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Real Estate Investment Capitalization Issues in Emerging Markets: Reflection on Capital Market Instruments
Authors: Nebo Loveline Ifeanyi , Egolum Charles Chukwunwike , Emoh Fidelis Ifeanyi
Published: January 2023

In spite of the potentials of the capital market, one wonders why the Nigerian real estate developer has not resorted to the use of capital market instruments for real estate financing. In light of the potentials of these instruments in real estate development financing, the study examines the issues bordering on real estate development financing using capital market instruments. Specifically, the study was guided by the following objectives: to ascertain the challenges associated with the funding of real estate development using capital market instruments in the study area, and to determine the prospects of capital market instruments in funding real estate development in the study area. The study area was the south-eastern geopolitical zone of Nigeria. A quantitative approach was chosen for this study. The population of the study was 245 comprising real estate investors\developers, Estate Surveying and Valuation firms, Primary and Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, Nigeria Stock and Exchange Commission, selected Academia of Estate profession in south East, Nigeria. The primary data collected through the questionnaire were analyzed and presented using charts, Binomial test of proportion and Z-approximation test. The study found seven (7) significant challenges associated with the capital market financing of real estate development in the study area; while six (6) significant prospects of capital market funding of real estate development in the study area were found. The study recommended that policies that will impact positively on the real estate development sector of the Nigerian economy as it concerns funding should be pursued with all the seriousness it deserves; and good regulatory environment should be provide with adequate safeguard to enable investors tap into the potentials of the capital market in financing real estate development.
Knowledge and Attitude of Meningitis Belt Country Passengers Arriving at King Abdul-Aziz International Airport – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia toward Ciprofloxacin as a Meningococcal Disease Prophylaxis
Authors: Alghamdi Mohammad Saad , Samman Ayman , Al Zahrani Wael , Qumri Fahad , Filmban Mohammad , Jewaeher Tariq , Alghamdi Musfer , Alzahrani Abdulaziz , Alghamdi Ghurmallah , Alkurmi Mohammad , Alaidrous Esraa , Alghamdi Osamah , Alzahrani Khalid
Published: January 2023

Abstract

Meningitis belt countries of sub-Saharan Africa are highly endemic of Neisseria meningitides. Passengers traveling from meningitis belt countries and arriving in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia should receive one dose of ciprofloxacin upon their arrival if they are not vaccinated with the quadrivalent (ACYW) conjugate meningococcal vaccine. This study aims to assess the knowledge and attitude of those passengers regarding the preventive measures taken at the point of entry toward meningococcal disease. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 394 passengers who arrived from meningitis belt countries in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia from April to June 2022.
The study shows that 51% of the participants were aware of the purpose of ciprofloxacin use, 64.7% of them were vaccinated with the meningococcal vaccine. About 77.2 % of the passengers were not informed about the preventive measures regarding meningococcal disease and the obligation of receiving ciprofloxacin if they are not vaccinated with conjugate type. The study finding demonstrates that there is a lack of information among the passengers who are arriving from meningitis belt countries regarding the preventive measures for meningococcal disease and it should be conveyed to them before the issuance of the visa in their home countries.

Keywords: Meningitis Belt Countries, Neisseria meningitidis, Polysaccharide meningococcal vaccine, Conjugate meningococcal vaccine, Ciprofloxacin.
LITERASI DIGITAL MAHASISWA PENGGUNA TIKTOK DI UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH CIREBON
Authors: Suhardiman Adam , Muhammad kamaluddin Muhammad kamaluddin
Published: January 2023

Literasi Digital memiliki peran penting di kalangan mahasiswa. Mahasiswa perlu lebih memahami tentang penguasaan Literasi Digital khususnya pada penggunaan berbagai aplikasi. Penelitian ini dilakukan agar dapat mengetahui kemampuan literasi digital mahasiswa Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon pengguna aplikasi TikTok. Selain itu juga, mengetahui kreativitas pembuatan dan penyebaran konten yang diunggah oleh para mahasiswa tersebut. Pendekatan kualitatif digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Data didapatkan melalui observasi, dokumentasi, studi literatur dan wawancara kepada beberapa informan. Para informan adalah mahasiswa Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon yang menggunakan aplikasi TikTok sebagai manifestasi kemampuan literasi digitalnya. Hasil penelitian ini diketahui bahwa literasi digital mahasiswa Universitas Muhammadiyah Cirebon dapat dilihat dalam berbagai kreasi konten yang mereka buat. Utamanya pada aplikasi TikTok, mereka membuat berbagai konten tematik sekaligus mempublikasikan kreasinya tersebut kepada khalayak pengguna TikTok lainnya. Sedemikian sehingga baik ragam unggahan konten semisal motivasi, edukasi, hiburan beserta capaian pemirsanya menjadi gambaran objektif mereka ihwal literasi digital.
LITERASI DIGITAL PELAKU UMKM DALAM UPAYA MENCIPTAKAN BISNIS BERKELANJUTAN
Authors: Agung Agung Sulistyo , Eko Yudiandri Tri , Ernawati Hani , Adianto
Published: January 2023

