bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Toxicological Effects of Commonly Used Mosquito Coil Smoke on Liver and Lung Function in Rats
Authors: Abubakar Hadiza , Gimba Muhammed Yahuza , Muhammad Wudil Alhassan , Shehu Dayyabu , Yaú Murtala
Published: May 2024

The utilization of mosquito coils as a household-level strategy for mosquito control is widely practiced in malaria-endemic regions spanning Africa, Asia, and South America. However, the continuous application of mosquito coils has prompted significant apprehensions concerning environmental and health implications. This research aims to evaluate the potential hepatic and pulmonary toxicities associated with the inhalation of mosquito coil smoke in rat subjects over both sub-chronic and chronic durations. A questionnaire was used to make inquiries regarding the prevalent types and brands of mosquito coils employed, the manner in which they are used, the durations for which they are utilized. A total of twenty-four albino rats were categorized into three distinct groups: the control group and two exposed groups. These groups were subjected to distinct brands of mosquito coil smoke across two distinct exposure regimens – a sub-chronic exposure lasting 4 weeks and a chronic exposure spanning 12 weeks. Following the exposure periods, blood samples were collected for the analysis of serum-based and biochemical markers, including serum aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (AST), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), bilirubin, serum bicarbonate, and Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), oxygen saturation, C-reactive protein, total protein, and microscopic analysis of lung tissue and liver tissue. The histopathological analysis of lung tissue was appropriately included. However, the analysis of liver tissue was omitted. The results demonstrated a significant elevation in the levels of these biochemical markers among the exposed rats in comparison to the control group. Concurrently, a decrease in blood oxygen saturation was noted in the exposed rats when contrasted with the control group. Conversely, the serum concentrations of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein, total protein, and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) did not exhibit notable differences in relation to the control group. Additionally, microscopic analysis of lung tissue indicated the presence of histopathological lesions in the exposed rats, suggesting a detrimental impact of mosquito coil smoke exposure in a time-dependent progression.
Molecular Epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2 Variants in Vaccinated and Non-Vaccinated Patients of Erbil Province, Kurdistan Region-Iraq
Authors: Hassan Dlshad Abdullah , Maulud Sazan Qadir , Rzgar Farooq Rashid  , Jivan Qasim Ahmed  , Ali Rezhna Khider
Published: May 2024

Multiple new SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (VOC) have emerged globally since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the virus continuing to evolve, more are expected. This emphasizes the need for rapid diagnostic methods for the detection of circulating lineages. Variants-specific real-time reverse transcription (rRT)-PCR method can be used as an alternative to genome sequencing, which is expensive and labored for identifying these variants, especially in settings with limited resources. We assessed the prevalence of various SARS-CoV-2 variants spreading in the Erbil province using a diagnostic screening RT-PCR-based method. A total of 144 SARS-CoV-2 positive samples were prospectively tested for known SARS-CoV2 variants using ViroQ® SC2 Variant rRT-PCR. Furthermore, the technique was validated using 25 SARS-CoV-2 negative nasal samples. Out of 144 SARS-CoV-2 positive samples, 118 (81.9%) were B.1.617.2 (Delta), 5 (3.5%) were Epsilon B.1.427/B.1.429, 1(0.7%) was Eta B.1.525, 2(1.4%) were SARS-CoV-2 Wild type, while 18 (12.5%) were undefined variant, and the delta strain was the most prevalent SARS-CoV-2 strain. Our study showed that variant-specific RT-PCR could be a useful tool for the rapid screening of SARS-CoV-2 variants.
Creative Movement and Anti-Gentrification: Learning from Los Tjihapit Market's Coffee in Bandung
Authors: Hajaria Nirmala , Nabila Adha Ika Putri , Puteri Lidhiya Ananda Rizki , Syarifah Maryam Shofi , Ekomadyo Agus Suharjono
Published: May 2024

The phenomenon of gentrification, driven by the presence of the creative class, is a consequence of the global implementation of the Creative City concept. Bandung has adopted this concept, and one of the areas developed by the creative class is the Cihapit Market area. This article examines how the "creative" community, specifically Kopi Pasar Los Tjihapit, sustains its business amidst gentrification through a placekeeping strategy. Participatory qualitative descriptive research methods were employed to explore the role of architectural space as part of the placekeeping strategy. Five strategies were identified: 1) zoning to support maintenance, 2) collaboration spaces for various partnerships, 3) space flexibility through collective decision-making, 4) collaborative spaces to encourage community involvement, and 5) coordination of all aspects to preserve the public market character. In conclusion, the success of creative placekeeping strategies in architectural spaces combines non-technical aspects such as community enthusiasm with technical aspects such as the arrangement of physical architectural elements.
El ambiente como laboratorio en el aprendizaje de las Ciencias Naturales a nivel de Educación Básica
Authors: Robles Espinoza Natalia Elisabet , Dutasaca Roche Michael Geovanny , Martínez Sangucho Mónica Elizabeth , Llumiguano Amangandi Betty Carolina
Published: May 2024

