bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Influence of Transformational Leadership Style and Job Mutations on Employee Performance at BPJS Employment
Authors: Faradillah Faradillah , Widiyanti Marlina , Yusuf Muhammad , Adam Mohammad
Published: October 2023

This research was conducted with the aim of determining the influence of transformational leadership style and job transfers on employee performance at BPJS Employment. The population in this study is all permanent employees of BPJS Employment, South Sumatra regional office in 2022-2023, totaling 100 employees. In this research, the respondents in this research are all 100 permanent employees at BPJS Employment in 2022-2023 and all of them are the number of respondents in this research using the census technique method. The results of multiple linear analysis show that transformational leadership style and job transfer have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Transformational leadership style has a dominant influence on employee performance. Transformational leadership style, it is expected that the role of superiors needs to be an evaluation. Superiors are expected to provide enthusiasm and appreciation for employee performance results by giving awards to employees who provide good performance results and achieve achievements. Job transfers, it is hoped that the process for carrying out this rotation will need to be adjusted again. Where, if employees are often given work rotation, employees have to change their work environment and living environment.
Analysis of Curriculum Policy on the Performance of Early Childhood Education Teachers
Authors: Yasa I Made Ardika , Widiana I Wayan , Ratnaya I Gede
Published: October 2023

This research aims to analyze the impact of curriculum policies on teacher performance in the context of early childhood education. The research method used in this study is policy analysis. Data was collected through literature study, interviews with education stakeholders, and direct observation of teacher performance. The collected data was then analyzed qualitatively to identify the impact of curriculum policies on teacher performance. The research results show that curriculum policies have a significant influence on the performance of early childhood education teachers. Implementing a clear and comprehensive curriculum helps teachers develop learning plans that suit children's needs. Apart from that, a curriculum that is closely linked to teacher competency standards also encourages improvements in teachers' skills and knowledge in teaching. However, this research also identified several challenges faced by teachers in dealing with curriculum policies. This research concludes that curriculum policy plays an important role in improving the performance of early childhood education teachers. To maximize the positive impact, greater efforts need to be made to increase the support and resources available to teachers, as well as improve their training and understanding regarding the implementation of the new curriculum. Thus, it can be hoped that the quality of early childhood education will continue to improve.
Understanding and Addressing the Challenges of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST): Towards Improved Diagnosis and Treatment Strategies
Authors: Ramzi Ali , Perwita Alma Dyah , Salsabila Dinda , Putri Trisna Ayu Kurnia , Azmi Ulul
Published: October 2023

Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a prevalent mesenchymal tumor affecting the digestive tract, with the stomach being the most common location. While some GIST cases are sporadic with no known risk factors, certain factors like age and genetic abnormalities increase the risk. Early diagnosis of GIST remains challenging due to atypical symptoms, leading to late diagnoses and reduced survival rates. This research aims to identify specific risk factors related to local populations, develop accurate early diagnosis methods, and formulate more effective treatment strategies. The study involves a retrospective observational approach, collecting data from medical records of GIST patients and analyzing risk factors and treatment outcomes. The results highlight the increasing prevalence of GIST globally, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and early diagnosis. Challenges in early diagnosis and treatment underscore the importance of public awareness, medical education, and collaborative efforts for better GIST management. This research offers implications for the development of diagnostic guidelines and more effective treatment approaches, ultimately improving the prognosis and quality of life for GIST patients.
Application of descriptive statistics methods to Kazakhstan stock market
Authors: Maulenov A. O.
Published: October 2023

The article discusses the methods of descriptive statistics and its application for the most liquid shares of the Kazakhstan stock market KASE (trading codes: HSBK, KZTK, CCBN, KZTO, KCEL, KEGC, KZKAK) from 2007 to 2022. Descriptive statistics are calculated for each stock, such as average return, variance, sample range, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, kurtosis, and skewness. The coefficients of the regression equation and the coefficient of determination R2 are estimated, which show the relationship between the market return and the return on an individual stock. The comparative analysis of index growth of stocks was carried out from 2013 to 2022. The histogram of the frequency distribution of KASE market returns based on annual and monthly periods and its empirical distribution function have been constructed. The hypothesis about the normal distribution of returns according to the Pearson criterion was tested. The distributions of returns for many stocks do not fully correspond to the normal distribution and have a positive skewness, i.e. have a long tail on the right side. The market curve has been constructed that characterizes the dependence of stock returns on the level of risk. According to this curve, it is established that HSBK stocks are the most risky of all the considered stocks, undervalued and attractive investments for investors using an aggressive investment strategy. KEGC stocks are less risky and very attractive investments for investors who use a more conservative investment strategy in the Kazakhstani stock market.
Prospects of public-private partnership development in Kazakhstan
Authors: Smagulova Sh. A. , Abdulina B. A. , Saiymova M. D. , Babazhanova Zh.
Published: October 2023

