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Antimicrobial Effect of Dental Adhesive on Cariogenic Multi-Species Biofilm
Authors: Thaweboon Sroisiri , Saito Takashi , Mateekusontan Sirilak , Thaweboon Boonyanit
Published: March 2024

Dental caries, or tooth decay, is one of the most widespread chronic and multifactorial diseases affecting people worldwide. It is described as the localized destruction of tooth structure by acids produced from bacteria fermentation of edible carbohydrates. The disease process begins within the bacterial biofilm on the surfaces of the teeth. Streptococcus sanguinis, Sreptococcusgordonii, and Streptococcus mutans are the main organisms in the biofilm associated with health or disease conditions in the oral cavity. Streptococcus mutans is believed to be the primary cause of enamel demineralization and the development of dental caries. S. gordonii and S. sanguinis belong to a group of streptococci considered health-related commensal oral bacteria, crucial for forming a biofilm on oral hard tissues. Several types of materials with multipurpose characteristics have been incorporated into dental adhesives. Recently, the calcium salt of an acidic monomer (calcium salt of 4-methacryloxyethyl trimellitic acid, or CMET) has been included in dental adhesive and demonstrated to suppress cariogenic biofilm formation of S. mutans. However, using a single-species model may not mimic the intricate antagonistic and synergistic relations that occur in oral biofilms. Therefore, the effect on cariogenic multi-species biofilm was assessed in this study. Dental adhesive consisting of CMET and 10-methacryloyloxydecyl dihydrogen calcium phosphate (MDCP) (Bio-Coat CA) was spread over the flat-bottom surface of the 96-well plate and LED light-cured. Then it was coated with sterile saliva at 37 °C for 45 min to form an acquired pellicle for microbial attachment. The multi-species bacterial suspension containing Streptococcus mutans ATCC 25715, Streptococcus sanguinis ATCC 10556, and Streptococcus gordonii ATCC 10558 was prepared and added to the saliva-coated well. Then, the plate was incubated at 37°C in a 5% CO2 atmosphere for 24 h, 48 h, and 72 h to support the biofilm formation. The number of vital bacteria in the biofilm was determined with the WST-8 Microbial Cell Counting Kit (Dojindo Molecular Technologies, USA). All tests were done in triplicate and repeated three times. For statistical analysis, Kruskal-Wallis and Dunn’s tests were employed. The results showed that at 24 h, 48 h, and 72 h, dental adhesive with CMET could inhibit the biofilm formation of multi-species bacteria significantly compared with controls. The percentages of biofilm inhibition were 29.1%, 34.7%, and 33.2% at 24 h, 48 h, and 72 h, respectively. Dental adhesive containing CMET displayed favorable multi-species biofilm-inhibiting effects up to 72 h of biofilm growth. It is a promising adhesive for use to prevent secondary caries at the sites of restorations.
Performance Optimization of Supercapbattery with Porous Modification on Silicon as Anode and Cathode Based on Al2O3/CuCrO2
Authors: Nurul Hidayah Ade Siyanti , Diantoro Markus , Nasikhudin Nasikhudin , Sendari Siti , Aturroifah Nuviya Illa Muthi , Meevasana Worawat , Maensiri Santi
Published: March 2024

The development of the supercapbattery has become the focus of energy storage research due to their potential to increase energy and power density. This research is focused on developing a modification of silicon (Si) porous as an anode with Al2O3/CuCrO2/AC composite as a cathode of supercapacitor. These electrodes were synthesized using LA133 binder with deionized water as solvent. The supercapacitor electrode uses an aluminum foil substrate, while the Si electrode uses a cupper foil substrate. The structural and morphological characterization of the electrodes were identified through XRD, FTIR, and SEM tests, while the electrochemical performance characterization using Galvanostatic Charge-Discharge (GCD) instruments. The results of XRD data analysis of thin film electrodes of supercapacitor showed diffraction peaks which indicated the phases Al2O3/CuCrO2/AC and Si porous. The absorption functional groups of Al2O3/CuCrO2/AC and Si porous were identified through FTIR characterization. The results of SEM showed the addition of CuCrO2 and structure modification of silicon into porous caused increasing value of porosity. The electrochemical performance of the optimum point at Al2O3/CuCrO2/AC condition, showing a specific capacitance of 50.3 F/g, an energy density of 36.499 Wh/kg, and a power density of 433.6 W/kg. The combination of Al2O3/CuCrO2/AC//Si Porous 16 for supercapbattery devices shows performance with a specific capacitance of 14.4 F/g, an energy density of 6.1 Wh/kg, and a power density of 33.6 W/kg. These results indicate an increase in electrochemical performance compared with Si anodes without modification.
Physical and Optical Properties of CeF3 Doped with Aluminium Fluorophosphate Glasses
Authors: Panggabean Jonny Haratua , Simamora Pintor , Rajagukguk Juniastel , Sarumaha Chayani S. , Kaewkhao Jakrapong
Published: March 2024

