bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Time Series Analysis of Noninterest to Interest-Earning Dynamics Between 1984 to 2023 in the US Commercial Banking Sector
Authors: Ray Achintya
Published: April 2024

Both interest and noninterest earnings form the two critical components of the income stream of commercial banks. While interest earnings are tied to the lending volume and prevailing interest rates primarily dictated by the monetary policy and central bank interventions, noninterest earnings can come from diversified sources like income from fiduciary activities, trading revenue, service charges on deposit accounts, fee income, etc. Noninterest earnings can be unrelated to lending volume and prevailing interest rates and possibly uncorrelated with the monetary policies. Noninterest earnings may be a more robust source of income, especially during the low-interest rate regimes. Managing the noninterest to interest earnings is a critical component of income smoothing used by the banks. Noninterest earnings have become a significant component of banks’ overall earnings in the last four decades, and the ratio of noninterest to interest earnings has also grown significantly, raising questions about the primary role of the banking sector in financial intermediation as defined by the collection and disbursement of loanable funds throughout the economy. The rise in noninterest earnings also raises questions about the potential conflict of interest especially if banks earn significant consulting income from the same entities that borrow heavily from the banks. In this paper, I look at the time series dynamics of the ratio of noninterest-to-interest earnings spanning nearly four decades from 1984:Q1 to 2023:Q3 for the USA’s FDIC-insured commercial banking sector. Although the ratio has fluctuated over the period and risen from the baseline, it does not exhibit any non-stationarity. The presence of unit root cannot be found during the time period studied. In other words, the ratio of noninterest-to-interest earnings in the US commercial banking sector does not show any explosive and unstainable growth. In a nutshell, the rise in the ratio seems to be an outcome of the broader income diversification strategy used by the banks and not necessarily a dramatic change in the business model of US commercial banking industry.
The Impact of Russian Aggression On Ties Between Ukrainians and Russians
Authors: Davlikanova Olena , Yashkina Oksana , Buchynska Olena , Lylyk Iryna
Published: April 2024

This study deals with the profound changes in the relationship between Ukrainians and Russians after the aggression of 2014 and the full-scale invasion of 2022. The goal is to outline the dynamics of Ukrainian-Russian relations and provide a deep context for politicians and academics who ponder the issue of reconciliation. The article presents the results of an anonymous online survey conducted by a group of Ukrainian researchers among citizens of Ukraine from May 1 to May 31, 2023. 1088 respondents were covered. The survey covered the dynamics of contacts between citizens of Ukraine and the Russian Federation before 2014, in the period 2014-2022 and the period after the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation into Ukraine, which began on February 24, 2022; the quality and content of such contacts; views of Ukrainians on the prospects of reconciliation, terms and prerequisites for its beginning; attitude to the myths that frame Ukrainian-Russian relations regarding states and nations. The obtained results are compared with the results of representative surveys that were previously conducted in Ukraine and Russia to track the attitudes of citizens of both countries. The research was conducted on a volunteer basis. The study showed that before the war, almost half of Ukrainians had contacts with Russians. After the invasion, many Ukrainians tried to cooperate with the Russians to counter the propaganda, but only a small number of Russians openly condemned the war. Only 5% of those polled expect reconciliation within the next decade, most believe it is impossible. The respondents consider gestures of repentance and significant socio-political changes in Russia to be the basis of real reconciliation. Thus, efforts to challenge Russian imperial narratives used for disinformation campaigns around the world are critical to deterring Russian aggression.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) Advantage for Police Chiefs: A Case for Studying Business for Law Enforcement Leadership
Authors: Norman Burrell Darrell , Wansi Theresia , Bianco Mathis Virginia , Ninassi Carlo , Hollar Brian , Yang Jennifer , England Catherine , Eulberg Joe , Ryerson James
Published: April 2024

Historically, two advanced degrees — the Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) and the Master of Public Administration (MPA) — have been considered the preferred choices for those seeking the highest ranks of law enforcement leadership. However, in recent years, characterized by rapid social change, technological progress, and growing public attention, the role of the police chief has evolved into a multifaceted leadership position that goes far beyond the traditional responsibilities of law enforcement. It covers a broader set of duties related to leadership and management communications in police units, organizational effectiveness, strategic management, administration, and control, effective financial resources and budgeting management, communications and accountability in local communities, and ethical decision-making to overcome the multifaceted challenges of modern police activity. The article argues that the degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA), known for its adaptability and versatility, can become a powerful alternative to MCJ and MPA today, as it provides police leaders with a more universal educational base, a comprehensive set of business skills and specialized knowledge, becomes more extensive, practical and an actual form of education of capable and adaptive police management personnel, allows to best prepare them for dynamic changes and transformation of job roles. The article critically examines to what extent and when solving which tasks the heads of police departments need knowledge and skills according to the traditional attributes of an MBA: in the field of financial management, strategic planning, leadership, and human resources management, effective and crisis communication, negotiation, interaction with the public, business ethics. The specifics of the application of the main attributes of those theories that are traditionally studied within the MBA program for the role of heads of police departments are analyzed: the theory of servant leadership, the theory of situational leadership, the theory of managerial economics, PESTEL analysis, and the theory of human relations. As a conceptual inquiry, this article lays the groundwork for continued research in this area to explore the MBA and its content courses as a useful tool for developing the skills and abilities of law enforcement leaders.
The Popularity and Enlightenment of Japanese Fantasy Travel-Themed Animation in China
Authors: He Ziyu
Published: April 2024

