bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Screening and Identification of Chromium Resistant Bacteria from Poultry Excreta
Authors: Khan Md Abu Sayem , Badhon Md Muzahidul Islam , Rivu Supantha , Rahman Sabita Rezwana
Published: March 2024

The occurrence of heavy metal-resistant bacteria in the environment acts as an indicator of heavy metal pollution. The impact of heavy metal contamination in co-selection and proliferation of antimicrobial[1]resistant bacteria is well-documented in existing literature. The present study aims to determine the occurrence of chromium-resistant bacteria (CRB) in poultry feces and to characterize their antimicrobial resistance and biofilm formation ability. 28 CRBs were isolated by inoculating samples on chromium-amended media. 6 of 28 isolates were resistant to a maximum of 1000 ppm chromium. Isolated CRBs also showed varying degrees of resistance to other heavy metals, including Cd, Ni, and Hg. Biofilm formation was observed in 67.8% isolates, of which 60.7% and 7.1% were weak and moderate biofilm former, respectively. All the isolates exhibited sensitivity to Gentamicin, Chloramphenicol, Imipenem, and Amikacin. Only one isolate was multi-drug resistant. In addition, all the isolates possessed chromate reductase gene that confirmed their chromium-reducing activity. Two isolates were identified as Bacillus altituidinis and Brevibcillus parabrevis on the basis of 16s rRNA analysis. Further estimation of chromium-reduction capacity and whole genome analysis will reveal their bioremediation potential.

Bangladesh J Microbiol, Volume 40, Number 1, June 2023, pp 1-6
In silico Evolutionary Insights into Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Malate Dehydrogenases (MDH) Support the Archaebacterial Origin of Eukaryotes
Authors: Mishu Israt Dilruba , Kabir Nowshin , Mahmud Zimam
Published: March 2024

Malate Dehydrogenase (MDH) stands as a pivotal enzyme crucial for cellular energy metabolism, orchestrating the conversion of malate to oxaloacetate in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. This study delves into the evolutionary trajectories of MDH1 (cytoplasmic) and MDH2 (mitochondrial), offering substantial evidence supporting the archaebacterial origin of eukaryotes. The dataset spans nine groups, encompassing human MDH1 and MDH2, mammalian MDH1 and MDH2, amphibian MDH2, arthropod MDH2, amoeba MDH1, archaea, and bacteria. Protein BLAST analysis revealed significant sequence homology in mammalian MDH1, particularly among primates, underlining a close evolutionary connection. Conversely, lower eukaryotes, including amoeba, arthropods, and amphibians, exhibited marked divergence from human MDH1 and MDH2. Phylogenetic analysis unveils distinct clusters for MDH1 and MDH2, accentuating significant genetic diversity between mitochondrial and cytoplasmic MDH enzymes. Prokaryotic MDH sequences cluster with human mitochondrial MDH2, while MDH1 forms a separate cluster. Staphylococcus MDH aligns with archaeal MDH, emphasizing the diversity within bacterial MDH evolution. Protein variability analysis indicates noteworthy divergence of human MDH1 from prokaryotic MDH, while MDH2 displays comparatively lower divergence. Pairwise evolutionary divergence analysis sheds light on complex relationships among MDH protein sequences. Human MDH1 shows close evolutionary ties to mammalian MDH1, whereas MDH2 exhibits a unique pattern, aligning closely with mammalian MDH2, arthropods, and amphibians. Furthermore, MDH2 demonstrates closer proximity to bacterial MDH, supporting a bacterial origin of mitochondrial MDH. In contrast, MDH1 displays less divergence to archaeal MDH than its bacterial counterpart, endorsing an archaeal origin for cytoplasmic MDH. In conclusion, this study provides compelling support for the archaebacterial origin of eukaryotes, suggesting a bacterial endosymbiont within an archaeal host that evolved into mitochondria. It contributes valuable insights into MDH evolution, unraveling the intricate relationships and unique adaptations shaping the evolutionary history of eukaryotic cells.

Bangladesh J Microbiol, Volume 40, Number 1, June 2023, pp 15-24
Molecular Detection and Genotyping of Dengue Viruses: Current Techniques and Future Prospect
Authors: Lee Min Kuang , Morshed Muhammad
Published: March 2024

The Dengue virus is a prevalent mosquito-borne disease, and its global incidence has been steadily increasing due to the favorable environmental conditions that promote mosquito breeding, primarily influenced by rising temperatures. Bangladesh has been particularly hard-hit by an intense and ongoing outbreak, resulting in a surge of cases and fatalities. Effective management of this disease necessitates the implementation of robust public health measures, including rigorous surveillance and early diagnosis. While serological tests are commonly employed in clinical diagnosis, molecular methods hold a critical role in identifying the specific Dengue virus strain, thereby contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of disease severity. This article serves as an extensive review, delving into various molecular testing techniques employed for both surveillance and clinical diagnosis. It offers valuable insights for research and clinical laboratories engaged in the detection of Dengue virus RNA in mosquitoes, environmental samples, and clinical specimens. The methods covered encompass a spectrum of approaches, including conventional PCR, isothermal amplification, real-time RT-PCR, Sanger sequencing, and whole-genome sequencing, providing a holistic overview of the available techniques. These methods play pivotal roles in clinical diagnosis, outbreak analysis, vector surveillance, and vaccine development. Furthermore, the article underscores the importance of integrating these techniques into existing healthcare systems, emphasizing their significance in ensuring precise dengue diagnostics to enhance the efficiency of disease management. These molecular methods are indispensable tools that contribute to accurate diagnosis, enable effective outbreak investigation, facilitate vector surveillance, and support vaccine preparation, thereby enhancing the overall management and control of dengue, ultimately working toward mitigating its impact on public health.

