bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The Messy Nature of Fiber Spectra: Star–Quasar Pairs Masquerading as Dual Type 1 AGNs
Authors: Pfeifle Ryan W. , Rothberg Barry , Weaver Kimberly A. , Sexton Remington O. , Cann Jenna M. , Secrest Nathan J. , Reefe Michael A. , Bohn Thomas 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Theoretical studies predict that the most significant growth of supermassive black holes (SMBHs) occurs in late-stage mergers, coinciding with the manifestation of dual active galactic nuclei (AGNs), and both major and minor mergers are expected to be important for dual AGN growth. In fact, dual AGNs in minor mergers should be signposts for efficient minor-merger-induced SMBH growth for both the more and less massive progenitor. We identified two candidate dual AGNs residing in apparent minor mergers with mass ratios of ∼1:7 and ∼1:30. Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS) fiber spectra show broad and narrow emission lines in the primary nuclei of each merger while only a narrow [O iii] emission line and a broad and prominent Hα/[N ii] complex is observed in the secondary nuclei. The FWHMs of the broad Hα lines in the primary and secondary nuclei are inconsistent in each merger, suggesting that each nucleus in each merger hosts a Type 1 AGN. However, spatially resolved Large Binocular Telescope optical spectroscopy reveals rest-frame stellar absorption features, indicating the secondary sources are foreground stars and that the previously detected broad lines are likely the result of fiber spillover effects induced by the atmospheric seeing at the time of the SDSS observations. This study demonstrates for the first time that optical spectroscopic searches for Type 1/Type 1 pairs similarly suffer from fiber spillover effects as has been observed previously for Seyfert 2 dual AGN candidates. The presence of foreground stars may not have been clear if an instrument with more limited wavelength range or limited sensitivity had been used.
Dans l’interstice du silence de la méditation : la spiritualité ?
Authors: Nizard Caroline 
Published: March 2023

À la lumière de terrains ethnographiques au sein d’une retraite silencieuse Vipassana et d’une formation MBSR, mindfulness based stress reduction , cet article s’intéresse au processus de transformation, à la performativité des perceptions corporelles, des pratiques qui amènent à la construction du sujet comme méditant, en mettant l’accent sur le silence, parfois interprété comme une expression de la spiritualité. Si la MBSR se définit comme « laïque » alors que le courant Vipassana se présente comme issu du bouddhisme Théravada, comment les pratiquants peuvent-ils être amenés à rencontrer les mêmes expériences ? Mots-clés : Méditation. Spiritualité. Ethnographie. Silence. Expérience.
L’écospiritualité : se relier aux êtres de la Terre
Authors: Chamel Jean 
Published: March 2023

À partir de l’ethnographie des réseaux enchevêtrés de la collapsologie de l’écopsychologie, cet article montre comment l’écospiritualité, vécue au travers de pratiques de mise en relation directe avec le cosmos et les êtres qui le peuplent, repose sur la vision moniste d’une « immanence transcendantale ». Cette spiritualité écologique répond au besoin de donner du sens à un monde qui n’en a plus guère pour ces écologistes, en mettant l’accent sur un idéal d’harmonie à (re)composer avec les « autres qu’humains ». L’écospiritualité n’implique donc pas nécessairement une relation au divin – ce qui est le sens original de la notion de spiritualité – mais celle-ci reste possible et est mobilisée par les acteurs se réclamant d’une écospiritualité chrétienne de type panenthéiste, non sans risquer d’être réduits à des « adorateurs de Gaïa ».
Effect of Gaseous Ozone on Transverse and Impact Strengths of Heat Cure Acrylic Resin
Authors: Kadhim Baraa Hasan , Mahmood Wasmaa S. 
Published: March 2023

Introduction:
This study aimed to find out how exposure to gaseous ozone affected heat-cured acrylic resin’s transverse and impact strengths.

Methods:
Sixty samples of heat-cured acrylic resin were prepared and divided into three subgroups, control, microwave radiation (positive control), and gaseous ozone. Transverse strength and impact strength were evaluated using testing machines. At a level of significance of 5%, data were assessed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Tukey’s post hoc test.

Results:
Transverse strength analysis showed a significant difference among groups (P < 0.001). Post hoc test revealed significant differences between all multiple groups (P < 0.001). Impact strength analysis results showed a non-significant difference among groups (P = 0.13).

