bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Determination of the Antibacterial Activity of Krameria pauciflora (Rose)
Authors: VELASCO LEZAMA RODOLFO Hombre , Aguilar-Carrillo Ma. Fernanda , Tapia-Aguilar Rafaela , Velázquez-Vázquez Ma. de Lourdes , Cerón-Ramírez Reyna , Santana-Carrillo Jorge 
Published: March 2023

In Mexico, the decoction of the rhizome Krameria pauciflora is taken against diarrhea and dysentery. Our objective was to determine the antibacterial activity of Krameria pauciflora on the growth of the causal bacteria of gastrointestinal infections.
The plant was dried and pulverized at room temperature, this included the leaves, the rhizome, and the complete plant (stem–leaves–rhizome). These were macerated consecutively 48 h in hexane, dichloromethane, methanol, and water. Also, a decoction was prepared of the complete plant. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) was determined by the method of resazurin. Dilutions were prepared, ranging from 5-0.039 mg/mL of the extracts, and we added these to plates that contained 5 x 105 colony-forming units (CFU)/mL/, resazurin sodium 0.675% and Müeller–Hinton medium (3X). Negative and positive controls were included with dimethyl sulfoxide 1% and Penicillin–Streptomycin, respectively. The bacteria utilized were: Escherichia coli; Proteus mirabilis; Shigella flexneri; Salmonella typhi, and Salmonella typhimurium. At least three assays were carried out in triplicate.
The decoction of the complete plant presented the greatest antibacterial activity, with an MIC of 0.078 mg/mL. The methanolic and aqueous extracts of the rhizome and of the complete plant presented a MIC of 0.156 mg/mL on Salmonella and Shigella flexneri, respectively. The hexanic extract of the complete plant inhibited all of the strains. The extracts of the rhizome and of the leaf, as well as of the dichloromethanic extracts of the rhizome, stem, and the complete plant, inhibited only S. typhi and S. flexneri.
Keywords: Gastrointestinal infections, Antibacterial activity, Genus Krameria.
A Comprehensive Scientific Claims on Ethnobotany, Phytochemical Pharmacological and Toxicology of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal
Authors: Hussain Md Sarfaraj , Alqahtani SS , Ahmad Sarfaraz , Iqbal Mohd Rashid 
Published: March 2023

For more than 3,000 years, Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha, has been utilised in traditional and Ayurvedic medicine. It belongs to the ginger family. Dry powder, crude extract, and refined metabolites of the plant have all demonstrated potential therapeutic advantages in animal trials because it is a medicinal plant. Withanolides are the primary metabolites of the plant, and they are responsible for the therapeutic effects of the herb. Despite the fact that other review papers on this plant have previously been published, this review article is being provided in order to gather all of based on the most recent data on its pharmacological and phytochemical effects, which have been investigated using a variety of approaches. According to research, Ashwagandha has anti-inflammatory, adaptogen, anti-parkinsonian, anti-oxidant, and memory-boosting properties, and anticancer effects in addition to other benefits. Other effects, such as immunomodulation, hypolipidemia, antimicrobial activity, Investigations have also been done on cardiovascular defence, sexual behaviour, tolerance, and reliance. These outcomes are extremely encouraging, and they recommend more research into this herb to confirm these results and find further potential medicinal characteristics. Clinical studies including the use of ashwagandha for a number of illnesses should be carried out as well. The new evidence on its pharmacological and phytochemical activities is described in the current publication. In order to give thorough information on the ethnobotany, traditional applications, phytochemistry, and pharmacological efficacy of the medicinal plant, W. somnifera, from reliable sources, the present review has primary objectives.
Keywords: Withania somnifera, Solanaceae, traditional claim, ethnobotany, phytochemistry, phytopharmacology
Электрофизические свойства полупроводниковых структур n-InSb1-xBix–i–GaAs и n-InSb1-xBix–i–GaAs/Те
Authors: Г Шилагарди , В.А Ярмолович , В.И Прокошин , Д Төмөрбаатар , Х Цооху , .Д Эрдэнэбаатар , .Ц Хандма 
Published: March 2023

