bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION OF GOOGLE PAY UPI PAYMENT APPS
Authors:   Master Of Business Administration  Galgotias University, Shukla Naman
Published: April 2024

Digitization and Go cashless scheme has been extensively pushed by the Indian government to regularize and smoothen the cash transaction after demonetization. The demonetization consequences give extraordinary growth in digital payment such as E-banking, Mobile banking, Card transaction etc. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is one of the fastest growing digital payment system through which a user can both send and receive money through a Virtual Payment Address (VPA). Uniqueness of UPI over other digital payment methods like 24*7 and 365 days availability, Easy and convenient to use and secure gateway attracts the customers of service sector. This research was mainly focused to study the customer perception (service sector) towards the awareness and adoption of UPI systems in Indore region. For this research primary data was collected through structured Questionnaire contains 5 point likert scale from service sector and secondary Data collected from Government Reports, Website etc. This research concludes with aspects of awareness and adoption of UPI through comparison between gender, age and occupational data of customers. The results of this study add to our knowledge about acceptation of UPI and its usefulness in cashless and immediate transactions that influence young male customers who belongs to service sectors. The research concluded that customer of service sector is more swing towards the adoption of UPI and there is significant difference found male and female customers towards the adoption and use of UPI.
DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF GO-KART STEERING SYSTEM
Authors:   Assistant professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, GNIT, Hyderabad, Telangana, S Madhu
Published: April 2024

This study includes theory, design, and analysis of go-kart steering systems. Usually, owners who want to improve the handling of their go-kart or vehicle will need to buy the latest wheels, tires, and other equipment, only to eventually realize that these things make it worse to drive. The first step to a kart with good handling and maximum energy efficiency is to focus on what is essential. The most common steering arrangement is to rotate the front wheels using a manual steering wheel placed in front of the driver via a steering column. The steering column may contain universal joints (sometimes part of a collapsible steering column design), which can cause slight deviations from a straight line, the Ackerman angle is 12.43°, and the turning radius is 1.7m, resulting in a high steering effect. Key Words: Go-Kart, Steering, Tripod, Solid works (2022), Ansys student version.
SENTINEL GUARD: A FATIGUE DETECTION SYSTEM WITH MULTI-CHANNEL ALERT INTEGRATION
Authors:   HOD-CSE & INFO INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING, COIMBATORE, P.D.R Dr..Vijayakumar
Published: April 2024

The fatigue detection system is a critical application aimed at enhancing safety in various domains by addressing the risks associated with drowsiness related incidents. Leveraging advanced technologies such as machine learning, computer vision, and real-time communication, the system offers a comprehensive solution for monitoring and alerting users to signs of fatigue in real-time. Through the integration of pre-trained models, such as the shape_predictor_68_face_landmarks.dat, the system accurately detects facial landmarks and tracks eye movements, enabling the identification of drowsiness indicators. Upon detection, the system generates alerts via email and WhatsApp, accompanied by audible alarm buzzers to prompt immediate user intervention. The inclusion of live location information in alerts provides additional context, facilitating timely assistance and support. Furthermore, the system's architecture allows for future enhancements, including the integration of multi-sensor data fusion techniques and collaboration with industry stakeholders to promote standardized protocols and widespread adoption. Overall, the fatigue detection system represents a significant step towards mitigating the risks of drowsinessrelated accidents and improving safety across various applications Key Words: Fatigue detection, Machine learning, CNN, Real time alerts, Facial Expression analysis, Open CV
SENTIMENTAL ANALYSIS ON TOURISM REVIEWS
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Computer Science and Engineering, Raghu Engineering College, Visakhapatnam, Narasimham Ayalasomayajula Appala
Published: April 2024

Sentiment analysis plays a pivotal role in understanding the sentiments and opinions expressed in textual data, offering valuable insights into various domains, including tourism. In this study, we present a comprehensive review of sentiment analysis techniques applied to tourism reviews using machine learning algorithms. The abundance of user-generated content on tourism platforms has made sentiment analysis an indispensable tool for businesses and researchers alike. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, researchers can extract sentiments from vast amounts of textual data efficiently and accurately. This review outlines the key methodologies and approaches utilized in sentiment analysis of tourism reviews. It discusses preprocessing techniques such as text tokenization, stop-word removal, and stemming, which are crucial for preparing textual data for analysis. Furthermore, it examines various machine learning algorithms employed for sentiment classification, including Naive Bayes, Support Vector Machines, and Recurrent Neural Networks. Additionally, the review delves into feature extraction methods such as bag-of-words, TF-IDF, and word embeddings, highlighting their impact on sentiment analysis accuracy. Moreover, it explores the challenges and limitations associated with sentiment analysis in the tourism domain, such as sarcasm detection and language nuances.
Futbol Süper Lig Takım Taraftarlarında Fanatizm Düzeyi İle Narsisizim ve Temel Psikolojik İhtiyaç Doyumu Arasındaki İlişkiler
Authors: Koç Fatma , Güleç Sezen , Cenger Ayşe Hümeyra
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, futbol süper lig takım taraftarlarında fanatizm düzeyi ile narsisizm ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaç doyumu arasındaki ilişkileri incelemektir. Araştırma ilişkisel tarama modeli kapsamında yürütülmüştür. Araştırmanın katılımcıları, futbol süper lig takımlarından birinin taraftarı olan 225’i kadın ve 136’sı erkek olmak üzere 361 kişiden oluşmaktadır. Araştırma verileri Futbol Taraftarı Fanatiklik Ölçeği, Narsistik Hayranlık ve Rekabet Ölçeği, Yeni Psikolojik İhtiyaç Değerlendirme Ölçeği kullanılarak elde edilmiştir. Araştırma bulgularına göre fanatizm düzeyi cinsiyet bakımından erkekler lehine anlamlı bir farklılık göstermekte, narsisizm ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaç doyumu ise cinsiyete göre anlamlı bir fark göstermemektedir. Fanatizm ile narsisizm ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaç doyumu arasında negatif yönlü anlamlı bir ilişki bulunmaktadır. Narsisizm ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaç doyumu arasında pozitif yönlü anlamlı bir ilişki saptanmıştır. Narsisizm, fanatizm düzeyinin anlamlı bir yordayıcısı iken temel psikolojik ihtiyaçlar fanatizm düzeyini yordamamaktadır. Narsisizm ve temel psikolojik ihtiyaç doyumu birlikte, fanatizm düzeyini %11 oranında açıklamaktadır. Araştırma sonunda, bulgular doğrultusunda fanatizmin açıklanmasına ilişkin yorumlar yapılmış ve önleyici çalışmalarla ilgili önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
FİNANSMAN ARACI OLARAK SUKUK: TFRS-9 KAPSAMINDA MUHASEBELEŞTİRME AÇISINDAN BİR İNCELEME
Authors: Kılınç Yavuz
Published: April 2024

