bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Molecular cloning, expression pattern of Trypsin gene and association analysis with growth traits in Penaeus monodon
Authors: Li Yun-Dong , Zhou Fa-Lin , Yang Qi-Bin , Jiang Song , Yang Li-Shi , Huang Jian-Hua , Chen Xu , Mai Qianlin , Jiang Shi-Gui
Published: September 2022

A novel TRY homolog was cloned in Penaeus monodon by RACE technology, named PmTry (GenBank: KP998480). The PmTry cDNA was 916 bp, which encodes 266 amino acids with a predicted molecular weight of 28.38 KDa and an isoelectric point of 4.58. Homologous analysis indicated that PmTry shared 42%~91% similarity with other species. The phylogenetic tree showed that PmTry was closely related to Fenneropenaeus chinensis. Tissue expression profiles showed that PmTry was highest expressed in the hepatopancreas and the lowest expressed in the eyestalk nerve. It was expressed in the whole growth stage of P. monodon, but the relative expression level of each stage was significantly different. In addition, PmTry-524 and PmTry-798 were particularly related to growth traits of P. monodon by genotype. The SNP markers may provide a basis for genetic selection and breed improvement studies in P. monodon.
Proximate Composition, Phytochemical Profile, Antioxidant, Antidiabetic and Anti-inflammatory Properties of Justicia carnea Leaf Powder
Authors: OLORUNTOLA Olugbenga David , AYODELE Simeon Olugbenga , ADEYEYE Samuel Adebowale , FASUHAMİ Oluwagbemiga Samuel , OSOWE Clement Olufemi , GANİYU Taiwo Oladamola
Published: September 2022

Determining the proximate composition, phytochemical profile, antioxidant, anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory effects of Justicia carnea leaf powder (JLP) is the goal of this study. The results revealed that the crude fat (8.19%) had the lowest content in JLP and the nitrogen-free extract (37.85%) had the greatest. JLP included 9.98 percent crude protein, 17.54 % crude fibre, and 18.18 % ash, respectively. Phenol had the highest concentration (383.15 mg/g), whereas flavonoids (1.84 mg/g) had the lowest concentration. Alkaloids, tannins, saponins, and steroids all had concentrations of 24.03 mg/g, 84.81 mg/g, 188.13 mg/g, and 231.3 mg/g, respectively. JLP had a 62.21 % inhibition of lipid peroxidation and a 28.49 % scavenging of ABTS radicals, respectively. The percentages for the DPPH radical scavenging, Fe chelation, and hydroxyl radical inhibition were 54.05 %, 42.81 %, and 54.35 %, respectively. JLP's alpha-glucosidase and alpha-amylase inhibition activities were 65.96 and 65.82 %, respectively. JLP had a 35.51 % albumin denaturation inhibition and a 61.58 % antiprotease activity. Thus, these results suggested that JLP possesses antioxidant, antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory activities.
Evaluación de los factores clave que intervienen en la enseñanza técnica de la salida de natación: un estudio piloto con estudiantes de educación secundaria
Authors: Illera-Delgado Luis José , Martinez Aranda Luis Manuel , Gea-García Gemma María
Published: September 2022

El currículo educativo de la asignatura de Educación Física es muy amplio y flexible. Esto facilita la inclusión de contenidos como la natación en el aula, donde se pueden extrapolar algunas pruebas técnicas y mediciones que permiten al profesorado obtener información no sesgada. Teniendo en cuenta que una ejecución eficaz de la técnica de salida es fundamental para el resultado obtenido al nadar, el objetivo de este estudio fue analizar la influencia de la extensibilidad de los isquiosurales y la fuerza del tren inferior como herramientas de mejora para la salida de la natación dentro de las clases de Educación Física a nivel escolar. Diecinueve estudiantes (15,95 ± 2,7 años) participaron en este estudio realizando 3 salidas, utilizando la técnica Track Start (TS), y diferentes test de salto. La extensibilidad de los isquiotibiales se evaluó mediante la prueba de elevación de la pierna recta (SLR). No se encontraron correlaciones entre las variables de salida de natación y la extensibilidad de los isquiosurales. Los resultados sugieren que el grado de extensibilidad de los isquiotibiales de los nadadores no es un factor limitante en el resultado de la salida. Además, la mejor prueba de salto que se puede utilizar para evaluar el rendimiento entre la salida y el tiempo para alcanzar los 15m (T15) es el Squat Jump (SJ) (r = -.929, p = .000). Estos resultados indican que los estudiantes con mayor fuerza en la parte inferior del cuerpo tienen cierta ventaja al realizar este tipo de actividad deportiva de natación
Apoyo de los padres en la gimnasia artística masculina: (Parental support in men's artistic gymnastics:)
Authors: Vargas Pauline Peixoto Iglesias , Rinaldi Ieda Parra Barbosa , Capraro André Mendes
Published: September 2022

