bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pengaruh edukasi isi piringku dengan menggunakan media lembar balik terhadap tingkat pengetahuan gizi seimbang
Authors: Putri Adinda Intan Sueno , Rachman Moh. Zainol , Jupriyono Jupriyono
Published: November 2024

Latar Belakang: Masalah gizi di Indonesia menjadi salah satu masalah kesehatan yang belum bisa terselesaikan dengan maksimal. Salah satu kelompok yang cenderung lebih rentang mengalami masalah gizi dan kelainan gizi adalah anak sekolah, sehingga diperlukan pendidikan gizi kepada anak sekolah melalui edukasi isi piringku. Menurut hasil riskesdas 2018 provinsi jawa timur terdapat data status gizi anak usia 5-12 tahun dengan kategori kurus 8% dan kategori gemuk 24,3%.Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif desain PreExperimental dengan pendekatan One Group Pretest-Posttest.Hasil: Hasil uji hipotesis menggunakan uji Wilcoxon, didapatkan data dengan nilai p value yaitu 0,000 yang artinya kurang dari 0,05 sehingga H0 ditolak dan H1 diterima.Kesimpulan: Terdapat pengaruh edukasi isi piringku dengan menggunakan media lembar balik terhadap tingkat pengetahuan siswa kelas v tentang gizi seimbang di MI Tabiyatul Huda Kota Malang
Pola konsumsi makan dan minuman terhadap risiko obesitas remaja
Authors: Muharry Andy , Yogaswara Dadan , Annashr Nissa Noor
Published: November 2024

Latar Belakang: Prevalensi obesitas  anak dan remaja meningkat secara global, termasuk di Indonesia, yang kini menghadapi masalah gizi serius pada kelompok usia remaja. Obesitas remaja berdampak pada kesehatan jangka panjang, seperti munculnya penyakit tidak menular dan gangguan metabolik. Tujuan penelitian mengidentifikasi hubungan pola konsumsi makan dan minuman terhadap obesitas remaja di Kecamatan Leuwisari, Kabupaten Tasikmalaya.Metode: Studi menggunakan pendekatan kasus-kontrol dengan 126 responden, terdiri dari 42 kasus obesitas dan 84 kontrol. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner dan pengukuran langsung, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan uji chi-square dan regresi logistik.Hasil: Hasil menunjukkan bahwa remaja yang sering mengonsumsi soft drink memiliki risiko 2,57 kali lebih tinggi mengalami obesitas (p=0,027), sedangkan konsumsi junk food meningkatkan risiko 2,8 kali (p=0,014). Rendahnya konsumsi sayur dan buah juga signifikan, dengan OR masing-masing 2,8 (p=0,014) dan 3,86 (p=0,001). Analisis multivariat menegaskan bahwa konsumsi buah adalah faktor paling dominan (OR=1,010, p=0,000).Kesimpulan: kebiasaan mengonsumsi soft drink, junk food, dan rendahnya konsumsi sayur dan buah berperan penting dalam peningkatan risiko obesitas pada remaja.
Movilidad y parentesco en los rituales de investidura de las sacerdotisas de Emar
Authors: Godoy Dana Abigail , López Karababikian Rocío
Published: November 2024

El hallazgo de una serie de tablillas en acadio en la década de 1970 ha permitido el conocimiento de dos rituales religiosos relacionados con la instalación de autoridades religiosas en la ciudad de Emar, en el norte de la actual Siria. En las tablillas Emar 369 y Emar 370 encontramos descripciones del ritual de instalación de las sacerdotisas NIN.DINGIR y maš’artu del templo del dios de la tormenta. Los paralelos entre estos rituales son muchos; en particular se percibe en ambos una insistencia en la movilidad de las futuras sacerdotisas, que a lo largo del ritual se desplazan continuamente entre sus hogares paternos y los templos. Considerando que la naturaleza de esta movilidad no ha sido explorada a fondo, el presente trabajo se propone analizar los rituales en conjunto para comprender el papel de la movilidad religiosa en la configuración de las relaciones sociales de Emar, centrándose en cómo transforma el estatus de las personas y en cómo opera para reafirmar el orden social existente a la vez que modifica las relaciones sociales de los sujetos entre sí (particularmente viendo cómo actúa sobre los lazos parentales) y con las deidades. Retomamos también las hipótesis propuestas por Daniel E. Fleming y Daniel Arnaud en relación con el carácter comunitario del rito como independiente de y predecesor a la estructura estatal.
ANALISIS FRAUD RESPONSE DAN FRAUD RECOVERY SYSTEM PADA LEMBAGA KEUANGAN MIKRO: PENDEKATAN STUDI KASUS
Authors: Nurani Bulan Karima , Jayanti Fitri Dwi , Tantra Arda Raditya
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pertimbangan yang digunakan oleh manajemen dalam fraud response atas kasus yang telah merugikan koperasi dan nasabah, serta mengetahui sistem pemulihan kerugian yang diambil oleh manajemen. Subjek dan organisasi yang diteliti adalah pihak manajemen sebuah lembaga keuangan mikro (Koperasi ABC) di Jawa Tengah. Tujuan penelitian ini akan dicapai dengan menggunakan desain penelitian kualitatif, dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Studi kasus dipilih karena unit analisisnya merupakan satu organisasi. Penelitian analitik digunakan untuk menggali bagaimana dan mengapa suatu fenomena terjadi. Hasil penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa respon yang dilakukan oleh koperasi terhadap kasus penipuan yang dilakukan oleh karyawannya adalah pemutusan hubungan kerja dengan beberapa kali perjanjian, tanpa melibatkan proses hukum. Langkah ini dilakukan untuk menjaga nama baik Koperasi di mata masyarakat dan meminimalisir pengeluaran dana yang lebih besar. Dalam praktiknya, penelitian ini membuktikan dan memperkuat teori bahwa sebagian besar penipuan yang dilakukan oleh karyawan tidak terdeteksi dan seringkali diselesaikan secara rahasia untuk melindungi nama baik korban, perkiraan ini kemungkinan meremehkan kerugian yang sebenarnya bagi bisnis dan masyarakat. Penelitian ini juga dapat memberikan implikasi praktis bagi lembaga koperasi lainnya sebagai acuan dalam mengambil keputusan terkait kasus serupa.
Orientaciones para el diseño de un plan de cuidados biopsicosocial en enfermería
Authors: Badanta Romero Bárbara , Borrallo Riego Álvaro , Santana Berlanga Nicia del Rocío , Fernández García Elena , Vargas Martínez Ana Magdalena , Suffo Aboza José Antonio , Bueno Ferrán Mercedes
Published: November 2024