The form of PPP is a mutually beneficial cooperation between government and business to stimulate the growth of the national economy. The goal is to carry out an economic analysis, reveal the problems and present the prospects for the development of PPP in the face of uncertainty and the global recession. The scientific significance of the article is based on a critical study of foreign primary sources on the analysis of PPP contracts in the economy of developed countries and in the sectors of Kazakhstan. The study used the following methods a review of bibliography, statistics, logic, SWOT analysis. The results are obtained in the work the experience of advanced countries in optimizing costs, the share of state participation, the importance of institutional design is considered; the expediency of developing a form of PPP in the context of a joint decision of business and the state on the construction of infrastructure and tourist facilities is substantiated; analyzed the project “Bakad”; implemented SWOT analysis of BAKAD; a study of the level of provision of sanatorium-and-spa services was carried out; the project of tourism in the Southern region is shown; highlighted the problems of execution of PPP contracts to reduce investment, lack of funding and digitalization of tour packages; presents the prospects for PPP activities in Kazakhstan. The value of the study is expressed in the implementation of recommendations for improving the formation of PPP projects in crisis conditions.
Index of economic complexity, its impact and relationship with unemployment rate
Authors: Sadenova A. M. , Kozlova M. V. , Suieubayeva S. N. , Seregina E. R.
Published: October 2023

The essence of economic complexity is that some of the biggest social problems of our time begin to make sense only if we look at the systemic interactions that give rise to them. As an example of a systematic interaction, it is suggested that we look at the unemployment rate. Analyzing economic complexity offers a broad framework that can be applied to many social indicators. On issues related to social employment, the hypothesis of a relationship between a country's economic complexity and the unemployment rate is born. The discussion begins by examining how humans have been able to compartmentalize the process of knowledge production and organize complex interdependencies that in turn create extraordinary technologies. The purpose of this study is to prove or disprove the hypothesized relationship between the economic complexity index and the unemployment rate. Using the correlation and regression model, it was possible to identify an indirect relationship between the two indicators under study, thereby confirming the above hypothesis. Economic complexity offers a potentially powerful paradigm for understanding the key social issues and challenges of our time. Growth, development, technological change, income inequality and even unemployment are the visible results of hidden systemic interactions. Understanding the structure of these interactions and how they shape different socio-economic processes is therefore important in the study of economic complexity. The findings shed new light on the potential of economic complexity to track and predict the innovation potential of countries and interpret temporal dynamics. Economic growth could possibly pave the way for better and more unemployed populations.
Professional management knowledge as a factor of accelerated development of Kazakhstan
Authors: Tsekhovoy A. Ph. , Stepanov A. V. , Nekrassova N. A. , Zholtayeva A. S.
Published: October 2023

The article describes the domestic experience of large-scale implementation of project management and the creation of a Management Knowledge Center at Satbayev University as a segment of a research hub of modern technologies and support for the development of competencies of managers of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). The authors focus on the problem of inconsistency of the level of managerial knowledge of Kazakhstani small business managers with the current needs of the development of companies in the dynamics of market relations, its analysis and solution. The article proposes an approach to identifying the technological maturity of an enterprise in the field of management. Scientific methods such as bibliometric analysis, keyword analysis, generalization, comparison, analysis, synthesis, classification, expert evaluation, factor analysis, embedded observation method, etc. were used in the course of the study. When choosing and forming productive management models, one of the principles of the agile-approach is applied – simplicity is the art of maximizing the amount of work that does not need to be done. The concept of enterprise management based on the ideas and principles of Agile-technologies is proposed to increase the share of their contribution to the gross domestic product of the country (GDP), contributing to an increase in the level of professional managerial competencies of the head of the organization. The process of preparation of the domestic system of formation, transfer and assessment of knowledge of owners and managers of SMEs in Kazakhstan is reflected. The obtained results and recommendations of the study, with their large-scale implementation, will significantly increase the contribution of SMEs both to the country's GDP and to the development of innovative technologies, provided that the organization's team must continuously explore and analyze possible ways to improve the efficiency of its own work, constantly exchange information on the project, be motivated and have the resources for this.
Child development assessment on preschoolers (3-5 years old) isolated from school in the pandemic
Authors: Motiska Martina Konzen , Grave Magali Quevedo , Valler Fernanda Carolina , Nervis Daniele , Périco Eduardo , Jaeger Lydia Koetz , Dhein Gisele , Fleig Tania Cristina
Published: October 2023

Introduction. Covid-19 has led education networks to adapt their methodologies, using online resources to communicate with students. Objective. To evaluate the psychomotor development on preschoolers (3-5 years old), who returned to kindergarten after an extended absence. Method. Exploratory, descriptive, and cross-sectional study, with quantitative analysis, through Denver II, an assessing protocol for social, language, fine and gross motor skills development in typical children. Results. 34 children participated (average 47.1 months; SD:7.90); 97.05% have skills deficiencies expected for their age groups, with a higher delay prevalence in language, adaptive fine motor, and social skills. Conclusion. School withdrawal led to impairment in the psychomotor acquisition skills on kindergarten children.
Determinação de metais em alimentos enlatados: análise em embalagens íntegras e avariadas de ervilha, milho, abacaxi e pêssego
Authors: Dainez Fernanda Presbítero de Albuquerque , De Abreu Edeli Simioni
Published: October 2023

