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LEVERAGING MECHATRONIC SYSTEMS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT: A KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT APPROACH IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Authors:   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania, ȚÎȚU Aurel Mihail , BÂLC Daniel ,   National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Romania, BÂLC Emanuel ,   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania, OPREAN Constantin ,   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania
Published: January 2025

Organizational management in the automotive industry can be characterized by the integration of mechatronic systems to improve overall efficiency, safety and performance. This study aims to explore how advanced mechatronic systems revolutionize the industry but also how they can be a component of knowledge management in the automotive industry. The integration of mechatronic systems in the automotive industry not only brings high performance but also strengthens the management strategy, ensuring continuous adaptation to market requirements. Thus, the current work tries to identify the value of mechatronic systems as components of organizational management or better said, it can be seen as an approach to knowledge management in the automotive industry
THE IMPORTANCE OF SKILLS IN CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania, TODERICIU Ramona , GRAMA Blanca ,   Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this paper is to investigate how individual career management is related to career sustainability, analyzing the role of skills in career development. The study surveyed 120 employees, collecting data through a structured questionnaire. The findings highlight the essential role of skills in creating and maintaining a competitive advantage in the labor market. This research adds to the growing body of literature by empirically validating the importance of skills in competitive strategy and provides practical implications for managers seeking to leverage these resources for sustained competitive success.
THE IMPACT OF OIL PRODUCTION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Authors:   University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, EGBEWOLE Abdulazeez Bunmi , RABIU Sherifdeen Adebola ,   Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria, ABDULKAREEM Kehinde Ayomidimeji ,   University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
Published: January 2025

This paper investigates the impact of oil production on economic development and poverty alleviation from 1990 to 2022. As one of Africa’s largest oil producers, Nigeria has witnessed significant economic changes due to its oil wealth; however, this has not translated into equitable growth or substantial poverty reduction. The study aims to analyze the effects of inflation rates, tariffs, and literacy rates on economic development and poverty alleviation. Analytical methods include the Augmented Dickey-Fuller unit root test, cointegration test and First Difference ARDL model. The study reveals that despite generating substantial oil revenues, over 40% of Nigerians live below the poverty line, underscoring the phenomenon of the “resource curse.” Furthermore, it identifies gaps in policy effectiveness, local community engagement, and long-term economic sustainability. By analyzing the relationship between oil production and socio-economic outcomes, this paper calls for targeted policy interventions that prioritize equitable wealth distribution and sustainable development strategies to mitigate poverty in Nigeria. The study emphasizes the need for economic diversification and balanced sectoral development to optimize economic potential and enhance welfare in Nigeria.
Biocontrol of Moler Diseases (Fusarium oxysporum f. sp capae (Snyder and Hans)) on Shallot with Endophytic Bacteria
Authors: Resti Zurai , Darnetty Darnetty , Khairul Ujang , Reflin Reflin , Siregar Sri Lestari Kurnia , Tores Farah Nabila
Published: January 2025

Fusarium Basal Root (FBR) disease locally known as "moler", caused by Fusarium oxysporum f.sp cepae (FOCe), poses a significant threat to Indonesian shallot cultivation, leading to yield losses of approximately 50%. Therefore, this research aims to identify endophytic bacteria with optimal capabilities to combat FOCe infection while improving shallot growth and yield. Randomized Completely Block Design (RCBD) consisting of seven treatments was used, including six different strains of endophytic bacteria (Bacillus cereus P14, Bacillus cereus Se07, Bacillus sp. HI, Bacillus sp. SJI, Serratia marcescens ULG1E2, and Serratia marcescens JB1E3) and a control, each treatment was replicated three times, and three plant units in each replication. The introduction of endophytic bacteria was performed through the bulb soaking method before planting, while FOCe suspension was inoculated to shallot growing media 4 weeks after planting. Parameters Variables such as moler disease development, plant growth, and shallot bulb weight were monitored. The results showed that endophytic bacteria effectively suppressed moler disease and boosted shallot growth and yield compared to the control. Specifically, S. marcescens JB1E3 showed 52.25% effectiveness in reducing moler disease severity, while S. marcescens ULG1E2 increased shallot yield by 65.50%.
The Influence of Brand Equity, Product Quality, and Customer Satisfaction on Repurchase Intention of Scarlett Skincare in Batam City
Authors: Simarmata Rona Natalia , Husein Alice Erni
Published: January 2025

Due to air pollution and also the trend of the global skincare industry which has been experiencing rapid growth in recent years, this has increased the demand for skincare products that focus on skin protection in Batam City. The evaluation of a customer's intention to repurchase a product can be determined by two key factors. One of the crucial factors for customers when deciding to repurchase is the quality of the product. Despite this, some users have reported issues with Scarlett products, such as skin irritation, breakouts, and ineffective results like brightening or moisturising. The main goal of the researcher is to examine how independent variables like brand equity, product quality, and customer satisfaction impact the likelihood of a customer repurchasing a product. The research approach utilised in this study is quantitative. There are two types of variables involved in this investigation - independent variables (brand equity, product quality, and customer satisfaction) and a dependent variable known as repurchase interest. The findings from this study indicate that brand equity, product quality, and customer satisfaction play a significant role in influencing the interest in repurchasing Scarlett skincare products in Batam City. Brand equity and product quality contribute to customer loyalty, while customer satisfaction promotes repeat purchases.
Bir Kuva-yı Milliyeci’nin Hayat Hikâyesi: Hüseyin Ferit Recai Bey (Törümküney)
Authors: Çelebi Ercan
Published: January 2025

