bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Sequential, ultrasound-guided, minimally invasive pit-picking procedure with Nd:YAG laser epilation treatment for pilonidal disease
Authors: Czarnecki Przemysław , Kopeć Jakub , Przewratil Przemyslaw
Published: October 2023

Aim: The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate our treatment for pilonidal disease in adolescent patients, which uses ultrasonography, minimally invasive pit-picking, and Nd:YAG laser therapy.

Material and methods: We included 52 of 147 patients treated between June 2017 and December 2020. The patients underwent pit-picking procedures and 6–10 Nd:YAG treatments. The remnants of the cysts were removed by laser therapy, which provided easy epilation. Each patient underwent multiple ultrasound examinations during the therapy to uncover any potential newly formed asymptomatic sinuses. When such issues were identified, the pit-picking procedure was repeated on those sinuses.

Results: A total of 52 patients were included in this study with a 1-year follow-up following the procedure. There were 49 symptom-free patients (96%). One patient underwent surgery in another hospital because of a recurrence and 1 had a pilonidal disease relapse (4%). In the follow-up period, asymptomatic cysts were found in 2 other patients by ultrasound examination. They were all treated with a pit-picking procedure in the outpatient department with good results.

Conclusions: Combining sequentially repeated pit-picking procedures and Nd:YAG laser therapy is an effective treatment method for adolescent pilonidal disease. Simultaneous Nd:YAG laser therapy enables efficacious epilation of the intergluteal cleft. Repeatable ultrasonography examinations allow for early diagnosis of possible pilonidal sinus relapse.
Implementing Body Worn Cameras to Reduce Violence Against Ambulance Crew
Authors: Gerressu Makeda , Newman Mark , Bezemer Jeff
Published: October 2023

Objectives

Following the launch of its ‘Long Term Plan’ in 2019, the English National Health Service (NHS England) started piloting body worn cameras (BWCs) in ambulance services. The intervention rationale was that BWCs would act as a deterrent and facilitate the prosecution of assailants, thus improving the safety and wellbeing of ambulance crew. This paper explores views on the purpose and value of BWCs among ambulance crews and leadership staff who have used them or supported their implementation.

Methods

We conducted a qualitative investigation with ambulance crew and leadership staff (N=16) in the first 7-10 months of the BWC pilot. Semi-structured interviews were held online between August 2021 and November 2021. Normalisation process theory was used to guide and structure the data analyses.

Results

There was only partial shared understanding between crew members and leadership staff on the purpose and value of BWCs. Drawing on their practical professional experiences of using BWCs, crews challenged the theory of change that BWCs function as deterrents while recognising their potential to facilitate prosecutions. Crews also highlighted technical, operational and social factors that are likely to mitigate the positive effects of (the implementation of) the cameras.

Conclusions

Violence reduction policies for health services should take heed of the variation in theories of change put forward by different stakeholders. Further research is required to better understand the range of factors that affect the occurrence and management of assaults against ambulance crew and the operational challenges and cost-effectiveness of body worn cameras relative to other interventions.
Formal Agricultural Credit Schemes and Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Dimgba Eruba , Morris Rachael , Agbugba Ikechi
Published: October 2023

This study examined the impact of formal agricultural credits on economic growth in Nigeria between 1981 and 2021. The specific objectives were to determine the effects of the agricultural credit guarantee scheme fund, bank loans and advances to agriculture, foreign aid to agriculture and the cost of funds on real gross domestic product (GDP) growth. The data required for the analysis were obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Statistical Bulletin and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Statistics. The descriptive statistics, fully modified ordinary least squares (FM-OLS) and parsimonious error correction model (ECM) formed the basis for the data analysis. The unit root and Johansen cointegration tests results showed that the variables are all stationary at the first difference and cointegrated at the 5 per cent significance level. The long-run regression results showed that the agriculture credit guarantee scheme fund positively affected real GDP growth. The results further showed that bank loans and advances to the agriculture sector have a positive and significant effect on real GDP growth. It was found that 1 per cent increase in that bank loans and advances to the agriculture sector leads to 0.0378 per cent in real GDP growth. The effect of foreign aid to agriculture on real GDP growth was positive but insignificant at the 5 per cent significance level. Evidence of a positive and significant effect of the cost of funds on real GDP growth was established from the long-run results. The estimated coefficient showed that the real GDP growth increases by 0.00356 per cent due to a 1 per cent increase in the cost of funds. The short-run results showed that the coefficient (-0.5125) of the error correction term is negative and significant at the 5 per cent significance level, indicating that about 51.25 per cent distortion from the long-r
Attitude of Arable Crop Farmers Towards Adopting Agricultural Technologies in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State
Authors: Manoah E. A. , Binaebi E. , Odudu V.
Published: October 2023

