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A RYÛSUKE HAMAGUCHI MOVIE: ‘WALDEN'
Authors: Atay Simber
Published: March 2024

Ryûsuke Hamaguchi (1978) is one of the most important directors of contemporary cinema. He has won many awards with his films at the world's major film festivals such as Berlin, Cannes, and Venice and he received the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film in 2022 with his movie ‘Drive My Car’. Hamaguchi’s ‘Walden’ (2022) is one of Hamaguchi's recent movies. ‘Walden’ is a co-production of Austria, and Japan, premiered at The Festival Viennale (2022). Within Hamaguchi’s relatively mainstream cinema poetics, the movie ‘Walden’ is an experimental work that invites the spectator to a deep contemplation. The film is a 2-minute, almost monochrome record of a water surface with reflections of trees, raindrops, vibration waves, water rings, bird songs, swarming insects, several sounds of nature, a floating leaf, etc. In addition to the sounds of nature, the film includes a female voice excerpt with music from Douglas Sirk's ‘All That Heaven Allows’ (1955). Jean Wyman who is the protagonist “Cary Scott” of ‘All That Heaven Allows’, reads some lines from Henry David Thoreau's book Walden (1854). This movie at the same time is a documentary record of a water surface; a free cinematographic adaptation of Henri David Thoreau's autobiographical book ‘Walden’, a deep romantic landscape through continuous and random visual variations occurring on the surface and a crystallization of Hamaguchi’s style. Hamaguchi’s ‘Walden’ surface also becomes an interface where Hamaguchi the artist, and the spectator meet temporally to explore the noema of existence, nature, and cinema within a Heideggerian-verse. Besides the 2- minute durée of the film and its surface subject indicates a continuous oscillation between Kronos and Aion in the Deleuzian sense.

 

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HEALTH EDUCATION ON INSTAGRAM: HELP OR HYPE?
Authors: Graefen Bahar , Hasanli Shams , Jabrayilov Araz , Alakbarova Gulgaz , Tahmazi Khayala , Gurbanova Jamila , Fazal Nadeem
Published: March 2024

In recent years, Instagram has become the most popular tool among professional doctors in Azerbaijan for educating their patients. The use of the Instagram application aims to raise patients' awareness of the importance of taking care of their health and to increase their knowledge about their health conditions using modern services. This research aimed to evaluate the efficacy and quality of medical content on Instagram as a health education tool. We conducted a survey to collect anonymous data from more than 205 respondents and summarized the following points. It included both closed-ended questions involving Likert scales. Students received a request to take part in the study by email from the researchers. The survey consisted of a series of questions related to Instagram usage for health information, perceived benefits, and content preferences. 65% of the respondents were already obtaining health information from Instagram before participating in the study. 15.1% of them frequently visit Instagram for health information while 5% had found the health information accessed there harmful. 71% of respondents think accessing health information in this way is beneficial but that the quality and usefulness of the content are average. 95% of respondents reported that the health information they obtained from the identical platform was not causing them any harm. The medical information shared on Instagram is generally considered useful and beneficial by the population, but it is desirable to improve the quality of the content.

 

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RECURRENT EXPENDITURE ON INTERNAL SECURITY AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN NIGERIA
Authors: Chioma Chidinma George-Anokwuru , Edet Etim Inimino,
Published: March 2024

It is the responsibility of the government to ensure the internal safety of those living in the country. This is because it (the government) has the resources needed to deploy and ensure that the country is safe. To achieve internal safety, the federal government of Nigeria has continued to increase expenditure on internal security with a view of securing all those living in the country for investment and innovation. Thus, this paper investigated the relationship between government recurrent expenditure on internal security and economic growth in Nigeria from 1980 to 2022. The data for the study were sourced from Central Bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin. The Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model was employed as the main analytical tool. The results of the analyses revealed the presence of a long-run association among the variables. The results also showed that in the long run, government recurrent expenditure on internal security has a positive and insignificant relationship with economic growth in Nigeria. At the same time, exchange rate has a positive and significant relationship with economic growth in Nigeria. Also, interest rate has a negative and significant relationship with economic growth in Nigeria. In the short run, government recurrent expenditure on internal security has a negative and significant relationship with economic growth in Nigeria. The exchange rate and interest rate have a positive and significant relationship with economic growth in Nigeria. The study concluded that the relationship between government recurrent expenditure on internal security and economic growth in Nigeria varies, as it could be positive (in the long run) or negative (in the short run). Therefore, the study recommended that recurrent expenditure on internal security which includes pay to officers, salaries to specialists within internal security forces or connected to internal security organizations, pensions of internal security personnel; and social services for personnel and their families; maintenance and operations; internal security research and development, medical services, etc. should be increased because in the long run it will provide a spin-off effect on the national economy and increase economic growth.
 