La educación es ese escenario de reconocimiento de lo humano en sociedad y, del pensamiento sobre la racionalización; este principio, determina un sistema cognoscente de extensión sistémica, donde nada surge de la nada, sino que, se circunscribe en una dialógica situada en la lógica múltiple. De esta manera, la ciencia toma una nueva perspectiva circunstancial, donde no sólo se visualiza en su connotación conceptual, sino ontoepistémica, asumiendo al contexto y su trascendencia, en ese vínculo rizomático del ser y hacer; por ello, se ha de repensar la manera en cómo se enseña las ciencias, por una nueva visión paradigmática divergente, lugarizada en el sentido del escolar, ubicando el significado en su extrapolación. Es así, que el objetivo de este extenso es describir documentalmente el ambiente como laboratorio en el aprendizaje de las ciencias naturales a nivel de la educación general básica de Ecuador.
Evaluating the Impact of Collaborative Art, Therapy and Training on Police Legitimacy: The Perceptions Held by Individuals with Substance Abuse Disorder and Police Officers
Authors: Williams Jr. Frederick A. , Higgins George E.
Published: May 2024

This qualitative pilot study was funded by a federal micro-grant to seek to fill a void in the literature on police legitimacy. The focus of this pilot study was to determine if collaborative art therapy and training can change the perceptions of police legitimacy held by individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) or the perceptions of the police toward individuals with SUD. Besides the collaborative activities, individuals with SUD and police officers were provided with therapy and/or training sessions during the period of collaboration.
The methodology for this study included the use of electronic survey instruments to evaluate any changes in perception. These instruments were administered anonymously before and after all therapy, training, and collaboration activities occurred. Each instrument contained open-ended questions relating to Police Legitimacy Scale (PLS) (Tankebe et al., 2016) categories, as well as additional measures. Analysis included qualitative methods to provide context and identify themes for content analysis. Findings did not confirm change overall however, positive responses support police legitimacy, perceptual changes and relationship building. Recommendations are made for relationship building through increased interaction, excluding enforcement activities between individuals with SUD and the police using collaborative projects such as art therapy.
Advancements in Deep Learning for Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Journey through Surgical System Evolution
Authors: Reddy kalli Venkata dinesh
Published: May 2024

The surge in artificial intelligence (AI) applications across diverse fields owes much to advancements in deep learning and computational processing speed. In medicine, AI's reach extends to medical image analysis and genomic data interpretation. More recently, AI's role in analyzing minimally invasive surgery (MIS) videos has gained traction, with a growing body of research focusing on organ and anatomy identification, instrument recognition, procedure recognition, surgical phase delineation, surgery duration prediction, optimal incision line identification, and surgical education. Concurrently, the development of autonomous surgical robots, exemplified by the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) and RAVEN systems, has shown promising strides. Notably, STAR is currently employed in laparoscopic imaging to discern the surgical site from laparoscopic images and is undergoing trials for an automated suturing system, albeit in animal models. This review contemplates the prospect of fully autonomous surgical robots in the future.
Pengaruh Feeds Instagram: Mengungkap Minat Beli Mahasiswa pada Produk Makanan dan Minuman di Bandung Raya, Indonesia
Authors: Shelvira Azka Afifah
Published: May 2024

Teknologi dan informasi yang berkembang pesat telah mendorong masyarakat untuk masuk ke dalam ranah digital. Fenomena ini dimanfaatkan oleh pelaku bisnis untuk menarik perhatian konsumen, terutama di kalangan mahasiswa, dengan memanfaatkan sosial media Instragram, yaitu tampilan feeds Instagram dari produk makanan dan minuman guna meningkatkan minat beli dalam dunia bisnis. Berdasarkan hal tersebut, studi ini bertujuan untuk menginvestigasi sejauh mana pengaruh tampilan feeds Instagram pada produk makanan dan minuman terhadap minat beli siswa di Bandung Raya, Indonesia. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kuantitatif dengan pengumpulan data melalui penggunaan kuesioner. Sebanyak 126 responden yang merupakan mahasiswa di wilayah Bandung Raya terlibat dalam penelitian ini, dan analisis data dilakukan menggunakan uji rata-rata dan analisis regresi. Temuan dari penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa tampilan produk makanan dan minuman di Instagram memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap minat beli siswa.
Pengaruh Media Sosial Sebagai Faktor Risiko dan Edukasi Terhadap Scam Online dalam Mempengaruhi Perilaku Konsumsi Mahasiswa di E-commerce: Studi Kasus Pada Mahasiswa di Bandung Raya
Authors: Putri Hasifah Rahmawati
Published: May 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh media sosial terhadap scam online dalam mempengaruhi perilaku konsumsi mahasiswa di Bandung Raya. Penelitian ini menggunakan 114 responden sebagai sampel nya dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif. Adapun analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji deskriptif variabel, uji korelasi serta uji regresi. Data dari penelitian ini didapat melalui penyebaran kuesioner dalam bentuk Google Formulir di media sosial dan secara offline dengan tatap muka. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa media sosial mampu mempengaruhi scam online sebesar 27,3%, selanjutnya media sosial dan scam online menjadi dua faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi perilaku konsumen, masing-masing tingkat pengaruhnya sebesar 45,8% dan 45,3%.
Keberanian Dalam Memulai Bisnis E-Commerce: Mengelola Risiko Dan Sukses (Studi Kasus Mahasiswa Politeknik Negeri Bandung)
Authors: Muhammad hafidz fakhrudien
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan untuk menilai dampak keberanian dan kemampuan mengelola risiko terhadap pencapaian sukses bisnis e-commerce di kalangan mahasiswa Politeknik Negeri Bandung. Metode penelitian yang diterapkan adalah metode deskriptif kuantitatif, dengan pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui penyebaran kuesioner daring menggunakan aplikasi Google Form kepada 100 responden yang terdiri dari mahasiswa Politeknik Negeri Polban. Data yang berhasil terhimpun kemudian dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif dan regresi berganda menggunakan perangkat lunak SPSS. Temuan dari penelitian ini memperlihatkan bahwa baik keberanian maupun kemampuan mengelola risiko memiliki pengaruh terhadap kesuksesan bisnis e-commerce, dengan variabel mengelola risiko menunjukkan dominasi sebagai faktor yang paling mempengaruhi.
The Role of Instagram Visual Content to User Purchased Intention through Product Information Availability
Authors: Astika Ulfah Izzati  , Markoni  , Frianka Anindea
Published: May 2024

