bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Educação física inclusiva: uma experiência na Escola do Campo da comunidade Pio X.
Authors:   , Ferreira de Sousa Edvânia
Published: June 2023

A educação inclusiva na sociedade atual é sem dúvida um desafio a ser vencido na educação, considerando o direito constitucional da educação para todos, compreendendo como deve se dá a inclusão de crianças portadoras de necessidades especiais, buscando nelas objetivos seguros para que essas crianças tenham assegurado seu direito a uma escola inclusiva. Diante deste cenário, o presente trabalho teve por objetivo geral analisar a inserção da temática inclusiva nas aulas de Educação Física em escola do campo. Os objetivos específicos foram: analisar a pratica pedagógica utilizada pelo professor de Educação Física para trabalhar a temática inclusiva nas aulas; identificar como os alunos são incluídos nos conteúdos propostos durante as aulas; e verificar se existe dificuldade de inclusão dos alunos durante a pratica pedagógica do professor nas aulas. Realizou-se pesquisa qualitativa, descritiva de campo com dois professores da área de Linguagens e Códigos do Ensino Fundamental II que ministram as aulas de Cultura Corporal, e cinco alunos do 6º ano do Ensino Fundamental II da Escola Municipal de Ensino Fundamental José Bonifácio Barbosa situada no Distrito de Pio X, Sumé-PB. Os resultados apontaram para os desafios da escola inclusiva, a busca dos direitos dos portadores de necessidade especial, buscando assim uma educação de direito, possibilitando o conhecimento nela existente, utilizando métodos que interajam e estabeleçam atividades valorizando assim a capacidade de aprendizagem individual. A inclusão de portadores de necessidade especiais é uma discussão crescente e complexa no meio educacional, porém ocorrem mudanças significativas no que diz respeito a novos métodos de inclusão de qualidade de crianças portadoras de necessidade especial, entender e reconhecer que é necessária uma mudança para que todos possam ter a mesma educação sem que seja excluído de qualquer atividade educacional de direito.
A matemática nas reportagens jornalísticas: erros, equívocos e intencionalidades.
Authors:   , de Lima Barbosa Anderson
Published: May 2023

Vivemos na Era da informação, inseridos num mundo cada vez mais tecnológico, onde constantemente nos deparamos com situações que envolvem a Matemática, seja no campo financeiro, social, científico, do trabalho etc. Saber Matemática se tornou ainda mais importante, pois com a internet a propagação de notícias, anúncios, propagandas, etc., através das mídias digitais se intensificou consideravelmente e, com isso, as chances de sermos enganados, compreendermos algo de forma equivocada, acreditarmos em fake news, dentre outras situações, se mostraram bem maior e, o conhecimento da Matemática pode auxiliar na compreensão da veracidade ou não de algumas informações propagadas. A partir disso, o nosso trabalho se situa numa perspectiva problematizadora sobre o uso de conhecimentos matemáticos em reportagens ou notícias divulgadas nas diferentes mídias e como isso tem impacto na vida em sociedade. Dessa forma, nosso objetivo geral foi identificar erros, equívocos e intencionalidades em reportagens e notícias jornalísticas e apontar reflexões críticas relacionadas a aspectos sociais, políticos, culturais e econômicos da vida em sociedade. De forma específica, foram nossas pretensões, i) realizar uma ação exploratória de reportagens e notícias que fizeram uso ou se apresentaram tendo como elemento em suas narrativas, conhecimentos matemáticos, ii) identificar erros e\ou equívocos no uso de conhecimentos matemáticos em reportagens e notícias jornalísticas e, iii) propor reflexões críticas a partir de situações investigadas que indiquem erros ou equívocos, apontando as possíveis intencionalidades. Foi possível apontar, de acordo com o nosso trabalho metodológico de exploração de reportagens e notícias jornalísticas em veículos de mídia da internet que muitas das informações passadas nas mídias contêm números, gráficos, tabelas, porcentagens, etc., ou seja, são muitos os conhecimentos matemáticos utilizados como ferramenta no trabalho jornalístico, mostrando a importância dessa ciência na área da comunicação, uma ferramenta de construção do pensamento crítico para lidar com a imensidão de informações nos inúmeros meios de forma a ter posição crítica nesse contexto do mundo atual.
EMPLOYEE TURNOVER IN FAST MOVING CONSUMABLE GOODS COMPANIES OF PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Management Science, DHA Suffa University, Iqbal Sobia , Faisal Tehmina ,   Department of Public Administration, University of Karachi
Published: June 2023

