bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bridging the Healthcare Skill Gap: A Higher Education Perspective: A Data Base Research
Authors: Chowhan Sudhinder Singh , Bagrecha Mahavir Satishchand , Sharma Sandesh Kumar , Issac Anu Sumi , Bennadi Darshana , Satodiya Vimal , Tiwari Rahul
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT

Purpose:

There is a rising demand for highly qualified workers in today’s ever-changing healthcare job environment. Recognizing higher education’s critical role in closing the healthcare skill gap is critical for the long-term growth and prosperity of individuals, healthcare organizations, and the larger economy.

Design/Methodology:

Within the healthcare sector, education emerges as a pivotal mechanism to address the prevailing skill gap. Universities and colleges offer a wide range of academic programs meticulously designed to cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork among students. Furthermore, higher education institutions actively collaborate with healthcare employers to tailor specialized programs that precisely align with the requirements of various healthcare roles.

Originality/Value:

This paper delves into the multi-faceted ways in which universities and colleges can significantly contribute to mitigating the healthcare skills gap. The author emphasizes the critical role played by education in bridging this gap, ensuring that the healthcare workforce is suitably equipped to navigate the swiftly changing job market.

Future Scope:

By promoting partnerships with industry stakeholders, developing pertinent academic curricula, and offering continuous professional development opportunities, educational institutions empower individuals and healthcare organizations to excel within the dynamic landscape of healthcare delivery.
Evaluation of Antimicrobial Effect of Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar against Streptococcus Mutans, Enterococcus Faecalis and Candida Albicans
Authors: Malik Sakshi , Mulla Mushir , Saheb Safeena A. K. , Abdulaziz Alessa Noura , Chougule Vaibhav T , Mulla Munaz , Patri Gaurav
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Oral infections are most frequently caused by three oral microorganisms: Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), and Candida albicans (C. albicans).

Objectives:

To evaluate antimicrobial potential of 10% ginger extract (GE) and apple vinegar against S. Mutans, E. faecalis, and C. albicans.

Materials and Method:

The GE and apple cider vinegar (ACV) were tested for microbiological evaluation to identify the inhibitory zone using the agar disk diffusion test against S. mutans, C. albicans, and E. faecalis.

Result:

The 10% ethanolic GE and ACV showed a maximum zone of inhibition zone against S. mutans, E. Faecalis, and C. albicans. The intragroup comparison was insignificant.

Conclusion:

Apple vinegar and 10% ethanolic GE were shown to have good antimicrobial properties against all three tested pathogens.
Cranial osteomyelitis associated with Pasteurella canis in broiler chickens
Authors: Cádiz Leandro , Navarrete Fernando , Torres Paulina , Hidalgo Hector
Published: June 2024

Species of the Pasteurella genus are part of the oropharyngeal microbiota of many animal species. In poultry, Pasteurella multocida causes fowl cholera, the chronic manifestation of which can include neurological symptoms. Pasteurella canis causes osteomyelitis and other infections in humans. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of cranial osteomyelitis associated with Pasteurella canis in broiler chickens in Chile.
The Perceived Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Medical Education of Residents in 2021 and 2022
Authors: Berthold Anne , Luchsinger Larissa , Siegrist Michael
Published: June 2024

Background Recent studies reported how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced the medical education community. However, little is known about the further influence of the pandemic over time and about the impact across the different medical disciplines.

Objective Our objective was to investigate how residents working in different disciplines and on different tracks (full- vs part-time) perceived the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 and 2022 on their education.

Methods The data were collected with a questionnaire (developed by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and the Swiss Institute for Medical Education) as part of the Swiss national annual survey on medical education. We assessed the influence of the pandemic on medical residents from different specialties in 2021 and 2022 with 3 items: global effect on education, available time for education, and effect on teaching.

Results The questionnaire had a response rate of 70% (8496 of 12 137) in 2021 and 2022 (8823 of 12 604). In 2021, residents reported that the pandemic had a negative influence (3.5 of 5; P<.001; 95% CI 0.49, 0.53) and impaired their education. The negative influence declined (t=7.91; P<.001; 95% CI 0.07, 0.11) but remained noticeable in 2022 (3.4 of 5; P<.001; 95% CI 0.41, 0.44). This pattern of results was similar among the different medical specialties. In both years, residents working full-time reported a more severe influence of the pandemic than those working part-time (eg, in 2021 impaired education: 3.1 of 4 vs 2.9 of 4; P<.01; 95% CI -0.26, -0.14).

Conclusions The negative influence of the pandemic declined across all medical disciplines.
Feedback in an Entrustment-Based Objective Structured Clinical Examination: Analysis of Content and Scoring Methods
Authors: Nguyen-Tri Isabelle , Tremblay-Laroche Dave , Lavigne Félix , Tremblay Marie-Laurence , Lafleur Alexandre
Published: June 2024

Background The integration of entrustable professional activities (EPAs) within objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) has yielded a valuable avenue for delivering timely feedback to residents. However, concerns about feedback quality persist.

