bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Study on Governor Lee Hyung-sang's Perception of Jeju
Authors:   Society for Jeju Studies, Lee Jin-Young
Published: September 2023

Byeong-wa Lee Hyeong-sang (甁窩 李衡祥, 1653~1733), remembered by Jeju, is the
first person to be mentioned in discussing the identity of Jeju, and is a person who is
both respected and hated. During his tenure of just over a year, he reported as many as
21 “Janggye” to the king, intending to completely change Jeju from its origin. This paper
focuses on the great influence he had on Jeju, and tries to discuss the motivation
through the question of 'for what'.
As a result of examining the other side of various projects he conducted in Jeju and
reading according to their context, the perceptions that 'JejuSam-eup is the most
important area for national defense' and 'Jeju Sam-eup is geographically a territory of
Joseon dynasty, however did not have identity of it.' were confirmed. However, it is
unreasonable to point out these two as the motivation, as this was a perception shared
by previous and later local government officials as well. Therefore, as a result of
inferring the basic layers of these two perceptions mentioned above, he, as a member of
the royal family, intended to subjugate JejuSam-eup, which is a part of Joseon dynasty,
but did not have an identity of it, as a part of its territory and also as a complete
subject of Joseon dynasty on behalf of the king [Sukjong]. It would be the most
appropriate to consider that he had done a great reformation in such a short time.
Capacity Building and Women Leadership in Kenya Political Elective Positions
Authors: Wainaina Wilfred , Iravo Mike , Wanjala Muchelule
Published: September 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the role of capacity building on women leadership in Kenya political elective positions.

Methodology: A mixed method research design was adopted with a positivism philosophy approach. A simple random sampling method was applied to select a representative sample of the study. The target population comprised of 172 women elected in National Assembly and Senate.  Primary data was collected through open ended questionnaires and secondary data was collected through published records. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25.0 was used to facilitate data analysis process.  The collected data was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics to draw conclusions.

Results: The inferential statistics results revealed a positive and significant relationship between capacity building and inclusion of women in the elective positions in Kenya at p<0.05. Capacity building and women leadership in Kenya political elective positions had a Pearson’s correlation of r=0.323 (p=0.001) which was weak but positive. The correlation results implied that capacity building is had a weak, strong and positive association with women leadership in Kenya political elective positions. According to these findings increase in capacity building increased women leadership in Kenya political elective positions. The R2 for the model was 0.105 indicating that 10.5% variations in women leadership in elective in Kenya could be explained for by capacity building other factors held constant. This was a sign that the model was appropriate for establishing the link between relationship between capacity building and inclusion of women in the elective positions in Kenya and, as a result, for drawing the conclusions and suggestions from the study.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: While the existing Trait Theory of Leadership used in this study was validated, the study recommends that that political parties should organize for training on women who are willing to vie for political offices. These trainings should aim to equip women leaders with knowledge and skills which will increase their chances of being elected in elective in positions. According to the study, policymakers and political parties should take the lead in providing mentorship programs for women seeking elective positions to have same experience just like their men counterpart.
Design Water Turbine as Pump Drive for Irrigating Paddy Fields in the Highlands in the Panjalu Ciamis Region
Authors: Herdiana Ade , Riyadi Slamet
Published: September 2023

In electrical systems, safety is the main factor, but it is often overlooked because it is quite expensive. The current conventional outlet, although it has been standardized by the Indonesian national standard, is a fact in the field that there are still many incidents of electric shock, because the voltage continues to flow through the copper terminals inside the plastic frame protector. This incident can occur because the terminal is plugged into a conducting object such as a fork, spoon, iron rod, or held directly with a finger. For this reason, in this study, a safety system is made that uses the main component of the Relay as an intermediary for DC voltage and AC voltage. Trials carried out 50 times on each socket box resulted in solving the problem by conditioning the plug that had not been plugged into the terminal so that there was no voltage flowing into the outlet, this certainly distinguishes safety from using an ELCB which must have contact with the human body first.
The Mediating Effect of Empowering Leadership on The Relationship Between School Culture and Teaching Efficacy
Authors: Manliguis Ruzzel Mart F. , Tagadiad Celso L.
Published: September 2023

This study determined the mediating effect of empowering leadership on the relationship between school culture and teaching efficacy. A non-experimental quantitative research design using the descriptive-correlational technique was employed. The respondents were composed of 400 teachers. There were 300 teachers from the elementary level, 50 teachers from the Local School Board (LSB), and 50 teachers from the Alternative Learning System (ALS) of Asuncion District, Asuncion Davao de Norte through universal sampling. Three adapted instruments were used to gather the data from the respondents. The tools used in analyzing the data were Mean, Pearson r, Regression, and Medgraph. Results show that teachers posted a very high-level school culture, teaching efficacy, and a high level of empowering leadership. Findings also revealed that there is a significant relationship between school culture and teaching efficacy, school culture and empowering leadership, and empowering leadership and teaching efficacy. Further, it was found that empowering leadership significantly mediates the relationship between school culture and teaching efficacy. With this current proposition, teachers who are highly empowered in leadership can influence their school culture as well as their efficacy in teaching.
Investigation of University Students' Recreation Benefit Awareness and Physical Activity Levels
Authors: ERSÖZ Yasin , YILDIRIM İrfan , ZEYTUN Rabia
Published: September 2023