Sukuk varlığa dayalı olarak ihraç edilen ve çeşitli türleri olan, genellikle elinde bulundurduğu fonu yatırıma dönüştürmeyi isteyen fakat faizden kaçınmak isteyen yatırımcılar ve kuruluşlar tarafından tercih edilen bir İslami finans enstrümanıdır. Sukuk ihracında yatırımcı sadece nakit akışı değil aynı zamanda ihraç edilen varlık üzerinde mülkiyet hakkına sahip olur. Sukukun ihraççısı, ihraç yolu ile temin etmesi gereken fonu elde ederken, sukuk yatırımcısı ise sukuk varlığı üzerinden dönemsel getiriler ve vade sonunda varlığın satışından bir kazanç elde etmektedir. Küresel ölçekte 2001-2022 yılları arasında yaklaşık olarak 1.79 trilyon dolar düzeyinde sukuk ihracı gerçekleştirilmiştir. Sukukun son zamanlarda oldukça rağbet gören bir finansman aracı olması, sukuk yatırım sertifikalarının nasıl muhasebeleştirilmesi gerektiği sorusunu da beraberinde getirmektedir. Bu çalışmada gerek Muhasebe Sistemi Uygulama Genel Tebliğinde gerekse TMS/TFRS’lerde doğrudan hüküm bulunmayan sukuk yatırımlarının nasıl muhasebeleştirileceği sorusu TFRS 9- Finansal Araçlar standardı hükümleri bağlamında ele alınmıştır. Yapılan incelemede sukuk yatırım sertifikalarının, TFRS hükümlerine uygun finansal rapor hazırlamak durumunda olan işletmeler bağlamında bazı İslami ilkelere uygun hareket edilmesi koşulu ile TFRS-9’a göre muhasebeleştirilebileceği sonucuna varılmıştır.
PT VKP's competitive strategy architecture in the healthcare digitalization industry
Authors: Hutama Dwinanda , Indrawan Raden Dikky , Hannan Sufrin
Published: April 2024

Indonesia's digital transformation has led to the emergence of startups like PT VKP, which focuses on the healthcare service segment. The company aims to optimize business opportunities in this segment, but the lack of mass vaccinations after Covid-19 has impacted the number of active consumers. To remain competitive, PT VKP must develop a strategic architecture strategy. The study analyzed the company's internal and external factors, conducted a competitive advantage analysis, and formulated a competing strategy architecture. Externally, the digital health industry presents an opportunity, while competitors' product diversification poses a threat. Internally, the company's ability to build relationships with partners is its strength, while its weakness is limited product features. Six alternative competitive strategies were identified, with the main focus being on making sales in the health service category. PT VKP will implement these strategies in four phases over a year.
Applying ICF Framework to Explore the Factors That Influence Quality of Life in Patients After Lung Surgery
Authors: Li Xinping , Chen Yi , Liu Shuangchun , Zhang Mingsheng
Published: April 2024

Objective: To explore the relationship between pulmonary function, physical activity, and health-related quality of life (QoL) in resected lung cancer patients based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) framework developed by the World Health Organization to describe health and health-related states.Methods: A quantitative study was designed with postoperative lung cancer survivors to assess personal characteristics. We also assessed functional impairment related to the lung using forced vital capacity (FVC) and forced expiratory volume at 1 second (FEV1), activity limitations using maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max), anaerobic threshold (AT) and 6-minute walking distance (6MWD), and participation restriction using the 36-item Short Form Health Survey V1 (SF-36). Data analyses were conducted using the multivariate method and Smart- PLS to examine path coefficient among the measures.Results: Forty-one patients were enrolled in this study. FVC and FEV1 were poorly correlated with QoL, and 6MWD, AT, or VO2max were positively associated with QoL. AT or VO2max showed a significant (p<0.01) direct path with SF-36 in the ICF model. Although age and body mass index were not strongly correlated with QoL, these personal factors had a medium to large effect on perceived QoL.Conclusion: Disability is a complex in patients with lung resection, and physical activity plays an important role in enabling participation. Improving VO2max and AT is needed to improve the QoL of resected lung cancer patients. We should also pay more attention to contextual factors that have a significant impact on social participation.
Modelagem matemática nos anos iniciais a partir do tema embalagens
Authors: Machado Emanuely Castro , Souza Ednilson Sergio Ramalho de
Published: April 2024

