata hanya berdasarkan pada fakta-fakta yang ada. Kesantunan pragmatikpola  imperatif orang tua dan anak dalam pergaulan sehari hari di Desa Kelambir V Kebun diwujudkan dalam pola tuturan deklaratif dan interogatif. Wujud tuturan deklaratif yang ditemukan menyatakan makna pragmatik imperatif suruhan, ajakan, permohonan, dan larangan, selanjutnya wujud tuturan interogatif yang menyatakan makna pragmatik imperatif  perintah, persilaan dan larangan.
Fuzzy Differential Equations in Pseudo BH-algebra
Authors: AL-asdi Abbas , Al-Shaher Oday , Jawad Haider
Published: October 2022

We introduce the notions of an algebra-BH , Fuzzy of an algebra-BH , Pseudo algebra-BH , Solve Differential Equations in pseudo BH-algebra , Solve Differential Equations in fuzzy pseudo BH-algebra . Also we prove and stated some properties , theorems and examples with some Remarks that explain the relationship with the definitions.
Attenuation of human hydatid cyst protoscolices viability by 1-Hydroxyphenazin (1-HP) pigment: In vitro and in vivo study
Authors: Ibrahim Zaman A. A.
Published: October 2022

Background: Hydatidosis is a widespread chronic zoonotic disease caused by helminthic larval stage of tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus. It has a serious medical and public health problem. Recently many substances are used to activate and modulate the immune system of the host in order to control the cyst growth and development.Materials and Methods: Protoscolices were isolated from human hydatid cysts and treated with four purified concentrations (25, 50, 75, 100μm/ml) of 1-HP plus hydatid cyst fluid as a positive control group for 4, 24, 48 and 72 hrs period of exposure. Then After 72 hours, the protoscolices which were treated with different concentration of 1-HP were inoculated intraperitonially of male white balb / c mice to see the infectivity of the protoscolices in vivo.Results: The results showed that the higher purified concentration 75,100 mole/ml of this pigment had a highly significant toxic effect on the viability of protoscolies, especially after 72 hrs.This toxicity of the pigment decreases the number of the protoscolices to develop and grow in vivo.Conclusion: It has been found that 1-hydroxyphenazine is a dose dependant toxic pigment causing attenuation of the protoscolices viability in vitro which decreases the number of protoscolices to develop and grow in vivo.
Evaluation of risk factors and outcomes associated with mortality after hip fracture surgery in eldery patients
Authors: İPEK Deniz , ÇALBIYIK Murat , DENİZCİ Tuba , ALIÇ Taner , DÜNDAR Abdulrahim , ZEHİR Sinan
Published: October 2022

Objective: In this retrospective study, it was aimed to compare mortality related risk factors and outcomes in patients who underwent proximal femoral nail and partial hip prosthesis for hip fracture.

Material and Method: In our study, a total of 618 patient files who underwent hip fracture operations, including partial hip replacement (n=350) and proximal femoral nail (n=268) were retrospectively analyzed. Age, gender, fracture side, cause, type of fracture, type of operation, blood transfusion, hospital stay, anesthesia type and one-year survival times of the patients were examined.

Results: Gender, age, side, mechanism, anesthesia, comorbid diseases, cause of mortality, one-year mortality and survival time differences between patient groups were not statistically significant (p>0.05). However, fracture type, blood transfusion and hospital stay differences between groups were statistically significant (p
Investigation of the effects of different nanoparticle additionals on the mechanical properties of silicone elastomer used in maxillofacial prosthesis
Authors: KARAMAN Gamze , ALTINTAŞ Eyyüp
Published: October 2022

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the change in the mechanical properties of silicone elastomer used in the production of maxillofacial prostheses with the addition of 3 different nanoparticles (TiO2-SiO2-ZnO).

Material and Method: TiO2-SiO2-ZnO nanoparticles were added to the A part of the M511 Platinum (Technovent Ltd., England) silicone elastomer at a rate of 2% by weight. Test specimens were produced in sizes by ASTM D412 standards for tensile strength and percent elongation, ASTM D624 for tear strength, and ASTM D2240-68 for hardness testing. For each mechanical test, 4 groups were formed together with the control group and 3 other groups to which nanoparticles were added, and a total of 132 samples were produced, 11 samples for each group (n=11), (N=132). The data of tensile strength, elongation percentage, and tear strength tests were analyzed by Shapiro Wilk's and/or Kolmogorov Smirnov/Mann Whitney U, Kruskal Wallis-H tests; for the hardness test, the values ​​in each group showed a normal distribution within themselves, hardness test was analyzed with Oneway ANOVA/Tukey HSD tests.