Гетероструктуры n-InSb1-xBix-i-GaAs приемлемого качества были получены более 30 лет назад японскими исследователями J.L. Zilko, J.E. Greene в работах [1,2]. При этом использовался метод эпитаксиального выращивания пленок в установке молекулярной эпитаксии в условиях бомбардировки низкоэнергетическими ионами висмута.
UPAYA PENDIDIKAN LIFE SKILL DALAM MENUMBUHKAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN WARGA BELAJAR PAKET C
Authors: Reza Ricky Muhamad , Rukanda Nandang , Kartika Prita 
Published: March 2023

Residents of learning package c in addition to requiring academic knowledge and provision of skills relevant to their living environment so that residents studying package c can immediately work according to the skills they can have while attending education which is called life skills education or life skills education in PKBM Girisewu District Cisewu. The purpose of this research is to describe the efforts of life skills education in growing entrepreneurship for learning citizens package c. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method, using data collection techniques by means of observation and interviews. The research subjects are one manager, one tutor and three study residents PKBM Girisewu. The results show that growing entrepreneurship is formed from life skills education with the planning used in growing entrepreneurship through life skills education, the positive impact for residents learning package c following life skills education is that learning citizens are able to analyze entrepreneurial opportunities and take advantage of the potential around them as entrepreneurial commodities in the form of goods or services. The conclusion is that the role of PKBM is very supportive in community empowerment through PKBM's flagship program, namely life skills education programs that help improve the community's economy.
Assessment of Anti-seizure Property of Plumbago indica L. on Zebrafish Model
Authors: Saha Rupsa , Chakravorty Amrita , Kumari Amrita , Gupta Kunal , Sarkar Nilanjan , Chakraborty Mainak 
Published: March 2023

The purpose of the current experiment was to determine the anti-convulsant activity of methanolic extract of Plumbago indica L. In a 50 ml beaker 200 mg of the methanolic extract of Plumbago indica L. was dissolved in water containing the experimental zebrafish. After about 20 minutes the fish was administered with pentylenetetrazole (PTZ) (30 mg in 0.5 ml water) intraperitoneally (i.p) to induce seizure in it. The experimental zebrafish immersed in methanolic extract of Plumbago indica L. and administered with PTZ i.p showed clonic seizure-like activity within a few seconds of administering the PTZ. After about 15 minutes, the experimental zebrafish was found to swim normally i.e., short swim at the top of the tank with no seizure activity. The behavioral profile during 15 minutes of immersion into methanolic extract of Plumbago indica L. and then intraperitoneum (i.p) administration of PTZ was characterized by stages defined as scores: (0) short swim (top of the tank), (1) increased swimming activity, (2) burst swimming (left and right movements), (3) circular movements, (4) clonic seizure-like behavior, (5) fall to the bottom of the tank and tonic seizure-like behavior, (6) death. To attain all scores, zebrafish was exposed to anti-convulsants and administered with PTZ showed varying seizure profiles, severity, and latencies. The study's findings revealed that Plumbago indica L. has significant pharmacological properties. Methanolic extract of Plumbago indica L. has a notable CNS depressive and anti-convulsant effect.
Evaluation of the reciprocal teaching style in tennis
Authors: Kyritsopoulos Dimitrios , Athanailidis Ioannis , Digelidis Nikolaos 
Published: March 2023

