bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Electrochemical detection of herbicides and antioxidants using nanomaterial-modified electrode
Authors:   , Charoenkitamorn Kanokwan
Published: September 2023

This dissertation focused on the development of a novel nanomaterial-based electrochemical sensors for pharmaceutical and environmental applications.  The research is divided into two parts.  In the first part, a low-cost and disposable sensor for the simultaneous determination of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and α-lipoic acid (ALA) using manganese (IV) oxide-modified screen-printed graphene (MnO2/SPGE) electrode was developed.  The incorporated MnO2 in the SPGE can greatly enhance the detection performance towards the oxidation of CoQ10 and ALA.  The cyclic voltammetry (CV) and square-wave anodic stripping voltammetry (SWASV) were employed to investigate the electrochemical behavior of the developed sensor and also to perform the quantitative analysis of the analytes. This developed sensor provides an inexpensive and disposable sensor for the detection of CoQ10 and ALA. Furthermore, the nanomaterial-based electrochemical sensor exhibits the potential to integrate with other analytical methods for improving the analytical performance. The detail was demonstrated in part 2. In this part, the gold nanoparticle-modified screen-printed carbon electrode (AuNP/SPCE) integrated with ultra-high performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) was developed for the detection of dithiocarbamate herbicides.  Based on the obtained results, AuNPs play a catalytic activity towards the oxidation of dithiocarbamate compounds.  The amperometric detection was performed after separation using UHPLC technique.  The experimental parameters of both researches were optimized to obtain the best condition.  The sensitivity, selectivity and analytical performance of both proposed sensors were discussed.  Under the optimal conditions, the proposed sensors showed an acceptable range of accuracy and precision with low limits of detection in the micro-gram levels.  Finally, the proposed sensors were successfully applied to detect target analytes in pharmaceutical, fruit, and vegetable samples.   These developed systems exhibit the high potential to be useful methodologies for practical applications.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 OUTBREAK ON SCHOOL E-LEARNING SYSTEM
Authors: Ketheeswaran K. , Santhirakumar S. , Narmilan A. , Jayapraba S.
Published: September 2023

In any operation of the world, advanced technology plays a vital role. Consequently, the e-learning system encourages and plays a role as a substitute system in the teaching-learning process due to the pandemic of COVID-19. This study explores the e-learning access by students through identifying the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Challenges (SWOC) analysis during the COVID-19 pandemic period. The simple random sampling technique was utilized to select the participant students at Kalkudah Educational Zone, Batticaloa district. The primary data were collected from 300 secondary school students through a questionnaire to collect data in line with the aim of the study for quantitative analysis to interpret the performance of SWOC. This study revealed, Strengths: the majority of (55%) of students familiarized to use social media for the teaching-learning process in the COVID-19 pandemic period. Weaknesses: the majority (59%) of students could not use the ICT to learning certain subjects such as Maths, Sciences and practical part of other subjects. Opportunities: a great (90%) usage of smartphones for education purposes. Challenges: more majority (80%) of students do not have competencies in using smartphones and unstable networks. Also, the majority (57%) of students’ families have economic challenges in having smartphones. Further, the study also showed that ICT skills among students have improved and that the availability of smartphones at the national level has increased during this pandemic period. The recommendations of the study: improve the ICT competencies of teachers and students in the education system, and the Ministry of Education needs to consider providing smartphone facilities under the free education system of Sri Lanka.
Farmers' Behavior in Utilization Sources of Shallot Agribusiness Information (Allium ascalonicum)
Authors: Adittiyan Heru , Nurhadiatna Taufik , Arif Yusuf Islahudin , Faqih Achmad
Published: September 2023

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Business Development Strategy of White Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Authors: Yulianto Akbar Rizki , Rizaldi Muhammad Farhan , Faqih Achmad
Published: September 2023

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Factors associated with missed opportunities for vaccination in children aged <5 years in Oaxaca, Mexico, 2018
Authors: Díaz Ortega José Luis , Nakamura López Miguel Angel , Robles Torres Daniela , Rios Castillo Jose Gerardo , Aguilar Carrada Gabriela , Zuñiga Ocampo Cesar Omar , Román Castro Eva , Trumbo Pierce , Desales Castañeda Deyanira , González Sánchez María Edith
Published: September 2023

Introduction. We estimated the frequency of missed opportunities for vaccination and the factors associated with them in children under five as they exited the health facilities in two health districts of Oaxaca, Mexico in 2018. Population and Methods. We conducted a cross-sectional study out of an exit survey of public health facilities with low immunization coverage. The study population was comprised of 837 children and their caregivers who had visited those health facilities. Crude and adjusted odds ratios were calculated to analyze factors associated with missed opportunities for vaccination. Results. A total of 502 children were eligible to receive 1338 doses of missing vaccines; 986 missed opportunities for vaccination were observed. The factors related to missing opportunities were related to health facilities (810, 82.2%); mainly due to total or partial vaccine shortages (789, 97.4%), followed by health personnel (108, 10.9%) and child caregivers (68, 6.9%). Discussion. The main variable associated with missed vaccination opportunities was partial or complete vaccine shortages.
El desafío de escribir un artículo científico de un estudio epidemiológico de terreno
Authors: Ramirez Dora R. , Cardenas Victor
Published: September 2023