COVID-19 memberikan dampak bagi perkembangan bisnis di seluruh dunia, tidak terkecuali Indonesia. Beberapa dampak secara langsung dapat dirasakan, diantaranya: penurunan penjualan, melemahnya minat beli konsumen serta fokus pengelolaan yang kurang professional. Pelaku usaha di beberapa wilayah terpaksa menutup usaha mereka. Situasi tersebut tidak lepas dari kebijakan Pemerintah dalam menekan jumlah penyebaran kasus. Namun demikian, di sisi lain terjadi peningkatan penjualan melalui transaksi online. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif analisis. Pencarian data sekunder serta studi literatur melalui telaah jurnal yang berkaitan dengan penggunaan teknologi digital oleh pelaku usaha menjadi acuan. Penelitian ini menegaskan jika pandemi COVID-19 memberikan dampak terhadap perkembangan usaha. Berkaca pada situasi tersebut penggunaan teknologi digital menjadi implementasi strategi inovasi yang perlu dilakukan. Digitalisasi diperlukan dalam berbagai sektor, termasuk pelaku UMKM untuk dapat bersaing dan memenuhi kebutuhan serta harapan konsumen. Pelaku UMKM dalam prakteknya mengadopsi penggunaan perangkat dan alat digital untuk dapat memperluas aktivitas pemasaran dan menekan biaya pemasaran.
Assessment of the level of pollution of the snow cover with chemical compounds and elements in the territory of the Shelekhov district in Eastern Siberia
Authors: Lisetskaya Lyudmila G. , Shayakhmetov Salim F.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. In the zone of large industrial clusters of the Irkutsk region, pollution tracers are formed, which are characteristic of each territory. The study of the snow cover makes it possible to make an approximate assessment of the level of atmospheric air pollution in the winter period, as well as to determine the areas of dispersion of emissions. Materials and methods. In samples of melted snow, the main anions and cations characteristic of emissions from aluminum production were determined by photometric and titrimetric methods, turbidimetric, ionometric and atomic absorption analysis. A quantitative granulometric analysis of the composition of suspensions was carried out using a laser analyzer. Results. The distribution of particles according to the fractional composition in the districts of the city, differing in anthropogenic load, was studied. Submicroscopic particles up to 1 µm were found in all samples, while their share in the total number of particles was up to 2%. The proportion of particles up to 10 μm was 7-11%. The most predominant particle size is 10-50 microns, they account for 50% of suspensions in residential areas and up to 80% near the industrial area. It is shown that in the zone of influence of the transport highway, the content of sulfates, nitrates, calcium, and magnesium in the snow is increased. The content of fluorides, aluminum and beryllium in the snow cover is determined by the direction of the prevailing winds. Limitations. The limitation of the study is due to a samples located only in residential areas of the city and suburban agricultural territory for a one-year period (winter 2018-2019). In this article, we limited ourselves to the analysis of inorganic compounds only; the content of organic compounds is presented in another article. Conclusion. The study of the chemical composition of the snow cover in various functional zones of the city of Shelekhov allows us to conclude that the melt water of snow precipitation can be attributed to the hydrocarbonate-chloride calcium class with a high concentration of fluorides and nitrates. The nature of pollution of the urban environment is greatly influenced by emissions from industrial enterprises, vehicles and the economic activities of urban organizations. The overall pollution of the suburban agricultural area, despite the high frequency of wind in this direction, is significantly lower than in the residential area of the city. The prevailing winds contribute to the transfer of harmful substances over long distances, adversely affecting the ecosystems of the region.
Biotesting for the objectivization of the hygienic evaluation of the surface and underground drinking water sources
Authors: Gusev Yurij S. , Ivanov Dmitrij E. , Erdniev Leonid P. , Kuzyanov Dmitrij A. , Kosheleva Irina S. , Savina Kseniya A. , Mikerov Anatolij N.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. An algorithm for evaluating the hygienic safety of drinking water sources based on biotesting and studying sanitary and chemical indicators has been developed and tested. Materials and methods. The research methods included sanitary and chemical analysis of water samples, as well as biotesting methods using single-celled green alga Chlorella vulgaris Beijer and bull spermatozoa. Results. For experimental approbation of the developed algorithm for determining the hygienic safety of water based on a two-component system of express biotesting and measurement of sanitary and chemical indicators, 6 underground and 5 surface water sources were evaluated. The response of test objects indicating the presence of acute toxicity in water samples taken from surface and underground in many cases correlates with the excess of MPC for individual indicators identified by sanitary and chemical analysis. For two water samples, differences were found between the results of biotesting and sanitary-chemical analysis, and therefore it is necessary to conduct an extended toxicological and chemical assessment to identify the source of toxic effects. Limitations. The two-component test system cannot be used separately without sanitary and chemical analysis of water media. Conclusion. Biotesting can be an addition to sanitary and chemical analyses, showing the presence of toxic substances that are not in the list of mandatory indicators to be determined (according to MR 2.1.4.0176-20 (in Russian)).
Current status of hygienic regulation of laser radiation in the Russian Federation and abroad (literature review)
Authors: Pokhodzey Larisa V. , Paltsev Yury P.
Published: January 2023