One of the primary concerns for scholars and business organizations is Employee Turnover (ET), which has become a challenging topic for managers and organizations due to its association with high costs of recruiting, developing, and training new employees and its potential to cause severe repercussions in achieving organizational goals. This study aimed to identify the factors that influence ET in Fast Moving Consumable Goods Companies (FMCGs) in Pakistan. To achieve this, the study designed a theoretical framework and conducted a literature review on Compensation and Benefits, Leadership, Career Opportunities, Culture, and Employee Turnover. The study assessed the relationship and impact of independent variables (Compensation and Benefits, Leadership, Career Opportunities, and Culture) on the dependent variable (Employee Turnover) using a survey questionnaire administered to 280 respondents through convenience sampling. SMART PLS was used to analyze the data. The study found that among the selected variables, only Compensation and Benefits had a significant impact on Employee Turnover in FMCG Companies in Pakistan. Keywords: Employee Turnover (ET), Compensation and Benefits (CB), Leadership (L), Career Opportunities (CO), and Culture and Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG).
UNDERSTANDING BAYES’ THEOREM AND ITS APPLICATION IN JUDICIAL DECISION MAKING
Authors:   University of Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan, Majeed Nasir , Hilal Amjad ,   University of Swat, Swat Pakistan, Rani Tabinda ,   Department of Law, Hazara University Mansehra KP, Pakistan.
Published: June 2023

The Bayes’ theorem is a mathematical formula to gauge and describe the probability of an event by employing prior knowledge and evidence relevant to the event. The objective of the present study was to understand the Bayesian theorem and its application in judicial trials by deploying doctrinal research methodology. After consulting authoritative writings of prominent researchers and judicial decisions, study found that the Bayesian Probability in legal context used in odds version, likelihood ratio and in the form of Bayesian networks. The study also found that the application of the theorem in judicial proceedings was controversial since various researchers condemned, and numerous analysts advocated its application in real time court cases. Moreover, the study found that the theorem has been and advocated to be used to measure the probative force of statistical and non-statistical evidence, and to infer the causes of any event by observing its effects. It is expected that the present study will enable the legal fraternity to understand the working mechanism and various uses of Bayes’ theorem in legal context. Keywords: Application of Bayesian theorem, Bayesian Probability, Judicial decisions, Uses of Bayesian theory in judicial trials.
PLURALITY OF HISTORIES: NATIONAL DISCURSIVE NARRATIVES ABOUT 1971 WAR
Authors:   International Islamic University, Islamabad Pakistan., Danish Ehsanullah , Ahmed Munawar Iqbal ,   Faculty of Social Sciences, Air University, Islamabad Pakistan
Published: June 2023

The research article is based on new historicist technique and presents a comparison of the ‘national narratives of Pakistan and Bangladesh’ about 1971 war embodying the theme of secession. Therefore, for current research work, the ‘literary and non-literary texts[1]’ of both Pakistani and Bangladeshi writers have been selected. These representative texts about the discourse of separation and liberation, and 1971 war present dissimilar and opposing ‘national narratives’ about the whole event and 1971 war. This contrastive comparative textual analysis has helped the researcher to note and record disparities that how issues are taken and interpreted, even manipulated, at different levels, within a single society or nation for upholding and protecting vested (personal) interests. Keywords: Plurality, history, national discursive narrative, 1971 war.
EXPLORING POLITICALLY HISTORIC ALLEGORY IN MOHSIN HAMID’S MOTH SMOKE
Authors:   Department of English, Abbottabad University of Science and Technology Havelian Pakistan., Nawaz Farhat , Safeer Seema ,   Department of Linguistics the University of Haripur, Haripur Pakistan, Shahjehan Zeeshan ,   Subject Specialist (English)
Published: June 2023

The present research paper has analyzed Mohsin Hamid’s Moth Smoke by treating history of India and Pakistan allegorically. Through the selected characters the writer has made satire on the Mughal Empire as well as the political leaders of the time who have ruined the resources of country and subjugated people for the celebration of their power. The writer discusses the global issues through the discussion of local issues in the selected novel. This qualitative research based on anticolonial literary theory as counter narrative. The study concluded that history of colonization and subjugation transfers from foreign to local agents who prove to be worse than the actual colonizers. Keywords. History, politics, allegory, colonial.
IMPACT OF REALITY TV COSMETIC SHOWS ON BODY IMAGE SATISFACTION IN YOUNG WOMEN
Authors:   Department of Applied Psychology, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan, Tahir Maria , Bilal Ahmad ,   Department of Applied Psychology, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan
Published: June 2023

This study is aimed at identifying the impact of reality TV cosmetic shows on body image satisfaction in young women and cosmetic surgery decisions. A total sample of 161 women and girls with cosmetic surgery decisions were selected from the government hospital surgery ward and from private clinics of cosmetic surgeons from different areas of Bahawalpur and Lahore by using purposive sampling technique. A correlational research design was used in this research. To investigate the impact of reality TV cosmetic shows on surgery decisions. A questionnaire was employed in the current research to collect data. Studies showed that there is a significant impact of reality TV cosmetic shows on body image satisfaction in young women and that their decisions are influenced by these shows and after watching these reality shows, the way they look at them changed. Keywords: Reality TV cosmetic shows, body image satisfaction, cosmetic surgery decision.
AN ACCOUNT OF SEMANTIC CHANGE IN PAKISTANI ENGLISH AND ITS IMPACT ON ITS INTELLIGIBILITY AND ACCEPTABILITY
Authors:   Department of Higher Education, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan., Qureshi Marriyam , Jadoon Naeem Khan ,   Department of Higher Education, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan., Farooq Muhammad ,   Department of Linguistics, University of Haripur, Pakistan
Published: June 2023

