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Transgenic Animals in Agriculture: Indian Print
Authors: Murray J.D.
Published: August 2023

In the past decade, a number of advances have been made in genetic engineering as applied to farmed animals. It has been written by representatives from the leading laboratories fro around the world involved in attempts to improve agriculturally important mammals, poultry and fish. Current knowledge , methodology, technical improvements and successes in applications of transgenic technology to a range of animals which are important in agriculture are brought together for the first time under one roof. Its an essential read for those interested in animal genetics, breeding and biotechnology.
Detritus and Decomposition in Ecosystems
Authors: Reshi Zafar
Published: August 2023

The present book is a detailed assessment of the pools and fluxes of detritus in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Besides presenting a comprehensive analysis of the process of detritus decomposition, the book gives an exhaustive account of the biotic and abiotic factors affecting the rate of detritus decomposition. Portrayal of the role of decomposition in nutrient cycling and delineation of the contemporary concepts of humus biosynthesis are the noteworthy features of this book. The book would be serve the needs of post-graduate students having Ecology as one of their major subject and researchers engaged in soil biology and biochemistry, soil sciences and ecosystem structure and function.
Agroforestry Systems for Resource Conservation and Livelihood Security in Lower Himalayas
Authors: Panwar P , k Dadhwal
Published: August 2023

Shivalik ranges cover an area of about 2.14 million ha in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana States of north-west India. Over exploitation of the resources in the region had lead to soil erosion resulting in the rise of riverbeds, siltation of tanks, reservoirs and other natural water bodies. Soil erosion greater than 80 t ha-1 yr-1 have been recorded from denuded hills at places. More than 70 per cent people of the region are dependent on agriculture, however, only 18 per cent of the cultivated area is irrigated. Agroforestry where tree and crops are integrated with each other had been recommended worldwide to check soil erosion and simultaneously achieve production goals. Adoption of scientifically proven agroforestry systems in Shivaliks can reverse the degradation and improve the economic status of the farmers of the region. Extensive research had been done till date on role of agroforestry in resource conservation and livelihood security in the region. The book is an attempt to compile the available knowledge on the subject. There are 20 s in the book covering various topics relating agroforestry systems with soil and water conservation, livelihood security, slope protection through mechanical and vegetative measures, fertility build up, mine spoil rehabilitation, bamboos, climate change and carbon sequestration.
Nanotechnology in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition
Authors: Adhikari Tapan
Published: August 2023

The book has 21 s addressing fundamentals and applied aspects of nanotechnology in soil science and plant nutrition research and written by explorers of a new frontier. The interpretation of subject matter in each is comprehensive, simple and lucid with relevant supporting data. This book would offer a platform for basic, fundamental and advanced learning for students. It would also be useful and informative to researchers from SAUs and ICAR institutes.
Physical Climatology
Authors: Sellers Williams
Published: August 2023

This text is based on a wide range of disciplines, including meteorology, hydrology, watershed and range management, agricultural chemistry and soils, agricultural economics, botany, zoology, electrical and civil engineering, geography, and geochronology. Most of the students are in the Graduate College, and all have had at least an introductory course in meteorology. The mathematical preparation of the students various considerably. Some have carried their training through boundary value problems and complex variables; others have had little more than college algebra and have done poorly in that. To teach a course that would be useful and interesting to all of these students turned out to be almost impossible.
Fruit Science Culture and Technology: (Set of 4 Vols.)
Authors: Bal J.S.
Published: August 2023

The various aspects of fruit cultivation mainly covered are nutritive and cultural significance; origin, history, and distribution ; taxonomical and botanical description ; climatic and soil adaptability; propagation technology and rootstocks; plant and fruit physiology; recommended and popular cultivars; soil cultural practices technology - water need, nutritional need, weed control, inter culture; plant cultural practices technology- training and pruning, fruit thinning ,fruit quality improvement , use of plant growth regulators; special problems; harvesting and production of fruits; post-harvest fruit technology; insect-pests and diseases management ; marketing and export potential. Section-1 covers 2 leading sub- tropical fruits of the country. Similarly, section- 2 covers 4 and section-3 covers 6 sub- tropical fruits in order of their importance. Scientists working in different Universities/ Institutions and Research Stations have contributed chapter on fruit crops in their respective areas of specialization. The book will be highly beneficial to the graduate and post-graduate students in Fruit Science, fruit growers, scientists and extension workers.
Avian (Poultry) Production: 2Nd Revised and Enlarged Edition (As Per Revised Vci Syllabus)
Authors: Sapcota D.
Published: August 2023