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the Reciprocal Teaching Style (hereinafter R.T.S.), in basic strokes of tennis, such as forehand, backhand and service, and at the same time to investigate whether it affects the development of motor skills. The first part of the research consisted of 102 children aged 14-15 years with no previous experience in Tennis. There were held 12 lessons for the first two strokes (forehand and backhand) and then 8 lessons for the service to students in 6 classes of third -grade Junior High School students in 2 different schools. The sample members were divided into two groups (experimental and control), and the data were processed in the statistical program IBM SPSS 24 using the t-test for independent samples before and after the intervention with a significance level of (p <.05). The survey showed that the performance of the participants was improved in tennis in the forehand, backhand and service in both teams (especially in the E.G.), after finding a statistically significant difference in the scores (increasing the mean of consecutive strokes and accuracy). In the second part of the research, the sample consisted of 408 students aged 12-15, 204 students in High Schools of the Municipalities of Tanagra and Chalkida, as well as 204 from tennis clubs of the Municipalities of Larissa, Chalkida and Thebes. A detailed plan of one hour reciprocal teaching was applied to the 3 main aforementioned tennis strokes and at the end the participants were given as a measuring tool, anonymously and confidentially the questionnaire of Intrinsic Motivation Inventory (IMI) by McAuley et al. (1989). Data processing in IBM SPSS 24 via one-way variance analysis (One-Way Anova) gave the results: There is a statistically significant difference between the first-grade and second-grade High School classes in the effort which is due to a systematic factor and the pleasure, the perceived ability, the pressure, the attitude / opinion towards tennis, the intention to try tennis and the physical activity are influenced by the highest level of education completed by the father.
Urban Plaza as a School for Children: A Decision Support Tool for the Design of Children Inclusive Urban Plaza
Authors: Shafaghat Arezou , Keyvanfar Ali , Rosli Noor Azliena Lieana 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Urban plazas provide opportunities for children to play, learn and explore. In particular, public art in urban plazas can be a medium to absorb more children. This research has developed the Inclusive Urban Plaza Design (IUPD) assessment tool, which complies with the principles and features of urban plaza design based on the children’s preferences, needs, wishes, and perceptions for their healthy growth. The AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) decision-making method was applied to measure the weights of the feature. AHP analysis determined that motor skills (W
C1.1 = 0.127) have the highest impact on children’s growth among all sub-criteria, followed by space shape and size (W
C2.1 = 0.100) and cognitive development (W
C1.6 = 0.097). The IUPD toolkit was implemented in Vivacity plaza in Singapore to be validated. The implementation analysis showed that Vivacity plaza was a ‘gold’ grade. It is a well-designed urban plaza that supports children’s growth through interaction with various shapes, colors, textures, and materials (like sand and water) that children love. However, it needs minor improvements in terms of inventiveness and creativity (WSMC1.4 = 0.65), cognitive development (WSMC1.4 = 0.57), and time and program schedule (WSMC2.7 = 0.65). The IUPD toolkit showed to be a universal tool that can evaluate the performance of urban plazas in children’s growth.
Byrsonima crassifolia L. Kunth a bio-resource with potential: Overview and opportunities
Authors: San-Martín-Hernández Cesar , Martínez-Téllez Miguel Ángel , Valenzuela-Amavizca Otila Noema , Aispuro-Hernández Emmanuel , Sánchez-Sánchez Mario , Hernández-Camarillo Estela , López-Martínez Leticia Xochitl , Quintana-Obregón Eber Addí 
Published: March 2023

ABSTRACT

Byrsonima crassifolia L. Kunth is a plant native to the Americas that grows in tropical and subtropical areas. Fresh B. crassifolia fruits are a good source of ascorbic acid and carotenoids and contain volatile compounds such as butyric and caproic acids. Although B. crassifolia is commonly exploited from wild natural ecosystems, it exhibits the potential to become a crop plant. When optimal agronomic management systems support propagation by seed, fruits with more homogeneous characteristics can be produced compared to those obtained from wild or backyard plants. B. crassifolia fruits can be found in local markets in Central and South America. The pulp, peel, and other B. crassifolia fruit components can be processed to make traditional and innovative food products, namely candies, cookies, cakes, candied fruits, ice creams, sorbets, jellies, juices, liqueurs, jams, nectars, pickles, and fruit drinks as an alternative to avoid the waste of overripe fruits. Additionally, the woody fraction of the B. crassifolia tree is used as a source of firewood, as shade, and for constructing living fences. These uses also allow the maximum use of biomass by establishing support for cultivation with the circular economy and strengthening food security. Therefore, this review aims to provide insights into the generation and dissemination of knowledge supporting the development of strategies in the areas of agronomy, postharvest management, and technological processing of B. crassifolia to promote its sustainable use and exploitation.
Examining User Engagement and Experience in Agritech
Authors: Issa Helmi , Lakkis Hussein , Dakroub Roy , Jaber Jad 
Published: March 2023

Abstract

Purpose
Agricultural technologies (agri-techs) have focused on developing the AI perspective of human-AI interaction rather than human perceptions and responses. A lack of understanding of their employees’ behavioral responses when interacting with advanced technologies can lead to unexpected problems in the future. Drawing on the theoretical perspective of advanced user engagement, this paper examines the impact of five different technostressors on user engagement and, consequently, user experience.

