bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effect of Dry Maturation Time and the Curing Composition on Proteins in High Quality Beef
Authors: Gurinovich Galina , Patrakova Irina , Khrenov Vladislav 
Published: April 2022

Meat quality largely depends on the maturation conditions and natural biochemical processes that affect its taste, aroma, tenderness, and technological properties. Dry maturation and technological processing attract a lot of scientific attention. The research objective was to study the effect of dry maturation time on the physicochemical parameters of high-quality beef, as well as the effect of a new curing mix on the properties of raw materials.
The research featured dorsal-lumbar cuts of high-quality beef on maturation days 21 and 40. Matured meat was tested for the main components, the solubility of sarcoplasmic and myofibrillar proteins, the hydrophobicity of myofibrillar proteins, protein oxidation products, and the activity of catalase and peroxidase. The chemical composition was evaluated depending on the dry maturation time using the arbitration method. The solubility of proteins was determined by the calorimetric method with a biuret reagent. The hydrophobicity of myofibrillar proteins was determined by bromophenol blue reaction, and the activity of catalase and peroxidase was determined by standard methods. Proteins were extracted with potassium phosphate buffer (pH 7.2), while myofibrillar proteins were extracted with Tris-HCl and KCl buffers at pH 7.5 and 7.0.
The meat samples were deboned and salted using sodium chloride and a combined mix of 70% magnesium chloride and 30% sodium chloride. The solubility of myofibrillar proteins on day 21 increased by 23.95% but decreased by 14.1% by day 40. The solubility of sarcoplasmic proteins decreased continuously (22.10 and 31.12%, respectively). The obtained data matched the hydrophobicity of proteins. Dry maturation initiated protein oxidation, as demonstrated by carbonyl and sulfhydryl groups of myofibrillar proteins on maturation day 40 (27.85 nmol/L and 27.3 µmol/g of protein, respectively). Sodium chloride and its mix increased the extractability of proteins by 5.2 and 6.9% on day 21 and by 6.8 and 10.6% on day 40 but triggered protein oxidation.
Muscle proteins of high-quality beef proved functional after 21 days of dry maturation. The new mix with reduced sodium content can be recommended for high-quality dry-aged beef production.
A pilot-scale anaerobic moving-bed biofilm reactor with PVA gel beads as media for the treatment of fish canning industry wastewater
Authors: Jirasaranporn Akarawin , Jantharadej Krittayapong , Wongwailikhit Kritchart , Chawengkijwanich Chamorn , Lohwatcharin Jenyuk , Suwannasilp Benjaporn Boonchayaanant 
Published: April 2022

Abstract
This research aims to investigate the performance of a pilot-scale anaerobic moving-bed biofilm reactor (AnMBBR) using PVA gels as media for the treatment of real wastewater from a fish canning factory. The chemical oxygen demand (COD) removal efficiencies at different organic loading rates (OLRs) were investigated at 3.0, 4.3, 6.5, and 8.7 kg COD/m3day by adjusting the flow rates to 350, 500, 750 and 1,000 L/d, respectively. The soluble COD removal efficiencies of the system at flow rates of 350, 500, 750, and 1,000 L/d were 81.0 ± 12.4%, 76.8 ± 8.2%, 74.7 ± 6.2%, and 70.6 ± 12.4%, respectively. According to the residence time distribution (RTD) tests at the highest and lowest flow rates, the mean residence times of both flow rates were significantly higher than the theoretical residence time, indicating very strong external recirculation inside the AnMBBR. The results suggest a 3-pass flow pattern through the AnMBBR. From 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing (MiSeq, Illumina) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis, Methanosaeta, acetoclastic methanogens, were the predominant microorganisms in the system. Most of the microorganisms were located within a 1.994 ± 0.266 mm depth from the PVA gel surface, with two distinct layers.
The Dispersion of Health Information–Seeking Behavior and Health Literacy in a State in the Southern United States: Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Rao Nikita , Tighe Elizabeth L , Feinberg Iris 
Published: April 2022

Background
The transmission of health information from in-person communication to web-based sources has changed over time. Patients can find, understand, and use their health information without meeting a health care provider and are able to participate more in their health care management. In recent years, the internet has emerged as the primary source of health information, although clinical providers remain the most credible source. The ease of access, anonymity, and busy schedules may be motivating factors to seek health information on the web. Social media has surfaced as a popular source of health information, as it can provide news in real time. The increase in the breadth and depth of health information available on the web has also led to a plethora of misinformation, and individuals are often unable to discern facts from fiction. Competencies in health literacy (HL) can help individuals better understand health information and enhance patient decision-making, as adequate HL is a precursor to positive health information–seeking behaviors (HISBs). Several factors such as age, sex, and socioeconomic status are known to moderate the association between HL and HISBs.

