bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Short-Term Outcome of Ultrasound Therapy in Sudanese Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors: A Mohamed Salih , A Mohammed Zeinab , A El Hussein Mohamed
Published: May 2024

Objectives: the aim of this study is to evaluate the short term effectiveness of therapeutic ultrasound therapy modalities in patient with knee OA.
Methodology: This is a prospective, double blinded clinical trial, conducted among 45 participants. Participants were divided into three groups each of 15 patients. In Group A – continuous ultrasound was used, in Group B – pulsed ultrasound was used and in Group C – traditional physiotherapy without ultrasound therapy was used. Groups A and B also received traditional physiotherapy in addition to ultrasound. Visual analog scale, WOMAC questionnaire, range of motion assessment, manual muscle test, and circumference were used for evaluation before and after rehabilitation program. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) and multiple regression analysis of variables was done. The ethical approval was obtained from the institutional review board at Alneelain University and a verbal and written consent was obtained from the participants before the interview.
Result: When comparing the three groups, we Found that no difference in WOMAC score, and there was no differences in the edema and stiffness between the three groups. The only difference was in reduced pain (VAS) in the pulsed group (P-value 0.004*), when compared to the other two groups.
Conclusion: Among 45 patients in this study we found that pulsed ultrasound therapy was very effective in reduction of pain, and there was no difference in the WOMAC index score, edema between the three groups at the end of treatment. When comparing the range of motion, Group B showed the greatest improvement in the motion. The traditional physiotherapy group(c) and the two ultrasound therapy groups (A & B) had the same outcomes at the end of treatment programs.

Keywords: Knee osteoarthritis, Ultrasound therapy, Pulsed ultrasound, Continuous ultrasound, Traditional physiotherapy, Effect of ultrasound therapy, Outcome of ultrasound therapy.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF FAMILY EATING PATTERNS WITH THE INCIDENCE OF OBESITY IN SCHOOL CHILDREN AT RT. 006 RW. 069 KELURAHAN 16 ULU PALEMBANG
Authors: Siti Soleha
Published: May 2024

Background: Obesity is a pathological condition, namely the accumulation of excess fat than is required for normal body function. However, there are still many opinions in society that think that obese children are healthy. Objective: This research aims to analyze the relationship between family diet and the incidence of obesity in school children in RT 006 RW. 069 Subdistrict 16 Ulu Palembang. Methodology: The research method is collecting data by direct interviews with respondents and analyzing the data. Results: There were 75% of respondents adopting eating patterns that were not good for their children and 25% of respondents adopting eating patterns that were good for their children. Conclusion: This research shows a p value of 0.016, meaning there is a relationship between eating patterns and incidents. obesity in children with an OR of 8.31, meaning that children who adopt poor eating patterns have an 8.31 chance of experiencing obesity.
Aesthetic-Based of Technology Acceptance Model: A Case of Aesthetic Clinic in Thailand
Authors: Puchita Sukheewattana
Published: May 2024

Recent studies within the beauty industry, employing the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), has predominantly directed its focus towards functional factors, neglecting to adequately address emotional facets such as Perceived Aesthetics. This study investigates the aesthetic aspects of technology through the lens of the Technology Acceptance Model, leveraging questionnaire-based data obtained from a sample of 529 participants aged 18 and above who have experienced the services at aesthetic clinics in Thailand. The dataset underwent meticulous examination to elucidate interrelationships among variables, and the proposed conceptual framework was validated using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results unveiled a significant correlation between service quality and the acceptance of the aesthetic clinic application. Service quality was delineated into four distinct factors: Platform Quality, Interaction Quality, Information Quality, and Personalized Quality, which encompassed perceived value attributes such as Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Trust, and Perceived Aesthetics. Information Quality displayed notable significance as a driver for Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Perceived Aesthetics, whereas Interaction Quality emerged as a dominant influencer of Perceived Trust. The study revealed the pivotal role of mediator variables, including Perceived Ease of Use and Perceived Aesthetics, as crucial factors for application acceptance. This study conclusively affirms the significant impact of Perceived Aesthetics on adopting aesthetic clinic applications and suggests it as an additional dimension for the Technology Acceptance Model. As a result, the finding is poised to significantly contribute to future research endeavors within the beauty industry.
Pharmacy Students’ perceptions on distance learning: A case of COVID-19
Authors: Yumrukaya Leyla , Altınsoy Gizem Nur , Yeğenoğlu Selen
Published: May 2024

Online distance learning systems gained importance during school closures all over the world after the COVID-19 outbreak. Pharmacy schools in Türkiye were also affected by these changes and educational activities which shifted to online distance education. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the attitudes of pharmacy students concerning distance education during the pandemic regarding their gender, infrastructural issues, having separate rooms, classes, residency areas and the number of theoretical and applied courses. We conducted an online cross-sectional survey. Thus, a total of 380 pharmacy students participated from pharmacy schools in Türkiye. Perceptions of pharmacy students were compared as per their demographical and educational status. Except gender variable, no significant difference was found among the students. Switching to online distance education formed as a response to the crisis in the pandemic. Although student perceptions from different disciplines have been examined in the existing literature, pharmacy students’ perceptions remained limited. Hence, it is important to understand and point out the students’ perceptions of online distance education in pharmacy schools to be prepared for future emergencies.
An Exploration of Two Different Models of Leadership for Youth Justice Reform
Authors: Butcher Luke , Day Andrew , Malvaso Catia
Published: May 2024

