bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Scientific Study of Dalhanokta Anguli Pramana (Measurement) with reference to Purusha Ura Vistaar (Male Chest Breadth)
Authors: Yawale Roshani , M Yusuf Sheikh , Gurmule Rajni , Sharma Gopal 
Published: January 2024

In Ayurveda the word “Pramana” refers to measurement. Ayurveda classic have explained the normal measurements of Anga Pratyanga in terms of Ayama (length), Vistaar (breadth), Utsedha (height) and Parinaha (circumference) with the help of Swa-Anguli Pramana (measurement by own finger). In the ancient time length, breadth, and height of body’s parts measured by using the technique of Anguli Pramana in which measurements of parts of body have given in terms of Swa-Anguli. It can be the perfect parameter irrespective of age, sex, race and place etc. Principles of Ayurveda have given the individualistic approach rather than the generalized by providing the concept of Swa-Anguli Pramana. Acharyas said that before we start the treatment one should do the Ayu Pariksha (longativity of life) of that patient which is depends upon proper measurement of parts and sub parts of body along with Sara of body. Present study was taken to validate the Dalnhokta Anguli Pramana of Purusha Ura Vistaar (Male chest breadth) which was given as 24 Angula. The data of Purusha Ura Vistaar of 60 healthy volunteers was collected and statistically analyzed. As the very less work has been done the current study was conducted.
Keywords: Anthropometry, Swa-Anguli Pramana (measurements by own finger), Measurements, Diameter, Ayam (length),
Effect of Champakadi Agad in the Management of Shitapitta w.s.r. to Urticaria - A case study
Authors: Acharjee Debaleena , Thorat Deepak 
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Shitapitta is a skin ailment that was first reported in Madhava Nidan which can be correlated to urticaria. It is a disorder characterized by symptoms comparable to Insect and scorpion bite, such as wheals resembling those from a wasp sting, itching, pain, fever, and burning feeling. Champakadi Agad is one of the Ayurveda formulations listed in Chapter 37/71-72 of Ashtanga Hridaya Uttarasthana by Acharya Vagbhata. Agadas are used to cure a variety of toxic conditions. Aims: To study the effect of Champakadi agad for local as well as internal use in case of Shitapitta. Case Report: This article is a case study about a 24 yrs old female patient who came to the OPD of Panchakarma Dept of Dr. D. Y. Patil College and hospital, Pimpri, Pune complaining of itchy skin, raised reddish bumps over the skin along with burning and pricing pain over her both palms and cheeks. She was treated with Champakadi Agad’s Local application for 30 days. Results after 30 days was found satisfactory. With no negative side effects, the therapy methods significantly reduced the disease's indications and symptoms. Discussion:This is a case study based on the management of Shitapitta (Urticaria). This study established the role of Champakadi Agad in the treatment of Shitapitta (Urticaria). Conclusion:The treatment of Shitapitta by Ayurvedic measures has been thoroughly examined and discussed here. Her progression is also shown here, step by step. This case study will encourage further research and aid in the development of an ayurvedic treatment protocol for Shitapitta (Urticaria).
A cross-sectional study on quality of life and the functional status in post covid-19 patients
Authors: A Pavithra , H Nalini Sofia , Kumari H Vetha Merlin , T Lakshmikantham , R Meenakumari 
Published: January 2024

COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV2. Post-COVID syndrome is described as signs or symptoms that develop during an infection or after an infection which continue for more than 12 weeks. The lockdown of COVID-19 had worsened the mental health in both general population and COVID-19 patients. It was reflected in well-being of the people. Hence, a study was carried out to get the better understanding of the health status and limitations in their functions of post COVID-19 patients who were infected within 6 months. AIM: To estimate the quality of life and the functional status in post COVID-19 patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A hospital-based study which was Cross sectional in nature was carried with 100 post COVID-19 patients infected within 6 months, attended between the age group of 18 and 70 of all genders. After obtaining the informed consent, the quality of life of post COVID-19 patients within 6 months was assessed using EQ-5D-5L questionnaire and functional status was assessed using post-COVID-19 functional status scale (PCFS) RESULT: According to EQ-5D-5L scale 43% people affected with Mobility,30% by Self-care, 42% by Usual activities, 65% by Pain/discomfort, 42% by Anxiety/depression. In Post Covid Functional Status Scale - PCFS scale, 65% had limitations in their function ranging from (grade 1 to grade 3).
Accelerated Stability Study of Kailas Jeevan – A Proprietary Ayurvedic formulation
Authors: Vedantam Giridhar , Kupati Veena B , M B Gundakalle , Lingayat Ajit , Khare Divya , Kolhatkar Vedhas M 
Published: January 2024

Background: Stability studies are the test to assess the shelf life of the Ayurvedic proprietary medicines. Govt. of India made mandatary test for licencing and renewal of licencing of the proprietary medicine. Accelerated stability studies, testing interval of 0,3 and 6 months. Kailas Jeevan is a proprietary semisolid dosage form prepared in GMP approved Ayurveda Sumshodanalaya (P) Pvt. Ltd. Dhayri, Pune. It is indicated in Constipation, Cracked heels, Wounds, Pimples, Burns etc.
Aims and Objectives: To evaluate the shelf life of Kailas Jeevan through accelerated stability study. Materials and Methods: The formulation was prepared in the GMP approved pharmacy. Shelf life of product was evaluated by assessing in changes in physicochemical, Microbial and quantification profiles, after keeping it in stability chamber at specific temperature (40±2°C) and relative humidity (75±5%). Analysis was carried out at the intervals of 0, 1, 3, 6, 9,12, 18 and 24 months. Average 25% degradation time was calculated to find the shelf life as per the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoea of India, Part I Vol ix guidelines. Results and Conclusion: The parameters assessed in accelerated study of Kailas Jeevan, was shown under limits till 24 months. Based on multiplication factor shelf life of Kailas Jeevan is 7.02 year.
Key Words: Stability, Shelf life, Kailas Jeevan, Accelerated stability study
A Pilot Study on Sodhana of Puga (Areca catechu Linn.)
Authors: Allam Ramakrishna , S Balasundar , P Penchal Rao , T Prasanna Kumar , Dixit Renu , S Pavan Kumar 
Published: January 2024

The “Ayurveda” science of life was one of the most valuable gifts our predecessors gave us. It is the natural healing system of India and has been passed down through countless generations without losing any of its unique lusters. Due to its efficiency, it is helping to improve human health in many incurable chronic and degenerative diseases. In Ayurveda treatises and Nighantus there is mention of many drugs, among them Puga (Areca catechu Linn) is one; it is mentioned in Vedas by the name Kramuka. In the karma paribhasha chapter, Sharangadhara cited Kramuka as an example of the vikasi guna, due to this it was considered to be Visha samana, after reviewing the various Nighantus, it was found that the vikasi guna, ojonashaka property was only visible in apakva- adrapuga. According to Nighantu Bhavaprakash, Puga should be boiled in "Choughar" to do Sodhana. The pharmacognostic characteristics, physicochemical, and preliminary phytochemical analyses of Asuddha and Suddha Puga were performed in the current study. The rasa of suddha Puga was found to be mild Madhura and Kasaya rasa, and it has a higher alcoholic extraction value than Asuddha Puga. The phytochemical evaluation shows a significant difference between Asuddha and suddha Puga
تقييم واقع تطبيق إدارة تدفق القيمة على وفق متطلبات المواصفة ISO 22468 :2020 : دراسة حالة في الشركة العامة للصناعات الكهربائية والالكترونية - الوزيرية
Authors: Maha Salah Khaleel  , Nada Salih Alshaheen  
Published: January 2024

