bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Exploring Trachyspermum ammi and Foeniculum vulgare in Hydroponic System and Compare its Chemical Constituents with
Soil-Based Method: A Prospective in Agriculture
Authors: Debnath Shilpa , Sharma Alok 
Published: June 2023

Background:
The forthcoming problems will be of food, and soil due to environmental
alteration, growing populations, pollution, and exhaustion of natural resources
among other factors. Hydroponic farming has the capacity to alleviate the intimidation of
these con-cerned issues in the agricultural system. Hydroponics is recommended as an alternative
way to enhance product yield compared to conventional agriculture.

Objective:
The present study aimed to determine the different growth parameters and constituents
of soil-grown and hydroponically grown Trachyspermum ammi and Foeniculum
vulgare for the first time, which could be a patentable in future.

Methods:
In this study, extraction was carried out by maceration method using methanol as
a solvent whereas, growth parameters were performed by the leaves number, plant height,
and leaf area. Chlorophyll content was also performed in both sources. Further, a comparison
of chemical constituents from different sources was analyzed by GC-MS.

Results:
The bioactive com- ponents in hydroponically grown T. ammi were found
more as compared to soil-grown T. ammi. The GC-MS analysis revealed the presence
of various compounds in the methanolic extract of plant materials.

Conclusion:
Hence, hydroponics could be an alternative in agriculture and this system is
now accepted globally. This method provides diverse perspectives for farmers to harvest
high-yield, better quality, and enhanced bioactive compounds.
Fabrication, Optimization, and Evaluation of Transdermal Patch: As an
Alternative and Effective Transdermal Delivery System for Nebivolol HCl
Authors: Patil Archana S. , Birkodi Shraja , Masareddy Rajashree S. , Rajpurohit Manisha 
Published: June 2023

Background:
Nebivolol HCl is a unique third-generation beta blocker that has less oral bioavailability
and exhibits various adverse effects like gastrointestinal disturbance and abdominal pain.

Objective:
This study aimed to formulate and evaluate nebivolol HCl transferosomal transdermal
patches to reduce the problems associated with oral delivery of the drug and enhancement of drug permeation
through the skin.

Methodds:
Nebivolol HCl loaded transferosomes were prepared by thin film hydration method. Eight
formulations were prepared based on the two independent variables, type of surfactant (Tween 80 and
Span 80) and Phospholipid: Edge activator ratio and were evaluated for their vesicle size, PDI, and entrapment
efficiency. The optimized formulations were incorporated into transdermal patches, which
were evaluated for physicochemical properties, in-vitro and ex-vivo permeation, skin irritancy, and stability
studies.

Results:
The vesicle size of the transferosomes ranged from 49nm to 93nm, and EE% varied from 39%
to 79%. Vesicles formed with Span 80 as an edge activator showed smaller vesicle size and greater
EE% as compared to Tween 80. Based on the results, TW4 and SP4 were selected as the optimized
formulations for further incorporation into the transdermal patches. In-vitro and ex-vivo permeation
studies showed permeation in the order F2 > F3 > F1, indicating that transferosomal formulations
showed superior permeation of the drug compared to plain Nebivolol HCl patches. Span 80 transferosomes
showed a slightly better permeation than Tween 80. Stability studies showed that transferosomes
and the transdermal patches demonstrated good stability under proper storage conditions.

Conclusion:
The study concluded that transferosomal patches of Nebivolol HCl could be used as a potential
approach with effective transdermal delivery for the management of hypertension.
PENGARUH METODE PELATIHAN SMASH BERPASANGAN DAN SMASH INDIVIDU TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN SMASH
PADA SISWA EKSTRAKURIKULER
BOLA VOLI SMKN 1 SUKASADA
TAHUN 2019
Authors: . Wayan Santika Lesdaya , . Syarif Hidayat, S.Pd, M.Pd. , . I Kadek Happy Kardiawan, S.Pd., M.Pd. 
Published: June 2023