Currently, in the Russian Federation, there have been approved regulatory and methodological documents which, unlike the previous SNiP No. 5804-91, have a number of significant drawbacks, their requirements often contradict each other, which does not always allow a fully adequate assessing safety modern sources of laser radiation at workplaces and in the environment. Abroad, hygienic regulation of laser radiation is carried out both at the national, and within international organizations. At the same time, the maximum permissible levels (MPL) contained in them in most normalized wavelength ranges are significantly softer than those established by SanPiN No. 1.2.3685-21, and, at the same time, they form the base of interstate GOSTs adopted in our country. The lack of a unified principle for determining the hazard classes of the generated laser radiation is also a problem for developers, users and specialists who ensure laser safety. A critical analysis of the current state of hygienic regulation of laser radiation in our country and abroad showed at present an extremely important and urgent task to be the development of new regulatory and methodological documents that summarize the extensive domestic and foreign research experience in this area, taking into account the scientific achievements of recent years, which will ensure the preservation of the health of persons exposed to laser radiation.
The effect of fine suspended particles in the atmospheric air on the formation and course of the T2 endotype of bronchial asthma: a case-control study
Authors: Fatkhutdinova Liliya M. , Skorokhodkina Olesya V. , Yapparova Laila I. , Khakimova Milyausha R. , Rakhimzyanov Alfrit R. , Ablyaeva Anastasiya V. , Noskov Aleksei I. , Gabidinova Gulnaz F. , Timerbulatova Gyuzel A. , Zalyalov Ramil R.
Published: January 2023

