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Promoting Inclusive Basic Service Delivery in the Federal Context of Nepal: A Policy Position Paper from the Experience of Karnali Province
Authors: Rijal Chandra Prasad
Published: February 2025

This policy recommendation paper explores the implementation of inclusive basic service delivery (IBSD) within Nepal’s federal structure, focusing specifically on Karnali Province. The study examines the opportunities and challenges arising from decentralization since Nepal became a federal democratic republic in 2015. The primary objective is to assess how federalism can enhance service delivery by tailoring it to diverse communities, drawing on global best practices such as Brazil’s Bolsa Família program and India’s National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). The methodology includes a qualitative analysis of existing policies, challenges, and opportunities in Karnali Province, with a review of international case studies. Key findings reveal that while decentralization has the potential to improve service delivery, challenges such as resource constraints, political interference, inconsistent policy application, and socio-cultural barriers persist. The paper recommends empowering local governments with more autonomy and resources, fostering community participation, and establishing robust monitoring and evaluation systems to address these issues. These strategies aim to enhance the efficiency and inclusiveness of basic service delivery in Nepal’s federal context. Adapting successful international models to Nepal’s unique context, while addressing systemic barriers, is essential for improving public services and promoting greater inclusivity in Karnali Province and across the country. Strengthening decentralized governance is crucial for achieving equitable outcomes and enhancing public trust.
Dispute Avoidance in Construction Contract: Analyzing the NEC Form of Contract
Authors: Kharel Tara Prasad
Published: February 2025

This study focuses on dispute avoidance in construction contracts, specifically through the implementation of the NEC (New Engineering Contract) system. The objective is to explore how the collaborative framework of NEC, which includes elements such as mutual trust, proactive communication, early warnings, and structured risk registers, and good faith clauses, can enhance project efficiency and reduce disputes. The methodology involves a qualitative analysis of existing literature, comparing the NEC system with Nepal’s traditional procurement laws, which are often less structured and prone to disputes. The findings suggest that NEC’s proactive approach significantly reduces conflicts by fostering clear communication and equitable risk distribution. Additionally, the emphasis on early warning systems and risk management allows for better conflict resolution before issues escalate. The study highlights that the adoption of the NEC system would align the Nepalese construction industry with international standards, leading to cost reductions and improved project outcomes. The implications of the study recommend the integration of NEC methodologies in Nepal’s public procurement system to ensure smoother project execution, reduce legal disputes, and increase overall industry efficiency. The research advocates for a shift towards more structured and collaborative contract frameworks to enhance the construction sector’s competitiveness and global integration.
Viral Hepatitis B&C in Elderly Hemodialysis Unit: Nurses' General Practices
Authors: Elzeblawy Hassan Hanan
Published: February 2025

Background: Nurses are in a unique position and frequently asked to provide care for hemodialysis patients. Nurses as members of the healthcare team lead the rest of the team in practicing prevention strategies to protect the patient from infection. Utilizing the skills and knowledge of nursing practice, nurse can facilitate patient recovery while minimizing complications related to infections.

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess hemodialysis nurses' general practices regarding elderly viral hepatitis C and B. Design: A descriptive exploratory design was utilized in the current study.

Setting: The study was carried out in two hemodialysis units at Beni-Suef University Hospital and Elwasta General Hospital in Beni-Suef Governorate.

Subjects: A convenient sample of 76 hemodialysis nurses, of whom 22 were men and 54 women, and who provided direct patient care, consented to take part in the study.

Results: 57.9% of the dialysis nurses have 2-5 years of experience in dialysis unit, 72.4% of the dialysis nurses don’t participate in scientific conferences for dialysis and kidney disease during the last 5 years, 92.1%% and 93.4% of the dialysis nurses place all disposable syringes and needles, scalpel blades, and other sharp items in puncture- resistant containers and wear the special uniform mandatory for all workers of the unit, respectively. While, (67.1% and 71.1%) of them don’t commit to well-groomed uniforms while maintaining personal hygiene and not using external accessories and don’t use the one hand method, respectively.

Conclusion: Most of dialysis nurses had incompetent practices regarding general preventive practices related to dialysis unit. There is highly statistically significant relation between dialysis nurses' practice and their education level, nurses' experience, attending training programs for improving nursing skills, participation in scientific conferences, and their knowledge about infection control standards for dialysis patients and their total practices towards viral hepatitis B & C for elderly patients in dialysis units.
Autoimmune Encephalitis in Children: A Retrospective Analysis of 13 Cases
Authors: Incecik Faruk
Published: February 2025

Autoimmune encephalitis is a rapidly progressive encephalopathy caused by antibody-mediated neuro-inflammation that presents with a range of neuropsychiatric symptoms, seizures, focal neurologic deficits, abnormal movements, and/or dysautonomia. The aim of this study is to evaluate clinical findings, treatment and prognosis in children with autoimmune encephalitis. We retrospectively analyzed clinical records and data of 13 patients with autoimmune encephalitis. A total of 13 children had autoimmune encephalitis, 10 patients (%76.9) had anti-GAD encephalitis, two patients (%15.4) had anti-NMDAR encephalitis, and one patient (%7.7) had anti-LGI1 encephalitis. The median age at presentation was 9 years (range 5-17 years), and 7 of the patients (53.8) were female. The most common presenting symptoms were confusion, behavior change and seizures. Most of patients have a good response to first-line immunotherapy. In conclusion, autoimmune encephalitis may present with different clinical findings in children. As a result, autoimmune encephalitis may present with different clinical findings. Since early diagnosis and treatment are important, autoimmune encephalitis should be kept in mind in the diagnosis of children presenting with behavioral change, seizures and changes in consciousness.
Pharmaceutical Care Education in A Nigerian University: A Cross-Sectional Study on Students’ Attitude and Perception
Authors: Nnenna Ajagu
Published: February 2025

