bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Panorama epidemiológico das notificações de leishmaniose visceral no estado do Amazonas no período de 2010 a 2021
Authors: Silva Henrique Araújo da , Souza Erica Larissa Pantoja de , Souza Vivian Cristine de Souza e , Colares Giselle Gomes , Santos Maria Leila Fabar dos , Castro Amaury Trindade de , Gonzaga Jordana Pereira , Maciel Marcel Goncalves
Published: March 2024

A leishmaniose visceral é considerada uma doença infecciosa e parasitária, com desenvolvimento crônico, apresentando altas taxas de mortalidade quando não tratada em tempo hábil. O estudo teve como objetivo descrever as características epidemiológicas dos casos de Leishmaniose visceral, notificados no Estado do Amazonas. Os dados foram coletados entre agosto e outubro de 2022 do Sistema de Informação de Agravos e Notificações (SINAN) gerados pelo Departamento de Análise e Tabulação de dados do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS). Foram notificados 10 (dez) casos de LV no Estado do Amazonas, Manaus 6 casos, Jutaí 2 casos, Fonte Boa e Tabatinga 1 caso, todos casos importados. Grande parte dos casos ocorreram em pessoas do sexo masculino, nas faixas etárias de 20-39 anos, principalmente em pessoas pardas. O estudo descreve a notificação de casos importados de Leishmaniose Visceral em municípios amazonenses, informações não preenchidas no banco de dados limitaram a descrição de algumas informações epidemiológicas, até o presente momento não existe transmissão autóctone de LV no Estado do Amazonas.
Desenvolvimentos Recentes em Técnicas de Anastomose para Cirurgia Gastrointestinal: Uma Revisão
Authors: Pereira Pablo Patrick , Bessa Bruna Dal Sasso , Egüez Pepita Parada , Azevedo Luana Menezes , Faria Lucas Maciel Naves de
Published: March 2024

Este artigo apresenta uma revisão abrangente dos desenvolvimentos recentes em técnicas de anastomose para cirurgia gastrointestinal, destacando inovações que prometem transformar a prática cirúrgica e melhorar os desfechos para os pacientes. Através de uma estratégia de busca meticulosa em bases de dados científicas, foram identificados estudos relevantes que exploram técnicas convencionais e emergentes, incluindo anastomose por compressão magnética, aplicação de suturas em camada seromuscular e anastomose guiada por ultrassonografia endoscópica (EUS). Os resultados indicam que tais inovações oferecem vantagens significativas, como redução de complicações pós-operatórias e melhoria na recuperação dos pacientes. A discussão enfatiza a importância da educação contínua e do desenvolvimento profissional, bem como a necessidade de ensaios clínicos randomizados para validar os benefícios dessas técnicas. A conclusão reitera o potencial dessas inovações para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes, destacando a necessidade de abordagens baseadas em evidências na adoção de novas tecnologias cirúrgicas. Esta revisão evidencia a evolução dinâmica das técnicas de anastomose e a importância de pesquisa e prática clínica informadas para avançar na cirurgia gastrointestinal.
NEFROLITÍASE: DOS SINTOMAS AO DIAGNÓSTICO
Authors: Matos Maria Tereza Leite , Cavalcante Luciane Mari Brito , Sena Karine Santos de , Santos Hellen Gomes dos , Beber Jéssica Botelho Costa
Published: March 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo revisar a literatura médica atual sobre a nefrolitíase, abordando seus sintomas, causas e métodos de diagnóstico. A nefrolitíase é uma das doenças urológicas mais comuns, sendo importante distingui-la da nefrocalcinose, que envolve a calcificação do parênquima renal. Estudos recentes têm mostrado um aumento no número de casos diagnosticados anualmente, com uma predominância da nefrolitíase em homens, conforme evidenciado por estudos epidemiológicos. A metodologia utilizada incluiu uma revisão bibliográfica de artigos relevantes sobre o tema.
NÍVEL DE SONOLÊNCIA DIURNA EM ESTUDANTES DE MEDICINA DA ZONA DA MATA MINEIRA
Authors: Batista Joana Pereira Ventura , Fonseca Yuri Cordeiro , Carmo André Adeir Chaves do
Published: March 2024

A sonolência diurna em estudantes universitários, especialmente em cursos desafiadores como Medicina, representa uma preocupação significativa, impactando o desempenho acadêmico e a qualidade de vida. Este estudo foca na avaliação da sonolência diurna em acadêmicos de medicina da Zona da Mata Mineira, utilizando a Escala de Sonolência de Epworth (ESE). A ESE, composta por oito itens, revela-se uma ferramenta valiosa para identificar a sonolência diurna excessiva (SDE). Resultados indicam que quase metade da amostra apresenta SDE, associada a fatores demográficos como gênero e faixa etária. A detecção precoce por meio da ESE permite orientar os estudantes para intervenções adequadas, promovendo melhorias na qualidade de vida e desempenho acadêmico.
Indicators Analysis and Monitoring of Compliance with Labor Legislation: Regional Patterns
Authors:   Central Russian Institute of Management – Branch of RANEPA, Parushina Natalya V. , Lytneva Natalya A. ,   Central Russian Institute of Management – Branch of RANEPA
Published: March 2024