تُعدّ إدارة تدفق القيمة من الاساليب المرنة التي تستخدم بشكل واسع في مجموعة متنوعة من الانظمة (الانتقال من انظمة التصنيع الى انظمة الخدمة)، التي تساهم في تقدم منهج مفاهيمي أفضل لكل من عملية التصنيع والخدمة. كما تُعدّ خطوة اساسية لتحسين العملية الانتاجية او الخدمية والتخطيط الى الابتكارات البسيطة. يهدف هذا البحث الى تقييم مدى تطبيق المواصفة (ISO 22468 :2020) الخاصة بإدارة تدفق القيمة في الشركة العامة للصناعات الكهربائية والالكترونية - الوزيرية، التي تم اختيارها كعينة وذلك تحقيقها أهداف وفرضية هذا البحث. تم استخدام الاساليب الكمية والنوعية في جمع البيانات مثل قائمة الفحص، الزيارات الميدانية، والمقابلات الشخصية التي ساهمت في تشخيص مشكلة البحث. كانت أهم النتائج التي توصلت لها هذه الدراسة هي هنالك فجوة عالية بين الواقع الفعلي لتطبيق المواصفة (ISO 22468 :2020) في الشركة العامة للصناعات الكهربائية والالكترونية وبين متطلباتها الاساسية. وذلك نتيجة لضعف وعي واهتمام بالإدارة والعاملين بتطبيق النظام. اما أهم توصيات هذه الدراسة هي تحديد مجال نظام إدارة تدفق القيمة، فضلا عن تحديد المهام والمسؤوليات، استخدام نظام توثيق كفوء، تنفيذ وإدامته نظام إدارة تدفق القيمة، والتحسين الاستمراري على وفق المواصفة القياسية. فضلا عن تعاقد إدارة هذه الشركات مع ذوي الخبرة والاخصاص في هذا المجال للمساهمة القاعلة في نجاح تنفيذه ضمن قطاعات الصناعة والخدمة.
The Comparison and Correlation of Serum Levels of Insulin and Na+/ K+ Atpase In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) And Non-Diabetes Mellitus Individuals
Authors: Karar Kazem Mohammed  , Ahmed Ghazi Sabbar  , Haider Hafid Hmeash  
Published: January 2024

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by hyperglycemia that persists. Diabetes mellitus can cause damage to multiple organ systems, leading to the development of severe and life-threatening health issues, due to decreased insulin secretion, resistance to peripheral insulin effects, or both.
Objective: the comparison and correlation of serum levels of insulin and Na+/ K+ ATPase in T2DM and Non-Diabetic patients.
Material and methods: A case-control study was carried out in the max cure diabetes center and Al-Zahra Teaching Hospital in the city of AL-Kut, Iraq. Including 114 patients divided into 54 patients of T2DM in addition to 60 individuals as control (male and female), ages ranging from (20-70 years) from November 2021 –to March 2022. It was the measurement of serum Na+/K+ATPase and insulin level.
Results: In the comparison of insulin levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) and healthy control group, serum insulin was found to be significantly decreased (p value<0.005) and Na+/K+ ATPase significantly decrease with a (p value<0.001) in diabetics as compared to control group. The correlation was positive and significant between the serum Na+/K+ ATPase and insulin.
Conclusions: serum insulin and Na+/K+ ATPase showed a significant decrease in diabetics as compared to the control group. Whereas a significant positive correlation is obtained between the parameters.
The Role of Work Teams in Enhancing the Employees’ Performance: An exploratory Study at the General Administration of the City of Medicine
Authors: Sawsan Ahmed Mahmoud Shukri  , Amer Abdel Latif  
Published: January 2024

