bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Predictive Factors of Mortality in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit: A Retrospective Study about 100 Cases
Authors: Chaker A. , Caidi N. , Kaichouh Z. , Awab E. , Moussaoui R. El , Hijri A. El , Azzouzi A.
Published: May 2023

Despite major advances that were made in intensive care unit, mortality rate remains high. The objective of our study was to analyze the incidence and predictive factors of mortality in a surgical intensive care unit, in order to apprehend these factors for an optimal management. We have conducted a retrospective study about 100 consecutive cases of patients admitted to the surgical intensive care unit of Ibn Sina University Hospital in Rabat, during a 3-month period (02/01/2021-02/04/2021). Nearly 20 parameters were collected, analyzed and compared between the group of survivors and the group of deceased. The results shows that the mean age of the patients was 56.86 years, and the sex ratio of men to women was 1,56. Medical comorbidities were dominated by hypertensive and/or ischemic heart disease (38%), diabetes (22%), smoking (27%), neoplasia (17%). 61% of patients were admitted for a surgical pathology, 30% for a medical pathology, and 9% for a traumatic reason. The average APACHE II score at admission was 14,61. On the therapeutic level: 39% of the patients had recourse to vasoactive drugs, 49% had recourse to mechanical ventilation, 6% benefited from extra-renal purification, and 46% from a transfusion of blood derivatives. The average length of stay was 6,46 days. Multivariate analysis using binary logistic regression identified the following factors as independent mortality factors: the existence of neoplastic comorbidities, admission for a medical reason, the elevated APACHE II score, the need for vasoactive drugs, the prolonged mechanic ventilation, the need for transfusion, and the elevated length of stay, all of them were significant. Knowing the predictive factors of mortality will allow us to improve the quality of the care provided, and to target an eventual preventive action to improve the prognosis and to decrease mortality in intensive care unit.
Split-Thickness Skin Grafting of Traumatic Wounds in an Ecuadorian Center
Authors: Riera Marlon San Martín- , Vera Rina Mora- , Gudiño-Cuamacás Edgar , Yépez-Salgado Carlos , Maiguashca-Soliz José , Guzmán-Criollo Clara , Intriago-Ruíz Daniel , Vélez-Santacruz Diana , Zurita-Espinoza Gabriela
Published: May 2023

Introduction: Split-thickness skin grafting is generally used for temporary or permanent coverage of cutaneous defects, including traumatic wounds; they are suitable for large areas of skin loss, granulating tissue beds, tissue loss across joints in areas where contraction will cause deformity, and where epithelialization alone will produce an unstable wound coverage. Objective: Describe graft size, wound location, associated complications, and hospitalization costs in patients who underwent split-thickness skin grafting for traumatic wounds Materials and Methods: retrospective, observational study conducted at Luis Vernaza Hospital during 2022. Data was obtained from the electronic medical records of the patients and organized using Microsoft Excel ®, later they were analyzed using SPSS 25.0 ®. A descriptive report of the clinical-demographic characteristics was made. The qualitative variables were described through frequencies and percentages. Results: 130 patients were included, 25.38% were female and 74.72% male. Most frequent age group was < 40 years (n = 73; 56.15%), most wounds presented in the lower extremities (n = 115; 88.46%) and were mostly caused by road traffic accidents (n = 72; 55.38%). In 86.15% of patients 100% of the grafts were integrated in less than 7 days. Total hospitalization costs averaged $1181.77, including the surgical procedure; maximum length-of-stay was 30 days with an average hospitalization cost of $3183.67. Comorbidities included type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypoproteinemia (40.59%). Complications included infection (22.77%), hematoma (0.99%) and one patient had a total graft loss. Conclusions: split-thickness skin grafting represents a reliable procedure for coverage of many cutaneous injuries, including traumatic wounds, with an acceptable success rate. By following the basic precepts of wound healing along with meticulous tissue handling, split-thickness skin grafting has the potential to play an important role in wound ........
Incidence of Postpartum Depression in Primiparous Women with Obesity and Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Shaik Noor Fathima , Shaik Abdul Bari
Published: May 2023