Youth justice in Australia is at a crossroads. A series of recent reviews and inquiries have called for major reform of the sector and identified the need to develop and deliver new and different ways of working. And yet implementing change in youth justice has proven difficult, with an absence of strong and effective leadership identified as a particular issue that constrains progress. In this paper we describe two different models of public service leadership – a ‘transformational leadership’ approach that is widely used in healthcare, and a ‘coherence leadership’ approach developed specifically for use in education. We use these to illustrate how youth justice leaders and leadership teams might approach the task of conceptualizing and delivering an agenda for reform and continuous improvement. We conclude by arguing that it is only by adopting a strategic approach to organizational and cultural change that leaders will be able to successfully engage and equip the workforce to deliver effective justice services for children and young people across Australia and elsewhere.
Constructing Success: Unveiling Leadership Styles in the Construction Industry in North Macedonia
Authors: Hristova Snezhana , Handjiski Venera Krliu
Published: May 2024

Leadership plays a pivotal role in navigating the complexities of modern workplaces, particularly within the dynamic landscape of the construction industry. This study, sought to explore the utilization and effectiveness of seven distinct leadership styles: autocratic, democratic, transactional, transformational, paternalistic, charismatic, and laissez-faire. Drawing insights from 88 participants across diverse roles within the construction sector, this research sheds light on the prevalence of different leadership approaches and their impact on organizational dynamics. The findings underscore the prominence of charismatic and democratic leadership styles among successful leaders, while highlighting the relatively lower incidence of autocratic and laissez-faire styles. Practical considerations arising from these results emphasize the importance of cultivating charismatic qualities, enhancing democratic collaboration, and exploring transformative leadership approaches to drive success and sustainability within construction projects.
Disrupt and unlock? The role of actors in urban adaptation path-breaking
Authors: Teebken Julia
Published: May 2024

Despite the growing demands in what urban adaptation (policy) is expected to address (e.g. systemic injustices), incremental responses are the norm. The role of different actors is investigated for maintaining and breaking path-dependencies in Atlanta, Georgia, US: (1) the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience (MOSR), (2) the Atlanta Beltline Partnership (ABP), and (3) the Stop COP-City/Defend the Atlanta Forest Movement (SCCM). A mixed-method research approach consists of participant observation, document analysis, and interviews. The findings contribute to a better understanding of different forms of disruption and the role actors play in maintaining, reinforcing, and unlocking transformative adaptation pathways. The study shows how the MOSR serves to maintain status quo adaptation pathways. The ABP reinforces status quo interests by disrupting ‘from the middle.’ The SCCM disrupts urban (adaptation) governance ‘from below’ with potential for unlocking new pathways through exposing ‘the Atlanta Way,’ developing new organizational structures and imaginaries that reconcile different struggles of oppression. Whereas actors who disrupt from ‘the middle’ are perceived as a legitimate part of politics, actors who disrupt ‘from below’ are impeded by incumbent actors and their use of disproportionate repression strategies.
Practice relevance
The goals, organization, and strategies used by different actors in urban adaptation governance reveal how disruption may be identified and whether this leads to unlocking transformative adaptation pathways. All cases are representative of different urban adaptation governance practices, some of which (initially) actively challenged dominant status quo imaginaries of human–nature relationships and associated power relations. Three terrains of disruption are introduced: ‘disruption from above,’ ‘disruption from the middle,’ and ‘disruption from below.’ This differentiation challenges common assumptions of social movements as the only ‘disruptors’ by hinting at the embeddedness of political status in different variants of disruption. The use of force against ‘disruption from below’ unveils a problematic understanding and practices of politics that undermine democratic processes. There is a need to politically (re)engage a different understanding of politics that may as well be ‘disruptive from below’ in the sense of introducing something new and interrupting the established.
The FAIR Assessment Conundrum: Reflections on Tools and Metrics
Authors: Candela Leonardo , Mangione Dario , Pavone Gina
Published: May 2024

Several tools for assessing FAIRness have been developed. Although their purpose is common, they use different assessment techniques, they are designed to work with diverse research products, and they are applied in specific scientific disciplines. It is thus inevitable that they perform the assessment using different metrics. This paper provides an overview of the actual FAIR assessment tools and metrics landscape to highlight the challenges characterising this task. In particular, 20 relevant FAIR assessment tools and 1180 relevant metrics were identified and analysed concerning (i) the tool’s distinguishing aspects and their trends, (ii) the gaps between the metric intents and the FAIR principles, (iii) the discrepancies between the declared intent of the metrics and the actual aspects assessed, including the most recurring issues, (iv) the technologies used or mentioned the most in the assessment metrics. The findings highlight (a) the distinguishing characteristics of the tools and the emergence of trends over time concerning those characteristics, (b) the identification of gaps at both metric and tool levels, (c) discrepancies observed in 345 metrics between their declared intent and the actual aspects assessed, pointing at several recurring issues, and (d) the variety in the technology used for the assessments, the majority of which can be ascribed to linked data solutions. This work also highlights some open issues that FAIR assessment still needs to address.
Rezension von: Brenz, Johannes, Frühschriften, Teil I
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Brenz Johannes
Published: May 2024

Johannes Brenz : Frühschriften, Teil I. Hrsg. von Martin Brecht, Gerhard Schäfer und Frieda Wolf. Tübingen: Mohr 1970. 303 S.
Rezension von: Weik, Helmut, Die Agrar- und Wirtschaftsverhältnisse des Fürstentums Hohenlohe im 18. Jahrhundert
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Weik Helmut
Published: May 2024

Helmut Weik : Die Agrar- und Wirtschaftsverhältnisse des Fürstentums Hohenlohe im 18. Jahrhundert. Diss. Köln 1969. 227 S.
Rezension von: Marstaller, Gotthilf, St. Michael Schwäbisch Hall
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Marstaller Gotthilf
Published: May 2024

G. Marstaller : St. Michael. Schwäbisch Hall. o. J. (1970), 33 S., 16 (farbige) Bildseiten. DM 2,20.
Rezension von: Vatter, Otto, Vermischte Gedichte
Authors: Autorenlos  , Vatter Otto
Published: May 2024

