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ASSESSMENT OF USED NOSE MASKS FOR THE PRESENCE OF SARS-CoV-2
Authors: OGBEBOR I.M. , AGBONWANETEN B.O. , OMONIGHO S.E.
Published: October 2023

The science around the use of masks by the public to impede COVID-19 transmission is advancing rapidly. A primary route of transmission of COVID-19 is via respiratory particles, and it is known to be transmissible from pre-symptomatic, pauci-symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. This study was carried with the aim of evaluating the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in used nose masks in Benin City. Three different locations were chosen; University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Life Sciences and Ekae market at Sapele Road. New packs of sealed nose masks were purchased and used in the course of the study. The study was conducted within the dry and wet seasons. Nose masks were distributed to different volunteers in the various study locations at day 1, day 2 and day 3. The nose masks were retrieved at the time lapse from the volunteers and taken to the laboratory for analysis. Samples of nose masks retrieved from the volunteers were subjected to SARS-CoV-2 identification test was carried out on the nosemask samples. Also used and unused nose masks were subjected to viral detection technique to determine the possible presence of SARS-COV 2. Viral detection techniques revealed no presence of SARS-CoV-2 in nose masks samples analysed. This study provided early evidence for the microbial contamination of nose masks which should be a basis for improved hygienic practices by nose mask wearers.
An Assessment of the Impact of EFCC in Curbing Vote Buying in Nigeria
Authors: Olugbile David
Published: October 2023

This paper is an assessment of the performance of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) on the fight against vote buying in the Nigerian elections. Vote buying is a major problem in the Nigerian electoral system. The phenomenon reached an epidemic level in 2019 when the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) introduced a level of digitalization of the electoral process through the use of permanent voters' card and card reader machines in the Nigerian electoral system. The introduction of card reader machines and permanent voters’ cards reduced the incidences of electoral infractions like 'results writing' and 'impersonation' because the voters are expected to confirm their identities at the polling booths through the authentication of card reader machines. This technological innovation by INEC made the political class to concentrate more on vote buying. The paper shows that EFCC has not been effective in carrying out its duty as the government agency that has the legal responsibility of curbing vote buying in Nigeria.
Suspense and Dialogue as Aspects of Aesthetics in the Plot of Elechi Amadi’s Trilogy
Authors: Ohia Ben-Fred
Published: October 2023

The greatness of Elechi Amadi in African literature in the divergent assessments of his literary creativity by significant critics over time is in his creative ability. Elechi Amadi’s trilogy: The Concubine, The Great Ponds and The Slave demonstrate aptly his artistry. Suspense in the texts is made manifest in myths and worship of the gods. The trilogy embodies elements that are consequential to the African society and worldviews. Amadi’s trilogy from various perspectives discuss the painful narrative of the spirit-husband myth as seen in The Concubine, inter-village conflict evidenced in the Great Ponds, and the wrath of the gods against Echela’s family in The Slave. The purpose of this paper is to examine suspense and dialogue and how myths are consciously used to effect suspense in the mind of the reader of the texts. Consequently, dialogue by characters also reflects on the myths to create more suspense. This paper in its findings notes that Amadi magnifies the jealousy and anger of the gods over human beings as they must yield to the dictates of the supernatural forces. The aesthetics in the trilogy is on how Amadi successfully explores real and supernatural issues. The paper concludes that Amadi’s trilogy is still relevant in contemporary Nigeria as people still believe in worship at the shrines. This paper recommends a cordial relationship among African traditional religious worshippers, Islam and Christianity for the purpose of unity, and also recommends more research effort on suspense and dialogue as suspects of aesthetics on Elechi Amadi’s trilogy. This paper hinges on Dell Hyme’s Ethnopoetic theory because of its focus on cultural elements in the society. This paper has made a unique contribution to theory, policy and practice.
First Earth Energy Imbalance Assessment WCRP-ESA Workshop Summary and Recommendations Executive Brief
Authors: Meyssignac Benoit , Hakuba Maria , Boyer Tim , Benveniste Jérôme
Published: October 2023

The first edition of the Earth Energy Imbalance Assessment Workshop series was organized by the European Space Agency (ESA) with the support from CNES and 4 others institutions, and took place on 15 to 17 May 2023 at ESA-ESRIN in Frascati (Italy). The workshop brought together 61 scientists from 14 countries. The workshop engaged a wide community with expertise in radiometric remote sensing, satellite altimetry, space gravimetry, ocean in situ measurements and ocean reanalysis to assess and intercompare estimates of Earth's energy imbalance and their time variability and uncertainties. This document is the Executive brief reporting the Summary and Recommendations of the Workshop. Published by: Jérôme Benveniste, European Space Agency (ESA-ESRIN), Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes, Largo Galileo Galilei, 1, Frascati (Roma), I-00044, Italy, email: altimetry.info@esa.int Cite as: Benoit Meyssignac, Maria Hakuba, Seiji Kato, Tim Boyer and Jérôme Benveniste (2023) First Earth Energy Imbalance Assessment WCRP-ESA Workshop Summary and Recommendations Executive Brief, ESA Publication, http://doi.org/10.5270/wcrp-esa-eeia-2023.final_report_brief
MATHEMATICAL AND COMPUTER MODELS OF SCIENTIFIC NOTIONS
Authors: Bayachorova Batyigul , Pankov Pavel
Published: October 2023

