bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Circular nutrient management in livestock-dense regions : insights from substance flows and cost-benefit analysis
Authors:   , Vingerhoets Ruben
Published: October 2024

Intensive livestock farming in the European Union (EU) produces significant quantities of manure, leading to an excess of nutrients, primarily nitrogen and phosphorus, which cause substantial damage to the environment and human health, for instance due eutrophication and air pollution. Traditional manure processing methods often prove inefficient and costly for both the agricultural sector and society. This research focuses on the potential to reduce the agri-food chain's environmental impact by integrating advanced nutrient recovery technologies into the manure processing sector, such as ammonia stripping and scrubbing. This study provides a holistic approach to achieving circular nutrient management, divided into six research sections, each investigating different aspects of nutrient recycling. The study begins with a detailed analysis of nutrient flows in the agricultural food chain of regions with high livestock density, such as Flanders, mapping inefficiencies, emissions, waste streams and recovery potentials. Based on the identified streams with high recovery potential, Chapter 3 optimizes the operational parameters of nitrogen recovery by NH3 stripping-scrubbing from manure streams with a new economic decision model. This model points towards significant cost saving potential and efficiency gains. In Chapter 4, the generated results are validated by implementing and monitoring NH3 stripping-scrubbing at a large-scale pig manure processing facility. Chapter 5 extends the focus to the manure market, examining the impact of the Nitrates Directive and the proposed RENURE amendment on the adoption of the studied nutrient recovery technologies in a region with intensive livestock farming. This chapter also includes an innovate approach to evaluate the costs of externalities of different manure management options. Chapter 6 explores the possibility of integrating decentralized nitrogen recovery into centralized fertilizer production by developing a generic mathematical model that optimizes the supply chain. Finally, Chapter 7 evaluates the effects of the proposed RENURE amendment on the acceptance of nutrient recovery technologies across the EU and the economic costs related to manure and fertilization management. This chapter uses a spatially explicit model to analyse the variability of optimal nutrient recovery strategies across regions and assess their contribution to reducing the greenhouse gas effect according to the EU’s Farm-to-Fork strategy. The models and evaluation methods developed in this thesis can be further utilized by researchers and government organizations to facilitate a transition in the livestock sector, reducing costs and environmental impacts. The thesis also highlights the urgency of improving livestock manure management, and its results can inform the evaluation of technologies and management options for policymakers.
La formación continua en Educación Básica y su expresión territorial en el estado de Tlaxcala
Authors: Cortez Yacila Héctor Manuel , Meneses Hernández Homero , Carro Olvera Adriana , Castillo Aguilar Rodrigo
Published: October 2024

Se revisan las bases conceptuales y metodológicas en que se desarolla la formación continua en el Estado de Tlaxcala, en el marco del enfoque innovador y humanista de la Nueva Escuela Mexicana (NEM), bajo la expresión de localizacióny de comunidad. Se definen temas prioritarios de formación continua en las áreas rurales y urbanas de los municipios del Estado, a partir de datos proporcionados por la encuesta de detección de necesidades formativas que realizó el PRODEP-Tlaxcala en el año 2022. Se concluye, entre otras ideas, en el interés que expresan los maestros, maestras, asesores técnicos pedagógicos, directores, y otras figuras educativas, en lograr los objetivos de eficiencia y calidad en su didáctica con enfoque de localización, de contexto, de significado y de territorialidad, según lo marca la Nueva Escuela Mexicana (NEM).
Sobre dos piezas excisas vacceas de Roa de Duero (Burgos)
Authors: Cristóbal Villanueva Eduardo
Published: October 2024

Noticia de dos fragmentos de cerámica con decoración excisa aparecidos en la antigua Rauda.
Un hallazgo temprano de monedas de Sekobirikes y Turiaso en el poblado de Las Quintanas (Padilla de Duero, Peñafiel)
Authors: Matesanz Gascón Roberto
Published: October 2024

Historia de un tesoro descubierto en la ciudad de Las Quintanas en 1871 compuesto por monedas de plata y alhajas de oro y plata y hoy desaparecido. Tomando como punto de partida la descripción aparecida en la prensa de la época, el autor establece las cecas de origen y las relaciones oportunas con los tesorillos padillenses documentados posteriormente.
Las monedas que usaron y atesoraron los vacceos
Authors: Blanco García Juan Francisco
Published: October 2024

Análisis e inventario de las monedas documentadas en los distintos yacimientos vacceos. El estudio permite identificar las zonas peninsulares preferentes con las que realizaron intercambios comerciales y transacciones económicas.
En los orígenes de la arqueología vaccea: el impacto de la “minería de huesos”
Authors: Matesanz Gascón Roberto
Published: October 2024