A qualidade dos alimentos depende, além dos aspectos nutricionais, dos métodos de produção, da manufatura, da disposição, do transporte e do armazenamento. As embalagens de alimentos vêm melhorando com as evoluções tecnológicas, com folhas de espessura menor e materiais alternativos para a produção das latas, além das reduções de custo. É necessário que o monitoramento dessas embalagens seja feito, para verificar as interações dos materiais com os alimentos que serão armazenados nas mesmas, pois das interações podem derivar contaminações e reações tóxicas para o consumidor. Trinta elementos da tabela periódica podem ser considerados tóxicos para os humanos. Os metais pesados que apresentam mais relatos na literatura são: mercúrio, alumínio, chumbo, estanho, cádmio, níquel, arsênio, bismuto, urânio, bário, cromo, manganês e antimônio Os metais pesados não são sintetizados ou destruídos pelo homem, a sua presença pode ser controlada com a limitação do uso dos produtos agrícolas e com a proibição da produção de alimentos nos solos contaminados. De acordo com o cenário exposto e para verificar a hipótese da contaminação por metais pesados, justifica-se determinar a concentração total de zinco (Zn), cádmio (Cd), estanho (Sn), chumbo (Pb), alumínio (AL) e ferro (Fe) em alimentos enlatados em condições normais de estocagem. Trata-se de um estudo experimental de delineamento transversal que analisou embalagens de ervilha, milho, abacaxi e pêssego enlatados, foram obtidas três marcas distintas de cada, escolhidas de forma intencional, de acordo com variação de preço (baixo, médio e elevado). Foram adquiridas duas latas de cada marca, sendo uma íntegra e outra com amassamento nas regiões intermediária ou inferior. As análises laboratoriais foram executadas no laboratório de química da Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie - UPM. Foi necessário um pré-tratamento das amostras para posterior análise. As concentrações de chumbo, cádmio, alumínio, zinco e ferro nas amostras foram avaliadas em triplicatas, através da espectrometria de absorção atômica com atomização eletrotérmica. Quanto a abertura da amostra, constatou-se que o pré-tratamento das amostras em meio ácido correspondeu à expectativa, pois empregando este método de abertura ácida, observou uma dissolução completa da amostra. A técnica empregada de espectrometria de absorção atômica com atomização eletrotérmica, também se mostrou bastante eficiente para a análise dos metais, pois as concentrações presentes na amostra, são muito baixas, permitindo usar esta técnica que apresenta alta sensibilidade. Chumbo e Cádmio não foram encontrados em nenhuma das amostras, sendo assim estão de acordo com as leis de contaminantes em alimentos, porém foram encontradas diferenças significativas de zinco, alumínio e ferro, portanto a população deve estar sempre alerta e não consumir estes alimentos em grande quantidade durante longos períodos.
Ultrasonographic endometrial classification in In Vitro Fertilization: a new approach
Authors: Asch Schuff Ricardo H. , Alkon Tamar , Zamora Ramirez Marlene L. , Suarez Jorge , Laugas Nicolas
Published: October 2023

In the context of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), we introduce an innovative approach for assessing the endometrium via transvaginal ultrasound. Diverging from previous studies that centered on the comprehensive thickness and pattern of the endometrium, our methodology scrutinizes both the absolute and relative dimensions of its external layers, relative to the aforementioned factors.

Our findings reveal a significant departure from conventional paradigms. Specifically, when the external layers of the endometrium achieve or exceed 50% of the total endometrial composition in a trilaminar configuration, a substantial enhancement in pregnancy rates is manifest. Conversely, when the proportion of external layers diminishes below 50% of endometrial thickness, a marked decline in pregnancy rates is evident.

Furthermore, within both fresh and frozen embryo transfer cycles, the presence of slender external layers corresponds to a notable absence of pregnancies. Importantly, our study underscores that pregnancies did not occur when the total endometrial thickness measured below 7mm.

The results gleaned from our comprehensive analysis, encompassing a cohort of 271 subjects, warrant replication and validation by fellow experts in the field. By corroborating these outcomes and embracing the novel classification of endometrial dynamics in IVF, clinicians and scientists can refine and optimize patient care in assisted reproductive technologies.
Quality of Work Life (QWL) and Pandemic Burnout of WFO Worker
Authors: Saputri Ike Syamsiah , Mutsbit Badril , Ratnawati Tri
Published: October 2023

