bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Vertigo Management through Physiotherapy for a 43-year-old Woman: A Case Study
Authors: - Jasmine Anandabai , - Aishwarya Rai , - Ishika Saxena , - Laxmi
Published: September 2024

The illusion of motion, typically circular motion, called vertigo. Vertigo is a presenting complaint that people experience more frequently as they get older. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, acute vestibular neuronitis or labyrinthitis, Ménière's disease, migraine, and anxiety disorders are the most frequent causes of this syndrome. Retrocochlear tumors and vertebrobasilar ischemia are less frequent causes. Clinical judgments are frequently guided by the distinction between peripheral and central vertigo. The majority of vertigo patients can receive treatment in a primary care setting and don't need significant diagnostic testing. A canalith repositioning operation frequently improves benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Vestibular rehabilitation activities are recommended after early stabilizing treatments and vestibular suppression medicines have been used to treat acute vestibular neuronitis or labyrinthitis.
Mental Health Assessment in Hospitalised Patients In The Department Of General Surgery
Authors: - Suryadevara Yasaswi Sahaja , - Arun Chandran Ramachandran
Published: September 2024

Mental health is “a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community. The goal of the study was to describe the mental health status in hospitalized patients in general surgery department. An educational observational study was carried out among 50 samples in the Department of General surgery, ESI PGIMSR, and Rajajinagar The data was collected by using global mental health assessment tool questionnaire (GMHAT). All information’s were processed and analyzed by using Microsoft excel. From the department of general surgery, the number of patients included from the male ward was 30; the majority of patients were from the age group of 46-55 (33.33%), with a mean age of 47.63 ± 12.18 years. In the female ward, the number of patients included was 20; the majority of patients were from the age group of 46-55 (30%), with a mean age of 51.75 ± 13.36 years. Based on the gender, the majority of patients were male, with 30 (60%) and the minority of them were females, 20 (40%). Compared to all the mental health diseases majority of the people said that thought disorders and psychotic symptoms as none and majority of the people said that do not have any severity. In this study, mental health almost all of the patients had responded as mild to moderate and for the severity they have responded very low. Out of 50 patients using Mann-Whitney U test, the p-value was found to be less than significant level. So, there is a significant difference in between gender and anxiety levels. And also, there was a significant difference in between the gender and panic attack levels using same statistical analysis.
Social Media: A Catalyst for Business Growth
Authors: - Shashikala C S , - Ume Salma
Published: September 2024

Social media platforms, as potent communication channels, are witnessing a surge in user adoption. Their interconnected nature facilitates the sharing of links, ideas, videos, and content, while also enabling user interaction through comments and compliments. Recognizing the strategic value of social media, businesses are increasingly integrating it into their marketing strategies. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn play a pivotal role in attracting target audiences by fostering direct connections. Empirical evidence suggests a correlation between increased social media engagement and enhanced sales figures. This research paper seeks to investigate the factors driving social media usage and its subsequent impact on business growth. By analyzing secondary data, the study aims to uncover the positive influence of social media on sales and business performance.
A Critical Analysis Of Legal And Institutional Framework Of Natural Resource Conservation In Kabale, Uganda
Authors: - Najuna Patience
Published: September 2024

Natural resource conservation in Kabale, Uganda, presents a critical challenge given the district's ecological significance and socio-economic dynamics. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal and institutional frameworks governing natural resource management in Kabale. It examines the effectiveness and limitations of existing policies, regulations, and institutional structures in achieving conservation goals amidst growing pressures from population growth and economic activities.
While there are notable legislative efforts and institutional commitments to resource conservation, issues such as inadequate enforcement, limited institutional capacity, and conflicts between conservation and local economic interests undermine the effectiveness of these measures.
The analysis highlights the need for a more integrated approach that enhances legal enforcement, strengthens institutional capacities, and addresses socio-economic challenges. Recommendations are provided for policy improvements and strategic interventions aimed at fostering more effective natural resource conservation practices in Kabale. This study contributes to the broader discourse on sustainable development by offering actionable insights into optimizing legal and institutional mechanisms for resource management in similar contexts.
Technological Adoption and Innovative Work Behavior in the Hotel Industry: A Case of Five Selected Hotels in Kampala City, Uganda
Authors: - Nabiranda Catherine , - Ochan Denis
Published: September 2024

