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The 2019 Provincial Elections in Newly Merged Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: An Epoch-Making Commencement
Authors: Altaf Ullah
Published: December 2024

The integration of tribal areas (FATA) of Pakistan with the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a significant development which has ultimately eradicated the twists and turns of the past and diverted the course of action from an unidentified destination to a specified one. The natives, their society, socio-cultural, economic, administrative and above all their political concerns has got a new direction in the aftermath of the said merger. The newly merged districts have recently been passed through a new experience of popular voting on 20th July 2019. Being a central component of democracy, elections provide opportunities of equal standing, progress, prosperity, political awareness, and socio-economic equality to the people. As an integral part of the process of democratization, electoral processes and political contestation provide a wide variety of choice to the citizens of a nation-state to choose their respective leading figures standing in the que of contestation. The present study, however, explores the significant aspects of this political dispensation on the one hand and addresses certain important questions on the other. It pinpoints the role of the major political parties, their programmes, political manifestoes and electoral campaign. The active participation of the tribal masses, the role of independent candidates and women across these districts, are the major areas of concern at the moment. It carefully deals with all these important characteristics of the provincial assembly elections recently held in the newly merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in the light of empirical evidences portrayed in the primary and secondary source materials.
Pasado, resentimiento y melancolía. Componentes del discurso político de la derecha emergente en Argentina
Authors: Sánchez Ceci Pablo Daniel
Published: December 2024

El tema de este trabajo es la enunciación política de memorias discursivas desde el campo de las derechas argentinas en el contexto reciente caracterizado por una renovación de los lenguajes conservadores y una ampliación de la oferta electoral de partidos y candidatos de un marcado carácter anti-igualitario. Desde una mirada que articula la socio-semiótica ternaria (Verón, 1987) y el análisis del discurso (De Arnoux, 2019) nos interesa indagar por las modalidades particulares de configuración de una imagen del pasado reciente que se presenta en las formaciones discursivas de las “nuevas” derechas. Recientemente la pregunta por la intensidad de la derecha y su performance pública parece plantear una fascinación por el carácter supuestamente novedoso de fenómenos políticos como este. Una pregunta que parece rondar espectralmente varios textos de coyuntura parece ser: ¿La derecha se apropió de la rebeldía, de los jóvenes, de la disrupción y lo novedoso?
Sentidos estratégicos del trabajo comunitario: inercias, interpelaciones y potencias de las prácticas en salud mental
Authors: Luciani Conde Leandro
Published: December 2024

En el presente trabajo se problematizan las prácticas en salud mental comunitaria identificando su potencialidad para interpelar las inercias profesionales vigentes en la atención, con énfasis en el análisis del primer nivel. Asimismo, se discuten los sentidos que asume el trabajo en salud mental comunitaria: “sentido identitario”, en tanto práctica profesional de resistencia ante la opresión política, económica y social; “sentido estratégico”, resaltando su carácter clave para la transformación del sistema de salud mental; “sentido emancipatorio”, como una operación que orienta las prácticas hacia el rescate de la subjetividad; “sentido trascendental”, en tanto herramienta de superación de las inercias profesionales reproductoras de una matriz colonial inconsciente capitalista. Se postula que en salud mental no se trata de lograr una mayor acumulación de recursos físicos, materiales y/o tecnológicos, sino de producir competencias profesionales contextualizadas e integradas, que permitan desarrollar capacidades de trabajo, considerando que todo espacio social es potencialmente idóneo de convertirse en un escenario de práctica comunitaria al servicio de la producción de cuidados y apoyos. Finalmente, se introduce la perspectiva decolonial para definir a las prácticas en salud mental como aquellas capaces de conmover el trabajo comunitario en los órdenes del poder, del saber, del ser, del hacer y del desear.
Morphometric Evaluation and Gross Examination of the Dog Cecum: Comparative Analysis Post Partial and Complete Typhlectomy
Authors: Khaled Hadeer , Ahmed Howaida , Korritum Ahmed , Nouh Samir
Published: December 2024