Se trata de un recurso o material didáctico atemporal, es decir, no caduco, que permite transversalizar contenidos en diferentes materias del ámbito de ciencias de la salud, especialmente del Grado en Enfermería, de forma que el alumnado cumpla con una de
las principales competencias en el desarrollo de su futura profesión: el diseño de un plan de cuidados holístico en enfermería, es decir, con carácter biopsicosocial.

En primer lugar, el vídeo didáctico orienta sobre los aspectos a considerar en el proceso de valoración de enfermería:

- Biológicos o clínicos: definición de un problema de salud concreto, signos o síntomas, factores etiológicos, factores de riesgo, posibles tratamientos.

- Psicológicos: influencia del estado mental sobre el problema de salud o influencia de problema de salud sobre la salud mental de la persona y/o familiares.

- Sociales y familiares: presencia de redes de apoyo (especial hincapié en el entorno familiar), condiciones de vida, situación económica para el abordaje de la enfermedad, influencia de la enfermedad en actividades de la vida diaria, incluidas las laborales, deporte, ocio y tiempo libre.

En segundo lugar, se proporcionarán píldoras informativas sobre posibles intervenciones de enfermería para abordar el problema específico de salud atendiendo a todas estas variables biopsicosociales. De esta forma, el alumnado es orientado durante todo el proceso de enfermería: los componentes a tener en cuenta durante la valoración enfermera, la detección de problemas reales o potenciales conforme a la valoración realizada, y la planificación de objetivos, intervenciones y actividades ligada a los problemas identificados.
Demonstration and thermal reliability of an e-mode p-type hexagonal boron nitride gate AlGaN/GaN HEMT
Authors: Ge Mei , Li Yi , Zhu Youhua , Dong Kexiu , Tan Shuxin , Yu Chenhui , Chen Dunjun
Published: November 2024

In this letter, we demonstrate an enhancement AlGaN/GaN HEMT with a p-type hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) gate. A major benefit of such a structure is that hBN has a larger bandgap and critical electric field than GaN, hence the proposed device exhibits a larger threshold voltage and gate breakdown compared with the conventional p-GaN gate AlGaN/GaN HEMT. In addition, diagrams of p-hBN/AlGaN/GaN heterojunctions can be regulated by a higher Schottky barrier height with a p-hBN gate, leading to a better output performance. Moreover, better thermal reliability is obtained by the p-hBN gate device with smaller differences in electrical characteristics between room temperature (300 K) and substrate temperature of 320 K. This can be ascribed to the larger thermal conductivity of hBN, resulting in a much lower temperature in the channel.
Mitigating self-turn-on failures in scaled carrier stored trench IGBT: a focus on poly-Si resistivity
Authors: Gollapudi Srikanth , Omura Ichiro
Published: November 2024

Scaled insulated gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) show improvement in electrical performance, but their lower gate threshold voltage (V
ge(th)) causes self-turn-on issues during high dV
ce/dt or di
c/dt switching conditions. In this study, we examine a carrier stored trench bipolar transistor (CSTBT) with a split-gate design to address the self-turn-on issue in scaled IGBTs. The split-gate configuration, which reduces Miller capacitance, helps to overcome self-turn-on failures of scaled split-gate CSTBT; however, the issue remains when considering the resistivity of poly-Si in the split-gates into account. To address this, we propose a selective-split-gate CSTBT design that resolves self-turn-on problems, even when poly-Si resistivity is considered. TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) simulations show that the proposed design is very effective in preventing self-turn-on and improves V
ce(sat) by 24% compared to the scaled split-gate CSTBT.
Simulation of electron energy gain in inductively coupled plasmas driven at 13.56, 27.12, and 40.68 MHz under confronting divergent magnetic fields
Authors: Okazaki Ryota , Sugawara Hirotake
Published: November 2024

