bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A new chapter of healthy indoor air: antiviral air treatments
Authors: Glas Irina , David Shannon C
Published: November 2023

Aerosol transmission remains a major challenge for the control of respiratory viruses. To date, prevention strategies include masks, vaccinations, physical distancing, travel restrictions, and lockdowns. Such measures are effective but come with heavy societal burdens and rely on public compliance. Additionally, most are simply not suitable as long‐term measures. Other strategies evolve around the concept of improved indoor air quality and involve ventilation, relative humidity (RH) control, and air filtration. Unfortunately, natural ventilation increases exposure to airborne pollutants and vector‐borne diseases, and incurs substantial energy losses in colder months. Mechanical ventilation concepts, including regular air changes and filtration, are effective but costly, and often require expensive engineering solutions and widespread renovations. Alternative options to reduce the spread of emerging and seasonal infections are sorely needed. In this issue of EMBO Molecular Medicine, Styles et al (2023) describe the use of propylene glycol (PG) to inactivate infectious bioaerosols and virus‐containing droplets deposited on surfaces.
Issues and Functions of Code-switching in Studies on Popular Culture: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Nazri Siti Nur Atikah , Kassim Asiah
Published: November 2023

Code-switching is a linguistic phenomenon often associated with the architecture of discourse varieties. A good number of studies in the bilingual and multilingual contexts have zoomed in on the use of code-switching primarily analysing its roles and functions in varied discourse settings. This paper highlights and reviews code-switching in studies of which the scope is its usage in popular culture, with the aims to explore the most frequently discussed issues in the realm of code-switching used in popular culture and the functions of code-switching that are central to discourse depicted in various genres of popular culture. Grounded on the “Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses” (PRISMA), a systematic literature review was extensively conducted in researching code-switching studies in five major databases - ScienceDirect; SCOPUS; SpringerLink; Taylor & Francis; and Web of Science - with search strings that are the combinations of code-switching and 11 keywords related to popular culture. Findings revealed that identity, constructions of meaning, persuasiveness in advertisements and language styles are the most commonly cited issues discussed in the literature. While referential, directive, expressive, metalinguistic, and poetic functions serve, among others as instruments for speech accommodation, expressions of emotions and language as well as identity demarcation. Deductions constructed from this systematic review illustrate the complex and versatile qualities of code-switching depicted in studies conducted within the sphere of popular culture, thus rendering some insights into the area of interpersonal and social discourses.
Por sus tesis los conoceréis: Contribuciones a los Estudios Latinoamericanos desde el Colegio de Estudios Latinoamericanos (CELA-UNAM)
Authors: Orduña Carson Miguel , Pérez Gerardo Diana Roselly
Published: November 2023

El propósito de este artículo es analizar las contribuciones que se han hecho al campo de los Estudios Latinoamericanos desde la licenciatura que se imparte en la Facultad de Filosofía y Letras, de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). A partir de un análisis cuantitativo y cualitativo de los trabajos de titulación que se presentaron entre 1974 y 2020, esta investigación señala los intereses y preocupaciones que han dirigido dichos análisis. Para ello, se abordan las tensiones teóricas y epistemológicas, los debates sobre el enfoque multidisciplinario, además de la incidencia que los procesos políticos y sociales de la región han tenido sobre los temas, países y temporalidades abordados. A partir de esto, se muestran algunas especificidades de este programa académico que lleva más de medio siglo formando especialistas en América Latina desde México.
Lawfare y populismo punitivo: las dos caras en América Latina
Authors: Sáenz-Solís Jesús
Published: November 2023

Los sistemas de justicia en América Latina han sufrido una serie de transformaciones en los años recientes. Esto ha implicado un mayor protagonismo de los jueces y juezas en decisiones con alto impacto dentro del sistema político. En este contexto, se ha generado el auge de dos fenómenos: el lawfare y el populismo punitivo.

El lawfare representa la aplicación de medios judiciales de manera arbitraria para la eliminación y anulación de los adversarios políticos. Este fenómeno en América Latina ha tenido principalmente, impacto en los sectores de corte progresistas, los cuales han sido censurados por impulsar una serie de reformas que modifican la estructura social y económica regional.

Por otra parte, el populismo punitivo es una corriente que plantea el uso de las herramientas judiciales en el sistema penitenciario promoviendo las políticas de “mano dura” con el fin de obtener un rédito político. Estas han generado principalmente, un debilitamiento de las garantías procesales en el nivel regional y la criminalización de los sectores en mayor condición de vulnerabilidad.