The canine cecum plays a vital role in the digestive process. It is erroneous to define the cecum in a canine as the first compartment of the large intestine because the ileum communicates solely with the colon. The cecum is described as the diverticulum of the colon's proximal region. This study aimed to conduct two operative techniques: partial and complete typhlectomy. Samples were taken from eight dogs, the morphometric parameters of the cecum were assessed, and gross examination followed operations studied. Morphometric evaluation of the cecum revealed the unique anatomical structure of the dog’s cecum, which appeared in the shape of a typical “S” letter blind end diverticulum upward colon and was not defined as the first part of the large intestine, attached to the adjacent ileum through the ileocecal fold and into the colon with the cecocolic fold. The ileocecocolic inner orientation, ileocolic orifice between the colon and ileum, and the cecocolic orifice between the colon and cecum are the only directions of the cecum, as there is no direction between the cecum and ileum. Two dogs underwent exploratory laparotomies two months after surgery. Partial typhlectomy gross examination revealed apparent cecal folds extended to the first part of the proximal colon, and the cecal folds showed uniformly different lymphatic notches on the mucosal surface with a smooth, rounded elevation. In Conclusion, this study highlights the necessity of typhlectomy for treating cecal affections in dogs. Partial typhlectomy offers improved clinical recovery than complete typhlectomy, with minimal complications, accentuating the importance of preserving the ileocolic junction.
Evaluating Global Warming Potential and Acidification in Smoked Fish Production at University of Ibadan Fish Farm: A Life Cycle Assessment Approach
Authors: Aremu Ademola , Igomu bernard , Ajao taiwo
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Aim: Life cycle assessment (LCA) is an ISO-standardized analytical tool developed to evaluate environmental performance of products and processes. The aquaculture industry is one of the largest and fast-growing industries in the agricultural sector because of its health benefits. However, this growth comes with fuel combustion technologies and other operations. Therefore, quantifying the level of impact caused by these processes is imperative. The study was aimed at carrying out an LCA for the production and processing of smoked fish using the University of Ibadan Fish Farm as a case study to identify environmentally detrimental production and processing hotspots.
Methods: The approach employed for this study is the cradle-to-gate approach, which involves the operations from breeding/hatching to the packaging of smoked fish. Relevant data was obtained through site visitation and physical interviews. The data on energy and material resources used in the processes were modeled on GaBi9 (Holistic Balancing) software. The tool used to analyze the life cycle inventories of smoked fish production is TRACI (Tool for the Reduction and Assessment of Chemical and other Environmental Impacts) midpoint assessment and modeling was for 1kg functional unit of smoked fish. Four scenarios were drawn out for assessing the impact by varying the energy and material resources.
Results: The total energy used in the smoking kiln for the one month under study was 35,660.16MJ. Six impact categories were measured for all four scenarios and the following categories had the highest impact in order of ascension; Global Warming Potential (GWP) (0.438, 0.243, 0.609, 0.624) kg CO2-Eqiv., Smog Air (0.0702, 0.288, 0.478, 0.277) kg O3-Equiv., Human Health Criteria Air (4.173e-03, 3.502e-04, 1.503e-03, 3.443e-03) kg PM10-Equiv. and Acidification Potential (AP) (2.19e-04, 2.88e-04, 3.37e-04, 5.68e-04) kg SO2-Equiv. The unit process with the highest impact on the environment for all four scenarios is the fish smoking process. Transportation and burning of charcoal also contributed to the emission of gases such as CO2, CO, CH4, N2O, SO2, NOx, VOCs, PMs, etc. Also, the use of Polyethylene (PE) and Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) plastics as packaging materials contribute to the release of heavy metals such; Cr, Cd, Ar, Zn, Cu, Pb, etc. into the environment for all four scenarios.
Conclusion: The fish smoking process has the highest impact on the environment for all four scenarios. However other unit processes also have contributory effect. At the end of the study, it was recommended that renewable energy sources as well as energy from bio-waste should be explored for the smoking kilns to achieve cleaner production.
Evaluation of pattern of drug use among Acne vulgaris patients in a Tertiary care teaching hospital.
Authors: thangarasu nageswari , adhimoolam mangaiarkkarasi
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT
Background: Acne Vulgaris is the common skin lesion observed in the clinical practice. This study was planned to evaluate the drug prescription pattern among Acne vulgaris patients in a Tertiary care teaching hospital.
Objectives: To study the pattern of drug use among Acne vulgaris patients in a Tertiary care teaching hospital using WHO core prescribing Indicators.
Materials and methods: This hospital based Cross-Sectional observational study was conducted among 100 Acne vulgaris patients from Department of Dermatology & Venerology and Department of Pharmacology for 6 months (November 2022 to March 2023). Prescriptions were analyzed using WHO core prescribing indicators. Microsoft Excel 21 was used to analyze the data and expressed in Percentage.
Results: As per WHO core drug prescribing indicators, the average number of drugs per encounter was 2.12. The drugs prescribed by generic name was 58.49%. The percentage of encounters with antibiotics was 72%. The percentage of encounters with injection was nil. The drugs prescribed by generic name was 12.73%
Conclusion: The study showed that the most common clinical presentation of acne was papules (34%), pustules (24%) over cheeks. 20.8% of patients received topical antibiotics, 19.3% oral antibiotics, 8.4% topical retinoids, 2.3% oral retinoids and 25% received skin care products. 58.4% of drugs were prescribed by generic name and 12.7% only were prescribed from WHO essential drug list as per the drug prescribing indicators.
A Population-Based Study of Diabetes Mellitus and Association with Human ABO Blood Groups
Authors: Mahjour Marjan , Jarahi Lida , Doustparast Armin , Boskabadi Amin , Kaheni Amir , Hadirudi Hamid
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT
Background: With the increasing importance of personalized patient management, effective analysis of various patient data can play an important role in identifying people at risk of high-burden diseases like diabetes mellitus(DM). By studying the correlation between DM and blood groups, potential risk factors can be identified, leading to personalized strategies for screening and prevention.
Objectives: This study aims to investigate the association between type 2 DM (T2DM) and different blood groups.
Materials and Methods: Date was extracted from a population database of Mashhad Health Care Centers, the second metropolitan city in Iran. From 169,536 individuals who were referred for DM management, data of 6801 persons was extracted. The control group consisted of non-diabetic individuals, who were matched in terms of sex and age. Demographic variables, medical history, and blood groups were obtained.
Results: The mean(SD) age of diabetic individuals was 41.3(8.6) years, 80% being overweight or obese. Among T2DM patients, blood type O was the most common, followed by A, and blood type AB had the lowest prevalence (32.7%, 30.6%, and 9.3% respectively). Compared to the control group, Blood type O showed a higher prevalence in DM (P-value=0.001). Diabetic persons with blood type O had a higher occurrence of T2DM in their family history (P-value=0.01).
Conclusion: In patients with T2DM, the most frequent blood type was O, with A coming in second. It seems that those with O+ blood type are more susceptible to developing T2DM. Additionally, differences and inconsistencies have been noted among various countries, hinting at the possible impact of other factors.
Exploring MBL detection along with ESBL co-expression of Gram-negative organism in clinical samples by phenotypic method in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Chattopadhyay Pinaki , Das Subhadip , Ghosh Ranadeep , Saha Sabyasachi
Published: December 2024

