bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
CONSUMER PROTECTION MEASURES AND ROAD SAFETY IN NYERI COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Gichohi Joseph Mwangi , Muna Dr. Wilson
Published: November 2022

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of consumer protection measures implemented by Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) for Public Service Vehicles (PSV) on road safety in Nyeri County, Kenya.  The study used descriptive case study design and employed SERVQUAL theory and Elton Mayo’s HAWTHORNE effect in its theoretical framework.  The target population was 11 PSV SACCOS licenced to operate in Nyeri County between 2016 and 2018. A sample size of 86 employees was drawn from the three largest SACCOs in Nyeri County.  They included: 2NK SACCO, NAKONNS SACCO and NYENA SACCO.  Stratified and simple random sampling techniques were used to select individuals who participated in the study.  Primary data in this study was collected using self-administered structured questionnaire and interview guides. Quantitative data was analysed through descriptive and inferential statistics while thematic analysis was employed to analyse qualitative analysis. Secondary data was used to provide a background and support the findings of the current study.  Data was presented using tables and figures and multiple regression analysis was used to test all the hypotheses. The findings indicated that management of PSV SACCOs with focus on wearing seatbelts, driving within the speed limit, use of speed cameras greatly contribute in reducing road crashes deaths. In addition the study found that a safe system approach combining infrastructure and speed management measures further produced substantial safety gains for road users.  The results also showed a significant relationship between Consumer Protection through PSV SACCOs and road safety in Nyeri County.
EFFECTS OF COUNTY BUDGETING FORUMS ON SERVICE DELIVERY IN KENYA: THE CASE OF KAJIADO COUNTY
Authors: Richard Joshua Saiyanka , Muna Dr. Wilson
Published: November 2022

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of county budgeting forums on service delivery in Kenya: the case of Kajiado County government.  The objectives of this study were: to analyze the effect of Sector Working Groups on delivery of services in Kajiado County; to establish the effect of County Budget and Economic Forum on service delivery in Kajiado County; to determine the effect of Pre-Budget Public Sector Consultative Forum on service delivery in Kajiado County; to determine the effect of Budget and Appropriations Committee Hearings on delivery of services in Kajiado County.  The target population for this study was those members of the public and employees who had participated in county budgeting for the past three financial years from which the sample size will be selected.  The study used stratified and random sampling techniques to select a sample size of 107 individuals representing 12% of the accessible population of 889 persons. The study used interview schedules and self-administered questionnaires with both structured and unstructured questions to collect primary data. This study also used secondary data that was obtained through document review of government documents and reports. Quantitative data from the questionnaires was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Qualitative data collected through interviews was analyzed using thematic analysis. The results showed that the respondents were extremely dissatisfied with accessibility, efficiency, accountability, inclusivity, responsiveness and quality of the services delivered to them by the county government of Kajiado. The findings further indicated that Sector Working Groups did not have a significant effect on service delivery in Kajiado County while County Budget and Economic Forum, Pre-Budget Public Sector Consultative Forum and Budget and Appropriations Committee Hearings had a positive effect on delivery of services in Kajiado County.  The study recommended that county officials should provide adequate budget information to the public and enhance their participation in the budget making and policy formulation as well as induct members on their roles and mandate in matters related to public participation in budgeting forums.
TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE MANAGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE OF EMPLOYEES OF THE PARLIAMENTARY SERVICE COMMISSION IN KENYA
Authors: Jumanne Andrew Shangarai , Njoroge (PhD) Dr. Jane
Published: November 2022

Purpose: the purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of Technological Change Management on employee performance Public Sector Organizations in Kenya; Case of Parliamentary Service Commission (PARLSCOM). Methodology: A descriptive research design was employed to describe the performance of employees in PSC after changes in organizational technologies.  The target population was all the 914 employees of PARLSCOM on permanent and pensionable terms. The study used stratified and simple random sampling techniques to draw a sample of 91 employees from the target study population.  Self-administered questionnaire and interview guides were used to collect primary. Secondary data was obtained from PARLSCOM’s annual reports, government publications and earlier research. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics was used to summarize data while inferential statistics, specifically multiple linear regression was used to test hypotheses. The analysis was done using Microsoft Excel 2013 Analysis ToolPak.Findings: The study found out that technological change management was significant in affecting the performance of employees of Parliamentary Service Commission in Kenya.Unique Contribution to Policy:  Managers should invest in technology through automation of their functions as much as possible. Human resource managers need to implement policies on training and development for employees to enhance knowledge and skills in the emerging technologies. They should also ensure that their employees are involved in deciding which technologies to be adopted and how they are managed.
CULTURAL CHANGE MANAGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE OF EMPLOYEES OF THE PARLIAMENTARY SERVICE COMMISSION IN KENYA
Authors: Jumanne Andrew Shangarai , Njoroge (PhD) Dr. Jane
Published: November 2022

