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EXTENDING POULTRY EGGS SHELF LIFE USING ETHNO BOTANICALS IN JOS PLATEAU STATE NIGERIA
Authors: Agida G. O. , Salami S.J , Adelakun E. A. , Gushit J. S.
Published: July 2022

Egg shelf-life extension is vital to minimizing egg waste especially during egg glut. In this research, ethanolic extracts from three ethno botanical plants –Eucalyptus torelliana (ET), Tamarindus indica (TI) and Anarcadium occidentals (AO) were used to coat poultry eggs to extend the egg shelf-life. All eggs both coated and uncoated were stored for ten weeks at an average temperature of 20+2oC and Humidity77+3%. The Haugh unit, weight loss, albumen pH, yolk lipid peroxidation, yolk index and yolk pH were measured every three days to monitor the deterioration of the eggs. Results reveal reduction in weight loss for AO 12%, TI 46% and ET 4%. No statistically significant difference in weight loss as compared to the control was observed for AO an ET coated eggs as p values were 0.9901 and 0.9808 respectively while TI had statistically significant weight loss reduction with p value (0.031); TI also demonstrated potency in maintaining yolk integrity of the eggs and minimized change in pH of egg albumen up to the seventh week of storage. Eggs coated with ET and AO were similar to the uncoated eggs in yolk pH, albumen pH, yolk index and Haugh unit. (TI) also demonstrated potency in minimizing egg yolk lipid peroxidation with lower malondialdehyde (MDA) levels as compared to all groups of eggs.
APPLICATION OF Dalbergiella welwitschii LEAVES EXTRACT IN THE DEMULSIFICATION OF WATER-IN-OIL EMULSIONS
Authors: Boisa N. , Maduelosi N. J. , Ogbuu A.
Published: July 2022

The application of Dalbergiella welwistchii leaves extract in breaking a crude oil and water Emulsions was studied. n-Hexane, methanol and distilled water extracts of the leaves were prepared using soxhlet extraction method. The extracts were characterized with GC-MS and the components of the extracts show the presence of lupeol, campesterol, methandrostenolone,butylgallate, terpineo, glycylglycine, n-butoxycarbonyl-, pentafluorophenylmethyl ester, taxifolin, 2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-3-one, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, innossitol, p-cymene, (E)-3(10)-Caren-4-ol, 2,4(1H,3H)-Quinazolinedione, 1-methyl-, quercetin 3’-methyl ether, phenol, coumarin, mesitylene, campesterol methyl ether, terpinen-4-ol, bis(2-butyoxyethyl) phthalate, cyclohexane, 1-methyl-2-propyl-, 2-tolyloxirane, (E)-3(10)-Caren-4-ol, sulfurous acid, 2-ethylhexyl nonyl ester, p-cymene, diethyl benzamidomalonate, fumaric acid nonyl trans-hex-3-enyl ester, 1,1'-diacetoxy-4,4'-dichloro- 5,5',8,8'-tetramethoxy -6,6'-dimethyl-2,2'-binaphthalene, bicyclo[4.2.0]oct-1-ene,7-exoethenyl-, 1,3-cyclopentadiene,1,2,3,4-tetramethy-5-methylene-, 2,2'-bithienyl, 5,5'-bis(trimethylstanyl)-, α-d-glucofuranosyl benzenesulfonate, benzaldehyde, 2H-benzo[f]oxireno[2,3-E]benzofuran-8(9H)-one,9[[[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl] amino] methyl] octahydro-2,5α-dimethyl-, ethyl iso-allocholate, androstane-11,17-dione, 3-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]-, 17-[O-(phenylmethyl)oxime], (3α,5α)-, 1-Isopropoxy-2,2,3-trimethylaziridine (sin) in various percentages in all the extracts. Basic water percentage test of the emulsion shows that the emulsion contained 65.2% water. The various extracts were prepared as demulsifiers and subjected to demulsification test using different concentrations at room temperature for 60 minutes. A synthetic demulsifier was employed for comparison using the total volume of water separated as a yardstick. Results show that n-hexane extract and methanol extract demulsifiers were able to break water-in-oil Emulsions and these were attributed to the phytochemical components of the extracts while the distilled water extract demulsifier was unable to break the emulsion. The commercial demulsifier employed resolved the emulsion with a percentage higher than that of the n-hexane extract and methanol extract formulated demulsifiers. This was attributed to the dehydrating and other chemical components used in preparing the synthetic demulsifier.
EFFECT OF SOLID LOADINGS ON BIOGAS PRODUCTION FROM THE CO-DIGESTION OF CORN STALKS WITH COW DUNG
Authors: Ona I J , Loya S M , Agogo H O , Surma N
Published: July 2022

In an extension to our previous work where we investigated the anaerobic digestion of Corn stalk (CS) and Cow dung (CD) with co-digestion experiments at initial total solid loading of 37.5%. This paper has investigated the anaerobic co-digestion of CS and CD at lower solid loadings of 10%, 15 % and 20% TS. These experiments were also carried out at different substrate mixing ratios of CS-CD 1:1 and CS-CD 1:2. The anaerobic digestion was carried out in a digester designed and fabricated locally with retention time of 45 days. Results show a maximum Biogas Yield of 67.85L/Kg TS and 75.75L/Kg TS for 10%TS at CS-CD 1:1 and CS-CD 1:2 respectively. Experiments carried out at 20% TS showed the lowest Biogas Yield/Kg of 44.5L/Kg and 50.38L/Kg for CS-CD 1:1 and CS-CD 1:2 respectively. Results also showed that studies carried out at CS-CD 1:2 showed higher biogas yields for substrate concentrations of 10%, 15 % and 20% TS when compared to corresponding experiments carried out at a mixing ratio of CS-CD 1:1.
EVALUATION OF ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITY OF ETHANOL EXTRACT OF SHADE-DRIED LEAF OF M. oleifera GROWN IN UTU IKPE, IKOT EKPENE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, NIGERIA
Authors: Udofia P. G. , Ojimelukwe P. C. , Olaoye A. O. , Ukom A. N. , Ekanem M. C.
Published: July 2022

