bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Encuesta Nacional de Tendencias Fitness para México en 2023 (National Survey of Fitness Trends in Mexico for 2023)
Authors: Gómez Chávez Lino Francisco Jacobo , López-Haro Jorge , Pelayo-Zavalza Adrián Ricardo , Aguirre-Rodríguez Luis Eduardo
Published: March 2023

A nivel mundial, en los últimos 16 años, se ha llevado a cabo un estudio para determinar las tendencias del sector fitness, en el caso de México, esta es su cuarta edición. Objetivo: conocer las tendencias del fitness en México para 2023, comparar los resultados con la encuesta mexicana del año anterior y con la Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2023. Método: estudio cuantitativo, no experimental, descriptivo y comparativo de tipo longitudinal. La población de estudio son instructores-as fitness radicados-as en México, la muestra es no probabilística (n= 1.538). Para la recolección de los datos se utilizó una adaptación de la Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends al contexto mexicano. Resultados: las principales tendencias del fitness para México en 2023 son los programas de ejercicio para la pérdida de peso corporal, el entrenamiento personal, el entrenamiento funcional, el entrenamiento aeróbico y el entrenamiento específico para un deporte. Diez de las principales tendencias mexicanas aparecen también en el top 20 de la encuesta mundial y trece repiten en la encuesta nacional. Conclusiones: se puede observar una mayor preocupación de la población por la prevención en materia de salud, específicamente con relación al peso corporal y el mantenimiento de la aptitud física, la funcionalidad y la fuerza, así como el entrenamiento orientado a los deportes.
Palabras Clave: entrenamiento, salud, actividad física, ejercicio
Abstract. A worldwide survey has been carried out over the last 16 years to determine trends in the fitness sector, and this is the fourth edition in Mexico. Objective: to find out the fitness trends in Mexico for 2023, compare the results with the Mexican survey of the previous year and with the Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends for 2023. Method: quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive and comparative longitudinal study. The study population are fitness instructors based in Mexico, the sample is non-probabilistic (n= 1,538). An adaptation of the Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends to the Mexican context was used for data collection. Results: The top fitness trends for Mexico in 2023 are exercise programs for body weight loss, personal training, functional training, aerobic training and sport-specific training. Ten of the top Mexican trends also appear in the top 20 of the global survey and thirteen repeat in the national survey. Conclusions: A greater concern of the population for health prevention can be observed, specifically in relation to body weight and fitness maintenance, functionality and strength, as well as sports-oriented training.
Keywords: training, Health, physical activity, exercise
Globális logisztika és ellátási lánc menedzsment oktatási aspektusai
Authors: Lakatos Péter
Published: March 2023

Az oktatásban egyre nagyobb kihívást jelent a mind gyakorlatiasabb és aktuálisabb ismeretátadás. Így lehetünk többen is kollégáimmal a Nemzetközi logisztika és Ellátásilánc-menedzsment oktatásával. Ezért gondoltam úgy, hogy összefoglalom az ezzel kapcsolatos tapasztalataimat, és közreadom azokat, akár egy vitát és közös gondolkodást is elindítva. Ugyanakkor azt is szeretném, hogy ha valaki egyetért azzal, ahogy és amilyen tartalommal én ezt a tárgyat ma igyekszem a hallgatóknak átadni, akkor tudja felhasználni ezt az írást ehhez.
Emisszió-csökkentés gyakorlati megvalósítása a légiközlekedésben: néhány ígéretes zöld megoldás áttekintése
Authors: Peredy Zoltán , Venczel Márk , Czébely-Lénárt László
Published: March 2023

A légiközlekedési ágazat a globális gazdasági fejlődés fontos elemét képezi. Hozzájárul a városok és országok közötti kapcsolatok növekedéséhez, lehetővé téve az áruk, az emberek, a tőke és a technológia áramlását a különböző ellátási láncokban elfoglalt szerepe miatt. Azonban a repülőterek működtetése komoly kihívásokat jelent környezetvédelmi szempontból mind azok üzemeltetőinek, mind a légitársaságoknak. Az éghajlatváltozás és ezek hatásai a légi közlekedési iparág szereplői előtt álló egyik legfontosabb kérdések közé tartoznak. Mivel a kereskedelmi repülés felelős a széndioxid-kibocsátás jelentős százalékáért, az iparágra jelentős nyomás nehezedik, hogy intézkedéseket tegyen a légi közlekedés környezeti hatásainak csökkentésére. A nemzetközi szervezetek elkötelezettsége a nettó nulla széndioxid-kibocsátás 2050-ig történő elérésére egzisztenciális jelentőséggel bír az iparág jövőbeli globális gazdasági modellváltása megvalósításának szempontjából. A széndioxid kibocsátás mérséklése mellett a repülőgép-üzemanyagok rendelkezésre állása és azok költségei évtizedek óta a légiközlekedési ágazatot érintő egyik fő gazdasági tényező. A repülőgép-üzemanyag árak emelkedése közvetlen hatással van a légitársaságok pénzügyi portfóliójára. Jelen cikk a környezetbarát zöld megoldások közül két fő területet elemez, amelyek ha kisebb mértékben is, de hozzájárulhatnak a karbonsemleges működéshez: az alternatív hajtóanyagokat, valamint a repülőgépeknek a gurulóutakon való zöld mozgatási lehetőségeit. Ezen jó gyakorlatok átvétele és alkalmazásba vétele jelentős lépés lehet az érintett szereplők számára a fenntarthatóság és a költséghatékony működés feltételeinek megteremtéséhez.
Dissulfeto de difenila e liral em colônias de Atta sexdens
Authors:   , Graebin Andressa
Published: March 2023