Background: Pharmaceutical care is the responsible provision of medication therapy to achieve definite outcomes that improve patients’ quality of life. Generally, students in pharmacy training take pharmaceutical care as part of their course in the five to six years pharmacy program and this form of education equips the students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to practice when they become pharmacists.

Objective: The study assessed pharmacy students’ attitude and perception of pharmaceutical care education in a university in southeast Nigeria.

Methods: The study is a descriptive, cross-sectional survey of pharmacy students in Agulu campus, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka using a self-administered questionnaire. The questionnaire was pre-tested for comprehension and reliability on 15 pharmacy students that are not part of the study, and necessary modifications were made. The study started from March to October 2019. A convenience sampling method was adopted in this study. Data was collected via a pre-tested 34-item self-administered questionnaire. SPSS (IBM, Corp.) version 25 was used for analysis. Descriptive statistics including percentages, mean, standard deviation, medians, and Likert scale rating (SD) were calculated and chi-square was used to determine association between categorical variables.

Result: A total of 299 of students participated in the study (130 males and 169 females). The response rate was 99.6%. Most of the students in the study showed positive attitude towards pharmaceutical care, as majority (73.6%) of them agreed that the practice of pharmaceutical care is valuable. Meanwhile, there is a significant association between the educational year of students and how they perceive their preparedness on their skill to administer drugs (X2 (23.03); p=0.03). Also, a significant association exists in the students’ educational year and their perceived ability to monitor therapeutic plan for a patient (X2 (28.08); p=0.005).

Conclusion: The pharmacy students’ attitude towards pharmaceutical care was good. Their preparedness to practice pharmaceutical care was average. The pharmacy students’ perception of the importance of the various pharmaceutical care activities was good. There was a significant association between students’ educational year and preparedness on the technical aspects of competency such as ability to recommend appropriate drug therapy, evaluate patient pharmacotherapeutic regimes, monitor therapeutic plan for a patient and identify information to prevent or resolve drug therapy problem.
The Impact of Physical Activity on Overall Health and Quality of Life in Older adults
Authors: Bryndin Evgeny
Published: February 2025

The Holy Scriptures mentions personified diseases. References to diseases are very numerous and are found in books of a wide variety of contents. We can find mention of diseases in historical narratives, in edifying reflections, in teachings, and in psalms, as well as in discussions of issues related to ritual purity and temple cult. The Old Testament mentions dozens of different diseases: infertility, pestilence, consumption, fever, fever, inflammation, leprosy, scabs, scabies, insanity, blindness, heart attack, etc. In the New Testament, the topic of illness and healing occupies a very prominent place. Most of the stories about the miracles of the Savior convey cases of miraculous healing: the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law, the centurion’s servant, a bent woman, a bleeding woman, a man born blind, ten lepers and many others (of the 36 miracles mentioned in the Gospels, 26, i.e. more than two-thirds - these are cases associated with healing). Having fallen through the sin of disobedience from the divine power that sanctifies and replenishes nature, man dooms himself to illness and suffering: “in illness you will give birth to children” (Genesis 3:16), God addresses Eve. Diseases are associated with sin, suffering and death. Jesus Christ healed not only all kinds of diseases, but also all kinds of infirmities (Matthew 4:23).
Interrelationship Between Cardiovascular Diseases and Dentistry: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology, Risk Factors, and Clinical Management
Authors: Pandey Ashish
Published: February 2025

The bidirectional relationship between cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and oral health, particularly periodontal disease, has garnered significant attention in recent years. This review aims to elucidate the complex interplay between cardiovascular health and dental care, focusing on the pathophysiological mechanisms that link oral infections to cardiovascular conditions such as atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke. Additionally, this paper explores the implications of CVDs for dental management, discussing the latest evidence-based guidelines for clinicians. The review also highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing patients with comorbid oral and cardiovascular conditions, emphasizing the need for collaborative care to optimize patient outcomes. The integration of oral health assessments into cardiovascular risk profiling is proposed as a vital strategy in preventive healthcare. This article synthesizes current research findings and provides practical recommendations for dental practitioners, with the goal of enhancing patient care in those with or at risk for CVDs.
The Entwined Human and Environmental Costs of the Colonial Project
Authors: Ashby Jack
Published: February 2025

