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Alginate Based Aloe Vera Gel And/Or Pomegranate Seed Essential Oil Added Edible Coating Film Production Using Casting Method To Extend Strawberries and Cherries Shelf Life
Authors: TUGRUL Nurcan
Published: May 2024

Many type of material used, for coating food to extend shelf life and that may be eaten together with the coated food. Today, environmentally friendly technologies, like edible films produced from biodegradable materials, are preferred in food coating. In this study alginate-based (3g) aloe vera gel (1.5g) and/or pomegranate seed essential oil (1%) added plasticized with glycerol (2g) edible films were produced by casting method for use in food coating at 5 different composition. Aloe vera gel and pomegranate seed essential oil (3%) added edible composite films have the lowest (72.56%) water solubility value. Pomegranate seed essential oil added edible films have lower water vapor transmission rate (0,0897*10-3), and lower moisture content (19.95%) values. 1% pomegranate seed essential oil added film has the lowest film thickness (0.125 mm). FTIR spectra of the films confirmed the interactions between alginate, aloe vera gel and pomegranate seed essential oil thus proving that the films were prepared successfully. Strawberries and cherries were coated with produced edible coating films and weight loss and color analysis were carried out to observe coating performance. It was seen that alginate based and pomegranate seed essential oil added edible coatings reducing moisture loss, color change and surface deformation of strawberries and cherries. The biggest difference of this study from previous studies is that pomegranate seed essential oil was used for the first time in this study, for edible coating film production and the results were quite successful especially for the cherry’s coating.
Sections of the Arabic Language and The Interaction of Eloquence and Syntax in Arabic
Authors: Seyidov Rashad
Published: May 2024

The article deals with the interaction between Nahw and eloquence in classical and modern standard Arabic. In this regard, the parameters of linguistic variation and diglossia, eloquence - as a system of metaphors, al-mani ul-l-bayn, al-mani ul-l-maani, al-mani ul-l-art, the relationship of Arabic eloquence with the semantics of stylistics, the grammatical meaning of the factor, the concept of "sentence" in Arabic, stylistics, linguistics, semio-syntactic features of figures of speech, linguistic deviations and eloquence, semantic expression forms of syntactic categories and others. applied. The main sources of the research are the language materials of classical and modern Arabic literature. In particular, the works of medieval Arab eloquents, Nahwis, and modern Arabic and Western linguists were widely contacted and used as a source of research. The literal meaning of the word eloquence is "fluent, correct and clear expression". As a term, it is used in two senses. The first meaning is "ability" and the second meaning is "science". In Western languages (in French), the words "éloquence" are used instead of the meaning of "ability", and "rhetorique" is used instead of the meaning of "science". Eloquence as a skill is the use of words fluently, correctly, in place and at the right time. In other words, it is the sufficient and timely expression of the opinion orally or in writing. Before eloquence was studied as a science, it existed as a faculty in the language of poets, writers, and orators, and even in the language of the people.
Inference By Pretexts in Contemporary Industries: 2) Inference in Opening the Excuses
Authors: Hakami Ali Ibn Abduh Muhammad Osimi , Dahami Yahya Saleh Hasan
Published: May 2024

It is commonly recognized that a variety of sectors benefit people and successfully advance their interests, which ultimately leads to the welfare of mankind as a whole. This study shows how modern industrial regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia relate to putting an end to pretexts as well as opening solutions with laws. The study demonstrated the Saudi regulator's consideration of opening the methods in current industry regulations after proposing the rule of opening the methods and the term contemporary industries. The study produced results, the most notable of which is the broad coverage of Sharia regulations to control every aspect of life in a way that accomplishes the interests of all people and prevents damage from them. This is done to achieve the goal of stopping evils and preventing damage through opening interests that result in reducing harm to people, endangering the security and stability of societies, harming people, destroying their social and welfare interests, and other matters of beliefs and worldly life. The goal of this study, which employed analytical, inductive, and descriptive methodologies, was to characterize the concept of pretext-based reasoning. Additionally, broadening the definition of sectors that benefit society makes the legislative restrictions on such industries more understandable.
Adaptation of the Learning Process for Students in the Post New Normal Era: Learning Management System (LMS) Innovation Efforts in Indonesia
Authors: Ratnaningsih Sita , Hady Yazid , Nisa Mauidlotun
Published: May 2024

This study aims to explore the condition of Arabic learning at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta after the New Normal Era and the response of the academic community of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta to the post-New Normal situation through the development of a Learning Management System (LMS). The descriptive method is used by utilizing qualitative data from interviews and quantitative data from surveys using questionnaires. The findings show that students' response to adaptation after the COVID-19 pandemic has increased, especially in motivation to learn Arabic. The use of LMS elicits a positive response from students and faculty, enabling variety in teaching, increasing learning motivation, and facilitating assessment. Nonetheless, challenges related to access and conventional learning preferences must be overcome. The majority of lecturers see benefits in using LMS, but differences of opinion regarding the need for a face-to-face approach emphasize the importance of adapting and integrating learning technology with traditional approaches to improve the effectiveness of Arabic language learning. These findings support Gerald Gleason's concept of Educational Technology and John Dewey's The Philosophy of Education. Overall, the study highlights the importance of adaptation in Arabic language learning in the post-pandemic era, with the majority of students and lecturers responding positively to the use of learning technologies such as LMS despite the need for adjustments and improvements to improve overall learning effectiveness.
Youth Offenders and Rehabilitation: Insights from Legal Practitioners and Social Workers
Authors: Saadati Seyed Alireza , Saadati Nadereh
Published: May 2024