As formigas-cortadeiras são uma das principais pragas encontradas nas Américas, causando danos aos setores agrícola, florestal e de pastagens. As cortadeiras são de difícil controle, pois possuem diversas estratégias de defesa contra os patógenos e seleção dos vegetais que cortam, evitam determinadas plantas com compostos danosos à colônia ou a seu fungo simbionte. Atualmente, são utilizados a sulfluramida e o fipronil como ingredientes ativos para o controle das cortadeiras, porém, foram listados como “pesticidas altamente perigosos” pela Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Assim, diversos estudos em andamento buscam novas moléculas com potencial de controle para esses insetos. Objetivou-se neste trabalho quantificar o efeito de diferentes concentrações das substâncias dissulfeto de difenila e liral no crescimento do fungo L. gongylophorus. E avaliar o efeito na aplicação tópica e dieta artificial na sobrevivência de operárias forrageadoras e jardineiras de Atta sexdens. Foi analisada a interação entre as operárias de A. sexdens por meio do algoritmo do programa Ethoflow para verificar quais castas estão disseminando os compostos em estudo por via tópica. Os compostos usados não tiveram efeito significativo ao L. gongylophorus; não alterando a massa e nem a área de crescimento do fungo. O oferecimento da dieta-artificial a ambas as castas não apresentou diferença significativa quando comparado ao controle. A aplicação tópica dos dois compostos causou mortalidade significativa nas castas forrageadoras e jardineiras, reduzindo a sobrevivência com o aumento das concentrações dos compostos. Além disso, a interação entre castas forrageadoras tratadas e não tratadas foi maior com o dissulfeto de difenila. Diante do exposto, o composto dissulfeto de difenila apresentou características com potencial para o controle de formigas-cortadeiras. Palavras-chave: Toxicidade. Interação. Sobrevivência.
“Não é Brechó, é Loja”
Authors: Leandro Zampier Ronan , De Cássia Pereira Farias Rita , Pinto Marcelo de Rezende
Published: March 2023

Este artigo relata resultados de uma pesquisa cujo objetivo foi compreender como são articulados o conceito de uma loja de luxo ao empreendimento conhecido como brechó, que comercializa vestuário de luxo de segunda mão. Para tanto, foi desenvolvida uma pesquisa qualitativa, utilizando as técnicas de observação direta e a entrevista com treze pessoas, entre elas proprietárias de lojas e consumidoras do segmento. As entrevistas foram submetidas à Análise Crítica do Discurso proposta por Fairclough (2001). Os resultados do estudo revelam que as lojas são dispostas em espaços físicos e simbolicamente privilegiados pelas elites, buscando constituírem ou reafirmarem suas posições como representantes autênticas do luxo. Com isso, as lojas articulam a construção de uma indissociação com o universo do luxo, mais requintado e seletivo na medida em que buscam se distanciar da imagem estigmatizada dos brechós.
Tatalaksana Gagal Nafas pada Pasien Peripartum Kardiomiopati
Authors: Hafidz Maulana S Muhammad , Nuryawan Iwan , Sikumbang Kenanga Marwan
Published: March 2023

Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) adalah kardiomiopati idiopatik pada kehamilan dengan manifestasi klinis gagal jantung akibat disfungsi sistolik ventrikel kiri tanpa adanya penyakit jantung yang mendasari. Terjadi pada kehamilan trimester akhir atau 1–5 minggu pasca kelahiran. Gagal napas pada PPCM terjadi karena adanya edem paru yang berasal dari gagal jantung akut. Wanita 25 tahun dengan G2P0A1 hamil 36 minggu + intrauterine fetal death + preeklamsi berat + gagal napas ec PPCM. Sesak bertambah berat saat tidur terlentang, pink froaty positif. Tanda vital: tekanan darah 131/100 mmHg, laju nadi 141x/menit, laju nafas 37x/menit, SpO2 76% dengan non rebreathing mask 15 liter/ menit, auskultasi paru ronki diseluruh lapangan paru kanan dan kiri, terdapat suara jantung tambahan murmur dan gallop. Echocardiografi didapatkan katup jantung mitral regurgitasi ringan sedang, trikuspid regurgitasi ringan, dan ejection fraction (EF) 36%. Pasien didiagnosa PPCM berdasarkan gejala klinis dan pemeriksaan penunjang, pasien mengalami gagal napas tipe 1 berdasarkan hasil analisa gas darah didapatkan nilai PO2 57,0 dan PCO2 35 mmHg. Intubasi dilakukan pada pasien PPCM dengan target saturasi O2 >95%. Tatalaksana PPCM bersifat suportif/non spesifik dan kausatif/spesifik secara simultan. Penatalaksanaan non spesifik secara tidak langsung ditujukan untuk memperbaiki pertukaran gas, berupa: mengatasi hipoksemia dengan terapi oksigen, atasi hiperkapnia dengan memperbaiki ventilasi hingga melakukan ventilasi mekanik dan fisioterapi dada. Telah dilaporkan pasien gagal napas akibat PPCM yang dilakukan tindakan ventilasi mekanik dan terapi multidisiplin memberikan keberhasilan terapi yang baik.
TERMS OF WITHDRAWAL OF AMOXICILLIN AFTER THE USE OF VETERINARY PREPARATION ON BROILER CHICKENS
Authors: Nasonov I. V. , Knysh N. V. , Zinina N. V. , Romanovskaya N. B.
Published: March 2023

