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Dr. Rani Bang's Leadership Empowering Communities for Health Equity and Its Impact on UN-SDG 3
Authors: Baby Ann
Published: May 2024

Dr. Rani Bang, a distinguished public health researcher and activist, has dedicated her career to improving maternal and child health in in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India. Alongside her husband, Dr. Abhay Bang, she co-founded the Society for Education, Action, and Research in Community Health (SEARCH) in 1985, aiming to address the health challenges faced by marginalized communities. Through innovative approaches such as home-based newborn care, community engagement, and capacity building, Dr. Rani Bang has made significant strides in advancing health equity and empowering communities. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (promoting universal health and well-being). Despite facing challenges like limited resources, infrastructure, and cultural barriers, Dr. Bang's resilience and commitment continue to drive impactful interventions and shape health policies at local, national, and international levels. As she explores future directions, Dr. Rani Bang remains committed in her mission to improve the health outcomes of the marginalized.
Sustainability of Women-Owned, Culture-Based Indigenous Businesses
Authors: Andrew Susan Anita , Samuel Anbu Selvan S. C. B.
Published: May 2024

The business world today is diverse and often defined not only on the basis of products and services offered, but also on the basis of cultural influences and even the gender of the owner. With this in mind, when we look at women business owners, we can see that they not only represent this diversity but are also symbols of resilience and ambassadors of their culture. Historically and in present times as well, women have always played a foundational role in the perpetuation of culture and heritage in areas such as food, textiles, handicrafts, and the perpetuation of education relating to culture and language, but we also see that these contributions are born mostly from a domestic capacity and within male-dominated institutions. Subsequently, we find that many women-owned indigenous businesses are a result of this traditional role held by them for centuries past, often in an unrecognised capacity. We cannot solve these problems using the same way of thinking that caused them in the first case and the unique perspective that women bring to the table is the way forward.
Grassroots-Level Women Leaders and Their Contribution to Achievement of UN SDGs
Authors: Sekar Laras Brigita Ra , Manggo Agnes Meiria
Published: May 2024

Disasters and climate change have gender-neutral impacts, often resulting in unfulfilled rights and needs for women and at-risk communities. To strengthen community resilience, 34 grassroots women's organizations in Yogyakarta strengthened their capacity in disaster management, starting with community risk mapping using participatory vulnerability and capacity assessments (PVCA). Women's leadership in disaster risk reduction (DRR) is demonstrated in local collective movements, such as the Family Welfare Program, Women's Farmer Groups, and Waste Bank Groups. Women's groups have secured programs in the planning discussion, such as scaling up of women's farmer groups, procurement of agricultural and plantation seeds, and funding for operational health activities. By demonstrating expertise on resilience actions, these groups have established partnerships with village related institutions as well as contributed in achieving Sendai Framework for DRR and SDGs for a more resilient community.
Challenges and Perspectives in the Care of Young Unaccompanied Migrants
Authors: Baños Ruth Vilà , Martí Angelina Sánchez , Niella Montse Freixa , Pueyo Marta Venceslao
Published: May 2024

Young people migrating alone is a group that requires special attention from government institutions and the corresponding professionals. The educational care of these young people who migrate alone is a highly complex task. This chapter presents a descriptive-comprehensive study using the survey technique with 17 semi-structured interviews. The results indicate that the educational task is largely carried out by the professional figure of social education, even when the professionals do not have the necessary resources to offer adequate attention to these young people who migrate alone. However, despite the advances and improvements in training with the entry of the European higher education area, social education professionals who work with young migrants alone continue to be one of the groups most likely to suffer from burnout syndrome due to the highly stressful conditions of their work. Therefore, these professionals continue to demand recognition and face new work challenges and conflict situations that are linked to their emotional and ethical dimension.
Digital Echoes
Authors: Aldous Sara Mohammed , Ismail Ghaith Ahmed
Published: May 2024

Social media has grown in importance in the current digital era and is becoming a vital fabric for fusing many viewpoints, cultures, and voices. However, interconnection also makes a maze of biases that reverberate from the digital sphere and preconceptions based on cultural variables visible. The current chapter, “Digital Echoes: Navigating Social Media's Labyrinth of Prejudices and Cultural Stereotypes,” examines the intricate and shifting nature of online spaces where prejudice and stereotypes persist and have an impact on people's lives as well as communities. Such exporting is not only solitary; it is also linked to historical narratives and migratory movements, since they are important in shaping views that are inherently modern. The present essay discusses social media, prejudices, and cultural stereotypes in detail and in relevance to migrants.
The Difference That Makes Us Similar
Authors: Palacios Joaquín López , Gómez Alonso Mateo
Published: May 2024

