bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the Effectiveness of Internal Controls in the Payroll Process in Construction Companies
Authors: Prince Dacosta Anaman  , Asamawu Sulemana  , Joseph Kumbankyet  , Seth Ashigbui  , Benjamin Akyen  , Christian Donkor
Published: January 2025

Abstract: This study aimed to explore how Ghanaian construction firms manage payroll, scrutinize existing internal controls, and assess their effectiveness. This inquiry is critical due to the significant and growing role of labour costs, and the need to ensure company growth aligns with its intended objectives. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. Data were collected using questionnaires that were disseminated among construction workers in Ghana. These participants were selected via purposive and convenience sampling techniques. The collected data was then analysed using SPSS version 23. The analysis revealed several key insights. Firstly, it was observed that proper payroll practices were generally in place among the construction companies surveyed. Secondly, the study found that these companies were implementing effective internal control practices. Lastly, the study found a positive correlation between the effectiveness of internal controls and the payroll process in Ghanaian construction companies. The findings of the study underline the crucial role of internal controls in the payroll process within construction companies. Given their proven effectiveness in the surveyed firms, the study recommends that these controls should be more widely adopted. Policymakers should consider implementing regulations to encourage construction companies to integrate internal controls into their payroll processes. This not only ensures correct payroll practices but also boosts the overall growth and development of the organization.
Percepción comunitaria del impacto del turismo en el ecosistema de humedales naturales: estudio de caso de la Ciénaga Grande de Beté en el Medio Atrato, Colombia
Authors: Rentería Jiménez Carlos Ariel
Published: January 2025

Este estudio investiga la percepción comunitaria de los impactos del turismo en el ecosistema de humedales naturales de la Ciénaga Grande de Beté en el Medio Atrato, Colombia. Utilizando una encuesta de método mixto realizada en Beté con 50 residentes, la investigación buscó comprender las actitudes locales hacia el turismo y sus efectos socioeconómicos y ambientales. Los hallazgos indican que la mayoría de los residentes ve el turismo de manera positiva, asociándolo con beneficios económicos, estimulación cultural y mejora de la infraestructura. A pesar de algunas preocupaciones sobre la degradación ambiental, la mayoría de los encuestados cree que las ventajas del turismo superan sus desventajas. Los residentes enfatizaron la importancia de respetar los recursos naturales e integrar prácticas sostenibles para mitigar cualquier efecto adverso. El estudio concluye que la participación comunitaria y el apoyo gubernamental son cruciales para desarrollar un turismo sostenible que mejore los medios de vida locales mientras se preserva el entorno natural. Los conocimientos obtenidos destacan la necesidad de incorporar las percepciones locales en la planificación turística para asegurar beneficios a largo plazo y una coexistencia armoniosa entre turistas y residentes.
Sistema meteorológico: temperatura y humedad relativa y concentración de Co2
Authors: Rengifo Guzmán Yuver
Published: January 2025

Objetivo. 1. Implementar una base de datos de variables meteorológicas (temperatura y humedad relativa, concentración de CO2). 2. Evaluar los eventos de interés en salud pública asociados con la contaminación del aire y con la población con mayor grado de vulnerabilidad en cuanto a contaminación y su relación con el cambio climático en Quibdó, Chocó, Colombia. Metodología. Se realizó una investigación aplicada, donde se combinaron diferentes conceptos estudiados en las áreas de la salud, telecomunicaciones y control en un único sistema que fue capaz de medir las diferentes variables ambientales (temperatura y humedad relativa, concentración de CO2), entre noviembre 2015 y diciembre 2016 teniendo en cuenta los estándares de calidad del aire según el Ministerio de Ambiente, Vivienda y Desarrollo Territorial. Resultados. Se recopilaron más de dos millones de datos conforme a las variables ambientales, en donde se les hizo seguimientos permanentes a los factores climáticos que contribuyen de manera significativa a las enfermedades respiratorias. Al analizar las variables temperatura, humedad relativa y CO2, se determinó que los niveles de exposición mínimos y la media se encuentran dentro de los límites permisibles, pero con tendencia al aumento de CO2 debido al incremento de vehículos que circulan en la ciudad y el aumento de la temperatura producto del urbanismo que esta enfrenta. Conclusión. A pesar de que el promedio de las variables analizadas se encontró dentro de los límites tolerables en la ciudad de Quibdó, la población se encuentra expuesta a altos niveles de variación de estas variables meteorológicas.
CHILDREN'S LITERATURE AS AN INSTRUMENT OF FORMATION OF THE IDEAL OF A SOVIET CITIZEN(on the example of Kazakh children's literature of 1950-1980)
Authors: Bekmagambetova M.Zh. , Bekmagambetov R.K. , Nurpeissova E.T.
Published: January 2025