The objective of this study was to explore the perspectives of legal practitioners and social workers on the rehabilitation of youth offenders. It aimed to identify the challenges and opportunities within the rehabilitation process, with a focus on understanding the multifaceted approach required for effective rehabilitation and reintegration into society. A qualitative research design was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews with a purposively selected group of 27 legal practitioners and social workers involved in the rehabilitation of youth offenders. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key themes and categories related to the rehabilitation process. The analysis revealed four main themes: Public Perception and Policy, Rehabilitation Challenges, Individualized Rehabilitation Strategies, and Community Integration and Support. These themes encompassed various categories, including media influence, legislative support, gang affiliation, resource limitations, education and skill development, behavioral and mental health support, family engagement, peer networks, and post-release services. The findings highlight the complexity of rehabilitating youth offenders and emphasize the need for a holistic approach that addresses individual needs and leverages community support. The study concludes that effective rehabilitation of youth offenders requires a comprehensive approach that goes beyond punitive measures. It underscores the importance of addressing public perceptions, providing legislative support for rehabilitation programs, tailoring strategies to individual needs, and ensuring robust community integration and support systems. The insights from legal practitioners and social workers offer valuable directions for developing policies and practices that can more effectively support the rehabilitation and reintegration of youth offenders.
Legal Practitioners' Views on the Effectiveness of Virtual Courts
Authors: Öngöz Figen , Karal Zeynep
Published: May 2024

This study aimed to explore legal practitioners' perspectives on the effectiveness of virtual courts, focusing on identifying the main themes related to technological adoption, procedural changes, the impact on justice access, and future directions of virtual courtroom proceedings. Employing a qualitative research design, the study conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 legal practitioners, including lawyers, judges, paralegals, and court clerks. Participants were selected through purposive sampling to ensure a diverse range of experiences and viewpoints. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify patterns, themes, and sub-themes related to the effectiveness of virtual courts. The analysis revealed four main themes: Technological Adoption, Procedural Changes, Impact on Justice Access, and Future Directions. Within these themes, categories such as Ease of Use, Accessibility, Security Measures, Judicial Efficiency, and Public Perception and Acceptance emerged, along with various sub-themes and concepts highlighting the complex dynamics of virtual court proceedings. Key findings include the importance of user-friendly technology, the potential of virtual courts to improve access to justice, and the need for continuous adaptation and training to address technological and procedural challenges. Virtual courts possess the potential to transform judicial processes, offering opportunities for increased efficiency and accessibility. However, the effectiveness of such systems is contingent upon addressing technological, procedural, and accessibility challenges. Future developments in virtual courts should focus on enhancing user satisfaction, ensuring equitable access to justice, and adapting to evolving technological landscapes.
The Perception of Justice Among Wrongfully Convicted Individuals: Life After Exoneration
Authors: Erlich Jonathan , Zhu Weidong , Raj Shehzad
Published: May 2024

This study aims to explore the perceptions of justice among individuals who have been wrongfully convicted and later exonerated. Specifically, it seeks to understand the psychological, social, and financial impacts of wrongful convictions on exonerees and their views on the justice system post-exoneration. Employing a qualitative research design, this study conducted semi-structured interviews with 25 exonerees. The interviews aimed to gather in-depth insights into their experiences with the criminal justice system, life after exoneration, and their perceptions of justice and injustice. Theoretical saturation was reached, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the studied phenomena. The study identified five major themes: Perception of Justice, Impact of Wrongful Conviction, Legal System Interaction, Reintegration Challenges, and Support Systems. Within these themes, detailed categories emerged, such as Sense of Betrayal, Trust in Legal Institutions, Need for Vindication, Personal Identity, Family Dynamics, Social Stigma, Financial Struggles, Psychological Trauma, Legal Representation, Experience with Law Enforcement, Judicial Process, Employment Difficulties, Social Reintegration, Access to Services, Personal Relationships, Family and Friends, Community Organizations, Public Awareness, and Mental Health Support. These categories encapsulate the multifaceted impact of wrongful convictions, highlighting significant psychological distress, financial hardship, social stigma, and the critical role of support systems in exonerees' reintegration and recovery processes. The study underscores the profound and lasting effects of wrongful convictions on individuals, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms in the criminal justice system. It calls for improved legal representation, compensation mechanisms, and support services to address the challenges faced by exonerees. Additionally, the findings highlight the importance of societal recognition and support to mitigate the stigma and challenges associated with wrongful convictions.
The Regulation of Biotechnology: Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications
Authors: Singh Kshitij , Zeeshan Zeeshan , Karna Sumeet
Published: May 2024

