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OWA FEALHAHÉ YAK’SA (ESSA TERRA É NOSSA): A PROBLEMÁTICA DA (NÃO) DEMARCAÇÃO DE TERRAS INDÍGENAS FULNI-Ô
Authors: Gonçalves Fernandes Amanda Cristiane , Oliveira Santos David , Prunzel Luiz Fernando
Published: February 2024

O objetivo geral deste trabalho é analisar os conflitos de territorialidade dos povos indígenas Fulni-ô. A metodologia adotada para esta pesquisa é do tipo bibliográfica pois ao longo deste estudo foi realizado o levantamento de artigos, dissertações, teses sobre os conceitos de territorialidade, demarcação de terras e da comunidade indígena Fulni-ô. A pesquisa é também do tipo exploratória onde foi realizado um levantamento fotográfico apontando os conflitos de território, impactos ambientais e ações de conservação da biodiversidade a partir de saberes ancestrais. Observou-se neste estudo as dificuldades enfrentadas pela comunidade indígena Fulni-ô nos aspectos sociais, ambientais, econômicos e culturais e o quanto é imprescindível a demarcação de terras para impedir a vulnerabilidade dos povos quando os direitos fundamentais e sociais lhe são negados. Espera-se que este estudo consiga legitimar a luta pelo marco regulatório das terras indígenas e auxiliar nas discussões para a propositura de ações voltadas para a necessidade de demarcação de terras.
PRÁTICAS EDÁFICAS, VEGETATIVAS E MECÂNICAS PARA CONTROLE DE EROSÃO
Authors: Alves Camargo , Tiago de Sousa Campos  , Denise Vieira da Silva
Published: February 2024

A Erosão hídrica é um fator prejudicial ao solo e consequentemente ao meio ambiente, por e causar perdas e degradação significativa e interferir direta e indiretamente na produção de alimentos. Porém, pode ser evitado através de práticas edáficas conservacionistas adequadas, a fim de minimizar os danos físicos, químicos e biológico e econômicos, mitigando a erosão.  Através da implantação e aplicação das práticas edáficas, e posteriormente proteção do solo, a biodiversidade e o equilíbrio dos ecossistemas e maximizam os lucros e diminui os custos e possibilita o aproveitamento de toda aptidão agrícola da área.

A proposta metodológica aplicada para materialização do referido estudo, foi utilizar pesquisa bibliográfica explorativa e descritiva com base em livros, revistas e artigos científicos para formulação de referências e informações atinentes ao tema. Também, para o melhor desenvolvimento de pesquisa obtivermos a análise de outros estudos pertinentes devido a amplitude da temática. Nesse intuito busca-se estudar a essência do respectivo trabalho com ênfase no controle de erosão. Concluir-se que na tomada de decisão, após uma análise de caso, para a obtenção do êxito na aplicação das práticas edáficas, vegetativas e mecânicas no controle de erosão, é necessário auxílio profissional qualificado.
The Effect Of Tax Rates And Dividend Policy On Share Price In The Banking Sector Listed On The Indonesia Stock Exchange For The 2017-2019 Period
Authors: Lestari Indah , Abubakar Ibrahim
Published: February 2024

One of the main types of investment that promises substantial returns for investors is investing in stocks. However, investing in stocks also carries risks. This dividend policy is a decision in determining the largest profit contribution with the lowest investment risk. The amount of tax rate that will be borne will affect the rise and fall of share prices in each company. Based on the results of the simultaneous regression test involving the independent variables Tax Rate and Dividend Policy on the dependent variable Stock Price, it was found that the f-count value is greater than the f-table with a significance level of F less than 0.05. This shows that the Tax Rate and Dividend Policy variables together have a significant effect on the Share Price variable.
Impact of Zakat Distribution Channels on Poverty Alleviation in Indonesia
Authors: Wasalmi Wasalmi
Published: February 2024

This study examines how different ways of distributing Zakat affect reducing poverty in Indonesia, with a focus on how effective Zakat groups are, the role of the government, public awareness, and the availability of Zakat monies. An investigation that involves 150 varied participants explores the connections between these parameters using Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares. The findings show important connections between effective Zakat groups, government assistance, public knowledge, availability of Zakat, and reducing poverty. The research offers important information for decision-makers, Zakat groups, and the general public to improve the impact of efforts to reduce poverty by making strategic changes in how organizations operate, government policies, social campaigns, and the availability of Zakat funds. Although this study offers useful information, there are several drawbacks, such as the possibility of bias in self-reported data and the ever-changing nature of socio-economic indicators. In the future, studies might look into the lasting effects of zakat distribution methods and examine how cultural and regional differences affect the success of poverty reduction efforts
Cocreación de narrativas digitales multimedia con estudiantes de primaria a través del uso de inteligencias artificiales
Authors: Muñoz Mendoza Danilo
Published: February 2024

