bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Relações entre metodologia ativa, avaliação formativa e aprendizagem discente no curso de engenharia mecânica
Authors: Freitas Rodolfo Enrique Perdomo , Fontana Maria Iolanda , Zatti Angela Helena
Published: April 2021

O presente trabalho trata de uma pesquisa-ação que investiga a relação entre metodologias ativas e avaliação formativa da aprendizagem, no ensino da disciplina de Fundamentos da Engenharia Mecânica Automobilística - FEMA - do curso de graduação de Engenharia Mecânica, da Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná. Apresenta-se a proposta metodológica adotada no desenvolvimento da disciplina e, também, como fora avaliada a aprendizagem dos alunos em função dos objetivos de ensino. Essa proposta tem como fundamento a perspectiva formativa da avaliação da aprendizagem, de característica investigativa e democratizadora, presente no debate sobre o tema, principalmente na obra de Luckesi (2008, 2018). Descreve-se a realização das avaliações e acompanhamento diagnóstico e interventivo, por meio de uma planilha para a visualização pelo professor do desempenho discente e, quando necessário, a revisão do ensino e da metodologia. Finalmente, se faz uma breve análise sobre os resultados, destacando que vincular metodologias ativas com a avaliação diagnóstica, contínua e formativa elevou a aprendizagem e reduziu a repetência e a evasão discente, como também alertou para a necessidade de interdisciplinaridade e contextualização dos conteúdos na disciplina.
Estado do conhecimento: interculturalidade crítica na América Latina
Authors: De Assis Sabrina Schade Garcia , Rosa Maria Geralda Oliver
Published: April 2021

O artigo apresenta o estado do conhecimento sobre a temática “pedagogia decolonial”, publicada no recorte temporal de 2009-2019 pelos mecanismos da plataforma SciELO. Objetiva-se com este levantamento mapear as publicações sobre essa temática na América Latina como forma de identificar as recorrências de tendências investigativas nesse cenário. A metodologia utilizada foi a pesquisa do tipo “estado do conhecimento” que tem como finalidade levantar dados sobre o conhecimento produzido a respeito do tema, por meio do mapeamento das obras já publicadas. Durante o percurso, identificou-se nove produções distribuídas da seguinte forma: quatro no Brasil, três no México, uma em Porto Rico e outra no Chile. Compreende-se, nessa análise, a possibilidade de atuação contra a agenda hegemônica, tendo em vista um contraprojeto que se edifica a partir da contestação da realidade concreta, que desde a Modernidade vem estruturando, instituindo e aprimorando um formato cada vez mais racista-colonial-patriarcal de sociedade. Os resultados refletem poucas publicações na plataforma SciELO, além de um longo espaço entre as publicações e nenhum estudo com ênfase sobre a formação de professores.
Crime e castigo: breves notas sobre presídios brasileiros e penas alternativas
Authors: Florêncio Roberto Remígio , Costa Enio Silva da
Published: April 2021

Os presídios brasileiros são lugares de depósitos de seres humanos, históricos e duplamente marginalizados pela sociedade. O desprezo aos internos do sistema carcerário brasileiro e o preconceito aos egressos desse sistema dificultam o processo de ressocialização e entrada ou retorno ao mundo do trabalho e da dignidade. O presente manuscrito objetiva lançar uma luz sobre as propostas de alternativas às penas de prisão, ao tempo que indica possibilidades de mudanças paradigmáticas em relação aos encarcerados. A metodologia é baseada na revisão bibliográfica e análise documental, tendo como suporte a Legislação Prisional atualizada, observando as normas e os decretos que versam sobre a aplicação de penas alternativas e o sistema educacional dentro dos presídios. Nas conclusões, os autores apontam para a formação de uma consciência humanizada sobre a mercantilização das vidas encarceradas, em relação direta com o processo de educação para a vida, dentro e fora dos presídios brasileiros.
PEMANFAATAN KAHOOT DALAM MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI DAN PRESTASI BELAJAR IPS BAGI SISWA KELAS VIIA SMPN 1 BATURETNO WONOGIRI
Authors: Kavinji Mr.
Published: April 2021

Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk meningkatkan motivasi dan prestasi belajar IPS melalui pemanfaatan kahoot bagi siswa kelas VIIA SMPN 1 Baturetno Kabupaten Wonogiri semester 2 tahun pelajaran 2019/2020. Penelitian dilaksanakan di kelas VIIA SMPN 1 Baturetno Wonogiri semester 2 tahun pelajaran 2019/2020. Subyek penelitian adalah siswa di kelas VIIA sebanyak 30 orang yang terdiri dari 11 orang siswa laki-laki dan 19 orang siswa perempuan. Prosedur penelitian mengikuti penelitian tindakan kelas yang dikembangkan oleh Kurt Lewin. Penelitian dilaksanakan dalam 2 siklus dan setiap siklus terdiri dari tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, pengamatan, dan refleksi. Berdasarkan hasil pengamatan selama proses pembelajaran, serta hasil penilaian diri terkait isian angket motivasi belajar dan pencapaian nilai tes prestasi belajar pada akhir pembelajaran, pemanfaatan Kahoot di setiap awal proses pembelajaran terbukti mampu meningkatkan motivasi dan prestasi belajar IPS bagi siswa kelas VIIA SMPN 1 Baturetno semester 2 tahun pelajaran 2019/2020. Siswa semakin antusias untuk mengikuti proses pembelajaran dan hasil penilaian harian pun menjadi lebih meningkat. Oleh karena itu, berdasarkan bukti secara teoritik maupun empirik, dapat diperoleh kesimpulan bahwa pemanfaatan Kahoot dapat meningkatkan motivasi dan prestasi belajar IPS bagi siswa kelas VIIA SMPN 1 Baturetno semester 2 tahun pelajaran 2019/2020.
Gembala Sidang sebagai Pengajar dalam Timotius dan Titus
Authors: Bambangan Malik Darius
Published: April 2021

