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THE PROBLEM OF SOIL DEFLATION IN THE AGROLANDSCAPES OF VOLGOGRAD REGION ARID ZONE
Authors: Nazarova Marina V. , Belyakov Alexander М. 
Published: December 2024

Background. The climate is changing towards aridization and increasing on anthropogenic impact lead, among the other things, for example, a deflation, a loss of soil fertility and a desertification of agricultural landscapes, which negatively gives effect on their environmental sustainability and agricultural productivity.
Purpose. It is needed to identify the influence and mechanism of influence of deflationary processes on the ecological balance of agricultural landscapes, and we need to solve some unresolved problems and ways to develop research on wind erosion of soils in the arid zone.
Materials and methods. The methods of research of agricultural landscapes were used (methods of FGBNU VNIALMI, FGBNU "Rosinformagrotekh", State Scientific Institution VNIIZPE), which used generally accepted methods. Agricultural landscapes were built by using various agricultural technologies were studied as objects.
Results. The revelation of those data proved that the stability of agricultural landscapes is high with direct sowing technology, where the level of deflation is 8%, while the classical agricultural technology it is 31%. The mechanism of soil and territory degradation in the conditions of Volgograd region under the influence of deflation and the level of decrease in arable land productivity, where the damage to agricultural production in the region was amounted to 27.6 billion rubles, have been established also. The influence of the entire complex of anthropogenic impacts on the properties and structure of soils included their erodibility, deflationary activity and, in general, on the formation of ecologically balanced agricultural landscapes which has been proven successfully. The promising areas of research have been identified also in this article.
Conclusion. We proved that new experimental material on deflation in the zone of light chestnut soils has been obtained. Soil deflation was pronounced using classical agricultural technology. The need to develop a system of criteria for assessing the territories of the arid zone of the Russian Federation and methods for mapping territories.
Rapid improvement in postpartum pulmonary hypertension associated with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia: A case report and review of literature
Authors: Hao Sheng-Yu , Muhetaer Yaxiaerjiang , Zheng Xin , Long Yu-Liang , Song Jie-Qiong , Zhong Ming 
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND
Postpartum pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) complicated with hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) is a rare condition. Diagnosing and treating PAH in patients with HHT can be challenging. To the best of our knowledge, no previous reports have investigated the efficacy of pulmonary vasodilators in improving hemodynamics in postpartum patients with this disease.
CASE SUMMARY
In this paper, we report a postpartum case of HHT combined with PAH, presenting with worsening dyspnea. Genetic testing revealed that the patient carried a heterozygous variant of activin receptor-like kinase 1. The patient received various treatments, including diuretics, anticoagulants, sildenafil, macitentan, inhalation of nitric oxide, and iloprost. Changes in PaO2/FiO2, pulmonary artery systolic pressure as assessed by echocardiography, and N-terminus pro-brain natriuretic peptide levels suggested that, except for iloprost inhalation, the other treatments appeared to have limited efficacy.
CONCLUSION
To our knowledge, this is the first report on efficacy of pulmonary vasodilators in postpartum patients with HHT and PAH.
Плоска задача про стискання напівобмеженого кусково-однорідного тіла вздовж міжфазної зони гладкого проковзування
Authors: Кіпніс О.Л. 
Published: December 2024

Досліджено лінеаризовану задачу плоскої деформації про стискання кусково-однорідного напівобмеженого тіла з вільною від навантажень граничною поверхнею вздовж зони гладкого проковзування, яка розташована на прямолінійній межі поділу двох різних жорстко з’єднаних між собою пружних середовищ. З використанням представлень розв’язків лінеаризованих рівнянь рівноваги через потенціальні гармонічні функції у випадку нерівних коренів характеристичних рівнянь для пружних потенціалів складових компонент тіла вихідну граничну задачу зведено до задачі на власні значення для інтегрального рівняння Фредгольма першого роду, доповненого додатковою умовою. Із застосуванням методу Бубнова — Гальоркіна до дослідження останньої вивчено характер залежності критичних значень параметра навантаження задачі від геометричного та фізико-механічних параметрів тіла у випадку пружного потенціалу Трелоара.
Electrocatalytic activity of sodium copper pectates in oxygen reduction reaction in fuel cells
Authors: Lebedeva Elgina , Nizameeva Guliya , Nizameev Irek , Kuznetsova Viktoria , Kadirov Marsil 
Published: December 2024

