bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Revisiting the Moisture Budget of the Mediterranean Region in the ERA5 Reanalysis
Authors: Tootoonchi Roshanak , Bordoni Simona , D'Agostino Roberta
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Moisture budget assessments from reanalyses and climate models have provided fundamental insights into the maintenance and response to perturbations of the hydrological cycle in the Mediterranean region. Here we perform similar analyses using the latest generation European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) Re-Analysis ERA5, and we complement previous work by further decomposing the mean flow into contributions by the zonal-mean flow, which is dominated by the mean meridional circulation, and by zonally anomalous circulations and/or moisture, namely the stationary eddies. According to ERA5, in the annual mean, net evaporation (negative P – E) over the ocean and net precipitation (positive P – E) over land are primarily due to submonthly transient eddies converging moisture originating from the ocean into the surrounding land. Overall, total stationary eddies reinforce the transient tendency over the ocean but oppose it over land, with the zonal-mean flow exerting a minor drying tendency limited to the region's southernmost latitudes. The divergent total stationary-eddy moisture flux arises from a strongly divergent zonally anomalous circulation acting on the zonal-mean moisture and is opposed by a convergent pure stationary-eddy moisture flux. The relative magnitude of these terms changes over the seasonal cycle, explaining the transition from net precipitation during winter (DJF) to net evaporation during summer (JJA) over land. More specifically, as transient eddies weaken during the warm season, the strengthened divergent total stationary-eddy moisture flux becomes dominant and causes strong drying and negative net precipitation. Somewhat surprisingly, moisture flux divergence by the mean meridional circulation is found to play a minor role in the Mediterranean region across all seasons except autumn (SON).
Exploitation of the Number of Return Echoes for DTM Extraction from Point Clouds Acquired by LiDAR UAS DJI Zenmuse L1
Authors: Matrone Francesca , Gallitto Francesca , Lingua Andrea Maria , Maschio Paolo Felice
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Following the enormous technological developments of LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) sensors, it is currently easier to find them commercially in the UA (Uncrewed Aerial Systems) sector. In particular, with the Zenmuse L1 by DJI (Dà-Jiāng Innovations) the market has grown globally, mainly due to the compactness of the product that is easily compatible with UAS. The L1 sensor can record up to three returns of the emanating signal, so it can acquire a larger amount of points, such as those below the vegetation. Therefore, in addition to the geometric information of the points, the Zenmuse L1 point clouds also provide other information, such as the number of echo returns from 1 to 3. This data could be exploited to improve the automatic extraction of the digital terrain model (DTM) from the point clouds, hopefully leading to the avoidance of manual correction. This research aims to focus on evaluating whether the addition of the return number feature can affect the identification of the ground points through different computational methods and can improve the time efficiency of state-of-the-art algorithms.
Separate and Integrated Data Processing for the 3D Reconstruction of a Complex Architecture
Authors: Medici Marco , Perda Giulio , Sterpin Andrea , Farella Elisa Mariarosaria , Settimo Stefano , Remondino Fabio
Published: June 2024

