bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Study on the Enhancement of Teaching Innovation Ability of Physical Education Teachers in Colleges and Universities in the Context of Specialization and Innovation Integration
Authors: Zhang Yuliang , Wang Tingting 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Incorporating specialization into innovation and entrepreneurship programs has proven to be an effective strategy for advancing this education in higher education institutions. This study firstly proposes the teaching mode of “integration of specialization and innovation” in sports colleges and universities, and on the basis of this, selects the evaluation indexes for the improvement of teaching innovation ability of physical education teachers, and prepares relevant questionnaires. Then, the weights of the indicators of the progress of teaching innovation ability were determined by the CRITIC method. The samples were evaluated and cluster analyzed for the improvement of the teaching innovation ability of physical education teachers. The study indicates that physical education teachers’ overall capacity for teaching innovation is moderate. While their teaching skills are highly developed, their innovation skills are generally lacking, with 75.94% of teachers receiving a medium or poor rating in innovation. Four categories emerged from the analysis: innovative, double-weak, teaching-focused, and teaching innovation. Notably, 66.31% of the teachers excelled either in teaching enhancement or innovation. In addition, physical education teachers’ teaching innovation ability enhancement = 0.452 + 0.258*professional ability + 0.206*teaching environment + 0.184*professionalism + 0.156*professional knowledge. The study is conducive to fully utilizing the potential of physical education teachers and enhancing their teaching innovation ability in colleges and universities.
Influence of Fermentation and Roasting on the Amino Acid Profile of Infant Food Created from Mixtures of Sorghum and Soybean
Authors: Msheliza Esther Anjikwi , Umar Abdulkadir Rukayyatu , Zongoro Anisah Jacks , Hussein Jelili Babatunde 
Published: May 2024

Summary
This study examined how fermentation and roasting alter the amino acid profile of infant food created from mixtures of sorghum and soybean. Sorghum and soybean were fermented, roasted and both fermented and roasted before milling into flours. Untreated sorghum and soybean flours were also produced to serve as the control. Except for the control samples, each blend had 5% malted sorghum flour added. Weaning foods were prepared with these blends, and their amino acid profiles were determined. The contents of essential amino acids, including histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine, ranged from 2.03 to 2.48 g/100g, 3.39 to 5.22 g/100g, 8.16 to 11.21 g/100g, 4.18 to 6.38 g/100g, 1.45 to 2.41 g/100g, 4.22 to 6.34 g/100g, 3.41 to 5.86 g/100g, 2.98 to 4.30 g/100g, and 4.01 to 6.33 g/100g, respectively. The contents of non-essential amino acids, including alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, cystine, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, and serine, varied between 3.31-6.13 g/100g, 4.93-7.32 g/100g, 10.23-14.33 g/100g, 1.38-2.35 g/100g, 13.64-16.84 g/100g, 3.99-6.35 g/100g, 3.59-5.34 g/100g, and 2.94-4.88 g/100g, respectively. The fermentation and roasting processes were found to significantly enhance the amino acid content of weaning foods with inconsistent effects. Therefore, optimizing these conditions is recommended for weaning blends to maximize health and nutritional benefits for infants and young children.
Impact of the Sudden Ban on Chemical Fertilizers and Other Agrochemicals on Smallholder Tea Production in the Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka
Authors: Nadeeka Kumari Punchi Hewage , Pushpa Malkanthi Sudu Hakuruge 
Published: May 2024

