bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Wastewater Treatment Using Constructed Wetland
Authors: Sunny Pathak Sunny Pathak , Dr. B. L. Jagetiya Dr. B. L. Jagetiya
Published: September 2024

Municipal wastewater, wastewater from petroleum refineries, agricultural drainage, acid minedrainage, etc. have all benefited from the use of constructed wetlands (CW), an ecologically benignmethod for purging pollutants from wastewater. The science of microbiology has expanded at anastounding rate during the last decade. Focusing on developments in the previous three decades, thispaper provides a comprehensive assessment of important facets of CW, including its many forms, thecontaminants their removal mechanisms, degradation routes, difficulties, possibilities, materials,applications, and theory. Key unresolved issues in CW have also been framed in an effort to both foreseeand enable future progress in the area of CW. The rapidly expanding CW sector will benefit from theseguidelines, which have been created via the standardization of essential design components. In anattempt to standardize the rapidly expanding CW community, this study summarizes the present state ofthe art of CW technology assessment and offers definitions performance metric terminology.
Factors Causing Obstacles and their Effect on Infra Projects (A Case Study)
Authors: Mr. Kharatmol Dinesh Narayan Mr. Kharatmol Dinesh Narayan , Dr. U. J. Phatak Dr. U. J. Phatak
Published: September 2024

The budget of Infrastructure projects in India are worth around Rs.100 lakh crore according tothe budget 2019. Also a huge number of these projects are getting delayed invariably. According to theMOSPI reports, of the 1634 infrastructure projects in the country, 373 projects reported cost overruns,while 552 projects saw time escalation.(Express News Service Published 09th December 2019) This isindicative of the fact that the causes of delays and their implications on the cost and time overrunswarrant the need of studying. This study covers the various causes of delays in detail, as well as delayswhich are caused at various stages of the project. For this study only the transportation infrastructureprojects are considered.The various issues plaguing these projects are studied. The study also includes an in depth literaturereview of the subject and the various works carried out on the subject. As a part of data collection, thestudy includes the random sample of road, railway, civilian airports and sea ports. The delays and thetime and cost overruns that they have caused have been studied. Also, the locations of the projects needto be considered for drawing certain conclusions. The study basically carries a qualitative andquantitative assessment of the causes of the delays. It establishes a link to the analysis of the delays inorder to quantify the severity of each type of delay with respect to the time overruns.
Effects of Plyometric and Circuit Trainings on selected Performance Variables among School Kho-Kho players
Authors: Dr. G. P. Raju Dr. G. P. Raju
Published: September 2024

The aim of this study was to find out the effects of plyometric training and circuit training onselected performance variables of school kho kho players. For this purpose randomly selected 75 schoollevel kho kho players from Andhra Pradesh was selected and the performance variables selected weresingle chain run and double chain run. The study was formulated as a true random group designconsisting of a pre-test and post test. The subjects (N=75) were randomly assigned to three equal groupsof twenty five school boys. The groups were designed as experimental group I – plyometric traininggroup, experimental group II Circuit training group and control group respectively. Pre test wasconducted for all the 75 subjects on selected performance variables. The experimental groups(plyometric and circuit training) participated in respective training for a period of six weeks. The controlgroup did not participated in any of the training programme. The post test was conducted on the abovesaid dependent variables after a period of six weeks for all the three groups. The obtained data weresubjected to statistical analysis using ANCOVA. When significant F values obtained the results werefurther subjected to post hoc analysis using Scheffee’s confidence interval test. RESULTS adjusted posttest means were determined and analysis of covariance was done and the obtained F value 66.95 onsingle chain run and 101.10 on double chain run were greater than the required value of 3.13 and hence itwas accepted that the plyometric training and circuit training, significantly improved the performancevariables of kho kho playersd. The post hoc analysis on single chain run and double chain run on theobtained ordered adjusted means proved that there was significant differences existed between controlgroup and plyometric training group and control group and circuit training group. This proved that dueto six weeks plyometric training single chain run of the School Kho Kho players improvedsignificantly.While comparing between the two experimental groups, it was found that plyometric traininggroup was significantly better than circuit training group in improving single chain run and double chainrun of school kho kho players. CONCLUSIN Based on the results of this study, it was found plyometrictraining was better than circuit training in improving performance variables of school kho kho players.
फ्लाई ऐश ईंट निर्माण की समीक्षा
Authors: Miss Madhulika Tiwari  , Dr. Satish Kumar Garg
Published: September 2024

फ्लाई ऐश ईंटें निर्माण क्षेत्र में मिट्टी की पकी ईंटों के विकल्प हैं। फ्लाई ऐश की ईंटें फ्लाई ऐश, चूना, जिप्सम, बालू और पानी से बनाई जाती हैं। इनका व्यापक रूप से सभी भवन निर्माण संबंधी गतिविधियों में उपयोग किया जा सकता है, जैसा कि सामान्य जली हुई मिट्टी की ईंटों के समान होता है। फ्लाई ऐश ईंटें सामान्य मिट्टी की ईंटों की तुलना में वजन में हल्की और मजबूत होती हैं। फ्लाई ऐश ब्रिक्स अपने टिकाऊपन, कंप्रेसिव स्ट्रेंथ और विश्वसनीयता, कम लागत और आसान उपलब्धता के कारण एक प्रमुख भूमिका निभाती हैं। नतीजतन, फ्लाई ऐश ईंटें गंभीर अपक्षय क्रियाओं का सामना कर सकती हैं और लगभग सभी सामान्य रासायनिक हमलों के लिए निष्क्रिय हैं। इस पत्र में फ्लाई ऐश ईंट निर्माण की समीक्षा करें।
Implementation of Site Quality Management System for a Building Construction Project
Authors: Mr. Meher Pankaj Prabhakar Mr. Meher Pankaj Prabhakar , Dr. U. J. Phatak Dr. U. J. Phatak
Published: September 2024