Education in a child's early years is vital to establishing the basis of his personality. In an increasingly individualized world, where people are less concerned about the problems of others and the spaces of freedom are often not respected, it is important to reinforce the work of empathy from childhood. Freedom is a word that is losing its true essence, its meaning has been distorted by its semantic satiety. This word is taken by society as a right, but the obligation is forgotten, which implies respecting the rights of others. The project carried out from the subject of plastic and visual education in the third year of the degree in primary education aims to work from the essence of the human being, from the condition that makes us differentiate ourselves from the rest of the animals. Thinking globally without observing differences should be the main goal of humanity. This should start in schools, the first contact with diversity.
Ethnolinguistic Inclusion of Migrant Students in Europe
Authors: Roman Gorka
Published: May 2024

Included in education, focusing on the importance of their integration. It examines how globalization affects identity, showing a trend towards more flexible identities and the critical role of language in education, identity building, and social integration. The research reviews literature using databases like ERIC, SCOPUS, and Journal Citation Report, and employs tools such as Zotero and Atlas.ti for thorough analysis. It outlines the challenges and strategies for success in education, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive teaching and the complexities of language and identity in policy. The study advocates for more inclusive linguistic and cultural policies and practices, pointing out the need for further research and policy improvements to enhance the educational experiences and outcomes of ethnolinguistically diverse students.
The Role of Health Marketing in the Dissemination of AI and ML Application in Preventive Health
Authors: Moura Letícia , Sousa Bruno Barbosa , Veloso Cláudia Miranda
Published: May 2024

The development of information and communication technology (ICT) has made citizens the protagonists of so-called preventive health, whose focus and importance are in disease prevention or early diagnoses to promote faster and more effective treatment, and reduce the number of consultations and hospitalizations, which impacts on overcrowding in hospitals. Additionally, the amount and speed of data generated daily in the health area make the need for technologies capable of capturing, crossing, and interpreting information in real-time even greater. Thus, new technologies available in the market bring a new scenario of prosperity for patients, doctors, and hospitals. Due to web and mobile application solutions, information such as medical histories, medical prescriptions, exams, and family history can be stored using artificial intelligence and machine learning. This work aims to understand and assist in the connection of technologies with preventive health and observe how health marketing can help promote this relationship.
Service Innovation Metamorphosis From Assimilation to Synthesis Approach for Building Disruptive Business Strategies
Authors: Manohar Sridhar , Jain Ruchi , Jeswal Ruchika
Published: May 2024

Existing theoretical and empirical researchers associated innovation with technological transformations and introduced radical/disruptive products and processes. However, considering the approaches and theories would be limited to manufacturing industries, innovation in service industries with non-technological aspects needs to be noticed. This study emphasises the need for a synthesis approach that could play a major role in building/enhancing service business models/frameworks. These frameworks need a stronger focus on using organizational, strategic, and marketing innovation typologies in formulating service business models resulting in low customer engagement and customer experience management. This chapter discusses various new business models that have evolved their features and benefits. Finally, this study concludes by emphasising the need for incorporating non-technical components when innovating in services and services-based firms.
An Empirical Study of Online and Offline Way of Disclosure of Corporate Environmental Material
Authors: Nagra Annumeet , Saluja Shefali
Published: May 2024

The growth of the internet and other IT has altered global ease of necessary material outside of national boundaries. Due to the internet's capacity to disseminate information at a rapid pace, most businesses today are taking advantage of the opportunity to reveal financial as well as nonfinancial material to their stakeholders, such as environmental related content. The sample used in the current study consisted of 100 businesses that are listed on the BSE-500 Index Stock. T-test was utilised as the statistical method in the current study to compare the online and offline modes of disseminating environmental information by Indian businesses and MNCs. MS-Excel Analysis Tool Pack was used as the study's software. Analysis of it has shown that it is a sad situation when some of the top executives of major corporations are found to be withholding any type of information about their environmental performance. In India, online environmental reporting is still in its infancy. Large business houses and markets with high market capitalization do not give much thought to their surroundings.
Ethical Marketing and Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Sharma Ankita , Nayyar Varun
Published: May 2024

The chapter focuses on social and ethical concept of marketing, which appeared in connection with the need to bring the business into line with the requirements of both modern market economy and the principles of social responsibility to individual consumers and society. Most modern enterprises recognize the need to implement tools for social and ethical marketing, increasing awareness and consumer protection. The studies suggest that ethical marketing, particularly through the incorporation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development goals (SDGs), can positively impact brand loyalty and promote ethical consumer behavior Social and ethical marketing at its core implements the principles of consumer orientation, innovation, increasing the value of goods, awareness of the social mission, and social responsibility of the enterprise. Increasingly, enterprises are willing to be guided by marketing ethics, such as limiting potential damage, meeting basic needs, economic efficiency, innovation, consumer education and awareness, and consumer protection.
Marketing 5.0 and the Role of Mind Mapping in Content Advertising
Authors: Kaur Navreet , Kaushal Preeti
Published: May 2024

