bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Online Business Capabilities and Online Business Performance in the Malaysian Fashion Industry
Authors: Zhen Teo Shao , Hassan Siti Hasnah
Published: June 2021

Objective - The digital economy is believed to be one of Malaysia's largest sectors as online businesses are expected to exhibit an increase of 10% in the near future. This factor eventually prompted subsequent studies on online business models. This study aims to discover the types of online business capabilities that could enhance the firm competitiveness of online business in the Malaysian fashion industry.

Methodology/Technique - A questionnaire was developed and distributed by hand to a number of Malaysian online business owners in the fashion industry. The data was analysed using SPSS version 26 and SmartPLS 3.0.

Finding - The findings indicated that digital marketing capability and CRM capability were significantly correlated to firm competitiveness, which in turn, also showed a significant and positive relationship with online business performance. Nevertheless, IT capability was an insignificant factor of firm competitiveness.

Novelty - This study concluded the importance of CRM capability and digital marketing capability for online business owners to enhance firm competitiveness. The results also implied the importance of firm competitiveness for online businesses to perform in Malaysian fashion industry.

Type of Paper - Empirical.

Keywords: Online Business Performance, Online Business Capabilities, Digital Marketing Capability, CRM Capability, IT Capability, Firm Competitiveness, Fashion Industry

JEL Classification: L20, L25

URI: http://gatrenterprise.com/GATRJournals/GJBSSR/vol9.2_2.html

DOI: https://doi.org/10.35609/gjbssr.2021.9.2(2)

Pages 114 – 127
Sharia Islamic Economics in the Middle of Civilization Transition
Authors: Ghozali Mohammad , Handayani Resi , Bakri Wahyudi
Published: June 2021

The existence of an economic system of capitalism, an economic system of socialism, and an economic system of sharia are a response to problems regarding the economy as well as an answer to removing people from the obscurity of the existing economic system. It’s hoped that these systems will be the key to the economic success of a society. But there are always advantages and disadvantages to every existing system. The economic system of capitalism is an economic system hi which investors or owners of capital are the movers and rulers. Meanwhile, the economic system of socialism is a system hi which the government is the main control, this system ignores the position of the individual, everything is regulated by the ruler and no one has the right other than the ruler. The considerations positives and negatives of each system have created a sharia economic system where this system has every positive side of the capitalist and socialist economic system but ignores the shortcomings or negative sides of the two systems. This paper discussed how the economic system of capitalism, the economic system of socialism, the Islamic economic system, and the relationship between them. The method used in this writing was library research, in which the authors used various secondary data from books, article, and many more. The results showed that it is clear that there are far differences between the conventional economic system and the Islamic economic system, the conventional economic system includes the economic system of capitalism and the economic system of socialism.
Islamic Finance and Economic Development: The Impact of the Islamic Finance Sector on Indonesia’s Economic Development
Authors: Zainur Zainur
Published: June 2021

The re-existence of Islamic economics on the surface of the earth makes a major contribution to the new economic system, with new models and innovations that are applied according to the conditions it goes through without reducing the values that must be implemented in the Islamic economic system. Although it can be understood that this Islamic economic system is not a new thing, but has experienced a new history in the modern era This research aimed to describe the models and applications of sharia-based financial models in the economy, Islamic finance models that are able to promote equitable development, and the impact of the Islamic finance sector on economic development. This was qualitative research with document analysis. The results were financial system in Islam has an impact on economic growth, especially in Indonesia, it can be felt the level of difference between conventional economics and Islamic economics. In addition to the investment factor made by investors, the contract model that is applied bears the risk for both parties, because with a contract like this the level of prudence that must be carried out is more selective compared to other contracts. In addition to Islamic banking, non-bank financial institutions also have a very significant role in increasing economic growth. Among non-bank financial institutions that have an influence on economic growth are zakat, baitul maal wattamwil, waqf and others.
Classification of EEG Signals using Nonlinear Features and Preprocessing Techniques
Authors: T Saneesh Cleatus , M Dr. Thungamani
Published: June 2021

In this paper we study the effect of nonlinear
preprocessing techniques in the classification of
electroencephalogram (EEG) signals. These methods are used for
classifying the EEG signals captured from epileptic seizure
activity and brain tumor category. For the first category,
preprocessing is carried out using elliptical filters, and statistical
features such as Shannon entropy, mean, standard deviation,
skewness and band power. K-Nearest Neighbor (KNN) and
Support Vector Machine (SVM) were used for the classification.
For the brain tumor EEG signals, empirical mode decomposition
is used as a pre-processing technique along with standard
statistical features for the classification of normal and abnormal
EEG signals. For epileptic signals we have achieved an average
accuracy of 94% for a three-class classification and for brain
tumor signals we have achieved a classification accuracy of 98%
considering it as a two class problem.
Effect of Atmospheric Turbulences on BPSK
Authors: Bhardwaj Priyanka , Jain Aadi , . Manveen , Kamal Richita , Chittlangia Rishab
Published: June 2021