This article aims to explore the regulation of biotechnology through the lens of ethical, legal, and social implications. It seeks to identify and analyze the main themes and categories within these implications to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current regulatory landscape and suggest pathways for future policy development. Utilizing a qualitative research design, this study conducted semi-structured interviews with 26 participants from diverse backgrounds, including biotechnologists, legal experts, ethicists, policy makers, and representatives from affected communities. Theoretical saturation was achieved to ensure a robust understanding of the ethical, legal, and social implications of biotechnology regulation. Thematic analysis was employed to categorize the data into main themes and sub-categories. Three main themes emerged from the analysis: Ethical Implications, Legal Implications, and Social Implications. Ethical Implications were subdivided into Consent and Autonomy, Equity and Access, Environmental Ethics, Dual Use and Misuse, Research Ethics, and Moral Boundaries. Legal Implications encompassed Regulatory Frameworks, Intellectual Property, Biosafety and Biosecurity, Consent and Privacy Laws, and Liability and Redress. Social Implications included Public Perception and Trust, Socioeconomic Impacts, Cultural and Religious Perspectives, and Education and Awareness. Each category contained specific concepts highlighting the intricate dynamics within biotechnology regulation. The study concludes that the regulation of biotechnology is a multifaceted issue that requires careful consideration of ethical, legal, and social implications. It underscores the need for a multidisciplinary approach in policy development, emphasizing that future regulations should balance scientific innovation with ethical integrity, legal robustness, and social responsibility. The findings suggest that engaging a broad range of stakeholders and fostering public understanding and trust are crucial for the successful integration of biotechnology into society.
Consumer Trust in Digital Banking: A Qualitative Study of Legal and Regulatory Impacts
Authors: Gupta Vishwajit , Shukla Sumitra
Published: May 2024

The shift towards digital banking has significantly transformed the financial landscape, necessitating a deeper understanding of the factors influencing consumer trust. This study aims to explore how legal and regulatory frameworks, coupled with perceived security measures, impact consumer trust in digital banking services. A qualitative research design was employed, using semi-structured interviews to gather data from 30 participants who use digital banking services. Participants were selected through purposive sampling to cover a broad demographic range. Data were collected to achieve theoretical saturation and analyzed using NVivo software to identify emerging themes and patterns. The analysis revealed three main themes: Regulatory Impact, Perceived Security, and Consumer Trust Dynamics. Regulatory Impact included categories such as Compliance Standards, Consumer Protection Policies, Transparency, and Enforcement and Penalties. Perceived Security was detailed through Technological Safeguards, Risk Management, User Experience, and Data Management. Consumer Trust Dynamics comprised Initial Trust Formation, Trust Maintenance, Impact of Negative Experiences, Role of Peer Influence, and Long-term Relationship Building. The study concluded that a robust legal and regulatory framework, effective security measures, and dynamic trust-building practices are pivotal in fostering consumer trust in digital banking. Transparent regulations, advanced security technologies, and proactive customer relationship management are essential for banks to maintain and enhance trust among users.
A NOVEL SPEECH RECOGNITION SYSTEM USING FUZZY NEURAL NETWORK
Authors: Babu B. Kishore , Mutukuru Dr. Rakesh
Published: May 2024

An important field in digital speech processing is human voice. Speech recognition in humans has long been a hot topic in signal processing and artificial intelligence research. Natural Language Processing (NLP) offers an interdisciplinary subfield called speech recognition that makes it easier for machines to recognize spoken language and transform it into text. To communicate with machines, speech recognition machines has the potential to be helpful. Technology that can have communicates in real time has been made possible. However, there remain additional issues, such as speaker variance due to other factors like age, gender, signal speed, pronunciation variations, noise from the surrounding area etc. Classification of age and gender is important for speech processing. A lot of work has been done to enhance each of these phases in order to get better and more accurate results. The main goal of this analysis is on the integration of machine learning into the speech recognition system. Hence, this analysis presents a novel speech recognition system using Fuzzy neural network. Pre-processing, speech signal segmentation, speech feature extraction, and speaker recognition are the different phases of a speech recognition system. It uses a fuzzy neural network to identify the speaker's age and gender. Accuracy, F1-score, and Precision are used to evaluate the fuzzy model's performance.
MUSICAL FOLKLORE OF GREAT BRITAIN IN PERCY GRAINGER’S OEUVRE
Authors: Сысолятин Б.В.
Published: May 2024

В XX веке мир искусства искал новые способы выразительности. Академические каноны больше не работали, и поэтому многие художники, музыканты и писатели обратили свой взгляд на то, что ранее считалось экзотикой или низкой традицией, которую ещё надо облагородить. Австралийский композитор и выдающийся пианист Перси Грейнджер (1882–1961) был одним из таких новых творцов. Согласно собственной творческой философии он принялся искать новый музыкальный язык в природе и в «примитивном искусстве» – в фольклоре. Свои поиски он начал с фольклора Британских остров. Вместе с английскими композиторами, в начале XX века заинтересовавшимися народным искусством Великобритании (такими как Ральф Воан-Уильямс, Сирил Скотт, Сэсил Шарп и др.), он устраивал «охоту за песнями», во время которой колесил по английским графствам в поисках народной музыки. Он вошёл в историю музыки как дотошный исследователь, новатор и как композитор умело усвоивший язык и особенности британских народных мелодий. В статье рассказывается об особенностях исследовательского и композиторского метода Перси Грейнджера, а также рассматриваются некоторые его яркие произведения, в которых он применил опыт, полученный во время своих этномузыкологических экспедиций.

