bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Evaluation of the use of the Kahoot Application for Teaching Vocabulary at Hasanuddin 06 Junior High School Semarang
Authors: Abrora Regiana Afiifah , Rukmini Dwi , . Widhiyanto
Published: May 2024

The research aims to (1) explain the use of the Kahoot for teaching vocabulary, (2) explain students’ perceptions of the use of the Kahoot application in learning vocabulary, (3) explain the benefits of the use of the Kahoot application for teaching vocabulary. This qualitative research explores the effectiveness and perceptions of using the Kahoot application for teaching vocabulary in Hasanuddin 06 Junior High School. The participants in this research are the English teacher and the 66 students from 8a, 8b, and 8c at Hasanuddin 06 Junior High School Semarang. The data was collected through in-depth interviews, observation, rubric evaluation and questionnaire. The findings from this research suggest that Kahoot is perceived positively by both students and teachers as a tool for teaching vocabulary. Participants highlight its engaging and interactive nature, ability to foster competition and collaboration, and potential to enhance vocabulary learning outcomes

Keywords: Kahoot Application, Evaluation Learning Media, Teaching Vocabulary
Analysis of the Use of Digital Accounting in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Medan, Indonesia
Authors: Prayogi Wanda , Muda Iskandar , Kholis Azizul
Published: May 2024

This study aims to test and analyze the influence of technology, organization, and the environment on digital accounting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Medan using digital literacy as a moderation variable.
The study was conducted by collecting data by distributing questionnaires to MSME actors registered with the Department of Cooperatives, Small and Medium Enterprises in Medan City. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, producing a sample of 95 MSMEs. The data obtained were analyzed using SEM-PLS.
The results showed that technology, organization, and the environment significantly affected the use of digital accounting. Digital literacy can moderate the relationship between technology and digital accounting. However, digital accounting cannot moderate the relationship between organizations and the environment.

Keywords: digital accounting, MSME, technology, organization, environment, Toe, digital literacy
Risk Management Techniques on Financial Performance of State-Owned Sugar Companies in Kenya
Authors: KANDA PAUL KIMAIYO , MIROGA JULIUS BICHANGA
Published: May 2024

Financial performance of sugar companies in Kenya is generally poor and has been fluctuating over a long period. The state-owned sugar companies are worse compared to the privately owned companies. The sugar sector has been orbiting around sugar scarcity, inefficiencies, failure to pay farmers, failure to renovate and modernize production unit, failure to battle with imported sugar, recurrent losses and political interference. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of risk management techniques on financial performance of state-owned sugar companies in Kenya. The specific objectives guiding the study were; to establish the effect of risk avoidance on financial performance of state-owned sugar companies in Kenya, and to assess the effect of risk acceptance on financial performance of state-owned sugar companies in Kenya. The study was anchored on the risk management theory, model risk management and the theory of financial control. The study adopted a descriptive research design with a target population of fifty four respondents being employees from the six state-owned sugar companies in Kenya. Questionnaires were the main data collection tool. Data was analyzed with the help of statistical package for social science version 28, Analysis of Variances, Correlation and regression analysis tools were used to establish the relationship between the variables. The findings of the study revealed a statistically significant regression effect and indicative of accomplished prediction of financial performance of state-owned sugar factories through the F-calculated value which showed that the model was significant. Risk avoidance explained 53.9% of financial performance and risk acceptance explained 61.9% of financial performance of state-owned sugar factories in western Kenya. The findings of the study will provide an insight to finance practitioners on the risk management techniques and their relationship with organizational financial performance as well as contributing to the scholarly literature on risk management techniques in other sectors of the economy.

Keywords: Risk, Risk Avoidance, Risk Acceptance, Financial Performance, Risk management Techniques
Patients with Steroid Sensitive Nephrotic Syndrome: A Case Series
Authors: B S Sreelekshmy , S R Ranjana , S Dharan Shaiju
Published: May 2024

Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is one of the most common kidney diseases found in childhood. The prevalence of nephrotic syndrome worldwide is approximately 16 cases per 100,000 children with an incidence of two to seven per 100,000 children. Nephrotic syndrome may affect adults and children of both genders and any race. Nephrotic syndrome in children can be classified into three groups; secondary, congenital, infantile, and idiopathic. In first case, a 3-year-old male patient was presented with complaints of fever, cough for 6 days and swelling all over the body, decreased urine output, oral intake for 2 days, edema of face, body and tiredness for 3 days. Laboratory investigations showed elevated ESR, ferritin and lipid profile. Urine routine examination showed elevated urine albumin levels (+++). USG abdomen and pelvis conveyed right basal pleural effusion. In second case, a 4-year-old male patient was presented with complaints of facial puffiness, fever, breathing difficulty, abdominal distension and pain but no edema. He had history of right inguinal hernia and atrial septal defect. Cholesterol level was found to be elevated. Urine routine examination showed elevated urine albumin levels (+++). USG abdomen and pelvis showed mild ascites and right pleural effusion. Presenting third case, a 12-year-old female patient was presented with complaints of edema and decreased urine output. Patient had history of recurrent episodes of edema and decreased urine output for 11 months. Laboratory investigations showed elevated total cholesterol, declined LFT test and RFT test was found to be normal. Urine routine examination showed elevated urine albumin levels (+++), pus cells, RBC, granular cast and bacteria present. USG abdomen and pelvis indicate acute glomerulo nephritis and acute to moderate ascites. Here case series with 3 cases showed the sequence of nephrotic syndrome which is treated with corticosteroid with its side effects and cumulative dose of steroid in children.

