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A test battery approach for ecotoxicological evaluation of disinfectants prepared on the basis of sodium hypochlorite
Authors: Fargašová Agáta , Nawaz Ammara , Molnárová Marianna 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The research is related to the assessment of the overall sensitivity and applicability of many bioassays representing different trophic levels for the preliminary ecotoxicological testing of commercial disinfectants marked as SA (SAVO, Bochemie a.s., Czech Republic) and DoAm (Dom Amor, BOOS – Biologické substancie, Slovak Republic). Disinfectants were prepared based on sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl). SA contains only NaOCl while earthworm enzymes enrich DoAm. In both commercial products, the NaOCl content did not exceed 5%; pure NaOCl was used as a 10% solution as well. For bioassay, water organisms (Vibrio fischeri, Desmodesmus subspicatus, Daphnia magna and Tubifex tubifex) situated in various trophic levels were used. All the tests were confirmed as suitable for the determination of chlorine’s adverse effects. Because the organisms’ reactions to the tested disinfectants varied, they can be arranged in the following rank order of sensitivity: V. fischeri ≥ D. subspicatus >> D. magna >> T. tubifex. The toxicity of the tested substances (NaOCl, SA, DoAm) depends on the length of exposure, the species of the organism and FAC (free available chlorine) content. The effective concentrations of the tested products ranged from 0.13 to 8.18 μL L–1, i.e., 0.014 to 0.26 mg L–1 of FAC. However, in the tests with T. tubifex and V. fischeri the toxic effect of NaOCl was the weakest; the tests with other two organisms confirmed this compound as the most toxic. Only for T. tubifex (96 hrs) did SA have a more adverse effect than DoAm.
Seed germination behavior of Teucrium santae Quézel & Simonneau: a vulnerable and endemic Lamiaceae (Northwest Algeria)
Authors: Bentekhici Meriem , Mehdadi Zoheir , Latreche Ali 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
As part of the ex-situ conservation of the rare plant species Teucrium santae (Lamiaceae), which is native to Algeria flora, we conducted this study under controlled conditions to determine the optimal circumstances for the germination of its seeds in terms of light, temperature, and water stress. The seeds showed a double dormancy that could be overcome using scarification with sulfuric acid combined with soaking in Gibberellic acid at 1,500 ppm. The seed’s photosensitivity was tested afterward and found to be indifferent. The highest final germination percentage (75%) was obtained at a temperature of 20 °C. The temperature has no significant effect on the velocity coefficient, unlike the initial germination day and the mean germination time which decrease with increasing temperature. On the opposite of the velocity coefficient, water stress results in a tremendous depressive effect on the final germination percentage, initial germination time and mean germination time. The value of –1.2 MPa constitutes the water potential beyond which germination becomes impossible.
Modern approach to the management of genitourinary syndrome in women with gynecological malignancies
Authors: Kovacevic Nina , Cilensek Ines , Merlo Sebastjan , Segedin Barbara 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Background
The term genitourinary syndrome of menopause was first used in 2014 by the North American Menopause Society and the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health to describe conditions previously known as atrophic vaginitis, urogenital atrophy, or vulvovaginal atrophy. It is a complex, chronic, progressive condition characterized by a wide range of signs and symptoms affecting sexual function and the tissues of the urinary and genital tracts. The main cause of genitourinary syndrome of menopause is estrogen deficiency caused by ovarian removal or dysfunction. The most bothersome symptoms are vaginal dryness, decreased vaginal lubrication, and pain during penetration and intercourse. They all have a negative impact on the quality of life.

Conclusions
The main goal of treatment is to relieve the symptoms. Treatment modalities are pharmacological or non-pharmacological. The first-line treatment for mild to moderate symptoms is the use of personal lubricants and moisturizers, but the gold standard is estrogen replacement therapy. Hormone therapy may not be an option for women with hormone-dependent cancer.
The portrait of a stranger: the hypereosinophilic syndrome with cardiac involvement
Authors: Ivănescu Andreea-Cristina , Petre Alexandru , Marincaș Andrei Sabin , Bădilă Elisabeta , Dan Gheorghe-Andrei 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Introduction
Hypereosinophilic syndrome is a rare clinical condition, and cardiac involvement confers a poor prognosis. Hypereosinophilic myocarditis is a medical emergency and targeted treatment should be started promptly even before a definitive diagnosis could be made.