Although such research has long been mainstream in world cultures collections, natural history museums have only recently begun tracing their colonial histories, seeking to identify individuals obscured by power imbalances, and inviting consideration of specimens as artifacts of invasion, exploitation, and extraction, as well as scientific data. This article summarizes these developments within natural history, providing possible approaches and questions. It illustrates how the costs of the colonial project experienced by people and environments were intertwined and follow similar historical processes. Equally, the vital roles natural history collections are playing in researching global environmental crises can also be played by world cultures collections. By learning from each other's disciplinary research practices, natural history and world cultures collections have huge potential to increase their social relevance.
Review Essays
Authors: Lingold Mary Caton , Wyatt Camus , Onciul Bryony , Everson Andy , Luria Jaimie N. , Zabalueva Olga , Webb Matthew Raj , Kim Sumi , Selwood Sara
Published: February 2025

The question of repatriation and restitution looms large in the museum world today, particularly for ethnographic museums in the former seats of empire that house culturally significant artworks and sacred objects from around the world. But beyond the question of which objects to return, and to whom, museums must also question how to display and curate materials that remain in their possession. What are museums to do with the spoils of empire neatly cataloged and carefully stored in Europe's metropoles?
Machine Learning-Driven Crime Risk Modelling and Prediction
Authors: Isaac Makene Mwita , Leonard Tito Stanley
Published: February 2025

Effective law enforcement and public safety strategies are essential for accurate crime analysis, and forecasting. This situation is a global challenge,especially in the region where diverse socioeconomic factors can influence complex crime patterns. This study presents a novel machine learning-basedapproach to address this critical issue. By leveraging publicly available historical crime data and relevant socio-demographic variables, we develop a predictive model to identifycrimesin the area with high rates. The methodology involves data preprocessing, feature selection, model training, and validation using advanced machine learning techniques. Our proposed method attainsa prediction accuracy of 0.52 over other competitive methods. Theseempirical resultsdemonstrate the efficacy of the approach in forecasting crime hotspots, providing actionable insights for law enforcement agencies and policymakers. This research contributes to enhancingproactive measures for crime prevention and resource allocation in regions with diverse social economic factors.
Factores de calidad que afectan la productividad y competitividad de las micros, pequeñas y medianas empresas del sector industrial metalmecánico
Authors: López López Diana Cristina
Published: February 2025

This article defines concepts that are associated to quality, productivity and competitiveness, and proposes a standardized measuring way of the productivity within processes. It explains the factors and guidelines of quality that permit an organization to evolve through different phases of quality, in order to increase productivity and competitiveness facing the domestic and international markets. It establishes tools, factors and guidelines of quality applied by micro, small and medium enterprises of the metalworking sector in Pereira and Dosquebradas, and the quality phase in which they are currently. It explores the voluntary and regulatory conditions that the market and the national government require to products and companies of the industrial sector under study.
Caracterización de la Temperatura de un Horno Tubular en Función de la Posición
Authors: Cruz Muñoz Beatriz , Rincón López July Andrea , Flórez Galeano Eduardo Andrés
Published: February 2025

In order to perform heat treatment of bulk and / or thin films materials that require a high rate of change of temperature / time unit, was characterized a tube furnace Terrigeno Industries ESP model number 462, varying the position of standard instrument of temperature from center to the edge of the tube. The result was that the temperature relative to the position has a decreasing exponential behavior and in particular shown the results for changes in temperature of 100 ° C according on the position. The data obtained was subjected to standard metrological analysis to express the results with their uncertainties.
Pengaruh Penyaluran Zakat Pada Kesejahteraan Mustahik (Studi Kasus BAZNAS Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Selatan)
Authors: Sadewa Manik Mutiara , Agustina Anisa
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan penyaluran zakat pada kesejahteraan mustahik (Studi Kasus BAZNAS Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Selatan). Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu mustahik di Kabupaten Hulu Sungai Selatan pada tahun 2022 sebanyak 315 mustahik dengan sampel sebanyak 30 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah sampel jenuh dengan metode pengumpulan data melalui kuesioner. Hasil dari pengujian hipotesis dalam penelitian ini secara parsial menunjukkan bahwa penyaluran zakat berpengaruh terhadap kesejahteraan mustahik sebab nilai thitung 5,241 > ttabel 2,045 dan signifikansi (0,000 < 0,05). adapun hasil rumusan masalah yang pertama yaitu apakah ada perubahan pendapatan rumah tangga mustahik dengan adanya bantuan zakat, maka dari hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa adanya peningkatan pendapatan mustahik setelah menerima dana zakat.
Kata kunci: BAZNAS; Kesejahteraan Mustahik;Penyaluran Zakat
МИКРОКАПСУЛИРОВАНИЕ ПРОБИОТИЧЕСКИХ МИКРООРГАНИЗМОВ ДЛЯ ПОВЫШЕНИЯ ИХ СТАБИЛЬНОСТИ И ВЫЖИВАЕМОСТИ
Authors: Мадыбекова Галия , Муталиева Ботагоз , Туркеева Эльмира , Исаева Асем
Published: February 2025

