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Research Paper on the Adoption and Use of Financial Technology
Authors:   Trinity Academy of Engineering, Pune, India, Patil Mayur Arun
Published: April 2024

Financial technology (fintech) has the potential to bring about significant changes in the financial sector, including increased access to financial services and greater financial inclusion for underserved populations. This paper investigates the adoption and use of fintech in developing countries, with a focus on the factors that influence its uptake and the potential benefits and challenges it presents. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study analyzes data from a variety of sources, including surveys, interviews, and case studies, to provide an in-depth understanding of the current state of fintech in developing countries. The results of the study show that fintech adoption in developing countries is driven by a combination of factors, including economic conditions, technological infrastructure, and regulatory environment. While fintech has the potential to bring about significant benefits, including increased access to financial services, improved financial literacy, and greater economic opportunity, it also presents challenges, including security and privacy concerns and the risk of further exclusion of vulnerable groups. Overall, the study highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of the complex factors that influence the adoption and use of fintech in developing countries and the importance of carefully addressing the potential challenges in order to maximize its benefits
A Review on Ocular Drug Delivery System
Authors:   Pratibhatai Pawar College Of Pharmacy Shrirampur , District: Ahmednagar, Patel, Anam Javed
Published: April 2024

The major challenge faced by today’s pharmacologist and formulation scientist is ocular drug delivery. Topical eye drop is the most convenient and patient compliant route of drug administration, especially for the treatment of anterior segment diseases. Delivery of drugs to the targeted ocular tissues is restricted by various precorneal, dynamic and static ocular barriers. Also, therapeutic drug levels are not maintained for longer duration in target tissues. In the past two decades, ocular drug delivery research acceleratedly advanced towards developing a novel, safe and patient compliant formulation and drug delivery devices/techniques, which may surpass these barriers and maintain drug levels in tissues. Anterior segment drug delivery advances are witnessed by modulation of conventional topical solutions with permeation and viscosity enhancers. Also, it includes development of conventional topical formulations such as suspensions, emulsions and ointments. KEYWORDS: Cornea; Emulsions; Implants; Liposome; Nanomicelles;
AI Based Talking Bot Using ChatGPT
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Electronics & Telecommunication, & P G Moze College of Engineering, Pune, Somani Prof. Radhika
Published: April 2024

The widespread adoption of voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, Google, and Cortana presents new opportunities for developers, yet the techniques required differ significantly from traditional device development. This paper advocates for integrating voice assistant app development into engineering education, addressing the gap in syllabi and preparing students for emerging demands. Focusing on Alexa due to its prevalence, we propose final projects centered on Alexa skill development. Initial student interest underscores the relevance and potential of this educational approach. Key Words: IOT, ESP32, Voice Commands, Voice to Text Conversion, Text to Voice Conversion etc.
Harmony as an Aesthetic Approach for Meditation Centers
Authors:   School of Architecture, IPS Academy, 452012,  Indore, Madhya Pradesh, mishra, Gaurav
Published: April 2024

In recent years, meditation centres have become increasingly popular among individuals seeking solace, tranquillity, and respite from the pressures of contemporary life. This research paper seeks to explore the significance of harmony as an aesthetic approach in designing and organizing meditation centres, with the aim of enhancing the overall meditative experience for practitioners. By conducting an interdisciplinary examination of architecture, interior design, and psychological well-being, this study aims to investigate the role of harmonious aesthetics in facilitating a more effective and fulfilling meditation experience. The study emphasizes the importance of harmonious aesthetics in shaping the design of meditation centres. The pursuit of visual appeal extends beyond mere aesthetics to encompass a multisensory experience that evokes a sense of calmness and promotes mindfulness. The interplay of colours, textures, and spatial arrangements come together to create a serene atmosphere that guides practitioners on a journey inward. The paper underscores the significance of interior design in fostering harmony in meditation centres. Interior spaces that incorporate calming colour palettes, natural materials, and minimalist aesthetics create an environment that is conducive to meditation. Researchers examine the psychological impact of these design choices on practitioners, exploring how a harmonious interior can facilitate a deeper sense of mindfulness and focus during meditation sessions. Furthermore, the study analyses case studies of existing meditation centres that are renowned for their aesthetic excellence. By identifying commonalities in their design philosophies and best practices, the paper aims to inform architects, designers, and meditation practitioners alike. The goal is to foster a deeper understanding of the role of intentional aesthetics in enhancing the meditative journey and contributing to holistic well-being. In conclusion, this research paper emphasizes the significance of harmony as a key aesthetic principle in meditation centre design. By focusing on harmonious aesthetics, architects, designers, and meditation practitioners can create an environment that promotes inner peace, mindfulness, and overall well-being. The findings of this study contribute to the evolving discourse on meditation centre design and have practical implications for those involved in the design and construction of such spaces. Keywords: harmonious aesthetics, design of meditation centres, multisensory experience, harmony principle
Ti-Zr alloy (ROXOLID) will become a Paradigm Shift in Implant Material? -A Narrative Review
Authors:   Final Year PG Student, Dept of Prosthodontics, Lenora Institute of Dental Sciences, Rajahmundry, YSR University, A.P, India,, A Supriya
Published: April 2024

