bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Amenduxen olerkiaz. Oharrak
Authors: Salaberri Zaratiegi Patxi
Published: April 2024

Lan honetan Juanes Amendux XVI. mendeko iruindar olerkariaren bertsoez mintzatu diren ikertzaileen ekarpenak aztertzen dira, punturen batean interpretazio berria proposatuz. Interpretazio berri hauek egiteko autoreak testu orijinala berriz ikusi eta irakurri du, eta olerkia idatzia dagoen hegoaldeko goi-nafarrera izeneko euskalkiaren hizkuntz ezaugarriak hartu ditu kontutan. Euskalki hau garai batean oso erabilia zen Nafarroan, eta Orreagatik Lizarraraino hedatzen zen, Iruñean ere mintzatua zelarik. Kontutan hartu da, baita ere, Jimeno Juríok olerkari iruindarraren biziaz eta lanaz moldatu duen artikulua.
Juan de Amendux, poeta euskaldun de Pamplona (c. 1540-1580)
Authors: Jimeno Jurío José María
Published: April 2024

Juan de Amendux nació en Pamplona hacia 1540. Huérfano de padre y madre para 1548, fue puesto bajo la tutela de su primo Juan de Osés, vecino de Valtierra, donde residió unos años. Aprendió a leer en esta villa y en Tudela (1552-1554), dedicándose al oficio de mercero en Zaragoza, Pamplona y otras partes, con poca fortuna. Preso en las cárceles reales de Tafalla, compuso en euskera una elegía (1567). Obtenida poco después la libertad, falleció en Pamplona en febrero de 1580.
Semejanzas tipológicas de la categoría adresada del verbo vasco y la categoría de versiones del verbo georgiano
Authors: Majaroblidze Tamara
Published: April 2024

En este trabajo Tamara Majaroblidze, profesora de la Universidad de Tbilissi (Georgia Caucásica), nos hace una comparación tipológica entre el verbo vasco y el georgiano, en un nivel sincrónico de la lengua. La autora lamenta que hoy el verbo vasco no tenga el mismo nivel de investigación que el georgiano, que parece que acaba de comenzar. Con Categoría de Versión georgiana y los verbos destinativos de la lengua vasca nos prueba que los mismos principios universales y las mismas leyes de la lingüística funcionan en los dos sistemas verbales. La autora hace la comparación en los tres niveles: 1. Nivel funcional-semántico. 2. Nivel morfo-sintáctico, y 3. Nivel referencial.
Ahal izaitea eta ezin izaitea nola adierazi izan diren euskaraz mendebaldean
Authors: Irigoyen Alfonso
Published: April 2024

Lan honetan Bizkaiko lau iturritarik bilduriko corpus bat emaiten da ahal izaitea eta ezin izaitea nola adierazi izan diren euskaraz mendebaldean XVI mendetik aurrera, eta epilogo moduan Dechepare eta Leiçarraga XVI mendekoen eta Oihenart XVII mendekoaren etsenplu batez-ere zenbait flexio verbal synthetikori dagozkionak ere parean ezartzen dira, eta besteetarik zerbait saihestuarren posizio proklitikoan albait- daramaten preskriptivozko formak ere erantsirik gelditzen dira.
Juan Martin de Ibero (1729-1783), Izuko parrokua (1754-1783)
Authors: Ondarra Francisco
Published: April 2024

Lan honetan Juan Martin de Ibero (Murarritz 1729-Izu 1783) euskal idazlearen bizitzaren berri ematen da, bere testuak beste aldizkari batean agertzeko eskuraturik daudelarik. Goñerrin dagoen Munarritzen jaio eta Oltza zendeako Izu herriko parroku izan zenez (1754-1783), leku horietako zenbait argibide ere ageri dira. Testuak bilduma zabalago baten zatia baitira, saiatzen gara bilduma horren gorabeherak argitzen, horretarako inguruko herrietako parrokuen zerrenda aurkezten dugula.
La crisis del euskera en el Valle de Egüés (Siglo XIX)
Authors: Jimeno Jurío José María
Published: April 2024

En los dieciocho concejos del valle de Egüés, contiguo a Pamplona por oriente, toda la población hablaba su “lenguaje nativo vascongado” a finales del siglo XVIII. La enseñanza escolar comenzó a impartirse luego en cuatro pueblos. Los maestros enseñaban en castellano y exigían a los alumnos que hablaran en esta lengua. Pocos años después el panorama lingüístico había cambiado: Los mayores seguían hablando solamente vasco; la generación intermedia era bilingüe; niños y jóvenes optaban por el romance, que acabaron utilizando los clérigos en la predicación. La desaparición del vascuence se veía inminente. Las agitadas circunstancias políticas, con la guerra realista en ciernes, no eran el clima propicio para salir en defensa del euskera.
Infraestructura e infoestructura del gobierno digital y la administración pública en un gobierno local
Authors: Paco Wilfredo , Salazar-Espinoza Jaime
Published: April 2024