Bangladesh J Microbiol, Volume 40, Number 1, June 2023, pp 41-49
Teachers’ Opinion about Pharmacology MCQ Question Papers of MBBS Professional Examinations
Authors: Chowdhury Dipak Kumer Paul , Saha Debashish , Talukder Md Humayun Kabir , Habib Md Ahsan
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Multiple choice questions (MCQ) are very effective in assessing the students learning since it is very much objective and time saving. MBBS curriculum introduced MCQ in professional examination from 2002.
Objective: This cross sectional descriptive study was conducted to get the teachers’ opinion about Pharmacology professional examination MCQ papers of different Universities of Bangladesh.
Methods: For this purpose, opinions of total 56 purposively selected teachers of the Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics of 20 Medical Colleges were collected through self-administered semi-structured questionnaire. Most of the teachers (61%) were in favour of existing distribution of different types of question in curriculum (recall-60%, understanding-30% and problem based-10%) for MCQ paper.
Results: Majority of the teachers (71% and 63%) were satisfied with the present coverage of recall and understanding type questions respectively and 60% teachers were satisfied with the coverage of problem based type questions. Fifty-seven percent teachers were satisfied with content coverage in MCQ papers. About 57% teachers were satisfied with the construction of MCQs and 78% teachers were in favour of introduction of single best answer (SBA) type MCQ. Regarding introduction of negative marking for wrong answer, 61% were agreed with the proposal. 
Conclusion: Findings of this study may be used to redefine the distribution of different types question in SAQ papers and to improve the quality of question papers by ensuring their coverage and construction.
JAFMC Bangladesh. Vol 19, No 1 (June) 2023: 6-10
Leprosy- Atypical Presentation with Reaction
Authors: Khan Mohammad Mofizul Islam
Published: March 2024

Leprosy is a chronic granulomatous disease affecting mainly the skin and nerves caused by the obligate intracellular pathogen Mycobacterium leprae. Patient not always present with typical skin lesion with loss of sensation or muscle weakness rather may present with atypical skin lesion with swelling of the affected area like cellulites or lymphangitis as reactional state. A 25- years-old male patient presented with linear erythematous verrucous plaque along with multiple nodules and pain and swelling of left upper extremity. Local examination revealed sensory loss on inner aspect of left hand and finger and ulner nerve found enlarged, thickened and tender. Slit skin smear showed numerous lepra bacilli. Skin biopsy for histopathology showed collection of foamy histocytes forming granuloma within the upper dermis and wade fite staining, moderate number of lepra bacilli was seen. Patient was diagnosed as a case of borderline leprosy with type 1 lepra reaction. Patient was getting treatment with MDT (multi drug therapy) and systemic steroid and responded very well. His skin lesions are almost subsided and weakness of hand was recovering gradually.
JAFMC Bangladesh. Vol 19, No 1 (June) 2023: 76-79
Introduction of CME Credit System amongst Doctors of Bangladesh Armed Forces
Authors: Ahmed Masud , Pasha A K M Mustafa Kamal , Waheed S M Shameem
Published: March 2024

Abstract not available
JAFMC Bangladesh. Vol 19, No 1 (June) 2023: 1-5
Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
Authors: Uddin Ahmed Mohammad Nesar , Al Farooq Abdullah , Shams Syed Faheem , Karim Mojumder Md Rezaul , Suhana
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Depression is common mood disorder that is linked to systemic inflammation. The neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is a non-specific inflammatory marker that is inexpensive and easy to measure. Low-grade inflammation occurs in a subgroup of patients with Major Depressive disorder (MDD).
Objective: To examine the role of inflammation in the etiology of depression based on the NLR in MDD patients who are undergoing no pharmacological therapy.
Methods: This observational study was carried out in the Department of Psychiatry of Jahurul Islam Medical College Hospital (JIMCH), Bajitpur, Kishoregonj between December 2013 and May 2014. Subjects between the ages of 18 and 65 were included in the study that involved 61 subjects with diagnosed MDD, who received no pharmacological therapy of depression within the past 01 month were included in the study, while the control group included 67 healthy subjects with having no psychiatric disease. A sociodemographic information form and a Beck Depression Scale were administered, and the blood was taken for biochemical analysis and complete blood parameters were evaluated in the hematology laboratory of JIMCH. All data were expressed as mean±SD. For statistical analysis, Chi-square test (χ2) was used to compare categorical variables, frequencies, and ratios. An independent sample ‘t’ test was used to compare normally distributed variables between two groups.
Results: In the present study, we found Significance difference in the NLR, neutrophil count, lymphocyte percentage and leukocyte values of the patient group when compared with control group (P<0.05).
Conclusion: The study reveals that NLR tends to be higher in patients with MDD, and a high NLR value supports the view that inflammation is a critical factor in the etiology of MDD.
JAFMC Bangladesh. Vol 19, No 1 (June) 2023: 72-75
Pertanggungjawaban Pidana Anak Sebagai Pelaku Kejahatan Kesusilaan Terhadap Anak
Authors: Rahmatyar Ana , Setiyono Joko
Published: March 2024

