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საზოგადოება „შევარდენი“ როგორც კულტუროლოგიური ფენომენი და გერონტი ქიქოძის ერთი ნაშრომი
Authors: კუჭუხიძე გოჩა
Published: December 2024

The work provides discussion of Sokol Society (sokol – falcon) estab­lished in Czechia by Miroslav Tyrš and Jindřich Fügner and similar public movement named Shevardeni (meaning of this Georgian word is also falcon) established by Giorgi Nikoladze, Giorgi Egnatashvili, Gaioz Berelashvili, Davit Javrishvili, Tamar Nikoladze etc. According to the article, just like So­kol, Shevardeni was not a purely sports society and its purpose was disse­mi­nation of the moral-oriented philosophy and original esthetics related to many arts (painting, poetry, choreography, music...), members of the Society were closely related to the spheres of medicine, social and political sciences. Similar to Sokol, worldview of Shevardeni was mentally close to the ancient Hellenic world, in particular, with Kalokagathia.
Shevardeni had time to publish quite limited literature, but these pub­lications demonstrate that many Georgian poets, musi­cians, painters, publi­cists (Shio Mgvimeli, Mikel Pataridze, Sezman Ertatsmindeli, Ioane Kipiani, Ivane Beridze, Evgeni Mikeladze, Va­le­rian Sidamon-Eristavi, Soso Aslanish­vili, Vano Pataridze, Ivane Machavariani...) collaborated with Shevardeni and esthetics, close to ancient Hellenic and Czech Sokol, gradually estab­lished in their art. For Shevardeni, similar to Sokol from Prague, revival of the national spirit was one of the main goals, Hellenic and Czech Sokol esthetics influenced members and followers of Shevardeni but they intended to develop this esthetics on the basis of Georgian national soil (they have created the Society’s anthem relying on the national spirit, also Georgian logotypes, national sportswear etc.). They had no time to fully realize their ideas. Shevardeni was founded in 1918 and, supposedly, for alleged nati­onalism, it was terminated by the Soviet government in 1922.
Magazines published by Shevardeni contained numerous ar­ticles that, regarding both, their contents and stylistics, were quite close to one of the works (“On Physical Upbringing”) by famous Georgian writer and politician Geronti Kikodze (1888-1960) pub­lished in 1919 (generally, this book was very popular in 20s in Georgia); it praises ancient Hellas and discusses the worldview that has the greatest influence on the ancient Greek philosophy, litera­ture and arts; Kikodze’s work mentioned Czech Sokol in very posi­tive context… In our opinion, in addition to the fact of existence of Sokol in Prague, the mentioned work by Geronti Kikodze has also contributed to emergence of the idea of creation of the society similar to Sokol in Georgia.
According to the main conclusion in the work, Georgian so­ciety She­vardeni existing in the period from 1918 to 1922 should not be regarded as a sports organization only and the history of its activities should be studied in the aspects of philosophy, fiction, many arts, medicine, political, social sciences etc.
ბარათაშვილის ეპიგონი „კლდე-კანელის“ ლექსების ატრიბუციისათვის
Authors: გაბოძე ჯულიეტა
Published: December 2024

The article echoes Professor Gocha Kuchukhidze's letter "Who is hiding behind the pseudonym Klede-Kaneli (unknown poems of Nikoloz Baratashvili?)". According to the author, two po­ems under the pseudonym Klede-Kaneli in the Censor Committee Fund of the National Archives of Georgia (folder 480-1-718), titled: "I found the temple" and "God-parent", may belong to Nikoloz Bara­tashvili, and the family name Palavandishvili written underneath refers to them. On the origin from the archive of Nikoloz Palavan­dishvili. The poems were submitted for publication in the "Theatre" newspaper. On January 26, 1886, the chief censor, Solomon Me­lik-Megrabov, was forbidden to print the poems, taking into account the 6th and 9th clauses of the statute of the censorship committee.
Is it possible that Nikoloz Baratashvili is the author of the presented poems? In addition to the public's great interest in the issue, it is my duty as a textologist and scientific head of the Bara­tashvili project to answer this question! (Project FR-23-10216. 2023 19.12.– 2026 19.12 "Preparation of a new academic volume of the works of Nikoloz Baratashvili and a digital chronicle of the poet's life and work" is supported by the Rustaveli National Science Foundation).
Determining attribution (issue of authorship) in textology requires com­plex research and is based on the following necessary data: 1. Documen­tary references (writer's archive, autograph and prin­ted sources, bibliog­raphic lists, biographical references, memo­ries of contemporaries, various types of records, censorship commi­ttee materials, prints, etc.); 2. Ideological analysis of texts 3. Lin­guistic-stylistic research (see studies: Reiser, Opuls­kaya, Shtokman, Lortkipanidze). However, due to the lack of sufficient docu­mentary material, the researcher may not be able to reach the exact result even by using these methods, that's why in the academic editions of the essays, a section is allocated the so called "Dubia" ("The suppo­sed"), where texts are printed, about the authorship of which there are more or less credible arguments (see studies: Prokhorov, Chrelashvili).
The article presents all the arguments, considering which allows us to prove that the opinion about the origin of the poems from Nikoloz Pala­vandishvili archive is based only on the assum­ption of the researcher, and we do not have any other credible argu­ment yet. Also, it is impossible to attribute these poems to Nikoloz Baratashvili, since we do not have enough documentary material for the present time; Ideological and stylistic com­patibility of the poems with Baratashvili's poetry is not observed.
Hence, the arguments presented by the researcher are insuffi­cient to determine the attribution of the text. For the same reason, we do not con­si­der the mentioned poems as probable texts, and we do not consider it appro­priate to include them in the "Dubia" sec­tion at this stage.
გრიც ხალიმონენკოს „ქართული ლიტერატურის ისტორია“
Authors: მჭედელაძე ივანე
Published: December 2024

