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Cryosphere changes and local adaptation strategies: socio-hydrological case studies from the Himalayan region
Authors: Nüsser Marcus , Schmidt Susanne , Dame Juliane
Published: September 2022

Rapid changes of the Himalayan cryosphere have received enormous scientific and media attention over the past two decades. The abode of snow - as the Himalaya is translated from Sanskrit - faces not only massive hydro-climatic changes but the region is also characterized by rapid urbanization and infrastructure development, which increase vulnerabilities of local communities. The subsequent effects on meltwater-dependent irrigation systems for crop cultivation and risks due to recurring and more frequent cryosphere-related hazards including Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) require integrated analyses of local water management and adaptation strategies to cope with predicted water scarcity. An improved understanding of socio-hydrological pathways is necessary to capture regional and local particularities and dynamics, including glacio-fluvial runoff, socioeconomic processes, indigenous environmental knowledge, and external development interventions. Cryosphere-related hazards of different nature, frequency and magnitude pose recurrent problems ranging from damages of irrigation canals and eroded fields to massive destruction of human habitat and loss of lifes in Himalayan riskscapes. Our contribution is based on long-term case studies from semi-arid Himalayan regions of India and Pakistan. We explore the role of (hard) water harvesting infrastructures, including implementation of ice reservoirs and construction of improved irrigation networks, and (soft) infrastructures ranging from village institutions to non-governmental organizations and state-sponsored development programs. Our field-based research includes socioeconomic and hydrological data collection, supported by multi-temporal analyses of remote sensing data. The contribution aims to develop a socio-hydrological framework for the fragile Himalayan region that may be used as a basis for more sustainable development pathways.
Quantifying the impact of rapid urban development on groundwater recharge (case study Qatar)
Authors: Ajjur Salah Basem , Al-Ghamdi Sami G.
Published: September 2022

Qatar is a hyper-arid country in the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula. Over the last five decades, the built environment in the country’s metropolitan Doha, the capital city in Qatar, grew 60 times. Future plans include extra-urban development before 2030. Tough, the impact of such urban development on the country’s aquifers still unexplored. This study quantifies such impact through the end of the century. First, six periods represented the main stages of urban development during the last five decades in Doha. These periods are 1987, 1991, 1998, 2003, 2009, and 2013. Then, climatic data and groundwater parameters in addition to land use maps were used in a physically-based spatially distributed hydrological model (WetSpass) to calculate groundwater recharge values during these six periods. The variations in groundwater recharge quantities were then quantified spatially and temporally. Results showed significant variations with a deficiency in groundwater recharge increases with urban development increase. Groundwater recharge value in 2013 was 62% lower than that in 1987. Results also showed a particular trend of spatial variations in groundwater recharge. The study finally determined the main spots for applying managed aquifer recharge (MAR) as ways to replenish the aquifers. The findings of this study are keys to understanding the consequences of urban development changes in groundwater recharge, including impacts on agriculture and water balance. The proposed approach is applicable in similar regions, characterized by hasty urban development.
The Effect of Hydrological Drought on Water Quality in Zanjanrud River
Authors: Abdollahi Zahra , Kavian Ataollah , Sadeghi Seyed Hamid Reza
Published: September 2022

The ZanjanRud Basin, in north-western Iran, Zanjan Province, has recently experienced the worst drought conditions in over 50 years of records. Watershed management decisions and climatic shifts resulted in hydrological drought in the middle reaches of the ZanjanRud River from 1999 to 2018. Average River discharge (0/49 m3/s at Sarcham Hydrometric station) in the drought period (2008-2018) were approximately 0.65 m3/s lower than the long-term average (1.2 m3/s) and represented a 54.16% reduction in water discharge. The purpose of this study was to increase understanding of the water quality and ecology of the river, provide additional information for investigation of watershed management options which are compatible with climate change.

Water quality was investigated at the middle part of the river (2 sites) which were regularly (fifteen–monthly) monitored from October 2016 to March 2018. This reach has experienced municipal effluent discharge and are at risk of acidification. The water quality parameters considered in this report were general water quality parameters (EC, temperature, pH, TDS, TSS, turbidity), nutrients (total nitrogen, TN; total phosphorus, TP), dissolved oxygen, chemical oxygen demands, color, and particle metals. Hydrological parameters were also assessed as potential drivers of water quality change. The concentration of dissolved and particulate material in the study sites increased during hot and dry months driven by evaporation and the associated large reduction in water volume. The lack of runoff also resulted in the observation of a high concentration of nutrients and green-algae during the low flow period. Turbidity also increased during the drought period. The results revealed that the middle part of the river is highly influenced by effluents from the municipal area (Zanjan City). Further assessment of water quality during future low flow events is recommended in our study area.
Morphological characterization using South Rivers Toolbox in the Duqueco river: A support tool for river management
Authors: Yépez Santiago , Salas Francisca , Vargas José , Osores Victor , Rodriguez Rolando
Published: September 2022

