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Assessment of information literacy skills among undergraduates of Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria
Authors: Akanbiemu Adetola A. , Idowu Zaccheaus
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to examine the information literacy skills of undergraduates of Bowen University , Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria. Specifically, the research aimed to identify how undergraduates acquire their information literacy skills, investigate the level of information literacy skills among undergraduates of Bowen University, and identify the challenges they face in acquiring these skills. A descriptive survey design was employed, and a sample of 210 undergraduates was selected using a multi sta ge sampling technique. Data was collected using a questionnaire titled " Assessment of Information Literacy Skills of Undergraduates Qustionnaire (AILSUQ) AILSUQ)" and analyzed using frequency , percentages, and linear regression. The study revealed that the majorit y of respondents acquired their information literacy skills through one on one consultations with librarians, assistance from colleagues, and library orientation. Additionally, the findings showed that respondents demonstrated a high level of information l iteracy skills. Challenges encountered by undergraduates included inadequate training time, insufficient learning equipment, and poor awareness of the information literacy program. Furthermore, the study found a significant difference in information litera cy skills between male and female undergraduate students. The study recommends that universities incorporate information literacy training into their curriculum to equip students with the necessary skills for effective use of electronic resources.
Influence of peer and technical supports on the ease-of-use of educational support systems among lecturers of library and information science in Nigerian universities
Authors: Akinde Taiwo Adetoun
Published: June 2024

The research investigated the influence of peer and technical supports on the ease-of-use of educational support systems among library and information science (LIS) lecturers in Nigerian universities. Literature relevant to the study were reviewed to relate past studies to the research. To guide data collection, descriptive survey design was adopted with the instrumentation of a questionnaire. A pre-test was carried out to improve on the reliability of the questionnaire which had a response rate of 72%. The data collected was analysed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Test of statistical significance was made at alpha 0.05. It was found that the lecturers were not well supported by their peers and the technical support staff in the use of educational support systems, hence, the difficulties they faced in the use of educational support systems. Peer and technical supports were found to have significant positive correlations and a significant and positive joint influence on the ease-of-use of educational support systems with a joint contribution of 10%. Analyses of their relative contributions to the prediction of ease-of-use revealed that, though, the two support factors contributed positively; only peer support contributed significantly. Therefore, to aid the lecturers in making an easy and seamless use of educational support systems, it was suggested that long-term collegial interaction and peer-coaching should be encouraged and training and support programmes designed to increase the ease-of-use of a wider range of educational support systems for quality and effective teaching practices. This research has application for LIS lecturers in other developing countries and for faculty in countries seeking to expand their programmes and educational outreaches into the developing world.
Intercultural competence in instructors of English as a Foreign Language
Authors: Sabando Moreira Maria Belen , Franco Catagua Jennifer Stefania , Villafuerte-Holguin Jhonny , Intriago Eder
Published: June 2024

This study aims to determine the evolution of the intercultural competence of English language instructors in Manta-Ecuador. It uses the postmodern paradigm and the mixed educational research approach. The participants are 311 instructors working in elementary educational public institutions. The instruments used are open-ended interviews, a survey, and contextualized observation. The results characterize the participants' perceptions of their intercultural competence and contrast with the interviews and teaching practice observations. The findings show high and medium knowledge and intercultural competencies levels. They emphasize the complex, multifaceted nature of intercultural competence and the contribution of training and teaching practice for developing instructors' professional profiles. It concludes that Ecuadorian EFL instructors report a weakness in their intercultural competence, situation that requires pedagogical support.
Women and Technology in Higher Education, A Case Study of the University of Nairobi, Faculty of Science and Technology
Authors: Monica A Agunda , Lewis N Ngesu , Jeremiah M Kalai
Published: June 2024

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) play a significant role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) both through their internal policies and by equipping students with necessary skills to address the 21st Century challenges. The 4th goal of SDGs which emphasizes on gender equality through provision of inclusive high-quality education for everyone. Studies confirm that increasing the number of women in digital jobs would increase the Gross Domestic Product – making it an economic booster. The paper aimed at reviewing literature on women and technology in higher education to establish the status of women in higher education in Kenya. The University of Nairobi, Faculty of Science and Technology was used as a Case Study by looking at the graduation outputs of Computer Science and related fields graduands in the last four years. The study found that, out of the 696 graduands, only 166 (24%) were females against 530 (76%) males in the last four years (from 2019 to 2022). This study recommends further research in education in order to understand the reasons behind this worrying phenomenon and recommend mitigation measures from forums such as African Women Study Centre and Women’s Economic Empowerment Hub, to inform policy.
Assessment of Implementation of Virtual Teaching and Learning among Vocational and Technical Education (VTE) Staff
Authors: IBIDAPO Abel Bamidele , OLATILU Aina Ayokunle , KEIFA Modinat Adeitan
Published: June 2024