The problems of compliance with labor legislation, analysis of labor indicators, violations in the field of labour and control measures are always relevant and timely. Especially in the period of new technological challenges, requirements for qualifications and skills, and safety adherence. The state of compliance with labour legislation and separate labour indicators in the regions and development of conclusions and proposals in the field of labour law form the target area and determine the purpose of the study. The methods used in the article are: generalization, analytical sampling, grouping of data, comparison, relative values, and discussion. The research methodology is based on the official materials of the unified interdepartmental database and singling out of thematic areas of the problems study in the field of non-compliance with labour legislation, monitoring, issuing injunction and imposing administrative penalties on the officials. As a result, conclusions and proposals were formulated on the digital disclosure of the data on labor legislation violations, increasing the responsibility of the enterprises management for the development and compliance with the law and labour conditions and safety.
CEBU ASIANA LOGISTICS, INC. LEADERSHIP STYLES TOWARDS CREATING ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE
Authors: Lariben G. Saberon  , Clinton John E. Colcol
Published: March 2024

This study intent to investigate the leadership style of middle to top managers of Cebu Asiana Logistics Inc. and to create an organizational culture for the organization. The researcher made use of Burnss Transformational and Transactional theory of leadership, Edgar Scheins theory, and Denisons Model of Organizational Culture as its theoretical framework for this research work. This study ascertains the leadership styles of managers and supervisors in the organizational culture of Cebu Asiana Logistics Inc. A significant contribution to understanding this concept of leadership styles is the transformational leadership theory of McGregor Burns which has captured the interest of many researchers in the field of organizational leadership over the past three decades. This theory as cited by Purwanto, A. et al. (2020) in their study on the Effect of Transformational and Transactional Leadership Style on Public Health Centre Performance, was developed in the late 20th century by Burns (1978) in his investigation of political leaders. Most of the managers in Cebu Asiana Logistics Inc., are 41 to 45 years old. And the majority are males with bachelors degree holders. They had been with the company for 1 to 5 years of service, and most of them attended seminars in the Maritime Industry Authority and Philippine Ports Authority; Supervisor respondents are mostly belonging to the age bracket of 46 to 50 years; are males and bachelors degree holders. In terms of length of service, they have been working in the company for 1 to 5 years and have attended seminars from the Philippine Ports Authority. Personnel respondents are ages 26 to 30 years old; Majority of them are males, and are bachelors degree holders; They are also working in the company for 1 to 5 years. Based on the significant findings and conclusions of this research, the following recommendations are offered. 1. Managers and supervisors should pursue graduate education and should be given incentives by the company. 2. Managers and supervisors as well as personnel should be given the chance to continuously evaluate the leadership styles and implementation of organizational culture competencies for results that could promote the quality, efficiency, flexibility, and productivity of the whole Cebu Asiana Logistics Inc. system.
KEYWORDS: Leadership styles, organizational culture, Transformational leadership, Transactional leadership
SELF-EFFICACY AND SAVING BEHAVIOR AMONG STUDENTS IN A LOCAL COLLEGE
Authors: Maria Elena G. Litob  , Judelyn L. Sanchez  , Daisy S. Gabule
Published: March 2024

This descriptive-correlational study aimed to determine the level of self-efficacy and saving behavior among students in a local college. The study involved 318 respondents who were selected via random sampling. Survey forms on self-efficacy and saving behavior were willingly answered by the students. The results of the study found that the self-efficacy of the students in terms of generality, magnitude, and strength has a descriptive equivalent of high. It also revealed that the level of saving behavior of the students has a descriptive equivalent of high, which includes the saving aims, saving consistency, and saving attitude. Moreover, the study showed that there is a significant relationship between self-efficacy and saving behavior among the study respondents.
KEYWORDS: self-efficacy, saving behavior, quantitative research, Philippines
„Być albo nie być” − transhumanistyczna wizja przyszłości według Wiktora Pielewina (na materiale utworu "Transhumanism Inc.")
Authors: Pańkowska Ewa
Published: March 2024

Victor Pelevin has established a reputation as one of the most interesting, controversial, and mysterious contemporary Russian writers. He is recognized as one of the leading representatives of Russian postmodernism. Pelevin is also known as an attentive and critical observer of the surrounding reality. He is sometimes described as a deep thinker, a prophet, and a visionary. Pelevin’s literary work entitled Transhumanism Inc. (2021) is the subject of the analysis in this paper. The purpose of the article is to show and discuss Pelevin’s transhumanist vision of the future in which an isolated brain (removed from its host) will be able to survive indefinitely in a specialized container (‘a jar’) and human consciousness will exist within a virtual reality. However, access to this ‘jar dimension’ will be exclusive, limited only to the wealthy, leaders, and world oligarchs. However, it is the vampires, as supernatural creatures, who will be the real architects of the world order. This paper focuses on the analysis of the selected aspects of Pelevin’s literary work − mainly those which can be viewed in connection with the assumptions of the transhumanist project. Special attention is paid to the idea of cyber immortality, the concept of morphological freedom, and mind uploading.
Kryminał retro jako próba rekonstrukcji przeszłości na przykładzie bohaterki literackiej
Authors: Lauks Anna
Published: March 2024

The article focuses on the literary character as a carrier of information about an era in the genre of retro crime novels. The basis for the discussion is a series of works by Maryla Szymiczkowa titled Investigations of Professor Szczupaczyńska. The article reflects on the way history is reconstructed in crime literature and the significance of the gender of the main character in crime novels for the reader. It is demonstrated that the retro crime novel is a syncretic genre, and the complexity of the construction of the main character of the series is proved, reflecting the reality of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries and referring to contemporary times.
Institution of will in law of foreign countries
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia, Makhacheva A. G.
Published: March 2024

