bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Effect of Black Charcoal Versus Calcium Silicate and Sodium Phosphate in Occluding Dentinal Tubules and Its Resistance to Acidic Soft Drinks: An In Vitro Study
Authors: El-Tobgy Rana H. , Halawa Ahmed M. , Amin Reham M. , El-Messiry Hend
Published: June 2024

Aims

Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) is considered the oldest chief complaint in which people are seeking solutions. One of the methods of reducing DH is the calcium silicate and sodium phosphate (CSSP) toothpaste which claim to occlude the dentinal tubules (DT) and withstand the acidic soft drink challenge. Black charcoal (BC) toothpaste is a nowadays trend worldwide, that is, claimed by the manufacturers to have a remineralization action, which reduce DH by formation of precipitates on dentin surface. Accordingly, this study targeted to compare the BC-containing toothpaste versus that containing CSSP in occluding DT and evaluated their efficacy to withstand acidic soft drink challenge.

Materials and Methods

Sixty premolars were used in this study (n = 30). The dentin specimens were divided into two groups: Group 1 (G1) brushed with CSSP and group 2 (G2) brushed with BC for 3.5 min, then these specimens were subjected to acidic soft drink challenge for 10 min. The occluded DT were investigated using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and energy dispersive x-ray analysis (EDXA) after brushing and after acid soaking. Statistical analysis was performed (P value ≤ 0.05).

Results

G1 and G2 showed a completely and partially obliterated DT after brushing, however, after soaking them in acids, G1 was resistant and there were a partially and fully occluded DT, while G2 showed a non-occluded DT with severe signs of destruction. There was a statistically significant difference between the two groups after acid soaking.

Conclusion

The CSSP toothpaste is effective in reducing DH by formation of an acid-resistant precipitation on dentin surface, on the other hand, the BC can form a precipitation that cannot withstand the acids leaving a widely destructive DT.
Evaluation of Dentists’ Knowledge in Bandung City Regarding Patients with Special Health Care Needs and Behavior Management in Dental Care
Authors: Mandila Angelique R. , Pratidina Naninda B. , Rakhmatia Yunia D. , Tjahajawati Sri , Rikmasari Rasmi , Riyanti Eriska
Published: June 2024

Aim:

This study conducted in Bandung City aimed to evaluate the knowledge of dentists in behavior management for individuals with special health care needs (SHCN) in dental care.

Materials and Methods:

A quantitative descriptive study was conducted using a survey method with purposive sampling. A total of 310 dentists, including 232 general dentists and 78 dental specialists, participated in the study. A questionnaire, serving as the research instrument and containing 19 questions, underwent validity and reliability analysis before distribution to the participants. The questionnaire was distributed through two methods: hard copies were distributed by visiting health centers, clinics, and hospitals in Bandung City, while soft copies were distributed through online surveys on the social media platforms of the Indonesian Dental Association in Bandung City.

Results:

The findings of the study revealed that the majority of respondents (220) had a good level of knowledge in behavior management for individuals with SHCN. Additionally, 88 respondents demonstrated a sufficient level of knowledge, while only 2 respondents exhibited a low level of knowledge. The average knowledge level score among the respondents was 80.3%, falling within the good category.

Conclusions:

Dentists’ knowledge regarding behavior management in dental care for SHCN in Bandung City is in a good category. The study concluded that dentists in Bandung City possess adequate knowledge in identifying and managing the behavior of individuals with SHCN in dental care.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Allograft Reconstruction Outcome Independent of Patient’s Age
Authors: Rana Parimal , Brennan Jane , Astavans Anagh , Kuppireddy Sneha , Morganti Christina , Petre Benjamin M , Johnson Andrea , Turcotte Justin J , Redziniak Daniel
Published: June 2024

Introduction:

Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) is a widely performed surgical procedure to restore knee stability following an ACL tear. While previous studies have explored the impact of age on ACLR outcomes, the specific influence of age on allograft ACLR remains relatively debatable. This study aims to investigate the relationship between age and allograft failure rates in ACLR.

Materials and Methods:

This retrospective study included 482 patients who underwent primary ACLR using a bone patella tendon bone allograft. Data on patient demographics, comorbidities, and postoperative outcomes were collected. Univariate analysis was conducted to identify any significant differences between the age groups. All statistical analyses were performed using R Studio.

Results:

Among the observed age groups, older individuals had a higher prevalence of comorbidities, including anxiety or depression (P = 0.043), hypertension (P < 0.001), and sleep apnea (P = 0.029). There were no significant differences in postoperative outcomes, including 90-day emergency department visits, 90-day postoperative admissions, or ACL retear with or without revision surgery at an average follow-up of 2 years, among the different age groups. The same was found when examining differences between patients <50 and patients 50 or older.

