bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Land Use and Land Cover Change on Water Quality in Lake Victoria Catchment: A Case Study of Nkangabile River at Nyegezi Bay, Tanzania
Authors: Mashafi Charles A , Mabula Makemie , Semba Masumbuko , Ezekiel Charles N , Kashindye Benedicto , Salehe Mwanahamisi A , Mrosso Hillary DJ , Kayanda Robert , Kimirei Ismael A
Published: October 2024

Understanding the trends and impacts of anthropogenic activities in the water basins and catchments is key to the effective management and conservation of aquatic environments.  This study analyses the land use and land cover (LULC) changes in the Nkangabile catchment and their impacts on water quality in the Nyegezi Bay of Lake Victoria, Tanzanian side. GIS and Remote sensing techniques were used to analyze the multi-temporal changes in LULC that occurred in the past 30 years from 1983 to 2013, split into four epochs of 10-year intervals. The changes in LULC were analyzed using image differencing and cross-tabulation for pairwise methods. The results indicated an increasing deterioration of water quality and a considerable transformation of LULC between the four epochs and more so in the long-term period from 1983 to 2013. The study provides evidence that LULC changes are accelerated by anthropogenic activities that severely affect the ecosystem through increased water pollution. Balancing human activities through proper land use planning as well as conservation awareness are strongly recommended to ensure adequate protection of the Lake Victoria ecosystem.
Keywords:    Land use and Land cover change, Nkangabile catchment, Landsat, Support Vector Machine, Water quality
Conventional norms and the comparative constitutional law project
Authors: McLean Janet
Published: October 2024

This article takes seriously Saunders’ challenge to look beyond constitutional texts and institutions to identify norms of self-restraint which keep constitutions in good working order. It argues that, while scholars in the United Kingdom and New Zealand squarely acknowledge the importance of political practices and norms as part of their unwritten constitutions, they are not particularly good at either identifying what those norms are and the sociological mechanisms by which they are considered binding and are upheld. This has implications not just for understanding their own jurisdictions but for comparative law method more generally. It considers as examples the established convention that the monarch assents to bills; the less widely-recognised convention that politically neutral public servants have an obligation to give free and frank advice to Ministers; and the New Zealand Attorney-General’s obligation to act in a non-partisan way when recommending the appointments of judges.
The NFA Acceptance Hypothesis: Non-Combinatorial and Dynamic Lower Bounds
Authors: Bringmann Karl , Grønlund Allan , Künnemann Marvin , Larsen Kasper Green
Published: October 2024

We pose the fine-grained hardness hypothesis that the textbook algorithm for
the NFA Acceptance problem is optimal up to subpolynomial factors, even for
dense NFAs and fixed alphabets.
We show that this barrier appears in many variations throughout the
algorithmic literature by introducing a framework of Colored Walk problems.
These yield fine-grained equivalent formulations of the NFA Acceptance problem
as problems concerning detection of an $s$-$t$-walk with a prescribed color
sequence in a given edge- or node-colored graph. For NFA Acceptance on sparse
NFAs (or equivalently, Colored Walk in sparse graphs), a tight lower bound
under the Strong Exponential Time Hypothesis has been rediscovered several
times in recent years. We show that our hardness hypothesis, which concerns
dense NFAs, has several interesting implications:
- It gives a tight lower bound for Context-Free Language Reachability. This
proves conditional optimality for the class of 2NPDA-complete problems,
explaining the cubic bottleneck of interprocedural program analysis.
- It gives a tight $(n+nm^{1/3})^{1-o(1)}$ lower bound for the Word Break
problem on strings of length $n$ and dictionaries of total size $m$.
- It implies the popular OMv hypothesis. Since the NFA acceptance problem is
a static (i.e., non-dynamic) problem, this provides a static reason for the
hardness of many dynamic problems.
Thus, a proof of the NFA Acceptance hypothesis would resolve several
interesting barriers. Conversely, a refutation of the NFA Acceptance hypothesis
may lead the way to attacking the current barriers observed for Context-Free
Language Reachability, the Word Break problem and the growing list of dynamic
problems proven hard under the OMv hypothesis.
PEMBUATAN DODOL PAKEN (DURIO ZIBETHINUS SP.) KHAS KALIMANTAN PADA IBU PKK KELURAHAN MENTENG UNTUK MENDUKUNG EKONOMI KREATIF KOTA PALANGKA RAYA
Authors: Dwinanda Indah Gumilang , Adelia Kadek Ayu Cintya , Kurniati Ety , Putra Kharisma Nugraha , Thareq Subhan Ilham
Published: October 2024

