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Effect of Organisational Change on Employee Performance in Light Manufacturing Firms: A Study of Tannery in Kano State, Nigeria
Authors: Shamsuddeen Alhassan Musa  , Muhammad Baffa Sani
Published: March 2024

It is vital for organisations to know the performance rate of their employees in order to know what changescan be introduced. Deficient employee performance is mostly the reason for organisations to start theprocess of change. Thus, there is poor employee performance among tannery firms in Kano State which overthe years have affected several tanneries performance in the State. This work investigated what effectchanges in organisation have on the performance of employees in the Kano State tanneries. Using a totalpopulation of 1009 employees of the tannery firms under study, a sample size of 285 was drawn usingKrejcie and Morgan scientific table. However, only 259 questionnaires dully filled by the employees wereused for the analysis of the study. The data collected from the respondents was analysed using correlationand multiple regression model on the SPSS statistical package, version 22. The study result shows thatstrategic change, technological change and attitude toward change were significant in predicting employeeperformance while structural change was insignificant in explaining the employee performance of tanneryfirms in Kano State. This study generally recommends that tannery firms in Kano state should implementstrategic change, technological change and attitude toward change because they were found to be positivelyand significantly related with the performance of employee.
Innovation and Sustainable Development in Entrepreneurship
Authors: Sofia Khan, Assistant Professor
Published: March 2024

In today's rapidly changing business landscape the intersection of innovation and sustainable developmenthas become a focal point for entrepreneurs seeking to create lasting impact. This abstract delves into thedynamic relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability. It highlights the essentialrole that innovation plays in driving sustainable development, emphasizing how entrepreneurs are uniquelypositioned to lead this change. Through a synthesis of key concepts and examples, this abstract showcasesthe potential for entrepreneurs to not only disrupt industries but also contribute to a more sustainable andequitable future.Moreover, it navigates the intricate terrain of challenges and abundant opportunities that entrepreneursconfront when striving to implement sustainable solutions. It underscores the profound importance ofconscious and responsible entrepreneurial practices, offering a glimpse into the ever-evolvingentrepreneurial landscape where innovation and sustainability stand as central drivers of success andsocietal well-being. This abstract aligns with multiple research objectives, including scrutinizing the role ofinnovation in sustainable development, forecasting the future of sustainable entrepreneurship, exploring thechallenges and opportunities encountered by entrepreneurs in sustainable solutions and emphasizing thecrucial relationship between innovation and sustainability within entrepreneurship. Overall, this abstractsets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the profound and transformative relationship betweenentrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability.
An Examination of Farmers Engagement in Assam’s Rural Periodic Markets
Authors: Bidyut Jyoti Kalita, Assistant Professor
Published: March 2024

The agricultural marketing scenario of Assam is having some distinct features due to its topographicalfactors. Several issues including intensity of flood etc., makes the agricultural marketing process achallenging task for the farmers as well as the other stakeholders. Often, it appears as a discouraging factorfor the farmers to produce certain crops because of issues related to storage and marketing. Primary marketsare the first connecting link between the producer and buyer of agricultural commodities. Thus theseavenues play a crucial role in providing remunerative return or a means of livelihood to the growers. Thereare mainly three major players in the agricultural marketing scenario of Assam. These are the periodicmarkets, daily markets and mobile markets. Rural periodic markets occupy a significant place for a state likeAssam, where 75 percent of the populations are dependent on agriculture for living directly as well asindirectly. More than 80 percent of the farmers are marginal or small in terms of land holding status. Due tosmall amount of disposable surplus, primary markets are the major avenues for disposal of their produces.Apart from livelihood creation, periodic markets also help in the process of value addition of agriculturecommodities by providing scope for forward and backward linkages for the farmers. In this paper attempt ismade to analyze farmer’s participation in the periodic market of Assam. The study is carried out in theSonitpur district of Assam. The work is primarily descriptive in nature. Primary and secondary data wereused for the study. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were followed to collect the desiredinformation. It was observed that primary markets are the major avenues for disposal of agricultural surplus.The prevalent prices of primary market, distance to the nearest market, volume of marketable surplus etc.,influences the marketing decision of the growers. The study suggest for solving several issues for creating aconducive marketing platform for the benefits of the growers.
Perspectives and a plethora of New Educational and Entrepreneurial Approaches between 2020–2023 in Andhra Pradesh, India
Authors: Gummadi Prasanthi, Research Scholar  , P. Arjun, Research Director
Published: March 2024

