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Unveiling the avian community structure, habitat preference, and conservation concerns in the sal forest of central bangladesh
Authors: Jaman Mohammad Firoj , Shome Ashikur Rahman , Alam Md Mahabub , Mia Tanvir , Ilma Umme Habiba , Tareq Mehedi Hasan , Rabbe Md Fazle 
Published: April 2024

A study on avifaunal diversity was conducted in Bhawal National Park, Gazipur, Bangladesh, from November 2020 to October 2021 using direct field observation. The study area was divided into five sites based on the habitat structure. A total of 138 bird species and 1,808 individuals were directly counted, representing 17 orders and 49 families. The order Passeriformes and the family Cuculidae had the highest number of species. During the winter season, the richness, abundance, and diversity was the maximum (116 species, 1132 individuals, H= 4.151, Ds= 0.976), with resident bird surpassing migratory species. Among the five study sites, the deep forest area exhibited the greatest number of bird species (75 species, H= 3.983, Ds= 0.975) and trees were the used microhabitat for the birds (101 species, 1521 individuals, H= 4.1, Ds= 0.977). Jungle Babbler (Turdoides striata) had the maximum relative abundance and the ten most abundant species constituted 36.7% of total individuals. A total of 25 habitat generalist species was observed using more than one habitat during the study, while the rest were found in single habitat. Among all the bird species, 136 were Least Concern, one was Near Threatened, and one was Data Deficient. Based on the observation status, it was determined that the majority of bird species (97 species, 70.28%) were classified as few, while 25 species (18.11%) were as uncommon, 12 species (8.69%) as common, and 4 species (2.89%) as very common. The area was noted for its widespread use for recreational activities, and the disturbance caused by visitors lacking awareness poses a significant threat to the local bird population and biodiversity.
Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 33(1): 1-21, 2024 (January)
Assistência a adolescentes em ambulatório escolar à luz da Teoria de Jean Watson
Authors: Castilhos Lara , Gelbcke Francine Lima , Souza Ana Izabel Jatobá de , Viecili Josieli Biscayno , Anders Jane Cristina , Nardi Mariá Barbalho , Bertoncello Kátia Cilene Godinho 
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Relatar experiência de atendimento a adolescentes no ambulatório de enfermagem de um Instituto Federal de Santa Catarina baseado no modelo de cuidado transpessoal de Jean Watson. Método: consiste em um relato de experiência. O período da experiência vivenciada pela primeira pesquisadora, se deu durante o segundo semestre de 2023. O contexto do estudo possui 370 estudantes matriculados no ensino médio, na faixa etária entre 15 a 17 anos, que permanecem na instituição em regime integral de segunda a sexta-feira. A experiência foi desenvolvida em duas etapas: na primeira, a construção do modelo foi pautado no Clinical Caritas Process desenvolvido por Watson, com base nas principais queixas apresentadas pelos adolescentes e a aplicação do modelo de cuidados pela enfermeira durante os atendimentos prestados aos adolescentes no ambulatório de enfermagem. Resultados: O modelo de cuidados foi implementado durante a consulta de enfermagem, em aproximadamente 78 adolescentes que se enquadraram nos problemas de saúde elencados, o qual proporcionou uma abordagem sistematizada, atendendo as necessidades de saúde, além de direcionamento do profissional quanto às orientações prestadas para minimizar os problemas de saúde relatados, assim como o encaminhamento dos adolescentes para serviço de apoio psicológico e psiquiátrico. Considerações finais: A aplicação do modelo de cuidado visa a integralidade e o bem-estar dos adolescentes atendidos, promovendo um cuidado humanizado e sistematização dos atendimentos e direcionamento dos enfermeiros quanto às orientações e encaminhamento psicossocial.
A humanização da assistência em unidades de terapia intensiva
Authors: Agra Ary Wittor Freire Miranda Angelim , Bezerra Filho Cristhiano Charles de Castro , Silva João Paulo Xavier 
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: Refletir sobre o beneficiamento da humanização da assistência em enfermagem na UTI. Método: Revisão integrativa da literatura, um estudo bibliográfico, realizada no período de agosto de 2023 a fevereiro de 2024, nas bases de dados da Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde e na Biblioteca da SCIELO, após filtragem com texto completo, nos últimos 8 anos, 2017 a 2024, e em inglês e português e, depois da análise sistemática dos artigos, foram selecionadas 15 produções cientificas que corroboravam com o objetivo do estudo. Resultados: O processo analítico dos dados trouxe resultado importante, como a significância da compreensão da importância da confluência da íntima relação profissional-paciente que, ao ser devidamente efetivada, confirma as diretrizes normatizadas pela Política Nacional de Humanização: contato físico; educação em saúde; comunicação empática, acolhedora e isolada de hierarquização; aceitação de anseios e medo não somente dos pacientes, como de seus familiares; viabilização da integração familiar dos pacientes; assistências individualizadas às necessidades específicas dos pacientes; promoção da maximização possível de conforto; além de, sobretudo, humanização individual do profissional. Conclusões: Portanto, podemos dizer que a humanização é uma ferramenta importante na prática cotidiana da enfermagem, possibilitando acolhimento, comunicação, aceitação do tratamento, segurança do paciente contribuindo para uma assistência eficiente e de qualidade nos ambientes de Unidades de Terapia Intensiva.
Water productivity at two sowing dates of simple white grain maize hybrids
Authors: Pérez-López Lorenzo , Algentel-Martínez Leandris , Peñuelas-Rubio Ofelda , Cervantes-Ortiz Francisco , Andrio Enriquez Enrique , Aguirre-Mancilla Cesar Leobardo , González Aguilera Jorge , Leyva Ponce José Aurelio , García Urías Julio César , Garatuza-Payán Jaime 
Published: April 2024