Discussion and Conclusions:

The results of the current study demonstrate that age does not significantly impact allograft ACLR outcomes. Age alone should not be the sole determining factor when considering ACL surgery, emphasizing the importance of personalized factors in decision-making.
A Prospective Clinical Study on the Correlation between Hamstring Graft Size and Anthropometric Parameters in Indian Population
Authors: Pangavane Sandeep , Ushir Ashutosh , Pawar Vaibhav , Asrani Devesh , Anerao Krishna , Gujarati Jay , Surwase Makarand , Mohite Ajinkya
Published: June 2024

Aim:

The aim of this study was to find the correlation between different anthropometric parameters of the patient on the length and diameter of the hamstring graft harvested during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.

Materials and Methods:

A total of 50 consecutive patients (33 males and 17 females) with ACL deficiency scheduled for reconstruction using hamstring autograft were evaluated prospectively at our institution during the study. Preoperatively, we recorded age, gender, height, weight, and body mass index (BMI). Intraoperative measurements of the final diameter of the graft using sizing tubes calibrated to 1 mm and length of tendon harvested were taken. Correlation coefficient (Pearson’s r) analysis was used.

Results:

As per the study, height of the patients correlated to graft diameter and length in both Indian men and women (P < 0.001). Although there was no correlation between age, sex, weight, and BMI with graft length and diameter.

Conclusion:

Anthropometric measurements such as weight, gender, and BMI cannot be used as definitive predictors for the hamstring graft diameter during harvest, but the height of the patients can be taken as a good predictor.
Corneal ocular surface squamous neoplasia: Case series and review of literature
Authors: Agarwal Ayushi , Farhan Marwan H. , Mishra Dilip K. , Kaliki Swathi
Published: June 2024

The authors present a retrospective analysis of three cases of isolated corneal ocular surface squamous neoplasia (C-OSSN) without limbal or conjunctival involvement and review the clinical and anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) features, along with treatment outcomes. The mean age at presentation was 51 years (range: 32–64 years). The mean tumor diameter was 5 mm (range: 3–6.5 mm). All lesions were placoid with <1 mm thickness. One case had surface keratin. AS-OCT revealed hyperreflective epithelium with abrupt transition in all cases, with mean thickness of 118 μm (range: 60–162 μm). One patient underwent alcohol-assisted keratoepitheliectomy (AKE) and two patients received topical Interferon alpha-2B followed by AKE. Histopathology revealed mild squamous dysplasia in all. No tumor residue or recurrence was noted at a mean follow-up period of 2 years (range: 1–4 years). Isolated C-OSSN is rare. AS-OCT serves as a useful noninvasive tool for supporting the diagnosis of AKE yielding long-term favorable outcomes.
Pediatric isolated intraorbital mucocele: Case report and review of literature
Authors: Nayak Arpita , Sharma Anuj , Ramachandran Sandhya , Vardhana K. R. Harsha
Published: June 2024

A 9-year-old child presented with a palpable swelling under the right lower lid for 3 years. On examination, the swelling was nontender, well circumscribed, and cystic on palpation. A computed tomography scan showed a well circumscribed, hyperdense lesion in the inferior orbit with no anatomic connection with the paranasal sinuses. Transcutaneous orbitotomy was performed, and the lesion was excised in toto. Histopathological examination was suggestive of a mucocele.
Profile and risk factors of sight-threatening retinopathy of prematurity: Experience from SNCU in North India
Authors: Nayyar Mannat , Sood Mangla , Panwar Praveen Kumar
Published: June 2024

BACKGROUND:

This research aimed to identify the clinical profile and risk factors of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) among “at-risk” newborns treated at a sick newborn care unit (SNCU) located at high altitude in North India, with the intention of contributing to formulate regional and national ROP screening guidelines.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

In a prospective observational study from 2021 to 2022, outborn and inborn babies eligible for ROP screening were screened.

RESULTS:

Total 39/122 screened neonates had laser for Type 1 ROP, and 22/39 (56.4%) had aggressive ROP (AROP). The average birth weight (BW) was 1803.87 g, and the average gestational age was 34 weeks. Respiratory distress, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, sepsis, and apnea were present in 57.3%, 13%, 52.5%, and 25.4%, respectively. Sight-threatening ROP was present in 50% below 28+6 weeks, 27% between 29 and 30+6 weeks, 52% between 31 and 33+6 weeks, and 15% with gestation >34 weeks. Two babies with Type 1 ROP weighed >2 kg and one had AROP. Upon regression analysis, BW <1500 g, gestation <32 weeks, oxygen >48 h, clinical sepsis, total SNCU stay >14 days, continuous positive airway pressure support with oxygen >50%, and >10 days to achieve full feeds were associated with severe ROP. Caffeine to treat apnea and kangaroo mother care reduced ROP. None had short-term unfavorable outcome.