COVID-19 has pushed 75 million Indians back into poverty; the risk-control decisions to slow down thevirus by the Indian government have adversely affected the education system in the country and led studentsinto temporary 'home-schooling' situations in 2020–2021. The present study focused on the inconveniencecaused to students living in Visakhapatnam, identifying the technology that has prompted new examples ofeducational innovation and its impact on the trajectory of learning innovation and digitization in the Indianeducation system, on a random sample of 309 students from 8 schools under the public, private, and unaidedcategories. The sample size calculated on a sample of 'n' student beneficiaries is n = z2*p q /d2 (calculated onn = the desired sample size, z = the normal standard deviation, p = the proportion in the target population, andd = absolute precision or accuracy). The data was analysed using a mixed methodology, using a quantitativesampling method by sending an online questionnaire and qualitatively measuring the responses of the targetgroup by percentage. The centuries-old, classical, or lecture-based approaches to teaching methodology,entrenched institutional biases, and outmoded classrooms are still prevalent in some poverty-strickenregions and developing states like Andhra Pradesh in India. In 2023, the education system continued topractice learning anywhere, at any time. Learning outcomes with digital education in various formatspositively impact education. The classical in-person classroom can complement new learning modalities,from live broadcasts to 'educational influencers' to virtual reality experiences. Bridging the gap betweenclassical and contemporary teaching methods, improvising learning, and heading towards lifelong learningby making it a habit integrated into daily routines is valid and should be made a lifestyle.
РОЛЬ РЕНІН-АНГІОТЕНЗИН-АЛЬДОСТЕРОНОВОЇ СИСТЕМИ В РОЗВИТКУ ЦУКРОВОГО ДІАБЕТУ 2 ТИПУ І СЕРЦЕВО-СУДИННИХ ЗАХВОРЮВАНЬ
Authors: Журавльова Лариса , Кулікова Марія , Рогачова Тетяна , Сокольнікова Неля
Published: March 2024

Поширеність метаболічного синдрому швидко зростає в усіх країнах світу через неправильний спосіб життя і наразі охоплює 30% дорослого населення, що робить його глобальною проблемою охорони здоров’я. Метаболічний синдром — це прозапальний стан, який відіграє важливу роль у розвитку і прогресуванні діабету 2 типу та пов’язаних з ним ускладнень, зокрема серцево-судинних захворювань. Серцево-судинні захворювання є основними ускладненнями цукрового діабету 2 типу і значно підвищують ризик смерті, тому дослідження і розповсюдження ефективних методів лікування спільних патогенетичних механізмів цукрового діабету 2 типу і серцево-судинних захворювань є дуже важливим. Активація ренін-ангіотензин-альдостеронової системи чинить провідний внесок не тільки в розвиток атеросклерозу і серцево-судинних захворювань, а також у пригнічення синтезу інсуліну β-клітинами, і, таким чином, в розвиток цукрового діабету 2 типу і його ускладнень. Це підкреслює важливість інгібування ренін-ангіотензин-альдостеронової системи для зменшення ризику розвитку серцево-судинних захворювань і цукрового діабету 2 типу і поліпшення їх перебігу. Втручання у спосіб життя за допомогою впровадження здорового харчування, достатньої фізичної активності, відмови від паління і зловживання алкоголем покращують перебіг метаболічних розладів. Медикаментозна терапія за допомогою блокаторів ренін-ангіотензин-альдостеронової системи значно знижує ризик розвитку і тяжкість перебігу серцево-судинних захворювань і цукрового діабету 2 типу.
Огляд присвячений корекції способу життя і фармакологічній підтримці в профілактиці або відстроченні розвитку серцево-судинних захворювань і цукрового діабету 2 типу. Пошук літератури проводився за базами даних Scopus, Web of Science, MedLine, The Cochrane Library, EMBASE, Global Health.
КЛІНІЧНИЙ ВИПАДОК КОМОРБІДНОГО СТАНУ У ХВОРОЇ НА ГІПОТИРЕОЗ, ОБУМОВЛЕНИЙ АТРОФІЧНИМ ВАРІАНТОМ АВТОІМУННОГО ТИРЕОЇДИТУ
Authors: Кравчун Нонна , Малова Наталія , Сиротенко Лариса , Кравчун Павло
Published: March 2024

Описаний клінічний випадок атипового перебігу гіпотиреозу в сплученні з параксизмальною артеріальною гіпертензією у пацієнтки 1953 р.н. Ретельне обстеження хворої дало змогу діагностувати у неї стеноз ниркової артерії, що призводило до нападів підйомів артеріального тиску при комперсованому тиреоїдному статусі. Правильно підібрана терапевтична корекція призвела до покращення самопочуття пацієнтки.
Processo de Planeación de una Movilidad Académica Internacional
Authors: Quiroz-Schulz Leslie Adriana , De la Fare Mónica
Published: March 2024

Este artigo aborda a questão do planejamento de um MAI, considerando os principais fatores e atores envolvidos nesse processo. A perspectiva teórica baseia-se na Teoria do Campo Científico de Pierre Bourdieu, priorizando os conceitos de capital, habitus e campo científico, incorporando também contribuições de autores latino-americanos. O campo empírico foi construído a partir de 24 entrevistas em profundidade com 24 doutores e doutorandos de quatro Programas, categorizados nos níveis mais elevados da escala de avaliação utilizada no México. Os resultados indicam a relevância de quatro dimensões: financiamento e importância das agências de fomento; a orientação da tese, a coordenação do Programa de Doutoramento e demais atores intervenientes; as experiências anteriores e o capital de mobilidade do doutorando, bem como as principais decisões tomadas pelos agentes: temporalidade e destino.
Hesperidin Enhanced the Antimigratory Activity and Senescence-Mediated G2/M Arrest Effect of PGV-1 Against T47D Luminal Breast Cancer Cells
Authors: Rifai Fauziah Novita Putri , Zulfin Ummi Maryam , Tafrihani Ahmad Syauqy , Ikawati Muthi , Meiyanto Edy
Published: March 2024

