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Satellite Data Based Soil Water Index as a Tool to Monitor Droughts and Agricultural Crisis -An Example of Yavatmal District, Maharashtra, India
Authors: Boken Vijendra 
Published: November 2020

Yavatmal is one of the drought prone districts in Maharashtra state of India and has witnessed an agricultural crisis to the extent that hundreds of its farmers have committed suicides in recent years. Satellite data based products have previously been used globally for monitoring and predicting of drought, but not for monitoring their extreme impacts that may include farmer-suicides. In this study, the performance of the Soil Water Index (SWI) derived from the surface soil moisture estimated by the European Space Agency’s Advanced Scatterometer (ASCAT) is assessed. Using the 2007-2015 data, it was found that the relationship of the SWI anomaly was bit stronger (coefficient. of correlation = 0.59) with the meteorological drought or precipitation than with the agricultural drought or crop yields of major crops (coefficient. of correlation = 0.50). The farmer-suicide rate was better correlated with the SWI anomaly averaged annually than with the SWI anomaly averaged only for the monsoon months (June, July, August, and September). The correlation between the SWI averaged annually increased to 0.89 when the averages were taken for three years, with the highest correlation occurring between the suicide rate and the SWI anomaly averaged for three years. However, a positive relationship between SWI and the suicide rate indicated that drought was not a major factor responsible for suicide occurrence and other possible factors responsible for suicide occurrence need to examine in detail.
Inhibition of S-protein RBD and hACE2 Interaction for Control of SARSCoV- 2 Infection (COVID-19)
Authors: Nayak Surendra Kumar 
Published: November 2020

Background:
COVID-19 has become a pandemic with higher morbidity and mortality rates
after its start from Wuhan city of China. The infection by RNA virus, also known as SARS-CoV-2 or
2019-nCoV, from the beta class of coronaviruses, has been found to be responsible for COVID-19.
Structural analysis and evidences have been indicated that interaction between a segment of receptor
binding domain (RBD) from S protein of the virus and human angiotensin-converting enzyme 2
(hACE2) is essential for cellular entry of the virus.

Objective:
The current review sheds light on structural aspects for the inhibition of RBD-hACE2 interaction
mediated cellular entry of SARS-CoV-2.

Methods:
The present study provides a critical review of recently published information on RBDhACE2
interaction and its inhibitors to control SARS-CoV-2 infection. The review highlighted the
structural aspects of the interaction between RBD-hACE2 and involved amino acid residues.

Results:
Recently, several studies are being conducted for the inhibition of the SARS-CoV-2 attachment
and entry to the human cellular system. One of the important targets for viral invasion is its
binding with cell surface receptor, hACE2, through RBD on S-protein. Mimicking of three residues
on ACE2 (Lys31, Glu35 and Lys353 on B chain) provided a hot target directed strategy for the inhibition
of early attachment of the virus to the cell. Early screening of peptidic or non-peptidic molecules
for the inhibition of RBD-hACE2 interaction has raised the hope for potential therapeutics against
COVID-19. The higher affinity of molecules toward RBD than ACE2 is an important factor for selectivity
and minimization of ACE2 related adverse events on the cardiovascular system, brain, kidney,
and foetus development during pregnancy.

Conclusion:
Inhibition of RBD-hACE2 interaction by different molecular scaffolds can be used as a
preferred strategy for control of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Recently, published reports pointed out
Lys31, Glu35 and Lys353 on the B chain of ACE2 as crucial residues for mimicking and design of
novel molecules as inhibitors SARS-CoV-2 attachment to human cells. Moreover, some recently identified
RBD-hACE2 interaction inhibitors have also been described with their protein binding pattern
and potencies (IC50 values), which will help for further improvement in the selectivity.
Insights into Super-host Plant Species of Galling Insects in the Neotropical Region
Authors: Grandez-Rios Julio M. , Pizango Carlos G. H. , de Araújo Walter S. 
Published: November 2020

Background:
The term ‘super host’ plant is often used in the literature surrounding plant-galling interactions, but the different contexts in which the term is used generates doubt and confusion due to the absence of a systematic definition of the term’s meaning.

