bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Variations in Nitrogen Accumulation and Use Efficiency in Maize Differentiate with Nitrogen and Phosphorus Rates and Contrasting Fertilizer Placement Methodologies
Authors: Sharifi Sharifullah , Shi Songmei , Dong Xingshui , Obaid Hikmatullah , He Xinhua , Gu Xirong
Published: November 2023

Balanced nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) rates, coupled with rational fertilization methodology, could promote crop N accumulation, N use efficiency, and yield production, particularly in semi-arid and arid regions. To test these characteristics, a two-year (2018 and 2019) pot experiment was performed by growing summer maize in a rain-proof glass greenhouse under nine combined N (112, 150, and 187 kg ha−1, urea) and P (45, 60, and 75 kg ha−1 calcium superphosphate) rates and three contrasting fertilizer placements. The fertilizers were placed by broadcast on the soil surface (Broadcast), a side band on a 4 cm strip of soil surface within 7 cm from the sowing line (Side band), and a deep band on a 4 cm strip below 7 cm soil depth within 7 cm from the sowing line (Deep band). Results from three maize growth stages (eight-leaf, 45 days after sowing, DAS; tasseling, 60 DAS; and harvest, 115 DAS) showed that leaf, stem, root N accumulation, and total soil N were significantly increased under Deep band than under both Side band and Broadcast at N150P60, N187P60, N150P75, and N187P75, but not at N112P45, N150P45, N187P45, N112P60, and N112P75. Significantly greater leaf, stem, and root N accumulations were also displayed at N150 and N187 than at N112 for the same P60 or P75 under the Deep band at 60 DAS and 115 DAS; while for leaf and stem, N accumulations were greater at P75 and P60 than at P45 for the same N150 under Deep band at 45 DAS, 60 DAS, and 115 DAS. Significantly greater agronomy N use efficiency, partial factor productivity, and N use efficiency were exhibited under the Deep band than under the Side band and Broadcast at N150P75 and N187P75, but at N150P60 and N187P60 for NUE only. In addition, leaf, stem, seed, and root N concentrations positively correlated with their own N accumulations or soil N concentrations at the tasseling and harvest stages. Our results demonstrate that a synchronized N150P60, N187P60, N150P75, or N187P75 fertilization rate with Deep band placement can improve soil N availability and root N uptake, and thereby, increase aboveground N accumulation, N use efficiency, and yield production of maize, which is particularly practical for small-holder farmers globally.
A Remote Sensing Approach for Assessing Daily Cumulative Evapotranspiration Integral in Wheat Genotype Screening for Drought Adaptation
Authors: Gómez-Candón David , Bellvert Joaquim , Pelechá Ana , Lopes Marta S.
Published: November 2023

This study considers critical aspects of water management and crop productivity in wheat cultivation, specifically examining the daily cumulative actual evapotranspiration (ETa). Traditionally, ETa surface energy balance models have provided estimates at discrete time points, lacking a holistic integrated approach. Field trials were conducted with 22 distinct wheat varieties, grown under both irrigated and rainfed conditions over a two-year span. Leaf area index prediction was enhanced through a robust multiple regression model, incorporating data acquired from an unmanned aerial vehicle using an RGB sensor, and resulting in a predictive model with an R2 value of 0.85. For estimation of the daily cumulative ETa integral, an integrated approach involving remote sensing and energy balance models was adopted. An examination of the relationships between crop yield and evapotranspiration (ETa), while considering factors like year, irrigation methods, and wheat cultivars, unveiled a pronounced positive asymptotic pattern. This suggests the presence of a threshold beyond which additional water application does not significantly enhance crop yield. However, a genetic analysis of the 22 wheat varieties showed no correlation between ETa and yield. This implies opportunities for selecting resource-efficient wheat varieties while minimizing water use. Significantly, substantial disparities in water productivity among the tested wheat varieties indicate the possibility of intentionally choosing lines that can optimize grain production while minimizing water usage within breeding programs. The results of this research lay the foundation for the development of resource-efficient agricultural practices and the cultivation of crop varieties finely attuned to water-scarce regions.
Lytic and Molecular Evidence of the Widespread Coriander Leaf Spot Disease Caused by Alternaria dauci
Authors: Ghoneem Khalid M. , Al-Askar Abdulaziz A. , El-Gamal Seham M. A. , Rashad Ehsan M. , Elsherbiny Elsherbiny A. , Ibrahim Shafik D. , Marey Samy A. , Saber WesamEldin I. A.
Published: November 2023

Coriandrum sativum L. is a globally significant economic herb with medicinal and aromatic properties. While coriander leaf blight disease was previously confined to India and the USA, this study presents new evidence of its outbreak in Africa and the Middle East caused by Alternaria dauci. Infected leaves display irregular chlorotic to dark brown necrotic lesions along their edges, resulting in leaf discoloration, collapse, and eventual death. The disease also impacts inflorescences and seeds, significantly reducing seed quality. Koch’s postulates confirmed the pathogenicity of the fungus through the re-isolation of A. dauci from artificially infected leaves, and its morphology aligns with typical A. dauci features. Notably, this study identified strong lytic activity (cellulase: 23.76 U, xylanase: 12.83 U, pectinase: 51.84 U, amylase: 9.12 U, and proteinase: 5.73 U), suggesting a correlation with pathogenicity. Molecular characterization using ITS (ON171224) and the specific Alt-a-1 gene (OR236142) supports the fungal morphology. This research provides the first comprehensive documentation of the pathological, lytic, and molecular evidence of A. dauci leaf blight disease on coriander. Future investigations should prioritize the development of resistant coriander varieties and sustainable disease management strategies, including the use of advanced molecular techniques for swift and accurate disease diagnosis to protect coriander from the devastating impact of A. dauci.
Macroeconomic Risks and Monetary Policy in Central European Countries: Parallels in the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland
Authors: Ábel István , Siklos Pierre
Published: November 2023