FSO (Free-Space Optical Communications) is a type
of optical communication that is transmitted over an open space.
The irradiance fluctuation in a clear atmosphere is caused by
Temperature variations in the atmosphere are minor but erratic.
As a result, the Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) is reduced, and
performance is reduced. BPSK has the best performance when
scintillation is not considered. Thus, BPSK is investigated in this
work under the impact of air turbulence and meteorological
variables. The comparison of BPSK modulation scheme is done by
simulating turbulence in Log Normal and Negative Exponential
Channel.
BER of Various Modulation Techniques Under Atmospheric Turbulences
Authors: Bhardwaj Priyanka , Jain Aadi , . Manveen , Kamal Richita , Chittlangia Rishab
Published: June 2021

Noise in the communication channel is well
established to be a threat to digital bit transmission, resulting in
many mistakes at the bit level. Different modulation methods are
studied in terms of BER, probability of error and SNR to better
comprehend this. In the presence of specific levels of noise in the
communication channel, this analysis yields an interesting
conclusion that advises the employment of particular modulation
methods. A comprehensive analysis of several modulation
schemes has been considered. Those include On-Off Key
modulation (OOK), Binary Phase Shift Key (BPSK), Quadrature
Phase Shift Key (QPSK), Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM) and
8-Phase Shift Key (8-PSK). This analysis can aid in the selection
of a modulation approach based on the channel condition.
Systematic Mapping Study of Enterprise Resource Planning
Authors: Rosyda Salma Shofia , Maulina Erna , Purnomo Margo
Published: June 2021

Enterprise resource planning needs to be maximized
in line with technological developments and circumstances that
can change unexpectedly. The goal is to integrate business
processes to enhance collaboration. Organizational performance
and critical success factors have become important in enterprise
resource planning from 2011 to 2020. This article aims to classify,
identify scientific publications, and thematic analysis of the latest
literature to create a broad and detailed understanding of
enterprise resource planning. The research method used is a
systematic mapping study (SMS) to examine scientific
publications produced from time to time, types of research, and
methods. The SMS procedure follows established empirical
guidelines and the mapping data relies on the IEEE,
ScienceDirect, and Scopus electronic databases. Based on the
results of SMS, it is known that 89 studies met the inclusion
criteria. 89 articles were classified by type of paper, method, focus,
locus, and year of publication. Then, categorization and
quantification of current studies are generated on various
dimensions, topic summaries, and current research trends.
Biosensor Chip for Monitoring of Water Pollution as Novel Test Tool in Public Health: Proof of Principle
Authors: Mehmedinović Nadira Ibrišimović , Kesić Aldina , Šestan Almir , Crnkić Aida , Ibrišimović Mirza
Published: June 2021

Humans are generally exposed to a variety of
pollutions present in the air they breathe, the food they eat or in
the water they drink. Some of the most dangerous pollutions are
metals and heavy metals. These are naturally occurring
substances which are harmless when present in the environment
at low levels. However, due to many pollutants such as industry
processes or war activities, the heavy metal concentration can
exceed the limit of tolerance and become very toxic for the natural
environment and living organisms in it, including humans. Unlike
organic pollutants, the heavy metals (as ions and as particulate
matter) once introduced into the environment cannot be
biodegraded and remain there indefinitely. By rainfall these
pollutants can be partially transferred from air or soil into the
rivers and drinking water sources, where they accumulate in even
higher toxic levels. The high concentrations of heavy metals in
contaminated natural water reservoirs have an impact on the
microbial community composition which resides there. This type
of water pollution can cause the changes in life cycles of natural
bacterial populations, influencing their metabolic processes and
proliferation. The presence of pathogens in water is normally
indirectly determined by the testing for “indicator organism” such
as coliform bacteria. Coliforms are usually present in larger
numbers in contaminated water and at the same time they are
indicators of whether other pathogenic bacteria are present, too.
In crisis situations, like war or some natural disasters, where
trusted sources of drinking water are not available anymore, the
military and residents of affected areas are forced to use some
alternative water resources that cannot be tested for their
microbial or metal contamination properly. Therefore, the
existence of some fast test that would detect not only dangerous
bacterial pathogens in water, but also the presence of metals and
heavy metals as well, would be of great help and importance for
the human health. Even though the number of pathogens can be
drastically reduced by the boiling of water, the heavy metals are
not destroyed by high temperature. Hence the main objective of
our work was to optimize the biosensor chip for microbial detection in contaminated water that would serve at the same time
as an indicator for the chemical composition of the water, such as
presence of metals and heavy metals, with potential to be used as a
novel test tool in public health.
Cronoprogramma o cronogramma, cronistoria o cronostoria?
Authors: Coletti Vittorio
Published: June 2021