Summary
In April 2021, the government of Sri Lanka abruptly banned chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals in a bid to safeguard the country’s agricultural industry, particularly its farmers and consumers, from various health and environmental concerns. Therefore, it is critical to assess the impact of prohibiting chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals on the smallholder tea production in the country. Additionally, understanding the smallholders’ awareness of agrochemicals and their attitudes toward transitioning to organic farming is essential, as these factors hold significant importance for various aspects of the economy. The Ratnapura district was selected as the research area, owing to its extensive tea cultivation across numerous Divisional Secretary (DS) divisions. For this study, a sample of 120 tea smallholders was randomly chosen from three DS divisions (Balangoda, Opanayaka, Imbulpe), representing the entire district, who supply green leaves to the ABC tea factory in Balangoda. Research data were collected through a field survey conducted between September and November 2022. Descriptive statistics and paired t-tests were employed for data analysis. Additionally, the costs incurred for chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals, the total cost of production, as well as tea production before and after the implementation of the fertilizer policy, were analyzed using paired t-tests. The results obtained indicate that the majority of tea smallholders possess a high level of education, with most owning tea lands ranging from 0.5 to 1.0 acre. Furthermore, a vast majority of them demonstrate understanding of both the positive and negative aspects of agrochemicals. Notably, the analysis reveals a significant increase in the cost of chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals, as well as the total cost of production, following the implementation of the fertilizer policy. Conversely, tea production has shown a significant decrease. Moreover, farmers express willingness to transition gradually from conventional farming practices if suitable alternatives are available. However, they currently face a myriad of challenges due to the lack of effective alternatives for chemical fertilizers and agrochemicals. Consequently, there is a pressing need to identify and implement better alternatives to address their concerns.
Efficiency Of Agricultural Investments In The Republic Of Serbia
Authors: Milić Dragan , Jocić Bogdan , Novaković Tihomir , Novaković Dragana , Glavaš-Trbić Danica 
Published: May 2024

Summary
The research analyzes the efficiency of investments in the agricultural sector of the Republic of Serbia. The data used in the research were sourced from the Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia and the Directorate for Agrarian Payments. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, there was an increase in the efficiency of agricultural investments. The results point to a significant increase in investments per hectare compared to the previously analyzed period (1996-2005). The data were processed using standard statistical instruments of descriptive statistics. Additionally, regression analysis was employed to show the impact of investments on the gross value added in this sector. It was established that over the period from 2012 to 2021, the effect of investments on the gross value added in agriculture was not statistically significant.
Diagnosis of Soil Salinity in the Low-Chellif Plain, North-West Algeria, By Joint Measurements Of Electrical And Hydraulic Conductivities
Authors: Fettouch Dalila , Berkane Ibrahim , Boulenouar Houari , Gorine Mohamed , Benkhelifa Mohammed , Dos Santos Danilo Reinheimer 
Published: May 2024

Summary
Land use in arid and semi-arid regions is a serious challenge for sustainable production, owing not only to drought and climate change but also to water availability. Irrigated perimeters in these regions are subject to secondary salinization that negatively impacts soil quality and agricultural productivity. Monitoring and diagnosing the extent of soil contamination requires a more innovative approach to optimize rehabilitation of affected areas. In the present study, diagnosing of saline soil degradation is conducted by using two key indicators: electrical conductivity of saturated paste extract (ECe) and saturated hydraulic conductivity (HCs). The results of the study reveal that the value of ECe in 85% of the Lower Chellif Plain area (north-west Algeria) is ECe < 2 dS m−1, while 78% of the area is moderately permeable. These findings underscore high spatial variability in salinity distribution, indicating that the process of salinization has not yet reached a critical stage. Furthermore, it is concluded that ECe and HCs are appropriate indicators for diagnosing salinity of soil in relation to its structural and permeability characteristics.
Nursing students’ experiences with the “DiagNurse” mobile app to support clinical patient assessment – a pilot study
Authors: Ślusarska Barbara , Chrzan-Rodak Agnieszka , Jędrzejewska Aneta Bernadeta , Bieniak-Czerepak Monika , Mazurek Wiktoria , Waśkowicz Alicja , Nowicki Grzegorz Józef 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

Aim. This study aimed to investigate how nursing students utilised the “DiagNurse” mobile app to assess patient health conditions during their clinical apprenticeships.

Material and methods. This prospective, quasi-experimental post-test study included a convenience sample of 62 undergraduate nursing students. In the course of the work, they utilized paper-based measurement scales (first measurement) and the mobile app (second measurement) to assess patient health conditions during clinical practice. In total, 432 clinical condition assessments were performed on patients in the first measurement and 432 in the second measurement. Following the clinical assessment, two types of post-tests were employed to ascertain the usability of the mobile app: quantitative testing using the System Usability Scale and qualitative testing.

