bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Description of two new species forming a sympatric species pair of Crenicichla (Teleostei: Cichlidae) endemic to the Piray Guazú River in the Paraná River Basin, Misiones, Argentina and belonging to the C. mandelburgeri species complex
Authors: Říčan Oldřich , Piálek Lubomír , Almirón Adriana , Casciotta Jorge
Published: July 2023

Crenicichla is the largest and most widely distributed genus of Neotropical cichlids. The Crenicichla mandelburgeri species complex from the Middle Paraná departs from the ancestral and predominant ecomorphology of the large genus and shows parallel evolution of ecomorphs both within the complex and also to the unrelated C. missioneira species complex from the Uruguay River. Here, we formally describe a new species pair from the C. mandelburgeri species complex that has evolved a parallel morphological and ecological dichotomy to another species pair and also to species in the unrelated C. missioneira species complex. The new species pair is endemic to a single tributary (the Piray Guazú) of the Middle Paraná River where it is sympatric and partly syntopic. Mitochondrial DNA phylogeny shows the two new species as distantly related within the C. mandelburgeri species complex, each with a sister species in the Iguazú rather than in the neighbouring Paraná River tributaries. Nuclear DNA analyses demonstrate their sister-group relationship, which is however complicated by the reticulated origin of one of the new species. We present determination keys for all the currently formally described species of the C. mandelburgeri species complex including the new species described here.
EXPLORATION OF PARENT-CHILD INTERACTION AMONG ANGANWADI CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS
Authors: E. AKSHAYA*
Published: July 2023

The study conducted in the year 2022 aimed to analyze the parent-child interaction between Anganwadi children and their parents in the Kannur district of Kerala. Through purposive sampling, 197 samples were selected. The sample includes 114 parents from rural areas and 83 from urban areas. Data collection was done through a self made rating scale. Major findings of the study conclude that the Parent child interaction rate was more than 75%. Significant difference doesn’t exists between urban and rural areas in the Parent child interaction rate, the mean score of parent child interaction rate do not differ with age groups, educational qualification and professions. However, the mean score of Parent child interaction rate differs with income groups
OCCUPATIONAL ATTRIBUTES AND ITS IMPACT ON HEALTH AMONG TEA PLUCKING WOMEN WORKERS OF ASSAM
Authors: D. KALYANI*
Published: July 2023

The study examined the socio-economic background, working circumstances, and potential health effects of the women who pluck tea leaves in Assam state. A sample of 100 tea plucking women workers were selected by using random sampling method from Dibrugarh and Jorhat districts, Assam. The data was collected between April and June 2021. The tea plucking women were low waged full - time employees, who got RS.1160 per week as their wage. Most of the respondents (82%) plucked more than 20 kg of tea leaves per day, whereas 56 percent of the respondents plucked tea leaves below 20 kg. A total of 69 percent of the respondents used basket along with other personal protective equipments while plucking tea and 31% of them plucked tea leaves only with a basket. While Majority of the tea plucking women workers (63%) had problem with the basket due to its transportation issue, 94 percent of the women workers had body pain during and after their work because they have to stand all day in work with a heavy basket full of tea leaves.
EFFECT OF PARENTAL EDUCATIONAL STATUS ON LITERACY AND NUMERACY SKILLS OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
Authors: KONGKONA SONOWAL*
Published: July 2023

The study was conducted to understand the effect of parental educational status on the literacy and numeracy skills of their children in their early years. A randomized sample of 300 pre-schoolers from five zones of the Coimbatore district along with their parents’ information accounted for the study conducted in the year 2022. A modified Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Pack was used as a tool for the study. Results revealed that the father’s and mother’s educational status is an influencing factor in preschoolers’ literacy skills (F(4, 2,79)=2.62 p= .035 and F(4, 2,79)=2.67, p= .032, respectively). Whereas, the interaction between the parent’s educational status was also found statistically significant (F(12, 2,79)=2.85,p=.001) in relation to their children’s literacy and numeracy skills. Preschooler’s literacy and numeracy skill influenced by their parent’s educational status and it helps children in their later experiences in shaping children’s brain development.
FACTORS INFLUENCING MENTAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY
Authors: SHARANOOR HUSSAIN  , M. PRIYA
Published: July 2023

The study aimed to evaluate maternal mental and psychological health throughout the pregnancy based on age, religion, and occupation. In this cross-sectional study, a total of 66 pregnant women from govt. and private hospitals in Coimbatore city who were admitted between December 2019 and January 2020 were selected as respondents.Purposive sampling method was applied to select the samples. A self-constructed tool on Pregnancy Psychological Status Scale (which assesses mental health) was developed and used to collect data from pregnant women. Results revealed that significant differences in mental and psychological health based on religion (p=0.005) and occupation (p<0.001). The overall level of psychological status (Mental health) among Hindu pregnant women was found better as compared to Muslims and Christians. Regarding occupation, housewives reported higher mental and psychological health followed by private and government employees. However, no significant differences could be seen among various age groups of pregnant women.
POST-HARVEST LOSSES OF ONION CULTIVATION IN KALABURAGI, KARNATAKA
Authors: S. BONDITA
Published: July 2023