Results: The addition of TiO2 and SiO2 to the silicone elastomer significantly increased the tensile strength compared to the other groups (p
The relationship between nutrition, inflammation and colchicine resistance in familial Mediterranean fever
Authors: OMMA Tülay , ÇOLAK Seda , CAN SANDIKÇI Sevinç , ZENGİN Fatmanur Hümeyra , OMMA Ahmet
Published: October 2022

Aim: Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is an autoinflammatory and genetic disease associated with chronic inflammation. Colchicine is the gold standard treatment for FMF, although some patients respond partially. Factors such as heavy exercise, cold exposure, stress, recent infection or surgery have been associated with the occurrence of attacks. Recently, nutrition is thought to be involved in the pathogenesis of autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the relationship between nutrition, inflammation and colchicine resistance by considering the nutritional status of FMF patients. Material and Method: The study included 59 patients and 67 healthy individuals who were matched for gender, age and body mass index (BMI). Clinical, anthropometric, and biochemical measurements were obtained. Three-days, 24-hour diet records were recorded in the nutrient database program (BeBiS software program), the amounts of macro and micronutrient contents were determined and the Diet Inflammatory Index (DII) score was calculated and compared between groups. Results: Statistically, the diets of FMF patients were found to be higher in omega-6, carbohydrate percentage and salt content, and lower in terms of lactose, fat percentage, monounsaturated fatty acids, retinol and biotin compared to controls. There was no correlation between DII and acute phase reactants and colchicine dose. Conclusion: The course of FMF can be affected by environmental factors, as well as its genetic background. Nutrition is a new and interesting topic in this regard and may contribute to inflammation and disease activity in FMF patients.
Comparison of predictive scoring systems in patients hospitalized in the internal medicine intensive care unit
Authors: KARAGÖZ ÖZEN Düriye Sıla , KAYABAŞ Abdulcelil , DEMİRAG Mehmet Derya
Published: October 2022

Aim: Various scoring systems have been developed to predict mortality, disease severity, and length of stay of patients in intensive care units. It is important to demonstrate the validity of these scores in the society in which they are used. This study aims to evaluate the effects of The Acute Physiologic and Chronic Evaluation (APACHE)-II, APACHE-IV, The Simplified Acute Physiologic Score (SAPS), and Mortality Prediction Model (MPM0) scores on mortality in the internal medicine intensive care unit.

Material and Method: The patients who were followed up in an internal medicine intensive care unit between June 2021 and December 2021 in a tertiary hospital in Turkey were included in this study. The scores were calculated at the time they were admitted to the intensive care unit. 115 patients who were followed up in the internal medicine intensive care unit for 6 months were included. The patients were divided into two groups alive or deceased. 52 (45.2%) patients in the survivor group and 63 (54.8%) patients in the deceased group were included. Patients received no study-related medical intervention.

Results: When all four prognostic scoring systems were analyzed according to the median cut-off values, rising values ​​were related to mortality with statistical significance (p
Comparison of the effects of ultrasound-guided thoracic paravertebral block and erector spinae plane block on postoperative acute and chronic pain in patients undergoing video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery
Authors: ZENGİN Musa , ÜLGER Gülay , BALDEMİR Ramazan , SAZAK Hilal , AYDOĞDU Koray , ALAGÖZ Ali
Published: October 2022

Aim: The aim of the study was to compare the effects of ultrasound (US)-guided Erector spinae plane block (ESPB) and thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) on postoperative acute and chronic pain.
Material and Method: Patients aged range of 18 to 80 years and underwent video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) were included in a single-blinded randomized trial. All patients were informed about the study and their written consent was obtained. The primary outcome was determined as acute postoperative visual analog scale (VAS) scores, and secondary outcomes were postoperative morphine consumption and the incidence of chronic pain. US-guided ESPB and TPVB were performed to all patients and they were assigned randomly to ESPB (Group 1) and TPVB (Group 2) groups according to the analgesia protocol.
Results: Visual analog scale (VAS) resting and VAS cough scores at the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 8th, and 16th hours were found to be statistically significantly higher in the TPVB group than in the ESPB group (p<0.05) Morphine consumption (p:0.042) and additional analgesic (p:0.037) use were found to be statistically significantly higher in the TPVB group compared to the ESPB group. As complications, only nausea and vomiting were observed with no significant difference between the groups (p>0.05). There was no significant difference in terms of postoperative 30th and 90th day pain characteristics between the groups (p>0.05).
Conclusion: ESPB was superior to TPVB in terms of acute postoperative pain management, morphine consumption, and side effects, but the incidence of chronic pain in the first and third months after surgery was similar in both groups.
Using the Charlson comorbidity index as a prognostic factor of lower gastrointestinal system bleeding: the experience of a tertiary center
Authors: ARI Derya , ERDOĞAN Çağdaş , YÜKSEL Mahmut , YEŞİL Bayram , TURAN GÖKÇE Dilara , BACAKSIZ Ferhat , KAYAÇETİN Ertuğrul
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Lesions in the gastroinestinal (GI) tract that are distal to the Treitz ligament are what cause the lower gastrointestinal bleeding (LGB) system. The purpose of this study was to investigate and compare the Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI), mortality rates, length of hospital stays, need for intensive care, need for blood products, and surgical rates in patients with acute LGB.
Material and Method: Retrospective research was done on patients who had lower GI bleeding and had been seen in our gastroenterology clinic between 2015 and 2021. We looked into the impact of CCI on patients' follow-up after LGB.
Results: The mean age of the 210 patients who had lower GI bleeding was 67.70±13.67 years. For all of the patients, the median CCI value was 4.00. (2.00-5.00). While 16 study participants (group 1) passed away, 194 participants (group 2) were released from the hospital. The variance in the median CCI values between the two groups was statistically significant (p>0.001). The results of a multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that CCI was a reliable predictor of mortality (p>0.001).
Conclusion: It was found that CCI was an accurate predictor of mortality. CCI ought to be regarded as a crucial factor in the treatment of patients who are bleeding from their lower gastrointestinal tract.
Neurologic symptoms and signs observed in critical COVID-19 patients may be precursors of existing cerebrovascular disease
Authors: YILMAZ Ayşe , SOYLU Veysel Garani , DEMİR Ufuk , TAŞKIN Öztürk , DOĞANAY Zahide
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Although COVID-19 disease often includes respiratory system findings, that affects the gastrointestinal system, circulatory system, coagulation system and neurological system. In this study, we identified the neurological signs and symptoms observed in critical COVID-19 patients.