Применение микрокапсулирования в пищевой промышленности представляет большой интерес  из-за потенциальных преимуществ для доставки и защиты биологически-активных компонентов. Их использование может быть решением для повышения устойчивости пробиотических микроорганизмов к неблагоприятным условиям, а также способствует их стабильности и пролонгированному действию. Современные исследования  в области применения биополимеров в микрокапсулировании пробиотиков и пребиотиков позволяют обоснованно подходить к выбору биополимеров и направить  исследования  на определение наиболее подходящих биополимеров для их микрокапсулирования.  
В статье рассматривается микрокапсулирование микроорганизмов,ц в частности, пробиотиков.  При микрокапсулировании, пробиотические бактерии в ходе производственного процесса покрываются защитной оболочкой.  Это позволяет бактериям сохранять стабильность и увеличить срок жизни микроорганизмов, защищать их от воздействий окружающей среды.
В  данной работе приводится анализ зарубежной и отечественной литературы по коллоидно-химическим свойствам биополимеров и их комплексов, пробиотическим микроорганизмам и их систем микрокапсулирования, пребиотикам, видам молочной сыворотки и их переработке в функциональные ферментированные напитки, краткое изложение и обсуждение текущего состояния исследований влияния биополимеров и пребиотиков на стабильность и выживаемость пробиотиков в процессе микрокапсулирования и хранения. А также обзор влияния различных параметров, таких как концентрация биополимера, тип и количество пробиотиков/пребиотиков на размер, структуру и стабильность получаемых микрокапсул. Были рассмотрены оптимальные системы доставки для микрокапсулирования наиболее эффективных для ферментирования молочной сыворотки пробиотических микроорганизмов, с возможностью соинкапсулирования пребиотиками, для разработки функционального напитка.
Detection of a Permeable Aquifer Geohazard Above Potash Mines using In-mine Time-domain Electromagnetics
Authors: LeBlanc Todd J. , Butler Samuel L.
Published: February 2025

Inflows pose a serious concern to potash mining operations and often increase operating costs and production slow-downs. The mapping and understanding of water-bearing geohazards is vital in the potash mining industry. Critical to this effort is the development of geophysical tools to quantify the type and magnitude of these geohazards. In this paper, we propose using in-mine time-domain electromagnetics (TDEM) as a viable tool for investigating porous, water-bearing anomalies in geological layers more distant than has been done with electrical methods in the past. This work includes a TDEM survey to better delineate and quantify the properties of a suspected geohazard near a potash mine in southern Saskatchewan. Our investigations had two objectives: one was to confirm and define the extent of the conductive brine in the overlying lithology. The second was to determine the effectiveness of deploying TDEM in-mine where full-space effects and nearby machinery pose significant noise challenges to operation. Our results found a strong conductive EM signature to the suspected anomaly, suggesting there is high value in deploying TDEM underground. In addition, full-space EM computer modeling was performed in COMSOL Multiphysics using 2D-axisymmetric geometry to account for lithological changes both above and below our survey. We invert the survey data using a pair of different strategies. The results of which demonstrate that the anomalous EM response is caused by a conductive high in the Dawson Bay carbonate layers above the mine workings.
El volcán Cerro Machín en el registro histórico, Tolima, Colombia
Authors: Méndez Fajury Ricardo Arturo , Laverde Castaño Carlos A. , Monsalve Bustamante María Luisa
Published: February 2025

Como parte del conocimiento sobre la actividad del volcán Cerro Machín (4°, 29’, 15’’ N y 75°, 23’, 19’’ W, 2750 msnm.), se cuenta con múltiples reportes, desde el siglo XVI, de actividad fumarólica y presencia de fuentes termales por parte de naturalistas, investigadores e historiadores, que realizaron el recorrido del denominado “Camino del Quindío”, el cual comunicaba a las antiguas ciudades de Ibagué y Cartago. Los datos de esta investigación, que fueron obtenidos en consultas en fondos documentales físicos a nivel nacional y, de manera virtual, en sistemas de información en línea, han permitido evidenciar la no ocurrencia de erupciones en tiempos históricos (últimos 500 años). La ausencia de información sobre posible actividad eruptiva en el registro histórico consultado soporta la interpretación de la información del registro geológico para las erupciones más recientes de este volcán.
ПРОБЛЕМИ ЦИФРОВІЗАЦІЇ В ОСВІТІ ТА РОЛЬ ПЕДАГОГІЧНОЇ МАЙСТЕРНОСТІ У ЇХ ВИРІШЕННІ
Authors: ТРІПАК Мар’ян Миколайович , ТОПОРІВСЬКА Ярослава Володимирівна , ЧЖУ Молінь
Published: February 2025

