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A Case Study on Management of Shwitra Through Ayurveda
Authors: Krishna  , Harish Kumar Singhal  , Dinesh Kumar Rai
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Melanocyte degeneration has a connection to vitiligo, an acquired macular depigmentation disorder. It is thought to be brought on by cells' autoimmune destruction of melanocytes. Frequently symmetrical, generalized vitiligo affects the hands, wrists, feet, knees, neck, as well as the skin around bodily orifices. According to Ayurveda all the skin diseases are categorized under the Kushtha Roga. In the classics Shwitra is mentioned under Kushtha Roga Chikitsa. Methodology: The 10-year-old male child, complaint of white discolored spots on his neck and left clavicle region; Shamana Chikitsa was used to cure the condition satisfactorily. Result: Patient showed encouraging result after Shamana Chikitsa, where subjective criteria evaluated using scoring method and objective criteria evaluated using VASI scoring method. Discussion: Patient was treated with Shamana Aushadhis, where white discolored patches turned to pinkish, and after that the patches turned into normal skin color. Subject was observed with 95% improvement in subjective criteria and VASI scoring improved from 0.25 to 0.10. Hence, the present case study highlights the importance of efficacy of Ayurvedic treatment in Shwitra, as mentioned in classics. Conclusion: Ayurvedic medicine's effectiveness in curing Shwitra was confirmed by the current case study.
A Classical Review on Metal Toxicity with special reference to Dhatu Varga
Authors: Sonbhoyar Devaki  , Dongre Sushma
Published: November 2024

A drug or formulation produces adverse events if it is not processed properly and used as per the classical guidelines. Aim and Objectives: In this review article, an attempt was made to throw some light on origins of those adverse drug reactions and various measures taken in literature. Material and Method: All the classical literature in Rasagrantha, Sangraha grantha, textbook of Ayurveda and Rasashastra regarding toxicity effect of Dhatu varga have been reviewed for this work. Observation and Result: For safe use of Dhatu Bhasma, various classical parameters at every stage of preparation and use have been stated. Starting from Grahyagrayatwa of raw metals, Samanya Shodhana of all Dhatus, toxic effect of improper processing of Dhatu Bhasma, and specific Puta for each Dhatu have been mentioned. Also, the Amruti Karana process, Samanya and Vishesh Bhasma Pariksha (parameters) have been exclusively done for the safety of Dhatu Bhasma. In order to reduce the residual toxic effect of Bhasma specific Anupana for specific Bhasma along with Pathyapathya have been detailed by ancient seers. Apart from that in case if any untoward effect has been found then the remedial therapies have been specified. Conclusion: Rasaushadhi can cause adverse effect if not prepared as per the classical guidelines. Hence there needs to follow classical guidelines at each and every step of Bhasma preparation scrupulously to get standard quality of Bhasma.
An Observational Study to Analyse the Stanya of Different Prakriti Females by Using Analyzer
Authors: Bhawana  , Sharad Karande  , Priyanka Wadhwa  , Anurag Varshney  , Shaveta Sawhney
Published: November 2024

The functioning of Doshas commences at the very onset of life, specifically at the moment of conception. The balance of these three Doshas, integral to one's Prakriti, has the potential to interfere with the typical physiological processes in humans. Doshas and Dhatus exhibit a relationship characterized by Ashrya-Ashrayee Bhava. Each Dhatu is also associated with an Updhatu. Stanya and Raja are recognized as Updhatus of Rasa Dhatu. Since Stanya is an Updhatu of Rasa Dhatu, the factors that promote the formation of Rasa Dhatu will similarly enhance the development of Stanya Updhatu, and conversely. The determination of an individual's Prakriti is based on the predominance of Doshas. Consequently, the current research seeks to establish a connection between Daihik Prakriti and the components of Stanya. Methods: This observational study done for biochemical analysis of Stanya and its correlation with Daihik Prakriti.. For this, 50 healthy lactating mothers were selected as subjects and their Prakriti were determined by using standard CCRAS performa. Breast milk were assessed for the different constituents in research laboratory and were compared later with Prakriti. Every sample of Stanya was examined by Jala Pariksha. Results: The result obtained shows that there is no significant correlation between Prakriti and fat, protein, SNF, lactose % levels, significant positive correlation between density and water % level with Prakriti, significant positive correlation was found on Jal Pariksha between color and appearance with different Prakriti and negative significant correlation between consistency and dissolution in water with Prakriti. Conclusion: The results of biochemical analysis of milk for the attributes like density, Consistency, water percentage, color and Jal Pariksha have been in consistency with the properties mentioned by our Acharyas w.s.r to Vata, Pitta and Kapha Pradhan dosha thus inferring that the Prakriti has direct impact on the properties of Stanya.
Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa- A Preventive Strategy to Deal Maternal Stress
Authors: Viva Myalil Vasu  , Leena Parameswaran Nair  , Haritha Chandran  , Meera Esanamangalam
Published: November 2024