Abstract. In the last few years, data fusion has been an active research topic for the expected advantages of exploiting and combining different but complementary techniques for 3D documentation. The data fusion process consists of merging data coming from different sensors and platforms, intrinsically different, to produce complete, coherent, and precise 3D reconstructions. Although extensive research has been dedicated to this task, we still have many gaps in the integration process, and the quality of the results is hardly sufficient in several cases. This is especially evident when the integration occurs in a later stage, e.g., merging the results of separate data processing. New opportunities are emerging, with the possibility offered by some proprietary tools to jointly process heterogeneous data, particularly image and range-based data. The article investigates the benefits of data integration at different processing levels: raw, middle, and high levels. The experiments are targeted to explore, in particular, the results of the integration on large and complex architectures.
ESTATE: A Large Dataset of Under-Represented Urban Objects for 3D Point Cloud Classification
Authors: Bayrak Onur Can , Ma Zhenyu , Farella Elisa Mariarosaria , Remondino Fabio , Uzar Melis
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Cityscapes contain a variety of objects, each with a particular role in urban administration and development. With the rapid growth and implementation of 3D imaging technology, urban areas are increasingly surveyed with high-resolution point clouds. This technical advancement extensively improves our ability to capture and analyse urban environments and their small objects. Deep learning algorithms for point cloud data have shown considerable capacity in 3D object classification but still face problems with generally under-represented objects (such as light poles or chimneys). This paper introduces the ESTATE dataset (https://github.com/3DOM-FBK/ESTATE), which combines available datasets of various sensors, densities, regions, and object types. It includes 13 classes featuring intensity and/or colour attributes. Tests using ESTATE demonstrate that the dataset improves the classification performance of deep learning techniques and could be a game-changer to advance in the 3D classification of urban objects.
POSER: an oPen sOurce Simulation platform for tEaching and tRaining underwater photogrammetry
Authors: Menna Fabio , McAvoy Scott , Nocerino Erica , Tanduo Beatrice , Giuseffi Louise , Calantropio Alessio , Chiabrando Filiberto , Teppati Losè Lorenzo , Lingua Andrea Maria , Sandin Stuart , Edwards Clinton , Zgliczynski Brian , Rissolo Dominique , Kuester Falko
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Underwater photogrammetry presents unique challenges due to the optical properties of water that, if not correctly taken into account, might affect the quality of the survey and the related 2D and 3D products. It is recognized nowadays the importance to train newcomers to underwater surveying, and extend and consolidate the knowledge of best practices for underwater data acquisition. Starting from this consideration, we propose the development of POSER, a 3D simulation framework designed to facilitate the teaching of underwater imaging principles. The project, an ISPRS Educational and Capacity Building Initiative, is built upon the open-source platform Blender, incorporating realistic modelling of the physical properties of water, including light refraction, scattering, and absorption phenomena, to simulate underwater surveying conditions. We foster a learning-by-doing approach, providing users with ready-to-use application scenarios inspired by real-life case studies. They will cover a range of application fields, from marine ecology to archaeology and subsea metrology, and allow users to address the complexities of underwater surveying practices. This paper introduces POSER to the community, presenting its educational vocation and describing its constituent components.
The Legacy of Sycamore Gap: The Potential of Photogrammetric AI for Reverse Engineering Lost Heritage with Crowdsourced Data
Authors: Morelli Luca , Mazzacca Gabriele , Trybała Pawel , Gaspari Federica , Ioli Francesco , Ma Zhenyu , Remondino Fabio , Challis Keith , Poad Andrew , Turner Alex , Mills Jon P.
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The orientation of crowdsourced and multi-temporal image datasets presents a challenging task for traditional photogrammetry. Indeed, traditional image matching approaches often struggle to find accurate and reliable tie points in images that appear significantly different from one another. In this paper, in order to preserve the memory of the Sycamore Gap tree, a symbol of Hadrian's Wall that was felled in an act of vandalism in September 2023, deep-learning-based features trained specifically on challenging image datasets were employed to overcome limitations of traditional matching approaches. We demonstrate how unordered crowdsourced images and UAV videos can be oriented and used for 3D reconstruction purposes, together with a recently acquired terrestrial laser scanner point cloud for scaling and referencing. This allows the memory of the Sycamore Gap tree to live on and exhibits the potential of photogrammetric AI (Artificial Intelligence) for reverse engineering lost heritage.
Investigating the Potential of Hyper-Temporal Terrestrial Laser Point Clouds for Monitoring Deciduous Tree Growth
Authors: Bienert Anne , Richter Katja , Boehme Sophia , Maas Hans-Gerd
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Monitoring tree growth processes is relevant for ecological research and understanding the intricate relationship between vegetation and the environment. Time series analyses have revealed a correlation between leaf emergence timing and climate change, with earlier leaf emergence attributed to global warming. While traditional forest inventory methods struggle to quantify growth processes on small scales, terrestrial laser scanning provides a powerful alternative for providing high-resolution 3D information. This study explores the use of high-frequency hyper-temporal terrestrial laser scanning data to quantitatively describe deciduous tree growth, tested on a pedunculate oak (Quercus robur). The research aims to address key questions about detecting leaf growth in hypertemporal terrestrial laser scanning data. Additionally, it explores how 3D tree parameters and point cloud comparisons capture leaf and tree growth throughout the year. Results from M3C2 point cloud analyses indicate that the temporary branch movements correlate with precipitation. Over the year, branch movements were detected to increase with growing distance from the trunk.
Identifying and predicting climate change impact on vector-borne disease using machine learning: Case study of Plasmodium falciparum from Africa
Authors: Singh Priyanka , Saran Sameer
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Vector-borne diseases pose a significant threat to human health, particularly in regions vulnerable to climate change. Among these diseases, malaria, caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum and transmitted through the Anopheles mosquito, remains a major global health concern, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. This study explores the use of machine learning techniques to identify and predict the impact of climate change on the transmission dynamics of P. falciparum malaria in Africa.The research utilizes a combination of climate data, epidemiological records, and machine learning algorithms to analyze historical patterns and project future trends in malaria transmission. Key climate variables such as temperature, precipitation, humidity, and vegetation cover are integrated into predictive models to assess their influence on the abundance and distribution of mosquito vectors and the parasite's lifecycle. Through the application of machine learning models such as Maximum Entropy, this study aims to uncover complex relationships between climatic factors and malaria transmission dynamics. By training these models on historical data, they can accurately predict future scenarios under various climate change scenarios. The findings of this research will provide valuable insights into the potential impact of climate change on the spatial and temporal distribution of P. falciparum malaria in Africa. Such insights are crucial for designing targeted interventions and adaptation strategies to mitigate the anticipated rise in malaria cases and associated morbidity and mortality in the region. Moreover, the methodology developed in this study can serve as a framework for assessing and addressing the impact of climate change on other vector-borne diseases globally.
MEGA Vision: Integrating Reef Photogrammetry Data into Immersive Mixed Reality Experiences
Authors: Spengler Alex , Pascoe Kailey , Kapono Cliff , Kane Haunani , Burns John
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Coral reefs and submerged cultural heritage sites are integral to supporting marine biodiversity, preserving human history, providing ecosystem services, and understanding drivers of ecosystem health and function. Despite the importance of these submerged underwater habitats, accessibility to these environments remains limited to specialized professionals. The MEGA Vision mixed reality application integrates photogrammetry-derived data products with augmented reality (AR) technologies to transcend this barrier, offering an immersive and educational platform for the broader public. Using high-resolution imagery from SCUBA expeditions, the app presents users with realistic and spatially accurate 3D reconstructions of coral reefs and submerged archaeological artifacts within an interactive interface developed through Unity and Vuforia. The applications’ instructional design includes multimedia elements for enhancing user comprehension of marine and historical sciences. This mixed reality tool exemplifies the convergence of scientific data visualization and public engagement, offering a unique educational tool that demystifies the complexities of marine ecosystems and maritime history, thereby fostering a deeper appreciation and stewardship of underwater environments. By enabling accessible, interactive, and immersive experiences, the application has the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with and contribute to marine sciences, aligning technology with conservation and research efforts to cultivate a more informed and environmentally conscious public.
KÜLTÜREL MİRASLARIN KORUNMASINA YÖNELİK LiDAR VE İHA FOTOGRAMETRİSİ YÖNTEMLERİNİN BİRLİKTE KULLANIMI
Authors: Balcı Davut , Ulvi Ali
Published: June 2024

