bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Inhibitory Effects of Polyphenols from Equisetum ramosissimum and Moringa peregrina Extracts on Staphylococcus aureus, Collagenase, and Tyrosinase Enzymes: In vitro Studies
Authors: Mukattash Haya K. , Issa Reem , Abu Hajleh Maha N. , Al-Daghistani Hala
Published: September 2024

Background: Skin problems caused by oxidative stress lead to the activation of collagenase and tyrosinase enzymes, contributing to skin aging, discoloration, and infections. Equisetum ramosissimum and Moringa peregrina were assessed for their potential uses in treating various skin conditions.
Objective: The present research aimed to investigate the positive effects of polyphenols in Equisetum ramosissimum and Moringa peregrina extracts as potential cosmetic products for the treatment of different skin conditions.
Methods: Total phenolic and flavonoid contents, antioxidants, and anti-collagenase and anti-tyrosinase activities of plant extract mixtures (PEM) at different ratios of (M. peregrina: E. ramosissimum) were determined using standard procedures. Inhibitory effects of PEM against acne-causing Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 29213) were evaluated using the diameter (cm) of the inhibition zone method. A cream formulation containing PEM was developed and characterized for stability and potential skin irritation in rats using standard procedures.
Results: The PEM at a ratio of (2:1) showed the highest total phenolic and flavonoid content (150.15 ± 2.8 mg/g, equivalent to gallic acid, and 41.5 ± 1.2 mg/g, equivalent to quercetin, respectively). Antioxidant activities for PEM (2:1) were also optimal, as determined by the DPPH and ABTS methods (IC50 = 7.06 ± 0.12 µg/mL and 53.29 ± 3.3 µg/mL, respectively). Furthermore, PEM (2:1) exhibited superior inhibitory activities against collagenase and tyrosinase enzymes (IC50 = 32.4 ± 1.19 µg/mL and 8.4 ± 1.19 µg/mL, respectively). Antimicrobial activity of PEM (2:1) tested on S. aureus showed the largest zone of growth inhibition (2.8 cm) at a concentration of 60 mg/mL. Studies on the PEM (2:1) cream formulation revealed that it remained stable under room conditions. Skin irritation tests on rats showed no signs of oedema or erythema after treatment.
Conclusion: The PEM with a ratio of (2:1) demonstrated optimal activity as an oxidative stress-neutralizing agent, inhibitor of enzymes responsible for skin aging and hyperpigmentation, and antibacterial agent. The cream formulation containing PEM exhibited physical stability and no detectable risk of skin irritation throughout the research procedures.
Optimized HPLC-UV Methodology for the Simultaneous Quantification of Multiple Preservatives in Jordanian Yogurt Products
Authors: Sirhan Ala’ , AlRashdan Yazan , Jarrar Qais , Mostafa Ahmad , Abdulra’uf Lukman Bola
Published: September 2024

A method based on high-performance liquid chromatography with a UV detector (HPLC-UV) was developed for the simultaneous determination of sorbic acid, benzoic acid, and natamycin in yogurt. The method does not require time-consuming, labor-intensive pre-treatment processes or complicated procedures. Using a C18 150 mm × 4.6 mm, 3.0 µm column (Roc) at 25 °C, the target analytes were separated within 5 minutes with high sensitivity and selectivity. The mobile phase consisted of trifluoroacetic acid (0.1%) in water containing 100 mM sodium acetate, trifluoroacetic acid (0.1%) in acetonitrile, and trifluoroacetic acid (0.1%) in tetrahydrofuran, in a ratio of 70:20:10 (v/v). Using this mobile phase as an extraction mixture, recoveries ranged from 83.0% to 110.2% at spike levels between 2.5 µg/kg and 80.0 µg/kg. The relative standard deviations (RSDs) for these recoveries were below 10%. Intra-day precision and inter-day precision varied from 5.3% to 6.7% and 7.6% to 9.2%, respectively. Additionally, the limits of detection (LOD) were between 0.24 and 0.61 mg/L, and the limits of quantification (LOQ) ranged from 0.80 to 2.0 mg/L for sorbic acid, benzoic acid, and natamycin. Principal component analysis revealed that yogurt type had the greatest positive influence on preservative concentration, while the weight or volume of the yogurt package had the greatest negative influence.
Fostering Healthier Choices: Empowering Pharmacy Students to Bridge the Food Label Gap in Lebanon
Authors: Sonji Nada M. , Sonji Ghassan M.
Published: September 2024

Background: Non-communicable diseases are a significant public health issue in Lebanon, making it crucial to promote preventive measures such as informed dietary choices. Food labels play a key role in this, but there is a disconnect between knowledge and utilization, even among healthcare professionals. This study aimed to investigate this gap among Lebanese pharmacy students by assessing their nutrition knowledge, usage of food labels, and the factors influencing their label use.
Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study examined the knowledge gap among 81 pharmacy students in Beirut. A validated questionnaire assessed demographics, nutrition knowledge, label features influencing purchase decisions, and barriers to label use.
Results: Despite having high overall nutrition knowledge (mean score of 82%), students reported inconsistent use of food labels. Gender did not significantly influence the prioritization of label features. However, students in higher academic years were more likely to pay attention to production dates (p < 0.001). Additionally, there was a positive correlation between the frequency of label use and knowledge scores.
Conclusion: This study highlights a persistent knowledge-practice gap in food label utilization among pharmacy students. Educational interventions tailored to address specific knowledge gaps and perceived barriers are necessary.
Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Genomic Technologies in Unraveling Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gastrointestinal Comorbidities: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Precision Medicine
Authors: Ghunaim Lama , Ali Agha Ahmed Saad Abdulbari , Aburjai Talal
Published: September 2024