Construction industry plays an important role in the development of any country. Thedevelopment of construction industry depends on the quality of construction projects. Quality is one ofthe critical factors in the success of construction projects. Improvement in the quality of constructionprojects is linked with quality management in the project life cycle. Although quality management atevery stage of project life cycle is important but the quality management at the execution (construction)stage contributes significantly on final quality outcome of construction projects. This project mainlyfocuses the importance and factors that affects the quality management in the execution (construction)phase. The project also includes visiting of some construction companies and conducts thequestionnaire survey, then analyse the difficulties (major factors) and the cost variance due to qualitydefect in quality management and suggests some proactive measures for the improvement of quality inthe execution phase of construction projects.
A Review of Cultural Tourism
Authors: Richa  , Prof. B. P. Naithani
Published: September 2024

A fascinating web of history, art, and community, cultural tourism is a powerful trend that is changing the way people travel all around the globe. Through the prism of cultural discovery, this study delves into the life-altering potential of travel to forge a profound connection with the many cultures and histories that make up our planet. Immersive interactions abound in culturally rich destinations, from the lively alleys of old towns to the tranquil landscapes resonating with stories of the past. Cultural tourism invites visitors to become more than simply onlookers; they are invited to become active players in the stories of our collective history.
ONLINE TO OFFLINE: ROLE OF INSTAGRAM MARKETING ON INTENTION TO VISIT ART GALLERIES
Authors: Chhabra Neha Kaur
Published: September 2024

The advancement of information and communication technologies is widely acknowledged as a crucial contributor to cultural influence. Social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook offer innovative ways to share digitized images and videos effortlessly, at no cost, and in real time. The emergence of social media marks a significant milestone in the digital marketing era. This study examines the comparative effectiveness of Instagram ads over traditional newspaper ads. The effectiveness of these marketing strategies was assessed through a survey measuring respondents' perceptions and intentions to visit an art gallery. The results, analysed using an independent samples t-test, revealed a statistically significant difference in perception scores between the two groups. Respondents exposed to the Instagram ad reported significantly higher positive intentions compared to those who viewed the newspaper ad. This finding highlights the superior impact of digital marketing, particularly on visually driven platforms like Instagram, which aligns well with the aesthetic nature of art galleries. The study underscores the importance of embracing digital marketing strategies in the art sector, suggesting that Instagram ads can more effectively engage audiences and enhance gallery visibility compared to traditional methods. However, it also recommends a balanced marketing approach that integrates both digital and traditional channels to reach a broader and more diverse audience. The research provides valuable insights for art galleries aiming to adapt to the evolving digital landscape.
MINDFULNESS OF PREGNANT WOMEN IN RELATION TO INVOLVEMENT IN TAPOVAN CENTRE OF CHILDREN’S RESEARCH UNIVERSITY
Authors: Prajapati A. N. , Gajjar Dharti N
Published: September 2024

Pregnancy and childbirth are one of the most exciting and stressful experiences of a woman's life. Pregnancy brings about physical, mental, and emotional changes, and, due to this, many changes are seen in women. During the nine months of pregnancy, women go through many physical, mental, and emotional ups and downs. Therefore, it is not necessary, but very necessary, to maintain the mindfulness of pregnant women in this state. Therefore, the purpose of the present research was to study the effect of family type and pregnancy sequence on the mindfulness of pregnant women in Tapovan Centre. In which 240 pregnant women were selected through a comprehensive demonstration method. The Mindful Attention Awareness Scale developed by Brown and Ryan (2003) was used for data collection. The Gujarati standardisation was done by Dr. A. N. Prajapati and Dharti N. Gajjar. The 'f-test' has been used to statistically analyse the data. At the end of the present study, it was found that the pregnant women who participate in the Tapovan Centre have an increase in mindfulness compared to the non-participant pregnant women.
ROLE OF MUSIC ON PSYCHOLOGY OF SHOPPERS IN RETAIL ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: Anute Nilesh
Published: September 2024

This research explores the impact of background music on consumer perceptions and buying behavior in retail settings, aiming to uncover its strategic implications for store management. A quantitative approach was adopted, surveying 288 retail shoppers to gauge their perceptions and behaviors in response to background music. Findings indicate a strong positive correlation between the presence of music and enhanced shopping experiences, enjoyment, and alignment with brand image. Respondents reported that music influenced their decision to stay longer, make unplanned purchases, and perceive product quality more favorably. These findings highlight music's role beyond ambiance, serving as a potent tool for influencing consumer emotions and behaviors in retail environments. The study concludes with implications for retail practitioners, emphasizing the importance of strategic music selection to create favorable shopping atmospheres and foster customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Medeni Durum ve Dindarlık: Meta-Analitik Bir Çalışma
Authors: Gencer Nevzat , Orhan Enes
Published: September 2024