This study aims to examine the direct effect of visual of Instagram content and purchase intention, examine the influece between product information availability and purchased intention, and examine the influence of Instagram visual content to customers purchased intention through product information availability. This research used quantitative approach with causality analysis. By using two types and sources of data, namely primary data and secondary data. The data collection method is carried out directly on people who have used Instagram for shopping. The sample in this study was taken from a population that is considered representative which is 156 respondents. Statistical analysis used to test the mediating effect of product information availability in the relationship between Instagram visual content and purchase intention uses PROCESS MACRO Mediation by Hayes analysis. The result shows that visual of Instagram content indirectly and significantly influence purchase intentions through product information availability, and there is partial mediation in the relationship between visual of Instagram content and purchase intention through product information availability.
An Improved Deep Learning Model for Detecting Rice Diseases
Authors: El-Shahat Doaa , Tolba Ahmed , Kumar Amit Krishan
Published: May 2024

Early detection of rice plant diseases could help to quickly eradicate numerous diseases, such as fungi, viruses, and bacteria, consequently increasing rice yield. Traditional techniques for performing this task may not be the best because they take a long time, require experienced personnel, and are susceptible to a variety of infections. As a result, machine learning and deep learning approaches have recently been utilized to overcome these issues and present a more accurate model for detecting rice plant diseases. However, the current machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) models for this task produce unsatisfactory results due to many constraints, including high computational expenses and overfitting. To address these limitations and obtain more accurate disease detection for rice plants, we present a hybrid model of MobileNet and DNN (HMobileNetDNN). The small size of MobileNet minimizes computing costs, while the depth and complexity of DNN improve the model's capacity to capture complicated features, yielding satisfying results. Furthermore, the proposed HMobileNetDNN is also compared to four transfer learning-based DL models, namely ResNetV2, InceptionV3, MobilenetV2, and DensNet121, using the Paddy Doctor dataset. We employ several performance metrics to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the models, like accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, and area under the curve. The proposed model outperformed the comparing models, achieving values of 0.918, 0.918, 0.907, 0.912, and 0.949 for accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score, and area under the curve, respectively.
DEPISTAGE DU DIABETE ET DES AUTRES FACTEURS DE RISQUE CARDIOVASCULAIRE DANS LA VILLE DE OUAHIGOUYA AU BURKINA FASO
Authors: Sawadogo Nongoba , Al. Et
Published: May 2024

introduction: Early detection of diabetes is essential to avoid complications and late treatment. In Burkina Faso, the northern region was the most affected by diabetes according to previous national surveys. Hence our initiative to do this work in order to determine the current prevalence of diabetes and to identify other cardiovascular risk factors in the city of Ouahigouya, capital of the Northern region. materials and methods: this was a cross-sectional study including volunteers aged 18 and over, received during a campaign to screen for diabetes and other cardiovascular risk factors in the town of Ouahigouya on the 24th and 25th. March 2022. results: A total of 630 participants were screened. The average age was 47.16 ± 14.36 years with a sex ratio of 0.81. Family history of diabetes and high blood pressure were found in 12.06% and 34.76% of cases respectively. The cardiovascular risk factors were smoking in 95 participants (15.08%), sedentary lifestyle in 59.52%, high blood pressure (31.11%), obesity (14.60%). We diagnosed diabetes mellitus in 48 participants (7.62%) and 2.70% cases of moderate fasting hyperglycemia. The average age of the diabetic subjects was 47.24 ± 12.2 years. Among diabetic subjects, 68.75% were sedentary and 58.33% hypertensive. Abdominal obesity, physical inactivity and high blood pressure were more common in diabetics with a significant difference for hypertension (p = 0.002). Conclusion: The prevalence of diabetes and other cardiovascular risk factors was high in our population. Raising awareness for early diagnosis and rapid treatment will reduce the risk of the occurrence of the dreaded complications.
Cancers ORL chez les enfants et adolescents au service d’ORL du CHNU de FANN (A propos de 65 cas)
Authors: BARRY Mouhamed , Al. Et
Published: May 2024