The article deals with the ways of influence of the state-party system of the Soviet state on the ideological education of children through the use of children's literature. The subject of the study is Kazakh children's literature of the Soviet period, which is an important part of Kazakh culture and literature of that time. Archival documents and works of writers served as materials. Historical-systemic, historical-comparative methods of research were used. In the USSR children's literature was not only addressed to the reader under the age of 16-18 years, but at the same time it had an important ideological function from the point of view of the state. Party and state bodies on a systematic basis made children's literature a tool for educating children to become citizens of the country with clear guidelines. All kinds of culture in the USSR, including children's literature, were called upon to solve the task of building a new society and educating a new man. Articles by S. Kirabayev, A. Tazhibayev, A.Nurkatov, S. Seitov, A. Derbisalin, S. Ordaliyev, B. Sakhariyev, N. Gabdullin on various genres of Kazakh children's literature are published on the pages of newspapers and magazines. Children, forming their personality under the influence of Soviet literature, were to become part of the communist society, so the Communist Party of the USSR and the Soviet government gave children's literature an important role in the education of young people. Children's book becomes an independent artistic phenomenon and is considered as a powerful tool in the ideological struggle for the formation of a new man, and childhood -as the most important period contributing to the education of a person who meets the highest ideals of the Soviet society.
PEMANTAUAN TINGKAT KARBON MONOKSIDA DENGAN SENSOR MQ-9 STUDI KASUS UNIVERSITAS SEMARANG
Authors: Hirzan Alauddin Maulana , Adhiwibowo Whisnumurti , Daru April Firman
Published: January 2025

Emisi merupakan hal yang sangat serius untuk di atasi, emisi gas karbon monoksida merupakan sisa dari kombusi yang dilakukan oleh kendaraan bermotor seperti motor maupun mobil. Gas ini bersifat tidak berbau maupun berwarna, namun mematikan dalam dosis yang tinggi. Sehingga perlu penanganan serius untuk memantau gas jenis ini. Universitas Semarang merupakan salah satu universitas dengan jumlah mahasiswa terbanyak di Jawa Tengah, maka secara otomatis pengendara kendaraan bermotor pun ikut meningkatkan kandungan gas karbon monoksida di area parkir. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mendesain sebuah purwarupa deteksi karbon monoksida dengan menggunakan teknologi Internet of Things yang dapat melaporkan ketika terdapat kandungan gas di udara. Model ini dilengkapi dengan sensor MQ-9 yang mampu mendeteksi gas karbon monoksida lebih akurat dibandingkan model-model sebelumnya. Berdasarkan hasil evaluasi yang dilakukan, model ini mampu mendeteksi gas dengan rata-rata 4,17 ppm dari 55 data deteksi yang ada dan tersimpan di Firebase Realtime Database. Dari semua data yang ada, model mendeteksi puncak tertinggi mencapai 18,365 ppm. Meskipun terdapat kenaikan kandungan gas, namun hasil ini masih di bawah batas aman yang dianjurkan. Selain itu, hasil terakhir yang didapatkan dari model ini adalah notifikasi pelaporan yang disampaikan melalui Telegram Bot.
MAKSIMISASI KEUNTUNGAN UMKM CV KAYANA MANDIRI MENGGUNAKAN METODE SIMPLEKS BERBANTUAN POM-QM
Authors: Luthfi Nur Azizah
Published: January 2025

Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) merupakan salah satu jenis usaha kecil yang memiliki peran penting dalam meningkatkan dan mengembangkan ekonomi masyarakat di suatu daerah. Salah satu UMKM yang bergerak dibidang industri makanan yaitu CV Karya Mandiri yang terletak di Punggelan Kabupaten Banjarnegara. Metode simpleks digunakan untuk memastikan kelangsungan dan pertumbuhan usaha produksi brownies coklat dan brownies susu oleh UMKM CV Karya Mandiri, yang termasuk dalam kerangka program linier. Implementasi metode simpleks dilakukan dengan menggunakan salah satu perangkat lunak POM-QM. POM-QM yang digunakan untuk pemodelan dan pemecahan permasalahan program linear memberikan keunggulan dalam penyajian solusi yang akurat dan efisien. Hasil keuntungan maksimum dari UMKM CV Karya Mandiri berdasarkan perhitungan secara manual maupun dengan bantuan perangkat lunak POM-QM sebesar Rp7.750.000 setiap minggunya..
SISTEM PEMANTAUAN DAN KENDALI KUALITAS AIR BERBASIS ARDUINO CLOUD
Authors: Hidayati Rahmi , Ikhsan Afif Muhammad , Nirmala Irma
Published: January 2025

Fish farmers often face the problem of difficulty monitoring water quality from time to time. One method that can make it easier for fish farmers is to develop a system using the forward chaining method. This research aims to make it easier for fish farmers to monitor and control water quality automatically. This system can monitor and control automatically based on facts collected. Things to pay attention to in the system are the suitability level of temperature, pH, and turbidity in the water. The monitoring and control system using the forward chaining method functions 100% by the rules that have been fully implemented
Mixed Signals: interpreting mixing patterns of different soil bioturbation processes through luminescence and numerical modelling
Authors: van der Meij W. Marijn , Riedesel Svenja , Reimann Tony
Published: January 2025