A pandemic that lasts continuously and without clarity can result in the emergence of several symptoms of pandemic burnout in the community, especially employees. A prolonged pandemic can also affect the level of quality of work-life or what is commonly called Quality of work-life (QWL). QWL is one of the factors that affect employee burnout, especially for employees who work on a WFO basis. This study aims to analyze the description of Quality of work-life (QWL) in the Pandemic Burnout of WFO Workers. This article was compiled by researchers using a qualitative type of research using the literature study method (library study). The data in this study were sourced from secondary data in the form of scientific articles. The articles obtained were then analyzed using content analysis techniques to analyze and understand the contents of the articles. The results of this study indicate that Quality of work-life (QWL) is one of the factors that significantly affect pandemic burnout in employees who work during WFO.
Relationship between Intellectual Capital, Firm Performance and Leverage with Firm Values: Empirical Evident from Indonesia
Authors:   Economics and Business Faculty, Universitas Merdeka Malang,, Harmono Harmono
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between the Value Added Intellectual Capital (VAIC) components, Firm Performance and leverage on Firm Value. The validity of Firm Value measurements will be tested using Tobin's Q, Price Earnings per Share (PER), and Price to Book Value (PBV) with Assets as a control variable. The research design is explanatory research through hypothesis formulation, using panel regression. The research population is 122 manufacturing industries are listed on the Indonesian capital market, with a sample N valid of 277, observation period 2018-2020. Based on the robustness test, the model fits when the firm value uses Tobins'Q and PBV. Research findings show that Capital Employee Efficiency (CEE) and Return on Equity (ROE) positively influence Tobin'sQ. On the other hand, Firm Performance (ROA) positively influences firm value (PBV), Net Profit Margin (NPM) and leverage (DAR) negatively influence PBV. The inconsistency in research results on the influence of IC, Firm Performance, and Leverage on firm value is more caused by different measurement models. Therefore, in interpreting the relationship patterns of IC, Firm Performance and Leverage on Firm Value, must carefully based on the measurement characteristics and underlying concepts. IC, Firm Performance and Leverage substantially influence firm value, supporting previous research.
Organizational studies in brazilian context: new directions of knowledge or epistemic dependence?
Authors: Gois Marques da Cunha Anderson , Alves José Luiz
Published: October 2023

Organizational studies incorporate the political, socioeconomic and historical-cultural transformations of a nation. In Brazilian context, such research brought greater autonomy through the work of Alberto Guerreiro Ramos and Maurício Tragtenberg, precursors of the onto-epistemological construction prior to the Anglo-Saxon criticism based on mainstream of administration. The objective of the study was to understand the evolution of organizational studies in Brazilian context. For this, a systematic review of the literature was used to map the studies that bring a legitimate idea for a national theorization. The relevance of national researchers and the influence of their studies in Latin America and in the world contributed to a disentangling of dominant theories. Finally, the national constructs allowed a dialogue with the theme, and bequeathed pluriverse lenses in the analysis of discourses and contexts that keep organizational studies in evidence.
Effect of Indiscriminate Hydrocarbon Exploration on Possible Occurrence of Earthquake in some parts of Niger delta, Nigeria
Authors: Adepehin Damilare S , Ahmad Muhammad S , Omokungbe Opeyemi R
Published: October 2023

Seismic activities leading to tremors have been a subject of interest in geophysical survey. Here in, we reported the (seismic) tectonic activities of Langbodo field, an area where tremors have occurred in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. The seismic data used in this research work were analyzed using the CPillar® and the Plaxis 2D® seismic softwares. These softwares are based on sensitivity, probabilistic and finite element analyses. The variation in the depth of the exploration boreholes for the five identified locations, LCT A, LCT B, LCT C, LCT D and LCT E with respective values 7525 km, 7000 km, 8000 km, 7600 km and 9000 km showed the extent to which the underlying crust can be pressurized. The seismic information from the drilled wells revealed that the tensional force created through stress ranges from 5.517 × 10^13 N to 6.130 × 10^14 N and that of compression ranges from 3.065 × 10^14 N to 5 517 × 10^14 N. The tectonic activities of each of the locations were recorded using the seismic reflection method. This study revealed that more than 50 % of the earth tremors experienced in the area were humanly triggered. Seismic records of the areas showed that human activities that result to rapid injection of fluid into the plates, if not controlled, can trigger tremors. The magnitudes of tremors that have occurred in the five identified locations LCT A, LCT B, LCT C, LCT D and LCT E are respectively 3.50 ML, 3.20 ML, 4.20 ML, 4.00 ML and 4.32 ML. This research work however concluded that the study area is likely to witness earthquakes of about 7.0 ML magnitude should explorations continue indiscriminately. Probable occurrence of earthquakes in this location can be nipped in the bud by setting up agencies that monitor and assess subsurface pressures, quantities of injected fluid, volume of extracted fluid, and the seismicity of vulnerable regions with time.
Assessment of Groundwater Yield Potentials Zones of Idi-Ayunre using Vertical Electrical
Sounding and Geographic Information System (GIS)
Authors: Fredrick Magi F , Temitayo Olajide A , Adetayo Olajide O
Published: October 2023