AbstractThis study aims to look at the accountability of the convict, children who commit decency crimes, especially rape, and to find useful concepts to overcome these crimes. The legal issues discussed in this study include the accountability of children who commit decency crimes in Indonesia and how the idea is useful in overcoming these problems. The research methodology used is "juridical normative concerning the invitation and case approach; the data used is secondary data." "Document study/literature study is used as a technique of data analysis and processing of legal materials." The traditional material analysis technique used is the hermeneutic method. Based on the results of the research, it can prove that the judge in deciding the case of a child who commits a crime of decency is oriented to Law Number 11 of 2012 concerning the juvenile criminal justice system, namely the punishment for children who commit crimes of morality is ½ of the adult sentence. Children who commit decency crimes who have received a court decision are placed in the Special Development Institution for Children (LPKA) to receive guidance and guidance to become better children when returning to society.Keywords:  Criminal Act; Criminal Liabilty; Restoratife JusticeAbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pertaggungjawaban pidana, anak yang melakukan kejahatan kesusilaan khususnya pemerkosaan dan mencari konsep yang efektif untuk mengatasi kejahatan tersebut. Adapun Permasalahan hukum yang dibahas dalam penelitian ini antara lain mengenai bagaimana pertanggungjawaban pidana anak yang melakukan kejahatan kesusilaan di Indonesia, dan bagaimana konsep yang efektif untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut. Metodelogi penelitian yang digunakan “yaitu yuridis normatif dengan pendekatan perundang-undangan dan pendekatan kasus, data yang digunakan adalah data sekunder”. “Studi dokumen/studi pustaka digunakan sebagai teknik pengumpulan data dan pengolahan bahan hukum”. Teknik analisis bahan hukum yang digunakan adalah metode penafsiran (hermeneutic). Berdasarkan hasil penelitian bisa disimpulkan bahwa hakim dalam memutus perkara anak yang melakukan tindak pidana kesusilaan berkiblat pada Undang-Undang Nomor 11 tahun 2012 tentang sistem peradilan pidana anak yaitu dengan menetapkan hukuman pidana bagi anak yang melakukan kejahatan kesusilaan ½ dari pidana orang dewasa. Anak yang melakukan kejahatan kesusilaan yang telah medapatkan putusan bersalah dari pengadilan di tempatkan di Lembaga Pembinaan Khusus Anak (LPKA) untuk mendapakan bimbingan dan pembinaan guna menjadi anak yang lebih baik lagi ketika kembali ke masyarakat.Kata Kunci: Pertanggungjawaban; Restoratif Justice; Tindak Pidana
ANALISIS PERANAN DAN STRATEGI KOMITE STABILITAS SISTEM KEUANGAN (KSSK) DALAM MENCEGAH DAN MENANGANI KRISIS SISTEM KEUANGAN
Authors: S Stellen Rosalina
Published: March 2024

The Indonesia multidimensional crisis in 1997-1998 had encouraged the Government to form a Financial System Stability Committee (KSSK), which consists of BI, LPS, OJK, and the Indonesian Ministry of Finance. This research will be discussing the role and strategy of KSSK in preventing and dealing with the financial system crisis in Indonesia, and its comparison with committees owned by South Korea and United Kingdom. This type of research is a normative juridical and uses statutory approach, historical approach, and comparative approach. This research indicate that in the problem of systemic bank solvency, KSSK has three ways, namely purchase and assumption, bridge banks and capital addition by LPS. Then, based on the PPKSK Law, rescuing failed banks during the crisis change into bail-in mechanism. Reflecting on South Korea that had succeeded in overcoming the global crisis through appropriate actions and strategies, and continuing to enhance cooperation with foreign authorities for exchange information to minimize situations that could arise during the crisis in both jurisdictions. Meanwhile, United Kingdom has built a strong and layered institutional architecture to sustain and maximize their function. Therefore, Indonesia must also be prepared to anticipate the financial system crisis that could occur.
Perjanjian Kerja Sama Bank BRI dan Agen BRILink dalam Pemberdayaan UMKM
Authors: Ganefi  , Hatikasari Siti , Wafiya Wafiya
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pelaksanaan perjanjian kerjasama antara Bank BRI dengan Agen BRILink, dan untuk mengetahui apa permasalahan dan hambatan pelaksanaan perjanjian kerjasama antara Bank BRI dengan Agen BRILink dalam rangka pemberdayaan UMKM di Kota Bengkulu. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian hukum empiris, dengan pendekatan diskriptif kualitatif. Teknik penentuan sampel adalah purposive sampling. Analisis dilakukan secara terus menerus sejak awal sampai akhir dengan menggunakan metode analisis kualitatif. Hasil Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Perjanjian kerjasama juga merupakan dokumen yang berisikan hak dan kewajiban BRI dan agen BRILink yang harus disetujui dan ditandatangani oleh kedua belah pihak sebelum menjalankan kegiatan yang dimaksud didalamnya. Dalam hal ini Bank BRI yang telah memberikan kewenangannya kepada agen BRILink untuk melakukan kegiatan atau transaksi perbankan terhadap nasabah BRI. Masalah yang muncul dalam perjanjian kerjasama antara BRI dan agen BRILink, yaitu agen BRILink ada yang wanprestasi, ditemukan agen tidak memegang perjanjian Kerjasama dengan BRI sebagai alas haknya, hingga penipuan dari nasabah yang dialami agen BRILink, baik secara langsung dengan menerima uang palsu. Adapun hambatan dalam perjanjian antara BRI dengan agen BRILink, yaitu: sering terjadi gagal transaksi yang terkendala oleh gangguan jaringan, kemudian tidak tercapainya target yang telah disepakati, serta hambatan lain yaitu sharing fee atau pembagian hasil yang diberikan oleh pihak BRI.
PERANAN PENDAMPING LOKAL DESA DALAM MENDORONG PARTISIPASI MASYARAKAT
Authors: Syakirin Risko , Nursyamsiah  , Guanti Wiwin
Published: March 2024

