bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Hiperconectividad digital y tecnoestrés en los docentes de la Universidad Privada de Huancayo Franklin Roosevelt, 2023
Authors: Zavala Figueroa Nataly Johanna , Antesano Chávez Omar Saúl , Almonacid Sosa Edgar Fernando , Peralta Peña Mayck Erick , Tabraj Zacarias Walter Enrique
Published: May 2024

Objetivo: Determinar los niveles de hiperconectividad y tecnoestrés en los docentes de la Universidad Privada de Huancayo Franklin Roosevelt. Material y Metodos: Estudio básico de diseño descriptivo, con una muestra por conveniencia de 86 docentes. Resultados: En cuanto a la edad se tiene una media de 47 años en los docentes, en cuento al sexo la mayoría son varones con un 51,2%, respecto al horario de comunicación se tiene un 38,4% en cualquier momento, los medios de comunicación más usados fueron WhatsApp y reuniones virtuales, en cuanto a la frecuencia de conexión fuera del horario laboral 51,2% y el desarrollo de tareas fuera del horario de trabajo en tiempos muertos un 34,9%. Respecto a las dimensiones del tecnoestrés: Ansiedad nivel bajo 43%, Fatiga nivel bajo 41,9%, Escepticismo nivel bajo 48,8%, Ineficacia nivel bajo 47,7%, Conflictos intrapersonales nivel medio 45,3%, Agotamiento emocional nivel bajo 46,5%, Estrés nivel medio 41,9%; en general el nivel de tecnoestrés es de nivel bajo con un 36%. Conclusiones: Se evidenció la existencia de hiperconectividad en los docentes, existiendo gran variedad de medios digitales para la comunicación, así como la no limitación del horario de comunicación por parte de los estudiantes. Respecto al tecnoestrés, los docentes presentan el nivel alto en un 32,6%, nivel medio un 31,4% y un 36% en nivel bajo. Los niveles de las 7 dimensiones del tecnoestrés se encuentran en valores entre 20% al 33%, considerándose un sector vulnerable al tecnoestrés por hiperconectividad digital.
Inteligencia artificial generativa y su impacto en el marketing y las ventas
Authors: Landeo Julcarima Victor Alfonso , Morales Del Pozo Pedro Zoilo , Vilca Rodriguez Roger River , Lopez Miguel Martha Luz , Cerron Leon Wild Franz
Published: May 2024

El objetivo del presente trabajo fue evaluar el impacto de la implementación de técnicas de inteligencia artificia generativa en las estrategias de marketing y ventas. El método de investigación fue el científico, tipo y nivel de investigación básica relacional, con una población de 100 empresas de la Provincia de Huancayo y muestra de 79. Se encontró que existe una relación significativa entre inteligencia artificial generativa y el impacto en el marketing y ventas con un resultados correlacional (r=0,726,p<0,05), para la comprobación de la hipótesis especifica 1 se tuvo como resultado que, el grado de significancia entre inteligencia artificial generativa y posicionamiento de marca fue de (r=0,531,p<0,05) y por último los resultados de la para comprobar la hipótesis especifica 2 la obtención del resultado sobre si existe relación significativa entre inteligencia artificial generativa y tecnologías de ventas fue de (r=0,358,p<0,05). Podemos concluir que existe relación significativa entre inteligencia artificial generativa y marketing y ventas, generando en las empresas que lo utilizan ventaja competitiva a diferencia de sus competidores.
From Routes to Resilience: Exploring Manila Jeepney Drivers’ Demographics and Perspectives on Proposed Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) through Thematic Analysis
Authors:   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, M. Landayan Samantha Ashley , Magtanong Allyah Paula B. ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, L. Palma Arabella Mae ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, D. Rait Marc Joshua ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, M. Ramos John Cyril ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, B. Villar Ashley Jahzara ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, Vallespin Mc Rollyn ,   Undergraduate Studies, Institute of Education, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines
Published: May 2024

The Department of Transportation (DoTr) introduced the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) through Department Order No. 2017-011 as the Philippines pushed towards modernization. The program aims to improve the transportation system, but it also poses challenges to traditional jeepney drivers such as income instability and job loss. This study aims to understand the experiences and perceptions of jeepney drivers based in Manila regarding the PUVMP. It examines the drivers’ income level, access to financial resources, access to social services, job security, and coping strategies with the proposed plan. The researchers used a qualitative-descriptive approach to describe and analyze the jeepney drivers’ perceptions and coping strategies. The study highlights the drivers’ resilience through hardships, the need for practical solutions, better government support, and recognition of locally made jeepneys to ensure economic stability for drivers facing challenges from the PUVMP. The recommendations emphasize the importance of exploring the complexities of societal issues, especially for those involving the marginalized sector, and how dissecting these issues can help raise awareness and develop critical thinking skills.
Envisioning the Future: A Quantitative Analysis of Architecture Students' Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence Integration in Architectural Design across Region III, IV-A, and NCR, Philippines
Authors:   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, Alcaraz CJ S. , Diocena Lenra Zsamira ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, L. Dizon Janna Marie ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, B. Lascano Romaine Julia ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, M. Mawac Timothy Ishia ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, C. Uy Marc Daniel ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, Verendia Sienna Mae S. ,   Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines, D. Vallespin Mc Rollyn ,   Undergraduate Studies, Institute of Education, Far Eastern University-Manila, Sampaloc, Manila City, 1008, Metro Manila, Philippines
Published: May 2024

