bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Penentuan Dosis Abu Sekam Padi sebagai Media Tanam pada Budidaya Tanaman Bawang Merah (Allium ascalonicum L.)
Authors: Robiatul Adawiyah  , La Ode Safuan  , Makmur Jaya Arma  , Andi Nurmas  , Terry Pakki
Published: October 2023

Rendahnya produksi bawang merah di Sulawesi Tenggara antara lain disebabkan oleh kondisi tanah yang kurang optimal karena didominasi oleh lahan Ultisol yang  kesehatan tanahnya rendah. Oleh karena itu, kondisi tanah perlu diperbaiki dengan pemberian pupuk organik seperti abu sekam padi.  Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan dosis abu sekam padi sebagai media tanam pada budidaya tanaman bawang merah yang ditanam di polibeg. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kelurahan Anduonohu Kecamatana Kambu Kota Kendari Provinsi Sulawesi Tenggara dan Laboratorium Unit Agronomi Fakultas Pertanian, Universitas Halu Oleo, Kendari,  dari bulan Juni sampai bulan September 2022. Rancangan yang digunakan adalah rancangan acak kelompok (RAK) satu faktor yaitu dosis abu sekam padi yang terdiri dari 4 taraf: tanpa abu sekam padi (kontrol) (S0), dosis 0,5 t ha-1 (A1), dosis 1 t ha-1 (A2), dan dosis 1,5 t ha-1 (A3).  Setiap perlakuan diulang sebanyak 3 kali sehingga diperoleh 12 unit percobaan. Setiap unit percobaan terdiri dari 4 tanaman, secara keseluruhan terdapat 48 tanaman. Variabel yang diamati yaitu tinggi tanaman, jumlah daun, luas daun, jumlah umbi, diameter umbi, bobot kering umbi perumpun dan produksi. Data hasil pengamatan dianalisis dengan Anova diuji lanjut dengan uji jarak berganda Duncan (UJBD) pada taraf kepercayaan 95%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa abu sekam padi sebagai media tanam dapat meningkatkan pertumbuhan dan prodksi bawang merah.  Dosis abu sekam padi 1 t ha-1 merupakan dosis terbaik dalam meningkatkan pertumbuhan dan produksi tanaman bawang merah.
Studi Usaha Perkebunan Berkelanjutan Tembakau Khas Kabupaten Bondowoso, Jawa Timur
Authors: Hasbi Mubarak Suud  , Ferry Dinata  , Desika Sinaga
Published: October 2023

Kabupaten Bondowoso telah dikenal sebagai salah satu sentra usaha perkebunan budidaya tembakau di Indonesia. Kabupaten Bondowoso dikenal sebagai sentra tembakau sejak tahun 1900-an saat dimulainya industrialisasi perkebunan tembakau oleh perusahaan perusahaan Belanda di saat itu. Usahas budidaya tanaman tembakau saat ini terus berjalan dan dibudidayakan oleh masyarakat dan perusahaan di Kabupaten Bondowoso. Studi ini bertujuan untuk memperlajari faktor faktor yang menyebabkan usaha budidaya komoditas perkebunan tembakau ini terus berlangsung di Kabupaten Bondowoso. Metode penelitian menggunakan data primer dan data sekunder. Data primer didapatkan dengan mewawancarai petani tembakau di Kabupaten Bondowoso. Selain itu juga digunakan data sekunder berupa data peta dan pola curah hujan untuk mengetahui kesesuain kondisi geografis dan iklim di Kabupaten Bondowoso untuk usaha budidaya tembakau. Berdasarkan studi ini diketahui ada beberapa faktor yang mendorong usaha budidaya tembakau ini berkelanjutan seperti kesesuaian kondisi geogra iklim, kultur masyarakat, adanya kelembagaan, dan dukungan dari pemerintah setempat. Sedangkan beberapa faktor yang bisa menghambat keberlanjutan usaha budidaya tembakau antara lain degradasi lahan pertanian, adanya RUU-PDPTK, dan daya tawar petani yang rendah dalam menentukan harga jual tembakau.
Effect of Human Resources Development on the Innovation Capability of SMEs
Authors: Olubitan Joseph , Alabi Daniel , Idowu Abiola
Published: October 2023

This study researched the effect of Human Resources Development as a means of improving the innovative capability of SMEs. SMEs were observed to be more innovative in their startup stage than in the developing stage (3-6 years old); hence most merged or are completely bought over by matured SMEs. Startups invest in HRD before their launch and thus bring about innovative product(s). The 21st-century business firms thrive and survive on innovation. The survival of any firm in today’s “pro-aggressive” business environment depends on how seriously it adopts an innovative culture as well as on the capability of its employees to innovate. This necessitates understanding the effect that HRD can have on the capability of SMEs to create innovative products. The research was carried out using a questionnaire survey of 50 SMEs. The population is in the Garments, Information Technology, Hospitality, Wood & Leatherworks, and other services sectors in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. While HRD variables were training, training outcomes, and training targets, the innovation capability was measured by innovation potential, innovation cycle, and new product cycle. Findings revealed that HRD plays an essential role in the innovation capability of SMEs. It was also observed that previous education, on-the-job certification, and the innovation cycle significantly affect New Product Development by SMEs.The result implies that HRD components play a pivotal role in innovative product developments by organisations and serve as an impetus to innovative capability for SMEs.
A TOMOGRAFIA COMPUTADORIZADA NO DIAGNÓSTICO DE MICROCEFALIA
Authors: Rodrigues Galdino Pereira Lourraine , Vasconcelos Souza Maria Eduarda
Published: October 2023

