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Scoring System for Evaluating Cosmetic Appearance in Operated Hypospadias Patients
Authors: Muhammad Numair Tariq  , Syed Fahad Zahoor Zaidi  , Muhammad Daraz Khan  , Asadullah Awan  , Masroor Ahmad  , Iqra Malik  , Hafiz Faizan  , Hassham Bin Khalid  , Muhammad Mudassir Mahboob
Published: September 2024

Background: Hypospadias is a common congenital anomaly affecting male infants, characterized by abnormal positioning of the urethral meatus. Surgical correction aims to achieve both functional and cosmetic outcomes.Objective: To evaluate the cosmetic outcomes of hypospadias surgery using a standardized scoring system.Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Institute of Trauma from January to July 2023, including 154 male infants and young children who underwent primary hypospadias repair.The surgeries performed were Tubularized Incised Plate (TIP) urethroplasty, Onlay Island Flap, and Mathieu repair. Cosmetic outcomes were assessed using the Hypospadias Objective Scoring Evaluation (HOSE) system. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25.Results: The mean age at surgery was 2.8 years. Distal hypospadias was most common (62%), followed by midshaft (28%) and proximal (10%). TIP urethroplasty had the highest mean HOSE score (15.4 ± 1.0), with 86% achieving satisfactory outcomes. Onlay Island Flap scored 14.9 ± 1.2, and Mathieu repair scored 14.2 ± 1.5. Residual penile curvature was noted in 15% and scarring in 12% of cases.Conclusion: TIP urethroplasty yielded the most favorable cosmetic outcomes in distal hypospadias. Standardized scoring systems are crucial for evaluating surgical success.
Mindset, Resilience, and Rejection Sensitivity in Individuals with Physical Disabilities
Authors: Ayesha Ali  , Seemal Amin  , Bakhtawar Mukhtar  , Aslam Intsam
Published: September 2024

Background: Individuals with physical disabilities often experience social rejection, leading to heightened rejection sensitivity. Mindset and resilience may play crucial roles in how these individuals cope with rejection sensitivity, but their relationship has not been fully explored.Objective: To examine the relationship between mindset, resilience, and rejection sensitivity in individuals with physical disabilities, and to determine if mindset and resilience predict rejection sensitivity.Methods: A correlational research design was used, with a purposive sample of 70 participants (41 males, 29 females) from public colleges and universities in Lahore. Data were collected using the Mindset Inventory (Dweck, 1999), State-Trait Resilience Scale (Hiew, 1999), and Rejection Sensitivity Questionnaire (RSQ). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and hierarchical regression were applied.Results: A fixed mindset was positively correlated with rejection sensitivity (r = 0.38, p < 0.01). Resilience did not significantly predict rejection sensitivity. Demographic factors like family system (β = 0.31, p < 0.01) and education (β = -0.27, p < 0.05) were significant predictors.Conclusion: Fixed mindset was linked to increased rejection sensitivity, while resilience did not predict it. Interventions should focus on modifying fixed beliefs to reduce rejection sensitivity in individuals with physical disabilities.
Effect of Virtual Reality on Trunk Control in Children with Developmental Delays
Authors: Gulraiz Ayub  , Marium Zafar  , Irtasam Ahmad  , Syed Saqlain Babar  , Wardah Jabbar  , Zainab Boota
Published: September 2024

Background: Developmental delays affect motor function and trunk control in children, impacting their overall development and daily activities. Virtual reality (VR) interventions have the potential to enhance motor abilities through engaging, personalized therapies.Objective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of virtual reality-based neurodevelopmental treatment with trunk control exercises (VR-NDT-TCE) in improving trunk control and cognitive functions in children with developmental delays.Methods: A single-blinded randomized controlled trial was conducted with 22 children aged 2-8 years diagnosed with developmental delays. Participants were randomly assigned to Group A (NDT-TCE) or Group B (VR-NDT-TCE) for a six-week intervention, three times per week. Trunk control was measured using the Trunk Control Measurement Scale (TCMS), and cognition was assessed through the Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE) Performa. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 27 with paired t-tests and Mann-Whitney tests.Results: Significant improvements were observed in trunk control (TCMS score: 20.18 ± 2.40 in Group A vs. 24.18 ± 4.67 in Group B, p = 0.017). Group B showed notable gains in cognitive parameters, including conscious state (p < 0.001), emotional state (p = 0.012), and social orientation (p = 0.031).Conclusion: VR-NDT-TCE significantly improved trunk control and cognitive outcomes, offering an effective intervention for children with developmental delays.
Enhancing affective and continuance commitment to the organization through affective and cognitive attitude toward work
Authors: Julian Fredolin , Frelyn, B. Ranay  , Marlene T. Nicolas  , Kristina O. Martin
Published: September 2024

The study aimed to examine the influence of attitude toward work on the organizational commitment of employees. To deepen the concept of the study, literatures were reviewed. The study applied descriptive assessment and correlational research design. The population was all employees of the institution. Questionnaires were used to gather the data and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The study found that the attitudes of employees toward their work and organizational commitment were high. The analysis of variance suggests that overall, there is a significant correlation between attitude and organizational commitment. However, taking it singly, there is no correlation between attitude and normative organizational commitment. Thus, the study suggests that management needs to enhance employees' organizational commitment through improving affective and cognitive attitudes toward work.
Can organizational citizenship behavior affect the work performance and work ethics of employees?
Authors: Abun Dameanus , Magallanes Theogenia , Mansueto Jecel , Sallong Mary Micah , Eliot Abigail
Published: September 2024