Conclusion:
Within the limits of this research, it is possible to conclude that gaseous ozone exposure improves the transverse strength of heat-cure acrylic resin.
Effect of Incorporation of Boron Nitride Nanoparticles on Impact Strength and Surface Roughness of Heat Cure Poly Methyl Methacrylate Resin
Authors: Hussein Hussein Ali M. , Al-Judy Hikmat J. 
Published: March 2023

Background:
The objective of this research was to explore how the addition of boron nitride (BN) nanoparticles in the concentrations of 1% and 1.5% w/w affect the impact strength and surface roughness of heat-cured poly methyl methacrylate resin (PMMA).

Methods:
Sixty specimens were made from heat-cured acrylic resin and then divided into control, 1%, and 1.5% w/w BN groups. The impact strength and surface roughness were investigated. One-way ANOVA and Tukey’s post hoc test were used for data analysis.

Results:
Statistically significant difference is found among the three study groups regarding impact strength (P = 0.011) and surface roughness test (P <  0.001). The post hoc test showed significant differences for all multiple comparisons for the surface roughness test (P < 0.001). Yet, multiple comparisons for the impact strength test revealed only a significant difference between the 1.5% BN and control groups (P = 0.005).

Conclusion:
The addition of boron BN into PMMA improves impact strength with 1.5% concentration; while adversely increase the surface roughness.
Assessment of Elongation Percentage, Tensile, and Tear Strength of Filler Particles
Authors: Hasan Mays H. , Fatalla Abdalbseet A. 
Published: March 2023

Introduction:
We aimed to assess how the addition of nano tellurium oxide (TeO2) filler particles affected the elongation percentage, tensile strength, and tear strength of the maxillofacial silicone elastomer.

Methods:
Thirty samples were created by adding nano TeO2 powder (518.9 nm) at percentages of 0%, 3%, and 5% w/w into the RTV VST-50 silicon elastomer. Elongation percentage, tensile, and tear strength were assessed according to the specifications of ISO 37:2017 using a computerized universal testing device. Data were analyzed with one-way ANOVA and Tukey’s honest significant difference test using MedCalc 20.104.

Results:
There were statistically significant differences regarding elongation percentage, tensile, and tear strength among study groups (P < 0.001). All of the post hoc comparisons showed statistically significant differences (P ≤ 0.002).

Conclusion:
The addition of 5% and 3% nano TeO2 filler particle significantly increases the elongation percentage, tensile strength, and tear strength of maxillofacial silicone in comparison with the control group, concentration-dependently.
The Occupational Prestige of the Physiotherapy Profession
Authors: Uchenwoke Chigozie I. , Mba Oliver C. , Anieto Ijeoma B. , Ede Stephen S. , Ezeukwu Antoninus O. , Okoh Chisom F. 
Published: March 2023

Background:
Occupational prestige defines the social standing of a profession. It is a useful indicator of the profession’s marketability and desirability.

Objectives:
This study aimed at determining the perception of Nigerian students on the prestige of the physiotherapy profession relative to some other selected occupations, and how their perception was influenced by some selected sociodemographics.

Materials and Methods:
Four hundred and twenty-two copies of a self-administered questionnaire were distributed, completed, and returned from students on the two campuses in Southeastern Nigeria. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Kendall’s W, and chi-square analysis.

Results:
Respondents included 212 males (50.2%) and 210 females (49.8%). Most of them were between the ages of 20 and 30 years (88.6%). The result of the study showed that Physiotherapy was ranked second on the levels of education, social standing, and responsibility; and third on the levels of income and usefulness to society. The only sociodemographics that influenced the overall perceived occupational prestige of the Physiotherapy profession significantly were age and gender (P < 0.05).

Conclusion:
There is a need to further improve and maintain the social standing of the physiotherapy profession, to bring about a more improved perception of their profession by the students and the public.
Sex Hormones, Antioxidants and Lipid Profile of Aqueous Cucumis sativus L. (cucumber) Treated Male Rats
Authors: Obembe Olawale O. , Abayomi Taiwo A. , Tokunbo Olorunfemi S. , Dare Joseph B. , Usman Taofeek O. 
Published: March 2023

Background:

Cucumis sativus (cucumber) is regarded as a healthy fruit because of the beneficial effects of its phytochemical constituents. However, there is a deficit of information about its effect on male reproductive physiology.

