bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
CHARACTERIZATION OF INDIGENOUS SHEEP HUSBANDRY PRACTICES IN WESTERN ZONE OF TIGRAY REGION, ETHIOPIA
Authors: MEKONNEN Teweldemedhn , MARKOS Shishay , ESAK Kibrom , ATAKLTI Tesfay
Published: January 2024

The survey was conducted before the ignition of the war in Tigray Regional State, Ethiopia (before October 2020). The objective of the survey was to characterize the husbandry practices of three indigenous sheep populations. A total of 253 households were randomly involved in the face-to-face interview. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences software was used for data analysis. Illiterates (34 %) and respondents, who attended lower primary school (44 %), were the major categories of the respondents. A mean (± SD) flock size of 7.91 ± 11.4 Tropical Livestock Unit (TLU) of indigenous sheep of the three genotypes were kept under extensive husbandry practices, however, the indigenous sheep population (55 %) trend was at a decreasing state in the last ten years. There was lower mean flock size in Arado (11.72 ± 8.0) than in Begait (85.07 ± 90.1) and Rutanna (223.08 ± 170.5) sheep. The decreasing state of communal grazing area (97 %) resulted in seasonal feed scarcity (96 %) in the last five years. Hence, feed supplementation was in 74 % of the respondents done in the dry season. Animals of most respondents (71 %) go to water source to drink water. It was noted that most animals drank water once a day (63 %) in the dry season. It was also noted that sheep fattening (4 %) was a neglected activity. There were sheep production challenges (100 %) and opportunities (72 %). Diseases (86 %) and external parasites (80 %) were major constraints in sheep production. However, lack of veterinary service (78 % no service) centre was a critical challenge. Practices of own ram-ewe mating (68 %), own flock born rams (51 %), uncontrolled mating (66 %), pure breeding (86 %) and use of rams outside of their flocks (79 %) were practiced in the indigenous sheep populations. Unknown ram-to-ewe ratio (26.9 %) and a ratio of one-ram-to-all-ewes in a flock (29.6 %) were practiced. Ram castration (35 %) was practiced to improve carcass quality (32 %). Feed development, shift to modern husbandry practices, access to veterinary services, indigenous sheep conservation through utilization, control of inbreeding, ram-to-ewe ratio, fattening and castration should be of future attention of farmers and stakeholders.
USO DE PRF ASSOCIADO A CIRURGIAS DE IMPLANTES DENTÁRIOS
Authors: Quaresma Victor Diogo da Silva , Claudio Lucas Ruan Corrêa , Alfaia Auanny Vitoria Gomes , Oliveira Mário da Costa de , França Izabel Carolina dos Reis , Antero Junior José Ivo , Alves Ivanildo Mota , Freires Rafael Alves , Farias Natália Nargila Reis , Souza Suene Rodrigues de , Azevedo Sibele Sousa de , Seixas Deborah Rocha
Published: January 2024

As mudanças físicas que ocorrem no alvéolo no período de reabsorção óssea trazem consigo a necessidade de abordagem cirúrgica específica à pacientes que serão submetidos a reabilitação protética através de implantes dentários. Sendo assim, é de extrema importância que o implantodontista esteja apto a realizar procedimentos que vão levar um futuro sucesso do tratamento, tanto estético quanto funcional. Visando efetuar um procedimento de forma íntegra e mantendo a qualidade dos tecidos moles, incorporando na prática cirúrgica, ações preventivas para o periodonto do paciente e arcabouço ósseo. Como escolhas habituais, no    tratamento, são utilizados enxertos de conjuntivo, gengivais livres e membranas biológicas a fim de recobrir o leito cirúrgico. Desta maneira, a proposta dessa monografia é avaliar a efetividade do PRF (Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas), como uma alternativa de membrana para recobrir e proteger o leito cirúrgico, evitando assim a presença de infecção no local, e mantendo sua estética tecidual, principalmente na região anterior. A maioria dos procedimentos mostraram o restabelecimento da saúde peri-implantar, regeneração óssea presente decorrente da utilização do enxerto ósseo e melhora na qualidade, modulação e aspecto do tecido moles. Desta maneira, a membrana de plasma rico em fibrina parece ser uma boa alternativa para substituir as membranas biológicas. É uma técnica acessível, de baixo custo, não invasiva e foi efetiva sua utilização nessa revisão de literatura.
SAÚDE DO IDOSO EM SITUAÇÃO DE VULNERABILIDADE NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA À SAÚDE
Authors: Silva Wendel Johnson da , Rocha Sthéfani Katheleen da , Guimarães Nicolle Oliveira , Lima Ariadne Bonfim Soares , Pinto Janilce Guiomar , Santana Cristiane Lira , Moraes Rodrigo José Carvalho de , Correia Eriselma Alves , Brito Caroline Fontineles , Soares Karynne Macêdo , Hasegawa Vanessa Schinaider , Andrade Vanessa Batista Rodrigues
Published: January 2024

