bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
أثر (عموم البلوى) في تغيّر الفتوى عند الحنفية: دراسة تطبيقية في باب العبادات
Authors: Al Najjar Mohammad Abd Almannan Saleem
Published: December 2024

الأهداف: يهدف البحث لبيان أثر عموم البلوى عند الحنفية على الفتوى وتغيّرها، وأنّ المفتى به ليس بالضرورة أن يكون هو ما اعتمده فقهاء المذهب المتقدمون، وبيّن أسباب اعتبار عموم البلوى، وما يقاس عليها من مستجدات.
المنهجية: اتبع البحث المنهج الاستقرائي والتحليلي؛ لبيان أسباب عموم البلوى وسبب تغيرها، والاستـدلالي الاستنباطي لاستخراج تطبيقات معاصرة على مسائل تندرج تحت عموم البلوى.
النتائج: توصل البحث إلى أنّ عموم البلوى من أسباب تغيّر الفتوى عند الحنفية؛ فقد اعتبروها من أصول قواعد رسم المفتي عندهم، وأنّ الفتاوى يُراعي فيها مسألة رفع الحرج وعموم البلوى، وتوصّلت لاستخراج بعض الفتاوى التي يمكن تأصيلها والفتوى بها على أساس عموم البلوى.
الخلاصة: أظهر البحث أنّ هناك أثرًا واضحًا لعموم البلوى في تغيّر الفتوى عند الحنفية، وأنها من قواعد رسم المفتي عتد الحنفية، وأنّ لعموم البلوى صورًا متعددةً ترجع لسبب واحد وهو تعذّر الاحتراز أو مشقته، كما يوصى بإجراء المزيد من الدراسات على أسباب تغيّر الفتوى في مذهب الحنفية وباقي المذاهب.
القواعد المقاصدية المتعلقة بقصد المكلف دراسة مقاصدية تطبيقية معاصرة
Authors: Jaber Saleh Mahmoud Saleh
Published: December 2024

الأهداف: تناولت هذه الدراسة القواعد المقاصدية المتعلقة بقصد المكلف وتهدف الدراسة إلى بيان حقيقة هذه القواعد، وحصراً لأهم القواعد المقاصدية المتعلقة بقصد المكلف، وبيان معناها الاجمالي، وبيان للضابط الحاكم على قصد المكلف، وبيان الأدلة التي تُبنى عليها القواعد المقاصدية، وإبراز دور وأثر القواعد المقاصدية في التطبيقات المعاصرة.
المنهجية: اتبعت الدراسة المنهجَ الوصفَّي التحليليَّ القائمَ على الاستقراءِ، حيثُ تم جمع المادةِ العلميةِ، وتبويبهِا، وتحليلهِا وفَق أصولِ البحثِ العلميِّ؛ للوصولِ في النهايةِ إلى الحلولِ المناسبةِ التي تتفقُ ومقتضياتِ عصرنِا، ولا تُخالفُ أصولَ شريعتِنا السمحةِ.
النتائج: توصلت الدراسة لعدد من النتائج من أبرزها: تبين أن حقيقة القواعد المقاصدية المتعلقة بقصد المكلف بأنها قضية كلية تعبر عن المقاصد التي يقصدها المكلف في سائر تصرفاته، اعتقادًا وقولًا وعملًا، وتفرق بين صحة الفعل وفساده، وبين ما هو تعبد، وما هو معاملة، وبين ما هو ديانةً وما هو قضاءً، وبين ما هو موافق للمقاصد وما هو مخالف لها، وتبين بأن القواعد تقوم على عدد من الأدلة من القرآن والسنة والاجماع، وتبين أن القواعد المتعلقة بقصد المكلف محصورة في أربعة قواعد تم تناولها في البحث. 
الخلاصة: إبراز الجانب النظري في الجانب التطبيقي المعاصر في عدد من التطبيقات، وهي: التورق العكسي، والقتل الرحيم، والتعامل في الشركة المتناقصة مع المدين وقلب الدين، وعدم استخدام المخدر في العمليات الجراحية.
القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالحرام دراسة أصولية تطبيقية معاصرة
Authors: Jaber Saleh Mahmoud Saleh
Published: December 2024

الأهداف: تناولت هذه الدراسة بعض القواعد الأصولية  المتعلقة  بالحرام، وتهدف إلى بيان حقيقة القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالحرام، وحصراً لأهم القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالحرام، وبيان معناها الاجمالي، وبيان لأنواع الحرام، وإبرازدور وأثر القواعد الأصولية  في التطبيقات المعاصرة.
المنهجية: اعتمدتُ في دراسةِ هذا البحث المنهجَ الوصفَّي التحليليَّ القائمَ على الاستقراءِ، حيثُ تم جمع المادةِ العلميةِ، وتبويبهِا، وتحليلهِا وفَق أصولِ البحثِ العلميِّ؛ للوصولِ في النهايةِ إلى الحلولِ المناسبةِ التي تتفقُ ومقتضياتِ عصرنِا، ولا تُخالفُ أصولَ شريعتِنا السمحةِ.
النتائج: توصلت الدراسة لعدد من النتائج من ابرزها، بيان حقيقة القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالحرام بأنها قضية كليّة أصوليّة متعلقة بالمحرم، وتبين أن القواعد المتعلقة بالحرام غير محصورة في خمسة  قواعد تم تناولها في البحث،  وتبين بأن للحرام أنواع، وهي: المحرم لأصله، والمحرم لوصفه، وإبراز دور وأثر القواعد الأصولية  في التطبيقات المعاصرة.
الخلاصة: إبراز الجانب النظري في الجانب التطبيقي المعاصر في عدد من التطبيقات، وهي: (الإجهاض الاختياري)، و(العمل في شركات التأمين التجاري)، و ( إرث أسهم الشركات المحرمة)، و (شراء العملات بالهامش)، و( تداول الأسهم المختلطة).
المنهج القرآني في التزكية: آيات حد الزنا أنموذجًا
Authors: Hamdan Sawsan Arafat Musa
Published: December 2024