The work investigated the antioxidant and free radical scavenging properties of ethanol crude extract of shade-dried leaf of M. oleifera on some stable free radicals: 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), Nitric oxide (NO), Ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) and 2,2’-azinobis-(3-ethylbenzothizoline-6-sulfonate (ABTS). The result of the investigation revealed the presence of polyphenol and phenols, high levels of TPC and TFC at 40.0 GAE/g dry matter and TFC 40.56 RE/g dry matter respectively. Percentage inhibition of the extract on DPPH followed linear trend with concentration was 70.30% followed by 62.81% on ABTS, 57.61% on H2O2, and 36.00% on NO. Their respective reducing power (IC50) was 59.80, 40.90, 64.72, 62.64 GAE/g dm at p=0.05 and comparable to AA. The reducing power of the extracts was inversely related to the percentage oxidation inhibition. Correlation analysis result revealed association of DPPH with H2O2 (r = 0.69), NO (r= .72), FRAP (r = .90), FRAP correlated positively and strongly, r = .88, and significantly (p<0.05) with NO. Overall, the result revealed good antioxidant properties of the extract, which indicated that M. oleifera can retain its claim of a good antioxidant at the levels of the variables.
ANTIMICROBIAL PROPERTIES AND EFFECT OF ETHANOL EXTRACT OF Mangifera indica (MANGO) SEED KERNEL ON SERUM ELECTROLYTES OF MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE-CHALLENGED RATS
Authors: Egbuonu A. C. C.
Published: July 2022

Attention is shifting to plant food waste sourced diets and drugs. This study investigated the in vitro antimicrobial properties and in vivo electrolyte imbalance in monosodium glutamate (MSG)-challenged rats' serum of ethanol extract of pulverized Mangifera indica (mango) seed kernel, MSKE. Antimicrobial activity of MSKE was evaluated by agar well diffusion method against five fungi - Histoplasma capsulatum, Fusarium oxysporum f. spp, Candida albicans, Aspergillus niger, and Penicilium notatum and six bacteria - Escherichia coli, Neisseria gonorrhea, Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeroginosa, Streptococcus Pneumonia and Salmonella typhi. Intoxicating dose of MSG and MSKE were given to adult rats for 14 days by conventional methods. Antimicrobial activity of MSKE revealed a dose dependent activity on the tested pathogens with maximum and comparable activity to Ciprofloxacin and Ketoconazole standards on all organisms observed at 2000 mg/ml inhibition zone. Antibacterial activity was highest in S. pneumonia followed by E. coli, S. typhi, N. gonorrhea, S. auerus and P. aeroginosa. Antifungal activity was highest in C. albicans followed by P. notatum, H. capsulatum, A. Niger and F. oxysporum f. spp (F. spp). Administration of MSG significantly (p < 0.05) hampered the electrolytes while MSKE co-administration negated these effects by MSG notably on sodium and bicarbonate ions concentration in rats' serum. Thus, MSKE had comparable-to-standards antimicrobial properties against the tested pathogens at 2000 mg/ml inhibition zone and tended to normalize MSG-related alteration of electrolyte balance via probable beneficial sodium and bicarbonate ions metabolism in the rats' serum.
EFFECT OF UREA ADDITION ON BIOGAS PRODUCTION FROM THE CO-DIGESTION OF RICE STRAW AND PIGGERY DUNG
Authors: Ona I. J. , Surma N. , Agogo H. O. , Iorungwa M. S.
Published: July 2022

The anaerobic co-digestion of Rice straw (RS) and Piggery dung (PD) at initial Total Solid (TS) loading of 10% was studied. This paper has investigated the effect of supplementing this co-digestion of RS and CD at with urea with an objective of reducing pH as well as improving biogas yield. These experiments were also carried out at different substrate mixing ratios of RS-CD 1:1 and RS-CD 1:2. The anaerobic digestion was carried out in a digester designed and fabricated locally with retention time of between 40 days and 60 days. Results show that addition of 1g of urea improved the maximum Biogas Yield of RS-PD 1:1 by 17.7% and RS-PD 1:2 by 23.4%. Further experiments with 0.5g, 1.5g and 2g of urea added to a co-digestion of RS-CD 1:1 produced a Cumulative Gas Yield of 75 L/Kg, 85.2 L/Kg and 76 L/Kg respectively. Experiments also showed that increasing urea concentration also leads to an increased methane content of the biogas produced.
THE USE OF Amaranthus spinosus IN THE SYNTHESIS OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES AND THEIR APPLICATION IN THE DETECTION OF GLUCOSE
Authors: Mamuru S. A. , Malachy M. T. , Eseyin A.E. , Ankwai G.
Published: July 2022