This article brings together the results of the research-creation process “Soñemos con Ovejas Eléctricas”, which aims to create multimedia digital narratives with primary school students from Juan Rey IED School. To this end, the strengthening of collaborative work was proposed through a co-creation exercise, where students are active participants, recognizing in them their ability to be critical interlocutors of their works. In addition, by working on digital platforms and analog media, it was looked to strengthen students’ communicative skills and the use of multimedia language. Applying the participatory action research method with a qualitative approach, the project was divided into four phases: appropriation, co-creation, design, and review. Each narrative was co-created by students and the research teacher, with the support of tools that employ artificial intelligence. Finally, the narratives were digitized and shared on the website homonymous to the project, designed as a multimedia space that continues to be built thanks to the contributions of parents and the educational community in general. It concludes with the problematization of the use of AI in educational environments, collaborative work, and the imminent need to close the digital gap.
Integración de la Trigonometría y la Tecnología en la Agricultura: Una Experiencia Educativa Significativa STEM
Authors: Jaramillo Rivera Edmundo Fabián , Jaramillo Rodríguez Fabian Alberto , Muñoz Burbano Julio Enrique
Published: February 2024

The present significant experience with a STEM focus comes from the pedagogical practice in the classroom in the area of mathematics and the initiative of the tenth grade students of the Los Libertadores Educational Institution of the municipality of Consacá, Nariño. Its development, results and accompaniment focus on solving challenges of teaching and learning trigonometry through the integration of technology in the sowing process using a "T" shaped tool with Microbits programmed with sensors such as the magnetometer and accelerometer simulating the functionalities of a theodolite, compass, clinometer, odometer among other useful measurement tools to improve orientation in the terrain, calculate the inclination slope and measure distances between furrows and plants, thus allowing to determine an effective planting line , optimal density and calculation of distances between crest ditches or living barriers to avoid the environmental problem of erosion. The innovation of this project consists in the relationship of the classroom with the precision agriculture processes typical of industries 4.0, optimizing agricultural processes promoting more precise and sustainable management. Results include a greater understanding of trigonometric ratios and their application, as well as the development of technological skills and critical thinking in students. This project was recognized by the Computers to Educate program of the Colombian National Government as the winner of the Pacific region in the category "Significant Experiences with a STEM focus" in the “Educa Digital Regional” call. And representative of the national Educa Digital Nacional meeting that will take place in Bogotá on November 8, 9 and 10, 2023. It is shared online for replication on the WEB page experiencestemsmartt.godaddysites.com, and its expansion is planned through training and alliances with educational and agricultural institutions.
). Literatura y educación estadística crítica para el abordaje de problemas sociales en el aula: una propuesta innovadora en estudiantes de educación media
Authors: Carrillo Acosta Andres Camilo , Pulido Molano Rafael Andres
Published: February 2024

This article addresses the importance of critical mathematical and statistical education in the development of competent citizens today. It emphasizes that statistical education involves not only teaching algorithms for data analysis in fictitious data samples but also the development of students' abilities to interpret and question the data presented in society. The main tool used is literary resources as the primary source of data and the context for the studies conducted. The study's primary tool is the book "Por qué los matan” by Ariel Ávila, aimed at 11th-grade students in Bogotá, Colombia. The book provides a critical and data-based perspective on violence and the murder of social leaders in Colombia, where statistical data are not isolated entities but tools that help understand and address complex issues in society.
The Impact of Fake News on Social Media Users During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Health, Political and Religious Conflicts: A Deep Look
Authors: Mahlous Ahmed Redha
Published: February 2024

In this new era of inter-connectedness, the COVID-19 outbreak has been characterized by a rapid surge of misinformation — or “fake news” — about the disease on social media, exacerbating its negative psychological impacts and hindering public health efforts. By providing easy access to and sharing of information in real time, social media is considered the main channel for the distribution of fake news. In this viewpoint, we try to find the main impacts of fake news related to COVID-19 on social media users and propose strategies for limiting its spread. In this regard, we set out four key objectives: studying and evaluating the impact of fake news on social media audiences; analyzing fake news patterns; and recommending ways to stop its circulation. To achieve these objectives, we follow a review-based research methodology encompassing scholarly articles and reports from sources including JSTOR, Taylor & Francis, MDPI, Google Scholar, and the WHO, covering the period from 2016 onwards. We employ the Uses and Gratification model to identify three key impacts of COVID-19 related misinformation on social media users: (1) an “infodemic” of health-related misinformation; (2) an increase in social media pastime; and (3) an increase in social, political, and religious conflicts. Several actions are proposed to limit the spread of fake news, involving entities such as government and health agencies, as well as social media companies.
PENYULUHAN EKONOMI KREATIF BAGI PERUBAHAN SOSIAL EKONOMI MASYARAKAT MUARA TAKUS BATAM
Authors: Purba Gomgom, , Pasaribu George Rudi Hartono , Sitohang Dino Tridiyanika , Hutabarat Jessica Janet
Published: February 2024

Abstract

The aim of this research is to find out about creative economy counseling for socio-economic changes in the Muara Takus Batam community to map economic opportunities from the creative industry which is part of the creative economy as well as employment opportunities. This research is research in the form of field research or field research is a type of research. This research is a qualitative descriptive research. The data in this research comes from primary and secondary data. Data collection methods use observation, interviews and documentation. Interviews were conducted with the community at the PkM location. Data analysis in this research uses the Miles and Huberman model which suggests that there are three activities in qualitative research, namely reduction, data display and conclusion drawing or verification. The research results obtained in the implementation of community empowerment through the creative economy development program in Kampung Seraya where the stages of community empowerment outreach in developing the creative economy are not optimal in accordance with the goals to be achieved, problems in empowerment are not yet optimal, such as the lack of knowledge possessed by human resources. creative economy, quality production and innovation and can have good selling value in the marketing process. There is a lack of awareness among community members, especially those who manage the creative economy, to take part in programs implemented by the Batam city government in training and empowering the creative economy. The inhibiting factor in community empowerment efforts lies in the community itself because participation is still very lacking so that maximizing existing human resources is less than optimal.

