bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
In Vitro Effect Of Fluoride Prophylactic Agents On Titanium Molybdenum Alloy And Stainless Steel Orthodontic Wires – Scanning Electron Microscope Study
Authors: Sahoo Nivedita , Bhuyan Lipsa , Dhull Kanika Singh , Dash Kailash Chandra , MD Indira , Mishra Pallavi
Published: May 2023

Background: TMA (Titanium-molybdenum) and SS (Stainless steel) wires are most commonly availed for orthodontic treatment. Meanwhile, patients are encouraged to employ mouthwashes containing fluoride to maintain their oral hygiene. Objective: To assess the effect of different fluoride prophylactic agents on TMA and SS wires for specific time periods namely 10 minutes, 1 hour, 24 hours.
Material and Methods: The sample comprised TMA and SS wires immersed in agents such as Artificial saliva (pH = 6.8), Acidulated phosphate fluoride gel 1.23% and Stannous fluoride 0.4% to evaluate surface changes incorporated. 180 cut wires were used in this study; out of which half were SS and the other half were TMA wires. These wires were immersed for 10 minutes, 1 hour and 24 hours in each agent. Scanning electron microscope was also utilized to analyze the surface alterations.
Results: The roughness of these wires increased after immersing in prophylactic agents. An increase in the surface roughness was found with SS wires in stannous fluoridesolution and APF gel on immersion at 10 minutes, 1 hour, and 24 hours’ time intervals with p-value being significant at 24 hour time in stannous fluoride.
Conclusion: Orthodontists must avoid the contact of orthodontic wires containing titanium protective coating with prophylactic agents.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.22 (Special Issue) 2023 p.47-51
Evaluation Of Radiopacity of Nanoparticle Incorporated Root Canal Sealer with Epoxy Resin Incorporated Root Canal Sealers – An Invitro Study
Authors: Shetty Chitharanjan , Shetty Aditya , Kini Sudarshan , Shetty Veena , Dsouza Neevan
Published: May 2023

Aim: of this study was to assess and compare, the radiopacity of nanoparticle-based (NPB) root canal sealers with Epoxy Resin Based(ERB) root canal sealer using an aluminium step wedge in accordance with ISO 6876/2012 standards.
Materials and methods: The specimens, which were made of each sealer material, had a 10mm diameter and a 1mm thickness. The creation of metallic matrices, which were used in the fabrication of the impressions, was done using a light-bodied silicone-based impression medium. Using an aluminium step-wedge, the radiopacity of the NPB sealer and the ERB sealer was assessed in accordance with international standards. The optical density was measured using a sample of enamel, dentin, and aluminium of the appropriate thickness, all measuring 1 mm thick.
Results: The radiopacity of the ERB sealer was 2.37, with a minimum value of 179 and a maximum value of 215. The radiopacity value for the NPB sealer was 3.47, with a minimum value of 185 and a maximum value of 255.
Conclusion: Within the limits of the study, the NPB root canal sealers has better radiopacity than the ERB sealers. It has radiopacity values of the sealers are within the ADA/ISO recommendations.
Clinical Significance: The radiopacity of the NPB sealer can be compared with other commercially available sealers for in vivo applications.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.22 (Special Issue) 2023 p.63-66
Comparative Evaluation of the Solubilizing Efficacy of Orange Oil, Eugenol and Tween 80 on Gutta Percha: An In-Vitro Study
Authors: Sarangi Swayangprabha , Chandak Manoj , Mishra Abhilasha Dass , Paul Priyanka , Jidewar Namrata
Published: May 2023

Background: The root canal along with its complex anatomic difficulties poses a challenge to the endodontist while approaching to remove the old obturating material held within its confines during re-treatment procedures. An ideal root canal solvent hastens this process of dissolution of Gutta Percha without causing procedural errors in the process.
Aim & Objective: To compare and evaluate the solubilizing efficacy of Orange Oil, Eugenol and Tween 80 on Gutta Percha.
Materials and Methods: A total of seventy-five conventional gutta percha cones having ISO size 30 and 4% taper were selected for the study. The Gutta Percha cones were then divided into three groups at random: Group I: Orange Oil; Group II: Eugenol; Group III: Tween 80. The cones were pre weighted using an electronic weighing balance and noted as the Pre immersion weight (M1). Following this they were immersed for 15min in clear glass vials containing 2ml of the solvents in each of them. The cones were then post weighted and noted (M2). The difference in weights of the gutta percha cones was evaluated.
Results: Orange oil showed the highest efficacy in solubilizing Gutta Percha. This was followed by Tween 80 which was a novel solvent used for dissolution. Eugenol proved to be least efficacious in dissolving.
Conclusion: Orange oil showed superior solubilizing efficacy when compared to Tween 80 and Eugenol.prone to develop CTS. Larger research is needed to understand how physical exercise causes CTS.
Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.22 (Special Issue) 2023 p.167-171
Are calcium channel blockers related to lung cancer?
Authors: Rattanathanoo Ratchanon , Chindaprasirt Jarin , Boonsawat Watchara , Limpawattana Panita , Khamsai Sittichai , Sawanyawisuth Kittisak
Published: May 2023

