bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Meta study on development of sub-irrigated container for onion crop
Authors: Lakshmi Durga Mattaparthi , K. Krupavathi  , Bhaskar A. Uday , Prakash G. Mani
Published: January 2023

A low cost container made from recycled material with multi objectives like tower gardening, sub irrigation and self-composting techniques to provide the optimum controlled environment for growing a wide range of agricultural products has been synthesized. For evaluation of fabricated bucket container for sub irrigation, sandy clay and silty loam have been selected. The results of the study revealed that there was saving in area of about 65.89 percent. There is a saving of 54.4 percent of water applied to the soil for plant growth. The water that applied to the field can be utilized for growing double crop in the container. ANOVA test performed at 5% level of significance for the plant heights at 20 DAT and 40 DAT indicated that the highest average plant height 46 cm was recorded in treatment T1 followed by T2, T3 and T4. From this it is concluded that the height of onion plants was good in containers compared to fields. The highest yield of spring onion was recorded in T1 compared to others. The yield of spring onion in T1 was 157g. The growth of plants and bulb size was good in sub-irrigated container than in the fields.
Nemo’s Garden- the world’s first-and onlysubterranean greenhouse (A review article)
Authors: Sushma Devi Ningombam , Hatibarua Preeti , Bijaya Devi Ningombam
Published: January 2023

The determinant factor of agricultural productivity is the Climate and any changes will affect and become challenging for agriculture. And the predominant causal factor for climate change is the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, mainly due to anthropological activities such as deforestation for conventional cultivation. As a result, it has become clearer by the day that there is a need to reform our food system from a conventional to a sustainable one. The Nemo’s Garden, off the coast of Noli, Italy is a unique and futuristic underwater hydroponic farm for the cultivation of terrestrial crops which may provide an alternative eco-friendly and sustainable system to conventional horticulture, contribute to sustainable food production, with a positive effect on the surrounding environment. By harnessing the ocean’s environmental benefits-temperature stability, evaporative water generation, CO2 absorption, abundant oxygen, and pest protection—they aim to prove the viability of cultivating herbs, fruit, and vegetables underwater. The culinary herb basilwas initially taken as a model plant and is well adapted in the biosphere environment, but now other crops like strawberries, tomatoes, courgettes, beans, mushrooms, lettuce, stevia, aloe vera, orchids, etc are being successfully grown in the biospheres. The project is under research and pharmaceutical companies are willing to explore this alternative solution for growing plants and to reveal interesting discoveries for the future.
An additional distribution record of Ceropegia rollae Hemadri from Chavandwadi, India
Authors: Bhagat Rohan , Mhatre Ramakant
Published: January 2023

Ceropegiarollae Hemadri (Apocynaceae) an endemic and critically endangered plant was first time recorded from a mountain pass in the Western Ghats ranges of Maharashtra known as Naneghat. The note describes additional distribution photographic record of Ceropegiarollae on flat terrain at elevation of 842 mm Chavandwadi village. Chavandwadi is the base village of Chavand Fort (Prasannagad) which is a hill fort situated 30 km from the modern-day town of Naryangoan in Junnar Taluka of Pune district in Maharashtra, India.
Adsorption Isotherms, Kinetics and Thermodynamics of Methylene Blue Dye Onto Activated Pergularia daemia Carbon
Authors: Aravinthavathani S  , Arivoli S.  , Hema M.  , Ajithkumar M
Published: January 2023

The research of the present work was to investigate the removal of Methylene Blue dye from aqueous solution by using Activated Pergularia daemia Carbon (APDC). Generally, dyes are used in chemical, textile, paper, printing, leather, plastics and various food industries. The need for the treatment of dye contaminated waste water passed out from the industry because it causes determent problems to human beings and animals. In this study, Pergularia daemia Carbon was studied for its potential use as an adsorbent for the removal of Methylene Blue dye. The various factors affecting adsorption, such as initial dye concentration, contact time, adsorbent dose, effect of temperature and pH were evaluated. The experimental data were fitted into the pseudo-second order kinetic model. The equilibrium of adsorption was modeled by using the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models. The objective of the present work suggests the APDC may be utilized as a low cost adsorbent for Methylene Blue dye removal from the aqueous solution.
Physico-chemical and Carbon Stock Analysis of Soil under Forest Ecosystem
Authors: Meshram Veena , Biswas Deepa , Choudhary Vasu
Published: January 2023