Luminal breast cancer cells exhibit proliferative and metastatic characteristics. Exploration of the effective treatment with minimum side effects is necessary. This study aimed to confirm the combination treatment of a potent anticancer candidate PGV-1 and hesperidin on luminal breast cancer cells, T47D, covering its cytotoxic and anti-migratory activities. PGV-1 showed much stronger cytotoxicity with an IC50 value of 2 μM than that of hesperidin (200 μM) as evaluated by trypan blue exclusion assay, but the combination of the two compounds exhibited a synergistic effect. Propidium iodide (PI) staining with flow cytometry proved that the combination treatment increased the cell population in the G2/M phase. Additionally, the combination treatment increased senescent cells as shown in senescence associated β-galactosidase (SA-β-gal) assay which might correlate to its antiproliferative properties. In addition, the scratch wound healing assay showed that the combination also inhibited cell migration significantly. Molecular docking of the two compounds demonstrated potential interaction with their protein targets in cell cycle machinery, i.e. KIF1, CDK1, TOP2A, CA12, ESR1, FN1, and TYMS. Altogether, these findings strengthen the evidence of anti-cancer properties enhancement of PGV-1 in luminal breast cancer through combining the compound with hesperidin.
THE EFFECTS OF COGNITIVE RESTRUCTURING TECHNIQUE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF EXHIBITIONISM AMONG FEMALE ADOLESCENT STUDENTS IN LAGOS STATE
Authors: KIKELOMO OLUWAYEMISI (PhD) ADEDOTUN, , OLUBUNMI (PhD) LAPITE, AKOLADE , UZEZI (CLN) IDHALAMA, OGAGAOGHENE
Published: March 2024

The study of exhibitionism among the youths, especially adolescents, has been a major concern of parents, school administrators, counsellors, and society. Hence, the study investigated the effectiveness of the Cognitive Restructuring Technique (CRT) in managing exhibitionism among female adolescents in Lagos State. The study adopted a pre-test, post-test, and control group quasi-experimental design with a 2 x 2 factional matrix. The researcher utilized a multi-stage simple random sampling technique to select participants for the study. A sample size of 60 participants was drawn from two educational districts in Lagos State. The training programme lasted for eight weeks. The two validated instruments used for data collection were Adolescent Exhibitionism Scales (AES) r 0.64 and Social Economic Status Scales (SESS) r = 0.87. Two hypotheses were formulated and tested at a 0.05 level of significance. The two hypotheses were rejected. Data were analyzed using the analysis of Covariance and t-test. The findings discovered that Cognitive Restructuring therapy is very effective in curbing exhibitionism, the findings also imply that socioeconomic status has implications on the manifestation of exhibitionism behaviour of the participants. Based on the findings, it was suggested that conscious efforts be made by school counsellors, school administrators, parents, and other stakeholders to adopt (CRT) when handling adolescents with behavioural problems such as exhibitionism, as this would reduce deviant behaviour in adolescents.
Shortcomings in The Translation of Qur’anic Verses
Authors: Alenzi Abdulrahman
Published: March 2024

The Holy Qur’an has been the most important scripture for Muslims from the beginning of the Islamic message. Islam is followed by roughly 2 million followers from different backgrounds and ethnicities. A book of this importance needs crucially to be translated in a way that carries over the whole meaning from the original text to the target text. The Holy Qur’an is a scripture that requires native speakers to find meanings for what is said in it. The different books of Tafsir are there for natives to understand what the Qur’an entails and what messages it carries, even though the Qur’an is in Arabic. The paper looks at the different translations of the Holy Qur’an and what shortcomings they have. A translator, in the best case scenario, has one of the two languages as their mother tongue. Thus the need for a review of the different translations of the verses presented in the popular translations.
EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL E ARGUMENTAÇÃO COMO FERRAMENTAS DE CONSTRUÇÃO DO CONHECIMENTO NA FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE
Authors: Ferreira dos Santos Jeneffe , Araujo Sá Roberto
Published: March 2024

