bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Manajemen Risiko Keselamatan Dan Kesehatan Kerja (K3) Pada Pekerja Penambang Pasir Kali Dentunura Kecamatan Nangaroro Kabupaten Nagekeo
Authors: Meo Yohanes , Gado Alfridus
Published: January 2024

Sand mining workers are part of the procurement of materials for construction activities, so they need to beconsidered because the risk opportunities are quite large. In this study, the risk assessment method uses arisk assessment matrix. After collecting the data, it is then analyzed to find out how big the risk is to the sandmining workers of the Ventura River. The results of this study obtained that the risk due to employees(workers) having received assistance index 6.06, moderate risk category, risk due to accidents to employees(workers) index 11.34 very high-risk category, risk due to using index tool 11.01 very risk category. high risk,material, and dust risk index 14.82, including very high-risk category, risk due to bad weather index 12.96,very high-risk category, risk index due to accidental fracture of legs and arms 7.53, included in the high-riskcategory, risk due to helping employees during an accident index 9.60, very high-risk category, risk due tousing personal protection index 5.83, moderate risk category, risk due to explanations related to safety andhealth. index 6.36, moderate risk category, risk due to explanation sand excavation technique index 4.47,moderate risk category. The average index risk index is 8.99 including high risk. In the activities of sandmining workers and construction work activities, they must first identify and analyze the level of risk.
Penataan Objek Wisata Air Terjun Ngamba Mbu’u Di Desa Tonggo Papa Kecamatan Ende Kabupaten Ende (Dengan Pendekatan Arsitektur Ekologis)
Authors: Papa Yohanes De Deo , Mochdar Dian Fitriawati , Mbuu Alfons
Published: January 2024

One of the natural attractions of Ende Regency which is currently starting to appear and bearranged is Ngamba Mbu'u Waterfall, as one of the natural attractions in Tonggo Papa Village, EndeDistrict, Ende Regency, NTT Province. The Ngamba Mbu'u Waterfall Tourism Object has great potential tobe reorganized. However, this high potential is still not supported, where the number of visitors to theNgamba Mbu'u Waterfall Tourism Object is increasing and the provision of tourism objects, both facilitiesand infrastructure is not optimal.The method used is an architectural design method with the concept of Ecological Architecture as a design reference. The analysis used in this design includes environmental analysis, actor analysis, spatialanalysis, shape analysis and outdoor space analysis.The results obtained from the design of the Ngamba Mbu'u waterfall attraction in Tonggo Papa Village refer to the Ecological Architecture Concept as a design reference, namely by utilizing the landaround the waterfall tourist attraction to attract tourists' attention for recreation and bathing in the waterfallpool. The facilities that will be built at the tourist attraction are parking lots, lopo-lopo, managementbuildings, wooden bridges, and recreational facilities.
Analisa Kemampuan Membayar Tarif Angkutan Umum
Authors: Gare Mansuetus
Published: January 2024

The determination of public transportation rates in the North Ende District area is something that is dancingto be studied. It should be noted that the population in Ende Subdistrict consists of students, students,traders, civil servants, laborers, farmers. So there are still many variables that affect and involve variousparties. The research methodology by conducting interviews and questionnaires is spread across 7 zones.The data collected includes the desire of passengers to get the cheapest fares and public transport operators.For this reason, studies in determining the initial tariff and adjusting tariffs need to be carried outmeasurable studies. In the study, it found that the operational cost of the vehicle (BOK) was Rp.385,695.44.4% of transportation services are students with a rate of Rp.1,400 and 55.56% of general use at a rate ofRp.2,800. The average freight fare is Rp.2,175. Meanwhile, the ability of transportation users to pay tariffs isaround Rp.1,400 to Rp.2,600. And the willingness to use public transportation to pay a tariff of Rp.1,000 toRp.2,600. An average of Rp.1888 means that 24.25% of user will is below average value and 75.75% will isabove average. The conclusion of the tariff determination in North Ende sub-district is still within the normlimit where the student fare is IDR 1,400 and general passengers are IDR 2,800. It is not much different fromthe ability and willingness to use public transport.
Asrama Putra Dan Putri Sma Negeri 6 Elar Di Kabupaten Manggarai Timur Dengan Tema Arsitektur Perilaku
Authors: Siso Silvester M. , Dede Petrus Jhon Alfred Depa , Reka Farida Skolastika
Published: January 2024

Dormitory is a place of lodging intended for members of a group, generally school students. Dormitory is usually a building with rooms that can be occupied by several occupants in each room. The purpose of the research is to design a dormitory building which is equipped with facilities to meet the needs of students and behavioral architecture is a part of providing the required facilities. The method used in this study is in the form of collecting observation data, interviews, evaluating, and observing user behavior as a reference in the analysis of the application of building design. The concept of implementing behavioral architecture in dormitory buildings follows the symbol or symbol of the high school student council such as in the parking lot a hand-shaped pattern is applied. In the library building a book-shaped pattern is applied, at the roundabout a circular pattern is applied like a wrench and in the garden a star-shaped pattern is applied. The application of behavioral architecture is inseparable from the 4 principles of behavioral architecture such as aesthetics of form, being able to communicate with humans and the environment, paying attention to user behavior, and accommodating behavioral activities. So it can be concluded that the dormitory is one of the most important buildings, especially for SMAN 6 Elar and with the application of behavioral architectural design principles, it can be seen in the activity zone processing building, mass composition, as well as the inside and outside appearance of the building adapted to the character of the students. students..
Membangun Generasi Wirausaha: Pelatihan Kewirausahaan untuk Pelajar di SMA Negeri 1 Karanganyar Kebumen
Authors: Lina Roidah
Published: January 2024