The aim of the study was to investigate the effect of fine suspended particles in the atmospheric air on the formation and course of allergic and non-allergic phenotypes of the T2 endotype of bronchial asthma (BA) using the case-control study. Materials and methods. BA patients were selected in the course of seeking medical help. The groups were formed on the base of matching criteria (gender, age, body mass index, level of education), supplemented by the collection of information about potential cofounders. Based on the data on monitoring the content of fine suspended particles in the atmospheric air of Kazan, the average annual and maximum concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 fractions were determined in the residential areas. The group of “cases” included forty patients with an allergic phenotype and 42 patients with an eosinophilic non-allergic phenotype of bronchial asthma, the control group included forty eight people. Additionally, sampling of atmospheric air was carried out using an 8-stage impactor to assess the content of bacterial endotoxin, and elemental composition. Results. Higher levels of pollution with fine suspended particles were demonstrated in the areas of residence of BA patients, comparing to the control group. An increase in the average annual concentration of the PM2.5 by 10 µg/m3 increases the odds of the eosinophilic non-allergic BA phenotype in adults by 4.76 times. The odds of the allergic phenotype of bronchial asthma increases in the presence of bacterial endotoxin - 1.32 times per 0.01 EU/m3 of endotoxin in the 3.2-18 µm size fraction. A more severe course of the eosinophilic non-allergic BA phenotype was noted at higher average annual concentrations of the PM2.5. The control of allergic asthma depends on the bacterial contamination of the aerosol. Limitations of the study are related to the use of geospatial approach to assess personalized average annual and maximum annual concentrations. Conclusion. The role of fine suspended particles in the atmospheric air in the development of bronchial asthma in adults has been shown. Various mechanisms were established to be involved in the formation of the clinical picture of the eosinophilic non-allergic and allergic phenotypes of bronchial asthma.
The prevalence and risk factors of the carpal tunnel syndrome in railway workers
Authors: Shirokov Vasily A. , Varaksin Anatoly N. , Kochurova Larisa L. , Terekhov Nikita L. , Lepilina Maria V.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. We conducted a comparative analysis of the prevalence and assessed risks of developing the carpal tunnel syndrome in relation to occupation, age, length of employment, and the body mass index for nine hundred twelve railway workers exposed to various occupational risk factors, including whole-body and local vibration, dynamic and static exercise, and hypodynamia. Materials and methods. The subjects were divided into three groups by working conditions. The first group included 304 drivers and their assistants, the second group was represented by 298 track fitters, and the third group consisted of 310 dispatchers. The carpal tunnel syndrome was diagnosed on the base of complaints, the clinical picture, an in-depth neural orthopedic examination according to a unified methodology, and electroneuromyography results. For statistical data analysis, descriptive statistics, logistic regression and comparison of shares based on the binomial distribution were used. Results. The risk of developing the syndrome in workers of all groups demonstrated a 1.65-fold gain for every 10 years of life. The highest prevalence of the disease was established among the track fitters (10.3 %). The odds of developing the syndrome increased by 1.17 and 1.19 times with a unit increase in the body mass index in the workers of the second and third groups, respectively. Cardiovascular diseases were found to have the greatest impact on the occurrence of the carpal tunnel syndrome in the workers of the third group (OR=8.58); their impact in other workers was weaker but always statistically significant. Limitations. The article has limitations on detailing working conditions of the groups under study. Conclusion. Our findings show in the group of drivers and their assistants, the highest risk of the carpal tunnel syndrome to be associated with the length of employment while in the groups of track fitters and dispatchers it was mainly determined by age and the body mass index, respectively.
Some aspects of the diagnosis of osteopenic syndrome in workers of vibration-hazardous professions
Authors: Klimkina Kristina V. , Lapko Inna V. , Bogatyreva Inessa A.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. The adverse effects of both production factors and the labour process affect the bone mineral density, increasing the risk of developing osteopenic syndrome in workers of harmful industries, which is an urgent social and hygienic problem due to the high prevalence and severity of medical and social consequences. Objective. The study of the state of bone tissue in miners whose occupational activities are associated with the impact of vibration (general and local). Materials and methods. For the period 2015-2022, there were examined three hundred twenty mining workers, whose activities were associated with exposure to general and local vibration (group 1). The average age of the workers was 46.64±2.33 years. The comparison group (Group 2) consisted of 290 men without identified pathology of the musculoskeletal system, not employed in production associated with exposure to general and local vibration and who gave voluntary consent to the study. The average age of the examined cases is 45.57±2.28 years. Markers of bone formation and bone resorption in body fluids were analyzed. The statistical data were expressed as an average value ± standard deviation. The differences were checked using the T-test. The values of p <0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results. The T-score in patients of group 1 ranged from -1 SD to -2.5 SD (-1.41±0.07*), which corresponded to osteopenia. Elevated levels of CRP (4.24±0.20 mmol/L), ESR (8.91±0.45 mm/h) and leukocytes (12.91±0.70×109 g/L) were revealed among patients of group 1. Changes in the state of calcium-phosphorus metabolism among patients of the 1st group were noted. The formation of osteopenic syndrome was accompanied by an imbalance between the processes of resorption and bone formation in group 1 patients (p<0.05). Limitations. The process under study was osteopenic syndrome, 310 workers - a quantitative parameter, mining production - a qualitative indicator. Conclusion. According to the results of laboratory and instrumental methods of research, osteopenic syndrome was revealed in workers in vibrio-hazardous occupations. Its early diagnosis, determination of a complex of specific treatment and rehabilitation techniques will prevent the progression of the pathological process and maintain professional orientation.
Immunochemical, cytogenetic changes and genetic polymorphism in children living under the exposure to unfavourable environmental factors
Authors: Bushueva Tatiana V. , Minigalieva Ilzira A. , Klinova Svetlana V. , Shaikhova Daria R. , Bereza Ivan A. , Amromina Anna M. , Mazhaeva Tatiana V. , Shtin Tatiana N. , Chernova Julia S.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. Studies of biomarkers of effects of susceptibility and sensitivity of the human body to exposure to environmental toxicants are a priority in the development of the hygiene science, individual predisposition to adverse effects of chemicals on DNA and the immune system being of special importance. The objective of our study was to assess immunochemical, cytogenetic changes and genetic polymorphism in children exposed to environmental hazards. Materials and methods. We examined immunochemical marker and functional metabolic changes in selected cells, indicators of the adaptive status of the body and xenogenic poisoning of children environmentally exposed to heavy metals. Gene polymorphism was determined by two detoxification genes (GSTP1 and SOD2). Poisoning was assessed by blood levels of heavy metals. Results. We revealed the presence of autoantibodies to the liver and nervous system in 100% of children. A low level of secretory IgA was observed in 27% of children. The salivary lysozyme level indicates a decrease in the protective function of local immunity by 37.9%. We established a direct relationship between the blood levels of heavy metals and genetic instability in somatic cells of the buccal epithelium. The Ile105Val polymorphism of the GSTP1 gene and the Ala16Val polymorphism of the SOD2 gene were found in 45.9% and 28.4% of children, respectively. Limitations. The paper presents the results of a survey of 3 to 6 years children with allergies attending one preschool. The absence of a control cohort prevents us from comparing our findings with those that could have been obtained for children without allergies and/or living in pollution-free areas. Conclusion. The immunochemical and cytogenetic changes, as well as the genetic polymorphism observed in children are most likely associated with adverse health effects of environmental hazards.
Evaluation of the cytotoxic combined effect of selenium and copper oxide nanoparticles in an acute experiment on rats
Authors: Ryabova Yuliya V. , Tazhigulova Anastasia V.
Published: January 2023

