bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Characteristic Analysis of the MS6.8 Luding Earthquake Sequence in Sichuan, China, on Sept. 5, 2022
Authors: Zhao Min , Long Feng , Gong Yue , Du Fang
Published: April 2024

The MS6.8 earthquake occurred in Luding County, Ganzi Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China at 12:52 p.m. on Sept. 5, 2022, is preliminarily analyzed in terms of regional tectonics, historical earthquakes, sequence characteristics and focal mechanism solutions. The results show that: 1) The magnitude difference ΔM between the main shock and the maximum aftershock, the energy ratio ER of the main shock to the aftershocks, the p-value and the estimated Mmax-value indicate that the MS6.8 Luding earthquake sequence can be divided into the main shock-aftershock type (MAT). 2) The spatial distribution of the aftershocks, their corresponding b-value and expected maximum magnitude are obviously segmented, which reflect the complexity of the seismogenic tectonics. 3) According to the focal mechanisms obtained from the HASH program, the geometry distribution of the sequence, and the relationship between the sequence and the nearby faults, it can be inferred that the Moxi fault segment of the Xianshuihe fault zone is the seismogenic tectonics of the MS6.8 Luding earthquake sequence.
Characteristic Analysis of the MS6.0 Ma'erkang Earthquake Sequence on Jun. 10, 2022
Authors: Qi Yu-ping , Long Feng , Li Jun , Su Jun , Wang Di , Kong Ling-zhe , Chen Meng-die , Du Fang
Published: April 2024

On June 10, 2022, the MS6.0 Ma'erkang earthquake sequence occurred in the Bayan Har block. In this paper, the temporal and spatial distribution and attenuation characteristics of earthquake sequence is analyzed based on the regional structure, the temporal and spatial distribution of earthquake sequence, the focal mechanism solution, and the parameters of earthquake sequence, using the data of Sichuan Seismic Network and the temporary stations incorporated into the network. The results show that: (1) The MS6.0 Ma'erkang earthquake sequence is generally distributed in NW-SE direction, and the long axis of this series is basically consistent with the nearby Songgang fault. (2) As the earthquake sequence is formed by three large events with MS ≥5.0, the frequency of small earthquakes in the earthquake sequence area generally attenuates relatively slowly, while the activity level (magnitude) of aftershocks attenuates rapidly. (3) After the MS5.2 earthquake, the sequence parameters obtained show that the h-value is 1.09 and the p-value is stable at 1.02, indicating that the intensity and frequency attenuation of the earthquake sequence are gradually stable and tend to be normal. The b-value is 0.95, indicating that the maximum aftershock magnitude of the series is estimated to be ML5.1, and the b-value gradually tended to be stable, indicating that the stress in the region gradually tended to be balanced after the MS5.2 earthquake. The MS4.4 (ML5.0) earthquake that occurred at 4:37 on June 10 (local time) is the largest aftershock after the MS5.2 earthquake in the sequence. (4) The Songgang fault with NW-SE trend is presumed to be the main seismogenic tectonics, but the migration of three earthquakes with MS≥5.0 may also indicate that the Songgang fault is not a single seismogenic tectonics, which requires further field scientific investigation and analysis.
Фінансовий аналіз переміщених закладів вищої освіти південного регіону України
Authors: Петренко В. С. , Мельникова К. В.
Published: April 2024

У статті розглянуто забезпечення фінансової стабільності переміщених закладів вищої освіти з південних регіонів України. У зв’язку з обмеженням державного фінансування у період воєнного стану аналіз фінансового стану закладів є актуальною тематикою для досліджень. Метою дослідження є визначення можливостей для збереження якості освіти та утримання навчальних закладів навіть у непростих умовах, а також аналіз впливу воєнного стану і, зокрема, переміщення навчальних закладів до інших регіонів на їх фінансову стабільність та діяльність загалом. Основними методами дослідження є: застосування балансового, порівняльного та графічних методів. Методика дослідження полягає у зіставленні показників за аналізований період та надання цілісної характеристики їх динаміки. Також аналіз проводиться за урахуванням певних чинників, що впливають на функціонування закладів освіти. Здійснено аналіз основних показників фінансової діяльності навчальних закладів. Виділено основні фактори впливу на аналізовані показники. Систематизовано отримані аналітичні дані у вигляді графічних та табличних матеріалів. Оцінено загальні показники фінансового стану переміщених закладів освіти. Забезпечення стабільності фінансового стану цих університетів не лише важливо для самого освітнього сектору, але й має безпосередній вплив на життя населення окупованих та деокупованих територій. Збереження функціонування університетів допоможе зберегти доступ до якісної освіти для молодого покоління, що в свою чергу сприятиме соціальному розвитку цих територій навіть у складних умовах конфлікту. Цінність статті полягає у наданні характеристики динаміки фінансового стану переміщених навчальних закладів. Дослідження цієї теми може не тільки надати цінний науковий внесок, але й допомогти у практичних завданнях щодо збереження освітньої сфери в умовах воєнного конфлікту та забезпечення належних умов для діяльності переміщених закладів освіти. Проведення подальших досліджень даної теми може мати практичне значення для підтримки функціонування закладів освіти та їх відновлення.
Міжнародне співробітництво як ключовий інструмент залучення інвестицій у відбудову та розвиток об’єктів міської інфраструктури
Authors: Маркушин О. Г.
Published: April 2024

