bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Gender differences in credit acquisition techniques of rural dwellers in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State
Authors: Taiwo A. M. , Komolafe O. D. , Amoo Z.O. , Oladeji J. O. , Agbotiremasa J. E.
Published: April 2024

The study assessed gender differences in creditacquisitiontechniques of rural dwellers in Obafemi Owode Local Government Areaof Ogun state. A multistage sampling procedure was used to select respondentsfor the study. Datawerecollected with the aid of structured questionnairecovering respondents’socioeconomic characteristics, sources of information, constraints faced and credit sources available. Data were analyzed using percentages, frequencies and t-test. Result of analysis showedthat the mean ages were 43 and 40 for malesand females, 51.5% and 38.5%of malesand femaleshad access to credit facilities. Farming was a major (64.7% and 76.9%) source of income in the study area. Farm organization was the major source of information, ̅= 2.53 and ̅=2.58 in the study area. Major constraints faced by maleswere time wasting and undue embarrassment ̅= 2.93 while high interest rate ̅= 2.88 constrained the femalesmost. Family was the major source of credit, ̅=2.9 for both males and females. There was a significant difference (t= 0.96, p< 0.05) in credit acquisition from money lenders between malesand females.The study concluded that respondents mostly acquired credits from family sources, hence, recommended that strings and barriers be lessened to enable respondents have access to formal credit sources.
Sexual dimorphism on body weight and some conformation traits of Ross 308 broiler chickens using Principal Component Analysis
Authors: Amao S. R.
Published: April 2024

The useof principal component analysis (PCA) is a occurrence in analysis of relationship between scores of variables in domestic animalsand could assist in selection and breeding programme of such animals.The study adopted the PCAin describing the growth traits of male and female Ross 308 broiler chickens. A total of 100 males and 100 females Ross 308 broiler chickens were used for the study. Traits measured were body weight(BW), body length (BL), keel length (KL), thigh length (TL) and wing length (WL).The descriptive statistics indicated that the average BW (2161.68g), BL (22.22cm), KL (16.53cm), TL (16.52cm), WL (21.10cm) and SL (18.32cm) were obtained for males Ross 308 broiler chicken while BW (2059.22g), BL (21.56cm), KL (15.99cm), TL (16.27cm), WL (20.83cm) and SL (17.89cm) were obtained for females Ross 308 broiler chicken. The correlation coefficient observed varied from r=0.78 to r=0.97 and r=0.78 to r=0.95 for male and female Ross 308 broiler chickens respectively were positive and highly significant (P<0.01). The PCA results revealed that three principal components were extracted for the broiler chicken explaining 98.64% and 97.63% of the total variation in the original variable for both male and female Ross 308 broiler chickenrespectively while PC1 of both chickens accounted for 92.905% and 91.04% respectively.However, Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO)valuesof 0.912 and 0.875 for male and female chickens respectively were termed to be Marvelous and Meritorious with Bartlett’s test of 2418.795g at determinants0.88E for both male and female Ross 308 broiler chicken. These components could be a template for selection criteria growth traits in male and female broiler chickens.
Participation of cocoa farmers in farmers field school in Idanre Local Government area of Ondo State, Nigeria
Authors: Chete O.B., , Olagunju O O. , Olaniyan O. A. , Omoruyi S.
Published: April 2024

This study investigated the participation of cocoa farmers in farmers’ field school (FFS) in Idanre local government area of Ondo state. A multistage sampling procedure was employed for the survey of the farmers. The data collected was analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages and means. The analysis of the socio-economic characteristics of the farmers revealed that about one-third (36.7 percent) of the cocoa farmers were aged 51 years and over, indicating an aging workforce, while 48.3 percent of them were married. About 29.2 percent of the respondents had secondary school education, 44.2% had household sizes of between 3 and 5, and 30.8% had farm sizes of between 2 and 2.9 hectares. Major factors determining participation in FFS were age, level of education, credit sources and extension contacts. Farmers participated highly in land preparation while level of participation is low in control of pests and diseases. Severe constraints faced were lack of skilled trainers and time-consuming sessions. There was a significant relationship between socio economic characteristics and participation in FFS. There is the need to strengthen farmer-based groups to serve as platforms for disseminating extension services information to farmers which could engender the participation of members in farmers’ field school. Moreover, the relevant authorities should provide farmers with credit facilities to enable them to purchase productive resources such as land.
Efficacy of plant extracts in the control of rodent infestations and their effects on the nutritional contents of sweet potato tuber
Authors: Alao F.O, , Olaniran O.A. , Yusuf S.Y. , Gbadegesin O.J , Adebayo T.A
Published: April 2024

Theuse of plant extracts has been described ascredible alternative to synthetic insecticides in theprotection of field crops. This research work was conducted at Teaching and Research Farm, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology during the planting seasons of 2015 and 2016 to determine the efficacy of plant extracts –Tephrosia vogelii, Moringa oleiferia, Petiveriaalliaceaand Annona squamosa in the control of rodent infestation. The experiment was arranged in a randomized complete block design and each treatment was replicated three times. Synthetic insecticide (Lambdachyalothrin) and control were included in the experiment for comparison. Data were collected on plant stands attacked, vine length, yield and nutritional components of sweet potato tuber. The result showed that plant extracts treated sweet potato plants had significant lower rodent infestations when compared with unsprayed plant stands. Also, applied treatmentshad no negative effect on the vine length meanwhile yield obtained from botanical insecticides treated plants was two times higher than that of untreated plants which had the least tuber yield (0.90 t/ha).The tested plant extracts significantly improved the proximate contents of the harvested sweet potato tubers.Therefore, these plant extracts can be used in the field management of rodent infestation without any adverse effects on the nutritional components of the sweet potato tuber.
Developing Intercultural Competence Through Short-Term Study Abroad Programs: A Qualitative Case Study
Authors: Nolan Margaret Arrison , Hickman Peggy
Published: April 2024