Keywords: Nephrotic syndrome, Hypocholesteremia, Hypoproteinuria, Hyponatremia, pediatric
The Effect of Virgin Coconut Oil on TNFα and Cytochrome P450 Aromatase Levels in Obese Female White Rats (Rattus norvegicus) Induced with a High-Fat Diet
Authors: Amir Arni , Gusti Silmi Aulia
Published: May 2024

Background: The high level of various proinflammatory cytokines due to adipocyte hypertrophy such as TNFα in obesity increases cytochrome-P450-aromatase, further inducing increased estrogen production, hypersecretion of Luteinizing Hormone and decreased Follicle Stimulating Hormone, resulting in impaired folliculogenesis, and chronic anovulation. Virgin Coconut Oil is rich in Medium Chain Fatty Acid and phytochemicals as anti-inflammatory.
Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of VCO on reducing TNFα and cytochrome-P450-aromatase levels in obese female white rats.
Methods: Post test only control group, 24 rats were divided into 3 groups, namely: negative control group (K-), positive control group (K+), and treatment group (P). The K+ and P groups were induced using a high-fat diet for 10 weeks, then the P group was given VCO in weeks 7-10. On the first day of week 11, blood was taken from the orbital vein of the eyes of all rats for TNFα levels. Both examinations used ELISA kits. Data analysis used Shapiro Wilks normality test. The value of p>0.05, followed by hypothesis testing using one-way annova and post hoc Bonferroni.
Results: Mean TNFα in the K- group: 141.71±8.87, K+ group: 15.09±19.30, P group: 162,09±13,57. Mean cytochrome-P450-aromatase levels in the K- group: 9.00±0.77, K+ group: 12.22±1.69, P group: 10.58±0.97. The mean levels of one way ANOVA analysis showed that the administration of VCO can significantly reduce TNFα levels (p=0.001) and significantly reduce Cytochrome-P450-aromatase levels (p=0.001).
Conclusion: VCO administration can reduce TNFα levels and cytochorme-P450-aromatase levels in obese female white rats.

Keywords: TNFα, cytochrome-P450-aromatase, infertility, obesity
INVESTIGATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FRAILTY AND DEPENDENCY IN INDIVIDUALS LIVING IN A NURSING HOME
Authors: Şişman Hamide , Alptekin Dudu , Işık Emir İbrahim , Işık Hilal
Published: May 2024

The fragility that occurs with aging increases the risk of dependency. This study was conducted to determine the level of fragility in elderly individuals. The descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with 68 elderly people staying in nursing homes between 15.10.2019 and 30.02.2020. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews by the researcher using the Introductory Information Form, Edmonton Frail Scale and Barthel Index. 69.1% of the participants were female and the mean age was 77±10. The number of elderly with severe frailty was 22 (32.4%), and the number of those who were completely dependent was 23 (33.8%), and a statistically significant relationship was found between them (X2=19.55, p=0.00). The incidence of frailty was high in the elderly living in nursing homes. In parallel with the incidence of fragility, dependency levels were also found to be high. It is recommended to evaluate the elderly in terms of fragility in order to reduce their dependency levels.
Chronic secondary orofacial pain as the first symptom of chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis in the mandible: a case report and literature review
Authors: Braga Samilla Pontes , Neves Raniel Ramon Norte , Jales Sumatra Melo da Costa Pereira , Rocha André Caroli , Pereira Rosa Maria Rodrigues , Siqueira José Tadeu Tesseroli de
Published: May 2024

Chronic non-bacterial osteomyelitis clinically manifests with pain, swelling and limitation of movement. When it affects the jaws, it can cause pain, similar to other orofacial conditions, requiring a correct differential diagnosis. The objective of this study was to report a clinical case of chronic secondary orofacial pain as the first manifestation of an inflammatory bone disease located in the mandible, in addition to discussing the diagnostic hypotheses, the pathophysiological aspects and the therapy. A 21-year-old male patient came to the service complaining of pain in the mandible, preauricular and temporal regions bilaterally with one year of evolution, associated with anterior open bite and psychological impairment. So, it was chronic orofacial pain secondary to non-bacterial osteomyelitis with a high rate of bone remodeling. Elevation of pro-inflammatory cytokines can lead to an increased power cycle of nociceptive signaling, chronic inflammation, and bone loss. Pro-inflammatory cytokines that originate in neuronal and glial cells can trigger effects such as chronic hyperexcitability, changes in the phenotypic expression of nociceptors and abnormal processing of noxious signals. The patient is still undergoing treatment and without pain. Careful assessment, ordering tests and multidisciplinary investigation are essential in the care of patients with chronic and complex orofacial pain.
Synthesis, characterization and biological activities of NiO-cellulose nanocomposite
Authors: Tamta Anshu , Kumar Rajesh , Gouri Vinita , Joshi Rajendra , Chandra Bhuwan , Kandpal Narain Datt
Published: May 2024

