bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH LIKUIDITAS, PROFITABILITAS, DAN LEVERAGE TERHADAP HARGA SAHAM PERUSAHAAN SUB SEKTOR FARMASI DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA PERIODE 2018-2022
Authors: ANNISA LYDYA NUR
Published: February 2025

This research aims to find out and explain how the effect of current ratio (CR), Return on Assets (ROA), dan Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) on stock prices in pharmaceutical subsector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The object of this research is a pharmaceutical subsector company listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the period 2018-2022 with a sample number of 9 companies. The study used purposive sampling techniques. Data used secondary data. Data analysis techniques use descriptive statistical analysis and multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the hypothesis test proved the Current ratio (CR), Return on Assets (ROA), dan Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) had an influence on the share price of pharmaceutical subsector companies listed on the IDX for the period 2018-2022. Variable current ratio (CR) has a negative influence on the stock price of pharmaceutical subsector companies. Return on Assets (ROA) has no effect on the stock price of pharmaceutical subsector companies. Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) has a negative influence on the stock price of pharmaceutical subsector companies.
PENGARUH CARBON EMISSION DISCLOSURE DAN ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE TERHADAP NILAI PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Khasanah Uswatun , Anggraini Desy Ismah
Published: February 2025

The biggest challenge facing the world community this century is climate change due to global warming caused by various human activities. Companies are required to demonstrate their involvement in environmental management to help achieve business sustainability. Most of the causes of climate change are the result of corporate industrial activities which cause greenhouse gas emissions to continue to increase. This research aims to test and analyze the influence of carbon emission disclosure and environmental performance on company value in the basic materials, industrial, and healthcare sectors listed on the IDX for the 2021-2022 period. This type of research is causal research with a quantitative approach. The sample in this study is 34 obtained from 17 companies in the basic materials, industrial, and healthcare sectors listed on the IDX with a research period of 2 years. The result show that carbon emission disclosure and environmental performance have a significant influence on company value both partially and simultaneously in companies in the basic materials, industrial, and healthcare sectors listed on the IDX for the 2021-2022 period. In this research, company value is proxied using PBV. It is hoped that future researchers can use other measurement indicators such as Tobins’Q and can maximize the number of samples and expand the research object.
Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan, Persepsi Risiko, dan Persepsi Harga Terhadap Minat Investasi di Pasar Modal Pada Mahasiswa Surabaya
Authors: Annisa Lydya Nur , Azizah Nurul , Ariska Ricky Angga
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini menganalisis pengaruh literasi keuangan, persepsi risiko, dan persepsi harga terhadap minat investasi mahasiswa. Objek penelitian adalah mahasiswa aktif Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis di Surabaya dengan teknik convenience sampling. Data dikumpulkan melalui Google Form dan dianalisis menggunakan SPSS dengan 114 responden. Setiap pertanyaan diukur menggunakan skala Likert. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa literasi keuangan, persepsi risiko, dan persepsi harga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat investasi mahasiswa. Temuan ini menegaskan pentingnya pemahaman keuangan dalam meningkatkan minat investasi mahasiswa.
HUBUNGAN ANTARA PENDAPATAN DAN KONSUMSI ROKOK DENGAN KESEJAHTERAAN FINANSIAL GEN Z
Authors: Ramadhani Dela Sifa , Wany Eva Wany
Published: February 2025

Cigarettes are one of the world's uncardified world health problems. The number of smokers in the world in 2015 is estimated to 1.3 billion people in which Indonesia is ranked first of the largest smokers in ASEAN with an amount of 65 million smokers and 69 percent of dominated teenagers. World Health Organization (WHO) establishes a reduction in cigarette consumption as one of the targeted NCDS global targets to be achieved by 2025 with the actions priority of tax rates of all taxes of cigarettes to reduce cigarette demand. Financial welfare is a fundamental thing to achieve in the manheuismhe son. Financial welfare reflects the administrative financial status of utuatiki undergoes a comfortable and prosperous child. . The results of the study (Wijayanti, 2023) states that the attitude of the guitarizer has a comparison to the welfare of the life. If someone has a baguan's life's attitude then will be luiruis with the preaching of the powers, so it can produce financial marketing. Evolution of income affects the consumer response as a reference in determining how much cigarette consumption this may intend to influence the financial welfare. In connection with this, this study aims to analyze the effect of individual income factors and cigarette consumption to the financial welfare of genes Z. By using a simple linear regression model. The data used is obtained from the Say of the questionnaire to the Z. GEN. The results of this study found that factor
PERAN AKUNTAN, INTEGRASI INOVASI ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) DAN INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) DALAM MENGHADAPI DIGITALISASI EKONOMI MENJELANG ERA SOCIETY 5.0
Authors: Septiyanti Resty Dwi , Wany Eva Wany , Prayitno Budi
Published: February 2025

