bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effect of Dead Bug Exercises on Dynamic Balance and Agility Among Adolescent Badminton Players at the End of Four Weeks – An Experimental Study
Authors: Kad Priti , Jeswani Kiran
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Badminton is one of the most popular racquet sports in the world. The game of badminton is characterized by repetitive actions of short resting time with high speed and intensity. Therefore, badminton players require good balance and agility during rapid postural actions around the court. Badminton is a dynamic equilibrium process that involves loss of balance in the air to restore balance after landing. Thus, players need body coordination and dynamic balance. Dynamic balance is a crucial fitness component to prevent lower limb injuries that can result because of poor balance. Agility is the ability to move and change the direction and position of the body quickly and effectively while under control. Dead bug is a bodyweight exercise that targets the abdominal muscles and increases core strength. The dead bug is one such isometric exercise that challenges the anterior core of an athlete from the supine position, targeting the rectus abdominis and external obliques in particular.
Methods: This pre-post experimental study aimed to assess the impact of a specific exercise intervention on dynamic balance and agility in badminton players aged 18-25 years. A total of 30 badminton players were selected using purposive sampling. The inclusion criteria required participants to be between the ages of 18 and 25, actively training in badminton, and willing to participate in the study. Group A (experimental group) received a structured exercise intervention, while Group B (control group) continued with their regular fitness badminton training. Dynamic balance was assessed using the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT). Agility was measured using the Illinois Agility Test (IAT).
Results: For the SEBT, Group A (experimental) demonstrated a mean pre-intervention score of 6.23 (SD = 5.25), which significantly improved post-intervention with a t-value of -6.51 and a p-value of <0.001, indicating significant enhancement in dynamic balance. In contrast, Group B (control) showed a mean pre-intervention score of 1.50 (SD = 4.98), with a post-intervention t-value of -1.65 and a p-value of 0.11, showing no significant improvement
Conclusion: The structured four-week intervention, conducted three times per week, led to substantial improvements in the SEBT and IAT scores among the experimental group compared to the control group. These findings highlight the efficacy of Dead Bug exercises in strengthening core muscles, which play a critical role in maintaining lumbopelvic stability and improving athletic performance.

Key words: Dead bug exercises, dynamic balance, agility, badminton, athletes
Effectiveness of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Technique for Hamstring Tightness in a College Level Badminton Player: A Case Study
Authors: B Shetty Chaithra , S Haripriya , Menachery Lin
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Badminton demands quick reactions, precise footwork, and balance. Flexibility is crucial, correlating with effective lunge step execution. Hamstring tightness increases injury risk, and thus role of flexibility in conditioning programs is very important. Shortening of hamstring due to various factors impacts flexibility and increases susceptibility to injury. Physiotherapy techniques such as Mulligan Bend Leg Raise can potentially address this issue.
Objective: To determine the effectiveness of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise technique for hamstring tightness in a college-level badminton player.
Materials and Method: In this study, the participant underwent four weeks of supervised physiotherapy intervention involving Mulligan Bent Leg Raise technique and patient education. Outcomes were assessed using the popliteal angle measurement and the Sit and Reach test.
Results: Improvements were observed in hamstring flexibility and overall range of motion, as indicated by increased popliteal angles and sit-and-reach measurements.
Conclusion: Treatment using Mulligan Bent Leg Raise is effective in enhancing hamstring flexibility, evidenced by improved popliteal angle measurements and Sit and Reach Test measurements. Beneficial for badminton players, it may have advantages to athletes across sports. It is recommended for patients with hamstring tightness for comparable benefits.

Key words: Mulligan Bent Leg Raise, Hamstring Tightness, College level Badminton players
Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio: Adjunct Prognostic Biomarker in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) – A Study in Delhi NCR
Authors: Sharma Mihir , Agarwal Charu , Pujani Mukta
Published: August 2024

Background: Inflammation is now recognized as the seventh hallmark of cancer. Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio holds promise as an adjunct biomarker in various cancers.
Materials and methods: 32 biopsy-confirmed OSCC patients and 32 healthy controls were enrolled in this prospective case-control study and venous blood samples were obtained and CBC reports were thus used for analysis of various haematological parameters such as NLR, using t-test, and Mann-Whitney U test using STATA.
Results: The median NLR was found to be raised in OSCC patients as compared to healthy controls and the difference was found to be statistically significant ((Median:3.83(2.31-5.56) vs. 2.14(1.80-2.66), p=0.0006)
Conclusions : NLR can be used as a useful tool for clinicians as an adjunct biomarker for the prognostication and potentially help in the diagnosis of OSCC in screening. Future studies should include a larger sample size and should be longitudinal in nature as well as should explore differences in NLR in benign, premalignant and malignant cases.