Keberadaan Tenaga Pendamping Profesional dalam rangka mengawal implementasi Undang-Undang Nomor 6 Tahun 2014 tentang Desa sangat strategis dan mempunyai peranan penting untuk mewujudkan tujuan pembangunan desa yang berkualitas dan berkelanjutan sesuai dengan asas pengaturan desa yang salah satunya adalah partisipasi masyarakat sebagaimana dalam Pasal 3 Undang Undang Nomor 6 Tahun 2014 Tentang Desa. Pendamping Lokal Desa (PLD) sebagai tenaga pendamping profesional harus mampu menjalankan tugas dan perannya dalam rangka mendorong dan meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat khususnya dalam tahapan-tahapan pembangunan desa. Dalam upaya untuk mendorong partisipasi masyarakat, PLD mengarahkan pemerintah desa agar melibatkan masyarakat baik dalam perencanaan maupun pembangunan, ikut mensosialisasikan pembangunan yang ada di desa dan mengajak masyarakat untuk ikut berpartisipasi serta memberi pengertian kepada masyarakat tentang pentingnya ikut berpartisipsi dalam perencanaan pembangunan desa
Sosialisasi Kemasan Vakum untuk Penyimpanan Produk Ikan Asap dalam Upaya Pemberdayaan Masyarakat di Jatimurni, Bekasi
Authors: Anugrah Daru Seto Bagus , Pramitasari Rianita , Sustaningrum Rakhdiny , Sumitro Ivana Mariska , Winarno Stefano Capriati
Published: March 2024

Warga RT 003/RW 002 Kelurahan Jatimurni, Bekasi, telah menjalankan usaha pemeliharaan ikan nila dan mengikuti pelatihan tentang pengolahan ikan nila menjadi ikan asap. Namun, pemahaman mereka tentang pemanfaatan pengemasan vakum untuk menyimpan dan memperpanjang umur simpan produk ikan asap masih terbatas. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman masyarakat tentang penggunaan pengemasan vakum dan melatih kemampuan masyarakat dalam menggunakan alat pengemas vakum untuk produk ikan asap. Metode yang digunakan adalah penyuluhan dan pelatihan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa setelah penyuluhan, masyarakat menjadi lebih memahami pentingnya pengemasan vakum dan mampu mengaplikasikannya pada produk ikan asap yang dihasilkan.
PENGGUNAAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) PADA MATERI EKOSISTEM DI SMA NEGERI 12 HALMAHERA TIMUR
Authors: Jurubasa Nadila , Majid Ilham , Yusuf Yusmar
Published: March 2024

Â Meningkatkan aktivitas belajar dan hasil belajar siswa dibutuhkan suatu pembelajaran yang efektif. Salah satu caranya yaitu dengan menggunakan model Problem Based Learning (PBL) Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah model Problem Based Learning (PBL) dapat meningkatkan aktivitas dan hasil belajar siswa kelas X semester II SMA Negeri 12 Halmahera Timur pada materi Ekosistem. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas (Classroom Action Research). Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa penerapan model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL) dapat meningkatkan aktivitas belajar siswa kelas X IPA di SMA Negeri 12 Halmahera Timur pada materi ekositem. Hasil observasiÂ  aktivitas Â siswa pada siklus I yaituÂ  69%, siklus II yaitu meningkat menjadi 84%. Sedangkan hasil observasi aktivitasÂ  guru siklus I yaitu 85%, siklus II meningkat menjadi 100%. Hasil belajar siswa dengan menggunakan modelÂ  Problem Based Learning (PBL) pada siklus I sebanyak 13 orang yang belum tuntas atau sebanyak 65% yang belum mencapai ketuntasan belajar atau belum mencapai KKM. Sedangkan pada siklus II sudah mengalami peningkatan hasil belajar siswa sebanyak 19 orang yang tuntas atau sebanyak 95% siswa yang mencapai ketuntasan belajar, sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL)Â  dapat meningkatkan aktivitas dan hasil belajar.
PENGEMBANGAN LEMBAR KERJA PESERTA DIDIK ELEKTRONIK (e-LKPD) BERBASIS SEARCH, SOLVE, CREATE AND SHARE (SSCS) MATERI SISTEM PERNAPASAN SISWA KELAS XI MIA I MAN 1 MAJENE
Authors: Amaliah Nur , Marwah Marwah , Ariandi Ariandi , Wahid Masyitha
Published: March 2024

Penelitian Research and Development ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik Elektronik (e-LKPD) Berbasis Search, Solve, Create and Share (SSCS) Mata Pelajaran Sistem Pernapasan Untuk Siswa Kelas XI, yang valid praktis dan efektif. Adapun, prosedur penelitian yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah model ADDIE yang terdiri dari 5 tahap yaitu analisis (Analyze), perancangan (Design), pengembangan (Develop), penerapan (Implementation), dan evaluasi (Evaluation). Lokasi penelitian di MAN 1 Majene, Kabupaten Majene, Sulawesi Barat. Subjek penelitian adalah kelas XI MIA 1. Penilaian validitas e-LKPD berbasis SSCS dilakukan oleh 4 validator ahli yang menggunakan lembar penilaian validasi ahli materi dan ahli media, kepraktisan dinilai berdasarkan respon pendidik dan respon peserta didik dengan menggunakan angket yang telah dinyatakan valid oleh validator dan keefektifan diukur dengan menggunakan tes hasil belajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa diperoleh nilai rata-rata total validitas dari ahli materi sebesar 84% dan ahli media sebesar 78% yang artinya e-LKPD berbasis SSCS yang dikembangkan telah memenuhi kriteria valid. Hasil analisis kepraktisan media pembelajaran e-LKPD berbasis SSCS menunjukkan nilai rata-rata total kepraktisan dari respon guru sebesar 86% yang berada pada rentang nilai (81-100%) dan respon peserta didik 72.5% yang berada pada rentang skor (61-80%). Sehingga, dapat disimpulkan bahwa e-LKPD berbasis SSCS telah memenuhi kriteria praktis. Persentase perhitungan analisis hasil belajar peserta didik yang mencapai ketuntasan adalah 66,67%. Perolehan analisis tersebut jika dicocokkan dengan tabel kriteria keefektifan yang berada pada rentang skor (61-80%) yang artinya e-LKPD berbasis SSCS dapat dikatakan â€œefektifâ€.
Clinical Features of Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome in Korean Patients
Authors: Park Hyeong Jun , Park Do Young , Cha Soon Cheol
Published: March 2024