In the article considers the institute of will and peculiarities of its legal regulation in foreign countries. The author analyzes the main current legislation in this area, the mechanism of implementation, conducts a comparative legal and historical analysis of the institute of will.
Artists recreating our world with Rachmaninoff as a guide and partner
Authors: Bathurst Ralph
Published: March 2024

This paper proposes that artists be at the forefront of community recovery in our post-COVID-19 world. To achieve this proposition, it delves into the early professional life of the renowned Russian composer and pianist Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873 – 1943), notably focusing on his sense of failure after the premiere of his first symphony and his subsequent recovery. It examines the importance of mentors who support professionals through early career mistakes, the significance of learning the limits of risk-taking, and the value of failure as guidance for development. Rachmaninoff’s contribution to humanity is profound, as evidenced by the enduring performance of his music in concert halls around the globe, making him an appropriate guide and partner in fulfilling the recovery agenda.
Crustal Structures Inferred from Combined Terrestrial and Earth Gravity Data beneath the Babouri-Figuil and Mayo Oulo-Lere Basins, North Cameroon and South Chad
Authors: Saidou Bouba , Bouba Apollinaire , Oyoa Valentin , Njeudjang Kasi , Kamguia Joseph , Mohamadou Alidou
Published: March 2024

In this work, the study of the crustal structure of the Babouri-Figuil and Mayo Oulo-Lere sedimentary basins was carried out through the interpretation of gravity data. These data were obtained by combining the terrestrial gravity data obtained from the Earth Gravitational Model 2008. The analysis of the terrestrial Bouguer anomaly maps reveals both negative and positive anomalies. Negative anomalies, i.e., low-density signatures, are interpreted as specific rock types on the basis of the geological knowledge of the region while the positive anomalies are attributed to basaltic rocks underlying a generally granitic environment. The empirical method was used to distinguish anomalies due to deep structures from those due to near-surface structures. This method testifies that the residual map of degree 4 is appropriate. Six profiles are drawn on this residual Bouguer anomaly map and are interpreted using spectral analysis and 2D modeling methods. The results indicate that the mean depths of mass sources at the near-surface of the Babouri-Figuil and Mayo Oulo-Lere sedimentary basins are located at 1.50 km and 1.55 km, respectively. Moreover, the Babouri-Figuil Basin is constituted of two formations while the Mayo Oulo-Lere Basin exhibits three distinct formations. These models also help clarify the geological structure of the study area as well as the thicknesses of the sedimentary basins.
Three-Dimensional Tolerance Analysis and Allocation for Valve Gap of Engine
Authors: Li Yin , Chen Hua
Published: March 2024

The engine is a typical complex machine with many mechanisms and high precision. The tolerance of the valve gap is an accumulative result of component tolerances on the valve mechanism, which is very critical to engine performance. The current tolerance analysis is carried out using the traditional linear dimension chain, and it is difficult to consider a large number of geometric tolerances. The analysis result is not consistent with reality. Based on an innovative three-dimensional tolerance model, i.e., the unified Jacobian-Torsor model, tolerance analysis and allocation for valve gap were presented in this paper, where large geometric and partial parallel connections were taken into consideration. For the special conical structure in the valve mechanism, the expression and variation of the conical torsor were deduced. At last, a real engine was selected as an example of the analysis process. Sufficient comparison and discussion were made for the results, which demonstrated the effectiveness of the method.
Low Noise Operational Amplifier using Current Driving Bulk by CMOS Technology
Authors: G. Vasudeva , Gururaj Bharathi
Published: March 2024

A reverse substrate bias operational amplifier using existing driver technology has been designed and implemented using 0.25μm CMOS process to achieve high noise performance. Op amps are efficient and versatile devices. Its applications include signal conditioning, custom conversion, analog equipment, competitive simulation, and various electronic industries meeting custom design requirements. As the trend of low voltage devices continues, designing high-performance analog circuits becomes increasingly difficult. The main module of analog circuits is the work amplifier. In large electronic devices, there is a trade-off between speed, power, and gain, among other drawbacks. Additionally, in order to reduce costs and integrate analog and digital circuits on a single die, analog designers must face the challenges of using the CMOS process. Design and implementation are done in 0.25μm technology using TSMC libraries and with the help of Tanner tools.
Pengembangan Modul Elektronik Berbasis PjBL-STEM dengan Bantuan Film Animasi untuk Meningkatkan Minat Belajar Matematika Siswa SMA
Authors: Frisky Rapika Dwi  , Feri Tiona Pasaribu  , Yelli Ramalisa
Published: March 2024