Maternal stress is a potential risk factor for the onset of neurodevelopmental disorders. These days, prenatal check-ups just look at women's physical health concerns. It is crucial to remember that a variety of stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms, such as a strained relationship with one's spouse, can also have an impact on fetal development, in addition to diagnosable illnesses. It is very well highlighted in Ayurveda with the concept of Satva Vaisheshyakara Bhaavas, which says that, the psychological makeup of the offspring is influenced by various factors, such as the mother's mental health and what she hears, while she is pregnant. Through Mantra, Mani, Mangala, Bali, Homa, Upavasa and other healing techniques, Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa is an Ayurvedic therapy method, that promotes spiritual health and helps manage mental stress by dispelling negativity and fear and replacing it with a sense of optimism and control. Additionally, this Chikitsa has several logical traits that are consistent with the Theory of Cognitive Adaptation, which holds that, people create positive delusions as a defensive mechanism to shield their mental health from outside threats. With a scientific justification, this article seeks to highlight the potential advantages of Daivavyapashraya Chikitsa in lowering maternal stress.
Evaluating the Swedana Method for Purifying Shankha : A Scientific Approach
Authors: Kamakshi Joshi  , Sanjeev Kumar
Published: November 2024

Shodhana is the process of conversion of poisonous drugs into non-poisonous form, thereby making them suitable for internal administration to obtain the desired therapeutic benefits. Shankha is one of the rich sources of calcium of animal origin i.e., from the shell of marine creature called Turbinella pyrum, Xanthus pyrum which are generally found in the shallow ocean coast along with the several weeds and other minerals which makes it unsuitable for direct internal administration. Hence, the intermediate process i.e., Shodhana is required. There are different methods of Shodhana like Swedana (boiling), Kshalana (washing), Bharjana (frying), Nirvapana (quenching in liquid media). This paper explores the one of the methods of Shankha Shodhana which is Swedana (boiling) of Ashuddha Shankha in lemon juice for 12 hours and different physical changes that occurred in Shankha after Shodhana viz. change in the weight, colour, hardness, texture of Shankha.
Role of Katankateriyadi Kwatha in the Management of Madhumeha (Diabetes Mellitus Type II)
Authors: Vd. Santosh I. Swami  , Vd. Ram B. Muddalkar
Published: November 2024

High blood sugar levels are a hallmark of a verity of metabolic disease together referred to as Diabetes mellitus (DM). It is divided into two categories: (type 1 DM) and (type 2 DM). Type 1 diabetes results from a complete or nearly complete lack of insulin, while type 2 diabetes includes various disorders marked by differing levels of insulin resistance, impaired insulin secretion, and increased glucose production. This report presents a case of a newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes patient who received three follow-ups with Katankateriyadi Kwatha over three months (90 days). Following treatment, there were reductions in the patient's fasting blood glucose, post-prandial blood glucose levels and HbA1c levels. Further-more, no adverse effects were observed. The finding in this clinical study are encouraging and provide evidence supporting the effectiveness of Katankateriyad Kwatha in reducing type 2 diabetes mellitus in a patient.
Physicochemical Analysis and Phytochemical Evaluation of Gokshuradi Churna and its Hydro-Alcoholic Extract
Authors: Somveer Singh  , Usha Sharma  , Manish Purushottam Deshmukh  , Shuchi Mitra  , Khem Chand Sharma
Published: November 2024

Drug is an essential tool of a physician included in Chatushpada. Many single as well as compound drugs are mentioned in classics in different contexts for internal as well as external use. It is always the cumulative impact of all the ingredients in the solution that plays a critical role in therapeutics, rather than the action of the individual medication. Synergistic action, combined action and toxicity neutralizing action and basic purpose are envisaged to serve drug combinations. One such important formulation prescribed in the Ashtanga Haridya Uttartantra is Gokshuradi Churna provides specifics of the drugs Gokshuradi Churna which was chosen for study. Acharya Vaghbhatta in Uttartantra listed numerous drugs that are useful in the treatment of Alpa, Dushta Retas that specifically influence the properties of Shukrajanana (spermatogenesis) and Shukra Shodhana. This formulation consists of five ingredients i.e., Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris Linn), Ikshura (Asteracantha longifolia Nees), Mash (Phaseolus mungo Linn), Atmagupta seeds (Mucuna prurita Hook) & Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus Wild). Many formulations are available in various texts under the same name Gokshuradi Churna with different ingredients and different Rogadhikara. Keeping this aim into consideration, the present study was designed to scientific evaluation of Gokshuradi Churna and its hydroalcoholic extract on different analytical and phytochemical parameters. The study includes macro and microscopic characters, powder microscopic characteristics, heavy metals analysis and High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography fingerprints (HPTLC). The information generated by this particulars study provides relevant pharmacognostical and physicochemical data needed for proper identification and authentication of Gokshuradi Churna and its hydroalacoholic extract.
A Case Report on Management of Amavata w.s.r Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Kaur Daljit  , Kumar Parveen
Published: November 2024