Results. The mean SUS score was 80.2 (SD 15.67). The majority of the students agreed that the utilisation of the mobile app to assess a patient’s health condition is faster (M=3.21) and more convenient (M=3.16) than the use of paper-based scales and questionnaires. On a 0–10 scale, the study participants rated it as “highly recommended” (M=8.03) for fellow nursing students or practicing nurses.

Conclusions. Although the “DiagNurse” mobile app was considered a suitable tool for learning clinical patient assessment, the students also proposed some improvements to the app’s design.
ALTA PROPORÇÃO DE DIABETES MELLITUS AUTO-REFERIDO EM INDIVIDUOS NEGROS NO RECÔNCAVO BAHIANO
Authors: Lima Macedo Alexandre , Mata Oliveira Ester , Mercês Silva Soares Hellen , Barbosa Fabrício da Silva Jônatas , Firme De Matos Ivana , Rene Barrientos Nava Juan , Tavares Junior Ivair , José Silva Oliveira Tiago , Farias de Oliveira Elenilda , Otto Barrientos Márcia 
Published: May 2024

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Introdução: O Diabetes Mellitus (DM) é uma síndrome metabólica caracterizada por hiperglicemia resultante de defeitos na secreção e/ou ação da insulina. Segundos dados, estimava-se que 171 milhões de pessoas seriam diabéticas no ano de 2000, entretanto, estima-se que até 2035 mais de 592 milhões de pessoas serão portadoras da doença. Dados de estudos anteriores mostram que o Diabete Mellitus (DM) tem maior prevalência em indivíduos negros em vulnerabilidade socioeconômica, e está intimamente relacionado com o estilo de vida, envolvendo fatores como: atividade física, alimentação saudável e balanceada. Considerada uma doença de alta prevalência, é importante conhecer a proporção de sua manifestação entre os indivíduos, para assim, poder promover a prevenção e controle da doença.
Objetivo: Identificar a proporção de Diabetes Mellitus Auto-Referido (DMAR) em indivíduos da população negra do Recôncavo Baiano.
Método: Estudo transversal, descritivo e quantitativo realizado na Clínica Escola da Faculdade Adventista da Bahia, aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética da Faculdade Adventista da Bahia, conforme CAAE 45556221.4.0000.0042. Participaram do estudo 296 sujeitos, que atenderam aos seguintes critérios de inclusão: ser naturais e/ou que residem no Recôncavo Baiano a pelo menos dois anos, maiores de 18 anos e que tenham assinado o TCLE. Na coleta de dados foi efetuado o preenchimento do questionário, que foi utilizado para a construção das variáveis, pergunta do questionário do módulo de fatores biológicos, que foi considerado o diagnóstico auto-referido de diabete, que o indivíduo participante relata ter o diagnóstico da doença. Os dados coletados, foram analisados no programa SPSS e apresentados em forma de frequência simples e percentual.
Resultados (esperados / parciais): Dentre os 296 sujeitos participantes desta pesquisa, foram identificados 18 indivíduos (6,1%) que referem diagnóstico de diabete. De acordo com levantamentos mais recentes, o Brasil é o 5.º país em incidência de diabetes no mundo, com 16,8 milhões doentes adultos (7,88%). Em comparação com dados nacionais, percebe-se que os resultados desta pesquisa estão em consonância com a proporção da doença em território nacional. Este estudo é de suma importância, uma vez que conhecer os indivíduos com doenças pré-existentes pode contribuir para a prevenção de outros agravos como alterações na visão, alterações renais, circulatórias, que podem ser decorrentes do diabete.
Descritores: Diabetes Mellitus; Saúde da População Negra; Prevenção.
Eixo temático: Ciências da Saúde.
Diagnostic significance of clay-like materials aspirated from thyroid nodules
Authors: Kanematsu Risa , Hirokawa Mitsuyoshi , Suzuki Ayana , Higuchi Miyoko , Miyauchi Akira , Akamizu Takashi 
Published: May 2024

Objective:
The simplest way to determine the adequacy of aspirated materials is the on-site gross visual assessment of aspirated materials. However, few studies have examined the gross findings of thyroid aspirates. This study aimed to clarify the diagnostic significance of clay-like material aspirated from thyroid nodules.