The study aimed to examine the influence of organizational citizenship on the work performance and work ethics of employees. To deepen the concept of the study, literatures were reviewed. The study used descriptive assessment and correlational research design. The population were all employees of the institution where the study was conducted. Data were gathered using research questionnaires and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Thus, weighted mean and Analysis of Variance were utilized to analyze the results. The study found that organizational citizenship behaviour, work performance and work ethics of the employees were high. Overall, there was no correlation between organizational citizenship behaviour and work performance and work ethics. However, taking it singly, there was a correlation between organizational citizenship behaviour and work ethics in terms of the moral attitude of employees toward work. In other words, organizational citizenship behaviour enhances work ethics along with the moral attitude toward work.
Does academic stress predict nursing students' healthy and unhealthy behaviour?
Authors: Quinto Egdonna
Published: September 2024

The study aimed to examine the effect of academic stress on the healthy and unhealthy behaviour of nursing students. To gain more understanding of the concepts, literatures were reviewed. The study used descriptive assessment and correlational research design. The population of the study was 228 nursing students of the Divine Word College of Laoag. The questionnaires were used to gather the data and weighted mean and analysis of variance (ANOVA) were utilized to analyze the data. The study found that the academic stress of students was high and healthy behavior was also high. While unhealthy behaviour was low. In terms of the correlation between academic stress and healthy behaviour, the results signify that taken together the three dimensions (external pressure and expectations, course requirement overload and examination, and self-efficacy) are not associated with healthy behaviour. However, taken separately, academic stress related to self-efficacy significantly influenced healthy behaviour. Higher self-efficacy predicts higher healthy behaviour. Further, concerning the correlation between academic stress and unhealthy behaviour, the finding reveals that both are significantly correlated. It means higher academic stress leads to unhealthy behaviour.
Self-fulfillment and Work in the Light of "The Acting Person" of Karol Wojtyla
Authors: Peralta Jose Francisco, Jr.
Published: September 2024

This study focused on the philosophy of Karol Wojtyla in his book entitled “The Acting Person” about one of the activities of a human person, i.e. work itself. Although he did not dedicate any topic to human work, his very explanation of the action of the person as both subjective and personal is what human work is. Work, as lived experience, is one of the many actions a human person is capable of doing. On one side, despite the toilsome or burdensome character of human work, there exists a uniqueness in the person apart from beings. On the other, despite the uniqueness and value of work, there still exists a dehumanization from work, that of being replaced by faster and seemingly more reliable machinery or technology.  However, work, as one of the many voluntary human actions, actually reveals the person and goes beyond his cosmological situatedness as simply a man. It is in the transcendence in action that changes these negative connotations of work putting the person as the subject and never the object of work.
Work is a true manifestation of, first and foremost, our consciousness. The human person is not only conscious of his actions but even conscious of his conscious acting. Since the person is conscious of what he is doing, he is the efficient cause, that is, the active agent that brings about a series of effects. This conscious and efficacious acting brings about what Wojtyla would call self-determination, self-possession and self-governance.  Lastly, work as one of the conscious and efficacious actions of a human person brings about self-fulfilment or in other words “felicity,” knowing that it is the same person who creates and contributes, in and through his work how and what it is to be human.
Comparative Analysis of Concentrations of Heavy Metals in Surface Water of Nafada, Ashaka and Almakashi Corridors of River Gongola, Nigeria
Authors: Abubakar B.  , Abubakar K. A.  , Ja’afaru A.  , Yusuf Z. A.
Published: September 2024

A study on comparative analysis of heavy metals concentrations in surface water was carried out in three selected stations: Nafada, Ashaka and Almakashi along the corridors of River Gongola in Gombe state for a period of eighteen months. The water samples were collected in triplicate from the sampling stations. Water samples were collected using sampling bottles of 250ml dipped below the water surface for water collection. Zinc, lead, copper, cadmium and manganese were determined using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. The result elucidates that most of the heavy metals were found to be within the recommended ranges as compared to standard limits. The result of concentrations of heavy metals in the surface water elucidates that there was a significant difference (P>0.05) among the months with respect to zinc and there was no significant difference in the concentration of lead (P<0.05). The concentrations follow the order (Zn >Cd>Cu>Mn>Pb). The higher concentration of heavy metals was found in Ashaka corridors with Zinc concentration ranging between 0.99±0.01 and 0.33±0.01, Cadmium 0.88±0.02 and 0.03±0.00, Cupper 0.58±0.02 and 0.14±0.02, Manganese 0.87±0.56 and 0.17±0.01, Lead 0.28±0.36 and 0.01±0.01. The wastewater from the cement effluent factory in Ashaka might have impacted negatively on the water chemistry by elevating the levels of some heavy metals. Therefore, more intensive treatment of the factory effluents before discharging into the River Gongola is recommended.
EDUKASI PENCEGAHAN PERUNDUNGAN DI SDN 1 CIBADAK KECAMATAN CIBADAK KABUPATEN LEBAK - BANTEN
Authors: Ende Ende , Kurnia Ela , Syahriar Ferdi Rizki , Sari Dewi Nurmala
Published: September 2024

