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M&A Integration
Authors:   , Rellan Sherry Arshadi , Tzabbar Daniel
Published: July 2023

A vast amount of research has been conducted over the past 40 years without much movement towards gaining meaningful answers to provide solutions to the M&A practitioners. Recent M&A research has shifted its focus to M&A integration, introducing new gaps in research. This research focuses on M&A integration as the core function of the acquisition process, seeking the factors that contribute to the success or failure of an M&A integration, and how such factors affect integration in the different departments of an organization. Further, this research investigates if the perspectives of the acquirer and acquiree are aligned. The grounded theory method is used in this study, and the data source is a case study of a serial acquirer in the technology industry and their five acquisitions spanning 2014-2020. Thirty interviewees participated in this study from the acquirer and their acquired organizations, including managerial and non-managerial employees across six departments: HR/benefits, systems, accounting, marketing, sales, and operations. The findings show that corporate culture guides the acquisition process from strategy through integration, with the following factors contributing to the success or failure of an M&A integration: corporate culture, strategy, integration speed, attrition risks, talent retention, change management, degree of integration, organizational silos, cross-selling, and information sharing. Multiple smaller integrations take place at the departmental level, occurring at different speeds and degrees of integration (full or partial), hence creating the term conditional integration. This study provides a side-by-side comparison of findings from this research and prior research, addresses research gaps stated in prior literature, and discusses theoretical and managerial implications to inspire further research and increase the likelihood of a successful M&A integration.
The Glue That Holds the Team Together
Authors:   , Oustrich Jody Paul , D'Innocenzo Lauren E. , Hora Sneahl
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study is to expand upon the existing literature by examining the intersection of teams, work ethic, and team cohesion. My goal is to foster a greater understanding of the relationship between various characteristics that affect team cohesion. This work specifically examines the percentages of blue-collar/white-collar workforce and work ethic to assess the effects each has on the relationship with team cohesion. This study is broadened by assessing the moderating effect of the percentage of veterans on a team. I evaluate whether teams containing a higher percentage of veterans leads to more cohesive teams. More than 145 teams are explored, mostly consisting of 5-25 members at a Mid-Atlantic Department of Defense industrial facility, in order to compare the above relationships. I examined teams that have varying levels of veterans to investigate if teams having a higher percentage of veterans are more cohesive. This study builds upon team and team cohesion research by providing evidence of ways to strengthen teams and their cohesiveness. The research found that white-collar workers have a positive significant relationship with work ethic. Furthermore, I uncovered that teams with a higher work ethic have greater team cohesion. Additionally, results revealed an indirect conditional effect of white-collar workers on team cohesion through the mediator work ethic when I evaluated teams containing veterans. This provides evidence that veterans use their military teamwork training in their civilian employment and add to the cohesiveness of their work teams. The conclusions from this research study will provide leaders with recommendations regarding characteristics that influence team cohesion which is an essential characteristic of successful team formulation and team composition.
Speaking Life
Authors:   , Morris Mallory Arnell , Klein Valerie
Published: July 2023