To fully harness the increasing number of observations and variant data sets available and put them to efficient use in geological studies aimed at solving earth science-related problems, GIS technique is a veritable tool. The dynamic techniques and the complex nature of earth sciences is a serious cause for worry for geologists. In this work vertical electrical sounding (VES) was integrated with geographic information system (GIS) to delineate subsurface characteristics and evaluate groundwater potential zones in Idi Ayunre, Oluyole Local Government Area, Oyo State. The results of the VES curves obtained from the partial curve matching were used to constrain the interpretation by the computer using iteration software known as WINRESIST® and extended analysis on the data set was done using geostatistical analysis tool on archGIS 10.0®. The Root Mean Square (RMS) errors for the analysis were found to be very low with an average of 2.96% . This underscores the reliability of the analysis tool for this type of work. The area is dominated predominantly by Type-H curves which amassed twenty (20) out of the twenty-one (21) VES and one (1) VES producing a type-K curve. The VES results revealed a maximum of three geo-electric layers, viz: topsoil, weathered layer, bedrock respectively. The yields of wells dug in most of these locations may be insufficient, even for domestic use because of its relatively small thicknesses. However, at a depth of 7.8 m, a fractured zone occurs in VES 10 with resistivity value of 21.2 Ωm suggesting the presence of groundwater, which may be considered the main aquifer units suitable for groundwater exploration.
Estimating Geothermal Energy Resource Potential within Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria
Authors: Ephraim Garba M , Cyril Afuwai G , Ayuba Mamman G , Abaleni Joseph I
Published: October 2023

This study used aeromagnetic data of Jema’a, sheet No.188 to estimate the geothermal energy resource potential in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study area lies between latitude and N and longitude and E. Total magnetic intensity (TMI) map of the area was produced from the gridded data. Residual map was obtained by removing regional field from the TMI which was divided into 36 blocks for spectral analysis. The centroid depth (Z_0) was obtained by dividing the gradient of the lengthiest wavelength part of the spectrum by the wave number. The depth to top (Z_t) of the magnetic source was obtained from the gradient of high wave number portion of the power spectrum. The values of Z_0 and Z_t were used to obtain the values for depth to bottom of the magnetic source (Z_B). The geothermal gradient (dT/dZ) values were obtained by dividing by Z_B while the heat flow (q) values were obtained by multiplying dT/dZ by the constant k (2.51).The dT/dZ values obtained range from 13.560 to 4000.000?/km with an average value of and having the least (13.560 ?/km) around Kafanchan axis and the highest (4000.000 ?/km) around Sanga. The values range from 34.036 to 1004.00 mW m^(-2) with an average value of 118.089 mW m^(-2). The dT/dZ values were observed to be greater than 100 mW m^(-2) around Sanga and Andaha axes. The Curie depth (28 km) was deepest at the South-South, South-East and South-West regions. Since magnetic properties of minerals disappear at this temperature and thermal conductivity of rocks increases with depth, these areas are potential geothermal energy source.
Stakeholder Involvement Influence Completion of Government Funded Agricultural Projects in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas in Kenya
Authors: Akello Elizabeth , Moronge Makori
Published: October 2023

Purpose: The aim of the study was to find out how stakeholder participation influence completion of government funded agricultural projects in Arid and Semi-Arid Areas in Kenya.

Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive research design. Census was used to select a total of 109 projects and respondents from the various projects identified in the study area. The study involved the use of questionnaire method to collect data. . Secondary data was collected by a study of records and documents in various departments in the firm involved in public projects management. Qualitative data was analyzed by use of content analysis. Quantitative data was analyzed by employing descriptive statistics and inferential analysis using statistical package for social science (SPSS) version 22 and excel. Frequencies and percentages were also used to present the data.

Findings: The study concludes that stakeholder involvement is the first important factor that influence completion of government funded agricultural projects in arid and semi-arid areas The regression coefficients of the study show that stakeholder involvement has a significant influence on completion of government funded agricultural projects in arid and semi-arid areas. This shows that stakeholder involvement has a positive influence on completion of government funded agricultural projects in arid and semi-arid areas in the study area.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Stakeholders theory may be used to anchor future studies on stakeholder’s involvement in government funded agricultural projects. The study recommends for enhancement of stakeholder involvement in the projects. There is need to develop stakeholder plans that describe the project stakeholder requirements.
Intervención con el arte y las emociones para mejorar la enseñanza aprendizaje de matemáticas
Authors: Machado Ávila María de los Milagros
Published: October 2023

El objetivo de esta revisión documental fue analizar la efectividad de las intervenciones basadas en el arte y las emociones en la enseñanza y aprendizaje de matemáticas. Se siguió el protocolo de revisión PRISMA, que incluye la identificación de la pregunta de investigación, la búsqueda en bases de datos, la selección de los estudios relevantes, la extracción de la información clave y la síntesis de los resultados. Se identificaron un total de 22 estudios que cumplían con los criterios de inclusión. Estos estudios se llevaron a cabo en diferentes contextos educativos, como escuelas primarias, secundarias y superior, y utilizaron diferentes intervenciones artísticas, como el teatro, la música y la danza, para enseñar matemáticas. Los resultados de esta revisión indicaron que las intervenciones basadas en el arte y las emociones pueden tener un impacto positivo en la enseñanza y aprendizaje de matemáticas. Se encontró que estas intervenciones pueden aumentar la motivación de los estudiantes, mejorar su comprensión de los conceptos matemáticos y promover su participación en las actividades de aprendizaje. Se observó también que las intervenciones artísticas pueden facilitar la transferencia de los conocimientos matemáticos a situaciones de la vida real, lo que le da un sentido más práctico y significativo a los contenidos matemáticos. En conclusión, esta revisión documental sugiere que las intervenciones basadas en el arte y las emociones pueden ser una opción efectiva para mejorar la enseñanza y aprendizaje de matemáticas. Sin embargo, se necesitan más estudios para comprender mejor los mecanismos a través de los cuales estas intervenciones actúan y evaluar su efectividad a largo plazo.
Intra-Elite Influence towards Kenya’s 2022 General Elections
Authors: Kiplagat Ian Kibet , Juma Dr. Thomas Otieno
Published: October 2023