Objective This study aimed to assess the quality and content alignment of verbal feedback provided by examiners during an entrustment-based OSCE.

Methods We conducted a progress test OSCE for internal medicine residents in 2022, assessing 7 EPAs. The immediate 2-minute feedback provided by examiners was recorded and analyzed using the Quality of Assessment of Learning (QuAL) score. We also analyzed the degree of alignment with EPA learning objectives: competency milestones and task-specific abilities. In a randomized crossover experiment, we compared the impact of 2 scoring methods used to assess residents’ clinical performance (3-point entrustability scales vs task-specific checklists) on feedback quality and alignment.

Results Twenty-one examiners provided feedback to 67 residents. The feedback demonstrated high quality (mean QuAL score 4.3 of 5) and significant alignment with the learning objectives of the EPAs. On average, examiners addressed in their feedback 2.5 milestones (61%) and 1.2 task-specific abilities (46%). The scoring methods used had no significant impact on QuAL scores (95% CI -0.3, 0.1, P=.28), alignment with competency milestones (95% CI -0.4, 0.1, P=.13), or alignment with task-specific abilities (95% CI -0.3, 0.1, P=.29).

Conclusions In our entrustment-based OSCE, examiners consistently offered valuable feedback aligned with intended learning outcomes. Notably, we explored high-quality feedback and alignment as separate dimensions, finding no significant impact from our 2 scoring methods on either aspect.
Adults’ Qualitative Accounts of Adolescent Sexual Activity in A Resource-Constrained Urban Setting: What Role Does Social Disorganization Play?
Authors: Biney Adriana , Ofori Charlotte
Published: June 2024

Sexual risk-taking behaviour among adolescents in urban resource-constrained communities has in recent times been deemed more pervasive than in the past. This study sought to interrogate this in an indigenous Ga community in Accra, Ghana by (i) identifying the perceptions on past and present patterns in adolescent sexual behaviour, and (ii) unearthing the factors accounting for the changes in adolescent sexual behaviour over time. We carried out two focus group discussions comprising 18 parents of adolescents and five individual interviews with elders (aged 50 and above) in the study community. The transcripts generated from the interviews were analysed thematically. Parents and elders alluded to adolescent sexual activity not generating as many negative reproductive health consequences in the past as it is in recent times; with adolescents engaging in public sexual acts unlike before. Individual, family and community/structural-level factors accounting for the changes in adolescents’ sexual behaviour over time include child indiscipline, lack of parental care, influence of the media, poverty, population growth, and community features. The changing nature of the urban space has been identified as a potential source of weakening adults’ control over adolescent sexual behaviour. The findings indicate that most of the changes taking place in the community are explained by social disorganization. The solutions to improve their sexual and reproductive health behaviour and outcomes require individual, family and community/structural-level programs and interventions.
Sztuczna inteligencja jako wyzwanie przyszłości
Authors: Ochyra Patryk , Stelmaszczyk Łukasz , Rutkowski Michał
Published: June 2024

Based on this chosen topic, the author chose artificial intelligence as the subject of research. The main goal of the article was defined as: outlining the most likely scenarios of threats and opportunities arising from the existence of artificial intelligence. It determines the need to propose the main research problem in the form of the following problem question: What variants should be expected in order to effectively counteract threats and take advantage of the opportunities arising from the existence of AI in the aspect of increasing global population security? Based on the previously formulated main problem, the author constructed a working hypothesis. He presumes that: the main inhibitor in a positive attitude towards AI is the fear of its independence as a transcendent entity that escapes human perception. In his scientific article, he used theoretical methods such as: analysis, synthesis, interpretation, deduction, inference, confrontation and abstraction.
Postawy obywatelskie w profilaktyce wiktymizacyjnej
Authors: Hołyst Brunon
Published: June 2024

Civic activity, i.e. voluntary action for the benefit of social interest, is regarded as the basis for the existence of civil society. Civic activity is expressed, among other things, in the giving of time, labor, energy, knowledge or money, that is, in the giving of one’s own resources for the benefit of others – for someone else’s benefit, but also for one’s own benefit. The type of activity in question is characterized by two properties. First, it is a purposeful activity, and it is based on the fact that man is a dynamic, acting being. Specific actions are directed toward something, and therefore are not a direct reaction resulting from the appearance of certain external factors, but are the result of a cognitive analysis of the situation. The type of activity in question refers to actions taken by an individual alone or together with others, with an intention aimed at the welfare of members of his own community. Every, even individually implemented action for the benefit of others contains a social context. Then “social” does not mean “group”, but “undertaken for the benefit of the community. The article examines in detail not only the essence of civic activity, also civic education, “civic organizations” and paying taxes.
Aspekty prawa kanonicznego i prawa świeckiego w związku małżeńskim
Authors: Remiszewska Kamila , Ruszkiewicz Adrianna
Published: June 2024