Development of Kartvelology has a national significance along with the scientific. In the political and cultural environment caused by the trans­national processes of modern globalization, it is impor­tant to determine the place of each national culture. This becomes particularly relevant in the case of preserving the identity of the ori­gi­nal cultures of a small number of coun­tries. From this point of view, studying the self-contained culture of Geor­gia, as a small country and adapting it to the cultural achievements of mo­dern hu­ma­nity is the main challenge of both Georgian and foreign Kartve­lology studies.
Both, the traditions and the modern state of Kartvelology stu­dies ab­road are well known for us. It should be noted that Ukrai­nian Kartvelo­logy studies have a rich and long tradition, which is still not properly stu­died in Georgian literary studies. The existing scientific literature on the reflection of Georgian literature and culture in Ukraine is somehow influ­enced by ideology, precisely because of the Soviet ideological science, many facts were unknown and not accessible to researchers. These materials are, in fact, unknown even to Georgian scientific circles.
In the report, I discuss the unique monograph "History of Georgian Literature" (Kiyv, 2021) by the Ukrainian Kartvelolologist Hryts Khalimo­nenko, which in terms of scope, depth and volume of research can only be compared to Donald Rayfield's "THE LITE­RATURE OF GEORGIA". In order to fully analyze the work, I will consider the tradition of Kartvelology studies and the study of Georgian literature in Ukrainian science. In order to analyze this issue in depth, in the report I will also discuss the unknown archival materials that I have found. This kind of approach shows, on the one hand, the relationship of the mentioned work with the already existing tradition, and on the other hand, highlights a new stage of modern Ukrai­nian Kartvelology studies.
Spread Bacterial Toxins through Food
Authors: Labib Raed , Irmawati Anis , Devijanti Ridwan Rini , Saskianti Tania , Noman Labib , Ahmad Azzaim Yassir , Javany Pranida Nadya , Ramadhani Puspita , Faizah Balqis Noor
Published: December 2024

Background: Bacterial toxins in food cause widespread foodborne illnesses. These illnesses are a major public health concern globally. Bacteria are responsible for most food poisoning cases. Food safety measures are crucial to prevent the spread of these toxins. Millions of people are affected by foodborne illnesses annually, leading to hospitalizations and deaths. The problem is exacerbated by global socioeconomic development and the increasing complexity of food supply chains.
Objective This study aimed to review the spread of bacterial toxins through food.
Discussion Bacterial toxins in food cause widespread illness and death. Poor food handling, weak regulations, and inadequate education contribute to the problem. Common foodborne pathogens include Campylobacter spp., E. coli, Non-typhoid salmonellosis. Bacillus cereus. Shigella spp., and Listeria monocytogenes. These bacteria produce toxins that cause various illnesses, such as diarrhea and kidney failure. Improving food safety practices is crucial to prevent the spread of bacterial toxins.
Conclusion The intricate problem of bacterial toxins spread through food necessitates enhancing food handling, improving sanitation practices, reinforcing regulations, and educating food handlers are vital measures to enhance food safety and reduce foodborne illnesses caused by bacterial toxins.
Analysis of the Potential and Carrying Capacity of By-Products from Oil Palm Plantations (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) and Sago Plants (Metroxylon sp.) as Livestock Feed in Southeast Sulawesi
Authors: * SYAMSUDDIN , Bain ALI , SANTY Asminaya NUR , Saili TAKDIR
Published: December 2024

