bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Scalp disease analysis using deep learning models
Authors: Krishnamoorthy N. , Jayanthi P. , Kumaravel T. , Sundareshwar V. A. , Harris R. Syed Jamal
Published: July 2023

Alopecia areata, folliculitis, hair loss, and dandruff are common scalp hair disorders caused by nutritional imbalances, stress, and pollution in the environment. Specialized treatments, such as hair physiotherapy, have arisen to address this issue. This paper pro-poses a deep learning model that can analysis the scalp diseases with high accuracy, using this model we can predict the scalp diseases which makes easier for them to treat the dis-ease with good treatment using the mobile phones we can predict the diseases simply us-ing its image. This paper deals with an advanced classification model which predicts scalp disease. More than 1100 images are used as training dataset, CNN is used for the classifi-cation and the high accuracy is achieved using VGG16, VGG19 and MobileNetV2.
Modelling recidivism with binary models and machine learning
Authors: Feng Jialong , Ding Lecheng , Li Shuyi , Wang Yanbo
Published: July 2023

The article, reviewing previous study on recidivism prediction model, modeling the bina-ry outcome of recidivism with linear regression model, probit regression model and lo-gistic regression model. The application of machine learning techniques support vector machine (SVM) aids to compare the prediction result of each model and the relationships between recidivism probability and several personal characteristics have been identified. The prediction performances of models are similar with logistic regression model being the most parsimonious one and SVM method is tested to be not significantly superior in terms of prediction compared with traditional statistical models.
Comparative Analysis of Quality of Life Questionnaires in Low Vision Patients
Authors: Jabbar Maryam , Asghar Syeda Saima , Gillani Syeda Sidra , Saeed Maria , Akram Zahra , Jabbar Khadija
Published: July 2023

Low vision affects large number of people globally, which can interfere with daily activities and lower quality of life. Objective: To evaluate the results of the Low Vision Quality of Life Questionnaire (LVQOL) and the National Eye Institute VFQ-25 as measures of patients' quality of life. Methods: Between August-October 2022, a comparative cross-sectional study was carried out at Madina Teaching Hospital, Faisalabad. Through Non-Probability Purposive Sampling Technique, 40 patients were included. Participants who were between the ages of 25 and 55, having visual acuity of less than 6/18 and had a visual field that did not extend more than 10° from the fixation point were considered. Every patient underwent a thorough ocular examination, which included testing for near visual acuity, BCVA, tonometry, fundus examination, and slit lamp bio microscopy. Results: Participants' average age was 47 ± 2.71. 17(42.5%) were female, whereas 23(57.5%) were male. Demographic data were recorded. Retinitis pigmentosa affected 12(30%) of patients, and age-related macular degeneration affected 9(22.5%) of the patients. Remaining diagnoses included glaucoma 8(20%), albinism 4(10 %), diabetic retinopathy 4(10%) and degenerative myopia 3(7.5 %). NEI VFQ-25 and LVQOL questionnaire's mean overall scores were 41 ± 5.02 and 44 ± 4.89 respectively. Ratings can vary from 0-100, with 0 representing the worst and 100 denoting no visual impairment. Conclusions: NEI VFQ-25 composite scores and LVQOL had a strong correlation. Especially useful for analyzing the growth of low-vision rehabilitation since they can be used to gauge the quality of life for people with vision impairment.
Associating Fundamental Features with Technical Indicators for Analyzing Quarterly Stock Market Trends Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, United States, Bagui Sikha , Moore Nicholas ,   Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, U.S.A
Published: July 2023

The stock market is the primary entity driving every major economy across the globe, with each investment designed to capitalize on profit while decreasing its associated risks. As a result of the stock market’s importance, there have been enumerable studies conducted with the goal of predicting the stock market through data analysis techniques including machine learning, neural networks, and time series analysis. This paper uses machine learning algorithms to perform stock market index classification using fundamental data while classifying the indices using technical indicators. The data were derived from Yahoo Finance on the top 100 indices in the NASDAQ stock market from January 2000 to December 2020.
Synthetic feature generation to improve accuracyin prediction of credit limits
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, United States, Bagui Sikha , Walker Jennifer ,   Department of Computer Science, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, United States
Published: July 2023

Financial institutions use various data mining algorithms to determine the credit limits for individuals using featureslike age, education, employment, gender, income, and marital status. But, there is still a question of accuratepredictability, that is, how accurate can an institution be in predicting risk and granting credit levels. If an institutiongrants too low of a credit limit/loan for an individual, then the institution may lose business to competitors, butif the institution grants too high of a credit limit/loan, then the institution may lose money if that individual doesnot repay the credit/loan. The novelty of this work is that it shows how to improve the accuracy in predictingcredit limits/loan amounts using synthetic feature generation. By creating secondary groupings and includingboth the original binning and the synthetic bins, the classification accuracy and other statistical measures likeprecision and ROC improved substantially. Hence, our research showed that without synthetic feature generation,the classification rates were low, and the use of synthetic features greatly improved the classification accuracy andother statistical measures.
Hairball-Like Migration of “Onyx Threads” into the Draining Vein during Transarterial Embolization of a Dural Arteriovenous Fistula: A Case Report and Experimental Validation
Authors: Ioku Tetsuya , Ohshima Tomotaka , Yokota Mao , Matsuo Naoki , Miyachi Shigeru
Published: July 2023