The article presents the marital union from the perspectives of canonical law and secular law, two distinct legal systems. It focuses on a comparative analysis of the theoretical and practical aspects related to marriage, taking into account the influence of faith and societal norms on its regulations. Through an in-depth examination of these two legal systems, the paper aims to better understand both the complexities and similarities between them and to identify areas of conflict or synergy. It aims to provide a comprehensive view of the essence and functioning of the marital union, considering both its spiritual and social dimensions.
A LITERARY REVIEW OF ARTAVA KSHAYA IN AYURVEDA W.S.R. TO POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME
Authors: Gupta Bhoomika , Tripathi Sasmita , Jangde Swaranjali , Ghatge C.A. , Sharma Anita
Published: June 2024

Background - Artava Kshaya is one of the menstrual disorders which indicate scanty menstrual flow associated with pain, where vitiates of Vata and kapha are predominant. According to WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION (WHO) commonest cause of anovulation and a leading cause of infertility. PCOS affects an estimated 8-13% of reproductive-aged women. Up to 70% of affected women in early ages remain undiagnosed worldwide.[1] Lakshanas of Artav Kshaya explained by Aacharyas similarities with symptoms of PCOS, such as Yathochithakala Artava Adarshana (irregular menses), Alpata (scanty menses), Yoni vedna (pain in pelvic region). This is mainly due to changes in the sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy food habits, stress, poor nutrition, and obesity.[2] Aims and Objectives - This review aims to explore and understand the theory of Artava Kshaya concerning PCOS. Methods - Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Kashyap Samhita and other Granth thoroughly examined to compile a list of references together with Sanskrit commentary. Internet searches to locate study papers and related materials.
AN AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF KITIBHA KUSHTHA (PSORIASIS): A CASE
STUDY
Authors: Kulkarni Saloni , Magare Mukund
Published: June 2024

Background
Skin is the first line of defence for our body against harmful physical, chemical, and pathological agents. Healthy skin also contributes to a person's aesthetics. Thus, apart from daily routines, skin disorders also affect the self-confidence of the patient. Skin disorders constitute one of the largest groups of health problems in gen-eral clinical practice. Kushtha is a broad term which covers almost all the skin diseases in Ayurveda. In general, Twak vikara are mainly caused due to altered lifestyle, lack of physical exercise, poor hygiene, mental stress and improper diet. Kushtha is further divided into Maha and Kshudra Kushtha. Kitibha Kushtha is one of the Kshu-dra Kushtha.
Need and scope of the study.
With the rise in psoriasis and psoriatic medications for longer duration (more than a year), patients also face nu-merous side effects related to other systems. Many patients could be observed applying combination creams (steroids with psoriasis), changing the whole and sole picture of the earlier lesions. Hence, to avoid and make treatment aspect easier to prevent the recurrence. In the present case study, a 58-year-old male patient in the Kayachikitsa OPD of R.A. Podar Medical College (Ayu.), Mumbai had symptoms of hyperpigmentation with dry, scaly lesions all over body and itching all over the body, which increased during the night and was treated with Rukshan-virechan karma and Raktamokshan respectively. The symptoms were prevailing for three months. In this case, Rukshan Chikitsa helped cure Ambu dushti, whereas Virechan karma helped cure Samprapti-bhanga. Raktamokshan helped to avoid the recurrence of the medical condition. Generally, Twak Vikar is mainly caused by Tridosha, Rasa, Mansa, and Kleda dushti. Thus, treatment with Rukshan-Virechan & Raktamokshan Chikitsa provided successful relief, which was observed in the patient.
Hochschulinternationalisierung in Zeiten multipler Disruptionen: Stabilität und Wandel im Kontext des Brexits und der Corona-Pandemie
Authors:   Technical University Berlin, Lohse Anna Prisca
Published: June 2024

England, Frankreich und Deutschland zählen zu den wichtigsten europäischen Gastländern für internationale Studierende. Jahrzehntelang schien der Trend länderübergreifend eindeutig: stetig steigende internationale Studierendenzahlen und eine zunehmende Europäisierung des Hochschulwesens, beispielsweise durch das Erasmus-Programm und die Vereinheitlichung von Abschlüssen im Rahmen der Bologna-Reform. Durch das Brexit-Referendum und die Corona-Pandemie wurden etablierte Internationalisierungs- Regelungen und Praktiken im europäischen Hochschulraum massiv gestört. Während einige Hochschulakteure voraussagten, dass die Disruptionen eine radikale Zeitenwende in der europäischen Hochschulinternationalisierung auslösen würden, geht die wissenschaftliche Literatur von einer weitreichenden Stabilität von gesellschaftlichen Institutionen wie Hochschulen aus. Welche Auswirkungen hatten der Brexit und die Corona-Pandemie nun also tatsächlich in verschiedenen Länderkontexten? Die vorliegende Studie untersucht Stabilität und Wandel in den Hochschulinternationalisierungsstrategien Englands, Frankreichs und Deutschlands zwischen 2016 und 2021.
ADVANCING SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE UTILISATION: A REVIEW OF AQUATIC BIOREFINERIES
Authors: HAMID AMIRI
Published: June 2024

