bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Silvio Ceccato’s recollection: interview to Riccarda Silicani
Authors: Centomo Chiara
Published: January 2025

Riccarda Silicani founded the Study Center dedicated to her Uncle, Silvio Ceccato, with the aim of spreading his figure and ideas by organizing cultural events in his birth house, in Montecchio Maggiore (Vi).
The relationship between leisure Engagement and self-efficacy of healthcare professionals – A Rapid review
Authors: Sharma Purvi , Verma Dr. Sunita , Sharma Dr. Meena
Published: January 2025

Purpose - This study examines at the relationship between leisure engagement and self-efficacy among healthcare professionals, with a focus on doctors. Healthcare professionals are essential in society because medical professionals the ones who provide crucial healthcare services to patient. In this manner, it is important to explore the association between leisure Engagement and self-efficacy of healthcare professionals.
Design/methodology/approach - The research technique included a thorough literature evaluation using databases such as Scopus journals, Web of science journal, PubMed, Google Scholar, and Dimensions.ai. Target population were healthcare professionals. Students and laboratory employees were excluded. This methodology ensured a wide and relevant selection of studies on the association between leisure engagement and self-efficacy in the healthcare professionals.
Findings - The selection of eight research studies, which incorporate both quantitative and qualitative techniques, contributes to a broader awareness of the relationship between leisure engagement and self-efficacy among medical care professionals. Additionally, while these antecedents have previously been explained independently, the two together is uncommon. The lack of studies investigating their link highlights the significance of the present research subject matter.
Practical implications - This relationship can provide insightful information into improving healthcare practices and supporting healthcare professionals in their roles.
Originality/Value - This research provides a novel approach to "The relationship between leisure engagement and self-efficacy of healthcare professionals." It looks into how leisure activities and self-efficacy affect healthcare professionals mental well-being. The study adds new insights and practical applications to improving doctors mental well-being. The study underlines the importance of balancing work and leisure time for healthcare professionals overall health.
Advancing Precision in Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: The Role of Navigation Technology
Authors: Ramalingam Ravi , Paleri Aswathi , Ramalingam K K , Udupi Sanjay , Khan Wasim , Harirajan Ramu
Published: January 2025

Objectives: Navigation technology is a useful tool for surgeons performing complex rhinologic procedures, such
as extensive sinonasal polyposis (SNP), revision surgeries, anatomical variations, and cerebrospinal fluid leaks.
This study aimed to evaluate the role of navigation systems in functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS).
Materials and Methods: Sixty patients from KKR ENT Hospital, Chennai, were divided into Group A (FESS with
navigation) and Group B (FESS without navigation). Patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) with SNP, revision
surgeries for SNP or sinonasal tumors (SNT), and frontal sinus disease (FSD) were included. Pre- and
postoperative Lund-Mackay scores, Sino-Nasal Outcome Test-22 (SNOT-22) scores, and CT scans were
analyzed. Navigation assistance using the Fusion Compact Medtronic System was employed based on surgical
evaluation. Postoperative nasal endoscopy and follow-ups assessed outcomes.
Results: No significant differences in SNOT-22 and endoscopic scores were observed between groups.
However, intraoperative complications and recurrence were higher in Group B, indicating better outcomes in
Group A. Navigation significantly improved precision and reduced complications (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: Navigation technology enhances surgical accuracy and reduces complications, offering significant
benefits in complex FESS cases.
Beneficios de la energía solar en la conservación del medio ambiente mediante su uso en centros comerciales de Barranquilla
Authors:   Corporación Universitaria Americana, HERNÁNDEZ BELAIDES HERNÁN JOSÉ
Published: January 2025

Introducción: La energía solar se obtiene directamente de las diversas radiaciones solares, mediante un panel solar que a su vez la transforma en energía eléctrica, generando beneficios para el medio ambiente relacionados con el bajo consumo de elementos ecológicos y la baja emisión de gases de efecto invernadero. Objetivo: Por consiguiente, el objetivo de este proyecto es determinar de qué manera el uso de la energía solar en centros comerciales de Barranquilla contribuye a la conservación del entorno medio ambiental; Metodología: La metodología es descriptiva, cuantitativa apoyada en la observación y en la aplicación directa de un instrumento verificador. Se justifica en la medida en que, por medio de la divulgación de este proyecto se conozca e implemente la energía solar de forma masiva, no sólo en la ciudad de Barranquilla, Colombia, si no también, en cualquier lugar del mundo donde el uso cotidiano de la energía haga parte de la estructura industrial y comercial, además del uso permanente en las actividades relacionadas con el bienestar de hogares y comunidades en general. Resultados: Los resultados demuestran que la energía solar no pone en riesgo la extinción de la fuente generadora, no aumenta el calentamiento global puesto que es muy baja la producción de gases de efecto invernadero, Conclusiones: por tanto, se concluye que los beneficios que recibe el entorno ambiental son relevantes y contribuyen directamente en su preservación y conservación.
Penerapan Strategi Social Media Marketing untuk Memperluas Pasar pada UMKM Martabak Bangka Jaya
Authors: Maryati Maryati , Hasan Golan
Published: January 2025