CONCLUSION:

With similar infrastructure and work force shortage in most SNCUs, these findings can be generalized. The burden of Type 1 and AROP is increasing, as seen in higher gestation and BWs. This needs revision of ROP screening criteria at local and national level. It is crucial to emphasize on the importance of pediatrician and ophthalmologist collaboration, early ROP screening, diagnosis, and treatment to stop disease progression to severe ROP.
Solar retinopathy: A literature review
Authors: Jourieh Mohammad
Published: June 2024

Solar retinopathy (SR) refers to retinal injury that results from unprotected excessive exposure to light. It has been associated with direct sungazing, sunbathing, laser pointers, and welding arc exposure. Symptoms are typically bilateral and are characterized by asymmetric decreased vision, central or paracentral scotoma, photophobia, metamorphopsia, and headache. In most cases, recovery occurs spontaneously with no specific treatment within weeks to 6 months after exposure. However, few cases have been reported in the literature using steroids in acute SR because of their anti-inflammatory effects. The aim of this review is to present an update about this entity, describing the pathogenesis, risk factors, and diagnostic methods, with focus on management and outcomes of SR.
Fanconi-Bickel Syndrome: A Rare Etiology of Hypophosphatemic Rickets
Authors: Miah Quddus , Fatema Kanij , Dola Farah Naz , Islam Kazi Ashraful
Published: June 2024

Fanconi-Bickel syndrome (FBS) is a rare type of glycogen storage disease (GSD). Usual presentations of this condition are hepatomegaly, nephropathy, postprandial hyperglycemia, fasting hypoglycemia, developmental delay and growth retardation. An investigation shows rachitic changes with calcinuria, phosphaturia, glycosuria, and metabolic acidosis. Liver biopsy shows features of GSD and whole exome sequencing shows solute carrier family 2, facilitated glucose transporter member 1 gene mutation which encodes glucose transporter (GLUT2). In this study, we present the case of a child who had presented with abdominal distention and rachitic changes and finally diagnosed as FBS. This case report aims to show that hepatomegaly with rachitic features may reveal a rare diagnosis of FBS.
Early Recovery of Acute Kidney Injury in a 14-Year-Old Boy with Steroid-Dependent Nephrotic Syndrome with MesPGN and Crescentic Glomerulonephritis
Authors: Sharmim Shanjida , Uddin Golam Muin , Begum Afroza , Huque Syed Saimul , Jesmin Tahmina
Published: June 2024

Acute kidney injury (AKI) is one of the common complications of steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome (SSNS) in children. Therefore, many factors are associated with to development of AKI in SSNS like hypovolemia, infection, use of multiple drugs, and histopathological pattern of the disease process itself. Here, we are reporting a 14-and-half-year-old boy of steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome and histopathologically mesangioproliferative glomerulonephritis with crescentic glomerulonephritis who developed AKI, which was rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis like presentation 11 years after the diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome.
Relation of Urinary Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin (NGAL) with Renal Involvement in Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients
Authors: Ferdous Ellen , Sonia Sanjida Parvin , Islam Mohammed Mahbubul , Talukder Manik Kumar , Islam Mohammad Imnul
Published: June 2024

Background:

Approximately 60%–80% of pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus (pSLE) patients have renal involvement during their disease course. Several potential urinary biomarkers have been identified to predict renal involvement. Among them, urinary neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) has been associated with renal involvement, renal flare, and disease activity in pSLE patients.

Objective:

This study aims to assess the urinary NGAL levels and its association with renal involvement in pSLE patients.

Materials and Methods:

This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Paediatric Rheumatology Division, Department of Paediatrics, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, from August 2019 to October 2020. In this study, 40 pSLE patients, including 18 renal pSLE and 22 non-renal pSLE patients, were included. In addition, 16 age- and sex-matched healthy children were recruited as controls. Detailed history, examination, and routine laboratory investigations, along with urinary NGAL, were conducted at the time of enrollment.

Results:

The mean age of the pSLE patients was 12.05 years, with 82.5% being female and a female-to-male ratio of 4.7:1. Among pSLE patients with renal involvement, all patients had proteinuria, followed by edema, hematuria, and hypertension. Urinary NGAL levels were significantly higher in pSLE patients with renal involvement compared to healthy controls and pSLE patients without renal involvement. A significant positive correlation was observed between 24 h urinary total protein (UTP) with urinary NGAL (r = 0.526, P = 0.02) in pSLE patients with renal involvement.

Conclusion:

Urinary NGAL levels were significantly higher in pSLE patients with renal involvement and positively correlated with 24 h UTP in pSLE patients with renal involvement.
Quantum fluctuations of many-body dynamics around the Gross–Pitaevskii equation
Authors: Caraci Cristina , Oldenburg Jakob , Schlein Benjamin
Published: June 2024

We consider the evolution of a gas of

N

bosons in the three-dimensional Gross–Pitaevskii regime (in which particles are initially trapped in a volume of order one and interact through a repulsive potential with scattering length of order

1/N

). We construct a quasi-free approximation of the many-body dynamics, whose distance to the solution of the Schrödinger equation converges to zero, as

N \to \infty

, in the

L^{2} (\mathbb{R}^{3N})