الأهداف: هدف البحث إلى بيان منهج القرآن التزكوي آيات حد الزنا نموذجًا، بعرض منطلقات الدراسة، والكشف عن معالمه.
المنهجية: اتبعت الدراسة منهج الدراسات الموضوعية، من خلال استقراء النصوص التي تناولت حد الزنا، ثم تحليلها بالوقوف على أقوال المفسرين فيها، لاستنباط معالم المنهج القرآني في التزكية من الزنا.
النتائج: توصلت الدراسة إلى معنى المنهج القرآني في التزكية من الزنا، وبأنه مجمل التشريعات الناظمة لميادين الحياة، وآلياتها التطبيقية المنبسطة في القرآن؛ بغية الوصول إلى حالة من المثالية الإنسانية، تعديلًا وتطهيرًا من الزنا ومقدماته، كما تحددت معالمه بمنطلقاتٍ وأساليب معرفية وإجرائية، فكان من منطلقاته؛ إخضاع الحد للسياسة الشرعية، وبأن تقدير العقوبة مرهون بمستوى تمام النعم، بالإضافة إلى أن مصلحة الإنسان مقدمة على كل اعتبار، وبضرورة امتثال مبدأ المساواة في العقوبة، كما وظف المنهج القرآني في التزكية من الزنا نوعان من الأساليب؛ معرفية وأخرى إجرائية، كان من المعرفية إرساء القواعد الإيمانية المصوبة لمسارات الإنسان الفكرية، كما استخدم الزجر بالمنطوق اللفظي والدلالي، ومن الأساليب الإجرائية للمنهج القرآني؛ إقصاء الأسباب المحرضة على الزنا، واعتماد الأساليب المتقابلة بمعيار دفع المفسدة عن الإنسان، وتعزيز حالة الكمون النكوصي عند الجاني، والضبط الشعوري بغية إمضاء الحق الإلهي، والتفريغ النفسي من الشعور الانتكاسي، وتوظيف الحدث في التربية.
الخلاصة: إن تتبع مناهج القرآن في تعامله مع قضايا المجتمع المسلم ومشاكله، محور مهم في التربية الإسلامية، لما يقدمه النص من تطبيقات عملية نافعة، بمقتضى كمال علم المشرع ما تصلح به أحوال المجتمعات الإنسانية.
القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة دراسة أصولية تطبيقية-القضايا الطبية المعاصرة أنموذجاً
Authors: Jaber Saleh Mahmoud Saleh
Published: December 2024

الأهداف : تناولت هذه الدراسة القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة، وتهدف إلى بيان حقيقة القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة، وبيان للضوابط المتعلقة في إعمال القواعد، وبيان وحصر لأهم القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة.
المنهجية : اعتمد الباحث في دراسةِ هذا الموضوعِ المنهجَ الوصفَّي، وقد ظهر من خلال توصيف صور المسائل المعاصرة وبيان المعنى الإجمالي للقواعد، وتم اعتماد المنهج الاستقرائي الناقص من خلال تتبع الأقوال والمعاني والقضايا المعاصرة المندرجة تحت القواعد الأصولية التي تم دراستها، حيثُ قُمتُ بجمعِ المادةِ العلميةِ، ثم تصنيفِها، وفَق أصولِ البحثِ العلميِّ.
النتائج :  توصلت الدراسة لعدد من النتائج  ابرزها، بأن حقيقة القواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة بأنها قضية كلية يسير عليها الأصولي في ما شرع من الأحكام الكلية ابتداءً، وتبين أن للقواعد الأصولية المتعلقة بالعزيمة ضوابط لإعمالها لا بد منها للعمل بها، وظهر أثر القواعد جليا في عدد من التطبيقات الطبية المعاصرة.
الخلاصة: إبراز الجانب النظري في الجانب التطبيقي الطبي المعاصر في عدد من التطبيقات الطبية، ومنها :(التداوي بالمخدرات في حال وجود البديل الشرعي) و(استنساخ الخلايا الجذعية للعلاج) و(عدم إجهاض جنين الاغتصاب في الأربعين يوما الأولى) و(استخدام المخدر في العمليات الجراحية الضرورية).
Application of random forest machine learning and big geospatial data management systems applied to reconstruct the vegetation index data series
Authors: Vorobyeva Anna
Published: December 2024

This article discusses the content and results of the work devoted to the development of a machine learning model that allows for data incompleteness recovery using cloud computing. The problem is considered using the example of a study devoted to data modeling to fill in missing values of vegetation indices based on open data catalogs of cloud computing platforms. The proposed methodology is based on the use of a multi-year periodic sampling of vegetation index values and model training on large amounts of data to improve the quality of series reconstruction. The approach indicated in the work allows for higher accuracy than using classical interpolation methods for data recovery, which makes the modeled values suitable for use in solving various practical problems. The proposed method is implemented using the example of restoring the values of the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index used for monitoring and evaluating the state of vegetation cover. Arrays of values obtained from the catalogs of the Google Earth Engine cloud environment intended for processing and analyzing data from remote sensing of the Earth (on the territory of the central part of the Novgorod Region) were used as initial data. To accelerate the learning process of the model and increase efficiency and productivity, the capabilities of the Google Colaboratory platform were used, which made it possible not to use local computing capacity and do not use specialized software in the study. This approach can be adapted to reconstruct other indexes or resolve data incompleteness in various subject areas, which emphasizes its versatility and potential practical application.
Big data as a research tool in toponymy and the history of land surveying
Authors: Krassowski Anton
Published: December 2024