Electron heating process in inductively coupled plasmas driven under confronting divergent magnetic fields is investigated by Monte Carlo simulations. Enhancement of the electron energy gain due to the partial resonance is demonstrated by adopting driving frequencies 27.12 and 40.68 MHz higher than the conventional 13.56 MHz. The present model reactor is arranged so that the regions of strong magnetic fields near a magnetic coil and high electric fields near the RF antenna overlap. In this configuration, with increasing driving frequency, the resonant region where the electron heating by the partial resonance occurs shifts to the region of strong magnetic and high electric fields. The enhanced electron heating observed at the higher driving frequencies indicates that the partial resonance occurs in a wider region including more electrons and under higher electric fields. The power deposition by the partial resonance exceeds the electron cooling effect of the strong magnetic fields.
Impact of residence time on bundle length distribution of carbon nanotubes in floating-catalyst chemical vapor deposition synthesis
Authors: Kishibe Yoshiya , Fujimori Toshihiko , Jeong Samuel , Ito Yoshikazu , Fujita Jun-ichi
Published: November 2024

The synthesis of long carbon nanotubes (CNTs) is crucial for translating their exceptional nanoscale properties to macroscopic applications. In this study, we report the impact of residence time on the bundle length of CNTs synthesized using a floating-catalyst chemical vapor deposition process. We analyzed the bundle length distribution of CNTs with the Schulz–Flory model, and found that CNT length increases with residence time up to a critical synthesis temperature. However, above this temperature, CNTs rapidly elongate, with the growth eventually plateauing. Further optimization of the carbon-to-catalytic iron molar ratio can enhance the bundle length.
Improvement of the photoelectric conversion efficiencies of a half-photocell using electrodeposited poly(2,2′-bithiophene) through the incorporation of meso-tetra(3-thienyl)porphyrin and electrodeposited poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)
Authors: Kanbe Kengo , Kumagawa Yu , Hirata Shuya , Oku Takeo , Akiyama Tsuyoshi
Published: November 2024

Electrodeposited thin films of poly(tetrathienylporphyrin+bithiophene)/polyethylenedioxythiophene, polybithiophene/polyethylenedioxythiophene, and polybithiophene were prepared on indium tin oxide transparent electrodes by sequential electropolymerization. Their photochemical properties were evaluated using absorption and fluorescence spectra. These hierarchically structured film-modified electrodes were employed as working electrodes in a three-electrode electrochemical cell, which generated a cathodic photocurrent in the presence of C60 as a sacrificial electron acceptor. The cathodic photocurrent based on electron transfer from the polybithiophene film to C60 was improved by the insertion of polyethylenedioxythiophene between the polybithiophene film and the electrode. The photocurrent was also improved by incorporating tetrathieneylporphyrin into the polybithiophene film.
An Approach to Transtextuality in Kate Morton’s The Forgotten Garden
Authors: Miquel-Baldellou Marta
Published: November 2024

Drawing on Gérard Genette’s inclusive notion of transtextuality—which comprises typologies like intertextuality, metatextuality, and hypertextuality—this article will approach Kate Morton’s novel The Forgotten Garden (2008) as illustrative of different instances of these textual connections. In particular, as an author, Morton has acknowledged that the Victorian novel and Gothic narratives, along with fairy tales and classical myths, have exerted significant influence on her works. Insofar as Morton’s novels display postmodern features as neo-Victorian Gothic textualities, which aim to revisit and portray the past from a contemporary perspective, this article will identify and analyse instances of transtextuality and its different variants in Morton’s novel in relation to the aforementioned four genres in order to prove how the author often resorts to them to create her novels, which become paradigmatic of the notion of transtextuality.
PENGARUH KUALITAS PRODUK DAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN TERHADAP LOYALITAS MELALUI KEPUASAN NASABAH BANK DANAMON CABANG AHMAD YANI MAKASSSAR
Authors: Lumangkun Merlin Maya , Daga Rosnaini , Samad Abdul , Razak Mashur
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis  Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Kualitas Pelayanan Dan Emosional, Terhadap Loyalitas Melalui Kepuasan Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Ahmad Yani Makassar.Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif dengan menggunakan aplikasi SmartPLS 4.9 dalam proses pengolahan data selama periode penelitian. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Ahmad Yani Makassar dan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode sampel purposive sampling. Metode analisis dalam penelitian ini menggunakan Analisis Path, Uji Goodness-of Fit Test dan Pengujian Hipotesis.Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa secara parsial (1) Kualitas Produk berpengaruh positif dan signifikan Terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (2) Kualitas Pelayanan berpengaruh positif namun tidak signifikan Terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (3) Kualitas Produk berpengaruh positif dan signifikan Terhadap Kepuasan Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (4) Kualitas Pelayanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan Terhadap Kepuasan Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (5) Kepuasan Nasabah berpengaruh positif dan signifikan Terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (6) Kualitas Produk berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah melalui kepuasan Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani. (7) Kualitas Pelayanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah melalui kepuasan Nasabah Bank Danamon Cabang Makassar Ahmad Yani
Prevalence of Vesicovaginal Fistula in Ebonyi and Plateau States, Nigeria: Rethinking Women Empowerment
Authors: Efam Okwuchi Chioma , Nwokocha Ezebunwa E. ` , Isiugo-Abanihe Uche C.
Published: November 2024

Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF), an abnormal communication between the bladder and the vagina leading to a constant leakage of urine, remains one of the leading causes of morbidity among women of reproductive age in less developed societies. Although the enormity of the dangers associated with the health condition in Nigeria is well documented, it is difficult to arrive at accurate statistics due to factors such as paucity of community-based research, underreporting due to unwillingness to disclose the disease and fear of stigmatization, among others. This study adopted the crosssectional survey design involving a mixed-methods approach in determining the prevalence of VVF in two purposively selected Nigerian states. A sample of 695 respondents: Ebonyi (324) and Plateau (371) states was drawn using Cochran’s (1977) sample size formula. While a multi-stage sampling technique was used to administer a semi-structured questionnaire to community members, hospital records (Ebonyi 136 and Plateau 381 states) were used to generate information on the prevalence of VVF. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. There were more cases of VVF in Plateau State (23.70 per 100000 women) than in Ebonyi State (12.22 per 100000 women). At community level, it was indicated that only 3 out of every 20 women knew those who had experienced VVF in their communities. There is a need for more community-based research and sensitization on VVF in order to increase awareness about the condition and practices towards its prevention in the larger society.
Indigenous Based Knowledge and Body Marking among the Migili-Koro of Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Ogidi Ambrose. W.
Published: November 2024

The study examines the influence of indigenous based knowledge on body marking among the Migili-koro of Nasarawa State. The focus of the study relates to the origin and prevalence of body marking even to this present generation. One significant aspect of body marking practice among Migili-koro people is associated with both solutions to health challenges and debilitating effects on children. The paper adopted the Ethnomethodology and Symbolic Interactionism approaches as frameworks for a better understanding on the indigenous based knowledge known to the Migili-koro society in Nasarawa State. Qualitative research approach was adopted, employing key informant interview, and in-depth interview. Collected data were analyzed descriptively. Findings from this study revealed that knowledge on body marking among the Migili-koro people was handed down to the present generation by their forbearers through several generations. This justifies the continuous acceptance of the practice among the people. The study also revealed that there are several processes for acquiring knowledge on body marking, which are three-fold: through inheritance, apprenticeship training and by divine revelation in form of dreams or trance. Furthermore, findings from the study revealed that men in Migili-koro society are the only persons that have exclusive right to practice body marking art. On level of knowledge of those who carry out body marking in Migili-koro society, it was revealed that only practitioners who have deep understanding of traditional religious beliefs and practices. Also, from the study different patterns of body marking among the Migili-koro were identified.
Influence of Labour Casualization on Employee Performance in Government Establishments in Nigeria
Authors: Zakari Abdulkadir , Muhammed Bilyaminu  Suleiman , Ibrahim Abdul
Published: November 2024

In recent time, one of the most challenging and highly prevailing issues in the global labour market has been the threat of labour casualization. Its widespread has not spared any society on the globe. Consequently, Nigeria has witnessed a phenomenal rise in the practice of labour casualization with its prevalence permeating all the sectors of the economy. Given the above, the study examined the influence of labour casualization on employee performance in government establishments in Nigeria. The study is a theoretical discourse so it adopts a qualitative research method and depends on secondary data sources such as journal articles, government publications, books, and web-based studies on labour casualization. The study was influenced by the Social Systems Theory founded by Talcott Parsons which best analyses system models. The findings reveal a peculiar workforce that is characterized by a deplorable level of casualization in public establishments with a generally low level of performance. The paper concludes that one of the impediments to high-performance levels in government establishments in Nigeria is casual employment. The paper, therefore, recommends that the Nigerian government at all levels should prioritize efforts towards the creation of decent employment opportunities for the populace. This can be done through the establishment of secondary sector and agro-allied industries which can enhance the creation of job opportunities.
Navigating Academic Commitment and Household Responsibilities among Married Female Students in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions
Authors: Danjuma Hajara Senchi , Dansabo Muhammad Tasiu , Mohammed Ismaila , Sani Gaddafi Wasagu , Muhammad Yahaya Ibrahim
Published: November 2024