In the 20th century the world of art was in the search of new ways of artistic expressiveness. Academic canons were not working anymore, and a lot of artists, musicians, and writers turned their eyes to what had been considered an exotic art or a low tradition which needed refining. An Australian composer and a distinguished pianist Percy Grainger (1882–1961) was one of those new creators. In accordance with his own creative philosophy, he started searching for a new musical language in nature and in the “primitive art” – in folklore. He began his search from the musical folklore of the British islands. Together with the English composers who in the beginning of 20th century became interested in folk art of Great Britain (such as Ralph Vaughan Williams, Cyril Scott, Cecil Sharp, and others), he organized “folk-song-hunts”, during which he travelled about England’s counties in search of folk music. He went down in music history as a meticulous researcher, an innovator, and a composer who skillfully absorbed the language and features of British folk tunes. The article covers the peculiarities of Percy Grainger’s methods of research and composing music. In addition, the article examines some of the composer’s outstanding works in which he used the experience gained during his ethnomusicological expeditions.
Ichnology and Main Types of Trace Fossils
Authors: Fu Jian
Published: May 2024

Ichnology studies the traces of activities left by modern and ancient animals. The advantage of trace fossils of biological activity and solid fossils is that the trace fossils are not modified by late diagenesis. They are the original deposits of organisms on the sedimentary environment and can directly reflect the living habits of animals and their living environment. According to the sedimentary substrate in which animals live, trace fossils can be divided into tracks, traceways, trails, crawling traces, resting traces, burrows on the soft ground, and erosion traces made by animals on the hard ground.
Studies on Fusarium wilt of Watermelon by using Antifungal Agents: An Invitro in Sights
Authors: Chaitra G V
Published: May 2024

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is highly prone to Fusarium wilt, caused by a deadly soil-borne pathogen called Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. niveum (FON). Changes in production practices in crops, reduction in usage of fumigation with methyl bromide, crop rotation activities, and increasing human population, led to a resurgence of more virulent strains of FON. When resistant varieties are unavailable, the disease must be managed through a combination of integrated disease control practices. We conducted in vitro screening of botanicals where Allium cepa exhibited maximum inhibition of 80.32 and 82.62 percent at 5 and 10 percent concentrations, respectively. In vitro evaluation of bioagents revealed the maximum percent inhibition by T. harzianum (83.03%) followed by B. subtilis, A. flavus, P. fluorescence, T. viride, and A. niger. Fungicides by Poisoned Food Technique showed that a combination of carbendazim +mancozeb was effective in mycelial inhibition of 99.74 and 99.81 percent at 500 and 1000 ppm concentration respectively. The knowledge obtained from these in vitro findings can be applied in the field at a large scale for reducing and managing watermelon wilt disease.
THE INFLUENCE OF TEACHER COMPETENCY ON STUDENT LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT (SURVEY ON ECONOMICS SUBJECT CLASS XII MA MA'ARIF NU CIMANGGU CILACAP DISTRICT )
Authors: Sanusi Anwar , Sri Lestari  , Inngamul Wafi  , Yogi Nurfauzi
Published: May 2024

The objectives of this study were: 1) To determine the competence of class XII economic teachers at MA Ma'Arif NU Cimanggu, 2) To determine the learning achievement of economic subjects in class XII at MA Ma'Arif NU Cimanggu, 3) To determine the effect of competence teachers towards student achievement in class XII in economic subjects at MA Ma'Arif NU Cimanggu.This type of research used in this research is quantitative research. The method used is a survey method. The techniques used to carry out the analysis using simple regression techniques, From the results of the study, the following conclusions were obtained: (1) The category of economic teacher competence at MA Ma'Arif NU Cimanggu, Cilacap Regency which was in the low category was 2 respondents or 15.4%, in the moderate category as many as 10 respondents or 76.9 % and in the high category as much as 1 respondent or equal to 7.7%. (2) The descriptive results of determining the predicate of the value of the 13 respondents obtained the results: 1 or 7.7% of the students got the very good category, as many as 4 or as much as 30 , 7% of students scored in the good category, as many as 8 or 61.6% of students scored in the sufficient category and there were no students who scored in the poor predicate. (3) There was an influence between the competence of economic teachers on learning achievement in economic subjects with a significance value of 0.000. The regression equation can be written: Y = 28,448 + 1,072X. The R value or the correlation value between variables is 0.469 or 46.9%. Meanwhile, the R Square value of 0.355 implies that the effect of economic teacher competence on learning achievement in economic subjects in class XII MA Ma'arif Cimanggu, Cilacap Regency is 35.5%.
 