Objective
In this study, we aimed to examine the relationship between HL and HISBs in individuals living in a southern state in the United States by considering different demographic factors.

Methods
Participants aged ≥18 years were recruited using Qualtrics Research Services and stratified to match the statewide demographic characteristics of race and age. Demographics and source and frequency of health information were collected. The Health Literacy Questionnaire was used to collect self-reported HL experiences. SPSS (version 27; IBM Corp) was used for the analysis.

Results
A total of 520 participants met the criteria and completed the survey (mean age 36.3, SD 12.79 years). The internet was cited as the most used source of health information (mean 2.41, SD 0.93). Females are more likely to seek health information from physicians than males (r=0.121; P=.006). Older individuals are less likely to seek health information from the internet (r=−0.108; P=.02), social media (r=−0.225; P<.001), and friends (r=−0.090; P=.045) than younger individuals. Cluster analysis demonstrated that individuals with higher levels of HISBs were more likely to seek information from multiple sources than those with lower levels of HISBs (mean range 3.05-4.09, SD range 0.57-0.66; P<.001).

Conclusions
Age and sex are significantly associated with HISB. Older adults may benefit from web-based resources to monitor their health conditions. Higher levels of HL are significantly associated with greater HISB. Targeted strategies to improve HISB among individuals with lower levels of HL may improve their access, understanding, and use of health information.
Design and methods of a tailored approach for diabetes prevention in women with previous gestational diabetes
Authors: Pike Julie M , Yazel Lisa G , Haberlin-Pittz Kathryn M , Machuca Luz A , McKinney Brett M , Hannon Tamara S 
Published: April 2022

Aim:
To describe the design and methods of an intervention that engaged women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus in a tailored approach for diabetes prevention.
Methods:
Women participated in biometric tests for BMI and hemoglobin A1c, psychosocial questionnaires and an informed decision-making process to select a lifestyle change program for Type 2 diabetes prevention based on their needs and priorities. Measure time points were at baseline, 6 months and 12 months.
Results:
The authors recruited 116 women. The outcomes of this study will evaluate the effect of this strategy on participant engagement in lifestyle change programs for Type 2 diabetes prevention.
Conclusion:
This paper describes a variety of lifestyle change programs and an informed decision-making process for tailoring diabetes prevention programs for a high-risk population.
DESAIN DAN UJI COBA MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN MENGGUNAKAN MULTIMEDIA INTERAKTIF LECTORA INSPIRE PADA MATERI LARUTAN PENYANGGA
Authors: Aisyah Siti , Fatisa Yuni 
Published: April 2022

AbstractThis research aimed at developing learning media using Lectora Ispire interactive multimedia on Buffer Solution lesson and knowing the levels of validity, practicality, and student response to the learning media developed. It was a Research and Development (R&D) with Luther development model that was limited to the fifth steptesting. This research was administered at State Senior High School 9 Pekanbaru. The subjects of this research were the lecturers, Chemistry subject teachers, and students. The object was learning media using Lectora Ispire interactive multimedia on Buffer Solution lesson. Validation test questionnaire, practicality test questionnaire, student response test, and interview were the techniques of collecting the data. The data obtained then were analyzed by using qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis techniques. The research findings showed that the media validity level was 90.5% with very valid criterion, the practicality level was 94.17% with very practical criterion, and student response to the learning media was 91.6% with very good criterion. Based on this research, it could be concluded that learning media using Lectora Ispire interactive multimedia on Buffer Solution lesson was very valid and practical, so it was proper to be used as learning media at school.Keywords : Learning Media, Lectora Inspire, Buffer SolutionAbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan media pembelajaran menggunakan multimedia interaktif Lectora Ispire pada materi larutan penyangga dan mengetahui tingkat validitas, kepraktisan, dan respon siswa terhadap media pembelajaran yang dikembangkan. Penelitian ini adalah Penelitian dan Pengembangan (R&D) dengan menggunakan model Luther sampai langkah kelima. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SMA Negeri 9 Pekanbaru. Subjek penelitian ini adalah dosen, guru mata pelajaran Kimia, dan mahasiswa. Objek penelitian ini adalah media pembelajaran menggunakan multimedia interaktif Lectora Ispire pada materi larutan penyangga. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan Angket uji validasi, angket uji kepraktisan, tes respon siswa, dan wawancara. Data yang diperoleh kemudian dianalisis dengan menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tingkat validitas media sebesar 90,5% dengan kriteria sangat valid, tingkat kepraktisan 94,17% dengan kriteria sangat praktis, dan respon siswa terhadapmedia pembelajaran sebesar 91,6% dengan kriteria sangat baik.Media pembelajaran yang dikembangkan ini layak digunakan sebagai media pembelajaran di sekolah.Keywords : Media Pembelajaran, Lectora Inspire, Larutan Penyangga
Reading the Esther Narrative seMadzimai: An African Womanist Exploration
Authors: Chataira Tekweni 
Published: April 2022