In Mexico, maize stands out for its economic, food and cultural importance. Since ancient times, attempts have been made to increase maize grain yields with different alternatives, including hybridization. Currently, maize hybridization offers great advantages since from the first simple hybrids it is possible to evaluate important variables such as water productivity. The present work was carried out under field conditions in southern Sonora, in two sowing seasons: December 2022- May 2023 (SD 1) and April-August 2023 (SD 2). The research aimed to evaluate the effect of two sowing dates (SD) on phenology, water requirements, water productivity and grain yield. Three single white grain hybrids (L5 X L7; L1 X L2; L2 X L7) obtained from a dialelic design were evaluated. Phenophase occurrence time, irrigation time and interval, total water volume, evapotranspiration, grain yield and water productivity were the evaluated variables. The results showed that in SD 2 significantly reduced the time of occurrence of phenophases in all hybrids due to the effect of temperature. Irrigation time was significantly shorter in SD 2 compared to SD 1. Similarly, the irrigation interval decreased in SD 2 compared to SD 1 with a significant increase in the irrigation lamina. It was necessary to apply two more irrigations to achieve grain filling. Water productivity showed highly significant differences between hybrids and between sowing dates. The simple hybrid L5 X L7 showed better agronomic performance on both sowing dates, demonstrating tolerance to the increase in temperature on SD 2.
Pengembangan Media Diorama Koca (Kotak Kaca) Materi Perubahan Cuaca Kualitas Media Kelas III
Authors: Basir Latifah Nur , Asmarani Ratih , Faizi Ahmad 
Published: April 2024