Since past few decades because of changing demand for white meat from red meat, the small poultry farms and backyard poultry units developed to commercial farms. The adaptation of intensive poultry keeping methods and rearing of different species of poultry together has given rise to many disease problems. Since the inception of intensive poultry production worldwide farmers were struggling with severe diseases and huge economic losses in their unit. In order to keep pace with ever expanding poultry industry and meeting the increased demand for poultry products, knowledge for prevention and control of poultry diseases will be crucial. The book will enable veterinary students to have sound understanding and working knowledge of poultry diseases. The book will also assist personnel at the poultry disease diagnostic laboratories and progressive farmers. The book devotes total seven sections including basics about avian, bacterial diseases, viral diseases, fungal diseases, parasitic diseases, nutritional deficiency diseases and miscellaneous disorders affecting poultry. There are total 74 chapters in a capsule form. Emphasis has been put on etiology, transmission, epizootiology, clinical signs, gross and microscopic lesions, diagnosis, treatment and control. Where necessary, mention has been made on zoonoses. Necessary images and tables have been added to enhance the understanding of the diseases.
Price Spread Analysis and Marketing Pattern of Fruits and Vegetables
Authors: Bhat Anil
Published: August 2023

1  Background of The Study,  2. Literature Review,   3. Materials and Methods,  4. Price Spread Analysis, Marketing Pattern and Potential,Assessment of Agricultural Diversification in Chenani Block of Udhampur District, References, Annexure
Competitive Seed Science Technology
Authors: Vanangamudi K.
Published: August 2023

Computer applications are gaining importance in recent times with the growth and development of electronic, communication, information technology and computer industry. The book is designed in such a way that it not only serves as comprehensive knowledge base, but also helps the readers in understanding the fundamentals of computer applications. The book also explains data analysis using Ms-Excel which gives opportunity to the students to analyze their statistical research data. Starting with an introductory chapter, the book goes to cover all topics of computers as well as use of statistical tools in solving the problems. First chapter gives an introduction to computers. This chapter provides an overview of anatomy, generation and classification of computers. In addition to this, it discusses about the personal computers, booting and viruses. Second chapter entitled “Operating Systems” describes about disk operating system and its commands. Chapter three discusses Working in Windows. Chapter four describes word processing and creating, saving, opening and editing a document. Besides formatting options has also been described in chapter four. Introduction to Ms-Excel and creating, editing and saving a document are explained in chapter five and chapter six. Chapter seven describes Mathematical Functions and their use in excel. The various features of data analysis using excel which deals with data analysis tools, tests, graphs and ANOVA along with illustrated examples are described in chapter eight and nine. The tenth chapter introduces the reader with Ms-Access database. Chapter number eleven gives the basic concepts of internet. Chapter number twelve discusses with pictures flow chart and algorithm.
Molecular Diagnostics: A Practical Manual
Authors: Singh Diwakar
Published: August 2023

This practical manual on molecular diagnostics is written to help the students and faculties who are doing practical of molecular biology, biochemistry and biotechnology. This practical manual covers the syllabus of ICAR as per 5th dean committee for B.Sc. This practical manual can also be used by the students of under graduate and post graduate of other streams of biological sciences. This manual explains step wise laboratory practical procedure for different experiments. This manual will also be helpful for those students and researchers who want to plan the experiment in molecular biology laboratory. The authors are also engaged in research and teaching in this area and having wide experience in molecular biology. In the end of each experiment some questions have been asked to solve by the students that will help in better understanding of the topic. This manual also contains set of objective questions related to the molecular diagnostics that will be very useful for their competitive exams and regular theoretical exams as well.
Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry: A Competitive Examination Book
Authors: Yashona Dharmendra Singh , Aher Satish Bhagwatrao
Published: August 2023

"The present book starts with the soil glossary followed by six main sections namely General Soil Information, Soil Fertility, Soil Microbiology, Soil Chemistry, Soil Physics and Pedology. The distinction in the sections would help students to be more specific toward the potential opportunity which would save their valuable time while preparing for their career. The book will be of immense use to the students who wish to make their career in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry field."
Socio-Cultural Aspects of Cyber Spatial Interactions
Authors: Panda Snehaprava
Published: August 2023

Snehaprava Panda Assistant Professor and Head,Department of English, S.K.C.G Autonomous College Paralakhemundi, Gajapati, Odisha
Literature Review: The Role of Cytokines in the Oral Cavity of Diabetics
Authors: Najmi Nuroh , Kuswandani Faisal , Rafisa Anggun , Balafif Felisha Febriane
Published: August 2023

Diabetes is a chronic inflammation and can affect various organs, one of which is oral health. The oral cavity in diabetic patients has several symptoms, some of them are dry mouth, periodontal disease, gingivitis, and others. The immune system is a very complex body defense, and provides a variety of responses. The response can be through innate or adaptive immunity. Scientific advances have revealed a wealth of information about the numerous types of cytokines that contribute to this response. Cytokines are small protein molecules secreted by cells that have a specific influence on cell contacts and communication. Some researchers explained that there are several mechanisms of action in diabetes such as the role of macrophages, cytokines such as TNF-alpha, IL-1, IL-6, IL-10, and more. Besides that, diabetes can affect the rate of saliva resulting in various changes in other conditions in the oral cavity. Periodontal disease (PD) is one of the risk variables that can rise if the patient has diabetes, and it is the most common oral problem associated with diabetes. microbiome is another aspect that can contribute to changes in cytokine responses as well as other immunological factors. The relationship between diabetes and oral disease demands an increasing need to research to regulate both diseases and contribute to the advancement of oral medicine.
Perceptions of Poverty in Indian Society
Authors: Motwani Ameeta
Published: August 2023