The phenomena associated with global climate variability may lead to more intense extreme events, thus causing an increase in floods and prolonged droughts. In view of this situation, the Chilean Directorate of Hydraulic Works (DOH) has the task of selecting the works to be executed with the highest priority with the annual budget, to control and mitigate the effects of floods. Hence the need for a tool that includes the evaluation of fluvial morphodynamics, which allows the management of hydraulic works compatible with the processes of response and adjustment of the channels. The objective of this study is to characterize the fluvial styles of the Duqueco River based on its geomorphology, to understand the character and behavior of the fluvial corridor in a semi-automatic way applying GIS techniques and Python geoprocessing. The first stage of the River Styles framework is applied through the South Rivers Toolbox program, which characterizes and classifies fluvial styles based on hydromorphological attributes measured at segment scale, implementing a semi-automatic approach that reduces expert judgment. Previously, the disaggregation and aggregation framework is used, which determines channel attributes at a local scale, and then aggregates them with a statistical test in larger reaches. The whole process is performed in a semi-automated way with tools from the South Rivers Toolbox set within the QGIS software. As results, 36 main fluvial styles and 47 complementary styles are classified and characterized, and the river channel is analyzed in 3 zones. The upper zone is characterized by being mostly confined, mono-channel, with a bed of boulders and blocks, being highly intervened by power generation works; the middle zone is still mostly confined and mono-channel, with a change in the type of bed towards boulders. Finally, the lower zone is more diverse in styles, mostly unconfined, with a high presence of geomorphic units that give way to multichannel and transition zones.
Recent changes in extreme wave events in the Southwestern South Atlantic
Authors: Gramcianinov Carolina Barnez , Staneva Joanna , Souza Celia Regina Gouveia , Linhares Priscila , de Camargo Ricardo , da Silva Dias Pedro Leite
Published: September 2022

Abstract. Over the past decades, the South Atlantic Ocean has experienced several changes, including a reported increase in coastal erosion and floods. This study aims to investigate the recent changes in the extreme wave events over the Southwest South Atlantic (SWSA) – which hosts the most economically important harbours in South America, high oil and gas production demands, and rich biodiversity. This investigation considers not only the occurrence of wave extreme events but also other extreme wave indicators that may impact the off-shore and coastal areas. For a more direct application to future risk assessment and management, we perform a more focused analysis considering the regional monitoring and warning system division established by the Brazilian Navy. We used a coastal hazards database that covers a portion of the coast to investigate how the trends given by the hindcast may impact the coastal zone. Extreme wave events are obtained using the 95th percentile of significant wave height (Hs) from 1993 to 2021, combining the CMEMS global wave reanalysis and near-real-time products. Annual and seasonal statistics are used to analyse the wave mean and extreme climate patterns and trends in the study region, focusing on Hs, peak period, and wave power. With the analysis, an overview of the wave climate in the study domain is made, including the discussion about seasonal differences. Our findings showed significant changes in the SWSA mainly associated with an increase in mean Hs values, wave period, and consequently, the wave power. Narrowing down to the coast impact, we found an increase in the number of coastal hazards in São Paulo State associated with wave forcing in good agreement with the increase in the number of extreme wave events in the adjacent ocean sector.
Análise da transformação digital no setor de compras públicas em uma instituição federal de ensino
Authors: Puppim Leir Martins , Baptista Isabela de Souza , Lemos Felipe Carvalho de
Published: September 2022

A revolução tecnológica, fenômeno fruto da globalização, interferiu e continua a impactar diversos setores, como o de compras públicas. É um processo que permeia em diversos meios, atingindo agentes, seja a sociedade-cliente ou aqueles que trabalham no setor público. O comportamento humano frente aos avanços da tecnologia traz à tona a dinâmica em um dos princípios da administração pública: o da eficiência. A economia gira em torno de inúmeras variáveis, e, atualmente, é cada vez mais difícil desassociar o homem da tecnologia. Assim, o presente trabalho visa realizar uma pesquisa Survey em uma instituição de ensino federal sobre transformação digital, compras públicas, ergonomia e economia da funcionalidade e da cooperação, tendo como público-alvo os pregoeiros e o pessoal de apoio do setor de compras. Os resultados encontrados evidenciam os benefícios trazidos com o advento da tecnologia, abordando os aspectos e peculiaridades do setor público, bem como das mudanças para os agentes e para a sociedade. Como pesquisas futuras, sugere-se a continuidade e o avanço de estudos em torno de compras públicas e de servidores públicos que lidam com a constante alteração de leis e normas e que estão suscetíveis aos impactos da inovação tecnológica.
Keterampilan Passing Peserta Ekstrakurikuler Sepak Bola
Authors: Rahail Ronny Brayntin , Dwi Kuswoyo Dilli
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan passing siswa sebagai peserta ekstrakurikuler sepak bola di SMP Negeri 1 Kumbe. Penelitian ini digunakan 28 mahasiswa sebagai sampel. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif yang didukung oleh analisis data tentang lulus uji keterampilan siswa tanpa hipotesis. Berdasarkan analisis data, menunjukkan bahwa siswa yang lulus keterampilan untuk ekstrakurikuler sepak bola adalah "Baik". Hal ini dibuktikan dengan jumlah frekuensinya sebesar 10 dengan 35,71% sebagai kategori yang baik. Dimana kategori "Sangat Baik" mengambil posisi kedua dengan jumlah frekuensi sebesar 8 atau 28,57%. Peringkat ketiga yang diambil oleh kategori "Kurang" dengan jumlah frekuensi adalah 6 atau 21,43% dan sebagai peringkat terakhir dengan jumlah frekuensi adalah 2 atau 7,14% adalah kategori "Sangat Baik" dan "Miskin". Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa teknik passing siswa menempatkan kategori yang baik, artinya perlu ditingkatkan.
Pengaruh Keterampilan dan Pengalaman Kerja Terhadap Pengembangan Karir Karyawan Pada CV. SKS Bima
Authors: Aksa Syaidinil , Yusuf Muhammad
Published: September 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui  Pengaruh Keterampilan dan Pengalaman Kerja Terhadap Pengembangan Karir Karyawan Pada CV. SKS Bima. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian yaitu menggunakan pendekatan asosiatif. Populasi dalam penelitian berjumlah 62 orang dengan sampel karywan tetap sejumlah 52 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu observasi, kuesioner, dan studi pustaka. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan uji validitas dan uji reliabilitas, uji asumsi klasik, analisis regresi linear berganda, koefisien korelasi, koefisien determinasi, uji T, dan uji F dengan diolah menggunakan program Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS) version 20. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa Keterampilan (X1) dan Pengalaman Kerja(X2) secara bersamaan (simultan) berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap Pengembangan Karir Karyawan CV. SKS Bima
Kata Kunci : Keterampilan, Pengalaman Kerja, Pengembangan Karir
TINJAUAN LITERATUR FINANCIAL LITERACY DAN PENGARUHNYA PADA BIAS KEUANGAN
Authors: Pradana Bayu Laksma , Kiky Andreas
Published: September 2022