Otto Vatter: Vermischte Gedichte. Pfade abseits. Schwäbisch Hall: Eppinger 1970. 101 S. DM 9,-
Rezension von: Jahrbuch für die Stadt Weinsberg 1969
Authors: Wunder Gerd
Published: May 2024

Jahrbuch 1969 für die Stadt Weinsberg mit dem Weinsberger Hauskalender 1970. 160 S.
Rezension von: Borst, Otto, Über Alt-Esslingen
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Borst Otto
Published: May 2024

Otto Borst: Über Alt-Esslingen, Wandlungen eines Stadtgesichts. Hrsg. vom Kulturamt der Stadt Esslingen am Neckar. 472 S., Ill., 2 Karten. DM 17,80.
Rezension von: Mühl, Albert; Seidel, Kurt, Die Württembergischen Staatseisenbahnen
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Mühl Albert , Seidel Kurt
Published: May 2024

Albert Mühl und Kurt Seidel: Die Württembergischen Staatseisenbahnen. Stuttgart-Aalen: K. Theiß. 311 S., Ill., mit zahlreichen Skizzen. DM 49,-
Rezension von: Hootz, Reinhardt (Hrsg.), Baden-Württemberg
Authors: Ulshöfer Kuno , Hootz Reinhardt
Published: May 2024

Deutsche Kunstdenkmäler. Ein Bildhandbuch. Baden-Württemberg. Herausgegeben von Reinhardt Hootz. München: Deutscher Kunstverlag 1970. 2. Aufl. XVIII, 445 S., davon 368 Bildtafeln.
Rezension von: Heuschele, Otto, Schönes Württemberg
Authors: Wunder Gerd , Heuschele Otto
Published: May 2024

Württemberg. Bilder eines deutschen Landes. Einleitung von Otto Heuscheie. Frankfurt: W. Weidlich, 3. Aufl. 1969. 24 S., 112 Tfl. DM 24,80.
A SUPERVISED LEARNING APPROACH WITH RESIDUAL ATTENTION CONNECTIONS
Authors: Hamza Alı , Ismail Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Our study aims to improve speech quality despite background noise, which often disrupts clear communication. We focus on developing efficient and effective models that work well on devices with limited resources. We draw inspiration from computational auditory scene analysis techniques to train our models to differentiate speech from background noise while keeping computational demands low. We introduce two models: CRN-WRC (Convolutional Recurrent Network without Residual Connections) and CRN-RCAG (Convolutional Recurrent Network with Residual Connections and Attention Gates). Our thorough testing shows that our models significantly enhance speech quality and understanding, even in noisy environments with varying background noise levels. Notably, the CRN-RCAG model consistently outperforms the CRN-WRC, particularly in handling untrained noise types. We achieve impressive results by integrating residual connections and attention gates into our models while maintaining computational efficiency.
The Financial Gap in MSME Sector: A Review of Literature for the Period of 2014 to 2023
Authors: Sharma Mr. Praveen , Sharma Dr. Rashmi
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The study aimed to determine the financial gap in the MSME Sector, analysing the factors responsible for this gap, and probable solution. The term financial gap refers to the disparity between financial requirements of MSMEs and their capacity to secure adequate financing options. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study adopted a systematic literature review of selected papers published during 2014 to 2023 by applying keyword MSME; Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises; Financial Gap. Findings: The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector plays a crucial role in the economic development of the country. Despite the fact of such contribution, the MSMEs are facing various challenges viz. lack of skilled manpower, scarcity of raw material, and a significant challenge of financial gap. Lender’s perception of high risk inherited in MSME financing, insistence for adequate collateral security is challenge for MSMEs in their pursuit of securing the funding. On the other hand lack of transparency in information disclosed by MSMEs presents a challenge for financial institutions while evaluating the creditworthiness of MSMEs. Practical Implications: The study founds its relevance among MSME owners and financial institutions. Lenders shall be assisted by considering a cash flow based lending approach instead of collateral based lending. Originality: Numerous studies have discussed the problems of MSME sector. Nevertheless, only few studies have been attempted to address the financial gap in MSME factor.
A Study To Highlight How An Educational Instructor’s Empathy Quotient Affects Their Student’s Academic Achievements.
Authors: S Sree Durga , G Sangeetha
Published: May 2024

Academic results across Indian schools, except for those in Rajasthan and Punjab, have shown a decline since 2017, indicating a widening learning gap due to pandemic disruptions. The National Achievement Survey, 2021, based on exams from 1.18 lakh schools in 720 districts, evaluated students' proficiency in environmental science, language, and math. Except for Punjab and Rajasthan, all states and Union Territories scored below the national average reported in the 2017 survey. Despite some improvements in math scores, the overall performance decreased. Kerala, Punjab, and Rajasthan ranked highest, while Telangana, Arunachal Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh ranked lowest in academic performance. Teachers with high emotional intelligence (EI) can focus on the emotional aspects of learning and teaching exchanges (Mortiboys, 2005), which can directly create a positive atmosphere in the classroom to make the course more interesting and enjoyable (Miri and Pishghadam, 2021). Previous research has found a close relationship between teachers' EI and student learning. This research aims to ascertain the degree to which Palakkad district, Kerala teachers' empathy quotient affects their students' academic achievement. The study looked at how parameters like age, gender, educational attainment, years of teaching experience, and COVID-19 influences affected the determination of teaching efficacy. A computerized survey was used to gather information from Palakkad district, Kerala, India's private and public schools. The study's participants included full-time instructors working in schools of Palakkad district, Kerala. 246 school instructors answered the poll. The data were examined using ANOVA, independent sample t-test, and descriptive statistics along with the multiple regression. Necessary suggestions are made.
Assessing Physical Activity And Effect Of Health Education Intervention On Physical Activity, Cognition, And Functional Outcomes In Urban And Rural Elderly In Chengalpattu District Of Tamil Nadu
Authors: K Dr Bincy , A Dr Ezhil Muthalvan , P Dr Kaveri , MVM Dr Pradeep , M Dr Logaraj
Published: May 2024