Perceptions of different people in India with regard to various aspects of poverty (meaning, nature, causes, remedies, etc.) and their attitudes towards the poor is an underexplored area in academic literature. Based on fieldwork and observations spanning over two decades, this essay presents an analysis of people’s perceptions of poverty in India. The study finds that ‘Location’ (geographical – rural/urban and class – poor/nonpoor) is an important influencer of perceptions. The essay describes the differences between perceptions of rural vs. urban residents and poor vs. non-poor relating to wellbeing and status as well as perceived causes of and solutions to poverty and ‘Poverty Alleviation Programs’ using narratives as illustrations. The insights from interactions with the development community are presented alongside that of others who are not directly engaged in welfare programs. Nature of work/occupation; Exposure to the daily lives of poor people; Family values and beliefs; Academic subjects studied and Level of education; Gender etc. are identified as the factors influencing the perceptions of people.
Non-Verbal Language Contributing to Stigma towards Involuntary Childless Women in the Gikùyù Community, Kenya
Authors: Gitu Pamela Mukami , Rutere Albert , Khasandi Vicky
Published: August 2023

Putting women in a position where motherhood is associated with womanhood has led to stigma towards women who are involuntary childless. They are viewed as outsiders and language is used to advance the ideologies that justify their discrimination. Language has had a significant role in stigmatising and stereotyping childless people. Non-verbal communication, in addition to spoken discourses, which are frequently used in the stigma, is quite important. Nonverbal language communicates our unconscious ideas, feelings, and hidden beliefs. The context of the situation is created by the nonverbal cues. Women are subjected to extremely severe linguistic stigma through nonverbal communication. The paper's main focus was on nonverbal linguistic expressions that spread stigma towards involuntary childless women. The work was informed by Fairclough and Van Dijk's Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). According to CDA, grammar, vocabulary, and semantics should not be analysed separately. Instead, their roles are more important and should not be disregarded. The study set out to evaluate and investigate the linguistic stigma that involuntary childless women experience. The study used a purposive sampling technique to pick communities in Tetu sub-county of Nyeri County. These were the villages: Ihithe, Ihῠrῠrῠ, Mῠthὶnga and Kangaita. Focus group discussions (FGDs) and interviews supplemented by an audio recorder were used in the study to collect data. For the FGD, twenty involuntarily childless women participated as respondents. The study will be important in shedding light on important facts about the discourses used to spread linguistic stigma and how it is done. Most importantly, the results of the study will help the general public in understanding infertility concerns and discourage them from using discursive discourses to spread stereotypes about childless women. According to the study, just as vocal language, non-verbal language is used in the infertility discourse as a tool to stigmatitise the involuntary childless women.
Analytical Solution of the Schrödinger Equation with an Exponential Type Mass Depending on the Spatial Variable
Authors: Diouf Edouard
Published: August 2023

In the present work, we proceed to study the Schrödinger equation with dependent mass position. From the resulting partial differential equations, we obtain exact analytical solutions governed by Bessel functions. The exact solution of Schrödinger's equation for a particle with dependent position of the mass (PDM) is a "half-harmonic potential" defined in a Hilbert space. The harmonic oscillator is carried by the wave function ψ(x) through the Bessel function. The magnitude of ψ(x) increases dramatically as the values of the spatial coordinate become larger and larger. This growth is all the more marked as the mass parameter increases. It appears that the wave function has the same asymptotic behavior as the solution of Airy's equation of the second kind. Their oscillations have the same amplitudes near infinity. The mass parameter has a great importance and influence on the mass and also on the wave potential. It is a control parameter in the Schrödinger equations (PDM).
The Policy Performance Evaluation of Tanjung Selor’s New Independent City Development, North Kalimantan
Authors: Setiawan Tomi , Mamuja Datu Damsir , Afrillia Renny , Samith M. Farras
Published: August 2023

This paper aims to describe and explain the policy performance evaluation of Tanjung Selor’s new independent city development. New city development is a systematic process and must pay attention to supporting aspects at all stages of development. A new city development policy is important in solving urban problems and encouraging the level of urban development. The research method used is qualitative, with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques in this research include literature studies, interviews, and field observations. The factual findings of this research are explained through input, process, output, and outcome indicators. Based on input indicators, budget, and human resource limitations constrain Tanjung Selor’s new independent city development. Then the process indicators regarding the development of Tanjung Selor's new independent city have also not been carried out effectively. While the output indicator is that the ministry's performance is not following prevailing regulations. And finally, on the outcomes indicator, Tanjung Selor’s new independent city development is aimed at fulfilling facilities and infrastructure by rejuvenating the old city. In conclusion, the performance of Tanjung Selor’s new independent city development policy has not been running as a whole and is still partial, besides that there are still several obstacles that must be improved, especially in terms of budget and human resources.
Management of Oral Thrush in an Infant with Cleft Lip and Palate (A Case Report)
Authors: Nur’aeny Nanan , Widiasta Ahmedz
Published: August 2023