Amavata is a term from Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine from India. It describes a condition that resembles rheumatoid arthritis, where a person experiences joint pain, swelling and stiffness. The word Amavata comes from two words: “Ama” which means toxins and “Vata’’ which refers to one of the body’s fundamental energies, often associated with movements and wind. Early diagnosis and management of the disease is the only way to reduce the chances of deformities and morbidity caused by the disease. In Ayurveda a number of treatment modalities have been mentioned to treat Amavata. Panchkarma is very important and one of the eminent treatments explained in classical text. Current case study was done on female patient of 45 year with complaints of pain and inflammation in multiple joints (bilateral ankle joints, wrist joints). She was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis 6 year ago. In this case study patient was given Shodhana therapy with Erandmooladi Niruha Basti and Prasarini Taila Anuvasana Basti along with Shamana Chikitsa (Bhasma Vati). The patient got marked relief from this treatment.
Challenges and Opportunities in Cross-Border E-Commerce Logistics: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors:   Van Hien University, Phuong Nguyen Duy , Huy Pham Dinh ,   Lotus Joint Venture Company
Published: November 2024

Cross-border e-commerce has experienced exponential growth, driven by globalization and advancements in digital technologies. However, logistics remains a critical determinant of success, presenting both significant challenges and promising opportunities. This systematic literature review synthesizes existing research on the logistical intricacies of cross-border e-commerce, identifying key barriers and potential avenues for improvement. Utilizing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) framework, relevant studies were meticulously selected from Scopus-indexed journals published between 2015 and 2024. The findings reveal challenges such as regulatory compliance, last-mile delivery complexities, high operational costs, technology integration issues, and risk management difficulties. Conversely, opportunities lie in technological innovations like blockchain and artificial intelligence, strategic partnerships, sustainable practices, enhanced customer experience strategies, and policy advocacy. This review provides valuable insights for academics and practitioners seeking to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of cross-border e-commerce logistics. It highlights areas requiring further research and offers practical recommendations to address existing challenges, thereby facilitating smoother international transactions and fostering global trade growth.
Structural Assessment Material and Fire Induced Strength Degradation Material of Multistory Building
Authors: Mahendra Kumar  , Archana Bohra Gupta
Published: November 2024

This paper presents a detailed case study of a multistory building near Bombay Motors in Jodhpur that suffered severe fire damage, with temperatures reaching up to 900°C. The fire brigade arrived 30 minutes after the incident. Under the guidance of MBM University, research scholars conducted site investigations to analyze the impact of the fire on the building's materials, particularly concrete and reinforcement. The study reveals how the fire weakened these materials, leading to a significant reduction in the building's strength, especially in the columns. Notably, Floor 4 retained more strength than Floor 3, with strength differences ranging from +26.67% in one column to -20% in another. This highlights the variation in damage, indicating that while some columns on Floor 4 remained stronger, others experienced considerable strength loss. The findings emphasize the vulnerabilities exposed by fire and suggest ways to enhance building resilience. The research advocates for updates to building codes to incorporate better fire safety measures and provides valuable insights for improving firefighting and evacuation plans during emergencies. While the study is focused on this particular building, its results can also inform urban planning and fire risk management in other high-risk areas. By identifying weaknesses in design and materials, the study offers guidance for architects, engineers, and policymakers. Overall, the case study contributes to the goal of creating safer, stronger buildings in similar environments, promoting better construction practices and fostering safer cities. Additionally, the evaluation of residual strength was conducted using ISO 834 and Euro Code standards, and simulations performed through Abaqus software yielded results closely aligned with experimental techniques.
Перспективы автоматизации систем управления в агропромышленном комплексе России
Authors: А.А. Широбокова , Д.А. Мохаммад , С.Г. Руднев
Published: November 2024

Статья анализирует развитие сельского хозяйства под влиянием глобальной цифровизации отраслей человеческой деятельности с большим уклоном в сторону автоматизации систем управления. Проанализирован нынешний уровень развития автоматизации агропромышленного комплекса Российский Федерации с указанием статистики по каждому пункту. Приведен список актуальных проектов, программ или конкурсов, связанных с сельским хозяйством. Представлены перспективные тенденции развития автоматизации систем управления в сельском хозяйстве. Выделен ряд негативных аспектов внедрения автоматизированных систем управления в агропромышленный комплекс, дан ряд рекомендаций по совершенствованию внедрения анализируемых технологий.

The article analyzes the modern development of the rural economy under the influence of global digitalization of all industries, with large deviations towards automation of control systems. The current level of development of automation of the agro-industrial complex of the Russian Federation is analyzed with a description of statistics for each item. A list of current projects, programs or competitions related to the analyzed agricultural processes is provided, with statistical data. Promising trends in the development of automation control systems in agriculture are presented, based on these aspects. A number of negative aspects of ensuring the safety of transport control systems in the agro-industrial complex are identified and analyzed. A number of recommendations for improving the quality of the analyzed technologies in the agro-industrial complex are highlighted.
Роль этики основателя в формировании корпоративной культуры и эффективной команды
Authors: Е.В. Машкова
Published: November 2024

Статья посвящена анализу роли основателя в создании корпоративной культуры и построении эффективной команды через призму его этических норм и ценностей. На основе реальных примеров показывается, как отсутствие этического подхода приводит к кризисам и подрыву репутации, выделяются случаи кумовства, коррупции и злоупотребления ресурсами. Обосновывается необходимость недопущения предпринимателями этических нарушений, что неизбежно сказывается на эффективности их команд и устойчивости бизнеса. Представленные методы и рекомендации ориентированы на опытных и начинающих предпринимателей, предоставляя им практические инструменты для формирования команд, члены которых разделяют цели и ценности основателя.