The study examined the attitude of crop farmers towards adopting agricultural technologies in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. Specifically, the objectives of the study were to describe the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents in the study area, ascertain the level of awareness of agricultural technologies in the study area examine the attitude of crop farmers towards the adoption of new technologies in the study area, determine the level of adoption of agricultural technologies and ascertain the factors that hinders crop farmers from adopting agricultural technologies in the study area. Questionnaire and interview schedules were used to gather information. A total of 100 respondents were used. Data were analysed with the use of percentage, frequency and mean score derived from Likert scale. Findings showed that (59%) of the sampled respondents were females, (51%) of the sampled respondents were within the age of 31-40. About (53%) of the respondents were married. About (69%) of the size of 4-6 persons. (46%) of the respondents had farming experience of 2-5 years and (39%) of the respondents earned 11,000-30,000 naira’s as their income. The study further revealed that most of the respondents were aware of all the listed agricultural technologies in the study but only adopted a few. All the challenges listed in the study were identified as constraints to adopting agricultural technologies by the respondents. The study recommends that the cost of agricultural technologies should be subsidized by government to enable rural farmers acquire them in appropriate time, there should be recruitment of more extension field agents to enable effective extension service delivery and communication, also there is an urgent need for a change in people’s attitude towards agricultural technologies especially among the youths who are the future.
Effects of Improved Vegetable Seeds on Farmers’ Income and Poverty Status in Selected LGAS, Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: Mefo U. N. , Ekine D.I. , Okidim I. A. , Okuduwor A. A.
Published: October 2023

This study examined the effects of access to improved vegetable seeds on farmers’ income and poverty reduction in Rivers State, Nigeria. Primary data obtained through the use of well- structured questionnaire was collected through a multistage sampling technique in selecting 180 vegetable farmers. Data collected were analysed using both descriptive (mean, frequency and percentages) and inferential statistics such as logit and ordinary least square regression model and principal component analysis. The results of the socioeconomic characteristics of the vegetable farmers in the study area showed that majority (70%) of the vegetable farmers were 45 years and below with mean age of 37.4 years, majority (80%) of the vegetable farmers were female while 50% were married. Majority (55%) had secondary education with mean years spent in school of 14 years, 50% of the vegetable farmers had between 1-5 years experiences in vegetable farming with mean farming experience of 8years, 55.56% cultivated between 0.1-0.5 hectares of land with mean farm size of 0.55 hectares. Majority (60%) had between 1-5 contacts with the extension agents, 90% had no access to credit while 70% of the vegetable farmers were members of cooperative organization. The level of access to improved vegetable seeds in the study showed that 70% of the vegetable farmers had no access to improved vegetable seeds. The coefficient of education, access to credit, farm size, household size, income and access to improved vegetable seeds were significant and statistically influenced the poverty status of the vegetable farmers in the study area. The result of the effects of access to improved vegetable seeds on income of vegetable farmers showed that the coefficient of marketing experience, household size, education, credit amount, farm size and access to improved vegetable seeds were significant and statistically influen
Physicochemical Quality Assessment of Drinking Water Sources in Wukari Town, Nigeria
Authors: Magomya A.M. , Ataitiya H.
Published: October 2023

In this study, an assessment of drinking water sources in Wukari town, Nigeria was carried out using standard methods. Thirty (30) water samples collected from three sources (Borehole, hand dug wells and town supply) were evaluated for physicochemical properties. Among the parameters investigated, pH was found to range from 6.41 – 8.41, conductivity was in the range 80 – 600 µS/cm, turbidity ranged between 0.15 – 7 NTU, total dissolved solids (TDS) ranged from 7.54 – 154.6 mg/L and total hardness was in the range of 21 – 112 mg/L. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) and dissolved oxygen (DO) ranged between 50 – 110 mg/L and 3.12 – 14.47 mg/L. Chloride and sulphate contents ranged between 28 – 128 mg/L and 1.65 – 19.34 mg/L respectively. The levels obtained in this study were mostly within the WHO recommended limits with few exceptions which are; turbidity, dissolved oxygen and nitrates in some samples. Water quality Index (WQI) which was evaluated by means of the weighted arithmetic method revealed a score of 39.40 for borehole samples, 61.60 for town water supply samples and 88.04 for well water samples. These values indicate good water quality for the borehole source, poor water quality for town supply and very poor water quality for well water.
Flood Control in Kaduna South L.G.A, Kaduna State, Nigeria, Using the Ecohydrological Principles
Authors: Ibrahim Juliet
Published: October 2023

This paper examined communities experiencing flooding yearly within the Kaduna South L.G.A of Kaduna State, which are; Barnawa, Down Quarters and Chanchang Layout, Kinkinau, (Tudun Wada). The objective of the study includes; Identification of areas affected by flooding within the study area, gnerating records for developments affected by flooding within the study area, and stating the effects of developments and farming activities along the River Kaduna bank. The study revealed that the major cause of flooding within these communities annually during rainy season is as a result of rapid growth experienced within the Kaduna metropolis over time and lack of proper development control along the River Kaduna bank by the relevant authorities which have led to the encroachment of the River Kaduna bank. Discrete data were collected where exact number of developments and activities affected by flooding within the study area was generated and maps produced for the flood plain areas within the study area which analyses the extent of flood and total number of structures affected at each location through the use of ArcMAP and ArcGIS as tools. The study recommended that all developments along River Kaduna bank be removed. Also, the Kaduna State Geographical Information Service (KADGIS) alongside the Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KASUPDA), should allocate a safer areas within the Kaduna South L.G.A to accommodate the entire population that will be moved from the affected areas by applying the Ecohydrological principles to maintain the Kaduna River bank.
Appraising the Impact of Cashless Economic System on the Financial Performance of Financial Institutions in Nigeria
Authors: Osirim Monday , Wadike C. George , Idatoru A. Roberts
Published: October 2023