Keywords:
Teacher Competence, Learning Achievement, Economics Subjects
LegalOne Deals of the Year 2023 - China
Authors: Li Richard
Published: May 2024

LegalOne’s Deals of the Year 2023 (China) compendium is extracted from our online database, where deals and cases completed by legal professionals across the world are carefully documented. It includes those concluded in 2023 that were submitted to and evaluated by LegalOne’s research team.
Co-application of Phosphorus and Sulfur Improve Yield, Quality, and Nutrients Uptake in Nicotiana tabaccum L.
Authors:   Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar-Pakistan, Alam Aftab , Tariq Muhammad , Ali Jawad , Adnan Muhammad , Fahad Shah , Ahmad Manzoor , Romman Muhammad , Saleem Muhammad Hamzah , Okla Mohammad , Ahmad Shakeel , Gul Farhana , Durrishahwar Durrishahwar , Subhan Fazli , Wahid Fazli , Rahman Inyat-ur ,   Department of Agriculture, University of Swabi, Anbar, Swabi, Pakistan,   Department of Plant Soil and Microbial Sciences, Michigan State University, USA,   Department of Agronomy, The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan,   Department of Agriculture (Agronomy), Bacha Khan University Charsadda KPK– Pakistan,   Department of Botany, The University of Chitral, Pakistan,   MOA Key Laboratory of Crop Ecophysiology and Farming System in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River, College of Plant Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China,   Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia,   Guangxi Colleges and Universities, key laboratory of Crop Cultivation and Tillage, National Demonstration Center for Experimental Plant Science Education, Agricultural College of Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
Published: May 2024

A field experiment was carried out to evaluate the interactive effect of phosphorus (0, 30, 60, and 90 kg P2O5 ha-1) and sulfur (0, 15, 30, and 45 kg ha-1) on yield, quality, and uptake of nutrients by tobacco (Nicotiana tabaccum L.). The experiment was organized in a two-factorial randomized complete block design with three replications at Tobacco Research Station, Mardan, Pakistan in 2017-2018. Application of 90 kg P2O5 ha-1 improved tobacco leaf area (24.2%), green leaf weight (44.5%), cured leaf weight (44.7%), grade index (18.3%), nicotine (35.8%), sugar (12%), and P (24.5%) contents but decreased S content (35.3%) over control phosphorus plots. Similarly, application of 45 kg S ha-1 optimized leaf area (13.6%), grade index (12%), nicotine (15%), P (5.9%), and S (96%) contents over control sulfur plots. Interactively, P application antagonized leaf S content. However, it did not show any adverse effect on other agronomic and quality parameter. Both P and S application decrease leaf chloride content by 43.5% and 21.4%, respectively. Thus, 90 kg P2O5 ha-1 along with 45 kg S ha-1 is recommended for obtaining optimum yield of good quality tobacco crop.
Biogenic Copper Nanoparticles from Rosemary Leaf Extract of Antibacterial Impact
Authors: Poravos Michail , Constantinou Andria , Banti Christina , Hadjikakou Sotiris
Published: May 2024

Rosemary leaf extract (RMLE) was employed for the eco-friendly biogenic synthesis of copper nanoparticles (CuNPs@RMLE). The copper nanoparticles CuNPs@RMLE were characterized by X-ray fluorescence (XRF) and Attenuated Total Reflection Fourier Transform Infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy in solid state. The antibacterial effectiveness of CuNPs@RMLE was assessed against Gram-negative strains, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (P. aeruginosa) and Escherichia coli (E. coli), as well as Gram-positive strains as Staphylococcus epidermidis (S. epidermidis) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). It is compared with the corresponding effectiveness exhibited by RMLE and copper(II).
Exposure to Traumas at Various Developmental Stages and the Manifestation of Subclinical Psychopathy
Authors: Alexandrea Whyte  , *Neelofar Rehman
Published: May 2024

Understandingthedevelopmentofpersonalityisagrowingfield;however,littleisknownaboutthemanifestationofsubclinicalpsychopathictraits.Basedontheknowledgethatchildhoodtrauma/abuseisknowntocontributetothedevelopmentofclinicalpsychopathy,itwashypothesizedthattheexperienceofphysical,sexual,emotionalabuseand/orneglectduringchildhoodand/oradolescentsaswellastheageandlengthofexposuretoabusewouldcontributetothedevelopmentofsubclinicalpsychopathy.Acommunitysampleof160participantscompletedanonlinequestionnaireconsistingofdemographicquestions,theLevensonSelfReportPsychopathyScale,andTheChildAbuseandTraumaScale.Pearson’sProductMomentCorrelationcoefficientfoundthattherewasnorelationshipbetweentheageofexposuretotrauma,thelengthofexposuretotrauma,andthemanifestationofsubclinicalpsychopathy.Descriptivestatisticsrevealedthatthosewhodidnotexperiencechildhoodabusereceivedalowormediumsubclinicalpsychopathyscore.
Management of Positive and Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: A Case Study
Authors: *Mubeena Munir  , Fakhra Wakil
Published: May 2024