The development of information and communication technology, especially through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) innovations, has had a major impact on many sectors, including the world of accounting. Economic digitalization, which is part of the preparations towards Society 5.0, requires the accounting profession to adapt to various new technologies that can increase efficiency and accuracy in the accounting process. This research aims to explore the role of accountants in facing the digital era and Society 5.0 and examine how the integration of AI and IoT can be applied in accounting practice. The method used is a qualitative method with a literature study approach and interviews with accounting practitioners and technology experts. The research results show that accountants need to increase their competence in understanding and utilizing AI and IoT to optimize accounting performance and provide added value in the organization. In facing Society 5.0, accountants are expected to become agents of change who not only manage financial information, but can also manage big data and new technology to create smarter and data-based decisions.
“Saving Decision dalam Mental Accounting : Generasi Milenial, Generasi Z dan Cryptocurrency”
Authors: Purnomo Devina Erita , Wany Eva Wany
Published: February 2025

This research analyzes the phenomenology that occurs in the digital era in millennials and generation z who work as employees of a company or as entrepreneurs. This approach was chosen because it allows to explore the meaning contained in the life experiences of the research subjects. And this research uses qualitative methods, with primary data sources that use data collection techniques through interviews by measuring several variables, namely: (1) saving decision, (2) mental accounting, (3) millennial generation and generation z, (4) cryptocurrency. The purpose of this study is to understand the decision to save, budget, and invest in cryptocurrency assets of millennials and generation z in several cities in Indonesia.
Keywords : Saving Decision, Mental Accounting, Millenial Generation, Cryptocurrency
Investigations on Seed-Borne Fungi Associated with Maize Varieties and Their Control
Authors: Lal Dewan Keshive , Wagan Khadim Hussain , Hajano Jamal-U-Ddin , Mushatque Shakira , Ehsan Shabana , Chaudhary Neelam
Published: February 2025

Maiz is one of the important crops being grown at Pakistan and worldwide. The study investigates seed-borne fungi in maize varieties and recommends fungicides and plant extracts for enhancing seed germination and plant health. Six different fungi were isolated from maize seeds, with Aspergillus niger being the predominant fungus, followed by Penicillium spp., Fusarium oxysporum, Curvularia lunata, Rhizopus oryzae, and Macrophomina phaseolina. Infected seeds showed reduced germination compared to healthy seeds, indicating the negative impact of seed-borne fungi on germination percentage. All six fungi were present in both the seed coat and endosperm, with slightly lower diversity observed in the embryo axis. Aspergillus niger was dominant in the seed coat, while Rhizopus oryzae and Macrophomina phaseolina were notably absent from the embryo axis.  Carbendazim treatment showed effective results to minimize the disease, while Topsin M, Aliette, and Acrobat had intermediate effects compared to untreated controls. Neem extract was the most effective, followed by Datura, Nazboo, and Khabar. Carbendazim consistently had the most positive impact on plant height and weight. The untreated, uninoculated control exhibited the highest plant growth, emphasizing the negative impact of fungal inoculation. Neem extract consistently had the most positive impact on plant height and weight among plant extracts. The untreated, uninoculated control consistently had the highest values, indicating the absence of fungal inoculation positively influenced plant growth. Neem extract proved to be a promising alternative for managing seedborne fungi.
Growth and Yield Enhancement in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Through Rhizobacterial Biopriming and Variable Phosphorus Applications
Authors: Sethar Saibrina , Malik Saeed Akhter , Shah Zia-Ul-Hassan , Depar Nizamuddin , Sootahar Mahendar Kumar , Panhwar Muhammad Aslam
Published: February 2025

Plant-microbe relations in the rhizosphere play a vital role in enhancing soil fertility and improving crop output. Phosphorus (P) is one of the most vital nutrient for plants, yet its availability for plant in various types of soil is inadequate due to fixation. Plant growth promoting rhizobacterial (PGPR) inoculation, especially containing ACC-deaminase and phosphate-solubilizing activities, has emerged as a promising approach to mitigate phosphorus deficiency and enhance crop growth. This study investigates the consequence of PGPR having single activity (ACC-deaminase only), and PGPR having dual activity (ACC-deaminase and phosphate-solubilizing) , on wheat growth with three phosphorus levels(P1= 00 kg ha-1, P2= 45 kg ha-1, and P3= 90kg ha-¹ P2O5). The experiment was conducted in a randomized complete block split-plot design using three rhizobacterial treatments combined with phosphorus doses. The treatments were RB1=no inoculation (control), RB2 = inoculated with Pseudomonas fluorescens having single activity of ACC-deaminase, and RB3= inoculated with Pseudomonas fluorescens having dual ability (ACC-deaminase & phosphate-solubilizing). Results demonstrated that the best treatment (90 kg ha-1 with Rhizobacterial inoculation having dual ability) significantly improved biological yield by 62.86%, grain yield by 87.72% and straw yield by 46.34% over the control and increased biological yield by 8.53%, grain yield by 12.41% and Straw yield by 5.10% was noted as compared to other (45 kg ha-1 with RB3),.Specifically plant height, Spike plant-1,Spikelet spike-1, 1000 grain weight, Harvest index, Grain straw ratio, Total P concentration, Grain P concentration and straw P concentration were also enhanced to a significant levels, showing an increase of 3.17% to329.91% over control and 0.86 % to 50.08% compared to 45 kg ha-1 with RB3. We conclude that the PGPR with dual activity inoculation was found to be more efficient over PGPR with single activity under P deficient and adequate conditions
Coase’s ‘The Lighthouse in Economics’ revisited: a planning note on the view of building facades as a public good
Authors: Lai Lawrence W. C. , Chau K. W. , Lam Terry K. W. , Ching Ken S. T. , Lorne Frank T.
Published: February 2025