Son yıllarda ülkemizde Din Psikolojisi alanında veriye dayalı dindarlık araştırmaları artış göstermektedir. Dindarlığın pek çok bağımlı ve bağımsız değişkenle birlikte araştırıldığı görülmektedir. Dindarlığı konu edinen çalışmalardaki artış, bu konuda meta analitik çalışmaların yapılması gerekliliğini göstermektedir. Ancak yerli alanyazında özellikle cinsiyet değişkenini ele alan birkaç meta-analitik çalışma dışında diğer değişkenlerle dindarlık ilişkisini inceleyen meta-analiz çalışması bulunmamaktadır. Bu çalışmada dindarlık üzerinde medeni durum değişkeninin etkisini anlamak için meta-analiz araştırması yapılmıştır. Medeni durum-dindarlık ilişkisini ele alan ilk meta-analiz araştırması olması, çalışmanın önemini artırmaktadır. Bu meta-analiz araştırması için öncelikle anahtar kelimeler ve dâhil edilme kriterleri belirlendi ve Ulusal Tez Merkezi veri tabanında bu kriterlere göre arama yapıldı. 11 doktora, 59 yüksek lisans ve 1 tıpta uzmanlık tezi olmak üzere toplamda 71 tezin dâhil edilme kriterlerine uyduğu ve meta-analiz için uygun veriler içerdiği görüldü. Bu tezlerden 4’ünün iki farklı veri içerdiği için her bir veri seti ayrı bir çalışma olarak araştırmaya dâhil edildi. Böylece meta-analize dâhil edilen çalışma sayısı 75’e yükseldi. Araştırma örneklemi 19346’sı evli (% 55,8), 15307’si bekâr (% 44,2) olmak üzere toplam 34653 kişiden oluşmaktadır. Çalışmada genel dindarlık puanları esas alınmış olup, etki büyüklüğü (Hedges’s g), yayın yanlılığı ve heterojenlik testi CMA v.4 analiz programı aracılığıyla hesaplanmıştır. Araştırma bulgularına göre meta-analiz, genel dindarlık boyutunda heterojen bir dağılımla anlamlı istatistiksel değerler ortaya çıkarmıştır (p
O LAZER DE ADOLESCENTES EM MEIO A COVID-19 EM SANTARÉM NA AMAZÔNIA
Authors: Galvão Nalanda Coelho , Carvalho Fernando Nascimento , Santana Nicolas Máximo Andrade , Galvão Edna Ferreira Coelho
Published: September 2024

O LAZER DE ADOLESCENTES EM MEIO A COVID-19 EM SANTARÉM NA AMAZÔNIA
1Nalanda Coelho Galvão; 2Fernando Nascimento Carvalho; 2Nícolas Máximo Andrade Santana; 3Edna Ferreira Coelho Galvão

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EDITORIAL
Authors: Borges Dr. Jorge Amaro de Souza
Published: September 2024

A abordagem sobre os estudos relacionados à deficiência tem suscitado diferentes significados e perspectivas na sociedade, sobretudo, por causa de conceitos como protagonismo, capacitismo e acessibilidade. Ao buscar uma compreensão para esse fenômeno no campo dos diferentes saberes científicos, podemos perceber que há um conjunto de disputas ontológicas, mas
da mesma forma, é compreensível observar que os processos são permanentemente pedagógicos e se relacionam com as vivências dos sujeitos. Esta edição, portanto, está dentro deste contexto sócio-histórico, por um conjunto de artigos e, majoritariamente, relatos de experiência, os
quais buscam contemplar essas diferentes dimensões, relacionando teoria, prática e vivências.
RECICLANDO PARA UM MUNDO MELHOR: UM RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA DA TURMA DO PROGRAMA DE ATIVIDADES LABORAIS DA APAE DE TURVO - SC
Authors: Kleinschmidt Crista , Bardini Márcia Dal Toé Nazário , Moro Maiqueli Machado
Published: September 2024

O tema meio ambiente vem tornando-se muito relevante no âmbito educacional, atravessando-se para além dos conceitos propriamente dito e ganhando novos espaços na nossa
realidade. A educação especial, percebendo a importância desse tema, traz para a sua prática
essa questão. O lixo é um problema que atinge a todos os seres vivos que habitam o esse planeta. Consideramos significativo apresentar nesse relato de experiência uma amostra do projeto
de Reciclagem desenvolvido na Associação de Pais e Amigos dos Excepcionais (APAE), no
município de Turvo - SC. Este projeto teve como o objetivo geral desenvolver a consciência
de preservação do meio ambiente no aluno, além de proporcionar a formação de um ser capaz,
autônomo e colaborativo. O projeto Reciclagem teve início no ano de 2017 e segue como tema
transversal ao longo dos anos, contribuindo com a construção da autonomia e autogestão dos
nossos alunos. Foi percebida a amplitude para além dos bancos escolares, adentrando nas casas
dos alunos e na comunidade. É esperado que o projeto se mantenha por mais alguns anos, mas
precisamos fortalecer os apoios necessários, desde a equipe gestora escolar até demais membros da sociedade, para que, assim, consolide-se.
PROMOVENDO A AUTONOMIA E A INDEPENDÊNCIA PELAS ATIVIDADES EXTRACURRICULARES: CULTURA POPULAR BRASILEIRA E DA
Authors: Borges Dr. Jorge Amaro de Souza , França Célia de Fátima , Moraes Luana Chagas de , Valter Rutineia Rodrigues
Published: September 2024