The paper assessed academic commitment and household responsibilities among Married Female Students (MFS) in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions. MFS in Nigerian tertiary institutions face a unique set of challenges as they strive to juggle their academic activities with domestic responsibilities. This balancing act often tips towards the domestic sphere, posing significant hurdles for their educational endeavours. This paper adopts a secondary data generation method, relying on empirical literature to gather information for analysis. The content analysis technique was employed to derive themes, aggregate scholarly viewpoints, and subsequently analyse the data. The findings of this paper reveal that a majority of MFS encounter domestic-related challenges that inevitably impact their academic performance. Based on a comprehensive review of the literature, these domestic challenges manifest in various ways, such as irregular lecture attendance, diminished concentration in class, and limited study hours. Unsurprisingly, these issues often result in poor academic performance and, in some cases, lead to dropouts from their educational pursuits. In light of these findings, several recommendations emerge. First and foremost, MFS needs to adopt effective time management strategies while attending tertiary institutions. This can be accomplished by creating a well-structured timetable that accommodates both domestic and academic responsibilities. Such an approach can help MFS maintain a successful academic career while fostering a harmonious and peaceful matrimonial home.
Jungle Justice and Human Rights Governance in Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Illah Obadiah , Emmanuel Ada Moses , Illah Christiana Clement
Published: November 2024

The paper assessed the practice of jungle justice as a violation of human rights in Nasarawa State. The objectives include examining whether people are aware that jungle justice is a violation of human rights, whether the practice influences human rights governance in the state and what can be done to stop the practice. Frustration Aggression theory was adopted as explanatory framework. Data were collected through a triangulation of quantitative and qualitative methods. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select from 7 out of the 13 LGAs of Nasarawa State selected through simple random. Five wards were chosen from each of the selected LGAs and respondents were drawn from randomly selected households. While quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, qualitative information were subjected to content-analysis. Findings show that human rights governance in Nasarawa State is not administered as supposed. It is recommended that government should carry out extensive reform of the judicial process in the State in line with the global best practice, ensure justice administration is visible, social control structures formal or informal tilted toward massive awareness campaigns and enlightenment programmes on the right to fair hearing contained in the 1999 constitution of Nigeria, among others.
Joint Association and Localization of Multiple Targets in an OTFS-Based Multistatic ISAC System
Authors: S Sruti , A Anil Kumar , K Giridhar
Published: November 2024

Orthogonal Time Frequency and Space (OTFS) modulation-based system for
Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) in vehicular scenarios is a
promising technology and is expected to provide reliable communication
in high-speed environments. A vehicle-to-infrastructure-based OTFS
multi-static system with single or multiple transmitters is considered
in this work. The cell towers communicate to the intended target
vehicle(s) and simultaneously estimate the location, velocity, and
bistatic radar cross-section of other targets in the scene. Bringing in
a multi-static framework gives the advantage of exploiting spatial
diversity for better target detection. Pilot sequences are chosen to
ensure both spectral efficiency and accurate detection and parameter
estimation by using the signals from multiple transmitters. However, in
the case of multiple targets, associating measurements to targets is
critical in multi-static systems. The prime problem of multi-target data
association is solved by a joint association and localization approach
using a sparse recovery framework. Simulations are performed with
real-time system and signal parameters. Performance of the algorithm for
various OTFS Delay-Doppler block-size configurations and multiple
targets of different bistatic radar cross-sections is demonstrated. The
performance and complexity comparison with other existing data
association approaches are furnished. The results highlight better
accuracy with lesser complexity, thus aiding in the practical
implementation of an ISAC system. Furthermore, the extension of our
algorithm to accommodate fractional bistatic delay and Doppler
measurements is also described so that enhanced performance can be
achieved even with only modest bandwidth requirements.
Delving into the Secrets of BEV 3D Object Detection in Autonomous Driving: A Comprehensive Survey
Authors: Li Haoyu , Zhao Yueran , Zhong Jiaru , Wang Bo , Sun Chao , Sun Fengchun
Published: November 2024

3D object detection plays a crucial role in autonomous driving, with
Bird’s Eye View (BEV) becoming increasingly popular for its rich
contextual information, ease of multimodal fusion, and scalability.
Despite its advantages, current BEV-based 3D detection methods still
face significant challenges, including multi-modal fusion, communication
bottlenecks, robustness under varying conditions, and safety concerns.
This survey provides a systematic review of recent advancements in BEV
perception, organizing the research based on these focal areas. It spans
a broad range of perspectives, offering valuable insights for future
perception research. Additionally, this survey explores the influence of
emerging technologies, such as large language models and end-to-end
frameworks on enhancing BEV perception capabilities, focusing on
improving performance and robustness. Key future directions include: (1)
advancing from isolated vehicle perception to V2X cooperative
perception; (2) evolving from single-modal to integrated multi-modal
fusion; (3) shifting from simulated environments to real-world
applications; and (4) transitioning from hierarchical perception
frameworks to interpretable, end-to-end large-scale models.
Exploring the Relationship Between Social Identity Factors and Academic Performance: Insights from Nigerian Colleges of Education
Authors: Akporuarho Stella Ochuko , Ogheneakoke Edore Clifford , Osakwe Emman
Published: November 2024