A mediados del siglo XIX numerosos yacimientos vacceos fueron excavados por vez primera con el fin de obtener un beneficio económico a través de la obtención de restos óseos con los que fabricar fosfatos o, subsidiariamente, mediante la venta de los objetos arqueológicos descubiertos. En este trabajo se ofrece una visión de conjunto de dichas actividades, mediante la recopilación de informes oficiales y otras publicaciones coetáneas. Sus conclusiones, de carácter provisional, indican que la minería de huesos provocó importantes alteraciones deposicionales en los yacimientos afectados. Los objetos arqueológicos de más valor acabaron en manos de coleccionistas particulares; y los que ingresaron en museos lo hicieron de manera descontextualizada. Pese al esfuerzo de académicos y arqueólogos, los hallazgos no bastaron para promover una política de estudio científico continuado de los yacimientos localizados, los cuales, tras unos pocos años, cayeron nuevamente en un olvido casi absoluto.
El aprovechamiento de la piedra en el mundo vacceo
Authors: Blanco García Juan Francisco
Published: October 2024

El territorio donde se asentó el pueblo vacceo no gozaba de acceso a abundantes recursos pétreos, por lo que el uso de este material se limitó a la realización de pequeños utensilios y algún elemento de adorno. No obstante, hay que destacar los tres verracos de Cauca, la ciudad más meridional, y las abundantes estelas halladas en las necrópolis de Pintia, Pallantia y Dessobriga.
Páramo Ciudad, un oppidum de los turmogos
Authors: Carmona Ballestero Eduardo , Vega Maeso Cristina , Berzosa Ordaz Alberto
Published: October 2024

Historia de las intervenciones arqueológicas realizadas en la antigua Bravum de los turmogos, que han permitido identificar y delimitar las distintas áreas funcionales del yacimiento.
Estudio arqueométrico de materiales vítreos de la Pintia vaccea
Authors: Prieto Colorado Ángel Carmelo , Souto Bartolomé Jorge Manuel , Avella Romero Manuel , Sanz Mínguez Carlos
Published: October 2024

El yacimiento de Pintia registra una importante colección de cuentas de collar, con más de seiscientos ejemplares datados entre los siglos IV y I a. C.
The Participation toward on Corporate Social Responsibilities of the guesthouse business in the Luang Prabang city Luang Prabang Province
Authors:   Souphanouvong University, Duangsavath Touyphoutthasone
Published: October 2024

The objectives of this research were to study the operating conditions of guesthouse business in the Luang Prabang city, to study The Participation toward on Corporate Social Responsibilities of the guesthouse business in the Luang Prabang city Luang Prabang Province and to analyze the Corporate Social Responsibilities participation influences the operation of the guesthouse business in the Luang Prabang city Luang Prabang Province. The research was conducted by using a questionnaire as an instrument for collecting data from 124 Guesthouse Entrepreneurs/executives in the Luang Prabang city, Luang Prabang Province. The Cronbach alpha reliability coefficient was 0.968. The statistics used for data analysis were frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, multiple regression analysis. The results found that: In terms of success in the operation of the guesthouse business, it was found that the overall the business has a high level of success consisted of marketing, internal Management, products\services and Financial Perspective. Participation toward Corporate Social Responsibilities of the guesthouse business in Luang Prabang city. Overall, the Guesthouse business had been involved in social responsibility at a higher level. With a lot of responsibility towards on Good corporate governance of the organization, the Conducting business with fairness in the organization, the corporate consumer responsibility, the Environmental carrying and the participating development in community and social. The Social responsibility in terms of environmental responsibility and the participating development in community and social had influences the financial /returns of the Guesthouse business, the participating development in community and social had influences in the Marketing of the guesthouse business, social responsibility in terms of the Conducting business with fairness in the organization and the participating development in community and social had influences in the management and Products\Services of the guesthouse business in the Luang Prabang city.
Identity of Colonial Architecture Preservation in Thakhek City Center
Authors:   Faculty of Architecture National University of Laos, SIHAVONG Saikhim
Published: October 2024

This paper examines the conservation of colonial architecture in the center of Thakhek, which is a unique and historically significant feature of the city. Researching the historical context, architectural features and cultural values ​​of the buildings in the colonial era in Laos and efforts to conserve and promote them to become urban heritage. The research uses mixed methods, combining documentary research, observation from the field through surveys, measurements and interviews with local stakeholders. The findings reveal the challenges faced in preserving the colonial architecture at Thakhek, including limited resources. This research also highlights the potential benefits of preserving colonial architecture, such as promoting cultural tourism, promoting community pride and contributing to urban regeneration. The study concluded with recommendations to strengthen the preservation of colonial architecture in the center of Thakhek, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive preservation plan, increasing public awareness and cooperation between local stakeholders. This research contributes to the broader discussion on heritage conservation in Southeast Asia, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities of preserving colonial architecture in old urban areas in a context of rapid urban development.
Factors that Affect Creating of Competitive Advantage for Trade Business in Xayabury District, Xayabury Province
Authors:   Souphanouvong University, Sukphaly Saysana
Published: October 2024