This article explores the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, and single-cell RNA sequencing on improving our understanding and management of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and its gastrointestinal (GI) comorbidities. It examines how these technologies illuminate the complex interplay between the gut and the brain, identifying specific enzyme deficiencies and microbial imbalances linked to GI symptoms in ASD. By leveraging AI and ML, personalized intervention strategies are developed through the analysis of genomic, proteomic, and environmental data, enhancing our ability to predict and address GI issues in ASD. Additionally, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing holds promise for correcting genetic abnormalities related to enzyme production, potentially offering precise treatments. Single-cell RNA sequencing provides critical insights into the cellular diversity of the ASD gut, uncovering new therapeutic targets. The article highlights the transformative potential of these technologies while addressing the associated challenges and ethical considerations. It underscores the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach to fully harness their benefits and discusses the significant progress and emerging trends in the field, emphasizing the role of technological advancements in advancing precision medicine for ASD and its GI comorbidities.
Transformaciones en el paisaje de una ciudad intermedia
Authors:   , Ramos Thamara Evelin
Published: September 2024

La Tesis analiza los procesos de transformación y planificación en clave de paisaje de una ciudad intermedia; focalizando en dos barrios de la periferia sur de la ciudad de Posadas, Misiones (relocalizados por la Entidad Binacional Yacyretá): San Isidro y El Porvenir II. En este marco, se aborda la siguiente pregunta de investigación: ¿De qué manera se podrían generar lineamientos de acción territoriales para la resolución de problemáticas relacionadas a las modalidades de transformación y planificación del paisaje de una ciudad intermedia como Posadas, de forma que se logre una aproximación a la búsqueda ciudadana de nuevas identidades territoriales? La metodología de investigación adoptada es de naturaleza empírica, de tipo exploratoria -con trabajo de campo, entrevistas semiestructuradas y observaciones-, permitiendo de esta forma, explicar y analizar, las múltiples dimensiones y factores que intervienen en la problemática de investigación. Los resultados esperados pretenden demostrar que la ciudad ha atravesado una serie de transformaciones físicas, socio-ambientales y paisajísticas que tienen la potencialidad de evolucionar y constituirse como un nuevo paisaje, al ser socialmente valorada desde una visión holística y un tipo de planificación participativa que incluya al imaginario socio-espacial de los actores involucrados, para fortalecer las identidades territoriales presentes.
Efectos de rotación en proto-estrellas de neutrones con materia exótica
Authors:   , Curin Daniela
Published: September 2024

A partir de la medición de los púlsares de alta masa, 𝑀max ≳ 2 𝑀⊙ , y de la astronomía multimensajera con ondas gravitacionales, aparecieron nuevos desafíos al desarrollar la ecuación de estado (EdE) que describe la materia densa. De esta forma, surgieron posibilidades de incluir nuevas interacciones entre las partículas que la componen, nuevas partículas como hiperones o incluso la aparición de materia de quarks desconfinada con o sin una fase superconductora de color. En este sentido, en esta tesis analizamos la posibilidad de que algunas estrellas de neutrones (ENs) contengan no solo nucleones, sino también hiperones en el núcleo externo, y que además estén formadas por un núcleo interno de quarks. Nos concentramos en estudiar una posible transición de fase abrupta entre las fases de hadrones y de quarks del núcleo de las estrellas híbridas (EHs), y su influencia en la estabilidad de los objetos. En particular, si dichas transiciones de fase son lentas, surgen ramas extendidas de objetos estables híbridos denominados SSHSs, slow-stable hybrid stars que no satisfacen la condición 𝜕𝑀/𝜕𝜖 > 0. En esta tesis, proponemos un modelo de evolución térmica de la EN, a partir de instantáneas isoentrópicas, usando, para modelar la materia en la fase de quarks, el Método de Campo Correlacionador (FCM) y el Modelo de campo medio relativista no-lineal para la fase hadrónica. Para los primeros estadios, donde la entropía por barión es positiva, se trabajó por primera vez con interacciones vectoriales y una fase superconductora de color dentro del FCM: la fase Color Flavor Locked (CFL). En esta etapa se deben tener en cuenta los efectos de la temperatura en la estrella, la cual puede llegar hasta unos 90 MeV, y la presencia de neutrinos atrapados en su interior. Para el estadio final de EH fría, se analizó además de la fase superconductora de color CFL, la fase superconductora de color 2SC+s. En este marco teórico, obtuvimos que la componente más masiva del evento GW190425 podría tratarse de una SSHS. Por otro lado, estudiamos ENs aisladas rotantes, considerando los objetos ya construidos (con temperatura finita y nula). Cabe destacar que, en esta tesis, se estudian por primera vez las SSHSs en rotación, obteniendo resultados muy interesantes: una configuración con cierta masa bariónica dada, al ser acelerada, exhibe un aumento en su densidad de energía central, efecto inverso al que se espera de las ENs canónicas. Finalmente, consideramos el proceso de acreción sobre un objeto compacto dentro de un sistema binario, donde su compañera es una estrella tradicional, y analizamos el proceso de aceleración inducida por esta acreción (spin-up). De nuestro análisis surgen cantidades potencialmente observables que podrían utilizarse, en el futuro, para distinguir entre EN y SSHS de igual masa, permitiendo, de esta manera poner a prueba la hipótesis de las SSHS. En el contexto de nuevas mediciones de astronomía multimensajera, esperamos que estos resultados contribuyan a profundizar el conocimiento de la materia densa que compone a las ENs.
Sequenciamento de próxima geração: novas tecnologias para acessar às comunidades microbianas
Authors: Santana Filho Djalma Moreira
Published: September 2024