Purpose: To document the distribution and clinical features of iridocorneal endothelial (ICE) syndrome in its various subtypes observed in patients who visited a single institution in Korea.Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on the medical records of patients diagnosed with ICE syndrome at the Department of Ophthalmology, Yeungnam University Hospital, from 1993 to 2023. The cases were classified into Chandler syndrome, progressive iris atrophy, and iris nevus syndrome based on the severity of corneal and iris abnormalities. We also examined the presence of glaucoma, corneal edema, and iris abnormalities at diagnosis.Results: In all, 22 eyes from 21 patients with ICE syndrome were included. The mean age at diagnosis was 56.6 ± 16.1 years with a female predominance (20 patients, 95.5%). The syndrome was primarily unilateral (20 patients, 95.5%). Subtypes included 9 eyes with Chandler syndrome (40.9%), 7 eyes with progressive iris atrophy (31.8%), and 6 eyes with iris nevus syndrome (27.3%). Glaucoma was present in 15 eyes (68.2%), with 8 eyes (36.4%) undergoing glaucoma surgery. Of the 7 eyes that had trabeculectomy as initial glaucoma surgery, six experienced poor intraocular pressure control leading to Ahmed valve implantation in 4 cases. Corneal edema was noted in 10 eyes (45.5%) at diagnosis progressing to corneal decompensation in 6 eyes (27.3%).Conclusions: ICE syndrome in Korea predominantly affects middle-aged women and occurs unilaterally with Chandler syndrome being the most common subtype. Given the high risk for glaucoma development, suboptimal outcomes of trabeculectomy, and significant risk for corneal decompensation, ongoing management efforts are essential for glaucoma and corneal function preservation.
A Case of Asymmetrical Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease in a Patient with Ota Nevus Following Laser Treatment
Authors: Yang Seung Ahn , Park Su Hwan , Kim Su Jin , Lee Seung Min
Published: March 2024

Purpose: To report a case of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada (VKH) disease exhibiting asymmetric symptoms, predominantly in the affected eye, aside from the bilateral findings noted in indocyanine green angiography (ICG) in a patient who had undergone treatment for nevus of Ota.Case summary: A 33-year-old male presented with decreased visual acuity, ocular pain in the right eye, and a 3-week history of headache. The patient had undergone two laser treatments at 1-month intervals to address a nevus of Ota on the upper and lower eyelids and the maxillary area of the right side. He had no notable medical history. Fundus examination and optical coherence tomography indicated multiple serous retinal detachments. ICG displayed multiple hyperfluorescent spots in both eyes. Given these findings, the patient was diagnosed with VKH disease, predominantly affecting the right eye. Human leukocyte antigen (HLA) testing revealed the presence of the HLA-DRB1*09 and HLA-DQB1*03 (DQ8) alleles. The patient initially received high-dose intravenous steroid therapy, later transitioning to oral steroids. After a month of treatment, the serous retinal detachments had resolved and his vision improved. No signs of recurrence were evident during a 6-month follow-up.Conclusions: VKH disease can manifest asymmetrically, especially in the eye affected after laser treatment for nevus of Ota. Despite potential monocular presentation, it is crucial to assess for binocular involvement through comprehensive examinations.
Mindfulness Matters
Authors: Tamburrino Melissa , Levine Emily
Published: March 2024

Mindfulness is an effective way for educators and students to manage their emotions, as well as reduce stress and anxiety. When implemented, mindfulness practices help students focus on the present moment and regulate their emotions. This article will first define mindfulness and explain how teachers can incorporate mindfulness strategies into an elementary classroom setting. Next, it examines mindfulness programs that school districts are using throughout the United States. Then, it explains social emotional learning and activities that support these practices within the classroom. The article concludes by offering outcomes and implications for mindfulness. Through mindfulness techniques, students can foster a positive environment and improve their social and physical well-being.
Técnicas de humanização na assistência pediátrica hospitalar: Uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Abud Ana Cristina Freire , Silva Geovanna Barros , Andrade João Vitor de Jesus , Santana Laura Beatriz Freire , Valeriano Mayane Silva , Santos Yslâine Gomes dos
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Identificar técnicas de humanização utilizadas na assistência pediátrica hospitalar. Metodologia: Trata-se de uma pesquisa do tipo revisão integrativa, a qual utilizou as seguintes fases: 1. elaboração da pergunta norteadora; 2. busca ou amostragem na literatura; 3. coleta de dados; 4. análise crítica dos estudos incluídos; 5. discussão dos resultados; 6. apresentação da revisão. Para tanto, utilizou-se a seguinte pergunta norteadora: Quais são as técnicas de humanização que estão sendo utilizadas na assistência pediátrica hospitalar? Os artigos selecionados foram publicados entre os anos de 2015 e 2022 e as bases de dados consultadas foram: Scielo, MEDLINE (Pubmed Advanced Search) e Lilacs por meio dos descritores: “Humanização da assistência”, “Assistência Hospitalar”, “Pediatria”, “Serviços de saúde da criança”, “Criança hospitalizada” e “Cuidado da criança” e suas correspondentes em inglês e espanhol. Resultados: Entre os 18 artigos finalistas, seis sobre brinquedo terapêutico, quatro eram sobre ludoterapia, três sobre robôs sociais e os demais abordaram a realidade virtual, musicoterapia e terapia assistida por animais. Além da redução dos níveis de ansiedade, medo, dor e estresse, a utilização de técnicas de humanização proporcionam melhor adaptação e aceitação da criança ao tratamento. Conclusão: A partir desse estudo é possível compreender a importância da humanização na pediatria através de técnicas que possibilitem uma hospitalização menos traumática e que aprimorem a assistência.
Componentes morfológicos do sorgo cultivar “BRS Ponta Negra” (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench), sob doses de águas residuárias de suinocultura
Authors: Vásquez Manuel Antonio Navarro , Sousa Francisco Rondynelle Rodrigues , Vásquez Edilza Maria Felipe , Ribeiro Antônio Lourival Azevedo , Santos Francisco Gauberto Barros dos
Published: March 2024