Objective:
In this study, we used 60 well-defined plant-galling assemblages to propose a systematic definition of super-host plants at the local and regional level. In addition, we investigated factors that explain the number of galling species per host plant at different geographic scales.

Methods:
Plant-galling assemblages were compiled from an extensive literature review on insect gall inventories carried out in Brazil.

Results:
We found 888 host plant species belonging to 94 families and 340 genera hosting 2,376 insect gall morphotypes. At a local scale, 33.2% of host plant species harbored one insect gall morphotype and 12.2% hosted two gall morphotypes, making up 45.4% of the host plant species in each locality. At the regional scale, 51.5% of host plant species harbored one insect gall morphotype, and 17.9% of host plant species hosted two gall morphotypes, corresponding to 69.4% of all host plant species. Based on the average number of galling species per plant species, we classified the plant species into: 1) Host species; 2) Multi-host species and 3) Super-host species. The super-host plant species that showed the greatest richness of gall morphotypes at the local level were Baccharis reticularia and Adenocalymma neoflavidu. Furthermore, we found a positive relationship between plant life-form architectural complexity and the number of galling species at the local level. At the regional scale, we registered five super-host species (Guapira opposita, Protium heptaphyllum, Copaifera langsdorffii, Myrcia splendens, and Byrsonima sericea) which hosted 21 or more insect gall morphotypes. The number of galling species per host plant species at the regional scale was influenced positively by geographic distribution rank and number of biomes in which each species of the plant occurs.

Conclusion:
The present study stands out as the first of its kind to provide a systematic standardization for the super-host plants and to investigate factors influencing these species.
Barriers to and Opportunities for Male Partner Involvement in Antenatal Care in Efforts to Eliminate Mother-to-child Transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Kenya: Systematic Review
Authors: Masaba Brian Barasa , Mmusi-Phetoe Rose M 
Published: November 2020

Introduction:
Men’s involvement in antenatal care (ANC) is intended to encourage husbands to support women’s care and associated interventions, including prevention of mother-to-child transmission from pregnancy to delivery, and throughout the postnatal period. The present study aimed to systematically review the barriers and opportunities for male partner involvement in antenatal care in efforts to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of Human Immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Kenya.

Methods:
A systematic search of articles was from the following databases; Scopus, Science Direct, PUBMED, OVID, and Google scholar. The reference list of included studies was manually searched for possible additional eligible articles. The searches were conducted from May 2019 to April 2020. Qualitative analysis was done and data were presented in thematic domains.

Results:
The search generated 2208 articles, of which only 19 met the inclusion criteria. The major findings were discussed under two thematic domains: 1) Barriers: Knowledge, Social-cultural/economic factors, Institutional factors, and Age. 2) Opportunities: Skilled Birth Attendant, Human Immunodeficiency virus-free infant and Human Immunodeficiency virus testing.

Conclusion:
The review notes that the main barriers to male partner involvement in antenatal care in efforts to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of Human Immunodeficiency virus in Kenya include; socio-cultural factors, the low maternal-child health education by the male partner, and institutional factors. It further provides insight on the opportunities associated with male partner involvement in antenatal care/prevention of mother-to-child transmission, which includes; having Human Immunodeficiency virus-free infants and increased, skilled birth deliveries. The review strongly calls out for sustainable initiatives to incorporate males into the antenatal care/prevention of mother to child transmission programs.
A CAPACITAÇÃO ECONÔMICO-FINANCEIRA DO SETOR ... Investimentos no Setor Elétrico e ciclos econômicos
Authors: Reichstul Henri Philippe 
Published: November 2020