The empirical field study was conducted during 2021to understand the Agri-logistics and Postharvest Losses (PHLs) of crops in the Kalaburagi district of Karnataka.The findings of the study indicated that the loss due to logistics was more for the farmers compared to the field-level loss. In onion cultivation, there was only quantitative lossandno quality loss. The monetary loss of onions was around Rs.40,000 per acre—the loss of onions due to logistics to the farmer was around Rs. 34,000 per acre. After harvest, the loss wasdue to the lack of inefficient logistics compared to other factors. Post-harvest losses of agricultural produce indicatedthe inefficiency of post-harvest management. In mitigating PHLs, effective logistics services are desirable, and their sustainability is equally important.
Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah dalam Peningkatan Kinerja Guru di Tsanawiyah Darul Ulum Kubu Raya
Authors: M. Jali
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study was to describe and analyze the principal's leadership in improving teacher performance at Tsanawiyah Darul Ulum Kubu Raya. This research method uses qualitative methods with the type of case study research. The primary data source consists of school principals. Secondary data sources consist of research journals, books, supporting websites and data relevant to this research. Data collection techniques using; interview, observation, and documentation. Data analysis using categorization analysis means finding meaning relevant to the issues that arise in leadership. Basically, the leadership of the principal at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Darul Ulum performs the main duties of the principal and approaches teachers in a capable way. Principal leadership can result in increased teacher performance due to both internal and external supporting factors, as well as motivation for discipline. In addition, the principal also has efforts to improve teacher performance by providing rewards, meetings once every three months, hospitality, and continuously motivating discipline. Increasing teacher performance itself is because there are supporting factors in carrying out school effectiveness, namely; internal and external supporting factors. While the school's efforts to improve teacher performance are by providing rewards and meeting once every three months.
Kefektivitas Pengunaan Media Pembelajaran dalam Meningkatkan Minat Belajar Kognitif Siswa Sekolah Dasar Kelas III SDN Sindang Panon 2
Authors: Zahranisa Anida , Marlina Nana , Zuliani Rizki
Published: July 2023

The effectiveness of the use of learning media is an effort to achieve the targets that have been set according to the needs, plans, using data, facilities, and available time to obtain maximum results both qualitatively. Learning media is a tool that can help the teaching and learning process. The purpose of this writer is to determine the effectiveness of the equipped learning media. with learning models. The method used in this study using observation techniques. Conclusion learning media and learning models are needed in the teaching and learning process because the presence of media and the models used can improve student learning outcomes. This study aims to determine: 1) student learning outcomes by using instructional media to increase students' cognitive learning interest. 2) student learning outcomes by using learning media can reach the level of students' cognitive learning interest. 3) is there a difference in learning outcomes using learning media and media modules on student competence. This type of research is a qualitative approach. The research was conducted from January to June. Methods of data collection using observation. Validity and Reliability using learning media. Data analysis techniques by making learning media directly. The results showed that: 1) Student learning outcomes for class V by using instructional media can improve students' cognitive learning. 2) Student learning outcomes in class V by using instructional media can be said to increase. This is evident in the use of module learning media showing significant differential power, namely calculated 2.120> 1.880 tabled at a significant level of 5%. Thus it can be concluded that the hypothesis that reads "there is effectiveness in the use of instructional media in improving the cognitive learning of fifth grade elementary school students" can be accepted. This means that the use of learning media is very effective in increasing students' cognitive learning interest compared to not using learning media.
Phytosomes: A Promising Nanocarrier for Enhanced Delivery of Herbal Compounds in Cancer Therapy
Authors: Saeed Muhammad , Sadr Soheil , Gharib Arian , Lotfalizadeh Narges , Hajjafari Ashkan , Ahmadi Simab Pouria , Borji Hassan
Published: July 2023