Escribir un artículo para difundir conocimientos novedosos e importantes para una revista académica revisada por pares parece todo un reto para los epidemiólogos de campo, acostumbrados a redactar informes para los responsables de la toma de decisiones o notas para boletines de vigilancia de la salud pública. Demostramos que el epidemiólogo de campo ya ha escrito lo necesario, por lo que puede y debe preparar una comunicación científica si efectivamente la investigación ha sido sistemática y hay algo nuevo que comunicar. Demostramos que articular con claridad el único objetivo primordial de la comunicación y aportar hechos científicos es el reto más importante, que requiere un buen trabajo de campo, un análisis sólido y la interpretación de los datos.
Optimización de proyectos de vinculación con la sociedad, investigación y docencia: técnicas y estrategias.
Authors: Palacios Acosta Ever Alejandro , Mera Otoya Erick Paul , Tello Canchingre Franklin Gregory
Published: September 2023

En este proyecto, se ha abordado el tema de la integración de la investigación y la docencia en el ámbito de la educación superior. A través del análisis de diversos estudios y propuestas, se han identificado estrategias clave para promover esta integración y generar resultados favorables, inclusive con recursos limitados. Se ha evidenciado que la vinculación, la adquisición de temas de investigación, la inclusión de la investigación en el currículo y la formación docente son estrategias efectivas para fomentar la sinergia entre la investigación y la docencia. Estas estrategias permiten aprovechar los recursos existentes y crear un entorno propicio para la generación de conocimiento y la transferencia de conocimientos hacia la sociedad. Se destaca la importancia de desarrollar habilidades investigativas en los estudiantes, ya que esto les brinda la oportunidad de participar activamente en la generación de conocimiento y abordar problemáticas sociales relevantes. Asimismo, se enfatiza en la necesidad de promover la aplicabilidad y relevancia de la investigación, compartiendo los resultados obtenidos con la sociedad y fomentando la colaboración entre la academia y la comunidad. Se concluye que, con una evaluación adecuada y una gestión eficiente de los recursos, es posible lograr una integración exitosa de la investigación y la docencia en la educación superior. A pesar de los recursos limitados, se pueden obtener resultados favorables y mejorar continuamente. Esta integración fortalece la calidad educativa, promueve la pertinencia de la investigación y contribuye al bienestar social.
chem-bla-ics: Including SMILES, CML and InChI in blogs
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

Browsing Postgenomic.com eventually lead to Egon Willighagen's post about Including SMILES, CML and InChI in blogs, which talks about the sort of things I'd like to do in biodiversity informatics. I'm particularly keen on using blogs as annotation tools. One more for the reading list... (see also RDFa.
TreeBASE name mapping
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

In the spirit of "release early, release often", a preliminary version of the TreeBASE name mapping project is now online at TBMap. It's a bit crude, the graphs look awful because they're generated on the fly on a Linux box using GraphViz, but you'll get the idea. I'll try and tidy it up and add a few more visuals to it next week after the EOL Informatics meeting at Woods Hole. There are also some missing mappings to add to the database.
The politics and practice of accessibility in systematics
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

Stumbled across New Infrastructures for Knowledge Production: Understanding E-science while writing about TAXACOM on the iSpecies blog. The book is edited by Christine Hine, who has an article entitled The politics and practice of accessibility in systematics, which I think will be part of Past, Present & Future of Research in the Information Society.
Giant titanosaurs were just ridiculous
Authors: Wedel Matt
Published: September 2023

Here’s Mike with the cast dorsal vertebra of  Argentinosaurus  that’s on display at the LACM. I tried to get myself equidistant from both Mike and the vert when I took the photo, but even I couldn’t quite believe it when I looked at it on my laptop.
Nascent: Open Text Mining Interface
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

From Nature's blog on web technology and science comes this post on Open Text Mining Interface (OTMI):and furtherCurrently playing in iTunes:  By the Time I Get to Phoenix  by Glen Campbell
EvoViz
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

David Kidd has put together evoviz.org. To quote from the wiki:There is movie demo online at GUBA.
EO Wilson recipient of the TED award 2007
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

Donat Agosti has interesting commentary on E. O. Wilson's forthcoming receipt of a TED 2007 prize. In typically forthright fashion, Donat asks:Read his post for Donat's own wish list.
More on names (and frogs)
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

 Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution  carries two articles debating the application of names to trees, which reflects tensions between two codes of nomenclatures (ICZN and Phylocode). Alain Dubois (doi:10.1016/j.ympev.2006.06.007 andDavid Hillis (doi:10.1016/j.ympev.2006.08.001) present rather different views.
The joys of mapping names in TreeBASE
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

Here's a fun example of how databases get out of sync, making them harder to link up. TreeBASE taxon T4628 is labelled  Bolitoglossa sombra  , which doesn't exist in NCBI's taxonomy database, which is odd as the study by Mueller  et al.  (S1139) is a molecular phylogeny (doi:10.1073/pnas.0405785101), and the taxon concerned has had its whole mitochondrial genome sequenced. In the paper this taxon is listed as "  Bolitoglossa  sp.
Word for the day - "clusterfuck"
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

Wired's article How Yahoo Blew It contains this wonderful extract:For some reason, the word really appeals. Not that I've got anything against Yahoo -- far from it. The provide some very cool tools, such as Pipes, which is an interactive feed aggregator and manipulator. David Shorthouse brought this to my attention. As he points out, its highly relevant to our conversation on iSpecies.
Biodiversity Informatics Visualization
Authors: Page Roderic
Published: September 2023

The Human-Computer Interaction Lab at the University of Maryland has produced numerous nice visualisation tools, and has a page devoted to biodiversity visualisation.
Resenha do livro “Man and Nature: The Spiritual Crisis in Modern Man” de Seyyed Hossein Nasr
Authors: Braga Paulo Henrique Fernandes da Silva Ferreira
Published: September 2023