Background: The postpartum period is a challenging and stressful transition phase for new mothers, accompanied by increased risk of Post partum depression (PPD). Althouh numerous studies have assessed the relationship between gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and PPD, research evidence regarding the possible association of GDM and obesity with PPD is scarce. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the incidence of PPD in primiparous women with obesity and GDM and establish if there is an association between PPD, GDM and obesity. Methods: This is a retrospective record-based study of women with body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m2 and suffering from GDM attending the primary health care centres in PHCC for first prenatal visit up to 8 weeks post-delivery. PPD diagnosed as Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) score ≥9. We computed BMI using self-reported pre-pregnancy weight and measured height. Logistic regression used to estimate odds of primary outcome. Results: The data comprised of a total of 2800 patients of various nationalities. This spectrum included Indians 431 (15.4%), Egyptian 334 (11.9%), Qatari 381 (13.6%), Pakistani 257 (9.2%), Syrian 199 (7.1%), Yemini 158 (5.6%), Sudanese 123 (4.4%), Filipino 118 (4.2%), Tunisian 77 (2.8%), Jordanian 156 (5.6%). Off these patients with increased EPDS risk score 771(27.5%) had a history of GDM and 193(6.9%) had a history obesity respectively. The data compiled showed an increased risk association of obese women with depression (p=0.040) as compared to the GDM (p=0.526) subgroup. All patients’ data was categorised as mild, moderate, or severe risk in accordance with the EPDS screening tool. The risk association was 1.957 times more in those patients with severe risk as compared to the patients with mild risk (p=0.008). Conclusion: Our results showed that pregnant women particulary those who are overweight had an increased succeptibility to developing PPD as per the EPDS scores.
ENDOMETRIOSE INFILTRATIVA DO CANAL DE NUCK NA PARAÍBA: DESCRIÇÃO TÉCNICA DO MANEJO CIRÚRGICO.
Authors: Bandeira Domiciano Carolina , Nascimento de Oliveira Deborah Cristina , Costa Filho Aníbal , Camilo Neto Geraldo , Maia Ana Cecília , Vasconcelos Braga Cavalcante Bianca , Lins Basto Giovana
Published: May 2023

Introdução: Paciente, feminino, 41 anos, nulípara, refere dor pélvica crônica, dispareunia e dismenorréia intensa, edema de aumento progressivo e dor na região inguinal direita, acarretando em forte impacto da sua qualidade de vida. Objetivos: Descrever a técnica cirúrgica utilizada no tratamento de de um caso de endometriose infiltrativa do canal de Nuck, explorando a técnica utilizada, sendo, portanto, relevante o conhecimento dessa condição pela comunidade acadêmica. Metodologia: As informações serão obtidas por meio de revisão do prontuário, entrevista com a paciente, registro fotográfico dos métodos diagnósticos aos quais a paciente foi submetida e revisão da literatura. Resultados: A paciente refere dor pélvica crônica, dispareunia e dismenorréia intensa, edema e dor na região inguinal direita a qual irradia para a porção inferior do abdome que piora durante a menstruação. Associada a esses sintomas, a paciente relata dor em membro inferior direito. Relata ainda que possui esforço evacuatório doloroso e constipação, e negou história de sintomas do trato urinário inferior. Conclusão: Foram solicitados exames de imagem e estudo anatomopatológico, os quais evidenciaram formação sólida centrada na porção distal do canal inguinal direito. Realizada a retirada do fragmento tecidual nodular por meio de cirurgia videolaparoscópica, a paciente segue com ótimo prognóstico. Anatomopatológico confirmou o diagnóstico de endometriose do canal de Nuck.
Implementasi Jaminan Kesehatan Pasien di Semarang Berdasarkan Undang-Undang BPJS
Authors: Vilyasari Linda , Saputra Arikha
Published: May 2023

The purpose of study can be need for comparisons between regulations and what happened in the field in order to find out the good or bad implementation of health insurance and legal protection for BPJS's participants in Semarang. In this study, the writer use empirical juridical research methods, namely legal research about the enactment or implementation of normative legal provisions in each particular legal event that happen in society.  BPJS or social health insurance administration body has been going on and the community has felt the benefit of BPJS, but there are still some obstacles and problems that happen in Semarang, Middle Java. Article 2 of Law Number 24 of 2011 about BPJS consist of three principles in the service of BPJS participants, including: humanity, benefit and social justice for all Indonesians. The result of the study show the implementation of health  insurance in Semarang have been appropriate with Law Number 24 of 2011 about BPJS. The obstacles that consist in the implementation of health insurance in the form of internal and external constraints.

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ECONOMIC THEORIES AND THEIR DUELING INTERPRETATIONS
Authors:   Vladikavkaz Institute of Management, Vladikavkaz, Russia, Fidarova Larisa M.
Published: May 2023

The interpretation of economic theories varies along several dimensions. First, theories can describe reality, illustrate a recommended state of affairs, or analyze the logical consistency of a possible world. Second, theories can be used for prediction or for explanation. Third, theories can relate to reality in a rule-based or case-based manner. Fourth, theories can be statements about economic reality or about the act of economic reasoning itself. Fifth, theories can offer predictions or merely critique reasoning. We argue that theories are often open to multiple interpretations which can shift depending on the context, the surrounding economic literature, and the argument made by the interpreter.
FEATURES OF THE HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT STRATEGY DURING THE TRANSITION TO NEW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES AT A LARGE INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISE
Authors:   Vyatka State University, Kirov, Russia, Karanina Elena V. , Ilysheva Nina N. ,   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin, Yekaterinburg, Russia, Bulgakova Kristina V. ,   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin, Yekaterinburg, Russia
Published: May 2023