The study examined Technological Adoption and Innovative Work Behavior in the Hotel Industry, a Case of Five Selected Hotels in Kampala City, Uganda. The study mainly focused on three specific objectives: To examine the relationship between Property Management Systems and Innovative Work Behavior; to assess the relationship between Mobile Applications and Innovative Work Behavior and to analyze the relationship between Online Booking Platforms and Innovative Work Behavior in selected hotels in Kampala City. The cross-sectional research design employed both qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques. Krejcie and Morgan Sample Size Determination Table was used to select a sample size of 291 participants / respondents from a population of the selected hotels and 233 questionnaires collected for analysis. Data was examined using both descriptive and inferential statistics, including ANOVA, Pearson correlation, and model summaries for regression analysis. The findings show a positive and significant correlation between technological adoption and innovative work behavior (r=.853, P<0.05). This reveals that the integration of property management systems, mobile applications, and online booking platforms significantly influence innovative work behavior by improving efficiency, facilitating collaboration, encouraging adaptive problem-solving, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. These technologies create an environment where staff are better equipped to focus on creative solutions and respond dynamically to emerging challenges. The research concludes that improving Property Management Systems (PMS) and fostering innovative work behavior in hotels are interconnected goals that drive operational excellence and guest satisfaction; mobile applications are a powerful driver of innovative work behavior in hotels and Online Booking Platforms significantly impact innovative work behavior in hotels by streamlining operations, enhancing data utilization, and encouraging experimentation. The study recommended that hotels should use PMS automation features to handle routine tasks such as guest check-ins/outs, invoicing, and housekeeping assignments. This reduces manual work and frees up staff time for more innovative activities. The study also recommends that hotel should select mobile apps that align with its operational needs and guest service goals, focus on apps that enhance efficiency, data utilization, and guest interaction.
Global Assessment of Diarrhoea Impact on Childhood Stunting, Wasting and Underweight
Authors: - ANAND MALLIKARJUN , - H H BHARADI
Published: September 2024

Diarrhoea is considered as one of the major challenges and causes behind malnutrition related issues in children, including stunting, wasting and under-weight. Stunting, wasting and under-weight are considerably some of the most challenging health problems that occur among children under the age of 5
years, with an increased vulnerability towards the disease. Globally, these are some of the most incident occurrences to children, with low- and middle-income countries facing the vulnerability most strongly.
The study had conducted a globally focused evaluation, with special focus on the countries India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nigeria and Ethiopia.
Gate Pass Management System using Arduino and RFID
Authors: - A. Kaviya , - R. Rajarajan
Published: September 2024

Nowadays, security is a part that consent by many institutions including academic for example in University campus, some of campus have been implement automatic system in campus area to control visitor to enter University also for the staffs and students, but the system is in standalone with introduce new gate pass. Most of University has been use Information Technology (IT) in application for academic system such as student information, registration, results information, etc. The Project 'Gate-pass Management System' is to record the details and various activities of the user. It simplifies the task and reduces the paperwork. In this project, we are reducing the paperwork which is done by giving the paper gate pass. We are providing the electronic version of the paper gate pass. We provide appropriate training to the user which suit their specific support has been provided at key points within the academic calendar. Admin is monitoring all the user and system. In this project, the only faculty is approving the user gate application if they want to allow student then gate pass system is a pop-up on the guard system database. Training has been provided timely basis and they got trained as the Gate Pass System is new and rolled out to their area of responsibility. At the moment we are in the very early stages, so it is difficult to put a specific time on the training, but we will keep people informed as plans are developed. The system is very user-friendly and it is anticipated that functions of the system are easily accessed by administrators, Faculties, students, and applicants.
Self-care, Emotional Intelligence, and Self-assessed Wisdom: A Structural Equation Model on the Quality of Life among Elementary Public School Teachers
Authors: - Iris Kristine A. Mejos , - Eunice A. Atienzar
Published: September 2024

This quantitative research study intended to identify the best-fit model based on self-care, emotional intelligence, and self-assessed wisdom for quality of life among primary public school teachers in Region XI. This research employed a structural equation model (SEM) with 400 respondents who comprised the sample through stratified random technique. The data of this study were gathered using an electronic survey. The employed questionnaires underwent modifications and reliability and validity tests. This descriptive and causal investigation employed statistical measures such as mean, standard deviation, Pearson product-moment correlation, and structural equation model (SEM). The study found that both the levels of self-care and emotional intelligence were high, and the levels of self-assessed wisdom and quality of life were very high. On top of that, a significant relationship was discovered between emotional intelligence and quality of life, self-assessed wisdom and quality of life, and self-care and quality of life. Each of its exogenous variables significantly predicted the quality of life. Only Model 5 met all the requirements to be the best-fit model for quality of life as determined by its exogenous variables out of the five (5) generated models. As a result, it is regarded as the most relevant model for identifying and addressing the various aspects of quality of life that improve the general well-being of elementary public school teachers.
Advanced Technologies for Sustainable Water Management: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: - Aryan Humnabadkar , - Anusha Karve , - Bhargav Shivbhakta , - Ashwini A. Kokate
Published: September 2024

This review paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the latest advancements in water management technology, focusing on the integration of Internet of Things (IoT), machine learning, blockchain, and other emerging technologies. The study examines 19 key research papers, exploring various methodologies, key outcomes, and the challenges associated with these technologies. While significant progress has been made in improving water resource management through real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and decentralized data management, several challenges persist, including high implementation costs, integration complexities, and the need for standardized protocols. The review identifies opportunities for future research, particularly in developing cost-effective solutions, enhancing interoperability, and advancing artificial intelligence applications in water management. Additionally, the paper highlights the importance of evolving regulatory frameworks and increasing public awareness to ensure the successful adoption of these technologies. The findings of this review contribute to the ongoing efforts to create more sustainable and efficient water management systems capable of addressing the growing global water demand.
Diabetic Retinopathy Detection Using Deep Convolutional Neural Networks Architecture Resnet-18.
Authors: - Varun K S , - Ayesha Khannam , - Rachana P G
Published: September 2024