Glass doped with cerium is an attractive material for a variety of applications. The aluminium fluorophosphate glasses were made by the conventional melt-quenching technique. The glass samples were characterized by density, refractive index, FTIR and photoluminescence spectra. The density was shown to increase, but refractive and molar volume were shown to decrease. The FTIR spectra of these glasses showed mainly [PO3] and [PO4] structural units. Transparency of the glass samples is demonstrated by a transmission intensity in the 70-80% range. Regarding the optical properties, under 307 nm excitation, the emission peak around 348 nm of the CeF3-doped aluminium fluorophosphate glasses was confirmed. The emission would be due to the 5d→4f transitions of Ce3+ ions.
Tailoring Structure-Dominated Mechanical Properties of Poly(L-Lactide Acid) Monofilaments via Controllable Molecular Relaxation
Authors: Liu Jin Bo , Zhang Chen , Hu Xue , Cheng Jie , Ni Zhong Hua , Zhao Gu Tian
Published: March 2024

Controllable mechanical properties of highly performed Poly (L-lactide acid) (PLLA) monofilaments with oriented molecular structure could widen their applications, especially in biomedical field. Herein, different heat treatments were applied to regulate the degree of molecular relaxation of oriented PLLA monofilaments to tune their mechanical properties. These filaments were manufactured by melting spun and solid-state drawing processes. Then, they were processed by different heat treatments, including annealing, normalizing, and quenching. As the cooling time extension, an obvious molecular orientation loss in filaments happened and increased regularly, and it could reach up to about 35.1% maximumly. However, molecules only in crystal phase were limitedly affected. As a result, mechanical performances of these filaments exhibited a corresponding change after heat treatments. Young’s modulus and elongation at break were promoted after all kinds of post-processes and increased with longer cooling time gradually. But breaking strength showed a contrast change. It means that different heat treatments could be effective avenues to control mechanical properties of oriented PLLA materials by altering the orientation structure.
Preparation of Polycurcumin-Modified Graphite Electrode via Electropolymerization and its Application for Determining Cd2+
Authors: Marwati Siti , Prodjosantoso Anti Kolonial , Padmaningrum Regina Tutik
Published: March 2024

The graphite electrode was changed by applying cyclic voltammetry to electropolymerized curcumin. Then, the polycurcumin-modified graphite electrodes (GECU) were used to determine Cd2+ concentration. The results showed that the GECU electrodes had higher electrocatalytic activity toward Cd2+ than bare graphite electrodes. Furthermore, the effect of the scan rates showed that the electrochemical process controlling the redox behavior of Cd2+ on GECU is a diffusion-controlled electrochemical process. At Cd2+ ranging from 0.22 to 11.03 ppm, the relationship between oxidation peak current (Ip) and Cd2+ concentration follows the linear regression equation of Ip = 73.024[Cd2+] + 722.02 (μA, R2 = 0.9936). It means that under experimental conditions, an increase in Cd2+ from 0.22 to 11.03 ppm can increase the Ip value. On the other hand, At Cd2+ ranging from 11.03 to 55.07 ppm, the relationship between Ip and Cd2+ concentration follows the linear equation of Ip = 24.227[Cd2+] + 1212.6 (μA, R2 = 0.9920). The LOD and LOQ were determined at low Cd2+ concentrations, namely 0.86 ppm, and 2.84 ppm, respectively. Furthermore, the suggested modification has been used successfully and with satisfactory recoveries to determine the presence of Cd2+ in laboratory liquid wastewater.
Experimental Characterisation of BGBC OTFT for Indoor CO2 Gas Sensing
Authors: Zailan Mohamad Nasyran , Ismail Khadijah , Syaripuddin Murniati , Mohd Sabri Mohd Salman
Published: March 2024

Global warming is a concern nowadays due to excessive release of harmful gasses to the environment, leading to greenhouse effect phenomena worldwide. Based on the data provided by global pollution agencies, the release of greenhouse gasses to the atmosphere is the main cause of pollution and the increase in atmospheric temperature due to warming. Greenhouse gasses (GHGs) contents released to the environment is worrying, with carbon dioxide (CO2) is reported at the highest concentration compared to other gasses. There are many studies conducted to develop and evaluate the performance of harmful gas sensors incorporating inorganic and organic semiconductive materials. Organic semiconductors (OSCs) are environmentally friendly materials, relatively cheaper technology, and comprised of a wide range of materials with good carrier mobility. Therefore, in this work, Organic Thin Film Transistor (OTFT) is developed for gas sensor application. As global warming is becoming more serious, this solution is instead a sustainable solution to the environment, as organic molecules which are held together via Van der Waals bond are easily processed via low-temperature deposition and solution processing as compared to more complicated processes involved in conventional inorganic counterpart. In addition, the developed sensor is generally robust due to the ability to withstand high humidity conditions and can be fabricated on flexible substrates. In this work, suitable materials are identified in basic OTFT construction, which are the electrodes, dielectric and substrate. The scope is mainly focusing on the development of bottom gate OTFT construction, incorporating p-type active material which are Trisisopropylsilylethynyl Pentacene (TIPS Pentacene), Aluminium (Al) as drain and source electrodes, PEDOT: PSS as gate electrode and Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) as gate dielectric. The materials in bottom gate bottom contact (BGBC) configuration, fabricated via screen printing technique is experimentally tested towards CO2 detection. CO2 is initially detected at 1618 ppm with contact resistance of 15 kΩ, and at 10 ml/minute flow rate, the developed configuration is demonstrated able to achieve sensitivity of 2.069 Ω/ppm. In conclusion, the studied BGBC OTFT has demonstrated suitability and applicability in CO2 gas sensing for sustainable environmental condition monitoring, that could lead to safer environment for the living things on earth. With the proposed dimensions, in the future it is possible to proceed with this work to be fabricated by using more advanced techniques such as photolithography and many others.
Undergraduates’ Perspectives on Promoting Pleasure Reading Facilities in University Libraries: A Case Study
Authors: Perera K. K. N. L. , Somaratna S. D.
Published: March 2024