Because of biologically active plant secondary metabolites that aid in green synthesis, as well as their specific biological applications, biosynthesized nanoparticles are gaining popularity. This paper describes the electrochemical characteristics and electrocatalytic activity of silver nanoparticles made using Amaranthus spinosus aqueous leaf extract for glucose detection. In the biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles, an aqueous leaf extract of Amaranthus spinosus was utilized as a reducing and capping agent. UV–visible spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray studies were used to characterize the biosynthesized Amaranthus spinosus silver nanoparticles. The electrochemical properties reveal the redox process of Ag+ to Ag0, while the electrocatalytic activity towards nonenzymatic glucose oxidation occurs at a lower positive potential, 200 mV, implying that the silver nanoparticles synthesized by Amaranthus spinosus could be used as a candidate for glucose detection.
PHYTOCHEMICALS CONTENTS, ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS AND BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS OF Rauvolfia serpentina LEAVE (EWE OWURO)
Authors: Oluwole F. S. , DAMAZIO O. A , Jaji S. O. , Aiyelero T. S. , Olagbaye G. A. , Ejire A. A.
Published: July 2022

Traditionally, Rauvolfia serpentina leaves have been used as a febrifuge and as an antidote against the bites of poisonous snake and insect stings. It is also used to treat dysentery, painful infections of the intestinal canal, uterine contraction and to promote expulsion of fetus.The R. Serpentina leaves were subjected to phytochemical screening using standard methods, elemental analysis was conducted using AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry)and GC-MS was used for the qualitative and quantitative detection of the bioactive compounds. The results showed that flavonoids, alkaloids, tannins, saponins, cardiac glycoside, legal test, alkaline and reducing sugar were present while steroids and phenols were absent. AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrometry) analysis in mg/kg showed the presence of calcium (32.00mg/kg), iron (184.75mg/kg),magnesium (101.24 mg/kg) and zinc (538.22mg/kg) respectively.The GC-MS result revealed about 128 compounds of pharmacological importance of which notably 23 of these compounds show a concentration of 0.5% peak areas (5000 ppm) and above. The different bioactive phytochemicals identified in this hexanoic extract of Rauvolfia serpentina include Steroids, terpene and terpenoid, hydrocarbons, fatty acids and Vitamin E.
Designed A Broadcast Patch Antenna
Authors: Ahalya C. , Jyothi Avuku , Supriya H. , Kousar D. Heena
Published: July 2022

Today, one of the key topics of study in the field of communication systems is wireless technology, and no studies of communication systems is complete without a grasp of how antennas work and are made. Numerous scholars have investigated antennas for various wireless communication systems. The conceived, created, and tested omnidirectional microstrip patch antenna (MPA) is the subject of this study. The antenna's operational bandwidth is a good fit for a variety of applications. Microstrip patch antennas are the ideal option for communication systems engineers due to its effectiveness and advantages, which include low cost, low profile, and low weight. Due to the fact that they may combine with microwave circuits, they are ideal for applications like cell devices, many others, including WLAN applications and navigational systems. In this project, a small rectangular patch antenna is created. The research of a two- or four-element array antenna has been the focus of the work's last section. The optimization of a 1.9GHz rectangular probe fed patch antenna in the design and simulation of patch antennas. According to experimental findings, the voltage standing wave ratio, insertion loss and capacity.
La inferioridad del bello sexo. Relaciones entre imagen, género y enfermedad en el entresiglos XIX-XX
Authors: Baixauli Raquel
Published: July 2022

El siglo XIX fue altamente conservador, a pesar de todos los avances que trajo consigo. Si bien durante esta centuria se produjeron cambios importantes en cuestión de género, los discursos oficiales se empeñaron en demostrar la supuesta inferioridad de la mujer respecto al hombre. En concreto, el paso del siglo XIX al XX supuso un hervidero de manifestaciones culturales que reflejaban las ansiedades del momento. Este trabajo tiene como objetivo principal acercarse a los conceptos de imagen, género y enfermedad a través de la convergencia de saberes y sus usos, en gran medida propagados por la visualidad. Para ello, tratará de elaborarse un estado de la cuestión respecto al tema, tomando como punto de partida algunas imágenes que responden a las relaciones de poder que estableció la burguesía, presentando a la mujer como un ser pasivo, frágil y débil.
Cerámica imaginada: Un itinerario por los murales de Susana Espinosa en Puerto Rico (1973-2005)
Authors: Expósito Sánchez Daniel
Published: July 2022

Desde su llegada a Puerto Rico en 1968, Susana Espinosa ha venido desarrollando una obra sumamente personal. Marcada, en buena medida, por la figuración y la presencia constante de seres imaginarios poblando diferentes escenas, su producción se constituye como una de las más extraordinarias y originales de la cerámica contemporánea de la isla. Al respecto, cabe destacar sus murales, algunos de los cuales, aún hoy, se conservan en los edificios para los que fueron diseñados. Se trataba, en su mayoría, de comisiones para el embellecimiento de espacios tanto públicos como privados, pero en los que Espinosa, junto a su compañero de taller, Bernardo Hogan, pudo volcar su particular imaginario onírico con total libertad. El presente artículo plantea un itinerario por algunas de estas creaciones y por ciertos aspectos biográficos de la propia ceramista.
O apoio pedagógico por meio de Kits junto à crianças oncológicas ambulatoriais
Authors: Gouvêa Maria Elena de , Rosa Ivete Pellegrino
Published: July 2022