Mr. Z. was a 35 years old man, educated up till eighth grade, eldest among five siblings and was a resident of Lahore. He was referred to the hospital with the complaints of hearing avoice which was commanding client about everyday life chores, suspiciousness that someone was trying to harm him and belief that people look and laugh at him. Healsoreported feelings of restlessness and social withdrawal.The clientwas diagnosed withSchizophrenia, Multiple Episodes, currently in Acute Episode on the basis of formal andinformal assessment.Thecase was conceptualized on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and it was used to devise a management plan for the client. A total number of16 sessionswere conducted with him in which different techniques like normalization, ABC model for hallucination and delusion, coping strategies enhancement, challenging beliefs about voices and delusions through verbal challenging techniques and empirical testing, family counselling, relapse prevention were used for the management of symptoms.The client reported to have approximately 70% of improvement by the termination of therapy.
The Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Managing Body Image Dissatisfaction
Authors: *Iqra Ramzan  , Barerah Siddiqui
Published: May 2024

The aim of study wasto test effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT)in managing body image dissatisfaction(BID). The sample of N=16 participants (Woman:n=10 & Man:n= 6)was selected (M=20.0, SD=2.5) and divided into two groups;anexperimental group and a waiting list control group, having8 participants in each group. A baseline score was taken by using Body Dissatisfaction Scale (BDS; Tariq & Ijaz, 2015). Eight sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), adapted from CBT manual for depression (Naee, & Ayub, 2013), were conducted inanindividual setting on a weekly basis. The results suggested asignificant contribution of CBT in decreasing the level ofdissatisfaction related tobody image. The scores of pre and posttesting (p<.05)of experimental group verified the efficacy of CBT in treatingdissatisfaction associated withbody image.Thus, it can be concluded that CBT is effective in treating dissatisfaction related to the body image among adolescents and adults. The study helped in drawing attention towards treatment of body image dissatisfaction (BID) in the Pakistani population and contributed tothe empirical basis of effectiveness of CBT in managing body image anxiety.
Pubertal Changes and Mental Health: The Mediating Role of Body Image Dissatisfaction in Adolescent Girls
Authors: Shumaila Tasleem*  , Tazvin Ijaz  , Rabia Iftikhar
Published: May 2024

The current study was designed to investigate the relationship of pubertal changes experienceswith psycho-social factors in adolescent girls of Pakistan. A cross sectional study design wasused to conduct this research. A large sample of adolescent girls (N=906) was selected frompublic and private Schools. All girls were selected from grade 7th, 8th and 9th through stratifiedrandom sampling. Data Collection was done in the months of April, 2018- May, 2019. PubertalChanges Experience Scale (Tasleem et al., 2020), Mental Health Inventory (Bashir & Naz,2013), Body Dissatisfaction Scale (Tariq & Ijaz, 2015), Alabama Parenting Questionnaire (Frick,1991) were used in the data collection process. The hypothesis testing was done through PearsonProduct Moment Correlation and Mediation. A positive correlation between emotional distress atthe time of puberty, body dissatisfaction and psychological distress was found. Moreover,emotional distress has inverse correlation with psychological wellbeing of adolescent girls. Bodyimage dissatisfaction was significantly positively correlated with psychological distress andnegatively correlated with psychological well-being. The factor of body image dissatisfactionemerged as a mediating variable between pubertal changes experiences and mental health ofadolescent girls. It is also established in the study that pubertal changes influence social role ofadolescent girls and psychological distress. The current study provided an empirical evidenceabout emergence of body dissatisfaction as a mediating factor between negative pubertalexperiences and mental health of adolescent girls at the time of puberty.
Demographic Determinants of Sexual Harassment in Police Women
Authors: Mueen Abid*  , Saima Riaz  , Maryam Riaz
Published: May 2024

The present study aims at exploring the demographic determinants of sexual harassment inPolice Women because this population is repressed and overlooked in exploring the sensitiveissue of sexual harassment with particular reference to Pakistan. It was a cross-sectional researchin which 191 police women personnel (age range = 15-65) were recruited from Gujrat andGujranwala districts. A sexual harassment experience questionnaire was used to gauge sexualharassment (Kamal & Tariq, 1997). Information on various demographic characteristics wasgathered using a self-made demographic sheet. Using SPSS 21, one-way ANOVA and neuralnetwork analysis were executed. The results of the present investigation demonstrated asubstantial predictive relationship between demographic factors (job status, age, education, andduration of job) with sexual harassment. The results showed that age 0.473 (100% normalizedimportance) was the most significant predictor of sexual harassment among police women,followed by education 0.348 (73.5% normalized importance), duration of job 0.114 (24.1%normalized importance), and job status.065% (13.7% normalized importance). All four variableswere contributing to the level of sexual harassment among police women. The results of thepresent investigation can be beneficial for policymakers in terms of new knowledge andstatistical data to prevent this population from experiencing sexual assault.
PREDICTION OF TARIFF RATE USING MULTIPLE LINEAR REGRESSIONPREDICTION OF TARIFF RATE USING MULTIPLE LINEAR REGRESSION
Authors: Nandini Chevuru , Madhav Dr.K.Reddy
Published: May 2024