Embora admita-se que o movimento cíclico da economia brasileira seja predominantemente influenciado pelas variações nos níveis de investimento do setor privado, as flutuações nos investimentos das empresas estatais, principalmente nas atividades produtivas (Setor Produtivo Estatal - SPE), como energia elétrica, aço, petróleo e mineração têm influência marcante na determinação daquele movimento. Isto se deve ao peso do investimento estatal, composto de unidades de grande porte, com elevada relação capital-produto, indivisibilidade técnica, longos prazos de maturação e economias de escala que implicam na criação de margens planejadas de capacidade ociosa. Por outro lado, à medida que se implementa, no país, um setor de bens de capital pesado, e que as articulações e interdependências na economia se aprofundam, as variações no investimento passam a marcar, com maior intensidade, os movimentos cíclicos da economia.
Prevalence of and Factors Associated With Eustachian Tube Dysfunction Among the Public in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Cross-Sectional Survey-Based Study
Authors: Alshehri Khalid A , Saggaf Omar M , Alshamrani Hussein M , Alnefaie Abdulrahman Mutlaq , Alghamdi Khalid B 
Published: November 2020

Background
Obstruction of the Eustachian tube is a common condition that is unpleasant and might lead to various middle ear disorders.

Objective
This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) among the public in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Methods
This cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted in Jeddah during August 2018 by distributing an electronic survey form to participants from different districts of the city. All male and female residents of Jeddah aged 10 years and above had the chance to participate in this study.

Results
A total of 2372 participants (female, 1535/2372, 64.71%; male, 837/2372, 35.28%; mean age 31.31 years, SD 11.85 years) agreed to contribute to our study. Upon analysis of their answers to the questionnaire, the overall prevalence of ETD in our sample was found to be 42.49% (1008/2372). The prevalence was higher among participants who reported a previous diagnosis of ETD and hearing loss (1897/2372, 80.00% and 1902/2372, 80.21%, respectively). Additionally, participants with a family history of hearing loss had a significantly higher prevalence (1136/2372, 47.92%) of ETD than those with no family history of hearing loss. Our analysis also showed that females were at a greater risk of developing ETD than males (P=.01).

Conclusions
As per our prevalence data, ETD is a common disease in Jeddah, pointing to the need for more attention, awareness, and research.
Barriers and Enablers to Adoption of Digital Health Interventions to Support the Implementation of Dietary Guidelines in Early Childhood Education and Care: Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Grady Alice , Barnes Courtney , Wolfenden Luke , Lecathelinais Christophe , Yoong Sze Lin 
Published: November 2020

BackgroundFew Australian childcare centers provide foods consistent with sector dietary guidelines. Digital health technologies are a promising medium to improve the implementation of evidence-based guidelines in the setting. Despite being widely accessible, the population-level impact of such technologies has been limited due to the lack of adoption by end users.ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess in a national sample of Australian childcare centers (1) intentions to adopt digital health interventions to support the implementation of dietary guidelines, (2) reported barriers and enablers to the adoption of digital health interventions in the setting, and (3) barriers and enablers associated with high intentions to adopt digital health interventions.MethodsA cross-sectional telephone or online survey was undertaken with 407 childcare centers randomly sampled from a publicly available national register in 2018. Center intentions to adopt new digital health interventions to support dietary guideline implementation in the sector were assessed, in addition to perceived individual, organizational, and contextual factors that may influence adoption based on seven subdomains within the nonadoption, abandonment, scale-up, spread, and sustainability (NASSS) of health and care technologies framework. A multiple-variable linear model was used to identify factors associated with high intentions to adopt digital health interventions.ResultsFindings indicate that 58.9% (229/389) of childcare centers have high intentions to adopt a digital health intervention to support guideline implementation. The changes needed in team interactions subdomain scored lowest, which is indicative of a potential barrier (mean 3.52, SD 1.30), with organization’s capacity to innovate scoring highest, which is indicative of a potential enabler (mean 5.25, SD 1.00). The two NASSS subdomains of ease of the adoption decision (P<.001) and identifying work and individuals involved in implementation (P=.001) were significantly associated with high intentions to adopt digital health interventions.ConclusionsA substantial proportion of Australian childcare centers have high intentions to adopt new digital health interventions to support dietary guideline implementation. Given evidence of the effectiveness of digital health interventions, these findings suggest that such an intervention may make an important contribution to improving public health nutrition in early childhood.
Wykład w lżejszej formie w tekście Metafizyki
Authors: Bigaj Jan 
Published: November 2020