La importancia de la infraestructura e infoestructura del gobierno digital en la administración pública es fundamental para mejorar la eficiencia, la transparencia y la participación ciudadana, mientras que el uso de tecnologías de información y comunicación (TICs) permite una transformación en la administración pública implicando mejoras y modernización en todos los procesos de reingeniería y la informatización. El libro se propuso como objetivo determinar el grado de relación entre el gobierno digital y la administración pública a partir de infraestructura e infoestructura como dimensiones de la variable de gobierno digital, cuyo nivel investigativo es correlacional de diseño no experimental transversal. Los resultados nos señalaron que existe una relación positiva muy significativa (r = ,773) entre el gobierno digital y la administración pública, por su lado, sus dimensiones de infraestructura e infoestructura en el gobierno digital se destaca fundamentalmente como aspectos clave en la administración pública. El estudio concluye, que hay una relación positiva muy significativa entre gobierno digital y administración pública, esta relación sugiere que la adopción estratégica de tecnologías digitales no solo está asociado a la eficiencia operativa, sino que también con la transparencia, la capacidad de respuesta y participación ciudadana. Se recomienda priorizar la inversión y desarrollo en infraestructura e infoestructura del gobierno digital como esencial para mejorar la eficiencia, transparencia y participación ciudadana, el cual debería enfocarse en la optimización de tecnologías de información para lograr una transformación efectiva y moderna.
Assessment of the risk of committing crimes by persons released from prison
Authors: Dushkin Anton , Fedotova Elena
Published: April 2024

Introduction. While studying recidivism prediction, criminal risk assessment is considered in many countries a mandatory procedure. The paper presents the most widely known and frequently applied risk assessment tools. Special attention is paid to predicted risk assessment tools for individuals released in the Russian Federation and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Taking into account the emerging tradition of using these risk assessment tools for practical purposes and the opportunities for conducting relevant research, much attention is paid to reviewing the tools used abroad. The purpose of the study is to provide the theoretical grounds for recidivism risk assessment tools, as well as the analysis of foreign experience in application and verification of this tool. Research methods. The research uses general scientific methods: (analysis, synthesis, systematization, generalization, analogy), special methods: comparative (when studying tools for assessing the risk of recidivism), formal legal (for the study of normative legal acts). Results. The research demonstrates a wide range of approaches and patterns in the area of criminal behavior risk assessment. Criminal behavior risk assessment tools were classified, and they can be summarised in a historical perspective into four generations according to chronology. The first and least reliable approach is to assess the risk of recidivism based on the clinical opinion of professionals. At this stage the measurement was characterised by its subjectivity. The second generation was based on actuarial valuation using reliable statistical predictors and significance levels for recidivism. The third generation tended to combine risk factors based on the theory of static risk assessment. The fourth generation of tools is based on the understanding that risk should be assessed as a continuous and dynamic process related to both the risk itself and the needs and resources of the individual. This approach considers that offenders’ supervision in post-penitentiary probation is an effective means of successful risk assessment based on their individual psychological characteristics and resources.
Recidivists rehabilitation through interpersonal interaction
Authors: Puntsagsuren Bayarbaatar
Published: April 2024

Introduction. The issues of re-socialization of individuals serving criminal punishment in Mongolian correctional institutions are discussed. The area of the research is the problem of reducing the number of repeat offenses due to interpersonal problems as well as interaction and communication skills of individuals being under criminal punishment. The subject of the study is to prove the importance of interpersonal interaction skills in counteracting recidivism. The statistics of repeated crimes in the Republic of Mongolia are described and social and psychological problems of this category of individuals are analyzed. Theoretical approaches to prevent recidivism are examined. The author states the necessity of empirical analysis of sociopsychological causes, including interpersonal interaction leading to recidivism. The method of research was sociological survey, and the technique is a questionnaire to study the skills of interpersonal interaction. Results. Interpersonal skills of 1.416 recidivists confined in open and closed regime prisons under the General Executive Agency of Court Decision were assessed by a special test, and the assessment results were analyzed using SPSS 26 software. Skills study revealed socio-psychological factors influencing repeated criminal behavior and offer practical recommendations to reduce the risk of recidivism. Conclusion. The findings of the study proves the need to conduct socio-psychological work with inmates to develop their interpersonal communication skills.
Editorial
Authors: Aguirre Chavez Felipe
Published: April 2024

Siguiendo al proverbio: “Si quieres ir rápido, ve solo. Si quieres llegar lejos, ve acompañado”. La revista Educa UMCH desde su fundación ha optado por el trabajo colaborativo entre investigadores nacionales e internacionales como vía de aprendizaje permanente para la innovación, la creatividad y el desarrollo de capacidades que posibiliten encontrar nuevas formas de hacer las cosas y resolver los problemas.
KESADARAN DIRI PETANI DALAM MENERAPKAN KONSEP URBAN FARMING PADA PERTANIAN DI PERKOTAAN DI KABUPATEN PURWOREJO
Authors: KUSUMANINGRUM ARTA , WICAKSONO ISTIKO AGUS , WIDIANTONO DIDIK
Published: April 2024

