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La Crítica de Keiji Nishitani (Escuela Heideggeriana de Kioto a Friedrich Nietzsche)
Authors: Navia Mauricio , De Navia Fabiola
Published: April 2024

El problema de la religión atraviesa todo el camino de la metafísica, en tanto que la esencia del ser del ente se piensa desde el fundamento último de todo ente, es decir, desde el ente supremo (Agathon, Motor Inmóvil, Bonum, Subjectum, Espíritu Absoluto, etc.). Sin embargo, en La religión y la nada, K. Nishitani no aborda este problema desde la metafísica tradicional ni desde la metafísica moderna, sino a la luz de la radical crítica de la modernidad emprendida por “el último Schelling, Schopenhauer, Kierkegaard, o incluso Feuerbach y Marx, y, principalmente, a causa de la aparición de posturas como el nihilismo de Nietzsche”. Por consiguiente, sus consideraciones se sitúan en el punto de vista en que las filosofías de la religión anteriores han dejado de funcionar o han sido superadas. De esta manera, puede decirse que discurren junto a las de filosofías de la existencia contemporáneas. Esta obra no es, por tanto, ni una reflexión histórico-científica de la religión, ni una apropiación de la religión contenida en la tradición de la ontoteología metafísica, ni siquiera lo “que en la modernidad…denominamos filosofía de la religión” dice expresamente el autor. Esta obra está inscrita en las consecuencias radicales que abrió el nihilismo occidental al final de su camino.
A Constant Struggle of Breastfeeding at Workplace: A Narrative Review
Authors: Panggabean Elda Oncossya , Ray Wagiu Basrowi
Published: April 2024

Breastfeeding has been shown and proved to offer numerous health benefits for infants and mothers. Despite this fact, studies have found that the level of exclusive breastfeeding continues to be low both in developed and developing countries. The issues with breastfeed and continue breastfeeding due to multiple factors, one of the biggest challenges is as a working mother. Working mothers face the challenge of balancing breastfeeding and paid work, thereby increasing the risk of early cessation of breastfeeding in general and exclusive breastfeeding. There are many studies to overcome these issues, however not many studies exposing the ethical issues, difficulties and opportunities while solving this matter. Such as moral work women undertake when engaging with breastfeeding, influenced by cultural and social norms that makes it harder for breastfeeding mother.
Evaluation and Multi-Objective Optimisation of Cutting Parameters in Turning of AISI 1020 Mild Steel using Formulated Cutting Fluid
Authors: Ehibor Osayamen Gregory , Abolarin Mathew Sunday , Ndaliman Mohammed Baba , Abdullahi Aliyu Alhaji
Published: April 2024

Input parameter like the cutting fluid is one of the requirements for minimal surface roughness, cutting temperature, tool wear and optimal material removal rate coupled with improved machinability and productivity. The evaluation of the optimal factors of surface roughness, material removal rate, cutting temperature and tool wear in the turning of AISI Mild Steel with the use of eco-friendly fluids. Concerns has been raise globally about the non - biodegradability and non-recyclability of the conventional fluids in the research space. This prompted the research interest in replacing the mineral oil based fluids with eco-friendly cutting fluid such as castor seed oil based cutting fluid (CBCF). The locally sourced castor seed oil was investigated for its physiochemical properties as well as its fatty acid composition (FAC). The cutting fluid was formulated using ratio 1:9 of oil with additives to distilled water and then characterized. In turning of AISI 1020 Mild Steel, the evaluation of surface roughness, material removal rate, cutting temperature and tool wear under the CBCF compared to the mineral oil based cutting fluid (MBCF) were carried out using Taguchi experimental design and Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) for multi-response optimization. The formulated cutting fluid showed pH value of 8.47, viscosity of 0.830 mm2/s, good resistance to corrosion, good stability and milkfish in colour. From the GRA, the multi-response optimal factor combination under the CBCF is (1250 rev/min) spindle speed, (0.6 mm/rev) feed rate and (1.0 mm) depth of cut, all at level 3 while under the MBCF, it also shows (1250 rev/min) spindle speed, (0.6 mm/rev) feed rate and (1.0 mm) depth of cut all at level 3. The parameters from Taguchi and GRA results are in agreement with results from other vegetable oil based fluids and this study also contributes and improves the science of machining.
Design and Construction of Voice Controlled Home Automation using Arduino
Authors: Ibrahim Usman Isah , Ohize Henry , Umar Usman Aaze , Aliyu Yusuf
Published: April 2024

System automation has been widely researched in the twenty-first century due to its essential role in daily life. The fundamental advantage of an automated system is its ability to reduce human stress and minimize errors. Over the past few years, there has been a swift shift from traditional switches to switches equipped with remote controls. Currently, the presence of conventional wall switches distributed around the house poses challenges in terms of use, especially for individuals who are elderly or have physical disabilities. Due to technological advancements, mobile smartphones are now affordable for all individuals. Android devices are becoming equipped with applications that aid in multiple ways. Another new technology is the Google speech recognition APIs, which enable voice-based system command and control. This study demonstrates the implementation of voice-controlled home automation using the Arduino Uno microcontroller. Users of this system will be able to exercise full authority over every domestic device through spoken commands. The control circuit consists of an Arduino Uno microcontroller that receives and interprets voice commands from an Android smartphone equipped with the corresponding application. While the Bluetooth module shares signal data after establishing a wireless link between the microcontroller and the smartphone, the relay regulates device switching.
Enzymatic hydrolysis of complex agrowastes by Bacillus cereus ARA-12 A sustainable approach for biofuel production
Authors: Ayesha Siddiqui  , Rashida Rahmat Zohra  , Aliya Riaz  , Anoosha Fatima  , Areeba Imtiaz  , Mahnaz Ahmad  , Raheela Rahmat Zohra
Published: April 2024