Changes in interest rates, inflation, and exchange rates are the main components of macroeconomic risks (financial risks) in projects evaluation. However, the conduct of monetary policy as well as its impact on the economic environment is seldom considered as an important component of macroeconomic risks. In this paper, we offer a simple framework to analyze the conduct of monetary policy. We examine the stabilizing properties of monetary policy, its impact, and the parallels in the monetary policy approaches taken in the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland until the pandemic. We provide a simple theoretical background to motivate the main elements of the debate and the choice of policy strategy. We then rationalize the adoption of a form of flexible inflation targeting (FIT). It is characterized by an explicit concern over exchange rates. The empirical evidence, consisting of calibrated and extended Taylor rules, together with local projections estimates, suggests that monetary policy has been practiced with considerable flexibility by all three central banks and has contributed to business cycle stabilization in the region. Most notably, the exchange rate plays an important role in the conduct of monetary policy.
Risk-Based Assessment of the Performance of Territorial Bodies of the Federal Treasury of the Russian Federation
Authors: Fedchenko Elena A. , Gusarova Lyubov V. , Vankovich Inna M. , Lozhechko Alexander S. , Lysenko Anastasia A.
Published: November 2023

This paper presents the authors’ methodology of a risk-oriented approach to assessing the performance of territorial bodies of the Federal Treasury of the Russian Federation. The proposed methodology consists in the application of adjustment coefficients, which account for the quality of the execution of budgetary powers and the growth rate of the gross regional product of the corresponding territory. The goal of the study is to develop a risk-oriented methodology for assessing the contribution of the territorial bodies of the Federal Treasury to the United Nations sustainable development goals and national goals. The current study employs systemic, process based, risk-oriented approaches, statistical data analysis, and mathematical research methods. The gross regional product for the subjects of the Russian Federation is calculated for 2018–2019. Based on an analysis of Russian and foreign research on modern controlling systems and in accordance with the current concept of controlling, an attempt is made to develop a methodology for assessing the performance of the Federal Treasury and its territorial bodies. The main conclusion of the study is that the most expedient approach to assessing the efficiency of territorial bodies of the Federal Treasury is through the balanced scorecard system built in accordance with the strategic goals of the Federal Treasury, the national goals of the Russian Federation, and the UN SDGs.
Households’ Willingness to Pay for Renewable Energy Alternatives in Thailand
Authors: Jotaworn Surasak , Nitivattananon Vilas , Teparakul Ornuma , Wongboontham Thanakom , Sugiyama Masahiro , Numata Masako , Alvarez Daniel del Barrio
Published: November 2023

While the problems about the environmental effects of traditional energy use are growing, Thailand has a rapid response by increasing its renewable energy (RE) policy. Even though Thailand has seen rapid growth in RE, it has been focusing on supporting the producers and not considering the users. In addition, there were few studies on RE receivers in Thailand. To reach sustainable growth and increase the empirical study, this research aims to analyze the socio-economy, electric consumption behavior, attitude, opinions, and cognition of households in Bangkok Metropolitan to willingly pay for RE alternatives in Thailand. A questionnaire survey was carried out for 250 households covering six administrative districts, selected through multistage and stratified sampling techniques. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistics and conditional logit regression. It is found that the overall household in Bangkok still unchanged the status of electricity production based on the findings of socio-economy, behavior, and psychological factors. Considering to pay for RE alternatives, households are willing to pay (WTP) for solar energy at the highest level among other types, and biomass is the least willing to pay when the RE share is expected to reach 40%. These results are relevant for the planning of RE in the metropolitan region and the methodology applicable to other regions for extending RE opportunities to the national level.
ENERGY POTENTIAL OF AERED CONCRETE MIXTURES
Authors: Suleymanov K. , Pogorelova I.
Published: November 2023

The energy potential of aerated concrete mixtures is a characteristic that reflects the ability of materials to release thermal energy during their processing or reaction. This potential depends on the composition of the mixture and other factors such as the heat capacity of the components and the hydration process. In the context of aerated concrete materials, which are widely used in construction, energy potential plays an important role in their production and application, influencing the thermal performance of the material and the ability to store or release heat depending on environmental conditions and processes. In this work, the authors conducted a study of the influence of the composition of the mixture on its energy efficiency. The study presents an analysis of production technologies and recipes used at various enterprises. Particular attention is paid to assessing the nominal compositions of aerated concrete mixtures for materials of different densities, taking into account the main components of aerated concrete mixtures that affect the energy potential. The heat capacity of aerated concrete mixtures is also analyzed taking into account the mass content of the components. Studying the energy potential of aerated concrete mixtures makes it possible to more effectively manage production processes, optimize energy consumption and use the material in various conditions, taking into account its thermal properties.
Association of Sedentary Lifestyle with All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality in Adults with Reduced Kidney Function
Authors: Chuang Min-Hsiang , Wang Hung-Wei , Huang Yun-Ting , Ho Chung-Han , Jiang Ming-Yan
Published: November 2023

Key Points

Nearly half of individuals with reduced kidney function had sedentary lifestyle, defined as more than 6 hours of sitting a day.