Os sequenciadores de próxima geração, do inglês Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), são plataformas capazes de gerar milhões de dados de sequências de DNA ou RNA em uma só rodada através da clonagem in vitro, técnica utilizada para incrementar o número de moléculas e permitir a análise. Mas é necessário agrupar informações que deem ao pesquisador condições de decidir qual melhor metodologia adotar. Logo, o objetivo desse artigo foi realizar um estudo de revisão de literatura abordando tecnologias de NGS, compará-las entre si e a métodos mais comuns, mostrando sua importância em microbiologia agrícola e ambiental. O método de Sanger é o principal método de obtenção de sequências conhecido atualmente. Mas, a metodologia adotada pelas plataformas NGS utilizam abordagens que dinamizam o sequenciamento; e o avanço das técnicas vem reduzindo consideravelmente os custos do sequenciamento. Para realizar os estudos foram utilizados dados de artigos e das plataformas das empresas detentoras das tecnologias, realizando-se comparações e análises sobre o tema. Por isso, a pesquisa é de cunho bibliográfico e este artigo caracteriza-se como artigo de revisão de literatura. Várias plataformas de sequenciamento de próxima geração estão disponíveis no mercado, mas são de alto custo e estão restritas a alguns países. Ainda há dificuldade de encontrar algoritmos adequados para analisar a quantidade de dados (sequências) gerados, mas apesar disso os métodos de NGS vêm criando boas expectativas e prometem avanços importantes em estudos com a finalidade de acessar e identificar os grupos que compõem a estrutura da comunidade microbiana em pesquisas ambientais.
GeneXpert Assay in Detection of Pulmonary Tuberculosis and Rifampicin Tuberculosis Resistant in Tehsil Hazro Population; A Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Mehmood Shaukat , Pervaiz Farrah , Mahmood Humaira , RIAZ MEHWISH , Khan Javeria , Diba Farrah
Published: September 2024

Objective: To determine the prevalence of Tuberculosis and MDR Tuberculosis by GeneXpert assay in Tehsil Hazro District Attock.
 Study design: cross sectional study
Place and duration of study: Study was carried out at THQ hospital Hazro of District Attock from January 2019 to December 2020
Patients and Methods: Total 1460 patients of TB suspect were included in the study. First LED microscopy of all TB suspects was done. LED Microscopy positive cases along with suspects having history of HIV, close contacts of MDR TB, all TB cases of retreatment and sputum-negative cases of LED microscopy having positive clinical findings were sent for GeneXpert Assay. Results from the GeneXpert assay were categorized as GeneXpert positive, GeneXpert negative, and MDR Tuberculosis. Determinants of MDR- TB were identified using questionnaires regarding MDR –TB.
Results: Out of total 205 patients on GeneXpert Assay, 43 patients were GeneXpert positive test with no rifampicin resistance, 3 patients were GeneXpert positive with rifampicin resistance and 63 patients were GeneXpert negative but sign and symptoms, X-ray findings and laboratory tests were supporting tuberculosis and according to opinion of TB specialist they were labeled as Sputum negative Tuberculosis. Tuberculosis prevalence in Tehsil Hazro was 0.073. From the results, it was concluded that an overall MDR rate was 2.7% in our study population.
Conclusion: GeneXpert Assay is a rapid technique and reliable for Mycobacterium detection. The main determinants of MDR-TB were the patients who had contact h/o with MDR cases and those who did not follow the treatment regime in their previous Tuberculosis treatment.
 
Keywords: GeneXpert Assay, LED microscopy, MDR Tuberculosis, Sputum positive TB, Sputum negative TB.
Arionidae (Mollusca, Gastropoda, Stylommatophora) of the fauna of Belarus
Authors: OSTROVSKY A.M.
Published: September 2024

The available data about the recent distribution of slugs of the family Arionidae on the territory of Belarus are summarised. The findings of a species formally new to the malacofauna of Belarus, A. fasciatus, are discussed. The material was collected in the period from 2018 to 2024 on the territory of the Gomel region (South-Eastern Belarus). The original illustrations of the habitus and anatomical features of the reproductive system are given.
Development of larval shell of Macoma balthica (Bivalvia: Tellinidae) in the White Sea
Authors: LEZIN P.A. , FLYACHINSKAYA L.P.
Published: September 2024

The development of the larval shell and hinge of the bivalve mollusk Macoma balthica in the White Sea is described. Macoma spawning occurs at the end of June. Larvae at the D-stage of development have a shell length of 120-140 µm. The shell is oval, the hinge edge is straight with a noticeable striation. During development, the shell becomes more elongated with a pointed anterior end. A characteristic feature is the expressed concentric striation of prodissoconch II. The umbos are low and rounded. Hinge edge is straight, with small teeth of provinculum. The ligament occupies the central position. At later stages, a pair of large hook-shaped teeth is formed in the anterior part of the hinge. Metamorphosis occurs at shell length of 300-310 µm.
A Comparative Study of Sustainable Energy Brayton Cycles in the Oil and Gas Industry. Part 1: Performance
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Cross River University of Technology, Calabar (Nigeria), West Africa., Enyia Diwa James , Enyia Stanley James-Diwa ,   Jay-D Engineering Consult Limited, Calabar (Nigeria), West Africa., Dane Osim-Asu  ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Cross River University of Technology, Calabar (Nigeria), West Africa., Agba Ambrose Imbuo ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Calabar, Calabar (Nigeria), West Africa., Ogochukwu Chidiebere Jeffery ,   Jay-D Engineering Consult Limited, Calabar (Nigeria), West Africa.
Published: September 2024