Este estudo objetiva compreender reflexões acerca dos processos argumentativos realizados por licenciandos em Química da Universidade Federal de Pernambuco – Campus Agreste ‒ sobre um tema socioambiental. Sendo assim, analisa a contribuição das ações discursivas para o diálogo que visa a construção do conhecimento; e a concepção dos estudantes sobre os impactos causados ao meio ambiente. Refere-se a uma pesquisa qualitativa e de cunho descritivo e tem como fonte de dados as falas e os argumentos dos professores em formação durante uma roda de diálogo em torno do tema Poluição dos rios. A análise se deu pelas ações discursivas: pragmática, epistêmica e argumentativa, bem como pela unidade triádica: argumento, contra-argumento e resposta. No debate foram evidenciadas as ações discursivas de forma entrelaçada; a integralidade da unidade triádica na argumentação; e a essência da ação epistêmica na opinião dos licenciandos. Concluiu-se que esse movimento contribuiu para a construção do conhecimento, visto que os licenciandos estavam constantemente movendo processos reflexivos. E, assim, repensou-se sobre o seu contexto social, para posteriormente refletir sobre estratégias para o ensino de Ciências.
Eco-Physiological Studies of Some Halophytes Naturally Occurring in Tehsil Deedwana, District Deedwana-Kuchaman, Rajasthan, India
Authors: Quereishi Jehangeer Rehman
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Deedwana tehsil of State Rajasthan is facing a tragic problem of salinity. Almost 60% of total 160252.99 ha of land is under salt stress. This has created a deleterious impact on, not only the soils of these lands but also on the yield of the crops therein. Eco-physiological studies of some halophytes of these areas have shown that there are very characteristic structural features have been developed in these plants. Possible factor for this is soil which undergoing degradation due to increased ionic levels. This research paper presents an eco-physiological investigation of three halophytes, Salsola baryosma, Suaeda fruticosa, and Trianthema triquetra, in the arid region of Deedwana, Rajasthan, India. The study aims to understand the adaptive strategies and physiological responses of these plants to the extreme salinity conditions prevailing in their habitat. Field surveys were conducted to assess the distribution and abundance of the selected halophytes, followed by collection of plant samples for laboratory analysis.
Fabrication and Design of a Mechanical Polymer Mixer
Authors: Ismail M.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Polymer nanoparticle composites present industrial potential in many applications. However, some limitations for the application of these composites are due to the non-uniformity of their mechanical properties. One of the main issues of that drawback is the lack of uniform distribution of the nanoparticle’s reinforcement inside the polymer matrix. In other words, uniform distribution of nanoparticles throughout polymer matrices presents a crucial issue for obtaining sound parts of fair enough mechanical properties. That would present a limitation for use in different areas of applications. A mechanical mixer with a special design has been developed during the present work. A prototype mixer has been carried out, and used for the synthetization of polystyrene carbon nanoparticles, (CNP’s) composites. The design of the developed mechanical mixer is based on the principle of subjecting the mixture of CNP’s and Polymer to multi-shearing strokes in a bi-directions extrusion die during heating at appropriate temperature for a specific time. The produced composites have been subjected to metallographic examination, and mechanical testing to investigate the effectiveness of using the developed mechanical mixture. Metallographic examination of specimens of the produced composites parts using SEM have shown fair enough distribution of the carbon nanoparticles throughout the polymer matrix. The mechanical properties of the produced composites have been evaluated, and the results showed comparable values with respect to those dismantled in publications.
Stabilization of Expansive Soils Using Flyash
Authors: Sridevi Paidi
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Soil plays an essential role in the construction of any civil engineering structure. It must be able to withstand the loads without breaking down. In some areas, the soil may not be strong enough to withstand the incoming loads. To address this, there are many methods of soil stabilization available, but some of these methods, such as chemical stabilization, lime stabilization, etc., can have an adverse effect on the soil's chemical composition. In this paper, we will be looking at the effects of fly ash on the strength gain of an expansive clay soil when combined with different percentages of fly ash, such as 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25%. We will also be looking at tests to determine the strength gain of the soil with and without fly ash. The results of the laboratory study will show that adding fly ash to the expansive clay soil reduces the soil's plasticity index and increases its MDD. The expansive clayey soil's strength characteristics have improved.
Fake Product Identification System for E-Commerce Applications
Authors: Keesara Sireesha
Published: March 2024

Abstract: The use of blockchain technology, combined with QR codes, presents a promising solution for identifying and combating counterfeit products efficiently and securely. By integrating a blockchain-based system with QR code scanning, stakeholders can establish a reliable mechanism to verify product authenticity. This system involves storing product details and generating unique QR codes for each product as blocks in the blockchain database. When a QR code is uploaded, the system compares the code against entries in the blockchain database. If a match is found, the customer receives a notification confirming the product's authenticity; otherwise, they are alerted that the product is fake. Blockchain technology's ability to eliminate the need for trusted intermediaries, facilitate faster transactions, and provide transparency makes it particularly intriguing for addressing counterfeit issues. However, reducing counterfeits requires a comprehensive approach, including increasing awareness, legal action against counterfeiters, implementing a robust alert system, and ensuring secure packaging. These factors, combined with blockchain technology and digital signature verification, can lead to a more efficient and thorough strategy for combating counterfeiting in the marketplace
Using Coconut Shells to Replace Some of the Coarse Aggregate
Authors: Kumbhar Vishwanath M.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Massive buildings are being made as part of the urbanization and development process as it grows daily. In terms of stress, steel is superior to concrete because it is lighter. Even yet, using steel alone to build a structure is not recommended. Concrete is less expensive than steel. Thus, concrete is the material of choice for construction. Cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and water are the ingredients required to build concrete. More coarse aggregate is used than other ingredients in the creation of the concrete mix. Better and stronger aggregates are obtained by deeper excavation. Because the parent rock from which coarse aggregates are extracted determines their strength. Thus, the price of coarse aggregate is rising quickly. Coconut shells are used as a partial substitute for coarse aggregates in order to lower the expense and deeper excavation required. Using coconut shells as aggregates minimizes the agricultural waste that is generated from the shells. Because these materials are lightweight, light weight concrete is produced. The cost of building materials is increasing daily these days due to the rising use of concrete. One of the most crucial components of concrete is coarse aggregate. Because coarse aggregate requires deeper excavations, their cost rises. Thus, coconut shells from agricultural waste are chosen to replace some of the coarse aggregate. The amount of waste material made from coconut shells grows daily.
Pemberian Tepung Kulit Pisang Terfermentasi Dalam Ransum Terhadap Recahan Karkas Ayam Kampung Super
Authors: I Made Artama  , Ni Ketut Etty Suwitari  , I Gusti Ayu Dewi Seri Rejeki
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of fermented banana peel flour in the ration on the carcass of super native chickens aged 10 weeks. And knowing what percentage of the level of fermented banana peel flour in the ration was able to give the best results to the carcass fragments of super native chickens aged 10 weeks. The research design used was a completely randomized design (CRD) which consisted of 5 treatments, namely: R0 (ration without fermented banana peel flour), R1 (ration with 2.5% fermented banana peel flour), R2 (ration with 5% banana peel flour). fermented banana), R3 (ration with 7.5% fermented banana peel flour), R4 (ration with 10% fermented banana peel flour). Provision of fermented banana peel flour in the ration had no significant effect (P>0.05) on carcass weight, thigh weight, chest weight, back weight and wing weight
Pemberian Tepung Kulit Pisang Terfermentasi Dalam Ransum Terhadap Persentase Karkas Ayam Kampung Kampung Super Umur 3 - 10 Minggu
Authors: Nyoman Handy Setiyawan  , I Nyoman Kaca  , Luh Suariani
Published: March 2024