Japanese animation is widely spread in China with its wide variety and exquisite production, among which animation with fantasy travel as the theme has several loyal fans, such as Kino’s Journey: the Beautiful World, MUSHISHI, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End and other animation works have always maintained a high quality of reputation. However, there is little research on this kind of animation in learning. This paper starts with representative animations, introduces the secondary world theory and travel narrative theory, and analyzes that fantasy travel-themed animations are popular because of their high quality, healing effect, and ability to cater to the audience’s yearning. At the same time, it has the double aesthetic value of fantasy and life meaning. Therefore, it is suggested that Chinese animations can make further progress in terms of sensory experience, popular fashion, and cultural value, as well as expand the development space of Chinese animations by enriching themes and improving characters, fitting the popular points, and strengthening cultural integration.
Knockout of LINC01134 as a potential treatment for Liver Cancer in HepG2 cells
Authors: Lian Peihao
Published: April 2024

Liver cancer, a major global health issue, continues to contribute significantly to global deaths. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most prevalent primary liver cancer, remains a leading cause of cancer-related fatalities. This study explores the potential treatment for HCC by investigating the role of LINC01134, an encoding gene for the LncRNA TLNC1, in mediating the nuclear export of p53. The hypothesis suggests that knocking out the LINC01134 gene in HepG2 cells will decrease p53 nuclear export, leading to increased p53 levels and enhanced cellular responses to DNA damage. The methods include CRISPR CAS-9 for gene knockout, RT-PCR for TLNC1 expression, Immunofluorescence for p53 within the nucleus, and xenograft mouse model for in vivo tumor size reduction. Statistical analysis will be performed using a one-sample T-test. This strategy might effectively improve the cell’s reaction to DNA damage, which could halt or slow the growth of HCC.
Current status, mechanism and research progress of major sedative-hypnotic drugs for the treatment of insomnia
Authors: Wang Jiwu
Published: April 2024

Insomnia, a widespread condition in modern society, has seen a rise in its affected population in recent years. Prolonged insomnia not only causes anxiety and depression but also impairs individuals’ work and study efficiency while posing a threat to their physical health. Drug therapy is the predominant treatment for insomnia, encompassing drugs such as barbiturates, benzodiazepines, novel non-benzodiazepines, melatonin receptor agonists, melatonin, and orexin receptor antagonists. However, concerns arise due to the significant side effects, ease of tolerance development, dependency issues, and rebound phenomena upon drug discontinuation for some of these medications. Hence, there’s an urgent need for the research and development of novel hypnotic-sedative drugs that offer minimal toxic side effects, excellent tolerance, and reduced dependency. This paper presents a review of the mechanisms and research advancements of key sedative-hypnotic drugs in recent years. Furthermore, based on conformational relationships, we aim to predict the structure of these novel drugs, providing a valuable reference for drug research and development, while offering diverse drug options tailored to different patient needs.
A brief analysis of Guy Ritchie’s postmodernist style in Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels
Authors: Yin Mingyi
Published: April 2024

Black comedy is not a strictly critical concept of literary theory, but with the application of postmodernism in movies, the application of black humor in black comedy subverts the traditional way of humor. As early as the 5th century BC in Greece, comedian Aristophanes created literary works with humorous black color. In the 1960s, the publication of Friedman’s short story collection Black Humor marked the formal birth of black humor literature. (Thompson Bordwell 78) After the popularity of this school for several years, its influence penetrated the film field. Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels by Guy Ritchie is a typical representative of contemporary black comedy movies.
Understanding Self-Government
Authors: Barter Shane
Published: April 2024

Increasingly the go-to option for managing separatism, territorial autonomy provides special self-government for territorially concentrated minorities. Rather than an institution in its own right, autonomy is often studied as a form of decentralization and federalism or an endpoint in peace processes. To aid in conceptual development and demonstrate varied applications, this paper analyzes the varied forms and uses of territorial autonomy. The best-known forms are democratic and post-conflict. Less understood are indigenous, authoritarian, and ‘nested’ autonomies. These types of territorial autonomy are approach by distinct scholarly subfields and feature varied causes, institutions, effects, and defects.
An Attention-Based Deep Learning Approach for Lithium-ion Battery Lifespan Prediction: Analysis and Experimental Validation
Authors: Darwish Ahmed
Published: April 2024

The potential for lithium-ion batteries to become unstable can lead to operational malfunctions within the system and result in safety incidents. Therefore, accurately forecasting the remaining useful life (RUL) is beneficial in mitigating the likelihood of battery failure and prolonging its operational lifespan. Hence, precise estimation of RUL can help prevent numerous safety incidents and minimize resource wastage, presenting a significant and complex issue. This paper introduces a Deep Learning (DL) model that utilizes Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) and attention mechanism to improve the accuracy of predicting the RUL of lithium-ion batteries. Initially, the battery capacity regeneration phenomenon is captured by applying four LSTM layers, followed by implementing an attention mechanism to align input and output sequences based on the content or semantics of the input sequence. Finally, the final prediction outcomes are generated via a Fully Connected (FC) layer. The efficacy of the proposed model is assessed through the utilization of the NASA dataset, and its performance is contrasted with various deep learning models to highlight its efficacy. Results from the experiments demonstrate that the suggested At-LSTM presents a robust option for forecasting the RUL of lithium-ion batteries, as it delivers superior results compared to all other models examined.
Effect of CSR on Corporate Performance: The Mediating Role of Human Resources Management
Authors: Ghafoor Muzzammil Abdul , Sultana Neelam , Patras Waqas
Published: April 2024