Supra, the authors proposed independent computer interactive presentation of notions (without using other languages). In this method, feedback confirms mastering of the notion.  Such presentation may be “with avatar” or “without avatar”. They developed mathematical and computer models for some verbs, nouns and adjectives, proposed new classification of verbs and new “grammar” for notions. They with coauthors implemented some notions of Kyrgyz and English on computer. In the paper mathematical models for some notions in various sciences are described. It can be used for further development of such computer presentations and learning languages.
Краевая задача для нагруженных уравнений параболо-гиперболического типа третьего порядка в бесконечной трёхмерной области
Authors: Исломов Бозор , Аликулов Ёлкин
Published: October 2023

В данной работе формулируется и изучается задача с условиями Геллерстедта на разных характеристических плоскостях для нагруженного уравнения параболо-гиперболического типа третьего порядка в трехмерной области. Основным методом исследования поставленной задачи является преобразование Фурье. На основе преобразования Фурье задача и уравнение сводится к плоскому аналогу задачи Геллерстедта со спектральным параметром, как в уравнении, так и в граничных условиях.

Доказана единственность решения поставленной задачи с помощью нового принципа экстремума для нагруженных уравнений смешанного типа третьего порядка. Используя общего представления решения, доказывается существования решения задачи методом интегральных уравнений. Кроме того, изучено асимптотическое поведение решения задачи при больших значениях спектрального параметра. Найдены достаточные условия, при которых все операции законны.
КОНЦЕПЦИЯ ФУНКЦИОНИРОВАНИЯ ВИКИНОМИКИ КАК НОВОЙ ФОРМЫ СОТРУДНИЧЕСТВА В БИЗНЕСЕ И СОХРАНЕНИЕ АВТОРСКИХ ПРАВ: ПОСТАНОВКА ПРОБЛЕМЫ
Authors: Нанакина Юлия
Published: October 2023

Викиномика – это концепция, которую представили Дон Тапскотт и Энтони Д. Уильямс в своей книге “Викиномика: как массовое сотрудничество меняет все”. В этой книге рассматривается, как предприятия и частные лица могут использовать возможности сотрудничества и технологий с открытым исходным кодом для стимулирования инноваций, роста и успеха. Викиномика основана на принципе, что сотрудничество, обмен информацией и прозрачность могут стимулировать инновации и экономический рост. В традиционной бизнес-модели компании работают в рамках закрытой системы, где они разрабатывают продукты и услуги, которые затем продаются потребителям. Эта модель ограничена опытом и ресурсами компании, и часто приводит к тому, что продукты не отвечают потребностям потребителей. В данной статье будет исследована парадигма викиномики с точки зрения организации бизнеса или внедрения коллективного разума.
АДМИНИСТРАТИВНО-ПРАВОЙ СТАТУС ИНОСТРАННЫХ ГРАЖДАН В КЫРГЫЗСКОЙ РЕСПУБЛИКЕ, КАТЕГОРИИ МИГРАНТОВ
Authors: Джунусова Динара , Ормокеева Жибек
Published: October 2023

В статье рассматриваются глобализационные и интеграционные процессы, а с другой напряжённая милитаризированная обстановка, наблюдаемые в последние десятилетия во всем мире, и в том числе на евразийском пространстве, обуславливают усиление миграционной активности населения. Это заставляет теорию, и практику государственного управления реагировать на возникающие изменения, глубже и шире рассматривать все стороны взаимодействия государства с иностранными гражданами и лицами без гражданства, для наиболее эффективного регулирования правового положения данных лиц, которое во многом предопределяет их дальнейшую судьбу .
ПРАВО НА ЖИЗНЬ, КАК КОНСТИТУЦИОННАЯ ЦЕННОСТЬ
Authors: Джунусова Динара , Орозматов Жакшылык
Published: October 2023

В статье рассматриваются вопросы степени защиты прав и свобод человека, которые являются важнейшим показателем состояния и уровня развития гражданского общества и государства. Практика функционирования института защиты прав человека, формирование действенного механизма обеспечения и защиты прав и свобод человека и гражданина остается наиболее актуальной проблемой юридической науки и практики. Право на жизнь получило закрепление во множестве нормативных правовых актов КР, не только регулирующих предоставление средств и условий, призванных обеспечить непосредственную защиту человеческой жизни, но и гарантирующих медицинскую помощь, благоприятную окружающую среду, запрет пыток, насилия, жестокого обращения.
ПРОБЛЕМЫ ГЕНДЕРНОГО РАВЕНСТВА В ЦИФРОВОЙ ТРАНСФОРМАЦИИ
Authors: Айтбаева Жылдыз
Published: October 2023

В данной статье рассматриваются проблемы обеспечения гендерного равенства в цифровизации. В том числе, даётся призыв реализации эффективных мер по преодолению негативных последствий, которые цифровизация оказывает на гендерное равенство, и поддержки использования ИКТ (Информационно-коммуникационные технологии). А также, приведены некоторые проблемы и новые вызовы такие, как кризис COVID-19, которые рискуют создать дополнительные серьезные препятствия на пути к гендерному равенству.
ҮЙ БҮЛӨЛҮК ЗОМБУЛУК: БҮТҮНДӨЙ КООМДУН КӨЙГӨЙҮ
Authors: Жаасынбек кызы Айнура , Маманова Айжамал
Published: October 2023