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine effect of Cultural Change Management on performance of employees of the Parliamentary Service Commission in Kenya.  Methodology: The study employed descriptive research design. The target population was all the 914 employees of the Parliamentary Service Commission (PARLSCOM) in Kenya on permanent and pensionable terms. The study used stratified and simple random sampling techniques to draw a sample of 91 employees from the target study population.  Self-administered questionnaire and interview guides were used to collect primary. Secondary data was obtained from PARLSCOM’s annual reports, government publications and earlier research.  Reliability of the instruments was tested using Cronbach’s alpha reliability where Cronbach’s alpha of 0.94 was obtained which was greater than 0.7 which implied that the instrument had a high level of internal consistency. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics was used to summarize data while inferential statistics, specifically multiple linear regression was used to test hypotheses. The analysis was done using Microsoft Excel 2013 Analysis ToolPak. Findings: The results indicated that Cultural Change Management has a positive significant effect on performance of employees. Cultural Change Management was found to play a large role in determining whether the organization is a happy and healthy environment for employees to work in. Unique Contribution to policy and practice. The study recommends Human Resource managers should ensure that the organization has same norms and value as those employees in order to increase employees’ performance towards achieving the overall organization goals
POLITICAL MARKETING: A VILE FOR ENHANCING LEADERSHIP AND SECURITY TOWARDS NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Ogah Victor , Anthony Daisi , Enovwo Aluko
Published: November 2022

Purpose: The study examined the relationship between political marketing, leadership and security towards enhancing national development. Specific objectives of the study were to examine the relationship between fairness as proxy of political marketing and leadership status in Nigeria; to examine the relationship between prompt response of government as proxy of political marketing and security status in Nigeria and to examine the relationship between transparency as a proxy of political marketing and national development.

Methodology: The study utilized survey research design and primary data. The population of the study was 168 respondents consist of lecturers from Department of marketing selected from institutions across South-West, Nigeria The study utilized simple random sampling technique with Taro Yamane sample size determination method to select sample of 84 lecturers for the study. 5-point likert scale option of structured questionnaire was used in the study to obtain respondents response.  Content validity was used to determine the validity of the instrument and the value of the test of reliability was 0.82 which was calculated using test-retest reliability method. Pearson moment correlation was used to test the hypothesis.

Findings: Three hypotheses were tested in line with the objectives of the study and it was revealed that there was significant relationship between fairness, prompt response of government, transparency and leadership, security, national development respectively.

Unique Contribution to Practice and Policy: The study suggested some recommendations, such as: Nigerian politician craving for or assume leadership position should imbibe political marketing in their style of governance in order to exhibit fairness as proxy of political marketing to the society and Insecurity is a deadly problem facing every country in the world. It destroy entire nation.  Nigerian politician should embrace the best strategy in solving problem of insecurity and inculcate the ethics of prompt response to violence as proxy of political marketing through dialogue and various security agencies of government in the country.

 Keywords: Politics, marketing, Leadership, Security, National Development, Fairness. Transparency
Strategi Pemasaran Pupuk Organik Cair CV. Wong Agro Lestari
Authors: Alliyah Elsa Fitri  , Teguh Budi Trisnanto  , Sri Handayani
Published: November 2022

CV. Wong Agro Lestari merupakan perusahaan baru yang mempunyai produk pupuk organik cair Wong Agro memiliki permasalahan penjualan yang baru tercapai 59-67%, pemasaran terbatas dan adanya persaingan produk dengan pesaing. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mengidentifikasi lingkungan internal dan lingkungan eksternal dalam pemasaran pupuk organik cair Wong Agro, menganalisis strategi pemasaran pupuk organik cair Wong Agro untuk meningkatkan penjualan, merumuskan strategi alternatif pemasaran pupuk organik cair Wong Agro. Penelitian dilakukan di Desa Poncowati Kabupaten Lampung Tengah Provinsi Lampung. Metode penarikan sampel ditentukan dengan teknik non probability sampling. Strategi pemasaran berdasarkan matriks SWOT adalah kualitas produk yang bermutu sesuai dengan SNI, melakukan promosi menggunakan media digital, melengkapi sarana dan prasarana demplot yang berbasis IT, mempertahankan harga jual produk dengan melakukan sertifikasi organik, melakukan sosialisasi yang memberikan edukasi kepada petani yang bekerjasama dengan penyuluh, dan melakukan pemasaran di kios-kios pertanian dan marketplace. Strategi alternatif yang dirumuskan berdasarkan matriks QSPM yaitu melakukan sosialisasi yang memberikan edukasi kepada petani yang bekerjasama dengan penyuluh, mempertahankan harga jual produk dengan melakukan sertifikasi organik, melakukan pemasaran di kios-kios pertanian dan marketplace, dan meningkatkan kualitas produk yang bermutu sesuai dengan SNI.
Optimization of the Automated Sales System as an Effort to Minimize Fraud & Improve Internal Control at The Distribution Company PT Sehat Selalu Banyak Rejeki
Authors: Sari Fanda Layla , Ekasari Kurnia , Haris Zainal Abdul
Published: November 2022