Titanium and Zirconia are one of the most widely used biomaterials for dental implants. Titanium has an excellent osseointegration but has insufficient mechanical resistance and the zirconia implants are used in anterior regions. So, TiZr alloy( Roxolid) was introduced that increased mechanical resistance than titanium alloys with similar biocompatibility to bone tissues. In this narrative review, the authors discuss various properties of TiZr alloy and use of these as implant materials due to their superior properties. Keywords: Titanium, Zirconia, TiZr alloy, Roxolid, Implant material.
Redesigning Android Development: Using Reactive Programming to Retrofit REST APIs and Concurrency
Authors:   Chandigarh School of Business Jhanjeri, Mohali, Kaura Samridhi
Published: April 2024

In this paper the current techniques and tools used by developers to create applications are described in detail and the use of REST APIs in Android applications as a case study. The first component is the installation of the APIs, which we will focus on the Retrofit library for network management, and the API Clients to manage requests. This study evaluates the nuances of JSON parsing, serialization, and deserialization through the Retrofit API client. We study the technique of data searching, the introduction of Tap Drawer using Firebase to improve the app functionality, and the string transformation method of Scalar with JSON Converter Factory.The tutorial explains how to set up an API, design an interface for Product ID query, use a Binding Adaptor for handling images and a Glide dependency to load images. As well, we consider how to create a Product Adaptor for a Recycler View which leverages Fragments to implement complex user interfaces. According to the plan of Android development, we absorb width, wrap content and verticality alignment as layout factors.The building of the “Adapter List” based on the “Create View Holder” function and the creation of Product Model class — which consists of fields for ratings and product details — as well as the JSON integration are presented in the article. Asynchronous processes are applied in the application as well as the `enqueue` technique has been used to provide effective network connection.We intend to acquire an experimental data by app scanning on the Android platform, by referring to Stack Overflow's most favourite pages and through a survey of mobile application developers in order to build a code collection associated with REST mobile client technologies. From our findings it follows that application communicating through the Internet phenomenon associated with JSON syntax implementation in comparison to XML data processing execution rather widespread and acceptable in terms of Android developers. We include the HTTP libraries standardized by third-party organizations in the paper which also explains how to use the practices.In unity, we discuss the perks of Android system uniqueness which facilitates the application customization, suppliers and the consumers, in terms of security, usability, and usefulness. Our app framework for Android offers coronary adjust to existing apps through behaviour simply without accessing or modifying app source code but sticks to the universal app-agnostic transformation objectives. This architecture is thus designed to allow the modified software version to function without any hindrance on any normal Android device. Keywords- REST API, Android, Retrofit, Firebase, Gson, Recycler View, JSON parsing, HTTP libraries, refactoring, Android programming principles.
Food Image Detection Using CNN Algorithm
Authors:   Student of Information Technology Department , Sipna College of Engineering & Technology Amravati, Ramteke Arpit B.
Published: April 2024

In the coming years, the fusion of deep learning with computer vision will usher in significant advancements in various domains, including food image analysis. A pioneering approach will be introduced to meet the rapidly increasing demand for automated recipe generation from food images, leveraging state-of-the-art deep learning techniques. The proliferation of social media platforms and the omnipresence of food-related content will necessitate efficient algorithms capable of understanding food images and generating coherent recipes. The proposed framework will integrate deep learning neural networks for robust food image recognition and sequence-to-sequence models for recipe generation. Initially, a pre-trained model will be employed on extensive food image datasets to extract pertinent features, followed by fine-tuning on domain-specific datasets to enhance accuracy. This pre-training step will enable the network to learn rich representations of various food items and their compositions. Subsequently, a sequence-to-sequence model, such as an encoder-decoder architecture equipped with attention mechanisms, will be employed to map the extracted image features to textual recipes. This model will learn to generate coherent and contextually relevant recipes from input food images, capturing the intricate details of different cuisines and dishes. Key Words: Deep Learning, Food Image Analysis, Recipe Generation, Convolutional Neural Networks.
An Experimental Study of Concrete Mixed with Coconut Shell as Partial Replacement of Course Aggregate
Authors:   Atma Malik Institute of Technology and Research, Shahapur, Padgha Megha
Published: April 2024

