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The Effect of Workload on Concentration Disorders With Work Stress in PT Oragon Technology Indonesia
Authors: Nawawi Yusuf , M Zainul L. , Rusba Komeyni , Khatami Fahmi Putra Muhammad , Zulfikar Iwan
Published: August 2024

This study examines the impact of workload on concentration disorders, with work stress as a mediating variable at PT Oragon Teknologi Indonesia. High workload is linked to increased work stress, which can impair concentration. The research uses a qualitative approach, collecting data through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. Results show a significant relationship between high workload and increased work stress, which directly affects employee concentration. Interviews with 20 employees reveal that time pressure, excessive tasks, and lack of support from superiors are key factors increasing workload and stress. The study suggests that PT Oragon Teknologi Indonesia should implement effective workload management strategies, such as task balancing, enhanced support from superiors, and stress management programs, to reduce concentration disorders. These findings contribute to human resource management literature and industry practices in managing employee workload and stress.
Pelaksanaan Upacara Tradisional Buka Luwur di Dukuh Pantaran dan Nilai-Nilai Karakter yang Terkandung didalamnya
Authors: Susilowati Wahyu Wardani Sri , Mediatati Nani
Published: August 2024

Buka Luwur merupakan ritual adat yang dilaksanakan setiap tahun pada bulan Suro, Indonesia, yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan keharmonisan spiritual dan sosial dalam masyarakat. Ritual ini merupakan salah satu cara untuk melestarikan dan menghidupkan kembali aspek-aspek adat budaya Jawa yang belum banyak berubah akibat perkembangan zaman. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami proses pelaksanaan ritual Buka Luwur di Dukuh Pantaran dan mendeskripsikan ciri-ciri yang ada di dalamnya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan induktif, menggunakan data observasi, pengamatan, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ritual Buka Luwur melibatkan aktivitas budaya, ritual, ikatan sosial, kebanggaan lokal, rasa hormat, solidaritas, keberanian, dan kreativitas dalam ritual simulasi simbol. Globalisasi telah membuat ritual ini menjadi lebih kompleks, berkat teknologi digital dan media sosial yang mendukung budaya adat. Namun, hal ini juga menyebabkan komersialisasi, mengalihkan fokus dari spiritualitas dan budaya adat ke sejarah dan budaya, sehingga membatasi ruang lingkup ritual Buka Luwur.
A perspectiva de Nietzsche perante a educação do século XIX e a educação contemporânea
Authors: Braga Angélica Pessoa de Lima , Farias Wanderson Santos de
Published: August 2024

Introdução: A filosofia de Nietzsche é muito estudada e argumentada nos campos filosóficos e admirada por muitos estudantes de graduação que começam a sua caminhada acadêmica, entretanto, o alemão tem sua filosofia pouco estudada no campo da educação, seja pela falta de popularidade ou pela falta de compreensão dos pedagogos enquanto analíticos do processo educativo. Objetivo: O objetivo do estudo foi analisar e estudar a educação sob uma perspectiva não tão confortável a quem lê Nietzsche e desmistificar uma lenda trágica e decadente   Método: Trata-se de uma revisão bibliográfica do tipo narrativa.  Resultados:  A educação para Nietzsche transita em dois pensamentos como podemos perceber: um de que a educação deve ser restringida aos culturalmente evoluídos e politicamente mais bem preparados para assim guiar uma nação e um segundo pensamento, de que querem evangelizar a educação através da grande massa para que assim a detenção do poder fique entre os mesmos.
Conclusões: Padronizar a educação com sentimentos inversos de poder e influência estão cada vez mais presentes na educação, precisando ser reformulada e até estimulada pelas novas gerações.
A Agenda urbana e a escala municipal : elementos para discussão tipológica de municípios (Publicação Expressa)
Authors:   Instituto de Pesquisa Econômica Aplicada (Ipea)
Published: August 2024

Este estudo constitui um esforço exploratório para a coleta, organização e análise de dados, informações e contextos, com o objetivo de apoiar os debates fundamentais na elaboração da Política Nacional de Desenvolvimento Urbano (PNDU), liderada pelo Ministério do Desenvolvimento Regional (MDR). Em especial, busca sistematizar contribuições para a formulação de tipologias municipais que auxiliem na concretização dos objetivos estabelecidos para a PNDU.
Texto para Discussão 3025
Authors: Carvalho Sandro Sacchet de , Reis Mauricio Cortez
Published: August 2024

Este estudo busca analisar a evolução e as características da sobre-educação no Brasil entre 2012 e 2023 com dados da Pesquisa Nacional por Amostra de Domicílios Contínua (PNADC). São considerados sobre-educados os trabalhadores que desempenham funções que exigem abaixo de seu nível de escolaridade de acordo com informações da Classificação Brasileira de Ocupações (Brasil, 2010). Ademais, procura-se contribuir para a compreensão dos movimentos da sobre-educação no mercado de trabalho investigando em que medida o longo ciclo econômico recessivo atravessado desde o fim de 2014 afetou o forte crescimento da sobre-educação observado, construindo um painel de estratos geográficos (EGs) na PNADC, e usando diferentes formas de captar o ciclo econômico no mercado de trabalho. Observa-se entre 2012 e 2020 uma elevação da proporção de ocupados sobre-educados de 26% para 38%, e mostra-se um impacto significativo do ciclo na sobre-educação, porém essa ascensão parece mais associada à estrutura ocupacional da economia, como a distribuição setorial e o nível de informalidade.
Texto para Discussão 3027
Authors: Andrade Israel de Oliveira , Carvalho Andrea Bento , Silva Solange Teles da , Mont’alverne Tarin Cristino Frota
Published: August 2024

