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Acute inflammatory response following lower-and upper-body Wingate anaerobic test in elite gymnasts in relation to iron status
Authors: Kochanowicz Andrzej , Waldziński Tomasz , Niespodziński Bartłomiej , Brzezińska Paulina , Kochanowicz Magdalena , Antosiewicz Jedrzej , Mieszkowski Jan 
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Artistic gymnastics is one of the most demanding sports disciplines, with the athletes demonstrating extremely high levels of explosive power and strength. Currently, knowledge of the effect of gymnastic training adaptation on exercise-induced inflammatory response is limited. The study aimed to evaluate inflammatory response following lower- and upper-body high-intensity exercise in relation to the iron status in gymnasts and non-athletes. Methods: Fourteen elite male artistic gymnasts (EAG, 20.6 ± 3.3 years old) and 14 physically active men (PAM, 19.9 ± 1.0 years old) participated in the study. Venous blood samples were taken before and 5 min and 60 min after two variants of Wingate anaerobic test (WAnT), upper-body and lower-body WAnT. Basal iron metabolism (serum iron and ferritin) and acute responses of selected inflammatory response markers [interleukin (IL) 6, IL-10, and tumour necrosis factor α] were analysed.Results: EAG performed significantly better during upper-body WAnT than PAM regarding relative mean and peak power. The increase in IL-6 levels after upper-body WAnT was higher in EAG than in PAM; the opposite was observed after lower-body WAnT. IL-10 levels were higher in EAG than in PAM, and tumour necrosis factor α levels were higher in PAM than those in EAG only after lower-body WAnT. The changes in IL-10 correlated with baseline serum iron and ferritin in PAM.Discussion: Overall, gymnastic training is associated with the attenuation of iron-dependent post-exercise anti-inflammatory cytokine secretion.
Parental involvement in robot-mediated intervention: a systematic review
Authors: Piccolo Adriana , De Domenico Carmela , Di Cara Marcella , Settimo Carmela , Corallo Francesco , Leonardi Simona , Impallomeni Caterina , Tripodi Emanuela , Quartarone Angelo , Cucinotta Francesca 
Published: July 2024

IntroductionOver the years, the conceptual approach to pediatric rehabilitation has reevaluated the parent's role in the therapeutic process, considering parental involvement as a necessary condition for the effectiveness of the intervention. In the field of pediatric intervention, the therapeutic use of robots represents a growing clinical interest, but the feasibility and applicability of these robotic interventions, including those involving parents, remain unclear. This systematic review aims to investigate parental involvement in robot-mediated interventions (RMI) for children and adolescents in the current literature. Our main goal is to analyze and summarize all existing studies to discuss and draw future research directions and implications for clinical practice.MethodAfter collecting results from 1,106 studies, the studies selected were analyzed using thematic analysis. The literature review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines by searching databases such as PubMed and Web of Science until 07 February 2023. Studies that met the following inclusion criteria were included: (1) the use of a robot as a therapeutic-rehabilitation tool and (2) the presence/involvement of parents/caregivers in child-robot therapeutic sessions.ResultsA total of 10 articles were included. The extracted data included study design, participant characteristics, type of robot used, outcome measures, aim, and type of intervention. The results reveal that parental involvement in RMI could be feasible and useful in improving intervention efficacy, particularly in improving the child's social-communicative abilities and the caregiver's educational skills.DiscussionRMI intervention with parental participation could be a useful therapeutic strategy in pediatrics. However, to date, few studies have investigated this specific topic, and the reported results may enhance future research to understand its effectiveness in specific areas of use.Systematic review registrationidentifier: CRD42024553214.
National patterns of paroxetine use among US Medicare patients from 2015–2020
Authors: Cavanah Luke R. , Goldhirsh Jessica L. , Huey Leighton Y. , Piper Brian J. 
Published: July 2024