Case presentation
A 27-year-old female patient is hospitalized for exertional dyspnea, chest pain, and fatigue for the past 2 weeks. She also describes left leg paresthesias. Clinical examination was in normal limits. ECG showed sinus tachycardia, QS pattern in V1–V4, and diffuse flattened T waves. Laboratory tests revealed increased inflammatory markers, hypereosinophilia, elevated cardiac enzymes, high NT-proBNP. Echocardiography revealed LV dysfunction (EF 31%), while cardiac MRI showed diffuse delayed enhancement with predominant subendocardial disposition. The electromyogram was suggestive of left tibial nerve neuropathy.
We interpreted the case as eosinophilic myocarditis with an urgent requirement of therapy and initiated high-dose glucocorticoid therapy and the GDMT 4-pillar heart failure treatment. We excluded common infectious, myeloproliferative syndromes, and frequent associated autoimmune diseases. With prednisone, the eosinophil count rapidly normalized and we gradually tapered the dose by 5 mg per week, however continuing with heart failure therapy. At monthly follow-up visits, there was a significant clinical improvement, with normalization of the eosinophilic count, and a near-normalization of myocardial function. The only symptom that persisted was paresthesias linked to left tibial neuropathy.

Conclusion
The surprisingly rapid and favorable course of the disease offers a high index of suspicion for a toxic or a reactive transitory etiology, however still unidentified. In our case, the cause of eosinophilia remained unknown, although we managed to narrow down the possible etiologies. A surprisingly good clinical response was obtained with non-specific treatment targeting mainly hyperosinophilic myocarditis.
A Significant Association between Parathyroid Adenoma Volume and Bone Mineral Loss at Distal Forearm
Authors: Gezer Emre , Zekey Ömer , Bayrak Büşra Yaprak , Cantürk Zeynep , Çetinarslan Berrin , Selek Alev , Sözen Mehmet , Köksalan Damla 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Introduction
The cortical bone is the most severely affected site in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) and thus, a low bone mineral density (BMD) is predominantly observed in distal forearm. Several studies have investigated potential associations between the weight of the gland and bone mineral loss. In this study, we wanted to investigate the relationship between parathyroid adenoma (PTA) volume and bone mineral loss.

Methods
All patients with a diagnosis of PHPT who were operated at our hospital, and with a histologically proven single PTA were retrospectively analyzed. Z-scores were used as the main variable in our analysis to eliminate the effects of age, sex and gonadal status on BMD.

Results
Total of 153 patients who met the inclusion criteria were eligible for the study. A significant negative correlation between the PTA volume and z-score for distal third of the radius (DR) (p = 0.006, r = -0.297) was shown. The cut-off value of gland volume for predicting cortical bone mineral loss was 9043.2 mm3. There was also a significant negative correlation between the 24-hour urine calcium and z-scores for lumbar vertebrae and total hip. A significant negative correlation was found between preoperative 25-hydroxy vitamin D levels and the PTA weight.