Бул макалада Кыргыз Республикасынын Кылмыш-жаза мыйзамынын призмасы аркылуу үй бүлөлүк зомбулуктун көрүнүшү каралат, үй бүлөлүк зомбулуктун түрлөрү жана үй бүлөлүк зомбулуктун фактысын жашыруунун себептери баса белгиленет. Макалада Кыргыз Республикасындагы үй бүлөлүк зомбулукка каршы укуктук күрөш маселеси каралат. Макалада байыркы мезгилден бери тамыр алган жана бүгүнкү күндө кеңири тараган үй бүлөдө согуштун актуалдуу социалдык көйгөйү келтирилген. Үй бүлөлүк ой жүгүртүү бардык коомдордо бар жыныстардын ортосундагы айырмачылыкты чагылдырат. Үй бүлөлүк жана чет өлкөлүк илимий адабияттардан алынган маалыматтарды талдоонун негизинде үй-бүлөлүк зомбулук учурларында балдарды кордоонун кесепеттери жөнүндө маалымат кыскача баяндалат. Жыйынтыгында балдарга карата үй-бүлөлүк зомбулукту аныктоо үчүн психодиагностиканын проекциялык ыкмаларын колдонуу мүмкүнчүлүгүн изилдөө перспективасы көрсөтүлөт.
Enhancing Security in Cloud Computing with Anomaly Detection Using Machine Learning
Authors: Deepak A. Vidhate, Santosh Yerasuri Mayank Namdev, Jayasundar S., Muhammad Babur,
Published: October 2023

Cloud computing has become an integral part of modern business operations, offering unprecedented scalability, cost-effectiveness, and agility. However, the widespread adoption of cloud services has also raised significant security concerns. This paper addresses the imperative need for enhancing security in cloud computing environments through the application of anomaly detection techniques powered by machine learning. The ubiquity of cloud computing has ushered in a new era of digital transformation, enabling organizations to streamline operations and achieve unprecedented efficiency. Nevertheless, the dynamic nature of the cloud, coupled with the evolving threat landscape, has exposed organizations to a spectrum of security challenges. These challenges encompass data breaches, insider threats, and vulnerabilities inherent to the shared responsibility model, which necessitates a collaborative approach between cloud service providers (CSPs) and customers. Anomaly detection, a key facet of cloud security, offers a proactive and adaptive defense mechanism against a wide range of security threats. At its core, anomaly detection relies on the establishment of a baseline of normal system behavior. This baseline is constructed by analyzing historical data patterns, allowing machine learning algorithms to distinguish deviations from the expected norm. Such deviations, often indicative of security incidents or vulnerabilities, trigger alerts for timely remediation. This paper delves into the principles of anomaly detection in cloud computing environments. It discusses the shared responsibility model, the evolving threat landscape, and the need for sophisticated security measures beyond traditional tools. Key anomaly detection principles, such as baseline establishment and machine learning model selection, are elucidated. The paper explores various machine learning algorithms suitable for anomaly detection, including k-means clustering, Support Vector Machines (SVMs), and autoencoders, highlighting their unique strengths and applications in cloud security. Enhancing security in cloud computing through anomaly detection powered by machine learning is essential in safeguarding valuable data and maintaining the integrity of cloud environments. By understanding the intricacies of cloud security challenges, embracing anomaly detection principles, and implementing appropriate machine learning algorithms, organizations can proactively protect their cloud assets and fortify their defenses against emerging threats. This paper serves as a comprehensive guide for organizations striving to secure their presence in the cloud while harnessing its transformative potential.
Development and Implementation of Cloud Open Source Cryptocurrency BI Dashboards System
Authors: Alberg Dima , Hadad Elroi
Published: October 2023

Cryptocurrencies have received a lot of attention from investors, researchers, regulators, and the media. It is a known fact that the cryptocurrency price is very volatile and has anomaly effects. However, not enough scientific research has been done in the Business Intelligence cryptocurrency calendar anomaly detection area. This study presented the development of Business Intelligence dashboards with real data. As a result of this application, anomaly detection was carried out in the values from the Finance Yahoo API collected data set. With the corresponding BI application, a time-dependent representation of cryptocurrency price can be captured and analyzed, and anomalies can be selected and evaluated. The factors that play a role in forming the model to be applied in detecting anomalies with the experimental results were formed and investigated.
Perceptions of parents in homeschooling and their relationship to the nature of homeschooling
Authors: Gill Efrat , Guterman Oz
Published: October 2023

The growth in homeschooling has also led to more research in the field. Yet the perception of homeschooling as one unit is wrong. Homeschooling is defined by what children do not do - they do not go to school. However, homeschooling should be treated as a large group of approaches, perceptions, and attitudes. In the past, several attempts have been made to understand differences between these approaches. In the present study, using questionnaires and in-depth interviews, we investigated two key approaches to examining these differences. Approaches that address different dimensions of home education understandings. These approaches make it possible to understand differences between families in homeschooling, both in the theoretical field and as a tool for understanding research in the field.
Psychological factors influencing consumers
Authors: Rotschedl Jiri
Published: October 2023