Non-Hispanic White individuals and individuals with younger age, obesity, and with diabetes were more likely to have sedentary lifestyles.

Spending more than 6 hours a day sedentary increases the future risk of death from all causes and cardiovascular diseases in individuals with reduced kidney function.

Background

Individuals with CKD tend to have sedentary behavior and decreased physical activity; both are independent predictors of mortality in general population. While physical inactivity correlates to adverse health outcomes in patients with reduced kidney function, it is unclear whether this relationship remains significant for sedentary behavior. Our study purpose was to evaluate the association of sedentary lifestyle with mortality risk in individuals with renal insufficiency.

Methods

The study population were adult participants of 2007–2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey with eGFR <60 ml/min per 1.73 m2 or self-reporting receiving dialysis (N=1419). Sedentary lifestyle was defined as sedentary time >6 hours per day. Outcome of interest was all-cause and cardiovascular disease (CVD)–related or cancer-related mortality.

Results

We observed that non-Hispanic White individuals and individuals with younger age and higher educational level were more likely to have sedentary lifestyle. During a median follow-up of 99 (interquartile range, 70–128) months, a total of 458 participants died (3.98 deaths per 1000 person-months); 120 died from CVD and 92 from cancer, respectively. The crude analysis showed that individuals with sedentary lifestyle have higher risk of all-cause and CVD-related but not cancer-related mortality compared with the nonsedentary population. After adjusting for potential confounders, we showed that all-cause mortality and CVD-related mortality were 1.64-fold (95% confidence interval, 1.26 to 2.12) and 1.66-fold (95% confidence interval, 1.03 to 2.67) higher, respectively, in the sedentary population compared with the nonsedentary population. Similar results were observed in the sensitive analyses, in which we excluded individuals with dialysis, eGFR <15 ml/min per 1.73 m2, or mobility disability.

Conclusions

Our findings suggest that sedentary lifestyle correlated to greater risk of all-cause and CVD-related mortality among individuals with reduced kidney function. Interventions targeting the individuals with risky behaviors may have practical importance for public health.
ПСИХОЛОГІЧНА СПІВМІРНІСТЬ ТРУДОВОЇ САМОРЕГУЛЯЦІЇ ТА МОТИВАЦІЙНИХ ДЕТЕРМІНАНТ ПІДПРИЄМНИЦЬКОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ
Authors: Вєтрова Наталія , Хуї Денг
Published: November 2023

Актуальність дослідження. Фокус дослідження проблеми саморегуляції в психологічній науці спрямований переважно на вивчення ролі саморегуляції особистості в навчальній та професійній підготовці до трудової діяльності. Натомість саморегуляція суб’єкта трудової діяльності, зокрема підприємницької, є мало вивченою.

Мета. Визначити мотиваційні особливості саморегуляції суб’єкта трудової активності щодо здійснення підприємницької діяльності.

Методи. Методика діагностики саморегуляції трудової діяльності (Фоменко, 2017); методика «Мотиваційно-ціннісні орієнтації на підприємницьку діяльність» (Фоменко, 2020); методика діагностики кар’єрних орієнтацій Е. Шейна (Шейн, 2002; Чикер, 2006); методика «Мотиви на збільшення власності» (Карнишев, Бурменко & Іванова, 2006)

Результати. Визначено співмірність способів регуляції трудової діяльності та мотивів на збільшення власності, кар’єрних орієнтацій та мотиваційних орієнтацій підприємницької діяльності.

Висновки. Підприємницька ідентичність характерна для суб’єктів усіх типів і видів саморегуляції. Суб’єкти трудової діяльності із зовнішнім локусом каузальності зможуть досягнути підприємницьких цілей у разі інтеграції зовнішньо підкріплених мотиваційних орієнтацій у систему власних цінностей та цілей, тобто у разі забезпечення мотивованих ззовні дій в умовах певного середовища автономною регуляцією. Виявлено інтегрування зовнішньої мотивації за ступенями автономності – зовнішньої регуляції, інтроєкції та ідентифікації – у межах мотиву на підприємницьку діяльність «свобода і самостійність» та тенденцію до часткового синтезування зовнішньої і внутрішньої мотивації – ідентифікованого регулювання та власного спонукання – за мотивом підприємницької діяльності «інноваційність».
МОДЕЛЬ ЗМІНИ ПРИСКОРЕНОГО СУБ'ЄКТИВНОГО ПЛИНУ ЧАСУ
Authors: Tsybulsky Arman
Published: November 2023

Актуальність дослідження: проблема прискореного суб’єктивного плину часу у структурі сприйняття часу особистістю є малодослідженою.

Результати. У даній статті за допомогою STQ (Subjective time questionnaire) і додаткових запитань з урахуванням AGM (Attentional gate model) було вивчено процес розвитку широко розповсюдженого серед населення явища ППСЧ (прискорений плин суб'єктивного часу) у рамках часової перспективи. Було проведено спробу збору проспективних оцінок плину суб'єктивного часу в біографічному масштабі за допомогою додавання до STQ блоку запитань, що пропонують оцінити майбутнє.