ABSTRAK

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui (1) pengaruh metode pelatihan smash berpasangan terhadap kemampuan smash pada olahraga bola voli, (2) pengaruh metode pelatihan smash individu terhadap kemampuan smash pada olahraga bola voli. Dan (3) perbedaan pengaruh metode pelatihan smash berpasangan dan smash individu terhadap kemampuan smash pada siswa ekstrakurikuler bola voli SMKN 1 Sukasada tahun 2019 yang berjumlah 30 orang. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode eksperimen semu dengan rancangan the modified pre-test post-test group design. Analisis data menggunakan statistic uji-t pada taraf signifikasi (α) 0,05. Hasil analisis data (1) pelatihan smash berpasangan berpengaruh terhadap kemampuan smash pada olahraga bola voli, dengan hasil thitung = 14,379> ttabel = 1,7613.(02) pelatihan smash individu berpengaruh terhadap kemampuan smash pada olahraga bola voli dengan hasil thitung= 15,120> ttabel = 1,7613, dan (3) tidak terdapat perbedaan pengaruh yang signifikan metode pelatihan smash berpasangan dan smash individu terhadap kemampuan smash pada siswa ekstrakurikuler bola voli SMKN 1 sukasada tahun 2019.
Kata Kunci : pelatihan smash berpasangan, pelatihan smash individu, bola voli.
Abstract

This study aimed to determine (1) the effect of paired smash training method on smash skills in volleyball sports, (2) the effect of individual smash training method on smash skills in volleyball sports, and (3) the differences between the effect of paired smash training methods and individual smash method on students’ smash skill in volleyball extracurricular at SMK Negeri 1 Sukasada in 2019 which amounted 30 people. This study used a quasi-experimental method with the modified pre-test and post-test group design. Data analysis used t-test statistics at a significance level (α) of 0.05. The result of data analysis (1) paired smash training affect the smash skill in volleyball sport, with the result of t count = 14,379> t table = 1.7613. (02) individual smash training affect the smash skill in volleyball sport,with the results of t count = 15,120> t table = 1.7613, and (3) there is no significant difference in the effect of paired smash training method and individual smash method on the students’ smash skill on volleyball extracurricular at SMK 1 sukasada in 2019.
keyword : paired smash training, individual smash training, volleyball.
Combined altitude depleted oxygen vis-à-vis hypobaric hypoxia: Efficacy in hypoxia indoctrination
Authors: Purushothaman Sanjay , Sarkar Ranjan , Joshi Vijay Vishnu , Ningaiah Manu 
Published: June 2023

Introduction:
The Combined Altitude and Depleted Oxygen (CADO), as an alternate method for hypoxia indoctrination, has the dual advantages of exposing to an altitude less than the threshold for decompression sickness, a known risk in training using Hypobaric Hypoxia (HH) while accounting for the pressure changes due to altitude, a limitation of using normobaric hypoxia.

Objectives:
This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of CADO in hypoxia indoctrination by comparing it with the time-tested gold standard method of HH.

Material and Methods:
Forty subjects were exposed to both CADO and HH, simulating 25,000 ft for a maximum period of 5 min. CADO was achieved by combining exposure to an altitude of 10,000 ft in the hypobaric chamber and breathing a hypoxic gas mixture of 10.3% oxygen and 89.7% nitrogen. Physiological parameters (oxygen saturation, heart rate, and respiratory rate) and psychomotor performance (dual task test component of pSuMEDhA) were compared between the two exposures. The incidence and severity of subjective symptoms were also compared at the end of exposures.

Results:
No significant difference was observed in the physiological parameters and psychomotor performance during the two exposures. Out of the 24 common symptoms of hypoxia assessed, there was a higher incidence of 20 symptoms in subjects exposed to HH compared to CADO. The severity of 15 symptoms was also found to be significantly greater (P < 0.05) in subjects exposed to HH.

Conclusion:
The similarity of physiological changes in CADO and HH shows the potential application of CADO as a tool for hypoxia demonstration. However, in view of decreased incidence and severity of subjective symptoms in CADO compared to HH, CADO cannot be considered equivalent to the gold standard (HH) for hypoxia indoctrination for high-risk individuals, namely, aircrew and combat free fall personnel. CADO as a modality can be used as a tool for hypoxia demonstration for persons not involved in flying duties and for high-altitude research.
Prevalence of barodontalgia in Brazilian aviation pilots and flight attendants
Authors: Lipisk Kendy Daniel , Lacerda William Fernandes , Baracho Ana Clélia Clélia Roussenq , de Lima Antonio Adilson Soares 
Published: June 2023