Cancer is a life-threatening disease that remains a global health problem, with millions of people diagnosed yearly. Despite significant progress in cancer treatment, conventional chemotherapy still faces several limitations, including poor solubility, low bioavailability, lack of selectivity, and severe side effects. Therefore, alternative therapeutic strategies are necessary to improve cancer therapy. This review aimed to provide an updated overview of phytosome complexes and their potential application in cancer therapy, including their formulation techniques, transportation mechanism through phytosome, and recent investigations on their efficacy in treating different types of cancers. In recent years, nanotechnology has emerged as a promising approach to cancer therapy, as it enables the delivery of therapeutic agents to the tumor site with higher selectivity and efficiency. Phytosomes are a nanotechnology-based drug delivery system conjugating plant extracts or phytoconstituents with phospholipids. This conjugation results in the formation of a complex with improved solubility, stability, and bioavailability. Phytosomes have been shown to enhance the pharmacokinetic profile of phytoactive compounds, allowing for better targeting and sustained release. Phytosomes of curcumin, resveratrol, and quercetin have demonstrated anticancer properties in various in vitro and in vivo models. Moreover, phytosomes have been used to deliver chemotherapeutic agents, such as paclitaxel, docetaxel, and camptothecin, with improved efficacy and reduced toxicity. Phytosome complexes offer a promising platform for cancer therapy due to their ability to enhance the bioavailability and efficacy of phytoactive compounds. Incorporating phytosomes in cancer therapy could lead to the development of more effective and less toxic treatments for different types of cancers. Further studies are needed to elucidate the mechanism of action of phytosomes and to optimize their formulation for clinical use.
Role of Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy in Echinococcus granulosus Treatment: A Prospective Review
Authors: Abbasi Amir Mohammad , Eftekhari Hasan Abad Mohammad Reza
Published: July 2023

Hydatid cyst disease is a serious parasitic infection caused by the larvae of the tapeworm Echinococcus granulosus. The disease affects millions of people worldwide, especially in regions, where dogs are used for livestock herding. Treating hydatid cysts is difficult and often involves invasive surgical procedures that risk complications. Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy has emerged as a promising new approach for treating hydatid cyst disease. This study aimed to explore the properties and therapeutic potential of MSCs, their role in the treatment of hydatid cyst disease, and the advantages of using MSC therapy in comparison with traditional treatment methods. The MSCs are adult stem cells found in various tissues, including bone marrow, adipose tissue, and umbilical cord tissue. The MSCs can differentiate into various cell types and modulate the immune response. This makes them a potentially valuable tool for treating infectious diseases, including hydatid cyst disease. Several studies have shown that MSC therapy can improve the outcomes of hydatid cyst disease. The MSCs were able to significantly reduce the cysts' size and decrease the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines. The MSC therapy has several advantages rather to traditional treatment methods for hydatid cyst disease. The MSC therapy is minimally invasive and carries a lower risk of complications than surgical procedures. MSC therapy can also be combined with other treatments, such as albendazole, to improve the efficacy of the treatment. In conclusion, MSC therapy could revolutionize the treatment of hydatid cyst disease. More research is needed to fully understand MSC therapy's mechanisms and optimize the treatment protocols. However, the promising results of initial studies suggest that MSC therapy may become an important tool in the fight against hydatid cyst disease.
Indigenous Knowledge in Exploiting and Using Forest Resources of the Ha Nhi People in Ka Lang Community, Muong Te District, Lai Chau Province, Vietnam
Authors:   Thai Nguyen University of Sciences, Thai Nguyên University, Phuong Thai Pham Thi , Hong Vien Nguyen Thi ,   Thai Nguyen University of Sciences, Thai Nguyên University, Lan Anh Mai Thi ,   Thai Nguyen University of Sciences, Thai Nguyên University, Nguyen Pham Anh ,   Thai Nguyen University of Sciences, Thai Nguyên University, Mu Lu Me ,   Thai Nguyen University of Sciences, Thai Nguyên University
Published: July 2023

Indigenous knowledge plays a vital role in the life and production of ethnic minorities. Due to their long association with available resources, including forest resources, the Ha Nhi people in Ka Lang House, Muong Te district, Lai Chau province, Vietnam, have diverse experience in exploiting and using forest resources. Indigenous knowledge plays an essential role in people's lives. Initial research results have shown that the knowledge of Ha Nhi people in exploiting and using forest resources is quite rich. The Ha Nhi exploit various forest products, including timber, firewood, non-timber forest products, and wild animals. People use them for a lot of different purposes. However, the problem of people's exploitation and use of forest resources could be more sustainable due to the rapid population growth. The decline of forest resources and the traditional experiences transmitted orally, yet to be documented, has led to a situation where knowledge is increasingly being lost.
Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis of Thermal Characteristics on the PLCC Package: Influence of velocity and heat flux
Authors: Anak Lintang Frankey
Published: July 2023

Thermal management is essential in electronic components and devices. Overheating of the component leads to malfunction. This study investigates the effects of velocity and heat flux on the Plastic Leaded Chip Carrier (PLCC) during the thermal cooling process via simulation analysis. Computational fluid dynamics software simulated the cooling process of PLCC. The size of the PLCC used is 2.72 cm × 2.72 cm × 0.38 cm. The effect of heat flux and velocity on temperature distribution, flow pattern, and pressure distribution was studied. The findings indicated that as the approach air velocity increased, the temperature of the packages decreased. The result also shows that the static pressure decrease along with the package when the air velocity increases. The simulation results are expected to understand better the cooling process of PLCC in the thermal management of electronic components and devices.
Use of organic waste for the production of adsorbents
Authors: Rangel Eduarda Medran , Rangel Adrize Medran , Machado Fernando Machado
Published: July 2023