This review explores the transformative potential of aquatic biorefineries in advancing sustainable resource utilisation. As global demands for renewable resources intensify, biorefineries have emerged as versatile solutions. Focusing on aquatic environments, this paper delves into diverse biomass resources, encompassing microorganisms, algae and aquatic plants. It navigates through key biorefinery processes, including hydrothermal liquefaction, algae cultivation and enzymatic conversion, illuminating their roles in sustainable biofuel and high-value chemical production. Thermochemical conversion processes, such as pyrolysis and gasification, offer additional pathways for bio-based product generation. The review critically assesses challenges in these processes, ranging from technical intricacies to regulatory considerations. Examining products derived from aquatic biorefineries (i.e. biofuels, chemicals and biomaterials) underscores their versatility. Looking ahead, the paper identifies technical challenges, regulatory landscapes and emerging technologies as focal points for future research. The review concludes by envisioning aquatic biorefineries as key players in sustainable resource management, advocating for research and technological innovation to propel this transformative field into the mainstream of the bio-based economy.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BIOMASS IN ACHIEVING A GLOBAL BIOECONOMY
Authors: HOSSEIN SHAHBEIK  , WANXI PENG
Published: June 2024

This manuscript explores the imperative role of biomass in shaping the global bioeconomy, necessitated by escalating energy demands and the consequent environmental challenges posed by fossil fuel dependency. This paper delineates the diverse forms of biomass — from lignocellulosic materials to organic waste and algae — each holding distinct chemical compositions and applications within the bioeconomy. Investigating biomass conversion technologies (i.e. thermochemical, biochemical and chemical) provides a comprehensive understanding of their merits and limitations in energy production and resource optimisation. Specifically, it delves into pyrolysis, gasification, hydrothermal liquefaction, torrefaction, anaerobic digestion and transesterification, elucidating their mechanisms and contributions to energy generation and biofuel production. Moreover, the study incorporates bibliometric analysis, depicting thematic clusters in biomass research and highlighting the evolving trends in its application within the bioeconomy. The primary focus of studies within the initial cluster revolves around utilising biomass for a global bioeconomy through thermochemical conversion methods. Overall, this review underscores the indispensable role of biomass  as a renewable and adaptable resource, pivotal in steering the transition towards a sustainable bio-based economy amid global environmental and socio-economic challenges.
EMPLOYEES IN CENTERS FOR SOCIAL WORK AS PROVIDERS OF SOCIAL PROTECTION SERVICES
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Antić Aleksandar
Published: June 2024

Social protection represents a social activity that is directed towards the protection of existentially threatened individuals. It is realized through social welfare institutions. Among them, the most important are centers for social work. These institutions represent the basis of social protection in the Republic of Serbia. Social protection services are numerous, and they are provided in order to enable citizens who are in a state of social need to eliminate the causes that created social need for them. In the work, the author, among other things, analyzes the position of employees in centers for social work, as well as the social protection services provided by employees in centers for social work.
THE CONCEPT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONTRACTS CONCLUDED AT A DISTANCE IN THE SYSTEM OF EUROPEAN CONSUMER LAW
Authors:   Faculty of Law ", Gavrilović Nenad ,   Iustinianus Primus",   , ",   Ss Cyril and Methodius",   University of Skopje
Published: June 2024

The paper analyses the scope of the new rules of Directive (EU) 2023/2673 that refer to financial consumer services contracts concluded at a distance and which repeal the current Directive 2002/65/EC. The conceptual features of Directive 2002/65/EC are outlined first, and then those of Directive (EU) 2023/2673, which were interpolated into the system of Directive 2011/83/EU. The rules of Directive (EU) 2023/2673 modernize the existing rules of Directive 2002/65/EC on pre- contractual information and the right to withdraw from the concluded contract; while also introducing completely new aspects related to the so-called adequate explanations, the so-called dark patterns on traders' online interfaces, etc. The general assessment is that the legal policy of the Union regarding distance financial contracts is basically unchanged, and modernization has been carried out as a result of the need to provide answers to the new challenges of digitalization.
TRADER AS A SERVICE PROVIDER TO THE CONSUMER – SOME OPEN QUESTIONS
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Vujisić Dragan
Published: June 2024

Some issues, that is concepts of consumer law seem indisputable, like "the concept of a trader". However, the practice of both national courts and the Court of Justice of the European Union sometimes denies this fact. The reason for this denial stems from the lack of a clear understanding and application of the concept of a trader, which is a basic concept for exercising consumer rights. The concept of " trader " (as a consumer contracting party), by the way, is based on two elements (cumulatively): the trader may be a natural or legal person (the first), who acts for purposes related to his trade, business, craft or professional activity, i.e. on behalf of or for the trader 's account (second). For this reason, some "open" questions were highlighted and analyzed in the paper: whether a natural person who advertises on the Internet and offers for sale new and/or used goods (or services) can be considered a "trader"; whether a public legal entity can qualify as a "trader"; whether a non-profit educational institution can be considered a "trader".
PARTY AUTONOMY IN THE PROCEDURE OF APPOINTING ARBITRATORS INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION
Authors:   Faculty of Economics, University of Belgrade, Perović Vujačić Jelena , Vukadinović Marković Jelena ,   nstitute of Comparative Law in Belgrade, Serbia
Published: June 2024