Ante esto se plantea que ambos fenómenos tienen profundas raíces culturales y políticas, y que forman parte de un solo continuo articulado al que se propone llamar como el momento punitivista. Este concepto pretende evidenciar la relación entre las problemáticas planteadas y como se han profundizado las condiciones de exclusión y represión mediante los sistemas judiciales orientado a dos sectores: a los más pobres y a quienes los defiendan.
Enzymatic Treatment of Cotton Fabric for Desizing
Authors: Rafikov Adham S. , Fayzullaeva Kamola , Shonakhunov Tulkin E. , Soyibova Dilnoza B. Qizi , Yasinskaya Nataliya N.
Published: November 2023

The possibility of softening the conditions of biochemical treatment to remove the sizing agent from the surface of the fibers in the preparation of cotton fabric for dyeing has been studied. The efficiency of the α-amylase enzyme was evaluated by the amount of sugars reduced in the modifying solution, as well as by the capillarity of the samples of the treated fabrics. The enzyme used is active towards starch starting from a low concentration (0.02 g/l) and low temperature (32°C). The effect of enzyme concentration from 0.02 to 6.0 g/l, solution pH from 4.5 to 8.5, temperature from 32 to 60°C on the amount of sugars in the solution after enzymatic treatment, and fabric capillarity was determined. Almost complete removal of sizing from the surface of fibers of the original fabric was achieved under moderate and mild processing conditions: α-amylase concentration 1.0÷5.0 g/l, pH=6.0÷7.0, temperature 50-55°C. Based on the dependence of the logarithm of the reaction rate on the reciprocal temperature, the activation energy of the desizing reaction was calculated, which turned out to be equal to E = 17.5 kJ/mol. The low activation energy shows that the desizing process is carried out under energetically favorable conditions with moderate heating. The surface morphology of treated and untreated samples of cotton fabric was studied by scanning electron microscopy. The removal of the adhesive substance from the surface of the fibers, the separation of individual fibers, and the smoothing of the fabric surface after treatment with an amylase solution were recorded.
Case study – Physical and virtual exercises in aging
Authors: Sporkens-Magna Thaís , Scudeletti Luiz Rogério , Silva Rodrigues Luiz Guilherme , Fonseca Brandão Alexandre , Remo Ferreira Brega José , Teixeira Fernandes Paula
Published: November 2023

Virtual reality is already considered an innovative method in the process of rehabilitation and motivation of elderly people in adhering to conventional interventions and in the practice of physical exercises. There are several benefits achieved in this population using Virtual Reality and physical exercise, among which we highlight: balance, muscle strength, gait and cognitive function.
Objective: to compare the evolution of cognitive (executive function), physical (gait, balance and lower limb strength) and emotional factors (satisfaction with life and quality of life) in 5 months of intervention, relating the practice of physical exercise with Virtual Reality.
Methods: Two elderly people, 80 and 85 years old (male and female), were recruited for this pilot study, who performed the following procedures: eMaps virtual stationary gait software (StreetView) and stretching, relaxation and walking activities. The instruments used in both applications (initial time and after 5 months) were: Questionnaires for the identification and exclusion of dementias (identification form, Mini Mental State Examination, and Dementia Scale, Physical Performance Test, Stroop Test, Life Satisfaction Scale and Inventory of Attitudes Related to Technology.
Results: The association of virtual physical exercise and conventional physical exercise increased executive function by 38.5%, mobility, balance, lower limb strength by 20.55%, life satisfaction by 12.5% ​​and the relationship with technology by 13.5%.
Conclusion: We emphasize the importance of using Virtual Reality associated with conventional physical exercise in promoting healthy aging, enhancing the physical and emotional skills of the elderly.
New Records for the Liverwort and Hornwort Flora of Vietnam, 3
Authors: Pócs T.
Published: November 2023

Pierre Tixier deposited a large amount of bryophyte collections, including epiphylls, in the Cryptogamic Herbarium of the Natural History Museum in Paris (PC). A very large part of his valuable epiphyllous specimens collected between 1957 and 1965 in the southern half of Vietnam remained unidentified. Based on study of a small portion of these collections, 44 species are reported including six new to the country (Dendroceros subplanus, Ceratolejeunea singapurensis, Cheilolejeunea rigidula, Cololejeunea angulata, C. stephanii and Thysananthus aculeatus). Ceratolejeunea and Dendroceros are genera new to Vietnam.
Surveillance of mycotoxin contaminants and mycotoxigenic fungi in agricultural produce
Authors: Takooree Sandhya Devi , Mamode Ally Nooreen , Bibi Ameerkhan Ajjmeerah , Ranghoo-Sanmukhiya Vijayanti Mala , Duchenne-Moutien Ramona Anaëlle , Neetoo Hudaa
Published: November 2023

Food crops, including vegetables, are prone to attack by pathogenic and mycotoxigenic fungi and represent a food safety and public health risk. The study aimed to detect and quantify mycotoxins in vegetables widely consumed in Mauritius. Diseased samples of garlic, onion, potato, pumpkin and tomato were collected post-harvest. Following microscopic identification of the suspect pathogen(s), samples were tested for mycotoxins by ELISA. Results demonstrated a high mean level of citrinin in garlic (5,448.6 μg/kg) and ochratoxin in onion (9.25 μg/kg), which exceeded the permissible limits, thus pointing to potential health risks associated with the consumption of these vegetables.
Public Willingness to Raise Transportation Revenues, Priorities for Transportation Spending, and Preferences for Types of Transportation Revenues: Evidence from Montana’s Billings and Missoula Small Urban Areas
Authors: Hamre Andrea , Fisher Jonathan , Kack David
Published: November 2023