NiO cellulose nanocomposite (NiO-CN) were synthesized by the precipitation method and characterized by X-Ray diffraction (XRD), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) measurements and UV–vis spectroscopy. The particles obtained have an average size of 20-30 nm as shown by TEM analysis. Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) measurements were carried out to identify the possible biomolecules responsible for the capping and stabilization of the nickel oxide nanoparticles synthesized by milk. The presence of elements in the nanoparticles was also analysed by Energy Dispersive X-ray (EDX) analysis. The results of EDX analysis show the weight percentages of C, O, Ni, and N-elements in the synthesized material were 41.65%, 52.49%, 3.81%, and 2.06%, respectively. Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) has been used to assess the morphology of the nanoparticle. The effects of NiO-cellulose nanocomposite are screened for biological activities like, antibacterial activity was done by the Disc diffusion method. The bacterial organisms used in this study were Bacillus subtilis, Salmonela abony, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. The observed inhibition zone for these microorganisms was found to be a minimum of 3.0 mm and a maximum of 22.0 mm. Moreover, This NiO-CN also decreases the 50% load of Leishmania donovani via MTT assay with 25µg/ml concentration after 72 hours incubation.
Facile ZnO NPs catalyzed synthesis of substituted 4-amino-6-(1H-benzimidazol-2-ylsulfanyl)benzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile new derivatives as Potent biological agents
Authors: Champa R. , Vishnumurthy K. A. , Bodke Yadav D. , BhojyaNaik H. S. , IttePushpavathi IttePushpavathi , Satyanarayan N. D. , Nippu B. N.
Published: May 2024

This study focuses on the efficient synthesis of series of substituted 4-amino-6-(1H-benzimidazol-2-ylsulfanyl) benzene-1,3-dicarbonitrile derivatives synthesized from aldehydes, propanedinitrile, substituted thiols and catalyzed by ZnO nanoparticles (ZnONPs). All the synthesized compounds have been characterized using different spectroscopic techniques such as FT-IR, 1H-NMR, C13-NMR and Mass. The compounds were evaluated for potential pharmacological applications, including antimicrobial, α-amylase inhibitory and anticancer activities. Computational calculations, DFT, in-silico molecular docking, and ADME-toxicologystudies were performed. ADMET studies indicated that all synthesized compounds adhered to Rule of five with good bioavailability. This research underscores the promising pharmacological prospects of the synthesized newbenzimidazole derivatives.
Synthesis, characterization, and in vitro anticancer evaluation of 2,4 disulfonylsubstituted 5-aminothiazoles
Authors: Zyabrev Volodymyr , Demydchuk Bohdan , Pilyo Stepan , Zhirnov Victor , Liavynets Olexandr , Brovarets Volodymyr
Published: May 2024

Novel 2,4-disulfonylsubstituted 5-aminothiazoles were synthesized and their anticancer activity was assessed at a high dose (10 μM) against NCI 60 cancer cell lines. Compounds 24 and 25 showed the antiproliferative activity with mean growth inhibition about 66.0%. Replacing 4-hydroxypiperidine 24 with the more hydrophilic N-methyl piperazine 25 increased the number of sensitive cell lines while replacing these hydrophilic groups with lipophilic ones abolished the anticancer activity. The COMPARE analysis showed that the tested compounds had a moderate positive correlation with alkylating agents (CCNU and methyl CCNU) and with a purine nucleotide biosynthesis inhibitor analog (L-cysteine). The results indicate that the above mechanisms of antitumor action of standard compounds are not the main ones for the tested compounds due to the lack of a high correlation. The results of this study allow us to consider compounds 24 and 25 as a basis for their further functionalization to obtain more active compounds.
Ionic liquid mediated efficient synthesis of 2,4,5-triarylimidazoles via green economical multicomponent reaction
Authors: Mokal Ramesh A. , Jadhavar Suresh C.
Published: May 2024

In the present work, a new protocol was developed for the synthesis of 2,4,5-triaryl imidazoles via three component condensation of aryl aldehyde, benzil and ammonium acetate in the presence of 1-butyl-3-methyl-imidazolium hexafluoro phosphate ([BMIM][PF6]) as a catalyst under reflux in ethanol. The present protocol has many beneficial advantages such as excellent yields, easy workup procedure, green catalyst and purification of the targeted molecules without the use of column chromatography which increases the green chemistry value of the present work.
Design, synthesis and characterization of new azoflavone derivatives through diazotisation - coupling reactions of aromatic amines (sulfanilic acid, 2-amino pyridine)
Authors: Khdera Hadi Aqel
Published: May 2024