Conclusions
As the first study that evaluated any possible association between the volume of a parathyroid adenoma and bone mineral loss in patients with PHPT, we found a significant negative correlation between DR z-scores and resected gland volume. Since the volume of a PTA can also be determined by a preoperative US, our findings may be helpful during the preoperative evaluation of a patient with a preliminary diagnosis of PHPT.
NUT carcinoma in head and neck region: Case report with literature review
Authors: Patil Dipti , Patil Pradipta , Pol Jaydeep , Kadkol Girish , Phadke Madhura 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) has several variants based on its histopathological features. Nuclear protein in testis (NUT) carcinoma (NC) is a rare and aggressive variant of SCC, previously described exclusively in midline sites. The histopathological features of NC are similar to poorly differentiated carcinoma or undifferentiated carcinoma. Abrupt keratinization in an otherwise undifferentiated carcinoma is an important diagnostic clue. The confirmatory diagnosis is dependent on molecular techniques such as Immunohistochemistry, Fluorescent in situ hybridization technique or RT-PCR to detect mutations in NUT gene. It is most commonly found in middle aged, in lungs and head and neck regions. Since NC features overlap with poorly differentiated and undifferentiated carcinomas, these cases need to be suspected and evaluated for NUT gene mutations thoroughly. Due to their rarity and less known facts, NC cases are required to be reported on large scale.
Here, we report a middle-aged woman with a mass on the forehead diagnosed as NC based on molecular evaluation, with a review of the literature emphasizing the rarity of NUT carcinoma and the importance of careful histopathology as well as immunohistochemistry evaluation.
Empirical Relation Between Magnetic and Radiometric Survey in Bitumen Area, Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Ogunsanwo Fidelis Olatoyosi , Ayanda Jacob Dele , Mustapha Amidu Olalekan , Olatunji Abolaji Tobi , Ozebo Vitalis Chidi , Olurin Oluwaseun Tolutope , Alaka Afolabi Olufemi , Okeyode Itunu Comfort , Adepitan Johnson Olufemi , Olowofela Joseph Adeniyi 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
One of the vital roles played by both magnetic and radiometric surveys is identification and delineation of mineral deposits. The study area, Imeri, which lies between latitude 6 °45′N to 6 °48′N and longitude 3 °58′E to 3 °59′E, has been established for bitumen deposition. The responses of mineral deposition to different geophysical methods differ from place to place due to variation in climate and bedrock composition. In this study, two geophysical techniques—magnetic and radiometric methods—were adopted to investigate the magnetic anomalous and radiometric flux responses around the bitumen deposit area. The study also intends to establish a model-like relation between the radiometric parameters and the magnetic anomaly observed. Statistical inferences for the established relations were deduced using the t-test at 0.05 significance levels. The result obtained showed that uranium and thorium concentration responses along the two traverses were in good agreement with that of magnetic intensity. The claim was accounted for based on the correlation result, which ranged between 74%–79% and 84%–89% for uranium and thorium, respectively, with magnetic intensity along the two traverses. In order to validate the claim, the t-test was used. The result obtained showed that there exists no significant difference between the two geophysical methods; the result for the t-test has critical value > calculated value (p-values > 0.05). Based on this, the empirical relations were deduced for magnetic anomalous response and radiometric parameters. This work has therefore proven the two techniques to be versatile for bitumen prospecting in the study area.
INFLUENCE OF A LOW-FREQUENCY ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD ON THE GROWTH OF MICROORGANISMS ISOLATED FROM THE SURFACE OF WHEAT GRAIN
Authors: БАРЫШЕВ М.Г. , КРАВЦОВ А.А. , МЕЛКОНЯН К.К. , ВОЛЧЕНКО Н.Н. , ЛОБАНОВ В.Г. 
Published: July 2023

Применение электромагнитного поля (ЭМП) низкой частоты для повышения сохранности пищевых про- дуктов является перспективным направлением исследований. Представлены результаты экспериментов, в которых изучено влияние ЭМП в диапазоне частот от 5 до 19 Гц на рост микроорганизмов, выделенных из смывов с зерна яровой пшеницы. Культуры не идентифицировали.Обработку ЭМП трех образцов чистых культур микроорганизмов и 4-го образца – смеси культур проводили при комнатной температуре (22± 1)°С в течение 1 мин на выбранной частоте. Напряженность поля в месте нахождения образца составляла (550 ± 30) А/м. Показано, чтовоздействие ЭМП в иссле- дованном диапазоне способно приводить как к стимуляции, так и к угнетению роста микроорганизмов,обитающих на зерне пшенице. По итогам четырехсуточного наблюдения рост культур образцов 1 и 3 по большинству точек с досто- верностью был снижен относительно контроля (без обработки ЭМП), рост культуры образца 2 – стимулирован. Для смеси культур по итогам роста за четверо сут статистически достоверным оказалось только стимулирование роста.
The use of a low-frequency electromagnetic field (EMF) to improve the safety of food products is a promising area of research. Theresults of experiments are presented in which the effect of EMF in the frequency range from 5 to 19 Hz on the growth of microorganisms isolated from flushes from spring wheat grain is studied. Cultures were not identified. EMF treatment of 3 samples of pure cultures of microorganismsand the 4th sample – a mixture of cultures was carried out at room temperature (22 ± 1)°C for 1 min at the selected frequency. The fieldstrength at the sample location was (550 ± 30) A/m. According to the results of a four-day observation, the growth of cultures samples 1 and 3 at most points was significantly reduced relative to the control (without EMF treatment), the growth of culture sample 2 was stimulated. For a mixtureof cultures, based on the results of growth for 4 days, only growth stimulation turned out to be statistically significant.
KORELASI PENGETAHUAN COVID-19 DENGAN KEPATUHAN MENJALANI PROTOKOL KESEHATAN 5M PADA MAHASISWA FK UNTAR ANGKATAN 2020
Authors: Tjongarta Winny , Atzmardina Zita 
Published: July 2023

