bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Monometallic ‘zinc oxide and copper oxide’ nanoparticles by ecofriendly synthesis for suppression of mastitis-causing bacteria via ξ potential
Authors: Mahmoud Sara M. , Kortam Laila E. , Barakat Olfat S. , Eid Rasha H. , Aref Noha E. 
Published: February 2024

Background
Metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) are extensively employed in biology and medicine because they may freely pass through organisms’ barriers. Monometallic zinc oxide (MM ZnO) and copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) by ecofriendly synthesis are safe, economical, and promising future alternatives as antimicrobial agents.

Objective
This study focused on the functioning zeta (ξ) potential (ZP) of (MM ZnO) and (CuO NPs) for suppression of mastitis-causing bacteria.

Materials and methods
Monometallic nanoparticles (MMNPs) were biosynthesized by Bacillus megaterium and characterized by UV-Vis spectra, SEM-EDS, TEM, particle size distribution, ZP, and particle concentrations calculated by ICP-AES. Then, the biocidal activity of MM ZnO and CuO NPs against some mastitis causing bacteria isolates was studied.

Results and conclusion
The obtained data reveal that the resulting cationic ZnO and anionic CuO are zero-dimensional (0-D) oval and spherical NPs with 5–17 and 10–34 nm in size, respectively. The IC50 of the biosynthesized ZnO and CuO NPs was 1717±33.7 μg/ml and 1493±42.52 μg/ml, respectively. The obtained results showed no cytotoxic effect of the MMNPs on somatic cells. Data suggested that a high dose of 100 μg/ml of cationic ZnO represents a highly significant effect (P<0.05) over anionic CuO for suppressing mastitis bacteria. The terminus point was in evaluating the toxicity of MMNPs by comet assay; the effects of the variation were based on the ZP and interactivity of layers carrying opposite charges. These findings elucidate that cationic ZnO NPs have advantages in targeting pathogenic bacteria because of enhanced delivery to the cells, which causes water dehydration and decreases the moisture required for bacterial viability and plasmolysis via ionic interactions.
Eumycetoma, a report of two rare cases
Authors: Tambe Swagata A , Jangid Kirti M , Wanare Manali S , Bhoite Ketki S 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Mycetoma is a chronic, slowly progressive, suppurative, granulomatous disease of the subcutaneous tissue characterized by a localized swelling with multiple sinuses discharging granules that are micro-colonies of the causative agents. Eumycotic mycetoma is caused by saprophytic fungi. It is responsible for considerable physical comorbidity, as many cases may require surgical interventions, including amputations. Facilities for tissue culture and sensitivity testing may not be available at resource poor settings, adding to the disease burden. Identification of organisms and appropriate therapy is essential for a successful treatment outcome. Here, we present two rare cases of eumycetoma caused by Aspergillus.
Trends of skin cancer incidence in Turkey: A hospital-based study
Authors: Katkat Çelik Esma , Baykal Selcuk Leyla , Ersöz Şafak , Aksu Arıca Deniz , Yaylı Savaş , Ferhatosmanoğlu Arzu 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background:
The incidence of skin cancers is increasing every year. The purpose of the study was to determine the change in the incidence of skin cancers and their subtypes over the years.

Materials and Methods:
A total of 1507 patients who applied to the Dermatology Clinic between January 1, 2010, and January 1, 2020, and were diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC), Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), and melanoma were included in the study. Sociodemographic characteristics of the patients, comorbidities, tumor type, tumor number, lesion size, lymph node or organ metastasis, number of recurrences, and number of previous surgeries were recorded.

Results:
A total of 1056 (52.4%) patients had BCC, 733 (36.4%) SCC, and 225 (11.2%) had melanoma. The mean age was 69.8 (±14.61) in females and 67.65 (±13.33) in males (P < 0.001) at the time of diagnosis. The highest rate of recurrence was detected in 39 patients (7.1%) and the earliest recurrence time (15.77 months (±14.24) was detected in SCC (P < 0.01, P = 0.01, respectively). The mean age of skin cancer was found to be significantly lower in those who had undergone organ transplantation and those who had autoimmune diseases (P = 0.004, P = 0.008, respectively). Also, organ metastases were more common (P = 0.005), and the mean tumor size was lower in patients with autoimmune diseases (P = 0.008).