Currently petroleum-based fossil fuels are the main source of the production of energy. The major issue is that all these resources are non-renewable. As the demand of fuel increases day by day, these non-renewable resources may deplete shortly and will not meet the supply criteria according to the requirements. To overcome this problem, the production of bioethanol using wastes biomass such as fruit peels, agricultural waste, municipal and kitchen waste etc. has gained considerable attention. As these agro-wastes mainly contain lignocellulosic biomass, lignocellulolytic bacterial cultures harness the full potential of these substances. In the present study, endoglucanase producing Bacillus cereus ARA-12 was isolated from soil samples. Fermentation parameters to produce endoglucanase were optimized. The optimum production of endoglucanase was achieved in the medium containing carboxymethyl cellulose (15g/L), yeast extract (30g/L), KH2PO4 (1g/L), K2HPO4 (1.45g/L), MgSO4 (0.4g/L), CaCl2 (0.05g/L) and FeSO4 (0.00125g/L). The optimum temperature and pH of the medium were found to be 50°C and 8 respectively. The maximum enzyme production was achieved at agitation speed of 120 rpm after 20 hours of fermentation by using 5% inoculum. Maximum of 35.9 % bioethanol was produced by the action of endoglucanase enzyme on sugarcane bagasse whereas sweet potato, rice bran, banana peel, corn cob, potato peel and corn husk were also found to be potential raw material to produce second-generation biofuel.
Why Not Effective Altruism?
Authors: Chappell Richard Yetter
Published: April 2024

Effective altruism sounds so innocuous—who could possibly be opposed to doing good more effectively? Yet it has inspired significant backlash in recent years. This paper addresses some common misconceptions and argues that the core “beneficentric” ideas of effective altruism are both excellent and widely neglected. Reasonable people may disagree on details of implementation, but all should share the basic goals or values underlying effective altruism.
How (Not) to Fear Death
Authors: Burri Susanne
Published: April 2024

Through the ages, many thinkers have worried that our death fears mar our lives. Sharing this worry, the Epicureans have argued that we can live well only if we see death for what it is: a mere “nothing” that it is ill-fitting to fear. I show how this argument depends on the assumption that a mental state theory of well-being is correct. If we give up this assumption, it can be fitting to fear death. Using my philosophical discussion of when and how it is fitting to fear death, I formulate three strategies for keeping our death-related fears in check. In this way, my paper follows the therapeutic tradition in philosophy, whose potential I urge effective altruists to explore.
Rock Nacional e Ensino de História:
Authors: Xavier Fábio Chilles
Published: April 2024

O presente trabalho é resultado de uma pesquisa-ação que buscou identificar possíveis contribuições das músicas “Fábrica” (Legião Urbana) e “Capitão de Indústria” (Os Paralamas do Sucesso) para o ensino de História, a partir do trabalho como docente de um colégio particular da região de Itapetininga-SP. A música foi entendida aqui como um importante recurso para o aprimoramento da consciência histórica dos estudantes. Assim buscou-se analisar as contribuições de uma sequência didática desenvolvida com alunos de segundo ano do ensino médio, sobre os conteúdos “Revolução Industrial” e “Movimentos Operários do Século XIX”. Entre os resultados obtidos está a conclusão de que o trabalho realizado oportunizou formulações mentais entre os estudantes que demonstraram envolvimento com agentes históricos de outras temporalidades e relevantes apropriações conceituais de temas históricos, tendo músicas de ricas qualidades alusivas como um dos eixos gravitacionais da aprendizagem.
Neue Entwicklungen in der Hornhautvernetzung zur Behandlung von Keratokonus mit dem Ziel die Hornhautform zu regularisieren
Authors: Herber Robert , Raiskup Frederik
Published: April 2024

Purpose: Corneal cross-linking (CXL) is an established treatment for corneal ectasia, particularly keratoconus. The goal of the treatment is to stabilize the biomechanically weakened cornea, thereby halting further progression of the disease and preventing loss of visual acuity. Material and Methods: CXL is based on a photo-oxidative process induced by riboflavin (vitamin B2) and ultraviolet A radiation (UVA, 365 nm), which causes the formation of covalent bonds between collagen molecules. Results: The process depends on four main factors: riboflavin, UVA light, oxygen, and saturation of cross-linking. CXL has been shown to be an effective and safe treatment, which has led to a reduction in the need for corneal transplants for this condition in the past. The standard protocol does not primarily lead to an improvement in visual performance or refractive error because the reduction in higher order aberrations does not seem to be high enough. Thus, the combination with excimer laser treatments is a new approach to treat visual complaints with sufficient clinical results where an improvement in visual acuity could be measured. Otherwise, the treatment can be customized with special irradiation patterns of the UVA light, resulting in a more pronounced flattening and therefore a stronger regularization of the corneal curvature. Conclusion: The primary purpose of these modifications is not to provide spectacle-free or contact lens-free vision, but to provide better vision with glasses or soft contact lenses, particularly in cases where rigid gas permeable contact lenses are not tolerated
Visuelle und korneale Veränderungen durch Orthokeratologie
Authors: Zulechner Christoph , Nagl Anna , Bandlitz Stefan , Rehnert Mario , Widmer Frank
Published: April 2024