Objective:
This study was conducted to investigate the effect of aqueous extract of C. sativus (AECS) on male reproductive hormones, oxidative stress biomarkers, and lipid profile.

Materials and Methods:
Ten male rats were randomly assigned into two (control and treated) groups (n = 5). In the treated group, a single dose of AECS (500 mg/kg) was administered daily for 6 weeks and thereafter sacrificed under sodium pentobarbital anesthesia. Blood was collected and analyzed for sex hormones, antioxidants, and lipid profile markers. The testicular homogenate was also analyzed for antioxidants.

Results:
The AECS increased (P < 0.05) serum testosterone and luteinizing hormone levels (4.43 ± 0.34 and 7.50 ± 1.31, respectively) when compared with the control. Also, testicular catalase and serum level of high-density lipoprotein were increased (27.45 ± 0.19 and 30.08 ± 5.22, respectively) (P < 0.05), whereas serum low-density lipoprotein decreased (72.79 ± 9.56) (P < 0.05) in the extract treated rats. However, serum antioxidant levels were not affected.

Conclusions:
AECS is beneficial to male reproductive physiology evidenced by improved lipid profile and hormonal indices. Also, the integrity of the testicular redox profile was well maintained.
Substance Abuse Among Medical Students of a Nigerian University
Authors: Idoko Chinedu A. , Chidolue Ikechukwu C. , Idoko Chinelo I. , Eze Chibueze K. , Ucheya Emmanuel 
Published: March 2023

Background:
Substance abuse is simply the use of illegal drugs, prescription/over-the-counter drugs as well as alcohol for purposes other than they are designated for, or in excessive amounts. Indulgence in these is high among students, with attendant negative consequences.

Objectives:
The objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence of substance use among the students, factors influencing use and the effect on academic performance.

Materials and Methods:
It was a cross-sectional descriptive study with respondents selected by simple random sampling. Structured questionnaires were self-administered and data analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS).

Results:
Caffeine (170/300, 56.7%) happened to be the substance mostly abused and cannabis least abused (6/300, 2%). The major reason for the excessive usage of caffeine was for alertness (215/300, 71.7%) during exams period. There was no significant association between drug use prevalence and improvement in respondents reading pattern/ability to effectively concentrate at lectures. However, there existed a significant association between respondents’ sociodemographics (age, sex) and prevalence of substance use (p < 0.05).

Conclusions:
Substance abuse is common among medical students and it is influenced by some sociodemographic factors. Substance use had no significant effect on the academics of the study participants. Stress management strategies/courses should be included in the medical education curriculum.
Analysis of Burden and Outcomes of Anticoagulant Induced Adverse Drug Effects at a Tertiary Care Centre
Authors: Tongaonkar Arnav H. , Joshi Kavita S. , Mulkalwar Alhad A. , Gajare Shweta D. 
Published: March 2023

Background:
Anticoagulants are among the most commonly used drugs in hospitalized patients known to cause adverse drug reactions (ADRs). They have commonly been used as standard therapy in venous thromboembolism, stroke prevention, etc.

Objectives:
The authors aimed to assess the incidence of ADRs, clinical profile, severity and causality among the admitted patients taking anticoagulants in a tertiary care hospital.

Materials and Methods:
This was a hospital-based, prospective, observational, non-interventional cohort study undertaken in the General Medicine Wards of King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai from June 2017 to December 2018. Every patient’s data was recorded using a structured ADR reporting form. The baseline parameters, medical history and underlying diseases, clinical data, characteristics of ADRs, and details of medication responsible for ADRs, as well as details of the drugs used for treatment of ADRs were recorded. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics with the Statistical Packages for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26.0 software.

Results:
Out of the 164 patients admitted due to ADRs within the study period, 32 (19.5%) had developed ADRs due to anticoagulant treatment. Most anticoagulant-related ADRs involved the vascular system (n = 32). The severity of ADR was found to be mild in one patient (3.1%), moderate in 22 patients (68.8%), and severe in nine patients (28.1%). Twenty (62.5%) patients completely recovered, nine (28.1%) patients were still recovering (at the time of the analysis of the data), and three (9.4%) patients had a fatal outcome. Presence of systemic comorbidities and polypharmacy were found to be significant risk factors associated with anticoagulant-associated ADRs.

