bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Developing statistical reasoning in a “piecemeal” secondary statistics curriculum—the next step
Authors:   California Polytechnic State University, Peck Roxy
Published: May 2022

In the last decade, statistics and data analysis have become a more visible component of the secondary school mathematics curriculum in the United States. In most cases, statistics and data analysis topics have been divided up and spread through the mathematics curriculum. However, many important concepts of statistics are not mathematical in nature and are not easily integrated into existing mathematics courses. As a consequence, most students complete their secondary education having seen a number of graphical and numerical statistical methods but having not encountered many key concepts required for mature statistical reasoning. Recognizing that the addition of a separate statistics course to the secondary curriculum is unlikely, an alternate approach is proposed. With support from the American Statistical Association (ASA) and the ASA/NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Joint Committee on Probability and Statistics in the K-12 Curriculum, a capstone experience for secondary students has been designed. Making Sense of Statistical Studies is a coordinated and coherent set of case studies that can be integrated into mathematics courses to provide students with an understanding of the data analysis process and help them develop the conceptual understanding that provides the foundation for statistical reasoning. This paper contributes to the conference topic of curricular materials and tools for improving students’ learning at school level.
Next steps in Statistics Education: Successful Service Teaching
Authors:   Postgraduate Statistics Centre, Dept. of Mathematics and Statistics, Lancaster University, Allen Ruth , Abram B ,   The Management School, Lancaster University, Folkard A ,   Lancaster Environment Centre, Lancaster Universit
Published: May 2022

Whilst great progress has been made in the field of statistics education, a remaining challenge is to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of service teaching in order to create successful end- users of statistics and to raise the profile of statistics within the wider community. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Lancaster University has a successful record of service teaching to other departments within the University. The opening of its new Postgraduate Statistics Centre in 2008, and the associated resources for teaching innovation, has enabled this high quality teaching to now expand, with more service courses currently being developed in collaboration with the recipient departments. We have undertaken an evaluation of statistics service teaching within the landmark Lancaster Environment Centre at Lancaster University, which incorporates statistics users from the fields of Biology, Environmental Science and Geography. Collaborating with staff and students from those departments has enabled a thorough evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the current course offered, and has allowed us to make several recommendations for creating a new tailored and effective service course. We have demonstrated that the most efficient and effective approach to service teaching involves close collaboration between all departments involved in order to benefit both those teaching and those learning.
Turning web 2.0 tools into tools for teaching statistics
Authors:   Italy’s National Institute of Statistics, Alfredo Barbieri Giovanni , Giacché Paola ,   Italy’s National Institute of Statistics
Published: May 2022

This paper aims at stressing the opportunities provided by the web 2.0 for introducing a new approach to statistics in schools and academia. Our approach is supported by two strictly connected motives: first, the web 2.0 new technology, widespread and easy to use, allows strong interactivity, facilitates and encourages a continuous evaluation of the stuff found in the web. Second, students use this technology in their everyday life for communicating, playing, listening to music, downloading movies and also studying. This paper aims at showing that Statistics education could profit from the combination of these two aspects, describing how some websites provide interactive lessons, explanations, information about data (metadata), ways of representing statistical information and so on.
The next great leap – from official data to public knowledge
Authors:   Durham University, Ridgway Jim , Nicholoson James ,   Durham University, McCuker Sean ,   Durham University
Published: May 2022

Many statistical agencies are attempting to inform citizens about the state of society, and current social changes. The literature on statistical literacy suggests that this might be an uphill struggle. Here, we use a press release from Ireland’s Central Statistical Office to show how important social trends that are masked in the press release can be made easier to understand via the use of new technologies. We advocate the use of mash-ups as the default form for press releases, and provide an example on the use of alcohol by young people.
How do experts think about statistics? Hints for improving undergraduate and postgraduate training
Authors:   Queensland University of Technology, Low Choy Samantha , Wilson Therese ,   Queensland University of Technology
Published: May 2022

Experts are increasingly being called upon to quantify their knowledge, particularly in situations where data is not yet available or of limited relevance. In many cases this involves asking experts to estimate probabilities. For example experts, in ecology or related fields, might be called upon to estimate probabilities of incidence or abundance of species, and how they relate to environmental factors. Although many ecologists undergo some training in statistics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, this does not necessarily focus on interpretations of probabilities. More accurate elicitation can be obtained by training experts prior to elicitation, and if necessary tailoring elicitation to address the expert’s strengths and weaknesses. Here we address the first step of diagnosing conceptual understanding of probabilities. We refer to the psychological literature which identifies several common biases or fallacies that arise during elicitation. These form the basis for developing a diagnostic questionnaire, as a tool for supporting accurate elicitation, particularly when several experts or elicitors are involved. We report on a qualitative assessment of results from a pilot of this questionnaire. These results raise several implications for training experts, not only prior to elicitation, but more strategically by targeting them whilst still undergraduate or postgraduate students.
Towards measuring technological pedagogical content knowledge in statistics: middle school teachers using graphing calculators
Authors:   Texas State University, Alejandra Sorto M , Lesser Lawrence ,   The University of Texas at El Paso
Published: May 2022