This study focused on Pakistani English in the context of the distinct features that stem from the sociocultural context in which English is being used. The study used Weinreich’s (1968) framework of language contact which outlines the pattern of language interaction and offers an explanation for linguistic change, as a theoretical cornerstone in the study of the semantic shift in the Pakistani variant of English, which lends this variety its Pakistani flavor. The objective of this study, which used four literary texts as data sources, was to examine the manner in which Pakistanis' sociocultural environment and experiences affect the meanings of some words that have both English and Pakistani origins, leading to extensions or outright variations in the meanings of some words of both English and Pakistani origin as they are incorporated into the lexicon of Pakistani English. The study highlights that these semantic variations are signs of the sociocultural dynamics of Pakistani society, which lead to linguistic variation among English varieties. The semantic variations prove that using the British variety as the benchmark for evaluating Pakistani English’s intelligibility and acceptability would be at odds with Pakistani sociocultural reality. Pakistani English, therefore, has to be assessed on its own grounds as a distinct variety. Keywords: Pakistani English; Semantic Shift; Semantic change; Semantic Variation; Intelligibility and Acceptability.
KARL POPPER’S CONCEPT OF ‘WORLD 3’
Authors:   Department of Philosophy, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan., Jawwad Muhammad
Published: June 2023

Karl R. Popper (1902-1994) was a great philosopher of 20th century best known for his Political Philosophy and his contribution in Philosophical Epistemology. His concept of ‘World 3’is basically an extension of his Epistemological views. According to Popper there is not one single world in front of us but three. ‘World 1’ is the world of material objects. ‘World 2’ is the world of human perception, conception, a disposition to act or react etc. ‘World 3’ is the world of all possible human creation. Popper considers Plato as the first discoverer of ‘World 3.’ Popper considers World of Ideas or Forms as the first attempt in the history of Western Philosophy to locate the Ontology of Knowledge. In the World of Forms of Plato every Idea is perfect, every idea is a Substance and objectively existent. But according to Popper the ‘World 3’ is Manmade and not divine. He is also of the view that with the interaction of ‘World 1’ and ‘World 2’, ‘World 3’ comes in to being but after its coming to existence, it liberates itself from the previous worlds. It becomes objective, self-existent but Popper claims that it is not divine as Plato and Hegel think of it. This article is an attempt to critically discuss that is it possible for any world to be Manmade in nature and yet totally independent of any human mind at the same time? Keywords: World 3, World of Forms, Objective Spirit, Epistemology, Ontology.
MEDIA DISCOURSE ON BENAZIR ASSASSINATION AND SYMPATHETIC VOTING PATTERN IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Mass Communication, Government Collage University Faisalabad Pakistan, Umber Salma , Latif Muhammad Adil ,   Department of Mass Communication, Government Collage University Faisalabad Pakistan, Habiab Arslan ,   Media and Communication Studies from International Islamic University, Islamabad Pakistan
Published: June 2023

This research examines the relationship between media and individuals after the assassination of Benazir Bhutto. It accounts for the mechanism set by the media which took one simple step to induce sympathy among people by way of framing the incident in favour of the deceased. This ultimately resulted into an immense driving force for ‘sympathetic voting’, eventually bringing about Pakistan People’s Party to emerge on top in the 2008’s general elections. The research theoretically dwells on the theory of framing and identifies media direction of framing the assassination. The methodology employed is qualitative analysis using interpretative textual analysis and content analysis. It presents a comprehensive explanation of the findings with respect to various aspects that shape public opinion. The key findings show that media did create sympathy among people which resulted in sympathy voting and this sympathy implanted by the media was a result of how media framed the assassination. Keywords: Framing; sympathy vote, female politicians, content analysis; media discourse.
IDENTITY NEGOTIATION AND SELF CONSTRUCTION: A CASE STUDY OF BERICHO COMMUNITY IN HUNZA
Authors:   Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Bahria University Islamabad, Pakistan, Akhter Shehnaz
Published: June 2023

For a very long time, a small community in Hunza, in the extreme north region, Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan which borders with the Xingjian province of China. The Bericho community resides in a small village called Berishal. It is referred to as the ‘heart’ of Hunza because of its strategic location and famous craftsmanship of various agricultural materials. As this community is on the verge of extinction, the author undertook an oral history research by collecting oral stories from the local community members. Berichos were highly skilled blacksmiths, craftsmen and artisans. Over the passage of time, this community had undergone geo-spatial movements in terms while bearing biased attitudes from the wider communities of Hunza and forsaking their traditional, highly skilled blacksmith trade and craftsmanship of musical instruments in favour of modern professions such as government and armed services. The skilled musical 'ustaads' disappeared and were replaced by Brushaski speaking (Brusho) young talented locals of Hunza. Furthermore, the unique language of this community, Beriski (Doomaki in Shina) slowly faded in favour of Brushaski language. The people of Hunza often quoted Bericho for their artwork who used to prepare musical instruments, weapons for warfare, and were strong blacksmiths without the use of any machinery. Given the nature of their job, it can be said that the Bericho formed the silent yet strongest foundation for the community of Hunza. Despite the critical importance of the Bericho community, they were not treated and regarded equally in Hunza. To say that the Berichos were not treated fairly would be an understatement. Why were they considered as the lowest caste? To understand this question, the author dives deeper into this region’s history and culture. Keywords: Migration, Geo-spatiality, Language, Oral history, Hunza, Pakistan.
QUAID-I-AZAM’S CONCEPT OF AN ISLAMIC WELFARE DEMOCRATIC STATE AND THEOCRATIC STATE
Authors:   NUML University H-9, Islamabad Pakistan, . Ayaz , Khan Waheed Ullah ,   Government College of Management Sciences Thana-Malakand Pakistan
Published: June 2023