Financial Literacy has been known as a factor influencing decision making. Financial literacy is knowledge, skill, and attitude of a person regarding finance. Researchers use subjective and objective financial literacy to measure how literate a person is. One of behavior finance observation is to study how mind can be affected by bias. There are many biases that people should be aware of. Such bias can make people suffer from financial loss. Studies have shown there is a relation between financial literacy and bias. The more literate, the better he can avoid bias. This study explains the theory of financial literacy and financial bias. Previous works have been thoroughly selected to provide evidence.
ANALISIS FAKTOR PEMBENTUK KEPUTUSAN PEMILIHAN PERGURUAN TINGGI SWASTA PADA SEKOLAH TINGGI ILMU EKONOMI WIYATAMANDALA (STUDI EMPIRIS PADA MAHASISWA PRODI S1 MANAJEMEN DAN AKUNTANSI ANGKATAN 2018-2021 SERTA CALON MAHASISWA ANGKATAN 2022-2023)
Authors: Hikmah Nur , Sutrisno Sutrisno
Published: September 2022

This study was conducted with the aim of knowing the Decision-Making Factors for the Selection of Private Universities at the Wiyatamandala School of Economics (Empirical Studies on Management and Accounting Undergraduate Students Class of 2018-2021 Prospective Students Class of 2022). Respondents in this study were active students of STIE Wiyatamandala class 2018-2021 and prospective new students of STIE Wiyatamandala class of 2022. Data collection was carried out through distributing questionnaires. The analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the study show that External Factors, Campus Attributes, and Campus Efforts in Communicating with Students are variables that make students choose Private Universities at the Wiyatamandala Wiyatamandala School of Economics 2018-2021 and prospective students of STIE Wiyatamandala class of 2022-2023
PERAN PEMASARAN DIGITAL: SEBUAH PERSPEKTIF DARI MANAJER HOTEL DI SUMBAWA
Authors: Cahyono Tomy Dwi , Rizqi Reza Muhammad
Published: September 2022

The role of the Internet in the buying behavior of tourists has led to a change in increasingly digital marketing plans. This study aims to find out how hotel industry managers use digital marketing as a marketing tool. In this study, using qualitative methodologies was adopted.  Then semi-structured interviews were conducted with managers and marketers from 39 hotels that participated in the study. Digital marketing tools provide many benefits to the hospitality industry. However, managers still haven't used their potential in the realm of digital marketing. Although the data was collected at the end of 2020, we believe that the findings and recommendations are still valid and relevant. This study offers several recommendations to improve the effectiveness of hotel digital marketing in Sumbawa. Although it uses a thematic approach, this article provides an extensive assessment of the range of digital marketing communications in the luxury segment of the hospitality industry. In addition, these estimates are made for all units on a municipal scale.
Drifting bryozoans increase nekton diversity in the north- central Gulf of Mexico unvegetated muddy bottom seascape
Authors: Anderson E John , Peterson Mark S , Andres Michael J
Published: September 2022

Bryozoans are sessile suspension-feeders; however, some species become dislodged and represent drifting, ephemeral habitat. Beyond those on drift algae, there are relatively few studies describing the fauna associated with ephemeral habitats and the functions these habitats maintain
in estuarine systems. Given the highly structured morphology of bryozoans and the muddy-bottom seascape of the north-central Gulf of Mexico, we hypothesized that the presence of bryozoans in nearshore waters provides additional temporally and spatially ephemeral habitat for invertebrates,
small mobile fishes, or early life-stages of estuarine nekton. We examined seine and trawl samples from a long-term fisheries monitoring program operating within Mississippi Sound, Mississippi to test our hypothesis. Overall, we collected 71 and 85 invertebrate taxa in seine (2012–2017)
and trawl (2013–2017) samples, respectively, with 40 taxa in common. We also collected 86 and 74 fish taxa overall in all seine (2012–2017) and trawl (2013– 2017) samples, respectively, with 53 taxa in common. We documented highest species richness and species diversity indices
when bryozoans were present and in large volumes; however, most of the samples with bryozoans present were collected between September and November. Our results suggest bryozoan mats likely serve as a dispersal mechanism and refugia for estuarine nekton within a soft-sediment seascape as mats
pulse shoreward with winds, tides, and currents.
Style of Speech in Divine Books: Analytical and Comparative Study
Authors: Ghani Dr. Amber , Qadir Dr. Abdul
Published: September 2022