Proyek kerja ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan jangkauan pasar dan kesadaran merek UMKM Martabak Bangka Jaya melalui penerapan strategi pemasaran digital berbasis media sosial, khususnya Instagram. Berawal dari tantangan berupa kurangnya kehadiran digital dan persaingan yang ketat di sektor kuliner di Batam, proyek ini mencakup serangkaian langkah strategis seperti pembuatan akun Instagram, desain konten yang estetis dan menarik, penggunaan fitur-fitur promosi digital seperti Linktree, serta iklan berbayar untuk memperluas audiens. Hasil implementasi menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam jumlah pengikut di Instagram, dari 5 menjadi 116 dalam waktu satu bulan, serta peningkatan interaksi audiens melalui konten yang konsisten dan menarik. Strategi ini juga membantu memperkuat citra merek dan memberikan akses lebih mudah kepada konsumen melalui integrasi layanan daring. Namun, keberlanjutan strategi ini memerlukan pengelolaan media sosial yang lebih konsisten dan inovatif, termasuk evaluasi rutin menggunakan analitik media sosial untuk menyesuaikan pendekatan pemasaran dengan dinamika pasar. Proyek ini diharapkan dapat menjadi referensi bagi UMKM lain dalam mengoptimalkan pemasaran digital untuk meningkatkan daya saing di pasar lokal
Pendampingan Pendidikan Membaca bagi Anak Jalanan yang Rentan Putus Sekolah di Kota Sukabumi
Authors: Khairunnisa Iin , Supriatna Endang , Randini Fitri Dessri , Bahrudin Widiyanti
Published: January 2025

Permasalahan anak jalanan masih menjadi persoalan serius di Indonesia, salah satunya di Kota Sukabumi. Berdasarkan data terakhir dari Dataset terkait topik Sosial dihasilkan oleh DINSOS tahun 2022, anak terlantar yang ada di Kota Sukabumi sebanyak 207 orang. Pendidikan adalah salah satu hal yang sulit didapatkan oleh anak jalanan, ada banyak tantangan yang dihadapi oleh anak jalanan dalam mendapatkan pendidikan. antara lain kemiskinan atau ekonomi keluarga yang sulit. Pengabdian ini dilakukan melalui upaya pendampingan pendidikan bagi anak jalanan di Lapang Merdeka Sukabumi yang beralamat di Jalan Perintis Kemerdekaan (Jalan Veteran) Kota Suka Sukabumi, Jawa Barat. Pada kegiatan pengabdian ini, kami melakukan pendekatan program strategi Street Based. Sebelum melaksanakan pengabdian, dilakukan 3 tahapan yaitu, pemetaan masalah, survei lokasi dan mempersiapkan strategi, metode pembelajaran dan sarana prasarana yang dibutuhkan dalam pelaksanaan pendampingan pendidikan. Pendampingan pendidikan bagi anak jalanan terbukti memberikan manfaat dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup dan masa depan anak-anak jalanan. Efektivitas program pendampingan pendidikan bagi anak jalanan dapat dipengaruhi oleh berbagai faktor, seperti dukungan dari pemerintah, organisasi masyarakat, dan pihak terkait lainnya. Evaluasi terus-menerus diperlukan untuk memastikan keberlanjutan dan perbaikan program agar dapat memberikan manfaat yang optimal bagi anak jalanan.
FREQUENCY OF COMMON RISK FACTORS OF RECURRENT DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS AMONG CHILDREN
Authors: Lala Gul-e , Ullah Muhammad Imran , Munir Arshia , Khan Muhammad Aqeel , Gul Madiha , Noor Bilal
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE: To determine the frequency of common risk factors leading to recurrent diabetic ketoacidosis among children.
MATERIAL AND METHODS: This study was conducted at the department of pediatric medicine Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar from March 2017 to September 2018. In this study a total of 290 patients were observed. All patients were thoroughly checked for the presence of recurrent DKA. History of infections like RTI, diarrhea, UTI and typhoid in the last one week and information obtained about the timing, dose and frequency of insulin therapy. Sample of blood and urine sent to hospital laboratory for various risk factor identifications including typhidotIgM and IgG status, urine R/E and culture for confirmation of current infection. All the laboratory investigations were done from hospital laboratory under the supervision of an expert pathologist.
 RESULTS: The study showed that mean age was 9 years with standard deviation ± 4.761. Sixty five percent patients were male while 35% patients were female. UTI was the most common found risk factor constituting 48% of cases followed by typhoid detected in 38% children. Acute diarrhea was found in 35% children while RTI was found in 33% children and inadequate insulin was found in 24% children.
 CONCLUSION:  Infections are one of the leading causes for the exacerbation of recurrent diabetic ketoacidosis among children with urinary tract infection as the most common one
STATUS OF LIPID PARAMETERS IN ACUTE CORONARY VACULAR DISEASE PATIENTS WITH NO OTHER COMPLEMETNARY DISEASE
Authors: Asif Muhammad , Ullah Atif , Tabassum Seemi
Published: January 2025