Pakistan, a seventy six years old state, established in the name of basic ideological essence of equality, democracy and justice for all as preached by Islam, still is not an Islamic democratic state in reality as visualized by its Founder Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Therefore it is imperative to compare today’s Pakistan with the state as anticipated by its founder. Did Jinnah envisage Pakistan an Islamic democratic state or a theocratic state? We perceive that Quaid-i-Azam visualized an Islamic democratic and welfare state for the Muslim community of India. In this research article an attempt has been made to properly evaluate this question and to find out a right answer. The present study is a kind of qualitative research in its nature so the technique of content analysis is used to elicit the facts from the speeches and statements of the Quaid. This study is primarily depending upon the written material, so, all the relevant literature was surveyed and all the available secondary sources were consulted. Keywords: Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam, Democracy, Islam Theocracy, Welfare State.
A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH CURRICULUM 2006 AND SINGLE NATIONAL CURRICULUM 2020 USING ECLECTIC MODEL
Authors:   Faculty, Virtual University of Pakistan, Tajammul Mohsin , Rafiq Nimra ,   Faculty, FAST-NUCES Lahore, Fazal Namra ,   Faculty, FAST-NUCES Lahore
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this research is to compare the English school curricula of 2006 and the Single National Curriculum (SNC) of 2020 in Pakistan. In the past, English was taught as a subject with a focus on literature, but the SNC prioritizes communication skills like reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Previous research on curricula has not analyzed the effectiveness of these two curricula based on existing curriculum development frameworks. This study uses a qualitative research design to compare the two curricula using an eclectic model. The analysis framework is based on the Tyler, Taba, Grave, Nicholl, Saylor & Alexander, and Twenty Principles of Language Teaching of Nation and Macalister models of curriculum development. The results show that the curriculum has undergone significant changes and updates with a focus on improving the teaching and learning process, developing language skills, and incorporating advanced technological methods like ICT. Additionally, assessment and evaluation tools and methods have been added, and teacher training has been given more attention and elaboration in the SNC compared to the 2006 curriculum. This study highlights the importance of curriculum revision efforts and their successful implementation in achieving national and societal goals. By prioritizing curriculum development and ensuring effective implementation, the education system can remain relevant and effective in preparing learners for future challenges. Keywords: Curriculum reforms, Comparative analysis, Single national curriculum, eclectic model.
THE IMPACT OF ORGANIZATIONAL FACTORS ON EMPLOYEE KNOWLEDGE SHARING IN INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER COMPANIES IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   Ilma University,Cyber Internet Services (Pvt) Ltd Pakistan., Ahmed Mumtaz Uddin , Mumtaz Shahzad ,   Ilma University,University of Karachi Pakistan, Bilal Sindhu ,   Ilma University,Educational private limited The City School Pakistan.
Published: June 2023

This study examines the impact of organizational factors on employee knowledge sharing in Internet service provider companies in Pakistan. The hypothesis is supported by the data which is collected by the 274 respondents, questions filled by the middle to top management level from internet services provider of Pakistan. The study focused on companies such as Cyber Internet Private Limited, PTCL, Wateen Telecom Limited, Storm Fiber, Connect, Multinet Pakistan Private Limited, Fiber Link, World Call Cable Broadband, Optix, and Nayatel in cities such as Islamabad, Quetta, Karachi, Hyderabad, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Sialkot, Multan, and Lahore. The study found that employee engagement and organization strategies have a positive impact on employee knowledge sharing, while organizational culture and organizational support do not. The Partial Least Square Structural Equation Model revealed that organizational factors explain 51.6% of the knowledge sharing among the employees of internet service provider companies in Pakistan. The study has some limitations, including a focus on established companies and limited consideration of employee access. Nevertheless, it will assist internet service provider management and human resource departments in identifying areas for improvement in employee knowledge sharing. Keywords: Employee engagement, organization culture, organization strategy, organization support, employee knowledge sharing.
The Influence of pH of Float on the Dyeability of Polyester Fabric
Authors: Milena Miljkovi Milena Miljkovi , Sandra S Konstantinovi Sandra S Konstantinovi , Vojkan M Miljkovi Vojkan M Miljkovi , Milena Nikodijevi and Du an Trajkovi Milena Nikodijevi and Du an Trajkovi
Published: June 2023

