bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
COMPORTAMENTO DA NASAL PALATAL /ɲ/: ANÁLISE VARIACIONISTA
Authors: Hora Dermeval da , Pedrosa Larissa Moraes 
Published: May 2022

A posição de ataque silábico, em geral, é preenchida por poucas consoantes que estão sujeitas a processos de variação. Dessas consoantes, destacam-se as oclusivas dentais /t,d/ e as soantes palatais /ɲ, ʎ/. Este texto trata da nasal palatal. O objetivo principal é discutir o comportamento desse segmento na comunidade de João Pessoa – PB - Brasil, considerando restrições sociais e estruturais. Como objetivos específicos são delineados: (a) identificar quais as condições estruturais e sociais que podem condicionar a variação da nasal palatal /ɲ/; (b) identificar qual a preferência do falante em relação às variantes, se o apagamento ou manutenção da nasal palatal; (c) identificar o estágio em que se encontra o processo de variação que envolve esse segmento, se variação estável ou indício de mudança linguística em progresso. Os dados trabalhados foram retirados do Projeto Variação Linguística no Estado da Paraíba – VALPB (1993), de onde foram selecionados 34 falantes, estratificados de acordo com o sexo, a faixa etária e os anos de escolarização. Ao lado das restrições sociais, foram controladas restrições estruturais. O tratamento estatístico foi realizado com a utilização do Programa Goldvarb X que selecionou como relevantes para o apagamento da nasal palatal as restrições estruturais (contexto fonológico precedente, contexto fonológico seguinte, número de sílabas, tonicidade, categoria gramatical) e as restrições sociais (sexo, faixa etária e anos de escolarização).
Palavras-chave: Nasal palatal. Variação linguística. Projeto VALPB. Restrições linguísticas. Restrições sociais.
O ENSINO DE PORTUGUÊS COMO LÍNGUA MATERNA NA PERSPECTIVA DA SOCIOLINGUÍSTICA: UMA PROPOSTA INTERDISCIPLINAR COM LETRAS DE MÚSICA DE CAPOEIRA
Authors: Torres Fábio Fernandes , Cruz Munirah Lopes da 
Published: May 2022

Este artigo tem por objetivo refletir sobre o ensino de língua portuguesa como língua materna, numa perspectiva sociolinguística e interdisciplinar, a partir de elementos da cultura afro-brasileira relacionados às diversidades linguística e cultural do país. Metodologicamente, a partir de letras de músicas de capoeira, propõem-se questões com o propósito de despertar a consciência dos alunos sobre os processos históricos associados à formação da nossa sociedade e de nossa variedade linguística, sobre a diversidade do português brasileiro e sobre os preconceitos sociais presentes em nossa sociedade, dentre eles, o linguístico. As reflexões baseiam-se nos pressupostos da Sociolinguística, introduzidos por Labov (2008), e nas contribuições desse modelo para o ensino de língua materna (BORTONI-RICARDO, 2004; FARACO, 2008, 2015, BAGNO, 2002, entre outros). As conclusões decorrentes dessas reflexões sugerem, como forma de despertar a consciência linguística dos fenômenos variáveis e combater o preconceito linguístico, a abordagem de questões sociais e culturais relacionadas à formação das variedades linguísticas e da realidade sociolinguística brasileira.
Palavras-chave: sociolinguística, língua portuguesa, ensino.
La complejidad urbana y su relación con la morfología de los tejidos urbanos y la proximidad
Authors: Rueda-Palenzuela Salvador 
Published: May 2022

El artículo aborda la complejidad urbana y su medida a través de la teoría de la información. Parte del cuerpo teórico que la ecología académica usa en los ecosistemas naturales se traslada a los ecosistemas urbanos. La diversidad de especies vivas usada para medir la complejidad de los sistemas naturales se convierte en la diversidad de personas jurídicas (entes urbanos organizados) en los sistemas urbanos para medir la complejidad de su organización. Para poder hacer extensiva la forma de medir la complejidad urbana se escoge el NACE (taxonomía de las personas jurídicas en Europa) y se define un diccionario iconográfico para generar mensajes urbanos (cada ente organizado tiene un icono que lo representa). La cantidad de información que contiene cada mensaje será medida a través de la diversidad de personas jurídicas.
Se analiza la relación de la complejidad con la morfología y la densidad de los tejidos urbanos. La combinación de ambos conceptos define la proximidad a (y entre) los entes organizados. Se analizan, también, las morfologías urbanas que incluyen los valores más elevados de diversidad urbana con un menor consumo de suelo y de energía.
Identifikasi Rasa Ingin Tahu Siswa dalam Pelajaran Fisika di Kota Jambi
Authors: Syiarah Hikmah 
Published: May 2022