Enterprise management strategies are undergoing a powerful transformation in the field of problem solving and data management. The basis of the culture of doing business is the creation of values with the help of innovative technologies. The introduction of digital technologies is inextricably linked with the restructuring of the consciousness of human capital, towards non-standard thinking and continuous learning. The stability of the enterprise in a dynamically changing world is possible when the company is transformed into a training one, this will allow a large industrial enterprise to be able to make new decisions faster than competitors, increase its expertise and strengthen its reputation.
STIMULATION OF THE REGIONAL INNOVATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT BASING ON THE DIGITALIZATION OF THE INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND FORMATION OF AN ECOSYSTEM OF FINANCIAL AND NON-FINANCIAL SECTORS OF THE ECONOMY
Authors:   Moscow International University, Moscow, Russia, Vakurin A. V. , Kuzovleva N. F. ,   MIREA – Russian Technology University, Moscow, Russia
Published: May 2023

The article is devoted to the actual problems of regional innovative systems development. Discussed are such concepts as agglomeration, innovation clusters, investment environment, economic and legal infrastructure, technology transfer, interaction of regional and federal authorities in the field of science and technology. It is noted that the cluster model under the present conditions is not sufficiently effective. It is pointed out that it is necessary to build an effective system for transferring results of applied scientific research into scientific and technical domain for subsequent technological renewal in industries. Conclusions are drawn about unification of regional and federal funding sources for scientific and technical innovations, as well as involvement both financial and non-financial organizations to funding development of regional innovative systems.
ORGANIZATIONAL AND ECONOMIC MECHANISM FOR MANAGING THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE AGROECONOMIC SYSTEM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Kazan Cooperative Institute (Branch of the Russian University of Cooperation), Kazan, Russia, Haidarova Gulusya G.
Published: May 2023

Reforming the economy of the agro-industrial complex under the influence of factors of the external and internal environment has a direct impact on the formation of an organizational and economic mechanism for the sustainable development of the agro-economic system and the development of territories in rural areas. Economic growth is due to the development of scientific and technical potential, innovative progress in technology and technology, a variety of product nomenclature, taking into account the rational use of the natural potential of rural areas. Therefore, the transition to a new type of economic development (innovative development) and the improvement of the organizational and economic management mechanism of the agro-economic system and the development of rural areas is an urgent solution in the agro-industry.
THE CURRENT STATE AND PROSPECTS OF INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT IN RUSSIA AND IN THE WORLD
Authors:   Samara National Research University, Samara, Russian Federation, Gerasimov Kirill B. , Smirnova Elizaveta A. ,   Samara National Research University, Samara, Russian Federation
Published: May 2023

The goal of any enterprise, first of all, is to get maximum profit. To get the desired result, companies need to constantly improve their work or services. It is possible to remain competitive in the market with the introduction of innovations in their activities. Innovation activity is aimed at developing new products that will be attractive to consumers and thereby bring profit to the enterprise. Our economy is constantly in motion, so it is necessary to keep up with the times. This is the reason for the relevance of this article, which presents the current state and prospects for the development of innovative activities not only in Russia, but also in the world.
ANALYSIS OF THE PENSION SYSTEM OF CHINESE CITIZENS
Authors:   Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Moscow, Russia, Sokolov Evgeny V. , Kostyrin Evgeny V. ,   Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Moscow, Russia, Si Suo ,   Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Moscow, Russia
Published: May 2023

The article analyzes the existing pension system in China and the factors affecting the retirement income and expenses of citizens. The development of the pension system, its structure, as well as the main types of pension systems for Chinese citizens are presented. Also in the work, the rates of pension contributions in different provinces of China are given and the calculation of the future pension of a working citizen with an average salary is given.
FEATURES OF MANAGEMENT OF FOREIGN ECONOMIC ACTIVITY OF RUSSIAN COMPANIES IN THE CONDITIONS OF ECONOMIC TURBULENCE
Authors:   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russia, Glinskaya Maria V. , Polezhaev Maxim A. ,   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russia
Published: May 2023