Existing research has shown that teacher beliefs, behaviors, and biases affect student outcomes and that negative, or deficit, beliefs perpetuate disparate educational outcomes. The talk teachers engage in about student abilities are influenced by teacher beliefs about those students. Teacher talk about students and the teaching practice holds within it the opportunity for teachers to have a positive or negative impact on student outcomes. The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore how a team of middle school teachers in a small urban public school express their expectations and beliefs about students and the teaching practice through the way they talk about both in their professional learning community. The research questions that guided this study are: (a) In what ways do middle school teachers talk about students during team meetings? (b) In what ways do middle school teachers talk about their professional practice during team meetings? and (c) What does teacher talk in the PLC reveal about teacher beliefs and expectations about students and teachers' professional practice? Data collected from semi-structured interviews yielded six overarching themes: Teacher Beliefs, Sense of Responsibility, Teacher Talk, Teacher Support, Teacher Autonomy, and Frustration with the Profession. The study's findings supported three main results: Students are not at the center of teacher conversation in professional learning communities, Black teachers are intentional about why they choose to work with Black students, and Teachers have positive opinions of both students and the profession and hold themselves to a high standard, but do not feel supported nor trusted by administration to operate in the best interest of their students given current job expectations. The findings of this study revealed relevant professional concerns impacting teachers' abilities to engineer positive student outcomes. Closer examination and improvement of professional learning communities and education policies would provide teachers the support and protection necessary to better service all students.
Understanding the relationship between subclinical depressive symptoms and physical activity in behavioral weight loss treatment
Authors:   , McCausland Hannah Claire , Butryn Meghan L
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Many adults with overweight or obesity experience subclinical symptoms of depression, but little is known about how such symptoms are associated with physical activity (PA) or the experience of PA during behavioral weight loss (BWL) treatment. Methods: In the current study, adults recruited from the community (N = 320) received 18 months of group-based BWL treatment and wore accelerometers at months 0, 6, and 18 to objectively measure PA. Participants with a mood disorder that was not well controlled were not eligible for the study and were referred for individual treatment. Depressive symptoms, PA barriers, discomfort avoidance, and self-control were self-reported with validated measures. Results: At baseline, the majority of participants indicated some depressive symptoms, mostly at subclinical levels. Results of multilevel models suggest that depressive symptoms were not significantly associated with concurrent measures of PA engagement (minutes/week) or sedentary behavior (minutes/week) at a given time point (i.e., baseline, 6 months, or 18 months). Results of cross-level interactions suggest that baseline depressive symptoms did not moderate the change in PA or sedentary behavior across time. Concurrent depressive symptoms and PA barriers were significantly and positively associated at a given time point (i.e., baseline, 6 months, or 18 months); however, baseline depressive symptoms did not moderate the improvement in perceived PA barriers across time. At baseline, higher discomfort avoidance and lower self-control each independently and partially mediated the relationship between depressive symptoms and PA barriers. Conclusion: Results suggest that, among BWL samples in which most participants do not have clinically significant depressive symptoms, the likelihood of adopting and sustaining PA does not depend on the extent of depressive symptoms, but those with elevated symptoms may benefit from approaches that address their perception that engaging in PA is especially challenging.
National Autism Indicators Report: Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic: July 2023
Authors:   A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, Drexel University, Rast Jessica E. , Koffer Miller Kaitlin H. , Rava Julianna , Ventimiglia Jonas C. , Tao Sha , Bromberg Jennifer , Ames Jennifer L. , Croen Lisa A. , Kuo Alice , Shea Lindsay L. ,   Division of Research, Kaiser Permanente Northern California,   David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Published: July 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic changed how autistic people accessed services and engaged in their communities, ultimately impacting their quality of life. Access to appropriate services and accommodations help autistic individuals in maintaining employment, pursuing education, caring for their health, and establishing independence. Changes in access to services result in long-term consequences, which can be dire for autistic people. In an effort to improve policies and programs for autistic individuals, documentation of disruptions in accessing services during the COVID-19 pandemic informs better evidence-based practices for future public health emergencies. This report examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on health and healthcare among autistic children and adults. To build a comprehensive picture, we included various data sources, including health care claims and administrative records. We explored the availability of services for autistic children based on caregiver report from the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH). To understand hospitalization covered by both private and public health insurance, we used national emergency hospitalization records (via the National Emergency Department Sample [NEDS]) and hospital admissions data (via the National Inpatient Sample [NIS]). Finally, we used patient medical records from Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) to look at service utilization among adult autistic patients from Northern California over the same period. These data sources cover various populations, some of which provide nationally representative pictures of autistic children and adults, others cover specific or regional populations but cover diverse populations in terms of income and race and ethnicity.
Potential benefits and therapeutic applications of "Panchgavya" therapy (Cowpathy) for human and animal health: Current scientific knowledge
Authors: Chandran Deepak , J Ankitha Indu , K Sivasabari , S Meenakshy , M Sreelakshmi , V R Amrithendhu , Ahamed Khanza , Ram Gopika , Mohan Devika , P Anamika , Chakraborty Sandip , Chopra Hitesh , Akash Shopnil , Amin Ruhul , Ahmed Sirwan Khalid , Dey Abhijit , Sharma Anil K , Dhama Kuldeep
Published: July 2023

Cow's milk, urine, dung, ghee, and curd (together known as "Panchgavya") have incomparable medicinal value in Ayurveda and ancient Indian clinical methods. Panchgavya is also known as Cowpathy in Ayurveda. In India, the cow is revered as a goddess known as "Gaumata" because of its nurturing qualities similar to those of a mother. Almost no adverse effects are associated with using Panchgavya, which is why it is recommended in Ayurveda for treating disorders affecting numerous body systems. Its possible antimicrobial effects have piqued the curiosity of medical researchers and practitioners. Cow milk is widely regarded as a nutritious diet and has been shown to effectively treat various medical conditions, including high body temperature, pain, cancer, diabetes, kidney diseases, and weakness. Milk can prevent the growth of microorganisms, has erotic qualities when combined with the leaves of medicinal herbs, and the fat in milk has anticancer characteristics. Toned and skim milk, lassi, yoghurt, cottage cheese, and khoa all come from milk and have important medicinal characteristics. Curd (dahi) is recommended as a blood purifier for conditions such as hemorrhoids, piles, and gastrointestinal issues. Ghee made from cows has been shown to boost immunity. It is important to highlight the use of cow dung as an antifungal and for treating malaria and tuberculosis. It has the potential to aid in the development of a populace free from disease, the creation of sustainable energy systems, the fulfilment of all nutritional needs, the elimination of poverty, the promotion of organic farming culture, and the like. Cow urine is a powerful remedy for numerous medical conditions, including but not limited to epileptic convulsions, diabetes, hepatitis, inflammation, fever, and anaemia. The current review article explores how the Panchgavya ingredients can be employed to safeguard human and animal health.
The Impact of Elicitation on Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Production, Enzymatic and Antioxidant Activity in Nuevo León, Mexico
Authors: Forest Mario James , Ojeda Zacarías Ma. Del Carmen , Saldaña Héctor Lozoya , Alvarado Rigoberto E. Vázquez , Sáenz Emilio Olivares , Cham Alhagie K.
Published: July 2023