Background:
Gram-negative bacteria are increasingly associated with severe infections due to the emergence of antibiotic resistance mechanisms, including Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamases (ESBLs) and Metallo-Beta-Lactamases (MBLs). Understanding the prevalence of these enzymes is crucial for effective infection control.

Aim:
To determine the prevalence of ESBL and MBL producing Gram-negative bacteria in clinical samples, investigate their co-expression, and analyze antibiotic susceptibility patterns to inform optimal antimicrobial stewardship and infection control strategies.

Methods:
This observational study was conducted at a rural tertiary care hospital in India, and spanned one year. Clinical samples were cultured and identified. Gram-negative isolates underwent susceptibility testing following CLSI guidelines. Furthermore, Double Disc Synergy Test (DDST) and modified Carbapenem Inactivation Method (mCIM) were utilised for phenotypic detection of ESBL and MBL production, respectively. Subsequently, the data on antibiotic susceptibility and resistance prevalence were analysed.

Results:
Among Gram-negative isolates, ESBLs were detected in 41.8%, while MBLs were found in 23.4%, with 7.4% co-expressing both enzymes. Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae were the predominant ESBL and MBL producers. Colistin showed high susceptibility (95.5%). However, significant resistance to levofloxacin was observed. Notably, resistant organisms were isolated from both inpatients and outpatients.

Conclusion:
This study highlights the alarming prevalence of ESBL and MBL producing Gram-negative bacteria, particularly E. coli and Klebsiella spp., in a hospital setting. While colistin showed promising activity, the emergence of resistance in outpatient samples emphasizes the need for stringent infection control measures and judicious antibiotic use.
Study of nerve conduction parameters in median nerve in diabetic patients that were asymptomatic for neuropathy
Authors: Arora Meenakshi , Garg Neeraj
Published: December 2024

Background:
Diabetic neuropathy (DN) is the most frequent and debilitating complication of diabetes mellitus but many patients are asymptomatic for DN, thereby placing them at risk for developing serious complications in hands and feet.

Aim:
Our study was done to detect subclinical diabetic peripheral neuropathy in early stages in motor fibers of median nerve using nerve conduction studies and compare the findings with age- and sex-matched healthy controls.

Methods:
Cases consisted of one hundred patients of type 2 diabetes mellitus but asymptomatic for peripheral neu¬ropathy. Twenty-five normal, healthy individuals served as controls. The studies of distal latency, amplitude, and conduction velocity of motor fibers of right and left median nerves were performed.

Results:
There was a statistically significant increase in mean distal latency and decrease in motor nerve conduction velocity (MNCV) for median nerve on both sides in cases versus controls. The mean CMAP (compound muscle action potential) amplitude was decreased in both median nerves in cases versus controls, which was statistically significant on right side but on left side the difference was not statistically significant. Data are presented as mean ± SD. Results were evaluated by unpaired t-test. A level of p < 0.05 was accepted as statistically significant.