Physical activity level is an important factor that affects health of people of all ages and awareness level about the benefits obtained from recreational activities may increase the frequency of participation. The objective of the study is to review the correlation between university students’ recreation benefit awareness and their physical activity levels and to demonstrate whether or not there is a difference about this subject in terms of gender and faculty. A total of 909 university students 541 female students and 368 male students who studied at different universities in Turkey joined the study. Information Request Form, Leisure Benefit Scale and International Physical Activity Questionnaire were administered to the participants. The data obtained from the study were analyzed using Pearson Correlation Analysis and Independent Samples t Test. The study results indicate that there is a positive correlation between participants’ recreation benefit awareness and their physical activity levels. Besides, it is seen that female participants’ physical and psychological recreation benefit awareness was higher; however, as for the male participants their physical activity levels were higher. It was identified that of the participant students, those who studied on sports sciences had higher psychological and social recreation benefit awareness and physical activity levels. In light of the study findings, the fact that the university students’ benefit awareness perception on recreational activities had increased made a positive contribution to their physical activity levels and dimensions of recreation benefit awareness and as a result, physical activity levels differed in terms of gender and the type of the faculty.
PRÁTICAS INTEGRATIVAS COMPLEMENTARES NA MELHORA DA QUALIDADE DE VIDA EM PARTICIPANTES PÓS COVID-19
Authors: Cronemberger Nogueira Rebelo Veruska , Cronemberger Nogueira Lages Rebêlo Lucca , Giordani Karol Dal Pupo , De Castro Mota da  Rocha Maria Júlia , Machado de Carvalho Araújo Davi , Porto Feitosa Maura Cristina , Oda Souza Melissa , Lo Schiavo Arisawa Emilia Angela
Published: September 2023

O objetivo do presente estudo foi analisar o uso de Práticas Integrativas Complementares (PICS) na melhora da Qualidade de Vida (QV) em pacientes pós-COVID-19. Estudo de caso clínico, intervencional e qualiquantitativo, com 15 participantes distribuídos randomicamente em G1 (Acupuntura + liberação miofascial) e G2 (Laserpuntura + liberação miofascial), submetidos a 12 atendimentos, avaliados antes e após o tratamento quanto à QV (WHOQOL-BREF). Em ambos os grupos, se observou diferença estatística significativa (p≤0,01) na QV de maneira geral, satisfação com a própria saúde, e nos 4 domínios (físico, psicológico, relações sociais e meio ambiente), não foi detectada diferença estatística significativa (p>0,01) entre os grupos, havendo correlação positiva e significativa entre a QV em relação à satisfação e domínio psicológico após a aplicação dos tratamentos. Conclui-se que as PICS impactaram positivamente na QV em pacientes pós-COVID-19.
AVALIAÇÃO DOS BANCOS DE LEITE HUMANO DO PIAUÍ E DO BRASIL: UM ESTUDO COMPARATIVO
Authors: Lima Morais Ellen Cinthya , Teles Rocha Francisco Vinicius , Castro Moreira Elisa Cristina , Freitas Santos José Augusto , Ferreira dos Santos Amanda Cristine
Published: September 2023

Introdução: O Banco de Leite Humano (BHL) tem como objetivo a coleta, processamento, controle de qualidade e distribuição do leite humano pasteurizado para bebês prematuros, de baixo peso ou hospitalizados em Unidade de Tratamento Intensivo Neonatal. Objetivos: Caracterizar, por meio de dados de produção da Rede Brasileira de Bancos de Leite Humano, as ações desenvolvidas pelo Banco de Leite Humano do Brasil, bem como, verificar e avaliar os dados do funcionamento do Banco de Leite Humano do Piauí, abrangendo cada região e comparando com os dados nacionais do ano de 2022. Metodologia: Trata-se de um estudo epidemiológico com abordagem quantitativa do tipo retrospectivo com fonte secundária sobre os registros de dados do ano de 2022. Resultados: No Estado do Piauí, o volume total coletado de leite foi 1457,8 litros e 1104,5 litros foram distribuídos, o número de doadoras foi de 1641 e receptores 1174. O volume de leite coletado nem sempre é distribuído de forma integral, de todo leite, 353,4 litros, ou seja, 24,2%, não foram distribuídos. Discussões: Com isto, o estado do Piauí encontra-se com os indicadores semelhantes à média dos indicadores nacionais, entretanto, estão aquém da média dos indicadores da Região Nordeste. Pode-se citar como fator predisponente o fato de que o estado possui apenas 01 BHL para o Estado inteiro. Conclusões: O estudo revelou que o BHL do Estado do Piauí possui uma estrutura aquém das necessidades da população. A demanda por leite supera a capacidade do BHL do Piauí.
Mudra Loan Disbursement Among Different Social Groups
Authors: Bharti Urmila , Verma Rajanikant
Published: September 2023

Indian banking and financial system work as a catalyst to this growth trajectory. To strengthen the micro business segment, a feather has been added under the aegis of GOI in the year 2015 to the formal lending system in the form of MUDRA. It has been a milepost accomplishment in the financial inclusion panorama. Through this system, the endeavour is to bring all the sectors into mainstream and to make financial services available to all the sectors. MUDRA provides different categories and sub-categories of formal loans at a low rate of interest according to the needs and requirements of startups and other micro enterprise units. MUDRA loans have been instrumental in providing financial support to individuals from various social groups, promoting inclusivity and empowerment. It addresses the lack of access to formal credit for individuals from different social groups, who often face difficulties in obtaining loans from traditional banking institutions due to various reasons such as lack of collateral, low income, or limited credit history. It offers customized loan products designed to cater to the specific needs and requirements of small and micro enterprises. MUDRA Credit is accompanied by various support mechanisms such as capacity building, skill development, and business mentoring. These initiatives help borrowers enhance their entrepreneurial skills, manage their businesses effectively, and improve their chances of success.