Keinginan yang kuat untuk belajar merupakan komponen kunci pembelajaran yang efektif. Minat belajar dapat ditingkatkan melalui pemilihan bahan ajar yang berbasis model pembelajaran yang sesuai. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk menggambarkan kualitas modul elektronik berbasis PjBL-STEM yang menggunakan film animasi dalam meningkatkan minat siswa pada pembelajaran matematika, hal ini ditinjau melalui kriteria valid, praktis dan efektif. Model yang digunakan dalam penelitian pengembangan ini adalah model ADDIE yang memiliki lima tahapan pengembangan yaitu analyze, design, develop, implement, evaluate. Subjek yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah ahli materi dan desain serta guru matematika dan siswa SMA Negeri 4 Tanjung Jabung Barat pada uji perorangan, uji kelompok kecil dan lapangan. Angket minat belajar matematika, angket efektivitas, angket praktikalitas, dan angket validasi materi dan desain merupakan alat penelitian yang digunakan. Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini yaitu sebesar 96,25% dan 92,5% dari ahli materi dan ahli desain menilai modul elektronik “sangat valid”, selanjutnya 97,5% guru dan 95,07% siswa menilai modul elektronik “sangat praktis”, 89,73% siswa menilai modul elektronik “sangat efektif”, dan hasil angket minat belajar matematika 80,59% tergolong “tinggi”. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan, modul elektronik yang dihasilkan efektif, praktis dan valid, sehingga cocok dan layak untuk tujuan pedagogi.
Cultural Heritage under Construction: Exploring Stakeholder Perceptions of Preventive Archaeology in Romania
Authors: Anghel Silviu , Zbuchea Alexandra , Bira Monica
Published: March 2024

For over two decades, Romania’s fast-growing construction industry made an impact on infrastructure, landscape, and urban areas, contributing to an increase in preventive archeology research activities. The current study aims to explore public perceptions of both archaeology and preventive archeology. It was conducted online, on a convenience sample comprising both professionals within the domain of archeology and heritage safeguarding and research, as well as non-professionals. Its main aim is to shed light on the current situation, given the fact that public perceptions change over time and niche topics such as preventive archaeology pose a specific set of challenges when they have to be publicly addressed by various stakeholders.
Pengembangan Kompetensi Pemasaran Digital bagi Wirausaha Kelompok Buruh Migran dan Keluarganya
Authors: Narida Marshelia , Angel Damayanti  , Leonard Hutabarat  , Andaru Satnyoto  , Alif Oktavian  , Iyan Septiyana
Published: March 2024

The Indonesian Migrant Workers Union (SBMI) is an organization that represents the interests of Indonesian migrant workers. SBMI aims to advocate for the rights of migrant workers in Indonesia, protect them from exploitation, and improve their working conditions and welfare. Through the learning and development of accounting systems, promotion management, digital marketing, and innovative product development for digital-based economic groups, the Indonesian Migrant Workers Union (SBMI) is expected to provide a good opportunity to enhance personal and family economics. The Community Service Team (PkM) from Fisipol UKI collaborated with lecturers from Pasundan University to initiate the socialization and training for migrant worker unions in Sukabumi, West Java. The PkM team focused on training participants in utilizing E-Commerce applications and the Tik-Tok social media application to market their products. Participants also engaged in direct practice of marketing products on E-Commerce and Tik-Tok applications. After undergoing direct training, participants then completed a post-test, showing significant progress with 97% of participants understanding the concept of marketing using E-Commerce and Tik-Tok. At the conclusion of the socialization and training, the UKI PkM Team provided social media accounts and phone numbers to participants for easier communication when they have questions or need assistance with product marketing.
The outcome of type I tympanoplasty in patients with chronic otitis media
Authors:   Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Misan, Misan, Iraq, Aldayyeni Sabeeh Allawi Zayer , Alebady Mukdam Hussein Abd Alzahra ,   Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Misan, Misan, Iraq, Alhijaj Saba Abd Alnabi Abd Alhassan ,   Department of Pediatrics, Child and Maternity Hospital, Misan Health Directorate, Ministry of Health, Misan, Iraq, Ahmed Sadiq Musa ,   Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Misan, Misan, Iraq
Published: March 2024

Background. Tympanoplasty type 1 is a reconstruction of tympanic membrane perforation with an examination of the middle ear to ensure normality. Aim. Assess the effect of the age of the patient, site, and size of tympanic membrane perforation on hearing gain and graft uptake in patients with chronic otitis media. Patients and method. Thirty patients with type 1 tympanoplasty aged between 10 years and 50 years. Patients had been submitted for audiological tests and examination pre-operatively and at 1, 3 and 6-month intervals postoperatively. Results. Improvement was 57% in 10-25 years, 59% in 25-40 years, and 56% in 40-50 years. While graft uptake was 90% in the three groups. Hearing improvement in anterior perforation was (60%), ost. perforation (41.5%), inferior perforation (43%). While the take rate is 100% in the post, perforation, 80% in anterior perforation and 83.3% in inferior perforation, hearing gain was 40% in large perforation, 66% in medium size and 77% in small size. While the take rate in small perforation was 100%, in medium perforation 90% and large perforation 80%. About 70% of patients had closure of the air-bone gap to within 15 dB and 83 % to within 20 dB. Conclusion. Age had no impact on hearing gain and graft uptake. Size of perforation affects hearing gain and graft uptake where they are better in small and medium size perforation than large perforation. The site of perforation affects hearing gain and graft uptake where hearing gain was better in anterior perforation, while graft up was better in posterior perforation.
Salt in Meat Products and Health
Authors: Stvorić Martina
Published: March 2024