Background: Regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining health and functional independence among the elderly population. This study aimed to assess physical activity levels and the impact of an educational intervention on physical activity, cognitive function, activities of daily living (ADL), and quality of life among urban and rural elderly adults. Material and Methods: A community-based intervention study was conducted from September 2023 to December 2023 among 100 elderly individuals (50 urban, 50 rural) aged ≥60 years in Kattankulathur block, India. Participants were assessed using structured questionnaire. Pre- and post-intervention assessments were conducted, and appropriate statistical analysis were performed. Results: The intervention resulted in significant improvements in PASE scores, OPQOL scores, and MMSE scores in both urban and rural groups (p<0.001). While no significant change was noted in ADL scores among urban participants (p=0.768), the rural cohort demonstrated a marginally significant improvement (p=0.05). These findings suggest the intervention effectively enhanced physical activity levels, quality of life, and cognitive function, irrespective of residential setting. However, the impact on activities of daily living was more pronounced among rural older adults. Conclusions: The health education intervention was effective in improving physical activity, quality of life, and cognitive function among elderly individuals.
Uncovering Dalit Women’s Resilience: A Study Of Urmila Pawar’s Autobiography The Weave Of My Life
Authors: Saini Arpita , Rathee Prof. Manjeet
Published: May 2024

Born into a Dalit family in Maharashtra in 1945, Urmila Pawar is a highly esteemed writer who is actively involved in advocating for the rights of Dalit community and promoting feminist cause. Urmila Pawar’s autobiography entitled The Weave of my Life was first released as Aaydan in 2003. It covers many themes including injustice, exploitation, hunger, poverty, and humiliation. The paper explores how dalit women adapts to the difficult and the challenging situations and find happiness in their work. The paper also deals with the influences in the author’s life which helped her in becoming a strong and independent woman. The everyday struggles of Dalit women and their socioeconomic issues in a caste-dominated society are also discussed in the paper.
Investment Challenges Faced By Working Women In Kerala: A Structural Equation Modelling Analysis
Authors: K. S Devayani. , Kalpana Dr. G.
Published: May 2024

This study examines the complex investment challenges faced by working women in Kerala and how various factors interact to shape their investment decisions. In previous studies, women's investment behaviour and broader economic challenges have been predominantly studied, but studies focused on working women's investment problems have received less attention. A modified version of the questionnaire was used to determine the constraints on the investment decision based on 17 constraints derived from prior research. This study uses structural equation modelling (SEM) to analyse the complex relationship between different factors in a survey of regular salaried working women of different ages, occupations, and income brackets. Our findings reveal important insights into the investment challenges working women face. We recognize the importance of financial literacy in influencing investment decisions and emphasise the need for targeted education programs. In conclusion, this study contributes to the growing body of knowledge about gender investment challenges by using SEM analysis.
Linguists' Perspectives on the Role of Linguistic Knowledge in Treating Speech and Language Disorders
Authors: Dr. Muhammad Asif  , Dr. Shahid Ullah  , Shumaila Aman
Published: May 2024

The main purpose of the current research is to find out linguists' opinions regarding the use of linguistic expertise in the treatment of speech and language disorders. The viewpoint of linguists was obtained through a semi-structured interview. 32 linguists were interviewed who were PhDs and PhD candidates from several universities located in the Punjab. Thematic extraction and interview coding were done manually and some NVivo software tools were used to analyze the qualitative data. The results revealed that 25% of linguists believe that the contribution of linguistic knowledge in the treatment of speech and language disorders is very important, whereas 75% believe it to be insignificant. The findings indicate that Pakistani linguists are contributing less to the management of language and speech impairments. Only 3.12% of linguists have stated that they are interested in speech-language difficulties. The study recommends that linguists should learn more about linguistic disabilities and conduct further studies on speech and language disorders.
Desarrollo económico, corrupción y transparencia fiscal: relaciones y propuestas
Authors: Reyes Diego
Published: May 2024

Analizar y estudiar la relación entre la corrupción, la transparencia fiscal, y el desarrollo económico, constituye un camino para detectar y prevenir problemas que afectan el desempeño económico de los países, violentan las libertades fundamentales de las personas y dificultan que estas gocen de vidas plenas, prolongadas y saludables. El presente trabajo se concentrará en un estudio de correlaciones, que pretende encontrar evidencia sobre las relaciones entre la transparencia fiscal, la corrupción y el desarrollo económico. Para ello, se analizan para un grupo de países seleccionados aleatoriamente, las correlaciones entre: transparencia fiscal y desarrollo económico durante el período 2006-2012; corrupción y desarrollo económico durante el período 2012-2021; y transparencia fiscal y corrupción durante el período 2012-2021.
Una mirada de las élites Song a las vestimentas de los “bárbaros”: la descripción de los ropajes de los Liao en la anotación 9 del Mengxi Bitan
Authors: Santillán Gustavo , Di Doménico Luciano
Published: May 2024

Este trabajo analiza la anotación 9 de la obra Conversaciones con el Pincel en el Arroyo de los Sueños (Mèngxī Bǐtán 夢溪筆談), escrita en torno a 1087 por el letrado Shen Kuo (1031-1095), de la dinastía Song del Norte. En la nota se describen las vestimentas del pueblo kitán, ante cuya corte Shen fue embajador del Estado Song, en 1075. El trabajo examina y comenta la anotación a partir de su contexto sociopolítico y de ciertas formas expositivas características de los letrados chinos, para así elucidar la opinión de Shen Kuo sobre los kitán.
Ảnh hưởng của mật độ và độ sâu mương đến hiệu quả nuôi tôm trong mô hình tôm sú – khóm tại Gò Quao – Kiên Giang
Authors: Dương Duy Duyệt , Danh Thị Trúc Mai , Mai Như Thủy , Lê Minh Hoàng
Published: May 2024