The potential of by-products from palm oil plantations (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) and sago plants (Metroxylon sp.) in Southeast Sulawesi are a primary focus in the context of extensive plantations covering thousands of hectares. Despite their significant potential, the existence of these by-products has not been quantitatively assessed to support livestock feed provision in Southeast Sulawesi. This study aimed to evaluate the potential and support capacity of by-products from palm oil and sago plantations for livestock feed through statistical data analysis and laboratory analysis approaches. The research findings indicate that the oil palm plantation area (9,303 ha) can produce by-products such as PDS at a rate of 80,990 tons/ha/year, meeting the needs of cattle at 8,999 ST/hectare/year. Additionally, TKS production was 81,426 tons/ha/year, fulfilling the requirements for cattle at 9,047 LU/hectare/year. LKS production stands at 5,692 tons/ha/year, providing cattle at 632 ST/hectare/year, whereas BIS production reaches 8,542 tons/ha/year, meeting the needs of cattle at 949 LU/hectare/year. The sago plantation area (2,672 ha) can produce sago plant by-products in the form of ATS at a rate of 5,576 tons/ha/year, satisfying the requirements for cattle at 620 LU/hectare/year. Utilization of by-products from palm oil (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) and sago plants (Metroxylon sp.) require more planning to maximize their utilization.
LATAM-URG Study: A Collaborative Investigation of Urgent Abdominal Procedures in Latin America.
Authors: Avellaneda Nicolas , Morton Dion , Alves Martins Bruno Augusto , Moreira Junior Helio
Published: December 2024

The LATAM-URG study was initiated to address a critical gap in the understanding of the incidence, management, and outcomes of urgent abdominal procedures in Latin America. The primary purpose of this study is to gather comprehensive data that will inform clinical practice, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to the global body of knowledge on emergency surgical care. Specifically, the study aims to quantify the burden of these procedures, assess variations in surgical practice, and identify factors that contribute to the high mortality associated with laparotomy in the region.
Photomapping hospitals from a major surgical randomised controlled trial
Authors: Anyomih Theophilus , Picciochi Maria , Ademuyiwa Adesoji O , Adisa Adewale , Bhangu Aneel , Ghosh Dhruv , Glasbey James , Haque Parvez D , Ingabire JC Allen , Ismail Lawani , Ramos de la Medina Antonio , Nepogodiev Dmitri , Ntirenganya Faustin , Tabiri Stephen
Published: December 2024

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Geospatial analysis of first, second, and third level hospitals in a surgical network in the low and middle income countries
Authors: Matei Ana , Mulliez Albane , Alexander Philip , Bhangu Aneel , Boumas Natacha , Gyamfi Frank Enoch , Hopane Nare , Isiagi Moses , Picciochi Maria , Okereke Chukwuma , Tubasiime Ronald , Nepogodiev Dmitri
Published: December 2024

Introduction
Distance from a healthcare facility is a barrier in access to surgery. Methodologies to evaluate the population covered by a hospital are time consuming and costly. The aim of this study was to analyse the population density around hospitals to pragmatically evaluate their access while comparing differences between hospital types.
 
Methods
This analysis was conducted in the hospitals that participated in an international cohort study on inguinal hernia patients (HIPPO study). Hospitals located in low and middle income countries were eligible for inclusion and were classified as first-referral, secondary, tertiary level hospitals. For each hospital, location and GPS coordinates were reported in maps. The population density within a 5km, 40km and 80km radius was calculated. The medians and interquartile range of the population densities were calculated in two stages: considering each hospital and considering the number of patients recruited.
 
Results
This analysis included 326 hospitals: 38 first-referral, 84 secondary and 204 tertiary level hospitals. For the 5km distance, the population density increased from first referral to tertiary hospitals (median of population density 1776, 3439 and 6979, respectively). In 40km and 80km radius, the same trend was observed (351, 300 and 888 for 40km and 294, 197 and 462 for 80km). When adjusting and weighting the patients recruited for the study, the differences became more evident.
 
Discussion
This analysis showed that in less densely populated areas first-referral hospitals predominate. The methods described can be used in other studies to evaluate the population that can be covered by different healthcare facilities.
Surgical Approach for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; Deep Brain Stimulation and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Authors: Umera Saleem  , Syed Mohsin Raza Bukhari  , Ali Mehdi
Published: December 2024

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric condition characterised by dysfunctional beliefs and recurrent urges, often accompanied by anxiety and depression. Significant progress has been made in the field of neuromodulation for OCD, particularly through deep brain stimulation (DBS) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Both techniques have been in use for some time, but there remain important challenges to address, particularly regarding public acceptance and ethical concerns surrounding these interventions.
Optimization of Ethanol Production from Enzymatically Saccharified Biomass of Acid-Pretreated Rice Straw
Authors:   Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, Azhar Muzammal Mateen , Ali Qurban ,   Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, Malik Arif ,   Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, Khalili Elham ,   Department of Plant Science, Faculty of Science, Tarbiat Modarres University, Iran, Javed Muhammad Arshad ,   Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, University of the Punjab Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, Ali Shinawar Waseem ,   Department of Food Science, University of the Punjab Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan, Haidar Saleem ,   Department of Food Science, University of the Punjab Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Published: December 2024