expensive. The cost of feed in a livestock business reaches 60-70% of the total production cost, so it is very important to find other alternatives in providing feed ingredients for rations. The feed ingredients that need to be used as alternative feed ingredients include those from agricultural industry waste, one of which is banana peels. The experimental design used was a completely randomized design (CRD) consisting of 5 treatments and 3 replications. The treatments were R0 (the ration without the addition of fermented banana peel flour), R1 (the ration containing 2.5% fermented banana peel flour.), R2 (the ration containing 5% fermented banana peel flour), R3 (the ration containing 7, 5% fermented banana peel flour), R4 (ration containing 10% fermented banana peel flour). The results showed that the addition of fermented banana peel flour in the ration did not have a significant effect (P>0.05) on all observed variables (cut weight, carcass weight, percentage of carcass and percentage of non-carcass). Giving fermented banana peel flour as much as 7.5% (R3) always absolute gave higher cutting weight and carcass weight results
Study of the most prevalent parasitic diseases especially pinworm among children aged (5-12years) in various areas of Dhi Qar Governorate
Authors: Askar Mahmood Razzaq Mashar
Published: March 2024

Objective: This study included investigating the quality and prevalence of external and internal (intestinal) parasites among children in various regions at Dhi Qar government. The current study also aimed to focus on and find out the relationship between pinworm infection and appendicitis.
Methods: The study was conducted during the period between February and July in the year 2023. The study included 100 patients infected with one or more types of ecto or intestinal parasites of both sexes, their ages ranged from 5 to 12 years. A clinical examination was performed for them by a pediatrician and they were sent to the laboratory to conduct the necessary laboratory tests.
Results: The current study revealed that a number of parasitic infections, whether external or internal, are associated with anemia and malnutrition in children, in addition to poor psychological condition. Some cases of parasitic worms, especially pinworms, were associated with acute appendicitis.  A number of histopathological changes were found after examining the excised organ histologically These changes included necrosis of the sub mucosal layer, erosion of the mucosal lining, and an abundance of fibroblasts in the muscle and serum layers.
Conclusion: Acute appendicitis due to E. vermicularis is a very rare occurrence. The histopathological analysis of resected specimens should pay special attention to search for this parasite for adequate post-operative treatment of patients.
Gambaran Resiliensi Pada Family Caregiver Pasien COVID-19 Yang Meninggal
Authors: Ingelia Budi , Agustini Agustini
Published: March 2024