The article presents the results of studies on the study of the actual timing of the elimination of amoxicillin after the use of veterinary drugs «Amokol 50», «Amoxipharm plus 62.5 %» and «Amoklav» on broiler chickens to establish the waiting period. Tests have shown that the content of amoxicillin in poultry meat one day after the withdrawal of the study veterinary drugs does not exceed the maximum allowable level of residual amounts. The results of the research allowed the manufacturer of these veterinary drugs to make changes to the instructions for use and reduce the waiting period.
O IMPACTO DAS DESIGUALDADES SOCIAIS E ECONÔMICAS E CONCENTRAÇÃO DE RENDA PARA O SUCESSO DA EDUCAÇÃO
Authors: Pereira Costa Aline Alves
Published: March 2023

O Presente artigo tem por objetivo chamar a atenção das autoridades, como também da sociedade, para a população menos favorecida. Pelas gestões anteriores, onde as verbas orçamentárias aprovadas pelo ano vigente, não estão sendo distribuídas corretamente em decorrência do planejamento, e que não são executadas para esse tipo de público e também de conscientizar a sociedade como todo, para obter um olhar sensível e humano, tendo em vista que ali precisam de ajuda em decorrência das necessidades físicas e psicológicas para ocasionar menos impacto na vida dessas pessoas. A Metodologia que esse trabalho foi desenvolvido, ocorreu através de pesquisa bibliográfica, onde os dados repassados pelos órgãos, mostram o quantitativo de pessoas que recebem de salários do ano de 2001 a 2008. Na conclusão, são demonstradas quais ações essa atual gestão governamental está desenvolvendo para melhorar a qualidade de vida e ações de aprimoramento da educação de famílias que passaram ser assistidas.
A DEFENSORIA PÚBLICA E O ACESSO À JUSTIÇA NA CONSTITUIÇÃO DA REPÚBLICA FEDERATIVA DO BRASIL
Authors: Miranda Giraldez Patrícia
Published: March 2023

O acesso à justiça é um direito fundamental positivado na Constituição da República Federativa do Brasil, sendo considerado instrumento indispensável para o atendimento integral dos postulados dos direitos humanos. Levando em consideração tamanha importância, o presente artigo pretende analisar a teorização do acesso à justiça confeccionada por Mauro Cappelletti e Garth, cotejando o estudo com suas aplicações no âmbito do direito brasileiro. Ainda, será feita breve análise sobre o surgimento da Defensoria Pública como instituição fundamental na garantia da prestação de assistência jurídica gratuita, bem como o seu fortalecimento e reconhecimento institucional por meio de alterações legislativas.
ZLOUPORABA PRAVA U TEORIJI PRAVA I PRAKSI EUROPSKOG SUDA ZA LJUDSKA PRAVA
Authors: Tomić Ivan
Published: March 2023

U radu autor analizira nastanak i razvoj instituta zlouporabe prava
u teoriji prava i praksi Europskog suda za ljudska prava. Institut
zlouporabe prava nastao je prihvaćanjem stava da su subjektivna
prava dana s ciljem ostvarivanja socijalne funkcije prava. Zabrane
zlouporabe prava propisana je u najznačajnijim dokumentima o
ljudskim pravima. U potonjem području posebno je značajan članak
17. Europske konvencije za zaštitu ljudskih prava i temeljnih sloboda
koji sadrži generalnu klauzulu o zabrani zlouporabe prava. U praksi
Europskog suda za ljudska prava prisutna su četiri pristupa pri
primjeni ovog članka: izravna primjena članka 17., neizravna primjena
članka 17., propuštanje primjene članka 17. u predmetima u kojima
je institut zlouporabe prava mogao biti, ali nije bio primijenjen, te
neprimjenjivost članka 17. zbog toga što činjenične okolnosti nisu bile
dovoljno ozbiljne u konkretnom slučaju. S obzirom da je u sudskoj
praksi domet zlouporabe prava značajno proširen, u radu će se izložiti
glavne kritike u pogledu ovakvog pristupa Suda. Nedostatak jasnih
kriterija za primjenu članka 17. Konvencije ostavlja mogućnost
arbitrarne procjene o primjeni instituta zlouporabe prava u konkretnim
slučajevima zbog čega autor predlaže njihovo jasnije definiranje u cilju
ostvarivanja pravne sigurnosti.
Ključne riječi: zlouporabe prava, subjektivna prava, ljudska prava, Europski sud za
ljudska prava, Europska konvencija za zaštitu ljudskih prava i temeljnih
sloboda
Molecular Modeling, Docking, and QSAR Studies on A Series of N-arylsulfonyl-N-2-pyridinyl-piperazines Analogs Acting as Anti-Diabetic Agents
Authors: Paliwal Ajita , Jain Smita , Paliwal Sarvesh
Published: March 2023