Pleasure reading refers to free, voluntary, and non-goal-oriented reading that provides enjoyment or pleasure to the reader. The promotion of pleasure reading is not typically considered a priority in most university libraries. However, recent studies strongly suggest that pleasure reading can have significant, positive impacts on the overall performance of university library users. This study presents undergraduates' perceptions of pleasure reading facilities at the main library of the University of Colombo, as well as their expectations regarding the promotion of these facilities. The results of this study demonstrate a significant population of pleasure readers with diverse reading habits. Most pleasure readers are frequent readers (74.6%, n=209). Novels are the most popular type of reading material (77.5%), followed by non-fiction and short stories. Realistic fiction (33.3%) is the most popular genre among them, followed by fantasy and mystery. A majority of pleasure reading undergraduates have a very positive perception of the benefits of pleasure reading. The three most accepted benefits of pleasure reading were; pleasure reading helps to relax, gives enjoyment and helps to escape from routine work. Most of the participants believe that the promotion of pleasure reading should be a priority for a university library. Among all the facilities related to pleasure reading at the Main Library of the University of Colombo, most of the readers have rated the suitable library environment and the availability of a supportive staff. Pleasure readers prioritize suggested initiatives such as displaying new arrivals and implementing a Readers' Advisory Service to promote pleasure reading in the library.
An actuarial comparison of loss-ratio-Bornhuetter-Ferguson and classical chain ladder techniques in insurance loss reserving: A computational approach
Authors: Michael Ogungbenle Gbenga
Published: March 2024

An insurance firm promises to reimburse benefits to the insured when unforeseen events evolve. When such contingencies arise, the underwriter has a liability to pay the claim through loss reserving techniques. The estimation of such loss reserving should be technically performed so the insurance firm will not run into a loss. This study aims to (i) estimate the Bornheutter-Ferguson reserve and the inverse of its development factor λn under the aegis of the loss ratio framework. (ii) numerically estimate the chain ladder reserve and final losses, (iii) estimate the Ratio of cumulative payments in successive development periods, and (iv) demonstrate to professional insurance firms how to use these techniques in practice. These techniques evaluated through some run-off loss matrix can be employed to estimate technical provisions for the outstanding claims. Computational evidence from our results over the periods analyzed confirms that on the assumption of 0.9 the loss ratio, the Bornheutter- Ferguson technique as an actuarial extension of the chain ladder method numerically presents a lower reserve value than the corresponding chain ladder reserve, and hence CLreserve=249,811.708>BFreserve=86,612.58.
Evaluation of diagnostic and therapeutic delay in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis
Authors: Iacovantuono M. , Ferrigno S. , Conigliaro P. , Triggianese P. , D’Antonio A. , Spinelli F.R. , Bergamini A. , Chimenti M.S.
Published: March 2024

Objective. A monocentric cross-sectional study recruiting rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) patients residing in the Lazio region, Italy, to assess factors related to diagnostic delay and treatment accessibility.
Methods. Clinical/serological data, including the time between symptom onset, diagnosis, and the beginning of treatment, were collected. Residence, referral to a rheumatologic center, physician who made the diagnosis, and previous misdiagnosis were also evaluated.
Results. A higher diagnostic delay (p=0.003), and time between symptom onset and the start of I-line therapy (p=0.006) were observed in PsA compared to RA. A delayed start of II-line therapy was observed in RA compared to PsA (p=0.0007). Higher diagnostic delay (p=0.02), and time between symptom onset and the start of conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (csDMARDs) (p=0.02) were observed among residents of small-medium cities for both groups. Patients who have been diagnosed by another physician rather than a rheumatologist had a longer diagnostic delay (p=0.034) and a delayed start of I-line therapy (p=0.019). Patients who received a different previous diagnosis experienced greater diagnostic delay (p=0.03 and p=0.003) and time of start of csDMARDs (p=0.05 and p=0.01) compared with those receiving RA or PsA as the first diagnosis. PsA had a delay in starting targeted synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (p=0.0004) compared to RA. Seronegative RA had delayed diagnosis (p=0.02) and beginning of therapies (p=0.03; p=0.04) compared to seropositive ones.
Conclusions. According to our results, greater diagnostic delay was found in PsA compared to RA, in patients living in small-medium cities, in those who did not receive the diagnosis from a rheumatologist, in those who were previously misdiagnosed, and in seronegative RA.
Emerging technologies in information systems project management
Authors: Choquehuanca-Sánchez Ana María , Kuzimoto-Saldaña Keiko Donna , Muñoz-Huanca Jhonatan Rubén , Requena-Manrique Dennis Gerardo , Trejo-Lozano Rodrigo Antony , Vasquez-Martinez Josemaria Isimer , Zenozain-Gara Edy Guillermo , Marín Rodriguez William Joel
Published: March 2024