Abstract. Soil bioturbation plays a key role in soil functions such as carbon and nutrient cycling. Despite its importance, fundamental knowledge on how different organisms and processes impact the rates and patterns of soil mixing during bioturbation is lacking. However, this information is essential for understanding the effects of bioturbation in present-day soil functions and on long-term soil evolution. Luminescence, a light-sensitive mineral property, serves as a valuable tracer for long-term soil bioturbation over decadal to millennial timescales. The luminescence signal resets (bleaches) when a soil particle is exposed to daylight at the soil surface and accumulates when the particle is buried in the soil, acting as a proxy for subsurface residence times. In this study, we compiled three luminescence datasets of soil mixing by different biota and compared them to numerical simulations of bioturbation using the ChronoLorica soil-landscape evolution model. The goal was to understand how different mixing processes affect depth profiles of luminescence-based metrics, such as the modal age, width of the age distributions and fraction of the bleached particles. We focus on two main bioturbation processes: mounding (advective transport of soil material to the surface) and subsurface mixing (diffusive subsurface transport). Each process has a distinct effect on the luminescence metrics, which we summarized in a conceptual diagram to help with qualitative interpretation of luminescence-based depth profiles. A first attempt to derive quantitative information from luminescence datasets through model calibration showed promising results but also highlighted gaps in the data that must be addressed before accurate, quantitative estimates of bioturbation rates and processes are possible. The new numerical formulations of bioturbation, which are provided in an accompanying modelling tool, provide new possibilities for calibration and more accurate simulation of the processes in soil function and soil evolution models.
Tuberculosis Pleural en pediatría. Reporte de caso
Authors: Belduma Belduma Viviana Elizabeth , Meza Zambrano Andrea Mariana , Idrovo Alvarado Verónica Alexandra , Celestino Fiallo Giannina
Published: January 2025

La tuberculosis pleural es una enfermedad con poca incidencia en la edad pediátrica a diferencia de la tuberculosis pulmonar que acorde a estadísticas del centro de control de enfermedades, corresponde al 79% de todos los casos reportados (1), sin embargo, constituye la principal sospecha diagnóstica ante un derrame pleural aislado no toxémico. Se reporta el caso de un adolescente, previamente sano, sin exposición a tuberculosis pulmonar donde tras evolución tórpida de su patología y tras el estudio en conjunto de exámenes complementarios, clínica y epidemiología, se instaura tratamiento antifímico oportuno, con resultado de biopsia pleural, finalmente compatible con tuberculosis. El objetivo de este reporte es destacar la importancia de la evaluación clínica del paciente, sobre todo en un país donde la tuberculosis es considerada una enfermedad endémica.
Los trastornos del lenguaje y su relación con otros trastornos del neurodesarrollo
Authors: Astudillo Mariño Nicolay , Alvarez Gavilanez Johanna
Published: January 2025

Introducción y Objetivos: Los trastornos del lenguaje son dificultades persistentes en la adquisición y uso del lenguaje, los cuales presentan como comorbilidad desórdenes del neurodesarrollo. El objetivo del estudio es demostrar la relación entre los trastornos del lenguaje como signo de alarma de otros tipos de alteraciones del neurodesarrollo en la población pediátrica. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo en Centro de Enfermedades Neurológicas y Nutricionales de Niños y Adolescentes – CENNA, en la ciudad de Quito-Ecuador, en el período enero - mayo 2024, donde se seleccionó pacientes con diagnóstico de trastornos del lenguaje y la coexistencia de comorbilidades. Resultados: Se identificaron 170 pacientes con trastornos de lenguaje. Predominó en sexo masculino (78.2%) y el rango etario de 5-9 años (52.9%). Las principales comorbilidades identificadas fueron trastorno del espectro autista (TEA) en un 34.1%, trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TDAH) en un 31.8%, discapacidad Intelectual (DI) en un 17.1%, trastornos de lenguaje aislados en un el 5.23% y trastornos simultáneos en un 24.11% de pacientes. Conclusiones: Los pacientes con trastornos del lenguaje se relacionaron con múltiples trastornos del neurodesarrollo (TND), así como otros trastornos neurológicos. La identificación temprana de los trastornos del lenguaje permite identificar otros trastornos subyacentes e iniciar un manejo oportuno para prevenir complicaciones en estos pacientes.
Computed tomographic analysis of the frontal sinus morphology and structures that affect the size of the frontal sinus outflow tract in Vietnamese people
Authors:   Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho City, Viet Nam, Viet Nguyen Trieu , Thanh Mai Vo Kim ,   Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho City, Viet Nam, Lien Nguyen Thi Ngoc ,   Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Can Tho City, Viet Nam
Published: January 2025

The frontal recess is a relatively small and narrow area with many neighboring structures and is very diverse in each body. Surgical intervention in this area is still challenging for surgeons. The International Frontal Sinus Anatomy Classification (IFAC) helps classify frontal cells on computed tomography (CT) scans for surgical purposes and anatomical accuracy. This study aims to investigate the morphology of the frontal sinus, the anteroposterior (A-P) diameter of the frontal sinus ostium and the A-P diameter of the frontal recess, the frontal cells classified by IFAC and the relationships between frontal sinus characteristics and A-P diameter of frontal sinus ostium and frontal recess on CT scans. Descriptive cross-sectional study on all CT scans of nasal cavities and paranasal sinuses of patients ≥ 20 years old at the Examination Department of Minh Duc Hospital — Ben Tre and Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital.
In terms of morphology, we found that the most common type was large-sized frontal sinus (40.7%), followed by medium (35.4%) and small (23.9%), respectively. The three dimensions of the frontal sinus in men were larger than in women (p<0.05). The mean A-P diameter of frontal sinus ostium was 6.41±2.66 mm. The mean A-P diameter of frontal sinus recess was 3.23 ± 2.59 mm. The agger nasi cells accounted for the highest proportion (93.6%) and supraorbital ethmoid cells accounted for the lowest proportion (2.9%). There was a statistically significant relationship between ostium diameter and frontal sinus morphology with p<0.001. The A-P diameter of the frontal sinus ostium and frontal recess became narrower with the appearance of the frontal cells. From the study’s results about the frontal sinus morphology, the relationship between the frontal recess cells and the structures affecting the anteroposterior diameter of the frontal sinus drainage pathway can assist surgeons in planning effective and safe surgical interventions in the frontal sinus area.
Anatomical interrelationship between infraorbital canal and maxillary sinus: a CBCT-driven exploratory study
Authors:   Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, JSS Dental College and Hospital, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru – 570015, Karnataka, India, Patil Karthikeya , Sanjay CJ ,   Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, JSS Dental College and Hospital, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru – 570015, Karnataka, India, Basavarajappa Ritu ,   Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, JSS Dental College and Hospital, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru – 570015, Karnataka, India, Christopher Varusha Sharon
Published: January 2025

