bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evidence supporting correlation between aging and dengue severity: A retrospective analysis on the 2010 dengue outbreak in Brazil
Authors: Ávila Thiago V , Ferraz Fernanda O , Nunes Leonardo V , Alessandri Ana L , Souza Passos Ingredy B , Costa Vivian V , Teixeira Mauro M , Souza Daniele da G
Published: January 2024

Objective:

The aim of this study is to explore the role of aging and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) as potential risk factors for severe clinical manifestations of dengue. This investigation was conducted within a cohort of patients from the 2010 epidemic in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

Methods:

A total of 144 subjects diagnosed with dengue were categorized into two groups, representing the early and late (critical) stages of the disease. Further stratification was performed based on age, distinguishing between young and aged subjects. NCD subjects were also divided into young and aged groups. The symptomatology, previous clinical history, age, and presence of NCDs were inquired. Blood samples were collected for the analysis of platelet, soluble tumor necrosis factor receptor 1 (sTNFR1), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) levels. The Mann-Whitney test was explored for the comparison of two groups, whereas the Kruskal-Wallis test was used for the analysis of differences among the multiple groups. Categorical variables were examined by Chi-square test. Correlation assessments were conducted using binary logic regression analysis with a 95% confidence interval. P<0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results:

Compared to the younger subjects with NCDs, aged subjects exhibited a more severe form of dengue during the critical phase. The presence of NCDs was not associated with a worse dengue outcome in younger individuals, suggesting that aging itself maybe an important contributor to the severity of dengue.

Conclusions:

In the studied cohort, we emphasize that aging is a significant factor associated with severe manifestations of dengue. While we do not discard the potential role of NCDs in exacerbating disease progression, it may be more prominently impact the aged groups.
Tuberculosis prevalence and rifampicin resistance among presumptive patients in Nasarawa State: A three-year retrospective study
Authors: Ikrama Ibrahim Hassan , Zakou Amadou Talfi , Lamini Ngolo Jebes , Osanga Celestine , Dogara Attari Nasara , Wakili Lambo Yamusa , Augustine Daniel Abah , Hassan Muhammad Maryam , Aluku Regina , Kyari Caleb Luka , Agbawu Agbawu M. , Obande Godwin Attah , Chuku Aleruchi
Published: January 2024

Objective:

To investigate the prevalence and rifampicin resistance of tuberculosis among presumptive patients in Nasarawa state, Nigeria.

Methods:

Patient data collected from January 2019 to December 2021 were retrospectively computed from the register at the tuberculosis laboratory of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia. A total of 91 884 patient records were analyzed to determine tuberculosis prevalence, rifampicin resistance, and patients' characteristics using Chi-squared test.

Results:

An overall prevalence of 8.0% was recorded among presumptive patients over the three-year period with a decreasing trend in prevalence from 10.0% (2019) to 6.5% (2021), though the number of samples progressively increased each year and more than doubled in 2021. Most of the patients tested for tuberculosis were females (52.6%) and were mostly older than 15 years (84.1%). Conversely, a higher resistance to rifampicin was observed among tuberculosis positive male patients (55.6%) than in females (44.4%). Similarly, tuberculosis positive patients older than 15 years (84.6%) showed greater resistance to rifampicin than those younger than 15 years (15.4%). Statistically, no relationship was established among age, sex, year of sampling and tuberculosis prevalence or rifampicin resistance rate.

Conclusions:

Despite the downward trends in tuberculosis prevalence and rifampicin resistance rate observed in this study, measures at maintaining the gains achieved in the fight against tuberculosis must remain paramount as the race towards reducing tuberculosis incidence and mortality by 2025 continues.
A novel concept of solar photovoltaic partial shading and thermal hybrid system for performance improvement
Authors: S Usha , P Geetha , A Geetha , K S Balamurugan , Selvan Selciya
Published: January 2024

Large values from external causes, such as partial shade, can greatly influence output power of PV. The applications of partial shading are frequently utilized in simulation software. However, in this research work, partial shading and the integration of the photovoltaic Thermal (PV/T) Hybrid Solar Panel is implemented, and analysis is done to see how it affects the output power of solar panels under genuine climatic circumstances. Many research investigations have been conducted and researchers continue to look at PV/T systems to enhance their performance. The application is designed to provide information on solar panel output power under normal and partial shading situations. The maximum amount of power that solar panels can generate is 298.50 W. Under typical circumstances, partial shading in a solar panel can result in a maximum power value of 141.13 W, and this partial shading leads the power to increase.
From pure braid groups to hyperbolic groups
Authors: Chen Lei
Published: January 2024

In this note we show that any homomorphism from a pure surface braid group to a torsion-free hyperbolic group either has a cyclic image or factors through a forgetful map. This extends and gives a new proof of an earlier (2019) result of the author which works only when the target is a free group or a surface group. We also prove a similar rigidity result for the pure braid group of the disk.
Mujeres artificiales en el cine de ciencia ficción
Authors: Franco Yanna G. , Molina García Berta , Tajahuerce Ángel Isabel
Published: January 2024