Peranan gembala sidang dalam jemaat sangat menentukan pertumbuhan iman jemaat tersebut.  Oleh sebab itu sangat diperlukan kinerja yang dapat memberi manfaat kepada anggota jemaatnya.  Dalam hal ini gembala sidang memiliki peran penting untuk memberikan pertumbuhan iman kepada setiap anggota jemaatnya.  Gembala sidang berperan penting untuk memberikan pastoralia kepada jemaat, namun juga bertindak sebagai pengajar bagi anggota jemaatnya.  Tujuan peneletian ini adalah untuk menemukan peran gembala sidang yang juga sebagai pengajar bagi jemaat menurut kitab Timotius dan Titus.  Metode yang digunakan adalah dengan mengumpulkan data-data literatur melalui studi dari sumber-sumber yang berhubungan dengan maksud penelitian ini.  Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah gembala sidang memiliki peran ganda yakni; sebagai gembala sidang dan pengajar bagi jemaat menurut kitab Timotius dan Titus.  Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah gembala sidang selain melaksanakan pastoralia bagi jemaat, juga berperan sebagai pengajar dalam memberikan pertumbuhan iman bagi anggota jemaatnya.
PENDIDIKAN ROHANI YANG EFEKTIF BAGI ANAK SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Zamasi Sozanolo
Published: April 2021

Anak adalah titipan Tuhan dan bagian dari sebuah keluarga, sehingga anak perlu diperhatikan, dibina dan dididik bukan saja dalam kebutuhan jasmani tetapi lebih didalam kebutuhan secara rohani. Pendidikan rohani sangat penting karena dapat membentuk pola pikir anak. Firman Tuhan menjelaskan bahwa, "Didiklah orang muda menurut jalan yang patut baginya maka masa tuanyapun ia tidak akan menyimpang dari dari jalan itu." (Amsal 22:6) Apabila seorang anak dididik dengan sungguh-sungguh tentang Firman Tuhan, maka dia akan mengalami pertumbuhan rohani yang baik dan sampai kapanpun anak itu tidak akan meninggalkan ajaran Tuhan.
TEORI TENTANG KEDAULTAN ALLAH DALAM MISI
Authors: Illu Jonidius
Published: April 2021

Manusia adalah pribadi yang mulia dan berbeda dengan ciptaan lain oleh karena diciptakan menurut gambar dan rupa Allah dan, diberi hikmat oleh Allah tidak seperti ciptaan lain dan diberi mandat langsung dari Allah, baik mandat ilahi dan mandat budaya. Manusia hadir di bumi dengan tujuan agar segenap hidupnya mempermuliakan Allah dalam berbagai aspek, Allah memberikan tanggungjawab, namun manusia telah gagal dalam tahap ini oleh karena manusia tidak bertanggungjawab ketika diberi perintah, yaitu semua buah pohon boleh kamu makan tetapi pohon pengetahuan tentang yang baik dan jahat jangan kamu memakannya nanti kamu mati (Kej. 3), akibatnya manusia menjadi rusak akibat dosa (Roma 3:23) dan efeknya semua manusia menjadi rusak secara total dan tidak ada wewenang yang mutlak untuk memperbaiki diri seperti keadaan semula ketika manusia diciptakan. Hubungan yang harmonis karena Allah yang beranugrah bagi manusia dalam menggenapkan covenan-Nya bagi manusia. Orang percaya yang sudah menikmati covenan tersebut perlu bersikap respon yang baik dalam hal tersebut.
PANDANGAN ALKITAB DALAM PERJANJIAN BARU TERHADAP PRAKTIK MINYAK URAPAN PADA GEREJA MASA KINI
Authors: Mau Marthem
Published: April 2021

Riset ini mengupas tentang pandangan Alkitab Perjanjian Baru terhadap praktik minyak urapan pada gereja masa kini. Pada hakikatnya kelebihan mengonsumsi minyak atau makanan yang berminyak akan menimbulkan berisiko kolesterol tinggi. Namun, pemaparan pandangan Alkitab Perjanjian Baru terhadap praktik minyak urapan pada gereja masa kini yang diteliti, khususnya  minyak tidak mengandung kolesterol, melainkan mendatangkan obat yang menyembuhkan tubuh, jiwa, dan roh.
PENGIMPUTASIAN KEBENARAN KRISTUS: AJARAN ALKITAB ATAU PENALARAN DOGMATIS
Authors: Mak Dick
Published: April 2021