The globalization of business, education, and other sectors has illuminated the need for institutions of higher education to prepare students to adapt, interact, and perform in culturally diverse environments (Arnett, 2002; Brislin & Yoshida, 1994; Elmuti et al., 2005; Williams et al., 2017). Utilizing the conceptual framework of Deardorff’s (2006) Intercultural Competence Model (ICM), this qualitative case study explored undergraduate students’ development of intercultural competence (IC) resulting from their participation in two different short-term study abroad programs (STSA) while enrolled at a specific U.S.-based university. Nine themes emerged that supported and enriched Deardorff’s ICM. Findings provided a more holistic comprehension of IC by capturing students’ own words, oral stories, descriptions, and feelings about their shared STSA experiences. Findings further identified students’ perceptions of the role that varied pedagogy played in their development of IC through STSA.
Abstract in Spanish
La globalización de los negocios, la educación y otros sectores ha puesto de relieve la necesidad de que las instituciones de educación superior preparen a los estudiantes para adaptarse, interactuar y desempeñarse en entornos culturalmente diversos (Arnett, 2002; Brislin & Yoshida, 1994; Elmuti et al., 2005); Williams et al., 2017). Utilizando el marco conceptual del Modelo de Competencia Intercultural (ICM) de Deardorff (2006), este estudio de caso cualitativo exploró el desarrollo de la competencia intercultural (CI) de estudiantes universitarios como resultado de su participación en dos programas diferentes de estudios a corto plazo en el extranjero (“short-term study abroad”; STSA) mientras estaban matriculados en una universidad específica en EE. UU. Surgieron nueve temas que apoyaron y enriquecieron el ICM de Deardorff. Los hallazgos proporcionaron una comprensión más holística de la CI al capturar las propias palabras, historias orales, descripciones y sentimientos de los estudiantes sobre sus experiencias STSA compartidas. Los hallazgos identificaron además las percepciones de los estudiantes sobre el papel que desempeñaba la pedagogía variada en su desarrollo de CI a través de STSA.
PEMBERDAYAAN KAUM DIFABEL DALAM MEMBANGUN INDUSTRI KREATIF DI YOGYAKARTA
Authors: Syahril Megawati , Redaputri Appin Purisky
Published: April 2024

Program pemberdayaan ini merupakan salah satu program yang juga turut meramaikan UMKM yang fokus pada industri kreatif di Yogyakarta. Seperti kita tahu, UMKM menjadi salah satu penopang perekonomian Indonesia. Apalagi UMKM yang fokus pada sosial seperti ini atau disebu sebagai Sociopreneur. Dimana pendiri usaha tidak hanya berorientasi profit, tetpai juga memberdayakan kaum difabel sebagai tujuan sosialnya. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat dalam hal ini dilakukan dengan memberdayakan pengrajin industri kreatif yaitu kaum difabel yang diberikan pelatihan dan workshop produksi berbagai produk kreatif dengan berbahan dasar kulit dan non kulit. Bersama dengan brand Sagata, produk kreatif hasil para pengrajin khususnya kaum difabel bisa diakui dan merambah pada pasar nasional bahkan Internasional. Sehingga akan meningkatkan pendapatan dan taraf hidup dari para pengrajin difabel.
A New Representation for Slant Curves in Sasakian 3-Manifolds
Authors: Ateş Osman , Gök İsmail , Yaylı Yusuf
Published: April 2024

In this paper, we define a new kind of curve called $N$-slant curve whose principal normal vector field makes a constant angle with the Reeb vector field $\xi$ in Sasakian $3$-manifolds. Then, we give some characterizations of $N$-slant curves in Sasakian $3$-manifolds and we obtain some properties of the curves in $\mathbb{R}^{3}(-3)$. Moreover, we investigate the conditions of $C$-parallel and $C$-proper mean curvature vector fields along $N$-slant curves in Sasakian $3$-manifolds. Finally, we study $N$-slant curves of type $AW(k)$ where k=1,2 or 3.
The role of viral diagnostic tests in respiratory tract infections: moving forward
Authors: Ortíz de Lejarazu Raúl , Eiros José M. , López-Medrano Francisco , Montes Milagros , Tagarro Alfredo , Tomás María
Published: April 2024