The substrate of rice (Oryza sativa) straw employed in this study was procured from local market and stored in polyethene bags until needed. The study was conducted to find out the effects of process optimization of ethanol production from enzymatically saccharified biomass of acid-pretreated rice straw. The results indicated that acid pretreatment has reduced lignin content about 50%. Resultantly, pretreatment raised cellulose contents up to 52% making it suitable for enzymatic saccharification. Optimization of saccharification illustrated that parameters such as biomass, enzyme concentration, temperature, incubation time and agitation indeed affected the action of cellulase on pretreated biomass releasing sugars up to 31.0g/L. The results clearly indicate the need for optimization at every point in the ethanol production process for efficient use of resources and maximum yield without wastage. Among various operational modes of fermentation studied, such as batch, semi-continuous and continuous, the semi-continuous process gave better ethanol yield of 23.4 g/L. This implies potential use of the process in industrial grade ethanol production. Collectively the study has shown that rice straw can serve as a lignocellulosic substrate, utilizing acid pretreatment for cellulose exposure and enzymatic saccharification to release fermentable sugars for production of ethanol.
Building connections: Discovering the entrepreneurial mindset by creating a three statement financial model
Authors: Lynch Carlton Adam , Cupertino Pedro Cordeiro Povoa , Chikwendu Daniel Ikechukwu , Subramaniam Sivaganeshwar , Alagiri Siddharth
Published: December 2024

This research evaluates the effectiveness of a project-based learning initiative involving the creation of a three-statement financial model within an undergraduate engineering course, aimed at enhancing financial decision making capabilities related to capital equipment, sales, and operational expenses. To determine how the integration of KEEN's entrepreneurial mindset within a project-based curriculum impacts students' understanding of financial principles and their ability to apply these concepts in engineering contexts. We implemented the development of a financial model into the project for a hypothetical startup manufacturing company. This project served as the core task for the course, requiring students to apply newly learned financial concepts to create income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Data were collected from formal presentations and reports, including reflective essays. The findings indicate significant improvements in students' financial literacy and their ability to identify and leverage
interdisciplinary connections. Participants reported increased confidence in handling complex financial tasks and a greater appreciation for the role of financial acumen in engineering practice. The project-based approach, enriched with the entrepreneurial principles of KEEN, effectively bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This method fostered a proactive and exploratory learning environment, thereby enhancing students' readiness for the professional challenges of the engineering sector.
Six sigma black belt certifications - A process to compare & evaluate available certification options: A certification report card
Authors: Kluse Christopher
Published: December 2024

Six Sigma certification remains as a popular credential among many quality professionals. With the vast number of options available, a comparison of these options is needed since cost, duration and curriculum varies significantly among the certification options. In this paper a method to evaluate Six Sigma Black Belt Certification curricula against the criteria outlined in ISO 18404 (ISO 2015) is presented. The paper will serve as a guide and comparison methodology for those looking to select an appropriate certification option. Additionally, it provides a baseline for evaluation of Six Sigma Certifications to satisfy college course (six sigma related courses) credit as prior learning experience (PLA).
Annual wildlife strike rate by damage category in the United States 2013-2022
Authors: Alharbi Malek Mualla , Meechan Catherine , Sharma Vivek , Wheeler Brooke
Published: December 2024

Strikes between wildlife and aircraft are a common occurrence, posing many risks to aviators,aircraft, and passengers, in addition to harming wildlife. Previous studies have shown trends between wildlife collisions and bird migration, ways to mitigate wildlife strikes, costs due to strikes, and analyses of damage caused by different types of animals. These studies did not examine the frequency of wildlife strikes with respect to the severity of aircraft damage from the strike. Data on reported damage to aircraft due to strikes within the past ten years, from 2013 to 2022, were collected using the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Wildlife Strike Database. This research focused on determining whether there was a difference in the annual wildlife strike rate by damage category in the United States (US) between 2013 and 2022. Upon analysis, the results revealed that more wildlife strikes reported “none” or no damage to aircraft than minor, undetermined, substantial, and destroyed categories. While most reports reported no damage or minimal damage, collisions between wildlife and aircraft remained a continuous threat, for there were 64,224 reported strikes made within the US by aviators during this period.
Strengthening the connections: The impact of Monte Carlo simulation on the entrepreneurial mindset of engineering undergraduates
Authors: Lynch Adam Carlton , Cupertino Pedro Cordeiro Povoa , Chikwendu Daniel Ikechukwu , Subramaniam Sivaganeshwar , Alagiri Siddharth
Published: December 2024

This study explores the integration of financial modeling into the curriculum of engineering decision analysis, to enhance student learning, while preparing them for real-world challenges. We employed frameworks from the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN), the Society of Decision Professionals (SDP), and the Corporate Finance Institute (CFI). Undergraduate engineering students participated in a two-phase project: Phase 1 involved creating a 3-Statement Financial Model which consists of Income Statement, Balance Sheet, & Statement of Cash Flows, while Phase 2 expanded this model's complexity. Students conducted discrete scenario analyses and incorporated Monte Carlo simulations to assess financial outcomes under uncertainty. Verification and validation processes ensured model accuracy and reliability. The study demonstrated significant improvements in students' decision-making and practical skills, bridging engineering and finance. In the future, we will explore the relationship between engineering, finance, operations research, marketing, and innovation management. The use of SDP and CFI materials facilitated a robust learning experience, improving student’s risk management and ability to make informed decisions. The interdisciplinary approach fostered collaboration, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial mindset. The methodology provided a scalable template for integrating financial modeling into various educational settings, to benefit both academic pedagogy and industry practices. The findings show the importance of experiential learning and interdisciplinary education in shaping proficient, adaptable professionals and engineering entrepreneurs. These insights can inform government policy, promote data-driven decisions in public sector projects, leading to effective and resilient policies.
The Impact of the Lomé Charter on Combating Trafficking in Persons at Sea: A South African Legal Perspective
Authors: Nkomadu Obinna Emmanuel
Published: December 2024