This study discussed the implementation of virtual teaching and learning among VTE staff. The pandemic and security incites the lock down of schools which made students excess at home. Thusly, necessitate the introduction of virtual learning and teaching in schools to associate with the students by enabling teachers and students to get specific materials past course books, in various designs, and in habits that framework presence. Despite the meaning of virtual learning, it’s implementation among VTE staff was ruined on account of nonattendance of force supply, lacking resources for overhaul and stay aware of the sorts of stuff and workplaces, nonappearance of good methodology implementation, lukewarm viewpoints by the staff and students in the e-learning processes among others. It was in any case assumed that bringing virtual learning into teaching and learning in technical education make learning more students-centered. It enables helpful learning and animates extended students teachers correspondence. Subsequently, vocational teachers ought to be more careful and introduced to virtual learning to give the students the best direction, they should also ensure that they are Computer literate and be ready always, government should finance and partner the country locales particularly to a consistent electric system among others.
The Effects of Earnings Per Share and Dividend Per Share on Listed Banks’ Stock Prices in Nigeria
Authors: Oge Obioma Anthony , Olaoye Samuel A.
Published: June 2024

This research focuses on assessing the impact of DPS and EPS on listed banks’ share prices in Nigeria. The population of the research is all the twelve conventional banks listed on The Nigerian Stock Exchange. Data were collected from the annual reports of the banks, statistical bulletin and the Nigerian Stock Exchange’s publications. Panel data regression analysis was used to analyze the secondary data obtained. The findings show that DPS and EPS have significant positive impacts on the share prices of listed banks with positive coefficients of 14.65 and 1.02 respectively. It was found that the impacts of each of DPS and EPS were statistically significant. It was also found that the impact of DPS on the share prices of the listed banks was more than that of EPS. The study therefore recommends that directors of a listed bank in Nigeria should manage the bank’s EPS and DPS for their impact on the stock price.
AL-MAQDISI'S HISTORICAL PHILOSOPHY
Authors: ABBAS Nada Mousa
Published: June 2024

At the end of the fourth century AH / tenth century AD, Al-Mutahhar bin Tahir Al-Maqdisi, who died in 390 AH / 999 AD, completed his book “The Beginning and History” to present to us in its introduction his philosophical theory of history! Trying to find unity and union between philosophy and history! And revealing a philosophical characteristic in historical material, by trying to search behind historical events (local and global), diagnosing the causes (historical causality), and emphasizing the comprehensive view in writing history. Accordingly, the above book is considered one of the most important and prominent works of the Abbasid era, which in its explanation came close to what became known as the term _philosophy of history_, with the subject of contemplating the universe and its history, in addition to his other theories in the fields of knowledge and reason. This is because he departed from the usual classical approach to writing history, and did not limit the historical material to being merely a storehouse of historical knowledge that assists Islamic law, and is directed to the state system and the organization of its individuals. He intended to subject this material to his philosophical outlook, and to formulate laws that develop the process of studying history and scientific research. in it
Vulnerability and Resilience During Emergency Remote Teaching: Voices of Part-Time University English Language Teachers in Japan
Authors: Gough Wendy M. , Snyder Bill , Yanase Chiyuki , Skeates Colin
Published: June 2024

This book explores the profound impact of Emergency Remote Teaching (ERT) on part-time university English language teachers in Japan during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a blend of quantitative data and heartfelt personal narratives, the authors reveal the complex challenges faced by these educators—ranging from job insecurity to the rapid adoption of new teaching technologies. The initial chapters delve into the setup of the study, followed by detailed analyses of survey and interview data that underscore the vulnerability and resilience these teachers exhibited. As the pandemic forced a sudden shift to online education, the book examines how these teachers navigated their altered professional landscapes, balancing teaching responsibilities with personal and professional uncertainties. Part three of the book focuses on the voices of the participants, offering rich, first-person insights into their experiences during the first semester of ERT. The narrative deepens with participant interviews and personal reflections that illustrate the profound psychological impacts and the innovative coping strategies developed in response to the crisis. In concluding, the book addresses the future of educational practices, emphasizing the importance of institutional support and professional development in enhancing the resilience and effectiveness of part-time faculty. This comprehensive study not only highlights the immediate effects of the pandemic on educational practices but also serves as a crucial resource for understanding the ongoing needs and contributions of part-time teachers in higher education.
CONTRIBUTIONS OF LANDSCAPE CARTOGRAPHY TO A UNESCO WORLD GEOPARK PROJECT, IN THE NORTHEAST OF BRAZIL: THE “MONUMENTAL HISTORY” / CONTRIBUIÇÕES DA CARTOGRAFIA DAS PAISAGENS PARA UM PROJETO DE GEOPARQUE MUNDIAL DA UNESCO, NO NORDESTE DO BRASIL: O “SERTÃO MO
Authors: ANTÔNIO DANTAS MONTEIRO FELIPE , PINHEIRO MAIA RÚBSON , CARLOS BASTOS FREITAS LUÍS , FRANCISCO NEPOMUCENO MONTEIRO JUAN , LEITE MEIRA GOMES ELIOMARA
Published: June 2024