The high cost of conventional construction materials affects the economy of structure. The possibility of utilizing recycled coconut shell aggregates in concrete as coarse aggregate is examined in the present study. An optimum percentage replacement of coarse aggregate with coconut shell aggregate is determined from the study. Coconut shell is a lightweight material thus producing lightweight concrete. The replacement of coarse aggregate of coconut shell by 10%, 20% and 30%. The Design mix used is M20 grade and testing of specimens are conducted after 7 and 28 days of curing. The flexural and compressive strength of concrete are tests. The main objective is to encourage the use of these waste products as construction materials in low-cost housing Aggregate is a major ingredient for making concrete, occupying almost 70-80% part of concrete. Conventionally crushed rocks are used as coarse aggregate and river sand as fine aggregate. Both are naturally available materials. Due to the speedy growth of construction works, conventional aggregate sources are exhaust very fast leading to a significant increase in the cost of construction. For sustainable development, these materials should be used wisely and alternative materials need to be searched to replace regular aggregate. A large number of studies have been done to search for alternative materials for the production of concrete. At the same time due to fast industrialization, production of waste material is increasing day by day. Its disposal has become a real problem. It can be concluded that the ideal amount of coconut shell replacement for coarse aggregate for M20 Concrete is 10% -20%. Key Words: Concrete Mix, Coconut shell, Low cost housing, Flexural strength, Compressive strength, Design mix, Replacement of Course Aggregate.
Modification, Blending, Characterization, and Investigation of Thermal Properties, pH Response of Chitosan-based Polymer Extracted from Labeo rohita Scales
Authors: Nagpurkar Laxman P , Shiwankar Nishikant B , Zade Vaibhav R , Hese Shrikant V , Kore Vrushabh R , Pangal Ashvini D
Published: April 2024

Modern shrimp farming began in India during the late 1980s in response to increasing global demand for shrimp and government policies aimed at promoting seafood exports. Corporate entities provided the necessary capital to build hatcheries, farms, and processing plants. However, a survey revealed that the major waste materials generated by these shrimp processing industries in India have become a major problem. In the present work, chitin is extracted and purified from the scale of fish Labeo rohita and modified into chitosan. Chitosan and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) were blended in various ratios to prepare a composite material and films. The blended material was characterized using fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), scanning electron microscope (SEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), and a few other analyses to understand the polymer’s nature. The work demonstrated that fish scales can serve as a valuable raw material for chitin, chitosan and these polymer-based products. Chitosan, being easily accessible, cost-effective, and biodegradable, has wide-ranging applications in fields like clinical, biomedical, food industry, pharmaceuticals, polymer industries, etc., proper preparation of chitin, chitosan and combination with suitable compounds can lead to desired outcomes.
Pharmaceutico-analytical Study on Nisha Manasila Taila
Authors: KM Anagha , AK Muraleedharan
Published: April 2024

Nisha Manasila Taila is a unique formulation described in Chakradatta Kushta-Chikitsaadhyaya. It is a herbo-mineral preparation containing Manasila (realgar), with Kandu (itching) and Pama (scabies) as its primary indication. Itching is the most common symptom seen in the majority of microbial infections of the skin. In Ayurveda, skin diseases fall under the broad category of Kushta (skin disorders). The preparation of Nisha Manasila Taila follows the Samanya Tailapakavidhi (general method of preparation of oil-based formulations). This process involves combining three main components in specific ratios: Kalkadravya (paste of drugs-1 part), Snehadravya (lipid media-4 parts), and Dravadravya (liquid media-16 parts). The ratio may vary depending on the specific Kalka and Dravadravya used. Nisha Manasila Taila contains Haridra (Curcuma longa) and Shodhita Manasila (purified realgar) as Kalka (paste), Arkapatrarasa (juice of Calotropis gigantea) as Dravadravya (liquid media) and Sarshapatail a (mustard oil) as Snehadravya (lipid media) in specific proportions. This study aims to highlight the physico-chemical changes that occur in Nisha Manasila Taila during the Tailapaka (oil preparation) process, using analytical parameters. In the pharmaceutical part of the study, the purification of Manasila (realgar) was performed, followed by the preparation of three samples using the general method of preparation of oil-based formulations. In the analytical part, three samples of Taila were analyzed using physicochemical parameters and chromatographic methods. The physicochemical parameters of the prepared samples fell within the normal range and are compared with the values of Sarshapataila (Mustard oil) used in sample preparation. Significant differences were observed in the organoleptic and physicochemical parameters between Sarshapataila (mustard oil) and the prepared sample, resulting from the pharmaceutical procedure carried out.
The Effect Of Financial Literacy On The Lifestyle Of Gen-Z Accounting Students Unismuh Makassar
Authors: Sitti Syaharana  , Muryani Arsal  , Hasanuddin Hasanuddin
Published: April 2024

This research aims to examine the influence of financial literacy on the lifestyle of Gen-Z Unismuh Makassar accounting students. This research uses quantitative methods. The sample in this study took 2020 Accounting Students from the Faculty of Economics and Business, Muhammadiyah University of Makassar.This research data was obtained from a questionnaire (primary data). The research results from data processed using SPSS 26 statistical calculations. Based on the partial SPSS 26 output results, the financial literacy research results obtained a tcount of 5.145 while the ttable was 1.995, meaning that t_count was 5.145 > t_table 1.995. This indicates that financial literacy has a positive and significant influence on the lifestyle of Gen-Z Accounting Students. The suggestion from this research is for Accounting Students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Muhammadiyah University of Makassar to further improve their understanding and abilities in Financial Literacy towards their limited lifestyle so that it is better and for future researchers it is hoped that they can add other indicators and variables.
Computer Game Development for Balancing Chemical Equations Skill in Chemistry Education
Authors: Atanan Yada , Saithongdee Amornrat
Published: April 2024