-norm. To achieve this goal, we let the Bose–Einstein condensate evolve according to a time-dependent Gross–Pitaevskii equation. After factoring out the microscopic correlation structure, the evolution of the orthogonal excitations of the condensate is governed instead by a Bogoliubov dynamics, with a time-dependent generator quadratic in creation and annihilation operators. As an application, we show a central limit theorem for fluctuations of bounded observables around their expectation with respect to the Gross–Pitaevskii dynamics.
The shadow of Somalia is not the reason for the international neglect in the 1994 Rwandan genocide
Authors: Theophilus Makama Funom
Published: June 2024

The100-day Rwandan killings in 1994 took approximately 800,000 lives and displaced about 2 million people. The United States and the International Community have been blamed for this ‘catastrophic snub’ and stake holders in International Relations have argued that the reason behind this is ‘the shadow of Somalia’ or ‘Mogadishu syndrome’ during which 18 U.S Soldiers were killed, and scores injured in an UN-peace keeping exercise in Mogadishu. This paper critically analyses these two events to indicate that the events in Somalia have very little influence on the international community’s neglect on Rwanda. It is also paramount to note that external influences from the same international community played crucial roles in the genocide, making it even clearer why such an excuse will stand. This review is therefore aimed at critically analysing these separate events in the two African nations to indicate that the events in Somalia had very little influence on the decision of the international community to totally neglect Rwanda, especially if the UNISOM II operations had learnt from UNITAF and operated differently from the way it did; also putting into consideration, the UN, Belgium, France and the United States who played crucial roles in letting the genocide happen.
Analysis of the effects of fertility on maternal health status in Namibia
Authors: Amwaama Dortea , Ngeh Tingum Ernest
Published: June 2024

The study investigates the impact of fertility on maternal health in Namibia, utilizing data from the 2013 Namibia Demographic and Health Survey. First, a Zero-Inflated Poisson model is applied to analyze how socio-economic factors affect fertility. Second, a Linear Probability Model is utilized to assess the correlation between fertility and maternal health status. To address potential endogeneity in the fertility variable within the maternal health model, instrumental variable methods are employed, specifically, Two-Stage Least Squares (2SLS) and a Heteroscedasticity-based Instrumental Variable Approach. Contraceptive usage is utilized as an instrumental variable for fertility in the 2SLS, and the Heteroscedasticity-based Instrumental Approach is used for robustness checks. The findings indicate that factors such as mother's age, marital status, household size, and contraceptive usage are positively linked to fertility. Conversely, urban residency, education, and radio listenership exhibit negative associations with fertility. Regarding maternal health status, the results suggest that higher fertility elevates women's body mass index and decreases the likelihood of being underweight. The study recommends investing in maternal education and promoting family planning awareness programs in Namibia.
Influence of stakeholder involvement on performance of world food programme projects in Juba, South Sudan.
Authors: Tim Malual, Stephen , Karimi Silas Stella , Nduta Njoroge Naomi
Published: June 2024

The paper investigates the influence of stakeholder involvement on performance of world food programme projects in Juba, South Sudan. The study was guided by the Stakeholder Theory. The target population consisted of 113 individuals associated with World Food Programme (WFP) projects in Juba, South Sudan including WFP employees, local leaders and organizational partners, beneficiaries, government entities at various levels, and international partners, including donors and NGOs. Stratified random sampling method was used to determine an appropriate sample size from the target population of 113 individuals involved with World Food Programme (WFP) projects in Juba, South Sudan. To achieve a 95% confidence level with a 5% margin of error, the sample size was calculated to be approximately 87 participants. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and interviews. Quantitative data underwent analysis, including descriptive and inferential statistics like Pearson correlations and regression analysis, using SPSS version 27. Stakeholder involvement emerged as a crucial factor in WFP project performance. The study reveals that stakeholder involvement positively impacts the performance of World Food Programme (WFP) projects in Juba, South Sudan. The effective involvement of WFP employees in project planning contributes to better project execution, ifstakeholders are adequately consulted, although there is room for more comprehensive engagement. Beneficiaries' needs are well understood and addressed, enhancing project relevance and sustainability. Government entitiesprovide timely support, aligning projects with national policies, while international partners contribute effectively through funding and expertise, ensuring project viability. The study recommends increasing the depth and breadth of stakeholder consultation throughout project implementation, involving more structured meetings with local leaders, community representatives, and organizational partners. Implementing robust feedback mechanisms to continually assess and respond to beneficiaries' needs is essential. Encouraging greater communityinvolvement in decision-making processes by establishing advisory boards and including local representatives in planning committees will build local ownership.
Influence of non-physical disciplinary methods on secondary schools students in Kisii central sub-county, Kenya
Authors: Moseti Matara Robinson , Evans Apoko Monda
Published: June 2024