This interdisciplinary article follows up on a discussion of the lighthouse as a public good in terms of planning in this journal by elucidating the neo-institutional economic proposition that views of building facades along streets are common property and are public goods in the sense that their consumption is mutually non-exclusive. Hence, planning interventions are justified from an economic point of view to ensure the adequate supply of this good. This proposition is set within the context of the arguments for and against a lighthouse being a public good with reference to Coase’s 1974 paper and recent interpretations. Some planning implications are discussed.
[A system for the cataloguing of occupational history exhibits in the Piedmont region]
Authors: Bertello Cristina , Fenoglietto Maura , Dalmasso Marco , Gioia Patrizia , Pasqualini Osvaldo , Quarta Denis , Falcone Umberto , Gilardi Luisella , Fontana Marco
Published: February 2025

Background. ARPA Piemonte carries out occupational exposure measurements of chemical agents in workplace environment to support the Occupatonal Health and Safety Units of Local Health Boards for the assessment of the exposure level of dangerous chemical. Data are reported in internal documents, but are not available for other purposes.Objectives. Organize the occupational exposure measures collected by ARPA Piemonte, in order to facilitate their availability, in accordance with the indications of the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions.Methods. An application in a relational database environment was defined and developed to collect and structure information relating to companies, interventions, tasks and / or monitored sampling points, samples and measurements performed Results. Data on chemical exposure related to interventions carried out by ARPA Piemonte in the period from 2005 to part of 2020 have been collected in the ESP ALP application. ESP ALP contains information about 161 companies, 193 interventions, 815 sampling points, 3.490 samples and 18.576 measurements and information on companies obtained from the 2011 Census of Economic Activities and the archives of the National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work (INAIL). Discussion. We verified the feasibility of retrieving and organizing the information collected in past years in an integrated environment that facilitates its processing and use. Finally, we confirm the usefulness of collaboration between multidisciplinary professionals.
Results of the implementation of a virtual control approach to improve the effectiveness and quality of Safety and Health inspections at workplaces
Authors: Pira Enrico , Patrucco Mario , Nebbia Rebecca , Pienri Palo , Graziano Davide , Godono Alesandro , Gullino Attilia
Published: February 2025

During the last years, a significant technological and organisational evolution is taking place in the industrial activities, thanks to Advanced Manufacturing together with a more and more widespread use of Cloud Big Data Analytics. With special reference to the OS&H (Occupational Safety and Health), these changes involve a new attention, both to the technological and employee's level. The paper discusses the characteristics, and the possible original use of a new methodology, based on virtual reality and digital checklist. This methodology can be used both to easily carry out surveillance activities and checks at workplaces, and to create a virtual itinerary of the area under investigation, in which checks and operative instructions can be virtually introduced for workers in charge of particular machinery or operations. The main results obtained thanks to the implementation of the methodology are: a reduction of the remedial actions' duration on non-compliances brought into evidence, and the deriving possible increase in the frequency and efficiency of inspections. Moreover, this approach intrinsically favors the involvement of workers and staff in charge of activities related to Prevention and Protection, supporting a process of continuous improvement and of general spread of the Culture of Safety in the Company.
Exergame for the functional rehabilitation of adults over 55 with neurological diseases
Authors: Capodaglio Edda Maria , Cavalagli Amgela , Panigazzi Monica
Published: February 2025

Rehabilitation based on Exergame is showing a rapid evolution, with interesting applications for the recovery of mobility, balance, postural control, coordination and fine motor skills, and including home-based training. At present, there are no precise indications for Exergamebased rehabilitation of people over 55 affected by stroke, Parkinson's disease, or multiple sclerosis.This review examines the proposed modalities and the effectiveness of Exergame-based rehabilitation interventions for adults over 55 with stroke, Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis, highlighting the limitations, advantages, controversies and impact of this approach.We examined randomized controlled trials published between 2016-2020, with search in the databases of PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, RehabData, selecting 24 studies. The study of patients with chronic or subacute stroke in outpatient treatment, and with small sample sizes, prevails. Wide variability characterizes the rehabilitation methods, the technological platforms used, the type and dose of exercise administered, the outcome measures. The adequacy and efficacy of Exergames remains uncertain in the neurological elderly, and the functional improvement in the neurological adult patient is not yet attested using this type of approach.
Oral Vaccination of Dogs in India as a Strategy for Elimination of Rabies: Scope of Implementation
Authors: Prathapan Athira , Debbarma Shibajee , Haripriya H , Pandey Sanjay
Published: February 2025