A microcefalia é considerada uma doença neurológica em que ocorrem algumas alterações no encéfalo que atrapalham o desenvolvimento da criança. A tomografia computadorizada é um estudo de imagem que facilita a visualização da natureza mudada da microcefalia. O objetivo deste estudo foi determinar a contribuição da tomografia computadorizada para o diagnóstico de microcefalia em crianças. Foi realizado um estudo bibliográfico, com abordagem qualitativa, buscando a exploração por meio de estudos de artigos disponibilizados em sites da internet. Foram selecionados os artigos mais relevantes para o tema e com datas de publicação posteriores. A pretensão é contribuir com a comunidade e, ao discutir o tema proporcione à sociedade um melhor entendimento sobre a microcefalia e a importância da tomografia computadorizada no diagnóstico.
An Analysis of Socio-Economic Determinants Affecting Retirement Adjustment and Life Satisfaction Among Public Retirees in The Klang Valley
Authors: ABDUL JAKIT FATHIN HANANI , ABD. GHAN JUDHIANA , AB. HAMID TENGKU AIZAN , MAZLAN NUR SYAZWANI
Published: October 2023

Malaysia is projected to become an ageing nation by 2045. Given this unfavourable
demographic trend, this ageing phenomenon poses a number of socio-economic
challenges as longevity rises over time and lengthens the time spent in retirement. Using the Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), the objective of this study was to determine the socio-economic factors affecting the retirement adjustment and subsequently examine the impact of those factors on life satisfaction among public retirees during their retirement. Despite the common beliefs, retirement is associated with productive aging rather than being a burden on society and the country. This study employed secondary data from a survey of public retirees in Malaysia's largest urbanised region, the Klang Valley, which represented 23% of all public retirees in the country from October 2017 to February 2018. The results show that income, healthcare, and retirement readiness have significant impacts on retirement adjustment, which in turn partially mediates life satisfaction. The findings are expected to support the policymakers in developing a retirement framework that prioritises the needs of Malaysian retirees. Policymakers should consider marketing strategies that utilise the right communication tools, visuals, and consistent language to ensure that public retirees adjust effectively during the retirement phase and pursue a greater sense of life satisfaction.
Can Institutional Good Governance and Intellectual Capital Affect University Quality?
Authors: HIDAYAH NURUL , W HAPSARI DINI , KURNIAWAN SAPUTRA KOMANG ADI , SURYA DHARMAWAN NYOMAN ARI , YADIATI WINWIN
Published: October 2023

The present research examined the determinant factors of university quality, focussing on
good university governance and intellectual capital. A survey on 136 B-accredited
universities in Indonesia which involved 331 respondents at the managerial level was
carried out. The data was analyses using structural equation modelling technique with the
support of the Lisrel 8.8 statistical software. The finding of this research results indicated
that both good governanve and intellectual capital are critically important for university
quality, where intellectual capital is a more dominant factor. The conclusions drawn from
this study highlight the importance for policymakers to prioritize both enhancing the
quality of lecturers and implementing effective university governance practices.
Osmotic demyelination syndrome caused by rapid correction of hyperammonemia and continuous hyperbilirubinemia: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Park Kunwoo , Kim Sang Beom , Yoon Sung Sang , Woo Ho Geol
Published: October 2023

Osmotic demyelination syndrome (ODS) is an acute demyelinating disorder characterized by the loss of myelin in the center of the basis pons, defined as central pontine myelinolysis (CPM), and demyelination in locations outside the pons, defined as extrapontine myelinolysis (EPM). ODS including CPM and EPM is mainly caused by rapid correction of hyponatremia. However, there are several reports of ODS in medical conditions such as malnutrition; alcoholism; liver transplantation; malignancy; sepsis; and electrolyte imbalance including hypernatremia, hypokalemia, hypophosphatemia, and chronic illness. ODS caused by rapid correction of hyperammonemia or continuous hyperbilirubinemia without sodium fluctuations has rarely been reported. Because ODS may be irreversible, prevention is crucial. Herein, we report a case of ODS secondary to rapid correction of hyperammonemia and continuous hyperbilirubinemia.
How peer driving student teachers use pedagogical observation in their teaching practice: Experiences from Norway
Authors: Kjelsrud Hilde , Valle Anne Marit
Published: October 2023