Este artigo de abordagem qualitativa teve como objetivo realizar uma revisão narrativa de estudos sobre Saúde do idoso em situação de vulnerabilidade na Atenção Primária à Saúde recordando políticas públicas, além de trazer à luz os desafios que se impõem à cidadania dessas pessoas. Para isso, como subsídio, optou-se por recorrer a dados científicos secundários presentes nas bases de dados indexadas. Desse modo, observou-se a persistente presença da desigualdade social, a despeito da preconização dos direitos sociais em âmbito constitucional, o que se apresenta como óbice à facticidade da cidadania. Assim, para prestação de cuidados abrangentes no que diz respeito ao contexto hígido de idosos vulneráveis, insta a atenção primária à saúde dar prioridade à integração e à colaboração entre diversas disciplinas e prestadores de serviços, o que sugere uma atenção equânime e resolutiva, não obstante as limitações estruturais.
ABORDAGEM TERAPÊUTICA DE NEOPLASIAS GINECOLÓGICAS POR MEIO DE UMA PERSPECTIVA MULTIDISCIPLINAR
Authors: Silva Juliane Carvalho Moreira da , Leite Giovani Araujo , Melo Isabella Carolline Prado de , Fava Lays Ferreira , Marquetti Caroline Paula , Cavalcante Luciane Mari Brito , Costa Bruna Luiza da Silva , Ponte Cyntya Halynne Ferreira da , Fortes Marina Sampaio , Bif Suzana Mioranza , Bezerra Diogo Alves Peres , Rosi Laura Victoria bravo Rodrigues , Ferreira Camila Gabrielly Oliveira
Published: January 2024

Este artigo aborda a crescente preocupação com a saúde pública relacionada ao câncer no Brasil, com enfoque nas neoplasias ginecológicas em mulheres. O câncer durante a gravidez, embora raro, está se tornando mais comum, especialmente em idades avançadas. Neoplasias como câncer de mama e colo do útero exigem tratamentos complexos, incluindo quimioterapia e cirurgia. A natureza multifatorial do câncer, envolvendo fatores como condições de trabalho, predisposição genética e influências ambientais, demanda uma abordagem abrangente e multidisciplinar. A intervenção nesse contexto, considerando corpo, mente e espírito, torna-se crucial no cuidado a pacientes oncológicos, exigindo não apenas conhecimento técnico, mas também preparação emocional e uma visão holística do paciente. O artigo se concentra na eficácia da abordagem multidisciplinar na terapia de neoplasias ginecológicas, destacando a importância da colaboração entre diferentes especialidades médicas. Utilizando a estratégia PICo, a metodologia inclui uma revisão integrativa da literatura em bases de dados reconhecidas, como LILACS, MEDLINE e BDENF, identificando trabalhos recentes publicados nos últimos 10 anos. Os resultados apontam melhorias na sobrevida de pacientes submetidos a tratamentos multidisciplinares, com estudos indicando redução no risco de recidiva em casos de câncer de colo do útero e mama. Além disso, a atuação multidisciplinar contribui para a qualificação dos profissionais de saúde, promovendo melhorias na prevenção, diagnóstico e tratamento do câncer ginecológico. O artigo enfatiza a necessidade de uma visão abrangente no cuidado a pacientes oncológicos, especialmente em neoplasias ginecológicas, destacando a importância da colaboração entre diferentes disciplinas. A conclusão ressalta a vitalidade da abordagem multidisciplinar como estratégia eficaz, apelando para sua implementação contínua no cenário clínico. A integração harmoniosa de diferentes modalidades de tratamento e suporte emocional não apenas melhora os resultados clínicos, mas também impacta positivamente na qualidade de vida das pacientes, reforçando a importância da colaboração interdisciplinar para um futuro mais eficaz e centrado na paciente.
PERCEPÇÕES PRESENTES NOS DISCURSOS MASCULINOS ACERCA DA ADESÃO DO HOMEM AOS SERVIÇOS DISPONÍVEIS NO ÂMBITO DA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA À SAÚDE
Authors: Lopes Amaral Lais , Rodrigues Soares Lima Matos Tamires , Ferreira da Silva Junior Rene , Souza Santos Larissa , Dos Anjos Braga Pires Cássia Pérola , Braga Passos Maria Luiza , Neres Nunes Nathielly , Faustino de Souza Lucas , Rodrigues Barbosa Lorena , Condé Renata Cristina , Pereira Victor Guilherme , Lélis Ramos Cardoso Maria Clara , Da Silva Dionízio Andra Aparecida
Published: January 2024

Objetivo: Descrever as percepções presentes nos discursos masculinos acerca da adesão do homem aos serviços disponíveis no âmbito da atenção primária à saúde. Métodos: Trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva, com abordagem qualitativa, tendo como suporte teórico-conceitual a teoria fenomenológica. A amostra foi composta por usuários do sexo masculino, cadastrados na UBS polo de Residência Multiprofissional em Saúde da Família e Comunidade. Foi utilizado um formulário sociodemográfico e um roteiro não estruturado para a entrevista, com a seguinte pergunta aberta: “Qual a sua percepção acerca da adesão do homem aos serviços disponíveis no âmbito da atenção primária à saúde?”. As narrativas foram registradas por meio de gravação digital de voz e depois transcritas de forma manual e literal. Resultados: Foram entrevistados vinte homens, com idade entre 24 a 75 anos. Os termos: desleixo, medo, vergonha e tempo apareceram nos discursos como motivos da baixa adesão do homem aos serviços disponíveis no âmbito da atenção primária à saúde. Conclusão: Tal resistência perpassa historicamente e está fortemente associada as questões de gênero e as questões inerentes aos serviços de saúde, o que emerge a necessidade de um planejamento de ações especificas voltadas para este segmento da população.
SAÚDE INDÍGENA: DESAFIOS ENCONTRADOS PELOS ENFERMEIROS PARA ATENDER ÀS NECESSIDADES DE SAÚDE DE TRIBOS INDÍGENAS DO MUNICÍPIO DE JÍ-PARANÁ/RO
Authors: Sousa Silva Agnes , Crivelli da Costa Amanda , Duarte dos Santos Ávila
Published: January 2024