This study examines the influence of social identity factors—age, gender, and socioeconomic status—on the academic performance of Social Studies students in Colleges of Education in Delta State, Nigeria. Using a correlational design, data were collected from a purposive sample of 80 students, drawn from a population of 253 across two institutions. The Social Identity Group and Academic Performance Test (SIGAPT) and an academic test were used as instruments. Data analysis was conducted using the coefficient of determination for research questions and linear regression for hypothesis testing at a 0.05 significance level, with SPSS software. The findings revealed that age significantly influences academic performance (R2=0.166), accounting for 16.6% of the variance. This underscores the importance of cognitive development and maturity associated with age in educational success. In contrast, gender and socioeconomic status showed no significant relationship with academic performance, suggesting that institutional equality measures may mitigate traditional disparities. This study contributes uniquely to the field by addressing the underexplored domain of higher education, particularly in Colleges of Education, which are critical for teacher preparation. The findings highlight the need for age-sensitive educational interventions and sustained equity-focused policies to optimize academic outcomes. These insights are valuable for educators and policymakers in fostering inclusive and effective learning environments.
IMPACT OF SAVINGS AND INVESTMENT PATTERN OF SMALL SCALE BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURS IN COIMBATORE
Authors: Dr. J. Prasath
Published: November 2024

People and families mentality towards cash fluctuate enormously. Indeed, even within the same family, people fluctuate in the way they see cash. A man's perception about cash impacts the individual's state of mind towards cash. Individuals have distinctive conduct towards savings and differences in salary levels, introduction toward cash and their future objectives and desires for the future may impact this. There are individuals who trust that cash got today must be utilised to address present issues and the future will deal with itself (spenders). There are other people who likewise hold the perspective that, regardless of how minimal one's wage is, there is the need to spare a piece of that wage (savers). Savers impulsively spare cash just keeping next to no free for essentials. Then again, spenders take get a kick out of buying things. There have been incredible hobbies in individuals with low earnings who don't have admittance to money related mediators as monetary delegates invest a lot of energy pursuing individuals with nearly higher pay levels. Many watched that savings and venture conduct among individuals of just underneath normal livelihoods is essentially determined by age and that enduring savings propensities appear to grow in adolescence. They likewise found that intrigue rates don't impact the investment funds conduct of individuals in low-pay classifications.
KEYWORDS: Savings, Investments, Small Scale Business, Savings and Investment Pattern, Savings and Investment Behaviour
Educación comunitaria y etnobotánica: raíces del saber desde un enfoque ambiental
Authors: Castillo Ruge Mayel Camila , Rodríguez Vargas Leidy Katherine , Pachón Barbosa Néstor Adolfo
Published: November 2024

A lo largo del tiempo, las comunidades han desarrollado costumbres propias para relacionarse con su entorno natural, establecidas en sus saberes y experiencias. Estos conocimientos, especialmente la relación ser humano-planta, abarcan múltiples usos, como el medicinal o nutricional que han sido construidos mediante procesos educativos intergeneracionales. Sin embargo, en la sociedad contemporánea estos saberes han experimentado una reducción o fragmentación evidenciada en el acercamiento y la interacción de las comunidades con su entorno natural. Por lo tanto, el artículo tiene como objetivo reconocer los saberes etnobotánicos de una comunidad campesina, desde un enfoque ambiental, para fortalecer la percepción de los escenarios de educación comunitaria. El estudio se lleva a cabo mediante investigación cualitativa con algunos aspectos cuantitativos, en IV fases metodológicas: lectura del contexto, caracterización social, diseño, aplicación y análisis de instrumentos de recolección de información. Durante el proceso se logró establecer, que el reconocimiento de los saberes etnobotánicos constituye parte importante en la construcción y formación de la comunidad desde el diálogo e intercambio de saberes tradicionales. Asimismo, fortalece la percepción de la educación comunitaria, proporcionando bases sólidas para repensarse mecanismos de resistencia y empoderamiento de la comunidad, al valorar su conocimiento como formación vivencial y local, y respondiendo a los desafíos y retos actuales. En los aspectos cuantitativos se encontraron 191 especies de plantas, se distribuyeron en 6 usos etnobotánicos: terapéutico, nutricional, ornamental, estético, artesanal y espiritual, permitiendo entender las dinámicas entre la comunidad campesina y las plantas, en un marco contextual en estos escenarios de educación comunitaria.
Revisión de literatura para la lectura de comederos en corrales de engorda de ganado bovino
Authors: Luna Bojórquez José Luis , Ramírez-Noriega Alan , Martínez Ramírez Yobani
Published: November 2024

The current conditions of livestock in northern Sinaloa for beef cattle are carried out using traditional methods, and only 11.5% practice it in feedlots. Fattening in pens allows controlled feeding and efficient feed conversion; however, every day, a person reads the feed bunks by observing the amount of residual feed to determine if an adjustment is necessary. Due to inconsistencies in classification, this can result in excessive feed variation and cause economic losses from waste or diseases caused by the decomposition of accumulated feed. Precision livestock farming is the application of information technology in livestock, making it important to conduct a literature review and evaluate technological advances in livestock farming and consider how they can be applied to feed bunk management.
Aplicación de evaluación multicriterio para modelar factores climáticos y ambientales en la identificación de regiones áridas en el noroeste de México
Authors: López Osorio Ramón Fernando , Pérez Aguilar Lidia Yadira , Zambrano Medina Yedid Guadalupe , Ávila Aceves Evangelina
Published: November 2024