This computer game was designed and developed to enhance the skills of high school students in balancing chemical equations. The game simulates a trip to the beach and consists of three missions, ranging from easy to difficult levels, enabling players to engage in a contextual learning experience. The objectives of this computer game development were to compare learning achievement before and after using the game and to evaluate the level of satisfaction in learning through the game. The study sample consisted of 27 high school students in Mathayom Suksa four, selected from a medium-sized school in Pathumthani Province, Thailand, using purposive sampling. The research employed two primary assessment tools: 1) a pretest-posttest to assess the understanding of balancing chemical equations and 2) a satisfaction evaluation form to evaluate the computer game. Data analysis was performed using the mean, standard deviation (S.D.), t-test, and normalized gain (). The findings revealed that the mean learning achievement after using the computer game (13.52) was significantly higher than the mean before using the computer game (11.52) at a significance level of 0.01. The overall normalized gain for the class was at a moderate level. Furthermore, the majority of the participants expressed high satisfaction with a mean score of 4.56, indicating that the computer game was user-friendly and conducive to learning. The content, which presented chemical reactions in daily life within the computer game, was also easily comprehensible. Therefore, it could be effectively utilized to enhance classroom learning and applied to other areas of knowledge.
An Analytical Study on Waste Management and Recycling in Business Settings
Authors: Juliet Dr. A. , Dyana Dr. P. Fathima Nancy
Published: April 2024

Waste management and recycling in India have received significant attention due to growing concerns about environmental sustainability and resource conservation. India generates over 150,000 tonnes of solid waste daily, with urban areas contributing the majority. This waste includes domestic, industrial, and commercial waste. Recycling rates have historically been low due to a lack of infrastructure and awareness. However, the need for proper sorting and recycling of waste is increasingly recognized. A significant portion of recycling in India is done by the informal sector, which includes waste pickers and small recycling units. In this study, the researcher examines the awareness level of waste Management and recycling methods among the industries, analyzes the challenges faced by the industries in Waste Management and Recycling methods, and suggests ways for the future growth of Waste Management and Recycling methods among Industries.
The Frustration Doctrine and Leases: Lessons from the Hong Kong COVID-19 Litigation
Authors: Loke Alexander F. H.
Published: April 2024

The Frustration Doctrine and Leases: Lessons from the Hong Kong COVID-19 Litigation

Despite the immense impact of COVID-19 on the business environment, the Hong Kong (HK) courts did not find room for the operation of the frustration doctrine. While all the reported HK cases involved leases, they offer valuable lessons on the theoretical basis of frustration and how the ‘radical change in nature of obligations’ test is critically concerned with characterising the nature of the bargain. Beyond their precedential value, the decisions point to the limits of contractual construction and the need to recognise the role of legal policy in exercising what is in effect judicial risk allocation when applying the doctrine of frustration.
Balancing scripted and unscripted dialogue: the significance of intuition and presence in restorative justice pedagogy
Authors: Parker-Shandal Crystena
Published: April 2024

Balancing scripted and unscripted dialogue: the significance of intuition and presence in restorative justice pedagogy

In restorative justice approaches to education, educators and community-based workers – such as teachers, administrators, social workers, and child and youth workers – often follow detailed scripts when conflict erupts. When used without conscious connection and reflection in post-incident reactive responses, such scripts can circumvent the actual issue and perpetuate harm. Centring humanity and relational connection in any restorative process requires intuitive and critical thinking if educators are to select questions with intention – they need to know when and how to modify approaches to facilitate equity and inclusion. Scripts are necessary for educators who need guidance and support when responding to conflict with a restorative process. Nevertheless, script use must be balanced with an intuitive, reflexive praxis that calls them to pause in the present moment and respond with intention. This article describes how three teachers used various scripted and unscripted approaches to resolve conflict and promote peace.
Towards Sustainable Water Solutions: Investigating Groundwater Possibility in Dindori District of Madhya Pradesh, India
Authors: Pendro Budhram , Yadav Yogesh
Published: April 2024

Groundwater is a crucial resource, as approximately 45% of irrigation and around 80% of domestic water needs in India are fulfilled by groundwater reservoirs. Therefore, it is essential to determine where the probability of groundwater availability is high and where it is low. In areas with low probability, there is a need for the rapid development of recharge structures. GIS and remote sensing technology is a crucial tool for obtaining information about availability of ground water potential as well as finding suitable site for recharge structures. The investigation will involve geological surveys to understand the hydrogeological characteristics of the region, including aquifer properties, recharge mechanisms, and groundwater quality. Additionally, environmental impact assessments will be conducted to evaluate the sustainability of groundwater extraction and its potential implications on the surrounding ecosystems. Furthermore, socio-economic analyses will explore the existing water usage patterns, community needs, and stakeholders' perspectives to develop inclusive and equitable groundwater management plans.