Entrepreneurship is an important factor in economic development. The younger generation, especially students, have great potential to become entrepreneurs. However, they often do not have sufficient knowledge and skills to start a business. Therefore, efforts need to be made to build a generation of entrepreneurs through entrepreneurship training. The aim of this community service activity is to increase entrepreneurial knowledge and skills for students at SMA Negeri 1 Karanganyar Kebumen. This community service activity is carried out using lecture, discussion and practical methods. This community service activity has succeeded in increasing students' entrepreneurial knowledge and skills. Training participants admitted that they were more motivated to start a business after attending this training.
Gender Variations in Electrodermal Activity among Medical Students in Response to Cold Pressor Test
Authors: L.K. Sumitra, Swetha.M
Published: January 2024

Objectives

To evaluate & compare the electrodermal activity(EDA) among males and females in response to cold pressor test. Thus know the differences in autonomic functions in males & females.

Materials & Method

In this experimental study Galvanic skin response(GSR) was the parameter measured for EDA. The sample size of our study was 70 MBBS students (35 males & 35 females)

Cold pressor test was performed by immersing hand in cold water (temp 4°C to 6°C) &changes in electrodermal activity(GSR) was recorded by using Biochart (version 1.0) device in our research lab.

Results

There was a significant increase in GSR after immersion of hand in cold water both in males and females. The baseline GSR value, GSR after immersion in cold water & the recovery GSR value were significantly higher in males compared to females.

Conclusion

There is substantial evidence of gender difference in the functioning of the autonomic system, including specific effects of both male & female sex hormones. As a generalisation, at least in humans there is a preponderance of sympathetic mediated responses in males and of parasympathetic in females.

Our data show that EDA(GSR) is such a simple and non invasive method that can be used reliably to measure the autonomic nervous system functions i.e., the sympathetic over activity during cold induced acute pain.
Thyroid Hormone Levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
Authors: Suresh Nayak B, Ajit Thakur, Gayathri L, Prithvi Nayak
Published: January 2024

Introduction

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the important health problems affecting the major populations worldwide. Diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorder which involves multiple organ systems and leads to significant morbidity and mortality due to accompanying complications. Thyroid diseases and diabetes mellitus are common endocrine disorders. The present study is carried out for the assessment of thyroid dysfunction in type 2 diabetic patients by measurement of serum T3, serum T4 and serum TSH levels.

Materials & Method

This study was conducted in Department of Physiology in association with Department of Endocrinology, JNU Institute for Medical Sciences & Research Center, Jaipur. A total of 100 subjected were enrolled into the study. They were divided into 2 groups, 50 age and sex matched healthy subjects were taken as group I (controls) (HbA1c: 5.5 to 6.5%) and 50 type 2 diabetes mellitus subjects were taken as group II (HbA1c: >7.5%). Age of the study subjects was 35 to 65 years. Under aseptic conditions, 5 mL random venous blood sample is collected from all subjects in vacutainers, 2 mL in plain tube and 3 mL in EDTA tube. Serum sample was used for the estimation of random sugar (GOD-POD method) by using ERBA chemistry analyzer, thyroid profile by ELISA method, using mini VIDAS and EDTA sample is used for estimation of HbA1c by using BIORAD-D10. Data were expressed as mean ±SD. P value <0.05 is considered as statistically significant.

Results

Random blood sugar and HbA1c levels were significantly increased in T2DM (group II) subjects compared with controls (group I). T3 levels were significantly decreased and TSH levels were significantly increased in T2DM subjects compared to controls. HbA1c is positively correlated with TSH.

Conclusion

In this present study, we have observed that the abnormal thyroid hormone levelsamong type 2 diabetics. Therefore there is a need for the routine assay ofthyroid hormones in type 2 diabetes mellitus inorder to improve the quality of life and reduce the morbidity.
Influence of Smart Phone Addiction on Depression and Aggression in Medical Students
Authors: Shobha MV, Jagadamba Aswathappa, Hima Varshini
Published: January 2024

To determine the relationship of smart phone addiction with depression and aggression scores.

Materials & Method

Cross sectional observational data was collected from 205 young adults in the age group 18–25 years who uses smartphone more than 6 months. Smartphone addiction was assessed using scale-SV questionnaire. Beck Depression Inventory is widely used self-rated instrument to assess depression. Buss-Perry Aggression Scale(BRAQ) is a 29 item self-report measure of subject's present level of aggressiveness.

Results

Spearman correlation coefficients were used to evaluate the relationship among the different variables. Multiple linear regression was used to assess the relationship between mental health problems (depression, aggression) and smartphone addiction score, after controlling for the effects of confounders. From this data smartphone addiction emerged as an independent predictor for aggression & depression in young adults(P < 0.001).