The subject of the paper is an analysis of the scope and reach of the party autonomy in the procedure of appointing arbitrators in international commercial arbitration. After the introductory considerations, special attention was paid to the issues of how to appoint arbitrators, their number, nationality and neutrality, as well as their qualifications, with particular reference to possible limitations of the party autonomy with regard to each of these questions. The paper analyzes in detail the general limitations of the party autonomy arising from the principle of independence and impartiality of arbitrators and the principle of equal treatment of the parties in the procedure of appointing arbitrators. The analysis of the mentioned issues was done from the point of view of the appropriate solutions of international conventions and national laws in the field of arbitration, the rules of the leading arbitration institutions, as well as the positions of the doctrine and international judicial and arbitration practice, based on which the general conclusion (was drawn in the paper).
FREE ATTORNEY SERVICES IN LITIGATION
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Ćorac Sanda
Published: June 2024

The Law on Civil Procedure stipulates that the court may grant a party the right to a free attorney under certain conditions. The services of a free attorney can be used by a party who is completely exempt from paying litigation costs (on the basis of indigency) and when the court deems it necessary in order to protect the party’s rights. The court does not appoint a fee attorney ex officio, but only at the request of the party, when determined legal conditions are met cumulatively, so the paper analyzes the legal provisions on the conditions and the way of exercising the party's right to be represented by a free attorney in litigation proceedings and to exercise the right to legal, efficient and effective protection. The free attorney is appointed and dismissed by the president of the court in order from the list of lawyers. However, the legal position of the attorney appointed by the court for the party is completely different from the legal position of the party's proxy.
INTERNATIONAL MEDIATION IN THE LIGHT OF COMMERCIAL DISPUTES – SOME REMARKS FROM THE ASPECT OF DOMESTIC LAW
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Pavlović Mina
Published: June 2024

Mediation is one of the ADR proceedures, that is, instead of deepening the conflict, based on negotiation and open communication, that is focused first of all on the participants’ needs and whose primary aim of mediation is reaching a solution mutually acceptable for the parties. It is a convenient method for resolution of commercial disputes, especially in commercial disputes with foreign element since the mediation manifests significant advanteges over the procedure before the court. In Serbia, international mediation is regulated by the provisions of Mediation Act. In this paper, we adress some questions regarding the international mediation in resolution of commercial disputes, from the perspective of Serbian law (examining the mediability of a commercial dispute, settlement agreement and its enforcement, the role of the mediator, etc). Special attention is paid to the enforcement of settlement agreement in commercial disputes with foreign element, whereby different legal situations have been considered.
Curcumin Mitigates Mercury-induced Memory Impairment and Neurotoxicity: Insights from the Drosophila melanogaster Model
Authors:   Department of Biomedical Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, Ogunsuyi Opeyemi , Olugbade Precious ,   Department of Biomedical Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria, Atoki Ayomide ,   Department of Biochemistry, Kampala International University, Ishaka, Uganda, Oboh Ganiyu ,   Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
Published: June 2024

Mercury-containing products, such as dental amalgam used for dental filling in dentistry, have been heavily criticised due to their associated toxicity. Nevertheless, it is still in use in low-income countries due to it being relatively affordable. Therefore, in this study, we evaluate the neurotoxic effects of mercury (Hg) and the possible ameliorative effects of polyphenol-curcumin using the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) model. Male and female D. melanogaster, aged 3 to 5 days, were categorized into six groups, each consisting of 40 flies. To evaluate the impact of Hg exposure and the potential protective effects of curcumin, we conducted measurements on multiple parameters. These included assessing the survival rate, determining the memory index using an aversive phototaxis suppression assay, evaluating locomotor performance through negative geotaxis, and analysing various biochemical parameters associated with antioxidant status and neuronal function-related enzymes. Our findings indicate that dietary exposure to Hg resulted in a decreased survival rate and impaired locomotor performance in D. melanogaster. However, we observed a notable improvement in the antioxidant system among D. melanogaster exposed to Hg toxicity when they were fed a diet supplemented with curcumin. This improvement was evident through enhanced catalase activity, improved memory index, and modulation of acetylcholinesterase and monoamine oxidase activities. These effects were observed in comparison to D. melanogaster solely exposed to HgCl2 without curcumin supplementation. Collectively, these data showed that curcumin could mitigate the neurotoxicity associated with Hg and thus could serve as a substitute for Hg-containing products like dental amalgam.
Assessing Caffeine's Neuroprotective Effects on Rotenone-Induced Parkinson's Disease: Unravelling the Neurological Dynamics of Striatal Impact
Authors:   Department of Anatomy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria, Adeyeye Timileyin , Babatunde Bamidele ,   Department of Anatomy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria, Shallie Oluwadamilola ,   Department of Anatomy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria, Osidele Babatunde ,   Department of Anatomy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria, Shallie Philemon ,   Department of Anatomy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, Nigeria
Published: June 2024