The Molecular structure of compounds contains a lot of information that can be used further. A classical Quantitative Structure Activity Relationship (QSAR) method was used to decode that information based on the descriptors. The study was performed on a mono-substituted series of Glucokinase-Glucokinase regulatory protein inhibitors (GK-GKRP/GCKR). A sequential application of the statistical method, both linear and nonlinear, has been used in the study which includes Multiple Linear Regression (MLR), Partial Least Square (PLS), and Artificial Neural Network (ANN). The developed model was validated using various statistical methods to evidently prove its reliability and precision. This knowledge will be used to design a new compound. Docking studies will be performed to establish the binding pattern of the designed compound. The prophetic power and robustness of the model containing 26 compounds in the training set were proven by the various statistical parameter s value: 0.30, F-value: 41.8, r: 0.94, r2: 0.88, r2CV: 0.77. The model gives insight into the various descriptors that are selected for the present study. The present study not only shows the contribution of various substituents in the biological activity but also indicates the changes that can be done to design the new potent molecules with more selectivity and less toxicity.
HIGHLIGHTS

The enzyme glucokinase (GCK) is responsible for maintaining the body's normal glucose homeostasis. Hypertriglyceridemia, hyperinsulinemia, and T2D are all triggered by GCK dysfunction or dysregulation
An inhibitor of the glucokinase enzyme (GCK), which is only present in hepatocytes and is in charge of glucose metabolism, is encoded by the glucokinase regulator (GCKR) gene
The designed model gives insight into the various descriptors that are selected for the present study. The present study not only shows the contribution of various substituents in the biological activity but also indicates the changes that can be done to design the new potent molecules with more selectivity and less toxicity
Small compounds have been discovered that specifically bind to GKRP and lower blood sugar levels

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
Personal Career Recommendation System
Authors: Dr. A Syed Mustafa  , Prof. Anusha KV  , Deepak N  , Goutham C  , Karthika Hiremath  , Lokesh SB
Published: March 2023

As students are going through their academics and pursuing their interested courses, it is very important for them to assess their capabilities and identify their interests so that they will get to know in which career area their interests and capabilities are going to put them. This will help them in improving their performance and motivating their interests so that they will be directed towards their targeted career and get settled in that. Also, recruiters while recruiting candidates after assessing them in all different aspects, these kinds of career recommender systems help them in deciding which job role the candidate should be kept in based on his/her performance and other evaluations. This paper mainly concentrates on the career area prediction of computer science domain candidates
Microporous Materials for Separation Membranes for Chromatography
Authors: Mr. Sham Gajanan Ghuge  , Mr. Vaibhav R. Thakare  , Dr. Nitin B. Kohale  , Ms. Kusum R. Rajbhar  , Mr. Shubham H. Kale
Published: March 2023

Chromatography is a crucial biophysical method that makes it possible to separate, identify, and purify mixture's constituent parts for qualitative and quantitative study. Based on characteristics like size and shape, total charge, the presence of hydrophobic groups on the surface, and capacity to attach to stationary phases, proteins can be purified. Ion exchange, surface adsorption, partition, and size exclusion mechanisms are used in four different separation approaches based on the molecular characteristics and types of interactions. Other chromatographic methods, like column, thin-layer, and paper chromatography, are based on fixed beds. One of the most popular techniques for purifying proteins is column chromatography. Membrane chromatography is largely employed in wastewater treatment applications as well as downstream processes for the separation and purification of proteins and biopolymers. Using a membrane chromatography.
A Comparative Study on English and Persian Subtitles of Korean Slangs: A Case of Television Variety Show Running Man
Authors: Samir Aynaz , Shahri Tara
Published: March 2023

Regarding the challenges in translating slang expressions, This study aimed at describing the translation strategies of Korean slang expressions translation, particularly secondary slang according to Chapman’s (1998) theory, by two translators of English and Persian languages in the form of subtitles in a Korean variety show entitled Running Man. The researcher intended to first identify the most frequently used strategies by both English and Persian subtitlers to translate slang expressions, particularly secondary slang, and then compare them to find the differences that may exist between the translation strategies applied by translators for subtitling the slang in English and Persian languages. This research followed the descriptive quantitative method and the subtitling strategies used in this TV variety shows were classified. To analyze the data, Baker’s (1992) model was employed, the data was put in SPSS and a chi-square test was run to identify significant differences among the strategies used by Persian and English translators for subtitling the Korean slang expressions in the named TV show. The results indicated that there was a significant difference between the strategies used by Persian and English translators. Out of Baker’s (1992) eight micro-strategies, the English translator applied five of them and the Iranian translator used six of them. The most commonly used strategies by English subtitlers were Classification ‘B’ and ‘D’ of Baker’s (1992) model and the most frequent strategies applied by Persian subtitlers were Classification ‘B’ and ‘F’. The researchers concluded that the dominant strategy used by both the English and the Persian translators was Classification ‘B’ and none of them used Classification ‘H’. Finally, it is suggested that the findings and literature of this study can be used in the slang translation process, by instructors, translators, and subtitlers; moreover, it is beneficial for other researchers in this area.
Impact of COVID-19 on Public Transportation Mode Choice and Travel Decisions by Ghanaians
Authors: Maxwell Selase Akple
Published: March 2023