Background: Calcium channel blocker (CCB) is a common antihypertensive agent for the treatment of hypertension. There are inconsistent data of an association of CCB and lung cancer in the literature. This study aimed to evaluate this association by a case-control design.
Methods: The inclusion criteria were adult patients 18 years or over, diagnosed with hypertension, lung cancer or pulmonary tuberculosis, and presenting with one of the suggestive symptoms of lung cancer. Those who were pregnant or had a diagnosis of lung cancer or pulmonary tuberculosis prior to the diagnosis of hypertension were excluded. Diagnosis of lung cancer was made pathologically, while tuberculosis was made by positive acid-fast bacilli on sputum examination, sputum culture positive for Mycobacterium tuberculosis, or polymerase chain reaction positive for M. tuberculosis with a chest x-ray compatible with tuberculosis. Cases were those diagnosed with lung cancer, while controls were those diagnosed with tuberculosis. Factors associated with lung cancer were calculated by logistic regression analysis.
Results: There were 178 patients who met the study criteria. Of those, 69 patients (38.8%) were in the case group. The lung cancer group had EGFR gene mutation in 21 patients (52.5%) and adenocarcinoma was the most common cell type of lung cancer (55 patients; 79.7%). There were two factors independently associated with lung cancer including dyslipidemia and family history of lung cancer.
Conclusions: CCB was not associated with lung cancer in patients with hypertension but dyslipidemia and family history of lung cancer were independently associated with lung cancer in this setting.
İLK DÖNEM EMEVÎ HİLÂFETİNDE KADININ SİYASÎ VE İÇTİMAÎ HAYATTAKİ YERİNE DAİR DEĞERLENDİRME
Authors: KÖSE Bayram Arif
Published: May 2023

Cahiliye dönemi geleneklerine karşı başlatılan mücadelelerde, ilk tebliğ ve biatlarda kadın hakları ve kız çocukları meselesi birinci gündem maddeleri arasında yerini almıştı. Kur’ân-ı Kerîm’de yer alan hükümlerden başka siyasî otoriteye göre değişkenlik gösteren kadının statüsü Emevîlerle birlikte güçlenerek devam etmiştir. İslâm dininin doğuşunun tüm dünyada kadının aşağılandığı bir zaman dilimine tevâfuk gelmesi kadın hakları meselesini Hz. Muhammed’in (s.a.v.) çözmeye çalıştığı ilk problemlerden biri yapmıştır. Yaptığı bir çok evlilikle Kur’ân-ı Kerîm’in kadınlarla ilgili meselelerini yine onlar vasıtasıyla toplumun her kesimine hızlıca ulaştırması hususi bir anlam ifade etmektedir. Onun sünnetini takip eden halifeler de kadına dair yeni yaklaşımları içtihad yoluyla bir düzene oturtmuşlardı. Emevîler döneminde de devam eden benzer yaklaşımlar hanedan yapısına göre şekillenirken kadının artık siyasî alanda görülmesine neden olmuştur. Hz. Âişe’nin (r. anhüm) şahsında gelişen ve dönemiyle doğrudan alakalı olan pek çok hadiseden sonra Müslüman kadın, hayatın her alanında kendine daha fazla yer bulmuştur. İlk Emevî halifesi Hz. Muâviye’nin (r.a.) annesinin çok tanınır bir sima olması oğlunun siyasetine doğrudan müdahil olması için yeterli olmasa da kadın dolaylı olarak Emevî iç politikasındaki yerini almıştı. Hanedanla nesep illiyeti vesilesiyle bir bağ kurulmaya çalışılması ve savaş meydanlarının cesur kadınları gibi pek çok konu Emevîler döneminde kadını ön plana çıkaran hususlar arasında yerini almıştır. Bu makale; İslâm’ın ilk dönemlerinde şekillenen kadının statüsünün Emevîlerle birlikte girdiği süreç, akraba ilişkileri, nesep ilhakı, ümmüveledin durumu, istîlâd, kabileler arası evlilik akidleri, savaş meydanlarında ve geri hizmetlerdeki kadınlar ve iktisadî hayatın bir aktörü olarak kadın mevzularını konu edinmiştir.
1939 ERZİNCAN DEPREMİ'NİN ARTÇI SARSINTILARI: HABER-AKŞAM POSTASI
Authors: TÜRKKAN TUNALI Yasemin
Published: May 2023

Yakın dönem Türkiye tarihinin en büyüğü olan 1939 yılı Erzincan merkezli 7,9 Ms büyüklüğündeki deprem, sebep olduğu can kaybı ve yıkımla bütün ülkede derin yankılar uyandırmıştır. Tüm Türk basınında olduğu gibi Haber-Akşam Postası’nda da geniş yer bulan deprem, ilk başta etkilediği diğer il ve ilçelerin ve buradaki zayiatın tespiti üzerine haberlerle konu edilmiştir. Çetin hava muhalefeti nedeniyle deprem bölgesiyle iletişim ve ulaşımda birçok güçlüğün yaşandığı bu ilk günlerde devlet ve hükümet yetkililerince gerek kurtarma ve ilk yardım çalışmaları için alınan tedbirler, gerekse depremzedelerin iaşesi için TBMM inisiyatifi ve Kızılay aracılığıyla yapılan aynî ve nakdî yardım seferberliğine dair gelişmelere yer verilmiştir. Aynı günlerde Marmara ve Ege’de peş peşe yaşanan sel baskınları, deprem bölgesine sevk edilen yardımların ulaşımını sekteye uğrattığı gibi, depremzedeler için yapılan girişimlerin bir kısmının selzedelere de ayrılmasını gerektirmiştir. Bir yandan depremzedelere yardım sevkiyatının, diğer yandan yol açma çalışmalarının devam ettiği bir sırada Haber-Akşam Postası gazetesi henüz ulaşılamayan ilçe ve köylerdeki depremzedelerin kötü koşullarını ve müdahaledeki gecikmeler nedeniyle ölümlerin arttığını vurgulayan manşet ve haberler yayınlamaya başlamıştır. Depremden bir ay kadar sonra eleştiri düzeyini arttıran gazete, geç ulaşılan köylerde, gecikmeli olarak yapılan müdahaleler, gönderilen yardımların yetersizliği, bazı görevlilerin sorumsuz davranışları, yardım teşkilatlanmasındaki eksiklikler üzerine sorgulayıcı ve hatta suçlayıcı haber ve yazılara yer vermiştir. Bu tür yayınlarını belge, fotoğraf ve söylentilerle desteklemeye çalışan gazete, özellikle toplanan bağışların akıbeti ve resmi olarak verilen bilgilerin güvenilirliği konusunda kamuoyunda şüphe uyandırmaya çalışmıştır. Gazete son olarak, bu yayınlarına konu olan durumların ve kişilerin birkaç örnekle sınırlı olduğunu kabul etmiş, deprem sonrası yapılan yardım çalışmalarının genelini töhmet altında bıraktığı suçlamalarını ise reddetmiştir.