Methodological approaches to the use of the Big Data tool for the analysis of materials from the XVI–XVIII centuries are proposed in order to study the features of formation and changes in the names of property objects used in documents and cartographic materials. The tool was tested on a data model representing a small sample of information about 22 small rural settlements and landholdings, as well as about their owners whose history has been possible to trace since the second half of the XVI century. The research was carried out for objects located on the territory that was formed by the beginning of the XX century in the Ruza district of the Moscow province. Information about the objects of the research was extracted from scribal books, descriptions of land holdings, cartographic materials, books of the Patriarchal State Order, salary books, documents certifying the facts of the transfer of property and other materials. An assessment of the adequacy of the reflection of the formed sample of these properties of research objects has been performed. The choice of the form of presentation of the analyzed information is optimal for demonstrating the capabilities of the considered tool. The sequence of the analysis of the available information is demonstrated. The results of the analysis of various historical information are presented. The coincidence of some of the results obtained with those obtained earlier by other specialists showed the fundamental suitability of the Big Data tool for conducting research in the fields of the place-name study and the history of surveying. The specific results obtained and the information used to carry out research can be in demand by historians, sociologists, economists and other specialists studying the history of development, surveying and mapping of the Ruza district of the XVI–XVIII centuries. Conclusions made during the course of the research on the reasons that led to changes in the names of some objects and the stability of others may be of interest to specialists working in the fields of history, geography, cartography and the place-name study.
Use of high spatial resolution digital surface models to waterline delineation
Authors: Kochetova Alisa , Ignatenko Daria , Sidorina Inessa
Published: December 2024

Global digital surface (DSM) and elevation (DEM) models of medium spatial resolution (30 m) are traditionally used for extraction of vector hydrography for large areas. The article considers the possibility of waterline delineation by the tools of geographic information systems in relation to the regional digital surface model ArcticDEM of high (2 and 10 m) and medium (32 m) spatial resolution to assess the correctness and feasibility of this approach in hydrographic modeling. Since the algorithm of waterline delineation depends on the relief of the adjacent territories, three objects were selected for the study—the Northern Dvina River, the Moyero River and the Moma River, flowing in different geographical conditions. In order to validate the results of waterline delineation using DSM and DEM, their reference vector objects were created. Computer performance was considered in terms of processing high spatial resolution data. The revealed dependence of the calculation time of auxiliary layers on model’s spatial resolution makes it possible to estimate the expected load on a particular personal computer when conducting similar studies. It has been established that the usage of high spatial resolution models for waterline delineation cannot guarantee an increase in the correctness of the resulting vector hydrography. On the example of the part of the Northern Dvina River, longitudinal profiles of the terrain were constructed using DSM and DEM, which allow us to judge the quality of the initial data before using the waterline delineation algorithm. The longitudinal profiles can be used to identify model artifacts in places of unusually high elevation differences. These same areas will be the most incorrect in the resulting vector hydrographic objects, which means that they should be given more attention when performing automated delineation and validating its results.
Features of the survey and methods of modelling partially destroyed architectural objects based on photogrammetric data
Authors: Skrypitsyna Tatyana , Vorotilov Alexey , Kochneva Daria , Gavriluk Faina , Smirnov Eugeniy
Published: December 2024

Modern remote sensing technologies offer a range of solutions for creating various types of architectural heritage objects measurement models. Image processing algorithms allow not only to digitally recreate existing buildings, but also to make virtual reconstruction of partially destroyed architectural heritage. Photogrammetry is a relatively inexpensive and practically universal method for modelling architectural objects and creating their measurement drawings. The appearance of unmanned aerial vehicles with digital cameras on board in the photogrammetrist’s arsenal has greatly facilitated the process of photographing hard-to-reach, and even more valuable architectural objects. Nevertheless, in order to obtain the desired result, individual techniques, both for imaging and digital reconstruction, must be selected for each object. The study presents the work results on two partially destroyed architectural heritage. A complex survey of the interior and exterior was carried out to digitally reconstruct the lost elements and to create dimensional models. The first architectural object, the ruins of the 17th century Adu-Surkho castle, is located in the Chechen Republic. Its modelling was based on images obtained only from the UAV, and the reconstruction of lost parts was based on analogy with existing examples of historical buildings. The second object, the 18th century Stroganovs’ salt barn, is the oldest brick structure of Tutaev (Romanovskaya side). The modern state model was built based on the results of ground and aerial survey, and the reconstruction of the lost elements based on a set of multi-temporal images and drawings of the XVIII century. The results of the digital reconstruction will be used for restoration projects to restore the original appearance of the structures and increase the significance of these objects in the cultural and tourist activities of the regions.
Features of spatio-temporal variability of photosynthetic activity of vegetation in valley-river landscapes
Authors: Poletaev Arseniy
Published: December 2024