Disperse dyes are essentially non – ionic, exhibit poor solubility in water, and they can be used in the form of water dispersion. Polyester fibres are resistant to dilute aqueous acids and alkaline solutions and pH value does not provide a crucial impact on the dyeing mechanism; however, many disperse dyes undergo degradation if the pH is uncontrolled during aqueous dyeing. In order to minimize the possibility of dye hydrolysis, the dyeing is carried out in a slightly acidic medium, and pH is usually adjusted with acetic acid. In this work, the quantity of disperse dyes (Sinten Gelb P-5GL and Sinten Scharlach P-3GL) applied to polyester knitwear was investigated as a function of pH. The sorption capacity of polyester knitwear was monitored by using reflection curves and CIELab system, according to Swiss software Sandoz (based on spectrophotometry). The acetic acid was used for dyebath pH adjustment. The results showed that the maximum uptake of Sinten Gelb P-5GL and SintenScharlach P-3GL dyes by polyester knitwear occurred at pH 4.64 (0.2924%) and 6.20 (0.1860%), respectively. According to reflection curves in the range (max = 400-700 nm), the effect of pH on the sorption of Sinten Gelb P-5GL was more significant than one for Sinten Scharlach P-3GL, when concentration of dye is constant (0.4%). The CIELab values for three illuminants (daylight, light – bulb and incandescent) showed a significant dependence between pH float and hue and intensity of polyester knitwear dyeing with disperse dyes
Electrocatalytic Oxidation Performance of PbO2 Composite Electrode Doped with MXenes
Authors: Xinyu Zhang Xinyu Zhang , Jiajun Li Jiajun Li , Ming Guo Ming Guo , Kaijie Ni Kaijie Ni , Ronghui Wu and Zhiyan Hu Ronghui Wu and Zhiyan Hu
Published: June 2023

In this study, a two-dimensional transition metal carbon/nitride (MXenes) method was used to enhance the electrocatalytic oxidation behavior of PbO2 electrode. A novel composite electrode was prepared by doping the modified MXenes into PbO2 material. The electrochemical performance was tested by electrochemical workstation. The typical cationic red X-GRL was treated by electrochemical oxidation, and the electrochemical oxidation performance of the material electrode was investigated. The results demostrated that the dyes were removed by the oxygen evolution reaction at the electrodes doped with modified MXenes by passing current. The charge transfer resistance is 12.56. The electrodes have remained stable after 20 cycles of charging and discharging. And the removal rate of cationic red X-GRL was as high as 95.19% in 120 min. A high-efficiency composite electrode was developed in this study, which increased the electrodeand#39;s performance as well as wastewater degradation efficiency, and lay the groundwork for future research into doping MXenes to improve the performance of other materials. Hence, electrode materials doped with two-dimensional structured MXenes were candidates for the removal of contaminants, especially in the field of electrochemical catalysis
Sensitivity Analysis of Mathematical Modeling of Tuberculosis Dynamics with a Control Measure
Authors: S.Y. Abegye , S.S. Kpanja
Published: June 2023

Tuberculosis is a global threat to human existence. A model to investigate the transmission of tuberculosis was constructed and analysed. The threshold quantity ( R_0) that predicts the existence or extinction of the disease in a population was computed. It was found that the local stability is asymptotically stable when the basic reproduction number is less than unity at the disease-free – equilibrium point. A Lyapunov function was constructed in order to analyse the global stability which was proved to be globally asymptotically stable when the threshold quantity is less or equal to unity. Sensitivity analysis was conducted on the basic reproduction number in order to determine the parameters of the model that are most sensitive as a way to deduce suitable control measures. Numerical simulations are carried out, discussions were made and results are presented in graphical forms.
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and The Conduct of 2023 Presidential and National Assembly Elections in Nigeria: A Paradigm Shift
Authors: Banjo Rebecca Oluwatosin
Published: June 2023

It is an established fact that Nigeria’s electoral process has always been marred with irregularities over the years. The 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections are a paradigm shift in the history of electioneering in the country. Though some challenges were encountered in the conduct of the elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was given a pass mark by many local and international observers and thus made the general election a watershed. This makes it imperative in this paper to examine the conduct of the 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections in Nigeria. The paper infers that if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) can continue to discharge its functions out of political influence and move away from the status quo where a political party dominates the constitution of drivers of INEC, there is every tendency that there will be continuous better conduct of election in the future. The paper taps various means of getting relevant materials to put this study together for onward academic utilisation and to reshape the conduct of Nigeria’s subsequent general elections like the maintenance of established punishment for electoral offenders, strengthened voter education, and establishment of training institutes for prospective politicians.
Factors Responsible for Gender Discrimination in Sports in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Joyce Jolly Jumbo
Published: June 2023