IntroductionParoxetine is an older “selective” serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is notable for its lack of selectivity, resulting in an anticholinergic adverse-effect profile, especially among older adults (65+).MethodsParoxetine prescription rates and costs per state were ascertained from the Medicare Specialty Utilization and Payment Data. States’ annual prescription rate, corrected per thousand Part D enrollees, outside a 95% confidence interval were considered significantly different from the average.ResultsNationally, there was a steady decrease in population-corrected paroxetine prescriptions (-34.52%) and spending (-29.55%) from 2015–2020 but a consistent, five-fold state-level difference. From 2015–2020, Kentucky (194.9, 195.3, 182.7, 165.1, 143.3, 132.5) showed significantly higher prescriptions rates relative to the national average, and Hawaii (42.1, 37.9, 34.3, 31.7, 27.7, 26.6) showed significantly lower prescription rates. North Dakota was often a frequently elevated prescriber of paroxetine (2016: 170.7, 2018: 143.3), relative to the average. Neuropsychiatry and geriatric medicine frequently prescribed the most paroxetine, relative to the number of providers in that specialty, from 2015–2020.DiscussionDespite the American Geriatrics Society’s prohibition against paroxetine use in older adults and many effective treatment alternatives, paroxetine was still commonly used in the US in this population, especially in Kentucky and North Dakota and by neuropsychiatry and geriatric medicine. These findings provide information on the specialty types and states where education and policy reform would likely have the greatest impact on improving adherence to the paroxetine prescription recommendations.
Relationships among perceived social support, mindful self-care, and resilience among a sample of nurses in three provinces in China: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Li Meng , Wei Junfan , Yang Shuhua , Tian Yuan , Han Shan , Jia Guanhu , De Ala Minerva , Song Ruipeng , Wei Bo 
Published: July 2024

ObjectiveIn this study, we aimed to determine the relationships among perceived social support, mindful self-care, and resilience in a sample of nurses in three provinces of China.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted in seven hospitals in Guangdong, Guizhou, and Henan provinces between August and October, 2023; the provinces are located in south, southwest, and central China. A total of 389 nurses were surveyed using a self-designed sociodemographic characteristics questionnaire and the Chinese versions of Multidimensional Scale of the Perceived Social Support, Brief-Mindful Self-Care Scale and the 10-item Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC-10).ResultsOf the 389 nurses, the majority were women (n = 365; 93.8%), aged 26–35 years (n = 244; 62.7%) and had bachelor’s degrees (n = 337; 86.6%), had worked for 10–20 years (n = 136; 35%), with junior professional titles (n = 331; 85.1%), and had a monthly income in the range 3,001–6,000 yuan in CNY (n = 239; 61.4%). Nurses’ resilience was measured using the CD-RISC-10, which ranges from 10 to 40 points. And average score of nurses’ resilience was (23.94 ± 6.95). Multiple linear regression showed that scores for resilience were higher among nurses who had higher educational attainment (95% confidence interval: 0.568–3.024, p &lt; 0.01), professional titles (95% confidence interval: 0.009–1.693, p &lt; 0.05), scores of mindful self-care (95% confidence interval: 0.086–0.155, p &lt; 0.01), and scores of perceived social support (95% confidence interval: 0.242–0.328, p &lt; 0.01).ConclusionNurses with higher educational attainment and professional titles exhibited higher levels of resilience. Perceived social support and mindfulness self-care are significantly positively correlated with resilience of nurses. The findings of this study are beneficial to further our understanding of nurses’ resilience. The identification of associated factors is conducive to providing more support for nurses who tend to have lower resilience earlier, and can provide useful information for research targeted intervention and support plans aimed at improving nurses’ resilience in the future.
Dynamic changes and improvement paths of China’s emergency logistics response capabilities under public emergencies—research based on the entropy weight TOPSIS method
Authors: Chen Heng , Guo Yuan , Lin Xianglong , Qi Xianchao 
Published: July 2024