In an era characterized by modernization and technological advancements, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought changes to the different processes of various industries, including the field of architecture. To address concerns and present the views of those in the industry, this research aims to identify and describe the perceptions of Architecture students from various universities/colleges towards adopting AI in Architectural Design through descriptive-correlational research. As well as to discover the students’ acceptance level in adopting artificial intelligence in academic curriculum. Forty-five (45) university/college students enrolled in an Architecture program across diverse institutions drawn from a purposive sampling method answered a survey questionnaire containing Twenty (20) questions answerable by a 5-point Likert Scale. The results revealed that the students’ perceptions were neutral regarding adopting artificial intelligence in academic curriculum and future employment and careers. The correlational analysis suggested that the relationship between the perception of AI in architecture and its impact on career and employment was weak as they saw the potential threat of AI in future employment opportunities. The researchers recommended the results of this study for future research when gathering data related to artificial intelligence, the perception of the students, and the development of AI on how to improve and recognize the limitations of its use.
Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Robotic Systems for Nuclear Micro Reactor Development and Manufacturing
Authors:   Individual, USA, Rathod Priyank Jayantilal , Rathod Rajat Jayantilal ,   Institute of Technology, Nirma University, India, Patel Himanshu K ,   Institute of Technology, Nirma University, India
Published: May 2024

Artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms and methods are the forthcoming instances in developing advanced nuclear reactor technology, mainly micro-nuclear reactor development.
Automating The Deployment of MERN Stack on AWS App Runner Using AWS Code Pipeline
Authors:   USA
Published: May 2024

This paper explores the deployment of web applications utilizing AWS App Runner, a managed platform that simplifies the deployment process by allowing developers to select runtimes and deploy applications without the need for extensive configuration. It focuses on the advantages of using Docker runtime for API execution and web application deployment, highlighting the ease of dockerizing applications and the seamless integration with Amazon Elastic Container Registry (ECR). ECR provides a fully-managed Docker container registry, facilitating the efficient storage, management, and deployment of Docker container images. Additionally, the paper discusses the role of AWS CodeCommit as a secure, scalable, managed source control service for hosting private Git repositories, emphasizing its significance in the deployment pipeline. The combined use of these AWS services offers a streamlined, costeffective solution for deploying scalable and secure web applications directly from source code or container images to the AWS Cloud, thereby enhancing the deployment process for developers.
Improving the quality of mustard seeds during pre-sowing preparation
Authors: Mykolaiko I. I.
Published: May 2024

Purpose. With the introduction of modern technologies for growing seeds of agricultural crops, the requirements for the quality of seed material are increasing, without which it is impossible to use advanced technologies of growing. Therefore, the development and improvement of ways to improve the quality of seeds during their pre-sowing preparation is relevant for all crops, since modern technologies provide for sowing at the final density. Therefore, the purpose of the research is to determine the efficiency of sorting mustard seeds by specific gravity depending on varietal characteristics. Methods. Laboratory, measuring-weighing, correlation-regression and mathematical-statistical. The results. The article presents the results of a study on the efficiency of seed sorting by specific gravity on a pneumatic table with the aim of increasing its similarity of different varieties of mustard, with unchanged longitudinal and transverse angles of inclination of the working surface of the pneumatic table and a frequency of oscillations of the working surface of 486 oscillations per minute ensured a reliable increase in the quality of seeds – mass 1000 seeds, germination energy and germination compared to the control. Germination energy and germination of the prepared seeds increased by 4 and 3 %, respectively (NIP0.05 = 2.7 for germination energy and 1.7 % for germination), compared to the control, while seeds with a germination energy of 91 % entered the intermediate fraction (position 3) and 79% (position 4). Seeds from position 3 should be re-sent to sorting, and seeds from position 4 should be sent to waste. A similar increase in the mass of 1000 seeds was observed, which increased, the seeds prepared for sowing, and the mass of 1000 seeds fell into the intermediate fraction, which was smaller than in the control. Correlation-regression analysis revealed a strong direct correlation between the weight of 1000 seeds and germination energy and between the weight of 1000 seeds and similarity with a correlation coefficient of 0.93 and 0.89, respectively. Conclusions. In the sorting mode with small angles of inclination of the working surface of the pneumotable and 486 oscillations/minute on average for all grades with negligible deviation – 86.8% of seeds with the highest quality indicators were obtained. Varieties responded differently to seed sorting. The energy of germination and germination of the prepared seeds of most varieties was 98–99 %, and the Pidpecheretska and Oslava varieties were maximum and amounted to 100 %.
Effect of long-term application of fertilizers on the yield and energy productivity of sugar beet
Authors: Strilets O. P. , Sabluk V. T. , Doronin V. A. , Sinchuk H. A. , Samarina N. M. , Senchuk S. M.
Published: May 2024