Resenha do livro: "Man and Nature: The Spiritual Crisis in Modern Man" é uma obra de Seyyed H. Nasr que examina a crise espiritual enfrentada pelo ser humano moderno em relação à natureza. Nasr aborda a crescente desconexão entre o homem e a natureza devido à visão mecanicista predominante na sociedade moderna. O livro propõe uma visão alternativa que busca restaurar a harmonia entre o homem e a natureza. Com sua abordagem interdisciplinar, o livro desafia as concepções convencionais e convida os leitores a refletir sobre a crise espiritual contemporânea e a buscar uma reconciliação significativa com o mundo natural. É uma leitura indispensável para quem se interessa por filosofia, ciência e meio ambiente.
O RACISMO RELIGIOSO DE MISSÕES CRISTÃS DE EXTREMA DIREITA ORIENTA O ETNOCÍDIO INDÍGENA
Authors: França Damires Dos Santos
Published: September 2023

A marcha para o norte das novas missões religiosas cristãs realizadas em territórios indígenas vem promovendo, a partir de suas perspectivas eurocêntricas, conflitos de diversas ordens em sociedades ameríndias. As tentativas de subjugação das culturas dos povos originários além de interesses econômicos e políticos, procuram comprometer as identidades indígenas e suas práticas ancestrais. Entretanto, movimentos e articulações indígenas estão cada vez mais conscientes sobre o uso da evangelização como forma de dominação de seus povos e, por isso, procuram desenvolver novas formas de resistências e retomadas. A força social criada pelos povos indígenas sobreviventes dos inúmeros genocídios perpetrados pelo “povo da mercadoria” (KOPENAWA,2015) tem inspirado a construção de alternativas de enfrentamento ao colapso político e socioambiental projetado pela extrema direita.
À SOMBRA DE UMA REPRESENTAÇÃO DIVINA: IGREJISMO E A POLÍTICA INTERNACIONAL NA MODERNIDADE
Authors: Magalhaes Juan Filipe Loureiro
Published: September 2023

O presente artigo busca abordar o papel do Cristianismo na Política Internacional durante a Modernidade. Como objetivo geral, verificaremos a aplicabilidade conceito de Igrejismo proposto por Wallace de Moraes  ao campo internacional e específicamente, vislumbraremos seus impactos na condução de um projeto civilizacional europeu pretensamente universal. Utilizaremos como referencial teórico, as perspectivas filosóficas decolonial e libertária. A lógica da Colonialidade Global projeta uma estrutura de poder/saber que se impõe hegemonicamente pelo globo, em especial, na América Latina,  submetendo e  colonizando corpos e almas de seus habitantes.
Shade tolerance, yield and nutritive value of selected forage crops in typical homegarden of central Kerala
Authors: N.N Shahina, , Raj Asha,    K. , T.K Kunhamu, , V Jamaludheen, , A.V Santhoshkumar,
Published: September 2023

This study aimed to assess the forage yield, nutritive value and shade tolerance of three cereal fodders viz., maize, sorghum, and pearl millet in comparison to popularly grown fodder grass hybrid napier in partially shaded homegarden and under open conditions with full light, during the lean periods of rabi and summer season in randomized block design with three replications. Fodder crops in open areas exhibited higher yield than in homegarden. In open field, maize recorded significantly higher cumulative green fodder yield, while in homegarden the yield of maize (57.16 t ha-1and 73.50 t ha-1) and hybrid napier (60.42 t ha-1 in rabi and 73.51 t ha-1 in summer) was comparable. Pearl millet showed moderate performance under shade, whereas sorghum had very poor yields. The shade tolerance of fodder grasses in homegarden was in order of hybrid napier > maize > pearl millet > sorghum. Crops in homesteads exhibited higher crude protein and lower crude fibre content, whereas dry matter and ash content was higher in open field. Quality attributes and B:C ratio were better in maize than other crops. The study indicated that fodder maize, variety African tall could be successfully and cost effectively cultivated in partially shaded homegardens to enhance quality forage production. Maize also exhibited comparable yield and better quality than hybrid napier, the conventional grass grown in homegarden
Nutritional and antinutritional profiling of mulberry genetic resources amenable for animal feed
Authors: Mithilasri M. , Parthiban K.T. , Shankar S.M.
Published: September 2023

The present investigation aimed to provide nutritional and anti-nutritional profiling for fodder quality of twentyone mulberry genotypes. The genotypes were evaluated for various nutritional and anti-nutritional factors viz., moisture content, crude protein, crude fiber, crude fat, carbohydrate, ash, phenol, tannin, nitrate, saponin and flavonoids. Results showed that the crude protein varied significantly (P≤0.05) from 7.79 (ME-0663) to 34.06% (ME-0220). The mulberry genotype MI-0663 had the highest moisture content (77.53%) and ME-0001 had the lowest moisture content (64.72%). Crude fat content was high in ME-0109 (8.50%) and low in MI-0034 (2.49%). Crude fibre differed significantly from 7.55% (MI-0615) to 21.85% (MI-0536) and the carbohydrate ranged between 14.39 to 21.62%. Polyphenols recorded below the toxic level range varied from 0.72% (ME- 0220) to 2.92% (ME-0025) and tannin contents significantly (P≤0.05) varied from 1.23% (ME-0220) to 3.32% (ME-0025). The nitrate content was high in MI-0663 (0.165%) and low in MI-0017(0.026%). This study indicated that mulberry leaves had high protein content with low anti-nutritional factors, and these could be exploited as potential feed resources for livestock.
Shipboard Inclinometers - What do they Really Tell us?
Authors: Hutchinson Bruce
Published: September 2023