O uso de águas residuárias da suinocultura na agricultura deve integrar sistemas de produção que propiciem ganhos econômicos e equilíbrio ambiental. Este trabalho teve por objetivo avaliar o desempenho dos componentes morfológicos da planta de sorgo, cultivar “BRS Ponta Negra”, sob aporte de diferentes doses de águas residuárias de suinocultura (ARS). O experimento foi instalado na área experimental do IFCE Crato – CE, em sacos de polietileno com volume de 4,9 dm3, contendo 6,9 kg do solo e alocados ao ar livre. O experimento foi conduzido no delineamento em blocos casualizados, com quatro tratamentos e quatro repetições. Os tratamentos consistiram em quatro doses de ARS (D1 = 0; D2 = 0,25; D3 = 0,50 e D4 = 0,75 L pl-1) aplicados em três etapas fenológicas da cultura. Os componentes da planta que obtiveram significância (p < 0,05) e ajustados a modelos de regressão quadráticas em resposta as doses de ARS foram: massa verde da folha, massa seca da folha, massa verde do colmo, massa seca do colmo, massa verde da planta e massa seca da planta; com incrementos da dose D1 para a dose D4 para estas variáveis, em 74,57; 12,34; 191,50; 120, 03; 50,06; 18,76; 255,92 e 142,69 g, respectivamente.
Perfil epidemiológico das infecções por SARS-CoV-2 em profissionais da saúde em um hospital universitário na Cidade de João Pessoa, Estado da Paraíba (PB), Brasil
Authors: Bezerra Felipe Gonçalves , Bezerra João Felipe , Vasconcelos Romero Henrique Teixeira , Dulgheroff Ana Carolina Bernardes , Figueiredo Carmem Gabriela Gomes de , Santos Betânia Maria Pereira dos , Adriano Maria Soraya Pereira Franco
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste estudo é identificar o perfil epidemiológico das infecções por SARS-CoV-2 em profissionais da saúde em um hospital universitário na cidade de João Pessoa no estado da Paraíba, Brasil. Trata-se de uma pesquisa epidemiológica, de caráter clínico-laboratorial, descritivo e quantitativo. Os casos de infecção foram obtidos por meio confirmação laboratorial pela técnica da reação em cadeia da polimerase em tempo real de transcrição reversa (RT-qPCR) em amostras de secreções nasofaríngeas (SNF) e os dados pela ficha de investigação de síndrome gripal suspeito de doença pelo Coronavírus 2019. Um total de 67 participantes realizaram o exame. Destes, apenas 18 (26,8%) apresentaram detecção viral para SARS-CoV-2 por RT-qPCR. O gênero mais acometido foi o feminino 12 (67%). A idade média foi 42 anos. O sintoma de maior prevalência foi a cefaleia 14 (31,1%). Não houve casos de comorbidade. Os profissionais da saúde do gênero feminino com idade acima 30 anos constituíram a maior proporção dos participantes no estudo.
Impact of sleep deprivation on memory and learning
Authors: Studart Luiza Targino , Aguiar Alan Bessa , Oliveira Isadora Mônica Ponte de , Araújo Victor Oliveira , Nascimento Gabriel Romão Mesquita do , Duarte Isabella Araujo , Lima Lara Maria Fujita Vieira , Santos Júlio César Claudino dos
Published: March 2024

Sleep is understood as a natural process of reduction of the body's response to external stimuli, associated with the loss of consciousness, which is useful for several functions. However, there is currently an increase in the number of individuals who do not achieve a good sleep routine, which can be attributed to an increase in exposure to factors that hinder the achievement of adequate time and quality of sleep, leading to various impacts that affect cognitive health and the processes of knowledge acquisition and consolidation. Thus, it aims to clarify the mechanisms associated with sleep deprivation and its repercussions on memory and learning. It is a literature review based on the analysis of scientific articles published from 2012 to 2022, in PubMed and Science Direct, in which the key words "sleep deprivation" AND "memory" AND "learning" were used. It was verified that sleep deprivation can impair several cognitive and affective functions, such as reduced attention, psychomotor vigilance and increased variability in behavioral responses. In relation to memory processing, the decrease of the quantity and the quality sleep time can affect the ability to retain new information and make individuals more prone to develop false memories. Therefore, realizing the fundamental role of sleep in several functions of the human body, highlighting the consolidation of memory and learning, understand the various unfavorable impacts that a reduction in the number and quality of hours of sleep can have.
Custos de implantação e condução de girassol de corte em sistema de plantio orgânico no Município de Laranjeiras do Sul, Estado do Paraná (PR), Brasil
Authors: Ribeiro Yanara dos Santos , Santos Elaine Rodrigues dos , Lima Cláudia Simone Madruga , Leandrini Josimeire Aparecida , Uhlman Lilian Osmari , Hilatchuk Cintia Izabela Vienc
Published: March 2024