Agroindustrial production generates a large amount of waste that is often disposed of incorrectly. These residues can be reused as biomass for the production of adsorbents in the removal of environmental contaminants. The adsorption technique has gained prominence, as it is an efficient method of treating effluents and water, but the choice of adsorbent is paramount. Activated carbon (AC) is recognized as a superior adsorbent and widely applied in the decontamination of water and effluents. In this wake, shrimp husk and rice husk emerge as an interesting biomass for the production of adsorbents. The objective of this research is to bring studies carried out using agro-industrial residues in the production of adsorbents and their use in the removal of environmental contaminants in contaminated water. The method used was the bibliographic review. Studies corroborate that adsorbent materials from agro-industrial waste are efficient in removing dyes, drugs, metals, among other contaminating compounds. The materials, in addition to being cheap, are excellent adsorbents available, with adsorption properties comparable to commercial materials.
PENGARUH RETURN ON EQUITY, LEVERAGE, DAN KEBIJAKAN DIVIDEN TERHADAP ABNORMAL RETURN
Authors: Firda Safiroh  , Mu'minatus Sholichah
Published: July 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of Return on Equity, leverage, and dividend policy on abnormal return. This type of research is quantitative research using secondary data. Methods of collecting data from this study using the method of documentation. The sample in this study is companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange and LQ45 indexed in 2019-2021. The sample was selected by purposive sampling method and obtanined 28 samples. The test is carried out using multiple linear regression using SPSS 24. The results of this research show that Return on Equity, and leverage has no significant effect on abnormal return. Dividend policy has a significant effect on abnormal return. This study has limited research variabels and research years.
PENGARUH IKLIM KERJA DAN KEPUASAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PADA KANTOR KECAMATAN PANDAN KABUPATEN TAPANULI TENGAH
Authors: Annisa khairillah siregar  , Hadijah Sipahutar  , Nelly A. Sinaga
Published: July 2023

ABSTRACT
This study aims to determine whether there is influence of working climate and job satisfaction on employee performance at the Pandan District Office, Central Tapanuli Regency by distributing questionnaires totaling 32 respondents to the research method using a quantitative approach.
The results showed that there was a positive relationship between work climate and job satisfaction on employee performance at the Pandan District Office, Central Tapanuli Regency and a correlation test found a value of 0.691 between work climate and employee performance in the moderate category and 0.798 between job satisfaction and employee performance in the high category. . While the coefficient of determination is known that (R square) is 0.637 which implies that the influence of the independent variables namely Work Climate and Job Satisfaction on the dependent variable namely Employee Performance is 63.7% and the remaining 36.3% is influenced by external factors independent variables (Work Climate and Job Satisfaction), with the following regression equation: Y=10.842 + 0.008X1 + 0.6842X2. From the results of the t-test in the study it is known that the t-count (X1) has no significant effect on employee performance and the t-count (X2) Job Satisfaction is 3.568> 2.06390, the Job Satisfaction variable (X2) has a significant effect on employee performance. Meanwhile, from the results of the F test, it is known that the calculated F value is 25.407> F table 3.42 and the significant F count is 0.000 <0.05 so that the hypothesis states that the working climate simultaneously influences employee performance at the Pandan District Office, Tapanuli Terngah Regency.
EFEKTIVITAS PENGGUNAAN ABU SEKAM PADI (Oryza sativa) SEBAGAI ADSORBEN TERHADAP KADAR BESI ( Fe ) PADA PENGOLAHAN AIR BAKU
Authors: Sapta Dewi Yusriani , Silmi Ai
Published: July 2023