A criança,  vista como um ser que cresce, se desenvolve, pensa e aprende é a concepção que guiou as ações de professoras que atuaram junto às crianças oncológicas do Ambulatório Onco-pediátrico da Faculdade de Medicina do ABC e da Casa Ronald McDonald do ABC. Foi também uma das preocupações arranjar um ambiente de aprendizagem sem muitas tensões, mas que fosse estimulante para as crianças. As professoras ofereceram sua empatia, proximidade e flexibilidade aos alunos, orientando seu aprendizado. O ambiente facilitador é base para que ocorra uma aprendizagem significativa e que promova um sentido à vida das crianças. As experiências educativas assim desenvolvidas tiveram como marco teórico o modelo sócio-interacionista, uma vez que o ensino na Zona de Desenvolvimento Proximal reflete um conceito adequado ao processo de desenvolvimento da criança. Esse trabalho apresenta a experiência do Apoio Pedagógico que utilizou de kits-pedagógicos desenvolvidos especificamente para essa população flutuante e itinerante, também com a intenção de captar as possibilidades de desenvolvimento da criança. As autoras descrevem o desenvolvimento gradativo do espaço de trabalho com o Apoio Pedagógico, uma forma de manter o vínculo com a aprendizagem, uma vez que muitas crianças doentes acabam deixando de frequentar a escola. Apresentamos a intervenção por meio do kit-pedagógico “Relevo” e ao final discute-se a avaliação desse procedimento e sua relação com a aprendizagem das crianças com câncer.
PENGARUH KOMPENSASI TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PT. GRAHA MULIA SOREANG BANDUNG
Authors: Jusdienar Akka Latifah
Published: July 2022

Based on the results of research analysis using statistical methods, so that it can be seen the meaning of theinfluence between the independent variables, namely Compensation on the dependent variable, namely EmployeePerformance of PT. Graha Mulia Soreang Bandung. This study involved 50 respondents, namely employees of PT.Graha Mulia Soreang Bandung. Then to test the hypothesis used t test and coefficient of determination.Based on the table of coefficients 4.6 above, Compensation (X) has a significant effect on Employee Performance(Y), because the tcount value for the X variable is 5.849, while the ttable value for n = 50 is 2.009. So 5,849 2,009,it can be concluded that partially the compensation variable (X) has an effect on employee performance (Y). Meanwhile,the R Square value of 0.404 means that compensation has an influence of 41.6% on employee performance while theremaining 58.4% has an effect on other factors not examined by the authors in this study.In this study, compensation has a significant positive effect on employee performance, this study is in accordancewith previous researchers conducted by Ikmal Nur Muflih (2015) This shows that compensation has a positive andsignificant effect on employee performance. This research is supported by the theory put forward by Hasibuan (2012:118) which states that "compensation is all income in the form of money, goods directly or indirectly received byemployees in return for services provided to the organization". That's why an employee begins to appreciate hardwork and shows more loyalty to the organization and that's why the organization rewards employee performance byproviding compensation.
Jeevanti - A promising Rasayana in maternal and fetal wellbeing in pregnancy
Authors: Bihani Sanjyal  , B. Pushpalatha  , K.Bharathi
Published: July 2022

Jeevanti is the drug having Rasayana, Jeevaniya/ vitalizer, Vaya Sthaapana, Vrishya, Stanyajanana, Balya, and Anulomana properties. Acharya Charaka on the basis of its pharmacological action, and categorized under Jeevaniya Gana, Madhura Skandha, vayasthapana, etc. Acharya Vaghbhata has clarified its uses during pregnancy in Garbhini Paricharya. Ayurveda, Vedic science considered this state as Garbhini and various Acharyas has given their very own rituals known as Garbhini Paricharya. It has been practiced and tested from century which deals with the both maternal and fetal wellbeing but evidence is the most important fact for today’s era, hence, various drugs are being studied to know their efficacy and safety during pregnancy. Rasayana drugs have health restorative action which prevents Garbhini and Garbha from various infections and other complications. As well as, it improves strength of fetus by improving fetal nourishment through proper formation of Rasa dhatu. This conceptual study will put limelight on the importance of Rasayana drug i.e., Jeevanti in Garbhini Paricharya along with its benefits to Fetal nourishment and maternal wellbeing.
Phantom Limb Syndrome: An Ayurvedic Perspective
Authors: Shakeel H Jamakhane  , M.R. Sajjanshetty  , B.H. Katti  , V.V. Goudar
Published: July 2022

Phantom limb syndrome is a condition in which patients experience sensations, painful or otherwise, in a limb that does not exist. Phantom pain results from a condition called learned paralysis. Learned paralysis affects people who had a stroke or those who had an amputation. In the latter case, the memory of the paralysed limb remains intact while the limb no longer exists. Hence the term- phantom pain. Phantom pain is treated with mirror box therapy. Could there be an Ayurvedic explanation for phantom limb syndrome? We offer the following explanation: Usually, phantom limb syndrome results from amputation. This is because amputation only gets rid of the Sparshanendriya Adhistaana (Tvak) leaving the Sparshanendriya Buddhi intact. This leads to a mismatch between the Sparshanendriya Buddhi and the Sparshanendriya Adhistaana culminating in phantom limb syndrome. The phantom pain emerges from the Smriti of the paralysed limb. Therefore, designing methods that erase this Smriti would alleviate phantom limb pain. This is achieved by using the mirror box. Mirror box therapy involves projecting visual feedback that conflicts with Smriti (learned paralysis). Mirror box therapy is based on the theory of Smriti Kaarana. The Smriti Karana deployed for mirror box therapy includes Roopagrahana, Saadrusyagrahana and Abhyaasa. Mirror box therapy works by projecting the visual feedback such that the aforementioned Smriti Kaarana contradict the Smriti of the paralysed limb. The mirror box therapy illustrates the usefulness of Smriti Kaarana in treating the diseases of Indriya and Manas origin
Evaluation of Siddha Diagnostic Methods for Karpavippuruthi with the aid of Conventional Diagnostic Methods
Authors: M.Sathiyabama  , S.Yavanarani  , C.Sathiya
Published: July 2022