The quality of regulation of foreign economic activity (hereinafter referred to as foreign economic activity) in conditions of instability is endowed with certain specifics, the source of which is the limited capabilities of the state, both financial and physical. The current situation and the complexity of the newly formed circumstances in Russia necessitates the search for new mechanisms to influence foreign trade, as well as ways to rationally combine tools to stimulate and deter international trade activity of the state. However, at present, all the complexity of foreign trade regulation is associated with the need to preserve the profitability of the state on the world market, as well as maximize budget revenues in conditions of limited opportunities for business development and the functioning of the domestic economy. In this case, one of the main tools for ensuring the implementation of the state foreign economic policy is the legal field, the complexity of which lies in their evolutionary nature of development and constant change, including in conditions of economic turbulence. The purpose of the article is to assess the regulation of foreign economic activity in the conditions of turbulence of the domestic economy, as well as transformations taking place in the strategy for the implementation of foreign economic policy. To achieve this goal, the authors have formed and solved tasks, the main among which was the assessment of transformation indicators in the mechanism of regulation of foreign economic activity, as well as the prospects for the development of foreign economic activity in Russia.
THE STATE OF THE WORLD GAS MARKET, DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
Authors:   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russia, Manusajyan Genrikh G. , Belova Irina N. ,   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russia
Published: May 2023

The purpose of the article is to consider the state of the world gas market and its development trends. The analysis revealed the features of the current state of the gas market, identified the main development trends and made forecasts. Today, the natural gas market is of critical importance for most states, being a relatively clean source of energy. However, the dynamically changing world, in political and economic terms, has become a factor that has changed most forecasts, as well as pushed for economic reorientation. Now it is extremely difficult to make predictions, because at any moment something incredible can happen and break all the forecasts based on the very probable.
ANALYSIS OF THE EXECUTION OF THE MAIN PARAMETERS OF THE BUDGETS OF THE BUDGET SYSTEM OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION IN THE CONTEXT OF THE TAX POLICY BEING IMPLEMENTED AT THE PRESENT STAGE
Authors:   Krasnoyarsk State Agrarian University, Krasnoyarsk, Russia, Shadrin Viktor K. , Shestakova Margarita V. ,   Krasnoyarsk State Agrarian University, Krasnoyarsk, Russia, Zangionov Artur N. ,   North Ossetian State University after K. L. Khetagurov, Vladikavkaz, Russia, Zangionova Alina A. ,   North Ossetian State University after K. L. Khetagurov, Vladikavkaz, Russia
Published: May 2023

The article analyzes the implementation of the tax policy of the Russian Federation, aimed at ensuring the sustainability of the budget system in the face of economic and geopolitical shocks in recent years. The authors note the main trends in modern tax policy that help reduce the negative impact of external factors, assess the performance of the parameters of the budget system of the Russian Federation for the period from 2019 to 2021, in order to identify existing trends and features to form a forecast for the planning period.
DEVELOPMENT OF E-BUDGET SYSTEM AND ITS PRACTICAL IMPORTANCE IN RUSSIA
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia, Kazakovtseva Daria M.
Published: May 2023

The current level of technological development requires accelerated introduction of digital technologies and electronic systems into all spheres of social life on the part of both private companies and state institutions. The transition to modern digital technologies is especially urgent for the finance sector which requires maximum speed and comprehensiveness of control and accounting. Public finance, being the core of the country’s economic system, requires the most efficient system for managing cash flows. The e-Budget is designed to provide a reliable and versatile system of finance management, using advanced technologies.
ANALYSIS OF THE ACTIVE ACTIVITIES OF MUNICIPALITIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN AND THE POSSIBILITY OF APPLYING THE ELECTRONIC MUNICIPALITY
Authors:   Dissertator, Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Baku, Azerbaijan, Salaev Elkhan A.
Published: May 2023

The article examines the current state of the municipalities of Azerbaijan and their adaptation to the prospects for the application of innovations. The current active activity of municipalities, the possibilities of using an electronic municipality to improve governance have been studied. The article uses ADF, DOLLS and CCR tests as scientific research methods. The result of the analysis of financial dynamics gives reason to note favorable conditions for achieving economic progress in the work of municipalities. This shows that they have opportunities to improve their activities by taking advantage of innovative and cost-effective technologies. The innovative activity of the municipality as a scientific innovation, including technological features of the electronic municipality, is investigated. It is concluded that such a new approach can significantly improve the efficiency and quality of life of citizens.
STRATEGIC MARKETING SOLUTIONS IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Authors:   Ministry of Education and Science of Donetsk People’s Republic, Donetsk, Russia, Volkova Lyubov N.
Published: May 2023