The global outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) which was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) has affected several sectors including the transportation industry. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a decrease in outdoor trips and hence patronage of public transportation. Therefore, this study attempted to investigate the influence of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic on the choice of public transportation modes and travel decisions by Ghanaians. A Google form questionnaire was administered to 2030 participants across all the 16 regions in Ghana. The study indicated that Ghanaians were aware of the COVID-19 disease, how it was spread and various preventive protocols. In addition, a significant change was observed in the choice of public transportation modes where there was a shift to private cars and hired private taxi usage during the outbreak of COVID-19 compared to the pre-COVID-19 era. The ordered logit model predicted that the COVID-19 pandemic had a 17.7 % minor impact on the transportation mode choice of Ghanaians. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic was likely to have a higher impact on social activities of youths in the age group of 30-39 years than on adults from 60 years and above and hence travel decisions. Finally, the model predicted that the demographic characteristics were 16.7% and 20.7% more likely to influence the choice of public transportation and private car usage respectively of Ghanaians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, the eruption of the COVID-19 pandemic impacted on social activities, affected travel decisions and hence influenced the choice of public transportation modes of Ghanaians although these unexpected changes may not last. It is anticipated that life activities will be normal if the COVID-19 pandemic is declared over.
Recent trends in applying functional electrical stimulation in the management of spastic paraplegia induced by spinal cord injury: a systematic review
Authors: Suganthirababu Prathap , Prathap Lavanya , A. Kumaresan , Alagesan Jagatheesan
Published: March 2023

Introduction

Functional electrical stimulation is one of the latest emerging trends in the field of electrotherapy in physiotherapy practice. It is nowadays used as an orthotic device for functional activity. The study aimed to determine the effectiveness of functional electrical stimulation in spasticity of lower extremity in spinal cord injury patients.

Methods

We conducted a qualitative systematic review using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. The systematic literature search covered articles published in years 2000–2020. The databases considered for the literature search were PubMed, Cochrane, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. The Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) applied for the search included "functional electrical stimulation", "lower limb", "rehabilitation", "spasticity", "spinal cord injury". The records were assessed for the risk of bias with the RoB 2 Cochrane tool.

Results

The statistical evidence suggests functional electrical stimulation to be equivalent to other modes of treatment. The overall observation of the within-group results and the feedback from the patients indicate that functional electrical stimulation is superior to all other interventions in improving the functional activities of daily life.

Conclusions

From the evidence collected within the limitations of the present systematic review, it can be concluded that the effectiveness of functional electrical stimulation allows to apply it as an adjunct to the standard treatments available with more priority.
The contribution of resource conflict to food insecurity in the Kerio river basin
Authors: Kiptoo Laxmana Peter , Rono Henry , Kerre Francis
Published: March 2023

This study sought to determine the contribution of resource conflict to food insecurity in the region. With Northern Kerio Valley as the study site, Kolowa Ward of Tiaty in Baringo County, Endo Ward of Elgeyo Marakwet County, and Lomut Ward of West Pokot County are considered. The study comprised a target population of 2600 households in the three Wards from which a sample size of 387 was drawn using Yamane (1967) sample size determination formula. Quantitative data was collected through a questionnaire, while secondary and qualitative data was collected through Key Informants Interviews (KIIs) and Focused Group Discussions (FGDs). The study established that the majority of the households representing 60 per cent, had experienced three or more inter-ethnic conflicts in the last five years, with another 60 per cent reporting a severe impact on access to food and livelihoods as a result of the conflicts. The study concluded that inter-ethnic conflicts are one of the major drivers of food insecurity in the Kerio Basin and therefore recommended that there is a need to pay more attention to socioeconomic resilience and transformation in the region. Arguably, measures would be adopted to address the core (fundamental) drivers of the conflicts, namely limited formal and functional education, limited occupations (around agro-pastoralism), severe poverty, and severe cycles of droughts.
Investigating women’s satisfaction with LAKWA’S water kiosk service design features and service delivery
Authors: Kituku Paul Mutinda
Published: March 2023

This research sought to investigate women's satisfaction with LAKWA'S water kiosk service design features and service delivery in Mpeketoni, Lamu County, Kenya. The research used a mixed-method design in which qualitative and quantitative approaches were used to collect and analyse data. First, data was collected using open and closed-ended questionnaires. Then, they were administered using questionnaires. The research had 200 respondents comprising 100 women from rural settlements and 100 women in the Mpeketoni division of Lamu County in Kenya. The study adopted descriptive statistics used to summarise data and compare the results. The study found out that respondents were more satisfied with the design aspects adopted by LAKWA water kiosk, also the majority of the respondents faulted the opening and closing hours of the kiosks, which they said did not match their other activities the majority of the respondents said they were satisfied with the satisfaction level with the quantity of water and finally, most of the respondents from small and large families said they were satisfied with the level of water kiosk services. This study recommends for ways on inclusion of women's perceptions in water management planning to improve the water intake and efficiency of the LAKWA water system.
Analysing women’s perceptions of sustainability of LAKWA’S water kiosks services and benefits
Authors: Kituku Paul Mutinda
Published: March 2023

This study focused on analysing women's perceptions in relation to the sustainability of LAKWA's water kiosks services and benefits in Mpeketoni, Lamu County, Kenya. The study relied on the theory of the ladder of participation and Sarah Longwe's theory of empowerment. It employed mixed-method design in which qualitative and quantitative methods were used in collecting and analysing data. Data were collected using open and closed-ended questionnaires. The study had 200 respondents comprising 100 women from rural settlements and 100 women in the Mpeketoni division of Lamu County in Kenya. It's evident that most respondents positively perceive large families seeing more benefits of LAKWA kiosks than small families, mostly for domestic uses. These are common expectations since the water quantity raised by large families is higher than that of small families. Furthermore, it's their perception that the situation will remain the same for the next 10 to 20 years. This study recommends that further research on ways of including women's perceptions in water management planning to improve the water intake and efficiency of the LAKWA water system should be carried out.
Prognostic Value of Logistic Clinical Syntax Score in Coronary Bifurcation Lesions Treated with Double Stent Technique
Authors: Demirci Gökhan , Aslan Serkan , Demir Ali Rıza , Uygur Begüm , Işık Ayan , Arslan Enes , Ertürk Mehmet
Published: March 2023

Introduction: In this study, we aimed to investigate the relationship between the preprocedural logistic clinical SYNTAX score (Log CSS) and major cardiovascular events (MACE) in patients with true bifurcation lesions who underwent revascularization with the double stent strategy.