In this paper, the results of the electrocatalytic behavior of a series of copper sodium pectate complexes with different Cu2+ contents (5, 10, 15, 20, 25%) towards the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) are presented. To investigate the catalytic activity of the studied complexes in ORR, the cyclic voltammograms (CVA) recorded in an oxygen-saturated environment and inert argon gas were compared. Clear reduction peaks are observed in the CVA, confirming the electrochemical activity of the complexes in the oxygen reduction reaction. The kinetics and mechanism of the oxygen reduction reaction on the glassy carbon modified with the complexes in an acidic 0.5 M H2SO4 medium were analyzed. The results obtained by cyclic voltammetry at different scan rates show that the ORR on the copper sodium pectate complexes supported on the glassy carbon is diffusion-controlled. The calculation of the number of electrons participating in the electrochemical reaction was carried out. It was found that the best catalyst of the entire series of samples is a sodium pectate complex with a 5% copper content (n = 4). It was noted that the compound is characterized by a large specific surface area. An increase in the amount of copper ions in coordination biopolymers leads to film formation and a decrease in catalytic activity.
Doping effects on the structure, transport properties, and chemical stability of LaInO3 perovskite: A review
Authors: Egorova Anastasia , Belova Ksenia , Animitsa Irina 
Published: December 2024

The desire to use novel functional materials in electrochemical devices stimulates significant research in materials science. Сomplex oxides with a perovskite-like structure occupy a large niche among such materials. Solid solutions based on LaInO3 exhibit promising ionic conductor properties (O2–, H+) combined with high chemical stability. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of the physicochemical properties of doped LaInO3 materials. The structure and hydration processes of parent and doped compounds are discussed. The transport properties data were collected and summarized. Both the pure and the doped materials exhibit mixed ion-hole conductivity in dry air. All solid solutions based on LaInO3 are capable of reversible incorporation of water vapor due to their effective oxygen vacancy size close to ran~1.4 Å. Under elevated humidity conditions, proton transfer is observed in the samples. The data indicates a correlation between an increase in free cell volume and an increase in ionic conductivity. The results on chemical stability and TEC for the pure and doped materials are analyzed. The strategy for selecting dopant cations is shown. The presented data show the potential for applications of LaInO3-based materials in electrolyte membranes for solid oxide fuel cells, pumps and sensors.
Clinical and sociodemographic profile of asthma and attitude of parents towards inhaled corticosteroid use in children
Authors: Xavier Gibi , Jose O. 
Published: December 2024

Background: To find out the clinical and socio demographic profile of asthma in 6–12-year-old children and also to understand the knowledge, attitude and practices of parents regarding the ICS use in a tertiary care centre, Alappuzha Kerala.
Methods: Hospital based cross-sectional study, over a period of 1 year. Ethical committee clearance obtained. 141 children were selected from the asthma clinic, based on Inclusion and exclusion criteria. Questionnaire was given to parents, and methods of using MDI checked and corrected.
Results: Most common reason for exacerbation of asthma are exposure to indoor air pollutants and viral infections. A major share of parents showing reluctance for using ICS due to fear of side effects. So usually using for a short course only, not as prescribed.
Conclusions: The adherence of using ICS can be improved by parent-doctor communication and demonstrating the use of inhaler and its importance in asthma.
A study on differences in peak expiratory flow rate among school children of age 7-12 years at different altitudes of Darjeeling and Purulia district of West Bengal
Authors: Dey Rajib , Baidya Debangshu , Karmakar Balai Chandra 
Published: December 2024

Background: The peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) is an effort-dependent parameter, which reflects large airway flow, voluntary and muscle strength. High altitudes may have an impact on peak expiratory flow rate, owing to hypoxia, low air density and increased muscular activity, The study was conducted to find out the variance of PEFR among healthy school children of high and low altitude region.
Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at different altitudes and schools of Darjeeling and Purulia district, taking a total of 400 healthy school going children aged between 7-12 years. The age, weight and height of the children were calculated and the PEFR was recorded in standing position. The data was entered in MS Excel and analyzed using the SPSS version 20.0 software.
Results: The mean height, body mass index (BMI) and SpO2 was lower among high altitude children, while their PEFR values were higher. These findings were observed to be statistically significant. Further, females were observed to have a lower PEFR value than their male counterparts.
Conclusion: The PEFR values of low altitude children were significantly lower than the high altitude children.
Clinical and laboratory characteristics of paediatric systemic lupus erythematosus at secondary level hospital among local population in North East India
Authors: Aier Tenukala , Joe Chippy Hanna , Kikon Sulanthung , Tsanglao Wonashi 
Published: December 2024