As Kenyans headed to elections in August 2022 which characteristically mirrored political alignments and re-alignments, it elicited mixed recitations and tensions among the political class. The two frontrunners, Raila Odinga and William Ruto saw a loss as a great threat to their political and economic interests. This was propounded by the nature of Kenyan elections that is always a high stakes affair since the political class is eager to protect their careers and business interests. The previously witnessed social tensions seemed low compared to the previous year’s elections that may be attributed to changes in political dynamics where the political elites have relatively resorted to political agendas. The issue based politics however does not elusively promise peaceful transition, but creates optimism. Despite the efforts for peaceful elections by the political elite, the intra-elite tensions possess a threat to the outcome of the vote. A highly prime scenario is the increasing verbal attacks on one another by the political class as election date drew nearer that ethnicity and economic cleavages could drive voters into unrest; a situation that could be easily overcome by conceding defeat. The already witnessed public pronouncements by the top presidential contenders to accepting the poll results and the public view of the Kenyan Judiciary being regarded one of the best in Africa creates an avenue for contestation where candidates unhappy with the election outcome resort to in limiting the possible threats of violence. The interdependent institutions at the election period have to support each other while maintaining strict neutrality. Both internal and external actors have and should even work harder to address potential sources of unrest as the country moves closer to transition. Kenya is currently the main transport and commercial hub in the East African region hence any form of violence impacts negatively much parts of the region. Use of social media sites contribute positively in political passage of information despite the risk of misinformation. It is therefore postulated that government institutions, civil society and political elites influence on their supporters will greatly sway their actions for stability, good economy, education, and external linkages afterwards.
Water Pollution in Bangalore City: A Threat to Sustainable Development Goal 6
Authors: Raghav Mr. Raghav , Richard Dr. Jonas Richard A
Published: October 2023

While there has been extensive research done on water pollution in Bangalore and its increasingly pernicious effect on local water bodies and communities, little has been done to collate information on local solutions to water pollution. This research paper aimed to research the causes of water pollution, consequences of water pollution, awareness levels of water pollution, and local suggestions and recommendations to help mitigate water pollution. Results of secondary research through literature and primary research using a google form on one hundred and three respondents showed that most residents, both within a kilometer and beyond that are aware of the presence and consequences of water pollution. However, there is much variance regarding possible solutions to water pollution in rural or slum-based communities. Nevertheless, this study narrowed down a few effective and salient suggestions to improve water pollution, such as waste relocation and watershed production.
STUDY OF THE PHYSICAL, CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES TO EVALUATE THE QUALITY OF SOME BOTTLED WATER SAMPLES IN DIWANIYAH GOVERNORATE / IRAQ
Authors: Haider AL-MIHANYA Rawaq , Hayder ALMEHANYAH Shurooq , Hayder ALMEHANYA Farqad
Published: October 2023

The main objective of the current study is to ensure obtaining pure water by determining the physical and chemical properties such as (TH, EC, pH, Ca, Mg, NO2, PO4, SO4, NO3) in addition to determining the biological properties Total bacteria account (T.P.C). For 14 samples of bottled water circulating in the markets of the city of Diwaniyah (Aafiat, Akram, Nawar, Yaqout, Wahat karbala', Rona, Life, Lulu’a, Login. Dinar, Saha, Sawa, Aquafina, Almas), the obtained results were compared With the standard specifications specified by the World Health Organization and the Iraqi Ministry of Health and Environment, where it was found from the chemical analyzes of the chemical elements and physical properties of all samples that they were within the standards and specifications of the World Health Organization and the Iraqi Ministry of Health and Environment, while biological analyzes showed that there was bacterial contamination of some samples Water that exceeded the permissible limits, as it showed T.P.C values (564, 252, 170) compared to the permissible limits of 100 (cells / 1 ml)
KINETIC SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC DETERMINATION OF TAPENTADOL
Authors: N. DNBEEL Nagham , Z. AL ABDALI Zeena , S. OMER Lazeeza , N. AL-SABHA Theia'a
Published: October 2023