Patients and Methods: A total of 233 non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) patients who underwent revascularization with a double stent strategy were retrospectively included in the study. Anatomical SYNTAX score (SS) and log CSS were calculated. The patients were divided into two groups according to the cut-off value determined by ROC analysis. The prediction of two-year MACE with Log CSS was evaluated.

Results: MACE developed in 33.9% of patients with high Log CSS and 8.5% of patients with low Log CSS (p< 0.001). In the Kaplan-Meier survival analysis, the long-term survival of the high Log CSS patients was significantly lower than the low Log CSS group (Log-rank p< 0.001). In multivariate COX analyses, high Log CCS (HR= 3.781; 95% CI= 1.706-8.377; p= 0.001) was the strongest independent predictor of MACE.

Conclusion: Log CSS can be a simple and useful tool to predict the development of MACE in patients with true bifurcation lesions revascularized by percutaneous coronary intervention.
The Predictive Value of C-Reactive ProteinAlbumin Ratio in Long-Term Mortality Among Patients Undergoing Carotid Artery Stenting
Authors: Toprak Cüneyt
Published: March 2023

Introduction: Several inflammatory biomarkers reported in previous research have been associated with the severity of carotid artery stenosis, symptomatic carotid lesions, and carotid stent restenosis. The C-reactive protein (CRP)-to-serum albumin ratio (CAR) has been shown to predict peripheral artery disease severity in patients with carotid artery disease (CAD). However, the relationship between CAR and long-term mortality in CAD patients following carotid artery stenting (CAS) remains uncertain. The goal of this study was to investigate the ability of CAR to predict long-term mortality in patients with CAS.

Patients and Methods: A total of 998 CAD patients who had percutaneous carotid artery intervention were reviewed retrospectively, and 482 of them without follow-up data were excluded from this study. The study included patients who had percutaneous carotid artery intervention between 2012 and 2018. Before the procedure, serum CRP, complete blood counts, and albumin levels were measured. The relationships between patients’ characteristics, procedural details, and CAR with all-cause mortality were evaluated in the long-term follow-up after CAS.

Results: Older age (HR= 1.044; 95% CI= 1.001-1.089; p= 0.046), smoking (HR= 2.636; 95% CI= 1.213- 5.728; p= 0.014), blood urea (HR= 1.017; 95% CI= 1.002-1.033; p= 0.025), albumin (HR= 0.252; 95% CI= 0.132-0.480; p< 0.001), CRP levels (HR= 1.336; 95% CI= 1.055-1.691; p= 0.016) and CAR (HR= 1.012; 95% CI= 1.003-1.022; p= 0.008) were statistically associated with all-cause mortality at 55.2 ± 12.4 months follow-up after CAS in multivariate COX regression analysis.

Conclusion: In patients undergoing CAS, CAR was independently related to long-term mortality. CAR could be used in this population for risk stratification to achieve closer follow-up and optimize treatment.
Management of Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Through Ayurveda- A Single Case Study.
Authors: Khanal Hari
Published: March 2023

Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common metabolic and reproductive disorders among women of reproductive age. Women suffering from PCOS present with a collection of symptoms associated with menstrual dysfunction and androgen excess. PCOS women may be at increased risk of multiple morbidities, including obesity, insulin resistance, type II diabetes mellitus, chronic anovulation, hyperandrogenism, psychological disorders and infertility. In Ayurveda all gynecological disorders are explained under Yonivyapada. Present case of 22 year old female patient came with symptoms of irregular menstruation, prolonged per veginal bleeding, acne on Face, constipation and generalised weakness. Firstly, she treated in allopathic hospital undergo for hormonal treatment but did not get satisfactory improvement. She came to Astanga Ayurveda hospital for Ayurvedic treatment. After Astabidh Parikshya, physical examination and laboratory investigation the case was diagnosed as PCOS. USG report shows Bilateral Polycystic Ovarian syndrome PCOS with Right ovary volume 16.0 cc and Left ovary volume 10.0 cc. She was treated with Sodhana therapy (Purification) i.e. Virechana karma followed with oral medicines Nagkeshar Powder, Pusyanug Powder, Rajaparvartani vati, Kanchanar guggule, Cap Ovarin and Syp Amycoridal  for 3 month. Result analysis was done on Clinical symptoms relief and USG report. Result shows significant improvement in clinical sign and symptoms and USG report. Through this article I want to highlight the fact that PCOS can be cure effectively by using Ayurvedic medicine.
Gait training in cerebral palsy patients
Authors: Shahid Muneeb
Published: March 2023

The editorial introduces collection of articles from various journals. The studiesincluded in this editorial are solely about gait training and relationship between gait and balanceof CP patient. Cerebral palsy is one of the major neurological congenital disorders. It involves delayedmilestones of the patient. Difficulty in achieving goals that a normal child can easily perform isreported by health care providers. Gait training is essential for walking and maintaining balanceand its regime should have three to six months training to reduce gait, balance and musclestrength anomalies. Cerebral paralysis was the most widely recognized fundamental reason for sudden passing ofnewborn children. Rate of deaths because of CP has diminished to a specific cutoff howeverpatients don't include the sound ordinary body capacities. Typically Cerebral paralysis patients inlocal area as well as in ongoing accomplish no noteworthy action level. Physiotherapy assumes acritical part in the administration of cerebral paralysis and includes different remedial mediationsin upgrading the different physiological and useful results.
A Critical Review of Pandughni Vati
Authors: Patel Anandkumar M.
Published: March 2023