This paper discusses the process of designing and empirically testing measures of teachers’ technological pedagogical statistical knowledge (TPSK), addressing conference theme # 3 -- next steps in statistics education with respect to preparing teachers to implement new (usually, technology-rich) curricula. The authors conceptualize this knowledge in the broader context of technological pedagogical content knowledge and provide some specific examples of items applied to statistics. In creating measures to capture this complex construct, the authors drew upon literature of students’ (mis)conceptions, authentic teaching experiences, and alignment with statistical expectations for middle school teachers. Results from a pilot survey of middle school teachers suggest that some items have potential to uncover aspects of teachers’ (mis)con
Next Steps in Statistics Education: Identifying Teacher Professional Development Needs for Teaching the Data Analysis Component of Primary Level Mathematics
Authors:   University of Limerick, Leavy Aisling
Published: May 2022

This study reveals the pedagogical decision making undertaken when designing instruction for primary level statistics. We report on the activity of five groups of preservice teachers when engaging in Lesson Study and identify the content and pedagogical content knowledge needed for teaching statistics. The research highlights the power of lesson study to reveal aspects of statistical reasoning that are drawn heavily upon in the teaching of statistics and identifies fundamental weaknesses in statistical understanding that may not be uncovered through standard methods of assessment. The paper concludes with suggestions for how we can better prepare teachers for implementing statistics curricula at the primary level.
Statistical human resource development: the case of bukidnon state university, philippines
Authors:   Bukidnon State University, Joy Mirasol
Published: May 2022

Two trainings on Confirmatory and Exploratory Data Analyses and Data Mining were conducted to enhance capacity of faculty and step up their development in basic and advanced statistical methodological skills, so with their research capability. Training designs were perceptively prepared to address the variability of the participants’ educational status. Issues and challenges raised during the trainings include among others: existing researches are limited and confined only within the parameters of the workplace, wanting for a more in depth and comprehensive research utilizing data mining as a tool, and aggressive collaboration efforts and linkage among funding institutions. The training likewise motivated and enhanced faculty skills in the use of appropriate statistics methods useful in their research undertakings. Initial results revealed a significant increase in the number of quality and collaborative researches consistent with the vision of the university and established linkage from the local support institutions.
Development and validation of a teaching practice scale (TISS) for instructors of introductory statistics at the college level
Authors:   Mercy College, Hassad Rossi
Published: May 2022

This study examined the teaching practices of 227 college instructors of introductory statistics (from the health and behavioral sciences). Using primarily multidimensional scaling (MDS) techniques, a two-dimensional, 10-item teaching practice scale, TISS (Teaching of Introductory Statistics Scale), was developed and validated. The two dimensions (subscales) were characterized as constructivist, and behaviorist, and are orthogonal to each other. Criterion validity of this scale was established in relation to instructors’ attitude toward teaching, and acceptable levels of reliability were obtained. A significantly higher level of behaviorist practice (less reform-oriented) was reported by instructors from the USA, and instructors with academic degrees in mathematics and engineering. This new scale (TISS) will allow us to empirically assess and describe the pedagogical approach (teaching practice) of instructors of introductory statistics. Further research is required in order to be conclusive about the structural and psychometric properties of this scale.
Decomposition of Total Factor Productivity of Cash Crops in Pakistan: A Malmquist Data Envelop Analysis
Authors: Khan Nazir Ullah , Rehman Abdur
Published: May 2022

This paper examined the total factor productivity of cash crops in Pakistan from 1980 to 2018. It uses Malmquist productivity index by applying data envelop analysis to estimate the changes in the production frontier. The Malmquist productivity index is used to decompose total factor productivity into technical change (TECCH) & technical efficiency change (EFFCH). Technical change (TECHCH) means shifts in the frontier or innovation, while efficiency change means catching up to the frontier. The Empirical results show an increase in the productivity of the cash crop in Pakistan. The objective of the study is the decomposition of the total factor productivity of cash crops in Pakistan. Three cash crops (sugarcane, cotton, and rice) and seven inputs (arable land, irrigated land, use of electricity, use of petroleum product, education, credit facility, and machinery) have been used. The study found a 2.2% increase in total factor productivity of cash crops in Pakistan which was mainly due to technological change, and the efficiency score of cash crops in Pakistan has been decreased relative to previous years, which is 8.40% in the period’s t+1, and compared to 10.44% in the period’s t. The government should invest in research and extension in order to provide better seed varieties, better infrastructure, and ensure credit facilities.
Does Laffer Curve Exist in Tax Structure of Pakistan? A Threshold Regression Analysis
Authors: Mehmood Khalid , Ahmad Sajjad , Mehmood Tariq , Mohsin Muhammad , Ishfaq Muhammad
Published: May 2022