Em síntese, este relato de experiência teve como objetivo descrever sobre a promoção
da autonomia e da independência, analisadas a partir de atividades extracurriculares, trabalhadas com enfoque na cultura popular brasileira e na dança. Com base nisso, aspectos do folclore
serão estudados, uma vez que concernem ao conjunto de tradições e manifestações populares,
constituído de lendas, mitos, provérbios, danças e costumes, passando de geração a geração.
Dito de outro modo, o folclore significa a sabedoria de um povo, o que, por sua vez, confere
maior importância para a identidade social. Nessa perspectiva, foram escolhidos, para este estudo, estilos de dança que evidenciam a relevância dessas questões culturais, que serão, resumidamente, apresentados, a seguir. O carimbó foi escolhido, por ser uma dança de roda, de origem
indígena e tem esse nome por causa do batuque do tambor artesanal, usado nas apresentações
artísticas e religiosas. Já o frevo foi eleito por ser uma dança típica do carnaval de rua brasileiro,
tem a sua origem no nordeste do país e a sua principal característica é ser uma dança acelerada, envolvente e carismática. Por fim, escolhemos a dança do Bumba meu Boi, por ser trazida
pelos portugueses para o Brasil, sendo inserida na cultura folclórica do país, a qual dá maior
ênfase à figura animal, o que, na época, era a principal economia local. Foi trabalhado, de forma
interdisciplinar, em sala de aula, o tema, sendo realizados vários ensaios para a apresentação
na noite cultural. O público-alvo deste relato foram os educandos que frequentam as turmas de
vivências laborais e serviço de convivência acima de 16 anos de idade. O embasamento teórico
ocorreu a partir de pesquisas bibliográficas de autores que já escreveram sobre o assunto mais
profundamente.
O CURRÍCULO E AS PRÁTICAS PEDAGÓGICAS NAS ESCOLAS DE EDUCAÇÃO BÁSICA NA MODALIDADE DE EDUCAÇÃO ESPECIAL: REFLEXÕES PERTINENTES
Authors: Fabri Lucineia Teresinha Colecha
Published: September 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo propor reflexões voltadas às questões curriculares destinadas às escolas de educação básica na modalidade de Educação Especial. Faz-se referência ao
currículo e à sua aplicabilidade nas escolas especializadas, diante das necessidades educativas
dos alunos que estudam nessas instituições. Ademais, reflete-se acerca das práticas e ações
pedagógicas propostas pelos docentes em meio às especificidades existentes num universo heterogêneo, abrigado pelas escolas especializadas. Discute-se ainda, sobre a atuação frente a
diversidade dos estudantes, efetivando a abordagem e o direcionamento de um currículo escolar formal, que não segregue as aprendizagens, nem tampouco anule os estudantes de uma
ação efetiva de desenvolvimento e escolarização. Os temas sobre as questões curriculares e as
práticas pedagógicas nas escolas especializadas foram investigados pela pesquisa bibliográfica.
Para melhor compreensão desses temas, pesquisou-se o documento que orienta as escolas especializadas, intitulado “Documento Norteador - Educação e ação pedagógica”, elaborado em
2017, que delineia as ações e a organização das escolas especializadas. Esse documento é de
grande importância, porque mostra de que forma deve ser elaborado o currículo para as escolas
especiais, haja vista que, nesse contexto, deve ser flexível e dinâmico, com dimensões de multi-representações. É nessa atmosfera que a escola direciona as necessidades educacionais das
suas demandas e as suas especificidades, definindo a proposta de inclusão ou exclusão escolar.
Portanto, há muitos desafios que permeiam a efetivação do currículo aberto e flexível na práxis
pedagógica, com os alunos com deficiências. É preciso aprofundar os conhecimentos acerca da
aplicabilidade e da importância do currículo para uma educação efetivamente inclusiva, que
valoriza os alunos, em todos os aspectos, sejam sociais, cognitivos ou afetivos.
REMEMBERING OR FORGETTING? The role of memory in social reconciliation processes in the contemporaneity
Authors: Ferreira Renata Barbosa
Published: September 2024

This article analyses the role of memory in social reconciliation processes developed by the international community in intra-State post-conflict scenarios since the end of the 1990 ´s. Different mechanisms of social reconciliation have been put into practice without any previous discussion about which memories are being preserved, how this has been done, or why. The author claims that naturalised assumptions of memory, promoted by intervening agents, are elaborated according to an ethic discourse of memory that limits the chances of success in promoting social reconciliation among those who survived the conflicts. This is why it disregards perspectives, values, and culture of survivors and their impact on how these individuals perceive memory, its modes of preservation, and the role of forgetting.
WOMEN'S PERSPECTIVES DEVELOPMENT IN AFGHANISTAN AND NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES WITH A BRIEF REVIEW OF SOUTH ASIAN AND ISLAMIC COUNTRIES
Authors: RasulI Juma
Published: September 2024

Este artigo investiga as perspectivas de desenvolvimento das mulheres no Afeganistão em comparação com os países vizinhos, e apresenta breves revisões da literatura sobre a situação das mulheres em países islâmicos e do Sul da Ásia. Análises comparativas entre vizinhos do Afeganistão (como Irão, Paquistão, China, Tajiquistão, Turquemenistão e Uzbequistão) e países do Sul da Ásia (Paquistão, Índia, Bangladesh, Maldivas, Sri Lanka, Nepal e Butão) mostram enormes disparidades de gênero. O desenvolvimento relacionado ao gênero se baseia em alguns indicadores do Índice de Desenvolvimento Humano (IDH) e do Índice de Desigualdade de Gênero (GII). A primeira dimensão analisada foi a saúde e a segunda foi o empoderamento feminino. Conclui-se, segundo indicadores do GII, que a taxa de mortalidade materna e a taxa de natalidade adolescente são mais elevadas no Afeganistão e apenas 19 por cento das mulheres estavam envolvidas no setor agrícola nos países do Sul da Ásia.
Participação Política e Voto no Exterior: Insights da Eleição para Presidente do Brasil de 2022
Authors: Marques Teresa Cristina Schneider , Simões Bárbara , Oliveira Augusto Neftali Corte de
Published: September 2024