The genesis of the following is a sea story. Actually, not a sea story, but any member of a familiar class of sea stories, honestly and earnestly told, that report extreme roll angles challenging credibility. The observations reported in such stories are true, but the innocent tellers lack true insight and understanding of what those observations actually signify. It is the aim of this paper to elucidate the kinematics, and certain dynamic aspects, of shipboard inclinometers, which play a prominent role in such sea stories, and more generally are widely misunderstood.
Optimal Double Slope Parameter Prediction for Marine Bearings with ML
Authors: Rossopoulos Georgios N. , Papadopoulos Christos I.
Published: September 2023

This study presents a methodology to predict the optimal double slope design for heavily misaligned marine journal bearings. Focusing on the optimal geometric parameters for maximizing the 'effective pressure' area and minimizing the maximum local pressure exerted on the bearing surface. The aft stern-tube bearing design is modeled parametrically, considering an elastic shaft and utilizing a computational approach to solve the Reynolds equation. A general-purpose optimizer is used to calculate the Pareto optimum geometries and then the generated dataset is utilized to train ML algorithms able to determine the optimum single and double slope under normal and extreme operating conditions.
Fiber Optic Distributed Temperature Sensing to Monitor Ships’ Electrical Assets
Authors: Tomasi Giovanni , DeLoge Rickey , Nemarich Christopher
Published: September 2023

The paper will provide an overview of the fiber optic distributed temperature sensing (DTS) technology, its most prevalent uses, and the efforts undertaken to adapt the technology for shipboard applications including the work performed to date related to electrical assets, with the next steps required for full-scale implementation on naval combatants to optimize the monitoring and detection of temperature related conditions and reduce ship operating and support (O&S) costs.
Workshop Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Bagi Guru Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Ilham S Muhammad , Ramadhani Dita Mulyana , Hasanah Uhwah , Kafrawi Kafrawi , Nurfitri Nurfitri
Published: September 2023

Di zaman modern ini, guru dituntut untuk mampu mengembangkan pembelajaran sekreatif mungkin untuk memenuhi kompetensi pembelajaran. Guru diharapkan mampu menguasai perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi, Guru dapat membuat konten pembelajaran yang memuat teks, animasi, video, audio, hingga permainan sehingga media tersebut bersifat interaktif. Hal ini akan membuat guru semakin kreatif dan membuat suasana pembelajaran lebih menarik. Salah satu kegiatan yang bisa meningkatkan keterampilan guru yaitu Workshop Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Bagi Guru Sekolah Dasar. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan di Sekolah Dasar Negeri 2 Kampung Baru Kabupaten Majene. Metode yang digunakan adalah tayangan, tayangan, dan tes. Teknik pengumpulan data berupa observasi dan tes.Jumlah peserta dalam kegiatan ini yaitu 12 orang. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah memfasilitasi guru dalam mengetahui, memilih, dan mengembangkan media pembelajaran interaktif. Hasil evaluasi pelaksanaan kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa 100% peserta sangat setuju bahwa kegiatan Workshop membantu proses pembelajaran dan menambah pengetahuan tentang media pembelajaran interaktif.
Evolution Study Of Mass Customization And Its SWOT Analysis For Business Management Practices
Authors: Yagnesh Purohit,  , Shilpa Parkhi
Published: September 2023

This paper checks challenges and prospectus related to mass customization as a management tool for growth of business. The mass production and customize production are two opposite poles for style of production. So, when we going for mass customization that means both extremities are getting balanced and meeting in between somewhere.

The firms need some management tool which can enable them to achieve high productivity with lean losses and full customer delight. The managers also believe that along with external customers, the internal customership contains the same weightage of importance. And the challenge is, this management tool should support both external and internal customer delight. The mass customization has capability to cater this challenge of modern managers.

The study of literature about mass customization was carried out. And it’s found that while implementing mass customization firms faced many challenges and ripped advantages too. The implementation is done either in all areas of management or for some localized department. For this research paper, based on the literature review Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Threat (SWOT) analysis is carried out to check out how mass customization can enhance management results in growth of business. A successful implementation of mass customization is not as easy as it looks, but its implementation can be a game changer.

Many industries, mainly automobile industries, have already implemented mass customization for supply of parts as they must deliver a product in large numbers. Many other implementations of mass customization are operational today, such as software-based product configurations that make it possible to add and/or change functionalities of a core product or to build fully customized assembled products start to end. These are not perfect mass customization examples in the original sense, but they achieved the point of balance between mass production and customized production.

As SWOT analysis reveals there are many strengthening examples and plenty of opportunities waiting to get explored for mass customizations in management domain. The company can create a great impact by developing customer-trusted brands. And this can be done with strategic implementation of mass customization in different domains of management like productivity, resource management, supply chain etc. In the era of industry 4.0, a win-win situation can be achieved by achieving economization of scale and customer delight by implementing mass customization.
An ultrathin nanocellulosic ion redistributor for long-life zinc anode
Authors: Huang Jing , Yu Le , Wang Sijun , Qi Luhe , Lu Ziyang , Chen Lu , Xu Dingfeng , Deng Hongbing , Chen Chaoji
Published: September 2023