Brayton cycles are open gas turbine cycles extensively used in civil aviation and the petrochemical industry because of their advantageous volume and weight characteristics. With the bulk of engine emissions associated, it is necessary to promote their environmentally-friendliness, including sound technical performance regularly. This research considers high bypass-low specific power plants in aviation and aero-derivative gas turbines combined-heat-and-power generation in the petrochemical industry. The investigation encompasses the comparative assessment of simple and advanced gas turbine cycle options including the component behaviour of the systems. This comprises the performance module. The research has contributed to understanding the technical performances of simple and advanced cycle helicopter engines, and aero-derivative industrial gas turbine cycles at design and off-design conditions. The simple cycles were modified for better fuel burn and thermal efficiency by using some additional components to form the advanced cycles. The helicopter engine investigated was converted to a small-scale aero-derivative industrial engine. Modeling the combined-heat-and-power performance of the small, medium, and large-scale aero-derivative industrial gas turbines was also implemented. The contribution also includes understanding the technical performances of both simple and advanced aero-derivative gas turbines combined heat-and-power at design and off-design A case study underlies the development and deployment of this model. The novelty is the conception of a tool for predicting the most preferred simple and advanced cycle aero-derivative engines combined heat-and-power generation in the petrochemical industry and the derivation of simple and advanced cycle small-scale aero-derivative industrial gas turbines from helicopter engines.
Hcnnxgboost: A Hybrid Cnn-Xgboost Approach for Effective Emotion Detection in Textual Data
Authors:   Department of Information Technology, C.K Pithawala College of Engineering and Technology, Surat (Gujarat), India., Vora Shivani , Mehta Dr. Rupa G. ,   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat (Gujarat), India.
Published: September 2024

in recent years, emotional analysis has become a key focus in computational studies, driven by the need to understand societal sentiments. this exploration is motivated by its many promising applications, such as community well-being evaluation, human-computer interaction, suicide prevention, and personalized recommendations. even with progress in other areas like identifying expressions from facial cues and speech, the study of text-based emotion recognition remains a fascinating field of research because machines struggle to interpret context, especially compared to human capabilities. our research addresses this by introducing a multiclass text-based emotion detection system that combines a cnn architecture with xgboost for improved classification in natural language processing. we pre-process publicly available datasets and use glove pre-trained word embeddings for better text representation. a major contribution of our work is enhancing the feature space by combining cnn probabilities with the original text data. the proposed hcnnxgboost model outperforms all other machine learning and deep learning algorithms across the emoint, isear, and crowdflower datasets, achieving f-scores of 90.1%, 87.4%, and 62.2%, respectively. experimental evaluations on benchmark datasets show better f-scores, confirming the effectiveness of our approach. comparisons with other classifiers highlight the enhanced performance and effectiveness of our hybrid cnnxgboost (hcnnxgboost) model, making it one of the best solutions for emotion classification in natural language processing tasks.
Developing the Proficiency Level of Sophomore Fisheries Students through Contextualized Comics in Projectile Motion
Authors:   Bolhoon National High School, Surigao del Sur, Philippines., Navarro Beryl Joy A. , Olidan Melba C. ,   Surigao State College of Technology, Surigao del Norte, Philippines., Visto Junifer S. ,   Agusan del Sur State University, Agusan del Sur Philippines., Berame Julie S. ,   Caraga State University, Butuan City, Philippines.
Published: September 2024

Projectile motion finds applications in day-to-day activities and many of the students find it hard to grasp and comprehend. In this study, the goal was to craft and utilize a contextualized comics that serves as an intervention tool to address students’ low achievement on some concepts of kinematics, with emphasis on projectile motion. The study used one group pretest-posttest experimental design to investigate the effectiveness of the intervention tool. The paired t-test was also employed to compare students’ performance before and after using the contextualized comics. Shapiro-Wilk test was also utilized to determine whether the data follows a normal distribution in comparing the tests used. The participants of this study were 20 sophomore fisheries students. The contextualized comics was utilized by the students after the pre-test. Findings have remarkably revealed that before the utilization of the contextualized comics, participants were identified as not proficient on the concepts of projectile motion. This implies that the students did not master the lesson as prevailed in their MPS of 12.8% which is within the “not proficient” bracket. After the conduct of intervention with the contextualized comics, the students significantly scored higher in their post-test resulting in an MPS of 75.2% which falls under the “proficient” level. Through the validation of Shapiro-Wilk test which follows normal distribution, there is a significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores after the implementation of the contextualized comics where p < 0.001. Thus, it signifies that the contextualized comics was an effective intervention tool to enhance students’ performance on the least learned topic in physics.
Security Considerations for Large Language Model Use: Implementation Research in Securing LLM-Integrated Applications
Authors:   High School Senior, The Harker School, San Jose, California, USA., Pesati Nikhil
Published: September 2024