During the current development period, economic value plays an increasingly important role and the existence of souvenir products is very promising as a business opportunity, plus there are tourism areas, especially in Palangka Raya. Therefore, this training and mentoring activity is encouraged and it is hoped that it can be used by PKK women as a very promising side activity. The more widespread the development of knowledge and skills in food product processing, the tighter the competition in the field of food product processing. Apart from processing, good food packaging that can attract buyers, this is something that needs to be improved. Papaken/Paken (Durio zibethinus sp.) A specific type of fruit that is widely found in Central Kalimantan and is a type of plant that has priority for development in the Multipurpose Tree Type (JPSG) development program. Paken is a plant that grows in almost all areas of Kalimantan. From the results achieved in the activity, the PKK team and women succeeded in making dodol made from paken from Palangka Raya, so it is hoped that in the future it can be produced as a typical Kalimantan souvenir
MENINGKATKAN KESADARAN KAUM MUDA TERHADAP PERPAJAKAN DI INDONESIA MELALUI PROGRAM SOSIALISASI PAJAK BAGI MAHASISWA FAKULTAS EKONOMI UNIVERSITAS DARMA PERSADA
Authors: Indriani A. , Saminem Saminem , Handayani E.N. , Sukardi Sukardi , Saprianto R.
Published: October 2024

The seminar "Tax Goes to Campus: Evidence of Care for the Country" was specifically designed to enhance tax awareness among students, emphasizing the crucial role of taxes in the development and welfare of the nation. Utilizing a dynamic and interactive approach, it effectively engaged participants, fostering a deeper comprehension of taxation's impact. The initiative's success was underscored by significant improvements in tax knowledge among attendees, as demonstrated by pre and post-evaluation results. This underscores the effectiveness of interactive educational programs in cultivating a responsible tax culture among the youth. The positive outcomes suggest a strong foundation for the development of further educational endeavours aimed at reinforcing tax awareness, highlighting the importance of such programs in educating and preparing the younger generation for their roles as informed citizens in a tax-compliant society
PENGENALAN MOCAF DAN OLAHANNYA SERTA STRATEGI BRANDING PRODUK BERBAHAN DASAR PANGAN LOKAL DALAM MENDUKUNG DIVERSIFIKASI PANGAN
Authors: Dewati Rosita , Arianti Yoesti Silvana , Harinta Yos Wahyu , Widyastuti Retno
Published: October 2024

The potential for developing mocaf as an effort to diversify food is supported by other government programs, young entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurial skills can be instilled from high school students in the Wonogiri Regency. This program is carried out by looking at the potential for building entrepreneurship by high school students from local food ingredients that can be developed, in this case mocaf flour and its processed products. Building products and businesses requires several strategies so that products gain a position in the market through product branding. Through product branding, a business can give the best impression of its product to consumers. This activity was declared successful with an indicator of increasing participants' knowledge and skills of 31.88%, which included increasing knowledge in terms of making mocaf flour and processing products as well as product branding. The implementation of this program is expected to be able to provide value added to cassava products and motivate students to develop cassava as a superior local product thereby improving the economic level of the community in Pracimantoro District, Wonogiri Regency
EDUKASI PENCEGAHAN JEBAKAN PINJAMAN ONLINE ILEGAL KEPADA WARGA TAMBAK BOYO RAYA
Authors: Puspitasari Wahyu , Permanasari Rusdiana , Novasari Linda , Hani’ah Khoiriana Nur , Haliza Mutiara Nur
Published: October 2024

The development of digital technology in Indonesia occurs every year, as well as the development of information and communication technology has opened up new opportunities in the financial world. With the advancement of digital technology, there have been many changes in all sectors in companies and other institutions, changes in sectors that have undergone changes, one of which is the financial sector with the emergence of Financial Technology (Fintech) or known as financial technology that has just been pioneered, one example is Online Loans. The presence of this Online Loan in addition to having positive benefits but we must not be careless regarding the negative impact, if you use an online loan application, because in the fintech finance business application, many illegal online loans are found that are not registered with the Financial Services Authority (OJK). These illegal online loans often have unethical collection practices and are detrimental to borrowers, therefore we are urged to be smarter regarding their use. Like the phenomenon of cases that occurred, it is worth seeking the truth and the right solution experienced by the residents of Tambak Boyo Raya, they do not use the application, but the majority of them get bills related to online loans.
Our PKM activities use qualitative research methods, using case study methods, and using a work shop or talk-show approach, primary data, using comprehensive stages such as thorough observation, structured and in-depth interviews using pre-test and post-test questions related to PKM topics, and activity documentation in the form of activity photos, implementation videos, and mass media news. This PKM activity was held at the Banyu Mili Tambak Boyo Raya Multipurpose Building, Semarang City, attended by 70 participants from the Tambak Boyo Raya community, the resource person was the Head of the Public Service Education Sub-Division who provided interesting material, Guest Star who came from a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Economics, University of Semarang.
The results of the Community Service Activities obtained, namely our activities were successful and went well, the enthusiasm of the participants who attended with a positive response, the material discussed by the resource persons was very good and interesting
EDUKASI PEMBUATAN LILIN AROMATERAPI DARI MINYAK JELANTAH DI SMA NEGERI 1 PRACIMANTORO WONOGIRI
Authors: Setyarini Agung , Anwar M. Fathul , Retnaningsih Nugraheni
Published: October 2024