"This study focuses on the Dindori district in Madhya Pradesh, India. There are different factors affecting groundwater recharge, including topography, slope, land use and land cover, drainage density, geology, soil distribution, rainfall, lineament, etc. Satellite images provide information about land use/land cover, geomorphology, and DEM delineate slope, drainage, and lineament. They are classified into different classes and assigned weights. ArcGIS software was used for data integration and weighted overlay analysis to create a groundwater potential map for the Dindori district. The groundwater potential map is categorized into five classes: 'Excellent' (0.01%), 'Good' (9.78%), 'Moderate' (70.04%), 'Poor' (19.97%), and 'Very Poor/Nil' (0.17%)."
Effect of Pranayama on Breath Holding Time of College Students
Authors: Patel Shri Krishna , Srivastava Sanjay
Published: April 2024

Context: Pranayama is a method for regulating and manipulating breath and meditation. It enables individuals to achieve a state of profound relaxation while maintaining mental alertness. Recent research on the effects of yoga on the respiratory system over the long term has shown promising results.
Aim: This study's primary objective was to assess pranayama's impact on breath holding time.
Settings and Design The present investigation entail the examination of a group of 25 male participants who exhibited good health and fell within the age range of 21 to 26 years.
Methods and Material: The participants who met the specified inclusion and exclusion criteria were subjected to a 15-minute pranayama session facilitated by a yoga instructor over a period of 12 weeks. Respiratory functioning before and after yoga was assessed using measurements of breath-holding duration. The parameters were analyzed using the student t-test.
Results: The breath-holding duration have shown a notable increase compared to the period before engaging in yoga practice.
Conclusions: The findings of this study demonstrate the positive impacts of consistent engagement in pranayama on respiratory functioning.
Melatonin Modulates Immunity in Broilers Exposed to Heat Stress
Authors:   Agriculture College- Al-Qasim Green University- Babylon 51013, Iraq, Hadi Al-Jebory Hashim , Dawood Aljanabi Retaj Aqeel ,   Department of Biology, College of Science, Al-Mustaqbal Universty, 51001, Babylon, lraq, Al-Saeedi Mohammed Khalil Ibrahim ,   College of Environmental Science- Al-Qasim Green University- Babylon 51013, Iraq
Published: April 2024

Previously thought to be a pharmaceutical for regulating sleep and rhythm, Melatonin has demonstrated its potential as a co-adjuvant treatment by modulating mast cells, macrophages, dendritic cells, and T/B cells. Melatonin is immunomodulatory, which means it regulates T-cell differentiation, interrupts T/B cell interaction, and reduces the production of pro-inflammatory factors; it acts as an antioxidant through specific receptors. Therefore, this study investigates the effect of Melatonin in improving broiler immunity using four hundred broiler chicks divided into five treatments. There was a significant increase (p≤0.05) for the T2, T3, T4 and T5 treatments in total protein, albumin, globulin and immunoglobulins compared to the T1 treatment. Significant increase (p≤0.05) for the T3, T4 and, T5 treatments in antibody titer for Newcastle (ND), infection bronchitis (IB), influenza daises (INFLU). Significant improvements (p≤0.05) for the T2 and T4 treatments in the relative weight of Fabricius gland and Fabricius index.
Milk Yield, Composition and Growth of Kids of West African Dwarf Does Fed Enterolobium Cyclocarpum Leaves
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, EKANEM Nsikan , E.N Mbaba ,   Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State., K. Ikwunze ,   Department of Animal Production and Livestock Management, College of Animal Science and Production, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State., F.O. Ahamefule, ,   Department of Animal Production and Livestock Management, College of Animal Science and Production, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State., U Okah ,   Department of Animal Production and Livestock Management, College of Animal Science and Production, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State.
Published: April 2024

The aim of this experiment was to determine the milk yield, composition and the growth performance of kids of West African dwarf (WAD) does fed varying levels of Enterolobium cyclocarpum (EC) leaves. Twelve lactating goats at their first parity were used in a completely randomized design. The does were divided into 4 groups and fed diets containing 0 %. 07.50 %, 15.00 % and 22.50 % Enterolobium cyclocarpum leaves in a concentrate diet respectively. The experiment commenced at the fourth month of pregnancy till the 56th day post-partum. Milk yield was significantly (p<0.05) highest (196.10 g) for does fed Diet 2 with 07.50 % EC leaves. Milk yield for does fed other diets followed this order: 184.35 g (Diet 1) > 104.13 g (Diet 3) > 101.79 g (Diet 4). Milk protein composition ranged from 3.34 – 5.97 % and was significantly (p<0.05) highest (5.97 %) in the milk of does fed Diet 3 (15.00 % EC leaves). Milk magnesium concentration ranged from 18.87 mg/100g (Diet 1) to 24.00 mg/100g (Diet 2) while sodium ranged from 11.88 mg/100g (control) to 20.06 mg/100g (Diet 2). The concentrations of magnesium (24.00 mg/100g) and sodium (20.06 mg/100g) were thus significantly (p<0.05) highest in the milk of does fed Diet 2 (07.50% EC leaves). Diet 2 also supported maximal growth weight (4,858.50 g) of kids at the 9th week. Thus WAD does should be fed 07.50% Enterolobium cyclocarpum leaves for maximal milk yield and kids growth.
Vzgojni stili staršev
Authors: Lenič Kaja
Published: April 2024