Durante anos os indígenas não tiveram direito a saúde, visto que a Constituição Federal de 1824 não contemplava a existência dos povos indígenas, porém, após a Constituição Federal de 1988, passou-se a considerar tal pluralidade étnica como direito, evidenciando a questão da proteção às comunidades indígenas, no entanto a saúde indígena ainda é marcada por lutas e desafios, que visam melhoria contínua. O objetivo deste estudo foi descrever as dificuldades e desafios vivenciados por enfermeiros no cuidado à população indígena de um Polo Base do município de Ji-Paraná, Rondônia. Utilizou-se um método descritivo, de caráter exploratório e uma abordagem qualitativa, no qual foi realizado uma pesquisa através de entrevistas com enfermeiros em exercício no polo base, no qual contou com a participação de nove enfermeiros. A realização deste estudo revelou percepções importantes sobre os desafios enfrentados pelos enfermeiros frente à saúde indígena. Sendo assim, as entrevistas foram categorizadas e analisadas, revelando aspectos relacionados às motivações, dificuldades, adaptações culturais, capacitação e responsabilidades do enfermeiro nesse contexto. Para melhorar a assistência prestada, é essencial a implementação de programas de treinamento contínuos e investimentos substanciais, além de promover novos estudos para embasar estratégias mais eficazes
Intensitas Pencahayaan Alami dan Kenyamanan Visual Untuk Aktivitas Kerja pada Area Semi-Outdoor Cafe di Kota Bandung
Authors: Viona Rachel  , Sahid  , Nancy Yusnita Nugroho
Published: January 2024

Cahaya alami maupun buatan memiliki peran penting bagi kehidupan manusia untuk beraktivitas, salah satunya adalah bekerja. Indonesia yang terletak di wilayah beriklim tropis mendapatkan cahaya matahari yang banyak. Salah satu peran cahaya alami adalah menciptakan kenyamanan visual pada ruang kerja. Dengan munculnya virus Covid-19 di Indonesia, terjadi perpindahan ruang kerja dari kantor ke rumah dan café. Para pengunjung yang bekerja di café lebih memilih area terbuka untuk menghindari penularan virus Covid-19. Namun area terbuka juga tidak terlepas dari pengaruh cuaca sehingga area semi-outdoor dapat menjadi pilihan yang tepat untuk bekerja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui intensitas pencahayaan alami pada area semi-outdoor di sebuah café yang ada di kota Bandung. Data pencahayaan pada studi kasus didapatkan dengan bantuan luxmeter, sedangkan analisis dilakukan dengan bantuan Analisis dilakukan dengan membandingkan antara data pengukuran langsung maupun data software dengan standar yang telah ditetapkan. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa intensitas cahaya pada studi kasus ini berada di atas standar yang telah ditentukan. Hal tersebut dipengaruhi oleh berbagai hal, antara lain orientasi dan bentuk bangunan, material yang digunakan pada elemen pelingkup ruang arsitektur dan furniture, jenis bukaan, dan strategi desain bukaan yang dipakai untuk memasukkan cahaya ke dalam bangunan.
MODEL REGRESI LINIER PENGARUH STANDAR TEKNIS JALAN TERHADAP KECELAKAAN LALU LINTAS PADA JALAN PROVINSI (STUDI KASUS : RUAS JALAN PEMALANG – PURBALINGGA)
Authors: Iqbal Maulana  , Rachmat Mudiyono  , Abdul Rochim
Published: January 2024

In the 2016-2021, there were 12 accidents with 22 deaths and 107 injuries on the Pemalang – Purbalingga road section. One of the factors causing accidents is the lack of attention to infrastructure that meets safety aspects. Even though the number of accidents caused by infrastructure is relatively small when compared to the human error (human) and vehicle (facility) factors, serious attention must still be paid. Traffic accidents caused by a lack of road infrastructure are generally caused by an inaccurate road geometric design, poor road surface conditions, lack of visibility and so on. Therefore the research aims to find accident-prone locations, the causes of accidents from the standard values of road technical requirements and accident regression models. The results of this study. Segments that are categorized as accident-prone locations are STA 32+000, 34+000, 36+000, 47+000 and 48+000. Substandard grades will be the cause of traffic accidents based on road technical requirements. The regression model that can be used to predict the number of accidents on provincial roads according to the variables examined in this study is: Y = -2.618 + 0.049 Grade – 0.019 X Slope – 0.008 H Curv – 0.417 V Curv + 0.264 road width + 0.081 condition IRI roads + 0.014 PCI Road Conditions
KARAKTERISTIK MORTAR GEOPOLIMER BERBASIS FLY ASH KELAS C DENGAN PENAMBAHAN BORAKS
Authors: Yuuwono A. Bamban , Sungkono Kukuh Kurniawan Dwi
Published: January 2024