Для активізації міжнародного співробітництва, залучення інвестиційних і грантових ресурсів на відбудову та повоєнний розвиток територій органи публічної влади повинні налагоджувати різні форми співпраці з зарубіжними партнерами. Метою статті є аналіз внеску міжнародної спільноти у відбудову інфраструктурних об’єктів міської інфраструктури, пошкоджених внаслідок повномасштабного вторгнення рф в Україну, та розкриття успішних практик співпраці органів публічної влади з міжнародними партнерами щодо залучення інвестицій на місцевому рівні. Під час досліджень використано такі наукові методи як: абстрактно-логічний, конкретизації, статистичний, порівняльного аналізу й узагальнення, системного підходу, що дозволило обґрунтувати висновки та рекомендації щодо реалізації різних інструментів налагодження міжнародного співробітництва. У статті наведено дані про масштаби руйнувань внаслідок повномасштабного вторгнення рф як в межах держави, так і на прикладі окремих територіальних громад Київської області. Наголошено, що через значні пошкодження окремі об’єкти інфраструктури підлягають частковому або повному знесенню, а відсутність достатнього бюджетного фінансування цільових програм із реконструкції чи нового будівництва призводить до затягування термінів введення їх в експлуатацію. Відвідування іноземними делегаціями постраждалих населених пунктів, участь органів публічної влади у комунікативних заходах, міжмуніципальне співробітництво дозволило налагодити співпрацю з відбудови об’єктів інфраструктури та їх розвитку в Київській області. Наведені приклади залучення інвестицій у відбудову міської інфраструктури, зокрема у м. Ірпені, сприяли розвитку територіальних громад. Перспективами подальших досліджень є пошук інших дієвих інструментів співпраці органів публічної влади та громадськості з налагодження міжнародного співробітництва з повоєнного відновлення територіальних громад.
Industrial Revolution In Agriculture And Manufacturing Sector 4.0 Whether It Has The Potential To Increase Value Added Tax Revenue: Case Study In Balkan
Authors: Pohan Fawwaz Muhammad Zakli , Wijaya Suparna
Published: April 2024

The urgency of tax revenue in a country is something that is emphasized by the government. In this research, Value Added Tax revenue is the focus to be examined because it is related to many economic sectors. Therefore, the government tries to obtain tax revenue from various economic sectors to meet the country's targets and needs. This study aims to determine the impact of the agricultural sector and the manufacturing industry sector on Value Added Tax (VAT) revenues or what we know as Value Added Tax or VAT in the Balkan region on the European continent, with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) moderation, through descriptive quantitative methods based on data from the World Bank. Through this research, it is found that the agricultural sector hurts VAT revenue, as well as the manufacturing industry sector which hurts VAT revenue. However, for the farming sector and the manufacturing industry sector which are moderated by the Foreign Investment variable, it is found that both do not affect revenue. Then the last moderation variable alone, namely Foreign Investment, does not affect revenue. It is hoped that this research will provide new insights related to the agricultural sector and the industrial sector with its influence on Value Added Tax revenue.
Formulasi Tisu Basah Ekstrak Daun Binahong Merah (Anredera cordifolia) Sebagai Pembersih Make Up
Authors: Mutmainah Siti
Published: April 2024

Daun binahong merah berpotensi sebagai antioksidan alami yang melindungi kulit. Jerawat disebabkan penumpukan sebum akibat make up tidak dibersihkan. Diperluas pembersih make up inovasi baru berupa Tisu basah. Penelitian bertujuan mengetahui formulasi tisu basah ekstrak daun binahong merah sesuai standart sediaan topical, efektivitas dari tisu basah ekstrak daun binahong merah dan aktivitas antioksidan dari sediaan tisu basah ekstrak daun binahong. Jenis penelitian kuantitatif. Metode uji organoleptic, pH, daya bersih, iritasi, Uji kelembapan dan uji antioksidan. Hasil evaluasi tisu basah padat, bau aroma bunga, khas ekstrak, warna putih-coklat pekat dan rasa dingin, pH 5. Daya bersih baik, tidak mengiritas, lembab, nilai antioksidan 162,957- 51,273ppm. Disimpulkan bahwa tisu basah ekstrak daun binahong merah telah memenuhi standart sediaan topical. Efektivitas ekstrak daun binahong merah diukur berdasarkan nilai kelembapan yang baik dan Aktivitas antioksidan sediaan tisu basah ekstrak daun binahong marah, f0 antioksidan sedang dan f1, f2, f3 kuat.
Pola Persediaan Obat Generik Dengan Metode Analisis ABC (Always Better Control), Metode Analisis Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Dan Metode Analisis Reorder Point (ROP) Di Apotek Asyifa
Authors: Indah Denada Puspa
Published: April 2024