The article discusses emerging technologies in information systems project management. Project management is a modern discipline that began to take shape from 1900 and has evolved and adapted to the needs of society and business. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented and virtual reality, and process automation are transforming the way information systems projects are managed. These technologies can be used to analyze large amounts of data, ensure data integrity and security, visualize a project's design and perform virtual testing, and automate tasks to reduce project time and cost. It is important for companies to be aware of these technologies and use them effectively to improve the efficiency and profitability of their projects.
Integration and Innovation Path Analysis of Enterprise Marketing Data Management Based on Deep Learning
Authors: Wang Xiaofeng
Published: March 2024

INTRODUCTION: To explore the integration and innovation path of enterprise marketing data management based on deep learning to adapt to today's competitive business environment. With the continuous development of information technology, enterprises are faced with a large amount of marketing data, and how to efficiently manage and integrate these data has become an essential issue for enterprises to improve their market competitiveness. Deep learning, as a necessary technical means of artificial intelligence, provides enterprises with more intelligent and precise data processing tools.OBJECTIVES: The primary purpose of the study is to solve the problems of marketing data management in traditional enterprises and to achieve better integration and management of data through deep learning technology. Specifically, the goal is to explore the potential of deep learning in improving data processing efficiency and accurately analyzing user behavior and trends. By achieving these goals, organizations can better understand market needs, develop more effective marketing strategies, and stand out in a competitive marketplace.METHODS: This study adopts a comprehensive approach, including a literature review, case study, and empirical analysis of deep learning algorithms. First, the main issues of current enterprise marketing data management and the latest progress in deep learning were understood through an in-depth study of the literature in related fields. Second, several enterprise cases were selected to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and needs of enterprises in marketing data management through field research and data collection. Finally, a series of deep learning algorithms were designed and implemented to validate their effectiveness in real-world applications and analyze their impact on data integration and innovation paths.RESULTS: The results of the study show that deep learning has significant advantages in enterprise marketing data management. By using deep learning algorithms, enterprises are able to handle large-scale marketing data more efficiently and achieve intelligent data integration and accurate analysis. This not only improves the efficiency of data processing but also provides enterprises with deeper market insights that help develop more targeted marketing strategies.CONCLUSION: The results of the study are of guiding significance for enterprises to realize data-driven marketing decision-making, which provides strong support for enterprises to maintain their competitive advantages in the highly competitive market. Future research can further explore the application of deep learning in different industries and scenarios, as well as how to optimize deep learning algorithms further to meet the changing needs of enterprises.
The Image of an Attorney as Illustrated in the Works of Polish Poets and Political Writers in the 16th–17th Centuries
Authors: Górski Kacper
Published: March 2024

The article presents the image of an attorney as characterized in Old Polish literature from the 16th and 17th centuries. It reflected, to some extent, the attitude of the people of the time (primarily the nobility) towards the legal profession. There is no doubt that the perception of attorneys by Old Polish society was unequivocally negative. They were portrayed as greedy, dishonest men, liars with no respect for the law and even instigators of non-compliance with the law. Literary works and political writings broadly condemned such behaviors. However, this stereotype applied only to professional attorneys-at-law. By no means were non-professional agents (attorneys in fact) attacked, nor was the institution of the power of attorney itself criticized. It seems that this sort of critical attitude was not estate-based (many attorneys were noblemen), although it is possible that the low descent of lawyers influenced the virulence of the criticism. The paper attempts to answer the question as to what extent the literary image of an attorney corresponded to reality. It seems that the works comprised objective reflections on the legal profession and the emotional attitudes of individuals (including the authors themselves) or social groups. It is noteworthy that these pieces of literature often regarded the entire Polish legal system of the time as dysfunctional. Nevertheless, the recurrence of motifs such as greediness or dishonesty gives reason to believe that at least some of these allegations were not unfounded. At the same time, it should be noted that this image of a lawyer corresponded with the stereotype present in European and non-European culture from antiquity to contemporary times.
Soviet Criminal Law in the Eyes of a Gulag Prisoner: Alexandr Solzhenitsyn’s Lecture on Criminal Law in Light of “The Gulag Archipelago”
Authors: Lityński Adam
Published: March 2024

In his monumental non-fiction book, The Gulag Archipelago, Nobel Prize-winning author Alexandr Solzhenitsyn illustrates real events in Soviet labor camps in literary form. The depiction of EVIL is shocking. The totalitarian Soviet regime subjected millions of people to a horrific fate. As is generally well-known, A. Solzhenitsyn spent eight years in a Soviet concentration camp. Mass terror was the essence of Soviet totalitarianism. A. Solzhenitsyn included a lecture on Soviet criminal law in his book, stressing the importance of Article 58 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic of the Soviet Union in authorizing this terrorism. Solzhenitsyn himself was not a lawyer. However, his conclusions were very accurate. Article 58 of the Criminal Code, which consisted of seventeen paragraphs, defined “counter-revolutionary offenses”. They were obviously punished most severely. Article 58 became a weapon of terror for the Soviet authorities, who used it to convict millions of innocent people.
Conciencia social y cambio en los modos de vida campesino en el Totonacapan
Authors: López Lobato Eloy , Díaz Orea Elizabeth
Published: March 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo exponer la necesidad imperante de la construcción de la conciencia social y el fortalecimiento de los sujetos sociales que, a partir del sueño y la esperanza construyen cambios en los modos de vida de la sociedad campesina, desde la perspectiva metodológica de la investigación acción participativa. Propicia la reflexión a partir del trabajo realizado con campesinos de la región del Totonacapan, al norte del estado de Veracruz. Respecto de los resultados encontramos que las familias se encuentran fuertemente condicionados por la lógica de la acumulación del capital, donde los valores más elementales de una sociedad son permeados por la cosificación y mercantilización que derivan en la degradación ambiental. En las conclusiones, encontramos que los campesinos motivados por la esperanza, y la fuerza como voluntad, inician el cambio en el sujeto mismo, al romper la heteronomía, que ejerce la ilusión de la vida modera como única vía a la prosperidad, donde la esperanza y la conciencia social son producto y producentes de procesos de cambios que demandan el fortalecimiento de los sujetos desde la identidad y dignidad humana.
HUMAN PAPILOMA VIRUSES DETECTION IN ADOLESCENT WOMEN WITH ABNORMALN CYTOLOGY IN CROATIA
Authors: Lepušić Dubravko , Radović-Radovčić Sandra , Vuković Ante
Published: March 2024