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Genre Analysis of a Pakistani Footwear Brand Website: An Investigation of Content and Structure
Authors: Rafique Komal , Ur Rehman Khubaib , Afzal Seerat
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this research is to undertake a genre analysis of a Pakistani shoe brand website to evaluate the strategic arrangement of its structure and content. Since the advent of online shopping, content like product descriptions and webpage orientation have become increasingly important. The primary goal of this research is to evaluate the website's structure, content, and alignment to explain how it is made convenient for online buyers. Bhatia's moves analysis of the sales letter is employed to identify the strategic approach that drives buyers to shop online. In this study, the seven moves are as follows: establishing credentials, introducing the offer, giving incentives, referring to the enclosed document, requesting additional conversation, applying pressure tactics, and concluding politely. For this purpose, the qualitative interpretative technique is utilized to assess the website's content and structure. Screenshots of the website have been used to examine the contents and how it is organized on the page. Finally, it is deduced that the website appears to be managed logically; nonetheless, it is required to provide detailed descriptions of products to make it more user-friendly.
The Influence of Justice Perception on Tax Compliance Behavior by the Mediating Influence of Social Support: An Empirical Investigation in Pakistan
Authors: Riaz Zahid , Shafiq Muhammad Aqib , Gillani Syed Hassan Abbas , Yasin Naveed
Published: March 2024

Governments modify their financial commitments and levy taxes to fund public services. Every person's tax behavior is unique. Tax compliance is a cooperative relationship between active taxpayers and the government. Additionally, taxpayers hide certain assets to claim deductions and lower their tax liability. Rules often include tax audits and penalties to collect tax amounts. The behavior of tax compliance is the primary objective of the research. Using a quantitative technique, we seek the respondent's view of the fairness of tax legislation. Only 325 practitioners filled out the 400 surveys submitted to bar councils. Pakistan has to improve its tax collecting system, which is why there are a lot of issues with tax collection. Lack of knowledge is a significant problem for individuals about tax collection. Policies and rules adopted by the Pakistan government need to be revised, and there is a need to conduct programs and seminars on tax collection for both government and individuals. The legal system is more effective in recovering tax penalties, whereas procedural justice investigates people's tax compliance. Furthermore, taxpayers hide part of their assets to lower their taxable income and file deductions. To evaluate and quantify tax collecting system fraud, tax auditing is an important area of study. There is a favorable and statistically significant correlation between tax compliance behavior and impression of justice, according to the results. This proves that the null hypothesis is false and that there is a significant connection. The framework of Pakistan's tax system may continue to function and contribute to the country's economy if people work together with the government and do their jobs effectively. The tax justice system provides a more effective means of identifying issues and suggesting solutions.
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Interactions of the Economic and Political Cycle in the Czech and Slovak Republics
Authors:   Institute of Economic Sciences, Faculty of Economics and Administration, University of Pardubice, City, Czech Republic, Volejníková Jolana , Kucharčíková Alžbeta ,   Department of Macro and Microeconomics, Faculty of Management Science and Informatics, University of Žilina, Žilina, Slovakia;
Published: March 2024

The global SARS-CoV-2 pandemic was unprecedented for human society. On the one hand, it brought an authentic experience of the sudden collapse of the economic cycle, on the other hand, it tested the strength, credibility and management skills of governments. The slowdown in economic activity as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, forced quarantines and emergencies showed a number of differences and specifics between countries. These are, among other things, the result of different approaches of individual governments and their ability to solve the crisis. The primary goal of this article is to analyze the political dimension of the pandemic crisis. In connection with the hypothesis of the political economic cycle, we ask the question to what extent the pandemic crisis affected its mechanism. Has the pandemic crisis become a limiting factor in the concept of the political-economic cycle? In the context of the relevant phases of the political cycle of two institutionally close countries, we analyze and compare the approach of their governments (the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic) to solving the coronavirus crisis and examine whether governments can influence the performance of the economy in this extraordinary situation in accordance with the theoretical assumptions of the political economic cycle.
Root Canal Treatment: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors:   Dentist, Brussels, Belgium, Cakici Sara
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Root canal treatment is a cornerstone in contemporary endodontic therapy. Bibliometric analyses allow comparisons among countries, institutions, or academic schools of thought. Scientific communication can be examined from a broad perspective. Objective: This comprehensive article aims to elucidate the historical evolution, current concepts, and emerging trends in root canal treatment. Materials and Methods: The Web of Science database was utilized in our research. The analysis ultimately incorporated 5,018 articles. The Bibliometrix software was employed to analyze the data obtained. Our examination of 5,018 articles was divided into four segments: performance analysis, word analysis, thematic analysis, and collaboration network analysis. Results: The peak of annual scientific production was reached in 2023 with 547 articles, while the highest annual average citation count was achieved in 2006 with 3.7 citations per article. India, the USA, and China are prominent in single-country publications, while the USA, Brazil, and China stand out in multi-country publications. Conclusion: Based on the data about the research at hand, the literature surrounding RCT is expansive and continually growing, featuring contributions on an international scale and incorporating a diverse array of document types.
A Review on the Investigation of Durability Performance of High-Performance Concrete with Cementitious Materials
Authors: Shubham Adhikari  , Chougale Jaydeep B  , Dr. Ajay Radke
Published: March 2024