Kültürel miras, evrensel nitelikleri barındırdığı kabul edilen önceki nesiller tarafından meydana getirilmiş eserleri ifade eder. Zaman içerisinde uğrayacakları doğal ya da yapay deformasyon etkilerinden korumak veyahut tamamen yeryüzünden silinmelerini engellemek için bu mirasların 3B (üç boyutlu) belgelemesinin (dokümantasyonunun) yapılması gerekmektedir. Elde edilen 3B belgeleme verileri ileriki dönemlerde gerek yenileme çalışmalarına yardımcı olmak için gerekse deformasyon izlemelerini yapmak için kullanılabilir. Gelişen teknoloji ile belgeleme teknikleri de yenilenmiştir. Günümüzde bu çalışmalar için kullanılan yöntemlerden bazıları fotogrametrik (Yersel, İHA, Hava) ve lazer tarama gibi modern tekniklerdir. Modern belgeleme tekniklerinin her birinin avantaj ve dezavantajları bulunmaktadır. Özellikle seçilen obje veya alanın spesifik özelliklerine ve o andaki durumuna bağlı olarak uygun belgeleme yöntemi seçilmelidir. Fakat en uygun belgeleme tekniği seçilse de tam ve eksiksiz veri toplamak oldukça zordur. Bu yüzden birden fazla belgeleme yöntemleri kullanılarak optimum seviyede eksiksiz veri toplanmalıdır. Çünkü belgeleme gelecekteki birçok sürecin ilk adımıdır. Bu yüzden belgelemenin ilk adımı olan veri toplama süreci en önemli aşamadır. Bu çalışmada da hem tarihi önemi olan hem de karakteristik yapısı nedeniyle dikkat çeken ve kültürel miras olarak kabul edilen Nusret Mayın Gemisi’nin 3B belgelemesi yapılmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda hem İHA fotogrametrisi hem de Lazer tarama yöntemleri ile veriler toplanmıştır. Sonuç olarak her iki yöntemin avantaj ve dezavantajları ele alınmış ve bu yöntemlerin istatistiki karşılaştırılması yapılmıştır.
Publicidad de vanguardia en las revistas españolas de arquitectura y construcción: 1925-1936
Authors: Egaña Casariego Francisco
Published: June 2024

Este artículo pretende demostrar la existencia de una vanguardia en la publicidad de las revistas españolas de arquitectura y construcción entre los años 1925 y 1936, periodo que coincide casi exactamente con la Dictadura de Primo de Rivera y la Segunda República. Con ese propósito se repasa la publicidad de las principales revistas técnicas del momento, para seleccionar y analizar una muestra de anuncios comerciales lo suficientemente amplia y significativa como para confirmar esa hipótesis de partida. Junto al estudio cualitativo de estos anuncios se lleva a cabo un análisis cuantitativo de la muestra, que arroja interesantes conclusiones, entre otras, la importancia de la publicidad del cemento. El estudio de estos anuncios se ve dificultado por la práctica bastante extendida hasta hace escasas décadas en las diferentes bibliotecas y centros de documentación, de desposeer a estas revistas de sus portadas y páginas de publicidad en el proceso de encuadernación. Esta gráfica publicitaria, apenas considerada hasta ahora, vendría a enriquecer el panorama del diseño gráfico de vanguardia de aquel periodo de efervescencia cultural y artística que se ha dado en llamar la “Edad de Plata de la cultura española”.
Factor Affecting Workplace Crime: Role of Organizational Policies, Employment Law, and Employee Perceived Consequences in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Mughal M Asghar , Aleem Usman , Hussain Mujtaba , Khanzada Rashid
Published: June 2024

The influence of organizational rules, employment law, as well as employee perceptions of repercussions on workplace crime in Saudi Arabian enterprises was investigated through quantitative survey-based research. A sample of 500 employees from various industries in Saudi Arabia completed a survey measuring their perceptions of their engagement in workplace crime. The researchers used the cross-sectional research design, quantitative research approach, and Partial Least Square (PLS)-Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique for measurement and structural model. The structural model results indicate that organizational policies, employees' perceived consequences, and employment law were negatively associated with workplace crime. Such findings highlighted the importance of comprehensive policies and procedures for preventing workplace crime compliance with employment law regulations, and creating a culture of deterrence to prevent workplace crime in Saudi Arabian companies. The study has implications for both companies and law enforcement agencies in Saudi Arabia. Moreover, the findings deal with visions for companies functioning in Saudi Arabia, empowering them to progress and appliance active strategies for avoiding workstation crime. This is particularly crucial for maintaining a safe and secure working environment. Suggests avenues for future research on workplace crime prevention. The research limitations and future directions are also discussed at the end of the study.
Analisis Manajemen Risiko IT di Organisasi XYZ Berdasarkan ISO31000:2018
Authors: Wicaksono Sangaji , Yupit Sudianto
Published: June 2024