Information systems are essential in developing a business, especially in integrating data between one role and another. In addition, the development of information systems can be utilized by management in carrying out internal controls to manage the organization or company and minimize the risk of fraud resulting in material losses. This study aims to explain how the form of efforts to optimize the sales system in a company so that it becomes an automated system as an effort to minimize the risk of fraud and forms of internal control efforts. The research method used is an agile method (to develop a web-based information system) and descriptive qualitative (to identify how to implement a strategy to minimize fraud and as an effort to carry out internal control). The results of this study provide information that the implementation of an integrated web-based system which in this study is referred to as ISSS, can assist companies in improving internal control through the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes which are also visualized in the BPMN notation. This study also explains that implementing a web-based information system presented in the ISSS makes it easier for companies to minimize fraud to reduce material losses.
Application of Machine Learning in Predicting the Number of Bike Share Riders
Authors: Lainjo Bongs
Published: November 2022

This study aims to investigate the factors influencing the demand for bike sharing to identify the variables that significantly predict the need for shared bicycles. The study aims to create more in-depth knowledge about bike-sharing models to enhance the ideas on designing, developing, implementing and utilization of bike-sharing models. A multiple regression model was used to model the demand for 703 Capital Bikeshare’s shared bikes in the USA. The variations in the need for the bikes were assessed based on certain variables, such as the total number of registered and unregistered bikers and renters. Linear regression analyses were conducted to determine the factors that statistically and significantly predict the number of bikes rented. Machine learning classifiers: Random Forest, Decision Trees, Nearest Neighbor and XGBoost were used to determine the most important predictors of bike demand and the data analyzed in SPSS V25, R and PYTHON. Increase in demand for shared bikes was attributed to factors such as increase in temperature (p =0.000), days of the week except the first day of the week (p < 0.05), the month of September (p = 0.036), spring season ((p = 0.000), fall seasons (p = 0.001) and humidity (p = 0.000). A significant decrease in the demand for shared bikes was observed on the first day of the week (p = 0.218) and days with strong winds (p = 0. 113). More people are likely to rent shared bikes on hot days, in September, during spring and fall seasons, on humid days, and all days of the week except on the first day of the week.
A quick comparison of Pliocene and Upper Miocene shale resources in northern, central and southern parts of Song Hong basin with reference to their gas potential
Authors: Vo Thi Hai Quan , Pham Huy Giao
Published: November 2022

This research is a follow-up of a more comprehensive PhD study on assessment of shale gas resources in the northern Song Hong basin that was conducted at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT). The Song Hong basin, a typical pull-apart Cenozoic basin, had experienced a post-extensional stage accompanied by seafloor spreading from Upper Oligocene to Lower Miocene with its stratigraphy characterised by a fault-controlled syn-rift continental sequence followed by a post-rift marine sequence. In recent years, a number of gas fields have been discovered in the Song Hong basin with the Oligocene-Eocene and the Lower-Middle Miocene shales as the major and minor source rocks, respectively. On the other hand, the Pliocene and Upper Miocene shales, present in the stratigraphy from the north to the south of the Song Hong basin, have generally been considered as the seals, but not the source rocks in some previous studies. In July 2020, an exploration well (Ken Bau-2X) was drilled in Block 114 by ENI, reaching a total depth of 3,658 m and encountering a pay of about 110 m in several intervals of Upper Miocene sandstones interbedded with shales, confirming a considerable gas accumulations discovered in Vietnam so far. The interesting thing is that this well only encounter the Pliocene and Upper Miocene shales, the Oligocene-Eocene or Middle-Lower Miocene sediments underlying is absent or very thin. Therefore, potential source rock of these shales should be considered in the area, in particular with reference to petroleum system of the central Song Hong basin.

 

In this study, a preliminary comparison of the Pliocene and Upper Miocene shale resources in the northern, central and southern blocks in the Song Hong basin was conducted based on the analysis results of XRD, Rock-Eval pyrolysis, vitrinite reflectance, respectively. While the Pliocene and Upper Miocene shales in many areas of Song Hong basin, show a very low or no hydrocarbon generation potential, the very deep and thick Pliocene and Upper Miocene shales in the center and adjacent areas, deposited in a marine environment under the special conditions of abnormal pressure and high geothermal gradient, can be potential source rocks that have possibly generated and released a large amount of hydrocarbons. Further geochemical analyses and petroleum system modelling of the Pliocene and Upper Miocene shales in particular and for the whole central Song Hong basin are recommended.
A Systematic Review on Inter-Relationship of Residential Neighborhood Characteristics on Quality of Life of Elderly
Authors: Dash Shanta Pragyan , Thilagam N. Lakshmi
Published: November 2022