India contributes one-third of the global burden of rabies. In 2021, the National Action Plan for Rabies Elimination (NAPRE) was introduced to eliminate dog-mediated human rabies. The major challenges in the path of eliminating dog-mediated rabies are toward achieving the high level of dog vaccination coverage and its sustenance, as well as rigorous tracking of dogs and continuous outreach activities. Oral vaccination of dogs (OVD) is a measure that has been implemented in several countries. For a deeper understanding of the OVD strategy, a systematic search was conducted and free full-text articles related to feasibility of OVD adoption and field trials published in the past ten years were included in the present review. Based on evidence, OVD can be implemented in India along with existing government initiatives as a pilot project in selected hotspots and subsequently expanded to improve vaccination coverage.
Prevalence and Determinants of Institutional Delivery among Teenage Mothers (15–19 years) in India: Evidences from the NFHS-5 Survey
Authors: Longchar Wapangjungla , Kodali Prakash Babu , Hense Sibasis
Published: February 2025

Background:

Maternal conditions are among the top five leading causes of disability-adjusted life years and deaths among girls aged 15–19 years, as they are at a greater risk of complications when pregnant. However, most maternal deaths can be averted with timely care, and institutional delivery is an established strategy for reducing maternal mortality and morbidity. This study estimated the prevalence and examined the determinants of institutional delivery among teenage mothers (15–19 years) across Indian states and analyzed the factors influencing institutional delivery.

Materials and Methods:

We conducted analytical cross-sectional study using data from the fifth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) (2019–2021). A sample of 4882 teenage mothers aged 15–19 years who had given birth before the survey were included in the study. Sample weights were applied to ensure representation. Binary logistic regression established significant association between institutional delivery and predictor variables.

Results:

An increasing trend in institutional delivery of teenage mothers from 84.7% in the fourth round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-4) to 90.6% in NFHS-5 was observed. However, regional differences across states persist in the country. A multitude of socio-demographic, cultural economic, and health system factors were found significant. Teen mothers in the age group of 15–17 years (AOR = 2.18, 95% CI = 1.47–3.24), belonging to male-headed household (AOR = 1.32, 95% CI = 1.03–1.69), had at least primary education (AOR = 1.68, 95% CI = 1.22–2.32), and those who received a minimum one antenatal care (ANC) (AOR = 1.53, 95% CI = 1.13–2.06) had higher odds of institutional delivery. In contrast, mothers who are Muslim (AOR = 0.61, 95% CI = 0.46–0.81), scheduled tribes (AOR = 0.55, 95%CI = 0.38–0.80), scheduled caste (AOR = 0.71, 95% CI = 0.51–0.99), and from northeastern (AOR = 0.41, 95% CI = 0.23–0.74) and central India (AOR = 0.56, 95% CI = 0.32–0.95) had lower odds of institutional delivery.

Conclusions:

The findings call for strengthening the continuum of maternal healthcare approach to improve institutional delivery specifically in low-performing states with poor maternal health service utilization among less-educated, rural, deprived, young women, and their parents, as they are less likely to choose ANC, institutional delivery, and post-natal care.
A prospective study on the administration and titration of oxygen therapy in mechanically ventilated patients
Authors: Chandrakar Saurabh , Agarwal Ankit , Jain Gaurav , Udhayachandhar R , Cherian Davis , Patel Nupur B.
Published: February 2025

Background and Aims:

Medical oxygen (O2) is a lifesaving therapy in the intensive care unit (ICU). However, overzealous use and poorly defined O2 targets in ICU patients can increase the risk of hyperoxemia. We aimed to assess the administration and titration of O2 therapy in ICU patients requiring invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) support.

Material and Methods:

In this prospective observational study, all adult patients requiring IMV for more than 24 hours were included over 1 year (December 2020–November 2021). Patients who refused to give consent or required IMV support for less than 24 hours, did not have arterial blood gas data, were at risk for imminent death, or required extracorporeal membrane oxygenation or hyperoxemia therapy were excluded. We calculated the incidence of hyperoxemia (SpO2 > 98%), physicians’ response to hyperoxemia, and factors associated with hyperoxemia. Multivariable logistic regression (MLR) analysis was done to assess factors associated with hyperoxemia.

Results:

Among 400 recruited patients and 4631 observations, 211 patients and 1669 observations had hyperoxemia. In 398 observations, oxygen was decreased. Physicians were reluctant to decrease oxygen when hyperoxemia was observed at lower inspired oxygen (χ2 = 182.1, P value < 0.001). On MLR analysis, the duration of IMV, minute ventilation, and inspired and partial pressure of oxygen were statistically significantly associated with hyperoxemia.

Conclusions:

Hyperoxemia was observed in approximately one-third of observations noted in mechanically ventilated patients. Physicians were reluctant to decrease oxygen when hyperoxemia was encountered at lower inspired oxygen.
Practices and diversities in plexus and peripheral nerve blocks: A survey
Authors: Singh Neha , Ponde Vrushali , Jagannathan Balavenkatasubramanian , Agarwal Gaurav , Roy Ritesh , Dixit Amit
Published: February 2025

Background and Aims:

Regional anesthesia plays a crucial role in perioperative medicine, influencing both immediate and long-term outcomes. However, there is a lack of data regarding the utilization and practices of plexus and peripheral nerve blocks. We attempted to investigate the practices of plexus and peripheral nerve blocks using a validated questionnaire.