The alarming prevalence of Parkinson's disease (PD) has prompted a search for standard therapeutic interventions capable of altering or halting its progression. Identifying a neuroprotective or disease-modifying therapy for PD is akin to pursuing the Holy Grail. Numerous studies have affirmed the therapeutic benefits of adenosine A2A receptor blockade in alleviating both motor and non-motor symptoms in PD. Furthermore, A2A receptors are selectively localized in the basal ganglia. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of caffeine on the striatum of rats with PD induced by rotenone. Fifty adult male Wistar rats, weighing between 150 and 200g, were utilised in this study. The rats were randomly assigned to five groups, each consisting of ten rats: Group A (vehicle group, alcohol, 3mL/kg), group B (rotenone-only treated with 3mg/kg, ip.), group C (caffeine 30mg/kg + rotenone 3mg/kg, ip.), group D (rotenone 3mg/kg + caffeine 30mg/kg, ip.), and group E (caffeine-only treated with 30mg/kg, ip.). The findings revealed a significant (p<0.05) reduction in body weight and relative brain weight in response to caffeine treatments. Rotenone administration induced histological changes akin to those observed in PD, encompassing neuronal structural derangement, degenerated striatal bundled fibre, and loss of myelinated neurons and Nissl substance. This study adds to the growing body of research supporting the therapeutic potential of caffeine in PD. The results highlight caffeine's neuroprotective properties and its ability to mitigate striatal lesions. The pursuit of effective interventions for PD remains crucial, and caffeine emerges as a promising therapeutic agent in this regard.
Gendered Migration in India: Exploring the Challenges and Human Rights Issues Faced by Female Migrant Workers in Perumbavoor, Ernakulam District, Kerala
Authors:   Project Associate, Government of India -ANRF-SERB Project Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, M. Khadar Navas , J Anjali ,   Research Intern, Centre for Migration Policy and Inclusive Governance Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, M.V Bijulal ,   Assistant Professor & Principal Investigator SERB Project School of International Relations and Politics Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
Published: June 2024

Most studies on inter-state migrant workers in Kerala focus on male migrants arriving in the state. Kerala began to receive migrant workers in 1950. There has been a significant shift in it since 1990. From the 1960s to the 1990s, migrant workers came to Kerala from Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. During those times, women came to Kerala along with men. After the 1990s, migration from Assam, West Bengal, Bihar, Orissa, Jharkhand, and Haryana gained momentum. Many women have moved to Kerala since 2000, as opposed to male migrants from 1990 to 2000. Many human rights issues face migrant women in Kerala, including their workplaces, lifestyles, job searches, and travel. The consequences of not getting significant health interventions and being harassed at work are not well known in society. A study of migrant women begins in the public space, where they are not considered citizens but as objects of utility. My research revealed 516,000 migrant women in Kerala, based on a government document obtained through RTI. There are 25000 female migrant workers among them. It is estimated that around 34 lakh migrant workers work in Kerala, according to the Kerala Planning Board's 2021 report. Out of that, 20% of women work in many workplaces and enterprises in Kerala. According to surveys and a government assessment, Kerala's Ernakulam district has the highest concentration of migrant women workers. The female migrant workers in the Perumbavoor one of the cities of the Ernakulam district are the subject of this study. Female workers who work in plywood, bricks, baji, tailoring, pan shops, plastic manufacturing, textile manufacturing, and other industrial units are the subject of this study. Female migrant workers are personally met and interviewed during fieldwork to obtain data. For this study, qualitative ethnographic research methodology is employed. The findings of this study suggest the government's policy-making for social welfare, social security, job security, the prevention of sexual violence, and making sure that female migrants in Kerala receive equal pay for equal work. This study is being conducted with the human rights of women migrant workers in Kerala foremost in mind. Information is being directly collected from migrant women workers, labour department health department government representatives, trade union members, NGO representatives, etc.
The Smartphone Effects on Kindergarten Children: Analysis of Creativity and Imagination
Authors:   University of Teknologi Sulawesi, 90222, Makassar, Indonesia, Andu Christine Purnamasari , Litta Lista ,   University of Teknologi Sulawesi, 90222, Makassar, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