Key words: Neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio, biomarker, oral squamous cell carcinoma, cancer, hematological
Assessing Rural Women Entrepreneurial Traits in Rural Household-Based Enterprises in Katsina State, Nigeria
Authors: M. T. Musa , O. T. Ikwuakam
Published: August 2024

The study was designed to assess rural women entrepreneurial traits/skills possessions in household-based enterprises in Katsina state, Nigeria. Descriptive survey design was adopted and 216 rural entrepreneurs were sampled from the population of registered rural women entrepreneurs in the state using multistage sampling technique. Data were collected on the socioeconomic characteristics, involvement in rural household-based enterprises, benefits derived and traits/skills possessed using structured interview guide. Frequency counts, percentages, means, ANOVA and multiple regression analysis were employed in data analysis. The study revealed that majority were young, married, low income earners, Muslims, had Quranic education, and appreciable years of experience. Levels of involvement, benefits derived, and traits/skills possessions were high. On the other hand, scale of access to intervention was low. Whereas, entrepreneurs’ levels of traits/skills possessions differ significantly among senatorial districts; age, marital status, years of experience, educational attainment, benefit derived and monthly income did not significantly determine the scale of household-based enterprise traits/skills possession by rural women entrepreneurs. It is concluded that high level of benefit derived existed regardless respondents’ low levels of intervention access and relevant operational traits/skills. Government should provide complimentary assistance by institutionalizing policy framework that will targets rural women entrepreneurial capacity building programmes on business management and sustainability.
Efeitos da Estimulação Sensório-Motora pelo Método Padovan® no Ganho de Peso de Prematuros com Peso Inferior a 1.500g
Authors: Pereira Maria Antonia Tenório , Almeida Ray Silva de , Siqueira Pammera Morais , Araujo Rafael dos Santos , Bitu Nivea Taina Ramos , Santos Tyrine Araujo Leite , Aragão Gislei Frota , Lopes Samia Maria Ferreira , Maciel Samara Bezerra Sales , Silva Pamela Carneiro da , Silva Maria Josianne de Lima , Pereira Lilianny Medeiros
Published: August 2024

Avaliar a eficácia do Método Padovan® na promoção do ganho de peso em recém-nascidos prematuros com muito baixo peso. Estudo observacional analítico retrospectivo realizado em um hospital e maternidade na região do Cariri entre 2020 e 2023. A amostra incluiu prematuros com peso inferior a 1500g internados na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal. Os dados foram correlacionados com a literatura científica utilizando descritores como “estimulação precoce”, “estimulação sensório-motora”, “muito baixo peso” e “prematuro”. O estudo envolveu 34 prematuros com idade gestacional entre 25 e 34 semanas e 5 dias, todos com muito baixo peso ao nascer e hemodinamicamente estáveis. Esses pacientes receberam uma quota hídrica mínima de 180 mL/kg/dia por pelo menos 14 dias sem estimulação sensório-motora. Após esse período, o Método Padovan® foi aplicado até a alta hospitalar ou até os recém-nascidos atingirem 1700g. A análise comparativa do ganho de peso antes e depois da aplicação do método revelou que 82,3 % dos pacientes apresentaram um aumento significativo de peso, enquanto 17,6% não mostraram alteração significativa. O Método Padovan® pode ser um recurso eficaz para promover o ganho de peso em recém-nascidos prematuros, contribuindo para uma melhora clínica mais rápida e redução no tempo de hospitalização.
A Critical Reflection on Fight against the current COVID-19 Pandemic: A Short Review on Public Health Concern and Responsibilities
Authors: Sonia Moirangthem
Published: August 2024

COVID-19 pandemic emerged as a global health emergency with public concerns which is found to be more critical in second wave at present. The global outbreak of COVID-19 disease has changed the pattern of lifestyle among people and comprehends the importance of up-gradation in the health care sector. In the history of pandemic when medicine was not accessible, cure was always believed in good nursing. During the ongoing pandemic, a nurse as frontline warriors represents the maximum workforce. Decision making, screening, transportation, and care of patients are the vital roles of frontline nurses. Nurse as a practitioner, leader and educator contributes to overcoming the current pandemic considered a highly contagious respiratory disease. Despite wearing adequate personal protective equipment (PPEs), the risk of infection and transmission among nurses remains high and leads to increased psychological distress. The author highlights the roles played by frontline warrior, challenges faced and finally discuss the strategies and approaches of nurses in managing the pandemic.
Nursing Students Inclination towards Research: Mixed Method Study to Assess the Attitude and Perceived Challenges
Authors: Susan Biji Blessy , Tsamchoe Penpa , Santineer Andrea
Published: August 2024

Research has become an intellectual equipment for the human beings to change their lifestyles according to needs and necessities of the society. Nursing education and practice places emphasis upon the use of evidence from research in order to rationalize nursing intervention (1). So the aims of the study were 1. To assess the attitude of undergraduate nursing students towards research. 2. To assess the perceived challenges of undergraduate nursing students towards research. A mixed method (qualitative and quantitative) approach was adopted for the present study, to assess the attitude and perceived challenges of undergraduate nursing students. Attitude was assessed by using Papanastasiou R-ATR scale that consists of 13 different items towards research (quantitative arm) and focus group discussions were conducted for assessing the perceived challenges of nursing students towards research (qualitative arm). The study was conducted on 122 undergraduate nursing students of two different nursing colleges in Bangalore. Samples were recruited using a convenience sampling technique. The Focus group discussion was conducted in 2 sessions, in each session 12 subjects were included, the discussion lasted for 45 to 60 minutes. The data was collected until data saturation was attained. The verbatim were audio recorded and data was then transcribed into themes and subthemes. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis of the quantitative arm. The verbatims were transcribed into themes and subthemes.
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Information on Knowledge regarding Urinary Tract Infection and its Prevention in Pregnancy among Antenatal mothers at DRDO Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, Telangana
Authors: Sipora K. Sweety , Nagavalli Nagavalli , Nirmala G. , Nishitha O. , Maryline Flinsi D.
Published: August 2024