A major maritime problem on the African continent is the widespread proliferation of threats to maritime security, including trafficking in persons (‘TIP’) at sea. The relevant South African legislationis the Prevention and Combating of Trafficking in Persons Act 7 of 2013. South Africa and other states on the continent have taken several steps to address this scourge; despite those steps, TIP continues. For that reason, and to address many other maritime security threats in Africa, member states of the African Union adopted in 2016 the African Charter on Maritime Security and Safety and Development in Africa (‘the Lomé Charter’), which has yet to come into force. This article analyses the relevant pre-existing international instruments, the TIP provisions of the Lomé Charter and the South African legislation. The South African legislative provisions are then compared with the relevant provisions of the Lomé Charter to establish whether any legal steps are required to ensure that South Africa complies with its TIP-related obligations under the Lomé Charter should South Africa decide to ratify the Lomé Charter and should the Lomé Charter come into force. The legal steps required are that South Africa must, among others, adopt policies that guarantee the availability of resources, either from public funds or by forging public-private partnerships, to invest in equipment, operations and training to combat TIP at sea. In addition, South Africa should join other state parties in adopting guidelines and modalities to assist them in fulfilling their obligations in the Lomé Charter.
Relationship between Predictors of Human Resource Development and Social Security for Attaining Bangladesh’s Vision 2030
Authors: Hassan Shafiqul
Published: December 2024

Bangladesh Economic Review (2023) as an important measure taken by the Bangladeshi government to foster between human resource development (HRD) and social security (SS) towards achieving the Vision 2030 in the country. Nonetheless, there is insufficient research in the recent time that empirically investigated the relationship between various underlining predictors of human resource development and social security in the country. The primary objective of this study is to explore the highlighted predictors of human resource development and social security in Bangladesh. Quantitative research design was used to examine the variables of this research. The population of this study comprised experts in education, digital technology, health, employment, women/children, social welfare, social security. Convenient sampling technique was used to choose 281 respondents. Both validity and reliability of the instrument were established. Questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection and Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 23.0 was utilized for data. Descriptive Statistics with frequencies and percentages were used to analyze demographic information of the respondents and Pearson moment product correlation was employed to determine the relation between predictors of predictors of human resource development and social security in Bangladesh. The results of shared variance from Pearson moment product correlation demonstrated that there was high level of correlation between health as a predictor of human resource development and social security; there were moderate correlations between education, digital technology and women/children as predictors of HRD and social security and there were low correlations between social welfare and employment as predictors of HRD and social security in the country.
Being Malaysian: The Role and Challenges of Citizenship Education
Authors: Aziz Nur Atiqah Tang Abdullah; Nurazimah Binti
Published: December 2024

Citizenship Education in Malaysia is a product of social fragmentation that carries legal and sociological meanings. This paper aims to pull together citizenship and education as central themes, not legal but the sociological aspects, with ‘nation-of-intent’ as a conceptual framework. However, the present effort of citizenship education in Malaysia is based on a particular form of ‘nation-of-intent’ (‘Bangsa’ Malaysia). The concept of citizenship and citizenship education in Malaysia is prompting only one form of ‘nation-of intent’ available in the country, whereas there are other nations as well, apparently. The presence of plurality of ‘nation-of-intent’ in contemporary Malaysia demonstrates the fact that dissenting voices are present and heard, within and without government. Therefore, in the context of different ‘nation-of-intent’s which exist, there is a need to explore and clarify what being ‘Malaysian’ means in its true context.
CHO‘L MINTAQASI O‘TLOQI-ALLYUVIAL TUPROQLARNING EKOLOGIK-BIOLOGIK HOLATI
Authors: Saidova Munisa
Published: December 2024