Background: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by multisystem inflammation and the presence of circulating auto antibodies directed against self-antigens with flare-ups and remissions. Childhood-onset SLE (cSLE) is a rare disease with an incidence of 0.3-0.9 per 100.000 children-years. The study among paediatric population of north east India were few and hence this study from north east India was undertaken. Objective of this study was to study the clinical and immunological profile of children with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). To study the distribution of Renal Lesions according to ISN/RPS Classification of Lupus Nephritis.
Methods: Retrospective observational single centre study at secondary care hospital in North East India. Medical records of children with SLE admitted in Paediatric department from the period of 2018-2024 through the hospital information management were analysed. Clinico pathological features and immunological profile were compared with other studies.
Results: Among 20 patients studied female to male ratio was 3:1. The mean patient’s age at the time of presentation was 12.4 years. The mean duration of illness was 8.5 months. Most common systems involved were hematological (85%), followed by kidney (75%) and mucocutaneous (75%). All (100%) cases were ANA positive. 45% were anti smith antibody positive, 20% were anti- dsDNA positive. Focal and segmental proliferative glomerulonephritis (ISN/RPS class III) was the most commonly seen histological pattern, seen in 5 (83%) patients who underwent biopsy. Diffuse proliferative glomerulonephritis (ISN/RPS class IV) was seen in 1 (16%) patient.
Conclusions: Childhood onset SLE is still a challenge to diagnose and manage due to unpredictable clinical manifestations with variable disease activity at different age.
Schmid metaphyseal chondrodysplasia: consideration in differential diagnosis of rickets
Authors: Lalitha Parvathy , Catherine Ann Mary 
Published: December 2024

Schmid metaphyseal chondrodysplasia is a rare inherited cause of skeletal dysplasia caused by COL10A1 gene mutation, characterized by skeletal abnormalities and progressive short stature not usually associated with any other major anomalies or cognitive disability. We report a case of a 3-year-old girl with short stature, genu varum, and motor developmental delay, who was initially misdiagnosed and treated as rickets. Blood investigations and radiographic findings were crucial to guide the diagnosis. Genetic testing allows definitive molecular diagnosis leading to proper treatment and counselling.
ТЕОРЕТИКО-МЕТОДОЛОГІЧНІ ОСНОВИ ДЕПОЗИТНОЇ ПОЛІТИКИ КОМЕРЦІЙНОГО БАНКУ
Authors: Стешенко О. Д. , Маханько Т. О. 
Published: December 2024