This in-depth examination investigates the ever-evolving area of High-Performance Concrete (HPC), which has seen growth in the amount of research conducted on it because of its increasing use in the construction industry. This review aims to investigate the longevity of high-performance concrete, that emphasizes Fly Ash, Silica Fume, GGBS, Colloidal Silica and an extensive variety of cementitious components and investigate the ways in which curing conditions, mix ratios, and exposure to the environment influence the overall durability performance of HPC combinations. The environmental and performance implications of using cement in HPC and the potential benefits of substituting cement with cementitious materials like GGBS, Fly Ash and Silica Fume are critically reviewed. Cement production is a substantial contributor to CO2 emissions, and it poses significant environmental challenges with the industry accounting for nearly about 8% of global anthropogenic CO2 emissions. The incorporation of cementitious materials into HPC has been identified as a viable strategy to mitigate these environmental impacts. These materials not only reduce the carbon footprint by decreasing cement consumption but also enhance the concrete's mechanical properties and durability performance. The use of GGBS has been shown to improve the strength and serviceability properties of concrete, contributing to a denser microstructure and increased resistance to chloride penetration. It also improves mechanical and durability properties of HPC including enhanced impermeability and resistance to chloride-ion permeability. The review provides a summary of current research findings and offers incisive suggestions for enhancing the long-term durability of HPC. This is accomplished by carefully examining how cementitious materials impact crucial durability characteristics such as permeability, sulphate attack, chloride penetration and carbonation.
Voltage Regulation and Power Factor Enhancement for EV Charging Station by Using Optimization Algorithm
Authors: Barath C M K  , Indhu Vadhana S  , Siran P  , Vignesh A G  , Dr.Radha M
Published: March 2024

A Cuk converter-based Power Factor (PF) and voltage regulation enhancement model for an electric vehicle (EV) charging circuit is created and developed, utilizing an optimization technique. Using the Cuk converter's performance measures in Continuous Conduction Mode (CCM), the charging system may produce a steady output current with better PF. This project implements an optimization algorithm-based correction approach for power factor and voltage regulation.  The Jaya optimization algorithm, which is a basic metaheuristic algorithm, uses less algorithm-specific parameters. The use of an optimization algorithm aids in the dynamic adjustment of converter operation to maintain the appropriate power factor and voltage levels under non-linear situations such as load fluctuations and input changes.  The algorithm evaluates the output and modifies the system's parameters to optimize performance for real-time EV applications, taking into account factors such as changing load requirements, input supply uncertainty, and desired voltage levels. The suggested method is created and tested in MATLAB/Simulink. The suggested algorithm is then confirmed experimentally as a hardware prototype.
Enhancing Learning Outcomes in Social Sciences through the Integration of Research-Based Teaching Strategies
Authors: Vijaya Lakshmi V  , Dass P  , Srivalli B  , Ugandhar T
Published: March 2024

In the dynamic landscape of social sciences education, the integration of research-based teaching strategies stands as a transformative approach to enriching learning outcomes and cultivating critical thinking skills among students. This abstract elucidates the profound impact of infusing research-based methodologies into social sciences pedagogy, highlighting the multifaceted benefits and implications for educators and learners alike. Research-based teaching strategies epitomize a pedagogical paradigm rooted in empirical evidence and scholarly inquiry, aimed at facilitating deeper understanding and engagement with course content. Within the realm of social sciences, where complex societal phenomena and interdisciplinary perspectives abound, the integration of such strategies offers a strategic pathway to navigate the intricacies of the discipline and foster intellectual curiosity among students. Central to the efficacy of research-based teaching strategies is their ability to stimulate active learning and student-centred exploration of subject matter. By incorporating experiential learning activities, inquiry-based projects, and collaborative research endeavors, educators empower students to construct knowledge collaboratively and apply theoretical frameworks to real-world contexts. Through hands-on engagement with primary sources, data analysis, and critical reflection, students develop the analytical acumen and problem-solving skills essential for navigating the complexities of contemporary social issues. Furthermore, research-based teaching strategies serve as catalysts for cultivating a culture of inquiry and intellectual rigor within the classroom environment. By encouraging students to critically evaluate evidence, interrogate assumptions, and engage in disciplined inquiry, educators foster a spirit of intellectual curiosity and scholarly inquiry among learners. Through exposure to diverse methodological approaches and research methodologies, students gain insight into the nuances of social scientific inquiry and develop the capacity to formulate evidence-based arguments and perspectives. Moreover, empirical research underscores the positive impact of integrating research-based teaching strategies on learning outcomes and student engagement in social sciences education. By aligning instructional practices with evidence-based principles of effective teaching and learning, educators can optimize student retention, mastery of content, and academic achievement.
Multi-factor based Regression Test Case Prioritization using Fuzzy Logic
Authors: Waqar Muhammad Waqar Arshad , Dr. Muhammad Bilal Bashir  , Dr.  Yaser Hafeez
Published: March 2024

The maintenance level activity generally done after the modification in the software to check whether it is functioning right or not is termed as regression testing. Test case prioritization, a key practice, involves strategically ordering test cases based on specific criteria to enhance the efficiency of fault detection within a condensed time frame. The fuzzy rule base serves as an alternative to the conventional crisp value set, offering a nuanced approach beyond binary outcomes (Yes or No). The primary objective of this research is to address critical factors often overlooked in existing literature on prioritization. Notably, prevalent approaches focus on singular factors during test case prioritization, highlighting the need for a comprehensive technique. To enhance the prioritization of test cases, there is a demand for a method that considers multi-factors or combinations thereof, ultimately increasing effectiveness. This paper introduces an innovative approach a multi-factors regression test-case prioritization technique utilizing fuzzy rules. The methodology aims to optimize the prioritization of test cases, striking a balance between effectiveness and time efficiency. Fuzzy rules are formulated to assess the effectiveness of a prioritized set of test cases in developing the proposed approach. A user-friendly tool has been developed to facilitate the application of this technique, allowing users to input relevant factors and subsequently prioritize test cases accordingly. Through extensive experiments using the developed tool, the effectiveness of the proposed approach has been validated. The results demonstrate that the priority lists of test cases generated for different projects, considering multi-factors, show greater promise compared to techniques relying solely on a single factor for prioritization.
The Dark Triad Personality: The Impact and How to Manage at Work
Authors: Rahmi Kus Hanna
Published: March 2024