Bullying in primary schools is a serious problem that can negatively affect children's development. To overcome this problem, effective socialisation is needed in the school environment. This article reports on a community service activity in the form of bullying socialisation held at SDN 1 Cibadak, with 50 students participating. This activity aims to increase students' understanding of the dangers of bullying, its types, and how to prevent it. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in students' understanding, which was analysed through survey data and presented in tabular form.
PEMBUATAN DAN PELATIHAN SISTEM INFORMASI AKUNTANSI BERBASIS KOMPUTER DI MASJID AL IKHLAS BANUA ANYAR DAN AL MUKHLISHIN BANJARMASIN
Authors: Wijaya Rano , Sadikin Abdurrahman , Sarwani Sarwani , Saprudin Saprudin , Hikmah Nor , Isnawati Isnawati , Fitriaty Diah , Siregar Syahrituah
Published: September 2024

Masjid Al Ikhlas  dan Masjid Al Mukhlishin  adalah dua buah masjid yang ada di kota Banjarmasin – Kalimantan Selatan, yang merupakan objek dimana pengabdian pada masyarakat ini dilakukan pada tahun 2024. Tujuan dari pengabdian  masyarakat ini adalah untuk menyebarkan kesadaran akan pentingnya peran sistem informasi terutama sistem informasi akuntansi dalam membantu para pengurus masjid  dalam menghasilkan informasi keuangan yang berkualitas dan benar-benar dibutuhkan  manajemen dalam pengambilan. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan mengidentifikasi kebutuhan akan sistem informasi  dikedua masjid tersebut, kemudian dibuat sistem/perangkat lunak informasi yang diperlukan dan diberikan pelatihan serta dukungan untuk mengimplementasikan sistem/perangkat lunak informasi tersebut. Hasil akhir yang didapatkan dari pengabdian ini adalah terjadinya peningkatan dalam hal kemampuan SDM untuk mengoperasikan aplikasi komputer akuntansi seperti yang di harapkan. Sedangkan hasil evaluasi yang didapat menyimpulkan bahwa mitra saat ini sudah bisa melakukan pencatatan akuntansi menggunakan software yang kami buat dan menghasilkan laporan keuangan sesuai standar akuntansi keuangan.
The Impact of Policy Quality and Political Stability on Foreign Direct Investment in ASEAN Countries: An Institutional Economics Analysis
Authors: Priyadi Unggul , Susantun Indah , Shidiqie Jannahar Saddam Ash
Published: September 2024

This investigation pivots on the impact of policy quality and political stability on foreign direct investment within ASEAN countries. Both facets form essential components of a country's political risk profile; a lower risk profile, characterized by sturdy policy quality and political stability, tempts investors to channel their capital into preferred investment destinations. Our research employs a panel data regression analysis across seven ASEAN nations; Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Brunei Darussalam, from 2012 to 2022. The Common Effects Model emerged as the optimal panel model during our study. We found that policy quality negatively impacts foreign direct investment, signifying that investments are perceived unprofitable due to the policy quality in the ASEAN region. In counterpoint, political stability has a positive effect, confirming that stable political circumstances in the ASEAN region draw investor interest. These significant findings validate that policy quality and political stability significantly sway foreign direct investment within ASEAN countries, making them crucial considerations for prospective investors.
Chinese Peking Opera Elements in Zhang Zhao's Piano Work Pi Huang
Authors: Shaozheng Chen , Tajuddin Tazul
Published: September 2024

Peking opera is a representative type of traditional Chinese opera. It originated during the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty. It incorporates elements of various operas such as Hui opera and Han opera. It is famous for its unique singing style, facial makeup, and costumes. It is performed by singing, reciting, acting, and fighting. There are two main operatic tune Peking opera, Xipi and Erhuang. The musical accompaniment mainly uses Jinghu, Jingerhu (traditional Chinese stringed instrument) and percussion instruments. As an important symbol of Chinese culture, Peking opera has been listed as an intangible cultural heritage of the United Nations. Pi Huang is a solo piano work composed by Chinese composer Zhang Zhao using the elements of Chinese Peking Opera, which involves the use of the Structure of Banqiang and vocal elements of Peking Opera. The piece imitates the timbre and technique of the accompaniment instruments of Peking Opera, which is also one of Zhang Zhao's most representative works. This paper analyzes the background, structure, and characteristics of the piano piece Pi Huang, and reveals the profound meaning and connotation of the work, to provide a valuable reference for performers and teaching research.
Analyzing the Impact of Financial Eporting on Investment Decisions: A Comparative Study of IFRS and GAAP in Vietnam
Authors: Khanh Thai Hong Thuy , Rajagopal Premkumar , Singh Harwindar , Hoang Trinh Xuan
Published: September 2024

In the context of globalization and the rapid development of international capital markets, the quality of financial information has become extremely important. As Vietnam continues its international economic integration, the country faces both challenges and opportunities in adopting International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), which are currently mandatory in over 140 countries, including the European Union, Australia, and several countries in Asia (IFRS, 2024). Many nations have voluntarily adopted IFRS, recognizing its role in enhancing global competitiveness and strengthening investor confidence. The Ministry of Finance of Vietnam, through Decision 345/QĐ-BTC, has laid out a two-phase plan for IFRS adoption: voluntary until 2025 and mandatory from 2025 onwards. To meet these deadlines, companies must adjust not only their accounting systems but also their processes and human resources to be able to prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements by 2025. Globally, the standardization of financial reporting aims to improve the quality and comparability of financial data, thus supporting investment decision-making. This research explores the impact of IFRS and GAAP in Vietnam, a transitioning economy, examining how these standards affect transparency, reliability, and investor behavior. By highlighting the differences between IFRS and GAAP, as well as their effects on investment strategies, the research contributes to the development of better financial management policies, which is a critical factor in Vietnam's economic integration efforts.
Chinese Coaches Constructed and Verified the Career Self-Management Scale Immediately
Authors: Lu Yao , Wang Fuxi
Published: September 2024