The diagnosis of diseases comprise revealing its causes. In Siddha medical system testimony of causative elements is through the examination of pulse, urine, eyes, study of voice, colour of body, tongue and the status of the digestive system. This system has labored out specific technique of urine exam which incorporates look at of its colour, odor, density, quantity and oil drop spreading pattern. So the study was aimed to decide the sensitivity and specificity of the Siddha diagnostic method for Karpavippuruthi. Applying Siddha system of diagnosis with inclusion and exclusion criteria, clinical study was carried out on persons having the disease Karpavippuruthi. The above stated diagnostic equipment along with wrist circummetric sign had been used for this study. Most patients had the wrist circumference of 8 finger units and a mere range of affected person`s urine, drop of oil took the shape of slowly spread. Similarly, eight fold examinations found out maximum patients had pulse play with Vatha pitham. Bitter taste, pale coloured and coated tongue had been observed in tongue examination. Patient`s urine samples had slight aromatic odor and normal density, normal Enjal and nearly absence of frothy. So it may be concluded that the subsequent Siddha tactics in amalgamation particularly Wrist circummetric sign, oil on urine sign and eight fold examinations differentiate the patients of Karpavippuruthi from the healthy volunteers.
Elaborate the Concept of Snayu from Shushrut Samhita
Authors: Shilpa Rahul Revale
Published: July 2022

In the subject of Rachana sharir, The structures of the human body are studied with the help of morphology. Actions are formed on the basis of structures formed by Saptdhatu. Body composition is shaped according to the required physiology. The concepts in the Sushrut Samhita, which are superior in physical knowledge, are more scientific than those of other Samhita texts, because those structures were described by actual corpse research. Therefore, if you want to determine the suspicious structures in the body, the Sushrut Samhita is the standard for that. The Snayu is very important structure of the body. It is mentioned in the Samhita in various contexts. Snayu is mention in reference of Marma, Agnikarma, Shastra karma, Bandh Karma, Sivan Karma, Siravedha and Vatvikara. In this review article the Snayu structure is confirm as per the references in shushrut Samhita. Co-relation with modern anatomical structure has been done. This confirmation will help the physician to treat the Snayu vikruti as per the Chikitsa sutra stated in Shushrut Samhita.
Effect of Kshara Karma with Apamarga Pratisaraniya Kshara in Cervical Erosion - A Case Report
Authors: B. Pushpalatha  , Sujata Kadam  , K.Bharathi  , Anu.M.S
Published: July 2022

Cervical erosion is the commonest causes of vaginal discharge in females, where ectocervix is covered by columnar epithelium, that means natural squamous epithelium is later replaced by columnar epithelium and appears like a Karnikakara granthi or Vrana depending upon the chronicity. The condition of cervical erosion is commonly treated in contemporary system of medicine with invasive therapies such as electric cauterization, cryosurgery etc. Kshara karma is a minimal invasive procedure that helps to destroy the ectopic columnar epithelium. So in the present study, a 40 year old woman diagnosed with cervical erosion (Karnini yonivyapad) was treated with Kshara karma using Apamarga Pratisarainiya kshara for 3 sittings each on alternate days for two cycles, starting from fifth day of the menstruation. After treatment significant reduction in the extent of cervical erosion was observed and the patient got relief in associated complaints. From this case study, it can be concluded that Kshara karma with Apamarga pratisaraniya kshara may be used as a safe and economical option for treating the cervical erosion.
Management of Lifestyle Disorders with Tenets of Ayurveda
Authors: Kumar Bhaskar  , Kiran Kumari  , Rohit Ranjan  , V. S. Pandey
Published: July 2022

Ayurveda is one of the world’s ancient health care systems. Ayurveda has always emphasized maintaining the health and prevention of diseases by following a proper diet and lifestyle regimen rather than treatment and cure of the diseases. Ayurveda describes Traya-upastambhah, three pillars for a healthy life are Aahar (proper diet), Nidra (proper sleep), and Brahmacharya (celibacy). Aahar has been given prime importance since the Vedic Period. It is considered Brahma in Upanishad. Acharaya Kashyapa gives it the name “Mahabhaisajya”. Lifestyle disorders originate due to Poor lifestyle which includes poor diet, poor eating habits, Viruddhahara (dietetic incompatibility), lack of exercise, Smoking, excess alcohol, poor sleep, stress due to heavy workload, and increased consumption of unhealthy food. So, nowadays the number of individuals having lifestyle diseases like Heart disease, Obesity, Diabetes, Hypertension, and Cancer are continuously increasing and these are the primary cause of death. According to WHO, four main types of lifestyle disorders are Cardiovascular disease, Cancer, Chronic respiratory diseases, and Diabetes. Diseases of infective origin can be easily treated as compared to lifestyle disorders because lifestyle disorders are generally non-reversible. It is the need of time to review the Ayurveda in order to apply measures in preventing the upcoming epidemic of lifestyle disorders which are preventable with changes in diet (ahara), lifestyle, and environment.
Management of Sthoulya Through Virechana w.s.r to Overweight- A Case Study
Authors: Misriya K H  , Samata  , Ananta S Desai
Published: July 2022