Introducción: El presente artículo tiene como finalidad estudiar las representaciones de género de robots, cíborgs, ginoides, clones, hologramas e inteligencias artificiales femeninas en el cine de ciencia ficción. Se plantea como hipótesis es la de que los estereotipos sexistas ampliamente estudiados en personajes cinematográficos femeninos se perpetúan en las creaciones artificiales femeninas del cine de ciencia ficción. Metodología: Se ha tomado una muestra de 83 personajes extraídos de la base de datos IMdB. Tras un análisis cuantitativo y clasificación de los datos, se procedió a realizar un análisis cualitativo sobre representación, asignación social y estereotipos de los personajes. Resultados: Los resultados obtenidos confirman que el género de ciencia ficción está intensamente masculinizado y la segregación ocupacional vertical es la nota dominante. Además, roles y estereotipos de género habituales en otros géneros cinematográficos se reproducen también en la ciencia ficción. Discusión: Las figuras no logran desprenderse de unos preceptos sexistas que se mantienen en el tiempo como consecuencia de la persistencia de una mirada masculina que impide romper con los parámetros de género socialmente establecidos. Conclusiones: Este estudio confirma la necesidad de establecer medidas que permitan a las mujeres acceder a una industria cultural altamente masculinizada para fomentar una representación de las figuras femeninas de ficción alejada de los estereotipos de género tradicionalmente asociados a las mujeres.
Acoso y compromiso laboral en trabajadores de una empresa metalmecánica
Authors: Atoche Olivas Briggitte Angie , Morales Collantes Yecson Vladimir
Published: January 2024

El propósito de este estudio fue determinar la relación entre acoso y compromiso laboral en empleados de una empresa metalmecánica en la ciudad de Pativilca, 2023. La naturaleza del estudio fue básica, empleando un diseño no experimental transversal, correlacional; con una población muestral de 89 participantes. Los instrumentos utilizados fueron el Cuestionario de Estrategia de Acoso Laboral LIPT-60 y la Escala Tridimensional de Compromiso Organizacional. Los resultados mostraron una correlación inversa baja (rho=- 193*) entre acoso y compromiso laboral, con una significación inferior a .05. Por tanto, se acepta la hipótesis general de que cuanto mayor es el nivel de acoso, menor es el compromiso laboral en los empleados. De manera similar, hubo una relación significativa baja entre acoso y las dimensiones compromiso emocional (rho=-.202*), normativo (rho=-.192) y de continuidad (rho=-.108*). Se concluye que existe una relación inversa baja y significativa entre el acoso y el compromiso laboral en los empleados de la empresa.
Dependencia a videojuegos y agresividad en adolescentes de una institución educativa particular de Piura, 2023
Authors: Huamán Murillo Jean Franco
Published: January 2024

El presente estudio de investigación sostuvo como finalidad determinar qué relación existe entre dependencia a videojuegos con agresividad en adolescentes de una institución educativa particular, Piura, 2023. De igual forma, presentó un diseño descriptivo, correlacional, no experimental, de corte transversal, de igual manera, se empleó un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia. Para lograr el objetivo planteado se dispuso de una muestra de 248 alumnos de ambos géneros del nivel secundario, a quienes se les administró la prueba   de   dependencia  a  videojuegos  de Chóliz y Marco (2001); adaptado por Salas y Merino (2017) para la población peruana, con respecto a la variable agresividad se aplicó la prueba de agresión de Buss y Perry (1992). A partir de la data obtenida en la aplicación, a través de la técnica de la encuesta, se evidenció que entre dependencia a videojuegos y agresividad (r = ,267; p<,05) existe relación positiva débil. Del mismo modo, en lo que respecta a dependencia a videojuegos sobresale el nivel bajo (74%), igualmente, en agresividad predomina el nivel bajo y medio (24%) en ambas categorías.
Variación porcentual para el análisis del Covid-19
Authors: Santisteban Morales Christian Ronald
Published: January 2024

La investigación evalúa si la variación porcentual contribuye para el análisis de la evolución de los casos nuevos COVID-19 en Perú. La metodología se basó bajo el enfoque cuantitativo, descriptivo, no experimental, de corte longitudinal, se usó la hoja de cálculo del Microsoft Excel para el tratamiento de los datos y a su vez, la población fue censal y se conformó por 160 observaciones de los casos nuevos COVID-19. La toma de datos se realizó utilizando el reporte diario del gobierno peruano a nivel nacional en los medios de comunicación y la Sala Situacional COVID-19 PERÚ, durante el período 16 de marzo al 12 de agosto del año 2020. Los resultados muestran que la variación porcentual de casos nuevos de COVID-19 antes de la cuarentena del 6 al 15 de marzo fue en promedio 45.45% y en cuarentena del 16 de marzo al 12 de agosto llegó en promedio 1.92%. Se concluye que la variación porcentual si contribuye para el análisis de la evolución del COVID-19, las cuales debe ser considerada como un método estadístico para la evaluación de estos casos.
¿Sólo el Ministerio de Cultura puede financiar proyectos de inversión en patrimonio arqueológico?
Authors: Huillca Ayma Ale Roel
Published: January 2024

El presente artículo reflexiona sobre las competencias compartidas que tienen el Ministerio de Cultura, los Gobiernos Regionales, Municipalidades Provinciales y Municipalidades Distritales. Con base en lo establecido en la Ley N° 28296 – “Ley General de Patrimonio Cultural de la Nación” y la Ley N° 29565 – “Ley de Creación del Ministerio de Cultura”, se sostiene que los Gobiernos Subnacionales también pueden financiar proyectos de inversión en patrimonio arqueológico.
ARQUEOLOGÍA MOLECULAR PARA CONSERVACIÓN PREVENTIVA; LESIONES FÍSICAS Y BIOLÓGICAS DE CERÁMICAS MUSEO DE SULLANA 2023
Authors: González Espino David
Published: January 2024