No estado do Ceará em 2019, surge um novo projeto de Geoparque Mundial da UNESCO, o “Sertão Monumental”, possuindo um complexo de paisagens graníticas semiáridas com um extraordinário campo de inselbergs e importantes geomorfossítios. O presente trabalho tem o objetivo de colaborar com os estudos para o desenvolvimento do Projeto Geoparque Sertão Monumental, através da aplicação da metodologia da Cartografia de Paisagens, proposta por Cavalcanti (2018). Como área de estudo, teve-se como foco o município de Quixadá-CE, que compõem o território do projeto de geoparque em questão. Na execução desta pesquisa foi realizado o levantamento de dados e o mapeamento de diversos aspectos naturais (tanto abióticos quanto bióticos), como geologia, geomorfologia, solos, hidrografia, vegetação, altimetria e outros, obtendo-se como resultado desta análise a elaboração do mapa dos tipos de paisagens existentes no município de Quixadá. Ao término deste estudo, foi possível alcançar uma compreensão mais profunda da interação entre os diversos elementos abióticos (geodiversidade) e bióticos (biodiversidade), que compõem a rica variedade paisagística de Quixadá.
THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER BASIN MANAGEMENT IN THE BRAZILIAN SEMI-ARID: A LOOK AT THE APODI-MOSSORÓ RIVER BASIN (RN) /
Authors: REGINA FARIAS DA SILVA MÁRCIA , DA SILVA DIAS NILDO , EZAU PEREIRA DE ARAÚJO DIÊGO , DUARTE DE ALMEIDA RENATA
Published: June 2024

A água é essencial para a vida humana e, durante muito tempo, passou a ser essencial para a sobrevivência, uma vez que a crise hídrica global coloca a água como uma questão de subsistência, pois a sua quantidade é invariável em todo o planeta. Este estudo teve por objetivo discutir a relação da água como fio conector entre todos os aspectos do desenvolvimento da sociedade e, a importância das bacias hidrográficas como unidade de planejamento na gestão dos recursos hídricos, visando a segurança hídrica. Foi adotada a abordagem qualitativa, com o uso da pesquisa bibliográfica e documental e busca por materiais foi realizada em plataformas acadêmicas digitais, na biblioteca do Laboratório de Ecologia Aplicada, do Departamento de Gestão Ambiental, Faculdade de Ciências econômicas da Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN). Ademais, foi realizada também uma pesquisa por títulos junto a Biblioteca Central da UERN. Os resultados apontam para o planejamento ambiental participativo, com a adoção dos comitês de gestão das águas, como orienta a legislação brasileira sobre recursos hídrico, bem como para os fortalecimentos das metas dos Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável, particularmente o 6, que trata da discussão da água limpa e do saneamento.
INVENTORY OF GEODIVERSITY AND GEOTURISTIC POTENTIAL OF TRAILS IN THE SERRA DE SÃO JOSÉ - MG – STRATEGY FOR THEIR GEOCONSERVATION / INVENTARIAÇÃO DA GEODIVERSIDADE E POTENCIAL GEOTURÍSTICO DE TRILHAS DA SERRA DE SÃO JOSÉ- MG– ESTRATÉGIA PARA A SUA GEOCON
Authors: ARAÚJO PRACZ DE FARIA ÂNGELA , CRISTIAN ROCHA LEONARDO
Published: June 2024

A Serra de São José está localizada na mesorregião do Campo das Vertentes em Minas Gerais sendo a maior formação natural da região, está circundada pelos municípios de Tiradentes, Coronel Xavier Chaves, Prados, Santa Cruz de Minas e São João Del Rei. O artigo mostra as potencialidades geoturísticas de 06 (seis) trilhas encontradas na Serra de São José, através do inventário de elementos representativos da geodiversidade da região, além de sugerir mecanismos que visem a utilização destas, em busca de interesse geológico e a divulgação de conhecimentos sobre o meio físico local aos visitantes. Como metodologia, foram feitos trabalhos de campo e aplicação de formulário LIG- Lugares de Interesse Geoconservacionista para levantamento de particularidades. Diante desta metodologia, pretendemos apresentar uma geodiversidade rica, bela e de grande valor científico, didático e turístico, sendo local propício para implantação de atividades geoturísticas e de geoconservação.
MAPPING THE RISK OF FLOODING ON THE COASTAL PLAIN OF THE STATE OF PIAUÍ / MAPEAMENTO DO RISCO DE INUNDAÇÃO DA PLANÍCIE COSTEIRA DO ESTADO DO PIAUÍ
Authors: CRISTINA OLIVEIRA FROTA JÉSSICA , SOUZA VALLADARES GUSTAVO , EDUARDO DE ABREU PAULA JORGE
Published: June 2024

Este estudo teve como objetivo o mapeamento das áreas de risco de inundação da Planície costeira do Piauí, com o intuito de constituir um instrumento de gestão para essas áreas. A área de estudo, localiza-se na porção norte do litoral piauiense e no nordeste setentrional do Brasil, apresentando uma linha de costa de 66 km. Esta abrange quatro municípios, sendo eles: Ilha Grande de Santa Isabel, Parnaíba, Luís Correia e Cajueiro da Praia. A metodologia empregada se fundamentou no conceito de ecodinâmica e no uso do geoprocessamento e sensoriamento remoto, onde foi realizada uma análise de multicritério baseada na média ponderada, estabelecendo pesos e notas para cada variável utilizada (Altimetria, declividade, geologia, geomorfologia e uso e cobertura). Os resultados destacaram a presença de cinco classes de risco a inundação, estas variando em diferentes graus que vão desde risco muito baixo a risco muito alto. Assim, notou-se que as áreas que apresentam altitudes mais elevadas destacadas em (tabuleiros costeiros e campos de dunas móveis) apresentaram risco muito baixo de inundação e já as áreas próximas a canais fluviais representam as áreas de maior risco de inundação. Com isso, viu-se que as técnicas de geoprocessamento e sensoriamento remoto foram bastante eficazes como instrumento de análise da pesquisa. Viu-se também a necessidade de uma melhor gestão dessas áreas, necessitando de um plano de manejo e políticas públicas que visem uma melhor administração dessas zonas.
CHARACTERIZATION AND GEOMORPHOLOGICAL MAPPING OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CARNAÚBA DOS DANTAS – RN, BRAZILIAN SEMI-ARID / CARACTERIZAÇÃO E MAPEAMENTO GEOMORFOLÓGICO DO MUNICÍPIO DE CARNAÚBA DOS DANTAS – RN, SEMIÁRIDO BRASILEIRO
Authors: JONATA MEDEIROS DA SILVA MAYKON , DOS SANTOS HILÁRIO DÊNIS , DO VALE LOPES DAVÍ
Published: June 2024