Key words: Creative economy, social, Muara Takus, Batam
Evaluating Anemia Counseling: A Study among Pregnant Women and Adolescent Girls in Bhanvad Taluka, DevBhoomi Dwarka, Gujarat
Authors: Sanghavi Mithun , Misra Swati , Gupta Eshwar Kumar , Parmar Dipesh
Published: February 2024

Introduction: The iron requirement of the body increases during this period and resulting into anemia. National Family Health Survey-5 (2019-20), about 65% women (15-49 y) and about 62% of pregnant women were suffering from various degrees of anemia in Gujarat. Current study is the part of the innovation pilot project in which counselling was very important component. It motivated the beneficiaries to increase uptake of project services. Thus, the current paper is designed with the aim and objective to analyse the effect of counselling done for all the beneficiaries (Pregnant women and adolescent girls) in context for their improvement in anaemia status. Materials and Methods: The current study, conducted between June 2020 to March 2021 in Bhanvad Taluka of DevBhoomi Dwarka, Gujarat, is part of the innovation pilot Anaemia Project under ICDS. Utilizing a mixed-method approach, the study focused on 60 pregnant women and 304 adolescent girls, selected through simple random sampling. Verbal Informed Consent was obtained from each participant, and a semi-structured, pilot-tested questionnaire was administered in the local language by the evaluation team. The active involvement of counsellors, including FHW/ MS/ FHS/ ASHA, added a crucial dimension to the project, enhancing its effectiveness and outreach. Results: it was found that overall anemia burden among beneficiaries was reduced (9.34%) considering baseline and endline data taken during the study. This reduction was more seen among PWs (18.33%) as compared to AGs (7.56%). Conclusion: The results showed that nutrition education and counselling positively influenced the intake of dietary iron and vitamin C-rich foods.
Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment {Epsit} vs Limberg Flap for Pilonidal Sinus: A Single Center Experience
Authors: Srikanth Sudarsan , Akhter Jameel , Sreekumar Surabhi , D Poojitha
Published: February 2024

Background: Pilonidal sinus, a condition characterized by chronic irritation in the gluteal cleft, predominantly affects males and is often associated with a higher body mass index and a sedentary lifestyle. Despite its prevalence, a universally accepted gold standard for treatment is yet to be established. This study aimed to compare outcomes between two treatment modalities: endoscopic pilonidal sinus treatment (EPSiT) and the Limberg flap procedure. Materials and Methods: This observational study involved 40 patients undergoing pilonidal sinus treatment at a single tertiary care hospital from April to October 2023. Patients were categorized into two groups based on the chosen procedure, and postoperative pain was assessed using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Data on early complications and recurrence rates were recorded in case report forms. The groups were compared, and statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 21. Results: Among the total patients, 47% underwent EPSiT, while 53% underwent the Limberg flap procedure. Both groups had an age range of 25-80 years. Intraoperative time for EPSiT was shorter than that for the Limberg flap (25.2±5.0 vs 45.5±5.1 minutes). VAS scores indicated lower postoperative pain in the EPSiT group. Wound healing rates were faster in patients who underwent EPSiT. Short-term recurrence rates were lower in the EPSiT group, although long-term recurrence rates were comparable in both groups. Conclusion: Endoscopic pilonidal sinus treatment demonstrated advantages over the Limberg flap procedure in this study. EPSiT showed shorter operative times, reduced postoperative pain, earlier return to routine activities, and faster wound healing. Furthermore, patients undergoing EPSiT experienced fewer complications such as serous discharge and swelling. While short-term recurrence rates were lower in the EPSiT group, long-term recurrence rates were similar between the two treatment modalities. This study contributes valuable insights into the comparative effectiveness of EPSiT and the Limberg flap procedure for pilonidal sinus treatment.
MAGNITUDE ESTIMATION OF EARTHQUAKE EARLY WARNING USING MACHINE LEARNING
Authors: Kumar B V Pranay , Karunakar B , Naresh M , Sumalini Y
Published: February 2024

To help earthquake early warning (EEW) systems make quick decisions, we build a random forest (RF) model for rapid earthquake localization. This system computes the differences in P-wave arrival timings between the first five stations to record an earthquake as a reference station (i.e., the first recording station). The RF model categorises these differential P-wave arrival times and station locations in order to determine the epicentral position. Using a Japanese earthquake catalogue, we train and evaluate the suggested algorithm. The Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of the RF model, which forecasts earthquake sites, is 2.88 km. Importantly, the suggested RF model can learn from little data—10% of the dataset—and a lot fewer recording stations—three—and yet get good results (MAE5 km). The approach provides a potent new tool for quick and precise source-location prediction in EEW since it is accurate, generalizable, and responsive
BLACK-BOX SOLVER FOR NUMERICAL SIMULATIONS AND MATHEMATICAL MODELLING IN ENGINEERING PHYSICS
Authors: Prathap Dr. K. , Anitha Ch. , Mounika N.
Published: February 2024