Pandughni Vati(Anubhuta)contains eight Ayurvedic drugs i.e. Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale Roscoe.), Maricha (Piper nigrum Linn.) Pippali (Piper longum Linn), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa Linn.) and Vidanga (Embelia ribes Burm.f.) as well as Bhavana Dravya like Kumari(Aloe vera Miller.), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa Linn.), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) and Gaumutra (Cow’s Urine)  as this Formulation Developed by AYUSH Department, Ministry of Health and Family welfare, Govt. of India  (Anubhuta). Pandughni Vati(Anubhuta) has properties of Katu-Tikta Rasa, Laghu, Ruksha Guna, Ushna Virya and Katu Vipaka (pungent). The drug has several properties as anti-viral, anti-bacterial, imunomodulatory, hepato protective due to its various components. These properties make it an effective drug for various general and liver diseases.
Semana ambiental da Amazônia: gestão da água e saneamento
Authors: Holanda Elizete Celestino , Souza Vladimir de
Published: March 2023

A Semana Ambiental da Amazônia: Gestão das Águas e Saneamento foi um evento realizado entre 17 e 21 de outubro de 2022 pelo Programa de Pós-graduação em Gestão e Regulação de Recursos Hídricos da Universidade Federal de Roraima, sendo idealizado para incentivar a construção de novos conhecimentos voltados para o desenvolvimento social e sustentável dos recursos naturais, com ênfase na água, e ainda promover a reflexão quanto à dimensão social do ensino e da pesquisa na pós-graduação, contribuindo para a formação integral dos estudantes. O evento contou com seis mesas redondas com diversos convidados de instituições de ensino superior e órgãos gestores e a apresentação por área temática de 27 trabalhos aprovados pela comissão científica, os quais são objeto deste compilado de resumos expandidos. Esta publicação retrata também o caráter em rede que o ProfÁgua tem orgulho de ter como prioridade, uma vez que conta com a contribuição de resultados de pesquisas desenvolvidas por outras instituições associadas ao programa.
Comparison of S-Parameter Measurement Methods for Adapters
Authors: Kuhlmann Karsten , Gellersen Frauke , Tschauder Meike
Published: March 2023

Abstract. In this work two methods for the characterization of adapters meaning reciprocal two-ports with different connector styles on both ports are analyzed and compared in detail. The focus is on the comparison of these approaches in terms of required effort and obtained measurement uncertainty. The first method is based on two one-port calibrations and it is compared to a two-port approach. Both methods are carried out in simulation as well as in measurement under very comparable conditions using a 2.4 to 3.5 mm adapter in the frequency range up to 33 GHz as an example. The obtained measurement uncertainties of the results are presented and analyzed, the required measurement time in terms of the necessary number of separate connections is compared, and the influence of cable movements is discussed.
Towards Differential Static Magnetic Localization of Commercial Capsule Endoscopes: An Evaluation Using Different Ring and Cylindrical Magnets
Authors: Zeising Samuel , Chen Lu , Thalmayer Angelika , Fischer Georg , Kirchner Jens
Published: March 2023

Abstract. Capsule endoscopy is a promising diagnostic tool for the entire gastrointestinal tract. Since a patient swallows the capsules, their size must be sufficiently small. The principal built-in components are cameras, silver-oxide batteries, light emitting diodes, and an antenna for transmitting the video. For diagnosis and treatment, the precise localization of the capsules for specific video frames is required. Recently, static magnetic localization of these capsules with an integrated permanent magnet showed promising results. However, in the state-of-the-art, relatively large magnets compared to the small capsules were used. Therefore, in this extended paper, the localization performance of a recently proposed optimized differential static magnetic localization method for different sized disc and ring magnets was evaluated. The ring magnets were designed for integration with the two batteries of commercial capsules. The magnets were evaluated in static and dynamic scenarios to evaluate the performance of the method in a patient's daily life. It was revealed that the mean position and orientation errors did not exceed 5 mm and 4∘, respectively, for all applied magnets except for the 1.5 and 3 mm long disc magnets. Moreover, the results indicated that the ferromagnetic batteries of capsule endoscopes increase the localization performance when they are centered within a diametrical ring magnet. Overall, it was revealed that the localization performance of the optimized differential method is significantly better than the state-of-the-art even when the magnet volume is significantly reduced compared to previous work. Therefore, it was concluded that 5 mm long disc magnet or a ring magnet are excellent candidates for integration into a commercial capsule for magnetic localization and yield the advantage of being passive magnetic sources.
Remote sensing reveals fire-driven facilitation of a C4 rhizomatous alien grass on a small Mediterranean volcanic island
Authors: Guarino Riccardo , Cerra Daniele , Zaia Renzo , Chiarucci Alessandro , Lo Cascio Pietro , Rocchini Duccio , Zannini Piero , Pasta Salvatore
Published: March 2023