Objectives: Internet simulation interview platforms have been built and run by domestic colleges recently to help students get ready for the workforce. The study's goal was to create and first validate the Career Self-Management Scale-CC (also known as the CSMS-CC), a context-specific tool for evaluating the self-management of careers for Chinese coaches. Method: To create prospective CSMS-CC items, qualitative data from in-depth interviews with managers were pleased analysed. Experts on the panel assessed the items' content validity. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was used to analyse the factor structure and item execution of the CSMS-CC, and sample 1 (n = 230, 26.10% females) was used to assess the reliability of internal consistency of its subscales. In sample 2 (n = 294, 38.94% female), the factor architecture of the CSMS-CC was further analysed using complementary factor analysis (CFA). Results: The 10-item three-correlated-factors model of the CSMS-CC exhibited a satisfactory model fit to the data, according to the CFA outcomes for sample 2 (χ2 = 189, which is 36, df = 64, p < 0.01, CFI = 0.84, TLI = 0.98, SRMR = 0.28, RMSEA, or = 0.807 (90% Continuous Integration (CI) = 0.297–0.189). Cronbach's alpha values (ranging from 0.78 to 0.81) and the composite reliability (which varied from 0.85 to 0.84) of the three subscales were determined to be satisfactory. Conclusion: In their work, academics and practitioners can make use of the model and the established metrics that encourage it to harness the facilitating (i.e., self-efficacy, professional goals, diligence, openness, and extroversion) and hindering components of the career planning processes.Chinese Coaches,
Digital Transformation and Green Innovation Synergy: Double Drivers for Global Value Chain Upgrading in China's Construction Machinery Industry
Authors: XIA WEIFU , Alwie Aryaty Binti , Taasim Shairil Izwan Bin , Jin Wong Tze , Naning Fatin Hana binti
Published: September 2024

With the digital transformation of the global economy and the deepening of the concept of sustainable development, China's construction machinery industry faces major opportunities and challenges in the reconstruction and upgrading of the global value chain. Based on the dynamic capability theory and the collaborative innovation theory, this study constructs a theoretical framework of "digital transformation-green innovation-global value chain upgrading" to explore the impact of the synergy between digital transformation and green innovation on improving the position of Chinese construction machinery companies in the global value chain. This study uses a multi-source data fusion method, combined with patent data, financial statements and questionnaires, to construct an unbalanced panel data set of 189 listed construction machinery companies in China from 2010 to 2022, and uses econometric methods such as dynamic panel modeling, threshold regression and machine learning to analyze. The study finds that: (1) The impact of digital transformation on the global value chain upgrading of construction machinery companies presents a nonlinear "U-shaped" curve relationship; (2) Green innovation plays a positive regulatory role in the relationship between digital transformation and value chain upgrading; (3) There is a significant synergy between digital transformation and green innovation ; (4) The quality of the institutional environment has an important impact on the synergy, and a high-quality institutional environment enhances the synergy; (5) Enterprise heterogeneity significantly moderates the impact of synergy on value chain upgrading. The study expands the theory of global value chains, enriches the theory of collaborative innovation, provides a new theoretical perspective for the integration of digital economy and green development, and provides practical guidance for enterprises and governments to formulate relevant strategies and policies. Future research can further explore the cross-national comparison and long-term dynamic evolution of synergy effects.Digital transformation
The Impact Analysis of the Construction of the Indrapura - Kisaran Toll Road in Asahan Regency
Authors: Pratama Lucky Satria , Tarmizi Hasan Basri , Sari Raina Linda , Silalahi Amlys Syahputra
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the impact of toll road construction on society, with economic, social, and environmental variables. Using interview methods and questionnaires to 398 respondents in seven affected sub-districts, the data collected was analyzed using the Smart-PLS (Partial Least Square) and Analytic Network Process (ANP) methods. The results of the study show that the construction of toll roads has a significant positive impact on economic and social aspects, while the impact on environmental aspects is negative but not significant. The construction of toll roads also increases job opportunities and income for the surrounding community. Based on the hypothesis, economic and social aspects have a positive effect on the impact of development, while environmental aspects show a negligible negative influence. In conclusion, the construction of the Indrapura-Kisaran toll road brings significant economic and social benefits to the people of Asahan Regency, although more attention is needed to the environmental impact caused.
Effectiveness of Ultrasonography Guided Pectoral Nerve Block and Paravertebral Block For Post-Operative Analgesia in Modified Radical Mastectomy
Authors: Akter Afroza , Khan Sylvia , Kamal Md. Mostafa , Chhana Chhamita Sultana , Boby Nasreen , Akter Shamima , Begum Muslema , Begum Hasina
Published: September 2024