Висновки. Завдяки такому підходу було сформовано модель розвитку ППСЧ. Встановлено, що найшвидшим час видається в рамках суб'єктивного теперішнього до вікового періоду 30-39 років. У міру віддалення оцінюваних відрізків у часі (в обидва напрямки від теперішнього - в минуле і в майбутнє) вони починають здаватися повільнішими. Таким чином, суб'єктивний плин часу значно не прискорюється з віком, а віддалені вікові інтервали здаються повільнішими. Було виявлено три значущі точки зміни плину швидкості суб'єктивного часу: у віці 20-29 років, 30-39 років і 60-69 років. Структура розвитку переживання будується на трьох основних складових, вивчених за допомогою STQ - Оцінювання проміжків часу - відчуття втрати контролю над часом - автоматичні думки про брак часу ("тиск часу").
Valoración de la ansiedad y la conducta del niño frente a la situación odontopediátrica y su relación con la ansiedad de la figura parental acompañante
Authors:   , Levalle María José
Published: November 2023

La ansiedad es una reacción biopsicológica frente a la vida. Tanto la ansiedad como la angustia son experiencias humanas que están presentes en el hombre desde que nace hasta que muere. Cuando la ansiedad se manifiesta frente a la consulta odontológica se denomina ansiedad dental. La literatura afirma que la prevalencia de ansiedad dental en niños varía entre el 3% y el 43% a nivel mundial. La consulta odontológica puede ser percibida como una experiencia agónica que puede influir en el comportamiento de los seres humanos, especialmente en los niños; esto podría deberse a factores como la ansiedad. Cuando la ansiedad frente al tratamiento odontológico genera un comportamiento negativo en el niño, constituye un obstáculo para su atención, pudiendo comprometer de manera severa su salud. El objetivo de este trabajo fue determinar la relación existente entre la ansiedad dental y la conducta del niño, con la ansiedad de la figura parental durante la situación odontopediátrica, así como determinar el tipo de conducta predominante en el niño frente a las diferentes prácticas odontológicas realizadas. La metodología empleada fue la de un estudio analítico descriptivo, no experimental, observacional y transversal sobre 300 niños y figuras parentales. Los resultados indicaron que los niños presentaron en su mayoría ansiedad leve, al igual que las figuras parentales que mostraron baja ansiedad. La conducta predominante fue la positiva, existiendo relación entre el nivel de ansiedad del niño y el de la figura parental acompañante. Así mismo se encontró que existe una asociación entre la ansiedad del niño y la conducta observada, la cual se modifica de conductas negativas a positivas a medida que el niño crece. Si la práctica es de mayor complejidad se observa una conducta menos positiva y mayor ansiedad, no existiendo relación entre la complejidad de la práctica y la ansiedad expresa por la figura acompañante. Por último, el relato de experiencias positivas por parte de la figuras acompañante determinan conductas más favorables y menos niveles de ansiedad en los niños. El conocimiento de esta situación es fundamental para el odontopediatra, que deberá desplegar las herramientas necesarias para disminuir el nivel de ansiedad de los miembros de la diada y utilizando las técnicas de manejo de la conducta más apropiadas a cada situación clínica, dependiendo de las características singulares de los sujetos de atención, observando sus actitudes, las respuestas emocionales de ellos y trabajando así en el paradigma crítico de salud que entiende a la persona como un ser biopsicosocial.
Teacher involvement in the use of digital tools in conservatory, municipal music school and university classrooms
Authors: Gisbert Caudeli Vicenta , Fontes Alayón Raúl , Calderón-Garrido Diego , Anguita Acero Juana María
Published: November 2023

The paper’s objective is to depict the current situation regarding the use of digital tools on the part of musical education teachers and students to teach and learn music. The research tool used is a questionnaire designed and validated psychometrically by the authors, focusing on eight types of technological musical tools. The questionnaire was distributed through social networks, providing a valid sample of 274 participants in Spain. The analysis of the results reveals very little knowledge regarding digital tools for present-day musical education. It also highlights that the age of the participants does not correlate with the type of technological resources used in classrooms, leading to the conclusion that said resources are not a factor that impede acquisition of digital competence. However, substantial differences are observed depending on the sample’s professional profile. This study intensifies the need to provide training solutions in order to improve the quality of music education systems.
Effects of Spatial Designs on Young Entrepreneurs and Visitors’ Feelings Toward Guangfu New Village, a Cultural and Creative Military Dependents’ Village, in Taichung City
Authors: Lin Chia Hui , Chao Yu Hsin
Published: November 2023

The Guangfu New Village was the first military dependents’ village in Taichung City and has a “cultural landscape.” The combination of age-old brick buildings and the rich local cultural history of the village allowed for the transformation of the idle space into a cultural and creative base for young entrepreneurs. However, despite the introduction of the Star Program and government subsidies, the planning is inadequate, causing young entrepreneurs to be confined by the different regulations of the management units in terms of designs and decorations. To solve this major problem, we explored and recorded the “spatial status” of the Guangfu New Village with the concept of a garden city by analyzing the history and architectural features of the village. To develop a military dependents’ village with cultural and creative endeavors, we surveyed for this study to identify the advantages and disadvantages of two different village groups. In-depth interviews with young entrepreneurs and local tourists were carried out with a literature review to analyze the development process considering local culture and its results. The needs of different business types and their problems with the management regulations were determined. Based on the results, we suggested designs to transform youth entrepreneurship bases, which serve as references to the Guangfu New Village for investments and planning improvements. The young entrepreneur bases can be a reference for the sustainable transformation model of community spaces. Residents can understand the importance of local culture and identity, which helps young entrepreneurs to solve the obstacles in spatial transformation for SDG 11 (building sustainable cities and communities).
Peran Kegiatan Ekstrakurikuler dalam Upaya Menggali Potensi Siswa di SDIT Cordova Samarinda
Authors: Khairani Misbahul , Susanto Susanto , Muyasaroh Muyasaroh
Published: November 2023