Speech is the style of communication between humans. Whenever they want to deliver their message, they call another person. For this, Allah has provided human with special types of speeches through Holy prophets and Holy books. Aim of this research to find out various ways of speech used in Psalm, Old Testament, New Testament, (Bible as compiled form) and Holy Quran. Comparison shows that all Holy books consists of exemplary speech, observational speech, and stories. Meanwhile each book has its own style of speech too. Like in Psalm, its poetic and emotionally sensitive style, makes it unique among others. on the other hand, Torah has special and descriptive speeches. Bible mainly sketches character and have promotion and reminder style of speeches. By using comparative research methodology, it can be concluded that Holy Quran, last and the complier of all the books, has its exclusive quality of speech. Its speeches have beautiful verses and sweet melody. Having same   literal style as in Holy books before Holy Quran, it has separately used logical and general speech. By analysing the ways taught by Holy Quran, one can easily upgrade his own speech. That is how Allah has not only delivered His speech but also teaches human to speak gently, precisely, logically and politely.
Maulana Obaidullah Sindhi's Theory of Ethics and the Formation of Society (In Modern Context)
Authors: Ahmed Waqar , Hashmi Dr. Shah Moinuddin
Published: September 2022

Molana ubaidullah Sindhi was a unique scholar of Islam. He embraced Islam when he was quite young.he got his education while he was in Sindh from Hafiz Muhammad  siddique who was titled by Syed ul aarifeen and during the study at deoband India he got his education from molana Mahmood Hassan deobandy famous  for  his title sheikh ul hind. He pondered in Quran and philosophy of Shah Walli Ullah throughout his life ND extracted laws and orders from it. He discussed ethics and philosophy in his discourses. He kept in mind Quran and philosophy of Shah Walli Ullah and its contemporary interpretation while discussing ethics and philosophy. In this article have analyses the thoughts of Molana Sindhi and tried to explain his point of view on philosophy of ethics from his discourses. The article is decided into four topics:Definition and importance of ethics and study of ethics.Basic features of ethics and molana Sindhis point of view.Role of ethics in construction of society in view of molana Sindhi.Point of view of molana Sindhi on typical ethical practices.At the end results of research are given in the topic naming “Al hasil”.
Humor in the Light of Sira-un-Nabi (PBUH) and its Principles and Rules: A Research Study
Authors: Iqbal Dr. Muhammad Zafar , Naveed Hafiz Muhammad , Babar Dr. Ghulam Hussain
Published: September 2022

Islam is a perfect religion. Which is an unparalleled gift and a beautiful gift from the Creator of the universe to humanity. Allah Almighty has formulated its rules and regulations and these rules are in harmony with human nature. Because Allah Almighty is the Creator of humanity. He has created human nature and temperament. Therefore, who can be more knowledgeable of nature and knowledge of human nature than this? It is a different matter that this substance is kept less in some and more in others. ۔ Undoubtedly, this is a great divine blessing which removes the languor of hearts and gives them a state of serenity. In this regard, I find the best example from the blessed life of the Holy Prophet(PBH). He used to joke with his devotees, which caused a wave of happiness among them. There are some rules and regulations mentioned in the hadiths for humor, the observance of which is very important.
Evaluation of attachment of osteoblast-like cells based on morphology at the fixture surface of dental implants
Authors: Hooshiar SM Hosseini , Zare Mahammad Sadegh
Published: September 2022

Background and Aim: Bacteria can attach to the implant surfaces, and the rough pattern can make it difficult to clean the microorganisms and result in an inflammatory process and loss of the implant. Accordingly, the present study aimed to investigate the attachment of osteoblast-like cells based on morphology at the fixture surface of dental implants. Materials & Methods: MTT test (3- [4,5-Dimethylthiazol-2-yl] -2,5-Diphenyl Tetrazoliumbromide) was used for quantitative evaluation of the effect of 980nm Diode laser irradiation and Er: YAG on the viability rate of saos-2 cells on implants. In this method, the cell viability rate is evaluated by quantifying a metabolic product and confirms the mitochondrial activity of cells, which is directly associated with cell growth and, subsequently, its viability. Results: The results of this study show that based on the MTT test, the percentage of viability of cells for implants under Diode laser irradiation was higher than the control group, but this value was not significant. This value was lower than the Er: YAG laser, which was insignificant. Conclusion: According to SEM observations, the density of cell aggregates and surface spreading of the implants were similar in the three groups.
Evaluation of posterior segment ocular disorders using B-scan ultrasonography in patients attending a tertiary care teaching hospital Telangana India
Authors: Sujatha Gaddam , Krishna Neredu , Vasantha Gudla , Sindhu Vermareddy
Published: September 2022