Conclusion:
The study showed significant impairment of median nerve motor conduction parameters in T2DM patients who were asymptomatic for features suggestive of peripheral neuropathy when compared with apparently healthy individuals. The findings in our study further strengthen the existing literature in respect of median nerve neuropathy in T2DM with stress on early screening, detection, and quick therapeutic intervention in people with or without symptoms of DN.
The Association Between Obesity and Cognitive Function in Middle-Aged Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study in South India
Authors: A Divya , Johnson Priscilla , K Maheshkumar
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Obesity has emerged as a critical public health issue in India, with a notable rise in prevalence, particularly among women. The relationship between obesity and cognitive function remains underexplored, especially in non-Western populations. This study aims to investigate the association between obesity and cognitive function in middle-aged women in Chennai, South India.
Methods:A cross-sectional study was conducted among 140 healthy female subjects aged 40-60 years, categorized into four groups based on BMI: Normal (18.5-22.9 kg/m²), At Risk (23-24.9 kg/m²), Obese 1 (25.0-29.9 kg/m²), and Obese 2 (>30 kg/m²). Anthropometric measurements were taken, and cognitive function was assessed using the Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination (ACE) questionnaire, covering domains such as attention/orientation, memory, verbal fluency, language, and visuo-spatial abilities. Data analysis was performed using R statistical software, with ANOVA and post hoc tests to compare groups, and Pearson correlation to examine associations between anthropometric values and cognitive scores.
Results:Significant differences were found in height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, hip circumference, and neck circumference across BMI groups (p < 0.001). Cognitive scores significantly decreased with increasing BMI across all domains (p = 0.0001). Orientation/Attention, Memory, Verbal Fluency, Language, and Visuo-Spatial Ability scores were lowest in the Obese 2 group. Strong negative correlations were observed between BMI (r = -0.84, p = 0.0001), waist circumference (r = -0.49, p = 0.0001), hip circumference (r = -0.54, p = 0.0001), neck circumference (r = -0.41, p = 0.0001), and cognitive scores. The waist-hip ratio did not show a significant correlation with cognitive scores.
Conclusion:This study demonstrates a significant association between obesity and cognitive impairment in middle-aged women. Reducing excess weight through interventions such as diet and physical activity may improve cognitive function and reduce morbidity and mortality. Early intervention is crucial for optimal benefits
MODUL PENGEMBANGAN PENGUATAN NILAI-NILAI KARAKTER KEPANDUAN HIZBUL WATHAN PERSPEKTIF MUHAMMADIYAH DAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM
Authors: Jailani Mohammad
Published: December 2024

Departing from the lack of references in the form of book products, the Hizbul Wathan Scouting module at SD Muhammadiyah Mantaran, it is necessary to develop a media product for the Hizbul Wathan Scouting module as a solution to strengthening character education at the recognition level as well as finding and analyzing character education in Hizbul Wathan scouting at SD Muhammadiyah Mantaran. This type of research uses R&D (research and development) to produce a product. The theory in product development refers to the Borg and Gall Model which uses six stages out of ten stages. Validation was carried out by two media expert validators and two material expert validators. The trials were carried out in classes 4A and 5A. The data collection method used is through observation, interviews, questionnaires and tests. Data analysis was carried out in two stages, namely quantitative data with a Likert scale with frequency analysis analyzed, and qualitative data as descriptive analysis. From the results of the study, conclusions can be drawn, first from media experts and material experts, the response of Hizbul Wathan Scout Teacher trainers and product testing on students with a limited test showed that the research product of Hizbul Wathan Scouting module development for Strengthening Character Education at the Introductory Scout Level at SD Muhammadiyah Mantaran , very good and suitable for use in extra-curricular activities, as a handbook for trainers, teachers, and Hizbul Wathan Scout participants. secondly, the cultivation of character values ​​in every Hizbul Wathan scouting activity has been going on such as instilling religious values, honesty, love for the homeland, independence, discipline in every Hizbul Wathan scouting activity.
IMPLEMENTASI TEKNIK PENILAIAN PORTOFOLIO UNTUK MENGUKUR KEMAJUAN BELAJAR SISWA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SEJARAH KEBUDAYAAN ISLAM: STUDI KASUS DI MAN 2 PADANGSIDIMPUAN
Authors: Siregar Ahmad Sofyan
Published: December 2024

This research aims to explore and analyze the implementation of portfolio assessment techniques to asse’s the student progress in learning Islamic Cultural History (SKI) at MAN 2 Padangsidimpuan. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study as the research design. Data was collected through classroom observations, interviews with teachers, and analysis of student’s portfolio documents. The research results show that the implementation of portfolio assessment techniques is effective to measure the students’ progress in SKI learning. This process are to encourage the students’ reflection, to facilitate students-centered learning, and to increase the students participation in learning process. This study has an important implication for SKI learning practices at MAN 2 Padangsidimpuan and other schools. Recommendations are provided to improve and strengthen the implementation of portfolio assessment techniques and it’s uses in evaluating the student’s progress.
MODERASI BERGAMA DALAM PUBLIKASI : SEBUAH ANALISIS BIBLIOMETRIK
Authors: Nugraha Firman , Restendi Dedi
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to explore the trend of publications regarding religious moderation. This descriptive bibliometric study was carried out by utilizing a literature review from the google scholar database. To illustrate this trend, VOS viewer software is used. The analysis carried out includes publication trends, contributions based on affiliation, distribution of journals and articles with the most citations, bibliographic coupling analysis, and keyword analysis. The results of the study show that the number of publications on the management of religious moderation has continued to increase since it was first rolled out in 2019 to 2023. Religious universities are the institutions with the most researchers who produce 3624 articles. The article published within the Agency for Research and Development and Training from the Innovation Journal is the most cited with 923 citations. meanwhile, the Jurnal Bimas Islam is the journal with the highest rate of 925 citations. Religious moderation, Religious Moderation, Indonesia and education are the top four keywords that are most often discussed, with the main topic of study "Religious Moderation Value". Research on religious moderation in the future can raise further issues related to community, religious harmony, religious community and knowledge.
Fabrication of Hydrogel Beads Based on Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles/Chitosan and Application as a Slow-Release Fertilizer
Authors: My Chau Phan  , Hoang Thanh Han Tran  , Ngoc Nhu Y Ha  , Vu Hoang Giang Phan  , Van Quy Nguyen
Published: December 2024