Conclusion:
It was found that the frequency of SCC has increased and approached BCC over the years, and the frequency of malignant melanoma has been similar. Results support that more emphasis should be placed on skin cancer screening and prevention in high-risk groups.
Changes in the clinical and histopathological features of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers after COVID-19 lockdown period
Authors: Ferhatosmanoğlu Arzu , Selcuk Leyla Baykal , Ersöz Şafak , Çelik Esma Katkat , Keskin Faysal , Arıca Deniz Aksu 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Introduction:
Studies show that the number of skin cancers diagnosed and treated during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdown periods has decreased.

Objectives:
Comparing demographic and histopathological changes in skin cancer cases after the COVID-19 lockdown period with the prepandemic period.

Materials and Methods:
A retrospective observational study of skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma [BCC], squamous cell carcinoma [SCC], and malignant melanoma [MM]) diagnosed before the COVID-19 pandemic period (January 1, 2018–January 1, 2020) and after the COVID-19 pandemic period (June 1, 2022–January 1, 2023). A comparison was made between the two groups in terms of the duration of admission to the hospital, the tumor diameter at the time of admission, and the histopathological features of the tumor.

Results:
A total of 422 bcC, 257 SCC, and 67 MM cases were evaluated. After the COVID-19 pandemic period, the mean age at diagnosis was lower, and the mean time to diagnosis was shorter in BCC and SCC cases compared to the prepandemic period. There was no statistically significant difference in tumor thickness, tumor diameter, ulceration, lymphovascular invasion, or perineural invasion in nonmelanoma skin cancers before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Although there was no significant difference between melanoma cases in terms of age, gender, mean duration of diagnosis, location, and presence of ulceration or mitosis, the rate of in situ/invasive melanoma increased in the post-COVID period.

Conclusions:
This study may allow an assessment that the COVID-19 lockdown period does not have a negative impact on skin cancers. However, for a more accurate assessment, studies with a larger sample size and longer follow-up periods are needed.
Pressure Ulcer Preventive Measures Utilized and Its Perceived Effectiveness Among Nurses in Selected Hospitals in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Authors: Ehwarieme Timothy A. , Abiodun Oluwaseun O. , Josiah Uzezi 
Published: February 2024

Background: Pressure ulcers represent a largely preventable patient safety issue, serving as an indicator of nursing care quality and patient safety within healthcare settings. This study aimed to assess the utilization and effectiveness of pressure ulcer preventive measures among nurses in selected hospitals.
Materials and Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional survey involved 304 nurses purposefully selected from surgical wards/units in the chosen hospitals. A well-structured, pretested questionnaire with a reliability index of 0.842 was employed for data collection. Descriptive statistics, including mean, frequency, and percentage, were used for data analysis.
Results: Findings indicated that risk assessment (mean 3.67±0.56) was the most frequently used preventive measure, followed by skin repositioning every 2 hours (3.46±0.71), use of barrier creams (3.35±0.71), and the utilization of pressure-relieving devices such as air beds (3.33±0.75). Prophylactic sacral dressing (3.14±0.76) and massaging of bony prominences (3.17±0.86) were also commonly employed. The most effective measures were risk assessment (mean 2.66±0.5), repositioning every 2 hours (2.56±0.54), and skin assessment (2.54±0.54). Barriers to preventive measures included limited equipment (3.31±0.96), nursing shortages (3.12±0.77), lack of skill/training (3.09±0.85), and heavy workloads (3.14±0.82).
Conclusion And Recommendation: This study highlights that risk assessment was the most used and effective preventive measure among nurses. Challenges, such as the lack of training and heavy workloads, hindered utilization. Recommendations include regular updates on best practices for staff, especially new nurses, to bridge the theory-practice gap and promptly implement research findings.
Endophytic Fungi from Salt Adapted Plants Confer Salt Tolerance in Barley
Authors: Kouadria Rabiaa , Bouzouina Mohammed , Lotmani Brahim 
Published: February 2024

Endophytic fungi are known to improve plant tolerance under stressful conditions including salt stress. Considering this, the endophytic fungi, Alternaria chlamydospora, Embellisia phragmospora, Phomabetae, Chaetomium coarctatum, Fusarium equiseti and Fusarium graminearum, was isolated from roots of plants growing in salt environments and then, evaluated for their contribution in conferring salt stress tolerance in barley plants. The influence of inoculation with endophytic fungi, on germination, root and shoot lengths of barley seeds under different NaCl levels (0, 200, 300 and 400 mM) was investigated. Results showed that seed germination and root and shoot lengths were higher in seeds pretreated with endophytic fungi cultures than their controls under saline conditions. This study suggests that the tested endophytic fungi might be applied as a strategy for mitigating the stress-imposed salt in plants and, therefore, improving crop growth and productivity.
The Implications of Nahum 1:12-2:2 for the Case of Religious Discrimination in Indonesia
Authors: Mokoagouw Henny , Rouw Randy Frank , Brown Lisa 
Published: February 2024