Large Language Models (LLMs) are rapidly being adopted in various applications due to their natural language capabilities that enable user interaction using human language. As system designers, developers, and users embrace generative artificial intelligence and large language models in various applications, they need to understand the significant security risks associated with them. The paper describes a typical LLM-integrated application architecture and identifies multiple security risks to address while building these applications. In addition, the paper provides guidance on potential mitigations to consider in this rapidly evolving space to help protect systems and users from potential attack vectors. This paper presents the common real-world application patterns of LLMs trending today. It also provides a background on generative artificial intelligence and related fields.
Loan Eligibility Prediction Using Machine Learning
Authors:   Masters of Science in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management, St. Francis College, Brooklyn., Gogula Kaivalya , Chattu Nagaraju ,   Masters of Science in Business Analytics and Information Systems, University of South Florida, Tampa.
Published: September 2024

Technology has made many improvements, and the banking industry is no exception. Submission of loan applications by people are so many every day, making it more difficult for bank to approve loan. To choose an applicant for loan approval, Banks must consider other bank policies also. Based on a few factors, the bank must choose the proposal that has the best probability of getting granted. It would be time-consuming and unsafe to individually check each applicant before recommending them for loan approval. Based on the prior performance of the person to whom the loan amount was previously accredited, we utilize a machine learning technique in this study to forecast the person who is trustworthy for a loan. This will check the whether the applicant is eligible for the loan or not based upon the any previous loan or running loans whether the applicant is paying back the loan within the deadline or not and it will check many other factors to shortlist the applicant is genuinely eligible for loan or not.
A Model Apporach for Identity and Access Management (IAM) System in the Cloud
Authors:   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, RIT, Roorkee (Uttarakhand), India., Kumar Dr. Anil , Bhatia Dr. Abhay ,   Department of Computer Science & Engineering, RIT, Roorkee (Uttarakhand), India., Mishra Dr. Anju ,   Department of Information Technology, AKGEC, Ghaziabad (U.P.), India., Gupta Tanu ,   Department of Information Technology, AKGEC, Ghaziabad (U.P.), India.
Published: September 2024

Through use of cloud computing, information may be accessible from a range of different types of devices. It is now possible to communicate with a company at any time or location, regardless of location or time zone. Using the cloud has a number of advantages, some of which include lower expenditures on information technology and infrastructure expenses, more agility, and improved continuity planning. These benefits can only be attained via the implementation of a reliable identity and access control system for cloud applications and services. Managing these identities and limiting the access that cloud clients and applications have continues to be a significant challenge in the modern day. In order to strengthen the protection offered by a venture, it is necessary to set up a trust worthy identity and access management (IAM) system in the cloud. The findings of this study provide an intelligent and reliable IAM system that is based on cloud computing.
PENGARUH PENGENDALIAN INTERN, KEJELASAN SASARAN ANGGARAN DAN TRANSPARANSI TERHADAP AKUNTABILITAS KINERJA KEUANGAN DINAS PENANAMAN MODAL DAN PELAYANAN TERPADU SATU PINTU KABUPATEN BALANGAN
Authors: Rahman Yudi , Asruni  , Fauziannor  , Kuswardani Margaretha Ani
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisa pengaruh secara simultan dan parsial serta Dominan dari variabel Pengendalian Intern, Kejelasan Sasaran Anggaran dan Transparansi terhadap Akuntabilitas Kinerja Keuangan Dinas Penanaman Modal dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu Kabupaten Balangan. Penelitian ini dilakukan secara kuantitatif dengan populasi sebanyak 67 orang pegawai. Oleh karena itu, teknik sampling yang digunakan adalah metode sensus, di mana seluruh populasi menjadi responden sebanyak 67 orang pegawai. Jenis data yang digunakan adalah data primer, yang dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan diukur dengan skala Likert. Analisis data dilakukan dengan teknik Regresi Linier Berganda menggunakan perangkat lunak SPSS versi 21.0. Hasil penelitian mengemukakan bahwa Pengendalian Intern, Kejelasan Sasaran Anggaran dan Transparansi berpengaruh signifikan secara simultan terhadap Akuntabilitas Kinerja Keuangan Dinas Penanaman Modal dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu Kabupaten Balangan dan Pengendalian Intern, Kejelasan Sasaran Anggaran dan Transparansi berpengaruh signifikan secara parsial terhadap Akuntabilitas Kinerja Keuangan Dinas Penanaman Modal dan Pelayanan Terpadu Satu Pintu Kabupaten Balangan serta Pengendalian Intern merupakan faktor yang paling berpengaruh terhadap Akuntabilitas Kinerja Keuangan.
Kata kunci: Pengendalian Intern, Kejelasan Sasaran Anggaran, Transparansi, Akuntabilitas Kinerja Keuangan
Risk of foot ulceration in a population of patients attending a local diabetes care service
Authors: Romeo, F.
Published: September 2024