The researcher investigated the Factors Responsible for Gender Discrimination in Sports in Rivers State. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. The researcher used a self-developed instrument titled “Factors Responsible for Gender Discrimination in Sports in Rivers State (FRFGDSRS)” as the instrument for data collection. The instruments were administered to 570 undergraduates in the department of Human Kinetics at the University of Port Harcourt and the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education all in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The population of the study was 12,241 students in Rivers State. The researcher employed the correlational research design for the study. The reliability coefficient yielded 0.80 using a test-retest method which shows that the instrument is reliable. Based on the findings the researcher revealed that cultural beliefs, parents and religion are the socio-cultural factors responsible for gender discrimination in sports in Rivers State. Therefore, the researcher recommends that the government at all levels should create enabling environment for unfettered participation of women in sports and its management. The private organisations and individuals in the society should support the government at all levels to provide and improve sports facilities and equipment in schools so as to enable more participation in sports by both sexes.
Influence Of Relationship Marketing On Customers’ Loyalty Among Solar Power Consumers In Ekiti State, Nigeria
Authors: F. Sadamoro , O.M. Ajayi , O.O. Ayodel , T.O. Areola
Published: June 2023

The study investigated the effect of Customers Relationship Marketing on Customers’ Loyalty among Solar Power Consumers in Ekiti State, Nigeria. The study employed simple linear regression. The research findings revealed that customer loyalty is being explained by customer relationship marketing dimensions (commitment, trust and Customers’ complaint handling) to the tune of 60%, 68% and 91% respectively. The null hypotheses that relationship marketing components do not significantly affect customers’ loyalty were tested and rejected, their P-Values having been found significant at 0.05 level of significance. Thus, the alternative hypotheses were upheld. The study therefore recommends that solar power firms need to maintain a definite strategic plan to maintain customers’ trust, commitment and company’s customers’ complaint handling system as well as to show more care and concern when relating to their customers as all these give the consumers a sense of assurance and honor as revealed by the study.
Development of Collaborative Skills Scale: Reliability and Validity
Authors: Chopra Sakshi , Kauts Amit
Published: June 2023

This study aims to develop a collaborative skills scale for pre-service teachers. A total of 308 pre-service teachers of three different colleges in Amritsar (Punjab) participated in the study. After preparing a pool of items, the researchers employed an exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and a principal component matrix (PCA) with varimax rotation. After performing EFA, 12 items were excluded out of 35. Three factors of Knowledge Negotiation, Social Interactions and Positive Interdependence were extracted. The final scale consists of 23 items. The overall Cronbach alpha coefficient for the scale was 0.73. Validity of the scale was determined using Face and Content validity. Thus, the total score for each item ranges from 1 to 5, whereas the total score of the collaborative skills scale ranges from 1 to 115. Higher scores reveal a higher degree of collaboration skills, whereas lower scores reveal a lower degree of collaboration skills.
Marine hatch covers using light-weight GFRP composites: Experiments and finite element simulations
Authors: Vasanthanathan A. , Amudhan K. , Nithish Karthick M. , Pandeeswaran V. , Yogesh Rahav K.
Published: June 2023

In this paper, Finite Element Analysis was used to simulate ship hatch covers with different grid geometries viz. Square grid, Inclined grid, Diamond grid and Honeycomb grid. The entire finite element analysis results were generated by ANSYS® 2022 workbench environment. The hatch cover provides an air tight barrier protection for the cargo. For the present simulation the original hatch cover dimensions are used (21000 × 14000 × 300 mm). The principle objective of the present paper is aimed at proposing a light-weight material, so called glass fibre reinforced plastic material over the existing steel to reduce the weight for the cargo ship to improve the efficiency by reducing fuel consumption so that dead weight is downgraded. Glass fibre reinforced hatch cover also reduces man power for the process of handling the hatch cover. Based upon the finite element analysis outcomes of different grid geometries are Square, Inclined, Diamond, Honeycomb optimal core grid of hatch cover was chosen. A scaled down model of hatch cover using glass fibre reinforced plastic with an optimal grid structure has been also developed in this paper.
Research progress of miR-373 in gastrointestinal malignancies
Authors:   Hunan Provincial People’s Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410005, Hunan Province, PR China., Liu Qi
Published: June 2023

microRNAs are a kind of higher eukaryotic genomic coding, usually non-coding small single-stranded RNA composed of 19-24 nucleotides, similar to siRNA molecules, which can be paired with the mRNA base of targeted genes, guide the MRNA to directly degrade or inhibit transcription translation, regulate the expression of targeted genes, and affect the expression of targeted proteins
Use of accessory devices in the endoscopic removal of esophageal foreign bodies
Authors:   National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, 100, Ilsan-ro, Ilsan-donggu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, 10444, Korea, Kyu Park Byung
Published: June 2023

Background/Aims: The accessory devices used for esophageal foreign body removal have not been thoroughly investigated. This study investigated the appropriate use of endoscopic accessory devices for removing esophageal foreign bodies
The Importance of Accountability in Zakat Institutions
Authors: Rejab Siti Noorbiah Md , Wahid Hairunnizam , Yaacob Salmy Edawaty
Published: June 2023