A tariff is a list of costs incurred during the movement of commodities across different distances. Seasonal and non-seasonal variables also affect tariffs. The goal of this study is to use multiple linear regression, a machine learning method, to estimate truck load tariff rates. We will attempt to forecast the truck tariff rates by using a few variables and the machine learning regression procedure previously discussed. By doing this, we can assist the industries in estimating the tariff rates so they can take the appropriate steps and manage and control the cost of transportation to run their businesses profitably
A cross-validation of primary personality structure in the 16 P.F. by two parcelled factor analyses
Authors: Cattell Raymond B.
Published: May 2024

Since most recent factorings of primary personality structure as based on the 16 P.F. item domain have been by scales, they just conceivably could yield a simple structure perpetuating a past structure. Two new analyses have been made, one here, one prior, setting scales aside and using 46 'radial parcel' variables covering the 184 items. Radial parcels of four items each have built up quite regardless of scale groupings. The present analysis on 250 students and the prior one on 780 adults yielded 22 and 21 factors respectively, statistically significant simple structures in both and a substantial invariance (matching) of factors between them by congruence and salient variable similarity coefficients. Further analysis, beyond the present, shows that the factors found here (a) match when converted to loadings on items, the recognized 16 P.F. factor patterns, and (b) yield the patterns of second-order factors that would be expected from the identification by item content given them as primaries. Additionally, new primaries appear here beyond those in the 16 P.F., and they also match from the present to the prior parcelled analysis. However, one or two poor matches - E, H, M, Q2, and Q4 - also result, which could be due to the substantial differences of population in the studies used in the cross validation.
Dimensions of family dynamics in child abusing families
Authors: Barton Keith , Wood Sally
Published: May 2024

Parents in families of abused children were given the Family Adaptability and Cohesion Scales (FACES II). They completed the questionnaire under two sets of instructions: how their family currently functioned and how they would like it to function in the future. Factor analyses showed (a) that five factors seemed stable in structure for both sets of instructions; (b) Olson's concepts of Adaptability and Cohesion were useful in this 'atypical' sample; (c) others using 'atypical' samples might profit by checking the factor structure when using the FACES II; and (d) five scales instead of two should be used in subsequent analyses of family dynamics. Tentative titles for the new scales are suggested based on Olson's original titles.
Measuring anger or an amorphous construct?
Authors: Alumbaugh Richard
Published: May 2024

Construct validity of anger or anger-related measures is essential to research on links of anger to illness or to treatment effectiveness of anger management techniques. The purpose of the paper is to examine construct validity of anger measures considering theoretical issues and applications of factor-analytic methods. I have concluded that test developers have used improper strategies to demonstrate construct validity. Recommendations are offered to improve construct validity studies including proper application of factor-analytic methods.
Some determinants of diagnosis and neuroleptic administration among schizophrenic and mood disordered VA patients
Authors: Bernstein Ira H. , Kolodner Robert M. , Kashner T. Michael
Published: May 2024

This study examined diagnostic practices and neuroleptic use at four general medical and surgical VA medical centers. Most effects were as expected, e.g., patients administered neuroleptics during a prior hospitalization and who exhibited more psychotic symptoms were more likely to be diagnosed with schizophrenia than with a mood disorder. However, the centers differed in their diagnostic practices after adjusting for such differences in symptomatology. As a result, patients were more likely to receive neuroleptic medication when treated at certain hospitals relative to others even though these differences followed directly from differences in diagnostic practices. Further research is needed to determine the extent to which these different diagnosis practices reflect variation in training, theoretical orientation, documentation, or justification for particular psychiatric practices. Regardless, they have significant legal and professional ramifications.
Validating a four-profile goal orientation solution using cluster analysis: Examining stress and attitudinal response patterns among organizational employees
Authors: Fortunato Vincent J.
Published: May 2024

Although goal orientation has been conceptualized as a multi-dimensional construct, researchers typically examine the simple relationships between the different dimensions and outcome variables of interest. Recently however, Fortunato and Goldblatt (2006), using cluster analytic procedures, found that a four-cluster solution best explained variance in individuals' scores on a trichotomous measure of goal orientation, as well across a variety of dispositional and motivational variables. This investigation was designed to validate the four-cluster goal orientation solution and expand current organizational research by examining a variety of stress and attitudinal variables. Data from two work samples were collected: bank employees (N = 156) and retail customer service personnel (N = 212). A four-cluster solution similar to that observed by Fortunato and Goldblatt was the best solution across both samples. Because a profile approach is consistent with theory. I recommend that goal orientation researchers take a multi-dimensional (i.e., profile) approach when analyzing their data.
Sigma Gamma Epsilon Student Research Poster Session, Geological Society of America Meeting 2016, Denver, Colorado, USA
Authors: Even Paula
Published: May 2024