It is important to note that MUDRA loans are not limited to any specific social group. They are available to individuals from all social groups who meet the eligibility criteria. The loans have been designed to cater to the diverse needs and aspirations of entrepreneurs across different social backgrounds, facilitating their access to formal credit and promoting entrepreneurship at the grassroots level. The present study utilizes the secondary data including government reports, surveys, and scholarly articles, and case studies, to provide an in-depth understanding of the sub-categories within the Mudra Yojana framework to assess the effectiveness and inclusivity of the Mudra Yojana in reaching marginalized communities. The study period is six years from 2016-17 to 2021-22. The Shishu category recorded the highest number of accounts i.e., 26,70,67,119 along with highest loan disbursement of Rs. 7,31,706.97 among all the categories. The study shows continuous growth among all the sub-categories (except in OBC in Shishu Loans) in all the Mudra Loans Schemes.
The Improvement of Solar Panel Performance Using Cooling Method
Authors: Fadliondi Fadliondi , Budiyanto Budiyanto , Chamdareno Prian Gagani
Published: September 2023

The improvement of solar panel using cooling method has been investigated. By applying cooling method, the open circuit voltage and the power of the solar panel has increased significantly. By applying cooling method, the temperature of the solar panel decreased from 48.7 to 25.7 °C at irradiance of 968.3 W/m2. The open circuit voltage also increased from around 17.91 to 21.89 V when cooling was applied. The cooling method was by submersion of solar panel. The solar panel was put inside a plastic bag and put inside a container containing water. As the result, cooling solar panels with submersion method can reduce the temperature from 48.7 to 25.7 °C resulting in a significant increase in the output power of the solar panel from 8.02 W to 10.99 W.
HIGHLIGHTS

The solar cell is very sensitive to temperature and when the temperature exceeds above permitted value, the performance will degrade
The improvement of solar panel output using submersion cooling method has been investigated
The open circuit voltage and the power of the solar panel has increased by applying submersion cooling method

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Impact of Physical Activity on Pulmonary Function and Respiratory Muscle Strength in Obese Young Adults
Authors: Sa-nguanmoo Piangkwan , Chuatrakoon Busaba , Pratanaphon Sainatee , Thanagosai Jilamika , Sriarpon Jutatip
Published: September 2023

Physical inactivity is a crucial contributor to the obesity epidemic. Previous studies demonstrated that physical inactivity and obesity have been linked with the impairments of pulmonary and respiratory muscle function.  However, the impact of physical activity (PA) on pulmonary and respiratory muscle function in obese young adults remains unclear. The study aimed to compare pulmonary and respiratory muscle function between physically inactive and active obese young adults. Obese young adults (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2) aged between 18 - 25 years old were included. They were classified into 2 groups, physically inactive obese (IO, n = 16) and active obese (AO, n = 14) groups according to the metabolic equivalent of task (MET) obtained from the global physical activity questionnaire (GPAQ). Then, pulmonary and respiratory muscle function were measured. The results showed that there were no differences in baseline data between groups. The AO group showed significantly higher forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) (2.90 ± 0.55 vs 3.40 ± 0.79, p = 0.04), and maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) (96.25 ± 6.18 vs 124.50 ± 12.28, p = 0.01) than those IO group.  There were no differences between the groups in regard to FVC, FEV1/FVC ratio, %FVC, %FEV1, MVV, %MVV and maximum expiratory pressure (MEP) (all p > 0.05). In addition, FEV1 (r = 0.43, p = 0.01) and MIP (r = 0.40, p = 0.03) were positively moderately correlated with MET. Higher in FEV1 and MIP which observed in physically active obese young adults indicate that regular PA appears to be beneficial to pulmonary function and inspiratory muscle strength in obese individuals.
HIGHLIGHTS

Several epidemiological studies showed that obesity increases the prevalence of morbidity and clinical presentation of many respiratory diseases. Physical inactivity is one factor that affect respiratory function
The pulmonary and respiratory muscle function between physically inactive and active obese young adults were compared
Higher values of FEV1 and MIP were observed in obese young adults who were physically active, suggesting the benefits of PA in maintaining pulmonary function and inspiratory muscle strength

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SOCIOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE TO SECURITY INVESTIGATION OF THE SOCIAL ASPECTS OF SECURITY
Authors: MAHMOODI Ramazan Alı
Published: September 2023

Security is one of the most basic needs of a society. The concept of security in general means protection from all kinds of dangers and accidents. On the other hand, the concept of security is broken down into more specific, clearer and more understandable components. The issue of security has been a subject to be examined by many sciences, especially sociology. Security, as a subject of study, in sociology has many different definitions, dimensions and elements. The sociology of security is still very young. Due to the lack of scientific wealth on this subject, some believe that security can be the subject of political sociology or the sociology of war. In sociological discussions, security is a subject to be examined at the level of society, in the relations between people (in the context of political and social relations). In this respect, security is based on social factors. Therefore, in this study, we will try to answer questions like "What is Security Sociology" and “What elements is it based on?”.
Enhancing Image Classification Performance: A Comparative Analysis of Optimization Algorithms
Authors: Shem L. Gonzales
Published: September 2023