In this research, new azochalcone derivatives (6, 7) were synthesized by using three methods: the first one is diazotization - coupling method of different aromatic amines (sulfanilic acid, 2-aminopyridine) with chalcone (5), the second, aldol condensation method of azoaryl hydroxyacetophenone compounds with 4-dimethylamino benzaldehyde in presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst, the last one is method of aldol condensation of azoaryl hydroxyacetophenone compounds with 4-dimethylaminobenzaldehyde in presence of piperidine as an organic catalyst. The yield was the best by using the aldol condensation method with sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. New azoflavone derivatives (8, 9) with good yields (78-84 %) were also synthesized by performing cyclization reactions of azochalcone derivatives using iodine in dimethyl sulfoxide. The identity of the new compounds was determined using spectroscopic methods (FT-IR, 13C-NMR, 1H-NMR).
Inhibition activity of triazoles as a new family for the inhibition of the Indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase 1 IDO1 protein using 2D-QSAR approach
Authors: Zaki Khadija , Fakir Fatimazahra , Sbai Abdelouahid , Maghat Hamid , Bouachrine Mohammed , Lakhlifi Tahar
Published: May 2024

Protein IDO1 (indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase) occupies a critical position in the regulation of the immune system and is involved in cancer progression and the development of immune diseases. Being a therapeutic target for such critical diseases, we aimed to investigate the IDO1 inhibition activity of thirty-nine triazole derivatives using a quantitative structure-activity relationship. The dataset was under principal component analysis, multiple linear regression, and multiple non-linear regression from which two models were generated. The best 2D-QSAR model was generated using linear regression, demonstrating a determination coefficient of R2=0.680, a good acceptable internal cross-validated coefficient of R2cv=0.700, an error of MSE=0.074, and a good predictive potential of R2test=0.809. The QSAR model was further investigated using the applicability domain, which showed that all molecules were within the applicability domain, hence the absence of an outlier. Overall, the obtained results provide a reliable and highly predictive model for the design and prediction of new IDO1 inhibitors thereby influencing cancer progression and autoimmune disease development.
Mechanisms of Toxicity of Heavy Metals and the Microbial Strategies for their Mitigation: A Review
Authors: Maria Shafiq  , Rehman Yasir
Published: May 2024

Heavy metals toxicity is a major concern worldwide, especially in areas where untreated industrial effluents are released in the environment. Most important heavy metals in this context are arsenic, cadmium, chromium, copper, cobalt, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium and zinc. Some of these are also essential trace elements and play crucial roles in different biological processes. Exposure to high concentration of heavy metals is hazardous for life and can lead to various medical conditions including different types of cancers. The remediation strategies to treat these contaminants involve physical, chemical as well as biological techniques, the latter of which is considered most environment friendly and inexpensive. Bioremediation is the process of removal and detoxification of toxic pollutants using microorganisms. Many microorganisms have evolved different strategies to resist and detoxify such heavy metals. This may include excluding the metals out of the cell, binding of the metals to metal binding proteins to sequester it, conversion of metals into less or non-toxic form by enzymes and alternation of cell components to reduce metal sensitivity. Different genes and proteins are involved in these processes which can be explored for biotechnological interventions and practical applications of bioremediation. This review article discusses the mechanisms of heavy metals’ toxicity, different remediation technologies available, and the various strategies that microorganisms employ to detoxify them.
‘You’re a rational guy – sort your shit out’: The mind, the body, and functional neurological disorder
Authors: Dawson Shelley
Published: May 2024

Functional neurological disorder (FND) is a common and disabling disorder that has been batted between neurology and psychiatry for well over a century. It disrupts the physical/psychological divide in ways that shake the foundations of Western medicine, and yet the disorder and those with FND are maligned – blamed, even – for not fitting boxes. First known as hysteria and then conversion disorder, ideologies around femininity, mental illness, and ‘unexplained’ physical symptoms nurture the ongoing normalisation of dualist divisions between mind and body and the attendant hierarchies of care. Today, people with FND (of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds) face this medical legacy in stigmatised language, experience ‘discourses of dismissal’ (compounded by membership in other stigmatised categories), and carry the question: Is it ‘real’ or is it ‘all in your head’? This raises the question of how dualism is navigated and understood by those with most at stake in this conversation – those who live with the disorder and its marginalised history.