The purpose of the article is to formulate strategic and operational marketing solutions in the field of educational services. The article contains marketing research of both strategic and operational nature, focused on the choice of an educational organization by an applicant. According to the results of the scientific research, important and strategic objects in the field of education are presented, with which higher educational organizations and organizations of secondary vocational education interact in the educational services market and which form the core of the marketing microenvironment. Based on national and state programs for the development of the economy and education, it is concluded that education has become quite affordable and the value of education is becoming higher. The massive pace of development and a wide range of educational services served as an impetus for the development of educational organizations and institutions, the latest technologies in the promotion of educational services. The education system is developing on the basis of the knowledge system and the knowledge economy, which have a significant impact on the overall development of the education system, which significantly contributes to the increased demand for educational services, the large-scale development of the educational industry as a whole, the opportunity to bring the educational system to a new level that would comply with all the principles of digitalization of education. The results of the scientific research allowed us to present the developed strategic marketing solutions that will help accelerate the promotion of educational services based on the right marketing tools. The results of the study will allow the applicant to make his choice regarding a specific educational organization for training and obtaining the necessary competencies for work.
IoT Based Air Quality Monitoring System Using Arduino
Authors: - Shazia Afroze , - Md. Istiak Hossain Paran , - Rakibul Hasan Roki
Published: May 2023

In this work, Internet of Things (IoT) system has been devised to monitor in real time the basic pollutants like Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide, Particulate matter, Temperature, Humidity, Pressure. The Primary focus of this paper is to monitor air quality at indoor and outdoor level of residential and industrial sectors by using in total of five sensors, ESP8266 Wi-Fi module and Arduino Uno. The emission from vehicle modeling and vehicle’s other emissions can be monitored easily through the internet. A real time air quality monitoring system is essential for Bangladesh especially in Dhaka City because, here the pure air is getting denser and polluted day by day. All sensors real-time data will be displayed on LCD and only the humidity and temperature will be shown on the server. With the help of this project, we have been able to take real-time data of the North and the South side of Dhaka city in February 2023 and plotted curves in Excel. After the analysis of output curves from the Excel plots, we found out our air is very polluted and getting thicker day by day.
Solar based Wireless E-vehicle Charging with Solar Traking
Authors: - C. Antony Pratheesh , - Sadhasivam R. , - Loganathan G. , - Sharan B.
Published: May 2023

Charging while driving the electric vehicle on road with wireless charging.
Marketing Strategies of Bulrush Mats in Thiruvanamalai Districts: A Case of Producers, Traders & Retailers
Authors: - A. Sagaya Lourdu Samy , - M. Kalaiyarasu
Published: May 2023

Bulrush mats are a popular type of floor covering that have been used for centuries in various parts of the world. They are made from the stalks of bulrush plants that are woven together to create a durable and attractive Bulrush mat that can be used in a variety of settings. The production and marketing of bulrush Bulrush mats is an important industry that has significant economic and cultural value for many communities.

Bulrush mat factories are owned by rural Thiruvanamalai farmers. Bulrush mats are the industry's main product. Bulrush mat production has decreased, thus manufacturers in the Thiruvanamalai District must research ways to increase consumer demand. The survey found two Bulrush mat makers in each Thiruvanamalai village. The district's most prominent manufacturers are local. This research may help Thiruvanamalai District bulrush mat factories increase demand. These methods may boost Bulrush mat demand.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused losses in the Bulrush mat sector in the Thiruvanamalai District as a result of a drop in the deliveries made by suppliers by 50%, a reduction in demand by 63%, a reduction in employees by 31%, and a reduction in inventory by 38%. In August of 2020, there were fewer people employed in the manufacturing of Bulrush mats, and sales reached a new low of 48.1. Bulrush mat producers are seeing a decline in the manufacturing of items, which is the general difficulty that they are encountering in their businesses.

Some of the owners of Bulrush mat manufacturing concerns in Thiruvanamalai district do not have strategies to raise the demand for Bulrush mats, which is the unique issue affecting their businesses.

Purpose Statement: This qualitative multiple case study's objective was to investigate the various methods that proprietors of Bulrush mat manufacturing plants in the Thiruvanamalai District employ in order to boost consumer demand for their products. The population that was targeted comprised of 70 producers and 40 traders of Bulrush mats manufacturing units in the Thriuvanamalai District. All of these individuals had previous experience successfully increasing the demand for Bulrush mats. Increased revenue is one of the implications for social transforBulrush mation. This might mean a greater income base for local governments, which could then be used to implement community-based projects. Additional implications for good social change include a reduction in the rate of unemployment, the creation of new jobs, and the development of an awareness of the significance of replacing an old Bulrush bulrush mats with a new one in order to gain the major health benefits that a new Bulrush matting may bring.
Topology Optimization of a Steering Knuckle
Authors: - Mailapali Kumar Raja , - Jarajapu Naveen Kumar , - Boddeda Poorna Chandu , - Araku Uday Kiran , - Locharla Prem Kumar , - Bandaru Koushik , - Kannuru Gowri Naidu
Published: May 2023