Sono giunte varie domande sui discendenti italiani dell’antico Crono, in greco Chronos, il tempo. In particolare si dice cronoprogramma o cronogramma, cronistoria o cronostoria?
Military Bridges and Their Usage in Emergency (Natural Disasters) Situations
Authors:   Georgian Technical University, Naveriani Zezva
Published: June 2021

The role of military bridges in military-civilian operations is very important. The introductory part briefly discusses the classification of military bridges and their brief history of development, highlighting the importance of military bridges during hostilities. The main part discribes the usage of military-engineering subdivisions, in particular, military bridges, during civilian military operations, such as their use in the elimination of natural or technogenic disasters. The article discusses examples of the use of military bridges in the last part of the history of Georgia, their importance during the liquidation of the crisis, such as: the use of a military bridge (КМ-02Т) in the construction of IDP settlements in the post-war Georgia, the use of infrastructure damaged by the Nenskra River in the Svaneti region, and the use of spinal bridges over the Terg River in Kazbegi Municipality. The use of military bridges is one of the best examples of military civilian operations.
Comparison of Physiological and Biological Data of European Goats Adapted in Georgia with Standard Breed Data
Authors:   Georgian Technical University, Zhgenti Tea , Ghlighvashvili Vasil ,   Georgian Technical University
Published: June 2021

The ability of European high-yielding dairy goats (Saanen and Alpine) to adapt to different environment in Georgia and to maintain the productivity and some health parameters provided by the standards were under the study. To determine the health status of the introduced goats, we studied physiological-biological data of both breeds in different climatic zones. Observations were conducted in two farms (near Rustavi and in the foothills of Mtskheta Municipality). Up to 100 goats of mixed age were under the experiment. From physiological and biological data, we studied body temperature, respiration and pulse rate, and also general blood analysis. Comparison of the obtained data with the standard values allowed us to conclude that the data are as close as possible to each other. This proves that the goats have adapted well and the local conditions are quite satisfactory for them. The high genetic potential of Saanen and alpine goat breeds and the results obtained by us allow to offer to farmers reasonable advice-recommendations on breeding these breeds in different climatic zones of Georgia, which will form prospects for long-term, sustainable development of the sector in the country.
The Influence of the Extraction Conditions of Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) Fruits and Leaves on the Yield of Phenolic Compounds
Authors:   Georgian Technical University, Gamkrelidze Nino , Kvartskava Giorgi ,   Georgian Technical University
Published: June 2021

Plant extracts used in food production significantly improve the quality of food. Chemical composition is the main prerequisites for the final use of plant extracts. The chemical composition of the extracts is affected by the extraction method and conditions - temperature, duration and solvent. On the basis of experimental data optimal conditions for the extraction of phenolic compounds from the fruits and leaves of blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) were selected. Among the extraction methods used in the experiment, the highest content of phenolic compounds in obtained extracts was observed during the ultrasonic extraction. A mixture of 0.25 parts of water and 0.75 parts of 96% ethanol showed best results from different volume ratios of water and ethanol. The optimal extraction time was 90 minutes. And the optimum temperature is 45°C. The total content of phenolic compounds in the extracts obtained by the abovementioned method amounted is 35.62±0.17 mgg -1(dry weight) for blackthorn fruits and 44,76 ± 0.08mgg -1(dry weight) for the leaves.
მიწოდების ჯაჭვის ეფექტური მართვა თანამედროვე ტექნოლოგიებით
Authors:   Georgian Technical University, Maghradze Manana , Tsimakuridze Liana ,   Georgian Technical University
Published: June 2021

The use of innovative technology in effective supply chain management and its concept is one of the most important processes in the business sector, which includes the entire process that a product/ service goes through from creation to the last customer. The use of new technologies is important and necessary to increase competitiveness, therefore, the use of innovative technologies in the supply chain management process is important because management is more efficient and faster. In addition, the paper covers the discussion of such important modern technologies as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Drone, Big Data (BD), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain. The best example of the use of modern technologies in Georgia can be considered the effective management of the joint supply chain of the Ministry of Justice and its LEPL with modern technologies. LEPL House of Justice uses innovative technologies to provide citizens with more than four hundred services of LEPLs operating in the field of governance of the Ministry of Justice, various public agencies and the private sector.
Wireless to optical phase mapping in a seamless digital wireless-photonic link
Authors: Ghosh Niloy , Pendharker Sarang
Published: June 2021

This paper investigates the seamless mapping of wireless mmWave phase-levels to the optical phase-levels in a seamless digital mmWave-to-photonic converter. We report a non-linear mapping of phase-levels from the wireless to the optical domain which results in digital symbol degeneracy. Our work provides various optimum design guidelines to make such seamless converters practically feasible in digital communication links. The latency and the design complexity of such a seamless converter are expected to be appreciably lower than those of a conventional converter, thereby making it more suitable for 6G communication systems. Although the wireless operating frequency considered in this paper belongs to the mmWave band, all the contributions presented are equally applicable and relevant in the THz wireless band as well.
Topology Poisoning Attacks and Prevention in Hybrid Software-Defined Networks
Authors: Shrivastava Pragati , Kataoka Kotaro
Published: June 2021