This article is based on a literature review on the dark personality. The Dark Triad personality traits encompass malevolent and socially aversive characteristics and have been associated with a wide range of behaviors and outcomes, including short-term mating strategies, socially aversive outcomes, selfish and exploitative behaviors, and career-related implications. Understanding the implications of these traits is crucial for promoting responsible and ethical conduct in various contexts. The Dark Triad personality traits encompass malevolent and socially aversive characteristics and have been associated with a wide range of behaviors and outcomes, including short-term mating strategies, socially aversive outcomes, selfish and exploitative behaviors, and career-related implications. Understanding the implications of these traits is crucial for promoting responsible and ethical conduct in various contexts. The identification of Dark Triad traits has been approached using various measures and assessments, allowing researchers to explore the malevolent and socially aversive characteristics associated with narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism in different contexts and populations.
Church Attendance in the Post Covid-19 Era: The Case of Bulawayo East Seventh-Day Adventist Church.
Authors: Moyo Sithembinkosi
Published: March 2024

The day the earth stood still! This was an expected event, which caught everyone by surprise. People were expected within a short space of time to come up with safe measures to implement as to save lives. Lives have been turned upside down for the entire human race. The Church found itself on the receiving end and had to systematically respond to this global pandemic through the announcements of closing its doors for worship in a bid to combat the spread of the deadly virus. Early 2021 when Covid-19 pandemic was put under control the government relaxed COVID-19 restrictions and churches responded to this with gladness. The church doors were opened and congregants filled up the pews, however there was a group that has never sat foot to church since churches were closed due to COVID-19 in 2020. When the Seventh Day Adventist church in Zimbabwe opened its doors, the Bulawayo East District ceased most of its online programming to encourage physical worship leaving the group not attending church stranded. The district however came up with strategies to lure members back to church and keep their spiritual lives in check. It is therefore the object of this qualitative study to interrogate the effectiveness of the methods adopted by Bulawayo East Church.
Understanding Fertigation Adoption: An Investigation into the Theory of Planned Behaviour among Indigenous Communities in Perak, Malaysia
Authors: Siaw Shin Yee , Bakar Tengku Halimatun Sa’adiah T Abu , Yusuf Munifah Siti Amira , Mat Haslizah A/P
Published: March 2024

The Orang Asli Resettlement Programme (RPS) aimed to uplift the indigenous community, particularly in the Titiwang Range area of Perak. Despite socio-economic development projects under the RPS, poverty persists among the indigenous people, and conventional farming practices persist. They also refuse to implement fertigation technology due to negative perceptions of fertigation technology. This study aims to determine the relationship between attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behaviour control towards fertigation technology among indigenous people in Perak. This study adopted a quantitative survey design conducted in Perak, Malaysia. A sample size of 150 indigenous people in Perak was selected as the respondents through purposive sampling. The collected data was subjected to descriptive and correlation analysis using Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) version 26. The findings showed that there is a significant relationship between attitude (r=0.776, p=0.000), subjective norm (r=0.591, p=0.000) and perceived behavioural control (r=0.726, p=0.000) with the perception of indigenous people towards fertigation systems. The study recommended increasing agriculture-related programmes, particularly training initiatives, by organisations such as MUHAMMAD KAMALHAMDI BIN NAZAN (IMS ADA, EXCEL XDOP) JAKOA, DOA and non-profit organisations to improve indigenous technical training.
Editorial
Authors: Piedimonte Fabián C.
Published: March 2024

Estimados lectores:Comenzamos este consecutivo octavo año de trabajo, fieles a la permanente filosofía de superación. En esta oportunidad enfrentamos un doble desafío, que lejos de preocuparnos nos estimula a trabajar arduamente para su concreción.Por un lado, reconociendo los múltiples beneficios de la digitalización, y enarbolando su máxima virtud: la masiva accesibilidad, decidimos adoptar en forma definitiva esta valiosa herramienta.Sin dejar de lado la familiar edición impresa a la que estamos habituados desde los inicios de NeuroTarget, a partir de este volumen dispondremos, en forma simultánea, de una opción completamente digital que permitirá al lector un inmediato acceso al material científico.Adicionalmente, el beneficio de publicar las imágenes preservando los colores originales permitirá una mejor ilustración de los artículos.En segundo término, en virtud a la calidad y cantidad de material que en la actualidad recibe NeuroTarget, y con la decidida intención de continuar escalando posiciones de acuerdo a los requisitos planteados por los organismos regulatorios de las publicaciones científicas, serán cuatro los números a publicar por año a partir de este Volumen. La toma de ambas decisiones no ha sido sencilla ni ligera. Por el contrario, profundamente meditada, evaluando el impacto a corto, mediano y largo plazo.Es por esto que estaremos atentos a todas aquellas sugerencias que tiendan a optimizar el resultado final de Neurotarget.
Vista anatómica del eje fundamental rector de la cirugía estereotáctica
Authors: Piedimonte Fabián C.
Published: March 2024