Conclusion

In conclusion, smartphone addiction symptoms has a potential influence on the mental health factors (Depression & aggression) among young adults.
Impact of Single Use of Energy Drink on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate in Healthy Medical Students
Authors: Kavya Patil, M.S.Kusumadevi
Published: January 2024

Background

Globally, the popularity of energy drinks is steadily increasing. After being first introduced around 1960, they have been increasingly used all over the world for the promotion of mental concentration and vigilance. Although few of these claims have been partly demonstrated in a few athlete-targeted surveys, many more health concerns are increasingly unfolded about the excessive consumption of energy drinks. A number of investigations focused on the hemodynamic effects of the consumption of energy drinks on healthy individuals; some of which found a statistically significant effect on heart rate (HR) and blood pressure (BP)

Objective

To evaluate the acute effects of the consumption of energy drinks on blood pressure and heart rate in a group of healthy medical students.

Materials and Method

The study was conducted on 40 healthy MBBS students studying in Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in the age group of 19 to 22 years. Blood pressure and pulse rate were recorded pre and 1 hour post consumption of energy drink in the subjects.

Results

Descriptive statistical analysis was carried out on the data obtained in the present study. The systolic and diastolic blood pressure increased 1 hour post consumption of energy drink but not statistically significant. Heart rate increased significantly 1 hour post consumption of energy drink.

Conclusion

A statistically significant increase in heart rate was observed in the subjects one hour after consumption of energy drink (pre=78.6±9.03, post=83.4±10.08, p value=0.05*). Though there was no statistically significant change in blood pressure, systolic BP increased by 3 mm of Hg (from 112.2±9.96 to 115.3±9.86) and diastolic BP increased by 2mm of Hg (from 71±7.32 to 72.2±6.75).
Critical Fusion Frequency and Audio-Visual Reaction Time as a Function of Age
Authors: Shankarappa V, Prakash S B, Prabha V
Published: January 2024

Background & objective

Aging is associated with physiological changes in functioning of different parts of the body. One of the changes commonly seen in elderly persons is slowness of the movements. Many studies concluded that audio-visual reaction time (RT) increases with age. Critical fusion frequency (CFF) is the frequency at which an intermittent light stimulus appears to be completely steady to the observer. It is been observed that CFF decreases with age. But whether this decrease is a progressive phenomenon is not clear. Hence, the present study was designed to investigate CFF in various age groups.

Materials & method

The study involved hundred subjects within the age group of 20–70 years. Subjects were divided into five age groups. Audio-visual reaction time and critical fusion frequency were measured. Data was statistically analyzed by using one way ANOVA for group wise changes in RT and CFF. Relationship between visual RT and CFF was found out by Pearson's coefficient of correlation.

Results

Visual RT and Audio RT were positively and significantly correlated with age whereas CFF was significantly and negatively correlated with age in male and females separately as well as when combined together. (p<0.001)

Conclusion

From our study we conclude that the RT increases and CFF decreases with age. These changes are similar in both male and female subjects.
Heart Rate Variability Analysis in Young Obese Individuals
Authors: M.Sivaraj,  M.Janet Sugantha
Published: January 2024

Introduction

Obesity is associated with marked cardiorespiratory changes. In obese individuals there occurs an increase in heart rate, systolic blood pressure and cardiac output up to 15%. These changes are thought to occur as a result of changes in autonomic activity. Among the available noninvasive techniques for assessing autonomic status, heart rate variability has emerged as a simple non-invasive method to evaluate sympatho-vagal balance.

Materials and Method

Heart Rate Variability analysis was done in 30 young obese individuals and compared with 30 age and gender matched individuals with normal BMI

Results

In obese individuals, the SDNN was significantly higher than in controls. LF and LF/HF values of obese individuals were significantly higher than those of controls but their HF values were lower.

Conclusion

HRV analysis shows sympathetic overactivity and parasympathetic blunting in young obese individuals.
Autonomic Function Tests in Young Obese Individuals
Authors: M.Janet Sugantha, M.Sivaraj
Published: January 2024

Obesity is a leading preventable cause of death worldwide, with increasing prevalence in adults and children. Obesity is a complex disorder characterized by autonomic dysfunction in addition to alteration in sympathetic and parasympathetic activity of the heart. It is being recognized that the autonomic nervous system derangement takes place in obese persons. With this background we studied cardiac autonomic function in young obese individuals. The study and control group were subjected to battery of autonomic function tests using standard techniques. The cardio vascular autonomic reflex tests (Orthostatic standing test, Deep Breathing, Valsalva Manoeuvre, Isometric Hand Grip Test and Cold Pressor Test) are considered to predict the autonomic dysfunction if three out of five tests are abnormal. Based on these criteria, our study was able to quantify the autonomic dysfunction in young obese individuals.
Comparision of Mvv and other Vital Dynamic Lung Parameters between Wind Instrumentalists (Nadhaswaram Players) and Normal Persons
Authors: Adikesavan.B, Sangeetha.P
Published: January 2024