Metallic zinc (Zn) has garnered extensive research interest as a promising anode candidate for aqueous zinc batteries (AZBs) owing to its high theoretical capacity and low redox potential. However, its practical application is severely plagued by the issue of uncontrolled Zn dendritic growth and short lifetime mainly as a result of nonuniform Zn-ion (Zn2+) flux distribution across the Zn anode/electrolyte interface. Herein, we propose a feasible and efficient strategy to homogenize the ion flux by building an ultrathin cellulose nanofiber (U-CNF, thickness of less than 1 μm) ion redistributor from waste biomass, which shows remarkable talent in addressing the dendrite formation issue without compromising the low-cost and environmentally friendly nature of AZBs. With this interfacial design, exceptional long-cycle-life (over 2500 h at 1 mA cm−2), excellent rate capability (low voltage hysteresis of 238 mV at 40 mA cm−2), and high reversibility (average Coulombic efficiency of 99.14% over 850 cycles) of Zn plating/stripping performance are synchronously realized. Furthermore, the long-term cyclability and reliability of practical Zn||MnO2 batteries are also demonstrated with the incorporation of the U-CNF ion redistributor. Considering the simplicity and effectiveness, this proof-of-concept study may imply a promising physical route toward dendrite-free Zn anode for AZBs.
Dynamic functional connectivity assesses the progression of Parkinson’s disease
Authors: Li Zhibao , Chen Wei , Zeng Xiaoyu , Ni Jun , Guo Yuzhu , Zhang Hua , Li Yang , Ma Yina , Meng Fangang
Published: September 2023

Parkinson’s disease (PD) induces functional connectivity (FC) changes during its course. However, the impact of PD progression on the temporal properties of FC remains ambiguous. In the current study, we aimed to uncover longitudinal shifts in dynamic FC (DFC) temporal properties of brain networks during PD progression, proposing a novel biomarker for PD progression evaluation. We conducted a longitudinal study on 45 PD patients from the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative database. Patients underwent dual-timepoint neurological assessments and resting-state fMRI scans at baseline and 1-4 years of subsequent follow-up. The sliding-window technique and k-means clustering were employed to scrutinize DFC patterns of the entire brain network, including individual cortical subnetworks and subcortical nuclei (SN) at every timepoint. From this analysis, DFC analyses revealed two predominant states: a high-frequency sparse FC state and a low-frequency intense FC state. For the entire brain network, the mean dwell time (MDT) in the sparse FC state diminished with PD progression, and this decrease was closely tied to motor deterioration. Concerning cortical subnetworks and SN, MDTs in the sparse FC state reduced at the second timepoint in both visual (VN) and limbic networks (LN) linked with the SN. The MDT reduction in LN-SN positively correlated with cognitive decline, while the MDT reduction in VN-SN showed a strong link with motor degradation. These results emphasize that DFC might offer insights into the evolving brain dynamics in PD patients over the disease's course, underscoring its prospective utility as a progression biomarker.
The Impact of Federal Job Guarantee Programs: Benefits and Disadvantages
Authors: Angelov Ivaylo
Published: September 2023

The concept of a Federal Job Guarantee (FJG) program has garnered considerable attention in economic and political circles. The FJG entails the government providing employment opportunities to all eligible citizens, aiming to ensure full employment and alleviate poverty. This paper examines the potential benefits and disadvantages of implementing such a program on the national economy, labor market, and society. Through a comprehensive analysis of theoretical frameworks, empirical evidence, and real-world case studies, this paper sheds light on the potential implications of the Federal Job Guarantee.
NEXUS BETWEEN PUBLIC DEBT AND NIGERIA ECONOMY
Authors: Nonso Okoye , Wisdom Okere , Chimarume Ubah , Chisom Ezeaku
Published: September 2023

The research work evaluated the impact of public debt on Nigeria economy. The major problem that led to this study was how Nigeria has been borrowing continually without a corresponding increase in the Economic growth and development. Nigeria has been trapped in debt servicing that has taken a greater percentage in our National Budget. The specific objectives of this study are: To evaluate the effect of public debt on Nigeria economy growth. To ascertain the effect of domestic debt on Nigeria economy growth. To examine the effect of external debt on Nigeria economy growth. This research work was anchored on Richardo theory of public debt which suggests that to finance public expenditure appropriately, there must be an external source of fund. Being an ex post facto research design, data was collected from secondary source i.e world bank, ministry of finance, central bank of Nigeria statistical bulletin report. SPSS was used in running the analysis. The findings of this study are: Public debt has positive and significant relationship on Nigeria economy growth, Domestic debt has no significant impact on Nigeria economy growth, External debt does not have significant effect on Nigeria economy growth. The study recommended amongst others, that the government should look more better ways of generating funds apart from borrowing. In the aspect of domestic debt, that the government should make use of our local institutions more than meeting private individuals. In the aspect of external debt, that the government should reduce the way the source money externally because the duties of servicing debt is more tedious than the main loan itself.
Capítulo 14: Plan de marketing estratégico para los operadores ecoturísticos de la ciudad de Valledupar – Cesar - Colombia
Authors:   Universidad Popular del Cesar, Méndez Sánchez Andrea Marcela , Guerra Vargas Jailín Daniela ,   Universidad Popular del Cesar
Published: September 2023

La investigación tuvo como objetivo diseñar un plan de marketing estratégico para los operadores ecoturísticos de Valledupar, basado en los conceptos de David (2013), Kotler y Armstrong (2013) y D'Alessio (2013), con el fin de promover su posicionamiento en los mercados nacionales e internacionales. El diseño de investigación fue descriptivo, no experimental y de campo. Se recopiló información a través de cuestionarios aplicados a una muestra de 36 operadores ecoturísticos seleccionados de manera aleatoria. También se utilizaron matrices de diagnóstico y contraste, así como técnicas de análisis estadístico. El estudio incluyó un diagnóstico situacional que condujo a la identificación de estrategias, establecimiento de objetivos y estrategias operativas, y el desarrollo del marketing mix de servicios. Los resultados revelaron que las empresas estudiadas no están aprovechando al máximo sus fortalezas y tienen debilidades internas que dificultan su capacidad para aprovechar las oportunidades y enfrentar las amenazas. Se requiere implementar estrategias que mejoren la rentabilidad, competitividad y satisfacción de los visitantes, a través del desarrollo de servicios, la exploración de nuevos mercados y un posicionamiento efectivo. Por lo anterior, es fundamental llevar a cabo acciones basadas en el marketing mix para lograr una posición competitiva en el mercado de servicios ecoturísticos.
Influence of Internalized Moral Perspective on Resilience of the Kenyan Health System
Authors: Kemunto Osoro Joan , Linge Teresia K.K.
Published: September 2023