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Hüseyin Ferit Recai Bey, 1879 tarihinde Hama’da doğdu. Mülkiye eğitiminin ardından ilk önce Adliye Nezareti Birinci Ticaret Mahkemesi’nde, daha sonra Maliye Nezareti Hesabat-ı Umumiye Kalemi’nde stajını tamamladı. Sırasıyla Maliye Nezareti Mektubî Kalemi Hesabat-ı Umumiye Kalemi Mümeyyiz Muavinliği, Düyûn-i Umumiye Maʽaşat Kalemi Mümeyyizliği, Düyûn-i Umumiye Maʽaşat Kalemi Mümeyyiz-i Evvelliği ve Muhassasat-ı Zatiye İdaresi Maʽaşat-ı Zatiye Şubesi Müdür Muavinliği görevlerinde bulundu. Daha sonra Emniyet-i Umumiye Muhasebe Müdürlüğü’ne nakledildi. Aslî görevlerini yürütürken aynı zamanda Darüşşafaka’da Tarih-i Osmani ve Kitabet-i Hususiye, Vefa İdadisi’nde ise Tarih dersleri verdi. Kendisi daha sonra Kastamonu Defterdarlığı’na atandı. Kastamonu’nun Kuva-yı Milliye’ye iltihakında önemli roller üstlendi. Mondros Mütarekesi’nin ortaya çıkardığı olağanüstü şartlar altında iki ay kadar Kastamonu Valiliği’ne vekâlet etti. Ferit Bey daha sonra I. Dönem (1920-1923) TBMM’ne Çorum Milletvekili olarak girdi. Ardından 1923 yılında altı ay kadar Kastamonu Valiliği yaptı. II. Dönem (1923-1927) TBMM’de yeniden Çorum Milletvekili olarak yer aldı. Kendisi 1925 yılında vefat etti. Bu çalışmada bir Kuva-yı Milliyeci olarak Hüseyin Ferit Recai Bey’in biyografisi ve ailesi, Kastamonu’nun Kuva-yı Milliye’ye iltihakı sürecindeki rolü ve TBMM’deki faaliyetleri hakkında tespitlerde bulunulması düşünülmüştür.
Crafting cultural narratives: developing storybooks enriched with Bali’s local heritage to improve students' understanding of spiritual and social attitude
Authors: Mahartini Komang Trisna , Suastra I Wayan , Sudiana I Nyoman , Gading I Ketut , Sanjaya Dewa Bagus
Published: January 2025

Character education is the main focus of the learning process at the elementary school level in Indonesia. To support the implementation of character education, researchers developed children's stories enriched with local Balinese cultural values that teach spiritual understanding and social interaction. This study specifically aims to identify the effectiveness of the developed stories in building students' spiritual and social attitudes. This study was conducted using a single-shot case study design. Researchers involved one class of elementary school students in Bali. They were given a pre-test to measure spiritual and social attitude understanding before they were taught using the developed stories. After that, they were given a post-test to measure spiritual and social attitude understanding after they were taught using the developed stories. The pre-test and post-test data were analyzed quantitatively using paired-sample t-test inferential statistical analysis. The paired-sample t-test analysis showed that the difference in the pre-test and post-test results was significant. Thus, it can be concluded that implementing children's stories enriched with local Balinese cultural values has proven effective in shaping students' spiritual and social attitudes.
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Dysmenorrhea Among University Students in Tamil Nadu, India: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Benson Thomas M  , Daniyal J  , Venmathy S  , Kowsalya B  , Samal Janmejaya
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Dysmenorrhea is a common gynaecological condition of uterine origin characterised by excruciating menstrual cramps. For more than 50% of menstruating women primary dysmenorrhea is both a clinical and a social problem. A cross-sectional study was conducted to estimate the prevalence and determine the factors associated with dysmenorrhoea among university students in Tamil Nadu.
Methods: With ethical approval from the Institutional Ethical Committee of SRMIST (Deemed University), 1076 students aged 18-25 were selected with simple random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire over June-Sept. 2023. The pain of dysmenorrhea was assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).
Results: The estimated prevalence of dysmenorrhoea was 25.5% (274), and 92.47% (n=995) had menstrual pain. It was found that 45.45%, 28.90%, 17.01% and 8.64% of the university students experienced mild, moderate, severe, and worse pain, respectively, as measured using the VAS. There is a significant association between dysmenorrhea and clots during menstruation (AOR=1.40; 95% CI [1.032, 1.913]) and skipping of meals (AOR=1.7; 95% CI [1.172, 2.489]).
Conclusions: It is evident from the study that more than 25% of university students face dysmenorrhea, and most have pain with varied degrees and types. The students should seek help for dysmenorrhoea, not neglect it, and take care of their physical activities and nutrition. In addition, universities should promote education on nutrition and physical activities and empower students to seek help for dysmenorrhea.
Mental Health- An Emotional Roller Coaster Around Menopause
Authors: Pandian Sujitha , Yashvanthan  , Grace G Angeline
Published: January 2025