The management and marketing literature has increasingly emphasized the significance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in determining company performance over the past few decades. While there is growing recognition of the potential impact of CSR initiatives on business outcomes, there remains a lack of consensus on the specific mechanisms through which CSR influences performance. This ambiguity underscores the need for further research to elucidate the relationship between CSR and business performance. Our research seeks to address this gap by examining the role of CSR-based human resource management as a potential mediating factor in this relationship. This focus is particularly pertinent given the pivotal role that employees, as key stakeholders, play in shaping organizational outcomes. By analyzing data from a sample of small and medium-sized manufacturing companies using partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM), we found evidence supporting the hypothesis that CSR initiatives can positively impact business performance. Importantly, our findings suggest that the effectiveness of a company's CSR strategy in enhancing performance may be contingent upon the extent to which these initiatives are geared towards improving human resource management efficiency. In conclusion, current study contributes to the evolving understanding of the complex interplay between CSR and business performance, highlighting the critical role of human resource management practices in mediating this relationship.
Fee-free Basic Education Policy Implementation in Tanzania: A ‘Phenomenon’ Worth Rethinking
Authors: Shukia Richard
Published: April 2024

This paper is based on a study that employed qualitative research methods to examine the implementation of the fee-free basic education policy in Tanzania. The study reveals that, the policy is misapprehended, and causing confusion and dissonance among key implementers including heads of schools and parents, and it is threatening the quality delivery of education. However, there is no doubt that the implementation of the fee-free education policy has significantly promoted access to basic education for children from various socio-economic backgrounds. Thus, this paper argues that the implementation of the fee-free basic education policy, albeit commendable, it is not a panacea to achieving equitable access and quality education delivery for all. Hence, the policy and its implementation is a ‘phenomenon’ worth rethinking for Tanzania to realise equitable and quality universal basic education.
Effect of Job Satisfaction on Organizational Commitment: Evidence from Employees of a Special Mission Organization in Rwanda
Authors: Gasengayire Jeanne Claudine , Ngatuni Proches
Published: April 2024

This study assessed the effect of job satisfaction and demographic characteristics on the organizational commitment of employees (N = 119) in Rwanda. The study adopted a cross-sectional survey design for data collection. Descriptive, correlation, standard, and hierarchical regression analysis techniques were used to carry out the analysis. The effect of intrinsic job satisfaction was positive and significant on overall organizational commitment, continuance, and normative commitment, but negative and significant on affective commitment. The opposite was the case for extrinsic job satisfaction, although the effect on affective commitment was insignificant. The effect of satisfaction with the work environment was positive but only significant on affective commitment and significantly negative on continuance commitment. Job satisfaction dimensions had a significant unique effect on the overall and all the organizational commitment dimensions, even after controlling for the effect of the five demographic characteristics. From the results, it is recommended that for the organization to enhance employees’ commitment, management should adopt measures that enhance job satisfaction among them. This study adds to the much-needed empirical evidence from the developing world, but more importantly, from a special mission organizational context, consistent with the interconnectedness of organizations across the globalized world.
Teachers’ Perceptions on the Relationship between Social Competence and Reading Skills Acquisition in Primary School Pupils
Authors: Messo Innocent N. , Shukia Richard
Published: April 2024

This paper set out to examine teachers’ perceptions of the link between social competence skills and reading skills acquisition in the Kiswahili language for standard four pupils in public primary schools. This was a qualitative study, made on the population of the Kiswahili language subject teachers. The study was conducted in Babati Township Council, Manyara Region, Tanzania. It involved 17 selected public primary schools where one subject and school head teachers from each school were involved. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview guide.  The results show that the most important social competence skills for the acquisition of reading skills are communication skills, as other skills depend on the pupil’s ability to communicate his/her ideas well. The study posits that social competence skills have a positive impact on pupils’ acquisition of reading skills. The study recommends an additional curriculum that imparts pupils with social competence skills for reading and academic achievements at large.
Impact of COVID-19 on Inclusive Education in Higher Learning Institutions in Rwanda
Authors: Twesige Daniel , Gasheja Faustin , Misago Kadhafi Isaie , Muvunyi Eugene
Published: April 2024

This study analysed the impact of COVID – 19 pandemics on the inclusive learning process of students in the higher learning institutions in Rwanda. A quantitative research design was adopted. Primary data was collected from 1170 students in 30 learning institutions in Rwanda using a closed ended questionnaire. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistical analytical tools. The results indicated covid -19 has impacted the inclusive learning process of students in the higher learning institutions in different ways.  Students in rural areas were more affected due to limited access to internet connections, lack of internet data and limited access to electricity all of which were caused by limited infrastructure in the online learning. Students from poor families regardless of their locations suffered more due to limited access to electricity and internet connections in their homes. The study contributed to the existing knowledge in two ways, Firstly, it established the impact of covid–19 pandemic on the inclusive learning process in higher learning institutions. Secondly, it established the learning inequality based on location and social economic status.
المفسرون بين المفاهيم القرآنية وإشكالية المصاديق الخارجية
Authors: آل حيدر ا.م.د. آمال خلف علي
Published: April 2024