Este artículo tuvo como objetivo analizar, a partir de las narrativas de las gimnastas, la participación de los padres durante la trayectoria deportiva de los atletas del equipo brasileño masculino de gimnasia artística (GAM), entre 2013 y 2021. Entrevistas semiestructuradas con cinco gimnastas que participaron de las principales competencias internacionales en el período. Luego de la transcripción de las entrevistas, un grupo de investigadores realizó el análisis de datos e identificó las siguientes unidades temáticas: cultura deportiva familiar; inserción en la modalidad; apoyo al mantenimiento de la formación; y apoyo emocional. El apoyo de los padres demostró ser fundamental para que estos atletas ingresaran y continuaran entrenando, incluso con relación a la viabilidad financiera, después de todo, el apoyo financiero (patrocinio y becas) al inicio de la trayectoria fue escaso. La participación de los padres incluye la participación en asociaciones deportivas y mudarse a otra ciudad. Los padres juegan un papel importante de apoyo emocional.
Income Inequality Measurements through Tax Data: the case of Greece
Authors: Kotsios Panagiotis
Published: September 2022

Abstract

The goal of this research was to measure income inequality and the distribution of the tax burden in Greece, by using open tax data released by the Greek Independent Authority of Public Revenues. The findings reveal multiple distortions in the disperse of tax burden among taxpayers’ income groups, along with very high income inequality among the population. The calculated Gini coefficient and S80/S20 ratio were found to be considerably higher than any previous measurements performed by international organizations and European statistical authorities through household surveys. The findings indicate an urgent need for an income and tax policy overhaul in the country, while the methodology that was used in the research can be replicated in other countries.

JEL classification number: D63, H2, O2.
Keywords: Tax, Income inequality, Greece, Gini coefficient.
Escala de valoración para entornos virtuales de aprendizaje (EVA)
Authors: Diaz Dumont Jorge Rafael
Published: September 2022

La presente publicación tiene como fin dar a conocer y validar un instrumento que permita medir el uso que tienen los Entornos Virtuales de Aprendizaje para los usuarios que interactúan con estas “Plataforma Virtuales”, conocidos igualmente por su abreviatura “LMS” (Sistema de Gestión del Aprendizaje), que son concretamente programas de computadoras que se utilizan para la creación, gestión y distribución de actividades formativas a través de la Web; son aplicaciones que facilitan la creación de entornos de enseñanza-aprendizaje, integrando materiales didácticos, herramientas de comunicación, colaboración y gestión educativa. En este contexto es importante indicar que la presente publicación recopila información contenida en la Tesis Doctoral del mismo autor sustentada el 30 de marzo del año 2015 en Lima Perú y publicada posteriormente el Alemania Siendo así, esta publicación toma como referencia la referida Tesis Doctoral del mismo autor que se encuentra en la Biblioteca Nacional Alemana (DNB)
Certificación Digital con QR
Authors: Garcia Curo Gianmarco
Published: September 2022

La certificación le atribuye a un usuario haber cumplido una designación, curso o haber culminado satisfactoriamente una determinada actividad; sin embargo, a lo largo de los años su versión física está siendo desplazada por los certificados digitales, posicionándose una excelente alternativa. La certificación digital por sí misma debe contar con identificadores que permitan verificar su originalidad; sin embargo, incrustarle la verificación QR le da un valor agregado, el acceso con este tipo de identificador simplifica el proceso de verificación de originalidad, ya que se puede acceder desde cualquier equipo con lectora QR. El sistema de emisión de certificados digitales es un sistema web, dadas sus características de accesibilidad, para su desarrollo son necesarias un conjunto de herramientas y la aplicación de una metodología para garantizar el cumplimiento de requerimientos que una entidad establezca para su propio sistema de emisión de certificados. Regular la emisión de certificados es importante, la gran cantidad de entes proveedores permite una tasa mayor de falsificaciones, por ello en el Perú se promulgó la Ley y Reglamento de Firmas y Certificados Digitales que tiene por objetivo garantizar la autenticación y a su vez la integridad de los certificados digitales.
Mitos y realidades de la presencia de la mujer en la historia de las naciones
Authors: Diaz Dumont Jorge Rafael , Ledesma Cuadros Mildred Jénica
Published: September 2022

La mujer a través de la historia ha tenido una serie de roles, muchas veces impuestos, injustos y discriminatorios, los cuales marcan una diferencia clara, entre tener “derechos” como “hombre” y el no tenerlos como “mujer”; ello, en un contexto de tiempo y espacio histórico. Por otro lado, dependiendo del contexto cultural y época, el rol que desempeñaban las féminas, determinaba su reconocimiento y admiración; aunque, lo que casi siempre prevaleció fue una situación de invisibilidad histórica; es decir, el ocultamiento de hechos respecto a su presencia en el entorno social, cultural y por ende su reconocimiento. Al respecto; Aguilar et al. (2013) sostuvieron que los hombres y mujeres desde su nacimiento presentan diferencias muy marcadas en su biología y las variantes en su comportamiento, sentimiento y pensamiento, las cuales se dan como producto de la influencia cultural.
Implikasi Undang-Undang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik (UU-ITE) terhadap Kerukunan Kehidupan Beragama di Ruang Digital
Authors: Nabilah Wardatun , Putri Dewi , Octavia Nurul 'Aini , Rizal Deri , Warman Arifki Budia
Published: September 2022

Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk melihat bagaimana implikasi Undang-Undang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik (UU ITE) terhadap kerukunan kehidupan beragama di Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan normatif sosiologis dengan data primer adalah UU ITE dan kasus-kasus di media yang berkaitan dengan ujaran kebencian, penistaan agama, dan persoalan intoleransi lainnya. Tulisan ini berpendapat bahwa secara normatif, peraturan tersebut telah mencoba membangun kehidupan beragama yang harmonis di masyarakat dengan menegaskan pada pasal 28 ayat (2) tentang larangan menimbulkan rasa kebencian dan permusuhan antara sesama. Meskipun demikian, dalam tataran sosiologis, peraturan ini belum berjalan sesuai fungsinya, sehingga belum berdampak positif bagi keharmonisan kehidupan beragama di Indonesia. UU ITE muncul ketika “telah dilanggar” bukan pada tataran “peredam”. Hal ini disebabkan masih terdapat beberapa frasa undang-undang yang belum tegas dan masih menimbulkan multitafsir. Hal yang terjadi kemudian adalah aksi saling lapor atau ajang balas dendam dengan menggunakan UU ITE sebagai dasar. Pada akhirnya, kerukunan kehidupan beragama di Indonesia belum tercapai dengan baik.

Kata Kunci: UU ITE, kerukunan, kehidupan beragama

 

This paper aims to see how the Electronic Information and Transactions Law (ITE law) affects religious harmony in Indonesia. This study uses a sociological normative approach with the primary data being the ITE Law and cases in the media related to hatred, blasphemy, and other tolerance issues. This paper argues that normatively, the regulation has tried to build a harmonious religious life in society by affirming Article 28 paragraph (2) concerning the prohibition of causing hatred and enmity between others. However, at the sociological level, this regulation is not yet in accordance with its function, so it does not have a positive impact on religious life in Indonesia. The ITE Law appears when it "has been violated" not at the "silencer" level. This is because there are still several legal phrases that are not yet firm and still lead to multiple interpretations. What happened then was an act of mutual reporting or revenge using the ITE Law as a basis. In the end, the harmony of religious life in Indonesia has not been achieved properly.

Keywords: UU ITE, harmony, religious life
Административные процедуры Республики Узбекистан: краткий обзор
Authors: Сойипов Хумоюн , Жураева Асал
Published: September 2022

В данной научной статье охарактеризованы значение административных процедур, история развития Закона Республики Узбекистан «Об административных процедурах» (далее – ЗАП/Закон), структура ЗАП Республики Узбекистан, принципы административных процедур, общие правила административных процедур, зарубежный опыт по административным процедурам, проблемы имплементации административных процедур, ожидаемые изменения в ЗАП Республики Узбекистан. Авторы статьи раскрывают разницу между позитивным и негативным административным правом, проводят сравнительный анализ административных процедур Республики Узбекистан с опытом зарубежных стран, а также приводит мнение ведущих административистов. Отмечается, что административные процедуры направлены на унификацию положений различных административных регламентов, что создает удобства для населения (и раскрываются эти удобства). Кроме того, установлено, что одним из основных отличий принципов административных процедур является то, что многие из них не имеют аналогов в других отраслях права, а также статья об обязательном применении принципов административных процедур (ст. 19 ЗАП Республики Узбекистан).
Роль министерства Юстиции Республики Узбекистан в нормотворческом процессе
Authors: Баходиров Жавлон
Published: September 2022

Настоящая научная статья направлена на анализ роли и значения Министерства юстиции Республики Узбекистан в нормотворческом процессе, который приносит каждому государству несомненную пользу в обеспечении правопорядка и реализации гарантий и прав граждан, и организаций. С помощью данного органа слаженно работает механизм и аппарат государства, так как Министерство юстиции всегда выполняло функцию государственного органа, координирующего деятельность других ведомств и министерств. Но на этом нормотворческая деятельность Министерства юстиции не заканчивается, и точное определение роли данного органа в реализации нормотворчества на данный момент является недостаточно изученной темой в юриспруденции, несмотря на богатый практический опыт работы данного Министерства.
Анализ теории дополнительной работы по трудовому законодательству западных стран
Authors: Хожабеков Муфтулла
Published: September 2022

В статье рассматривается опыт зарубежных стран, касательно осуществления работниками своей трудовой деятельности дополнительно к основному месту работы. Аналогом подобному правовому явлению на территории стран СНГ является работа по совместительству. Исследование, проведенное в данной работе, на основе зарубежного опыта сосредоточено преимущественно на трудовом законодательтве западных стран, в результате которого было установлено ряд схожих и отличых особенностей дополнительной работы по законодательству западных стран и стран СНГ. При исследовании данной отрасли автором были проанализированы трудовые законодательства европейских стран, как Германия, Великобритания, Франция, Норвегия и др. касательно порядка приема на работу по совместительству; документов, необходимые при приеме на работу; выплаты заработной платы совместителям; рабочего времени и времени отдыха совместителей; условий и порядка прекращения трудового договора с совместителями.
Salmonella in Poultry; An Overview
Authors: Tariq Sania , Samad Abdul , Hamza Muhammad , Ahmer Areeb , Muazzam Ayesha , Ahmad Shehroz , Amhabj Abdelslam Masoud Abobakr
Published: September 2022