The book of Nahum is full of the news of God’s judgment upon Nineveh; this book looks gloomy and hopeless, but one will find the theme of restoration as well. This article analyzes Nahum 1:12-2:2 as a basis for addressing the problem of religious discrimination in Indonesia. Using the literature study method, the results from this article are divided into theological and practical implications. Theologically, the text of Nahum 1:12-2:2 provides believers with hope for restoration from the One who brings true restoration: God himself. Practically, this text encourages God's people to remain steadfast and not despair but have hope, for there will come a time when God restores them. In addition, when true restoration occurs, believers should return to God and not continue to indulge themselves in pleasure and self-satisfaction.
Structural Relationships Between Behavioral Problems, Sensory Processing Traits, and Sleep Among Preschoolers
Authors: Kurasawa Shigeki , Tateyama Kiyomi , Iwanaga Ryoichiro , Kimura Daisuke , Fujita Takaaki , Tanba Hiroyuki 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Importance: An association between sensory processing difficulties and behavioral problems among children has been reported in previous studies. Sleep problems among children can lead to both externalizing and internalizing behavioral problems. However, the relationships between sensory processing and sleep among children are not well understood.
Objective: To develop a structural causal model (SCM) predicated on the hypothesis that sensory processing difficulties and sleep problems are closely related among preschoolers and may contribute to behavioral issues.
Design: Cross-sectional study.
Participants: A total of 168 children ages 3–5 yr who were enrolled in a preschool or an accredited kindergarten (four facilities in total) in a Japanese prefecture participated in the analysis.
Outcomes and Measures: After gaining the cooperation of educators, we distributed the following items to the children’s parents: an informed consent form, the Short Sensory Profile–Japanese version (SSP–J), the Japanese Sleep Questionnaire for Preschoolers (JSQ–P), and the Child Behavior Checklist for Ages 1.5–5. Through factor analysis of the SSP–J and the JSQ–P, we identified common factors. We developed an SCM using structural equation modeling.
Results: Four factors were identified by factor analysis: attention deficit, sensory sensitivity, sleep problems, and restless legs syndrome symptoms. The final structural equation modeling analysis had an acceptable goodness of fit (goodness-of-fit index = .862; root-mean-square error of approximation = .087).
Conclusions and Relevance: The model suggests that sensory sensitivity and sleep difficulties may contribute to behavioral issues among preschoolers.
Plain-Language Summary: The results of this study suggest that relationships exist between behavioral problems, sensory processing, and sleep among preschoolers. The authors developed a model that identified four common factors that contribute to behavioral issues among preschoolers: attention deficit, sensory sensitivity, sleep problems, and restless legs syndrome symptoms. Children’s behavioral problems are an important consideration for occupational therapy practitioners working with preschoolers. Sensory processing and sleep must be accurately evaluated to address preschoolers’ behavioral issues.
Association between the most superior point of patella-entrance of femoral trochlea distance ratio (SP-ET index) and chondromalacia patella: an investigation via magnetic resonance imaging
Authors: Kızılgöz Volkan , Aydın Sonay , Kantarci Mecit , Durmaz Önder 
Published: February 2024

PurposeIn this study, the effect of the most superior point of patella-entrance of femoral trochlea distance ratio
(SP-ET index) on chondromalacia patella (CP) was investigated with 2 reviewers.Material and methodsA total of 348 knees of 308 patients were analysed retrospectively with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Patients with or without CP constituted the study and the control groups in this cross-sectional investigation. Two reviewers interpreted the dataset regarding the SP-ET index. This ratio was calculated as the distance between the most superior point of patella and the entrance of femoral trochlea (β) divided by the patellar articular surface length (α). The relationship between the SP-ET index and CP was presented using independent samples T-tests, and the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was calculated to reveal the interobserver differences.ResultsThere was excellent agreement between the reviewers regarding α, β, and SP-ET values (ICC was 0.971, 0.964, and 0.943, respectively). Higher SP-ET values were obtained for patients with CP, in comparison with patients without any chondral lesion (<i>p</i> < 0.001). A significant, positive, and moderate level of correlation was revealed between SP-ET measurements and CP grades for the total study population.ConclusionsSP-ET index showed high interobserver agreement and indicated a significant difference between patients with and without CP. Both reviewers’ results indicated positive and significant correlation between the measured SP-ET values and different grades of CP for females, males, and the total study population.
Desain Interior Bali Modern untuk Fasilitas Pariwisata Pasca Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Noorwatha I Kadek Dwi 
Published: February 2024