The association between certain human papillomaviruses (HPV) and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) is well documented, but still unknown among Croatian adolescent women. Women between the age of 15 and 20 with cytomorphologically abnormal smears (CIN I-IV) were tested for the presence of HPV. Consensus and specific primers were used in the polymerase  chain reaction (PCR to detect the most common types: 6, 11, 16, 18, 31 and 33. Beside low-risk HPV 6/11 (25.8%) the most frequently observed types were high-risk HPV types 16 (20.2%) and 31 (17.8%). Globally, the HPV positivity rate declines with age. The presence of HPV DNA significantly increased from 35.5 to 61.1% along with the severity of the cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN I-IV). HPV type 6/11 was strong associated with CIN I (33.8%), HPV type 31 with CIN II (22.9%) and HPV type 16 with CIN III (50%).
HEALTH STATUS AND HEALTH PRACTICES OF MONTENEGRIN FAMILY PHYSCIANS
Authors: Cojić Milena , Klisić Aleksandra
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Physicians have lower mortality rates than general population, but similar rates of chronic diseases.
Aim: The aim was to investigate health status and heath practices of family medicine doctors in Primary Health Care Center Podgorica, Montenegro and compare it to high school teachers.
Method: A total of 104 (69.3%) physicians and 40 teachers (50%) responded to a questionnaire about their health status and health practices.
Results: A total of 45% of practitioners and 45% of teachers self-reported at least one disease without significant difference in the incidence and type of disease (p=0.162). There was also no difference in using sick leave (p=0.633). Both groups tended to work when sick, but significantly more physicians worked when tired (p=0.026). Most of respondents were registered with a general practitioner, but only teachers tended to visit their physician when ill (p<0.001). Thirty minutes of daily physical activity was reported by 16.3% of the physicians and 15.0% of the teachers without a significant difference (p=0.915).
Conclusion: Compared to the teachers Montenegrin physicians have similar health status and health practices. However, physicians more often tend to work when they are tired and to selfcare when they are ill. Physicians need to pay attention to the lifestayle habits and to follow the recommendations for themselves what they provide to their patients.
PRAVOVREMENOST VAKCINACIJE PREVREMENO ROĐENE DECE
Authors: Rožek Mitrović Tanja
Published: March 2024

Prevremeno rođena deca su značajna populacija sa aspekta javnog zdravlja, morbiditeta i mortaliteta te je preventivni rad i vakcinacija od velikog značaja. Prevremeno rođena deca imaju veći rizik za pojavu neonatalnih i infektivnih bolesti,  zbog nezrelosti imunog sistema i slabog prenosa zaštitnih majčinih antitela. Mnoge infektivne bolesti mogu se sprečiti sprovođenjem vakcinacije. Međutim, najveći problem u zemlji i inostranstvu je neblagovremena i nepotpuna vakcinacija prevremeno rođene dece. Pregledom literaturnih podataka u ovom radu predstavljeni su načini i protokoli sprovođenja pravovremenosti vakcinacije prevremeno rođene dece, sa  ciljem efikasne prevencije zaraznih bolesti.
INTERNET KAO IZVOR INFORMACIJA RODITELJIMA DECE SA SMETNJAMA U RAZVOJU I / ILI HRONIČNIM BOLESTIMA
Authors: Ćeranić Isidora , Tomić Srđan , Slavković Sanela
Published: March 2024