Temperature and moisture levels in the soil are two of the most important factors that determine the rate of soil respiration. Changes in the microclimate of the soil throughout the year play an essential part in determining seasonal fluctuations in the amount of carbon dioxide that is emitted from the soil at individual locations, and climatic variances because varying rates of soil respiration at distant sites. In forest ecosystems, one essential step in the cycling of carbon is the transfer of carbon dioxide from the soil to the atmosphere. The in-situ measurement of the increase in CO2 concentration at the soil’s surface is often what is meant when people talk about “soil respiration.” At the level of soils, CO2 emission is induced by both plant and microbial activities, including root respiration and the breakdown of organic matter in soil and litter. According to some reports, soils are responsible for between 60 and 80 percent of the overall respiration of an ecosystem. Microorganisms that live in the soil and the litter are responsible for the vast majority of heterotrophic respiration that occurs in forest ecosystems. A measurement of soil respiration in a substrate that is deteriorating has been recognised as a helpful indication of the rate of decomposition and mineralization of organic matter, as well as the cycling of carbon in an ecosystem, and as an index of relative soil biological activity. In order to investigate the physicochemical properties, bacterial and fungal populations, and soil respiration of various land use zones in Indian forest, the present study was carried out.
Photodegradation of Methylene Blue (MB) in presence of Strontium Chromate
Authors: Dadheech Monika , Kabra B.V.
Published: January 2023

The textile industries produce wastewater containing toxic synthetic organic compounds like dyes. There were photocatalyst SrCrO4 used for photodegradation of dye Methylene Bluein aqueous media under visible light. The effect of different parameter’s such as Hydrogen ion concentration, concentration of Dye solution, catalyst loading also studied. Degradation has been determined by spectrophotometer at 695nm. A tentative mechanism also has been proposed for the photo catalytic degradation of Dye.
Assessing Land use and Land cover Changes in South Gujarat
Authors: Nayak Dileswar , Surve Nilam , Shrivastava P.K.
Published: January 2023

Land use land cover (LULC) change detection based on remote sensing data is an important source of information for various decision support systems for important to land conservation, sustainable development and management of water resources. The land use/ land cover mapping has been utilised for identifying the current land use pattern and changes occurred during 2000 and 2011 using satellite remote sensing technology and GIS tools. LANDSAT satellite imageries for the period 2000 and 2011 were used to prepare the land use/land cover (LULC) maps. Study area was characterised into nine classes. The classified images showed that Shallow water, Agriculture field with crops, open field without crop and Forest areas which have been decreased while Deep water, Marshy area, Orchard with other vegetation, Barren land and Built up area have increased during this period. This research highlights that remote sensing and GIS techniques could be effectively used for development of land use/land cover plan.
Development of IPM module for rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros L.) in juvenile coconut garden
Authors: R. Emaiya  , E. Sumathi  , Mathirajan V.G. , Krishnamoorthy S.V. , N. Sathiah  , Venkatesan K.
Published: January 2023

Coconut (Cocos nucifera) is an important crucial plantation crop and prone to many pests and diseases. Rhinoceros beetle (Oryctes rhinoceros L.) is an important pest that causes damage and reduce the yield. During 2018, Gaja cyclone affected the coconut plantations in delta regions of Thanjavur, Thiruvarur and Nagapattinm Districts. Rhinoceros beetle was found to inflict severe damage in replanted young coconut seedlings. The present study was carried out to mitigate the damage due to rhinoceros beetle in coconut gardens. Shoot damage of 14.07, 11.36, and 18.17 per cent was recorded in Module - I recommended practice, Module - II IPM and module - III farmers’ practice respectively. The maximum shoot damage reduction of 37.48 per cent was observed over farmers’ practice recorded in Module - II IPM followed by recommended practice (22.56%). Module - II IPM was found to be effective against rhinoceros beetles than recommended practice and farmers’ practice.
A Study Into the Alteration of Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Activated Carbon Surface for Purifying Water
Authors: Chouhan Hanumant Singh
Published: January 2023

The most common applications of activated carbon in today’s world are process water treatment, commercial and industrial wastewater treatment, and air/odour abatement. When transformed to activated carbons, carbonaceous source materials have the potential to efficiently cleanse and eliminate a wide range of pollutants from water and wastewater streams. With over 1,000 recognized uses, activated carbon’s potential is limitless. AC may be tailored to satisfy a wide range of unique purposes, from gold mining to water purification, and food manufacturing. Non-polar adsorbents like activated carbon work well. It may be used with a range of substances to adsorb diverse qualities of wastewater due to its large specific surface area and micropore, high adsorption performance, and recycling. This research aimed to look into the influence of chemical surface features on activated carbons’ application in water purification.
Influence of compost Amendments on the germination and Growth performance of Zea mays L.
Authors: Lalremruati Mary , Sarjubala Devi Angom , Singh Anil Pratap
Published: January 2023