The hybrid software-defined networks (SDN) architectures are beneficial for a smooth transition and less costly SDN deployment. However, legacy switches and SDN switches coexistence brings new challenges of deployment inconsistency management and security. Security is not well studied for hybrid SDN architecture. In this paper, we study the topology poisoning attacks in hybrid SDN for the first time. We propose new attack vectors for link fabrication in hybrid SDN. The new attack is named “multi-hop link fabrication”, in which an adversary successfully injects a fake multi-hop link (MHL) by exploiting the link discovery protocols. We presented the Hybrid-Shield, a link verification framework for hybrid SDN link discovery. Hybrid-Shield introduces a novel verification technique that includes: i) monitoring legacy switch and host generated traffic at MHL and ii) validating the existence of legacy switches contained in an MHL. This paper presents the prototype implementation of Hybrid-Shield over a real SDN controller. The experimental evaluation is performed with the mininet virtual network emulation. Our evaluation shows that Hybrid-Shield is capable of detecting MHL fabrication attacks in real-time with high accuracy. Hybrid-Shield’s performance evaluation shows that it is lightweight at the controller as it causes less overhead and requires no additional functionalities at the SDN controller for deployment.
A Physician-Driven Quality Improvement Stewardship Intervention Using Lean Six Sigma Improves Patient Care for Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Authors: Monday Lea M. , Yazdanpaneh Omid , Sokolowski Caleb , Chi Jane , Kuhn Ryan , Bazzy Kareem , Dhar Sorabh
Published: June 2021

Introduction

The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recommends a minimum of 5 days of antibiotic therapy in stable patients who have community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). However, excessive duration of therapy (DOT) is common. Define, measure, analyze, improve, and control (DMAIC) is a Lean Six Sigma methodology used in quality improvement efforts, including infection control; however, the utility of this approach for antimicrobial stewardship initiatives is unknown. To determine the impact of a prospective physician-driven stewardship intervention on excess antibiotic DOT and clinical outcomes of patients hospitalized with CAP. Our specific aim was to reduce excess DOT and to determine why some providers treat beyond the IDSA minimum DOT.

Methods

A single-center, quasi-experimental quality improvement study evaluating rates of excess antimicrobial DOT before and after implementing a DMAIC-based antimicrobial stewardship intervention that included education, prospective audit, and feedback from a physician peer, and daily tracking of excess DOT on a Kaizen board. The baseline period included retrospective CAP cases that occurred between October 2018 and February 2019 (control group). The intervention period included CAP cases between October 2019 and February 2020 (intervention group).

Results

A total of 123 CAP patients were included (57 control and 66 intervention). Median antibiotic DOT per patient decreased (8 versus 5 days; p < 0.001), and the proportion of patients treated for the IDSA minimum increased (5.3% versus 56%; p < 0.001) after the intervention. No differences in mortality, readmission, length of stay, or incidence of Clostridioides difficile infection were observed between groups. Almost half of the caregivers surveyed were aware that as few as 5 days of antibiotic treatment could be appropriate.

Conclusions

A physician-driven antimicrobial quality improvement initiative designed using DMAIC methodology led to reduced DOT and increased compliance with the IDSA treatment guidelines for hospitalized patients with CAP reduced without negatively affecting clinical outcomes.
Development of engineering calculation
methods of a vibration isolation mechanism with stiffness compensation of the
main elastic element
Authors: Glushkov S. P. , Pudovkin Yu.A.
Published: June 2021

The design and verification calculation of the vibration-isolating mechanism of a pneumatic riveting hammer with stiffness
compensation of the main elastic element is devoted. Graphs of the frequency response and amplitude-stiffness
characteristics are given. Conclusions about the effectiveness of the vibration-isolating mechanism are made.
Anecessary additions
to GOST 21495—76 “Basing and bases in mechanical engineering, terms and
definitions"
Authors: Melnikov A.S. , Tamarkin M.A. , Tyshchenko E.E.
Published: June 2021

Additional terms are proposes, the use of which will avoid ambiguous interpretation of rules of selection of technological
bases and quantify the achieved accuracy of installation of a part in a product or billets in a technological system.
15 años de estudios de género y turismo en América Latina: Una radiografía del género como categoría de estudio
Authors: Díaz Carrión Isis Arlene
Published: June 2021