The 2016 Sigma Gamma Epsilon Undergraduate Research (Poster Session) took place during the 2016, Geological Society of America annual meeting in Denver, Colorado on Tuesday, 27 September 2016: 9:00 AM-6:30 PM. The National Council of Sigma Gamma Epsilon awarded the Austin A. Sartin Best Poster Award to Alexa Harrison and Nicholas Schrecongost from Radford University. Jessica Robinson and Allison D. Jones, students at University of Pacific, were awarded the National Council’s Best Poster Award.
SIGMA GAMMA EPSILON STUDENT RESEARCH POSTER SESSION, GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA MEETING 2017, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, USA
Authors: Even Paula
Published: May 2024

The Sigma Gamma Epsilon, an academic honor society for students of the Earth Sciences, is an important tradition at GSA annual meetings. Sigma Gamma Epsilon's goal in sponsoring this session is to provide a student-friendly forum for young researchers to present on undergraduate research; this session has seen increasing interest and participation over the years. The session is open to students (regardless of membership in Sigma Gamma Epsilon) and faculty co-authors working in any area of the geosciences. Those posters authored by student members in good standing of active chapters of Sigma Gamma Epsilon will be judged for two (2) best-poster awards given annually by the Society.
Swimming Reptile Tracks in the Lower Triassic Moenkopi Formation, Capitol Reef National Park, UT
Authors: Davis Larry , Eves Robert
Published: May 2024

Abundant pre-dinosaurian tetrapod tracks, ichnofossil Chirotherium, have been found in the Moenkopi Formation. Swimming reptile tracks are found in the Torrey Member of the Moenkopi Formation in Capitol Reef National Park near Torrey, Utah. The tracks are preserved in a fine-grained sandstone deposited on a flat-lying coastal plain.
Inovações e Transformações na Farmacoterapia e Farmácia Clínica
Authors: Torelli Reis Walleri Christini , Entringer Bottacin Wallace , Bonetti Aline de Fátima , de Queirós Bagatim Bruna Aline , Caldas Rios Cinthia , Coelho Vilela Fernanda , Rotta Inajara , Teles de Souza Thaís , Tavares da Silva Penteado Suelem
Published: May 2024

Livro de resumos do 2º Congresso Brasileiro de Farmacoterapia e Farmácia Clínica - 2022. A farmácia clínica e a farmacoterapia são áreas do saber por si só transformadoras, já que, através das competências relacionadas ao uso racional de medicamentos e do cuidado ao paciente, tem potencial para mudar vidas. Ao longo dos anos, essas áreas têm agregado inovações e reinventado seus processos de trabalho, ou seja, a maneira de cuidar. As tecnologias de informação e comunicação surgiram como potentes alternativas para auxiliar no processo de cuidado e na missão de mudar vidas. Os trabalhos apresentados nesta obra trazem experiências e estudos, conduzidos por pesquisadores e profissionais de todo o Brasil, e retratam o estado da arte daquilo que estamos fazendo de “novo”. Renovar é preciso na saúde, para qualificar nossos processos. Acreditamos que a leitura pode inspirá-lo a fazer releitura e mudança na sua prática profissional. Desejamos que seja uma experiência transformadora.
Para entender o diabetes
Authors: Entringer Bottacin Wallace
Published: May 2024

'Para entender o diabetes', de Wallace Bottacin, é uma luz no fim do túnel para aqueles que buscam compreender e manejar o diabetes com clareza e segurança. Através de uma abordagem acolhedora e empática, Wallace desdobra os complexos aspectos do diabetes em uma conversa amigável, descomplicando termos médicos e oferecendo conhecimentos valiosos sobre o tratamento e o dia a dia com a condição. Este livro se destaca como um guia essencial, transformando o medo e a incerteza em conhecimento e confiança. Ao virar cada página, o leitor é convidado a uma jornada de aprendizado, onde as dúvidas mais comuns são abordadas com respostas diretas e aplicáveis. 'Para entender o diabetes' é mais do que um manual de saúde; é um convite para viver bem com diabetes, equipando o leitor com ferramentas para um controle eficaz e uma vida mais plena.
A University Vice Chancellor-in-Waiting Speaks
Authors: Mishra K C
Published: May 2024

My joys knew no bounds when on March 15, 2024 I had the fortune to be in the ’Next Generation Nalanda’ campus (of the World’s First Residential University in Nalanda, India from 427 till 1197); in the ultimate the revival and rejuvenation of the ancient Nalanda proposed by Dr A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President of India and now called as Nalanda International University, Rajgir, Bihar, India. What a Greatest Center of Higher Learning in the ancient world and now to attract the first-rate students from around the world.
Synchronous and Asynchronous Digital Tools for Real Life Support and Skills- Lessons Learnt from Covid 19
Authors: Khan Rana
Published: May 2024

The current pandemic has surprised language educators. Globally, educators have been forced to implement online platforms and remote pedagogies.  Online or virtual situations are challenging for students and teachers. Distance learning has become the norm. They must deal with a situation for which they never had any formal training or orientation. Although language learners have weathered this new crisis well, language instructors remain challenged with remote teaching's complexities. In this research proposal, the researcher examines how language educators have adapted to remote learning and discusses how they have implemented synchronous and asynchronous digital tools like OneNote in their language classrooms.