Maize is a highly consumed staple food in developing countries and the demand is predicted to double in the coming years. Therefore, there is a need to improve production through the use of compost amendments for sustainability. The aim of this study was to examine the effect of three compost amendments (lemon peels, vegetable waste, and cooked food waste) on the germination and growth of maize (Zea mays). The results showed that the application of 17% (116 t/ha) of vegetable waste or lemon peel composts supported maximum maize growth. However, vegetable waste compost had the highest potassium content, which supported maximum root growth and biomass yield. Although the addition of 17% cooked food waste compost resulted in excess nitrogen supply, reducing its application to 7% (50t/ha) supplied the required level for maize germination.
Energetics of Rice under different Land Leveling Practices and Establishment Methods
Authors: Ramya S.M.S. , N. Mahesh  , P. Revathi  , B. Raju
Published: January 2023

A field experiment was conducted during the Rabi season (November to April) 2020-2021 at Regional Agricultural Research Station, Jagtial, PJTSAU, Telangana state, India with an objective to study the energetic of rice under different land levelling practices and establishment methods. The treatments include three land levelling practices as main plot treatments viz., laser land levelling (M1), conventional levelling (M2) and unlevelled (M3) and four sub-plot treatments viz., Semi dry rice (S1), Wet direct seeding (S2), Conventional transplanting (S3) and Machine transplanting (S4) in strip plot design and replicated thrice. Experimental results revealed that the laser and leveling was found to be more energy efficient with energy use efficiency of 3.45 compared to conventional leveling (2.86) and unleveled field (2.80). Similarly, the maximum energy productivity of 0.14 kg MJ-1 and profitability of 2.45 were recorded with laser land levelling. Under laser land levelling, the reduced specific energy (0.52MJ kg-1) indicated a lower energy requirement to achieve unit grain production. Among the establishment methods conventional transplanting recorded maximum energy use efficiency (4.09), energy efficiency ratio (2.47), energy productivity (0.17) and energy profitability (3.09) and was significantly superior to machine transplanting, wet direct seeding and semi dry rice. While, the minimum specific energy was recorded with conventional transplanting (0.41 MJ Kg-1) over other establishment methods.
Histopathology – a Biomonitoring Tool to Characterize the Health Status of Fish in the Paddy Fields of Kuttanad, Kerala, India
Authors: Sulekha B.T. , Mercy T.V. Anna
Published: January 2023

High population growth have led to a tremendous intensification of rice production, which in turn has significantly increased the amount of pesticides applied in rice cropping systems. Since pesticides are toxic by design, there is a natural concern on the impact of their presence in the environment on human health and environmental quality. The present study was conducted to assess the nature and extent of pesticide induced pathogenesis in the tissues of gills, liver and kidney of Etroplus maculatus inhabiting the paddy fields of Kuttanad, Kerala, India, which is subjected to long term exposure to sublethal concentrations of a common pesticide, phosphamidon, used in these area. The organ index calculated based on various reaction patterns of the different organs. The study showed that the gills are severely affected, liver is moderately affected and the kidney is the mildly affected organ. As an indicator of pollution, histology represents a useful tool to assess the degree of pollution, particularly for sub lethal and chronic effects.
Scientific approaches for sustainable agriculture through integrated farming system
Authors: Dhaliwal A. P. S. , Singh Palwinder , Singh Vinay , Singh Sarvpriya , Dhillon Gurmeet Singh
Published: January 2023

The present study was conducted at PAU, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Bathinda, Punjab for the evaluation of the performance of ‘Integrated Farming System’ (IFS). This IFS system includes the field crops (Grains, oilseed, pulses and fodders), livestock (Dairy animals and poultry birds), kitchen garden, orchard, biogas plant, vermi-compost unit, mushroom unit, beekeeping unit and boundary plantation of forest trees that makes the system: economically viable, socially supportive and ecologically sound. These components were interlinked with each other and provide the benefits to one or more components and vice-versa. These links and benefits enhanced the farm productivity and ensure sustainability, profitability and balanced food availability. After adoption of advanced practices in each component net profit of four IFS systems increased by 8.6%, 8.8% , 8.2% and 6.3 % respectively in 2019-20 as compared to 2018-19. This eco-friendly model also reduces the environmental degradation by minimizing the use of Agro-chemicals. Due to the flexibility of this model, farmers can opt any combination of components as per their requirement and purpose rather than mono-culture practices. This Ifs system improves the economic condition of farmers as well as soil health condition of farmer’s field.
IMPACT DE LA TIC SUR LES TRANSACTIONS ELECTRONIQUES DIGITALISEES DANS LA VILLE DE KISANGANI.
Authors: Salumu Fiston WANDJA
Published: January 2023

Fort de ce constat, de l’influence la mondialisation et la globalisation des activités de la nouvelle percée de la technologie dans tous les domaines de la vie ; commerce, finance, santé, infrastructure, bureautique, informatique, domotique, monétique,… a attiré notre attention. La technologie permet  aux particuliers et aux entreprises à effectuer des transactions plus aisées et de façon instantanées, qui répond au principe tell que « le temps, c’est de l’argent » vient d’être réalisé en réduisant au même moment le temps et l’espace dans les opérations d’affaires.