Transarterial embolization using Onyx is a well-established treatment for dural arteriovenous fistulas (DAVFs). However, complications can arise when Onyx migrates into the venous side, impairing the draining veins. We encountered a case where Onyx, injected through the arterial side, strayed into the jugular vein, forming a hairball-like structure. Our study aimed to investigate the underlying mechanism of this unusual phenomenon. We postulated that Onyx precipitates into thread-like shapes when passing through extremely narrow openings. To test this, we extruded Onyx from a syringe through a 27-gauge needle into a silicone tube with flowing water. By varying the flow speed, we observed the hardening behavior of Onyx. Under slow flow, the extruded Onyx quickly solidified at the needle tip, forming a round mass. Conversely, high-speed flow resulted in Onyx being dispersed as small pieces. We successfully replicated the formation of “Onyx threads” under continuous slow flow conditions, similar to our case. This phenomenon occurs when Onyx unexpectedly migrates to the draining vein through a tiny opening during transarterial embolization for arteriovenous shunt diseases. Early recognition and appropriate measures are necessary to prevent occlusive complications in the draining veins and the pulmonary system.
Relationship Between Academic Procrastination and Differential Learning Outcomes in Asynchronous Online EFL Learning
Authors: Amano Shuichi , Enokida Kazumichi , Sakaue Tatsuya , Nakagawa Atsushi , Yamauchi Katsuhiro
Published: July 2023

Although one advantage of asynchronous online language learning is that learners can choose when and where to learn, this learning environment can also lend itself to procrastination. However, procrastination during asynchronous language learning has not been sufficiently studied. Therefore, the present study investigates student procrastination in an asynchronous English learning environment and examines its impact on learning outcomes. University students engaged in asynchronous learning were divided into three groups, reflecting the timing of access to online materials: procrastinators, habitual learners, and uncategorized learners. When the pre- and post-test scores of the three groups were compared, the procrastinators showed significantly less score growth than the habitual learners. However, these results leave room for further research on the learning outcomes of uncategorized learners, who lacked good study habits but did not procrastinate. The results suggest that, even in asynchronous language learning environments characterized by anytime/anywhere learning, interventions are needed to help students avoid procrastination and become habitual learners.
Okul Öncesi Öğretmenlerinin Özel Öğrenme Güçlüğü Hakkında Farkındalıkları
Authors: DOĞAN Handan , APAK Özge
Published: July 2023

Amaç: Bu çalışmada, okul öncesi öğretmenlerinin özel öğrenme güçlüğü konusundaki bilgi düzeylerini ölçülerek farkındalıklarını ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Özel öğrenme güçlüğü çocuklarda bilgiyi edinme, işleme, hatırlama stratejilerinin kullanımı, çevreyi anlamlandırma, problem çözme, dili kullanma ve bilgiler arasında bağlantı kurma sorunudur.

Yöntem ve Araçlar: Çalışma, 2021-2022 Eğitim Öğretim döneminde Aydın ilinde görev yapan okul öncesi öğretmenlerini kapsamaktadır. Çalışmada hem özel hem de kamu sektöründe çalışan öğretmenler çalışmaya dahil edilmiştir. Çalışmada 12 çoktan seçmeli, 25 de doğru-yanlış formunda sorudan oluşan bir soru listesi kullanılmıştır. Çalışmada, öğretmenlerin yaşı, cinsiyeti, kıdemi, lisans mezuniyeti, eğitim düzeyi, çalıştığı sektör gibi değişkenler incelenmiştir. Çalışmaya 290 okul öncesi öğretmeni katılmıştır. Bu öğretmenler basit seçkisiz yöntem ile seçilmiştir. Öğretmenlerin 281’i kadındır. Katılımcıların 132’si 31-40 yaş aralığındadır. Ayrıca katılanların kıdemleri değişmektedir. 61’i 0-5 yıl, 44’ü 6-10 yıl, 102’si 11-15 yıl, 83’ü 16 yıl ve üzeri tecrübeye sahiptir. Diğer yandan 222 katılımcı okul öncesi eğitimi bölümünden lisans mezunu iken 68’i diğer bölümlerden mezundur. Çalışmaya katılan öğretmenlerin 198’i kamuda çalışmaktadır. Buna karşın geri kalan 92 öğretmen özel sektörde çalışmaktadır.

Sonuç: Yapılan çalışmanın sonucunda okul öncesi öğretmenlerinin konuya ilişkin farkındalıklarının yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir.
Body image perception among breast cancer patients after mastectomy: A phenomenology study
Authors: Wulandari Shenda Maulina , Yunitasari Esti , Kusumaningrum Tiyas , Myint Nyein Moh Moh , Subu Muhammad Arsyad
Published: July 2023