Pada bulan Desember 2019, seluruh dunia dihebohkan dengan munculnya virus baru yang mematikan, yaitu Coronavirus-19 (COVID-19). Penyakit tersebut menyebar sangat cepat dan menyebabkan kematian begitu tinggi, sehingga pemerintahan memberlakukan Pembatasan Sosial Berskala Besar (PSBB) dan memberlakukan protokol kesehatan 5M yang bertujuan untuk mencegah dan mengurangi penularan virus COVID-19. Untuk mencegah penularan tersebut masyarakat di anjurkan untuk menjaga jarak, mencuci tangan, menggunakan masker, mengurangi mobilitas, dan menjauhi kerumunan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui hubungan tingkat pengetahuan COVID-19 dengan sikap dan perilaku menjalani protokol kesehatan 5M pada mahasiswa FK UNTAR angkatan 2020. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian analitik memalui penyebaran kuesioner kepada responden. Hasil penelitian dari 76 responden menunjukkan pengetahuan yang baik, yaitu 67 responden (88,2%), sikap yang baik sebanyak 65 responden (85,5%), perilaku baik 73 responden (96,1%) dengan rata-rata usia responden ialah 20 (65,8%). Sehingga, didapatkan hubungan antara pengetahuan dengan sikap (P value 0,01 ; RR 1,64); hubungan antara pengetahuan dengan perilaku (P value 0.47;RR 1,57); tidak didapatkan hubungan antara sikap dan perilaku (P value 0.221 ; RR 1,39). Terdapat hubungan antara pengetahuan dan sikap, pengetahuan dan perilaku, tetapi tidak ditemukan hubungan antara sikap dan perilaku. Hal tersebut dapat terjadi karena jumlah responden yang sedikit atau ada faktor lain yang tidak diteliti. Oleh karena itu, bagi peneliti selanjutnya disarankan agar dapat mencari responden yang lebih bervariasi dan bukan hanya dari mahasiswa kedokteran.
Perancangan Islamic Youth Center di Pekanbaru dengan Pendekatan Arsitektur Islam
Authors: Ghina Amirah Najla , Al Husaini Muhd. Arief , Rijal Muhammad 
Published: July 2023

Kota Pekanbaru dengan julukannya sebagai Kota Madani memiliki visi untuk menjadi kota yang maju dan senantiasa berasaskan nilai-nilai religius melalui pengembangan masyarakat yang berperadaban dan agamis. Islam sebagai agama mayoritas di Pekanbaru, turut berperan penting dalam pembinaan para pemuda sebagai pelaku pembangunan dan cermin peradaban di masa depan. Namun penting untuk disadari, pemuda adalah generasi yang paling terpengaruh oleh adanya globalisasi yang tak hanya memberikan dampak positif, tetapi juga dampak negatif. Konsumsi budaya hidup kebarat-baratan secara tidak langsung menyebabkan merosotnya nilai-nilai agama Islam dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Perancangan Islamic Youth Center di Pekanbaru ini bertujuan untuk mewadahi kegiatan dan kebutuhan pemuda muslim melalui fasilitas yang edukatif, rekreatif, serta menarik bagi minat, bakat, dan potensi yang dimiliki para pemuda muslim Pekanbaru. Menerapkan konsep “Hablun” yang berasal dari tiga jenis ikatan yang terbentuk dalam proses beribadah kepada Allah SWT, serta menggunakan pendekatan arsitektur Islam agar perancangan tidak menyelisihi ketentuan dalam syariat Islam, perancangan ini diharapkan mampu menjadi jawaban atas kondisi yang dihadapi generasi muslim muda di Pekanbaru.
Latar Belakang Penilaian Pengguna Terhadap Kualitas Ruang Terbuka Publik Pelataran Masjid Gedhe Kauman Yogyakarta
Authors: Saputra Wahyu , Rahmayanti Rahmayanti 
Published: July 2023

Ruang terbuka publik merupakan hal yang penting untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup masyarakat. Para peneliti telah menyelidiki cara untuk menilai ruang terbuka publik yang baik. Meski demikian, berbagai aspek yang digunakan untuk mengevaluasi kualitas ruang terbuka publik masih perlu dielaborasi secara mendalam. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendalami berbagai aspek yang digunakan untuk menilai kualitas ruang terbuka publik berdasarkan persepsi pengguna. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian campuran sekuensial eksplanatori. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa aspek keamanan, kenyamanan, dan aksesibilitas memiliki latar belakang penilaian yang berbeda yang ditunjukkan oleh adanya nilai simpangan 0,50 dari penilaian kedua kelompok pengguna dan tidak ada latar belakang yang berbeda untuk aspek image.
Studi Literatur : Media Interaktif Terhadap Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik Kelas V Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Rihani Athiya Luthfiani , Maksum Arifin , Nurhasanah Nina 
Published: July 2023