Zakat institutions are seen to be growing in terms of collection and distribution as well as various programs to increase the capacity of asnaf in line with the country’s progress especially in Malaysia. However, there is no denying that there are various negative perceptions of the community towards the zakat institution, including the achievement of unbalanced collection, unequal distribution, community trust and various other unpleasant perceptions from stakeholders. Thus, in line with the community’s perception of zakat institutions, the objective of this study is to see the importance of accountability management in the governance of zakat institutions. This study is qualitative in nature using documentation and observation methods. It is hoped that the study can provide input to stakeholders and indirectly increase trust and satisfaction with zakat institutions in Malaysia. This study can also be a reference to zakat institutions and further to the academy and researchers in the future in improving the accountability of Malaysian zakat institutions.
Land Cover Dynamics and Implications on Water Resources in Bamenda III Sub-Division, North West Region, Cameroon
Authors: Ndikebeng Kometa Raoul , Forba Cletus Fru , Paul Tume Suiven John , Yenlajai Banseka JaneFrances , Kimengsi Jude Ndzifon
Published: June 2023

There exists a complex relationship between land use change and hydrology as exemplified by the quantification of its spatio-temporal impacts. Water resources are stressed by significant land use alterations linked to rapid population growth and urbanization in Bamenda III. This paper analyzes the trend of land use activities in Bamenda III Sub-Division, using LANDSAT images of 1986, 2003 and 2022, to portray land use dynamism over space, their impacts on water resources, and the planning implications thereof. To achieve this, a random survey of 70 households in Bamenda III was conducted, complemented by key informant interviews. The results indicate that significant changes have been recorded in land uses brought about by population growth and urbanization. Seventy percent (70%) of water resources including wetlands and water catchments have been lost to infrastructural development and agriculture. The expansion, and replacement of land uses has stressed water resources, resulting in watershed degradation, deforestation and floods. Water sources like streams and rivers have witnessed a decline in their flow characteristics. The study recommends the strict implementation of town planning laws, to assure the sustainability of water resources.
Association of Incidences of Burns and Place of Occurrence - Investigative Approach among Victims of Domestic Violence
Authors: Buzdar Zulfiqar Ali , Nazir Nassir , Mirza Mansoora
Published: June 2023

Background: Burn injuries are the trauma to live human tissue as result of some burning source including fire, flame, heat, electricity or some chemical. The interrelated intricate complexity of the place of occurrence and incidents of burns had long been a scope of interest to medical and medicolegal personnel. Aim: To investigate the association of incidences of burns with their place of occurrence. Methodology: The research data has been collected from the victims of domestic burn presenting in the Accident and Emergency Department (AED) Jinnah Hospital Lahore and filtered at the medicolegal clinic of Alama Iqbal Medical College Lahore. A total of 250 burns of domestic violence were registered from January 2018 to August 2018 and were included in the study after fulfilling the exclusion and exclusion criteria. Observation research method was carried out with descriptive cross-sectional study design by applying quantitative questionnaire as a data collection tool. The study population consisted of the rural and urban areas of the area of drainage of the said research settings. Results: The study revealed highly significant association with medium of burns and place of occurrence grossly taking place at home with scalds as most frequent medium with 0.000 significant p value. Single or unmarried population was strongly associated with p value 0.004 facing burn injuries at home. Professional population versus amateur had also shown strong association for place of occurrence as home for burn injuries with p value 0.021 though less marked in professional population. The study concludes that scalds as commonest medium, single unmarried persons involved more than married ones and home of the victim was an easy target for the perpetrators. Conclusion: The study revealed strong association of medium of burns, marital status and proficiency of the population for incidence of burns frequently had home setting as a place of occurrence. Keywords: Burns, Domestic Violence, Place of Occurrence, Incidences of Burns
Research Productivity in Surgery from Pakistan: A Bibliometric Analysis (2001-2022)
Authors: Imran Muhammad
Published: June 2023

Aim: To evaluate the main bibliometric indicators and analyze the development of surgery-related research in Pakistan. Methods: This was a descriptive bibliometric analysis. The Web of Science (WoS) database was used to extract data. The study analyzed all English-language articleson surgery research from Pakistan from 2001 to 2021. To analyze the data, R-Bibliometrics software was utilized. Results: There were 748 articles, with 163 sources,11973 authors, and 39.97% international co-authorship. Annual growth rate was 9.91%. International Journal of Surgery, International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, World Journal of Surgery, and World Neurosurgery were the most leading sources, with >40 publications each. Overall, an increasing trend was observed during last 10 years, including 72.9% of all publications. Zafar H, Haider AH, Khan S, Zafar SN, &Enam SA published >20 articles. Enam SA had highest TC (1796), followed by Elkelany A, and Hanrahan M, 845 each. Aga Khan University Hospital and Aga Khan University displayed >200 affiliations. Karachi had 50% top ten most affiliated institutes. Mostly, funding agencies were international, except HEC which was leading from Pakistan. The articles published by Agha RA had highest citations. Conclusions: Policymakers need to redesign research policies to increase faculty members' research productivity. Support is required in funding sources, professional development, and collaboration to produce high impact research. The findings could be useful for surgeons and researchers who want to study surgery-related research trends in the region including Pakistan. Certain practical implications can be deducted from this research. Influential authors and institutions can be identified which can help in decision-making regarding potential opportunities and collaborations. Identifying emerging trends and gaps would be helpful for researchers in the field. Keywords: Surgery, Research, Pakistan, Bibliometrics, Web of Science
Comparison of Preop High Resolution CT Temporal Bone Findings with Intraoperative Findings in Cholesteatoma
Authors: Javaid Waqas , Naeem M. , Bukhari S. Tauseef , Ali R. , Azeem S. Muhammad , Zahid Bilal , Fatima M. , Joshi Pratishta
Published: June 2023