This article presents a two-grid approach for developing a black-box iterative solver for a large class of real-life problems in continuum mechanics (heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, elasticity, electromagnetism, and others). The main requirements on this (non-)linear blackbox solver are: (1) robustness (the lowest number of problem-dependent components), (2) efficiency (close-tooptimal algorithmic complexity), and (3) parallelism (a parallel robust algorithm should be faster than the fastest sequential one). The basic idea is to use the auxiliary structured grid for more computational work, where (non-)linear problems are simpler to solve and to parallelize, i.e., to combine the advantages of unstructured and structured grids: simplicity of generation in complex domain geometry and opportunity to solve (non-)linear (initial-)boundary value problems by using the Robust Multigrid Technique. Topics covered include the description of the twogrid algorithm and estimation of their robustness, convergence, algorithmic complexity, and parallelism. Further development of modern software for solving real-life problems justifies relevance of the research. The proposed two-grid algorithm can be used in blackbox parallel software for the reduction in the execution time in solving (initial- )boundary value problems.
SMART STREET LIGHT BASED ON VEHICLE DETECTION
Authors: Krishna, M. , Shivprasad Lingampally , Ravinder S. , Chandrakiran P.
Published: February 2024

The main objective of this project is to develop an embedded system which switches or turn ON the light by detecting the vehicles on the road for energy saving of street light.Whenever IR sensor is detected it just indicates the Arduino to switch on the street lights. Then lights are switched on till the vehicle leaves and switches off automatically.Another way to this approach is, one can maintain minimum intensity without completely switching off the lights by using PWM and switch them on to maximum intensity whenever it detects the vehicle. But in this article the circuit is designed in such a way that lights are completely switched OFF and will be switched ON only when there is any vehicle.

This device can also be used for turning on and turning off the street lights based on the climate of the weather. When it is day the street lights automatically gets turned off by detecting the sun rays i.e High intensity. Whenever the sensor finds the low intensity i.e night time it automatically turns on the street lights. Based on the intensity the brightness of the light also varies using PWM. So it can be used for multiple purposes with the slight changes in it.
MOVABLE ROAD DIVIDER FOR VEHICULAR TRAFFIC CONTROL
Authors: Shivprasad Lingampally , Krishna, M. , Srikar D. , Priya P.Keerthi
Published: February 2024

Divider is generically used for dividing the Road for ongoing and incoming traffic.This helps keeping the Flow of traffic; generally there is equal number of lanes for both ongoing and incoming traffic. The problem with Static Road Dividers is that the number of lanes on either side of the road is fixed. Since the resources are limited and population as well as number of cars per family is increasing, there is significant increase in number of cars on roads. This calls for better utilization of existing resources like number of lanes available.

Our aim is to formulate a mechanism of automated road divider that can shift lanes, so that we can have number of lanes in the direction of the rush. The cumulative impact of the time and fuel that can be saved by adding even one extra lane to the direction of the rush will be significant.so that we can have a smarter city traffic all over the city.
Cultivating Health: The Crucial Role of Rivers in Stunting Eradication and Human Nutrition
Authors: N. Magagula Cebisile
Published: February 2024

This study, conducted in the Komati River watershed in South Africa, investigates the many roles of rivers in addressing stunting and enhancing human nutrition. This study aims to investigate how rivers can help reduce stunting and enhance human nutrition by providing better access to clean water, increasing agricultural productivity, and supporting aquatic biodiversity. The study used a mixed-methods approach involving surveys, health record analysis, interviews, and focus group discussions to highlight the importance of rivers in providing clean water, supporting various agricultural activities, and improving dietary quality by including river fish. The cited contributions underscore the ability of rivers to improve public health and nutrition, stressing the importance of adopting sustainable river management techniques and coordinated policies to maximize their potential on a broader scale.
Role of Blood Transfusion in the Management of Obstetric Emergencies in the Gynaecology-Obstetrics Department of Gao Hospital (Mali)
Authors: TRAORE Kalifa
Published: February 2024