Les agents ne connaissant plus des frontières tant des pays, des marchés ou même de places boursières. Tout le monde (le producteur comme le consommateur) peut communiquer, transférer, ou payer et conclure un marché instantanément avec son partenaire partout où ils se retrouveraient via les outils communicationnels misent à leur disposition grâce la Technologie de l’Information et de la Communication (TIC).

C’est la Technologie d’Information et de la Communication (TIC) qui causeraient une augmentation de la croissance économique via deux effets ; d’un côté, les Technologie d’Information et de la Communication sont à fois complémentaire au capital humain et substituts pour une partie de la main d’œuvre. On obtient un gain de productivité, ce qui contribue à la croissance. D’un autre côté, la hausse de la productivité ne s’accompagne pas directement d’une augmentation des salaires.
RTI As A Machine to Fight Against Corruption and Effective Tool in Indian System
Authors: Devendra Dwarg
Published: January 2023

This paper is an examination of the effectiveness of right to information Act 2005, RTI as a machine to fight against corruption and effective tool in Indian system. The RTI act was enforced on 12 October, 2005 to ensure good governance and transparency in India; Good governance has become a buzzword in development today. Fighting corruption, raising, accountability and promoting transparency are increasingly perceived as been indispensable to the nation of good governance the concept of good governance is getting popularity and is being used unsparingly in the international community to promote development, economic and social security and peace. There is realization that robust engagement with the civil society is at the heart of good governance and citizen participation has become a recurring theme because of the inherent impact policies can have on citizens – the ultimate beneficiaries. This research paper examines the different scholarly debates around good governance and did effectiveness. It drams parallels to similar study for good governance since corruption, lack of accountability and transparency have been often cited as impediments to governance.1 The right to information act (RTI) Based on content analysis and depth interviews with a few bureaucrats and activists the paper indicates that RTI act has succeeded in reducing information asymmetries and exposing corruption. Public servants have become relatively accountable and responsible to service.
Legal Framework For Transgenders in India: A Study Focusing State Of Kerala
Authors: Dr. Money Veena VR
Published: January 2023

Transgender people are individuals of any age or sex whose appearance, personal characteristics, or behaviours differ from stereotypes about how men and women are supposed’ to be. They have existed in every culture, race, and class since the story of human life has been recorded. Condition of transgender is very pitiable in our society and they are underprivileged from their basic rights and are still not accepted by Indian society. Many transgenders suffer from mental health problems like depression and suicidal tendencies. In spite of being into existence for so long, the transgender community has never been able to become a part of mainstream society. They are often pushed to the periphery as a social outcaste and many may end up begging and dancing. This is by all means human trafficking. Sometimes running out of all options to feed themselves, they even engage themselves as sex workers for survival. This paper attempts to analyze the legal protection of transgenders, the judicial approach in transgender issues and also the policy of the Government of Kerala for transgenders.
LGBT’s as Special Groups Seeking Asylum Rights (Asylum, gender, sexual orientation, persecution, legislations)
Authors: Kajori Bhatnagar
Published: January 2023

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights enshrines the right of all persons to seek and enjoy asylum. Refugees are individuals who have fled their country due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership of a particular social group. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), as well as some countries of asylum, have recognized that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) and intersex individuals may qualify as “members of a particular social group”, which is an imperative factor in refugee status determination. The identification crisis and their attribution of self determination often lead to compounded issues of abuse and the reasons of flight. However, what is important is that their individuality is rightly identified and respected
Man On The Market- Human Trafficking
Authors: Amrita Malik
Published: January 2023

Human Trafficking is a multifaceted issue and is considered as one of the most serious crimes in the 21st century. It has truly become a worldwide danger to vulnerable men, women, and children across the globe. Despite having various laws and regulations both in national and international level human trafficking is still prevailing and is a tragic reality. The menace of human trafficking has been considered as a grave violation of human rights in the present day scenario. Trafficking in human beings, especially children and women, is a form of modern day slavery and requires a comprehensive, multi-sectored approach in order to address the complex dimension of the issue. It is a problem that violates the rights and dignity of the victims who are lured into this web, to which there is no way out.Human beings are being treated as a mere commodity and price tags are attached to their dignity. They are being sold in the market like any other commodities. They are abducted and exploited and often referred to as silent slaves. The governments and the Ngo’s can play a pivotal role in preventing the menace of human trafficking by implementing various policies and programs for the rescued victims and also generating awareness programs for the people in remote areas so that they do not fall prey into the web of human trafficking. Therefore, there is an urgent need to look into this problem.
Review Of Judicial System In Ancient India
Authors: Dr. Ravi Kumar Tyagi  , Mr. Rajender kumar
Published: January 2023