Clean water is a basic need for humans. Clean water that meets health requirement and is suitable for use as clean water can be determined by physical, chemical and biological water quality requirement determined by Minister of Health Regulation Number 32 of 2017 concering Environmental Health Quality Standards and Water Health Requirement for Sanitation, Swimming Pools, Solus Per Aqua and public baths which say the level of iron (Fe) in clean water is 1 mg/l. Rice husk is a by-product of the rice milling process which has been a waste that is rarely used and has the potential as an adsorbent for iron (Fe) levels. Ini this study, rice husks were prepared with two treaments without activation and with 30% NaOH activation after baing heated in a furnace at 400oC for 1 hour. The adsorbent was then tasted with groundwater containing high levels of iron (Fe) with an adsorbent weight of 5 grams, where the adsoption process was carried ot with contact time, namely 2 hours and 4 hours. The optimum adsorption process was obtained at contact time of 4 hours and with an activation treatment with average percentage of 70,644%.
Maternal obesity, neonatal morbidity, and mortality, Southeast Metropolitan Health Service, Chile, 2014-2018. A retrospective cohort.
Authors: Chéry Oméga , Bedregal Paula , Valdivia Gonzalo , Dor Vanessa , Padilla Oslando
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Obesity represents a worldwide concern with growing prevalence over the years.Maternal obesity is an established risk factor for mothers and newborns. We aim to study the relationship between maternal obesity, neonatal morbidity, and mortality.Population and Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study from the Southeast Metropolitan Health Service birth database from (2014-2018), (n=19,946 mothers and newborns). We collected sociodemographic variables, nutritional status at the beginning and during pregnancy, and morbid antecedents for mothers.Data of newborns corresponded to birth, perinatal, and neonatal health conditions. We estimated means and frequencies. Relative risk, Odds ratio, p-value <0.05 and 95% CI determined statistical association. Multivariate analysis with logistic regression controlled confounding factors.Results and Discussion: Most incident neonatal morbidities and health conditions were fetal macrosomia (9.2%), and hospitalization (10.6%). Neonatal mortality (NM) was (5.2 ‰). Regarding mothers, 28.8% was obese, with difference from non-obese as age, educational level, socio-economic level, and morbid antecedents as diabetes mellitus. Risk of NM (ORa =1.5; 95% CI = 1.1-2.3) and fetal macrosomia (ORa =1.7; 95% CI = 1.7-2.1) was higher in newborns of obese mothers compared to those of non-obese mothers. Excessive gestational weight gain rate presented positive association with fetal macrosomia and neonatal emergency admission (ORa = 1.2; 95% CI =1.1-1, 4), but did not associate with NM (p = 0.265). Maternal obesity is confirmed as a risk for newborns, which is biologically plausible. It is recommended to promote the maintenance of normal weight before pregnancy and adequate gestational weight gain.
Organizational Behaviour and Non-Registration of Nigerian Bar Association, Kwale Branch
Authors: Okwelum Chukudi O.
Published: July 2023

The desire to have the Nigeria Bar Association, Kwale registered by the national body had been the consuming passion of the lawyers in Kwale in Delta State, Nigeria. They have tried in recent history to ensure that they are registered but to no avail due to the want of the number required by the national body as the bench mark and the volume of litigation and other legal activities in the Kwale space. But since the 2020s the number has reached close to hundred as against the bench mark of fifty yet the processes of getting it registered as the latest branch of the association has been proving to be a daunting task hence this study which employs the doctrinal method. It seeks to do a numeration of the lawyers in the Kwale legal space who are resident in the town and who are ready to own up as members of the Kwale Bar Forum ready to vouch that they are prepared to hold up the flag of the branch high enough to the acknowledgement and satisfaction of the national body that Kwale is qualified to have a ‘proud’ branch of the association. The study in the process of raising this principal issue of the call for registration of a branch in Kwale has attempted to survey and interrogate some of the forces that have retarded the recognition of Kwale as a branch and has advanced some of the key reasons why the branch should be created by the national body. Some historical incursions were made only for the purpose of highlighting the struggles of legal development in the space and to pay some level of tribute to those early lawyers who chartered the course of the association in Kwale.
President Tinubu Inauguration in Nigeria: To Be or Not to Be?
Authors: Okwelum Chukudi O.
Published: July 2023

No election in the history of Nigeria has thrown up so much negative publicity as the 2023 election that produced Tinubu as the 17th Nigerian President. That he would emerge as the President willy-nilly was presaged by his boastful campaign and the complicity of ex-President Buhari who was installed in 2015 (without a court challenge from ex-President Jonathan) because of the kingmaker role played by Tinubu who had seen the 2023 election as a pay-back deal. Buhari completely abided by the deal he had with Tinubu despite the drug, certificate, nationality scandals and unconstitutional issues surrounding his candidature and that of his running mate: Kashim Shettima. The groundswell objection by Christians to the mandate for being a Muslim-Muslim ticket and the unprecedented support the presumed winner of the election, Peter Obi, received from the youths did not upturn Tinubu’s triumphalism. In view of these deep strictures which the Tinubu presidency encountered, his inauguration was equally greeted with a floodgate of litigations and popular objections. His swearing in before the outcome of the judicial challenge that has been raised by Akitu Abubarkar and Peter Obi gave birth to this paper which is doctrinal in method. It seeks to interrogate the political and legal perspectives that have informed the polarizing views of those who support, and those who oppose the swearing in of the President-elect vis-à-vis judicial decisions and the constitutional provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federation and the Electoral Act, 2022. It finds that those who believe that the swearing in should be carried out pending the outcome of the Tribunal’s and the Supreme Court’s decisions are more in tune with the democratic ethos and conventions in the country. Even the major contender, Peter Obi, seems to be in tandem with the pro-inauguration group having benefited from or experienced the same circumstances previously as a two-time Governor of Anambra State. In the light of the serious scrimmages that the issue has engendered throughout the country, it is recommended that an urgent amendment be made to the 1999 Constitution of the Federation and the Electoral Act, 2022 to provide for an early scheduling of all elections such that all issues concerning their legal challenges are timely settled before a winner is sworn into office to avoid the perennial crisis that greets situations where a candidate assumes office only to be booted out by the judiciary.
Curriculum overload in Nigerian Junior Secondary Schools: Constraints to Quality Teaching and Learning Process
Authors: Olugbenga Michael , Yakubu Nuhu Tata , Ali Made Mary
Published: July 2023