Introduction. In the scientific literature known to us, there are no experimental data on the combined human health effect of nanoparticles of selenium and copper oxides, the exposure to which is feasible in metallurgy. Materials and methods. The cytotoxic effect was modelled on outbred female rats by a single intratracheal instillation of suspended nanoparticles of selenium and copper oxides at a concentration of 0.25 mg/ml. Cytological and biochemical parameters of the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid were evaluated 24 hours after the administration of the suspension. Results. The response of the lower airways to the combined exposure to SeO and CuO nanoparticles was more pronounced than that to the exposure to either of them, thus indicating its higher cytotoxicity as judged by cytological and biochemical parameters of the bronchoalveolar lavage fluid. The combined cytotoxic effect of SeO and CuO nanoparticles was characterized by typological diversity. According to the overwhelming number of the parameters studied, the additive nature of the combined effect of high exposure doses of SeO and CuO nanoparticles was demonstrated. Limitations. The research was limited to the study of the main indicators of cytotoxic effects. Conclusion. To avoid underestimation of the cumulative health risk for workers in the chemical and slime shops of copper smelters, it is important to take into consideration the additive nature of the combined effect of toxicants under study.
The history of the Department of Occupational Hygiene of the Federal Scientific Center of Hygiene named after F.F. Erisman” of Rospotrebnadzor
Authors: Il’nitskaya Aleksandra V. , Lutsenko Lidiya A. , Sukhova Anna V.
Published: January 2023

The history of the creation of the Department of Occupational Hygiene of the Federal Scientific Center of Hygiene named after F.F. Erisman of Rospotrebnadzor dates back to 1942, when the subject of scientific research was devoted to the study of sanitary working conditions at defense industry enterprises and the development of personal protective equipment for workers. By 1950, the range of issues under study was expanded with initiation of the comprehensive clinical and hygienic studies in the mining, chemical industries, mechanical engineering and agriculture using hygienic, physiological, biochemical research methods, animal experiments. In 1960-1990, the research was carried out in areas including the study of working conditions, workers’ health and toxicological assessment of new substances in the chemical industry, study of the dust factor and occupational health issues in the coal and mining industries; study of the effects on the body of working physical factors (noise, vibration, ultrasound, magnetic fields) in industry and agriculture, study of working conditions, working and rest regimes with new technological processes and new forms of labour management. During the period of 1957-2001, employees of the Occupational Health Department developed 14 sanitary rules (SP) and sanitary rules and regulations (SanPiN), hygienic norms of infrasound and vibration in the workplace. Maximum permissible concentrations (MPC) in the air of the working area for 42 harmful substances, maximum permissible levels (MPC) of skin contamination of workers for 17 chemicals have been developed and approved, the toxicity of 35 different compounds has been studied. According to the results of the research, 45 candidate’s and 18 doctoral dissertations were defended. In the modern period, the accumulated experience of effective scientific activity of the Department of Occupational Hygiene has been mastered .and implemented by a new generation of researchers of the Department of Occupational Medicine of the Institute of Complex Hygiene Problems of the "Federal Research Center of Hygiene named after F.F. Erisman" of Rospotrebnadzor.
Impact of citizen participation in precarious housing resorption programs in Algeria (case of Sidi Slimane neighborhood, city of Boussaâda)
Authors: Yelles Abdellatif , Khalfallah Boudjemaa
Published: January 2023

Citizen and inhabitant participation in public interests has taken its importance over the last two centuries in Europe and the United States, and by the end of the 20th century, it had become central to debates around the issue of urban governance, social and urban development projects in particular. In recent decades, many countries have increasingly organizing collaborative governance, participatory budgeting and other models in which citizens can intervene more directly. It is emphasized that Algerian cities experienced a massive rural exodus during the 1990s for several reasons: insecurity, urban disparities and the attractiveness of services. This research studies the impact of citizen participation in programmers to reduce precarious habitat in the precarious neighborhood of Sidi Slimane in Boussaâda, a medium-sized city in the Algerian high plains. Since the end of the 1990s, this precarious neighborhood has undergone several operations aimed at improving its living environment, including the programme to reduce precarious habitat (PHR). The World Bank finances the latter in 2000, followed by a national programme of the same kind during the two decades that followed. Several modes, media and actors, essentially define citizen participation in these programmes: individuals, citizen entities, organizations and local authorities. In the field, it has been noted that each menu operation (rehousing, preservation, completion), is an experience conditioned by several dimensions (temporal, social, regulatory etc.). Therefore, the impact of citizen participation in these operations needs to be studied and arbitrated.
Between Anti-corruption and Access to the Legislative Process: A Glimpse into Lobbying Regulation in East Central Europe
Authors:   Ferenc Mádl Institute of Comparative Law (Budapest, Hungary), Kovács Bálint
Published: January 2023