Background: Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among all cancers. Most breast cancer treatments involve surgery, which leads to changes in body shape. These changes can have an impact on body image after mastectomy, affecting the patients’ quality of life.
Objective: This study aimed to explore the perception of body image of breast cancer patient after mastectomy.
Methods: A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed in this study. A total of 15 post-mastectomy clients were recruited through purposive sampling technique. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews, which were recorded. The data were analyzed using the Van Mannen approach with the assistance of NVivo 12 Plus software. 
Results: The majority of the participants were in the elderly phase, with an average education level of junior high school. Most had a history of stage IIB breast cancer and, on average, had undergone mastectomy three years ago. This study identified the theme of body image, which consisted of four categories and eleven sub-categories.
Conclusions: The description of body image in post-mastectomy clients includes beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This response is influenced by the belief in the importance of breasts, optimism regarding achieving one’s ideal self, thoughts about changes in the body, acceptance of oneself and those around us, enthusiasm for healing and comfort, and social roles.
Pengaruh Komisaris Independen, Komite Audit dan Kinerja Keuangan Perusahaan Terhadap Penghindaran Pajak
Authors: Hasanah Uswatun , Wardatul Afiqoh Nyimas
Published: July 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menguji pengaruh komisaris independen, komite audit dan kinerja keuangan perusahaan akan penghindaran pajak. Penelitian ini memakai metode purposive samplinguntuk pemilihan sampelnya yaitu pada perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di Brusa Efek Indonesia 2020-2021. Total sampel penelitian ini diperoleh sebanyak 91 perusahaan. Pada penelitian ini menggunakan analisis linier berganda untuk mengetahui adanya pengaruh komisaris independen, komite audit dan kinerja keuangan perusahaan terhadap penghindaran pajak. Hasil regresi membuktikan bahwa komite audit dan kinerja keuangan perusahaan berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap penghindaran pajak.
Analisis Audit Sistem Pembelian Kredit pada Toko Elektronik
Authors: Nugraheni C.R Putri , Rahma F Fatika , Nadia K Henitha , Chaerani P Badzlina
Published: July 2023

Audit sistem informasi akuntansi pembelian kredit pada toko elektronik merupakan proses evaluasi yang bertujuan untuk menilai efektivitas dan keandalan sistem informasi akuntansi yang digunakan dalam pengelolaan pembelian kredit di toko elektronik. Dalam era digital ini, toko elektronik menghadapi tantangan dalam mengelola transaksi pembelian kredit dengan efisien dan aman. Oleh karena itu, audit sistem informasi menjadi sangat penting untuk memastikan bahwa kontrol yang tepat telah diterapkan guna melindungi kepentingan perusahaan dan pelanggan. Abstrak ini membahas langkah-langkah penting dalam melakukan audit sistem informasi akuntansi pembelian kredit pada toko elektronik. Langkah pertama adalah memahami lingkungan bisnis dan dokumentasi yang terkait dengan proses pembelian kredit, termasuk kebijakan, prosedur, dan dokumen transaksi. Selanjutnya, dilakukan evaluasi terhadap kontrol intern yang ada dalam sistem informasi akuntansi, seperti pengendalian akses, validasi data, dan pemisahan tugas. Pengujian transaksi secara acak dilakukan untuk memverifikasi efektivitas proses dan kontrol yang ada. Analisis kebijakan dan prosedur penting untuk memastikan bahwa kebijakan yang ditetapkan sesuai dengan prinsip-prinsip akuntansi yang berlaku. Selain itu, pengujian keamanan sistem juga harus dilakukan untuk melindungi integritas data pembelian kredit dari ancaman keamanan. Hasil audit disajikan dalam laporan audit yang mencakup temuan, rekomendasi perbaikan, dan kesimpulan mengenai keandalan sistem informasi akuntansi pembelian kredit. Dalam menghadapi perkembangan teknologi dan risiko keamanan yang semakin kompleks, audit sistem informasi akuntansi pembelian kredit pada toko elektronik menjadi penting untuk menjaga integritas dan keandalan sistem tersebut. Dengan melakukan audit yang komprehensif, toko elektronik dapat memperbaiki kelemahan dalam sistem informasi akuntansi dan memastikan bahwa proses pembelian kredit berjalan dengan efisien, akurat, dan aman.
PENGARUH BUDAYA ORGANISASI, KOMPENSASI, DAN MOTIVASI TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI LEMBAGA PENJAMINAN MUTU PENDIDIKAN (LPMP) PAPUA
Authors: Rerung Ahadi , Syafii Muhamad
Published: July 2023

Untuk mewujudkan SDM yang produktif atau berkinerja tinggi, maka dibutuhkan SDM yang mempunyai kemampuan, keterampilan dan pengalaman dalam bidang mereka masing-masing. Selain itu diperlukan pula budaya organisasi yang kuat, motivasi yang tinggi serta tingkat kompensasi yang memadai bagi setiap pegawai yang ada dalam organisasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisa pengaruh Budaya Organisasi, Kompensasi, dan Motivasi terhadap Kinerja Pegawai LPMP Papua. Penelitian ini termasuk penelitian kuantitatif yang menggunakan model penelitian survey dengan instrumen kuisioner. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa variabel Budaya Organisasi, Kompensasi, dan Motivasi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja pegawai LPMP Papua, baik secara parsial maupun secara simultan. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari hasil uji hipotesis dimana nilai signifikansi variabel Budaya Organisasi pada tingkat signifikansi 5 % lebih kecil dari 0,05 (0,00 < 0,05), variabel Kompensasi sebesar 0,013 < 0,05 dan variabel Motivasi sebesar 0,028 < 0,05. Sedangkan secara simultan melalui uji F, nilai signifikansi pada tingkat signifikansi 5 % sebesar 0,000 < 0,005, ini berarti secara simultan variabel Budaya Organisasi, Kompensasi, dan Motivasi berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kinerja pegawai LPMP Papua.
The Effect of Green Accounting on Economic Performance
Authors: Dwi Pratiwi Nadia , Dea Ananta Mufita , Rahma Fina Fatika , Yovita R. Pandin Maria
Published: July 2023

