bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Pandemic Fatigue and its Association with Cognitive Functioning in Adults
Authors: Halder Susmita , Mahato Akash Kumar 
Published: November 2022

Objectives:
The concept of Pandemic Fatigue was specified by the World Health Organization in 2020 after the COVID pandemic swept nations worldwide. Pandemic Fatigue can be conceptualized as an expected and involuntary response to the prolonged public health crisis with unprecedented impact on daily living of every person including those who were not affected directly. Mental health and motivation of the general population has been adversely impacted by the prolonged duration of the pandemic situation. Many studies have suggested that the feeling of uncertainty due to pandemic or lockdown caused a fatigue and it may have slowed down the cognitive functioning in individuals.

Methods:
The present study aimed to explore the possible association between Pandemic Fatigue and cognitive functioning of adults. Hundred adults of both sexes in the age group of 18–40 years were selected from different cities of India and assessed on the Pandemic Fatigue Scale and the Perceived Change in Cognitive Functioning Questionnaire.

Results:
Findings suggest presence of Pandemic Fatigue predominantly in the sample. It was significantly related with perceived changes in attention and concentration. Individuals with history of COVID infection reported significant change in their attention and concentration and flexibility.

Conclusions:
The adverse impact of pandemic on physical and mental health is evident There is a need to explore the persistence of the findings in longitudinal perspective as well as changes in cognitive and mental health of COVID infected individuals.
Investigation of adsorption of Basic Orange 2 dye on montmorillonite and error analysis
Authors: Ali Fil Baybars 
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT. In this study, isotherm studies were investigated for the removal of basic orange 2 (BO2) dye on the montmorillonite surface. Two-parameter isotherm models such as Langmir, Freundlich, and Temkin isotherms and Three-parameter isotherm models such as Sips, Toth, and Khan isotherms were calculated by non-linear analysis method. The adsorption capacity at equilibrium was calculated by adding 0.035 g of adsorbent at 10-300 mg/L concentrations to 100 mL of synthetic dyestuff solution at room temperature. According to the results obtained, it was determined that the isotherm data matched the Langmuir isotherm with a regression coefficient of 0.995 from the Two-parameter models, and the Sips isotherm with a regression coefficient of 0.998 from the Three-parameter isotherm models. In addition, according to the results of error analysis, it was determined that the lowest error value fit the HYBRID model. SNE values support the HYBRID model.

KEY WORDS: Adsorption, Basic orange 2, Isotherm models; Error analyses, Hybrid
Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(1), 47-58.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i1.5
Preparation and chemical study on metallic bonding with antibiotics in nanometer form to raise the therapeutic efficiency: structural characterizations of Cu(II), Co(II) and Ni(II) 6-aminopenicillinic acid complexes
Authors: Aljohani Mohammed 
Published: November 2022

ABSTRACT. The medical and pharmaceutical areas are interested in the production of metal-biomolecule complexes because to their strong biological activity against bacteria, fungus, and cancers. The purpose of this paper was to synthesise of three coloured transition metal complexes of copper(II), cobalt(II), and nickel(II) with a 6-aminopenicillinic drug ligand (6-apen). The analyses of elemental analysis (carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen), molar conductivity, magnetic susceptibility, infrared (FTIR), and electronic (UV-Vis) spectroscopy provided a thorough characterization of the solid complexes. The low molar conductance values of the produced solid complexes suggested that they were not electrolytic. The 6-apen drug ligand has more than one site of coordination as carboxylic group, β-lactam nitrogen, nitrogen of –NH2 group, oxygen of carbonyl β-lactam group and sulfur of the five–member ring. The microanalytical, spectroscopic and thermogravimetric analyses indicated a 1:2 (Metal : Ligand) stoichiometry of all complexes. The 6-apen ligand acts as a bidentate ligand that the coordination site occurs through the oxygen of deprotonated carboxylic group and β-lactam nitrogen. The thermogravimetric analysis confirmed the absence of crystalline water molecules outside the coordination sphere. The anticancer availability of the 6-apen free drug was checked against of 2Q7K receptor prostate cancer using a molecular docking calculation.