A análise integrada da paisagem e os avanços recentes dos Sistemas de Informação Geográfica (SIG) e do sensoriamento remoto (SR) vêm contribuindo significamente para os estudos de mapeamento geomorfológico. Apesar disso, o município de Carnaúba dos Dantas-RN, um ponto estratégico para recebimento de parques eólicos na região do Seridó, assim como dentre os 6 municípios englobados no núcleo de desertificação do Seridó, ainda carece de informações geomorfológicas. O objetivo deste trabalho foi realizar a caracterização e mapeamento geomorfológico do município de Carnaúba dos Dantas-RN, semiárido brasileiro. Foram realizadas atividades de campo e confecção de mapas em ambiente SIG. No mapeamento geomorfológico da área de estudo foram identificadas seis unidades de relevo (I – Chapadas; II – Planaltos e Serras; III - Superfície Sertaneja I; IV – Superfície Sertaneja II; V – Inselbergue; VI – Planícies e Terraços Fluviais). O mapeamento foi associado com os processos geomorfológicos, os fluxos hídricos e com os materiais da área de estudo, oferecendo informações relevantes para o planejamento e ordenamento territorial.
SEASONAL FLOODING AGRICULTURE IN THE NORTHEASTERN SEMI-ARID REGION: AN ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS IN THE LOWER COURSE SECTOR OF THE SITIÁ RIVER, BANABUIÚ-CE / AGRICULTURA DE VAZANTE NO SEMIÁRIDO NORDESTINO: UMA ANÁLISE DOS IMPACTOS AMBIENTAIS EM
Authors: ALMEIDA DA SILVA MAILSON , VITOR LOUREIRO CAROLINE , LÚCIA MOURA ANDRADE ANA
Published: June 2024

A presente pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar os impactos ambientais decorrentes da agricultura de vazante em setor do baixo curso do Rio Sitiá, Banabuiú-CE. Por meio de análise da evolução espaço- temporal da Área de Preservação Permanente (APP) do setor estudado; classificação dos usos do solo e da verificação das condições ambientais para a sugestão de ações mitigadoras. A pesquisa de natureza qualitativa se desenvolveu a partir de análise bibliográfica, técnicas de geoprocessamento e sensoriamento remoto para o levantamento dos usos e cobertura do solo na área de preservação permanente e de visitas técnicas para uma melhor observação das condições ambientais. O estudo evidenciou um intenso uso da área de várzea para o cultivo agrícola, pois a prática é comum no semiárido devido a escassez hídrica no período seco. No entanto, observou-se que alguns impactos ambientais são gerados pela agricultura de vazante. A ocupação do leito do Rio pelas plantações altera o fluxo de sedimentos e a dinâmica fluvial, além da supressão da mata ciliar que impacta na qualidade do ambiente e deixa o solo suscetível a processos erosivos. Para mitigação da problemática é necessário que haja um novo modelo agrícola, que seja praticado para além da Área de Preservação Permanente (APP) e que ocorra em consonância com as fragilidades do ambiente.
KART GEOMORPHOLOGY IN THE CAVERNAS DE MARTINS NATURAL MONUMENT, BRAZILIAN SEMI-ARID / GEOMORFOLOGIA CÁRSTICA NO MONUMENTO NATURAL CAVERNAS DE MARTINS, SEMIÁRIDO BRASILEIRO
Authors: DOS SANTOS HILÁRIO DÊNIS , DO VALE LOPES DAVI
Published: June 2024