Untuk mewujudkan Good Corporate Governance (GCG) di organisasi XYZ melalui optimalisasi departemen Information and Communication Technology (ICT), diperlukan analisis manajemen risiko. Tujuannya adalah mengidentifikasi, mengklasifikasi, dan menganalisis risiko untuk mencapai transparansi, akuntabilitas, tanggung jawab, kemandirian, dan keadilan. Namun, permasalahan masih ditemukan di tiap departemen yang mengganggu proses bisnis. Untuk mengurangi risiko, diterapkan manajemen risiko berdasarkan kerangka kerja ISO31000:2018 yang didukung oleh UU RI No. 20 Tahun 2014 dan PP No. 34 Tahun 2018 melalui BSN. Hasil penilaian risiko menunjukkan bahwa departemen pertama memiliki sebelas risiko dengan lima risiko signifikan, departemen kedua memiliki sembilan risiko dengan dua risiko signifikan, dan departemen ketiga memiliki delapan risiko dengan satu risiko tidak signifikan. Tiga risiko dapat diterima dan tiga risiko dapat dibagikan dengan pihak terkait atau vendor.
Rancangan Basis Data Transaksi Pada PT.Bank Perkreditan Rakyat ABC Menggunakan MySQL Dengan Model Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD) dan Physical Data Model (PDM)
Authors: Ramadhani Mukhlis Iqbal , Hermansyah Deny , Meilisa Lantang Vanessa
Published: June 2024

Kemajuan teknologi tidak hanya memberi kemudahan saja tetapi juga sebagai sarana informasi dan komunikasi. Dalam sistem transaksi bank pada umumnya memerlukan rangkaian tabel berupa aktivitas nasabah seperti transfer antar bank, transfer sesama bank, penarikan tunai, setor tunai dan lainnya. Data transaksi pada bank tersebut harus dikelola dengan baik, agar berdampak baik yang mempengaruhi aktivitas perusahaan. Cara meminimalisirkan kesalahan atau kejadian tidak diduga ketika mengelola data transaksi bank yang bisa terhitung besar dan banyak maka perlu dihubungkan sistem transaksi bank dengan menggunakan MySQL dan model konseptual data seperti ERD dan PDM. Hasil studi kasus membuktikan bahwa dengan adanya model konseptual dari ERD dan PDM dapat mempermudah proses alur dalam transaksi pada bank. Berdasarkan analisis data dapat disimpulkan bahwa ketiga konsep model tersebut dapat membantu penyusunan tabel relasi dalam database MySQL, sehingga ketika nasabah ingin mengetahui proses transaksi pada rekeningnya dalam jangka waktu yang ditentukan maka akan otomatis masuk ke database.
Teachers’ Perceptions about the Use of Flipped Learning Tools in Improving the Reading Skills of ESL Undergraduate Students
Authors: Sadiq Uzma , Qurut-ul-Ain Iqra , Alam Rabia
Published: June 2024

This study aims to investigate teachers’ views on using flipped learning tools to improve the reading skills of undergraduate students in Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan. It also examines the effectiveness of flipped learning. This study used a quantitative research method, collecting data from 30 English teachers at Ghazi University, D.G. Khan and University of Education Lahore, D.G. Khan Campus. Results showed positive attitudes toward flipped learning tools, which were found to be effective in improving learners’ reading skills.
ТЫШКЫ ЭКОНОМИКАЛЫК БАЙЛАНЫШТАРДЫ ӨНҮКТҮРҮҮНҮН НЕГИЗИНДЕ ЖАЛАЛ-АБАД ОБЛУСУНУН ИШКАНАЛАРЫНЫН ЭКОНОМИКАЛЫК КӨРСӨТКҮЧТӨРҮ
Authors: Карбекова Азиза , Кубанычбеков Э.К. , Сайпидинов И.М.
Published: June 2024

Жалал-Абад облусунун тышкы экономикалык байланыштарды өнүктүрүүнүн алкагында Узбекистан менен чектешкен аймактардагы Узбекистан  менен соода-сатык мамилелер менен иштешкен Жалал-Абад облусунун ишканаларынын  ишмердүүлүгүн талдоодо аймактык факторлор дагы чоң роль ойнойт. Мунун себеби ар кандай өндүрүш жана чарбачылык мүнөзгө ээ, себеби өндүрүштүн өзгөчө айыл чарбачынын мейкиндикте жайланышы аймактык табигый климаттык шарттарынан көп көз каранды. Табигый климаттык шарттар кээ бир дыйканчылыкта жана мал чарбасында атаандаштыкка туруштук бере турган артыкчылыкты же болбосо кемчилдикти да жаратышы мүмкүн.
Relationship between Somatic Mutations and Clinic Pathological of Follicular Variant Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma: A MetaAnalysis
Authors:   Department of Occupational Health and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China., Fan Qinghua
Published: June 2024