It was established that the long-term use of organic-mineral fertilization systems formed the highest biological productivity of sugar beet. When applying N53Р42K42 + 6.7 t/ha of manure per 1 ha of crop rotation, the yield of sugar beet was 46.9 t/ha, sugar content – 16.5%, sugar collection – 7.74 t/ha, N53Р42K42 + by-products are respectively 41.7 t/ha, 16.3% and 6.80 t/ha. The specified fertilization systems increased the yield of roots by 2.2-2.5 times, sugar collection by 2.1-2.4 times, compared to the control without fertilizers. The use of organic-mineral fertilization systems for 50 years ensured the maximum energy productivity of sugar beet. When applying N53P42K42 + 6.7 t/ha of manure per 1 ha of crop rotation, the output of bioethanol was 3.66 t/ha, biogas – 1980 m3/ha, total energy output – 135 GJ/ha, N53P42K42 + by-products - respectively 3.25 t/ha, 1850 m3/ha and 122 GJ/ha. Long-term application of fertilizers increased the energy productivity of sugar beet compared to the control without fertilizers by more than 2 times.
Стевія rebaudiana Bertoni. The composition and pharmacological action of stevia
Authors: Stefaniuk V. Y. , Losieva A. I. , Pavlichenko M. V.
Published: May 2024

Formulation of the problem. The article describes the nutritional and medicinal value of stevia. Methods: curative-prophylactic, medical-biological, medicinal. The results. Stevia is used as a therapeutic and preventive agent for: diseases of the liver and biliary tract (dyskinesia, cholecystocholangitis, hepatitis); diseases of the pancreas (fermentopathy, pancreatitis); diabetes; atherosclerosis, hypertension of various genesis; gerontological diseases (menopausal period); gynecological diseases and diseases of the male genital area; diseases of the oral cavity (gingivitis, periodontitis, stomatitis, etc.); recovery after severe and long-term illnesses; treatment of alcoholism, drug addiction and smoking; obesity of alimentary origin; blood loss; respiratory diseases (SARS, bronchitis, bronchopneumonia). Medical and biological studies have shown that the use of stevia honey normalizes the work of enzyme systems of the body, leads to the normalization of sugar levels and a decrease in cholesterol levels in the blood, that is, to the restoration of carbohydrate, lipid, protein and water-salt exchanges. Substances found in stevia provide immunomodulatory, anti-stress, anti-anemic, hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory effects; restore blood microcirculation, have a bacteriostatic, antiallergic, antisclerotic effect; exhibit highly active adsorption action; neutralize and remove toxins (including radionuclides); have an antitumor and energy-saving effect; stimulate the digestive and urinary organs; are a powerful antioxidant.
Personnel potential of the bioenergy industry is growing (review article)
Authors: Yagolnyk O. O.
Published: May 2024

For many years, the team of the well-known in Ukraine and the world scientific and coordination and methodical Center for bioenergy resources and beet growing - the Institute of Bioenergy Crops and Sugar Beet of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine (IBKiCB) - has been consistently paving the way for a new domestic bioenergy industry. And it's no secret: the Institute owes its successes and historically high reputation to the fact that its laboratories and the State Tax Service have gathered the truly "golden" personnel potential of the state - a whole constellation of scientists, managers and specialists known outside of Ukraine, who are able to perform the most difficult tasks of development industry. Investigated: the training of highly qualified scientific personnel - creators of future discoveries and the latest technologies for growing and processing agricultural plants. The Institute still today pays daily attention through an organic combination of theoretical (fundamental) research with comprehensive testing in production conditions, which is accompanied by their wide promotion and active implementation in production and the use of various methods and means of work, such as: publication of scientific achievements in monographs, magazines, collections of scientific works, issues of recommendations on specific problems, conducting scientific seminars, including in field conditions and Internet sites, participation in the organization and conduct of lecture courses and many other activities. In particular, the year 2023 and the beginning of 2024 turned out to be productive in terms of the training of highly qualified scientific personnel. During this time, the Institute of Bioenergy Crops and Sugar Beet of the National Academy of Sciences conducted 14 successful defenses of theses for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the field of knowledge 20 "Agrarian Sciences and Food" in the specialties: "201 Agronomy" and "202 Plant Protection and Quarantine". As you can see, even in wartime, the organizational strengthening and expansion of the innovative foundation of bioenergy continues. That is, for the sake of victory, the training of scientific personnel for the industry remains an urgent and extremely necessary task. And that's understandable. After all, thanks to the efforts of talented young scientists, Ukraine will be able to achieve energy security by significantly reducing dependence on imported energy sources, and will also make a significant contribution to the development of renewable energy and environmental protection.
PENGOBATAN TERAPI RUQIYAH UNTUK GANGGUAN JASMANI DAN ROHANI DI KLINIK GSI BIRINGERE KAB. SINJAI
Authors: Harahap Nurintan Muliani , Alawiyah Desi
Published: May 2024