A modelagem matemática, como uma estratégia de ensino, tem sido alvo de muitas discussões quando se trata de (re)invenção de um ensino ancorado em práticas tradicionais que são norteadas essencialmente pela memorização e pela repetição. Nesse cenário, a modelagem surge como uma ferramenta de dinamização, reflexão e pesquisa em favor da formação de um aluno protagonista. Esta pesquisa objetiva compreender as potencialidades da aplicação da modelagem no ensino da matemática e abarca uma proposta adaptada de atividade com modelagem para a realidade de uma turma de 3 ano do Ensino Fundamental, direcionada ao contexto da geometria. Trata-se de uma pesquisa participante, fundamentada pela autora Maria Salett Biembengut, focalizando no tema “Embalagens” como um objeto de análise do conteúdo sobre figuras geométricas planas e espaciais. Busca-se com essa pesquisa disseminar novas estratégias de ensino frente aos desafios enfrentados no ensino da matemática e da formação de um aluno ativo que percebe, analisa e transforma a realidade em que vive.
Ações dos enfermeiros na assistência ao pré-natal de alto risco: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: André Silviane Flávia de Souza , Teixeira Enéas Rangel
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: descrever as ações realizadas pelos enfermeiros na assistência às gestantes de alto risco durante o pré-natal na Atenção Secundária ou Especializada à Saúde (ASS). Método: revisão Integrativa, realizada nas bases de dados Cochrane Library, Embase, Google Acadêmico, Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (Medline) via Pubmed, Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (Lilacs), Scientific Eletronic Library Online (SciELO) e Scopus. A questão de pesquisa foi elaborada por meio do acrônimo PICo e os resultados foram analisados de forma descritiva. Resultados: dos 17 estudos selecionados, foram identificadas 11 categorias que descrevem as ações dos enfermeiros no acompanhamento pré-natal de alto risco na atenção especializada/secundária. Considerações finais: o enfermeiro desempenha um papel crucial no pré-natal de alto risco na atenção especializada, abrangendo desde a gestão até a execução de práticas de cuidado. Novas abordagens, como atendimento domiciliar e telemonitoramento, representam uma evolução na assistência, especialmente em contextos tradicionalmente centrados no médico.
A Epidemiologia da Infecção por H. pylori a partir de estudos endoscópicos de pacientes em uma clínica de referência do Alto Vale do Itajaí: um estudo transversal
Authors: Fey Augusto , Fey Gabriela Bernardino , Rocha Franciani Rodrigues da
Published: April 2024

O Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) é uma bactéria Gram-negativa transmitida via fecal-oral que possui adesinas que colonizam a mucosa gástrica, ligando-se às células epiteliais e acometendo cerca de 50% da população mundial. Embora no Brasil essa seja uma infecção muito comum, evidencia-se a ausência de um perfil epidemiológico traçado nessa população.  Objetivo: Determinar o perfil epidemiológico de pacientes que realizaram endoscopia digestiva alta em uma clínica privada no Alto Vale do Itajaí a partir de um estudo transversal prospectivo. Métodos: No presente estudo foi realizada uma pesquisa prospectiva para coleta de dados epidemiológicos e incidência de infecção pela H. pylori a partir de exames endoscópicos realizados em uma clínica de referência na microrregião do Alto Vale do Itajaí, Santa Catarina, Brasil. Esta pesquisa caracterizou-se por ser um estudo observacional analítico, com delineamento epidemiológico transversal do tipo inquérito, para verificação das condições socioeconômicas, sintomas e histórico de doenças do trato gastrointestinal dos pacientes. Resultados: Foram avaliados 850 participantes, com média de idade de 52,1 anos. A partir da realização do Teste de Urease, verificou-se 208 pacientes (24,5%) da amostra com resultado positivo para presença de H. pylori.  Conclusão: Condições socioeconômicas, de moradia e de saneamento básico são consideradas variáveis epidemiológicas que influenciam na infecção por H. pylori.
Blockchain está redefinindo a Resiliência nas Cadeias de Suprimentos pós-crise? Uma pesquisa da literatura
Authors: Bernardes Junior Roberto , Telles Renato , Vivaldini Mauro , Zago Giovani Leandro , Tavares Paulo Henrique Gilberti , Eloi Julio Cezar Rodrigues
Published: April 2024