В статье представлены данные, полученные в результате анализа эколого-биологического состояния луговоаллювиальных почв пустынного региона. Неблагоприятные климатические условия пустынной территории являются причиной пониженной биологической активности исследуемых почв, наиболее высокая БА наблюдалась в основном весной. Это связано с наличием благоприятных гидротермических условий и питательных веществ для протекания биологических процессов в это время, летом наблюдается несколько снижение и к осени несколько повышение биологической активности почвы. Также, выявлено, что изменение общей биологической активности почв зависит от содержания в них гумуса и питательных веществ, механического состава, давности орошения и степени засоления. Таким образом, результаты показывают, что интегральный показатель биологической активности почв может широко использоваться при оценке реакции почв региона на внешние воздействия, а также эффективности осуществляемых мер по сохранению и повышению плодородия почв
QISHLOQ XO‘JALIGINI RIVOJLANTIRISH VA ISLOH QILISH SHAROITIDA BANDLIK MASALALARI
Authors: Fayzullayev Maqsud
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматриваются особенности занятости в сельском хозяйстве, характеризующиеся влиянием
различных факторов. Для этого были выбраны показатели, характеризующие занятость в сельском хозяйстве, определены основные причины снижения занятости населения и предложены пути решения этих проблем. Наряду с Узбекистаном были проанализированы показатели занятости в сельском хозяйстве стран мира
INULA HELENIUM L O‘SIMLIGI ILDIZINING TARKIBIDAGI FLAVONOIDLAR MIQDORINI ANIQLASH
Authors: G‘aybullayeva Ozoda , Islomov Akmal , Misirov Shirazi
Published: December 2024

В данной статье методом высокоэффективной жидкостной хроматографии определено количество флавоноидов в корне лекарственного растения Inula helenium L, произрастающего на территориях Хатырчинского района Навоийской области, и приведены сведения о его физико-химических свойствах и освещены спектральные характеристики и возможности его использования в медицине.
G‘O‘ZANING SUV ISTE’MOLINI BELGILASHDA AGROMELIORATIV LIZIMETRLARDAN FOYDALANISH
Authors: Qodirov Isomiddin , Urinov Jamol , Budak Burcin
Published: December 2024

В данной статье приводится определение территории, на которой будет возводиться лизиметрический комплекс, и изучение ее мелиоративного состояния, определение водно-физических свойств почвы, уровня и минерализации сточных вод.
HUDUDLARDA YER KADASTRI MA’LUMOTLARI ASOSIDA YERLARDAN SAMARALI FOYDALANISHNI TAʼMINLASH YO‘NALISHLARI
Authors: Yunusov Begench
Published: December 2024

Перевод юридически неактивных земель, выявленных в результате комплексного обследования земельных
участков, в актив, принятие мер по созданию возможности повторного использования земель, вышедших из употребления, а также правильному учету земельных ресурсов в количественном и количественном отношении. качество землепользования считается одной из постоянных тем повышения эффективности.
С этой точки зрения в статье приведены некоторые отчетные данные, касающиеся категории земель сельскохозяйственного фонда земельного фонда Республики Каракалпакстан и дисбалансов между землями в собственности, а также анализы, концепции, выводы и рекомендации по их устранению данный
Neurodivergent perspectives on video games
Authors:   , Meinen Lisanne
Published: December 2024

In this thesis, I explore how video games can contribute to dealing with neurodiversity in our society in a morally responsible way. In the media and beyond, the term neurodiversity has become widely used. This concept indicates that people can think, feel, act, experience, and communicate in a multitude of ways, one way in principle no better or more desirable than the other. Although the terminology is gaining popularity, the critical potential of neurodiversity theory is far from being realized. Western society is built on certain norms regarding (cognitive) functioning, which require some people to adapt much more than others, regularly resulting in, for example, anxiety or depression. Additionally, some people have a higher support need than others, but this is still too often framed as an individual rather than a societal responsibility. Cultural expressions such as video games are pre-eminently a place where prevailing normative ideas about cognitive functioning (e.g., sociality, perception, and attention) are reproduced and/or challenged. In addition, the ever-growing game industry forms an increasingly fundamental part of the cultural sector. However, nuanced representations of neurodivergence in video games are still limited, and both game design and research on neurodivergence primarily work from a top-down approach that is limited to an instrumental and medical perspective. In this thesis, I therefore connect insights from critical disability and neurodiversity theory to video games to analyze how neurodivergence figures in different ways in this virtual and interactive cultural medium. I argue that through immersion, affect, and player choices, video games often add an additional moral layer that increases players’ involvement and responsibility toward the representation of neurodiversity. My research project is structured around three different research questions, investigating cultural representation, phenomenological understanding, and the speculative potential of video games. Following this focus, I analyze several single-player entertainment video games: Unravel, Celeste, Night in the Woods, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Stardew Valley, and To the Moon. How do these video games illustrate, resist, or open up the meaning of concepts such as play, empathy, pedagogy, and social justice? To this end, I analyze genre, form, content and player perspective. I consistently argue for putting the experiences of neurodivergent people at the center of knowledge creation and game design with respect to specific expressions of neurodivergence. In addition, understanding the workings of neuronormativity helps to counter stereotyping in the narrative and visual design of video games, and questioning prevailing beliefs about the default player can also enrich game design. My end goal with this thesis is explicitly ameliorative: my research aims to make video games and the gaming community a more inclusive place for anyone who cannot and/or will not conform to a neurotypical norm.
Onchocerciasis associated epilepsy in South Sudan, an epidemiological, social and entomological study
Authors:   , Jada Stephen
Published: December 2024

Onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness, is a neglected tropical disease caused by nematode parasite Onchocerca volvulus. It is transmitted to humans through repeated bites of female black flies. Onchocerciasis is a known cause of eye and skin disease, posing significant socioeconomic challenges to the communities affected. In recent years there has been a surge in reports detailing an increase in epilepsy cases including nodding syndrome in onchocerciasis endemic areas where the onchocerciasis elimination measures are either sub-optimally functioning or nonexistent. Recent epidemiological studies in countries in Central and East Africa suggest onchocerciasis can induce epilepsy. While substantial epidemiological evidence indicates an association between epilepsy and onchocerciasis, the precise pathophysiological mechanism by which the O. volvulus parasite induces the disease has remained unidentified. Many retrospective studies from East Africa suggest that strengthening the onchocerciasis elimination programme could prevent onchocerciasis associated epilepsy (OAE) including nodding syndrome. This PhD project investigated the burden of OAE including nodding syndrome in onchocerciasis endemic villages in Western Equatorial State, South Sudan. It also investigated the effect of strengthening onchocerciasis elimination programme on the incidence of epilepsy including nodding syndrome. The first, and second study was conducted in onchocerciasis-endemic villages in Mvolo, and Mundri in June 2020, and July 2021 respectively investigating the epidemiology of epilepsy in onchocerciasis endemic areas. The third and fourth study was conducted in 2020 in Maridi and Mundri. To investigate the beliefs and perceptions about epilepsy and its treatment among the communities in the endemic areas, and to investigate the epilepsy treatment and care cost for people living with epilepsy and their families. The fifth study was conducted in Maridi in period 2019 to 2021. In this study we evaluated the impacted of a community directed vector control intervention” Slash and Clear’’ on the reduction of the blackfly population in villages around the Maridi dam, the blackfly breeding site The sixth study was conducted in March 2022 in Maridi County to evaluate the impact of bi-annual CDTI and a community-based vector control method on onchocerciasis transmission and the incidence of OAE in Maridi County. This PhD study provides additional evidence for the association between onchocerciasis and epilepsy for strengthening onchocerciasis elimination measures to reduce the incidence of epilepsy including nodding syndrome in onchocerciasis endemic areas.
Performance engineering and ageing studies in flow batteries
Authors:   , De Wolf Renée
Published: December 2024

Greenhouse gas emissions related to the use of fossil fuels and their negative impact on the environment, as well as the rapid rate of depletion of non-renewable energy sources, have led to a shift from fossil-based to renewable sources. However, such sources are of an intermittent and variable nature with fluctuating energy production levels. Consequently, energy storage is required to match the production and consumption profile and ensure a reliable electrical grid. In this regard, flow batteries constitute a promising energy storage technology as they have long cycle life, long durability, can be upscaled flexibly as power and energy are decoupled, and have a tuneable depth of discharge range. Furthermore, they have a low self-discharge and are a safe technology due to their non-flammable electrolytes. Unlike conventional batteries, the electrolyte in flow batteries is non-stationary, being subject to convective mass transfer effects, which are critical for obtaining a higher power output. This work comprises a dual approach. On the one hand, applying mass transfer enhancing strategies to flow batteries for increasing their power density. On the other hand, studying the suitability of accelerated ageing methods of flow batteries. While the long lifetime is an advantage of flow batteries, it leads to difficulties when studying their degradation across scales. Consequently, both objectives of this work focus on the performance of flow batteries, one aiming at improving it and one at intentionally accelerating its degradation.
Determining the age classes of free-ranging female nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus) in southern Texas, USA
Authors: Granger Megan , Hilton Clayton , Henke Scott , Perotto-Baldivieso Humberto , Schofield Landon , Campbell Tyler
Published: December 2024

Age classification methods have not been evaluated for free-ranging nilgai antelope (Boselaphus tragocamelus) either on their native or introduced ranges of southern Texas, USA. Our objectives were to 1) determine if cementum annuli aging was a feasible method for aging nilgai, 2) measure the crown-lingual crest heights of nilgai molariform teeth to assess if these measurements were correlated to the cementum-annuli age of nilgai, and 3) develop nilgai age classes based on visual observations of tooth eruption and wear patterns. Six commercial nilgai meat harvests were conducted via helicopter from May–September 2018–2021 across 3 properties. We collected data from 225 harvested nilgai (n = 213 females and n = 12 juvenile males). We found significant relationships between cementum annuli ages and the crown-lingual crest heights of nilgai teeth (n = 63). However, the relationship was weak given the low R-squared values (0.23–0.46), suggesting that the age of female nilgai does not explain a large amount of variation among tooth heights (i.e., wear). From nilgai teeth samples, we documented 13 tooth eruption stages and 6 age classes. Female nilgai age classes presented provide land managers with the basic tools needed to assess population age structures. On the Indian subcontinent, our method could be used to evaluate age-biased predation on free-ranging nilgai.
Unveiling the Nexus: How High-Performance Work Practices Influence Employee Innovative Work Behavior through the Lens of Perceived Organizational Support
Authors: Shaheen Asma , Nawaz Muhammad Kashif , Sattar Shahzadi , Nawaz Sadaf
Published: December 2024

