bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ongenital Medullary Malformations and Urinary Disorders: The Contribution of Urodynamic Assessment in the Diagnostic, Prognostic and Theurapeutic Approach in the Light of Recommendations and The Literature
Authors: Juvenal Kwizera , Aymeric Agbakou , Amine Lakmichi Mohamed , Zakaria Dahami , Ismail Sarf
Published: March 2024

Congenital medullary malformations or spinal dysraphisms are anomalies in the closure of the neural tube affecting the spinal column and the spinal cord. The cause is usually multifactorial. The main cause of morbidity and mortality in these children is renal deterioration. This is the main cause of neurological bladder in children. Urinary management must begin early, from the neonatal period, with the aim of preserving the urinary tract and renal function, as vesico-sphincter imbalance is the cause of renal deterioration and may therefore be life-threatening for these children. Urodynamic investigation is the key examination for analysing the functioning of the lower urinary tract and proposing a course of treatment based on the mechanisms of vesicosphincter dysfunction. There are still very few publications on urodynamics in children. Although urodynamic exploration techniques differ little from those used in adults, the pathophysiology of bladder and bowel function in infants is specific to this age group. This article reviews the literature to demonstrate the value of urodynamic testing in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary disorders in congenital medullary malformations.
Diaphragmatic Trauma About 14 Cases
Authors: Yila Armandaind , Nebgui Abdelatif , Izaabel Reda , Boulatar Mohamed , Ahbala Tariq , Rabbani Khalid , Louzi Abdelouahed
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Traumatic injury or rupture of the diaphragm is a rare consequence of thoracic and abdominal trauma. The aim of this study was to determine the epidemiological profile, the etiological mechanisms, the elements of the diagnosis, as well as the therapeutic modalities. Patients and Methods: This was a retrospective study carried out in the visceral surgery department of the Mohammed VI University Hospital of Marrakech over a period of 5 years between January 2017 and December 2022. Epidemiological parameters, clinical characteristics, treatment and prognosis of patients operated for diaphragm trauma were studied. Results: Fourteen patients with diaphragmatic trauma were operated on. Road accidents were the most representative etiological mechanism with 71% of cases (10 cases out of 14), including cars, motorcycles and pedestrians, For the remaining 4 cases, the rupture occurred following falls with basithoracic reception in 2 cases and following a thoraco-abdominal penetrating wound in 2 cases. The rupture involved the left diaphragmatic dome in eight cases, the right dome in four cases and it was bilateral in two patients. The diagnosis was confirmed in pre-operation by different imaging techniques, in particular computed tomography and in two cases by MRI. Essentially by the median route, treatment consisted of closure of the diaphragmatic breach by simple sutures and in some patients, the use of prosthetic equipment was indicated. Conclusion: Diaphragmatic ruptures occupy a special place in traumatology. They are evidence of severe trauma. They are sometimes unrecognized, either because of dominant associated lesions or because of the povertý of clinical signs and the low sensitivitý of common paraclinical examinations.
Oral Verrucous Carcinoma: Case Report
Authors: Olaya Hamidi , Hassene Zeine Abidine Baba , Bouchra Pr Dani , Malik Pr Boulaadas
Published: March 2024

Verrucous carcinoma is usually considered a low-grade variant of squamous cell carcinoma. Our case is a 56-year-old woman presented to our department of maxillofacial surgery of Ibn Sina hospital in Rabat with a budding lesion of the upper lip evolving 2 years ago. The diagnosis retained was that of well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma of the verrucous type with infiltration of the chorion. The therapeutic decision was to perform a surgical excision with a safety margin of 1 cm followed by suturing of the defect and commissuroplasty. Its diagnosis is based on clinical and histological features. The treatment is not well codified. Surgery remains the treatment of choice.
Corrigenda to a ‘Dance for a princess’
Authors: Gerven Oei Vincent W. J. van
Published: March 2024

In this brief note, I ofer correctionsto two interpretations from the editio princeps of a series of legends on a painting in room 5 in the Southwest Annex of the Monastery on Kom H in Dongola.
ABORDAGEM INTERDISCIPLINAR NO MANEJO DE PACIENTES COM CRISES CONVULSIVAS RECORRENTES
Authors: Barbosa Thamyres Maria Silva , Sá Adriana Siqueira de , Maslinkiewicaz Alexandre , Miranda Maria Eduarda Gomes de , Branco Stefany Medeiros Castello , Franco Thiago Leonel , Silva Isadora Camapum Bringel e , Silva Maria Karoliny dos Santos , Turola Ana Carolina de Magalhães Leite , Alves João Manoel Guilherme , Barros Carlos Antônio Silva de , Silva Flaene Sousa da
Published: March 2024