In this paper, optimization algorithms are subjected to a comparative investigation. These include several optimization methods, including Adam, RMSprop, and SGDM, which might enhance the precision and discriminative ability of cutting-edge convolutional neural networks (CNNs).Adam excelled in performance in identifying different image classes with a 100% accuracy rate. In addition, Adam also achieved a mean ROC-AUC (Receiver Operating Characteristic - Area Under the Curve) score of 100%, highlighting their unmatched ability to discern between positive and negative cases. Moreover, the results of this work highlight Adam's potential as a strong tool for image classification jobs where high accuracy and reliable discrimination are essential. Adam's dominance over RMSprop and SGDM highlights its potential to improve face image classification tasks, pushing the limits of what is possible in the field of computer vision and deep learning
CD39 molecule: a negative regulator expressed on T cells in patients with lung adenocarcinoma
Authors: Tang Lu , Jin Hao
Published: September 2023

Introduction

The function of cytotoxic cells may be impacted by CD39 expression on CD8-positive T lymphocytes, leading to an imbalance in tumor immunity.

Material and methods

We analyzed the correlation between the expression of CD39 on CD8-positive T lymphocytes and clinical information in 203 patients with lung adenocarcinoma.

Results

The expression of CD39 on CD8-positive T lymphocytes was related to T stage, lymph node metastasis and distant metastasis. Furthermore, the CD39 expression reduced the secretion of antitumor cytokines, promoted PD-1 expression and decreased CD28 expression on CD8-positive T lymphocytes.

Conclusions

This research demonstrated the potential value of CD39 on CD8-positive T lymphocytes as a negative regulator in cancer immunotherapy.
Upaya Meningkatkan Kinerja Guru melalui Kegiatan Supervisi Kelas dalam Proses Pembelajaran pada Satuan Pendidikan SMP
Authors: Hartawati Elya Ratna , Ma'mun Saepul , Rochaendi Endi
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan pemahaman secara menyeluruh mengenai upaya peningkatan kinerja pendidik melalui supervisi kelas dalam proses pembelajaran pada satuan pendidikan Sekolah Menengah Pertama. Jenis penelitian yang dimanfaatkan dalam kajian penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas melalui model Kemmis dan Mc.Taggart dengan empat tahapan aktivitas, yaitu: perencanaan, tindakan, observasi dan refleksi. Penelitian ini dimulai sejak bulan September 2022 dan berakhir pada bulan November 2022. Subyek yang diteliti adalah guru-guru SMP Negeri 2 Kiarapedes sebanyak 17 orang, terdiri atas 10 guru berstatus Aparatur Sipil Negara dan 7 guru berstatus guru honorer. Pengumpulan data memanfaatkan teknik observasi dan wawancara, kemudian hasilnya dianalisis secara deskriptif serta disajikan dalam bentuk tabel dan grafik. Hasil penelitian memperlihatkan bahwa kinerja guru mengalami peningkatan yang cukup berarti dalam proses pembelajaran dengan telah dilaksanakannya kegiatan supervisi kelas. Potret keberhasilan tersebut tergambar pada dua siklus yang dilaksanakan, semula pada siklus pertama masih menyisakan 29,42% guru yang memiliki kinerja kurang baik/kurang tinggi kemudian pada siklus berikutnya jadi 0%. Pada siklus pertama guru yang memiliki kinerja cukup tinggi hanya mencapai 23,53% guru, kemudian di siklus kedua terjadi peningkatan yang cukup berarti menjadi 41,18 % guru yang memiliki kinerja cukup tinggi. Selain itu, pada awalnya hanya 47,05% guru yang memiliki kinerja tinggi/baik (sangat tinggi dan tinggi) di siklus pertama kemudian bertambah menjadi sebesar 58,82% guru pada siklus kedua.
Evaluation of Survival and Growth Performance of Wild Synodontis Melanopterus (Boulenger 1903) Fed with Three Different Diets
Authors: Jega Ibrahim Shehu , Aderibigbe Idris Ganiyat , Bawa Dalhatu Yahaya , Wade Muhammad Namaga , Gana Aminu Baba , Abubakar Mohammad Yahaya
Published: September 2023

This study evaluated survival and growth performance of wild Synodontis melanopterus juveniles fed chicken viscera, commercial feed and compounded feed in plastic bowls. Juveniles of initial mean weight which were recorded were stocked in each treatment replicated 3 times. Fish were cultured for 8 weeks. The stocking rate was 10 fish per bowl. Results showed that S. melanopterus juveniles fed chicken viscera had no significant difference (P>0.05) in final mean weight (10.26g) to commercial feed (11.05g) and compounded feed (12.88g). Chicken viscera had significantly higher (p<0.05) specific growth rate (0.26) than commercial (0.19) and compounded diet (0.12). Fish fed chicken viscera (0.15), commercial diet (0.18) has no significant difference (p>0.05) in feed conversion ratio to compounded diet (0.20). There was no significant difference (p>0.05) in survival rate for fish fed chicken viscera (66.7%) commercial feed (50%) and compounded feed (46.67%). Water quality parameters including temperature (°C), dissolved oxygen (mg/l) and pH were not significantly different (p>0.05) during the study. Based on these findings, chicken viscera is recommended for feeding S. melanopterus juveniles since it does not give negative effects on growth and whole body composition and also, showed greater survival and higher growth performance.
Can inflammatory markers predict intestinal wall ischemia in sigmoid volvulus?
Authors: Ertenlice Alparslan , Göktaş Abidin , Pak Mehmet Ali , Bayazıtlı Şükrü Melih , Akgün Ali Emre , Akın Tezcan , Çetinkaya Erdinç , Akgül Özgür , Er Sadettin
Published: September 2023