O cenário pós-pandemia, com descontinuidades de muitas cadeias de suprimentos, aumentou significativamente a busca por resiliência em cadeias de suprimentos em todo o mundo, dando mais prioridade na garantia da continuidade e da eficiência das cadeias de suprimentos, assim neste sentido as tecnologias disruptivas ganha espaço na literatura, uma delas o blockchain, revelando-se ter um grande potencial na promoção de segurança e colaboração ao longo da cadeia de suprimentos. Assim o objetivo desta pesquisa é em “identificar os potenciais lacunas teóricas que possam ser exploradas no contexto da relação entre a tecnologia blockchain e a resiliência em cadeias de suprimentos em um contexto pós-pandêmico”, para tanto a abordagem metodológica foi a análises da literatura disponível na base de dados Scopus, desenvolvidas por meio das técnicas de co-ocorrência e bibliographic coupling, como ferramentas recomendadas na identificação de tendências emergentes. Neste sentido o delineamento do nível de maturidade e principais direções de pesquisa na interseção entre a tecnologia blockchain e a resiliência em cadeias de suprimentos, particularmente no cenário pós-COVID-19, assim o estudo sugerem orientações para gestores e profissionais de cadeias de suprimentos na consideração da adoção da tecnologia blockchain como meio de ganho de resiliência, eficiência e transparência.
Assessments at week 2 and 3 in Term Newborns Diagnoses with Prolonged Jaundice
Authors: Özçelik Eser Sinem , Sarici Dilek
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Jaundice is one of the most common problems at neonatal period and seen in 60-70% of all newborns at first days of life. Prolonged jaundice is defined as hyperbilirubinemia persisting at the end of week 2 in term newborns.
In this study, we reviewed term newborns diagnosed with prolonged jaundice. It was aimed to demonstrate delaying laboratory evaluations for a week in infants with favorable clinical presentation can prevent unnecessary tests in majority of newborns.
Materials and methods: The study included full-term newborns who presented after day 14 of life and diagnosed with prolonged jaundice at neonatology outpatient clinic of Health Sciences University, Keçiören Teaching and Research Hospital in 2016. Overall, 336 infants with prolonged jaundice were screened. The infants with congenital anomaly, those with findings of sepsis or severe infection, those with history of intrauterine infection, those with history of acholic stool and those with no available data were excluded. In 180 patients included, clinical evaluations, bilirubin levels and advanced test results were assessed at baseline and weekly follow-up.
Findings: Of the infants included, 51.7% were boys while 48.3% were girls. The most common blood type was A Rh (+). There was ABO incompatibility alone in 24 infants (14.2%), Rh incompatibility alone in 6 infants (3.5%) and ABO plus Rh incompatibility in 3 infants (1.2%). In 130 infants, total bilirubin was studied on both week 2 and 3. At week 3, total bilirubin value was ≥10 mg/dl in only 36 infants (27.7%) while it was decreased below 10 mg/dL in 94 infants (72.3%). Urinary tract infection (UTI) was detected in 7 of 38 infants with available tests at week 2. Two of 6 infants with UTI had other clinical signs of UTI. Mean total bilirubin value was 17.9 mg/dL in 5 infants. A significant correlation was found between UTI and vomiting, breastfeeding and feeding pattern (p
An Innovative Lift Control Board Design and Prototype Production Using CANbus Communication System and STM32 Microcontroller
Authors: Sözer İpek , Başkurt Recep Can , Ovalı İsmail , Tan Engin
Published: April 2024

In this study, Önder Group Inc. Design Center, with an innovative approach, designed controllers for the first time, and prototypes were produced for a wide range of goods lifts according to different needs. With the innovative board design, goods lift users can choose parameters such as the number of floors, door types, and lock types from a user-friendly menu to suit their needs. Within the scope of the study, all functions that may be needed were identified, and the hardware structure of the system was determined. By simply changing the defined parameters, the desired goods lift controller can be made ready in a very short time. Time savings were achieved by simply expanding the hardware structure with the design of the CANbus communication system according to the number of floors and stops of the elevators. Thus, a wide range of lifts can be used by simply increasing the number of floor announcer boards and selecting the menu. Additionally, thanks to the designed Wi-Fi plug-in software, operators will be able to monitor the malfunction and operating status of the lift. With this plug-in, technical service teams can intervene immediately in case of malfunction.
Preliminary Study Based on Myocardial Infarction Classification of 12-Lead Electrocardiography Images with Deep Learning Methods
Authors: Latifoğlu Fatma , Aigul Zhusupova  , İnce Merve , Ertürk Nermin Aybike , Özdet Berat , İçer Semra , Güven Ayşegül , Avşaroğulları Ömer Levent , Keleşoğlu Şaban , Kalay Nihat
Published: April 2024

In contemporary medicine, the development of computer-aided diagnostic systems using Electrocardiography (ECG) signals has gained significance for the diagnosis of heart diseases. Myocardial infarction (MI) is recognized as the condition where blood flow to the heart muscle is obstructed due to blockages in coronary vessels. In this study, four deep learning approaches were employed to automatically identify different MI conditions (STEMI, NSTEMI, USAP) using images generated from 12-lead ECG signals. The utilized architectures include deep neural networks such as Visual Geometry Group-16 (VGG-16), AlexNet, Residual Neural Network (ResNet), SqueezeNet and an ensemble model composed of these networks. With the proposed method, classification was performed based on 10-second grayscale images of 12-lead ECG signals for HC-STEMI, HC-NSTEMI, HC-USAP, and NSTEMI-STEMI conditions. According to the obtained results, the HC-STEMI group achieved the highest performance with a cross-validated 0.8237 F1 score using the AlexNet architecture.
Among the novel contributions of this study is the image-based ECG classification method that can be more easily adapted to clinical applications and the analysis of the potential use of detecting different MI conditions in clinical practices. In conclusion, this study sheds light on future research by demonstrating the significant potential of using multi-channel ECG signals in image format for MI diagnosis, paving the way for advancements in this field.
School Bullying and Mental Health in Adolescence:
Authors: Wang Xu
Published: April 2024