Este artigo aborda a questão das crises convulsivas e da epilepsia desde os tempos antigos até os dias atuais, destacando a evolução do entendimento dessas condições e os desafios persistentes no seu manejo e tratamento. Ao longo dos séculos, os avanços na medicina permitiram uma compreensão mais clara das crises convulsivas, desmistificando interpretações antigas e destacando sua natureza neurológica. No entanto, persistem desafios significativos na abordagem dessas condições, especialmente no contexto da abordagem interdisciplinar necessária para fornecer um cuidado abrangente e integrado aos pacientes. Trata-se de uma revisão narrativa de literatura como metodologia de pesquisa, visando aprofundar a compreensão do estado atual do conhecimento sobre a abordagem interdisciplinar no manejo de pacientes com crises convulsivas. A pesquisa foi conduzida através de diversas bases de dados, incluindo periódicos científicos, livros e outros recursos importantes relacionados ao campo da saúde e da neurologia. Para a seleção dos estudos incluídos nesta revisão, foram estabelecidos critérios de inclusão que consideraram a relevância dos artigos para o objetivo da pesquisa, a qualidade metodológica dos estudos e a atualidade das publicações. Após a identificação dos estudos relevantes, foi realizada uma análise crítica e uma síntese dos principais achados, destacando as abordagens interdisciplinares mais eficazes no manejo das crises convulsivas. Essa análise incluiu a avaliação da eficácia de diferentes intervenções, a identificação de lacunas no conhecimento e a discussão de desafios e oportunidades para a prática clínica e a pesquisa futura. Os resultados e discussão destacaram a contextualização das crises convulsivas e a sua origem como também sua etiologia , dificuldades, estimativas e abordagem interdisciplinar, visando a garantia de uma assistencia adequada aos pacientes acometidos por essa enfermidade.
A primeira década do curso de Licenciatura em Física da Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro (2009 - 2018): um olhar reflexivo para a evasão na dimensão socioacadêmica
Authors: Cassiano Gabriel Moreira , Bovolenta Ovigli Daniel Fernando , Colombo Junior Pedro Donizete
Published: March 2024

A formação de professores tem sido uma temática recorrente entre as discussões no campo da educação. Em particular, a formação do professor de Física se destaca quando consideramos a demanda por este profissional em contraposição ao reduzido número de formados, em parte explicado pela evasão e suas questões de ordem socioeconômica e acadêmica. Com base nestes pressupostos esta pesquisa teve como objetivo traçar um panorama da primeira década do curso de Graduação em Física – Licenciatura (GFL), ofertado pela Universidade Federal do Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM) na cidade de Uberaba, Minas Gerais. Foi realizada uma pesquisa documental exploratória, com abordagem quantitativa, em que buscamos levantar o número de ingressantes, egressos e evadidos do curso desde seu início no ano de 2009 até seu primeiro decênio, em 2018. Dentre os resultados, destaca-se que o número de formandos por semestre é extremamente baixo quando comparado com os ingressantes, além da sub-representatividade das mulheres na Física. Este fato salienta a elevada evasão enfrentada no período considerado e, a urgência de políticas públicas e ações internas institucionalizadas para este enfrentamento, ademais das condições que favorecem a permanência de modo a possibilitar a conclusão do curso com êxito.
RETINOBLASTOMA: ASPECTOS GENÉTICOS, DIAGNÓSTICOS E TERAPÊUTICOS DE UM TUMOR OCULAR PEDIÁTRICO
Authors: Cabral Ayara Almeida Souza , Albuquerque Marlene Almeida de , Vieira Antonio Hecktor Rodrigues , Pinheiro Antônio José Araújo , Castro Isadora Moulin Lima Rezende de , Rodrigues Francisco Danilo , Silva Diego Rodrigues da , Santos Miguel de Sousa , Aragão Verônica Dias , Lopes Germana Braga , Oliveira Xênia Maria Fideles Leite de , Lima Antônia Valdiana Silva
Published: March 2024

Introdução: O retinoblastoma é uma patologia maligna ocular que se origina nas células da retina, a camada sensível à luz que reveste o fundo do olho. Se não for diagnosticado e tratado a tempo, o retinoblastoma pode levar à morte ou à perda da visão, pois o tumor pode crescer e invadir outras partes do globo ocular e do corpo. Apesar de, a causa exata do retinoblastoma seja desconhecida, alguns estudos sugerem que há uma ligeira tendência de ocorrer mais em meninos do que em meninas, mas essa diferença não é significativa nem influencia as características clínicas da doença. Objetiva-se, analisar e descrever a neoplasia retinoblastoma e seus aspectos genéticos, diagnósticos e terapêuticos. Metodologia: Refere-se a uma revisão da literatura, onde as buscas ocorreram nos bancos de dados: Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde e Scielo, artigos no período de 2017 a 2024. Resultados e Discussão: Nas buscas sobrevieram 10 artigos elegíveis para a amostra final do estudo. O retinoblastoma é um câncer que se forma na retina, a camada de células sensíveis à luz que reveste o fundo do olho. A causa principal é a mutação no gene RB1, que controla o crescimento celular. O diagnóstico é feito pelo teste do olhinho, que verifica o reflexo vermelho na pupila, ou por exames de imagem, que mostram as calcificações no tumor. A biópsia é contraindicada, pois pode espalhar o câncer, o tratamento é complexo e envolve uma equipe multidisciplinar de especialistas. O SUS oferece atendimento gratuito e integral aos casos de retinoblastoma, além disso, o diagnóstico precoce é essencial para o sucesso do tratamento e a prevenção da cegueira infantil. Considerações finais: Para melhorar o prognóstico e a qualidade de vida dos pacientes com retinoblastoma, são necessárias ações que visem aprimorar o diagnóstico precoce, a preservação da visão, a educação em saúde, o apoio psicossocial e a divulgação dos sinais e sintomas da doença, bem como dos avanços científicos e tecnológicos na área. A conscientização e a mobilização da sociedade são fundamentais para combater esse tipo de câncer ocular infantil.
The Influence of Electronic Word of Mouth, Social Media, and Lifestyle on Purchasing Decisions on Gembong Gedhe’s Bread in Surakarta City
Authors: Shuwaifi Ahmad , Suswadi  , Prasetyo Agung
Published: March 2024