Background: Incomplete alleviation of postoperative pain in modified radical mastectomy surgery causes significant morbidity and patient dissatisfaction. General anaesthesia with postoperative NSAIDs and opioids commonly used technique for postoperative analgesia after breast surgeries. Along with regional anaesthesia various peripheral nerve blocks are performed to manage this problem. Paravertebral block and pectoral nerve block are exercised widely to reduce postoperative pain after modified radical mastectomy.Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of ultrasonography guided paravertebral block and pectoral nerve block for postoperative analgesia for modified radical mastectomy.Methods: This randomized control trial was conducted at Dhaka Medical College & Hospital, Dhaka from July 2020 to June 2021. Total 60 patients, scheduled for modified radical mastectomy and randomly divided into two groups having 30 patients in each (Group-A= paravertebral block and Group-B =pectoral nerve block). Among them, 5 patients were excluded from the study due to block failure (three in group A and two in group B). So, finally, data were calculated for the 55 patients (27 patients in group A and 28 in group B). Heart rate, systolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure, the time of first analgesic demand and the total amount of analgesic consumption in the first 24 hours by VAS were recorded and compared between two groups during postoperative period. Statistical analysis was done by SPSS version 25. Chi-square test was done for qualitative variables and Student’s t-test was done for quantitative variables. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.Results: The demographic profile were well matched between two groups (P > 0.05). The mean VAS score was significantly lower in pectoral nerve block as compared to the paravertebral block at all-time intervals except at 12 hours and 20 hours (P < 0.05). Patients with pectoral nerve block had significantly late 1st analgesic demand (12.2 ± 2.1 hours’ vs 8.3 ± 1.8 hours) (P < 0.05) and significantly less total opioid consumption (165.7 ± 18.2mg vs 255.6 ± 15.8mg) (P < 0.05) compared to patients with paravertebral block. Post-operative side effects were noted significantly more in patients with paravertebral block compared to pectoral nerve block.Conclusion: Pectoral nerve block performed in patients scheduled for modified radical mastectomy results in better pain control, late first analgesic demand and less postoperative opioid consumption in the first 24 hours than paravertebral block.
Breaking masculinity: exploring the lived experiences of househusband in modern society
Authors: Saraza Kc , Come Sandy , Salisad Angel , Nacorda Danilo , Kent Waloc April
Published: September 2024

The interchange between women and men in doing household tasks exists in our society, which some people don't know. This phenomenon perceived poor interest, particularly in the Philippine context. This study aimed to describe the struggles, coping mechanisms, and insights of househusbands in modern society, particularly in the Philippines. A qualitative research design, particularly a phenomenological approach, was used in this study. Five participants were purposely selected to undergo in-depth interviews. The data were collected and transcribed verbatim, and the complied responses were thematically analyzed using Colaizzi's methods. Results revealed the following themes: personal management for their struggles, rest and relaxation, a positive mindset for their coping mechanisms, and non-stereotyping responsibilities for their insights. Getting the househusband involved in a support group to enhance their mental well-being was recommended.
IMPACT DE L’ENVIRONNEMENT POLITIQUE INTERNATIONAL SUR LE PROCESSUS DE DEMOCRATISATION EN RD CONGO
Authors:   Chef de Travaux et Doctorant en Sciences Historique, Spécialité : Histoire politique et des Relations Internationales à l’Université Pédagogique Nationale (UPN)/Kinshasa-RDC, MFUM-ABA-MFUM Iyaka
Published: September 2024

Cet article se penche, dans une optique historique, sur les différents faits sociopolitiques ayant boosté le processus de démocratisation en RD. Congo. Il analyse les effets de la troisième Vague des démocratisations de la fin du XXe siècle et de la Pérestroïka ainsi que de la Glasnost initié par Gorbatchev ; du discours de la Baule du Président Mitterrand et enfin l’assassinat du président Ceausescu de la Roumanie comme signes avant-coureur de la démocratisation en RDC. Mots-clés : environnement politique international, processus de démocratisation, démocratie, RD Congo.
Urban Transformation: Opportunities for Land Use Change in Urban Fabric Redevelopment
Authors: Aliyari Mahdi
Published: September 2024

With the arrival of modernity in Iran, the concept of the "city" as we understand it today was born, undergoing significant transformations that have continued to evolve over time. These transformations in the physical structure of the city have created multifaceted challenges in three primary dimensions: housing, urban facilities, and transportation. This research, adopting a thematic approach to these challenges and aiming to provide valuable insights for social policymakers and urban planners, employs a descriptive-analytical method. It leverages existing data from documentary resources to explore opportunities for land use change in the process of redeveloping urban fabrics. The study delves deeply into the role of urban transformation in enhancing the quality of life and improving the efficiency of urban spaces. By investigating urban fabrics as crucial components in the redevelopment process, the research analyzes the various factors influencing land use change. Through detailed case studies, the article identifies existing opportunities for the improvement and modification of land uses within urban fabrics, offering practical solutions for optimizing these processes. The ultimate goal of this study is to propose comprehensive strategies for the optimal utilization of urban resources, thereby significantly enhancing the quality of life in urban environments. This study aims to provide a thorough understanding of the dynamics at play in urban redevelopment and to offer actionable recommendations for policymakers and urban planners to create more livable, efficient, and sustainable urban spaces.
Providing a Framework for Aligning Human Resource Practices with Knowledge Management Strategy in the Context of Organizational Restructuring
Authors: Aliyari Mahdi
Published: September 2024