Urinary tract infection is one of the commonest infection to affect humans and is a common bacterial infection. Urinary tract infection may be symptomatic or asymptomatic. So the investigator conducted a study to assess the effectiveness of information on knowledge regarding urinary tract infection and its prevention in pregnancy among antenatal mothers at Apollo DRDO hospital, Hyderabad. A Quasi experimental one group pre-test and post-test design was selected to assess the effectiveness of information on knowledge regarding urinary tract infection and its prevention in pregnancy among antenatal mothers. For this study total 60 patients were selected by using purposive sampling technique. The study was conducted in Apollo DRDO Hospital Hyderabad. Data was collected with the help of informed knowledge questionnaires with the permission from Nursing Head and Ethical approval No (AHD -ACD -017/08-23) from Apollo Hospital Jubilee hills. This study concluded that maximum participants had adequate knowledge regarding their urinary tract infection and its prevention. The results showcased that the pre-test mean knowledge score was 11.23 and standard deviation (SD) IS 2.30 whereas the post –test mean knowledge score was 22.8 and standard deviation is 2.50. The calculated paired ‘t’ test calculated value is 41.26, which is greater than table value of 3.37 at (p<0.001) level of significance. The study shows that demographic variables such as age in years, place of residence, religion, occupational status, history of source, there is no significant association between knowledge scores and demographic variables such as medical illness, family income, education, gravid of the mother as significant association between knowledge score. The study shows that maximum participants 36(60.00%) were having adequate knowledge after the information. The study has shown that the information was effective in increasing the knowledge regarding the urinary tract infection and its prevention.
A Descriptive Study to Assess the Levels of Study Skills in B.Sc. Nursing Students of Bee Enn College of Nursing at Jammu
Authors: Sharma Bharti
Published: August 2024

Numerous studies have revealed that study skills have a constructive role on academic performance of students, in addition to educational quality, student’s intelligence, and their study skills. The present study was probed to find the significant relationship between study skills and academic achievement of nursing college students with reference to the background variables. The study aimed to assess the levels of study skills among Nursing Students. Objective: To assess the levels of study skills, to compare the domains of study skills among B.Sc. Nursing Students and to find out association between the study skills of B.Sc. Nursing Students of Bee Enn College of Nursing with selected socio demographic variables. A descriptive study was conducted among 60 students of B.Sc. Nursing of Bee Enn College of Nursing. Purposive sampling technique was used. Data was obtained by using self -structured three point Rating scale to assess the level of study skills. Analysis and interpretation of data was analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics. Result: The present study concluded that the majority of Students were females 49(81%), most 30(50%) of the sample of study belongs to age group of 20-23 years, 41(68%) of students were living as a nuclear family,37(61%) students were Hindu, 47(78%) were belonged to middle class families,25(41%) were staying in their own home and 32(53%) of the student parents were graduated. Conclusion: The study concluded that 30(50%) of the students were having very good level of study skills, 16(26%) students were having excellent level, 9(15%) students were having good, 3(5%) were having poor level and 2(3%) students were having average level of study skills. Memorizing skill among the students got 1st rank with highest mean percentage scores of (72.8%) among all the other selected domains.
CALCANEAL RECONSTRUCTION WITH A LARGE BONY DEFECT WITH THE AID OF BIOACTIVE GLASS – CASE STUDY
Authors:   Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University - Pleven, Bulgaria., Simeonov Emil
Published: August 2024

Bone defect reconstruction is a critical component of orthopedic surgery, aiming to restore bones' structural integrity and functionality after injury. Recent developments in biomedical technology have brought forward several advancements in this field, particularly in the development and application of bone graft substitutes. These materials are engineered to mimic the biological and mechanical properties of the bone, thereby facilitating new bone growth and integration without the limitations and morbidity associated with traditional bone grafts. Bioactive glass is an example of such innovation in bone graft substitutes. Composed primarily of silicon dioxide, along with calcium oxide and phosphate, it is designed to undergo a chain of reactions to form a layer of hydroxyapatite that is chemically and structurally similar to human bone. Bioactive glass (BAG) has already found its place in maxilla-facial and spine surgery. However, it is surprising that limited data exist on the use of BAG in trauma patients. We present a case of a 42-year-old male who arrived at the emergency department following a high-energy trauma to the calcaneus after a fall from 4-5 meters onto his left foot. CT imaging revealed a bone deficit in the affected calcaneus due to the impact trauma. The patient underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with bioactive glass (BAG), which was used as an alternative to traditional bone grafting.
An Insight into the Peculiarities of Signet-Ring Cell Carcinoma of the Colon – a Narrative Review
Authors:   “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Farcaș Loredana , Voskuil-Galoș Diana ,   Department of Oncology, Institute of Oncology “Prof. Dr. Ion Chiricuta” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Published: August 2024