The anatomical relationship between the infraorbital canal (IOC) and the maxillary sinus (MS) is of critical importance in maxillofacial surgery, implantology, and endodontics. This exploratory study aims to investigate this relationship using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging to provide precise anatomical insights. A retrospective analysis was conducted on CBCT scans of 174 patients, evaluating the positional variations, distances, and morphological characteristics of the Infraorbital canal in relation to the Maxillary Sinus. The results demonstrated significant variations in the proximity and spatial orientation of the infraorbital canal and maxillary sinus, highlighting the necessity for careful preoperative planning to avoid complications during surgical interventions. This study underscores the value of CBCT in enhancing the understanding of maxillofacial anatomy, thereby improving clinical outcomes and patient safety in procedures involving the maxillary region.
Topographical anatomy of the vermiform appendix within a select adult and fetal South African population
Authors:   Department of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa, Singh Aleisha J. , Anirudh Ezra E. ,   Department of Basic Medical Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa, Lazarus Lelika ,   Department of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
Published: January 2025

One of the intra-abdominal structures that is considered vestigial, yet highly potent, is the appendix, which can vary in position, length, and diameter due to differences among sexes, population groups, and embryological variations. These variations have been documented in various adult and fetal populations; however, few have investigated these variations within a South African population. The present study therefore aimed to describe the topographical anatomy of the vermiform appendix within a select adult and fetal South African population. The appendicular position, length, outer diameter (at the base, midpoint, and tip), distance of the spino-umbilical line, and the relation to the spino-umbilical line were determined in 20 adult (subset A) and 45 fetal (subset B) embalmed cadavers obtained from the Department of Clinical Anatomy, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. There was a high incidence of the retrocecal position in subset A, and the pre-ileal position in subset B. The average distance of the spino-umbilical line, length, and diameter in subset A were 216.54 ± 36.51 mm, 75.56 ± 19.45 mm, and 5.99 ± 1.64 mm, respectively. The average length, diameter, and distance of the spino-umbilical in subset B were 21.99 ± 5.38 mm, 1.47 ± 0.36 mm, and 29.02 ± 5.70 mm, respectively. The appendicular base was frequently found along the spino-umbilical line in subset A, and cephalically in subset B. The present study’s findings may assist in diagnosing appendicitis and appendectomy within this select adult and fetal South African population.
Influencia de variables sociodemográficas sobre el conocimiento e interés del alumnado universitario acerca del emprendimiento social
Authors: Priede-Bergamini Tiziana , López-Cózar-Navarro Cristina , Muñoz-Sepúlveda Jesús A.
Published: January 2025

El emprendimiento social es un modelo de negocio que integra el ánimo de lucro con el compromiso de abordar problemas sociales y medioambientales. Este enfoque debe transmitirse al estudiantado de Ciencias Sociales, ya que tenemos la responsabilidad de formar a futuros profesionales que gestionen sus actividades empresariales de manera ética y sostenible, promoviendo un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Así, este trabajo pretende identificar cuánto sabe el alumnado universitario acerca de este tipo de emprendimiento, cuánto les interesa y hasta qué punto estarían dispuestos a involucrarse en proyectos empresariales de estas características, capaces de responder adecuadamente a los nuevos retos demandados hoy en día por la sociedad. En particular, estudiamos la influencia de variables sociodemográficas como el género, la edad, el nivel educativo y el nivel de renta a través de una encuesta a una muestra de 600 estudiantes de universidades de la Comunidad de Madrid. Empleando un contraste de comparación de medias y un modelo Probit, los resultados muestran que el género no afecta al conocimiento sobre emprendimiento social, pero sí al interés y a la intención de participar en proyectos de emprendimiento social, más acusado en las mujeres. La edad no afecta en ningún caso; mientras que el nivel educativo afecta al conocimiento y a la intención de participar, pero no al interés. Por su parte, el alumnado de la universidad privada conoce mejor este concepto, pero al de la pública le interesa más, no obstante, la titularidad de la universidad no afecta a la intención de participar en estos proyectos. Concluimos remarcando la importancia de incluir el emprendimiento social en todas las etapas del ciclo educativo y en todas las áreas de conocimiento para que la juventud, al finalizar sus estudios, lo conozca a fondo y esté interesada en participar profesionalmente en este tipo de proyectos que, sin duda, contribuyen a hacer del mundo un lugar mejor.
Study of The Physical and Technical Properties of Lightweight Concrete Based on Polystyrene Foam Concrete
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», RAKHIMOV Murat , RAKHIMOVA Galiya ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», SAMOILOVA Tatyana ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», AKHMETZHANOV Talgat ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University»
Published: January 2025