Two factors viz. technology and consumer needs are the main drivers of the marketing evolution referred to as Marketing 5.0. The business philosophy in the present phase of marketing is about a confluence between technology and humanity. The chapter entails a focus on how technology aids human marketers and advertisers to create content and the subsequent emotional experience of consumers. The emphasis primarily is on mind mapping – a dynamic visual representation of a group of ideas clustered around and linked to a single central topic; a tool to unleash creative impulses. The main themes are high-level ideas that radiate from the central image as 'branches' and result in content creation such as slogans and taglines, formulating of marketing strategies, and building of a brand identity. A discussion on transformation in the field of content marketing over the years, the benefits and drawbacks of AI-assisted content creation and the ethical challenges in AI-powered marketing is an integral part of the chapter.
Role of Human Resource Management in the Era of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in the Global Market
Authors: Syal Sulochna
Published: May 2024

Human resource management (HRM) is a field that has evolved in combination with advancements in technology and is now operating in a highly competitive market. Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are cutting-edge technologies that have shown promise in several areas. It is a prospective way to assist with HRM operations due to its ability to simulate real-world situations, provide an immersive perspective, and facilitate communication between simulated & realistic environments. This paper attempts to understand better the possible advantages that the use of VR and AR may give to HRM through an analysis of relevant literature.
An Analytical Study on the Perception of College Students Towards the Use of E-Commerce Platforms
Authors: Kumar Varun , Dhiman Ashima
Published: May 2024

The current study has investigated students' perceptions towards the use of E-commerce platforms. The main focus is on the correlation between the frequency of online shopping by the college going students and their demographical factors like age, gender, and educational attainment. It also covers the various aspects of internet buying and the obstacles that prevent people from making purchases through E-Commerce platforms. In addition to secondary data, a Google form was utilized to collect responses from students at Higher Educational Institutes to an electronic questionnaire. A questionnaire was employed as a research tool to gather information from 208 randomly chosen respondents who were students at Delhi NCR's Higher Education Institutes. According to the results of this study, respondents firmly believe that using e-commerce platforms and online purchasing is practical, time-saving, and useful. But many of them, claimed about online purchasing have been found to be unaffected by factors such as gender, age, educational background, and young generation background.
Metaverse Platforms
Authors: Taneja Sanjay , Shukla Rishi Prakash
Published: May 2024

The idea of the metaverse has drawn a lot of interest as the possible next big thing in the digital world. This chapter shows the underlying technologies guiding the development and uptake of various metaverse platforms through a thorough investigation of those platforms. It looks at how mixed reality, augmented reality, and virtual reality are coming together in the metaverse and explains how these platforms are promoting a smooth transition between the real and virtual worlds. It looks at how these platforms might completely change how consumers interact with products, content, and other crossing national borders and reinventing the digital economy. This chapter concludes by making a strong case for the metaverse's role as a spark for the digital age's revolutionary shift. It promotes a comprehensive comprehension of the metaverse's transformational potential and calls for more investigation into the complex effects it has on technology, society, and the world economy.'
Exploring the Metaverse
Authors: Sharma Puneet , Mahindru Bhavuk
Published: May 2024

In the limitless world of the digital universe, a revolutionary phenomenon is taking shape: metadata. The Metaverse is a virtual space that transcends the boundaries of the physical and digital worlds, aiming to change the way we interact with technology. A hyper-connected digital universe called the “metaverse” promises to fundamentally change how consumers, brands, and businesses will transact and interact in virtual realities. The potential of the metaverse is accelerated by the growing trend of (1) consumers participating and transacting in virtual spaces and (2) companies investing millions of dollars in developing related technologies regarding the metaverse. This chapter is about the synergy between the metaverse and digital marketing, exploring the huge opportunities present for brands and the important role it plays in shaping the future of digital marketing.
Assessment of Male Millennial Digital Purchase Intent With Regard to Online Fashion
Authors: Venkatesh Amita , Aruna P.
Published: May 2024

There has been a tremendous growth in the number of people opting for online purchases in recent years especially among the tech savvy millennials not just in tier 1 city by also in tier 2 and 3 cities of Karnataka, Reasons for such a massive growth can be a result of several benefits offered by online shopping such as convenience, time-saving, reduces time and cost of travelling and avoiding traffic chaos in metro cities and so on. Also, we can observe from previous studies that online shopping is widely preferred by females when compared to males in India and also male millennials are reluctant to opt for online purchases (Chaudhary et al.2022). Thus, there exists a need to find out the factors affecting digital purchase intent among male millennials with regard to online fashion Purchases. This study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the measurement instrument, assess the issues and challenges faced by male millennials and mediating effect of e-satisfaction and e-experience.
Social Psychology and Artificial Intelligence Improvement of the Relationship Customer-Digital Commercial Environment
Authors: Fath El Khair Khaoula , El Hamzaoui Mustapha
Published: May 2024

The combination of artificial intelligence with social psychology in the analysis of behavior (feelings) of web users, towards a commercial offer, is very important to be able to deeply touch the different axes of this subject. This chapter is a contribution to the efforts made on this theme and aims exactly to show, in an educationally simplified way, how to use advanced approaches, from the field of artificial intelligence, to carry out this type of study, to choose the best approach to adopt, and to select the best results obtained.
From Emergency Department to clinic center: management of patients with Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
Authors: Mambella Jacopo , Foieni Fabrizio , Sala Girolamo , Ghiringhelli Paolo , Di Sabatino Antonio
Published: May 2024