Material and Method: This retrospective study reviewed 595 COVID-19 patients admitted to our intensive care unit (ICU) between January to June 2020. Patients with neurologic symptoms that were divided into two groups were diagnosed neurological disease (group ND) and non-neurological disease (group non-ND). Clinical signs and symptoms, radiological findings, demographic data (age, gender, presence of comorbidities), white blood cell (WBC), lymphocyte, platelet, lactic acid, glucose, and D-dimer levels, length of hospitalization, requirement of mechanical ventilation, and mortality were recorded for each patient.

Results: Neurologic symptoms were observed in 148 (24.8%) patients. Of these, 44 patients were diagnosed neurological disease and 104 patients were non- neurological disease. The prevalence of neurologic symptoms was significantly higher in group ND. The rate of acute ischemic cerebrovascular disease in 595 critical COVID-19 patients was 6.2%.

Conclusion: Presence of cerebrovascular diseases should be suspected in COVID-19patients with paresis, altered consciousness, numbness, taste/smell disorders, and plegia. The rate of ischemic cerebrovascular disease was approximately seven times higher than the rate of hemorrhagic cerebrovascular disease in critically COVID-19 patients.
Critically appraising for antiracism
Authors: Naicker Ramona
Published: October 2022

Racial bias in research impacts a study’s relevancy, validity and reliability, though presently this aspect is not addressed in critical appraisal tools, and consequently appraisers may not take racial bias into account when assessing a paper’s quality. Drawing on critical race theory (CRT) tenets that racism is ubiquitous and race a social construct, this paper discusses concerns regarding racism in research which have been broadly divided into two categories for critical appraisers to consider: the underrepresentation of minoritised ethnic groups in health studies, especially where minoritised populations see higher rates of disease occurrence and; the utilisation of racial/ethnicity data to interpret disparities in outcomes, including speculation of biological race, the misinterpretation of genetic ancestry as race, and the lack of investigation into social determinants of health, including systemic, institutional and interpersonal forms of racism. The injustices exposed in this paper impact the health of minoritised ethnic groups and are therefore a Black Lives Matter issue. They risk resurrecting dangerous theories regarding biological inferiority among minoritised ethnic populations, as well as hindering study findings. The application of CRT frameworks in health science research quality appraisal is discussed in relation to the above themes – using largely UK-based contexts with supporting examples from the US – followed by recommendations for critically appraising for antiracism. Further information to support critically appraising for antiracism can be found via https://www.criticallyappraisingantiracism.org/.
CRT, information, and disability: An intersectional commentary
Authors: Vaden Mondrea (Mondo)
Published: October 2022

Grounded in my perspective as a deaf, Black, and trans librarian who has worked in many Library and Information Science (LIS) roles, I argue in this paper that information scientists and professionals could close the gap in representation and information access by applying a knowledge of intersectionality to our work. I make the case for this by presenting examples of three Black historical “hidden figures” who shaped life as we know it in the USA, highlighting the erased dimensions of their lives as disabled people. Despite this geographical setting, these intersectional counter stories are relevant to addressing local areas of inequity in information access and resources worldwide. This community commentary paper addresses a serious gap in scholarship and practice around the erasure of disability from both Black history and LIS theory and practice, and follows in the Critical Race Theory (CRT) traditions of intersectionality (Crenshaw, 1991) and counter-storytelling (Solórzano & Yosso, 2002) to bridge this gulf. Applying CRT and related concepts to LIS work prepares the ground for immediate and future needs for equitable access to resources, by acknowledging those who may be hindered by their racial/ableist/queerphobic biases and the way they may unknowingly play into systemic oppression, just by their participation. This will maintain relevance and contribute to the creation of equity for Black and brown marginalized LIS staff and community members going forward. Having additional systemic support for our most marginalized staff members would create ripple effects in information access and cultural competency in the way we are able to see barriers and opportunities, and the field as a whole would benefit.
Antibiotic use for asymptomatic bacteriuria in children with neurogenic bladder
Authors: Wickham Azadeh , McElroy Susan F. , Austenfeld Lindsey , Randall J. Hogan , Carrasco Alonso , Weddle Gina , Bowlin Paul , Koenig Joel , Gatti John M.
Published: October 2022