The purposes of study were: 1) to study trade business competition situation of entrepreneurs, 2) to study a creation of a competitive advantage for trade business of entrepreneurs, and 3) to investigate factors that affect a creation of a competitive advantage for trade business in Xayabury district, Xayabury province. The research sample was 160 peoples from trade business of entrepreneurs by using questionnaires as data collection instrument and statistics were used to analyze frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation and stepwise multiple linear regression. The research found that: 1) trade business in Xayabuly City, Xayabuly Province, faces moderate competitive pressure with the strongest force coming from existing competitors within the industry, followed by the pressure from the entry of new competitors, the bargaining power of suppliers of goods/raw materials, the bargaining power of buyers, and lastly, the threat of substitute goods. 2) The creation of a competitive advantage of trade business entrepreneurs in in Xayabuly City, Xayabuly Province is at a high level, the highest mean is the trading business difference in bringing new commodities different from the competitors to the market to satisfy the customers. To quickly response to the needs of clients, it is necessary for the trading businesses to present new products. Trading businesses need to emphasize targeting markets by building good collaboration and friendship with clients. Trading business need to have a strategy in lowering operation costs by using resources effectively. 3) Factors affecting the creation of a competitive advantage for trading business in Xayabury district, Xayabury province, consist of six factors such as: proactive factor, current competitor factors, competitive strength factors, risk tolerance factors, political-legal factors and threat factors from substitute products. These factors are directly interconnected with the creation of a competitive advantage, except, political-legal factors of the entrepreneurs in Xayabuly District, Xayabuly Province.
Review of Heat Effect for wood Properties
Authors:   Faculty of Forest Science National University of Laos, Bouaphavong Douangta
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to analyse the effect of physical and mechanical properties of thermally wood. The study compiled information from review of literature that related to the thermo wood. One-way and two factors ANOVA table were used to analyses data. The result showed that thermo wood property was affected based on physical and mechanical. Physical property effective was density decreasing but improved biological durability. Mechanical property like hardness was increasing, but tension, MOR, compression was decreasing and MOE was not change.
The Factors Affecting to Government’s Expenditure of Lao PDR
Authors:   Souphanouvong University, SENGPHETPHAIVAN Somsay
Published: October 2024

This paper aims to analyze the factors affecting the government’s expenditure of Lao PDR. Using the time series data from 2000-2022 which retried from the bank of Lao PDR and implied with the ARDL model. The empirical results found that there is a long-term relationship and ARDL (2, 2, 1, 2, 2) model were used. The empirical results found that in the long run, the tax revenue and economic growth have a positive relationship with the government’s expenditure with a statistical significance level of 0.01 and 0.1 respectively. While inflation and money supply are not statistically significant. In the short term, tax revenue, economic growth rate and money supply affect the government’s expenditure with statistically significant effect, while the inflation rate does not have a statistically significant. Tax revenue and economic growth rate affect the government’s expenditure in the opposite direction with a significance level of 0.05 and contrary to the hypothesis. The money supply affects the government’s expenditure in the same direction with a statistically significant level of 0.05 and according to the hypothesis. Which the coefficient of the spread adjustment to the long run equilibrium is equal to 90.97%.
INOVAÇÕES TECNOLÓGICAS NA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES: DESAFIOS E OPORTUNIDADES
Authors: Aimone Renata Cristina Pilotti , Cabral Lidiane Helena Crispim , Souza Ana Carmen Oliveira de , Pinheiro Edson José , Souza Idarlene Rocha Balieiro de , Souza Obadias José Santos de , Araújo João Evânio , Guimarães Ueudison Alves
Published: October 2024

Teacher training to work with innovative practices is essential for educational inclusion to be successful. Technological advances bring a new methodological perspective, requiring teachers to reflect on their practice, methodology and the competent use of computer resources. It is a challenge for teachers to base their practice on the new educational paradigms proposed for the 21st century, understanding that continuing education must be part of their study routine. Continuing education is an urgent need in the daily lives of teachers who are aware of the need to be active and participatory in this new era. Technology is already part of students' daily lives, whether at school, at home or in the job market. Therefore, through bibliographic research, it was discovered that courses that contribute to streamlining teachers' practice in the teaching process will make significant differences, bringing contributions to all disciplines. Among the main results, it is noted that teachers must change their attitude, but there is a need to create public policies for continuing education in pedagogical coordination. The state has the duty to provide the conditions for teachers to improve their pedagogical practices.
ESTUDO DO PERFIL MATERNO DOS NASCIDOS VIVOS COM DISRAFISMO ESPINHAL NAS MACRORREGIÕES DE SAÚDE DO ESTADO DA BAHIA
Authors: Vieira Áyla Nunes , Curty Polyana de Souza Boechat , Araújo Ialla Cruz Silveira de , Batista Gleison Alves de S.
Published: October 2024