The article describes the possibilities of using the Chlorophyll vegetation index (CVI) to detect vegetation in floodplain areas of rivers, which have significant potential for sequestration and long-term sequestration of carbon (carbon dioxide). CVI index rasters are calculated based on Landsat-8–9 OLI/TIRS C2 L2 satellite images obtained during the vegetative season in 2020–2023 (April–August). Based on a set of raster data of the CVI index, rasters of the difference between rasters of the CVI index were calculated and areas of increase and decrease in the CVI index were identified in the key area located in the valleys of the Seversky Donets and the Nezhegol rivers (Don River basin). Combining the landscape map and the raster of the difference between the CVI rasters made it possible to identify areas of marsh-grass-sedge meadows, where the chlorophyll content decreased from the beginning of May to the beginning of July 2022. An analysis of the ratio of the areas of the difference raster values between the CVI rasters showed (according to data for the growing seasons 2020–2023) that a value equal to 1 is in the range of 1.6–53.6 % of the area of the entire key territory and falls on the marsh-grass-sedge meadows, grass-forb meadows, sedge-reed marshy meadows and swamps, floodplain forests with domination of willow and black alder. A value equal to 0 is in the range of 46.4–98.3 % of the total area and falls on marsh-grass-sedge meadows, grass-forb meadows, pine plantations, sedge-reed marshy meadows and swamps, floodplain forests with domination of willow and black alder. The value equal to -1 is in the range of 0–17.6 % of the entire area and falls on marsh-grass-sedge meadows, grass-forb meadows, sedge-reed marshy meadows and swamps. For territories where the average value of the CVI index is less than or equal to 1, the predominant type of vegetation is pine plantations. For territories where the average value of the CVI index is within 1.1–1.5, meadow vegetation predominates. In areas where the average value of the CVI index is more than 1.5, the largest area is occupied by floodplain forests with domination of willow and black alder. The joint use of data obtained during landscape research and the results of analysis of changes in vegetation indices allows us to obtain new information for making decisions on the rational organization of environmental management within valley-river landscapes.
Enhancing Performance Operation of 2 MW Solar Hybrid Distributed Generation on 11kV Nnamdi Azikiwe University Distribution Network
Authors: Nworabude E. F Nworabude E. F , Atuchukwu A. J Atuchukwu A. J , Okonkwo I. I Okonkwo I. I , Dumkhana L Dumkhana L
Published: December 2024

Providing safe operation of electric power
distribution network is paramount to quality
electricity delivering to its consumers. Nnamdi
Azikiwe university through the initiative of the
federal government set up a 2 MW solar hybrid
distributed generation (DG) system to feed
electricity into the single line university 11 kV
distribution network. However, the operation of
this solar hybrid DG has been marred with
incessant trips most times while been in operation.
In a bid to eliminate these trips, this paper presents
a study case simulations with Electrical Transient
Application Program (ETAP) 19.0 software on the
11 kV distribution network in order to enhance
performance operation of the solar hybrid DG. The
single line 11 kV distribution network was split
into three sections networks for simulations on
three different load values 1, 2 and 3 of 1.6, 1.8 and
2.0 MW respectively. For load value 1 of 1.6 MW,
simulations performed indicated that single line
network had 16 buses on marginal undervoltage
while three sections network had no bus
undervoltage. For load value 2 of 1.8 MW, single
line network had also 16 buses on marginal
undervoltage while three sections network had no
bus undervoltage. For load value 3, single line
network had 20 buses on marginal undervoltage
while three sections network had 2 buses
undervoltage. At load value 3, it is right to say that
the solar hybrid DG should not be operated at this
supply as trips will set in due to the marginal
undervoltage experienced also with three sections
network. The results of the simulation with ETAP
19.0 software verified that three sections networks
should be adopted and implemented since it
outperformed that of single line network.
Geophysical Electrical Investigation of Groundwater Contamination Using Resistivity Method at a Dumpsite in Ibwa, Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja, Nigeria
Authors: Kobodokuni Christopher , Olugbenga Adeeko Tajudeen , Christianah Oluwatobi Adesokan
Published: December 2024

Ground water occurrence and distribution in a
basement complex is localize and confined to
weathered / fractured zone. Hence, exploration of
groundwater in such terrain poses a great threat and
challenge to the Ibwa community. This study was
aimed at using vertical electrical sounding (VES)
method to investigate the level of ground water
contamination within the community of Ibwa
village Gwagwalada area council. The result
showed the presence of four geoelectric layers, top
soil, Sandy clay, clayey sand and the basement.
The resistivity values were obtained range from
20.1 Ωm to 149.0 Ωm at the first layers of most
all the sounding points around the dumpsite. Other
layers showed high resistivity values but not as that
of high asthe control site, an indication that there
are leachate plume from the dump through the
process of percolation. The result is further back up
with water analysis test which shows that all
parameters measured falls within the World health
organization standard for drinking water (WHO
Threshold). The result showed that for the Well
water sample is higher in acidity. It is clear
therefore that there are more dissolved substances
in the well water around the area as a result of
leachate from the dumpsite.
A lightweight model for pneumonia classification
Authors: Eric Florent Raharinirina , Andriamasinoro Rahajaniaina , Adolphe Andriamanga Ratiarison
Published: December 2024

Madagascar suffers from pneumonia,
a life-threatening disease that causes several deaths
around the world every year. As a developing
country, Madagascar faces lack of health
infrastructures and radiologists to enable the early
detection of this disease. That situation contributes
to the high costs that most people could not afford.
Thus, deep learning methods try to surpass these
limits by providing models that could assists
specialists and could run in a low-resource
environment like a smartphone. That reduces
considerably the overall expenses and contribute to
save more lives. That perspective leads this work to
propose a very lightweight model inspired from the
architecture ofSSDLiteX that achieves a very great
performance. To get further, preprocessing was used
and a combination with LiteSRGAN was tested, too.
After experiments, it achieves a 100% accuracy both
with thecustom preprocessing techniques and with
LiteSRGAN. A validation accuracy of99.07%, that
is a very great metric showing high generalization,
improved to 99.69% using liteSRGAN. The model
is reliable and answers the need of the health
domain in Madagascar and in other developing
countries.
Effects of Chemical Reaction and Jeffery Fluid on MHD Unsteady Heat and Mass Transfer Due to the Ramped Temperature
Authors: F. Abdullahi F. Abdullahi , D.A. Sani D.A. Sani , M. A. Sani M. A. Sani
Published: December 2024