Objective: To find out the status of lipid profile in acute coronary vascular disease (acute myocardial infarction) patients.
Material& Method: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study conducted at Pathology Department Bacha Khan Medical Complex Swabi. The duration of this was one year from February 2019 to January 2020. Total one hundred& twenty patients were enrolled for this study. Lipid profile (total cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL-C) were performed by auto-chemistry analyzer and the relevant data was entered in the predesigned Proforma.
Results: One hundred and twenty (120) patients were included in this study. The data was entered into the software SPSS-VERION 22 for statistical analysis. Descriptive statistic was used for age, gender and profession. Male were 63.3% and female were 36.6%. Age ranges from 26 to ? 70 with mean ± 12.3. Occupational wise 16.6% were jobless, 38.3% were government servant, 25% were business class and 20% were house wives. Fifty nine (49.1%) patients have raised total cholesterol level with a p-value < 0.001 and LDL-C was elevated in 60 (50) patients while HDL-C was decreased in 55(45.8%) patients with p-value >0.0.5
Conclusion: From the results it has been concluded that deranged lipid profile contributes to the major risk factors for acute myocardial ischemic/infarction attack
ANATOMIC AND MORPHOMETRIC VARIATIONS OF FORAMEN SPINOSUM IN ADULT HUMAN SKULL IN PESHWAR PAKISTAN AND ITS CLINICAL IMPORTANCE
Authors: Din Shahab-Ud , Shahzadi Shimee , Khan Jamshed , Junaid Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Aims and Objectives: The main aim of the current study is to evaluate various shapes of FS and differences in its number, size, and position related to the spine of sphenoid bone.
Materials and Methods: 46 adult macerated dried skulls were used in this study. All measurements were made with a digital Vernier calipers and a screw-adjusted compass. Using the formula “A = (x L x B) /4)” = 3.14, L = length, B = breadth of FS, the area was measured. For each measurement, the mean (SD) was determined. The data was analyzed, using SPSS version 20 and a P value of 0.05 was taken as statistically significant. The mean difference in foramen spinosum length (L) and breadth (B), between both sides was measured using an independent t-test.
Results: On the right side, mean antero-posterior (AP) diameter of FS was 3.52 ± 1.33 mm, on left it was 3.26 ± 1.26 mm. the mean TD of the right FS was 3.3 ± 1.19 mm, whereas on the left it was 2.96 ± 1.90 mm. No significant difference was observed, through independent t-test between the AP and TD Diameters on both sides of skull.
Conclusions: Various shapes of foramen spinosum were noted. In comparison to data from earlier research, the foramen spinosum mean diameter was larger. Therefore, for clinicians who work on the middle cranial fossa for various surgeries, it is essential to recognize different variations of the FS
FRIEND OR FOE? THE APPROACH TOWARDS COVID-19 VACCINE IN A DEVELOPING COUNTRY: A TERTIARY HEALTHCARE CASE STUDY
Authors: Asim Mohammad , Khan Shaila Wazir , Alam Sardar Muhammad , Alam Danish , Wahid Khatira , Wahid Fakhria
Published: January 2025

Objective: To investigate whether COVID-19 vaccine was treated any differently in a region with a high prevalence of hesitancy towards vaccination i.e. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan and vaccine coverage.
Methods: Questionnaires were filled by participants visiting an outpatient neurology clinic in a tertiary care hospital in Peshawar (North West General Hospital and Research Center (NWGH)). 
Results: Statistical analysis of the collected data revealed that only 31% of the study population was vaccinated. Unavailability of the vaccines and fear of side effects were reported as the key reasons by 0-19 and 40-49 age groups, respectively (p-value<0.00001).  Furthermore, side effects of vaccination were more prevalent in age group 30-29 as compared to older age groups (p-value<0.00001). The frequency of side effects was also significantly higher in individuals who had received 2 doses of vaccine. No significant relationship was established between a previous diagnosis of COVID-19 infection and vaccination status.
Conclusions: The fear of vaccination still remains in the KP province. Younger population remained unvaccinated due to lack of resources. Both age and number of doses played an important role in development of side effects from vaccination.
ROLE OF LAPROSCOPY IN DETECTING PELVIC CAUSES OF FEMALE SUBFERTILITY IN OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY UNIT PESHAWAR
Authors: Farhad Umaiyma , Akbar Saima , Sumayya  , Amina Noor Ul , Rehman Fatima , Gul Hemasa
Published: January 2025

Background: The cause of female subfertility is influenced by multiple factors, and its diagnosis requires an invasive treatment including laparoscopy.
Objective:  To ascertain the prevalence of various factors contributing to female subfertility by the utilisation of laparoscopy.
Material and methods: From July 31, 2021, to January 30, 2022, we carried out a cross-sectional research at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar. 185 females with subfertility, ages 18 to 40, participated in the research. To choose the participants, we employed the non-probability consecutive sampling approach. To investigate the causes of subfertility, each female participant had laparoscopic surgery.
Results: Our investigation included a cohort of 185 female participants, whose average age was 28.6±5.9 years. The mean duration of marriage was 8.12±1.3 years. The mean duration of subfertility was 4.74 ± 2.3 years. Primary subfertility was observed in 50.3% of females, while secondary subfertility was observed in 49.7% of females. Polycystic ovarian syndrome was the primary cause of subfertility, accounting for 21.1% of cases. This was followed by pelvic inflammatory disease (17.8%), tubal occlusion (14.6%), endometriotic deposits (13%), ovarian cysts (9.7%), peritubal and peri-ovarian adhesions (8.1%), and fibroids (6.5% of females). During laparoscopy, no identifiable cause may be detected in 9.2% of females.
Conclusion; laparoscopy is an invaluable diagnostic technique for people experiencing subfertility.
Dynamic Interactive Multimodal Speech (DIMS) Framework
Authors:   University of Benin, Nigeria, Ikhimwin Gladys Ameze
Published: January 2025