Anahtar Kelimeler: 1939 Erzincan Depremi, Milli Yardım Komitesi, Kızılay, ilk yardım, müdahale, eleştiri, Haber-Akşam Postası.
Apocynaceae de Vitória da Conquista, Bahia
Authors: Azevedo Cecília Oliveira de , Rapini Alessandro
Published: May 2023

Apresentamos aqui o levantamento das Apocynaceae de Vitória da Conquista, Bahia, Brasil. São reconhecidos 18 gêneros e 26 espécies nativas, incluindo 11 ocorrências novas para o município: Asclepias curassavica,  Aspidosperma polyneuron, Blepharodon ampliflorum, Ditassa grandiflora, D. lenheirensis, Himatanthus bracteatus, Ibatia ganglinosa, Macropharynx peltata, Oxypetalum arachnoideum, Petalostelma dardanoi e Skytanthus hancorniifolius. Além disso, a identificação de Forsteronia thyrsoidea é atualizada para F. nitida.
Green and hawksbill turtle detection and abundance at foraging grounds in Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands
Authors: Rivera-Milán FF , Schut K , Zeegers D , Nava M , Simal F
Published: May 2023

Abundance estimates corrected for changes in detection are needed to assess population trends. We used transect-count surveys andN-mixture models to estimate green turtleChelonia mydasand hawksbill turtleEretmochelys imbricatadetection and total abundance at foraging grounds in Bonaire during 2003-2018, and we used these total abundance estimates to fit a Bayesian state-space logistic model and make abundance predictions for 2019-2030. During 2019-2022, we also recorded distance categories to estimate detection and total abundance using distance sampling andN-mixture models. In the present study, we focus on distance sampling to estimate observer detectability and total abundance, and to determine if total abundance increased, declined, or did not change during 2019-2022 and when compared with 2003-2018 estimates and 2019-2030 predictions. Detectability averaged 0.53 (SE = 0.02) for green turtles and 0.51 (SE = 0.06) for hawksbill turtles. Density (ind. km-2) and population size (individuals in the 4 km2survey region) averaged 72.1 (SE = 17.3) and 288 (SE = 69) for green turtles and 21.8 (SE = 4.6) and 87 (SE = 18) for hawksbill turtles. Green turtle total abundance did not change during 2019-2022 (p > 0.05) but remained low when compared with 2003-2018 estimates and 2019-2030 predictions. Hawksbill turtle total abundance declined between 2020 and 2021(z= 2.15, p = 0.03) and increased between 2021 and 2022(z= -3.04, p = 0.002), but 2019-2022 estimates were similar to 2003-2018 estimates and 2019-2030 predictions. Our methodology can be used to monitor sea turtle populations at coastal foraging grounds in the Caribbean.
Modelling land-use futures in the context of climate change mitigation
Authors:   , Doelman Jonathan Cornelis
Published: May 2023

The land area of the Earth greatly influences climate dynamics through biogeophysical and biogeochemical processes. These processes concern, respectively, the exchange of energy and water, and the exchange of greenhouse gasses (GHGs) such as CO2, CH4 and N2O, between land systems and the atmosphere. By using the Earth’s land surface, humans have greatly altered it – leading to significant environmental impacts. Historically, climate change has mostly been caused by fossil fuel combustion. Land use, land-use change and forestry (LULUCF) have caused an estimated 34% of cumulative anthropogenic CO¬2 emissions since 1750. At the same time, agriculture is responsible for about 13% of global GHG emissions in the form of non-CO2 GHG emissions.

The importance of land and land use in climate dynamics means that land has a role in preventing dangerous climate change. First, it is essential to significantly reduce the 23% of annual GHG emissions from the agriculture, forestry and other land use (AFOLU) sector to make ambitious climate targets feasible. Second, land is key to various techniques to remove carbon from the atmosphere (so-called negative emissions or carbon dioxide removal (CDR)). In this thesis, a large portfolio of land-based mitigation measures is assessed in the context of different land-use futures. In addition, detailed analysis are provided on two key land-based mitigation measures: afforestation, and peatland protection and restoration.

In addition to climate, land is central to many other sustainable development issues and environmental challenges. For example, it is essential for the provision of resources such as food, energy and water, as well as to sustain terrestrial biodiversity, as also recognized in the Sustainable Development Goals and the planetary boundaries. A useful approach to study different dimensions of sustainable development and environmental change is the nexus concept which recognizes that components of a system are inherently interconnected and must be investigated and managed in an integrated, holistic manner. In this thesis, the water-land-energy-food-climate (WLEFC) nexus is addressed, taking into account trade-offs and synergies between these different systems in achieving multiple goals.