Aims: primary outcomes - cardiovascular and all-cause mortality evaluation within 1 year in elderly patients enrolled with Angiotensin Receptor Inhibitor (ARNI) and/or Sodium Glucose Co-Transporter Type 2 Inhibitors (SGLT2-i) in an Internal Medicine Department; recurrent hospitalization assessment for acute Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction (HFrEF); length of hospitalization analysis compared to not-enrolled patients. Secondary endpoints - to identify any parameters predicting the length of hospitalization; safety assessment through the incidence of complications and treatment interruption. Materials and Methods: prospective observational real-life cohort study that analyzes the recruitment during hospitalization and follow-up 3-6-12 months after discharge. Several clinical parameters were recorded for each patient of any ethnicity, considering a diagnosis of acute HFrEF with NT-proBNP and chest x-ray. Results: the enrolled group (34 patients) showed a hospitalization period lower than the not-enrolled one. The rehospitalizations percentage was inferior to Randomized Clinical Trials (RCTs) for ARNI. Cardiovascular-cause mortality, symptomatic hypotension, and Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) were lower than RCTs data. Age, eGFR, NT-proBNP, Cumulative Illness Rating Scale (CIRS), and severe comorbidities, except for EF, predicted the lengthening of hospitalization. Hypoglycemia wasn’t recorded. Conclusions: ARNI/SGLT2-i are effective and safe in elderly patients. Comorbidities and bio-humoral features influence HFrEF and quality of life. The future aim is to confirm the results obtained so far.
Об излучении фотонов переменным электромагнитым полем
Authors: Skobelev Vladimir Vasil'evich
Published: May 2024

Обобщаются и дополняются результаты оригинальной работы полувековой давности с участием автора, в которой впервые был описан нелинейный эффект излучения фотонов переменным электромагнитным полем.
Модель многократного захвата дробного порядка для времени пролета переходных фототоков в аморфных полупроводниках
Authors: Ghouttel Yazid , Serdouk Fadila , Boumali Abdelmalek , Benkhedir Mouhamed Loutfi
Published: May 2024

Модель многократного захвата оказалась весьма эффективной для понимания переноса неравновесных носителей заряда в аморфных полупроводниках. При определенных условиях эта модель описывается аномальными уравнениями диффузии с производными дробного порядка по времени. Это свидетельствует о полезности модели многократного захвата при интерпретации уравнений переноса дробного порядка, задании начальных и граничных условий и разработке численных методов решения кинетических уравнений дробного порядка. Представлен краткий обзор применения уравнений многократного захвата дробного порядка во времяпролетных экспериментах. Этот метод позволяет лучше понять связь между моделью многократного захвата и обобщенными кинетическими уравнениями дробного порядка. Найдены аналитические приближенные решения уравнения диффузии дробного порядка, включающего в себя многократный захват и преобразование Лапласа. Этот метод можно использовать для анализа пре- и постпролетных режимов переходного тока в аморфных полупроводниках с либо недисперсионным, либо дисперсионным переносом. Эффективность метода проиллюстрирована численным моделированием переходного тока с использованием обратного преобразования Лапласа и аппроксимации Паде. Результаты расчета хорошо согласуются с экспериментальными данными для тонких пленок аморфного селена. Полученные результаты открывают многообещающую перспективу. Во-первых, использование дробного исчисления для решения уравнений многократного захвата является новым по сравнению с имеющимися в литературе подходами и дает основания для включения в дробное исчисление эффектов памяти, когда на решение влияют предыдущие временны́е шаги. Во-вторых, численные результаты демонстрируют хорошее согласие с экспериментальными данными. Таким образом, дробное исчисление может помочь получить новые знания о поведении носителей заряда в аморфных полупроводниках.
Caractérisation des faunes ichtyologique et aviaire du lac de Guidimouni dans le centre-est Nigérien
Authors: Anabi Toudjani Assane , Chaibou Maman Nassirou Boubacar
Published: May 2024

L’insuffisance de données fiables et la méconnaissance du rôle socio-écologique de certains organismes aquatiques constituent un  obstacle dans la gestion des écosystèmes aquatiques Nigériens. La présente étude visait à inventorier les faunes ichtyologique et aviaire  du lac de Guidimouni afin de contribuer à sa gestion durable. Pour ce faire, l’ichtyofaune a été étudiée grâce à des prises des pêcheurs  traditionnels alors que la faune aviaire été dénombrée à l’aide de jumelles d’août à octobre 2022. Au total 6 espèces de poissons  réparties en 5 familles dominée par celle des Cichlidae ont été recensées. Les espèces Oreochromis niloticus et Tilapia zillii qui abritent naturellement les eaux peu profondes des grands bassins Africains et considérées de préoccupation mineure (LC) par l’UICN étaient les  plus abondantes. L’indice de diversité de Shannon (H = 0,89) et l’Equitabilité de Piélou (E = 0,66) indiquaient une faible richesse spécifique  et l’absence de dominance d’une famille de poisson. S’agissant du peuplement aviaire, 31 espèces réparties en 16 familles ont  été inventoriées avec une prédominance de la famille des Ardeidae. Parmi les espèces oiseaux observées, Aythyla fuligula est classée  par l’UICN comme une espèce proche de la menace (NT) alors que Paragallinula angulata est une espèce protégée (P*).
 