This research is motivated by the advancement of science, especially in the field of technology which is very fast, along with competition in the increasingly tight industrial sector where companies have used sophisticated and modern equipment in carrying out their production activities. Research was conducted to examine the effect of Green Accounting on Economic Performance. The quantitative approach method used uses simple linear regression analysis data processing. Return On Assets (ROA) is used for measurement of research variables. The companies as samples for this study were 7 companies in the mining industry sector and the chemical industry sector listed on the IDX for the 2017-2021 period. The results showed that the Green Accounting variable had no positive effect on Economic Performance, as tested through the T-test.
Exploring Queensland secondary teacher induction training undertaken prior to working with remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Authors: Morley Sindi , Benveniste Tessa , Bainbridge Roxanne
Published: July 2023

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities that are considered remote to metropolitan-dwelling, non-Indigenous Australians experience challenges attracting and retaining qualified teachers. Initial teacher education (ITE) is known to inadequately prepare teachers to engage Indigenous Australian students, however, we understand little about the induction training received by postgraduate secondary teachers prior to commencing work in remote schools with high enrolments of Indigenous students. This exploratory study investigated the relevance of the information provided in pre-service induction training and how this translated into classroom practice. Thirty-four Queensland secondary teachers with experience educating remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students responded to an online questionnaire investigating four different types of pre-service induction training: cross-cultural awareness, culturally appropriate pedagogy, classroom management, and student social and emotional wellbeing. Thematic analysis of their open-text responses identified three themes: training content, application of training and applicability to Indigenous students. Findings indicated inconstancies in completion rates, content significance and conversion of material into effectual classroom practices. It is suggested that providing community-specific pre-service induction training for Queensland secondary teachers could support them to engage remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in learning and may reduce the high frequency of teacher transfers and increase attendance rates of students.
Curating a connected community in virtual space: Solomon Islands Research Mentoring Tok Stori
Authors: Sanga Kabini , Reynolds Martyn , Malefoasi Ambrose , Paulsen Irene
Published: July 2023

This article examines the relationship between academic mentoring and tok stori, a Melanesian orality, in a digital environment. This relationship is significant where dispersal is an unintended consequence of the way development aid intersects with academic opportunities for scholars from less developed countries, and, consequently, country-focused academic communities remain undeveloped as education becomes individualised. This situation occurs despite the fact that the self is social and education is a common good in many contexts, such as Solomon Islands in Melanesia. Using the contributions of participants in the Solomon Islands Research Mentoring Tok Stori (SIRMT), we discuss the various kinds of support and outcomes that become possible when deliberate attempts are made to create a connected community through mentoring in virtual space. Among the findings are the significance of mentorship to personal and academic growth, the potential of deliberate community building through virtual means in Solomon Islands and virtual tok stori as a catalyst to developments the physical world.
Editorial
Authors: Fredericks Bronwyn , Nakata Martin , Barney Katelyn
Published: July 2023

We are very pleased to bring you Volume 52 Issue 1 of The Australian Journal of Indigenous Education. This year the journal celebrates its 50th anniversary! The journal has a long history beginning in 1973 as The Aboriginal Child at School. From its infancy, The Aboriginal Child at School played an important role in responding to the challenging and urgent tasks facing teachers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children through the publication of practical information and support and fostering research and publication of findings in relevant areas. In 1996 The Aboriginal Child at School was transformed into The Australian Journal of Indigenous Education and reduced to two issues per year. The decision was made to change the title as a result of feedback from educators involved in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education and also to reflect a broadening of the content of the journal to include international perspectives. In 2003, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the journal, the decision was taken to relaunch AJIE as a peer reviewed research journal. From 2012 to 2021 AJIE was published by Cambridge University Press and in 2022 AJIE began an exciting new future as a fully open access scholarly publication. This year we also welcome a new Editorial Board and we thank them for their service to the journal.
Pengaruh Suhu Pemanasan Terhadap Waktu Roasting Biji Kopi Arabika Jenis Gayo Varietas Abbysinia Di Tilasawa Coffee Roaster Yogyakarta
Authors: Dalimunthe Ahmad Kurniawan , Priyambada  , Supriyanto Gani
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of heating temperature on the time and profile of roasting Arabica coffee beans of the Gayo variety Abbysinia, in order to determine the production cost of roasting Arabica coffee beans. Techniques in data collection are carried out by collecting observational data that will be processed into information. In the process of roasting Arabica coffee beans, data was collected from 3 types of treatments, namely the type of light roasting roasting profile that uses a temperature of 190 Cο, the type of medium roasting roasting profile that uses a temperature of 200 Cο and the type of dark roasting roasting profile with a temperature of 210 Cο. from each treatment there were 3 repetitions of each type of roasting profile and temperature that had been determined, in each repetition using 500 grams of Arabica coffee beans, then roasting was carried out 9 times repeated. The analysis shows that the time of roasting results is very influential in determining the results of Work Capacity (KA), the lowest yield of roasted coffee beans is found in the type of dark roast roasting profile with a temperature of 210 Cο at 76% with roasting time that tends to be short. The lowest operating cost is found in the type of light roast roasting profile of Rp.215,393/kg and the highest operating cost is found in the dark roast of Rp.263,196/kg
The Impact of Corporate Social Responsibility on Brand Awareness of Telecommunication Industry in Ghana
Authors: Salifu Shaibu
Published: July 2023