Han pasado más de 15 años desde la publicación del primer artículo de género y turismo en América Latina; por ello, a través de un análisis bibliométrico de los artículos, en las bases de datos Redalyc, Latindex y Scielo, se analizan las implicaciones teóricas, metodológicas y prácticas más relevantes de dichos trabajos. Actualmente los estudios de género y turismo se encuentran aún en proceso de introducción; se analizan diversas acciones para promover su desarrollo y consolidación en la región. Como acciones clave aparecen la generación de análisis críticos y la construcción de redes de colaboración, tanto a nivel regional como internacional.
EXTENT OF PARTICIPATION OF RURAL WOMEN IN FISHING COMMUNITY: APPROACHES TOWARD SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD
Authors: Fedelyn S. Ibarra
Published: June 2021

Women’s contribution to small-scale fishing community is often unrecognized and the real benefits from their involvement in activities are not objectively assessed. This qualitative research study focuses on the women’s participation in fishing community in Aklan. The findings revealed that in most fishing activities, women’s role is significant. Women’s participation in fishing includes: net mending, sorting fish, fish vending, trading and market retailing and processing and preservation. Women also have been found directly involved in preparing cage and maintenance, procuring good quality seed, and stocking. Some women are also found to be selling fish on their own, and most vend by the public market and streets. Fishing is an occupation dominated by men because of the image that only men go to sea in their fishing boats. In most cases, women in fishing communities are not allowed to go with the fishing vessels, but this prohibition is tied mostly to the need for them to remain within the premises of the household so they can attend to their designated responsibilities in the home. Due to this, they have little direct involvement in fish capture. However they are involved in shell and fry gathering/gleaning, spear fishing in rivers, reef fishing using scoop nets, traps and fish baskets, all of which tend to be near-shore activities. Women’s participants’ family income has increased which is mostly used for food, health, and education as a very important positive aspect of change. Women’s participation in fishing community, according to the findings, ensures certain extent of social and economic empowerment in the rural societies. However, they expressed that they would like to sustain through bank and NGO loan, local moneylender and petty cash personal savings.
KEY WORDS: Fishing Community, Income, Participation, Rural Women, Sustainable Livelihood
Performing «Polishness»
Authors: Wilmer S.E.
Published: June 2021

This article is a review of Dariusz Kosiński’s Performing Poland: Rethinking Histories and Theatres (Aberystwyth 2019). The author points out that the book is an attempt at introducing several centuries of Polish theatre and performance to an international reader. It is divided into five sections which overlap chronologically, altogether creating a comprehensive presentation of Polish theatre. These sections are: theatre of festivities, theatre of fundamental questions, national theatre, political theatre, and theatre of the cultural metropolis. The author, however, draws attention to a problematic issue in Kosiński’s approach. Throughout the book he emphasizes the role of theatre and performance in asserting Polish national identity while ignoring the complex, multi-faceted character of any national identity.
Вплив методики визначення на величину структуруючої здатності мінеральних порошків
Authors: Оксак С.В.
Published: June 2021

Визначено структуруючу здатність мінеральних порошків із сировини різного походження за методиками, наведеними в ДСТУ 8772:2018 та EN 13179-1:2013. Оцінено вплив дійсної густини мінеральних порошків на величину їх структуруючої здатності. Порівняно результати структуруючої здатності мінеральних порошків, визначеної за різними методиками.
Vers une Amélioration de la Prestation de Services de Santé pour les Franco-Ontariens
Authors: Doucet Pascale-Anne M. , Gorham Robyn , Hunt Elena
Published: June 2021

Despite Canada’s linguistic duality status, the francophone community continues to be neglected by the country's authorities. More specifically, the limited scope and access to health services offered to francophones in Ontario pose a serious threat to this population. Facilities providing health services continue to ignore existing health care policies. This situation imposes several actions at the federal, legislative and community levels necessary to ensure the bilingual guarantee promised to the Canadian population. Among these, we must increase the Francophone presence in decision-making groups to ensure the design and establishment of health programs and services focused on the unique and distinct needs of Franco-Ontarians. Moreover, federal financial commitment to Francophone community organizations is essential in order to provide more health services in French, especially in northern and rural communities in the province. Finally, government funding for future research on the health of Francophones is necessary since this will serve as a solid basis for determining how to better serve this population. To achieve this, we would have to consider lobbying, encouraging institutions that provide health services to obtain their bilingual designation, and updating the French Language Services Act. However, by continuing inaction, Franco-Ontarians risk becoming assimilated into the rest of the population, wasting away and seeing their health deteriorating. This article seeks in particular to point out the need to improve the delivery of health services in French in Ontario.
ANALISIS PENGARUH GAYA HIDUP, BRAND DAN PERSEPSI HARGA TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN DI TOKO BOZE VAPE STORE KARTASURA
Authors: Shodzikin Rodzi , Rahmawan Ginanjar
Published: June 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan untukimengetahui pengaruh gayaihidup, brand merek dan persepsi hargaiterhadap keputuan pembelianidi toko boze Vape Store Kartasura. Populasiipenelitian ini adalahiseluruh konsumen vape di toko Boze vape store Kartasura. Sampel penelitianiini berjumlah 50 orang. Teknik sampling penelitian ini menggunakan accidental sampling. Analisa data penelitian ini menggunakan uji analisa regresi linier berganda yang diolah menggunakan program Statistical Package fori Social Science i(SPSS). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan hasil bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara gaya hidup dengan keputusan pembelian, dengan nilai p<0.05. Terdapat hubungan brand merek dengan keputusan pembelian, dengan nilai p<0.05.iTerdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara persepsi harga dengan keputusan pembelian, dengan nilai p<0.05.
Important Visual Skills in Sports and Introduction to Sports Vision
Authors: Gupta Rishabh
Published: June 2021