Conclusion:
Anticoagulants commonly cause ADRs in the study population. Patient education at the time of prescription can prevent many ADRs due to medication error or poor compliance. In addition, installing a better surveillance system in hospitals could alleviate the prevalence of ADRs.
Long-term outcomes of augmentation cystoplasty with or without artificial urinary sphincter implantation
Authors: Frost Anastasia , Ivaz Stella , Bugeja Simon , Dragova Mariya , Lock Angelica , Andrich Daniela , Mundy Anthony R. 
Published: March 2023

ABSTRACT

Objective:
The objective is to review long-term outcomes up to 30 years following the original operation, of patients having augmentation cystoplasty (AC), with or without implantation of an artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) for sphincter weakness incontinence (SWI).

Patients and Methods:
A total of 183 patients (104 males, 79 females) underwent AC ± AUS by a single surgeon, with patients divided into three groups: spina bifida (n = 105), congenital anatomical anomalies (n = 22), and acquired bladder disorders (n = 56). The median follow-up was 17 years.

Results:
At 1 year 45 patients (24.6%) with an AC were continent and did not require an AUS. 27 (60%) performed clean intermittent self-catheterization (CISC) and 18 (40%) voided spontaneously. At long-term follow-up (LTFU), 36 (80%) of 45 patients were still dry. One hundred and thirty-eight patients (75.4%) had an AUS implanted for SWI. Twenty-seven AUS (20%) were explanted in the first year. At LTFU, 94 patients (68%) had the original AUS removed, with or without subsequent replacement-making this the most common complication. At LTFU, 71 (51.4%) of 138 patients were still dry with an AUS ± CISC. Overall, at LTFU, 157 (85.8%) of 183 patients were continent, 11 (6%) had an ileal conduit, and 15 (8.2%) were incontinent. Recurrent urinary tract infections occurred in 32% of patients, bladder stones in 12%, revision of the cystoplasty in 7%, and diversion in 10%. Renal function decreased at the expected physiological rate in patients with spina bifida, but more dramatically in other groups. Malignant transformation was detected in 4 patients (2.2%) at a median of 28.5 years post-AC. All tumors originated from the bladder segment.

Conclusion:
Overall, the long-term outcomes of AC alone are satisfactory. Outcomes in patients who had an AC and AUS were satisfactory on early to intermediate follow-up but were significantly less satisfactory in the longer term due to AUS-related complications.
Clinical Characteristics of Strongyloidiasis during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Systematic Scoping Review
Authors: Tanariyakul Manasawee , Chang Bolin , Keitoku Koichi , Su Marissa , Hagiya Hideharu , Nishimura Yoshito 
Published: March 2023

ABSTRACT.
The clinical impact of Strongyloides stercoralis hyperinfection secondary to immunosuppressive therapy for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been an emerging topic of interest, although characteristics of Strongyloides infection in COVID-19 patients are not yet well characterized. This study summarizes the existing evidence of Strongyloides infection in COVID-19 patients and recommends future areas of research. According to the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews, we performed a search on MEDLINE and EMBASE for articles with keywords including “Strongyloides,” “Strongyloidiasis,” and “COVID-19” from the inception of these databases to June 5, 2022. A total of 104 articles were found. After excluding duplication and thorough reviews, 11 articles, including two observational studies, one conference abstract, and nine case reports or series, were included. Two observational studies focused on revealing the prevalence of Strongyloides screening in COVID-19 patients and clinical follow-up. Among the included cases, patients were mostly from low- or middle-income countries and suffered from severe or critical COVID-19. Strongyloides hyperinfection and disseminated infection were reported in 60% and 20%, respectively. Interestingly, 40% did not have eosinophilia, a hallmark of parasitic infection, potentially leading to delay in diagnosis of strongyloidiasis. This systematic review summarizes the clinical characteristics of strongyloidiasis in COVID-19 infection. Although further studies to identify risks and precipitants associated with the onset of strongyloidiasis are crucial, increased awareness of the critical condition is warranted.
Relationship Between Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide Antibodies Positivity and HLA-DRB1 Shared Epitope Alleles in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis in Turkey
Authors: Dayan İdris , Tıkız Canan , Taneli Fatma , Ulman Cevval , Ulutaş Gürol , Tüzün Çiğdem 
Published: March 2023