This research work was numerically prepared to
investigate the impact of Jeffery fluid and chemical
reaction on unsteady (MHD) heat mass transfer
free-convective past an infinite vertical plate. The
research used appropriate dimensional quantities in
transforming the dimensional, coupled, non-linear
boundary layer partial differential equations into
non-dimensional form. Finite element method
(FEM) was employed to find the Numerical
solution of the dimensionless governing differential
equations. The expressions of velocity,
temperature, concentration, skin friction, Nusselt
number as well as Sherwood number were obtained
and discussed using line graph. From the result
obtained, it was shown that velocity profile gets
enlarged with the increase of porosity parameter K,
ratio of mass transfer parameter N, Eckert number
Ec
and Jeffery fluid parameter β, while reverse is
the case for the Magnetic parameter M, and
Prandtl number Pr. Temperature profile magnifies
with the increase porosity parameter K, ratio of
mass transfer parameter N Eckert number Ec, while
reverse is the case for Magnetic parameter M, and
Prandtl number Pr. Concentration profile gets
lowered by increasing the value Schmidt parameter
Sc and chemical reaction parameter Kr
. Jeffery
fluid parameter β has enhancing effect on skin
friction at both y = 0and y = 1, while reverse is
the case for Chemical Reaction parameterKr
.
Rising the Jeffery fluid parameter β reduces the
Nusselt number at y = 0 and reverse is the case for
chemical reaction parameterKr and opposite
behavior is seen at y = 1. Finally chemical reaction
parameterKr does not have any significant effects
on Sherwood number at y=0 and y=1. While
Schmidt number reduces the Sherwood numberSc
at y=0 and intensifies it at y=1
AI-Robotic Vehicle for Distribution of Pharmaceutical Products
Authors: Odoemelam Paul Onyedikachi , Onwuemeka Joseph Ijeoma , Ndubueze Doris Nwakaego , Nwokeke Godswill Uche , Ebosie Ngozi Patricia , Opara Chijioke Uzoma , Agbakwuru Bruno Chijindu , Godwin Ruth Chinyere , Diaku Justine Ikechukwu , Nnanabu Emmanuel Ikenna
Published: December 2024

A robotic car is a car with artificial intelligence and
the ability to drive itself without any human
interaction most especially during the time of
COVID-19. The basic operation was achieved
using some Arduino components such as solderless
breadboard, motor driver module, jumper wires,
motor chassis, four tires, Arduino Uno and Arduino
IDE, etc built with a microcontroller
(ATMEGA328P). This work describes the
development from scratch of a complete
autonomous robotic car for pharmaceutical
purposes. The outcome suggests that the car helps
in pharmacies for delivering of pharmaceutical
product such as drugs, assists human in a variety of
ways in the pharmaceutical product delivery and
reduces dispensing errors, leading to efficiencies in
dispensary and thereby enhancing pharmaceutical
product services.
Influence of Iroko and Sapelli sawdust mixture on physical properties of compressed earth bricks (CEB).
Authors: Nwandji Yankam Hippolyte , Sosa-Lopez Atahualpa
Published: December 2024

This article analyzes the influence of the mixture of
Iroko and Sapelli sawdust on the physical properties
of compressed earth bricks ( CEB ). Different
compositions were tested for 15% sawdust that
included a blend of two wood species (Iroko and
Sapelli) in different ratios. 8% cement or slaked
lime was used to stabilize the earth+sawdust
mixture. The physical properties studied were:
maximum dry density, capillary absorption, total
absorption, air shrinkage and air mass loss. The
results showed that the studied properties vary with
the composition of the sawdust mixture. However,
the percentage of the species with the highest
density (Sapilli) in the sawdust mixture does not
systematically change in the same way as these
physical characteristics..
BERT-based semantic analysis and fuzzy language parsing: interpreting the prophecies and historical event associations in the 40th Xiang of Tui Bei Tu
Authors: Dr.Wei Meng Dr.Wei Meng , Dr.Xiaoyin Zhang Dr.Xiaoyin Zhang
Published: December 2024

Based on the model of BERT,
prophecies and homilies in the 40th Xiang of the
Tui Bei Tu are analyzed semantically in this study
for a possible connection in understanding
historical events during the Qing Dynasty. It
integrates natural language processing techniques
into the research methodology, together with fuzzy
parsing of language. Further, it gives ways of
applying deep learning models for the recognition
of metaphors and polysemous phrases in text. It
also carries out time-series analysis based on a
historical event dataset. Results from the study
indicate that metaphors in prophetic phrases are
closely related to historical events; just like the
founding of the Qing Dynasty and the Ch'ing
reform by Kangxi. Through sentiment analysis, it
also presents the relation of sentiment fluctuations
with major historical events. The conclusion drawn
from the study mentions that the BERT model is
very effective in parsing complex languages in
ancient prophetic texts and provides a possibility of
foretelling future social upheavals.
Influence of Rural Road Transportation on Farming Activities in Baruten Local Government Area, Kwara State, Nigeria
Authors: Isah Isah , Ibrahim Alhaji
Published: December 2024

Rural road transportation is critical
for enhancing agricultural productivity and
improving the livelihoods of rural farmers. This
paper examines the influence of rural road
transportation on farming activities in Baruten
Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State,
Nigeria. Baruten, known for its significant
agricultural potential, faces several challenges due
to inadequate transportation infrastructure. The
study explores the relationship between road access
and agricultural productivity, market access, and
overall rural development in the region. Using both
primary and secondary data, the paper analyzes
how improved rural road transportation can support
agricultural growth by reducing post-harvest losses,
enhancing market linkages, and boosting income
levels for local farmers. This research adopts a
mixed-methods approach, utilizing both
quantitative and qualitative data to analyze how
rural road transportation influences farming
activities in the region. The findings suggest that
improving rural road transportation would enhance
agricultural productivity, reduce poverty, and foster
economic growth in Baruten. The study
recommends strategic investments in rural
infrastructure to promote sustainable agricultural
development and to equally improve rural road
infrastructure to enhance farming activities in
Baruten LGA.
Geological and Geophysical Delineation of Aquifers within Maikunkele and its Environs, North-Central, Nigeria
Authors: Imooje Monday , Ilyasu Sadiq , Dawusu Surajo U , Adamu Dahiru , Rita Kelechi O , Isiguzo Kelechi P
Published: December 2024