India has the highest law in the world. There is no other form of judgment with an individual or higher. But before describing the judiciary system in ancient India I have to give a warning. The learner should reject the major allegations of the Jurisprudence of India as well as the Indian law enforcement system by some British writers. I will make a few examples. Henry Maine described the ancient Indian legal system as "a tool for evil". The Anglo-Indian lawyer called this “Indian life” practices before Britain came back to India: “It (British rule in India) is a survey of foreign directors to oversee foreign sectors, to align Europe's Oriental cultural practices, and to formulate specific laws. The highest among the ruthless nations associated with the government for empty authorities1. ”Alan Gledhill, a retired member of the Indian Civil Service, wrote that when Britain took power in India," there was a breakdown of legal laws.
Marital Rape Legislation– An Emerging Need, Indian Prospective
Authors: Dr. Ganesh Dubey  , Anchit Verma
Published: January 2023

Sexual ferocity is defined as the action of divulging somebody to a sensual conduct without one’s accord. It comprises of a large range of behaviours from touching to raping. The mainstream of the sufferers are women. Rape is the act of having erotic intercourse with an individual without consent. The notion of marital rape has been unnoticed for years because of the philosophy that endorses men have the right to treat their spouses as they desire and the wife must provide her man with all his requirements. These days with the variations and progress in the notion of marriage, the upsurge in the consciousness of the society and the understanding of the idea of violence against women; it has been understood that sensual intercourse should be equally desired by both parties of the married couple. Or else it should be well-thought-out as sexual assault.The aim of the research paper is to review the medical, social and legal aspects of marital rape, to present the existing situation about marital rape in India, also to discuss how it could be barred.
A Critical Study On Raising The Marriageable Age For Girls Up To 21 Years
Authors: Apoorva Dixit
Published: January 2023

In many traditional societies, there is a certain law that gives a gateway to the marriage of girls and boys legally. The main object of this Research Paper is to provide why women’s marriageable age has to be increased. Many data have been given with reason but still, the major proportion of women’s marriages is still taking place who are below the 18 years. Also, this paper describes the unfavorable health issues to young mothers and to their newly born children due to the early age of marriage which include undernourishment and high mortality rates. In this paper, it has also been highlighted the complicated issues of marriage age, educational attainment, and low social status of women, and all of these can lead to major health impacts on young women.  In this the empirical research methodology has been used since the data has been collected through experiences or observations. I have conducted broader research through Google by searching the legislation. We also searched some papers by using keywords like early marriages, child marriage etc.
A Study On The Rehabilitation Of Children In Dispute With The Law In India
Authors: Ramneet Kaur
Published: January 2023

The world’s largest population of children resides in India. The Indian Constitution protects all children in the country have basic rights, and the administration is empowered to take specific measures for them. The Act governs children, sometimes known as Juveniles. This is referred to as violating the law inside the country. The fundamental purpose is to create a juvenile justice arrangement that would focus on reintegration. Its execution is the responsibility of the Department of Women and Child Development. Juvenile Justice Boards All legal rights of children will be respected in India, and actions will be done to protect them. Putting in the necessary effort to ensure their recovery and safety, which includes meeting their physical, psychological, and emotional requirements, societal expectations, and understanding the rehabilitation of youngsters in legal trouble is one of the study's goals.
Confessions And Law In India: A Legal Analysis
Authors: Dr. Sunayana Trisal
Published: January 2023

The evaluation of the laws pertaining to confession in India brings to the fore the fact that ‘confessions’ has not been defined in any law. This paper is an attempt to examine the embodiment of the provisions pertaining to ‘confession’ under various enactments. The critical discussion encompasses the substantive law as well as the adjective law. Keeping in mind the title of this paper, the provisions have been dealt with in chronological order. The first enactment, which contains provisions pertaining to the confession, is the Indian Penal Code, 1860.
Cyber Crime And Its Punishment: An Analytical Study
Authors: Vaishali Nagar
Published: January 2023

In the present scenario, people want to live with lots of amenities such as television, laptops, mobile phone, electronic watch, Bluetooth and other etc. After the invention of androids and the touch screens, mobile phones lot of work was done by the mobile phone. With the help of social media, people get to touch each other easily. And go for the communication for personal use as well as business. Nowadays we know that all government offices work out with the help of cyber. And Private sector people also work out by the online system. Even hotel and restaurant delivery systems are online. Railway reservation, Bus reservation, flight booking also.  In this article, we will find cybercrime stages and how to people steal data, materials, money, and other information with the help of electronic devices.
Cybercrime Insurance Is A Protection Tool Of The Society: An Analytical Study
Authors: Ramdas Gautam  , Dr. Vinod Kankar
Published: January 2023