A light-hearted lecture in the text of Metaphysics: Two chapters 7 and 8 of Book 7 in Metaphysics contain notes from three lectures on the topic of generation. At the beginning, a couple of remarks are made on the theme of biological procreation, which is taken up again in the repeat lecture summed up in chapter 9. This lecture is given in a light-hearted form, with sometimes frivolous allusions to the matter of sex. If one does not take into account this aspect (as it is usually done), the text becomes unintelligible.
Effect Of Bank And Macro Economic Performance On Bank Capital Supporters In Indonesia
Authors: Indra Putra , Prima Abraham , Leon Farah Margaretha 
Published: November 2020

This study was conducted to examine the effect of bank performance and macroeconomics on capital buffer in banks listed on the Indonesia stock exchange in the 2014-2018 period. There are 26 banks that become the sample of this study after purposive sampling. The capital buffer used is the difference between the Capital Adequate Ratio and the minimum capital determined by the regulator. While the independent variables used consist of bank performance, namely Return on Equity, Bank Size, Liquidity, Non-Performing Loans, Net Profit, Loan Growth and Total Loans over Total Assets. Macroeconomic variables also become a factor that is analyzed on the effect of bank capital buffer. By using the Generalized Method of Moment (GMM) regression model, it can be seen that the bank's performance variables measured through Return on Equity, Liquidity, Net Profit and Total Loan over Total Assets have a significant effect on banking capital buffer in Indonesia. Whereas macroeconomic variables measured through GDP do not have a significant effect on banking capital buffer in Indonesia.
Quantitative analysis and expression of salivary opiorphin in painful oral soft-tissue conditions: A descriptive study
Authors: Nejad Niloofar Khansari , Ramakrishna Priyadharshini , Kar Ankita , Sujatha S. 
Published: November 2020

Objectives:
Opiorphin is an enkephalinase inhibitor which suppresses pain by acting on the opioid system. The levels of opiorphin in plasma and saliva have shown to vary in patients with burning mouth syndrome. This descriptive study was designed to estimate the salivary levels of opiorphin among individuals with painful oral soft-tissue conditions.

Materials and Methods:
Unstimulated whole saliva was collected from 60 individuals (20 controls, 20 traumatic and inflammatory conditions, and 20 patients with oral potentially malignant disorders [OPMDs] and oral cancer). The salivary levels of opiorphin were assessed through competitive enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.

Results:
The mean level of opiorphin among controls was 7.108 ± 2.535 ng/ml, among individuals with traumatic and inflammatory conditions was 9.409 ± 2.369 ng/ml, and in individuals with OPMDs and oral cancer was 8.268 ± 2.414 ng/ml. A positive correlation was observed between salivary opiorphin levels and age of the patient (r = 0.028).

Conclusion:
The varying levels of opiorphin in painful oral mucosal conditions and with age indicate its role in local pain modulating mechanisms.
PENGARUH AKUPRESUR TITIK BLADDER 23 TERHADAP INTENSITAS NYERI PUNGGUNG BAWAH IBU HAMIL TRIMESTER III DI UPTD PUSKESMAS I DENPASAR UTARA
Authors: Permana Putri Ni Luh Putu Sentania Widhi , Suarniti Ni Wayan , Budiani Ni Nyoman 
Published: November 2020