Aims: Sigmoid volvulus (SV), which causes closed-loop obstruction as a result of the rotation of the sigmoid colon around its mesentery, causes serious morbidity and mortality, especially in elderly patients, when necrosis develops in the intestine. In this study, it was investigated whether inflammatory markers, which guide the diagnosis and prognosis of many intra-abdominal pathologies, can predict the presence of ischemia in the intestine in patients with SV.
Methods: In the study, patients who were operated on for SV in our clinic between January 2019 and March 2022 were retrospectively screened, and the demographic, clinicopathological, and laboratory parameters of the patients were examined. Data were analyzed with the Student’s T test and Mann-Whitney U-test.
Results: Of the 47 patients included in the study, 28 (59.6%) were male and 19 (40.4%) were female. Intestinal necrosis was detected in 23 (48.9%) patients who underwent surgery. The mean age of the patient population was 70 (±19). There was no statistical difference between the two groups according to age (p=0.338). White blood cell count (WBC) (p=0.686); Neutrophil count (p=0.949); Lymphocyte count (p=0.790); Monocyte count (p=0.898); Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) (p=0.733); Platelet count (p=0.766); RDW value (p=0.725); There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in lactate level (p=0.289), C-reactive protein (CRP) (p=0.212), Amylase (p=0.975) and Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) (p=0.974) levels.
Conclusion: Detection of intestinal necrosis is a vital condition for the patient. Inflammatory biomarkers obtained from preoperative routine blood parameters were not found to be significant in estimating the presence of intestinal necrosis in the SV clinic. It was concluded that large series are needed in this regard.
Post traumatic volvulus: a case report
Authors: Yeşil Bayram , Gökcan Hale , Oktay Oğuz Ekin , Dalğıç Tahsin , Yüksel Mahmut , Bacaksız Ferhat , Gökbulut Volkan , Özoğul Yusuf Bayram , Arı Derya , Akdoğan Kayhan Meral , Kaçar Sabite , Kayaçetin Ertuğrul
Published: September 2023

Volvulus is a clinical picture that causes obstruction in the gastrointestinal system and occurs as a result of rotation of the organ around its axis. Although it mostly develops in the colon segments, it rarely occurs in the stomach. The stomach normally stabilizes its position by connecting to the spleen, liver and diaphragm. Gastric tumors, focal adhesions or masses in adjacent organs that disrupt the normal anatomy may predispose to gastric volvulus. Diaphragmatic hernia accompanies volvulus in two thirds of cases. In this article, we present a case of gastric volvulus 10 years after penetrating chest trauma and accompanied by hiatus hernia.
The association between fibrocystic breast and thyroid autoimmunity
Authors: Çetiner Serap , Ayar Madenli Asena , Çalı Öztürk Halime
Published: September 2023

Aims: The relationship between thyroid disorders and breast diseases including breast cancer and benign breast disease, has been a topic of interest and controversy. Our study aimed to investigate the potential association between autoimmune thyroid disease (ATD) and fibrocystic breast disease (FBD)
Methods: This retrospective study investigated the relationship between atd an FBD. A total of 242 female patients aged 18 years or older were recruited for the study. Data were collected from medical records and patient interviews. The related parameters were recorded for each participant.
Results: This study included two hundred forty-two age-matched (29.78±4.55) and body mass index (BMI)-matched (24±2.38) women. A Mann-Whitney test did not find a statistically significant association between the case and control in terms of Free thyroxine (FT4) (p-value>0.05). There was a statistically significant difference between groups in terms of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) (p-value<0.001), antithyroid peroxidase (Anti-TPO) (p-value<0.001), and anti-thyroglobulin (Anti-TG) (p-value<0.001). A chi-square test did not find a statistically significant association between thyroid autoantibody and fibrocystic breast test results (p-value > 0.05).
Conclusion: While our study did not find a significant association between these two conditions, other studies have reported varying results. Hormonal alterations, autoimmune factors, and genetic predispositions are among the potential mechanisms that could explain the associations observed in some studies.
The effects of etiological factors on timing of decortication
Authors: Özkarafakılı Müfide Arzu , Saraç Sema
Published: September 2023