The increased knowledge on virology and the increased potential of their diagnostic has risen several relevant question about the role of an early viral diagnosis and potential early treatment on the management of respiratory tract infections (RTI). In order to further understand the role of viral diagnostic tests in the management of RTI, a panel of experts was convened to discuss about their potential role, beyond what had been agreed in Influenza. The objective of this panel was to define the plausible role of aetiologic viral diagnostic into clinical management; make recommendations on the potential expanded use of such tests in the future and define some gaps in the management of RTI. Molecular Infection Viral Diagnostic (mIVD) tests should be used in all adult patients admitted to Hospital with RTI, and in paediatric patients requiring admission or who would be referred to another hospital for more specialised care. The increased use of mIVD will not only reduce the inappropriate use of antibiotics so reducing the antibiotic microbe resistance, but also will improve the outcome of the patient if an aetiologic viral therapy can be warranted, saving resource requirements and improving patient flows. Implementing IVD testing in RTI has various organizational benefits as well, but expanding its use into clinical settings would need a cost-effectiveness strategy and budget impact assessment.
Analyze the Eigenvalues of a Neutral Delay Differential Equation by Employing the Generalized Lambert W Function
Authors: Sasikala K. , Piriadarshani D. , Govindan Vediyappan , Khan M. Ijaz , Gupta Manish , Koryogdiev Artur Zayniddinovich , Mostafa Almetwally M. , AlQahtani Nouf F.
Published: April 2024

In this paper the authors discuss a class of differential equations known as neutral delay differential equations (NDDEs) in which the delay occurs in the derivative with the highest order. They are encountered in various fields of applied sciences and are essential for mathematically representing real-world phenomena. It was challenging to discover approximate analytical solutions for certain methods. In this study, the researchers utilized the generalized Lambert W function to derive the characteristic roots for a first-order neutral delay differential equation featuring random delays. Numerical examples were then utilized to validate the obtained results.
Dynamic Path-Planning Approach of Garbage Cleanup Oriented Unmanned Ship Based on Simplified Flow Velocity Prediction
Authors: Huang Ziyi , Chen Nana , Yan Yangtian , Yan Kai , Chen Xin , Zheng Xianhua , Yin Hankun , Xie Kaixin , Zhang Lin
Published: April 2024

Research on artificial intelligence and robotics for the ecological protection and restoration of waters has increased in importance with the promotion of national green sustainable development strategies. Autonomous Surface Vessel for Water Cleanup (ASV) research has not yet considered the uncertainty of water surface float positioning under complex current fluctuation factors. The result is that ASV has low accuracy in planning water surface float cleaning paths and its efficiency cannot meet the practical application requirements. To solve the above problems, this paper proposes a dynamic path-planning method architecture based on UAV flow velocity prediction for narrow and shallow water environments such as urban rivers and lakes. We have developed a fusion algorithm based on the progressive optimal rapid random search tree (RRT*) algorithm, DWA dynamic window method, and artificial potential field, and we have realized multi-objective water surface floating under uncertain water flow fluctuations. The location prediction of objects and optimum cleaning paths are carried out, and the method verification is carried out through numerical simulations and prototype experiments. Based on simulation and experimental results, the unmanned surface trash cleaning boat is capable of dynamically predicting trash floaters on the water surface under different water flow environments and generating an optimal cleaning path in real-time. It has certain advantages over existing planning methods in terms of accuracy and timeliness and holds significant practical significance.
Teleteaching in paediatric rheumatology: an Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology experience
Authors: Farman Sumaira , Raja Muhammad Kamil Hussain , Ang Elizabeth Y. , Tang Swee-Ping , Ashari Kosar Asna , Khan Saira Elaine Anwer
Published: April 2024

Aim: To evaluate the reach and potential effectiveness of teleteaching of health providers in paediatric rheumatology by observing the pattern of sessions, attendance, and attendees’ feedback in paediatric rheumatology teleteaching sessions across the Asia Pacific region. These were conducted by the Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology (APLAR) Paediatric Rheumatology Special Interest Group (Paeds Rheum SIG) as an APLAR academy activity. Methods: A retrospective, descriptive analysis of electronic records of synchronous telehealth sessions held between July 2021 to July 2023. These followed three formats: case-based webinars, single topic modular online course, and a hybrid one-day short course. The topics of sessions, attendees’ registration details, specifically primary area of practice/specialty, geographic location, and their satisfaction as per feedback forms were noted. Results: Case-based webinars had an average attendance of 200 per webinar: majority adult rheumatologists, paediatric rheumatologists (PRs), or paediatricians. The modular course consisted of nine sessions with an average of 63 participants per session. Specialties comprised PRs, adult rheumatologists with immunologists, and general paediatricians. The one-day hybrid course had over 600 attendees. Attendees were adult rheumatologists, general physicians, paediatricians, and PRs. Although the majority (79.3%) of attendees from these sessions were from APLAR member nation organisations (MNOs), a significant percentage (20.7%) were from non-APLAR MNOs and even non-Asia Pacific regions. The attendees’ feedback for all three formats showed a high level of satisfaction with case-based webinars being most favoured. Conclusions: Teleteaching in paediatric rheumatology has the potential to fulfill the dire need for improved expertise of health professionals managing children with rheumatic diseases. Case-based, interactive sessions of shorter duration and a blended hybrid format may garner the most attendance and best learning outcomes.
Multiracial Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test (MRMET): An inclusive version of an influential measure
Authors: Kim Heesu Ally , Kaduthodil Jasmine , Strong Roger W , Germine Laura T , Cohan Sarah , Wilmer Jeremy B
Published: April 2024