This article is a comprehensive narrative review on school bullying, which has been taken as a significant public health issue in relation to our children or ourselves. It increases the risk of lifelong consequences including mental disorders and social problems. Though there are existing reviews summarizing some critical parts of this topic, it is scarce of systematic examination to the fundamentals of bullying and comparisons across different bullying roles of victims, perpetrators, and in particular, positive and negative bystanders. By examining prevalence rates, types, influencing factors, consequences, correlates, preventions and mediators, this article aims to consolidate in-depth understanding of school bullying dynamics and their mental health implications. Additionally, the synthesis of both Western and Chinese studies offers a cross-cultural perspective. Finally, this review also provides suggestions on future research direction, emphasizing the need for attention to negative bystanders and targeted and culturally sensitive prevention strategies.
Main Contribution to Evidence-Based Practice
The main contribution of this study is the provision of evidence-based insights and knowledge that equip stakeholders in the healthcare sector with a holistic view of the bullying phenomena, especially affecting adolescents in the school environment. It allows for informed decision-making, the formulation of effective policies, and the advancement of prevention of bullying and mental health challenges to benefit adolescents at schools across the World.
Utilizing Technological Innovations and Service Design to Foster Emotional Well-Being Among Individuals with Cognitive Disorders
Authors: Fan Shumin
Published: April 2024

This paper aims to explore the impact and challenges of technological innovation and service design on emotional health services for individuals with cognitive impairments. It begins by analyzing the relationship between cognitive impairments and emotional health, followed by a discussion on the application of technological innovation in emotional health services for individuals with cognitive impairments. Subsequently, it examines the influence of service design on emotional health for these individuals and the integration of technological innovation and service design. Finally, it discusses the future development direction and challenges of using technological innovation and service design to promote emotional health for individuals with cognitive impairments.
An Analysis of Corporate Social Responsibility Practices and Their Impact on Local Communities in the Case of Samsung Electronics in India
Authors: Kumar Arjun Rajesh , Mehta Isha
Published: April 2024

This paper delves into Samsung Electronics’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in India and assesses their impact on local communities. It examines a range of programs aimed at social and economic development, from educational enhancements to healthcare access and environmental sustainability. The study seeks to provide a nuanced understanding of how these initiatives are planned, executed, and received by the communities they intend to serve. The analysis includes an exploration of Samsung’s Smart Class Program, which has transformed educational experiences by integrating digital technologies into classrooms in underserved areas. This initiative’s effect on student engagement and learning outcomes is evaluated to gauge its contribution to educational advancement. The paper also investigates Samsung’s healthcare projects, such as the deployment of mobile healthcare units and telemedicine centers, which have been instrumental in bringing medical services to remote and marginalized communities. Additionally, the research addresses the challenges Samsung faces in implementing its CSR initiatives, including issues of scalability and sustainability. It discusses the strategies the company has employed to overcome these hurdles and the lessons learned from these experiences. The paper emphasizes the importance of collaboration between corporations, government entities, and NGOs in enhancing the effectiveness of CSR activities. The paper provides a comprehensive overview of Samsung Electronics’ CSR practices in India and their significant contributions to community welfare and sustainable development. It highlights the potential of corporate social responsibility as a powerful tool for driving positive social change and underscores the need for ongoing commitment and innovation in CSR strategies to meet the evolving needs of local communities.
An Overview of Red Blood Cell Properties and Functions
Authors: Singh Ajit Pal , Maurya Neelesh Kumar , Saxena Rahul , Saxena Suyash
Published: April 2024

Haematopoiesis, the process of forming blood cells, changes dynamically throughout life. It starts in the yolk sac and moves to the liver around the sixth week, where it produces small erythrocytes. After three months of foetal development, haemoglobin converts into foetal myoglobin, and the spleen becomes a new site for haematopoiesis. Blood-forming cells begin to colonise the medullary chambers of all bones in the fourth month, and this process continues until the child is four years old. Except for the axial skeleton, peripheral bone cavities become hematopoietically dormant when they fill with adipose tissue during adulthood. In some pathological situations, the liver and spleen may re-establish hematopoietic sites. The article discusses RBCs' unique structure, including their biconcave form, lack of a nucleus, and excess haemoglobin, which gives them their distinctive red colour. The article provides a detailed explanation of RBCs' role in oxygen transport, emphasising the importance of haemoglobin in binding and releasing oxygen. The article also discusses the role of RBCs in overall health, such as preventing anaemia and other blood disorders. The article also discusses several medical diseases that can impact red blood cells, such as sickle cell anaemia and thalassemia. Overall, this article gives a thorough summary of RBC structure, function, and importance.
Towards substantial self-reliance in vegetable oil - Policy prescription
Authors: G CHANDRASHEKHAR
Published: April 2024

In India, oilseeds have been in chronic short supply for well over two decades amid a demand surge for edible oil driven by rising incomes, demographic pressure, and low per capita availability. Land constraints, water stress, and climate change are sure to hurt Indian agriculture in general and oilseeds cultivation in particular, as these crops are grown predominantlyasrainfed crops. That makes comprehensive policyaction inevitable. In thisreview, recommendations and strategies to boost domestic oilseed production are discussed.
Bioefficacy of some new insecticides against mustard aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt.)
Authors: AKSHAY KUMAR SINGH PRATIHAR  , M M SUNDRIA  , SHALINI PANDEY  , RAHUL BHARDWAJ
Published: April 2024