A economia azul se refere às atividades econômicas relacionadas ao mar, como a pesca, a produção de energias limpas (por exemplo, a eólica offshore), o transporte marítimo, o turismo costeiro, a indústria naval, entre outras atividades. A economia azul tem um olhar voltado não apenas para as atividades econômicas, mas também para a exploração dos recursos naturais de maneira sustentável, com atenção especial para a preservação do meio ambiente marinho e a proteção da biodiversidade e dos ecossistemas, levando-se em consideração o aumento da busca por recursos no mar nos últimos cinquenta anos. Nesse contexto, este trabalho propõe discutir, com um olhar exploratório, a economia azul no Brasil sob a ótica de suas potencialidades e desafios. Equilibrar o desenvolvimento de atividades econômicas e a preservação do meio ambiente é um desafio que deve ser objeto de políticas públicas, com abordagens ecossistêmicas integradas, de forma eficiente e coordenada, para promover a sustentabilidade e propiciar a realização do bem-estar da sociedade de forma justa e inclusiva.
Refining the Research Capability of Master Teacher: It’s Challenges and Courses of Action
Authors: P. Bonus Philips
Published: August 2024

This study aimed to explore the experiences of public elementary school Master Teachers in Taytayan Integrated School, Davao Oriental Division in the process of developing action research. This study utilized the exploratory case study design with eight participants selected using purposive non-random sampling design. In gathering data, the researcher used a semi-structure interview guide. Ethical considerations were observed in data collection. Thematic content analysis was used to determine the themes from the responses of the participants. Findings showed that additional workload, lack of time, low interest, inadequate knowledge and skills, and writing anxiety are the experiences of master teachers. In developing action research. The courses of action made to address the challenges encountered are establish timetable, strengthen the mentoring program, apply a reward system, and develop action planning skills. The educational management insights drawn based from the findings of the study are enhancement of attitude towards research, intensify the support and motivation, and extensive faculty development program. With this, the Department of Education should develop a comprehensive research capability enhancement program to help the master teachers raise their level of capability. Such program may include not only a series of training focusing not only on increasing the teachers’ knowledge in research but at the same time conducting, presenting, and publishing their research output.
Appropriate Classroom Noise and Attention Span of Grade 4 Students
Authors: G. Mincera Annie
Published: August 2024

This study explored the relationship between classroom noise and attention span among Grade 4 learners in primary schools. It investigated the extent of appropriate classroom noise and its influence on learners' ability to sustain focus, recover from distractions, and complete tasks effectively. A descriptive correlational research design was employed, with a survey method involving 100 Grade 4 learners. Respondents provided self-reported data on their perceptions of classroom noise levels and attention span using a modified instrument. The Likert scale was used to analyze responses. Pearson correlation coefficient and regression analysis were utilized to examine the relationship between classroom noise and attention span. The findings revealed that learners perceived classroom noise as moderately conducive to learning, with a mean score indicating a moderately extensive level. In terms of attention span, learners reported a moderately extensive ability to sustain focus, recover from distractions, and complete tasks. Pearson correlation analysis demonstrated a significant positive relationship between appropriate classroom noise and attention span. Regression analysis revealed that classroom noise significantly predicted attention span. The study highlights the significance of classroom noise management in promoting learners' attention span. The moderately conducive noise environment suggests room for improvement, and schools and educators should consider implementing noise reduction strategies.
Postoperative Recovery Profile of the Patients Undergoing Conventional and Stapler Hemorrhoidectomy
Authors: Riyaz Suhail , Qadir Kar Wasim , Ramzan Ishfaq , Kaul Pankaj , Anjum Rather Suhail
Published: August 2024

Introduction: A unique technique for managing prolapsed hemorrhoids surgically involves stapled hemorrhoidectomy. Compared to open hemorrhoidectomy, it resulted in quicker convalescence duration despite a significant increase in cost. The aim of the study was to compare the effectiveness, short- and long-term outcomes, and post-operative complications of open vs staped.  Methods: 60 patients in the age group 20 to 50 years, weight 45-80 kgs, and ASA grade of I and II were elected for the surgery, diagnosed with hemmorid grad III and IV and were divided into two groups. Group I contains 30 Patients operated under Open hemorrhoidectomy/ Milligan Morgan and Group- II 30 Patients operated under Stapler hemorrhoidectomy.  Results: Results were found to be better with the staple technique. There was significantly less pain in the post- operative period with faster recovery, There was no postoperative infection in the SH patients, early resumption to walk, reduced postoperative complications of the patients operated by the SH technique as compared to open technique.  Conclusion: Stapler haemorrhoidectomy requires less intra- operative time, less hospital stay and less post-operative pain. Return to normal activity is also faster with stapler surgery then open haemmorrhoidectomy.
Assessing use of Video Conferencing Applications by Select Nigerian TV Stations in Disseminating Information on Coronavirus Pandemic
Authors: Nandi Bigun Israel , Sheyigari Simon Reazanyi
Published: August 2024