The pharmacy is a pharmaceutical service facility where pharmacists practice pharmacy (Ministry of Health, 2016). In this study, an analysis of the investment value was carried out to find out which generic drugs belong to groups A, B, and C. The Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Reorder Point (ROP) was then calculated. . The results showed that the ABC analysis included in group A as many as 10 types of drugs. group B 4 types of group C 2 types of drugs. The EOQ and ROP calculation results for 2023 were obtained, the EOQ dan ROP tahun 2023 hasil EOQ Paracetamol 100, ibuprofen 90, allopurinol, ranitidin 49, captopril, metil prednisone 59, simvastatin 57, natrium diklofenac, salbutamol 48, cefadroxil dan klindamisin 64, spironolactone 18.000, zink sulphate, natrium diclofenac, spinorolakton 52, meloxicam 51, loratadine 40, lisinopril 46. ROP Paracetamol 520, ibuprofen 390, aloporinol 49, captopril, metil prednisone 169, simvastatin 156, natrium diklofenac, salbutamol, cefadroxil 130, spironolactone 123, meloxicam, zink sulfate 117, klindamisin 110, loratadine 104, lisinopril 78. Control of generic drug supplies at Asyifa Pharmacy has not used a special control method. This calculation is useful to assist pharmacies in procuring drugs so that there is a balance between service levels and costs.
Apotek merupakan sarana pelayanan kefarmasian tempat dilakukannya praktik kefarmasian oleh apoteker. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis persediaan obat generik di Apotek Asyifa tahun 2023. Metode pengumpulan data yang dilakukan penelitian adalah observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi dalam penelitian ini dilakukan analisis nilai investasi untuk mengetahui obat generik mana yang termasuk kelompok A, B, dan C. Selanjutnya dilakukan perhitungan Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Reorder Point (ROP). Hasil menunjukkan analisis ABC yang masuk ke dalam kelompok A sebanyak 10 jenis obat. golongan B 4 jenis golongan C 2 jenis obat. Didapatkan hasil perhitungan EOQ dan ROP tahun 2023 hasil EOQ Paracetamol 100, ibuprofen 90, allopurinol dan ranitidin 49, captopril dan metil prednisone 59, simvastatin 57, natrium diklofenac, salbutamol 48, cefadroxil dan klindamisin 64, spironolactone 18.000, zink sulfate, natrium diclofenac dan spinorolakton 52, meloxicam 51, loratadine 40, lisinopril 46. ROP Paracetamol 520, ibuprofen 390, aloporinol 49, captopril dan metil prednisone 169, simvastatin 156, natrium diklofenac, salbutamol dan cefadroxil 130, spironolactone 123, meloxicam, zink sulfate 117, klindamisin 110, loratadine 104, dan lisinopril 78. Pengendalian persediaan obat generik di Apotek Asyifa belum menggunakan metode pengendalian khusus. Adanya perhitungan ini bermanfaat untuk membantu apotek dalam pengadaan obat sehingga terjadi keseimbangan antara tingkat pelayanan dan biaya.
Accident Avoidance using Railway Track Detection System using IoT
Authors:   DEPT of Information science, East west Institute of Technology, Karnataka, India, M B Dr. Suresh
Published: April 2024

An IoT-based railway track crack and object discovery framework is an innovative arrangement for guaranteeing the security of railroad frameworks. The framework employs a combination of sensors and cameras that are introduced along the railroad track to screen it for any signs of harm or hindrances. The sensors can identify vibrations and changes within the track, which can show the nearness of a break or other sort of harm. The cameras can capture pictures and video of the track, such as fallen branches, flotsam, and jetsam, or indeed individuals or creatures. Once the framework recognizes an issue, it can send an alarm to the railroad administrators or upkeep workforce, permitting them to rapidly address the issue sometime soon if it causes any mischances or delays. An IOT-based railroad track break and protest location framework can incredibly move forward the security and proficiency of railroad operations. Key Words: Embedded system, Internet of things, ultrasonic sensor, IR detector, Arduino Uno, GPS
Android Accident Detection and Alert System
Authors:   Computer Science And Engineering Parul University  Vadodara, India, Gandhi Asst. Prof. Shivangi
Published: April 2024

Increasing concern for road safety has led to the search for new technological methods to reduce the incidence of traffic accidents. This article describes the design, development, and evaluation of an Android-based incident detection and notifi- cation system that aims to improve emergency response capabili- ties and reduce incident severity. The system leverages ubiquitous smartphones and their built-in sensors by combining accelerom- eters, GPS, and image processing technology to instantly capture and share events. When detected, the system triggers an alarm to notify emergency services and first responders of the incident’s location and important information. The system also has features such as automatic emergency call initiation to provide immediate assistance to victims. The effectiveness of the system has been evaluated through various tests conducted in various simulated accident situations, demonstrating its accuracy, reliability and ability to shorten time in emergency situations. This research contributes to the advancement of smart transportation by using mobile technology to improve road safety and reduce the risk of accidents. Index Terms—Android-based system, accident detection, alert- ing, real-time monitoring, integrated sensor, accelerometer, GPS, imaging, emergency response, machine learning, automatic emer- gency calls, security, smart transportation, ubiquitous computing, smart mobile applications.
Development of Movie Recommendation System Using Machine Learning
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Electronics and Telecommunication, K.D.K. College of Engineering,  Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, R.A. Dr.Burange
Published: April 2024