Penelitian bertujuan untuk mendapatkan gambaran resiliensi family caregiver pada pasien COVID-19 yang meninggal. Resiliensi merupakan proses di mana individu mampu mengelola tekanan atau peristiwa traumatis, seperti misalnya peristiwa kematian anggota keluarga. Individu yang resilien memiliki kapasitas untuk menghadapi rintangan serta melanjutkan hidup mereka lebih baik dari sebelumnya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus, pada empat orang partisipan. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa keempat partisipan sebagai family caregiver dari pasien COVID-19 memiliki resiliensi dengan kadar yang berbeda. Ditemukan pada partisipan pertama faktor komunitas kurang terpenuhi. Walaupun partisipan mendapatkan dukungan dan bantuan dari komunitas ketika pasien yang dirawatnya sakit dan meninggal,  sejak kematian pasien partisipan membatasi pergaulannya hanya pada lingkup keluarga dan pekerjaan dikarenakan tidak ingin menjawab pertanyaan-pertanyaan yang mungkin ditanyakan seputar kematian pasien. Sementara itu, pada partisipan keempat, faktor konsep diri masih kurang positif. Partisipan melihat dirinya sebagai orang yang berempati besar, namun juga rapuh. Selain kedua hal tersebut, semua aspek dan faktor serta sumber pembentukan resiliensi terpenuhi pada keempat partisipan penelitian ini. Peneliti juga membahas temuan baru dalam penelitian ini, yaitu faktor-faktor yang dipercaya peneliti berperan memengaruhi bentuk resiliensi partisipan. Faktor-faktor itu adalah kedekatan family caregiver dan pasien; serta situasi saat pasien sakit dan setelah pasien meninggal.
Kecerdasan Emosional dalam Membentuk Perilaku Prososial
Authors: Naufal Dary Dafa , Nuraqmarina Fatma
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara kecerdasan emosional dengan perilaku prososial pada mahasiswa universitas mercu buana kranggan. Pengelolaan emosi sangatlah penting bagi individu guna pengambilan keputusan dalam bertindak, karena kecerdasan intelektual tidak berarti apa-apa bila emosi yang berkuasa. Penelitian ini menggunakan teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu Non Probability Sampling dengan jenis Accidental Sampling. Responden yang ada dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Universitas Mercu Buana Kranggan yang berjumlah 3172 orang yang diambil sebanyak 153 sampel untuk penelitian ini. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian kuantitatif korelasional. Skala yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah skala kecerdasan emosional (Goleman’s refinement model of emotional intelligence) yang dikembangkan oleh Ashkan Khalili (2011) dan skala perilaku prososial (Prosocial Tendencies Measure (PTM)) oleh Eisenberg (1989). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kecerdasan emosional dengan perilaku prososial atau dapat dikatakan semakin tinggi kecerdasan emosional yang dimiliki mahasiswa Universitas Mercu Buana Kranggan maka semakin tinggi pula perilaku prososial yang ditunjukan. Sebaliknya jika kecerdasan emosional rendah maka semakin rendah juga perilaku prososial yang ditunjukan.
Kehidupan Fanbase Twitter Nctzenhalu (Studi Korelasi antara Kesepian dan Hubungan Parasosial pada Dewasa Awal)
Authors: Lestari Ayu Dhaning , Pohan Hema Dayita
Published: March 2024

The wave of K-Pop can be found among various age groups around the world with easy access on social media in finding out information on his favorite idol figures. As a result of this sense of closeness, fans can use media figures as a substitute for social relationships in overcoming loneliness. This research aims to find out whether there is a correlation between loneliness and parasocial relationship. The convenience sampling method was used to select 151 respondents who followed the nctzenhalu on twitter for this research. The researcher used the parasocial relationship scale instrument based on the aspects proposed by Maltby et al. and the loneliness scale based on the aspects proposed by Weiss for this research. The analytical technique used in this research was the Spearman-Rho correlation test. The results of this research indicate that there is a positive relationship between loneliness and parasocial relationships in early adulthood, which means the greater the loneliness, the greater the parasocial relationship.
Binge-watching terhadap Stres Akademik pada Mahasiswa yang Sedang Menyusun Skripsi Pada Masa pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Pasay Yelda Aryadila , Hapsari Iriani Indri , Yudhistira Santi
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh binge-watching terhadap stres akademik pada mahasiswa yang sedang mengerjakan skripsi di masa pandemi COVID-19. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner kepada 508 mahasiswa di JABODETABEK yang sedang menyusun skripsi dan dalam kurun waktu 6 bulan terakhir. Alat ukur yang digunakan adalah Student-life Stress Inventory (SSI) dan Binge-watching Engagement and Symptom Questionnaire (BWESQ). Uji statistik yang digunakan untuk menguji hipotesis adalah analisis regresi linier sederhana. Hasil analisis pada penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa nilai signifikansi = 0,000 < 0,05, dengan nilai R square sebesar 0,505. Sehingga dapat dikatakan bahwa ada pengaruh yang signifikan antara binge watchin terhadap stres akademik sebesar 50,5% dengan arah positif, sehingga tingkat stres akademik juga lebih tinggi pada mahasiswa yang sedang mengerjakan skripsi di masa pandemi COVID-19.
The poorly-explored stomatal response to temperature at constant evaporative demand
Authors: Buckley Thomas , Mills Colleen , Bartlett Megan
Published: March 2024

Changes in leaf temperature are known to drive stomatal responses,
because the leaf-to-air water vapor gradient (Δ w) increases with
temperature if ambient vapor pressure is held constant, and stomata
respond to changes in Δ w. However, the direct response of
stomata to temperature (DRST; the response when Δ w is held
constant by adjusting ambient humidity) has been examined far less
extensively. Though the meager available data suggest the response is
usually positive, results differ widely and defy broad generalization.
As a result, little is known about the DRST. This review discusses the
current state of knowledge about the DRST, including numerous
hypothesized biophysical mechanisms, potential implications of the
response for plant adaptation, and possible impacts of the DRST on
plant-atmosphere carbon and water exchange in a changing climate.
A pilot of artificial intelligence telephone triage of patients with suspected head and neck cancer
Authors: Mason Katrina , Young Karen , Rao Kanishka , Kelly Mairead , Lim Ernest , Higham Aishling , Pennington Nick de , Little Sarah , Ofo Enyi
Published: March 2024