The aspects of spatial planning have been aimed at supporting older people to stay healthy and active in their daily lives, as well as to improve their overall quality of life. Older people require accessible and functional venues and social environments that suit their emotional needs and goals. However, there has been limited study on the most significant characteristics of residential settings that impact the well-being of elderly inhabitants. This study aims to provide a comprehensive review of neighborhood residential environment elements and various Quality of Life (QOL) attributes, as well as their interrelationships, to encourage healthy aging. A framework for analyzing neighborhood features was developed as part of this critical analysis through extensive analysis of chosen articles. According to the review, social life is the most influential component of QOL, followed by neighborhood living settings and housing layouts that promote mobility features to participate in physical activities, generating a feeling of community and belonging and leading to a healthy life. Further research should be conducted to investigate the influence of these characteristics on the overall satisfaction level of the elderly in later life.
Diversity, Adversity, and Inclusiveness: Student Experiences of a Linguistic Landscape
Authors: Chuaychoowong Maneerat
Published: November 2022

This study examines the display of languages on signs and how this has shaped student experiences of the linguistic landscape on campus. The research site is a Thai University that has conducted English medium of instruction (EMI). As a result of its English policy, the university has attracted students with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Two main questions are ‘What is the representation of languages on signs on campus?’ and ‘How have Thai and international students’ experiences been shaped by the linguistic landscape? Photos of linguistic tokens and semi-structured interviews were taken to gain insight into student experiences and perspectives. The analysis of 815 linguistic tokens revealed monolingual, bilingual, and multilingual signs. While Thai was the dominant language, English was indicated as a lingua franca on campus. The displays of different languages showed the diversity of university members. However, an adverse effect on international students was expressed when their language was solely displayed on signs. Although international students expressed opposition when their language was used in negative signs, bilingual and multilingual signs were generally well received by university members.
A Practical Approach to GIT Using Bitbucket, GitHub and SourceTree
Authors: Chakraborty Sudip , Aithal P. S.
Published: November 2022

Purpose: we use GIT for version control management. It is widely used in teamwork. Standalone developers mostly do not prefer to use it. But in all types of development, we can use it to manage our software efficiently. We demonstrate how we can use the GIT version control in our software project through the step-by-step procedure. We will use Bitbucket and GitHub as GIT servers and SourceTree as GIT clients for the demonstration. The SourceTree has GUI, which we generally prefer. This paper might be helpful who are trying to integrate the GIT system into their project.
Design/Methodology/Approach: We create a new remote GIT repo (Repository) in Bitbucket and GitHub. Then install a GIT client into our system. The remote repo is cloned into our system through it. Inside the local repo, we add and modify files. After a good change, we must send it to the Stage. We are writing comments on it and committing to the changes. So, GIT can keep a change record. We can revert to the previous commit point if the current changes are unsuitable.
Findings/Result: Here, we demonstrate how to integrate Git easily. Individual researchers can incorporate GIT into their projects efficiently.
Originality/Value: Many documents are available on the net for version control system demonstrations. Here we demonstrate in different ways so that anyone can easily understand and integrate these efficient tools.
Paper Type: Experimental-based Research.
A Study on the Prospects and Challenges of Digital Financial Inclusion
Authors: Riha Parvin S. M. , Panakaje Niyaz
Published: November 2022

Objective: Financial inclusion through digital means has initiated the concept of digital financial inclusion (DFI) which is intended to reach out vulnerable community without having digital financial access. This study is an attempt to analyze the various prospects and challenges concerning digital financial inclusion. As the main intention of this study was to assess the challenges and prospects of digital financial inclusion, ABCD analysis also has been undertaken to assess its Advantages, Benefits, Constraints and Disadvantages. Methodology: This research is conducted through secondary sources in order to provide a full-fledged evidence-based study on the prospects and challenges of digital financial inclusion. The semi-systematic review is done through various published reports and articles from RBI, ABD, G20, Springer, Tailor & Francis, Emarald, Google Scholar, Srinivas Publications, Research Gate, SSRN, etc. Findings: The result of extensive review revealed that digital financial inclusion acts as a major catalyst for socio-economic, sustainable and inclusive prosperity. Various challenges concerning digital financial inclusion includes lack of financial literacy, inefficient utilization of technology by the rural population, lack of trust and data privacy concern. Apart from that the study strongly argued that digital financial inclusion promotes socio-economic development of the citizens and it also reduces cost, improves efficiency and competitiveness of the service providers. Practical Implications: This research provides a guide for financial institutions and FinTech companies to realize the various challenges tackled by the citizens to improve their service delivery and provide better digital services. It also acts as a source of information to the users of DFI to understand the benefits of being digitally inclusive for their finance. Originality/value: As a secondary data based study it may provide overall view on DFI and may help the policy makers and financial regulators to promote financial inclusive growth; but the concept of DFI can also be better understood by conducting a primary survey, hence it acts as limitations of the study. Paper type: Case Study
Effect of Yeast Cell Microcapsules as a Potential Carrier for Improving Lactobacillus plantarum Viability in Muffin Adding Stevia rebaudiana
Authors: Lieu Dong My , Tran Giang Thi Chau , Nguyen Ngan Thi , Dang Thi Kim Thuy
Published: November 2022