O termo carste é amplamente utilizado associado ao processo de dissolução em rochas carbonáticas, porém, atualmente, também é aceito para o processo de dissolução em diferentes tipos de rochas, como evaporitos, quartzitos, arenitos, entre outros. No semiárido brasileiro existe uma carência de estudos associados à dissolução em mármore. O objetivo deste trabalho foi fazer uma caracterização da geomorfologia cárstica no Monumento Natural Cavernas de Martins, no semiárido brasileiro. Realizou-se pesquisa bibliográfica sobre a temática. Realizou-se atividades de campo no município de Martins-RN, com ênfase na caverna denominada “Casa de Pedra”. Realizou-se identificações e descrições das feições cársticas. Realizou-se a confecção de mapas em ambiente SIG, com uso do software QGIS. A criação da unidade de conservação foi um importante passo em direção à geoconservação da área, a publicação do plano de manejo por parte do IDEMA é urgente para que ações futuras se deem de maneira consorciada com o desenvolvimento sustentável. Existe uma urgência na preservação das formas cársticas encontradas na MONA Martins. As cavernas representam um importante sítio de interesse científico, com feições singulares para o contexto regional que auxiliam no entendimento da evolução e gênese de relevos cársticos, bem como nas mudanças ambientais experimentadas na região ao longo do tempo geológico.
ANALYSIS OF SOIL ATTRIBUTES AT CEMITÉRIO GULLY ON THE HYDROGRAPHIC BASIN OF TIBIRI, SÃO LUÍS/MARANHÃO / ANÁLISE DOS ATRIBUTOS DO SOLO DA VOÇOROCA CEMITÉRIO NA BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DO RIO TIBIRI, SÃO LUÍS/MARANHÃO
Authors: LISBOA GILBERLENE , ANDRADE LUCIANO ARANHA , BEZERRA JOSÉ FERNANDO RODRIGUES
Published: June 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar os atributos dos solos em área de voçorocamento na bacia hidrográfica do rio Tibiri, em São Luís/MA, especificamente a voçoroca Cemitério. Os procedimentos metodológicos constaram de: levantamento bibliográfico; trabalho de campo; elaboração dos mapas temáticos; e análise no laboratório. As análises dos atributos do solos coletados na voçoroca foram realizadas considerando as seguintes propriedades: densidade do solo, densidade de partículas, porosidade total, granulometria, e M.O. Nessa voçoroca a densidade do solo (Ds) variou entre 1,70 a 1,91 g/cm³, a densidade de partículas variou entre os limites 2,63 g/cm³ na a 2,94g/cm³, em relação à porosidade, o menor valor é de 28% encontrada na amostra e o maior valor foi encontrado  de 36%., sua M.O entre 0,06 % à 3%, e classe textural arenosa e franco arenosa. A análise das propriedades físicas dos solos se faz de grande importância no estudo dos processos erosivos, pois a partir desta, o diagnóstico da intensidade do processo pode ser averiguada.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRAGILITY AND SOIL LOSSES IN THE RIO DOS CACHORROS WATER BASIN /FRAGILIDADE AMBIENTAL E PERDAS DE SOLOS NA BACIA HIDROGRÁFICA DO RIO DOS CACHORROS, SÃO LUÍS – MA
Authors: DE QUEIROZ RIBEIRO DELONY DE QUEIROZ , FUSHIMI MELINA , AUGUSTO MARQUES DOS SANTOS CAIO , FERNANDO RODRIGUES BEZERRA José
Published: June 2024

Dentre os processos de degradação ambiental, a expansão das áreas urbanas e a mineração remove a cobertura vegetal, proporcionando processos erosivos acelerados e perdas de solos nas bacias hidrográficas, afetando o equilíbrio ecológico, a qualidade de vida das pessoas e a sustentabilidade dessas áreas. Nesse sentido, o presente artigo possui como objetivo analisar a fragilidade ambiental e as perdas de solos na bacia hidrográfica do rio dos Cachorros, situada no município de São Luís, estado do Maranhão. Em ambiente de Sistemas de Informação Geográfica (SIG), foi elaborado o mapa de fragilidade ambiental a partir das variáveis curvaturas da superfície, declividade, solos, unidades de relevo e uso e cobertura da terra. Os valores de perdas de solos pela erosão laminar foram determinados a partir da adaptação dos índices de cada componente da Equação Universal de Perdas de Solos (EUPS). Trabalhos de campo foram realizados para o reconhecimento das características ambientais, dinâmica dos processos erosivos e reambulação das informações mapeadas. Os resultados apontaram que 26% da área de pesquisa possui fragilidade ambiental forte, caracterizada por curvatura de superfície côncava, declividades que variam de 20 a 45%, presença de Neossolos Quartzarênicos e solo exposto aos agentes erosivos. Complementarmente, os setores que apresentaram as maiores perdas de solos por erosão laminar foram as áreas de solo exposto (associada à mineração), com valores superiores a 200 t.ha-1 ano-1, onde também foram verificados processos erosivos lineares.
Stability-Indicating RP-HPLC Method Development, Qbd Optimization and Validation for assessing Related Impurities in Labetalol Hydrochloride bulk and injectable form
Authors: U Ajith
Published: June 2024

The Current study aimed to develop and validate a reliable Reverse Phase High- Performance Liquid Chromatography (RP-HPLC) method for the quantification of Labetalol Hydrochloride and its related substances by using design of Experiments (DoE). The mobile phase A consists of Phosphate buffer (pH 3.7) (100 %) and the mobile phase B consist of Acetonitrile (100 %). The UV detector wavelength was 230 nm. The total run time was 60 minutes and flow rate was 0.8ml/min. Various parameters such as linearity, precision, accuracy, specificity, robustness, ruggedness, solution stability, Forced degradation, limit of detection, limit of quantification and system suitability were thoroughly evaluated according to USP guidelines. The method exhibited excellent linearity over the concentration range of 0.000258 to 0.003096 mg/ml with a correlation coefficient (r2) of 0.999, The Method precision ( % RSD) were found to be within acceptable limits. Accuracy studies revealed that the method was accurate with recovery values within the range of 99.6 % to 102.5 %. The method demonstrated high specificity, as indicated by the resolution of Labetalol Hydrochloride peak from potential impurities. Robustness and Ruggedness testing confirmed the method ability to produce consistent results under slight variations in chromatographic conditions. Furthermore, system suitability parameters such as resolution, tailing factor, and theoretical plates met the acceptance criteria, ensuring the method suitability for routine analysis. Overall, the developed RP-HPLC method proved to be accurate, precise, specific, and robust for the quantitative determination of Labetalol Hydrochloride in pharmaceutical formulations, thereby offering a valuable tool for quality control in pharmaceutical industries.
A review of an alzheimer's disease and pharmacological activity of heterocyclic derivatives for ad management
Authors: MART E. JOEL
Published: June 2024