KEY WORDS: 6-Aminopenicillinic, Coordination, Metals ions, FTIR, Molecular docking
Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(1), 91-100.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i1.8
Místo myšlenkových experimentů ve filosofii
Authors: Tvrdý Filip 
Published: November 2022

Thought experiments are popular tools of argumentation in science and philosophy. The criticism of these experiments from naturalized and experimental philosophers has led to the formation of deflationary and minimalist approaches that weaken the epistemic power of thought experiments and reconcile them with empiricism. This paper aims to demonstrate that these attempts do not overcome the main problems encountered by thought experiments in philosophy. The limits of human rationality and imagination prevent experimenters from solving unrealistic scenarios in a reliable way. Thought experiments in philosophy are different from science because the real ones usually cannot be implemented and are not open to the possibility of empirical falsification. Moreover, they are based on defective analogies and they shift the burden of proof unfairly. The persuasive success of thought experiments is very low; therefore, they cannot contribute to the solution of philosophical problems. The paper concludes that the most common types of thought experiments should be removed from the set of philosophical methods.
Creative Nonfiction in Social Science: Towards More Engaging and Engaged Research
Authors: Kotišová Johana 
Published: November 2022

The paper aims at identifying, explaining and illustrating the affordances of “creative nonfiction” as a style of writing social science. The first part introduces creative nonfiction as a method of writing which brings together empirical material and fiction. In the second part, based on illustrations from my ethnographic research of European “crisis reporters,” written in the form of a novel about a fictional journalist, but also based on a review of existing social science research that employs a creative method of writing, I identify several main affordances of creative nonfiction in social-scientific research. In particular, I argue that creative nonfiction allows scientists to illustrate their findings, to express them in an allegorical way, to organize data into a narrative, to let their pieces of research act in the social world, and to permeate research accounts with self-reflexive moments. I also discuss some apparent negative affordances: challenges that creative nonfiction poses to readers and to the institutionalized academic discourse. Finally, I suggest that writing about sociological problems in the style of creative nonfiction can help to produce more engaging and engaged texts, and I discuss the ethical implications of the approach.
Growth Kinetics of Calcareous Deposits on Thermally Sprayed Aluminum Coatings in Natural Seawater
Authors: Hornus Edgar , Vouilloz Francisco , Long Yu , Andersen Kjetil , Krosness Ola , King Mike , Johnsen Roy , Salasi Mobin , Iannuzzi Mariano 
Published: November 2022

The formation of calcareous deposits on thermally sprayed aluminum (TSA)-coated surfaces immersed in natural seawater and connected to a cathodic protection system is a recurring issue. There is at present limited knowledge on the calcareous deposits’ formation kinetics on TSA in natural seawater following prolonged exposure at different temperatures. In this study, bare 25Cr super-duplex stainless steel (SDSS) and TSA-coated SDSS tube coupons (with and without a silicone-based sealer) were exposed to natural seawater under potentiostatic cathodic protection (CP) and open-circuit potential (OCP) conditions at different temperatures (i.e., 20°C, 35°C, 60°C, and 80°C) for 1.5 y. The coupons were extracted at various intervals to construct growth kinetics curves under various test conditions. The deposits were subsequently examined using scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectroscopy, and x-ray diffraction. For all of the specimens, the deposits on the exposed surfaces increased with exposure time. Fewer deposits were seen under CP conditions than OCP at low temperatures (20°C and 35°C), whereas more deposits were observed with CP than those at OCP at high temperatures (60°C and 80°C). Last, a recommended protection potential of −0.90 VSSC (VAg/AgCl) and cathodic current density values of −8 mA/m2 and −15 mA/m2 were obtained based on the findings of this study.
Serum salusin-α and salusin-β levels in patients with psoriatic arthritis
Authors: Kobak Senol , Atabay Tennur , Akyildiz Muhittin , Gokduman Ayse , Vura Huseyin 
Published: November 2022

IntroductionPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by skin
lesions and joint involvement. Salusin-α and salusin-β are two new bioactive molecules. It is reported that salusins may have role in regulation of the immune system and inflammation. The aim of our study was to evaluate the serum salusin-α and salusin-β levels in PsA patients and to establish the possible relationship with the disease features.Material and methodsOur study included 40 PsA patients who fulfilled the CASPAR criteria and 40 healthy volunteers. Demographic, clinical, laboratory and radiological data and disease activity indices (PASI, BASDAI, BASFI, HAQ) were recorded in all patients. The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) method was used to measure serum salusin-α and salusin-β levels.ResultsThe demographic data were as follows: 13 patients (32.5%) were males and 27 (67.5%) were female, mean age was 48.5 years and mean disease duration was 2.4 years. Patients’ history was taken and clinical assessment was performed; 20 (50%) patients had a family history, 18 (45%) patients were smoker, 19 (47.5%) patients had HLA-B27 positivity, 33 (82.5%) had sacroiliitis, 36 (90%) had enthesitis, 23 (57.5%) had distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint and nail involvement, 26 (65%) had wrist involvement, and 11 (27.5%) had ankle involvement. Laboratory data of the patients were recorded; 20 (50%) patients had elevated CRP level and 25 (62.5%) patients had an elevated ESR level. The study results showed that PsA patients had an elevated serum salusin-α level when compared with the control group (p = 0.004). The association between serum salusin-α level and ankle arthritis was found (p = 0.04). Serum levels of salusin-β were similar in PsA patients and controls both (p = 0.285).ConclusionsWe found elevated serum salusin-α in PsA patients while the serum salusin-β levels were normal. Salusin-α may have a possible role in disease pathogenesis and it may be use as a reliable biomarker in PsA patients. Multicenter prospective studies are needed in this regard.
Hip hemiprosthesis due to femoral neck fracture in elderly population – are we doing it right?
Authors: Maciąg Bartosz , Żarnovsky Krystian , Jegierski Dawid , Budzińska Martyna , Maciąg Grzegorz , Adamska Olga , Stolarczyk Artur 
Published: November 2022

IntroductionFemoral neck fracture is one of the most common orthopaedic traumas affecting the elderly population. The standard treatment method is hip hemiarthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty. In hip hemiprostheses surgeons mainly have to reconstruct the femoral offset and limbs’ length to obtain the correct gait biomechanics and a satisfactory surgical outcome.
The aim of this study is to examine the radiological results of patients after hip hemiarthroplasty for femoral neck fracture and to evaluate the reconstruction of the femoral offset using standard neck angle stems.Material and methodsA consecutive series of 97 patients diagnosed with femoral neck fracture treated with a hip hemiprosthesis between 2017 and 2021 was identified and met the inclusion criteria. On preoperative images, the neck-shaft angle and the femoral offset on the healthy limb were measured. The femoral offset of the operated limb was measured on the postoperative X-rays.ResultsThere was a significant positive moderate correlation between neck-shaft angle and femoral offset change (r = 0.568, p < 0.0001). There was a statistically significant difference between femoral offset change and neck-shaft angle (24:52 vs. 14:7, p = 0.005). This means that in patients with coxa vara the change in femoral offset was more often < –5 mm. Less than half of operated patients had the femoral offset restored within a safe range (between –5 and 5 mm).ConclusionsOur study proved that it is sometimes hard to achieve femoral offset within a safe range while performing hip hemiarthroplasty in patients with coxa vara. The topic of using high offset stems in partial hip arthroplasty has not been thoroughly researched worldwide. However, taking into account the results of our study, during a hip hemiarthroplasty the usage of high offset stems for varus hips should be considered in order to improve the clinical outcome and improve patients’ quality of life and functioning.
Janapadhdwamsa: A concept of Epidemic in Ayurveda
Authors: Khayamali Dr. Renu , Khayamali Bishnu Prasad , Khayamali Rameswori 
Published: November 2022

