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Organized Corporate Crimes using Model Law Development for Health Regulation and Policy
Authors:   Bournemouth University, Llarena Zharama
Published: September 2024

Corporate Governance is a conceptual framework of business designs intended to illustrate the various activities of a company towards fulfilling its profit goals as private stakeholder and contributing to public interests for social obligation of sustainable development. Tax aggressiveness is utilized by board director and its members to lessen tax contribution which is contrary to the government sector goals of maximizing tax impositions for public welfare and safety. Unlawful behavior on tax aggressiveness is known as tax evasion while tax avoidance is not a violation and serves as a loophole to the taxation system, although corporate fraud is apparent in off-label medicines. UNCITRAL model law is a legal arbitration concept of making “commercial” expand to other comparable jurisdiction of international trade. The European Patent Commission is the legal authority that delineates medical policies from patented products. This paper aims to develop arbitration framework based on stakeholder theory of corporate governance to separate tax evasion from tax avoidance as crime sourcing treatment of policies and engineer tax planning to divide intellectual property of product design with corporate fraud concerning off-label medicines. Therefore, organized crimes in pharmaceutical industries are needed to be clearly managed by institutional healthcare companies for promoting economic success.
ВНУТРЕННИЙ АУДИТ ЛЕКАРСТВЕННЫХ ПРЕПАРАТОВ И МЕДИЦИНСКИХ ИЗДЕЛИЙ НА БАЗЕ ЛЕЧЕБНО-ПРОФИЛАКТИЧЕСКОГО УЧРЕЖДЕНИЯ
Authors: Егорова Светлана Николаевна , Нуруллина Юлия Фанусовна
Published: September 2024

Внутренний аудит лекарственных препаратов и медицинских изделий в лечебных учреждениях (ЛПУ) является актуальной проблемой, обусловленной потребностью в обеспечении медицинской безопасности и повышении эффективности ЛПУ. Целью исследования является теоретическое выделение алгоритма внутреннего аудита лекарственных и медицинских препаратов в ЛПУ. Реализация алгоритма будет способствовать повышению качества медицинского обслуживания.
TEACHING FRENCH TO BILINGUAL CHILDREN: A STUDY OF THE FEATURES AND PROBLEMS FACED BY CHILDREN WHO ALREADY SPEAK TWO LANGUAGES WHEN LEARNING FRENCH AS A THIRD LANGUAGE
Authors: Свириденко Анастасия Денисовна
Published: September 2024

В статье рассматриваются особенности и проблемы, с которыми сталкиваются дети билингвы при изучении французского языка как третьего иностранного. Внимание уделяется когнитивным и лингвистическим аспектам, влиянию уже известных языков на изучение французского, а также специфическим трудностям и стратегиям, которые могут способствовать успешному освоению нового языка. Исследование основано на анализе существующих научных работ и включает рекомендации для педагогов, работающих с билингвами.

The article examines the features and problems that bilingual children face when learning French as a third foreign language. Attention is paid to cognitive and linguistic aspects, the influence of already known languages on learning French, as well as specific difficulties and strategies that can contribute to the successful development of a new language. The study is based on an analysis of existing scientific papers and includes recommendations for teachers working with bilinguals.
PHYSIOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL CULTURE AND SPORTS
Authors: Федорова София Александровна , Зерчанинова Елена Игоревна
Published: September 2024

В современном мире спорт высоких достижений характеризуется большим количеством травм за счет более сжатых сроков реализации определенных спортивных планов, а также достижения целей. Для более совершенного подхода к лечению и реабилитации необходимо владеть физиологическими основами адаптивной физической культуры, чтобы подобрать наиболее эффективное направление реабилитации спортсмену.

In the modern world, high-performance sports are characterized by a large number of injuries due to shorter deadlines for the implementation of certain sports plans, as well as the achievement of goals. For a more advanced approach to treatment and rehabilitation, it is necessary to master the physiological foundations of adaptive physical culture in order to choose the most effective direction of rehabilitation for an athlete.
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN TRAINING AND ACTIVITIES OF GRAPHIC ARTISTS
Authors: Аль-Муршеди Ахмед Вахид Хамза
Published: September 2024

В данной статье исследуется трансформационное влияние цифровых технологий на подготовку художников-графиков. В ней рассматривается, как наступление цифровой эры, характеризующееся быстрым технологическим прогрессом и демократизацией инструментов дизайна, изменило образовательный ландшафт для начинающих художников-графиков. В статье рассматривается исторический контекст обучения графическому дизайну, подчеркивается переход от ручных техник к цифровым методам, которые позволяют ускорить производство и расширить творческие возможности. На протяжении всего анализа в статье подчеркивается как положительное, так и отрицательное влияние цифровых технологий на эту область. В качестве положительного момента отмечается повышение доступности инструментов для художников и расширение творческих границ. В качестве негативного аспекта рассматривается возможность вытеснения технологиями традиционных навыков и снижения ценности профессионального обучения. Утверждается, что современные учебные программы должны включать в себя комплексное обучение цифровым навыкам и одновременно способствовать пониманию эстетических, концептуальных и этических аспектов графического дизайна.