Material and Methods:
We reviewed 69,848 thyroid nodules that underwent aspiration cytology at Kuma Hospital between January 2007 and August 2021. Among them, 355 (0.5%) nodules with aspirated materials described as clay-like materials were retrospectively examined.

Results:
Among 355 nodules, 322 (90.7%) were categorized as cystic fluid or benign. The aspirated materials were mainly composed of non-epithelial components, including colloid or proteinaceous materials, foamy histiocytes, and degenerative red blood cells. In original ultrasound reports, the incidence of intermediate and high suspicion was 11.0%. Malignant cells were observed in 21 nodules (5.9%), one-third of which were papillary thyroid carcinomas. The materials aspirated from papillary and follicular thyroid carcinomas exhibited necrotic carcinoma cells derived from infarcted areas. The overall risk of malignancy was 3.9%. The risk of malignancy in nodules interpreted as highly suspicious on ultrasound examination was 37.5%.

Conclusion:
As clay-like materials aspirated from thyroid nodules were considered sufficient specimens, the recognition contributes to avoiding unnecessary second punctures. The presence of clay-like materials was indicative of the colloid and/or blood components of benign cystic lesions, or, more rarely, of infarcted carcinoma. The ultrasound examination results tended to overestimate nodules. We should reaffirm that on-site gross visual assessment of aspirated materials is a fast and reasonably accurate predictor of the on-site adequacy of the samples.
Correlation of Revenge Bedtime Procrastination with Academic Performance in Undergraduate Students of Medical Sciences: An Online Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Azwar Mina , Shafqat Anam , Fatima Mahnoor , Ijaz Farhat , Naseem Rahat , Aftab Rana Khurram 
Published: May 2024

Objectives:
Procrastination is the deliberate delay or postponement of tasks with an awareness of unfavorable results. Revenge bedtime procrastination refers to the choice of forgoing sleep in favor of leisure time due to a daily schedule devoid of adequate free time. The objective of this study was to determine the correlation between revenge bedtime procrastination and academic performance in undergraduate medical students.

Material and Methods:
The participants in this study were medical students from different institutes in Lahore. A total of 239 participants completed our online survey. Students previously diagnosed with sleep disorders were excluded from our sample. Our study, which centeredon exploring the correlation between bedtime procrastination as a retaliatory act and academic achievement, employed an online questionnaire containing the academic performance scale (APS) and bedtime procrastination scale (BPS) disseminated through Google Forms.

Results:
The findings demonstrated a negative correlation between delaying sleep for personal leisure time and academic achievement. The correlation coefficient (R) value between APS and BPS came out to be −0.324, and the P value was 0.01, which means that the relationship is statistically significant. The major demographics came out to age 15–20 years (72.4%) studying Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (87.2%) and Bachelor of Dentistry (10.9%), and the majority of them were in the 1st (37.6%) and 2nd year 51.9% of their degree.

Conclusion:
This study found a negative correlation between sleep procrastination and academic performance. Variables such as intelligence, motivation, and self-discipline were not considered in our study, and this gap can be filled by future research considering additional variables to gain a more comprehensive understanding of this complex phenomenon.
Advancing Palliative Care through Advanced Nursing Practice: A Rapid Review
Authors: Jounaidi Khaoula , Hamdoune Meryem , Daoudi Khadija , Barka Najwa , Gantare Abdellah 
Published: May 2024

Objectives:
This study addresses the growing demand for palliative care (PC) by exploring the role of advanced nursing practice (ANP) within the multidisciplinary team. The purpose is to outline the background of ANP in PC, its interest, training needs, and some recommendations for its establishment in the Moroccan healthcare system.

Materials and Methods:
A rapid review of relevant studies was carried out through databases following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses standards, edition (2020). The inclusion criteria focussed on studies published within the nursing domain between 2012 and 2022, with a preference for the English language.

Results:
Study selection allowed to obtain eight relevant studies. The studies agreed that ANP improves the quality of care provided. It has a major role to play in the multidisciplinary team by mobilising all the knowledge required to offer a complete range of care for patients with needs. Nevertheless, its implementation is fraught with challenges.