Background and aims: The incidence of somatic mutations and clinicopathological features in Follicular Variant Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma (FVPTC) demonstrate inconsistent findings. Materials and methods: A total of 104 publications from PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase and The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) were included in this meta-analysis. One meta-analysis assessed the histology-specific prevalence, while another examined the clinical features of mutant carriers. Furthermore, the mutational landscape of FVPTC was analyzed using data from TCGA database.
Liraglutide (Saxenda) Combined with Lifestyle Coaching for Weight Loss in a Bariatric Center
Authors:   Dutch Obesity Clinic (NOK Zuid), John F. Kennedylaan 301, 6419 XZ Heerlen, The Netherlands., Palm-Meinders Inge H , Jense Marijn TF ,   Department of Surgery, Zuyderland Medical Center, Henri Dunantstraat 5, 6419 PC Heerlen, The Netherlands., M Greve Jan Willem ,   Dutch Obesity Clinic (NOK Zuid), John F. Kennedylaan 301, 6419 XZ Heerlen, The Netherlands., Boerma Evert-Jan G ,   Dutch Obesity Clinic (NOK Zuid), John F. Kennedylaan 301, 6419 XZ Heerlen, The Netherlands.
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Overweight and obesity should be viewed as chronic diseases, for which liraglutide (Saxenda) might be a treatment option. The aim of the current study is to describe a real-world experience with the use of liraglutide combined with lifestyle coaching in a bariatric center. Methods: A retrospective study including all patients (n=124) who enrolled in our lifestyle coaching program combined with the use of liraglutide. Discussion: Liraglutide was well tolerated. After 1 year of treatment, median Total Weight Loss (TWL) was 11.5% and decrease in total body weight at 4-, and 6-months post initiation were 8.7% and 9.9%, respectively. At 6 months after start of the treatment, 89% had lost at least 5% of their body weight and 52% of participants lost at least 10%. Disappointment in weight loss or effect on satiety are reasons to stop using liraglutide. Conclusion: The use of liraglutide is well-tolerated and associated with clinically meaningful weight loss in a cohort with a mean BMI of 36 kg/m2 . Gastrointestinal symptoms are not the main reason to stop using liraglutide. Reasons for patients to stop treatment with liraglutide are disappointment in weight loss or effect on satiety and appetite, predominantly after 6 months of use.
Fournier`S Gangrene: The Importance of an Early Diagnosis
Authors:   nternal Medicine Department, University Hospital of Albacete, Albacete, Spain., Marta Guzmán Pérez , Julián Solís García Del Pozo ,   Internal Medicine Department, Infections Disease Section, University Hospital of Albacete, Albacete, Spain., Pablo L Guzmán Martínez-Valls ,   Urology Department, Virgen de la Arrixaca University Clinical Hospital, Murcia, Spain.
Published: June 2024

Introduction and objective: Fournier’s Gangrene (FG) is a necrotizing fasciitis that affects the external genitalia, perineum and perianal region, with occasional extension to the abdomen, lower limbs and even to the chest. The objective is to perform a descriptive analysis of the etiology and the risk factors of this disease, as well as to expose its diagnostic methods and therapeutic management based on the most recent scientific evidence of the latest years. Material and methods: A narrative literature review has been made to identify the risk factors and the etiology, as well as the diagnostic methods and the therapeutic management.
A Curious Case of Needle Embolism to the Heart in a Former Addict: Cardiac Tamponade Ten Years after the Last Use of Injective Drugs
Authors:   Cardiac Surgery Department, Division of Cardiac Surgery, IRCCS, Azienda Ospedaliero-University of Bologn, Bologna, Italy., Suarez Sofia Martin , Orioli Valentina ,   Cardiac Surgery Department, Division of Cardiac Surgery, IRCCS, Azienda Ospedaliero-University of Bologn, Bologna, Italy., Costantino Antonino ,   Cardiac Surgery Department, Division of Cardiac Surgery, IRCCS, Azienda Ospedaliero-University of Bologn, Bologna, Italy., Botta Luca ,   Cardiac Surgery Department, Division of Cardiac Surgery, IRCCS, Azienda Ospedaliero-University of Bologn, Bologna, Italy., Pacini Davide ,   Cardiac Surgery Department, Division of Cardiac Surgery, IRCCS, Azienda Ospedaliero-University of Bologn, Bologna, Italy.
Published: June 2024

Cardiac needle embolism is a rare condition. We present the rare case of a 47-year-old man with a history of intravenous drug use. He developed pleuro-pericarditis, but after a few days the patient became clinically unstable and a CT scan revealed a needle embedded in the right ventricular wall.
Idiopathic Ileocolonic Intussusception in the Elderly: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors:   Department of Surgery, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), PMB 5022, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria., Mbah Nonso
Published: June 2024

Background: Adult intussusception is rare, in sharp contrast to childhood intussusception. It’s often considered a distinct disease entity from the paediatric intussusception because of dissimilarities in the aetiology, clinical presentation and management options. Operative treatment is mandatory for the management of colonic intussusception in the adult patient as many cases are associated with bowel tumours. Case presentation: An 86-year-old male retired civil servant presented with clinical and radiological features of ileocolonic intussusception. He had extended right hemicolectomy. The histology revealed an idiopathic ileocolic intussusception without an associated bowel tumour. He made an uneventful recovery and was discharged on the 8th day after surgery. Conclusion: Adult intussusception is not only rarer than the childhood disease, but requires mandatory surgical operation for treatment. This case involving an elderly patient in his 9th decade of life is reported to highlight the deviation from the usual pattern of presentation of this disease in an adult patient.
Selenium and Atherosclerosis: A Case-Control Study in a Hospital in Izmir
Authors:   Akut Cardiovascular Hospital, İzmir/Tukey., Yuksek Cagla , Durusoy Raika ,   Department of Public Health, Ege University, İzmir/Turkey., Yakut Necmeddin ,   Akut Cardiovascular Hospital, İzmir/Turkey., Ergin Isil ,   Department of Public Health, Ege University, İzmir/Turkey.
Published: June 2024