ملخص البحث :
تمثل بعض النصوص القرآنية المباركة حقيقة وبيان انطباق المفاهيم القرآنية على المصاديق التي سيقت لأجلها حصراً ، ولا تقبل غيرها تارة ، وتارة أخرى تعطي مصاديق متعددة للمفهوم القرآني الواحد تبعاً لما يكتنف النص القرآني من دلالات متعددة فضلاً عن عدم انحسار المصداق بأفراد وأزمنة وأماكن محددة ، مما  أدى إلى ظهور الاختلاف بين المفسرين في فهم النص القرآني بناءً على انطباق المفهوم على المصداق أو عدمه ، فنزول الآية  في جماعة أو فرد لا يوجب اختصاصها بذلك المورد ما دام اللفظ (عاماً) ، أما إذا كان اللفظ (خاصأً) من خلال ظهوره القرآني ، أو تخصيصه بالروايات الصحيحة الواردة في بيان أسباب النزول ، فإنه يتعين بمصداق واحد ينطبق على أفراد مخصوصين ولا ينطبق على غيرهم .
إنماز ( المفهوم ) بثباته دائماً ، إذ عده المفسرون توقيفياً لا يقبل التغيير ولا التبديل ، أما ( المصداق) فإنه متغير تبعاً لعدد من القرائن منها ، مكية الآية ومدنيتها ، وأسباب النزول وشأن النزول ، والناسخ والمنسوخ ، وقد أشار البحث إلى نظرية وحدة المفهوم وتعدد المصداق التي اعتمدها بعض المفكرين في توجيه المعنى واستنباط الأحكام ، عن طريق عرض نماذج تطبيقية تُبين كلا الحالتين - انطباق المفهوم على مصداق خارجي واحد ، وتعدد المصاديق الخارجية  للمفهوم الواحد - ؛ لذا يسعى البحث للكشف عن آراء المفسرين في حقيقة المفهوم والمصداق وبيان مدى انطباقه أو عدمه على المصداق الخارجي في محاولة لبيان مسارات  الحقائق القرآنية المنضوية تحت المفاهيم العامة في النص القرآني
العوامل المؤثرة في الحد من ظاهرة الإعلام الهابط في مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي
Authors: م.م. ازهر سهيل نجم
Published: April 2024

يهدف البحث الى التعرف العوامل المؤثرة في الحد من ظاهرة الإعلام الهابط في مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، ومعرفة الأدوات التي تساهم في الحد من ظاهرة الإعلام الهابط في مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، ومعرفة دور وتأثير الجهات المعنية لمكافحة ظاهرة الإعلام الهابط في مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي، ومعرفة دور التعليم والتوعية الإعلامية لتقليل انتشار الإعلام الهابط في مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي. واعتمد الباحث في هذه الدراسة على المنهج النوعي من خلال أداة المقابلات المعمقة مع الخبراء والمختصين في مجال الدراسة حيث بلغ عددهم (8) خبراء ومختصين، وللإجابة عن تساؤلات البحث توصل الباحث الى النتائج الآتية: من العوامل المؤثرة في الحد من ظاهرة الإعلام الهابط على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي توعية المستخدمين بمخاطر الإعلام الهابط وتأثيره على المجتمع، وتثقيفهم حول كيفية التعرف على الأخبار المزيفة والمضللة. وتشجيع المستخدمين على تطوير مهاراتهم في تقييم المحتوى والتأكد من صحة المعلومات قبل تداولها أو الاعتماد عليها. كما يوصي بضرورة تعزيز التوعية حول أخطار الإعلام الهابط وتأثيره السلبي على المجتمع والأفراد، ويمكن ذلك من خلال حملات توعية على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي وفي وسائل الإعلام الأخرى. وينبغي على مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي تبني سياسات أكثر صرامة للتحقق من صحة المحتوى المنشور والتصدي للمعلومات الزائفة والمضللة
PENINGKATAN LAYANAN DALAM KETERBATASAN SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA (SDM) TENAGA KEPENDIDIKAN (STUDI PADA UNIVERSITAS ISLAM NEGERI SAYYID ALI RAHMATULLAH TULUNGAGUNG)
Authors: Fuad Zein Zakiyul
Published: April 2024