The results of a study of the composition of polystyrene concrete based on a study
of its technical characteristics, are presented. The study was based on basic indicators, such
as the water-binder ratio, the optimal ratio of the components of the composite binder, as
well as the number of polystyrene foam granules in the composition of lightweight concrete.
Using the scientific-experimental method, the ratio of its components was modeled. The study
used standard materials for the production of lightweight concrete and polystyrene foam of
various fractions. Based on the research carried out, the optimal ratio of components for the
production of thermal insulating concrete was identified in accordance with regulatory documentation.
Calculation of The Multilayer Structure «Rural Wall» Using the Software Package «Lira CAD»
Authors:   Rudny Industrial Institute, GRABOVETS Tatiana
Published: January 2025

The use of the software package «Lira CAD» for the calculation of a new multilayer
wall structure is considered. To select the design scheme, two approaches to the calculation
of multilayer wall structures are briefly described. The results of numerical experiment and
calculation of PC Lira CAD are presented. The implemented calculation method is the finite
element method (FEM). Calculations for static (force and deformation) and dynamic effects
were performed. The sections of the required elements are selected and checked.
Engineering and Geodetic Developments in The Construction of a Hydroelectric Power Station
Authors:   NCJSC «Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev», MADIMAROVA Gulmira , NURPEISOVA Toleuzhan ,   NCJSC «Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev», SULEIMENOVA Diana ,   NPJSC «Al-Farabi Kazakh National University», ZHANTUEVA Shinar ,   NPJSC «Kazakh National Agrarian Research University», KAIRATOV Daulet ,   NCJSC «Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev»
Published: January 2025

The use of new technologies to create a modern topographic base in order to provide
drinking water to settlements of the Turkestan region with an area of 600 hectares is
substantiated. Modern methods make it possible to comprehensively solve the main tasks
when creating a modern topographic basis for a feasibility study for the construction of a
group pipeline with a cascade of hydroelectric power plants. During the work on the object, the
natural and infrastructural features of the area were taken into account, as well as the locality
of the sections of this project, the work was carried out by ground and aerial photogrammetric
method. To solve this problem, the Stonex S800 dual-frequency GPS receiver and the DJI
Fantom 4 RTK/PPK unmanned aerial vehicle were used. Total stations of the Leica TS06 company
were also used to thicken and equalize the newly laid reference points. The development
and implementation of new technologies for the production of geodetic works, supported by
an appropriate level of automation, are always carried out in order to reduce the time frame
for data collection and processing. Agisoft Fotoscan software is a standalone software product
that is designed to perform photogrammetric processing of digital images and generates 3D
spatial data for use in GIS applications.
Justification of The Method of Increasing the Service Life of Freight Wagons
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», BAIGOZHINA Perizat , KADYROV Adil ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», KABIKENOV Sapar ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», WIECZOREK Bartosz ,   Poznan University of Technology
Published: January 2025

The reliability of railway rolling stock and the probability of its failure are important
aspects for ensuring the safety and efficiency of railway transport. Despite their importance,
the issue of ensuring the safety and efficiency of railway transport remains insufficiently studied
today. An analysis the current state of research in the field of reliability of railway rolling
stock and the probability of its failure is carried out. The purpose of the study is to determine
the rationale for the method of increasing the service life of railway wagons. In order to determine
the rationale for the method of increasing the service life of railway wagons, work has
been carried out to collect analytical and statistical data.
SWOT Analysis Of The Mobile Banking Promotion Strategy At Bank Aceh Syariah
Authors: Azra Feny , Rafiza Zuliani
Published: January 2025

This research aims to find out how strategic the promotion of Bank Aceh Syariah's action is for the people of Aceh Tamiang and to find out the obstacles to promoting Bank Aceh Syariah's action for the people of Aceh Tamiang. The method used is a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation. The information in this research is employees of Bank Aceh Syariah, customers of Bank Aceh Syariah Aceh Tamiang. The results of the SWOT analysis show that the strategy that can be used by Bank Aceh is the S-O (strength-opportunity) strategy. The research results show that Bank Aceh Syariah's promotional action strategy uses advertising and personal selling media. The obstacles experienced by Bank Aceh Syariah in promoting action among the people of Aceh Tamiang are the lack of personnel in the promotion department, wide area coverage and network difficulties in several areas in Aceh Tamiang.
Keywords: SWOT Analysis; Bank Aceh Syariah; Mobile Banking
English Language Teacher Education Studies in Mexico:
Authors: Castillo Federico Diana Raquel , Cortez Román Nolvia Ana , Fernández Sesma María Georgina , García Ponce Édgar Emmanuell , Gastélum Knight Carla Michelle , Gutiérrez Arvizu María Nelly , Hughes Santa Cruz Esther , Magdaleno Moreno Mayauel , Pallanez Dávila Gloria Carolina , Pamplón Irigoyen Elva Nora , Pierre Velázquez Oscar Ariel , Rodríguez Rosales Migdalia Elizabeth , Ruiz-Esparza Barajas Elizabeth , Us Grajales Elizabeth
Published: January 2025