Many compounds available in the market act as elicitors and can be incorporated into agronomic management. But the focus is on elicitors frequently used for the induction of different responses related to the systemic resistance of plants to increase the production of bioactive metabolites, biomass accumulation, and yield. For that case, this work aimed to evaluate the effects of three elicitors on potato crops under field conditions. The potato cultivar "Fianna" was used, and a completely randomized design with four treatments and four repetitions. The effect of three elicitors at a dose of 2.5 g. L-1 for Activane®, 2.5 ml. L-1 for Micobiol® and 2.5 g. L-1 for Stemicol® was evaluated on growth, yield, enzymatic and antioxidant activity. Generally, the elicitors had a positive effect on the enzymes and antioxidant capacity of the potato plant. It was concluded that the application of elicitors Stemicol® (T4) had the most significant result on the number of tubers and weight per plant at harvest while allowing a more substantial number of tubers to be obtained. In comparison, Activane® (T2) influenced the growth variables of stem length and number of leaves per plant.
A high-yielding traits experiment for modeling potential production of wheat: field experiments and AgMIP-Wheat multi-model simulations
Authors: Guarin Jose , Martre Pierre , Ewert Frank , Webber Heidi , Dueri Sibylle , Calderini Daniel , Reynolds Matthew , Molero Gemma , Miralles Daniel , Garcia Guillermo , Slafer Gustavo , Giunta Francesco , Pequeno Diego , Stella Tommaso , Ahmed Mukhtar , Alderman Phillip , Basso Bruno , Berger Andres , Bindi Marco , Bracho-Mujica Gennady , Cammarano Davide , Chen Yi , Dumont Benjamin , Eyshi Rezaei Ehsan , Fereres Elias , Ferrise Roberto , Gaiser Thomas , Gao Yujing , Garcia-Vila Margarita , Gayler Sebastian , Hochman Zvi , Hoogenboom Gerrit , Hunt Leslie , Kersebaum Kurt , Nendel Claas , Olesen Jorgen , Palosuo Taru , Priesack Eckart , Pullens Johannes , Rodriguez Alfredo , Rotter Reimund , Ruiz Ramos Margarita , Semenov Mikhail , Senapati Nimai , Siebert Stefan , Srivastava Amit , Stockle Claudio , Supit Iwan , Tao Fulu , Thorburn Peter , Wang Enli , Weber Tobias , Xiao Liujun , Zhang Zhao , Zhao Chuang , Zhao Jin , Zhao Zhigan , Zhu Yan , Asseng Senthold
Published: July 2023

Grain production must increase by 60% in the next four decades to keep up with the expected population growth and food demand. A significant part of this increase must come from the improvement of staple crop grain yield potential. Crop growth simulation models combined with field experiments and crop physiology are powerful tools to quantify the impact of traits and trait combinations on grain yield potential which helps to guide breeding towards the most effective traits and trait combinations for future wheat crosses. The dataset reported here was created to analyze the value of physiological traits identified by the International Wheat Yield Partnership (IWYP) to improve wheat potential in high-yielding environments. This dataset consists of 11 growing seasons at three high-yielding locations in Buenos Aires (Argentina), Ciudad Obregon (Mexico), and Valdivia (Chile) with the spring wheat cultivar Bacanora and a high-yielding genotype selected from a doubled haploid (DH) population developed from the cross between the Bacanora and Weebil cultivars from the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT). This dataset was used in the Agricultural Model Intercomparison and Improvement Project (AgMIP) Wheat Phase 4 to evaluate crop model performance when simulating high-yielding physiological traits and to determine the potential production of wheat using an ensemble of 29 wheat crop models. The field trials were managed for non-stress conditions with full irrigation, fertilizer application, and without biotic stress. Data include local daily weather, soil characteristics and initial soil conditions, cultivar information, and crop measurements (anthesis and maturity dates, total above-ground biomass, final grain yield, yield components, and photosynthetically active radiation interception). Simulations include both daily in-season and end-of-season results for 25 crop variables simulated by 29 wheat crop models.
How big is a big hazard ratio in clinical trials?
Authors: Lu Yuanyuan , Wang Wei , Huang Yangxin , Chen Henian
Published: July 2023

Background: The hazard ratio has been widely used as an index of effect size in clinical trials for time-to-event data. The use of the Cox proportional hazards models and other hazard centered models is ubiquitous in clinical trials for time-to-event data. The relativity of effect sizes (small, medium, large) has been widely discussed and accepted when comparing magnitude of association for continuous and categorical data, but not yet for time-to-event outcomes.
Methods: We review published hazard ratios, investigate the relationships among HR, relative risk (RR), odds ratio (OR), and Cohen’s d, and calculate the corresponding HRs for given event rate in control group ( ) by adding standard normal deviation with 0.2 (small), 0.5 (medium) and 0.8 (large) to the event rate in the case group (  based on equation .
Results: Our results indicate that HRs are from 1.68 to 1.16 when the event rate of control group moves from 1% to 90%, which are equivalent to Cohen’s d = 0.2 (small). HRs are ranged between 3.43 and 1.43 when the event rate of control group moves from 1% to 90%, which are equivalent to Cohen’s d = 0.5 (medium), HRs are valued between 6.52 and 1.73 when the event rate of control group moves from 1% to 90%, which are equivalent to Cohen’s d = 0.8 (large).
Conclusions: This study provides general guidelines in interpreting the magnitudes of HRs for time-to-event data in clinical trials.
Protocol of randomized controlled trial comparing T piece resuscitator versus self-inflating bag for resuscitation in the delivery room in preterm neonates
Authors: Kumar Harshit , Jain Suksham , Khurana Supreet , Chawla Deepak
Published: July 2023