Abstract. Volcanic islands are special ecosystems for studying biogeographical and evolutionary processes. Occasional disturbance events, such as eruptions, tsunami or big fires, can represent major drivers of such processes leading to biotic sterilisation or major changes in island biotas. In this study, through remotely sensed data, we investigated the intensity and the extent of a large fire event that occurred on the small volcanic island of Stromboli (Aeolian archipelago, Italy) on 25–26 May 2022, to assess the short-term effect of fire damages on local plant communities. For this purpose, two different spectrally sensitive indices, i. e. the differential Normalised Burned Index (dNBR) and the Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), were used. The dNBR was also used to quantify the extent of early-stage vegetation recovery, dominated by Saccharum biflorum Forssk. (Poaceae), a rhizomatous C4 perennial grass of paleotropical origin. The burned area was estimated to have an extension of around 337.83 ha, corresponding to 27.7 % of the island surface and to 49.8 % of Stromboli’s vegetated area. On the one hand, this event considerably damaged the native plant communities, hosting many species of high biogeographic interest. On the other hand, Saccharum biflorum clearly benefited from arson. In fact, it showed a very high vegetative performance after burning, being able to exert unchallenged dominance in the early stages of the post-fire succession, reaching within a few months stem density values that are only slightly lower than those of the unburned stands. Our results confirm the complex and probably synergic impact of different human disturbances (recurrent fires, introduction of invasive alien plants) on the structure and the functioning of natural ecosystems on small volcanic islands. The natural dynamics of such ecosystems is dependent on the complex relation between successional processes and the intensity and frequency of natural or anthropogenic disturbance, which can regulate mid- and long-term response of Saccharum. In fact, although the expansion of Saccharum proves to be surprisingly fast, its decline may also be relatively rapid as well, if local vegetation is no more affected by fire. After the abandonment of the agricultural practices in the highest portion of the island, the rewilding process could lead to the replacement of the large beds dominated by this invasive grass by native woody vegetation within a few decades.
Thermodynamic and hydrological drivers of the subsurface thermal regime in Central Spain
Authors: García-Pereira Félix , González-Rouco Jesús Fidel , Schmid Thomas , Melo-Aguilar Camilo , Vegas-Cañas Cristina , Steinert Norman Julius , Roldán-Gómez Pedro José , Cuesta-Valero Francisco José , García-García Almudena , Beltrami Hugo , de Vrese Philipp
Published: March 2023

Abstract. An assessment of the soil and bedrock thermal structure of the Sierra de Guadarrama, in Central Spain, is provided using subsurface and ground surface temperature data coming from four deep (20 m) monitoring profiles belonging to the Guadarrama Monitoring Network (GuMNet), and two shallow (1 m) from the Spanish Meteorology Service (AEMET), covering the time span of 2015–2021 and 1989–2018, respectively. An evaluation of air and ground surface temperature coupling shows soil insulation due to snow cover is the main source of seasonal decoupling, being especially relevant in winter at high altitude sites. Temperature propagation in the subsurface is characterized by assuming a heat conductive regime, by considering apparent thermal diffusivity values derived from the amplitude attenuation and phase shift of the annual cycle with depth. For the deep profiles, the apparent thermal diffusivity ranges from 1 to 1.3 10−6 m2s−1, consistent with values for gneiss and granite, the major bedrock components in the Sierra de Guadarrama. However, thermal diffusivity is lower and more heterogeneous in the soil layers close to the surface (0.4–0.8 10−6 m2s−1). An increase of diffusivity with depth is observed, being generally larger in the soil-bedrock transition, at 4–8 m depth. A new method based on the spectral attenuation of temperature harmonics allows for analyzing thermal diffusivity from high-frequency changes in the soil near the surface at short timescales. The results are relevant for the understanding of soil thermodynamics in relation to other soil properties and suggest that changes in heat diffusivity are related to soil moisture content changes, which makes this method a potential tool in soil drought and water resource availability reconstruction from soil temperature data.
Evaluation of the CMCC global eddying ocean model for the Ocean Model Intercomparison Project (OMIP2)
Authors: Iovino Doroteaciro , Fogli Pier Giuseppe , Masina Simona
Published: March 2023

Abstract. This paper describes the global eddying ocean-sea ice simulation produced at the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC) obtained following the experimental design of the Ocean Model Intercomparison Project phase 2 (OMIP2). The eddy-rich model is based on the NEMOv3.6 framework, with a global horizontal resolution of 1/16° and 98 vertical levels, and was originally designed for an operational short-term ocean forecasting system. Here, it is driven by one multi-decadal cycle of the prescribed JRA55-do atmospheric reanalysis and runoff dataset in order to perform a long-term benchmarking experiment. To access the accuracy of simulated 3D ocean fields, and highlight the relative benefits of mesoscale activities, the GLOB16 performances are evaluated via a selection of key climate metrics against observational datasets and two other NEMO configurations at lower resolutions: an eddy-permitting resolution (ORCA025) and a non-eddying resolution (ORCA1) designed to form the ocean-sea ice component of the fully coupled CMCC climate model. The well-known biases in the low-resolution simulations are significantly improved in the high-resolution model. The evolution and spatial pattern of large-scale features (such as sea surface temperature biases and winter mixed layer structure) in GLOB16 are generally better reproduced, and the large-scale circulation is remarkably improved compared to the low-resolution oceans. We find that eddying resolution is an advantage in resolving the structure of western boundary currents, the overturning cells, and flow through key passages. GLOB16 might be an appropriate tool for ocean climate modeling effort, even though the benefit of eddying resolution does not provide unambiguous advances for all ocean variables in all regions.