Smartphones are simple to use, even for kindergarten students. Smartphones include programs that can entice children and help them spend their time wisely. Children who are unrestricted in their use of smartphones by their parents or caretakers are more likely to exhibit negative behaviors. The majority of the literature on children's smartphone use primarily focuses on its negative impacts, however a few also acknowledge its positive aspects. This research is critical because today's children are growing up in an age of technological advancement. This study aims to provide adults, parents, caregivers, and teachers with valuable insights on effectively managing smartphones to foster positivity and creativity in children. This study sought to observe and describe the impact of smartphone use on the creativity and imagination of kindergarten students. This study will utilize descriptive and drawing analysis methods. The participants will consist of twenty-four drawings created by kindergarten children. Twelve of these drawings will be selected as examples for this study. This study demonstrated a beneficial correlation between children's use of smartphones and their creativity and imagination. It is demonstrated by the results of fourteen distinct types of things drawn from twenty-four gathered drawings. This work will make major contributions to fields such as communication, psychology, and education. This study recommends the involvement of adults, parents, family members, caretakers, and teachers in children's everyday lives to encourage and aid them in discovering their potential in order to develop their imagination and creativity.
Effect of Remittances on Healthcare of Left-Behind Parents
Authors:   School of Economics, Finance and Marketing RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia ORCID: 0000-0002-2560-6821, Jabbar Dr. Jeenat Binta
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the impact of remittances on the health status of parents left behind in their communities by their children. While the existing literature explores the effects of remittances through health expenditure, this study contributes to the literature by analysing the causal effects of remittances on the level of access to healthcare services and health outcomes. Using three waves of the Bangladesh Integrated Household Survey coupled with a fixed-effects instrumental variable approach, we find that demand for healthcare declines with rising remittances and that remittances decrease acute illness, hinting that remittances may improve preventative health measures. Finally, the findings suggest to policymakers the importance of greater investments in the public health system to make it accessible for all, especially for non-remittance-receiving households.
The Influence of Grammatical and Competition on Communication Anxiety of Students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program, Wisnuwardhana University, Malang
Authors:   University of Wisnuwardhana, Malang City 65139, East Java, Indonesia, Sudjiwanati Sudjiwanati , Ikawati Any ,   University of Wisnuwardhana, Malang City 65139, East Java, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

In general, it is found that several students experience difficulties in pronouncing the language, do not dare to speak firmly, and seem to have difficulty with the grammatical meaning of what is said. The problem is a lack of understanding of grammatical meaning and competition at his age, sometimes appearing nervous, worried, feeling shy, tense, avoiding face-to-face and anxious when communicating. The student's condition needs to be studied with the aim of finding out the extent of the difficulties they are experiencing to be used to solve the problem. There were 87 students participating in the Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program at Wisnuwardhana University Malang, using a population study sampling technique. Quantitative research methods using competitive, grammatical and communication anxiety scales have been tested for validity with Moment Products, and reliability with Cronbach's Alpha, the results are valid and reliable. The results of data analysis using ANOVA show that the sig 0.161 is not significant because the result is > 0.05, meaning that communication anxiety is not only influenced by grammar and competition but can also be influenced by other aspects.
The Influence of Neural Behavior on Individuals’ Financial Decisions
Authors:   Ph.D Scholar,Dept. of Business Administration, Assam University, Silchar, Alam Zakir , Laskar Dr. H.R. ,   Ph.D Supervisor, Dept. of Business Administration, Assam University, Silchar
Published: June 2024

To cope with the complexity of modern life, the need for better financial education is more crucial than ever. To make a good financial decision, a person needs to equip himself or herself with the knowledge and skills necessary to make an informed financial decision, manage debt effectively, plan for the future, and navigate a complex economic landscape. To exercise these complex economic decisions, the brain plays an important role in integrating information, assessing risk and reward, managing emotions, and executing strategies to achieve financial goals. As a result, an emerging field in the area of behavioral finance has emerged, which acts as a multidisciplinary field of study known as neurofinance. Neurofinance is a combination of fields of study like neurology, psychology, and finance and is an important tool for understanding an individual’s behavior towards financial activity done through brain mapping. Thus, this paper constructs the concept of neurofinance in the life of an individual financial decision-maker. The present study demonstrates the available studies constructed by different researchers, authors, and organizations. After reviewing the existing literature, the researcher found a major gap in that there was not a single study conducted to determine the influence of neural behavior on financial decision-making among the private and government sector employees of a selected region. Therefore, it is imperative to know whether there is any association between neurofinance and the individual financial decision-making of the people in North-East India. Accordingly, it is anticipated that this review paper will facilitate forthcoming empirical research to examine individual financial decision-making in detail.
Rural Tourism Development in the Philippines: Balancing Economic Growth with Ecological and Socio-Cultural Sustainability
Authors:   Graduate School and Professional Studies, St. Paul University-Surigao, Philippines, Supera Meralyn , Guerra Erlita ,   College of Business and Technology, St. Paul University-Surigao, Philippines, Villamar Eric ,   College of Business and Technology, St. Paul University-Surigao, Philippines, Saranza Cris ,   Graduate School and Professional Studies, St. Paul University-Surigao, Philippines
Published: June 2024