Material and Methods:

A questionnaire was validated by 14 experts and was distributed online for the response. There were 1020 responses, and the data are expressed as frequencies and percentages. There were 58.2% females and 41.8% males, including 32.3% of the respondents with more than 20 years of experience and 27.5% having 10–20 years of experience. Participants from teaching hospitals, government, and private college comprised 49.7%, while those from the corporates and private practitioners constituted 50.2%.

Results:

Most participants fell into the age range of 31–40 years, followed by 41–50 years. The regional blocks were performed daily by 21.8%, weekly by 23.8%, every 15 days by 38.4%, and monthly by 16% of the participants. Furthermore, 43.6% of the participants discussed the block plan with the patients. The most common blocks of the upper limb and lower limb were the supraclavicular approach of the brachial plexus block (90.8%) and the fascia iliaca (82.5%), respectively.

Conclusions:

The present survey highlights the details about the present practices, advantages, and limiting factors for using plexus and peripheral nerve blocks. This is the first data acquired with a validated survey from a South Asian Country, which can be used to compare changes in future practices.
Correlation between Serum Caspase-1, IL-10, HOMA-IR, FAI, Dyslipidemia, and Oxidative Stress Status in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Authors: Gusain Neelam , Anjankar Ashish , Ambad Ranjit
Published: February 2025

ABSTRACT

Introduction:

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrinopathy characterized by hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, and dyslipidemia. Inflammation and oxidative stress play critical roles in its pathogenesis. This observational cross-sectional study evaluated the relationship between serum Caspase-1, interleukin-10 (IL-10), homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), free androgen index (FAI), lipid profiles, and oxidative stress markers in women with PCOS.

Materials and Methods:

A total of 150 women diagnosed with PCOS participated in this study. Serum levels of Caspase-1, IL-10, HOMA-IR, FAI, lipid profiles (total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), triglycerides), malondialdehyde (MDA), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) were measured.

Results:

The results revealed significant elevations in Caspase-1, HOMA-IR, and lipid profiles, while IL-10 levels were lower compared to normal populations. Additionally, oxidative stress markers, including MDA, were significantly increased, while SOD levels showed a decline. Positive correlations were observed between Caspase-1, HOMA-IR, dyslipidemia, and oxidative stress markers.

Conclusion:

These findings suggest a crucial link between inflammation, insulin resistance, and oxidative stress in PCOS, contributing to its complex pathophysiology.
Realization of permutations of even degree by products of three fixed-point-free involutions
Authors: Malyshev Fedor Mikhailovich
Published: February 2025

We consider representations of a permutation $\pi$ of degree $2n$, $n\geqslant3$, by a product of three so-called pairwise-cycle permutations, all of whose cycles have length $2$. This is a valid question for even permutations if $n$ is even and for odd permutations if $n$ is odd. We prove constructively that for $n\geqslant4$, $n\neq8$, such a representation holds for all permutations $\pi$ of the same parity as $n$, apart from four exceptional conjugacy classes. For $n=8$ there are five exceptional conjugacy classes, and for $n=3$ there is one such class.
Bibliography: 32 titles.
Zeros of discriminants constructed from Hermite-Padé polynomials of an algebraic function and their relation to branch points
Authors: Komlov Aleksandr Vladimirovich , Palvelev Roman Vital'evich
Published: February 2025

Let $f_\infty$ be the germ at $\infty$ of some algebraic function $f$ of degree $m+1$. Let $Q_{n,j}$, $j=0,…,m$, be the Hermite-Padé polynomials of the first type of order $n\in\mathbb N$ constructed from the tuple of germs $[1, f_ \infty, f_\infty^2,…,f_\infty^m]$. We study the asymptotic properties of discriminants constructed from the Hermite-Padé polynomials in question, that is, the discriminants $D_n(z)$ of the polynomials $Q_{n,m}(z)w^m+Q_{n,m-1}(z)w^{m-1}+…+Q_{n,0}(z)$. We find their weak asymptotics, as well as the asymptotic behaviour of their ratio with the polynomial $Q_{n,m}^{2m-2}$. In addition, we refine the weak asymptotic formulae for $D_n$ at branch points of the original algebraic function $f$ and apply the results obtained to the problem of finding branch points of $f$ numerically on the basis of the prescribed germ $f_\infty$, which is used in applied problems.
Bibliography: 49 titles.
A Simple Algorithm for Consistent Query Answering under Primary Keys
Authors: Figueira Diego , Padmanabha Anantha , Segoufin Luc , Sirangelo Cristina
Published: February 2025