A simple, inexpensive, accurate and sensitive spectrophotometric method and kinetic assay have been established to determine tapentadol in pure form, tablets and urine samples. The method is based on the reaction of tapentadol with ferric ions in an acidic solution in the presence of ferricyanide to give water-soluble Prussian blue dye with a maximum absorption wavelength of 735 nm, with a maximum reaction time of 40 minutes. Several experimental factors affect the colour intensity and stability time approaches. The reaction was identified as a first-order pseudo-reaction by calculating the initial rate, and the results of the fixedtime method (at 30 min) are more suitable for quantification and used to construct the calibration curves. The correlation between concentration and absorbance was linear. Moreover, varies from 2 to 12 μg/mL and has a detection limit of 0.1737 μg/mL and a quantification limit of 0.5264 μg/mL. The molar absorption coefficient and Sandel sensitivity were 1.5484 x 10 4 L.mol-1.cm-1 and 0.01430 μg.cm-2, respectively. A comparison of spectrophotometric data with a well-established fixed time kinetic demonstrated that the fixed time technique offers good accuracy, precision, low detection and quantification limitations, and is time efficient. These procedures were effectively used to analyze tapentadol in its pure form, tablet form, and urine sample, which were not observed in literature before
DETECTION OF GENOMIC MARKERS BY RANDOM AMPLIFIED POLYMORPHIC DNA ANALYSIS IN LEUKEMIA PATIENTS
Authors: Mohammed SALEH Noha
Published: October 2023

One of the hematological malignancies brought on by the abnormal proliferation of immature leukocytes is leukemia. Numerous epigenetic and genetic changes in hematopoietic progenitor cells are the cause of it. The Random Amplification of Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) technique has been utilized in the presented work in order to assess DNA polymorphisms and discover genomic markers in diverse leukemia types. The analysis utilizing a random primer regarding decamer oligonucleotides OPJ-04 produced distinct profiles of amplified fragments of DNA in the genomic DNA of 3 different types of the leukemia patients. The unique band (2178 bp), which is present in 60 and 66.6% of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), respectively, exhibited a significant difference (P ≤ 0.01). While detected in only 20% of cases chronic lymphoid leukemia (CLL), and absent in the remaining leukemia patients and healthy controls. The results showed that the distinct bands (1737 and 1513 bp), which were present in all leukemia patients, however absent in healthy controls, showed extremely significant differences (P ≤ 0.01). Similarly, results have revealed highly significant differences (P ≤ 0.010) in fourth distinct band (1202 bp) that detected in all AML, 86.6% of CML, and 90% of CLL, and lacking in the remaining leukemia patients and in all healthy controls The results also showed that there have been significant differences (P ≤ 0.01) in the amplified band (750 bp), which was absent in 73.3% of CML patients, but present in the remaining CML patients, along with all AML patients, CLL patients, and healthy controls. The 4 amplified DNA fragments (1031, 870, 600, and 300 bp) that detected in all healthy controls and leukemia patients, at the same time, showed no significant differences in the results. The recognized DNA polymorphisms through the arbitrary primer OPJ-04 may be used as a genetic marker to design a successful RAPD primer for the diagnosis of leukemia patients
USE CASE TOOLS FOR IDENTIFICATION SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS: STATE OF ART
Authors: Salah Aldin AHMED Maha , Moaid EDAN Naktal
Published: October 2023

The requirement analysis step of the Software Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) is the most crucial in order to ensure excellent quality. Besides, requirements specifications must be compared to the consistency, completeness, and correctness (3C's). Thus, dealing with Natural Language (NL) requirements makes this more challenging than usual., The problems that appear at this stage, if they are not detected or proceed, will lead to errors in the system and sometimes to the failure of the entire system; in addition to the effort required and the cost of maintenance will be large. Accordingly,to overcome these problems, differenttools have been developed and implemented to analyse the requirements through Natural Language Processing (NLP). These tools facilitate the process of eliciting requirements through Unified Modelling Language (UML) diagrams. Additionally, creating UML diagrams from NL specifications is a very difficult process. In particular, few efforts have been made in the work of extracting NL specifications, so these diagrams facilitate understanding and analysis of requirements and reduce the time of completion very significantly compared to the manual method. Using automated software engineering tools presents high-quality software that can be produced to help software developers and engineers. The main aim of this research is to concentrate onanalysing requirements based on the Use Case Diagram, which is a more popular one in UML diagram. Thus, this research will support other researchers in understanding and specifying the useful tools and mechanisms that can help them to analyse the requirements through Natural Language Processing (NLP) based UML diagrams
BEHAVIOR OF AIRPORT FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT OVER SWELLING SOIL REINFORCED BY NEW ASPHALT LAYERS
Authors: DJELLALI Adel , SARKER Debojit , HOUAM Ala , AOULMI Zoubir
Published: October 2023