Can an inclusive test of face cognition meet or exceed the psychometric properties of a prominent less inclusive test? Here, we norm and validate an updated version of the influential Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test (RMET), a clinically significant neuropsychiatric paradigm that has long been used to assess theory of mind and social cognition. Unlike the RMET, our Multiracial Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test (MRMET) incorporates racially inclusive stimuli, nongendered answer choices, ground-truth referenced answers, and more accessible vocabulary. We show, via a series of large datasets, that the MRMET meets or exceeds RMET across major psychometric indices. Moreover, the reliable signal captured by the two tests is statistically indistinguishable, evidence for full interchangeability. We thus present the MRMET as a high-quality, inclusive, normed and validated alternative to the RMET, and as a case in point that inclusivity in psychometric tests of face cognition is an achievable aim. The MRMET test and our normative and validation data sets are openly available under a CC-BY-SA 4.0 license at osf.io/ahq6n.
Sosyal Bilimlerde Güncel Araştırma ve İncelemeler VI
Authors: Halil Hüseyin , Erme Ezgi Berte , Çakmak Ahmet Ferda , İlter Ebru , Akca Nesrin , Şahin Yaşar , Akca Candoğan , Sezgin Murat , Özlok Kasım Kağan
Published: April 2024

Bursevî’nin Rûhu’l-Beyân’ı ve El-Cezâirî’nin El-Mevâkıfi’r-Rûhiyye Ve’l-Fuyûzâtu’s-Subûhiyye Adlı Tasavvufî Tefsirlerinin Mukayesesi
Hüseyin HALİL
Havacılıkta Risk Algısı ve Risk Toleransı
Ezgi Berte ERME
Ahmet Ferda ÇAKMAK
Sağlığın Korunması, Geliştirilmesi ve İlgili Uluslararası Bildirgeler
Ebru İLTER
Nesrin AKCA
Yeşil Finans Perspektifinden Havacılıkta Sürdürülebilirlik
Yaşar ŞAHİN
Ahlak Kavramı ve Meslek Etiği
Candoğan AKCA
Murat SEZGİN
Yönetici Desteği Kavramı Üzerine Kuramsal Bir Çalışma
Kasım Kağan ÖZLOK
Тритий. Теория, практика, последствия.
Authors: Чеботина Маргарита Яковлевна , Бондарева Лидия георгиевна , Артамонова Светлана Юрьевна , Тананаев Иван Гундарович
Published: April 2024

Обобщены результаты многолетних исследований по проблеме загрязнения тритием природных водных сред на территории Уральского региона, Сибирского федерального округа (Красноярский край, Республика Якутия — Саха), Семипалатинского испытательного ядерного полигона (Республика Казахстан). Приводятся данные о надфоновом загрязнении тритием различных природных объектов и сред, испытывающих воздействие атомных предприятий, по сравнению
с контрольными территориями. Рассматривается загрязнение водоёмов, рек, болот, дождевых осадков, снежных выпадений, источников питьевого водоснабжения, биологических объектов (водные и наземные растения, рыбы) и мочи людей.
На основе натурных и модельных экспериментов оценивается потенциальный вред здоровью населения при воздействии загрязнённых тритием воздуха, воды, пищи.
Монография представляет интерес для специалистов радиоэкологов и гигиенистов, преподавателей и студентов экологических специальностей, а также для широкого круга читателей, которым не безразличны экологические проблемы наиболее уязвимых в плане тритиевого загрязнения регионов Российской Федерации и стран СНГ, в частности Республики Казахстан.
Supramolecular Assemblies of Donor-Acceptor Stenhouse Adduct Amphiphiles as Macroscopic Soft Scaffolds
Authors: Hung Ka-Lung , Cheung Leong-Hung , Ren Yikun , Chau Ming-Hin , Lam Yan-Yi , Kajitani Takashi , Leung Franco King-Chi
Published: April 2024

Designing photo-harvesting and photoresponsive supramolecular systems in aqueous media, the fabrication of photoswitch as an amphiphilic structure enables non-invasive functional response by photoirradiation. Although most of aqueous supramolecular assemblies across multiple length-scale were driven by high-energy and bio-damaging UV-light, previously we reported donor-acceptor Stenhouse adduct (DASA) amphiphile controlled by while-light. Herein, we present a series of DASA amphiphiles with minor structural modifications on the chain length of alkyl-linker, which connect DASA motif with hydrophilic part. The excellent photoswitchabilities in organic media and photoresponsiveness in aqueous media, driven by visible-light, are revealed with UV-vis absorption spectroscopy. The supramolecular structures are confirmed by electronic microscopies across multiple length-scale, while the supramolecular packing structures at macroscopic length-scale are revealed with X-ray diffraction. Driven by visible-light irradiation, the large geometrical transformations of DASA amphiphiles enable supramolecular transformation at microscopic length-scale, and subsequently disassemble the macroscopic soft scaffolds of DASA amphiphiles. The results indicate the feasibility in developing visible-light controlled macroscopic scaffolds for offering opportunity in fabricating biomedical materials with visible-light controlled microenvironment and future soft robotic systems.
The Relationship between Spiritual Health and Spiritual Care Competencies in Nurses: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Kılınç İşleyen Eda , Akbaş Ebru
Published: April 2024