Članek govori o vzgojnih stilih staršev. Primarno vlogo pri vzgoji imajo starši. Vzgoja staršev je odvisna od vzgojnega stila: permisivnega, avtoritarnega ali avtoritativnega. Ugotavljali smo, kakšen je vzgojni stil staršev, ki imajo otroka v tretjem razredu osnovne šole. Rezultati raziskave, v kateri je sodelovalo 968 staršev, so zaskrbljujoči. V Sloveniji imamo več kot 52,4 % staršev, ki uporabljajo permisivni vzgojni stil. Najmanj staršev se poslužuje avtoritativnega vzgojnega stila, čeprav je v številnih raziskavah poudarjen kot najbolj primeren. Avtoritarni vzgojni stil je srednje zastopan. Starši poudarjajo številne probleme, s katerimi se srečujejo pri vzgoji otrok, po drugi strani pa skoraj tretjina staršev ne bi nič spremenila pri svoji vzgoji. Menimo, da odgovor lahko iščemo v hitrem tempu življenja, saj starši nimajo časa za svoje otroke, zato svojo fizično odsotnost opravičujejo s tem, da otroku vse dovolijo. Lahko smo celo pikri in rečemo, da otroka ne postavljajo na prvo mesto. Zmanjka jim časa, da bi otroku postavili meje, določili jasna pravila, se med seboj pogovarjali in otroke naučili prevzemanja odgovornosti za svoja dejanja.
A Study on the Improvement Directions based on the Analysis of Population Growth and Deterioration according to the Local Extension Reaction Fund Expenditure
Authors:   Korea Public Choice Association, Oh Beung-Ky
Published: April 2024

Two years have passed since the local extension reaction Fund was introduced and the budget was allocated to overcome the problem of continuous population decline. The government expects that the annual budget of 1 trillion won, focusing on 89 population-decreasing areas, will alleviate the serious population decline problem, especially in non-capital areas. Therefore, this study analyzed based on statistical data on the extent to which the fund performed in the population-decreasing area. As a result of the analysis, it was confirmed that the population decline in the population-decreasing area was significantly alleviated and the net outflow of young people decreased in size compared to before the input of the fund. Nevertheless, it was also confirmed that there is a limit to responding to the population decline in South Korea with this fund, considering the fact that the population has turned to a decline in areas that are not designated as a population-decreasing area or the scale of net outflow of young people has expanded. In the end, in order to overcome the problem of rapid population decline in South Korea, there are certain limitations in establishing investment plans and discovering projects at the level of basic local governments, so it would be desirable to approach it through regional planning and project discovery based on inter-regional cooperation. In addition, in terms of the financial system, it is necessary to overcome the population crisis by efficient financial input to enable the linkage of this fund project with the Special Account for Balanced National Development or other budget projects.
Adam Smith’s Sympathy, Justice, ‘Das Smith Problem’ Solution, and Implication to Public Choice
Authors:   Korea Public Choice Association, Gao Jianyi , Jeong Juhyeon
Published: April 2024

As a variant of Political Economy deriving from Adam Smith’s Wealth of Nations(WN), Public Choice students need to add Theory of Moral Sentiment to recognize true meaning of Homo Economicus, which the discipline stands on. This article focuses on four points regarding this project. First, the meaning of Sympathy by Smith was extracted from TMS. Second, logic of Smith’s Justice theory were analyzed, Third, some persuasive explanations were tried to solve so-called ‘Das Adam Smith Problem’ between TMS and WN. Fourth, relations of TMS to Public Choice was suggested, in the context of both concord and discord. Results of this article reveal some implications as follows. First, Smithian TMS logic emerged without any transcendental components like absolute reason or revelation by god, which serves to more acceptability to ordinary individuals. Second, ‘Impartial Spectator’ plays vital role to induce more objective judgements from subjective judgements of any individuals. Without it, moral sentiments are not to form mutual sympathy. Third, situations is restricted in which sympathy can lead to social stability. Therefore, force by politics, institutions, and law is more common where sympathy is hard to emerge. Public Choice is a set of knowledge to deal with those situations(‘organizational order’, by Hayek) lacking sympathy. Fourth, even so, organizational order requires to secure sympathy of the individuals being governed, at least in long-term basis, suggesting sympathy is still important, both in the world of spontaneous and organizational order.
Rent-seeking by Public Institutions: Arbitrary Appropriation of Governmental Grant in Moral Hazard
Authors:   Korea Public Choice Association, Lee Eunkyung , Moon Jieun
Published: April 2024

Public Institutions usually are provided public grants supporting commissioned official projects, and/or, are secured monopolistic incomes by law. This comparative advantageous position allows them to act as not only rent-seeker but subagent(namely, agent of government). Using qualitative analysis with 3 public institutions cases, this article identified moral hazard of public institutions exerting rent seeking activities in appropriating governmental grants, taking advantage of some legal blanks in accounting of public institutions. Result revealed vivid phenomena of rent seeking by public institutions. They receive governmental grants before implementing their projects. The time gap between their receiving grants and implementing it lead them to earn some interest incomes, which they appropriate to their benefit against legal restrictions. Benefit of principal(government) tend to be neglected. Instead, benefit of agents(public institution) were more valued, showing the typical principal-agent problem. Though public institutions can be regarded as part of ‘government’ in broad sense, this study revealed they do act as active rent seekers. By recognizing their rent-seeking role, more effective reforms can be imagined. It can include abolishing, redistributing, and elastic distributing of grants, according to previous achievements. The measures seems to be far better than just present ‘give-and-strong control’.
Dry matter production and nutrient extraction by three successive crops fertilized with serpentinite rock as a soil remineralizer
Authors: Viana João Herbert Moreira , Coelho Antônio Marcos , Thomazini André , Carvalho Matheus Paula Fialho de , França Ana Carolina Ferreira , Clemente Eliane de Paula
Published: April 2024