Wind instrument is probably the most strenuous activity that requires a high degree of voluntary control over breathing. Pulmonary Function tests help one to understand a person's respiratory physiology is in either healthy or diseased condition in relation to various environmental conditions. Playing a wind instrument influences the physiological condition of the respiratory tract according to the wind instrument being played and to the musical score so that of which the person's breathing pattern can be altered. Male Nadhaswaram players between 15–70 years, who had work experience of minimum 3 years and working for minimum 4 hours a day were used as study group and Male Subjects of same age who has the sedentary life style, who are also not any wind instrument players and those who do not have any respiratory illness were taken as control group. Pulmonary function tests of these subjects were done using the “global spirometer” machine. Our work shows that MVV and FEF max is significantly increased in study group and also shows that FVC, FEV1, FEF 25–75% are increased in study group comparatively to the control group. But it progressively decreases as their age(occupational years) advances.
Correlation of NLR with Oxidative Stress Markers in Sickle Cell Anemia with Vasoocclusive Crisis
Authors: Satarupa Dash, Atanu Kumar Thakur, Sumitra Bhoi
Published: January 2024

Introduction

Sickle cell disease has long been recognized as an inflammatory condition and oxidative stress play an important role in pathophysiology of SCD. Several biomarkers have been associated with SCA clinical prognosis. This study was designed to determine the oxidative stress & inflammatory biomarker that can be used in monitoring the prognosis & management of SCA patients.

Aim & Objective

The present study is aimed to assess the role of NLR along with CRP, MDA and erythrocyte GSH in vaso-occlusive (HbSS) crisis patients compared to steady state (HbSS) patients.

Materials & Method

A total of 100 sickle cell anemia patients aged between 20–40 years of either sex were evaluated and divided into 2 groups. Group A-sickle cell anemia patients with vasoocclusive crisis(N=50) Group B-sickle cell anemia patients with steady state as control group(N=50). We analysed the oxidative stress marker i.e. reduced glutathione (GSH) & MDA along with inflammatory markers NLR, CRP and compared between both A& B groups.

Result

The Unpaired t test between A & B group shows significant increase in NLR, MDA, CRP Level in VOC patients as compared to steady state sickle cell patients(P?0.05). Compared with values of controls, SCA subjects with VOC had significantly lower erythrocyte GSH (P ?0.05). In the present study positive correlation of NLR with MDA and CRP in sickle cell anemia patient with vasoocclusive crisis is evaluated.

Conclusion

So the early prediction of vaso-occlusive crisis by the detection of the NLR count along with MDA, CRP, GSH level might be beneficial in the management sickle cell anemia patient. Additional studies are warranted to test this hypothesis.
Breath Carbon Monoxide Concentration”, An Indicator of Early Airway Inflammation in Asymptomatic Smokers
Authors: Poorey K, Somani S, Oommen E R
Published: January 2024

Measurement of carbon monoxide(CO) concentration in expired air canbe used for detecting and monitoring cytokine mediated inflammation and oxidative stress in the respiratory tract of smokers if smokers are made to abstain from smoking for 8 hrs. Total 48 apparently healthy male volunteers (24 were asymptomatic male tobacco smokers and rest 24 were healthy non-smoker males) with age between 18–25 years participated in the study. Exhaled CO level measured by the breath CO analyzer.

Baseline Pulmonary function test(PFT) was done using RMS Helios Series Computer based Spirometer. Exercise challenge test was doneusing treadmill and PFT was recorded immediately, 5min., 10min. and 20min. of recovery period. Comparison of lung function before and after exercise in healthy volunteers and asymptomatic smokers respectively was done using paired t test. Correlation between post exercise percentage change in FEV1 and exhaled COwas seen using Pearson's coefficient of correlation. A negative correlation was found between CO concentration in exhaled breath and improvement in FEV1 after exercise challenge test. Hence, Breath CO analyser can be used to measure endogenous CO in so called “healthy smokers” as a tool to detect early inflammation and also to motivate them to quit smoking before the disease becomes irreversible.
Association of Bleeding Time and Clotting Time with ABO Blood Groups Among Healthy Adults
Authors: Mangala Gowri S.R., Dr. Kancharla Sirisha
Published: January 2024

Background

Haemostasis is the stoppage of bleeding. Bleeding time (BT) and Clotting time (CT) assess the integrity of haemostatic mechanisms. Assessment of Hematological parameters like bleeding time, clotting time and blood grouping are a very important before initiating any surgical procedure. Blood group has clinical importance in transfusion medicine and medico legal cases. Some studies have showed epistaxis and thrombosis found in O blood group individuals. Earlier studies showed the conflicting results regarding association of blood group with clotting time and bleeding time.

Objectives

The aim of the study was to assess the distribution of ABO blood groups in males and females with age group of 17-21yrs and determination of BT and CT among males & females. To analyze the relationship between the blood groups, BT and CT.

Method

The study was conducted in Department of Physiology, Mamata Medical College. The study included 205 healthy volunteers of age group between 18-21years. Blood grouping, bleeding time and clotting time were determined. Statistical analysis done by un paired t test for calculating gender wise CT and BT and ANOVA and Post Hoc test for assessing relationship between BT, CT and blood groups.

Results

Our study results showed that blood group O was predominant in both males and females. Clotting time and bleeding time is statistically higher in females compared to males. Results showed clotting time is statistically significant (0.011) only between group A & group O, with higher value in group O but not the bleeding time.