We consider the dichotomy conjecture for consistent query answering under primary key constraints. It states that, for every fixed Boolean conjunctive query q, testing whether q is certain (i.e. whether it evaluates to true over all repairs of a given inconsistent database) is either polynomial time or coNP-complete. This conjecture has been verified for self-join-free and path queries. We propose a simple inflationary fixpoint algorithm for consistent query answering which, for a given database, naively computes a set $\Delta$ of subsets of facts of the database of size at most k, where k is the size of the query q. The algorithm runs in polynomial time and can be formally defined as: (1) Initialize $\Delta$ with all sets $S$ of at most $k$ facts such that $S\models q$. (2) Add any set $S$ of at most k facts to $\Delta$ if there exists a block $B$ (i.e., a maximal set of facts sharing the same key) such that for every fact $a \in B$ there is a set $S' \subseteq S \cup \{a\}$ such that $S'\in \Delta$. For an input database $D$, the algorithm answers "q is certain" iff $\Delta$ eventually contains the empty set. The algorithm correctly computes certainty when the query q falls in the polynomial time cases of the known dichotomies for self-join-free queries and path queries. For arbitrary Boolean conjunctive queries, the algorithm is an under-approximation: the query is guaranteed to be certain if the algorithm claims so. However, there are polynomial time certain queries (with self-joins) which are not identified as such by the algorithm.
The Relationship between Critical Thinking Standards and Critical Thinking Attitudes of Teacher Candidates
Authors: Zeybek Gülçin
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the research is to determine the direction and level of the relationship between the attitudes of teacher candidates towards critical thinking and their critical thinking standards and the degree to which the attitudes of teacher candidates towards critical thinking predict their critical thinking standards. The research model is a correlation survey model, one of the quantitative research models. The study group consists of teacher candidates studying at the faculty of education of a state university in Turkey in the 2023-2024 academic year. When the research findings are examined, it is seen that the attitude scores of the teacher candidates towards critical thinking and the critical thinking standards scores of the teacher candidates correspond to the “very high” level. According to another finding of the research, there is a moderately significant relationship between the level of teacher candidates’ attitudes towards critical thinking and critical thinking standards. Also, it was seen that the attitudes of teacher candidates towards critical thinking significantly predicted critical thinking standards. It can be stated that 45% of the total variance regarding the critical thinking standards of teacher candidates is explained by their attitudes towards critical thinking.
Challenges and Experiences in Teaching Multilingual Learners in Social Studies Classrooms
Authors: Wynne Matthew John , Kim Ji Young
Published: February 2025

This study examines the challenges and experiences faced by educators and school leaders in supporting Multilingual Learners (MLs) in North Carolina’s social studies classrooms. Utilizing a narrative inquiry approach, the research explores the perspectives of 21 ESL teachers and public school administrators through interviews and open-ended questions. Key findings reveal that cultural and language barriers are the most significant obstacles to providing effective instruction for MLs. These challenges are often exacerbated by cultural biases and stereotypes, affecting both educators and students. The study emphasizes the need for targeted professional development programs to equip educators with research-based instructional strategies that address the unique needs of MLs in social studies education.
In Their Words: Assessing Undergraduate Intellectual Curiosity Across Home, Classroom, and Digital Landscapes
Authors: Desir Charlene , Arguëllo Georgina , Panton Rachel , Farraj Amenia , Sylvain Jalynn
Published: February 2025

This study explored intellectual curiosity among undergraduate students, focusing on the interplay of home, school, and digital environments, particularly in the post-pandemic educational context. Employing a sequential exploratory mixed-method design, data were collected from undergraduates at a southeastern U.S. university through surveys, interviews, and reflective journals. The research examined how cultural backgrounds, family dynamics, personal relationships, and digital tools influenced students' learning engagement and intellectual curiosity. Findings revealed that supportive professors, experiential learning opportunities, and the integration of digital technologies play pivotal roles in fostering intellectual curiosity. Students expressed a strong desire to explore new ideas, yet many identified rigid academic structures and outdated teaching methods as barriers to engagement. Family and peer relationships further shaped students' academic motivation, with digital tools such as YouTube, TikTok, and Google serving as significant resources for informal learning. The quantitative analysis highlighted that meaningful professor-student interactions and effective technology integration significantly predicted student engagement. The study underscores the importance of creating culturally responsive, flexible, and interactive learning environments that connect personal, academic, and digital space. The study emphasizes the value of integrating digital tools, cultivating professor-student relationships, and designing innovative teaching strategies to enhance intellectual curiosity. These insights highlight actionable ways educators can create personalized and engaging academic experiences in an increasingly interconnected educational landscape.
Case report: Typhoid fever due to laboratory acquired Salmonella paratyphi confirmed through antibiotic sensitivity testing
Authors: Sohail Shehreen , Ullah Kaleem , Sohail Fareeha
Published: February 2025

Enteric fever is a major public health concern in developing countries. Enteric fever can result from Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi infections after consuming contaminated food or water. The increase in widespread drug resistance is severely limiting treatment options for this serious disease. This case report covers a 23 year old patient history who got lab acquired infection of Salmonella paratyphi A infection. Initially, he experienced symptoms of fever, and irritability, which progressed to severe loose motions and high-grade fever. Due to the worsening condition, the patient was admitted to the hospital where blood testing was done and the patient was advised to be treated with Azithromycin. With appropriate treatment, the patient showed significant improvement, including resolution of fever and normal bowl movement. Management of Salmonella is often challenging but prompt administration of appropriate antibiotics based on sensitivity testing is crucial for successful management. This case emphasizes the importance of early recognition and effective management of this uncommon yet severe complication of Salmonella infection.
Are dendritic cells in smoking induced lung diseases functionally impaired?
Authors: Popper Helmut , Schuller Monika , Al-Effah Mohammed
Published: February 2025

Introduction: Dendritic cells (DC) present antigens for an immune reaction. Subtypes of DC such as plasmocytic (pDC), monocytoid (mDC), immature (imDC), classical (cDC), follicular (fDC), and interdigitating (intDC) and Langerhans cells (LHC) either aggravate or limit an immune reaction. Not much is known about the role of LHC and DCs in respiratory bronchiolitis-interstitial lung disease (RB-ILD), and desquamative interstitial pneumonia (DIP) and Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LHCH).