Tujuan penelitian: Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah ada hubungan yang signifikan antara sikap dan hasil belajar pada materi Hukum Newton Gravitasi pada siswa kelas XI MIPA 2, XI MIPA 3, dan XI MIPA 4 di SMA Negeri 2 Kota Sungai Penuh..
Metodologi: Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Variabel bebas pada penelitian ini adalah sikap siswa, dan hasil belajar merupakat variabel terikat. Populasi yang diambil adalah sebanyak 105 orang yang terdiri dari siswa kelas XII MIPA 2, XI MIPA 3, dan XI MIPA 4 SMA Negeri 2 Kota Sungai Penuh dan sampel yang diambil yaitu sebanyak 50 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner (angket). Teknik analisis data dilakukan diantaranya uji normalitas, uji linearitas, dan uji korelasi dengan bantuan software SPSS 21.
Temuan utama: Hasil uji diperoleh nilai korelasi pearson 0.518 artinya terdapat korelasi tetapi lemah antara sikap dan hasil belajar dengan nilai Sig.(2-tailed) =0.00 < 0.05 maka H0 ditolak hal ini dapat diartikan bahwa H1 diterima yaitu terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara sikap dan hasil belajar, meskipun terdapat koreasi linier tetatpi korelasi tersebut lemah.
Keterbaruan penelitian: Diperoleh sebuah kenyataan bahwa sikap mempengaruhi hasil belajara siswa. Untuk mencapai hasil belajar yang baik maka siswa harus menumbuhkan sikap belajar yang baik.
Pengaruh Kegemaran Membaca Saintifik Terhadap Sikap Terhadap IPA di Sekolah Menengah Pertama
Authors: Winda Febrina Rosa , Firmansyah Riko 
Published: May 2022

Tujuan penelitian: Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengeksplorasi kegemaran membaca, sikap terhadap IPA, dan bagaimana pengaruh kegemaran membaca (X) terhadap sikap terhadap IPA (Y) di sekolah menengah pertama.
Metodologi: Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dengan analisis regresi linier sederhana dan desain penelitian deskriptif. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah angket kegemaran membaca menggunakan 4 indikator antara lain preferensi membaca saintifik, efek positif membaca terhadap kemampuan, sikap umum terhadap membaca, dan pandangan negatif terhadap membaca. Sedangkan angket sikap terhadap IPA menggunakan 7 indikator antara lain implikasi sosial IPA, normalitas ilmuwan, sikap terhadap penyelidikan dalam IPA, adopsi sikap ilmiah, kesenangan dalam belajar IPA, ketertarikan memperbanyak waktu belajar IPA, dan ketertarikan berkarir dalam bidang IPA.
Temuan utama: Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan kegemaran membaca kelas 7 berada pada kategori baik, sikap terhadap IPA berada pada kategori netral dan pengaruh kegemaran membaca terhadap sikap adalah lemah negatif.
Keterbaruan penelitian: Keterbaruan dalam penelitian ini adalah memodifikasi model pembelajran problem solving pada sistem sosial.
The Relationship between Appraisal Practices and Teachers’ Instructional Delivery Methods in Isingiro North Constituency Primary Schools of Isingiro District, Uganda
Authors: Kyasimire Prudence , Aheisibwe Irene , Barigye Enoch 
Published: May 2022

The study established the relationship between appraisal practices and teachers’ instructional delivery methods in Isingiro North Constituency Primary Schools of Isingiro District, Uganda. A descriptive survey design was adopted. The target population of this study comprised of head teachers, teachers in the Primary schools and inspector of schools in Isingiro north constituency. Questionnaires were used to collect data from respondents. The results indicated that there was a positive statistically significant relationship between appraisal practices and teachers’ instructional delivery method (The p =0.000<0.01). It was concluded that there was a positive significant relationship between appraisal practices and teachers’ instructional delivery. It was recommended that the ministry of education should enhance goal setting practices and link attainment of goals with rewards to continue improving the teachers’ instruction delivery in primary schools. Head teachers should provide regular and timely feedback to teachers. Head teachers should ensure that performance feedback is free from errors based on personal bias like stereotyping to have positive effect on instruction delivery
New records of fifteen species of Fulgoromorpha (Insecta: Hemiptera) in Bulgaria
Authors: Gjonov Ilia 
Published: May 2022