La sindrome del piede diabetico è una delle complicanze più temibili della malattia diabetica con un elevato tasso di ulcerazione e amputazione. La prevenzione, attraverso lo screening e l’educazione terapeutica del paziente, è fondamentale per ridurre i rischi di morbilità e mortalità oltre gli oneri finanziari. Purtroppo, a tutt’oggi i dati relativi allo screening sono fortemente insufficienti. In questo lavoro vengono presentati i dati relativi allo screening di oltre 1000 pazienti eseguiti nell’ASL TO5 nell’ambito del Percorso Integrato di Cura del Piede Diabetico. Lo screening è stato eseguito dalle infermiere della diabetologia e anche nei distretti da infermiere territoriali adeguatamente formate e i dati sono stati riportati sulla cartella digitale della diabetologia (Metaclinic Meteda). Il rischio ulcerativo medio, elevato ed elevatissimo è stato riscontrato nel 17% dei pazienti screenati ed è da considerarsi in linea con i dati internazionali (dal 15 al 25%). I pazienti a rischio erano soprattutto uomini, ultrases- santacinquenni, con un grado di scolarità basso ed avevano spesso già altre complicanze di malattia. Questo lavoro conferma l’importanza dello screening come esame fondamentale per la cura e la prevenzione del piede diabetico in quanto, come ampiamente documentato, una volta instauratosi l’ulcera, si entra in un circolo vizioso che porta inevitabilmente ad outcome sfavorevoli per il paziente e a costi sanitari elevati per la società. PAROLE CHIAVE: piede diabetico; diabete tipo 2; rischio ulcerativo; screening.
A Influência da Ansiedade em Período de Pandemia no Comportamento Alimentar de Estudantes de Nutrição e Administração
Authors: Canever Lara , Oliveira Lucielen de Brito , Zanellato Raiana Bortoluzzi , Damázio Louyse Sulzbach , Guimarães Paula Vieira , Fernandes Thaís Luciano , Zugno Alexandra Ioppi
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: analisar a influência da ansiedade no comportamento alimentar em período de pandemia em estudantes dos cursos de Nutrição e Administração de uma universidade do Sul Catarinense. Método: Participaram da pesquisa 96 estudantes matriculados da 4ª à 8ª fase, com faixa etária entre 18 a 59 anos, de ambos os sexos. Foram coletados dados através de um questionário, contendo perguntas sobre alimentação, comportamento alimentar e sintomas de ansiedade. Resultados: Em geral, 41,6% (n=40) dos estudantes eram do curso de administração e 58,3% (n=56) de Nutrição. A maioria referiu consumir alimentos açucarados e gordurosos em momentos de ansiedade. Houve alterações no padrão alimentar, com destaque para alimentos ultraprocessados, fast food e bebidas alcoólicas, refletindo no peso corporal. Conclusão: o estudo evidenciou um aumento nos sinais e sintomas de ansiedade durante a pandemia, impactando o comportamento alimentar dos universitários.
Conhecimento dos Agentes Comunitários de Saúde sobre o cuidado pré-natal: Estudo transversal
Authors: Silva Raquel Leite da , Araújo Azael Lima , Santos Cátia Vanessa Rodrigues dos , Suto Cleuma Sueli Santos , Rocha Tacila Nogueira Azevedo , Letti Ariel Gustavo , Fraga Chalana Duarte de Sena , Andrade Magna Santos
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: analisar o nível de conhecimento sobre pré-natal e os fatores associados a esse entendimento entre os Agentes Comunitários de Saúde que atuam em um município do interior baiano. Métodos: estudo quantitativo, descritivo-analítico, transversal, realizado com 153 profissionais. A coleta ocorreu entre dezembro/2019 e fevereiro/2020, a partir da aplicação de questionário auto aplicado. Realizou-se análise descritiva das variáveis sociodemográficos/profissionais e referentes ao conhecimento sobre pré-natal. Para verificar fatores associados a esse conhecimento, calculou-se: Odds Ratio, Intervalo de Confiança (95%), Testes Qui-quadrado/Fisher e Regressão Logística Múltipla. Resultados: 59,5% dos profissionais foram classificados como “conhecimento baixo” acerca do pré-natal. Houve associação entre conhecimento elevado sobre pré-natal e conhecimento elevado das atribuições da profissão. Conclusão: O desconhecimento sobre aspectos importantes do cuidado à gestante pode comprometer a qualidade da assistência ofertada e impactar negativamente na saúde materno-fetal.
Hunyadi Ferenc és latin nyelvű költeményei
Authors: Gálfi Emőke
Published: September 2024

Francisci Hunniadini poemata Latina omnia. Edidit, introduxit et commentariis instruxit Dávid Molnár. L’Harmattan – Tokaj-Hegyalja Egyetem, Bp. – Sárospatak 2022. (Europica varietas Tokajensis) 336 o.
Szemelvények Erdély történetéből franciául
Authors: Sipos Gábor
Published: September 2024

Histoire, Économie et Société 2023/2. La Transylvanie XV–XIX siècle. 176 o.
Tyukodi népmesék – egy közösség mesélőhagyománya
Authors: Tekei Erika
Published: September 2024

Andrásfalvy Bertalan–Kovács Ágnes: Tyukodi népmesék. I‒II. Lakitelek, Antológia Kiadó és Nyomda Kft., 2023. 384 + 376 old., DVD-melléklet
Egy unitárius lelkész néprajzos munkája változó időkben
Authors: Beke András
Published: September 2024

Adorjáni Rudolf Károly: Lelkészi pályám emlékezete. Néprajzi tanulmányok. Kvár, Kriza János Néprajzi Társaság, 2023. 204 old.
„Békesség a háznak és a benne lakóknak!”
Authors: Bernád Rita-Magdolna
Published: September 2024

Bárth János: Házszentelés a Székelyföldön. Kecskemét, Kiadja Bárth János, 2023. 128. old.
Norma és büntetés : A hegybekiáltás népszokása a mezőségi Feketelakon
Authors: Székely Melinda
Published: September 2024