This article explores the transformational impact of digital technologies on the training of graphic artists. It examines how the advent of the digital age, characterised by rapid technological advances and the democratisation of design tools, has changed the educational landscape for aspiring graphic artists. The article examines the historical context of graphic design education, emphasising the shift from manual techniques to digital methods that allow for faster production and greater creative possibilities. Throughout the analysis, the article emphasises both the positive and negative impact of digital technology on the field. The increased accessibility of tools for artists and the expansion of creative boundaries is highlighted as a positive aspect. On the negative side, the possibility of technology displacing traditional skills and diminishing the value of professional learning is discussed. It is argued that contemporary curricula should include comprehensive training in digital skills while fostering an understanding of the aesthetic, conceptual and ethical aspects of graphic design.
Additive Fertigung für Werkzeugelektroden/Additively manufactured tool electrodes
Authors: Uhlmann Eckart , Bolz Robert , Hein Christoph , Polte Julian , Neuwald Tobias , Reinarz Bernd
Published: September 2024

Die additive Fertigung bietet aufgrund ihrer geometrischen Freiheiten Vorteile in den unterschiedlichsten Bereichen. So ist es möglich, komplexe Strukturen zu fertigen, die durch spanende Fertigungsverfahren nicht oder nur unter erhöhtem Aufwand umsetzbar sind. Ein möglicher Anwendungsbereich ist die Werkzeugelektrodenfertigung für das funkenerosive Senken und hierbei das Einbringen von Spülkanälen. Mögliche Vorteile einer solchen Prozesskette werden im Beitrag aufgeführt.
Einführung von Smart Services in der Produktion/Implementation of smart services in manufacturing – Status quo and requirements for evaluating the added value of smart services for users
Authors: Schneider Mirko , Gross Erwin , Bauernhansl Thomas
Published: September 2024

Der unklare Mehrwert von Smart Services in der Produktion ist ein zentrales Hemmnis für deren Einsatz in produzierenden Unternehmen. Vor allem kleine und mittlere Unternehmen (KMU) benötigen aufgrund begrenzter Ressourcen eine zuverlässige Bewertung, um Investitionsentscheidungen abzusichern. In diesem Beitrag werden Anforderungen an eine Methodik zur Bewertung von Smart Services identifiziert, bestehende Ansätze bewertet und relevante Bausteine einer Methodik diskutiert.
Regulierungsdichte und Bürokratie
Authors: Rupprecht Reinhard
Published: September 2024

Rechtliche und technische Normen sind für jeden Staat, seine Wirtschaft und seine Bürger, von existenzieller Bedeutung. Ihre Zahl nimmt im Verlauf gesellschaftlicher, staatlicher, wirtschaftlicher und technologischer Entwicklungszyklen tendenziell zu. Für die Sicherheit der Wirtschaft hat die zunehmende Regulierungsdichte ambivalente Auswirkungen: Sie erhöht grundsätzlich security und safety, belastet die Unternehmen aber durch vermehrte Rechtspflichten, durch kostenrelevante Vorkehrungen und bürokratischen Aufwand.
METHODS OF ELIMINATING DEFICIENCIES IN MENTAL DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Authors:   Associate Professor of Tashkent State Pedagogical University named after Nizomi, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Uzbekistan, Amirsaidova Shahnoza
Published: September 2024

This article analyzes the methods of eliminating the deficiencies in the mental development of students with autism spectrum disorders. Ways of corrective treatment, quality and effectiveness, mechanisms of therapy implementation are highlighted.
STRUCTURAL AND FUNCTIONAL STATE OF THE LIVER IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEART FAILURE
Authors:   Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Muminov Davron K. , Rakhmatullaev Alisher M. ,   Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Published: September 2024

In clinical practice, combined cardiac and liver dysfunction coexist in the context of heart and liver disease due to complex cardiohepatic interactions. In recent years, the need to identify the interaction between the heart and liver in order to provide effective treatment for patients with heart or liver disease to ensure an improvement in overall prognosis and therapy has become increasingly urgent.
SOME RISK FACTORS FOR PROGRESSION OF СHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE
Authors:   MD, Associate Professor, Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, D.K. MD.Muminov , F.T. Musayev ,   Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Published: September 2024

The increase in the number of methods for diagnosing COPD and their constant improvement, the need to establish an accurate diagnosis in the early stages raises the question of the urgent need for researchers to use a minimal but sufficient set of studies. The use of each subsequent method should ensure the obtaining of data that could not be established using the previous one. When comparing different methods, one should find out their limits and capabilities, advantages and disadvantages, the possibility of replacing them with less invasive ones, as well as the reliability and value of the information obtained.
Introducing third-generation periodic table descriptors for nano-qRASTR modeling of zebrafish toxicity of metal oxide nanoparticles
Authors: Kar Supratik , Yang Siyun
Published: September 2024

Metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) are widely used in medicine and environmental remediation because of their unique properties. However, their size, surface area, and reactivity can cause toxicity, potentially leading to oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular or DNA damage. In this study, a nano-quantitative structure–toxicity relationship (nano-QSTR) model was initially developed to assess zebrafish toxicity for 24 MONPs. Previously established 23 first- and second-generation periodic table descriptors, along with five newly proposed third-generation descriptors derived from the periodic table, were employed. Subsequently, to enhance the quality and predictive capability of the nano-QSTR model, a nano-quantitative read across structure–toxicity relationship (nano-qRASTR) model was created. This model integrated read-across descriptors with modeled descriptors from the nano-QSTR approach. The nano-qRASTR model, featuring three attributes, outperformed the previously reported simple QSTR model, despite having one less MONP. This study highlights the effective utilization of the nano-qRASTR algorithm in situations with limited data for modeling, demonstrating superior goodness-of-fit, robustness, and predictability (R2 = 0.81, Q2LOO = 0.70, Q2F1/R2PRED = 0.76) compared to simple QSTR models. Finally, the developed nano-qRASTR model was applied to predict toxicity data for an external dataset comprising 35 MONPs, addressing gaps in zebrafish toxicity assessment.
Mathematikunterricht im Freien: Zur Motivation von Lernenden bei der Bearbeitung von MathCityMap-Mathtrails
Authors: Barlovitz Simon , Ludwig Matthias
Published: September 2024