The objectives of this research were: 1) To determine the characteristics of farmers in applying the Urban Farming concept to urban agriculture in Purworejo Regency, 2) To determine the level of self-awareness of farmers in applying the Urban Farming concept to urban agriculture in Purworejo Regency, and 3) To determine What are the benefits of farmers in applying the Urban Farming concept to urban agriculture in Purworejo Regency? This research was descriptive and class interval. The number of samples in this research was 30 farmers. The results of this research showed: 1) The characteristics of farmers in applying the urban farming concept to agriculture in urban areas in Purworejo Regency was high school farmer education with a percentage of 54%. Farmer experience: less than 10 years, with a percentage of 77%. Age 50-60 years with a percentage of 40%. Land area less than 500 m was 74%. The majority of plants cultivated were ornamental plants, as much as 30%, 2) Farmers' self-awareness in implementing the urban farming concept is at the highest percentage, namely 94.74% that farmers know that food can be obtained from urban farming activities, 3) and the last, in implementing urban farming in urban areas in Purworejo Regency, farmers use verticulture, plant racks, tabulampots, house fences, house walls, hanging pots, hydroponics, and used bottles.
PENGARUH DIGITAL MARKETING UMKM MAKANAN MINUMAN TERHADAP KINERJA PEMASARAN MELALUI INOVASI PRODUK DI KOTA PANGKALPINANG
Authors: NINGSIH GIAN , KARNINGSIH ENI , PURWASIH RATI
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of digital marketing on marketing performance and product innovation, analyze the influence of product innovation on marketing performance, and analyze the influence of digital marketing on marketing performance through product innovation in food and beverage processing msmes in Pangkalpinang City. . The research method used is a survey method. Meanwhile, the sampling method used was purposive sampling (intentionally) with a sample size of 65 respondents. The analysis method uses sem-pls (structural equation modeling-partial least square) analysis with smartpls software version 4.0. The research results show that digital marketing has a direct positive effect on product innovation and product innovation has a positive effect on marketing performance, but digital marketing has no direct effect on marketing performance. Meanwhile, digital marketing indirectly has a positive effect on marketing performance through product innovation.
Improving Personnel Performance through Work Motivation, Work Discipline and Work Environment
Authors: Pambudi Risas , Supriadi Bambang , Setiyadi M.Ch. Sina
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of work motivation, work discipline, and work environment on the performance members of the Air Force personnel at Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta, both simultaneously and partially, and to analyze the influence of which variables are dominant on the performance members of air force personnel at Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta. This research was conducted at Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta. The type of research used is explanatory research. The research population was all members of the Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta Air force personnel, namely 120 members. Considering that the population is not too large, census research was used, and all Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta Air force personnel will be the research respondents. The analysis method uses multiple linear regression and hypothesis testing. The research results show that work motivation, discipline, and work environment influence the performance members of air force personnel at Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta, both simultaneously and partially. Furthermore, this research identified that work motivation had a dominant influence on the performance members of air force personnel at Diskomlekau Mabesau, Jakarta. From the research results, it is recommended that members of the Jakarta Diskomlekau Mabesau personnel increase work motivation to meet performance.
Study of Toxicity Resistance of Fusarium incarantum Isolated from Broad Bean by Arum maculate Leaf Extract in Adult Male Rabbits
Authors: Abbood Hussein A. R. , Salman Hana Attiya
Published: April 2024

Fungus isolates were obtained from the roots and leaves of the infected broad bean from Hawija district of Kirkuk city and isolated on the medium of PDA by examining its morphological and phenotypic characteristics of the fungus and the shape of conidia. In this study, 16 male rabbits were brought from the local markets of the city of Kirkuk and divided into 4 groups, each group consisting of 4 rabbits, the first group includes a control group, the second group is an infected group, the third group is an infected group that was treated with 50 mg of plant leaf extract, and an infected group was treated with 100 mg of leaf extract, after which Oxidative stress factors levels were checked. Oxidative stress factors showed high levels of MDA in infected rabbits compared to normal rabbits (P < 0.05), while GSH and catalase levels appeared lower compared to MDA in infected rabbits (P < 0.05), while in the group of rabbits treated with leaf extract 50 mg and 100 mg) showed few changes in concentrations MDA, GSH and Catalase compared to normal rabbits (P < 0.05).
Examining the Nexus of Governance, Firm’s Characteristics and CSR Disclosure in Highly Polluted Industries
Authors: Darwis Arum Tarasya , Islahuddin Islahuddin
Published: April 2024