Oral candidiasis is the most common human fungal infection seen with a wide range of carrier rates ranging from 2% to as high as 95% among various age groups, especially in children and the elderly, often found in immunocompromised individuals but can also occur in healthy individuals. Although considered a pathogen, Candida albicans is a commensal organism that usually colonizes the oral mucosa and is isolated in the oral cavity of healthy individuals. Several risk factors for oral candidiasis in cleft lip and palate patients include changes in oral microflora, variations in hard and soft tissue anatomy, immunocompromised state, and high number of frequent hospitalizations. Candida albicans adhering to the oral cavity can be a cause of infection, however, removal of adherent candida cells from the mucosal surface through the effects of salivary flow and swallowing is the most important factor in preventing candida overgrowth. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the management of oral thrush in infant with cleft lip and palate.
Phytochemical Study and in Vitro Test of the Activity of Total Extracts of Cissampelos Mucronata (Menispermaceae) Leaves on Plasmodia Falciparum
Authors: Byumanine Ntabaza Jean Roger , Mwaty Bwami Musombwa , Irenge Mitima Honoré , Mbwine Matorshe , Mayunga Daniel Kwibe , Shungu Frank Shango , Fidèline Nabintu Tchombe , Wimba Kayange Louisette
Published: August 2023

Objectives: The objectives of the present work were to carry out a phytochemical and pharmacological study of total extracts of Cissampelos mucronata (Menispermaceae) leaves on Plasmodium falciparum. Methods: To achieve this we: harvested and dried the plant's leaves, and carried out phytochemical screening to detect the chemical substances contained in the plant; performed a chromatographic analysis to study the similarity of the chemical structures of these substances with modern antimalarial drugs; tested the in vitro antimalarial activity of extracts from this plant against modern antimalarial drugs: quinine, L-artem and Doxycycline. Results: The results obtained revealed that: the leaves of the Cissampelos mucronata plant (Menispermaceae) contain all the substances we're looking for, but at different levels; some of the active ingredients found in these leaves have chemical structures similar to those of the above-mentioned modern antimalarials, while others do not. Anti-malarial test confirms plant's activity against Plasmodim falciparum. Conclusion: alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, at 50%, terpenoids, lipoids, have a high concentration of active principle; saponins, phenols, terpenoids, are at 30%; steroids and quinones are at 20%. For thin-layer chromatology (TLC): In the aqueous extract of Cissampelos micronata(Menuspermaceae, there is one spot with a retention coefficient (Rf) equal to that of L-artm 0.9 and contains 5 different Rf spots; this means that the plant contains a single substance with a chemical structure similar to that of strong L-artm ; In the ethanolic extract of this plant, there is no substance with the same chemical structure as the antimalarial drugs in common use in the environment where they are used. Similarly, the ethanolic extract and the aqueous extract contain certain substances with the same chemical structure. In this plant, there is no active ingredient with the same chemical structure as doxycycline and cyprofloxacin. This has led us to conclude that the leaves of Cissampelos mucronata (Menispermaceae) need to be used by people in and around South Kivu province to treat malaria, but with caution, as the pharmaco-vigilance of this plant has not yet been elucidated.
Assessment of Public Awareness on Cyber Complexity when Using of Social Media Platforms in Tanzania: A Case of Kigamboni Municipality
Authors: Mkoweka Wilbert M.
Published: August 2023

The study was conducted at Kigamboni Municipal to assess the public awareness on cyber complexity when using social media platforms. Specifically the study was interested to determine the level of public awareness of various cyber complexities and risks associated with using social media platforms, to examine the ways used by the government and other stakeholders in creating public awareness on cyber complexity when using social media platforms, and to understand the attitude and perceptions of the public towards cyber complexities in social media use. The study collected information from a number of 100 respondents who were selected through random and purposive sampling techniques. Interview and questionnaires were used as tools for data collection. The study revealed that respondents were in majority using social media platforms and Instagram was the most social media platforms used. The study revealed that most of respondents were not knowledgeable about cyber bullying and its associated laws and policies. The study also revealed that there was little effort conducted by the government and other stakeholder in conducting campaigns aiming at creating awareness about cyber-crimes associated with social media platforms. The study was interested is finding out measures that could be used taken to improve public awareness on cyber complexity when using social media. a large number of respondents proposed the need for conducting education in schools and higher learning institution.. Unless the government furnish many efforts in introducing the proper use of social media in school curricula in all schools and higher learning institutions still the efforts done by the police is minimal compared to the influence of social media.
Assessing the Impact of Microservices Architecture on Software Maintainability and Scalability
Authors: Thatikonda Vamsi Krishna
Published: August 2023