Di era modern ini, kehidupan materialistis begitu diagung-agungkan sampai diluar dugaan dan yang bisa dibayangkan. Mengakibatkan berbagai konflik dalam jiwa manusia terganggu. Adapun permasalahan yang terjadi adalah mimpi buruk,sakit pada bagian kepala dan perut. Namun belum banyak masyarakat tahu terutama yang berada jauh dari kota, efek dari gangguan konflik tersebut yakni penyakit baik psikis ataupun fisik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaiamana proses terapi ruqiyah dalam menangani gangguan jasmani dan rohani yang dialami oleh individu. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Dalam penelitian ini, pengobatan terapi ruqiyah untuk gangguan jasmani di klinik GSI adalah Bekam yang bermanfaat untuk menjaga kesehatan tubuh, Akupuntur yang bermanfaat untuk melunakkan otot-otot leher, punggung dan lainnya, serta terakhir Terapi Gerakan PAZ yang bermanfaat untuk memperbaiki sirkulasi darah, menurunkan kadar glukosa dalam darah, dan membantu mengontrol gula darah. Sedangkan untuk gangguan Rohani, metode Bekam, akupuntur dan Gerakan PAZ dapat mengurangi rasa cemas yang berlebih, stress, dan ketakutan dalam diri.
An Empirical Analysis of Impact of XBRL on Quality of Financial Reporting in India
Authors: Abhishek N
Published: May 2024

The efficient and effective communication of business and financial information to end-users helps to get clear insights on the business outlook and assists them in making timely decisions. Financial reporting acts as a vehicle to disseminate the financial information of the business to various interested parties by communicating operating and financial information through financial statements, notes to financial statements and other footnotes in the annual report. Nowadays stakeholders of the business are more expecting both financial and non-financial information to be communicated in a single annual report. Therefore, the corporate houses are required to communicate enhanced information in their annual reports to facilitate the stakeholders in their decision-making process. Communication of enhanced information in the annual report is only possible with the help of the EBR Model (Enhanced Business Reporting Model) which is only possible by the application of XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) to the business reporting purpose. The present paper is intended to examine the impact of XBRL on the quality of financial reporting. For this purpose, the study analysed the financial reporting pattern of 23 select companies in India through the analysis of their annual reports from 2005 to 2020. To derive valid conclusions Tukey test, dummy variable regression analysis techniques were employed and concluded that XBRL has made a significant impact on the quality of financial reporting of select companies.
Polaroidisation
Authors: Kanicki Witold
Published: May 2024

Based on the work of the Polish photographer Wacław Nowak, who had the opportunity to photograph with an American Polaroid camera in the midst of the Cold War, this article focuses on the political entanglement of various materials and things identified with Western culture. Polaroidisation, as used in the title of the text, is the equivalent of the terms McDonaldisation or Coca-colonisation, which appear in treatises on American economic and political expansion. The subject of the text has become the entanglement of instant photographic techniques in the cultural rivalry of warring blocs of states. Like the famous exhibition The Family of Man (MoMA, 1955), which toured the world, repeatedly crossing the borders of the Iron Curtain, Polaroid materials and process were used as a tools of Western propaganda, promoting American values and technological inventions.
Strategic Integration of Real Options for Enhanced Valuation and Optimization in Mining Project Planning under Uncertainty: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Ali Maaz A. , Rafique Quasir
Published: May 2024