Nghiên cứu nhằm đánh giá ảnh hưởng của mật độ nuôi và độ sâu mương khóm đến tăng trưởng, tỷ lệ sống của tôm sú nuôi và hiệu quả nuôi tôm sú trong mô hình tôm – khóm tại Gò Quao, Kiên Giang. Kết quả nghiên cứu cho thấy có sự sai khác về tăng trưởng, tỷ lệ sống của tôm và lợi nhuận của vụ nuôi ở các mật độ nghiên cứu (P < 0,05). Sau 81 ngày nuôi, với mật độ 2 con/m2 tôm đạt khối lượng trung bình (34,18 ± 0,28 g/con) và tỷ lệ sống (55,08 ± 0,92%), tỷ suất lợi nhuận (159,38%) cao hơn so với các mật độ cao hơn (3, 4 và 5 con/m2). Độ sâu mương khóm cũng ảnh hưởng đến sinh trưởng, tỷ lệ sống và hiệu quả việc nuôi tôm sú trong mô hình tôm – khóm. Trong các mức độ sâu nghiên cứu, tôm nuôi ở mương khóm có độ sâu 1 m cho kết quả về tăng trưởng, tỷ lệ sống của tôm và tỷ hiệu quả kinh tế cao hơn so với tôm nuôi ở độ sâu 0,6; 0,8 và 1,2 m.
Từ khóa: mật độ, độ sâu, mô hình tôm - khóm, Gò Quao, Kiên Giang
Tối ưu hóa qui trình vận chuyển sống tôm càng xanh (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) không dùng nước
Authors: Đinh Thế Nhân , Nguyễn Phúc Cẩm Tú  , Lê Thế Lương  , Đào Nguyễn Quốc Huy
Published: May 2024

Nghiên cứu được thực hiện nhằm tìm ra qui trình tối ưu để vận chuyển sống tôm càng xanh không dùng nước. Thí nghiệm được thực hiện dựa trên 3 yếu tố với 16 nghiệm thức (NT) bao gồm: bốn loại giá thể khác nhau (ống nhựa HDPE, hạt nhựa Kaldnes, rơm rạ và vải vụn) x hai phương pháp gây mê (nước lạnh 15⁰C, nước lạnh 15⁰C + thuốc gây mê Isoeugernol nồng độ 50 ppm) x hai phương pháp đóng gói vận chuyển (không bơm ôxy và có bơm ôxy). Mỗi NT lập lại 3 lần trong thùng xốp có thể tích 5 L. Tôm thí nghiệm có khối lượng từ 55-60 g/con được chọn và đóng gói ngẫu nhiên với mật độ 10 con/thùng xốp. Thí nghiệm được khảo sát với 4 mức thời gian vận chuyển là 6, 9, 12 và 15 giờ. Kết quả thí nghiệm cho thấy tỷ lệ sống của tôm sau vận chuyển khác biệt có ý nghĩa (p<0,01) khi sử dụng các loại giá thể khác nhau, phương pháp gây mê khác nhau, phương pháp đóng gói khác nhau và thời gian vận chuyển khác nhau. Giá thể rơm rạ và vải vụn kết hợp phương pháp gây mê lạnh có thuốc mê và được đóng gói có bơm ôxy cho tỷ lệ sống của tôm đạt cao nhất (trên 80%) và thời gian vận chuyển cho phép lên đến 12 giờ. Tuy nhiên khi vận chuyển với thời gian ngắn từ 6 – 9 giờ thì có thể sử dụng giá thể ống nhựa HDPE hoặc hạt nhựa Kaldnes sẽ cho hiệu suất vận chuyển cao hơn.
Từ khóa: tôm càng xanh, qui trình vận chuyển, vận chuyển không nước
Khảo sát ảnh hưởng của phương pháp tách thịt và chế độ làm lạnh đến chất lượng hàu thịt (Crassostrea gigas) bảo quản lạnh
Authors: Bùi Trần Nữ Thanh Việt , Nguyễn Kỳ Sanh  , Trần Thị Huyền  , Trần Thanh Giang  , Phạm Thị  Minh Hải  , Ngô Thị Hoài Dương
Published: May 2024

Trong nghiên cứu này thịt hàu tươi được thu nhận từ nguyên liệu hàu sữa Thái Bình Dương (Crassostrea gigas) đã được nuôi lưu thanh lọc sinh học. Quá trình thu nhận thịt hàu được khảo sát trên các kích thước nguyên liệu khác nhau và phương pháp tách vỏ khác nhau (gia nhiệt và không gia nhiệt). Thịt hàu sau tách vỏ được rửa sạch và tiến hành bảo quản lạnh trong nước biển lạnh, nước muối lạnh (<4oC) ở các nồng độ khác nhau. Kết quả cho thấy nguyên liệu hàu trọng lượng 14-16 con/kg (chiều dài 8-10cm/ con) có tỷ lệ thu hồi thịt cao hơn so với các kích thước hàu còn lại. Phương pháp hấp có thời gian tách thịt ngắn nhất (3,5 phút). Thịt hàu tách bằng phương pháp hấp và không gia nhiệt đều có thể bảo quản đến 10 ngày trong nước muối lạnh ở nồng độ 3,4% vẫn giữ chất lượng tốt, so với mẫu đối chứng chỉ giữ chất lượng ổn định dưới 7 ngày.
Từ khóa: thịt hàu, bảo quản lạnh, hàu sữa Thái Bình Dương.
Nghiên cứu chế biến sản phẩm cá rô phi phi lê tẩm gia vị ăn liền
Authors: Đặng Thị Thu Hương , Nguyễn Thị Kim Loan  , Nguyễn Thị Thu Sinh  , Nguyễn Công Vôn
Published: May 2024