In this presentation, I explore what dualism looks like in practice, offering insights into the often-invisible processes that keep medical divisions and their ‘truths’ in place. I foreground the stories of people with FND in Aotearoa, and draw from a range of supporting data, including written documents, media, medical archives, conversations with neurologists, and my own personal experience in this space.
Lope de Vega and the Epístolas of Amarilis and Belardo: Poetic Authority and Transatlantic Dialogue
Authors: Mascia Mark J.
Published: May 2024

An example of epistolary discourse in seventeenth-century Spain that merits further examination is the correspondence between Lope de Vega (writing under the assumed name of “Belardo”) and a presumed poet from Latin America known only as “Amarilis.” This study moves beyond the focus of most criticism, which attempts to arrive at an identity for this Amarilis. It proves how transatlantic epistolary dialogue can be egalitarian as much as esthetically meaningful, as both authors demonstrate poetic authority.
Primero Sueño: Exhaustion of Desire, Desire of Exhaustion
Authors: Patiño Romero José Luis
Published: May 2024

This article addresses the gaps in scholarship on the implications of the “failure” of knowledge in Sor Juana’s First Dream by analyzing the performative representation of failure as a solution to ambitious desire. The endless failures eventually exhaust the shame of failing to achieve absolute knowledge by comparing her use of Phaeton’s myth to Teresa of Avila’s humility. The refiguration of failure problematizes the distinction between the secular and religious realms of knowledge in contemporary academic discourses about Sor Juana’s aesthetic impulses.
Anatomical and morphological characteristics of endemic $Barbarea auriculata$ taxa (var. $auriculata$ and var. $paludosa$)
Authors: Bağcı Yavuz , Başköse İsa , Savran Ahmet
Published: May 2024

The aim of this study was to determine the anatomical and morphological characteristics of two endemic taxa of $Barbarea auriculata$ naturally growing in Türkiye. In morphological studies, characteristics of the vegetative (root, stem, and leaf) and generative (flower, fruit, and seed) structures of both taxa were determined and detailed descriptions were given. Furthermore, according to the morphological data obtained, the identification key was revised again. In anatomical analyses, cross-sections were taken manually from the roots, stems, and leaves of the two taxa. The sections were made into permanent preparations and examined under a binocular light microscope. Sections were then photographed with an integrated camera system. The morphological and anatomical characteristics of both species are discussed in detail according to their similarities and differences.
Mid-Career Crossroads: Examining the Role of Wrong Career Choices in Triggering Professional Crises
Authors: Patel Sarojini , Chandra Dr. Ashok Kumar , Deshmukh Pratap B
Published: May 2024

Dissatisfaction with the job role can make someone miserable, it leads to anxiety, depression and an overall decrease in the quality of life. During the early years, many students compromise and take the wrong career under peer pressure, lack of awareness also leads to many choosing the wrong career options. In the highly competitive modern world, many individuals often compromise between their ideals and their actual jobs, leading too many people feeling challenged and questioning their abilities. Dissatisfaction with the job role leads to an overall decrease in performance and quality of work, interpersonal relationships of the individual are also affected due to these problems. Employees going through a mid-career crisis are uninspired and therefore lack career growth, contributing to more unpleasant emotions, failure to cope with these conditions can cause exposure to more stress and burnout. Supporting employees experiencing these feelings is highly important, for raising their capabilities and implementing both long and short-term goals. Before making any drastic decisions it is important to reevaluate the actions and look for alternate opportunities to eliminate the crisis. The present research has carried out primary data analysis to show the problems that are faced by individuals who have chosen the wrong careers.
Effect of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Urban Water Sustainability Project in Rwanda: A Case of WASAC Project in Kigali City
Authors:   Mount Kenya University of Rwanda, Kamugisha Geofrey
Published: May 2024

In Rwanda, projects failure is caused by lack of Monitoring and Evaluation staff trainings, technical expertise, design/approach, low level stakeholder involvement, lack of proper planning, lack of supportive supervision, insufficient financial management and poor leadership on feasibility and sustainability project. The general objective of the study is to assess monitoring and evaluation practices and urban water sustainability project in Rwanda. A case of WASAC project in Kigali city and the specific objectives of the study were to assess the influence of project monitoring and evaluation planning on urban water sustainability project in Rwanda, to assess the influence of monitoring and evaluation stakeholders involvement on urban water sustainability project in Rwanda and to determine the effect of monitoring and evaluation trainings on urban water sustainability project in Rwanda. The study was based on two theories such as theory of change and theory of constraints. In this study, a descriptive research design was used and the targeted population includes project management team, project monitoring and evaluation officials, project analysts and engineers. In total they were184 from whom a sample size of 126 was selected as representative of total population. Therefore, a simple sampling technique will be used and data will be collected using questionnaire, interview and documentation. The analysis of data will be done through SPSS version 21. The study findings showed that stakeholders’ involvement is essential in achieving urban water sustainability in the way that M&E planning contribution is at the mean of 3.908 and standard deviation of 0.755, stakeholders involvement contributed to urban water sustainability at the mean of 3.275 and standard deviation of 0.642 while M&E trainings has contributed to urban water sustainability at the mean of4.505 and standard deviation of 0.720 The study found that there are continuous M&E trainings and development of the project staff to acquire skills to implement the project. The study recommended that effective project planning need to be put in place by the project team and managers. Project team should ensure their monitoring and evaluation control plan align with M&E plan. The study recommends a sound stakeholders’ involvement at each phase of the project from initial phase to execution. Keywords: Monitoring and Evaluation, Urban Water Sustainability, WASAC, Project Management, Kigali City Infrastructure
Effect of the Management Accounting on the Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Rwanda: A Case of Small and Medium Entreprises in Gasabo District
Authors:   University of Kigali, Rwanda, Musuhuke Bahati
Published: May 2024