Introduction:Barodontalgia is an unusual toothache associated with a change in atmospheric pressure. Many cases of barodontalgia occur in teeth that already have some clinical alteration: deep caries lesions, previous restorative treatment, pulp necrosis, pulpitis, inflammatory periapical lesions, and failed dental restoration. The occurrence of barodontalgia is more common in climbers, divers, and aviation professionals. The objective of this research was to investigate the prevalence and characteristics of barodontalgia in Brazilian pilots, copilots, and flight attendants.Material and Methods:An electronic questionnaire with ten questions about barodontalgia was applied to a group of aviation professionals.Results:One hundred and forty captains, 23 copilots, and 95 flight attendants (174 men and 84 women) answered the questionnaire. The prevalence of barodontalgia in this sample was 21.7%. There was a low correlation between barodontalgia and age (CI = −0.233) and length of service in the profession (CI = −0.272). Barodontalgia was more frequent during the cruise (57.1%) and landing phases (25%). Mandibular molars were the teeth most affected by barodontalgia (48.2%). Most aviation professionals who manifested barodontalgia used to visit the dentist more than once a year.Conclusion:The prevalence of barodontalgia in Brazilian crew members was high and mainly affects male flight attendants.
Impact of Reverse Logistics on Firm’s Survival in Kumasi: The Role of Organisational Culture
Authors: Okyere S. , Osei A. , Akuh R. , Egyiri T. 
Published: June 2023

Purpose: The study aimed to investigate the impact of reverse logistics on firms’ survival and the role of organizational culture. It ascertained the forms of reverse logistics practices adopted by the selected firms, and determined the effect of reverse logistics on organizational survival. It then assessed the influence of organizational culture on the relationship between reverse logistics and firms’ survival.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The researchers used an exploratory design with a structured questionnaire with a sample size of one hundred and fifty-one (151). Purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to contact five (5) firms in Kumasi and descriptive statistics were employed to analyse the data. Regression analysis was employed to examine the relationship between organizational culture and the survival of firms in the context of reverse logistics.
Findings: The results show that remanufacturing, reusing, recycling, repackaging, redistribution, reselling, and repairing and reconditioning are some of the major forms of reverse logistics practiced in these firms. Also, reverse logistics have a positive effect on organizational survival. Again, the introduction of organizational culture depicted that variation in organizational survival depended more on organizational culture than reverse logistics.
Research Limitation: The organizational culture, business environment, and cultural dynamics in Ghana may differ from other countries or regions. Therefore, the results of this study should be interpreted within the Ghanaian context, and caution should be exercised when applying them to other contexts.
Practical Implications: The study recommended the adoption by firms to use reverse logistics activities in order to survive and pay more attention to organizational culture.
Social Implications: The study encourages Ghanaian firms to adopt more sustainable practices within their reverse logistics operations.
Originality/Value: The study connects the domains of reverse logistics and firm survival. This integration adds novelty by examining how the organizational culture's impact on reverse logistics practices ultimately contributes to the survival and long-term success of firms in Ghana.
O ENSINO DE CIÊNCIAS E AS RELAÇÕES ÉTNICO-RACIAIS EM DISSERTAÇÕES E TESES (2009-2021): ENTRE AUSÊNCIAS E EMERGÊNCIAS
Authors: Brito Rafael Casaes de , Eugênio Benedito Gonçalves 
Published: June 2023

Este artigo apresenta os resultados parciais de pesquisa em andamento, acerca das Relações Étnico-Raciais no Ensino de Ciências. O texto objetiva analisar de que maneira as dissertações e teses defendidas no Brasil, nos programas das áreas de Ensino e de Educação no período de 2009 a 2021, abordam a temática das Relações Étnico-Raciais no Ensino de Ciências. A pesquisa se configura como de Revisão Sistemática de Literatura (RSL) de caráter qualitativo. No processo de busca utilizou-se os descritores Relações Étnico-Raciais, Relações Raciais e Ensino de Ciências com o operador booleano AND. Tendo como aporte teórico os estudos decoloniais e as Epistemologias do sul, de Boaventura de Souza Santos, as análises foram realizadas em aproximação epistêmica com a Sociologia das ausências. Os resultados apontam que as pesquisas sobre as Relações Étnico-Raciais no Ensino de Ciências são um campo em consolidação, permitindo evidenciar que no espaço da sala de aula faz-se necessário construir pedagogias engajadas, que tragam para o debate a expressiva contribuição dos povos subalternizados, a exemplo de negros e indígenas, para a construção do conhecimento científico, a fim de retirar da centralidade dos currículos a hegemonia brancocêntrica no Ensino de Ciências.
Reliability of Upper Extremity Functional Performance Tests for Overhead Sports Activities
Authors: Riemann Bryan L , Wilk Kevin E , Davies George J 
Published: June 2023