The delineation of aquifers in
Maikunkele and its surroundings was achieved by
the analysis of data from Vertical Resistivity
Sounding (VES) and aeromagnetic measurements of
regolith water level in hand-dug wells. The
predominant rock type in the region is granite.
Aeromagnetic fractures often have a 1000–2000 m
length and a NE–SW trend. A handful of the cracks
have a NW–SE pattern. Measurements of the water
level in manually dug wells were used to create the
water level map. The groundwater flow in the
regolith aquifer is shown on the map to be NE–SW.
This implies that there is likely an intrusion of the
NE-SW cracks. Twelve stations with a maximum
current electrode spacing of 200 metres carried out
the VES. According to the VES data, the resistivity
value of the regolith aquifer ranges from 60 to 100
Ωm, and its base extends between 10 and 40 m.
Additionally, they disclosed that the 100–500 Ωm
resistivity values of the fractured basement aquifer,
which spans between 10 and 60 m, immediately
underlies the regolith aquifer. As a result, the
direction in which regolith groundwater flows can
be affected by basement fissures.
Assessment of Technology Adoption for Construction Waste Management in Building Projects in Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: Oluwafemi Philips Sunday , Akanni Prince Oluleye , James Obasa Ayotomide
Published: December 2024

The construction industry in Lagos State, Nigeria,
faces significant challenges in managing
construction waste, a pressing issue due to rapid
urbanization and limited waste management
infrastructure. This study assesses the adoption of
advanced technologies for construction waste
management, with a focus on how these
innovations can minimize waste and improve
sustainability. Through a quantitative research
approach, data was gathered from 294
professionals including engineers, architects,
builders, and quantity surveyors, to evaluate the
primary causes of waste and the effectiveness of
technologies like Building Information Modeling
(BIM), Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
and prefabrication in reducing waste generation.
Key findings reveal that worker skills, inadequate
training, design changes during construction, and
poor material handling are major contributors to
waste. Advanced technologies such as BIM, GIS,
and prefabrication were identified as highly
effective in improving resource management and
reducing on-site waste. The study concludes that
integrating these technologies with better training
programs, improved documentation, and efficient
planning can significantly enhance waste
management practices. The findings emphasize the
need for collaborative efforts across professional
groups to adopt these technologies and foster a
culture of sustainability in the construction
industry.The research provides valuable insights
into waste minimization strategies and highlights
the importance of advanced technologies in
addressing construction waste challenges in Lagos
State. The recommendations aim to guide policy
makers and industry professionals towards a more
sustainable construction future
Robotic Process Automation and Global Accounting Services: An Evaluation of Technology Acceptance Theory
Authors: Lucy Cecilia Mmadubuobi , Amarachi Rosita Ejimadu
Published: December 2024

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has
revolutionized Global Accounting Services (GAS)
by automating repetitive and rule-based tasks
traditionally performed by human workers. This
study investigates the impact of RPA on the
efficiency and accuracy of accounting services and
examines factors influencing its acceptance among
accounting professionals using the Technology
Acceptance Theory (TAT). The study employed a
survey research approach, which required
quantitative data to provide a comprehensive
analysis. The sample comprised 62 accounting
professionals with varied qualifications and
experience. The research instrument was composed
of a structured questionnaire and semi-structured
interviews which were validated for reliability and
validity, ensuring accurate measurement of RPA’s
perceived usefulness, ease of use, and its effects on
accounting tasks. The findings showed a significant
positive correlation between RPA implementation
and improvements in the efficiency and accuracy of
accounting services (r= 0.811). Furthermore, the
study confirms that perceived usefulness and ease
of use are critical factors influencing RPA
acceptance among professionals (r=0.776). The
regression analysis supports the hypotheses: RPA
significantly enhances accounting efficiency and
accuracy (R² = 0.684); and, perceived usefulness
and ease of use significantly impact RPA adoption
(R² = 0.657). Based on this, incorporating RPA into
Global Accounting Services (GAS) offers a
strategic advantage by automating repetitive and
time-consuming accounting tasks such as data
entry, reconciliation, and reporting. This
automation ensures a significant boost in
operational efficiency as RPA software robots
perform these tasks tirelessly and accurately,
eliminating the risks of human errors and fatigue.
Lastly, it is vital to evaluate how accounting
professionals perceive the ease of use and
usefulness of this technology. This research
contributes to the understanding of RPA’s role in
transforming global accounting services and
provides insights into the factors driving
technology acceptance. The findings are relevant
for both practitioners and policymakers aiming to
navigate the complexities of RPA implementation
and maximize its benefits in the accounting
industry.
Impact of Supply Chain Management in the Construction Industry for Effective Project Delivery
Authors: Osho, G. Solomon , Nwuka Ochonogor Kenechukwu , Ojumu Modupe
Published: December 2024

This paper evaluates the influence of supply chain
management (SCM) within the United States
construction industry on enhancing project
delivery. It highlights the challenges faced and
underscores the role of Construction Supply Chain
Management (CSCM) practices in mitigating them.
A survey questionnaire was administered to ninetyfive (95) construction stakeholders across private
and public sectors, with sixty (60) responses
analyzed using statistical software. Analysis
utilized Average Mean Scores (AMS) and Relative
Importance Index (RII) to interpret data. Results
indicate prominent challenges, including
inadequate investment in information technology
(IT), ineffective communication, and conflicting
objectives, while issues like unfair risk allocation
and poor SCM comprehension ranked lower. RII
ranged from 0.82 for trust-based relationships,
information flow, and financial solid flow (top
ranking) to 0.69 for the Human Resource supply
chain (lowest ranking). The study advocates for
CSCM adoption to address industry challenges,
stressing its significance in a globally competitive
market. Additionally, it recommends educational
initiatives by professional bodies to enhance
stakeholder understanding and implementation of
CSCM through workshops, seminars, and
conferences.
Investigation of Leachate Migration from Dumpsite and Its Effect on Surrounding Groundwater: A Case Study of Kuje Dumpsite, Fct, Abuja, Nigeria
Authors: Oluwatobi Adesokan Christianah , Adeeko Tajudeen Olugbenga , Christopher Kobodokuni
Published: December 2024