У статті досліджуються проблеми цифровізації освіти та значення педагогічної майстерності у їх вирішенні. Висвітлено актуальність цифрової трансформації, що зумовлює значні зміни в освітньому середовищі. Автори акцентують увагу на необхідності розвитку цифрових компетентностей майбутніх педагогів, які забезпечать їхню готовність до професійної діяльності в умовах цифрового суспільства. Метою дослідження є виокремлення проблем цифровізації освіти та визначення основних концептуальних параметрів їх вирішення через підвищення майстерності педагогів. Проаналізовано основні бар’єри цифровізації, серед яких – цифрова нерівність (регіональна, соціально-економічна, індивідуальна, галузева), проблеми конфіденційності та безпеки, а також недостатня адаптація цифрових інструментів до різних освітніх форматів. Зроблено висновок, що такі виклики негативно впливають на ефективність освітнього процесу, зокрема, через обмежений доступ до технологій, навчальних ресурсів і програм. Окрему увагу приділено ролі педагогічної майстерності в умовах цифровізації. Зазначено, що сучасний педагог повинен не лише володіти високим рівнем професійної компетентності, але й критичним мисленням, здатністю використовувати цифрові інструменти та адаптувати їх до індивідуальних освітніх траєкторій здобувачів. Обґрунтовано значення самоосвіти та участі педагогів у професійних заходах для постійного оновлення знань і навичок у цифровому середовищі. Автори наголошують на необхідності формування інклюзивного та рівноправного освітнього простору, який враховує різні потреби учасників освітнього процесу. Цифровізація, як важливий елемент сучасної педагогіки, одночасно відкриває нові можливості та ставить виклики перед педагогами, потребуючи інноваційного підходу до викладання. У статті представлені рекомендації щодо підвищення ефективності освітнього процесу та адаптації до умов цифрового суспільства.
ПРОФЕСІЙНА ДІЯЛЬНІСТЬ ПРАЦІВНИКІВ СОЦІАЛЬНОЇ СФЕРИ: ОСНОВНІ ВИКЛИКИ ТА ІНСТРУМЕНТИ ЇХ ПОДОЛАННЯ В УМОВАХ СЬОГОДЕННЯ
Authors: МОРЕНКО Ольга Миколаївна , ВЕЛИКЖАНІНА Дарʼя Василівна , КАЗАННІКОВА Олена Володимирівна , ГРИНЕВИЧ Юрій Сергійович
Published: February 2025

У статті авторами розглядається професійна діяльність соціальних працівників у контексті сучасних викликів та трансформацій в Україні. Соціальна робота, будучи життєво важливим складником системи підтримки суспільства, стикається з безпрецедентними вимогами через економічні, соціальні та геополітичні зміни. Дослідження висвітлює ключові проблеми, включаючи недостатній розподіл ресурсів, зростаючий попит на послуги та потребу в емоційній стійкості соціальних працівників. Особлива увага приділяється інноваційним інструментам, методам і стратегіям вирішення цих проблем, таким як впровадження цифрових технологій, програми професійного навчання, міждисциплінарна співпраця. Дослідження підкреслює важливість адаптивних підходів та ефективного формування політики для підвищення якості та ефективності соціальних послуг. Встановлено, що на сьогодні в Україні активно здійснюється процес реформування системи соціального захисту, спрямований на підвищення якості життя населення та забезпечення соціальної справедливості. Одним із ключових напрямів цієї реформи є вдосконалення механізмів надання соціальних послуг. Це передбачає адаптацію наявних моделей і процесів до нових економічних, соціальних та політичних реалій, що виникли в умовах постійних змін та викликів, зокрема війни та економічної нестабільності. Оновлення системи надання соціальних послуг включає не лише покращення доступу до базових соціальних гарантій, таких як медичне обслуговування, пенсії та соціальна підтримка, а й розширення спектра послуг для вразливих категорій населення, зокрема, для внутрішньо переміщених осіб, людей з інвалідністю, осіб похилого віку, молодих сімей та інших соціально незахищених груп. Важливим складником є також впровадження інноваційних підходів та технологій у процес надання таких послуг, що дозволяють забезпечити ефективність, прозорість і доступність на всіх етапах соціального обслуговування.
IMPLEMENTING WILLIAMS AND SHELLENBERGER’S PYRAMID OF LEARNING IN THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM: A NEUROPEDAGOGICAL APPROACH
Authors: NAVROTSKA Inna Stepanivna
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this article is the analysis of theoretical and methodological aspects and perspectives of integrating Williams and Shellenberger’s Pyramid of Learning into the neuropedagogical approach as a model for supporting sensory-cognitive development. It also aims to investigate strategies for preparing educators to apply neuropedagogical methods effectively. By considering European efforts, particularly through initiatives like the Erasmus+ program, this study explores ways to advance the training and resources available to educators. The research methodology is based on the principles of the neuropedagogical approach and analysis of Williams and Shellenberger’s Pyramid of Learning theory to understand the implications of sensory-cognitive development to understand the implications of sensory-cognitive development within the educational system. Additionally, the study evaluates current training practices for educators in European, Ukrainian and Saudi Arabian contexts and examines best experience for embedding multisensory strategies in curricula. The scientific novelty of the study lies in its comprehensive analysis of Williams and Shellenberger’s Pyramid of Learning as a sensory-cognitive framework within the field of neuropedagogy. By exploring this model’s application in curricula, the article offers new insights into how structured sensory-based learning environments can enhance student engagement and academic outcomes. This research seeks to bridge theoretical insights with practical applications within diverse educational settings. Furthermore, it emphasizes the role of European initiatives in advancing neuropedagogical practices and the importance of aligning Ukrainian and Saudi Arabian training programs with these standards. Conclusions. The study supposes that implementation of Williams and Shellenberger’s Pyramid of Learning within educational systems can address significant deficiencies in current teaching methods by fostering a neuropedagogical approach that supports various (neurotypical and neurodivergent) learners and their needs. However, the effective use of these methods remains limited due to insufficient teacher training, especially in non-European contexts. The findings suggest that future research should focus on validating sensory-based approaches and adapting Williams and Shellenberger’s Pyramid of Learning to suit diverse educational settings, ensuring compatibility with both European, Ukrainian and Saudi Arabian standards. Equipping educators with neuropedagogical competencies through structured training programs will be essential to achieving neurodevelopmentally informed educational environments.
Biomass Incorporation into degraded soils and its Effect on the Productivity of Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Authors: Rosales-Serna Rigoberto , Sierra Zurita Donaji , Santana-Espinoza Saúl , Ríos-Saucedo Julio C.
Published: February 2025