The paper examines curriculum overload in junior secondary schools in Nigeria and how it is becoming a problem to quality teaching and learning process. It discusses the concept of curriculum and factors affecting the implementation of curriculum in Nigeria. It also addresses problems associated with curriculum overload which include denial of rest, academic workload etc. the paper provided solutions to curriculum overload ranging from merging related subjects, teaching more practical skills etc. The paper concludes that Packaging the right subjects to face challenges of the future may allow for more progressive approach to teaching and learning which will transcend to hands on activities, experiment and projects in the classroom thereby projecting teachers as facilitators and transforming junior students into becoming early problem solvers. The paper suggests that Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council should intensify efforts on merging subjects. Merging should not just be a policy but ensures that subjects merged should be taught as one and Educational stakeholders should publish books carrying merged subjects.
Recent Developments in Quality Management in the Era of Digital Transformation – A Review
Authors: Narahari N.S. , Vijaya Kumar M.N. , Nagendra Guptha С.K.
Published: July 2023

The purpose of the current exploratory research is to trace the growth and evolution of the Quality Management as a critical function in organizations and as a discipline of study in academia and research. The methodology adapted is to review some of the classical works and research in the area of Quality Management, which indicates direction of growth and evolution. There are several pioneers who have contributed richly for building and shaping the Quality Management principles, practices and methodologies over several decades. The current study involved the task of summarizing significant trends of Quality Management starting from the crafts man era and going up to the current trend of managing Quality as part of digital transformation. In the digital era there is an increased emphasis on automation of all the activities related to product and process quality management. The use of IoT based automation starting from data capturing, archiving and the point of self-diagnostic and autonomous way of managing quality issues is common place in today’s industries Quality 4.0 era. There are several challenges along the way for which quality professionals must be equipped in terms of knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for quality problem solving using modern techniques. This aspect is also researched in this study. Familiarity with technology platforms such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, image processing, sensors and actuators and such other emerging technologies must form the arsenal for analyzing data and data patterns in the face of data deluge. This requires several inter and multi-disciplinary knowledge exchange forums for grooming future quality professional. This article aims at tracing the metamorphosis of quality management with focus on people development and continuous process improvements in the manufacturing and allied sectors.
Literature Review: Rehabilitation of Ear Congenital Abnormalities
Authors: Andreas Rama , Anggadinata Patria Legawa , Arifin Bey Johan , Najmi Nuroh , Syawqie Achmad
Published: July 2023

Newborn ear deformity can be treated with baby ear correction as a non-surgical treatment to avoid plastic surgery. In the new born period, the auricle and cartilage bones are elastic, and an abnormality the auricle structure can be corrected by medical action. The purpose of this systematic review is to understand the origins and the treatment of ear abnormalities in patients. The results of a systematic review show that microtia is an outer ear disorder whose cause is not clearly known. However, genetic factors, viral infections, chemical poisoning, and teratogenic medicines in young pregnant women are suspected to be the cause. The conclusion is microtia an outer ear condition with skin or cartilage loss forms small, slips off, or only the ear canal is present. Microtia treatment comprises restoring hearing ability and reconstructing the outer ear.
Exploring the Impact of Dietary Interventions on the Incidence and Severity of Acute Otitis Media: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Kumar Sanjay , Biradar Kashiroygoud , Singh Shailendra
Published: July 2023

The present research examined the efficacy of dietary interventions in mitigating the incidence and intensity of Acute Otitis Media (AOM) through a randomised controlled trial involving 200 AOM patients. The study involved the random allocation of participants into two groups: an intervention group that received dietary recommendations and supplements aimed at enhancing immune function and reducing inflammation, and a control group that received standard care. Over a period of two years, information pertaining to the incidence, severity, nutrient utilisation, and unfavourable outcomes of acute otitis media (AOM) was gathered. The group that received the intervention exhibited a noteworthy reduction in both the frequency and intensity of acute otitis media (AOM) in comparison to the group that did not receive the intervention. The findings of the regression analysis indicate that there exists a negative correlation between the severity of acute otitis media (AOM) and the intake of certain nutrients, namely vitamins A, C, D, E, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids. The intervention exhibited efficacy across diverse age cohorts and was well-received by the study participants. The results indicate that dietary interventions that prioritise nutrients with immune-boosting properties have the potential to mitigate the frequency and severity of acute otitis media (AOM). The integration of dietary counselling within the management strategies for acute otitis media (AOM) may yield advantageous outcomes. Additional investigation is required to enhance the precision of nutritional recommendations and authenticate these discoveries across a range of demographics.
Bidi Industry in Murshidabad District in Historical Context
Authors: SANAULLAH MD
Published: July 2023