The brain disease category includes Alzheimer's disease, which is brought on by the destruction of brain nerve cells. The neurons that are necessary for cognitive function and normal human functioning are the first to suffer damage in Alzheimer's disease. Memory, verbal, and cognitive issues were all new to the affected person; the brain alterations that produce them are believed to start 20 years or more before symptoms appear. The influence of Alzheimer's disease on public health is discussed in this article, along with its prevalence and incidence, mortality and morbidity, care usage, expenses, and overall effect on family carers. The particular focus for examining the patient's journey from awareness of cognitive modification to potential treatment with a course of drugs that change the core biology of Alzheimer’s. Currently, only a few authorized drug classes,including N-methyl-d-aspartate antagonists and cholinesterase enzyme inhibitors, are available to treat illness. Only the symptoms of AD may be effectively treated with these drugs; the illness is neither cured nor prevented by them. We aim to investigate potent therapies capable of reversing or ameliorating AD. The main goal of this review is to study the pathophysiology, pharmacological action, and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Furthermore, heterocyclic compounds are the fundamental building blocks for novel pharmaceuticals.
Effectiveness 0f Behavioural Counselling for A Healthy Lifestyle Among Administrative Staff to Prevent Coronary Artery Disease
Authors: Joshi Mamta
Published: June 2024

Background& Aims: Coronary artery disease is a blood vessel disorder that consists of a common form of atherosclerosis. In Coronary heart disease, arteries become narrowed or blocked due to atherosclerosis develops in the blood vessel of the heart. With the Objective to assess the effectiveness of behavioural counselling for a healthy lifestyle among administrative staff to prevent coronary artery disease and to find out the association between demographic variables, awareness, and practice score was carried out. Materials and Methods: A pre-experimental design with one group pre test and the post-test method was selected for the study. A total of 110 administrative staff were selected by using a consecutive sampling technique. Self-administered coronary risk status assessment of normal adults, Self-structured Awareness Questionnaire Regarding the Healthy Lifestyle, Self-reported health behavior practice checklist was used for data collection. Counselling is given to the participants to adopt a healthy lifestyle for the prevention of coronary artery disease. Result: The study revealed that the majority 81% of participants were at moderate risk of coronary artery disease, the mean awareness of healthy lifestyle score of administrative staff was 10.6 ± 2.3, after intervention it was increased by 2.2 units. The effectiveness of behavioural counselling regarding healthy lifestyle practice of administrative staff for prevention of coronary artery disease was 18.9 ± 3.3, after intervention it was increased by 1.5 units, therefore, it could be inferred that behavioural counselling was beneficial in healthy lifestyle practice on study participants. Conclusion: The study concluded that the majority of participants were at moderate risk for developing coronary artery disease. Healthy lifestyle counselling enhanced awareness of the people who are having a sedentary lifestyle for the prevention of coronary artery disease.
Adherence to hemodialysis and factors affecting Quality of life (QOL) among End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients
Authors: Lata Suman
Published: June 2024

Introduction: End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is becoming a global health problem for everyone and it has two main leading causes Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus. The main treatments for ESRD are hemodialysis, renal transplant and conservative treatment. There were lot many factors that directly affect the Quality of Life (QOL) of ESRD patients and non-adherence to the regimen as missed hemodialysis sessions was a sign of poor compliance. The present study aimed to assess the adherence to hemodialysis & factors affecting QOL among patients with ESRD Method: A quantitative research approach and descriptive research design were used to conduct with 116 ESRD patients, purposive sampling technique was used and the study data was collected by interview method by administering three tools i.e. Sociodemographic data, a structured questionnaire on adherence to hemodialysis and standardized WHOQOL-BREF for assessing QOL. Result: The findings suggested that 87.1% of ESRD patients didn’t miss their hemodialysis session/treatment. The mean and standard deviation of the Physical Health domain of QOL was computed as (45.24 ±17.901) which was lowest among other three domains as psychological domain, Social Relationship and environmental domain. Physical domain of QOL with age in years (P=0.006), gender (P =0.018) and psychological domain of QOL with gender (P =0.031) were significant at the level of (P˂0.05). Conclusion: It was concluded that patients adhered to hemodialysis treatment but their quality of life was poor in the physical domain.
Effectiveness of discharge teaching regarding post-mastectomy care on self-care practice and arm lymphedema among patients with breast cancer.
Authors: Manger Sarina Rana
Published: June 2024