The aim of this study the effect of spiritual health on spiritual care competencies in nurses and predictors affecting spiritual care competence. The cross-sectional study was conducted with nurses working in a university hospital in 2022 (n=205). Data were collected the “Socio-demographic information form”, “Spiritual Health Scale-Short Form” and “Spiritual Care Competence Scale-Turkish”. The spiritual health (93.81±12.19) and spiritual care competence (105.45±17.10) points of the nurses were moderate level. The spiritual health and spiritual care competencies of the nurses who had a high education level and took courses/trainings on spiritual care were higher. A significant correlation was found between the spiritual health and the spiritual care competence (p<0.05). The increase in spiritual health (β=0.478), age (β=0.583), education level (β=0.204), professional working years (β=0.674) and participation in religious activities (β=0.115) in nurses were determined as predictors of increasing spiritual care competence. The study findings indicate that nurses' spiritual care competence was affected by their spiritual health levels. According to the results of this study, it is necessary to include education and consultancy services to increase/develop spiritual health (to evaluate spiritual needs and support spiritual needs) in the curriculum of nursing students and education seminars for nurses.
Promotion and control of chronic non-communicable diseases in older adults: A Bibliographical Review
Authors: Palomino Castillo Angel Antonio
Published: April 2024

The article responded to a result related to the theoretical underpinnings on: health promotion and control of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases in older adults corresponding to the research project "Promotion and control of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases in older adults of the Clemencia Foundation and the Sofia Ratinoff Asylum in the city of Guayaquil". The promotion and control of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in older adults is fundamental to improve their quality of life and reduce the burden of disease in this population. NCDs, such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, represent a growing challenge in the aging population. Health promotion includes education on healthy lifestyles, such as a balanced diet and regular exercise, as well as prevention of smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Effective control of NCDs involves comprehensive medical care, which may include regular blood pressure monitoring, blood glucose control, and appropriate administration of medications. The implementation of NCD promotion and control programs in older adults requires interdisciplinary coordination and a patient-centered approach, with the aim of improving health and well-being at this stage of life. The research is of the documentary type by addressing a theoretical framework, with a qualitative approach. Theoretical methods used were: analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction from abstract to concrete and descriptive.
Right to water: the situation of the Cuenca canton and the popular consultation
Authors: Paredes Campaña Edison Saul , Pachano Zurita Ana Cristina
Published: April 2024

Popular consultation in the basin stands out as a crucial pillar for safeguarding the right to water and preserving local ecosystems. This process of citizen participation not only constitutes an essential democratic exercise, but also emerges as a powerful tool to empower the community in crucial decisions that affect their access to water resources. By providing citizens with a voice, the community becomes an active advocate for their collective interests, advocating for sustainable access to water and contributing to a future that balances human needs with the responsible preservation of natural resources. The selected research methodology is qualitative, allowing an exhaustive interpretative analysis of diverse expert perspectives on the contamination of water sources by mining exploitation in the Canton of Cuenca. It seeks to deepen in theories, approaches and contributions, identifying nuances, contexts and significant connections. The objective of the article is to analyze the results of the popular consultation from legal and environmental perspectives, evaluating its impact on the protection of the right to water and nature in Ecuador. This research will contribute to a more complete and detailed understanding of the problem, enriching the quality and breadth of the analysis.
Active Aging and Quality of Life: A Bibliographical Review
Authors: Alvarado Villamar Eduardo Vicente , Alvarado Villamar Heydi Stefania
Published: April 2024

The article responds to a result related to the theoretical foundations on health promotion, disease prevention in older adults, well-being environments and quality of life corresponding to the research project “Health promotion and disease prevention for the improvement of "the quality of life of the elderly of the Clemencia Foundation and the Sofía Ratinoff Asylum of the City of Guayaquil." In it, a compilation of relevant research and studies on active aging was carried out, addressing factors associated with subjective well-being, the perception of quality of life, and the influence of comprehensive health care programs in older adults. A qualitative methodology was worked on; Documentary research was developed, particularly bibliographic review, for the construction of a theoretical framework, and a variety of theoretical methods were used, such as analysis and synthesis, inductive-deductive, with the objective of critically and reflexively analyzing the existing literature on the active aging and quality of life, to take a position from a comprehensive vision. The results obtained during the research highlight the need for holistic interventions adapted to the reality of the context, and the implementation of educational programs to face the challenges of aging.
Scrolls, Likes, and Filters: The New Age Factor Causing Body Image Issues
Authors: Thirumal S. , Gadiel D Donna
Published: April 2024

The increasing rate of body image issues among individuals from ages as young as 13 is extremely worrisome. In a society where the ideal body is ‘thin and fit’, social media sites and platforms are playing an active role in planting the societal standards in the minds of individuals. This study analysis the social media sites popularly used, hours spent on social media, mental effects of consuming information and content relating to body image and using ‘thinspo’ as motivation/inspiration. This study concludes that social media plays a more prominent role in affecting the younger population, especially sites like Instagram. The type of content consumed by each generation is different and thereby as a different effect on them. The study also provides certain suggestions to reduce the impact of social media on a person’s perception of self.
Spelling, pronunciation, and vocabulary with Dutch music
Authors: Van Niekerk Angelique
Published: April 2024

Older Dutch music (text, audio, and video for teaching purposes) with open word exercises (fill in the blanks) focus on spelling differences with Afrikaans, vocabulary, and listening skills.