Scenario analysis can be used to explore the role of land use in climate change and climate change mitigation, and for other societal goals related to the WLEFC nexus. An important ambition of the scientific community is to develop scenarios that achieve both climate and other environmental and sustainability goals such as the PBs and the SDGs. In this thesis, we use exploratory scenarios that investigate how the future might develop under pre-defined assumptions, as well as normative scenarios that aim for pre-defined targets and describe pathways that could achieve these goals. Examples of targets are stabilizing global warming, nature protection or limits to water extraction. These scenarios are developed using the IMAGE integrated assessment model framework.
Pengaruh Kualitas Air pada Pertumbuhan Tanaman Bayam Merah
Authors: Hartini Eko , Handayani Sri , Rimawati Eti
Published: May 2023

The limited availability of water causes problems in agricultural activities in urban areas. This setting has forced farmers to use polluted river water for crop irrigation. This study aimed to measure the effect of water quality on the growth of red spinach plants. The method employed an experimental with Randomized Block Design (RAK) with three replications, consist of a watering treatment group used river water, filtration water, and well-water. The dependent variables were plant height, number of leaves, dry weight of leaves, and dry weight of roots. The quality of river water and filtered water based on BOD5 and COD parameters has exceeded the class II quality standard as plant irrigation water according to PP No 82 of 2001. However, the well-water was polluted based on the Regulation of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Number 32 of 2017. The plants watered by the river water had the highest number of leaves and tallest plants. In contrast, the dry weight of leaves and roots was highest in plants watered with filtered water. Differences in the source and quality of watering water affect plant height and root dry weight. Applying appropriate water treatment and irrigation technology can obtain significant benefits and minimize risks in river water use.
Analisis Stres Kerja Pegawai Bidang Pelayanan Kesehatan dalam Penanggulangan Covid-19 di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Bengkalis Tahun 2021
Authors: Murvi Jehan Al Habib , Rahayu Endang Purnawati , Abidin Aldiga Rienarti , Herniwanti Herniwanti , Asril Asril
Published: May 2023

Kabupaten Bengkalis menjadi Kabupaten dengan kejadian Covid-19 terbanyak nomor 5 dari 13 Kabupaten yang ada di Provinsi Riau, dengan angka kasus terkonfirmasi sebanyak 4561 orang sampai dengan tanggal 5 Juli 2021. Dari hasil, didapatkan bahwa terdapat banyak pegawai dinas kesehatan mengalami stres saat bekerja. Hal ini dapat terlihat dari pegawai mengalami emosi yang tidak stabil dan terdapat pekerjaan yang terbengkalai dikarenakan beban yang berlebihan, terlihat beberapa pegawai yang sering mengalami gelisah saat bekerja karena waktu bekerja yang berlebihan, pegawai sering izin bekerja dikarenakan sakit kepala akibat kurang tidur dalam penanganan Covid-19. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis Penyebab, Indikator dan Dampak Dari Stres Kerja Pegawai Bidang Pelayanan Kesehatan Dalam Penanggulangan Covid-19 di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Bengkalis Tahun 2021.Penelitian dilakukan di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Bengkalis pada bulan Juli-September 2021. Penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan Studi kasus. Teknik pengambilan sampel/ informan adalah Purposive Samplingdengan Total 7 Informan. Hasil penelitian didapatkan bahwa penyebab stres kerja dikarenakan beban kerja bertambah akibat dari SDM yang kurang, pembagian jadwal kerja, tekanan karena dituntut untuk kerja cepat, dan juga lingkungan yang kurang egronomis. Sedangkan pada indikator stres kerja didapatkan bahwa terdapat penambahan waktu bekerja bertambah diluar jam normal. Dampak dari stres kerja yang dialami adalah kelelahan, emosi yang menjadi tidak stabil dan juga waktu berkumpul bersama keluarga berkurang. Saran dari penelitian ini adalah diharapkan Dinas Kesehatan Bengkalis Membentuk Komite K3 dan memperhatikan kondisi ergonomi di tempat kerja.
Penerapan Protokol Kesehatan Mahasiswa Perguruan Tinggi Bidang Kesehatan Selama Pandemi Selama Melakukan Mobilitas
Authors: Nurkhalim Ratna Frenty , Susilowati Indah , Wismaningsih Endah Retnani , Agustina Lia
Published: May 2023

Sebagai salah satu kota yang memiliki beberapa perguruan tinggi yang cukup bonafit dan ternama, Kediri juga merupakan kota terbesar ketiga di Provinsi Jawa Timur setelah Surabaya dan Malang. Studi ini ingin mencari tahu bagaiamana mobilitas kalangan mahasiswa dan perilakunya dalam menerapkan protokol kesehatan selama menggunakan transportasi umum di era new normal, khususnya di wilayah kota Kediri. Penelitian ini ialah penelitian kuantitatif dengan responden seluruhnya mahasiswa IIK Bhakti Wiyata Kediri berjumlah 169 orang. Teknik sample yang diterapkan dalam penelitian ini ialah voluntary sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa setelah penetapan New Normal, sebagian besar responden jadi lebih sedikit keluar rumah dibangkan saat sebelum pandemik (62%). Alasan paling banyak ialah untuk melakukan pekerjaan (44%). Pada saat meninggalkan rumah, mode transportasi yang paling umum digunakan oleh responden ialah ojek online/pangkalan (54%) dan bus (16%). Faktor-faktor yang mendorong mobilitas ini ialah kebutuhan mahasiswa untuk menyelesaikan urusannya di kampus, untuk kebutuhan sosial dan untuk berwisata. Alat transportasi yg paling umum digunakan oleh para mahasiswa IIK Bhakti Wiyata Kediri untuk bermobilisasi ialah transportasi umum berbasis aplikasi atau ojek online. Dalam bermobilisasi mahasiswa hendaknya selalu waspada dan tetap mematuhi protokol kesehatan
Analisis Deskriptif Masalah Kesehatan Pada Nelayan di Desa Kemojan, Karimun Jawa, Jepara
Authors: Pramitasari Ratih , Haikal Haikal , Bayu Yoni Setyo Nugroho
Published: May 2023