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness among individuals with diabetes, emphasizing the need for early detection to prevent severe vision loss. A deep learning method based on a ResNet-18 model is employed to automatically detect DR from retinal images. Data augmentation techniques, such as random rotations and horizontal flips, are utilized to improve the model’s ability to generalize to unseen data. Retinal images undergo pre-processing and normalization before being fed into the ResNet-18 network, which is fine-tuned for binary classification to identify the presence or absence of DR. The model is trained using the Adam optimizer and cross-entropy loss, with performance monitored over several training epochs. Accuracy and loss are measured on both training and testing datasets to evaluate the model's effectiveness. Results show that the model achieves strong accuracy in DR detection. Visualizations of the loss and accuracy trends offer insights into the learning process, demonstrating the potential of deep learning in automated DR screening for early diagnosis in clinical settings.
PENINGKATAN LITERASI DAN NUMERASI SISWA SMP NEGERI 5 WATUMALANG
Authors: Susanti Alfi , Khoiri Ahmad , Mutmainah Kurniawati , Khanifa Nurma Khusna , Romandhon Romandhon
Published: September 2024

Peningkatan literasi dan numerasi di kalangan siswa sekolah menengah pertama menjadi fokus utama dalam upaya memperkuat fondasi pendidikan dasar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji efektivitas Program Kampus Mengajar dalam meningkatkan kemampuan literasi dan numerasi siswa di SMP Negeri 5 Watumalang. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi kasus dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi, dan dokumentasi, yang melibatkan siswa, guru, dan mahasiswa yang tergabung dalam Program Kampus Mengajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa program ini memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap peningkatan literasi dan numerasi siswa, terutama melalui metode pembelajaran yang lebih interaktif dan pendekatan pembelajaran yang kontekstual. Selain itu, peran mahasiswa sebagai fasilitator belajar juga memberikan motivasi tambahan bagi siswa untuk lebih aktif dalam kegiatan belajar. Secara keseluruhan, Program Kampus Mengajar dinilai berhasil meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di SMP Negeri 5 Watumalang, meskipun masih terdapat ruang untuk pengembangan lebih lanjut.
ENFERMAGEM NEONATAL EM CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS: DILEMAS ÉTICOS PARA UMA ASSISTÊNCIA INTEGRAL
Authors: Fernandes Pinto Leandro , Pereira Karoline De Oliveira
Published: September 2024

Introdução: Os avanços na neonatologia permitiram a sobrevivência de bebês em limites de viabilidade, porém enfrentam dilemas éticos devido à prematuridade e suas consequências a longo prazo, destacando a importância da decisão compartilhada com os pais. No Brasil, desafios como extensão territorial e desigualdades impactam os cuidados paliativos neonatais, enquanto estudos internacionais, do Japão, Itália, Coreia do Sul, Canadá e Estados Unidos, revelam problemas comuns na implementação desses cuidados, refletindo uma dificuldade global em abordar a morte e o morrer em neonatologia, ressaltando a necessidade de melhorar a assistência e enfrentar os dilemas éticos envolvidos. O avanço tecnológico permitiu diagnósticos precoces e aumentou a sobrevida de bebês prematuros com doenças crônicas.  Paralelamente, a competência e formação dos enfermeiros em cuidados paliativos neonatais são cruciais, enfrentando desafios de conhecimento, práticas, e colaboração interprofissional, evidenciando a necessidade de uma abordagem mais integrada e humanizada no cuidado aos bebês e apoio às famílias em luto. Deste modo foi concebida uma tabela catalogando os principais dilemas éticos identificados na revisão bibliográfica. Conclusão: O estudo reitera a complexidade dos dilemas éticos enfrentados pelos profissionais de saúde em neonatologia e a essencialidade de uma formação profunda em cuidados paliativos, visando sempre a tomada de decisões éticas, informadas e centradas no paciente e sua família.
Introduction: Advances in neonatology have allowed the survival of babies at the limits of viability, but they face ethical dilemmas due to prematurity and its long-term consequences, highlighting the importance of shared decision-making with parents. In Brazil, challenges such as territorial extension and inequalities impact neonatal palliative care. At the same time, international studies from Japan, Italy, South Korea, Canada, and the United States reveal common problems in implementing this care, reflecting a global difficulty in addressing death and dying in neonatology, highlighting the need to improve care and face the ethical dilemmas involved. Technological advances have allowed early diagnoses and increased the survival of premature babies with chronic diseases. At the same time, the competence and training of nurses in neonatal palliative care are crucial, facing challenges in knowledge, practices, and interprofessional collaboration, highlighting the need for a more integrated and humanized approach to caring for babies and supporting families in mourning. In this way, a table cataloged the main ethical dilemmas identified in the literature review. Conclusion: The study reiterates the complexity of the moral dilemmas faced by health professionals in neonatology and the essentiality of in-depth training in palliative care, always aiming to make ethical, informed, and patient- and family-centered decisions.
Warum die Industrie ihren KI-Durchbruch noch erwartet
Authors: Milicevic Mladen
Published: September 2024