Menopausal mental health is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of a woman’s overall well-being during the menopausal transition. Menopause, which typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, marks the end of a woman's reproductive years, characterized by a natural decline in estrogen and other hormones. This hormonal fluctuation can lead to various mental health challenges, including mood swings, anxiety, depression, and cognitive changes like memory lapses or difficulty concentrating.
Women may experience emotional turbulence during this period due to both biological and psychological factors. Physically, the drop in estrogen can influence the production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, which regulates mood. Psychologically, the changes associated with aging, such as shifts in identity, self-image, and social roles, may exacerbate feelings of stress or anxiety. Sleep disturbances, common during menopause, can also heighten mental health concerns, leading to fatigue and irritability.
Addressing menopausal mental health requires a comprehensive approach, including lifestyle modifications, counseling, and, in some cases, medical treatments like hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Mindfulness practices, physical activity, and a strong social support network can also help women navigate the emotional challenges of menopause. Raising awareness and reducing the stigma around mental health issues during menopause are essential to ensuring that women receive appropriate care and support during this significant life stage. By recognizing and addressing these challenges, women can maintain their mental health and overall quality of life during and after menopause.
The Relationship Between Psychological Distress and Quality of Life Among Women Undergoing Mastectomy in Iraq: A Descriptive Correlational Study
Authors: Balat Kefah Zair , Laftah Salwan Abed , Radhi Mohammed
Published: January 2025

Background: A mastectomy, the surgical removal of one or both breasts, is a significant experience that affects a woman physically, emotionally, and psychologically. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between psychological aspects and quality of life among women with mastectomy.
Methods: A descriptive correlational study was conducted at an oncology center in Thi-Qar Province, Iraq from January 21st to April 23rd 2024. The study sample consists of 131 women who undergo mastectomy using a standardized questionnaire. Data were collected through the interviews and analyzed by applying descriptive and inferential statistical approach.
Results: The results indicate that the average age of the participants is 42 years, and most of them are in their forties and fifties. Most of them were married, had primary education, were unemployed, and did not have sufficient income. Nearly half of the women (48.9%) showed high psychological profiles, and a significant portion (84%) reported poor quality of life. Statistical analysis revealed a negative relationship between psychological aspects and quality of life (p=0.000).
Conclusions: The results of this study highlight the enormous psychological distress and high cost to life experienced by women after mastectomy, highlighting the urgent need for integrated psychological support for their care.
Navigating NCDs’ Self-Management: A Comprehensive Review of Barriers & Facilitators in LMICs through Quantitative and Qualitative Lenses
Authors: Kaur Navdeep , Kaur Harmeet , Thakur JS
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Despite significant global and national investments in health, primarily aimed at primary and preventive measures, progress in alleviating toll of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) remains sluggish in low- and middle-income countries, hindering the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This review intends to elucidate the barriers and facilitators affecting self-management of NCDs and their determinants, with purpose of informing the development of more accessible and practical preventive strategies.
Methods: An extensive electronic literature search was conducted across PubMed, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Scopus for studies published between 2013 to June 2024, resulting in total of 78 included studies: 56 quantitative, 20 qualitative, and 2 mixed-methods.
Findings: The synthesis of findings across these studies identified critical factors influencing NCDs’ self-management. The quantitative analysis highlighted 31 factors grouped into five main determinants: socio-demographic, psychosocial, behavioural, biological, resource-related, and health-system-related. Notably, increased age and educational attainment correlated positively with self-management compliance, while barriers such as forgetfulness and misconceptions negatively impacted adherence. The qualitative review identified 21 sub-themes under five broad themes, emphasizing personal challenges, financial limitations, environmental factors, social stigma, and issues with health providers.
Conclusion: Together, these insights reveal the multifaceted challenges of self-management and necessity for tailored interventions.
Impact of Screen Time and Sleep Duration on Adults’ Body Mass Index in A University in Chengalpattu District – A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Nagarajan Vaishnavi , Hussain Aamina , Srinivasan Abirami , Anantharaman VV  , Saranya S
Published: January 2025

Background: The rapid technological advancements of the 21st century have led to significant changes in lifestyle behaviors, particularly among young adults in university settings. One of the most prominent shifts has been the increase in screen time due to widespread access to digital devices. Sleep is mainly being compromised by screen time which can be either for work or for leisure activities. Excessive screen time and short sleep duration has raised concerns regarding its potential negative impact on physical health, particularly on Body Mass Index (BMI). The aim was to estimate the prevalence of under-weight, normal weight, over-weight and obese and to assess the effect of sleep duration and screen time on body mass index of the adults in a university in Chengalpattu district.
Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among staffs, students and workers from a Private university, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. Simple random sampling method was used and a sample size of 672 was calculated.
Results: Of 672 respondents, majority were males 364 (54.2%) and 308 (45.8%) were females. Almost more than half were in the age group of 31 - 60 years (392, 58.3%). It was found that almost two-third (470, 69.9%) of the participants had screen time for <4 hours / day. A statistically significant association was found between age of the participants, their screen time and sleep time.
Conclusions: The findings suggest that excessive screen time and insufficient sleep are significantly associated with higher BMI, highlighting the importance of addressing these modifiable behaviors to combat the growing prevalence of obesity among university students.
Baseline Nutritional Status of Mother-Child Dyads in Urban Slums: Pre-Intervention Analysis for a Nutrition Informatics Intervention
Authors: Thakur Shyamli , Bhargava Samir , Gauniyal Mansi
Published: January 2025