Despite the increasing awareness of cybercrime, there are many people who are still not sure what it is. Cybercrime is a criminal activity that is committed using computers or the internet. It can include anything from hacking and identity theft to fraud and child pornography. With the rise of technology, cybercrime has become one of the most common forms of crime. According to a report by Norton, a cyber-security company, there were 4.1 billion records breached in the first six months of 2019 alone. And the rate of cybercrime is only increasing. The same report stated that the average cost of a data breach globally was $3.86 million in 2018, which is up 6% from the previous year. During the duration of the Pandemic of Covid-19 most, most of the cyber-crimes increased by around five hundred times is stated by Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat in a discussion with the Hindu Newspaper reporter in Nov. 2021. With the growing rate of cybercrime, many businesses are starting to purchase cybercrime insurance. Cybercrime insurance is a protection tool that businesses can use to financially protect themselves in the event of a data breach or other type of cyber-attack. In this research paper, we will explore the need for cybercrime insurance and how it can help businesses recover from a cyber-attack. We will also look at some of the challenges that businesses face when it comes to purchasing such insurance.
Frequency of phantom limb pain, limb sensation and stump pain among amputees
Authors: Arshad Naveed , Khan Hafiz Muhammad Manan Haider , Rehman Khalil Ur , Sadiq Muhammad Attique , Rehman Muhammad , Attiq Nadia
Published: January 2023

Objective: To quantify the frequency of phantom limb pain, limb sensation and stump pain among amputees aging 20–75 years. Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was done. A population of 75 amputees were selected using non-probability convenient sampling and after setting the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Standard questionnaires; Groningen Questionnaire Problems after Arm Amputation (GQPAA) and Groningen Questionnaire Problems after Leg Amputation (GQPLA), were filled by interviewing the patients. All the patients were approached in the hospitals. Data was collected from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Islamabad and Fauji Foundation Hospital, Rawalpindi. The duration of study was 6 months from June 2021 to December 2021. Results: After compiling all the results from the questionnaires, it was unveiled that among 75 amputees, mean age was 43.12±11.43 years. Out of these amputees, 53.3% were upper limb amputees and 46.7% were lower limb amputees. the frequency of phantom sensation was 62.7%, 57.3% reported phantom limb pain and 84% experienced stump pain. Conclusion: The study concluded that most prevalent among the population was stump pain, which was followed by phantom limb sensations and the least prevalent of these three was phantom limb pain among the population.
Oregon climate assessment report : December 2010
Authors:   Oregon Climate Change Research Institute, Dello Kathie D. , Mote Philip W.
Published: January 2023

The group of scientists that make up the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change found in 2007 that the warming of Earth’s climate is unequivocal and largely due to human activity. Earth’s climate has changed in the past, though the recent magnitude and pace of changes are unprecedented in human existence. Recent decades have been warmer than at any time in roughly 120,000 years. Most of this warming can be attributed to anthropogenic activity, primarily burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) for energy. Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide and other heat trapping gases, also known as greenhouse gases, into the atmosphere. This warming cannot be explained by natural causes (volcanic and solar) alone. It can be said with confidence that human activities are primarily responsible for the observed 1.5 ˚F increase in 20th century temperatures in the Paciﬁc Northwest. A warmer climate will affect this state substantially. In 2007, the Oregon State Legislature charged the Oregon Climate Change Research Institute, via HB 3543, with assessing the state of climate change science including biological, physical and social science as it relates to Oregon and the likely effects of climate change on the state. This inaugural assessment report is meant to act as a compendium of the relevant research on climate change and its impacts on the state of Oregon. This report draws on a large body of work on climate change impacts in the western US from the Climate Impacts Group at the University of Washington and the California Climate Action Team. In this report, we also identify knowledge gaps, where we acknowledge the need for more research in certain areas. We hope this report will serve as a useful resource for decision-makers, stakeholders, researchers and all Oregonians. The following chapters address key sectors that fall within the biological, physical and social sciences in the state of Oregon.
Human Computer Interaction in Education
Authors:   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad (Haryana), India, Khurana Ananya , Raj Rohan ,   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad (Haryana), India, Kumar Satender ,   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad (Haryana), India, Garg Ms. Neha ,   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad (Haryana), India
Published: January 2023