This evaluation delves into the influence of Microservices Architecture (MSA) on crucial factors like software maintainability and scalability, which are vital in today's software development. Exploring MSA's features and benefits reveals how it streamlines bug tracking, improves system comprehension, increases testability, enables independent scaling of services, and optimizes resource utilization. The assessment also identifies potential obstacles, including distribution challenges, communication overhead, network delays, and data consistency. Renowned organizations like Amazon and Netflix have provided real-life scenarios with significant evidence of MSA's practicality and limitations. Though MSA's importance in building durable, scalable systems is underlined, the evaluation also stresses the need for solid design principles, practical management approaches, and constant refinement of procedures.
Advances in Molecular Techniques for Developing Drought-Tolerant Maize (Zea Mays L.)
Authors: Wendwessen Talefe
Published: August 2023

Drought is one of the major limiting factors in maize (Zea mays L.) production, causing significant yield losses globally. Breeding for drought tolerance has been a key strategy in increasing maize yield in drought-prone areas. The use of molecular methods in maize breeding has facilitated the identification of genes and quantitative trait loci (QTL) associated with drought tolerance. This review summarizes the progress made in using molecular methods to identify and utilize genetic improvements in drought-tolerant maize. It covers various molecular methods used in identifying drought tolerance genes and QTLs, and the application of these findings in marker-assisted selection (MAS) and genomic selection (GS). The review also highlights the potential of CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing to improve drought tolerance in maize.
Conducting Risk Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment in the Core Fund System Management at National Social Security Fund
Authors: Khamis Ahmadi , Casmir Respeckius
Published: August 2023

The study sought to analyse security risks and assess security vulnerabilities in the NSSF Core Fund System. The study employed descriptive survey design while the study population was 314 staff working at head office of NSSF. In addition to that, purposive and sampling techniques were used to select 89 who were members of sample size. In addition to that questionnaire and interview were used to solicit data from the respondents while data were analysed using descriptive and content analysis. The study found that security risks and vulnerabilities associated with the core fund system included cyber-attacks, disclosure of sensitive data and hardware failure, others said viruses, internal security threats and internal accidental threats. In the similar case, some said system administration errors. The study also indicated that existence of information security risks had been in different period of time depending on the type of such information security risks. The study concluded that enhancing information security in the Core Fund System utilized by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is crucial for safeguarding the data of both the staff and customers. This can be achieved by regularly updating the records of customers and staff members to ensure their information remains reliable. The increasing reliance on computers, mobile devices, and digitalization of business operations necessitates a knowledgeable manager who understands the vulnerabilities and threats to data and information assets. Such a manager can then develop strategies to mitigate risks and protect the organization's data and assets. The study recommended that it is important for organizations to continue providing training to their staff regarding security policies and guidelines for information systems. This will help raise awareness about security risks and allow for the evaluation of vulnerabilities in the NSSF Core Fund System. As a result, it is necessary to establish standards and guidelines that promote the adoption of best practices in information security, ultimately achieving a satisfactory and sufficient level of security.
Designing a Project Governance Framework for ICT Project Implementation in Public Sectors in Tanzania
Authors: Issa Hilal , Liana Dr Yustina , Mazana Mzomwe Yahya
Published: August 2023

This research study focuses on the implementation of ICT project governance in public sectors and aims to identify the challenges faced and provide recommendations for effective governance practices. Through data analysis and findings from various sources, including stakeholders' perspectives, the study identifies common challenges such as lack of stakeholder involvement, limited ICT literacy and awareness, resistance to change, finance issues, ICT policy and leadership, and the digital divide. Addressing these challenges is crucial for successful project governance implementation. The study proposes key principles to avoid project governance failure, including involving senior managers, prioritizing governance goals, assigning ownership and accountability, designing governance at multiple levels, providing transparency, and promoting continuous learning and education. These principles enhance decision-making, align projects with objectives, and foster a culture of improvement. The study also presents a validated project governance framework and recommends incorporating technical and non-technical challenges. Furthermore, recommendations are provided to enhance stakeholder involvement, promote ICT literacy and awareness, implement change management strategies, improve financial management, strengthen ICT policy and leadership, and bridge the digital divide. The research suggests further exploration through empirical studies, comparative case studies, longitudinal studies, cross-cultural investigations, examination of emerging technologies, and understanding stakeholder perspectives. By implementing these recommendations and conducting further research, public sectors can overcome challenges, improve governance practices, and enhance the success of ICT projects
Public Schools in Northern Kenya: Perceived Security and Teacher Turnover
Authors: Likoko Sarah , Wepuhkulu Risper
Published: August 2023

Despite efforts to improve teacher retention, turnover is still a problem in Kenya's northern public schools. However, the consistency and continuity of teaching and learning processes are hampered by teacher turnover. These experiences prompted this study to investigate perceived security and teacher turnover in the public schools in the Northern region of Kenya. The target population included 89 non native teachers from public schools in the Northen part of Kenya. A sample 29 teachers (non-native) were selected using snowball sampling method. To collect data from teachers a questionnaire was used. Weighted averages, percentages, means, standard deviations, correlation and linear regression were all used in the data analysis. The study concluded that the perceived security played a significant role in non-native teachers turnover in the Northern region of Kenya.
Employee Satisfaction and Retention in Kenyan Public Universities
Authors: Wepukhulu Risper , Likoko Sarah
Published: August 2023