Lobbying is usually associated with corrupt activities, but its regulation is viewed as an especially important tool for eradicating corruption. Nevertheless, countries seem to find it hard to grapple with the matter of regulating lobbying, demonstrated by the fact that such regulation is predominantly lacking worldwide. The paper presents a brief incursion into the field of lobbying regulation in several countries of East Central Europe: the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Slovenia. It delves into some of the specifics of each country’s regulation in this respect or the lack thereof, trying to make sense of the reasons why countries seem to struggle with this regulatory challenge. As a topic that has been marked as important by the European Commission in its Rule of Law Reports, the paper looks into the ways this issue has been approached by the aforementioned countries in the light of their membership of the European Union and the public opinion of their citizens.
The Law Applicable to Non-Contractual Obligations Arising from Copyright Infringements in the Light of the Rome II Regulation
Authors:   Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania, Department of Legal Science, Cluj-Napoca, Laczkó Réka ,   Babeș-Bolyai University, Faculty of Law, Cluj-Napoca,   Eötvös Lóránd University, Faculty of Law, Doctoral School
Published: January 2023

The intersection of intellectual property law and private international law has increasingly attracted the attention of commentators over the last thirty years. From the various intellectual property rights, copyright seems to cause the most challenging problems for scholars, legislators, and law enforcers thanks to its territorial yet universal nature and its widespread international and digital use. The main source of difficulties is the infringement of copyright and related rights in the context of online activities on the one hand, as these rights are automatically protected and yet territorial in nature. On the other hand, thanks to the ubiquity of the World Wide Web, infringing behaviour on the Internet and its consequences are usually omnipresent. The present study aims, therefore, to analyse the special conflict-of-law rule of the Rome II Regulation applicable to non-contractual obligations arising from the infringement of copyright and related rights.
Patología práctica
Authors: López Cervantes José Guillermo , Aguilar López Guadalupe Yazmin
Published: January 2023

El presente libro está pensado en proporcionar a los estudiantes de medicina, de forma amena, los fundamentos de los mecanismos de la enfermedad y sus manifestaciones en un formato atractivo y de fácil consulta. Se organiza en 10 prácticas en las que se ofrecen orientaciones sobre aspectos patológicos, así como diapositivas con ejemplos macroscópicos, histológicos y radiológicos. Bajo el enfoque de aula invertida, cada práctica está dividida en segmentos de trabajo donde el alumno toma un rol activo a través del aprendizaje basado en problemas, con el propósito de que adquiera habilidades de pensamiento crítico y realice el mejor manejo del problema de salud. Como conclusión, se incluye en cada apartado un cuestionario para evaluar la comprensión del tema. Dirigido a estudiantes, docentes y profesionistas de la salud en general, este texto constituye un excelente recurso de consulta, así como de guía para el diseño de una clase a nivel licenciatura.
FATORES QUE PIORAM A CESSAÇÃO DO ALCOOLISMO NO PACIENTE COM CIRROSE HEPÁTICA
Authors: Astigarraga Abreu Renatha , Alves Coimbra Chaves João Gabriel , Cardoso Pereira Cairo Henrique , Pereira Tavares Lucas , De Oliveira Cei Vítor , Gomes de Oliveira Gabrielly , De Oliveira Priscila Maria
Published: January 2023