Management accounting provides an excellent opportunity for companies to compete in the market by offering superior products and services at reasonable prices to customers. The general objective of this study was to study the effects of management accounting practices on the Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Gasabo district, Rwanda. This study adopted a correlation study design. The target population for this study was the 171 small and medium enterprises in Gasabo district Stratified random sampling method was applied to come up with the sample size, since the population in different Small and Medium Enterprises was considered heterogeneous, implying that a simple random sample is unrepresentative. The study therefore involved 171 Small and Medium Enterprises in Gasabo district. The study collected primary data from the respondents. The data collected was both quantitative and qualitative. Qualitative data is descriptive and non-numerical, while quantitative data is numerical. The study found that Budgeting was the most widely used management accounting practices, including budgeting for planning, activity-based budgeting, flexible analysis, zero-based budgeting, and budgeting for controlling costs. costing systems were the second most widely used management accounting practice, including separation of variable, incremental, and fixed costs; plant-wide overhead rate; activity-based costing; target costing; and cost of quality. Information for decision making was also used by respondents, including stock control models, customer satisfaction analysis reports, product profitability analysis reports, risk analysis reports, and investment analysis reports. Strategic analysis was also highly used by respondents. The study further concludes that the most important elements of management accounting practices amongst the Small and Medium Enterprises in Gasabo district are; the management accounting function identifies key factors that influence Financial Performance and management accounting practices have increased return on equity (ROE), which is a measure of how profitable a company is for its shareholders. This is because management accounting practices help companies to identify and improve risky areas, which can lead to increased profits. This study recommends the creation and enhancement of awareness among firms of the importance of Information for decision making practices as this is the most highly used management accounting practice amongst the Small and Medium Enterprises in Gasabo district. Keywords: Management Accounting Practices, Costing Systems, Budgeting, Information for Decision Making, Strategic Analysis, Financial Performance, Small And Medium Enterprises
Bird species richness and habitat guilds at isolated forest patch in Turahalli Minor Forest, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Authors: Ashwini R. , Kumara Vijaya
Published: May 2024

Analyzing habitat preferences and foraging dynamics can be useful in understanding how birds adapt to changing physical environments. This is the first-ever study that was carried out on Avian feeding and Habitat guild of the Turahalli minor forest. Our study compares foraging patterns and habitat preferences among bird species by using One-way ANOVA, Tukey’s multiple comparison test, Kruskal-Wallis test and Mann-Whitney U tests. Observations based on habitat and diet affinities accounted for rich avian diversity with a total of 139 bird species recorded from five different habitats from October 2020 to November 2022. Large trees (95 species) harbored more species followed by shrub and thorny (30 species) and open ground (8 species). Bird assemblages were richer in large tree habitats and shrub and thorny habitats and findings showed that there was no significant difference in bird species richness between the habitats. Insectivorous species (39%) and carnivorous species (30%) exceeded other feeding guilds in the study area. Results of the study showed that different functional groups of avifauna behaved differently, primarily persuaded by choice of food. By providing birds with stable foraging, roosting, and nesting options, habitat heterogeneity supported avifaunal persistence.
Celastrus paniculatus: Distribution, medicinal significance, and conservation prioritization for sustainable utilization
Authors: Chaudhari Neha , Pathak Bhawana
Published: May 2024

Celastrus paniculatus Willd. is a medicinally important plant species distributed in various parts of the world but mainly in India. This species is used in Indian systems of medicine such as Siddha, Ayurveda, Unani, and Homeopathy for having therapeutic properties due to active secondary metabolites. Its botanical, and phenological events are necessary to understand the physiology of the species for its conservation prioritization at natural habitat. This review provides an overview of the distribution pattern with its various habitats and soil types, the ethnobotanical and medicinal importance of the species as well as challenges and conservation aspects for the preservation of this species.
Using a Digital Storytelling-Based Electronic Program to develop primary stage pupils’ EFL reading comprehension skills
Authors:   Department of Curricula and Teaching Methods, College of Education, King Faisal University, P.O. Box: 400 Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia; Faculty of Specific Education, Minia university, Egypt, Amr Amr ,   Department of Special Education, College of Education King Faisal University, P.O. Box: 400 Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia, Hegazy Ahmed Zakaria
Published: May 2024