A field experiment was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of different insecticides against mustard aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt.) at Research Farm, Agricultural Research Station, Mandor, Jodhpur during rabi, 2021-22. The experiment consists often treatments including untreated control and laid out in randomized block design with three replications. Treatments used in the experiment were dimethoate 30 EC @ 875 ml/ha, thiamethoxam 25 WG @ 100 g/ha, acetamiprid 20 SP @ 50 g/ha, buprofezin 25 SC @ 1000 ml/ha, chlorpyriphos 20 EC @ 500 ml/ha, cyantraniliprole 10.26 OD @ 600 ml/ha, diafenthiuron 50 WP @ 600 g/ha, imidacloprid 17.8 SL @ 100 ml/ha and quinalphos 25 EC @ 1000 ml/ha. Among these treatments imidacloprid 17.8 SL @ 100 ml/ha was found most effective followed by thiamethoxam 25 WG and dimethoate 30 EC while diafenthiuron 50 WP @600 g/ha and chlorpyriphos 20 EC @ 500 ml/ha were reported as least effective treatments. The maximum yield (3861 kg/ha) was recorded in the plot treated with imidacloprid 17.8 SL @ 100 ml/ha followed by thiamethoxam 25 WG (3444 kg/ha) and dimethoate 30 EC (3194 kg/ha). Further, maximum net profit (`2,00,290/ha.) and highest B: C ratio were obtained from imidacloprid 17.8 SL@ 100 ml/ha treated plots while minimumwas obtained in chlorpyriphos 20 EC (2.71:1) treated plots.
Policy interventions, market, and trade considerations with special reference to rapeseed and mustard
Authors: ANUPAM BARIK
Published: April 2024

Rapeseed and mustard oil is one of the most consumed edible oils in India due to pungency and colour. India needs nearly 15-20 million tonnes of rapeseed and mustard seed to meet its growing demand as against current production of 9-10 million tonnes of seeds. As per WHO standards, mustard oil with low saturated fatty acid content and high mono unsaturated fatty acid content is a healthy oil and therefore needs special importance in domestic edible oil basket. Currently (2022-23), Government of India (GOI) is implementing National Food Security Mission (NFSM) - (Oilseeds & Oil palm) for increasing oilseeds production and area expansion under oil palm. The NFSM (OS&OP) will be dropped and two new Scheme National Mission on Edible oils (NMEO)-Oilseeds and NMEO-Oil Palm will be implemented with the aim to enhance the edible oilseeds production and oils availabilityin the countrybyharnessing oilseeds and palmoil productivityand to reduce import burden on edible oils. Besides, NMEO-OS the private participation in technology demonstration, input supply, procurement of produce, value addition, infrastructure development and honey production are very much essential to increase edible oils production.
Potential causal factors of “heart-shaped cladode” malformations in cactus pear (Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Miller)
Authors: Mendoza-Orozco Maria Eddy , Méndez-Gallegos Santiago de Jesús , Morales-Flores Francisco Javier , Mena-Covarrubias Jaime , Hernández-Ríos Ismael
Published: April 2024

The prevalence and severity of pests and diseases are factors that limit productivity and quality in commercial cactus pear plantations in Mexico. Recently, in several cactus pear producing regions the appearance of diverse symptoms associated with “heart-shaped cladodes” has been registered. This disease is characterized by the loss of apical dominance of vegetative shoots leading to abnormal cladode growth. Besides the aesthetic damage, vegetative and floral buds disappear in the zone of invagination, thus reducing productivity. Because to date the causal agent is unknown, this study was conducted to analyze three possible agents, damage by insects, physical damage and phytoplasmas that could possibly cause the symptomatology of “heart-shaped cladode”, aiming to constitute a base line for future studies. The study was conducted under semi-controlled conditions and in the field, using Opuntia ficus-indica cv. Villanueva plants and cladodes. To rule out causal agents that occur naturally in cactus pear productive systems, the following characteristics were analyzed: detected presence of Diabrotica undecimpunctata, simulation of physical damage by puncturing 4- and 13-day-old shoots with a needle, and detection of phytoplasmas with PCR and RFLP. The results of the study showed that, although it feeds on shoots, D. undecimpunctata does not cause the symptoms. The puncture with a needle on the apical part promoted the presence of symptoms. The PCR and RFLP analyses detected the presence of phytoplasmas on both symptomatic and asymptomatic shoots. For this reason, it was not possible to conclude that phytoplasmas are the causal agents of heart-shaped cladode.
The role of organizational justice in achieving organizational excellence: Analytical study in a number of colleges of the university of Baghdad
Authors: علي ميسون
Published: April 2024