The main objective of the study is to investigate the effect of cashless economic system on the
Portfolio Diversification and Return on Equity of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria
Authors: Ngozi Prof. Ojiegbe Josephine , Chukwudi Dr. Otiwu Kingsley , George Aderigha Ades
Published: October 2023

Portfolio Diversification and return on equity of deposit money banks in Nigeria for the period 1990-2020 is the focus of this paper. Treasury bills, acquisition of ordinary shares capital, investments in subsidiaries, and foreign investments outside Nigeria were the explanatory variables and proxies for Portfolio Diversification while return on equity is the dependent variable for all deposit money banks in Nigeria, for the periods under review. In the course of the study, data were obtained from the website of Central Bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin and annual report of Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). The Augmented Dickey Fuller (ADF) test option was used to test for unit roots. The autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) and bounds test tools were used to estimate the short and long run relationships respectively. The study discovered that at short run, treasury bills, and ordinary share capital are negatively related and not significantly related to return on equity, while investments in subsidiaries and foreign balances outside Nigeria are positively related to return on equity of DMBs at most lag periods. It was further observed that at different lag periods, the variables do not significantly predict the direction of return on equity of DMBs. Long run relationship was also observed to exist amid treasury bills, acquisition of ordinary shares capital, investment in subsidiaries, foreign investments outside Nigeria and return on equity of all deposit money banks in Nigeria for the period 1990- 2020. At short run period, DMBs should diversify into investments in subsidiaries, as this would improve return on equity. Deposit Money Banks should also diversify into foreign holdings that would yield positive net present values. Deposit money banks in Nigeria should diversify into foreign investments with the right mix that would improve retur
Financial Leverage and Corporate Performance of Listed Industrial Good Firms in Nigeria
Authors: NWANYANWU Kingdom Uchenna , JONAH Ngbomowa Mose
Published: October 2023

This study evaluated the effect of financial leverage on the corporate performance of industrial goods firms listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. The study reviewed the extant literature on capital structure and corporate performance to ascertain research gaps from past studies. In line with the purpose of the study, two (2) specific objectives, research questions, and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study was all the industrial goods firms in Nigeria. Hence, two (2) industrial goods firms operating in Nigeria were selected such as Nestle
Explicating Critical Terminologies in Consumer Protection
Authors: Amasiatu Ifunanya , Amadi-Harry Nancy , Okeke Remi Chukwudi
Published: October 2023

Consumer protection is a paramount concern in today's complex marketplace, where consumers encounter a wide array of products and services with varying degrees of information and quality. This article aims to provide a comprehensive analytical framework for clarifying critical terminologies central to the domain of consumer protection. Recognizing the significance of clear definitions in promoting effective regulatory measures, the study undertakes a systematic analysis of key terms, concepts, and their interconnections. The paper offers a nuanced perspective on critical terminologies in consumer protection, emphasizing the necessity of precise definitions for the development of effective policies and regulations. By shedding light on the evolving nature of these terms and their relevance in modern consumption scenarios, the study contributes to the ongoing discourse on safeguarding consumer rights and enhancing market integrity.
An Empirical Analysis of Public Debt and the General Price Level in Nigeria
Authors: Ibebi Charles , Emmanuel Benson
Published: October 2023

This study examines the determinants of manufacturing sector performance in the Nigerian economy. This was aimed at ascertaining how aggregate public debt (PD) and aggregate debt servicing (DS) affected general price level (PRL) as dependent variable in Nigeria. Historical data was collated and estimated employing the ARDL-based Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) technique. The empirical results indicate that aggregate public debt increased inflation while debt servicing reduced in Nigeria. On the basis of the findings of this study, the following recommendations are made. Policies that promote more employment and economic stimulus should be pursued to with public debt to enhance the performance of the economy
Prevenção do transtorno depressivo maior em idosos
Authors: Viégas Jéssica de Vasconcelos Oliveira , Toqueton Tainá Rodrigues , Bresolin Mônia , Mendes Filho Edivaldo Bezerra , Dutra Yan Victor de Amorim , Malta Felipe Franco , Alves Bárbara Coelho de Melo , Freitas Leozenito Corado de , Nascimento Raoan Silva do , Silva Cleison Gaspar da
Published: October 2023