Policy paper ini membahas permasalahan ketimpangan antara jumlah mahasiswa dengan jumlah tenaga kependidikan pada Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung. Pelayanan yang baik harus didukung, baik kualitas maupun kuantitas Sumber Daya Manusia (SDM) tenaga kependidikan yang memadai. Sebagai Satuan Kerja Badan Layanan Umum (BLU), UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung dapat menyelenggarakan layanan akademik maupun layanan non akademik. Untuk menyelenggarakan layanan tersebut, dibutuhkan adanya SDM yang memadai. Tenaga kependidikan merupakan ujung tombak pelayanan kepada mahasiswa dan masyarakat pada umumnya. Penulis mencoba untuk mencari solusi atas peningkatan pesat jumlah mahasiswa yang tidak diimbangi dengan peningkatan jumlah SDM tenaga kependidikan. Kondisi ini menyebabkan rasio jumlah mahasiswa dengan tenaga kependidikan yang tersedia menjadi tidak ideal dan berimbas terhadap kualitas layanan yang diberikan. Layanan yang cepat dan ramah sulit untuk diwujudkan. Dengan metode kualitatif deskriptif, penulis melakukan analisis sumber-sumber permasalahan dan mencari solusi atas permasalahan tersebut. Hasilnya, penulis merekomendasikan: 1) pimpinan memperketat kuota seleksi penerimaan mahasiswa baru; 2) pimpinan membangun sistem aplikasi yang terintegrasi ke dalam satu sistem database berbasis web, Android, dan IOS; 3) pimpinan melibatkan pihak lain dalam penyelenggaraan layanan tertentu; dan 4) pimpinan menggunakan metode Kerja Sama Manajemen (KSM) dalam pengelolaan bisnis non akademik BLU, sehingga SDM yang tersedia bisa lebih fokus kepada layanan akademik sebagai core business BLU UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung.
Effect of Maternal Obesity on Pregnancy Outcomes and Metabolic Consequences
Authors: Iqbal Madiha , Muhammad Zia , Iqbal Sana , Akhter Rubina , Ibrahim  , Safdar Sabah
Published: April 2024

Background: Maternal obesity has emerged as a critical public health issue with profound implications for both maternal and neonatal health. The increasing prevalence of obesity among women of reproductive age underscores the urgency of examining its impact on pregnancy outcomes and the metabolic health of offspring. Previous studies have identified associations between maternal obesity and adverse pregnancy outcomes, including gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), and cesarean delivery, as well as long-term metabolic disturbances in offspring.
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effects of maternal obesity on pregnancy outcomes and to elucidate the potential metabolic consequences for offspring, contributing to the understanding of intergenerational transmission of metabolic risk.
Methods: Conducted at the Gyne B Unit of Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, this retrospective cohort study included 6,910 obstetric admissions from January to December of the previous year. Pregnant women aged 18-45 years with singleton pregnancies were included, excluding those with pre-existing medical conditions. BMI was calculated from self-reported pre-pregnancy weight and height. Outcomes analyzed included GDM, HDP, mode of delivery, macrosomia, neonatal hypoglycemia, stillbirth, and neonatal mortality. Data analysis utilized SPSS version 25, employing descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, t-tests or Mann-Whitney U tests, and multivariable logistic regression models.
Results: Among the participants, 55.7% were of normal weight, 20.6% overweight, and 18.4% obese. Obese pregnant women demonstrated significantly higher rates of GDM (8.6% vs. 23.7%, p=0.001), HDP (18.3% vs. 6.4%, p=0.011), and cesarean delivery (55.7% vs. 30.1%, p=0.003) compared to their normal-weight counterparts. Offspring of obese mothers had a higher incidence of fetal macrosomia (10.2% vs. 5.4%, p=0.001) and neonatal hypoglycemia (10.4% vs. 6%, p<0.001).
Conclusion: The study confirms the significant association between maternal obesity and adverse pregnancy outcomes, including increased risks of GDM, HDP, and cesarean delivery. Furthermore, offspring of obese mothers are at an elevated risk of metabolic disturbances, indicating the necessity of addressing maternal obesity to improve health outcomes for both mothers and their children.
Knowledge, Attitude and Skills of Physiotherapists Towards Tele-Rehabilitation
Authors: Saeed Warda , Asif Nimra , Malik Mahnoor , Amjad Aima , Aslam Memoona , Fatima Kanwal , Butt Ammara Fayyaz , Saleem Anum , Rafique Hira , Aslam Intsam
Published: April 2024

Background: With the rapid integration of information and communication technology in healthcare, telerehabilitation has emerged as a vital tool in physiotherapy, offering an alternative to traditional care methods. This evolution necessitates an understanding of physiotherapists' readiness and capability to employ such technologies in clinical practice.
Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of physiotherapists regarding telerehabilitation, to ascertain their proficiency and perceptions of its application in clinical settings.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted over four months, post-approval of the research synopsis. Data were collected using the Telemedicine - Awareness, Knowledge, Attitude & Skills (AKAS) Questionnaire via an online Google Form from a non-probability convenience sample of 350 clinical and academic physiotherapists in Lahore. Participants had a minimum of six months of clinical experience and were aged 24 years or older. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 21.0 to interpret the survey responses statistically.
Results: Among the participants, 89.7% displayed a positive attitude toward the use of telecommunications in telerehabilitation. A significant majority (79.1%) recognized telerehabilitation as a legitimate service, with 80.6% agreeing on its efficacy in patient follow-up. Computer literacy varied, with 27.4% possessing advanced knowledge, 47.1% mediocre, and 25.4% beginner levels. Statistically significant correlations were observed between levels of computer knowledge and attendance at training programs (p < 0.05 for advanced and mediocre knowledge).
Conclusion: The study concluded that physiotherapists generally hold a positive view of telerehabilitation, recognizing its importance in the continuum of care. Nonetheless, the variability in ICT skills highlights the need for comprehensive training to fully exploit the capabilities of telerehabilitation in enhancing patient care.
Pineal Gland Epidermoid cyst, a rare Tumor
Authors: Hassan Muhammad Ali , Nadeem Muhammad , Shah Shahid Ahmed , Akbar Hamaida , Vaqar Syed
Published: April 2024