Introdução: A cirrose hepática é uma das doenças de maior incidência no mundo, além de ser uma das principais causas de morte no Brasil. O abuso de bebidas alcoólicas pode levar a degeneração no fígado, acarretando tal agravo. Entretanto, foram identificados fatores que pioram a cessação do alcoolismo, visto que os aspectos biopsicossociais, intrínsecos e extrínsecos estão correlacionados à dependência alcoólica. Objetivo: Identificar os fatores que pioram a cessação do alcoolismo no paciente cirrótico. Métodos: As informações neste trabalho foram obtidas nas plataformas: Scielo, Google Scholar e PubMed. Resultados:  Um dos critérios para o transplante hepático é a abstinência alcoólica por no mínimo 6 meses. Levando em conta o contexto psicossocial relacionado ao paciente, é válido destacar que essa tarefa se torna desafiadora e litigiosa no pré e pós transplante hepático. Os fatores intrínsecos associados são: dependência alcoólica (craving), neuroticismo (raiva, depressão, hipomania ou mania, ansiedade, angústia), extroversão, abertura para experiência, negação do paciente alcoolista crônico em relação aos danos que o álcool tem em sua vida, carência de espiritualidade. Os fatores extrínsecos associados são: influência negativa dos amigos e familiares, questões econômicas (desemprego, fácil acesso à bebida alcoólica), exclusão social, tratamento farmacológico, e a falta de suporte e/ou adesão do suporte profissional. Conclusão: Conclui-se que os fatores intrínsecos e extrínsecos exercem influência direta sob a abstinência alcoólica em indivíduos. A piora da adesão a abstinência é contribuída por fatores psicossociais, devendo esses serem efetivamente enfrentados para que o transplante hepático possa ser findado de maneira coesa, evitando assim riscos.
Quantitative ABCD Analysis of Green Banking Practices and its Impact on Using Green Banking Products
Authors: Nandini Prabhu G. , Aithal P. S.
Published: January 2023

Purpose: The ABCD (Advantages, Benefits, Constraints, and Disadvantages) analysis framework assesses the usefulness of a thought or idea in a given situation. It looks into individual characteristics, system characteristics, and the effectiveness of a concept or plan. It was also examined to see if any constitutionally relevant traits were present. In the quantitative analysis using ABCD, each component key aspect of green banking products and its impact on usage intention can be awarded an appropriate score/weightage.
Design: Through the analysis of empirical data, the effectiveness of green banking services, and their effect on using green banking products, the ABCD analysis framework determines the appropriate score weighting that is assigned to all the important constituents under each variable. The total score of each construct is then determined through a focus group evaluation.
Findings: A business model, concept, product, strategy, or system is analyzed and evaluated using the ABCD analysis framework. Many academics in a variety of fields utilize this technique to analyze their research papers. The advantages elements have a significant impact on the success of green banking services, according to quantitative ABCD research. The ABCD study backs up the concept/idea that green banking services are effective.
Originality/Value: This paper begins by reviewing prior research using the ABCD analysis framework before going into detail about what is being done regarding determinant issues, key attributes, factor analysis, and elementary analysis based on essential constituent elements of green products and their impact on utilising green banking products.
Paper Type: Empirical analysis.
Indigenous Distinctive Innovations to Achieve its Vision, Priority and Thrust – A Case Study of Srinivas University
Authors: M. D. Pradeep , K. M. Adithya , Aithal P. S.
Published: January 2023

Purpose: To introduce the ‘Indigenous Distinctive Innovations’ model of Srinivas University, Karnataka. The model is helpful for higher education institutions to stand out in its utility and outlook apart from contributing to its core vision, priority, and thrust. Methodology: A case study with descriptive research design. Content analysis is carried over the literature from the Google Scholar database upon the literature published between 2012 and -2022. The credibility of the model is analyzed by using the ABCD analysis framework. Results & Outcome: The study depicts the utilities of the model to higher education institutions and elaborates on the execution of the model with different strategies, methods, operative procedures, pedagogies, etc. The study seeks the adoption of the model by the institutions of higher education to stand out in its service and outlook. Originality: The ‘Indigenous Distinctive Innovations model along with its execution framework is very unique in content and application. The model covers innovations carried at University, Institutional, and Faculty levels. Type of Paper: Case Study.
Proximate Composition and Antioxidant Activity of Young Flattened Rice (Khao-Mao)
Authors: Preecharram Sutthidech , Posoongnoen Saijai , Thummawongsa Theera , Sripakdee Thitiya , Tawil Sumana , Poomsuk Nattawee , Jandaruang Jinda
Published: January 2023

Khao-Mao producer group in Thailand’s Nakhon Phanom province’s Phon Sawan district, Na Hua Bo sub-district is a community that has produced Khao-Mao according to conventional wisdom, for a very long time. Khao-Mao has an emerald, green color, fragrant, delicate texture, and delicious taste, however the essential nutritional facts are not provided. Consequently, this study’s goal was to evaluate nutritional values by proximate analysis. All 6 types of young flattened rice-: Laos Wan, Kor Khor 6(RD6), Ai Lueng, San Pa Tong, Yee Pun, and Hom Nang Nuan have phenolic compounds by Folin-Ciocalteu method and antioxidant properties by 2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging assay. According to the findings, rice's primary constituents are carbohydrates, which range from 69.76 to 73.07 %, protein, which ranges from 4.79 to 6.11 %, crude fat, which ranges from 1.68 to 2.22 %, fiber, which ranges from 0.00 to 0.03 % moisture, which ranges from 17.96 to 21.31 %, and ash, which ranges from 1.13 to 1.70 %. The San Pa Tong Khao-Mao has the highest 6.11% of protein content. Ai Lueng Khao-Mao has the greatest levels of total phenolic compounds, 0.79 mg/g dry weight. The DPPH radical scavenging assay test was used to measure the antioxidant activity. Their half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) value falls between 1.18 and 2.00 mg/mL. The Hom Nang Nuan Khao-Mao has the lowest 1.18 mg/mL of IC50. According to the study’s findings, this community’s Khao-Mao has good nutritional and antioxidant properties.
HIGHLIGHTS