Many things can influence consumers before making a purchase at the kingpin bakery Gedhe , including electronic word of mouth, social media, and lifestyle. Study This aims to determine the influence of electronic word of mouth and media social, and lifestyle on purchasing decisions at the Roti Gembong Gedhe shop by students in Surakarta City. The research method is descriptive and analytical. Data used data primary and secondary data. The research sample is 100 respondents with a population students in Surakarta City. The analytical method used is analysis multiple linear regression. The research results show the characteristics of the most respondents is a woman amounting to 64% , with the majority of income amounting to not enough from IDR 1,500,000 per month . The majority of respondents made purchases at the Gembong Gedhe bakery 1 time by 32% and There are 15% who actively follow Roti Gembong Gedhe's Instagram . A total of 91% of respondents are also actively involved in reading reviews and comments online with an intensity of 1-3 times a day. Results of multiple linear regression analysis shows that the three independent variables are electronic word of mouth, social media and lifestyle together have a very real influence on purchasing decisions at the Gembong Gedhe Bakery partially there are 2 independent variables that have a very real influence on purchasing decisions at the Gembong Gedhe bakery that are Social media variables (x2) and Lifestyle variables (x3) . The suggestion from this research is that Roti Gembong Gedhe prioritizes it’s social media , so you can develop the Gembong Gedhe bread account from various platforms in line with societal trends . Gembong Gedhe bakery can also develop customized products  with the lifestyle of consumers which targeted by the Gembong Gedhe bakery . It is hoped that further research can expand the area research and expanding research objects
Arhimandritul Gherasim Iscu – mărturisitor și mucenic creștin ortodox în închisorile regimului comunist. Evocare la 110 ani de la naștere (1912-2022)/Archimandrite Gherasim Iscu – Orthodox Christian confessor and martyr in the prisons of the communist regime. Evocation on the 110th Birth Anniversary (1912-2022)
Authors: Beldiman Corneliu
Published: March 2024

Grigore Iscu was born on 21st of January 1912 in Poduri village, Bacău County. In 1924, he was chosen for the Orthodox faith as novice at Bogdana Monastery (Bacău County). During 1925-1942 he attended theological courses at high school and university. He was accepted as a monk at Tismana Monastery in 1932. He was ordained as hierodeacon and hieromonk. He became an abbot at Arnota Monastery (1937-1939) and was a librarian and an accountant at Cernica Monastery (1939-1941). During 1943-1945 he was a missionary priest of the Romanian Orthodox Church in Transnistria Region, protosyngellos and exarch of the monasteries from Oltenia Eparchy and an abbot of Tismana Monastery (1945-1948). He was a priest with an exceptional academic background and a very good administrator, with moral integrity and Christian awareness, he was much appreciated by the believers. He supported the National Anti-Communist Resistance Movement from Oltenia which was led by Ioan Carlaonț and Radu Ciuceanu. They intended to organise a logistic point of the Movement at Tismana Monastery, being in contact with several members of Craiova Resistance group. Gherasim Iscu was arrested by Securitate members at 26th of September 1948 and he started his martyrdom. He was subject of repeated hard violence during inquiry, then he was tried by Craiova Military Court and sentenced to ten years of hard prison for his activity within National Anti-Communist Resistance Movement from Oltenia (14th of June 1949). He was kept in detention at Craiova, Aiud prisons and The Danube-Black Sea Canal (Poarta Albă/White Gate) work camp where he was subjected an re-education regime based on extreme violence and torture. In these inhuman conditions he became very ill, being transferred to Târgu-Ocna prison hospital. He resisted to extermination regime and to investigations which also implied tortures, preaching the Christian-Orthodox faith and encouraging his suffering brothers. In 1951, on Christmas Night, after he confessed and offered the Holy Communion to a prisoner who had previously been his persecutor at Poarta Albă work camp, the protosyngellos Gherasim Iscu has gone to Heaven. In 2021, he was proposed to be sanctified by The Romanian Orthodox Church.
Teachers’ Experiences and Self-Assessment in Teaching Biology in Senior High School in the Philippines
Authors: Pinuela Myla Fe G.
Published: March 2024

In support of the various studies for the ongoing Philippine Senior High School(SHS) curriculum, Analysis phase of the analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation (ADDIE) model of instructional design is presented in this study. The main objective is to evaluate biology teachers’ experiences and self-assessment in  teaching Biology II in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) Track of the K12 Basic Education Program during its first two years of implementation 2016-2017 and 2017-2018(face to face )in Iloilo Province, Philippines. A descriptive survey using a questionnaire from the K12 Science Curriculum composed of two parts: biology II complex topics, and biology teachers’ self-assessments.  Five Biology experts from Western Visayas, Philippines, were asked to evaluate the researcher made survey instruments. Mean and standard deviation were employed to interpret the collected data using SPSS version 21. The results showed that the four primary areas of complex knowledge were Systematic Based on Evolutionary Relationships, Evolution and Origin of Biodiversity, Organismal Biology, and Genetics. According to rank, the most challenging topic was “Systematic Based on Evolutionary Relationship,” and the easiest was “Genetics.” On the self-assessment of Biology teachers, all topics were in “Moderate Mastery,” and Genetics was “High Mastery.” Also, a significant relationship between the content topic difficulty and Biology teachers’ mastery level. The findings show no relationship between self-assessed knowledge and self-assessed skills of Biology Teachers. Proper training and encouraging teachers for professional development is a must. Teachers must be trained to teach Biology II, become effective and efficient through professional development. Also, the national government should assess the implementation of the new curriculum based on the experts' recommendations. Thus, this study recommends encouraging SHS teachers to take graduate studies aligned with their undergraduate program to master the area of specialization. The national government must support scholarship programs in STEM for biology educators.. 