The past ten years have seen a massive influx of data, which has both improved our lives in certain ways and created a paradox of choice in others. It can be very overwhelming to have so many options for everything from what one eats to what to watch. There is a vast amount of data available in the field of media content, especially movies. This abundance is greater than the options available to previous generations. It is challenging for people to locate content that suits their tastes due to the continuously expanding archive of films. By making recommendations for movies based on user interactions or movie attributes, movie recommendation systems address this problem. This paper looks into the development of a movie recommendation system through the use of machine learning techniques in a content-based manner. The system looks at movie attributes like plot keywords, director, genre, and actors to find movies that are comparable to ones a user has already seen and enjoyed. The primary objective is to enhance the user experience by providing tailored recommendations that are based on the essential elements of movies. A content-based approach is used to identify unique features of each movie and recommend similar options to users with similar preferences. We use algorithms such as Text Vectorization and Cosine Similarity to recommend five similar movies based on a user's previous viewing experience. Key Words: Movie Recommendation System, Recommendation Systems, Content Based, Machine Learning, Cosine Similarity
Half-Cell Electric Potential Testing Equipment
Authors:   Department of Civil engineering and student  K. K. Wagh Polytechnic, Nashik, Dheringe Poonam Murlidhar
Published: April 2024

The pace of consumption of the building up bars is one of the significant boundaries expected to gauge the lingering administration life of a built up concrete (RCC) span deck. In the current review, first, the straight polarization obstruction procedure was utilized to gauge the erosion paces of plain gentle steel and cold wound twisted (CTD) bar examples, which were regularly utilized in the more established existing extensions. To consider the changeability of a consumption rate, the recurrence conveyances of the erosion rates for the two sorts of not entirely settled. Then, a probabilistic methodology was embraced for evaluating a current RC support and-section street span deck, exposed to consumption of bars inferable from air-borne chlorides. A computational model was created utilizing the Monte Carlo reenactment strategy, to survey the decrease in the flexural limit of a common brace. It was seen that the decrease in the mean limit and the scattering of the limit as for time, were high with the deliberate factual boundaries of the erosion pace of CTD bars. The half cell testing technique utilizes this cycle to identify whether the building up steel is under dynamic consumption. This technique uses a multimeter to quantify the expected contrast between the steel and half cell device. The examination of the expected contrast between the steel and a half cell device. The investigation of the potential distinction can show on the off chance that dynamic erosion is occurring on the building up steel. Keywords: NDT, Coastal environment, Half-cell potential Test, Chloride content, Corrosion.
Generating a Greater Magnetic Force Using a Single Winding Transformer as a Solenoid
Authors:   Pune, Maharashtra, India, Khadilkar Rushikesh
Published: April 2024

This paper puts forth an effective way of increasing the magnetic force developed by a solenoid coil using a single winding transformer with its core and E- shaped stampings. A solenoid coil is a device which consists of copper wire wound on a core or bobbin. It produces a magnetic field when electric current is passed through the coil. A varying magnetic force using a solenoid coil can be generated using a different value of electric current. Keywords- Solenoid, coil, Transformer, Stampings, magnetic force.
Plant Leaf Disease Detection Using CNN
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Government College of Engineering Chandrapur, Maharashtra, India., Chauhan Chandrapal
Published: April 2024

The existence of pests and diseases in plants and crops has a substantial impact on agricultural production within a country. Monitoring plants meticulously to detect and identify diseases is a common practice among farmers and experts. However, this approach is often laborious, costly, and not entirely reliable. To mitigate this issue, we propose a Disease Recognition Model based on leaf image classification. Our objective is to detect plant diseases using image processing techniques, specifically leveraging Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs). CNNs are a category of artificial neural networks tailored for handling pixel-based inputs, particularly adept at image recognition tasks. Abbreviation- CNN (Convolutional Neural Network), SVM (Support Vector Machine), KNN (K Nearest Neighbour), ANN (Artificial Neural Network), GPU (Graphics processing unit)
Enhancing Visibility Through Image Defogging
Authors:   KKR & KSR Institute of Technology and Sciences, Vinjanampadu, Guntur Dt.,  Andhra Pradesh., Rao Dr. M. Purna Chandra
Published: April 2024

This project introduces a method for enhancing visibility in foggy images through histogram equalization. By leveraging the LAB color space, the method separates luminance and chrominance components, applying histogram equalization solely to the luminance channel. This process effectively enhances contrast and brightness while preserving color fidelity. Experimental results demonstrate significant visibility improvements in foggy scenes, with computational efficiency suitable for real-time applications. This approach holds promise for enhancing visibility in critical domains like transportation safety and outdoor surveillance. Keywords: Fog Removal, Atmospheric Haze, Luminance Channel, Image Enhancement, Noise Reduction ,Histogram Equalisation, Color Fidelity.
Monument Detection Using YOLO
Authors:   Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, ANJUMAN – I – ISLAM KALSEKAR POLYTECHNIC, Ahmed Ali
Published: April 2024