Purpose: In the contemporary landscape of mining projects, the imperative to navigate through periods of uncertainty has driven the exploration of alternative strategic tools rooted in project flexibility. Real options have emerged as a pivotal strategic approach, offering the means to adapt and refine mining projects under unpredictable conditions
Materials and Methods: This paper provides a comprehensive review and discussion on the strategic application of real options for optimizing mining project planning in the face of uncertainty. Organized into four sections, the paper begins with a general introduction to real options in Section one, delving into their strategic and technical classifications. Section two critically examines and reviews the indispensable role of real options in the realms of mining investment and project planning. The third section is dedicated to an in-depth discussion of the strategic tools inherent in real options, specifically focusing on their valuation and optimization aspects within mining project planning. The final section provides a discussion and conclusion on the strategic application of real options for optimizing mining project planning under uncertainty.
Findings: The review identifies that real options offer valuable strategic flexibility in addressing uncertainties inherent in mining project planning. Through a detailed examination of their application, it becomes evident that real options can enhance decision-making processes and improve project outcomes by allowing for adaptive responses to changing conditions.
Implications to Theory, Practice, and Policy: The strategic integration of real options into mining project planning presents significant implications for theory, practice, and policy. Theoretical implications include advancing understanding of decision-making under uncertainty and the role of flexibility in strategic planning. In practice, the adoption of real options can lead to improved project outcomes, increased resilience to market fluctuations, and enhanced risk management strategies. From a policy perspective, recognizing the value of real options may inform regulatory frameworks and promote the adoption of flexible planning approaches within the mining industry, ultimately contributing to sustainable development and resource management.
ANALYSIS OF FLOUTING MAXIM IN SCHIZOPHRENIC CHARACTER FOUND IN BEAUTIFUL MIND MOVIE
Authors: Hidayatulloh Aris , Ayiz Abdul
Published: May 2024

Conversational implicature was proposed by Grice (1989) into four maxims. Those are: 1) quantity maxim, 2) quality maxim, 3) relation maxim, and 4) manner maxim. It is affects in the communication in society. It is also occurred in the communicative impairment. One of the phenomena is on the schizophrenia which affect on the deficit pragmatic and the ability to comprehend the implied meaning.    
The data of this research is from the representative utterances from John Nash which deals with something the speaker believes. The reason in specify the data is due to the limitation of this research in order to get more details about the pattern of the implicature in the believe of schizophrenic character.  The data is classified into the classification by Searle and Vanderveken which is concentrated in the representative speech act before analysing it in implicature. The theory by Grice about the four maxims is used in this research to know about the conversational implicature by the main character who is diagnosed with schizophrenia.
The results shows that most dominant flouting maxim is on the relation maxim. 13 chosen data which deals with the floating maxim shows the result as follows: 3 data in quantity maxim; 1 datum in quality maxim; 6 data in relation maxim; and 3 data in manner maxim. In flouted quantity maxim utterances do not deliver well in the conversation due to schizophrenia. It deals with the ability from speaker to have in line in the topic. The flouting maxim in quantity maxim and manner maxim has the same percentage. From flouting quantity maxim, Nash does over utterance in delivering the message so that the hearers do not understand what Nash mean. The flouted manner maxim indicates the inability of the speaker in delivering in a good manner and has a sufficient meaning in the utterance. While the fluted quality maxim does not affect to the conversation.
Dyslipidaemia and Oxidative Stress in Primary Knee Osteoarthritis: Analysis of Clinical and Serological Features
Authors:   School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Kanpur, India, Chandra Vishal , Tashfeen Ashraf Mohd ,   School of Biotechnology, Gautam Buddha University, India, Yadav Pramod ,   School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Kanpur, India, Raghuvanshi Vikas ,   School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University Kanpur,  India
Published: May 2024

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent and debilitating joint disorder with complex etiology, leading to substantial morbidity worldwide. This study aimed to provide a comprehensive and integrative analysis of the clinical and serological features of OA, focusing on primary knee OA as a representative model.
Social Media Activeness and Work-Life Balance in the Bangladesh Context: A Descriptive Study
Authors:   Graduate Student, Executive MBA, Independent University Bangladesh, Dhaka,  Bangladesh, Mujeri Neaz
Published: May 2024

The report examines how social media (SM) activeness affects the work-life balance of Bangladeshi white collar work force and suggests measures to reduce their negative and reinforce their positive aspects
Correlation between Migraine and Cardiovascular Disease: State of Art
Authors:   Interdepartimental Centre for Research in Molecular Medicine (CIRMC), University of  Pavia, Italy, Bozzini Sara , C Falcone ,   Department of Cardiology, IstitutiClinici di Pavia e Vigevano University Hospital, Italy
Published: May 2024