Die Technologie der Künstlichen Intelligenz (KI) hat ihre Herausforderungen. Viele Mittelständler und kleinere Unternehmen begegnen ihr weiterhin mit Vorbehalt. Und es fehlt noch in weiten Teilen an Verständnis und Wissen, brauchbaren Daten und allgemeinen Regelungen.
Herausforderung spröd-harte Werkstoffe
Authors: Klingauf Peter
Published: September 2024

Das µm-genaue Zerspanen von Keramik ist eine Aufgabenstellung, an die sich nur wenige Fertigungsbetriebe herantrauen. Ein niederländischer Zulieferer erledigt solche Aufträge schon jahrzehntelang. Mit einer passenden Maschineninvestition hat er seine Kompetenz jetzt nochmals verbessert.
Why might animals remember? A functional framework for episodic memory research in comparative psychology
Authors: Boyle Alexandria , Brown Simon A. B.
Published: September 2024

One of Clayton’s major contributions to our understanding of animal minds has been her work on episodic-like memory. A central reason for the success of this work was its focus on ecological validity: rather than looking for episodic memory for arbitrary stimuli in artificial contexts, focussing on contexts in which episodic memory would serve a biological function such as food caching. This review aims to deepen this insight by surveying the numerous functions that have been proposed for episodic memory, articulating a philosophically grounded framework for understanding what exactly functions are, and drawing on these to make suggestions for future directions in the comparative cognitive psychology of episodic memory. Our review suggests four key insights. First, episodic memory may have more than one function and may have different functions in different species. Second, cross-disciplinary work is key to developing a functional account of episodic memory. Third, there is scope for further theoretical elaboration of proposals relating episodic memory to food caching and, in particular, future-oriented cognition. Finally, learning-related functions suggested by AI (artificial intelligence)-based models are a fruitful avenue for future behavioural research.
INDIA-VIETNAM CONTEXT: REFLECTING AND CONTEMPLATING
Authors: V. THANUPRIYAN  , MATHEW Dr. SANTHOSH
Published: September 2024

India and Vietnam share a strong relationship with a great deal of scope for deepening relations in the future. These relations have a history stretching back to 50 years of diplomatic ties since the 70s but to nearly 2000 years of interactions. During colonial times, people from both countries showed their sympathy and support to each other, and prominent leaders from both countries, like Jawaharlal Nehru and Ho Chi Minh, had personal contacts even before independence. India has also supported Vietnam in several wars in the past. India and Vietnam's timeless friendship is a common feeling among international friends about India and Vietnam's relationship. A study on the relationship between India and Vietnam in their past as well as in the present will help the two countries to understand more about each other, the values of their predecessors, as well as the efforts of the leaders of both countries. Since then, it has been a solid foundation for sustainable development in the future. Based on the studies of prehistoric documents as well as recent state relations of the leaders of the two countries. The article sheds more light on the good relations between the two peoples, the source of good relations at present and prospects for future development.
THE INFLUENCE OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TASKS, FOREIGN SHARE OWNERSHIP, AND DIVIDEND POLICY ON COMPANY VALUE (REAL ESTATE AND PROPERTY COMPANIES LISTED ON THE INDONESIA STOCK EXCHANGE)
Authors: M Dr. MASNO , SUPRATIKTA Dr. HADI
Published: September 2024

The property and real estate sector in Indonesia has shown an interesting trend over a certain period. Investment realization in the real estate and property sectors before and after Covid-19 has experienced a significant increase from year to year, indicating the increasing interest of investors to invest their capital in this sector. The purpose of the research is to find out and analyze the tasks of financial management, namely investment decisions, financing decisions, dividend policies, and foreign share ownership on the value of the company. The research method used is quantitative research and the population in this study is all Real Estate and Property subsector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, this study, conducted sample selection using the purposive sampling method and panel data regression analysis was carried out to analyze the data in this study with EViews 12. The results show that the value of companies in the real estate and property sector in Indonesia is not affected by factors such as stock ownership, and financial management tasks such as investment decisions, financing decisions, and dividend policies. Therefore, it is recommended to adopt a more holistic corporate value strategy with a focus on improving operational performance, cost efficiency, and product innovation. Re-evaluation of financial strategies, improved communication with shareholders, and development of innovative strategies are also necessary to ensure that the company can create added value beyond traditional factors and strengthen its position in the market.
RAMSEY’S 1926 CLAIM, “…THAT THERE DO NOT SEEM TO BE ANY SUCH THINGS AS THE RELATIONS HE (AUTHOR’S NOTEKEYNES) DESCRIBES…”, IS FALSE1 : IT VITIATES RAMSEY’S ENTIRE CRITIQUE OF KEYNES
Authors: BRADY MICHAEL EMMETT
Published: September 2024