Conclusion

Blood group O was the most common group. BT and CT were higher in females than males. May be due to high estrogen and lower fibrinogen levels in females. CT and BT maximum in blood group O due to more activation of von Willebrand's Factor.
Role of Meditation in Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases: An Analytical Study in Hyper-Reactors of Cold Pressor Test
Authors: Mahour Jitendra
Published: January 2024

Living a happy and healthy life on all planes is possible through the unified practice of yoga, pranayama's, exercise, and meditation (dhyana) especially when performed consciously and with awareness. Such mindful meditation when performed on regular basis it helps to relieve stress from body and mind. Hence we undertook the present study to observe the effects of regular Meditation on the hyper reactors of cold pressure test (CPT) to find out their future outcomes in improving the modernized stressful life. After getting ethical approval to the study subjects willing to participate in the study were selected and after performing cold pressor test (CPT) 383 hyper reactors were considered for the guided meditation sessions for 3 month. The sessions were conducted for 10 min both in morning and evening. After completing the session successfully it was observed that nearly 241 (62.83%) previous hyper reactors were turned into hypo reactors. Hence we conclude thatnon pharmacological method like meditation should be encouraged to enhance significant improvements in cardiovascularparameters like systolic and diastolic BP in population having high risk of cardiovascular disease.
Left Ventricular Mass Index as a Diagnostic Predictor for Hypertrophy of the Left Ventricle in Hypertensive Patients
Authors: Meenu, Satheesh Balakrishnan
Published: January 2024

Background

Patient suffering from hypertension are at increased incidence of suffering from increase in size of left ventricular mass (hypertrophy) due to associated risk factor like male sex, advanced age, males including addiction to smoking and alcohol. Measurement of left ventricular mass index helps in detecting the increase in size of left ventricular mass (hypertrophy).

Objectives

To evaluate increase in size of left ventricular mass (hypertrophy) in relation to ventricular mass index of left ventricle in hypertensive patients.

Method

A total 100 patients were grouped into 2 groups and named as Group I who served as Normal-Left ventricular mass index-N-LVMI) and Group II who served as Increased Left ventricular mass index-I-LVMI (More than 118g/m2 in males and 109 g/m2 in females. All patients were evaluated for past history and related cardiovascular parameters. About 67 patients among 100 had normal LVMI and 33 patients as per Penn's convention formula had increased LVMI. Body surface area was calculated by using formula 0.20247 x Height (m) 0.725 x Weight (Kg) 0.425 according to DuBois and DuBois formula. LVMI for males is 118gm/m2 and 109 gm/m2 in females as per normal Indian population and a value above suggests increase in size of left ventricular mass (hypertrophy).

Statistics

Chi-square test.

Results

Mean with ± standard deviation in age (in years) was 50 ± 10.3 and 58± 9.8 in patients without LVH and un patients with LVH respectively. Lateral shift of the apex was seen more in Group II (24.2%) when compared to Group I which showed 4.6%. Apical impulse was found to be 33.3% in Group II as compared to Group I. Chest X ray showed 27.2% in Group II compared to Group I which was 15% for Group I in-terms of cardiac enlargement. Patients having LVH were 51.5% in Group II as compared to 17.9% in Group I for SOKOLOV LYON INDEX and in terms of ROMHILT ESTES, Group II with 42.4% and Group II with 8.9% patients. Patient having concentric LVH as per results of 2 D ECHO patients in Group II was 78.8% compared to patients in Group I which was 11.9%.

Conclusion

There was a substantial and positive association that shows a strong association between LVMI and increase in size of left ventricular mass (hypertrophy) in hypertensive patients as evident from our study.
Effect of Yoga (Pranayama and Suryanamaskar) on Cardio Pulmonary functions among Adults
Authors: Suhas Y. Shirur, Veena H.C., Pradhyumn
Published: January 2024

Background

Yoga has been an ancient practice in India which promises many benefits both physical and mental. Present study was to assess the effect of long term practice of yoga on cardiorespiratory functions.

Method

The study was conducted on 64 subjects of age 20–65 years. Study group consisted of 32 yoga practitioners, practicing yoga daily for a minimum period of one year. Control group consisted of 32 subjects who never practiced yoga or any other exercises. Data on physical characteristics such as age, height, weight and Body Mass Index were obtained. Cardio respiratory parameters were assessed among both the groups.

Results

The mean Heart rate, Systolic Blood Pressure, Diastolic Blood Pressure and Mean arterial pressure, Respiratory rate was significantly lower among yoga group compared to non yoga group. The mean breath holding time, forced vital capacity, forced expiratory volume in one second, peak expiratory flow rate and maximum volume ventilation are higher among yoga group

Conclusion

Regular practice of yoga improves the cardiopulmonary functions in both genders among healthy individuals hence we conclude that yoga practice can be incorporated in our lifestyle and hence prevents cardio respiratory disease in future.
“Medya Şiddetine Dair 11 Mit” İsimli Kitap Değerlendirmesi
Authors: ARDIÇ YILMAZ Halide
Published: January 2024

Bu çalışmada, W. James Potter tarafından yayınlanan The 11 Myths of Media Violence adlı kitap incelenmiştir.
THE EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE AS A KEY COMPONENT OF THE SMES DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY
Authors: KYUROVA ANITA
Published: January 2024