This project analyzed public willingness to raise transportation revenues, public priorities for transportation spending, and public preferences for transportation revenue types using recent household travel surveys for the small urban areas of Billings and Missoula. The share of the public willing to pay more taxes or fees for transportation improvements was 44% in Billings and 36% in Missoula (including neutral or undecided responses). This level of public support for increased transportation revenues is perhaps higher than generally perceived by leaders reluctant to publicly support a gas tax increase. Our results regarding transportation spending priorities are consistent with the prioritization of preserving existing transportation assets. Maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure received the most support of transportation spending options in both the Billings and Missoula survey samples. Our results regarding the preferred type of transportation revenue mechanism (available only for Missoula) suggested that a plurality of the sample (35% including neutral or undecided responses) preferred a $0.02 per gallon increase in fuel taxes to other options (such as an increase in sales or property taxes). Together, our results suggest a public willingness to more adequately fund transportation investments, a preference for spending on existing transportation assets, and a preference for more direct road user charges over less direct alternatives.
Approaches for the preparation of dense ceramics and sintering aids for Sr/Mg doped lanthanum gallate: focus review
Authors:   Institute of High–Temperature Electrochemistry, Gordeev Egor V. , Porotnikova Natalia M. ,   Institute of High–Temperature Electrochemistry
Published: November 2023

This review focuses on Sr/Mg doped lanthanum gallate and its use as a dense electrolyte for medium-temperature solid oxide electrochemical devices. Methods for synthesizing the material are discussed, including techniques that lower the temperature required to attain a single-phase crystalline structure. The effects of secondary phases and grain size on conductivity of ceramics are also investigated. Moreover, the techniques used for compacting electrolyte powder and reducing energy expenses, as well as the impacts of sintering aids on ceramic properties, are analyzed. The potential advantages and disadvantages of the proposed alterations to generate an electrolyte from doped lanthanum gallate are evaluated.
Desafios e dilemas da proteção de dados pessoais na era da cultura algorítmica
Authors: Abrantes Paula Cotrim de
Published: November 2023

A cultura algorítmica apresenta à sociedade dilemas e desafios que devem ser enfrentados, conhecidos e compartilhados. As pessoas precisam estar cientes de como seus dados são coletados, tratados, armazenados, compartilhados e algoritmizados. Este artigo, sob o ponto de vista da Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD) e de o utras legislações, discute questões relativas à proteção de dados pessoais à luz da algoritmização social pela inteligência artificial (IA). Concomitantemente, aborda a transparência algorítmica, soluções tecnológicas para a proteção de dados pessoais e re gulamentações sobre o tema. Tecnologias de anonimização de dados também são discutidas e detalhadas. O objetivo é explorar os principais desafios e dilemas relacionados à proteção de dados pessoais no contexto da cultura algorítmica. Por meio de uma metodo logia exploratória e dedutiva foi possível destacar algumas tecnologias voltadas para proteger dados pessoais, como também proporcionar maior equidade aos algoritmos de IA.
On the value of publicly funded Science in Argentina
Authors: Debat Humberto
Published: November 2023

Economic crises have triggered a surge in liberal discourses in the region, with a notable emergence of an anachronistic far-right movement espousing anti-rights, denialist, and neoliberal ideologies. Notably, Brazil's experience stands out, where Bolsonarism made significant inroads against the country's scientific sector through budget cuts, hostility towards researchers, and anti-science rhetoric, resulting in a dramatic impact on the nation's scientific and technological landscape. Under the leadership of Jair Bolsonaro, this agenda of rejecting scientific knowledge had a grim impact during the pandemic. Currently, Javier Milei, a presidential candidate on the upcoming Argentinian ballotage, regards Bolsonaro as a reference, sharing the ideological baggage of the Brazilian denialist. This trend is not immune to the global rise of disinformation campaigns aimed at discrediting scientific consensus and evidence-based policies. In line with scenarios in other parts of the world, Argentina has witnessed significant growth in anti-science movements in recent years, driven by a strong reliance on social media. These movements deny and discredit scientific consensus, clinical trials, and academic articles. We have observed direct attacks on prestigious institutions within our science and technology system, such as the National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET), based on the distortion of research findings, particularly in the social sciences, or through the dissemination of fake news on social media. In some cases, these attacks occurred within the context of budget cuts to the R&D system. Here I address a threat to the future of Argentinian science in the context of the forthcoming presidential elections, highlighting the importance of publicly funded science.
Determination of the Efficiency of Moringa Leaf Extract Treatments on Seedling Vigor in Marigold
Authors: ÖZMEN Kübra , UZUNOĞLU Fulya , ERĞAN Emine , MAVİ Kazım
Published: November 2023