Design/methodology/approach
For data collection, 464 participants from the U.S. and Asian (Singaporean) agri-tech sectors were interviewed via an electronic survey.

Findings
The U.S. study showed that techno-overload, techno-complexity, and techno-uncertainty were positively related to user engagement (t = 2.609; t = 6.998, and t = 6.013, respectively), whereas techno-invasion and techno-uncertainty were negatively correlated with user engagement (t = –2.167 and t = –3.119, respectively). The Singapore study showed that techno-overload, techno-complexity, and techno-invasion were negatively related to user engagement (t = –2.185, t = –2.765; t = –5.062, respectively), while techno-insecurity and techno-uncertainty surprisingly showed nonlinear correlations with user engagement. In both studies, user engagement is positively related to user experience (t = 2.009 for the U.S. study and t = 2.887 for the Singapore study).

Originality/value
First, this paper provides agri-techs with a modern framework to better predict the behavioral responses of their employees when managing AI. Second, this paper expands the equation of change in the discipline of change management by introducing the dimension of readiness.
Single photon emission computed tomography/computed tomography imaging of gouty arthritis: A new voice
Authors: Wang Yan , Zha Yan , Liu Lin , Liao Ang , Dong Ziqiang , Roberts Neil , Li Yaying 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Gouty arthritis, often referred to simply as gout, is a disorder of purine metabolism characterized by the deposition of monosodium urate monohydrate (MSU) crystals in multiple systems and organs, especially in joints and their surrounding soft tissue. Gout is a treatable chronic disease, and the main strategy for effective management is to reverse the deposition of MSU crystals by uric acid reduction, and to prevent gout attacks, tophi deposition and complications, and thereby improve the quality of life. However, the frequent association of gout with other conditions such as hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dyslipidemia, chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney stones can complicate the treatment of gout and lead to premature death. Here, we review the use of medical imaging techniques for studying gouty arthritis with special interest in the potential role of single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT)/computed tomography (CT) in the clinical management of gout and complications (e.g., chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease).
Accuracy of virtual rhinomanometry
Authors: Karbowski Krzysztof , Kopiczak Bartosz , Chrzan Robert , Gawlik Jolanta , Szaleniec Joanna 
Published: March 2023

Abstract

Introduction: This paper describes the results of research aimed at developing a method of otolaryngological diagnosis based on computational fluid dynamics, which has been called Virtual Rhinomanometry.

Material and methods: Laboratory studies of airflows through a 3D printed model of nasal cavities based on computed tomography image analysis have been performed. The CFD results have been compared with those of an examination of airflow through nasal cavities (rhinomanometry) of a group of 25 patients.

Results: The possibilities of simplifying model geometry for CFD calculations have been described, the impact of CT image segmentation on geometric model accuracy and CFD simulation errors have been analysed, and recommendations for future research have been described.

Conclusions: The measurement uncertainty of the nasal cavities’ walls has a significant impact on CFD simulations. The CFD simulations better approximate RMM results of patients after anemization, as the influence of the nasal mucosa on airflow is then reduced. A minor change in the geometry of the nasal cavities (within the range of reconstruction errors by CT image segmentation) has a major impact on the results of CFD simulations.
May thermal imaging be useful in early diagnosis of lower extremities chronic venous disease?
Authors: Kajewska Joanna , Stanek Agata , Sieroń Karolina , Cholewka Armand 
Published: March 2023

Abstract

Introduction: World statistics confirmed that about 40-50% of men and 50-55% of women suffer from chronic venous disease. Currently, the Duplex ultrasound is the leading diagnostic method for chronic venous disease (CVD), but it has some limitations. Therefore, it is important to find a new diagnostic technique that will provide additional parameters, describing not only structural but also early metabolic and functional changes.