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La arqueología molecular desarrolla metodologías para ser utilizadas en la identificación de agentes biológicos, y en tal sentido se vuelve de vital importancia en la identificación de lesiones biológicas que provocan lesiones físicas en la cerámica. El Museo de Arqueología e Historia de Tangarará en Sullana, aloja en sus instalaciones diversas colecciones y piezas cerámicas prehispánicas. El objetivo de la investigación fue realizar a través de la arqueología molecular un análisis de conservación preventiva, referente a las lesiones físicas y biológicas de la cerámica con el fin de profundizar en la relación existente entre las variables que intervienen en la conservación. La metodología fue bajo enfoque cuantitativo, tipo básica, análisis correlacional y diseño no experimental. En cuanto, a la muestra seleccionada se tomaron 17 piezas cerámicas. Referente a los resultados de los análisis se determinó una relación moderada de 0,667 entre las variables de lesiones físicas y biológicas; y presencia de levaduras. Concluimos que las lesiones que sufren las piezas cerámicas son producto del ataque de levaduras en tal sentido es necesario a través de la identificación de los microorganismos tomar mejores decisiones a la hora de aplicar estrategias y materiales en la conservación preventiva.
COMPETENCIAS DIGITALES Y CALIDAD EDUCATIVA EN DOCENTES DE EDUCACIÓN BÁSICA REGULAR (EBR)
Authors: Espinoza Ruíz Elmer
Published: January 2024

El estudio tuvo como propósito precisar la correspondencia de los conceptos competencias digitales y calidad educativa en docentes de Educación Básica Regular (EBR). Considerando su enfoque y temporalidad, se trata de una indagación cuantitativa y transversal, con un diseño correlacional, esto es, no aplicativo. El muestrario estuvo integrado por 35 educadores, que, para la recolección de datos, contestaron dos cuestionarios estructurados con 34 ítems cada uno y validados por expertos —validez de contenido—, con una confiabilidad de 0.935 para competencias digitales y 0.983 para calidad educativa, según los datos obtenidos del trabajo piloto. Para probar los supuestos —teniendo en cuenta las resultantes de la prueba estadística Shapiro-Wilk: valor de significancia Sig.= 0.000, que es menor a 0.05—, se recurrió a la medida de dependencia de Rho de Spearman. Los hallazgos indicaron que existe un vínculo positivo moderado entre competencias digitales y calidad educativa que imparten los educadores de Educación Básica Regular (EBR). En conclusión, se estableció una interrelación positiva moderada entre los atributos mencionados, determinada mediante Rho de Spearman (Rho=0.494), con un valor de p=0.003, que es menor a 0.05, lo que sugiere que la relación es significativa.
ARGUMENTACIÒN DE LA EXISTENCIA DE DIOS EN SAN ANSELMO
Authors: Portocarrero Gutierrez César Augusto , Zavaleta Llanos Nila Yusey , Aliaga Sánchez Diana Bernardita
Published: January 2024

La investigación ha tenido como propósito revisar la existencia de Dios en el pensamiento de San Anselmo, desarrollando una exposición de los actos de fe con la razón. La revisión de la existencia de Dios permite dar luces de reflexión en medio de una sociedad tan secular y antirreligiosa, en dónde se percibe que las posturas filosóficas son opuestas a las cuestiones de fe; existiendo nuevamente un divorcio entre la razón y la fe. Se muestra a San Anselmo de Canterbury como el filósofo de la búsqueda de la unión de la fe con la razón, repercutiendo en las posturas filosóficas posteriores; la demostración del argumento ontológico de San Anselmo que permite descubrir la existencia de Dios, permitiendo comprender que la razón no va separada de la fe, siendo estas dos importantes para poder llegar a la verdad que es Dios.
A CONCEPTUAL STUDY OF LEPA KALPANA
Authors: Patel Hetal , Riya Rai Vaidya
Published: January 2024

With the way of living and thinking. Toxins have been an integral part of life physiologically and psychological-ly, affecting both our body and mind in a way that is the most evident on our skin in various manners and amidst the dilemma of looking beautiful but avoiding chemicals, a rare gem of ayurveda “the leap kalpana” has been overlooked. In contrast, give all other medicines like swarasa, Heem, Fanta, kalka, and kwatha. Our Acharyas have also mentioned the lepa kalpana taking care of all the external requirements, including therapeutic needs, nourishment, and cosmetology. In the age of chemical dominance, we already have the right way of nurturing, caring for, protecting, and nourishing ourselves. According to Sharangdhara Samhita, smearing is called Lepa or medicines used in paste. The external application is lepa, which is further classified into palapa, pradeha and sales based on their utilities. Aadra (wet) or shushka (dry) dravya, along with jala, mix well, are made into a paste and are applied externally as lepa. Considering the wide spectrum utility of lepa kalpana, this paper deals with a holistic approach to lepa kalpana, covering all the references to the brihat and laghu trays. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Lepa Kalpana, delving deep into its history, principles, methodologies, and applications. It is designed to be a valuable resource for Ayurveda enthusiasts, students, practitioners, and anyone intrigued by the profound healing potential of traditional therapeutic pastes, ointments, and applications.
A BOOK REVIEW ON SANTĀNA CHINTĀMANI: COMPREHENSIVE AYURVE-DIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT OF MOTHER AND CHILD
Authors: T.P Aswathi. , B.M Shreevathsa.
Published: January 2024