Background: Signet-ring cell carcinoma of the colon (SRCC) is a rare and distinct form of colon cancer associated with a poor prognosis. Despite the rapid advancement of personalized cancer treatments, there is currently no recommended specific treatment for this histological subtype.
Materials and Methods: In this literature review, we explored and described the features that distinguish SRCC from other forms of colorectal cancer, focusing on clinical presentation, preoperative workup, and treatment. Results: One of the aspects that makes SRCC unique is that it is detected more often in the ascending vs other parts of the colon, regardless of age and gender. As a result, patients, unfortunately, present with a more advanced stage than other locations upon the initial diagnosis.Imaging techniques and tumor markers alone often fall short of revealing the extent of a tumor, and curative surgery procedures are rare. Neoadjuvant therapy in SRCC is currently recommended only in the context of a clinical trial. Adjuvant chemotherapy, on the other hand, appears promising in improving survival, especially in the stage III subgroup. SRCC have a higher incidence of BRCA1 and BRAF gene mutations when compared to adenocarcinomas, alongside to an increase in microsatellite instability. These particularities suggest that a targeted therapeutic approach may sometimes be considered.
Conclusion: Given its specific clinical characteristics and poor survival outcomes, SRCC should be considered a distinct colon cancer entity. Although its rarity makes prospective trials difficult, a timely diagnosis and a correct treatment decision-making algorithm is important.
Developing scalable and robust financial software solutions for aggregator platforms
Authors: Nnaemeka Valentine Eziamaka  , Theodore Narku Odonkor  , Adetola Adewale Akinsulire
Published: August 2024

In the rapidly evolving financial services landscape, aggregator platforms play a crucial role in integrating various financial products and services into a cohesive user experience. Developing scalable and robust software solutions for these platforms is essential to handle increasing data volumes, ensure seamless integration, and maintain high levels of security and performance. This paper explores the key strategies and technologies involved in creating such financial software solutions. We begin by discussing the importance of scalability in financial software, highlighting the need to manage growing user bases and transaction volumes without compromising performance. We delve into architectural approaches such as microservices, which allow for modular development and independent scaling of different system components. This modularity is crucial for maintaining system performance and reliability as the platform expands. Next, we examine the role of robust design principles in ensuring software reliability and security. Emphasis is placed on implementing rigorous testing frameworks, including automated unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests, to detect and rectify issues early in the development cycle. Additionally, we explore the integration of static and dynamic code analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks, ensuring high code quality. The paper also addresses the challenges of data integration and interoperability in aggregator platforms. We discuss the use of standardized APIs and data exchange protocols to facilitate seamless communication between diverse financial services. Effective API management practices, including versioning, documentation, and monitoring, are essential for maintaining smooth integration and operational continuity. Furthermore, we highlight the importance of user-centric design in developing financial software. Ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience is critical for user retention and satisfaction. We discuss strategies for designing user interfaces that simplify complex financial operations and provide users with clear, actionable insights. Finally, the paper presents case studies of successful financial aggregator platforms, illustrating how they have implemented these strategies to achieve scalability, robustness, and user satisfaction. By examining these real-world examples, we identify best practices and lessons learned that can guide future developments in the field. In conclusion, developing scalable and robust financial software solutions for aggregator platforms requires a multifaceted approach that combines advanced architectural principles, rigorous testing and security practices, effective data integration strategies, and user-centric design. These elements are essential for creating platforms that can adapt to the evolving financial landscape and deliver exceptional user experiences
Practical study of the effect of hydrogen enrichment on the performance characteristics of small two stroke engine
Authors: Ahmed Mostafa Eldeeb  , Moussa Abdel Rahman Said  , Mostafa Fathy Abdel Khalik  , Adham Mohammed Abdelkader
Published: August 2024

Although the two-stroke gasoline engines have been a mainstay for many Transportation applications, due to their high-power density, they have been austere by high HC emissions and loss of energy which results in poor fuel efficiency. Limited crude oil reserves and increasing concern about pollution norms has pushed us to search for alternative fuel to use in internal combustion engines such as CNG, LPG, HCNG, H2 etc. To improve the poor gas exchange process of a simple ported two-stroke engine, green hydrogen blended with gasoline is considered a good alternative fuel. In this paper, hydrogen-gasoline blends as an alternative fuel are used in a small air-cooled single-cylinder, retrofitted crankcase scavenged two-stroke engine. Engine performance and exhaust emissions have been experimentally compared between gasoline and Hydrogen-gasoline blend fuels in a wide range of engine operating conditions. The results of this work lead to clear insight into Hydrogen enrichment’s impact on the engine performance.
“What does Ferguson mean for the food justice movement?”: Reading Black visions of food justice in times of social unrest
Authors: Smith Bobby , Walida Simon Jamila , McMillion Desirée
Published: August 2024