The aim was to evaluate the role of blood transfusion in the management of obstetric emergencies in the gynaecology and obstetrics department at Gao Hospital. Materials and methods: This was a prospective, descriptive, cross-sectional, analytical study from January 01 to June 30, 2020, i.e. a period of six (06) months in the gynecology-obstetrics department at Gao Hospital. Results: We recorded 536 cases of obstetric emergencies, of which 120 cases required emergency blood transfusion, i.e. 22.39%. The 20-29 age group was the most affected with an average age of 26.5 years. The extremes were 15 and 49 years old. About 95.8% of the transfused women were housewives. During our study, 99.2% of transfused patients were married. During our study, the majority of transfused patients were non-literate, i.e. 90% of cases. Referral/Evacuation was the most common mode of admission at 63.3%. The majority of women transfused had a haemoglobin level between 4 and 6 g/dl, or 55.8%. Whole blood was the only blood product for blood transfusion, accounting for 100% of cases. In 39.2% of the cases, we asked for 4 units of blood. 37.5% of patients had received at least 2 units of blood. During our study, 341 bags were prescribed, an average of 2.85 per patient. Of the 341 bags requested, 237 were served, which represents 69.5% of needs covered. The rate of unmet needs was 30.5% or 104 bags of blood. Retroplacental hematoma was the main indication for blood transfusion with 21.7% of cases. In 7.5% of patients experienced transfusion-related complications (malaria). 70.0% of patients had a haemoglobin level between 8 and 9 g/dl after transfusion. The majority of transfused patients were discharged from hospital (cured), i.e. 93.3%. Conclusion: The rate of unmet obstetric needs is high. This high rate can have a negative impact on obstetric prognosis.
Non puerperal uterine inversion caused by an adenosarcoma: A Case Report.
Authors: Belghith Cyrine , Abdelmoula Ghada , Garci Mariem , Ghali Zeineb , Armi Saoussam , Makni Mehdi , Dhieb Fatma , Boumediene Miriam , Jrad Myriam , Mathlouthi Nabil , Slimani Olfa
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Eighty-five per cent of uterine inversions are puerperal. Non-puerperal uterine inversion is usually caused by tumours that exert a traction force on the fundus of the uterus. This causes the uterus to be partially or completely inverted. It is commonly related to benign tumours like submucosal leiomyomas. Nevertheless, malignancies are an infrequent association.
Case presentation: We report a case of a 35-year-old female patient, medically and surgically free, gravida0 para0, complaining of menometrorrhagia associated with pelvic pain for 2 years. A suprapubic ultrasound scan showed an enlarged, globular uterus with a heterogeneous, undefined mass of 49 mm in size. MRI scan showed the appearance of a U-shaped uterine cavity and a thickened inverted uterine fundus with an endometrial infiltrating mass of 25 mm. Intraoperative exploration showed uterine inversion involving the ovaries; the fallopian tubes and the round ligaments and a necrotic intracavitary mass. The malignancy of the tumor was confirmed through anatomopathological examination as Adenosarcoma.
Conclusions: Uterine inversion is rare outside the puerperal period, and malignant etiology must not be overlooked. Therefore, comprehensive care with meticulous etiological investigation is crucial.
Les blépharites chroniques à Demodex à Sfax (Tunisie): Etude prospective
Authors: Werda Mohamed Slim , Cheikhrouhou Fatma , Ben Zina Zeineb , Makni Fattouma , Ayadi Ali
Published: February 2024

Introduction-Objectif : Les blépharites chroniques sont fréquentes et d’étiologies différentes.
Le but de cette étude est de déterminer le rôle pathogène du Demodex dans la genèse des blépharites chroniques, tout en analysant les particularités épidémiologiques, cliniques, diagnostiques et thérapeutiques.
 
Méthodes: Il s’agit d’une étude prospective, cas-témoins, réalisée au service de parasitologie mycologie au sein du CHU Habib Bourguiba de Sfax sur une période de 12 mois portant sur 100 cas atteints de blépharite chronique et 87 cas témoins.
Après un interrogatoire minutieux, un examen clinique et un prélèvement des cils ont été réalisés. Les cils ont été soumis à un examen direct pour une analyse qualitative et quantitative avant et après traitement. Les cas de blépharites à Demodex ont été traités par une pommade ophtalmique d’oxyde mercurique jaune.
 
Résultats: Demodex a été significativement plus fréquents chez les malades que chez les témoins (48% vs 13,8%). De même, l’analyse quantitative a montré une différence significative entre les deux groupes avec 52,1% de Demodex (+++) pour les malades contre 8,3% pour les témoins.
Le taux de guérison était de 81,3%.
 
Conclusion: Bien qu’il soit admis être un saprophyte de la peau, un grand nombre d’arguments plaide pour l’incrimination de Demodex dans l’étiopathogénie des blépharites chroniques, d’où l’intérêt d’un prélèvement des cils avec recherche parasitaire devant toute blépharite chronique résistante aux traitements usuels.  En cas de recherche positive, un traitement spécifique devra être instauré, dont l’efficacité est un argument de plus pour le diagnostic étiologique.
An update on the access to inpatient rehabilitation facilities across Tunisia in 2023
Authors: Moncer Rihab , Loubiri Ines , Melki Sarra , Frigui Sinene , Ouannes Walid , Ben Abdelaziz Ahmed , Jemni Sonia
Published: February 2024