Video conferencing applications (VCAs) also referred to as web-conferencing systems (WCS) have long been incorporated into television broadcasting to interactively engage with persons from different locations, resulting in collective intelligence and a participatory culture. The outbreak of coronavirus pandemic culminated in social restrictions and lockdowns thereby limiting TV professionals from face-to-face interactions. This study investigated the use of VCAs by Channels TV and TVC News Nigeria to disseminate information on coronavirus. Using convergence media culture theory as a lens through which the study is viewed, the study employed Key Informant Interviews (KII) as research design. All data collated were analysed using scissor-and-sort descriptive statistics suitable for analysing qualitative data. Results have shown that VCAs aided immensely in providing up-to-date information on the pandemic, enhancing adherence to safety protocols, giving expert opinion, and engendering interactive and participatory communication aimed at preventing further spread of the pandemic. It however revealed that poor visuals and sound occasioned by epileptic network services distorted effective communication. The study thus recommends among other things that government should collaborate with service providers to ensure that the best telecommunications technologies are acquired and used to ensure seamless communication in the event of future national, sub-regional, regional, or global crises.
Advancements in Autonomous Mobile Robot: A Holistic Review of Obstacle Avoidance Methods
Authors: Rabbi Sweet Fazle , Hasan Tareq , Banu Most. Arzu , Ranjan Sikder Ramani , Kamal Mostafa , Chandra Roy Suvash , Kumar Mallick Kalyan
Published: August 2024

The emergence of AMRs has altered our perspective and relationship with automation. At the heart of this transition is navigation and obstacle avoidance, both of which are important needs for deploying AMRs in a variety of scenarios. This comprehensive review looks at the latest advances in navigation and collision avoidance for AMRs, including a wide range of modern techniques and methodologies, algorithms, and technologies that aim to improve functionality. The study provides a detailed analysis of known approaches, such as rule-based approaches, potential fields, reactive navigation systems as behavior systems, and path-following algorithms, that have been developed to address the difficulty in practice. In contrast, technological advancements in machine learning, computer vision sensor fusion, and SLAM techniques, as well as edge computing, are reviewed in light of their unprecedented impact on AMR navigation. Global and local techniques are tackled using universal worldwide optics as well as national adaptations that reveal the unique characteristics of individual countries. The Data Analysis and Processing section emphasizes the importance of technologies that define AMR performance. Due to the constraints imposed by previous studies, it is clear that additional research is required to focus on closing gaps in controlled environments and using standard benchmarks; sensor heterogeneity issues; and practical implementation of theoretical aspects. In a nutshell, this review provides a map of the complex world of AMR navigation and obstacle avoidance. Its primary purpose is to contribute to the continuing debate, promote innovation, and suggest new research avenues in a fast-changing world of autonomous mobile robotics that breaks down traditional deployment constraints.
Effects of evergreen trees on mental restorative quality of winter landscapes
Authors: Zhao Jingwei , Li Xintao , Sha Bingru
Published: August 2024

Compared with other seasons, winter usually has low mental restorative quality due to the lack of greenness. Reasonably adding evergreen trees to winter landscapes can improve the quality. However, what proportion, species and planting site of evergreen trees are better for mental restoration? To address this question, two original pictures (describing two landscape types) and 24 manipulated pictures (including three categories and four grades of proportion of evergreen trees) were collected, and 381 respondents were employed to score the mental restorative quality of each picture. The results revealed that planting evergreen trees in the landscape with water was more efficient in promoting mental restoration than planting them in the landscape without water. Adding broad-leaved evergreen trees was much better than adding coniferous trees and the mixture of the two. And, for the landscape with water, moderate proportion of evergreen trees possessed significantly higher mental restoration than low or high proportion.
Interaction and Fusion of Rich Textual Information Network for Document-level Relation Extraction
Authors: Zhong Yu , Shen Bo , Wang Tao , Zhang Jinglin , Liu Yun
Published: August 2024