We are experiencing rapid globalization and technological advancement, and as a result, the field of English language teacher education is undergoing transformative changes. This book explores contemporary challenges and innovations in English language teaching research and practice that reflect the complexities of modern language teacher education and professional development.
Alimento como possível transmissor de SARS-CoV-2: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Pereira Simone Cardoso Lisboa , Costa Bruna Vieira de Lima , Bento Isabel Cristina , Azeredo Eveline Monteiro Cordeiro de
Published: January 2025

A pandemia de COVID-19 coloca em evidência a importância da cadeia de alimentos e em especial, a questão da sua segurança sanitária.  Com base no conhecimento disponível até o momento, o SARS-CoV-2 estará entre o grupo de vírus respiratórios circulantes por um tempo considerável. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi levantar evidências científicas acerca do potencial dos alimentos transmitirem o SARS-CoV-2, por meio de uma revisão integrativa de publicações de 2020 a 2022. Realizou-se a busca de artigos na integra que retratassem a temática do estudo, triada por descritores em português e inglês, no período de 2020 a 2022, em duas bases de dados reconhecidas; a avaliação crítica na análise de qualidade dos métodos; e a síntese das evidências disponíveis, delineadas pela pergunta norteadora “É possível a transmissão do SARS-CoV-2, pela via oral/digestiva?” Apurou-se seis evidências cientificas, com base em dados epidemiológicos, microbiológicos e de ensaio biológico que reforçam a possibilidade dessa via de transmissão do SARS-CoV-2 e foram propostas cinco etapas de controle com suas medidas preventivas para redução do risco potencial de COVID-19 pela via oral/digestiva. Assim, os resultados de estudos independentes sobre o assunto em tese contribuíram, pois, para uma possível repercussão na qualidade da prática, concernente ao aspecto sanitário dos alimentos. Sinalizam, também, a necessidade de novas investigações mais aprofundadas, para determinar os mecanismos dessa via de transmissão do SARS-CoV-2, bem como a possível confirmação, deste vírus, como patógeno associado às Doenças de Transmissão Alimentar (DTA).
Esclerose Múltipla: associação do estado nutricional e qualidade de vida
Authors: Morais Mayara Pereira da Silva , Carvalho Beatriz Melo de , Pereira Renan Souto , Avelino Larissa Lara de Sousa , D’Almeida José Artur Costa , Melo Maria Luisa Pereira de
Published: January 2025

A esclerose múltipla (EM) é uma doença imunomediada e neurodegenerativa que afeta o sistema nervoso central (SNC) e provoca incapacidades motoras, sensoriais e cerebrais. O objetivo do estudo foi analisar o estado nutricional e a qualidade de vida de pessoas que vivem com EM e observar se há associação entre esses fatores. Estudo transversal com abordagem quantitativa, com 110 pacientes em tratamento ambulatorial. Foi aplicado um questionário semiestruturado para avaliar características sociodemográficas, estilo de vida, condições clínicas, qualidade de vida (Escala de Determinação Funcional da Qualidade de Vida na Esclerose Múltipla, DEFU) e estado nutricional (índice de massa corporal, IMC; circunferência da cintura, CC; relação cintura-quadril, RCQ e % de gordura corpórea, %GC). A média de idade foi 37,17 (10,60) anos; tempo de doença, 6,28 (4,65) anos; predominância do sexo feminino (78,18%) e nível leve de incapacidade (EDSS = 1,92). A maior parte do grupo apresentou excesso de peso (IMC, 55,4%), elevada CC (51,8%) e % GC pela BIA (56,4%). A qualidade de vida foi significativamente inferior nos pacientes desnutridos (IMC, p = 0,009) e nos que apresentavam maior CC (p = 0,003), RCQ (p = 0,020) e %GC (BIA, p = 0,002; US, p = 0,011). A CC (p = 0,009), RCQ (p = 0,003) e % GC obtidos pela BIA (p = 0,013) e US (p = 0,004) aumentaram significativamente com o aumento do EDSS. Assim, torna-se fundamental, o rastreio dessas condições em diferentes centros de tratamento da EM, a fim de que orientações nutricionais sejam instituídas.
Stability Indicating Method for Glecaprevir and Pibrentasvir Estimation in API and Tablets by Using Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography
Authors: Sakala Bhargavi , Bandhakavi Sailaja
Published: January 2025

The current study employed UPLC to assess Glecaprevir and Pibrentasvir in both API and tablets with degradation study and was validated using ICH Q2 recommendations. The isocratic mobile phase used was 0.01 M Ammonium Acetate and Acetonitrile in 30:70% v/v with 0.3 mL/min flow rate on ACQUITY CHS C 18 100x2.1mm, 1.7µm column, with temperature of the column at 30°C and wavelength of 248 nm. The sample was injected with an injection volume of 1.0 µl. The run time was set to 3 minutes. Results: Glecaprevir had a retention time of 1.116 minutes and Pibrentasvir of 1.502 minutes. The % RSD in the precision study for six preparations of Glecaprevir and Pibrentasvir was 0.5% and 1.0%. respectively. The calibration curves for Glecaprevir were linear from 12.5 to 75 µg/mL and 5 to 30 µg/mL for Pibrentasvir having a Correlation coefficient value of 0.9998 in the linearity analysis. The average % recovery was found to be between 99.6% for both drugs. Based on the Forced degradation results obtained, it was found that the drug was more degraded in acidic conditions. Conclusion: With respect to sensitivity, precision, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness, the newly created methodology outperformed the previously documented methods. So, it is suitable for regular analysis in quality control departments as it consumes less solvent, and performs faster analysis while maintaining sensitive detection limits.
Prediction of Secretome Release from Hydrogels Based on Molecular Interactions and Binding Affinity to Promoting Bone Regeneration in Periodontitis
Authors: Prasetyaningrum Nenny , D. Ridwan Rini , Saskianti Tania , Rachmawati Dini , P. Virgirinia Regina
Published: January 2025