Mathematikunterricht kann ins Freie verlagert werden: Bei sogenannten Mathtrails bearbeiten die Lernenden draußen – unterstützt durch die MathCityMap-App – mathematische Aufgaben zu real existierenden Objekten. Im Beitrag wird die Motivation von Lernenden bei einer Mathtrail-Bearbeitung untersucht. Es zeigt sich, dass die Motivation von der Bearbeitungsdauer einer Aufgabe, dem Bearbeitungserfolg sowie der Motivation im Mathematikunterricht abhängt.
Digitale Medien in aktuellen Mathematikschulbüchern – Erste Ergebnisse einer Untersuchung in den Jahrgangsstufen 5-9
Authors: Dilling Frederik , Hermann Marc
Published: September 2024

Schulbücher gelten häufig als eine Art Leitmedium im Unterricht, welche die behandelten Themen und genutzten Herangehensweisen maßgeblich mitbestimmen. Aus diesem Grund ist auch zu vermuten, dass die Möglichkeiten zur Nutzung digitaler Medien im Mathematikunterricht ebenfalls durch die verwendeten Schulbücher beeinflusst werden. In der in diesem Artikel dargestellten Untersuchung werden daher die Verweise auf digitale Medien in Mathematikschulbüchern der Jahrgansstufen 5-9 betrachtet. Erste Ergebnisse zeigen insgesamt wenige Verweise auf digitale Medien und deutliche Unterschiede in den Verweisen zwischen verschiedenen Medien und in den verschiedenen Jahrgangsstufen.
Algorithmisches Denken im Mathematikunterricht fördern: Ein Praxisbeitrag aus der Lehramtsausbildung Mathematik
Authors: Klinger Marcel
Published: September 2024

Die Lehrveranstaltung „Algorithmische Mathematik“ an der Universität Duisburg-Essen hat das Ziel, Studierende dazu zu befähigen, den eigenen Mathematikunterricht algorithmisch-gehaltvoll zu gestalten. Hierzu werden mathematische Algorithmen verschiedener mathematischer Teildisziplinen thematisiert und mithilfe einer blockbasierten Programmiersprache auch praktisch erschlossen. Der vorliegende Beitrag beschreibt die Konzeption des Lehrformats und hält die bei mehrmaliger Durchführung gewonnenen praktischen Erfahrungen fest.
Erstelle deinen Messeturm! – Modellierungsprozesse von Schüler*innen mit 3D-Druck-Technologie
Authors: Läufer Tim , Jablonski Simone , Ludwig Matthias
Published: September 2024

Einzigartige Bauten finden sich in jeder Stadt und können als Grundlage für realitätsbezogene Mathematikaufgaben dienen. In diesem Beitrag stellen wir vor, wie wir mithilfe von 3D-Druck-Technologie den Frankfurter Messeturm als Ausgangspunkt für einen mathematischen Modellierprozess innerhalb eines Begabtenförderungsprogramms nutzen. Weiterhin zeigen wir die Produkte der Schüler*innen und analysieren deren Modellierungsschritte im Detail. Durch qualitative Analyse der schriftlichen Dokumentationen kann eine Fokussierung auf die Modellierungsschritte „Vereinfachen und Strukturieren“ sowie „Mathematisieren“ beschrieben werden. Dies bestätigt sich auch in der Analyse eines eingesetzten Fragebogens zur Wahrnehmung der Lerneinheit durch die Schüler*innen.
Einsatz KI-basierter Taschenrechner in der Grundschule – Grundlegende Einordnung und empirische Eindrücke
Authors: Weber Dirk , Jolitz David , Bader Marvin
Published: September 2024

Künstliche Intelligenz (kurz: KI oder AI) erfährt eine beachtliche mediale Aufmerksamkeit, wohingegen sie im Kontext der Grundschule bisher noch wenig rezipiert wird. Der Beitrag widmet sich der grundlegenden Einordnung KI-basierter Taschenrechner im Arithmetikunterricht und diskutiert ausgehend von Eindrücken einer explorativen Studie Anwendungsmöglichkeiten und Grenzen solcher KI-basierter Werkzeuge im Mathematikunterricht der Primarstufe.
Physical and Geochemical Characterisation of Pongo Pitti and Bossambo Farm Clays (Littoral Region, Cameroon) for use in Ceramics
Authors: Kambale Jean
Published: September 2024