Discussions about the meaning of imputation play an important role in the spirtuality of believers. This research attempts to show the meaning of justification in the Christians life of believers as imputation of Christ's truth. The Lord Jesus did not sin at all in his life. So, the truth refers to right behavior or life, not to status. This research examines how the development of thought in the modern age has made significant contributions to Christianity. This view stems from a new approach to Paul's theology, called The New Perspective on Paul. This research shows how faith is a means of imputing that truth. In Romans 4 the truths which are accounted for to the believer are not explained further. But in Philippians 3: 9 and 2 Corinthians 5:21 we find the terms "righteousness of God" and "righteousness which comes from God". These two passages lend support to the dogmatic term iustitia aliena, 'foreign' truth, which does not originate with the believer himself.
Assessment of carcinogenic risk caused by the impact of the environmental factors on urban population health
Authors: Rakitskii Valery N. , Stepkin Yuriy I. , Klepikov Oleg V. , Kurolap Semyon A.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. The high level of environmental pollution in industrial cities, including carcinogens, causes an unacceptable risk to public health. In this regard, a quantitative risk assessment is required to develop preventive measures to reduce it. The aim of the study was to assess the carcinogenic risk to the health of the population of an industrialized city, caused by the probable presence of carcinogens in the ambient air, drinking water of the centralized water supply system, and the soil of the residential area. Material and research methods. The laboratory control of the content of carcinogens in environmental objects of the city of Voronezh for 2017-2020 was used as the reference data. The carcinogenic risk was assessed under the provisions of Guideline R. 2.1.10.1920-04 “Guidelines for assessing the risk to public health when exposed to chemicals that pollute the environment.” Results. Taking into account the regional peculiarities of the composition of pollutant emissions into the atmospheric air, 1,3-butadiene (source - production of synthetic rubber) should be classified as priority carcinogens requiring systematic monitoring and measures to reduce emissions and, accordingly, concentrations in the surface layer of atmospheric air and chromium6+ compounds (the main source is an aircraft plant), which contribute 69.9-75.7% and 21.7-26.9%, respectively, to the total values of the individual carcinogenic risk, which exceeds the maximum permissible level (1 • 10-4). The carcinogenic risk from exposure to drinking water pollutants (halogenated organic substances) and soil (under the scenario of accidental ingestion by preschool children) is below the maximum permissible risk (1 • 10-4). Conclusion. It is necessary to pay attention to increasing the sensitivity of the applied laboratory control methods, expanding the list of controlled carcinogenic pollutants, improving the monitoring system of carcinogens, and implementing measures to reduce the carcinogenic risk associated with atmospheric air pollution.
Heavy metals and the "Chernobyl trace" in the bottom sediments of the internal reservoir: The Gulf of Kaliningrad
Authors: Bogdanov Nikolay A. , Bass Oleg V. , Savostina Olga A. , Yermolayev Boris V. , Lyapounov Sergey M.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. The article contains the results of a study of environmental hazards and threats to public health from the accumulation of heavy metals (HM) and the activity of man-made and natural radionuclides (NRN) in the bottom sediments of the inner reservoir r - the Kaliningrad Bay at the turn of the XX-XXI centuries (1986-2019). The Consumption of polluted resources (seafood, bottom sediments as fertilizers, and mineral raw materials) can negatively affect residents’ health of not only this region. The problems are considered: 1) the mechanism and intensity of the long-term accumulation of Hg and other HMs, 2) the activity of the 137Cs isotope (“Chernobyl trace”) and NRN in comparison with the radiation state of the beach Sands in Latvia, 3) the biomedical threats from the factors considered. Results. The water’s closed area led to the role of the bay as a giant trap of sedimentary material and pollutants. Hg in the water reached dangerous concentrations of 0.15-0.6 mcg/l (MPC = 0.5 mcg/l). The accumulation of Hg in the bottom sediments of the Gulf estuary and Primorskaya Bay has reached a low level of pollution over 20 years (Norwegian criteria: from 50-90 to 155-252 mcg/kg) and has approached the safe limit - the target level (300 mcg/kg - the national, regional standard and Dutch lists of the pollutants). The Hg content also increased in the background (from 23 to 82 mcg/kg). The most dangerous foci of sanitary and toxicological hazard (Zc-t index (AgPbCoW) >6, up to 13) coincide with the borders of dangerous accumulation of the sum of HM (Zc(MnCrVNiCoAgZnPbSnW) >34, up to 61) and Hg (>100-150 mcg/kg). The initial activity of 137Cs in the Baltics decreased, Bq/kg: from 110 (beaches of Latvia) to 104 and 99 (bottom sediments; coasts of Lithuania, Kaliningrad region, and Poland). The specific activity of NRN in the bottom sediments of the Gulf (510-572 Bq/kg) is below the safe level (740 Bq/kg); handling them has no restrictions. Conclusions. An increase in the amount of Hg causes the danger. The trend requires research and monitoring, including Hg in seafood and biomonitoring.
The role of environmental factors in the realization of the epidemic process on ascariasis
Authors: Martsev Anton A.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. Ascariasis is one of the most common parasitic diseases that infect about 1.5 million people in the world every year. In Russia, from 40 to 60 thousand cases are registered annually. To make effective management decisions on sanitary-epidemiological and preventive measures, the search for environmental factors that potentially affect the epidemic process of ascariasis in the Vladimir region was carried out. Materials and methods. The study analyzed archived statistical data on the incidence of ascariasis in the population, the state of the environment (air, water, and soil pollution), the socio-economic situation (unemployment rate, average salary, number of doctors and nurses, housing provision), as well as climate indices (average monthly temperature, number of days in a month with precipitation, humidity and snow cover) in the region. Statistical data processing and correlation and regression analysis were performed using the Statistica software. The maps were built and edited using the ArcView 3.1 GIS program and the standard Paint computer program. Results. The incidence of ascariasis in the region is characterized by significant diversity. Statistically reliable correlations of morbidity with environmental indices were obtained, and a mathematical equation was constructed using linear regression to predict the level of morbidity in the region. Conclusion. In the epidemiology of ascariasis in the Vladimir region, a leading role retains climatic, environmental indices determining the possibility of developing eggs of ascarids in the environment to the infective stage. A regional factor that affects the epidemiological process (indirectly through the suppression of the protective functions of the child’s body and reducing the development time of Ascaris eggs) is air pollution by stationary objects. The data obtained can assess the risk of infection with ascariasis to ensure biological safety in the region.
Environmental factors and cardiovascular diseases
Authors: Chaulin Aleksey M. , Duplyakov Dmitry V.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. New advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), as practice shows, are not able to significantly improve the statistical indicators of morbidity and mortality of CVD. This fact indicates that there are additional factors and mechanisms that are important to consider, both for prevention and for the most optimal management of patients. Recently, the relationship between environmental and lifestyle factors with CVD has been actively studied. However, despite understanding the relationship between environmental factors and various diseases, including CVD, the mechanisms by which specific factors increase or decrease the risk of developing CVD are not yet fully understood, and a number of studies are contradictory. The aim of our work was to generalize existing data on the impact of such critical environmental factors as air pollution and solar insolation on the cardiovascular system, as well as to comprehensively discuss the mechanisms by which these environmental factors can participate in the development and progression of CVD. To achieve our work’s goal, we analyzed modern foreign literature using the PubMed database. Conclusion. According to numerous experimental and clinical studies, air pollution and solar insolation deficiency play an essential role in developing CVD and the aggravation of patients with various CVD (atherosclerosis, hypertension, coronary heart disease, heart failure, myocardial infarction, and stroke). Thus, air pollution and lack of solar insolation can be considered as critical risk factors for CVD. Future research should focus on the study and establishment of specific pathogenetic mechanisms by which environmental factors affect the cardiovascular system’s health to develop effective treatment and prevention measures.
Comparative physiological and hygienic assessment of the personal protective equipment EP-4(0) in the various assembly according to human thermal state indices
Authors: Burmistrova Olga V. , Perov Sergey Yu. , Konshina Tatyana A.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. The article presents results of the study of the impact of the personal protective equipment EP-4 (0) in various assembly (overalls, jacket and trousers, jacket and semi-overall) from power frequency electric field and electrical shock on the thermal state of workers in a heating environment at air temperature 34.8 ○C and relative humidity 48%. Materials and methods. The study involved three men aged 35.3±4.6 years. They did the physical exercise for 40 minutes, had comfortable relaxation for 30 minutes after work. Recorded indices included skin temperature and moisture sensation score on 11 parts of the body, body temperature in the ear canal, heart rate, clothes temperature, heat sensation score, moisture loss, moisture evaporation efficiency. Results. Overalls using had the highest values of heat content, moisture score, heart rate changes, and body temperature increment. Heat content index in the body reached maximum permissible value using overalls earlier than other configurations. Conclusion. The research data showed overalls have the most significant impact on the human thermal state, jacket and trousers have the least impact, jacket and semi-overall take an intermediate place. The configuration including jacket and trousers, jacket and semi-overall under specific operating conditions is the most optimal. Such PPE assembly can be recommended for use in the open area in the summer season at an air temperature of 35 ○C and above, subject to protective requirements.
Management of sanitary supervision of occupational health at oil refineries and petrochemical plants (analytical review)
Authors: Krasovsky Vladimir O. , Yakhina Margarita R.
Published: April 2021