Background There is lack of consensus on which tests, particularly upper extremity functional performance tests (FPT) that should be used for clinical decision making to progress a patient through a rehabilitation program or criteria for return to sport (RTS). Consequently, there is a need for tests with good psychometric properties that can be administered with minimal equipment and time. Purpose (1) To establish the intersession reliability of several open kinetic chain FPT in healthy young adults with a history of overhead sport participation. (2) To examine the intersession reliability of the limb symmetry indices (LSI) from each test. Study Design Test-retest reliability, single cohort study. Methods Forty adults (20 males, 20 females) completed four upper extremity FPT during two data collection sessions three to seven days apart: 1) prone medicine ball drop test 90°shoulder abduction (PMBDT 90°), 2) prone medicine ball drop test 90°shoulder abduction/90° elbow flexion (PMBDT 90°-90°), 3) half-kneeling medicine ball rebound test (HKMBRT), 4) seated single arm shot put test (SSASPT). Measures of systematic bias, absolute reliability and relative reliability were computed between the sessions for both the original test scores and LSI. Results Except for the SSASPT, all tests demonstrated significant (p ≤ 0.030) improvements in performance during the second session. Generally, for the medicine ball drop/rebound tests, the absolute reliability was the highest (less random error) for the HKMBRT, next the PMBDT 90°followed by PMBDT 90°-90°. Excellent relative reliability existed for the PMBDT 90°, HKMBRT, and SSASPT, whereas fair to excellent relative reliability for the PMBDT 90°-90°. The SSASPT LSI revealed the highest relative and absolute reliability. Conclusion Two tests, HKMBRT and SSASPT demonstrated sufficient reliability; therefore, the authors’ recommend those tests can be used for serial assessments to advance a patient through a rehabilitation program as well as criteria for progression to RTS. Level of Evidence 3
Isokinetic Training Program to Improve the Physical Function and Muscular Performance of an Individual with Partial Injury of the Medial Meniscus: A Case Report
Authors: Obara Karen , Silva Pedro , Silva Mariana , Mendes Fagner , Santiago Gabriel , Oliveira Ihan , Cardoso Jefferson 
Published: June 2023

Background and Purpose One of the best alternatives for the treatment of meniscal injuries in relation to surgical procedures, is exercise. This case report aimed to describe the effects of isokinetic training and a neuromuscular/proprioceptive exercise program on muscle performance and physical function in an individual after a rupture of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus. Study Design Case report. Case Description A 40-year-old man injured his right knee during a soccer match, with a partial lesion of the medial meniscus confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging. He completed an isokinetic training program in addition to exercises that targeted proprioception (22 sessions, 11 weeks) to improve physical function and performance, which were assessed before and after treatment and at a six-month follow-up. An individual with similar anthropometric characteristics was chosen to be used as a control for understanding the patient’s assessment values. Outcomes Muscular performance of the knee flexors and extensors was evaluated isokinetically using the Biodex System-4 in a concentric mode at angular velocities of 60, 120, and 300 °/s . The main results indicated that after 11 weeks, the peak torque normalized to body mass (PT/BM), at 60 °/s of the knee extensors remained unchanged (2.54 N.m/kg) (below the control value - 3.06 N.m/kg), and at the six-month follow-up, increased by approximately 20% (3.08 N.m/kg). For the hamstrings, at 60 °/s, an increase of 18 % occurred after intervention (1.98 N.m/kg) and by approximately 30 % at the six-month follow-up (2.12 N.m/kg) - values much higher than the control 1.55 N.m/kg). This increase in the PT/BM was also reflected in the Hamstrings:Quadriceps ratio (78 %) after treatment which improved at follow-up (68 %). Discussion The results showed that the isokinetic training and neuromuscular/proprioceptive exercises improved the muscle performance of the knee flexors and extensors, after eleven weeks of intervention, and remained (or continued to improve) at the six-month follow-up. Level of evidence 5, single case report
Effect of Scapular Retraction on Lower Trapezius, Infraspinatus, and Deltoid Muscle Electromyographic Activity During the Side-Lying Abduction Exercise
Authors: Tsuruike Masaaki , Ellenbecker Todd S. 
Published: June 2023