The main objective of this work is to discern the physico-chemical and mechanical behavior of the Pongo Pitti and Bossambo Farm clay formations, located on either side of the Sanaga river in the littoral region of Cameroon. To achieve this, two field campaigns and laboratory works were carried out. Four clay materials were collected and brought back to the laboratory. The laboratory investigations involved physico-mechanical and geochemical analyses, followed by ceramic testing. The materials studied have a clayey texture, with clay percentages ranging from 26.89% to 80.3%, silt from 13.2% to 57.6% and sand from 1.58% to 47.26%. The plasticity index ranges from 11.9% to 24.2%. From a geochemical standpoint, the materials studied show a predominance of silica (49.6% to 63.5%), alumina (20.5% to 27.1%) and iron (2.39% to 8.6%), with the SiO2/Al2O3 ratio varying from 1.96 to 3.1. The Al2O3/Fe2O3 ratio is 8.4 for Pongo Pitti clays and 2.9 for Bossambo Farm clays. The geochemical weathering indices (ICV, CIA, PIA, CIW, CIW) show a high degree of weathering, with values in excess of 90%. Alkali and alkaline-earth proportions are lower, and the K2O/Na2O ratio varies between 8.45 and 14.24, showing an enrichment of potassium in relation to sodium. Lantane is the most abundant rare-earth element (323.84 ppm). The REE study shows a predominance of light REEs over heavy REEs (LREE/HREE~4.51) and a negative Europium anomaly. Infrared spectroscopy showed poor kaolinite crystallinity. Mechanically, the specimens studied, fired at temperatures ranging from 950℃ to 1050℃ showed good cohesion and metallic soundness. Linear shrinkage was 4.8%. Mass loss increases with temperature. Its value is 12.5% for Pongo Pitti materials and 8.5% for Bossambo Farm materials. Water absorption decreases with temperature and is 20.27% for Pongo Pitti samples and 15.79% for Bossambo Farm samples. Bulk density increases with temperature (2.11 at 950℃ to 2.51 at 1050℃). Flexural strength increases with temperature and is 6.66 MPa for materials from Pongo Pitti and 8.89 MPa for those from Bossambo Farm. These materials can be used to make fired bricks and roof tiles, and Pongo Pitti materials can be used to make refractory ceramics
Practical Application of Almaslaha Mursala in Judicial Proceedings
Authors: Sale Bashir
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the application of Maslaha Mursala (public interest) within Islamic jurisprudence, specifically focusing on the Maliki school of thought. It explores how this principle, which allows for the use of public interest in legal decisions when textual evidence is lacking, has influenced various legal judgments. The research examines the traditional requirement of justice for admissibility of evidence in Islamic law, the permissibility of certain medical practices and surgical operations, and the flexibility in applying punishments and legal rules under extreme circumstances. It highlights the role of Maslaha in maintaining societal harmony and addressing contemporary issues while adhering to Islamic legal principles. The study also provides examples from Nigerian courts where Maslaha Mursala has been applied to adapt legal practices to modern needs. Overall, it underscores the adaptability of Islamic jurisprudence in addressing evolving societal challenges.
Audit Sistem Informasi Learning Management System Pada PT.XYZ Menggunakan Framework Cobit 5.0
Authors:   STMIK Borneo International Balikpapan, Noor Apriadi , Jaya Joy Nashar Utama ,   STMIK Borneo International Balikpapan
Published: September 2024

Pada era digital ini, sistem informasi menjadi semakin penting bagi perusahaan. Oleh karena itu, penting untuk memastikan bahwa sistem informasi memenuhi kebutuhan bisnis dan memenuhi standar keamanan dan kendali. PT.XYZ adalah perusahaan yang berfokus pada distribusi alat berat. Perusahaan ini memiliki sistem informasi Learning Management System yang kompleks yang digunakan untuk mendukung berbagai proses bisnis, seperti pelatihan dan pembelajaran, sehingga perlu dilakukan nya Audit sistem informasi untuk memastikan bahwa sistem informasi tersebut memenuhi kebutuhan bisnis dan memenuhi standar keamanan dan kendali. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah menggunakan framework COBIT 5.0, dengan domain DSS1 (Manage Operations), DSS5 (Manage Security), dan DSS11 (Manage Data). Penilaian maturity level pada masing masing domain dilakukan untuk menilai bagaimana manajemen operasional, manajemen keamanan, dan manajemen data dijalankan. pada sistem informasi. Hasil yang didapatkan dimana tingkat maturity level sistem informasi Learning Management System PT. XYZ berada pada level 4, dengan Kesenjangan (GAP) rata-rata antara proses yang ada saat ini dengan harapan adalah 1,08.
Texto para Discussão 3037
Authors: Dias Thaís Araripe , Vieira Filho José Eustáquio Ribeiro
Published: September 2024

Este artigo analisou o cenário do agronegócio brasileiro, destacando seus avanços e as dificuldades de infraestrutura enfrentadas. Nesse contexto, as ferrovias surgem como uma solução promissora, especialmente com os novos marcos legais regulatórios. Uma análise detalhada da legislação ferroviária sugere que o setor privado poderia participar mais da construção dos projetos, assumindo o seu próprio risco. Essa contribuição é essencial para ultrapassar os estrangulamentos de infraestrutura e, ao mesmo tempo, reduzir a dependência do orçamento público. O alinhamento entre o desenvolvimento do agronegócio e os avanços no setor ferroviário resulta em reduções significativas nos custos operacionais do país. Como resultado, as ferrovias promovem um cenário econômico mais favorável, bem como representam uma alternativa sustentável para o desenvolvimento nacional.
Texto para Discussão 3040
Authors: Costa Carlos Eduardo Lampert
Published: September 2024

O fenômeno das mudanças climáticas, que vem balizando as discussões em torno do processo de desenvolvimento econômico contemporâneo, tem provocado uma série de iniciativas com o objetivo de traçar estratégias para o futuro da humanidade. Tendo em vista a magnitude do desafio a ser enfrentado, que envolve um processo de profunda transformação do atual modelo de desenvolvimento, a estimativa da necessidade de recursos financeiros atinge valores consideráveis. O denominado mercado de produtos financeiros sustentáveis, segmento que envolve uma série de instrumentos lastreados em ativos de dívida, tem apresentado uma performance importante nos últimos anos como fonte de financiamento ao enfrentamento dos desafios impostos pelos impactos das mudanças climáticas. Nesse contexto, o objetivo deste estudo é analisar a evolução da emissão dos denominados títulos temáticos como mecanismo de financiamento complementar ao processo de transição pelo qual passa a economia global.
A titkosszolgálatok hatékony feladat-ellátási rendszere, különös figyelemmel a gazdasági és pénzügyi válságok kezelésére
Authors: Lénárt Ferenc
Published: September 2024