A tanulmány a hegybekiáltás népszokását vizsgálja Feketelakon. Szent György napja, április 24-e kitüntetett időnek számít, hiszen Európa-szerte tavaszköszöntő nap. Ekkor a lányok szerelmi életét veszik célba a falu legényei, és a két szemközti domboldalról kikiabálják azok szerelmi vétségeit. Az elemzésben kiemelt jelentőséget kapnak a szent idő, az éjszaka, az eltitkolt bűn, a titkos legénytársaságok motívumai. A hegybekiáltás román területen is élő népszokás, Feketelakon a románok és a magyarok hosszú együttélése és a kulturális áthatások eredményezték a létrejöttét. A tanulmány Romulus Vulcănescu, Ion Ghinoiu, Gabriel Manolescu munkáira alapozva a magyar és a román szokás közötti különbségekre is rámutat.
Márai Sándor tárgyi világa
Authors: Szacsvay Éva
Published: September 2024

A tanulmány kísérlet a polgári tárgyak világának bemutatására a néprajzi tárgyelemzés segítségével. A kelet-közép-európai kultúrában a városi polgárosodás megkésve indul és sajátossága, hogy a paraszti élet tárgyait megtartva egészíti ki a városi iparosok készítményeivel, a polgári élet új tárgyaival: vitrinekkel, könyvespolcokkal, dolgozószoba tárgyaival. Az irodalmi szövegből válogatott tárgymegnevezések mutatják be az etnográfiai elemzés elmaradását a 20. század fordulójának iparosodó környezetében. Márai Sándor kiemelkedő irodalmi tevékenysége alkalmas a polgárosodás igényeinek bemutatására, és a paraszti polgárosodás folyamatának rekonstrukciós kísérletére.
AVALIAÇÃO BIOMECÂNICA E INTERVENÇÕES ERGONÔMICAS PARA A PREVENÇÃO DE DISTÚRBIOS OSTEOMUSCULARES RELACIONADOS AO TRABALHO
Authors: Cunha Leilane Lira da , Castro Gerlane Carvalho , Sá Alisson de Souza , Lopes Bruna Karen Diniz , Medeiros Letícia Pinto Gondim , Filho Ricardo Ernesto Machado , Gondim Medeiros Chaves Fabiola , Silva Thais Bednarczuk da , Silva Thainara Pereira Da , Lima Jefferson Raimundo de Almeida , Ferreira Douglas da Rocha , Cunha Ítalo Iris Boiba Rodrigues da
Published: September 2024

Introdução: A crescente incidência de distúrbios osteomusculares relacionados ao trabalho (DORT) tem destacado a necessidade urgente de abordagens eficazes para a prevenção desses problemas. Esses distúrbios, muitas vezes causados por esforços repetitivos e posturas inadequadas, impactam negativamente a saúde dos trabalhadores e comprometem a produtividade. Objetivos: Identificar e analisar os principais fatores biomecânicos e ergonômicos que contribuem para a ocorrência de distúrbios osteomusculares no ambiente de trabalho. Materiais e Métodos: Para a obtenção de dados, foram empregados os recursos dos seguintes repositórios: Base de Dados em Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO), PubMed e Literatura Latino-Americana do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS). Uma variedade de fontes, incluindo artigos científicos, monografias e periódicos, foi examinada para extrair informações pertinentes sobre o assunto. Resultados e Discussões: A avaliação biomecânica revelou que os principais fatores de risco para distúrbios osteomusculares foram posturas inadequadas e movimentos repetitivos, frequentemente observados em atividades específicas. A análise identificou que a ausência de pausas regulares e a falta de adaptações no ambiente de trabalho contribuíam significativamente para o desenvolvimento desses distúrbios. A discussão destaca que, ao integrar avaliações biomecânicas com intervenções ergonômicas, foi possível mitigar os fatores de risco associados aos DORTs. A abordagem ergonômica demonstrou ser eficaz na redução dos sintomas e na prevenção de novas ocorrências, evidenciando a importância de um ambiente de trabalho adaptado às necessidades dos trabalhadores para promover uma saúde ocupacional duradoura. Conclusão:  O estudo confirmou que a combinação de avaliações biomecânicas e intervenções ergonômicas é eficaz na prevenção de distúrbios osteomusculares relacionados ao trabalho. As análises destacaram que a adaptação do ambiente de trabalho e a implementação de práticas ergonômicas apropriadas resultaram em uma redução significativa dos sintomas e na melhoria da saúde dos trabalhadores. Estes achados reforçam a importância de adotar estratégias preventivas e ergonômicas para promover um ambiente de trabalho mais seguro e saudável, minimizando o impacto dos DORTs e melhorando a qualidade de vida dos funcionários.
Study of Edge Computing on Cloud Infrastructure and Application Performance
Authors: Mr Kuldeep  , Dr. Naveen Verma  , Dr Rakesh Sharma
Published: September 2024

Edge computing has revolutionised cloud computing by processing data closer to its source. This paper examines how edge computing affects cloud infrastructure and application performance, focussing on latency, bandwidth optimisation, and data transfer costs. Edge computing improves real-time application performance in latency-sensitive industries like IoT, autonomous systems, and streaming services by spreading processing tasks to the edge. The paper examines how edge-cloud integration improves bandwidth efficiency, latency, and system scalability. Case studies demonstrate realistic solutions and address future trends and issues like security, scalability, and interoperability. This study found that edge computing improves cloud infrastructure and addresses important performance bottlenecks, boosting current application performance.
RELAÇÃO ENTRE IRISINA, DOENÇA DE ALZHEIMER E EXERCÍCIO FÍSICO: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA
Authors: Anna Loise da Cruz Gonçalves  , Samuel Natal Rodrigues  , Alice Matos Dal Boni  , Luiz Otávio Silva Santos  , Thiago Renee Felipe  , Ivson Thales Gomes Silvino  , Luciana Mendes Oliveira  , Alexandre Alves Caribé da Cunha  , Liomar de Oliveira
Published: September 2024