Background: Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. Simple mastectomy and modified radical mastectomy are the preferred surgery to treat breast cancer. Patients undergone mastectomy experience arm lymphedema symptoms which affects their physiological as well as psychological well-being. The main objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of discharge teaching regarding post mastectomy care on self-care practice and arm lymphedema among patients with breast cancer undergone mastectomy. Methods: Quantitative research approach with quasi-experimental time series design was used in this study. Fifty-two patients with breast cancer were selected by consecutive sampling technique. Baseline data on self care practice and arm lymphedema symptoms were collected on 1st post operative day. Day-wise intervention on post mastectomy care was taught and practiced by patients from 1st to 7th post operative days regarding wound care, precautions related to operated arm, dietary measures and post mastectomy exercise. On the 7th post operative day i.e., on the day of discharge from hospital post-test one was done and data on self-care practice, arm lymphedema symptoms and arm circumference measurement were collected. Patients were provided with booklet on post mastectomy care. On the 15th post operative day i.e., on the day of first follow-up post test two was done. Result: The result revealed that at pre-test patient had below average self care practice score and also experienced various arm lymphedema symptoms such as arm heaviness, arm tightness, pain, edema and limited upper arm movement. Post intervention on 15th post-operative day participant’s self-care practice score and arm movement was improved and arm lymphedema symptoms were reduced. Conclusion: Discharge teaching regarding post mastectomy care was effective in improving self-care practice and reducing arm lymphedema in patients with breast cancer underwent mastectomy.
Green Technology Strategy for Bioremediation of Dairy Effluent for Production of Lipid Byproducts
Authors: Dhillon Nisha
Published: June 2024

Considerable research endavors are currently in progress exploring Using different types of microalgae for purifying dairy wastewate, aiming to contribute to the waste-to-bioproducts economy. Numerous studies have primarily concentrated on removing essential nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen from dairy wastewater through microalgae-based treatment methods. Microalgae exhibit a dual functionality, serving both as effective bioremediation and prolific producers of valuable components including lipids, proteins, pigments, antioxidants, and vitamins. Among these compounds, microalgal lipids are versatile in applications across human health, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels. This current review hunts into the pivotal role of microalgae in offering a promising solution for dairy effluent treatment, while also serving as a nutrient reservoir for production of biomass and the accumulation of lipids, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), carotenoids (pigments), and oxylipins (oxygenated PUFAs). These accumulated compounds hold substantial potential for the production of biodiesel and other commercially viable products. The advancement of technologies related to biohydrogen production, systems biology, and algal trans genomics is advocated for a comprehensive approach towards sustainable development in this domain.
Reliable Quantification of Rebamipide: Validated UV-Spectrophotometry Approach for Bulk and Pharmaceutical Formulations
Authors: Nautiyal Ujjwal
Published: June 2024

A novel ultraviolet (UV) method, distinguished by its rapidity, sensitivity, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness, was prepared for the quantification of Rebamipide in both scaleup and pharmaceutical formulations. The absorbance of Rebamipide was measured relatively in ethanol at a new wavelength (λmax 325). The method demonstrated a linearity range spanning from 5 to 60 μg/ml, with a regression equation represented as relative absorbance 0.016x concentration in μg/ml + 0.1621, and a regression coefficient of 0.998. Validation procedures were conducted per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) specifications, affirming the method's accuracy, precision, and reproducibility (relative standard deviation <2.0%). This criterion is effective for the estimation of Rebamipide across various dosage forms, yielding results in alignment with label claims. Its validation provides a prompt, cost-effective, and accurate approach to assess Rebamipide potency and consistency in pharmaceutical products, thereby enhancing healthcare standards and ensuring patient safety.
Applications and Conservation of the Lilium polyphyllum
Authors: Kumari Rupali
Published: June 2024

Natural remedies for treating illnesses were sought after by ancient humans, who employed animals and plants with therapeutic powers out of instinct. Plants were utilized for prevention and therapy up until iatrochemistry was discovered in the 16th century as human understanding increased. People have sought out medicines throughout history to relieve ailments and reduce suffering. Out of eight ashtvarga plants, Lilium polyphyllum is a herbaceous, bulbous herbal medication used in traditional, conventional, and modern medical systems to treat a variety of physiological conditions. It is a significant source of many compound types with a variety of chemical structures and medicinal effects. Present review is compilation of immense medicinal potential of the plant with information on its habit, habitat and conservation status.
Experimental Validation Of Nanotechnology-Enhanced Bio-Filters For Sustainable Wastewater Treatment
Authors: Dhasmana Archna
Published: June 2024

In the current scenario, the contamination of aquatic bodies is global issue due to the presence of wide range of toxic contaminants such as; pathogenic microbes, pharmaceuticals, organic contaminants, pesticides and heavy metals. If not treated properly, these contaminants impose a deleterious impact on human health and the environment. Nano-biochar synthesis from waste agricultural biomass having activated nanoparticles may be employed to entrap and adsorb the contaminants such as heavy metals and remove the pathogenic microbes. Therefore, in this study, the synthesis of nano-char from pineapple peels and subsequent integration with charcoal and chicken feather as layer-by layer deposition system at different ratios. The contaminated water sample filtered was treated through the fabricated filter and treated water collected at different intervals to determine their purification efficiency such as TDS, Conductivity, pH, bacterial count and heavy metal concentration. Results revealed that the nano-composite biofilter consisting of agro-waste, charcoal and chicken feather (4%) possessed high adsorption capacity of heavy metals, prolonged anti-microbial activity. Additionally, the nano-composite biofilter was capable of significantly reducing the TDS, pH and conductivity upto 27.3mg/l, 7.11 and 53μS/m respectively in the treated water. Thus, the nano composite bio-filter may be employed as cost-effective materials for the treatment of waste water at small scale to large scale water treatment plants with simultaneous recycling of the agro-waste to reduce the environmental pollution.
Evaluation of Triphala Churna by different physicochemical parameters
Authors: Agrawal Isha
Published: June 2024