Ayurveda, the science of knowledge, is a holistic system of medicine and beholds various unique concepts. Janapadhdwamsa is one of them. In ayurvedic text clear explaination about janapadhdwamsa, its causes, features and treatment can be observed. These concepts hold good till date and the concept is similar to the concept of epidemic in contemporary science.
Janapadhdwamsa (janapada+ udhdwamsa) literally meaning destruction of the group of people at a time is caused mainly by pragyaparadha (intellectual blasphemy) caused by adharma(immorality) leading to the vitiation of the four common cause of janapadhdwamsa ie vayu, udaka, desha and kaala. These vikrita bhava (feature) have distinct features. Similarly, an epidemic is the rapid spread of disease to a large number of people in a given population within a short period of time.
For the treatment of janapadhdwamsa rasayana sevana, panchakarma, sadvritta palana, use of drugs previously collected should be used. Similar concepts are also indicated in the contemporary science.
This paper will focus on the concept of janapadhdwamsa in various ayurvedic text, its cause and management with reference to epidemic.
Keywords: janapadhdwamsa, epidemic, janapadhdwamsakara bhavas
Hamtramck at 100 Years: Polish Political Power in a Changing City
Authors: Majewski Karen 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
In 2022, the City of Hamtramck celebrates its centennial. On January 1 of that year, it also inaugurated a Yemeni immigrant as its first mayor who is not of Polish descent, as well as a completely Muslim city council, including a Polish American convert to Islam. Written by the last Polish mayor in that nearly hundred-year succession, this article combines history and personal experience while looking at the Polish dominance of local politics beginning with the ethnically charged decision to incorporate, continuing through the decades of Polish rule in relation to other ethnic and racial groups in the city, and chronicling the gradual unraveling of that power. While Hamtramck's experience is not unlike that of other former Polonian strongholds, it is also unique in its longevity and the symbolic significance it has come to embody through its very public demographic and political trajectory. This overview of the competition for elected office in Hamtramck provides a lens through which to view the ongoing transition of the city's civic identity.
Metaverse in Ophthalmology: The Convergence of Virtual and Physical Space in Eye Care
Authors: Benet David , Pellicer-Valero Oscar J. 
Published: November 2022

We all live in a hybrid world of both online and offline experiences. Especially since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, we are now more connected than ever. The aim of the metaverse, which is made up of the terms “meta” which means “beyond”, and “verse” which comes from the word “universe”, is to simplify these means of communication by minimising inconveniences and improving experiences in the physical world. Simultaneously, the multitude of data that is part of our lives is moving us towards an irreversibly digital future.
Data are the raw material that feeds machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms, which allow us to make decisions based on the analysis of historical events, and to predict future behaviour. In addition to this, 6G, the sixth generation of hyper-speed mobile connectivity, together with new models of cloud computing, will allow for disruptive developments economy, machine learning, social analytics, blockchain, and health, among many others. Digital transformation is already part of our lives, and the health sector and the therapeutic field of ophthalmology are no exceptions.
New technologies based on metaverse are emerging to improve medical education and training as well as processes and procedures in all stages of patient journey from diagnosis, monitoring, surgical procedures and adherence to medical treatment. We are facing a “virtual life” that is evolving amidst social and ethical challenges. Will the metaverse really allow the virtual and physical space to come together? Will it improve patient healthcare in the field of ophthalmology?
Creencias y actitudes de los atletas sobre el dolor lumbar
Authors: Pierobon Andrés , Policastro Pablo Oscar , Soliño Santiago , Andreu Mauro Federico , Novoa Gabriel Adrián , Raguzzi Ignacio , Villalba Federico José 
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: Identificar las creencias de los deportistas acerca del dolor lumbar. Como objetivo secundario, proponemos averiguar si las creencias reportadas difieren según la experiencia del dolor lumbar.
Materiales y método: Estudio transversal tipo encuesta. Se invitó a atletas (recreacionales, amateurs y profesionales), mayores de 18 años con o sin dolor lumbar, a participar de una encuesta online a través de las redes sociales. Se utilizó el cuestionario Back Pain Attitudes Questionnaire (Back-PAQ) para evaluar las creencias sobre la espalda. Las opciones de las preguntas del Back-PAQ fueron clasificadas como “positivas”, “neutras” o “negativas”.
Resultados: Un total de 1591 respuestas fueron incluidas en el análisis. La media del puntaje total del Back-PAQ fue 113,1 (Intervalo de Confianza 95%, 112,5 - 113,7) con un puntaje mínimo de 63 y máximo de 148. No se encontraron diferencias estadísticamente significativas entre los grupos observados (p= 0,51). Los atletas con dolor actual tuvieron creencias menos útiles que aquellos con historia de dolor lumbar: mediana de 115 (rango intercuartílico 108 - 121) versus 113 (rango intercuartílico 105 - 120); p= 0,002.
Conclusión: Los atletas presentaron creencias predominantemente negativas sobre el dolor de espalda, independientemente del nivel de competencia. Prevalecieron los conceptos erróneos sobre la vulnerabilidad de la espalda y la necesidad de protegerla. Se expresaron creencias positivas sobre el pronóstico de un episodio de dolor lumbar.
Síndrome de Guillain-Barré asociado a infección por SARS-CoV-2 en un niño
Authors: López Mara , Frydman Judith 
Published: November 2022