Cement has been widely utilized as a primary material in the construction of structural and architectural elements. The cement factory industry can contribute to 30% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Geopolymers were first introduced by Davidovits in 1979 to represent inorganic polymers produced from geochemistry. Geopolymer materials make use of waste materials such as fly ash as a substitute for concrete binders. In this study, Class C (high calcium) fly ash from the Paiton Power Plant was used. The mix design for geopolymer mortar in this study employed the absolute volume calculation method. Absolute volume calculations are based on the absolute volume proportions of each constituent material within 1 m3. The compressive strength of geopolymer mortar with the addition of 5% borax to the molarity value, the alkali/cementitious ratio showed good performance in the mechanical properties of geopolymer mortar. Alkali/cementitious ratios of 0.3, 0.35, and 0.4 in Class C-based geopolymer mortar with 5% borax addition exhibited good workability, making it suitable for use as a base material in architectural material production.
KEBISINGAN LALU LINTAS PADA SD NEGERI CONTOH MAUMERE DENGAN METODE CoTRN
Authors: Merdekawati Noralita Soludale Anastasia , Bhara Firnimus Konstantinus
Published: January 2024

Kebisingan merupakan suatu bunyi yang kehadirannya dianggap sangat mengganggu. Tindakan penanggulangan harus diambil jika kebisingan di suatu tempat telah melebihi nilai baku mutu yang ditetapkan. Sebuah sekolah membutuhkan lingkungan yang aman dan nyaman untuk melaksanakan proses pembelajaran. SD Negeri Contoh Maumere terletak pada ruas jalan Ahmad Yani di kota Maumere, Kabupaten Sikka, Nusa Tenggara Timur. Lalu lintas yang tinggi di ruas jalan ini dapat menimbulkan kebisingan yang mengganggu proses belajar mengajar di sekolah tersebut. Tujuan penelitian tingkat kebisingan ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui besaran nilai kebisingan di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Contoh Maumere. Metode perhitungan nilai kebisingan menggunakan model perhitungan kebisingan lalu lintas jalan CoRTN. Dari penelitian ini diperoleh hasil bahwa tingkat kebisingan di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Contoh Maumere telah melebihi ambang batas baku mutu yang ditetapkan dalam KEP.48/MENLH/II/1996. Berdasarkan Peraturan Pemerintah Menteri Kesehatan Republik Indonesia Nomor 718 tahun 1987, sekolah yang merupakan tempat pendidikan masuk dalam Zona B dengan rentang nilai kebisingan sebesar 40-50 dBA. Namun berdasarkan hasil penelitian, sekolah tersebut masuk dalam zona D dengan rentang nilai kebisingan sebesar 60-70 dBA. Pencegahan kebisingan dapat dilakukan dengan penambahan vegetasi pada barrier atau penghalang dan penanaman pohon yang dapat memantulkan bunyi akibat kebisingan lalu lintas.

Kata kunci: Arus lalu lintas, Kebisingan, Sekolah, Baku Mutu
PEMANFAATAN PENGGUNAAN TEKNOLOGI INTERNET SEHAT UNTUK PENDIDIKAN
Authors: Ayu Ratna Juwita  , Lusiana Rahmatiani  , Tohirin Al Mudzakir  , Adi Rizky Pratama
Published: January 2024

Internet merupakan penyedia informasi yang sangat luas. Hamper semua masyarakat dunia sudah menggunakan fasilitas internet, kecanggihan suatu teknologi internet memiliki dapak nilai positif maupun negatif dalam penggunaan internet, oleh karena itu sebagai pengguna internet yang baik dan juga sebgai pern orang tua harus mengawasi aktivitas penguunaan internet khususnya pada siswa pendidik. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk memberikan edukasi penggunaan atau manfaatkan tentang pemahaman yang cukup mengenai penggunaan internet yang sehat dan bijak sehingga dapat menimbulkan dampak positif bagi pengguna intenet dan meminimalkan dampak negatif dalam penggunaan intenet. Sehingga dapat tercipta siswa yang cerdas dan peroduktif dalam penggunaan teknologi internet yang sehat dan bagaimana cara menggunakan media social secara bijak. Namun harus disadari bahwa penyalahgunaan teknologi informasi dapat menempatkan seseorang dalam bahaya atau mengancam integritas diri dari masyarakat
Surface Treatment Effects of Nitriding Parameters on 2344 Tool Steel
Authors: - Fırat Çetinkaya , - Bilgehan Tunca , - Bahadır Karaca , - Anıl Demirci
Published: January 2024

In this study; The effects of different processes applied to heat-treated tool steels on the hardness and wear resistance of the steel were examined. In line with this study, the effects of steels subjected to different times and processes on diffusion depth, white layer thickness and hardness were investigated. The molds were tested with the extrusion process in the determined parameters and their wear resistance was determined. After examining the results, the most suitable parameters for mold steels were determined.
Information and Communications Technologies, to Raise Quality of Deceased Estate Disbursement: Administrator General's Office, Malawi
Authors: - Mr Goodluck Kam'bwemba , - Dr Johnson Okeniyi
Published: January 2024

The role of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in deceased estate disbursement is undisputed globally. ICT have potentially powerful tool for raising and improving the relevance and quality of estate disbursement. The impact of ICT for storing and processing has become
per¬tinent as it facilitates smooth processing, create a conducive working environment and help beneficiaries develop self-confidence. ICT has created new challenges for quality of deceased estate benefits disbursement. It has changed many aspects of the lives. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the benefits of Information Communication Technology (ICT) use in Deceased Estate benefits management, in the enhancement of deceased estate and disbursement and effective introduction of ICT in the disbursement and management of deceased estate process is an indispensable of improving it. It highlights the impacts and benefits of ICT in deceased estate.
A Fluid Approach to Type 2 Diabetes Management: Recent Advances in Medication Therapy from Tradition to Novelty
Authors: - Kissa zaidi , - Riddhi Gore , - Dr. Archana Tiwari
Published: January 2024