Objective: Atherosclerosis is an arterial disease with thickening of the vessel wall and loss of flexibility. The mostly accepted hypothesis about its pathogenesis is oxidative stress. Selenium is an essential element protecting against oxidative damage.
Italian Spetiale/Medical Doctor in the 17th/18th Century: Culture, Food and Environment or a Better Healthness
Authors:   Dermatology Department, R&D Center, Nanotechnology Unit, Academy of History of Healthcare Art, Rome, Italy., Morganti Pierfrancesco , Visentin Pier Paolo ,   R&D Center and Vice President, Academy of History of Healthcare Art, Rome, Italy., Chen Hong-Duo ,   Key Laboratory of Immunohematology, The Central Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China.
Published: June 2024

In the 18th Century the “Spetiale” was a pharmacist who, having a chemical/medical culture, was able to make and distribute herbs, natural potions and drugs to be used in different diseases. As written into an ancient book (“Compendio”) of Fr. Domenico Auda, Head Department of the St Spirito hospital in Rome (“CapoSpeciale nell Archiospedale di San Spirito in Roma”), the condition necessary at that time to practice the Art of Speciaria were: to will, be able and know (“volere, potere e sapere”) (Figure 1) [1,2].
Effect of Health Education on the Knowledge of Pregnant Women on Iron and Folic Acid Supplements: A Stepped Wedge Cluster Randomized Trial
Authors:   Department of Family Medicine, Community Health, and Epidemiology, Kenyatta University, Kenya., Njiru Haron , Gitahi Mary W ,   Department of Family Medicine, Community Health, and Epidemiology, Kenyatta University, Kenya., Njogu Eunice ,   Department of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Kenyatta University, Kenya.
Published: June 2024

Iron deficiency poses a significant public health challenge during pregnancy. However, optimal uptake of antenatal micronutrients is hampered by lack of knowledge. We investigated the effect of health education on knowledge of women regarding antenatal Iron and Folic Acid Supplements (IFAS). In a 9-month trial, antenatal care clinics received a maternal IFAS awareness package, which included education for both health workers and pregnant women and health Information Education and Communication (IEC) materials. The study found that IFAS knowledge improved from 44.8% to 81.1%, a 36-percentage point increase. To enhance IFAS knowledge, hence uptake, the study recommends targeted health education emphasizing IFAS benefits, management of IFAS side effects, along with providing standardized information materials to the clinics.
Paracentesis - haemodynamic effects of large-volume paracentesis (LVP)
Authors:   Medical Department, Division of Hepatology and Gastroenterology (Including Metabolic Diseases), Charité - University Medicine Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13359 Berlin, Germany., Donata Grajecki , Eric Bibizza ,   Medical Biometry and Epidemiology, University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, Martinistrasse 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany., A Just Isabell ,   Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Deutsches Herzzentrum Charité, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13359 Berlin, Germany., A Feldheiser ,   Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, Charité - University Medicine Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13359 Berlin, Germany., Bertram Wiedenmann ,   Medical Department, Division of Hepatology and Gastroenterology (Including Metabolic Diseases), Charité - University Medicine Berlin, Augustenburger Platz 1, 13359 Berlin, Germany.
Published: June 2024

Introduction: Ascites is one of the manifestations of acute decompensation of liver cirrhosis. Study results in recent years indicate that liver cirrhosis is a systemic inflammation and leads to altered haemodynamics in addition to organ complications. The haemodynamic effects of paracentesis on the disturbed circulation must therefore be reconsidered. Methods: Observational study of 21 patients who underwent haemodynamic and laboratory monitoring before, under and up to 48 hours after paracentesis with albumin substitution using noninvasive haemodynamic monitoring (esCCO TM System®, Nihon Kohden, Japan).
MAIN ERRORS IN TRANSLATION
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i named after Tashkent state university of uzbek language and literature, Maxkamova Shaxlo
Published: June 2024

This article addresses some of the common problems that arise in translation studies. It also highlights the current demand for translation studies and its place in society.
LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES IN GLOBALIZATION
Authors:   Tashkent University of Information Technologies, Salakhova Elza
Published: June 2024

In the era of globalization, language development faces numerous challenges due to increased interconnectedness among diverse linguistic communities. Globalization has led to a surge in cross-cultural interactions, trade, and migration, necessitating effective communication
ASSESSMENT AS LEARNING INTEGRAL PART OF AUTONOMOUS LEARNING
Authors:   Westminster International university in Tashkent, Babakhodjaeva Lobar
Published: June 2024

Assessment is been one of the key aspects of learning and teaching and it plays integral part in educational context. By rethinking the role and design of assessment as a process which will lead to product can make teaching and learning process more engaging and become a drive for development of learner autonomy.
BENEFITS OF INCORPORATING ONLINE PLATFORMS WITH ELT AND ONLINE COMMUNICATION TOOLS
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i named after Tashkent state university of uzbek language and literature, Turdieva Roza
Published: June 2024

Increasing opportunities for integrating online platforms into modern blended ELT systems, is not just advantageous, it’s essential in the world we live in. With the help of the advantages provided by the English websites, the percentage of students dropping out of the courses taken in this research work has decreased, due to their interest in the use of interactive activities that the websites provide. Students are able to better practice the various language skills they are learning. Teachers and students alike can benefit from the use of digital learning tools in the classroom.
THE IMPACT OF NOTE TAKING TO THE STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
Authors:   Tashkent State Law University, Mukhtorova Nohida
Published: June 2024

The impact of note taking while listening is gaining a great importance as a challenging cognitive task among the students with and without disabilities in recent years. The impact of note taking while listening is well-recognized. Note taking method plays a crucial role in academic advancement of students’ study. In this paper, the impact of note taking, common difficulties of note taking and techniques of note taking for students with disabilities will be analyzed through study review. This review will provide efficient information and data, gathered from the articles. Furthermore, in this review, the smart pen and dot paper techniques will be described that can be utilized for students with learning disabilities.
THE ROLE OF LITERARY TEXT IN TEACHING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Authors:   Tashkent University of Information Technologies, Razzoqova Gulchehra
Published: June 2024