Given the high numbers of people killed or badly injured globally in road traffic accidents, research into the education of driving teachers is both timely and urgent. Europe has no common regulations on becoming a driving teacher, and Norway is one of the very few countries that educates driving teachers at the university level. The aim of this study is to develop new knowledge on how peer driving student teachers use pedagogical observation in their in-car teaching practice. Academic education of driving teachers in Norway was introduced at the university level in 2016, and practical in-car teaching, as part of the educational programme, is still under development. The data used in this study consist of observations of nine driving lessons and nine semi-structured interviews involving 18 driving student teachers (DSTs). The findings indicate that DSTs could benefit from having a stronger theoretical foundation for engaging in pedagogical observation. It also appears necessary to develop a formal structure for peer learning activity and for DSTs to develop shared views on how to communicate with peer DSTs.
O sobrenatural em A missa das sombras (1892)
Authors: Tsuchiya Sheron , Pierini Fábio Lucas
Published: October 2023

Este ensaio visa identificar e analisar os elementos sobrenaturais presentes no conto A missa das sombras – La Messe des Ombres (1892), de Anatole France. Os fatos se desdobram em torno de um anel que simboliza o amor entre duas pessoas, um sentimento que transcende a vida e se consuma de maneira intrigante, conferindo um desfecho misterioso ao conto e à história do casal. As bases teóricas substanciais são de Selma Calasans Rodrigues em sua obra O fantástico (1988) e de Tzvetan Todorov em sua obra Introdução à literatura fantástica (1975). Este trabalho apresenta, de forma elucidativa, o arranjo desses elementos sobrenaturais, além do simbolismo representado pelo anel, que é marcado pelo amor e pelo mistério.
O não-lugar da diversidade na representação das famílias no livro didático de inglês
Authors: Santos Filho Agnaldo Pedro , Leda Regina de Jesus Couto  , Marieli de Jesus Pereira
Published: October 2023

As mudanças de perspectiva sobre o conceito de educação e como ela deve ser desenvolvida, principalmente nas últimas décadas, demandam da escola uma maior aproximação dos contextos sociais nos quais os educandos estão inseridos. Nesse sentido, as diferentes composições de família formadoras da sociedade devem ser representadas de maneira natural nos ambientes escolares, não apenas para promover o reconhecimento de aprendizes que integram configurações familiares diferentes da imposta socialmente, mas também para exercitar o respeito às experiências individuais. Neste artigo, analisamos a unidade com a temática Família em três livros didáticos de inglês, a fim de compreender quais arranjos familiares são neles representados. Para a pesquisa bibliográfica de abordagem qualitativa que fundamenta essa análise, utilizamos os estudos de Anjos (2019; 2020), Candau (2011), Freire (2004), hooks (2013), Leffa (2021), Lima (2009), Siqueira (2012; 2015), Pennycook (1994; 2001), et alia. Identificamos que as representações familiares apresentadas nessas obras privilegiam apenas alguns modelos de família, reforçando preconceitos e estereótipos. Assim, destacamos a importância e a urgência de que as configurações sociais e familiares representadas nos livros didáticos de inglês fomentem o respeito à diversidade, de modo que os educandos se reconheçam, e também acolham diferentes formatos de família como constituintes da sociedade.
Ansiedade em trabalhadores da atenção primária à saúde no contexto da pandemia da Covid-19
Authors: Aguiar Fernandes de Lima Adriana , Euclides Fernandes Braga João , Rodrigues de Almeida Luana , Maiele Pedroza Trajano Flávia , Leite Moreira Alan
Published: October 2023

Condições de trabalho desfavoráveis e estresse vivenciados no enfrentamento à COVID-19 provocaram alterações nos níveis de ansiedade entre os trabalhadores de saúde. Objetivou-se avaliar os níveis de ansiedade dos trabalhadores da Atenção Primária à Saúde do município de Santa Cecília – Paraíba. Para isso, realizou-se um estudo transversal, censitário, de caráter exploratório-descritivo, de abordagem quantitativa, composto pelos 53 trabalhadores da Atenção Primária à Saúde. O tratamento dos dados da pesquisa envolveu a sua devida tabulação, consolidação e organização em planilhas do programa software Excel – 2007. As variáveis foram mensuradas nos níveis das escalas nominal, ordinal e intervalar. A construção de tabelas de frequências simples e medidas descritivas possibilitou a análise estatística inferencial multivariada, com uso do software R-Studio. Observou-se que 45 (84,9%) destes trabalhadores são do sexo feminino e o sintoma mais expressivo de ansiedade foi o cansaço, apontado por 47 (88,7%) destes profissionais. Além disso, 21 (39,6%) dos participantes apontaram a demanda excessiva como o fator de maior relevância para o aparecimento de ansiedade. Ao se analisar o nível de ansiedade – traço, observou-se que 38 (72%) dos trabalhadores apresentaram alta ansiedade e, em relação à ansiedade – estado, verificou-se que 40 (76%) apresentaram alta ansiedade. Portanto, evidenciou-se manifestações expressivas de sintomas de ansiedade e a predominância do alto nível de ansiedade – traço e de ansiedade – estado entre a população estudada durante o período pandêmico causado pelo coronavírus SARS-CoV-2.
The agricultural machinery market for crop production and prospects for its development in the postwar period
Authors: Navrotskyi Yaroslav , Zakharchuk Oleksandr , Vyshnevetska Oksana , Glinkowska-Krauze Beata , Kuchmieiev Oleksandr
Published: October 2023