Bulgarian planthopper fauna (Hemiptera: Fulgoromorpha) are relatively well studied, with 164 known species from 77 genera and 11 families. Data for some species from previous studies were reported without any localities or were incomplete and need to be updated.In the present study, 13 species of planthoppers are recorded for the first time in Bulgaria -Hyalesthes mlokosiewicziSignoret, 1879 (Cixiidae),Delphax armeniacusAnufriev, 1970,Euides speciosa(Boheman, 1845),Eurysula lurida(Fieber, 1866),Florodelphax paryphasma(Flor, 1861),Jassidaeus lugubris(Signoret, 1865),Metropis arisAsche, Drosopoulos &amp; Hoch, 1983,Oncodelphax pullula(Boheman, 1852),Ribautodelphax imitans(Ribaut, 1953),R. pungens(Ribaut, 1953),Stenocranus major(Kirschbaum, 1868) (Delphacidae),Latilica maculipes(Melichar, 1906) andTshurtshurnella extremaDlabola, 1980 (Issidae). Species from the following five genera are recorded in Bulgaria for the first time:EuidesFieber, 1866,EurysulaVilbaste, 1968,JassidaeusFieber, 1866,OncodelphaxWagner, 1963 (Delphacidae) andLatilicaEmeljanov, 1971 (Issidae). As a result, the total numbers of known planthopper species and genera in Bulgaria become 177 species and 82 genera. The dataset of all collected specimens presented in this work was provided separately through Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). Detailed distribution of the species and comments on those from the European Red Lists are also provided.
Best Practices for Diversifying Nursing Education: Observations from a Consultant's Experience
Authors: Byrd David A. 
Published: May 2022

Background:
Nursing schools across the country have dedicated themselves to diversifying their enrollment to influence the diversification of the nursing workforce. They often seek examples of best practices to pursue inclusive excellence within their organization. This article provides the best strategies for engaging in this work.

Method:
The author provides reflections from 7 years of experience diversifying and retaining underrepresented populations at an academic health science center and consulting site visits to several schools of nursing across the country.

Results:
Seven best practice strategies are identified to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing education.

Conclusion:

Institutions that are committed to diversifying their enrollment engage in intentional strategies to focus on inclusive excellence and success for all members of their learning community.

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J Nurs Educ
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ILLUMINAZIONE: EVOLUZIONE TECNOLOGICA SOSTENIBILE TRA PASSATO, PRESENTE E FUTURO
Authors: Bossi Alberto 
Published: May 2022

The concern about environmental problems, in recent years, greatly encouraged and fostered the development of innovative energy saving systems (lighting and sensors) and effective energy conversion devices using renewable sources (solar, geothermal, wind); those technologies are now largely employed both at industrial and domestic levels. This note illustrates the emblematic case of light manipulation and lighting systems. Artificial light, being often assumed for granted, do not only allow us to see and move in our surroundings, but it also helps us to interact with the environment and live better. It is truly considered a form of physical and mental well-being. After a brief historical overview on the lighting system evolution during the last 150 years, starting from the lamps developed by Edison, we will discuss the current revolution of the OLED (organic light emitting diodes) technology. Focusing on OLEDs perspectives and challenges, it will be highlighted the fundamental contribution given by the chemistry and the steering effect on the physics and engineering fields.
Premenstrual syndrome: consultation sources and the impact on women’s quality of life
Authors: M Jaber Ruba , O Alghzawi Asma , H Salameh Hadeel 
Published: May 2022