Background: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has attracted a lot of attention from academics and CSR practitioners over the years. But there is no universally accepted definition of the term CSR.
Aim: This paper examines the impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on brand awareness construct of brand equity.
Method: Extant literature reveals that little is known about CSR activities during an industrial crisis like covid-19 pandemic, most of the available research works in this area were carried out on developed countries and in the case of the telecommunication industry in Ghana, the scope of studies appear narrow as individual telecommunication companies were used as case studies and reported findings are inconclusive. Convenience sampling procedure was employed in which questionnaires were administered to 800 respondents across the 16 regions of Ghana. The field data was analyzed using inferential statistics (OLS regression and correlation analysis) and descriptive statistics.
Findings: The study found that both ethical and philanthropic responsibilities of CSR positively relate to brand awareness and brand loyalty constructs of brand equity of the telecommunication industry in Ghana at statistically significant levels.
Optimalizing Regional People’s Representative Council’s Honorary Board’s Duties-Authorities in Upholding Rules and Ethic Codes
Authors: Sofwan Imam , Suparnyo Suparnyo
Published: July 2023

Background: The key to successful regional governance is the DPRD's ability to carry out its functions simultaneously, proportionally and sustainably. In fact, the implementation of DPRD functions does not always run as it should. There is a need for an internal DPRD oversight body to enforce the DPRD's Rules of Procedure and code of ethics. The Ethics Council as one of the permanent apparatuses of the DPRD is expected to be able to guarantee the upholding of the DPRD's rules and code of ethics.
Aim: This research focuses on the reasons for the non-optimal implementation of their duties and authorities.
Method: This legal research uses a non-doctrinal or empirical juridical approach, the type of data used is primary data, secondary data in the form of primary legal materials, secondary legal materials, and tertiary legal materials. Methods of data collection using interview techniques and literature study. The collected data was then analyzed qualitatively.
Findings: The reason or cause for not optimally carrying out the duties and authorities of the DPRD honorary body in enforcing the DPRD's rules and code of ethics is the existence of internal factors including the tendency to be subjective. There is an opinion within the DPRD that the DPRD's honorary body can act on alleged violations of the rules and regulations.
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR IN SMART ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: Rautrao Revati Ramrao
Published: July 2023

Background: Organizational behavior affects job performance, worker interaction, job commitment, leadership, and social control designs. Human behavior in an exceedingly work atmosphere determines its impact on job structure, performance, communication, motivation, leadership, etc.
Aim: The research would like to understand and predict structure life, and get concerned to profit their organization may be a prime concern in reaching strategic goals by encouraging workers.
Method: The study has completely captured a review of earlier studies relating OB by relating totally different international and national journals and studies conducted by different people at different periods.
Findings: Companies that supply smart worker edges which have friendly conditions square measure a lot of profitable than those who square measure less people-oriented. The contemporary organizations notice that to achieve success and to stay competitive, it is imperative to rely on info technology (IT) and to use trendy management practices.
COMPARISON OF AN EXPERIMENTAL ROOT CANAL IRRIGANT (SAPINDUS MUKOROSSI) AND ETHYLENEDIAMINETETRAACETIC ACID ON MICROHARDNESS OF HUMAN DENTIN
Authors: Farooq Asad , Fazal Ur Rehman Qazi  , Juveria Siddique  , Syed Abul Faraz  , Abdur Rasheed
Published: July 2023

Background: The treatment of infected root canals is one of the most essential areas in dentistry. The endodontic therapy comprises of a sequence of steps that includes the purging of disease and infectious tissues from the root canal system. The objective of the study is to compare the effect of an experimental herbal root canal irrigant (Sapindus mukorossi) and Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, on the micro hardness of human dentin. Methods: Ninety single rooted teeth were collected displayed intact external morphology the selected teeth were than divided randomly into 3 groups (n=30); 1 control and 2 experimental groups: Group A consisted of specimen treated with Ethanolic extract of Sapindus mukorossi. Group B consisted of specimen treated with 17% Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid and Group C (control group) consisted of specimen of roots were sectioned immersed in distilled water. After the removal of crowns, the roots were sectioned embedded in the polymer resin leaving the root dentine exposed, the micro hardness was determined. Then, the samples from each group were treated with respective irrigant solution for 15 minutes and then observation regarding the micro hardness were noted again by using Vickers micro hardness tester. Analysis of data were obtained by application of Wilcoxon signed rank test. Results: The study revealed that there was no significant difference noted in dentin microhardness of group A sample after dipping in experimental irrigant solution (Sapindus mukorossi). However, the study found significant difference in context of decrease in dentin microhardness after dipping a sample in a group B irrigant solution (17% Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid). Conclusion: In order to preserve the strength of dentin that will ultimately be beneficial for increase in survival of teeth in function, probably the herbal extract of Sapindus mukorossi would be better candidate for future endeavour and presented as an economic and effective alternative amongst root canal irrigants.
Developing Anti-Fungal and Anti-Bacterial Mortar Using Zinc Oxide Nanorods
Authors: Baruah Parinita , Kalita Gitartha
Published: July 2023