This paper deals with the issue of psychological factors that influence consumer behaviour and therefore have an impact on demand formation. The paper summarizes existing research studies in the field of social psychology and places these studies in the context of economics, consumer decision making. The paper also highlights the founder of the Bata company, Tomas Bata, who built a multinational shoe company in the 1920s and who intuitively applied rules in the management system for which psychologists only found a scientific explanation in the second half of the 20th century and which did not fully develop into behavioral economics and neuroleadership until the first two decades of the 21st century, 100 years later.
Are the intraday volatility estimations more representative than the conventional measures? Evidence from the EURTRL FX.
Authors: Vasileiou Evangelos , Rizopoulos Ioannis
Published: October 2023

This paper aims to assess the accuracy and representativeness of Value at Risk (VaR) estimation models for the highly volatile Turkish lira (TRY) and Euro (EUR) FX rate. We compare the performance of various VaR models commonly used in the financial and banking industry and examine the effectiveness of intraday models, particularly the Garman and Klass (1980) and the Parkinson (1980) approaches, in improving VaR estimation relative to conventional models such as Variance Covariance and Exponential Weighted Moving Average. Additionally, we highlight certain shortcomings of the VaR legislation proposed by Vasileiou (2016, 2017). Our findings demonstrate that intraday volatility estimations not only enhance the accuracy of VaR estimations, but also provide a more representative assessment of real risk. The results of this study have significant implications for scholars, regulators, portfolio managers, and investors seeking to better understand and manage risk in the TRY-EUR FX market.

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XVI. YÜZYIL OSMANLI-HABEŞ EYALETİ İLİŞKİLERİ VE HÜDAVERDİ PAŞA’NIN (1587-1592) BEYLERBEYLİĞİ DÖNEMİ
Authors: ÖZKAN Aydın
Published: October 2023

Osmanlı Devleti, 1517 yılında Mısır’ı ve daha sonra da Yemen’i topraklarına katmasının ardından Kızıldeniz’de etkin güç konumuna gelmiştir. XVI. yüzyılda Portekizlilerin Kızıldeniz’e girmesine engel olunmaya çalışılmış böylece doğu ticaretine hakim olmaları önlenmiş ve Kızıldeniz’e kıyısı olan kutsal topraklara verebilecekleri zararların da önüne geçilmiştir. Kızıldeniz sahillerine hâkim olmak amacıyla Özdemir Paşa komutanlığında 1520 yılında Zeyla Limanı, 1524’te Sevakin Limanı ele geçirilmiş daha sonra 1555 yılında Habeş Eyaleti kurulmuştur. Habeş Eyaleti’ne 1587 yılında atanan Beylerbeyi Hüdaverdi Paşa, eyaletin dışından saldırıya hazırlanan Galla Kabileleri, Masavva taraflarında ise Portekizliler ve onlardan destek alan Hıristiyan Habeş Krallığı ile büyük mücadelelerde bulunmuştur. Habeş Kralı Sartsa Dengel mağlup edildiği gibi askerlerinin büyük bir çoğunluğu öldürülmüş, bir kısmı da esir edilmiştir. XVII. yüzyılda ise Osmanlı Devleti, İran ve Avrupa’da farklı devletlerle devam eden savaşlar sebebiyle merkezinden uzak olan bu yerlere denizden ya da karadan yeteri kadar askeri destek gönderememiştir. Fakat Osmanlı, Afrika Boynuzu’na kadar uzanan Afrika sahilini her türlü tehlikeden korumayı her daim devletin stratejik, politik misyonu olarak kabul etmiştir.
KÖKTÜRK TARİHİNİN KAYNAKLARI OLARAK ORTA ASYA SARAYLARINDAKİ DUVAR RESİMLERİ
Authors: TOMBULOĞLU Tuba , BABAYAR Gaybullah
Published: October 2023

Balalik-tepe, Özbekistan’ın en güney ucunda, Afganistan sınırına yakın, bugünkü Surhanderya vilayetinin yönetim merkezi Termiz şehrinin kuzeyinde, ondan yaklaşık 30 km uzaklıkta bulunan Angar tümeni (ilçesi)ndeki eski şehir kalıntısının adıdır. Özbek Türkçesindeki sözcük anlamı “Çocuklu tepe” olan bu tarihî yadigarlık miladî 5.-6. yüzyıllara ait olup, birçok uzmanlarca Orta Asya’daki İslam öncesi vaha devletlerinden biri olan Termiz-Şahlar sülalesiyle ilişkilendirilmektedir.
NEXUS BETWEEN CORPORATE INCOME TAX AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN BANGLADESH
Authors: Chowdhury Sharmin , Haider Dr. Mohammad Ziaul
Published: October 2023

This study assembles a dataset on the corporate income tax (CIT) rate during 2001-2020 in Bangladesh and tries to capture the influence of CIT on the country's economic growth. It takes into account the impact of the CIT rate on per capita GDP, government spending, foreign direct investment (FDI), and inflation. In the last two decades, with the increasing trend of CIT revenue, it is observed that CIT revenue contributes almost 32 percent in total tax revenue. This study incorporates empirical analysis to capture the association between CIT and economic growth. Firstly, the associated tests identified the stationarity of variables which are significant properties of time series analysis. In the second step, one cointegrating vector has been observed in the variables. Finally, this study tries to figure out the causal relationship among variables by applying appropriate methods and tests. The test results endorse that CIT rate granger causes to GDP per capita. Accordingly, for a rise in CIT revenue, there is a positive change in GDP per capita.
COVERAGE OF EDITORIALS ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS IN BANGLADESHI NEWSPAPERS
Authors: Esha Saima Akter , Islam Md. Shariful
Published: October 2023