Purpose: The aim of this review is the evaluation of papers about orthokeratology with the focus on changes in visual perception and corneal properties during and after orthokeratology treatment. Material and Methods: Extensive PubMed literature search between September 2021 and July 2022 and analysis and evaluation of the selected papers according to the objectives of the review. Results: The most significant reduction in myopia occurs during the first week of orthokeratology application, with an average correction of 1.82 to 3.33 D achieved over the treatment period. During the day, there is an average regression of 0.07 to 0.37 D, depending on the time of measurement. The results show that visual performance remains stable from the first week and a visual acuity of 20/20 or better is achieved without additional correction. Higher-order aberrations, especially spherical aberrations, can influence subjective vision under low-contrast conditions. Orthokeratology leads to a reduction in central corneal epithelial thickness, while thickness increases towards the periphery, which correlates with changes in corneal topography. Looking at the biomechanics of the cornea, it is suspected that the resistance factor and hysteresis decrease. Conclusion: Myopia can be temporarily corrected overnight with orthokeratology. The diurnal changes in various visual functions have received little attention or have been insufficiently evaluated in the existing literature. Based on the results of previous studies and the results of this paper, the driving ability of orthokeratology wearers does not appear to be reduced in relation to the minimum requirements of the German Driver’s License Directive (FeV).
Tailoring the Use of Proso Millet in Preparation of Gluten Free Cupcakes
Authors: Raza Nighat , Bano Naheed , Hamza Ali , Mujtaba Ahmed , Farooq Umar , Matloob Amar , Mehmood Mirza Abid , Ain Qurat ul , Munir Muhammad
Published: April 2024

Celiac disease is the disorder of small intestine. It affects about 1% of the population. To meet dietary requirements of the affected population, the food industry must develop new food items with special health-improving properties. For people who are allergic to gluten, Proso millet is the ideal cereal owing to its gluten-free nature. Objective: To make gluten-free cupcakes using varying concentrations of Proso millet and rice flour. Methods: The gluten content, total phenolic content, and particle size distribution of the raw material were all measured. Next, 100% wheat flour, 80%, 85%, and 90% Proso millet flour, and 20%, 15%, and 10% rice flour were used to make cupcakes. The nutritional makeup of the cupcakes, including their moisture content, ash content, crude fiber, crude fat, crude protein, and mineral (Fe, Zn, Ca, and P) contents, was examined. Results: Based on the results, the optimal ratio of protein and fiber was found to be 90% Proso millet and 10% rice flour. The result for the sensory score of the cupcakes showed that all the treatments were acceptable by the consumer. Conclusions: Although the treatment having high concentration of Proso millet recorded the highest acceptability score. Therefore, Proso millet is useful cereal for any product development.
Application progress of machine vision technology in the field of modern agricultural equipment
Authors: Zhou Hang , Du Zhilong , Wu Zhanyuan , Song Cheng , Guo Nan , Lin Yaling
Published: April 2024

With the rapid progress of image processing algorithms and computer equipment, the development of machine vision technology in the field of modern agricultural equipment is on the ascendant, and major application results have been obtained in many production links to improve the efficiency and automation of agricultural production. In the face of China, the world’s largest agricultural market, agricultural machine vision equipment undoubtedly has tremendous development potential and market prospects. This paper introduces the research and application of machine vision technology in agricultural equipment in the fields of agricultural product sorting, production automation, pest control, picking machinery, navigation, and positioning, analyzes and summarizes the current problems, and looks forward to the future development trend.
Family agriculture for inclusive rural development
Authors: Krishnamurthy Laksmi Reddiar , Krishnamurthy Sumithra , Rajagopal Indumathi , Solare Arturo Peralta
Published: April 2024

The indigenous Mayan populations of the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico have practiced the ancient traditions of family farming, especially home gardens, to ensure their food security. With the objective of improving traditional practice with modern science, data were collected on the structural complexity and functional diversity of 20 home gardens selected at random in each of the following five communities: X-Maben, X-Pichil, X-Yatil, San José II, and Melchor Ocampo. In addition, group discussions were organized to elucidate the management strategy practiced by the indigenous people. The results show that home gardens are managed mainly by women. The main purpose of growing and maintaining home gardens is to guarantee the production of nutritious food year round. Finally, the home gardens also serve secondary purposes, such as the provision of products and services for traditional medicine. This study suggests that home gardens should be promoted and invested in to improve inclusive development strategies for contexts with similar socio-cultural and biophysical circumstances.
Enhancing effects of Aloe vera gel extracts on the humoral and cellular immune response and growth performance in broiler chickens
Authors: Miah Mohammad , Akter Snigda , Uddin Md , Sujan Khaled , Mustari Afrina , Akter Sharmin
Published: April 2024