Ramsey made many,many, many errors about Keynes’s logical theory of probability, as contained in A Treatise on Probability,in his reciews of 922 and 1926.Given the extent and magnitude of these errors, I have decided to focus on the most severe of these many, many, many errors The most severe error is Ramsey’s complete confusion and conflation of Keynes’s Boolean ,objective ,logical, probability relations with the metaphysical relations of Plato, as well as Moore’s use of Plato’s metaphysical relations or entities to serve as the foundation for his intuitionistic approach in analyzing moral and ethical issues, especially as it relates to Moore’s concern for “the Good”. Now it is a correct conclusion that, as regards issues in ethics, morality, aesthetics and metaphysics that Keynes, despite some criticisms, did accept Moore’s intuitionistic approach in those specific fields. However, to claim that Keynes’s work on probability and statistics is based on a foundation of Platonic relations /Moorean intuitionism, with assorted metaphysical entities supposedly floating around somewhere in outer space, waiting to be intuited, is simply preposterous and ludicrous lunacy. Keynes’s logical theory of probability, in his A Treatise on Probability, is based wholly on a foundation of the formal, mathematical, symbolic logic that was originally presented in G. Boole’s The Laws of Thought (1854). Keynes’s method was Boole’s method. Boole’s method was composed of (a) a relational, propositional, formal, mathematical, symbolic logic, (b) an interval valued probability approach, (c) required the general rejection of the POI, and (d) required a logical, objective probability relation holding between RELATED propositions, not Ramsey’s idiotic, imbecilic and moronic claims based on an analysis of UNRELATED propositions.
Awareness and Use of World Health Organisation Safe Childbirth Checklist among Midwives Practicing in Health Institutions in Imo State
Authors: Amadi C.O. , Ibrahim H. , Ogaji D.S.
Published: September 2024

Maternal and child health are pivotal to the growth and development of any nation and a critical aspect of the healthcare practice that ensures that adequate and safe childbirth practices are in place for safe delivery especially in resource-constrained settings. This study determined the awareness, use, benefits and challenges with the WHO Safe Childbirth Checklist among the Midwives in Imo State, Nigeria. The study utilized a descriptive survey design and surveyed 145 midwives as a sample. Data was collected from both primary and secondary sources. For the quantitative data, a well-structured questionnaire was issued to midwives employed by certain health facilities in Imo state. The midwives were selected using a random sampling method. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were conducted, and results were presented in the form of tables, charts, and percentages. More of the respondents were 36 years or older (74.5%), spent greater than 10 years in practice (57.9%), are graduates (75.9%), work in the public health facilities (64.1%). only 27.6% of the midwives working in these facilities are aware of the WHO Childbirth Checklist and only 4.8% of them consistently incorporate the checklist in their routine care of women in labour. Staff with more than 10 years of experience (p = 0.021), involved in teaching/administration (p = 0.007), as well as those without professional memberships (p<0.001) were significantly associated with consistent use of the WHO Checklist. The study's findings add to the existing body of knowledge and provide valuable insights into the awareness and utilization of the WHO SCC among midwives in the Imo State. This, in turn, sheds light on potential areas for improvement in maternal delivery.
Impart of Nurse-Led Intervention on Knowledge and Lifestyle Modification Practice Towards Prevention of Hypertension Among Adult Residents of Ogbomoso, Oyo State
Authors: Oladeji M. O. , Oderinde A. J. , Adeniyi M. O. , Akinfolarin O.
Published: September 2024

This study adopted quasi-experimental design to examine impart of Nurse-led intervention on Knowledge and Lifestyle modification towards prevention of hypertension among adult residents in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. The sample of 288 was selected using two-stage sampling techniques. The study obtained data from participants during pre and post-intervention using structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using, Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), version 27. Descriptive statistics of frequency and percentages as well as graph was employed to analyze data. Findings revealed that, 33.2% of the participants had good knowledge during pre-intervention, while 69.7% had good knowledge during post-intervention. Also, 32.4% of the participants had good lifestyle modification practices during pre-intervention, while majority (72.9%) had good lifestyle modification practices during post-intervention. The study concluded that, knowledge and practice of lifestyle modification among participants was better during post-intervention. The study concluded that, strategic designed health education is imperative to improve lifestyle modification towards controling hypertension prevalence.
Impacto de la Inseguridad en el Sector Turístico de Ecuador
Authors: Bravo Macias Maholy Alexandra , Cruzatty Quijije Josselyn Stefany , Hermoza Robles Carla Isabel
Published: September 2024