The article focuses on analyzing the founder’s role in establishing corporate culture and building an effective team through the lens of their ethical norms and values. Using real-life examples, the author demonstrates how the absence of an ethical approach can lead to crises and reputation damage, highlighting cases of nepotism, corruption, and resource misuse. The study aims to substantiate and convey to entrepreneurs the importance of avoiding ethical violations, which inevitably impact team effectiveness and business sustainability. The proposed methods are designed for both experienced and novice entrepreneurs, providing them with practical tools to build teams whose members share the founder’s goals and values.
Взаимодействие предпринимательского сектора с финансово-кредитными организациями в новых экономических условиях
Authors: С.В. Бойко
Published: November 2024

В статье рассматриваются проблемы, с которыми сталкиваются финансовый и предпринимательский секторы, а также предлагаются рекомендации по улучшению их взаимодействия для содействия экономическому развитию. Продемонстрирована особенность влияния санкций и цифровизации на предпринимательскую деятельность, а именно какие угрозы и возможности они открывают. Изложена специфика моделирования взаимодействия предпринимательского сектора с финансово-кредитными организациями, что включает в себя диверсификацию финансовых инструментов, стимулирование инноваций, поддержку малых и средних предприятий, регулирование и нормативы, развитие технологий.

This article deals with problems faced by the financial and business sectors, as well as recommendations on improvement of their interaction to promote economic development are offered. It demonstrates the specifics of the impact of sanctions and digitalization on the entrepreneurial activity, namely, what threats and opportunities they open up. The specifics of modeling the interaction of the business sector with financial and credit organizations, which includes: diversification of financial instruments, stimulation of innovations, support for small and medium-sized enterprises, regulation and norms, technology development.
Entrepreneurial Challenges and Opportunities for Generation Z: A Qualitative Analysis
Authors: Susanto Mashita Firdaus , Widiasih Puti Archianti
Published: November 2024

Entrepreneurial activities are one of the important pillars of economic development efforts. the characteristics of Generation Z in Indonesia require a life balance between the work environment and their social or personal life. This research aims to find out the dynamics of entrepreneurial interest in Generation Z which will be reviewed in depth by researchers. The research method used is qualitative. The subjects of this research are entrepreneurs from Generation Z. The data were collected online using the online data collection technique. Data collection was conducted online using online data collection techniques. Data collection was conducted online using in-depth interview techniques. The data analysis process in this study went through four stages, data collection, data reduction, data display, and data verification. The results of this study show that the dynamics of entrepreneurship that occur in Generation Z are found in educational background, experience, desire to have an impact on others, self-confidence, utilization of technology, and support from the surrounding environment to develop an interest in entrepreneurship until finally deciding to carry out entrepreneurial activities. This research is expected to provide new knowledge about the dynamics of entrepreneurial interest in Generation Z and is expected to increase entrepreneurial interest in Generation Z today.
The Impact of Sustainability Reporting Disclosure and Intellectual Capital on Financial Performance with Efficiency as a Moderating Variable: An Empirical Study of Indonesian Banks (2019-2021) after COVID – 19
Authors: . Yulianingtias , Utami Wiwik
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the impact of sustainability reporting disclosures and intellectual capital on the financial performance of banking companies, with efficiency (BOPO) as a moderating variable. The research focuses on 41 banking firms listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2019 and 2021. Using purposive sampling, 16 companies were selected based on specific criteria. Data were analyzed through descriptive statistics, multiple linear regression, and moderating regression analysis (MRA) using IBM SPSS Statistics 25. The findings reveal that: (1) sustainability reporting disclosure does not significantly affect financial performance; (2) intellectual capital has a positive and significant effect on financial performance; (3) BOPO weakens the influence of sustainability reporting disclosures on financial performance; and (4) BOPO also weakens the relationship between intellectual capital and financial performance.
Financial Deepening and Economic Growth in Nigeria (1986 – 2022)
Authors: Okete Faith , Camillus, PhD, LLB Okuma N.
Published: November 2024