The effect of different planting depths on emergence characteristics was investigated in this study carried out using seeds of Marigold (Tagetes patula) collected from nature. In addition, the most effective dose that can be used in priming treatments was tried to be determined by examining the effects of moringa leaf extract treatments applied at different doses in terms of emergence rate, emergence time, survival seedling rate, true leaf emergence time, emergence speed index, coefficient of velocity of emergence and vigor index values. After the T test, it was determined that different planting depth treatments created statistically significant differences especially in the survival seedling rate. It has been observed that the fact that the planting is exposed causes an increase in the survival seedlings rate. In addition, following hydropriming and moringa treatments, the highest seedling emergence rate at both planting depths was achieved with hydropriming and moringa leaf extract (4 g L-1) treatment. Moreover, moringa leaf extract (8 g L-1) treatments exhibited the earliest emergence compared to other treatments. All treatment groups were statistically different compared to the control group in terms of emergence speed index, coefficient of velocity of emergence and vigor index values in both planting depths, and HP and M3 treatments were the treatment groups that gave the best results. As a result of the study, it has been determined that surface sowing can be recommended in marigold cultivation and moringa treatments improve the emergence characteristics.
Digital Truth-making Among the New Chinese Online Fandom Nationalists: Between Online Popular Culture and Political Participation
Authors: Song Chenyang
Published: November 2023

In recent years, the rise of digital populist and/or nationalist movement and the post-truth phenomenon have affected the political landscapes of many countries, including China. This article focuses on how pop-cultural practices and practices of political participation intertwine in the digital truth-making process of Chinese online “fandom nationalists”. Using over one year of ethnographic mixed-methods data analysis following relevant hashtags and chat groups, I illustrate the truth-making practices of these online users and their clear preference for information with ideological affinities. I argue that the social media affordances allow Chinese online fandom nationalists to create various forms of strong synergies between pop-/fandom-cultural and political practices that provide an ideal ground for the propagation of certain political truths while simultaneously suppressing/hiding the truths of others.
Some Aspects of the Forensic Study of an Underage Victims Personality in Crimes Against Sexual Freedom and Integrity
Authors: Vardanyan Akop , Foygel Elena
Published: November 2023

One of the priorities of modern criminal policy is counteracting crimes against sexual freedom and integrity of minors, which is especially relevant in view of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation announcing the Decade of Motherhood and Childhood.
The authors state that the detection of such crimes is hindered by their latent character due to the victims’ fear of making their intimate life public, as well as the age-related features of juveniles and minors. The official statistical reports on the number of registered crimes against sexual freedom and integrity of minors and the number of identified underage victims mentioned in the article are alarming and testify to the necessity of developing scientifically grounded recommendations on intensifying the counteraction to such crimes. The head of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation also stresses that counteracting crimes against minors is a priority in the work of investigative bodies.
The authors analyze the theoretical basis of recommendations in the works of scholars devoted both to the complex research of forensically relevant characteristics of the personality of an underage victim, and the research of its specific aspects, which helped to identify a system of personal features and conditions of the victim as a source of forensically relevant information reflected in the mechanism of the crime, and to single out investigative situations typical for the initial stage of investigating crimes against sexual freedom and integrity of minors. These investigative situations characterize the following conditions of investigating the crimes under consideration: the availability of information on the participants of the criminal event, their relationships, criminal actions, ways of concealing the crime and other measures aimed at counteracting the investigation.
The analysis of the empirical basis of the research, namely, the results of studying criminal cases and statistical reports, allowed the authors to work out tactical solutions for organizing and carrying out the investigation in each of the specified investigative situations, the recommendations on establishing the psychological contact with the participants of investigative actions, as well as on dealing with organizational, procedural and operative-search problems.
Real-time gypsum quality estimation in an industrial calciner: A neural network-based approach
Authors: Jacobs M. , Taylor R-D. , Conradie F.H. , van der Merwe A.F.
Published: November 2023

Total bound moisture (TBM) is a typical quality indicator of industrial-grade gypsum. This gypsum is comprised of three distinct phases, namely anhydrite, dihydrate, and hemihydrate, of which only the latter is of much industrial use. TBM analysis is a lengthy laboratory procedure, and an artificial neural network (ANN) TBM inference measurement is proposed as a fast and online alternative. An ANN inference model for gypsum TBM based on plant data was developed. The inputs to the network were primarily focused on the plant's calciner, and different network topologies, data divisions, and transfer functions were investigated. Furthermore, the applicability of the TBM value as a quality indicator was investigated based on a gypsum phase analysis. A strong correlation between TBM and the gypsum hemihydrate and anhydrite content was found, validating the plant target TBM of 5.8% as a quality indicator. A network topology consisting of one hidden layer with logarithmic-sigmoid (logsig) and pure linear (purelin) transfer functions showed the best performance (R > 90%).
Efficacy of four anti-vascular endothelial growth factor agents and laser treatment for retinopathy of prematurity: A network meta-analysis
Authors: Xu Yufei , Deng Guohua , Zhang Jun , Zhu Jie , Liu Zhinan , Xu Fan , Zhou Dong
Published: November 2023