O mercado de flores está em constante expansão no Brasil, exigindo maior qualidade nos produtos comercializados. O cultivo de girassol (Helianthus annuus L.) de corte ornamental se inclui nas categorias de flores em expansão no país e o seu cultivo orgânico é uma possibilidade de geração de renda, porém há poucos estudos sobre seus aspectos econômicos. Com isso, este trabalho teve como objetivo definir os principais coeficientes técnicos e os custos para a implantação e condução de de um cultivo de girassol de corte em 0,5 hectare em sistema de produção orgânico em Laranjeiras do Sul/PR. Assim, o estudo foi dividido em três etapas distintas. A primeira foi realizada através de pesquisa bibliográfica, visando delinear os aspectos de plantio de girassol de corte em uma plantação orgânica, destacando seus processos e necessidades. A segunda etapa da pesquisa referiu-se à instalação do experimento a fim de validar o estudo proposto. Por fim, a terceira etapa se refere às determinações dos principais coeficientes técnicos e seus custos. A síntese dos resultados de custo para a implantação e condução de 0,5 hectare de girassol para corte ornamental em sistema orgânico na região de Laranjeiras do Sul foram de R$: 190.757,40, sendo os maiores dispêndios relacionados com os insumos (97,71%), na sequência se apresentam referentes as operações mecanizadas (1,31%), operações manuais (0,92%) e por fim com outros insumos representando 0,05%. Os componentes mais significativos do custo foram os insumos, onde os quais somaram maiores valores no processo de instalação do experimento.
Síndrome dos Ovários Policísticos: Prevalência e impacto na qualidade de vida em universitárias
Authors: Mendes Fernanda Santos , Martins Letícia Israel , Oppenheimer Drauzio
Published: March 2024

A síndrome dos ovários policísticos é uma condição clínica muito comum na prática ginecológica e endocrinológica, afetando 6 a 16% das mulheres em idade reprodutiva. As principais manifestações clínicas dessa síndrome são a presença de hiperandrogenismo, oligo-amenorreia e anovulação crônica. Em virtude dessas manifestações, muitas mulheres apresentam hirsutismo, obesidade e podem desenvolver infertilidade e esses fatores estão diretamente relacionados com a auto-estima e qualidade de vida das portadoras da síndrome dos ovários policísticos. Dessa forma, o presente trabalho visou observar quais manifestações são mais prevalentes e como elas impactam na qualidade de vida do grupo de acadêmicas observado. A pesquisa foi realizada individualmente com 100 estudantes do sexo feminino, maiores de 18 anos, que apresentam síndrome dos ovários policísticos, matriculadas do 1º ao 6º ano do curso de medicina na Faculdade de Medicina de Itajubá e Universidade do Vale do Sapucaí, através de um questionário pré-formulado e enviado através da ferramenta “google forms”. Os resultados obtidos confirmaram a hipótese inicial do trabalho, tendo em vista que a maioria das participantes relataram que sintomas como hirsutismo, excesso de peso, distúrbios menstruais e medo de infertilidade afetam diretamente sua qualidade de vida e autoestima, causando ainda sintomas emocionais e transtornos psicológicos. O objetivo do estudo, foi observar quais os sinais e sintomas da síndrome dos ovários policísticos e como eles impactam na qualidade de vida das participantes. Portanto, essa análise é importante para que, novas intervenções sejam sugeridas e implementadas, aprimorando o tratamento e garantindo maior qualidade de vida para as pacientes.
Uso de recordação ativa entre estudantes de medicina: Um estudo transversal
Authors: Rocha Caio César Otôni Espíndola , Campelo Eulália Maria Loureiro Maia , Albuquerque Lucas Apoliano Gomes , Gomes Giovanna Lacorte , Barros Letícia Passos Chaves Capibaribe , Peixoto Raquel Autran Coelho
Published: March 2024

Introdução: O conhecimento médico está em constante evolução. A retenção de informações, objetivando a manutenção a longo prazo é essencial, mas muitos não conhecem ou possuem dificuldades na aplicação de técnicas de estudo eficientes. A prática de recuperação ativa pode melhorar o aprendizado, mas os estudantes muitas vezes não a empregam eficazmente. Objetivo: Este estudo tem como objetivo avaliar o conhecimento e uso de técnicas ativas de estudo por estudantes de medicina em um Centro Universitário no Ceará. Material e métodos: Foi realizado um estudo transversal observacional quantitativo, no período de março a junho de 2023, com alunos dos quatro primeiros anos de um curso de Medicina em um Centro Universitário no estado do Ceará. Além de dados demográficos, havia perguntas relacionadas ao emprego de métodos de estudo ativo e sua percepção de eficiência. O projeto foi aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa da Instituição. Resultados: Foram analisadas 379 respostas. A maioria estava no quinto ao sétimo semestre (53,8%). Cerca de 72% conheciam os métodos ativos de estudo, mas 51,5% não havia recebido orientações sobre o assunto durante a graduação. As técnicas de estudo mais e menos utilizadas foram identificadas, e os alunos possuíam preferência por utilização de técnicas passivas de estudo. Conclusão: Há uma desconexão entre a utilização de técnicas ativas e passivas de estudo. Muitos ainda adotam abordagens menos eficientes (técnicas passivas) e carecem de conhecimento sobre métodos ativos. Conhecer sobre recordação ativa na formação médica poderia permitir maior retenção de conhecimento dos discentes.
Análise dos pacientes com vitiligo em fototerapia em hospital de referência no Distrito Federal
Authors: Name Patrícia Kimura de Lima , Thomé Camilla Gatto de Oliveira , Cavalcanti Caroline Barreto
Published: March 2024

O vitiligo é uma doença crônica adquirida de etiologia desconhecida caracterizada por manchas acrômicas pelo corpo, que surgem devido à perda progressiva de melanócitos. A fototerapia é utilizada como tratamento nos casos em que há acometimento de mais de 20% da área de superfície corporal ou após falha terapêutica com corticoides tópicos. O objetivo deste estudo foi traçar o perfil epidemiológico dos pacientes com vitiligo tratados com fototerapia em hospital de referência no Distrito Federal e analisar as características desse tratamento. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, retrospectivo, do tipo série de casos, realizado a partir da análise de prontuários no período de 2012 a 2019. Foram incluídos 55 pacientes, sendo 74,5% do sexo feminino, com faixa etária predominante entre 31 e 40 anos. Todos os pacientes utilizaram a modalidade UVB durante duas vezes por semana, em dias não consecutivos, na dose inicial de 200 mJ/cm². Desses, 30,9% apresentaram algum efeito adverso, sendo o eritema o mais prevalente. A análise do perfil epidemiológico é importante para auxiliar na decisão terapêutica. Este estudo sugere que mais sessões, em pacientes jovens, possam contribuir para o sucesso da repigmentação da pele com vitiligo, porém são necessários mais estudos para elencar outras hipóteses sobre as variáveis que podem influenciar no tratamento desses pacientes.
A importância do diagnóstico precoce na Síndrome de Jacobsen: Uma revisão sistemática de literatura
Authors: Oliveira Rebeca Santos , Santos Faber Neves , Rocha Rodrigo Benigno Santos , Dias Melyssa Matos de Castro Lima
Published: March 2024