This paper examined the financial deepening on economic growth in Nigeria. Adopting the supply-leading hypothesis using variables such as money supply, credit to private sector, inflation rate, market capitalization and prime lending rate as proxies for financial deepening and real gross domestic product growth rate for economic growth, we found that credit to private sector and market capitalization promote economic growth in Nigeria while money supply, inflation rate and prime lending rate did not within the period studied (1986-2022). Expanding the financial sector allows financial intermediaries to carry out functionalities of deploying, aggregating and directing a country’s savings into an investment which contributes to domestic progression. Data was obtained from CBN bulletin different issues and analyzed using Autoregressive Distributed Lag. From the result of analysis, we found out that long run relationship existed but no regressor was found to be significant. Credit to the private sector and market capitalization to RGDP had positive relations with economic growth, whereas money supply, inflation rate and prime lending rate to GDP had positive relations with economic growth rate. Government policy should therefore be geared towards strategically increasing money supply and promoting efficient capital market that will enhance overall economic efficiency, create and expand liquidity, mobilize savings, enhance capital accumulation, transfer resources from traditional sectors to growth inducing sectors (such as manufacturing and industry, agriculture and the services sectors) and also promote competent entrepreneurial response in various sectors of the economy. Policies favoring credit lending to the private sector should be encouraged by stakeholders in the economy, for instance, higher savings interest rates would encourage more savings. Raising the interest provided to depositors on their savings will serve as a perk to attract customers to save more money with commercial banks, savings and borrowing for investments will be encouraged as a result.
Tourism Destination Management of Palawan Vis-à-vis the National Tourism Development Plan 2016-2022: Basis for Enhancement
Authors: Dacquel Marie Ionna Angelie P. , Abellana Ephraimuel Jose , Diño Michael Joseph S.
Published: November 2024

Palawan, a destination at its “development stage,” requires a well-designed, long-term management plan that balances the interests of local businesses, residents, and tourists. This study examined how Palawan’s tourism management aligns with the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) 2016-2022, setting the groundwork for enhancement programs. The research employed a convergent parallel mixed-method design, involving 60 participants for quantitative and qualitative analysis selected via purposive sampling from Puerto Princesa City, El Nido, Coron, Culion, and San Vicente. Data collection included a descriptive checklist for objective data and the Peer-Aide Memoire for qualitative insights, with triangulation used to corroborate findings through descriptive-narrative evaluations.

Quantitative results indicated alignment with the NTDP’s strategic directions and programs, improving competitiveness, growth, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Qualitative findings revealed themes such as challenges, risk mitigation, and proposed assistance. The study recommended several measures: appointing an expert group to oversee NTDP alignment, forming local technical working groups for continuous monitoring, and including tourism specialists for planning. Developing a clear brand statement to communicate the destination’s vision and engaging visitors to promote geographic dispersal are essential. Implementing emergency response strategies and upholding environmental standards will protect infrastructure and the environment. Utilizing the European Tourism Indicators Systems (ETIS) will help maintain a sustainable image and track economic significance. Risk management tools should be employed to reduce future risks and improve outcomes. Strategic partnerships should prioritize environmental and health policies, prepare recovery plans, stimulate investment, and support the low-carbon transition. Developing and rehabilitating ports will enhance trade and establish Palawan as a top cruise destination. Evaluations involving all stakeholders should maximize the value of natural and cultural heritage through appropriate pricing models and repositioning. Addressing climate change impacts is crucial by integrating adaptation and mitigation strategies into management plans, promoting eco-friendly infrastructure and practices, and developing policies to protect vulnerable ecosystems.

Finally, adopting the Proposed CRA-8P Integrated Framework will ensure alignment with the NTDP.
The Impact of Drug Abuse on Adolescents, A Case of Nyabira, Zvimba West.
Authors: Mambure Douglas , Mutamburi Melody
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this research was to explore the effects of substance/drug use or abuse by adolescents at Nyabira high density suburb. Residents are left gaping at the amount of maladaptive behaviour by adolescents as some of them finally engage in stealing and even take to streets within the suburb anticipating to live through begging and handouts, from well-wishers. The main objective was to establish the most abused drugs/substance and the study was meant to benefit parents and drug abusers to a larger extent. The related relevant literature was obtained from journals, textbooks and interactions as well as articles from various researchers. The gap was to identify the environmental factors which influenced adolescents to engage in drug abuse especially from Nyabira. The population from which the sample was drawn consisted of adolescents, police officers and psychologists. A qualitative research approach was utilised with an interview guide and observation as data collection instruments. Judgemental sampling technique was applied because of the scarcity of qualified psychologists. The research results were that adolescents were engaging in drug abuse and the conclusions arrived at that depression, hallucinations, suicidal tendencies and addiction are some of the effects of drug abuse. The researcher recommended that government make advocacy campaigns and apply stringent rules to deal with drug abuse. Further research was on the application of the quantitative approach to enable the generalisation of the results across all the adolescents.
The Influence of Job Placement and Human Relations with Age as a Moderating Variable on Employee Performance of PT. KSA
Authors: Guviyun Mavirly , Laura Netty , Silvanita Ktut
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this research is to examine the impact of employment, human relations, and age on employee performance. The population for this study consists of employees at PT. KSA, and a probabilistic sampling technique (simple random sampling) was employed, resulting in a sample size of 55 individuals. The data analysis utilized multiple linear regression.

The findings reveal the significance values of the influences of employment, human relations, and age on employee performance, which are 0.003, 0.006, 0.059, 0.277, and 0.862, respectively. The significance values for employment and human relations are less than 0.05, indicating a statistically significant impact on employee performance. In contrast, age, as a moderating variable, along with employment and human relations moderated by age, show significance values greater than 0.05.