This study seeks to examine the effect of corporate governance and firm’s characteristics on corporate social responsibility disclosure (CSRD) of highly polluted industries. The sample of this study consisted of 250 data from 125 companies of basic material, chemicals, and energy sectors listed in the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2020-2021. The result shows that ownership concentration has a negative effect on CSR disclosure. Audit committee and firm’s size positively affect corporate social responsibility disclosure. Meanwhile, the board size and leverage do not affect CSR disclosure. This study provides policy implications to identify governance systems and firm’s characteristics at increasing CSR awareness. The paper highlights the research context of the highly polluted industry, indicating a specific sector with unique challenges and implications for CSR. By focusing on these industries, the research aims to provide insights into opportunities associated with CSR disclosure in highly polluting sectors.
Job Insecurity, Burnout and Turnover Intention: The Mediating Role of Basic Psychological Needs Satisfaction in Non Civil Servants Personnel
Authors: Susilowati Seli , Ridloah Siti , Humaira Hanina , Putri Vini Wiratno
Published: April 2024

The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of Job Insecurity and Burnout on Turnover Intention while considering Basic Psychological Needs Satisfaction as a potential mediator. The methodology employed in this research was quantitative, utilizing Structural Equation Model-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) analysis. A sample size of 113 respondents was selected using simple random sampling. The findings of this study demonstrate that heightened levels of job insecurity and burnout among employees lead to an increase in turnover intention within the organization. However, it was observed that increased satisfaction with basic psychological needs does not necessarily correlate with decreased turnover intention. Furthermore, the reduction in job insecurity and burnout does not consistently result in enhanced satisfaction of basic psychological needs among employees. Notably, basic psychological needs satisfaction did not mediate the relationship between job insecurity, burnout, and turnover intention in this study. Recommendations derived from this study suggest that future research endeavors should explore and refine the research framework across different sectors, thereby scrutinizing basic psychological needs satisfaction as a mediating variable. Expanding the respondent pool size is also advocated to yield more generalized findings.
Indonesia Insurance Corporate Governance: A Literature Review
Authors: Kuswanto Adi
Published: April 2024

The aim of this research is to present and evaluate corporate governance framework for insurance companies in Indonesia based on previous researches related to corporate governance and The Indonesia Financial Services Authority Regulation. We evaluate concerning to governance objectives that include protecting shareholder interests, enhancing shareholder value, ensuring accountability, managing risk, promoting ethical behavior, transparency and disclosure, balancing interests, strategic decision-making, compliance with laws and regulations, efficient operations, long-term sustainability, stakeholder engagement, adapting to change, creating a positive reputation, and facilitating investment. We discuss the corporate governance framework for insurance companies in Indonesia based on the Indonesia Financial Services Authority regulation that states governance structure, corporate governance code, self-assessment & governance report, governance process and corporate governance principles to meet governance objectives. Although every year all insurance companies report corporate governance, but some companies have been stopped by the Authority. This raises research problems for the future relating to why insurance companies that have complied with corporate governance provisions have been stopped by the Authority.
Innovation Strategies and Competitive Advantage of Ceramic Manufacturers in Kenya
Authors: Mutende Sonia , Mutua Justice
Published: April 2024

Manufacturing firms are crucial for Kenya's economic growth and industrialization efforts aligned with Vision 2030 objectives. However, recent trends show a decline in competitive advantage for these firms, reflected in decreasing market share, customer loyalty, and sales growth. To address this, firms have adopted innovative strategies like process, product, and technology innovation to enhance their competitive edge. The decline in competitive advantage poses risks to profitability, market position, and long-term sustainability, underscoring the importance of investigating the impact of innovation strategies on the competitive advantage of ceramic manufacturers in Kenya. Therefore, the purpose of the study is to evaluate the relationship between innovation strategies and the competitive advantage of ceramic manufacturers in Kenya. The purpose of the study was to ascertain how Kenyan ceramic producers' competitive advantage was impacted by innovation in technology, products, and processes. The study used a desktop research approach, and theme analysis was used to examine the data. The study discovered that Kenyan ceramic producers' competitive edge stems from process innovation. Furthermore, the results showed that Kenyan ceramic producers' competitive advantage stems from product innovation. The results also showed the impact of technological innovation on Kenyan ceramic producers' competitive edge. The study concluded that Kenyan ceramic producers had a competitive edge due to process, product, and technological innovation. Manufacturers of ceramics must take a whole-hearted commitment to innovation, covering all facets such as procedures, goods, and technology.
Improve Member Performance Through Organizational Citizenship Behavior, Work Environment, and Work Discipline
Authors: Setiawan Agus Hilmansyah , Triatmanto Boge , Respati Harianto
Published: April 2024