introduction: Every year, more than 400,000 cancers are diagnosed in children and adolescents aged 0-19 [1,3]. In the specific case of head and neck cancer in pediatric patients, the worldwide prevalence is still unknown [7]. New data are therefore needed to improve their management.objectives: To analyse the epidemiological aspects of ENT cancers in patients aged 0-18 years.patients and methods: This was a retrospective, descriptive, single-centre study. It concerned children aged 0-18 years hospitalized for ENT cancer between 1 June 2010 and 30 June 2020. The term «ENT cancer» was used to designate cancers of the VADS, ear, main salivary glands and thyroid, as well as malignant adenopathies of primary appearance and cervico-facial lymphomas.results: A total of 65 patients were identified, representing a frequency of 1.94%. The sex ratio (M/F) was 1.40. The mean age was 13 years, with extremes of 2 and 18 years. 78.46% of patients were over 10 years old. The average consultation time was 7 months, with extremes of 1 month and 60 months, and 63.92% of patients consulted before 6 months. Cervical masses accounted for 69.23% of consultations. No previous history was found in 80% of our patients. The cavum was found in 40% of cases and the hypopharynx in 21.54%. Squamous cell carcinoma was found in 49.23% of cases and lymphoma in 13.85%. Patients presenting at stage T3 or T4 represented 61.54% of cases. Excisional surgery was performed in 6.16% of cases and chemotherapy in 24.61%. 50.77% of patients were lost to follow-up and 43.08% died after an average follow-up of 10 months. Conclusion: ENT cancers in children and adolescents are rare but have a poor prognosis. Improving our technical facilities and raising public awareness could eventually improve the prognosis.
DIVERSITE ALIMENTAIRE ET CONNAISSANCES DES CARENCES EN FER, VITAMINE A ET IODE : ETUDE DESCRIPTIVE CHEZ LES FEMMES EN AGE DE REPRODUCTION DE LA REGION DE MATAM
Authors: Togtoga Lebem
Published: May 2024

introduction: Combating hidden hunger is crucial worldwide, and mastering knowledge of nutrition is an essential strategy to tackle this issue. This study aims to explore dietary diversity and the level of knowledge among women of reproductive age (WRA) in the Matam region regarding iron, vitamin A, and iodine deficiencies.methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in the Matam region. The data collection tool focused on sociodemographic characteristics, dietary diversity, and the level of knowledge among the target group. Statistical analyses were performed using the R software.results: The majority of WRA (80.3%) were aged between 20 and 49 years. Most participating women were neither pregnant nor lactating (90.0%), and a significant proportion (87.7%) had not received formal education. Among them, 87.7% were illiterate. Regarding dietary diversity, 36.7% of WRA had a low score, 42.8% had a moderate score, and 20.6% had a high score. The terms «anemia,» «vitamin A,» and «iodine» were unknown to 56.0%, 76.8%, and 83.5% of women, respectively. Information on these deficiencies was primarily obtained from healthcare facilities and the media. WRA lacked adequate knowledge of anemia (99.0%), vitamin A deficiency (97.0%), and iodine deficiency (99.7%).Conclusion: Anemia, vitamin A deficiency, and iodine deficiency were not well known among WRA in Matam. This lack of awareness may stem from insufficient sensitization and/or the educational level of the target group. It would be relevant to strengthen the use of conventional channels to increase awareness of these deficiencies.
QUALITE DE VIE ET SANTE BUCCODENTAIRE DES ENFANTS PORTEURS DE HANDICAP AGES DE 8 A 14 ANS : ETUDE TRANSVERSALE AU CENTRE D’EDUCATION ET DE READAPTATION POUR ENFANTS DEFICIENTS PHYSIQUES « TALIBOU DABO » DE DAKAR
Authors: Ndoye Soukeye
Published: May 2024

objective: Oral pathologies have repercussions on the correct performance of activities of daily living and consequently on well-being and quality of life, particularly in subjects with disabilities. The aim of this study was to assess the oral health-related quality of life in physically disabled children attending the education and rehabilitation center for physically disabled children “Talibou Dabo Centre” in Dakar.materials and methods: A cross-sectional study of disabled children aged 8 to 14 attending the “Talibou Dabo” Center was carried out. A clinical oral examination was carried out, followed by an assessment of oral health-related quality of life using the Child Perception Questionnaire (CPQ8-14ans). results: A total of 48 children aged 8 to 14 with a mean age of 10.43 years ±1,809 were included. The prevalence of caries was 56.25% and the mean mixed DMF was 2.4±2.7. Plaque control was good in 6.25% of children. Most children (89.6%) had bleeding on probing. The mean CPQ was 15.8±8.4 with a median of 11. Oral symptoms were infrequent (CPQ=3,73), as well as functional limitation (CPQ=3,36), emotional well-being was moderately affected (CPQ=5,52) and social well-being was minimally affected (CPQ=3,19). There was no correlation between oral health, disability and quality of life.Conclusion: The mean CPQ score for all domains combined was low, indicating that disability has no impact on oral health-related quality of life in this category of the population.
TRAUMATISME CERVICO-FACIAL PAR BARRE DE FER : A PROPOS DE DEUX CAS PEDIATRIQUES
Authors:   Département ORL Fann, Niang Fallou , Al. Et
Published: May 2024