1. The overwhelming majority of patients referred into
secondary care with suspected head and neck cancer (HNC) do not have
cancer (~95%). 2. During the COVID-19 pandemic
telephone triage of patients with suspected HNC was necessary. During
this time, a validated HNC risk-calculator, HaNC-RC-v2 (a set of
symptomatology-based questions) was recommended by ENT UK to stratify
patients into high or low risk of having HNC via telephone triage
[(1)](#ref-0001) 3. Ufonia, a digital health company which uses an
Artificial Intelligence (AI) voice assistant to automate clinical
conversations via telephone, and *INSTITUTION*, were awarded an SBRI
Healthcare grant to help develop an AI-delivered HNC triage telephone
call. This was based on the HaNC-RC-v2 and co-created with HNC patients
from the Heads2Gether charity via round-table discussions and one-to-one
sessions. 4. Twenty-nine patients underwent a clinician-supervised
AI-delivered HNC triage conversation as part of their standard telephone
consultation. 100% of calls were completed with an average agreement of
89% between the clinician and the AI system for all symptoms asked. The
technology was highly acceptable to patients with a median net promoter
score (NPS) score of 8 out of 10. 5. Novel technologies involving AI
automated telephone calls can be generated to remotely triage suspected
HNC patients. This technology may offer an exciting opportunity to help
departments triage suspected HNC referrals in an ever increasingly
resource pressurised NHS.
Essential norm of generalized integral type operator from QK(p,q) to Zygmund spaces
Authors: Manavi Ayyoub , Hassanlou Mostafa , Vaezi Hamid
Published: March 2024

Let ? be an analytic self-map on D, n ? N and 1 ? H(D). We consider the essential norm of the generalized integral-type operator Cn ?,g : QK (p,q) ? Z? that is defined as follows (Cn ?,g f) (z) = ?z0 f(n)(?(?))1(?) d?, for all f ? QK (p,q). We give an estimate for the essential norm of the above operator.
Further characterizations of k-generalized projectors and k-hypergeneralized projectors
Authors: Zuo Kezheng , Li Yu , Alazemi Abdullah
Published: March 2024

The paper focuses on the classes of the k-generalized and k-hypergeneralized
projectors. Several original features of these classes are identified and
new properties are characterized. We present some relations between
k-generalized and k-hypergeneralized projectors that generalize appropriate
relations between generalized and hypergeneralized projectors given in
[Further properties of generalized and hypergeneralized projectors, Linear
Algebra and its Applications, 389 (2004) 295-303] and [Further results on
generalized and hypergeneralized projectors, Linear Algebra and its
Applications, 429 (2008) 1038-1050].
Contact screen transversal Cauchy-Riemann lightlike submanifolds of indefinite Sasakian manifolds
Authors: Poyraz Nergiz
Published: March 2024

We study contact screen transversal Cauchy-Riemann (STCR)-lightlike
submanifolds of indefinite Sasakian manifolds. We prove existence and
non-existence theorems and find the integrability conditions of
integrability of various distributions. We derive some characterization
theorems for a contact STCR-lightlike submanifold to be a STCR-lightlike
product. Moreover, we find results for minimal contact STCR-lightlike
submanifolds of indefinite Sasakian manifolds. We also give examples.
On the p-Laplacian type equation with logarithmic nonlinearity: existence, decay and blow up
Authors: Irkıl Nazlı
Published: March 2024

This work is deal with a problem of wave equation with p-Laplacian, strong
damping and logarithmic source terms under initial-boundary conditions. The
global existence of weak solution was proved for related to the equation.
Global existence results of solutions are obtained using the potential well
method, Galerkin method and compactness approach corresponding to the
logarithmic source term. Besides, we established the energy functional
decaying polynomially to zero as the time goes to infinity due to Nakao?s
inequality and some precise priori estimates on logarithmic nonlinearity.
For suitable conditions we proved the finite time blow up results of
solutions. The proof is based on the concavity method, perturbation energy
method and differential-integral inequality technique. Additionally, under
suitable assumptions on initial data, the infinite time blow up result is
investigated with negative initial energy.
Existence and L∞-estimates for non-uniformly elliptic equations with non-polynomial growths
Authors: Benslimane Omar , Aberqi Ahmed , Elmassoudi Mhamed
Published: March 2024

In the current paper, we investigate the existence and regularity of weak
solutions to a class of non-uniformly elliptic equations with degenerate
coercivity and non-polynomial growth. The model case is given as follows:
div(exp(1 + |Du|)/(1 + |u|)2 Du) + M(|Du|)/(1 + |u|)2.u = f in ?. An L?-
estimate of solutions is also obtained for an L1-datum f.
Analysis of antibiofilm activity gold and silver nanoparticles against uropathogenic Escherichia coli using confocal laser scanning microscopy
Authors: Purbowati Rini , Ama Fuad , Tjandra Lusiani , Masfufatun Masfufatun , Indahsari Noer , Rahmawati Febtarini
Published: March 2024