In present era burden of lifestyle disorders are rapidly increasing worldwide. Modernization, development of science and technology lead to more sedentary life style. Obesity or overweight (Sthoulya) is one among the major lifestyle disorder which disturbs physical, mental and social health of an individual. Obesity represents a state of excessive accumulation of body fat. Although similar, the term overweight is defined as an excess of body weight for height. In Ayurveda obesity is described as Sthoulya, which is mentioned under Santarpanajnaya Vyadhi. Ayurveda has comprehensive approach for Sthoulya. Acharya Charaka has prescribed Apatarpana Chikitsa. Panchakarma by its Virechana therapy effect is intended for purification of the body by which the accumulated morbid Doshas expelled out and produces in ideal environment for functioning of body. Present single case study showed important role of Panchakarma specifically Virechana Karma in the management of Sthoulya, by detoxification to reduce Kapha -Meda from the body and prevents its complications. The Chikitsa adopted was Deepana- Pachana, Shodhananga Snehapana with Murchita Tila Taila followed by Virechana Karma with Trivrit lehya. After completion of Samsarjana Karma it has shown significant result in reducing weight about 7 kilograms and reducing the signs and symptoms of Sthoulya. Thus, Ayurvedic line of management gives satisfactory results as well as equally beneficial for the promotion and prevention of health in Obesity.
Prevalence of burnout among healthcare professionals in Singapore
Authors: Tan Kok Hian , Lim Boon Leng , Foo Zann , Tang Joo Ying , Sim Mabel , Lee Phong Teck , Fong Kok Yong
Published: July 2022

Introduction: The aim was to study the prevalence of burnout among various groups of healthcare professionals in Singapore.
Methods: An anonymous online survey questionnaire was conducted using the Maslach Burnout Inventory - Human Services to measure three categories of burnout: emotional exhaustion (EE), depersonalisation (DP) and personal accomplishment (PA) from July 2019 to January 2020 in a healthcare cluster in Singapore.
Results: The survey was completed by 6,048 healthcare professionals out of a target survey population of 15,000 (response rate 40.3%). The study revealed 37.8% of respondents had high EE score ≥27, 29.7% of respondents had high DP score ≥10, and 55.3% of respondents had low PA score ≤33. Respondents with either high EE score or high DP score constituted 43.9% (n=2,654). The Allied Health group had the highest mean EE score, which was significantly higher than those of Medical, Nursing and Non-clinical groups (P<0.05). The Medical group had the highest mean DP score and this was significantly higher than the Nursing, Allied Health and Non-clinical groups (P<0.05). The Non-clinical group had the lowest PA, which was significantly lower than the Medical, Nursing and Allied Health groups (P<0.005).
Conclusion: There was high prevalence of burnout among healthcare professionals in Singapore, especially the allied health professionals. There were significant differences in the 3 categories of burnout (EE, DP and PA) among the different groups of healthcare professionals. There is an urgent need to address the high burnout rate.

Keywords: Depersonalisation, emotional exhaustion, Maslach Burnout Inventory, patient safety, personal accomplishment
Self-Disclosure as a Form of Personal Branding on Instagram Social Media Platform
Authors:   Mercu Buana Universit, Jakarta Indonesia
Published: July 2022

This study aims to find out the implementation of self-disclosure on Instagram as a form of personal branding among Radio Broadcasters as well as MCs involved as the members of the "Solo Raya MC" community. To be able to describe a form of self-disclosure in a person, the authors applied the Johari Window self-disclosure theory which classifies self-disclosure into 4 parts. Furthermore, the theory was linked with the concept of personal branding theory by McNally & Speak to be able to understand the aspects of personal branding, namely the forms and assessment of the effectiveness of certain personal branding activity. The study data were collected through direct interviews and document studies, namely by conducting a study on the Instagram accounts of 3 informants involved. Based on the results of the study, it was found that self-disclosure was only focused on sharing information related to the profession. The informants didn't disclose personal issues considered unimportant to convey publicly via Instagram. Their personal branding was formed because they were consistent in making self-disclosures related to their profession that were packaged by highlighting their respective characters to be firmly embedded in the minds of other people or audience.
Analisis Perbandingan Kepuasan Konsumen Terhadap Honda All New PCX-150 dengan Honda ADV-150 di Kota Mataram
Authors: Saputra I Komang Yuda , Zulkarnain Zulkarnain , Hidayat Surahman , Wijayanto Sigit Ary , Wardah Sofiati
Published: July 2022

Intense competition in the automotive industry resulted in the emergence of new products that flooded the market from various manufacturers, one of which was the Honda motorcycle dealer company. The AHPCI motorcycle club is an association of consumers who use the Honda All New PCX 150 motorbike while the HAI Lombok Chapter Motor Club is an association of consumers who use the Honda ADV 150. Is there a difference in consumer satisfaction with the Honda ADV 150 and All New PCX 150 motorcycles in Mataram City. Comparative research using 40 samples with an analysis tool of two different tests on average with the results on the product variable no significant difference was found, while on the price variable there was no significant difference while in the accessibility variable there was a significant difference in satisfaction, on the emotional variable there was no difference. significant satisfaction
Contradictions between Founders and Successors in Taiwan’s Family Business Inheritance:
A Qualitative Study
Authors: Lee Cheng-Wen , Chen Shu Hui
Published: July 2022

Abstract

The family business is among the oldest forms of business organization. Taiwan’s family businesses have been continuously operating with family control for decades. This study investigates how to reduce future barriers to succession and especially to focus on the issue related to existing contradictions between founders and successors. This study adopts a qualitative research, carrying out in-depth interviews with four aspects composed of succession plan, connections and conflicts, willingness of successor, and competence of successor, and using four pairs of father and son as our research sample. By exploring how high-quality relationships could be developed between next-generation family businesses’ leaders, the findings result of this study contributes to a finer-grained understanding of successful intergenerational succession in SME family businesses.