Laffer curve is a trade-off between tax cuts and tax revenues. The study implies threshold regression to test the existence of the Laffer curve in Pakistan’s economy using time series data for a period of thirty years (1991-2020). The linear association between tax cuts and tax revenues was assessed using simple ordinary least squares technique. The tax structure of Pakistan mainly constitutes two components, direct and indirect taxes. This study examined nature of the Laffer curve using data on direct tax revenue and corporate tax rate. The study supported the evidence of the Laffer curve with a threshold tax rate of 26%. The existing corporate income tax rate in Pakistan is 29% which lies in prohibitive range of the Laffer curve. As a policy measure, the corporate tax rate is recommended to be reduced at least up to the threshold level in order to bring the maximum number of tax evaders and elites under the tax net to enhance the tax revenues of Pakistan.
KNOWLEDGE AND PERCEPTION ABOUT COVID-19 AMONGST RESIDENTS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Odigie A.E , Uwagie-Ero E.A , Okorie-Kanu O.J. , Usifoh S.F. , Okorie-Kanu C.O.
Published: May 2022

The novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) has challenged public health globally which causes the disease named, by the World Health Organization, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Edo State accounts for 3.07% of the total 245,856 cases in Nigeria. The objective of this paper was to assess the knowledge and perception of residents in Edo state, Nigeria toward COVID-19. A sample size of 281 was calculated using the adjusted Cochran formula for infinite sample size using an assumed prevalence of 0.24. A structured questionnaire was designed using Google Forms and distributed through online platforms. Knowledge of respondents was assigned scores and ranked as either good or poor. A total of 307 responses were completed and returned. The mean age of respondents was 37.3 years with a median value of 36. The overall knowledge of respondents was adjudged to be poor in 34.9% (N = 107) and good in 65.1% (N = 200) of respondents respectively. Good knowledge of respondents was significantly associated with an accurate indication of COVID-19 etiology, its spread, natural reservoir, therapeutics, and age groups at risk of infection. The perception that COVID-19 could be a fatal disease with no cure was indicated by 39.7% (N=122) of respondents. The media may serve as a readily accessible source of information but may misinform, disinform and sway public opinions. With the unprecedented ease of information dissemination due to current advancements in technology in recent centuries, there is the need to scrutinize the various mainstream sources of information.
Lumbar spine metastasis from squamous cell carcinoma of tongue
Authors: Iqbal Javeed , Ali Arshad , Al-Bozom Issam , Alyafei Abdulnasser
Published: May 2022

Introduction: Acute anterior poliomyelitis (AAP) is an endemic human disease caused by a worldwide spreading enterovirus. The late consequences of AAP include a new picture of muscle weakness together with abnormal muscle fatigue, amyotrophy, and myoarticular pain, configuring a condition known as post-polio syndrome (PPS). This new condition comprises a specific set of health problems due to the polio virus, resulting in decreased functional capacity and/or the onset of new disabilities.

Case Report: A 53-year-old female, human resources analyst, reported that she had been shaken by AAP at the age of 2. Currently she was presented with gait on the knees, osteo-myoarticular pain, inadequate synergies of movements. Imaging exams showed great disproportion in the pelvic region with marked amyotrophy and liposubstitution of the muscle, more evident in the left leg. Although there was some preservation of the plantar flexor muscles, interstitial edema was evident. In the thighs there was amyotrophy with liposubstitution of the muscle, more evident on the left. In the left knee joint there was a lesion of the cruciate ligaments with extensive deep chondral erosions in the load area of the femorotibial compartment, with exposure of the subchondral bone, without edema. Osteopenia also affected it.

Conclusion: Through the data obtained in this study, it can be seen that there are many reasons why patients affected by post-polio syndrome develops bone deformities and joint interferences that cause the individual to suffer losses and aggravations in health and quality of life. Nevertheless, there is a lack of theoretical framework available in the literature, justifying the importance of further studies on this topic.
Sala de aula invertida: possibilidades, limitações e desafios do Google Classroom no ensino remoto ou híbrido
Authors: Costa Júlio Resende , Bueno Alysson Helton Santos
Published: May 2022

O estudo analisou o Google Classroom como ambiente virtual de aprendizagem antes e durante o período de suspensão das aulas presenciais nas escolas públicas, em decorrência da pandemia de COVID-19. Objetivou investigar as possibilidades, limitações e obstáculos encontrados na implementação de uma proposta pedagógica pensada para a Educação Básica, com foco no Ensino Remoto, e desenvolvida com o apoio do Google Classroom como sala de aula virtual. Fundamentado na pesquisa bibliográfica, o trabalho orientou-se pela metodologia qualitativa e descrita. Foram analisados doze estudos de caso realizados entre 2016 e 2020. O Google Classroom atendeu às necessidades do ensino emergencial. Permitiu a sequência do processo ensino-aprendizagem durante a suspensão temporária do ensino presencial. O software estimulou a participação dos estudantes, incentivou a pesquisa e desenvolveu a aprendizagem colaborativa. Há resistência de parte dos alunos e de professores para utilizar o Google Classroom. O sucateamento dos laboratórios de informática e dificuldades de conexão com a internet são fatores que limitam a utilização do Google Classroom. Em turmas dos anos iniciais do Ensino Fundamental, a Sala de Aula Invertida pode não produzir os resultados esperados pelo professor.
Efeito do tratamento térmico na eletrodeposição de antimônio para produção de eletrodos
Authors: Oliveira Santos Kleilton , Fanis Dias Freitas Kylwver , Antonio Sousa Farias Klaidson , Carlos de Assis Júnior Pedro , Cardoso Márcio José Batista , Vinícius Lia Fook Marcus
Published: May 2022