Articulation disorders significantly impact children's speech intelligibility, academic performance and social interactions. Traditional intervention methods primarily focus on isolated phonetic corrections, often neglecting the cognitive, sensory-motor, and social aspects of speech production. The Dynamic Interactive Multimodal Speech (DIMS) Framework presents a comprehensive psycholinguistic approach that integrates visual, auditory, and tactile-kinesthetic cues, alongside neural plasticity-based reinforcement and social-environmental integration to enhance articulation therapy.
This study explores the theoretical underpinnings of multimodal speech processing and presents a case study of a six-year-old child with articulation difficulties, demonstrating the effectiveness of the DIMS Framework over a 12-week intervention period. Findings indicate a 35% improvement in speech intelligibility, a 45% increase in phoneme accuracy, and enhanced speech motor coordination. Additionally, the study highlights the role of parental involvement, teacher-led reinforcement, and technology-assisted learning in promoting long-term retention and real-world application of articulation improvements.
Despite its advantages, challenges such as the need for trained therapists, standardization issues and resource limitations must be addressed. Future research should explore neural mechanisms, AI-driven speech tools and scalable intervention models to optimize multimodal speech therapy. The DIMS Framework provides a transformative, evidence-based approach for improving articulation disorders in children.
Так говорил учитель (к 100-летию со дня рождения Сергея Сергеевича Алексеева)
Authors: Самигуллин В.К.
Published: January 2025

Статья посвящена столетию выдающегося ученого-юриста, педагога высшей школы, крупного политического и государственного деятеля Сергея Сергеевича Алексеева (28.07.1924 – 12.05.2013), под непосредственным руководством которого автор статьи формировался как личность и профессионал в годы учебы (студент, аспирант) и работы в Свердловском юридическом институте (ныне – Уральский государственный юридический университет). В статье отражены основанные на личных ощущениях представления автора о том, какое влияние Сергей Сергеевич оказал на развитие студенческой юридической науки в Уральском образовательном учреждении высшего образования юридического профиля в 1969–1976 годы, а также о том, как личность Сергея Сергеевича Алексеева, его взгляды, поведение сказались на нравственности тех, кто состоял членом созданного им студенческого научного кружка – «Проблемы теории государства и права».

The article is dedicated to the centenary of the outstanding scientist-lawyer, teacher of higher education, a major political and statesman Sergei Sergeevich Alekseev (28.07.1924 – 12.05.2013), under whose direct supervision the author of the article was formed as a person and professional during the years of study (student, graduate student) and work at the Sverdlovsk Law Institute (now - Ural State Law University). The article reflects the author’s ideas based on personal feelings that what influence Sergey Sergeevich had on the development of student legal science in the Ural educational institution of higher education of a legal profile in 1969-1976, and also about how the personality of Sergei Sergeevich Alekseev, his views, behavior affected the morality of those who were members of the student scientific circle he created – «Problems of the theory of state and law».
Вина и риск как специфические условия наступления гражданско-правовой ответственности предпринимателя
Authors: Миннигулова А.Н. , Миннигулова Д.Б. , Калугина В.В.
Published: January 2025

Предпринимательская деятельность связана с рисками, в том числе с риском гражданско-правовой ответственности. В этой связи важное значение приобретают условия наступления и особенности гражданско-правовой ответственности предпринимателя. В статье предпринята попытка выделить такие особенности, а также определить ключевые условия наступления такой ответственности в контексте субъективной стороны деликта. Представлены научные концепции вины, безвиновной (эвентуальной) ответственности, сущности риска как условия наступления ответственности. Выделяются такие особенности гражданско-правовой ответственности предпринимателя, как субъективный состав, повышенный и часто эвентуальный характер ответственности; презумпция виновности предпринимателя связана с алеаторным характером его деятельности, и ее основанием выступает специальный деликт. Авторы считают необходимым определить понятие вины в гражданском законодательстве как психического отношения субъекта к своему деянию и его последствиям в статье 401 Гражданского кодекса Российской Федерации.