Objective: The experiment evaluated how Aloe vera gel (AVG) extract supplementation affected immune responses and physiological performances in broiler chickens.
Materials and Methods: 90-day-old Cobb 500 broiler chicks were reared for 38 days without the addition of antibiotics, either through feed or water. At 10 days, chicks were allocated into three groups: A, B, and C (n = 30). Group A served as non-supplemented control. Groups B and C were administered aqueous extracts of AVG at 1.0% and 2.0%, respectively, with drinking water.
Results: The supplementation of AVG potentiated the chicken immune response to Newcastle disease-vaccinated birds and sheep red blood cell-treated birds, which detected the highest antibody titers against Newcastle disease virus and sRBC. The cellular immune response evaluated through a cutaneous basophilic hypersensitivity test using phytohemagglutinin-P demonstrated a significant increase in skin thickness in AVG-supplemented birds. The relative sizes of lymphoid organs (bursa, spleen, and thymus) were significantly enhanced (p < 0.05) among the groups. Broilers given AVG-1 and AVG-2 exhibited significantly greater (p < 0.01) live body weight, dressing percentages, and serum protein and serum albumin levels. The supplemented groups experienced a significant reduction in total serum cholesterol, triglycerides, and low-density lipoprotein–cholesterol values, while the levels of high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol remained unchanged. The dietary aqueous extracts of AVG are effective in enhancing innate and specific immunity.
Conclusion: This work strengthens the perspective of the use of AVG as an immune stimulant to facilitate recovery from immune suppression states, enhance innate and specific immunity, and improve broiler growth performance.
Immunobiotic potential of fermented snail meat hydrolysate in local chicken with low protein content
Authors: Suryadi Ujang , Hertamawati Rosa , Imam Shokhirul
Published: April 2024

Objective: Protein is needed for chicken growth, but high protein consumption causes a low protein efficiency ratio and causes feed prices to be expensive. Therefore, the immunological potential of fermented snail meat hydrolysate in local chickens was studied for feed supplements in low-protein rations to reduce costs.
Materials and Methods: The research used snail meat hydrolysate resulting from submerged fermentation with starter culture from rice washing water. Using hydrolysates as a fishmeal substitute to reduce the protein content of male local chicken diets. Hydrolysate is mixed into the formulated ration: P0 = 12% fish meal in feed without hydrolysate added, P1 = 8% fish meal in feed plus 5 ml hydrolysate/kg feed; P2 = 4% fish meal in feed plus 10 ml hydrolysate/kg feed; and P3 = Feed without fish meal plus 15 ml hydrolysate/kg feed. The study used completely randomized study parameters, namely the production performance of 200 chickens and the immune system (including lymphoid organs and hematological status) of 60 chickens.
Results: Snail meat hydrolysate (10 ml/kg) can replace the reduction in the use of fish meal from 12% to 4% in ration formulation without reducing production performance and has no negative effect on the immune system.
Conclusion: Snail meat hydrolysate has the potential to be used as an immune antibiotic to replace the use of fishmeal in the development of low-protein dietary formulations without affecting production performance or negatively affecting the chicken's immune system.
Impacts of enzymes and probiotic in improving the utilization of sieved olive pulp meal in growing rabbit diets
Authors: Alderey Abd , Kassas Nabila , Hussein Eman , Farag Soha , Hassan Ayman , Atia Safaa , Gomaa Manal , Hadad Eman , Hafsa Salma
Published: April 2024

Objective: This research assesses the utilization of sieved olive pulp (SOP) in the diet of growing rabbits through the use of an exogenous enzyme or dry yeast as a pretreatment.
Materials and Methods: One hundred sixty-eight male V-Line rabbits aged 5 weeks (weighing 550 ± 25 gm) were randomly divided into seven groups with eight replicates each as follows: the control group was fed a basal diet without supplementation; while the other six groups were fed basal diets containing 20% and 25% of SOP and supplemented with 0.1 gm/kg Econase (E), 0.5 gm/kg dry yeast (Y), and a combination of both. The experiment lasted for 8 weeks.
Results: The results indicated that supplementation of E, Y, and EY into rabbit diets containing SOP improved live body weight, body weight gain, feed conversion ratio, and nutrient digestibil¬ity. A higher dressing percentage was observed in the groups fed a 20% and 25% SOP diet sup¬plemented with EY (p < 0.05). The treated groups showed an increase in total protein, albumin, globulin, A/G ratio, total antioxidant capacity, superoxide dismutase, and glutathione peroxidase (p < 0.05), while there was a significant decrease in triglycerides, total cholesterol, and malondi¬aldehyde levels (p < 0.05) compared to the control. Rabbit groups fed an SOP diet supplemented with E, Y, or EY demonstrated higher (p < 0.05) economic efficiency compared to the control.
Conclusion: Supplementing the diet of rabbits containing SOP with exogenous enzymes and/or dry yeast enhances the nutritional value of SOP while improving rabbit performance, nutrient digestibility, and antioxidant status.
Effect of dietary supplementation of plantain herb, lemongrass and their combination on milk yield, immunity, liver enzymes, serum, and milk mineral status in dairy cows
Authors: Rahman Md , Redoy Md , Chowdhury Rakhi , Mamun Mohammad
Published: April 2024