The rich reserve of literature is the sailing force that allows Ayurvedic Science to exist and flourish as a comprehensive life science. Ayurveda aims to provide both preventive and curative health care. With the developments in
the contemporary health system, the world eagerly looks forward to the revisions and advances in Ayurveda.
Among the health services provided by Ayurveda, preventive care and lifestyle modifications hold extreme demand in society. Even though science possesses oceans of literature in various regional languages, the applicational and practical utility of this wealth of knowledge still needs to be revised. The body of identification, preservation, critical edition, and translation of literature belonging to various regional languages should be brought into
the mainstream with grave concern for the betterment and glorious spread of Ayurveda. The current work is a
humble effort to contribute to the knowledge bank of Ayurveda, in which a Malayalam book named Santāna
Chintāmani regarding the comprehensive care of mother and child with significant influence of traditional practices in the northern part of Kerala is reviewed, and unique ideas and practices in the same were highlighted.
A REVIEW ARTICLE ON DEPRESSION WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO KAPHAJA UNMADA
Authors: S Babu Amal , Pradeep K.V
Published: January 2024

Depression, a prevalent mental disorder, is characterised by symptoms such as a persistent feeling of sadness, diminished interest or enjoyment, self-perceived guilt or low self-esteem, disrupted sleep patterns or appetite, decreased energy levels, and difficulties with concentration. Despite advances in diagnostics and therapeutics, depression is quickly becoming a public health crisis. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the prevalence of
depression shows a sharp rise. Mind encroaches on physical health through our behaviour and body chemistry.
Manasa Vikara is considered an abnormal mental condition characterized by impairment of cognitive functions.
The most elaborately dealt Mano Vyadhi in Ayurveda is Unmada. The symptoms caused by the aggravated dosas
that spread to the higher channels of the body resemble intoxication and are classified as "Unmada." A broad
spectrum of diseases is included under Unmada by various Acharyas. In the Ayurvedic perspective, Depression
can be explained under Kaphaja Unmada.
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF DYSLIPIDEMIA – A CONCEPTUAL ANALYSIS
Authors: Gopan Yadu , Kamath T Shrilatha
Published: January 2024

Dyslipidemia is among the most common lifestyle disorders characterised by a derangement in lipoprotein metabolism, which can lead to excessive production or deficiency of lipoproteins or both. Increased levels of atherogenic lipoproteins contribute to the occurrence of atherosclerosis, which in turn leads to coronary artery disease
(CAD), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), peripheral vascular diseases (PVD), etc. Dyslipidemia typically does
not present with symptoms and often goes unnoticed until complications arise, such as myocardial infarction,
triggered by the development of early atherosclerosis. In Ayurveda, lipid disorders are correlated with Medapradoshaja vikara.(diseases due to vitiated fat) Conditions like Medoroga,(lipid disorders) Sthoulya (obesity), Shonita Abhishyanda (increased sliminess and heaviness of blood) etc. are caused due to Dushti (vitiation) of Medodhatu.(fat tissue) Therefore; these conditions share similarities in their management approaches also. Ayurvedic
strategies for addressing Medoroga involve treatments such as Rukshana (drying), Udvartana (dry powder massage), Ruksha-ushna basti (dry and hot medicated enema), Virechana (purgation), and oral medications like Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Shilajithu (Asphaltum), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) etc. Contemporary science
advises different classes of medications for the management of dyslipidemia. Most of the medications are reported to have adverse effects. Hence it is essential to find some safe and effective lines of management. This can be
achieved through Ayurvedic therapeutic procedures as well as oral medications.
“Modernización” del sistema de negociación colectiva desde un enfoque garantista
Authors: Monereo Pérez José Luis
Published: January 2024

La negociación colectiva no es sólo una institución que regula y ordena el sistema de relaciones laborales y ciertos aspectos de la gestión del “sistema de empresas”, es al propio tiempo una institución sociopolítica y jurídica que contribuye a establecer la “democracia industrial” y las relaciones de poder entre las organizaciones profesionales en conflicto estructural y con ello se constituye en un cauce de vertebración fundamental del sistema democrático y pluralista de relaciones laborales.  La reforma de 2012, lejos de conllevar –como se afirmaba en la Exposición de Motivos de la Ley 3/2012- una “modernización” de la negociación colectiva (autocalificación técnica pretendidamente aséptica y neutral) que supuso un giro autoritario (no necesariamente inconstitucional en todo lo que fue objeto de la reforma legislativa), y que generó más problemas y conflictos de los que supuestamente pretendía resolver.
Estimación del desgaste volumétrico de componentes tribológicos lubricados, mediante la aplicación combinada de modelos de cuantificación de partículas de desgaste
Authors: Lara Yamile
Published: January 2024

Se presenta un estudio que combina los modelos propuestos por Espinoza [1], Macian et al. [2] e Iwai [3], los cuales plantean aproximaciones analíticas entre el desgaste de las máquinas y la concentración de las partículas contaminantes presentes en el aceite que las lubrica. Para esto, se realizó un estudio experimental de desgaste por deslizamiento de piezas de metal, en diferentes condiciones de operación, con una máquina tribológica, la cual posee una parte dinámica (cilindros de desgaste) y una parte estática (cojinetes de contacto deslizante). La contaminación del lubricante se midió con un espectrómetro de emisión atómica y un contador de partículas. Se concluye, que los modelos de cuantificación de desgaste propuestos por Espinoza [1], Macian et al. [2] e Iwai [3], por sí solos, presentan diferencias significativas, entre un 50% y 80%, con respecto al valor de desgaste que se quiere medir, sin embargo con los datos experimentales obtenidos y la aplicación combinada de estos modelos es posible minimizar el error relativo porcentual en un 20 y 30%.
Do Intergalactic Photons Attract or Repel Each Other?
Authors: Torres-Silva Héctor , Souza-de-Assis Altair
Published: January 2024