Retention of human resources is vital in companies and institutions whose financial sustainability and survival in a competitive environment are dependent on scarce human and specialist capabilities. The employee is the most important resource because of how much they contribute to the performance and success of the company. When talented employees leave an organization, they leave a hole that can be expensive to fill and difficult to manage, which undermines institutional performance. The research design used in the study was ex post facto. 430 non-teaching employees from 4 public Universities were chosen for the study using simple random sampling. A questionnaire with closed-ended (Likert type scale 1–5) items was used to gather the data. With the aid of descriptive statistics, the data was analyzed. According to the study's findings, more satisfied employees would have little intentions to quit.
University Students and AIDS: Evaluation of HIV Self-Testing Acceptability and Willingness
Authors: Likoko Sarah , Makutsa Leunita
Published: August 2023

Given the high incidence of HIV among youth in Sub-Saharan Africa, it is critical to better understand the factors influencing HIV testing in this population; this is the first stage in the HIV treatment cascade. To reach the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets for eradicating AIDS by 2030, 95% of persons living with HIV (PLWHV) should be diagnosed, 95% of those diagnosed should be on antiretroviral medication (ART), and 95% of those on ART should be virally suppressed. Youth (ages 15-24) are less likely than adults (ages 25-49) to receive HIV testing, and they are disproportionately affected by HIV; in 2018, an estimated one-third of all new infections occurred in the 15-24 age group, with Africa accounting for 73% of new infections among youth. HIV self-testing (HIVST) has been found to be an acceptable technique of learning one's HIV status without danger of self or social harm, and may boost the uptake and frequency of testing for teenagers and those who are reluctant to test. The current study therefore, evaluated Kenyan University students' acceptability and willingness towards HIV self-testing (HIVST). The study sampled 250 students from 4 public Universities using simple random sampling method. Data was analyzed using frequencies and percentages. The study concluded that many University students choose HIV self-testing (HIVST) owing to stigma.
Analysis and Health Risk Evaluation of Aflatoxin B1 Levels in Groundnut (Arachis hypogea ) and Maize (Zea mays ) Samples from Wukari, Nigeria
Authors: Magomya Asabe Mercy , Mbatsav Timothy Orkashima
Published: August 2023

Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is a secondary fungal metabolite which is considered a public health concern worldwide due to its genotoxicity and carcinogenicity. In this study, we evaluated the levels and potential health effects of AFB1 in Groundnut and Maize samples from Wukari, Nigeria. Ten samples (each) of maize and groundnuts were collected randomly from local markets and analysed for AFB1. Our findings revealed the presence of AFB1 in all the samples investigated with concentrations ranging between 7.79 – 14.08 μg/kg in groundnuts and 1.48 -15.50 μg/kg in maize samples. Overall, 90% of the analysed samples contained aflatoxin B1 above the allowed limit of 5 μg/kg. The assessment of chronic exposure and probalistic health risk from consumption of AFB1 in the investigated food samples was done via chronic daily intake (CDI) and margin of exposure (MOE) evaluations. Obtained CDI values for groundnut ranged between 14.96 – 28.74 ng·kg−1 BW day−1 for children and 3.20 – 6.15 ng·kg−1 BW day−1 for adults while for maize the values were in the range of 5.38 – 56.42 ng·kg−1 BW day−1 for children and 1.15 – 12.09 ng·kg−1 BW day−1 for adults. MOE values ranged between 3.01 – 31.60 for children and 14.06 – 147.83 for adults. The obtained MOE values are by far lower that the recommended ≥10,000 value thus indicating high carcinogenic risks to consumers of the food items. There is need to create more awareness and interventions on aflatoxin contamination of food sources in Nigeria.
Políticas públicas de la gestión de almacenamiento de medicamentos en Hospitales públicos. Estudio de caso
Authors: Celis Panduro Paula Rosa
Published: August 2023

La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo, analizar las políticas públicas en la gestión de almacenamiento de medicamentos en hospitales públicos. El enfoque del estudio fue cualitativo. Los sujetos de estudio estuvieron compuestos por los trabajadores del almacén de medicamentos del Hospital Nacional Dos de Mayo del Perú. La herramienta que se aplicó para la recopilación de los datos fue una entrevista semiestructurada aplicada a 10 trabajadores. Esta investigación ha encontrado que las actuales políticas públicas farmacéuticas sufren diversos cambios y esto vulnera que se pueda asegurar el almacenamiento y disponibilidad de los medicamentos para los pacientes en el momento oportuno, sobre todo en situaciones de emergencia. Con relación a la gestión de los almacenes de medicamentos no reciben el presupuesto necesario y tampoco se cuenta con los recursos humanos necesarios que permitan cubrir las capacidades físicas y técnicas para una adecuada gestión. Asimismo, los productos del almacén especializado de medicamentos muchas veces no se encuentran en óptimas condiciones en el proceso de ingreso y salida de los productos, debido a que la infraestructura de varios hospitales de país se encuentra en condiciones no adecuadas para el almacenamiento de medicamentos. Esta investigación ha encontrado que existe una voluntad por el cumplimiento de la normatividad respecto a las BPA, sin embargo, las actuales características de infraestructura, tamaño, distribución y localización no permite que se apliquen de manera adecuada.
Impacto de la calidad del gasto público en el sector salud. Una revisión sistemática en el período 2020-2023
Authors: Mogollón Rosales Shirley Isabel , Cribilleros Rios Daniel Alfredo , Cruzado Vidal Rolando Ronald , Cuadra Alvarado Merly Fiorella
Published: August 2023