Este estudo investiga o perfil materno de recém-nascidos com disrafismo espinhal e a relação com a realização do pré-natal nas macrorregiões do estado da Bahia entre 2013 e 2023. Para tanto, foi realizado um estudo retrospectivo e transversal com base nos dados oficiais do Ministério da Saúde do Brasil, registrados no Sistema de Informação de Nascidos Vivos (SINASC). No total, dos 326 casos registros foram incluídos conforme critérios. A análise revelou que, os neonatos com diagnóstico de disrafismo espinhal são filhos de mães em idade reprodutiva (25-29 anos, 23%), pardas 70,86%, provenientes da macrorregião Leste (Salvador), com gestação a termo (37 a 42 semanas gestacionais, 71,2%) e, como esperado, com elevada incidência de partos cesáreos (69,94%). Em relação ao acompanhamento do pré-natal, 187 (57,36%) mães realizaram 7 ou mais consultas, embora uma parcela significativa tenha tido acompanhada insuficiente. Os resultados sublinham a importância do acompanhamento pré-natal adequado e da suplementação de ácido fólico na prevenção do disrafismo espinhal, enfatizando a necessidade de políticas de saúde pública para melhorar a qualidade do pré-natal e reduzir a incidência dessa malformação.
CONSCIENTIZAÇÃO SOBRE A ESPOROTRICOSE EM FELINOS
Authors: Pontes Alline Belmiro , Salvatore Ana Paula de Souza , Ribeiro Beatriz de Oliveira , Meira Bianca Rodrigues de Porto , Verardi Laura Kusiaki de Souza , Maiolino Marcella Rigazzo , Restier Roberta Castro
Published: October 2024

A esporotricose, uma zoonose causada pelo fungo Sporothrix schenckii e passou a ter proporções epidêmicas no Brasil a partir do final dos anos 1990. É uma doença emergente e que requer ações de saúde pública para seu controle (Da Gama Silva, 2023). Uma pesquisa foi conduzida objetivando ampliar e atualizar o conhecimento da população trazendo informações como: o que é, como se dá a contaminação, como minimizar o contágio, aspectos clínicos, métodos de diagnóstico e possíveis tratamentos. Os resultados revelam lacunas alarmantes no conhecimento sobre a doença e suas medidas preventivas, destacando a necessidade urgente de educação específica sobre a esporotricose felina, e uma clara necessidade de aumentar a conscientização sobre outras estratégias de prevenção. Este estudo destaca a importância fundamental da educação pública, do diagnóstico precoce e do manejo responsável de animais para enfrentar de maneira eficiente a esporotricose.
BENEFÍCIOS DO MÉTODO PILATES EM GESTANTES COM DOR LOMBAR
Authors: Basso Samira Raira Maria de Paula , Lucateli Isabeli Gonçalves , Oliveira Clara Harumi Tsuda
Published: October 2024

Introdução: A dor lombar é uma queixa comum entre gestantes, afetando a qualidade de vida e a mobilidade. Durante a gravidez, mudanças posturais e hormonais contribuem para o surgimento dessa condição. O Pilates se destaca como um método eficaz para aliviar essas dores, oferecendo fortalecimento muscular, flexibilidade e melhor alinhamento postural, sem impactos excessivos, tornando-o seguro durante a gestação. Objetivo: Analisar e analisar os benefícios do Pilates no alívio da dor lombar em gestantes. Metodologia: Foi realizada uma revisão de artigos publicados entre 2018 e 2024 em bases de dados como PubMed, SciELO e Lilacs, selecionando estudos que abordavam o Pilates como intervenção para gestantes e seus benefícios. Resultados: Os resultados indicaram que gestantes que praticaram Pilates apresentaram redução significativa das dores lombares, maior flexibilidade e controle corporal. O fortalecimento da musculatura abdominal ajudou a aliviar o estresse na região lombar, melhorando a postura. Conclusão: O Pilates se revelou um aliado eficaz no manejo da dor lombar em gestantes, sendo recomendada a inclusão de sessões regulares como parte do acompanhamento pré-natal.
Biodegradable, Recyclable, and Renewable Polymers as Alternatives to Traditional Petroleum-based Plastics
Authors: Samuel Humphrey Sam , Ekpan Francis-Dominic Makong , Ori Merit Oluchi
Published: October 2024