O voto extraterritorial, um fenômeno em ascensão em escala global, oferece ao cidadão-eleitor migrante uma oportunidade de participação política transnacional. O artigo discute aspectos teóricos que o transnacionalismo admitido pelo voto extraterritorial implica em face do princípio territorial da participação política, bem como o desenvolvimento do instituto nas eleições do Brasil. Em uma investigação empírica, é analisado se o comportamento político do cidadão-eleitor migrante brasileiro na eleição Presidencial de 2022 foi influenciado pela experiência de vida na comunidade de residência. Os resultados sugerem uma conexão entre o regime político do país de residência e o comportamento eleitoral: países europeus, com níveis mais altos de "igualitarismo" (democracia substantiva), tenderam a favorecer o candidato Lula da Silva. O resultado reforça a expectativa teórica do transnacionalismo, segundo a qual a migração não realiza, necessariamente, uma ruptura entre as experiências políticas nacionais. A experiência de participação política transnacional do cidadão-eleitor migrante entrecruza, por meio do voto extraterritorial, práticas e valores do Brasil e da comunidade de residência.
APLICAÇÃO DE UMA INFRAESTRUTURA WIMAX PARA OS CENTROS DE INCLUSÃO DIGITAL DE FORTALEZA (CIDF)
Authors: gonçalves carlos aurelio oliveira
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho apresenta especificação de uma proposta para utilizar a
tecnologia wimax para o projeto dos Centros Inclusão Digital de Fortaleza
(CIDFs), por ser esta tecnologia de custo menor e de fácil instalação. Sendo o
CIDFs uma abrangência educacional e social de alto teor para comunidade já
que os CIDFs serão instalados próximos As escolas municipais de Fortaleza. O
projeto CIDFs tem por objetivo
Instalar salas equipadas com computadores de última geração com acesso à
internet de banda larga para próximo as escolas municipais de Fortaleza com
tecnologia wimax, que dará suporte a estes centros com videoconferência,
internet, voip, câmara IP entre outros serviços. Cada centro, com espaços
fisícos adequados para abrigar uma biblioteca com multimídia, um laboratório
de informática e uma sala polivalente, que irá permitir o desenvolvimento de
atividades socioculturais e a obtenção de informação na comunidade. Estes
Centros funcionaram como infra-estrutura para cursos noturnos as
comunidades na área de tecnologia da informação, trazendo benefício social e
de qualificação das pessoas que carentes que moram no entorno dos CIDFs.
Energy-saving practices among postgraduate students: A case study at the Pan African University
Authors: Bishoge Obadia Kyetuza , Mvile Benatus Norbert
Published: September 2024

Currently, energy efficiency with energy conservation are key topics that are in discussion among various scholars and communities. Energy efficiency is influenced by energy savings. In the modern era of development, energy saving is believed to be tackled through two main approaches: (1) change in behavior and (2) development of new technologies. Thus, this study aims to assess postgraduate students’ practices and behavior on energy-saving living in the Olatunde Runsewe and Adebayo Akande Halls at the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute in Nigeria. To achieve this aim, a questionnaire survey was administered to collect data from the students, and Pearson correlation was used to explore the relationship between sociodemographic information and students’ energy-saving practices. The findings were interpreted and presented in terms of themes, figures, and tables. The findings showed positive and negative significant effects among the sociodemographic data and students’ energy-saving practices. Most of the respondents are aware of the costs paid for electricity, while less than half of them believe that the costs paid for accommodation are reasonable compared to the services provided in the rooms. Moreover, most respondents switched off electrical appliances when they were not in use. It is recommended that further empirical studies should be conducted to assess the interactions between sociodemographic factors, students’ energy-saving practices and governmental policies and regulations relating to energy.
Investigating sustainability education in the science capital teaching approach: Competence development and pillar considerations
Authors: Fischer Andreas , Havu-Nuutinen Sari , Kontkanen Sini , Suortti Ella
Published: September 2024

This research explores the role of the 12 sustainability competences outlined in the European GreenComp and three sustainability pillars within the practice of the science capital teaching approach. This study considers the dimensions constituting an individual’s science capital which shape the approach’s pedagogical foundation. We conducted a document study of the science capital teaching approach, comprising six modules, by analyzing 208 documents for the presence of the GreenComp sustainability competences and three sustainability pillars: environment, society, and economy. The data revealed a distribution pattern describing the teaching approach’s efficacy, indicating eight competence trends differentiated into three extracted levels and four trends related to the pillars. A subsequent thematic analysis of five semi-structured interviews helped to identify decisive categories defining the derived trends. Overall, the results showed a consistent presence of sustainability competences, with some deviations, and the integration of all pillars, despite an irregular distribution unfavorably affecting the economic perspective.
Reoccurring epistaxis-overlooked tumor?
Authors: Dejhalla Ema , Ahel Ledić Ema , Zavidić Tina
Published: September 2024