O eletrodo é um dispositivo produzido em diferentes formas e materiais que constituem os sensores e biossensores, que devem atuar com mínima variação para avaliar reações e interações químicas especificas, produzidos por diferentes técnicas, dentre elas a eletrodeposição aplicada na nano, bio e microtecnologia. Assim, o estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o efeito do tratamento térmico após a eletrodeposição do antimônio em fitas de aço inox. As amostras foram preparadas utilizando o processo de eletrodeposição há 0,1, 0,3 e 0,5 amperes, em solução aquosa de tartarato de antimônio (III) e potássio hidratado, posteriormente, separou-se em dois grupos, o primeiro foi submetido ao aquecimento a uma taxa de 10 °C/min até 550 °C por um período de 1h e o segundo grupo não foi submetido ao processo de aquecimento. As amostras foram caracterizadas por Microscopia Óptica (MO), Microscopia Eletrônica de Varredura (MEV) e Difração de raios X (DRX). As microscopias MO e MEV indicaram modificações da superfície e as DRX alterações de fases cristalina e tamanho de cristalitos, conforme as condições de eletrodeposição e pelo efeito do tratamento térmico aplicado.
Morfometria de estruturas reprodutivas, germinação e crescimento inicial de Hymenaea courbaril L. para fins de reconhecimento em campo
Authors: Nonato Erika Rayra Lima , Oliveira Carlos Henrique Silva de , Ferreira Thiago da Silva , Costa Amanda Silva da , Ferreira Cheila Deisy , Freire Antonio Lucineudo de Oliveira , Arriel Éder Ferreira , Bakke Ivonete Alves
Published: May 2022

Este estudo teve como objetivo caracterizar os aspectos morfológicos e biométricos de estruturas reprodutivas, do processo germinativo e crescimento inicial de plântulas e mudas de H. courbaril. Para as análises morfométricas foram selecionados 100 frutos e 100 sementes. Para o acompanhamento do processo germinativo e crescimento inicial, as sementes foram semeadas em tubetes em ambiente de viveiro, sendo as avaliações conduzidas nos intervalos de 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 35, 45, 55 e 75 dias após a semeadura, e 20 repetições/dia. Os frutos e sementes de H. courbaril apesentaram ampla variabilidade fenotípica. O fruto é simples, tipo legume, lenhoso, indeiscente e mesocarpo farináceo, já as sementes são eurispérmicas, oblonga-obovada, ambos de coloração marrom-escuro. A germinação do tipo epígea e fanerocotiledonar; cotilédones carnosos de reserva e não persistentes; eófilos simples e unifoliados, e metáfilos compostos e bifoliados; sistema radicular pivotante. Conclui-se que as características macromorfológicas dos frutos, sementes e plântulas de H. courbaril podem ser utilizadas para auxiliar nos estudos taxonômicos e na sua identificação em campo, contribuindo para a diferenciação com outras espécies.
Uma experiência desequilibradora para a construção do conceito de Equilíbrio Térmico
Authors: Bittencourt Rogerio , Araújo Valmir
Published: May 2022

Este trabalho apresenta a aplicação de um aparato científico-pedagógico, para a construção do conhecimento do tema Equilíbrio Térmico, em sala de aula na modalidade remota. O objetivo é abordar o equilíbrio térmico através de discussões sobre resultados apresentados por um experimento, que diferem do que é defendido nos livros didáticos, caracterizando como um problema de uma atividade investigativa, conforme os pressupostos do Ensino por Investigação de Anna Maria Pessoa de Carvalho. A pesquisa é qualitativa, exploratória e de cunho experimental. As estratégias metodológicas constituem da aplicação de uma Sequência de Ensino Investigativo (SEI), com textos, vídeos, questionários, roteiros, simulações, mural interativo, relacionadas ao experimento didático sobre o equilíbrio térmico. Os recursos supracitados foram aplicados em turmas de 2º ano do Ensino Médio do colégio Centro Integrado de Educação Navarro de Brito (CIENB).
Farinha de folha de amoreira (Morus alba) sobre o desempenho da tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus) em crescimento
Authors: Da Silva Dias Patricia , Balen Rafael Ernesto , Novodworski Jailson , Colpini Leda Maria Saragiotto , Meurer Fábio
Published: May 2022