Background: Indonesian population 58.22% work in the informal sector where on average 33% work as farmers and fishermen. This underlies the importance of paying attention to the informal sector in terms of occupational health. Karimun Jawa region at least 60% of the population work as fishermen and traditional divers.Method: This type of descriptive research with the aim to describe the condition of the description of health problems experienced by fishermen in Kemojan village with a sample of 21 fishermen with research instruments in the form of questionnaires, HB quick check, tensimeter, and urine color sample tests.Results: Respondent's blood pressure showed a systolic pressure that was more than normal or more than 121mmHg of 81% of the total 21 respondents and 47.6% had a diastole level that was more than normal, with 32% of respondents having higher levels of hemoglobin abnormal and 61.9% experiencing moderate dehydration.Conclusion: Respondent's blood pressure showed a tendency to experience hypertension, and lack of consumption of mineral water. Divers of fisherman respondents are advised to be able to control salt consumption to reduce the potential risk of hypertension and increase consumption of mineral water so that respondents avoid interference with the excretion channels in the body.
The Framing of Queen Elizabeth II's Death Notices
Authors: Prasadini Nauka Nayana , Palupi Tri Winindyasari
Published: May 2023

Death, and delivering news on death, is a difficult subject to be discussed with people. Despite its potential for exploring the topic, it is rarely being brought up in previous research. Researchers note that by understanding the topic, it will show how news outlets frame an issue and how audiences would react to it. One of the most recent examples is the death notices of Queen Elizabeth II, which leads to mixed reactions from audiences around the world. This study looks at how news outlets portrayed the death of Queen Elizabeth II through their death notices. The study uses a qualitative approach, focusing on the news framing aspect. The data were taken from the death notices of Queen Elizabeth II, delivered by several major television news outlets in the United Kingdom. The data were transcribed and analyzed under Swales’ (1990) moves theory and Muhammad’s (2020) death notice moves. The result shows that despite most of the death notices fulfilling several death notice’s moves, the framing of the news may differ depending on the target audiences or the news outlets' bias toward the Royal Family.
The Generalizability of IR Experiments Beyond the U.S.
Authors: Bassan-Nygate Lotem , Renshon Jonathan , Weeks Jessica L. P. , Weiss Chagai M.
Published: May 2023

Theories of international relations (IR) typically make predictions intended to hold across many countries. Nonetheless, existing experimental evidence testing the micro-foundations of IR theories relies overwhelmingly on studies fielded in the U.S. We argue that the nature of what constitutes a theory of IR makes it particularly important to know whether theories hold across countries. To examine the generalizability of IR experimental findings beyond the U.S., we implemented a pre-registered and harmonized multi-site replication study, fielding four prominent IR experiments in seven countries: Brazil, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, Nigeria, and the U.S. We find that all four experiments replicate in nearly all of the countries, a pattern likely due to treatment effect homogeneity. Our study not only reveals that findings from the U.S. are similar to findings from a wide range of countries, but offers important implications for the design and interpretation of future experimental research in IR.
Peningkatan Kualitas Tidur Anak Hospitalisasi Yang Megalami Gangguan Pola Tidur Menggunakan Teknik Sleep Hygiene
Authors: KARTONO JUPRI , Damayanti Dewi , Nufus Sholihah Mar’atun
Published: May 2023

Hospitalization is a condition that destroys children living in a hospital, undergoing therapy and treatment for a reason that is planned or an emergency. Hospitalization has been shown to cause restless sleep disorders, the client's inability to get a comfortable position and pain is the most common cause of sleep rest disorder. Sleep Hygiene Therapy is a term used to describe good sleep habits or patterns. Sleep Hygiene as a non-pharmacological therapy for sleep disorders, promotes the formation of sleep routines, good and quality sleep patterns. This study aims to determine and analyze the quality of sleep after applying sleep hygiene to school-age children undergoing hospitalization. The method in this study is applied research involving 2 subjects. The results showed that after being given sleep hygiene therapy in children who experienced sleep patterns during hospitalization in both respondents there was a change in sleep quality from severe sleep pattern disorders to mild. The conclusion of this study is that there is an effect of sleep hygiene intervention on the problem of sleep pattern disorders in school-age children undergoing hospitalization.
Penerapan Posisi Lateral 30 Derajat dan Massage Menggunakan Virgin Cocunut Oil (VCO) Terhadap Risiko Kerusakan Integritas Kulit Pada Pasien Stroke
Authors: Parwata Ni Made Ridla Nilasanti , Suharto Dewi Nurviana
Published: May 2023

Background: Non-Hemorrhagic Stroke is a dysfunction of the central nervous system in the form of blockage of brain blood vessels which results in hemiparesis, indirectly experiencing immobilization at risk of skin integrity damage, one of the independent nursing interventions in overcoming the risk of skin integrity damage is the provision of a lateral 30 position degrees and massage using Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO). Research Methods: Descriptive with a case study approach. Results: After the implementation for 4 days by giving a 30 degree lateral position and massage using virgin coconut oil 2 times a day. The application of a 30 degree lateral position and maage using virgin coconut oil can reduce the risk of skin integrity damage in stroke patients. Conclusion: The application of a 30 degree lateral position and massage using virgin coconut oil is effective in reducing the occurrence of skin integrity damage. Suggestion: It is hoped that it can provide independent nursing interventions as a companion to pharmacological therapy to overcome nursing problems that exist in non-hemorrhagic stroke patients.
Penerapan Terapi Psikoreligius Dzikir Terhadap Kontrol Halusinasi Pada Asuhan Keperawatan Pasien Dengan Halusinasi Pendengaran DiRumah Sakit Madani Palu
Authors: Karadjo Halisa , Agusrianto Agusrianto
Published: May 2023