The research aims to clarify the theoretical concepts of both organizational justice and organizational excellence. Also, to identify the importance of organizational justice in achieving organizational excellence and identify the task of organizational justice in achieving organizational excellence. The research has been applied at Baghdad University. (50) Questionnaire forms were distributed for the purposes of the researcher have adopted a descriptive analytical approach. The study concluded several points. The most important of which is that the administration of Baghdad University depends heavily on distributive justice and procedural and interactive justice in achieving organizational excellence in the university. It was found through research and study that there is a statistically significant correlation between distributive justice and procedural and interactive justice in institutional excellence. The most significant of which is the management of University of Baghdad depends heavily on distributive justice and proceeds and interactive justice in achieving organizational excellence in the university.
POTENTIAL OF BOTANICALS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF FOREST INSECT PESTS OF INDIA, AN OVERVIEW
Authors: Sundararaj R
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT This paper reviews the botanicals evaluated against forest insect pests of India and presents the impact of neem and other plant products against major forest insect pests. Various neem products were found effective in field condition against many forest insect pests like the rohida defoliator, Patialus tecomella, the babul defoliator, Taragama siva, the desert locust Schistocerca gregaria, the babul whitefly Acauldaleyrodes rachipora, the spiralling whitefly, Aleurodicus dispersus and the teak defoliators Hyblaea puera and Paliga machaeralis etc. Neem oil and neem oil based formulations were used to contain the populations build up of A. dispersus on roadside plantations of Bauhinia. variegata and Michelia champaca. Neem cake, pongam cake and VAM were commonly applied in combination for the management of sucking pests on seedlings. Other than neem about 58 plant species were reported to have pest management properties on forest insect pests. In these plants, mostly crude extracts were reported to have different type of pest management properties in laboratory condition against defoliating pests. Not much work has been carried out on other group of insects like sap suckers, wood borers, gall inducers etc. Extractives of different parts of Capparis decidua were found to possess aphidicidal principles against three species of aphids viz., Aphis gossypii, Lipaphis erysimi and Mysus persicae. Plant products other than neem were not practically used much for pest control. It is recommended to have national, regional and international coordinated effort to exploit botanicals that are more potent as an integral component of pest management in different cropping systems including forestry.
BACILLUS THURINGIENSIS: MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION, ULTRASTRUCTURAL AND NEMATOXICITY TO MELOIDOGYNE SP..
Authors:   University of Vale do Rio dos Sinos, PPG in Biology, Laboratory of Microbiology and Toxicology, Av. Unisinos, 950, São Leopoldo, RS, Brazil, Zip code: 93 022 000, Berlitz Diouneia Lisiane , Saul Danilo de Athayde ,   University of Vale do Rio dos Sinos, PPG in Biology, Laboratory of Microbiology and Toxicology, Av. Unisinos, 950, São Leopoldo, RS, Brazil, Zip code: 93 022 000, Machado Vilmar ,   University of Vale do Rio dos Sinos, PPG in Biology, Laboratory of Microbiology and Toxicology, Av. Unisinos, 950, São Leopoldo, RS, Brazil, Zip code: 93 022 000, Santin Rita de Cássia ,   ICB BIOAGRITECLTDA- Porto Alegre- RSBrazil., Guimarães Alexandre Martins ,   ICB BIOAGRITECLTDA- Porto Alegre- RSBrazil., Matsumura Aida Teresinha Santos ,   ICB BIOAGRITECLTDA- Porto Alegre- RSBrazil., Ribeiro Bergmann Morais ,   University of Brasilia- DF- Brazil., Fiuza Lidia Mariana ,   University of Vale do Rio dos Sinos, PPG in Biology, Laboratory of Microbiology and Toxicology, Av. Unisinos, 950, São Leopoldo, RS, Brazil, Zip code: 93 022 000
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT Nematodes are important pests in agriculture, causing losses that reach $ 125 million annually. In addition to chemical control, biological control using strains of the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis has been studied. The aim of this study was to evaluate the toxicity of new strain of B. thuringiensis to Meloidogyne sp., in laboratory and in greenhouse, as well as the content of cry genes and structural and ultrastructural analyzes. The MTox 1886-2 isolate was used, at different concentrations, to evaluate the toxicity to juveniles (J2) of Meloidogyne in laboratory, and to eggs and juveniles in greenhouse. Differential Interference Contrast Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and molecular characterization by PCR were performed. Laboratory results showed 96% of corrected mortality of nematodes treated with 1 x 1010cells/mL, getting a LC50 of 2.6x107 cells/mL. In greenhouse, MTox 1886-2 showed 36% reduction in the number of nematodes, compared to control, and presented better results in the weight of the aerial part and the roots of lettuce plants. Structural and ultrastructural analysis of the spore-crystal mixture of the strain revealed the presence of a bipyramidal crystal protein. The analysis of the content of cry genes by PCR amplification resulted in a fragment of approximately 1000 bp which was sequenced revealing a target gene of the cry1D subfamily. Thus, the prospects for this study is the use of this gene in the development of genetically modified plants, granting resistance to nematodes, or the use in new commercial formulations.
BIOEFFICACY OF DIFFERENT FORMULATIONS OF ENTOMOPATHOGENIC NEMATODESTEINERNEMA CARPOCAPSAE AGAINST DIAMOND BACK MOTH (PLUTELLAXYLOSTELLA) INFESTING CABBAGE (BRASSICA OLERACEA VAR. CAPITATA)
Authors:   National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM) Rajendra Nagar, Hyderabad- 500030 , Telangana, India., Sunanda B S , Jeyakumar P ,   National Institute of Plant Health Management (NIPHM) Rajendra Nagar, Hyderabad- 500030 , Telangana, India., Jacob V V ,   Department of Science and Techonoloy Goverment of India, New Delhi.
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACT Diamondback moth (DBM); Plutella xylostella (L.) (Lepidoptera: Yuponomeutidae) is a major pest of cabbage throughout the world. Several bio-pesticides have been tested for the management of DBM in different parts of the country, but only few have shown promising results. Amongdifferent bio-agents, entomopathogenic nematodes were found comparatively better over others insuppressing the population of diamondback moth (DBM). Laboratory and field studies were carriedout to evaluate the efficacy of an indigenous population of Steinernema carpocapsae against fourthinstar larvae of diamondback moth. In laboratory conditions the efficacy of EPN was tested at four dosages viz., 250, 500, 750 and 1000 IJs/petri plate. The per cent mortality of DBM larvae after 72hours was recorded, maximum 100 % with an inoculum level of 1000 IJs/petri plate followed by 85% 76.17 %, and 71.84 % at 750, 500 and 250 IJs/ petri plate respectivel at 72hrs. The comparativeefficacy of different formulations of entomopathogenic nematode, S. carpocapsae was also testedagainst diamond back moth (P. xylostella) infesting cabbage in field conditions with different inoculum levels (doses) of 20 lakh and 30 lakh IJs /plot. The maximum (53.75) per cent mortalityof DBM was recorded at 30 lakh IJs/ plot with an antidesiccant liquid paraffin 1% after 7th day of application in the field conditions.
Isolated Presentation of Hemi-Retinal Vein Occlusion Secondary to Vaping
Authors: Brown Michelle , Wilson Sarah
Published: April 2024