objective: Head and neck trauma is common in ENT emergencies. The severity depends on the area of impact, the causal object and the injuries caused. We report two cases of head and neck trauma secondary to an iron bar caused by a playful accident.observation 1: 12-year-old boy received for penetrating neck wound with an iron bar, affecting sectors 2 and 3 with entry point at the left subdigastric region and exit point at the ipsilateral mastoid region. The exploratory cervicotomy did not find any major vascular lesions and allowed the extraction of the blunt object. The postoperative course was simple.observation 2: 8-year-old girl received for trauma to the mandible by a transfixing iron bar. The exploration revealed an iron bar which crossed the submental region with an exit point at the level of the floor of the mouth. The extraction was carried out without major vasculo-nervous lesions. The postoperative course was simple.Conclusion: Head and neck trauma remains a concern due to its potential seriousness and remains a medical-surgical emergency. The management of such a case must be preceded by a lesion diagnosis in order to prevent surgical surprises. Exploratory cervicotomy allows good exposure of the vascular-nervous structures. Prevention through parent education and child monitoring is essential to reduce the incidence of these injuries.
The Narrations of Female Companions in Surat Al-Ma’idah According to Imam Al-Suyuti in his Book Al-Dur Al-Manthur fi Al-Tafsir Bilma’athoor (Asma’ bint Yazid as an Example)
Authors: Jasim Hind Ajeel , Al-Nasiri Abdullah Karim Aliwi
Published: May 2024

This research aims to briefly introduce Imam Al-Suyuti and study the narrations of one of the female companions, other than the Mothers of the Believers, in Surah Al-Ma’idah in his book “Al-Dur Al-Manthur fi Al-Tafsir bi Al-Ma’thur”. This woman is Asma’ bint Yazid. This study will be through basic rules in the science of Hadith and the science of interpretation and combining them. It is through these narrations it becomes clear to us the explanation of its narrators, the judging on it, the types of chain of transmission, the general meaning of the narration, and what can be learned from it, as well as an explanation of the exegetical aspects of the verse related to the narration in terms of explaining the interpretation, the reasons for the revelation, the aspects of the readings, and the rhetorical aspects of the verse, if any.
Changes in the Naming Patterns of Javanese Proper Names in Solo, Central Java
Authors: . Amirrudin , Rahman Fathu , P M. Amir , Kuswarini Prasuri
Published: May 2024

This paper presents the description of the pattern of Javanese proper names in Solo, Central Java both traditional and modern. Javanese names in general have their own uniqueness and are very easily recognized by the common Indonesian people if we look deeper, it turns out that Javanese names have a pattern like Balinese names. The pattern here is that the first child's name usually begins with the word Eko or Eka; second child Dwi; third Tri; fourth Catur; fifth Panca or Ponco and sixth Sapto or Sapta. With the changing times, this pattern of names is rarely used anymore. Today's child names are heavily influenced by English and Arabic words. This research uses Grounded Research method of qualitative approach, descriptive-analytic type, phenomenological strategy. This activity was carried out in Solo or Surakarta, Central Java. The research took place in January 2023. The population of this research is the people of Solo, Central Java. The sample of this research amounted to 8,842 names in the Solo or Surakarta area. The results of this study indicate that the naming system of proper names in Solo culture, both traditional and modern, has changed. This is viewed from the aspects of modernization, religion, culture, and the situation when the baby is born.
Autism Sports Education: Transforming Lives of Families
Authors: Akgül Beyza Merve , Durhan Tebessüm Ayyıldız , Karaküçük Suat
Published: May 2024

It is very important to integrate individuals with autism into social life in order to minimize the effects of autism, which is a developmental problem that lasts for a long time and needs to be lived together and is increasing numerically every day. In this context, 14 parents of individuals with autism participated in the research conducted to determine the effect of the Sports Education Project for People with Autism (SEPA), which was carried out in cooperation with Gazi University, on the daily lives of autistic individuals and their families. In the research, the phenomenology design, which is among the qualitative research methods, was utilized. Using homogeneous sampling technique, focus group interviews were conducted with 14 parents who had been attending the SEPA for 4 months without interruption. In general, the participants found the impact of SEPA on their daily lives to be positive; in terms of parents, they stated that it allowed them to share problems with other parents and increase solidarity, thus allowing them to socialize, contributed positively to family interactions and made them feel happier. In terms of their children, they stated that they contributed positively to their physical and social development and that this situation facilitated their children's daily lives. The findings obtained support that projects such as the Children with Autism Education Project will contribute positively to the life processes of individuals with autism and their families. It is recommended that studies in this direction be expanded.
Cultrure Acculturation among Vietnamese Catholics: A Survey of the Trắc Drum Set in Bắc Ninh Diocese
Authors: Lam Nguyen Dinh , Tam Le Thi Thanh , Thu Tran Thi , Huong Nguyen Thi Que , Dinh Luong Khac
Published: May 2024