Vista anatómica del eje fundamental rector de la cirugía estereotáctica
Dosis de gabapentoides en manejo del dolor neuropático en pacientes de la Unidad de Dolor y Cuidados Paliativos del Hospital Clínico de la Universidad de Chile
Authors: Miranda Juan Pablo , Jiménez Leonella , Orellana Rodrigo , Abusada Nancy , Maiza Tomás , Telias Marcos , Otárola Andrés , Jaque Juanita
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Determinar la dosis de gabapentoides utilizada en manejo del dolor neuropático en pacientes ambulatorios atendidos en la Unidad de Dolor y Cuidados Paliativos del Hospital Clínico Universidad de Chile.Material: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo-prospectivo de los pacientes con diagnóstico de dolor neuropático, atendidos ambulatoriamente en la Unidad de Dolor y Cuidados Paliativos, durante el periodo marzo 2008 a febrero de 2009. Se realizó el tratamiento farmacológico en base al modelo de escalera analgésica. Luego del seguimiento, se analizaron variables demográficas, clínicas y el tratamiento farmacológico prescrito, definiéndose como eficacia analgésica, disminución en la intensidad del dolor en puntuación de escala visual análoga, disminución de puntaje en cuestionario DN4, funcionalidad en escala Karnofsky y mejoría del insomnio. Se realizó análisis con test de Student y test de Wilcoxon para datos emparejados, en programa estadístico Stata versión 10.0®, considerando un valor p significativo <0,05.Resultados: Durante el período estudiado, ingresaron un total de 96 pacientes. De ellos, cumplieron con criterio de dolor neuropático definitivo y registros completos un total de 86 (89,6%), los que constituyeron la muestra final de este estudio. Se encontraron 62 (72,1%) pacientes de sexo femenino, con un promedio de edad de 55,3 ± 14,8 (28 - 84) años y 24 (27,9%) pacientes de sexo masculino con edad promedio de 54,8 ± 19,3 (18 - 84), sin diferencias significativas por sexo (p=0,88). Los diagnósticos principales fue lumbaciática (16%) y fibromialgia (16%), sin diferencias por sexo entre los diagnósticos. Las dosis finales alcanzadas, luego de la titulación con gabapentoides, fueron de 693,3 ± 367,4 mg para gabapentina y 168,8 ± 87,3 mg para pregabalina. En relación a los instrumentos aplicados, la intensidad del dolor medida en puntuación de la EVA y en la escala DN4 se logró disminuir significativamente (p<0,01) en un 61,1% (7,2 vs 2,8) y 68,9% (5,8 v/s 1,8), respectivamente. El insomnio severo disminuyó desde un 76% a un 8% p<0,001 y no se encontraron diferencias significativas en la puntuación de la escala de funcionalidad de Karnofsky.Discusión: Los gabapentoides, junto a una analgesia basada en el modelo de la escalera analgésica, nos ofrecen una nueva herramienta efectiva para el alivio del dolor en pacientes con dolor neuropático, por lo que debería considerarse a los gabapentoides como fármacos coadyuvantes de primera línea en pacientes con dolor neuropático.
Relato oficial del INS. 11th World Congress in Berlin
Authors: Andreani Juan Carlos
Published: March 2024

Resulta comprobable que la neuromodulación es una disciplina que está creciendo a paso firme en todo el mundo y no es para menos, sus aportes para mejorar e incluso curar, condiciones mórbidas hasta hace pocos años consideradas irreversibles, están a la vista. Si se requería una prueba palpable de tales asertos baste la cantidad y la calidad de la concurrencia a los eventos mundiales de la International Neuromodulation Society (INS) realizados cada dos años, son cada vez mayores.
Cloud Cost Optimization: Achieving Cost Savings through AWS Spot Fleet Utilization and Optimizing Cloud Resource Usage
Authors: Mulpuri Gowtham
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Cloud computing has revolutionized the way organizations deploy and manage their IT infrastructure. However, as cloud adoption increases, so does the complexity of managing cloud costs.

Methodology: AWS Spot Fleet offers a compelling way to optimize cloud expenses by leveraging unused computing capacity at a fraction of the standard price.

Findings: This paper explores strategies for cloud cost optimization through AWS Spot Fleet utilization and effective cloud resource management.

Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: By incorporating real-time use cases and practical advice, we aim to guide organizations in maximizing their cloud investment without sacrificing performance or reliability.
Vertical Windmills as a Charging Station Solution for Pantai Kondang Merak
Authors: Muhiban Syabani
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Kondang Merak Beach is a popular tourist destination visited by tourists for tours. The average tourist comes from urban areas who are already familiar with electronic devices for activities of daily life. Based on the facts from the initial survey, it was found that the obstacle that is often faced by tourist visitors is the electricity network that has not been accessed by PLN. Electricity is needed by visitors to recharge gadget batteries and for other purposes. The electricity supply so far has been obtained from diesel generators which only operate at night. Therefore, a power supply that can operate 24 hours is needed, especially when many visitors come during the day. We can take advantage of the potential energy available on the beach such as wind, sun, and ocean waves (Pitriadi et al., 2018).
 