Avaliar o efeito da inclusão de níveis crescentes da farinha de folha da amoreira (Morus alba) em rações para a tilápia do Nilo (Oreochromis niloticus) em crescimento, entre 120 - 600g de peso vivo. Durante 90 dias, no Laboratório de Tecnologia em Aquicultura – LATAq da Universidade Federal do Paraná, Campus Avançado de Jandaia do Sul/PR. Foram utilizados 100 individuos, sexualmente revertidas, com peso inicial 120,97 ± 35,84g, com delineamento inteiramente casualizado com 5 tratamentos e 20 repetições, foi considerado cada peixe como repetição. Os tratamentos foram constituídos pela inclusão da farinha da folha da amoreira (FFA) nos níveis (0,0; 5,0; 10,0; 15,0 e 20,0%). Não foram verificados efeito dos tratamentos (p>0,05) sobre as variáveis: peso final, rendimento de carcaça e filé, ganho de peso, conversão alimentar, comprimento de total, padrão e cabeça, largura da cabeça. A inclusão da FFA influenciou (p<0,05) na largura do tronco, altura da cabeça e percentagem de extrato etéreo corporal. A inclusão da FFA em rações para tilápia do Nilo em crescimento pode ser feita em até 20% sem impacto negativo no desempenho.
Experiências no contexto universitário com o uso do DUA e suas implicações para a formação de professores: revisão de literarura
Authors: Moreira Samantha Ferreira da , Moreira Fernando , Sebastian Heredero Eladio
Published: May 2022

A democratização ao acesso nas IES Públicas e Privadas elevou o número de discentes com algum tipo de necessidade educacional especial. Apesar de se saber que a educação inclusiva é essencial, transformadora e fundamental na formação do educando especial, os conhecimentos da maioria dos docentes sobre o assunto é bastante limitado. Este trabalho objetiva refletir sobre as possibilidades do Desenho Universal para a Aprendizagem (DUA) como uma proposta de uma instituição de ensino acolhedora das diferentes expressões do ser humano, distinguindo-se daquela que emite rótulos para a inclusão a partir de diagnósticos. Foi utilizado uma metodologia qualitativa e se configura como descritiva da revisão da literatura construída sob a ótica da análise de conteúdo. Foram selecionados e analisados 47 artigos nos Periódicos da Capes e Google Scholar, nas línguas português, inglês e espanhol, sob a temática DUA no Ensino Superior. Os dados revelam várias pesquisas e diversos relatos e isso pode ser significativo para o crescimento do interesse por este assunto no panorama da pesquisa sobre educação inclusiva no mundo e a colocação do valor das práticas educativas inclusivas na educação superior, neste caso com o DUA.
Análise da qualidade de vida de idosos que sofreram queda
Authors: Amo Juliane , Abreu Laís , Passone Hevellen , Wenzel Beatriz , Santos Aliny
Published: May 2022

Os idosos são mais propensos a queda do que os jovens e isto os coloca numa situação de extrema vulnerabilidade comprometendo consideravelmente a qualidade de vida dessa clientela. Portanto é importante estudar esse evento, suas causas e consequências para uma melhor utilização e desenvolvimento de medidas de prevenção. O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar a qualidade de vida de idosos atendidos na Atenção Primária a Saúde do Município de Mandaguari cadastrados nas UBS daquele município, que sofreram ao menos uma queda no período de janeiro de 2019 a junho de 2020. A metodologia consistiu em um estudo observacional, transversal, realizado por inquérito telefônico, de abordagem quantitativa. Para levantamento de dados foi utilizado: questionário sociodemográfico para caracterização da população de estudo, Whooqol Bref e Whooqol Old, Índice de Katz, Escala de Lawton-Brody, Escala Geriátrica de Depressão, Escala de Autoestima de Rosenberg e o Índice de Qualidade de Sono de Pittsburgh. Após coleta de dados foi realizado o agrupamento e avaliado cada instrumento com sua pontuação. Observou-se como consequências das quedas: fraturas, demora no tempo de recuperação e alterações na qualidade de vida, como por exemplo na autonomia e qualidade do sono
Chemo profiling and antioxidant activity of different genotypes of Brassica oleracea var acephala grown across Kashmir in different environments
Authors: Shafi Shabnum , Mukherjee Gunjan , Murtaza Imtiyaz
Published: May 2022

Green leafy vegetables are gaining significant interest due to their nutritional value and disease-preventing potential. The Kale (Brassica oleracea var. acephala) is known as the queen of vegetables in some parts of the world due to its higher nutritional value. The current comparative study evaluated total phenols, total flavonoids, glucosinolates, and antioxidant activity in thirty different genotypes of kale grown across the Kashmir valley in different environments. The leaves were collected at the edible stage, and the extracts were made using three different solvent systems (80% methanol, 80% ethanol, and water). The majority of the genotypes of kale indicated a difference in the content of bioactive compounds. Based on the accumulation of nutraceutical important phenols, flavonoids, alkaloids, and sterols, the 30 genotypes of kale indicated a difference in bioactive compounds' content. The aqueous extract of K-29 demonstrated the phenolic content (71.68mg/gallic acid/g DW) and 60.98μMol/g DW glucosinolate content. Moreover, the methanolic extract of the K-29 genotype also indicated the higher phenolic content (85.56 mg/gallic acid/g DW), flavonoid content (16.64 mg/quercetin/g DW) as well as antioxidant activity (92.56 μMol FRAP/g DW). The higher antioxidant potential of K-29 is corroborated by its higher metabolic content of phenols and flavonoids.
Pharmacognostical, phytochemical, antimicrobial and hepatoprotective screening of some plants of family rhamnaceae
Authors: Yadav Sanwar Mal , Sharma Vijay Kumar , Sharma Pankaj Kumar , Sharma Jaya
Published: May 2022