PURPOSE: Patients with neurogenic bladder (NB) often perform clean intermittent catheterization (CIC) and are predisposed to bladder colonization. Antibiotics are not routinely indicated in those with asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB). The original purpose of this study was to compare patients that received antibiotics for ASB and those that did not. However, because the non-antibiotic group was very small, the final analysis evaluated treatment patterns of ASB in children with NB. METHODS: A retrospective chart review was completed, including patients who presented with urinary tract infection (UTI) and NB managed by CIC. Patients with symptoms of UTI were excluded. Basic demographics, urinalysis, culture results, and antibiotic prescriptions were collected. RESULTS: The sample included 272 patient encounters for 109 unique patients. Of these, 50.7% were female, and the median age was 10.25 years. More than half the urine cultures (56.2%) grew gram-negative organisms, and 31.3% contained 2 or more organisms. Nearly all encounters received treatment with antibiotics. Twenty-three encounters with no culture performed or the culture resulted in no growth received antibiotic therapy. CONCLUSIONS: Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic stewardship are primary concerns in healthcare today. This organization’s current practice pattern shows high antibiotic use for ASB in patients with NB. Future studies are required to identify outcomes associated with treatment versus non-treatment in these patients.
Participation in sports of Dutch children with lower limb deficiencies
Authors: Michielsen Anka , van Es Maxine , Verschuren Olaf , van Wijk Iris
Published: October 2022

PURPOSE: The primary aim was to describe sports participation of Dutch children and adolescents with lower limb deficiencies (LLD). The secondary aim was to explore perceived limitations concerning sports participation. METHODS: A total of 103 children and adolescents with LLD, aged 8–18 years (mean 11.7 years), were asked about their sports participation using a study-specific self-report questionnaire. RESULTS: Children and adolescents with LLD frequently (78%) participated in sports activities, and most of them (68%) participated in the sport of their preference. Just over half of all children (52%) perceived an inability to participate in specific sports. Physical performance (running) and endurance were mentioned as the most limiting factors in participating in certain sports. CONCLUSION: Children and adolescents with LLD in the Netherlands participate in a variety of sports. Despite dependency on lower limb prostheses in most cases, children and adolescents with LLD have a high potentiality of participating in sports.
Natural language processing in official statistics: The social mood on economy index experience
Authors: Catanese Elena , Scannapieco Monica , Bruno Mauro , Valentino Luca
Published: October 2022

In recent years, Eurostat promoted Experimental Statistics, i.e., statistics that “have not reached full maturity in terms of harmonization, coverage or methodology”. These statistics are based on new data sources, mainly Big Data, able to improve timeliness and provide new complementary measures to Official Statistics estimates. However, the use of Big Data implies new quality challenges, and a well-defined Big Data quality framework is not available. The Social Mood on Economy Index (SMEI) is among the first experimental statistics on Big Data published by the Italian National Statistics Institute (Istat) since 2018. SMEI is a daily index computed from the Italian Twitter’s public stream aimed at representing the evolution of the feelings on economics topics. The longevity of SMEI makes it a perfect candidate to investigate Big Data related quality issues. Its intrinsic multivariate approach hinders the interpretation of the index. Are we able to track its quality characteristics? What are specific uses of the SME index? The paper will report current discussion and solutions implemented at Istat, in particular it focuses on SMEI’s revision due to COVID-19 pandemic. The present work is aiming at contributing to the ESS debate on setting up quality standards for processing Big Data-based statistical products.
Institutional challenges and prospects regarding the 2021 Population-Housing Census in Greece
Authors: Benaki-Kyprioti Vassiliki , Kasapis Apostolos
Published: October 2022

The Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) worked towards the introduction of a designated Law governing the 2021 General Censuses in Greece. It was the first time that the General Censuses were conducted by virtue of a legal act which underwent extensive deliberations and legal scrutiny. This kind of strengthening of the statistical legislation demonstrates the wide recognition of the professional independence ELSTAT has established and it provided a solid basis for the Hellenic Statistical System (ELSS) to be able to adequately respond to both current and future challenges. These straightforward institutional arrangements ensured ELSTAT’s ability to effectively conduct the Censuses in accordance with the International Recommendations and Standards, while, at the same time, strengthened its capacity to an immediate response to arising needs and challenges. It was then no mystery how ELSTAT was able to immediately adapt to the developing operational conditions by creating a plan for a hybrid census system for all households. At the same time the legal instruments used laid the foundations for the establishment and maintenance of Statistical Registers for Population and Buildings, introducing two unique identifiers (“keys”) in the Census variables and creating the institutional infrastructure for linkage to other administrative registers.
Letter to the Editor: Complementary dose of COVID-19 vaccination may prevent SARS-CoV-2 breakthrough infection among previously vaccinated HIV positive persons
Authors: Kowalska JD , Bieńkowski C , Firląg-Burkacka E , Skrzat-Klapaczyńska A
Published: October 2022