This descriptive study investigated the perceived impacts and challenges of rural tourism in Surigao del Norte, Philippines. A survey of 400 stakeholders from 20 municipalities was conducted to assess perceptions regarding economic, socio-cultural, and ecological capital. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data, and chi-square tests and z-tests were employed to analyze differences between demographic groups and correlations between perceived impacts and challenges. The findings revealed a predominantly positive perception of rural tourism's impacts on all three forms of capital, with significant benefits identified in job creation, investment attraction, cultural exchange, and environmental conservation. However, challenges related to infrastructure, business support, environmental protection, and community involvement were also highlighted, with perceptions of economic challenges varying significantly among stakeholder categories. This research contributes valuable insights for the development of sustainable and inclusive rural tourism strategies in the region.
Factors that Influence Repurchase Intention at Alas Cobek Restaurant
Authors:   The Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia, Muzaki Asep , MS Mahrina ,   The Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia, Roslina Roslina ,   The Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Lampung, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

This study aims to determine the repurchase intention of Alas Cobek Restaurant consumers which is influenced by social media marketing factors, product quality, Alas Cobek Restaurant's image, and consumer satisfaction with the services and dishes served by Alas Cobek Restaurant. This study adopts the stimulus, organism, and response theory to confirm the relationship between emotional and consumer responses regarding intentions and purchases. Respondents in the study were consumers who came to Alas Cobek Restaurant and had accessed social media owned by Alas Cobek Restaurant. Sampling using purposive sampling as many as 330 respondents were processed using structural equation modeling with the LISREL application. The results showed that social media marketing, product quality, and brand image affect customer satisfaction so it has an impact on consumer repurchases at Alas Cobek Restaurant. This research implies that Alas Cobek Restaurants needs to make improvements in providing information through social media marketing regarding Alas Cobek Restaurant products and services.
The Impact of a Strong Electromagnetic Wave on the Quantum Hall Effect in Cylindrical Quantum Wires
Authors:   Faculty of Physics, University of Science and Education, The University of Danang, 459-Ton Duc Thang, Lien Chieu, Danang, Trien Hoang Dinh
Published: June 2024

The impact of strong electromagnetic waves Hall effect is studied theoretically in a Cylindrical Quantum Wire (CQW) with infinitely high potential inside the wire and elsewhere subjected to a dc electric field , a magnetic field and a laser radiation . By using the quantum kinetic equation method for electrons interacting with Acoustic Phonon (AP) at low temperatures, we obtain analytical expressions for the conductivity tensor and the Hall Coefficient (HC), which are different from in comparison to those obtained for a rectangular quantum wire (RQW) or two-dimensional (2D) electron systems. Numerical calculations are also applied for GaAs/GaAsAl CQW to show the nonlinear dependence of the HC on the electromagnetic wave (EMW) frequency, and the radius, the length characteristic parameters of CQW. Wave function and energy spectrum in a CQW are dissiminar to those in Quantum Wires (QWs). Therefore, all numerical results are different from those in the case of QWs. The most important result is that the HC reaches saturation as the radius, the length of CQW or the EMW frequency increases.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan, Kepuasan Pelanggan, Dan Citra Merek Terhadap Keputusan Menggunakan Transportasi Udara Lion Air Pada Bandar Udara Jalaluddin Gorontalo
Authors: Karundeng Deby Rita , Suyanto Mohamad Afan , Lamuda Ilyas , Tolah Trisnawaty Ismael
Published: June 2024

This research aims to determine and analyze the influence of service quality, customer satisfaction, and brand image on the decision to use air transportation with Lion Air at Djalaluddin Gorontalo Airport. The sample consisted of 99 Lion Air air transportation users, all of whom were respondents using a multiple linear regression analysis model. Based on the analysis results, it is indicated that Service Quality has a positive and significant effect on the Decision to Use Lion Air Air Transportation, Customer Satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on the decision to use Lion Air air transportation, Brand Image has a positive and non-significant effect on the Decision to Use Lion Air Air Transportation, and Service Quality, Customer Satisfaction, and Brand Image have a positive and significant effect on the Decision to Use Air Transportation with Lion Air at Djalaluddin Gorontalo Airport.
Peran E-commerce dan Orientasi Kewirausahaan dalam Membangun Kinerja UMKM Kota Padang
Authors: Sabrina Alfatya , Mariyanti Eka
Published: June 2024

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Protecting the Financial Ecosystem: An Extensive Testing Approach for Systems Combating Financial Crime
Authors:   NJ, USA, Kumar Praveen
Published: June 2024

The global financial system faces significant challenges in combating financial crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud. The increasing sophistication of criminals and the rapid evolution of technology necessitate robust systems and processes to detect, prevent, and report suspicious activities. Effective testing strategies play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, accuracy, and compliance of these systems. This paper presents an extensive testing approach for systems combating financial crime, focusing on key areas such as transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and customer due diligence. The proposed approach encompasses risk-based testing, data-driven testing, and advanced techniques like machine learning and network analysis. The paper also emphasizes the importance of collaborative testing efforts involving multiple stakeholders, including financial institutions, regulators, and technology providers. By adopting a comprehensive and proactive testing approach, financial institutions can strengthen their defenses against financial crime and contribute to the overall integrity and stability of the financial ecosystem.