Longitudinal fractures are a common occurrence in runway pavements built on expansive soil subgrades. Such soil behavior leads to a reduction in the carrying capacity and lifespan of runways, as variations in water content accelerate cracking and deformations in the various pavement construction layers. To examine the behavior of reinforced runway flexible pavement over expanding subgrade soil, this study uses experimental and numerical analyses. Non-destructive deflection test is used to assess static behavior, measuring deformations and stresses in various runway profiles both before and after reinforcing with new asphalt layers created using the ACN-PCN process. Using the software program PLAXIS 3D, a three-dimensional (3D) finite element model (FEM) was designed to anticipate pavement distortions resulting from sudden, high-pressure movements caused by the expansion of soil. The materials were simulated using a soft-soil model (SSM) for the expanding subgrade and nonlinear behavior for the pavement layers. The experimental results and computer analyses were compared, and it was discovered that the measured and calculated deflection curves generally match very well
ANALYZING THE PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF HONEY BEES FROM VARIOUS SOURCES AND QUANTIFYING GLUCOSE AND FRUCTOSE USING HPLC
Authors: Kadhim FADHIL Ayad , Okash TOAMAH Wisam
Published: October 2023

Honey is a sweet, sticky substance that is produced by bees after nectar and honeydew have been collected. This study was aimed to determine the physiochemical properties of native and imported honey in Iraq to evaluate the quality of various types of hone y. Physiochemical investigations of these samples were done utilizing AOAC protocols and assessed according to Codex Alimentarius Commission and European Union Council instructions. The moisture contents ranged from 15.16 ± 0.15 to 19.92 ± 0.67 %. Ash concentration of all samples was ranged from 0.42 ± 0.01 to 1.61 ± 0.09 %. The levels of pH in all tested honey samples were acidic and within the standard range. Saudi honey showed the highest free acidity values (49.51 + 0.18 meq/kg), whereas the lowest fre e acidity value was recorded in Turkish honey (21.71 ± 0.11 meq/kg). Electrical conductivity (EC) in the analyzed honeys ranged from 0.57 ± 0.07 to 1.26 ± 0.01 mS/cm. In both glucose and fructose, the highest average levels were recorded in the Iraqi honey sample where they reached (30.25 ± 0.05 and 40.18 ± 0.13 %) respectively, while the lowest content of both glucose and fructose were recorded in the Saudi honey samples (26.88 ± 0.07 and 36.23 ± 0.07%) respectively. For all of the samples studied, the estimated fructose to glucose percentage ranged from 0.51 ± 0.06 to 1.69 ± 0.09. Iraqi, Turkish and Saudi honey samples have greater HMF levels than Iranian boney, and the three samples were within the standard limit (not more than 40 mg/kg). Honey quality differed depending on geographical and floral origins, seasons, transportation, processing conditions, and storage time. The glucose -fructose ratio was determined using high-performance liquid chromatography
TRANSPORT PLANNING: PLANNING DIMENSIONS OF TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS IN IRAQ FOR THE PERIOD (1979-2020)
Authors: Ismael MOHAMMED Mahmood
Published: October 2023

Traffic accidents have negative repercussions on urban societies, including human, economic, social, and environmental and others. Where a high proportion of the population is killed, injured and disabled as a result of the occurrence of such accidents on the roads in the world. In Iraq, the analytical indicators of the official data for the period (1979-2020) indicate that there is a problem of the increase risk indicators for the dead and injured as a result of these accidents on the roads, as the research aims to reach scientific evidence in calculating risk rates, Assuming that there is an increase in risk indicators and for the purpose Reaching scientific standards in testing traffic accidents. The research adopted statistical methods, which is better in analyzing the phenomenon under study. In addition to the specialized engineering methods adopted in transportation planning studies, through which it became evident the continuous and frightening increase in the extent of the seriousness of these accidents, which indicates the inevitability of developing strategic studies that work to reduce these accidents
ANTIMICROBIAL AND HISTOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF NANO-NEOMYCIN SOLUTION AGAINST DIFFERENT MICROBIAL POPULATION
Authors: I. MUHAMMED Awatif , Sahib Abdul-Nabi AL- NASIRY Ban , M.H.Abed AL-RUDHA Aseel
Published: October 2023

In the present study, pomegranate nanoparticles solution was synthesized by Sol gel method. Which show hexagonal morphology with size average (50±10) nm scanned by (SEM) and (TEM). The synergestic solution of (Neomycin and Nano-Pomegranate extract) scanned by Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) analysis provided the information about the distribution of particles in new solution. Beside the phenolic compounds, flavonoids and tannin played crucial role in the significant antibacterial activity and the synergestic solution observed in F1 and F2 at range (9.5-12.5) mm against Staphylococcus aurous, E. coli between (5-11.5) mm, Bacillus sp. (3.9-5.5); Proteus vulgaris (4.1-5.1) mm; Salmonella typhimurium at ranges (5.8-6.5) mm, klebsiella pneumonia (3.8-4.8) mm and listeria monocytogenes (3.9-5.6) mm. the Synergistic effect of the solution increased the efficacy of their work compared to used them individually, this was shown through increasing the inhibition zone. These results were demonstrated through histopathological examination to organs examined, that identical to normal when given different concentrations of these solutions, and proof of their non-toxicity. Overall, the results elucidated a rapid, costeffective, environmentally friendly and convenient method for synthesis, which could be used as a potential antimicrobial agent against multidrug-resistant bacteria.