Sport can be defined as a physical activity involving large muscle groups, requiring strategic methods, physical training and mental preparations and whose outcome is determined within in a rule, and by skill, not by chance. Specific sports demand specific visual skills as per its requirements and present new challenges under different conditions. Aiming and Anticipation are the basic vision requirements of every individual sports but these two skills can share different proportion according to different sports. The two factors that plays an important role in improved sports performance are Visual acuity and Contrast sensitivity.
The role of beta-glucans in combined therapy of patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis
Authors: Naumova Olga A. , Gogunska Inna V. , Smagina Tetyana V. , Nesterchuk Vladislav I. , Kholodenko Tetiana Yu.
Published: June 2021

Topicality: Beta-glucans are a group of biologically active polysaccharides of natural origin with a proven pleiotropic immunomodulatory effect. In vitro experiments as well as animal and human clinical studies proved the importance of beta-glucans in the treatment and prevention of allergic diseases. This opens up new prospects for the use of this widespread and popular group of natural substances.
Aim: to investigate whether the addition of "Bewell®" can alleviate the symptoms of seasonal AR in children
sensitized to ragweed during flowering and improve their quality of life.
Materials and methods: The study involved 30 patients (12 girls, 18 boys) aged from 6 to 12 years with a verified diagnosis of seasonal allergic rhinitis. Clinical manifestations of rhinoconjunctivitis were evaluated according to T5SS scale, quality of life (QOL) – according to Paediatric Rhinoconjunctivitis Quality of Life Questionnaire (PRQLQ).
Results: The study found that administration of "Bewell®" in the complex therapy of seasonal allergic rhinitis significantly reduced rhinoconjunctival manifestations (p<0.001). The surveyed patients reduced consumption of antihistamines. After a treatment course, a decrease in the PRQLQ score was detected for such parameters as: irritability, need to wake up at night due to nasal congestion, need to take medications to relieve AR symptoms such as antihistamines or inhaled corticosteroids, which indicated an increase in the quality of life of patients after the therapy.
The use of a complex of parameters to evaluate the therapy effectiveness showed that the use of beta-1,3/1,6-glucan ("Bewell®") is promising for reducing AR symptoms in children, leading to their rapid regression, improving the quality of life and effective relief of AR symptoms. Administration of "Bewell®" reduces the need for concomitant therapy and helps to reduce the drug load.
Ways to increase compliance in patients with acute otitis externa
Authors: Semenyuk Oleksandr O. , Moskalyk Oksana Ye.
Published: June 2021

Topicality: The problem of diagnosis and treatment of otitis externa (OE) has been posed to doctors for a long time, and until the discovery of antibiotics (AB) and antifungal drugs (AFD) remained unresolved. OE can affect up to 10% of people at different periods of their lives, manifesting itself in the form of acute OE (AOE) in 95% of cases after the age of 2 years. There is a reduction in the number of patients admittance to the ENT specialist with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining the structure of the pathology, where AOE - in the top three of frequency. At the same time, there are a reports of an increasing amount of AOE cases in patients with COVID-19.
Aim: To evaluate the dynamics of pain, the need for additional analgesia, systemic antibacterial therapy (ABT) or topical antifungal therapy (TAT), the level of compliance in patients with AOE in empirical treatment with a complex drug «Candibiotic» in comparison with protocol treatment.
Material and methods: The study included adults and children from 2 years of age with a diagnosis of AOE: 30 patients in the main (17 adults, 13 children) and 25 patients in the control (15 adults, 10 children) groups. Patients in the main group as a basic treatment received topical ear drops «Candibiotic». Patients in the control group received protocol treatment. If necessary, patients were additionally prescribed analgesic therapy (ibuprofen in the appropriate dose), systemic ABT or TAT. For subjective pain asses, a visual analog scale (VAS) was used. Compliance was assessed using the Morisky-Green questionnaire. The obtained results were processed by common statistical methods.
Results and discussion: In the main group of patients receiving «Candibiotic», there were fewer needs for additional systemic analgesia, systemic ABT, no one needed additional TAT. Comparison of the obtained results (percentage) in the form of arbitrary tables using the chi-squared test established that the relationship between factor and performance traits is not statistically significant (p>0.05). The mean compliance score between the two study groups differed significantly as a whole and separately between the groups of adults and children (p<0.05).
Conclusion: In patients of adult and pediatric age with a diagnosis of AOE at the initial empirical appointment of the drug «Candibiotic» there was less need for additional analgesia, the appointment of systemic ABT and AFT. Such results did not differ statistically significantly from the results in adult and pediatric patients who were prescribed protocol treatment of AOE. Patients with «Candibiotic» monotherapy had a significantly higher average compliance score compared with the control group, especially among parents of children with AOE. The complex composition of ear drops «Candibiotic» contributes to a high adherence to treatment in patients, and the lack of an absolute analogue makes it the means of choice for the initial empirical treatment of AOE in adults and children over 2 years.
Factors Which Promoted The Interest Of The Selected Professionals In Jolo In Obtaining A Master’s Degree
Authors: Tandih Farrah Carlson L.
Published: June 2021