In this study, the role of Saccharomyces cerevisiae treating by ultrasound on Lactobacillus plantarum viability during muffin baking process, during storage, as well as in the simulated digestive fluid (SDF) was reported. Stevia rebaudiana was added during muffin making as a substitute sugar compound. The results showed that the ultrasonic treatment on S. cerevisiae was necessary to improve the viability of L. plantarum in simulated gastric fluid (SGF) conditions. The results showed that the L. plantarum viability was remained to be 2.63 logCFU/mL in the SGF medium with S. cerevisiae present at a high concentration (10 logCFU/mL). While the yeast cell treatment by ultrasonic improved the L. plantarum viability up to 5.44 logCFU/mL. The L. plantarum viability in all samples was maintained above 4.5 logCFU/cake after the baking process. The result also indicated that stevia could help improve the encapsulated L. plantarum viability in the muffin. During 3 days of storage, the survival rate of L. plantarum was not significant difference among samples. The L. plantarum viability tended to increase slightly after a day of storage and then decrease gradually in the following days of storage. The result also showed that there was no significant difference in sensory properties between the samples with and without probiotic supplements. The addition of stevia into muffins containing encapsulated L. plantarum has both positive efficiencies. Firstly, improved the L. plantarum viability in the SDF after 3 days of muffin storage. Secondly, making muffins with low calories by replacing part of the sugar.
HIGHLIGHTS

The ultrasonic treatment on cerevisiae was necessary to improve the viability of L. plantarum in simulated digestive fluid
Stevia rebaudiana could help improve the encapsulated plantarum viability in the muffin
There was no significant difference in sensory property between the samples with and without probiotic supplements
The addition of stevia into muffin containing encapsulated plantarum has both positive efficiencies. Firstly, improved the L. plantarum viability in the simulated gastric fluid after three days of muffin storage. Secondly, making muffins with low calorie by replacing part of the sugar

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
Monitoring of heavy metals in fodder and animal husbandry products of the Polissia zone of Ukraine
Authors: SAVCHUK IVAN M. , ROMANCHUK LIUDMYLA D. , YASHCHUK INNA V. , KOVALYOVA SVITLANA P. , BONDARCHUK LARYSA V.
Published: November 2022

With a significant concentration of pollutants in the environment, they accumulate in plants, the feeding of which will lead to the transfer of toxic elements to the animal’s body. Even a small concentration of heavy metals or radionuclides adversely affects both the animal and human bodies. Therefore, the monitoring of Pb and Cd in feed, milk, and meat during their production in the territory of the Polissia zone of Ukraine is relevant and requires further comprehensive study. The purpose of this study was to investigate the content of heavy metals in feed and slaughter products of animals raised in the Polissia zone with various levels of radioactive contamination. The research was carried out on young pigs and steers, which were put to fattening. The paper used the atomic absorption method for determining the content of toxicants in samples and the method of variation statistics for processing the results of the study. The results of studies of the content of Pb and Cd in the samples indicate the presence of substantial fluctuations in heavy metals within individual farms. As the level of 137Cs soil contamination increases, the concentration of toxicants in feed, milk, and the longest back muscle of the animals under study increases. Exceeding of the maximum permissible concentration of Pb in milk (33.8 %) and Cd (41.2 %) was established. The concentration of Cd exceeded the established level in 72.2% of the examined samples of the longest back muscle of cattle and 80.0% of the samples of the longest back muscle of pigs. The Cd content in all feed samples under study was considerably higher than the established norm. The greatest excess of the toxicant was found in samples of hay, straw (41.9 %), cake and meal (60 %). Thus, indicators of the quality of feed and livestock products produced in the farms of the Polissia zone of Zhytomyr Oblast, affected by the accident at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, indicate that the concentration of Pb and Cd in the milk of dairy cows, muscle tissue of young cattle and pigs in most of the analysed sample exceeds sanitary and hygienic requirements. Therefore, to obtain milk and meat within the limits of current regulatory requirements, reducing the accumulation of heavy metals in feed for feeding animals and poultry stays a topical issue.
Biochemical Composition of Sweet Cherry Leaves Depending on the Method of Soil Maintenance in an Organic Garden
Authors: GERASKO TETYANA V. , PYDA SVITLANA V. , PASHCHENKO YULIA P. , POKOPCEVA LYUBOV A. , TYMOSHCHUK TETIANA
Published: November 2022

Conducting sustainable agriculture involves not only increasing the productivity of crops and increasing the volume of crop production, but also preserving ecosystems. Mulching the soil in orchards is one of the ways to preserve the natural balance of agricultural landscapes. But the effect of competition with grasses on the biochemical composition of fruit tree tissues has not yet been definitively elucidated. The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of soil retention under mulching (compared to pure steam) on the biochemical composition of cherry leaf tissues. The research was conducted in an organic cherry orchard (Prunus avium L. / Prunus mahaleb) during 2017-2019 in the conditions of the Southern Steppe of Ukraine. A significant decrease in the content of ascorbate, glutathione, sugars, total reducing activity and activity of antioxidant enzymes was established under conditions of prolonged drought and an increase in the content of titrated acids. The total reducing activity under mulching conditions tended to increase. A gradual increase in the content of titrated acids, ascorbate, sugars, phenolic substances, and glutathione was recorded in the leaves of cherry trees from the flowering phase to November. In the autumn phase, a significant increase in sugars and phenolic substances was established in cherry leaves under the conditions of mulching in 2017, and in 2018 – phenolic substances; in 2019 – phenolic substances and ascorbate. An increase in the content of malondialdehyde (MDA) and the activity of antioxidant enzymes was found during the growing season of cherries in both variants of the experiment. In the November phase only in 2019, the MDA content was significantly higher by 14% under the condition of mulching. Under mulching conditions, a significant increase in ascorbate peroxidase (by 28-30%) and polyphenol oxidase (by 45-46%) was determined. In 2018 and 2019, a 2.4-fold increase in peroxidase activity in cherry leaves was determined. Research results help to understand the mechanisms of adaptation of fruit plants to stress factors (drought, competition with natural grasses) and can be used as an argument in favour of mulching in organic cherry orchards.
Seeking for utopia or utopian travel
Authors: BİNGÖL Serhat , AYDIN Serhat
Published: November 2022