Bangladesh is one of the most promising nations towards attaining Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Since the SDGs were announced in September 2015, Bangladeshi print media have covered SDG-related issues. This study aims to examine the treatment, mode and theme of SDG-related editorials in Bangladeshi newspapers. Content analysis method has been applied to assess the coverage. Editorials (n=88) were collected from the two leading national newspapers in Bangladesh, The Daily Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, between April 1, 2022, and April 30, 2022, based on circulation and readership. A coding sheet has been developed to measure the coverage under 17 subcategories. These coding have been analyzed manually by two coders and NVivo-14 has been used for the thematic analysis of the editorials. The findings revealed that SDG goal 6: Clean water and sanitation has received the highest priority whereas SDG goals: Affordable energy, Gender equality and Life on land are the least covered area in the newspapers. It is also found that most of the entire editorials have been interpretatively written, while majority of them have adopted proactive approach. The most cited themes of these editorials are development, health and water. However, newspaper coverage has a significant impact on the adoption and implementation of public policies like SDGs. This study explored the extent to which the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are reflected in Bangladeshi newspapers.
Detection of Multidrug resistant cariogenic bacteria among Diabetic Patients attending a Tertiary Hospital in Ado Ekiti, South-Western, Nigeria
Authors: Adewumi Funmilayo Ajoke , Adegoke Anthony Ayodeji , Ighodalo Uzairue Leonard , Ojerinde Amos Kunle , Ibeh Isaiah , Okiki Pius A.
Published: October 2023

Microorganisms colonizing the oral cavity have a significant probability of spreading on epithelial surfaces to neighboring sites. Many reports have associated oral bacteria to oral infectious diseases as well as systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Oral care is usually neglected in the control of health problems linked with diabetes which may contribute to the increased morbidity and complications from oral health problems. The study aimed to identify the resident microbial flora and assess the possible carriage of cariogenic bacteria among people with diabetes in Ado- Ekiti, Nigeria. Oral swabs were collected from 306 consenting patients. Culture-based isolation was done using standard techniques on Mitis salivarius agar supplemented with 1% Potassium Tellurite, 10% chocolate agar and MacConkey agar at 37 oC for 18-48 hours. The susceptibility patterns of the isolates were detected using standard techniques as recommended by CLSI. Selected bacteria isolates were genomically identified using the bacterial universal primer 16S rRNA and STR-1 and STR 2 primers (partial tuf genes). Amplified genes were sequenced and phylogenetic analysis was carried out using MEGA 7 software. A total of 447 microbial isolates were identified among which were Staphylococcus spp (14.5%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (3.4%), Escherichia coli (2.5%), Candida spp (8%) while the streptococcal organisms such as Streptococcus pyogenes (35.2%), Streptococcus mitis (14%), Streptococcus mutans (7.3%)and Streptococcus salivarius (15.1%). Streptococcus mutans was susceptible to meropenem (71.4%) but highly resistant to Penicillin (100%), cefuroxime (71.4%) cefotaxime (68.6%). Streptococcus mitis was highly resistant to Amoxicillin/Clavulanate (100%), Cloxacillin (100%) and Cefuroxime (70.1%) but was found susceptible to Meropenem (77.3%). 16S ribosomal RNA gene amplification and subsequent sequencing of the isolates revealed twenty-six (26) de-novo bacterial strains. In conclusion, the study showed that diabetic individuals carry multidrug-resistant cariogenic bacteria that may predispose them to other oral diseases. There is a need to incorporate routine oral microbiological screening into routine care for diabetic patients in Nigeria.
Machine Learning Techniques for Breast Cancer Prediction
Authors: Okebule Toyin , Adeyemo Oluwaseyi Adesina , Oguntimilehin Abiodun , Obamiyi Stephen Eyitayo , Badeji-Ajisafe Bukola
Published: October 2023

Breast cancer is the most trending type of cancer globally with close to two and half million cases recorded based on research by the World Health Organization in 2021 and it is also the most common cancer among women in all countries, posing a major cause for public health concern. In Nigeria and the world at large, over a hundred thousand new cases of cancer occur every year with high death among women. It has been researched that early and accurate detection of breast cancer can aid in the diagnosis of the disease for women and it may also reduce the risk of death rate among women. Literature shows that several machine learning techniques have been carried out on breast cancer diagnosis to help provide accurate technology solutions to early detection. The machine learning techniques used have different accuracy rate which varies for dissimilarity conditions. In this study, we compared different methods with many existing machine-learning techniques commonly used for breast cancer detection and diagnosis. Also, the aim of this review method will show an improvement in accuracy performances by implementing different methods and analysis in existing machine learning techniques to proficiently assist doctors in decision-making on an accurate detection and diagnosis of breast cancer and classifying tumors as benign or malignant thereby reducing the risk of death rate among women.
Singing Towards Freedom: An Exploration of Music Therapy Practices in Norwegian Prison Contexts
Authors: McDerment Gabriel
Published: October 2023