The artist's name is included with each song used for teaching and learning purposes. The music can only be accessed by students formally enrolled in the program.

Students are expected to listen to this from the start, especially in the first three weeks, to complete the interactive online activities in the course, Nederlands leren spreken, UFS. This will enable them to listen with ease to more recent and modern Dutch music as well to continue their learning experience on their own after the course as well.
Exploring Molecular Gas toward the Magellanic Bridge
Authors: Peña Mariela Celis , Rubio Mónica , Saldaño Hugo , Valdivia-Mena M. T. , Duvidovich Laura , Paron Sergio
Published: April 2024

The Magellanic Bridge (MB) is a diffuse gas structure that connects the Large Magellanic Cloud with the Small Magellanic Cloud. The MB is the closest tidal interaction system between two galaxies to the Milky Way. Taking into account that young stellar objects are embedded in such gaseous structure, it is a unique laboratory to investigate gas dynamics and star formation processes in a very low metallicity environment. In this work we present a preview of the results obtained from observations made with the Atacama Pathfinder Experiment telescope toward some regions of the MB. Through the emission of the 12CO J = 2–1 line we characterize the molecular gas of these regions.
Taxonomic position of holothurian Eupentacta fraudatrix (Echinodermata, Holothuroidea)
Authors: Turanov Sergei V. , Smirnov Alexey V. , Kartavtsev Yuri Ph.
Published: April 2024

Samples of the holothurian Eupentacta fraudatrix (Djakonov & Baranova in Djakonov, Baranova & Saveljeva, 1958) from the Sea of Japan were studied and the relationships of the genera Eupentacta and Sclerodactyla, as well as related taxa, were evaluated on the basis of phylogenetic analysis of the mitochondrial DNA COI and 16S rRNA genes. Using three methods, phylogenetic trees were constructed, and the degree of reliability of topological reconstructions was estimated by means of a nonparametric bootstrap test for the neighbor joining (NJ) and maximum likelihood (ML) techniques, as well as by a posteriori probability for Bayesian inference (BI) analysis. Genetic data confirm the validity of the assignment of Cucumaria fraudatrix to the genus Eupentacta Deichmann, 1938. The study of sequences obtained from the holothurian specimens collected in Russian waters, near the city of Vladivostok, and determined by morphological characters clearly indicate that these specimens belong to the genus Eupentacta and are assigned as E. fraudatrix . The specimens from China in GenBank named as Sclerodactyla multipes and used in the present study, were likely misidentified, and after re-examination they may be assigned to the genus Eupentacta, either as E. fraudatrix or another taxon. Analyses of morphological characters of S. multipes unequivocally affirm that this species must be excluded from Sclerodactyla Ayres, 1851 and is provisionally assigned to the genus Sclerothyone Thandar, 1989 based on the external morphological characters and the body wall ossicles.
Expérience de parents migrants des comportements auto-agressifs de leur adolescent
Authors: Carquet Amélie , Mouhoud Théo Tarik , Baubet Thierry
Published: April 2024

Les enfants de migrants grandissent à la croisée de mondes différents, et leur vulnérabilité à l’adolescence peut se traduire par des gestes auto-agressifs plus fréquents. Ces conduites ayant une lecture différente selon les cultures, recueillir l’expérience qu’ont les parents d’adolescents grandissant en situation transculturelle de ces gestes permettrait une meilleure connaissance des enjeux intergénérationnels et transculturels de la souffrance de l’adolescent ainsi que de la représentation parentale des soins dans ce contexte.
Choc de cultures dans un groupe crise
Authors: Picchi Alberto , Premand Natacha , Bartolomei Javier
Published: April 2024

Dans cette étude de cas, nous nous proposons de décrire l’impact de l’arrivée de plusieurs participants francophones requérants d’asile dans un groupe psychodynamique de crise non spécifique pour cette population. Par le biais de l’analyse du contenu de six séances, nous essayons d’évaluer si cette forme de psychothérapie est adaptée à cette population et de déterminer quelles sont les adaptations nécessaires à ses spécificités, notamment la prédominance de reviviscences traumatiques et la diversité culturelle. Nous parvenons à la conclusion que la thérapie groupale psychodynamique représente un outil prometteur pour cette population et nous émettons diverses hypothèses quant aux mécanismes qui pourraient participer à son efficacité ( holding, sentiment d’appartenance, possibilité de vivre des émotions clivées, travail sur l’attachement). Néanmoins, une attention particulière doit être portée à la protection du groupe lorsque des vécus hautement traumatiques y sont déposés.
The Influential Roles of Marketing Stimuli on Customer Retention
Authors: Liao Ying Kai , Wu Wann-Yih , Gajendran Saranya , Kuo Yuan Tsung
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study is to explore the necessity of creating retention strategies, emphasize the significance of customer retention, and propose a customer value/retention model. The main objective is to combine three mediators - customer satisfaction (CS), customer loyalty (CL), and word of mouth (WOM) - and evaluate their effect on customer retention using YL Company, a Taiwanese chemical manufacturing company, as a case study. The proposed model's goodness-of-fit was assessed using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and SEM-AMOS. Hierarchical regression and the PROCESS macro were employed to examine mediation and moderation effects. The outcomes indicate that product quality, service quality, and price attribution act as marketing stimuli factors that significantly influence the three mediators. Relationship proneness serves as a negative moderator that impedes customer WOM and loyalty's influence on customer retention.
Application of Artificial Intelligence Data Mining Algorithm in Enterprise Management Risk Assessment
Authors: Zhu Juntao
Published: April 2024