This study undertakes a comprehensive comparison of five different interventions for the treatment of type-1 retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and aggressive posterior ROP (APROP), offering insights into their relative efficacies and contributing to better clinical decision making. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of intravitreal aflibercept (IVA), intravitreal bevacizumab (IVB), intravitreal conbercept (IVC), intravitreal ranibizumab (IVR), and laser therapy in treating these conditions. We conducted a search for relevant randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in databases, namely, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Ovid, focusing on these five treatment modalities for ROP. The quality of the included studies was evaluated using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Assessment Tool, and data analysis was performed using STATA software. The results from our network meta-analysis (NMA) indicated that IVA significantly prolonged the interval between initial treatment and relapse in patients, with a surface under the cumulative ranking curve (SUCRA) value of 99.1%. Additionally, patients in the IVB group had a significantly higher spherical equivalent refraction (SER) after surgery, with a SUCRA value of 84.4%. Furthermore, IVR was the most effective in reducing the duration of peripheral retinal vascularization, with a SUCRA value of 95.6%. However, no statistically significant differences were found in relapse rates among the five treatment options. Our analysis concludes that intravitreal injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) drug monotherapy generally offer better outcomes than laser treatment for ROP. Nonetheless, additional RCTs are necessary to further evaluate the safety of anti-VEGF agents.
Relación entrenador-atleta y percepción de cohesión de equipo en jóvenes deportistas brasileños
Authors: Freire Gabriel Lucas Morais , Santos Mauro Moreira dos , Batista Roseana Pacheco Reis , Oliveira Daniel Vicentini de , Sousa Vinicius da Cruz , Nascimento Junior José Roberto Andrade do
Published: November 2023

Este estudio transversal analizó la percepción de cohesión de equipo y la calidad de la relación entrenador-atleta entre 301 estudiantes atletas brasileños, de 14 a 17 años, que compitieron en la fase estatal de los juegos escolares de Pernambuco 2016. Los datos se recogieron mediante cuestionarios de entorno grupal y de relación entrenador-atleta. Los datos se analizaron mediante las pruebas de Kolmogorov-Smirnov y Mann-Whitney (p<0.05). Los resultados mostraron que niños y niñas puntuaron alto en cohesión de equipo, aunque los niños puntuaron más alto en la Tarea de Integración Grupal (p<0.05), así como en todas las dimensiones de la relación entrenador-atleta (p<0.05). Los deportistas de fútbol sala y voleibol destacan por puntuar más bajo o más alto en variables específicas en comparación con otros deportes. En conclusión, la calidad de la relación entrenador-atleta puede ser un factor que interviene en la percepción de la cohesión de grupo en el deporte escolar.
Deberes cívicos versus deberes religiosos. Cuestionando el carácter secular y pluralista del Estado colombiano a través de la jurisprudencia relacionada con los Testigos de Jehová
Authors: Sarrazin Jean Paul , Redondo Saira Pilar
Published: November 2023

El objetivo de este artículo es analizar los argumentos mediante los cuales la Corte Constitucional de Colombia ha fallado en contra de integrantes de la Iglesia Testigos de Jehová, quienes se niegan a realizar «actos cívicos» por considerarlos como «adoración». Para la Corte, dicha interpretación es inadmisible, por lo cual señala la necesidad de distinguir lo religioso y lo cívico, al mismo tiempo que reafirma la importancia de participar en actos «de amor y veneración a la patria». Mediante una metodología cualitativa, los argumentos esgrimidos por el alto tribunal son analizados a la luz de recientes teorías de las ciencias sociales sobre la religión y la secularización. Se concluye que los fallos de la Corte, basados en una cuestión semántica aparentemente anodina, reflejan concepciones obsoletas y muy debatibles sobre la religión y la secularidad, al igual que evidencian inesperadas limitaciones a la libertad religiosa y demuestran la imposición de una cosmovisión estatal. Todo ello permite cuestionar el carácter secular y pluralista del Estado colombiano.
La confianza política en territorios disparejos. Democracia subnacional, territorialidad estatal subjetiva y confianza en las elecciones en América Latina
Authors: Monsiváis-Carrillo Alejandro
Published: November 2023

En el estudio de la confianza en las instituciones políticas muchas veces se da por sentado que las personas que viven en un mismo país están expuestas a un grado similar de calidad institucional en todo el territorio nacional. Este artículo argumenta, en cambio, que las diferencias en el desempeño institucional en el plano subnacional condicionan la confianza ciudadana en las instituciones del régimen. Este argumento se somete a prueba mediante un análisis de la confianza en las elecciones en quince democracias latinoamericanas. El análisis muestra que la uniformidad subnacional de la democracia y la exposición individual a la presencia territorial del Estado se asocian positivamente con la confianza electoral. El análisis revela, asimismo, que la confianza en las elecciones depende de la interacción entre la uniformidad subnacional de la democracia y la experiencia individual con alcance territorial del Estado. Los hallazgos sugieren que las disparidades institucionales al interior de los países desempeñan un papel clave en la formación de la confianza política.
Reporte de caso: controlador élite del VIH, seguimiento a 15 años
Authors: Cuases-Guzman Pedro Deyvid , Eraso-Quintero Maritza Daniela , Castillo-Cañon Julieth Carolina , Beltran-Lopez Maria Alejandra
Published: November 2023