Entrepreneurial activity is associated with risks, including the risk of civil liability. In this regard, the conditions of occurrence and the specifics of the entrepreneur’s civil liability are becoming important. The article attempts to highlight such features, as well as to identify the key conditions for the occurrence of such liability in the context of the subjective side of the tort. The scientific concepts of guilt, innocent (eventual) responsibility, and the essence of risk as a condition for liability are presented. The author highlights such features of the entrepreneur’s civil liability as the subjective composition, the increased and often eventual nature of responsibility, the presumption of guilt of the entrepreneur is associated with the aleatory nature of his activity and its basis is a special tort. The authors consider it necessary to define the concept of guilt in civil legislation as the mental attitude of a subject to his act and its consequences in Article 401 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation.
Exploring Gastronomy Tourism: Opportunity in the State of Sikkim
Authors: Regmi Latika , Kumar K. N. Lokesh
Published: January 2025

Gastronomy tourism is an emerging trend that allows travellers to explore destinations through their culinary offerings, cultural practices, and traditional cuisines. Sikkim, known for its organic farming and ethnic diversity, offers a unique opportunity to promote gastronomy tourism. This article investigates the potential of Sikkim’s culinary legacy, which includes indigenous foods, drinks, and organic practices, as a significant tourism destination. It outlines significant prospects such as farm-to-table experiences, culinary festivals, and homestay food tourism, as well as difficulties such as infrastructure development and the need to improve skills in local culinary industries. The findings emphasise the need for clear communication and community engagement in improving the culinary tourist experience. Sikkim might establish itself as a premier destination in the global gourmet tourist sector.
A Study on Investment Avenues and Preferences in the Region of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Authors: Giri Anushka , Bhada Mohd. Bilal A.
Published: January 2025

The study explores investment preferences and influencing factors among individuals residing in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, a Union Territory (UT) of India. The research aims to bridge the knowledge gap regarding investor behaviour in UTs, which often differ from larger states, by surveying 142 respondents. The study investigates: Investor demographics, Investment awareness and practice, Investment preferences, and Factors influencing investment decisions. The findings reveal a mix of risk preferences amongst the respondents wherein a significant portion favours traditional, secure options like bank deposits and insurance. Many are interested in mutual funds and the stock market, indicating a willingness to embrace some risk for potentially higher returns. Gold and Post Office schemes also find favour, reflecting a conservative streak. Safety emerges as the most influential factor, followed by return on investment and risk tolerance. The study also finds that younger investors (21-30) are more likely to invest in the stock market and mutual funds compared to older age groups. This research provides valuable insights for: Policymakers so as to design targeted financial products and infrastructure to enhance UTs’ economic growth, financial institutions so that they can tailor their investment offerings and improve investor education in the region, and residents to make informed investment decisions aligned with their financial goals and risk tolerance.
The Corporation in the 21st Century
Authors: Krithika J
Published: January 2025

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SPECIFIC FEATURES OF BASALTS, ITS MELTING AND TEMPERING IN DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS
Authors: Sattorov Laziz Kholmurodovich , Kurbanov Abdiraxim Axmedovich , Nomozov Bakhtiyor Yuldashovich , Juraeva Huriyat Zoirovna
Published: January 2025

It is shown that a radical way to expand the possibility of obtaining metals from reserve, unused natural resources is one of the possible options for using local raw materials. This article presents the results of a scientific study devoted to the study of the specifics of the constituent elements contained.  The results of the preparation and implementation of floating basalt works at the Asmansay-1 deposit are presented. metal-containing basalt minerals deposit “Asmansay-The results of melting basalts, their tempering in various environments were analyzed in order to find out the choice of optimal parameters for melting basalts and similar ores.
Capitalism and the Future of Schizoids: A Brief Typology
Authors:   Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Rivas Virgilio
Published: January 2025

In late capitalism what could be a necessary polarization of libidinal investments for critically understanding social formations arguably no longer demarcates and/or differentiates, hence, depriving subjects of intuitive capacities, of the ‘joy of difference’. But what strikes us here is the junction between these capacities for composition starting with intuitive recomposition of pre-individuating intensities into inherent expressions of new images of thought that can counter-effectuate dogmatic images of thought (state-philosophy, for instance, but also dominant moral opinions) and the realm of the preconscious (that is, of class interests which precede individuations of subjects and their emergence into subject-groups); the junction being, as Deleuze and Guattari argue, the machinist processes upon which social formations are built as negotiated fields of libidinal investments. It is here that the proper goal of schizoanalysis is to map out the lines of flight where deterritorializations of flows tend to obscure the critical awareness of the social nature of desiring production.
Issues and Concerns of LGBTQ+ Community in the Context of the Academe: Bases for Policy Formulation in the University
Authors:   Bulacan State University, Dangangan Regina
Published: January 2025

The main objective of this research was to assess the issues and perceptions concerning the welfare of LGBTQ+ community at the Bulacan State University. Many studies had been done to address the problems among LGBTQ+ community, however, there are only a few studies who promoted policies and programs for the development of LGBTQ+ students. Meanwhile, the study is anchored in Self-Identity Theory which was based on groups being an important source of pride and self-esteem for individuals. Descriptive case study method was utilized in the study and interview was used as a technique in data gathering. In addition, there were six self-confessed LGBTQ+ students who served as participants in the study. The results revealed the LGBTQ+ students of Bulacan State University were experiencing discrimination and harassment from heterosexual students, staff, and administrators at the university. Also, it was found out that the university lacks programs, policies, and measures in catering the welfare of LGBTQ+ students. In conclusion, the university’s existing programs and policies about LGBTQ+ students should be revisited for the better understanding of the students, staff, administrators, and the university regarding the issues and concerns that LGBTQ+ students were facing.
Precolonial Traditions and Practices of the Agta in San Mariano, Isabela
Authors:   Isabela State University, Luna Gabriel
Published: January 2025