Objective: to evaluate the effect of incorporating biomass in degraded soils, and fertilization, on yield of common bean plants grown in the semiarid highlands of northern México.Design/Methodology/Approach: from 2019 to 2022, experiments were established in different soil conditions in Durango (México). Pinto Saltillo (PS) and Negro San Luis (NSL) common bean cultivars were planted in three fertilization treatments, 1: chemical, 2: organic and 3: foliar sprayings. Data were recorded for days to flowering and physiological maturity (days after sowing, DAS), reaction to diseases, yield, and weight of 100 seeds. The analysis of variance was performed in a completely randomized design, with a factorialarrangement, and a partial yield-stability analysis was also included.Results: the PS cultivar showed precocious flowering (38 DAS) and intermediate maturity (91 DAS); while NSL showed late flowering (43 DAS) and maturity (101 DAS). In most of the conditions, the absence of anthracnose and rust was observed, as well as intermediate and generalized levels (5 and 6 on the CIAT scale) of common bacterial blight (CBB) with low influence on the results obtained. The biological cycle of NSL was longer than PS, influencing its response to the fertilization treatments evaluated. However, yield results were statistically similar among common bean cultivars and fertilization treatments.Limitations/Implications of the study: leaf biomass incorporated into the soil is a natural and sustainablemethod for common bean production; although only two common bean cultivars were included in the study.Findings/Conclusions: soil-incorporated biomass and foliar fertilizer sprayings could be considered as natural low-cost inputs, both related to increased common bean yield in Durango (México).
Microhabitat of Totolcozcatl mushroom [Entoloma abortivum (Berk. & Curtis) Donk, Basidiomycotina] for restoration in the cloud forest
Authors: Mateo-Guzmán Natalia , ÁLVAREZ SÁNCHEZ MARÍA EDNA , Buendía-Espinoza Julio C.
Published: February 2025

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Objective: to characterize the microhabitat and requirements of Entoloma abortivum, which is considered as a wild fungus (known as Totolcozcatl, in Nahuatl), and as a non-timber forest resource in the cloud forest.
Design/ Methodology/ Approach: E. abortivum is used for food (as a mushroom); it has ecological, cultural and economic importance for rural communities. Their non-regulated collection has led to depletion and over-exploitation in the mountanous cloud forest of Xaltepuxtla (Puebla) Mexico. Habitat characterization of the fungus, which it requires for development and reintroduction is presented. Sensors for temperature and relative humidity were placed in each site determined in the field visits, at the depth of emergence of the carpophores, in order to record these microclimate variables. These sensors were used before and during the whole period of development of the fungus in two seasons, 2016–2017 and 2017–2018; pH and substrate temperature sensors were also used.
Results: the surrounding plant composition, site-specific shade density and soil-substrate chemical characteristics were described. The emergence of carpophores occurred during the winter when the microenvironmental temperature was recorded between 15.8° and 17.5°C, relative humidity between 64%–67%, shade density 93.6%. In the substrate, temperatures fluctuated between 8.5°C and 14°C in the same period; the pH of the substrate, between 5.0–5.5; Chemical characteristics and base-type of the bamboo stem, leaf litter; tillers from decaying grasses, and rotten pieces of jonote are other conditions for the development of this fungus.
Limitations/ Implications of the study: female collectors identified and delimited the emergency sites of the fungus in the field visits. The capabilities of these female collectors are based on morphological traits, and they reach identification up to the level of species.
Findings/ Conclusions: this is the first site-specific characterization of the native habitat of the Totolcozcatl mushroom (Entoloma abortivum).
The Digital Study of Literature: Old Paradox or New Paradigm?
Authors: Simon Rebeka
Published: February 2025

The Digital Humanities and Literary Studies. By Martin Paul Eve. Oxford:
Oxford University Press, 2022. Pp. 208. ISBN 978-0-19-885048-9.
Spatial and Corporeal Poetics of the Haunted House: A Female Gothic Reading of Helen Oyeyemi’s White is for Witching
Authors: Osoliová Viktória
Published: February 2025

The paper seeks to offer a Female Gothic reading of Helen Oyeyemi’s 2009 novel,
White is for Witching. The dis/location of female identity and corporeality are
examined within the context of Gothic space. Female Gothic corporeality and
identity are explored through the themes of eating disorder, maternal hauntings,
and the haunted house. The spatial and corporeal poetics of the haunted house
are illustrated through the peculiar and symbiotic relationship that the female
protagonist shares with the haunted house. Oyeyemi’s novel is interpreted as
belonging to a Female Gothic tradition and as a narrative that embraces and
reconfigures the classic Gothic trope of the haunted house.
Сучасні норми міжнародного гуманітарного права в збройних конфліктах
Authors: Тична Б.
Published: February 2025