Through a simple model we study the possibility of photon with mass and charge that can produce an attractive or repulsive force at galactic distances. The main source of the dark mass can be provided by the non vanishing photon mass during the period of radiation of the Universe. A simple analysis shows that the non vanishing photon mass of the order of mγ ~ 10−34 eV is consistent with the current observations. This magnitude is less than the most stringent limit on the photon mass available so far, which is of the order of mγ ~ 10−27 eV. For distances separating nearby galaxies dominates the force of Newtonian attraction between photonic masses (Dark Matter). For distant galaxies dominates the repulsive electrical force between photon charges (Dark Energy). Also, we review the Red Shift Equation for a photon pair showing that this equation obtained with this simple model can be compared with the result obtained from the generalized special relativity. From the point of view of engineering this approach may be important to to correct distances and times in GPS signals from spacecraft very far from planet Earth.
Construction of a Homogeneous Magnetic Field for Orthopedic Applications
Authors: Lomelí-Mejía Pedro A. , Tejeda-Buenosaires Alfredo , Alanís-Carbajal José
Published: January 2024

The application of magnetic fields is diverse in the many branches of health care, due to its systemic effect. Particularly in orthopedics, magnetic fields can be applied in order to achieve bone consolidation. However, getting a uniform magnetic field in a useful area, and which is also stable is not an easy task. In order to obtain a magnetic field with these characteristics, an arrangement of Helmholtz coils was designed. In this work, the theoretical development of the device is presented; as well, the software VIZIMAG is used in order to know the distribution of the field lines graphically. Another important information provided in this article is the technical details of the building of the device, which permits not only the selection of the most adequate kind of wire, but also provides an excellent guide for the manufacture of Helmholtz coils, which is difficult to do starting only with the theoretical data obtained from a book about electromagnetism.
Propuesta de un modelo para mejorar el desempeño educativo del Nivel Medio Superior del Instituto Politécnico Nacional
Authors: Yarzábal-Coronel Nashielly , Rey-Benguría Carmen , Castro-Rodríguez Claudia Patricia , Cuéllar-Orozco Maricela , Patiño-Ortiz Julián
Published: January 2024

El desempeño de las instituciones educativas es un imperativo para la mejora del nivel académico del país, debido a que el objetivo de las escuelas es que los alumnos aprendan. Se analizó el estado actual del nivel medio superior del Instituto Politécnico Nacional, lo que dio lugar a la realización del diseño de un modelo para contribuir al desempeño de esta institución. El presente trabajo presenta los resultados iniciales de la aplicación de la Teoría General de Sistemas, con el fin de poder aportar una mirada integradora; así como de la Metodología de Sistemas Suaves (SSM) de Peter Checkland, adecuadas para las organizaciones sociales y la aplicación del Modelo Viable de Stafford Beer, el cual ya ha probado sus aportaciones a las organizaciones.
A Review on Kashyapokta Sama Jwara in Children with respect to Viral Fever
Authors: Vinayak Galatage  , Rashmi Moogi  , Swapnil C Raskar  , Prakash Kumbhar
Published: January 2024

"Jwara" is important and critical among all the diseases, because it affects each and every living being. Hence, it has been given first place in the classical texts of Ayurveda. In Ayurveda, Jwara is not merely the concept of raised body temperature, but as is said in Charaka Samhita, 'Deha- Indriya- Manah- Santap' is the cardinal symptoms of Jwara. This can be defined as the state where the body, mind as well as sense organs suffer due to the high temperature. Acharya Kashypa in Vishamjawar chapter explained Sama Jwara. He is only author who explained Sama Jwara. Sama Jwara is characterized by Alpahetu, Bahirmarga, vaikruta, Nirupadrava, ekashraya Laghupaka and Sukhasadhya. Materials and Methods: This study is based on literately review of classical information, published research work and modern literature. The possible correlation has been made between collected information and has been presented in systemic way. Discussion and conclusion: Sama Jwara is explained only by Kashyapa, Lakshanas of which is similar to Bahirvegi Jwara, Rasa dhatugat Jwara, in modern era it can be compared with viral fever.
Assessment of the Therapeutic Potential of Nimbadi Churna and Kokilakshadi Kwath in Managing Vatarakta (Gout): A Randomized Comparative Clinical Study
Authors: Paradkar Hemant  , Bhoye Nikita  , Yamgar Mrunmayee  , Patrhikar Anaya  , Attar Sajida
Published: January 2024