The present study aimed to identify the effect of using a digital storytelling-based electronic program to develop reading comprehension skills of Pupils with Learning Difficulties. The study adopted a quasi-experimental pre-post design with two groups. Each group consisted of 30 pupils. The experimental group was taught through using the digital storytelling-based electronic program, whereas the control one was taught through the traditional method. The researchers prepared a reading comprehension skills test as an instrument to collect data. The results showed that the pupils of the experimental group achieved better results than those of the control one. The results revealed the effectiveness of the Digital Storytelling-Based Electronic Program in developing primary-fifth pupils’ reading comprehension skills.
Neutrosophic Fuzzy Interval Sets and its Extension through MCDM and Applications in E-Management
Authors:   Department of Mathematics Actuarial Science, B.S. Abdur Rahman Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai – 600048, Tamil Nadu, India, A. A. ,   Department of Mathematics, Government Arts and Science College for Women, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu – 635104, India.,   Department of Mathematics, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology (Deemed to be University), Chennai – 600119, Tamil Nadu, India.,   Department of Mathematics, Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, Coimbatore – 641202, Tamil Nadu, India., Rajesh K. , Logeshwari M. , Saranya R.
Published: May 2024

we are introducing the model-type operators over Interval-Valued Fuzzy Neutrosophic Sets with time moments [IVFNS] and learn a few of their properties with numerical examples to demonstrate the defined operations and operators. Also introduce various distance measures over the extension of interval neutrosophic sets as well as apply the introduced measures in ecological management in this direct to decide the type of corrosion disturbing some towns for valuable management to be taken, using this normalized distance measures. The extensions of neutrosophic connection values and non-connection values be not used for all time probable positive to our fulfillment, but this concept IVTNFS part has more significant responsibility at this point since the time progress with IVN-fuzzy sets provide the accurate solution in factual situations similarly, conclusion making, career deciding and so on. This is the main reason for taking in the extensions of neutrosophic sets.
MENGUKUR TINGKAT AKURASI 6 MODEL REGRESI DALAM MACHINE LEARNING UNTUK ESTIMASI PENYAKIT DIABETES
Authors: Sembiring Feby Wulandari
Published: May 2024

Abstract: This research aims to develop a companion application that uses the regression method as a warning system for the public in maintaining blood sugar levels to minimize the risk of diabetes based on machine learning. Diabetes is one of the diseases with the highest death rate in Indonesia, but the public's low awareness of checking blood sugar levels regularly is due to the high cost of controlling it at hospitals or clinics. This has an impact on increasing the prevalence of diabetes and state losses. This research utilizes the linear regression method with 6 regression models and 3 testing methods to find the best and most accurate model in predicting diabetes levels. Data was processed using Jupyter Notebook tools with the Python programming language. It is hoped that the results of this research can contribute to increasing public awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy blood sugar to prevent diabetes.Keywords: machine learning; regression; diabetes; warning system. Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sebuah aplikasi pendamping yang menggunakan metode regresi sebagai warning system bagi masyarakat dalam menjaga kadar gula darah untuk meminimalisir risiko diabetes berbasis machine learning. Diabetes merupakan salah satu penyakit dengan angka kematian tertinggi di Indonesia, namun rendahnya kesadaran masyarakat dalam memeriksa kadar gula darah secara berkala disebabkan oleh mahalnya biaya pengontrolan di rumah sakit atau klinik. Hal ini berdampak pada meningkatnya prevalensi diabetes dan kerugian negara. Penelitian ini memanfaatkan metode regresi linier dengan 6 model regresi dan 3 metode pengujian untuk mencari model yang paling baik dan akurat dalam memprediksi kadar diabetes. Data diproses menggunakan tools Jupyter Notebook dengan bahasa pemrograman Python. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi dalam meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat akan pentingnya menjaga kesehatan gula darah untuk mencegah diabetes.Kata Kunci: machine learning; regresi; diabetes; warning system.
Efficacy and Safety of Insulin Pump Therapy in Children and Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Ghawil Millad , Rania Issa  , Safa Saed
Published: May 2024

Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) pump represents a treatment option that can aid in achieving an important goal to reduce the most frequent complications associated with treatment; hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic episodes, which have also a great impact on life quality of patients. This study was conducted to report the effect and safety of insulin pump therapy on glycemic control, hypoglycemia and diabetic ketosis (DKA) rates in Libyan type 1 diabetic (T1D) patients. A descriptive and retrospective study which included patients treated and followed up at Tripoli University Hospital. Fifty-seven T1D patients used CSII pump enrolled in this study. Assessment of hypoglycemia, DKA, measuring the glycosylated hemoglobin (HbAlc) values at time of diagnosis (prior to CSII) and at time of study conduction. Mean age was 12.72 year ± 3.8 SD. Mean duration of diabetes was 7.28 years ± 3.9 SD. The baseline mean HbA1c was 8.58 ± 1.73% during Multiple Daily Injections (MDI) at pre-pump and 7.76 ± 1.33% post initiation of CSII (p = 0.001), with higher proportion of patient’s post-pump treated had good metabolic control with HbA1c compared to pre-pump infusion 23, 40.4% and 16, 28.1%, respectively. Both the incidence of ketoacidosis and severe hypoglycemic episodes was improved compared with MDI pre-pump significantly during CSII (P<0.001). This study supports that CSII is an effective alternative in managing T1DM. In addition, therapy with insulin pump in children with diabetes is very efficient and safe with obvious reduction of HbA1c and significantly diminished rates of DKA and hypoglycemia.
Characteristics of Functional-Semantic Field "Money" with Phraseological Units
Authors: Colenciuc Inna
Published: May 2024