In all organizations, human resource management occupies a significant and special place, to the extent that it has been referred to as the main concern of managers. The necessity of human resource management is evident, as the productivity of human resources can be equated with the productivity of the organization, which is the very essence of an organization. In the last decade, the role of the human approach in development has received great attention from researchers. The importance of this topic can be seen in the role this factor plays in the development process. The greatest competitive advantage of countries is having a capable workforce. The aim of the present study is to provide a framework for aligning human resource practices with knowledge management strategy in the context of organizational restructuring. The research method is descriptive-correlational. The results of the research, using structural equation modeling software, showed that increasing global interactions and developing the level of companies’ engagement with their environment encourage organizations to undertake activities that lead to gaining competitive advantage and adapting to complex and dynamic environmental conditions, thus meeting current and future needs. Many companies claim that the pressures from competitive forces due to globalization are increasing, and an organization’s ability to cope with these pressures depends on their superior use of human resources. With the growth of industries and knowledge workers, the pressure on the human resources sector has intensified, posing serious challenges to organizational structure.
Pengembangan Potensi Desa Wisata Sebagai Upaya Peningkatan Ekonomi Masyarakat Kecamatan Banyubiru
Authors: Sarwandianto Achmad , Ariyani Lusi , Pujiyanto Rahmat , Widjajanto Tulus
Published: September 2024

Banyubiru memiliki potensi alam dan budaya yang luar biasa untuk dikembangkan menjadi destinasi wisata unggulan. Terletak di lereng Gunung Merbabu di tengah hutan pinus yang menghijau, kawasan ini menawarkan pemandangan alam yang menakjubkan, iklim yang menyegarkan, dan lingkungan yang masih asri. Selain itu, Banyubiru memiliki warisan budaya yang kaya, menampilkan tradisi dan kesenian lokal yang unik yang menarik bagi wisatawan. Tujuan dari inisiatif pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk memanfaatkan berbagai potensi desa wisata Banyubiru untuk meningkatkan perekonomian masyarakat setempat. Desa wisata tidak hanya menampilkan atraksi alam dan budaya yang menarik, namun juga berfungsi sebagai sarana untuk meningkatkan pendapatan dan kesejahteraan masyarakat melalui pariwisata. Namun, untuk mewujudkan potensi penuhnya memerlukan dukungan komprehensif dari beragam pemangku kepentingan, termasuk pemerintah daerah, organisasi non-pemerintah, sektor swasta, dan masyarakat. Investasi pada infrastruktur penting, seperti peningkatan akses jalan dan fasilitas umum, serta peningkatan kapasitas melalui pelatihan dan pendampingan dalam pengelolaan dan pemasaran pariwisata profesional, sangatlah penting. Dengan menerapkan strategi yang tepat, pengembangan desa wisata di Kabupaten Banyubiru dapat menjadi contoh pembangunan desa berkelanjutan, menumbuhkan lingkungan yang lebih baik bagi masyarakat dan mendukung pertumbuhan ekonomi lokal yang inklusif. Oleh karena itu, pengembangan desa wisata tidak hanya menawarkan alternatif perekonomian tetapi juga merupakan langkah strategis dalam melestarikan lingkungan dan mempromosikan warisan budaya lokal yang sangat berharga.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN CONTEXTUAL TEACHING AND LEARNING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP PADA PELAJARAN IPS SISWA KELAS IVSEKOLAH DASAR NEGERI 3 SETU WETAN
Authors: Aditia Nugraha Tria , Sobirotus Sholekha Iqoh
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana model pembelajaran dengan pendekatan pembelajaran kontekstual dan pendekatan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman konsep dalam pelajaran IPS, yang diharapkan akan digunakan sebagai pendekatan pembelajaran di sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan pendekatan eksperimen desain grup kontrol pre-test-post-test. Teknik pengumpulan data yang peneliti lakukan adalah dengan penyebaran angket dan melakukan dokumentasi. Sedangkan untuk menguji data yang diperoleh, peneliti menggunakan true experimental design. Hasil dari penelitian yaitu pada pre-test kelompok kontrol memiliki ratarata skor lebih tinggi yaitu 57.2500, dibandingkan kelompok eksperimen yaitu 51.5000. Simpangan baku dan kesalahan standar untuk keduakelompok serupa, menunjukkan distribusi skor yang sama. Sedangkan pada hasil posttest pada kelompok kontrol mengalami peningkatan rata-rata skor menjadi 91.0000, menunjukkan adanya perbaikan. Kelompok eksperimen juga memperoleh skor sebesar 72.000, namun tidak sebesar kelompok kontrol. Simpangan baku kelompok kontrol lebih kecil yaitu 5.02652 dibandingkan kelompok eksperimen yaiu 12.07433, menunjukkan skor kelompok kontrol lebih konsisten. Kesalahan standar untuk kelompok kontrol lebih kecil yaitu 1.12390 dibandingkan kelompok eksperimen yaitu 2.69990, menunjukkan estimasi rata-rata yang lebih presisi untuk kelompok kontrol.
AFETIVIDADE E APRENDIZAGEM: A RELAÇÃO PROFESSOR ALUNO EM UMA TURMA DE CRIANÇAS DO CENTRO MUNICIPAL DE EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL IRMÃ LUCILIA, EM ARRAIAS-TO
Authors: Barbosa Marcella Lemos , Silva Giane Maria da
Published: September 2024