Background: Urban slums are critical for public health intervention due to high population density, poor living conditions, and limited healthcare access. This study examines baseline nutritional and lifestyle patterns among mother-child dyads in the urban slums of Uttar Pradesh. The dyads were recruited for Nutritional Assessment and Intervention Kiosk (NAIK), a Population Health Informatics platform to address double burden of malnutrition.
Methodology: This cross-sectional, pre-intervention study involved 406 mother-child dyads with children aged 2-5 years. Data on socio-demographic variables, anthropometric measurements, nutrient intake and lifestyle patterns were collected. Descriptive statistics summarized baseline characteristics.
Results: The demographic profile showed predominantly low-income mothers with 43.34% without primary education. The mean ages of mothers and children were 33.98 ± 5.9 years and 46.91 ± 10.89 months, respectively. The waist-to-hip ratio was 0.92 ± 0.76 indicating cardiovascular risk factors with significant maternal obesity (47.78%). Education of the mother was found to be significantly associated with Mid Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) of the child. The findings highlight the overnutrition in mothers and nutrient inadequacy in children, influenced by inadequate dietary intake and unhealthy lifestyle.
Conclusions: This paper will comprehensively overview baseline population status, setting the stage for further analysis and evaluation of the intervention.
Predictors of Dependency in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Among Community Dwelling Elderly in A Rural Field Practice Area of a Tertiary Care Hospital in Chengalpattu District, Tamilnadu, India- A Cross Sectional Study
Authors: M Lavanya , MVM Pradeep , Hussain Aamina , Anantharaman VV  , M Logaraj
Published: January 2025

Background: Longer lifespans of elderly are associated with chronic illnesses that impair functioning, making it harder to carry out daily activities and making assistance necessary. The aim was to estimate the prevalence of dependence in Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) among elderly and to determine its sociodemographic and health related predictors.
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted among elderly in Chengalpattu district from December 2023 to May 2024. Sample size was determined by multistage random sampling. A semi-structured questionnaire consisting of sociodemographic details and Lawton scale to assess dependence were used to collect data. Data was entered in Ms Excel and analysed using SPSS version 26.
Results: Mean age of participants was 67.4 ± 7.4 years. 131 (43.7%) of them were at risk of malnutrition and 83 (27.7%) were malnourished. Majority (n=178,59.3%) experienced increased IADL dependency. Binary logistic regression analysis showed increasing age, lower socioeconomic status, Divorced/Widowed/Unmarried, smoking and tobacco use, hospitalizations within previous year were significant predictors of IADL dependency.
Conclusions: The study concluded that a considerable proportion of our study population was suffering from IADL dependency (59.3%), with majority demonstrating mild to moderate degree of dependency. To prevent disease in its early stages, arrangements can be made for community-based extensive geriatric health assessments.
A Comparative Study Between Collagen Sheet Dressing and Conventional Paraffin Gauze Dressing to Donor Site in Patients Undergoing Split Skin Grafting
Authors: Rajavarman Balaji , Manigandan Raju , Sangeethapriya AS , Somasundaram Umesh Raj
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Split skin grafting is a common procedure that causes partial thickness injury, typically treated with paraffin-soaked gauze. Re-epithelialization occurs in two weeks, but complications like pain, infection, and delayed healing can arise. This study aimed to compare collagen sheet dressing with conventional gauze dressing in reducing pain, promoting healing, and preventing infection in donor sites.
Material and Methods: A prospective comparative study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital from December 2021 to January 2024. Fifty patients undergoing split skin graft surgery were assigned to either Group A (collagen sheet) or Group B (paraffin gauze). Outcomes such as pain, re-epithelialization, and infection were compared using descriptive statistics, chi-square, Fischer’s exact, and Student’s t-tests. P<0.05 was considered significant.
Results: The mean age of Group A and Group B was 53.92 and 56.6 years, respectively. Pain scores were significantly lower in the collagen group (P<0.05). Epithelialization on day 10 was higher in the collagen group (85.2±5.09) compared to the conventional group (68.4±8). One patient in the conventional group had an infection, whereas none were observed in the collagen group.
Conclusion: Collagen sheet dressing in split skin grafting donor sites results in reduced pain, faster epithelialization, and lower infection rates.
Comparative Study of Renal Artery Stenosis in Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Patients by Renal Artery Doppler
Authors: Bhati Sawan , Jaiswal Anurag , Gupta Shishir
Published: January 2025

Background: Renal artery stenosis (RAS) is a major cause of secondary hypertension and chronic kidney disease (CKD), and diabetes mellitus accelerates its development. This study aims to compare the prevalence, severity, and characteristics of RAS in diabetic versus non-diabetic patients using renal artery Doppler ultrasonography.
Method: An observational study was conducted from January 2023 to June 2024 at TS Misra Medical College and Hospital, involving 88 patients with RAS. Participants included 50 diabetic and 38 non-diabetic patients. Renal Doppler ultrasonography assessed resistive index (RI) and pulsatility index (PI) for evaluating renal vascular resistance. Demographic and clinical data were collected, and statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 23.0.
Result: Diabetic patients showed significantly higher RI and PI values compared to non-diabetics, with RI of 0.71 ± 0.06 vs. 0.62 ± 0.041 and PI of 1.41 ± 0.31 vs. 0.97 ± 0.21 (p<0.001). Renal dimensions also differed, with larger volumes and altered measurements in diabetics. Prevalence of RAS was noted to be higher in diabetics with hypertension.
Conclusion: Diabetes is associated with increased renal vascular resistance and altered renal hemodynamics. Early detection and management of RAS in diabetic patients are crucial for preventing progression to end-stage renal disease.
Introduction, Origin, History and Sustainability Perspective of Avocado as a Prosperous Crop: A Review
Authors: Asghar Sana , Naseer Mudassar , Khalid Samina , Zulfiqar Bushra , Wasif Hafiz , Khan Muhammad Abdul Salaam , Muslim Nafeesa , Saleem Muhammad Asad , Yousaf Kiran
Published: January 2025