Background: Intracranial epidermoid cysts, forming 1% of adult and 3-8% of pediatric brain tumors, are among the rarest of intracranial neoplasms. Originating from ectodermal remnants retained during embryonic development, pineal epidermoid cysts are rare benign tumors that often manifest as obstructive hydrocephalus due to midbrain tectum compression.
Objective: To report on the clinical presentation, diagnostic process, and surgical management of a pineal epidermoid cyst in a young adult, emphasizing the role of ventriculoperitoneal shunting and the outcomes of surgical intervention.
Methods: A case study of a 20-year-old male presenting with a 4-month history of occipital headaches and vertigo, without seizures, neurological deficits, or visual disturbances. Diagnostic evaluation included brain imaging that revealed hydrocephalus secondary to a pineal space-occupying lesion. A ventriculoperitoneal shunt was placed for obstructive hydrocephalus treatment prior to the surgical excision of the pineal lesion.
Results: The patient underwent a ventriculoperitoneal shunting procedure, followed by a suboccipital transtentorial craniotomy 2 months later, leading to the complete resection of the pineal space-occupying lesion. The histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of a pineal epidermoid cyst. Post-surgical follow-up indicated significant symptomatic improvement with no recurrence observed.
Conclusion: Pineal epidermoid cysts, while rare, can significantly impact patient well-being through the development of obstructive hydrocephalus. Early intervention with ventriculoperitoneal shunting followed by surgical resection can lead to favorable outcomes. Long-term monitoring is essential to ensure there is no recurrence.
Massive Solar PV Potential in Sri Lanka
Authors: Darsha Jayathunga
Published: April 2024

Sri Lanka is facing an energy crisis due to insufficient exploitation of renewable energy resources and high reliance on imported fossil fuels. Building-integrated PV (BIPV) systems are one approach that provides various benefits in countries with limited land areas and congested metropolitan regions for ensuring energy security. This study was conducted to evaluate the rooftop solar PV capacity and yearly electricity generation potential in selected provinces in Sri Lanka. The study found 115 km2 of rooftop area for solar PV installation in four Sri Lankan provinces; Sabaragamuwa, Western, Northern, and North Central with approximately 25 GW of solar PV installation capacity could lead to annual electricity generation of 45 TWh which could reduce carbon emissions by 20 million tCO2 per year.
Posicionamentos da Différance
Authors: Pereira Dos Santos Hernani , Monteiro Silva Caio
Published: April 2024

Este ensaio teórico se propõe a pensar possibilidades de leitura a partir da estratégia de Desconstrução inspirada no pensamento de Jacques Derrida, construindo-se como uma incursão metodológica e que tem pretensões de contribuir com a discussão epistemológica sobre a pesquisa em torno do fenômeno (ou o discurso) em ciências humanas. Em um primeiro momento, são propostas pistas para uma leitura derridiana do fenômeno que, enquanto tal, demonstra possuir uma estrutura textual. Para tanto, parte-se da centralidade do conceito de Différance e como ele circunscreve a possibilidade de um objeto de análise da estratégia desconstrucionista – a errância do sentido, que considera, simultaneamente, sua dinâmica e estrutura. Na sequência, define-se esta perspectiva de leitura como uma estratégia de análise/leitura do mundo da vida, mostrando como pode contribuir o conceito de realidade enquanto texto para tal discussão. Por fim, esboça-se uma síntese dos elementos fundamentais dessa estratégia. Conclui-se este ensaio com a sugestão de que o mundo da vida cotidiano é constituído por uma história de contingências e atravessamentos e por uma verticalidade que, sem se comprometer com a ideia de uma arché última, tem um centro que, contudo, não é idêntico à subjetividade, mas seu produtor – a estrutura e dinâmica da Différance.
O PENSAMENTO EMANCIPADOR DE ENRIQUE DUSSEL (1934-2023)
Authors: Bonhomme Hernán Crego , Ferrete Yuri Alexandre , Holanda Adriano Furtado
Published: April 2024

Façamos uma lista dos dez filósofos que mais gostamos. Façamos o mesmo com os sociólogos, antropólogos ou da disciplina que queiramos. Aposto que o resultado desta lista será a notável evidência do colonialismo sedimentado em nossa cultura. Salvo exceções, nenhum destes nomes será um nome de origem latino-americana. Todos, se não a grande a maioria, serão personagens europeus que povoam os programas escolares e universitários e que tem conseguido sufocar o interesse e alimentado o desprezo pela produção latino-americana. Voltar a olhar para as nossas próprias fontes foi a tarefa que, com ímpeto militante, definiu a trajetória de Enrique Dussel.
The bright future of research on creativity in music education
Authors: Kupers Elisa
Published: April 2024