La inseguridad en Ecuador representa un desafío crítico para el sector turístico, amenazando su desarrollo económico y sostenibilidad. Este estudio analiza el impacto de la inseguridad en el turismo entre 2000 y 2022, con el fin de proponer estrategias efectivas para mitigar los efectos negativos y promover un entorno seguro para la industria ecuatoriana. Utilizando un enfoque metodológico mixto, se combina un estudio cuantitativo destinado en analizar la relación entre los ingresos turísticos y diversas variables, con un estudio cualitativo para identificar las provincias más vulnerables a la inseguridad. El diseño de investigación es no experimental, basado en la observación y el análisis de datos. Se estimó un modelo econométrico de regresión lineal múltiple, incorporando variables como homicidios, mortalidad, desigualdad económica y corrupción. Los resultados identifican que las provincias de Los Ríos, Guayas, Esmeraldas, El Oro y Santa Elena tienen altas tasas de homicidios, impactando negativamente en el turismo. El modelo econométrico revela una relación estadísticamente significativa entre la inseguridad y la disminución de los ingresos turísticos, un aumento en la tasa porcentual de homicidios, se relaciona con una disminución en los ingresos del turismo. Estos hallazgos destacan la necesidad urgente de políticas públicas integrales para mejorar la seguridad, reducir la desigualdad económica y combatir la corrupción, promoviendo así un entorno favorable para el turismo sostenible.
Prevalencia del Antígeno Prostático Específico (PSA) y Factores de Riesgo Asociados al Cáncer de Próstata en Adultos
Authors: Acosta Sampedro Edna Jaslin , Rosendo Chalma Pedro
Published: September 2024

El cáncer de próstata afecta a varones de todos los grupos raciales y étnicos, y presenta una alta tasa de mortalidad en países con nivel socioeconómico bajo en donde la enfermedad se detecta de forma tardía. El objetivo de esta investigación fue determinar la prevalencia de los niveles del PSA y su relación con el cáncer de próstata y los factores de riesgo mediante evidencia literaria reportada en países latinoamericanos. Para ello, se realizó una revisión de la información disponible en bases de datos como Scopus, Pubmed, Elsevier, entre otros, de acuerdo con las recomendaciones de la declaración PRISMA. Se incluyeron artículos publicados en los últimos siete años, que hacían referencia a la prevalencia de antígeno prostático, factores de riesgo y cáncer de próstata en adultos. De un total de 49 artículos, se seleccionaron nueve. Se concluyó que el PSA es específico de la glándula prostática y no del cáncer de próstata; por lo tanto, los niveles de antígeno prostático específico pueden indicar patologías benignas como hiperplasia prostática benigna (HPB) y prostatitis y no exclusivamente cáncer de próstata. En la presente revisión bibliográfica el PSA resultó ser un biomarcador de utilidad en el diagnóstico temprano del cáncer de próstata; sin embargo, según lo revisado en la literatura, el valor del PSA debe de correlacionarse y cotejarse con otras pruebas para mejorar su eficacia diagnóstica considerando aquellas que incluyan el estudio de mutaciones en genes de predisposición.
Factores que Interrumpen la Educación de los Niños “Chapitas” que Migran hacia la Localidad de Carlos A. Madrazo
Authors: Tuz Rosales Lucia Gabriela
Published: September 2024

La migración ha sido un problema que por muchos años ha estado presente en nuestro país, en el caso del estado de Chiapas donde se muestra más esta situación de como las familias “chiapanecas”, buscan salir de su estado para buscar una mejor calidad de vida, lo que repercute en la educación de sus hijos. En esta investigación se reconocerán los factores que intervienen en la educación de los niños y niñas que por diferentes motivos no logran terminar e incluso iniciar la escuela, ya sea porque sus padres no tienen el recurso suficiente, o son muchos hijos y no a todos les puedan dar la oportunidad de ir a la escuela. A través de encuestas realizadas a diferentes familias en la localidad de Carlos a madrazo se pudo determinar que en evidente la falta de recurso es el principal motivo por el cual los niños no asisten a la escuela.
Contaminación del aire por emisiones de CO2 de los vehículos de servicio de transporte publico en la ciudad de Puno
Authors: Angles Canlla Oscar Luis
Published: September 2024

La contaminación del aire, especialmente por emisiones de dióxido de carbono (CO2) del transporte público, es un problema crítico que afecta la salud y el bienestar en las ciudades, incluyendo Puno. Este estudio es relevante para comprender la magnitud de las emisiones y su impacto ambiental. El objetivo principal de esta investigación es establecer un modelo de estimación de las concentraciones de CO2 en áreas urbanas específicas de Puno, utilizando el método indirecto del IPCC y un análisis de tráfico durante un período de tres meses. Se trata de un artículo de investigación original que emplea un enfoque metodológico robusto para cuantificar las emisiones. La metodología incluye la recopilación de datos sobre el consumo de combustible y la distancia recorrida por los vehículos de transporte público. Los resultados indican que las emisiones totales anuales de CO2 ascienden para el alcance 1 a 330,7 (tCO2e) y para el alcance 3 a 969,981.2 (tCO2e) aproximadamente, lo que subraya la significativa contribución del transporte público a la contaminación del aire en Puno. Esta investigación implica que es urgente implementar políticas de movilidad sostenible para mitigar las emisiones de CO2, resaltando la necesidad de acciones concretas para mejorar la calidad del aire y la salud pública en la ciudad.
La Capacitación al Docente en el Uso de las Tic y su Importancia en el Quehacer Educativo
Authors: Alulema Imacaña Marco Estuardo , Sarzosa Tonato Mónica Elizabeth
Published: September 2024