The author provides and assessment of the role state-run and private secret services in financial crisis management.
Utilization of Crop Residues and Solubilizing Bacteria to Enhance the Dissolution of Moroccan Phosphate Rock
Authors: Beralex BOUEUNAN Wongbe , Affi Jeanne BONGOUA-DEVISME , Emile YOBOUE Kouadio , Franck Michaël BAHAN Lemonou
Published: September 2024

Phosphorus is essential for plant growth, but its availability in soils is limited due to low solubility of phosphate compounds. This study evaluated the combined effects of crop residues (CR) and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) on the dissolution of Moroccan phosphate rock. Pot experiments were conducted for 60 days using different doses of MPR (450 kg/ha, 300 kg/ha, and 150 kg/ha), rice and maize crop residues, and a PSB consortium from a rice paddy field. Parameters such as pH, bacterial count, and phosphorus content were measured. The pH increase was significantly higher under the T3 treatment (CR + PSB) with pH 8.26 to 8.58, followed by T1 (CR alone) with pH 7.73 to 8.1, T2 (PSB alone) with pH 7.4 to 7.91, and T0 (control) with pH 7.27 to 7.67. The number of PSB was highest under the T3 treatment (1238.5 x 10-6 to 2081.1 x 10-6 bacteria/g dry matter), followed by T1 (127.2 x 10-6 to 249.03 x 10-6 bacteria/g dry matter) and T2 with 1.7 x 10-6 to 44.6 x 10-6 bacteria/g dry matter, regardless of the MPR dose. Phosphorus solubilization was 35% to 62% with PSB alone (T2), 72% to 88.5% with CR alone (T1), and over 83.98% when both CR and PSB were combined (T3). This increase was more pronounced with higher MPR doses (300 to 450 kg/ha). Incorporating PSB and crop residues as biofertilizers is a viable strategy for enhancing phosphate rock dissolution and improving soil fertility in agricultural systems.
Transactional Leadership Style and Job Performance: The Moderating Role of Stress Management
Authors: Okaijah Welbeck Daniel Nii , Amponsah-Bediako Kofi , Quarcoo Joel Okoe , Quayson Aba , Aazagreyi Paul , Abubakar Jibreel Ustarz
Published: September 2024

The paper aims to explore how transactional leadership style (TSL) affects job performance (JP), while also considering if stress management (SMG) plays a moderating role. The paper gathered survey responses from five hundred- and fifty-three-line managers in SMEs listed in the RegistrarGeneral’s Department of Ghana database. Employing a two-step Structural Equation Modelling, Partial Least Squares technique for data analysis, the outcomes depicted that TSL significantly and positively influences JP. However, SMG does not moderate the relationship between TSL and JP, despite having a significant and positive influence on JP. The paper suggests that SME owners and line managers should invest in stress management within their firms. Line managers who effectively manage stress can use the TSL style to enhance both their performance and the firms.
A Study to Determine Factors Contributing to the Increase in the Number of Deliveries by Caesarian Section at Ndola Teaching Hospital from 2021 to 2023
Authors: Tembo Ms. Agnes’s , Musonda Mr. Peter , Mofya Prof. Esther , Mushele Prof. Doreen , Mulenga Prof. Regina , Simoonga Dr. Mildred , Mukubesa Dr. Mukubesa , Mukubesa Ms. Naomi , C. Mwanza Prof. Gideon
Published: September 2024

This study makes an assessment on factors contributing to the increase in the number of deliveries by caesarian section at Ndola Teaching Hospital. This study also assesses the level of knowledge women have on the types of deliveries, determine the effects of traditional beliefs and practices on a rise in caesarian section deliveries. The research was a cross-section study which is descriptive in nature and has both quantitative and qualitative data. The research was conducted at Ndola Teaching Hospital (obstetric department). The sample size comprised of 25 respondents who were selected using a convenience sampling method. Data was collected using a self-structured questionnaire with open- and closed–ended questions. After manual analysis the data collected was presented in tables, bar graphs and pie charts.
New data on the polyphyletic Marionina genus (Annelida, Enchytraeidae): description of three new species from European shore habitats
Authors: Felföldi Tamás , Nagy Hajnalka , Dózsa-Farkas Klára
Published: September 2024

Marionina (Michaelsen in Pfeffer, 1890) is a worldwide distributed genus of small enchytraeids living in mainly aquatic habitats. The genus is polyphyletic, including about 100 species with diverse morphological characters and cryptic lineages; therefore, taxonomic revisions were performed recently, and further actions are needed in the future. In our study, Marionina individuals were investigated from decaying seagrass debris collected from seashores in Croatia and Italy using morphological characters and molecular markers involving the COI and H3 genes and the ITS region. Descriptions of two new Marionina species, M. puntaalanensissp. nov. and M. orbiferasp. nov., are presented in this paper, and in addition, the description of a third new Marionina species, M. reichartisp. nov., from the shore of the freshwater Lake Balaton (Hungary) is provided here. All three new species are small (2–3.5 mm in vivo with less than 30 segments), their clitellum is saddle-shaped, the dorsal anterior blood vessel bifurcation is in III, and the spermatheca is attached to the oesophagus. The main diagnostic features of M. puntaalanensissp. nov. are: brain incised posteriorly; dorsal vessel from the clitellar region; two chaetae in all bundles; three pairs of preclitellar nephridia; small subneural glands in XIII–XIV; seminal vesicle absent or small; ectal duct of spermatheca surrounded along the length by glands and one larger. The main features of M. orbiferasp. nov. are: brain truncate posteriorly; dorsal vessel from the clitellar region; two chaetae in all bundles; two pairs of preclitellar nephridia; subneural glands in XIII–XIV; seminal vesicle well developed; the lumen of the spermathecal ampulla is characteristically full with many spherical sperm rolls. In M. reichartisp. nov.: brain incised posteriorly, dorsal vessel origin in XII, maximum five chaetae per bundle, often the middle chaetae slightly smaller than the ental ones, three pairs of preclitellar nephridia, subneural glands absent, spermathecal ampulla globular, ectal duct surrounded along the length by glands, and one large sessile gland at the orifice.
12-Month Visual and Refractive Outcomes of Topography-guided Femtosecond Laser–Assisted LASIK for Myopia and Myopic Astigmatism
Authors: Saleh Solin , Epp Liam J. , Tran Elaine My Tien , Manche Edward E.
Published: September 2024