Keywords: vertical windmill, generator, charging station
Sosyal Medya Kullanım Amaçları ve Sanal Ortam Yalnızlığı Arasındaki İlişki: Üniversite Öğrencileri Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: Karabacak Çelik Aynur
Published: March 2024

Sosyal bir varlık olan insan, kişiler arası ilişkileri geliştirmek için çaba harcamaktadır. İnsan, sosyal ilişkilerini bazen yüz yüze bazen de sanal ortamlarda kurabilmektedir. Ancak sanal ortamların gereğinden fazla ve işlevsel olmayan amaçlarla kullanılması, sosyal ilişkileri geliştirme amacına hizmet etmeyebilir ve bireyler sanal ortamlarda da yalnızlık hissedebilir. Bu araştırmada, bireylerin sosyal medya kullanım amaçları ile sanal yalnızlıkları arasındaki ilişkilerin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. İlişkisel araştırmaya uygun tasarlanan bu araştırma, 611 lisans öğrencisi ile gerçekleştirildi. Çalışmanın veri toplama sürecinde, Sosyal Medya Kullanım Amaçları Ölçeği ile Sanal Ortam Yalnızlık Ölçeği kullanıldı. Bulgular, sanal paylaşım ve sanal sosyalleşme alt boyutları ile boş zamanları değerlendirme, arkadaşlarla iletişim, olayları/gündemi takip etme, eğlenme ve rahatlama, müzik dinleme, insanları daha iyi tanıma, mesaj gönderme ve alma, kişisel sunum ve bilgi paylaşma, fikir alışverişinde bulunma, kişi ve organizasyonlara ulaşma arasında pozitif yönlü anlamlı ilişkiler olduğunu gösterdi. Sanal yalnızlık alt boyutu ile herhangi bir sosyal medya kullanım amacı değişkenleri arasında anlamlı bir ilişki olmadığı belirlendi. Regresyon analizi sonuçları, eğlenme ve rahatlama, insanları daha iyi tanıma, kişi ve organizasyonlara ulaşma amaçlarının sanal sosyalleşme üzerinde anlamlı yordayıcılar olduğu tespit edildi. Bir diğer bulgu, arkadaşlarla iletişim, eğlenme ve rahatlama, insanları daha iyi tanıma ve kişi ve organizasyonlara ulaşma amaçlarının sanal paylaşımın anlamlı yordayıcıları olduğunu gösterdi. Sanal ortam yalnızlığı ile ilişkili olan sosyal medya kullanım amaçlarının belirlendiği bu araştırma sonucunda elde edilen bulgular, olası müdahale çalışmalarına veri sağlamaktadır.
Dijital Propagandanın Yeni Bir Versiyonu: Ukrayna-Rusya Savaşı Örneğinde Deepfake Dokümanlar Üzerine Bir Analiz
Authors: Akmeşe Başak , Taşcıoğlu Raci
Published: March 2024

Algoritmik görsel ve işitsel manipülasyon olarak da tanımlanan deepfake dokümanları, bireylerin tahrif edilmiş bilgilerinin kendi rızası dışında medyaya servis edilmesini mümkün hale getirmiştir. Başlı başına sahte olan bilgiler toplumda dezenformasyon ve propaganda aracına dönüşebilmektedir. Savaş dönemi propaganda faaliyetlerinin konu edinildiği bu araştırmada, deepfake dokümanların dijital propaganda bağlamında nasıl kullanıldığının ortaya konulması amaçlanmaktadır. Bu açıdan deepfake dokümanların ilk kez bir savaş ortamında propaganda amaçlı kullanılması ve dijital propagandanın yeni bir versiyonu olarak hayata geçirilmesi bu araştırmayı hem önemli hale getirmekte hem de özgün kılmaktadır. Bu araştırmada, Ukrayna-Rusya savaşı sürecinde deepfake dokümanlarının dijital propaganda aracı olarak nasıl ve hangi amaçla kullanıldığı ele alınmıştır. Dijital ortamda kullanılan deepfake dokümanları ile ilgili ülke devlet başkanları ve halkının mücadelesi betimleyici bir yaklaşımla analiz edilmektedir. Bu araştırma çerçevesinde, olasılıksız örnekleme yöntemlerinden kolayda örnekleme yöntemiyle belirlenen dört deepfake dokümanı incelenmiştir.
Araştırmanın sonucunda; Rusya’nın siber saldırılarına maruz kalan Ukrayna’nın deepfake dokümanları neticesinde olası propagandalar için halkını önceden uyardığı, hızlı dönüşlerle karşı saldırılarda bulunduğu tespit edilmiştir. Elde edilen bulgulara göre, Ukrayna’nın deepfake dokümanları ile karşı saldırılara geçtiği, videolarda daha çok Putin’i itibarsızlaştıracak içerikler geliştirdiği gözlenmiştir. Dolayısıyla araştırmada bilgi çağında kullanılan, propaganda araçlarının yeni bir versiyonu olan deepfake dokümanlarının savaşın gidişatına kısa süreli de olsa etki ettiği ortaya koyulmaktadır.
Empowering Farmers and Consumers Blockchain Innovations in Agricultural Supply Chains
Authors: Kumar P. V. Siva , Reddy G. Manish , Rajesh Samala , Abhiroop Ravella Sai , Jaiswal Shivesh
Published: March 2024