Tujuan: Penelitian ini untuk memaparkan kaidah desain interior Bali modern untuk fasilitas pariwisata yang akan ideal diterapkan pada masa pascapandemi COVID-19.
Metode Penelitian: Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif-kualitatif dengan menggunakan adalah studi pustaka.
Temuan: Prinsip desain interior Bali modern yang sesuai adalah: (1) pemanfaatan pencahayaan alami melalui bukaan maksimal dalam interior (2) pemilihan jenis permukaan material yang tidak berpori dan mudah dibersihkan (3) penerapan prinsip desain berkelanjutan pada interior (4) pemanfaatan teknologi informasi untuk mengatur durasi dan pergerakan manusia dalam interior.
Implikasi: Keempat prinsip diharapkan dapat menghindari baik pada masa ataupun pasca pandemi COVID-19 sehingga industri pariwisata memberi rasa aman bagi wisatawan dan juga lebih menggali filsafat arsitektur tradisional Bali (ATB).
Temperature Comparison of Denpasar City Land Surface before and during the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Zulkarnain Rizki Cholik 
Published: February 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this research was to look at the comparison of Ground Surface Temperature (LST) in Denpasar City before and during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Research methods: To determine the LST used Landsat 8 image data which is processed using ArcGIS 10.3 software.
Results and discussion: Limitation of community activities is carried out by the Denpasar City Government as an effort to reduce the spread of Covid-19. The decrease in anthropogenic activity due to restrictions on community activities during the Covid-19 pandemic affected the decrease in LST in Denpasar City. This is evident from the decrease in the average LST during the pandemic compared to the average LST before the Covid-19 pandemic.
Implication: Government policies that impose restrictions on community activities have implications for decreasing anthropogenic activities. The increase or decrease in anthropogenic activity has an effect on the increase or decrease in LST in Denpasar City.
PENGOLAHAN TEH HERBAL DARI DAUN SAWI (Brassica juncea L.) SEBAGAI ALTERNATIF SEDIAAN VITAMIN C
Authors: Yaturramadhan Hasni 
Published: February 2024

Sawi hijau merupakan sayuran kaya akan vitamin dan antioksidan yang bermanfaat bagi kesehatan tubuh. Teh Herbal tidak hanya terbuat dari daun teh, namun juga dapat dari tumbuhan lain yang memiliki manfaat bagi kesehatan seperti pembuatan teh herbal dari daun sawi (Brassica juncea L.). Tujuan penelitian ini adalah pengolahan sediaan teh herbal dari daun sawi yang syarat mutu tehnya sesuai dengan SNI. Metode penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimen dengan metode analisa kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa uji kadar vitamin C W1 sebesar 12,8 % dengan total vitamin C sebanyak 259,5 mg, sedangkan uji kadar vitamin C W2 sebesar 11,2 % dengan total vitamin C sebanyak 160,4 mg. 15 Panelis menyukai produk teh herbal daun sawi dengan formulasi W1.Kesimpulan penelitian ini dimana mengkonsumsi the herbal daun sawi dapat mencukupi kebutuhan vitamin c sehari yang dibutuhkan oleh tubuh

Kata kunci :Ekstrak Daun Sawi, Minuman Teh Herbal, Kadar Vitamin C, Sediaan Vitamin C
Riesgos ergonómicos en los docentes universitarios y el efecto que generan en la salud- Ecuador
Authors: Yepez Jenyffer , Negrete Karla Paola , Alarcón Coral Marco Gabriel 
Published: February 2024