Detecting relations between entities across multiple sentences in a document, referred to as document-level relation extraction, poses a challenge in natural language processing. Graph networks have gained widespread application for their ability to capture long-range contextual dependencies in documents. However, previous studies have often been limited to using only two to three types of nodes to construct document graphs. This leads to insufficient utilization of the rich information within the documents and inadequate aggregation of contextual information. Additionally, relevant relationship labels often co-occur in documents, yet existing methods rarely model the dependencies of relationship labels. In this paper, we propose the Interaction and Fusion of Rich Textual Information Network (IFRTIN) that simultaneously considers multiple types of nodes. First, we utilize the structural, syntactic, and discourse information in the document to construct a document graph, capturing global dependency relationships. Next, we design a regularizer to encourage the model to capture dependencies of relationship labels. Furthermore, we design an Adaptive Encouraging Loss, which encourages well-classified instances to contribute more to the overall loss, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the model. Experimental results demonstrate that our approach achieves a significant improvement on three document-level relation extraction datasets. Specifically, IFRTIN outperforms existing models by achieving an F1 score improvement of 0.67% on Dataset DocRED, 1.2% on Dataset CDR, and 1.3% on Dataset GDA. These results highlight the effectiveness of our approach in leveraging rich textual information and modeling label dependencies for document-level relation extraction.
Rolling Through the Complications With the Clinical Judgment Model
Authors: Nugteren Laura , Holland Ann E.
Published: August 2024

Background:

Nurse educators have been challenged to creatively implement the clinical judgment model (CJM) across the curriculum. Opportunities exist to utilize rich patient data in clinical debriefing.

Method:

Rolling Through the Complications with the CJM, a scripted clinical debriefing tool, was created to help students think beyond the clinical day and apply clinical judgment to potential complications. In a pilot study, five medical-surgical clinical instructors implemented the clinical debriefing tool.

Results:

Survey responses from 29 students following the clinical debriefing expressed the activity was a positive experience encouraging focused analysis beyond typical post-conference discussions. Comments focused on critical thinking, collaborative learning, application to future practice, and holistic care.

Conclusion:

Clinical post-conferences offer excellent opportunities to implement scripted debriefing encompassing the CJM.

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Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of bark and fruit extracts of Faidherbia albida (Delile) A. Chev: A perspective from bio-prospecting assays to scientometric approach
Authors: Abdelwahab Siddig Ibrahim , Taha Manal Mohamed Elhassan , Al-Zubairi Adel S. , Syahida Ahmad , KaHeng Lee , Narrima Putri , Othman Rozana , Alfaifi Hassan Ahmad , Alzahrani Amal Hamdan
Published: August 2024

Faidherbia albida (Delile) A. Chev, a type of tree in the Leguminosae family, has several traditional uses. This study investigates the antioxidant properties, phenolic and flavonoid contents, nitric acid modulatory effects, and cytotoxicity of methanolic and chloroform extracts of the bark and fruits of Faidherbia albida. Various assays were performed to evaluate the antioxidant properties of the extracts, including the Folin-Ciocalteu and AlCl3 tests, the oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC), the purple diphenyl picrylhydrazine (DPPH) scavenging ability, and the Ferric Reducing/Antioxidant Power (FRAP). The ability of the extracts to modulate the production of nitric oxide (NO) was assessed, and the cytotoxicity of the extracts was evaluated in cultured cells. Additionally, a bibliometric analysis was performed on related research documents. The 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay was used to evaluate the cytotoxicity of the extracts in cultivated RAW 264.7 cells. A bibliometric analysis of 362 research documents related to F. albida published since 1913 was performed to understand the current state of knowledge to identify areas for further research using bibliometric computer packages. The results showed that the bark methanolic extract had the highest phenolic content, while the chloroform extract of the fruits had the highest flavonoid content. The chloroform extract of the fruits exhibited the highest inhibition of NO production. The extracts exhibited low cytotoxicity. The methanolic extract of the bark exhibited the strongest radical scavenging activities for FRAP and DPPH. The ORAC assay revealed that the antioxidant capacity of the methanolic extract of the fruits and the chloroform extract of the bark were approximately four times greater than that of quercetin, which is a known antioxidant compound. F. albida exhibits a significant antioxidant activity, which is influenced by both solvent polarity and specific botanical components.
Platforma 4
Authors: Petrevski Dragan , Reberc Ana , Senčar Mrdaković Marko , Čič Ana , Kuhar Lea , Manzoni Dino , Rose Rebecca
Published: August 2024

Platforma 4 is a scientific publication in which the students of the Postgraduate school ZRC SAZU present their completed and ongoing research. The edited volume combines contributions from various fields of humanities and social sciences, arising from a wide range of research topics.
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) Prediction and Green Computing for Health Insights
Authors: Singh Priyank Kumar , Yadav Mohit , Gochhait Saikat , Jayarathne P. G. S. Amila
Published: August 2024

In this chapter, the authors aim to discuss the significance of integrating AI prediction and green computing in the healthcare field to improve disease diagnosis, treatment, and patient care and minimise the adverse effects on the environment. The methodology employed is the systematic literature review (SLR) approach. The results show that combining green practices with AI prediction enhances the effectiveness and sustainability of the healthcare system. Practical implications are that there is a need for frequent policy updates and practical staff training to improve environmental management. The authors focus on the real-world implications and provide tactical recommendations for healthcare organisations that want to adopt green computing strategies successfully. A strategic perspective should be used with top management's support and all employees' involvement to achieve the organisation's future vision regarding these measures.
Impact of Scientific Innovation in Coastal Resource Management
Authors: Bhattacharya Sumanta , Sachdev Bhavneet Kaur
Published: August 2024