For governmental and non-governmental enterprises to tackle risk management with conviction, enterprise management risk assessment (EMRA) is required. This work proposes a research methodology based on an AI-based data mining algorithm (MSVM+EFCNN) for evaluating enterprise-related risks. Initially, all the possible risk assessment indexes of the enterprise are established using a large variety of identification parameters. Then, the data mining algorithms are trained by considering the previous data for building an EMRA model. At last, the current conditions are analyzed using a cluster of risk indicators, and the risk index is identified via the EMRA model. The support vector machine is used for classification purposes, and the fuzzy-based convolutional neural network is enhanced with a genetic algorithm for creating the enterprise risk assessment. The results obtained after keen analysis and experimentation indicate that the data mining algorithms used in this work can evaluate the enterprise-related risks effectively.
LGP2 Facilitates Bacterial Escape through Binding Peptidoglycan via EEK Motif and Suppressing NOD2–RIP2 Axis in Cyprinidae and Xenocyprididae Families
Authors: Liang Bo , Li Wenqian , Yang Chunrong , Su Jianguo
Published: April 2024

RIG-I–like receptors and NOD-like receptors play pivotal roles in recognizing microbe-associated molecular patterns and initiating immune responses. The LGP2 and NOD2 proteins are important members of the RIG-I–like receptor and NOD-like receptor families, recognizing viral RNA and bacterial peptidoglycan (PGN), respectively. However, in some instances bacterial infections can induce LPG2 expression via a mechanism that remains largely unknown. In the current study, we found that LGP2 can compete with NOD2 for PGN binding and inhibit antibacterial immunity by suppressing the NOD2–RIP2 axis. Recombinant CiLGP2 (Ctenopharyngodon idella LGP2) produced using either prokaryotic or eukaryotic expression platform can bind PGN and bacteria in pull-down and ELISA assays. Comparative protein structure models and intermolecular interaction prediction calculations as well as pull-down and colocalization experiments indicated that CiLGP2 binds PGN via its EEK motif with species and structural specificity. EEK deletion abolished PGN binding of CiLGP2, but insertion of the CiLGP2 EEK motif into zebrafish and mouse LGP2 did not confer PGN binding activity. CiLGP2 also facilitates bacterial replication by interacting with CiNOD2 to suppress expression of NOD2–RIP2 pathway genes. Sequence analysis and experimental verification demonstrated that LGP2 having EEK motif that can negatively regulate antibacterial immune function is present in Cyprinidae and Xenocyprididae families. These results show that LGP2 containing EEK motif competes with NOD2 for PGN binding and suppresses antibacterial immunity by inhibiting the NOD2–RIP2 axis, indicating that LGP2 plays a crucial negative role in antibacterial response beyond its classical regulatory function in antiviral immunity.
Characteristics of nurses with musculoskeletal disorders from Dr Soedarso Regional Hospital, Pontianak, Indonesia
Authors: Wuriani Wuriani , Rahmawati Annisa , Wahyudi Ardi , Syahlewangi Sunandar , Saputri Dian , Pradika Jaka , Almumtahanah Almumtahanah , Mardiyani Ridha , Kawuryan Uji , Jais Suriadi
Published: April 2024

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) can have a significant negative impact on quality of life, resulting in reduced ability to work, absenteeism, and possibly switching occupations. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the prevalence and severity of MSDs and the nurse characteristics (NCs) of nurses working in the Dr Soedarso Regional Hospital (DSRH) inpatient department. An analytical and descriptive cross-sectional methodology was used to examine 134 nurses from Inpatient Wards A and B. Total sampling was used to select the respondents. The level of exposure to the conditions investigated by the quick exposure check (QEC), namely, static and dynamic movements in the back, shoulders/arms, neck, and work-related stress, was significantly correlated with gender and neck (0.050), a history of education-related physical strain, such as back mobility (0.021), years of work-related strain on the neck (0.040), and work-related stress (0.033). There were no significant correlations found between age and static and dynamic movements of the back, shoulders/arms, and neck. Gender, education level, and employment duration all have a strong correlation with MSDs among DSRH inpatient nurses.
Clinical management and histopathological analysis of composite type of gingival Stillman’s cleft
Authors: Srivastava Vivek , Meenawat Ajita , Huidrom Elizabeth , Jaiswal Rohit
Published: April 2024

Gingival Stillman’s cleft is one of the least-studied mucogingival defects that may jeopardize the periodontal health and esthetic of the affected teeth. The etiology behind this lesion is believed to be multifactorial, and the histopathology remains unclear. In this report, we present a case of composite gingival Stillman’s cleft in anterior maxillary teeth that was clinically treated with a laterally moved coronally advanced flap. The cleft tissue was removed during root coverage surgery and then was harvested for histopathological analysis using hematoxylin and eosin, Masson’s trichrome, and van Gieson’s stain. In the cleft site, microscopic examination revealed variable degrees of epithelial bifurcations with elongated forking of rete ridges into the stroma. Endothelial-lined blood vessels and inflammatory cells, primarily lymphocytes and fibroblasts, were seen in the stroma. The Masson trichrome (blue) and Van Gieson (pink) revealed colored gingival tissue with prominent collagen fiber distribution at the cleft site, which is suggestive of gingival fibrous hyperplasia brought on by repeated damage from tooth brushing.
A 3D-printed vanperio educative dental model – A review report of its chairside evaluation
Authors: Vandana Kharidhi Laxman , Raj Bommanahally Srishti , Desai Rajendra
Published: April 2024

Background:

Patient education and demonstration of osseous defects by teachers and clinicians are difficult even though there are different models made up of metal, plastic, plaster, stone, and acrylic. To overcome such difficulty, 3D printed Vanperio model was printed for multifunctional activity.