Background The lower trapezius (LT) muscle, which stabilizes the scapula posteriorly during arm elevation, has been interesting to both clinicians and researchers for its importance in throwing-related shoulder rehabilitation and injury prevention. Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate the electromyographic activity of the LT and other relevant muscles during scapular and shoulder activities in the side-lying position. Methods Twenty collegiate baseball players volunteered to participate in this study. Electromyographic (EMG) output of the lower trapezius, infraspinatus, posterior deltoid, middle deltoid, serratus anterior, and upper trapezius muscles were collected. All the subjects performed isometric resistance exercises in four arm positions: 0° horizontal abduction from the coronal plane (NEUT) with protraction (NEUT-PRO), 15° horizontal adduction from the coronal plane (HADD) with protraction (HADD-PRO), and NEUT with retraction (NEUT-RET), and HADD-RET in a side-lying isometric abduction exercise with two external loads: a 9.1 kg dumbbell and 40% of the manual muscle test (MMT). The subjects also performed two more isometric resistance exercises: supine protraction and side-lying external rotation (ER) of the glenohumeral (GH) joint in GH adduction at 90° of GH ER or with as much ER as possible. All raw EMG data were normalized to maximal voluntary isometric contraction (% MVIC) of the corresponding muscle. Results LT activity was significantly greater in HADD-RET with 9.1 kg than that of HADD-PRO (p < 0.001) (55 vs 21% MVIC) while middle deltoid muscle activity was significantly decreased in both NEUT and HADD-RET compared to that of NEUT and HADD-PRO (p < 0.001). In contrast, IS muscle activity was significantly increased in HADD-RET with 9.1 kg compared with that 40% MMT (p < 0.001) (41 vs 22% MVIC). Conclusion LT activity was modulated by changes in scapulothoracic and glenohumeral joint positioning during a side-lying isometric abduction exercise. These findings may help clinicians to select exercises to improve scapular muscle balance ratios during rehabilitation of the shoulder complex. Level of Evidence Level 3b, Controlled laboratory study
Performance, Test-retest Reliability, and Measurement Error of the Upper Limb Seated Shot Put Test According to Different Positions of Execution
Authors: Tagliarini Gustavo O , Junior José R. de S , Barbosa Glauber M, P , Secchi Leonardo L B 
Published: June 2023

BACKGROUND The unilateral Seated Shot-Put Test (USSPT) is an easy to apply, inexpensive tool that can be used to assess shoulder performance unilaterally. Two different positions of execution have been described in previous studies, however, differences regarding reference values and psychometric properties were not assessed. PURPOSE To investigate the performance, test-retest reliability and measurement error of the USSPT according to different positions of execution (floor versus chair) in overhead athletes. The hypothesis was that both positions would present similar values, good to excellent test-retest reliability and clinically acceptable measures. STUDY DESIGN Test-retest reliability. METHODS Forty-four overhead athletes performed the USSPT on the floor (USSPT-F) and on a chair (USSPT-C). Normative values were established according to gender, age, and dominance. Test-retest reliability was determined using Intraclass Correlation Coefficient and measurement error through Standard Error of Measurement, Smallest Detectable Change, as well as Bland and Altman plots. RESULTS Reference values for both positions were provided. Women performed better on the USSPT-C than USSPT-F. Excellent test-retest reliability 0.97 (0.89 – 0.99) for dominant side and 0.95 (0.80 – 0.98) for non-dominant side was found for the USSPT-F. Moderate to excellent reliability 0.91 (0.67 – 0.98) for dominant side and 0.74 (0.01 – 0.93) for non-dominant side was found for the USSPT-C. Presence of systematic error (14.76 cm) was found only for USSPT-C dominant (p=0.011). CONCLUSION Differences were found only for women with better performance on the USSPT-C. The USSPT-F presented higher reliability values. Both tests presented clinically acceptable measures. Presence of systematic error was found only in the USSPT-C. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE 3