Epistaxis is bleeding from the nasal cavity and/or nasopharynx. It is classified as anterior, which accounts for 90% of bleeding, and posterior, in the rest 10% with a more severe clinical picture. Apart from environmental factors and anticoagulant medications, epistaxis can be caused by nasal and paranasal tumors. In case of reoccurring epistaxis, nasal congestion, swelling and numbness of the face, ulceration on the skin, growths in the nose or unilateral headaches should be suspected of tumor formations. In this paper, a case of a 70-year-old male patient is presented, who came to the otorhinolaryngology clinic because of reoccurring nosebleeds and a month long feeling of nasal congestion. After the initial treatment of the epistaxis, further processing revealed an expansive soft tissue formation in the right middle and lower nasal passages. The patient is referred for surgery, and invasive squamous cell carcinoma is diagnosed based on the pathohistological findings.
Garlic (Allium sativum): An in-depth review focusing on its potent antiparasitic activity
Authors: Zuhair Dardona  , Mounia Amane  , Samia Boussaa
Published: September 2024

Garlic (Allium sativum) is widely recognized not just for its culinary properties but also for its impressive broad spectrum of health benefits. This review delves into both the culinary and therapeutic usages of garlic, with a particular focus on its remarkable antiparasitic characteristics. In addition, the current review study highlights garlic’s effectiveness against various parasitic infections, due to its rich content of bioactive compounds such as allicin, ajoene, diallyl sulfides and many others. These compounds have shown substantial antiparasitic activity in both in vitro and in vivo studies. Moreover, the review summarizes findings from numerous studies that demonstrated garlic’s effectiveness in treating a range of parasitic diseases, including malaria, giardiasis, leishmaniasis, schistosomiasis, and others. Besides, it discusses the mechanisms through which garlic’s bioactive compounds exert their antiparasitic effects, such as interfering with parasite metabolism, blocking enzyme functions, and boosting the host’s immune response. Additionally, the review considers garlic’s potential as a supplementary or alternative treatment for conventional antiparasitic medications, particularly in regions where drug resistance is a concern or access to standard therapies is restricted. In summary, garlic emerges as a highly promising natural remedy with notable antiparasitic properties. To fully harness its potential, ongoing research and clinical trials are crucial. These efforts will help refine its therapeutic applications and establish effective treatment protocols for combating parasitic infections.
Effect the different levels of zinc element in efficiency of Rhizobium leguminosarum bv. Viciae atmosphere nitrogen fixing isolated from Vicia faba and some plant characteristics inoculums with its laboratory and formerly
Authors: Anmar Saadi Aboud  , Zena Hassan Jazar  , Ruaa Fadhil Mansoor  , Mohammed A AL-Jaleel Khaleel
Published: September 2024

Environmental pollutants like heavy metals at low concentrations are required for various metabolic activities of microbes including Rhizobia and legume crops on one hand, the excessive metal concentrations on the other hand cause undeniable damage to Rhizobia, legumes and their symbiosis. This study deals with the effect of different levels of zinc element in the efficiency and growth of Rhizobium leguminosarum bv viciae that infect Vicia faba laborator. Symbiotic characteristics of these bacteria and some characteristic of Vicia faba plants were studied by treating them with zinc element under normal conditions. Four isolates of R. leguminosarum bv viciae have been isolated and identified from root nodules of Vicia faba plants. These plants were gathered from different agricultural locations in Baghdad and Diyla provinces. Symbols have been given for each isolate (AN-1,AN-2 AN-3 and AN-4).The viable bacterial count have been measured (Cfu) in the laboratory under the effect of three concentrations of zinc element(0.1, 0.2, 0.3 g/L) through incubation for 48, 72 hours from the beginning of bacterial growth. The results showed significant decrease (P≤0.05) in viable bacterial count for all zinc concentrations that are used compared with control groups. Increasing zinc concentrations leads to decrease. Also, there were differences between isolates since AN-3, AN-4 isolates were the more sensitive for zinc element than other isolates. Vicia faba plants were infected with (AN-1, AN-2, AN-3 and AN-4) isolates. These plants were cultured in soil treated with (0.13, 0.2, 0.52 g /3Kg) concentrations of zinc under normal conditions. Some characteristic of Vicia faba plants were studied; such as the measurement of the length of shoot and root net, measurement of the dry and wet weight of the plants, number of root nodules, percentage of nitrogen and the content of protein in plants. Also the results showed a significant decrease of (P≤0.05) for most plan characteristics that are under study, and an apparent decrease in the nodulation process of the plants in comparision with the control groups. The most negatively affected isolates were (AN-3, AN-4) and then (AN-1, AN-2).
Self-esteem and body image in the context of aesthetic interventions: Insights from Kosovo
Authors: Vesa Enver Hoxhaj  , Arlind Muhamet Mala
Published: September 2024