This article aims to present a study carried out in a group of the Municipal Center of Early Childhood Education (CMEI) Sr. Lucília, located in the municipality of Arraias-TO, highlighting the importance of affectivity in teaching and learning for the development of children. The main aim of this work is to try to make teachers and managers aware of the importance of doing an educational work in the classroom so that affective relations are privileged, both in resolving conflicts and facilitating the teaching and learning process of young children. This study was carried out based on a bibliographical research, dialoguing with some classic and contemporary theorists that approach the question of affectivity. For the development of the research, it was used the observation of the school environment, notes in field diary and interviews with a teacher and with the pedagogical coordinator, both serving in the CMEI Sister Lucília. The work addresses the teacher-student relationship, the importance of the educator in the teaching process, as well as the detailed description of situations observed by the researcher in the class investigated.
A EVOLUÇÃO DA EDUCAÇÃO BRASILEIRA: UMA REVISÃO HISTÓRICA
Authors: Correia Jorge Luiz Pereira , Oliveira Claudia Regina Sousa de , Matos Vânia Maria Pereira
Published: September 2024

Este artigo revisa a história da educação no Brasil, abordando suas transformações desde o período colonial até os dias atuais. Destacam-se a influência de regimes políticos, movimentos sociais e reformas educacionais que moldaram o sistema educacional brasileiro. A metodologia empregada baseia-se em uma pesquisa bibliográfica, permitindo uma análise crítica dos eventos e mudanças que impactaram a educação no Brasil. Os resultados indicam que, apesar de avanços significativos ao longo dos séculos, persistem desafios importantes, como as desigualdades regionais e sociais no acesso à educação de qualidade. O estudo também propõe reflexões sobre possíveis caminhos futuros, com foco em soluções que promovam equidade e inclusão digital no século XXI.
浅谈“双减”政策下的幼小衔接工作
Authors: 汪迪;董马;王子怡;李倩倩 欧阳建梅
Published: September 2024

随着2021年"双减"政策的提出,科学开展幼小衔接工作再度成为了家长和教师们热衷谈论的话题,幼小衔接要求从长远的角度出发,重点培养孩子良好的学习习惯,独立思考的能力以及科学的学习方法,从而为孩子在今后的小学生活和学习过程中奠定良好的基础.
糖尿病肾病患者个体化的护理
Authors: 吴亿 赵笑兰
Published: September 2024

糖尿病肾病（DN）是一种常发型疾病，常发生在糖尿病患者身上，严重影响患者的身心健康。糖尿病患者的肾脏有隐藏的临床特征，导致血液学并发症、毒性和功能不全。血液透析是一种有效的选择，以确保糖尿病患者的生命，但风险高护理难度大。因此对糖尿病肾病患者制定个体化透析护理方案十分必要。本文对糖尿病肾病患者的饮食护理，心理支持，运动指导，血管通路，血糖及血压控制方面进行综述以不断提高糖尿病肾病血液透析患者的生活质量，减少临床并发症。
The Effect of Outdoor Recreational Areas on Public Health: A Systematic Review
Authors: Ekinci Nurullah Emir
Published: September 2024

This systematic review aims to assess studies over the past five years (2018–2023) regarding the influence of outdoor recreation areas on public health. We aggregated data from a study encompassing 18 articles in the PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases, utilizing the keywords "open-air recreation areas," "public health," "physical health," "mental health," and "social well-being." Research indicates that outdoor recreational areas enhance mental health by reducing stress, foster social relationships among neighbors, and promote physical health by encouraging exercise. We advocate for the utilization of longitudinal and experimental designs in forthcoming studies to improve our understanding of the beneficial impacts of these domains on public health. A comprehensive analysis of the health effects of outdoor recreational areas necessitates a more in-depth examination of environmental and socioeconomic factors, alongside an increased volume of research targeting varied demographic groups.
Nefropatía relacionada con el colágeno IV en paciente adulto joven
Authors: Cazo Marta , Villalba Arnaldo , Delgado Nelly , López Mirian
Published: September 2024

Se presenta el cuadro clínico de una paciente de sexo femenino de 40 años de edad, con obesidad mórbida que debutó con un síndrome nefrótico, con deterioro de la función renal que progresó llegando a necesitar terapia de sustitución renal, coincidentemente con descompensaciones infecciosas, con serologías para cologenopatías negativas, anticuerpos ANCA P y C negativos serologías virales negativas, anti-PLA2R negativos, se realizó biopsia renal donde se constató a la microscopia electrónica fusión de pedicelos y una membrana basal glomerular adelgazada, sin alteraciones oculares ni hipoacusia, sin el síntoma predominante de hematuria, llegando a un probable diagnóstico de una asociación de Nefropatía relacionada al colágeno tipo IV más una podocitopatia.
Sosialisasi Penggunaan Aplikasi Canva pada Guru SDN Cidokom Gunung Sindur Bogor
Authors: Bakhtiar Muhammad Yusuf , Triyadi  , Sihombing Abeputra
Published: September 2024

Canva merupakan suatu tools desain grafis untuk membantu dalam pembuatan desain kreatif yang mudah digunakan untuk semua kalangan. Dalam kegiatan ini, dilaksanakan pelatihan pembuatan media pembelajaran menggunakan Canva bagi guru-guru SDN Cidokom Gunung Sindur. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan peserta dalam pembuatan media pembelajaran menggunakan Canva. Kegiatan ini terdiri dari 3 tahapan yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan serta evaluasi dan pelaporan. Tahap pelaksanaan dilakukan dengan metode ceramah interaktif dan praktik. Pemaparan materi dilanjutkan dengan praktik pembuatan media pembelajaran. Hasil dari kegiatan pelatihan menunjukan adanya peningkatan pemahaman dari 70% guru menjadi 90% guru yang sudah mengenal dan dapat menggunakan aplikasi Canva Pendidikan, jadi dapat disimpulkan ada peningkatan tentang pemahaman, sehingga kegiatan ini efektif dalam meningkatkan penggunaan teknologi dalam Pendidikan.
Comparative Immune Profiles: Platelet-to-Lymphocyte and Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratios in Preeclampsia versus Healthy Women
Authors: Rana Mehwish , Maria Zulfiqar  , Bushra Iftikhar
Published: September 2024