O transtorno depressivo maior é uma condição de saúde mental significativa que afeta uma parcela considerável da população idosa. Com o envelhecimento da população em todo o mundo, o problema da depressão em idosos tornou-se uma preocupação crescente para profissionais de saúde e pesquisadores. A depressão em idosos é frequentemente subdiagnosticada e subtratada, o que pode levar a consequências graves, como aumento do risco de suicídio, declínio cognitivo, diminuição da qualidade de vida e maior utilização dos serviços de saúde. Objetivo: analisar e sintetizar os estudos científicos existentes sobre as estratégias de prevenção do transtorno depressivo maior em idosos, Metodologia: a metodologia desta revisão sistemática seguiu as diretrizes do PRISMA, foram utilizadas quatro bases de dados para a busca de artigos científicos relevantes: PubMed, Scielo e Web of Science. A estratégia de busca utilizará os seguintes descritores:”Idosos”, “Depressão”, “Prevenção”, “Intervenções” e “Estratégias”. Foram incluídos estudos originais, revisões sistemáticas e meta-análises publicados em revistas científicas ou livros científicos que abordem a prevenção do transtorno depressivo maior em idosos por meio de intervenções e estratégias devidamente embasadas em evidências.Resultados: foram selecionados 15 estudos. Os resultados da revisão sistemática indicaram que diversas intervenções e estratégias têm sido estudadas no contexto da prevenção do transtorno depressivo maior em idosos. Entre as principais abordagens encontradas estão programas de atividade física adaptada, intervenções psicossociais baseadas na terapia cognitivocomportamental, apoio social e atividades de lazer. Além disso, a identificação precoce de fatores de risco, como isolamento social, doenças crônicas e eventos de vida estressantes, também se mostrou relevante para a prevenção da depressão em idosos. Conclusão: A prevenção do transtorno depressivo maior em idosos é uma questão essencial para promover a saúde mental e o bem-estar dessa população em envelhecimento. A revisão sistemática de literatura revelou a existência de diversas estratégias e intervenções baseadas em evidências que podem ser implementadas de forma eficaz para reduzir a incidência e gravidade da depressão em idosos. Através de programas de atividades adaptadas, apoio social, intervenções psicossociais e identificação precoce de fatores de risco, é possível trabalhar na prevenção e promoção da saúde mental nessa fase da vida. Esses resultados reforçam a importância de desenvolver políticas e práticas de saúde voltadas para a prevenção da depressão em idosos, visando proporcionar uma melhor qualidade de vida e bem-estar geral a essa população vulnerável.
Resource Nationalism and Community Benefits
Authors: R. Mwesiga Thobias , L. Kaswamila Abiud , E. Mwakipesile Augustino
Published: October 2023

Resource nationalism has been an area of interest among researchers and policy makers at local and global levels. This is triggered by the fact that governments and various stakeholders are interested in determining how natural resources benefit individual citizens in their countries. This paper draws from a study that investigated the role of resource nationalism in improving community benefits in Geita region, Tanzania. Data collection was conducted through questionnaire survey, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews and documentary review. Results from the study revealed that local community benefits in terms of revenue collections and projects being implemented have increased. For instance, in a period of four years (2017/18 to 2020/21) after the enactment of mining laws of 2017, a total of TZS663bn was collected as compared to TZS197bn collected for the same period before the enactment of the mining laws. As per the number of projects implemented through CSR, the results indicated that it increased from 15 in 2014/15 to 129 in 2020/21; covering sectors such as education, health, infrastructure and the empowerment of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Furthermore, the paper reveals that there have been improvements in community participation as compared to previous years; and recommends more improvements in community participation and transparency in corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects to ensure its sustainability. It also recommends policy actions for setting the amount of CSR for mining companies to contribute
Faunal Diversity of Pulicat Lake, Southeast Coast of India
Authors: Prabakaran S.  , Venkatraman C.  , Kumar R. Rajendar
Published: October 2023

Pulicat Lagoon, located on the South-east Coast of India, indeed plays a crucial role in supporting a diverse range of aquatic and avian species. Pulicat Lagoon is known for its rich biodiversity. As mentioned, it supports a variety of species, including crustaceans, finfish, and migratory birds. These species are not only ecologically important but also contribute to the local economy through fisheries and tourism. The present study is an attempt to compile the faunal list based on the field survey conducted during 2005- 2007 & May to Dec 2022 by Marine Biology Regional Centre, Zoological Survey of India, Chennai and from the published literature. Altogether 354 species belong to six phyla are reported so far. Among them 65 species of microfauna (phytoplankton, and zooplankton) and 289 species of macrofauna (Cnidaria, Arthropoda, Mollusca, Echinodermata, Pisces, and Birds) were reported so far. The lagoon is also important for the local fishing communities. It serves as a breeding ground for many fish species, which are essential for the livelihoods of the people living in the region. Sustainable fisheries management is vital to ensure the long-term well-being of these communities. Periodical research and monitoring of the lagoon's biodiversity and ecological health are crucial. This can help track changes, identify emerging threats, and guide conservation efforts. Pulicat Lagoon is a valuable ecosystem that supports a wide range of species and plays a vital role in the local economy. Conservation efforts should focus on maintaining the lagoon's ecological balance, preventing further degradation, and involving local communities in sustainable management practices to ensure its long-term survival. Pulicat Lagoon faces several environmental challenges, including silt deposition, habitat degradation, soil erosion, and changes in freshwater flow. These issues can disrupt the delicate balance of the ecosystem and threaten the survival of various species.
Analysis of tourist safety in Eugenio Espejo town, in Imbabura province
Authors: Casanova Imbaquingo Lorena Elizabeth , Guevara Cuyago Bryan David
Published: October 2023