Scientific innovation plays a pivotal role in coastal resource management, shaping strategies to foster blue economic development while mitigating environmental risks and controlling pollution. The chapter highlights the multifaceted impacts of scientific innovation in coastal areas. Innovations such as advanced monitoring technologies, artificial intelligence, and nature-based solutions are transforming coastal management practices, enabling real-time detection of pollution events, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and promoting sustainable economic activities. By leveraging scientific knowledge and interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholders can develop holistic approaches to coastal resource management that balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. The chapter underscores the importance of integrating scientific innovation into policy-making processes and fostering partnerships among governments, industries, and communities to ensure the long-term health and prosperity of coastal ecosystems and economies.
First Insight Into the Deployment of Artificial Reefs to Support Local Fisheries in São Tome and Príncipe
Authors: Pessoa Joao , Airaud Frederic , Costa Graciano , Pina Antunes , do Rio Manuel Jorge Carvalho , Soares Venceslau , Santo Elisio Espirito , Vieira Sara , Ferreira-Airaud Betania , Leitão Francisco
Published: August 2024

The small-scale fisheries in São Tomé and Príncipe play a critical socioeconomic role, supporting around 30,000 people and contributing to the nation's food security. Local fishers, limited by a lack of resources and reliance on traditional techniques, face significant challenges. These have been aggravated by the increasing use of non-selective and ecologically harmful fishing methods, which have emerged as a response to fish scarcity. Here the authors detail the implementation of an artificial reef system in 2020, designed to enhance local fisheries and promote socioeconomic development. The project was led by NGOs MARAPA in partnership with Programa Tatô and involved a wide range of stakeholders. The artificial reefs, made of locally sourced inert materials and designed to foster marine life conducive to fishing, were strategically placed in the northern region on sandy bottoms to minimize environmental impact. This initiative not only aims to replenish fish resources but also serves as a tool for capacity building and co-management, promoting better decision-making processes.
Role of Social Media and AI in Transforming Healthcare Communication
Authors: Mishra Divya
Published: August 2024

This study explores the transformative impact of social media and AI on healthcare communication, emphasizing their transformative potential in information dissemination, patient engagement, and misinformation management. It highlights how social media platforms provide real-time updates and patient support, while AI technologies like machine learning and natural language processing revolutionize data analysis and personalized care. Despite these benefits, integrating these tools raises ethical concerns, such as privacy issues, data security risks, and informed consent complexities. It addresses challenges like data interoperability, infrastructure sufficiency, and system scalability, emphasizing the need for comprehensive provider training and unbiased AI algorithms. It also examines AI's role in curbing misinformation while balancing ethical considerations and free speech. The study advocates for a collaborative approach to ensure innovative and ethically sound healthcare communication, improve patient outcomes, and foster a more equitable and efficient healthcare system.
A Socio-Legal Analysis of the Health and Well-Being of the Ageing Population
Authors: Yadav Urmila , Prakash Bishwajeet
Published: August 2024

Approximately 10% of the global population, or 771 million people, are over 65 as of 2023. A further feature of ageing is the rise of multiple complex health states, collectively referred to as geriatric syndromes. Research indicated that this illness has been increasing daily and will reach 16% in 2050 and eventually 24% by 2100. Societal ageing can also have an impact on economic growth, retirement, and employment patterns, family dynamics, and the capacity of local governments and communities to provide sufficient resources for the elderly. This chapter's goals are to examine and evaluate the various aspects of wellbeing in an ageing population. This involved looking at things like statistical facts of aging populations, social dimensions and Support of ageing care, networks and ageing care and maintenance structure in India, as well as strategies for encouraging good ageing.
Cyber Terrorism in Health Information Systems
Authors: Rai Shashikant , Sharma Richa , Mishra Divya , Pathak Netranand
Published: August 2024

This review examines the escalating threat of cyber terrorism in health information systems (HIS), highlighting the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber-attacks targeting the healthcare sector. Healthcare institutions, holding critical data like electronic health records (EHR) and personally identifiable information (PII), are prime targets for cybercriminals. The study explores key security challenges, including ransomware, data breaches, denial of service attacks, and IoT vulnerabilities. Through a comprehensive literature review and bibliometric analysis, the study investigates encryption, blockchain technology, and training programs for healthcare providers. It also evaluates cybersecurity frameworks and emphasizes the need for continuous innovation in security measures. The findings underscore the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies to protect patient data and ensure the integrity of healthcare services. This review aims to initiate a dialogue on strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of healthcare systems.
Ethics in Case Studies
Authors: Allioui Azzeddine
Published: August 2024

This chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of ethics in case studies, emphasizing the importance of contextualizing ethics in qualitative research. It delves into fundamental ethical principles, such as respect for human dignity and informed consent, while addressing specific complexities encountered in fields like finance and family businesses. Guiding principles such as transparency and integrity are articulated, ensuring an ethical approach that respects participants' rights. Practical strategies for navigating ethical challenges, including developing ethical protocols and consulting experts, are proposed, fostering responsible and respectful qualitative research practices that uphold integrity and trust in scientific inquiry.
Intrinsic Factors Influencing Students' Well-Being at Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Hako Anna Niitembu
Published: August 2024