Background: Since many years, CT-scan of the temporal bone is a widely accepted investigation in preoperative evaluation of patients with cholesteatoma in the middle ear. Aim: To compare the preoperative HRCT findings with intraoperative findings in the patients with atticoantral CSOM Study design: Comparative cross-sectional study Setting: Department of ENT Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Lahore Duration: February 1st 2022 to January 31st 2023 Methods: After taking approval from board of studies, IRB & ASRB of FJMU, 50 patients fulfilling inclusion criteria were admitted in Department of ENT, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital Lahore. Firstly patients were seen in outdoor, history and otoscopy followed by examination under microscope was done, then the diagnosis of atticoantral CSOM was established. HRCT temporal bone of the cases diagnosed as atticoantral type CSOM was done. The patients were then admitted for mastoid exploration. Informed consent was obtained. Demographic information was recorded. HRCT temporal bone was reported by consultant radiologist from Department of Radiology, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in all cases. Intraoperative findings like soft tissue mass, dural& sinus plate, ossicular status, status of semicircular canal, facial canal and scutum was noted and compared with the preoperative HRCT findings. Then the data was collected in accordance to patients Proforma. Results: The mean age of patients was 22.32±10.42 years. Among patients 56% were male and 44% were female. HRCT was closely in agreement with intraoperative findings for detection of soft tissues mass in middle ear [HRCT:92% & IOF: 100%], dural plates [HRCT:98% & IOF: 98%], Sigmoid sinus plates [HRCT:92% & IOF: 92%], erosion of malleus [HRCT:56% & IOF: 62%], Incus [HRCT:56% & IOF: 26%], stapes [HRCT:60% & IOF: 66%], ;lateral semicircular canal [HRCT:96% & IOF:96%], facial canal nerve [HRCT:96% & IOF: 94%] and scutum [HRCT:70% & IOF: 74%] respectively. This would be of great help to the otologists in anticipating the possible complications, developing treatment strategy, counseling the patient regarding the procedure and in taking consent about expected complications. Conclusion: In patients of atticoantral CSOM HRCT effectively helps in preoperative assessment of the site & extent of the disease process, Ossicular erosion and status of various important anatomical structure. Keywords: Preoperative, HRCT, Intraoperative, Atticoantral, CSOM, Mastoidectomy, Ossicular necrosis.
Fluconazole Resistance in C. Tropicalis by Broth Microdilution Method and to compare the relative gene expression of erg11 gene in both Fluconazole Resistant and Sensitive C Tropiocalis
Authors: Imtiaz Sahar , Saleem Sidrah , Tahir Sonia , Imran Muhammad , Jahan Shah , Imtiaz Sila
Published: June 2023

Aim: To evaluate fluconazole resistance among C. tropicalis by broth micro dilution methodand relative expression of ergosterol(ERG11) gene in fluconazole resistant and sensitive Candida tropicalis. Methods: The study design was comparative study conducted inMicrobiology Department of UHS.A sum up of 66 confirmed isolates of Candidatropicalis were attained from Jinnah Hospital, Lahore. The fluconazoleresistance of the isolates was determined by broth microdilution methodand the relative gene expression of ERG11 gene was analyzed by real time PCR, in Microbiology Department of UHS. Results: The antibiotic susceptibility testing of C.tropicalis showed fifty one fluconazole sensitive, eight susceptible dose dependent and seven fluconazole resistantC. tropicalis. Relative gene expression ofERG11gene showed anincrease expression about 2.0 fold in C. tropicalis resistant isolates than C. tropicalis susceptible isolates. Globally, C. albicanswas the most frequently isolated species but now there is a decline in trendwith increase figures for non-albicans Candida species. Thesenon-candidaalbicans are now emerging as resistant species and cause serious ailments. This study showed seven fluconazole resistant C. tropicalis among sixty six isolates by broth microdilution method. Further on molecular testing by relative gene expression of ERG11 gene it was noticed that these resistant isolates have 2.0 fold increased mRNA expression levels of this gene as compared to sensitive strains. Conclusion: C. tropicalis was found to be resistant to fluconazole. Ergosterol expression was markedly raised in fluconazole resistant C. tropicalis in contrasted to drug sensitive C. tropicalis. Keywords: C. tropicalis, fluconazole resistance antifungal susceptibility testing, non-albicans Candida, broth microdilution method, relative gene expression.