Uvod: Istraživanja ističu ulogu interneta kao izuzetno važnog izvora informacija za roditelje dece sa smetnjama u razvoju i/ili sa hroničnim oboljenjima, što proizilazi iz njihove potrebe da pronađu specifične informacije u vezi sa zdravljem/stanjem i razvojem svoje dece.
Cilj rada: Cilj rada jeste utvrditi načine korištenja interneta od strane roditelja u procesu pronalaska informacija koje se tiču detetovog stanja ili zdravlja radi pružanja podrške detetu sa smetnjama u razvoju i/ili hroničnim bolestima.
Metode rada: Onlajn upitnik je popunilo 104 ispitanika starosti od 18-45 godina. Upitnik, dizajniran za potrebe ovog istraživanja, sadrži 35 pitanja organizovanih u pet delova: socio-demografski podaci o ispitanicima; podaci o detetu;  podaci o roditeljskim stavovima prema internet pretraživanju;  podaci o roditeljskim stavovima u vezi sa informacijama dobijenih od strane stručnjaka; podaci o društvenom okruženju roditelja.
Rezultati: Utvrđeno je da osnovne informacije koje pretražuju roditelji dece jesu informacije u vezi sa samim procesom rehabilitacije i postupanjem sa detetom. Pokazalo se da stručnjak od kojeg roditelji dobijaju najveći broj informacija jeste lekar. Ono što roditelji najviše cene kod stručnjaka jeste aktivno uključivanje roditelja u proces donošenja odluka u vezi sa detetom. Takođe, iskustva i preporuke ljudi iz okruženja imaju značajan uticaj na roditelje.
Zaključak: Neophodno je promovisati značaj otvorene komunikacije između stručnog lica i roditelja zasnovane na poverenju, informisanost i uključenost roditelja u sve segmente bavljenja  detetom.
MANAGEMENT OF CEREBRAL PALSY THROUGH THE CHILDHOOD: HOW DOES IT WORK IN SERBIA?
Authors: Dimitrijević Lidija
Published: March 2024

Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in childhood, with prevalence in the general population of 1.5 to 3.0 cases per 1000 live birth. The complete causal pathway to CP is unclear in approximately 80% of cases, but risk factors can often be identified from history of conception, pregnancy, birth, or post-neonatal period. CP is not just a physical disability, so comorbidities are commonly present. It is not only the physical development that is at risk, but also the optimal development of children with CP as a whole, including their psychological, social, emotional and cognitive development. CP impacts not only the child, but also the whole family, in a complex, long-term and multi-factorial manner. Historically, the diagnosis has been made between the ages of 12 and 24 months, but now it can be made before 6 months corrected age. Early diagnosis includes neuroimaging, neurological and motor assessments. Early diagnosis is crucial for immediate referral to specific early intervention, which is very important for optimizing infant`s motor and cognitive plasticity, as well as for preventing secondary complications. CP is a life-long condition, and the treatment is long-lasting. Physical therapy takes a central place in managing CP. It focuses on function, movement, and optimal use of the child`s potential.
KLIPPEL FEIL SYNDROME AND ASSOCIATED ANOMALIES
Authors: Cokić Bojana
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Klippel-Feil syndrome (KFS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by abnormal the development of the cervical spine, which leads to the fusion of two or more cervical vertebrae. Incidence is 1:40 000 - 42 000. Inheritance is usually autosomal dominant. The gene mutation is most often found on the long arm of chromosome 8q22.1.The syndrome was first described by French physicians, Maurice Klippel and André Feil in 1912 with the classic clinical triad of manifestations consisting of a low posterior hairline, short neck, and limited neck range of motion. There may be skin folds on the neck - Pterygium colli, and the shoulder blades are high - Sprengel Deformity. Scoliosis is often present. Accompanying, hidden anomalies may be more important than neck deformity. A clinical finding with an objective examination is sufficient to suspect this syndrome. And then additional diagnostic methods are applied. Surgical intervention is carried out in the event of instability on the spine with the aim of eliminating it, as well as correcting scoliosis. Therapy of accompanying anomalies - kidney, neurological disorders, hearing disorders. Physical therapy is also recommended, which gives modest results. The life span of people with Klippel-Feil syndrome is shortened due to frequent anomalies of the internal organs.
Case report: The paper presents a girl aged 10 years and 10/12 months. Pronounced hypertelorism. On the upper lip, a scar after cleft lip and palate surgery, left. Teeth carious, irregularly arranged. Neck short with pterygium. Low hairline. Pronounced scoliosis. High position of the shoulder blades. Abdominal ultrasound shows agenesis of the right kidney. IVP - the right kidney is not shown, the left kidney is compensatory enlarged. A diagnosis of Klippel Feil syndrome was made in a tertiary institution. Parents refuse further tests and treatment.
Conclusion: In every child with Klippel-Feil syndrome, further examination and detection of accompanying, hidden anomalies that may be more important than the neck deformity is necessary.
ESTIMATING THE EFFECT OF TAXATION ON THE ECONOMIC GROWTH OF SIERRA LEONE USING A TIME SERIES ANALYSIS
Authors: Davies Desmond Emmanuel Adeshegun Songo , Heimoh Joseph M. B.
Published: March 2024

This study delves into the impact of taxation on the economic growth of Sierra Leone, aiming to establish a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationship between taxation and the country's economic trajectory. Employing time series data spanning from 1995 to 2022, the study utilizes the Auto Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) framework for analysis. Unit root analysis reveals that certain variables remain stable at levels, while others achieve stability at their first difference. The bound test cointegration results affirm the presence of cointegration, indicating a long-term relationship between taxation and economic growth in Sierra Leone. The study highlights the overall significance of explanatory variables in explaining Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The coefficient of determination indicates that 77.37 percent of GDP variation is explained by indirect taxes, other taxes, interest rates, and foreign direct investment. Notably, the coefficient of indirect taxes demonstrates a negative and statistically significant influence on short-term economic growth in Sierra Leone. In contrast, interest rates exhibit positive and individually significant effects on short-term economic growth. The findings suggest that indirect taxes in Sierra Leone stimulate consumption but reduce savings. Consequently, policymakers are urged to prioritize enhancing international relations to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and promote export activities, thereby bolstering export revenue and fostering economic growth.