The environmental impact of conventional plastics has spurred the development of biodegradable, recyclable, and renewable polymers as sustainable alternatives. Biodegradable, recyclable, and renewable polymers are developing as viable alternatives to standard petroleum-based plastics due to their environmental benefits and sustainability. These polymers can be manufactured using renewable sources such as plants and microbes, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and minimizing plastic pollution. Biodegradable polymers offer end-of-life solutions through composting or natural breakdown, reducing plastic pollution. Recyclable biopolymers can be processed into new products, minimizing waste. Renewably sourced polymers utilize biomass, a natural resource, to lessen dependence on fossil fuels. These polymers, derived from renewable resources such as plant-based materials, agricultural by-products, and microbial fermentation, offer several advantages over conventional plastics, including reduced environmental impact, decreased dependence on fossil fuels, and enhanced end-of-life options.
Journaling on the Transition to College: Foucauldian Approaches in the First-Year Writing Classroom
Authors:   , Metzger Daniel
Published: October 2024

Utilizing the Foucauldian concepts of governmentality and technologies of the self, this qualitative action research study explored how power dynamics inherent in higher education can be recognized and resisted as first-year writing students journal on the transition to college (JTC). Conducted in a suburban community college in the Mid-Atlantic United States during the Spring 2020 semester, the study investigated how college is a feature of governmentality, how writing instructors’ actions interrupt or reinforce college as governmentality, and if journaling on the transition to college acts as a technology of the self, in light of the ways college governs. Journal prompts provided students opportunities to critically reflect on the institution of college and their experience entering this new space. Foucauldian concepts were not taught, but they informed the journal design. Black feminist theory supplemented the Foucauldian theoretical framework to address factors of students’ intersectional social identities emergent in JTC and relative to their experiences with power in college. Findings indicated students confront institutional power structures including economic power, grades, policies, and institutional White supremacy, all of which affect professors’ role as authority figures. Underrepresented students experience power much differently than those belonging to dominant groups and JTC provides instructors with insight to interrupt oppressive power through feedback. Writing instructors’ implementation of JTC allows them to disrupt governmentality and provides students a technology of the self through which they develop agency. Though disruptive, COVID-19 provided unexpected opportunities to apply Foucauldian concepts to teaching and learning during emergency remote instruction.
The Influence of Knowledge Acquisition on Research Productivity of Bottom-Level Academics
Authors: Adegbaye Sarah Irherhimena , Adegbaye David Gbadega
Published: October 2024

This study was undertaken to examine the influence of knowledge acquisition on research productivity of bottom-level academics. A total of 179 bottom-level academics from three universities located in Ogun State were surveyed using a questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. The findings suggest that the surveyed academics predominantly acquire knowledge through journals, books, databases and online webpages, and they do so to a high extent. They published most of their publications in learned journals, while their publications in conference papers and chapters in books were low. However, they faced challenges such as time constraints, knowledge hoarding by colleagues, and difficulties in organising knowledge from various sources when acquiring knowledge. When embarking on research publishing activities, they encountered challenges like insufficient research facilities, time constraints and manuscript rejection. The Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) evaluation of the model indicated that knowledge acquisition significantly affects research productivity. These insights could help policymakers and university management understand the factors affecting the research productivity of bottom-level academics.
An Assessment of Librarians ICT Skills in Federal University of Technology Library, Minna, Nigeria
Authors: Saba Adamu Mohammed , Dogara Ladan
Published: October 2024

31 https://doi.org/10.70118/ijkd.0202405010.4 © 2024 The Authors, Samuel Ogbemudia Library. ISSN: Print 2714-4356 / Online 2714-4364 Published by Samuel Ogbemudia Library, University of Abuja, Nigeria An Assessment of Librarians ICT Skills in Federal University of Technology Library, Minna, Nigeria Mohammed Saba Adamu1* and Ladan Dogara1 1University Library, Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State, Nigeria. *mohd.adamu@futminna.edu.ng Abstract This study examined ICT skills of librarians in Federal University of Technology Library, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Two research questions guided the study. The study population comprised twenty-six (26) librarians working in Federal University of Technology Library, Minna, Nigeria. A structured questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. Data were analysed using frequency counts, percentage and mean as a measure of central tendency with criterion mean of 3.0 benchmark. Findings revealed that the level of possession of ICT skills of the librarians is high in the areas of basic operation of ICT hardware skills, Internet usage skills, online research skills, online communication, and collaboration. and social/academic networking sites management and email skills and low in the area of document creation and retrieval skills. Conferences, workshops, self-learning, peer coaching, mentoring and among others were the avenues of ICT skills acquisition of the librarians. Based on the findings, the study concluded that librarians need to improve on the aspects of low possession of ICT skills. The study recommended that librarians should sustain and improve upon their possession of ICT skills through periodic training and re-training.
Perceived Effects of Professional Networking on Career Growth of Librarians in Kwara State, Nigeria
Authors: Taiwo M , Sulyman A , Idris A , Olosasa A , Ozoh U
Published: October 2024