Used cooking oil is an oil that has been used repeatedly. This used cooking oil waste is harmful to health and is one of the sources of environmental pollution. The partners of this activity are students of SMAN 1 Pracimantoro Wonogiri. The purpose of this community service activity is to provide knowledge and understanding of the impact of the use and disposal of used cooking oil, provide information and knowledge about products that can be produced from used cooking oil waste, namely aroma therapy candles, and improve soft skills by making aroma therapy candles. The methods used are counseling and training. The form of activities is in the form of counseling and training. The methods used are lectures, demonstrations and exercises. Participants first listened to the material delivered by the community service team, then were trained to make aromatherapy candles from used cooking oil waste. The response of the participants to this activity was positive, this was shown by the enthusiasm of the participants in the discussion during the counseling. The result of the activity was an increase in knowledge about  the dangers of using used cooking oil, environmental pollution, and skills in making products from used cooking oil waste management in the form of aromatherapy candles by 12.2%
OPTIMALISASI PERAN PENYULUH KESEHATAN EDUKASI VIDEO ANIMASI MENINGKATKAN PENGETAHUAN USIA PRODUKTIF TERHADAP RESIKO ANEMIA DI SMAN I MATARAMAN KAB. BANJAR
Authors: Wahyunita Sari , Rahman Andri Nur , Yanie Akhmad , Ramadhani Aulia
Published: October 2024

Anemia is a global health problem that affects various age groups, including the productive age. Anemia in young women has a significant impact on productivity, including affecting their ability to concentrate, learn, and actively participate in school activities. This community service activity aims to optimize the role of the health extension team by using video education media to see the level of knowledge for female students productive age for anemia prevention at SMAN 1 Mataraman, Banjar Regency. The method used is pretest and postest using google form with a total of 89 female students. The results obtained in this activity were before being given an animated video with the results of a knowledge level of 52 people 58% (medium knowledge level) and after being given an animated video 77 people, 86% (good knowledge level). With increased knowledge, female students can understand and contribute With increased knowledge, young women can understand and contribute to healthy living, healthy diets, iron supplementation, and lifestyles that support the prevention of anemia
PERAN BAHASA DALAM KESEHATAN MENTAL DI LINGKUNGAN KERJA
Authors: Nugraha Deden Novan Setiawan , Sari Puspita , Susiyanti Susiyanti , Gunawan Hero , Dianita Dianita , Simatupang Ervina CM
Published: October 2024

This Community Service (PKM) activity was carried out to provide understanding and knowledge to the staff of Courtyard by Marriott Bandung Dago Hotel about the Role of Language in maintaining Mental Health in the Work Environment. The methods used in PKM are lectures, discussions, and exercises.  The results of the activity showed that, of the 23 participants who were staff of Courtyard by Marriott Bandung Dago Hotel, 14 (61%) people were experiencing  low burn out, 7 people (31%) were experiencing  moderate burn out, and 2 people (9%) were experiencing  high burn out. As for after receiving the material presentation, as many as 83% of participants stated that they had understood the material presented. In addition, participants also assessed that they had gained additional insights and new information about the role of language in maintaining mental health in the work environment
PENDAMPINGAN PENYELESAIAN SENGKETA TANAH OLEH POS BANTUAN HUKUM (POSBAKUM) PERADI DI PENGADILAN NEGERI DENPASAR
Authors: Antari Putu Eva Ditayani , Farhansyach Muhammad Daffa Figo
Published: October 2024

Many Indonesian people experience land disputes, not only in rural areas but also in urban areas. The land disputes experienced include various fights over land rights, falsification of land deeds, or the existence of duplicate certificates. These problems are often resolved through non-litigation efforts, especially negotiation and mediation. People rarely take the litigation route to resolve land disputes because of the high court fees charged by the courts, and court decisions are considered not to be executory. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out assistance activities in resolving land disputes prodeo (free of charge) by the legal aid post at the district court. The activity method is carried out by means of preliminary studies and document studies related to land disputes. Next, observe land disputes that occur in district courts. Then, interviews are carried out with parties experiencing land disputes so that they can be assisted in the land dispute judicial process. As a result, people who experience land disputes can get a resolution through a court decision with free court fees (prodeo)
PENERAPAN EDUTECH MELALUI DIGITAL MARKETING PADA SANTRI DI PESANTREN SIROJUL HUDA
Authors: Aryani Lina , Matondang Nurhafifah , Sufyati Sufyati
Published: October 2024

The large role of MSMEs in the growth of the Indonesian economy. The results of products that have been produced are better known to the public, so it is necessary to immediately carry out marketing, both conventional marketing and digital marketing. Digital marketing is a promotional activity for a brand or product using digital media connected to the internet. Partners are students at the Sirojul Huda Islamic Boarding School which is located in East Bogor District, Bogor City. There are several obstacles to the chosen object, such as the students have never received additional knowledge about how to start a business and the application of technology as a marketing medium. PKM activities aim to increase knowledge of marketing technology using digital media for the students of Pondok Sirojul Huda. The method of implementing service is carried out in several stages, namely preparation, implementation, evaluation and reporting. The results of the service activities provide insight for the students so that they are better prepared to determine their business and make it easier for the students to market their products through digital marketing. The conclusion of this service activity is providing new knowledge and skills for students in digital media
ДА ЛИ САРТРОВО УЧЕЊЕ О ПРЕРЕФЛЕКСИВНОМ COGITO-у МОЖЕ ОПОВРГНУТИ ФРОЈДОВУ ТЕОРИЈУ НЕСВЕСНОГ?
Authors:   Универзитет у Нишу, Филозофски факултет, Гласновић Каменовић Марија
Published: October 2024