 

Received: 29 September 2023 / Accepted: 25 January 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Comparative Analysis of History Teaching in Albania and Kosovo: Council of Europe Recommendations for History 9
Authors: Duro Çlirim , Kreka Alba , Bezeraj Selim , Boccolini Alessandro
Published: March 2024

History teaching is particularly important to increase intercultural dialogue between people who live in different countries. History textbooks should reveal history in all its complexity, promoting democratic values, tolerance, and cooperation for a better future, without creating prejudice or negative visions of others. This research is focused on history teaching referring to the recommendations of Council of Europe (COE) and their implementation in Albania and Kosovo curricula. The method used in this research integrates both qualitative and quantitative analysis referring to the content of history textbooks in a comparative approach. We used a questionnaire to understand teachers' feelings about COE recommendations and if they are implemented in history texts. Referring to the results, the recommendations of COE are not fully reflected even though they are mentioned in pre-university’ curricula framework. Meanwhile, the questionnaire submitted by the teachers shows to what extent they know the COE recommendations and how much these recommendations develop student’s competencies. 

 

Received: 15 September 2023 / Accepted: 28 February 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Diversification Versus Segmentation and Integration in Financial Markets
Authors: - Intissar GRISSA , - Ezzeddine Abaoub
Published: March 2024

This article examines the integration/segmentation between developed and emerging markets and its implications on the gains generated by international diversification. Both theoretical and empirical studies agree on the benefits of international diversification in terms of reducing total risk and increasing portfolio returns, showing that the gains from international diversification are superior to domestic diversification. However, the effectiveness of this strategy remains contingent on the level of market integration. Indeed, when markets are financially and economically integrated, potential gains will be low or even nonexistent. Conversely, when markets are segmented, gains will be significant.
The sample for our empirical analysis consists of thirty-five financial markets: nineteen markets in Europe and Central Asia, nine markets in East Asia and the Pacific, four markets in Latin America and the Caribbean, and two markets in North America. These countries are classified according to the World Bank. The study covers the period from 01/2006 to 12/2022. Our results show that the gains from international diversification, are statistically and economically significant for all countries in the sample.
Enhancing Fraud Detection in Financial Statements with Deep Learning: An Audit Perspective
Authors: - Intissar Grissa , - Ezzeddine Abaoub
Published: March 2024

Financial fraud persists as a formidable challenge, necessitating continuous audit innovations to uphold financial statement integrity. This study explores the application of Deep Learning (DL) techniques in bolstering fraud detection within financial audits. It emphasizes the pivotal role of audits in preserving trust and transparency in business. Highlighting the evolving nature of financial fraud, the study underscores the need for auditors to adapt to sophisticated schemes. An examination of DL methodologies reveals the potential of neural networks, anomaly detection, and predictive modeling in uncovering hidden fraudulent activities. The discourse encompasses data-driven strategies, model architectures, and tailored feature engineering. Real-world case studies demonstrate how DL-driven fraud detection enhances traditional methods by improving accuracy and reducing false positives. The study stresses the importance of continuous monitoring, proactive risk mitigation, and timely fraud prevention. Additionally, it addresses ethical and regulatory considerations, advocating for transparency and responsible AI practices in auditing. In conclusion, this study serves as a valuable resource for auditors and regulators, highlighting the transformative impact of DL in fortifying fraud detection and preserving financial reporting integrity.
Flood Susceptibility Assessment of Chandpur Sadar Upazila using Analytical Hierarchy Process and Frequency Ratio Model
Authors: - Asma Akther Popy , - Dr Md. Serajul Islam
Published: March 2024

Flood susceptibility is a critical aspect of natural hazard assessment and disaster risk reduction. The objective of this study find out flood risk zone of chandpur sadar upazila using the Flood frequency ratio (FFR) and Analytical hierarchy process (AHP). The article explore the complex idea of flood susceptibility, focusing on analytical techniques used. The integration of twelve spatial data layers, such as Sediment Transport Index (STI), elevation, Topographic Wetness Index (TWI), slope, aspect, Land Use Land Cover (LULC), soil type, rainfall patterns, Normalize Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), drainage density and distance from the river, is required for the assessment of flood vulnerability. A flood inventory map was buildup and using these methods, two vulnerability map was created, it was discovered that 60% & 48% of Chandpur's territory is categorized by very high to high risk zone. Flood has dangerous effect on livelihood. I was hoped that it will be a helpful study for researcher and people of this upazila will be benefited.
Solar Energy’s Importance and Role in Advancing Society
Authors: - PALLAVI SAHAY , - AVINASH KUMAR SINGH , - VIKASH KUMAR SINGH , - KRIPA SHANKER
Published: March 2024