We believe that travel, which is perhaps the most important element of tourism, should be questioned with the concept of utopia further. Associating the concept of utopia with travel will close a gap or lead to a new discussion. Therefore, we evaluated the relationship between travel and utopia in this paper. Following the philosophical basis of the concept of utopia, we have determined its equivalent in tourism literature as the transformation of utopian thought into travel. In this context, we held discussions within the scope of travelers who prefer more independent and longer travel than tourists. We realized that the aims of travelers who set out to their own utopian spaces, transform being on the road rather than arriving a destination. Focusing on these utopian travels, we embrace the hermeneutic paradigm in the paper. Hence, we propose a model by examining travels with utopian ideas through sociological and psychological discussions. The prominent concepts in this model were the social life-utopia and the escape-approach. Eventually, we mentioned related discussions and gave suggestions for future studies.
Secondary hypnic headache: A literature review in the last 34 years
Authors: Fortes Yasmine Maria Leódido , Erudilho Eduardo , Silva Taís Souza da , Souza Wallyson Pablo de Oliveira , Silva-Neto Raimundo
Published: November 2022

Introduction: Hypnic headache is a rare primary headache disorder that occurs during sleep. Its pathophysiology is uncertain, but hypothalamic dysfunction is hypothesized. It is usually a primary headache, but it can have secondary causes.

Objectives: We aimed was to review articles published in the last 34 years on hypnic headache and analyze secondary cases.

Methods: Based on a literature search in the major medical databases and using the descriptor “hypnic headache” we included articles published between 1988 and 2020. Of the 359 patients found, only 18 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed.

Results: We found 18 patients (6 men and 12 women) with secondary hypnic headache. The mean age of patients was 58.7±15.0 years, ranging from 20 to 84 years. The causes of hypnic headache were attributed to cranial vascular disorder (five), to non-vascular intracranial disorder (six), to a substance or its withdrawal (three) and to disorder of homoeostasis (four).

Conclusions: Although most cases of hypnic headache are primary, some symptomatic cases are described in the literature.
How does pain influence cervical endurance test performance in migraine patients?
Authors: Rodrigues Amanda , Bragatto Marcela Mendes , Florencio Lidiane Lima , Bigal Luisa , Bigal Marcelo , Bevilaqua-Grossi Débora
Published: November 2022

Introduction
Migraine sufferers frequently complain of cervical pain during and in-between migraine attacks and studies suggest that chronic neck pain is a risk factor for high-frequency migraine, including chronic migraine. Increased headache frequency and chronic neck pain are, in turn, independently associated with cephalic cutaneous allodynia, a known risk factor for increased headache frequency.
Objective
To verify the influence that pain in migraine patients has on muscle performace during the cervical endurance test and whether the change in performance is due to pain during the test, neck muscle dysfunction or both.
Methods
Were evaluate 100 women stratified by diagnosis (migraine, cervical pain, both and none) and self-reported pain during the cervical muscle endurance test in flexion and extension (with or without headache and / or cervical pain during the endurance test). Pain during the test by numerical rate scale (NPRS, 0-10) and pain pressure threshold were collected for all groups. Migraine patients answered 12-item Allodynia Symptom. We used one-way analysis of variance with the Tukey’s HSD post hoc test analysis to contrast pressure pain threshold and endurance across groups. Differences in flexion and extension times were compared using the Welch T-test and the McNemar Test was used to compare differences in headache and neck pain incidence per study group during flexion and extension endurance tests.
Results
There are significantly differences in mean endurance during flexion between migraine and neck pain [34.4s (25)] relative to neck pain alone [45.2 (18)], migraine [40.2s (29)] and controls [57.5.4s (40)] (p = 0.04). On average, those who experienced headache during the flexion test sustained for significantly less time than those without headache during the test (27.80 versus 46.18 seconds, p<0.01); (To see the complete abstract, please, check out the PDF).
Apresentação
Authors: Kosbiau Trevisan Diego , Feldhaus Charles
Published: November 2022

Apresentação do volume 21, número 2, da Ethic@: International Journal for Moral Philosophy
The impact of intra-sacroiliac joint methylprednisolone injection in the recovery of patients with spondyloarthropathy: a randomized controlled trial
Authors: Rajaei Elham , Bavieh Khaled , Mowla Karim , Ghorbani Ali , Movaffagh Nooshin
Published: November 2022

Introduction

Spondyloarthropathies are a group of chronic inflammatory diseases with specific clinical symptoms in rheumatic diseases. These patients suffer from pain in the joints. Physicians have tried several ways to decrease the pain in these patients. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of intra-sacroiliac joint methylprednisolone injection under the guidance of ultra-
sonography in spondyloarthropathy patients.