IntroductionDue to global industrialization and urbanization, natural disasters, accidents, and public health emergencies happen frequently. These events cause significant loss of life and property damage to countries worldwide. In the context of frequent public emergencies, enhancing emergency logistics response capabilities is crucial, ensuring rapid supply of rescue materials and support for rescue personnel, thereby saving lives and reducing economic losses.MethodsIn order to identify the changes and enhancement paths of the emergency logistics response capability of Chinese regions under the shocks of public emergencies, this paper innovatively constructs emergency logistics response capability measurement indicators. This paper uses the entropy weight TOPSIS method and panel quantile regression model to quantify the change and enhancement paths of China’s regional emergency logistics response capability under different events.ResultsIt is found that: (1) The gap in emergency logistics response capability among Chinese regions is widening, with the internal difference in the eastern region higher than that in the west, while the difference in the central region is relatively low. (2) China’s emergency management department can effectively transform social logistics into emergency logistics, thereby promoting the improvement of emergency logistics response capabilities. (3) Sudden geological disasters break through the limits of social logistics resources when they cross lower scales, resulting in the failure of emergency logistics response capabilities.DiscussionThis paper expands research on assessing emergency logistics capabilities, addressing issues in existing assessments such as reliance on single indicators and subjective measurement methods. Additionally, it quantifies the dynamic changes in China’s regional emergency logistics response capabilities under public emergencies by extending the study of event content, types, and impacts. This enhances discussions on the effects of public emergencies. Finally, from an empirical perspective, the paper explores pathways to enhance regional emergency logistics response capabilities in China. In practice, this paper assists countries worldwide in assessing whether different regions of China can effectively provide emergency support for various resources in direct investments, thus providing a scientific basis for investment decisions.
Exploring the impact of verbal encouragement on strength, endurance, and psychophysiological responses: enhancing teaching strategies in sports science education
Authors: Romdhani Amir , Sahli Faten , Ghouili Hatem , Trabelsi Omar , Rebhi Mahmoud , Ben Aissa Mohamed , Saidane Mouna , Guelmami Noomen , Dergaa Ismail , Haddad Monoem , Zghibi Makram 
Published: July 2024

IntroductionThis study investigates the effects of teacher verbal encouragement (VE) on strength, endurance, and psychophysiological responses, aiming to enhance teaching strategies in sports science education.MethodsForty-eight sports science students, aged 21.3 ± 0.5 years, participated in this study. The sample was randomly divided into two groups, and a counterbalancing procedure was implemented. Participants completed strength and endurance testing sessions under normal conditions in the first week and repeated similar sessions in the second week with teacher VE. Strength was assessed using the 1RM bench press, squat, and deadlift tests, while endurance was evaluated through 8-minute time trials (8MTT: burpees, box jumps, hand-release push-ups, and sit-ups). Perceived exertion and physical activity enjoyment were investigated using self-reporting instruments.ResultsThe key findings showed that participants lifted greater weights in the 1RM bench press (p &lt; 0.01;r = 0.45, medium to large effect), squat (p &lt; 0.001; Hedges'g = 1.36, large effect), and deadlift tests (p &lt; 0.001;r = 0.79, large effect) and completed a greater number of repetitions in the 8MTT (p &lt; 0.001;r = 0.87, large effect) under VE. Perceived exertion was found to be lower under normal conditions (p &lt; 0.05;r = 0.29, small effect), yet physical activity enjoyment significantly increased under VE (p &lt; 0.05;r = 0.81, large effect).DiscussionIn conclusion, implementing teacher VE in sports science education can contribute to improved strength and endurance training outcomes and student psychophysiological response.
Incompetence of Vector Capacity of Rhipicephalus bursa to Transmit Babesia aktasi following Feeding on Clinically Infected Goat with High Level of Parasitemia
Authors: Ulucesme Mehmet Can , Ozubek Sezayi , Aktas Munir 
Published: July 2024

A recent molecular survey revealed a high prevalence of Babesia aktasi in indigenous goats from the Mediterranean region of Türkiye, coinciding with heavy Rhipicephalus bursa infestations. This geographical overlap has raised the possibility that R. bursa may serve as a vector for the parasite. To evaluate the potential of R. bursa to serve as a vector for the parasite, an experimental study was conducted in indigenous goats. An immune-suppressed donor goat was intravenously injected with 15 mL of the cryopreserved B. aktasi stabilate, resulting in severe clinical babesiosis and parasitemia. Subsequently, R. bursa larvae and adults derived from Babesia-free laboratory colonies were allowed to feed on the infected donor goat. After oviposition, engorged female carcasses, representative engorged nymphs, unfed larvae, and adult pools were used for DNA extraction and PCR analysis. No PCR positivity was detected in any of the DNA samples, except for those with engorged female carcasses and nymphs. Three immune-suppressed recipient goats were infested with the unfed immature and mature ticks consuming the blood of a donor infected with B. aktasi. No clinical or parasitological findings were encountered in the recipient for 40 days post-infestation. These findings indicated that R. bursa was not a competent vector for B. aktasi.
Combining Gut Microbiota Modulation and Enzymatic-Triggered Colonic Delivery by Prebiotic Nanoparticles Improves Mouse Colitis Therapy
Authors: Li Hui , Cheng Yu , Cui Luwen , Yang Zizhen , Wang Jingyi , Zhang Zixuan , Chen Kaiwei , Zhao Cheng , He Ningning , Li Shangyong 
Published: July 2024