Introduction: The main aim of this study was to explore the sources of consultation that women seek during premenstural syndrome (PMS), and to establish the association between the severity of PMS and how it affects the quality of life.
Methods: Cross sectional study of 179 female patients, using an Arabic validated version of the shortened premenstrual assessment form, and a 7-item quality of life questionnaire that was developed by the researchers. The questionnaire was tested for validity and reliability via a pilot study before the initiation of data collection. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 19.
Results: 179 women participated in the study, with more than half of them aged between 20-30 years old. PMS prevalence was 88%; patient’s predominantly sought help from their relatives (51%), followed by physicians (34%). There was no association found between the severity of premenstrual symptoms and seeking consultation. PMS symptoms affected women’s daily activities (p-value 0.039), their satisfaction with their general appearance (p-value 0.001) and weight (p-value 0.022), and affected their relationships with familymembers (p-value 0.001) and other people (p-value 0.002).
Conclusion: PMS is a common condition that affects women and their quality of life in several ways. Physicians and primary health care providers must be more vigilant in detecting the presence of PMS.
Keywords: Premenstrual syndrome; quality of life; consultation.
Identification of HPV16’s E6 gene in suspected cases of cervical lesions and docking study of its L1 protein with active components of Echinacea purpurae
Authors: Lukman Yusuf , A Bala Doro , I Malik Kabir , Saidu Abdulkadir , A Saleh Kumurya , J Abubakar Bala , I Abubakar Aliyu 
Published: May 2022

Background: HPV 16 is the primary etiologic agent of cervical cancer and the presence of L1 and E6 oncoproteins are largely responsible for its virulence. It was the objective of this study to identify HPV16 isolates from suspected cases of cervical cancer at Specialist Hospital Sokoto and Sir Yahaya Memorail Hospiatal Birnin Kebbi, Nigeria and also to identifypotent HPV16’s L1 protein inhibitor using in silico analysis.
Methods: A total of 144 cervical samples consisting of 21 low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion, 6 high grade lesion and 117 negative pap smears were collected. The samples were subjected for molecular detection using PCR targeting E6 gene of the virus. Data generated for the molecular prevalence was statistically analyzed using Chi-square method. AutoDock Vina was used to carry out the molecular docking between 2hr5 and Chicoric acid, curcumin and Echinacoside.
Results: Out of the 144 samples, 24 samples were positive for the PCR representing 16.9% molecular prevalence rate. There is statistically significant association between cyto-diagnoses and presence of HPV16 (P < 0.05). Docking analysis showed that the Chicoric acid components of Echinacea purpurae have strong binding affinity (-8.7 kcal/mol) to the L1 protein of the HPV.
Conclusion: This study provides data on HPV 16 epidemiology in northern Nigeria, and also provides novel evidence for consideration on certain interacting residues, when synthesizing Anti-HPV compounds in the wet lab.
Keywords: HPV; Echinacea purpurae; chicoric acid; echinacoside; curcumin.
Evaluation of definitive histopathological results of patients diagnosed with endometrial polyps: a tertiary care center experience
Authors: Gündüz Reyhan , Ağaçayak Elif , Okutucu Gülcan , Alabalik Ulaş , Sıddık Evsen Mehmet 
Published: May 2022