Background: Ultrasonography is one of the most useful non-invasive techniques for evaluation  of the Posterior segment of the eye. Objectives:  to evaluate the posterior segment and identify any posterior segment disorders, using diagnostic B - scan ultrasonography in patients presenting with opaque ocular media. Methodology: Patients with opaque media were subjected for evaluation of the Posterior segment using a standard Ultrasound unit - MARVEL B-scan, consisting of diagnostic B scan and A scan biometry. Ultrasound probe was placed over the globe of the closed eye after applying coupling gel over the probe. The globe was scanned thoroughly using transverse, longitudinal, oblique and axial scans.Ultrasound image was analysed for any abnormalities both in real time and after freezing the image and findings were documented Results: Almost ¾ th of the patients with ocular trauma were found to have detectable posterior segment pathologies on b scan. Retinal detachment combined with vitreous hemorrhage was most    common b scan finding in patients with ocular trauma.Posterior vitreous detachment was commonly observed pathology in 10 eyes  followed by vitreous hemorrhage in 7 patients. Conclusion: B-scan ultrasonography is useful in the assessment of ocular traumatic and non – traumatic lesions and supplements clinical examination with valuable information.
Efficacy of probing in congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in paediatric patients
Authors: Sujatha Gaddam , Vasantha Gudla , Krishna Neredu , Vandana Deshmukh
Published: September 2022

Background: Congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction (CNLDO) is the most common disorder leading to epiphora and is usually due to failure of canalization of the nasolacrimal duct (NLD) at its distal end Objectives:  To study the efficacy of probing in congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction in 2 to 4 years of children. Methodology: Probing was carried out through the punctum by using bowman’s probe which was available in various sizes from 0.7mm to size 1.1mm. Appropriately sized probe was directed vertically first then gently directed medially until bony feeling was encountered. Firm pressure was applied to probe, attempted to     advance probe beyond obstruction in NLD. Left the probe for 1 minute in that position. After the procedure topical antibiotic eye drops were advised for 2 weeks. Results: The overall success rate of probing in 2 to 4 years age group was 63.8%. In total 50 patients with 57 eyes 7 were bilateral cases in that 3 (42.9%) were treated successfully. In 43 unilateral cases 30 (69.8%) were treated successfully. The success rate of probing in right eye (70.8%) and left eye (68.2%). Conclusion: Probing can be still viable option for children aged 2years and more with CNLDO.
Integrating augmented reality technology to enhance student's learning in physical education
Authors: Omarov Bakhytzhan , Doskarayev Baurzhan , Omarov Nurlan , Kendzhayeva Balnur , Anarbayev Almas , Yessirkepov Zhandos
Published: September 2022

In practically every professional sport, the usage of linked computerized performances and monitoring components, data analysis, augmented and virtual reality are standard things. Augmented reality in sporting is being shaped by the interaction of devices and information and communication technology advances. Nevertheless, without analysis, the data collected are useless. In the sporting industry, scientists and researchers are becoming more and more essential to human operations. Even if a variety of data, technology, new measurements, and analytics are readily available on our life, most participants in professional sports do not yet show a strong interest in sports analysis. In this study, we explore augmented reality tools in sport activities and consider augmented reality tools to improve health conditions of students at the universities.
Evaluation of thyroid hormones in liver cirrhosis patients on the basis of child pugh score
Authors: Razdan Aratrika , Singh Sunita , Akhtar Shehreen , Yogi Jai Prakash , Fiza Bushra , Sinha Maheep
Published: September 2022

Introduction: Cirrhosis is an advanced stage of liver fibrosis that is accompanied by distortion of the hepatic vasculature. It is the histological development of regenerative nodules surrounded by fibrous bands in response to chronic liver injury. Objectives: The study was intended to assess serum Triiodothyronine (T3), Thyroxine (T4) levels and Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) on the basis of Child Pugh Score in patients with Liver Cirrhosis. Methodology: 100 clinically diagnosed cases of Liver Cirrhosis patients were enrolled for the study. Estimation of Thyroid Hormones were performed. Statistical evaluation was done for analysis of the results. Result: The study documented a significant decrease in T3 levels (P= <0.0001), a non-significant increase in T4 levels (P=0.997) and a slightly significant increase in TSH levels (P=0.034) on the basis of CP Score. Conclusion: The patients with liver cirrhosis have significantly decreased levels of T3 with increased CP Score. The routine liver enzymes like AST, ALT and ALP may be unable to predict the risk of development of liver cirrhosis specially in the early stages. Therefore, screening of serum T3 levels is strongly recommended in patients with early-stage liver diseases like ALD, NAFLD, NASH and CLD.
systematic review on serum retinol binding protein 4 (RBP4) and interrelated iron status in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
Authors: Trivedi J , Aggarwal J , Batra J , Singh V. K , Arora R
Published: September 2022

The dysregulation of adipokines is closely associated with the pathogenesis of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes mellitus. A recently proposed adipokine i.e., Retinol-binding protein-4 (RBP4), is found to provide a connecting link between insulin resistance and obesity. Interestingly, the interaction between vitamin A and iron status has also been observed in a few shreds of evidence. For instance, vitamin A deficiency may result in impairment of iron metabolism and may aggravate anemia. Here, the present review is designed to summarize the up-to-date knowledge on RBP4’s role in obesity, development of insulin resistance, and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by findings of previous studies and investigate the crucial possible outcome of the relationship between RBP4 and iron status in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients, most importantly in humans.
Cost Effective EdTech Paper 3
Authors: Mitchell Joel , D'Rozario Jonny
Published: September 2022