The global increase in cosmetic procedures, including a notable rise in Kosovo, underscores the growing societal emphasis on physical appearance. This study investigates the relationship between self-esteem and body image concerns among individuals with and without prior experience with cosmetic procedures in Kosovo. Using a cross-sectional quantitative design, 171 participants were surveyed, with 39.8% reporting previous cosmetic interventions. The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) and the Cosmetic Procedures Screening Questionnaire (COPS) were employed to assess psychological outcomes. Results revealed no significant difference in self-esteem between those with and without cosmetic procedure experience. However, a significant negative correlation was found between body image concerns and self-esteem, particularly stronger among those who had undergone cosmetic procedures (r = -.389, p = .001). This suggests that cosmetic procedures may not alleviate underlying self-esteem issues and could potentially exacerbate body image concerns. The study highlights the need for psychological support before and after cosmetic interventions, especially in low- and middle-income contexts like Kosovo. These findings contribute to understanding the complex psychological effects of cosmetic procedures and suggest that motivations for such interventions should be carefully evaluated to ensure positive psychological outcomes.
Cultural salt park and salt museum in barcelona: Its contribution to tourism and local development
Authors: Maria Manola
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the contribution of the Cultural Salt Park and Salt Museum to the tourism and local development of Barcelona. Through an analytical approach, the historical and cultural significance of salt will be presented, along with the functions and features of the park and museum, and their impact on the local economy and society. Furthermore, the challenges and prospects faced by this cultural institution will be discussed, as well as the strategies that can be followed for its further development. The purpose of the study is to highlight the importance of preserving cultural heritage through the creation and support of such initiatives, which enhance local identity and pride, and significantly contribute to the economic and tourism growth of the areas, as forms of cultural entrepreneurship that contribute to sustainable development and social cohesion.
Uneven contributions to life expectancy gains in Ethiopia: The dominant role of “Other Effect” and the limiting impact of old age groups
Authors: Hailay Mebrahtom Gebreegziabiher  , Kinfe Abraha Gebre-Egziabher
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the contributions of different age groups to changes in life expectancy at birth in Ethiopia and its regional states over a period of thirty years. Using the Arriaga decomposition method, we separated the contributions of direct and other effects analyzing the role of old age groups. Our analysis revealed that while overall life expectancy has increased, old age groups contributed minimally, and in many cases even negatively to the overall increase in life expectancy and to the other effect component as well. Conversely, other effect, primarily reflecting changes in mortality patterns across all ages, emerge as the dominant driver of life expectancy gains. This suggests that improvements in life expectancy in Ethiopia in the period 1990 – 2019 were primarily driven by factors affecting younger age groups and not significant gains in longevity at older ages. Our findings highlight the need for targeted interventions addressing mortality across all age groups and aimed at improving health outcomes for older adults. Regionally, no significant contribution differences were observed but Addis Ababa exhibited a negative other effect contribution in the old ages.
Atypical Kawasaki Disease in a 6-year-old Albanian child, Case report
Authors: Albana Shahini  , Ragip Retkoceri  , Gentian Zervoi  , Altin Malaj
Published: September 2024

Background: Kawasaki Disease is a vasculitis of medium size arteries of children less than 5 years. If untreated it results in dilatations of coronary arteries and may lead to aneurisms, heart failure, myocardial infarction and death. Case summary: A 6-year-old child had prolonged fever of 7 days, mucosal involvement of throat and mouth and edema of limbs. After evaluation, the diagnosis of KD was made, and the child was treated with aspirin and corticosteroids. Discussion: An atypical case of KD was made with only fever and two out of five criteria met. Follow-up revealed no complications.
Revolutionizing U.S. data centers and telecommunications infrastructure with advanced fiber optic technologies
Authors: Evans Twineamatsiko  , Jimmy Kinyonyi Bagonza  , Iga Daniel Ssetimba  , Brian Akashaba  , Zimbe Ivan  , Harriet Nakayenga
Published: September 2024

In today's fast-paced digital age, data centers play a crucial role in supporting essential internet operations such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML). As these technologies become more complex and widespread, the need for faster, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable digital infrastructures grows. It's increasingly important to incorporate advanced optical network technologies early in data center projects. Data center interconnects turned to optical technologies almost a decade ago, and the recent acceleration in data center requirements is expected to further drive fiber optic technologies deeper into the systems architecture. This paper analyses the role of advanced fiber optic technologies in the revolutionary journey of U.S. Data Centers and Technologies. It critically studies the existing data center infrastructure to unearth the challenges and opportunities and proposes the use of advanced fiber optic technologies in data centers to increase efficiency, security and sustainability which is a critical issue for investors. The proposition is in line with the US national interest by expanding and securing the data infrastructure thereby bolstering economic growth through the creation of skilled job opportunities fostering a robust labor market in telecommunications and maintaining the US as a leader in technological advancements.
GARRISON REGIMENTS OF THE SIBERIAN DIVISION AT THE TURN OF THE 18TH–19TH CENTURIES
Authors:   Novosibirsk State University, Dmitriev Andrei V.
Published: September 2024

The paper is devoted to the question of the place and role of the Russian army’s garrison troops in the process of carrying out military reforms of Emperor Paul I. Based on the materials of the Siberian Division’s garrison units, in particular, data on the personnel of their officer corps, the main components of Paul’s army reforms aimed at turning garrison troops into full-fledged combat forces have been identified. The sharp rejuvenation of officer personnel and the replenishment of the Siberian garrison regiments by persons transferred here from European Russia were supposed to unify the position of the Siberian Division units with other units of the Russian army at the turn of the 18th–19th centuries. Hereditary military men dominated among the garrison officers, and many of them received promotion to chief officer ranks just during the reign of Paul I, despite the formal prohibition of such promotion for persons of non-noble origin. Russian nobles were represented almost exclusively by young recruits, while there were practically no officers of ethnically non-Russian origin in these units. It is concluded that the supreme power did not take into account the specifics of the position of the garrison troops in Siberia during the 18th century, and the transformations of Paul I have not actually brought any significant results, since they were canceled by his successor Alexander I immediately after the latter came to power.
THE EARLY NEOLITHIC OF THE LOWER ISHIM REGION IN THE CONTEXT OF THE NEOLITIZATION OF THE MOUNTAIN FOREST AND FOREST-STEPPE ZONES OF THE TRANS-URALS AND WESTERN SIBERIA
Authors:   Tyumen Scientific Center, Siberian Branch of the RAS, Enshin Dmitry N. , Skochina Svetlana N. ,   Tyumen Scientific Center, Siberian Branch of the RAS, Ilyushina Viktoria V. ,   Tyumen Scientific Centre, Siberian Branch of the RAS
Published: September 2024