Avocado owing to its great nutritional and medical benefits fetch higher price making it one of most economical important fruits. Avocado immense importance arouses the need of its evaluation to check its adaptability under different climatic conditions. The value addition of avocado fruit is necessary to keep it available for longer time period. Avocado Oil, Avocado Tea, Avocado Pickle, Avocado Marmalade and Avocado Jam  is highly nutritious products and it importance as Vitamin E Powerhouse in addition to rich source of major essential vitamins and minerals make it an everyday choice for health conscious people. The growing of Avocado has huge potential in uplifting the rural economy, rural area agriculture based employment and reducing the poverty rate of growers. On the other hand, overall Avocado industry is highly criticized because of deforestation, massive water utilization, polluting the water bodies with insecticides and fertilizers, posing a threat to other plant species, and environmental pollution. Despite that huge benefits associated with avocado growing compensate for these losses. The review gives a glimpse of sustainability perspectives of growing avocado.
The Effects of Human Recombinant Erythropoietin on Various Hemato-biochemical Parameters in Nephrectomized Rabbits
Authors: Asif Muhammad , Akbar Hamid , Haroon Waqas , Saeed Sana , Mushtaq Samia , Ali Muhammad , Fatima Asma , Zahir Muhammad , Aziz Abdul , Rehman Fazal
Published: January 2025

This study was aimed to evaluate the effects of exogenous human recombinant erythropoietin (rHuEPO) on various hemato-biochemical parameters before and after unilateral nephrectomy. A total of 12 adult healthy rabbits were selected and divided into two groups: experimental group A and control group B. The group A (n=6) were treated with rHuEPO @ 1000 IU via subcutaneous route and placebo group B (n=6) without rHuEPO treatment followed by unilateral nephrectomy. Blood sampling was performed three times; 1st   five days before surgery, 2nd; just before surgery and 3rd was performed after 5th day of unilateral nephrectomy. Evaluation of  hematological and biochemical parameters including red blood cells (RBCs), mean corpuscular volumn (MCV) hemoglobin (Hb),total leukocyte count (TLC), packed cell volume (PCV), reticulocyte count (RC) and platelets counts, serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) was done. The data was analyzed statistically by t-test using SPSS version 20. In group A, values of RBCs, MCV, Hb, PCV, RC and platelets count was high after nephrectomy as compared to group B with a significant difference (p≤0.05). Preoperative values of serum creatinine and BUN in group A was declined after 1st injection of rHuEPO at day 5th postoperatively.  At day 10th there was rise in its value but this rise was non-significant (p≥0.05). It is concluded that, rHuEPO increases the process of erthythropoisis. Due to its safety, efficacy and lack of systemic effects, rHuEPO can be used as alternate therapy of blood transfusions and hemato-biochemical disorders while performing nephrectomy or any other surgical interventions.
Effectiveness of entomopathogenic bacteria, Xenorhabdus nematophila and Photorhabdus temperate against sawtoothed grain beetle, Oryzaephilus surinamensis
Authors: Habib Talha , Shaheen Farid Asif , Afzal Usama , Naz Farah
Published: January 2025

Oryzaephilus surinamensis (Coleoptera: Silavinidae) is considered as one of the major insect pest under stored product conditions all over the globe. It causes severe damage such as weight loss and the stored products are reducing their quantity and quality. The effectiveness of Xenorhabdus nematophila and Photorhabdus temperate was studied against Oryzaephilus surinamensis in the current study. Total eggs laid by O. surinamensis are significantly reduced by all concentrations of X. nematophila and P. temperate and adults’ number as compared to the control. The higher concentrations gave the higher reduction and vice versa. In the same way, total number of bacteria regarding inhibition of O. surinamensis F1 adult’s emergence gave statistically significant results. The highest bacterial concentration of 1× 108 cells per ml showed maximum rate of inhibition and minimum rate of inhibition was noted in 1× 104 cells per ml. There was a direct relation between inhibition rate and concentration. On the other hand, the days to 100% mortality of F1 adults of O. surinamensis that were fed on dates treated with the highest concentration of P. temperate and X. nematophila were nearly equal. On another side, highest damage was observed by the insects in the dates treated with 1 × 104 cells per ml. In the same way, concentrations of 1 × 105, 1 ×106 and 1 × 107 cells per ml results in higher loss of weight to the stored dates. Similarly, all concentrations of X. nematophila and P. temperate have caused mortality of O. surinamensis significantly as compared to the control. There is a direct relation between insects’ mortality and concentrations. The maximum mortality was observed at 1 × 108 cells per ml concentration and the minimum at 1 × 104 cells per ml. The current study will have significant effect on formulation of microbial development of P. temperate and X. nematophila to control O. surinamensis in stored dates.
Efficient removal of Congo Red Dye from water using walnut shells activated carbon/MgO-Fe2O3 adsorbent
Authors: Muhammad Iqra , Anjum Muzammil , Qadeer Samia , Nawaz Rab , Khurshid Sammia , Elahi Izhar
Published: January 2025