The incorporation of new sources of fertilizers is important to of the food production security. The use of rock powders still needs investigation to address their agronomic efficiency and the safety for the users and for the consumers. This work aimed to study the dry matter production and the nutrient extraction after three consecutive crops, in two soils fertilized with serpentinite rock powder. The experiment was carried in a greenhouse, with three sequential crops, with seven treatments, two soils and four replications. After 40 days of growth, the whole plants were harvested and sent to measure the dry weight and for the chemical analyses. The use of the serpentinite did not increase the total dry matter biomass weight, compared to the fertilized controls. The magnesium extraction was not different between the control treatment with dolomitic limestone and the serpentinite treatment at higher dose for the clayed soil, indicating that the serpentinite was able to supply the magnesium for the plants in the experimental condition, and also a significant dose related effect suggests that the magnesium from the powder has been released. The use of the serpentinite also increased the extraction of other nutrients, like calcium, phosphorus, zinc and iron.
Desindustrialização à brasileira? Uma análise do interstício 2000-2020
Authors: Nachtigall Yasmin Dal Lago , Oliveira Sibele Vasconcelos de , Pauli Rita Inês Paetzhold , Neves Ednalva Felix das
Published: April 2024

Com as modificações introduzidas pelo processo de industrialização e estabelecimento das indústrias, torna-se possível discorrer sobre a capacidade de tal setor em influenciar a dinâmica econômica. Contrapondo o processo de industrialização, há a desindustrialização: fenômeno caracterizado pela contínua queda da participação do setor manufatureiro tanto na produção quanto no emprego e produto agregado. O presente estudo tem como objetivo geral examinar a realidade brasileira, a fim de deliberar acerca da ocorrência de um processo de desindustrialização em curso no Brasil. Foram avaliados, para além de pesquisa bibliográfica, dados secundários que abrangem o setor industrial nos aspectos referentes à produção, produtividade e níveis de emprego. Em suma, a pesquisa foi embasada em dados setoriais (produto e participação da indústria no PIB brasileiro e na produção mundial, emprego industrial e participação no emprego total, produtividade e utilização da capacidade instalada e relação entre VTI e VBTI) e estatísticas descritivas inferenciais. Dentre os principais resultados da pesquisa, tem-se o apontamento de que a economia brasileira adentra um cenário de desindustrialização precoce e relativa, dado que as evidências sinalizam quedas da participação industrial tanto na geração de emprego quanto de produto. Assim sendo, destaca-se o panorama brasileiro frente à indústria mundial no tocante de produtividade e intensidade tecnológica, pontos ressaltados em políticas públicas direcionadas ao setor manufatureiro. Outrossim, para além de políticas direcionadas, é imprescindível um cenário macroeconômico estável que favoreça a manutenção da indústria nacional.
Inclusão na educação matemática: promovendo a compreensão do sistema de numeração decimal por meio do material dourado
Authors: Moraes Alessandro Peixoto , Guimarães Angélica da Silva , Soares Weyller Cris Souza , Marinho Hans Johnny Teixeira , Alves Rhankel Carmo , Teixeira Rhuann Pinheiro , Beltrão Isabel do Socorro Lobato
Published: April 2024

O presente trabalho relata uma experiência educacional que se desdobrou em uma escola pública localizada em Parintins, por intermédio do Programa Residência Pedagógica (PRP) - Matemática. Nessa iniciativa, fez-se uso do material dourado como ferramenta didática para o ensino do Sistema de Numeração Decimal. O propósito primordial foi o de facilitar a compreensão dos discentes acerca do sistema posicional, ao mesmo tempo em que se buscava desenvolver métodos que lhes permitissem realizar operações matemáticas fundamentais e estimular o raciocínio lógico-matemático. Ao longo desse processo de aprendizagem, os alunos tiveram a oportunidade de manipular cubos, placas, barras e cubinhos, com o intuito de formar números e, desse modo, compreender a relação existente entre unidades, dezenas, centenas e unidades de milhar. Os desdobramentos dessa abordagem revelaram-se positivos, uma vez que os estudantes participaram ativamente das atividades, valendo-se do material concreto para solidificar sua compreensão acerca do conteúdo abordado. Cumpre ressaltar que um aluno com deficiência (Autismo Infantil) também se engajou entusiasticamente nas atividades propostas, contando com o apoio de um profissional especializado em apoio escolar. Essa abordagem prática e visual mostrou ser altamente eficaz para o ensino desse conteúdo matemático específico, tornando-o mais acessível e cativante para todos os alunos envolvidos.
Absurdity A Postmodern Indicator in Tom Stoppard’s Rozencrants and Guildenstern Are Dead
Authors: Ciocoi Pop Vecsei Maria Miruna
Published: April 2024