Introduction : Schizophrenia is a major disorder in thought processes and disharmony between thought processes, affect and emotions. Schizophrenia has the main symptom of decreased sensory perception, namely hallucinations. Hallucinations consist of several kinds, one of which is auditory hallucinations. Auditory hallucinations are hearing voices or complete conversations between two or more people in which the client is asked to do something. The purpose of this study was to apply psychoreligious dhikr therapy to the control of hallucinations in the care of patients with auditory hallucinations at Madani Hospital Palu. Research method: Descriptive research with a case study approach. Results: Respondents were able to control hallucinations by rebuking hallucinations, conversing with other people, performing scheduled activities especially psychoreligious therapy and teaching patients to take medication correctly independently, when evaluating the patient said he could control hallucinations independently. Conclusion: The application of dhikr psychoreligious therapy can control hallucinations in hallucinating patients at Madani Hospital Palu.
Penerapan Art Therapy Terhadap Kemampuan Pasien Mengontrol Halusinasi pada Asuhan Keperawatan Pasien dengan Halusinasi Pendengaran di Rumah Sakit Umum Madani Palu
Authors: Toparoa Adrias S
Published: May 2023

Background: Mental disorders are psychological or behavioral disorders that occur in a person, generally associated with affective, behavioral, cognitive and perceptual disorders. Schizophrenic patients have symptoms including thought process disorders, affective and emotional disorders, volitional disorders, psychomotor disorders and secondary symptoms in the form of delusions and hallucinations. Hallucinations are one of the symptoms of mental disorders where the client experiences changes in sensory perception, feels false sensations in the form of sound, sight, taste, touch or smell. The client feels a stimulus that is not actually there. Schizophrenia is a major disorder in thought processes and disharmony between thought processes, affect and emotions. Schizophrenia has the main symptom of decreased sensory perception, namely hallucinations. Destination : To apply Art Therapy to the Nursing Care of Patients with Auditory Hallucinations at Madani Hospital Palu. Research methods : Descriptive Research with Case Study approach. Measuring instrument : The measuring instrument used to relieve auditory hallucinations is using an observation sheet. Research result : It was found that the patient's complaint during the assessment was that the patient looked restless, often paced back and forth the patient said he heard whispering sounds like he wanted to scold people, the patient said the voice came when the patient was alone and before going to sleep. with nursing diagnoses Auditory hallucinations. The nursing intervention carried out a strategy for implementing auditory hallucinations, namely training how to rebuke, converse, doing activities, one of which was Art Therapy, taking medication regularly. Suggestion :Conclusion: The application of Art Therapy can control hallucinations at Madani Hospital Palu. Suggestion : It is hoped that nurses can apply Art Therapy to patients who experience hallucinations.
An Experience of Project-Based Learning in a Techincal Hig School
Authors: Diniz Alexandre Magno Ferreira , Pereira Arliene Stephanie Menezes
Published: May 2023

The grade course of electrical technical of IFCE Juazeiro do Norte-CE has technical and propaedeutic subjects. In the classroom, many students lack commitment to technical subjects is perceived, resulting in a low level of learning, and a high dropout or retention rate. Some causes of these problems can be attributed to several factors, such as the immaturity of many of these students, and the lack of knowledge of the desired course for their professional life. The paper aims to investigate an experience report during the intervention of activities carried out with the 2nd grade of the electrical technical course. The active Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodology was applied in projects for a science fair. The PBL method aims to stimulate the student's self-learning and curiosity, and the teacher is the facilitator of this process. The research is a qualitative type with exploratory and descriptive aspects based on an experience report. The research was implemented in a classroom of 38 students. Some group dynamics techniques were used to choose experiments from the science fair. During the process of project development, it was possible to see the great interest in research by students. Also, the students demonstrated resourcefulness in the oral presentation of the projects. The commitment to the quality of the presentations and the level of technical knowledge of the teams were some good points. We can say that the PBL method is effective for stimulating the learning and creativity of these students.
Análise textual de artigos nacionais de Educação Emocional e suas potencialidades em relação ao indicador de Felicidade Interna Bruta
Authors: Decarli Cecilia , Boll Cíntia Inês
Published: May 2023

Este artigo apresenta uma análise textual de trabalhos acadêmicos encaminhados ao Congresso Nacional de Educação (Conedu) no eixo Educação Emocional, relacionando-os às categorias propostas pelo indicador de Felicidade Interna Bruta (FIB). Os objetivos foram identificar os conceitos mais utilizados nos artigos e elencar as categorias do FIB que desenvolvem em maior potencial, para verificar a influência de atividades curriculares que desenvolvem as emoções para a vida em sociedade. Através do método de Classificação de Reinert do software IRAMUTEQ, separamos as palavras utilizadas nos artigos em quatro classes textuais e as classificamos de acordo com as categorias do FIB, no intuito de elencar relações entre os conceitos emocionais abordados na educação brasileira o indicador, potencializando práticas de educação emocional. A análise textual de conteúdo permitiu verificar que as relações entre as práticas escolares envolvendo a educação emocional e as classes identificadas contemplam o desenvolvimento ético, integral e cidadão do aluno. Vislumbra-se a aproximação da educação emocional com o FIB em futuras aplicações do indicador no país, relacionando, assim, saberes acadêmicos e da educação básica para o desenvolvimento do bem-estar social e a felicidade de uma nação.
Palavras-chave: Currículo, Inteligência Emocional, Competência Emocional, Vivência emocional, IRAMUTEQ.
Interface entre Educação Inclusiva e Educação Profissional e Tecnológica: uma Análise da Produção Acadêmica no Perí­odo entre 2017-20021
Authors: Da Costa Francisca Raquel , Nolêto Rute Glésia Lima
Published: May 2023