Professional networking has become an important skill for librarians because of the ever-growing nature of information practice. This makes this study investigates the perceived effects of professional networking on career growth of librarians in Kwara State. Descriptive-survey design was adopted for a population of 183 librarians who registered with the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) Kwara State chapter. Sample size was 80 respondents who were conveniently selected based on their willingness to fill the online questionnaire sent to the chapter’s WhatsApp platform. Response rate for the questionnaire was 73.75%. Data collected were analysed in simple percentages, frequency tables, mean and standard deviation. Findings revealed that that majority of the respondents (84.7%) perceived that the strategies of networking for career growth are engaging in skills development/acquisition to meet new people, reading current literature to connect with trending researchers, getting mentors and reviewing books, monographs and journal articles. This study concludes that librarians in Kwara State perceived networking to be an instrument for their career growth and engaged in its different forms for career enhancement.
Exploring the IntegraƟon of ArƟficial Intelligence in Nigeria Library Services
Authors: Ibrahim Hassana , Okpala Angela
Published: October 2024

Artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into library services. This paper explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Nigeria's library services. It highlights the use of AI for enhancing information retrieval, automating routine tasks, and personalizing user experiences. The paper was based on chronological review of some literatures, current initiatives and provides insights into the evolving landscape of AI in Library Services. while emphasizing the potential for improved efficiency, accessibility and user satisfactions. Sufficient focus is on how AI technologies including machine learning and natural language processing are reshaping the organisation and accessibility of Library resources. It further discusses the potential benefits of AI in cataloguing, recommendation systems, and user engagement. The findings contribute to understanding how libraries can strategically leverage AI to meet the evolving needs of patrons in the digital age. Additionally, it addresses challenges that hinge on data quality and the need for digital literacy. The paper concluded that the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in libraries represents a significant opportunity to modernize and enhance library services in Nigeria and beyond. The paper recommended library management should invest in training their staff to understand and utilize AI technologies effectively. This includes providing workshops, seminars, and online courses on AI fundamentals and specific AI applications relevant to library services.
Use of Social Media by Library and Information Science Students
Authors: Akpojotor Lucky , Okonkwo Ifeyinwa
Published: October 2024

This study examined the use of social media by final year Library and Information Science students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Three research questions guided the study. The study employed descriptive survey design using questionnaire to gather information. The sample size is one hundred and sixty-five (165) undergraduate LIS final year students in the Department of Library and Information Science, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and Delta State University, Abraka. The data collected was analysed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions. The study findings revealed that the most used social media by final year LIS students are Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube and telegram while zoom, twitter, skype, myspace, blog and LinkedIn are least used. The final year LIS students used social media for different purposes such as; to obtain information for project writing, assignment, to supplement lecture notes, interacting with course mates/friends, socialization/entertainment and interaction with family members. The LIS students encountered various problems with the use of social media which include time management, distraction, addiction, encroachment on academic activities, high cost of internet connectivity and poor social media skills. The study recommended that the challenges of using social media should be tackle, so that students can properly use social media for information access.
Long-term consumption of aspartame & cancer risk
Authors: Muppaty Hansini
Published: October 2024

Artificial sweeteners, specifically aspartame, are present in everyday modern diets due to their low-calorie content and high level of sweetness. They are often used as sugar substitutes to promote weight loss and manage diabetes. Despite their widespread use and approval by regulatory bodies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), concerns about the safety and potential carcinogenicity of artificial sweeteners persist. This research paper delves into the controversy surrounding aspartame, which was classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in 2023. By reviewing literature and analyzing studies published between 2000 and 2024, this paper explores aspartame’s metabolism in the human body, its by-products, and its biological effects. The article also delves into a notable experimental study involving male Wistar albino rats that demonstrated significant biochemical changes, histological liver damage, and gene expression alterations at high doses of aspartame, indicating potential cancer risks. The findings underscore the need for further research to clarify the biochemical and molecular mechanisms linking artificial sweeteners to cancer while emphasizing cautious consumption

and reevaluation of safety guidelines.
Decoding Bennu: Understanding the solar system and life’s origins
Authors: Mohan Kanav Manoj
Published: October 2024