For the human body to function correctly, salt is necessary, but it can also have negative effects. Long-term overconsumption of salt in food can result in major health issues and complications. Excessive consumption of salt can lead to high blood pressure, a problem that affects people all over the world, heart attacks, strokes, kidney diseases, and certain types of cancer. One of the main sources of salt in the human diet is the food industry, which includes the meat industry. Salt is added to food in amounts that are more than enough to enhance its flavour without compromising the body's ability to function normally. Simultaneously, consuming higher amounts of meat products on a daily basis results in an increased salt intake within the body. Numerous initiatives and plans are being developed to lower salt consumption through diet in an effort to stop the onset of various diseases associated with high salt consumption.
Best Practices in M. B. Patel Arts & Commerce College Library: A Critical Analysis
Authors: A. Bhagat Arvind , A. Bhagat Pradnya
Published: March 2024

This paper discusses the activities and practices implemented by the M. B. Patel Arts & Commerce College librarian. This paper is focus on the traditional and ICT based library & extension services such as book exhibition. automation with software, library website. This paper represents that the flexibility to change and improve by adopting well-defined, transparent, user-centered, and technology-centered processes and practices can make a library the best it can be. This article presents ways to make library services effective.
The Clifford Algebra Bundle on Loop Space
Authors:   Universit&, Ludewig Matthias ,   #228,   t Regensburg, Germany
Published: March 2024

We construct a Clifford algebra bundle formed from the tangent bundle of the smooth loop space of a Riemannian manifold, which is a bundle of super von Neumann algebras on the loop space. We show that this bundle is in general non-trivial, more precisely that its triviality is obstructed by the transgressions of the second Stiefel-Whitney class and the first (fractional) Pontrjagin class of the manifold.
New genus and species of lice in the Oxylipeurus-complex (Phthiraptera, Ischnocera, Philopteridae), with an overview of the distribution of ischnoceran chewing lice on galliform hosts
Authors: Gustafsson Daniel R. , Tian Chunpo , Ren Mengjiao , Li Zhu , Sun Xiuling , Zou Fasheng
Published: March 2024

Here, we describe a new genus of lice (Phthiraptera, Ischnocera) in the Oxylipeurus-complex, parasitising galliform hosts in the genera Tragopan Cuvier, 1829. This genus, Pelecolipeurusgen. nov., is separated from other members of the complex by the unique shape of the male subgenital plate and stylus, the male genitalia and other characters. The only previously-known species in the genus is Lipeurus longus Piaget, 1880, which is here tentatively re-described as Pelecolipeurus longus (Piaget, 1880), based on specimens from a non-type host, Tragopan temminckii (Gray, 1831). In addition, we describe a new species, Pelecolipeurus fujianensissp. nov., based on specimens from Tragopan caboti (Gould, 1857). An overview of the distribution patterns of ischnoceran lice on galliforms is presented, which suggests that host phylogeny, host biogeography and host biotope, as well as elevation of host range, may all be important factors that have structured louse communities on landfowl. We transfer the genus Afrilipeurus from the Oxylipeurus-complex to the Lipeurus-complex and include an emended key to the Oxylipeurus-complex.
On the axodes of one-parameter spatial movements
Authors: Almoneef Areej A. , Abdel-Baky Rashad A.
Published: March 2024

In this treatise, several relationships are improved for the axodes of one-parameter spatial movements. Results are devised in some theorems which characterize many kinematical and geometrical properties of the movements employing the geometrical data of the stationary and movable axodes. An example illustrates the application of the formulae derived. Our findings contribute to a greater understanding of the similarities between spatial movements and axodes, with possible applications in fields such as mechanical engineering.
Workplace wellbeing in community pharmacy practice: A cross-sectional study in Can Tho, Vietnam
Authors: De Tran Van , Pham Trung Tin , Le Trung Hieu , Thi Thanh Thao Nguyen , Nguyen Minh Trung , Phan Duong Phuc , Bui Thi Bich Thuy , Nguyen Minh Cuong , Dewey Rebecca Susan , Tran Nguyet Tu
Published: March 2024

Background

Among pharmacy workers, low workplace wellbeing can lead to reduced effectiveness. However, to date, studies on this issue are limited within the community pharmacy setting in Vietnam.

Objectives

This study was conducted to identify the component aspects of workplace wellbeing and their associations with demographic characteristics.

Methods

The cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in Can Tho, Vietnam. Self-administered questionnaires were hand-delivered to all pharmacy workers working at selected community pharmacies. The workplace wellbeing scale comprised 18 items.

Results

In total, 382 pharmacy workers participated in this study. Factor analysis revealed three fundamental aspects to workplace wellbeing: Factor 1 – perceived self-worth and job satisfaction, Factor 2 – positive emotions with work, and Factor 3 – negative emotions with work. Factor 1 showed a positive correlation with Factor 2, with a correlation coefficient (ρ) of 0.509, while both Factor 1 (ρ = −0.399) and Factor 2 (ρ = −0.416) demonstrated negative correlations with Factor 3. Higher income was associated with higher positive emotions with work (P = 0.008), higher perceived self-worth and job satisfaction (P = 0.013), and lower negative emotions with work (P < 0.001).