Periodontitis causes irreversible alveolar bone resorption. Therefore, bone regeneration therapy is needed. Cell-free based regenerative therapy using secretome stem cells from exfoliated human deciduous teeth (SHED) containing growth factors, including TGF-β, FGF-2, and VEGF, can potentially increase the bone regeneration processes through angiogenesis and osteogenesis. Hydrogels made from chitosan (CS)/Beta-glycerophosphate (β-GP)/Hydroxyapatite (HA) can function as adhesives and control the release of bioactive contained in the secretome. This study aims to predict the role of the release of the secretome in the bone regeneration process through the binding interaction and release rate of TGF-β, FGF-2, and VEGF proteins with the compounds that make up CS/β-GP/ HA hydrogel through molecular docking. Three-dimensional (3D) structures for compounds and proteins obtained from the PubChem database. Docking analysis was carried out using Pyrx v.0.8 software. The molecular docking methods are used to identify bond positions and bond energies between proteins and chemical compounds. The results of molecular docking predictions for the interaction of TGF-β, FGF-2, and VEGF binding to the CS/β-GP/HA hydrogel constituent compounds indicated that interaction could block binding with their receptors. The most ligand interactions are found in TGF-β with CS/BGP/HA on five amino acids, namely Trp32, His34, Try91, Arg25, and His40. FGF-2 and VEGF are each bound to one amino acid, namely Asn102 with CS and Glu64 with HA. From the results of the binding affinity analysis, it is known that TGF-β has the strongest total binding affinity, namely -17.0 kcal/mol, followed by VEGF and FGF-2, which have total binding affinities of -15.3 kcal/mol and -13.7 kcal. It concluded that the controlled release of the SHED secretome from the CS/β-GP/HA hydrogel base begins with the release of FGF-2 and VEGF for angiogenesis, followed by the release of TGF-β for osteogenesis that has the potential to increase the bone regeneration in periodontitis.
Ayurvedic Management of Congenital Anomaly Butterfly Vertebra (Hemivertebra): A Rare Case Study
Authors: P. Udagikar Manasi , D. Sonalkar Ashwini , A. Jain Dipa , V. Changade Jayshree
Published: January 2025

A sagittal defect in vertebral body due to non-fusion of two lateral chondrification centres at the time of embryogenesis leads to butterfly vertebra. It is an uncommon congenital deformity and often benign but forms disability throughout life such as disc herniation and may alter the normal anatomy and physiology of body. A primi gravidaaged 27 years came to OPD at Aaddya Ayurvedic Clinic with the obstetric ultrasound examination reports revealing segmentation deformity in lower 2-3 thoracic vertebra and intracardiac focus in left ventricle. Ayurvedic treatment was given to patient with respect to butterfly vertebra (Garbhashay astha asthi vikruti) along with conventional anti natal care (ANC) protocol, which was successfully managed to reduce deformities within 6 weeks; and baby was born structurally and functionally normal with no evidence of earlier deformities. Patient came at 21 week and 1 day of ANC and treated with Asthimajjapachaka, Tapyadilohavati and Suvarna malini vasant rasa for 3 months 19 days. From 04 /06/2022 to 25/09/2022 Obstetric ultrasound was repeated at 28th week of gestation which revealed deformity in single thoracic vertebra and no evidence of intracardiac focus. USG was repeated after the birth at 1 month and 6 days which showed the normal neonatal spine.
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy Analysis, Antifungal, and Antibacterial Activity of Areca Nut and Red Ginger Combination Extract Against Candida albicans and Staphylococcus aureus
Authors: Meutia Sari Liza , Chairunas Chairunas , Chismirina Santi
Published: January 2025