JEL classification numbers: B55, C83, L21.
Keywords: Family business, Inheritance, Succession plan.
Care, Compassion, & Controversy: Supporting Children in a Covid-19 Vaccine Pod through Music Therapy & Child Life
Authors: Mondanaro John F , Sturgeon Jessica
Published: July 2022

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a trajectory punctuated by controversy, from understanding the virus itself to the development of therapeutics and a vaccine. The offering of vaccination  to children through a destination Covid-19 vaccine pod foregrounded the need for procedural support within a psychosocial reality of children and families navigating the pandemic. Children receiving the Covid-19 vaccine benefitted from a synthesis of music therapy and child life services into a comprehensive approach that proved essential for not only the child, but for personal caregivers, and very often the nursing staff administering the vaccine itself.

This article presents the praxis of psychoeducational interventions, psychotherapeutic support, and procedural support including both pre- and post-procedural interventions to support children receiving the Covid-19 vaccine,
Understanding the impact of the “Fountains of Uke” Intergenerational Music Program on Long-Term Care Residents
Authors: Schlorff Jenna
Published: July 2022

As the aging population reaches an all-time high, depression and social isolation among seniors are becoming serious issues. Music engagement and intergenerational programming may improve depressive symptoms and reduce social isolation in seniors by fostering relationships and engagement. Thus, the “Fountains of Uke Program” combines musical experiences with intergenerational interactions to combat these outcomes. This study aims to investigate the program’s effects on residents in Long-Term Care homes. Behaviour, cognition, depression, and social isolation were measured before and after the intervention using validated scales and qualitative interviews. Quantitative measures did not show improvements in the outcomes of depression and social isolation. However, qualitative outcomes indicate the intergenerational music program had positive impacts on the Long-Term Care resident participants. Future studies should be implemented over a longer time period, in multiple Long-Term Care homes, and with a larger sample size to increase external validity. Future research should also consider the baseline health status of participants, as well as the normative mental and physical health decline among Long-Term Care residents over time when selecting outcome measures, analyzing data, and drawing conclusions.
An International Discourse on ‘Music and Medicine’
Authors: Papatzikis Efthymios
Published: July 2022

The 7th International Conference of the International Association for Music & Medicine was held on May 28 - 29, 2022. Meetings and presentations from Greek and international invited speakers took place in person and through live streaming May 28 to May 29, 2022. Additionally, a week of online-only presentations took place May 30 to June 3, 2022.Athens is one of the world's oldest cities, offering centuries-old history to be explored and enjoyed. According to Plato, one of the first schools of music education was founded by the people of Crete followed by the musical schools of Athens, where students were taught to sing and play the lyre. Many delegates from across the globe were honored to meet in this magical and historical city. Below, conference delegate Dr. Efthymios Papatzikis reviews and reflects upon some of the conference highlights.
An Analytical Study of Gross Domestic Product Per Capita in United States Dollar for Selected Asian Countries
Authors: Majee Mohammed Tareq , Dawod Salam Abas , Abbas Mustafa Hasan
Published: July 2022

The world is divided into various countries. These countries have their own policy for economic development. There are various methods for determining economic development out of that one method or one measure is Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Every country has their own GDP which measure the performance of economy. For this study gross domestic product per capita in United States dollar has been analyzed with selected Asian countries based on respective nation's population as on 2021. The study period is considered from 2015 to 2021. For identify difference among per capita GDP of selected nations one way ANOVA tool has been used as statistical parameter. The major finding of the study indicated as China saw increasing trend of per capital GDP for selected time period. India indicated fluctuating trend of per capita GDP for the study period. Out of selected countries Pakistan indicated lowest per capital GDP from selected countries. On an average performance of Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam in concern with per capita GDP was same during the study period. Japan indicated highest per capital GDP out of selected countries.
Resenha do livro; Análises discursivas das narrativas de vida do corpo discente (PROEJA e LETRAS) do CEFET-MG: múltiplos olhares.
Authors: Baêta Neves Pereira Diniz Mônica
Published: July 2022

LESSA, Cláudio Humberto (Org.). Análises discursivas das narrativas de vida do corpo discente (PROEJA e LETRAS) do CEFET-MG: múltiplos olhares. Belo Horizonte: CEFET-MG, 2019. E-book. 248p. il. ISBN: 978-85-99872-53-6. Disponível em:
https://www.deltec.cefetmg.br/2021/04/26/professor-do-deltec-organiza-livro-sobre-narrativas-de-vida-de-discentes-do-cefet-mg/. Acesso em: 30 dez. 2021.
Apresentação Dossiê Análise do Discurso e Literatura: impasses e vias de acesso
Authors: Romero Argus , Bernardino Soares Ivanete
Published: July 2022

Análise do Discurso e Literatura: impasses e vias de acesso
Analysis of Management Strategies of Staff-Authority Conflicts in Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko and Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Authors: AYEERUN Michael Sunday
Published: July 2022

Abstract

            The study investigated the possible causes of conflicts in our tertiary institutions. The effects of conflicts were highlighted while the strategies to be employed in handling conflicts were extensively discussed. The survey design of the descriptive research type was employed in the study which was limited to two of the tertiary institutions owned by the Ondo State Government i.e. Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba-Akoko and Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo.