Objective: This research aimed to assess the effects of dried plantain herb, lemongrass, and their combination on milk yield, immunological, liver enzymatic, serum, and milk mineral status in dairy cows.
Materials and Methods: Twenty cows were arbitrarily assigned to 4 diets. Cows were given a basal ration considered as control diet (CL-D) having 14.93% crude protein (CP)and 10.96 MJ ME per kg dry matter (DM). Each cow was given 100 gm plantain, 100 gm lemongrass, and 50 gm plantain + 50 gm lemongrass with CL-D and taken as plantain diet (PT-D), lemongrass diet (LG-D), and plantain-lemongrass diet (PL-D), daily for 63 days, respectively. Blood and milk samples were taken four times at an interval of 14 days. Data were analyzed using a two-way repeated measures analysis of covariance.
Results: Better DM consumption and milk yield were observed in the PT-D and LG-D compared to the CL-D (p ≤ 0.05). LG-D improved the milk’s total solids, protein, and fat compared to CL-D (p < 0.05). Substantially, herbal groups improved serum albumin and reduced globulin concentrations compared to CL-D. LG-D had the highest serum immunoglobulin G, while herbal groups effectively reduced the liver enzymes compared to CL-D. Herbal groups did not affect serum and milk’s calcium and phosphorus concentrations, while LG-D and PL-D substantially improved serum and milk zinc concentrations.
Conclusions: Both plantain and lemongrass improved dairy cows’ DM consumption and milk yield. Plantain and/or lemongrass enhanced the immune system and liver health, but not serum and milk calcium and phosphorus level. Lemongrass and a combination of plantain and lemongrass increased the serum and milk zinc concentrations.
The effect of different cooking methods on sensory attributes, physicochemical properties, and microbial safety of ostrich meat (Struthio camelus)
Authors: Malak Nermeen
Published: April 2024

Objective: The present work aimed to determine the impact of various cooking methods on sensory attributes, microbial safety, and physicochemical characteristics of ostrich meat to specify the best cooking method that guarantees the microbial safety of the meat as well as maintains nutritional values and is highly attractive to consumers.
Materials and Methods: One hundred fresh leg muscles of ostriches were divided into five groups. Different cooking techniques were used for each group, as follows: roasting, boiling, grilling, frying, and microwaving. Each method was examined by evaluating the impact of various cooking methods on sensory attributes, proximate chemical analysis, protein and fat oxidation parameters, microbial load, changes in color, and the shear force of ostrich meat.
Results: The oven-roasting and grilling methods are highly recommended and more appealing to consumers since they produce tenderer and juicier meat, cause less cooking loss (CL), and maintain the nutritive value of ostrich meat; however, they have the highest protein and fat oxidation rates. On the other hand, boiling and frying methods revealed good fat oxidation parameters,
the highest CL, and preserved nutritional value, but unfortunately, they were not highly preferred by consumers. From a hygienic point of view, grilling and microwave cooking are the methods that ensure the microbiological safety of cooked ostrich meat, as they significantly reduce Enterobacteriaceae and psychrotrophic bacterial counts, among other cooking methods.
Conclusion: The oven roasting and grilling methods were the most preferable thermal cooking techniques, as they achieved the highest acceptability to consumers and maintained the nutritive values of ostrich meat.
The Interplay of Stress and Salivary Cortisol Saliva in Multibacillary Leprosy: A Cross-Sectional Analysis in South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Authors: Arif Sitti , Padad Andi
Published: April 2024

Background: Leprosy remains a significant health concern in Indonesia, particularly in South Sulawesi, where the prevalence rate has reached 0,78 per 10,000 population. The increasing number of new cases, mainly of the multibacillary type, poses a serious epidemiological and clinical challenge. Leprosy patients often face social stigma, leading them to live in isolation, causing additional stress for the patients. Stress triggers various physiological responses, including the activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and sympathetic-adrenal-medullary (SAM) system. Cortisol, the primary glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex, is the end product of the HPA axis. In the salivary glands, cortisol exists only in its active form, different from its presence in the serum.
Objective: To analyze salivary cortisol levels and correlate them with the stress scale in multibacillary leprosy patients
Methods: This study used a descriptive-analytic approach with a cross-sectional method. Twenty-five samples in Makassar from November 2022 to January 2023, with the criteria of those newly diagnosed with multi-bacillary leprosy based on clinical and laboratory examination, participated. The stress scale was assessed with the Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10). Using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to measure saliva cortisol levels.
Result: The correlation for the stress scale with the cortisol saliva levels shows a negative correlation with salivary cortisol levels in this study showing a mean value of 67,76 ng/ml and a significance value of 0.000.
Conclusion: There is a negative correlation between stress scale and salivary cortisol levels. The more severe the stress, the lowest cortisol saliva level
Performance Evaluation of Concealed Beams in Reinforced Concrete Slabs: A Focus on Load-Carrying Capacity and Deflection
Authors: Abubakar Mahmud , Abdullahi Hashim , Haruna Muhammad
Published: April 2024

The utilization of hidden beams in large span reinforced concrete slab construction has gained attention as a potential solution to mitigate excessive deflection. However, the absence of explicit mention in standard civil engineering literature, codes, and standards raises questions regarding its effectiveness. This paper presents a performance-based analysis of two different cases of slab arrangements involving hidden beams, employing REVIT and ROBOT Structure software. The analysis considers dead and live load combinations in accordance with the design guidelines specified in BS8110. The results of the performance-based analysis demonstrate a significant 10% reduction in the span moment for slabs incorporating hidden beams, indicating their potential to reduce deflection. However, the differences observed in terms of support moment, deflection, and stress patterns within the slabs are not significant. These findings suggest that the presence of hidden beams yields only a slight but meaningful impact on reducing deflection. Considering the observed benefits, it is recommended to cautiously consider the use of hidden beams in large slab construction projects. However, additional research and analysis are necessary to assess other factors such as specific project requirements, cost implications, structural integrity, and construction feasibility. Further investigations should encompass a broader range of parameters, including different load combinations, variations in hidden beam width, and comprehensive cost analysis. By conducting thorough evaluations, a more comprehensive understanding of the effectiveness and feasibility of hidden beams in reducing deflection in large slab construction can be obtained, facilitating informed decision-making regarding their utilization.
USE OF SAWDUST AND COCONUT FIBER AS FLUID LOSS CONTROL ADDITIVE FOR WATER-BASED MUD.
Authors: Ajiri Otedheke , Salihu Ayuba , Obe Ayodele , Ibrahim Khadijah , Gimba Abdullahi
Published: April 2024