Hydrogels have gained significant attention in various applications, including agriculture, owing to their exclusive characteristics, such as great water retention and controlled delivery of fertilizers and agrochemicals. In this study, a nanocomposite hydrogel bead with exceptional slow-release capacity for urea fertilizer has been fabricated by appropriately combining urea, silica nanoparticles, and chitosan. The developed beads not only enable the efficient delivery of nutrients to plants over a long period but also enhance water retention capacity in sandy soil, resulting in minimally negative impacts on the environment. The hydrogel beads were simply prepared by dropping method. To effectively control the release of urea from hydrogel beads, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) with a diameter of 56 nm were synthesized and used to load the urea (UM). Subsequently, the UM hybrid was incorporated into the chitosan matrix to form the hydrogel beads (UMCS). The resulting beads have a spherical shape and high stability. They exhibited a sustained release of urea for over a month and biodegradable capacity in soil. The hydrogel beads showed a good swelling degree with a maximum value of 250% at pH 3.  Moreover, the hydrogel beads-embedded soil revealed a water retention capacity significantly greater than the soil without the beads. These results suggested that the nanocomposite hydrogel beads possess high application potential in fertilizer delivery and smart agriculture.
Creating a Program to Predict the Clothing Size Using Fuzzy Logic
Authors: Mong Hien Thi Nguyen  , Minh Duong Nguyen  , Mau Tung Nguyen
Published: December 2024

This study presents a program to predict trousers’ size using a fuzzy logic technique. There are three variables to input into the program to give the output result of the fit size. The first variable is the waist measurement. The second variable is the hip measurement. The third variable is the trousers’ length measurement. The size determination is done by the Min-Max rule through the IF-THEN structure, effectively managing the commands in the model. The fuzzy rule matrix consists of 108 rows and 6 columns, in which each row represents a fuzzy rule. Each row is a fuzzy rule. The first column represents six groups of neck circumference. The second column represents six groups of hip circumference. The third column represents three groups of pants length. The fourth column represents six predicted output sizes. The fifth column is the weight coefficient. The last column represents the type of logical connection. This size prediction method only takes about five to six seconds to predict the fit size. This reduces the time to choose the size compared to the traditional method. In addition, it reduces the risk of damaging the sample. This method to predict sizes can apply to many other types of clothing as well as many other fields of the garment industry
AI-Related Disciplines: A Comparative Analysis of Regional Trade Agreements and National Regulatory Approaches
Authors: Li Siqi
Published: December 2024

The global digital economy is witnessing the transformative impact of Artificial intelligence (AI), prompting nations to engage in AI-driven trade agreements. Under the digital trade context, these agreements aim to promote and regulate AI technologies, facilitate international AI cooperation, and touch upon data-related disciplines crucial for AI. This article delves into analysing the emerging trend in specific AI disciplines and other AI-related fields, including data provisions in regional trade agreements (RTAs). It also maps out the current landscape of AI regulatory approaches in the United States (US), the European Union (EU), China, and Singapore to analyse how these diverse domestic regulatory approaches may impact regional AI rulemaking. Findings reveal that RTAs emphasize on AI recognition, AI frameworks, and AI cooperation, albeit in a flexible and soft manner. Besides, while the US’s market-driven approach could spearhead rulemaking in AI, its recent policy shifts cast doubt on its comprehensive participation in RTAs. The EU is at the forefront of domestic AI legislation, and seeks to mirror the risk and security-based value at the regional level. China, driven by its massive market potential and concerns about data security, relies on a hybrid approach that explores regulatory strategies alongside AI development. Singapore is notable for taking proactive steps in addressing AI governance through RTAs, which demonstrates a unique form of Asian regionalism. Despite the fragmented approaches among major economies, this article emphasizes on the role of RTAs in addressing trade-related AI issues and puts forward recommendations for AIspecific rulemaking in RTAs.
The Agility Paradigm: Rethinking Regulatory Policy Commitments in Free Trade Agreements
Authors: Schacherer Stefanie
Published: December 2024