In recent times, numerous instances have come to light concerning farmer suicides attributed to mounting debts and meager agricultural yields. This poses a significant predicament for countries like India, which are grappling with burgeoning populations and an escalating reliance on land for residential and industrial expansion. The diminishing availability of fertile land for farming necessitates heightened agricultural output to meet the nation's demands. Despite this increasing demand, farmers continue to grapple with formidable challenges. Concurrently, consumers are also grappling with concerns over escalating commodity prices and the quality of produce available in the market. They often find themselves compelled to purchase available goods at prices dictated by sellers. Unscrupulous practices such as black market activities, hoarding, and adulteration, perpetuated by intermediaries, serve to further inflate the costs of agricultural products. Although the desire for organic products is on the rise, the absence of a robust system to trace the various stages of organic cultivation and guarantee authenticity poses a significant hurdle. Perhaps the most glaring issue in the agricultural markets is the palpable disconnect that exists between farmers and consumers. We have introduced an innovative marketplace built upon blockchain technology, designed to foster collaborative farming practices between farmers and consumers. This platform allows farmers to showcase their potential crops and projected yields on a decentralized public ledger. Consumers, in turn, gain access to this information and can assess the credibility of farmers based on their past cultivation and supply records. This pioneering approach establishes a transparent and tamper-proof digital marketplace exclusively for agricultural products. Within this framework, a consensus is established through mutual agreement between farmers and consumers. This consensus enables consumers to financially support individual crops or entire fields, in exchange for a share of the farm's yield or a percentage of the market value profit. A rating system has been implemented to enhance the credibility of both farmers and consumers, drawing from their prior interactions and experiences within the agro-market domain.
FORMULATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF HERBAL SHAMPOO FOR ANTI-DANDRUFF BASED ON LIQUID FORMULA
Authors: Kumar Ajay , Singh Surya Prabhakar , Singh Shashi Pratap , Morya Nirmal
Published: March 2024

The main object of this present study is to prepare and evaluate an  herbal shampoo and determine physiochemical function that  emphasizes on safety, efficacy and quality of the product Herbal  Shampoo is the natural hair-care product which is use to remove  grease, dirt, dandruff and promote hair growth, strength ness and  darkness of the hair. Various drugs are used for the preparation of  cosmetics shampoo. Such drug shows various side effects such as  hair loss, increased scaling, scratching, nausea and headache.  Therefore, an attempt is made to formulate herbal shampoo that is  free from side effects.
A REVIEW ON ROLE OF PHYTOMEDICINES IN TREATMENT OF DIABETES MELLITUS
Authors: Kataria Sneha , Chaudhary Ravi , Alam Mahtab , Chauhan Deepika
Published: March 2024

Diabetes mellitus, both insulin dependent and insulin independent is  a common & serious metabolic disorder throughout the world.  Traditional plants have been used throughout the world or the  treatment of diabetes mellitus. The present paper is an attempt to list  of the some medications having anti diabetic and related beneficial  effects. These phytomedications besides having natural therapeutic  values against various diseases, describes that the anti-diabetic  activity is due to the presence of phenolic compounds, flavanoids,  terpenoids, coumarins. Some of these medications and their  constituents which have role in the management of diabetes mellitus  are compiled here and discussed in this review.
ADVANTAGES OF METFORMIN FOR A DIVERSITY OF DISEASES
Authors: Jaiswal Hariom , Panda Prabhu Dutta , Bharatia Rakesh
Published: March 2024

Because of its affordability and safety, metformin is a commonly used  biguanide medication. Because of its exceptional capacity to lower plasma  glucose levels, it has been used for more than 60 years to treat type 2  diabetes in its early stages. As metformin was used for more and more  conditions, including aging and numerous diseases, its advantages came to  light. Cancers (such as breast, endometrial, bone, colorectal, and melanoma), obesity, liver, cardiovascular, and renal illnesses are some of  these conditions. Diverse signaling pathways allow metformin to exert its  effects in different ways. The underlying mechanics of these many  advantages still need to be clarified. This review's objectives are to briefly  summarise the advantages of metformin and talk about potential underlying  mechanisms.
A REVIEW ON OMICRON (VOC) PREVENTION, GLOBAL RISK ASSESSMENT AND EFFECTIVENESS OF COVID-19 VACCINES AGAINST OMICRON
Authors: Kumar Gaurav , Kumar Ravi , Chaudhary Ramesh , Dhariwal Rajat
Published: March 2024

According to recent study, researchers found a Novel form of corona virus  in November. The variant name is given SAR-COV omicron (B.1.1.529).it  is higher number of mutation 26-32 spike. First case of omicron found in  South Africa on November 9th. There exists a restricted statistics at the  Omicron variant. Overall the synchronized dynamics of Omicron is greater  complicated than CoV-2 or its variants like Delta. The sudden end result is  that while Omicron will be greater contagious than even Delta, it might be  a whole lot much less dangerous. This short note gives the highlights to  identification and global spread of OMICRON which has spread over more  than 150 nations by now, the detection of mutations with inside the RBD  area of Spike protein is a challenge by surpassing vaccine immunity. Before  had will speak approximately its transmission potentiality, infectivity,  sickness morbidity in addition to its effect on COVID‐19 vaccines. This  article gives the information about the spike protein sequence that found in  sub-clade of omicron.
DENDRIMERS FOR NEURO TARGETING
Authors: Singh Aditya , Maheshwari Shubhrat
Published: March 2024