The study aimed to record the precolonial traditions and practices on the life cycle of the Agta in Sitio Diwagdan, San Jose, San Mariano, Isabela relative to conception, child birth, child rearing, courtship, marriage, and death and burial; also to document how the Agta observe their precolonial traditions and practices along the following dimensions of life: social organization, religious practice, economic, politics, and education. Based from the discussions made and findings of the study, it can be concluded that the Agta have rich precolonial traditions and practices on life cycle relative to conception, childbirth, child rearing, courtship, marriage, and death and burial. They have limited social environment; they are animistic and open to other religious sects; they depend on hand to mouth subsistence as they rely much on rattan resources in the forest as the major source of their livelihood; the Agta political system is limited to their tribe in which they do not involve themselves in politics at the barangay level; and education for the Agta children is the least priority of the Agta parents.
Is the ASEAN Ready for Economic Integration? The Evidence from Panel Data Regressions
Authors: Paraiso Melly , Pacheco Andrei Nicolai
Published: January 2025

Complementary to the commitment of building the ASeAN economic
Community (AeC) is the necessity to assess productivity and economic growth across the region. The prior experience of similar economic communities posit the importance of a strong production base in order to achieve a unified growth trend. in recent years, the general growth behavior of several ASeAN member states, taken individually, have been optimistic. in this paper, the paradigm for evaluating readiness towards economic integration used a Cobb-Douglas production function to identify key factors that may affect the sustainability of integration. The results of the panel data regression analysis reveal that both labor and capital are significant contributing factors to economic growth, taken individually among countries and collectively as a region. The evidence further indicates that the region is not yet ready for economic integration and that country-specific characteristics are apparent. This implies that in order to achieve a sustainable economic integration that benefits all ASEAN member states, further assessment and unification of economic policies within and among nations has to be made, especially those relating to the development of home-grown technologies and the establishment of a truly strong market and production base.
ANALYSIS OF HOSPITAL-ACQUIRED MRSA INFECTIONS IN PUS SAMPLES: A COMPREHENSIVE DISCUSSION
Authors: Farmanullah  , Abbas Waseem , Parveen Fizza , Zaman Haider , Shah Jamal , Rafiullah
Published: January 2025

Background: Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) represent a significant healthcare challenge globally, with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) being a leading cause of skin and soft tissue infections. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) poses an even greater threat due to its resistance to commonly used antibiotics. Understanding the prevalence and resistance patterns of MRSA is crucial to developing effective infection control strategies, especially in resource-limited settings like Peshawar, Pakistan.
Objective: To determine the frequency of hospital-acquired infections caused by S. aureus in skin abscesses and evaluate the antibiotic resistance patterns of MRSA in patients from District Peshawar.
Methods: A total of 525 pus samples were collected from patients with skin abscesses during hospital stays in Peshawar. Samples were processed in a microbiology laboratory using standard protocols, including Gram staining, colony morphology assessment, and biochemical tests to identify S. aureus. Methicillin resistance was confirmed using cefoxitin and oxacillin disc diffusion tests, and the presence of the mecA gene was validated through PCR. Antibiotic susceptibility testing was performed for 14 commonly prescribed antibiotics following Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guidelines. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 26.
Results: Out of 525 pus samples, 100 isolates were confirmed as MRSA. The prevalence of MRSA was higher in males (54%) than females (46%). The highest infection rate was observed in the 21–40 years age group (35%), followed by 1–20 years (27%), 41–60 years (25%), and above 60 years (11%). Resistance was highest to cefoxitin (100%), oxacillin (94%), ciprofloxacin (81%), and amoxicillin (79%). However, isolates showed high susceptibility to vancomycin (93%), linezolid (95%), and teicoplanin (90%).
Conclusion: The study highlights the alarming prevalence of MRSA in hospital-acquired skin abscesses in Peshawar, coupled with significant antibiotic resistance. Strengthened infection control measures, antibiotic stewardship programs, and ongoing surveillance are essential to curb the spread of resistant pathogens.
The Nature of 'Perception' in Wordsworth's Poetry
Authors: Suri Deeksha
Published: January 2025

During Eighteenth century Enlightenment, the terminology of perception and the discourse around it has been the central aspect of philosophy. The conceptual framework of the period can be divided into Critical Rationalism and Empiricism. Rationalists, such as Descartes, initiated a new stage in philosophical thought by establishing doubt within human mind as the sole agent of self-perception and understanding of the world. On the other hand, beginning from Locke, the empirical tradition focused on sensory perception as the basis of human knowledge. In An Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Locke describes ‘experience’ as key in the process of ‘sensation’ and ‘reflection.’ While sensation is responsible for the experience gained from external encounters, reflection is an internal process of reflecting on the data received through sensations. Thus, this single term ‘experience’ represents mind as the knower and the object of knowledge. The immediate object of perception is not then the physical object but rather the ideas germinating from experience. This paper is an attempt to analyze perception in Locke to further develop a discourse on the nature of perception in William Wordsworth. Wordsworth’s poetry highlights perception as a process of putting faith in nature and then moving towards self-understanding. But certain poetic moments hint at a probable absence of a logical bridge between sensation and perception, essentially required for reflecting on experience and the knowledge acquired. It thus impels the reader to revisit Locke and question the validity or the meaning of experience itself. Building on this idea, this paper analyzes the perception in Wordsworth as a move beyond Locke, as his poetry adds new dimensions to the process of perception, reflection as well as the curve from perception to reflection. The study will include a critical gaze on ‘Resolution and Independence’ and Book 1 and Book 2 of The Prelude by Wordsworth.
Revista española de Derecho Aeronáutico y Espacial. Nº3 diciembre de 2023
Authors: Española de Derecho Aeronáutico y Espacial Asociación
Published: January 2025