Introduction: Considering the growing global need and the complexity of health conditions, an intensive rehabilitation in inpatient departments is fundamental. Yet, in Tunisia, the distribution of Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities is not illustrated.
Aim: To perform an update concerning the rehabilitation’s beds-ratio /1000 Tunisian-inhabitants in 2023.
Methods: Data were collected from the Tunisian Ministry of Health, the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office, and the National Institute of Statistics websites.
Results: The findings revealed a total number of rehabilitations’ beds 132 among a total of 20000 hospital beds with a rehabilitations’ beds-ratio equal to 0.01/1000 inhabitants. Only three Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities were identified in Tunisia covering the Greater Tunis, North East, and Center east districts. There was inequity of distribution since the beds ratio is 1.07/1000 in the North east, 0.02/1000 in the Greater Tunis and 0 in the North West and the South of Tunisia.
Conclusion: This update highlighted the alarmingly low rehabilitation’s beds-ratio in Tunisia, coupled to a significant regional disparity. Increasing beds in the existing Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities and extending outpatient rehabilitation departments with inpatient units might be considered urgent solutions.
Las redes sociales y rendimiento académico
Authors: Espinoza Guamán Eimy Eliana , Cruz Yaguachi Lizbeth Nicole , Espinoza Freire Enrique Eudaldo
Published: February 2024

Social networks are increasingly important for educational processes; there is a diversity of criteria for its use in this context what motivates the reflection on the question: What influence do social networks have on the academic performance of secondary school students? In this sense, a descriptive study of bibliographic review was carried out, which passed through the documentary review and the hermeneutics. The main findings highlight that these virtual platforms, due to their interactivity and segmentation, can be valuable didactic resources in support of the teaching-learning process, which properly used benefit academic performance. Among the risks of their inappropriate employment are: becoming victims of unscrupulous cybernauts, decreasing family, social and peer relationships, establishing superficial and banal friendships with the usual loss of human values, developing dependency and low academic performance. Among the signs of addiction to these networks are: to deprive oneself of the dream to be connected to the network and to neglect the activities of daily life.
Seguimiento al egresado y graduado, caso de estudio Ingeniería en Gestión Empresarial en la Universidad Metropolitana, Ecuador
Authors: González Morales Vilma Eugenia , Sotomayor Jara José Eduardo , De La Rosa Martín Tonysé
Published: February 2024

The follow-up of the graduates is a necessary feedback mechanism to the plans and programs of study, so that the academic training in the Universities will cover the needs that the economic and social development of the country demands, with an emphasis on Local and territorial development. The Metropolitan University of Ecuador is not outside this process. The article presents the results of a descriptive study on the follow up of graduates in the Business Management Engineering degree at the Metropolitan University of Ecuador and their insertion in the labor market in Quito.
Perfil epidemiológico del paciente con tuberculosis pulmonar en una unidad de medicina familiar del período 2015-2020, en Baja California, México
Authors: Urzúa Munguía Edrick Menelik , García Ontiveros Blanca Evelia , Navarro Valle Enrique , Haro Acosta María Elena , Ayala Figueroa Rafael Iván
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Determinar el perfil epidemiológico del paciente con tuberculosis pulmonar en una unidad de medicina familiar del período 2015-2020 en Baja California, México. Métodos: Estudio retrospectivo en los pacientes con diagnóstico de tuberculosis pulmonar de la Unidad de Medicina Familiar No. 16 en el periodo 2015-2020 incluidos en la base de datos del Sistema Único de Información de Vigilancia Epidemiológica. Las variables estudiadas fueron: edad, sexo, escolaridad, ocupación, lugar de residencia, número de contactos intradomiciliarios, comorbilidades asociadas, incluidos en la base de datos o expediente clínico. Se utilizó estadística descriptiva mediante el programa estadístico SPSSv24. Resultados: Censo de 181 pacientes observándose: grupo de edad de 21 a 30 años (30.9 %), sexo masculino (63.5%), escolaridad secundaria (46.4%), vivir en zona urbana (99.4%), asalariado (64.4%), comorbilidad de diabetes (25.4%) y contactos intradomiciliarios 746 de los cuales en 137 (18.3%) se inició tratamiento profiláctico. Conclusiones: El perfil de los pacientes coincide con lo mencionado a nivel internacional respecto a la edad, sexo masculino, escolaridad secundaria, vivir en zona urbana, con trabajado de asalariado y la diabetes mellitus como comorbilidad.
PENGARUH KOMPETENSI GURU TERHADAP MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEJURUAN (SMK) PROGRAM KEAHLIAN TEKNIK KOMPUTER DAN INFORMATIKA
Authors: Santoso Edy
Published: February 2024

This research is because of the low motivation of the students in learning. This research aims to know how big of the influences of the the teachers competence among their pedagogical, personality, sociality and professionality for students motivation in learning both partially or simultaneously. The method for this research is the survey method with quantitative approach. The population used is the eleventh grade students from computer and information engineering program of Pasundan 2 Vocational School Cimahi and PGRI 3 Vocational School Cimahi. The amount are 54 students. All of them are as the sample of the research. The result shows that patially, (1) The teacher pedagogical competence has the positive influence for the student’s motivation in learning, it gets 30,46%. (2) The teacher personality competence has the positive influence for the student’s motivation in learning, it gets 9,84%, (3) The teacher social competence has the positive influence for the student’s motivation in learning, it gets 18,06%, (4) The teacher professional has the positive influence for the student’s motivation in learning, it gets 13,43%, and simultaneously (5) Pedagogical, personality, social and professional for the teacher competence has the positive effect to motivate students in learning, it is 71,79% and 28,21% is determined by the other variables. Based on the results of the research it can be concluded that the pedagogical, personality, sociality and professionality competence of teachers partially and simultaneously has a positive influence for the student’s motivation in learning.
PENDEKATAN PROJECT BASE LEARNINGDALAM MENINGKATKAN MUTU PEMBELAJARAN DI SEKOLAH MENENGAH KEJURUAN ( SMK )
Authors: Kartiwa Yudi
Published: February 2024