Medicinal plants are used in traditional system of medicine to treat various diseases and many of these plants have been evaluated for their different pharmacological activities. Ziziphus mauritiana(ZM) (Rhamnaceae) is found wild and cultivated in many parts of India, Burma and Srilanka. Seeds of Ziziphus mauritianahave been reported to have sedative-hypnotic, hypotensive, antihypoxic, antihyperlipidemic and hypothermic activities. It is reported to contain minerals, alkaloids, flavonoids, sterols, tannins and saponins. Traditional medicine using herbal drugs exists in every part of the world. The major areas are Chinese, Indian and European traditions. The philosophies of these traditional medicines have some resemblance to each other but differ widely from modern western medicine. In view of the progress of western medicine not only new synthetic drugs but also herbal drugs have to fulfill the international requirements on quality, safety and efficacy. Herbal drugs have the advantage of being available for patients in the geographical area of the special traditional medicine. The development procedure of herbal drugs for world-wide use has to be different from that of synthetic drugs.
Environmental factors for severe acute malnutrition in under five children admitted at nutritional rehabilitation centre in central India
Authors: Shukla Yogesh , Yadav Shobhana , Agarwal Sanjay S.
Published: May 2022

Malnutrition is a major public health problem in India and it effects the growth and development of young children. It is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in under five children in developing countries. Globally, more than three million children under five years of age die each year from environment related causes and conditions. To study the environmental factors affecting severe acute malnutrition under five children admitted at nutritional rehabilitation centre. This was a case control study design. 350 cases were selected from N.R.C. of N.S.C.B. Medical College Jabalpur and 350 neighbourhood controls were selected from same community. The chi square test is applied for categorical variables and student t test is used to compare the continuous variables and odds ratio was calculated in statistical analysis. There was significant association between severe acute malnutrition in under five children with absence of separate kitchen (OR -3.2), kaccha house (OR-14.2), overcrowding present (OR-3.3), cross ventilation absent (OR-5.7), natural light absent in the house (OR-7.2) and open field defecation present (OR-6.5) in study subjects.
novel rapid combined RP-HPLC stability method development and validation for antiviral hiv combinations lamivudine, tenofovir, doravirine in dosage form and its application to in vitro dissolution
Authors: Pandya Yogi , Patel Samixa
Published: May 2022

In the analysis of the pharmaceutical agents new sophisticated chromatographic methods have been utilized for the quality control purpose. In the current scenario ample amount of new drugs and newer pharmaceutical formulations are available intended in the cure of diseases. Diseases like HIV, AIDs , Hepatitis, and other viral diseases requires newer drugs and their combinations. As a result of this there is a need for analyse the drugs for quality control purposes. Here the api-drugs Lamivudine LAM, tenofovir TEN, Doravirine DOR,  has been analysed by the RP-HPLC method in the tablet dosage-forms. This method is developed for the  analysis, of these three drugs in combined forms for rapid analysis with very less amount of analytes drugs utilized for analysis purposes. The concentration range for the linearity selected was 7.5 to 45 µg/ml for Lamivudine LAM & Tenofovir TEN, where as for Doravirine DOR it is 2.5 to 15 µg/ml. Wavelength selected for estimation was  269nm and chromatographic column used was Acclaim 120 C-18 column ( 250 mm  x  4.6 mm, 5 µm id ).
Validation of Hindi version of oral health impact profile-17, a gauge of oral health related quality of life of endodontic patients
Authors: Mantri Shivkumar P. , Asawa Kailash , Kokate Sharad
Published: May 2022

Oral health is a vital part of health, and the promotes overall health-related Quality of Life. It is essential to account for the disturbances in physical, psychological, and social functioning caused by oral conditions. The OHIP‐17 is a self‐filled English questionnaire that focuses on seven dimensions of impact on Oral Health Related Quality of Life (OHQoL). The present study aims to corroborate a Hindi version of OHIP-17 to evaluate the OHQoL of endodontic patients. The OHIP‐17 (English version) was translated in Hindi for linguistic and cultural adaptation by using the back translation technique to maintain cross‐cultural equivalence.  It was validated qualitatively for face and content validity in a pilot study on 20 participants.The comprehensiveness of the instrument was tested by asking about difficulties in understanding items or frequencies, in order to optimize the face and content validity. Reliability was assessed using test‐retest reliability on 112 adult patients.  Total score of the was calculated by summing up the responses for the 17 items. The data were subjected to statistical analysis. The overall value of Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was estimated to be 0.9258, indicating good internal consistency. There was no significant difference in original English and translated Hindi version of OHIP‐17 (p=0.8258).
Work abroad
Authors: Choudhary Niyati , Kumar Mohit , Ravinder Ravinder , Vipul Vipul , Prakash Jay , Bakyaraj R.
Published: May 2022