This research aims to analyze the influence of work discipline, work environment, and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) on the performance of Air Force members at the Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base Logistics Service, Jakarta, both simultaneously, partially and dominantly. This research was conducted at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base, Jakarta. The type of research used is explanatory research. The population and sample for this study were all enlisted members, non-commissioned officers, first officers, and middle officers at the Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base Logistics Service, Jakarta, namely 135 members. The analysis method uses multiple linear regression and hypothesis testing. The research results show that work discipline, work environment, and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) influence the performance of Air Force members at the Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base Logistics Service, Jakarta, both simultaneously and partially. Furthermore, this research identifies that organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) influences member performance. The advice that can be given is to remember that Work Discipline influences member performance, and work discipline should be paid attention to.
A Study on the Backwash Effect of International Talent English Exam on Students' English Learning—Teaching Based Backlash Promotes Student Learning Strategy Adjustment
Authors: Jiang Ran , Chao Yiran , Li Qianjun , Yang Yan , Gu Yinghua
Published: April 2024

With the acceleration of globalization, English has become the main language for international communication, and various English exams have also emerged. The International Talent English Examination (ETIC), also known as the National Talent Examination, is a standardized examination that evaluates students' English proficiency. Its implementation has a direct impact on their English learning. On the basis of literature review, questionnaire survey, interview, and classroom observation, this study comprehensively adopts a data analysis method combining descriptive statistics and qualitative analysis to explore the backlash effect of the National Talent Examination on student English learning, that is, to clarify the impact of ETIC on student English learning, and how to promote student learning through exam feedback.
Early Outcome after Surgical Repair of Postnatal Myelomeningocele
Authors: Islam K. M. Tarikul , Hossain A. B. M. Manwar , Sazal Mohiuddin , Amin Md. Rezaul , Das Sukriti , Hoque Moududul
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Myelomeningocele repair is a relatively uncommon procedure. Much of this has been attributed to improve nutrition and early detection. Our aim is to detect early (30 days) outcome of pediatrict patients undergoing postnatal myelomeningocele repair. Material and Methods: The prospective observational study was carried out on 68 patients presented with myelomeningocele who underwent surgery with age ranged from one (1) month to two (2) years got admitted in the department of neurosurgery, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University from January 2020 to May 2023. Results: Maximum age was found 1 month to 3 months, female baby were predominant which was 40(58.8%), majority 48(70.6%) were medium size, common location were Dorsal (14.7%), Lumbar (45.6%) and Dorsolumbar (33.8%). CSF leak found (8.8%), decreased power of limbs found (38.2%), wound infection was found (5.9%), hydrocephalus found (39.7%), New hydrocephalus (2.9%) and New neurological deficit (1.5%). The duration of hospital stay 4.1±0.8 days. Conclusion: Most complications occur within 30 days of myelomeningocele repair. Wound infection was found in 5.9%. Mostly occurs between 1 to 3 months of age. Early repair of myelomeningocele reduces neurological impairment significantly.
Integration of Artificial Intelligence into Chest Computed Tomography
Authors: Kennedy Wong
Published: April 2024

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in radiology, especially for chest computed tomography (CT) scan analysis, marked a significant advancement in medical diagnostics, aiming to improve patient care and streamline the workflow for radiologists. This review article examined the role of current AI technologies, including machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), convolutional neural networks (CNN), and radiomics, in enhancing the detection and characterisation of lung diseases. These technologies are instrumental in identifying complex patterns within imaging data and constructing more informed decisions regarding disease severity, progression, and potential treatment options. Deep learning and CNN have demonstrated effectiveness in analysing the intricate details present in chest CT scans, offering a high degree of accuracy. Radiomics complements these methods by extracting quantitative features from medical images, providing deeper insights into disease characteristics that are not visible through standard imaging techniques. The application of AI has shown promise in improving the diagnosis and management of interstitial lung diseases and lung cancers, contributing to the development of personalised treatment plans. However, this review also highlights limitations, such as small sample sizes in studies, which may impact the generalisability of AI applications in this field. Despite these challenges, the ongoing incorporation of AI into radiological practices is anticipated to significantly enhance the accuracy and efficiency of lung disease diagnostics, setting a foundation for future research and improvements in clinical practice.
Exposure to Ionizing Radiation from Initial Brain Computed Tomography for Injuries in the South-West Region of Cameroon
Authors: Tambe Joshua , Onana Yannick , Dongmo Sylviane , Chichom Alain , Guegang Emilienne , Ongolo-Zogo Pierre , Moifo Boniface , Zeh Odile F.
Published: April 2024

The increasing use of computed tomography (CT) in injury management is a growing concern as ionizing radiation (IR) is associated with cancer-related risks especially in young persons, who are most affected by injuries. This study aimed to assess ionizing radiation exposure from head CT in patients with injuries and to propose CT dose age-specific diagnostic reference levels (DRLs). Data was extracted from two prospectively collected CT registries over a period of 5 years at two community-based university-affiliated hospitals from 2019 to 2024. The linear relationship between CT dose (dose-length product; DLP) and age was assessed using Pearson’s correlation whilst linear regression was used to determine the strength of the relationship. The 75th percentiles and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of the DLP were determined. Eligible initial head CT scans for patients with injuries were 1,155. There were 685 (59.31%) males (sex ratio of 1.5:1) and overall median age of 33 years (interquartile range: 21 to 46). Road traffic injuries were the source of injury in 1090 individuals (94.37%; 95% CI: 92.88 - 95.63%), followed by falls (50 cases; 4.33%; 95% CI: 3.23 - 5.67%) and assaults (10 cases; 0.87%; 95% CI: 0.42 – 1.59). The median DLP was 1,062 mGy.cm (range: 264 to 1,954 mGy.cm). There was a positive linear relationship between the DLP and the age of the patients (Pearson’s rho = 0.38, p<0.001). DRLs were comparable to international values. Measures to curb the rising incidence of injuries and the continuous implementation of CT optimization techniques will reduce IR exposure.
Farmers’ Perception on Contribution of Community-Based Breeding Program to Sheep Flock Performance and Income of Producers in Hula and Dara Districts, Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Digesa Sunkurta , Tunsisa Legesse
Published: April 2024