Objective: The most characteristic genetic risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the HLA-DRB1 shared epitope (SE) alleles, encode for a common amino acid sequence in the peptide-presenting part of the HLA class II molecule. These SE alleles have been described recently to be a risk factor for the development of antibodies against citrullinated proteins in RA. The current study was performed to investigate the association between the cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies (anti-CCP) and HLA-DR1 HLA-DRB1 shared epitope alleles in patients with RA in Turkey.
Materials and Methods: Sixty patients with RA who were newly diagnosed or under conventional treatment in our clinic and 60 healthy volunteers as controls were enrolled in the study. In patients with RA anti-CCP levels were investigated with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and HLA-DRB1 subtyping and SE was assessed by polymerase chain reaction. Only anti-CCP was measured in healthy volunteers.
Results: SE was positive in 50% of the patients with RA. Amongst the SE carriers, 30% of them were carrying double copy of SE. While anti-CCP was positive in 73,3% of patients with RA, this ratio was 0% in healthy volunteers. We determined that the existence of SE increases the positivity of anti-CCP (OR=4,3, 95% [CI], P=0.04 ), and a significant relationship was found between the anti-CCP positivity and the RF positivity. (OR=5,3, 95% [CI] P<0.05).
Conclusion: The results of the present study revealed that Turkish patients with RA carrying SE with HLA-DRB1 genes is significantly related with the production of anti-CCP. The diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of anti-CCP for RA is determined as 73,3% and 100% respectively. (Turk J Rheumatol 2010; 25: 12-8)
A Concept of the Correlation Between Pitta and Agni in Ayurveda
Authors: Bhagya Shree Potter  , Ashok Kumar Sharma  , Naval Singh  
Published: March 2023

One of the first healthcare systems to emerge on the Indian Subcontinent is Ayurveda. The fundamentals of Ayurvedic physiology are represented by the Panchbhautika Vikara which comprises of the three Doshas Vata, Pitta and Kapha, seven Dhatus and three Mala. The most significant biological component in charge of preserving homeostasis is the Dosha. Agni is a constant force that affects digestion and various hormone, enzyme and coenzyme functions. It is essential to the process of transformation and digestion. It is well known that the body undergoes numerous processes of transformation multiple times every second. Agni is one of the ten factors which are required to be examined before initiating the treatment of patients. According to Ayurveda, the condition of the Agni impacts all stages of health or sickness. As Pitta is accountable for digestion, metabolism, all biochemical and enzymatic reactions, heat production, hemopoiesis, visual functions, higher mental faculties, its functions can be undertaken through the body's endocrine system. This Article aims to explore each of these components of Pitta Dosha and Agni, as well as their interrelation and how they interact in modern sciences. According to Aacharya Sushruta, Pitta and Agni are one and the same. The fire element or Agni, resides in the Pitta region of the body. Pitta and fire both serve comparable purposes.
Ayurvedic Management of Primary Infertility Associated with PCOS - A Case Report
Authors: Vijila Vimal  , Dei Laxmipriya  
Published: March 2023

Poly cystic ovarian syndrome is a condition characterised by a wide range of signs and symptoms including menstrual irregularities, obesity, acne, hirsutism and is causing adverse effects on metabolic and endocrinal system. Exact etiology and pathophysiology is still unclear but it’s having a strong familial predisposition. This is a case report on an anovulatory infertility caused by PCOS. A 27-year-old female patient presented to the Streeroga OPD at ITRA On December 29, 2020, complaining of infertility, irregular and delayed menstruation, and weight gain over the past three years. She has been taking allopathic medicine for the same for the last two years. During her initial opd visit, she received a thorough medical history as well as all relevant clinical, physical, and laboratory tests. Bulky ovaries with polycystic morphology were discovered on sonography. Anovulatory factor infertility owing to PCOS was determined based on clinical symptoms and sonography. Pathadi choorna and Arogyavardhini rasa were chosen as medications and Samana oushadha was chosen as the line of management. The patient was counselled on lifestyle changes, the need of exercise, and correction of food habits. Patient was under medication for a period of 5 months. Patient got conceived after that and on 8th February 2022 she gave birth to a healthy male baby per vaginally with a baby weight of 3.2 kg.
Calidad de la educación en Centroamérica: dinámicas y tensiones entre los modelos de educación y desarrollo, 2019
Authors: Cruz María Teresa , Walter Knut , Calero Luis , Salazar Vides Mónica , Delgado Byron Antonio , Paz Carla Leticia , Edward Brent 
Published: March 2023

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Investigaciones UCA, Año. 1, Vol. 1, 2019-2020: 134-138.