El presente artículo tuvo como objetivo llevar a cabo un análisis sistemático de la literatura científica relacionada con el impacto de la calidad del gasto público en el sector salud en diferentes escenarios en el lapso de tiempo del 2020-2023. Para ello, se realizó la búsqueda considerando el vocablo CALIDAD DEL GASTO PÚBLICO, por medio del uso de la plataforma Myloft, donde se pudo recopilar un total de 170 documentos. Se revisaron las fuentes bibliográficas en los bancos de datos de Scopus, Scielo, ProQuest, Web of Science. Dialnet. Se seleccionaron los artículos publicados en varios idiomas desde los años 2020 a 2023. Se analizaron los contenidos, con la finalidad de poder esquematizar los puntos fundamentales como: El papel del gobierno en relación con la calidad del gasto Público y la relación existente entre el gasto público y el sector salud. Los resultados de la revisión sistemática desarrollada, permiten concluir que existe un impacto significativo relacionado con la calidad del gasto público en el sector salud; lo que pone en evidencia que mientras se incremente la asignación de gasto público al sector salud, se tendrá un impacto de manera positiva sobre la situación real de los servicios de salud, que permitirá cumplir con los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible.
Capacitación en el Sector Público de Perú. Una revisión sistemática
Authors: Cuadra Alvarado Merly Fiorella , Cribilleros Rios Daniel Alfredo , Cruzado Vidal Rolando Ronald , Mogollón Rosales Shirley Isabel
Published: August 2023

La investigación tuvo como objetivo realizar una revisión de la literatura en bases de datos de revistas indexadas sobre la capacitación en el sector público de Perú en el período 2020-2022. La metodología empleada fue la revisión sistemática y las bases de datos consultados fueron Scopus y Scielo. Se aplicó la guía Prisma para la selección de estudios y Strobe para evaluar la calidad editorial y metodológica. La búsqueda se realizó utilizando palabras relacionadas al tema de investigación, entre ellas; “capacitación en el sector público” “gestión de la capacitación”. En la búsqueda inicial considerando la palabra “training in the public sector” se identificaron 7628 artículos científicos de los cuales se tamizaron 817 artículos que incluyeron la variable capacitación en el sector público en título o resumen, quedando excluidos 6758 artículos. Con base en la aplicación de criterios de inclusión y exclusión se seleccionaron 150 artículos que guardan relación directa con el tema de investigación y finalmente se meta-analizaron 57 publicaciones científicas. Los hallazgos de la revisión sistemática de los artículos seleccionados en las diferentes bases de datos, evidencian que todos los autores coinciden sobre la importancia de la gestión de la capacitación en el sector público. La gestión de la capacitación debe ser una política institucional de las entidades públicas. La gestión de la capacitación debe ser implementada y diseñada por cada una de las entidades y esta debe de gestionarse en funciones de los niveles y de los cargos, así como de las funciones que realiza el servidor dentro de la entidad.
Editorial
Authors: Barsky Osvaldo
Published: August 2023

En este número de Debate Universitario presentamos una variedad importante de artículos, tanto en materia temática como con relación al origen nacional, ya que además de los cuatro referidos a temas de la educación superior argentina, estamos publicando otros tres de Chile y Ecuador, que agregan una dimensión comparativa regional.
Diseño y validación de un instrumento para conocer motivaciones y causas de retraso en edad de jubilación de profesores universitarios chilenos
Authors: Sánchez Brkic Daniel , Mayor Ruiz Cristina
Published: August 2023

El objetivo del artículo es dar cuenta del proceso de construcción y validación de un instru- mento diseñado para conocer las motivaciones y causas por las cuales los académicos uni- versitarios en Chile, habiéndose pensionado o no, retrasan el inicio de la etapa de jubilación. Para estos efectos se construyó un cuestionario compuesto por 62 ítems, agrupados en siete sub-dimensiones. Dicho cuestionario ha sido respondido por 94 académicos universitarios entre 55 y 74 años, de 18 universidades en 7 regiones del país. Dentro del proceso de validación se realizó análisis factorial exploratorio, arrojando 5 factores que explican el retraso del proceso de jubilación. Los resultados de consistencia se obtuvieron mediante coeficientes Alfa de Cronbach y KR-20, arrojando una confiabilidad de 0.70. Se puede concluir que el instrumento resulta ser válido y confiable. Los resultados permiten disponer de un instrumento para conocer las moti- vaciones y causas por las cuales los académicos universitarios chilenos estarían retrasando su etapa de jubilación. Se puede concluir que dicho retraso obedece principalmente a factores vocacionales, económicos y legales.
Nietzsche e a ideia do professor como um “mal necessário”
Authors: Da Silva Djalma Lopes
Published: August 2023