            400 subjects were selected by stratified random sampling technique from the two institutions of the total staff and students’ population. The instrument used in gathering data is titled “Conflict Management Strategies Questionnaire” (CMSQ). The data collected were subjected to t-test analysis to test the two hypothesis generated at 0.05 level of significance, the results showed that there were no significant differences in the strategies employed by the Management of the University and the Polytechnic in managing Staff-Authority conflicts.

            The study revealed that conflict is inevitable in any organization but that it could be managed. Some recommendations were made to stem the tide of conflicts in our tertiary institutions of which attending to the needs of subordinates promptly by institutional leaders should be taken as the best strategy to curb conflicts.

 

Keywords: Conflict, management, authority, strike, strategy.
Deep learning on SPY stock prices using improved multi-head LSTM
Authors: Lian Yulong Eric
Published: July 2022

Stock price prediction has been a widely pursued topic by researchers in recent years due to the great impact that significant research can have on the economy. LSTM is commonly used for stock price prediction as it has strong time series predictive capabilities. However, it is limited by its loss function, which only takes one parameter (predicted stock price) into account. This paper proposes a multivariate multi-step, vector output predictive model using LSTM, with both the stock price and the relative return as inputs of the neural network. Furthermore, a novel loss function that combines both the standard mean squared error, and the relative return mean squared error to hone accuracy is introduced. The model’s predictive capabilities are demonstrated on the S&P 500 Index. This improved LSTM model reaches a test MSE of 0.0076, which is a result that is significantly stronger than results demonstrated by standard LSTM stock prediction networks, and which outperforms most of the LSTM models mentioned in the literature.
INFLUÊNCIA DO COMPORTAMENTO ALIMENTAR DOS PAIS NO EXCESSO DE PESO NA INFÂNCIA
Authors: Wahlbrinck Jenifer Sofia , Scherer Adami Fernanda , Rufatto Conde Simara
Published: July 2022

O excesso de peso é considerado um problema de saúde pública mundial, tornando-se cada vez mais comum entre o público infantil. A família é o principal campo de aprendizagem para as crianças diante da alimentação saudável e adequada, assim, o ambiente familiar pode ser fator determinante de uma vida com qualidade. Em vista disso, o presente estudo objetivou avaliar a influência do comportamento alimentar dos pais no excesso de peso na idade pré-escolar. Realizou-se uma intervenção com 30 crianças de dois a quatro anos e onze meses e seus responsáveis, acompanhados em uma Estratégia de Saúde da Família. A coleta de dados ocorreu através da aplicação de um questionário contendo variáveis sociodemográficas, hábitos alimentares, e a escala de comportamento dos pais durante as refeições. O peso e altura das crianças foram aferidos e classificados através do indicador Índice de Massa Corporal/idade/sexo, conforme os pontos de corte da Organização Mundial da Saúde (2006). O peso e altura dos responsáveis foram autorreferidos. Os dados coletados foram analisados através dos testes estatísticos não-paramétricos de Mann-Whitney e Kruskal-Wallis. O software utilizado foi o Epi Info 7.2. Não houve relação significativa para os escores da escala quando comparados entre faixas de renda, escolaridade paterna, locais de residência e o estado nutricional da mãe.  Porém verificou-se associação significativa quanto a escolaridade da mãe e o estado nutricional do pai. Conclui-se que, os comportamentos parentais diante das refeições de seus filhos possuem um papel importante no desenvolvimento do excesso de peso nas crianças.
CARACTERIZAÇÃO FÍSICA DE CLONES DA LARANJEIRA ‘DE RUSSAS’: ABORDAGEM EM SISTEMA DOMICILIAR
Authors: Amaral Sheyla Maria Barreto , Costa Júnior Raimundo Alves da , Cavalcante Márcia Roberta Freitas , Bessa Maria Jaíne , Maia Marjorie Beatriz Vidal , Freitas Francisca Nayara Ferreira de , Silva Felipe Sousa da , Damaceno Marlene Nunes
Published: July 2022

A laranja ‘de Russas’ representa um exemplo expressivo de agricultura familiar no estado do Ceará. Todavia, apenas as suas características físico-químicas foram avaliadas. Objetivou-se avaliar os clones de maior cultivo (BRS ‘Russas 01’ e BRS ‘Russas 02’) da laranjeira ‘de Russas’, produzidos pela agricultura familiar do semiárido cearense, analisando as características físicas dos frutos sob diferentes condições de armazenamento por um período de 30 dias, realizando a comparação entre os clones. No tratamento 1, vinte frutos de cada um dos clones ‘01’ e ‘02’ (C1T1 e C2T1) foram armazenados em local arejado ao abrigo da luz (29 ºC a 33 ºC). No tratamento 2, vinte frutos do clone ‘02’ (C2T2) foram armazenados em local arejado, porém com abrigo parcial da luz (alpendre) (29 ºC a 35 ºC). A cada 3 dias foram avaliados: peso fresco, comprimento, largura, índice de formato, perda de massa fresca e estádio de coloração da casca. O peso fresco não apresentou diferença (p ≥ 0,05) em todo armazenamento para os três tratamentos. A menor perda de massa ocorreu em C2T1 (10,99%), seguido de C2T2 (18,83%) e de C1T1 (19,47%). O comprimento e a largura dos frutos os caracterizam como de tamanho médio (65-71 mm de diâmetro), e o índice de formato como frutos de mesa (~1,00), sem grandes variações entre os tratamentos. Conclui-se que os frutos em C2T1 se mostraram aptos a comercialização por um maior período, diante da menor perda de massa e da maior manutenção da coloração da casca entre os tratamentos.