An output of the EdTech Hub, https://edtechhub.org
Listado florístico preliminar del humedal Río San Pedro-Meoqui a siete años de su designación Ramsar
Authors: Ibarra Jaime Pedro , Rivas Lucero Bertha Alicia , Zúñiga Ávila Gabriel , Gutiérrez Mélida
Published: September 2022

Los humedales en zonas áridas proveen funciones ecosistémicas importantes para el entorno, entre ellas, destaca la depuración de contaminantes y el proporcionar hábitat para flora y fauna silvestre. Este estudio reporta el primer listado florístico del humedal Río San Pedro-Meoqui, incluyendo especies acuáticas, subacuáticas, arbóreas y arbustivas dominantes a lo largo de cinco kilómetros del humedal colindantes con las zonas urbanas de Delicias y Meoqui. Para su identificación se utilizaron varios herbarios y guías reconocidos, mientras que el muestreo siguió el método de línea intercepción. Se reportan un total de veinte especies, de las cuales tres son invasoras. Este listado se podrá usar como punto de comparación en estudios futuros sobre vegetación establecida, así como sobre funciones depuradoras y ecológicas dentro del humedal.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.54167/tch.v13i2.431
Rural Electrification and the Uptake of Renewable Energy in Nigeria: Lessons from Kenya
Authors: Kamoru T Lawal
Published: September 2022

Recent technology advancements have brought to the fore the role renewable energy can play in providing timely access to clean and affordable energy in the rural areas. Although rural electrification programme in Nigeria aims at harnessing renewable energy resources for improved electricity access, the contribution of renewable energy has remained marginal till date. The aim of this paper is to identify barriers to the uptake of renewable energy for improved access to electricity in the rural areas. The paper finds that inadequate funding of rural electrification programme, high initial costs of renewable energy technology, absence of community participation coupled with the absence of a body with specific mandate to promote the use of renewable energy for rural electrification are major barriers to the rural application of renewable energy. Failure of Nigeria to address the issues will have implications for electricity access in the rural areas.
Modified Bass Diffusion Model to Study Adoption of Covid–19 Vaccines in the Philippines: Input for Inoculation Rollout
Authors: Boyshin Balsa Rebalde , Christhoffer Paran Lelis
Published: September 2022

This study aimed to identify a model that better predicts future trends in adopting Covid-19 vaccines in the Philippines. A non-experimental quantitative research design using modeling techniques was applied. To that effect, this study implemented two diffusion models: the Bass model and the modified Bass diffusion model incorporating vaccine supply, and Google searches, analyzed their predictive abilities, and determined the model that fits better with the observed data. Metric criteria for data analysis include Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE), Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), R2, and the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC). The results revealed that when plotted over time, the cumulative number of adopters follows, but not substantially, an S-shaped curve. The modified Bass diffusion model incorporating vaccine supply and Google searches described the adoption of Covid–19 vaccines more accurately and improved the forecast accuracy of the benchmark model by approximately 10%. Moreover, the Philippines expected to reach herd immunity with 90% as a threshold on September 4 – 17, 2022, when the percent of change of the cumulative vaccine supply and Google searches is 0.5%. The policy recommendation is proposed based on the findings of the study. Furthermore, future researchers may utilize the proposed model using the data in another set to confirm its predictive ability.
Kashmir nelle relazioni India-Pakistan: prospettive Politica nucleare, contesto e sviluppo del Pakistan Verso la risoluzione dei conflitti
Authors: Auden Bancroft
Published: September 2022

Il conflitto tra India e Pakistan per il problema del Kashmir appare ancora un ostacolo nelle loro relazioni. Sono trascorsi 58 anni da quando la controversia è passata, ma non esiste un accordo definitivo che possa essere accettato da entrambe le parti. Se il 1947 è il giorno dell'indipendenza dell'India e del Pakistan, quest'anno è l'inizio della sofferenza del popolo del Kashmir. Il Pakistan, in quanto partito che ha il diritto di far entrare il Kashmir nel suo territorio, sente il bisogno di continuare a sollevare questo problema, anche se deve sviluppare l'energia nucleare.
ACREDITACIÓN DE LABORATORIOS CLÍNICOS: ¿UN ASUNTO PENDIENTE?
Authors: Romero Arana Adolfo , García Iglesias Juan Jesús , Gómez Salgado Juan , Fagundo Rivera Javier , Romero Ruiz Adolfo
Published: September 2022

RESUMEN Los procesos de acreditación en los laboratorios se han convertido en algo cotidiano y conocido en nuestros días. No obstante, el grado de implantación de estos procedimientos de calidad no es tan alto como sería deseable. La complejidad del periodo preanalítico en concreto, requiere de un sistema de garantía de calidad siendo necesarias medidas capaces de acometer estrategias que fomenten la implantación de sistemas de calidad en las Unidades de Laboratorio Clínico. De hecho, la fase preanalítica es un periodo complejo y multidisciplinar sobre el que recae el mayor número de errores reportados en la literatura. Por ello, implementar este tipo de medidas mejoraría el cumplimiento de los procesos asistenciales relacionados, colaborando en una mejora continua de la seguridad clínica, la calidad asistencial y la costoeficiencia del sistema sanitario. PALABRAS CLAVE preanalítica, acreditación, seguridad del paciente, técnicas de laboratorio clínico, control analítico de calidad
Pengaruh Brand Awareness, Price Competitiveness, Dan Stock Availability Terhadap Purchase Intention Kulkas Side By Side
Authors: Susanto Geriadi , Ambardi Ambardi
Published: September 2022

Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif asosiatif, dimana data yang dikumpulkan diolah melaui proses analisa bersifat statistik, untuk mencari hubungan kausal antara satu variabel dengan variabel lainnya. Variabel yang mempengaruhi (independent) adalah kesadaran merek, harga kompetitif, dan ketersediaan stock. Sedangkan variable yang dipengaruhi (dependent) adalah minat pembelian kulkas side by side. Populasi diperkirakan berjumlah 1500 orang, maka jumlah sampel ideal adalah 100 responden (e : 10%). Sampel diambil berdasarkan simple random sampling. Data yang berhasil dikumpulkan diolah menggunakan alat analisa data Statistical Program And Service Solutionseri (SPSS) untuk mengetahui hubungan antara variabel independent terhadap variabel dependent. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa ketiga variabel independent, baik secara parsial maupun simultan berpengaruh secara positif dan signifikan terhadap variabel dependent.
Pengaruh Job Crafting, Communication Skills Dan Work Environtment Terhadap Job Performance Dengan Hubungan Kerja Sebagai Variabel Intervening Pada Pekerja Mikro BRI Kanca Demak
Authors: Maulana Misbakhul
Published: September 2022

This study entitled The Effect of Job Crafting, Communication Skills and Work Environment on Job Performance with Work engagement as Intervening Variables on Micro Workers of PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. Demak Branch. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of Job Crafting, Communication Skills and Work Environment on Employment Relations partially or simultaneously, analyze the effect of Job Crafting, Communication Skills and Work Environment on Job Performance partially or simultaneously, analyze the effect of work engagement on Job Performance, analyze the influence of Job Crafting, Communication Skills and Work Environment on Job Performance through Intervening Variables of Work engagement. The population of this study was 225 workers (either from Internal, Contract or Organic workers), with a total sample of 120 workers. Methods of collecting data with questionnaires and analyzing data using multiple linear regression and path analysis with SmartPLS aplication. The results of this study indicate that there is a significant positive influence in several hypotheses including communication skills on work engagagement, communication skills on performance, job crafting on work engagement, work environment on work engagement and work environment on performance. The results of the other hypotheses show a positive but not significant relationship, including the results of work engagement research on job performance, job crafting on job performance. In indirect research, it shows positive but not significant research results, both communication skills, job crafting and work environment variables at performance (job crafting) with intervening variables work engagement.
Technical engineering as a stimulator of developmentn and civilisational progress
Authors: Ficoń Krzysztof , Sokołowski Wojciech , Zięcina Marcin
Published: September 2022

The article presents theoretical and practical aspects of the operation of a key engineering category, i.e. technical engineering, and its dominant influence on the level of technical and civilisational development in evolving societies. The introduction discusses the concept, role, and place of technical engineering, and the general methodological framework applied in it. It emphasises the strong links between the scientific theoretical foundations of technical engineering and engineering practice, which stem chiefly from societal needs and utilitarian passions of many researchers involved in the creative art of engineering. The following section presents technical and technological assumptions and practical achievements of selected categories of technical engineering, such as: civil, water, military, mechanical, electrical, process, materials, and extreme engineering. The article is a conceptual review and stresses the synergy between science, knowledge, and technology (mainly technical and applied), as well as competences and skills, against the background of utilitarian societal needs.
Comparative Analysis of Trajectory of 7.62 × 51 mm Projectiles Fired at Different Initial Velocities
Authors: Leśnik Grzegorz , PAC Małgorzata , SZMIT Łukasz
Published: September 2022

The subject of the analysis involves the trajectories of 7.62 mm Lapua Scenar GB432 projectiles and “Ball” lead core projectiles manufactured by MESKO S.A. (Poland) fired at different initial velocities from 16, 20 and 26 inch long barrels. Calculations in the scope of the external ballistics concerning the characteristics of the trajectories of projectile fired from the analysed weapons were made using the PRODAS 3.5 software by Arrow Tech, using a mathematical model of the solid body movements with six degrees of freedom. During the analyses, the phenomena of the internal and transient ballistics and barrel vibrations were not taken into account. The subject of the study was only the trajectory of a projectile fired with a specific initial velocity corresponding to a barrel of a given length. The impact of wind was assessed by modifying the atmosphere model by adding a side wind blowing at a constant velocity throughout the distance.
The results allowed the analysis of the effect of the barrel length and the associated initial velocity of the projectile on the nature of the projectile trajectory, especially the obtained overheight path and projectile range. The impact of the side wind on different types of projectiles was also assessed. When shooting precision rifles, it is better to use rounds with heavy projectiles, optimized for long-distance shooting. Lightweight-projectile rounds can be successfully used in the semi-automatic rifles used for support at the lowest levels, where more manoeuvrability (including barrels with a length not exceeding 20 inches) and higher fire rate is required, and, at the same, where shooting at distances exceeding 500 m is not necessary. Lightweight-projectile rounds can also be successfully used for marksmanship training at distances below 500 m, where the differences between the trajectories of different projectiles are the least.
Impact of Farm Management Practices on Quality of Milk
Authors: Saadi Toheed
Published: September 2022