Fungal and bacterial growth are two factors primarily responsible for the degradation and breakdown of the surfaces of buildings and structures. Fungi, which cause molds in buildings, develop rapidly in humid places like Assam and can cause deadly diseases such as Histoplasmosis. Remedial measures for these molds are expensive and cumbersome. Bacteria can result in Sick Building Syndrome (SBS), which causes acute health problems in people living in these buildings. Bacteria mostly grow in the damp walls of hospitals and cause acute diseases in people, which is a worldwide problem in humid countries. Nanotechnology can be utilized to solve these problems to a great extent, providing relief to the world's population. Tests with Zinc Oxide (ZnO) Nanorods grown on prepared mortar samples using hydrothermal techniques revealed dense growth of Nanorods deep into the pores of the mortar samples on scanning electron micrographs. This anti-fungal and anti-bacterial study was done on the prepared Ordinary Portland cement mortar sample with fungus Aspergillus Niger and bacteria Escherichia coli (gram-negative) and microorganisms samples collected from local hospital buildings
¿Tanto Monta? Isabel la Católica a partir de dos novelas de memorias del siglo XXI
Authors: Huertas Morales Antonio
Published: July 2023

El presente trabajo tiene por objeto analizar la imagen de Isabel la Católica que se desprende de la lectura comparada de las dos únicas novelas de memorias o pseudoabiografías literarias acerca de los Reyes Católicos publicadas en nuestro país en el siglo XXI: Yo, Isabel la Católica (2002), de César Vidal, y Yo, Fernando de Aragón. El único rey de las Españas (2004), de Manuel Ayllón. Partiendo de las posibilidades de tal modelo genérico, y entendidas ambas novelas como literatura de conmemoración, pretendemos demostrar a través de algunos episodios especialmente relevantes que existe entre ellas una relación que creemos deliberada para contraponer la figura de ambos monarcas derivación literaria del “divorcio” sufrido por ambos en la historiografía
Reyes y reinas medievales en la narrativa histórica juvenil
Authors: Martín Rogero Nieves
Published: July 2023

La presencia de reyes y reinas medievales en la narrativa de ficción juvenil enfoca el análisis en el género histórico, donde se concreta un corpus de novelas centrado en colecciones específicas a principios del siglo XXI para luego ofrecer muestras más esporádicas en las que se hacen patentes distintas actitudes en los monarcas, desde la compasión a la ira, pasando por el carácter viajero e intelectual como nota definitoria. En cuanto a las reinas, sobre todo se verifica su poder e influencia, ya sea como soberanas o consortes. A partir de una constatación de las fuentes históricas que cimientan las narraciones, donde se hace evidente la participación de personajes adolescentes, se pretende mostrar la visión de la realeza de un periodo clave de la historia, la Edad Media, en una narrativa que busca la identificación con los jóvenes lectores.
Alfonso VI al descubierto: la figura del monarca en dos novelas históricas del siglo XXI
Authors: Crespo-Vila Raquel
Published: July 2023

El propósito de este trabajo radica en examinar y, en la medida de lo posible, explicar la imagen de Alfonso VI recreada en dos novelas históricas actuales: El señor de las dos religiones (2005), de Juan José Hernández, y Alfonso VI. Vida pública y privada del rey (2008), de José Pedro Pedreira. Además de tener en cuenta la investigación historiográfica que concierne a este monarca, se trataba de poner en relación dichos textos con su contexto de producción y con algunos de los patrones narratológicos más reconocibles de la ficción histórica contemporánea; sin olvidar toda esa tradición relativa al Cid Campeador en la que Alfonso VI participa. Con tal pretensión, se seleccionan tres parámetros de análisis muy concretos: la voz narrativa de las novelas, la recreación de la toma de Toledo y el tratamiento de la figura de Rodrigo Díaz.
Pedro el Cruel, compendio de la Posmodernidad, y una aproximación a la obra de Agustín García Calvo
Authors: Gonçalves Soares Ana Rita , Sanmartín Bastida Rebeca
Published: July 2023

Durante siglos, la figura ambigua del rey don Pedro ha servido para definir la tiranía, la justicia, la seducción amorosa y la locura de una época. Este artículo se centra, concretamente, en lo que ha supuesto ese imaginario colectivo para la contemporaneidad, partiendo del estudio de la obra Baraja del rey don Pedro, de Agustín García Calvo, ganadora del Premio Nacional de Literatura Dramática en 1999. Interesa en particular analizar cómo esta pieza de teatro ayuda a entender tres conceptos importantes para la estética posmodernista y para el Medievalismo contemporáneo: el rechazo del archivo último y verdadero, la atracción libidinosa de lo grotesco y las estrategias intensivas del lenguaje planteadas en la teatralidad contemporánea.
Concentración lipídica y respuestas productivas de cuyes (Cavia porcellus) suplementados con Cúrcuma (Curcuma longa)
Authors: Guamán-Rivera Santiago Alexander , Herrera-Feijoo Robinson J , Ruiz-Sánchez Clara Isabel , Correa-Salgado María de Lourdes
Published: July 2023