In drilling operations, polymers such as carboxymethyl cellulose and polyanionic cellulose (PAC) are frequently employed as additives to decrease filtrate loss in water-based drilling fluids. In some countries these additives are imported requiring the use of the Nation’s scare foreign exchange and increase in the Capital expenditure of the drilling operation. Consequently, cheap, and easily accessible local materials that can perform a similar role are being considered. In lieu of this reality, a composite mix of sawdust and coconut fiber, was assessed as a potential additive for fluid loss control in water-based drilling mud, and the outcomes were compared with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), sawdust only additive, and coconut fiber only additive. Furthermore, in order to ascertain the best combination ratio for the sawdust and coconut fiber for optimum fluid loss control, the study experimented on three combinations of 50% and 50%; 75% and 25% and 25% and 75% in a 5g concentration of 350ml water-based mud. The result shows the composite combination of 75% sawdust and 25% coconut fiber produce the best data for fluid loss control among the composite samples. A comparison of the result with a 2.5g of CMC showed that while CMC sample had a better fluid loss of 12.3ml, the best composite sample had a fluid loss of 14.5ml; a slight difference of 2.2ml. In addition, the effect of the composite mix of sawdust and coconut fiber on the pH, density, and mud cake thickness of the water-based mud was evaluated in the laboratory and the result were presented and it showed that the composite samples had an incremental effect on the pH, and density of the water-based mud.
Clinical Value of Infarct Characterization and Intra-Cardiac 4D Flow Evaluation by Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Authors:   , Demirkiran Ahmet
Published: April 2024

Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) has emerged as a critical tool in reducing the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Especially, the advancements in myocardial tissue characterization and intra-cardiac 4-dimensional (4D) flow evaluation have been instrumental in expanding the diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities of CMR.
Myocardial tissue characterization techniques have enabled CMR to accurately detect myocardial injury and inflammation offering a non-invasive, qualitative, and quantitative evaluation of tissue characteristics. The provision of such information through CMR can assist in the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of various cardiac conditions, such as myocardial infarction and myocarditis. The advancements in intra-cardiac 4D flow evaluation have allowed for a detailed assessment of blood flow patterns and velocities within the heart. This technique allows for the identification of abnormal flow patterns which can indicate underlying cardiovascular conditions such as valvular disease and congenital heart disease, improving diagnosis and disease monitoring.
Overall, the recent advancements in myocardial tissue characterization and intra-cardiac 4D flow evaluation have expanded and redefined the clinical role of CMR in various patient groups. In the present thesis, the clinical applications of these techniques are examined in patients with myocardial infarction and atrial fibrillation.
Follow the People instead of the Money
Authors:   , Chang Wenjia
Published: April 2024

This dissertation focuses on the phenomenon of cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As). It addresses the research field of process perspective, integration success factors, cross-cultural dilemmas reconciliation, servant leadership, and low-speed integration strategy. A qualitative research method was used to explore the elements regarding the HR integration process among a selected sample of Chinese-Western cross-border acquisitions and how it differs from the traditional role of HR. This research promotes positioning human resources as a leading perspective during the post-M&A integration process. The post-acquisition HR integration process framework developed in this research extracts factors related to the human resource integration process in cross-border post-M&As. It offers a complete, helicopter, and systemic overview of this significant phenomenon. This process approach could be a game-changer in improving the firm performance and, therefore, enhance the successful outcome of the M&A results.
Agility and accuracy and their relationship to the level of skill performance sword weapon in fencing
Authors: Ghosun Khalaf Aziz  , Ishraq Ghaleb Odeh
Published: April 2024