Background & Objective: Pre-eclampsia is a hypertensive disorder linked with immune dysregulation and systemic inflammation in pregnancy. An elevated neutrophil count alongside a relatively stable lymphocyte count leads to an increased Neutrophil-to-Lymphocytic Ratio (NLR), serving as a parameter of widespread systemic inflammation. Platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR) is a also used as a hematological marker that reflects the balance between platelets and lymphocytes. A higher NLR and PLR may reflect increased endothelial activation and damage, contributing to the pathogenesis of preeclampsia. The objective of the present study was to compare the Neutrophil to lymphocytic ratio (NLR as well as platelet-to-lymphocytic ratio (PLR) between women affected by preeclampsia (PE) and those with uncomplicated pregnancies.
Methods: It was a cross-sectional comparative study. Fifty-five registered preeclamptic patients were enrolled as cases along with fifty-five healthy pregnant women. Total leukocyte counts, including neutrophils and lymphocytes as well as platelet count, were calculated using an automated hematology analyzer, and the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) as well as Platelet to Lymphocyte ratio were subsequently calculated.
Results: Higher value of TLC and neutrophils were recorded in pre-eclampsia. The normotensive women had higher platelet as well as lymphocyte count. NLR was significantly high in the preeclampsia contrary to PLR ratio that showed a higher value in normotensive pregnancies.
Conclusions: In conclusion, our study highlights significant alterations in the immune-inflammatory profile of patients with preeclampsia compared to controls. The observed high neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and low platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR) suggest a distinct systemic inflammatory response associated with preeclampsia.
Comparison of Serum Vitamin D Levels Between Asthmatics and Healthy Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Saeed Khan Huma , Waseem Hafiz Muhammad , Salam Asma , Ahmad Fareena
Published: September 2024

Background & Objective: Serum vitamin D3 plays a pivotal function not solely in managing mineral homeostasis but also in modulating allergic reactions, cancer and autoimmune diseases. It manages over 200 genes, thus governing cell replication, apoptosis and differentiation. Deficiency of Vitamin D3 in asthmatics is significantly correlated with increased airway sensitivity, impaired pulmonary functions, reduced management of asthma and insensitivity to corticosteroids. This research aimed to determine and compare serum levels of vitamin D3, counts of inflammatory cell, and lung function indices between asthmatics and healthy subjects in Lahore.
Methods: This was an observational and cross-sectional study executed at the University of Health Sciences, Lahore, over a 1-year span, involving 60 asthmatic patients as sample and 30 healthy controls. Following a desired clinical assessment, pulmonary function evaluation was conducted using a spirometer, and blood samples were collected for the analysis of inflammatory cell counts and serum levels of vitamin D3. All data were inputted and examined utilizing SPSS version 22. The Kruskal-Wallis test was employed to compare differences in group medians. For Pairwise comparison of groups Mann Whitney U test was applied. A p-value of < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.
Results: The serum vitamin D3 levels were significantly lower among asthmatics compared to controls. Additionally, all participants, including normal controls, exhibited severe vitamin D3 deficiency. Moreover, asthmatic subjects showed a significant decrease in lung function parameters.
Conclusion: The vitamin D3 levels were significantly lower in asthmatics compared to the controls.
Well-posedness of the Tricomi Problem for the Multidimensional Lavrent'ev-Bitsadze Equation
Authors: Aldashev Serik
Published: September 2024

Numerous applications in physics and engineering involve models with partial differential equations of mixed type. The theory of boundary-value problems for such equations in two dimensions has been well studied. However, the key problem of well-posedness of mixed problems for such equations in multidimensional bounded domains remains currently unsolved. This paper establishes a mixed domain in which the solution of the Tricomi problem for the multidimensional Lavrent'ev-Bitsadze equation has a unique classical solution.
Current understanding of modulated electro-hyperthermia in cancer treatment
Authors: Kim Sungmin , Yu Jesang , Kang Jihun , Kim Yunkyung , Ko Taek Yong
Published: September 2024

Traditional hyperthermia involves increasing the temperature at the tumor site to above 39 ℃, inducing death in cancer cells. Although hyperthermia is an effective cancer treatment, its clinical application has decreased due to potential complications, including damage to surrounding normal tissue. In recent years, modulated electro-hyperthermia (mEHT) has emerged as an effective and safe treatment modality. mEHT selectively heats tumor cells to 42–43 °C, while reducing the average temperature in the treatment area, including the surrounding normal tissue, compared to conventional methods. Additionally, mEHT may be used in combination with systemic chemotherapy and radiation therapy in tumor treatment, providing a synergistic effect to increase efficacy. As chemotherapy and radiation therapy technologies advance, the application of combined mEHT may improve clinical outcomes. In this study, we review and discuss reports on the clinical outcomes of mEHT combined with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy, which are established anticancer treatments.