Un grupo pequeño de pacientes con VIH, que no recibe terapia antirretroviral, presenta niveles bajos de viremia, recuentos de células CD4+ normales o ligeramente aumentadas, valores normales de actividad inmunológica y una progresión lenta hacia el estado de SIDA. Ya que en Colombia no se han publicado estudios al respecto, se presenta el caso de un controlador élite de 69 años atendido en una institución de salud de la ciudad de Pasto (Colombia), con diagnóstico de VIH desde 1998 y con cargas virales indetectables. Presentó, además, hepatitis C en 2019 y tuberculosis latente en 2017. Actualmente presenta indetectabilidad del virus, sin compromiso inmunológico. La prevalencia de los controladores élite es baja y se consideran casos de interés dado que en ellos podrían encontrarse opciones de prevención y curación de la enfermedad.
Humanismo y Medicina: ¿un desencuentro forzado?
Authors: Jaimes-Barragán Fabián Alberto
Published: November 2023

Frecuentemente vemos mezclados los términos medicina y humanismo en diferentes versiones y significados: «humanizar la medicina», «las humanidades en medicina», «medicina más humana» o «medicina humanizada», entre muchos otros. Sin embargo, aunque tengan similitudes textuales, creo que la propuesta que subyace en la mayoría de esas aproximaciones es confusa, en el mejor de los casos, o claramente equivocada, en cuanto pretende enseñar las humanidades para la práctica de la medicina. En este ensayo quiero mostrar que hay una idea de humanismo que es naturalmente intrínseca e indisoluble con la práctica de la medicina, cuya praxis debe entenderse como una «pedagogía de la curación». Para esto, mostraré en una primera parte las definiciones de las categorías ontológicas que nos permiten ser y estar en el mundo, luego intentaré definir el humanismo a partir de lo que ha sido históricamente y de lo que no es, en sentido pragmático, para finalmente mostrar la confluencia de medicina y humanismo en una propuesta que debe reconocer la comunicación con y la interpretación de «el ser humano/paciente».
Nursing guidelines for caregivers of children with congenital heart disease after discharge: Integrative Review
Authors: Alves Machado Amazonas Bruna , Guerreiro Vieira da Silva Denise Maria , De Souza Ribeiro Maria de Nazaré
Published: November 2023

Objective. To identify the nursing guidelines for caregivers of children with congenital heart disease (CHD) after hospital discharge.

Methods. This is an integrative literature review of articles published between 2016 and 2022. In order to select the studies, the controlled descriptors “Nursing Care”, “Nursing”, “Heart Defects, Congenital”, “Caregivers” and “Child” were used in four scientific databases – LILACS, SCIELO, PUBMED and BDENF.

Results. The current integrative literature review analyzed 11 articles from the original sample. The main nursing care issues are those related to nutrition, oral health, leisure and physical activity, care with medication and the surgical wound, as well as the need to offer support to these children’s families. The authors emphasize that nurses are present at various moments in a child’s life, including at birth, but the approach to CHD is scarce in their basic training as nurses, as well as in their professional practice, and there is a shortage of continuing education proposals for the care of children with CHD.

Conclusion. The study showed that nursing guidelines are focused on basic care and family support for these children. Lastly, this study highlighted the important role of nurses in terms of consolidating guidelines on the care needs of these children.
“I didn't know anything, but I learned over time”: The process of nurses attaining autonomy in Intensive Care Units
Authors: Naranjo Nestor , Florez Inna , Gómez Edna
Published: November 2023

Objective. Understand the social processes experienced by nursing professionals and the meanings underlying autonomy in adult Intensive Care Units in the city of Cartagena (Colombia).

Methods. A qualitative study with a grounded theory approach was conducted. Fifteen semi-structured interviews were carried out with nursing professionals, and the analysis was based on the coding technique proposed by Strauss & Corbin.

Results. Of the respondents, fourteen were female and one was male, with ages ranging from 23 to 57 years. Experience in intensive care units ranged from 1 to 28 years, and none had postgraduate studies. After thematic analysis, the central category was obtained from four categories: adaptation process, applicability of autonomy exercise, building autonomous competence, and limitations to the exercise of autonomy.

Conclusion. Nursing professionals achieve their autonomy through a social process, based on different stages of learning when facing the environment of the units. It is grounded in decision-making and the power to act freely. However, barriers continue to hinder it, including limitations imposed by institutions, protocol-based interventions, social status, and individual differences among professionals
From Dolls to Digital: Mapping Youth Roleplaying Models of Care
Authors: Russell Chelsea
Published: November 2023

The intersection of youth toys and technology has a long history. Kids' toys have often been imagined to "guide" children into successful or empowering directions. Of course, these "guides" are never neutral and in looking at certain toys, can be even understood as "labour". This presentation sets out to, first, map the long relationship youth have to care-play and the virtual. Having established the history of toys of care and youth, I will, then, discuss one of the most salient aspects of care-play today: that of Roblox, specifically the game Adopt Me! Using specific examples of the 'eggs' in Adopt Me! and the action they interpolate from their carers (e.g., kids), I will end with a discussion of the coding of these eggs in relation to the kids they incorporate.
Identification of key miRNAs as regulatory biomarkers of gonadotropins leading to infertility in males
Authors: Oohayyed N. A. , Mohammed M. M. , Al-Rahim A. M. , Al Chalabi R. N. , Shaban S. A. , Suleiman A. A. J.
Published: November 2023

Introduction. Infertility is a highly fatal reproductive system disorder that affects the ability of a couple to reproduce. Over the past decades, a drastic uplift has been recorded in infertility cases among males ranging from 20 to 70 % indicating spermatogenesis impairment.