A síndrome de Jacobsen é uma síndrome genética contígua baseada na deleção terminal do braço longo do cromossomo 11, que foi definida pela primeira vez por Jacobsen em 1973. Caracteriza-se por aneusomia segmentar e monossomia devido à deleção da região terminal 11q23, sendo sugerido que a deleção de genes tem um efeito cumulativo no prognóstico da doença. Esta síndrome é considerada rara, pois, tem uma baixa incidência na população em geral de aproximadamente 1 em 100.000 nascimentos. A suspeita clinica se faz por atraso psicomotor, dismorfismo facial típico, atraso do crescimento e trombocitopenia. Distúrbios cardiovasculares, renais, gastrointestinais e genitourinários podem coexistir. O diagnóstico da síndrome de Jacobsen, na suspeita clínica, é realizado por estudo citogenético. Diante das doenças associadas, é crucial que seja feito um diagnóstico precoce, pois esse pode interferir no prognóstico do paciente. Posto isto, o presente artigo possui como objetivo geral identificar os sinais clínicos para detecção precoce da Síndrome de Jacobsen através de uma revisão sistemática de literatura. Foi realizado a pesquisa com 09 artigos, sendo identificado uma escassez de pesquisas na área, corroborando com a hipótese dos pesquisadores. Por se tratar de uma doença rara, a qual carece de estudos e, consequentemente, poucos profissionais possuem o conhecimento sobre a síndrome, dificultando o diagnóstico e tratamento precoce das condições associadas.
Fatores associados ao autocuidado entre universitários negros e negras
Authors: Coelho Ana Paula Santos , Oliveira Daniela Sousa , Bandeira Lorena Sena , Fernandes Emanuella Soares Fraga , Marques Gabriela Cardoso Moreira , Guimarães Cláudia Franco
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Analisar os fatores associados ao autocuidado entre estudantes universitários negros(as) de uma universidade pública do interior da Bahia. Método: É um estudo transversal com coleta de dados primários realizado com 227 estudantes do curso de pedagogia que se autodeclaram negros. Os instrumentos utilizados na coleta de dados foram: um questionário sobre o perfil sociodemográfico, um questionário que aborda questões referentes ao comportamento de saúde e a escala de promoção da saúde de Nola Pender. Resultados: Evidenciou-se as seguintes associações: os (as) universitários (as) que disseram que se alimentam melhor, são os que mais cuidam da sua saúde, segundo a escala (p=0,046); e aqueles que se exercitam mais, cuidam mais da sua saúde quando comparados com aqueles que se exercitam menos (p= 0,006). Conclusão: Pode-se inferir que os(as) estudantes universitários (as), negros(as), mesmo diante da rotina corrida têm compreendido a importância do autocuidado adotando práticas benéficas para a sua saúde.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE TRAINING OF CIVIL SERVANTS IN UKRAINE
Authors: LOPUSHYNSKYI IVAN , ARABCHUK YAROSLAV , BILOTSKYI OLEKSANDR , OZMINSKA IRYNA , STRUK NATALIIA , ANDREEV VASYL
Published: March 2024

Modern conditions for the development of statehood place high demands on the formation of a highly professional corps of state and municipal employees. One of the priority areas is the innovative education of high-quality, highly qualified and competitive young personnel. The innovative orientation of personnel policy in the public service system involves the development of professional qualities of the state personnel corps in order to bring them into line with the renewed tasks of the state in managing transforming social relations. The article examines the problems and challenges in the field of training civil servants in Ukraine. Based on analysis of the experience of developed countries, as well as taking into account modern realities and prospects for the civil service, directions for improving pedagogical technologies for training civil servants in Ukraine are proposed.
INTEGRATED GIS TECHNIQUES FOR LAND SUITABILITY ASSESSMENT IN SOUTHERN IDAHO FOR SPRING WHEAT
Authors:   Department of Plant Sciences  University of Idaho  Moscow-83843, ID, USA, Akter Asia , Suhrah Ali Samiha ,   Department of Soil and Water Systems  University of Idaho  Moscow-83843, ID, USA, Arfania Hamed ,   Department of Soil and Water Systems  University of Idaho  Moscow-83843, ID, USA
Published: March 2024

The accurate evaluation of land suitability for special agriculture production plays an important role to decrease the negative environmental impacts. The current study aimed to apply GIS techniques for analyzing land suitability to wheat production in 5474.27 ha of semi-arid regions of Bingham and Bonneville counties of southern Idaho. This research used the Idaho West State Plane projection for the least distorted projection for its investigation. "Convert feature class to feature class" and "copy raster" procedures were used to ensure that all required data layers are stored in the active database. DEM data was gathered in the form of multiple rasters and then turned into a single mosaic dataset so that all of the data are converted to a single mosaic dataset. The results indicated that Bingham County is more suitable for wheat than Bonneville County. A change in irrigation, cropping pattern, rotation, and land use type of Bonneville County might be helpful to increase its wheat production. It was concluded that integrating GIS techniques could be an accurate and effective method for better land use planning and management for agriculture productions.