Pembelajaran sebagai strategi untuk melanjutkan pendidikan. Dimana tujuan pembelajaran setiap mata pelajaran dan jenjang kelas di sekolah dasar membutuhkan sumber belajar yang berbeda. Pada masa perkembangan saat ini, guru harus dapat mengakses teknologi terkini agar peserta didik mudah memahami materi. Oleh karena itu sangat penting untuk memiliki media agar dapat menjadikan siswa yang menguasai materi dan antusias terhadap lamanya proses pembelajaran. Tujuan penelitian ini ialah mengembangkan sebuah bahan ajar diorama koca (kotak kaca) untuk siswa kelas III di Sekolah Dasar. Dalam rangka meningkatkan pemahaman siswa kelas III Kosep Dasar IPA, penelitian ini juga bertujuan untuk memahami kualitas media diorama Koca (Kotak Kaca) yang digunakan pada materi Perubahan Cuaca. Dengan menggunakan paradigma ADDIE yang berkembang secara sistematis, penelitian ini menggunakan research and development (R&D). Dengan model ADDIE yang telah dimodifikas, kebutuhan partisipan dipenuhi melalui tahapan analisis, desain, pengembangan, implementasi, dan evaluasi. Dalam penelitian ini subjek penelitiannya adalah peserta didik kelas 3 pada tahun pelajaran 2022â€“2023. Dengan menggunakan teknik validasi lembar angket, validasi data media dan validasi data materi bahan untuk menentukan kualitas dengan menggunakan persentase hasil validasi. Kualitas media dengan menggunakan rasio hasil validasi media dan hasil penerimaan dari implementasi media. Kualitas media untuk pendidikan memiliki nilai 94,1% dengan kategori sangat valid, dan boleh digunakan tanpa perbaikan. Dari sini dapat disimpulkan bahwa materi pendidikan yang digunakan secara luas memenuhi standar validitas yang tinggi, dan dapat digunakan tanpa perbaikan.
Isolation of mucosa-associated microbiota dysbiosis in the ascending colon in hepatitis C virus post-sustained virologic response cirrhotic patients
Authors: Midori Yohei , Nosaka Takuto , Hiramatsu Katsushi , Akazawa Yu , Tanaka Tomoko , Takahashi Kazuto , Naito Tatsushi , Matsuda Hidetaka , Ohtani Masahiro , Nakamoto Yasunari 
Published: April 2024

BackgroundAchieving sustained virologic response (SVR) in patients infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV) reduces all-cause mortality. However, the mechanisms and risk factors for liver fibrosis and portal hypertension post-SVR remain incompletely understood. In the gut-liver axis, mucosa-associated microbiota (MAM) substantially influence immune and metabolic functions, displaying spatial heterogeneity at the anatomical intestinal site. We analyzed MAM composition and function to isolate the locoregional MAM involved in chronic liver disease progression in HCV post-SVR patients.MethodsWe collected MAM samples from three intestinal sites (terminal ileum, ascending colon, and sigmoid colon) via brushing during colonoscopy in 23 HCV post-SVR patients and 25 individuals without liver disease (controls). The 16S rRNA of bacterial DNA in specimens collected with a brush and in feces was sequenced. The molecular expression of intestinal tissues and hepatic tissues were evaluated by quantitative real-time PCR.ResultsIn the post-SVR group, the microbial β-diversity of MAM, especially in the ascending colon, differed from the control group and was associated with liver fibrosis progression. In PICRUSt analysis, MAM in the ascending colon in the liver cirrhosis (LC) group showed compromised functions associated with the intestinal barrier and bile acid production, and FGF19 expression was markedly decreased in the terminal ileum biopsy tissue in the LC group. At the genus level, six short-chain fatty acid (SCFA)-producing bacterial genera, Blautia, Alistipes, Roseburia, Agathobaculum, Dorea, and Pseudoflavonifractor were reduced in the ascending colon of post-SVR LC patients.ConclusionIn patients of HCV post-SVR, we identified the association between the degree of liver fibrosis and dysbiosis of mucosa-associated SCFA-producing bacterial genera that may be related to intestinal barrier and bile acid production in the ascending colon.
Mental health in times of pandemic from the perspective of professors and students
Authors: Campos Juliana Alvares Duarte Bonini , Campos Lucas Arrais , Azevedo Maria Antonia Ramos , Martins Bianca Gonzalez , Silva Bianca Núbia Souza , Marôco João 
Published: April 2024

IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic brought profound societal changes and disruptions, including in the education system, which underwent swift modifications. It presented unique challenges for both professors and students, contributing to an increase in the prevalence of mental health-related symptoms.ObjectiveTo determine the prevalence of mental health disorders symptoms, coping strategies, and concerns among students (≥18 years) and professors at different times during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsThis was an online cross-sectional study (Student: N = 6,609; Phase 1 = 3,325; Phase 2 = 1,402; Phase 3 = 1,882; Professor: N = 9,096; Phase 1 = 3,924; Phase 2 = 2,223; Phase 3 = 2,949). Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21), Impact of Event Scale-revised (IES-R), and BriefCOPE inventory were used. The probability of presenting the symptoms was calculated by multiple logistic regression and odds ratio (OR).ResultsThe prevalence of depression, anxiety, stress, and distress symptoms among students and professors was high (≥59.5% and ≥ 33.5%, respectively). Students, women, and those diagnosed with a mental disorder were more likely to have symptoms or distress. In the face of the pandemic, professors used more adaptive coping strategies than students. Health was the focus of professors’ concerns, while for students, future and labor market uncertainty were concerns derived from the health core.ConclusionThe results point to the need to strengthen psychosocial support for both professors and students.
Online or face-to-face problem-based learning tutorials? Comparing perceptions and preferences of students and tutors
Authors: Atwa Hani Salem , Nasr El-Din Wael Amin , Kumar Archana Prabu , Potu Bhagath Kumar , Tayem Yasin Ibrahim , Al-Ansari Ahmed Mohamed , Deifalla Abdelhalim Salem , Shehata Mohamed Hany 
Published: April 2024

IntroductionProblem-based learning (PBL) tutorials are recognized as an effective strategy for building clinical and research skills in modern-day medical education. Despite the wide adoption of this instructional strategy, worldwide research findings reported noticeable differences in the perceptions towards online versus face-to-face modes of PBL conduction among students and their tutors.MethodsThis cross-sectional analytical study was conducted at the College of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Arabian Gulf University (CMMS-AGU), Kingdom of Bahrain, during the academic year 2022-2023. The study examined the differences in perceptions and preferences among students and tutors regarding online and face-to-face modes of PBL tutorials. The study also compared the performance of 3rdand 4thyear medical students who were exposed to PBL tutorials through both modes.ResultsThe performance of students in tutorials in both modes revealed no statistically significant difference. The study found that tutors reported more positive perception toward the face-to-face mode compared to the online mode of conducting PBL tutorials than students, while students reported more positive perception toward the online mode compared to the face-to-face mode of conducting PBL tutorials than tutors. Several advantages and challenges of both modes were recounted by the students and tutors.ConclusionOur study concludes that students were in favor of the online mode of conducting PBL sessions, while tutors were in favor of the face-to-face mode. Comparable performance of students in PBL tutorials implies that the online mode of conducting PBL tutorials might be as effective as the face-to-face mode for meeting teaching objectives and students’ learning outcomes. The difference between perceptions of students and faculty can be attributed to multiple factors including generation difference, previous experiences, and digital literacy. It is recommended that faculty receive proper training for effectively adopting online modes of learning.
Elevated sperm DNA fragmentation is correlated with an increased chromosomal aneuploidy rate of miscarried conceptus in women of advanced age undergoing fresh embryo transfer cycle
Authors: Fu Wanting , Cui Qiuying , Bu Zhiqin , Shi Hao , Yang Qingling , Hu Linli 
Published: April 2024

BackgroundMale sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) may be associated with assisted reproductive technology (ART) outcomes, but the impact of SDF on the occurrence of aneuploid-related miscarriage remains controversial.MethodsGenome-wide single-nucleotide polymorphism-based chromosomal microarray analysis was performed on 495 miscarried chorionic villus samples undergone IVF/ICSI treatment from the Reproductive Medicine Center of the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University. SDF was assessed using sperm chromatin structure assay. Patients were divided into four groups according to embryo transfer cycle type and maternal age, and the correlation between SDF and chromosome aberration was analyzed. A receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was utilized to find the optimal threshold.ResultsTotal chromosomal aneuploidy rate was 54.95%, and trisomy was the most common abnormality (71.32%). The chromosomally abnormal group had higher SDF than the normal group (11.42% [6.82%, 16.54%] vs. 12.95% [9.61%, 20.58%], P = 0.032). After grouping, elevated SDF was significantly correlated with an increasing chromosome aneuploidy rate only in women of advanced age who underwent fresh embryo transfer (adjusted odds ratio:1.14 [1.00–1.29], adjusted-P = 0.045). The receiver operating characteristic curve showed that SDF can predict the occurrence of chromosomal abnormality of miscarried conceptus in this group ((area under the curve = 0.76 [0.60–0.91], P = 0.005), and 8.5% was the optimum threshold. When SDF was ≥ 8.5%, the risk of such patients increased by 5.76 times (adjusted odds ratio: 6.76 [1.20–37.99], adjusted-P = 0.030).ConclusionFor women of advanced maternal age undergoing fresh embryo transfer, older oocytes fertilized using sperm with high SDF in IVF/ICSI treatment might increase the risk of chromosomal abnormality in miscarried conceptus.
Free triiodothyronine to free thyroxine ratio as a marker of poor prognosis in euthyroid patients with acute coronary syndrome and diabetes after percutaneous coronary intervention
Authors: Wang Shen , Wang Yue , Sun Shuaifeng , Li Fadong , Zhao Wenxin , Li Xinjian , Ye Maomao , Niu Yufei , Wu Xiaofan 
Published: April 2024