In this Paper we’re going to cover the details of our project, Monument detection. The idea of this project is basically to bring an innovative and more realistic approach for the tourism field. What is to be implemented in this project and how it works is as such. As we know that tourism is one of the fields in the economic world that never stops. We always have numerous tourists always visiting the number of monuments and places throughout the world, on adventures, on the the side note most people prefer to be on their own, exploring these varies places. This is where our project starts being useful. Our goal in this is to make an API/Application that is will let these types of tourists and most for all cause to be independent and resourceful while exploring the ends of the world, using the camera device allowed to be operated through this application, we tend to run an algorithm that will find out what monument or historic architecture that is displayed when the camera through the application is pointed at it. The application will also provide insights on what the image for instance the history behind it and all the event that caused it, and all the information that the tourist will require on his adventure. Keywords—Data Collection and Pre-processing, Machine Learning Models based, Prediction and Visualization, Real-time Update.
Efectos en el recargo de prestaciones por accidente de trabajo de la reforma legal de la cuantía de la pensión de viudedad operada con posterioridad
Authors: García Romero Belén
Published: April 2024

Recargo de prestaciones económicas de la Seguridad Social. Una reforma posterior al accidente de trabajo aumentó el porcentaje de la base reguladora de las pensiones de viudedad al 52%. Debe revisarse el recargo establecido con anterioridad. Votos particulares.

Surcharge on Social Security cash benefits. A post-accident reform increased the percentage of the regulatory base for widows and widowers pensions to 52%. The previously established surcharge should be reviewed. Individual votes.
Pelatihan Pemberdayaan Kantin Sekolah BERHAZI (Beragam, Halal, Bergizi) di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Kota Parepare
Authors: Andi Selvi Yusnitasari  , Wahiduddin Wahiduddin , Ryza Jazid Burhanuddin Nur  , Marini Amalia
Published: March 2024

The school canteen is one of the important school facilities in supporting the teaching and learning process. However, a number of schools in Indonesia do not have canteens and a number of other schools have canteens of substandard quality. In order to grow and develop optimally, students must consume food that is safe, healthy, halal and nutritious. Therefore, schools play a role in providing quality food and drinks for students in their environment. Parepare City as a child-friendly city with the nindya category, the local government has the responsibility to fulfill children's rights and protect, one of which is the fulfillment of school children's snack food according to nutritional, halal and clean standards. The activities carried out are conducting training to the school's academic community, which includes food handlers and teachers. The training material provided covers the concept of the BERHAZI canteen (diverse, halal and nutritious), balanced nutrition and indicators of the BERHAZI canteen. Participants who take part in the training become working group teams (Pokja) for the management of BERHAZI canteens in their respective schools. Schools are expected to apply the BERHAZI canteen concept in their respective schools so that they can become a pilot canteen in Parepare City.
Klinik Pelatihan Peningkatan Kemampuan Literasi Numerasi Siswa Berbasis Teknologi dan Permainan di SD Swasta Luis Betlehem Kecamatan STM Hilir
Authors: Melika Silalahi  , Rina Pasaribu  , Jose Andre  , Imelda Imelda
Published: March 2024

Literacy ability can be understood as the ability to analyze information in the form of text, while numeracy ability is understood as the ability to analyze information in the form of numbers. Both of these abilities help improve one's ability to draw conclusions from the information read. The current rapid development of science and technology really helps students to increase literacy-numeracy more quickly if it can be utilized and developed in learning at school. Some of the things that cause low literacy-numeration skills include low interest in reading, reading is only for learning but not to understand the reading, writing is read only without understanding the reading. Therefore, this training clinic provides fun learning in an effort to improve technology- and game-based literacy. Activities carried out: 1) Explanation of numeracy literacy material which aims to provide information and introduction to students what is meant by numeracy literacy. 2) Discussions discuss and solve numeracy literacy questions, 3) play indoors, this activity is a game using numbers or mathematical calculations but while playing, 4) Outdoor play activities are also learning while playing to improve students' numeracy literacy by hone students' mathematical abilities but still while playing, 5) Using technology by giving quizzes through the quiziz application even though students still have to be guided in using cellphones to complete the quizzes given. Based on these activities, student responses were obtained, including 59% of students' interest in reading increased and 58% of students' interest in learning mathematics experienced an increase after participating in clinical activities to improve numeracy literacy skills based on technology and games.
Rod Hill and Tony Myatt, The Economics Anti-Textbook: A Critical Thinker’s Guide to Microeconomics (Book Review, Fernwood Publishing Ltd, 2010, 296 p.)
Authors: Gidiş İnan
Published: April 2024