This research studied the factors which promoted the interest of the selected professionals in Jolo, Sulu in obtaining a master’s degree. The theory and explanation on interest of Silvia, Kashdan, and Berlyne were used to support the study.The study sought to answer the following questions: 1. What is the profile of the respondents in terms of age, gender, educational attainment, and occupation? 2. What are the factors which promoted the interest of the selected professionals in Jolo in obtaining a master’s degree? 3. What is the level of interest of the professionals in obtaining a master’s degree? 4. Is there significant difference among the factors which promoted the interest of the professionals in obtaining a master’s degree? 5. Is there any significant difference in the interest of the professionals according to their profile?The samples used in this study were the selected professionals in Jolo. They were thirty (30) respondents.The researcher used the following statistical treatment for the hypotheses:Percentage was used in the first question. Weighted mean was employed to treat the second and the third questions. The fourth question used the Friedman Test using the chi-square. The fifth question was analysed with the Kruskal-Wallis Test using chi-square.After the thorough analysis and interpretation of the data, these were the following results:The factors which promoted the interest of the selected professionals in Jolo were prospective rank and promotion, financial condition, aspiring for leadership, staying marketable, community, and a ladder to doctorate.There were ten (10) identified concepts of interest. These were the following: concentration to the lectures, awareness of new-found knowledge, curiosity to further learning, attention to oral reports, readiness in attending classes, willingness to comprehend lectures, eagerness to accomplish researches, enthusiasm to expand skills, keenness to explore broader education, and achievement of wisdom.The level of interest of the selected professionals in Jolo in obtaining a master’s degree in relation to the ten concepts of interest and the factors mentioned was high. In addition to this, their levels of interest in relation to the ten concepts of interest do not differ with each other in terms of their age, civil status, degree obtained, position, length of service, and income. However, in terms of gender, the male and female professionals differ only in their interests as to readiness in attending classes and keenness to broader education.
The Effectiveness Of Video And E-Booklet Media In Health Education On Improving The Knowledge Of Pregnant Women About The Pregnancy Danger Signs At Jetis 1 Public Health Center Of Bantul Regency
Authors: Widuri Yunita Wiwit , Margono Margono , Retnaningsih Yuliantisari
Published: June 2021

Background: Danger signs of pregnancy before causing complications can be detected early independently through learning media such as videos and e-booklets. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of video and e-booklet media in improving the knowledge of pregnant women about the danger signs of pregnancy

Methods: This study was conducted in December 2020-January 2021 at Jetis 1 Public Health Center, Bantul Regency and used the type of quasi-experimental research and pretest-posttest with control group design. The research subjects were pregnant women in the first, second and third trimesters as many as 24 people for each group. Sampling was collected using purposive sampling technique on respondents with the criteria of being willing to follow the research rules, there is no trouble in seeing/speaking/hearing, being capable to read and write. Respondents who resigned during the study, did not complete the questionnaire until the end and worked as health workers were not taken as research respondents. The measuring instrument used is a questionnaire that has been tested for validity and reliability. The data analysis used Wilcoxon test and Mann Whitney test

Results: The results of the analysis show that the two media have an effect on increasing the knowledge of pregnant women with p-value 0,000 for videos and p-value 0,000 for e-booklet

Conclusion: Video is more effective than e-booklet in improving the knowledge of pregnant women (p-value 0,031). Thus the video made by researchers can be used to provide health education about the danger signs of pregnancy
Cultural barriers towards women and youth entry to apiculture production in Maara Sub-County, Kenya
Authors: Gikunda Raphael Mwiti , Ooga Dennis Mongáre , Okiamba Irene Nyanchoka , Anyuor Samantha
Published: June 2021