Objectives: To determine the premalignancy and malignancy prevalence in patients diagnosed with endometrial polyps and to investigate factors affecting premalignancy and malignancy.
Methods: In our retrospective study, patients who were diagnosed with endometrial polyp with endometrial samples and who underwent polypectomy by hysteroscopy or hysterectomy within one year were included.
Results: Premalignant / malignant histopathological results were detected in 7 (2.8%) patients. There were no statistically significant differences in histopathological results and endometrial sampling indications between premenopausal and postmenopausal patients. Hysterectomy in patients with premalignant/ malignant results and hysteroscopy in patients with benign results were found to be significantly different. There was not a statistically significant difference between patients with benign results and those with premalignant/malignant results in menopausal status, symptoms, status of hormone replacement therapy and endometrial polyp size.
Conclusion: The possibility of premalignant/ malignant results in patients diagnosed with endometrial polyps should be kept in mind. The menopausal status, symptoms, sizes of endometrial polyps and whether or not the patient is on hormone replacement therapy should be considered while making the management plan. However, these should not be the decisive factors on their own.
Keywords: Endometrial polyp; premalignancy; malignancy; hysteroscopy; hysterectomy; endometrial sampling.
Endometriosis in an indigenous African women population
Authors: Ohayi Samuel , Onyishi Nnaemeka , Mbah Sunday 
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Endometriosis is the existence of endometrial tissue outside the endometrial cavity. It has high prevalence in women living in developed countries but is believed to be rare among indigenous African women.Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and characteristics of endometriosis in an indigenous African women population.
Methods: Gynaecological specimens received and diagnosed as endometriosis in a teaching hospital’s Histopathology laboratory over a 5-year period was retrospectively reviewed. Data obtained were analysed by simple statistical methods.
Results: There were 25 diagnosed cases of endometriosis representing 0.9% of gynaecological specimens received in the period. Patients’ average age is 38.4±8.4 years; peak age was 31- 40 years (n=10; 40%). Myometrium is the most common site (n=16; 64%), other sites include umbilicus and round ligament etc. Pelvic pain, 36% and irregular uterine bleeding, 28% are most common symptoms. There was primary and secondary infertility in 20% and 16% of cases respectively. The umbilical and suprapubic masses had symptoms that synchronised with the patient’s menstrual cycle.
Conclusion: Endometriosis has low prevalence in our population. Women presenting with chronic pelvic pain, infertility and menstrual disorders should be evaluated for endometriosis. Population-based study is required to further characterize the condition in our population.
Keywords: Endometriosis; indigenous African women; endometrial tissue; chronic pelvic pain; infertility; abnormal uterine bleeding.
Determinants of female condom use among female tertiary students in the Hohoe Municipality of Ghana using the Health Belief Model
Authors: Amevor Enyonam , Tarkang Elvis 
Published: May 2022

Background: Besides abstinence, the condom has proven to be the only effective method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS. This study investigated the determinants of female condom (FC) use among female tertiary students in the Hohoe Municipality, Ghana using the Health Belief Model (HBM).
Methods: A cross-sectional design was adopted. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire in January 2019 and analysed using STATA version 14.0. Logistic regression was used to measure the strength of associations between the dependent and independent variables. A p-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: The overall utilisation of the FC was 35.0%. Among the constructs of the HBM, it was perceived self-efficacy for FC use that was significantly associated with FC use: respondents who had the confidence to convince their partners to use the FC were 2 times more likely to use it than respondents who did not [AOR =2.15(CI: 1.26, 3.71); p= 0.005].
Conclusion: Female students in the current study exhibited poor utilization of the FC. Health promotion interventions should, therefore, focus on increasing their self-efficacy for FC use.
Keywords: Female condom use; Health Belief Model; Female tertiary students; Hohoe; Ghana.
Feto-maternal outcomes of caesarean delivery in Federal Medical Centre, Asaba: a two year review
Authors: Jombo Sunday , Ossai Chukwuma , Onwusulu Daniel , Ilikannu Samuel , Fagbemi Adeniyi 
Published: May 2022

Background: The upward trend of caesarean section and its associated morbidity/mortality especially in low and middle income areas makes regular appraisal of the procedure necessary.
Objective: To evaluate caesarean section; its rate, indications, and maternal and fetal outcomes in Asaba.
Methods: A retrospective study of all caesarean sections carried out at the obstetrics unit of the Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, between July 1, 2018 and June 31, 2020. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.
Results: There were 2778 deliveries during the period, out of which 705 had caesarean sections, giving an overall caesarean section rate of 25.4%.There were 456 (64.7%) emergency caesarean sections. The commonest indication for caesarean section was repeat caesarean section 196 (27.8%), while cephalo-pelvic disproportion 87 (12.3%) was the commonest indication for emergency caesarean section. Majority of the babies had low APGAR score at 1min and 5mins, 126 (27.6%) and 50 (11.0%) from emergency than elective caesarean section 16 (6.4%) and 5 (2.0%) at 1min and 5mins respectively (x2=17.963, P<0.001). There were 31 (4.2%) perinatal deaths out of which majority 28 (6.1%) were from emergency caesarean sections (x2=9.412 P=0.002). The commonest post-operative complication was postpartum anaemia (140 (19.9%) while caesarean section case fatality was 0.6%.
Conclusion: This study showed a caesarean section rate of 25.4% with repeat caesarean section and Cephalopelvic disproportion being the most common indication for elective and emergency caesarean section respectively. Emergency caesarean section accounted for most of the cases and is associated with a higher risk of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Keywords: Caesarean section; caesarean section rate; maternal; fetal outcomes.