Community-based breeding programs (CBBP) have been viewed as attractive breeding strategies, resulting in significant improvements in the performance of small ruminants and the income of producers in many parts of the world. As part of these interventions, a community-based breeding program was implemented on Abera sheep mostly reared in the region since 2013. An interview was conducted with 188 sheep producers (91 CBBP members) and 97 non-CBBP members) to know the contribution of CBBP in terms of sheep flock performance improvement and income of sheep producers in the Hula and Dara districts of Sidama region. Focused group discussions with 6–8 individuals in each breeder cooperative were separately made to complement the survey results. CBBP households owned significantly (p<0.05) larger sheep heads (7.28 versus 4.99) than non-CBBP members. CBBP households further had more market participation, sold significantly (p<0.05) higher average sheep (2.4 versus 1.3), and consequently earned significantly (p<0.05) higher annual income (ETB 3877) than non-participating (ETB 2007) households. The majority of CBBP households (85%) observed a better twining rate for their sheep flocks since they joined the breeding program. The average age of 8.63 months of a lambing interval, 7.9 months of ram maturity for breeding, and 10.42 months needed for a ram to achieve market age before implementation of the breeding program were significantly (p<0.05) reduced to 7.31 months, 6.2 months, and 7.69 months, respectively, after sheep producers started a selective breeding program. Low market integration (0.28), sheep mortality (0.21), feed shortage (0.20), low institutional support and coordination (0.17), and managerial problems of the committee (0.13) were major problems with the ranking index in parenthesis. Despite the significant contribution of the breeding program to sheep producers, the current study found weak and unsustainable institutional support for proper breeding ..........
Prevalence of Bovine Trypanosomiasis and its risk factors in and around Zenzelima, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia
Authors: Mohammed Sitena Kebede
Published: April 2024

A cross sectional study was conducted from January 2018 to June 2018 with the aim of determining the prevalence of bovine trypanosomiasis and identifying the circulating species of trypanosomes and possible risk factors in and around Zenzelima, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia. Blood samples collected from a total of 74 cattle with different breed, age and sexes were subjected for trypanosomiasis screening using thick and thin smear methods. The overall prevalence of trypanosomiasis was found to be 4.1%. Trypanosoma vivax, was the only species found in the study area. Cattle with poor body condition were highly infected (4.1%) than medium body conditioned animals (0.0%) with (P=0.031) indicating a statistically significant association. High prevalence was observed in Gediro village (2.7%) followed by Sefatira. However; there are no positive cases detected in Sesaberet village. High prevalence of infection was observed in cross breeds (2.7%) than local breeds (1.4%), however; it was statistically insignificant. Prevalence was slightly higher in females (2.7%) than males (1.4%). Likewise, prevalence rate was higher in adult (2.7%) than in young (1.4%) cattle. Although the current prevalence of trypanosomiasis in the study area is low, treatment of sick animals and vector control strategies should be implemented, particularly in Gediro area.
Qualitative Study of Street Children’s Awareness, Perceptions, Needs and Barriers in Accessing Sexual and Reproductive Health in Lusaka District, Zambia
Authors: Chilekwa Chisanga , Makenzih Bright Musebo
Published: April 2024

Background: Sexual and reproductive health services for adolescents are fundamental for the prevention and control of sexual and reproductive health problems. The sexual and reproductive health services play a critical role in enhancement of adolescent’s health generally. However, children living on the streets are ill-placed to draw benefit from such services. The main purpose of this study was to assess streets children’s awareness, perceptions, needs and barriers in accessing sexual and reproductive health in Lusaka district. Methods: A qualitative approach was adopted for this study. Snow ball sampling was used to identify and collect data from a total of 61 children living on the streets in Lusaka Central Business District. Instruments for data collection consisted of interview schedules used to collect data from children living on the streets as well as Key informant interviews with adolescent health focal point persons from health facilities. All data collection instruments were pre-tested. Data analysis was done using categorization. Results: A total of 61 participants were interviewed among them males constituting (70.49 per cent) per cent while females constituted (29.51 per cent). The majority (59.01per cent) reported that they were not aware of what sexual and reproductive health was. A majority (81.96 per cent) of respondents were aware of at least more than one sexual and reproductive health service with condoms being reported by (68.95 per cent) of respondents. The study also found that the majority (83.6 per cent) of respondents reported awareness on where to access sexual and reproductive health services. The study also showed that the majority (60.65 per cent) reported as perceiving sexual and reproductive health as important to them. Additionally, (68.85 per cent) of respondents reported that condoms are the sexual and reproductive health service they needed. The study showed that (77.04 per cent) of respondents were sexually active and out of ...
Artificial Intelligence in Prosthodontics and Dental Implants: Current Status and Futuristic Overview
Authors: G Murali, , Tamrakar Amit Kumar , Faisal Mohammad , Srivastava Anand Kumar
Published: April 2024