Intrinsic elements include self-esteem, self-efficacy, motivation, identity, interpersonal development, perfectionism, lifestyle choices, mind traps, fixed attitude, time management, and resilience all have a direct impact on students' mental, emotional, and physical health. Balancing academic duties with social activities, job, and personal life can be difficult, but students who have strong resilience and adaptive coping skills may do better in higher education. Literature reveals that intrinsically driven students perform better, have lower levels of anxiety, and are capable and interested in learning. Recognizing and addressing these inherent variables can assist colleges in providing supportive settings for students' overall well-being.
Personal Factors Impacting the Wellbeing of Students in Universities
Authors: Onyango Pamela Awuor , Birech Jeniffer Kosgey
Published: August 2024

Studies demonstrate that the well-being of students continues to draw increased global attention. Factors which impact the well-being of learners have been on the rise. Some of the factors include emotional satisfaction, communication, self-esteem, resilience, life satisfaction, amongst others. Well-being is perceived as healthy and fruitful living. This chapter dwells on some personal factors impacting on the well-being of students such as resilience, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. There is a need for interventions geared towards enhancement of the well-being of students in higher education. The university authority and other stakeholders need to pay much attention to activities that foster student well-being to enable them to self-actualize.
Identifying Genetics and Environmental Factors as Predisposition Factors in Suicide Risk
Authors: Bhutani Rishima , Baluni Priya , Mishra Anushka , Singh Ravindra
Published: August 2024

In spite of significant advancements in psychology, the death rate from suicide has not dropped in recent years. Durkheim and subsequent works have been studied in order to assess the role of a person's environment, family history, and genetics in suicide. An effort has been made to explain the social, biological, and psychological elements that contribute to suicide. The goal of this paper is to analyse the influence of background and predispositional factors in suicide. Systematic database searches were used to assess the literature, and searches in the references of relevant papers were added in the review. Researchers hypothesised that an individual is more prone to commit suicide and therefore due to insignificant and unfavourable reports from their family. Research indicates that the tendency in the familiality of completed suicides may not necessarily correlate with the psychiatric diagnoses, therefore the mutual effect between all the factors should also be considered.
Understanding Higher Education Students' Emotional Wellbeing and Coping Strategies
Authors: Olendo Rosemary Akinyi , Oyoo Syprine A.
Published: August 2024

Most students in the institutions of higher learning are in the stage of identity-formation. This period is characterized by emotional, economic, social, and behavioral transformations which subject students to crises leading to poor state of wellness and is discussed in this chapter. Adjustment into this new environment owing to the identity crisis and relational concerns is therefore a fact that cannot be ignored. Significantly, despite all these adversities, the university student has to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed. This book chapter will focus on emotional wellbeing and its components. It will further offer an explanation of the strategies students can use for coping with emotional wellbeing that are tailored around its components.
Inculcation of On-Campus Pet Companionship as an Animal-Assisted Therapeutic Intervention for the Psychological Well-Being of College Students
Authors: J. Ganesh Kumar , Agarwal Gautami N.
Published: August 2024

Research on developing coping strategies and therapeutic interventions is crucial for college students due to the seemingly unavoidable stressors they face as young adults. This chapter proposes the inclusion of on-campus pet companionship in higher educational institutions as an intervention to enhance distress tolerance, psychological resilience, and better-coping strategies among college students. It acknowledges existing research on pet companionship's positive effects on well-being while addressing the concerns about potential negative impacts. The study aims to explore the potential effects of pet companionship on college students, discuss methods for introducing on-campus pet companionship, and identify cost-effective and feasible approaches for implementation.
Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Stall on the MERIT Rotor in Hover
Authors:   Technical University of Munich, Baldan Giacomo , Heuschneider Verena , Mitropoulos Matti , Yavrucuk Ilkay , Guardone Alberto
Published: August 2024

The flow behavior of the two-blade MERIT rotor in hover, focusing on both pre-stall and stall regimes, is investigated through a comprehensive numerical-experimental approach. The study leverages unsteady RANS simulations to compute rotor thrust and power polars and validates them against experimental measurements. Valuable insights are provided into the capabilities of unsteady RANS methods and modern turbulence models for predicting rotor performance across these critical operating conditions. Furthermore, the numerical model incorporates blade deformations by implementing the experimentally measured flap and torsion displacements. A more realistic depiction of the rotor's aerodynamics is provided accounting for the structural deformations of the blades under aerodynamic loads. Highfidelity simulations closely predict the experiments in pre-stall conditions while discrepancies are present when the flow exhibits extended stalled regions. Blade deformations demonstrated to have only a minor effect on thrust and power polars due to the high stiffness of the system.
Actuator Line and Immersed Boundary Methods for Rotorcraft CFD
Authors:   Science and Technology Corporation, Jude Dylan ,   US Army CCDC AvMC, Sitaraman Jay ,   ONERA, Peron Stephanie , Hosseinverdi Shirzad , Bolsard Ronan
Published: August 2024