Background: Areca nut (Areca catechu L.) and red ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc. var. rubrum) are herbal plants that have specific phytochemical compound functional groups that have the potential to be used as antifungal and antibacterial. However, the optimal effect of the combination of the two extracts against oral candidiasis and oral bacterial infections is not yet known with certainty. This study aims to evaluate the effect of the combination of areca nut and red ginger on the development of microbial infection in oral cavity. Methods: Plant extraction is carried out using the maceration method. Functional group test using an FTIR spectrophotometer. The antifungal assay with Candida albicans (C. albicans) ATCC 10231 using well-diffusion technique on sabouraud dextrose agar media. Comparison of concentrations of areca nut: red ginger combination is 80%:20%, 50%:50%, and 20%:80%, respectively. The disc diffusion method was used to determine the antimicrobial activities against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Data analysis of antifungal assay was carried out using the Kruskall-Wallis test with p<0.05, post-hoc using the Mann-Whitney test, and the antibacterial activity using one-way ANOVA with p<0.05 and post-hoc using LSD test. Results: The areca nut extract confirmed the presence of the phenolic, alcohol, and aromatic benzene compounds. The red ginger contained flavonoid, alkaloid, and aromatic functional groups. The combination of areca nut and red ginger extract with a concentration ratio of 80%:20% had the highest inhibitory activity against C. albicans; 15.13±1.71mm with the positive control being 12.43±1.40 mm. In the antibacterial activity, the combination of 80%:20% areca nut and red ginger extract has an average inhibition zone of 12.43±1.40 mm which is the strongest inhibition ability while the positive control is 11.21±2.62 mm. Conclusion. The combination of areca nut and red ginger extracts contained potential phytochemical compounds that influence the antimicrobial ability. The concentration ratio of 80%:20% of areca nut and red ginger extract has the strongest inhibitory activity against C. albicans and S. aureus.
Simultaneous determination of Pyridoxine HCl, Isoniazid, Trimethoprim, and Sulfamethoxazole by Reverse Phase Liquid Chromatographic Method
Authors: Kansara Kush , Dave Hiral
Published: January 2025

Tuberculosis may be considered as a grave and persistent threat to global health.One of the major challenges in the treatment of tuberculosis is drug resistance, or sometimes, multiple drug resistance.The combination of Pyridoxine HCl, Isoniazid, Trimethoprim, and Sulfamethoxazole has recently been approved by a regulatory agency as a potent treatment for multiple drug-resistant tuberculosis.Hence a successful attempt was made to develop and validate a novel reverse phase high performance liquid chromatographic method for simultaneous determination of Pyridoxine HCl, Isoniazid, Trimethoprim, and Sulfamethoxazole.A mixture of acetonitrile and phosphate buffer in a ratio of 10:90 was employed as the mobile phase for the first 4 minutes in gradient programming, followed by adjusting the ratio of acetonitrile and phosphate Buffer to 25:75 until 8 minutes while maintaining the pH of the mobile phase at 4 throughout the measurement.With this developed method, the retention times of Pyridoxine HCl, Isoniazid, Trimethoprim, and Sulfamethoxazole were found to be 3.19± 0.0574, 3.65±0.0374, 4.88±0.0167, and 7.96±0.0989, respectively. The range of values was found to be 5µg/ml to 30µg/ml, 10µg/ml to 30µg/ml, 12µg/ml to 36µg/ml, and 10µg/ml to 50µg/ml for Pyridoxine HCl, Isoniazid, Trimethoprim, and Sulfamethoxazole, respectively. All the system suitability parameters and validation parameters results were within the acceptance criteria, in accordance with ICH guidelines for analytical method validation.
Volatile compounds and fatty acids of mixture herbal product Pectorales Species No 2
Authors: V.V. Chevidaev , D.O. Bokov , A.D. Malinkin , M.A. Makarenko , V.V. Bessonov , E.S. Klyukina , D.A. Konovalchik , A.A. Bondar , O.I. Stepanova , L.M. Yakubovich , M.O. Malysheva , A.N. Luferov , I.A. Samylina
Published: January 2025

Pectorales species No. 2 is a multicomponent herbal preparation with expectorant and anti-inflammatory effects. It includes coltsfoot leaves, plantain leaves, and licorice roots. This study focused on assessing the composition and content of volatile compounds and fatty acids in Pectorales species No. 2. The volatile compounds and fatty acids profile was assessed by GC-MS and GC-FID respectively. It is represented by 24 fatty acids and 91 volatile compounds. The main fatty acids in the composition of Pectorales species No. 2 are palmitic, linoleic and α-linolenic acids. The prevailing volatile lipophilic compounds are carvone, isomentone, iso-octenyl alcohol, anethole, hexyl alcohol, menthanone, cis-hex-3-enyl alcohol, benzaldehyde, pulegone, linalool, α-thujone.
Plant Mediated Biosynthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle Using Aegle marmelos (Bael) Leaf Extract to Study its Antibacterial Activity and Chromium Adsorption
Authors: Patle Aayushi , Singh Bipasha , Gupta Nisha , Shankar Paul Jai
Published: January 2025

Nanoparticle is a miraculous material of this modern era due to their exceptional applications in various sectors (pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetics, paints, waste treatment process, etc.). In current study, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) was synthesised using a green approach with Aegle marmelos (Bael) plant leaf extract as reducing agent. Characteristics of synthesised ZnO nanoparticles were examined with Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy and UV-visible spectroscopy. The UV-vis spectroscopy study confirmed the formation of nanoparticles, showed a peak between 220-230 nm. FTIR spectroscopy was used to detect the specific functional groups involved in reducing and stabilizing during the biosynthesis process. Various applications were performed like; antibacterial properties and chromium metal adsorption. Antibacterial activity were analysed using well diffusion method. Nanoparticles of Zinc oxide were highly effective against gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus cereus) and gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli and Salmonella typhi). So, they can be used as an excellent antibacterial agent for biological purposes. In metal removal, zinc oxide nanoparticle removes about 50% of the chromium from water through adsorption. Current study showed synthesis of ZnO nanoparticle through green approach will have great potential in antibacterial activity and treatment of chromium metal contaminated water.