Циљ нашег истраживања јесте да одговори на питање да ли се пре- ко Сартровог учења о пререфлексивном cogito-у може обезбедити платформа са које је могуће критиковати, па и оповргнути Фројдово учење о несвесном, и то у његовом најширем, дескриптивном смислу. Пробаћемо да утврдимо да, иако се Сартр експлицитно и на критички начин обраћа Фројду у поглављу Лоша вера (Биће и ништавило), свеобухватна и валидна критика се не може изградити без укључивања основних принципа Сартрове теорије о свести. Поред тога, циљ рада јесте и да се преко суочавања две различите теорије свести, отвори и питање заснованости једног од најзначајнијих сегмената Сартрове филозофије – учења о непозиционалној свести свести.
Solution-oriented Journalism
Authors: Delić Aščić Amela , Hrnjić Kuduzović Zarfa , Banjić Amira
Published: October 2024

In the interpretative framing of media reporting on youth, two approaches prevail: the first, problem-oriented and the second, positive or “soft” news oriented. There is a lack of a solution-oriented approach in which the problem would be presented within the same format, but also a solution that could be effective in a specific case, with young people, and not political and public office holders, as key actors in the story. The aim of this paper is to determine how students of journalism/communication in Bosnia and Herzegovina (B&H) perceive solutions journalism (short SoJo) and how media portals represent solutions in youth reporting. Two qualitative research methods were applied: a focus group survey among students of the Universities of Sarajevo, Banja Luka, Tuzla and Mostar (N=24) and a method of analysis of media texts on young people on five media portals in B&H (N=98). The results of the students’ surveys showed that they consider solutions journalism more purposeful than problematic ones, but also a threat to journalistic objectivity. As necessary conditions for engaging in this type of journalism, they identified training, editorial support, social sensitivity of journalists and financial stability of the media. The results of the qualitative analysis of articles on young people showed that the formats in which solutions are mentioned do not meet the criteria of SoJo stories. Although the stories on young people are mostly positively framed, they are told from the perspective of the management of institutions/organizations, not young people.
La inducción del personal en los estudiantes universitarios de Ate Vitarte
Authors: Zelada Flórez Edwin Andersson , La Cruz Arango Oscar David , Visurraga Camargo Luis Antonio , Tapia Meza Edwing Gonzalo , Romero-Carazas Rafael
Published: October 2024

El objetivo principal de este libro fue obtener una visión actualizada y detallada sobre el proceso de incorporación de personal en estudiantes universitarios de Ate Vitarte, Lima, en el año 2023. Se llevó a cabo una encuesta a través de un cuestionario específicamente diseñado, dirigido a estudiantes universitarios en Ate, cuyos resultados destacaron la importancia de la educación superior en la adquisición de habilidades y conocimientos profesionales. Se observó que una inducción adecuada en empresas peruanas tiene un impacto positivo en el desempeño laboral de los futuros empleados. La falta de información durante el proceso de inducción afecta negativamente el rendimiento de los colaboradores. La mayoría de los estudiantes en Ate Vitarte son jóvenes, económicamente dependientes y prefieren la educación presencial. En resumen, la ausencia de un proceso de inducción en las empresas puede disminuir la productividad y el éxito de los empleados.
Retos de la actividad física para la mujer universitaria: identificando y superando barreras. Una guía para comprender y enfrentar los desafíos en la actividad física académica
Authors: Heredia Arias Giovanni Jesus , Quinde Zambrano Luis Fernando , Guachi Loma Raquel Estefania , Franco Arroyo Pierina Paola , Coello Pinargote Lilian Monserrate , Vargas Chamba Ariana Melissa , Chamba Anguizaca Domenica del Rocío , Machoa Salazar Eulalia Teudacia
Published: October 2024

Este libro analiza las barreras que enfrentan las estudiantes universitarias para participar en actividades físicas, buscando comprender estas limitaciones y promover una cultura positiva en torno al ámbito físico en la UTMACH. Utilizando un enfoque mixto y descriptivo, se recopila datos mediante entrevistas y encuestas (Auto-informe ABPEF) aplicadas a docentes y coordinador de la carrera, quienes aportan sus perspectivas sobre las barreras y las necesidades de infraestructura y capacitación. Los resultados revelan que las principales barreras son la falta de infraestructura y la necesidad de formación en el área. Como solución, se propone un blog metodológico para mejorar la participación de las estudiantes en actividades físicas, desarrollado en tres fases: implementación del blog, socialización y elaboración de contenido en línea. El libro ofrece una guía completa para entender y superar los desafíos que impiden la participación activa de las mujeres universitarias en actividades físicas, enfocándose en soluciones prácticas y viables.
NOTES ON SHIRANI’S LAILA MAJNUN ILLUSTRATED FOR MOHAMMAD SHAH RANGILA
Authors: KAMRAN SADIA
Published: October 2024