English title: Characterization of the ichthyological and avian faunas of Lake Guidimouni in east-central Niger
Lack of reliable data and knowledge on the socio-ecological role of certain aquatic organisms constitute an impediment for the  management of Nigerien aquatic ecosystems. The present study aimed to inventory the ichthyological and avian fauna of lake  Guidimouni in order to contribute to its sustainable management. In this order, the ichthyofauna was studied using catches from  traditional fishermen while the avian fauna was counted using binoculars from August to October 2022. In total 6 species of fish divided  into 5 families dominated by Cichlidae family have been recorded. The species Oreochromis niloticus and Tilapia zillii which naturally  inhabit African large basins shallow water bodies and considered as least concern (LC) by the IUCN were the most abundant. Shannon's  diversity index (H = 0.89) and Piélou's evenness (E = 0.66) indicated low species richness and the absence of dominance of one fish family.  Regarding the avian population, 31 species divided into 16 families were inventoried with a predominance of the Ardeidae family.  Among the observed birds, Aythyla fuligula is classed on the by UICN as near threatened (NT) species and Paragallinula angulata is a  protected species.
Perception des ménages de la qualité de l’eau du robinet des quartiers Adjouffou, Gonzagueville et Anani dans la commune de Port-Bouët en Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Kouame Paulin N'guessan , Gbagbo Georges Aubin Tchape , Yapi Ellele Aime Marius , Kpaibe Sawa Andre Philippe , Seki Thierry Oscar , Bakayoko Aminata , Amin N'cho Christophe
Published: May 2024

L’eau de boisson doit répondre aux exigences de qualité microbiologiques, chimiques, radiologiques et esthétiques. L’objectif de cette  étude était donc d’évaluer la perception de la qualité des eaux du robinet et le recours aux eaux alternatives par les ménages de la  commune de Port-Bouët dans la ville d’Abidjan. Une enquête transversale à visée descriptive a été réalisée auprès de 961 chefs de  ménages de la commune de Port-Bouët de janvier à octobre 2022. Les résultats des enquêtes ont montré que l’eau de robinet  consommée est de qualité satisfaisante. Les coupures d’eau s’effectuaient toujours dans plus de 50% des ménages ce qui les emmène à stocker régulièrement dans une proportion de 80%. Seulement 24,5% des ménages ont déclaré acceptable la quantité d’eau distribuée  par le réseau d’adduction publique. Pratiquement 2% et 4% des enquêtés affirmaient qu’il était très fréquent d’observer les diarrhées  respectivement chez les enfants de -5 ans et chez les adultes. Pour le recours aux eaux alternatives, 42% des ménages enquêtés ont  déclaré avoir recours aux eaux en sachets et 41% aux eaux en bouteille. Malgré la qualité satisfaisante de l’eau de robinet, les  populations ont recours aux eaux alternatives qui pourraient occasionner d’énormes problèmes de santé publique.
 
English title: Household perception of tap water quality in the Adjouffou, Gonzagueville and Anani neighbourhoods of Port-Bouët in Côte d'Ivoire
Drinking water must meet microbiological, chemical, radiological and aesthetic quality requirements. The aim of this study was therefore  to assess the perception of tap water quality and the use of alternative water by households in the Port-Bouët commune in the city of  Abidjan. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted among 961 heads of households in the commune of Port-Bouët from January  to October 2022. The survey results showed that the tap water consumed was of satisfactory quality. More than 50% of  households still had their water cut, which means that 80% of them regularly stock up. Only 24.5% of households said that the quantity of  water supplied by the public supply network was acceptable. Almost 2% and 4% of respondents said that diarrhoea was very common  among children under 5 and adults respectively. As regards the use of alternative water sources, 42% of households surveyed said they  used sachets and 41% bottled water. Despite the satisfactory quality of tap water, people were turning to alternative waters, which could  cause huge public health problems.
Spatio-temporal dynamics of agricultural and built-up areas in the Niaye area of Pikine urban wetland (Dakar, Senegal)
Authors: Diallo Fatoumata Bintou , Sambou Hyacinthe , Faye Cheikh Sadibou
Published: May 2024