Groundwater contamination is one of the major
problems caused by open dumpsitein an
environment which directly results into health
hazards for the people livingaround the area. Inthis
study, geophysical and physicochemical methods
werecarried out to
investigategroundwaterpollutionat a dumpsite in
Kuje, FCT,Abuja. From the result of geophysical
method, high conductivity of 0.143 Ω-1m andlow
resistivity of <7 Ωm, shows the presence and
migration of leachate from thedumpsite. Also,
physico-chemical analysis of hand dug well and
borehole
watersampleswerecarriedoutforheavymetalcompon
entsuchaszinc,copper,manganese and iron. The
concentrations of heavy metal were high with
values of0.1352, 1.7, 0.36 and 0.32530 respectively
for hand dug well, 0.28, 1.65, 0.28 and0.1387
respectively for borehole water sample, which is
above WHO safe limits
of5,0.05,0.2and0.03respectively(exceptforzincvalu
ewhichislowerthantheWHOsafe limit). The
geophysical and physicochemical results indicate
that the refuse atthe dumpsite consistofempty cans
and rusted ironwhich causegroundwaterpollution.
Hence there is a need for proper regulation of the
dumpsite to
improvewaterquality,environmentalandhealthstand
ardoftheinhabitants ofthiscommunity
Bridging the Gap: Boosting Women’s Representation and Leadership in Cybersecurity
Authors: Chaudhary Sakshi
Published: December 2024

The field of cybersecurity is experiencing
significant growth as our society becomes
increasingly reliant on technology. However, this
growth is accompanied by a rise in cyber threat
actors who are becoming more sophisticated and
organised. Despite efforts to combat cybercrime,
data breaches continue to occur at an alarming rate,
highlighting the need for a skilled cybersecurity
workforce. Unfortunately, the cybersecurity
industry faces a critical shortage of professionals,
with a significant gender gap further exacerbating
the issue. Women remain significantly
underrepresented in cybersecurity, comprising only
25% of the global workforce. This
underrepresentation is not due to a lack of available
talent but rather a range of barriers that prevent
women from pursuing careers in the field. These
barriers include cultural norms, gender stereotypes,
discrimination, and bias in recruitment and
workplace practices.
Efforts to address the gender gap in cybersecurity
are essential for closing the industry's skill shortage
and enhancing its effectiveness in combating cyber
threats. Encouraging more women to enter
cybersecurity careers can help diversify the
workforce and bring fresh perspectives and
innovative solutions to the field. However,
achieving gender parity in cybersecurity requires
comprehensive strategies that address the root
causes of gender inequality. This includes
promoting STEM education for girls, addressing
biases in recruitment and hiring processes, and
fostering inclusive workplace cultures that support
the advancement of women in cybersecurity.
Closing the gender gap in cybersecurity is crucial
for the industry's success and ability to address
evolving cyber threats. By removing barriers to
entry and creating a more inclusive and diverse
workforce, the cybersecurity industry can better
protect organisations and individuals from
cybercrime while driving innovation and growth in
the field.
Jukes-Cantor Correction for Phylogenetic Tree Reconstruction
Authors: Friday Gabriel Emunefe , Ifeanyichukwu Jef Ugbene
Published: December 2024

Phylogenetic tree reconstruction
relies on accurate estimation of evolutionary
distances between sequences. However, the
observed Hamming distance between sequences
can be misleading due to saturation, where multiple
substitutions at the same site obscure the true
evolutionary history. The Jukes-Cantor correction
method addresses this by accounting for multiple
substitutions, providing a more accurate
representation of evolutionary distance. This study
investigates the application of the Jukes-Cantor
correction to the Hamming distance of genetic
sequences in a case study, highlighting its impact
on phylogenetic tree reconstruction. Our results
demonstrate that the Jukes-Cantor correction
significantly improves the accuracy of phylogenetic
inference, particularly for sequences with substan
tial evolutionary divergence. However, the model’s
reliance on simplifying assumptions, such as equal
substitution rates and lack of base composition
bias, limits its applicability to sequences with
moderate levels of divergence. This study stands as
a bedrock for further research into more complex
models that can account for model violations and
provide more accurate estimations of evolutionary
distances for highly divergent sequences.
Re-thinking the Creative Economy: The Place of Advertising and Public Relations in Nigeria
Authors: Bobmanuel Bobmanuel , Benson Ph.D Karibi
Published: December 2024

The creative ecosystem has been inundated with
idea generation and execution of ideas. Idea
generation requires knowledge, skills and creative
medium of communication. Advertising and public
relations organization produces contents of all
kinds like any other industry but the creative
economy has come to depend on them to promote
and drive the economic growth and prosperity.
Hence, the media has become indispensable
industry actively involved in the production and
distribution process to enhance consumerism. This
study will therefore adopt the secondary research
methods. The purpose of the study is to investigate
and help find gaps in the current literature in the
field and highlight future directions. This study,
therefore recommends that, the creative economy is
a key driver to economic diversifications’,
innovative in problem-solving that facilitates
unique solution to challenges with emphasis on the
quality of life and well-being, creation of jobs, as
pragmatic outcome of a targeted economic process.
The study concludes that advertising and public
relations are creative strategic communication
targets for the knowledge economy, whether it is
for profit or humanitarian benefits. Advertising
have a permanent place in everyday life as well as
public relations which creates favorable image,
goodwill and reputation to its target audience
Karakteristik Bercak Kulit yang Dicurigai Pitiriasis Versikolor pada Warga Binaan di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Kelas IIA Tuminting Manado
Authors: Ngantung Hana N. E. N. , Kapantow Marlyn G. , Kairupan Tara S.
Published: December 2024