У статті досліджується сучасне міжнародне гуманітарне право та його адаптація до умов сучасних збройних конфліктів. Вивчаються основні принципи та джерела міжнародного гуманітарного права, зокрема Женевські конвенції та їхні Додаткові протоколи, які встановлюють правові норми та принципи для захисту осіб, які не беруть участь у бойових діях або припинили свою участь у них. Особлива увага приділяється ефективності та дієвості норм міжнародного гуманітарного права в умовах нових форм ведення бойових дій, таких як “гібридні війни”. Проведено аналіз основних викликів, з якими стикається міжнародне гуманітарне право у сучасних умовах, та проблеми дотримання його норм.
Розглянуто порушення міжнародного гуманітарного права в умовах російської агресії проти України, підкреслено необхідність подальшої кодифікації міжнародного звичаєвого права для адекватного реагування на ці виклики. Обґрунтована важливість забезпечення максимально можливого захисту всіх осіб, які не беруть участь у бойових діях або припинили свою участь у них, включаючи захоплених у полон, тих, що добровільно відмовилися, хворих або поранених.
Акцентовано на вдосконаленні правової системи та впровадження нових правових заходів для посилення захисту жертв збройних конфліктів. Запропоновано рекомендації щодо підвищення ефективності міжнародного гуманітарного права та посилення відповідальності за його порушення.
Age and Propensity to Abuse Welfare Benefits
Authors: Jurek Łukasz
Published: February 2025

In this paper, we examine the relationship between chronological age and the propensity to abuse welfare benefits. Previous research on sickness absence suggests that younger workers are much more likely to abuse it than older workers. The question is whether this relationship is specific to sickness absence or whether it is a general pattern that also applies to other benefits. The aim of the research was to find out whether there are significant differences in this respect between different age groups (young, mature and old persons). The data for the statistical analysis came from a representative CAWI survey conducted among a sample of 1,512 adult residents of Poland, in which respondents were asked to what extent they would justify various irregularities in the use of welfare benefits. A series of non-parametric analyses of variance (Kruskal-Wallis test) were used to identify differences between the groups. The results confirm that older people differ significantly from younger people in their acceptance of abuse. The higher the age category, the lower the consent for irregularities. The results provide a picture of moral  permissiveness across age groups, but do not allow us to determine how attitudes to abuse change over the life cycle. This is because it is not known whether the diagnosed intergroup differences are due to an age effect or rather  a generation effect.
Non-Performing Assets in Scheduled Commercial Banks of India: Is a 'Bad Bank' a Viable Solution?
Authors:   Research Scholar, Taywade College, Mahadula Koradi, Nagpur, India, Bhaskar Bhurase Sachin , V. Ghormade Kishor ,   Professor, Taywade College, Mahadula Koradi, Nagpur, India
Published: February 2025

The persistent issue of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) in India's banking sector has significantly impacted the country's financial
stability and economic growth. Despite various regulatory measures, including the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and
recapitalization initiatives, a sustainable resolution to the NPA crisis remains elusive. The establishment of the National Asset
Reconstruction Company Ltd. (NARCL), also known as India's 'Bad Bank,' marks a critical step toward addressing this issue.
This research paper explores the concept of bad banks, evaluates international case studies, and examines the progress and
challenges faced by NARCL in India. The study identifies key barriers, including asset valuation complexities, operational inefficiencies, and funding constraints, while providing policy recommendations for improving NARCL's efficacy. Through a comparative analysis of alternative NPA resolution strategies, this research highlights the importance of transparent governance,
risk mitigation mechanisms, and continuous monitoring. The findings emphasize the need for a multifaceted approach to address
the NPA problem comprehensively, contributing to systemic financial stability and investor confidence.
Tinjauan kualitas pelayanan UPT Rumah Ilmu Perpustakaan Universitas Negeri Semarang melalui komunikasi interpersonal, fasilitas, dan tata ruang
Authors: Pramusinto Hengky , Mukhifudin Alvi
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh komunikasi interpersonal, fasilitas per-pustakaan dan tata ruang perpustakaan terhadap kualitas pelayanan di UPT Perpustakaan UNNES (Rumah Ilmu). Metode pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner, dianalisis menggunakan regresi linier berganda dan statistik deskriptif presentase. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh simultan variabel komunikasi interpersonal, fasilitas perpustakaan dan tata ruang perpusta-kaan terhadap kualitas pelayanan sebesar 61,9%. Secara parsial komunikasi interpersonal berpenga-ruh terhadap komunikasi interpersonal sebesar 11,90%, fasilitas perpustakaan berpengaruh terhadap kualitas pelayanan sebesar 37,82% dan tata ruang perpustakaan berpengaruh terhadap kualitas pela-yanan sebesar 7,34%. Hasil penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa komunikasi interpersonal, fasilitas perpustakaan, dan tata ruang perpustakaan berpengaruh positif dan signikan terhadap kualitas pelayanan.Kata Kunci: Interpersonal Communication; Facilities; Layout; Service Quality; Studies of the service quality of the Universitas Negeri Semarang Library UPT Rumah Ilmu through interpersonal communication, facilities, and spatial layout Abstract: This study aims to analyze the effect of interpersonal communication, library facilities, and library layout on service quality at the UNNES Library (Rumah Ilmu). Data collection methods using questionnaires, analyzed using multiple linear regression and percentage descriptive statistics. The results of this study indicate that there is a simultaneous influence of interpersonal communication variables, library facilities, and library layout on service quality by 61.9%. Partially, interpersonal communication affects interpersonal communication by 11.90%, library facilities affect service quality by 37.82% and library layout affects service quality by 7.34%. The results of this study also show that interpersonal communication, library facilities, and library layout have a positive and significant effect on service quality.
Pengaruh informasi dunia kerja, bimbingan karir, dan ekspektasi karir terhadap kesiapan kerja
Authors: Shabbah Raihan , Ismiyati Ismiyati , Sholikah Mar’atus , Sebayang Lesta Karolina Br
Published: February 2025

Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pengaruh informasi dunia kerja, bimbingan karir, dan ekspektasi karir terhadap kesiapan kerja siswa kelas XI Jurusan Manajemen Perkantoran dan Layanan Bisnis (MPLB) SMK Negeri 1 Bawang Banjarnegara. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kuantitatif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menyebar kuesioner dan dianalisis menggunakan SEM-PLS. Jumlah sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian sebanyak 84 siswa dengan menggunakan rumus slovin dan teknik simple random sampling. Metode analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis statistik deskriptif dan analisis statistik inferensial dengan pendekatan SEM-PLS. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan (1) pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara informasi dunia kerja, bimbingan karir, dan ekspektasi karir terhadap kesiapan kerja sebesar 0,779; (2) pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara informasi dunia kerja terhadap kesiapan kerja sebesar 0,255; (3) pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara bimbingan karir terhadap kesiapan kerja sebesar 0,261; (4) pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara ekspektasi karir terhadap kesiapan kerja sebesar sebesar 0,490. Simpulan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa informasi dunia kerja, bimbingan karir dan ekspektasi karir memiliki pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan baik secara simultan atau parsial terhadap kesiapan kerja.Kata Kunci: Informasi Dunia Kerja; Bimbingan Karir; Ekspektasi Karir; Kesiapan Kerja The influence information work of the world, guidance career, and career expectation towards work readiness Abstract: The purpose of this study is to find out the effect of work world information, career guidance, and career expectations on the work readiness of Grade XI students of the Department of Office Management and Business Services (MPLB) of SMK Negeri 1 Bawang Banjarnegara.  This type of research uses quantitative research. Data collection was carried out by spreading questionnaires and analyzing using SEM-PLS. The number of samples used in the study was 84 students using the Slovine formula and simple random sampling techniques. The methods of data analysis used are descriptive statistical analysis and inference statistical analysis. The results of this study showed that (1) there was a positive and significant influence between work world information, career guidance, and career expectations on work readiness of 0.779; (2) there was a positive and significant influence between work world information on work readiness of 0.255; (3) there is a positive and significant effect between career guidance on employment readiness of 0.261; (4) there is a positive and significant effect between career expectations on employment readiness of 0.490. The conclusions of this study show that work world information, career guidance and career expectations have a positive and significant effect either simultaneously or partially on job readiness.
Literasi dan numerasi anak usia 6-12 tahun: Peran status sosial ekonomi dan gender berdasarkan asesmen PEMANTIK
Authors: Al Hadi Rizky Khairunnisa , Yusron Eri , Wiradika I Nyoman Indhi , Narendra Hasto Arief , Adem Angela Merici
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis hubungan latar belakang status sosial ekonomi (SES) dan gender dengan kemampuan literasi dan numerasi anak usia 6-12 tahun di Indonesia. Menggunakan metode statistik deskriptif dan regresi linear berganda, penelitian ini menelusuri hubungan antara hasil asesmen literasi dan numerasi dengan berbagai variabel SES dan gender. Data diperoleh dari asesmen Pengukuran Mandiri Literasi dan Numerasi PSPK (PEMANTIK) terhadap 20.523 anak yang tersebar di 21 provinsi dan 79 kabupaten/kota. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa latar belakang pendidikan dan pekerjaan orang tua, terutama ayah, memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap kemampuan literasi dan numerasi anak. Selain itu, anak laki-laki memiliki kemampuan numerasi lebih tinggi dibandingkan anak perempuan, sementara anak perempuan memiliki kemampuan literasi lebih tinggi dibandingkan anak laki-laki. Penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya intervensi yang disesuaikan berdasarkan latar belakang SES dan gender, khususnya pada tingkat sekolah dasar, guna meningkatkan kemampuan literasi dan numerasi anak sebagai fondasi pendidikan di masa depan. Literacy and numeracy of children aged 6-12 years: The role of socioeconomic status and gender based on the PEMANTIK assessment Abstract: This study aims to analyze the relationship between SES background and gender with literacy and numeracy skills in children aged 6-12 years in Indonesia. Using descriptive statistical methods and multiple linear regression, the study examines the correlation between literacy and numeracy assessment results and various SES and gender variables. Data were obtained from the PSPK Independent Literacy and Numeracy Measurement Assessment (PEMANTIK), covering 20,523 children across 21 provinces and 79 districts/cities. The findings indicate that parental education and occupation, particularly the father’s, significantly affect children's literacy and numeracy skills. Furthermore, boys tend to have higher numeracy skills, while girls outperform boys in literacy at the primary school level. This study highlights the importance of tailored interventions based on SES and gender backgrounds, particularly in primary education, to enhance children's literacy and numeracy skills as the foundation for their future education.