These results suggest that while recruitment and human relations significantly influence employee performance, age does not moderate the effects of employment and human relations. This is further evidenced by the age-adjusted significance values for employment and human relations, which are 0.277 and 0.862, respectively. Both values exceed 0.05, with regression coefficients of -0.048 and -0.010, respectively. Thus, we conclude that age does not have a significant effect and may even diminish the influence of employment and human relations on the performance of PT. KSA employees.
Structural Model and Characteristics of a Nanopiezoactuator for Nanoresearch
Authors: Afonin S. M.
Published: November 2024

The structural model, static and dynamic characteristics of a nanopiezoactuator for nanoresearch are received from the piezoelasticity equation and the differential equation of a nanopiezoactuator. A nanopiezoactuator is a piezomechanical device for converting electrical energy into mechanical energy and for actuating mechanisms, systems in nanodisplacement diapason or controlling them by inverse piezoeffect. In the work uses method of applied mathematical physics. A nanopiezoactuator for alignment and positioning with a nanometric error, compensation of temperature and gravitational deformations, spatial movement in nanoresearch, nanotechnology, microelectronics, nanobiotechnology, scanning  microscopy, astronomy, adaptive optics, large compound telescope, deformation mirror of telescope, mechatronics and robotics, medical equipment for microsurgical eyesoperations. The schemes, functions and characteristics a nanopiezoactuator are obtained from its structural model by method of applied mathematical physics. The structural model of the transverse piezoactuator is obtained for the voltage control. The characteristics of the transverse piezoactuator are received. Piezoceramic from PbZr1-xTixO3 (PZT) lead zirconate titanate is widely used in a nanopiezoactuators for its reliability, high accuracy, simple control. The characteristics of the PZT transverse actuator are determined.
 
Received: 16 August 2024 | Revised: 4 November 2024 | Accepted: 22 November 2024
 
Conflicts of Interest
The author declares that he has no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
 
Author Contribution Statement
S. M. Afonin: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Resources, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration.
The association between TNF-receptors (TNFR1 and TNFR2) and mortality as well as kidney function decline in patients with chronic kidney disease
Authors: Wändell Per , Feldreich Tobias , Larsson Anders , Kalra Philip A. , Ärnlöv Johan , Ruge Toralph , Carlsson Axel C.
Published: November 2024

Background: Higher circulating levels of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) alpha receptors 1 (TNFR1) and 2 (TNFR2) are associated with increased long-term mortality and impaired kidney function.
Aim: To study associations between levels of TNFR1 and TNFR2 and all-cause mortality as well as estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) decline.
Population and methods: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3–5 in the Salford Kidney Study were included. Associations between one standard deviation increase in plasma TNFR1 and TNFR2 and mortality were estimated by Cox regression models with hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals adjusted for age, sex, eGFR based on creatinine and cystatin C, urine-protein, C-reactive protin, cardiovascular comorbidity, smoking habits, and diabetes. Differences in eGFR decline in relation to plasma TNFR1 and TNFR2 were estimated by both linear and logistic regression models, with regression coefficients and odds ratios (ORs).
Results: Univariate models showed significant associations between TNFR1 (n = 985) and TNFR2 (n = 988) and all-cause mortality based on 7424 person-years at risk, but in the fully adjusted models with continuous variables significant only for TNFR2 HR 1.17 (1.03–1.34), but with a borderline value for TNFR1 HR 1.15 (1.00–1.31). For rapid decliners, that is, eGFR decline in highest TNFR-receptor quartile versus quartiles 1–3, the decline was 1.60% per month (interval 0.78–10.99). For eGFR decline in continuous models, the fully adjusted ORs were for TNFR1 1.29 (0.92–1.81) and for TNFR2 1.33 (0.90–1.98).
Conclusions: TNFR2 was associated with mortality, but TNFR1 was not, although showing a borderline value. Neither TNFR1 nor TNFR2 predicted decline in kidney function. TNFR1 and TNFR2 portray interesting aspects in patients with CKD, but the clinical utility seems limited.
A Study on Market Volatility of Selected Blue-Chip Companies in India
Authors: Dr. Deepak Kumar D  , Mr. Kiran S  , Rahul Kumar M
Published: November 2024

This research investigates stock price volatility among India's top five Elite companies—Infosys, Wipro, Reliance Industries, Hero MotoCorp, and TCS—focusing on factors influencing price changes. Analyzing metrics such as EPS, market capitalization, dividends, ROI, and cash flows from 2019 to 2024, the study identifies trends in financial health and stability. The companies demonstrate growth in earnings, market cap, and dividends, showing resilience and strong investor confidence. The findings underscore the importance of ongoing financial assessment and market awareness for informed investment strategies
QUEM SÃO AS MULHERES NAS PESQUISAS GEOGRÁFICAS?: FEMINIZANDO A GEOGRAFIA
Authors: Pequeno Victor
Published: November 2024