 

ABSTRACT

People living with HIV (PLWH) are a heterogeneous group of immunocompromised persons. Detectable HIV viral load and chronic comorbidities are independently increasing the risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 among PLWH. We aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines in PLWH. A significant increase in S-RBD antibody titers >100 AU/mL was observed when compared the titers measured one week after the 1st dose to titers performed after the 2nd vaccine dose.
Alterations in human intestinal microbiota in the course of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection
Authors: Stepuch A , Fabisiak D
Published: October 2022

ABSTRACT
There is an interaction between the bacteria and the host at the genetic, metabolic and immunological levels. The intestine is the largest immune organ in the human’s body, and the microbes present in it influence the immune response. An imbalance in the type and the number of bacteria can affect human health. The study attempts to review the current reports on intestinal dysbiosis in the course of SARS-CoV-2 infection and the impact of the composition of the intestinal microbiome on the course and severity of COVID-19 disease.

STRESZCZENIE
Pomiędzy bakteriami a gospodarzem zachodzi ciągła interakcja na poziomach: genetycznym, metabolicznym i immunologicznym. Jelito jest największym organem immunologicznym w organizmie człowieka, a obecne w nim drobnoustroje wpływają na odpowiedź immunologiczną. Brak równowagi w rodzaju i liczbie bakterii może mieć wpływ na stan zdrowia człowieka. W pracy podjęto próbę przeglądu aktualnych doniesień na temat dysbiozy jelitowej w przebiegu zakażenia wirusem SARS-CoV-2 oraz wpływu składu mikrobiomu jelitowego na przebieg i nasilenie choroby COVID-19.
Double victory – the role of medical services in the period of the Polish-Bolshevik War in 1919-1921
Authors: Majcherczyk SJ
Published: October 2022

ABSTRACT
The Polish-Bolshevik War took place between Poland and Soviet Russia, in the years 1919-1921. In addition to military threats, a great problem was the threat posed by various epidemics in Russia. The mass escape of people of Polish origin from Bolshevik Russia to the newly reborn Poland posed a real threat to the biological existence of the nation. The steps taken by the Polish authorities at that time were astonishing in their effectiveness – the Chief Extraordinary Commissioner for Combating Epidemics was appointed, giving him almost unlimited powers comparable to an army commander on a war front. This made it possible to establish sanitary posts along the eastern border, which exercised epidemiological control over repatriates to the interior of the country.  A network of mobile infectious disease hospitals, bathhouses, and disinfection points was organized. Mandatory immunizations were introduced. Biological threats were effectively controlled.

STRESZCZENIE
Wojna polsko-bolszewicka rozegrała się między Polską a sowiecką Rosją, w latach 1919-1921. Oprócz zagrożeń militarnych wielkim problemem były zagrożenia wynikające z panujących w Rosji różnych epidemii. Masowa ucieczka z bolszewickiej Rosji ludności pochodzenia polskiego do nowo odrodzonej Polski stanowiła rzeczywiste zagrożenie dla biologicznego istnienia narodu. Zdumiewające w swojej skuteczności były posunięcia ówczesnych polskich władz – powołano Naczelnego Nadzwyczajnego Komisarza do walki z epidemiami dając mu niemal nieograniczone uprawnienia porównywalne do dowódcy armii na froncie wojennym. Umożliwiło to utworzenie wzdłuż wschodniej granicy punktów sanitarnych sprawujących kontrolę epidemiologiczną nad repatriantami do wnętrza kraju. Zorganizowano sieć mobilnych szpitali zakaźnych, łaźni, punktów dezynfekcji. Wdrożono obowiązkowe szczepienia ochronne. Skutecznie zapanowano nad biologicznymi zagrożeniami.
¿Hacia una justicia transhumanista? Una reflexión sobre la argumentación jurídica y los jueces robots
Authors: Piñar Guzmán Blas
Published: October 2022

La revolución digital de trasfondo transhumanista en la que estamos inmersos plantea un escenario de robotización también de la función jurisdiccional. El uso intensivo de Big Data e Inteligencia Artificial (IA) abriría la posibilidad de que sean las máquinas quienes razonen jurídicamente y sean -en definitiva- quienes tomen las decisiones dirimentes de los conflictos sociales so capa de una mayor rapidez, objetividad y predictibilidad; en definitiva, dada su evidente eficiencia en comparación con los juzgadores humanos. Sin embargo, conviene examinar atentamente las limitaciones de la IA aplicada a la argumentación jurídica. Merece la pena recapacitar acerca de la idoneidad social de una eventualidad tal. Se concluye escuchando voces autorizadas que se han pronunciado al respecto, cuestionando la existencia de una ‘justicia transhumanista’, pues el uso intensivo y extensivo de la IA no dejaría de ser una capitulación de la ciencia jurídica. Ahora bien, un uso encuadrado dentro de sus posibilidades abre una oportunidad para el mejor razonamiento jurídico y la extensión de los métodos de resolución de conflictos alternativos a la jurisdicción estatal.
Biology and Management of Mulberry Weed (Fatoua villosa) in Ornamental Crop Production
Authors: Marble Chris , Steed Shawn
Published: October 2022