The August 2014 murder of unarmed Black teen­ager Michael Brown at the hands of the police in the streets of Ferguson, Missouri, USA, sparked international attention, ignited a surge in #BlackLivesMatter protests, and reconfigured national discussions about race, police brutality, and state-sanctioned violence. Black food activists on the frontlines of the food justice movement grappled with Brown’s murder by joining together on a national call to address the question: What does Ferguson mean for the food justice move­ment? Answers to this question manifested into the 2015–2016 special digital series entitled “What Ferguson Means for the Food Justice Movement,” published online in the Food Justice Voices section of the WhyHunger organization website. In this article, we use a qualitative critical content analysis of the series to examine how Black food activists reframed agricultural and food systems in the con­text of the Ferguson struggle. We draw on intersec­tional agriculture theory to illuminate how Black food activists draft visions of food justice through three intersecting pathways: (1) critical Black agrari­anism, (2) radical Black mothering, and (3) Black futures. Our research reveals that Black visions of food justice in the wake of Ferguson are instructive and offer a fresh lens to understand the evolving landscape of Black food activism, given a set of racial, gendered, social, political, and economic realities. We conclude with a brief discussion on how these visions compel us to reconsider racial equity at the nexus of agriculture, food, and various forms of unrest in Black communities, providing insights for scholars, practitioners, and activists who work on issues of food justice.
Analyzing how data analytics is used in detecting and preventing fraudulent health insurance claims
Authors: Courage Idemudia  , Edith Ebele Agu  , Shadrack Obeng
Published: August 2024

Health insurance fraud poses significant financial and operational challenges, necessitating the implementation of advanced data analytics for effective detection and prevention. This review explores the various techniques employed in data analytics to identify and mitigate fraudulent health insurance claims. Descriptive analytics aids in uncovering patterns and anomalies in historical claims data, while predictive analytics leverages statistical models and machine learning to forecast potential fraud. Advanced techniques, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, facilitate real-time fraud detection and prevention, and network analysis helps uncover fraudulent relationships among providers and policyholders. Despite these advancements, data quality, privacy concerns, and adaptability persist. Regulatory frameworks and industry standards ensure compliance and foster best practices. Future trends point towards the integration of big data and further advancements in AI, which promise to enhance fraud detection capabilities. The paper concludes with recommendations for improving data analytics strategies, emphasizing better data quality, collaborative efforts, continuous model updates, and investment in advanced technologies.
Esophageal perforation during thyroidectomy: A literature review
Authors: Matar Mohammed , Ulrich Fetzner Klaus
Published: August 2024

Aims: This study conducts a comprehensive literature review on esophageal perforation during thyroidectomy for managing benign or neoplastic thyroidal diseases. This article encompasses published cases and studies and focuses on intraoperative esophageal perforation during total or subtotal thyroidectomy. Postoperative complications related to esophageal perforation are also included.

Methods: A systematic literature search was performed using PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases with keywords including “thyroidectomy,” “esophageal perforation,” “postoperative complication,” “incidence,” “risk factors,” and “management.” Inclusion criteria were studies published in English with a sample size greater than 10 patients.

Results: Thirty-eight studies were reviewed, mostly case reports or small case series. The incidence of iatrogenic esophageal perforation during thyroidectomy ranged from 0.1% to 1.5%, with higher rates in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted thyroidectomy compared to open thyroidectomy. Conservative management was successful in 62% of patients, while 38% required surgical repair. Mortality rates varied from 0% to 33% for those undergoing surgical repair.

Conclusion: Esophageal perforation during thyroidectomy is rare, particularly with experienced surgeons or in high-volume centers. It is more common in malignant thyroid diseases. Symptoms range from mild to severe, and diagnosis typically involves endoscopy or computed tomography with contrast. Management depends on the perforation’s characteristics and the patient’s condition, with options including direct suturing, endoscopic stenting, and radical surgery with viable flaps. Complications can include prolonged hospitalization and feeding issues.
Harmoni Agama di Desa Tewang Darayu: Menguatkan Moderasi Beragama untuk Membangun Persatuan
Authors: Hutapea Rinto Hasiholan , Angellyna Sri , Pattiasina Sharon Michelle O. , Siten Anggita Deodora , Pongoh Fernando Dorothius , Jeniva Isabella
Published: August 2024