Nyeri punggung bawah pada kehamilan digambarkan sebagai nyeri pada daerah lumbar, diatas sakrum yang menyebabkan ketidaknyamanan selama kehamilan. Akupresur titik bladder 23 merupakan metode non-farmakologi yang dapat mengurangi nyeri punggung bawah. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh akupresur titik bladder 23 terhadapintensitas nyeri punggung bawah ibu hamil trimester III di UPTD Puskesmas I Dinas Kesehatan Kecamatan Denpasar Utara. Penelitian ini menggunakan pre eksperimental dengan rancangan one grup pretest-posttest design.Sampel yang digunakan yaitu 12 orang ibu hamil trimester III dengan usia kehamilan 37-39 minggu dan di pilih secara purposive sampling. Data diambil dengan melakukan observasi intensitas nyeri punggung bawah sebelum dan sesudah dilakukan akupresur titik bladder 23. Responden melakukan akupresur sebanyak dua kali seminggu dengan durasi dua detik sebanyak 30 kali tekanan. Hasil intensitas nyeri punggung bawah sebelum perlakuan diperoleh nilai mean 4,17 dan setelah perlakuan berubah menjadi 2,67 dengan nilai ρ = 0,000 < α (0,05) dan nilai t (9,950). Simpulannya adalah ada pengaruh akupresur titik bladder 23 terhadap intensitas nyeri punggung bawah ibu hamil trimester III di UPTD Puskesmas I Dinas Kesehatan Kecamatan Denpasar Utara.Lower back pain in pregnancy described as pain in the lumbar region, above the sacrum which causes discomfort during pregnancy.Acupressurepoint bladder 23 is a non-pharmacological method that canreduce low back pain.This study aims to determine the effect of acupressure point bladder 23 on the low back pain level in third semester pregnant women in UPTD Puskesmas I of the Health Departement of North Denpasar. This is pre-experimental research with one group pretest-posttest design. The samples were 12pregnant women on third trimester with 37-39 weeks gestational age and were selected by purposive sampling. Data were collected byobserving the intensity of low back pain before and after treatment. Respondents did acupressure twice a week with the duration two seconds for each 30 times pressure. The results of low back pain intensity before treatment obtained a mean value of 4.17 and after the treatment there was reduce to 2.67 with a value of ρ = 0,000 <α (0.05) and t value (9,950). The conclusion is that there is an influence of acupressurepoint bladder 23 on the low back painintensityin third trimester pregnant women in UPTD Puskesmas I of the Health Departement of North Denpasar.
Characterization of the Teleneurology Patients at the Hospital Las Higueras de Talcahuano—Chile
Authors: Constanzo Freddy , Aracena-Sherck Paula , Peña Lorena , Marrugo Mery , Gonzalez Jonathan , Vergara Gerardo , Alvarado Cristóbal 
Published: November 2020

Background: Chile has a shortage of medical experts, including neurologists. The remote neurology program at Las Higueras Hospital in Talcahuano (HHT) was implemented in 2015 to decrease the number of patients waiting for their first appointment.Methods: This retrospective study analyzed a cohort of 2,904 ambulatory patients evaluated in the teleneurology program at the HHT between 2015 and 2019 who were referred from 16 primary and 3 tertiary healthcare centers.Results: Out of the 2,904 patients included in the study, 1,020 patients (35%) were male, and 1,884 (65%) were female. In total, 1,346 (46.0%) patients were under 60 years old (408 male and 938 female), and 1,558 (54%) were over 60 years old (612 male and 946 female). The patients were referred to a neurologist in the teleneurology program from different primary healthcare centers (93.5%) and tertiary healthcare centers (6.5%). The most common diseases diagnosed through teleneurology were, in decreasing order, headache (29.4%), Alzheimer's disease and other dementias (15.9%), and epilepsy (11.4%). From July 2018, we analyzed the patients' destination after the first teleneurology consultation. In the cohort of 634 patients who had their first consultation via the teleneurology program, 547 (86.3%) were instructed to continue follow-up via telemedicine.Conclusions: Data from this study show, for the first time in Chile, the significant contribution of the teleneurology program at the HHT to the diagnosis of a broad range of diseases in a substantial number of patients referred from primary and tertiary healthcare centers.