The nation is facing energy crisis at faster rate. To meet this crisis, it is the prime need of the day to seek out an alternative source of energy. Conventional and non-conventional are the two sources for obtaining different types of energy. The conventional sources are fossil fuels such as gases, oils, coals, woods etc. and non-conventional sources are wind, bio-mass, ocean tides, geothermal and solar energy. More attempts are being applied to harness the solar energy by different technologies. This energy is available in vast amount and nonpolluting and harmless to the common creatures. The amount of solar energy received on the earth per sec is 1.353 KW/m2. This energy is converted into electrical energy by using dry and wet solar cells. The present paper deals with the characteristics of the solar cell which is the major candidate for converting solar energy.
Perimenopausal Stage: Perception, Benefit and Opinion of Husbands and Wives
Authors: - Kamini Prakash Rege , - Jennifer Robinson James
Published: March 2024

Perimenopause or "menopause transition": Can begin eight to 10 years before menopause, when the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen. Females are not expected to discuss about this topic as it is considered taboo in society. The current study is based on the perception of husband’s (47-58 years) and wives (40-55 years) regarding perimenopausal stage, regarding perimenopause, signs and symptoms, challenges or difficulties, benefits, experiences and treatments. Aims of the study were: [1] To ascertain perception of Husband’s (47-58 years) and Wives (40-55 years) regarding: a) meaning b) physical symptoms c) discussion among couples. [2] To identify benefits of perimenopausal stage as observed by Husband’s (47-58 years) and Wives (40-55 years): a) finding sex more physically comfortable. b) feeling relief about not being pregnant and not taking contraceptives c) seeking medical treatment d) remedies for reducing the symptoms. [3] To develop or design a brochure/pamphlet for better understanding and knowledge regarding perimenopausal stage. Research design was exploratory and snowball sampling was implemented with a total sample of 200 participants (100 Husbands and 100 Wives) using a self-constructed tool (5 open and 15 closed ended items). Results revealed, (61%) discuss the changes faced during perimenopausal stage with their spouse while (39%) do not discuss. (42%) Neither agree nor disagree while (3%) Strongly agree finding sex more physically comfortable after perimenopause.
Perceived Health Behaviors and Learning Needs of Patients with Myocardial Infarction
Authors: - Arathy.K. S , - K T Moly , - Regina Antony , - Anisha Vadakkepatt
Published: March 2024

Introduction: - Myocardial infarction is one of the foremost cardiovascular disease causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide. The prevention of this disease requires continuous monitoring and rehabilitative management. It can be achieved by the health promotion of patients using effective, planned educational programs and lifestyle modification by the patient. Patients perceived that their learning needs were unmet and that the information provided was too general. Hence, assessing the healthy heart habits performed by the patient and the patient’s preference regarding learning needs is crucial. The descriptive study is intended to identify the perceived health behaviors and learning needs of patients with myocardial infarction for the first time.
Methodology: A quantitative descriptive design was used in this present study. The study included 102 newly diagnosed patients with MI carefully chosen by the non-probability convenience selection method. Information was collected using a patient profile (socio-demographic data, clinical data, and clinical parameters), a Modified cardiac health behavior scale (MCHBS), and a Cardiac patient's learning needs inventory (CPLNI).
Results: -The present study result showed that subjects with MI for the first time had a high level of perceived learning needs of 164.11 + 22.28, with symptoms management was 27.61 + 3.763, medication information was 23.15 + 3.010, diet information was 23.12 + 3.148 were the areas perceived as high learning need information among the subjects. Only 11 (10.8%) subjects had a high perception of cardiac health behavior, among which were controlling risk habits and was 14.53 + 3.16. Medication adherence was only 6.76 + 1.89, perception of the subjects regarding dietary management was 19.47 + 4.15, and blood pressure control was 5.09 + 2.13 as considered essential in maintaining a healthy heart. Interestingly, the findings show that subjects with the perception of higher learning needs showed a negatively weak correlation with a lesser perception of health behavior, which is not a statistically significant level at p >0.05. The study highlighted that exercise, habits, and RBS had a statistically significant association with perceived health behavior (χ2= 18.52, p <0.001), (χ2=20.133, p =0.013), (χ2=9.067, p=0.037) respectively. Also, the exposure of subjects to mass media (χ2 =15.01, p<0.05), diversional activities practiced (χ2 =19.08, p <0.01), perception about the prognosis (χ2=7.22, p<0.02), habits (χ2= 13.68, p<0.03) level had a statistically significant association with the perceived learning needs.
Conclusion: - Patients’ health behaviors practices and learning needs will change according to their perceptions. Determining the learning needs will help to guide the patient to achieve good cardiac health behaviors practice, subsequently reducing the reoccurrence of myocardial infarction.
A Study on Investment Preferences of Young Investors with Reference to Ghaziabad City
Authors: - Ekta Tyagi , - Gaurab kumar sharma
Published: March 2024

From the economic liberalization there are various investment alternatives available in the market and the main objective of this research paper is to know the investors preferences over the investment alternatives which are available in the market. Investment is an activity by which people earn money by investing their money in some investment whether it is physical and Financial Asset. Investors invest their money with different needs, goals and objectives in their mind such as safety, Profit, Security, and capital Appreciation etc. There are various number of investment avenues present in the market such as Bank Deposits, Post Office Deposits, Equity Market, Mutual Funds, Physical Gold, Real Estate. The primary objective of this research paper is to find what are the preferences among the Young Investors who belong to the age group of 21-35 years in Ghaziabad city.
Efficacy of Anti-VEGF in Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity
Authors: - Rishabh Goyal
Published: March 2024