Community Service Activities were carried out in Tewang Darayu Village, Pulau Malan District, Katingan Regency. This activity aims to be a form of strengthening religious moderation for the community in Tewang Darayu village. This strengthening can increase the awareness of the Tewang Darayu village community in building harmonious relations between religions. Apart from that, it can strengthen the spiritual aspect of religion among the community as a whole as part of efforts to maintain religious moderation which is born from the diverse realities of life in Tewang Darayu village. This activity uses the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) method by emphasizing the strengths possessed by the Tewang Derayu village community. The impact obtained from this activity is that the Tewang Derayu village community experienced increased knowledge and were able to implement Religious Moderation indicators in socio-cultural dynamics based on a humanist attitude to life. Apart from that, Tewang Derayu village can also be a model model for surrounding villages in implementing the values of Religious Moderation. Keywords: religious moderation; strengthening; religious relationsAbstrakKegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat dilaksanakan di Desa Tewang Darayu, Kecamatan Pulau Malan, Kabupaten Katingan. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk sebagai bentuk penguatan moderasi beragama bagi masyarakat di desa Tewang Darayu. Adapun penguatan ini dapat meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat desa Tewang Darayu dalam membangun harmoni hubungan antar agama. Selain itu, dapat memperkuat dimensi aspek spiritual dalam beragama di antara masyarakat secara keseluruhan sebagai bagian dari upaya untuk menjaga moderasi beragama yang lahir dari realitas kehidupan yang beragam di desa Tewang Darayu. Kegiatan ini menggunakan metode Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) dengan menekankan pada kekuatan yang dimiliki oleh masyarakat desa Tewang Derayu. Dampak yang diperoleh dalam kegiatan ini yaitu masyarakat desa Tewang Derayu mengalami peningkatan pengetahuan serta mampu mengimplementasikan indikator-indikator Moderasi Beragama dalam dinamika sosial budaya yang didasarkan pada sikap hidup humanis. Selain itu, desa Tewang Derayu juga dapat menjadi model percontohan bagi desa-desa sekitar dalam implementasi nilai-nilai dari Moderasi Beragama.Kata Kunci: moderasi beragama; penguatan; relasi agama
NATURAL LANGUAGE QUERYING IN SIEM SYSTEMS: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN SECURITY ANALYSTS AND COMPLEX DATA
Authors: Sukender Reddy Mallreddy  , Yeshwanth Vasa
Published: August 2024

Incorporating NER in SIEM systems introduces a revolutionary approach to interacting with the data to security analysts. Security data, prearranged for using natural language to query, improves the systems' usability and accelerates decision-making and analysis of the security information. This paper concentrates on integrating NLP in SIEM systems and underlines the importance of bringing analysts closer to the masses of information. The literature part of this paper aims to review different emergency literature; furthermore, this paper presents the findings of simulations and real-life scenarios involving this technology and the strengths and weaknesses of this technology. If these challenges are combined, it can be noted that natural language querying can be used to enhance an organization's cybersecurity as intended.
PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE IN CLOUD COMPUTING AND DEVOPS: ML MODELS FOR ANTICIPATING AND PREVENTING SYSTEM FAILURES
Authors: Sukender Reddy Mallreddy  , Yeshwanth Vasa
Published: August 2024

This paper aims to review the current trends and use of machine learning (ML) models in the predictive maintenance of IT infrastructure, especially cloud computing and DevOps ecosystems. The objective is to foresee systemic risks and guard against their occurrence by reviewing operational data and establishing succeeding patterns of poor system performance. Experiments are performed with accurate logs of system and service activities from a cloud service provider. At the same time, the developed ML models were established to provide reasonably accurate estimates of failures, hence minimizing the possibility of 'random' failures. In real-life events, the model proved useful in anticipating future system loads and interruptions that would injure the system. Some of the addressed challenges include the real-time processing of data streams and the scalability of data processing. The paper results show that ML models can underpin the increasingly dependable system, optimize operations in a cloud-computing environment and DevOps, and propose an innovative strategy for system preservation and failure anticipation.
Carvão Vegetal no Brasil: Uma Visão Panorâmica do Mercado e suas Perspectivas
Authors: Schmid Marcelo Leoni , Barros Ariana Ceolin , Costa Fernanda , Rieth Laura Caroline Traiano
Published: August 2024

Considerando a necessidade de compreender a dinâmica do mercado brasileiro de carvão vegetal para fins estratégicos, o Grupo Index, por meio de sua empresa Arvor Business Advisory, desenvolveu um estudo cujos objetivos incluem identificar os principais produtores e consumidores de carvão vegetal, estimar o consumo e a capacidade de produção nacional, bem como a análise dos preços de mercado. Para isto, foram utilizados dados primários e secundários para definir as percepções de benchmarking. A pesquisa revela que Minas Gerais é o maior produtor de florestas de eucalipto, impulsionado principalmente pela demanda da siderurgia por carvão. No entanto, essa indústria é caracterizada por uma pulverização de produtores, apresentando desafios sazonais e regulamentares. Ademais, a análise da demanda destaca a predominância das empresas integradas como principais consumidoras de carvão vegetal, embora as empresas independentes também tenham uma participação significativa. Mais recentemente, a diminuição na produção nacional de aço em 2023 reduziu a procura por carvão vegetal, fazendo com que os preços deste insumo caíssem. Portanto, diante das tendências de mercado, como a crise no setor siderúrgico e a crescente procura por biomassa, os produtores de carvão vegetal enfrentam desafios que podem impactar negativamente a fabricação e a renda dos produtores a longo prazo. Porém, há oportunidades emergentes para os fabricantes de carvão vegetal com a ascensão da bioeconomia e a necessidade de estratégias de negócios sustentáveis. Por estas razões, o artigo fornece insights valiosos sobre o carvão vegetal no Brasil.
Endodontic obturation techniques
Authors: Kapoor Kriti
Published: August 2024