This review navigates the evolving landscape of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) management by examining recent advancements in medication therapy, spanning from conventional approaches to groundbreaking innovations. Recognizing the dynamic nature of diabetes treatment, we delve into the traditional antidiabetic agents, such as metformin and sulfonylureas, and evaluate their sustained relevance in the context of contemporary therapeutic regimens.
The synthesis of established treatments with novel pharmacological interventions takes center stage as we explore the transformative impact of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2Is). These agents not only address glycemic control but also demonstrate cardiovascular and renal benefits, reshaping the paradigm of T2D management. Additionally, we investigate promising emerging therapies, including dual and triple combination therapies, personalized medicine approaches, and the potential role of oral hypoglycemic drugs in optimizing treatment strategies.
By embracing a fluid and integrative perspective, this review aims to provide healthcare professionals and researchers with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse pharmacotherapeutic options available, fostering informed decision-making and paving the way for enhanced personalized care in the dynamic landscape of T2D management
Integrating Machine Learning with Wireless Sensor Networks in Agriculture
Authors: - SWAPNA.B
Published: January 2024

This review paper explores the synergistic integration of Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) and Machine Learning (ML) in the realm of agriculture, presenting a comprehensive examination of how these technologies collectively contribute to precision farming and sustainable agricultural practices. The paper discusses the key components of this integration, including sensor technologies, communication protocols, data processing techniques, and the application of ML algorithms in optimizing decision-making processes for enhanced agricultural productivity.
Communicative Behaviors of Public Secondary School Teachers of Cabadbaran City Division in Relation to Interpersonal Relationship
Authors: - Pofer Jane Asio Bolambot
Published: January 2024

This research aimed to determine the communicative behaviors of public secondary school teachers of Cabadbaran City Division in relation to their interpersonal relationships with student and co-teachers. This study tested the significant relationship between teachers’ communicative behaviors and teachers’ interpersonal relationships.

A descriptive-correlational design was used in this study. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to gather the needed data from 105 students and 164 teachers of all public secondary schools sampled as respondents and identified through Raosoft software and random sampling. In analyzing the data, frequency, percentage, weighted mean, and Pearson correlation coefficient were used to determine the teachers’ communicative behaviors in relation to teachers’ interpersonal relationships developed among students and co-teachers categorized as friendship, love, hatred, and work relationships.

Findings revealed that teachers’ communicative behaviors in relating with students and co-teachers always developed love, friendship, better working relationships as well as hatred. Further, revealed in this study was a significant relationship between teachers’ communicative behaviors and teachers’ interpersonal relationships among students and co-teachers. In conclusion, awareness of one’s communicative behaviors is critical in building harmonious interpersonal relationships within the workplace. It is therefore recommended that intervening activities be conducted to enhance awareness of one’s communicative behaviors that somehow communicates with others and subsequently results to either positive or negative interpersonal relationships
ICT Decision Making Strategies for Good Governance
Authors: - Kamlesh Kumar Sharma , - Dr. Aditi Gaur
Published: January 2024

To ensure that cities solidify significant components of sustainable agriculture, especially as it relates to liveability, profitability, good governance, mangers, and profitability, many public agencies and municipal councils it around world are using ICT to initiate 'Smart City' progression for their individual components. Incorporating information and communication technologies (ICT) in to other city councils has the potential to change urban and liquid quality improvement initiatives by increasing the efficiency for which cities gain the rewards of aggregates and decreasing the costs associated with modifying to it ('grime, crime, and time'). In order to support WBG's efforts on environmentally friendly urban and liquid progress in the Indian Region, this section investigates the three essential ICT making it suitable nationally and globally more toward urban governance but instead management of water resources: e-Government, fairness, and geography information systems (GIS). We want to evaluate and understand cost-effective technologies employed within these ICT methodologies in order to enable replication efforts in urban India.
Threats in Online Banking
Authors: - Vibhor Choudhary
Published: January 2024

Online banking, or internet banking, has revolutionized the financial landscape in India, providing customers with unprecedented access and convenience for managing their finances. However, this digital transformation has also given rise to a multitude of security threats and vulnerabilities, requiring a robust regulatory framework and advanced security measures. This study conducts a critical analysis of security of online banking focusing on the regulatory framework, security measures, and the challenges faced in mitigating these threats. The regulatory framework for online banking is primarily overseen by the RBI, with key laws including the B.R. Act, 1949, and the I.T. Act, 2000, providing the legal foundation. Measures of Security i.e. encryption and biometrics have significantly enhanced online banking security, with an evolving regulatory framework adapting to emerging threats. However, challenges persist, including the rapid evolution of threats, varying levels of customer awareness, and a seamless customer experience. Recommendations for enhancing security include strengthening regulatory oversight, intensifying customer awareness programs, and implementing advanced security technologies. This study concludes that while online banking in India has made significant strides in enhancing security, continuous adaptation and a commitment to user education are essential to ensure the sector remains secure and trusted in an ever-evolving digital environment.
Eisenia Fetida: A Bioremedial Worm for Sanitary Napkins and Diapers
Authors: - Jalajakshi.S. , - Eesha Prasad , - Abhishek.C.S , - Aneesh.S , - Gouthami. R
Published: January 2024

Sanitary napkins and baby diapers are widely used around the world by menstruating women and babies. Once used, they are either dumped in landfills or incinerated which releases harmful gases such as carbon monoxide into the environment. Such material contains plastic, cotton, and synthetic substances which take hundreds of years to bio-degrade under normal conditions, hence polluting the earth's surface. The present study aims to use the earthworm species Eisenia fetida to fasten the process of biodegradation.