Aim: Tube drainage is the primary method in the treatment of empyema with 80-90% cure rates. In patients with empyema who have not received adequate treatment, the result is pleural fibrosis. Decortication is the only treatment option for chronic empyema that has caused fibrothorax that prevents lung expansion. In our study, we aimed to determine the relations between etiological base of the disease, the consequences and the decision of decortication timing.
Methods: The patients who were admitted and hospitalized with pleural effusion between 1994 and 2000 were included in the study. We examined the duration of pretreatment, pleural thickness and the duration of postoperative hospital stay of these cases, with who have undergone decortication surgery.
Results: A total of 82 cases of decortication were enrolled, which consisted of 61 male (74.3%) and 21 female (25.6%). The cases were examined in two groups: tuberculosis [12 (25%) empyema, 27 (56.3%) tuberculous pachypleuritis, 9 (18.8%) pleurisy + parenchymal involvement] and non-tuberculosis [2 (5.9%) trauma, 5 (14.7%) pneumonia + empyema, 23 (%) 67.6% empyema, 4 (11.8%) hydatid cyst]. The effects of preoperative treatment durations on the thickness of the decortication materials and the duration of postoperative hospital stay were investigated. The preoperative treatment period of the tuberculosis group was significantly higher, the decortication pleural thicknesses were found to be greater. (p<0.01) There was no statistically significant difference in the duration of postoperative hospital stay between the tuberculosis and other group (p>0.05).
Conclusion: In cases that do not respond to closed tube drainage and appropriate antibiotic therapy, decortication should be performed without delay considering the etiological factors. If decortication is performed earlier than 2 weeks, the visceral pleura can be easily separated; parietal decortication is rarely needed which might be an advantage of the procedure.
The Effect of HIV on the Heart and HAART on the Heart
Authors: Okun Ohikhuare , Kwabla Pekyi-Boateng Prince , Ogedegbe Oboseh John , Chidiebere Udegbe Daniel , Akyea Blankson George , Nnokam Nnekachi Prayer , Augustine Oguntimehin Babatunde , David Johnson Ayodeji , Abdi Mohamed Abdirahman , Poku Agyemang Ohene , Rex Igbinonwanhia Osahon , Osifo Samuelson , Joy Damkor Iember , Ikpo Mba Nkiruka , Vanessa Kengne Sob Carelle
Published: September 2023

HIV/AIDS is a disease characterized by immune dysfunction with superimposed severe opportunistic liability. The past few years has seen a significant rise to 75% of HIV patients compliant on ART. Delving into specific complications reveal significant associations between HIV and HAART in the heart. The purpose of this article is to throw more light on the key role players in cardiac dysfunction among HIV patients on HAART. In this article, we discuss the effects of HIV-associated chronic inflammation, immune dysfunction, high-risk medications, and their effects on the cardiovascular, and metabolic systems which further hastens the progression of cardiac dysfunction in individuals. Complications such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, pericardial effusion, and pulmonary hypertension are also discussed to appreciate the pathophysiology and outcomes. We believe that if more studies into cardiac complications of HIV patients on HAART are conducted, many patients will benefit from the evidenced-based outcomes which will influence clinical decision-making.
Influence of External Reflector on The Efficiency of The Conical Solar Still (CSS) in Basra City
Authors: Mohammed Ahmed J.
Published: September 2023

This research, a conical solar still was constructed under various atmospheric conditions of Basra city, Iraq, Latitude 30° 33′ 56.55″N, Longitude 47° 45′ 5.86″E. The Basra city well-knows of plentiful of solar radiation intensity. The still contains a basin with total area of (314 cm2). In addition, one of stills was provided with external reflector, in order to reflect the direct sunlight to the absorber surface. The solar still was prepared from available local materials. The experimental results showed the thermal efficiency arrived to (58 %) for conical solar still with external reflector of the day 23 August 2023, and the solar radiation arrived to (6271 w/m2) at same date. Aim of the research, a mathematical simulation was conducted to calculate the rate of production per hour for solar still, and the results of these calculation were compared to the productivity which found experimentally.
Covid-19 Coinfection and Dengue Fever in Patients with Myelodysplastic Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Arisova I Wayan Waying Ariatesta , Rena Ni Made Renny Anggreni , Somia I Ketut Agus
Published: September 2023

Introduction: This case report aims to describe the manifestation and management of severe thrombocytopenia in Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) patients with concomitant viral coinfection that also reduce platelet levels. Case Illustration: A female patient aged 77 years came with complaints of gum bleeding, coughing, shortness of breath, fluctuating fever and weakness. Patient was diagnosed with dengue fever with confirmed NS-1 test. One week before admission to the hospital, the patient received 10 units of platelet transfusion. The result of the SARS-CoV-2 Reverse Transcriptase Real Time PCR examination was positive, laboratory examinations showed severe thrombocytopenia and minimal pneumonia on chest X-Ray. The patient was diagnosed with moderate COVID-19 pneumonia, dengue infection and myelodysplastic syndrome. Discussion: Thrombocytopenia is one of the frequently observed manifestations in MDS, dengue infection and COVID-19 due to decreased platelet production in bone marrow and increased platelet destruction in peripheral blood.
Effects of Preoperative Glutamine Administration on Nutritional and Immunological Improvements and Reduction of Length of Stay in Colorectal Cancer Patients with Malnutrition
Authors: Natalia Desy , Antara Gede Eka Rusdi , Mahadewa Tjokorda Gde Bagus , Golden Nyoman , Widiana I Ketut , Mulyawan I Made
Published: September 2023

Background: Penile cancer is rare but has a major impact on patients and health workers in its management. In penile cancer, tumors can grow anywhere in all parts of the penis, starting from the glans penis, foreskin, and shaft of the penis, which can spread and damage the surrounding tissue structures such as the pubic bone, scrotum, and others. No studies specifically analyze the survival of penile cancer. Aim: This study assessed the relationship between primary tumor staging, lymph node status, tumor grading, cell subtype, lymphovascular invasion (LVI), and preoperative neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) on the survival of penile cancer patients. Material & Methods: This study was a survival analysis study with a retrospective cohort design. Primary tumor staging (T), lymph node status (N), tumor grading, cell subtype, LVI status, and preoperative NLR values are independent variables included. The dependent variables are survival time and mortality. Descriptive analysis, Kaplan-Meier curve analysis, and Cox Proportional Hazard Regression test were performed. Results: Eighty (80) subjects with a mean age of 55.71 ± 12.45 years old. Forty-one percent of the subjects died with a mean survival time of 60.65 months (95% CI 51.25-70.04). Cox proportional hazard regression analysis showed that staging N3 and the condylomatous subtype at the time of diagnosis increased the risk of mortality with a hazard ratio (HR) of 3.55 (95% CI 1.03 – 12.31) and 6.77 (95% CI). 1.02 – 44.85), respectively. Conclusion: Lymph node staging N3 and condylomatous subtype were factors with poorer survival prognosis.
Особливості надання послуг з управління гуртожитком як багатоквартирним будинком в контексті застосування чинного законодавства
Authors: Гетьман Ольга , Майборода Ярослав
Published: September 2023