Steering knuckle is an important component from safety point of view since they are subjected to large amount of stresses. Hence to study the stress pattern in steering knuckle. ANSYS static structural workbench model is used. For analysis purpose basic model is prepared by picking data from available literature. For numerical analysis steering knuckle is prepared by using the software CATIA V5 and the stress analysis is done by FEM in ANSYS. Topology optimization have been performed for optimization of the volume and reduce the materials from the steering knuckle by using topology optimization module in ANSYS. Comparison between the results from post and pre-optimization will be done and discussed.
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Open Defecation among Secondary School Students of Kolhabi Municipality, Nepal
Authors: - Rabina Khadka , - Karan Kumar Chaudhary , - Amrit Bist , - Pankaj Kumar Singh
Published: May 2023

Background: Sanitation is fundamental to human development. Many international organizations use hygiene and sanitation facilities as a measure of progress in the fight against poverty, disease, and death. On September 30, 2019, Nepal was declared open defecation free (ODF), but still, It is seen that some rural parts of Nepal, along the Terai, where there are practices of open defecation. This study aims to assess the prevalence and associated factors of open defecation among secondary school students in Kolhabi Municipality.

Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among 196 secondary school students of Kolhabi Municipality, Bara district. A semi-structured, self-administered questionnaire was used for data collection.

Result: Among 196 respondents, the prevalence of open defecation was 16.8%. Among the respondents who openly defecate, nearly half of the respondents (48.5%) gave reasons for open defecation as their peer does, followed by insanitary toilets (24.1%) and the continuation of an ancestor’s way of life (21.2%). The prevalence of open defecation was higher among males (30.7%) than females (8.3%). The distance between the water source and toilet (p = 0.018) and the sex of the respondents (p = 0.000) showed significant associations with the prevalence of open defecation.

Conclusion: A study showed the high prevalence of open defecation, although Nepal was declared open defecation-free. So, the attitude of the students’ needs to be changed. There should be a formulation and involvement of a committee at the ward level for awareness and sustainability of the program related to sanitation.
Organizational Commitment, School Environment, and Work Ethics on Job Satisfaction of Private School Teachers
Authors: - Rian Pescadero Maisog
Published: May 2023

The main objective of the study was to develop a structural model on teachers’ job satisfaction in the private schools of Region 10, particularly the Private Schools Athletic Association in Region 10 (PRISAA-X) and Bukidnon Association of Catholic Schools (BUACS) member schools.

The study was conducted among the seven PRISAA-X-member schools and five BUACS member schools where 979 teacher-respondents coming from the 12 different private schools have represented to answer the questionnaires.

The study revealed that teachers’ organizational commitment is high as measured through affective commitment, normative commitment, and continuance commitment in the private schools particularly in region 10. Moreover, teachers are satisfied on the school environment in terms of staff freedom, students support, professional interest, innovation and participatory decision making especially when it comes to their working environment where most of the private schools created a positive atmosphere for the teachers. Additionally, teachers’ work ethics were good in terms of order factors such as hard work, morality/ethics, centrality of work, wasted time, delay of gratification, self-reliance, and leisure; hence, the result demonstrates that the private school teachers have upright work ethics. Further, the descriptive analysis of the teachers’ level of job satisfaction as measured through advancement, responsibilities, colleagues, supervision, working conditions, and pay shows that teachers were satisfied working in the private schools.

The measured variables of organizational commitment, school environment, and work ethics showed a significant relationship to the teachers’ job satisfaction. However, affective organizational commitment, school environment measured through student support, professional interest, and staff freedom, and work ethics through self-reliance, hard work, centrality of work, wasted time, and delay of gratification were the best predictors on teachers’ job satisfaction.

The best fit model was anchored on organizational commitment and work ethics. A holistic job satisfaction paradigm was designed based on the generated structural model for private school teachers.
The Customs and Confrontations of Devadasis in Our Society
Authors: - Ranjani S.
Published: May 2023

Devadasi system has been a topic of several studies in the early Middle Ages these were the women who were recognized with a lot of wealth and fame and were dedicated to temples. - Devadasi functions have been part of worship throughout the long history of the temple system. In India, the practice began and developed in the early Middle Ages. Recently the system is associated with humiliation and prostitution. This article examines the inclusivity of Devadasi in society and the challenges faced by the community.
Limiting the Crowding Out Effect of Macroeconomic Variables- An Empirical Study of India
Authors: - Sukhmeet Kaur , - Sarwdaman Kashyap
Published: May 2023

Purpose: To use the empirical findings to advocate policies intended to enhance the crowding-in effects and to limit the crowding-out effects. The article analyses macroeconomic variables while controlling fiscal and monetary variables, focusing primarily on the relationship between capital formation and public debt in India.