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) is no longer the sole study of information technology or computer science but now it has covered the area of medical, entertainment, etc. As the application of HCI is increasing, so is the requirement of students to work in a multidisciplinary environment. Making students comfortable working in a multidisciplinary environment is not an easy task. The students are required to make pretty much aware and comfortable with the underlying problem statement. The evolution of HCI in education is to make sure that students can understand the concepts and working of the model in a more effective way. The goal of this project is to create a web-based e-Learning tool, ‘Path Finding Visualizer’. It refers to computing an optimal route between the specified start node and goal nodes visualizing shortest path algorithms. The conceptual application of the project is illustrated by the implementation of algorithms like Dijkstra’s, A*, and DFS. The end product is a web application so that any user can easily see and learn the working of the algorithms through perceivable visualizations. The user-friendliness of the project provides the user with easy instructions on how to operate it. The initial results of using the application show promised benefits of the e-Learning tool towards students getting a good understanding of shortest paths algorithms.
The Mediating Effect of School Climate on the Relationship Between Classroom Management of Teachers and Student Connectedness
Authors:   https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4379-5440, angelicapearls@gmail.com, celsotagadiad@gmail.com, Santo Tomas, Davao del Norte, Philippines, G. Porol Angelica , L. Tagadiad Celso
Published: January 2023

Student connectedness refers to students’ adhered assumptions that the people in their school genuinely care about their education and those students who feel connected to their school are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors and achieve educational success. This study determined the mediating effect of school climate on the relationship between classroom management of teachers and student connectedness of Senior High School students. It utilized quantitative non-experimental descriptive correlational research and applied the mediation analysis with 300 samples from Grade 12 students. It used a stratified random sampling technique. The statistical tools used in this study are Mean, Pearson R, and Path Analysis. The information was gathered from respondents using modified survey questionnaires which were subjected to content validity and reliability testing. The findings revealed that the manifestations of school climate, classroom management of teachers, and student connectedness of senior high school students are evident most of the time. Furthermore, there were significant interrelationships between these variables. The findings proved that the school climate on the relationship between classroom management of teachers and student connectedness of senior high school students has a partial mediation. Accordingly, the higher the teacher’s classroom management, the more connected the students are, and this positive relationship can be affected significantly by the mediating interventions of the school climate. Keywords: School Climate, Classroom Management of Teachers, Student Connectedness, Senior High School Students, Mediation Analysis
Challenges and Strategies of Rural Electrification Program for Electric Cooperatives in Central Luzon, Philippines
Authors:   http://orcid.org/: 0000-0002-0365-7150, mlmgalapon@gmail.com, College of Public Administration and Governance, Tarlac State University, Philippines, Marcelo-Galapon Maria Liza
Published: January 2023

The Philippine government strongly advocates the Rural Electrification Program for over 50 years, purposely to generate better opportunities that would propel socio-economic development. Various rural electrification initiatives were then established to attain universal electricity access but actual accomplishments continue to lag behind the targets. This study delved into the Rural Electrification Program of four (4) Electric Cooperatives in Central Luzon, Philippines, and assessed its impacts on poverty, health and well-being, quality of education, economic growth and development, industry and infrastructure, and climate change. A descriptive research design was applied and used qualitative and quantitative methods of research in collecting, investigating, and explaining the data. The quantitative method involving numerical data was gathered from the respondents through a survey questionnaire powered by Google forms while in the qualitative aspect, an interview with the respondents along with appropriate observation was conducted. Determination of different problems confronting the said program and the application of aggressive and more advanced strategies were conducted. Findings revealed that the biggest electrification challenge being experienced by Electric Cooperatives (ECs) was rural inaccessibility and remoteness of areas along with difficult or rugged terrain. Thus, the best-recommended solution for non-viable areas after trying all the possible options would be off-grid electrification. In conclusion, the implication of the findings of the study of Public Administration was deliberated to comprehensively assess the opportunities to attain an enhanced quality of life, better access to basic services in areas of health, education, and water as well as resilient infrastructure towards rural development, for the best interest of Filipino people. Keywords: Rural electrification program, Electric services, Universal electricity access, Central Luzon, Philippines
Design, Development and Validation of A Readiness Test for Statistics and Probability
Authors:   https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9895-0917, https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8859-1658, jomer.ruz@deped.gov.ph, michaelgitodomanais@gmail.com, Gabao National High School/ DepEd-Sorsogon Province, Philippines, Buenavista National High School/DepEd-Sorsogon City, Philippines, O. Ruz Jomer , G. Domanais Michael
Published: January 2023