This narrative review explores the impacts of music therapy in Norwegian prisons as a powerful model for international mental health efforts for incarcerated populations. Exploring international prisoner mental health trends, Norway’s successful prison model, and challenges to Nordic prison contexts, significant background information explores the complex context around prisoner mental health and why Norway provides the best existent context for studying and implementing music therapy as a novel intervention. Looking at both qualitative and quantitative studies, this paper explores the effects of music therapy in Norwegian prisons. Though music therapy is difficult to study by its long-term nature, recent research speaks to music therapy as a viable treatment option that is effectively implementable in prison contexts and provide much needed help to incarcerated individuals. Many qualitative studies speak to this, focusing on how case studies and experiences with small cohorts create a personal experience for those receiving music therapy. In all of the qualitative studies explored, music therapy helped incarcerated Norwegian patients reach mental health goals in ways that other interventions had not been successful. Quantitative studies feature more ambiguous results, but all suggest successes for music therapy and suggest future experiments that have adequate ability to cover patients over longer timespans in more consistent incarceration contexts. Further exploration of all studies present inspire hope that music therapy can be successfully implemented further in Norwegian and international contexts.
A Comparative Evaluation of the Alternative Anatomical Sites for Body Temperature Measurement Using Digital Thermometers in Dairy Cows
Authors: Abigaba Rubaijaniza , Sianangama Pharaoh C.
Published: October 2023

The measurement of body temperature is a critical aspect of assessing the health and reproductive status of dairy cows. The standard method used to estimate this temperature is rectal thermometry. However, this technique has limitations, including disease spread, distress, and or risks of rectal injuries. The current study was undertaken to validate the potential of alternative anatomical sites for temperature measurement using a digital thermometer (DT). The study employed a one-factor experimental design considering the anatomical site as the main factor, with four treatments or factor levels, namely rectal (DTtrectal), inguinal (DTtinguinal), axillary (DTtaxillary), and undertail (DTtundertail) sites. A simple random sampling technique was employed to determine the order of site selection for temperature measurement. In total, 26 adult Holstein Friesian-Boran cows with an average weight of 482 kg were used to conduct this study. Each cow was assessed for all the treatments considered in this study. The temperature measured at different anatomical sites was evaluated. The highest mean temperature was observed for rectal temperature (38.27 ± 0.42℃), while that of mean axillary temperature was the lowest (37.75 ± 0.53℃). The mean temperature readings were significantly affected by the anatomical site. There was no significant difference between mean rectal and inguinal or undertail temperature. There was a significant correlation between the rectal and undertail temperature, while no significant correlation was observed between rectal and inguinal temperature. The equivalence analysis between the rectal and undertail pair revealed a significant bias. This bias suggests that the two anatomical sites cannot be used interchangeably, particularly with digital thermometer application in Holstein Friesian-Boran cows. However, the observed mean undertail temperature and its correlation with rectal temperature indicated that the undertail site still holds promise as an alternative site for temperature-taking under conditions different from this study.
Mediação frente aos negócios jurídicos familiares
Authors: Suter José Ricardo , Da Rosa Cachapuz Rozane
Published: October 2023

O cenário contemporâneo mostra que a utilização da mediação nas diversas áreas jurídicas tem aumentado nos últimos anos, principalmente com o advento das Leis 13.105/2015 – Código de Processo Civil e 13.140/2015 – Lei de Mediação. No direito das famílias não é diferente, aliás, é uma importante técnica de gestão democrática não adversarial, de cunho educativo, autônomo e comunicativo utilizada em demandas extrajudiciais e endoprocessuais. Com efeito, tem-se a concretude dos negócios jurídicos familiares. Com isso, este estudo visa analisar se a mediação de conflitos pode ser um mecanismo fortalecedor da realização de negócios jurídicos familiares. Neste contexto, abordará conceitos de negócios jurídicos bem como tratará das balizas da autonomia da vontade e suas vertentes, sendo traçadas algumas balizas norteadoras para a autonomia privada e autonomia existencial, além de tratar da mediação de conflitos familiares. Por fim, por meio do método dedutivo buscará demonstrar que a mediação pode ser um importante instrumento de promoção de negócios jurídicos familiares.
Sentence Problem pada Penulisan Essay Mahasiswa Program Studi Sastra Inggris
Authors: Amirudin Amirudin , Ningtyas Tutik Ratna
Published: October 2023

Essay writing is a skill that must be mastered by students, especially English Literature Study Program students. Writing essays in English is a challenge in itself which of course has a lot of problems in the process. In writing essays in English, of course, you have to follow the correct writing rules. Mastery of several important aspects of writing including grammar, vocabulary, content, mechanism and organization is very important to be able to create good and easy-to-understand writing. Besides that. there are several things that need to be considered to create accuracy in writing such as sentence structure, cohesive devices in writing, and so on. In this study, the focus is on the problem of writing sentences. This study investigates sentence writing problems such as sentence fragments, run-on sentences, parallel structures, comma connections, and so on which are often encountered. This study involved semester student essays 6 English Literature study programs. The reason for selecting sixth semester students for the English Literature study program is because at this level students have already taken Writing and Grammar courses. This study aims to explain the phenomena of the sentence problems. This research is expected to contribute to the academic field. The contribution in question is a contribution in improving learning strategies related to writing. Therefore the author chose the research title "Sentence Problem in essay writing for students of the English Literature study program, Pamulang University".
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Siswa
Authors: Alghifari Lalu Muhammad Maqbul , Harmanto Harmanto , Zaini Achmad
Published: October 2023