After the battle of Palashi, the power and the capital of Bengal was simultaneously transferred to Calcutta, due to this reason the glory and economy of Murshidabad gradually decreased. After the plundering of Palashi, Murshidabad went below the poverty line, but England gradually became a more capitalist country in the world. As a result, industrial goods entered Murshidabad very easily due to the improvement of transportation system when the Industrial Revolution took place in England. The financially distressed industries of Murshidabad were gradually destroyed. Actually the industries were gradually destroyed by the economic crisis. Disenchanted with the English policy, the unemployed laborers found the Bidi industry, which was made in fully indigenous technology, and they adopt it very easily. Bidi industry were flourished in different parts of Murshidabad including Aurangabad, Dhulian, Farakka.
Statistical estimation of economic development inequalities at municipality level: The case of Serbia
Authors: Stamenković Milan , Milanović Marina , Veselinović Petar
Published: July 2023

Starting from its importance, as a valuable source of information in strategic planning of balanced regional development, the issue of measurement of achieved economic development level of local administrative territorial units (i.e. LAUs), represents the subject of this research. Using municipalities in the Republic of Serbia as a working basis, the following objectives are formulated: first, the creation of factor analysis based statistical model, in the form of composite indicator (i.e. Index of Economic Development - IED) for measuring the economic development level of LAUs within state, and second, the creation of a MANOVA evaluated IED-based classification of observed municipalities into internally homogeneous and externally heterogeneous groups, for identifying the extent of present regional economic disparities. The main contribution of this research is reflected in a clear and detailed demonstration of statistically valid, combined application of selected multivariate methods in regional economic development research. Created classification of LAUs confirms the wellknown statement regarding the presence of pronounced regional and intra-regional polarization in Serbia, primarily in direction "developed north - underdeveloped south". Proposed composite indicator and, on its values based, classification of LAUs can provide information useful for decision makers and experts in the field of planning and implementation of regional development strategy.
Development of the Belt and Road Initiative in Serbia
Authors: Stojanović-Višić Biljana , Jelisavac-Trošić Sanja , Simić Miodrag
Published: July 2023

The paper presents a general overview of the projects, observed according to the sectors of the Serbian economy, which were implemented in Serbia through the Belt and Road Initiative or are in the phase of implementation, planning or signed memoranda between China and Serbia. This initiative to strengthen trade, infrastructure and investment links between China and the countries of Asia, Africa and Europe, through a network of land and waterways, has affected the landscape of global trade, investment and financing, thereby expanding China's influence in the world. As a European country which is not a member of the European Union, Serbia found itself in a specific situation and was able to independently manage its relations with China and conclude contracts directly. In addition to the European Union as the main economic partner, Serbia is also turning to China, so this cooperation has a growing trend in the form of Chinese investments in Serbia, which are being investigated here, in contrast to the almost non-existent implementation of Serbian projects in China. Chinese companies in Serbia are actively building infrastructure, investing in the energy sector as well as the privatization and renewal of production of the former metallurgical giants of Serbia, and more. So, despite the large trade deficit with China, this initiative brings tangible economic and social benefits at the local level, creating new opportunities for employment and income generation in the community. That is why it can be said that the Belt and Road Initiative contributed to the development of cooperation between Serbia and China.
Interakcije između različitih vrsta matematičkog znanja u udžbenicima matematike za zapreminu tela
Authors: Đokić Olivera , Popović Predrag
Published: July 2023