An essential part of commercial poultry production is safeguarding flocks of birds against contamination by unwanted microorganisms. Currently, a serious issue called salmonellosis poses a threat to the chicken industry globally. The two most virulent serovars in avian species, Salmonella gallinarium and Salmonella pullorum (Fowl Typhoid) cause systemic infection and significant financial losses in the poultry sector. Salmonella nontyphoidal serotypes (Paratyphoid illness) pose a risk to the public's health because of their role in cases of food poisoning and their significance as zoonotic agents. All animals, including humans, can transmit the intestinal bacterium known as salmonella. Out of a total of 2500 serovars, Salmonella pullorum (pullorum illness) and S. gallinarum (bird typhoid) are the two host-adapted serovars that primarily harm poultry. Salmonella can spread horizontally from contaminated environments to birds as well as vertically from parent flocks to offspring. The danger of the introduction and persistence of infections can be substantially reduced by good management of biosecurity.  This study is an overview of Salmonella in poultry which tell us some diagnostic and treatment of salmonella. By reading this study people will get sound knowledge regarding salmonella even they will be able to do desirable management in order to save their birds from Salmonella.
Company's Financial Performance Before and During the Covid-19 Pandemic on the Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Setiawan Budi , Basyith Abdul , Hidayat Randy
Published: September 2022

This study at determine financial performance before and during the Covid-19 pandemic on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. In this study, 29 samples of companies in the health sub-sector, telecommunication services sub-sector, hotel and restaurant tourism sub-sector. This analysis includes company financial analysis, manova test, and research results show that financial performance before and during the Covid-19 pandemic as measured by using CR, DER, TATO, ROE shows no difference in the health sector and for companies in the telecommunication service subsector while in the telecommunication service subsector. Hotel and restaurant tourism shows differences in financial performance before and during the Cobid-19 pandemic. Financial performance such as the Current ratio, DER, TATO and ROE show that younger companies have different financial performances from older companies. the size of the company does not show any difference for the ratio of CR and ROE and shows a difference in the ratio of DER and TATO when it is below 5 trillion
Analysis Determinant of Profitability and Their Effect on The Value of Automotive Companies Listed on IDX
Authors: Sulistiyani Sulistiyani , Noor Salim M
Published: September 2022

This study aims to analyze the effect of financial performance on firm value with profitability as an intervening variable. The population in this study are automotive companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2015-2019 period. The financial performance used in this study is the Dept to Equity (DER), Current Ratio (CR), and company size. The research data is secondary data with an observation period of 5 years. The sampling method used is purposive sampling, where from all automotive companies listed on the IDX selected based on certain criteria. Samples that meet the criteria are 8 companies. The data analysis method used is panel data regression. The results showed that Fixed Effect is the best model. The results of the partial test (t test) of the DER ratio have a negative and significant effect on profitability, CR and firm size have no effect on profitability, while profitability on firm value has no significant effect. Partially DER has a positive effect on firm value, CR and firm size have no significant effect on firm value. The role of profitability as an intervening variable is very important in increasing the effect of DER, CR, and firm size on firm value. The results of the Prob (F-statistic) are 0.000 < 0.005, meaning that together this study which consists of DER, CR, and firm size has a positive and significant effect on firm value.
Impacts of Firm Internationalization, Corporate Governance, and Financial Performance on Dividend Policy — A Case Study of Taiwan Listed Firms
Authors: Lin Tse-Mao , Yu Jing-Long , Yang Meng-Ying , Huang Chin-Sheng
Published: September 2022

The capital market considers the corporate governance system when evaluating and investing in firms to cope with changes and challenges from firm internationalization. In response to the need for global economic development, Taiwan firms have enhanced their competitiveness to meet international standards and link with the world economy. A good corporate governance mechanism can bring good operating performance to a firm. The cash dividends declared each year reflects the operating status of the firm and explains its profitability and value each year, providing relevant and significant information for institutional and ordinary investors to make investment decisions. This study took Taiwan listed firms as the research object. Based on the annual data from 2005 to 2019 in the enterprise business database of the Taiwan Economic Journal, constructed a panel data regression model combining time-series and cross-sectional data. The aim was to empirically investigate and analyze the correlation of firm internationalization, corporate governance, and financial performance indicators with corporate cash dividend payouts. The findings showed that after the variables of firm internationalization, financial performance, and corporate governance were combined, the export ratio (a variable representing firm internationalization) positively impacted corporate dividend payouts. In other words, the higher degree of internationalization, the more cash dividends paid by the firm. In corporate governance, a firm with a higher shareholding ratio of financial institutions showed significantly more cash dividends. Regarding financial performance indicators, a firm with higher recurring earnings per share showed significantly fewer cash dividends
COMPARAÇÃO DO IMC ENTRE MENINOS E MENINAS DO 6° E 7° ANOS COM A CORRELAÇÃO DO PESO DA MOCHILA TRANSPORTADA EM ESCOLAS NO MUNICÍPIO DE CARLOS CHAGAS (MG)
Authors: Souza Cantão Ana Paula , Brandão Amorim Patrícia
Published: September 2022