Purpose:

To report 12-month visual and refractive outcomes following topography-guided femtosecond laser–assisted laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) for myopia and compound myopic astigmatism correction.

Methods:

This prospective, single-center observational study was conducted in an outpatient clinical practice at the Stanford University Byers Eye Institute in Palo Alto, California. Uncorrected (UDVA) and corrected (CDVA) distance visual acuity, 5% and 25% contrast sensitivity CDVA, and manifest refraction following topography-guided femtosecond laser–assisted LASIK were assessed. Refractive measurements were used to perform a vector analysis.

Results:

Sixty eyes of 30 patients (mean age: 32.8 ± 7.0 years; range: 23 to 52 years) undergoing topography-guided LASIK for the correction of myopia and compound myopic astigmatism were analyzed. Mean postoperative UDVA was −0.09 ± 0.10 logarithm of the minimum angle of resolution (logMAR) at 12 months. Mean preoperative CDVA was −0.09 ± 0.09 and −0.13 ± 0.08 logMAR at postoperative 12 months. At 12 months, 26.9% of eyes had gained one or more lines of postoperative UDVA compared to baseline CDVA. Mean pre-operative 5% contrast sensitivity CDVA was 0.68 ± 0.07 and 0.64 ± 0.12 logMAR at 12 months (
P
= .014) following LASIK.

Conclusions:

Topography-guided LASIK for myopia and myopic astigmatism correction provided excellent visual and refractive outcomes that were predictable, precise, and stable up to 12 months postoperatively.

[
J Refract Surg
. 2024;40(9):e595–e603.]
Design of a neuro-fuzzy model for agricultural employment in Colombia using fuzzy clustering
Authors: Sánchez Juan , Rodríguez Juan , Espitia Helbert
Published: September 2024

High levels of poverty in rural areas constitute one of the main challenges for developing countries. Since agricultural employment is the main source of income in these areas, the design of tools that simulate and help public policymakers will be remarkably useful. This work proposes the development of a model for agricultural employment in Colombia, considering input variables such as education, contract, and income, and the output is the amount of agricultural employment. Real data measured in Colombia are used for the design and adjustment of the model. To design the fuzzy system for an agricultural employment model, the methods employed are fuzzy C-means clustering and neuro-fuzzy systems. The systems were tested with different cluster configurations, and a fuzzy system was obtained with an adequate distribution of the fuzzy sets and the respective rules that relate the sets. It was observed that as the clusters increase, the adjustment function decreases. The implementation of neuro-fuzzy systems to model agricultural employment will allow public policymakers to generate guidelines that adjust to their political agendas with a lower degree of uncertainty.
Evolutionary Khovanov homology
Authors: Shen Li , Liu Jian , Wei Guo-Wei
Published: September 2024

Knot theory, a subfield in geometric topology, is the study of the embedding of closed circles into three-dimensional Euclidean space, motivated by the ubiquity of knots in daily life and human civilization. However, focusing on topology, the current knot theory lacks metric analysis. As a result, the application of knot theory has remained largely primitive and qualitative. Motivated by the need of quantitative knot data analysis (KDA), this work implemented the evolutionary Khovanov homology (EKH) to facilitate a multiscale KDA of real-world data. EKH considers specific metrics to filter links, capturing multiscale topological features of knot configurations beyond traditional invariants. It is demonstrated that EKH can reveal non-trivial knot invariants at appropriate scales, even when the global topological structure of a knot is simple. The proposed EKH holds great potential for KDA and machine learning applications related to knot-type data, in contrast to other data forms, such as point cloud data and data on manifolds.
Examining the Development of Zen Buddhist Sources in the East Asian Buddhist Countries
Authors: Danthanarayana Thero Madawachchiye
Published: September 2024

It must be stated that there are not sufficient sources to study the theory and the practice of Zen Buddhism for the students and the teachers of Sri Lankan universities, who do their studies in Sinhala language. To fulfil this gap to some extent, this research is carried out. This tradition is named as “Dhyana” in Sanskrit, “Chan” in Chinese, “Son” in Korean, and “Zen” in Japanese. Though this isrecognized as a tradition that refuses books or scriptures, its great teachers have produced many books which are known as the primary sources of Zen Buddhism. The main subject discussed in these sources is the Buddhist meditation systems which developed as “Zen” Buddhism in the East-Asian countries such as China, Korea and Japan. Thus, these sources were written in Chinese, Korean and Japanese languages. One of the main characteristics of these sources is that they try to introduce the path of purification in a simple manner so that the followers can easily practice. This can be seen throughout the Zen Buddhist history, and that knowledge will help the readers to understand how to implement simple Zen Buddhist techniques in their busy day to day life. Hence, the objective of the research is to examine the Zen Buddhist sources and the meditation systems or techniques which are found in them.
Catastrophic uterine rupture of an unscarred uterus following motor vehicle rollover – a case report
Authors: Tindal Rachel , Pierce Emily , Collins Katelynn , Simpson Samantha
Published: September 2024