Material and Methods: 20 cases of RB-ILD, 7 cases of DIP, and 14 cases of LHCH were investigated. All patients were excessive cigarette smokers. Gender distribution showed a higher incidence of males. Immunohistochemistry was performed using antibodies for S100 protein, HLA-DR, CD11b, CD11c, CD14, CD15, CD33, CD35, CD64, CD123, CD303, and CD207.

Results and Conclusion: LHC were enriched in LHCH, and increased in RB-ILD, whereas absent in DIP. cDC were more frequent in LHCH compared to RB-ILD and DIP, whereas mDC were equally found in all three diseases. intDC and imDC were increased in LHCH compared to RB-ILD and DIP. Accumulation of imDC and pDC could be a sign of impaired maturation. Tertiary lymph follicles seen in RB-ILD and LHCH, but absent in DIP, were populated by fDC, other DCs were absent, again pointing to an impaired immune reaction. Follicle centers were seen in RB-ILD but absent in LHCH. pDC were equally seen in LHCH and RB-ILD, but absent in DIP. RB-ILD despite similarities with DIP is a different entity with different subsets of DCs.
Emeritus Clinical Professor Patchrin Pekanan, 1951-2025
Authors: Tanomkiat Wiwatana , Dissaneevate Krisna
Published: February 2025

On January 9, 2025, Emeritus Clinical Professor Patchrin Pekanan, the first author of the first article in the first issue of The ASEAN Journal of Radiology, passed away at the age of 74 years. She was born on June 14, 1951 and graduated from the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand.
To the Radiological Society of Thailand, Professor Patchrin is remembered as a practical and active member. When the executive committee decided to transform the “Thai Journal of Radiology”, the society’s official journal in Thai language, to be the English version titled “The ASEAN Journal of Radiology", her work was featured on the first page of the first inaugural issue of the first volume.
EFFECT OF ACETYLATION ON THE PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND MICROBIAL LOAD OF Manihot palmata STARCH FROM MOKWA, NIGER STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Nwakife N. C. , Muhammad H. I. , Musah M. , Morah E. J. , Andrew A. , Mohammed M. B.
Published: February 2025

Starch expediency in industrial applications is well-defined by its physicochemical properties and functionality. Starch in its native form constitutes certain limitations. Manihot palmata starch extracted from cassava tubers by wet extraction method was modified by acetylation to improve its properties, using maize starch British Pharmacopeia (BP) as control. The effect of acetic anhydride (CH3CO)2O concentrations on the physicochemical properties, as well as the microbial load of the native sweet cassava starch, were studied. The percentage yield of the native cassava starch was 41.56 %; however, the value increased with an increase in acetylation from 89.44 % to 89.92 % for acetylated cassava starch I (ACSI) and acetylated cassava starch II (ACSII) respectively. The acetylation of the cassava starch decreased the pH, moisture content, gelatinization temperature, browning and charring power, and increased amylose/amylopectin content, swelling power, solubility, iodine, acidity, and viscosity. The amylose/amylopectin content, pH, moisture content, viscosity, gelatinization temperature, browning and charring power, solubility in cold water, hot water and ethanol of the acetylated starches were significantly similar at p < 0.05 except for the percentage yield and swelling power. Also, the percentage yield, pH, moisture content, swelling power, viscosity, browning and charring power, solubility in cold water and hot water of the NCS and the acetylated starches (ACSI and ACSII) were significantly different at p<0.05. The amylose/amylopectin contents of the NCS and acetylated starches were significantly similar but differed from the maize starch. The gelatinization temperatures of the studied starches were significantly similar while the swelling powers differ significantly from each other at p ? 0.05. The moisture content, and browning and charring power of the maize starch and acetylated starches were significantly similar at p<0.05 but differ from that of the NCS. The microbial loads of the native cassava starch decreased; with acetylation and an increase in the concentration of the acetic anhydride and serial dilution. However, the microbial loads increased with incubation time and were within the standard specifications but with much load in the unmodified than the modified starch. The results of the sensory parameters for the modified starches had better properties compared to that of the unmodified starch. Thus, acetylation improved its quality as a valuable raw material in the pharmaceutical and other food Industries.
MAJOR, TRACE, AND RARE EARTH ELEMENTS GEOCHEMISTRY OF THE LATE PALEOCENE SHALES FROM GAMBA FORMATION, SOKOTO BASIN, NORTHWEST NIGERIA
Authors: Ogbesejana A.B. , Muaz L. A. , Gobirawa N.S. , Radda F.D. , Akinyemi S.A. , Adeleye A.M. , Egwu A.C. , Sarki Yandoka B.M.
Published: February 2025

