scholarly journals Assessment of Worn Textile Antennas’ Exposure on the Physiological Parameters and Well-Being of Adults

IEEE Access ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 98946-98958 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khuzairi Masrakin ◽  
Hasliza A. Rahim ◽  
Ping Jack Soh ◽  
Mohdfareq Abdulmalek ◽  
Ismahayati Adam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Physiological Parameters

scholarly journals Physiological Parameters of Pigs Raised with and without Environmental Enrichment

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 176
Author(s):  
Carlos Syllas Monteiro Luz ◽  
Leonardo Atta Farias ◽  
José Luiz Leonardo Araujo Pimenta ◽  
Joisiane Da Silva Santos ◽  
Richard Átila De Sousa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Environmental Enrichment ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Environmental Parameters ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Pig Farming ◽  
Randomized Block Design ◽  
Morning Shift

Ethical and commercial issues are associated with animal welfare in pig farming, in that sense, the objective of this work was to evaluate physiological and blood parameters in addition to weight gain in pigs raised with and without sunlight and environmental enrichment (EE), as well as to correlate physiological and environmental parameters as welfare indicators. Twenty-four pigs distributed in a randomized block design with a 2 × 2 factorial arrangement were used. Blocks were represented by shifts (morning and afternoon), and factors by the presence or absence of EE and sunlight. Blood and environmental parameters of thermal comfort, in addition to weight gain, were registered. Physiological parameters showed to be shift dependent (p < 0.05), with the afternoon shift being superior when compared to the morning shift, thus indicating climate influence. Weight gain showed significant interactions (p < 0.05) in the presence and absence of sunlight and EE in the stalls. Temperature correlated positively with the physiological parameters. Moisture showed negative correlations with physiological parameters. The packed cell volume was lower (p < 0.05) in the presence of EE. The EE provides physiological well-being and weight gain for pigs in the nursery stage, especially when sunlight was absent in the stalls.

scholarly journals Behavioral Methods for Severity Assessment

Animals ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 1136
Author(s):  
Pia Kahnau ◽  
Anne Habedank ◽  
Kai Diederich ◽  
Lars Lewejohann
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Bias ◽  
Emotional State ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Animal Experimentation ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Laboratory Animals ◽  
Comprehensive Understanding ◽  
Animal Suffering ◽  
Behavioral Methods ◽  
Preference Tests

It has become mandatory for the application for allowance of animal experimentation to rate the severity of the experimental procedures. In order to minimize suffering related to animal experimentation it is therefore crucial to develop appropriate methods for the assessment of animal suffering. Physiological parameters such as hormones or body weight are used to assess stress in laboratory animals. However, such physiological parameters alone are often difficult to interpret and leave a wide scope for interpretation. More recently, behavior, feelings and emotions have come increasingly into the focus of welfare research. Tests like preference tests or cognitive bias tests give insight on how animals evaluate certain situations or objects, how they feel and what their emotional state is. These methods should be combined in order to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the well-being of laboratory animals.

scholarly journals Influence of individual psychological features on the functional state of aviation specialists in conditions of hypobaric hypoxia

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 55-66
Author(s):  
Аndrey A. Blaginin ◽  
Maxim V. Kaltygin ◽  
Oleg V. Kotov ◽  
Sergey N. Sinelnikov ◽  
Ruslan A. Dzankisov
Keyword(s):  
Functional State ◽  
Trait Anxiety ◽  
Hypobaric Hypoxia ◽  
Critical Frequency ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
The Body ◽  
Psychological Characteristics ◽  
Functional Changes ◽  
Arterial Blood

The study is devoted to the study of the influence of individual psychological characteristics of the personality of aviation specialists on the tolerability of moderate degrees of hypobaric hypoxia, simulated in a pressure chamber. The study included the assessment of physiological parameters (blood pressure, heart rate, arterial blood saturation, Roufier index) and psychophysiological indicators (critical frequency of light flickering fusion, complex sensorimotor response, indicators of subjective assessment of the state (SAN test)) depending on the level of neuroticism, extroversion and personal anxiety level. As a result of the study, it was found that the functional state of the body of subjects with high levels of neuroticism in hypobaric hypoxia changes significantly than in subjects with low levels of neuroticism, which is confirmed by a more pronounced decrease in health, activity and mood by 17.5% (p 0.01), 16.9% (p 0.05) and 9% (p 0.01), respectively, an increase in the time of complex sensorimotor response by 12.6% (p 0.01), as well as more pronounced functional changes in the cardiovascular system. It was revealed that changes in some physiological parameters in extroverts had a large negative dynamics in hypoxia, so the increase in the Roufier index in the group of introverts at 30, 60 minutes and after the rise by 97.3%, 98.6% and 15.1%, respectively, against an increase of 118.2%, 123.6% and 16.4% in the group of extroverts was revealed. In the group of extroverts, an increase in the time of complex sensorimotor response after the end of the study was found by 8.0% (p 0.05), an increase in critical frequency of light flickering fusion compared to the indicators obtained before the rise by 5.2% (p 0.05). It is established that the functional status of subjects with high levels of trait anxiety had a more pronounced negative trend in terms of the effects of hypobaric hypoxia, which is confirmed by a significant higher values of the Roufier index in groups with high levels of trait anxiety, with the background study, 30th, 60th minute and after rising; extending the time complex sensorimotor response to 45 minute 6.1% (p 0.05), and after altitude study by 9.5% (p 0.01); by the 40th minute of stay in the hyperbaric chamber the indicators of well-being decreased by 20.3% (p 0.01), activity by 18.8% (p 0.05) and mood by 13.7% (p 0.01). Thus, it was shown that in assessing the tolerability of moderate degrees of hypoxia, it is necessary to take into account the dependence of changes in the functional state of the organism on individual psychological characteristics.