Relevance. Occupational health (factory medicine) as applied medical science provides sanitary inspection practice with theoretical generalizations for rational holding and increase in efficiency of control (supervising) actions. Currently, oil processing and petrochemical plants showed scientific and technical progress with the implementation of new technologies and automation of production, toughening of requirements of industrial safety, and labor protection. But this industry still represents technically difficult huge complexes of the fire and explosion hazardous equipment with harmful intensive chemical and noise effects on the environment and in the first turn, on the workers. Among objects of sanitary inspection in any region of the enterprise, oil processing and petrochemistry represent various conglomerates of the main, the auxiliary and providing production of the demanding special receptions in the analysis and preventions of their harm and danger not only to workers, but also to the population. Aim of the study. To analyze existing hygienic characteristics and requirements to factors of the production environment and work, for the modem enterprises of oil processing and petrochemistry in control (supervising) actions for the increase in efficiency of the leading function of service for managing and supervision in ensuring sanitary and epidemiologic wellbeing of the population of the Russian Federation, consumer protection and rendering the methodical help to practical employees of service. Conclusions. The most relevant documents are selected and literature sources are listed to optimize the leading function of the Federal Service for Supervision in the Field of Consumer Rights Protection and Human Well-being for control and supervision in the field of ensuring the sanitary and epidemiological well-being of the population of the Russian Federation and consumer rights protection.
Changes in blood circulation and the central nervous system functions in 4–10 year children with visual impairment
Authors: Popova Tatyana V. , Kokoreva Elena G. , Kourova Olga G.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. Visual impairment is the most common disturbances during the child development in preschool and primary school age. Such children need care with the health-improving technology based on scientific knowledge about the characteristics of their psychophysiological functions. The aim of the study is to identify development-related changes in blood circulation and central nervous system functions in 4-10 year healthy children and cases with visual impairments. Materials and methods. A total of 380 children were examined by electrocardiography, electroencephalography, registration of neurodynamic processes, analysis of the tactile function, and self-assessment of anxiety. Results. In subjects with visual impairment, an increase in age-related heterochronism in the development of psychophysiological functions was revealed. The accuracy indices of time intervals and tactile sensitivity of the skin of the fingers were higher, and the indices of physical development, kinematometry, and mobility of nervous processes in many age groups are lower than in healthy ones. Such adaptive changes were accompanied by an increase in functional stress. So, for example, in preschool children from 4 to 6 years, when analyzing the structure of the heart rhythm, an increase in the values of the stress index was noted (from 148.08 ± 3.32 to 220.08 ± 3.62 c.u.; p < 0.05). Conclusion. Judging by the high values of activity indices of the central mechanisms of heart rhythm regulation, anxiety, and the nature of bioelectric changes on the EEG, the “price” of age-related adaptation in children with sensory impairments rises. It contributes to the development of disadaptation. The conclusion is made about the need to develop effective means of psychophysical correction of children with visual impairments, taking into account the nature of age-related changes.
Analysis of toxicity of iron oxide nanocomposite encapsulated in a polymer matrix of arabinogalactan
Authors: Titov Eugeny A. , Sosedova Larisa M. , Novikov Mkhail A.
Published: April 2021