Internalized Moral Perspective is a construct of authentic leadership. It provides moral reasoning which confers self-regulation to individuals, organizations and systems in the face of acute and chronic shocks. This paper looks at internalized moral perspective through the lens of two sub-constructs: capability approach and consequential evaluation. The Study was carried out between March and September 2022 – response phase of pandemic response. The sampling frame consisted of Level 5 and 6 hospitals that served 8 counties identified as high risk for COVID-19 in Kenya. A modified Authentic Leadership Questionnaire was administered face-to-face, through email or through WhatsApp. Twenty six (26) hospitals responded (two Level 6, and twenty-four Level 5 hospitals). The Study revealed a high score of Internalized Moral Perspective = 17.9.  Nakuru and Garissa County expressed the highest level of Internalized Moral perspective while Kakamega had the lowest expression. There was a weak positive linear correlation with Resilience Index (rho = 0.147) and a good path analysis (t = 2.016, p <0.05). Thus, the Study rejected the null hypothesis that stated, internalized moral perspective does not influence resilience index in the Kenyan health system. The Study concluded that internalized moral perspective not only confers resilience to the Kenyan health system, but is also an opportunity for growth in order to confer cultural competence to the leaders. The Study recommended increased experience sharing in disaster response and adoption of crisis outreach model for mental health. Experience sharing needs to be not only in-hospital but also, inter-hospital and inter-county for better resilience. Channels include: continuous medical education, conferences, seminars, workshops and publications.
Prevalence of Symptoms of PTSD among Inpatients with Substance Use Disorders in Drug Rehabilitation Centres in Nairobi, Kenya
Authors: Onyango Audrey , Kihara Michael , Nyagwencha Stella
Published: September 2023

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) are two mental conditions that often coexist and can exacerbate each other's effects. The study aimed to establish the prevalence of symptoms of PTSD in a sample of 178 individuals undergoing substance use rehabilitation in Nairobi, Kenya. This study employed a quantitative, correlational approach. Data was collected using a customized socio-demographic questionnaire and the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Checklist (PCL 5). Analysis used the Statistical Package for Social Scientists Version 28 (SPSS v. 28). The results indicated that 42.7% of participants exhibited symptoms of PTSD. Regarding socio-demographic characteristics, the prevalence of PTSD was higher in females (50.0%) in those aged between 18 -27 years (50.0%) in the widowed (50.0%), those who had completed college (50.0%) and the unemployed (48.3%). A further analysis to determine whether the prevalence is associated with various socio-demographic characteristics; gender, age, marital status, level of education, and employment status showed no statistically significant association. Consequently, the study recommends ongoing PTSD screenings for individuals in inpatient treatment centres to enhance the likelihood of successful treatment outcomes.
Seasonal variation of the primary productivity of Foy’s Lake in Chattogram, Bangladesh
Authors: Afsar Hossain Mohammad , Rana Saifuddin , Shimul Arfine , Ahmad Al Nahid Sk.
Published: September 2023

A six-month-old female cat and a four-month-old kitten were admitted to the hospital with the record of paracetamol administration and symptoms of facial and paw edema, cyanotic mucous membrane, dullness and depression, dehydration and loss of appetite. Based on history and clinical examinations, it was diagnosed to be a case of paracetamol poisoning and treated with acetylcysteine tablets at 150mg/kg body weight orally for the first time followed by 75mg/kg body weight orally for every 6-hours interval for seventeen times in the cat and ten times in the kitten. As a supportive treatment, two cats were given ascorbic acid at 30mg/kg body weight for three times a day for subsequent three days, as well as intravenous fluid therapy depending on severity. After careful treatment, both two cats were recovered successfully
Surgical correction of a complete diaphyseal humeral fracture of Brahminy kite -a case report
Authors: Sarker Debashish , Pau Thomby , Kumar Yadav Saroj , Chandra Das Bhajan
Published: September 2023

A young Brahminy kite (Haliastur indus) weighing 600g was presented to the Shahedul Alam Quadary Teaching Veterinary Hospital, at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, with a history of trauma due to collision with electric wire, which was unable to fly. Physical examination revealed temperature106ºF, depressed bird with bluish discoloration of subcutaneous tissue from shoulder to elbow joint of right wing and radiographic examination showed complete transverse diaphyseal right humeral fracture. Retrograde intramedullary pinning was done under general anesthesia with diazepam and ketamine combination. Post-operative radiograph confirmed the implant was in position. The total anesthetic period of the surgery was 60 minutes. The present study suggests that, intramedullary pinning can be successfully used for humeral fracture management in kite with proper anesthetic protocol. Postoperative care is very important for a successful outcome in avian orthopedics.
Effects of different extenders on preservation of Jamunapari buck semen
Authors: Billah Reza Md. Moktadir , Yadav Usha , Jit Yadav Chandra , Maksud Ul Alam , Md. , Chandra Das Bhajan , Hasan Tanjila , Azizunnesa
Published: September 2023