Layers of fresh compost (which included waste materials, cow dung slurry, and water, were allowed to decompose for 15 days), cow dung, Eisenia fetida, fine compost, hay, used and unused sanitary napkins and diapers, and water were used to set up the experimental setting for degradation. The weights of the napkins and diapers initially and weekly were observed which ultimately decreased. Used diapers were set up for four to five weeks, and their weight decreased from 103g to 17.3g once every seven days, bacteria were isolated from vermicompost and the earthworms' gut by cultivating them on nutrient agar plates. Gram staining was used to further define the bacterial colonies. Gram-positive cocci, bacilli, Gram-negative rods, cocci, and bacilli containing spores and other variety in the bacterial population was seen. According to the results of the current study, vermiremediation is a very efficient, environmentally benign, and zero-waste approach for the disposal of sanitary napkins that can be used widely to reduce environmental contamination caused by them.
Problems of Young Minds in India: NCC Training May be the Solution
Authors: - Purnendu Bikash Chatterjee
Published: January 2024

Our society as well as our country is passing by an era which is showing us some peculiar problems which never haunted us previously in a major way. The name of the recent threat is ‘depression’. It affects our youths so badly that if we do not take this problem very seriously with utmost importance then a large number of young lives will be lost. Recent reports showing us that the students of premier Institutes of our country committing suicides and in the major cases the cause behind this is depression. In this paper I will try to excavate the reasons behind this and discuss on some probable solutions and explore how National Cadet Corps(NCC) training can help us to get rid of this problem.
Contemporizing Earthen Architecture - A Futuristic and Sustainable Approach
Authors: - Ar. Priyanka , - Dr. Monika Shekhar Gupta
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Utmost metropolises and municipalities in developing countries are passing a massive migration of population from pastoral areas. The maturity of the pastoral population migrates to civic areas hoping to find a job and an advanced income for their survival. This large affluence creates a high demand for civic casing and structure, which the maturity of the settlers cannot go. also, the inadequate use of low- cost traditional structure accoutrements and construction ways in domestic construction has redounded in precious casing stock for the maturity of the poor. That's thus a critical need to assess indispensable structure accoutrements and ways that are both affordable and sustainable. Stabilized earth is an indispensable structure material that's significantly cheaper than using conventional slipup and concrete, and is also environmentally sustainable. Earth has been used as a construction material on a global position since age.
Earth as the building material gives a lot of potential possibilities & alternative solutions, not only to the architects or the environment-conscious planners & designers, but it will encourage & respect the volunteers of commonality & make them blend towards the field of rethinking sustainable practices with their quality of living & even pave ways for skillful labors in the mainstream of the construction industry.
The objective of the study is to understand the potential of the ‘Earth’ as the building material & trace its evolution of construction techniques since the ages by analyzing the ecological aspect, challenges & thermal performance of Earthen Architecture to explore innovative construction techniques in the current context & future trends
Professionally architects do have the power – we must take a lead & be actively critical & analytical about the materials we choose for the design of our buildings. But innovation towards more circular material flow is already out there. We simply need to be bold enough to understand & test their potential & put them into the field of sustainable practice – the alternative & the affordable solution just lies beneath our feet – ‘the Earth’.
This study is limited to the detailed understanding of building physics revolving around the Rammed Earth |RE| construction & CSEB |Compressed Stabilized Earth Block| used in the mainstream of sustainable building construction.
Sample Size in Qualitative and Quantitative Study
Authors: - Mohsen Farhati
Published: January 2024

In this article, we attempt a synthesis of sampling in the field of qualitative study and that of quantitative study, based on the various research contributions and the work of the authors, this synthesis attempts to bring order by distinguishing, the size of the sample as objects of research both in the qualitative approach and in the quantitative approach. For this subject, the aspects, which raise problems that are still poorly understand among researchers and students, are present. What types of sample can we construct?
The Theme of War and Love in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms
Authors: - Arun Kumar Singh , - Ipsa Arun
Published: January 2024

A Farewell to Arms, in the first place, deals with Hemingway’s personal experiences of the First World War. The theme of war enters in the novel, A Farewell to Arms, through Frederic Henry. Frederic Henry is the hero of this novel. He is an American who has enrolled himself in the Italian army that is fighting against the combined armies of Austria and Germany during the First World War. Henry is posted on the Italian-Austrian border, and is a Lieutenant in the Italian Ambulance Corps. As we find him in the beginning of the novel, he is a person who is fond of food and fun, music and sex, who wants to visit brothels rather frequently, who has absolutely no faith in religion or in the other final values of life, and who doesn’t seem to be taking life at all seriously. The theme of love enters in the novel, A Farewell to Arms, through Catherine Barkley who is the heroine or principal female character in the novel. Although we meet her somewhat late in the novel, she leaves a deep impression upon us by virtue of the strength of her character. In the company of Catherine, Frederic is a changed man at the end of the novel whose attitude towards life has undergone a complete metamorphosis.
Biopreservative Efficacy of Some Common Spices Sold in Dakingari Market on Hot-Break Locally Processed Tomato Paste
Authors: - Rilwanu Aati , - Garba Danjumma Sani , - Aliyu Sai’du , - Suleiman Sahabi
Published: January 2024