The study is a stylistic investigation and a critical analysis of a previously undocumented illustrated manuscript of Laila Majnun. In doing so, it traces the development of book art in the Indian Subcontinent from antiquity to the later Mughal period. Various religious streams in India add up to the status of the book which is considered to be a sacred entity. Books are the portable treasures that help explain the complex issues of transculturation between different societies. These cultural influences speak of a fair and free intellectual cross-over between Persia, India and subsequent regional and provincial centers while establishing hegemony of Persian literature in Mughal India. Employing the pre-modern historiographic methodologies and relying upon the visual imagery as primary sources the study characterizes the later Mughal and provincial style as it metamorphoses from the luxurious, collectable imperial items to the everyday pocket size reader
Bladder adenocarcinoma: Role of KRAS mutations in differentiating primary versus metastatic
Authors:   Consultant Histopathologist (NHS Bank), Queen’s hospital, Romford, Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS trust., Nisa Zaibun
Published: October 2024

A case of metastatic colorectal cancer to ureter and urinary bladder which occurred 3 years after the initial diagnosis and treatment. This was an unexpected finding as no radiological features suggestive of urothelial tract involvement was identified. However, based on histology, immunohistochemistry and molecular analysis, a diagnosis of metastatic colorectal cancer was made.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Quizalize pada Mata Pelajaran Otomatisasi Tata Kelola Kepegawaian di SMK
Authors: Mare Monika Simare , Henry Eryanto  , Faslah Roni
Published: October 2024

The aim of this research is to develop interactive learning media based on Quizalize in civil service OTKP subjects and to find out the feasibility of interactive learning media based on Quizalize in Civil Service OTKP subjects for Karya Teladan Vocational School students. This type of research uses the ADDIE development method, namely Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation. This research took place at Karya Teladan Vocational School and was conducted in May 2024. Data was collected by means of assessments by media experts and material experts. Based on research that has been carried out and developed by validation experts, it is known that Quizalize-based interactive learning media for the OTKP Civil Service subject for Karya Teladan Vocational School students is very suitable for use. The average result for media experts was 90.43% and material experts 95.23, so it was categorized as "very suitable" as an interactive learning media.
Caracterização epidemiológica de pacientes com osteoporose em um centro especializado em Medellín, Colômbia.
Authors: Rodríguez-Florido Fernando , Cadavid Roldán "Clara Marcela , Ramírez Orozco Jorge Andrés , Aristizábal Henao Natalia , Hormaza Ángel María Patricia , Vera Marín Cristian , Velásquez-Franco Carlos Jaime , Mesa-Navas Miguel Antonio
Published: October 2024

Na Colômbia, em mulheres com mais de 50 anos de idade, uma prevalência de OP de 15,7% na coluna e 11,4% no fêmur proximal, entretanto, seu impacto local é desconhecido. Por esse motivo, nos propusemos a caracterizar clínica e sociodemograficamente os pacientes com OP que consultaram um hospital de alta complexidade no noroeste da Colômbia, de janeiro de 2011 a dezembro de 2017.
Muhasebe Dersine Yönelik İktisat ve İşletme Bölümü Öğrencilerinin Tutumları: Mardin Artuklu Üniversitesinde Bir Araştırma
Authors: Şahin Osman Nuri
Published: October 2024

Muhasebe ekonomik hayatın döngüsünde kilit bir role sahiptir. Ekonomik döngünün sağlıklı bir şekilde devam etmesi için muhasebe alanında nitelikli işgücünün yetiştirilmesi gereklidir. Etkin bir muhasebe eğitimiyle nitelikli bireylere gerekli eğitimin verilmesi, daha donanımlı bireylerin meslek mensubu olarak yetiştirilmesinin önünü açacaktır. Farklı seviye ve bölgelerdeki muhasebe eğitimi alan bireylerin dönem dönem muhasebeye yönelik tutumlarının tespit edilerek demografik özelliklerinin tutumları ile ilişkisine göre iyileştirmeler yapılması önem arz etmektedir. Bu çalışmada muhasebe dersi alan lisans öğrencilerinin muhasebe dersine yönelik tutumlarının tespit edilmesi ve demografik özellikleri ile tutumları arasında anlamlı farklılık olup olmadığının tespit edilmesi amaçlanmaktadır. Bu kapsamda muhasebe dersi alan öğrencilere yönelik bir anket uygulanmış ve elde edilen veriler istatistiki olarak analiz edilmiştir. Bulgulara göre muhasebe dersine yönelik olumlu bir tutumun olduğunun yanısıra cinsiyet, yaş, mezun olunan lise türü, bölüm, dersin daha önce alınıp alınmadığı, yakın çevrede muhasebeci olup olmadığı, dersin zorunlu alınıp alınmadığı gibi değişkenlerle tutum ifadeleri arasında anlamlı farklılıklar tespit edilirken sınıf değişkeni ile herhangi bir anlamlı farklılığa rastlanılamamıştır.
Integrating Youth Sustainable Knowingness, and Sustainable Attitudes to Cultivate Environmental Citizens According to the SDGS: Does Sustainable Environment Knowledge Moderate the Relationship?
Authors: Abdullah Muhammad Syukri , Yahya Wan Kalthom , Rahim Najihah Abdul , Pujiati Amin
Published: October 2024

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate how prepared young with sustainable knowingness, attitudes, behaviours, and environmental knowledge could help to playing their role as sustainable environmental citizens in supporting countries with sustainable development goals (SDGs) initiatives.
 