The research aims to identify the role of work teams in enhancing the performance of workers in the General Administration of Medicine City, the Iraqi Ministry of Health. Where the city of medicine was chosen as a sample because there is a real problem to verify the hypotheses and objectives of this research. The research problem includes the organizations not adopting the work team’s style and its negative impact on the performance level of the employees. The questionnaire was adopted to collect the data, which consisted of two sides. The first side dealt with the personal data of the research sample employees, and the second side dealt with questions related to the two variables of the study (work teams and employee performance). Participated in the questionnaire survey (213) employees. The quantitative statistical method was used to analyze the data (such as Pearson correlation coefficient, simple linear regression method, arithmetic mean and standard deviation), depending on the (SPSS) program. The research reached a set of results, including the existence of a close relationship between the work teams and the performance of the employees, which reflects the clear role of the performance of the employees through influencing the determination of the level of performance, Among the most prominent recommendations is the need for the organization’s management to adopt the research sample to develop human relations and teamwork spirit among employees.
Synoptic weather patterns conducive to compound extreme rainfall–wave events in the NW Mediterranean
Authors: Sanuy Marc , Peña Juan C. , Assimenidis Sotiris , Jiménez José A. 
Published: January 2024

Abstract. The NW Mediterranean coast is highly susceptible to the impacts of extreme rainstorms and coastal storms, which often lead to flash floods, coastal erosion, and flooding across a highly urbanised territory. Often, these storms occur simultaneously, resulting in compound events that intensify local impacts when they happen in the same location or spread impacts across the territory when they occur in different areas. These multivariate and spatially compound events present significant challenges for risk management, potentially overwhelming emergency services. In this study, we analysed the prevailing atmospheric conditions during various types of extreme episodes, aiming to create the first classification of synoptic weather patterns (SWPs) conducive to compound events involving heavy rainfall and storm waves in the Spanish NW Mediterranean. To achieve this, we developed a methodological framework that combines an objective synoptic classification method based on principal component analysis and k-means clustering with a Bayesian network. This methodology was applied to a dataset comprising 562 storm events recorded over 30 years, including 112 compound events. First, we used the framework to determine the optimal combination of domain size, classification variables, and number of clusters based on the synoptic skill to replicate local-scale values of daily rainfall and significant wave height. Subsequently, we identified SWPs associated with extreme compound events, which are often characterised by upper-level lows and trough structures in conjunction with Mediterranean cyclones, resulting in severe to extreme coastal storms combined with convective systems. The obtained classification demonstrated strong skill, with scores exceeding 0.4 when considering factors like seasonality or the North Atlantic Oscillation. These findings contribute to a broader understanding of compound terrestrial–maritime extreme events in the study area and have the potential to aid in the development of effective risk management strategies.
Drivers for optimum sizing of wind turbines for offshore wind farms
Authors: Mehta Mihir , Zaaijer Michiel , von Terzi Dominic 
Published: January 2024

Abstract. Large-scale exploitation of offshore wind energy is deemed essential to provide its expected share to electricity needs of the future. To achieve the same, turbine and farm-level optimizations play a significant role. Over the past few years, the growth in the size of turbines has massively contributed to the reduction in costs. However, growing turbine sizes come with challenges in rotor design, turbine installation, supply chain, etc. It is, therefore, important to understand how to size wind turbines when minimizing the levelized cost of electricity (LCoE) of an offshore wind farm. Hence, this study looks at how the rated power and rotor diameter of a turbine affect various turbine and farm-level metrics and uses this information in order to identify the key design drivers and how their impact changes with setup. A multi-disciplinary design optimization and analysis (MDAO) framework is used to perform the analysis. The framework uses low-fidelity models that capture the core dependencies of the outputs on the design variables while also including the trade-offs between various disciplines of the offshore wind farm. The framework is used, not to estimate the LCoE or the optimum turbine size accurately, but to provide insights into various design drivers and trends. A baseline case, for a typical setup in the North Sea, is defined where LCoE is minimized for a given farm power and area constraint with the International Energy Agency 15 MW reference turbine as a starting point. It is found that the global optimum design, for this baseline case, is a turbine with a rated power of 16 MW and a rotor diameter of 236 m. This is already close to the state-of-the-art designs observed in the industry and close enough to the starting design to justify the applied scaling. A sensitivity study is also performed that identifies the design drivers and quantifies the impact of model uncertainties, technology/cost developments, varying farm design conditions, and different farm constraints on the optimum turbine design. To give an example, certain scenarios, like a change in the wind regime or the removal of farm power constraint, result in a significant shift in the scale of the optimum design and/or the specific power of the optimum design. Redesigning the turbine for these scenarios is found to result in an LCoE benefit of the order of 1 %–2 % over the already optimized baseline. The work presented shows how a simplified approach can be applied to a complex turbine sizing problem, which can also be extended to metrics beyond LCoE. It also gives insights into designers, project developers, and policy makers as to how their decision may impact the optimum turbine scale.
Breakdown of the velocity and turbulence in the wake of a wind turbine – Part 1: Large-eddy-simulation study
Authors: Jézéquel Erwan , Blondel Frédéric , Masson Valéry 
Published: January 2024