While there have been numerous studies on various aspects of the Esther narrative, scholars such as Anne-Mareike Wetter (2016) readily acknowledge that there has not been consensus on its meaning. Even though investigations on the book of Esther, and indeed on other ancient biblical texts, have employed various methodologies, for centuries these studies have largely been from Western perspectives. As such, there have been requests by scholars mainly from the global south for more studies presenting other cultural perspectives. In this research I seek, in my identification as a Zimbabwean woman and scholar of the Bible, to employ womanist perspectives in analysing the experiences of female characters in the book of Esther. The aim of the study is to establish points of intersection between the images of women in the patriarchal ancient Persian context in the text of Esther with those of women of patriarchal modern Zimbabwe. Womanism is a general term encompassing a variety of strands of literature focusing on issues concerning the experiences, perspectives, and interests of women of African descent. African female scholars recognize that, in addition to some biblical texts, “African cultures remain vibrant and authoritative texts in the lives of women…” (Dube, 2001, p1). Hence, they call for approaches and reinterpretations that are liberating for women and their communities. This oral presentation is an overview of my literature review of Esther studies from various African contexts. Crucial to this outline will be the establishment of hermeneutical approaches employed as well as the addressed key themes. It concludes with a proposal of seMadzimai, a womanist and Zimbabwean interpretive approach to reading the Bible which I am currently formulating. SeMadzimai in the Shona language means 'as/like/with women'. Once formulated, seMadzimai will be employed to interpret the Esther narrative while drawing from the Zimbabwean cultural context.
Succinte consideraţii privind implicaţiile adoptării Legii nr. 146/2021 în materia sancţionării pluralităţii de infracţiuni
Authors: Streteanu Florin 
Published: April 2022