Tom Stoppard’s play Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, arguably his best-known play, is as complex in dramatic structures as it is simple in language form. The article pinpoints and analyzes the postmodern literary and dramatic techniques employed by the author, as well as the postmodern features of the play, especially the absurd and the senseless, based on Albert Camus and Jean-Francois Lyotard’s theories.
The cases of Lund and Turin as post-secular cities
Authors: Scala Giuseppina
Published: April 2024

A comparison between two European cities – Lund and Turin – is presented on the basis of the post-secular approach. Within the framework of the participation of different groups in urban policies adopted by the two cities, the article aims to investigate whether institutional dialogue can be a relevant tool in a post-secular age in order to guarantee the needs and claims of religious communities within city spaces.
Ustavnost crkve - bogoslovska perspektiva
Authors: Devrnja Zoran
Published: April 2024

Praksa ustavnog normativizovanja crkvenog ustrojstva i organizacije predstavlјa nasleđe razvoja pravnih sistema u oslo- bođenim nacionalnim državama 19. veka. Ustavnost kao idealizovani pravni princip spontano se nakalemila na praksu definisanja eklisijalnih vrednosnih normativa i kao takva do danas je ostala aktuelan princip u crkvenoj svakodnevici. Preslikavanje poimanja državne ustavnosti na nivo crkvenosti dovelo je umnogome do nerazumevanja same suštine Crkve, njene istorijske misije, organizacije i vrednosnih kvalifikativa koje crkveno predanje prepoznaje kao autentičnije kriterijume za ustrojavanje istorijskog Tela Crkve. Kakvo je zaista mesto Ustava Crkve u njenom životu i složenoj strukturi normativa kojima se rukovodi i kakva je njegova buduća sudbina kao vrednosnog kriterijuma crkvenog organizovanja, pokazaće vreme. Ono što nesporno možemo reći za Ustav Crkve jeste da je on danas najtransparentniji i najprepoznatlјiviji normativni dokument kojim se Crkva deklariše, legitimiše i samodefiniše u veoma kompleksnoj, višeslojnoj i raznolikoj pravnoj strukturi savremenih društava i državnih zajednica.
Legal entity state of religious organization in the United States
Authors: Clark Elizabeth
Published: April 2024

In this article the author presents the peculiarities of the legal status of religious communities in the United States. The basic feature of the American system regarding the subjectivity of religious organizations is the minimally set conditions, as well as the freedom provided to religious organizations to determine the legal form that best suits their interests. This freedom of choice is pointed out through the overview of different normative solutions across the United States. Also, the paper analyzes various aspects of state benefits to religious organizations in different areas such as tax benefits, funding for education and social services, as well as chaplaincy in the military, prisons, and health care facilities. Those peculiarities led to the conclusion that U.S. approach is quite unique and that it seek to maximizes religious freedom.
State interference with the minority religious groups on the example of Christians in Türkiye
Authors: Rieder Lidia
Published: April 2024

This article aims to analyze the relationship between the Republic of Türkiye and the minority religious groups in the country in light of its shift towards Sunni Islam. Türkiye positions itself as a secular state, though it undoubtedly has Sunni Islam as its preferred majority religion, which the government has increasingly instrumentalized. The result of this is intolerance toward religious minorities, including Christians, which takes different forms, from interference with the internal matters of the communities to expulsion of foreign ministers and their families.
Protective effect of platelet-rich plasma against structural and functional changes of the adult rat testis in carbimazole-induced hypothyroidism
Authors: Bordbar Hossein , Sattar-Shamsabadi Masoud , Dehghani Farzaneh , Karimi Fatemeh
Published: April 2024

Objective: Hypothyroidism (HT) influences spermatogenesis and is associated with male infertility. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a biological product rich in growth factors, promotes tissue repair. In this study, the likely protective effects of PRP on testicular tissue damage in carbimazole (CBZ)-induced HT were evaluated. Methods: Forty male rats were divided into four groups. HT was induced by administering CBZ (1.35 mg/kg orally, for 45 days). Two doses of PRP (40 μL each, locally injected into the testis on days 15 and 30) were also given. After 45 days, blood samples were taken from the heart to measure triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), and testosterone levels, and semen analysis was performed. For stereological assessment, the left testis was removed, fixed, embedded, sectioned, and stained with hematoxylin and eosin. The right testis was excised to evaluate antioxidant levels.Results: CBZ was demonstrated to induce HT, characterized by significant reductions in T3 and T4. HT was associated with decreased testicular weight, impaired sperm parameters, reduced testosterone concentration, diminished antioxidant activity, reduced volumes of testicular components, and lower total numbers of testicular cells of various types. When HT samples were treated with PRP, improvement was observed for all of these changes. This protective effect could be attributed to the growth factors present in PRP.Conclusion: PRP appears to prevent the structural changes in the testes and the deterioration in sperm quality caused by CBZ-induced HT. This protective effect is likely due to mitigation of oxidative damage and elevation of testosterone levels.