The Niaye area of Pikine, a wetland with favorable physical and climatic conditions, is a rich and varied ecosystem that guarantees a  supply of water and fertile soil, conducive to market gardening. This plays an important socio-economic role in the Dakar region.  However, this sensitive and fragile ecosystem is often affected by poor farming practices. The aim of the study was to analyze the spatial  evolution of agricultural areas and built-up areas in order to identify related environmental problems. Interview guides, aerial  photographs from 1966 and 1978 and Digital Globe Over view 2 satellite images from 2004 and 2022 were used. The interview guides  were used to obtain data on the management of the market gardening activity, and also to identify the environmental problems it  generates. Satellite data processing revealed, through cartographic analysis, a progressive market gardening dynamic of +5.07%. In  addition, the built-up area around the lake has increased by over 200%, resulting in a 68.4% decline in upland vegetation and a migration  of market gardeners to the lake. This situation leads to the destruction of market garden crops in the rainy season as the water rises.  What's more, the intensification of market gardening in response to the population's growing demand for vegetables has not failed to  encourage bad practices, including the use of pesticides and sewage, which is a public health problem and a threat to the future of this  wetland.
Cartographie des déterminants de la qualité des semences d’arachide (Arachis hypogeae L.) produites dans les principales zones agricoles au Sénégal
Authors: Ndoye Mamadou , Gueye Moustapha , Faye Issa , Diatta Jeannot , Niang Ndeye Aida , Dieng Mame Birame , Ndiaye Saliou
Published: May 2024

Le capital semencier de l’arachide est affecté par la faible disponibilité en semences certifiées et le recours récurrent aux semences écrémées. L’objectif de cette étude était de déterminer la qualité des semences d’arachide produites dans les principales zones. Quatre- vingt-huit (88) échantillons de semences d’arachide ont été analysés selon les règles de l’Association Internationale d’Essais de  Semences et la méthode de Picasso, au laboratoire national de la Division des Semences au Sénégal. Les résultats ont montré que la  pureté spécifique (95,6 ± 0,3%) et leur taux de matières inertes (4,4 ± 0,3%) n’étaient pas conformes aux normes de certification en 2020  au Sénégal oriental. De plus, leur pureté variétale (95,0 ± 7,4% en 2019 et 97,2 ± 6,3% en 2020) était inférieure à la norme dans toutes les  zones. Par contre, la meilleure maturité des gousses était obtenue en Casamance (76,1 ± 2,1%). Les semences attaquées par les bruches  étaient supérieures à la norme (2,0%) dans toutes zones en 2020. Globalement, cette étude a permis de noter que la Casamance et le  Sénégal oriental offraient les meilleures qualités de semences d’arachide. Leur choix comme sites de référence est fortement  recommandé dans la stratégie de reconstitution du capital semencier de l’arachide.
 
English title: Mapping of quality determinants of  groundnut (Arachis hypogeae L.) seeds produced in the main zones in Senegal
Groundnut seed capital is affected by the low availability of  certified seed and the recurrent use of skimmed seed. The aim was to determine the quality of groundnut seed produced in the main  zones. Eighty-eight (88) seed samples were analysed according to the rules of the International Seed Testing Association and the Picasso  method, at the Seed Division's national seed testing laboratory in Senegal. The results showed that the purity (95.6 ± 0.3%) and inert  matter (4.4 ± 0.3%) do not comply with the 2020 certification standards in eastern Senegal. In addition, varietal purity (95.0 ± 7.4% in 2019  and 97.2 ± 6.3% in 2020) was below to standard value in all zones. On the other hand, pod maturity was best in Casamance (76.1 ± 2.1%).  Seeds attacked by bruchids were higher than the norm (2.0%) in all zones in 2020. Overall, this study showed that Casamance and eastern Senegal offered the best quality groundnut seed. Their choice as reference sites is strongly recommended as part of the strategy to  reconstitute groundnut seed capital.
Linear Programming Model and Dietary Plan for HIV- Infected Children Ages 6 - 9 Years Using Locally Available Foods in Simiyu, Tanzania
Authors: Katalambula Leonard Kamanga , Lyeme Halidi Ally , Kahuru Jairos Shinzeh
Published: May 2024