Cavia porcellus, curi o cuy en un roedor sudamericano domesticado hace miles de años por indígenas de Sur América. En Ecuador, se considera que fue criado a pequeña escala por indígenas de la sierra centro, siendo utilizado principalmente como seguridad alimentaria, debido a que su carne tiene una apariencia similar a la del conejo o el pollo. Además, en estas economías de subsistencia, se ha determinado que la base de alimentación para el cuy lo constituyen plantas con potenciales propiedades antioxidantes. Con este objetivo, se evaluó el efecto de la C. longa a tres diferentes proporciones incluidas en la dieta.  Para ello, 120 animales fueron distribuidos aleatoriamente a unos estos tratamientos; Control, sin C. longa, T1, 0.6% de C. longa; T2, 1,30 % de C. longa y T3, 2,30 % de C. longa. De acuerdo con los resultados, el consumo de alimento no difirió entre tratamientos a lo largo del experimento (125 ± 13 g/d; P = 0,32). No obstante, el T2 mostró un mayor peso final (P < 0,001) mientras que, T3 una mayor conversión de alimento (P < 0,001), con claras tendencias en el peso a la canal, (T2, 77% vs. T1 y C, 73%). Por lo tanto, C. longa como aditivo alimentario para la producción animal parece ser una alternativa valiosa en lugar de los antibióticos, reduciendo también los productos obtenidos con alta huella de carbono
Prevalence, knowledge and factors associated with shisha smoking among university students in Cameroon
Authors: Ngahane B. H. Mbatchou , Magouanet T. , Bitchong E. C. , Endale L. M. , Barche B. , Budzi M. N. , Mbele O. C. , Assob J. C.
Published: July 2023

BACKGROUND: Young adults consider shisha (water-pipe) less harmful than other smoking methods, but it has been reported to expose its users to excess levels of tobacco. This study sought to determine the prevalence, knowledge and factors associated with shisha use among
university students in Buea, Cameroon.METHODS: Consenting participants were included in a cross-sectional study. Knowledge was assessed using a knowledge summary score and logistic regression used to identify factors associated with shisha smoking. P < 0.05 was considered
statistically significant.RESULTS: There were 1,008 student participants; 509 (50.9%) were female. The mean age was 22.9 ± 3.1 years. The prevalence of shisha smoking was 26% (95% CI 23.3–28.8). Most respondents had good knowledge about shisha (59.2%). Poor knowledge
about shisha (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 2.37, 95% CI 1.57–3.59)], living in a hostel (aOR 2.00, 95% CI 1.29–3.11), friends’ use of shisha (aOR 5.41, 95% CI 3.03–10.43) and alcohol consumption (aOR 1.91, 95% CI 1.24–2.94) were associated with shisha smoking.CONCLUSION:
The prevalence of shisha smoking among university students in Buea is high; about one-quarter of the students have poor knowledge about its harmful health effects. There is an increasing need for sensitisation of these young adults to the harmful effects of tobacco smoking.
Les traumatismes abdominaux en Haïti
Authors: Baptiste S. J. , van den Boogaard W. , Letoquart J-P. , NDong J-G. , Jonacé G. , Télémaque L-F.
Published: July 2023

CONTEXTE : Les traumatismes abdominaux (TA) semblent fréquents en Haïti confronté à des violences socio-politiques récurrents.OBJECTIF : Etudier les patients admis pour TA au centre traumatologie Médecins Sans Frontières
(MSF) Tabarre (Port-au-Prince), et les circonstances de survenue.TYPE D’ETUDE : Ceci est une étude transversale sur des données rétrospectives de Janvier 2020 à Décembre 2021.RÉSULTATS : Sur 3 211 patients admis
pour traumatisme, 541 (17,3%) avaient un TA, dont 500 (91,4%) en lien avec des événements socio-politiques. Leur âge médian était de 30 ans (intervalle interquartile [IQR] 23–38) ; 429 (85,8%) étaient masculin. Une blessure par balle était
notée chez 371 (74,2%). La distance médiane entre le lieu de violence et l’hôpital était de 11 km (IQR 7–15) ; cependant, 9 (1,8%) étaient venus dans l’heure après le traumatisme ; la transfusion était non faite ou insuffisante
chez 169 (33,8%). Une issue défavorable (décès, référence, sortie contre-avis médical) était notée chez 57 (11,4%), avec 8,0% de décès. L’instabilité politique était la principale cause de violence. Une
issue défavorable était associée à une transfusion insuffisante (rapport de risque [RR] 2,4 ; IC 95% 1,4–4,3 ; P = 0,006) ou à une blessure par balle (RR 2,4 ; IC 95% 1,1–5,2 ; P = 0,002).CONCLUSION : Les TA par balle
étaient fréquents durant la période des évènements socio-politiques 2020–2021. Le manque de produits sanguins a eu un impact négatif sur l’issue des patients. Les mesures de sécurité et la collecte de sang doivent toujours
être maintenues et renforcées.
Relations of and between Family Business and Private Enterprise
Authors: Cao Michael
Published: July 2023

In this paper, I draw from economic and organizational sociology to study a psychosocial dimension of modern entrepreneurial dynamics. Namely, I employ a mixed-methods approach to the study of family business members in the U.S and their corresponding economic attitudes about private enterprise as a superlative solution to economic problems. I incorporate quantitative cross tabulation analyses of multivariate relationships derived from data provided by the 2021 General Social Survey (GSS), as well as original qualitative interview data collected from family business members. Based on my findings, I argue role involvement in family business has a significant bearing towards generally positive views of private enterprise ideology. However, the relationship between family business involvement and belief in private enterprise is specified along lines of social class. I further argue how private enterprise belief is differentially associated with the lower and upper class of family business members, an important finding given the systematic impact family businesses can have on the economic fabric of American society.
The Birth of a New China: How the U.S. - China Trade War Affected the Economy and Foreign Policies of Vietnam in 2016 – 2020
Authors: Truong Tri , Malesky Edmund
Published: July 2023