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of different extenders on the quality of Jamunapari buck semen. Semen was collected from three adult Jamunapari bucks by Artificial Vagina (AV) method once a week. Immediate after collection, fresh semen was evaluated for recording its quality including volume, color, density, concentration, mass motility, pH and membrane potentiality. Each semen sample was divided into two groups; one for chill and another for cryo-preservation. Three different types of semen extenders; Tris (T), Skim milk (S) and Skim milk D-glucose (SD) were added in each group of semen dividing into three parts and then preserved accordingly. Chilled semen was evaluated on day 2 and day 4 of chilling at refrigerator (4ºC) and frozen semen on day 5 and day 12 of cryopreservation at liquid nitrogen (LN2). Preserved semen was evaluated for motility, viability, membrane potentiality (HOS test) and morphology. Average volume, mass motility, and sperm concentration were 1.22±0.26 ml, 4.01±0.67and 3.13±0.27×109 /ml, respectively. The motility, viability, normal morphology and membrane potentiality and pH were 86.67.5±3.00, 82.13±2.18, and 96.52±1.69, 83.2±3.20, and 6.74±0.28, respectively. The quality of chill semen was the best in Trisbased extender (P
Ascertaining the productivity and economic profitability of broiler chicken fed compound diet supplemented with herbal product
Authors: Masudul Alam Md. , Abul Hossain Mohammad , Ghosh Supon , Zaman Sharmin
Published: September 2023

The study was conducted to investigate the effects of herbal liver tonic (superliv) on the growth performance, meat yield, viability and cost benefit analyses of broiler from day-old to 28 days. The chicks were raised on the floor of an open-sided housing condition. Ready-made starter diet (crumble) was fed the birds up to 16 days after that, grower (pellet) diet was fed the broiler from d17 to 28 days. The water was treated with superliv at the rate of (1ml/L), (1.5 ml/L) and (2ml/L), in D2, D3 and D4 groups, respectively, and supplied the birds ad libitum. The data revealed that feed intake (FI) and viability (%) of broilers were unaffected (P>0.05) between treatment on 28 days. Significantly highest body weight (BW) (1661.90 g/b) was found in the bird of superliv supplemented (D2) group. Improved (P
Levels of three heavy metals in ground water and cereals in Chattogram Division, Bangladesh
Authors: Akther Shireen , Shahan Shahriar Sha Md. , Rahim Badsha Md. , Alam Kauser-UL , Sultana Jothi Jakia , Sultana Afroza
Published: September 2023

Heavy metals determination in cereals and vegetables is one of the vital interests, because of their essential or toxic nature. In order to assess the levels and the impact of different toxic metals on human health, a study was carried out to determine the concentration of different toxic metals present in ground water and edible cereals (rice, wheat, and maize), which are grown in Chattogram area of Bangladesh. The concentrations of three heavy metals, Lead (Pb), Chromium (Cr) and Copper (Cu) in ground water and three varieties of cereals were determined by using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS). Results on ground water showed that the mean concentrations of Pb content were within the permissible limits in terms of Bangladesh Drinking water standards, but exceeds the WHO Drinking Water Standards (WHODWS), US Environmental Protection Agency Drinking Water Standards (USEPADWS) values. However, Cr and Cu content were within the permissible limits in terms of Bangladesh Drinking water standards, WHODWS and USEPADWS values, respectively. The concentrations of Pb, Cr and Cu in rice ranged from 0.853 to 9.265mg/L, 0.096 to 0.475µg/L and 0.096 to 0.562mg/L; in wheat,from 0.363 to7.523 mg/L, 0.056 to 0.284 µg/L and 0.065 to 0.326 mg/L; in maize, from 0.739 to 8.372 mg/L, 0.058 to 0.248 µg/L and 0.036 to 0.478 mg/L, respectively. Thus, awareness should be raised among the people about the adverse health effects of these metals. The carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks of Pb, Cr and Cu for human health is a matter of concern
Strategy Marketing In Increase Amount Customer Financing Bank Sharia In Indramayu
Authors: Sharifah
Published: September 2023

This article aims to explore how marketing strategies are used to increase the number of financing customers at Bank Jabar Banten Syariah KCP Indramayu, and what are the obstacles faced by marketing lending in increasing the number of financing customers at Bank Jabar Banten Syariah KCP Indramayu. The research method used in this study is a type of field research using qualitative research methods. The research method used to examine the condition of natural objects that describe a data in the form of writing, pictures, and numbers that have been obtained in the form of a narrative. From the research results obtained, the marketing strategy used by Bank Jabar Banten Syariah KCP Indramayu is a strategy that is used in general such as the marketing mix which includes product, price, distribution, promotion by advertising, personal selling, sales promotion and also publicity. Apart from using this strategy, there are several more specific strategies, namely by conducting a Memorendum of Understanding (MoU), Top Up and outreach. And the obstacles faced by marketing lending are rate competition for third party funds with other banks, obstacles in the process of disbursing funds which can be considered quite long compared to other banks. And another obstacle is the lack of understanding from the public about Islamic Banks.
Meaning of Knowledgeable Person (Analysis of Al-Quran Surah Az-Zumar verse: 9)
Authors: Isri Lailatussa’idah
Published: September 2023

Writing this paper aims to learn to understand and know the meaning of the verses of the Qur'an and to provide knowledge to all of us, especially Muslims, so that we educate children with sincerity and responsibility. This study concludes that what is meant by people who know are people who know the rewards will be received, because of their good deeds and the punishment they will receive if they commit immorality. Meanwhile, those who do not know are those who do not know at all because they do not have the slightest hope of getting a reward for their good deeds and do not expect to be punished and their bad deeds at all.
Concepts Of Education In Islamic Perspective (Analysis of Al-Qur’an Verse Al-Mujadalah: 11)
Authors: Ibnu Rusydi  , Mochammad Asep Nurrochmat
Published: September 2023