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a vasoproliferative retinal disorder that affects premature infants. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) has been implicated in the pathogenesis of ROP. Anti-VEGF agents can potentially inhibit abnormal vessel growth in ROP. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of anti-VEGF (bevacizumab) in treatment of ROP. A prospective study was conducted on 75 patients including 70 adults and 5 ROP babies who received intravitreal injection of bevacizumab (Avastin). Distant visual acuity, slit lamp examination, indirect ophthalmoscopy and optical coherence tomography (OCT) were assessed at baseline, immediate, 1 week and 4 weeks post injection. Statistically significant improvement was observed in distant visual acuity and reduction in macular thickness after Avastin injection. At 4 weeks, best corrected visual acuity of 6/6 was attained by 15 adults and 3 ROP babies. OCT revealed decreased macular edema with mean reduction of 115.29μm. ROP subjects showed greater visual gain (mean acuity improvement - 2.4 lines) as compared to adults (mean acuity improvement - 1.52 lines). Significant correlation was found between better visual acuity and macular thickness less than 300μm. Intravitreal Avastin resulted in rapid regression of neovascularization in ROP. No ocular or systemic complications were observed. Single injection controlled disease progression in majority of cases. Anti-VEGF agents can be considered as primary modality for treating type 1 ROP due to their safety, efficacy and long-term benefits. Larger studies are required to establish optimal dosage and long-term effects.
Impact of Digitalization on Employment Pattern in India
Authors: - Disha Pandey
Published: March 2024

Digital enablement has proved to be a game changer all over the world. Earlier the concept of Information and Communication technologies (ICT) was confined mainly to services sector in India, however, with the initiation of Digital India programme in 2015, digitalization has entered in all the walks of human life. Studies round the world depict that digitalization has positive impact on economic growth of a nation by driving entrepreneurial innovation and productivity. Though it has impacted various economic parameters, but the present study will try to analyze its impact on employment in India, with special reference to restructuring of employment and changes in job composition in the aftermath of digitalization. On one hand, it leads to creation of new skilled jobs and on the other hand, it also leads to replacement of routine work and other cyber security risks. Thus, an attempt is made to evaluate the change from the perspective of labor markets and ability of people to adapt to the changing employment pattern in the country and responsibility of education sector to reform according to the changes in required skill sets demanded by the industry. Introduction of digital skill set in higher education curriculum can help in enhancing efficiency and flexibility in labor markets and bridging the digital skill gap in India. The study shows that digitalization has the potential to reduce gender gap in employment and also provide vocational training opportunities to youth which can help in harnessing the benefits of demographic dividend. The Government should aim at reducing digital divide by improving accessibility to internet in both urban and rural areas.
Ziele für die Verbesserung der Lehrerausbildung und der Schulentwicklung in den USA
Authors: Sinclair Robert L.
Published: March 2024

Da die institutionellen Aspekte der amerikanischen Lehrerausbildung separat dargestellt sind, befasst sich die nachstehende Kurzfassung des Vortrags vor allem mit fünf inhaltlichen Aspekten der Reform. Dabei wird davon ausgegangen, dass die grundlegenden Zielrichtungen "Equity und Quality" für Schulentwicklung und Lehrerbildung identisch sind. Besonders hervorgehoben wird die Notwendigkeit neuer Formen der Zusammenarbeit, während die Wirkung nationaler Programme und Empfehlungen relativiert wird.
THE IMPACT OF SOIL POLLUTION BY OIL ON THE CONTENT OF HUMIC SUBSTANCES
Authors: Salmanova Nazila, Ismayilov Farhad Salmanova Nazila, Ismayilov Farhad , Huseynova Elmira, Ulkar Shiraliyeva Huseynova Elmira, Ulkar Shiraliyeva
Published: March 2024

The research assesses the impact of oil contamination on soil humus substances. Laboratory experiments with varying concentrations of petroleum products on different soil types revealed that even small amounts of oil lead to significant degradation of humus substances, altering their structure and reducing their content. These changes may disrupt soil properties, diminishing fertility, structure, and water retention capacity, and reducing microbial activity. Understanding this influence is crucial for developing strategies to rehabilitate polluted soils and sustain ecosystems.
Keywords: Humus, acidity, oil contamination, phytotesting, carbon content, oil mineralization, soil toxicity
Forecasting Through the Chaotic Approach on Carbon Monoxide Time Series in Industrial Area
Authors: Che Jusoh Khairunnisa , Abd Hamid Nor Zila , Side Syafruddin
Published: March 2024

This study focuses on forecasting and analyzing the concentration of carbon monoxide (CO) in one of the Malaysian Industrial area namely Seberang Perai using a chaotic approach. Before forecasting process, the time series are tested in advance to determine whether or not the nature is chaotic. Through the Cao method, chaotic dynamic present in the CO times series. Therefore, the forecasting model through the local linear approximation is constructed for forecasting purpose. The result shows that the correlation value is 0.9032 which is near to one. This excellent forecasting result shows that the local linear approximation method can be used to forecast the concentration of CO. In conclusion, the chaotic approach has successfully analyzed and forecasted the CO time series in the Seberang Perai industrial area. These findings are expected to help stakeholder to manage CO pollution in Malaysian Industrial area.
Candent issues in pneumonia. Reflections from the Fifth Annual Meeting of Spanish Experts 2023
Authors: Rodríguez-Leal Cristóbal M , González-Corralejo Carlos , Candel Francisco José , Salavert Miguel
Published: March 2024