In this scientific work, the author do research to describe the approach of project base learning in improving the quality of learning in SMK. The method used is descriptive with qualitative approach. Data collection was done by interview, observation and documentation study. The result of the research shows that with the approach of project base learning can realize the quality of learning, this is reflected from the planning, implementation and assessment conducted by the teacher is good enough and in accordance with the applicable provisions. Through this approach during the learning process of student learning motivation is very high, they have good initiative and creativity during the learning, cooperation and ability of students in finding solutions to problems can be built properly.
MENINGKATKAN KINERJA GURU MTs SWASTA MEALUI SUPERVISI AKADEMIK OLEH PENGAWAS MADRASAH
Authors: Robi'ah N
Published: February 2024

The theory that underlies this research is that academic supervision is an effort to assist teachers in conducting learning processes that are interactive, inspiring, fun, challenging, and motivating students to actively participate, and provide sufficient space for initiative, creativity, and independence in accordance with talent, the interest and physical and psychological development of students. Data collection techniques in conducting this research are obsevatian, interview, documentation and triangulation technoques. The approach used in this study is qualitative research with qualitative descriptive methods. The results the study show that academic supervisors in Garut district has met procedural standards in accordance with modern management principles, starting from the planning, implementation, evaluation to follow-up and reports using valid instruments, a;thoughnthe results have not been maximezed because it faced various limitaions of the madasah. In terms of the results of improving the performance of private MTs teachers not yet achieving optimal results, this can be understood by academic supervision is not the only factor that can improve teacher performance, there are still many other factors, both internal and external factors
Application of Aluminium Nanostructures for 355 nm Surface-enhanced Raman Spectroscopy of Coconut Milk
Authors: Atanasov Petar , Nedyalkov Nikolay , Dikovska Anna , Karashanova Daniela , Fukata Naoki , Jevasuwan Wipakorn
Published: February 2024

Less than two decades ago aluminium plasmonics emerged and attracted great interest. Aluminium nanoparticles were produced on fused silica substrates by the direct picosecond laser deposition technique. The as prepared active substrates were used for the first time to 355 nm surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy to detect coconut milk as a probe analyte. The µ-Raman spectrum was also applied for comparison and the transmission spectrum of the aluminium nanoparticles array was checked.
Simulation on a Generalized Oscillator Model: Web-Based Application
Authors: Golev Angel , Terzieva Todorka , Iliev Anton , Rahnev Asen , Kyurkchiev Nikolay
Published: February 2024

In this paper, we propose new generalized oscillator model. Considerations in the light of the Melnikov's approach are also given. We focus on some interesting simulations based on the proposed new model. This is an integral part of a planned much more general Web-based application for scientific computing.
Four Innovative Drone Interceptors
Authors: Zabunov Svetoslav , Mardirossian Garo
Published: February 2024

Recent innovations in unmanned aerial vehicles facilitate the availability of these sophisticated devices to almost all individuals, entities and companies anywhere in the world. The various benefits drones offer might be employed in both legal and illegal scenarios. Misuse of drones is only limited to one's imagination. Common plots encompass terrorist acts, smuggling of materials over borders, spying, etc.

The advance of drone technologies asks for adequate and proportional anti-drone developments.

This paper focuses on a few recent anti-drone inventions established during 2023 in Space Research and Technology Institute at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. Four inventions of anti-drone interceptors are presented here. These devices are drones themselves. The inventions elaborate on the method of interception and neutralisation rather than on the  detection and tracking process. All four innovations are small in size, lightweight and can be carried in multiple numbers and launched by a single person. The interceptors might be reused for several launches.
Occlusion and Nutrition after Peadiatric Prosthetic Treatment
Authors: Dimitrova Desislava , Dimova-Gabrovska Mariana
Published: February 2024

Nutritional and well-balanced food intake is of utmost importance for children's proper physical development and growth. Changes in masticatory structures are likely to cause significant change in both children's and adult's diet. The aim of this study is to examine the occlusion and the intake of macronutrients in children who have undergone dental treatment and restoration of the teeth affected by caries and its complications with different types of aesthetic crowns.

The study included 103 children, which are prosthetically treated with crown structures and divided into four age groups. The restoration of the occlusal balance after the completion of the prosthetic treatment was established by means of a new generation of digital recording system (OccluSense by Bausch, Germany). A 24-hour diary on consumed foods and liquids was taken from children and their parents. Data is analyzed and processed statistically.

The obtained results in all studied diagrams showed an increase in the occlusal forces bilaterally in the distal areas of the dentition in the anterior-posterior direction. Protein and carbohydrate intake by the tested children corresponded to the recommended range of 15.2±3.7 E% and 46.6±7.8 E%. Increased fat intake of 38.1±7.5 E%, as well as fibre consumption below the recommended values (13.6 g to 18.6 g) have also been observed.