Basically the meaning of knowledge in Arabic terminology means in-depth knowledge. Knowledge of the nature of things, both sensory and non-empirical supra-sensory issues. This knowledge can be obtained through learning, both formal and non-formal, where the purpose of this is to make humans have a high degree by humans and by Him. For Muslims, science is closely related to belief in the revealed Qur'an and understanding of life and the created universe. Through education, it is hoped that creative people will be born, able to think independently, able to carry out research, discoveries and so on, which attitude is highly recommended in the Al-Quran. The implementation of Islamic education must consider the principles of scientific development in accordance with the instructions of the Qur'an. Education also brings people to be more able to grasp the wisdom behind knowledge, namely the secret of the majesty of Allah Ta'ala, from this it will strengthen the faith, increase worship and noble morals.
Building a Qur'anic Paradigm
Authors: Mahwiyah  , Ayyas Sabilul M  , Early Fitriyani  , Niken Princess Liana
Published: September 2023

This Qur'anic paradigm is very important for modern life because as you already know that the Qur'an for Muslims is primary guide and resource in all areas of life. Well, the Koran itself directs us to walk on the shirathal mustaqiim interpreted as a way straight God SWT so that Then We can end          task life in a manner husnul khatimah. So, we as humans are required to make the Qur'an the solution to all life's problems. Al-Qur'an for people Islam is source primary in all facet life. The Qur'an is a source of teachings on theology, law, tasawuf, thought, reform, education, morals and other aspects. No only that, the Qur'an is also a benchmark of right or wrong, good or bad, And beautiful or Bad. In the end, the Qur'anic paradigm is in line with the goals of Islamic education, namely worshiping Allah SWT (QS Al-Dzariyat: 56). In other words, the Qur'anic paradigm must create Muslim individuals who believe and fear of Allah SWT who can lead people to achieve inner happiness the life of this world and the hereafter
建筑学中绿色建筑设计的发展趋势分析
Authors: 熊 浩然 , 陈 卓 , 王 成钢 , 逄 雪
Published: September 2023

随着建筑施工带来的生态环境的破坏，人们对于绿色环保、绿色建筑的需求越来越迫切。发展绿色生态建设不仅是政府的决策支持，也是人与自然和谐发展的必然要求。绿色建筑设计就是在满足人们最大需求的同时，维护人与自然的和谐发展，尽量减少对资源的使用和环境的破坏，做到因地制宜，利用科学合理的技术促进建筑业的可持续发展。
建筑暖通空调节能优化设计策略探讨
Authors: 王 月月
Published: September 2023

现阶段，暖通空调系统已经成了建筑中不可或缺的重要结构，系统运行情况直接关系到室内空气质量和环境温度，进而影响到人们的居住感受。加强对暖通空调节能系统的优化，实施对整个系统的自动化、智能化管理，确保系统运行的稳定性，进一步降低系统能耗，建筑运行成本也会有所下降，有利于推动建筑行业的可持续发展进程。
浅谈建筑工程管理及施工质量控制的有效方法
Authors: 李 柏庆
Published: September 2023

随着经济和建筑业的快速发展，城市化的不断深入，建筑行业在城市建筑中所起的作用越来越大，支撑性地位越来越突出。为了满足人们对建筑质量的需求，建筑行业应当要通过适当的措施来提高建筑工程管理，通过对施工质量和管理进行有效控制，全面提高工程的质量。因此，本文以建筑工程管理为探讨核心，分析提升建筑工程质量的相关控制方法，以期推进建筑工程行业快速发展。
房屋建筑施工中墙体裂缝的防治与处理技术
Authors: 李 岗
Published: September 2023

由于墙体裂缝的普遍性以及多发性，在对房屋建筑工程质量缺陷进行治理时，墙体裂缝往往因为多种因素出现不同形式以及不同程度的裂缝，这对房屋建筑的美观性和安全性都造成了极大的影响。因此，分析房屋建筑施工过程中墙体裂缝的防治技术是十分必要的。本文对房屋建筑施工中墙体裂缝的防治与处理技术进行探讨。
建筑工程管理创新及绿色施工管理方法探析
Authors: 袁 宁
Published: September 2023

为了新时代社会可持续发展的要求，利用先进的科学技术，不断地探索新型能源的应用和发展，是每个国家都在积极推进的主要研究项目。目前一些常规能源的应用及开发已经到了临界点，所暴露出来的环境问题愈发严重，为了响应《联合国气候变化框架公约》《京都议定书》《巴黎协定》，达到节能环保，新能源的开发已经迫在眉睫。想在建筑行业当中取得领先，需要对这一领域的技术研发及自身的管理进行创新，不断探索绿色施工的途径和方式，才能使建筑工程实现可持续发展。
建筑工程监理工作要点探究
Authors: 倪 建
Published: September 2023

在现代社会经济发展的大背景下，中国的建设项目也取得了良好发展，建设项目规模比原有规模进一步扩大。为了使企业能够在激烈的市场竞争中长期发展，它必须充分认识到业主的重要性，严格控制施工项目的质量，并确保各个方面都达到相应的标准。在实际施工过程中，需要进一步加强施工监理工作，在各个施工链上实施，合理解决现有质量问题，避免施工安全问题，有效提高施工质量。
精细化管理在建筑工程施工中的应用研究
Authors: 李 庆
Published: September 2023

当前市场发展形势中，建筑企业之间的竞争越来越激烈，通过采用精细化施工管理理念，能够有效提升施工团队的整体性，形成科学合理的考核机制，施工计划的制定也会更加完善，从而确保企业占据更大的市场份额。文中分析了精细化管理在建筑工程管理中的重要作用以及建筑工程精细化管理中存在的问题，并提出了相应的改进措施。