Migraine, and specifically migraine with aura (MA), has been associated with increased risk of major cardiovascular disease (CVD). Numerous studies have indicated that patients with migraine have an increased risk of vascular disease. The association between migraine and ischemic stroke was the earliest to be recognize but migraine has been associated also with myocardial infarction, hemorrhagic stroke, retinal vasculopathy, incidental brain lesions and with peripheral artery disease. To better define the biological link between migraine and vascular events, several mechanisms have been proposed, but the precise mechanisms are currently unknown. In this review, we briefly summarize the evidence supporting a clinical association between migraine and the most common cardiovascular disease, exploring hypothesis that may explain the association and dealing with gender differences and pharmacological treatment issues. Understanding the mechanism of cardiovascular disease in migraineurs may be useful in determining effective strategies for cardiovascular prevention and, for acute preventing treatment of migraine. The link of cardiovascular disease and peripheral artery disease with migraine may be present, but it is difficult to separate out from common vascular risk factors often present at the same time such as smoking, diabetes mellitus and hypertension. The presence of coronary artery disease or peripheral vascular disease limits the use of certain acute and preventive migraine treatments. Any migraine treatment that decreases the width of a blood vessel cannot be used in those who have or might have cardiovascular disease. Future targeted research is warranted to identify preventive strategies to reduce the risk of future cardiovascular disease among patients with migraine. These results further add to the evidence that migraine should be considered an important risk marker for cardiovascular disease, at least in women.
Inclusive Healthcare Settings: Promoting Post-operative Follow-up in Transgender Voice Care through Awareness and Education
Authors:   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at  Mount Sinai, USA, Sragi Zara , Farrell Brittani ,   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at  Mount Sinai, USA, Vasan Vikram ,   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at  Mount Sinai, USA, S. Courey Mark ,   Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at  Mount Sinai, USA
Published: May 2024

Objectives: Gender-affirming laryngeal surgeries are becoming more common. Surgical outcomes for benign laryngeal disease are often affected by post-operative care. Documented barriers to medical care faced by transgender persons may affect their ability to participate in post-operative care visits and may affect their overall outcome. This study was initiated to compare the post-operative follow-up rates between patients who underwent gender-affirming laryngeal surgery and those who underwent voice surgery for non-neoplastic vocal fold lesions.
Does Entrepreneurship Education ensure Entrepreneurial Competencies? -An Omani Higher Education Perspective of Faculty Professional Development Program
Authors: Swaminathan Balaji. S. K.
Published: May 2024

In the scenario of Omani Higher Education, populating the eco-system with ‘Certified Entrepreneurship Educators as trainers’, along with allied organizations that enable entrepreneurship in Oman is a necessity that needs to be addressed. A ‘Certified Entrepreneurship Educators’ program is a professional development workshop that had precisely been conceptualized for this reason in Oman and has served the purpose to this end. Specifically, the program had been proposed to raise awareness about innovation, including new scientific theories and newer pedagogies for benchmarking as well as expanding the knowledge to learn, “Teaching Entrepreneurship’ as a subject-area to teachers at varied skills levels. Furthermore, the content and concepts of the program had focused on enhancing the innovation value chain to improve the perspectives of the learners from not just being “small businesses” but aspire themselves to be “creative enterprises.” The Information that was captured in the process of delivery of this modular faculty development program was the first step to the development of a set of competencies. These competencies when tested can imbibe trainable skill set for a result-oriented and enhanced learning outcome-based faculty development program. The professional development program was a customization of an international experts’ modular approach to cater to needs. of the local environment. Capacity-Building on Competencies was the value expected to be captured and this paper reviews some competence development frameworks and their implications for stakeholders in the entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Evaluating the Adequacy of the use of CAMELS Financial Failure Prediction Indicators in the Yemeni Banking Sector 2014
Authors: Mekhlafie Abdulwase Al , Gharsallaoui Mongi
Published: May 2024

The study aimed to identify the predictability of financial failure by the criteria and indicators of international banking safety (CAMELS)to the Yemeni banking environment in content and variables of calculation and classification of risk to predict the financial failure, which requires the Central Bank to carry out the functions of the control and supervision of the Yemeni banking sector indicators (because the Yemeni banking sector operates under perilous environment). It also aimed to identify the extent of the Central Bank of Yemen’s efficiency in the application of those criteria and indicators on the Yemeni commercial banks, to enhance the safety of these banks and banking through the application of those criteria (CAMELS). The study was carried out through a method combining a comprehensive review of previous studies on the use of international criteria and indicators CAMELS in general and taking advantage of publications and books published about those international criteria and indicators, and characteristics and mechanism of application in particular, with a focus on the recommendations made in this regard and good practices to manage and adjust the indicators of banking safety and predictability of financial failure. The second component depends on the applied method of these indicators (CAMELS) in some Arab and foreign countries and some international institutions of bank credit to get to know the central banks’ actual practices in the control of banks and financial failure prediction and control risks. The study concluded that international criteria CAMEL’S suit, in the application, Yemeni banks for their flexibility and absorption of the economic, political, and social country-specific circumstances. It found that the Central Bank of Yemen applies these criteria but traditionally and there are still some deficiencies in the application of the developed and modern criteria (in terms of the methods and tools of measurement) by the International Commission of Criteria of 2004-9 / 2010. Besides, the Central Bank of Yemen is not able to impose its authority and powers to conduct banking reforms to address imbalances that threaten some banks to avoid financial failure in the future. The study also concluded that most of the neighboring Arab states have begun to initiate practical application of the international criteria of 9/2010, which are the third phase of the advanced phases of the international criteria and indicators CAMELS. The study suggested an adjusted model for the system of criteria CAMELS fit to the traditional Yemeni banking environment, taking into account the specificities of Islamic banks. This model was called the CAMELS.
E-Governance and Development in Africa
Authors: Bailey Uriah Gongenluo
Published: May 2024