The book titled "The Economics Anti-Textbook: A Critical Thinker’s Guide to Microeconomics" by Rod Hill and Tony Myatt offers a thorough critique of mainstream microeconomic theories typically presented in traditional textbooks. Structured with a unique approach, each chapter is divided into two sections: the standard text and the critical text title. This dual presentation provides readers with an insightful comparison, where the authors systematically challenge and question the assumptions and narratives commonly found in economic education. The book covers a wide range of topics, including market structures, efficiency, externalities, income distribution, government intervention, and globalization. Notably, the authors debunk the idealization of perfect competition, underscore the importance of externalities and market failures, and scrutinize the marginal productivity theory of income distribution. Furthermore, they analyze the impact of government policies on income redistribution and assess the implications of global trade and globalization. Throughout the book, the authors advocate for a more nuanced and realistic understanding of economic phenomena, urging readers to incorporate ethical considerations, environmental concerns, and power dynamics into their economic analyses. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the book's central themes, emphasizing its unique structure and critical perspective on traditional economic teachings.
Overweight and its Associated Risk Factors among Students in Tertiary Institutions of Learning in Mongu District of Western Province, Zambia; A cross-sectional Survey.
Authors: Mooka Larry , Mukumbuta Nawa , Funduluka Priscilla
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Overweight and obesity are key public health issues in many high-income countries and have become a major public health concern affecting all ages, including adolescents in low-income and middle-income countries. This study determined the prevalence of overweight and obesity and their associated factors among undergraduate students at colleges and universities in the Mongu district of the Western Province of Zambia.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional study. Undergraduate students aged 18 to 26 years were sampled from two colleges and one university in Mongu. Data was collected electronically by trained research assistants using a structured questionnaire using Kobo Collect software. Data was analysed using Stata version 14 software. The analysis included descriptive statistics, using counts, frequencies, percentages, means and medians depending on the distribution of the data. Chi-squared tests of association, bivariate, and multivariate logistic regression were done to test for association between overweight and independent variables. A p-value less than 0.05 was considered significant.

Results: A total of 330 students were captured in the survey; over half of the respondents were female students 214 (64.85%), while 116 (35.15%) were male respondents. Body Mass Index (BMI) showed that 21 (6.8%) were underweight, 208 (63.0%) had normal weight, 76 (23.0%) were overweight, and 25 (7.6%) were obese. Factors associated with overweight and obesity included female sex aOR 1.68 (95%CI 1.02 – 2.76), age and alcohol intake.

Conclusions: A third of the students were either overweight or obese. Sex, age and alcohol intake were significantly associated with overweight and obesity among students. The prevalence of overweight and obesity is high among young adults, and this calls for early interventions in learning institutions to combat obesity.

Keywords: Overweight, obesity, body mass index, prevalence, diet, sex.
Transformative and Social Justice Dimensions of a Jail-based College Course
Authors: Lanterman Jennifer
Published: April 2024

Research consistently demonstrates the benefits associated with the provision of education in correctional facilities. These examinations typically focus on prison-based education, enhanced employment opportunities, and recidivism reduction. There is considerably less attention afforded to jail-based education and other benefits associated with institutional education opportunities. This study focuses on a criminal justice college course based on the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Model taught at the Washoe County (Nevada) Detention Center in the spring 2016 semester. This course brought together outside students (i.e., college students) and inside students (i.e., incarcerated men) for a semester-long course held once per week in the jail. The results highlight the transformative aspects of a single course that may generate the foundation for functional changes among people who are incarcerated and the value of experiential education for college students.
Adult Education in Racialized Spaces: How White Supremacy and White Privilege Hinder Social Justice in Adult Education
Authors: Bohonos Jeremy , Duff Jr Myron C
Published: April 2024

Adult education practice is informed by the geographic spaces in which learning centers are located and in which outreach activities take place. Throughout American history practices such as redlining, lynching, zoning, and police brutality have been used to enforce racial segregation (Loewen, 2005; Rothstein, 2018). Thus, segregated spaces are products of white supremacy which complicate the work of adult education. The purpose of this paper is to explore how white supremacies shaping of spaces in the Midwest effects adult educators working for social justice.
Adult Learners' Community Cultural Wealth: Seeing ABE Learners through a CRT Lens
Authors: Pickard Amy
Published: April 2024

As a field, adult basic education (ABE) has been slow to address racial injustice or to consider how racism informs commonly-held, deficit-based beliefs about adult literacy students.  This ethnographically-grounded research article utilizes Critical Race Theory (CRT) and Yosso's (2005) framework of community cultural wealth to highlight the culturally-grounded assets two ABE learners brought to their reading class. I argue that increased acknowledgement of community cultural wealth could improve services to the many racially marginalized adults who participate in publicly-funded ABE programs.
Only Connect: The Growth of Relationship when Prisoners and College Students Study Together
Authors: Novek Eleanor
Published: April 2024

This essay describes a class in a maximum-security prison that brought civilian college students and incarcerated learners together. The authors, one a professor of communication and one a sociologist, team-taught the class as a cross-disciplinary and cross-community partnership, designed to promote greater understanding between prisons and higher education communities. Students explored the two faces of education in the U.S.: on one hand, as a public good that spreads knowledge and opens doors to social mobility, and on the other, as an institution that reproduces social inequalities (such as the school-to-prison pipeline). The professors anticipated that these encounters would spark critical consciousness and a desire to work for social justice. However, the most salient part of the experience for both groups of learners turned out to be the affirmation their own humanity and the humanity of others through interactions that built a sense of community and caring.
Exploring A Decade of Research on Down Syndrome: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: J George Rinu , Kumar L Manoj , Deepa T Unnikrishnan  , Kunjavara Jibin , Shiny T Sam
Published: April 2024