INTRODUÇÃO: O peso da mochila em excesso pode levar a alterações do sistema musculoesquelético, que pode levar a quadros de dor e posturas inadequadas. (RIES, et al 2012). OBJETIVO: A presente pesquisa visa analisar o peso da mochila e correlacionar com o IMC de adolescentes de 10 a 16 anos, fazendo comparação entre os sexos. METODOLOGIA: Trata-se de uma pesquisa quantitativa, exploratória e descritiva realizada em uma escola de Carlos Chagas (MG) como meninos e meninas dos 6° e 7° ano. RESULTADOS: Observou-se que as meninas do 6° ano, 50% peso corporal normal, 30% Obesas, 20% com excesso de peso e 0% Abaixo do peso, no 7° ano, 62,5% IMC normal, 12,5% Obesas, 18,75% Excesso de peso e 6,25% Baixo peso. Com relação ao peso da mochila as meninas do 6° ano 60% peso da mochila elevado, e 40% Normal. Dentre as meninas do 7°ano, 43,75% apresentam peso da mochila elevado, e 56,25% normal. Relacionando os meninos do 6° ano, 84,21% Peso Normal, 5,26% Obesos, 10,52% com Excesso de Peso, 0% Abaixo do Peso. Os meninos do 7° ano, 56,25% Peso Normal, 6,25% Obeso, 18,75% Excesso de Peso, 18,75% com baixo peso. Com relação as mochilas os meninos do 6°ano, 81,25% apresentaram peso da mochila acima do esperado enquanto 18,75% dentro do previsto. Os meninos do 7° ano, 52,63% peso da mochila estava elevado, e 47,37% normal. CONSIDERAÇÕES FINAIS:  O IMC varia entre os sexos, fazendo com que o peso da mochila seja variável, levando em conta as características corporais.
ANÁLISE PRELIMINAR DE RISCO APLICADA NA GESTÃO DE ROTINA EM UMA EMPRESA FERROVIÁRIA DO MARANHÃO
Authors: Nunes Safirah Sousa , Santos Joilson Souza , Sousa Fernando Henrique Fernandes , Figueiredo Frederico , Brito Diogo Ramon do Nascimento
Published: September 2022

A importância do controle de segurança nas organizações é de fato, muito relevante para a eficiência dos processos e para qualidade das pessoas, principal mão de obra. Nesse contexto, é perceptível os investimentos que grandes empresas têm executado em suas áreas para que tudo ocorra conforme planejado estrategicamente. Dessa maneira, cita-se como um dos investimentos do controle de segurança, a ferramenta de Análise Preliminar de Risco (APR), da qual é de extrema importância como parte da gestão de segurança das empresas, seja qual setor for. O modelo em questão proporciona transparência e corrobora no processo de tomada de decisões prévias para mitigar riscos presentes que possam impactar nos processos da empresa, visando, dessa maneira, a eficiência da segurança nos métodos de cada área e também nas pessoas. Diante disso, o presente trabalho tem objetivo de compartilhar a respeito da aplicação da ferramenta Análise Preliminar De Risco no ambiente de chão de fábrica, em uma empresa do sul do Maranhão, como facilitadora no controle de mitigação de riscos na área de manutenção e operação ferroviária. A metodologia foi dividida em duas importantes fases: revisão bibliográfica e estudo de caso. Os dados, em um primeiro momento, foram bases teóricas procuradas em periódicos como Google Acadêmico, Scielo, Abepro e dentre outros, e por fim, a reunião dos dados de campo, explicando a rotina de controle da área usando a ferramenta APR, e como sua aplicação corroborava na organização das ideias e acompanhamento dos resultados de segurança da área acompanhada de uma equipe comprometida.
Surgical Implantation of Acoustic Transmitters in Neolissochilus soroides and Channa lucius and Post-Surgical Wound Observation to Study Fish Telemetry
Authors: Sharir Shazana , Zulkipli Nurfatin , Mohamad Azhari , Farinordin Farah Ayuni , Zakeyuddin Shafiq , Samat Abdullah , Md. Sah Amir Shah Ruddin , Md Nor Shukor
Published: September 2022

Telemetry is an emerging method to study fish ecology and a reliable tool that provides useful information for managing and conserving aquatic fauna and river habitats. However, the reliability of telemetry depends on several technical factors. Implantation of the acoustic transmitter is one of the major aspects that ensure the survivability of the animal subject when released into the wild. Studies on the technicalities involving telemetry methods are limited; therefore, this study investigated the surgical insertion of an acoustic transmitter into the peritoneal cavity of Channa lucius and Neolissochilus soroides or locally known as Bujuk and Tengas. A severity index was used to rate the appearance of surgical wounds observed on the day of release into the river. Fish mortality and complications such as bleeding were not observed in both species post-surgery. The progress and prognosis of wound healing of C. lucius were better compared to N. soroides, with generally lesser inflammation and more sutures shed. Despite visually severe inflammation on N. soroides on day-12 and day-19 post-surgery, there was a good indication that skin integuments were healing. This data suggests that C. lucius has faster wound healing abilities compared to N. soroides. All fishes implanted with the acoustic telemetry method survived up to 244 days upon release into the Tembat River, Hulu Terengganu, Malaysia, and retained the tag throughout the tracking period.
Physical Properties of Bacillus Toxins and Their Larvicidal Activity Against Anopheles Arabiensis Mosquito Larvae
Authors: Hamza Manhal Ahmed , El-Sanousi Sulieman Mohamed
Published: September 2022

Purpose: Biological control has been strongly encouraged by using of entomopathoginic bacteria Bacillus thuringiensis and Bacillus sphaericus. The present study monitored the larvicidal effect of Bacillus thuringiesis and Bacillus sphaericus against Anopheles mosquito larvae and the effect of physical factors on the larvicidal potency on mosquito larvae.