The present investigation delved into the geochemical importance of trace elements and major oxide constituents in the shales from the Gamba Formation, Sokoto Basin, Nigeria. by inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF), and statistical methodologies within the context of provenance, tectonic environments, and conditions of deposition. Alkali metals and alkali-earth metal elements, Na, K, Ca, and Mg occurred in very high concentrations in the shale samples while U has the lowest values, indicating the detritus derived from various provenances (felsic and mafic) and reducing conditions of the environment. Among the rare earth elements detected in the shales, light rare earth elements showed enriched concentrations compared to heavy rare earth elements, indicating anoxic conditions. Among the major oxides identified, the shales exhibit elevated levels of SiO2, with Fe2O3 greater than Al2O3; whereas the remaining oxides demonstrate relatively low concentrations. This suggests that shales are predominantly constituted of quartz minerals and were formed in marine settings. Moreover, the distribution patterns of the trace elements and major oxides showed striking similarities in the spider diagrams of UCC and PAAS. The ratios derived from both the trace elements and major oxides, along with the discrimination diagrams, indicated that the shales consist of mafic and felsic detritus. They were likely deposited under varying conditions, such as anoxic and oxic, near the passive margin and continental island arc. These conclusions were further corroborated by the multivariate statistical analyses conducted on the elemental dataset. This study demonstrated the effectiveness of trace elements and major oxides geochemistry in assessing the origin, tectonic setting, and paleoenvironments of shales.
PHYTOCHEMICAL SCREENING AND ANTI-CANCER STUDY OF ETHYLACETATE EXTRACTS OF TWO AFRICAN Tapinanthus SPECIES
Authors: Azeez A. A. , Bhatnagar A. , Makana S. H. , Mandal C. C. , Kumar V. , Aboaba S. A.
Published: February 2025

Cancer- a multifaceted disease- is one of the leading causes of mortality in the world and breast cancer is currently a significant global health issue. Cancer cells in general have developed resistance to most of the existing therapies. Tapinanthus species have been reported for treatment cancer by traditional healers in Africa. For this study, ethylacetate extracts of Tapianthus buntigii growing on Citrus paradise and Tapinanthus dodoneifolius hosted by Parkia biglobosa were screened for phytochemical constituents and anticancer potentials against MDA-MB-231, an a aggressive cancer cell line using MTT assay. The result of phytochemical screening revealed presence of steroids, saponins and cardiac glycosides but absence of tannins, terpenoids, alkaloids, and flavonoids. The extracts showed comparable anticancer activities against the cell line. From the results of this study, it is concluded that the Tapinanthus species could be reservoirs for potent anticancer drugs or lead compounds.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS FOR CEREALS IN CONNECTION WITH MICROBIAL CONTAMINATION
Authors:   University Ss. Cyril and Methodius of Skopje, Institute of Animal Science and Fishery, Skopje, North Macedonia, Menkovska Mirjana , Šarić Marija ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Technology, Novi Sad, Serbia, Knežević Desimir ,   University of Pristina temporary settled in Kosovska Mitrovica, Faculty of Agriculture, Lešak, Kosovo and Metohia, Serbia
Published: February 2025

Food is a necessity for humans and domestic animals, but it can be also a threat to their health and wellbeing. Microbial contamination is the most common cause of foodborne deseases in humans and animals, having also a deleterious effect on the technological quality of grains and food products based on cereals and other field crops. Micro-organisms, such as bacteria and moulds (fungi) may produce toxins. The toxins as secondary metabolites are mycotoxins and most of them are carcinogenic, immunotoxic and haematotoxic, causing many deseases in human and animal population. In this paper is pointed out to the safety and prevention of cereals and their products from mold contamination, including different practices and food processing.
IMPACT OF FOLIAR FERTILIZATION ON GRAIN WEIGHT PER SPIKE IN DURUM WHEAT GROWN UNDER ORGANIC FARMING
Authors:   Tamiš Research and Development Institute, Pančevo, Serbia, Matković Stojšin Mirela , Zečević Veselinka ,   Institute for Vegetable Crops, S. Palanka, Serbia, Milenković Slobodan ,   Educons University, Faculty of Ecological Agriculture, Sremska Kamenica, Serbia, Luković Kristina ,   Institute for Vegetable Crops, S. Palanka, Serbia, Stojšin Milan ,   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Agriculture, N. Sad, Serbia, Stevanović Dragana ,   Tamiš Research and Development Institute, Pančevo, Serbia, Knežević Desimir ,   University of Priština temporary settled in Kosovska Mitrovica, Faculty of Agriculture, Lešak, Serbia
Published: February 2025

The treatment with two foliar N applications (T3), was most effective in improving grain weight per spike in durum wheat genotypes. Genotype KG-3405-03 showed the highest grain weight under T3 in favorable 2013 conditions (1.91 g) but experienced the greatest decrease in 2014. In contrast, genotype KG-43-33/1 achieved the best results under T3 in the less favorable 2014 season (1.61 g), indicating its adaptability to adverse conditions, with foliar N fertilization. KG-28-6 and KG-44-3/1 are more stable and recommended for growing in various agroecological conditions.