Conclusion

Workplace wellbeing of pharmacy workers in their professional environments was associated with financial aspects. These findings suggest that policies aimed at improving income for pharmacy workers could bring benefits to enhancing job satisfaction and workplace wellbeing.
Analyser les discours institutionnels (1998-2019) : posture de recherche et questionnement éthique
Authors: Mahmoudi Kaltoum
Published: March 2024

Ce texte a pour objectif d’interroger la posture de l’analyste de discours face à son objet de recherche qui l’implique sur le terrain professionnel. Professeure documentaliste et docteure en SIC, l’objectif de notre thèse fut de mettre au jour la force d’évidence de la formule « esprit critique » et les schèmes idéologiques qui soutiennent son usage dans les discours institutionnels. Une finalité de cette recherche doctorale vise à interroger la dimension critique de cette culture telle qu’elle est perçue dans les discours institutionnels et ce, à partir d’une approche interdisciplinaire et au moyen d’une analyse de trois corpus de discours couvrant 21 années (1998-2019). En retraçant les étapes qui ont jalonné ce parcours de recherche, nous soulèverons les questionnements d’ordre éthique inhérents à la posture de « praticienne- chercheuse », expression empruntée à Catherine De Lavergne (2007). Entre prétendue neutralité descriptive comme gage de scientificité et positionnement critique de la praticienne impliquée, quelle posture éthique pour l’analyste de discours ?
An End-to-End Network Evaluation Method for Differentiated Multi-Service Bearing in VPP
Authors: Wang Wanqiao , Su Jian , Zhang Hui , Guan Luyao , Zheng Qingrong , Tang Zhuofan , Ding Huixia
Published: March 2024

Virtual power plant (VPP) plays an important role in improving the balance and regulation abilities of new power system. The safe and reliable operation is support by the VPP end-to-end communication network with differentiated multi-service bearing capability. For the requirement of unified and standard VPP end-to-end networking scheme, the VPP service communication metrics, as well as the communication network architecture of VPP aggregation and control are analyzed. Then, a multi-dimension hierarchical VPP end-to-end network evaluation index system is put forward. In addition, an end-to-end VPP network evaluation method considering differentiated time-sensitive and granular requirements of multiple services is proposed. Finally, the suitability analysis results of various end-to-end networking schemes and multiple services with differentiated time-sensitive and granular requirements are given, which plays a guiding role in establishing a unified standard VPP end-to-end networking scheme.
Application-Oriented Talents Training for Music Majors in Colleges and Universities Based on Internet Remote Technology
Authors: Shui Lin , Feng Yuan , Zhong Mengting , Qin Yu
Published: March 2024

This paper mainly studies the cultivation of applied talents of music majors in colleges and universities based on internet remote technology. By analyzing the definition and development of internet remote technology and discussing the present situation and challenges of cultivating applied talents of music majors in colleges and universities, this paper puts forward a scheme of applying internet remote technology to cultivating applied talents of music majors in colleges and universities. In practice, this paper designs and constructs the distance teaching mode, optimizes the curriculum and teaching mode, and makes case analysis and evaluation. The results show that internet remote technology has obvious advantages in cultivating applied talents of music majors in colleges and universities, which can improve students' learning and learning satisfaction. Finally, this paper discusses the application prospect of internet remote technology in the cultivation of applied talents of music majors in colleges and universities and puts forward prospects and suggestions.
The Evaluation of College Chinese Teaching Effect Based on Internet of Things Technology
Authors: Zheng Yanhui , Lei Jinxia
Published: March 2024

Aiming at the problem of the evaluation of College Chinese teaching, based on the development of internet of things technology, this paper discusses the teaching rules of internet of things technology in detail and makes relevant analysis. Then, college students of different grades are selected and applied to the specific evaluation of College Chinese teaching based on internet of things technology. The experimental results show that college students of different grades have different effects on College Chinese teaching based on internet of things technology. In addition, in the process of College Chinese teaching, freshmen and sophomores have a positive evaluation of the effect of Chinese teaching and have a strong interest in Chinese learning while senior students have the worst evaluation and interest in learning. Finally, the paper analyzes the possible problems in the evaluation of College Chinese teaching based on internet of things technology.
A METAMORFOSE CONSCIENCIAL DOS(AS) PROFESSORES(AS) DE HISTÓRIA A PARTIR DO CONTATO COM A ESCOLA WALDORF
Authors: Garcia Henrique Costa , Jonas BACH JUNIOR
Published: March 2024

Este texto faz parte de um trabalho de dissertação em que nosso objetivo foi analisar a relação dos professores de história das escolas Waldorf com visão educacional de Steiner sobre a História. Fizemos um estudo teórico sobre as considerações históricas do pensador Rudolf Steiner e verificamos uma perspectiva educacional de formação humana nessas suas considerações. Após isso, realizamos entrevistas com docentes das escolas Waldorf aqui do Brasil e depois analisamos o material empírico construído. Pela Análise de Conteúdo sobre os dados empíricos, que indicavam a percepção dos(as) docentes sobre a prática pedagógica deles(as), construímos duas categorias de análise. Este artigo é sobre uma dessas categorias de análise, que se propõe em analisar a transformação na compreensão da docência na biografia profissional dos(as) entrevistados(as) pelo contato com a escola Waldorf.
Identification of Brucella (Ochrobactrum) anthropi by MALDI-TOF MS from blood: a case report
Authors: Della Rocca Maria Teresa , Merola Filomena , Durante Adriana , Panetta Vittorio , Labella Stefano , Tucci Giuseppina , Marino Antonio , Natale Giusy , Pardo Francesco , Sabbato Catia , Greco Rita
Published: March 2024

This case report describes the identification of Ochrobactrum anthropi (O.a.), from a positive blood culture using MALDI-TOF spectrometry system. According to the information availed this is the first case in AORN Sant’Anna and San Sebastiano, Caserta, Campania, Italy. This microbe is moderately pathogenic and hazardous, with the potential to cause hospital-acquired infections. It is recommended that it be included in hospital “germ alerts”.
Ideals with componentwise linear powers
Authors: Hibi Takayuki , Moradi Somayeh
Published: March 2024