Conclusion:
ANP will be able to address the complexity of patient and family needs and serve as cost-effective medical care coordinators for patients and families with both chronic and life-limiting illnesses, to reduce suffering and improve the quality of living and dying across the lifespan. Advanced practice nurses execute assigned authorisations by mobilising the knowledge acquired through university training. The establishment of this cadre in the healthcare system is subject to many challenges that Morocco must anticipate.
O ENSINO DE ESTEREOISOMERIA NO NÍVEL MÉDIO UTILIZANDO O MÉTODO JIGSAW
Authors: Calixto Marcelo Max Borges , Barroso Marcia Teixeira , Fernandes Nedja Suely 
Published: May 2024

Para o estudo de estereoisômeros no nível médio, acredita-se que seja necessária a implementação de estratégias que facilitem o desenvolvimento de habilidades visuoespaciais e sociais cooperativas. Para tanto, uma Sequência Didática utilizando o método Jigsaw, foi desenvolvida para uma turma de 3º ano do ensino médio de uma escola pública da periferia de Fortaleza-CE. A aprendizagem cooperativa em seu método Jigsaw é uma metodologia ativa baseada na participação coletiva dos estudantes. Ela é aplicada geralmente para pequenos grupos, de forma a possibilitar o desenvolvimento cognitivo, através da troca de informações e de habilidades. Para coleta de dados qualitativos da pesquisa, foram aplicados: protocolo de observação, questionários e gravações de vídeos. A estratégia didática foi desenvolvida nas etapas de: atividade virtual sobre aprendizagem cooperativa e método Jigsaw; aplicação do método Jigsaw e construção de modelos moleculares; aplicação de questionário avaliativo. Também foram analisadas respostas provenientes de: uma avaliação pedagógica coletiva, questionários de processamento de grupo e de opiniões (escala Likert). Com a aplicação do método Jigsaw, percebeu-se que os alunos trabalharam de forma coletiva, solidária, colaborativa e ativa, interagindo e compartilhando suas ideias, desenvolvendo habilidades sociais e visuoespaciais a partir da construção de modelos moleculares, contribuindo significativamente para o processo de ensino e aprendizagem de conceitos básicos de estereoisomeria.
Application Strategy of Composite Steel Composite Beams in Bridge Design
Authors: Wang Shengtang 
Published: May 2024

The combined prefabricated steel-hybrid stacked girder structure is very common in modern bridge design. An actual bridge engineering design project is taken as an example in this paper to analyze the application strategy of this structure, encompassing overall design strategy, structural design strategy, and structural calculation strategy. The aim is to offer insights that can enhance the quality of bridge design.
EKSPERIMEN KEKUATAN MATERIAL KOMPOSIT SERAT PINANG DAN PELEPAH PISANG TERHADAP UJI IMPACT
Authors: Sidabutar Sadat NS , Maryanti Budha 
Published: May 2024

Serat pelepah pisang dan serat pinang merupakan serat alam yang bersumber dari batang pisang dan pinang. serat ini dapat digunakan dalam bidang industri, misalnya dalam pembuatan komposit. Komposit merupakan material yang terbuat dari dua atau lebih material yang terpisah dan berbeda untuk membentuk material tunggal. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kekuatan serat pinang dan pelepah pisang dengan menggunakan uji impact. Pembuatan komposit menggunakan metode hand lay-up yang terbuat dari serat pelepah pisang dan serat pinang dengan perendaman NaOH selama 1 jam, dan perbandingan fraksi volum resin dan katalis 88% (1% katalis) dan serat 11% pada setiap spesimen. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh, serat pelepah pisang memberikan pengaruh yang signifikan dibandingkan serat pinang dan tanpa serat dengan masing masing nilai impact 0,01048 joule /????????2 serat pelepah pisang, nilai impact pinang 0,00853 Joule/mm2 dan nilai tanpa serat dengan nilai 0,00804 Joule/????????2. Penempatan serat pada saat pembuatan spesimen secara baik/tidak terdapat celah yang tidak beraturan dapat mempengaruhi peningkatan kekuatan yang lebih baik dibandingkan penempatan serat yang memiliki celah/tidak rapat.