Introduction. The article presents a toxicity analysis of the Fe3O4 nanocomposite encapsulated in the natural polymer matrix of arabinogalactan (AG). A study was devoted to forming and developing the biological response of organisms to subacute administration of this nanocomposite. Materials and methods. White outbred male rats weighing 200-220 gr. were used in this study. For ten days, a test drug solution was administered orally to animals with a probe at a dose of 500 μg of iron per kilogram of body weight. Then, using histological and immunohistochemical analysis methods, the severity of the biological response of the organism to the introduction of this nanocomposite was evaluated. An analysis was made of the state of tissue of the liver, kidneys, and sensorimotor cortex. The number of neurons with the proapoptotic caspase three protein expression, anti-apoptotic bcl-2 protein, and HSP 70 stress protein was determined in the sensorimotor cortex tissue. Results. With intragastric administration to experimental animals, there was a violation of normal blood rheology in liver and kidney tissue, protein dystrophy of hepatocytes, expansion of perivascular spaces of brain tissue, and a decrease in the total number of sensorimotor cortex neurons per unit area. Immunohistochemical analysis of tissue of the sensorimotor cortex for expression of pro-and anti-apoptotic proteins and the expression of HSP 70 protein showed a sharp increase in the number of neurons with the expression of HSP 70 stress protein. Discussion. The nature of the detected changes indicates the occurrence of compensatory-adaptive reactions in the organism in response to the effect of FeAG. The lack of expression of caspase 3 protein eliminates the development of apoptosis.
A Review of Preventive Health Care in Geriatrics through Ayurveda
Authors: Burdak Shanker Lal , Gupta Nisha
Published: April 2021

Ayurveda is basically the science of life and longevity. Ageing is a process of physical, psychological and social change in multi dimensional aspects. According to the Ayurveda, ageing is outcome of kala or parinama. Vata dosha is the most important factor in the pathophysiology of ageing obviously because of its natural predominance at that stage of life. Ayurveda advocates an excellent approach for promotion of health, prevention of diseases and delaying the process of ageing with number of measures mentioned in svastha chatushka and rasayanadhyaya of charakasamhita, time to time panchakarma and various herbal drugs. Jarachikitsa or Rasayana in Ayurveda is a unique therapeutic methodology to delay ageing and to minimize the intensity of problems occuring in this degenerative phase of one's life. Prevention and management of health problems could help the elderly to improve quality of life and remain self dependant for their daily activities to maximum possible extent.
Anti microbial activity of different dosage forms of Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia Linn.) taila, An Ayurvedic formulation
Authors: J Acharya M , R Singh T , J Patgiri B
Published: April 2021

Â  Â  Â  Â  Â  Â Psoralea corylifolia Linn. commonly known as â€œBakuchiâ€ used in Indian traditional medicine. Ayurveda for the treatment of leucoderma, scabies, leprosy, psoriasis, dermatitis etc. Bakuchi taila is one of the Ayurvedic formulation which is used externally in skin disease. Hence, an attempt has been made to convert Bakuchi taila into its different dosage forms and to evaluate anti microbial activity against gram positive and gram negative bacilli. Bakuchi taila, Bakuchi gel, Bakuchi siktha taila and Bakuchi ointment possess significant anti microbial activity against Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumonia. These results confirmed that potential of Bakuchi seeds (Psoralea corylifolia Linn.) in the development of Ayurvedic topical skin formulations.Â
A review study on Uttarabasti of Kumari Taila in the management of Vandhyatva w.s.r. Fallopian Tubal blockage
Authors: Baraiya Hetal P , Donga Shilpa B , P Dei L , Chauhan Kashyap
Published: April 2021