In den letzten Jahrzehnten hat sich die Auffassung von Kreativität gewandelt – von einem vorwiegend individuellen, internen kognitiven Prozess zu einem sozial konstruierten, kulturell verankerten Phänomen. Dieser Artikel verknüpft diese Entwicklungen mit empirischer Forschung zur Musikpädagogik. Es zeigt sich, dass musikalische Kreativität keine angeborene Gabe ist, sondern eine erworbene Fertigkeit, die durch die Interaktion von Studierenden, Lehrkräften, Peers und musikalischem 'Material' entsteht. Eine detaillierte Analyse dieser Prozesse ist notwendig, um die vielfältigen Wege der musikalischen Kreativitätsentwicklung zu verstehen.
Utilisation of renewable biogas and landfill gas sources for ethanol and methanol synthesis
Authors: Vasileiadis Savvas , Vasileiadou Artemis , Ziaka Zoe , Fatmelis Elias , Spourtoudi Christina
Published: April 2024

An improved efficient catalytic method of ethanol synthesis is discussed from synthesis gas based on waste biogas and landfill gas resources. Wise utilization of waste biogas and landfill gases can be essential in the renewable area of energy and chemicals production. Improved practices for ethanol and methanol production that contribute to enhanced utilization of renewable resources are investigated in this article. Ethanol can be produced via a direct catalytic one-step process from synthesis gas coming out from a conventional reactor or from a membrane type reformer. Moreover, methanol synthesis from synthesis gas based on waste biogas and landfill gas resources is also discussed showing a significant potential. The detailed flowsheet of the corresponding processes is presented to show the reactors pathway.
Measuring Readiness to Welcome a Golden Indonesia (2045): Analysis of the Implementation of Pancasila Economics and its Legal Umbrella
Authors: Alfiani Novita , Al Akhdloriy Abdurrahman , Mawardi Chalik
Published: April 2024

A factor that can support the accomplishment of the Indonesian state's objectives is the economic application of Pancasila. From Mohammad Hatta's worldview, the Pancasila economy is a force that can support the accomplishment of national objectives. To attain national objectives, create a modern, wealthy, and prosperous Indonesia. Normative legal research is what this study is. According to the research, cooperatives have Pancasila economic values and are vital to the country's economy. A more appropriate reflection of the family-based and Pancasila-based economic system model of economic law development can be seen in creating cooperatives to address issues that provide difficulty for foreign investment. In order to fulfill the dream of Indonesia's golden years, it can significantly influence the country's economic growth in 2045.
The Effect of Tera Gymnastics on Reducing Hypertension in the Elderly in Dukugawing-Kepunduan Cirebon
Authors: Erna Marissa Dewi
Published: April 2024

Elevations in blood pressure and pulse might result from changes in the cardiovascular system that occur with aging, including the loss of artery flexibility. Motion-based exercise for the elderly increases the release of hormones that relax the patient by stimulating the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Senior gymnastics is an excellent physical activity for removing fat and cholesterol from blood vessels. This study aimed to determine the impact of senior exercise on hypertension in the older population in the Dukugawing Block, Kepunduan Village, Dukuntang District, and Cirebon Regency. The pre-experimental research design employed in this study included 34 senior hypertensive participants in a one-group pre-posttest design using simple total sampling. As the data were normally distributed, a paired t-test was used for data analysis after blood pressure was taken using a sphygmomanometer and elderly gymnastics was measured using a standard operating procedure (SOP). As a result of the intervention, the average blood pressure dropped from 150/94 mmHg to 140/90 mmHg, according to the data. After administering an aged exercise intervention for the elderly in the Dukugawing Block, Kepunduan Village, Dukuntang District, Cirebon Regency, a paired sample t-test analysis yielded a p-value = 0.00 <0.05, indicating a significant difference in blood pressure before and after participation.
Tourism Color Run Party Event Management in Ngawi
Authors: Nurmala Fadin Delfian Intan
Published: April 2024

With every city, big or small, hosting a steady schedule of fresh events each year, events or festivals have become an integral element of Indonesian culture. A prime example is Ngawi City, East Java's Color Run Party. Even then, this event brings up several concerns, including the buildup of trash and the degradation of Indonesian culture due to the absence of regional components. The impact of the Color Run Party on society and culture, as well as destination and visitor management, are covered in this article. A qualitative technique is employed as the primary instrument in this research method, which describes the object's natural state. Findings indicate that although destination management and other event-related factors have been well-organized, some areas, such as trash management and the absence of regional cultural components, still need improvement. So that this event not only concentrates on quantity but also considers the effects on the environment and culture, more cautious management is required. Keywords: local culture, tourism destination management, Color Run Party, festival, and event management.
Përgatitja mësimdhënësve para shërbimit në kosovë: sfidat dhe mundësitë
Authors: Mehmeti Selim
Published: April 2024