This paper delved into the intricate relationship between e-government and development in Africa, assessing the impact of international politics, foreign aid, and global dynamics on e-governance projects. Challenges spanning financial constraints, inadequate legal frameworks, technological disparities, cyber security threats, and the need for local-context-driven strategies emerge as prominent hurdles. The paper employed a comprehensive literature review that investigated the nexus between e-governance and development in Africa; with a particular focus on the influence of international politics. It was revealed that successful e-government implementation can lead to reduced corruption, increased transparency, and revenue growth. The paper also discovered that African countries often rely on foreign aid for such projects, and global power dynamics influence technology adoption and infrastructure development, presenting implementation challenges. It was further established that African countries face challenges that include financial constraints, inadequate legal frameworks, infrastructural deficiencies, and implementation hurdles. Key recommendations include establishing robust monitoring mechanisms, prioritizing investment in e-governance, enhancing capacity building, diversifying funding sources, and addressing systemic challenges to facilitate effective e-governance implementation
Reading Ernest Hemingway, William Dean Howells and Toni Morrison: An Exploration Beyond Literary Artistry
Authors: DIOUF Ndeye Fatou
Published: May 2024

Based on Ernest Hemingway, William Dean Howells and Toni Morrison, this work purports to highlight the trivial attempts to come up with common views of literature and urge to focus on the outlooks of reading. So far connotated differently through features which either reflect its worth or deprive it of any interest for some readers, this work aims to focus attention on the different perspectives of literature. Otherwise, this paper consists of a call toward the regard of literature beyond mere artistry or the written form of literary conventions which mostly hide some of its other outlooks. Exemplified through Hemingway, Howells and Morrison, the paper emphasizes how a bulk of authors mirror different life experiences to expose people to circumstances they may not have the privilege to materialize socially. The latter aims at readers’ social and psychological maturity as well as their moral betterment. In other words, it terms how, besides the artistic worth, the piece of writing pictures realities which embody diverse outlooks of life apart from mere exploration.
Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Lupus Anticoagulant:
Where do we stand today
?
Authors: Trivedi Shalini , Verma Sarika , Kaur Omkaar , Agarwal Sonal , Singhal Udita , Singh Mily Biswas
Published: May 2024

Lupus Anticoagulant (LAC) is a group of auto antiantibodies that interfere with phospholipid dependent tests like Activated Partial Thromboplastin time (APTT) and dilute Russell Viper venom time (dRVVT) on in vitro basis. LA, anti cardiolipin antibodies (aCL) IgG/IgM, and anti-β2 glycoprotein I antibodies [aβ2GPI]IgG/IgM are three diagnostic criteria for laboratory diagnosis of anti-phospholipid antibodies (aPL). The circulating aPLs in the clinical setting of hypercoagulability state or adverse pregnancy outcomes is termed as anti-phospholipid syndrome (APS).

The laboratory diagnosis of APS is complicated, it includes constellation of tests like solid phase immunoassays for measurement of aCL and a β 2GPI by and coagulation based assays for detection of LAC. LAC diagnosis is especially challenging in the setting of anti-coagulation therapy, numerous modifications to circumvent this interference have rendered success.

The Thrombin generation assays [TGA] for LAC detection and estimation of LAC pathogenicity are available but are yet to be accepted as routine laboratory tests. The medley of assays like Enzyme-linked immunosorbent and chemiluminescent assays are available for detection of aCL and aβ2GPI but due to the non-availability of universal calibrators and standards there is lack of harmonization between various solid phase assays.

In this article we intend to highlight new recommendations of laboratory diagnosis of LAC with special emphasis on diagnosis in the setting of pregnancy and anti-coagulation. For risk assessment in APS other non-criteria aPL like as anti-domain β2 glycoprotein I and anti-phosphatidyl serine/prothrombin antibodies are under evaluation.