In Mexico, arid regions cover more than half of the territory, with desertification, degradation and droughts being the main problems in these ecosystems, caused mainly by climatic events and anthropogenic activities. The objective of this research was to apply multicriteria assessment (MCE) techniques to model factors that favor the increase in aridity, and to be able to identify areas with different levels of aridity in the Northwest region of Mexico by 2023. The Analytical Hierarchy Method (AHP) and Weighted Linear Summation (WLC) were used in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) environment. The modeling was carried out with satellite images, which were: Temperature, Soil Moisture, Precipitation, Slopes, Normalized Differential Vegetation Index (NDVI), Digital Elevation Model (DEM), Vegetation Cover and Evapotranspiration. The results show that thanks to the effective integration of the factors with the EMC technique, regions with different levels of aridity could be identified; the northern and northwestern regions have a greater arid surface area with 41%, while the semi-arid regions, located in the west, represent 30% of the surface area, while the sub-humid regions were located in the southeast with 27% of the surface area.
Pharmacological Management of Tuberculosis, Challenges, and Potential Strategies
Authors: Tune Bernadette Xin Jie , Stephen Annatasha , Guad Rhanye Mac , Fuloria Neeraj Kumar , Subramaniyan Vetriselvan , Sekar Mahendran , Wu Yuan Seng
Published: November 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection caused by the pathogen Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The disease causes around 2 million deaths worldwide, and incidences of drug resistance only makes increases the number. The most vulnerable victims of TB infections are children and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) patients. TB and HIV co-infections can be deadly in AIDS sufferers, as the immune system is not able to combat TB infections, hence worsening the infection. Common drugs to treat TB are available in the market, first-line drugs such as isoniazid and rifamycin are broad-spectrum drugs. Second-line antibiotics such as fluoroquinolones are also available. In this review, the mechanisms of action of TB drugs are briefly discussed, as wells as the respective resistant mechanisms of M. tuberculosis against these drugs. An updated treatment regime for TB management using bedaquiline, pretomanid and linezolid was also discussed, which shows 90% therapeutic efficacy against highly drug-resistant tuberculosis cases. Furthermore, novel strategies such as nanoparticle-conjugated TB drugs can improve drug delivery, TB drug efficiency while reducing side effects. However, importance on patient compliance to the treatment regime is still the most crucial part of TB management, hence initiatives can be put to improve patient awareness and education.
Nanomedicine in Oncology: A Critical Review on Epidemiology, Health Impacts, Challenges, and Future Outlook
Authors: Coey Teh
Published: November 2024

Cancer remains a leading public health issue globally due to its increasing morbidity rate, with cancer cases predicted to double over the next 20 years. While current conventional treatments are the primary go-to in treating cancers, they still present ineffective due to adverse side effects, poor targeting, and drug resistance. In recent years, nanomedicines have emerged as a better alternative for cancer treatment in maximizing drug delivery, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy through passive and active mechanisms. Despite having high potential, the poor clinical translations and recent fund retractions have led to limited progress in cancer nanomedicine. Thus, this review aims to review and identify the role of nanomedicine in oncology by analyzing the involved epidemiological populations, potential health impacts, possible outcomes, and current challenges in terms of economic, environmental, and ethical aspects. Further outlooks in improving nanomedicine therapeutic efficacy are also discussed, including switching approaches to nanomedicine development, modifying current regulatory guidelines, and providing training programs.
Tortured phrases in sport-related literature
Authors: Teixeira da Silva Jaime A.
Published: November 2024

There is interest in appreciating if ‘tortured phrases’ (i.e., odd linguistic phrases in scientific literature that purportedly show technical explanations, but which actually are non-sensical or difficult to interpret) exist in the sport literature. To gain an appreciation of this phenomenon, the Tortured Phrases Detector of the Problematic Paper Screener (PPS) was consulted on 9 September 2023), revealing 160 results. After manual screening and filtering, 54 papers related to any aspect of sport (as assessed by papers’ titles) were examined, in consultation with their entries at PubPeer (if available) to appreciate the level and extent to which tortured phrases have infiltrated the sport literature. Of the 54 papers examined, 29 were retracted (or withdrawn) to date (6 October 2023), but none indicated tortured phrases as an explicit reason for retraction in their retraction notices. Even though the absolute volume of papers with tortured phrases is tiny relative to the wider body of sport-related literature, that argument is countered by noting that these 54 papers had already collectively been cited 449 times, suggesting that imperfect or fraudulent science tainted by tortured phrases has already begun to permeate the wider sport science literature.
Students’ Perceptions on Mathematics Problem-solving in Secondary School
Authors: Zainal Abidin Siti Nurhafizah , A Hamid Nor Hafizah , Othman Zarith Sofiah
Published: November 2024