У статі розглянуто теоретико-методологічні основи депозитної політики комерційного банку; визначено, що розробка депозитної політики полягає у визначенні пріоритетних напрямків розвитку та удосконалення банківської діяльності в процесі залучення й акумулювання ресурсів, розвитку депозитних операцій та підвищення їх ефективності. Запропоновано власне визначення депозитної політики комерційного банку, а саме: депозитна політика являє собою концепцію організації депозитних відносин, постановку завдань у частині залучення ресурсів, а також практичних заходів щодо її реалізації. Зроблено висновок, що депозитну політику можна трактувати за такими напрямами: за суттю – це стратегія і тактика банку в частині організації депозитного процесу; за діяльністю – це комплекс заходів, що має на меті забезпечення ліквідності банку; за оформленням – це документ, детальний план, керівництво до дій щодо залучення ресурсів. Зміст депозитної політики проявляється в забезпеченні стабільності і стійкості банківської установи, її рентабельності, ліквідності та надійності, а також адекватності її діяльності потребам клієнтів.
Assessing a Semi-Empirical Model Performance to Predict the Wetting Patterns in Subsurface Drip Irrigation
Authors: Zamani Saeid , Nafchi Rouhollah Fatahi , Ostad-Ali-Askari Kaveh , Provenzano Giuseppe 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Due to the complexity of soil water distribution, proposed models in the literature can not provide accurate predictions of wetting patterns beneath Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) laterals. In this study, a semi-empirical model using easily accessible data of the SDI system and soil hydrodynamic properties is proposed to predict the wetting patterns in both distribution and redistribution phases. The aforementioned model has been developed based on a novel approach that integrates the governing equations of lateral hydraulics with empirical equations obtained through dimensional analysis. To develop the model and evaluate its performance, three 16-mm drip line pipes with 0.2, 0.4, and 0.5 m emitter spacing, and 2–5 l/h discharge were placed at 0.20 m depth in a soil box filled with clay loam soil. Water was applied for 3 hours at 50, 100, and 150 kPa operating pressures, and the wetting pattern’s geometries were measured in each lateral after 1, 2, 3, and 24 h. Subsequently, the model’s performance was assessed and compared with that of three other models. RMSE, MAE, NSE and RSR statistical indexes of the wetting depth were 0.001–0.002 m, 0.004–0.009 m, 0.816–0.961 and 0.195–0.429, respectively, whereas those associated with the wetting width were 0.001–0.003 m, 0.005–0.016 m, 0.632–0.959 and 0.202–0.607, respectively. These values yielded the lowest error when compared with the corresponding obtained from other well-known models. Consequently, our specialized model was successful in wetting pattern prediction beneath the lateral as a line source.
Effect of heterogeneity due to inappropriate tillage on water advance and recession in furrow irrigation
Authors: Ostad-Ali-Askari Kaveh , Raeisi-Vanani Hamid 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