Kegiatan ekstrakurikuler yang diadakan dibanyak sekolah-sekolah untuk mengembangkan potensi, bakat, minat, kemampuan, kepribadian, kerja sama, dan kemandirian peserta didik secara optimal. Hal ini mengacu pada Permendikbud RI Nomor 62 Tahun 2014. Demikian pula di SDIT Cordova Samarinda yang telah cukup lama memfasilitasi siswanya dengan kegiatan ekstrakurikuler di sekolah. Atas dasar adanya kegiatan ini maka peneliti tertarik untuk mengetahui lebih jauh apa saja jenis kegiatan ekstrakurikuler di SDIT Cordova Samarinda, kemudian potensi apa saja yang dapat digali melalui kegiatan ekstrakurikuler di SDIT Cordova Samarinda, Serta bagaimana peran kegiatan ekstrakurikuler dalam upaya menggali potensi siswa di SDIT Cordova Samarinda. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif (descriptive reserch) dengan pendekatan kualitatif, yang mana dimaksudkan untuk eksplorasi dan klarifikasi mengenai suatu fenomena dan kenyataan yang terjadi yaitu dengan jalan mendeskripsikan sejumlah variabel yang berkenaan dengan masalah yang diteliti. Dilihat dari hasil observasi dan wawancara yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini, maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa jenis kegiatan ada empat belas jenis kegiatan ekstrakurikuler yang ada di sekolah SDIT Cordova Samarinda yang memiliki peran dalam menggali potensi siswa yaitu latihan biola, menari, taekwondo putra/putri, basket, thifan putra/putri, dokter kecil, seni baca al-Qur’an, futsal, English club, melukis, catur, serta teater. Sedangkan potensi yang digali melalui kegiatan ekstrakurikuler terdapat tiga potensi, yaitu: a) Potensi Fisik siswa yang digali melalui melalui kegiatan ekstrakulikuler di SDIT Cordova yaitu olah raga seperti futsal, basket Thifan putra dan putri serta tekwondo. Hal ini menjaga stamina fisik atau jasmani siswa lebih sehat dan kuat sehingga lebih produktif dalam mengikuti proses pembelajaran setiap harinya, b) Potensi Intelektual siswa yang digali melalui kegiatan ekstrakurikuler di SDIT Cordova yaitu Englis Club dan Catur. Dengan memperkuat kecerdasan dan kemampuan siswa dalam berfikir. c) Potensi Khusus/Bakat. Kemampuan khusus atau bakat yang digali melalui kegiatan ekstrakurikuler seperti: teater, melukis, menari, dan seni baca Al-Qur’an.

 
Effect of Loan Management Practices on Non-Performing Loans for Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya
Authors: Omondi Kennedy , Muchiri Renson
Published: November 2023

Deposit taking SACCOs have contributed to financial deepening and increased financial inclusion in Kenya because they improve social and economic welfare of members. However, the sector has seen several institutions collapsing. Current studies on non-performing loans for Saccos have focused on credit management practices such as credit scoring systems and repayment enforcement practices that are specific to banks and this do not align with the goal of Sacco’s business models. This study seeks to include the practice of using guarantors and its efficacy in control of non-performing loans relative to the mainstream practices established by financial institutions like banks. The main purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between loan management practices and non-performing loans for deposit taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya. The study has three specific objectives; to determine the effect of credit scoring systems on non-performing loans for deposit taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya, to assess the effect of guarantorships requirements on non-performing loans for deposit taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya and to find out the effect of repayment enforcement practices on non-performing loans for deposit taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya. This study is anchored on three theories: lender-based theory of collateral, informal finance theory and financial intermediation theory.  This study adopted a descriptive research design. The population of this study was all deposit taking SACCOs in Kenya. A sample of 44 deposit taking SACCOs within Nairobi County was selected. This study collected primary data by use of a structured questionnaire. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics such as averages and standard deviations and inferential statistics in a regression model by use of SPSS. Presentation of data was done using tables and graphs. Results were reported using robust standard errors model. Findings showed that credit scoring systems, guarantorship requirements and repayment enforcement practices had a negative and insignificant effect on non-performing loans for deposit taking Saccos in Kenya. This means that all loan management components examined in this study better loan performance. It is recommended that SACCOs need to lay more emphasis on establishing robust and apt frameworks for mitigating non-performing loans other than those credit scoring systems, guarantorship requirements and repayment enforcement practices this has insignificant effect on non-performing loans.
A semântica husserliana no contexto da linguística turn
Authors: Santos Sanqueilo De Lima , Alves Athos Vieira , Dos Santos Beatriz Ernestina
Published: November 2023