This research is focused upon the work, education and life of international students and the challenges faced by them. We generally have seen the craze of settling abroad and a special importance given to NRI students. In this research we aim to understand the challenges faced by them. How they hold up on themselves in the new country alone. This research is done through a questionnaire which consist some open ended and close ended questions related to the physical, mental and emotional struggle faced by the students abroad. Few interviews of the parents of students in India were also done and we observe them keenly how they feel living apart from their children. The result of the research was up to the mark of the reality. Students facing financial crisis, homesickness, cultural barrier. Having accommodation issues. Trouble in learning new laws and adapting the new governing system. Struggling between study and part time jobs with drain them mentally and physically resulting in the loss of studies and knowledge. Mental pressure and depression and medication facilities. All these challenges mentioned above are the outcomes of the research.
Effectiveness of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) on academic stress and procrastination on young adults
Authors: Melarisisha Melarisisha , Saranya T. S.
Published: May 2022

Solution Focus Behavioural Therapy (SFBT) is a future-situated, objective-guided way to deal with taking care of human issues. Delaying can make an individual distressing and baffling anyway for some, individual it can present more danger bringing about nervousness, brought down temperament, actual grumblings, and diminished prosperity. The reason for this study is to inspect the adequacy of Solution Focused Brief Treatment on Scholastic Pressure and Procrastination. A fast orderly survey was done utilizing Google researcher, Exploration entryway, Sage, pub, and different sources. After evaluating articles 21% observed that there is a connection between scholastic pressure and tarrying, 17% observed the impacts of stalling on understudies’ scholarly life, 21% observed that understudies experience pressure in their scholarly way of life, 17% of the article inspected tracked down the viability of SFBT, 13% of the articles audited tracked down the adequacy of SFBT on delaying and 8.6% tracked down the viability of SFBT.
Coinfection of COVID-19 and viral hepatitis
Authors: Al-Kaif Laith A. I. K. , Al-Saadi Mohammad A. K. , Al-Charrakh Alaa H.
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this rapid review is to investigate the development of the hepatic manifestations and challenges with SARS-COV-2 and multiple viral hepatitis infections. The literature on the most critical viral, genetic and immunological factors between SARS-CoV-2 and viral hepatitis was reviewed, and the most important interactions that occur with the host were identified in addition to the use of antivirals, another drug, and also the potential of defective viral genomes in antiviral inhibitors. This review specified that some types of viral hepatitis in SARS-COV-2 patients may be reduced reactivation and receive immunosuppressive therapy. We concluded from the current review that it is necessary to consider the special care of persons exposed to infection with SARS-CoV-2 to persons infected with viral hepatitis. In particular, advanced cases of the disease and their stages of treatment as it leads to liver dysfunction and life-threatening patient.
Analysis of impact of desensitizing agents on the retention of crowns cemented with luting agents
Authors: Bangar Bhushan , Deepika Deepika , Patel Bhaumik Dipakbhai , Bose Sumiron , Malde Nidhi , Bisht Harendra
Published: May 2022

The present study was undertaken for assessing the impact of desensitizing agents on the retention of crowns cemented with luting agents. 40 freshly extracted mandibular molar teeth were selected.  Two study groups were made: Group C: Control group-Glass ionomer cement; and Group G: Study group-GC Tooth Mousse desensitizer. Crowns were fabricated and were subjected under universal force testing machine. All the results were recorded in Microsoft excel sheet and were analyzed by SPSS software. Mean tensile bond strength of group C specimens was 49.1 Kg while mean tensile strength of Group 2 specimens was 47.1 Kg respectively. While comparing statistically, non-significant results were obtained. Application of desensitizing agents may be designated during fabrication of crowns as it will not affect the retentive ability of the luting cements.
Methodological strategies for the development of emotional intelligence in upper basic school
Authors: Zambrano Ángela Verónica Hidrovo , Martínez María Elena Moya
Published: May 2022

The main objective of the research was to determine the methodological strategies that guarantee the development of emotional intelligence at the level of higher basic education, according to the Ecuadorian educational reality. For this scientific work, the application of different research methods that served to guarantee an adequate informative development was extremely necessary. The analytical-synthetic methods and the descriptive method were used, where they were considerably useful in the aspects of analyzing in depth the characteristics and positive and negative elements of the methodological models, this to apply for the type of emotional intelligence and general form within Ecuadorian education. The bibliographic review was used as a technical tool, with this it was possible to collect the largest number of updated authors and their models of methodological strategies, In addition, the descriptive method for the adequate development of the investigation. 20 methodological strategies were determined with the aim of establishing the most appropriate ways to guarantee the development of emotional intelligence, where it was considered that teachers should apply it in the classroom, as a significant contribution in the student body of the upper basic level of the Ecuador and for their social and mental well-being.
Servant Leadership Attributes for Non-Profit Organizations in a Developing Country: An Exploratory Survey
Authors:   Pan Africa Christian University, Ogochi Deborah K. , Kilika James M. ,   Kenyatta University, Oduol Truphena ,   Pan Africa Christian University, Kenya
Published: May 2022