Cultural acculturation unfolds through a process of exchange, prolonged contact, reception, and transformation among diverse cultures. This phenomenon finds its most conspicuous manifestation in various forms of thought, culture, and art, particularly in the realm of musical performance. The symbiotic relationship between culture and religion is also an embodiment of acculturation, as the imperative to assimilate and innovate within distinct cultural and religious contexts consistently arises to align with the demands of each culture and religion within specific historical settings. A notable illustration of this phenomenon can be found in the realm of Catholicism, which serves as the focal point of certain research endeavors. Introduced to Vietnam during the early 16th century, Catholicism has exerted a substantial influence on Vietnamese culture, despite encountering resistance stemming from cultural and ideological disparities. In essence, the prolonged interaction with Vietnamese culture has engendered various unique art forms, including Catholic music, which have organically integrated into the fabric of Vietnamese Catholic cultural life. This article adopts a theoretical perspective on acculturation and the theory of cultural-religious relations to expound on pertinent subjects derived from investigations into the Trắc Drum instrument set employed in Catholic Masses within the Bắc Ninh Diocese of Vietnam. The analysis encompasses the instrument set’s origins, notational system, traditional aspects, and scholarly components. Furthermore, this study delves into the impact of this orchestra on the cultural and artistic landscape of the contemporary non-Catholic populace.
Current Issues of Improving Proceedings in Cases of Administrative Offenses in the Context of Compliance with International Standards of Human Rights and Freedoms
Authors: Buhaichuk Kostiantyn , Vasylenko Viktor , Ivantsov Volodymyr , Chyshko Kateryna
Published: May 2024

The article examines the case-law of the European Court of Human Rights on the recognition of inconsistency of the procedure for consideration by Ukrainian courts of certain categories of administrative offenses with the basic provisions of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms of 04.11.1950. Based on the analysis of the ECHR judgment "Bantysh and Others v. Ukraine", the provisions of the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses, the Law of Ukraine "On the Public Prosecutor's Office", and draft laws No. 10002 of 05.09.2023 and No. 10002-1 of 22.09.2023 on amendments to the current legislation of Ukraine on improving the proceedings in cases of administrative offenses, the author proves that the requirements of the European Court of Human Rights do not comply with the recommendations of the governing bodies of the European Union regarding the status of the public prosecutor's office in the system of law enforcement agencies, which may cause certain legal conflicts and problems with the application of the legislation on administrative offenses by the judicial authorities of Ukraine. Based on the results of the research, it is proposed to introduce changes to the current legislation of Ukraine in order to improve the status of the prosecutor in the proceedings in cases of administrative offenses and to determine the range of subjects authorized to represent the prosecution in relevant cases.
The Impact of Interactions between Resources, Technology, and Technical Aspects of Autonomous Vehicles on Urban Smart Spaces
Authors: Vaziri Iloosh , Ahmadi Fereshteh , Talebi Rizi Zeynab , Saffarzadeh Mahmoud
Published: May 2024

Objective: As urban populations grow, the demand for smarter and more efficient urban spaces becomes increasingly critical. The advent of autonomous vehicles also presents opportunities and challenges in shaping the future of smart cities. This article examines the complex interactions between resources, technology, and technical aspects of autonomous vehicles and their impact on urban spaces. Methodology: A comprehensive research methodology was employed to assess the impact of interactions between resources, technology, and technical aspects of autonomous vehicles on smart urban spaces. This included a review of the literature, data analysis, case studies, and simulations. By integrating findings from various sources and methods, a complete understanding of the subject was achieved. Findings: The findings of this study highlight the multifaceted impact of interactions between resources, technology, and technical aspects of autonomous vehicles on smart urban spaces. Despite their enormous potential to reduce traffic, enhance safety, and improve urban mobility, these interactions raise concerns about privacy, infrastructure compatibility, and equitable access. Conclusion: Therefore, it is essential for policymakers, urban planners, and technologists to collaborate in developing strong frameworks and regulations to harness the benefits of autonomous vehicle technology while mitigating potential challenges. By promoting innovation and inclusive urban development, cities can leverage the transformative power of autonomous vehicle technology to create smarter, more sustainable, and livable urban environments for all citizens.
Innovative Approaches to Urban Drainage System : A Review
Authors: Muhammad Ade Kurnia Harahap  , Loso Judijanto  , Bucky Wibawa Karya Guna  , Jasman  , Ilham Samanlangi
Published: May 2024

Conventional urban drainage systems are often unable to cope with extreme rainfall and rapid urbanization, resulting in flooding and water pollution. Innovative approaches are needed to improve the performance and sustainability of urban drainage systems. This research aims to explore and analyze innovative approaches in urban drainage systems to improve efficiency, sustainability and resilience to climate change. This type of research is literature research.  Data collection techniques are direct observation through journal databases and documentation. Data analysis in the research is qualitative data analysis. The results concluded a promising innovative approach to improve the performance and sustainability of urban drainage systems. Integrated application of this innovative approach can help create more resilient, sustainable and environmentally friendly urban drainage systems, contributing to healthier and climate change resilient cities. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness and scalability of this approach in various urban contexts.
Investigating Electronic Media's Impact on Noise Pollution Awareness Among University Students in Lahore, Bridging the Gap toward Sustainable Urban Environments
Authors: Iqbal Naveed , Sajjad Faiza , Hassan Fatima , Raiz Samina , Shabbir Aqsa , Tauseef Huma , Muazzam Amina
Published: May 2024