The article explores the significance of employee experience in SMEs’ digital transformation endeavors; and the ways in which a positive employee experience fosters innovation, productivity, and retention, ultimately enabling SMEs to build a workforce that thrives in a technology-driven ecosystem. The paper sheds light on the importance of transformational culture and digital workplace as key enablers for creating a fair, inclusive and high-performing digital organization.
The Environmental Sustainability of Tourist Ports
Authors: Spinelli Riccardo , Fissi Silvia , Benevolo Clara , Gori Elena
Published: January 2024

Protecting coastal and marine environments is crucial for the sustainable development of a tourist destination. In line with the growing environmental concerns of tourists, various potential environmental impacts caused by tourist ports have consequently stimulated measures to mitigate environmental risks and damages. Nevertheless, there is a lack of research investigating how tourist ports address and communicate environmental issues. This study aims to fill this gap by examining and highlighting the information on environmental issues and green practices presented on the official websites of 93 Italian tourist ports. Our results indicate that Italian tourist ports illustrate low sustainability commitment and disclose limited information about environmental issues on their websites.
Socio-Economic Factors Affecting Children Hawkers in Moba Local Government of Ekiti State
Authors: Onipede A. A.
Published: January 2024

The study investigated socio-economic factors affecting children hawkers in Moba local government area of Ekiti State. The study adopted the descriptive design of the survey type. The sample size in this study was 50 teachers. Three research questions were raised and answered in the study. The instrument used for data collection was a researcher-designed questionnaire titled “Socio-economic factors affecting hawkers in Moba LGA of Ekiti State.” Data collected were analysed using statistical tools that were employed to answer the research questions such as mean and standard deviation. The findings revealed that high cost of living is associated with street hawking among children. It was also showed that large family size is associated with street hawking among children in Moba Local Government of Ekiti State. The result revealed that poverty is associated with street hawking among children.Based on the results of this study, it was recommended that there is need for government continuous enlightenment of parents on the effect involving their children in street hawking and the importance of education. Government to create more job opportunities so that citizens would be employed to enable then cater for family needs. Government should make education free at all levels so that the less privileged children would have the opportunity to be educated. Government should legislate against involving children of school age in hawking and punish parent, guardian and caregiver who go against it. There is a need to protect the child, advocate reduction in family size, poverty and promote parental education/economic empowerment in order to reduce the urge on children to perform economic roles. They should also improve the standard of living of the citizens through provision of bursary allowance to the indigent citizens.
Technical-Economic Diagnosis and Development Prospects of Quail Farming in Burkina Faso
Authors: Ida B.O , Kiendrebeogo T , Sanou S.
Published: January 2024

Poultry farming is a livestock sector that encompasses various bird species, with the most well-known in Burkina Faso being chickens and guinea fowl. These two species receive support from development programs as they significantly contribute to the livelihoods of poor populations. Quails have been recently introduced, presenting technical and economic advantages that could contribute to the development of livestock farming. The study aimed to characterize the profile of stakeholders, conduct a techno-economic diagnosis, and suggest development prospects. Thirty-three farming units were surveyed in the cities of Bobo Dioulasso, Ouagadougou, and Orodara. The socio-demographic aspects of quail farmers, zootechnical aspects of quails, and challenges faced were analyzed.On the socio-economic level, the activity is predominantly practiced by young, educated men, exclusively with secondary and higher education. Zootechnically, the animal productions consist of eggs and meat. Quail production goals prioritize egg production, quail chicks (97%), fattening (76%), and breeder farming (48%).The feeding practices are inadequate, as all farmers (100%) were providing quails with feed intended for laying hens or broilers. Breeding quails reach sexual maturity at 6 weeks, with an average of 250 eggs laid per female and a high hatching rate. Quails also exhibit a high level of hardiness, easily adapting to their environment, and a high level of adaptation to climatic factors (85% of farmers).Quail housing exclusively consists of battery cages. Economically, live quail prices range from 1,500 to 3,000 Fcfa for breeders and consumption quails, and from 2,500 to 4,000 Fcfa for a tray of thirty eggs. Income levels varied from 184,470 to 28,642,945 Fcfa from quail sales. The revealed constraints primarily involve marketing, followed by the issue of inadequate feeding.
Foreign Exchange Income and Financial Performance of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria
Authors: Oshim Judethadeus Chukwuebuka , Nze Obiageli N.
Published: January 2024

The study examined the effect of foreign exchange income on financial performance of deposit money banks in Nigeria. The specific objectives of the study were to ascertain the effect of nominal exchange rate, real exchange rate, and exchange rate on return on asset of deposit money banks in Nigeria. nominal exchange rate, real exchange rate, and exchange rate were the independent variables, while return on asset was the dependent variable. The study adopted an ex-post-facto research design, covering the period between 2011 and 2020. Secondary data were extracted from the annual reports and accounts of sampled deposit money banks in Nigeria. Multiple regression techniques were used for test of hypotheses. From the data analysis, it was revealed that nominal exchange rate has a significant negative effect on return on asset of deposit money banks in Nigeria. real exchange rates have a significant positive effect on return on asset of deposit money banks in Nigeria. However, exchange rate has a nonsignificant negative effect on return on asset of deposit money banks in Nigeria. This implies that among the foreign exchange income variables, nominal exchange rate and real exchange rate can be used to predict return on asset of deposit money banks in Nigeria. The study, therefore, recommends that federal money the sources of deficit financing. They should reduce their public debt so as to allow foreigners invest in securities with naira denomination. They should reduce the extent the deplete our foreign exchange reserve because such moves increase the exchange rate, which affects banks performance negatively. The central bank of Nigeria and the ministry of finance should reduce the rate they give out dollars to politicians because it affects our exchange rate and banks’ performance negatively.
Transfomación del Aula de Inglés en una Comunidad Dicursiva
Authors: Rivera Corredor David Alberto , Del Campo Machado Ruth Marcela
Published: January 2024