Methods: The research uses a multiple regression model to evaluate long-run and short-run investment flows within a dynamic catalyst theoretical perspective. We employ a core sequence of financials statistics that includes improved organized management sector coverage.

Findings: Our findings imply that, if the amount is invested effectively, capital formation and economic expansion go hand in hand. Public investment encourages private counterparts in both the long and short runs, barring industry-level short-term crowding-out in the industrial and financial services sectors. Fiscal imbalance, implied macroeconomic variables, and sovereign susceptibility, however, have a negative impact on capital formation. However, when the government sector invests in extraction and production but less in infrastructure, the long-term crowding-out impact of budget deficit is quantitatively higher.

Implication: Significant infrastructure spending as a percentage of total government spending would lessen the negative effects of the deficit on capital formation. Furthermore, sound fiscal reforms and control of the consumer price index would boost the private investment market.
The Coastal Protection Measures and Techniques for Shoreline of Visakhapatnam
Authors: - Kathula Supriya , - Sooraj Ganga
Published: May 2023

Globally, most coastlines' rapid erosion is seen as a serious issue. Anthropogenic activities and coastal hydrodynamics are the major culprits. Along with difficulties related to pollution, accretion, sedimentation, and climate change, the coastal zone also experiences these issues Climate change will accelerate sea level rise, saltwater incursions, and storm surges. To safeguard homes, infrastructure, and cultivated land, significant effort has been made to mitigate coastal erosion issues and restore coastal capacity. Different kinds of hard structures were used to solve these issues, but the majority of these solutions had limited success since they failed to consider the complete ecological situation. This encouraged the coastal engineers to consider new designs for environmentally friendly constructions that would better fit the surrounding ecosystem. This report reviews global protection measures and categorizes them primarily into four groups: hard, soft, combination, and novel approaches. Each type's use and negative effects are briefly described. It is obvious that using soft engineering, eco-engineering approaches, or a mix of these to improve the ecological condition is the preferred strategy. This article's aim is to suggest practical remedies for this problematic situation in Visakhapatnam by examining reviews and a few global case studies.
To Study the Effectiveness of Online Marketing on Integrated Marketing Communication
Authors: - Sourabh Priyadarshi , - Prince
Published: May 2023

It is a study on how online marketing is effective for consumers as well as organization towards their brand awareness.
Impact of Socio-Economic Background of ITI Students on their Performance in Punjab
Authors: - Anjali Pathak
Published: May 2023

The study showed that the performance of a student is positively related to its qualification and its parents' income.
Ramgarh Shekhawati: An Analytical Study of Medieval Settlement
Authors: - Mahesh Kumar , - Ritu B. Rai
Published: May 2023

Ramgarh Shekhawati kown as “Ramgarh Sethan” is a town located in the Shekhawati region of Rajasthan, India. The town was settled by Poddars in medieval era. The town is known for its settlement pattern, havelis (mansions), chattries and frescoes. The town is characterized by its narrow streets, which are lined with havelis and other traditional buildings. The town's layout having grid pattern, with a central market area surrounded by residential neighbourhoods. The settlement study reveals about the evolution & planning of town of medieval town based on geographical, water management, security aspects, trading activities, environmental & socio-cultural aspects. As Ramgarh also lies in silk route in medieval era, this aspect has also played an important role in planning of the town. Overall, the settlement study of Ramgarh Shekhawati reveals a historic and culturally rich town, with a distinctive architectural style and a strong sense of community. Further the study illustrates the major zones at macro level along with the layout & functionality aspects of various urban elements. At macro level clusters are having their unique identity based on socio-cultural, urban fabric, functionality, street character & environmental aspects; based on these aspects clusters are planned with Grid iron pattern, chowk pattern & branch pattern. Town has four entry gateways which lead to the central chowk & ramgarh fort. All the basic basic emenities like dharmshala, temple, step well were constructed near to the entry gateways of town to avail the basic facilities to the traders & visitors.
Estimating Time to Progression of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Tolerance
Authors: - Vijayvenkateshwaran M. , - Murali T. , - Santhosh B. , - Sathish B.
Published: May 2023