Methodology: Mid-guts of Anopheles mosquito larvae were inoculated on both Blood Agar and MacConkey Agar culture media. Depending on Gram stain to determine gram positive and gram-negative bacteria, and to identify the bacterial cells` morphology. A 1000µl of Bacillus thuringiensis. Sample was heated at 80°C for 12 min and diluted from 10 -1 to l0-8 with sterile normal saline. Bacillus strains were inoculated into Müller Hinton broth media and incubated over-night at 37°C. This time was quite enough to form the spores and crystals. The supernatant fluid was discarded and the cell suspensions were washed with sterile distilled water the process was repeated up to 3 times until spores and crystals were free from debris by using phase contrast microscopy. Collected spores and crystals were kept in sterile containers in fridge until used.

Results: Fifty-three mid-gut contents of Anopheles arabiensis larvae were identified morphologically and biochemically. Bacillus species were the most prevalent bacteria. The highest larval mortality rate was recorded by 5ml of Bt1 and Bt2 after 24 hrs.  of treatment and by 150µl of Bacillus species spore.100% mortality was recorded by the Bacillus spore-crystal mixture. A mortality of 60% was recorded at pH 8.0, by 400 C the mortality rate was 20%at 24 hrs. After 12 hours, the exposure to UV light, larvicidal activity reduced to 40 %. 

Unique Contribution to Theory Policy and Practices: These findings revealed that both B.thuringiensis and Bacillus sphaericus are a good control agent for Anopheles mosquitoes. More deep investigations are needed to verify the effect of the entomopathogens, which has biological and economic importance in mosquito control. In addition, Intensive studies must be needed to validate reliability.
Exploration on the Effect of Operations Strategy on Performance of Media Council of Kenya
Authors: Munyiri John Mwangi , Rintari Nancy Rintari , Moguche Abel Moguche
Published: September 2022

Purpose: To explore the effect of operations strategy on performance of Media Council of Kenya.

Methodology: Descriptive research design was used in MCK offices in Nairobi County. This study targeted 96 employees of the Media Council of Kenya selected using census method. The data collection tools were interview guides and structured questionnaires for managers and officers respectively. The pre-test was done at Communications Authority of Kenya [CAK] where two managers and 8 operational staff were included. Cronbach Alpha Coefficient was used to test reliability while validity was measured by criterion, content and face types of validity. The analysis process was done using SPSS version 24 to generate various statistics reports. Appropriate diagnostic tests for assumptions of regression analysis were carried out accordingly. Specific descriptive statistics which were used comprised of mean, percentages and standard deviations, regression analysis was also be used to test the hypotheses of the study. Data was presented using tables and explanations.

Results: There was a general agreement that MCK was always very keen to ensure that formulated operations strategies are implemented in required timelines (mean of 4.86). This was because 75 (89%) strongly agreed and 8(10%) agreed with that. However, it was noted that the funding on operation strategy budget was not adequately provided (mean of 2.45). This was because 43(51%) strongly disagreed and 40(48%) disagreed.

The interview results revealed that timelines of undertaking the assigned tasks were very important in improving performance. Nevertheless, there were still challenges facing the operations teams beginning with covid-19. However, capitalizing on various sources of funds was a key strategy implemented in various strategies particularly on the electioneering period in Kenya. Operation strategy had an R of 0.639 and R-square of 0.408. This therefor meant that operation strategy had 40.8% influence of performance of MCK. The significance level was 0.000 which was less than 0.05. This phenomenon enabled the study reject the null hypothesis which has previously stated that there is no significance effect of operation strategy on performance of Media Council of Kenya.

Unique contribution to theory, policy and practice: The departmental needs were not adequately met on time hence delaying the various operations that could not proceed without the required resources. The recommendation on operations strategy is that the MCK management should come up with a system that aids staff on knowing what they are supposed to do and with what resources. When this is known, it will enable the staff raise concerns on any shortages of resources on time for timely resource allocation. If the whole fraternity of MCK interacts with the system on daily basis, it would be very hard to miss out on any requests as compared to calling or word of mouth.
Symbolic Representations: Social Media and Photography in Nigeria
Authors: Nnanna Ndubuisi Nnanna , Jerrentrup Maja Tabea
Published: September 2022

The medium of “photography” has encompassed the world, but depending on the cultural context, it is characterized by different aesthetics that come with different associations and implications. Drawing on cultural anthropology and semiotic image analysis, this article contributes to research on cross-cultural aesthetics with a focus on Nigeria. Based on a sample of 100 Instagram posts with the hashtag #nigerianphotography, it explores how social conventions of art influence popular Nigerian photography and create a unique style: there is a strong focus on the staging of people, who are usually shown in front of simple backgrounds as full body shots. In addition, Nigerian photography places a clear emphasis on colour and heavy retouching. These aspects are seen as consistent with African art in general, which is often more concerned with conveying abstract concepts than authenticity. Thus, it can be stated that Nigerians appropriated photography in their own way, emphasizing the symbolic rather than the indexical function of photography. Nigerian popular photography can be understood as a continuation of classical African art rather than a break with its tradition.
Event Analysis; Analysis of Jeffery Dahmer (A.K.A Milwaukee Cannibal)
Authors: Addingi Mwuese Titor
Published: September 2022