The results of the international TIMSS research (2011, 2015, 2019) for Serbia for pupils of the fourth grade of primary school show that their achievement in the field of geometry and measurement is lower than in other areas (such as number). In order to examine the possible causes, we analysed the textbooks for the fourth grade of primary school that were used in schools in Serbia in the year of the research. The aim of the research is to examine two types of knowledge - conceptual and procedural - in mathematics textbooks on the topic of body volume. Based on the research of pupils' achievement in different types of knowledge in measuring length, area, and volume (Tan Şişman, 2010), we formed a list of indicators that indicate opportunities for learning in mathematics textbooks and different types of knowledge about body volume that are presented to the fourth-grade primary school pupils. In the paper, a descriptive method was applied to analyse the content of the textbooks and the interactions among different types of knowledge in mathematical tasks. The main results of the research show that the indicators that are oriented towards the recognition of the conceptual understanding show a significantly lower frequency of occurrence compared to the indicators of procedural knowledge. We see the reason for this in the initial formation of the concept of body volume. The conclusions of the paper point to the concern regarding the interaction among different types of knowledge, and open up questions for further research, especially from the perspective of the research and development of mathematics textbooks in mathematics education.
Emergency education as a catalyst for teacher change: Extent and correlates of the class and subject teachers' growth of competences
Authors: Mićić Katarina , Vračar Selena
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study was to explore the possibility that the emergency education during the Covid-19 pandemic served as a catalyst for teacher development. We investigated the growth of teachers' competences that were highlighted by the online teaching, and looked into per sonal and school factors that stimulated or restricted this growth. Four domains of expected teacher growth were chosen: general digital competence, pedagogical-digital competence, competence for stu dent assessment, and competence for conducting inclusive practices. A total of 314 teachers filled out an online questionnaire and rated their pre-pandemic and current levels of 18 items describing skills, beliefs, and attitudes of the four selected domains. The instrument also included scales for measuring school-related (leadership, teacher autonomy, collaboration) and teacher-related variables (teacher self-efficacy, growth mindset, reflective practice). The results of the paired samples t-test showed that improvements of the competences were significant in all four domains, and the highest in the domain of pedagogical-digital competence. Partial correlations revealed that teacher-level variables were more important factors of the growth than school-related variables. Differences between the class and subject teachers were found. Recommendations are given in the direction of supporting the emerged good practices and maintaining of the developed competences in the post-pandemic era.
The predictive influence of intelligence and communicative language ability on school achievement
Authors: Nikolić Mirjana , Cvijetić Maja
Published: July 2023

Although numerous studies show that intelligence, measured by various tests, is a significant predictor of school achievement, this cognitive variable can only explain about 50% of the variance. It is also known that communicative language ability represents an important basis for learning subject content in the early period of formal education. One of the most comprehensive models of language ability (Bahman, Palmer, 1996), in addition to strategic knowledge, includes language knowledge that includes organizational language knowledge (grammatical and textual) and pragmatic language knowledge. Although the non-cognitive factors de facto participate in the explanation of school success, the aim of the research presented in this paper was to determine the predictive influence of intelligence and communicative language ability, i.e. organizational and pragmatic language knowledge on differences in school achievement in Serbian, English and Mathematics at the end of the first half of the fifth grade. The research was conducted on the sample of 197 fifth-grade students (51% girls, average age 11.5 months) in elementary schools in Loznica. The authors of the paper applied an adapted form of the test of communicative language abilities that was applied in research in a bilingual context (Šimonji-Černak, 2005). Revisk was used to test verbal and manipulative intelligence (Biro, 1997). We started from the assumption that organizational language knowledge, has a more significant predictive influence on differences in school performance in the above-mentioned subjects than intelligence. Hierarchical regression analysis model determined that the predictor variables of organizational language knowledge explain 36.8% - 49.4% of the variance in school achievement, while the intelligence variables are related to the achievements in Serbian and Mathematics and explain 0.6% - 3% of the variance. A significant partial contribution of pragmatic knowledge and knowledge of verbs as an element of grammatical language knowledge were determined in all three subjects, as well as the contribution of knowledge of grammatical rules only in the Serbian language.The results confirm the hypothesis and indicate that for success in the mother tongue, foreign language and mathematics it is important to develop grammatical knowledge, and pay special attention to the importance and strategies of developing pragmatic language function in the period of early formal education.
School principals' transformational leadership behaviors as a predictor of teachers' perceptions of organizational commitment
Authors: Coskun Basak , Katitas Sevda , Arslan Pinar
Published: July 2023

The aim of this research was to investigate the effect of principals' transformational leader behaviors on teachers' organizational commitment. In the research, causal-comparative and relational survey methods were used. The study group, defined according to convenient sampling method, was composed of 260 public school teachers working in five provinces in the Central Anatolia Region in Turkey. The data was gathered with "Transformational Leadership Scale" and "Teachers' Organizational Commitment Scale", in the spring semester of the 2021-2022 academic year. Descriptive statistical analysis, independent groups t-test, test of variance (ANOVA), Pearsons' corelational analysis and regresion analysis were employed in the analysis phase. The findings showed that both principals' transformational leadership levels and teachers' organizational commitment levels were moderate. It was observed that teachers' perceptions about their principals' transformational leadership behaviours and organizational commitment levels didn't show a significant difference among the groups of gender, age and work experience. It was found that there was a significant relationship between principals' transformational leadership behaviours and teachers' organizational commitment, and the former was a significant predictor of the latter. It was concluded that principals' transformational leadership behaviors might be effective in enhancing teachers' organizational commitment. In this frame practical, theoretical and research recommendations were developed.