Due to the hostilities, the largest losses in the agricultural sector of Ukraine’s economy were caused by the loss of agricultural machinery – 20.9% of it was destroyed or damaged. Therefore, ensuring the effective functioning of the market for agricultural machinery is a key factor in restoring the material and technical base of agricultural enterprises. The research aims to investigate the current state of the agricultural machinery market and the impact of military operations on it and to identify effective ways of its development. The following methods were used in the study: dialectical method of scientific knowledge, monographic, statistical, and economic, economic and mathematical, expert evaluation, and graphical. The general trend towards a decrease in the share of households with certain types of machinery in 2015-2022 is determined. Disproportions between large and small forms of management in the provision of machinery, as well as restrictions on access to financial resources for small agricultural enterprises, have been identified. The study identified a general decline in the size of the Ukrainian machinery market due to the loss of production capacity in the east and south of the country. Imports of agricultural machinery – tractors by 57.0%, combine harvesters by 30.0%, seeders by 33.8%, disc harrows by 45.1%, and cultivators by 38.9% – also decreased significantly in quantitative terms. The analysis of state support for agricultural machinery and agricultural enterprises is carried out. A forecast of the development of the agricultural machinery market for crop production under positive and negative scenarios, including risks and challenges that may arise during and after military operations, is made. Recommendations for the development of the market of agricultural machinery for crop production have been developed, including implementation of the state’s protectionist policy; preservation of human resources; evacuation of agricultural machinery enterprises from the war zone; simplification of business to stimulate investment activity; state support for small farms, etc. The implementation of these recommendations will help restore the effective functioning of the agricultural machinery market and the logistics of agricultural production in Ukraine
State-of-the-art technologies for remote sensing of crops water status and nutrients in agriculture: A review
Authors: Atanasov Svetoslav
Published: October 2023

The research relevance is predetermined by the need to introduce effective methods and tools for monitoring water resources and tracking soil nutrient levels to improve agricultural production and sustainable use of natural resources. The research aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest technologies and techniques used in RS for accurately assessing water status and nutrient levels in crops, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability. The latest advancements in remote sensing techniques that enable precise monitoring and assessment of water levels and nutrient conditions in crops, crucial for optimizing agricultural practices, were studied. The literature research was conducted by adapting the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Methods. The current study provides an overview of RS technology, with a special focus on establishing crops’ water and nutrient status in agriculture. A thorough review of research focused on the applications and technologies of RS in agriculture, using a broad-to-narrow approach, was also conducted. The scientific studies analysed provide the following: RS crops on a large scale level, RS crops on a field level, RS crops on a greenhouse level, RS on a plant level and RS on a leaf level. Current cutting-edge technologies are also presented. The findings of this study could be beneficial to those involved in sustainable agriculture, such as researchers, academics, and aspiring students
Influence of the food protein on the development of hypopharyngeal glands, fat body, quality and lifespan of honeybees
Authors: Mishchenko Oleksandr , Postoienko Volodymуr , Lytvynenko Olesya , Ivanyshyn Alla , Afara Kristin
Published: October 2023

Research on the anatomical and physiological characteristics of bees (the state of fat body, hypopharyngeal glands) in connection with changes in natural and climatic conditions (soil composition, prolonged droughts, prolonged rains, cold weather, environmental disasters) impoverishment of fodder base for bees due to the decrease of sown areas of honey crops leading to the use of bees’ feeding, is relevant. The research aims to study the influence of food protein on the development of hypopharyngeal glands, fat body and life expectancy of honeybees. The zootechnical (the setting of the scientific research, the feeding of the bee families, the power of the bee families, productivity), ethological (orientation in the bee-entrance area), micrometrical (physiological and morphological characteristics of the parts of the bee’s body), microscopic (analysis of hypopharyngeal glands and fat body of bees) and statistical (biometric data processing) methods were used in the study. The significant difference in their degree of development depending on the carbohydrate or protein feeding was identified. After feeding sugar syrup to bees, signs of protein malnutrition and the state of development of hypopharyngeal glands corresponding to the І-ІІ degrees were noted. Alveoli of hypopharyngeal glands were reduced, and underdeveloped, with marked spaces, whereas after feeding protein food in the form of sugar syrup with bee pollen the bees had well-developed hypopharyngeal glands. The alveoli of the hypopharyngeal glands of the researched bees filled out, grew milky, with no space between them, and were able to produce larval food. Such a state of the glands’ development corresponds to the ІV degree of the development of hypopharyngeal glands. The research results indicate that the development of the fat body of bees happens at a young age when bees consume protein food the most. It has been proven that protein feeding of the bee colonies of experimental groups contributed to the better development of hypopharyngeal glands in both old and young bees, which resulted in better provision of food for larvae and more active development of the bee colonies. Protein feeding of bees in early spring under conditions of limited supply of protein food contributes to the production of larger larvae, which in turn contributes to the production of more complete bees
MRI to Ultrasound Cognitive Targeted Prostate Biopsy Provides all the Benefit of
Ultrasound Fusion Without the Increased Resources
Authors: Suderman Jonathan D. , Mannas Miles
Published: October 2023