Material and methods

In this randomized control trial we studied 60 patients with spondyloarthropathy (30 patients in the intervention group and 30 patients in the control group) from January 2020 to December 2020. The intervention group patients received 40 mg of intra-sacroiliac joint (SIJ) methylprednisolone injection at the beginning in addition to treatment with nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (inflammatory dose) and sulfasalazine (2 to 3 g/day). Patients’ pain intensity and symptoms were assessed in the 2nd, 4th, 6th, and 8th weeks after glucocorticosteroid injection. Quantitative factors were compared by independent Student’s t-test. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 22.0 software. A p-value < 0.005 was considered significant.

Results

There were no statistically significant differences in Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI) criteria and finger-to-floor (FTF) levels in the intervention and control groups. There were significant differences in VAS and BASDAI criteria and FTF levels 2 weeks after the injection, and this difference remained the same until the end of the 8th week. The p-value was significant (p-value < 0.0001).

Conclusions

The sacroiliac joint methylprednisolone injection approach with ultrasound guidance seems to be effective in pain relief and function, and patient satisfaction scores. Additionally using the guidance of ultrasonography in this approach is without the risk of radiation exposure.
Hipp fürchtet sich vor Preisschwellen
Authors: Brändlein Philip
Published: November 2022

Die Babynahrungsmarke Hipp ist preislich der Konkurrenz enteilt und hat nach Ansicht des gleichnamigen Herstellers empfindliche Preisschwellen erreicht. Mit der Zweitmarke Bebivita will Hipp die Konsumenten bei sich behalten.
Rhönsprudel-Käufer baut Edeka-Großlieferanten auf
Authors: Holst Jens
Published: November 2022

Die französische Alma-Gruppe will ihre Position im deutschen Wasser-Geschäft weiter ausbauen. Erster Schritt ist der Aufbau von Kapazitäten für Handelsmarken von Edeka. Regie führt der jüngst zugekaufte Rhönsprudel-Brunnen.
Krone Fisch gewinnt in der Krise Marktanteile
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: November 2022

Der Markt für Räucherlachs leidet unter oligopolistischen Strukturen auf der Absatz- wie auf der Beschaffungsseite, steigenden Kosten und Störungen der Lieferkette. Marktführer Krone investiert in seine Marken und rechnet trotz Umsatzrückgängen mit keiner Verschlechterung der Rentabilität.
Fleischbranche fordert Klarheit von der Politik
Authors: Lenders Dirk
Published: November 2022

Bauernverbände üben Kritik an der Politik. Sie fordern eine Zukunftsperspektive für deutsche Schweinehalter und fürchten, künftig werde Fleisch ohne Tierwohl aus Drittländern importiert. Unterstützung bekommen sie von den Schlachtunternehmen.
Heineken ist bei Industrie 4.0 im Rollout
Authors: Rode Jörg
Published: November 2022

Heineken rollt sein Industrie-4.0-Systems derzeit in alle seine Fabriken aus. Rund 50 der weltweit 180 Brauereien arbeiten bereits als vernetzte Fabriken.
Lidl GB umhüllt Bratwurst teils mit PET-Rezyklat
Authors: Wenzel Horst
Published: November 2022

Im Vereinigten Königreich will die Discount-Tochter der Schwarz-Gruppe weitere Fleischprodukte in PET-Schalen verpacken, die Rezyklat aus in der Umwelt entsorgten Getränkebehältern enthalten.
„Energiekrise nicht bei mir“
Authors: Kapell Elisabeth
Published: November 2022

Auftanken und das nicht nur am Wochenende oder nach Feierabend, sondern im Job. Für die Nestlé-Manager Heiko Rangwich und Nora Henning ist das kein großes Problem. Vorausgesetzt, man macht sich klar, was einem selbst und dem Team Energie gibt.
Mitarbeiter stellen höhere Ansprüche
Authors: Kapell Elisabeth
Published: November 2022

Unbesetzte Stellen, gestiegene Ansprüche der Bewerbenden und Automatisierung - das sind wichtige Trends der neuen Arbeitswelt, auf die sich Personaler der Foodbranche einstellen müssen.
Manner spürt Mitarbeitermangel
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: November 2022

Der Waffelspezialist Manner bereitet sich auf den Winter vor. Durchgespielt werden mögliche Energieszenarien.
Lenz Moser kritisiert hohe Kosten
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: November 2022