A 22 year old female at 6 months gestation with no history of prior abdominal surgery or previous uterine procedures presented via air transport after highway motor vehicle rollover. Due to hemodynamic instability, the only preoperative imaging that was able to be obtained was bedside sonography, which confirmed free fluid in the upper quadrants and unfortunately, fetal demise. In the operating room, source of bleeding was noted to be multiple large uterine ruptures. Uterine rupture in trauma in the absence of prior uterine surgery is a rare event and has never been reported in the third trimester, however it should remain in the differential for a pregnant trauma patient presenting with hemodynamic instability.
Infective pulmonary diseases and the eye: a narrative review
Authors: Singh Mamta , Deokar Kunal , Sinha Bibhuti Prassan , Doshi Jinish , Katoch CDS
Published: September 2024

Several infectious pulmonary diseases affect the eye. An understanding of the association between infectious pulmonary and ocular diseases is pivotal to their successful management. We aimed to review the infections affecting both the lungs and the eye. The electronic database PubMed and the search engine Google Scholar were searched for relevant articles. Ocular tuberculosis (TB), usually not associated with clinical evidence of pulmonary TB, can affect almost all the ocular structures. Confirmation of the diagnosis of ocular TB requires demonstration of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in ocular fluids/tissues. Among the drugs used to treat TB, ethambutol, isoniazid, and linezolid may cause toxic optic neuropathy. Elderly, those with renal disease, diabetes mellitus, malnourished, alcoholics, and those who will receive ethambutol at doses greater than 15 mg/kg/day and for prolonged periods are at high risk of developing toxic optic neuropathy. These individuals should be referred to an ophthalmologist before initiating ATT for a baseline ophthalmic evaluation. Linezolid may also cause toxic retinal neuropathy. Rifampicin may cause yellowish-orange discoloration of tears and contact lenses. Adenovirus, coronavirus, influenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus, and rhinovirus exhibit both pulmonary and ocular tropism. Pneumocystis jirovecii choroiditis is rare and mainly seen when aerosolized pentamidine is used for pneumocystis pneumonia prophylaxis. Further research is needed to develop non-interventional strategies to diagnose ocular TB. Biomarkers for early detection of toxic optic neuropathy are a need of the hour. Genetic factors and mechanisms behind the development of ethambutol, isoniazid, and linezolid-induced toxic optic neuropathy need further study.
Health status and disability in persons with spinal cord injuries in South Africa and Kenya
Authors: Joseph Conran , Lijodi Brenda , Titus Adnil , Bezuidenhout Lucian
Published: September 2024

Background: There is a lack of understanding regarding the nature of disabilities and functioning limitations associated with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in developing economies given limited healthcare resources.Aim: Our purpose was to assess and compare SCI-related disability among individuals with SCI in South Africa and Kenya to inform rehabilitation service planning.Settings: Two hundred individuals from South Africa and 90 from Kenya with SCI took part in this cross-sectional survey study, examining the comprehensive functioning of individuals with long-term SCI.Methods: This study utilised the International SCI (InSCI) Community Survey questionnaire. Subsections of the questionnaire were used to investigate the differences in the period-prevalence of secondary medical conditions, activity limitations and participation restrictions in persons with SCI.Results: In both countries, sexual dysfunction (55% – 57%), pain (48% – 49%), spasticity (41% – 42%) and bladder dysfunction (27% – 60%) emerged as the predominant secondary medical complications, with sexual dysfunction and pain showing overlap. There was no notable superiority in terms of treatment rates for secondary medical conditions between countries; however, exceptions were found. Both countries experienced similar overlaps in prevalent activity limitations and participation restrictions, including standing unsupported, using the toilet, bladder and bowel impairments, using public transport and reaching destinations. However, the Kenyan cohort showed significantly higher prevalence rates compared to the South African cohort for challenges related to carrying out daily routines, getting to destinations and using public transportation, while maintaining intimate relationships was more prevalent in South Africa.Conclusion: This study provides insight into the similarities and differences in both the nature and prevalence of disability in two developing economies. It appears that universal functioning patterns after SCI exist in the two countries, and a further need emerged to examine these functioning problems on other major life areas.Contribution: While some functioning problems could be addressed through healthcare and rehabilitation alone, others will require improved coordination and a whole-of-government approach, namely issues related to participation, community integration and inclusion.
Analysis of an Infectious Disease Vaccination Prediction System Based on the MF-Conv LSTM Model
Authors: Wang Ya
Published: September 2024

Infectious diseases can seriously threaten people's life safety and have a serious impact on social stability. Therefore, it should improve society’s stability under infectious diseases and ensure the safety of people's lives. A personnel flow feature extraction model based on Multi-Feature Convolutional Long Short-Term Memory (MF-Conv LSTM) is designed based on the characteristics of human daily activity behavior. This can optimize the accuracy of transmission simulation prediction for infectious disease vaccination. When using multi-feature ensemble analysis to extract human daily activity features as input for infectious disease simulation and prediction models, the learner's prediction score for the recurrent infectious diseases reached 0.8705. When using multi-feature ensemble analysis, the predicted scores did not exceed 0.85. The designed infectious disease vaccine transmission prediction model can accurately simulate the infectious behavior of infectious diseases. This provides direction for developing strategies to disrupt the infectious diseases’ spread. This reduces the infectious diseases’ harm to people's personal safety and improves social stability during the spread of large-scale infectious diseases.
Intersecting the Twin Dragon with rational lines
Authors: Akiyama Shigeki , Großkopf Paul , Loridant Benoît , Steiner Wolfgang
Published: September 2024