Ky studim shqyrton programet universitare për përgatitjen e mësimdhënësve para shërbimit në Kosovë. Përdor qasjen cilësore në hulumtim, modelin studim rasti, për analizë të Programit Fillor dhe Programit Master për Mësimdhënie Lëndore në Fakultetin e Edukimit në Prishtinë. Janë shqyrtuar aspektet e ndërlidhjes së përshkrimeve të programeve te studimit dhe të kurseve të programeve, me qëllimet dhe rezultatet e pritura të programeve të studimit, me kompetencat për mësimdhënës dhe kërkesat e kurrikulës së bazuar në kompetenca. Pjesëmarrës në studim përmes intervistave me shkrim ishin 5 edukatorë të mësimdhënësve dhe 11 mësimdhënës fillestarë (1–2 vjet përvojë në mësimdhënie). Të dhënat cilësore të mbledhura janë analizuar përmes metodës së analizës tematike.
Gjetjet tregojnë se Programi i studimit për arsim fillor dhe Programi Master për mësimdhënie lëndore, përfshijnë elemente nga fushat kryesore të zhvillimit të kompetencave të mësimdhënësve, me dominim të traditës në përmbajtje akademike. Mënyra se si janë integruar kërkesat dhe risitë e kurrikulës së arsimit parauniversitar në përmbajtjet e programeve për mësimdhënës të ardhshëm, akoma nuk reflekton përfarim të duhur të programeve me kontekstin e shkollës dhe me nevojat e mësimdhënësve fillestarë. Gjetjet e studimit tregojnë për nevojën e reflektimit institucional ndaj zhvillimit të programeve dhe syllabuseve lëndore, për të siguruar ndërlidhje të qëndrueshme me kompetencat për mësimdhënës, me kërkesat e kurrikulës shkollore dhe temat kroskurrikulare me interes për shoqërinë dhe gjeneratat e ardhshme. Rekomandimet e nxjerra nga ky studim mund të shërbejnë si bazë për studime të mëtejme, rishikim të politikave të sistemit për përgatitjen e mësimdhënësve të ardhshëm dhe të programeve për mësimdhënës para shërbimit, me qëllim që sistemi për përgatitjen e mësimdhënësve të reformohet dhe të sigurojë përgatitje cilësore të mësimdhënësve të ardhshëm.
Handicap som fraværende tilstedeværelse
Authors: Dahl Olivia , Falster Emil
Published: April 2024

Denne artikel behandler, hvordan handicap i lovgivning på dagtilbudsområdet og i pædagogisk praksis er karakteriseret ved en fraværende tilstedeværelse som et socialt fænomen. Med afsæt i to forskningsprojekter analyseres lovgivningstekster og kvalitative interviews med unge og unge voksne med cerebral parese CP. Det diskuteres afslutningsvis, hvordan pædagogiske praksisser kan “crippes” ved at trække på indsigter fra Crip Studies, og hvordan det kan være med til at afproblematisere handicapidentiteter og politisere handicap. Det konkluderes, at både lovgivning og praksisser orienteret mod mennesker med handicap individualiserer og afpolitiserer handicap, hvilket medfører en nedtoning og usynliggørelse af strukturelle barrierer og at unge og unge voksne med CP i stedet må udføre forskellige former for strategisk arbejde for at leve op til idealet om den “normale” krop.
Perceptions, reflections and experiences of Teaching Advancement at Universities Fellows in Health Professions Education
Authors: Abrahams A , Du Plessis J , Hudson L
Published: April 2024

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Electricity Storage Towards Sustainability
Authors:   , Kudurs Edgars
Published: April 2024

The Doctoral Thesis aims to study the technological possibilities of electricity storage and the factors affecting the implementation of these technologies. The research investigates the possibilities of energy accumulation that would allow the energy sector and the economy to move towards energy independence, including various energy consumers, from households and companies to regions and countries, to achieve climate neutrality goals as soon as possible. The Doctoral Thesis is based on the scientific publications developed during doctoral studies.
Jointly looking to the past and the future in visual working memory
Authors: Liu Baiwei , Alexopoulou Zampeta-Sofia , van Ede Freek
Published: April 2024

Working memory enables us to bridge past sensory information to upcoming future behaviour. Accordingly, by its very nature, working memory is concerned with two components: the past and the future. Yet, in conventional laboratory tasks, these two components are often conflated, such as when sensory information in working memory is encoded and tested at the same location. We developed a task in which we dissociated the past (encoded location) and future (to-be-tested location) attributes of visual contents in working memory. This enabled us to independently track the utilisation of past and future memory attributes through gaze, as observed during mnemonic selection. Our results reveal the joint consideration of past and future locations. This was prevalent even at the single-trial level of individual saccades that were jointly biased to the past and future. This uncovers the rich nature of working memory representations, whereby both past and future memory attributes are retained and can be accessed together when memory contents become relevant for behaviour.
Structures of wild-type and a constitutively closed mutant of connexin26 shed light on channel regulation by CO2
Authors: Brotherton Deborah H. , Nijjar Sarbjit , Savva Christos G. , Dale Nicholas , Cameron Alexander D.
Published: April 2024

Connexins allow intercellular communication by forming gap junction channels (GJCs) between juxtaposed cells. Connexin26 (Cx26) can be regulated directly by CO
2
. This is proposed to be mediated through carbamylation of K125. We show that mutating K125 to glutamate, mimicking the negative charge of carbamylation, causes Cx26 GJCs to be constitutively closed. Through cryo-EM we observe that the K125E mutation pushes a conformational equilibrium towards the channel having a constricted pore entrance, similar to effects seen on raising the partial pressure of CO
2
. In previous structures of connexins, the cytoplasmic loop, important in regulation and where K125 is located, is disordered. Through further cryo-EM studies we trap distinct states of Cx26 and observe density for the cytoplasmic loop. The interplay between the position of this loop, the conformations of the transmembrane helices and the position of the N-terminal helix, which controls the aperture to the pore, provides a mechanism for regulation.