The research investigated the biopreservative efficacy of some common spices sold in dakingari market as substitutes for chemical preservatives on hot-break locally processed tomato paste (Platinum 7 F1 variety). After concentration, the paste was divided into thirty one (31) portions labeled A–O2. The spices were added to tomato paste in the following proportion of ginger; garlic; onion; pepper; ginger and garlic; ginger and onion; ginger and pepper; garlic and onion; garlic and pepper; onion and pepper; ginger, garlic and onion; ginger, garlic and pepper; garlic, onion and pepper; onion, pepper and ginger; ginger, garlic, onion and pepper 3 and 5 percent. Each mixture (450g) was evenly homogenized, filled up into air-tight Mayonnaise jars and stored at room temperature over a period of 9 weeks.
Pure cultures were obtained from distinct colonies by repeating streaking on fresh agar plates and subjected to microscopic examination and biochemical tests such as Gram staining. Microbial examination and yeast counts of the samples were enumerated on a weekly basis while the pure microbial isolates were identified. Results showed that those without fungi growth are; Sample G (ginger and onion), Sample O (onion, pepper and ginger), Sample D (onion), Sample E (pepper), Sample M (ginger, garlic and pepper) and Sample L (ginger, garlic and onion), Sample I (garlic and onion) (3 and 5%). The microorganisms were identified as organism: Rhizopus orazae, Penicillium citrinum, Aspergillus micronesiensis, Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus niger , Phoma multristrata, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus brevis, Leuconostoc mensenteroides, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus fermentum.
The study concluded only Sample D (onion) and Sample N (garlic, onion and pepper) that has no bacteria growth (3 and 5%).The study concluded that combined samples with combination of garlic or ginger (3 and 5%) suitably preserved tomato paste for 9 weeks without deterioration. The use of natural products such as ginger, onion and garlic as natural preservatives could significantly improve tomato utilization in household production in Dakingari and Nigeria at large where refrigeration is greatly hampered by erratic power supply. Further investigation for other biopreservatives is recommended to ascertain the safety consumption of tomato paste of the people in the study area and the need to look into more new natural bio-preservatives which can promote human health besides acting as food preservative.
Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBIs) on Enhancing Emotional Regulation Skills (ERS) and Psychological Well-being: A Critical Review.
Authors: - K. Shiva Kumar , - Vidya N , - Ramaa Raju
Published: January 2024

The main aim of this paper is to provide a comprehensive analysis of current scholarly works, assessing the efficacy of Mindfulness based therapies in improving emotional regulation skills and psychological well-being. An extensive review of pre-existing research and studies were undertaken to understand mindfulness and emotional regulation skills with an attempt to answer the influence and efficacy of mindfulness-based therapies on the development of emotional regulation abilities and psychological well-being.
The findings obtained from this critical review have significant value in terms of influencing future research endeavours and facilitating the creation of focused therapies aimed at improving emotional regulation skills, psychological well-being and in mindfulness education.
Rights of Crimevictims: A Special Reference to Women and Children
Authors: - Ahmed Mostafizur Rahman , - Dr.Pratap Chandra Dash
Published: January 2024

Victims are the persons who are the sufferers of moral, physical or material damage as a result of crime. The term,’ victim’ also covers those who have close relationship with a person who died as a result of the crime.The basic principle of Torts states that there is no wrong without a remedy. The rule of lawadvocates that wrongs should not remain un redressed. Compensation is the basic right of the victim. It means amends for the loss sustained. Thus, compensation means the money or kind which is either directly given to the victim of crime or to those who have close relationship with the actual victim who have died as a result of the crime. The victims of crimehave some other rights like participation in the trial proceeding, right to appeal, right to protection etc. Inaddition to the common rights, lawhas provided some special rights to the women and children victims of crimesin considerationof their physical, mental condition and age.
Experimentation and Application of Differential Inductive System for Machine and Human Body Parametric Measurement
Authors: - Abdulwahab Deji , - Sheroz Khan , - Musse Mohamoud Ahmad
Published: January 2024

In this article, the prototype circuit is constructed and tested to confirm the results obtained through simulation of a differential inductive circuitry. However, some number of errors found are reported in section 7. Analysis is done between the experimentally found results and those obtained from simulation. Test is done on all sections and certain test parameters are set to determine the actual performance of the system. The test parameters are the frequency response of the differential inductive circuit, the oscillatory effect of the movement of the core in and out of the coil, the inductance change, the force/pressure providing motion, wind pressure, the speed of the inward movement of the core and that of the outward movement, the number of turns used, the length of coils, the area of the coil topology, the diameter of the coil and that of the core, the mass of the convulsion bar, the mass of the target, the ambient temperature of the surrounding, density of the magnetic material used, the applied voltage to the timer, the resonant frequency reached, the amount of current voltage and frequency generated, the percentage of the duty cycle found on the resulting signal, the frequency hysteresis found, the range of oscillation bar, the height of coil arrangement, the seesaw concept, the output waveform of the signal, amongst others. The summary of the major contribution of this work includes a novel design of a differential inductive position sensory system along with its model in the form of the sensed parameter equations as a function of the displacement along the length of the coil. The analytical model for linearization compensation and improved transducer response is another component the author of this work claims it as contribution
Liberation of Women in Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Purple Hibiscus and Half of a Yellow Sun
Authors: - Joshi Dhara H , - Pro.Dr.Prakash Vekaria
Published: January 2024