The rise in hyperuricemia, often linked to changing dietary habits, has increased the global prevalence of gout, affecting 2.1 million people with a prevalence of 0.2-0.6%. Gout is indicative of underlying comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and renal diseases. In contemporary medicine, Vatarakta is likened to gout due to shared causes and symptoms, involving the vitiation of Vata and Rakta by distinct etiological factors, and the restricted movement of vitiated Vata by vitiated Rakta leads to Vatarakta. While asymptomatic hyperuricemia may not necessitate intervention, clinically manifest gout requires long-term treatment to lower uric acid levels and acute pain relief. Current medications like allopurinol, uricosuric agents, NSAIDs, colchicine, and glucocorticosteroids carry mild to severe side effects. Recognising the need for an effective, affordable, and well-accepted treatment. The study assessed the efficacy of Nimbadi Churna and Kokilakshadi Kashay in managing Vatarakta through an open, randomized clinical trial with 60 patients. Both treatments were administered for 28 days. Dosages were 3gm B.I.D for Nimbadi Churna and 40ml B.I.D for Kokilakshadi Kashay. Four follow-ups were performed every 7th day, assessing subjective parameters via grade scores and serum uric acid levels. Results indicated both treatments were significantly effective (p<0.001), with no statistical difference between them (p>0.05). Nimbadi Churna and Kokilakshadi Kashay demonstrated notable efficacy in Vatarakta management, presenting promising alternatives with minimal complications. While further research is necessary for validation, these findings highlight the promise of Ayurvedic approaches in the comprehensive management of gout.
Ayurvedic Management of Alcohol Use Disorder - A Case Series
Authors: Dhanya K  , Jithesh M
Published: January 2024

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a medical condition characterized by impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite the adverse social, occupational, or health consequences which ranges from mild to severe. AUD includes symptoms of alcohol intoxication, withdrawal as well as dependence. Etiological perspective applies a bio psychosocial framework that emphasizes the interplay of genetics, neurobiology, psychology and individual’s societal context. Globally around 1.4% of the population have AUD and 3 million deaths result from harmful alcohol use each year. Contemporary management includes medical intervention, counselling, outpatient program, or a residential inpatient stay, but the relapse rate is high. Hence the medical world is focusing on indigenous medicine and its probable outcome in the management of AUD. Objectives: In Ayurveda, the context of Madatyaya refers to conditions resultant from improper and excessive usage of alcohol and even other substance use. Every patient is being examined thoroughly as per Ayurveda parameters and based on the observations as well as the severity; individualized protocols are being framed. The case series includes 4 cases of AUD which was managed with a protocol including withdrawal management with Nasya, Sirodhara as well as internal medicines. This was followed by Snehapana, Vamana or Virechana, therapeutic yoga, family counselling as well as administration of Rasayana so as to address the dependence. The treatment protocol was finalised as per the assessment of Doshas, based on the clinical presentation. The outcome was assessed with CIWA-Ar, AUDIT, and SADQ Questionnaire. Result: Such a protocol is capable of addressing the bio-psychosocial factors of AUD and was observed as effective. Symptomatic improvement was noticed after the treatment in all the four cases and there was improvement in scores of assessment. The result was promising as well.
Panchnidanatmak Study of Vataja Pratishyaya w.s.r Allergic Rhinitis
Authors: Mahesh Kumari Thakur  , Anjali
Published: January 2024

Allergic Rhinitis becomes very common problem in now days. Patient who suffers with this aliment has symptoms like stuffy nose, continuous sneezing, red itchy and watery eyes and swelling around the eyes. All these symptoms are very much similar to Vataja pratishyaya which is a type of Pratishyaya in Ayurvedic texts. This problem become serious when it hamper the patient daily routine. Allopathic medicine only gives symptomatic relief. Ancient science Ayurveda always focus on the route cause so that we can find an effective treatment plan. To find the root cause of disease it is very necessary to do the Panchnidanatmak study of Vataja Pratishyaya.
Comparative Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Mahamasha Taila Brihana Nasya and Agnikarma in Treatment of Avabahuka (Frozen Shoulder)
Authors: Chinky  , Anup Jain
Published: January 2024

Avabahuka is a disease which is classified under the broad spectrum of Vata Vyadhi in classical texts which hampers the day-to-day activities of an individual as Vata Dosha is responsible for all the movements of the body. Avabahuka is a disease which affects shoulder joint in which Vata localized in the region of shoulder upon getting aggravated, dries up the ligaments of shoulders and constricts the Sira present there. Due to resemblance in clinical manifestations, Avabahuka can be compared with frozen shoulder (Adhesive capsulitis). Prevalence of frozen shoulder is 2-5% in general population. Women are generally affected more than men. Aim: To study the efficacy of Mahamasha Taila Brihana Nasya in Avabahuka (frozen shoulder) in comparison to Agnikarma. Objective: To compare the efficacy of Mahamasha Taila Brihana Nasya and Agnikarma in Avabahuka (Frozen shoulder). Methods: An open label, randomized, interventional and comparative clinical trial. In Group A, 2 sessions of 7 days each with a gap of 7 days between them where a dose of 8 Bindu Mahamasha Taila Brihana Nasya in each nostril was administered. In Group B, total 3 sittings of Agnikarma were given on same day of every week and in Group C, both Mahamasha Taila Brihana Nasya and Agnikarma were administered. The record of assessment was taken at 0, 7, 14, 21 and 28 days. Result: The reduction in the severity of symptoms was statistically analysed and highly significant improvement was found in all the patients. Conclusion: All the three groups were having statistically significant result in the parameters i.e., VAS score, SPADI score and ROM goniometric examination. But in inter group comparison, combined therapy (Nasya and Agnikarma) was found to be more effective than individual therapy.
Clinical Study of Nelamuchchala (Gymnostychum Fibrifugum Benth) in Jwara w.s.r. to Taruna Jwara (Acute Fever) - Folklore Drug
Authors: Vijayalaxmi P.B  , Rohini D.Bharadhwaj  , Manila I.M
Published: January 2024