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory disease that affects millions of people worldwide. Predicting the time to progression of COPD is critical for optimizing patient care and treatment planning. However, COPD progression is complex and multifactorial, and estimating time to progression accurately remains challenging. In this study, we propose a novel approach for estimating time to progression of COPD using a Random Forest model. Random Forest is an ensemble machine learning technique that combines multiple decision trees to make predictions. We incorporated the concept of tolerance into our model, which allows for variability in COPD progression rates among individuals.
We utilized a dataset of COPD patients, including clinical and demographic variables, collected over a multi-year period. The dataset was divided into training and testing sets for model development and evaluation, respectively. The Random Forest model was trained on the training set using features such as age, gender, smoking history, lung function parameters, and comorbidities. The Random Forest model with tolerance outperformed traditional models in estimating time to progression of COPD. The tolerance concept allowed the model to account for inter-individual variability in COPD progression rates, which is a critical aspect of COPD prognosis. The model achieved high accuracy and robustness in predicting time to progression of COPD in the testing set, indicating its potential clinical utility. A novel approach for estimating time to progression of COPD using a Random Forest model with tolerance. This approach has the potential to improve the accuracy of COPD prognosis, leading to better patient care and treatment planning. Further validation studies are warranted to validate the clinical utility of our proposed model in diverse COPD populations.This project describes the pulmonary chronic disease detection and classification is done with different observing similar disease conditions or functional status from the upper to the lower boundaries of a specified time interval Different types of radiological report is analyzed for different radiologic reports disease detection and classification is done with different radiological reports The proposed model is compared with different machine learning models compared with different stages of COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Ancient Manuscripts of Rajasthan: A Study on Kota Archive
Authors: - Archana Pathak , - Shesh Mishra
Published: May 2023

Manuscript is a big source of knowledge for our future generations. Many libraries and institutions have preserved these perishable materials as a valuable thing for research and knowledge, which is very important for the cultural and historical ethos of our nation. The large amount of manuscripts preserved in the research institutes in Rajasthan state are a good evidence of richness of Rajasthani culture, traditions and knowledge .
The large artistic paintings on cloth, miniature paintings, many forms which are scribed on Tad Patras (plant leaves), Bhoj patras (birch bark of tree) Charmpatras (leather sheets), Wooden panels, cloth manuscripts known as “Kharha” and most of the paper manuscripts with illustrations in different styles are available here and denote the specialty of Rajasthani literature.
Due to several factors, these valuable written materials are getting destroyed gradually, therefore preservation techniques are being used for these materials to save first in physical form and then in digital version. This paper highlights the collection, development, types of manuscript materials and preservation policies used by kota Sangrahalaya, Rajasthan, under the supervision of NMM and Rajasthan Oriental institute, Jodhpur. It also highlights the working status of the National Mission for manuscripts and summarizes the preservation status in the state of Rajasthan in India.
To Develop an Application for Farmer's of Systematic Farming by using Machine Learning
Authors: - Malik Pankaj Tulshiram , - Malik Rahul Dattatray , - Rothe Rahul Gopinath , - Bagul Gautam Milind , - Gaikwad Sanjay Dattatray , - Abhale B.A.
Published: May 2023

The foundation of the social and economic development of our nation is agriculture. However, the bulk of farmers continue to struggle for access to better agricultural facilities. With the support of various government policies, the government also assists farmers with their benefits. The use of the internet and smartphones for smart farming is well known among today's farmers. Growing numbers of educated people are working in agriculture, and they have started using cell phones in rural areas. This Crop Guidance and Farmer's Friend application's primary goal is to help farmers increase their production while also keeping them informed about the most recent agricultural-based data utilised for smart farming. The suggested system is intended to monitor local weather factors like temperature, humidity, and environmental changes. Farmers' time and effort are reduced by this application, which also helps them obtain the current market price for various harvests, fertilisers, and vegetables without having to go to the market. Through this application, the data (value, climate, and most recent rural technology) will be sent to the farmers. This app offers farmers a lot of assistance and keeps them informed. It provides a means of support for practically the whole population, boosting national GDP and creating jobs
The Status of Women in Terms of their Reproductive Capabilities: A Study of the Novel “The Collector’s Wife” by Mitra Phukan and “Rebirth” by Jahnavi Barua
Authors: - Ankana Saikia
Published: May 2023

This paper discusses the crucial role of women in the progress and development of a country and the challenges they face due to historical discrimination and unequal opportunities. The paper focuses on fertility behavior, which is influenced by various socio-economic and cultural factors, including women's status, economic dependency, and autonomy. Infertility is a serious issue that affects the lives of couples, especially women, who are at a higher risk of experiencing social stigma, emotional stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. The patriarchal society's bias towards men further complicates the status of infertile women, who are often subjected to ridicule, shame, and even domestic violence. This paper aims to analyze the novels "Rebirth" and "The Collector's Wife", which provide insight into the challenges faced by women in societies that prioritize motherhood and the pressure to produce offspring. The analysis of these stories can shed light on the cultural and societal norms that perpetuate the discrimination of women, especially those who struggle with infertility.
Convexities and Concavities of Means using Vander Monde’s Determinant
Authors: - Vimala T. , - Namitha R. , - K.M. Nagaraja
Published: May 2023

Greek terms for concavity and convexity are explored in this study, with the outcomes inferred using Vander monde's determinant.