The article is devoted to the problems of working on a literary text in foreign language classes. It analyzes the reason why many teachers refuse to recommend the use of fiction in the process of teaching a foreign language, emphasizing the need to develop literary competence.
ORGANIZING LANGUAGE CLASSES AT UNIVERSITIES
Authors:   Alisher Navo'i named after Tashkent state university of uzbek language and literature, Turdiev Islomjon
Published: June 2024

Language planning in different institutes are very urgent in today’s communication demanded world to interact with other international organizations. The necessity of language planning has to be researched, in this article some works will be discussed, and suggestions and recommendations is supposed to be given.
ENHANCING LITERARY LEARNING: INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
Authors:   National University of Uzbekistan, Pardayeva Gulhayo
Published: June 2024

his comprehensive article explores the intersection of literature and technology in the modern classroom, highlighting innovative strategies for enhancing the teaching and learning of literary texts. The article begins by emphasizing the timeless significance of literature in education and the transformative impact of technology on the educational landscape.
INDIAN FOREST ACT AND POLICIES: BE AT VARIANCE WITH SOCIAL LEGITIMACY
Authors: Basu Saikat Kumar , Mukherjee Suparna Sanyal
Published: June 2024

Indian woodland is a rich source of natural phenomenon, which maintains a gracious eco-balance and environmental potentiality. Ancient time scale to the present era Boscage is fulfilling needful action/desire, sourcing and supplying an enormous quantity of natural objects. So, the symbiotic relationship with the Copse area becomes a necessity for all life forms based on Indian woodland. There were many foreign invasions over the Indian Woodlands, of which The British invasion was remarkable, they were alluring India in the early 18th Century and permanently took charge of India as British India in 1760, ushering in monopolizing absolute supremacy over the Indian Boscage, they initiated a rule and finally an Act as Indian Forest Act 1865. The Indian Forest Act was amended in 1878 and finally enacted in 1927. Post independence India declared itself a Sovereign Democratic Republic State, but the Act remains the same. The Indian Forest Act is a piece of legislation enacted by the British Indian government in 1927. Its primary purpose was to consolidate and amend the laws related to forests, the transit of forest produce, and the duty levied on timber and other forest produce. The act aimed to regulate and manage forests in India, addressing issues such as forest conservation, protection, and revenue generation. The Forest policies were based on Scientific Management of the Forest, incepted since the 18th Century. The Policy guidelines were formulated to keep in view all aspects of the Forest that were practiced and emphasized factors like socio-economic, rural development, and environmental development as prime factors. Concessions were comprehended and extruded for the forest dwellers especially the Tribes in connection with livelihood sustenance. In this context, the 1894 policy of pre-independence, 1952, 1988 and 2018 policies of postindependence are mentionable for the same. The present sequel has been emphasized on the entire ambit of the tribal communities basically who are the forest dwellers since time immemorial. Collection of minor forest produces and uses thereof to maintain livelihood sustenance as offertory which executes a degree of dependence on the forest at the present day. Inclusion and exclusion determine the positivity of policy guidelines and practices that encourage the sustainable development of forest dwellers.
ASSESSMENT OF GROUNDWATER QUALITY FOR DRINKING PURPOSE IN ISMAILABAD BLOCK, KURUSHETRA DISTRICT, HARYANA
Authors: Kumar Anup , Balwinder  , O.P. Thakur
Published: June 2024

Living beings on the planet Earth are existing because of availability of water, air and nutrients. Increasing population and industrial revolution has put pressure on the availability of natural resources. Availability of water per capita is decreasing very fast and putting stress on survival of living beings. The present study area 0 0 Ismailabad block is located in Kurukshetra district of Haryana between the latitudes 30.02 N to 30.20 N and 0 0 longitudes 76.62 E to 76.81 E and covers an area of 213.81 sq.km. Geologically alluvium and geomorphologically alluvial plain are present in the study area. The main objective was to assess groundwater quality for drinking purpose in the study area. In the study area nine groundwater samples were collected in 250 ml double capped plastic bottles from tube wells. Geo-coordinates of sample locations were noted with the help of mobile GPS. Chemical analysis of nine groundwater samples were done using Tamilnadu Water Supply and Drainage (TWAD) Board, Chennai prepared Field Water Testing kit for twelve chemical parameters viz. pH, alkalinity, hardness, chloride, total dissolved solids, fluoride, iron, nitrite, nitrate, ammonia, phosphate and residual chlorine. Results of groundwater samples analysis were compared with BIS drinking water standards (IS 10500:2012) to know the suitability of groundwater for drinking purpose. The study shows that in the study area pH ranges 7 to 8, alkalinity 230 mg/l to 400 mg/l, hardness 130 mg/l to 400 mg/l, chloride 20 mg/l to 60 mg/l, total dissolved solids 420 mg/l to 960 mg/l, fluoride 0.5 mg/l to 1.5 mg/l, iron nil in all the nine groundwater samples, ammonia nil to 1mg/l, nitrite 0.2 mg/l to 0.5 mg/l, nitrate 45 mg/l to 75 mg/l, phosphate nil in all the nine groundwater samples and residual chlorine 0 mg/l to 0.2 mg/l. The study is highly useful for planning and monitoring of groundwater quality for drinking purpose in the study area.
ANALYSIS OF PRIMARY PRODUCTIVITY OF PHYTOPLANKTONIC COMMUNITY STRUCTURE OF A WETLAND
Authors: Mandal Om Prakash , Kumar Sarvesh , Singh Rajkumar
Published: June 2024