Following the U.S. – China Trade War, Vietnam has been recognized as one of the biggest economic beneficiaries, showing significant economic increases from 2018 – 2020. However, the empirical causal extent of the Trade War’s impact on Vietnam’s economy has largely been ignored, as well as how Vietnam will craft its foreign policies regarding the U.S. – China conflict. Using the difference-in-difference regression approach, this paper attempts to verify the causal impact of the Trade War on Vietnam, focusing on the Vietnam – U.S. export and the Vietnam – China import datasets. The paper also explores Vietnam’s foreign policy strategy for the Trade War and the U.S. – China conflict by conducting traditional qualitative analysis on six qualitative interviews. This paper confirmed that the Trade War had a positive causal effect on Vietnam’s export to America at the country level and Vietnam’s import from China at the tariff level. However, it could not confirm whether the Trade War had such an effect on Vietnam’s import from China at the country level and Vietnam’s export to America at the tariff level. Along with quotes and anecdotes collected from policy experts, this paper suggested that Hanoi must maintain its political neutrality in international affairs while continuing to capitalize on Vietnam’s economic success and enhance its trade relationship with the U.S. and China.
Desvelamento e superação das desigualdades educacionais
Authors: Carneiro Waldeck , Araújo Flavia Monteiro de Barros , dos Santos Pablo Silva Machado Bispo
Published: July 2023

Neste artigo, estabelecemos um diálogo entre três importantes pensadores do século XX: Pierre Bourdieu, Paulo Freire e Darcy Ribeiro. Além de delinear possíveis convergências políticas e intelectuais, trazemos ao debate algumas dimensões dos estudos desses autores que se voltam para o desvelamento e a superação das desigualdades educacionais. Contemporâneos, Paulo Freire (1921-1997) e Darcy Ribeiro (1922-1997) nunca se encontraram ou compartilharam trabalhos com Pierre Bourdieu (1930-2002). Porém, os três pensaram o seu tempo, com seus desafios, possibilidades e contradições, o que configurou, nos três casos, uma valiosa contribuição ao avanço da crítica e da teoria nas ciências humanas e sociais, inclusive nas ciências da educação. Como legado, temos um repertório de estudos e questionamentos que instigam e renovam o debate na sociologia, na antropologia e na pedagogia. Neste trabalho, fazemos conexões entre Bourdieu, Freire e Darcy sobre o desvelamento dos processos de dominação e a superação das desigualdades educacionais.
Relationship between ESG strategies and financial performance of hotel industry in China: An empirical study
Authors: Ding Xueyan , Tseng Cheng-Jui
Published: July 2023

Purpose: This study examines the impact of ESG strategies on the financial performance of international hotels in China.
Design/Methodology/Approach: Data was collected from 348 valid responses out of 353 surveyed hotels to analyze the relationships between ESG dimensions and financial performance.
Findings: The study reveals significant and complementary relationships among the environmental, social, and corporate governance dimensions of ESG in international hotels in China.
Conclusion: Implementing ESG strategies positively influences the financial performance of international hotels in China.
Research Limitations and Implications: Limitations include the focus on a specific region and the use of self-reported survey data. Future research should consider broader industry and geographical contexts as well as alternative data sources.
Practical Implications: The findings emphasize the value of ESG practices for hotel managers in improving financial outcomes.
Contribution to Literature: This study provides empirical evidence on the positive financial impact of ESG strategies in the hotel industry, specifically in the context of China, contributing to the existing literature on ESG and financial performance.
A clinicopathological study of nasal andparanasal sinus tumours
Authors: Joshi Ankita , Behera Subrat , Malik Junaid
Published: July 2023

Introduction: A variety of benign and malignant tumours involving the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses (PNS) are commonly encountered in clinical practice. The presenting features and symptomatology of all sinonasal masses are similar. It is impossible to determine clinically what pathology lies underneath. So a detailed history, clinical examination, proper imaging, and thorough histopathologic evaluation are essential to reach a diagnosis. Objectives The purpose of this study was to classify various types of Benign and malignant lesions presenting as nasal and paranasal mass and characterize their clinico-pathological profile in a tertiary care center.
 Materials and Methods: This was a prospective study where 120 cases of nasal and paranasal masses were included over a period of 24 months (sep 2013-sep 2015) Clinico-pathological study was carried out in these cases. A provisional diagnosis was made after clinical assessment and radiologic investigations, but final diagnosis was made after histopathologic examination.
 Results: The number of benign lesions were more than the malignant lesion, 66.66% versus 33.33% respectively. All age groups were involved and the mean age of presentation was benign tumours 29.5 years and malignant tumours 50.25 years. Male to Female ratio was 3:1 for benign tumours and 1.7:1 for malignant tumours. In our study, among benign lesions the occurrence of Angiofibroma was highest seen in 37.5% cases. In malignant lesions, Squamous cell carcinoma was most common seen in 67.5% cases. Carcinoma nasal cavity was the commonest malignant lesion seen in 70% cases. Nasal obstruction was the most common (91.6%) presenting complaint followed by intermittent epistaxis (69.16%) and nasal discharge (58.3%).
 Conclusion: We concluded that for proper evaluation of a sinonasal mass, clinical, radiologic, and histopathologic evaluation should be carried out conjointly in all the cases. Histopathology always gives a confirmatory diagnosis but in few cases immuno-histocytochemistry becomes the ultimate diagnostic technique for correct and timely intervention.