Cá rô phi phi lê được khử tanh trong dung dịch hỗn hợp: nước muối 3%+giấm gạo 0,3%; nước muối 3%; nước muối 3%+gừng 0,5%. Mẫu khử tanh tốt nhất được tẩm gia vị theo 4 công thức: đường 8%, hạt nêm 0,5%, bột ớt 6%, tiêu 2%, gừng 3%, tỏi 7%, tỷ lệ muối lần lượt: 4% (CT1), 3% (CT2), 2% (CT3), 1% (CT4)). Mẫu tẩm gia vị tốt nhất, được sấy sơ bộ bằng phương pháp sấy bức xạ hồng ngoại – bơm nhiệt theo 4 chế độ:  nhiệt độ 50℃; tốc độ gió: 1,5m/s; năng suất bức xạ: 129,4 w/m2, thời gian sấy lần lượt là 120 phút (CĐ1), 150 phút (CĐ2), 180 phút (CĐ3) và 210 phút (CĐ4). Mẫu sấy sơ bộ tốt nhất được làm chín theo 4 phương pháp: chiên ngập dầu, vi sóng (microwave), chiên không dầu, và nướng hồng ngoại. Kết quả cho thấy cá được khử tanh bằng dung dịch muối 3%; tẩm hỗn hợp gia vị: muối 1%, đường 8%, hạt nêm 0,5%, bột ớt 6%, tiêu 2%, gừng 3%, tỏi 7%; sấy sơ bộ ở 50℃/180 phút, tốc độ gió 1,5 m/s, năng suất bức xạ: 129,4 w/m2; làm chín bằng lò nướng hồng ngoại (lần 1: 50ºC/5 phút, lần 2: 125ºC/10 phút) cho chất lượng sản phẩm tốt nhất. Kết quả đánh giá chất lượng cảm quan sản phẩm đạt loại tốt theo TCVN 3215-79, các chỉ tiêu vi sinh, hóa lý đạt yêu cầu theo TCVN 6175-1:2017.
Từ khóa: rô phi phi lê, khử tanh, tẩm gia vị, sấy hồng ngoại
Thiết kế, chế tạo máy CMM (Coordinates Measuring Machine) đo thông số hình học chân vịt tàu thủy
Authors: Huỳnh Lê Hồng Thái  , Trần Đình Tứ  , Đỗ Xuân Lộc
Published: May 2024

Thực hiện đo và kiểm tra thông số hình học chân vịt là yêu cầu bắt buộc của các tổ chức đăng kiểm trước khi lắp đặt chân vịt lên tàu. Hiện nay có nhiều phương pháp và thiết bị chuyên dùng để đo và kiểm tra thông số hình học chân vịt tàu thủy, ứng với mỗi loại đều có chức năng và giá thành khác nhau. Bài báo này trình bày kết quả nghiên cứu thiết kế và chế tạo thiết bị đo CMM dùng đo thông số hình học chân vịt tàu cá bao gồm: bước xoắn, biên dạng cánh, tỉ số mặt đĩa, đường kính chân vịt. Ứng dụng thiết bị này để đo thực tế cho chân vịt tàu cá, cũng như đánh giá một số yếu tố về độ bền, độ chính xác của thiết bị.
Từ khóa: Chân vịt tàu thủy; máy CMM; thông số hình học; tàu cá
Nghiên cứu mô phỏng dòng lưu chất qua vỏ tàu cá có xét ảnh hưởng của chân vịt và bánh lái
Authors: Huỳnh Lê Hồng Thái  , Trần Đình Tứ
Published: May 2024

Nghiên cứu này khảo sát đặc điểm trường dòng lưu chất có độ nhớt đi qua vỏ tàu cá Việt nam có xét ảnh hưởng của chân vịt và bánh lái bằng phương pháp mô phỏng CFD (Computaional Fluid Dynamics). Phương phương mô phỏng CFD sử dụng kết hợp 2 công cụ chính là OrCA3D Marine CFD và Simerics cho tác vụ xây dựng mô hình hình học, tạo lưới, thiết lập điều kiện biên, môi trường mô phỏng và giải hệ phương trình RANS ( Reynolds Averages Naviers Stokes) của dòng lưu chất đi qua vỏ tàu cá. Có hai kết quả chính của nghiên cứu này. Kết quả thứ nhất về phương pháp mô phỏng CFD, sử dụng kết hợp sử dụng bộ công cụ phần mềm mới, OrCA3D và Simerics giúp kiểm soát chủ động được thông tin đầu vào cho tàu mô phỏng như lượng chiếm nước, nghiêng dọc, vận tốc tàu, trạng thái dòng chảy quanh vỏ tàu; tiết kiệm khoảng 70% thời gian thao tác tạo lưới quanh chân vịt và cài đặt thông số so với sử dụng phần CFD tổng quát khác như StarCMM++, Ansys CFD, Open FOAM. Kết quả thứ hai về trường lưu chất, tại tốc độ khai thác tàu 10 knots, lực cản qua vỏ tàu khi có chân vịt và bánh lại tương ứng với ba chế độ tải tại mớn nước d =1,848, 153 và 1,323 lần lượt tăng lên 13,95%, 9,5% và 7,53% so với trường hợp dòng lưu chất qua vỏ tàu không. Biểu đồ phân bố vận tốc và áp suất tại vùng đuôi tàu có sai khác rõ rệt khi có sự có chân vịt và bánh lái. Cụ thể, trong biểu đồ phân bố vận tốc dạng vector, kích vùng xoáy tại vùng đuôi tàu có xu hướng nhỏ hơn do có tác động của chân vịt. 
Từ khóa: Phân bố vận tốc, Phân bố áp suất, CFD, dòng lưu chất, chân vịt
Policy of the Emperor Nicholas I towards the Uniate Church and the Polish uprising 1830–1831
Authors: Komzolova A. A.
Published: May 2024