The OSIRIS-REx mission to an asteroid named Bennu collected a sample of its regolith—loose material on the surface of an asteroid—and returned to Earth in September 2023. The successful return and initial research on the sample revealed much data about the elemental composition of Bennu’s regolith. The findings offer new insights into the fundamental building blocks of life, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of life and our solar system. The sample contained organic compounds, key to the origin of life, and also elements like iron and magnesium in abundance. Mineral analysis showed the presence of water-rich minerals, a key factor in understanding the origins of our oceans. Analysis of the data helps further the understanding of the origin of our oceans. By understanding the composition of asteroids like Bennu that trace their origins to the early solar system, we can understand the conditions prevalent in those times. And most importantly, understanding the composition of Bennu also gives us key insights into the origin of life because of the discovery of organic compounds in the regolith. Gathering asteroid samples holds much importance in expanding our knowledge in multiple fields and in shedding on many unanswered questions regarding the origin of life, origin of oceans and understanding of the early solar system.
Exploring Neighborhood-Level Environmental Justice to Tackle County-Level Disparities in Breast Cancer Outcomes
Authors: Tripp Leora , Diabate Mariame
Published: October 2024

Breast cancer is a disease in which cells, originating from the breast epithelium, grow out of control and form tumors. The progression of breast cancer can vary, and its severity is often categorized by stages ranging from early, localized forms to more advanced stages involving widespread dissemination. Breast cancer cases can be hereditary or non-hereditary; Hereditary cases are caused by a penetrant gene mutation: one that is pathogenic and has the potential to promote the development of cancer whereas non-hereditary cases can be caused by a variety of day-to-day exposures affected by socioeconomic disparities and health literacy rates. Despite scientific and technological advancements, researchers and health officials still do not know enough about the disease and breast cancer incidence rates in the United States have steadily increased. This literature review aims to synthesize the relationship between breast cancer health outcomes and environmental justice, health literacy, and socioeconomic disparities. This relationship was first examined from a county-level in the state of Florida. We first examined three Florida counties with varying socioeconomic profiles (Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach) and then examined neighborhoods within the county of Miami-Dade (selected because it has the highest breast cancer rates out of all Florida counties). This examination revealed higher incidences of breast cancer in Latinx and African American communities with high environmental exposures and lower socioeconomic statuses. The identification of specific neighborhoods primarily affected by environmental exposures and low socioeconomic statuses emphasizes the need for neighborhood level modeling to inform future breast cancer research and intervention strategies.
Enhancing data privacy in federated learning using artificial intelligence
Authors: Dua Piyush
Published: October 2024

Federated Learning (FL) is a decentralised approach to machine learning that enables model training on local devices without the need to share raw data. While FL inherently provides some level of privacy, significant challenges remain in fully protecting sensitive information. This article explores advanced artificial intelligence (AI) techniques for improving privacy in federated learning. I propose novel methods that include differential privacy, homomorphic encryption, and secure multiparty computation, enhanced by AI-driven optimizations. My empirical studies and theoretical analyses demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of these techniques in maintaining data protection.
Geopolitics, Privacy, and User Trust: TikTok
Authors: Xiao Yuko
Published: October 2024

The paper uses a thorough review of the current literature, governmental materials, and information available on ByteDance as the major source for analyzing the link between geopolitical aspects, privacy concerns, and user engagement with businesses. The study found that the uncertainty surrounding TikTok’s data usage and the ongoing tensions between China and the United States leads to a decline in user trust. This is particularly evident in the e-commerce sector, where individual privacy concerns directly affect customers’ buying habits and commercial involvement. This phenomenon would directly impact TikTok’s international e-commerce expansion, as well as user engagement on the platform; ultimately affect the platform’s overall growth and revenue potential. The paper concludes with recommendations for enhancing data privacy on TikTok such as reducing data collection from minors, putting stricter regulations on third-party data access and being more transparent about their data policies.
The implications of vibration and sound therapy in modern medicine: A literary review
Authors: Annambhotla Sapna
Published: October 2024

The following literary review studies the overall science behind vibration-based medicine and healing techniques. Specifically, the effects that 432 hertz has on the body as well as the implications of such healing techniques in western medicine and hospitals. Through studies and literature on the use of sound/music in ancient healing techniques, it is found that sound frequencies (different hertz. levels) can be a healing technique in modern medicine as well. This literary review was found using a multitude of articles and novels on the background of sound therapy, various mediums of implementation, as well as studies on the specific effects on the human body - neurologically and physically. There were 19 articles found through research and 14 were used. The major key words used were frequency healing, modern medicine, sound therapy, 432 hertz neurological impacts, and healing medicine. After reading abstracts of various articles and gathering background information, a culmination of authors’ analysis and studies were used to make a nuanced argument on the implementation of sound therapy in the modern medical industry. After analyzing the data gathered, it was found that there is a direct correlation between frequencies and their ability to help treat diseases throughout the body. Moreover, there were clear links between specific frequencies and how they can be applied to different areas to even diagnose diseases years before current technology can. Building upon that, this healing technique is very versatile in that it can be used for a multitude of problems ranging from physical pain to sleep insomnia to cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, the research found can be integrated into the western healthcare sector to provide easier, low-cost, and low resource treatment that is effective for all.
Comparative Analysis of the Personal Branding Process of Leading Hotel and Restaurant Businessmen in Vietnam
Authors: Chi Dang Thi Phuong , Vi Huynh The , Tien Nguyen Hoang
Published: October 2024