This study investigated the efficacy of non-physical modes of punishment in addressing secondary school student discipline in Kisii Central Sub-County, Kenya, following the ban on corporal punishment in 2001. The research aims to identify effective non-physical disciplinary methods, understand the influence of the school environment on student behavior, assess the effectiveness of different punishment modalities, and propose preventive measures for addressing indiscipline. Utilizing Bentham's Utilitarian Theory of Punishment as a framework, the study employs a survey design to capture real-life experiences of teachers and students. Data from 45 secondary schools, 45 principals, 45 heads of department of guidance and counseling, 310 teachers, and 15,000 students were collected through questionnaires. Descriptive statistics were employed for data analysis, revealing a belief among respondents that the rise in student indiscipline is linked to the corporal punishment ban. However, non- physical modes of punishment were generally considered effective, particularly guidance and counseling. The findings underscore the importance of investing in counseling services to address students' psychological and emotional needs, thus fostering positive behaviors and maintaining school order. This research contributes to the existing knowledge base and lays groundwork for further studies in the field of student discipline management.
Influence of culture in mitigating inter-ethnic conflicts in Mount Elgon sub-county, Kenya
Authors: K. Waluke John , Obondi Nyandoro Kefa
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study, is to look into the role of cultural practices in mitigating inter-ethnic conflict in Mount Elgon Sub-County, Bungoma County, Kenya. The objective of the study was to assess the influence of culture on mitigating inter-ethnic conflicts in Mount Elgon sub-county, Bungoma. This study adopted a descriptive survey research design to obtain in-depth information on the role of cultural practices in mitigating inter-ethnic conflicts in Mount Elgon Sub-County. Itemployed a mixed methods approach with a target population of approximately 34,904 adults above the age of 18 years from Mount Elgon Sub County. The sample size for the study was determined using Krejcie and Morgan sampling tables which gave 379 respondents. Interviews, focused group discussions and questionnaires were used in collecting data which was largely qualitative. The raw data was categorized through tabulation and coding. Descriptive statistics as well as thematic analysis were used in presenting research findings. The study established that cultural aspects such as language, marriage and initiation can have negative influence on conflict mitigation and is a trigger to inter-ethnic conflicts. Residents of Mount Elgon Sub County are willing to support police initiative to mitigate inter-ethnic conflicts, and the adoption of community-oriented policy making can have a positive influence on inter-ethnic conflict mitigation. It is hoped that the study finding will benefit a number of stakeholders including peace promoters, county government of Bungoma planners, peace experts and conflict resolutionprofessionals in Mount Elgon Sub-County and other areas within Kenya, Africa and the world at large as well as contribute to already existing pull of knowledge in the area of development studies while providing a fertile material for literature review by those who will do similar or related studies.
We urgently need multiple knowledges to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Dawha Emmanuel M.K.
Published: June 2024

This editorial calls on the United Nations, political leaders, and development professionals to recognize explicitly that knowledge and  knowledge management are of key importance to the achievement of the SDGs and Agenda 2030 and to adopt the knowledgebased  goals of the Agenda Knowledge for Development. It is being published simultaneously in knowledge management and development  journals around the world.
Information Needs and Seeking Behaviour of Final Year Students of a Specialized University in Nigeria
Authors: Ogo Emuejevoke Paul , Uchendu Benedicta Okechukwu
Published: June 2024

This study examined the information needs and seeking behaviour of final-year students of the Federal University of Petroleum  Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), Nigeria. The study seeks to identify their information needs, the purpose for which they seek information,  sources of information consulted and challenges faced when seeking information. It employed the use of descriptive survey research  design. The total population for this study is 1642, comprising all final-year students of FUPRE in the 2022/2023 academic session. The  purposive sampling technique was used, where 50% of the entire population was selected giving a sample size of 821. A questionnaire  was used to elicit data from the respondents, while simple percentage and frequency counts were used to analyze the data generated.  The findings suggest that final-year students majorly seek information related to academic development/course work, project writing/ defense, job-related information, and business/wealth creation. It also revealed that class assignments, examinations, project writing,  self-development, and health-related reasons are the purposes they seek information. The major sources of information they consult are  Google, other search engines, lecture notes, friends, and colleagues. However, the study identifies an uncomfortable library environment,  lack of internet access in the library, too much information to deal with, lack of time, and poor facilities in the library as the  major challenges they face while seeking information. It is therefore recommended that the university should provide an enabling  environment for the students to access and use the library services as well as an internet connection to access a wide range of resources.
Digital Literacy Skills and Assistive Technology Use as Enabler for Academic Performance of Visually Impaired Students at the Nigerian Law School
Authors: Ozor Stella , Dodo Martins , Bana Dorcas
Published: June 2024