Using a theoretical framework based on signaling theory, the purpose of this study is to explore the spectrum of HPWP (high-performance work practices) that induce personnel to engage in innovative work behavior; it also explores the influence of HPWP on employee IWP (employee innovative behavior) and develops the mediation role of perceived organizational support. In order to improve IWB in five-star hotels, this study is primarily developed as a quantitative investigation based on the positivistic paradigm. Its goal is to uncover the wonders of high-performance work practices. Primary data was gathered by disseminating a self-administered questionnaire via Google Docs complemented by a self-generated Excel sheet. The study's sample is derived from five-star hotels in Pakistan's four major cities: Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and Multan. We used SEM bootstrapping and correlation analysis on 365 responses. The findings demonstrated a strong relationship between innovative work behaviors and high-performance work practices among employees in five-star hotels. Furthermore, a mediator between high-performance work practices and innovative behaviors is perceived organizational support that should be given due weightage to benefit human resources.
Research Competence and Attitude toward Research of Faculty in State Universities and Colleges in Iloilo
Authors: Pedrajas Raquel
Published: December 2024

The research competence of Faculty in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) is crucial in advancing research progress. A positive attitude toward research encourages faculty to engage in research activities and professional development actively, fostering a research-driven academic environment. Research competence and attitude toward research are influenced by years of experience and access to research training, which can either enhance or limit faculty's ability to contribute effectively to institutional research goals. This descriptive-correlational study examined the relationship between research competence and attitude toward research of 256 faculty in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in Iloilo. Using a researcher-made questionnaire, results revealed that the Faculty of SUCs were “Competent” in research and exhibited a “Positive attitude” toward research. The research competence of faculty in SUCs was not statistically different when classified as years of teaching experience and significantly different when classified as research-related training. The attitude toward research was not significantly different when classified as to years of teaching experience and significantly different when classified as to the number of research-related training. There was no significant relationship between research competence and attitude toward research of faculty in SUCs.
e-Justicia inteligente: navegando por los desafíos de la arquitectura de la información y la IA
Authors: García-Varela Iglesias Román
Published: December 2024

Esta obra se encuentra ligada y complementa a su predecesora «La Administración (Judicial) Electrónica». En este caso, el autor se adentra en los impactos que los avances tecnológicos están acarreando sobre los pilares que vertebran nuestro sistema de convivencia, focalizándose en sus efectos materializados en el sistema judicial. Resulta evidente que la justicia no responde a las necesidades imperantes de nuestro tiempo y las herramientas digitales deben suplir esta carencia. El binomio datos e inteligencia artificial (IA) pueden tener la solución al problema.

El potencial de la información obrante en el lago de datos del Estado Social Digital es un instrumento a nuestra disposición que no podemos desaprovechar. Sin embargo, existen límites técnicos, jurídicos y éticos que deben respetarse bajo el prisma del interés público y la proporcionalidad como mecanismo de control.

Todos estos cambios disruptivos acontecidos gracias a la digitalización deben ser gestionados de forma adecuada y bajo mecanismos colaborativos pues de no hacerse así las consecuencias pueden ser nocivas. En la dimensión judicial, los beneficios potenciales del uso de estos sistemas pueden ser múltiples, brindándonos diversas oportunidades, entre ellas, una optimización a todos los niveles que repercutiría en la mejora de la gestión de los recursos personales, económicos y materiales de esta maltratada Administración, así como en el impulso de la capacidad de respuesta de nuestros juzgados y tribunales.

Sin embargo, se hace necesario llevar a cabo modificaciones que traerán consigo la reinvención del orden jurídico-procesal como lo conocemos, con el consiguiente cambio de paradigma que supone teniendo en cuenta las diversas interferencias que puede ocasionar sobre los principios y derechos del que se sustenta.

Los datos y la IA que acompañan esta nueva revolución digital también están suponiendo a su vez la aparición de nuevos derechos en nuestro tiempo. Un nuevo Corpus iuris digitalis está por venir.
Linguistic Interactions: The Influence of English on Macedonian
Authors:   FON University, Mitkovska Liljana
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the influence of English on Macedonian from a contact linguistics perspective. In language contact situations, linguistic borrowing becomes a common process. The goal of this research is to explore the mechanisms of borrowing from English as Macedonian speakers are increasingly exposed to this language driven by globalization and technological advancement. The analysis focuses on linguistic interactions at both the lexical and morphosyntactic levels. It begins by examining material and pattern borrowing, highlighting how English terms and patterns have been integrated into Macedonian vocabulary. The discussion then turns to the morphosyntactic level, providing a brief overview of how English has influenced Macedonian grammar. The paper concludes with remarks on possible strategies for confining borrowing within reasonable limits in order to ensure the future integrity of the Macedonian language.