Ecuador is considered one of the most touristic countries in Latin America due to its diversity of natural and cultural attractions. The government invests in adequate security measures to protect visitors and generate confidence and a positive reputation. Tourism security generates a good experience and enjoyment for tourists during their visit. The objective of this study is to analyze tourist safety in order to improve the perception of the services provided in the Eugenio Espejo in Otavalo town. The research is quantitive and cualitative, with a descriptive scope. The following techniques were used for data collection:  observation at that place; multi-criteria evaluation with tourism safety indicators; key informant interviews; and surveys to determine tourists' perception of safety. The results contribute to directing the improvement of security and providing greater protection to tourism stakeholders and visitors to that town.
Histograma y distribución normal: Shapiro-Wilk y Kolmogorov Smirnov aplicado en SPSS
Authors: Luzuriaga Jaramillo Héctor Alberto , Espinosa Pinos Carlos Alberto , Haro Sarango Alexander Fernando , Ortiz Román Hermel David
Published: October 2023

En el ámbito de los estudios relacionados con la administración, la economía y la sociedad, los histogramas se pueden emplear con el propósito de visualizar la distribución de los datos, por otra parte, las distribuciones normales son frecuentemente utilizadas para modelar fenómenos que ocurren en la vida real para efectuar predicciones basadas en análisis estadísticos viables y sólidos. Por la relevancia, el estudio tiene como objetivo generar una guía para el análisis de la normalidad de una variable específica utilizando métodos estadísticos y gráficos aplicados en SPSS. El método aplicado en este estudio posibilitó un examen minucioso de una variable específica piloteada empleando enfoques tanto estadísticos como visuales. Los histogramas revelaron la disposición de las frecuencias y los esquemas de los datos, en contraste, los gráficos Q-Q ofrecieron una confrontación directa con una distribución normal de referencia. Las pruebas de Shapiro-Wilk y Kolmogorov-Smirnov resultaron en la obtención de valores "p" que se cotejaron con niveles predefinidos de significancia, lo cual contribuyó a la identificación de la conformidad de los datos con una distribución normal.
Turtûşî’nin Tahrîmu’l-ğinâ ve’s-semâ‘ İsimli Risâlesinde Sufîlere Yönelik Eleştirileri
Authors: ADIYAMAN Ebru
Published: October 2023

Endülüs’te yetişmiş âlimlerden olan Ebû Bekir Muhammed b. Velîd el-Fihrî et-Turtûşî, bid‘atler konusunda yaptığı çalışmalarıyla tanınmaktadır. Turtûşî, kitaplarında bid‘at olarak değerlendirip itiraz ettiği hususları ayet ve hadislerden, sahâbe ve tâbiîn kavillerinden ve önde gelen mezhep imamlarının sözlerinden yararlanarak reddetmektedir. Tahrîmu’l-ğinâ ve’s-semâ‘ da kendisinin bu motivasyonla kaleme aldığı risâlelerinden biridir. Nağme dinlemek, Kur’ân’ın elhân ile okunması, kadının sesi ve kadından nağme dinlenmesi, sûfilerin semâ meclislerinde raksetmeleri, bazı kimselerin tüysüz çocukların yüzüne bakarak tefekkür ettiklerini iddia etmeleri, satranç oynamanın hükmü gibi muhtelif konuları içeren bu risâlede sûfilere yönelik tenkitler öne çıkmaktadır. Müellif sûfileri musiki dinlerken Allah’ı anmak, ortamlarına coşku katmak, dans etmek, kıyafetlerini yırtıp parçalamak gibi davranışlarından dolayı eleştirmektedir. Bu çalışmada Turtûşî’nin bu tenkitleri ve delillerinin ilk kaynakları tespit edilmiş ve eleştirileriyle delilleri mukayeseli olarak incelenmiştir. Çalışma bir giriş bölümü, Turtûşî’yi ve risâlesini tanıtan bir bölüm ve eleştirilerin incelendiği bir bölümü içermekte, tespit ve tenkitlerin yer verildiği sonuç bölümüyle sona ermektedir.
Lavado neuroendoscópico para hemorragia intraventricular en un neonato pretérmino: a propósito de un caso
Authors: Castillo-Huerta Nicole M. , Calderón-Vecco Luciana , Delgado-Mosqueira M. Gabriel , Cavero-Garay Abelardo H.
Published: October 2023

La hemorragia intraventricular es una complicación de sangrado común entre los neonatos pretérmino; sin embargo, no existe aún un tratamiento de elección. Se presenta el caso de un paciente varón neonato pretérmino de 31semanas con antecedente de neumotórax bilateral que a los 12 días de nacido es diagnosticado de hidrocefalia conposterior confirmación etiológica de hemorragia intraventricular de grado IV por ecografía y resonancia magnética cerebral. Se decidió tratar la hidrocefalia post-hemorrágica quirúrgicamente mediante lavado neuroendoscópico con ventriculocisternostomía del tercer ventrículo y coagulación de plexos coroideos. El paciente no presentó necesidad de intervenciones posteriores ni complicaciones postoperatorias. La neuroendoscopía ha surgido como una nueva técnica para el tratamiento definitivo de la hemorragia intraventricular en neonatos pretérmino; sin embargo, aún no ha sido estandarizada. El presente caso reporta el tratamiento de la hidrocefalia post-hemorrágicaen un neonato prematuro mediante lavado neuroendoscópico.
The Environmental Effect of Ambient Charges in Mixed Triopoly with Diverse Firm Objectives
Authors: OHNISHI Kazuhiro
Published: October 2023