Aims: Trisomy 21, the presence of a supernumerary chromosome 21, results in a collection of clinical features commonly known as Down syndrome (DS). DS is among the most genetically complex of the conditions that are compatible with human survival post-term, and the most frequent survivable autosomal aneuploidy. The research landscape of Down Syndrome is not portrayed clearly by published literature. This study aimed to analyse published literature globally by the medical fraternity in the field of Down syndrome using bibliometric analysis.
Methodology: Bibliometric information on literature regarding said topic using specific keywords was searched and collected in the Scopus database. VOSviewer (1.6.18) was applied to conduct bibliometric analysis and visualization.
Results: The study highlighted the most significant journals, authors, co-cited authors, institutions, keywords co-occurrence, and most contributed countries in the area of Down syndrome based on bibliometric analysis of studies taken from the database of Scopus for the past ten years (2014–first quarter of 2023).
Conclusion: This analysis applied state-of-the-art bibliometric and scientific mapping methods to provide researchers and other stakeholders with a panoramic view of Down syndrome from 2014 –2023. Publications in the field show a stable trend, within developed countries. Funding support is much needed to proceed with such topics as Down syndrome and that may be the reason why underdeveloped countries are still behind in the field.
Development of Self Stigma Assessment Tool for People Living With HIV/AIDS (PLWHA)
Authors: Martiningsih Wiwin , Suprajitno  , Mulyadi Arif , Winarni Sri , Retnaningtyas Ekowati
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Stigma does not only come from people who give negative judgment to HIV/AIDS patients but also from patients themselves. This study explored the experiences of the self-stigma of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and developed the self-stigma tool for PLWHA.
Methodology: We conducted a mixed-method study using an exploratory-sequential design in the East Java community, Indonesia. In the first phase, we identified 12 PLWHA through snowball sampling, and in the second phase, 133 PLWHA participated. We collected data through indepth interviews. Subsequently, the insights gained from these interviews were utilized to develop a tool for assessing self-stigma among PLWHA, known as the MARSUDI self-stigma tool.
Results: The first phase of the study revealed three main themes: 1) the feeling of self-stigma, 2) the coping mechanism, and 3) suggestions to combat the stigma. Moving on to the second phase, the MARSUDI self-stigma tool for PLWHA was developed. This tool comprises 26 items, achieving a s-cvi score exceeding 0.80. Following factorial analysis, 20 items remained with a loading factor surpassing 0.6, and contributing to 66.24% of the total variance. These items were categorized into three factors: Factor 1 (self-perception) includes 7 items, Factor 2 (self-labelling) consists of 11 items, and Factor 3 (self-discrimination) comprises 2 items.
Conclusion: The results of this study revealed that the MARSUDI self-stigma of PLWHA is valid, reliable, and acceptable.
Digital Innovations in Pneumonia Care: A Mini Review
Authors: Tripathy Snehasish , Negi Sapna , Mathur Ankita , Mehta Vini
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Pneumonia is a severe respiratory disease threatening public health and requires timely and accurate diagnosis and early intervention for effective treatment. The emergence of telemedicine during COVID-19 has offered new solutions to solve health problem. This review examines recent studies focusing on effectiveness of telemedicine intervention in pneumonia care.
Methods: We systematically searched five databases to retrieve original research that addressed telemedicine's use in pneumonia diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, or patient assistance. Two independent reviewers performed screening to confirm alignment with inclusion criteria. The findings were synthesised narratively.
Results: A total of five studies were included in the review. The interventions across studies were telephonic follow-ups, Smartphone-based algorithm for diagnosing pneumonia, telemedicine set-up at patients' homes and Interactive videoconferencing.  The findings suggest that telephone consultation is effective for patients with low-risk respiratory infections and may be more effective in early diagnosis of pneumonia patients.
Conclusion: The planning for work in telemedicine, whether in regulations or private practice, is necessary to ensure the quality, safety, and consistency of telemedicine practices. The use and availability of telemedicine services, especially in rural areas and on mobile phones, must be expanded to reduce problems in the region.
Development and Validation of a Food Frequency Questionnaire for Use in Epidemiological Studies Among North Karnataka Population
Authors: Sajjanar Deepa S , Hundekari Indira A , Udgiri Rekha , Warad Vijay , Sajjannar Sanjeev L
Published: April 2024