Education is a tool that empowers individual irrespective of gender, age, status or appearance. Academic institutions serve as channels  through which formal education is acquired. This paper discusses the need to have a passionate consideration for the visually impaired  students of the Nigerian Law School who aspire to become legal practitioners. Digital literacy skill is the ability to use digital technologies  for information exchange across digital platforms by the visually impaired was discussed. Emphasize is laid on the need for assistive  technologies such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, software for speech recognition, software that translates written text into audio  files, optical character recognition software, etc were highlighted. These technologies enhance the academic performance of the visually  impaired students, helping them to study with ease and less stress. Role of the teacher was also considered to be that of a care giver,  supporter and an influencer who assists the students to measure up academically through teacher-student relationship. The challenges  faced by the visually impaired students were also looked into. Some of the challenges include; inadequate trained personnel to teach,  infrastructural deficit, stigmatization, isolation and lack of well-equipped laboratories and libraries. It is recommended that laws, policies  and rules relating to the implementation of infrastructure in institutions of learning should be enforced, training of lecturers and  librarians on how provide assistance to the visually impaired should be considered, libraries and classrooms should be well equipped to  meet the needs of the students were highlighted among others.
Vaccine Hesitancy in Nigeria: Overcoming Cultural, Linguistic and Religious Obstacles
Authors: Agbede Grace Temiloluwa , Emezirinwune Dominica , Adedokun Theophilus , Idowu-Collins Patricia
Published: June 2024

Vaccine hesitancy poses a significant challenge to public health efforts in Nigeria, a country characterized by immense cultural and  linguistic diversity. The interactions among linguistic obstacles, cultural and religious beliefs, and historical elements that lead to vaccine  hesitancy among Nigeria's many ethnic groups are examined in this review article. It analyzes the decision-making processes and  information needs of Nigerian parents regarding childhood vaccinations. The article evaluates the effectiveness of existing vaccine  promotion interventions and communication strategies, highlighting successes, limitations, and areas for improvement. By consolidating  research findings, the review aims to inform the development of culturally appropriate and context-specific approaches to address  vaccine hesitancy and enhance vaccine uptake in Nigeria. Recommendations emphasize formative research, community engagement,  capacity building for healthcare workers, and the strategic use of diverse communication channels to reach diverse populations with  tailored vaccination information and support.
Design and Development of an e-Library Management Solution at Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Nigeria
Authors: Onwueme George Azubuike , Ogunnusi Simeon Olumide , Lambert Kekebou Erefaghe October , Olaiya Babayemi Samuel
Published: June 2024

The design and development of an e-library management solution at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny Rivers State, Nigeria  was a project aimed at improving access and taking better control of the growing collection of Electronic Information Resources (EIRs)  acquired over the recent years. The elibrary management solution provides a web-based platform that allows students and staff to access  the library’s collection of electronic information resources remotely from any location, at any time.The solution was developed  using a waterfall software development methodology, which involved the stages of requirements gathering, analysis and design,  implementation, testing, and maintenance. The solution was also developed using open source technologies, which has helped in  reducing the cost of development and maintenance. The e-library management solution includes features such as online catalogues, e- books, e-journals, online renewals, and online reservations. The solution also provides a platform for students and staff to interact with  the library through online chat and email, making it easier for them to get assistance with their research needs.The project was  implemented by a team of software developers and professional librarians who worked together to ensure that the e-library  management solution meets the needs of the institution. The project is expected to improve the efficiency of library operations, increase  user satisfaction, and enhance the learning experience of staff and students at the Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny
Organizational Culture and Turnover Intention of Librarians in Southern Nigeria
Authors: Fasola Omobolanle Seri , Popoola Sunday Olanrewaju
Published: June 2024

This study sets out to investigate the relationship between organisational culture of university libraries and turnover intention of  librarians in private universities in southern Nigerian. Type of culture, bond that binds, organisational structure and leadership style were  the constructs of organisational culture investigated. The research design employed is the survey of the correlational type. The  population are all the librarians in these private university libraries making a total of 308. Census sampling technique was used to study  all of the librarians in the universities. The questionnaire was the instrument of data collection. Data collection was done by physically  administering the questionnaire to the respondents with the help of three research assistants over a four-week period. Total returned  questionnaire found usable was 289. Data from the research questions was analysed using frequency count and simple statistics while  the hypothesis posed was tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC). Findings revealed that the predominant culture of  the private universities studies is the Adhocracy culture with mean of ( x̄ = 15.61, SD = 4.60). Turnover intention of librarians was also  shown to be high with mean of (x̄ = 46.46, SD = 5.87). organisational structure was controlled and structures with a mean of ( x̄ =3.14;  SD=0.60); predominant leadership style was found to be transformational ( x̄=3.04; SD=0.64) while the bonds that holds was ( x̄ =3.12;  SD=0.50). It is recommended that library management of private universities should formulate policies that enhance bonding, structure,   leadership and culture type in order to reduce turnover intention and stem actual turnover.
IPOB sit at home order in South Eastern Nigeria: Its perlocutionary effect for peacebuilding and sustainability.
Authors: Igwedibia Adaoma , Ekeh Greg , Esimone Chinyere
Published: June 2024