Most HIV - infected patients lose weight, and weight loss is linked to mortality in HIV patients. An adequate diet is essential at all times to avoid weight loss, combat infection, and build and retain muscular mass. A linear programming model has been employed to model the diet for HIV - infected children aged 6-9 years to maximize energy intake using locally available foods. Fifty-eight food items obtained from a previous 24 - hours dietary recall assessment was modeled. A food exchange list was used to distribute food items into breakfast, lunch and dinner. Three different dietary plans were formulated from locally available food with recommended amount of energy intake of greater than or equal to 1815 Kcal.
Cinema, Internet, Racismo e Mercado Financeiro: das denúncias coloniais à héxis política pela educação matemática
Authors: Rosa Maurício , Powell Arthur B.
Published: May 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo discutir teoricamente uma possível articulação entre Cinema, Internet, racismo e mercado financeiro como prática educativa para a sala de aula de matemática. Apresentamos uma possível experiência educacional matemática com Tecnologias Digitais (DT) (Cinema via streaming e Internet como fonte de informação jornalística) que pode assumir o papel de meio de revelação de uma héxis política que defende a justiça social. Fazemos isso debatendo uma cena do filme "Doutor Gama" (2021) que retrata a vida de Luiz Gama (um renomado abolicionista) e trazendo informações jornalísticas de antes da abolição da escravatura e de situações atuais que retratam as relações entre o que é postulado pelo mercado financeiro e o que está por trás do que é postulado, especificamente, o racismo e a injustiça social. Nossas considerações se alinham com uma héxis política por meio da educação matemática, ou seja, uma postura antirracista e em defesa da justiça social, desenvolvida nas atividades de educação financeira por meio da transposição de problemas.
Em Busca Da Superação De Defasagens De Aprendizagem Durante A Atividade De Ensino De Matemática
Authors: Da Conceição Ferreira Debora , Pereira das Virgens Wellington
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo é um recorte de pesquisa de mestrado e tem como objetivo apresentar aspectos da análise de movimentos formativos que potencializaram a superação de defasagens de aprendizagens matemáticas acumuladas ao longo de períodos pregressos de escolarização. O movimento formativo que contextualiza a pesquisa ocorreu em turmas do Ensino Médio de uma escola de Educação Básica da rede pública estadual de São Paulo, e o recorte destacado neste texto enfatiza os movimentos de um grupo de estudantes durante as aulas de matemática que buscavam desenvolver os estudos de funções polinomiais do 1º grau. O objetivo deste texto é apresentar o potencial da perspectiva teórico-metodológica que fundamentou a organização de tal movimento formativo para a superação daquelas defasagens de aprendizagem. Essa perspectiva teórico-metodológica remete aos pressupostos das teorias histórico-cultural e da atividade. A partir do conceito de atividade e assumindo a necessidade de superação da perspectiva de desenvolvimento do mero saber-fazer, evidenciamos que, ao se apropriarem do conhecimento matemático no contexto da atividade orientadora de ensino, os estudantes desenvolvem modos de pensamento, inclusive o pensamento algébrico funcional, que trazem consigo indícios de movimentos de sentidos pessoais que remetem à superação de defasagens de aprendizagem de conteúdos curriculares não aprendidos nos processos de escolarização pregressa.
An Exploration of the Principles of Loss of Character through Fundamental Cognitive Mechanisms
Authors: Song Kwang Han
Published: May 2024

In the 21st century, humanity is hearing warnings that its very existence is threatened in a serious crisis not only socio- environmentally, but also in the natural environment. As one of the fundamental causes, the seriousness of loss of character is pointed out throughout society, and the need for character restoration is in strong demand. However, due to the absence of agreed upon knowledge about what character is and how it is lost, effective character education for essential character healing or the prevention of fundamental loss of character is not possible. Unlike other studies on character, the reality of character was essentially explored from the origin of the mind, where various mental phenomena arise (Song, 2022). According to the study, character is composed of two conflicting desires of nature: a nature for ‘emptiness,’ which is a mind that tries not to think and thus any cognitive structure (knowledge) does not appear internally, and a nature for ‘appearance,’ which is a mind that tries to think of forming knowledge and thus knowledge appears internally. According to this study, loss of character refers to a situation in which emptiness is weakly or barely expressed compared to manifest nature, which is excessively expressed, meaning that the mind of knowledge appears excessively inside, while the empty mind appears in a small or almost non-existent manner. Accordingly, this paper explored how this loss of character occurs through fundamental cognitive mechanisms (Song & Porath, 2006). According to the results, this study confirmed that the loss of character is due to ‘obsession’ with material phenomena caused by ‘autistic phenomenon’, where the brain's cognitive space grows excessively and too much attention is drawn inward and consciousness becomes trapped within it. Based on this character loss mechanism, this paper provides a discussion on the direction of character loss prevention education that can prevent character loss or its deepening.
TEACHER PERFORMANCE AND ATTITUDE OF STUDENTS TOWARD PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Authors: Licudine Shara Gay C.
Published: May 2024

Most research over the last three decades has shown that students' views toward physical education, whether good or negative, are essential variables in their engagement in physical activities. The study aimed to determine the significant influence of teacher performance and students' attitudes toward physical education. The study included 199 students from the Padada and Hagonoy II districts in the Philippines who participated in quantitative non-experimental research using a correlational technique and a random sample technique. All participants completed the questionnaire, which consisted of 68 questions. Instruction, evidence of student learning, management and organization, learning climate, and professionalism were the factors that affect teacher performance. Moreover, family physical education, cultural physical education, and personal physical education were student performance indicators. Mean, Pearson-r, and Regression were the statistical tools used for the data treatment. Results showed a high level of teacher performance regarding instruction, management, and organization and evidence of student learning and learning climate. Thus, only professionalism shows significant results (r=.326, p<0.05). The study also revealed that student attitudes towards physical education were very high regarding cultural, physical education, family physical education, and personal physical education. Furthermore, there was only a minimal significant relation between the indicators. However, this cannot affect the overall result of the study. Implications for future studies and practice are provided in this paper.
 