The herb locally known as Nelamuchchala (Gymnostachum febrifugum Benth) belongs to Acanthaceae family, commonly available in Western Ghats of Karnataka state. It is traditionally used as a remedy in fever, cough, stomatitis, ulcers and menorrhagia. Ayurveda has many formulations for Taruna Jwara. But also select the single drug which is simple, easy and convenient for the patient in present study. For clinical study 40 patient were selected, fulfilling the selection criteria and were randomly divided into 2 groups A and B, irrespective of age, sex, and religion. Group A was treated by root decoction of Nelamuchchala, 50ml thrice a day and Group B by paracetamol tablet 500mg thrice a day for a period of 3 days followed up 7th day. Overall effect of treatment in group A shows 50% marked improvement, 40% moderate improvement and 10% mild effect. Group B shows 45% of marked improvement seen and 55% of moderate improvement in paracetomol. Results of the both the groups were shows statistically significant in temperature, head ache, body ache, irritability. But it was observed that Nelamuchchala decoction (Kwata) proved more efficient than paracetamol tablet. Both the group’s results were statistically significant. The present study proves that the trail drug is effective remedy for Taruna Jwara.
Konsep Jual Beli Online Dalam Al-Qur’an
Authors: Ridwan Hardiyanti , Abubakar Achmad , Sadiq Sabri Muhammad , Arafah Muh. , Ali Rahmat
Published: January 2024

Di era digital yang perkembangannya semakin pesat, telah banyak mengubah cara masyarakat dalam melakukan jual beli yang sebelumnya dijalankan secara tatap muka, akan tetapi sekarang ini lebih banyak dilakukan secara online yang menjadi salah satu life style (gaya hidup) manusia dimuka bumi ini. Cara jual beli online dilakukan dengan memanfaatkan situs belanja online (Shopee, Lazada, Tik-Tok) untuk mencari atau melihat gambar atau tampilan produk yang diinginkan. Namun, sering terjadi berbagai macam masalah baru seperti terjadinya penipuan, produk tidak sampai atau tidak sesuai dengan pesanan, sehingga mengakibatkan salah satunya mengalami kerugian. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui konsep jual beli online dalam Al-Qur’an. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan penelitian ilmu tafsir dan  kepustakaan dengan mengumpulkan referensi dari Al-Qur’an dan terjemahannya, berbagai sumber buku ataupun jurnal. Adapun hasil dari penelitian ini adalah jual beli secara offline dan online memiliki kesamaan rukun dan syarat, serta jual beli online dapat dinyatakan sah ketika rukun dan syarat jual beli telah terpenuhi yang sebgaimana telah dijelaskan dalam surah Al-Baqarah, 2: 275 dan surah An-Nisa, 4:29, dalam melakukan jual beli online tidak terjadi unsur penipuan, saling ridho, barang yang ditawarkan harus jelas.
Outlook for the long-term exploitation and development of the gold mineral resource base in the Russian Federation
Authors: IVANOV ANATOLY , ALEXEEV YAROSLAV , NAUMOV EUGENE , KULIKOV DANILA , MIGATCHEV IGOR , BARYSHEV ALEXANDER , DONETS ALEXANDER , KONKIN VICTOR , ZVEZDOV VADIM
Published: January 2024

The current state of the gold mineral resource base of the Russian Federation is considered. The forecast of the mineral resource base development up to 2040 has been performed. Three scenarios is provided for the gold production until 2040. The need is substantiated to intensify early-stage geological exploration in order to reveal new gold ore objects, to prepare the forecasted resources, and to create the “fund of exploration-deserving objects”.
Multifactor forecasting and prospecting model of the Kuranakh gold deposit
Authors: STOLYARENKO VLADIMIR , SHATILOVA LYUDMILA , MINAEVA SVETLANA , RYABOSHAPKO ALEKSEY
Published: January 2024

A multifactor forecasting and prospecting model has been compiled for the largest gold deposit in the Central Aldan metallogenic zone. Based on the previous geological exploration results, the magmatic, lithofacial, tectonostructural, morphological, mineralogical, geochemical, and geophysical prospecting criteria and features were determined. The relevance of development of such a model is determined by that the ore region contains graben-shaped depressions similar to the ore-controlling Kuranakh depression in structure and formation conditions, that are promising for discovering of Kuranakh type gold deposits within them.
Specific features of the distribution and genesis of some carbonate minerals in kimberlite rocks (on the example of the Siberian Platform)
Authors: ZINCHUK NIKOLAY
Published: January 2024

In addition to previously individually characterized calcite that, along with serpentine, is the main rock-forming mineral of kimberlite rocks of the Siberian platform (SP), such carbonates as dolomite, aragonite, pyroaurite, strontianite, magnesite, hydromagnesite, and huntite are also widely, although variably, distributed in diatremes of this type. Dolomite was diagnosed in substantial amounts in the SP diatremes, where it associated with calcite and serpentine, occasionally even as a rock-forming mineral. The dolomite formation covers a sufficiently wide temporal interval, from the beginning of metasomatism of the upper mantle rocks through the final stage of hydrothermal-metasomatic processes within cavity-fissure features of the cooling kimberlite melt. Aragonite forms veinlets, radial-beam and sheaf-like reniform aggregates, and druses of acicular crystals in the kimberlites. Pyroaurite was distinguished in the kimberlite rocks in form of the veinlets and nests of fibrous and crystalline appearance, associated with calcite, magnetite, and serpophyte. Pyroaurite often composes large greenish-grey geodes together with serpentine. Pyroaurite is a typical mine-ral for the groundmass of kimberlites at deep horizons of some SP diatremes. This mineral sometimes occurs in form of concentrically zoned concretions in association with serpentine and calcite, as well as individual crystals. Other carbonates are represented by variable amounts of huntite, strontianite, magnesite, and hydromagnesite. Based on mineralogical-geochemical and luminescent properties of the carbonates from the hydrothermal-metasomatic cavity-fissure features in the kimberlite rocks, their stable and regular paragenetic associations were distinguished, reflecting the character of physical-chemical processes at the postmagmatic and supergene stages of the kimberlite formation.
Nilai Kepahlawanan dalam Novel Moga Bunda Disayang Allah Karya Tere Liye
Authors: Zikra Adina , Pasaribu Ilham Madani
Published: January 2024