Kemajuan teknologi yang menghadapi dunia pendidikan terus berkembang. Penggunaan media pembelajaran berbantuan teknologi perlu disikapi oleh guru agar dapat membantu proses pembelajaran di kelas. Media pembelajaran yang baik akan memberikan stimulasi dan juga mendorong hasil belajar. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui peningkatan hasil belajar peserta didik kelas V pada pembelajaran IPA di Sekolah Dasar menggunakan media interaktif iSpring Suite. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi literatur atau literature review. Langkah penelitian yang dilakukan adalah mengidentifikasi topik pada tulisan, meringkas, dan menarik kesimpulan terkait pengetahuan yang dibahas. Peneliti menggali informasi melalui laman Sinta, Scopus, DOAJ, dan Google Scholar. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan media interaktif iSpring Suite dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar IPA peserta didik kelas V Sekolah Dasar Penggunaan media pembelajaran yang tepat dan selaras dengan tujuan pembelajaran yang telah ditetapkan dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar peserta didik.
Organizational Justice and its Relationship with Job Involvement in Saudi Government Ministries
Authors: Alsharah Atallah Mohammed Tayser 
Published: July 2023

Purpose: This study aims to Investigate employees’ perception of Organizational Justice and its relationship with job involvement in Saudi Government Ministries.

Theoretical framework: Organizational justice in the organization is one of the most important factors that shape attitudes and behaviors of employees towards their organizations and focuses on employees understanding the extent of integrity laws and procedures followed by employees. Therefore, any defect or error in these laws and regulations or methods of implementation will lead to a negative result regarding the involvement of employees in their work and the extent to which they are connected to the job in which they work because of their sense of injustice in their organizations. Hence, this study is intended to investigate the relationship nature between organizational justice and job involvement in Saudi ministries.

Design/Methodology/Approach: The study population includes all employees in Saudi Government Ministries with different job names. Due to the large size of the study population and for selecting a representative sample for this publication, a random sample from these Ministries' employees was used. A descriptive-analytical method was used due to its appropriateness to this study.

Findings: The study concluded a set of results; the most important is that there is a positive relationship between organizational justice in its various dimensions (distribution justice, procedures justice dealing justice) and employee job involvement in Saudi Ministries.

Research, Practical & Social Implications: The study showed high employee job involvement in Saudi Ministries, and there is a sense of organizational justice availability with all its dimensions in Saudi Ministries.

Originality/Value: This study is considered one of the first studies dealing with organizational justice and its relationship with job involvement in Saudi ministries. Consequently, the study results will provide decision-makers in the Saudi public sector with important information on the organizational justice level and its relationship with employees' jobs in Saudi ministries. So, this helps them in making proper decisions to improve efficiency, and effectiveness and enhance productivity.
Exploring the Relationship Among Foreign Direct Investment, Technology Transfer and Economic Growth: A Case of the Lower Northern Region in Thailand
Authors: Wattanadumrong Bhagaporn , Liampreecha Wasin , Rattanawiboonsom Vichayanan 
Published: July 2023

Purpose: This article aimed to examine factors determining Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) leading to technology transfer on economic growth in Thailand and to study policies related to foreign investment promotion.

Theoretical framework: The target variables were formed to set up a model specification to estimate the relationship between determinants in terms of technology transfer, FDI, and economic growth of Thailand.

Design/Methodology/Approach: The research scope covered and explored the relevant dataset of each expected variable from 1995 – 2021 and some target companies enquired in 2021. The secondary data included FDI at regional level, Gross provincial products (GPP), the number of establishment enterprises in the province and others.

Findings: The major factors determined FDI included the number of labour, the number of establishments, consumer price index, the value of investment and the number of internet users. These determinants had significant relationship with the GPP. Most entrepreneurs confirmed that technology transfer affected the investment decision.

Research, practical & social implications: The researchers indicated that there was significant relationship among the GPP and other independent variables ;for instance, the number of labour, the number of establishments, the FDI, and the number of internet users. The government plans reflected the investment mechanism and extensively stimulated the region’s development.

Originality/Value: The value of this research confirmed that technology adopted increased productivity in the production processes. The government created the investment promotion through the infrastructure and facilities which would support the area-based regional development.