Neste artigo, pretende-se situar a semântica husserliana no contexto da linguistic turn, preservando a especificidade do seu método e do seu idealismo transcendental. A partir da sua teoria do signo e de unidade ideal da espécie, o problema constitutivo implícito na intenção de significação conduz a análise à dimensão da fenomenologia genética e ao mundo da vida, matriz de todo sentido, onde a proposta husserliana pode concorrer com a corrente analítica e pragmática na atual tarefa da filosofia.
A estética pré-rafaelita em “Melancolia” de Lars Von Trier
Authors: Pauka Gabriela Sá
Published: November 2023

Melancolia (2011), filme de Lars von Trier, é uma ampliação do tradicional enredo sci-fi, pois se alicerça mais em uma investigação estética do comportamento humano frente ao extermínio e menos na promessa do progresso racionalista e tecnológico. Desse modo, o filme parece se apresentar como uma chave esteticamente crítica do fracasso desse ideal. A narrativa, enraizada no choque entre a Terra e um misterioso planeta chamado Melancolia, faz paródias significativas de obras pré-rafaelitas. Desse modo, este artigo deseja elencar os múltiplos momentos intertextuais elaborados por Trier, assim como analisar os efeitos de sentido advindos da intertextualidade que se mostra pilar da forma cinematográfica de Melancolia. Para tanto, a investigação se alicerça nos pressupostos de Julia Kristeva (1974) sobre intertextualidade, de Linda Hutcheon (1989) sobre paródia e Mario Praz (1982) sobre comparação interartística. Ao invocar uma estética pré-rafaelita, Trier convoca igualmente sua filosofia de retorno, de paródia pictórica e literária, enfatizando a necessidade de se combater concepções mecânicas e estéreis sobre o humano por meio da linguagem interartística.
Application and optimization of multidimensional evaluation functions for faster malware detection
Authors: Tanaka Taku , CHIKARAISHI HIROTAKA , Tanaka Keiko , HOSOMI REIKA , TANAKA TOMOAKI
Published: November 2023

This research proposes a new malware detection technique using a multi-dimensional evaluation function, which comprehensively assesses multiple indicators such as power consumption, network traffic, and CPU usage. This method enables the rapid scoring of malware risks and prioritizes the detection of malware that presents a risk score above a certain threshold. Moreover, this technique surpasses the detection speed of existing security software and provides flexibility by utilizing machine learning to adapt to new patterns and behaviors of malware. These characteristics are expected to significantly improve the efficiency and accuracy of malware detection.
Predicting Survivability of Kidney Cancer using Multi-tier Classification Framework
Authors: Gondal Rafia Mubashar , Wajid Dr. Bilal , Anwar Faria
Published: November 2023

Kidney cancer is known as one of the deadliest cancers, with high morbidity and mortality rate. Survivability from cancers is always the patient's first concern. Thus, methods need to be devised to find the survivability rate. To achieve this goal, machine learning models are effective at providing aid to clinicians because of their accuracy. In this research paper SEER (Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results) database was used to provide information on cancer statistics. Three different approaches were used in this paper. The first experiment used regression models, the second included multi-class classification models to predict the survivability rate, and the third used multi-tier classification. In the end, we achieved 71% accuracy through our models to predict the survivability of a patient.
Surgical Management of Ovarian Mature Cystic Teratoma in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Report
Authors: Manzano Daniel , Espinel Pablo. X. Condo
Published: November 2023

Mature cystic teratoma is the most common benign ovarian tumor in female children, which requires a timely diagnosis and complementary studies to differentiate and exclude malignant tumors. Its diagnosis is initially clinical and is confirmed by complementary imaging studies such as ultrasound, tomography, or magnetic resonance in the most cases a management with an ovarian sparing surgery either laparoscopic or via laparotomy is recommended.
Relationship between the Intrinsic Properties of Sands and the Parameters of Mathematical Particle Size Distribution Models for Predicting Geotechnical Quantities
Authors: Elenga Brige Dublin Boussa , Ahouet Louis , Okina Sylvain Ndinga
Published: November 2023

This work characterizes the relationships between the intrinsic properties of sands and the parameters of four mathematical models that best simulate the experimental curves and geotechnical properties of sands used in construction. Origin.Pro.2019" software was used to smooth the grading curves, define the parameters of the mathematical models and link them to the geotechnical data. To achieve this objective, the correlations between the intrinsic properties of the sands are developed using mathematical models with the highest coefficient of determination (R2) and the lowest statistical coefficient (χ²). The correlations used are those with a coefficient of determination greater than or equal to 0.9. The results obtained show that the models used provide a good description of the experimental curves. The model parameters are correlated with the granulometric fractions and the geotechnical parameters. The evolution of the points expressing the parameters of the Gaussian and exponential models (A1, Xc, A, W, Yo) and the parameter (t1) as a function of seven randomly chosen geotechnical quantities, are polylinear and linear fits, respectively. This study is important for predicting a geotechnical quantity from a modelled grading curve, by solving the mathematical expressions of the models used.
Consequence of Anacardium occidentale and Garcinia kola Extracts on Sulphate Reducing Bacteria and Corrosion of Mild Steel
Authors: N Nwachukwu I. , U Okafor J. , E Ihejirika C. , C Chinakwe E.
Published: November 2023