Sexual homicides, although rare attract a great deal of attention from the media, the general public, and, more recently, the academic community, they are devastating crimes and have the potential for repetition. A case study of Jeffery Dahmer, Milwaukee Cannibal sexual homicide was analyzed for the purpose of this research. Clinicians are often caught in the dilemma of helping offenders succeed in a society that will not allow them to achieve success and may actively conspire against successful reintegration. Despite the vast knowledge about serial killers, it is still uncertain why they kill. Undoubtedly, many factors enable individuals to perform such acts without remorse, including biological and neuropsychological factors, such as being bombarded by images that glamorize violence daily. Thus, the clinician/ social workers must struggle to find ways to help his or her clients practice their new skills in a society that does not want the offender and takes active steps to ostracize and humiliate offenders, which in turn leads to former offenders experiencing further isolation and a loss of hope.
Socio-culture and Women Career Development: References to Government Agencies of Nepal
Authors: Mahat Dipak , Aithal P. S.
Published: September 2022

Purpose: The major purpose is to access perceptions, examine relationship, and identify the impact of socio-cultural factors on women's career development in Nepalese government agencies.
Design/Methodology/Approach: The study included both qualitative and quantitative methods, and 22 government agencies were chosen for the study using a simple random sampling technique. Mean and standard deviation were used to analyze women's perceptions, the correlation was used to study the relationship between socio-cultural elements and career growth, and multiple regression was performed to identify the impact of dependent and independent variables.
Findings/Result: The majority of respondent’s belief that social factors play vital role to impact women career development when it comes to comparing with cultural factors. Studies show that there is a significant relationship between social and career development as well as culture and career development. Both social and culture factors have a considerable combined impact on career development.
Originality/Value: This research will be useful to the Nepalese government and policymakers for motivating and directing women at the highest levels of government agencies. This work may potentially be useful to other researchers.
Paper Type: Research paper
Bacterial Quality and Safety of Commercial Fish and Chicken Feeds Sold at Kisenyi Market, Kampala-Uganda. A Laboratory Based Cross-sectional Study.
Authors:   , Ajou Malong Dut
Published: September 2022

Background: The growth in the poultry and fish industry in Uganda has resulted in heavy dependence on finished feeds supplied by feed millers, the quality of which determines the profit margin of the farmers. The presence of pathogenic microbes, however, tends to deplete the nutritive value of these poultry and fish diets. This study, therefore, focused on assessing the prevalence of micro-organisms in commercial poultry and fish feeds sold at Kisenyi Market, Uganda. Method:  Poultry and fish feeds were randomly sampled and examined for their microbiological qualities using standard microbiological and analytical methods. The isolates were identified according to their cultural, microscopic, and biochemical properties.  Results:  A total of 42 micro-organisms were isolated, including; Citrobacter spp (4.76%), Corynebacterium spp (9.52%), E. coli (2.38%), and Enterococcus spp (35.71%) Proteus spp (2.38%) and S. aureus (45.2%). Comparing contamination in pelleted and non-pelleted feeds, there was no significant difference in the microbial contamination (feeds (X2 = 7.287, P> 0.05). Their susceptibility pattern revealed major resistance of; S. aureus to Gentamycin (78.95%), Corynebacterium spp to linezolid (100%), Enterococcus spp to Gentamycin (100%), and negative rod enterococcus to Cefoxitin (100%). Conclusion:  The presence of a high level of pathogenic micro-organisms in the selected feeds offered to poultry and fish predisposes them to health hazards, with resultant economic loss. Therefore, the commercial feeds should be periodically examined for biosafety, to reduce or prevent the risk of cross-contamination of poultry and poultry products with resistant bacterial strains.
Prevalence and Severity of Premenstrual Syndrome among Female University Students in Central Uganda: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors:   , Atim Elizabeth , Nabushawo Okecho Florence , Ndagire Regina , Lwanira Nassozi Catherine
Published: September 2022

Background Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is characterized by recurrent psychological, behavioural, and/or physical symptoms occurring before menses and usually resolve by the end of or during menstruation. These symptoms usually affect the women’s quality of life and efficiency. Although over 95% of women worldwide suffer from PMS, in Uganda, little is documented about the prevalence and existence of PMS among students. This study, therefore, sought to determine the prevalence and severity of PMS among female university students in Central Uganda. Methodology A cross-sectional study was carried out using a questionnaire between November 2021 and May 2022. The sample of 238 participants was taken from female students in 4 universities who met the inclusion criteria. Sampling was done by proportionate sampling. Primary data was obtained about Premenstrual Syndrome prevalence and severity using modifications of the following tools: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' diagnostic criteria for PMS; the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders criteria (DSM-IV) diagnostic criteria for PMDD; and the premenstrual symptoms screening tool (PSST). The data was analysed to obtain descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentages. A student was considered to be suffering from PMS if they satisfied the DSM-IV criteria for the diagnosis of PMS.  Results The prevalence of PMS among female University students in central Uganda was found to be 28.3% (60). However, at least 76.9% (163) of the respondents suffered at least one or more symptoms of PMS.  Conclusion Over a quarter of female university students suffer from Premenstrual syndrome. Recommendation There is a need to create awareness as well as mobilize social support so that there is help available to the students who suffer PMS.
Effects and coping mechanisms associated with Premenstrual Syndrome among female University Students in Central Uganda: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors:   , Atim Elizabeth , Nabushawo Okecho Florence , Ndagire Regina , Lwanira Nassozi Catherine
Published: September 2022