تتطلب رياضة المبارزة سرعة في الأداء الحركي على الملعب وحركة مستمرة ما بين تقدم وتقهقر وحركات الهجوم والدفاع لذا وجب ان يمتلك اللاعب قدرة الاستمرار بالعمل العضلي المتناسق مع وجود توافق كامل بين حركات الجسم والحركات الفنية باستخدام  اليد والرجل باستمرار وتقدير لمسافة التبارز وسرعة الهجوم نحو الخصم وبشكل مفاجئ وبجهد وقدرة عضلية تنطلق دفعة واحدة بأقصى سرعة واقل زمن وصولا إلى الهدف القانوني للخصم من اقرب واقصر طريق وبدقة متناهية لتسجيل لمسة .  وللوصول الى نتائج متقدمة في رياضة المبارزة  للنساء لا بد  لنا نحن كعاملين في هذه الرياضة من الوقوف عند محددات اساسية لها أهمية في رياضة المبارزة والتي تمتلكها كل لاعبة  وخاصة في سلاح سيف المبارزة والتي من الممكن تطويرها على وفق الأسس العلمية الصحيحة لذا رأت الباحثتان ومن خلال متابعتهما لرياضة المبارزة والاطلاع على ما هو جديد وحديث بهذه الرياضة العريقة  تسليط الضوء على بعض القدرات الخاصة  (كالرشاقة والدقة) والمؤثرة تأثيرا كبيرا بمستوى الاداء المهاري بسلاح سيف المبارزة بشكل خاص والمبارزة بشكل عام لذا  استخدمت الباحثتان  المنهج الوصفي وذلك لملائمته وموضوع الدراسة اما عينة البحث فقد كانت لاعبات منتخب كلية التربية البدنية وعلوم الرياضة للبنات والبالغ عددهن (16) لاعبة للموسم الرياضي (2023-2024) اما اهم الاستنتاجات فكانت (وجود علاقة ارتباط ايجابية بين صفتي الرشاقة والدقة ومستوى الاداء المهاري بسلاح سيف المبارزة) ومن اهم التوصيات التي خرجت بها الباحثتان ضرورة الاهتمام من قبل المدربين بالقدرات الخاصة برياضة المبارزة وخاصة صفتي الرشاقة والدقة  مع ضرورة تسليط الضوء على مستوى الاداء المهاري برياضة المبارزة كونه المحور الهام في حسم نتائج النزالات ولصالح  المبارز الافضل ايضا اجراء دراسات مشابهة وعلى صفات وقدرات حركية اخرى ولفئات  عمرية مختلفة.
THE QUESTION OF WAYS TO COMMIT FRAUD IN THE FIELD OF REAL ESTATE
Authors: Фокин А.Д.
Published: April 2024

В наше время мошенничество с недвижимым имуществом стало достаточно обыденным явлением, при этом не имеет значения, каких видов сделок оно касается – будь то купля-продажа объектов недвижимости либо же их аренда. В первую очередь это обусловливается возможностью получения мошенниками достаточно крупного размера дохода от преступной деятельности в сфере оборота недвижимости. Такое положение, безусловно, требует анализа изучения способов обмана или злоупотребления доверием. Проведенный автором анализ следственной и судебной практики позволяет сделать вывод о том, что способы мошенничества в сфере недвижимого имущества многообразны. Согласно статистике, количество преступлений данной категории год от года не снижается, а, напротив, растет. В статье отмечены некоторые специфические особенности рынка недвижимости. Рассмотрены типичные способы совершения мошенничества в сфере недвижимости, предложена их авторская классификация, приведены некоторые меры по предупреждению. Позиция автора проиллюстрирована примерами из практики.

Nowadays, fraud with real estate has become quite commonplace, no matter what type of transactions it concerns - whether it is the purchase and sale of real estate or its lease. First of all, this is due to the possibility of fraudsters to receive quite a large amount of income from criminal activity in the sphere of real estate turnover. This situation, of course, requires analysing the study of methods of deception or breach of trust. The author's analysis of investigative and judicial practice allows us to conclude that the methods of fraud in the sphere of real estate are diverse. According to statistics, the number of crimes of this category does not decrease from year to year, but, on the contrary, grows. The article notes some specific features of the real estate market. Typical ways of committing fraud in the sphere of real estate are considered, their author's classification is offered, some measures for prevention are given. The author's position is illustrated by examples from practice.
PROSPECTS FOR LEGISLATION REFORM IN THE FIELD OF COMBATING EXTREMISM
Authors: Алфёров С.Н.
Published: April 2024

В представленной статье обосновывается актуальность выбранной темы для исследования. Во-первых, экстремизм может привести к дестабилизирующим последствиям для общества, которые несут угрозу национальной безопасности государства. Опасность данного негативного явления также обуславливается возможностью вызывать социальные раздоры, разрушение общепринятых ценностей, нередко приводя к насилию. Во-вторых, в процессе проведенного исследования выявлены недостатки терминологии «экстремизм» и «экстремистская деятельность» ввиду использовании этих понятий как синонимов. В уголовно-правовой науке на современном этапе имеется неопределенность относительно единого понятия форм, видов экстремизма. В-третьих, качественное и эффективное расследование преступлений экстремистской направленности зависит от взаимодействия между правоохранительными органами, которое должно опираться на сочетание усилий субъектов уголовно-процессуальной и оперативно-розыскной деятельности. В-четверых, проведение активной разъяснительной и пропагандистской работы с населением позволило бы минимизировать совершение преступлений экстремистской направленности в связи с проживанием на территории страны большого количества различных народностей.

The presented article substantiates the relevance of the chosen topic for research. Firstly, extremism can lead to destabilising consequences for society, which pose a threat to the national security of the state. The danger of this negative phenomenon is also conditioned by the possibility of causing social discord, destruction of generally accepted values, often leading to violence. Secondly, in the course of the study revealed the shortcomings of the terminology of "extremism" and "extremist activity" due to the use of these concepts as synonyms. At the present stage there is uncertainty in the criminal-legal science regarding a single concept of forms and types of extremism. Thirdly, qualitative and effective investigation of extremist offences depends on cooperation between law enforcement agencies, which should be based on a combination of efforts of subjects of criminal procedure and operational and investigative activities. Fourth, active awareness-raising and propaganda work with the population would minimise the commission of extremist crimes due to the large number of different nationalities living in the country.
PROBLEMS OF FORCED SELECTION OF FINGERPOINT AND BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES FOR COMPARATIVE RESEARCH
Authors: Чернышёв С.А. , Журбенко А.М.
Published: April 2024

В статье рассматриваются отдельные проблемы практики при-нудительного отбора образцов для сравнительного исследования в ходе раскры-тия и расследования преступлений. Рассмотрен опыт зарубежных стран, их нор-мативно-правовая база, регулирующая вопросы принудительного отбора образ-цов. Предлагаются пути повышения эффективности данного направления дея-тельности. Указывается на необходимость внесения изменений в законодатель-ство Российской Федерации по урегулированию вопроса принудительного отбора образцов крови у лиц, подлежащих обязательной геномной регистрации.