This 4-page fact sheet discusses the characteristics of mulberry weed (Fatoua villosa) and explains how to control its growth in a nursery environment. Written by Chris Marble and Shawn Steed, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, April 2015.

ENH1256/EP517: Biology and Management of Mulberry Weed (Fatoua villosa) in Ornamental Crop Production (ufl.edu)
An Update on Florida’s Artificial Reefs: Recent Research and What It Means for Florida
Authors: Camp Edward V. , Chong Lisa , Collins Angela B. , Abeels Holly , Mille Keith , Hall-Scharf Brittany , Zangroniz Ana , Jackson Scott , Krueger Shelly , Blanco Victor
Published: October 2022

As coastal managers and practitioners continue placing artificial reefs in marine waters, the scientific understanding of the effects and implications of artificial reefs is changing. It is especially important for resource managers and Extension and outreach personnel, as well as the interested public, to keep aware of these changes as they occur, but usually scientific studies are first published in peer-reviewed journals that may be inaccessible. This publication describes some of the most recent artificial reef studies that are likely to be especially relevant to Florida. Each is summarized and its potential relevance to Florida described. This is not a complete record of recent research, but it should help the interested public, managers, educators, and outreach personnel stay informed of recent developments in artificial reef science that should be considered when making decisions about artificial reefs.
Energy Efficiency for Florida Aquaculture Facilities: Variable Frequency Drives
Authors: Neff Jordan , Cassiano Eric , Alo Micah , Watson Craig
Published: October 2022

Energy consumption is often a primary contributor to the cost of operation in aquaculture. Even on a moderately sized farm, excessive energy consumption can be a limiting factor in the success of an aquaculture business. Reducing operational costs can increase total profitability. Identifying inefficient energy use and implementing energy-efficient technologies can help reduce the total cost of operation. This publication is one in a series that details techniques and methods for reducing energy consumption to decrease operational costs on aquaculture facilities.
In many aquaculture practices, especially finfish culture, water must be moved from one location to another.  Pumping water often accounts for a significant portion of a facility’s energy use and operational costs.  This publication discusses how variable frequency drives can be used to reduce energy consumption of pumps.
Economic Contributions of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Food Industries in Florida in 2013
Authors: Hodges Alan W. , Rahmani Mohammad , Stevens Thomas J.
Published: October 2022

About 1.52 million people worked full- or part-time in Florida’s agriculture, natural resources and food industries in 2013— an 8.7 percent increase in jobs over 2012.

Recognizing the significant impact agriculture, natural resources, and related food industries have on the economy of Florida is essential to informed public policy. UF/IFAS researchers used the Implan regional economic modeling system to estimate economic multipliers for over 500 different industry sectors and evaluate their economic contributions in 2013. This 5-page executive summary was written by Alan W. Hodges, Mohammad Rahmani, and Thomas J. Stevens and published by the Department of Food and Resource Economics, September 2015. (UF/IFAS File photo)

Related Resources:Press release: https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/news/2015/09/10/floridas-agriculture-related-employment-up-8-7-percentFull report: https://fred.ifas.ufl.edu/pdf/FE969-FullReport.pdf
Golden Canna: Canna flaccida
Authors: Gilman Edward F. , Della Torre Carl J. , Gettys Lyn A.
Published: October 2022

Golden canna is a native wetland plant with bright yellow flowers that can be found throughout most of Florida. This revised 4-page facts sheet details the golden canna’s biology, distribution and habitat, propagation, pests and diseases, and landscaping and other uses. Written by Edward F. Gilman, Carl J. Della Torre III, and Lyn A. Gettys, and published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, June 2015.
FPS102/FP102: Native Aquatic and Wetland Plants: Golden Canna: Canna flaccida (ufl.edu)
Preventing Foodborne Illness: Norovirus
Authors: Silverberg Rachael , Jones Melissa K. , Goodrich Schneider Renée , Sreedharan Aswathy , Schneider Keith R.
Published: October 2022

If you have ever had the stomach flu, norovirus was likely the culprit. Norovirus is the most common cause of foodborne illness in the United States and is transmitted through direct person-to-person contact or contaminated objects and food. This revised 5-page fact sheet covers how norovirus is spread, foods associated with norovirus, symptoms of infection, who is at risk, as well proper sanitation methods for preventing the spread of norovirus. Written by Rachael Silverberg, Melissa K. Jones, Renée Goodrich Schneider, Aswathy Sreedharan, and Keith R. Schneider, and published by the UF Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, June 2015.