In surface irrigation, uniformity of longitudinal slope and depth of tillage are very important factors in advance duration time. Inappropriate tillage and land preparation can cause uneven surfaces and non-uniform slopes in fields which is especially important in furrow irrigation due to their influence on advance times. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of non-uniform longitudinal slope due to inappropriate tillage on advance and recession phases in furrow irrigation system, which plays an important role in irrigation uniformity and application efficiency. For this purpose 12 furrows, each 42 m long were made with different longitudinal slopes and a width of 0.6 meter. The number of irrigation was 5 with irrigation interval of 4 days and input discharge of 0.8 lit/s. Results showed that advance times are very different in furrows especially in the first irrigation and varied from 19min up to 50min. The values for recession time were 9 to 29 min. The results of these five irrigation events indicate that non-uniform slope has significant effect on advance and recession time. Therefore with attention to the water crisis and the need to increase efficiency and uniformity of water distribution in surface irrigation, using modern machinery and paying more attention to accurate preparation of land are necessary in order to obtain uniform furrows in fields.
Clinicopathologic and metabolic variables from 18F-FDG PET/CT in the prediction of recurrence pattern in stage I-III non-small-cell lung cancer after curative surgery.
Authors: Jimenez-Londoño German Andres , Pérez-Beteta Julian , Amo-Salas Mariano , Honguero-Martinez Antonio F , Pérez-García Victor M , Lucas Cristina Lucas , Castrejón Angel M Soriano , Vicente Ana M García 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Aim.
This study aimed to analyze the clinicopathologic and metabolic parameters derived from staging 18F-FDG PET/CT that can predict recurrence patterns in non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) after curative surgery.
Material and methods.
Retrospective study including stage I-III NSCLC patients with a baseline 18F-FDG PET/CT scan. Relapse patterns were analyzed based on location, lesion and organ-specific recurrence. Clinicopathologic variables were recorded. Three distinct categories of variables were obtained: standardized uptake value (SUV)-based metrics, heterogeneity parameters, and morphological features. The relation of relapse patterns with clinicopathologic and metabolic parameters was analyzed using the uni-multivariate logistic regression.
Results
Out of 173 patients, 104 experienced recurrences, with 66% presenting distant involvement and 56.7% exhibiting polymetastatic disease at initial recurrence. Patient age, pathologic lymphovascular invasion and normalized SUVmax perimeter distance (nSPD) were considered as risk factors for early recurrence. Adenocarcinoma histology was identified as an independent variable for distant recurrence. Patient age, number of metastatic mediastinal lymph nodes at staging (nN), sphericity, normalized SUVpeak to centroid distance (nSCD), entropy, low gray-level run emphasis, and high gray-level run emphasis were independent variables for polymetastatic disease. Certain variables were correlated with organ-speciﬁc recurrence. Bone recurrence was related to nN and SUVmean. Brain recurrence was related to adenocarcinoma histology. Lung recurrence was associated with coefficient of variation and nSPD.
Conclusion:
The metabolic profile of lung primary tumors obtained from 18F-FDG PET/CT seems to be predictive of recurrence patterns that are closely linked to the overall survival of NSCLC patients. These findings could help in the development of personalized follow-up strategies based on an individual's recurrence pattern.
What Is the Preferred Management of Lower Ureteral Stones? SWL or URS - A Critical Evaluation With an Emphasis on the Changes in Patient’s Quality of Life
Authors: ERDOĞAN¹ Erhan , AŞIK Alper , YAŞAR Hikmet , SARICA Göksu , SARICA¹ Kemal , Erdoğan Erhan 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Aim
To compare the efficacy and safety of two treatment methods for lower ureteral stones: shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) and ureteroscopic treatment (URS), with a focus on the impact on patients' quality of life.
Patients and Methods:
A total of 174 patients with solitary radiopaque lower ureteral stones (5–10 mm) between July 2023 and October 2024 were treated with SWL (78 patients) or URS (96 patients). Stone-free (SF) status was evaluated at 3 months using Non-Contrast Computed Tomography (NCCT). Data included age, gender, stone size, and post-procedural analgesic requirement. Quality of life was measured using the Short Form-36 (SF-36) index.
Results
Although SF rates were higher in the URS group (96.9% vs. 84.6%), comparable SF rates for stones < 10 mm and symptom-free status during long-term follow-up suggest that SWL remains a valuable alternative. Additionally, 96.2% of patients expressed willingness to choose SWL again, highlighting patient satisfaction. SWL produced similar results to URS in physical functioning and general health, but URS showed better outcomes in pain and emotional well-being, possibly due to residual stone fragments.
Conclusions
SWL offers advantages such as shorter recovery times, reduced need for pain medication, and no requirement for general anesthesia, making it a preferred option for patients seeking non-invasive treatment. Both methods showed similar outcomes in quality of life, particularly in physical functioning and general health, demonstrating that SWL is an effective non-invasive treatment for lower ureteric stones.
Relationship Between Klotho, Neurotrophic Factors (Bdnf, Ngf, Gdnf) and Cognitive Functions in Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Authors: Çelebi Zeynep , Yazici Esra , Erdoğan Derya Güzel , Davutoglu Onur , Yazıcı Ahmet Bulent 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
Klotho and neurotrophic factors (BDNF, GDNF, NGF) are shown have role in cognitive functions but these molecules has not been investigated in bipolar disorder simultaneously to assess the interactions among these molecules and their relationship with cognitive functions. This study investigates the relationship between cognitive functions, klotho, and neurotrophic factors in patients with bipolar disorder in remission period.
Methods
Male, bipolar disorder dignosed patients (patient group, n = 48) in remission period and healthy volunteers (control group, n = 48) were included to the study. Stroop test and Wechsler Memory Scale – Visual Production Subtest was applied and Klotho, BDNF, GDNF, NGF serum levels were identified by ELISA reader.
Results
The klotho protein level (0,12 ± 0,15 and 0,17 ± 0,16) and NGF level (34,36 ± 41,99 and 48,54 ± 41,06) in the patient group were significantly lower compared to the control group (Z=-3.071, p = 0.002 and Z=-2.217, p = 0.027, respectively). In the patient group, there was a positive correlation between klotho and NGF levels (p = 0.003, rs=0.413) and a negative correlation was between NGF and GDNF levels (p = 0.013, rs=-0.355). Klotho and NGF were predictors of Weshler 40 minute test(Adjusted R2 = 0.467) and Klotho and BDNF were predictos of Stroop test colour word reading time (Adjusted R2 = 0.391)with other variables.
Conclusion
In BD, klotho, BDNF, GDNF and NGF are associated with cognitive functions and exhibit different characteristics from the control group. Nevertheless, the differences related to these molecules seem to be associated with a regulation system rather than merely indicating an increase or decrease in serum levels.