The reign of Emperor Nicholas I began under the slogan of “continuing the reign” of Emperor Alexander I. Initially, he did not aim to alter the governmental system in the western provinces, which had been established under his predecessor. However, by the second half of the 1820s, there was a gradual departure from the previous course, particularly in the realms of educational and religious policy. The young emperor rejected any encroachments on the territorial integrity of the Russian Empire. He regarded Russia’s possession of the “Lithuanian heritage” of Empress Catherine the Great as historically justified. Nicholas I and his officials considered the Polish rebellion of 1830–1831 as a continuation of the revolutionary unrest in Europe that commenced with the July Revolution in Paris. After the suppression of the rebellion, the process of forming a new political governance model for the Western Region commenced. Nicholas I’s strategy for integrating the western provinces included key elements such as aligning the local government system with models common throughout the Russian Empire, fully incorporating the Polish nobility into the empire’s elite, strengthening all-Russian institutions, introducing the Russian language into local judicial proceedings and educational institutions, gradual Russian colonization of border territories, and more. Even before 1830-1831, Nicholas I demonstrated his intention not only to halt the polonization of the Uniate Church but also to foster closer ties between Greek Catholics and the Orthodox Church. After the suppression of the Polish rebellion, the liquidation of several Catholic and Uniate monasteries and the secularization of church property became significant developments in the realm of confessional politics. While the overall participation of the Uniate clergy in the rebellion was insignificant, reports of mutinous activities among the Basilian monks resonated greatly in Saint Petersburg. The article explores Emperor Nicholas I and his officials’ assessment of the religious factor in the Polish rebellion of 1830–1831 in the western provinces, as well as the significance they attributed to the loyalty of the highest hierarchs of the Uniate Church.
What's in a Name? The Place of Language in the Naming of Programmes in the Zambian Radio and Television Industry
Authors:   University of Zambia, Chilala Cheela
Published: May 2024

The old Shakespearian rhetorical question, 'What's in a name?'’' comes to the fore when we examine the names given to programmes by Zambian radio and television stations. While most people are not bothered by such names and would argue that it is the content of the programmes that is paramount, not the names thereof, it may be argued that the names are worth analysing from the perspective of onomastics, which is the scientific study of names and naming systems. No study has been conducted on the names of radio and television programmes in Zambia, and this is the lacuna that this study is concerned with. The study is qualitative in nature and analyses names of programmes in both public and private media houses. More specifically, the study concerns itself with the language used in the naming – that is, whether local names are used apart from English names and if so, which Zambian languages are the local names associated with. The findings reveal that none of the media houses selected for the study has a formal or written policy on language use. The naming of programmes tends to follow a linguistic pattern similar to what obtains with regard to the use of language: the public media has more programmes with names in local languages than the private media. Ultimately, however, the findings of this study underline the fact that there is no formal language policy guiding the affairs of the nation. It may be concluded, therefore, that the situation cannot be corrected or ameliorated without a clear language policy at national level.
CFD Assessment of COVID-19 Infection Risk in Naturally Ventilated Detached Houses
Authors: Tantasavasdi Chalermwat , Rianngon Thawanrat , Inprom Natthaumporn
Published: May 2024

The airborne nature of COVID-19 dispersion has considerably impacted architectural and ventilation system designs. This research studies the COVID-19 infection risk in typical naturally ventilated detached houses in Thailand. Influencing parameters include the opening size and location of the infected person. Computational Fluid Dynamic was used to simulate the virus spreading in major spaces including the master bedroom, a bedroom and the living room. The Wells-Riley equation was adopted to assess personal infection risk (Pp) and area infection risk (Pa) in 12 case setups. The results reveal that opening size affects more on Pa than Pp. Increasing the opening-to-floor ratio in the range of 0.03 to 0.28 will reduce the Pa and Pp ratios in the range of 0.03 to 0.13 and 0.01 to 0.12, respectively. The location of the source, however, impacts more on Pp than Pa ratios. It varies the trend of the infection risk in the range as high as 0.69 to 0.70 according to other factors including the location of other occupants and the outlet openings.
Il consumo di ayahuasca per fini cultuali: il Santo Daime tra ordine pubblico sanitario e libertà religiosa
Authors: Miccichè Andrea
Published: May 2024

The consumption of ayahuasca for cultic purposes: public health order and religious freedom

ABSTRACT: The article is inspired by the arguments contained in judgement no. 9897 of 2023 of the Council of State, which rejected the appeal against the inclusion of ayahuasca in the table of psychotropic substances. This narcotic is used in small quantities in the celebrations of the Churches of Daime, so the issue gains importance in identifying the conditions for the exercise of religious freedom and, in particular, freedom of worship. Since article 19 of the Constitution expressly refers only to good customs in religious rites as a limit to religious freedom, the paper will recognize, in the light of doctrine and courts’ judgements, some interpretative parameters aimed at promoting the balance between freedom of worship, right to health, the autonomy of the religious denomination in establishing liturgical principles and norms, the self- determination of individuals.
SOMMARIO: 1. Le Chiese del Santo Daime: origini, credo e struttura - 2. Il Santo Daime in Italia e la vicenda processuale: l’inserimento dell’ayahuasca nella tabella I del T.U. sugli stupefacenti - 3. Il Consiglio di Stato e l’approccio salomonico nel contemperamento della libertà religiosa e del diritto alla salute - 4. Alcune osservazioni: la libertà religiosa tra diritto pubblico subiettivo e interesse legittimo e l’eterno ritorno della clausola di ordine pubblico.
THE IMPACT OF SURAH AL-REHMAN RECITALS HEARING ON PAIN AND LENGTH OF ICU STAY
Authors: PERVAIZ R , ARIF B , RAZA S , JAVED M , ZARTASH S , WASEEM H
Published: May 2024