Theoretical Framework: The Connection between Resource-Based Views (RBV) Theory and Youth Sustainability few scholars have identified RBV theory as a vital theoretical focal point for supporting the connections theory among researchers in several areas of discipline.
 
Method: The methodology adopted for this research comprises 274 participants of students from southern region and this study implementing purposive sampling as to collect the data.  Data collection was carried out through online survey using Google Form.
 
Results and Discussion: The results obtained revealed that sustainable environmental knowledge moderated the relationship between sustainable knowingness and sustainable attitudes with environmental citizens among southern regions students in Malaysia.
 
Research Implications: Governments should invest in educational programs enhancing environmental literacy to promote sustainable behaviors among students. These initiatives should focus on ecosystems and conservation, fostering a personal connection to sustainability.
 
Originality/Value: This study enhances literature by promoting outdoor education and environmental health lessons for students, enabling them to understand environmental issues and live sustainably through community-based projects.
COMPARATIVE STUDY ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS MENSTRUAL CUP USE AMONG URBAN AND RURAL WOMEN, MANGALORE
Authors: giri Giripriya , jose Gressha
Published: October 2024

This comparative study investigates the attitude towards menstrual cup usage among urban and rural women in Mangalore. With sanitary napkins contributing significantly to solid waste and environmental pollution, exploring eco-friendly alternatives like menstrual cups becomes crucial. In the quest to address the environmental impact of sanitary napkin waste, this study delves into the attitudes of urban and rural women in Mangalore towards menstrual cup adoption. The focus lies on the potential shift from traditional sanitary pads to the more sustainable and cost-effective menstrual cups, which remain relatively underutilized among Indian women. By surveying 60 participants, evenly distributed between urban and rural settings, the research aims to unveil the perceptions and inclinations towards menstrual cup usage in these distinct communities. Sanitary napkins, prevalent in menstrual hygiene practices, pose challenges due to their contribution to solid waste and subsequent environmental harm. Introducing menstrual cups as an eco-friendly alternative requires understanding and addressing the attitudes and acceptance levels among women in varied socio-cultural backgrounds. The utilization of an attitude scale in interviews allows for a comprehensive analysis of factors influencing the adoption of menstrual cups, shedding light on the barriers and facilitators in urban and rural contexts. This comparative study not only explores the current awareness levels but also seeks to uncover the underlying factors shaping the attitudes towards menstrual cup use, paving the way for informed interventions promoting sustainable menstrual hygiene practices in Mangalore.
Efeitos da exposição subaguda à diferentes concentrações do herbicida Calaris® sobre parâmetros hepáticos em camundongos Swiss adultos
Authors:   , Bento Isabela Pereira da Silva
Published: October 2024

Misturas de herbicidas são usadas na agricultura para ampliar o espectro de ação contra plantas daninhas, como a combinação de atrazina e mesotriona no herbicida Calaris®. Os efeitos isolados da atrazina e mesotriona já são documentados, porém os efeitos do Calaris® em vertebrados ainda são desconhecidos. Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a exposição subaguda ao herbicida Calaris® no fígado de camundongos Swiss adultos. Os camundongos (70 dias de idade) foram divididos em três grupos (n = 10/grupo): controle (água filtrada) e dois grupos Calaris® (0,2 e 2,0mg kg-1), com exposição diária, administrada por gavagem, por 7 e 14 dias. Após cada período, cinco animais de cada grupo foram eutanasiados (CEUA 33/2023). O sangue foi coletado para análises bioquímicas. Os fígados foram removidos para análises bioquímicas, enzimáticas, histológicas e de citocinas. Os dados foram submetidos aos testes One-way ANOVA e Tukey, com significância de P < 0,05. A exposição subaguda ao Calaris® resultou em aumento nas concentrações séricas de AST e ALT, concentração hepática IL-2, IL- 6 e redução na atividade de Na+/K+ ATPase. Observou-se congestão e infiltrado inflamatório no fígado dos animais expostos, além de vacuolização citoplasmática em hepatócitos. A exposição ao herbicida Calaris® em período subagudo desencadeou um processo dano hepático com alterações possivelmente reversíveis. Palavras-chave: Fígado; Atrazina; Mesotriona; Citocinas pró-inflamatórias; ATPase; AST; ALT
UiTM Students’ Perceptions of Internship Program: Oral Communication Skill at Workplace during COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Zahari Nur Syamimi , Syed Nasharudin Sharifah Nadia , Tarmizi Muna Liyana Mohamad , Mohd Zaki Norfarhana Fadilla
Published: October 2024