The Knuth Twin Dragon is a compact subset of the plane with fractal boundary of Hausdorff dimension

s = (\log \lambda)/(\log \sqrt{2})

,

\lambda^{3} = \lambda^{2} + 2

. Although the intersection with a generic line has Hausdorff dimension

s-1

, we prove that this does not occur for lines with rational parameters. We further describe the intersection of the Twin Dragon with the two diagonals as well as with various axis parallel lines.
Ground Support Equipment Electrical Systems
Authors:   AGE-3 Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Committee
Published: September 2024

This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) considers the following major areas:

1

major components and their ratings;

2

selection criteria for optimum design balance for electrical systems;

3

effects of operating conditions and environment on both maintenance and life of components;

4

trouble signals - their diagnosis and cure.
Sleeves, Internally or Externally Swaged or Welded, 24° Cone Flareless Fitting, 3000 psi
Authors:   G-3, Aerospace Couplings, Fittings, Hose, Tubing Assemblies
Published: September 2024

This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes the requirements for internally or externally swaged or welded sleeves or tube end adapters for use with 24° cone flareless fluid connection fittings per AS18280.
Acute Oral Toxicity Analysis of Methanolic Stem Bark Extract of Warbugia ugandensis on Atherosclerotic Lesions in Aortic Tunica Intima of New Zealand Rabbits upon Induction of Atherosclerosis
Authors: Allan Khisa Wanjala , Opiyo Oyugi Spencer
Published: September 2024

Warbugia ugandensis is a traditional plant with multiple benefits. In Africa and Asian countries, the plant has been adopted to treat various conditions. It is commonly referred to as the green heart. On the other hand, atherosclerosis remains the leading cause of many vascular diseases. Its management is normally prolonged with patients being put on long-term care to achieve objectives of management. The aim of this study was to assess acute oral toxicity of W. ugandensis so as to come up with a safe dose to incorporate into the entire study. For acute oral toxicity a total of 12 rabbits were used. This study was carried out in 2 phases namely; phase I and phase II. Phase I had 9 animals that were further sub divided into 3 groups of each 3 rabbits. Phase II had 3 rabbits. The animals in all the 2 phases were observed for behavioral changes and mortality over 24 hours. The following results were obtained; in both phases, between 30 minutes to 48 hours the rabbits displayed normal activities while after 48 hours no mortality was recorded. Therefore, it was concluded that the safe dose of W. ugandensis for use in animal study is ≤ 5000mg/kgbwt as at this dose normal animal activity and no mortality was reported.
Synthesis of a series of Homo-Bifunctional Azo Reactive dyes and Evaluation of their dyeing properties on Silk fabric
Authors: E.B. Olua, , A.O. Oforghor, , A.B. Musharraf, , Jagaba S.M.
Published: September 2024

This paper was conceived with the objective of synthesizing and evaluating some novel bifunctional Dichlorotriazine (DCT) azo reactive dyes. They were synthesized via tetrazotization of 1, 4- benzenediamine followed by the coupling with cyanurated 4-nitroanilino acids components (H-acid, J-acid, Laurent acid, Tobias acid and Gamma acid) respectively. The spectra properties (UV-vis spectra, FT-IR, 1H NMR and MS) of the synthesised dyes are reported. The novel bifunctional dichlorotriazine (DCT) azo reactive dyes were applied on silk fabric using the exhaustion techniques. The total exhaustion and fixation values were estimated. The basic fastness properties to washing, light and perspiration of the dyes on silk fabric were discussed in terms of their chemical structure. The dyes showed good build up, levelling and fastness properties on silk fabrics.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA FORMAÇÃO CONTINUADA PARA EDUCADORES NA ERA DIGITAL
Authors: Santos Uilma Honorato dos , Silva Cibele Elias da , Pires Demisa Francisca , Gomes Paola Cristina Paixão Aleixo , Figueiredo Suzamary Almira de
Published: September 2024

Este estudo analisa o panorama atual da formação continuada de educadores na era digital, explorando suas tendências, desafios e implicações para a prática pedagógica. Através de uma revisão bibliográfica abrangente, a pesquisa identifica aspectos cruciais que moldam este campo, incluindo a emergência de abordagens mais flexíveis e personalizadas, alinhadas às necessidades individuais dos educadores e aos contextos específicos de suas práticas. O estudo destaca a importância das competências digitais que vão além do domínio técnico, englobando aspectos pedagógicos e éticos. Os resultados evidenciam impactos positivos na prática pedagógica, como a adoção de metodologias mais ativas e centradas no aluno, bem como o aumento no uso de estratégias de aprendizagem colaborativa. Persistem, no entanto, desafios significativos, como infraestrutura tecnológica inadequada e resistência à mudança. A pesquisa enfatiza a relevância do apoio institucional, da contextualização da formação e do acompanhamento contínuo para o sucesso dos programas. As implicações destes achados são discutidas para gestores, formuladores de políticas e educadores, ressaltando a necessidade de investimentos em infraestrutura e desenvolvimento de programas flexíveis. O estudo conclui que a formação continuada na era digital é um processo complexo e multifacetado, com potencial para transformar significativamente as práticas educacionais, demandando uma abordagem holística e integrada que considere as especificidades dos contextos educacionais e as necessidades individuais dos educadores.