Â  Â  Â  Â  Â  Â Tubal blockage is one of the most essential causative factors for female infertility. It is the need of the era that a secure, more expenditure effectual and absolute therapy of this sensitive problem should be developed. This review study is an attempt to evaluate the efficacy of Kumari Taila Uttarabasti in tubal blockage. Patients of child bearing age with active marital life of 1 year or more having complaint of failure to conceive with at least one fallopian tube blocked diagnosed by Hysterosalpingography (HSG) were selected. The data of Total four studies of different scholars has been taken for review is being presented here. Out of total 67 registered patients, 61 patients completed the course of treatment, with 53.73% unilateral and 46.27% bilateral tubal blockage. Kumari Taila (5 ml) Intrauterine Uttarabasti was given for 6 days (with interval of three days in between), after completion of menses for two consecutive cycles. The tubal patency was found in 62.69% of patients and conception was achieved in 20.90% without any complication. Uttarabasti is an imperative and an exclusive Ayurvedic procedure stated in classics particularly for the management of Vandhyatva and other gynecological disorders. Kumari Taila Uttarabasti is a highly effective procedure for treating tubal blockage with no apparent evidence of complication.Â
The Role of Matra Basti with Bala taila in Sandhigata Vata w.s.r to ability to Climbing stairs in patients of osteoarthritis - Knee Joint
Authors: Anurag Vats , Shreyasi Bharadwaj , Satish Sharma , . Richa
Published: April 2021

Aims and Objectives: Aim to investigate whether the procedure of Matra Basti with Bala Taila has any effect on the symptom of difficulty in climbing up-stairs and down-stairs in the patients of Osteoarthritis of Knee Joints.Materials and Methods: A total of 20 patients having Osteoarthritis of knee joints were included in theÂ Â Â  present study. Patients were administered with â€œMatra Basti using Bala Tailaâ€ after giving snehan and svedana to them. The time of administration of Basti, time of expulsion and samyaka anuvasita lakshanas were noted on each day. The readings for climbing up-stairs and climbing down-stairs were noted before treatment and after treatment of 7 days.Observation: Twenty patients of osteoarthritis of knee joint of age group 40 to 70 years irrespective of sex, religion and socioeconomic status were included for the study. Patients having systemic disorders, which might interfere with the treatment and those having traumatic conditions were not part of study.Results: The study showed significant improvement in Ability to climbing up-stairs and down-stairs scores after administration of Matra Basti with Bala Taila.Conclusion: The administration Matra Basti of Bala Taila has significant results in the management of the symptom of difficulty in climbing up-stairs and down-stairs in the patients of Osteoarthritis of Knee JointsÂ
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis is an Age Related Physiological Change and not A Disease
Authors: Hadapad Basavaraj S
Published: April 2021

For the past few decades it is taught at medical schools that hormonal and calcium deficiencies are the main culprit in causation of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.Â  Because of this myth, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been used increasingly to prevent and cure PMO by the medical graduates at global level. The very definition of â€œnormalityâ€ is flawed seriously. The statistical mean plus/minus two standard deviations automatically brings in five per cent of normal people into the fold of patients-the false positives. This goes up to 25% when disease statistics are used to measure healthy people. If we extend this definition further, almost all will come under the umbrella of patients! Age related osteoporosis falls under this label.Â
Heat Adaptability Mechanisms of Greeshma Ritu
Authors: KL Ramesh Kumar , Nikam Pallavi , AS Baghel , Vyas Hitesh , Vyas Mahesh
Published: April 2021

India being a tropical country experiences very strong summer season for April to July in different regions of the country, there are numerous deaths are reported every year due to heat wave across the country. Nature has consistent influence on health of human beings; the body exerts its constant effort to acclimatize to varying climatic conditions. The concept of Ritucharya in Ayurveda aims to establish harmonious relation between man and his surrounding, Greeshma ritu is the strongest season of Adana kaala, during this season human beings and other animals experience huge range of thermoregulation. Understanding Greeshma ritu climatologically and the mechanism of bodyâ€™s thermoregulation along with seasonal regimens enable better application of Ritucharya in clinical practice.Â
Effect of Pramehamihira taila in the management of Madhumehaja paadadaaha w.s.r to Diabetic sensory neuropathy
Authors: M Mahalakshmi K
Published: April 2021

Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disorder of multiple etiologies. Diabetic neuropathies occur in approximately 50% of individuals with long standing Diabetes. Diabetic foot is one of the commonest chronic complications of Diabetes. In Ayurveda Samhitha, paadadaaha is explained as samanya purvaroopa of Prameha & Daaha is also mentioned as samanya upadrava of Prameha. Paadadaaha is said to be caused due to vitiated Vata & Pitta. Pramehamihira taila has properties such as Vatahara, Pittahara & daaha prashamana. Hence the present clinical study was carried out to assess the effect of Pramehamihira tail in the management of Madhumehaja paadadaaha w.s.r. to Diabetic sensory neuropathy.In this study 30 patients with confirmed diagnosis of paadadaaha were subjected to Paadaabhyanga with Pramehamihira taila for 14 days & assessment of result was done for subjective signs. From statistical analysis, it was evident that, 20 patients (66%) showed good response, 10 patients (44%) showed moderate response & none of the patients showed poor or no response. From the present study it can be concluded that the condition paadadaaha can be managed by Paadaabhyanga with Pramehamihira taila.Â
A Case study of Acne Vulgaris (Youvan Pidika)
Authors: K Goyal D , Sharma Bhawana , Garg Pawan
Published: April 2021