Background: Neonatal resuscitation is a critical process for a newborn with effective ventilation as its key component. Three manual ventilation devices, including self-inflating bags (SIB), flow-inflating bags (FIB), and T-piece resuscitator (TPR) are recommended for positive pressure ventilation (PPV) in the delivery room. To date, there is insufficient evidence regarding the optimal device for establishing effective ventilation in newborns. This study is planned to compare the effectiveness of TPR and SIB during resuscitation.
Methods: This will be a single centre, open-label, randomized controlled trial. Study participants will be preterm ≤34 of gestation needing PPV at birth as per NRP algorithm. Newborns will be randomly assigned to two groups (TPR or SIB). SpO2 at 2 and 5 min, time to reach heart rate >100/min by pulse oximetry, and duration of PPV will be recorded. Primary outcome is need of delivery room intubation. Intention to treat analysis will be done using STATA version 17.0. A priori defined subgroup for purpose of analysis will be gestation ≤30 and 31-34 weeks. Trial will be done as per good clinical practice guidelines.
Conclusions: If PPV with TPR is proven to be more efficacious in terms of less delivery room intubation, there would be a way towards finalizing the TPR as primary device for providing PPV during delivery room resuscitation at birth. This study has potential to bring down need of delivery room intubation with less duration of mechanical ventilation and morbidity in form of IVH, BPD and composite outcome of BPD and death.
Trial registration: CTRI number: CTRI/2023/01/048660.
Rajendra Jinjwaria quality of life-22 scale (RJQOL-22) scale
Authors: Jinjwaria Rajendra K.
Published: July 2023

The Rajendra Jinjwaria quality of life-22 (RJQOL-22) scale will help assess the overall quality of life in various acute and chronic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteo arthritis, and other conditions that affect the quality of life such as cardiovascular, HIV, and cancer. The tool was developed from 29 January 2019 to 01 May 2023 by Rajendra Kumar Jinjwaria at King George's Medical University Lucknow and Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh, India. The validity of the RJQOL-22 scale was established as per the content validity index (CVI) 98% and validated by more than 100 expert faculty across the world. The scale is standardized and highly valid for assessing the quality of life in acute and chronic diseases. The overall reliability of the scale based on a study was estimated to be (>0.983) through (Cronbach’s alpha value) and it indicates a highly reliable scale. While the individual reliability of group I and group II was 0.989 and 0.978 respectively. The acceptable cut-off value of coefficients was 0.7 for moderate and 0.8 for high reliability. This indicates that the tool used in the studies was highly reliable.
Infection and outcome of COVID-19 affected patients during 1st and 2nd waves in Bangladesh: a hospital based comparative study
Authors: Mazumder M. Maksudul Islam , Hossain Homayra Tahseen , Chowdhury Tasmina , Reza Ishrat Binte , Arafat Quazi Audry , Ahasan H. A. M. Nazmul
Published: July 2023

Background: COVID-19 emerged as one of the worst pandemics in human history in December 2019. Despite a relatively low infection rate in Bangladesh for seven weeks from mid-January, there were still 287 deaths in February, marking the lowest monthly death toll since May 2020. This study aimed to analyze the infection and outcomes of COVID-19 patients during the first and second waves in Bangladesh.
Methods: This cross-sectional observational comparative study conducted at the Popular medical college hospital, 190 COVID patients were enrolled during the first wave (Mid-June to Mid-August 2020), and 179 COVID patients were enrolled during the second wave (Mid-March to Mid-April 21).
Result: Mean age was 52.85±15.36 years in the first wave and 55.42±14.20 years in the second wave (p=0.097). Male patients predominated in both waves (p=0.082). Common symptoms, such as fever, cough, and respiratory distress, were similar. The second wave had a higher percentage of patients with diabetes. CRP levels increased in the first wave, while D-dimer levels were higher in the second wave. HRCT reports indicated minimal COVID-19 involvement. Most patients were discharged, with a small percentage referred to higher centers, and the mortality rate was not significant (p=0.600).
Conclusions: The study highlights the differences in various factors related to COVID-19 between the first and second waves of COVID-19 in Bangladesh. Although the demographic status was similar in both waves, it provides valuable insights for medical consultations.
Association between neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio and viral load with opportunistic pulmonary infections in human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients
Authors: Pratikto Bella C. , Suryana Ketut
Published: July 2023