Незважаючи на те, що фахівцями в галузі менеджменту розроблено безліч концепцій стратегічного управління розвитком багатоквартирних будинків, на цей час існують протиріччя у щодо практики застосування чинного законодавства країни, які затримують цей розвиток. В статті розглянуто питання щодо можливості надання послуг з управління багатоквартирними будинками саме мешканцям гуртожитків.
Формування компетентності індивідуального іншомовного вдосконалення у студентів немовних спеціальностей
Authors: Черчата Лідія
Published: September 2023

Досліджено актуальну проблему формування компетентності індивідуального іншомовного вдосконалення в контексті вивчення іноземної студентами немовних спеціальностей. Проаналізовано ефективність застосування сучасних методик, орієнтованих на розвиток компетентності індивідуальної іншомовної підготовки студентів ЗВО. Доведено необхідність формування вмінь та навичок самостійного вивчення іноземних мов, що є ключовим елементом успішного професійного розвитку в сучасному світі. Розкрито зміст принципу комунікативної спрямованості навчання, ситуативної та тематичної організації навчального матеріалу, діяльнісного характеру та соціокультурного спрямування навчального процесу. Запропоновано теоретичний аналіз проблеми, а також опис практичних рекомендацій щодо формування компетентності студентів у галузі індивідуального іншомовного вдосконалення; розглянуто диференційовані підходи до формування компетентності студентів, зокрема, використання сучасних педагогічних методик у навчальному та позанавчальному процесі. Висвітлено основні принципи аудиторної організації роботи студентів з іноземної мови, а також засоби самостійного підвищення рівня знань з іноземної мови, включаючи використання різних джерел інформації, таких як аудіо та відеоматеріали, електронні підручники та онлайн-курси. Описано методи навчання, що сприяють формуванню навичок самостійного вивчення іноземних мов. Формування компетентності індивідуального іншомовного вдосконалення є важливим елементом професійної підготовки студентів немовних спеціальностей.
Студент як словникар: навчальне лексикографування у самостійній роботі студентів нефілологічних спеціальностей закладу вищої освіти з іноземної мови професійного спрямування
Authors: Король Лариса
Published: September 2023

Стаття порушує питання укладання студентами перекладних словників у ході самостійної роботи з іноземної мови професійного спрямування у закладі вищої освіти в умовах сучасних викликів, які стоять перед вітчизняною вищою школою. Коротко схарактеризовано теоретичні підходи до структури й оформлення словника як результату самостійної роботи студента, її етапи, подано рекомендовану структуру словникової статті. З’ясовано роль навчального лексикографування у формуванні лексикографічної компетентності студентів нефілологічних спеціальностей.
Особливості гемодинамічних проявів гострого легеневого серця у пацієнтів з гострим коронарним синдромом за даними рентгенологічного методу дослідження
Authors: Бортний Микола , Бортна Тетяна
Published: September 2023

висвітлені питання особливості проявів гострого легеневого серця у пацієнтів з гострим коронарним синдромом, особливості рентгенологічної картини тромбоемболії легеневої артерії у даної групи хворих, інфаркт-пневмоній у пацієнтів з гострим коронарним синдромом (інфарктом міокарда) на тлі порушення гемодинаміки у малому колі кровообігу. Визначено тактику застосування методів променевої діагностики в діагностиці та диференціальній діагностиці інфаркт-пневмоній у пацієнтів цієї групи. Представлений власний клінічний та діагностичний випадок тромбоемболії легеневої артерії у пацієнтки з гострим коронарним синдромом до та після тромболітичної терапії.
Менеджмент ліко-пов’язаних проблем, які виникають при самолікуванні закладеності носа місцевими деконгестантами
Authors: Ривак Тетяна
Published: September 2023

У статті запропоновано шляхи менеджменту ліко-пов’язаних проблем, які виникають при самолікуванні закладеності носа місцевими деконгестантами за результатами анкетного опитування 300 респондентів і визначено роль фармацевта у цьому процесі.
Physical-chemical properties of the soils of the Ganja-Gazakh region
Authors: Huseynov Faig
Published: September 2023

Field experiments were carried out on irrigated gray-brown (chestnut) soils in the territory of the Ampelographic collection garden of the Ministry of Agriculture Viticulture and Winemaking Research Institute of Ganja Viticulture and Winemaking Experimental Station. Total absorbed bases were 28.5 mg/eq in the 0-30 cm layer and decreased to 20.5 mg/eq in the 60-90 cm layer. The amount of silt along the profile was 25.1-23.6%, and the amount of physical clay was 25.1-23.6%. These soils are considered to be light clay with granulometric composition according to R.H. Mammadov.
Історичні аспекти розвитку та еволюції європейських та східних видів єдиноборств
Authors: Кернас Андрій , Дразіна (Долгієр) Є. , Нікітюк Вадим , Ромащенко Володимир
Published: September 2023