Human faces express and represent their personality and wisdom. According to Ayurveda among the 56 UpangasÂ  face is at the top so everyone and mostly youngsters are most cautious and careful about the beauty of face. Unfortunately skin of the face is affected by certain anomaly in adolescence age which is the golden and wonder period of life. If they find any spot or any minor ailment on face, they spend too much money for beauty purpose. In the present scenario of the people are very much conscious about their health as well as beauty and good looking. Face reflects the personality of person. It is saying that â€œFace is the index of mindâ€. In Ayurvedic texts Acne is termed as Youvan pidika,was very first described by Acharya Sushruta. Youvan pidika means that the disease almost takes place in young age. A great demand from Ayurveda in the field of cosmetology has been established due to its unique concept about beauty and effective, cheaper and long lasting beauty therapy without any side effect. In the present case study Virechan therapy is given to the patient after Snehan karmn followed by Sanshamn karm. Assessment was done after Virechan karm and after Sanshamn karm. A remarkable changes were found in various symptoms after assessment.Â
A traditional way to combat against Streptococcus mutans
Authors: R Prabhakar A , Maganti Rekhamani , P Mythri , Naik Saraswathi V
Published: April 2021

Purpose: This study was conducted to evaluate and compare the antimicrobial activity of conventional Glass ionomer cement, Glass ionomer cement (GIC) with 0.1% (w/w) epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and Glass ionomer cement with 1% (w/w) Curcuma longa against streptococcus mutans.Methods: Children of age group 5-9 years, irrespective of sex, race and socioeconomic status with at least 3 cavitated dentinal lesions in primary molars clinically involving occlusal surface suitable for ART were selected.The dentinal samples were collected three times from each carious tooth, viz. baseline (before excavation of caries), after hand excavation of caries and after 7 days of restoration. The dentinal samples were subjected to microbiological evaluation for Streptococcus mutans count.Results: Experimental groups (Group II and group III) showed statistically significant reduction in Streptococcus mutans counts compared to control group (Conventional Glass ionomer cement). Group II i.e. (Glass ionomer cement with 0.1% (w/w) EGCG) showed significant reduction than Group III i.e. (Glass ionomer cement with 1% (w/w) Curcuma longa).Conclusion: ART technique was successful in reducing the streptococcus mutans load in a carious cavity but significant numbers of residual microbes were still found to be present even after the carious tissue was removed. Restoration of the cavity using EGCG and turmeric modified GIC was able to markedly reduce the S.mutans counts compared to conventional GIC.Â
Conventional care of wounded in Susruta Samhitaâ€”A Review
Authors: V Sreedevi , Tripathy Rabnarayan , NJ Anuja Nair , John Neelima Sherly , P Suresh
Published: April 2021

Wound healing is a physiological process and there are various supportive aids to speedy healing. Acharya Susruta has given due importance to explain about the proper care of a wounded patient irrespective of the cause of wound either surgery or trauma. Injury is a public health problem of enormous magnitude and surgery is another common cause creating the burden of wounds. Statistical data regarding the complications of wound healing and infections of wound is so alarming that there arises a need for retrospection into the conventional concepts of care of a wounded person. Optimal management of the wounded patient is essential as a prophylaxis to surgical site infections and post traumatic complications. The general practitioners with expertise and experience who are an integral part of providing the essential care should appreciate the integrity of a science like Ayurveda and also promote the ideas incorporated in the age old compendiums. Careful management of the wound post traumatically or post operatively is an important part of post wound recovery of the patient. Current care of wounded must be appraised and reassessed for appropriateness and effectiveness. Nutritional status, psychological well-being, environmental and personal hygiene has been long ago recognised as essential in improving the quality of life of the wounded. This article is an attempt to collect and validate these concepts mentioned in Vranitopasaneeya Adhyaya of Susruta.Â
Physico-chemical properties and chromatographic findings of different natural solvent extracts of Vitex negundo Linn.
Authors: Kumar Vivek , Kaur Harmeet , R Galib , K Prajapathi P
Published: April 2021

Introduction: Ayurveda, uses various herbs that are converted into different dosage forms mostly in presence of Jala (water) as solvent. In addition to water; seers also advocated certain other solvents for extraction of active principles from the herbs. Works on using traditional solvents other than water in extracting principles from different herbs are not reported till date. Aims: Considering lack of such evidences, an attempt has been made to prepare Nirgundi Ghana (solid extract of Vitex negundo Linn.) in three different solvents i.e. Jala (water), Kanji (sour gruel) and Gomutra (cowâ€™s urine) and analyze respective physico-chemical profiles. Materials and Methods:Â  Ghana was prepared by classical methods described in Ayurveda. The samples were analyzed through relevant physico-chemical parameters. Results: In pharmaceutical study; yield was found more in presence of Kanji and Gomutra. Physico-chemical profiles showed few differences, but in most of the cases, they were insignificant. Conclusion: Based on preliminary physico-chemical profiles, it cannot be ascertained the usefulness of the finished products in therapeutics. Relevant experimental studies to identify and characterize the active phyto-constituents and evaluate therapeutic utilities of the principles extracted into the respective solvents are essential in further studies.Â
Manuscriptology: Relevance for Ayurveda Research Scholar
Authors: G Sreeja K , Mund Jayashankar , Nambootiri Vishwanathan , Nair Leena P
Published: April 2021