Deutschland ist für Lenz Moser der wichtigste Exportmarkt. Mit dem Absatz ist Weinkellerei zufrieden.
Transgourmet lanciert Dachmarke für Pflanzliches
Authors: Hillemeyer Judit
Published: November 2022

Transgourmet Österreich sieht sich mit enormen Kosten und Mehraufwand konfrontiert. Dennoch lanciert das Unternehmen Pflanzen-Power unter der Transgourmet-Dachmarke Plant-based.
Distributed Edge Intelligence Enabled Wireless Communication Systems Serving Industrial Applications
Authors: Danfeng Sun
Published: November 2022

High requirements of industrial applications are challenging for WCSs, and advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) bring a bright future in many fields. Hence, two directions from the aspects of WCS analysis and control are studied. Dependability assessment extracts dependability knowledge from given datasets, for which a series of AI methods are proposed, namely, deep autoencoder-based model, multi-task learning model, and device-level and system-level dependability assessment model. Spectral efficiency optimization aims to maximize spectral efficiency under certain conditions of quality of services. For this target, several AI models are proposed step by step for different conditions, namely, fully connected neural network, attention-based convolutional neural network, and generating precoder and power allocation neural network. Then, considering the resourceconstrained and distributed features, a distributed edge intelligence mechanism is proposed which can support AI applications on distributed edge devices. Evaluation on tasks of DA and SEO tasks indicates that the distributed edge intelligence has good executing efficiency.

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Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Kwazulu-Natal Generation Z Attitude towards Domestic Tourism
Authors: Aina Anita , Alabi Oluwatobi
Published: November 2022

The study examined the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on KwaZulu-Natal generation z attitude toward domestic tourism. Generation Z represents much of the consumer groups at present and is considered a very important cohort because it prioritizes experience over possession, which increases their motivation to travel. The study investigates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on KwaZulu-Natal Generation Z members’ attitudes towards domestic tourism in South Africa, while focusing on the effect of the pandemic, the study examines whether there are differences in their attitude toward domestic tourism before and during the pandemic. Data was collected online from November to December 2021 using a structured questionnaire survey sampling 200 respondents. Through the theoretical lens of planned behaviour, this study explored the relationship between attitude, perceived behaviour control, subjective norms and risk factors that influences the travel choices of Generation Z members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings reveal that despite the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on the KwaZulu-Natal Generation Z members, they portray a positive attitude towards domestic tourism. The results also show that Generation Z members appreciate and acknowledge the positive quality of life (QOL) they get from participating in tourism activities especially within their domestic space. However, because of the peculiarities of the pandemic and the need to ensure safety, respondents prefer individual trips to group trips, and individual accommodation to group accommodations. This research contributes to scholarship that examine how COVID-19 pandemic influenced travel behaviours and deepened the uncertainty associated with domestic tourism across various regions of the globe.
Special Education Students’ Attitudes towards Assistive Technologies
Authors: ULUYOL Çelebi , ASLAN Cem
Published: November 2022

Considering that all teachers use technology intensively in educational environments, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic, special education teachers are also expected to integrate technology into their lessons effectively and efficiently in the future. Thus, this study aims to determine the attitudes of special education students towards assistive technologies. The data were collected in the 2020-2021 academic year. Participants were 240 special education students from various universities. The data collection tool was an attitude scale consisting of 4 dimensions and 18 items. Findings reported no significant difference in the attitudes towards assistive technologies regarding variables such as the duration of daily Internet use, grade level, and gender. However, a statistically significant difference was found in terms of variables such as the frequency of following technological developments and taking an assistive technology course. Based on scale mean scores, special education students have positive attitudes towards assistive technologies. Given that following the technological developments is effective in developing a positive attitude towards assistive technologies, special education students are recommended to closely follow current technological developments in future. It is considered that students who follow these technological developments will be more beneficial to students with special needs.
Efficacy Assessment of Decentralized Wastewater Treatment Systems in treating Faecal Sludge within Dar es Salaam City
Authors: Catherine Mwingira , Augustina Alexander
Published: November 2022

Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority (DAWASA) considers DEWATS as effective system for faecal sludge management especially from unplanned settlements. No study has been done in Tanzania to assess the treatment efficiency, adoptability and sustainability of the systems. That being the case, this study aimed at assessing the treatment efficiency of the Decentralized Treatment Systems installed within the city. Kigamboni and Mburahati DEWATS were selected as case study areas for the study whereby, quantitative method was used for data collection. The collected results showed that most of the physical parameters were within the allowable range specified by Tanzanian Standards for municipal wastewater discharge (TZS 860:2006). Nitrate and Phosphate levels were within the allowable range at both treatment plants. The BOD5 and COD for Kigamboni DEWATS were four times higher than the maximum allowable safe limit for each. Both Kigamboni and Mburahati DEWATS failed to lower the coliform levels of faecal sludge to meet the maximum allowable discharge standard (10,000 cfu/100 ml) by having the effluent quality of 115,000 cfu/ 100 ml and 22,875,000 cfu/100 ml respectively. Addition of dosing chamber between the gravel filter and polishing dosed at 6mg/l of chlorine remediated the state.