 

JEL: O11, O23, H20, H22, C22, F21, E62

 

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THE EFFECT OF CREDIT TO THE PRIVATE SECTOR ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN SIERRA LEONE
Authors: Kamara Emmanuel Jam , Heimoh Joseph M. B. , Davies Desmond Emmanuel Adeshegun Songo
Published: March 2024

Economic growth is important for poverty reduction, and it is of interest to all policymakers. Also, finance is important for boosting investment and hence growth and it takes various forms. The study therefore investigates the effect of bank credit to the private sector on economic growth in Sierra Leone. The study uses aggregate amount data on real Gross Domestic Product (GDP), credit by banks, and other control variables for the period 1992 to 2022. Variables are tested for the existence of unit roots and the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) was used to test for cointegration and estimation of short-run and long-run models of growth. The results show that credit to the private sector has a positive effect on economic growth in Sierra Leone. Other results show that interest rates and inflation harm real GDP growth. The important policy implication is the need for the central bank to continue its financial stability efforts, the need for strengthened macroeconomic stability, and structural reforms that bind investment celebrate for more bank credit to the private sectors, in reducing to enhance growth.

 

JEL: O16, G21, E51, O55

 

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SOCIO-PRAGMATIC VARIATION IN CAMEROON FRENCH REQUESTS
Authors: Farenkia Bernard Mulo
Published: March 2024

This study investigated aspects of the requesting behaviour of Cameroonian French speakers. Based on examples produced by 81 French-speaking Cameroonian students, the analysis was devoted to request strategies across three situations, focusing on request strategy types, their linguistic realizations, pragmatic modifiers, as well as variation in the use of request patterns according to degree of familiarity, type of power relationship and type of imposition. The results reveal social variation regarding the frequency and use of direct or indirect request strategies and pragmatic modifiers (internal and external). It was also found that requests were predominantly introduced with attention-getters and/or greetings and that nominal address terms were used to soften or aggravate requests across the three situations.
 

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THE THOUGHT OF "INNER SAGE, OUTER KING" IN LE THANH TONG'S POEM PHONG NIEN IN VIETNAMESE MEDIEVAL LITERATURE
Authors: Trung Nguyen Van
Published: March 2024

Confucianism was introduced to Vietnam very early and its influence on Vietnamese society is relatively comprehensive. In Confucian philosophy, “inner sage, outer king” are considered an important ideological core, and are also the highest goal of self-cultivation for each Confucian scholar. Le Thanh Tong was a king who promoted Confucianism. He brought Confucianism to a unique position in Vietnamese feudal society during the Quang Thuan and Hong Duc periods. When absorbing the influence of Confucian ideology, Le Thanh Tong also thoroughly understood the content of "inner sage, outer king", thereby reflecting it through his compositions. Quynh Uyen Cuu Ca is known as a collection of poems including 9 excellent Chinese poems by Le Thanh Tong, and is also a very valuable poetic heritage of the author. In it, each poem expresses his views on the times, literature, and art. The thought of “inner sage, outer king” is expressed quite clearly by the author in this collection of poems. Although it does not cover all 9 poems, every time it is mentioned, the author emphasizes and boldly depicts it. The first poem and also typical for this thought is the poem Phong Nien.

 

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IMPACTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ON CONSUMER BEHAVIOR: A CASE STUDY IN DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
Authors: Soria Nickler John
Published: March 2024

The researcher aims to understand how the public perceives advertisements and the influence of social media influencers on consumer behavior in Davao City, Philippines. By using a quantitative research approach, they conducted a questionnaire survey using a snowball sampling method, involving 156 respondents, mainly cyber-consumers aged 17 and above. The study discovered that online word-of-mouth advertising significantly impacts consumers' decision-making processes, with social media influencers playing an important role in shaping consumers' views on products. This study adds to existing literature by providing notes on the impact of contemporary advertising and validating the effectiveness of social media influencer marketing in influencing consumer behavior.

 

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JOB STRESSORS AND PERSONALITY TRAITS AS CORRELATES OF JOB PERFORMANCE AMONG SENIOR STAFF OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTS EDUCATION AUTHORITIES, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Odaman Kate , Aluede Oyaziwo , Imhonde Henry O. , Osumah Obaze , Afen- Akpaida Justina Efe. , Efosa-Ehioghiren Augustina Izehiuwa , Agweda Polycarp
Published: March 2024

This study examined the correlation among job stressors, personality traits and job performance of senior staff of Local Government Education Authorities in Edo State of Nigeria. Three hundred and forty senior staff, obtained through purposive sampling technique participated in the study. The Job Stressors, Personality Traits and Job Performance Scale (JSPFJPS), which was validated content-wise adopted to generate requisite data for the study. The study found among others that relationships exist among job stressors, personality traits and job performance of local government education senior staff. It was recommended that there is a pressing need to counsel employees in countering negative personality traits in other to enhance effective job performance in the workplace; and that workshop and seminars on job stressors, personality traits and job performance should be regularly organized so that the public can gain better understanding of the existing relationships among job stress, personality traits, and job performance that interface with sustainable development.
 