In this study, the efficiency of walnut shells activated carbon modified with MgO and Fe2O3 was investigated for treatment of dyes contaminated water. Dyes are chemical molecules that are poisonous, long-lasting, and difficult to decompose. Congo red, an anionic dye with a complicated molecular structure containing different diazo aromatic groups, is widely utilized in the textile industry. There are multiple methods available to treat dye-containing water such as nano-filtration, photo-degradation, coagulation, ozonation and others, however, the adsorption method is a compelling approach with multiple benefits including its versatility and wide range of feasibility. The use of biomass as adsorbents such as nutshells have tested as efficient material as compared to commercially available adsorbents in terms of cost and environmental impact. In the present study, the efficacy of WS based activated carbon modified with MgO-Fe2O3 was studied for the removal of Congo red dye from synthetic wastewater. The dye removal was optimized for various factors, including time, pH, dye concentration, temperature, and catalyst dose.  It was found that the highest adsorption was achieved within 120 min with WS-AC/MgO-Fe2O3 at a dose of 0.075 g/L. At dye concentration of 5 ppm, pH 6.0 and temperature 35 oC, the optimal conditions were met and about 100 % removal of Congo red dye was achieved. Overall, this study showed a remarkable potential of WS based AC modified with MgO-Fe2O3 for removal of Congo red dye from wastewater and can be used in future wastewater treatment plants.
Freshwater snails: distributional patterns in selected locales along the Chenab river in Gujranwala Division, Punjab, Pakistan
Authors: Hussain Mubashar , Sakhawat Sheeza , Dastgeer Ghulam , Iftikhar Aniza , Noreen Aqsa , Zeb Uswa , Shah Suleman Hussain , Malik Muhammad Faheem , Ali Zubair , Saeed Aiman
Published: January 2025

A biological interaction of malacological study was carried out from November 2017 to February 2018 to investigate the distribution and diversity of freshwater snails from four sites along the Chenab River: Head Marala, Wazirabad, Shahbaz Pur, and Rasool Pur. The hand-picking and hand-scoop methods were applied to collect samples of freshwater snails every two weeks. Collected samples of freshwater snails were washed with potable water. The identification of freshwater snails was accomplished by using literature and taxonomic keys. To identify the specimens, the morphometric analysis of the shells was determined using a digital Vernier Caliper. Melanoides tuberculata (Müller, 1774), Viviparus georgianus (Lea, 1834), Viviparus ater (De Cristofori & Jan, 1832) and Bithynia forcarti (Glöer & Pešić, 2012) were identified as members of class Gastropoda (Phylum Mollusca). The prevalence rate of Viviparus georgianus was found in abundance (64.3 %) followed by Bithynia forcarti (16.9 %), Viviparus ater (12.7 %), and Melanoides tuberculata (6.1 %). Simpson species Dominance (1-D: 0.5376), Simpson’s Dominance Index (H: 1.106), and Evenness (0.6906) showed that the four species recorded from the study area were well distributed throughout the study area. This study emphasized exploring the freshwater snails and their diversity along the belt of the river Chenab through selected locales.
Gambaran Tingkat Pengetahuan Dan Kesiapsiagaan Lansia Dalam Penanggulangan Bencana Banjir Di Kelurahan Jebres
Authors: Nurkhasanah Annisa , Hartutik Sri
Published: January 2025

Latar Belakang : Bencana adalah suatu peristiwa atau kejadian yang merupakan ancaman terhadap kesehatan, keamanan atau kesejahteraan masyarakat berupa fungsi ekonomi masyarakat maupun kesatuan organisasi pemerintah. Salah satu upaya penanggulangan dampak bencana yang dapat dilakukan adalah meningkatkan kesiapsiagaan. Data BPBD Provinsi Jawa Tengah, Kota Surakarta menempati posisi tertinggi yang terdampak banjir di Solo Raya, sebanyak 21.846 orang yang terdampak banjir di 13 Kelurahan. Tujuan : Untuk mengetahui gambaran tingkat pengetahuan dan kesiapsiagaan lansia dalam penanggulangan bencana banjir di Kelurahan Jebres. Metode : Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif, dengan menggunakan teknik total sampling, sebesar 124 responden lansia di Kelurahan Jebres. Hasil : Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa tingkat pengetahuan lansia dalam penanggulangan bencana banjir di Kelurahan Jebres, mayoritas dalam kategori cukup baik sebesar 88 (72 %), sedangkan kesiapsiagaan lansia mayoritas dalam kategori siap sebesar 62 (50%). Kesimpulan : Tingkat pengetahuan lansia dalam penanggulangan bencana banjir di Kelurahan Jebres dalam kategori cukup baik dan kesiapsiagaan lansia dalam kategori siap.
Pengaruh Ekstrak Daun Kelor dan Buah Pepaya Terhadap Peningkatan Produksi ASI di Puskesmas Munjul Pandeglang Tahun 2024
Authors: Angraeni Eva Faina , M Maryam Syarah , Putri Magdalena Tri
Published: January 2025