Materials and Methods: This study aimed to demonstrate the usefulness of the thermal imaging technique in the diagnosis of chronic venous disease. Results were obtained for two groups: 61 patients suffering from the primary chronic venous disease (CVD group) and 30 healthy people (control group). The obtained results compared the thermal imaging parameters to data obtained from the ultrasound examination. Parameters such as the reflux duration and extent of the CEAP classification were correlated with the mean temperature of the limb, the mean temperature of the lesion (determined using two methods), and the thermal range. Based on data obtained during the study, correlation coefficients were calculated for individual parameters.

Results: The results obtained show that the mean limb temperature, and especially the mean temperature of a proposed isothermal area, is significantly correlated with the range of reflux. The conducted tests showed the correlation between some thermal and ultrasonic parameters determined by Spearman's coefficient is 0.4 (p < 0.05).

Conclusions: Thus, parameters such as the isothermal area and the thermal range may be used as a preliminary quantitative diagnosis, similarly to those derived from the Duplex ultrasound.
Correlation of native knee joint septic arthritis and bacteremia: A retrospective study
Authors: Soderquist Melissa C. , Ren Emily , Kadakia Esha R. , Solarz Mark 
Published: March 2023

Objectives:
Septic arthritis is an orthopedic emergency, delayed treatment results in rapid, and irreversible joint destruction with significant morbidity and mortality. The correlation between the infectious organism(s) isolated from blood and synovial fluid remains unclear. Native joint septic arthritis (NJSA) is often secondary to bacteremia and other contiguous sources of infection. This investigation examined the correlation in infectious organisms between blood and synovial fluid in patients with NJSA and concurrent bacteremia.

Methods:
A retrospective chart review was performed on 712 NJSA cases at an urban, level-one trauma center. Patients diagnosed with septic knee arthritis through synovial fluid analysis with white blood cell count >50,000 and/or positive culture from the knee joint on aspiration were included in the study. The organism identified on blood culture in the bacteremic patient was then correlated to the organism found on synovial fluid analysis.

Results:
We identified 104 patients at our institution with septic knees; 48 with bacteremia and 56 that did not have bacteremia. Of these patients with bacteremia, 34 patients (70.8%) had the same organism isolated in the knee and the blood. This correlation was statistically significant, with P = 0.003. Furthermore, patients with bacteremia underwent a mean of 1.85 ± 0.76 debridement procedures versus 1.21 ± 0.80 procedures in those without (P = 0.001).

Conclusion:
This study shows a correlation between the organism isolated from the knee and the blood in patients with NJSA in conjunction with bacteremia as well as a correlation between the bacteremic patient and the number of surgical interventions required per patient.
PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PERMAINAN SIMULASI ULAR KAKTUN (KARAKTER SANTUN) UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KARAKTER SOPAN SANTUN SISWA SMA KELAS X
Authors: Azizah Ula , Andrianie Santy , Arofah Laelatul 
Published: March 2023

Menurunnya sopan santun yang ditunjukkan generasi muda merupakan indikasi menurunnya karakter. Kecerdasan akademis tidak akan bermakna jika tidak dibarengi dengan karakter yang baik pada diri individu. Artikel ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan rancangan media untuk meningkatkan sopan santun siswa melalui pemanfaatan modifikasi permainan tradisional ular tangga. Metode pengembangan yang digunakan adalah model Borg & Gall yang dimodifikasi. Media permainan simulasi ular kaktun adalah media yang dimodifikasi dari permainan ular tangga dengan memasukkan sentuhan teknologi didalmnya. Selain memanfaatkan teknologi dalam modernisasi permainan ular tangga, permainan ular kaktun juga memuat konten-konten penanaman sopan santun sebagai upaya untuk meningkatkan perilaku sopan santun di kalangan siswa.
Kata Kunci: karakter, sopan santun, ular kaktun
Analisis Nilai-Nilai Permainan Tradisional Gobak Sodor dengan Teori Pengambilan Keputusan Karier Krumboltz
Authors: Hidayah Karisma Khoirul 
Published: March 2023

This study aims to analyze the values ​​in the traditional game of gobak sodor with krumboltz career decision-making theory. This type of research is library research, namely the study of theoretical and other studies related to values, culture, and norms. The results showed that the values ​​of the traditional game of gobak sodor can be applied in making krumboltz career decisions.
Keywords: gobak sodor, Krumboltz . career theory