Aim: to identify key microRNAs (miRNAs) as regulatory biomarkers of gonadotropins involved in dysregulation of fertility-related genes to propose potential therapeutic strategies that would combat the action of oncogenic miRNAs (oncomiRs).

Materials and Methods. Interaction analysis was performed between miRNAs and fertility-related genes namely luteinizing hormone choriogonadotropin receptor (LHCGR), gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor (GnRHR), follicle-stimulating hormone receptor (FSHR) and cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) to identify key miRNAs as regulatory biomarkers of gonadotropins leading to infertility in males.

Results. A total of 10, 13, 31 and 18 strong and potential binding sites were predicted for miRNAs-LHCGR, miRNAs-GnRHR, miRNAs-FSHR, and miRNAs-CFTR respectively employing miRWalk (comprehensive genetic database including miRNA targets) followed by identification of 6, 18, 55 and 17 significant interactions through RNA22. Subsequently shortlisted miRNAs and messenger RNA (mRNA) regions were subjected to Vfold-Pipeline and RNAComposer individually for 3D structure prediction. Additionally molecular docking was carried out between miRNAs and mRNAs models that discovered potential and stable interactions elucidating miR-6880-FSHR(R2) as a highly stable complex with least binding affinity (-566.3) and high confidence score (0.999).

Conclusion. Hence this study proposes key oncomiRs as a diagnostic biomarker and therapeutic target to bring about a promising treatment strategy against male factor infertility. However wet lab investigations are required for further validations of proposed study.
Ethnopharmacology of Assamese Fermented Foods: Traditional Wisdom, Therapeutic Potential, and Evolutionary Insights
Authors: Sarmah Priyam , Sarma Sagarika
Published: November 2023

The migration patterns of humans from various regions over extended periods form the ancestors of the present-day ethnic communities in Assam, a region located in Northeast India. Throughout the process of assimilation, the people of this area developed the skill of fermenting different types of perishable and inedible raw agricultural products into tasty, preserved, and superior foods and drinks pleasing to the senses. Fermented foods have played a crucial role in the cultural and dietary practices of diverse ethnic communities worldwide since ancient times. Particularly in developing countries, their inclusion holds significant importance as it provides a cost-effective method of preserving food while enhancing its nutritional and sensory attributes. The native population of Northeast India, particularly in Assam, has a long-standing tradition of preparing and consuming various smoked, sun-dried, fermented, and salted fish products. This practice, which originated from the astute observations of our ancestors, has resulted in a wide range of fermented food items and beverages that are unique to this region. Among these, Judima, Rice beer, Apong, Jou, Sujen, Khorisa, Kahudi, Napham, Kharoli, Xaj-pani, Chokot, Shidol, and traditional fermented fish products like karati, bordia, and lashim hold significant prominence. These ethnic fermented foods not only influence the local healthcare system but also possess potential therapeutic benefits for disease prevention and managing physiological disorders. The phytochemical constituents present in these fermented foods, individually or in combination, exhibit noteworthy therapeutic potential. The objective of this review is to provide an in-depth understanding of the diverse range of ethnic fermented foods in Northeast India, specifically Assam, their impact on health, and the evolutionary development of their preparation techniques.
Cytotoxicity Effects of Formulated Mangosteen Rind and Grape Seed Extract Against Vero Cells, Breast Cancer and Colon Cancer
Authors: Sekar Sasikala  , Vijayapriya Subramanian  , Kalaivani Ashok Chandrasekar
Published: November 2023

Globally, cancer causes millions of deaths in addition to significant social and economic consequences. Even in cases when the level of tolerated therapy has not been reached to suppress the death rate and shorten the duration of survival for metastatic cancer patients, novel therapeutic strategies are being employed, including medications, biological molecules, and immune-mediated therapies. Traditional medical practices relied heavily on plant-derived natural compositions to treat a variety of illnesses. When science-based "modern" medicine first appeared, it was carefully studied if there was any scientific basis for using natural remedies derived from plants to cure ailments. Scientists continued, however, to search for the scientific foundations of medical plants, herbal remedies, and functional foods. Finding therapeutic plant-based active principles has led to significant advancements in the identification and use of natural chemicals for the treatment of many ailments in recent decades.  Mangosteen rind extract and grape seed extract, both high in antioxidants, were mixed as a formulation to explore the cytotoxic effects on breast and colon cancer. The cytotoxicity of MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 (breast cancer) and HT-29 (colon cancer) was investigated and compared to the standard (Doxorubicin). The findings of the cytotoxicity assays show that the addition of Mangosteen and grape seed extract to MTT assays gradually improved the inhibition of MCF-7, MDA-MB-231, and HT-29 cells. Mangosteen and grape seed extract treatment boosted the fraction of cells undergoing apoptosis in MCF-7, MDA-MB-231, and HT-29 cancer cell lines. Thus, the invitro study results of compounded mangosteen and grape seed extract revealed that they are effective anti-cancer, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant agents.
A Study on “Security of Cyber-Physical Systems in the Cloud”
Authors: P. Ravindra  , S. Vasu  , V. Suresh  , K. Bangaru Lakshmi
Published: November 2023