In an era marked by rapid technological advancement and an intensifying imperative for sustainability, the concept of agile regulation has emerged as a new paradigm in regulatory governance. Agile regulation champions a flexible approach essential for regulatory frameworks to evolve alongside changing circumstances. International regulatory cooperation (IRC) is of importance in fostering knowledge sharing and evidence dissemination between states while mitigating regulatory disparities that stifle cross-border innovation, impede collective action against shared risks, and increase trade costs. Against this backdrop, the article delves into the role of free trade agreements (FTAs) in advancing the agile regulation agenda. It discusses how FTAs facilitate regulatory processes and cross-border partnerships that embody agility in their legal and institutional frameworks. As many recent FTAs endorse regulatory policies and practices, including those grounded in good regulatory practices and IRC, they stand poised to reinforce agile regulation by embracing flexibility and adaptability in response to evolving circumstances. However, the article also examines the political legitimacy implications of the trade-(agile)- regulation nexus, including concerns, such as corporate capture and the potential loss of regulatory specificities at the national level.
Deep Tooth LLM: Neural Trajectory Optimization for Tooth Alignment
Authors: Wang Zeyu , Hong Jiaqi , Zhu Ziyi
Published: December 2024

A orthodontic treatment simulation is normally made up of several cycles of treatment, that regularly covers for more than 12 months. Thus, the fundamental determinant in orthodontic treatment is to simulate medically reasonable teeth position in long-term progress. However, existing orthodontic treatment simulation system heavily rely on duplication of efforts from dentists or only estimate final tooth arrangement without orthodontically intermediate procedure. Toward clinically reasonable simulate 3D orthodontic treatment progress, we present DeepOrtho, a deep learning based novel system to simulate medically 3D tooth position for orthodontic treatment planning. Our system takes 3D tooth meshes from patients with malocclusion as input, and sequentially simulates the orthodontically proper 3D rotation and translation for each tooth within the long-term treatment. Notably, we formulate the 3D orthodontic treatment simulation as a reverse process of iteratively denoising teeth arrangements, where DeepOrtho gradually reduces medically uncertain sequences from all the teeth adjustable positions until reaching the desired positions. To the best of our knowledge, we are the first medical simulation system to explore progress 3D orthodontic treatment. Extensive experiments demonstrate that the proposed DeepOrtho outperforms existing solutions in terms of performance and clinical feasibility.
Detection and Antimicrobial Resistance Profiling of Coliforms Isolated from Fresh Vegetables in Lahore, Pakistan
Authors: Rimsha Tahir  , Shahid Nawaz  , Asad Ur Rehman  , Imran Sajid
Published: December 2024

Vegetables are among the finest sources of high-quality nutrients including, carbohydrates, vitamins, fibers and minerals, having beneficial health effects. However consuming raw vegetables obtained from retailer shops renders them a reservoir of pathogenic bacteria due to unhygienic production, storage, and handling practices, and could be a major route of antibiotics resistance dissemination. The present work aimed at the evaluation of fresh vegetables for total microbial load and coliforms presence and determination antibiotic susceptibility of the isolated strains. The selective media were used for the targeted isolation of coliforms and antimicrobial resistance profiling of the isolates was performed usingdisc diffusion assay to determine the current resistance patterns of the bacterial isolates. Escherichia coli and Salmonella were the top isolated strains from the vegetable and salad samples. The antimicrobial resistance patterns showed an increased resistance to most of the tested antibiotics highlighting the critical issue of the dissemination of antibiotics resistance through common food items. The frequent presence of coliforms in the fresh vegetables and salads indicate suitable environmental conditions in the area for opportunistic pathogens and other harmful microorganisms to grow and dwell in the frequently consumed food items. The study highlighted the importance and need for proper cooking practices for vegetables before consumption and emphasizes the minimal use of partially cooked or uncooked vegetables
Удосконалення методики аудиту доходів від реалізації з метою запобігання порушень при податковому контролі
Authors: Синиця Ю. С. , Мусійченко О. Г. , Пустовий Д. В.
Published: December 2024

Аудит доходів від реалізації має важливе значення, адже сприяє підвищенню ефективності діяльності підприємства, дозволяє виявити можливі ризики і недоліки в облікових процесах, забезпечує контроль за фінансовими показниками суб’єкта господарювання. У статті удосконалено методику аудиту доходів від реалізації з метою запобігання порушень при податковому контролі. Визначено, що попри велику кількість досліджень в зазначеному напрямі, існує необхідність подальших наукових пошуків окресленої проблематики. Розроблено анкету перевірки доходів від реалізації продукції, товарів, робіт, послуг; запропоновано план та програму аудиту доходів від реалізації; представлено нові форми робочих документів для проведення якісного аудиту. За результатами дослідження виокремлено наступні напрями аудиту доходів від реалізації: перевірка наявності та правильності оформлення первинних документів, що формують доходи від реалізації продукції, товарів, робіт, послуг; перевірка правильності відображення повернення продукції та товарів від покупців; перевірка правильності відображення доходів від реалізації в облікових регістрах синтетичного обліку та зіставлення доходів з Деклараціями з податку на додану вартість; перевірка відображення доходів від реалізації у Звіті про фінансові результати та облікових регістрах синтетичного обліку; перевірка відображення доходів від реалізації у Декларації з податку на прибуток та зіставлення доходів зі Звітом про фінансові результати; перевірка управлінського звіту щодо планових показників доходів від реалізації та фактичних даних, відображених у обліку; перевірка доходів від реалізації на предмет обґрунтованості та узгодженості з попередніми роками. Встановлено, що представлена методика аудиту доходів від реалізації дозволить перевіряючому здійснити оцінку більшості аспектів цієї ділянки обліку, впевнитись у законності, своєчасності, достовірності та правильності відображення відповідних операцій в обліку, провести перевірку на високому рівні, а також попередити можливі порушення у веденні бухгалтерського обліку доходів від реалізації. Доведено, що така методика аудиту доходів від реалізації може бути корисною для працівників відділу внутрішнього аудиту підприємства, аудиторів, працівників державної аудиторської служби, податківців тощо.
MARX’S QUASI-CRIMINOLOGICAL SATIRE AND CURRENT THEORETICAL CONCERNS ON CYBERCRIME
Authors:   University of Athens, Kilakos Dimitris
Published: December 2024