The modern world is defined by vast amounts of data that can be accessed instantaneously because of scientific and technological developments. People must make sense of these data to make informed decisions. Statistics and Probability is one of the learning areas in the country’s Senior High School (SHS) curriculum that immerses students in problem-solving and informed decision-making activities based on various data tools and methodologies. Both national and international examinations disclose that Filipino pupils did poorly in comparison to other students from other countries. Such an issue existed before the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic exacerbated the situation by causing significant learning loss as a result of school closures and the abrupt transition from traditional face-to-face classes to online, modular, and hybrid learning modes. This research designed, developed, and validated a Statistics and Probability readiness test for Senior High School students to use as a tool for teachers to assess students’ prior understanding of pre-requisite concepts and skills. The test has undergone identification of pre-requisite concepts and skills, test development, first pilot testing, and finalization of test items. In identifying the pre-requisite concepts and skills, one of the authors mapped out the contents and skills from the Junior High School Mathematics curriculum that are needed in understanding the contents in the subject. Through a questionnaire, fifteen validators were asked to determine which among these identified pre-requisite skills are needed. Only the prerequisites with at least 80% agreement formed part of the design and test development. The summary of the validators’ responses showed that the pre-requisite contents and skills vary from each SHS Statistics and Probability content. An initial 80-item test was developed and subjected to validity and reliability tests. Through the discriminatory and difficulty indices, this test was reduced to a 45-item test. The final form of the test can be used to measure a student’s proficiency level in the stated pre-requisite skills. It is composed of multiple-choice items distributed along different cognitive process dimensions such as remembering (11.11%), understanding (28.89%), applying (37.78%), and analyzing (22.22%). The result of the test can be used as the basis for remediation activities and or in developing learning materials to address these learning gaps. Keywords: readiness; assessment; diagnostic test, pre-requisite skills for statistics and probability
A Correlate of Acceptance and Actual Use of Cloud Computing Technology for Teaching among University Lecturers in Southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Oteyola Temitope Adetokunbo , Oyeniran Oyetola , Afolabi Opeoluwa Morenike
Published: January 2023

Cloud computing technology had been found effective and efficient in providing online learning at all levels of education. This study investigated the relationship between the lecturers’ acceptance of the technology and its’ actual use for teaching. It also determined the influence of sex, academic qualifications and university ownership on the acceptance and actual use of the technology for teaching. The study is a survey. The population consisted all the lecturers in all the universities in southwestern Nigeria. Three hundred lecturers selected from one Federal, one State and one Private university using multistage sampling technique were the sample. AUCT an adapted questionnaire was used for data gathering. Analysis of data showed a significant relationship between acceptance and actual use of cloud computing technology for teaching among the lecturers (R2 = 0.37; p = 0.00). Also neither sex (F(1,274) = 1.83; p > 0.05), academic qualifications (F(3,274) = 0.30; p > 0.05) nor ownership of university (F(3,274) = 2.57; p > 0.05) significantly influenced lecturers’ acceptance of cloud computing technology for teaching. Sex, academic qualifications and ownership of university combined also had no significant influence on the lecturers’ acceptance of cloud computing technology for teaching (F(3,274) = 0.12; p > 0.05). Sex, academic qualifications and ownership of university combined also had no significant influence on the lecturers’ actual use of cloud computing technology for teaching (F(3,274) = 0.23; p > 0.05). Acceptance of cloud computing technology for teaching has positive correlation with actual use among university lecturers in southwestern Nigeria.
Continuity of Life After Retirement: Perspectives Among Selected Public School Educators of Nueva Ecija
Authors: Costales Jade M
Published: January 2023

This research determined the perspectives of retiring teachers about life after retirement. A researcher-made survey tool was developed using a descriptive correlational method and went through the standard procedure of validation and reliability, gaining a 0.945 Cronbach’s Alpha mark. The tool was administered to 148 retiring teachers. Responses were statistically treated using frequency, percentage, mean and Pearson r correlations. Results revealed that the majority of the 148 respondents fell in 50-55 bracket while 13 belong to 61-65. Of the same total, 132 were female and 16 were male. In terms of civil status, 126 were married, and only two (2) were single. In terms of monthly income, 47 representing the majority has 21,000-30,000 monthly incomes in pesos. The educational attainment with the highest number was bachelors degree with masteral units, had 101 respondents. Five (5) were in an ongoing doctorate course, the lowest in number. Teachers who were about to retire have assessed themselves having good health condition both physical and mental functioning. Further, when it comes to life continuity after retirement, they assured themselves of absence of disease and disease-related disability. It was also determined that in life continuity perspective, their topmost choice was “they will uphold the values of being an educator (M=3.53)”. Relevant to life course perspective, they banked the intention that “they will be active in church (M=3.55)” as their preference and in terms of life role perspective, they opted to “they will take care of their family, especially their grandchildren (M=3.61)” as their priority role. Significant relations were also established in reference to their demographic profile and the domains of life continuity theory. It was recommended that teachers themselves must be more cautious and diligent as they plan and prepare for their retirement. Future researchers were also encouraged to pursue similar topics for further scrutiny of life after retirement.