Let
$S=K[x_1,\ldots ,x_n]$
be the polynomial ring over a field K, and let A be a finitely generated standard graded S-algebra. We show that if the defining ideal of A has a quadratic initial ideal, then all the graded components of A are componentwise linear. Applying this result to the Rees ring
$\mathcal {R}(I)$
of a graded ideal I gives a criterion on I to have componentwise linear powers. Moreover, for any given graph G, a construction on G is presented which produces graphs whose cover ideals
$I_G$
have componentwise linear powers. This, in particular, implies that for any Cohen–Macaulay Cameron–Walker graph G all powers of
$I_G$
have linear resolutions. Moreover, forming a cone on special graphs like unmixed chordal graphs, path graphs, and Cohen–Macaulay bipartite graphs produces cover ideals with componentwise linear powers.
The effective reproduction number: Convexity, concavity and invariance
Authors: Delmas Jean-François , Dronnier Dylan , Zitt Pierre-André
Published: March 2024

Motivated by the question of optimal vaccine allocation strategies in heterogeneous population for epidemic models, we study various properties of the
effective reproduction number
. In the simplest case, given a fixed non-negative matrix

K

, this corresponds mathematically to the study of the spectral radius

R_{e}(\eta)

of the matrix product

\mathrm{Diag}(\eta)K

, as a function of

\eta \in \mathbb{R}_{+}^{n}

. The matrix

K

and the vector

\eta

can be interpreted as a next-generation operator and a vaccination strategy. This can be generalized in an infinite-dimensional case where the matrix

K

is replaced by a positive integral compact operator, which is composed with a multiplication by a non-negative function

\eta

. We give sufficient conditions for the function

R_{e}

to be convex or a concave. Eventually, we provide equivalence properties on models which ensure that the function

R_{e}

is unchanged.
Wreath products of groups acting with bounded orbits
Authors: Leemann Paul-Henry , Schneeberger Grégoire
Published: March 2024

If

\mathbf{S}

is a subcategory of metric spaces, we say that a group

G

has property 

\mathrm{B}\mathbf{S}

if any isometric action on an

\mathbf{S}

-space has bounded orbits. Examples of such subcategories include metric spaces, affine real Hilbert spaces,

\operatorname{CAT}(0)

cube complexes, connected median graphs, trees or ultra-metric spaces. The corresponding properties

{\mathrm{B}\mathbf{S}}

are respectively Bergman’s property, property 

\mathrm{FH}

(which, for countable groups, is equivalent to the celebrated Kazhdan’s property

\textup{(T)}

), property 

\mathrm{FW}

(both for

\operatorname{CAT}(0)

cube complexes and for connected median graphs), property 

\mathrm{FA}

and uncountable cofinality. Historically many of these properties were defined using the existence of fixed points. Our main result is that for many subcategories

\mathbf{S}

, the wreath product

G\wr_{X}H

has property 

{\mathrm{B}\mathbf{S}}

if and only if both

G

and

H

have property 

{\mathrm{B}\mathbf{S}}

and

X

is finite. On one hand, this encompasses in a general setting previously known results for properties

\mathrm{FH}

and

\mathrm{FW}

. On the other hand, this also applies to the Bergman’s property. Finally, we also obtain that

G\wr_{X}H

has uncountable cofinality if and only if both

G

and

H

have uncountable cofinality and

H

acts on

X

with finitely many orbits.
Efficacy and safety of perioperative therapy for locally resectable gastric cancer: A network meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials
Authors: Kuang Zi-Yu , Sun Qian-Hui , Cao Lu-Chang , Ma Xin-Yi , Wang Jia-Xi , Liu Ke-Xin , Li Jie
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Gastric cancer (GC) is the fifth most commonly diagnosed malignancy worldwide, with over 1 million new cases per year, and the third leading cause of cancer-related death.

AIM

To determine the optimal perioperative treatment regimen for patients with locally resectable GC.

METHODS

A comprehensive literature search was conducted, focusing on phase II/III randomized controlled trials (RCTs) assessing perioperative chemotherapy and chemoradiotherapy in treating locally resectable GC. The R0 resection rate, overall survival (OS), disease-free survival (DFS), and incidence of grade 3 or higher nonsurgical severe adverse events (SAEs) associated with various perioperative regimens were analyzed. A Bayesian network meta-analysis was performed to compare treatment regimens and rank their efficacy.

RESULTS

Thirty RCTs involving 8346 patients were included in this study. Neoadjuvant XELOX plus neoadjuvant radiotherapy and neoadjuvant CF were found to significantly improve the R0 resection rate compared with surgery alone, and the former had the highest probability of being the most effective option in this context. Neoadjuvant plus adjuvant FLOT was associated with the highest probability of being the best regimen for improving OS. Owing to limited data, no definitive ranking could be determined for DFS. Considering nonsurgical SAEs, FLO has emerged as the safest treatment regimen.