The efficacy of ulcerative colitis (UC) therapy is closely connected to the composition of gut microbiota in the gastrointestinal tract. Prebiotic-based nanoparticles (NPs) provide a more precise approach to alleviate UC via modulating gut microbiota dysbiosis. The present study develops an efficient prebiotic-based colon-targeted drug delivery system (PCDDS) by using prebiotic pectin (Pcn) and chitosan (Csn) polysaccharides as a prebiotic shell, with the anti-inflammatory drug sulfasalazine (SAS) loaded into a poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) core to construct SAS@PLGA-Csn-Pcn NPs. Then, we examine its characterization, cellular uptake, and in vivo therapeutic efficacy. The results of our study indicate that the Pcn/Csn shell confers efficient pH-sensitivity properties. The gut microbiota-secreted pectinase serves as the trigger agent for Pcn/Csn shell degradation, and the resulting Pcn oligosaccharides possess a substantial prebiotic property. Meanwhile, the formed PCDDSs exhibit robust biodistribution and accumulation in the colon tissue, rapid cellular uptake, efficient in vivo therapeutic efficacy, and modulation of gut microbiota dysbiosis in a mouse colitis model. Collectively, our synthetic PCDDSs demonstrate a promising and synergistic strategy for UC therapy.
Enhancing Student’s Public Speaking Skills: Evaluating the PIPA Model for Effective Communicative Speech
Authors: Rahayu Pipit , Eripuddin Eripuddin , Ramadani Nia 
Published: July 2024

Assessing public speaking abilities is crucial in contexts such as the Puteri Indonesia Contest, where effective communication is key. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected from video documentation. The population of the research is 20 students. The sample of the research is 10 students who take the data from 10 contestants from Puteri’s Indonesia Speech. The data were analyzed and obtained from 3 raters through the PIPA Persuasive Informative Presentation Assessment) Model. It consisted of organization, supporting materials, content, articulation, nonverbal communication, and visual aid. The result shows that one speech of the contestants was categorized in Advanced level in in nonverbal communication and articulation. Then, supporting materials, and content reached a proficient level. Lastly, there was no visual aids available during the grand final speech competition, they only got a minimal level of visual aids. Thus, visual aid is the weaknesses of PIPA model in the speech of the contestants. It was suggested to investigate for the next research.
Effect of organic fertilization on fatty acid production and antidiabetic activity of Portulaca oleracea L.
Authors: Vera-Contreras Joselyn , Fuentealba Veronica , Pinto-Morales Fernando , Paz Jofré María , Rodriguez Patricia , Rojas Cristian , Vergara-Retamales Rosa , Betancur Matías , Pinto-Poblete Andrés , Rivas Yessica 
Published: July 2024

Portulaca oleracea L., commonly known as purslane, is a plant consumed in Europe, Asia and Africa, with nutraceutical compounds and essential fatty acids whose content exceeds that of vegetables such as spinach and lettuce. On the other hand, organic fertilization improves the physical-chemical characteristics of the soil and thus promotes growth, physiology and secondary metabolism, improving the chemical composition of the plant. In order to evaluate the effect of organic fertilization on fatty acid content and anti-diabetic activity (α-Glucosidase), greenhouse-grown plants were subjected to three treatments: control without additional fertilizers, with compost and vermicompost. The results indicated that vermicompost significantly increased oleic and linoleic acid content. However, palmitic acid content decreased, although other saturated fatty acids such as lauric, myristic and stearic acids did not show variations in the different treatments. Of the polyunsaturated essential fatty acids, linolenic acid (omega-3) increased in the control treatment. On the other hand, the enzyme α-Glucosidase did not show differences in the different fertilization treatments. However, its high percentage of inhibition (60 %) positions it as a species with high antidiabetic potential.
Guía Educativa Para La Formación Ambiental, Social Y Científica De La Región Pacífica Colombiana
Authors: Gutiérrez González Erwin 
Published: July 2024