Triphala, a revered herbal blend within Ayurvedic tradition, has attracted widespread interest for its multifaceted roles in promoting digestive health, detoxification, and overall well- being, alongside its prevalent inclusion in diverse Ayurvedic formulations. This study undertakes a detailed examination of individual Triphala fruit and Triphala Churna, employing a range of pharmaceutical parameters to evaluate its quality, safety, and potential health benefits comprehensively. Through scrutiny of key parameters such as phytochemical composition, physical and chemical properties, and microbial contamination, a comprehensive understanding of Triphala’s therapeutic potential is elucidated. The analysis not only sheds light on its inherent pharmaceutical attributes but also reinforces its relevance and efficacy within Ayurvedic practice. By delving into Triphala’s intricate molecular profile, structural integrity, safety profile, and antioxidant capacity, this study provides valuable insights into therapeutic mechanisms, by comparing individual Triphala fruits and Triphala Churna.
On Gohar Fractional Calculus
Authors: Gohar Abdelrahman , Younes Mayada , Doma Salah
Published: June 2024

Recently, Gohar et al. introduced a novel, local, and well-behaved fractional calculus. It possesses all the classical properties, and Its locality imposes simplicity and accuracy in modeling fractional order systems. In this article, we further develop the definitions and extend the classical properties of Gohar fractional calculus to address some of the open problems in Calculus. The fractional Gronwall's integral inequality, Taylor power series expansion, and Laplace transform are defined and applied to overcome some of the limitations in the classical integer-order calculus. The fractional Laplace transform is applied to solve Bernoulli-type logistic and Bertalanffy nonlinear fractional differential equations, and the criteria under which it can be applied to solve linear differential equations are investigated.
Gohar Fractional Effect on the Diatomic structure and Ro-vibrational Spectroscopy in the Molecular Kratzer Model
Authors: Gohar Abdelrahman , Abdel-Khalek Mona , Yaqut Ahmed , Younes Mayada , Doma Salah
Published: June 2024

Solving Schrödinger equation (SE) for the wavefunction and binding energy levels of the diatomic molecular system is essential for modeling its structure and analyzing its spectral properties, as the complete wave function inherently involves all the necessary information to analyze its physical properties, while the obtained energy levels reveal its spectroscopic characteristics. In this work, the Nikiforov-Uvarov (NU) analytical method is brought into the domain of Gohar fractional calculus (GFC). We use the Gohar fractional NU (GFNU) method to solve the fractional hyper-radial SE for the binding ro-vibrational energy spectra of some homo-nuclear and hetero-nuclear diatomic molecules (DMs) in the molecular Kratzer model for arbitrary values of the vibrational and rotational quantum numbers. Graphical analysis is used to explore the effect of the fractional parameter on the obtained diatomic energy levels and their corresponding normalized hyper-radial wave functions. Interestingly, the fractional parameter was found to have a significant effect on the diatomic structure and spectral properties. The graphical behavior of the Kratzer potential (KP) model and its modified version was analyzed for various DMs. It was observed that the characteristic features of both potential models were affected by the variation of the fractional parameter. We also investigated the dependence of the diatomic energies in both potentials on dimensionality, equilibrium inter-nuclear distance, reduced mass, and quantum numbers. This study provided entirely new results for the energy levels of HCL, LiH, ScH, H2, O2, and I2 DMs in the modified Kratzer potential (MKP) that had not been previously reported in the literature.
Lecturing the Victorians
Authors: Rodrick Anne B.
Published: June 2024

“We are a much-lectured people,” wrote Robert Spence Watson in 1897.Beginning at mid-century, cities and towns across England used the popular lecture for purposes ranging from serious education to effervescent entertainment and from regional pride to imperial belonging. Over time, the popular lecture became the quintessential embodiment of Victorian knowledge-based culture, which itself ranged from the production of new knowledge in the most elite of learned societies to the consumption of established knowledge in middle-class clubs and the hundreds of humble mechanics’ institutions initially founded to provide scientific instruction to workers.

What did the “average” Victorian talk and think about? How did the knowledge-based culture of lecture and debate enable men and women to demonstrate both civic engagement and cultural competence? How does this knowledge-based culture and its changing expression give us ways to look at Victorian citizenship long before the extension of the franchise? With engaging and accessible prose Anne Rodrick draws from a variety of primary sources to provide fascinating answers to these pertinent questions.

Based on the analysis of several thousand lectures and debates delivered over more than 50 years, this book digs deeply into what those individuals below the most elite levels thought, heard, debated, and claimed as a badge of cultural competence. By the turn of the 20th century, the popular lecture was competing for attention with new institutions of leisure and of higher education, and the discourse surrounding its place in contemporary England helps illuminate important debates over access to and deployment of knowledge and culture.