The theoretical analysis by Ganguli and Raju (2012) considers two Bertrand duopoly games to reassess the effect of an increase in ambient charges as a policy measure for reducing industrial non-point source pollution. In the first game, the regulator first announces the ambient charge and then two firms non-cooperatively and simultaneously choose their prices. In this game, the pollution abatement technologies are assumed to be fixed. In the second game, knowing that the ambient charge has been announced by the regulator, two firms non-cooperatively and simultaneously choose their pollution abatement technologies in the first stage and prices in the second stage. Ganguli and Raju demonstrate that in each game an increase in the ambient charge leads to more pollution. In addition, Sato (2017) examines the effect of an increase in ambient charges in a static Cournot duopoly model and shows that an increase in the ambient charge leads to less pollution as opposed to Bertrand duopoly competition.In this paper, we examine a quantity-setting mixed triopoly model comprising a profit-maximizing firm, a partially cooperating firm and a socially concerned firm to reassess the environmental effect of an increase in ambient charges.
Information and communications technology (ICT) and academic excellence at the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State
Authors: Asaju Kayode , Ben Mabum Nelson , Yohanna Ashepo Sunday
Published: October 2023

There is a global realization of the importance of technology in driving modernization, change, and development. The adoption of technology, particularly information communication telecommunication (ICT) has permeated almost every sphere of modern society, including the educational sector. While some universities in Nigeria have made inroads in the deployment and adoption of ICT for teaching and learning, others are lagging. However, efforts at the deployment and adoption of ICT and digitizing its operations in teaching and learning seem to be at an appreciable level at the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State.  Hence, this study assesses the impact of ICT on achieving academic excellence at the Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State. Specifically, the study examines the appreciation of the use of technology by both staff and students, its availability and impact on qualitative teaching and learning and the academic performance of students in the university. The study used both qualitative and quantitative data collected from the institution. The quantitative data were presented and analyzed in tables, frequency counts and percentages. The Chi-Square (X2) was adopted to statistically test the postulated hypotheses. The quantitative data were explained in the content.  The study revealed that the adoption of ICT in the process of teaching and learning has enhanced academic excellence at Federal University Wukari. The paper recommends amongst others that the school should partner with ICT companies to provide ICT facilities like Computers, and projectors among others, to the staff and students at a subsidized rate. The cost should be infused into the tuition fees of the students and deducted from the salaries of the staff on an installment basis. Also, the required facilities, especially, power, that will enhance the use of these ICT in the University should be provided by the university management.
Analysis of student support activities at school in terms of extroverted and introverted personalities
Authors: Siska Anita  , Suci Damayanti  , Rahma Indah Sari  , Rodinatul Munawaroh  , Jailani Munawar
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze extroverted and introverted students using descriptive qualitative methods. Subject research was conducted with students in  SMPN 12 Sarolangun. The population of the object is in the form of counseling guidance teachers, as many as 152 people, and students. The research sample used is in the form of whole students with total sampling techniques. This research collects data through a questionnaire given to students with 15 questions, 6 for extrovert students and 9 for introvert students. Data was analyzed from the questionnaire results to determine which students are extroverted or introverted. The calculation is that each question is 100 points multiplied by The number of students who voted yes and divided by the overall number of students. From the data, The results of the study were known to 14 (26.92%) introverted students and 38 (73.08%) extroverted students.
Negative Factors Affecting Interest in Learning: From a Teacher's Perspective
Authors: Arif Muhammad Dallun , Alazrah Meza , Musdalifah Nurul
Published: October 2023

This research examines the perspective of class teachers at SDN 105 Sidorukun regarding negative factors that influence students' interest in learning. So, this type of research is qualitative descriptive research. The subjects of this research were class teachers at SDN 105 who taught or were assigned to the counseling guidance process. The data collection technique uses interview techniques, so the results of the interviews are described by ordering the largest to smallest negative factors that influence students' interest in learning. According to the class teacher's perspective, this study found that the most dominant negative factor influencing interest in learning was playing more actively than studying.
Content Accuracy and Recency of TPACK-Based Physics Textbooks on Work and Energy Materials to Improve Science Literacy of High School Students
Authors: Zidan Afidah  , Indana Zulfa  , Aisyah Ayu Nur Azizah Maharani  , Mahya Alya Shofia Anggraini  , Syam Rachmawan  , Arien Fivadilla  , Dylannatha Syahputra  , Fiska Norma Jenita  , I Ketut Mahardika  , Subiki
Published: October 2023

TPACK-based textbooks are reference books containing a collection of material from certain branches of knowledge that are presented comprehensively using a combination of pedagogic technologies and content that are applied according to the learning context. Scientific literacy is the scientific ability possessed by students to solve various kinds of problems and explain scientific phenomena scientifically. Work and energy are physics materials closely related to students' daily lives. The method used for this research is to use research and development research and development methods. Based on the results of the latest and contextual material validation on the suitability of the material with the latest scientific developments, validator one scores four, and validator two scores 4. The 100% percentage results that meet the criteria are very valid. From the results of the validation assessment in terms of the average rating of each validator for the two validators, an average percentage result of 87.49% is obtained with very valid criteria. This shows that the TPACK-based physics textbook on the subject matter of work and energy is appropriate to be used as an Electronic School Book aid for students in understanding and mastering material about work and energy.
Analysis of Student Tendencies in the Learning Process: Judging from Cheating Behavior
Authors: Febry Rachmat Sholahuddin , Yani Ardha , Marliyani Dini , Armita Yola
Published: October 2023