La educación a nivel mundial exige la actualización constante de conocimientos ya sea desde un nivel primario hasta superior, por ende, la aplicación de modernos métodos ayudara a que la educación sea eficiente, de modo que se ajusten a las necesidades que se presentan en el campo académico. Las uinstituciones educativas deben promover dichos cambios por lo que es una tarea imperante la capacitación docente en el conocimiento y aplicación de las TIC enfocadas al aprendizaje. Capacitar a los docentes requiere tener claro los procesos y procedimientos para que sean efectivos y los docentes puedan concebir el conocimiento suficiente acerca del uso de las TIC. En esta investigación se analizan las competencias digitales de los docentes de la Unidad Educativa Fiscal Amazonas centradas en la información, comunicación, creación de contenidos y resolución de problemas, se consideró como población a los docentes que integran esta institución. Se presenta un Estudio de Caso con variables cuantitativas, la información fue recopilada en base al cuestionario con escala Likert.del Marco Común de Competencias del Docente Los hallazgos principales determinan la necesidad del diseño de un plan de capacitación que se enfoque a la aplicación de las TIC para mejorar el ejercicio como docente.
Effect of Feedstock Blends and Equivalence Ratio on the Thermal Arc Plasma Assisted Co-Gasification of Biomass and Plastic using Air-Blown Downdraft Reactor
Authors: Ishak Mohammad Zulfikar , Samiran Nor Afzanizam , Yew Xin Yu , Ishak Izuan Amin , Hamid Muhammad Suhail Sahul
Published: September 2024

Plastic waste is known to cause an emerging environmental pollution, posing risks to both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Co-gasification method is an alternative way to reduce municipal solid waste and plastic waste by converting it into useful gas fuel energy. The present study used empty fruit bunch biomass (EFB), plastic waste of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) as a feedstock for thermochemical conversion process into syngas fuel energy via plasma co-gasification method. The effect of multiple feedstocks mixture between biomass and plastic and equivalence ratio on the compositions of produced syngas, high heating value (HHV), lower heating value (LHV), cold gas efficiency (CGE) and carbon conversion efficiency (CCE) were critically investigated. A reactor of air-blown downdraft arrangement was used in these experiments. The gasifying agent flow rate of air was set at the frequency range of 10 to 22Hz to achieve equivalence ratio between 0.15 to 0.30. The blending ratio (BR) between biomass and plastic (EFB:Plastic) were set as E90:P10, E80:P20 and E70:P30. The results indicate that H2 and CO composition is typically decrease as ER increase for the mixture of EFB and LDPE. In contrast, the composition of H2 and CO is generally increase as ER increases. However, the maximum value of H2 and CO is dominated by the mixture of EFB and LDPE at any blending ratio and lower ER condition. This is due to the higher element of H, C and O in the raw material of EFB and LDPE compared to PET. This study is crucial in understanding the synergistic effect of co-gasification assisted with plasma reaction between biomass and plastic waste.
Decontamination of Organophosphates: Efficacy of Oxime Incorporated Palm Oil based Liquid Soaps for Methyl Parathion Neutralization
Authors: Ariff Hafizah , Wan Yunus Wan Md Zin , Abdullah Norli , Osman Junaedy , Samsuri Alinda , Abdul Latif Nur Shazwani , Andenan Nurnadia , Ahmad Farid Mohammed Abdillah
Published: September 2024

Organophosphates (OPs) are a group of poisonous chemicals that are commonly used as pesticides and at times as chemical weapons. Decontamination of these compounds from the contaminated surfaces is an important step in their poisoning incident management but techniques that are commonly used currently, washings with soap solutions are not effective as the contaminants are still active in the waste solutions. Addition of an active ingredient such as an oxime which acts as a nucleophile in the soap solutions will enhance the ability of the washing liquids to hydrolyse OPs to convert them into innocuous compounds. This article describes a procedure to synthesize and characterize oxime-incorporated palm oil-based liquid soaps with an oxime concentration in the range of 0.05–1% and the results of their evaluation for their decontamination efficacy to degrade the OPs into non-toxic compounds. The soaps were formulated from palm oil and stable with the pH of 11.0, which is within the pH range for decontamination purposes. Upon mixing the soap solutions with Methyl Parathion (MP), the MP degrades slowly with the formation of p-nitrophenol (p-NP) after 24h which appears at peaks 400nm of the UV-Visible spectrum. However, in the presence of 2-pyridine aldoxime methiodide (2-PAM) with concentrations of 0.05% to 1.0%, the degradation is immediately observed involving the 2-PAM/MP complexation, in addition to the formation of p-NP after 24h. Furthermore, with the concentration of 2-PAM of 0.5% to 1.0%, the degradation does not produce p-NP but dimethylthiophosphate (DMPT) suggesting that the oxime content in the soap is sufficient to neutralise the MP. Based on the above findings, it can be concluded that the addition of the 2-PAM at the right concentration into the soaps significantly enhances their ability to efficiently decontaminate MP.
Investigation of Bioconvection in a Non-Newtonian Fluid Flow with Different Slip Effects over a Vertical Cylinder with Suction or Injection
Authors: Nima Nayema Islam , Ferdows Mohammad
Published: September 2024