Legea nr. 146/2021 privind monitorizarea electronică în cadrul unor proceduri judiciare şi execuţional penale a adus câteva modificări ale dispoziţiilor art. 285 din Codul penal, care incriminează evadarea. Cea mai importantă dintre acestea este renunţarea la cumulul aritmetic obligatoriu între pedeapsa pentru evadare şi restul rămas din pedeapsa din executarea căreia condamnatul a evadat. Dacă infracţiunea de evadare se află în stare de recidivă faţă de infracţiunea din a cărei pedeapsă a evadat, modificarea nu produce efecte, tratamentul pentru recidiva postcondamnatorie implicând oricum un cumul aritmetic. Dacă însă este vorba de o pluralitate intermediară, noua reglementare este mai favorabilă, rezultanta urmând a fi calculată potrivit sistemului sancţionator al concursului de infracţiuni. Astfel, în acest caz noua lege va fi aplicabilă, după caz, în baza art. 5 sau 6 C. pen.
Trebuie menţionat însă că se păstrează sistemul de sancţionare bazat pe cumul aritmetic în cazul formelor asimilate evadării, prevăzute de art. 285 alin. (3) lit. a) şi b) - neprezentarea nejustificată a persoanei condamnate la locul de deţinere, la expirarea perioadei în care s-a aflat legal în stare de libertate, respectiv părăsirea, fără autorizare, de către persoana condamnată, a locului de muncă, aflat în exteriorul locului de deţinere. Aşa fiind, se naşte o întrebare legată de compatibilitatea acestei opţiuni cu principiul egalităţii în faţa legii şi al proporţionalităţii represiunii penale. Într-adevăr, poate părea mai greu de justificat aplicarea unui cumul aritmetic în cazul persoanei care s-a dovedit mai puţin periculoasă şi a beneficiat de o permisiune de ieşire din penitenciar ori de prestarea muncii în exteriorul locului de deţinere, atâta vreme cât, în cazul condamnatului mai periculos, care nu a beneficiat de aceste facilităţi şi evadează din locul de deţinere se aplică cumulul juridic (fiind întrunite condiţiile unei pluralităţi intermediare). Cu toate acestea, credem că soluţia rămâne în marja de apreciere recunoscută legiuitorului, nefiind singura ipoteză în care legiuitorul alege să îl sancţioneze mai sever pe condamnatul care a beneficiat de încredere şi a obţinut unele facilităţi în executarea pedepsei, în raport cu cel care o execută în modalitatea de drept comun.
Good prognosis for survival to hospital discharge in a group of horses with uterine prolapse treated at a veterinary medical teaching hospital
Authors: Boye Jenny K. , Bulkeley Evelyn A. , Dujovne Ghislaine A. 
Published: April 2022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To describe uterine prolapse, predispositions, and outcomes in mares treated between 1988 and 2019.

ANIMALS
24 mares with uterine prolapse.

PROCEDURES
Clinical records were retrospectively reviewed, and follow-up information was gathered. The Mann-Whitney U test and Fisher exact test were used to analyze results for history and outcome variables for potential association with mare survival to hospital discharge. The χ2 test was used to compare breed distribution.

RESULTS
Age was known in 23 mares (median, 11.1 years). For 15 mares with exact known parity, the median parity was 3 births (range, 1 to 13 births). For 22 mares, the maiden status was known (7 [32%] maiden; 15 [68%] multiparous). Breed distribution differed significantly between mares with uterine prolapse and all mares treated at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Arabians were overrepresented in the uterine prolapse group (7/24 [29%]), compared with all mares treated (4,174/44,474 [9%]). Uterine prolapse occurred within 2 hours after parturition for 10 of 11 mares with known foaling times, after dystocia for 7 mares, and after abortion for 4 mares. Seventeen of 23 (74%) mares survived to hospital discharge. Acute hemorrhage was the most frequent cause of death. There were no correlations between mare survival to hospital discharge and mare parity or age, foal sex, retained fetal membranes, sepsis, or maiden status. Colts were overrepresented in foals with a known sex (12/17).

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Results indicated a breed predisposition to uterine prolapse, with Arabian mares overrepresented among affected mares. No characteristics correlated with mare survival to hospital discharge.
Indications, complications, and mortality rate following craniotomy or craniectomy in dogs and cats: 165 cases (1995–2016)
Authors: Morton Bridget A. , Selmic Laura E. , Vitale Samantha , Packer Rebecca , Santistevan Lawrence , Boudrieau Beth , Hinson Whitney , Kent Marc , Hague Devon W. 
Published: April 2022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To determine the most common indications for cranial surgery and identify risk factors associated with the occurrence of complications and death in the perioperative period following cranial surgery.

ANIMALS
150 dogs and 15 cats.

PROCEDURES
For this multi-institutional retrospective case series, medical records of dogs and cats that underwent cranial surgery at any of the 4 participating institutions between 1995 and 2016 were reviewed. Variables were evaluated included species, sex, age, neurolocalization, history of preoperative seizures, surgical approach, histological results, perioperative complications, and outcome. Logistic regression analysis was performed to assess for risk factors for complications.