This study discusses the analysis of cheating behavior in the world of education. This type of research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The research subjects were SMP Nurul Khoir Jambi students, with a total population of 94 students and a sample of 34 students. The sampling technique used is random. Then, the data collection techniques used were Google Forms, interviews with two questions, and documentation. This study found that the number of students who often cheated was 15 people, the number of students who sometimes cheated was 10 people, and the number of students who rarely cheated was nine people.
Pramonės įmonių dalyvavimo vėjo energetikos komponentų vertės grandinėje galimybės ir plėtra Lietuvoje
Authors: Bobinaitė Viktorija , Čibinskienė Akvilė , Dumčiuvienė Daiva , Konstantinavičiūtė Inga
Published: October 2023

Pasaulinė vėjo energetikos pramonė išgyvena svarbius pokyčius. Vėjo išteklių plėtra ir jų pritaikymas padeda išspręsti energijos ir aplinkos taršos problemas bei švarios ir ekonomiškos elektros energijos gamybos klausimus. Norint pasiekti ambicingus kovos su klimato kaita tikslus ir sukurti reikšmingą ekonominę naudą Europos Sąjungos piliečiams, svarbu vykdyti atsinaujinančios energetikos komponentų gamybą Europos šalyse, įskaitant ir Lietuvą. Šaliai strategiškai svarbūs pokyčiai, tendencijos, prognozės ir investicijos reikalauja išsamios vėjo energetikos komponentų gamybos vertės grandinės analizės ir pagrindimo. Iki šiol Lietuvoje tokie tyrimai nebuvo vykdomi, o Lietuvos mokslininkai didesnį dėmesį skyrė šalies vėjo energetikos sektoriaus plėtrai sukurdami žemyninės ir jūrinės vėjo energetikos technikos, ekonomikos, aplinkosaugos ir politikos formavimo pagrindus. Autorių kolektyvo atlikti tyrimo rezultatai suteikia įžvalgų Lietuvos vyriausybei imtis veiksmų, kurie paskatintų Lietuvos pramonę plačiau dalyvauti ES atsinaujinančios energetikos pramonės vertės grandinėje, įskaitant ir vėjo energetiką, sukurti daugiau darbo vietų, padidinti sukuriamą pridėtinę vertę. Tyrimo rezultatai yra reikšmingi ekonomikos mokslui, nes ekonomikos teoriją papildo energetikos mokslų praktiniais laimėjimais – vėjo technologijomis, įvairiais jų gamybos būdais. Taip išplečiamas ekonomikos mokslų tyrimų objektas bei formuojamas ir stiprinamas ekonomikos teorijos santykis su politika. Autoriai siekia atsakyti į mokslinį klausimą – kokios yra apdirbamosios pramonės įmonių dalyvavimo vėjo energetikos komponentų vertės grandinėje galimybės ir kokią įtaką dalyvavimas komponentų vertės grandinėje daro apdirbamosios pramonės įmonių plėtrai.
Elemental Profiling, Pollution and Health Risks Assessments of Classroom Dust from Selected Nursery and Kindergarten Schools Ogun State, Nigeria
Authors: Oyebanji Funmilola Felicia , Olatunde Kofoworola Amudat , Kasumu Habiblahi Olabode , Akinola Tosin Samson , Afinuomo Adebayo , Tiamiyu Olaide , Ogunnowo Kolade David , Arowolo Toyin Ayodele
Published: October 2023

Knowing the concentration of elements in children’s classroom dust and the associated ecological and health risks is essential in preventing and controlling possible elemental poisoning. Dust samples were collected from 37 nursery and kindergarten classrooms across three local government areas in Abeokuta, Nigeria, and assessed for elemental concentrations using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrophotometry. The hazard and the cancer risk indexes were estimated using the geo-accumulation index (Igeo) and health risks posed to children. The highest mean concentrations (mg/kg) of Ca, Fe, K, and Ti ranged between 4034.22–15995.09, 1758.95–2409.62, 5146.66–8996.75, and 730.96–1140.38, respectively. About 33.33% of the monitored metals displayed Igeo values within the moderately polluted and extremely polluted categories in Abeokuta South and North. All the monitored locations were strongly polluted with Ca, Fe, K and Ti, including arsenic at Abeokuta South. Metals with high pollution (Cf > 6) were Ca, Fe, Co, As, K, Ti and Ge in Abeokuta South. Ca, Fe, Co, As, K, Sc, Ti and Ge in Abeokuta North; and Ca, Fe, As, K, Sc, Ti and Ge at Odeda. Arsenic levels were 128.42 (considerable), 2934.27 (very high) and 179.33 (high) for the ecological risk factors. Dust samples for Abeokuta South and North posed the least and greatest ecological risks, respectively, and the risk potentials of arsenic across all the locations were in the ecologically risky ranges. However, hazard indexes < 1 were recorded across the monitored sites, indicating no immediate non-carcinogenic health risks, while cancer risks for Co, Ni, As, and Cr were < 1.0E−04, respectively, depicting no significant carcinogenic risk. This study concluded that the levels of elements monitored do not pose any health risk to the children but are of concern to the ecosystem. Therefore, policies on locating schools in areas with minimum anthropogenic pollution should be formulated and continuous cleaning of classroom surfaces should be encouraged.
Physicochemical Characterization and Stability of Biochar Obtained from 5 Species of Forest Biomass in Peru
Authors: Palacios-Hugo Rosario , Calle-Maravi José Luis , Césare-Coral Mary Flor , Iparraguirre Joshua , Virú-Vásquez Paul
Published: October 2023