The study adds to extension education knowledge by revealing cultural barriers inhibiting the uptake of apiculture enterprise among women and youths in Maara Sub-County, Kenya. Data were gathered from twenty-three smallholder farmers selected through purposive sampling based on gender and age from Maara Sub-county, Kenya. Data were collected through the use of structured interview schedule. The study revealed that women and youths’ participation in apicultural activities hindered by cultural restrictions which included taboos, inheritance, traditions, and attitudes. The taboos inhibiting female farmers from engaging in apicultural production were; forbidding women from climbing trees, sitting beehives in apiaries, and honey harvesting. Traditions such as the belief that apiculture is meant for elderly men discouraged youths and women entrant to the industry. Only interested and older sons from the farm families could inherit apiaries in the community. A majority of female and young farmers were blinded by the negative attitude they had towards the enterprise hence they could not participate. Even though apprenticeship was the main channel of equipping farmers with apicultural knowledge and skills, personal experiences and social gathering played a vital role. Few farmers also acquired knowledge through formal schooling. Cultural restrictions need to be eased to attract women and young farmers in apiculture production. Extension education would also enhance the adoption of the farm enterprise through dissemination of modern beekeeping technologies.
Importancia de la portada del New Yorker para interpretar la crisis del Covid19
Authors: Arroyo Almaraz Isidoro , Hernández de Miguel Paula , Liberal Ormaechea Sheila
Published: June 2021

Presentamos un trabajo de investigación empírico donde analizamos el uso de la ilustración en un medio concreto (The New Yorker) para contrastar el poder de transmisión del mensaje en un contexto muy concreto como es el de la pandemia mundial debido a la propagación de la covid-19. Metodología: Se ha llevado a acabo una triangulación metodológica combinando diversas técnicas y herramientas como la investigación documental, análisis descriptivo, focus group y análisis de contenido . Resultados: El análisis de 347 portadas revela que el elemento que varía de una publicación a otra es la ilustración.
Adamantans in the oils as the indexes of presence of oil source rocks in deep depths (Absheron archipelago, South Caspian depression)
Authors:   Institute of Oil and Gas, Azerbaijan Republic, Guliev I.S. , Maksakova O.P. ,   Institute of Oil and Gas, Azerbaijan Republic, Babaev F.R. ,   Azerbaijan Technical University, Nanajanova R.G. ,   Institute of Oil and Gas, Azerbaijan Republic, Javadova A.S. ,   Institute of Oil and Gas, Azerbaijan Republic, Martynova G.S. ,   Institute of Oil and Gas, Azerbaijan Republic
Published: June 2021

The distribution features of adamantans of С10-С14 composition and their role in petroleum genesis has been studied, the biomarkers, adamantine and its homologs identified in Absheron archipelago oils via the method of chromate-mass-spectrometry. The calculations by the chromato-mass-spectrometry data justified that the adamantine and its methyl-substituted compounds are located in the order of increase of their thermo-dynamic steadiness in the following way: 2-Mad > 1-Mad > 3-Mad > Ad, which, in its turn, justifies the genesis of adamantine in the oils via thermic transition of normal alkanes. A complex interpretation of geological-geochemical data allows to make conclusions on a probable bedding of oil sources rocks in deep depths (approximately 13 km or deeper) of South Caspian depression.
Oil spills and ecological risks evaluation
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry, Ismailova H.G. , Farzalizade Z.I. ,   Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry
Published: June 2021

The paper reviews and presents the data and classification of the emergency oil spills during its production and transportation. Eco-economic risks depending on the oil spill degree were calculated. Though in some cases these risks are insignificant, in the large-scale oil spills the consequences may be quite serious.
Long-term Dynamics of Economic Development of the Russian Arctic
Authors:   Luzin Institute for Economic Studies — Subdivision of the Federal Research Centre ", SEROVA Natalya A. ,   Kola Science Centre of the Russian Academy of Sciences",   (IES KSC RAS), Apatity, Russia
Published: June 2021

About a quarter of the world's natural gas and oil reserves are concentrated in the Arctic, which has led to increased interest of the world powers in this region in recent years. The Russian Federation has the greatest resource potential in this macro-region. This article examines the transformation of economic processes in the Russian Arctic. The relevance of the study is determined by the fact that in order to achieve the main goals and implement the tasks of the modern state Arctic policy of Russia, it is necessary to have a clear understanding of the features and patterns of economic processes taking place in this region. The author has analyzed the indicators characterizing some aspects of the economic development of the territories of the Russian Arctic in 1950–2018. According to the results of the analysis, three fundamentally different periods of the development of this region were identified: 1950–1990 — an intensive stage of economic development of the Arctic territories; 1990–1999 — the stage of market relations formation; from 2000 to the present — the stage of “redevelopment” of the Arctic. The main features of the economic development of the Arctic territories at each stage are shown. Conclusions concerning the tasks of the current stage of development are made. The assumption about the contemporary tendencies and the need to find new effective approaches to the management of the region is put forward.