Дана наукова робота присвячена теоретичному розгляду історичних аспектів розвитку та еволюції європейських та східних видів єдиноборств. Як відомо, одним із найважливіших елементів етнічної культури та самобутності того чи іншого народу є національні види єдиноборств. У свою чергу, внаслідок історичної асиміляції, взаємозбагачення культурними цінностями та їх гармонійного доповнення наймасовіші та найпопулярніші види єдиноборств стали частиною спільних культурних цінностей людства. У той же час не маловажною відмінністю спортивних видів єдиноборств від інших видів спорту є історичні аспекти їх розвитку і трансформації. У контексті сказаного вважаємо за необхідне звернути увагу на те, що історично склалося так, що життя людини у ворожому по відношенню до неї світі було підпорядковане єдиним законам живої природи, основним з яких була боротьба за виживання, боротьба за більш мінливі комфортні умови життя, що включає в себе так само: боротьбу за домінуючі положення в спільності собі подібних індивідів; боротьбу за продовження роду, що включає конкурентну боротьбу за статевого партнера і захист членів своєї сім'ї; боротьбу за збереження чи розширення території за умов локальних чи світових конфліктів. Виходячи з наведеного вище, стає очевидним, що однією з найбільш значних рушійних сил, що послужили розвитку єдиноборств, була насушна необхідність людей в навичках нападати і захищатися. У той же час, змагання з єдиноборств, які проводилися, повинні були визначити найбільш сильних, спритних і сміливих воїнів, а також використовувалися для розваги натовпу. З часом, завдяки культурно-історичному та науковому розвитку людства, відбулися істотні перетворення, що визначаються розвитком технічного прогресу та прагненням до гуманістичних ідеалів, що в свою чергу зумовило перетворення та еволюційну трансформацію єдиноборств. У рамках цієї наукової роботи ми провели теоретичний аналіз культурно-історичних аспектів розвитку та еволюції європейських та східних видів єдиноборств.
Індивідуальна підготовка військовослужбовця в сучасних умовах
Authors: Кулагін Олександр
Published: September 2023

Розвиток озброєння й бойової техніки, зміни в організації військ, характері й способах бойових дій вимагають постійного вдосконалення індивідуальної підготовки військовослужбовця, обумовлюють зміну й ускладнення завдань, які розв'язуються в ході її проведення. У сучасних умовах індивідуальна підготовка військовослужбовця вимагає знань теоретичних основ загальновійськового бою, його принципів й організації, озброєння, бойових можливостей, прийомів і способів дій на полі бою; вмілого застосування індивідуальної й групової зброї й бойової техніки в складних умовах бойової обстановки, на будь-якій місцевості, вдень і вночі; формування у військовослужбовця високих морально-психологічних, бойових і фізичних якостей і поєднання їх із професійними навичками й уміннями;
Analysis of Family Independence in Home Care in Post Stroke Clients
Authors: Yaslina Yaslina , Sari Lisa Mustika , Mustika Nova , Sandyra Diva
Published: September 2023

Family is the main source of care at home. In reality, families are not yet independent in post-stroke care at home, this can be due to family characteristics, family support, and burden. This study aimed to identify family independence in post-stroke care at home which was associated with family characteristics, support, and coping. The research design was a cross-sectional. The research was conducted at the Neurology Poly with a sample of 83 respondents and the sampling technique was Purposive Sampling. The instrument in this study was the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), Crisis Oriented Personal Evaluation Scale, and Family Independence and social demographic questionnaire. The results of the study found that more than half of the respondents were young adults, had secondary education, and had jobs, low family independence, maladaptive coping, and low family support. There was no relationship between family characteristics (age, education, occupation) with family independence and there is a relationship between coping and family support with independence in post-stroke care at home. It was suggested that families can increase their independence in post-stroke care by having support groups or stroke self-help groups and increasing the role of community nurses through home visits to families.
Cryptographer. Notes for Unwritten Biographies of Chekhov
Authors:   S.A. Gerasimov All-Russian State Institute of Cinematography (VGIK), Gorbachev I.N.
Published: September 2023

The article is based on the analysis of A.P. Chekhov’s play The Three Sisters. It is executed according to “newly discovered circumstances”, in other words, based on the facts that were not taken into account before: from the subtleties of the passage of time in the play to the legal features of status rights in Russia in the late 19th — early 20th century. The undertaken analysis allows us to assert that the conventional view on the play can be corrected, since it generates an inadequate perception and interpretation of The Three Sisters. This is the main conflict of the first part of the article. The second part presents the thesis that the new data in The Three Sisters allow us to go beyond the text itself and look at the life circumstances of the author and, perhaps, his entire work from a different, somewhat unexpected angle. Chekhov’s stories and plays were traditionally regarded as casts of the socio-political realities of Russia in the 1880s-1890s, practically devoid of such a feature as literary play. To show and prove the unsoundness of such a view, some “newly discovered circumstances” from The Three Sisters are extrapolated to the biography of the author of the play. This allows us to ask legitimate questions concerning not only the life but also the modus operandi of the author of The Three Sisters and to conclude that the conventional narrative of Chekhov’s life, where he is traditionally defined as “a self-made intellectual”, is falling apart and requires rethinking.