Penelitian disusun untuk memberikan gambaran tentang bentuk nilai patriotisme dalam novel Moga Bunda Disayang Allah karya Tere Liye. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif  kualitatif. Data dalam penelitian ini adalah narasi dan dialog yang nilai patriotisme dalam novel Moga Bunda Disayang Allah karya Tere Liye, sumber data penelitian ini adalah berupa novel Moga Bunda Disayang Allah karya Tere Liye. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik baca dan teknik studi pustaka. Teknik studi pustaka dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan cara menandai bagian narasi atau dialog yang terkandung nilai patriotisme. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan adanya nilai kepahlawanan dalam novel Moga Bunda Disayang Allah karya Tere Liye diperoleh 7 nilai patriotisme pada tokoh Karang. Nilai patriotisme peduli, tangguh dan inspiratif lebih dominan muncul pada tokoh Karang dibandingkan tokoh lainnya.
Bentuk Metafora dalam Puisi Karya Mahdi Idris
Authors: Susilawati Susilawati , Erlanda Julhelmi
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan bentuk metafora dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris. Metode penelitian yang digunakan berupa deskriptif kualitatif. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini adalah 12 puisi karya Mahdi Idris. Data yang digunakan berupa larik yang terkandung metafora dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik baca dan teknik catat dengan cara menandai bagian larik yang terkandung metafora dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya bentuk metafora dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris, yaitu metafora antropomorfik, metafora hewan, metafora konkrit ke abstrak, dan metafora sinestetik. Peneliti menemukan 12 data yang terdapat dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris tentang bentuk metafora yang dikelompokkan berdasarkan 4 bagian, yaitu 5 data metafora antropomorfik, 3 data metafora hewan, 3 data metafora konkrit ke abstrak, dan 1 data metafora sinestetik. Secara keseluruhan, penulis menyimpulkan bahwa dari puisi karya Mahdi Idris diperoleh empat bentuk metafora, yaitu metafora antropomorfik, metafora hewan, metafora konkrit ke abstrak, dan metafora sinestetik. Dari ke empat metafora tersebut, metafora antropomorfik yang sering muncul dalam puisi karya Mahdi Idris.
Nature-Based Solutions: Sustainable Development of Latin America
Authors: Denny Danielle Mendes Thame , Cerri Carlos Eduardo Pellegrino , Cherubin Maurício Roberto , Burnquist Heloisa Lee
Published: January 2024

Latin America is a region with abundant natural resources and diverse cultures, much of which lies between the tropics. Sustainable agriculture, pasture, and forestry practices can have a reduced environmental impact in this region compared to other parts of the world. These integrated systems practices can create a balanced use of chemical inputs, harmonious relations between humans and soil-plants-livestock, and even provide a nature-based solution to climate change by sequestering carbon emissions and are also less likely to lead to soil degradation. These practices are central to a new economic paradigm focused on a sustainable and circular bioeconomy and depend on public policies, incentives, financial mechanisms, and commitments from the business. Carbon farming sustainable agriculture focused on increasing soil health and reducing emissions can gain scale with market-driven mechanisms to surpass the various challenges. This paper presents condensed information from primary and secondary sources, representing established knowledge in the field of soil carbon sequestration in agricultural lands and its role in carbon neutrality. By implementing these strategies, we can support farmers while contributing to the objectives set by the Paris Agreement and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
 
Received: 23 March 2023 | Revised: 25 August 2023 | Accepted: 20 January 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
 The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data is available on request from the authors.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Danielle Mendes Thame Denny: Conceptualization, Investigation, Writing - original draft. Carlos Eduardo Pellegrino Cerri: Resources, Writing - review & editing, Supervision, Funding acquisition. Maurício Roberto Cherubin: Validation, Data curation, Visualization, Project administration. Heloisa Lee Burnquist: Methodology, Formal analysis.
Z American English: A Mobile Language Learning App
Authors: Al-maamari Aisha Ahmed Ali Hadi
Published: January 2024

Z American English is an application that works as a personal instructor for L1 speakers of Arabic who wish to learn English as it takes them on a fun learning trip that starts from the absolute beginner's level until they gain proficiency in English and acquire other abilities. It offers a comprehensive approach to language acquisition, with lessons created by an experienced teacher, Ibrahim Adel. The app is highly accessible, free, and compatible with both iOS and Android devices. One of its notable strengths is its clear learning path, suitable for learners of all levels. The addition of video content and interactive quizzes makes learning enjoyable and effective. Additionally, the premium "Activities Icon" subscription offers extra features. The inclusion of chat rooms fosters learner interaction, enhancing the educational experience. Overall, Z American English is a valuable resource for learners of English, providing a structured and engaging path to language mastery.
Editorial
Authors: Gimeno Sanz Ana
Published: January 2024

Editorial The EuroCALL Review Vol. 30, No.2