El Observatorio Jurídico Aeroespacial, creado el 30 de noviembre de 2020, surgió gracias a un acuerdo entre la Asociación Española de Derecho Aeronáutico y Espacial (AEDAE) y el Grupo de Investigación GIESA-BIOLAW, ahora conocido como G-BioDIn LAW, del Departamento de Derecho Administrativo de la Universidad Complutense de Madrid.

Su principal objetivo es el estudio y difusión del Derecho Aeronáutico, Espacial y disciplinas afines, lo cual se materializa a través de actividades académicas como congresos, jornadas, grupos de trabajo y publicaciones especializadas.

Entre sus publicaciones destacan los Boletines del Observatorio Jurídico Aeroespacial y la Revista Española de Derecho Aeronáutico y Espacial (R.E.D.A.E.), que aborda temas de interés y actualidad del sector aeroespacial a nivel nacional e internacional. La revista también incluye destacados trabajos académicos de Fin de Grado y Fin de Máster, fomentando el desarrollo y la continuidad en estas áreas del conocimiento.

La R.E.D.A.E., cuyo primer número fue publicado en septiembre de 2021, se distingue como la primera revista jurídica española dedicada exclusivamente al Derecho Aeronáutico y Espacial en toda su amplitud, consolidándose como un referente en el ámbito jurídico-académico.
QUALITY CHARACTERIZATION OF PHULALI CANAL WATER FOR IRRIGATION PURPOSES
Authors: Wattoo M.H. S. , Wattoo F. H. , Qazi T. G. , Tirmizi S. A. , Bhanger M. I. , Mahar R. B. , Iqbal J.
Published: January 2025

Impact of sewage and industrial effluents on the quality of Phulali canal water for agricultural purpose was monitoredwhile passing through Hyderabad city. Present study is made to monitor pollution parameters like pH, EC, COD, DO,BOD, Fecal coliforms, SAR and some essential elements. The results were then compared with irrigation waterstandards and national environmental quality standards (NEQs). The values of pH, EC, TDS, and fecal coliforms werefound higher with marginal to unsafe hazardous status. Calcium, magnesium and sodium were found higher thanpotassium and water is found to be poorly suitable for irrigation purposes in the long run.
KINETIC STUDY OF THE REDUCTION OF FERRIC- 1, 10-ORTHOPHENAN- THROLINE WITH URANIUM (IV) DCTA
Authors: Perveen R. , Naqvi I. I.
Published: January 2025

The kinetics and mechanism of the reduction of ferric 1,10 orthophenanthroline by uranium (IV) trans â€“ 1,2 â€“ cyclohexanediaminetetraacetate was investigated in aqueous hydrochloric acid at 300C, at ionic strength 0.01-mole dm-3and pH 3.5. Rate law for the formation of [Fe (opt)3 ]2+ was established through spectroscopic measurements at constant and varying pH by isolation method. Order of reaction with respect to each reactant ([U(IV) DCTA] and [Fe (opt)3]3+ was investigated by plotting a graph of ln Aâˆž-At vs time at different temperature ranges. Each reactant was found to follow first order. At pH 3.5 the over all order of reaction was found to be second, having the value of 0.73 M-1 s-1 and rate law is suggested to beï€¨ï€©ï›ïï€¨ï€©ï›ïï€¨ï€©ï›ï33123opt Fe DCTAH IVUKoptFedtdï€«ï€«ï€«ï€½. Different thermodynamic functions for the reaction were Ea = 35 ï‚± 0.6 kJ mol-1, ï„H# = 2.4 ï‚± 0.2 kJ mol-1 and ï„S# = -149 ï‚± 3 J mol-1k-1. Activation energy for the reaction was calculated with the help of A rhenius equation. Other activation parameters (Î”Sâ‰ , Î”Hâ‰ ) were determined from the slope and intercept of Eyring equation .At different pH values the rate law was observed as rate = K k1 ï›H+ïn ï›U (IV) DCTAï ï›Fe (opt)3ï+3, where K is equilibrium constant for the protonation reaction ï› U (IV) DCTAï + ï›H+ï = ï›U(IV) DCTA H+ï and k1 is the specific rate constant for the redox reaction ï› U (IV) DCTA H+ï + ï› Fe(opt)3ï+3ï‚® ï› U (V) DCTAï + ï›Fe (opt)3 ï2+.
SPECIFYING THE CONSPICUOUS FEATURES OF THE OZONE LAYER DEPLETION FOR PAKISTANâ€™S ATMOSPHERIC REGION
Authors: Yousuf Zai M.A. K. , Qaumar J. , Ansari M.R. K.
Published: January 2025