Fortunately, the system is built with established principles that create  a wide safety margin, making failure an occurrence with a low  chance. The mechanical behaviour of the structure is numerically  modelled in an effort to accurately reproduce the real response  because it is difficult to assess such a probability level in an efficient  manner. However, as the complexity of the numerical model is  increased in an effort to increase accuracy and take specific  mechanical behaviour into account, the model tends to become more  time-consuming. Dendrimers are molecules with repeated branches  that have a spherical three-dimensional appearance and form the  centre of dendrimers. The drug molecules can be connected to the  surface of the dendrimer and its sprouting branches in a structure  termed a dendron, which is the dendrimer's sole functional unit.  Dendrimers can be categorised by their generation number, which  ranges from G0.5 to G5, depending on how they grow. Dendrimers  come in a variety of forms, with some having significant uses in the  administration of drugs, such as poly(amidoamine) (PAMAM)  dendrimers, poly(propylene imine) (PPI) dendrimers, polyether copolyester (PEPE) dendrimers, PEGylated dendrimers, and peptide  dendrimers. Dendrimers have an architecture that depends on things  like sizes, forms, surface chemistries, stiffness or flexibility,  architecture, or interior elemental compositions. This article provides  an overview of a comprehensive and effective product design  framework that supports concurrent dendrimer design optimization  applications.
HYDROGEL- A REVIEW
Authors: Solanki Dharmendra , Yadav Priyanka , Soni Anjali , Jaiswal Ritu
Published: March 2024

Hydrogel’s may be defined as a network of polymer chains that are  hydrophilic, water insoluble sometimes found as a colloidal gel in which  water is a dispersion medium. Their ability to absorbed water is because of  its cross linking network structure which is formed by polymer bearing  hydrophilic groups. Hydrogel’s are insoluble due to the presence of  chemical and physical cross-links Such as entanglements. It is also respond  to the fluctuation of environmental stimuli (ionic strength, temperature. pH,  presence of enzyme etc.) and swell or shrink accordingly in the swollen  state they are soft and rubbery resembling the living tissue exhibiting  excellent biocompatibility Hydrogel are commonly used in clinical practice  and experimental medicine for a wide range of applications, including food  additives, Tissue engineering, regenerative medicines, Pharmaceuticals  drug delivery devices and membranes for biosensors etc.
A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY TO ASSESS KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE CONCERNING BREAST CANCER AND BREAST SELF EXAMINATION PRACTICE AMONG WOMEN
Authors: Sruthi S L , Vaishnavi V L , Vijitha Raj V S , Arya M S
Published: March 2024

It is important to assess the existing knowledge and practices related to  breast cancer and its screening in the general population in order to design  and initiate effective health promotion strategies for protecting and  reducing mortality against breast cancer. Women must have enough  understanding and knowledge about breast self-examination and breast  cancer to help them in conducting breast self-examination on a regular basis  and to help in the early diagnosis of the cancer if they notice any changes  in their breasts. So, this study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitude,  practice of women in Thiruvananthapuram of South Kerala regarding breast  cancer and breast self-examination. Data was collected from 233 women in  age group of 20 - 60 years in Kerala. All women in the study were highly  aware of the breast cancer risk factors. Majority 84.6% had good  knowledge about breast cancer whilst, 15.4% of them had poor knowledge  about breast cancer. 165 (73.1%) participants agreed as breast cancer is  preventable. 209 (92.3%) participants were agreed that female above 20  years should practice breast self-examination frequently and 191 (84.6%)  participants agreed that Breast self-examination should be made mandatory  for all female. 217 (96.2%) participants agreed that female must be  educated about breast self-examination. This study revealed a larger  proportion of respondents have heard about breast cancer and breast self examination but with adequate knowledge of the correct procedures of  breast self-examination (BSE) thereby resulting into good attitude &  practice of breast self-examination (BSE).
“FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF TRANSDERMAL PATCH OF AMLODIPIN BESYLATE”
Authors: Yadav Priyanka , Solanki Dharmendra , Soni Anjali , Jaiswal Ritu
Published: March 2024

A Transdermal patch is a medicated adhesive patch that is placed on the  skin to deliver a distinct dose of medication through the skin and into the  blood stream. The transdermal drug delivery system is one of novel drug  delivery system which overcomes arise from the traditional dosage form.  The preformulation studies involves description, solubility, melting point  of the drug were found to be comparable with the standard. Based on the  preformulation studies the drug was suitable for making the transdermal  formulation. In this transdermal drug delivery system F5 was having greater  % drug release. The formulation F5 shows better extended release up to  24hrs when compared to other formulations. So it was concluded that the  formulation F5 prepared by using Eudragit RS100 and HPMC is the better  formulation for control release of drug up to 24hrs of time. However, the  best formulation F-5 follows first order kinetics and the mechanism of  diffusion. Results of the present study encouraged that it can be used as  controlled drug delivery system and frequency of administration can be  minimized.