The study was undertaken in response to calls in extant literature for extension of servant leadership empirical work into new contexts. The study was done as an exploratory research in a developing country context, Kenya using an integrated set of servant leadership attributes drawn from previous work on servant leadership with the aim of finding out which servant leadership attributes are applicable to the non-profit sector and how the NGO institutional characteristics condition the application of the servant leadership practices. Data was obtained from 365 respondents drawn from 72 religious non-profit organizations in Kenya and analysed using exploratory factor analysis. Ten attributes of servant leadership were extracted with their corresponding set of operational indicators. The institutional context was found to condition servant leadership practices among the non-profit organizations through institutional isomorphism. The extracted 10 factors indicate that servant leadership attributes are relevant for applications in the non-profit sector and require the conceptual and theoretical input of the contingency and institutional theories. Keywords: Institutional context, Non-profit organizations, Religious non-profit organizations, Servant leadership, Servant leadership components
Community Participation and Project’s Performance of Solar Power Project in Rwanda: A Case of Rwamagana Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant
Authors:   Mount Kenya University, Kigali, Rwanda, Izabayo Fabien
Published: May 2022

The main purpose of this research was to investigate Communities’ participation and project’s performance in Rwamagana photovoltaic solar power plant. This study used descriptive survey research with target population of three hundred and eighty (380) respondents. A Sample size of seventy-nine (70) respondents were determined using Nassiuma (2001) formula. Simple random sampling technique made the basis for selection of respondents from sample size. The researcher used drop and pick later method to distribute the study questionnaires. Data collected were coded and analyzed using descriptive (percentages and frequencies) while concept of statistics such regression and correlation analysis was used to determine relationships between the independent and dependent. The study’s results obtained indicate that project selection had moderate positive correlation (r =0.411 with a P value = 0.000) project planning had moderate positive correlation (r =0.366 with a P value = 0.000) while project execution had moderate positive correlation (r = 0.391 with a P value = 0.000) with project performance. The study further found that indicate that when independent variables (Project execution, Project planning and = Project selection) were held constant project performance is 1.000. a unit increase in project selection would lead increase project performance by 0.721 with P value of 0.000 a unit increase in project planning would lead increase project performance by 0.698 with P value of 0.000 while unit increase in project execution would increase project performance by 0.946 with P value of 0.000. The study draws a conclusion that all project should continue to use project selection, project planning and project execution identify and assess project performance. In addition, the study concludes that a project management team should identify the specific elements contributing to the project performance regard to how the project owners determine a project’s performance. The study recommends Rwamagana photovoltaic solar power plant to continue applying project selection, project planning and project execution process how they will involve Communities to assess projects before they are implemented. It is very crucial to involve Communities on all project stages. Project management team at Rwamagana photovoltaic solar power plant should identify specific elements contributing to the project performance. Finally, the study recommends Rwamagana photovoltaic solar power plant to establish another performance measuring tool to be used to analyze and evaluate all potential projects before resources are allocated. The study recommends future researchers to conduct research on the influence of community participation on project performance. Keywords: Community Participation, Project Performance, Solar Power Project, Rwanda
Influence of Accounting Records on Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Malaysia
Authors:   Sunway University, Ahmed Mohamed Ganyam
Published: May 2022

Accounting is crucial to business management. Thus, the study sought to examine the influence of accounting records on the performance of small and medium enterprises in Malaysia. The study adopted the descriptive research design. The target population consisted of SME owners based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The target population was 850 participants. The data gathering tools consisted of questionnaires. The study results showed that accounting records was found to be satisfactory in explaining the performance and can explain 40.1% of the variations in the performance of SMEs. It was found that accounting records is positively and significantly related to performance (β=.2154, p=0.008). The study concluded that accounting records positively influence the performance of small and medium enterprises in Malaysia. Accounting records keeping are crucial for decision making and similarly assists in improving business performance and productivity for reliable business performance. Increasing accounting records leads to a considerable benefit that will accrue to an entity as a whole in the long run as it will lead to increased processing power, timely generation of reports and general reduction of associated operating costs. The research recommended that SMEs should ensure they use accounting records regularly. SME owners should ensure that proper and specific organizational documents are kept since they are vital for decision making. SME owners should embrace appropriate accounting records keeping techniques to attain success in their financial performance. It is suggested that the cost of operating a sound accounting system must be reduced to motivate its adoption in businesses. Extra efforts must be allocated to accounting records for the effective performance of businesses. Keywords: Accounting Records, Performance, Small and Medium Enterprises, Malaysia