En la presente investigación se recopilan datos acordes para el evento mundial de biodiversidad a llevarse a cabo en la ciudad de Santiago de Cali en Colombia, especialmente para todos los interesados en participar en la COP16 y otros programas ambientales, se han seleccionado informaciones del tema región pacífica colombiana y así tener un material base, elaborado desde distintos portales web informativos y una vez se clasifican tendremos una guía que nos ayuda en comprensión de temas a exponerse en el evento, desde las acciones de vida que se presentan en esta zona del mundo, se recopilan datos de información con soportes de tipo científico y social para poder entender la idiosincrasia de una zona que está adscrita a un país caracterizado como pluri étnico y multicultural, pero que aun estando en vía de desarrollo, así su inversión estatal en investigación científica sea bajo respecto a otras necesidades de rápida solución social, sin embargo se aporta en este campo del saber desde sus diferentes ministerios gubernamentales, con propuestas de solución acorde al contexto que se vive y especialmente en los retos de tipo ambiental ante un mundo en crisis.
Commercial techniques to improve customer service
Authors: Menéndez Ledesma María José , Romo Álvarez Magaly de Jesús 
Published: July 2024

The advance of digital platforms has transformed the shopping process, making it more accessible and practical. In this study, we seek to understand the preferences of customers of commercial premises of Malecón 2000 in the city of Guayaquil, both in their face-to-face and online shopping. The sample focused on customers between 20 and 40 years old, using a descriptive research with a quantitative approach through surveys in Google Forms. The studies surveyed highlight different aspects of customer service and commercial techniques, while the results obtained underline the importance of direct interaction with merchants. They also highlight the need to improve product diversity and the online shopping experience to maintain market relevance in an increasingly competitive retail environment.
IMPLEMENTASI WEWENANG SATUAN POLISI PAMONG PRAJA (SATPOL PP) DALAM PENEGAKAN PERATURAN DAERAH DI KOTA SURABAYA
Authors: AL QINDI ALIF ERFIAN 
Published: July 2024

Implementasi wewenang yang mengatur tentang satuan polisi pamong praja (satpol PP) dalam menegakkan peraturan kota surabaya bisa menjadi alternatif pemerintah daerah untuk mengatur warganya terutama di kota surabaya, dalam implementasi wewenang perda dilapangan ada beberapa faktor penghambat dalam menegakkan peraturan di kota surabaya salah satunya kesadaran masyarakat dan kualitas SDM yang ada di lapangan. Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui seberapa jauh dan sukses implementasi kebijakan dalam mengatur warganya melalui satpol pp kota surabaya. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengimplementasian wewenang satpol pp di kota surabaya masih belum sempurna, hal ini di ukur dari teori edward III dalam dimensi komunikasi, sumber daya, disposisi, dan struktur birokrasi, dalam ke empat dimensi tersebut tiga diantaranya memiliki implementasi cukup baik.
Modeling Ionized Gas in the Small Magellanic Cloud: The Wolf–Rayet Nebula N76
Authors: Tarantino Elizabeth , Bolatto Alberto D. , Indebetouw Rémy , Rubio Mónica , Sandstrom Karin M. , Smith J.-D T. , Stapleton Daniel , Wolfire Mark 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
We present Cloudy modeling of infrared emission lines in the Wolf–Rayet (WR) nebula N76 caused by one of the most luminous and hottest WR stars in the low metallicity Small Magellanic Cloud. We use spatially resolved mid-infrared Spitzer/InfRared Spectrograph and far-infrared Herschel/PACS spectroscopy to establish the physical conditions of the ionized gas. The spatially resolved distribution of the emission allows us to constrain properties much more accurately than using spatially integrated quantities. We construct models with a range of constant hydrogen densities between nH = 4–10 cm−3 and a stellar wind-blown cavity of 10 pc, which reproduces the intensity and shape of most ionized gas emission lines, including the high ionization lines [O iv] and [Ne v], as well as [S iii], [S iv], [O iii], and [Ne iii]. Our models suggest that the majority of [Si ii] emission (91%) is produced at the edge of the H ii region around the transition between ionized and atomic gas while very little of the [C ii] (<5%) is associated with the ionized gas. The physical conditions of N76 are characterized by a hot HII region with a maximum electron temperature of T

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