Present work deals with the morphometrics, water and soil chemistry and productivity of Kawar Wetland with special reference to nutrient status. Studies were done during the period 2017-18. Altogether 37 species of phytoplankton were recorded from the water of Kawar lake of four major group i.e. 8 species belong to Myxophyceae were recorded between 20 u/l to 200 u/l. 14 species belong to Chlorophyceae were recorded between 10 u/l to 280 u/l., 14 species belong to Bacillariophyceae were recorded between 40 u/l to 232 u/l, 1 specie belongs to Euglenophyceae was recorded between 0 u/l to 1.59 u/l.
Suplemento alimentar de vitamina C: fiscalização durante o período de adequação à nova legislação
Authors: Abe-Matsumoto Lucile , Dias Nelson , Iglesia Viviane de Paula Acosta , Kus-Yamashita Mahyara
Published: June 2024

Os suplementos à base de vitamina C são amplamente consumidos pela população, evidenciando a importância da fiscalização desses produtos. Em julho de 2018, a ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) publicou as novas regulamentações sobre suplementos alimentares, estabelecendo-se o prazo de 60 meses para as empresas se adequarem a essas normas. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo determinar os teores de vitamina C, comparar os valores analisados com os declarados na informação nutricional e avaliar os dizeres de rotulagem em produtos à base dessa vitamina. Os teores de vitamina C foram determinados por titulação potenciométrica e as análises de rotulagem foram realizadas com base nas legislações da ANVISA em doze amostras de suplementos colhidos pelas Vigilâncias Sanitárias do Estado de São Paulo. Os teores de vitamina C avaliados estavam de acordo com os declarados na informação nutricional do rótulo, com exceção de uma amostra que apresentou teor abaixo do valor declarado. Em relação aos dizeres de rotulagem, sete amostras (58%) apresentaram um ou mais itens em desacordo com a legislação, mostrando a necessidade de monitoramento constante desse tipo de produto. O trabalho representa um estudo preliminar de avaliação dos suplementos no período de adequação às novas regulamentações.
A relação entre polimorfismos de IL-4 e asma: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Silva Marcos Jessé Abrahão , Monteiro Ellerson Oliveira Loureiro , E Silva Bianca Benicio , Martins Debora Zoila da Conceição , Siqueira Andrei Santos , Santana Bárbara Brasil
Published: June 2024

A asma é uma doença crônica e heterogênea das vias aéreas que tem início na infância e persiste em muitos casos até a vida adulta. A doença é resultado de interações ambientais, epigenéticas e genéticas. Este trabalho tem como objetivo revisar sobre os polimorfismos descritos na literatura no gene IL-4 associados à susceptibilidade ou proteção ao desenvolvimento da asma. Trata-se de uma revisão sistemática da literatura, feita nos bancos de dados PubMed, MEDLINE e Science Direct no corte temporal de 2000 a julho de 2021, ressaltando os seguintes pontos-chave: IL-4, Polimorfismos e Asma. A pesquisa resultou em 29 artigos, sendo em sua totalidade em língua inglesa. Apesar de alguns estudos divergentes, o SNP rs2243250, que foi o mais estudado em populações de diversos países, também foi o que mais encontrou correlações de susceptibilidade com a doença. Conclui-se que, apesar de haver dados controversos sobre os SNPs de IL-4 relacionados à doença, a associação dos estudos pangenômicos tem trazido uma lista de genes e variações deles associados com o risco de desenvolver a asma, como o SNP rs2243250 que foi bem relacionado em populações de vários países analisados.
Caracterização morfológica e morfométrica de estágios larvares de Strongyloides spp., ancilostomídeos e Angiostrongylus spp.: subsídios para identificação em amostras ambientais
Authors: De Pauli-Yamada Laís Fernanda , Silva Pinto Pedro Luiz
Published: June 2024

A identificação precisa de nematódeos de interesse médico-veterinário em amostras de solo ou alimentos é uma ação complexa, devido à grande diversidade de nematódeos no ambiente. O objetivo do estudo foi realizar a caracterização morfológica e morfométrica de diferentes estágios larvários de ancilostomídeos, Strongyloides stercoralis, Strongyloides venezuelensis, Angiostrongylus cantonensis e Angiostrongylus costaricensis, e desenvolver um estudo de similaridade entre espécies do mesmo gênero, a fim de orientar o diagnóstico diferencial com os nematódeos ambientais. As larvas foram fixadas e diversos parâmetros corporais foram mensurados, para os quais foi realizada estatística descritiva e estudo de similaridade. Os resultados médios das larvas padrões foram compatíveis com os descritos para as espécies, com variabilidade em alguns parâmetros. S. stercoralis e S. venezuelensis demonstraram similaridade de 59% para L1 e 79% para L3, com maior diferenciação entre os grupos em relação à extremidade anterior e ao primórdio genital. No pool de larvas de ancilostomídeos, verificouse uma grande variação nos parâmetros avaliados, especialmente quanto ao comprimento total do corpo. A. cantonensis e A. costaricensis apresentaram 48% de similaridade entre L1 e 76% para L3. Por meio da análise morfométrica e de similaridade verificou-se a possibilidade do aprimoramento do diagnóstico diferencial de nematódeos de origem ambiental.