Pneumonia is a multifaceted illness with a wide range of clinical manifestations, degree of severity and multiple potential causing microorganisms. Despite the intensive research of recent decades, community-acquired pneumonia remains the third-highest cause of mortality in developed countries and the first due to infections; and hospital-acquired pneumonia is the main cause of death from nosocomial infection in critically ill patients. Guidelines for management of this disease are available world wide, but there are questions which generate controversy, and the latest advances make it difficult to stay them up to date. A multidisciplinary approach can overcome these limitations and can also aid to improve clinical results. Spanish medical societies involved in diagnosis and treatment of pneumonia have made a collaborative effort to actualize and integrate last expertise about this infection. The aim of this paper is to reflect this knowledge, communicated in Fifth Pneumonia Day in Spain. It reviews the most important questions about this disorder, such as microbiological diagnosis, advances in antibiotic and sequential therapy, management of beta-lactam allergic patient, preventive measures, management of unusual or multi-resistant microorganisms and adjuvant or advanced therapies in Intensive Care Unit.
Teachers’ Extrinsic Motivation on Quality Education in Nyamasheke District, Rwanda
Authors: Murwanashyaka Prosper , Bikorimana Donard , Berabose Valentine , Tuyishimire Laurien , Turatsinze Jean Bosco , Tuyizere Gratien
Published: March 2024

The quality education has been an issue in education sector over many years. However, today’s competition for global market requires quality education as a key (Suresh & Kumaravelu, 2017). A teacher is the key pillar to the education achievements in all spheres of the learning. Quality education cannot be achieved unless the teacher is really motivated (Jusuf, 2005). This study investigated the perception of teachers on extrinsic motivation to quality education and evaluated the ways of motivating teachers for quality education. The data collection methods used were questionnaires, and interviews. The sample size was 128 respondents composed of 88 teachers, 20 Deputy Head Teachers in Charge of Studies (DOS), and 20 Head teachers (HTs) from 20 schools in Nyamasheke District from different educational levels (nursery, primary, and secondary schools) of public schools. The sampling procedures was purposive, and stratified sampling. The sample of teachers was obtained using Yamane's (1967) formula. The research was guided by McClelland's Need for Achievement Theory. Data were presented through graphs, tables, and percentages and were analysed by using Microsoft Excel. This research has demonstrated that a teacher who is extrinsically motivated contributes a lot to quality education. This is due to the fact that a motivated teacher is punctual, well prepared and complete teaching documents, giving and marking assignments, participating in institutional and professional events and self-discipline. The study found that teachers wish to be motivated extrinsically in three main ways such as building a conducive working environment for them, salary and allowances, and appreciable students' outcomes. Finally, this research demonstrated that a conducive working environment takes a higher level in ways of motivating teachers with 56%. This includes owning houses, securing their children’s education and having strong health insurance. Salary and allowances takes 31% while appreciable students' outcomes takes 13%. The study recommend that government and education stakeholders should help teachers to own housing and secure their children education for quality education
Urinary ascites after transurethral resection in a cirrhotic patient
Authors: Fernández García R , Lecuona Muñoz R , Abellán Alfocea P , Redondo Cerezo E , López González E
Published: March 2024

Urinary ascites is a rare entity, usually secondary to iatrogenic or traumatic bladder perforation. Given the infrequency of the entity, it is a diagnosis for which high clinical suspicion is required, and when a patient presents with ascites, it is common to attribute it to other causes. Especially in cirrhotic patients, where ascites is most often secondary to portal hypertension, although this is not always the cause. It is therefore important to always make an appropriate differential diagnosis, assessing the patient's history, the characteristics of the ascitic fluid and the response to treatment. We present the case of a patient with cirrhosis, with a history of transurethral resection (TUR) of a bladder tumour, which was initially classified as oedema-ascites decompensation and after completing the diagnostic process was attributed to urinary ascites.
Analisis Keterampilan Proses Sains Peserta Didik menggunakan Model Discovery Learning
Authors: Samputri Salma , Arif Rifda Nurhikmahwati
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis keterampilan proses sains peserta didik kelas VII SMPN 18 Makassar dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran discovery learning materi ekologi. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif Sampel yang digunakan sebanyak 19 peserta didik SMPN 18 Makassar. Data penelitian ini menggunakan instrumen berupa instrumen tes pilihan ganda yang sudah divalidasi oleh validator. Data dikumpulkan dengan teknik purposive sampling yang kemudian dianalisis menggunakan statistik deskriptif. Indikator yang digunakan ada 6 indikator keterampilan proses sains dasar yaitu; mengobservasi, mengklasifikasi, memprediksi, mengukur, menyimpulkan, dan mengomunikasikan. Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa bahwa dengan menggunakan model discovery learning  keterampilan proses sains peserta didik kelas VII SMPN 18 Makassar berada pada kategori sedang, hal ini terbukti dari skor rata-rata keterampilan proses sains peserta didik yakni 8,89. Kategori skor keterampilan proses sains peserta didik yang paling tinggi berada pada kategori tinggi dengan jumlah 7 orang dan persentase sebesar 37%, kategori sedang dengan jumlah 9 orang dan persentase sebesar 47%, kategori rendah dengan jumlah 3 orang dan persentase 16%.
Persepsi Keluarga Tentang Pentingnya Pendidikan Non Formal
Authors: Dai Yopin , Isa Abd Hamid , Duludu Ummyssalam A.T.A , Anu Zulkarnain
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan persepsi keluarga tentang pentingnya pendidikan nonformal di Desa Limbatihu. Jenis penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitataif dengan pendekatan fenomenologis ,dan teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi, analisis, dan keabsahan data. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa  keluarga yang ada di Desa Limbatihu masih belum mengetahui seperti apa itu pendidikan nonformal hal ini dikarenakan kurangnya pengetahuan masyarakat terhadap Pendidikan nonformal di karenakan faktor latar belakang orang tua yang putus sekolah dan tidak sekolah sehingga membuat keluarga tidak begitu memahami seperti apa itu Pendidikan nonformal. Dari latar belakang dapat membentuk sebuah pengalaman terhadap setiap individu dalam lingkungan keluarga, pengalaman dapat memberikan sebuah informasi bagi keluarga itu sendiri terkait Pendidikan nonformal. Untuk itu dengan adanya pengalaman dapat membentuk kepribadian terhadap masyarakat ataupun keluarga yang tentunya kepribadian dapat terbentuk. Oleh karena itu terdapat sebuah sistem. Sistem yang mengorgasir dan mengelompokan yang dapat dibentuk dalam sebuah lingkungan masyarakat maupun keluarga.
Study on the Promotion Effect of “Live Broadcasting with Shouting Style” in Live Rooms Under the Elaboration Likelihood Model
Authors: Wang Gaoya
Published: March 2024