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EFFET DE L’APPRENTISSAGE PAR LE JEU ET DES STRATÉGIES DE RÉGULATION DES ÉMOTIONS SUR L’ENGAGEMENT AFFECTIF CHEZ DES ÉLÈVES IVOIRIENS LORS DE LA PÉRIODE POST-TRANSITION PRIMAIRE-SECONDAIRE / EFFECT OF LEARNING THROUGH GAME AND EMOTION REGULATION STRATEGIES ON AFFECTIVE ENGAGEMENT AMONG IVORIAN STUDENTS DURING THE POST-PRIMARY-SECONDARY TRANSITION PERIOD
Authors: Grégoire Gala Bi Tra , Isidore Tra Bi Tra , Koffi Franck Gustave
Published: March 2024

L’étude a pour objectif d’examiner l’effet de l’apprentissage par le jeu et les stratégies de régulation des émotions sur l’engagement affectif chez des élèves ivoiriens lors de la période post-transition primaire-secondaire. 40 élèves de milieu défavorisé ayant participé à une activité de soutien à la transition scolaire ont été soumis à deux reprises (avant et après l’intervention) à l’échelle d’engagement affectif d’Archambault et al., (2009). Les stratégies qu’ils utilisent préférentiellement pour réguler leurs émotions dans diverses activités scolaires ont été répertoriées et classées fonctionnelles ou dysfonctionnelles selon leur fonctionnalité adaptative. Les résultats obtenus à l’aide du stata 16 indiquent que la participation aux activités d’apprentissage par le jeu crée un accroissement de l’engagement affectif chez les sujets qui utilisent les stratégies fonctionnelles et permet de ralentir le désengagement affectif chez les élèves qui utilisent les stratégies dysfonctionnelles pour réguler leurs émotions. Ces informations pourraient être exploitées par les intervenants dans le cadre de la prévention du décrochage scolaire en milieu défavorisé.

The aim of the study was to examine the effect of play-based learning and emotion regulation strategies on affective engagement in Ivorian students during the primary-secondary post-transition period. 40 students from disadvantaged backgrounds who had participated in a school transition support activity were tested twice (before and after the intervention) using the affective engagement scale of Archambault et al. (2009). The strategies they prefer to use to regulate their emotions in various school activities were listed and classified as functional or dysfunctional according to their adaptive functionality. The results obtained using the stata 16 indicate that participation in play-based learning activities creates an increase in affective engagement in subjects using functional strategies and slows down affective disengagement in students using dysfunctional emotion regulation strategies. This information could be used by practitioners to prevent school dropout in disadvantaged areas. 

 

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CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION: A SERIOUS THREAT TO GLOBAL SECURITY
Authors: Samiullah Mohammed , Khanum Roufa
Published: March 2024

Climate change and environmental degradation are significant threats to the survival of humanity. However, existing research focuses on the nexus between climate change and environmental degradation, highlighting the causes that strengthen the relationship. Despite experts expressing strong sentiments about the two phenomena being risks to global security, the assertions have drawn inadequate attention from scholars and practitioners, who prioritize illustrating the causes and impacts of climate change and environmental degradation instead. This narrative review aims to fill the gap by presenting evidence that affirms the theory about climate change and environmental degradation being primary security concerns for contemporary society. Climate change and environmental degradation cause security concerns through threats to military infrastructure and installations, depletion of resources leading to conflicts over disputed claims, and displacement of people, causing migration and refugees. Therefore, mitigating the causes of climate change is the most plausible strategy for reducing the threat to national and global security.
 

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THE PHILOSOPHICAL ASPECTS OF EYGENIOS VOULGARIS IN HIS TREATISE ON MUSIC. THE INFLUENCES OF ANCIENT GREEK PHILOSOPHERS AND WRITERS ON HIS THOUGHT
Authors: Nikolaou Eirini
Published: March 2024

The Treatise on Music by Eugenios Voulgaris is a short work of 28 pages that presents his views on the power, virtue, and use of music. The treatise reflects the spirit of the European Enlightenment. Rousseau and ancient Greek philosophers, such as Plato and Aristotle, are the basic sources for Voulgaris' Treatise. His views concern the importance of music on all living organisms, on all aspects of human life, on the praise of God, on education, on work, on intellectual entertainment, on therapy, and on social harmony. Music can also be an indicator of the spiritual and physical state of man. Furthermore, the Treatise on Music highlights the interest that existed at that time among enlightened people in art issues.
 

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Performance Analysis of Wireless Monitoring Control System for ESP in Cement Plants
Authors: DeKheel Taha N , O. Mustafa Mohammed , Marie Mehdi J
Published: March 2024

There is still a deficiency in the field of closedloop wireless control systems in terms of full real-time implementation and actualization. This paper explores the architecture, design, and implementation of Wireless Networked Control Systems (WNCS), emphasizing their operational problems. In particular, it investigates the implementation of an XBee platform-enabled Wireless Networked Control System to control an Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) model using PC connection. The architecture of this control system is client-server. A realworld case study about the planning, creation, and implementation of a wireless monitoring control system for ESP is carefully scrutinized and assessed. The True time 1.5 simulator is used to illustrate simulation results, which provide insight into how different system factors affect overall performance and stability. The article also highlights how to use Matlab and Simulink capabilities to improve ZigBee network utilization for comprehensive feedback WNCS.