Research has been conducted on the Application of Problem Based Learning Models to Increase Student Learning Motivation in class VII J SMPN 45 Surabaya. This research is a classroom action research with the results of research that the application of problem based learning, learning models can increase student learning motivation. This is evident from the results of research observations after applying the Problem Based Learning learning model, student learning motivation increased from 47% in cycle I to 71% in cycle II. Furthermore, the results of the learning motivation questionnaire increased from 53% in cycle I to 79% in cycle II. So that student learning motivation that was previously in the low category increased to motivation in the high learning motivation category.
Pengaruh Video Pembelajaran Berbasis Edpuzzle pada Materi Fusion Pastry Bakery terhadap Level Kognitif dan Kinerja Siswa
Authors: Asmahda Rahadatul , Miranti Mauren Gita , Purwidiani Niken , Kuncoro Andika
Published: October 2023

Edpuzzle is one of the interactive video-based e-learning platforms that is often used in the world of education. Research objectives are Knowing the effect of using Edpuzzle videos on students' cognitive levels, knowing the influence of using Edpuzzle videos on student practicum performance and knowing the influence of Edpuzzle videos on cognitive levels and practicum performance simultaneously. The type of research used is a type of quantitative research with a quasi-experimental design research model (Pseudo-Experiment). The variables used were three variables with one independent variable (X: Edpuzzle Learning Video) and two dependent variables (Y1: Cognitive Level and Y2: Practicum Performance). Data collection is carried out using test methods and performance observation. The data was processed with Simple Regression T Test and Manova Test. After that, discussion and conclusion are drawn from the problem formulation. From this writing, it is concluded that the Sig value in each hypothesis shows a > number of 0.05 probability, it can show that there is a significant influence between cognitive level and practicum performance and there is an influence of both on fusion pastry bakery learning materials using the Edpuzzle video-based learning method. In line with the conclusions above, it is hoped that the use of Edpuzzle learning media can provide something new to the world of education. And educators can apply innovative learning media to students.
Cotton Leaf Curl Virus (CLCuV): An Insight into Disaster
Authors: Hassan Noor , Hussain Mujahid , Mushtaq Faisal , Ali Saqib , Shahzad Chaudary Muhammad Saqib
Published: October 2023

Disaster of cotton leaf curl virus disease (CLCuVD) is the severe restriction to cotton production wherever it appears, and this dilemma is under discussion by scientist since few decades and still no satisfactory control is obtained. Cotton leaf curl Virus (CLCuV) is a begomovirus belongs to family geminiviridae and transmitted by insect-vector Whitefly complex (Bemisia tabaci Gennadius and Bemisia argentifolii Bellows & Perring). In Pakistan, disease was first reported by scientist on stray plants in 1967 near Multan, Punjab. In 1992-93 disease epidemic cause yield decline from 9.05 million bales to 8.04 million bales cause severe losses to cotton production in Pakistan. During 1996-97 resistant cotton verities against CLCuV were introduced but since 2001 new strain Cotton Leaf Curl Burewala Virus (CLCuBuV) cause another epidemic by breaking resistance in all available verities. Excessive use of pesticides to control vector is the serious environmental threat, caused vector resistance, and are carcinogenic and neurotoxic to humans. This review is to cover the history, spread, major losses, Management, Molecular study of relation between host-pathogen and virus resistance strategies to reduce the use of pesticide.
Effects of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles on Biochemical Hematological Parameters and Liver Histopathology of Rabbit
Authors: Ashfaq Farah , Hayee Sara , Afzal Fatima , Iqbal Sadia , Azmat Aqsa , Ehsan Sana , Ashraf Habiba
Published: October 2023

Zinc oxide nanoparticles have broad spectrum utilization in the nano-industry because of their distinct characteristics. Increased human exposure to nanoparticles has been observed through various products like dyes, additives, ceramics, beauty products rubber etc. Objectives: This study was carried out to evaluate the ZnO nanoparticle's toxic effects on hematological and biochemical parameters in lower and higher doses in a rabbit model. Methods: Thirty male rabbits were used and ten rabbits were assorted in each group. Groups included control and experimental group 1 (low dose group 50mg/kg) & and group 2 (high dose group 75 mg/kg). The oral administration of ZnO nanoparticles was given for 20 days. The parameters included body weight, blood glucose level, serum level of aspartate transaminase (AST), serum level of alanine transaminase (ALT), serum albumin, total cholesterol, triglycerides, hemoglobin, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. The parameters were measured on the 1st, 10th and 20th day of the experiment. Results: Nanoparticle administration resulted in a non-significant decrease in body weight and blood glucose level. Serum level aspartate transaminase in experimental group 2 was significantly increased. Triglycerides had shown a non-significant increase in experimental group 2. Non-significant decrease was observed in red blood cells and platelet count of both the experimental groups. Histopathological studies revealed damaged liver parenchyma and hepatocyte degeneration in the high-dose group. Conclusions: ZnO nanoparticle administration resulted in damage to liver histopathology. Its toxicity resulted in increased levels of triglycerides, AST and ALT due to liver damage.
Analyzing the Key Predictors of Implant Cut Out in DHS-Treated Intertrochanteric Fractures: A Comprehensive Investigation
Authors: Tanveer Omer Farooq , Arif Muhammad Maaz , Mohsin Danish , Nisar Wardah , Bugvi Naveen Abubakar , Bohari Noreen Maqbool , Haider Tanveer , Hannan Muhammad Abdul , Anwar Rizwan
Published: October 2023