As part of a US-France Project Agreement, the US Army and ONERA are investigating mid-fidelity computational approaches for rotorcraft aerodynamics. The approaches from both groups use immersed boundaries in the place of boundary-layer-resolved meshes and actuator lines in the place of rotor blades. Results are compared between the US Army and ONERA to assess strengths and limitations of the mid-fidelity algorithms. An isolated rotor case is first used to validate and compare actuator line wake structure against a high-fidelity result. Second, a static coaxial hub is used to compare immersed boundary algorithms. In the final application, immersed boundary methods and actuator lines are used together for the Dauphin 365N configuration in forward flight.
Exploring the Connection between Leading-Edge Suction and Dynamic Stall on Rotors
Authors:   North Carolina State University, Lee Yi ,   US Army CCDC AvMC, Jain Rohit , Yeh Chi-An , Gopalarathnam Ashok
Published: August 2024

Dynamic stall continues to be a limiting factor for rotorcraft performance in forward flight. The complex flow physics, resulting from blade kinematics, aeroelastic deformations, and blade-vortex interactions, makes this problem challenging. The availability of results from recent high-fidelity coupled computational aerodynamics-structural dynamics simulations provides an opportunity to gain new insights into the physics of dynamic stall on rotor blades in realistic operating conditions. Recent research efforts have also resulted in the identification of a leading-edge suction parameter (LESP), whose critical value has been shown to correlate with the flow events leading to dynamic stall. Critical LESP is largely independent of motion parameters, and is dependent mostly on the airfoil shape, Reynolds number, and Mach number. In this work, LESP variation along the blades of a UH-60A rotor in forward flight is extracted from high-fidelity computational results. The objective is to explore the correlation between criticality of LESP and the onset of dynamic stall in a complex rotor flow. The results show a high correlation between LESP behavior and the signatures for the different occurrences of dynamic stall on the rotor blades. This excellent correlation provides the impetus for further application of the LESP concept to rotor aerodynamics.
Pilot Flight Simulator Performance Under Distraction and Vibrotactile Situation Awareness
Authors:   Engineering Acoustics Inc., Mortimer Bruce ,   Embry-Riddle Aeronautics University, French Jon ,   USAARL, Rupert Angus , Dailey Chris , Chaparro Barbara , Graff Daniel , Loftis Shelby , Olson Makaila
Published: August 2024

Maintenance of spatial orientation (SO) is achieved primarily through visual information where the horizon and celestial reference cues or flight instruments are used by pilots to infer aircraft orientation. However, cross checking the instruments in degraded visual environments can be complicated by factors such as workload, distraction, and situations where the vestibular and proprioceptive systems may provide false and competing orientation information. We describe experiments measuring pilot performance using a flight simulator under challenging conditions where the sensory information was controlled. Reducing available visual instruments increased the task difficulty. A wearable vibrotactile array could provide concurrent, additional orientation information. Increasing the flying task segment difficulty increased the perceived workload and also corresponded to an increase in accidents. Adding tactile orientation information reduced the accident rate.
Secondary Organizing Pneumonia complicating influenza B
Authors: Tyagi Rahul , Suyal Utkarsh , Kishore Kislay , Aggarwal Monika , V. Shrinath
Published: August 2024

Influenza A and B viruses cause acute viral respiratory illness and can cause various respiratory complications including influenza pneumonia and coinfection with other bacteria. Secondary Organizing Pneumonia (SOP) has rarely been reported as a complication of influenza pneumonia. Most of these cases are secondary to influenza A. SOP due to influenza B is seldom reported. We report a patient with influenza B pneumonia with persistent clinical and radiological worsening despite antivirals and antibiotics. A differential diagnosis of either secondary infection or SOP was considered. The patient underwent fibreoptic bronchoscopy and bronchoalveolar lavage which ruled out infection. The patient was managed as SOP with steroids and had a good response to treatment. The use of steroids in influenza has been shown to worsen mortality. However, in our patient, once infection was ruled out, steroids proved to be lifesaving.
A confusing lesion: pulmonary Inflammatory Myofibroblast Tumour
Authors: Sekmen Sümeyye , Hürsoy Nur , Panç Kemal
Published: August 2024

Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumours (IMT), also known as plasma cell granuloma, is a mesenchymal neoplasm that can be observed in almost every tissue. IMT is very rare with an incidence of approximately 0.04-1% of all pulmonary masses in adults. In children, it is the most common primary mass of the lung. Imaging findings of IMT are variable and nonspecific, probably due to fibrosis and cellular infiltration. They can cause difficulties in the diagnostic process due to differences in imaging characteristics.
Exploring the enigma of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis: A complex interplay of hormones and muscles
Authors: Podimon Jasmine , Rahim Surumi A , Sarojiniamma CS , Philip Rajeev , Dev D Amal , Khadir CA Abdul
Published: August 2024

Background:

Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is an uncommon presentation of thyrotoxicosis, predominantly affecting the young Asian males (Incidence 1.8-2%). Classically seen with Grave's disease.

Aims and Objectives:

To the study the etiology of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis. To study the clinical profile, precipitating causes and response to treatment of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis.