La presente investigación es un estudio de tipo cuantitativo y aplicado que analiza los riesgos ergonómicos a los cuales se encuentran expuestos los docentes de una universidad pública de la provincia de Imbabura, para ello se dividió la investigación en fases. Fase I. identificación total de la población y selección de la muestra mediante los criterios de inclusión y exclusión obteniendo una muestra de 30 docentes, fase II, se realizó el levantamiento de información inicial a través de la aplicación del cuestionario nórdico de Kuorinka en donde se identificó los riesgos ergonómicos a los cuales se encuentran expuestos los docentes, fase III con la finalidad de analizar si las posturas que adoptan los docentes al impartir clase en el aula son adecuadas, se procedió a tomar fotografías y analizar ángulos mediante la aplicación del software geogebra y ergosoft, del cual se obtuvo que los riesgos a los que se encuentran expuestos los docentes se encuentran entre el nivel medio y alto.
POTENCIAL USE OF LOCAL WISEDOM OF SASAK (WARIGE) AS SEASONAL RAINCAST IN LOMBOK
Authors: Ismail Yasin  , Mahrup Mahrup , Fahrudin Fahrudin 
Published: February 2024

Climate anomaly has pronounced impact on agriculture in Lombok. Occurence of drought results in crop failure. Up to date our knowledge about the cause of climate anomaly has still vey limited. Better understanding on that matter may contribute better water management and cropping strategy. The aim of this study was to examine the skill of seasonal climate forecast based on Sasak local native knowlledge (warige) which was validated with real time planting practised by farmers in different types of climate in Lombok. The output of this study is expected to be used as additional climate information for integrated crop calendar in Lombok. This study applied descriptive methods with survey technique. Data collected included Luni-solar calendar from 1950 to 2012, monthly rainfall data of 1950 to 2012 from four types of climate in Lombok. Five year daily rainfall in selected areas. To obtain moonphase at overhead sun from 1950 to 2012 it was used Kalender Jawa obtained from http:// www.kalendarjawa.com. Ten points of filed crop observation was established in each tipe of climate (C3); D3 and D4. C3 belongs to technical irrigation, D3 belongs to semi-technical irrigation and and D4 belongs to rainfed adn embung irrigation. All farmers involved in this study were also questioned whether they understand and apply warige in their seasonal crop planning. Results of this studyshowed that SCF based on Sasak local native knowledge had good skill in forecasting wetness and dryness of dry season. The different in amount of rainfall in dry and wet years is fairly significant, but usually wet year rainfall did not differ to moderate years’, neither moderate years’ to dry years’. Nevertheless warige was able to predict distribution of rainfall within month during the dry season. Thus we can predict wether it will enough rainfall for several in coming months
Evaluasi Kepuasan Siswa terhadap Lingkungan Sekolah di Masa Pasca Covid-19
Authors: Anggeliani Friskila , Sugiarto Agus , Luhsasi Dwi Iga 
Published: February 2024

Pasca pandemic covid-19 sekolah membutuhkan penyesuaian yang dulunya terbiasa belajar di rumah kemudian siswa datang ke sekolah. Pelaksanaan pembelajaran secara luring di sekolah menjadi tantangan bagi pihak sekolah dalam menyiapkan lingkungan pembelajaran yang kondusif bagi para siswa. Rumusan masalah penelitian ini adalah Bagaimana kepuasan siswa terhadap lingkungan Sekolah Pasca Covid-19. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah untuk mengetahui tingkat Kepuasan siswa terhadap lingkungan sekolah Pasca Covid-19 di SMA Negeri 2 Salatiga. Metode penelitian yang di gunakan adalah deskriptif dengan teknik survei dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Informan dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas 10, 11, dan 12 SMA Negeri 2 Salatiga, dengan sampel sebanyak 12 orang. Yang di mana 12 sampel ini terdiri dari 3 Guru, 3 siswa kelas 10, 3 siswa kelas 11, dan 3 siswa kelas 12. Hasil yang diperoleh: 1. Rata-rata siswamenyatakan puas dengan lingkungan fisik (sarana dan prasarana) karena fasilitas yang di sediakan oleh sekolah setelah pasca covid-19 sudah memadai sehingga siswadapat menikmati fasilitas yang ada, 2. Pada lingkungan Non-fisik interaksi pasca covid-19 antara guru dan siswa dan sesama siswa di kategorikan sangat memuaskan, dengan tidak adanya batasan atau jaga jarak antara guru dan siswa sehingga dapat memudahkan siswa untuk lebih leluasa dalam berdiskusi dan bertanya-jawab dengan guru. Peneliti menyimpulkan bahwa terkait kepuasan siswa mengenai lingkungan sekolah di masa covid-19 di nyatakan memuasakan, baik itu di lihat dari lingkungan fisik maupun lingkungan non-fisik.