Events such as the huge industrial emissions of Chlorofluoro Carbons (CFCs) provide almost visible example of man-made atmospheric pollution and global unbalance of the natural ecology. Among other scientific and socio-economic fallouts from this, the phenomenon of ozone layer depletion (OLD) is particularly disturbing. It has already attracted wide attention throughout the globe by way of 1987 Montreal protocol. This paper looks into the effectiveness of autoregressive model and predicts the menacing influence of the OLD. As such, with reference to the data for stratospheric region of Pakistan, this communication presents the confidence interval for the population mean of OLD for a significant level of probability. Then it considers the estimation of autoregressive model of order one for forecasting time series on monthly basis from 1970 to 1994, by identifying a set of related predictors. Autoregressive technique produces fairly accurate results as compared to the least squared estimate. We also consider the issue of validating the model by displaying predicted and observed data, by residual analysis, and by autocorrelation functions.
RECOLLECTIONS FROM THE EARLY DAYS OF THE PAEC
Authors: Qureshi I. H.
Published: January 2025

A committee constituted in January 1955 to prepare R&D program for the utilization of nuclear energy, recommended the establishment of the Atomic Energy Commission, which was created on February 24th 1956. Dr. Nazir Ahmad, the first chairman, assumed the office on April 11th, 1956. The commission chalked out the plan of actions and recruited a few scientists and engineers who were sent abroad for training. In the meantime a small laboratory with limited facilities was set-up in Karachi. The actual implementation of the plans began soon after the appointment of Dr.Usmani as Chairman in March 1960. Recruitment and training of manpower gained momentum and two laboratories with good experimental facilities was set-up at Lahore and Dacca in 1961 and 1962 respectively. An Agriculture Research Centre at Tandojam and Nuclear Medical Centres at Karachi and Lahore was also set-up in early 1960's. A multi disciplinary, Pakistan Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology was established in 1965 and a research reactor was installed which achieved first criticality in December 1965. In early 1960's studies were undertaken to examine the technical and economic feasibility of establishing a nuclear power plant for the generation of electricity. The construction of Karachi Nuclear Power Plant started in the middle of 1967 and completed in early 1971. The first criticality of the reactor was achieved in August 1971 and the plant was formally commissioned in 1972. In the middle of 1970's, embargo on the supply of materials and nuclear equipment by developed countries affected the programs of PAEC. This difficulty was overcome by developing a certain level of self-reliance and self-sufficiency in certain areas. PAEC, ever since 1960's remained a dynamic organization and continued to make greater progress in the next decades.
DR. I.H. USMANI AND THE EARLY DAYS OF THE PAEC
Authors: Hasnain S. A.
Published: January 2025

Combining a scientific background with the power of a senior civil servant, Dr. I.H. Usmani laid a sound foundation of the atomic energy programme in Pakistan. First he developed top quality manpower. He recruited the best graduates of Pakistani universities, arranged their training at world famous universities and nuclear establishments. Next, he established the case for nuclear power. Feasibility studies concluded that electric power needs 40 years hence could not be met by conventional sources. Only nuclear power could fill the gap. International competition led to the Karachi Nuclear Power Project, which began producing electric power in1972. Meanwhile Atomic Energy Centres at Lahore and Dacca and PAECâ€Ÿs premier research establishment, PINSTECH, conducted manpower development and R&D on radiation applications. An architectural masterpiece, PINSTECH earned a reputation for its high quality research. Dr. Usmani motivated the PAEC officers as well as staff to produce their very best. In return, he rewarded them with generous service conditions. He demonstrated that the gap between science and technology could be bridged by versatile scientists who could quickly acquire new skills with the help of modern information facilities. Successful administrative reforms in PAEC were emulated by universities and science establishments in the country.
POTENTIAL BIOMONITORS FOR ATMOSPHERIC POLLUTION
Authors: Daud M. , Waheed S. , Siddique N. , Ahmad S. , Samad N. S.
Published: January 2025

Undesirable influence of air pollution on the human health and the ecosystem has led to an increased interest in toxic emissions monitoring programs. To fingerprint the countrywide and regional transboundary pollution profiles, extensive direct monitoring network is needed, which is very expensive and laborious. Plant leaves, mosses and epiphytic lichens are regarded as potential alternate tools for monitoring levels of atmospheric pollution. Mosses and epiphytic lichens, unlike higher plants have no roots and waxy cuticle nor stomata; hence for mineral nutrition they are largely dependent on wet or dry deposition from the atmosphere. This unique feature has been exploited to predict the pollution levels of the areas in which they are grown by analyzing the embodied toxic elements. Sampling of such naturally growing bioindicators is relatively easier and no sophisticated equipment are needed. The aim of this study was to obtain insight into the response of such plants, when exposed in the vicinity of highly polluted areas and subsequently to confirm the agreement between elemental levels in bioindicators and those measured in atmospheric deposition collected directly with air samplers. INAA and AAS techniques were employed for multielement analysis of exposed samples. Definite influence of pollution on the studied bioindicators was observed for some of the heavy metals like Cd, Cu, Pb and Zn. Results obtained in this work indicate the feasibility of using Broussonetia Papyrifera leaves and moss as bioindicators for environmental pollution monitoring. This pattern was also confirmed by analyzing the air particulate matters (APM) collected on filters using Gent air sampler.