Latar belakang Air Susu Ibu (ASI) adalah makanan alami yang paling utama serta paling baik untuk bayi. Penyebab produksi ASI rendah karena dapat dari faktor nutrisi gizi seimbang yang kurang, adanya masalah pada kesehatan mental seperti stress atau depresi sehingga merasa cemas, trauma setelah memakai kontrasepsi hormonal serta perawatan payudara yang tidak dilakukan dengan benar. Produksi ASI rendah disebabkan juga oleh kurang stimulasi hormon oksitosin pada hari pertama setelah persalinan. Dampak dari produksi ASI rendah yakni ibu tidak memberikan ASI eksklusif pada bayinya. Penatalaksanaan produksi ASI rendah dapat dengan cara pemenuhan gizi yang cukup pada ibu masa menyusui.
Tujuan penelitian Jenis penelitian  ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh ekstrak daun kelor dan buah pepaya terhadap peningkatan produksi ASI di Puskesmas Munjul tahun 2024.
Metode penelitian Kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus.
Hasil penelitian Terdapat peningkatan produksi ASI pada ibu masa menyusui yang diberikan ekstrak daun kelor dan buah pepaya muda. Pemberian ekstrak daun kelor lebih banyak 10 ml dibandingkan yang diberikan buah pepaya muda.
Kesimpulan penelitian Ada pengaruh pemberian ekstrak daun kelor dan buah pepaya muda terhadap peningkatan produksi ASI pada ibu menyusui di Puskesmas Munjul
Saran Diharapkan ibu menyusui dapat mengimplementasikan pemberian ekstrak daun kelor dan buah pepaya muda untuk meningkatkan produksi ASI.
Hubungan Tingkat Pengetahuan Dengan Perilaku Pencegahan Penyakit Leptospirosis Pasca Bencana Banjir Pada Lansia Kampung Semanggi
Authors: Anggraini Cindy , Hartutik Sri
Published: January 2025

Latar Belakang: Leptospirosis disebabkan oleh bakteri leptospira dan dapat menular dari hewan ke manusia atau sebaliknya. Leptospirosis mengakibatkan kerusakan organ, kematian, wabah atau kejadian luar biasa apabila tidak segera dilakukan pencegahan sejak dini. Penyebaran Leptospirosis sering terjadi setelah hujan deras atau banjir. Indonesia menempati urutan ketiga negara dengan kasus kematian akibat leptospirosis tertinggi di dunia. Tujuan: Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan hubungan antara tingkat pengetahuan dan perilaku pencegahan penyakit leptospirosis pasca bencana banjir pada lansia Kampung Semanggi. Metode: Penelitian kuantitatif survai dengan metode cross sectional. Teknik pengambilan sample menggunakan teknik purposiv sampling dengan 94 responden. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan pengisian kuesioner tingkat pengetahuan dan perilaku pencegahan penyakit leptospirosis. Hasil: Mayoritas responden berusia lansia muda, berjenis kelamin perempuan, pendidikan terakhir SD, tidak bekerja atau ibu rumah tangga, pemukiman yang padat, tingkat pengetahuan kurang baik, perilaku pencegahan kurang. Hasil uji spearman didapatkan nilai signifikasi p=0,00 (<0,05). Kesimpulan: Terdapat Hubungan antara tingkat pengetahuan dengan perilaku pencegahan penyakit leptospirosis pasca bencana banjir pada lansia Kampung Semanggi.
Empirical Analysis of the Effectiveness of Fiscal and Monetary Policy Tools in Stabilizing Economy: Evidence from Pakistan
Authors: Pervaiz Bushra , Manzoor Muhammad Qasim , Gull Rana Hamza , Umar Hafiza Asar
Published: January 2025

Fiscal and monetary policy plays a vital role in macroeconomic stability. The Keynesians have emphasized the fiscal policy whereas the Monetarists supported interventions under monetary policy. In fact, these policies are interrelated and influence each other. The expansionary fiscal policy overheats the economy and reduce the effectiveness of monetary policy. The use of the appropriate mix of tools under fiscal and monetary policy is of immense importance for economic stability under country specific economic conditions. Therefore, the instant study was meant to look at the effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policy instruments in stabilization of Pakistan’s economy. The data was collected from secondary sources of Government of Pakistan from 1986 to 2022. The government expenditure was analyzed to be a proxy for fiscal policy whereas money supply for monetary policy. The study employed Impulse Response Function (IRF) and Variance Decomposition (VDC) in Vector Autoregressive (VAR) Model. The findings of IRF confirmed the impact of money supply on economic growth in Pakistan. At first, the money supply affected the GDP negatively but after 3rd year, its impact was changed to be positive and it was rising sharply. It indicated that the expansionary monetary policy was effective in the medium and long run in Pakistan. It was concluded that the fiscal policy appeared to be relatively more effective for its contribution towards economic growth as compared with monetary policy.
Evaluation of the relationship between lipid profile and inflammatory parameters in patients with acne vulgaris
Authors: Gokdemir Gul Sahika , Alp Semahat , Nas Cemal , Ecevit Hasret
Published: January 2025