Intertrochanteric fractures are osteoporotic fractures in nature that mainly affect elderly people and lead to disability annually. This creates a burden on the healthcare system and results in significant resource usage, attention to medical needs, and rehabilitative care. Objective: To identify and analyze the key factors associated with intertrochanteric fractures. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College (KMSMC) in Sialkot, Pakistan. This observational study enrolled 137 patients, with 63 males (46%) and 74 females (54%). Results: The average age of the selected group was 64.55±14.26 years. It was highlighted that most of the fractures (52%) were on the right side, this features a potential asymmetry in fracture development. Secondly, falls were recognized as the prime reason for intertrochanteric fractures, as it accounts for 65% of the cases. As per fracture classification taken into account, stable fractures (64%) were the most common type noticed. Furthermore, a large part of patients (76%) encountered a positive outcome in terms of union, mentioning a successful healing of the fractures. Besides, a notable percentage (52%) of the cases exhibit good reduction, demonstrating functional alignment of fractured bone segments in the course of the treatment procedure. Conclusions: The present study deduced that a remarkable number of fractures were observed on the right side, specifying a possible imbalance in fracture occurrence. Furthermore, falls were regarded as the primary cause of intertrochanteric fractures. Majority were stable in nature with positive union outcomes and showed a good reduction.
Immediate Effect of Ischemic Compression Therapy to Release Suboccipital Trigger Points in Tension-Type Headache among Adult Population of GCUF
Authors: Ghaffar Tamjeed , Nadeem Nimra , Saleem Sumbal , Ahmad Irtasam , Ajmal Muhammad , Javed Hina , Khalid Amna
Published: October 2023

Tension-type headache is a nervous illness and characterized by pain, causes stretch on both sides and stiffness which feels like a band or pressure leads to disruption in daily activities. Objective: To see the immediate effects of ischemic compression therapy to release sub-occipital trigger points in tension type headache. Methods: It was a quasi-experimental study. Study population was students and faculty members of GC University, Faisalabad from age between 25 to 35 years. Sample size of the study was 35. A convenient sampling technique was used to select individuals according to the defined inclusion criteria. Trigger points were evaluated by palpating the occipital region. Data collection tools including visual analogue scale (VAS) and HIT-6 was used to measure intensity of pain and tension-type headache. SPSS version 25.0 was used to analyze the data. Results: Post-treatment values of VAS showed the reduction in pain intensity (mean=0.57) as compared to the pre-intervention values (mean = 5.03). A notable reduction in HIT-6 impact from (mean = 65.13) to (mean = 40.40) was observed. Paired sample t-test showed a p-value below 0.05 for both VAS and HIT-6, highlighting the positive effects of ischemic compression therapy to release sub-occipital trigger points in tension type headache. Conclusions: There was a notable reduction of pain intensity immediately after the treatment session. Ischemic compression therapy was significantly effective to release sub-occipital trigger points in patients with tension type headache.
Elecciones presidenciales: herestética en un territorio pluripartidista
Authors: Suárez-Meaney Tonatiuh , Albarran Martínez Israel
Published: October 2023

Las recientes elecciones mexicanas aparentemente sorpresivas por sus resultados, se analizan desde la perspectiva de las teorías espaciales del voto y su aplicación en el territorio. Las situaciones electorales y las acciones de los partidos han cambiado en distintas elecciones consecutivas, independientemente de su ideología; lo que nos permite deducir que en efecto existe una especie de mercado electoral que varios teóricos han llamado herestética. Se expone primero una parte teórica donde se recopilan aquellas perspectivas que se consideran útiles para la comprensión de los fenómenos geográfico-electorales, y una parte donde se aplican al actual caso de México. En una segunda parte se examina, de forma estadística, el caso de las elecciones mexicanas desde la perspectiva de los distintos candidatos.

The last mexican presidential elections showed the fragility of mexican democracy. The surprise result invite to use other analitic tools like spatial vote theories. The ideology of mexican parties changes over time, then it is posible deduce there is an electoral market which some theoretical call herestetic. We expose in a first part a theoretical part where we discuss several points of view of the problem. In a second part we analize with data the concepts of the exposed theories. from the perspective of different candiadtos.
Democracia, ¿gobierno del pueblo o gobierno de los políticos?
Authors: Hernández Norzagaray Ernesto
Published: October 2023

Reflexiones sobre gobierno del pueblo o gobierno de los políticos
El fin del sistema de partido hegemónico en México
Authors: Valdés Zurita Leonardo
Published: October 2023

Este trabajo reconstruye el proceso de transformación del sistema de partido hegemónico en México. Se estudia el surgimiento, auge y agotamiento de ese peculiar sistema de partidos en el país y se analiza la ruta de su transformación durante el último cuarto del siglo XX. Se especifican las transformaciones que, durante ese proceso, vivieron los partidos políticos y se analiza la alternancia en las presidencias municipales, como un novedoso fenómeno que conformó los cimientos de la alternancia en la presidencia de la República en 2000. Las conclusiones del trabajo ofrecen elementos para explicar, en el largo plazo, la derrota del Partido Revolucionario Institucional, en esa elección presidencial.