The effect of Anacardium occidentale (Cashew) leaf and Garcinia kola (bitter kola) seed extracts on the corrosion of mild steel in Sulfate Reducing Bacteria (SRB) environment. Enrichment of SRB was achieved by anaerobic incubation of waste water sample from gutter along old market road Owerri, Imo State Nigeria in BmA medium and BmA medium without iron. Weight loss method was used to determine corrosion. The specific growth rate and cell biomass of SRB in batch culture was determined. Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of the extracts were also determined using standard methods. Results showed measurable weight loss of mild steel samples as a result of corrosion by SRB. Garcinia kola extract had inhibitory effect on SRB at concentrations above 50mg/ml while Anacardium occidentale extract showed no inhibition capacity at 200mg/ml. The MIC for the Garcinia kola extract was at 50mg/ml and MBC at 100mg/ml while there was no observable MIC and MBC value for Anacardium occidentale extract. The cell biomass of the SRB in a batch culture containing Garcinia kola extract was observed to decrease over time, while Anacardium occidentale extract showed an increase in cell biomass with no decrease over time. Garcinia kola extract also reduced the specific growth rate of SRB significantly while Anacardium occidentale extract did not show any significant reduction in the specific growth rate of the SRB cultures. Garcinia kola may have potentials for use in the development of benign natural products for mitigation of microbial induced corrosion of mild steel.
Exploring the Ultra-Rare Truncating Protein Variant Missense Mutation and Regulatory SNPs of the Human PRDM16 Using in Silico Approach
Authors: Sudershan Amrit , Bharti Shikha , Bhagat Meenakshi , Sharma Isha , Panjalyia Rakesh K , Kumar Parvinder
Published: November 2023

Background: Genomics is one of the disciplines of modern medicine that focuses on identifying causative genes and their related variations that may have an impact on complex disorders. Candidate gene association studies are critical for determining the genetic relationship of genomic variations with complicated illnesses. Aim: The goal of this study is to anticipate the likely relationship of PRDM16 gene variations with negative effects on structural and functional features using online computational tools. Methodology: An insilico approach was utilized to find out the rare variant in the PRDM16 gene. Result: We found eight missense variants including rs572205989, rs201814961, rs572178955, rs182452331, rs551202646, rs554705536, rs184929979 and rs573567598that could play a role in the development of disease. Discussion & conclusion: This methodology can be used in future genomes and association studies, but it must be tested in a model organism and cell culture. This research could be useful in personalized therapy and could lead to the discovery of new therapeutic markers for a variety of disorders.
Exploring the Influence of an Ethiopian Short-Term Study Abroad Experience on Pre-Service Teachers’ transformative Learning and Reflection Skills
Authors: Jones Meredith , Higgins Heidi , Parker Michele
Published: November 2023

This case study explores the transformative learning of pre-service teachers that occurred during a short-term study abroad trip to Ethiopia. During this study abroad trip, students participated in a variety of experiences that led to transformative learning. These included teaching lessons in primary classrooms with Ethiopian children, participating in cultural excursions, and engaging in critical reflection throughout the trip. Data sources for this case study include students’ blogs and journals, university faculty’s anecdotal notes, and a focus group with students a year after the trip. Findings from this study suggest students faced disorienting dilemmas, emotional disequilibrium, and exploration of new roles and situations that all led to transformative learning. This case study adds to the body of research supporting the benefits of short-term study abroad trips on students’ learning. Recommendations for study abroad organizers and faculty are provided.
Use of elexacaftor+tezacaftor+ivacaftor in individuals with cystic fibrosis and at least one F508del allele: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Vicente Ribeiro Ferreira da Silva Filho1 Luiz , Abensur Athanazio2 Rodrigo , Rodrigues Tonon3 Carolina , Carvalho Ferreira2 Juliana , Erico Tanni3 Suzana
Published: November 2023

Objective: To evaluate the effect of treatment with the combination of three cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators-elexacaftor+tezacaftor+ivacaftor (ETI)-on important clinical endpoints in individuals with cystic fibrosis. Methods: This was a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials that compared the use of ETI in individuals with CF and at least one F508del allele with that of placebo or with an active comparator such as other combinations of CFTR modulators, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) recommendations and the Patients of interest, Intervention to be studied, Comparison of interventions, and Outcome of interest (PICO) methodology. We searched the following databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and ClinicalTrials.gov from their inception to December 26th, 2022. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool, and the quality of evidence was based on the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE). Results: We retrieved 54 studies in the primary search. Of these, 6 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed (1,127 patients; 577 and 550 in the intervention and control groups, respectively). The meta-analysis revealed that the use of ETI increased FEV1% [risk difference (RD), +10.47%; 95% CI, 6.88-14.06], reduced the number of acute pulmonary exacerbations (RD, -0.16; 95% CI, -0.28 to -0.04), and improved quality of life (RD, +14.93; 95% CI, 9.98-19.89) and BMI (RD, +1.07 kg/m2; 95% CI, 0.90-1.25). Adverse events did not differ between groups (RD, -0.03; 95% CI, -0.08 to 0.01), and none of the studies reported deaths. Conclusions: Our findings demonstrate that ETI treatment substantially improves clinically significant, patient-centered outcomes.
Exploring Determining Factors: Revisitation Intention Influenced by Environmental Knowledge, Accessibility Quality, Attractiveness, and Social Media
Authors: Arifin Samsul , Eka Mochamad Dimas , Arifiana Ana , Fitaloka Ersa Dina , Fitri Rohmadhotin , Sinambela Ella Anastasya , Halizah Siti Nur , Lestari Utami Puji
Published: November 2023