With the recent advancement in the field of artificial intelligence [AI] many path breaking innovations have come up in various specialties of medical sciences. There are numerous possibilities and usages of AI in the field of dentistry. AI is being already used in field of prosthodontics and dental implantology. The future of AI in prosthodontics and dental implants is ever developing. AI-powered tools have the potential to revolutionize the way these procedures are performed, and to improve the quality of care that dentists can provide to their patients. Some of the potential benefits of AI in prosthodontics and dental implants include improved accuracy and efficiency of diagnosis and treatment planning.
Exploring Symphysio-Fundal Height and Abdominal Girth in Predicting Fetal Weight: Lessons from Bugando Medical Centre, Mwanza, Tanzania
Authors: Basila Halima , Kiritta Richard , Matovelo Dismas , Rumanyika Richard , Ndaboine Edgar
Published: April 2024

Background: Estimating fetal weight plays a crucial role in decision-making, particularly in high-risk pregnancies when determining the timing and method of delivery. In resource-limited settings where ultrasound availability is limited, Symphysio-Fundal Height and Abdominal Girth (clinical method) have been utilized as a substitute for predicting fetal weight. However, the accuracy of this clinical method has not been assessed locally. This study seeks to evaluate the precision of clinical method in estimating fetal weight and its correlation with the actual birth weight at Bugando Medical Centre. Methods: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted in the Lake Zone area of Tanzania at Bugando Medical Centre. The study conveniently enrolled 400 mothers with singleton pregnancies who were admitted for normal vaginal delivery, elective cesarean section, or induction of labor. Fetal weight was estimated using clinical methods and compared with the birth weight at delivery. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 20, employing descriptive statistics such as frequency, mean, and standard deviation. The relationship between estimated fetal weight, and birth weight were examined using the Chi-square and Pearson's correlation coefficient. A P-value of 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The study participants had an average age of 29.13 years (± 5.346). Our analysis revealed that the mean estimated fetal weight slightly exceeded the actual birth weight, with values of 3495 grams and 3250 grams, respectively. Notably, this difference was statistically significant with a P-value < 0.001, indicating the clinical method's tendency to overestimate fetal weight. Furthermore, the clinical method showed a strong positive correlation with actual birth weight (correlation coefficient = 0.7309, p-value < 0.001), demonstrating its reliability in fetal weight estimation. The positive linear correlation between clinical fetal weight ...........
Some aspects of the relationship between the legal consciousness of employees of the federal penitentiary service of Russia and the rule of law in the activities of the penal enforcement system
Authors: Orlova Aleksandra , Hanahmedova Lyudmila
Published: April 2024

The article examines the issues of formation of professional legal consciousness of employees of the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia, taking into account the specifics of penal enforcement activities. The author draws attention to the existence of a direct relationship between the level of professional consciousness of employees of the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia and the state of legality in the process of implementing penal enforcement activities. Special attention is paid in the article to the issue of determining the range of subjects of legality in the penal enforcement system.
Criminal procedure as technology: essence of the approach
Authors: Smolin Aleksey
Published: April 2024

The article offers a brief rationale for the “true technological approach”. The author explains what relevant content needs to be put into the formula “criminal procedure as technology”. The essence of the author’s view is that the criminal process is not yet a full-fledged technology, but it may well become one with the widespread use of digitalization.
Personal dignity as a constitutional value: concept, practice, technique
Authors: Baranov Vladimir , Romashov Roman
Published: April 2024

The construction of the dignity of the individual is considered in the context of the cyclical politogenesis of the Russian state-legal system. Based on a comparative analysis of the concepts of ‘‘man’’, ‘‘citizen’’, ‘‘personality’’ in the Russian language and the domestic political and legal tradition, a hypothesis of the semantic transformation of these categories in the context of cultural and historical discreteness is put forward. It is noted that the current Constitution of the Russian Federation presents both normative and natural-legal types of legal understanding, which allows us to talk about the dual nature of personal dignity, including both natural (personal self-respect) and positive (respect for the human personality on the part of the state) components.
A comparison is made of the “highest value” of a person declared at the constitutional level, his rights and freedoms, regardless of the individual socio-legal status and the actual situation that presupposes an attitude both to the individual himself and to his personal dignity, taking into account the place occupied in the social structure of society and appropriately assessed by the state (state rights).
Proposals and recommendations are formulated concerning the consolidation of the system of constitutional guarantees for the realization and protection of the right of personal dignity, as well as the legal technique of its limitation.
Respect in law: the evolution of normative consolidation and doctrinal understanding
Authors: Gogitidze Dar'ya
Published: April 2024