ObjectivesIn recent years, the free triiodothyronine/free thyroxine (FT3/FT4) ratio, a new comprehensive index for evaluating thyroid function, which could reflect thyroid function more stably and truly than serum thyroid hormone level, has been demonstrated to correlate with the risks of diabetes and cardiovascular disease in euthyroid adults. However, the correlation between thyroid hormone sensitivity and long-term prognosis in euthyroid patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and diabetes after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) remains unclear.MethodsA total of 1,786 euthyroid patients with ACS who successfully underwent PCI at Beijing Anzhen Hospital from August 2021 to April 2022 were included in our study, which was divided into three groups according to tertiles of thyroid hormone sensitivity index. Cox regression, Kaplan–Meier, and receiver operating characteristic analyses were applied to analyze the associations between the FT3/FT4 ratio with ACS and diabetes after PCI.ResultsOur analysis indicated that a lower level of FT3/FT4 ratio in euthyroid patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and diabetes after PCI showed significantly higher incidences of major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events (MACCE) when compared with a higher level of FT3/FT4 ratio. After adjusting for other covariates, patients with a lower level of FT3/FT4 ratio were negatively associated with the risk of MACCE than those with a higher level of FT3/FT4 ratio (adjusted OR =1.61, 95% CI 1.05–2.47, P = 0.028). In subgroup analyses, individuals were stratified by age, sex, BMI, ACS type, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, showing that there were no significant interactions between the FT3/FT4 ratio and all subgroups for MACCE. In addition, the FT3/FT4 ratio performed better on ROC analyses for cardiac death prediction [area under the curve (AUC), 0.738].ConclusionA reduced level of FT3/FT4 ratio was a potential marker of poor prognosis in euthyroid patients with ACS and diabetes after PCI.
Bi-isotype immunoglobulins enhance antibody-mediated neutrophil activity against Plasmodium falciparum parasites
Authors: Ogwang Rodney , Murugu Lewis , Nkumama Irene N. , Nyamako Lydia , Kai Oscar , Mwai Kennedy , Murungi Linda , Idro Richard , Bejon Philip , Tuju James , Kinyanjui Sam Muchina , Osier Faith H. A. 
Published: April 2024

BackgroundMalaria remains a major global health priority, and monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are emerging as potential new tools to support efforts to control the disease. Recent data suggest that Fc-dependent mechanisms of immunity are important mediators of protection against the blood stages of the infection, but few studies have investigated this in the context of mAbs. We aimed to isolate mAbs agnostic to cognate antigens that target whole merozoites and simultaneously induce potent neutrophil activity measured by the level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) production using an antibody-dependent respiratory burst (ADRB) assay.MethodsWe used samples from semi-immune adults living in coastal Kenya to isolate mAbs that induce merozoite-specific ADRB activity. We then tested whether modifying the expressed IgG1 isotype to an IgG–IgA Fc region chimera would enhance the level of ADRB activity.ResultsWe isolated a panel of nine mAbs with specificity to whole merozoites. mAb J31 induced ADRB activity in a dose-dependent fashion. Compared to IgG1, our modified antibody IgG–IgA bi-isotype induced higher ADRB activity across all concentrations tested. Further, we observed a negative hook effect at high IgG1 mAb concentrations (i.e., &gt;200 µg/mL), but this was reversed by Fc modification. We identified MSP3.5 as the potential cognate target of mAb J31.ConclusionsWe demonstrate an approach to engineer mAbs with enhanced ADRB potency against blood-stage parasites.