There is an ongoing quest towards harmonization of detection of LAC, thus there has been succession of guidelines to meet the challenges and incorporate newly found knowledge every time, namely International Society for Thrombosis and Hematology- Scientific Standardization Committee (ISTH-SSC) guidelines, followed by British Committee for Standards in Hematology (BCSH), Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) guidelines 2014 and finally guidelines/updates issued by ISTH- SSC in 2018.
Anesthesia Management of COVID-19 associated Rhino-Orbito-Cerebral Mucormycosis: A Prospective Observational Study
Authors: Sontakke Ashwini Y , Kulkarni Vaishnavi V , Nandanvankar Nitin N , Totawar Sachin
Published: May 2024

Background: Fungal infections (mucormycosis) have been reported as co-infection as well as opportunistic infection during and after COVID-19 (Coronavirus disease), involving the paranasal air sinuses with a high risk of morbidity and mortality. Considering the ongoing situation of COVID-19 associated with mucormycosis, we presented our experience of 110 patients being, or having previously been COVID -19 positive. Methods: This study included 110 patients in which surgical resection was done for Rhino-orbito-cerebral mucormycosis (ROCM) under general anesthesia and observed for 30 days postoperatively. Results: This study included 79 male patients with the majority of 51-60 years of age group (31.81%). Most common comorbidities observed in study were diabetes mellitus (77.27 %) followed by hypertension (39.09 %) & ischemic Heart Disease (9.09 %). Majority patients had received steroids (80 %) as a part of covid-19 treatment. All patients were receiving Amphotericin B at the time of surgery. On operative table extubation was possible in 80 % of the cases while others required average ICU stay (9.83 ± 7.33 days). Inotropic support was required in 20 % of patients. Majority patients were discharged successfully (85.45 %), while 10.91 % had mortality. On 30 days follow-up frontal Sinus Abscess (6.36 %) & maggots in maxilla and sphenoid (0.91 %) were noted. Conclusion: Corticosteroids and DM are the most important predisposing factors in the development of COVID-19-associated ROCM. Perioperative anesthesia care plays an important role towards management and outcome of ROC mucormycosis. Difficult intubation is anticipated due to fungal debris and supraglottic edema in the oropharynx of the patient.
Anxiety, Depression and Stress among Medical Students during
COVID- 19
Pandemic and their Coping Strategies
Authors: Afreen Saleha , Bhuvaneswari P , KM Susmitha , S Pravallika , Shaik Subahani
Published: May 2024

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health challenges among medical students, already a vulnerable group to mental health disorders. Recent evidence underscores a significant rise in anxiety, depression, and stress among this demographic globally, necessitating a deeper understanding of their mental health status and effective interventions. Objective: This study aims to assess the socio-demographic profile, prevalence rates of depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as coping strategies employed by medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on identifying effective interventions for managing their mental health crises. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1st to 4th year MBBS students at ACSR Government Medical College, Nellore, during August and September 2020. Data were collected online using Google Forms, incorporating demographic details and the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21). Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were utilized for data analysis. Results: The study included 400 participants, 57% of whom were female, with a mean age of 23 ± 2 years. Significant proportions reported experiencing depression (20.2%), anxiety (13%), or stress (51.3%), with notable rates of past psychiatric symptoms. Coping mechanisms included video chatting (35%) and online entertainment (32.2%), while professional help utilization was low (5.5%). COVID-19 repercussions extended beyond mental health, impacting various facets of daily life. Conclusion: This study found various mental health challenges faced by medical students during the pandemic, emphasising the need for ongoing monitoring and psychological support. Additionally, a low rate of seeking professional help was found. Early training in handling pandemic-like situations and mental health is recommended. However, further research is necessary to track mental health progression and ensure accurate diagnosis through individual clinical assessments.
A Rare Case of Spontaneous Stump Ectopic Pregnancy after Adnexectomy
Authors: Metgud Shridevi Chidanand , Prabhu Gauri Abhishek , Garg Bhawna , Neuman Bethany
Published: May 2024

Ectopic pregnancy is an obstetric emergency associated with morbidity. The commonest site for an ectopic pregnancy is the fallopian tube. Occurrence of ectopic in a remnant of tubal stump is a rare form which is not yet classified. Here we present a case of spontaneous stump ectopic pregnancy in a patient who had an adnexectomy. The ruptured remnant end was excised. There is a need to emphasise that the tube should be excised till the cornual end when performing salpingectomy to avoid recanalisation or fistulae formation and stump ectopics.
Case report of Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
Authors: Reddy E Sandeep , Chaitanya Konda , Shailaja Sesha
Published: May 2024

Addison's disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency (PAI), is a rare endocrine disorder characterized by a decrease in all three adrenal hormones. This case report describes a 32-year-old female who presented with generalized weakness, fatigue, weight loss, and hyperpigmentation. Based on her symptoms and laboratory findings, a diagnosis of Addison's disease was made. She was started on hormone replacement therapy, and her symptoms improved significantly.