Objetiva-se analisar a produção acadêmica acerca da educação inclusiva na Educação Profissional e Tecnológica (EPT). O presente trabalho desenvolveu-se por meio de uma pesquisa bibliográfica realizada em meio eletrônico, tendo como principal base de dados o Portal de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal do Ní­vel Superior (CAPES). Nesta busca, foram selecionados a partir de filtros e critérios pré-estabelecidos nove trabalhos publicados entre os anos de 2017 e 2021. Ao longo da pesquisa, buscou-se responder os seguintes questionamentos: Qual o volume de publicação acerca da educação inclusiva na EPT nas bases de dados? Quais aspectos têm sido priorizados nessas pesquisas? Quais as possí­veis lacunas e fragilidades das pesquisas nessa área? Os resultados encontrados confirmam a existência de um grande volume de publicação nessa área, revelando dentre as publicações um hiato nas pesquisas direcionadas para o ní­vel médio. Revelou-se, ainda, que há uma maior incidência de estudos voltados para a escolarização dos surdos e para a atuação dos intérpretes de Lí­ngua de Sinais.Palavras-chave: educação inclusiva, educação profissional, rede federal, institutos federais, pesquisa bibliográfica.
Insights into the epigenetics of chronic rhinosinusitis with and without nasal polyps: a systematic review
Authors: Brar Tripti , Marks Lisa , Lal Devyani
Published: May 2023

Background

Epigenetics facilitates insights on the impact of host environment on the genesis of chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) through modulations of host gene expression and activity. Epigenetic mechanisms such as DNA methylation cause reversible but heritable changes in gene expression over generations of progeny, without altering the DNA base-pair sequences. These studies offer a critical understanding of the environment-induced changes that result in host predisposition to disease and may help in developing novel biomarkers and therapeutics. The goal of this systematic review is to summarize the current evidence on epigenetics of CRS with a focus on chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) and highlight gaps that merit further research.

Methods

A systematic review of the English language literature was performed to identify investigations related to epigenetic studies in subjects with CRS.

Results

The review identified 65 studies. These have focused on DNA methylation and non-coding RNAs, with only a few on histone deacetylation, alternative polyadenylation, and chromatin accessibility. Studies include those investigating in vivo and in vitro changes or both. Studies also include animal models of CRS. Almost all have been conducted in Asia. The genome-wide studies of DNA methylation found differences in global methylation between CRSwNP and controls, while others specifically found significant differences in methylation of the CpG sites of the thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP), IL-8, and PLAT. In addition, DNA methyltransferase inhibitors and histone deacetylase inhibitors were studied as potential therapeutic agents. Majority of the studies investigating non-coding RNAs focused on micro-RNAs (miRNA) and found differences in global expression of miRNA levels. These studies also revealed some previously known as well as novel targets and pathways such as tumor necrosis factor alpha, TGF beta-1, IL-10, EGR2, aryl hydrocarbon receptor, PI3K/AKT pathway, mucin secretion, and vascular permeability. Overall, the studies have found a dysregulation in pathways/genes involving inflammation, immune regulation, tissue remodeling, structural proteins, mucin secretion, arachidonic acid metabolism, and transcription.

Conclusions

Epigenetic studies in CRS subjects suggest that there is likely a major impact of the environment. However, these are association studies and do not directly imply pathogenesis. Longitudinal studies in geographically and racially diverse population cohorts are necessary to quantify genetic vs. environmental risks for CRSwNP and CRS without nasal polyps and assess heritability risk, as well as develop novel biomarkers and therapeutic agents.
Sustainable urban forms in the Arabian Gulf: an evidence-based analysis of Kuwaiti social housing neighborhoods at Jaber Al-Ahmed City
Authors: Al-Ansari Mae , AlKhaled Saud
Published: May 2023

In September 2015, the State of Kuwait signed the UN’s 2030 Agenda, committing to all 17 of its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which include the building of sustainable cities and communities through initiatives such as social housing. In response, the New Kuwait Vision 2035 has witnessed a shift in approach to the social housing paradigm at the state level. This paper examines the status of recent social housing projects in Jaber Al-Ahmed City, Kuwait, through a critical, evidence-based analysis of the decision-making processes and urban-architectural products that shaped its development. The mixed-methods data for this case study were generated via archival research and semi-structured interviews supplemented with field observations to evaluate the local and international sustainability agendas implemented in the city as process and product. Principles of Sustainable Urban Forms are implemented for the evaluation. The article also presents evidence of local urban practices (resident appropriation and participation), legitimized environmental practices, and community wellbeing. It concludes with recommendations for resolving issues in the current processes around the design and implementation of sustainable urban forms to inform future social housing developments. These recommendations for sustainable social housing in Kuwait provide an opportunity to revisit and reconsider the core values of sustainability while adding to the multiplicity of its definitions. Although recent social housing projects in Kuwait may demonstrate an overall effective process-to-product procedure as a means of architectural production that addresses the country’s housing demand, important aspects remain in question with regard to sustainable built environments.
Teaching computer programming: impact of Brown and Wilson's didactical principles
Authors: Belmar Hector
Published: May 2023