Dental restoration of heavily damaged children's teeth using prosthetic dentistry methods provides the opportunity for a normal intake of the main macronutrients.
Susceptibility of flexible plastic foodstuffs packaging against Monomorium indicum (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) household ants
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad Junaid , Hassan Muhammad Waqar , Sarwar Ghulam , Jamil Moazzam , Hussain Tanveer
Published: February 2024

Ants belonging to the Monomorium indicum (Formicidae: Hymenoptera) species are ubiquitous insects that are commonly associated with household settings in Pakistan. Packaged foodstuffs are easily destroyed by household ants when packaging is made with materials that have a high susceptibility. This study evaluated the susceptibility of three common flexible plastic packaging materials namely: opaque polyethylene, transparent polyethylene and polypropylene, which were each tested at thicknesses of 0.02 mm for their susceptibility against M. indicum. Except opaque polyethylene which is only available at 0.02 mm thickness, both transparent polyethylene and polypropylene were tested at higher thickness of 0.04 mm and 0.06 mm also against M. indicum. In order to simulate household settings, experiments were conducted at the faculty building of the agriculture and environment department of The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan during summer vacations when the building was quiet. Different corners were selected near water sources for maximum exposure to the largest number of ants. Experimental cages used for the experiment were built with wood and 2 mm iron gauze to allow only ants to enter the cages. Daily activity of ants was used as an infestation source in cages. Experiments were run over three time spans of fifteen days each from June 20th 2022 to August 15th 2022. Results showed all packaging materials were susceptible against M. indicum at the 0.02 mm thickness level. Polypropylene was susceptible at 0.04 mm thickness but resistant to ants at 0.06 mm thickness, whereas polyethylene was still susceptible to ants at the higher thickness of 0.06 mm. Correlation of packaging damage with weather factors showed that temperature had a positive relationship, while relative humidity had a negative association with M. indicum attack. Overall correlation of packaging damage with packaging thickness showed packaging thickness was negatively associated with packaging damage from the ants. Because major cutting role is performed by the mandibles, we studied mandibles of ants and three frequent pests of packaged foodstuff namely Rhyzopertha dominica, Tribolium castaneum and Trogoderma granarium. The results showed that ants had the largest mandible and frontal mandibular tooth lengths compared with the mandibles and frontal teeth of the common stored product pests, indicating M. indicum household ants have a higher pest status for packaged foodstuffs compared to common stored product pests. Although the thickness of the flexible plastic packaging was a major factor against household ants, the study results recommend the use of polypropylene with a thickness of at least 0.06 mm as foodstuff packaging against household ants compared with polyethylene packaging, which was found to be susceptible to ants even at 0.06 mm thickness.
Research and experimental verification on the mechanisms of cellular senescence in triple-negative breast cancer
Authors: Cao Tengfei , Huang Mengjie , Huang Xinyue , Tang Tian
Published: February 2024

Background

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive breast cancer subtype with high heterogeneity, poor prognosis, and a low 10-year survival rate of less than 50%. Although cellular senescence displays extensive effects on cancer, the comprehensions of cellular senescence-related characteristics in TNBC patients remains obscure.

Method

Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data were analyzed by Seurat package. Scores for cellular senescence-related pathways were computed by single-sample gene set enrichment analysis (ssGSEA). Subsequently, unsupervised consensus clustering was performed for molecular cluster identification. Immune scores of patients in The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) dataset and associated immune cell scores were calculated using Estimation of STromal and Immune cells in MAlignantTumours using Expression data (ESTIMATE) and Microenvironment Cell Populations-counter (MCP-counter), Tumor Immune Estimation Resource (TIMER) and Estimating the Proportion of Immune and Cancer cells (EPIC) methods, respectively. Immunotherapy scores were assessed using TIDE. Furthermore, feature genes were identified by univariate Cox and Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) regression analyses; these were used to construct a risk model. Additionally, quantitative reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) and transwell assay were conducted for in vitro validation of hub genes.

Result

TNBC was classified into three subtypes based on cellular senescence-related pathways as clusters 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, cluster 1 showed the best prognosis, followed by cluster 2 and cluster 3. The levels of gene expression in cluster 2 were the lowest, whereas these were the highest in cluster 3. Moreover, clusters 1 and 3 showed a high degree of immune infiltration. TIDE scores were higher for cluster 3, suggesting that immune escape was more likely in patients with the cluster 3 subtype who were less likely to benefit from immunotherapy. Next, the TNBC risk model was constructed and validated. RT-qPCR revealed that prognostic risk genes (MMP28, ACP5 and KRT6A) were up-regulated while protective genes (CT83) were down-regulated in TNBC cell lines, validating the results of the bioinformatics analysis. Meanwhile, cellular experiments revealed that ACP5 could promote the migration and invasion abilities in two TNBC cell lines. Finally, we evaluated the validity of prognostic models for assessing TME characteristics and TNBC chemotherapy response.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these findings help to assess the efficacy of targeted therapies in patients with different molecular subtypes, have practical applications for subtype-specific treatment of TNBC patients, and provide information on prognostic factors, as well as guidance for the revelation of the molecular mechanisms by which senescence-associated genes influence TNBC progression.