Retinal Vein Occlusions (RVOs) in young adults in the absence of underlying vasculopathic diseases require an extensive work up to rule out underlying etiologies such as abnormal clotting factors, medication side effects, or lifestyle risks. Commonly, lifestyle risk factors include cigarette smoking, alcohol consumption, and recreational drug use. Patients often do not recognize vaping or use of electronic cigarettes as a social danger, so unless specifically asked, use of such products often goes unreported. This case demonstrates a strong correlation between retinal vein occlusion and vaping in a young adult with a negative systemic work up.
Measuring Brazilian science diplomacy: what do international students think of Brazil?
Authors: Gomes Coelho Ferreira Gabriela , Lyra Rodrigo , Oliveira Amancio Jorge Silva de
Published: April 2024

Most of the scholarship programs come from developed countries. However, more recently the literature has analyzed international scholarship programs in developing countries, such as the case of Brazil’s PEC-PG and PEC-G. In this paper we aim at answering a simple yet important question: how have PEC-PG and PEC-G been affecting international students and researchers’ perception about Brazil? Therefore, the main objective of this research is to verify the impact of PEC-PG and PEC-G (independent variable) on the perception of foreign students (dependent variable). We conducted a survey by sending an invitation to the e-mail to 65,493 students and professors through SurveyMonkey. We aim at contributing to the literature by measuring how effective these programs have been in boosting Brazil’s image abroad. Taking into account that PECs are a consistent Brazilian program dating back to 1960’s, we expected to find international students’ positive views regarding Brazil. Students and researchers’ positive views would be the expected result of a successful scientific diplomacy policy. We consider that international scholarship programs are scientific diplomacy’s tools, in other words, ways of exercising power through the influence on perception. Our results, however, showed that the majority of respondents have a negative image of Brazil.
La ciberhegemonía de EEUU en la OEA
Authors: Seoane Maximiliano Vila
Published: April 2024

El artículo examina las actividades de ciberseguridad de la Organización de Estados Americanos (OEA), por intermedio del estudio de: los actores que impulsan el tema en su agenda; sus cambios a lo largo del tiempo; y los aspectos problemáticos de la iniciativa para los países de América Latina. En base al análisis de material primario y secundario, se concluye que la OEA se ha establecido como el principal espacio de cooperación en temas de ciberseguridad a nivel intergubernamental en las Américas mediante un conjunto de actividades de asesoramiento, capacitación e intercambio de información entre sus Estados miembro. Sin embargo, el programa de ciberseguridad de la OEA también refuerza una dependencia normativa y tecnológica con las principales empresas y agencias estatales de EE.UU. y de sus aliados. Adicionalmente, las discusiones sobre ciberseguridad en la OEA pasan por alto los ciberataques y el ciberespionaje de EE.UU. Consecuentemente, el organismo contribuye a la ciberhegemonía estadounidense en las Américas, pues si bien hay relaciones consensuales de cooperación, también lleva a reproducir patrones de dependencia por los cuáles la OEA aún es criticada en la región.
Association of EPHA3 Gene Variation with Oral Hygiene in an Iranian Population
Authors: Rafighdoosth Hoshangh , Hasanpour Elaheh , Hashemi Mohamad , Bahari Gholamreza , Taheri Mohsen
Published: April 2024

Background: Non-syndromic cleft lip with or without cleft palate (NSCL/P) is the most prevalent congenital birth anomaly. The EPHA3 gene is suggested to play a pivotal role in the development of oral clefts. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the influence of EPHA3 gene polymorphisms on the risk of NSCL/P within an Iranian cohort. Methods: We performed genotyping of the EPHA3 gene polymorphisms rs7650466, rs1398197, rs17801309, rs1054750, and rs7632427 in 150 NSCL/P patients and 152 healthy controls using PCR-RFLP, T-ARMS-PCR, and ARMS-PCR methods. Results: The results indicated that the rs1398197 variation significantly reduced the risk of NSCL/P in a heterozygous codominant model (OR = 0.58, 95% CI = 0.36 - 0.94, P = 0.027, G/A vs. G/G), a dominant model (OR = 0.56, 95% CI = 0.35 - 0.89, P = 0.014, G/A + A/A vs. G/G), and at the allele level (OR = 0.62, 95% CI = 0.43 - 0.91, P = 0.014, A vs. G). The rs1054750 polymorphism showed a decreased risk of NSCL/P in codominant (OR = 0.62, 95% CI = 0.39 - 0.99, P = 0.047, T/C vs. T/T) and dominant models (OR = 0.62, 95% CI = 0.39 - 0.98, P = 0.042, T/C + C/C vs. T/T). The rs17801309 polymorphism was not associated with any risk or protection from NSCL/P. rs7650466 and rs7632427 were not polymorphic in the study sample. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that variants of the EPHA3 gene may be linked with a reduced risk of NSCL/P.