Infectious diseases, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), significantly impact global health, diminishing the quality of life and increasing clinical and economic burdens. Concerns arise due to the potential development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) facilitated by biofilm formation. Nanotechnology, specifically silver and silver nanoparticles (1–100 nm), proves effective against bacterial strains, making them valuable in the biomedical field. Advances in microscopic imaging techniques, such as Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy (CLSM), enhance our understanding of biofilms. This study aims to assess the effectiveness and optimal concentration of gold and silver nanoparticles in combating biofilms formed by uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) through CLSM analysis. The research comprises the following stages: rejuvenation of bacterial isolates and inoculum preparation, testing the anti-biofilm activity of gold and silver nanoparticles at concentrations of 25, 50, 75, and 100 ppm against UPEC using CLSM analysis. The findings reveal that both gold and silver nanoparticles exhibit anti-biofilm activity against UPEC at concentrations of 25, 50, 75, and 100 ppm, as confirmed by CLSM analysis. The optimal concentration for anti-biofilm activity of gold and silver nanoparticles against UPEC is identified as 100 ppm.
Androgenic Anabolic Steroids Perturb Hepatocellular Tissue Damage Mediated by Oxidative Stress in the Presence of Endogenous Antioxidant
Authors: Memudu Adejoke Elizabeth
Published: March 2024

Objective of the study: Anabolic androgenic steroids (AASs) unlawfully misused for their anabolic effects has deleterious effects of major concerns in public health even in the presence of endogenously produced antioxidants. This study is to evaluate the interaction between AAS metabolites and endogenously produced superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity in AAS treatment and AAS abstinence. Materials and Methods: Twenty (20) adult male Wistar used were divided into four (4) groups, A and B served as the positive and negative control given normal saline and olive oil respectively, C and D was given 120mg/kg/bodyweight oral AAS for 21 days while D served as the 7 days withdrawal group after AAS treatment by evaluating histopathological changes in the liver histology, mucin/ glycogen granules, network of reticulum fibers, liver function enzymes; alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST), lipid peroxidation enzyme malondialdehyde (MDA) and antioxidant enzyme. Results and Discussion: AAS treatment perturbed hepatocellular membrane integrity seen in the increase MDA, AST and ALT activity which caused disruption of the hepatocytes cell integrity attributed to a decline in endogenous SOD. However, AAS withdrawal group gradually reversed AAS mediated heaptocellular pathogenesis associated with progressive elevation of endogenous SOD, decline in MDA and activities of liver function test. Conclusion: AAS mediates hepatic injury through lipid peroxidation and a decline in endogenous antioxidant enzyme, withdrawal of AAS slows down the oxidative damage process when the endogenous antioxidant production increases and mobs off ROS generated by AAS ingested thereby protecting against liver injury and hepato-cellular break down.
Governance Strategies and Philosophies for Combating Real Estate Money Laundering In Canada
Authors: Na Jiang
Published: March 2024

In the realm of international criminal activities, public political figures (PEPs) frequently exploit the real estate market for money laundering purposes. The simplicity of this practice, coupled with substantial capital flows and stable returns, attracts criminal proceeds to Canada and other Western countries. Implementing anti-money laundering (AML) legislation and adhering to the recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) have become pivotal in refining domestic AML systems and safeguarding international reputation. Studies of anti-money laundering directives from Europe, America, and the FATF, along with Canada's recent initiative in Vancouver to enhance transparency in land ownership, reveal that uncovering the identities of landowners and bolstering information sharing about high-risk clients are effective measures to prevent the infiltration of criminal funds into the real estate market. The application of this concept necessitates the establishment of a risk identification and management system based on big data as particularly essential.
Crimes and Neuroimaging: Essay Refuting the Biological Factors of Criminal Minds Part II
Authors: Alahmari Abdulwahab F
Published: March 2024

In the previous paper, a description of a common phenomenon among popular neuroscience books authors was highlighted. In this paper, the philosophical roots of these ideas will be dissected and this paper will examine the strongest two cases these authors postulate to the public as hard evidence that sleepwalkers have no consciousness or free will.
The Connecting Point of DNA and BPA Expertise of Bloodstained Objects
Authors: Stojanovic Ivan
Published: March 2024

During trials, eyewitness testimony is often deemed unreliable or biased, and then physical evidence becomes crucial for the conviction of the perpetrator. Crime-scene investigators identify items of interest at a crime scene, usually items such as bloodstained clothing and footwear which are transported to a forensic laboratory for further testing.
Given the 2023 Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action Changes, should Race and Ethnicity be used as a Criterion for Admission to Medical School
Authors: Finney Kimberly
Published: March 2024

The guarantee of equal protection cannot mean one thing when applied to one individual and something else when applied to a person of another color. If both are not accorded the same protection, then it is not equal." Justice Powell
Recruitment of Honorary Teachers in Public Elementary Schools
Authors: Putrawan Gde Dharma , Marmoah Sri , Supianto
Published: March 2024

The teacher is one of the factors that determine the success of education. Honorary teachers are a reality in Indonesia's education sector, including in public elementary schools. This research explores the meaning related to the recruitment of honorary teachers in public elementary schools. The research adopts a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method. The data in this study are transcripts of in-depth interviews with informants. Fourteen informants in this study comprised twelve honorary elementary school teachers and two school principals. There are three stages of data analysis data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. This research found that public elementary school s employ honorary teachers to address teacher shortages. Each honorary teacher has their own reasons for registering as an honorary teacher, such as job opportunities, bringing happiness to their parents, and a sense of dedication. Public elementary schools can recruit honorary teachers even if they do not have a PGSD degree. The implications of this research are related to meeting the needs of teachers in public elementary schools, increasing the welfare of honorary teachers, and teacher recruitment that takes into account the suitability of educational qualifications.