Biafra has been a crying nation since 1967. Researchers have done a lot of studies on the evils and neglect done to the people of Biafra. Biafra had previously existed as an Independent Multi-ethnic Republic consisting of the Igbo, Ijaw, Efik and Ibibio people and was declared by Lieutenant Colonel Odumegwu Ojukwu for three years, 1967 through 1970. Since the creation of Biafra, the government of Nigeria has never been at peace with Biafran ideology. This has resulted to war, conflict, marginalization and negligence. Many protest groups from the South-East have emerged to defend the faith of the Biafrans in all of these. IPOB being one of these groups has indulged in peaceful protest to reclaim the Biafrans’ positions in Nigeria. Sit-at-home order is one of their strategies to state their plights. People of South East have been reacting to this order differently. The order has positive and negative effect on the masses. But the IPOB believes that adherence to this order will help in bringing and sustaining peace among the Nigerian Nation either by Biafran sessession or by giving Ndigbo the sense of belonging in Nigeria. This research intends to study IPOB Sit-At-Home Order in South Eastern Nigeria: Its Perlocutionary effect for Peacebuilding and Sustainability within the ambit of Austin’s Speech Act in Pragmatics.
Integración de la Inteligencia Artificial en la educación superior: un análisis bibliométrico de la literatura reciente
Authors: Piarpuezán Calderón Jennyfer Andrea , Acosta Apolo Nora Patricia , Rojas Escandón Juan Diego , Gómez Luján Martín
Published: June 2024

En el actual panorama de la educación superior, la inteligencia artificial (IA) surge como una herramienta de gran potencial para revolucionar el aprendizaje, especialmente en la educación superior. Se aborda cuestiones problemáticas relacionadas con la IA en la educación superior, como los riesgos éticos, los prejuicios que afectan a la equidad y el cambio de la función habitual del maestro a la de facilitador provoca preocupaciones sobre la preservación de la calidad de la enseñanza y las relaciones interpersonales. En el presente estudio se realizó un análisis bibliométrico con el objetivo de examinar la integración de la IA en la educación, identificando diversas aplicaciones y perspectivas emergentes. La metodología usada para la investigación consistió en una búsqueda de artículos científicos en SCOPUS, de las cuales se obtuvo 3339 artículos de investigación como de revisión de los años 2022 a 2024. Entre los beneficios clave se encuentran la capacidad de personalización del aprendizaje y la implementación de sistemas de evaluación automatizada, lo cual puede aumentar la eficiencia y la precisión en los procesos educativos. A su vez, el estudio enfatiza la necesidad de abordar desafíos tanto técnicos como éticos para garantizar el uso responsable y eficaz de la IA. El análisis documental permitió identificar la importancia de una estrategia integral para maximizar el potencial transformador de la inteligencia artificial en entornos educativos, sugiriendo direcciones para futuras investigaciones y aplicaciones prácticas.
Optimizando la experiencia de aprendizaje en Ciencias Naturales: una integración estratégica de herramientas educativas digitales
Authors: Garcia Salinas Jessica Alexandra , Rivera Pilamunga Margoth Silvana , Buñay Gualacio Fabiola Beatriz , Lapo Fernández Jury Marisela
Published: June 2024

El artículo presenta un análisis realizado en la Unidad Educativa Gabriela Mistral, el cual aborda el impacto del uso de herramientas digitales en el proceso de enseñanza. El objetivo de la investigación consiste en describir y examinar las prácticas de uso de herramientas y plataformas digitales para la enseñanza de Ciencias Naturales de los estudiantes de séptimo grado. La investigación se sustenta en un instrumento que consta de una encuesta digital tipo Likert aplicada a los estudiantes de la respectiva Unidad Educativa. Metodológicamente, se empleó la prueba de hipótesis no parametrica U de Mann-Whitney y técnicas estadísticas como las medidas de tendencia central y la correlación de Pearson aplicado a una muestra de 108 estudiantes. Además, los resultados obtenidos indican que existe una de correlación de 0,92; por lo tanto, se observa una relación positiva fuerte, es decir, sí existe una asociación directa entre el uso de las herramientas digitales con respecto a su aplicación dentro del proceso. En conclusión, la evaluación del uso de herramientas digitales, como Edmodo, en la enseñanza de Ciencias Naturales respalda la efectividad y aceptación positiva de la integración de tecnología educativa. La alta confiabilidad del instrumento utilizado refuerza la consistencia de la implementación, indicando un impacto positivo en los estudiantes.
Estilos de aprendizaje y el éxito académico en estudiantes universitarios del siglo XXI: un análisis bibliométrico
Authors: Jardón Gallegos María del Carmen , Medina-Romero Miguel , Díaz Martínez José Vicente , Pérez Zúñiga Eber Jardiel
Published: June 2024