Objetivo: Realizar um mapeamento das evidências mais recentes acerca da associação entre Irisina, a doença de Alzheimer e exercício físico. Métodos: Este estudo, trata-se de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, buscamos os artigos nos periódicos publicados nas bases de dados PUBMED e na Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (BVS). Tomando como critérios de inclusão os artigos originais de estudos primários, em inglês/português, caracterizando a relação entre Alzheimer e Irisina; publicados nos últimos cinco anos, a partir da combinação dos seguintes descritores Alzheimer’s AND Irisin AND Physical exercise. Chegamos ao número final de cinco estudos selecionados para uma averiguação minuciosa, dos quais os cinco se estabeleceram dentro dos critérios de inclusão. Resultados: Nossa revisão integrativa inclui 5 estudos em diferentes países, incluindo Turquia, Brasil, Egito e Estados Unidos. Conclusão: Podemos concluir que os níveis de Irisina se relacionam positivamente com o exercício físico e com a Doença de Alzheimer com efeito positivo nos parâmetros funcionais, cognitivos e bioquímicos após o programa de exercícios melhorando a qualidade de vida dos pacientes com Alzheimer.
Differential diagnosis between rheumatoid nodules and fibrocaseous tubercles in the lung: A case series
Authors: Bély Miklós , Apáthy Ágnes
Published: September 2024

The histological similarities between rheumatoid nodules and post-primary fibrocaseous tubercles in the lung may present a significant challenge in differential diagnosis. Differential diagnosis of fibrocaseous tubercles and rheumatoid nodules is crucial in clinical practice, particularly due to the high risk of co-existing fibrocaseous tuberculosis in rheumatoid arthritis. This condition increases the likelihood of military dissemination and mortality, especially in elderly patients, with elderly women being at the greatest risk. This case series aims to differentiate these two pathological entities based on the clinical histories and histological analyses of surgical specimens from two patients. The main histological marker for RhNod is the presence of vascular remnants within the fibrinoid necrotic area, reflecting the vascular origin of RhNods. Additional supporting evidence for the rheumatoid nature of the process includes the presence of inflamed blood vessels elsewhere in the lung (such as non-specific, fibrinoid necrotic, and/or granulomatous autoimmune vasculitis), as well as the potential presence of co-existent interstitial pneumonitis, with or without pleuritis. In contrast, the necrotic tuberculous process is characterized by coalescent necrosis that does not respect anatomical borders and lacks structural remnants of lung tissue, which is a hallmark of tuberculosis pathology.
Indonesian As The Language Mecca Of Indonesian Domestic Tourism
Authors: Sufa Laisya Failah
Published: September 2024

By strengthening the role of Bahasa Indonesia in the tourism industry, Indonesia can enhance the traveler experience, expand its tourism market, and promote its rich culture and nature to the world. Thus, providing basic information in Bahasa Indonesia in popular tourist destinations can help foreign tourists to better interact with their surroundings, even though Bahasa Indonesia is not the primary foreign language for most international tourists. The research method used in this research is literature review or literature study. Indonesian has a positive value for the world of Indonesian tourism such as the development of vocabulary use. But on the one hand it has a negative value, namely the non-optimal function of Indonesian as a means of disclosing tourism industry products in Indonesia. In this case, it needs help from various parties such as the government in order to implement the use of Indonesian in the tourism industry in Indonesia.
Strategi Loyalitas Kerja pada Azalea Gorden
Authors: Sari Eka Permata , Prayudi Feri Yoga , Sandi Santi Pertiwi Hari , Hidayaty Dwi Epty
Published: September 2024

Azalea Gorden is a Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) engaged in the production and sale of curtains with the best quality and competitive prices since 2005. This study aims to determine employee work loyalty at Azalea Gorden. The focus of this study is to understand employee work loyalty strategies and their impact on employee productivity. The method used is descriptive and Observative, by describing the situation through observations that occur in the field. The data obtained are the results of interviews with the Owner / Shop Owner of Azalea Gorden. The results of the study indicate that there are several factors that influence employee work loyalty at Azalea Gorden. These factors include job satisfaction and a positive work climate, and it was also found that high work loyalty can have a positive impact on employee productivity. The implication of this study is the importance of MSMEs in creating a work environment that motivates and supports employees to remain loyal. In managing employees, companies must pay attention to job satisfaction and a positive work climate.
Komparasi Kinerja Pegawai Negeri Sipil (PNS) dengan Pegawai Pemerintah dengan Perjanjian Kerja (PPPK)
Authors: Nadia Rahma , Suhartono S
Published: September 2024

The government has 2 types of employment as its main Human Resources (HR), namely Civil Servants (PNS) and Government Employees with Work Agreements (PPPK). This HR element is very important in organizational performance. The achievement factor of organizational goals is influenced by the quality and competence of the HR owned. Low quality HR can hinder performance which has an impact on the decline of the organization in achieving its goals. This study aims to compare the performance and differences between PNS and PPPK at the Bina Karya and Laras Social Rehabilitation Center. The method used in this study is quantitative with a comparative study type. The data collection techniques used are observation and questionnaires. The sample used was 17 Civil Servants (PNS) and 17 Government Employees with Work Agreements (PPPK) at the Bina Karya and Laras Social Rehabilitation Center of the Yogyakarta Provincial Social Service. The results of the study were that there was no significant difference between the performance of PNS and PPPK. So these two types of employment do not affect organizational performance.