Background: Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a syndrome of an opportunistic infectious disease due to decreased immune system by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and viral load were used to assess inflammatory status and the amount of HIV virus in the blood. This study aims to determine the association between NLR and viral load in HIV/AIDS patients with the opportunistic pulmonary infections.
Methods: This study is an analytic observational study with a cross-sectional design. Data was collected through the medical records of HIV/AIDS patients at Wangaya General Hospital from January 2018 - April 2023. The data analysis method used was the Chi square test as bivariate tests.
Results: A total of 139 subjects, the majority of HIV/AIDS patients who had opportunistic pulmonary infections were Balinese ethnicity (45.3%), female (37.6%), age ≥36 years old (54.7%), used ART for ≥3 months (41.5%), viral load <40 copies/ml, NLR ≥2.81 (47.9%), had adherence (43.7%), types of ART were used combination of tenofovir lamivudine efavirenz (45.2%), and private employed (42.5%). A statistically significant association was found between age with opportunistic pulmonary infections (p=0.003; PR=3.082; 95% CI=1.516-6.266). NLR showed a significant association with the incidence of opportunistic pulmonary infections (p=0.003; PR=8.274; 95% CI=1.838-37.249). This study also showed pulmonary tuberculosis (42.37%) as the most common opportunistic pulmonary infections.
Conclusions: There is a significant association between NLR levels in HIV/AIDS patients with opportunistic pulmonary infections at Wangaya General Hospital, which the higher NLR levels correlates with higher opportunistic pulmonary infections.
Comparison of intravenous ceftriaxone and ciprofloxacin in prevention of infection in cirrhosis patients with variceal bleeding
Authors: Chaudhary Ram Dev , Jamil Ommar , Kunwar Sandeep Raj , Ayub M. , Sarwar Shahid , Cheema Tahira Murtaza
Published: July 2023

Background: Patients with variceal gastrointestinal bleeding are very susceptible to bacterial infections. This study was designed to examine the effectiveness of ciprofloxacin and ceftriaxone in controlling in-hospital morbidity, mortality, and infection in variceal bleeding patients.
Methods: From August 2010 to August 2012, an interventional randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted in the Department of Gastroenterology, East Medical Ward, Mayo Hospital, Lahore. Adult patients who were diagnosed to have gastroesophageal variceal bleeding after endoscopic examination were included. These patients were randomly distributed to 2 groups. Group ceftriaxone: receiving injection Ceftriaxone 1000 mg intravenously 12 hourly for 7 days, Group ciprofloxacin: receiving injection ciprofloxacin 200 mg intravenously 12 hourly for 7 days.
Results: Most common viral etiology was Hepatitis C in both the study groups. It was observed that in the ceftriaxone group, 4.8% had rebleeding, while in the ciprofloxacin group 5.6% had rebleeding (p=0.77), one case each had porto-systemic encephalopathy (p=0.99), 0.8% in ceftriaxone group and 3.2% in ciprofloxacin group had spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (p=0.39) and 4.8% in ceftriaxone group and 8% in ciprofloxacin group had systemic inflammatory response syndrome (p=0.31). No patients died during one week follow up.
Conclusions: From our study, it was concluded that ciprofloxacin and ceftriaxone had same efficacy when used intravenously for prevention of bacterial infection and improvement in mortality and morbidity in patient of variceal bleeding. Future multicentric studies are required with a longer patient follow to support our findings.
Study to establish fiberoptic laryngoscopy as a diagnostic and investigation tool for laryngotracheal stenosis and to use the same for prognosis of the disease: retrospective analysis
Authors: Thenappan T. , Vivekanandan B. , Somu L.
Published: July 2023

Background: Laryngotracheal stenosis is a common benign condition of airway obstruction in both the pediatric and adult age group. This could either be acquired or congenital, in which there is narrowing of either the portions of the larynx or trachea making it difficult to breathe. This condition can be managed by several operative and endoscopic procedures. Flexible fiber optic laryngoscope is an excellent tool in the diagnostic investigation of laryngotracheal stenosis.
Methods: This is a retrospective study that was done with data collected from the medical records department of patients diagnosed with laryngotracheal stenosis in a tertiary care hospital in the last 10 years.
Results: A total of 22 patients who underwent FFL exam were taken for this retrospective study and the results were analyzed.
Conclusions: This study proves that Fiberoptic laryngoscopy is a single modality diagnostic tool, which is useful in diagnosing, and localizing stenotic lesions in the Laryngotracheal region. It is cheap, less invasive and trained Otolaryngologist can perform this as an outpatient procedure. This therefore reduces the exposure to harmful radiation caused by repeated computed tomography scans.
Focus and methodological adaptations of qualitative research during the COVID-19 pandemic: a scoping review and textual narrative synthesis
Authors: Haruna Aminu Ango , Ogbodo Stephen Chukwuma
Published: July 2023