Problem-solving is one of the most important skills for students to learn, as it will be applied in their career development and future. However, many students encountered difficulty with their school assignments related to problem-solving questions. This study investigated the perceptions among secondary school students regarding mathematics problem-solving questions. The study used a quantitative approach. Through a questionnaire, data were collected from 106 students from a secondary school located in Johor who were selected as respondents. The questionnaire focused on the perceptions of male and female students in problem-solving questions and the difficulties encountered by students in dealing with these types of questions. All respondents needed to identify the strategies or techniques to answer mathematics problem-solving questions. Both descriptive and inferential analyses were used to achieve the objectives of this study. The results showed that students had a moderate perception of mathematics problem-solving questions, and both male and female students had the same perception. Students also encountered several difficulties in solving mathematics problem-solving questions, and there is a significant difference between male and female students in the difficulties encountered when answering the questions. The highest-ranked technique chosen by students to solve the mathematics problem-solving question was remembering solutions that had been derived before.
How Inclusive is “Inclusive Development” in India? Challenges and Prospects of Indian Youth Labour Market
Authors: Bisht Nitin , Pattanaik Falguni
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the degree of inclusiveness of youth in the Indian labour market concerning Goal 4 and Goal 8 of the Sustainable Development Goals-2030. For this purpose, the study engages logistic regression by considering the 50th (1993/94), 55th (1999/00), 61st (2004/05) and 68th (2011/12) rounds of (un)employment surveys of NSSO. The empirical results reflect the high exclusion of youth in the Indian labour market, especially the female youth. By highlighting labour market exclusion as a challenge to economic development, the study further explores the intensity of risk factors affecting youth to remain excluded from the labour market. The findings divulge that gender remains a significant contributor to exclusion, often restricting access to employment. However, youth from low income, minorities, certain castes or religious groups are in many cases, even more, excluded from economic development. The implications of this study contribute by identifying the risk factors of youth transition in the Indian labour market. The findings add significant value to the limited youth labour market studies in India and advocates on the policy front to create better labour market opportunities to re-integrate NEET youth into a gainful activity. Therefore, a holistic approach within the broader context of macro (government and society), meso (household) and micro (individual) development need to be considered in order to make ‘youth’ more inclusive in the economic development of the country.
Web-Based Training in Business Education: Tool for Effective Teaching in the Post-Covid-19 Era in Kwara State, Nigeria
Authors: Afolabi Oluwatunmise Ayo , Segun Salami Sarafadeen
Published: November 2024

The technological revolution swiftly changes how the world communicates and how society learns and carries out day-to-day activities. In modern society, web-based training cannot be overlooked as a result of technological innovation. This study investigates web-based training in Business Education that involved tools for effective teaching in the post-COVID-19 era in Kwara State, Nigeria, based on three research questions. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The questionnaire used for data collection was validated by three experts and distributed to 80 business educators. The internal consistency of the instrument was established using Cronbach Alpha, and a co-efficient of .79 was obtained. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation, while the null hypothesis was analyzed using a t-test. The findings showed that a shortage of skilled manpower, insufficient internet links and service hampered the usage of web-based training. The researchers recommended curriculum planners in education to make web-based training a discipline under information and communication technology based on the findings. Business educators should be acquitted with the use of web-based training software to achieve effectiveness and efficiency in teaching and learning processes.
Teaching Sales Course in a Higher Learning Institution: Learning by Doing
Authors: Abdul Shukor Syadiyah
Published: November 2024

It is an ultimate learning experience to be able to bridge theory and real-world practice in sales class. Nonetheless, it is a challenge for educators in higher learning institutions to incorporate practical aspects into teaching. In response, this study was conducted to expose students to perform selling in a real-life situation. 42 students enrolled in a professional selling course in a higher learning institution in Malaysia were given a selling task. The students were asked to promote a financial product (i.e., insurance) to a potential client under the supervision of an insurance agent. The task given to the students was part of the course assessment and carried out throughout a semester. Students’ perceptions of the benefit gained from performing selling in the real sales environment were obtained through student evaluations at the end of the course. This study indicated that the students had a positive selling experience, and the selling activities aided students’ understanding and interest in the course.
Executives’ Appraisal of Professional Competence of Office Technology and Management Graduates in Osun State Polytechnic, Iree
Authors: Ezeani Nneka S. , Oludele Yemisi Lydia
Published: November 2024

This study is carried out to investigate professional competence among graduates of the Office Technology and Management programme as appraised by their direct supervisors. The study employs a survey design. Thirty-six (36) executives, consisting of eight females and twenty-eight males, of Osun State Polytechnic, Iree having the targeted graduates, who are attached to them, form the population of the study. No sampling is made as the population is of manageable size. A self-developed questionnaire is the research instrument used for data collection. Experts in the field validate the research instrument. The split-half method is used to test the reliability of the instrument using ten executives from another institution, which is not part of the study population. The correlation coefficient yields 0.78, which is considered reliable. Data collection is conducted face-to-face. The analysis reveals that the graduates are appraised to be professionally competent in administrative proficiency but slightly competent in technical, manipulative and communication proficiencies. The study concludes that Office Technology and Management graduates’ professional competence does not meet the employers’ expectations. Therefore, it is recommended that educators devise better means of implementing the training curriculum to achieve better results.