Introducción: La bibliografía ha reportado una estrecha vinculación entre el virus SARS-CoV-2 y las complicaciones neurológicas que afectan al sistema nervioso. El objetivo de este trabajo es describir la evolución y tratamiento de un niño con Síndrome de Guillain-Barré, asociada a infección por SARS-CoV-2, con requerimiento de traqueostomía, en su aspecto motor, deglutorio y respiratorio.
Presentación del caso: Niño de 2 años con diagnóstico presuntivo de Síndrome de Guillain-Barré. Como antecedentes, presentó disminución progresiva de la fuerza muscular asociada a dificultad respiratoria, requerimiento de intubación orotraqueal, asistencia ventilatoria mecánica y traqueostomía. Luego de 56 días de implementación del plan de destete, logró la desvinculación de la asistencia ventilatoria mecánica y 7 días más tarde la decanulación. Requirió 68 días de soporte ventilatorio. Se realizó intervención kinésica desde el inicio. Al momento del alta, el paciente lograba sedestación independiente y bipedestación con apoyo, con debilidad distal de miembros superiores e inferiores.
Conclusión: Se describió la evolución de un paciente con Síndrome de Guillain-Barré y asociación con infección por SARS-CoV-2, con afectación motora, requerimiento de asistencia ventilatoria mecánica y traqueostomía. Fue dado de alta alcanzando la desvinculación del soporte ventilatorio, decanulación, alimentación oral y persistencia de déficit motor distal.
Características clínico-demográficas en sujetos con vértigo posicional paroxístico benigno al ingreso a rehabilitación vestibular en un hospital de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
Authors: Scaminaci Russo Federico , Candoni Gerardo , Coronel Elizabeth , Tomadin Romina , Valdez Marcos 
Published: November 2022

Objetivo: Describir las características clínico-demográficas de sujetos con VPPB al ingreso a rehabilitación vestibular en un hospital de rehabilitación de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires en el periodo comprendido entre los años 2010 y 2021.
Materiales y método: Estudio descriptivo, observacional y transversal. Se llevó a cabo mediante la técnica de muestreo no probabilístico. Se categorizó a las variables en características clínico-demográficas, aquellas relacionadas al diagnóstico y a la evaluación.
Resultados: Se obtuvo una muestra de 102 sujetos con la alteración vestibular, de los cuales 79 fueron mujeres con una mediana de edad de 71 años, encontrándose afectado el canal semicircular posterior en el 90,28% de los casos, con una predominancia del oído interno derecho en el 72,6%.
Conclusión: Se conocieron las características clínico-demográficas de los sujetos con VPPB entre los años 2010 y 2021 al ingreso a rehabilitación vestibular. La muestra estaba compuesta principalmente por mujeres, de edad avanzada, con 3 o más medicamentos y cuya afección más frecuente fue la canalitiasis de canal posterior derecho.