This study aims to investigate the effect of environmental knowledge, quality of accessibility, attractiveness, and social media on the intention to return to an Eco Green Park tourist destination. The type of data used is primary data which is quantitative in nature. Primary data was obtained from distributing questionnaires to tourists visiting Eco Green Park. Respondents amounted to 100 people. The collected data were analyzed using statistical methods such as multiple linear regression. The results showed that environmental knowledge and accessibility quality had a significant effect on the intention to return. Understanding of the environment and good accessibility experiences can influence tourists' perceptions of destinations. For the next result, attractiveness has a significant effect on the intention to visit again. The last shows significant results between social media and intention to revisit, because information and reviews spread on social media platforms can influence tourist perceptions and decisions.
IDENTIFICATION OF MUSCULOSKELETAL COMPLAINTS IN SKILLED CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL USING THE NORDIC BODY MAP METHOD
Authors: Nurjannah Nurjannah
Published: November 2023

Skilled construction workers are one of the most important aspects of development. Repetitive work over a short period of time will result in musculoskeletal complaints. One of the tasks performed by skilled construction workers is stirring and carrying cement to ongoing construction, work is carried out for 8 hours a day manually. Therefore, researchers want to identify musculoskeletal complaints in skilled construction workers using the Nordic body map method. Based on the results of the Nordic body map questionnaire, it is known that the parts that experience pain are stiffness in the lower neck, left and right shoulders, waist, left and right hands, left and right knees, and left and right feet. This musculoskeletal complaint is caused by a work position that is bent and done repeatedly. The proposal given is to change the working position, use transport tools, and stretch before transporting cement.
ANÁLISE DO PERFIL EPIDEMIOLÓGICO DE PACIENTES INTERNADOS POR INFARTO AGUDO DO MIOCÁRDIO NO ESPÍRITO SANTO ENTRE 2017 A 2022
Authors: Gava Fernanda Dardengo , Silva Franklim Barboza da , Brandão Karollyn Fabiano , Oliveira João Victor Oinhos de , Moraes Diene de Andrade Garcia Leal , Braga Ana Caroline Alamon , Fonseca Paula Pinheiro de Medeiros , Corrêa Maria Fernanda rocha , Sabará Sarah Guimarães , Campos Maria Eduarda Souza
Published: November 2023

O presente artigo tem por objetivo analisar o perfil epidemiológico das internações e óbitos por infarto agudo do miocárdio (IAM) no Espírito Santo entre janeiro de 2017 a dezembro de 2022. Este estudo é caracterizado como epidemiológico descritivo, retrospectivo e analítico, em que as informações foram obtidas do Sistema de Informações Hospitalares no Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS). No período descrito, foram registradas 18.819 internações por infarto agudo do miocárdio no Espírito Santo. Em relação ao sexo, o maior número de internações foi observado em homens. No que tange a faixa etária, os pacientes com mais de 60 anos foram os que sofreram mais internações e evoluíram para maior taxa de óbito. Segundo as relações de internações por ano, os anos de pico da pandemia (2020, 2021 e 2022) foram os que apresentaram a maior quantidade de casos de IAM. Dessa forma, é possível concluir, por meio dos dados supracitados, que a abrupta maioria dos pacientes são idosos do sexo masculino, sendo que os anos de pico da Pandemia da Covid-19 coincidiram com o maior numero de casos muito provavelmente devido aos maus hábitos de vida que prevaleceram perante à quarentena.
Técnicas Minimamente Invasivas em Cirurgia Geral: Benefícios, Limitações e Futuras Perspectivas.
Authors: Ghellere Julia Chilante , Oliveira Pedro Henrique Pedrini de , Aguiar Emerson Carvalho de , Pereira Hugo Juliani de Oliveira , Marin Bruna Torrezan , Fernandes Ana Carolina Shinkawa , Almeida Ana Elisa Franca , Lippert Laura Caroline , Silva Luís Claudio Montes , Tanuri Filipe Duarte , Vasconcelos Pedro Alves Queiroz , Ferreira Ana Flávia Lobato
Published: November 2023

A cirurgia geral tem passado por uma revolução com a introdução e aperfeiçoamento das técnicas minimamente invasivas (TMIs), que se destacam por oferecer menor morbidade pós-operatória e recuperação mais rápida quando comparadas às técnicas convencionais abertas. Este artigo revisa o estado atual, os benefícios, limitações e perspectivas futuras das TMIs em cirurgia geral, com ênfase em laparoscopia, cirurgia robótica e endoscopia. Uma estratégia de busca detalhada foi realizada em bancos de dados acadêmicos, focando em estudos que relatam os resultados clínicos de TMIs. A revisão sintetiza descobertas de estudos relevantes, avaliando a eficácia das TMIs em diferentes contextos clínicos. Discussões abrangentes são fornecidas sobre os resultados, com atenção às limitações atuais, como a curva de aprendizado e os custos associados, e são oferecidas recomendações para pesquisa futura. Notavelmente, a análise de estudos demonstra que a laparoscopia continua a ser o padrão-ouro para muitos procedimentos, enquanto a cirurgia robótica está em crescimento, embora seus custos ainda sejam um fator limitante. A endoscopia mostrou-se particularmente promissora para procedimentos diagnósticos e terapêuticos gastrointestinais. O artigo conclui enfatizando a necessidade de treinamento contínuo, desenvolvimento tecnológico e avaliações de custo-benefício para maximizar o potencial das TMIs.