Research is a vital driver of the response to health emergencies. This scoping review aimed to characterize the application of qualitative research during the COVID-19 pandemic, with two primary objectives: identifying the qualitative research methods and adaptations applied, and summarizing the research questions which the studies sought to answer. CINAHL and PsycINFO were systematically searched for qualitative studies relating to COVID-19 and published between January 2020 and November 2021. Articles were screened and included in the review using pre-defined eligibility criteria. A total of 535 articles met the inclusion criteria, mostly from North America and Europe. An observed methodological adaptation was a surge in virtually conducted research – most studies collected data through interviews, 52% of which were conducted virtually using telephone or teleconferencing technology. Similarly, 27% of the focus group discussions and 20% of the ethnographies were conducted virtually. A textual narrative synthesis of all reviewed studies identified four major groups: health-related studies, education-related studies, studies about vaccine acceptance, and studies in specific population groups, such as the elderly, ethnic minorities, and working-class women in patriarchal contexts. There was a seeming neglect of the experience of youths, and insufficient attention has been paid to the dynamics of medical distrust with regard to vaccine hesitancy. Qualitative research has been applied to extensively explore people’s perceptions and experiences of the pandemic. The progressive improvement of virtual research methods will be beneficial for future pandemic preparedness. More representation of research from under-resourced regions of the world is also needed.
Tuberculosis a diagnostic pitfall of Nasopharyngeal carcinoma? Two case report
Authors: Miachieo Nounechutuo , Yepthomi Nito , Leivon Shirley T , Lailyang Taniyang
Published: July 2023

Nagaland has the highest AAR (age adjusted rates) of Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) in India. The frequent presentation of metastatic neck nodes of nasopharyngeal carcinoma can lead to diagnostic errors if preliminary investigations are not done properly. We present two patients with metastatic NPC who were initially treated with anti-tubercular therapy presumed to have tuberculosis. Metastasis was confirmed with fine needle aspiration cytology and NPC diagnosis was made on histopathological examination of endoscopic nasal biopsy. Both patients were treated with neoadjuvant chemotherapy, followed with concurrent chemo-radiation and are on follow-up.
Unveiling the uncommon: Disseminated intravascular coagulation as an unusual presentation of metastatic carcinoma prostate
Authors: Jain Arpit , Goyal Varun , Basu Dharmishtha , Soni Satyajeet , Talwar Vineet
Published: July 2023

We present a rare case of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) as the initial manifestation of metastatic carcinoma of the prostate. DIC is a life-threatening condition characterized by systemic activation of coagulation and widespread microvascular thrombosis, leading to organ dysfunction. Although DIC is commonly associated with hematological malignancies and sepsis, its occurrence as a paraneoplastic syndrome in solid tumors is extremely rare. Our case highlights the importance of considering DIC as a potential complication in patients with advanced prostate cancer, even in the absence of typical symptoms.
Impact of emerging technology on recent criminal scenario
Authors: Gupta Reeta R , Srivastava Asha
Published: July 2023

Today the world is fully acknowledged by the digital Technology with a constant dependency of staying connected with everything. In this era of world and after the world experiencing covid pandemic, a new dimension of use of digital/ cyber technology and digitalization in all area including home to office work in day-to-day life emerged with broad spectrum. Technology has given a significant contribution in societal change with digital world in all aspects such as the medical instruments used in surgical treatment of various cardiac, pulmonary diseases orthopedic as well as carcinogenic diseases; cellular connectivity with accuracy &consistency and timeless feasibility of data transfer and money transactions from one hand to another hand. With advancement of technology on a daily basis a significant impact can be seen on the society. This also creates a major impact on the current criminal scenario as well as it has imposed new challenges in the criminal justice system. The present research article is based on the recent case study encountered by the experts in forensic science which will be discuss in detail with their own experiences during presentation.
Educación en Competencias Financieras, Administrativas y de Marketing para la Comunidad
Authors: Abad Candy , Valencia Paola
Published: July 2023

El Colegio de Administración y Economía CADE-USFQ detectó un vacío en las comunidades menos favorecidas respecto al desarrollo de competencias empresariales en temas financieros, de marketing y de administración. Para llenar este vacío y enmarcados en la filosofía de las Artes Liberales, el CADE-USFQ se integró, en el año 2014, al programa de educación financiera “Cuida Tu Futuro” de Banco Solidario, a través de charlas académicas transmitidas al público por Radio América. A partir del año 2020, el programa se mantuvo visible a través del programa de crecimiento e inspiración de negocios “Exponential Set” que llegan a la comunidad a través de la plataforma Facebook. Estas charlas académicas permiten que profesores y estudiantes del CADE-USFQ se integren y acerquen sus conocimientos al público, con el objetivo de desarrollar nuevas habilidades e incidir en comportamientos para que los ecuatorianos puedan tomar mejores decisiones financieras, administrativas o de marketing.
Parametric Evaluation Techniques for Reliability of Internet of Things (IoT)
Authors: Singh Khushwant , Singh Yudhvir , Barak Dheerdhwaj , Yadav Mohit , Özen Ercan
Published: July 2023