Aims and Objective:

The aim of this article was to provide information on the 3D printed VANPERIO model and its implications in the field of periodontics and general dentistry.

Conclusion:

Vanperio model proves to be a promising model for teachers, students, and clinicians in the field of periodontics and general dentistry as it helps in patient education, student learning and also for various demonstrations which is not possible to achieve in other available expensive models.
Development and in vitro characterization of a mucoadhesive gel with Moringa oleifera extract for periodontal drug delivery
Authors: Ida Minnu Joe , Shetty Bhavya , Khan Safiya Fatima , Yadalam Umesh , Nambiar Manjusha
Published: April 2024

Background:

Extensive in vitro and in vivo research has been conducted in the previous decades to analyze the effectiveness of medicinal plants in the treatment of periodontal diseases. Moringa oleifera is a highly potent medicinal plant that has anti-inflammatory and immuno-modulatory properties. In our study, we aim to design, formulate, and evaluate the antibacterial efficacy of M. oleifera extract for local drug delivery (LDD) as periodontal treatment.

Materials and Methods:

This study was an in vitro experimental model. M. oleifera extract was prepared using a maceration process with powdered dried leaves of M. oleifera and 70% ethanol. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of Moringa extract against Porphyromonas gingivalis was assessed using the broth dilution method. The gel was prepared with the obtained MIC of Moringa extract and a combination of polymers- Polyethylene glycol 6000, Carbopol 940, and Chitosan. Further, the formulated gel was subjected to in vitro characterization by thermodynamic stability tests, pH determination, and syringeability test. Viscosity was determined using Brookfield DV-II + Viscometer. Mucoadhesive strength was determined using a fabricated mucoadhesive strength test apparatus.

Results:

M. oleifera leaves extract possesses a bactericidal effect against P. gingivalis even at a low amounts of 25 mg/ml and so is a potent botanical extract for the formulation of LDD agents for periodontal diseases. The formulation shows adequate stability, good mucoadhesiveness, and controlled drug release, on incorporating the herbal extract into the blank gel.

Conclusion:

The M. oleifera leaves extract possesses a bactericidal effect against P. gingivalis which has been suggested to be the keystone pathogen in the etiopathogenesis of periodontitis. Hence, M. oleifera leaves extract can be used to treat periodontal diseases as a LDD agent.
Variations in Complete Blood Count Parameters during Pregnancy and their Association with Maternal Age and Gravidity
Authors: Elsayid Mohieldin Abass , Alqahtani Maha B. , Khashwayn Seham A. , Khayat Rouzana F , Alsibyani Farah A. , Almalki Sara F. , Alyahyawi Areej Y. , Sannan Naif S. , Abushouk Amir
Published: April 2024

Introduction:

Complete blood count (CBC) parameters change throughout pregnancy and are thought to be one of the factors affecting the pregnancy’s outcome. This study aims to report variations in CBC parameters throughout pregnancy and their association with maternal age and gravidity.

Methods:

This is a retrospective cohort study in which CBC data from 234 pregnancies with normal full-term delivery in 2020 were evaluated and grouped depending on maternal age and gravidity.

Results:

Hemoglobin levels decreased significantly from the first to the second trimester (P < 0.0001) and then slightly increased in the third trimester. Red blood cells decreased significantly from the first to the second trimester and remained unchanged in the third trimester (P < 0.0001). Packed cell volume decreased significantly from the first to the second trimester (P < 0.0001) and then increased in the third trimester (P = 0.0178). White blood cells (WBCs) increased significantly from the first to the second trimester (P < 0.0001) and then remained stable in the third trimester. Neutrophils and lymphocytes showed opposed tendencies, with neutrophils increasing significantly from the first to the second trimester (P < 0.0001) and then remaining stable in the third trimester (P = 0.42). Lymphocytes decreased significantly from the first to the second trimester (P < 0.0001) and continued to decrease in the third trimester (P < 0.0001). Monocytes increased significantly from the first to the third trimester (P = 0.0051). Platelets decreased significantly from the first to the third trimester (P < 0.0001). Gravidity showed a negative correlation with WBC count (r = −0.17, P = 0.01) and a positive correlation with eosinophil levels (r = 0.14, P = 0.0376). Spearman’s correlations revealed no significant differences in maternal age groups.

Conclusions:

Our findings provide useful insight for physicians and policymakers in assessing CBC during pregnancy and providing optimal care. Furthermore, the associations between gravidity and WBC (negative) and eosinophil levels (positive) point to a potential effect of reproductive history on immune function, necessitating additional research in this area.