FSHN0518/FS129: Preventing Foodborne Illness: Norovirus (ufl.edu)
Seguridad Alimentaria: Crucigrama de Alimentos de Alto Riesgo
Authors: Hillan Jennifer , Bobroff Linda B.
Published: October 2022

Algunos alimentos pueden causar más enfermedades alimentarias que otros. La leche ó jugos no pasteurizados no son seguros para consumir. Alimentos que no han sido cocinados, como lo son los huevos crudos ó a medio cocinar son particularmente riesgosos.

This revised 2-page fact sheet is the Spanish-language version of FCS8802/FY927: Food Safety: High-Risk Foods Crossword. Written by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, July 2015. (Photo Credit: Catherine Yeulet/iStock/Thinkstock)
Peach Rust
Authors: Ligon Courtney , Olmstead Mercy , Harmon Philip
Published: October 2022

Peach rust is a fungal disease that affect the leaves and, less commonly, twigs and fruit of peach trees. The fungus that causes peach rust thrives in Florida’s humid climate and may cause significant economic losses in severely affected orchards. This 5-page fact sheet details peach rust symptoms, disease cycle, and management, including fungicide treatments. Written by Courtney Ligon, Mercy Olmstead, and Phillip Harmon, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, June 2015.

HS1263/HS1263: Peach Rust (Transchelia spp.) (ufl.edu)
Resetting in Citrus Groves
Authors: Zekri Mongi
Published: October 2022

To maintain the overall productivity of a citrus grove, dead or declining trees should be promptly removed and replaced with young, healthy trees, a practice known as resetting. Resetting presents many challenges for growers because young trees require more attention and care than more established trees. This 4-page fact sheet discusses effective resetting methods and maintenance for citrus. Written by Zekri Mongi, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, August 2015.

HS1266/HS1266: Resetting in Citrus Groves (ufl.edu)
Facts about Wildlife Diseases: Rabies
Authors: Wisely Samantha M. , Ober Holly K.
Published: October 2022

Rabies is a virus carried by mammals. It kills infected humans and animals if they are not treated shortly after exposure. Rabies can be prevented, but it cannot be cured once symptoms become evident. This revised 6-page fact sheet explains how rabies spreads, which animals can get it, how common it is, symptoms, what you can do to limit its spread and what to do in case of a possible rabies exposure. Written by Samantha M. Wisely and Holly K. Ober, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2015.
How to Perform a Fetotomy in Cattle: An Illustrated Guide
Authors: Jimenez Myriam , Risco Carlos , Galvao Klibs N.
Published: October 2022

To perform a fetotomy means to dissect (to cut apart) a dead fetus in utero. Fetotomy is applicable particularly to cows because of the size of the uterus and the opportunity to introduce instruments to the full depth of the fetus. Fetotomy is an obstetric procedure that should only be performed by a trained veterinarian or under a trained veterinarian’s supervision. This 4-page fact sheet lists the circumstances when a fetotomy can be performed to save the life of the dam, the tools needed, fetotome preparation, the sequence of cuts for anterior presentation, and final comments. Written by Myriam Jimenez, Carlos Risco, and Klibs N. Galvão, and published by the UF Department of Veterinary Medicine-Large Animal Clinical Sciences, August 2015.

VM224/VM224: How to Perform a Fetotomy in Cattle: An Illustrated Guide (ufl.edu)
Getting the Most out of Social Media: Creating a Social Media Plan
Authors: Fernandez Jessica C. , Rumble Joy N.
Published: October 2022

Agriculturalists can use social media as a powerful tool for marketing their products and establishing a brand identity. This 3-page EDIS publication, which focuses on how to create a social media plan, is the second in the Getting the Most out of Social Media series. The goal of this series is to help agriculturalists understand how social media can work for them. The series also discusses the various social media platforms and how to use social media strategically and wisely. Written by Jessica C. Fernandez and Joy N. Rumble, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2015. (Photo credit: tanuha2001/iStock/Thinkstock.com)

AEC559/WC221: Getting the Most out of Social Media: Creating a Social Media Plan (ufl.edu)
Bertolt Brecht – Samuel Beckett Örneğinde: Gündelik Hayat, Heterocosmos ve İllüzyon
Authors: İŞCEN Melih Deniz
Published: October 2022