Manuscripts are the treasure of wisdom passed from generation to generation. The art of writing emerged as a way of preserving knowledge that was previously transmitted orally from one generation to the next. Ayurveda developed as a result of the accumulated wisdom and practical experiences of many generations. The knowledge gained by ancient seers of Ayurveda were passed generations through the Manuscripts. Still thousands of valuable unpublished Ayurveda manuscripts are available in Government agencies which can immensely contribute in the development of system. Government of India gives a great importance to procure, preserve and to publish manuscripts. Kerala has exceptionally rich Ayurveda tradition and collection of Manuscripts which required special attention by the Government and from the scholars. The preserved Manuscripts are the invaluable treasure of knowledgeÂ  which can be utilized for the well being of present generation as well as to pass on to the next generation. This study focuses on an introduction to manuscripts in Indian context with special reference to Kerala and discuss the importance of preserving and conserving manuscripts especially for an Ayurvedic research scholar.Â
Pharmacognostical Profiles of Triphala Masi Prepared at Different Levels of Temperature
Authors: Bhatt Griva , Kaur Harmeet , R Harisha C , Ruknuddin Galib , K Prajapati P
Published: April 2021

Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formulation consisting of dried pericarp of three medicinal plants Terminalia chebula Retz., Terminalia bellerica Roxb.Â andÂ Emblica officinalis Gaertn. Masi (Black ash) prepared from this combination is of great use. No pharmacognostical profiles are available on Triphala Masi till date. So the same is attempted in current study. Aim: To evaluate pharmacognostical profiles of Triphala Masi prepared at three different levels of temperature. Materials and Methods: Tripahla Masi was prepared at three different levels of temperature and samples were coded as TM 1, TM 2 and TM 3 and further subjected for pharmacognostical profiles. Results: Loosened walls of epicarp cells were observed in TM 1 sample prepared at 3000C; showed that these cells sustained up to this temp. At 3500C, epicarp cells in the sample TM 2 were seen disturbed. But when heat was increased up to 4000C, only black mass was observed in TM 3 sample. Conclusion: Based on pharmacognostical observations, 4000C temperature is required for preparation of Triphala Masi.Â Â
Vipareeta Malla Taila in the management of diabetic ulcer: A case report
Authors: Surendranath Dhyan , Rao Prasanna N , BJ Gopikrishna , Pathak Avnish
Published: April 2021

Wound management is a common problem, encountered by medical practitioners all over the globe. The development and progression of a diabetic ulcer is made complex by a wide-range of diabetic complications. Without early and optimal intervention, the wound can rapidly deteriorate, leading to amputation of the affected limb. Vipareeta Malla Taila is an oil used in the management of chronic infected wounds mentioned in Ayurveda. A 46 year old Indian man presented with a boil over his left foot with a history of diabetes. After routine examination he underwent incision and drainage followed by daily dressing with gauze impregnated with Vipareeta Malla Taila for 28 days during which his wound healed completely. Sushruta (500BC) was the first to elaborately explain the management of wounds, wherein he explained the use of medicated oils in the management of chronic infected ulcers. Vipareeta Malla Taila helped in wound healing inspite of raised blood glucose levels throughout the treatment duration. Healing of a diabetic ulcer is a long process requiring constant vigil. With the application of Vipareeta Malla Taila, the wound responded by clearance of slough, promotion of healthy granulation and eventual epithelialization in a very short durationÂ
The Role of PrajasthapanaYoga and Phalaghrita Uttarbasti in Management of Infertility W.S.R. Cervical Factor
Authors: Acharya Jasmina , U Mistry I
Published: April 2021

Vandhyatva (infertility) has been a long standing problem since ancient times.Many herbal and herbo-mineral formulations are mentioned as treatment of infertility in the ancient texts,but they are not categorized according to the responsible factor of infertility.It is need of the hour to evaluate the efficacy of formulations with respect to various factors. With the above aim a clinical study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Prajasthapana Yoga and PhalaghritaUttarbasti on cervical factor i.e scanty cervical mucus.For clinical trial total 7 patients were selected for this study.4 tab.(2 gm)of Prajasthapana Yogawas given orally thrice a day for 2 month and intracervical Uttarbasti ofÂ  Phalaghrita(3 ml) was administered in every sitting for 6 days after end day of menses subsequently for two cycles.Sims Huhner and Moghissi cervical mucus Test and post coital testwere selected for the diagnosis and for evaluation of efficacy of therapy on cervical factor.Statistically highly significant result were found on quantity and viscosity(p<0.001) and significant result were found inferning,cellularityand spinnbarkeit(p<0.05). Hence, in nutshell it was concluded that Prajasthapna Yoga and PhalaghritaUttarbasti showed good results in all the properties of cervical mucus.
Role of Suryanamaskara in Polycystic Ovarian Disease- A Case Study
Authors: Potdar Vinaya V , J Pawar J
Published: April 2021

The patient of Polycystic Ovarian Disease(PCOD) came at hospital, had complaint of irregular menstrual cycle, stress, obesity, hairfall. Sedentary lifestyle and Apana vayu vikruti were observed in patient which is responsible for vitiation of Tridosha and Rasa, Meda , Artava Dhatu as well as their Srotasa. In such condition Yoga posture of Suryanamsakara were advised and follow up taken for four month. Some significant results were observed. By practicing Suryanamaskara with Pranayama exercise were helpful to rejuvenation of physical and mental health by increasing the metabolic function of Agni and Satva Guna in the body. Also facilitate to regulate menstrual cycle, reduce BMI (obesity) and Â hairfall by removing obstruction in the srotasa. So it is advisable in the management of PCOD