Obturation in endodontics is one step which is of utmost importance. For success of endodontic process a tight seal should be achieved which is necessary for successful treatment. Over the past few years, advanced obturation materials and techniques have been introduced for endodontic therapy. Among the different obturating materials available, gutta percha is one of the most widely used. Various techniques available for condensing gutta percha are available. Newer devices are being introduced some of which are heat, injection, vibration, compaction & carrier based systems. This article aims to present the different techniques available for root canal filling materials.
Voces en torno a la educación en valores: un compromiso compartido familia-escuela (aportes a la construcción de espacios para la convivencia)
Authors: Morales Carrero Jesús Alfredo
Published: August 2024

La convivencia humana como propósito directamente vinculado con el derecho a ser reconocido desde la reciprocidad, supone en la actualidad, uno de los desafíos de las agendas globales en materia de formación cívica y ciudadana. Esta investigación, como resultado de una revisión documental integra las voces de diversos teóricos sobre la educación en valores, como el proceso vinculado con la construcción de espacios para la coexistencia digna en la que cada individuo alcance el desempeño pleno de su cosmovisión en tanto sus prácticas de vida no vulneren la integridad del “otro”. Esto refiere al compromiso de modular actitudes y el proceder tanto individual como colectivo hasta lograr la convicción en torno a la adopción activa de valores universales como la libertad, el respeto por la autonomía, la diversidad sociocultural y la expresión del pluralismo sin limitación alguna, pero también, el accionar responsable enfocado en estrechar lazos de confianza, tolerancia y comprensión empática que aporten a reducir las brechas de distanciamiento; en un intento por consolidar la coexistencia fundada no solo en el reconocimiento de las heteronomías sino en la construcción del trato paritario en cuento a la condición de ciudadanos, en lo referente a oportunidades y al trato dignificante. Se concluye que, la educación en valores se encuentra atravesada y entretejida por principios universales que procuran recuperar el tejido social, instando al individuo a adoptar el respeto activo que dé lugar a la cohabitación tolerante que apuntale la cohesión plena y funcional en la diversidad.
Diseño de un modelo de incubación y aceleración emprendedora que opere dentro de la Universidad de Sonsonate como emprendimientos dinámicos dentro de la zona Occidental de El Salvador
Authors: Rivera Quintanilla Jaime Ernesto
Published: August 2024

La investigación tiene como objetivo establecer un modelo de apoyo emprendedor en la Universidad de Sonsonate. Este modelo busca identificar el potencial emprendedor en la región occidental, promover la economía local y ofrecer orientación en la creación de planes de negocios. Se enfoca en capacitar al personal administrativo y de enlace para evaluar propuestas de valor sostenibles y fomentar la innovación. El modelo también establece parámetros, métodos y desarrollo de proyectos para estructurar empresas y facilitar su crecimiento a través de acciones concretas. La colaboración con aliados que consideren las características productivas de la región occidental y el ecosistema emprendedor de El Salvador, es fundamental. El objetivo es fortalecer la cadena operativa del emprendimiento y promover el crecimiento en sectores con alto potencial.
Retos del Estado en el desarrollo de las competencias educativas de las familias en la franja costero-marina de El Salvador
Authors: Trejo Magaña Glenda Yamileth , Aguilar de Mendoza Ana Sandra , Sánchez Granados Osmel Alberto , Hernández Romero Elmer José René , Coreas Flores Edwin Osmil , Marquina Martínez Ramón Edgardo , Vaquerano Benavides José Rigoberto , Moreno Ventura Diana Beatriz , Nájera de Henríquez Lizzie , Hernández Monterrosa Larissa
Published: August 2024

El Salvador es un país centroamericano con una costa de 320 km a lo largo del Océano Pacífico, dividida en dos regiones: la costa baja y la costa alta. Estas áreas costeras representan más del 25 % de la población total del país, en su mayoría mujeres y menores de 18 años. El objetivo de la presente investigación fue evaluar las competencias educativas, en términos de conocimientos, habilidades y actitudes, de las familias que residen en estas zonas costeras, específicamente en áreas relacionadas con la alfabetización, la educación formal y el uso de la tecnología; de esa manera se identificaron brechas educativas existentes; con este fin, se realizó una encuesta a 1810 familias, entrevistando a un miembro de cada una. Los resultados de la encuesta revelan que el 22.6 % de las personas no tienen educación formal; el promedio de años de escolaridad es de 2.72, evidenciando una gran disparidad en comparación con el promedio nacional de 7.1 años, en 2019, y un 19.3 % no sabe leer ni escribir. Además, solo el 31.5 % sabe utilizar un ordenador. Estos resultados, sumados a la baja tecnificación y nivel educativo de las personas que trabajan en la gestión de los recursos costero-marinos, generan remuneraciones relativamente bajas. Para mejorar esta situación, se propone trabajar con un enfoque de desarrollo de capacidades y territorial, con el fin de fortalecer las habilidades y competencias educativas de la población en las áreas costeras de El Salvador.
Cumplimiento de las obligaciones formales y sustantivas de los contribuyentes con el fisco, de acuerdo con su clasificación, dada por el Ministerio de Hacienda
Authors: Contreras Madrid Juan Vicente
Published: August 2024