An assessment, using physiological parameters, of the welfare of group housed gilts on three feeding systems

1994 ◽  
Vol 1994 ◽  
pp. 183-183
Author(s):  
A H Stewart ◽  
S A Edwards ◽  
A M Mackenzie
Keyword(s):  
Production Systems ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Immune Challenge ◽  
New Production ◽  
Acth Challenge ◽  
Function Test ◽  
Feeding Systems ◽  
Comprehensive Study

The assessment of well-being is of prime importance in the development of new production systems. For meaningful conclusions to be drawn, every aspect under the broad headings of physical, physiological and behavioural well being should be studied. There are a number of instances where, in extreme circumstances, physiological parameters have been shown to affect health and production, and are considered by some to be useful in determining long term welfare status. There is, however, evidence to suggest that the interactions between physiological functions are too complex to allow simple conclusions. As part of a comprehensive study into welfare of group housed gilts (Stewart et al 1993) this paper describes the results of an immune challenge, an adrenal function test (ACTH challenge) and adrenal weight and how they are associated with other welfare parameters.

scholarly journals Effects of liver abscess presence on stress-related physiological parameters associated with well-being in beef feedlot cattle

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 437-446
Author(s):  
F.S. Baier ◽  
T. Grandin ◽  
T.E. Engle ◽  
S.L. Archibeque ◽  
J.J. Wagner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Liver Abscess ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Feedlot Cattle ◽  
Physiological Parameters

scholarly journals Effects of Rapid Weight Loss on Judo Athletes: A Systematic Review

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 1220
Author(s):  
Nemanja Lakicevic ◽  
Roberto Roklicer ◽  
Antonino Bianco ◽  
Diba Mani ◽  
Antonio Paoli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Weight Loss ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Rapid Weight Loss ◽  
Eligibility Criteria ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Judo Athletes ◽  
The Impact

Rapid weight loss (RWL) is commonly practiced among judo athletes. Although it helps them to gain the advantage over their lighter opponents, previous studies have shown that RWL can have a negative impact on the athlete’s performance and overall well-being. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the evidence that examines the influence of rapid weight loss on physiological parameters, biomarkers, and psychological well-being in judo athletes. We followed the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses guidelines. We searched for studies on Web of Science and PubMed that elaborate on the influence of ≥5% RWL achieved over ≤7-day period in judokas. Out of 52 studies initially found, 14 studies met our eligibility criteria and were included in the review. In total, we examined data from 1103 judo athletes. Retrieved studies showed conflicting data concerning physiological parameters and biomarkers, while psychological well-being parameters were more consistent than physiological and biomarkers. The feeling of tension, anger, and fatigue significantly increased while a decrease in vigor was demonstrated among athletes who lost weight rapidly. The evidence on the impact of RWL on performance remains ambiguous. More studies under standardized conditions are needed in order to provide firm evidence. Considering the harmful effects of RWL outlined in the existing literature, it is important to determine and monitor athlete’s minimal competitive weight to prioritize the health and safety of the athlete, emphasize fairness, and ultimately benefit the sport.

scholarly journals Physiological and psychological outcomes of kangaroo mother care of preterm infants–an overview

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-13
Keyword(s):  
Preterm Infants ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Close Contact ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Vital Signs ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Kangaroo Mother Care ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Indigenous Populations ◽  
Forward Measure

Background: Neonatal care especially for premature infants may require varying periods of intensive care which may limit parental involvement. Kangaroo mother care (KMC) allows for close contact between mother and infant, widely used by Indigenous populations but now introduced into neonatal nurseries. This paper reviews the growing literature highlighting the physiological and psychological impact of its introduction in the care of preterm infants. Methods: A brief introduction of current practices in the care of preterm infants is followed by discussing the rationale of KMC. The benefits or otherwise of such care is reviewed, drawing on the current literature. Future avenues of study are suggested. Results: KMC has been successfully undertaken of preterm infants. Such care improved the infant’s circulatory physiological parameters which included heart rate variability, oxygen saturations and temperature control. There also appeared to be a reduction in pain scores during uncomfortable neonatal procedures. An increase in successful breastfeeding, improved maternal-infant interaction and better neurodevelopmental progress has also been observed. Further study may utilise vital signs to affirm clinical outcomes. The administration of the relatively straight forward measure of the Alarm Distress Baby Scale may objectively assess infant well-being and their resultant social interactions. Conclusion: The current literature suggests multiple benefits for preterm infants exposed to KMC with improvement in physiological parameters and developmental outcomes. It also empowers mothers to be more intimately involved with their infants. These reported findings encourage the safe introduction of KMC into further nurseries

scholarly journals Effects of Heat Stress on the Well-Being, Fertility, and Hatchability of Chickens in the Northern Guinea Savannah Zone of Nigeria: A Review

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. O. Ayo ◽  
J. A. Obidi ◽  
P. I. Rekwot
Keyword(s):  
Heat Stress ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Reproductive Performance ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Physiological Parameters ◽  
Poultry Production ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
The Tropics ◽  
Savannah Zone ◽  
Specific Impact

The paper examines heat stress and its adverse effects as a hindrance to profitable poultry production in the tropics, with emphasis on the Northern Guinea Savannah zone of Nigeria. It elucidates the general negative effects of heat stress on physiological parameters of domestic chickens, and the specific impact of the stress on reproduction in the tropics. The deleterious effects are expressed in poor poultry well-being and reproductive performance. It is concluded that measures aimed at alleviating heat stress in domestic chickens must be adopted in order to enhance reproductive and, consequently, efficiency of modern poultry production in the tropics.

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