Aim: Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory disease of the pilosebaceous unit, which typically begins in adolescence but can occur at any age throughout life. The role of lipid metabolism in sebum synthesis in sebaceous glands in the pathogenesis of acne vulgaris is still being studied. This study aims to investigate the relationship between lipid profiles and inflammatory markers in patients with acne vulgaris and those without.
Methods: This study is designed as a retrospective study where the medical records of patients were reviewed. A total of 71 individuals, aged between 12 and 30, who applied to the Dermatology Clinic of Mardin Training and Research Hospital between January 1, 2022, and February 31, 2024, were included. Of these, 48 individuals were diagnosed with acne vulgaris and had not received any treatment, while 23 individuals were healthy controls with no history of chronic inflammatory systemic diseases or endocrine pathology. Demographic information (age, gender), lipid profile (cholesterol; CHO, triglycerides; TG, low-density lipoprotein; LDL, high-density lipoprotein; HDL), and inflammatory parameters (mean platelet volume; MPV, immature granulocyte; IG, platelet-large cell ratio; P-LCR, neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio; NLR, platelet-lymphocyte ratio; PLR, monocyte-lymphocyte ratio; MLR, and systemic immune-inflammation index; SII) were recorded. Appropriate statistical methods were used to evaluate the relationship between demographic characteristics, lipid profiles, and inflammatory parameters, depending on the type and distribution of the data. A p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: No significant difference was observed in terms of demographic data between the patient groups. When lipid profiles and inflammatory parameters were compared between patients with acne vulgaris and the control group, TG levels were significantly higher in the patient group compared to the control group (p = 0.039). However, no statistically significant differences were found between the groups in terms of CHO, HDL, LDL, MPV, IG, P-LCR, NLR, PLR, MLR, and SII parameters (p > 0.05). According to Pearson correlation analysis, a positive correlation was found between P-LCR and CHO (R: 0.399, p = 0.001) and HDL (R: 0.279, p = 0.022), while a negative correlation was reported between P-LCR and LDL (R: -0.317, p = 0.000).
Conclusion: In our study, TG levels were found to be significantly higher in patients with acne vulgaris, and a correlation between P-LCR and lipid profile was reported. Our findings emphasize the necessity of considering the interaction between lipid profiles and inflammatory parameters in the treatment approach of patients with acne vulgaris.
acto transductivo y el bioarte
Authors: Rojas Calderón Karina Erika
Published: January 2025

Este artículo indagó en el planteamiento de la estética en la filosofía de Gilbert Simondon, delimitada en su Teoría de la Transductividad, y el proceso de individuación. Esto permitió reflexionar sobre el marco de la hipermodernidad y la nueva concepción del arte con el fin de trasladarlo hacia la interpretación del proceso creativo y la producción artística en la expresión misma del bioarte a través de la pieza Nature? de la artista Marta de Menezes. Asimismo, el acto transductivo fue un elemento inherente al proceso de creación, propio de un arte crítico, que se desarrolla en el mundo de las biologías de lo posible. Además, explora la relación estrecha y dependiente del objeto técnico y del ser técnico como lo planteó Simondon. Por lo que, en este artículo, se propuso el acto transductivo como un elemento que es posible identificar en los procesos de creación artística en el bioarte.
The Learners’ Motivation to Speak English Through Role-Playing Games
Authors: Sanjaya Paschalis Kurniawan , Kastuhandani Fidelis Chosa
Published: January 2025

This research aimed to explore the role of Role-Playing Games in students' speaking motivation and how they maintain it. It is because in this era, video games, particularly Role-Playing Games (RPGS), have gained significant popularity among young generation. Recently, even in the academic field, video games' effect on motivation to learn English has received considerable attention among researchers. However, motivation in speaking English through role-playing video games, particularly focusing on college students, remains an underexplored area of research. Therefore, the researcher decided to conduct research on “Learners' motivation to speak English Through Role-Playing Games.” Two research questions were raised: 1) How do Role-Playing Games (RPGs) motivate learners to speak English? 2) How to maintain a learner's motivation to speak English when playing Role-Playing Games (RPGs)? Guided by Self-Determination Theory by Edward L. Deci and Richard Ryan, this research employed descriptive qualitative methods. The research participants were English Language Education Study Program (ELESP) students of Sanata Dharma University, who were carefully selected using purposive sampling. The data was collected using in-depth interviews with five interviewees. The researcher analyzed the data using thematic analysis, which includes transcription, coding, and interpretation of the collected data. The result showed that role-playing games can motivate learners to speak through interaction between players, the existence of goals, and positive feedback from peers. Furthermore, staying curious and remembering the goal can maintain learners' motivation to always speak English when playing games. This research offered valuable insights for learners and educators which might be useful for future education.
Strategi Manajemen dalam Pengembangan Kompetensi Pegawai negeri Sipil di Pemerintahan Aceh
Authors: Avrini Inda
Published: January 2025

Competency development is a requirement for Civil Servants (PNS) to encounter work challenges and demands in order to provide excellent services for the public. The Aceh Government's Employee Professionalism Index (IPP) of 52% shows that overall employee competency is still at a very low level. Therefore, strategic management is essentially required so that competency development for the civil servants can be implemented within existing constraints and limitations. Strategic management is a design or approach applied by an organization to achieve its goals and vision, in this case is to accomplish competency development programs. Regulations for civil servant competency development have been mandated in the relevant regulations and legislation, however the competency development program has yet been implemented optimally.  Qualitative approach with descriptive methods is used in this paper, data presentation is carried out by collecting and compiling data, and tabulating the results obtained from the Employee Professionalism Index (IPP) in several agencies in the Aceh government. The results show that there are several factors in implementing the competency development program for civil servants in the Aceh Government and can be addressed by several alternative policies.