El objetivo de este articulo consiste en realizar una exploración teórica tanto del concepto mismo de comunidad discursiva y las características pedagógicas que una clase de inglés, independientemente de su estatus como lengua extranjera o segunda lengua, debe tener para ser tratada como tal. Así mismo, este articulo está dirigido a docentes de idiomas e investigadores que se interesan en potenciar su praxis profesional y el aprendizaje significativo de sus estudiantes, pues hace unos aportes teóricos lo suficientemente sólidos como para que estos profesionales de la educación comiencen a aplicar un nuevo paradigma con sus aprendices: la construcción de una comunidad discursiva, lo cual implica varias propiedades puntuales como el pensamiento crítico, la meta-cognición, la interacción bidireccional, el intercambio de ideas y opiniones, el aprendizaje horizontal, las practicas discursivas significativas, la participación permanente, la construcción de discurso pertinente a contextos de la vida real, entre otros. Para una mejor comprensión, esta exploración teórica está dividida en tres secciones principales; a) comunidad discursiva, b) discurso, y c) características pedagógicas de una comunidad discursiva.
Costo de Logistica y Rentabilidad en la Empresa de Transporte Tranpsfar S.A, 2022
Authors: Asencio Malave Candy Zuley , Ganchozo López Miguel Ángel
Published: January 2024

El propósito del presente artículo se direcciona en describir los costos de logisticas que puedan incurrir en la rentabilidad de las  empresas de transporte de carga pesada vía terrestre. El diseño de investigación se fundamenta bajo la metodologia descriptiva con enfoque cuantitativo. Por consiguiente, se recopiló información mediante plataforma de la Superintendencia de Compañias de los Estados Financieros del periodo  2022,  con una muestra por convencia de 5 empresa con caracteristica “Pequeña Empresa” y por su nivel de ingreso en la provincia de Santa Elena, para los resultados se utilizó un conjunto de  técnicas de recolección de informacion, a traves de encuesta virtual y observación directa del objeto de estudio. Al final como resultados se obtuvo que los costos directos e indirectos de transporte hay una mínima diferencia al promedio ingreso mensual.
Water productivity of drip irrigated melon in semi-arid climate
Authors: Hama-Aziz Zanist , Mustafa Rebwar A , Neima Hemin A
Published: January 2024

Water productivity refers to the yield produced per cubic meter of fresh water for a given crop. It is not recorded for most crops in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), where water shortages have recently forced farmers to switch from conventional farming methods like surface irrigation on bare soil to modern farming methods like drip irrigation and mulching. This study is the first effort in Iraq and KRI to determine and report the water productivity for melons (Cucumis melo L>) grown on farms using drip irrigation and plastic mulch. Data on the production, the number of irrigations, the length of each irrigation, as well as the cost and benefit of production were collected from 24 farmers who produced melons in 2022 on an area of 56 ha. Then, the yield, the amount of water applied, and the water productivity were determined. The mean value was 37.4 tons ha-1 for yield, 5,486 m3 ha-1 for water applied, and 7.1 kg m-3 for water productivity. Hence, 140 litres of water were applied to produce 1 kilogram of melon. A cost-benefit analysis showed that water applied accounted for 18% of the overall production benefits, production expenses for 37%, and net benefits for 45%. Therefore, melon production is a profitable rising business in the region. In light of the present water shortage in the area, it is concluded that the recent switch from bare soil surface irrigation to drip irrigation and mulching is a successful adaptation approach.
Evaluation of banana varieties and osmotic agents on physical attributes of intermediate moisture (IM) banana
Authors: Thatayaone Malikongwa , Saji Gomez , Meagle Joseph , . Netravati , Bintu Kuruvila
Published: January 2024