This study focuses on the liberation of Afro-American women through women empowerment. It examines the basic rights of women, gender issues and domestic violence . it also examines the oppression towards women. Narrative technique is used to describe the status of women in a patriarchal society. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel “Purple Hibiscus” describes the struggle for liberation from oppression. The title of the novel “Purple Hibiscus” may refer to a particular type of flower but it develops the hope for liberation in the major character Kambili. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s novel “Half Of a Yellow Sun” describes the struggle for liberation from sexuality and to liberate Biafran from the Nigerian soldiers.
Effect of Multi Media Materials on ELT
Authors: - M. Mary Jyothi , - Dr. C. Grace Indira
Published: January 2024

Teachers bring only materials, such as periodicals, newspapers, articles, recipes, city maps, etc., into language classes today. However, modern multimedia technology makes it possible to find more resources. With multimedia technology, students can use web-based search engines to access remote libraries, find literature on specific themes, send, and receive messages, debate, and discuss issues, and ask for assistance. It demonstrates how cutting-edge multimedia technology, be a crucial tool for language learning and teaching. Learners can engage in a variety of language exercises. They are a valuable tool for grammar exercises, reading comprehension tests, academic and non-academic writing, debate, discussion, vocabulary development, articles on fashion and sports, job search advice, information on studying abroad, language translation, and other topics. As a result, students work on their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and investigate subjects that interest them. Learning thus becomes more engaging.

The current study's primary goal is to investigate attitudes about and practices around multimedia materials (MMM) and the situation of MMM in Andhra Pradesh's Technical Institutions. Both professors and students who use multimedia resources to teach and learn English in a language lab are MMM users. Teachers and students who do not use MMM have limited access to language teaching and learning.
Melatonin, Circadian Rhythms, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Comprehensive Review of Epidemiology, Molecular Mechanisms, and Therapeutic Implications
Authors: - Ms. Kajal Tiwari , - Dr. Archana Tiwari , - Riddhi Tiwari
Published: January 2024

This extensive review delves into the epidemiology, risk factors, historical background, and molecular mechanisms of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). The term "diabetes mellitus" dates back to ancient times and the Greek physician Aertaeus is credited with coining the term. T2DM, which is defined by hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, and relative insulin deficiency, is a global public health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. A combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors play a role in the development of T2DM. The distinction between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes was established in 1936, and Type 2 diabetes was identified as a component of the metabolic syndrome in 1988.
T2DM is becoming more and more common; it is expected to affect 552 million people by 2030, which means that research and interventions are desperately needed. The risk factors for T2DM include age, genetics, obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and components of the metabolic syndrome. Prediabetes, which is a precursor to T2DM, must be detected early in order to reduce the risk of progression. This review explores the physiological and molecular mechanisms underlying T2DM, with a focus on the complex interactions between melatonin, circadian rhythms, and diabetes.
Melatonin, this is primarily synthesized by the pineal gland, is essential for the regulation of circadian rhythms and many other physiological processes. Research has shown how melatonin affects insulin secretion and glucose metabolism, suggesting that it may have therapeutic uses in the treatment of diabetes. Circadian rhythm disturbances, particularly those brought on by shift work, are linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, underscoring the importance of comprehending these intricate relationships.
The review highlights the need for more research to fully understand the complex relationships between melatonin, circadian rhythms, and diabetes. Pharmacological interventions, such as the synthetic melatonin agonist agomelatine, offer promising avenues for therapeutic exploration. Thapsigargin, an antagonist of sarco-endoplasmic reticulum Ca2+-ATPase (SERCA), reveals the role of calcium signaling in diabetes research.
High Field Confinement Enhancement in Silicon-based Photonic Crystal with Different Point Defects
Authors: - Ferdousi Mayoa , - Mehedi Hasan
Published: January 2024

Two-dimensional silicon-based photonic crystals as optical analogs to electronic semiconductors are presented in this paper, emphasizing the design and analysis of two-dimensional structures. Employing the Lumerical FDTD solver, we initially crafted defect-free photonic crystals within a hexagonal lattice of air holes on a silicon slab (6.57 μm along x, 6.57 μm along y, 0.75 μm along z). The lattice parameters (a = 0.365 μm, r = 0.1095 μm, with r = 0.3a) established a target resonant wavelength of 1.5 μm. Utilizing Finite Difference Time-Domain (FDTD), we evaluated electric field decay, resonant modes, and the Q factor. The defect-free structure exhibited a peak Q factor of 736.004 at a resonant wavelength of 1262.87 nm. Removal of a central hole enhanced the Q factor to 1286.96 at 1391.07 nm. Introducing various line defects, the structure with three holes removed from vertical positions emerged as the optimal candidate for silicon-based photonic crystal cavity resonators, displaying the highest Q factor near the target resonant wavelength. Additionally, the structure with seven holes removed showed stable linear decays at both resonant wavelengths, suggesting its potential as a cavity resonator design candidate.