Following years of study at university, students in their final year embark on an internship program to gain experience and to apply their knowledge and skills. When COVID-19 first struck, it changed the education landscape, including the implementation of the internship program. Some students did their internships from home while others participated in hybrid internships which might have impacted their oral communication skills. Therefore, this study aims to determine the student’s perceptions of oral communication skills during the internship programs and identify the various oral communication skills required at the workplace during COVID-19. The study employed a mixed-method approach, incorporating both interviews and surveys in collecting the data. The results of this study reveal that students perceived effective oral communication with colleagues as crucial, as poor communication not only affects interactions but also impedes productivity in the workplace. Additionally, interns were anticipated to proficiently engage in numerous professional interactions with colleagues, superiors, and clients, demonstrating practiced and essential oral communication skills in the workplace. Hence, universities should provide courses or activities aimed at fostering skills pertinent to work settings and preparing students for internship programs. The study provides valuable insights into students' perceptions of oral communication skills needed during an internship program and the essential communication skills sought by employers for internship programs.
Understanding the Landscape of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Among College Students
Authors: Chen Yuanrui , Mohd Salleh Noorziah
Published: October 2024

The engagement of university students in rural innovation and entrepreneurship is widely recognized as a strategy to improve job prospects and stimulate the vitality of rural innovation and entrepreneurship. This research endeavor seeks to examine the students at China University who have pursued entrepreneurship, with the aim of investigating the practical strategies that college students may adopt in the realm of innovation and entrepreneurship. A total of 460 respondents were surveyed using a self-administered questionnaire, employing a quantitative research approach. The collected data were subsequently analyzed using the SPSS22.0 software. The findings reveal a positive correlation between college students' inclination towards innovation and entrepreneurship and their level of education.
Knee-Related Quality of Life and Disease Severity Osteoarthritic Patient Groups with & without Active Religious Prayer Performance
Authors: Mansoori Naveed , Saeedullah  , Mehmood Ahmed , Khan Saqib , Syed Muhammad Mubeen
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Knee osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of joints and is the major cause of chronic impairment in older ages. This is the consequence of several years of use accompanied by the effect of wear and tear of bone, joint, and cartilage.
Aims & Objectives: To evaluate the quality of life among patients with osteoarthritis actively and non-actively performing religious prayers in district Swat, Pakistan.
Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted at District Swat, from November 2019 to September 2020. Material & Method: A comparative cross-sectional study was conducted among osteoarthritic patients. A pre-tested and validated KOOS questionnaire was administered to osteoarthritic patients (group 1), who had modified their prayer method by using a chair to perform prayers, and compared to another group of osteoarthritic patients (group 2) who were practicing normal praying position. Pain, symptoms, everyday activities, sports and recreation, and knee-related quality of life (QOL) were assessed. SPSS version 22 was used for statistical analysis. P-value ?0.05 was considered significant. Results: The total number of patients in both groups was 800. Among those, 54.8% had a family history of knee pain, 60.4% had bilateral knee problems and 93.4% had no prior knee injuries. Group 1 was found to have more complaints related to the knee as compared to group 2 in all subscales of KOOS. Statistically significant relationship was observed between duration of knee pain, family history, knee problem, and previous knee injury between group 1 and group 2. (P<0.05)
Conclusion: The study found that knee function and quality of life deteriorated over the years. By using an alternative way of offering prayers, deep flexion can be limited, thus reducing the pain during prayers.
Association of Postoperative Outcomes with the Pre-op Categorization Based on the American Society of Anesthesia Class in Emergency General Surgery Patients
Authors: Anwar Asma , Khan Shahkar Ali , Zeb Ahmad , Zeb Aurang , Dr. Shabab Ur Rehman  , Ahmad Aurangzeb
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Emergency general surgery patients are at higher risk of postoperative complications and mortality compared to elective surgery patients. The American Society of Anaesthesiologists’ (ASA) classification system is a tool for assessing the pre-operative co-morbidity status and predicting peri-operative risk and mortality.
Aims & Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the association between ASA class and postoperative outcomes in emergency general surgery patients.
Place and Duration of Study: Hayatabad Medical Complex, MTI, Peshawar, from September 2022 to March 2023. Materials & Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 192 emergency general surgery patients enrolled through a non-probability, consecutive sampling technique. ASA class using the ASA scoring system, demographic data, comorbidities, and postoperative outcomes (including cardiac complications, surgical site infections, readmissions, and mortality) were recorded. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS version 23, with a significance level set at p ? 0.05.
Results: Patients were classified into ASA classes I to IV, with varying rates of comorbidities and postoperative outcomes across the groups. Significant associations were observed between ASA class and cardiac complications (p = 0.008), surgical site infections (p = 0.038), and mortality (p = 0.001). However, no significant association was found for venous thromboembolism (p = 0.127) or readmissions (p = 0.465).
Conclusion: ASA class is significantly associated with postoperative outcomes, including cardiac complications, surgical site infections, and mortality, in emergency general surgery patients. While venous thromboembolism and readmissions did not show significant associations, higher ASA classes still indicated a greater risk.
Assessment of Oral Health Status and its Relationship with Daily Performances, Body Mass Index and Eating Habits in Orphanage Facility of District Peshawar
Authors: Farah Deeba  , Irum Taj  , Farzeen Khan  , Sobia Haris  , Nizam Muhammad Darwesh  , Muhammad Haris  , Muhammad Jehangir Khan
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Quality of life and welfare also depend on dental health. Excellent oral health goes beyond pain-free mouth and face. The rationale for this study is to explore the critical link between oral health and overall well-being in orphaned children, a population often deprived of adequate healthcare. Poor oral health can negatively impact daily performance by causing pain, discomfort, and decreased focus, while also affecting Body mass Index (BMI) and eating habits through difficulties in eating and nutrient intake.
Aims & Objectives: To assess the relationship between oral health status and its impact on daily performance, BMI, and eating habits among children residing in orphanages of District Peshawar.
Place and Duration of Study: It was conducted at the Orphanage of Mercy Educational Complex in Peshawar after obtaining Ethical and Administrative approval during July to December 2023.
Material & Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess oral health and its effects on everyday activities on 209 participants of 6th-10th grade Peshawar Orphanage Children using a pre-validated questionnaire based on Thailand's Children oral Effects on Daily Performances (COIDP) instrument assessed oral health. The BMI was calculated, and a height was measured through stadiometer, whereas the decaying, missing, filled teeth (DMFT) index was calculated by adding decaying, missing, and filled teeth.
Results: Middle class students made up 71.8 percent and secondary school boys 28.2%. Toothaches affected 82.3% of boys. Oral hygiene was challenging for 79.4% of Child-Oral Impact on Daily Performance (c-oidp) questionnaire respondents, and amongst them majority (54.1%) were secondary school students. 35.41% had low DMFT/dmft scores, indicating good oral health.
Conclusion: The study concludes how age and level of schooling affect perceptions related to oral health. DMFT/dmft values were lower generally in the caries index
Online Experiences of Pharmacy Practices during COVID-19 Pandemic in Pharmacy Program in Jordan
Authors: Khaleel Anas , Amal Alshweiky  , Abdallah Ahmed Elbakkoush
Published: October 2024