The study aimed to evaluate the effect of different osmotic agents on the physical attributes of Intermediate Moisture (IM) fruit, using six cultivars of banana (Musa spp.) belonging to different genomic groups viz. Nendran (AAB), Pisang Lilin (AA), Karpooravalli (ABB), Njalipoovan (AB), Grand Naine (ABB) and Yangambi km5 (AAA). Banana fruits were cut into longitudinal slices of 8mm thickness to evaluate the physical quality using seven osmotic agents (sucrose, glucose, sucrose + sorbitol, glucose + sorbitol, palm sugar, honey, sucrose + NaCl). The fruits were steam blanched for 2 minutes before being immersed in osmotic solutions for an 8-hour duration at a fruit: osmotic solution ratio of 1:2 and subsequently dried for two hours using a tray drier at 60oC. A significant difference (p=0.05) in water loss was only for the variety Grand Naine (62.12%) in fruits treated with honey and the lowest (29.77%) in the variety Karpooravalli in fruit slices immersed in sucrose. Higher (23.55%) solid gain was recorded in the variety Grand Naine in fruit slices immersed in glucose syrup and lowest (5.83%) in the variety Karpooravalli in fruit slices treated with honey. IM banana of variety Pisang Lilin had the highest (45.40%) weight loss in fruit slices immersed in honey and the lowest (19.13%) in variety Pisang Lilin in fruit slices immersed in glucose+sorbitol. IM banana from variety Njalipoovan had the highest (27.46%) moisture content in fruit slices immersed in palm sugar (T5) solution and the lowest (13.53%) in variety Nendran in fruit slices immersed in sucrose+NaCl. A higher value for water activity was in IM banana variety ‘Pisang Lilin’ treated with sucrose (0.86) and the lowest (0.79) was recorded in varieties Nendran and Grand Naine. IM banana developed from all six varieties treated with honey and combinations of sucrose, glucose, and sorbitol had the lowest water activity. It can be concluded that the more the ‘A’ genome in banana varieties, the higher its permeability for mass transfer. IM banana treated with honey, a combination of sucrose and glucose, and sorbitol had higher values for water loss, solid gain and weight loss and lower values for moisture content and water activity.
Quantifying the effects of drought stress on cucumber genotypes differing in membrane integrity
Authors: Dhanusri V , Devi H. Usha Nandhini , Sankari A. , Djanaguiraman M. , Giridhari V.Veeranan Arun
Published: January 2024

Cucumber yield is profoundly influenced by soil moisture, with drought representing a pivotal factor. This study evaluated four cucumber lines (CBECS-37, CBECS-38, CBECS-19, and CBECS-7) within a split-plot experimental design comprising four replications. Irrigation occurred once every seven days, spanning from sowing to the flowering stage. Drought stress was imposed at two critical stages: from flower bud initiation to harvesting (withheld irrigation for 25 days) and from flowering to harvesting (withheld irrigation for 15 days). Morphological and physiological parameters, including plant height, primary branch count, days to first male and female flower appearance, total soluble solids (TSS), relative water content (RWC), chlorophyll content, leaf electrolyte leakage, and malondialdehyde, were assessed 15 days after drought stress. Results indicated greater membrane damage during the flower bud initiation to the harvesting stage (404.5%) compared to the flowering to the harvesting stage (304.6%). Thus, drought stress during flower bud initiation to harvesting was more critical. CBECS-7 demonstrated the highest tolerance to drought conditions, displaying superior outcomes in primary branches, plant height (20.6%), chlorophyll a (16.7%), chlorophyll b (53.4%), total chlorophyll (26.7%), and RWC (6.7%). CBECS-7 exhibited increased chlorophyll content, enhanced photosynthetic activity, robust vegetative growth, and prolific flower and fruit production. These findings establish CBECS-7 as a drought-tolerant line during flower bud initiation to harvesting. In conclusion, this study underscores the critical nature of the flower bud initiation to the harvesting stage and identifies CBECS-7 as a drought-tolerant cucumber line.
Effect of some postharvest treatments on quality attributes and storability of asparagus spears during cold storage
Authors: Atala Sheren A , Haffez Mona M , Saad M. EL-M
Published: January 2024

This study was conducted during 2022 and 2023 seasons to evaluate the influence of 1-MCP as sheet contained 5%, exposed to ozone gas (4 or 7 ppm), active MAP (5% O2 + 5% CO2 or 5% O2 + 10% CO2) and passive MAP as compared with untreated control on quality attributes and storability of asparagus spears (UC157 F2) during storage at 2°C and 90-95% RH for 20 days. Results indicated that asparagus spears treated with all postharvest treatments were effective in reducing weight loss %, curvature, Phenylalanine ammonia-lays enzyme activity, discoloration, colour change, O2 consumption and CO2 production as well as in maintaining total chlorophyll, total phenolic and the overall appearance of spears during storage as compared with untreated control. However, asparagus spears treated with ozone gas at 4 ppm were the most effective treatment in preserving all the quality attributes of spears. Furthermore, this treatment showed the excellent appearance of spears without any discoloration and curvature till 20 days of storage while ozone gas (7 ppm), 1-MCP and active MAP (5% O2 + 5% CO2) treatments gave a good appearance at the same period. The gas composition inside the package treated with ozone gas at 4 or 7 ppm had high O2 and low CO2 %.
Morphology study, leaf anatomy and growth of the Indonesian Scindapsus
Authors: Ardiningtyas S.A. , Matra D.D , Poerwanto R , . Krisantini , Asih N.P.S
Published: January 2024

Scindapsus (Araceae) is commonly found growing wild in Indonesian forests, including West Borneo. Scindapsus has been extensively cultivated and marketed, but information about the variability, morphology and growth of the plant is limited. This study aimed to identify five types of Indonesian Scindapsus based on their morphology, leaf anatomy, and growth patterns. The morphology study observed the plant’s organ structures, including leaves, stems, and roots. The anatomy study examined the tissue structure of the leaf lamina, including epidermal cells and stomata. The growth observations were conducted by propagating the plants through stem cuttings. The research findings showed that, based on their morphology, the five types of Scindapsus in this study could be classified into two groups: Scindapsus pictus and Scindapsus treubii. The differences between the two groups were in the shape and pattern of their leaves. Based on leaf anatomy, structure, shape of the epidermal cells, and stomata types were the same for all five species, but Scindapsus treubii 2 has the thickest lamina.