The maintenance of the extensive parks at National Agrarian La Molina University (UNALM) generates a large amount of forest biomass, with high treatment costs. For this reason, the pyrolysis of the forest biomass is an alternative for valorization, allowing proper management producing biochar. The aim of the research was to evaluate the stability of biochar at 300°C and 500°C from forest biomass of five predominant species at UNALM, Grevillea robusta, Schinus molle, Casuarina cunninghamiana, Ficus benjamina and Eucalyptus spp. To determine the stability of biochar produced, two methodologies were used (IBI and an adaptation of the López et al.(2010) method), for which organic, labile, oxidizable, recalcitrant carbon on biochar were determined. The results showed a decrease in biochar yield of 6.50% with an increasing pyrolysis temperature. Regarding physicochemical characteristics, the biochar produced was alkaline (pH above 8); besides, the pH and electrical conductivity increased with temperature, by 0.64 and 0.38 ds/m, respectively. However, in the case of nitrogen and ashes, the opposite occurred. It was concluded that all the biochar produced complied with the stability limits according to the applied methodologies, and BSM500 had the highest value of stability considering the applied methodologies. This may indicate that it could have the greatest sequestration of C once applied to the soil and also the reduction of emissions; for that reason, it would be important to carry out future research to estimate the potential for C sequestration in the long term.
Sustainability Assessment Scale for the Nile Islands (SASNI) as a Guideline to Determine Sustainable Urban Development Policies
Authors: Esmail Esraa Amin , Yousry Ahmed , Qutb Seham Mostafa , Abdelrahman Abdelkhalek
Published: October 2023

Egypt’s Nile islands are regarded as a source of biological diversity and natural heritage. Two million people live on 63 of these islands, spread throughout 16 governorates and covering over 155.4 km2. They are included in the wetlands but treated as a single unit, neglecting their diverse characteristics (environmental, urban, economic, and social). By utilizing a Statistical Package for Social Sciences and a Geographic Information System, this paper aims to develop a method of classifying the Nile islands by designing criteria scales to determine their value. Research is essential in assessing the sustainability of urban and economic development on the Nile islands without conflicting with their protection. The research reached recommendations for protection goals by including uninhabited islands in the national strategic plan. It also prepared an endemic plant and animal species database. It is necessary to conduct a sub-classification process with more detail to make decisions regarding the most suitable sites for various development projects without ignoring the social aspect.
Industrial Wastewater Indirect Discharges in Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control Perspective: A Case Study of Prague
Authors: Nová Karolína Jindřiška , Kolář Jan
Published: October 2023

Wastewater discharge is one of the sources of environmental pollution. Wastewater pollution originates, inter alia, in industrial wastewater. After treatment, industrial wastewater can be discharged directly into the receiving water body or indirectly into a sewerage network terminated by the concluding stage of wastewater treatment. In the Czech Republic, indirect wastewater discharges are obeyed by the contractual relationship between the wastewater producer and the sewerage network operator. General limits for indirectly discharged wastewater are not set by any national legislation. The aim of this paper is a description of industrial wastewater discharged into the municipal sewerage system in Prague and possibilities of setting limits for installations undertaking the industrial activities listed in Annex I of the Integrated Prevention Act. The study showed that 72% of installations discharge industrial wastewater indirectly. The majority are energy plants that produce boiler blowdown wastewater. More than 80% of wastewater from studied installations is treated by one central wastewater treatment plant. The studied installations are equipped with a wastewater neutralization unit. However, despite the existence of the legislative framework to propose limits for studied installations, only two installations covered by BAT conclusions with relevant BAT-AELs for indirect discharges to the receiving water body were determined. Generally, a small percentage of installations can be limited by an integrated permit due to an inconsistent approach to the issue of indirect discharges from installations under the scope of the Integrated Prevention Act.
Die GmbH mit gebundenem Vermögen – geboten oder überflüssig?
Authors: Kattein Clara Marie
Published: October 2023

This thesis is the first detailed academic discourse to deal with the draft law on the German Limited with asset lock (GmbH-gebV). While first the essential features of the GmbH-gebV and the goals it aims to achieve are presented, it is then contrasted and compared with already established forms of company under German company law (such as the Enterprise Foundation and the Company Limited by Guarantee). Furthermore, the (partly justified) criticism of the GmbH-gebV is discussed. Lastly the legal design of the Limited Company variation is analysed with regard to abuse and circumvention possibilities. All in all the GmbH-gebV will not prove to develop German company law further.