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Case Report of Arthroscopic Anatomical Bone Glenoid Augmentation with Subscapularis Tendon Protection with A 24 Months Follow-Up and Literature Review of The Current Concepts of Glenoid Bone Augmentation
Authors: Sibilska Aleksandra
Published: May 2024

Recurrent shoulder instability is known to be a challenge in terms of the success rate of surgical stabilization of the shoulder joint. According to the latest literature the choice of the glenohumeral stabilization surgical treatment is guided by the degree of bone loss. Among the techniques dedicated to significant glenoid bone loss, one will find many already reported, but each has its drawbacks. As we observe currently popular techniques, we conclude that we should continue to look for techniques or some modifications to those already available that are laden with as few complications as possible. In 2019, a new technique called bone block cerclage has been described. It is a new approach, using when metal implants are not used while providing benefits such as maintenance and integrity and function of structures like coracobrachialis, short head of biceps, pectoralis minor and preservation of subscapularis tendon. Currently, there are not many reported cases in the literature after BBC with a longer follow-up time. In this paper, we present the case of our patient operated on 24 months ago with this technique with good results. The patient is still under our observation. Due to the relatively new technique and the small number of described follow- ups, we feel it is relevant to describe our case.
Potential Stem Cell Treatment for Common Hip Conditions: Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis and Gluteal Tendinopathy
Authors: Gallicchio Vincent S
Published: May 2024

Hip pathology, encompassing common conditions such as Osteoarthritis (OA), Osteonecrosis (ONFH) and gluteal tendinopathy, presents significant challenges in clinical management which often necessitate innovative treatment modalities. Stem cell therapy has emerged as a promising approach for addressing these complex hip conditions by promoting tissue regeneration and modifying disease progression. This paper aims to review the current literature on stem cell therapy for hip pathology, focusing on its application in OA, ONFH and gluteal tendinopathy. A comprehensive review of relevant studies and clinical trials was conducted by examining the safety, efficacy and potential mechanisms of action of stem cell therapy in hip conditions. Studies investigating the use of Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (BMMSCs), Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (ADMSCs) and Tendon-Derived Stem Cells (TDSCs) were included in the analysis. The reviewed studies demonstrate promising outcomes of stem cell therapy in improving pain, functionality and halting disease progression in patients with hip OA. Intra-articular injections of MSCs have shown sustained benefits and arrested the progression of osteoarthritis. Stem cell therapy has also shown effectiveness in delaying the progression of ONFH, reducing femoral head collapse and decreasing the need for total hip replacement. Furthermore, in cases of gluteal tendinopathy, stem cell therapy has exhibited significant improvements in pain and functionality in a limited number of studies on the topic and also offers sustained relief in patients unresponsive to conventional treatments. Stem cell therapy holds immense potential as a safe and effective intervention for hip pathology and offers disease-modifying effects and sustained clinical benefits in these prevalent conditions. Further research is warranted to optimize treatment protocols, clarify mechanisms of action and validate long-term efficacy in larger cohorts.
Effects of dietary β-sitosterol supplementation on growth performance, antioxidant ability, and disease resistance in largemouth bass Micropterus salmoides
Authors: Xing Yangyang , Zhang Liping , Xue Mingyang , Liu Wei , Jiang Nan , Li Yiqun , Chen Jianwu , Fan Yuding , Zhou Yong , Meng Yan
Published: May 2024

β-sitosterol, as the most abundant phytosterol, has been shown to exert multiple biological roles in in vitro and in vivo animal studies. Largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) is an economical freshwater-farmed species widely cultivated in China due to its nutritious and delicious meat. This study investigated the effects of dietary β-sitosterol supplementation on largemouth bass farming. In the study, largemouth bass were fed with five levels of β-sitosterol (0, 20, 40, 80, and 160 mg/kg) supplementation in a commercial feed for four weeks. The growth performance, antioxidant ability, intestinal structure, immune-related gene expression, and resistance to pathogens such as Aeromonas hydrophila and largemouth bass virus (LMBRaV) were detected. The results revealed that β-sitosterol supplementation in feed increased the weight gain rate of largemouth bass, with 40 mg/kg supplementation displaying the best effect. The serum biochemical indices all showed an increase, including glucose and alkaline phosphatase. The intestinal villus length and muscularis propria thickness also increased, accompanied by elevated digestive enzyme activities, which promoted digestion and absorption of nutrients. Meanwhile, the levels of total cholesterol, aspartate aminotransferase, and alanine aminotransferase in serum decreased, indicating reduced liver damage. In addition, β-sitosterol supplementation effectively enhanced the antioxidant capacity of largemouth bass by decreasing malondialdehyde and elevating superoxide dismutase. Immune-related gene expression also changed. Pathogen infection tests revealed that β-sitosterol supplementation in feed had a certain protective effect against infection in largemouth bass, with the protection rate against A. hydrophila being higher than LMBRaV. The 40 mg/kg β-sitosterol supplementation group exhibited the best results. Collectively, the results revealed that the β-sitosterol can promote growth, improve enzyme activity, stimulate intestinal digestion, increase immune gene expression, and induce disease resistance in largemouth bass, with the optimal supplementation dosage being 40 mg/kg. β-sitosterol might be an excellent feed additive in aquaculture.