O presente texto contempla os debates das Geografias Feministas e Geografia Queer na academia brasileira. Nosso objetivo consistiu em identificar as temáticas e/ou fenômenos geográficos que foram investigados nos trabalhos de teses e/ou dissertações num período entre 2019-2021, que elegeram como grupo focal as mulheres. Trata-se de um estudo exploratório, em que utilizamos como metodologia a pesquisa bibliográfica e/ou documental. A partir da coleta de dados, observou-se que as autoras/es dos respectivos trabalhos colocaram em prática estudos interseccionais, pronunciando também suas subjetivações intermediadas pela relação pesquisad@r-objeto.
AGRICULTURA URBANA E ESTÉTICA AMBIENTAL: UM MAPEAMENTO DE AUTORES INSPIRADO POR J. DOUGLAS PORTEOUS.
Authors: Rochael Oliveira Claudia , Souza Mendonça Eneida Maria
Published: November 2024

Na obra Environmental Aesthetic: ideas, politics and planning de Porteous há um apelo à transformação da sociedade e à restauração de uma ordem ecologicamente sólida através da apreciação estética, especialmente, nas cidades. O explícito diálogo entre a obra e as reivindicações de muitos pesquisadores em agricultura urbana motivou a elaboração deste artigo. O objetivo é realizar um mapeamento de autores que discutem a estética ambiental na formulação de suas pesquisas em agricultura urbana. A metodologia consiste em um levantamento bibliográfico e a criação de representações visuais, na forma de tabelas, para descrevê-lo. Não foram encontradas publicações que intersectem os temas compostos agricultura urbana e estética ambiental. O interesse dos autores em agricultura urbana e paisagem é notoriamente maior do que em agricultura urbana e estética, mesmo sendo estudos contemporâneos. Os estudos que se aprofundam na discussão da aplicação da teoria estética na agricultura urbana são bastante reduzidos em número e inexistentes quando consideramos um contexto que envolve maior tecnologia, como nas fazendas verticais.
The role of prosodic phrasing in silent reading
Authors: Murakami Risa , Yano Masataka
Published: November 2024

Prosodic phrasing plays a crucial role in sentence comprehension because it helps listeners resolve structural ambiguities. However, explicit prosody is not available in reading. According to the Implicit Prosody Hypothesis, readers are assumed to assign default prosody to sentences, which then guides parsing decisions (Fodor, 2002a, 2002b). This study tested this hypothesis by manipulating the lexical accent of phrases, which affects the prosodic phrasing of sentences in Japanese. The results of a self-paced silent reading experiment showed faster reading times for the structure that matched the prosodic phrasing than the structure that did not. This finding suggests that readers implicitly represent a prosodic structure that plays a functional role in syntactic processing.
Structural Priming and the Placement of Focus-Sensitive Particles
Authors: Reimer Laura , Braun Bettina , Dimroth Christine
Published: November 2024

The German focus-sensitive particle auch (‘too’) can associate with different constituents (ACs) in an utterance. In terms of position, it can precede or follow its AC. There is a strong preference for using preceding auch when the AC is the object. In three sentence fragment arrangement tasks, we investigated whether speakers are structurally primed by the context. To that end, we used context sentences as part of short dialogues with different particles: nur (‘only’), kein(e)(‘no’), both of which precede their AC, and nicht (‘not’), which follows its AC. The results show that the established preference for preceding auch is affected by the position of the particle in the context (following auch occurred more often when the context contained following nicht). Follow-up experiments rule out an explanation based on intonation (Experiment 2) or on the underlying syntactic structure (Experiment 3). We found clear surface structural priming effects for function words with effect sizes similar to those found in studies of structural priming for content words. Furthermore, the findings for sentences used in isolation can be extended to sentences that are part of short dialogues.
Talbotiella couteronii (Leguminosae: Detarioideae), a new gregarious tree species from Cameroon
Authors: Sonké Bonaventure , Simo-Droissart Murielle , Bidault Ehoarn , Ngoula Fernandez , van der Burgt Xander M
Published: November 2024

Background and aims – For some time now, the forests of the Sanaga basin in Cameroon have been threatened by the construction of numerous hydroelectric dams. In anticipation to this construction work, botanical surveys were carried out, resulting in the discovery of many species new to science. One of these certainly belongs to the genus Talbotiella in Leguminosae.

Material and methods – This study is based on morphological observations on herbarium specimens, through detailed examination of 28 specimens of the new tree species as well as specimens of existing species of Talbotiella.

Key results – Talbotiella couteronii is described and illustrated. The new species resembles Talbotiella batesii but has fewer leaflets, 5–10 pairs; an inflorescence usually with fewer flowers, 5–12; and flowers with longer pedicels, 10–20 mm long. Talbotiella couteronii is endemic to Cameroon, where it is restricted to the middle Sanaga basin in the Central Region and the Littoral Region. It occurs gregariously in periodically flooded riverine forests. Talbotiella couteronii is preliminarily assessed as Endangered following the IUCN Red List categories and criteria. The genus Talbotiella now consists of 10 species; of which six species are endemic to Cameroon. A comparative table summarizes the main vegetative characteristics of the 10 species. This treatment also includes an update of the description of T. bakossiensis.
Naleving van de European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS): werk aan de winkel om over boekjaar 2024 aan alle regels te kunnen voldoen
Authors: Orij René , Breijer Ries
Published: November 2024