Vu Tuyet Hang has built her personal brand by shaping a professional and prestigious image in the field of tourism and accommodation services. Her strategy focuses on building a trusting and trustworthy relationship with customers, colleagues and the business community. Mr. Le Thanh Than has built his personal brand based on creating an image of a talented and dedicated businessman in developing the tourism and real estate industry. His strategy focuses on building strong partnerships and strategic alliances, while creating quality products and services to meet growing market demands. In summary, both of these Presidents are focused on building a trustworthy and reputable image in the tourism and hospitality industry, through creating specific brand development strategies and relationships. Relationships with customers, partners and the community. At the same time, they also pay special attention to community development and environmental protection to create an image of responsible and humane leaders.
Effect of Job Stress and Empoyees Productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Meteroplis Benue State Nigeria
Authors: Igbaabee Ucherwuhe Samuel , Terngu Mshiaondo Joseph
Published: October 2024

The paper examined the effect of Job stress and employee’s productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis of Benue State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study sought to: examine the extent of the effect of work overload on efficiency of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis and ascertain the effect of role conflict on services delivery of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis. This study adopted survey research design, made uses of 115 sample size from First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis of Benue State, Nigeria as a small population, data were collected using a self-mixed questionnaire with response rate of 115 percent. The analysis of data was done using simple frequency distribution and percentages. Multiple regression analysis t-test was used alongside with Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) technique in estimation. The Findings revealed that that effect work overload has significant effect on employee’s productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis and role conflict has significant effect on employee’s productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis. The study revealed that job stress affected work overload has significant effect on employee’s productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis. The study concludes that work overload and role conflict positively affected work overload has significant effect on employee’s productivity of First Bank Branches in Makurdi Metropolis. The study recommends among others that; management of First Bank Plc in Makurdi should concentrate on reducing work overload on staff to enhance their employee’s productivity and regularly monitor employee performance and provide constructive feedback. Recognizing and rewarding employees' efforts to boost morale and motivation.
Digital Skills for Digital Economy
Authors: Djunushalieva Gulnara
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the UNDP project is to contribute to the formation of environments and ecosystems for enhancing ICT professional and work skills among youth in order to improve employment or entrepreneurship opportunities, hence to reduce inequalities, ensure inclusive and sustainable economic growth, and create new jobs in Kyrgyzstan.In this report, it is expected to make an overview of the current situation on digital skills in the formal education system at the Kyrgyz State Technical University. Two options for a digital skills development strategy in IT will be considered taking into account the involvement of higher education institutions. An overview of new digital educational standards will be made based on international and regional experience.Recommendations for improving the learning management system taking into account ICT skills for instructors and students will be offered.A needs analysis will be carried out for the development of a Technical Specification for the equipment. This initiative is implemented with the financial support of the Russian Federation, as part of the UNDP project "Digital skills and opportunities for youth employment towards digital economy''
La gestión fiscal como presupuesto sustantivo y procesal de la responsabilidad fiscal
Authors: Amaya Uriel
Published: October 2024

The concept of fiscal management is a presupposition of fiscal responsibility, and only to the extent that there is a conjunction between the conduct deployed by the agent (public or private) based on a constitutional, legal (in a material sense), statutory, regulatory or contractual competence or authorization, as the case may be, to administer or manage public assets, and the element of damage, the competence of the Fiscal Control Body to legitimately and validly promote the fiscal action through the correlative process will arise. Therefore, correctly identifying its content and legal structure is a task of capital importance that concerns, on the one hand, the legitimacy and institutional validity of the actions of the Comptroller’s Office and, on the other hand, the principle of legal certainty, in the sense that this guarantee of certainty and objective foreseeability is projected on the conduct of individuals (as eventual passive subjects of the fiscal action), in terms of equality, good faith, legitimate trust and, of course, under the iusfundamental plexus of due process (principles of legality and natural judge, among others). In this sense, an analysis of the fiscal management will be presented, which will allow us to unravel its configuration as a principle and rule of positive law, and as a transversal concept in fiscal responsibility, and the process itself, as well as its projection in the field of individuals, all by way of an interpretative statement, and in a context of legal reality.