Materials and Methods:

All patients diagnosed to have thyrotoxic paralysis in the departments of Medicine, neurology and endocrinology in Pushpagiri Institute of medical science and research centre, Thiruvalla were included in the study. A total of 20 patients were included in the study. The Thyroid functions, CPK, Na+, K +, Ca++, Phosphate and Magnesium were estimated for all patients. All patients underwent a thyroid ultrasound and Technetium uptake scan, to find the etiology of thyrotoxicosis. Waynes Index was calculated to look at severity of thyrotoxicosis.

Results:

Out of the 20 patients, 14 patients had Graves disease, 4 had toxic MNG, and 2 had thyroiditis. All patients were male, and 7 patients were manual labourers. Bowel, bladder pharyngeal muscles, respiratory muscles and sensory were not involved in any patient. Only 6 patients had Waynes Index more than 19. In majority of patients paralysis was precipitated by carbohydrate. Recurrent episodes of paralysis was seen in 7 patients, and 13 had a single episode. The mean free T4 was 3.43 ng/ml with range from 2.84 - 4.02. The serum K+ levels ranged from 1.73 meq/L to 3.45 meq/L (mean 2.59). The CPK levels were elevated in eight patients, all with Grave’s disease. The paralysis resolved in all patients after K+ correction and Propranolol. Four patients had rebound hyperkalemia.

Conclusions:

Graves disease still remains the commonest cause of thyrotoxic paralysis, but can occur with Toxic MNG and thyroiditis. The weakness does not correlate with the severity of toxicosis or Potassium values. The paralysis responds to Potassium correction, but can result in rebound hyperkalemia.
Morphological Pattern of Benign Skin Tumors in a Teaching Hospital in Southeast Nigeria
Authors: Nnadozie Ugochukwu Uzodimma , Okeke Uche Valentine , Maduba Charles Chidebele , Ogbuanya Aloysius Ugwu-Olisa , Ugbala Amaechi , Oguonu Amobi Chiedozie , Okparaoka Samuel Uchechukwu
Published: August 2024

Background: Benign skin tumors are non-malignant neoplasms of skin origin. They are not uncommon and some have the dreaded  propensity for malignant transformation. Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the morphological pattern and distribution of benign  skin tumors in a tertiary hospital in southeast Nigeria.
Methods: This is a retrospective review of all histologically diagnosed benign skin  tumors at a teaching hospital in southeast Nigeria between 2009 and 2019. Information was gathered from the patients’ clinical notes  and registers on age, sex, region of body involved, and histological diagnoses.
Results: One hundred and seven benign skin tumors were seen within the 11 years of this study. The mean age of the patients was 36±18 years with a male-to-female ratio of 1:1.14. Benign soft  tissue skin tumors (comprised mostly dermatofibromas and keloids) were the commonest benign skin tumors (61.5%) followed by  keratinocytic tumors (27.5%), appendageal tumors (7.0%), melanocytic tumors (3.0%), and neural tumors (1.0%). There was no case of  hematolymphoid tumors or inherited tumor syndromes. The modal age range of benign skin tumors was 20–29 years.
Conclusion: Benign soft tissue skin tumors (dermatofibromas followed by keloids) were the commonest benign skin tumors. Skin adnexal tumors and  keloids were seen mostly on the head and neck region.
Profile of Intentional Self-Poisoning Cases among Adolescents at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria – A 2-year review
Authors: Babatola A.O. , Adeniyi A.T. , Unegbu P.E.N. , Adebisi A.O. , Ogundare E.O. , Olofinbiyi B.A. , Olatunya O.S. , Fadare J.O.
Published: August 2024

Background: Intentional self-poisoning (Deliberate self-poisoning) is fast becoming a major public health problem, especially among  adolescents. The period of adolescence is tumultuous for some adolescents. This study describes the socio-demographic profile of  adolescents managed for intentional self-poisoning at the Paediatric Unit of Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria  
Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was conducted. The records of 10 adolescents managed for intentional self-poisoning from  December 2021 to November 2023 were reviewed. Data extracted included age, sex, name of substances ingested, duration of admission  and treatment outcome.
Results: There were 4(40.0%) males and 6(60.0%) females. The median age of adolescents with intentional self- poisoning was 15.0 years (interquartile range 13.0- 15.3 years). The agents ingested were organophosphate 5(50.0%), paraquat 3 (30.0%) and substances not documented 2(20.0%). The mean (standard deviation) duration of admission was 1.7 (1.06) days. Six (60.0%) were  discharged, 1(10.0%) left against medical advice and 3(30.0%) deaths were recorded. All the 3 that died ingested paraquat. Most of the  patients took the substances because they were reprimanded for ill behaviours and 2(20.0%) had associated diagnosed psychiatric  disorders.
Conclusion: In this study, there were more females with intentional self-poisoning and the mortalities were in those that  ingested paraquat. Campaigns on the prevention of poisoning, particularly among adolescents, should be intensified. In addition, enforcement of regulations on lethal herbicides and pesticides is recommended. Furthermore, the establishment of poison control  centres will help significantly in improving the outcome of care and research about preventive measures.