In dit artikel wordt uiteengezet welke informatie over duurzaamheid Nederlandse beursgenoteerde ondernemingen hebben gepubliceerd in jaarverslagen over 2023. Er is hiertoe gezocht naar gegevens over de thematische standaarden (‘topical standards’) uit de European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). Ook wordt de toepassing van de dubbele materialiteit beschreven, die bepalend is voor wat er wordt gerapporteerd. Het onderzoek gaat over de 75 hoofdfondsen van de AEX, AMX en AScX. Voor een groot deel van deze ondernemingen is verslaggeving over niet-financiële informatie verplicht (AE 2018; EU 2014). Dit onderzoek laat zien dat ondernemingen rapporteren over ESG-thema’s op een ESRS-wijze, voordat deze verplicht wordt gesteld onder de CSRD. Daarbij zien we aanzienlijke verschillen en tekortkomingen bij detailthema’s; voor veel ondernemingen is er werk aan de winkel om in een korte tijd volledig te kunnen voldoen aan de Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
Duurzaam betere jaarverslaggeving
Authors: Brouwer Arjan
Published: November 2024

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Evaluación morfológica de los híbridos de café Arábiga sarchimor 4260, Sarchimor 1669 y Manabí 01
Authors:   Universidad Estatal del Sur de Manabí, Campus Los Ángeles, Km 1½ vía Jipijapa-Noboa, Jipijapa, Manabí, Ecuador, Valverde Lucio Yhony Alfredo , Vera Velázquez Raquel ,   Universidad Estatal del Sur de Manabí, Campus Los Ángeles, Km 1½ vía Jipijapa-Noboa, Jipijapa, Manabí, Ecuador, Gutiérrez Solís Mirian ,   Ingeniera Agropecuaria independiente, Jipijapa, Manabí. Ecuador, Ayón Villao Narciso Fernando ,   Universidad Estatal del Sur de Manabí, Campus Los Ángeles, Km 1½ vía Jipijapa-Noboa, Jipijapa, Manabí, Ecuador, Valverde Lucio William Adolfo ,   Universidad Estatal del Sur de Manabí, Campus Los Ángeles, Km 1½ vía Jipijapa-Noboa, Jipijapa, Manabí, Ecuador, Chilán Villafuerte Willian Paul ,   Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López
Published: November 2024

El objetivo de la investigación fue caracterizar el comportamiento morfológico de los híbridos de Sarchimor 4260, 1669 y el híbrido no liberado Manabí 01en su segundo año de desarrollo vegetativo. En el estudio se aplicaron métodos como análisis y síntesis, observación y estadísticos con un Diseño de Bloques al Azar, tomando como muestra 54 plantas de café con tres tratamientos, T1(Sarchimor 4260), T2(Sarchimor 1669) y T3(Manabí 01), cada uno con seis repeticiones. Las variables evaluadas fueron altura de Planta AP, diámetro de tallo DT, número de hojas NH, ancho de hoja AH, longitud de la hoja LH, longitud del peciolo LP, número de hojas por planta NHP, número de nudos por planta NNP y número de frutos por planta NFP y las variables cualitativas color de hoja CH, forma de hoja FH, forma de copa FC y color del cogollo CC. Los resultados demostraron que la AP del T1 fue mayor con 78,3 cm, el mayor DT con 14,41 mm, así como el mayor NH con 185,31 por planta fue el T2, NR con 27,28 por planta y el NNP con 15,39 por planta y en época de producción el mayor NFP resultó el T3 con 94,28 frutos por planta. En las variables AH, LH y LP los tratamientos resultaron estadísticamente iguales. El CC verde claro tuvo las mismas características en los dos Sarchimor y verde bronceado para el T3, la forma de hoja elíptica fue igual para todos los híbridos. En conclusión, los resultados de la evaluación morfológica de los híbridos de café estudiados muestran que el de mayor promedio de altura de planta fue el Sarchimor 4260, el 1669 logró mayores promedios en el diámetro de tallo, número de hojas, número de ramas por plantas y números de nudos por planta, resultando el más productivo el Manabí 01.
Interaction between population density and fertilization for robusta coffee in Isidro Ayora, Guayas
Authors:   Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López, Chilán Villafuerte Willian , Duicela Guambi Luis ,   Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López, Corral Castillo Rubén ,   Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López
Published: November 2024

The objective of the research was to establish the influence of population density in robusta coffee in relation to chemical and organic fertilization, conducted in the locality of Isidro Ayora, Guayas Province, characterized by a tropical very dry forest life zone over a period of 48 months. The study evaluated the factors of population density (1,333; 1,666; 2,222, and 2,500 plants per hectare) and fertilization plan (chemical and organic) in robusta coffee. The experiment was set up using a Randomized Complete Block Design in a 4 x 2 factorial arrangement (densities x fertilization plan), in a Split-Plot layout, with 8 replications. The results defined that a density of 1,666 plants per hectare, combined with adequate chemical fertilization, proved to be the most efficient factors in terms of robusta coffee production, considering both agronomic and health variables. It is also indicated that the study recommends that higher densities require a more rigorous resource management and more intensive agronomic management in areas similar to the study site.