The existing security models are built with certain assumptions. The solutions like distributed accountability, provable data possession (PDP), Third Party Auditing (TPA) and so on are secure as long as the assumptions hold true. To ensure fool proof security for cloud storage security little research has been made on quantum key cryptography. Since the quantum key distribution is unconditionally secure, we propose a new scheme known as Cloud QKDP (Quantum Key Distribution Protocol for Cloud Computing) which exploits the benefits of quantum mechanisms to secure cloud storage and data dynamics. We consider a case study in which three parties such as cloud server, data owner and trusted client have provably secure communications with our proposed scheme which uses random oracle model. Our empirical study revealed mixture of success and failure rates with private and public clouds respectively.
Evaluating Cardiovascular Changes After a Single Yoga Session: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Ganesan Dayanidy  , Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani  , Meena Ramanathan
Published: November 2023

Aim and objective: This retrospective review of clinical data was done at the School of Yoga Therapy (SYT) (formerly Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education and Research (CYTER)) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV) to determine the cardiovascular (CV) effects of a single yoga session in patients of different medical conditions as well as in normal subjects. Methods: Data of 6026 patients (3962 female, 1880 male, and 184 transgender) who attended yoga therapy sessions at SYT. Heart rate (HR), systolic (SP) and diastolic pressure (DP) had been recorded using non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP) apparatus Participants were undergoing appropriate yoga therapy protocols as per their condition while normal subjects had a general schedule of practice. Results: There were statistically significant reductions (p<0.001) in all the studied CV parameters following the yoga session. Conclusion: There is a healthy reduction in HR, BP, and derived CV indices following a single yoga session. A similar study published earlier in 2013 from SYT (formerly CYTER) has been done with a larger population, and the effect of Yoga therapy on different medical conditions is proved yet again.
Facilitating Veteran Student Success: Experiences from an Accelerated BS Program
Authors: Rolland Roberta Anne , Rossiter Alicia Gill , Morrison-Beedy Dianne
Published: November 2023

Background: Military Veterans (MVs) face unique challenges that are important to recognize when building supportive academic environments. There is a need to broaden our understanding of the diverse student population within academia, requiring us to hear their voices and deduce facilitators and barriers to their academic transition and success.
Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the unique needs of MV students and understand obstacles and facilitators for successful transition and completion for MV students entering a civilian baccalaureate program.
Method: This study was guided by a phenomenological approach; we conducted three focus group interviews with Veteran students (n = 17) and conducted verbatim transcription thematic analysis.
Results: Three themes were identified that impacted student success: (1) military experience prepared me for academic challenges, (2) defining my new role, and (3) no one left behind. Specific exemplars for thematic components to support transitioning into a civilian academic program included incorporating a military liaison for academic guidance and mentoring, acknowledging baseline skills using competency-based cohorts, and facilitating opportunities for connecting with other Veterans.
Conclusion: Preparation of faculty and staff to better understand MV’s specific needs in civilian academic environments is needed.
The Well-Being of Student Veterans: A Feasibility Study Using the Well-Being Inventory in the Academic Setting
Authors: O'Laughlin Madisen , Pearl Treyball Mona , Centi Sophia , McNair Bryan , Trego Lori
Published: November 2023

Background: Veterans are using the Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for post-secondary education more than ever. Military life experiences, including combat deployments and the visible and invisible wounds from their time in the service, affect Student Veterans’ (SV) well-being and may complicate their transition to a student role and the road to academic success.
Aim: The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the educational well-being among SV. A secondary aim was to determine the feasibility of measuring well-being in SV with the Well-Being Inventory (WBI), a validated tool that measures four domains of well-being in veterans: (1) vocation, (2) health, (3) financial, and (4) social well-being.
Methods: In this cross-sectional pilot study, the WBI was completed by SV (N = 58) via an electronic survey platform. The status, functioning, and satisfaction of the domains of well-being were scored. Correlational statistics were calculated to detect relationships of educational well-being with vocation, work, health, financial, and social well-being domains.
Results: Educational well-being was associated with vocation, work, health, and social well-being. SV exhibited the least well-being in the financial and health domains.
Conclusions: Academic settings that offer support to SV in relation to their vocation, work, health, and social well-being may enhance SV academic success.