Background: Pain management is crucial for patients admitted to the ICU, particularly those with significant pain levels. Non-pharmacological interventions, including spiritual practices, have been proposed to alleviate pain. Objective: To evaluate the effects of listening to the Surah Al-Rehman on pain and length of stay (LoS) in the ICU and hospital among patients with a pain score greater than 5 on the visual analog scoring system (VAS). Study Design: Prospective case-control study. Setting: The study was conducted at Bahria Town International Hospital Lahore. Duration of Study: September 2021 to August 2023. Material and Methods: Patients who met the inclusion criteria (aged 18 years or older, ICU admission, VAS pain score >5, ability to engage with the investigator, signed consent form, no hearing impairments, and no hemodynamic disturbances, minimum stay of four days at ICU) were enrolled. The intervention group (n=50) listened to Surah Al-Rehman for 20 minutes thrice daily for seven days. The control group (n=50) received standard care. Pain levels were measured using a numerical scale (0-10) at baseline and on the fourth day. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21. Results: The study included 100 patients admitted to the Department of Internal and Critical Care Medicine at Bahria International Hospital Lahore. Baseline pain levels were similar between groups. Post-intervention, the intervention group reported significantly lower pain scores (4.59 ± 2.41) than the control group (5.54 ± 2.64, p=0.03). A paired t-test showed a significant reduction in pain scores within the intervention group (p=0.03). The intervention group also had a significantly shorter ICU length of stay (LoS) (5.1 ± 4.18 vs. 6.41 ± 4.25 days, p<0.05) and hospital LoS (10.54 ± 3.45 vs. 15.84 ± 6.36 days, p<0.05). Conclusion: Listening to the Surah Al-Rehman significantly reduced pain and shortened ICU and hospital stays for patients admitted with high pain levels. These findings suggest that incorporating spiritual care, such as Quran recitation, may enhance postoperative recovery and reduce the need for pharmacological pain management.
HR-XRD and AFM Analysis of AlN/SiC Structures for Optoelectronic Device Applications
Authors: Bayal Özlem , Demir Durmuş , Bılgılı Ahmet Kürşat , Kaya Naki , Öztürk Mustafa Kemal , Kalaycı Şükrü
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we examined the successful growth of AlN on SiC substrate using molecular beam epitaxy technique (MBE). The AlN buffer layers are grown with (100, 130, 140 and 150 nm) thickness. XRD technique was used to analyze the four samples of Wurtsite structure including strain cases, dislocation densities and other micro-structural properties. XRD peak broadening data are used to determine crystallite size and strain values by using Williamson-Hall (WH) method. High resolution X-Ray Diffraction (HR-XRD) peak analysis method is used with Scherrer, WH, modified WH, uniform deformation model (U-DM), uniform stress deformation model (US-DM), uniform deformation energy density model (UDE-DM). Crystallite size, strain, stress, energy density values are determined by using young module. According to the results obtained from our data, it is observed that the energy value sharply decreases and then increases. This behavior of energy density is consistent with the strain and stress behaviors. It has been noticed that AlN buffer layers grown without tension and relaxation are more suitable for optoelectronic devices. Therefore, it is understood that the thickness values of AlN buffer layers are important.
DIREITO DO TRABALHADOR À DESCONEXÃO DIGITAL
Authors: Almeida Saulo Nunes de Carvalho
Published: May 2024

O direito à desconexão digital corresponde aoreconhecimento de emergente campo de batalha dos direitossociais. Trata-se de um resultado lógico do avançar da evoluçãode novas tecnologias de comunicação, especialmente frente àdifusão de aplicativos de mensagens, que tem levado a atividadelaboral clássica a experimentar severas modificações. Uma dessasalterações repousa em novas formas de manter a subordinaçãojurídica, vinculando uma “conexão” do trabalhador com a empresa(“controle virtual”), mesmo quando esse se encontra fora de seuambiente e horário de trabalho. Um cenário que, atualmente, nãoenseja em qualquer obrigação de contraprestação pecuniária porparte do empregador. O procedimento metodológico que norteouo desenvolvimento desse estudo foi descritivo e exploratório,estruturado em uma pesquisa bibliográfica e documentaladotada com o intuito de promover uma compreensão precisados institutos jurídicos constitucionais e trabalhistas analisados.Concluiu-se pela necessidade de positivação normativa de umdireito à desconexão digital do trabalhador, assegurando, comisso, todo um plexo de garantias fundamentais atreladas a tutelado tempo livre para descanso e lazer.
PNAE E A POLÍTICA PÚBLICA DE FOMENTO DA AGRICULTURA FAMILIAR EM MUNICÍPIOS ALAGOANOS:
Authors: Montes Netto Carlos Eduardo , Mattos Isabella , Nunes Danilo Henrique
Published: May 2024

O Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolarpossui diretrizes intersetoriais que fomentam o fortalecimentoda agricultura familiar e incentivam as economias locais.Considerou-se para o presente trabalho a obrigatoriedade dadestinação de no mínimo 30% dos recursos para a aquisição dealimentos provenientes da agricultura familiar. O objetivo dapesquisa é analisar essa política pública, as suas diretrizes nocombate à fome e a sua forma de cumprimento, sob a ótica dopacto federativo. Foi realizada uma pesquisa quantitativa baseadana revisão de literatura e documental, com base nos dadoscoletados na plataforma do Fundo Nacional de Desenvolvimento
da Educação e Censo Agropecuário do ano de 2017. Selecionou-se, representativamente, uma amostra de vinte municípios
alagoanos, cujo critério foi a quantidade, em porcentagem, deagricultores familiares, ou seja, as dez maiores e as dez menores.Inferiu-se que a diretriz do programa deixa de ser cumprida pelagrande maioria dos municípios alagoanos, demonstrando possívelnegligência Estatal no dever/fazer dever/prestar desta política,impactando na concreção do direito social à alimentação, dosobjetivos fundamentais da República Federativa do Brasil e dosprincípios que devem nortear a ordem econômica.