Makalenin öncül bölümünde, tiyatronun illüzyon yaratma ehliyetinin yapı parçaları irdelenir. Söz konusu parçalar izleyici dünyası (gündelik hayat) ve tiyatro dünyası (heterocosmos) olarak birbirinden ayrışır. Bu minvalde, Antik Yunan’daki kökenlerinden başlayıp, yirminci yüzyıl ortalarına dek süregelen tiyatro olgusunda yer alan iki farklı dünyanın sınırları ve aralarındaki ilişki yapısal ve kültürel boyutta tartışmaya açılır. Temel düşünce, Antik Yunan’da illüzyon vasıtasıyla, doğallıkla ayrışan iki farklı dünyanın, birbirlerinin destek noktası olarak canlılıklarını organik bir şekilde koruyabildikleri yönündedir. Antik Yunan’da tiyatronun kökenlerini şekillendiren bu devinim, Rönesans ile birlikte Batı kültürünün içine yapay bir yolla dâhil olduğu andan itibaren kaçınılmaz olarak bir uyum sağlama sürecinin içine girer. Makalenin ardıl bölümünde ise, modernizm ile birlikte gündelik hayatta ortaya çıkan toplumsal çözülmelerin tiyatro dünyası ile bağlantısı ölçümlenir. Bu doğrultuda Bertolt Brecht ve Samuel Beckett’in tiyatro olgusunu ve onu illüzyon yaratma ehliyetini ele alış biçimleri üzerinde durularak, iki farklı dünyanın birbirleri ile uyumunu sağlayabilmek adına gerçekleştirdikleri sahne çalışmaları incelenir.
Çok Etnili Ulus-Devletin Denge Hali
Authors: BAKAR Sertan
Published: October 2022

Bir bütünlük olarak algılanan ulus-devletler genellikle faklı etnik grupların oluşturduğu bir denge haline karşılık gelmektedir. Kültürel, dini ya da milliyet içerikli olarak farklılık gösterebilen alt gruplar, baskın bir etninin devlet mekanizmasını idare edebilme yetisi çerçevesinde örtük bir baskı ortamında varlıklarını sürdürmektedir. Dolayısıyla söz konusu denge halinin sürdürülebilirliği farklı unsurların dahil olduğu bir mücadele süreci olarak tarif edilebilir. Bu süreçte başat rol baskın etni ve egemenlik kavramlarını işaret etmektedir. Ulus ve ulus-devletin inşası özellikle bu iki kavram doğrultusunda şekillenmekte ya da mümkün olabilmektedir. Çok etnili ulus-devletler, uluslararası arenada bir bütün oldukları imajını yansıtmalarına karşılık; çok etnili olma hali, potansiyel olarak çatışma ve rekabet barındırdıkları anlamını da taşımaktadır. Buna göre ulus-devletlerin çok etnili bir yapıda olmaları varlıkları açısından açık bir tehdit olmaktadır. Bu tehdit, mevcut etniler arasındaki rekabetin yanı sıra; küreselleşme sürecinin neden olduğu göç hareketleriyle de gerçekleşebilmektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, ulus-devletlerin çok etnili ve karmaşık yapıları gerekçesiyle son derece hassas olduklarına vurgu yaparak, mevcut denge halinin ne ölçüde sürdürülebilir olduğuna açıklık getirmektir. Bu bağlamda, kavramsal arka planı ortak bir tarih ve gelecek arzusu ile temellendirilen ulus-devletlerin varlıklarını sürdürebilmeleri açısından dikkate alınması gereken koşullar ve olasılıklar doğrultusunda bir değerlendirme yapılmıştır.
СОЦІАЛЬНА ВІДПОВІДАЛЬНІСТЬ У КОНТЕКСТІ УПРАВЛІННЯ КОНКУРЕНТОЗДАТНИМ ТРУДОВИМ ПОТЕНЦІАЛОМ
Authors: Гатило Валентина Петрівна
Published: October 2022

It is possible to carry out a deep modernization of the economy and raise it to a level that will ensure the opportunity for domestic manufacturers to compete decently on foreign markets with highly developed countries of the world only if there is a corresponding competitive labor potential of the country. The purpose of the article is to determine the mechanisms contributing to the increase of social responsibility of the participants in the process of managing competitive labor potential. The methodological basis of the research was logical methods of information processing, methods of system analysis, abstract-logical method for formulating conclusions. The main hypothesis of the research is that when building an effective labor potential management system, the basis for building the competitiveness of Ukrainian enterprises is formed. The organization of the relevant risk management information system should be based on a process approach. Presenting main material. The main aspects of social responsibility at various stages of labor potential formation are considered. An assessment of the degree of state social responsibility and the responsibility of business representatives to society is given. The essence of the concept of competitive labor potential of regions, centers and mechanisms of strengthening social responsibility in the regions of Ukraine are defined. Originality and practical significance of the research. The competitive labor potential of the region is understood as a set of qualitative and quantitative characteristics of the able-bodied population living in the given territory, which determine the maximum capabilities of the region for the production of high-quality competitive products and the provision of services in accordance with the demand of regional, national and international commodity markets; development of infrastructure, the sphere of education and art, activation of innovative activities. Conclusions and prospects for further research. Increasing social responsibility in the context of the management of competitive labor potential requires the introduction of new bills aimed at the detinization of incomes and relations in the sphere of public employment, encouraging employers to comply with the norms of labor legislation, which will ensure the protection of the constitutional right of citizens to adequate remuneration for work regardless of the place of residence and field of activity.