O objetivo deste artigo é expor a crítica de Nietzsche aos estabelecimentos de ensino de sua época, que, segundo ele, eram espaços onde predominava uma educação que formava apenas para o funcionalismo e para o lucro, o que poderia sufocar a possibilidade de uma educação voltada para a “verdadeira cultura”; bem como refletir sobre a afirmação feita por ele, no aforismo 282 de “O andarilho e sua sombra”, de que o professor seria um mal necessário.
O RESSENTIMENTO COMO OBSTÁCULO MORAL À EXPERIMENTAÇÃO DO LIMITE DE SI EM NIETZSCHE
Authors: Regattieri Luiza
Published: August 2023

Resumo: Este artigo buscará interrogar sobre o que constitui o poder do ressentimento, no que diz respeito ao afeto, enquanto perspectiva interpretadora e avaliadora das forças constitutivas da vida. Nesse sentido, será trabalhada a doutrina da vontade de poder e como ela se relaciona com o ressentimento. Será pensado, assim, como o ressentimento age e gera valores criando reativamente uma moral, chamada por Nietzsche em Genealogia da Moral de moral escrava. A partir disso, tentar-se-á entender como a produção dessa moral, ligada ao espírito de vingança, provoca um obstáculo à experimentação do limite de si. Palavras-chave: Nietzsche; ressentimento; limite de si; moral; espírito de vingança.
EDITORIAL
Authors: Trágica Revista
Published: August 2023

Editorial Vol.10 n.2
A FRANZ OVERBECK
Authors: Nietzsche Friedrich
Published: August 2023

Tradução de André MartinsTexto original: cartão postal enviado por Nietzsche a Franz Overbeck em 30 de julho de 1881.
EXPEDIENTE
Authors: Trágica Revista
Published: August 2023

Expediente Vol.10 n.2
FERNAND DELIGNY O AGIR NO LUGAR DO ESPÍRITO
Authors: Sévérac Pascal
Published: August 2023

Tradução de Adriana Barin de Azevedo e Guilherme Ivo
DELEUZE E GUATTARI: O GOSTO FILOSÓFICO
Authors: De Souza Elton Luiz Leite
Published: August 2023

Este artigo tematiza a presença de uma faculdade originalíssima, problemática, evocada por Deleuze e Guattari: a faculdade do gosto. Um nome parece estar implicado nessa questão: Kant. Mas por que Kant? No theatrum philosoficum1 de Deleuze e Guattari, o filósofo alemão também atua como um personagem, um personagem conceitual. Porém, lembram os autores, os personagens conceituais não são apenas simpáticos, há também os “antipáticos”. Kant talvez seja o maior personagem antipático de Deleuze.
Editorial
Authors: Amorim Wellington Lima
Published: August 2023

Apresentação da edição.
Psicologia trágica e afirmação da existência em Nietzsche
Authors: Amorim Wellington Lima , De Melo Roberta Soares
Published: August 2023

Com o advento da Modernidade, a incerteza e a dúvida, passaram a ganhar importância no processo de conhecimento humano. Este estudo busca analisar como a modernidade tentou afastar a dúvida, incerteza e o erro, adoecendo o homem. Logo, tentar-se-á apresentar uma possível psicologia trágica em Nietzsche e um caminho para a superação e transvaloração dos valores decadentes do homem na afirmação da existência.With the advent of modernity, uncertainty and doubt began to gain importance in human knowledge process. This study seeks to examine how modernity tried to keep the doubt, uncertainty and error, sick man. Soon, will try to present a possible tragic psychology in Nietzsche and a path to overcoming and revaluation of declining values of man in the affirmation of existence.
DE UMA TRAGICIDADE DA FILOSOFIA: vontade de poder, vontade de verdade e interpretação
Authors: Melo Eder David De Freitas
Published: August 2023

Nietzsche, no final do §25 de Além do bem e do mal, aventa que toda filosofia foi, em seu surgimento, uma longa tragédia. Neste texto proponho uma interpretação para essa afirmação na qual o sentido trágico atribuído à filosofia está ligado à busca dos filósofos pela verdade, a qual é caracterizada por Nietzsche como vontade de verdade. Para tanto, o norte conceitual será a noção de vontade de poder entendida como processo intrinsecamente agonístico-interpretativo, constituidor de sentido e domínio, e a relação dessa noção com outras duas caras à concepção de tragédia que veremos aqui, quais sejam: hybris e prudência.Nietzsche, at the end of §25 of Beyond good and evil, clams that every philosophy was in its inception a long tragedy. I propose in this paper an interpretation for this sentence whereupon the tragic sense of philosophy link to the philosophical looking-for the truth, which is appointed as will to truth by Nietzsche. Therefore, the rudder will be the notion of will to power understood as an intrinsically agonistic-interpretive process, design of meaning and domain, and the relation of this notion with the two important other to conception of tragedy that we will see here, namely: hybris and prudence.