CONCLUSION

This study provides valuable insights for clinicians when selecting perioperative treatment regimens for patients with locally resectable GC. Further studies are required to validate these findings.
Prognostic and predictive role of immune microenvironment in colorectal cancer
Authors: Kuznetsova Olesya , Fedyanin Mikhail , Zavalishina Larisa , Moskvina Larisa , Kuznetsova Olga , Lebedeva Alexandra , Tryakin Alexey , Kireeva Galina , Borshchev Gleb , Tjulandin Sergei , Ignatova Ekaterina
Published: March 2024

Colorectal cancer (CRC) represents a molecularly heterogeneous disease and one of the most frequent causes of cancer-related death worldwide. The traditional classification of CRC is based on pathomorphological and molecular characteristics of tumor cells (mucinous, ring-cell carcinomas, etc. ), analysis of mechanisms of carcinogenesis involved (chromosomal instability, microsatellite instability, CpG island methylator phenotype) and mutational statuses of commonly altered genes (KRAS, NRAS, BRAF, APC, etc. ), as well as expression signatures (CMS 1-4). It is also suggested that the tumor microenvironment is a key player in tumor progression and metastasis in CRC. According to the latest data, the immune microenvironment can also be predictive of the response to immune checkpoint inhibitors. In this review, we highlight how the immune environment influences CRC prognosis and sensitivity to systemic therapy.
Impact of Alcian blue and periodic acid Schiff expression on the prognosis of gastric signet ring cell carcinoma
Authors: Lin Juan , Chen Zhu-Feng , Guo Guo-Dong , Chen Xin
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

The Alcian blue (AB) and periodic acid Schiff (PAS) stains are representative mucus markers in gastric signet ring cell carcinoma (SRCC). They are low-cost special staining methods used to detect acidic mucus and neutral mucus, respectively. However, the clinical importance of the special combined AB and PAS stain is unclear.

AIM

To investigate AB expression, PAS expression and the AB-to-PAS (A/P) ratio in gastric SRCC patients and to assess patient prognosis.

METHODS

Paraffin-embedded sections from 83 patients with gastric SRCC were stained with AB and PAS, and signet ring cell positivity was assessed quantitatively. Immunohistochemical staining for Ki67, protein 53 (P53) and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) was performed simultaneously. The cancer-specific survival (CSS) rate was estimated via Kaplan-Meier analysis. Cox proportional hazards models were used for univariate and multivariate survival analyses.

RESULTS

Kaplan-Meier survival analysis revealed that the 3-year CSS rate was significantly greater in the high-PAS-expression subgroup than in the low-PAS-expression subgroup (P < 0.001). The 3-year CSS rate in the A/P ≤ 0.5 group was significantly greater than that in the A/P > 0.5 group (P = 0.042). Univariate Cox regression analysis revealed that the factors affecting prognosis included tumor diameter, lymph node metastasis, vessel carcinoma embolus, tumor stage, the A/P ratio and the expression of Ki67, P53 and the PAS. Cox multivariate regression analysis confirmed that low PAS expression [hazard ratio (HR) = 3.809, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.563-9.283, P = 0.003] and large tumor diameter (HR = 2.761, 95%CI: 1.086-7.020, P = 0.033) were independent risk factors for poor prognosis.

CONCLUSION

A/P > 0.5 is potentially a risk factor for prognosis, and low PAS expression is an independent risk factor in the prognosis of gastric SRCC. PAS expression and the A/P ratio could help in predicting the clinical prognosis of patients with SRCC.
Combining prognostic value of serum carbohydrate antigen 19-9 and tumor size reduction ratio in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Authors: Xia Dong-Qin , Zhou Yong , Yang Shuang , Li Fang-Fei , Tian Li-Ya , Li Yan-Hua , Xu Hai-Yan , Xiao Cai-Zhi , Wang Wei
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a common cancer with increasing morbidity and mortality due to changes of social environment.

AIM

To evaluate the significance of serum carbohydrate antigen 19-9 (CA19-9) and tumor size changes pre- and post-neoadjuvant therapy (NAT).

METHODS

This retrospective study was conducted at the Chongqing Key Laboratory of Translational Research for Cancer Metastasis and Individualized Treatment, Chongqing University Cancer Hospital. This study specifically assessed CA19-9 levels and tumor size before and after NAT.

RESULTS

A total of 156 patients who completed NAT and subsequently underwent tumor resection were included in this study. The average age was 65.4 ± 10.6 years and 72 (46.2%) patients were female. Before survival analysis, we defined the post-NAT serum CA19-9 level/pre-NAT serum CA19-9 level as the CA19-9 ratio (CR). The patients were divided into three groups: CR < 0.5, CR > 0.5 and < 1 and CR > 1. With regard to tumor size measured by both computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, we defined the post-NAT tumor size/pre-NAT tumor size as the tumor size ratio (TR). The patients were then divided into three groups: TR < 0.5, TR > 0.5 and < 1 and TR > 1. Based on these groups divided according to CR and TR, we performed both overall survival (OS) and disease-free survival (DFS) analyses. Log-rank tests showed that both OS and DFS were significantly different among the groups according to CR and TR (P < 0.05). CR and TR after NAT were associated with increased odds of achieving a complete or near-complete pathologic response. Moreover, CR (hazard ratio: 1.721, 95%CI: 1.373-3.762; P = 0.006), and TR (hazard ratio: 1.435, 95%CI: 1.275-4.363; P = 0.014) were identified as independent factors associated with OS.

CONCLUSION

This study demonstrated that post-NAT serum CA19-9 level/pre-NAT serum CA19-9 level and post-NAT tumor size/pre-NAT tumor size were independent factors associated with OS in patients with PDAC who received NAT and subsequent surgical resection.