El presente trabajo de investigación tiene por objeto hacer un diagnóstico del cumplimiento de las obligaciones formales y sustantivas por parte del empresario sonsonateco. Esto se llevó a cabo a través de aplicar encuestas dirigidas al propio empresario, así como a sus colaboradores en el área fiscal, teniendo en cuenta que el tipo de investigación es descriptiva de corte cualitativo. Algunos de los resultados más sobresalientes son: de los encuestados, 164 empresarios sobrepasan sus ingresos de $50,000.00 mensuales, haciendo un total del año $600,000.00 para el año 2019, estaban obligados a nombrar auditor para ser dictaminados fiscalmente. De ellos, solamente 64 nombraron en tiempo. Los demás, es posible que hayan nombrado fuera de tiempo, haciéndose acreedores a multas por este incumplimiento. Se concluye: que el empresario desconoce cuáles son sus obligaciones tributarias, ya sea formales y sustantivas, de acuerdo con sus niveles de ingresos.
El acto de la conciliación en el ámbito civil y mercantil
Authors: Méndez Hernández Carlos Manahén
Published: August 2024

El artículo aborda la conciliación en el ámbito civil y mercantil, definida como un mecanismo para evitar la iniciación o continuación de un proceso judicial. Este método permite a las partes resolver sus diferencias con la ayuda de un tercero neutral, como un juez o árbitro. Se subraya su importancia como forma de resolución autocompositiva, donde no hay vencedores ni vencidos, y se detallan los procedimientos y competencias legales en la legislación salvadoreña, incluyendo casos donde la conciliación no es aplicable.
Bacteriological quality and antimicrobial resistance profile of foodborne bacteria isolated from grilled meat sold in port Harcourt Nigeria
Authors: Gift Chiza Chuku  , Christiana Chika Nwankwo  , Blessing Amaka Ezeonuegbu
Published: August 2024

Street-vended grilled meats have gained popularity due to their convenient availability, affordability, diverse selection, and nutritional benefits. However, vendors' substandard handling practices raise concerns about their safety. The objective of this study was to evaluate the bacteriological quality and antimicrobial resistance profile of foodborne pathogenic bacteria isolated from grilled pork and beef purchased from five areas in Port Harcourt, Nigeria (Aluu, Choba, Alakhia, Rumuosi, and Rumuekini). The grilled pork samples exhibited a maximum Total Viable Count (TVC) of log10 7.40 CFU/g and a maximum Total Coliform Count (TCC) of log10 5.43 CFU/g. The Total Viable Count (TVC) and Total Coliform Count (TCC) of grilled beef are log10 6.06 CFU/g and log10 5.88 CFU/g, respectively. These values exceeded the log10 4.00 CFU/g acceptable limit. The five pathogenic bacteria isolated from grilled pork and beef meats were Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Streptococcus species. The rates of prevalence were 45.6, 32.0, 10.9, 4.08, and 7.5% for pork meat, and 59.8, 19.6, 9.3, 4.1, and 7.2% for beef meat. Antibiotic resistance of the pathogens ranged from 2.9–86.6% for pork and 5.2–79.3% for beef samples. The bacterial isolates showed higher resistance to ampiclox, amoxicillin, streptomycin, and gentamycin. The lowest resistance was observed for ciclopirox olamine and cephaloridine. The bacterial pathogens demonstrated a variety of Multiple Antibiotic Resistance (MAR) indices, falling between 0.4 and 0.9. Therefore, we recommend proper hygienic conditions before and after meat preparation to prevent them from being potential sources of infection for the public.
Educação alimentar e nutricional no contexto escolar: uma sequência didática baseada em Ausubel e Freire
Authors: Marques Fernanda Batista de Souza , Palmeiras Graciela de Brum , Pasqualotti Adriano
Published: August 2024

O método de ensino por investigação é uma abordagem instrucional que incentiva os alunos a questionar conceitos estabelecidos e construir novos conhecimentos. Em nosso estudo, focamos no ensino de ciências por meio da investigação, explorando como ele pode ser integrado aos princípios da educação nutricional. Nossa pesquisa, parte de um projeto mais amplo no contexto de um programa de Mestrado em Educação em Ciências e Matemática, buscou compreender como os alunos do ensino médio desenvolvem conceitos relacionados à educação nutricional. Buscamos responder à seguinte questão-problema: Como os alunos do ensino médio compreendem e desenvolvem seus conceitos relacionados à educação nutricional?  Nosso estudo empírico ocorreu em uma escola pública em Jandaia, Goiás, com uma amostra de quarenta e dois alunos do nono ano do Ensino Fundamental. Descobrimos que a abordagem baseada na investigação foi bem recebida pelos alunos e tem potencial para melhorar a compreensão dos conceitos de Educação Alimentar e Nutricional (EAN).