This article discusses some of the problems of the practice of forced sampling for comparative research during the detection and investigation of crimes. The experience of foreign countries, their regulatory framework regulating the issues of forced sampling is considered. The ways of increasing the efficiency of this activity are proposed. It is pointed out that it is necessary to amend the legislation of the Russian
ON THE ISSUE OF THE USE OF SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE IN THE INVESTIGATION OF EMBEZZLEMENT OF BUDGET FUNDS INTENDED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR OF SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES
Authors: Бойко И.Н.
Published: April 2024

Специальные знания достаточно часто являются необходимыми для установления истины по уголовным делам. При расследовании преступлений широко используются специальные знания, необходимые для определения обстоятельств по уголовному делу, адекватного восприятия текущей ситуации и экспертной оценки имеющихся доказательств. В данной статье аргументирована необходимость и потребность в применении специальных знаний как в непроцессуальных, так и в процессуальных формах при расследовании хищений бюджетных средств, предназначенных для строительства и ремонта объектов социальной инфраструктуры, а также иных преступлений.

Special knowledge is quite often necessary to establish the truth in criminal cases. In the investigation of crimes, special knowledge is widely used to determine the circumstances of a criminal case, adequately perceive the current situation and correctly evaluate the available evidence. This article analyzes various ways of applying such special knowledge both in extrajudicial and judicial procedures, identifies certain difficulties associated with their use, and also considers the issue of attracting experts for successful resolution of investigation tasks.
THE EVIDENTIARY VALUE OF THE RESULTS OF EXPERT EXAMINATION OF DIGITAL IMAGES OF HANDWRITTEN DOCUMENT DETAILS
Authors: Шведова Н.Н.
Published: April 2024

Статья посвящена одной из актуальных проблем экспертной практики – производству судебных экспертиз изображений рукописных реквизитов. Автор анализирует существующие методические подходы к исследованию объектов данной категории, имеющих цифровую природу, акцентируя внимание на электрофотографической технологии получения таких изображений. В статье обращается внимание на тот факт, что способ цифровой электрофотографической печати зачастую используется для маскировки различных фальсификаций документов, в том числе компьютерного монтажа. В распечатках, полученных данным способом, невозможно соблюсти требования методики по установлению признаков технической подделки подписи, что снижает обоснованность и достоверность последующего идентификационного исследования. Отмечается, что дефекты узлов и механизмов печатающего устройства могут влиять на качество отображения штрихов почерковых объектов на бумаге и искажать результаты экспертного исследования. Подчеркивается, что в данных обстоятельствах закономерным является отказ эксперта от решения вопроса, а любая формулировка условного вывода бессмысленна и лишает его какого-либо доказательственного значения.

The article is devoted to one of the urgent problems of expert practice -forensic examination of images of handwritten requisites. The author analyses the existing methodological approaches to the study of objects of this category having digital nature, focusing on the electrophotographic technology of obtaining such images. The article draws attention to the fact that the method of digital electrophotographic printing is often used to disguise various document falsifications, including computer editing. In printouts obtained by this method, it is impossible to comply with the requirements of the methodology for establishing the signs of technical forgery of a signature, which reduces the validity and reliability of the subsequent identification study. It is noted that defects in the units and mechanisms of the printing device may affect the quality of displaying the strokes of handwriting objects on paper and distort the results of the expert study. It is emphasised that in these circumstances it is natural for the expert to refuse to solve the question, and any formulation of a conditional conclusion is meaningless and deprives it of any evidentiary value.
Protection of Mixed Overhead and Underground Cable Lines
Authors: Pawar Vinayak
Published: April 2024

This paper describes the protection challenges of overhead line along with underground cable to use auto recloser for Transient faults in Power system to minimize the breakdown time & maintain reliability of power system for mixed transmission line Key Words: Auto reclosing, differential protection cable protection
A COMPUTATIONAL FLUID DYNAMICS STUDY ON FLOW PATTERNS IN A SOLAR AIR HEATER WITH ARTIFICIAL ROUGHNESS
Authors: Tiwari Anshu Kumar
Published: April 2024

Solar air heaters, renowned for their simplicity in design, offer an economical solution and stand as the most prevalent solar energy collection devices. However, their thermal efficiency is notably diminished due to the relatively low convective heat transfer coefficient between the absorber plate and the air, resulting in elevated absorber plate temperatures and substantial heat loss to the surroundings. This study delves into the intricacies of heat transfer within a solar air heater utilizing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Specifically, it examines the impact of Reynolds number variation on Nusselt number. The investigation employs ANSYS FLUENT 16, a commercial finite volume package, to analyze and visually depict the flow characteristics within the duct of the solar air heater. Index Terms : Solar Air Heater, Heat transfer, Pressure Drop, CFD.