Background: Dietary records, such as food diaries (FD) and food frequency questionnaires (FFQs), are widely employed in large-scale epidemiological analyses. Given the regional diversity in dietary habits, this study aimed to develop and assess the reproducibility and construct validity of a novel FFQ tailored for northern Karnataka (FFQ-NK).
Methodology: A detailed food list was created based on food use and market surveys in the region. Utilizing data from 24-hour diet recalls and a supplemental focus group discussion, a 116-item semi-quantitative FFQ was developed for adults in north Karnataka.
Setting and Subjects: Involving 100 participants from north Karnataka, the FFQ was interviewer administered and the participants also completed three 24-hour dietary recalls (DR), serving as a reference for validity assessment.
Results: Though the FFQ indicated higher food and nutrient intake compared to food records. Significant correlations were found for nutrient intake. Pearson’s correlation coefficients between FFQs and DRs ranged from 0.717-0.965 (isoflavonols to energy).
Conclusions: The developed and validated FFQ is a valuable tool for epidemiological studies requiring nutrient intake estimates in the north Karnataka population. It serves as an effective dietary assessment tool for individuals aged 20 and older in large-scale epidemiological studies.
Post-Traumatic Growth Among Patients Suffering From Burn: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Alimour Shirin Abdallah , Aljasmi Shaima , Alnono Mhd Emad , Alaji Nouha , El Farran Hani , Alrabeei Mohamed Mahmoud
Published: April 2024

Background: Burn and wounds are one of the most serious hospital cases in all healthcare settings, both social and psychological support are needed to overcome all depressive and anxious feelings afterward the burns' incidence. This study aims to assess and evaluate all posttraumatic growth experiences from healthcare professionals after burns and wounds on selected patients with various degrees of burns.
Methods: It was a cross-sectional descriptive design. The present study utilized regression analysis as a statistical tool to examine the variables linked to posttraumatic growth in a sample of 191 individuals who had undergone significant burn injuries.
Results: The study revealed that those undergoing therapy for mild depression exhibited a modest degree of depressive symptoms and a diminished feeling of positive self-perception compared to those in the acute phase. Therefore, a statistically significant difference in the averages was noticed between the two groups. An important correlation was found between depressive symptoms and social support, which had a significant impact on posttraumatic growth during the recovery phase.
Conclusions: The present study revealed that social support exerted a noteworthy influence in promoting posttraumatic growth among individuals belonging to the acute phase group.
Evaluation of Core Stability and Foot Kinematics of Taekwondo Athletes
Authors: Li Kai , Guan Lihao , Qu Qingling , Zhang Jinqian , Kim Sukwon
Published: April 2024

To score in taekwondo competition requires faster kicking. Among the factors that influence kicking velocity, core stability is important, but the relationship between core stability and kicking velocity in taekwondo is unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between core stability and foot segmental COM velocity at the moment of kick. A total of 13 taekwondo instructors (gender: male, height: 172.6±7.3 cm, weight: 64.3±11.78 kg, age: 29±4 years) participated in this study. The center of mass velocity of the left foot segment at the moment of the kick and the level of core stability was measured using the Sahrmann core stability test. During the Naraechagi, the velocity of the foot segment COM relative to the laboratory origin at the moment of the aerial phase kick was positively correlated in the forward and backward directions X-axis. Moderate correlation in the left and right direction Z-axis. Very strong correlation in the up and down direction Y-axis. Through the current experiment, we found a strong correlation between core stability and kicking speed in the forward and backward and up and down directions. Therefore, we believe that adding core stability training to taekwondo training has the potential to increase kicking speed.
Disaster Education in Elementary School Curriculum: Basis for Framework Designing
Authors: Libayao Honey Grace C. , Navaluna Jr Celso A. , Allosada Jean L. , Tacadena Jeanilyn E.
Published: April 2024

This research aimed to develop a school curriculum framework for disaster education in elementary schools. This is a qualitative-phenomenological study that examines how elementary school teachers teach disaster education to their students. Data was gathered through the use of guided interview questions, and the conduct of in-depth interviews. Based on the result of the study, the researchers captured the key experiences of the teachers and the most common approaches being utilized to disaster education in elementary schools, which include the integration of disaster-related themes and topics into specific school subjects, particularly in Science, Health, Araling Panlipunan, and Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao, disaster advocacy campaign through the use of various digital and online platforms, and social media, training and seminars to pupils on how to respond to disasters through the conduct of drills, utilization of safety equipment, evacuation and rescue procedure, first-aid training and the like, and instilling pro-active attitude and discipline of the learners in responding to disasters. Moreover, with reference to this study, a school curriculum framework on disaster education was developed, which will serve as the guiding tool for all disaster education efforts at the school level, congruent with DepEd's education targets in the context of elementary schools’ safety and disaster resilience, as well as school disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) programs, projects, and activities.
Penambahan Kalsium Terhadap Pertumbuhan Ayam Broiler 1-45 Hari
Authors: Noviandi Idham , Sastrawan Sandri , Erita Erita
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pemberian tepung tulang dapat meningkatkan pertambahan berat bobot Ayam Broiler. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Lab Kandang Peternakan Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Gajah Putih Takengon. Penelitian ini berlangsung  mulai tanggal 5 Juli – 20 Agustus 2020. Dengan Mengunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL)dengan 4 perlakuan dan diulang 3 kali. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Penggunaan Kalsium berpengaruh nyata terhadap pertambahan berat bobot Ayam Broiler, hasil yang tertinggi dijumpai pada perlakuan P3 sebesar 1,16 Gram/ekor/hari, kesimpulan menunjukkan bahwa berat bobot Ayam Broiler berpengaruh nyata diantara perlakuan penggunaan pemberian Kalsium dari total pertambahan berat bobot Ayam Broiler