Abstract. A new theoretical framework, based on an analysis in the moving and fixed frames of reference (MFOR and FFOR), is proposed to break down the velocity and turbulence fields in the wake of a wind turbine. This approach adds theoretical support to models based on the dynamic wake meandering (DWM) and opens the way for a fully analytical and physically based model of the wake that takes meandering and atmospheric stability into account, which is developed in the companion paper. The mean velocity and turbulence in the FFOR are broken down into different terms, which are functions of the velocity and turbulence in the MFOR. These terms can be regrouped as pure terms and cross terms. In the DWM, the former group is modelled, and the latter is implicitly neglected. The shape and relative importance of the different terms are estimated with the large-eddy-simulation solver Meso-NH coupled with an actuator line method. A single wind turbine wake is simulated on flat terrain, under three cases of stability: neutral, unstable and stable. In the velocity breakdown, the cross term is found to be relatively low. It is not the case for the turbulence breakdown equation where even though the cross terms are overall of lesser magnitude than the pure terms, they redistribute the turbulence and induce a non-negligible asymmetry. These findings underline the limitations of models that assume a steady velocity in the MFOR, such as the DWM or the model developed in the companion paper. It is also found that as atmospheric stability increases, the pure turbulence contribution becomes relatively larger and pure meandering relatively smaller.
Dermatological Examination Training: Shaping Careers Through Hands-On Practice
Authors: Barbalata Didina-Catalina , Toma Cristian 
Published: January 2024

BACKGROUND: Choosing a career path represents a decision of immense significance in the lives of aspiring medical professionals and is influenced by several pivotal factors such as: clinical exposure, hands-on experience and interaction with specialists in the field. Dermatology represents one speciality in which hands-on experience is crucial and medical simulation training can ensure an innovative and transformative tool to develop the skills needed for dermatological evaluation.
AIM: Our research explores the impact of participating in hands-on dermatological evaluation training on the decision to pursue a career path within this field. By analyzing the participants’ views regarding the training, their skill self-assessment and the objective evaluation of theoretical knowledge, we aim to analyze how this type of workshop shapes professional goals.
METHODS: We conducted a single-center analysis on the training experience of 50 medical students, divided in groups of ten. The training, conducted by a dermatologist, consisted of 1-hour theoretical presentation and 3-hour bedside practice, the students examining each other alternately. A ten questions knowledge assessment questionnaire was used to evaluate the participants before and after the workshop. Additionally, the students were surveyed regarding their views on the impact of this training on their decision to pursue a career in dermatology and the self-assessment pre- and post-training on a five-point Likert scale.
RESULTS: We observed a 48% increase in the knowledge assessment scores (before: 5.26±1.33 out of 10, after: 7.8±0.88 out of 10). A similar increase was observed in the participants’ self-assessment scores, as they doubled (before: 1.76+/-0.62 out of 5, after: 3.84+/-0.88 out of 5). Although 60% of the participants were not interested in pursuing a career in dermatology before the training, the hands-on experience determined 64% to take this speciality into consideration as a potential career path. Unanimously, the participants agreed that this training represents a valuable addition to the classical clinical curriculum as it allows hands-on practice which could improve their confidence in the future patient interactions.
CONCLUSION: In summary, our research highlights the importance of integrating hands-on training into medical education to better prepare students for their roles in healthcare and adapt to evolving medical practices.