Abstract: Pityriasis versicolor is a disease caused by the Malassezia fungus with general symptoms in the form of hypopigmented, hyperpigmented, or erythematous spots. Pityriasis versicolor is often found, especially in tropical areas. This study aimed to determine the characteristics of skin spots suspected of pityriasis versicolor in inmates at the Class IIA Tuminting Manado Correctional Institution. This was a descriptive study with a cross-sectional design using quantitative methods. The results obtained 30 male inmates who had skin spots and were suspected of pityriasis versicolor. Skin lesions were most common in those aged 25-44 years (37%), level of education, namely high school (40%), the residential capacity of the inmates did not meet the requirements of 5.4 m2/person, hypopigmented lesions (90%), without complaints of pruritus (63%). The location of the lesions occurred in the body area (57%), combined areas (23%), and extremities (10%). Based on Wood's lamp and microscope examination, the overall examination results were negative (100%). In conclusion, skin spots suspected of pityriasis versicolor in inmates were negatively tested, therefore, it was confirmed as not pityriasis versicolor.
Keywords: pityriasis versicolor; skin spots; penitentiary; Wood's lamp
 
 Abstrak: Pitiriasis versikolor adalah penyakit yang timbul disebabkan oleh jamur Malassezia dengan gejala umum berupa bercak hipopigmentasi, hiperpigmentasi atau eritamatosa. Pitiriasis versikolor sering ditemukan terutama di daerah tropis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui karakteristik bercak kulit yang dicurigai pitiriasis versikolor pada warga binaan di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Kelas IIA Tuminting Manado. Jenis penelitian ialah deskriptif dengan desain potong lintang menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan 30 orang warga binaan laki-laki yang mempunyai bercak kulit dicurigai pitiriasis versikolor. Bercak kulit terbanyak ditemukan pada warga binaan usia 25-44 tahun  (37%), memiliki tingkat pendidikan SMA (40%), kapasitas hunian warga binaan tidak memenuhi syarat 5,4 m2/orang, warna lesi hipopigmentasi (90%), tidak ada keluhan pruritus (63%). Lokasi lesi terjadi pada area badan (57%), area kombinasi (23%), dan ekstremitas (10%). Berdasarkan pemeriksaan lampu Wood dan mikroskop, hasil pemeriksaan keseluruhan negatif (100%). Simpulan penelitian ini ialah bercak kulit dicurigai pitiriasis versikolor pada warga binaan dengan hasil pemeriksaan negatif sehingga dinyatakan bukan pitiriasis versikolor. 
Kata kunci: pitiriasis versikolor; bercak kulit; lembaga pemasyarakatan; lampu Wood
Hubungan Kadar HbA1c dengan Nilai Ankle Brachial Index pada Lanjut Usia dengan Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2
Authors: Samuel Patricia G. M. , Wantania Frans E. N. , Sedli Bisuk P.
Published: December 2024

Abstract: The prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) increases with aging and unhealthy lifestyles, especially after the age of 40 years. Hyperglycemia is a risk factor for atherosclerosis. Ankle brachial index (ABI) is an option for early diagnosis of this pathological condition because it is non-invasive, low cost, and easy to perform. This study aimed to determine the relationship between HbA1c level and ankle brachial index value ​​in elderly with T2DM. This was a quantitative study using a cross sectional approach. Samples were 30 elderly DMT2 patients at Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Hospital Manado during October –December 2023 that fulfilled the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data of HbA1c were obtained from the patients’ medical records. Ankle brachial index was assessed using the Doppler ultrasound dan sphygmomanometer. The results showed a moderate and significant negative correlation between HbA1c level and ABI value ​​(r=-0.425; p=0.019). In conclusion, there is a relationship between HbA1c level and ABI value ​​in elderly T2DM patients. The higher the HbA1C level, the lower the ABI value.
Keywords: HbA1c; ankle brachial index; type 2 diabetes mellitus; elderly
  
Abstrak: Prevalensi diabetes melitus tipe 2 (DMT2) meningkat sejalan dengan proses penuaan dan gaya hidup yang tidak sehat terutma pada usia di atas 40 tahun. Hiperglikemi ialah salah satu faktor risiko terjadinya aterosklerosis. Ankle brachial index (ABI) merupakan pilihan untuk diagnosis dini pada keadaan patologi ini karena bersifat non-invasive, murah, dan mudah dilakukan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan kadar HbA1c dengan nilai Ankle Brachial Index pada subjek lanjut usia (lansia) dengan DMT2. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis kuantitatif dengan pendekatan potong lintang. Sampel penelitian ialah 30 pasien lansia DMT2 di RSUP Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Manado selama Oktober –Desember 2023 yang memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi. Data HbA1c diperoleh dari data rekam medik pasien. Penilaian ABI menggunakan doppler ultrasound dan sfigmomanometer. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan korelasi negatif kekuatan sedang yang bermakna pada hubungan antara kadar HbA1c dengan nilai ABI (r=-0,425; p=0,019). Simpulan penelitian ini ialah terdapat hubungan bermakna antara kadar HbA1c dengan nilai ABI pada pasien lansia dengan DMT2. Semakin tinggi kadar HbA1c, maka semakin rendah nilai ABI.
Kata kunci: HbA1c; ankle brachial index; diabetes melitus tipe 2; lanjut usia