Reliability analysis aims to assess the dependability and performance of a system over time, considering factors such as device failures, communication issues, and data integrity. By integrating taxonomy and reliability analysis, researchers can systematically analyze and enhance the reliability of IoT systems by addressing specific components and categories identified in the taxonomy. IoT based on its reliable applications is classified among various categories such as smart home devices, smart watches, electric vehicles with IoT capabilities, industrial, healthcare, agriculture, soil monitoring sensors, smart city infrastructure, environmental monitoring devices, and smart energy management devices. The need for a consistent taxonomy was one of the problems recognized and examined in this paper even though IoT management technology is developing. To examine the reliability analysis of IoT systems, we created a brand-new taxonomy for IoT gadgets that places a strong focus on administration. We have released a completely new IoT reliability RBD model analysis at different gateways and Round-Trip Time is to be analyzed. It features an aircraft for dependability. Our goal is to help administrators of networks, as well as designers, put processes in place that will analyze and enhance the reliability of IoT systems. To implement techniques to increase the IoT system's reliability, we may utilize the management capabilities to keep an eye on the devices. ChatGPT can act as the conversational interface for ISABELA. By integrating ChatGPT with ISABELA's functionality, users can have natural language conversations with ISABELA, making the interaction more intuitive and user-friendly. A use case study of ISABELA has enhanced the position of the CHATGPT system in the IoT system which increase the efficiency and reliability of IoT designs and networks.
Аналитическая работа органа регионального управления по государственному регулированию цен и тарифов в Алтайском крае
Authors: Миненко А.В. , Селиверстов М.В.
Published: July 2023

В статье отмечена актуальность изучения аналитической работы в сфере регулирования цен и тарифов, ввиду проблемности обобщения опыта в сфере государственной ценовой политики и обработки аналитической информации. Обозначены цели публикационной деятельности регионального управления по государственному регулированию цен и тарифов. Приведены данные о проведенной работе, в частности сказано о подготовке материалов и презентаций по тарифной компании, информировании населения о динамике изменения тарифов. Сказано о согласовании аналитической информации посредством деятельности Общественного совета с профильными объединениями
К вопросу о разработке управленческих решений направленных на использование аутсорсинга логистических услуг
Authors: Морозов М.В
Published: July 2023

В статье рассматривается проблема, связанная с разработкой управленческих решений и их реализацией в сфере логистических услуг. Рассмотрены существующие виды управленческих решений, а также плюсы и минусы передачи на аутсорсинг всевозможных процессов на предприятии
Рынок образовательных услуг в России
Authors: Рослякова Е.А.
Published: July 2023

Статья «Рынок образовательных услуг в России» рассматривает образование с коммерческой точки зрения, а также отличительные характеристики образовательных услуг. Автор приводит результаты социологического опроса, которые показывают самые важные направления на рынке образовательных услуг. Далее автор обращается к результатам оценки выручки онлайн – платформ от компании Smart Ranking, отмечает важность такого элемента рынка, как дополнительное образование. Автор приводит рейтинг стран мира по количеству иностранных студентов. Также отмечается важность переквалификации работников из-за развития научно – технического прогресса. В заключении автор подводит итоги и считает, что образование является важнейшей сферой человеческой деятельности, что необходимо в России и дальше развивать рынок образовательных услуг, внося при этом большой вклад в рост экономики.
Цифровой рубль: сущность, проблемы, перспективы
Authors: Хамурадов М.А. , Дельмиханова Х.А
Published: July 2023

Цифровую валюту центрального банка можно определить, как цифровую версию фиатной валюты, приносящую с собой удобства цифровых активов. В данной статье рассматриваются предпосылки и перспективы внедрения цифровой валюты в России, а также опыт Китая в тестировании проекта цифрового юаня. Проведен краткий сравнительный анализ внедрения цифрового рубля в РФ и внедрения цифрового юаня в Китае. На основе проведенного исследования указаны положительные и негативные моменты внедрения и развития цифрового рубля в стране.
Анализ эффективности производства молока в ЦЧР и пути еѐ роста
Authors: Хатрус Е.В. , Степанова Т.А
Published: July 2023

В статье рассмотрены вопросы, связанные с оценкой эффективности производства молока на предприятиях Аннинского, Калачеевского, Богучарского и Павловского районов Воронежской области
Процедура осуществления государственных заказов: этапы и планирование
Authors: Эльбиева Л.Р
Published: July 2023

Заказ государственного уровня – это эффективное средство управления сотрудничеством бизнес-индустрии и государства. Ему отводится важное место в бюджетных статьях по расходам. Это оказывает воздействие на то, как развивается государство в социально-экономическом плане, сам регион. В статье рассматривается процедуры осуществления государственных заказов, а также их планирование
Экономический рост и развитие: проблемы и решения
Authors: Эскерханова Л.Т
Published: July 2023

В данной статье рассматриваются проблемы, с которыми сталкиваются многие страны в своем пути к экономическому росту и развитию. В статье предложены решения этих проблем, включающие более равную экономическую политику, создание благоприятной инвестиционной среды, повышение качества образования и улучшение банковской системы и правовых рамок для защиты прав инвесторов.
Methods of strategic analysis
Authors: Pleshakova Е.А. , Dmitrienko N.A
Published: July 2023

The article is devoted to the research of methods of strategic analysis. The relevance of this topic is due to the fact that currently every organization needs to build a proper strategy for the development of the organization. he is looking for a suitable tool for planning the company's development strategy. The purpose of this article is to understand and apply the methods of strategic analysis. In the course of the study, the methods of strategic analysis were considered. Namely: SWOT analysis, PEST analysis, Porter's Five Forces, BCG matrix. A well-chosen type of strategic analysis for a specific organization can help to create the most successful strategy for further business development
Понятие «фразеологическое значение» в лингвистике
Authors: Базаева Б.Ю , Сарангаева Ж.Н
Published: July 2023