Introduction: The pandemic of COVID-19 caused a great challenge to clinical pharmacy programs. Global and local restrictions imposed by prevention and disease control bodies have made clinical training programs hard to implement on campus and/or in hospitals
Aims & Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of a distance-assembled clinical training program for pharmacy students in Jordan during the COVID-19 pandemic
Place and Duration of Study: This study was carried out from July to September 2020 at the College of Pharmacy, University of Petra, Amman-Jordan
Material & Method: A Cross-sectional study survey that surveyed pharmacy students during the summer course
quasi-experimental design using a post-test-only approach. Only pharmacy students during the summer of 2020 were enrolled in this study. Final year, 4th and 5th year.21 fourth and fifth pharmacy students completed the study. Students from other years were excluded. Specific patient data collection sheets were distributed to pharmacy students enrolled in an integrated pharmacy course in the summer semester from July to September 2020. After data collection, students were asked to develop a detailed pharmaceutical care plan. All sheets and care plans were collected from students, and a course evaluation questionnaire was utilized to measure the outcome of this distance learning approach. This approach focused on vital elements of therapeutic supervision involving appropriate drug indication, drug efficiency, drug safety, and inpatient compliance. The main variables tested in this study were students’ demographics, including gender and year. The second questionnaire consisted of student’s valuation of the clinical pharmacy supervisor. The third (questionnaire consisted of student's evaluation of the collection sheets and care plans for their patients
Results: The results from the post-training questionnaire showed that the majority of students reported an apparent improvement in knowledge and clinical skills. Qualitative responses by participating students showed positive responses associated with this distance learning approach, suggesting the possible benefit of such approach on long-term clinical pharmacy education.
Conclusion: A successful outline of a distanced organized clinical training for pharmacy students has been established during COVID19. Both the patients and the students assigned to them benefited from this clinical pharmacy educational experience.
Digitalization of Language Education in Higher Education Institutions
Authors:   KIMEP University, Azamatova А.Kh. , Bekeeva N.Zh. ,   KIMEP University, Sadibekov А.К. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University
Published: October 2024

This article is dedicated to the study of the process of transformation of language education in universities in the context of the rapid development of digital technologies. The work aims to analyze theoretical and practical factors of integrating digital resources into the educational process and their impact on the content of curricula, teaching methods and forms of educational activities. Particular attention is paid to the cognitive and social aspects of perception and assimilation of language material in the digital environment. The article discusses the main models and concepts of digital transformation within the educational settings, provides examples of the use of AI, automated assessment systems, virtual and augmented realities, as well as chatbots in the learning process. One of the key conclusions of the work is the recognition of the need for an integrated approach to digitalization, which includes not only technical equipment, but also the development of digital literacy, adaptation of pedagogical methods and consideration of ethical aspects. The article also highlights the main challenges and risks of digitalization associated with the mental state of students, data security, reliance on technology, and resource accessibility. The conclusion provides suggestions on how to optimize the processes of educating students and preparing educators during the digital transformation of language education. The practical significance of this research lies in its potential use for optimizing the educational process, creating innovative digital teaching materials, and enhancing the qualifications of teachers in the context of the digitalization of education.