Background The cyclic nature of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) affects those with severe symptoms in ways that make them incapacitated or inefficient every month impairing their quality of life. This problem in Uganda is compounded by the cultural stigma associated with menstruation making it difficult for ladies and communities to address the associated problems. Therefore, this study sought to identify how Premenstrual Syndrome affects the quality of life of female University students in Central Uganda in terms of effects and coping mechanisms.  Methodology A cross-sectional study was carried out using a questionnaire between November 2021 and May 2022. 238 participants from 4 universities who met the inclusion criteria were given self-administered questionnaires on PMS symptoms, effects and coping mechanisms. The data was analysed to obtain frequencies and percentages. Statistically significant associations between PMS and Effects of PMS as well as the Coping mechanism were determined using Chi-square correlations. Results At least 70 (33%) of the 212 respondents reported that the PMS symptoms affected either their school and/or their relationships or their daily activities plus home chores. Statistically significant effects of PMS on school efficiency were: sleeping in class χ2(1, n=212) = 4.957, p=0.026; and being late on assignments χ2(1, n=212) = 6.279, p=0.012. Coping mechanisms that were found to be statistically significantly associated with PMS at α-level of 5% were: hiding or locking self in a room χ2(1, n=212) = 4.846, p=0.028; taking alcohol χ2(1, n=212) = 5.115, p=0.024; seeing a health worker χ2(4, n=212) = 14.201, p=0.007; and taking pain killers χ2(1, n=212) = 5.202, p=0.03. Conclusion PMS was significantly affecting school efficiency of students. Recommendation There are still huge knowledge gaps about PMS that need addressing. Some students reported that they used herbal preparations for PMS symptoms which need to be investigated for potential pharmaceutical development.
Social-demographic factors associated with Premenstrual Syndrome among female University students in Central Uganda: A Cross-sectional Study.
Authors:   , Atim Elizabeth , Nabushawo Okecho Florence , Ndagire Regina , Lwanira Nassozi Catherine
Published: September 2022

Background Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a common disorder among females of reproductive age, which also happens to be the most productive period within the life of a woman. Unfortunately, the aetiology of PMS is still not known; although, the following theories have been proposed to explain PMS symptoms: A genetic predisposition; changes in neurotransmitter levels; or changes in different hormone levels during the menstrual cycle.  In Uganda the factors associated with PMS are hardly documented, making awareness, prevention, and management complicated. The aim of this study, was to determine the social demographic factors associated with PMS among female university students in Central Uganda. Methodology A cross-sectional study was carried out using a self-administered questionnaire between November 2021 and May 2022. 238 female students in 4 universities who consented and met the inclusion criteria participated in the study. Data which was obtained about social demographic characteristics and PMS symptoms was coded and analysed to obtain descriptive statistics and Chi-square correlations.  Results The mean age of the respondents was 22.67±5.595, with most of the respondents (188, 88.7%) being between 19 to 24 years of age, the minimum age was 19 years and the maximum was 55 years. Among this study population, menarche age group χ2(2, n=212) = 7.756, p=0.021, and several menstrual bleeding days χ2(1, n=212) = 5.188, p=0.023 were associated with PMS among the female university students. Conclusion The cause of the PMS among this study population is likely biological as respondents who reported that they started their menses started at age ≤12 years; as well as those whose bleeding days were more than or equal to 5 days were more likely to suffer PMS. Recommendation Studies need to be carried out to investigate the biological causes of PMS to guide management and prevention.
A Cross-sectional Survey of the Determinants of Maternal Health Services Utilization among Women with Disability in Mbale District, Uganda.
Authors:   , Watera Edna, Christine , Matata James , Kyeyune Jemimah
Published: September 2022

Background: The study aimed to evaluate the determinants of maternal health services utilization among women with disability (WWD) in the Mbale district in Uganda. Methodology: The study approach was a mixed qualitative and quantitative cross-sectional design. The selection of study participants was by snowballing for the quantitative tool and purposively sampling for the Key Informants. A sample size of 189 women with disabilities was used in the study and 8 key informants were interviewed. Data analysis was carried out using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22, and qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis. Findings: The proportion of WWD utilizing MHS was found to be low in the Mbale district with only 17.7% attending four or more antenatal visits. Fear of stigma was the main barrier to the utilization of maternal health services. Health education influenced the utilization of maternal health services. Utilization of maternal health services (MHS) among women with disabilities was associated with socio-economic determinants (secondary level education, spousal support, monthly income). Finally, there was a significant association between accessibility and the utilization of MHS. Conclusion: This study revealed that external factors form the main barriers to the utilization of maternal health services among women with disability. Recommendations: Training and equipping health facility staff to be more sensitive to and attend to the unique needs of WWD could improve the experiences of WWD seeking MHS at the health facility. This may reduce their fear of stigmatization thus improving service utilization.