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Social Media Network Analysis of Academic Urologists’ Interaction Within Twitter
Microblogging Environment
Authors: Bell Spencer H. , Sun Clara , Helstrom Emma , Dubin Justin M. , Isali Ilaha , Mishra Kirtishri , Gianakopoulos Andrew , Jazayeri Seyed Behzad , Sindhani Mohit , Ponsky Lee , Kutikov Alexander , Seideman Casey , Correa Andres , Magee Diana , Bukavina Laura
Published: October 2023

ObjectiveTo characterize academic urology Twitter presence and interaction by
subspecialty designation.MethodsUsing Twitter application programming interface of
available data, 94000 specific tweets were extracted for the analysis through the
Twitter Developer Program. Academic urologists were defined based on American Urological
Association (AUA) residency program registration of 143 residency programs, with a total
of 2377 faculty. Two of 3-factor verification (name, location, specialty) of faculty
Twitter account was used. Additional faculty information including sex, program
location, and subspecialty were manually recorded. All elements of microblogging were
captured through Anaconda Navigator. Analyzed tweets were further evaluated using
natural language processing for sentiment association, mentions, and quote tweeted and
retweeted. Network analysis based on interactions of academic urologist within specialty
for given topic were analyzed using D3 in JavaScript. Analysis was performed in Python
and R.ResultsWe identified 143 residency programs with a total of 2377 faculty (1975 men
and 402 women). Among all faculty, 945 (39.7%) had registered Twitter accounts, with the
majority being men (759 [80.40%] versus 185 [19.60%]). Although there were more male
academic urologists across programs, women within academic urology were more likely to
have a registered Twitter account overall (46% versus 38.5%) compared with men. When
assessing registered accounts by sex, there was a peak for male faculty in 2014 (10.05%
of all accounts registered) and peak for female faculty in 2015 (2.65%). There was no
notable change in faculty account registration during COVID-19 (2019–2020). In 2022,
oncology represented the highest total number of registered Twitter users (225), with
the highest number of total tweets (24622), followers (138541), and tweets per user per
day (0.32). However, andrology (50%) and reconstruction (51.3%) were 2 of the highest
proportionally represented subspecialties within academic urology. Within the context of
conversation surrounding a specified topic (#aua21), female pelvic medicine and
reconstructive surgery (FPMRS) and endourology demonstrated the total highest number of
intersubspecialty conversations.ConclusionsThere is a steady increase in Twitter
representation among academic urologists, largely unaffected by COVID-19. While urologic
oncology represents the largest group, andrology and reconstructive urology represent
the highest proportion of their respective subspecialties. Interaction analysis
highlights the variant interaction among subspecialties based on topic, with strong
direct ties between endourology, FPMRS, and oncology.
Técnicas de planificación para optimizar el rendimiento de los sistemas de tiempo real multiprocesador
Authors: Aceituno José María , Guasque Ana , Balbastre Patricia , Simó José , Pereira Carlos Eduardo , Crespo Alfons
Published: October 2023

Los sistemas multinúcleo surgieron como alternativa y mejora a los tradicionales sistemas mononúcleo. Aunque el rendimiento de estos sistemas es mayor, poseen más complejidad. Además, su rendimiento puede verse degradado debido a que los recursos hardware compartidos introducen retrasos en la planificación. Para reducir este retraso o contención existen diversas técnicas, que se pueden aplicar tanto a la hora de alojar las tareas en los núcleos como al planificar las tareas dentro de cada núcleo. En este trabajo se propone un algoritmo de planificación que combina distintas políticas de planificación conocidas para obtener un plan temporal que posea una menor interferencia. Además, se propone una red neuronal artificial para predecir qué política de alojamiento se debe aplicar para minimizar la longitud de los intervalos que forman el plan temporal y así reducir la complejidad de planificación de cada intervalo.
Transit time flow measurement as a predictor of graft failure and major adverse cardiac events following coronary artery bypass grafting surgery
Authors: Yong Hong Jun , Lim Mei Ann , Kok Kenneth Yuh Yen , Juanda Nadzir , Johar Sofian
Published: October 2023

Introduction

Our aims were to characterize the differences in transit time flow measurement (TTFM) between failed and normal grafts, and to determine the association between TTFM and related clinical factors and the likelihood of graft failure and major adverse cardiac events (MACE) following coronary artery bypass grafting.

Material and methods

A retrospective observational analysis was performed on 279 patients admitted between 2017 and 2019, to compare the differences in TTFM between failed and normal grafts, and the association between TTFM and major adverse cardiac events (MACE) – specifically angina, myocardial infarction, and death.

Results

There were no differences in TTFM between failed and normal grafts. There was a greater number of failed grafts with pulsatility index (PI) > 5 compared to PI ≤ 5 (χ2 = 4.021, p = 0.045). Multivariate analysis showed no significant association between TTFM and MACE. Increased risk of graft failure is associated with the female gender (p = 0.031), history of congestive heart failure (p = 0.025), and poor renal function (p = 0.034). Increased risk of MACE is associated with a history of coronary intervention (p = 0.041), left coronary dominance (p = 0.018), and renal function (p = 0.009).