This work explores the interaction of mixed bio convection and non-Newtonian fluid flow around a vertical cylinder. It considers different slip effects and the impact of suction/injection boundary conditions. The inquiry is driven by the substantial implications of comprehending the interconnected dynamics of living organisms and non-Newtonian fluids, with wide-ranging applications in biotechnology, medicine, and environmental science. The study incorporates the intricacies of shear-thinning or shear-thickening fluids by utilizing the generalized power-law model to capture non-Newtonian rheological phenomena. The vertical cylinder, selected as the archetype geometry, functions as a fundamental structure encountered in several engineering applications. The slip effects, which can vary from no-slip to full slip, are included in the model to represent the interactions between the fluid and solid. Additionally, the suction/injection boundary conditions are used to simulate external forces that are provided to govern the motion of the fluid. The study utilizes similarity transformations to convert the governing equations and employs the MATLAB BVP4c scheme to solve the resulting ordinary differential equations. It investigates a parameter space that encompasses non-Newtonian parameters, slip coefficients, bio convection parameters, and suction/injection parameters. The results demonstrate intricate relationships between bio convection, non-Newtonian rheology, slip effects, and suction/injection. These findings state the suction parameter (s>1) and dilatant fluid (n>1) have great influence on heat, mass and motile microorganism rate and also slip parameters are responsible for reducing flow profiles. The study's findings enhance our comprehension of intricate fluid dynamics when biological activity and non-Newtonian behaviour are present. This provides valuable insights for the efficient design and optimization of processes involving vertical cylinders in fields such as biotechnology, medicine, and environmental engineering.
Study of the Characteristics of Ship Propulsion Systems with the Addition of a Kort Nozzle using the CFD Method
Authors: Alamsyah Alamsyah , Dianiswara Anggoronadhi , Pawara Muhammad Uswah , Hutagaol Olga Dandi , Mahmuddin Faisal
Published: September 2024

The component of a ship that affects its speed the most is its propulsion system, which includes a propeller. The propeller produces thrust by converting the blades' rotating force. A well-functioning propulsion system increases the propeller's effectiveness, which enhances the ship's performance. The addition of a kort nozzle to the propeller is one of the numerous methods currently available for enhancing its performance. These justifications serve as the foundation for this investigation. The purpose of this study was to compare the propeller's operating efficiency with and without a koert nozzle addition. The result of the research it was detected that there was an increase in thrust force after using the cort nozzle under the influence of calm water and wavy water by 15 ~ 30%. There is an increase in efficiency under the influence of still water. But under the influence of waves the value is not great. The resulting efficiency value is approximately 3 ~ 5% for the same RPM rotation efficiency.
Exploring the Impact of TikTok Blended Learning on Mathematics Performance: A Hypothesis Approach
Authors: Norshela Mohd Noh  , Yusvana Rama
Published: September 2024

Studying engineering at the university level necessitates a strong foundation in mathematics. However, the diverse mathematical backgrounds of enrolled students pose challenges to educators in higher education. To address this issue, utilizing technology and visual representations alongside various examples can enhance understanding for students with different learning preferences. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the difference in mathematics final examination scores between students engaged in TikTok blended learning and those in traditional non-blended learning environments. Hypothesis testing and z-test were employed to analyze the mathematics performance. The R software code was included to prove the hypothesis testing. The result showed that students who practised TikTok blended learning performed better than students who were in the non-blended learning environments in mathematics subject of engineering technology in final examinations.
The Bears & Bulls of Fundamental Analysis Vs Technical Analysis
Authors: Thirani Vansh
Published: September 2024

In the intriguing realm of the Indian Stock Market, significant fortunes are amassed and aspirations materialize. In the realm of financial markets, two predominant methodologies govern the analysis of markets: fundamental analysis and technical analysis. This discussion aims to delve into the core principles of each approach, elucidate their respective merits and limitations, and underscore the advantages of amalgamating them to form a comprehensive market analysis framework.  Biography of the Author I am Vansh Thirani, a high school student from New Delhi, India. Stock Market is something I have a lot of interest in. I am very passionate about building a career in this field and with my continuous learning and self- improving skillset, I am confident enough to excel in this field. This paper can help a lot of young teenagers who aspire to gain knowledge and pursue a career in the field of Stock Market Analysis. Being a teenager myself, I understand how challenging it might be for students to start analysing at first, but I believe after students go through this paper, it might become easier for them to analyse and make investment decisions.