Dairy farming is an ancient traditional value of our society because it is an essential component of daily life. The farm animal’s area performs a fundamental position in national and rural economy of our country. Milk is a main product get from farm animals and the 3rd major milk producing country is Pakistan within the global. Dairy farming practices within the country are very primitive and traditional. About 70% of the entire milk quantity in the country produced by Punjab Province. Okara is one among the foremost irrigated and milk production area of Pakistan. Milk is viewed as a significant wellspring of complete diet.The current research work was designed to examine the behaviors of progressive and conventional dairy farms and the effect of these practices on milk output in the Okara District. The proximate composition of milk collected from conventional farms was relatively poor as compared to milk collected from progressive farms according to the standards. The proximate analysis revealed that the percentages for good quality milk samples for different parameters were 86.67%, 82.22%, 77.78%, 91.11%, 91.11% and 97.78% with respect to fat, acidity, moisture, ash, protein and pH, respectively irrespective of farm practices. Similarly with respect to pesticide residues, there were variable results. The ratio of good quality milk sample for bifenthrine residues was found to be less (95.56 % samples) in case of conventional farms as compared to progressive farms whereas for carbofuran residues the ratio of good quality samples was relative (86.67% samples) higher in case of conventional farms rather than that for progressive farms. Similarly adulteration of milk is most common problem in conventional farms.
ESTIMATION OF ANTIBIOTICS AND SYNTHETIC CHEMICALS TOWARDS BACTERIAL WILT OF POTATO CAUSED BY RALSTONIA SOLANACEARUM
Authors: Atiq Muhammad , Riasat Muqaddas , Rajput Nasir Ahmed , Sahi Shahbaz Talib , Usman Muhammad , Mazhar Hafiz Muhammad Rizwan , Nawaz Ahmad , Jabbar Abdul , Rehman Nasar-ur , Yaqoob Fahad , Shaheen Hafiz Muhammad Usama
Published: September 2022

Bacterial wilt of potato caused by Ralstonia solanacearum is most severe bacterial disease effecting potato production worldwide.In present research, the effect of different chemicals [Score(24.51%), Topsin-M (70%), Cabrio (60%), Fossi l(29%), Milvet (80%), Forum Top (53%), Excel(80%), Evcin (80%), Electus Super (30%) and Copper Hydroxide (52.4%) and antibiotics [Quinosel (10%), Novamox -LA (15%), Neflox(30%), Gentam(20%), Velocef (29%), Rithmo (44%), Cefcom (52.4%), Cefstar(52.41%) were evaluated against R. solanacearum under in-vitro conditions through inhibition zone technique and then, the combined effect of most effective chemical Score and antibiotic Quinosel was evaluated in-vivo conditions. The findings of the current study suggest that certain chemicals and antibiotics may be considered as an effective tool for the management of R. solanacearum in potato cropping system.
Groundwater Quality Assessment In Aka-Offot Industrial Layout, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Authors: Umana Umana
Published: September 2022

Groundwater quality assessment was carried out on water samples from five boreholes collected through simple random sampling method during wet and dry seasons within Aka-Offot Industrial Layout, Uyo and a non-industrialized area (control site). The aim was to assess their quality by determining their physico-chemical properties and heavy metals for comparison with the control site and the world’s threshold standards. Water samples were collected with polyethylene bottles that were initially rinsed with 10% hydrochloric acid then with sample water. Two samples were collected from each borehole. One was for physico-chemical properties determinations while the other one was for heavy metal analysis. HNO2 was added in the samples for heavy metal analysis for preservation of the metals. The samples were stored in an ice-packed cooler kit to the laboratory for analysis. The results revealed that the temperature of the water was slightly above WHO standard but fell below FEPA standard; turbidity and electrical conductivity fell within the permissible limits. The water was acidic because the mean pH value was lower than the permissible limit; dissolved oxygen was significantly low while biological oxygen demand was higher than the permissible limit signifying high load of organisms and impurities in the water. The total dissolved solid, ammonium, nitrate and sulphate were below the permissible limits. The mean values of Fe, Pb, Zn, Cr and Co fell below the permissible limits. For Cd, it’s dry season mean value was a little above WHO permissible limit but fell below FEPA standard while the dry season mean value of Mn was above FEPA’s permissible limit but all of them fell within the WHO limit. However, industrial wastes disposed in this area have had adverse effects on the groundwater. Therefore, adequate waste management method is one of the recommendations prescribed for a healthy and sustainable environment.
NGHIÊN CỨU ẢNH HƯỞNG CỦA CHIỀU DÀY LỚP BÊ TÔNG NHỰA ĐẾN ỨNG SUẤT KÉO UỐN TRONG KẾT CẤU MẶT ĐƯỜNG MỀM SÂN BAY
Authors: Đỗ Văn Thùy
Published: September 2022

Bài báo trình bày phương pháp nghiên cứu ảnh hưởng của chiều dày lớp bê tông nhựa (BTN) đến ứng suất kéo uốn của nó, có xét ảnh hưởng của các lớp kết cấu phía dưới. Các tác giả sử dụng phương pháp sai phân hữu hạn được lập trình trên nền ngôn ngữ Visual Basic 6.0 để xác định ứng suất kéo uốn của lớp BTN, làm cơ sở đưa ra các khuyến nghị trong thiết kế mặt đường mềm sân bay.