A new wave of discussions about the process of Neolithization in the forest-steppe zone of the Trans-Urals and Western Siberia arose as the tradition of making flat-bottomed dishes became more ancient and also because of the fixation of markers of coexistence from the Early Neolithic period of groups that previously occupied different cultural and chronological positions. The Early Neolithic complexes of the Mergen archaeological microdistrict, located in the Lower Ishim region, occupy one of the key places in the study and understanding of this process. In the course of analyzing the initial data on house-building, pottery, stone and bone industry of the Mergen Early Neolithic population, its role in the formation of the era was determined. It is proposed to distinguish the early “Mergen” and late “Tobolsk”/“classical” stages of the existence of the Boborykino cultural tradition of the Trans-Urals, which generally reflects the development of the pottery tradition of making flat-bottomed vessels of potted and jar forms with the period of existence of the 7th–5th millennium BC, where the length of each stage, taking account of the current degree of research, is estimated at approximately 1–1,5 thousand years. All this leads to the need of studying the causes and mechanisms of their long existence, the dynamics of traditions, internal structure and chronology, as well as the assessment of methodological approaches in their study.
AVRUPA BİRLİĞİ ÜLKELERİNE YÖNELİK GÖÇTE İTİCİ VE ÇEKİCİ FAKTÖRLER ÜZERİNE KAVRAMSAL BİR MODEL ÖNERİSİ
Authors: Çetiner Özge , Oğuz Suzan
Published: September 2024

Beşeri sermaye bireylerin eğitiminin, deneyiminin, bilgilerinin ve becerilerinin göstergesi olarak kabul görmektedir. Güçlü beşeri sermayeye sahip olmak, göçmenlerin yeni ikamet ettikleri ülkeye uyum sağlamasını kolaylaştıran faktörlerden biridir. Diğer taraftan insani gelişme düzeyi daha iyi yaşam koşulları, insan hakları ve istihdam olanakları gibi unsurlarla göçmenleri bu bölgelere çekmektedir. Dolayısıyla güçlü insan sermayesine ve insani gelişme unsurlarına sahip olan ülkeler, gelişmiş işgücü piyasaları, yaşam kalitesi, eğitim fırsatları ve ekonomik kalkınma gibi özellikler nedeniyle göç etmek isteyen insanlar için cazip olmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı Avrupa Birliği (AB) ülkelerinde beşeri sermayenin göç üzerindeki etkisini insani gelişme ve kişi başına düşen Gayri Safi Yurt İçi Hâsıla (GSYİH) aracılık rolleri ile incelemektir. Bu kapsamda bir model önerisi sunularak AB ülkelerinin 2000-2020 yıllarına ait verileriyle YEM ile yol analizi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Analiz bulguları beşeri sermayenin göç üzerinde anlamlı ve pozitif bir etkisi olduğunu göstermektedir. Diğer taraftan insani gelişme ve kişi başı GSYİH’nın beşeri sermaye ve göç arasındaki ilişkide aracılık ettiği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Implementation of Multi-Attribute Utility Theory (MAUT) Method in Gaming Laptop Selection
Authors: S Wahyu Ardiantito , Ramadhani Suci , Jesika Stacyana
Published: September 2024

Background: This time, laptops are an essential piece of technology because these instruments can be used for various tasks, including work, play, and education.Objective: This research aims to develop a decision support system using the MAUT method for selecting gaming laptops.Methods: The method used in this research is MAUT which is applied to the selection of gaming laptops.Result: Based on calculations that have been carried out using the MAUT method, it is found that the MSI Cyborg Katana laptop (B13VGK) is the first ranked gaming laptop with a utility value of 0.7035.Conclusion: The implementation of MAUT for gaming laptop selection is proven to be applicable.
Method of increasing thermostability of saw filters using thermomechanical systems
Authors:   Omsk Scientific Center SB RAS (Institute of Radiophysics and Physical Electronics) 644024, Russia, Omsk, Marksa ave., h. 15, Kosarev B.A. ,   Omsk Scientific-Research Institute of Instrument Engineering 644071, Russia, Omsk, Maslennikova, 231, Korzh I.A. ,   Omsk Scientific-Research Institute of Instrument Engineering 644071, Russia, Omsk, Maslennikova, 231
Published: September 2024

SAW filters are widely used in electronic equipment. The changes in temperature cause SAW filters frequency shifts associated with degradation of electronic equipment performance. Thermal deformation of packages and piezoelectric substrates cause SAW filters frequency shifts. The frequency shifts of the SAW filters are compensated by thermomechanical systems. In this paper two new types of thermomechanical systems have been proposed. Piezoelectric substrate banding is proposed to suppress the frequency shift. If the filter has a predominant frequency shift in the high temperature region, then as the temperature increases, the thermomechanical system must bend the substrate towards the bottom of the housing. If the filter has a predominant frequency shift in the low temperature region, then as the temperature decreases, the thermomechanical system should bend the substrate in the direction of the housing cover. The 70 MHz samples of SAW filters with fractional bandwidth of 0.04 % on YX/33° quartz have shown in the temperature range from −40 ºC to +80 ºC a frequency shift of less than ±2 kHz.