Phraseological units are defined as complex and multidimensional phenomena. They represent the word-groups that cannot be freely made up in speech but are reproduced as ready-made units. Being emotionally coloured units, phraseological expressions are rich in attitudinal connotations. The English is abundant in money-related phraseological units, widely used in the media, fiction and didactic literature both in Great Britain and in the USA.The article is devoted to the peculiarities of functioning of the functional-semantic field “money” with phraseological units in the English language. Special attention is paid to the emotional colouring of phraseologisms and to the connotations evoked in the process of communication. The phraseological units are classified according to extralinguistic principle. The following microfields are idenfied and considered: „Wealth”, „Poverty”, „Money Spending”, and „Bribe”. For our research, we extracted 100 phraseological units from different dictionaries, analyzed them with the respect to such important aspects as meaning, structure and variation and provided several examples of phraseological units used in literary texts. For our contribution, we have consulted the works of different linguists who carried out the research on the theme such as scholars Sh. Bally, A .Cowie, A. Rey, L. Smith, A. Kunin, A. Smirnitsky, N. Amosova, N. Telia, V. Vinogradov.
Dramatic art/theatre in Québec’s Compulsory Education: New Perspectives
Authors: Lavictoire Louise
Published: May 2024

The present text refers to the situation of arts teaching in Quebec schools, highlighting the genesis of dramatic art as a school discipline. In this context, the process of an artistic intervention realized in primary classes and focused on « animated reading » is described. The objective of our research project is to determine the effects of such a pedagogical action on the level of self-determination of students (theory defined by Deci and Ryan), on attitudes (Rosenberg et Hovland) and on the progression of knowledge related to competence - 2 The interpretation of the dramatic sequences stipulated in the Quebec School Training Program (Ministry of Education, Recreation and Sport of Québec - MELS, 2001), this article dealing specifically with the results related to the aforementioned competence. The conclusions formulated on the basis of this field experience, carried out simultaneously as a Master's student and an invited artist in the school, offer us the opportunity both to enrich the school program in dramatic art/theatre and to perpetuate the respective discipline in Québec and abroad .
Humanizing digital Learning: Strategies for Amplifying educational Impact
Authors: Porubin Lilia
Published: May 2024

The text underscores the growing importance of digital education higher institutions and the need to adopt a 'human-centered' approach to maximize learners' potential. This approach focuses on the needs of both learners and educators, recognizing their unique perspectives. The shift to online learning presents challenges, requiring educators to design virtual courses that replicate in-person dynamics. Sustaining engagement and meaningful relationships in virtual classes is crucial for the well-being of both students and instructors. The text emphasizes the significance of strategies such as office hours, online group work, and overall interaction to create a classroom-like atmosphere and foster connections between students and instructors. These measures contribute to a more responsive online learning environment that addresses individual student needs. Humanizing online learning involves recognizing students as individuals with unique needs, moving beyond mere device interaction. The text discusses challenges in asynchronous online environments, emphasizing the importance of synchronous interactions to combat feelings of disconnection. Various strategies are suggested to humanize online learning, including the use of technology to enhance availability and engagement, personalized feedback, and the incorporation of diverse learning activities. Instructor-student relationships are highlighted as crucial in online learning, impacting students' perceptions and satisfaction.
Enquiring for Expressing Identity within Art Courses in Conventional Classes from the Diversity and Inclusion Perspective
Authors: Russbach Lucie
Published: May 2024

The multiplication of identity defining spaces in our globalized and technological society can generate tensions for individuals who are in a situation of negotiating, in different contexts, multiple identities that are sometimes perceived as incompatible (Beauregard, 2019). Indeed, each individual has several identities - these being flexible and evolving -, being at the intersection of several types of diversity, even if he is the only representative of his "category" (Ginzburg, 2003). These identities are expressed differently in the different spheres of his work and life, including school, and in each of the school subjects, including the arts. This text aims to discuss - in the context of the visual arts - the expression of identity from a perspective of diversity and inclusion. Therefore, the articulation and adaptation to the context of individual identities will be addressed, and especially the interactions between individual and social identity (Descombes, 2017). The fine arts discipline is examined as a privileged terrain of expression (Lemonchois, 2011) and sharing of sensitive experience (Rancière, 2000). How can this space of intersubjective dialogue lead to better understanding between individuals, to greater inclusion of individual diversity and multiple identities, and ultimately to an improvement in coexistence? These are the aspects mainly explored in this article.