El estudio entre el estilo de aprendizaje de los estudiantes universitarios y su rendimiento académico en el siglo XXI es importante para mejorar los métodos de enseñanza y promover la inclusión educativa. El objetivo de este estudio es revisar la información entre el estilo de aprendizaje de los estudiantes universitarios y su rendimiento académico, centrándose en identificar patrones y tendencias a partir de una revisión sistemática de la literatura existente. Se empleó una metodología de revisión sistemática, realizando una búsqueda en bases de datos académicas (SCOPUS) utilizando términos clave relacionados con el tema. Se aplicaron criterios de inclusión y exclusión para seleccionar estudios relevantes, trabajando con 2.050 artículos del año 2019 al 2024 y se extrajeron datos sobre el estilo de aprendizaje y el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes. Los resultados obtenidos revelaron una correlación significativa entre ciertos estilos de aprendizaje y el rendimiento académico en estudiantes universitarios del siglo XXI. En particular, se observó que los estudiantes con preferencia por el estilo de aprendizaje reflexivo mostraron un rendimiento académico más alto en comparación con aquellos con preferencia por el estilo activo. Estos hallazgos tienen importantes implicaciones para la práctica educativa, ya que sugieren que adaptar los métodos de enseñanza y los recursos didácticos según los estilos de aprendizaje de los estudiantes universitarios para el éxito académico.
SPECIFICITIES OF PRIVATE DETECTIVE ACTIVITIES SUPERVISION BY THE POLICE IN SERBIA
Authors:   Ministry of Interior of Republic of Serbia, Leštanin Branko , Nikač Željko ,   Belgrade University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies
Published: June 2024

The private security sector in Serbia is gaining more and more importance in terms of overall security. A smaller segment of private security consists of private detective services. In the paper, the authors explore the specifics of the supervision of private detective activities by the police in Serbia, using the normative and observational methods. Analyzing the domestic and foreign literature in this area, the authors give an overview of the concept and types of supervision of private detective’s activity based on inspection supervision, and in the following they explore the supervision procedure itself. A special segment consists of the analysis of documents that are created during the supervision process and that are issued to a private detective. It is concluded that the supervision of privete detective activity represents a special type (sui generis) of supervision carried out by the police, who in that procedure have the right to apply administrative and factual coercion (force) as ultima ratio. The report on supervision is a public document and is the most important procedural document that is drawn up in the procedure of supervision of private detective activity.
INTERCEPTION OF COMMUNICATIONS IN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS AND PROVING THE RAPE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Turanjanin Veljko
Published: June 2024

In the paper, the author analyzes interception of telecommunications in criminal proceedings. Primarily, it analyzes the normative framework and explains how different types of services related to telecommunications can be demanded in criminal proceedings. It places a special emphasis on the protection of human rights when applying the special evidentiary action of secret surveillance of communications. Then the author analyzes the use of mobile traffic in the investigation of the crime of rape. The author tests two hypotheses. The first hypothesis considers that the content of mobile communication can be evidence when proving the mentioned criminal act. The second hypothesis assumes the use of locating the location of the mobile phone and linking the perpetrator to the place of the crime. By analyzing the judicial practice, the author confirms both hypotheses
THE ROLE OF THE COMMUNITY IN IDENTIFYING AND DETERMINING THE PRIORITIES OF POLICE WORK IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Šebek Vladimir
Published: June 2024

Information obtained by community is a valuable foundation of the community policing model. This model, at theoretical and rhetorical level, urges the creation of intelligence community generated information, which, according to intention of data collection, should be used to solve local problems and determine the priorities of policing in the local community. This kind of alleged service activities of the police in the local community is a prominent issue and requires a discussion about the role of the community in identifying and determining priorities, and how these are translated into operational decisions and deployment of police resources. Therefore, this paper explores the conceptual foundations of community policing as a key component of the modern police reform agenda, models for generating information in the community, the role of the community and the role of the police in the local community. It concludes with a critical discussion on the concept of practical generation and usage of community information in defining priorities. We conclude that defining the role of the community and the role of the police can significantly limit or improve the process of identification and determination of priorities, which in turn directly affects the possibilities of resource allocation as a form of police service in the local community.
The Application of Nanotechnology on Plant Nutrition and Agriculture: A Review
Authors: Demirkıran Ali Rıza , Sohrabi Malake
Published: June 2024

Nanotechnology is one of the most versatile emerging technologies, based on producing and utilizing structures of materials possessing dimensions less than 100 nanometers. It is an interdisciplinary field, and its applications in various sciences and industries are expanding rapidly. Industrial agriculture is among the important experiencing swift advancements in nanotechnology. Industrial sectors have seen swift advancements in nanotechnology, which have led to significant advancements in various branches of this industry. In the field of soil science, nanotechnology is being used for effective plant nutrition management through the use of nanofertilizers, controlling soil-borne diseases with nanopesticides, remediation of salinity and removal of pollutants from soil using nanoparticles and porous nanosorbents, enhancing soil moisture retention capacity through superabsorbent nanomaterials, stabilizing erodible soils using nanosilicates and nanopolymers, and providing various chemical and biosensors for precise soil measurement. Despite all these capabilities, the application of nanotechnology in soil faces challenges such as uncertainty lack of knowledge regarding the environmental risks, complex behavior in heterogeneous soil environments, and expensive synthesis and analytical methods of nanomaterials.