Conclusions

Patency of graft is influenced by gender, congestive heart failure, and renal function, while MACE is influenced by history of coronary intervention and renal function.
Motivation in Project Management: Systematic Review of the Literature
Authors: Tyulkubayeva A. K. , Nurseiytova G. B. , Sugirova G. S.
Published: October 2023

Motivation plays a critical role in project management as it affects team performance, project success, and organizational outcomes. The purpose of the review: to study the impact of motivation on the effectiveness of the project, to determine the main factors influencing the motivation in project management and the types of motivation of the project team, as well as methods for managing motivation in project activities. The review covered 44 articles published between January 2019 and February 2023 in the Scopus database, Web of Science and Google Scholar. Articles were selected based on their relevance to the topic and analyzed through a predetermined set of criteria. The results obtained show that project management motivation is a complex and multifaceted process that includes various levels of analysis, including individual, team and organizational factors. Project managers should focus on creating a motivating environment for team members to increase project success. Moreover, intrinsic motivation is a better predictor of task performance than extrinsic motivation. The conducted systematic review contributes to the understanding of motivation in project management and provides a basis for further research on this topic. The results of this review have important implications for project managers, who can use this knowledge to motivate team members and improve project success. Moreover, more research is needed on the motivation behind traditional and agile project teams.
Gender Gap in Access to Education in Kazakhstan
Authors: Satpayeva Z. T. , Nygymetov G. S.
Published: October 2023

Gender inequality in education is a problem in both developed and developing countries. This social phenomenon has many negative consequences (income inequality, decline in human capital, reduction in economic growth, etc.). The purpose of this study is to identify the gender inequality in education through the analysis of gender gaps in access to education in Kazakhstan. The study was conducted within the concept of liberal feminism to assess the participation of women in education. Issues of gender inequality in education were studied through the gender parity index, with a focus on the analysis of the enrollment of women and men in education and their satisfaction with the availability of educational services. The main research methods were economic and statistical analysis and comparison. The source base for the study was statistical data from the Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the period from 2000 to 2022. The limitation of the study was the lack of data for a certain period or by level of education. The study revealed that in Kazakhstan there is a gender inequality in the field of postgraduate education, where the number of students is dominated by women. During the period under review, gender inequality decreased at the master’s level and increased at the doctoral level. At the same time, during the pandemic, gender inequality in education at the master’s level increased, while at the doctoral level it decreased. The main reason for the emergence of gender inequality in the field of postgraduate education is the low attractiveness of employment in the field of education and science on the part of men due to the low level of income in this area. The results obtained indicate the need to increase the prestige of teaching and research activities among the population, including by raising wages and providing decent social security for specialists in this field.
New Opportunities and Prerequisites for Cross-Border Cooperation between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
Authors: Turkeeva K. A. , Brimbetova N. Zh. , Suleimenova A. Sh. , Tuyebekova Sh. Zh.
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to explore the cross-border processes of neighbouring countries based on the interaction and mutual influence of the economies of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and to identify new opportunities in the development of border areas. Scientific research has been studied and a review of literary sources reflecting not only the processes of interaction between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in the field of economics, politics, economic security, education and the formation of infrastructure projects has been conducted. Research and compare the economic development of the two countries, show the economic and resource potential and give a comparative description of the development of border areas. The research methodology was aimed at a comprehensive analysis of cooperation priorities based on a survey of the main documents on cross-border cooperation of international organizations, including a database on measuring and monitoring the effectiveness of corridors; conducting a comprehensive statistical analysis of data from the Bureau of Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Economic Reform of the Republic of Kazakhstan, international rating agencies; assessing the distribution of regions of Kazakhstan in terms of per capita GRP; development and calculation of the coefficient of uneven economic development of the regions of Kazakhstan; conducting a rating of regions of Uzbekistan in terms of GRP per capita
Assessment of Economic Security of Agricultural Exports of Kazakhstan
Authors: Abildaev S. T. , Iskakova G. K. , Amalbekova G. E. , Junussova D. A.
Published: October 2023

The agricultural sector of the country’s economy is one of the key areas of economic growth, an element of expanding export potential, which ensures the food and social security of Kazakhstan. Assessment of the probability and degree of threats in the organization of agricultural exports is an important area of research. The research is based on the following scientific methods: generalization, analysis, synthesis, statistical methods, graphical visualization, expert evaluation method. The analysis was based on statistical data from 2019 to 2021. This time interval covers the period before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in the field of agricultural exports. The purpose of the study is to summarize the most important criteria for assessing the likelihood and degree of threats in the organization of agricultural exports. The work highlights the significant stages and procedures of the export organization, and threat assessment indicators are summarized on the basis of expert assessment. The developed and proposed measurable values of indicators will allow the company to assess, monitor the probability and degree of occurrence of threats at the stages of the export process. The application of the assessment methodology will allow exporters and government agencies to rationally organize the infrastructure for exporting agricultural producers’ products.
Socio-Economic Risks of Internal Migration Processes and Their Impact on the Socio-Territorial Mobility of the Population of Kazakhstan
Authors: Gaysina S. N. , Chulanova Z. K. , Dzhumashev N. M.
Published: October 2023