This study investigates the influence of electronic media, particularly television, on noise pollution awareness among university students in Lahore, Pakistan. The research aims to assess the role of role of TV electronic media in raising awareness about noise pollution among university students in Lahore. The approach in this research is quantitative by using survey method through purposive sampling. This is done by collecting data from 150 students from three prominent universities, namely Lahore College for Women University, the University of Central Punjab, and Punjab University. The findings reveal that 76% students recognize noise pollution as a significant environmental threat with detrimental effects on health and the environment. Additionally, 72% respondents were affected by Traffic noise.  Furthermore, there was a perceived lack of emphasis on this issue in electronic media, specifically television broadcasts. This research contributes to SDG 11 by emphasizing the importance of raising awareness about environmental issues such as noise pollution for the creation of sustainable and livable cities and communities.
A Perspective in the Study of Biodiversity of Order Lepidoptera in Albania: Case Study using the MRR Methodology
Authors: Xhuliana Qirinxhi , Eltjon Halimi , Anila Paparisto , Hysi Elena , Buzo Zaharia
Published: May 2024

The Mark-Release-Recapture (MRR) method is a widely used method to estimate populations of different organisms in a given environment throughout the field of biology. The biological material was collected during the year 2023. This study uses the MRR (Mark – Release – Recapture) method to assess the population, distribution, territoriality and behavior of the study species Pseudochazara Tisiphone Brown, 1980 in the area of Drenova. The MRR method involves marking individuals, releasing them into the environment, and then recapturing them again to calculate the number of marked recaptures. Based on the number of marked individuals that are recaptured, we determine the total number of individuals in a population. This method provides a sustainable and effective way to monitor and study natural populations in their environments. During this year we managed to catch 32 species of this type, of which we found 21 females (65.6%) and 11 males (34.3%) based on behavioral differences. The captured individuals are tagged and released, according to the MRR methodology. By analyzing the marked species, it turns out that we have 6 individuals or (18.7%) of the Pseudochazara Tisiphone species found again. Of these 6 individuals, 4 individuals are female (12.5%) and 2 are males (6.25%). This recurrence rate is low. From the analysis of the days according to the months, in which we met and re-met more often individuals of Pseudochazara Tisiphone, it turns out that the frequency of meeting this type results more at the end of summer.
Measures of Maxima & Minima of a Cauchy Random Polynomial
Authors: Mansingh A. K.
Published: May 2024

The aim of this paper is to estimate the number of real zeros of a Cauchy random polynomial under different condition when the coefficients belong to the domain of attraction of Cauchy law. Let ∑= n r r G r WX 0 )( be a Cauchy random algebraic polynomial of degree n, whose coefficients Gr (X)’s identically distributed independent random variables belonging to the domain of attraction of Cauchy distribution. Then there exists a positive integer n0, such that for n>n0, the number of real roots of most of the equation ∑= n r r Gr WX 0 )( =0 is atmost µ (log n) 2 except for a set of measure atmost , n µ s1 0 ' − where µ and µ / are positive constants and 0
Nutrient Reduction and Biogas Production of Rose Residue by Anaerobic Digestion in a Batch Reactor
Authors: Sumanth Kumar M
Published: May 2024

Rose (Rosa Damascena) is a species being used to produce attar of rose by distilling volatile oils from flowers. One unit of rose flower milled gives about two units of residue in wet weight basis. The present work aims to determine the biogas yield and nutrient reduction potential of rose residue by using a laboratory scale completely mixed batch reactor. Laboratory scale digesters of 2.5 L capacity were used and fed with rose residue, which was digested in a batch reactor for a retention period of 30 days at room temperature. The parameters like total solids (TS), volatile solids (VS), chlorides, Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), Total Kjeldhal Nitrogen (TKN) were analyzed at 5 day interval. The process removed up to 73%, 45%, 82%, 42%, 58% of TS, VS, chlorides, BOD, TKN respectively, along with biogas production
Implementation of Smart Sensor with Frequency To Digital Convertor For Flow Measurement Using FPGA
Authors: Jalagam M K
Published: May 2024

The realization of integrated frequency-based smart sensor for flow measurement requires a precise frequency to digital converter. A VHDLbased implementation of such converter for a royalty-free solution with 1 p pm resolution is reported. This work is part of a correlator under development to measure total flow of multiphase fluids. This intellectual property block can also be used with other frequency encoded transducers. The converter has been prototyped with a Xilinx TM XC3S500E Spartan3E FPGA, and has been tested up to 10MHz
Trace Metals in Zooplankton of River Coringa, Coringa Wild Life Sanctuary, East Coast of India
Authors: Sreenivas N
Published: May 2024