A new phenomenon of “shouting-style sales” has emerged in live e-commerce, but the research on its effects is currently insufficient. Exploring the short-term and long-term effects of “shouting-style sales” is beneficial for exploring how live e-commerce can develop better and longer-lasting, providing experiences and insights for live e-commerce rooms, especially brand-owned ones. By conducting a questionnaire survey of consumers who have experience with live e-commerce shopping, we can understand how consumers perceive “shouting-style sales” and what factors influence consumers’ ordering and repurchasing. The survey shows that “shouting-style sales” has no short-term effect on promoting orders, and it cannot promote repurchase in the long term either. Consumers may use both central and peripheral routes when shopping in live e-commerce, but they tend to use central route thinking when repurchasing. The emotional appeal and the degree of discounts in live rooms are the main factors influencing consumer purchases, while product quality and the level of product description are the main factors influencing consumer repurchases.
Tindak Tutur Ilokusi dalam Novel “Semua Karena Cinta” Karya Devi Nandasari: Kajian Pragmatik
Authors: Bunga Rosa Dalima , Djumadin Hawiah
Published: March 2024

Judul artikel Tindak Tutur Ilokusi dalam Novel “Semua Karena Cinta” Karya Devi Nandasari: Kajian Pragmatik. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan bentuk tindak ilokusi dalam novel “Semua Karena Cinta” karya Devi Nandasari: Kajian Pragmatik. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif, data yang dikumpulkan menggunakan metode deskriptif, sedangkan teknik yang digunakan adalah teknik baca, penomoran, pengkodean, dan catat. Data kemudian disajikan secara informal. Teori yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teori pragmatik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya tindak tutur ilokusi dalam novel “Semua Karena Cinta” karya Devi Nandasari: Kajian Pragmatik. Tindak tutur ilokusi merupakan pengucapan atau suatu tuturan yang menginformasikan dan sekaligus hendak akan melakukan dengan perbuatan dalam arti menginformasikan serta melakukan tindakan.
Nilai Pendidikan Karakter dan Implementasinya Bagi Pengajaran Sastra dalam Cerpen “Setinggi Bintang di Langit” Karya Claudia Gracia Ngabut Pada Antalogi Cerpen Siswa Sma Flores Lembata
Authors: Larasati Maria Marietta Bali , Gagus Alexander
Published: March 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menemukan dan mendeskripsikan nilai-nilai Pendidikan karakter dan implementasinya bagi pengajaran dalam cerpen “Setinggi Bintang di Langit” Karya Cluadia Gracia Ngabut pada Antologi Cerpen Siswa SMA Flores Lembata. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik yang digunakan adalah non statistika dalam arti menganalisis tidak menggunakan angka-angka. Sedangkan teori yang digunakan adalah teori nilai Pendidikan karakter. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa nilai-nilai pendidikan karakter yang terkandung dalam “Setinggi Bintang di Langit” Karya Cluadia Gracia Ngabut pada Antologi Cerpen Siswa SMA Flores Lembata adalah sebagai berikut: 1) nilai kerja keras, 2) nilai mandiri, 3) nilai menghargai prestasi, 4) nilai bertanggung jawab, 5) nilai cinta tanah air, 6) nilai disiplin, 7) nilai rasa ingin tahu. Implikasinya bagi pengajaran sastra Indonesia adalah bahwa dengan nilai-nilai pendidikan karakter tersebut, peserta didik dapat lebih memahami pengetahuan yang diberikan dan mengerjakan tugas-tugas yang diberikan dengan lebih kreatif dan bertanggung jawab.