Migration, which is a consequence of the uneven socio-economic development, poverty, and environmental problems of various regions, on the one hand, has significant potential and can help improve economic and social conditions, and on the other hand, it becomes a generator of socioeconomic and other risks, influencing the strengthening inequalities. The purpose of the article is to identify the main forms of socio-economic risks of internal migration of the population of Kazakhstan and assess their impact on the socio-territorial stability of the regional society. To assess the socioeconomic factors affecting the dynamics of internal migration population flows, a systematic approach was applied, and methods of component analysis of the regional standard of living, sampling and grouping of quantitative and qualitative indicators were used. The main directions of the impact of socio-economic risks of migration on the socio-territorial mobility of the population are substantiated. The main forms of socio-economic risks of internal migration of the Kazakhstan population are determined. It is substantiated that the closest relationship exists between the level and quality of life systems and the increase in migration flows. The study concluded that migration is a complex process, which is influenced by the changing socio-economic conditions for the economy and society development and affects the standard of living and lifestyle of the population. This necessitates not only the regulation of migration processes in the country but also the development of mechanisms to reduce the socio-economic risks of migration and their impact on life support systems and livelihoods.
Revitalization of Civil Participation of the Population in the Activities of Local Self-Government Bodies
Authors: Ydyrys S. S. , Tubekova D. O. , Nakhipbekova S. A.
Published: October 2023

Civil participation of the population in Kazakhstan is considered one of the most important factors in the development of local government system, while the actual level of participation remains at a low level. The forms of manifestation of civil and social participation of the population in the realization of citizens’ rights to governance are limited, and social passivity is a characteristic feature for residents of local regions. The relevance of the research work is determined by the need to activate the civil participation of the population in the activities of Local Self-Government Bodies in Turkestan as a typical representative of a small urban district. The primary purpose of the research work is to find and substantiate ways to activate the civil participation of the population in the activities of Local Self-Government Bodies in Turkestan. Research methods such as Descriptive analytics (Nearest Neighbor Analysis), Diagnostic analytics (Pearson’s R - Spearman Correlation) and Predictive analytics (Neural Networks - Multilayer Perceptron) were used. Statistical and Analytical research was carried out using SPSS and R statistics software. A sociological survey was conducted among residents of Turkestan, and other materials were collected from such sources as the results of structural appeals of citizens to the administration of Turkestan and the results of the activities of the administration of Turkestan in the field of working with citizens’ appeals. As a result, the main causes of problems of civil activity of the population in Turkestan were identified and the “Solution Tree” method was used to solve the main problems in this region.
Akims of Villages of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Authors: Yesbergen R. A. , Asrepov G. N.
Published: October 2023

The purpose is to study the mechanisms of improving the managerial efficiency of rural akims in Kazakhstan in the example of the Aktobe region. The ongoing reforms on the introduction of the institute of elections of rural akims, the decentralization of powers and the expansion of the competence of rural akims, and the introduction of independent rural budgets will strengthen the lower level of the executive branch of government. The effectiveness of the activity of akims is determined by the characteristics of the success of the professional activity of civil servants in terms of the degree of achievement of the planned result and the desired social effect, as well as the ratio of the results achieved with the resources spent on its implementation. The methods of observation, surveys, focus groups, analysis, systematization and generalization were used. In determining the effectiveness of the activities of akims by teaching methods - facilitation and brainstorming, a number of problems and ways to solve them have been identified. Materials on akims in the Department of Economy and Budget Planning and the Department of the Agency of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs were also received. As the results of the study, the problematic issues identified during the training courses, seminars of rural akims of the Aktobe regional branch, and solutions identified by various active teaching methods are presented. Рossible solutions to the problematic issues identified during the survey and training are proposed. Research will be reflected in the scientific works of the doctoral student.
Fiscal Multiplier Estimation for Kazakhstan’s Economy
Authors: Bekishev R. A. , Pak Y. A. , Aigazin Z. Z.
Published: October 2023

The strengthening of the role of fiscal policy in Kazakhstan in recent years has updated studies of the impact of its instruments on the economy. In this regard, the assessment of the fiscal multiplier is an important research task that has practical significance for increasing the effect of fiscal policy. The purpose of this article is to estimate the fiscal multiplier in Kazakhstan. The quarterly data for the period from 2000 to 2022 from the official statistical sources of information were used. For the specified time period, the authors made two distinct estimates of the fiscal multiplier of Kazakhstan’s public expenditures: with and without considering economic cycles. The comparison of the simulation results allowed the authors to note the shortcomings of the fiscal multiplier estimation without considering economic cycles. In the cycle-ignoring model, the lag of government spending shock was overestimated. Moreover, the fiscal multiplier without cycles turned out to be significant at the 10% significance level and amounted to only 0.2. The fiscal multiplier in the model with cycles during the recession period turned out to be significant at the 1% significance level and amounted to 0.44, and during the expansion period,, it turned out to be insignificant for any lag. Based on these results, the authors conclude that the theoretical importance of fiscal measures in a recession is confirmed for Kazakhstan. However, during a period of economic growth above the potential level, an additional positive shock of government spending will not lead to positive effects on the economic growth.
Comparative Study of the Impact of Corruption on the Human Development Index
Authors: Zharlygassinov T. M. , Panzabekova A. Zh. , Dosmanbetova M. S.
Published: October 2023