RESULTS
The most common neurolocalization was the forebrain (110/165 [66.7%]), with 94 (57.0%) animals having had seizures preoperatively. The rostrotentorial (116/165 [70.3%]) and caudotentorial (32/165 [19.4%]) surgical approaches were most commonly reported. The most common indication was the treatment of meningioma (75/142 [52.8%]). Complications arose in 58 of the 165 (35.2%) cases within 24 hours and in 86 (52.1%) cases 1 to 10 days postoperatively. Perioperative complications included hypotension (38/165 [23.0%]) and anemia (27/165 [16.4%]). During the postoperative period, the most common complications were neurologic deficits, seizures, postoperative anemia, and aspiration pneumonia. The mortality rate with death or euthanasia perioperatively or ≤ 10 days postoperatively was 14.5% (24/165). Long-term complications occurred in 65 of the 165 (39.4%) animals, with seizures and neurologic deficits being the most common.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Cranial surgery was performed most commonly for the removal of neoplastic lesions in dogs and cats, and most complications were not life-threatening.
Connection and conflict: influence of the hidden curriculum on veterinary residents’ professional identities within the specialty of laboratory animal medicine
Authors: Nowland Megan H. , Haidet Paul , Whitcomb Tiffany L. 
Published: April 2022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To explore the role of the hidden curriculum in residents’ development of professional identity during postgraduate training in laboratory animal medicine.

SAMPLE
24 residents enrolled in 1 of 7 laboratory animal medicine training programs in the eastern US.

PROCEDURE
24 qualitative, semistructured interviews were conducted and recorded. Deidentified transcriptions were analyzed by each author using open and axial coding. Constant comparative methodology was used to develop themes and subthemes. Member checks were performed to verify trustability of the conclusions drawn.

RESULTS
3 themes and their related subthemes emerged from the qualitative analysis: 1) building relationships through competent communication (building rapport, practicing clinical empathy, overcoming language barriers, communicating in the “authorized” way, and navigating email limitations), 2) tension within the process of identity formation (acting as the middleman among stakeholders, overcoming the stigma of the policing role, experiencing a lack of power to impact change, and managing a culture of conditional value of veterinary knowledge), and 3) outlets for tension in identity formation (reliance on residency mates, limitations of venting).

EDUCATIONAL RELEVANCE
Our findings suggest that residents are navigating professional identity formation under challenging circumstances that include conflicting stakeholder needs, conditional value of veterinary knowledge, and lack of power to influence change. Residents have limited outlets for relieving the discord between their ideal professional role and their lived experiences. These results provide an important background for refining curricula and creating effective support systems for residents.
Credentialed veterinary technician intrinsic and extrinsic rewards: a narrative review
Authors: Driscoll David C. 
Published: April 2022

Abstract
The economic literature on veterinary technicians is limited, and the AVMA Task Force on Veterinary Technician Utilization has recommended increasing veterinary technician economic research in several areas. The aim of this review was to provide an economic overview of the veterinary technician profession based on intrinsic and extrinsic rewards. Data sources for this paper include articles and texts from the veterinary, human medical, and service industries concerning veterinary technicians and from economic and psychology literature. Findings of this literature review indicated that veterinary technician intrinsic and extrinsic rewards are complex. Veterinary technicians appear to find value and meaning in their job tasks, which contribute positively toward job satisfaction and self-identity. Low financial rewards, workplace incivility, and work overload appear to be problematic for the individual veterinary technician, veterinary technician profession, and veterinary industry as a whole. The economic and psychology literature indicated that changes to the profession, such as increasing veterinary technician utilization, should simultaneously incorporate the economic needs and values of veterinary technicians and veterinary practice operators.
Evaluation and molecular modelling of bis-Schiff base derivatives as potential leads for management of diabetes mellitus
Authors: Daoud Safa , Thiab Samar , Jazzazi Taghreed M. A. , Al-Shboul Tareq M. A. , Ullah Saeed 
Published: April 2022

Abstract
Developing a medication to cure and manage diabetes mellitus complications is of interest in medicinal chemistry. Toward this end, six bis-biphenyl-salicylaldehyde Schiff base derivatives have been evaluated for their α-glucosidase inhibition, antiglycation and anti-inflammation potentials. Four compounds (compounds 2–5) showed an excellent α-glucosidase inhibitory effect superior to that produced by acarbose. Additionally, the docking study revealed that these compounds are anchored within the binding pocket of α-glucosidase via hydrogen bonding, π-stacking and hydrophobic interactions, comparable to a high number of hydrogen bonding involved in anchoring acarbose. Interestingly, all tested compounds showed varying degrees of antiglycation activity with superior activity for two of them (compound 1 and compound 6) compared to the standard rutin. Moreover, the results indicated an outstanding anti-inflammatory activity for two compounds (compounds 1 and 6) compared to ibuprofen.