This paper addresses theoretical concerns on crime and technological innovation enabling cybercriminal activities by reflecting on Marx’s short satirical essay “Apologist Conception of the Productivity of all Professions” to discuss criminological challenges posed by cybertechnologies. To a certain extent, it could be argued that the epistemological challenges posed to criminological theories by the development of cybercrime stem from the mediational role of digital technologies and the social dynamics that frame their potentially criminal uses. Social studies of technology may arguably inform ways to meet such challenges. To address this issue, the paper discusses the case for the role of hacking in developing the so-called cyberculture and the technological devices enabling it. In this regard, it is argued that Marx’s short essay may become insightful for discussing the relationship between crime and technological innovation, informing theoretical concerns that bear significant practical, criminological, legal and jurisprudential consequences.
Analysis on Training & Development Program and its Impact & Challenges at Krutanic Solution, Bangalore
Authors:   IV Sem MBA, RR Institute of Advanced Studies, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore, Thakur Aarya , Murthy Megha K ,   Assistant Professor, RR Institute of Advanced Studies, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore
Published: December 2024

The study examines the training and development initiatives at Bangalore-based Krutanic Solutions, an EdTech business founded in 2024. It looks at how well these programs work to enhance worker performance, happiness, and skill development while assessing how well they match company objectives. The study gathers employee opinions about the quality of the training and pinpoints important areas for improvement using a mixed-method approach that includes surveys, interviews, and secondary data analysis. The results highlight the value of organized training programs in developing an innovative and ever-learning corporate culture. To analyse the research ANOVA & Correlation tools are used. The main goal of the recommendations is to maximize these programs in order to close skill gaps, improve employee engagement, and support organizational expansion. This study emphasizes how important effective training techniques are to success in the cutthroat and ever changing EdTech sector.

Key words: Training, Development, Skills, Employee performance, Business growth, Data analytics
An Analysis of the Challenges in Freight Forwarding for High-Value Goods for Ensuring Security and Compliance at Acumen Intra Logistics Chennai, Tamilnadu
Authors:   IV Sem MBA, RRIAS, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore, SHAREEN KP , Shetty Dr. Janardhan G ,   Assistant Professor, RRIAS, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore  :
Published: December 2024

This study critically examines the effectiveness and challenges of diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives at Tata Motors' Andaman facility, employing a t-test analysis to assess the impact of these programs on employee satisfaction and organizational performance. Tata Motors has implemented several D&I initiatives, such as the 'Atma Nirbhar Nari' program, which established an all-woman shop in the automobile sector, and the 'Tata Lead' program, focusing on increasing gender diversity within the organization.

The research utilizes a t-test to compare pre- and post-implementation data on employee satisfaction and performance metrics, aiming to determine if significant improvements have occurred following the introduction of D&I initiatives. Preliminary findings suggest that while there are positive trends in employee satisfaction, the statistical analysis indicates that these changes are not significant at the 5% level. The p-value obtained from the t-test exceeds the conventional threshold, leading to the acceptance of the null hypothesis that there is no significant difference in the measured variables before and after the implementation of D&I programs.

In conclusion, while Tata Motors' Andaman facility has made commendable efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion, the t-test analysis reveals that the current initiatives have not yet achieved statistically significant improvements in employee satisfaction and organizational performance. Addressing the identified challenges is crucial for the successful implementation and sustainability of D&I programs in the future.

Keywords: Diversity and Inclusion, Andaman Facility¸ Challenges, Employee Satisfaction, Organizational Performance, T-Test Analysis.
A Comparative Study on the Financial Performance and Strategies Against to the Competitors with Special Reference to SB Industries Bangalore
Authors:   IV Sem MBA, RRIAS, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore, A MANOJ. , R GEETHA. ,   Assistant Professor, RR INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES,  RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore
Published: December 2024

This study aims to analyze the financial performance and strategic positioning of SB Industries, Bangalore, in comparison with its key competitors in the industry. By examining key financial metrics such as profitability, liquidity, and solvency, along with growth and market share, this research provides a comprehensive understanding of SB Industries' financial standing in the market. The study also investigates the strategic initiatives adopted by SB Industries, including its marketing, operational, and innovation strategies, and how they measure up against competitors. Through a detailed analysis of secondary data and competitive benchmarking, the research identifies areas of strength and opportunities for improvement in SB Industries' operations. This comparative approach helps to determine the company's competitive edge, highlighting the effectiveness of its strategies in securing market leadership. The findings are intended to provide valuable insights for management decision-making and future strategic direction.