В статье рассматривается понятие «фразеологическое значение» в лингвистике. Описываются основные подходы изучения данного понятия, приводится разные его классификации. Фразеологические единицы цветообозначения отличаются экспрессивностью, отражая культурные, социальные ценности народа.
Феномен политической корректности в рекламе
Authors: Климина Т. А
Published: July 2023

Данная статья нацелена на рассмотрение политической корректности. Феномен политической корректности относительно новое понятие для изучения. Изучается это явление путем поиска и исследования политически корректных единиц лексики в рекламе и текстах СМИ. Анализ этих лексических единиц выявляет тенденции их использования и влияния на культуру и общество
Эпическая грандиозная тризна по Кокотой-хану
Authors: Маматаева Ч.С , Мундузбаева Д.А , Эшиев А.М
Published: July 2023

В статье речь идет об эпической грандиозной тризне в честь второй годовщины поминовения Кокотой-хана. Эта тризна отличалась тем, что в ней участововали десятки тысяч людей из разных стран евразийского геополитического пространства, чтобы быть свидетелями потрясающих военно-спортивных игр кочевников. Отмечается, что архетипный характер тризны как инструмент описания и понимания истории древних и средневековых кыргызов, выполнял в культуре разных этнических объединений интегрирующую функцию, объединяя различные культурные феномены и формы в определенную целостность
Детские экскурсионные программы по г. Саранску
Authors: Вихляева А. Ю , Кусерова А.И.
Published: July 2023

В статье рассматриваются экскурсионные программы по г. Саранску, предназначенные для детей. Авторы выделяют 5 групп, в составе которых охарактеризовано несколько детских экскурсий. В результате анализа выделены наиболее востребованные детские экскурсии
A TRAM Flap Harvesting Technique for Breast Reconstruction Surgery after Mastectomy
Authors: Chernyh Alexander V. , Popova Marina P. , Yakusheva Natalia V , Korobov Ivan Vladimirovich
Published: July 2023

Introduction. Currently, the best option for breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy is TRAM-flap harvesting on a vascular pedicle from the inferior epigastric artery with taking one or two rectus abdominis muscles. However, it is widely reported about cases of marginal necrosis of the lower TRAM flap in the recipient zone. This is due to the area of obstructed blood flow "choke" at the site of anastomosis of the terminal muscular branches of the superior and inferior epigastric arteries.The aim of the study was to investigate the applied topographical features of the lower epigastric arteries in the thickness of the rectus abdominis muscles in women.Materials and methods. The main trunk of the inferior epigastric artery and its terminal branches (III and IV blood supply zones) were dissected on the muscular-aponeurotic flap of the anterior abdominal wall in the thickness of the rectus abdominis muscle in 18 non-fixed female corpses to identify the lower site of arterial anastomosis of the muscular branches. The authors measured the distance from the white line of the abdomen to the point of entry of the studied artery into the thickness of the rectus abdominis muscle, the length of the main trunk, and the vertical distance from the conditional horizontal line drawn through the upper semicircle of the umbilical ring to the beginning of the inferior epigastric artery branching (the "choke" zone). Research results. The length of the major trunk of the inferior epigastric artery from the level of perforation of the posterior wall of the aponeurotic sheath of the rectus abdominis muscle to the beginning of its division averaged 5.70.8 cm. The level of division of the major trunk into muscular branches of the inferior epigastric artery on the left and right, and, consequently, the choke zone, was always higher than the level of the umbilical ring. The distance from the conditional horizontal line drawn through the upper semicircle of the umbilical ring to the beginning of the branching of the major trunk averaged 1.40.9 cm.Conclusion. The data obtained on the typical anatomy of the inferior epigastric arteries in women may allow improving the TRAM flap harvesting on the musculovascular pedicle technique in order to reduce the risk of developing marginal skin necrosis in the recipient zone.
Organ-Preserving Surgeries on the Spleen: Evolution of Concepts
Authors: Kagan Ilya Iosifovich , Nuzova Olga Borisovna , Pikin Ilya YUr'evich
Published: July 2023

One of the current trends in modern surgery is the study of the spleen injuries and diseases, in particular, its traumatic ruptures which are a fairly common pathology, being the most prevalent among all injuries of the abdominal organs. The improvement of hemostasis options and the choice of tactics in the surgical treatment of the spleen pathologies are crucial. Few recent decades have been dominated by the idea that splenectomy is the major surgical option for the spleen damage and diseases. Currently, as reported in Russia and globally, surgical tactics implying the use of organ-preserving surgeries in case of the spleen injury are being widely developed and applied.If compared with organ-preserving operations, there are negative changes in the cellular and humoral links of the immunity after splenectomy. A significant number of proposed spleen preserving options are grouped into: conservative treatment, wound tamponades, splenic sutures, segmental resection, ligation of splenic arteries, wound bonding, infrared contact coagulation, autotransplantation of splenic tissue. Currently, surgeons have quite a lot of experimental and clinically tested techniques in their arsenal that allow successfully performing organ-preserving spleen surgery. However, none of them lacks of drawbacks. These drawbacks are quite diverse, ranging from the inability to provide guaranteed reliable hemostasis to technological and economic aspects of the operation, thus, the search for novel organ-preserving techniques remains promising.