Study of trace metals in the aquatic environment is significant, in the sense that they act as limiting factors in the growth of phytoplankton. Sea weeds accumulate to high concentration of trace metals which in turn act as biological indicators for the metal pollution. The distribution and concentration level of trace metals in the coastal environment is essential to assess their possible transfer to man through food chain. Zn, Pb, Fe and Cu metal concentrations in zooplankton samples collected from the river Coringa were analysed. The metal concentrations were within the limits of the FAO standards
Image and Audio compression by Wavelet Transform using MATLAB Wavelet tool box
Authors: Kanaka Raju P
Published: May 2024

Audio and image compression has become one of the basic technologies of the multimedia. In many applications, such as the design of multimedia workstations and high quality audio transmission and storage, the goal is to achieve transparent coding of audio and speech signals at the lowest possible data rates. Bandwidth cost money, therefore the transmission and storage of information becomes costly. However, if we can use less data, both transmission and storage become cheaper. In this work, with the help of wavelet transform we can greatly reduce the storage need and transmission bandwidth when compared to WinZip. Wavelet analysis breaks a signal into shifted and scaled versions of the original wavelet, thus the advantage of wavelets is the ability to perform local analysis that is, to analyse a localized area of a larger signal
Study on effect of peroxide modification on bamboo fiber reinforced thermosetting resin composites
Authors: Kushwaha Pradeep Kr
Published: May 2024

Peroxide modified bamboo reinforced epoxy and polyester composites were fabricated. The mechanical properties (tensile strength, elastic modulus, flexural strength, flexural modulus and impact strength) and water absorption properties were determined. Peroxide treatment decreases the hydrophilicity of fibers and also improves interfacial adhesion between the fiber and matrix leading to decrease in water absorption by the composites. It also leads to increased tensile strength of the composites. Peroxide treatment improves the flexural properties of epoxy composites significantly
Conservation of Lake Kolleru: Status Report
Authors: Sreenivas N
Published: May 2024

Kolleru, the largest fresh water lake in India, falls in the West Godavari and Krishna districts of the state of Andhra Pradesh. The catchment of the lake extends up to 6121 km2 , of which 4763 km2 comprise of upland, and 1358 km2 deltaic. Considering that the lake functions as a flood moderating reservoir between the Krishna and Godavari deltas and that it supports several vulnerable species and a variety of resident and migratory birds, the Kolleru wetland was declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary, a RAMSAR site and also as an Important Bird Area (IBA). In 1999, 308 km2 of the Lake falling below +5 feet above MSL contour line was declared as Kolleru Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS). Even after the declaration, ecologically not-so-benign activities and encroachments continued unabated in the area. Kolleru lake system represents one of the largest and oldest natural wetland eco systems in the country. During the last couple of decades, the changing socioeconomic and political milieu of the state in general and the region in particular brought enormous alteration to the lake area and consequent strains on this wetland ecosystem. The lucrative business of aquaculture made far reaching consequence on the habitual land use in the Lake area
Konsep Konseling Transformatif Analisis Kata “Berubahlah oleh Pembaharuan Budimu” Dari Roma 12 2 Dan Implikasinya Terhadap Generasi Alpha
Authors: Gulö April Yanto
Published: May 2024

Generasi Alpha adalah generasi yang lahir pada saat teknologi sedang berkembang pesat. Generasi ini memiliki ciri-ciri dan karakteristik yang berbeda dengan pendahulunya. Generasi ini sangat bergantung pada teknologi. Akibatnya adalah generasi ini gampang terpapar dengan pengaruh-pengaruh yang tidak menunjukkan moral yang baik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membantu para konselor dalam melakukan bimbingan terhadap anak-anak yang tumbuh dalam generasi Alpha. Penulis menawarkan konsep konseling transformatif sebagai landasan bagi konselor untuk membimbing generasi Alpha. Penulis juga memberi referensi berdasarkan Roma 12:2 sebagai landasan bagi konselor Kristen dalam mengimplementasikan konseling yang transformatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan, Konseling transformatif yang berlandaskan kepada Roma 12:2 memberikan transformasi terhadap moral dan pikiran generasi Alpha.
Extension of Mott Formula in the Linearized Boltzmann Transport Equation to the Study of Thermoelectric Power of Electron in Metal
Authors: Adesakin Gbenga E. , Akande T. H. , Edema O. G. , Chukwu J. O. , Olusola O. O. , Ogunlana F. O. , Afe O. D. , Fasiku O. A. , Adegoke Agbetuyi Oluranti , Oyediran Faruq
Published: May 2024

The focus of this paper is to compute and study thermoelectric power of electron in metals using Mott formula based on free electron theory to get an insight on the effect of strain on electron thermoelectric power in metals. Electron density parameter of strained metals and Poisson ratio of metals is obtained and used in this work unlike some researchers that assumed a value for Poisson ratio of all metals. This assumption make the electron density parameter of strained and unstrained metals to be equal and then reduce the computation to only one input parameter. The experimental and simulated value are in good agreement. This agreement is due to the usefulness of free electron theory in theoretical forecast of some properties of metals. The Poisson ratio is involved in simulation.  Result obtained revealed that thermoelectric power of electron in metals goes up as the electron density parameter rises due to high-order contributions from electron scattering theory. Electron thermoelectric power in metals increases as the temperature increases due to electron thermal excitation from their mean position. The electron thermoelectric power rises as strain rises for metals.