The author of the article attempts to determine the essence of the phenomenon of “respect” in relation to the state-legal patterns of its evolution in normative legal acts, law enforcement practice and research by scientists. The article analyzes individual historical monuments of law, the legislation of the Soviet period of the development of the national state and law, as well as the modern political and legal doctrine of understanding respect as an element of legal reality. Based on this, it is concluded that respect is positioned mainly in two projections: as a moral and ethical regulator of public relations, as well as a normative requirement, but having a spiritual nature. A certain kind of evolution of respect in law is proved: from a moral and ethical value to a legal principle. It is postulated that today respect in law must be considered through its dual nature with projection as a principle of Russian law based on moral and ethical values, i. e. within the framework of sensory and activity normative components. The author’s interpretation of the concept of “respect in law” is proposed, the conclusion is made about the need for a full-fledged, general theoretical study of respect, the formation of its doctrinal concept.
The identity of a criminal who commits a crime against the life and health of an official conducting a preliminary investigation
Authors: Kashezheva Bella
Published: April 2024

The text of the above study examines the main personality traits of a criminal who commits crimes under Articles 295, 296 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation in relation to the life and health of a person conducting a preliminary investigation. The text provides a criminological and criminalistic characterization of the personality of such a criminal, compiled on the basis of an analysis of scientific literature, statistical data and forensic investigative practice.
Features of the formation of professional skills in the use of firearms by police officers in extreme conditions
Authors: Koblenkov Andrey
Published: April 2024

The article analyzes the issue of the formation of competent actions of law enforcement officers in the suppression of offenses in extreme conditions. The ability to use firearms in a dynamic, rapidly developing situation is certainly an urgent and relevant competence that meets modern challenges. The formation of professional skills to overcome stress factors that arise during the suppression of offenses is due to the need for strict compliance with the applicable norms of administrative and criminal legislation. The performance of law enforcement functions involves overcoming the resistance provided to police officers, in this regard, as an exceptional measure, law enforcement officers are allowed the lawful use of firearms. The situation of the use of firearms is unique in its development, since the actions of offenders are never repeated, aggression and resistance always manifest themselves in different ways. In this regard, law enforcement officers need to train and maintain a level of personal competence that allows them to professionally prevent offenses. The training and professionalism of police officers should be maintained in practical units in fire training classes. In this regard, the motivation and interest of employees involved in conducting classes in developing the necessary skills is extremely important. Various methods of conducting classes should be formed at the level of basic preparedness of law enforcement officers and based on the performance of exercises in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia no. 880 of November 23, 2017 ”On approval of the Manual on the organization of fire training in the internal affairs bodies of the Russian Federation“.
Actual problems of legal regulation criminal procedure terms
Authors: Cherkasova Anastasiya
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to problematic issues of legal regulation of terms based on the analysis of the normative provisions of modern and Soviet criminal procedure legislation. The author has identified and resolved an intra-industry legal conflict in the criminal procedure law between Article 128 of the Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation, according to which the terms established in the criminal procedure law are calculated in hours, days, months, and a number of articles of the Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation, indicating calculation in other units of measurement (minutes, days, years). The law enforcement practice of calculating criminal procedural deadlines was analyzed and ambiguous decisions made by employees of internal affairs bodies were discovered. The main violations of the rights and freedoms of participants in criminal proceedings related to incorrect calculation of deadlines in criminal proceedings are revealed. Such violations lead to delays in criminal proceedings, non-compliance with the principle of legality and the principle of a reasonable period of criminal proceedings. As a result, proposals and recommendations were made to improve the law, consisting in supplementing and amending article 128 Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation.
Instrumental nature of legal personality: systematic approach to the problem
Authors: Shigabutdinova Alina
Published: April 2024

The article attempts to apply the principles of a systematic approach to the study of legal personality. Considering legal personality as part of a higher-order system — the mechanism of legal regulation, the author substantiates its instrumental nature. It is proved that legal personality, being an auxiliary legal means, precedes any legal activity of the subject, creates a fundamental opportunity to participate in legal life. In this capacity, legal personality mediates both the statics and the dynamics of legal life. The article shows that the instrumental properties of legal personality are integrative, systemic in nature, arising as a result of system-forming functional connections between legal competence and the ability to act. The author argues that legal competence and the ability to act, taken separately, outside of the whole that unites them — legal personality — do not have an independent instrumental meaning. The present article reveals the structure of legal personality, formed by formed by the links of functional subordination between legal competence as the leading elements of legal personality and the ability to act elements ensuring the realization of legal competence.