This research studies the effects of the application of didactics to the teaching of computer programming, focusing on programming skills in the Python computer language. The problem arises from the failure and dropout rates of students in computer programming in computer science careers in INACAP and the consequent interest in promoting better learning. The general objective is to study the effects of an innovative methodology, based on Brown and Wilson's didactic principles, on the teaching process of Python programming in computer science students at INACAP. The theoretical framework is based on the didactics of teaching computer programming and the concepts of computational thinking skills of various theoretical references, and in particular on the didactic principles of Brown and Wilson. This research is carried out with a quantitative methodology of explanatory scope and with a quasi-experimental design, with a purposive sample, for the experimental stage the sample will consist of 100 first year undergraduate students of Computer Science, of which 50 will be the experimental group and 50 will be the control group. The hypothesis proposed is that “The students in the experimental group obtain a higher performance when applying Brown and Wilson's didactic principles than the students in the control group who are taught in a traditional way.” The data collection technique used will be a 45-question multiple-choice test. The data analysis will be performed by applying statistical criteria, comparison of means and variances, among others.
Compound danshen dripping pills vs. nitrates for stable angina pectoris: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Zhang Mengying , Wang Wenjia , Sun He , Zhai Jingbo , Hu Yunhui
Published: May 2023

Background

Long-term use of nitrates for treating stable angina pectoris (SAP) may lead to patients' tolerance to nitrates. As a traditional Chinese medicine, Compound danshen dropping pills (CDDP) is beneficial for patients with SAP. This study aimed to critically assess the efficacy and safety of CDDP vs. nitrates for SAP.

Methods

PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane library, CNKI, Wanfang Digital Periodicals, and Chinese Science and Technology Periodicals database were searched from inception to April 2023. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing CDDP with nitrates for SAP were included. The meta-analysis was conducted to estimate the pooled effect.

Results

Twenty-nine studies were included for the statistical analysis. The meta-analyses with the random-effect model indicated that CDDP could significantly increase the effective rate in symptom improvement compared with nitrates (Pooled 9 RCTs, OR = 1.95, 95% CI: 1.25–3.05, P = 0.003, duration of 4 weeks; Pooled 4 RCTs, OR = 3.45, 95% CI: 1.84–6.48, P = 0.0001, duration of 6 weeks; Pooled 13 RCTs, OR = 4.02, 95% CI: 2.14–7.57, P < 0.0001, duration of 8 weeks). The meta-analyses with the random-effect model indicated that CDDP could significantly increase the effective rate in electrocardiogram improvement compared with nitrates (Pooled 5 RCTs, OR = 1.60, 95% CI: 1.02–2.52, P = 0.04, duration of 4 weeks; Pooled 3 RCTs, OR = 2.47, 95% CI: 1.60–3.82, P < 0.0001, duration of 6 weeks; Pooled 11 RCTs, OR = 3.43, 95% CI: 2.68–4.38, P < 0.00001, duration of 8 weeks). The incidence of adverse drug reactions in the CDDP group was lower than that in the nitrates group (Pooled 23 RCTs, OR = 0.15, 95% CI: 0.1–0.21, P < 0.00001). The results of the meta-analyses with fixed-effect model were similar with above results. The levels of the evidence ranged from very low to low.

Conclusion

The present study suggests that CDDP with the duration of at least 4 weeks can be considered as an alternative to nitrates for treating SAP. However, more high-quality RCTs are still needed to confirm these findings.

Systematic Review Registration

https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42022352888, identifier [CRD42022352888].
Corticotropin releasing factor-1 receptor antagonism associated with favorable outcomes of male reproductive health biochemical parameters
Authors: Khattab Ahmed , Charlton R. Will
Published: May 2023

Background

Disruption in androgen profiles and testicular adrenal rest tumors in males with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) can negatively affect sexual activity and fertility. Adrenal hyperandrogenism suppresses gonadotropin secretion and testicular adrenal rest tumors (TARTS), despite being noncancerous lesions, cause obstructive azoospermia and impaired testosterone (T) production. Circulating T in men with uncontrolled CAH is often predominantly adrenal in origin, which is reflected in high androstenedione/testosterone ratios (A4/T). Therefore, decreased luteinizing hormone (LH) levels and an increased A4/T are markers of impaired fertility in these individuals.

Methods

Oral tildacerfont 200 to 1000 mg once daily (QD) (n=10) or 100 to 200 mg twice daily (n=9 and 7) for 2 weeks (Study 201), and 400 mg QD (n=11) for 12 weeks (Study 202). Outcomes measured changes from baseline in A4, T, A4/T, and LH.

Results

Mean T levels increased in Study 201 from 375.5 ng/dL to 390.5 ng/dL at week 2 (n=9), 485.4 ng/dL at week 4 (n=4) and 420.7 ng/dL at week 6 (n=4). In Study 202, T levels fluctuated in the normal range from 448.4 ng/dL at baseline to 412.0 ng/dL at week 12. Mean LH levels increased in Study 201 from 0.68 IU/L to 1.59 IU/L at week 2 (n=10), 1.62 IU/L at week 4 (n=5) and 0.85 IU/L at week 6 (n=4). In Study 202, mean LH levels increased from 0.44 IU/L at baseline to 0.87 IU/L at week 12. Mean A4/T decreased across both studies. In Study 201, the mean A4/T changed from a baseline of 1.28 to 0.59 at week 2 (n=9), 0.87 at week 4 (n=4), and 1.03 at week 6 (n=4). In Study 202, the A4/T decreased from baseline of 2.44 to 0.68 at week 12. Four men were hypogonadal at baseline; all experienced improved A4/T and 3/4 (75%) reached levels <1.

Conclusion

Tildacerfont treatment demonstrated clinically meaningful reductions in A4 levels, and A4/T with concomitant increased LH levels indicating increased testicular T production. The data suggests improvement in hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis function, but more data is required to confirm favorable male reproductive health outcomes.