The problem of corruption in state bodies remains one of the main ones regarding qualitative economic development. The reason for this is the significant negative impact of this phenomenon on the standard of living of citizens and the efficiency of the functioning of state bodies. However, the strength of such interaction may differ depending on the country and how conscientiously the employees of its state apparatus carry out their work. Thus, it is relevant to analyze the impact of corruption on the standard of living of citizens, which in the framework of this study is defined as an index of human development. Many scientific methods were used during the work: analysis, deduction, and abstraction. As part of the study, the negative impact of corruption on some important social spheres, such as healthcare, education, and others, as well as on the income level of citizens and the development of the shadow economy, was analyzed. The impact of corruption on the indicators of the human development index and its individual components was assessed. Subsequently, it was shown that there is indeed a certain interaction between these variables, which once again speaks of the role of the fight against corruption in the country. Also, having assessed the state of combating the unfair behavior of civil servants in Kazakhstan, recommendations were prepared to counter this phenomenon. This work brings new knowledge in terms of assessing the impact of corruption on the development of the country and its citizens.
From Clinical Images to Publishable Case Reports
Authors: Firdaus Hayati  , Mohd Sani Sarjadi  , Andee Dzulkarnaen Zakaria  , Irfan Mohamad
Published: October 2023

A case report is one of the valuable articles in most medical-indexed journals. It is a scientific documentation of a single or more (traditionally less than 3) clinical case observation on the symptoms, signs, investigations, treatment, and follow-up showcasing the extensive medical review and knowledge (Carey, 2010). The ecosystem of submitting case reports for publication usually is practised among clinicians. Even though case report is found at the lower hierarchical level of evidence (Figure 1), it has its advantages, which are valuable to the medical literature (Burns et al, 2011; Nissen & Wynn, 2014), and clinical practices.
Investigation of Phytochemicals and Antibacterial Activity of Persicaria odorata (L.) Methanolic Leaf Extract Against Selected Bacteria
Authors: Hartini Yusof  , Emiriatulemni Suhemi  , Aini Nabihah Mohd Rosdi  , Nurhanis Syahira Shakir  , Azrina Begam Mohd Ali  , Zana Jamal Kareem
Published: October 2023

Multidrug-resistant microorganisms pose serious threats, especially to children from developing countries. Due to this concern, there is a greater need to develop potentially effective antibacterial agents from natural resources. This study aimed to investigate the phytochemical compounds of Persicaria odorata (L.) methanolic leaf extract and its antibacterial activity against selected bacteria. Agar well diffusion and broth microdilution were used to test gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus cereus) and gram-negative bacteria (Salmonella enterica serovar typhimurium and Shigella flexneri). The bacteria were treated with P. odorata (L.) leaves extracted using methanol and diluted with 10% Dimethyl-sulfoxide (DMSO). P. odorata (L.) leaf extract was highly effective against S. aureus at a concentration of 1,000 mg/mL. Gram-positive bacteria had the lowest MIC and MBC values. The qualitative phytochemical analysis of the methanolic extract of P. odorata (L.) leaves indicated the presence of antibacterial compounds such as phenols, flavonoids, terpenoids, and tannins. In conclusion, P. odorata (L.) leaves which have been widely used in cuisines and traditional medicine also possess the potential to serve as an antibacterial agent.
Parkinson’s mimicker in Acute and Chronic Hepatic Encephalopathy
Authors: Mohamad Shahrunizam Awang Setia  , Mohamad Izzat Arslan Che Ros  , Nurul Hafidzah Rahim  , Nik Azuan Nik Ismail
Published: October 2023

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a neuropsychiatric spectrum mainly caused by cirrhosis, portosystemic shunt, or portal hypertension. It may also mimic the presentation of Parkinson’s disease, which can make clinical diagnosis a challenge. A 42-year-old man with underlying chronic hepatitis C with liver cirrhosis was initially admitted for chronic lower back pain. During admission, he appeared drowsy but was able to answer questions appropriately albeit with delayed and slow speech. He had bradykinesia without stigmata of chronic liver disease. Differentials at the time were hypoactive delirium and Parkinson’s disease. Blood results were normal. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the brain showed bilateral symmetrical hyperintensities at the inferior temporal lobes, medial thalamus, cingulate gyri, head of caudate nuclei, posterior limbs of internal capsules and insula on fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) sequence. On the T1 weighted imaging (T1WI) sequence, bilateral symmetrical hyperintensities were seen at globus pallidi, cerebral peduncles and periaqueductal regions extending to superior cerebellar peduncles. Based on imaging, a diagnosis of acute chronic hepatic encephalopathy was made. The patient was treated conservatively in the ward and was discharged with persistent Parkinsonism. In patients with neurological abnormalities where hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is least expected due to subtle symptoms, MRI could play an important role in eliciting the underlying cause, and extent of disease and for prognostication.