Keywords: Financial Performance, Strategic Positioning, Competitors, SB Industries, Market Share.
An Analysis on Enhancing Supplies Relationship Between Management and Customers and also its Strategies with Special Reference to Shiva Enterprises Bangalore North
Authors:   IV Sem MBA, RRIAS, RR institutions  Bangalore university, Bangalore,, A K NARASEGOWDA , R GEETHA ,   Assistant professor, RRIAS, RR institutions  Bangalore university, Bangalore
Published: December 2024

This study explores strategies for enhancing the relationship between management and customers, with a focus on Shiva Enterprises, a key player in the supply chain industry in Bangalore North. Strong customer relationships are critical for business success, and Shiva Enterprises has adopted several practices to build trust and satisfaction. The company emphasizes transparency, consistent communication, and high-quality service to foster long-term relationships.

Key strategies include personalized services, real-time tracking through technology, and flexible delivery schedules to meet customer needs. Additionally, Shiva Enterprises utilizes customer feedback and a robust Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to maintain effective communication and improve service delivery.

The study also highlights the importance of understanding local market nuances in Bangalore North, tailoring services to meet regional customer preferences. These efforts have positioned Shiva Enterprises as a reliable, customer-centric business in the region. Overall, the research shows that focusing on customer satisfaction through strategic management and communication practices can significantly enhance business performance and customer loyalty.

KEYWORDS:Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Supply Chain, Customer Satisfaction, Management Strategies, Bangalore North
A Comprehensive Analysis on Customer Satisfaction and Preference with Special Emphasis on Lovely Foods, Doddaballapur, Bangalore Rural
Authors:   IV Sem MBA, RRIAS, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore,, Sunny Paulvin , Murthy Divya. K. ,   Head of Department, RRIAS, RR Institutions  Bangalore University, Bangalore
Published: December 2024

Customers' choices and satisfaction levels with Lovely Foods, a niche FMCG brand that specializes in traditional South Indian snacks, are critically examined in this study. Lovely Foods has a devoted following thanks to its genuine recipes and focus on quality, but it competes in a sector where changing consumer demands provide both opportunities and problems. The study used a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative interviews and structured surveys to investigate how well customers' expectations and experiences with the brand match up. The study aims to evaluate customer satisfaction levels, pinpoint important factors that influence customer loyalty, and suggest focused tactics for raising general satisfaction and retention. The results show that consumers place a high value on Lovely Foods' products' flavour and calibre, which stand out as the main factors influencing customer happiness. The report does, however, also point out important areas that require improvement, such as the need for more aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly packaging, improved pricing schemes to cater to a range of consumer demographics, and more product availability to guarantee uniformity across markets. The report ends with practical suggestions for filling in these gaps. Lovely Foods may strengthen its position in the market and cultivate long-term client loyalty by expanding its product line, modernizing its packaging to suit contemporary consumer tastes, and optimizing its supply chain. This study offers the brand a road map for navigating the cutthroat FMCG market while adhering to its key principles of authenticity and quality.
Analyzing the Impact of Social Media and Developing Strategies to Leverage Social Media for Customer Loyalty and Customer Engagement with Special Reference to VRL Logistics, Bangalore
Authors:   4TH SEMESTER MBA RR INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES BANGLORE UNIVERSITY, BANGLORE., K L Prashanth , Murthy Divya K ,   Head of The Department, RRIAS RR INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES BANGLORE UNIVERSITY, BANGLORE.
Published: December 2024

The quick development of online entertainment stages has essentially changed the manner in which organizations convey, connect, and draw in with clients. For organizations like VRL Planned operations, understanding and utilizing web-based entertainment can prompt upgraded client faithfulness and commitment, which are fundamental for keeping an upper hand in the coordinated factors area. This study means to examine the effect of virtual entertainment on VRL Coordinated factors' tasks, zeroing in on its job in cultivating client connections and further developing help conveyance. Through an assessment of online entertainment use designs, client input, and cutthroat systems, the exploration investigates how VRL Strategies can use stages like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to make more grounded associations with clients, fabricate brand trust, and work on generally fulfillment.

Moreover, this paper creates techniques to use online entertainment for further developing client commitment, including the utilization of ongoing correspondence, customized content, and client support robotization. The examination likewise features the significance of building a powerful online entertainment presence that lines up with the organization's qualities and client assumptions, empowering VRL Planned operations to set up a good foundation for itself as a dependable and client driven strategies supplier. Chi- Square Test as a statistical tool for anaiysing categorcial data.At last, the paper gives proposals to VRL Operations to coordinate virtual entertainment all the more successfully into their promoting and client assistance practices to drive client devotion and improve business execution.

Keywords: Social Media, Customer Engagement, Loyalty, Logistics, Digital Strategies.