Khao-Mao has high proximate composition and high energy value
Khao-Mao has relatively high quantities of protein and phenolic compounds
Khao-Mao is a dish with a high-level antioxidant activity

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
TRAJEDİLERİ KONU ALAN HABER FOTOĞRAFI VE BELGESEL FOTOĞRAFTA KOMPOZİSYON ANALİZLERİ
Authors: TEMUÇİN Hakan
Published: January 2023

Fotoğraf literatüründe trajedileri konu alan haber fotoğrafları ve belgesel fotoğrafların güzelleştirilmesi sorunu üzerine bir tartışma var olagelmiştir. Bu makale kapsamında süregelen bu tartışma özetlenmiş ve söz konusu sorunla fotoğrafçıların nasıl başa çıkabileceklerine ilişkin bir yöntem öne sürülmüştür. Bu yöntemi açıklamak için önce fotoğraf disiplininde kullanılan kompozisyon kurallarının en anlamlı şekilde nasıl sınıflandırılabileceği sorusuna cevap verilmektedir. Bu soruya verilen yanıt kapsamında fotoğrafta kullanılan kompozisyon kuralları iki kategoride gruplandırılmaktadır. Daha sonra trajedileri konu alan haber fotoğrafları ve belgesel fotoğraflar oluşturulurken onların güzelleştirilmesi sorununa bu kategorilerden hangisinden yararlanılarak bir çözüm getirilebileceği sorusuna cevap verilmektedir. Çalışmada sunulan kompozisyon kuralları sınıflandırması ve trajediyi konu alan fotoğraflarda bir kategori altında ifade edilebilecek çözümlemelerin kullanılması önerisi var olan fotoğraf literatüründe bulunmaması nedeniyle bu çalışma fotoğraf disiplinine özgün bir katkıda bulunmaktadır. Sunulan tartışma kapsamında karşılaştırmalı fotoğraf okuma yöntemi kullanılarak trajedileri konu alan fotoğraflar oluşturulurken İfadesel Kompozisyon Kuralları olarak sınıflandırılabilecek kuralların kullanılmasının trajedi fotoğraflarının güzelleştirilmesi sorununun çözümüne etkili bir katkısı olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Makale çerçevesinde ayrıca, fotoğrafın doğası gereği konusunu güzelleştireceği yönündeki iddianın doğru olmadığı sonucuna ulaşılmaktadır. Ulaşılan bir başka sonuç ise, haber fotoğrafçılarının ve belgesel fotoğrafçıların konularına yaklaşırken nesnel bir yaklaşım yerine iyi ahlak temelli bir yaklaşımı benimsemelerinin anlamlı olduğudur.
ZEN DÜŞÜNCESİ VE ROBERT BRESSON SİNEMASINDA TİNSEL OLANAKLILIK: “RASTGELE BALTHAZAR”
Authors: İĞNECİ SÜZEN Rana
Published: January 2023

Robert Bresson’un sinema tarihi içinde Yasujiro Ozu ile kendine has dilsel üslubunu tinsel bir anlayışla oluşturan en önemli yönetmenlerden olduğu söylenebilir. Ozu’nun Zen felsefesine dayanan bir kültürel birikimin taşıyıcısı olması doğduğu topraklar bakımından oldukça normal kabul edilirken, Robert Bresson’un -çağdaş rasyonel Batılı toplumun zihinsel kodları bağlamında- kendi rasyonel dünyasının birikiminden farklı bir düşüncenin sonucu olabilecek tinsel duyarlılığı ilgi çekicidir. Her ne kadar tarihsel olarak Batı kültürü içerisinde bu tarz bir tinsel duyarlılığa olanak veren kültürel kodlar az da olsa bulunsa da -mistik Hristiyanlık yorumları vs- Batıda bu türden bir düşünme biçimi ve tinsellik, yerini çoktan rasyonel ve dünyasal olan ile maddesel olanın soğukluğu ile değiştirmiştir. Bu nedenle amaçları bağlamında çağdaşlarından farklı bir tinsel üslup ve pratiğe sahip olan Bresson sineması, seyirciye özdeşleşme ve dramatizasyonun dışına çıkan bir başka olanak önermekte, yarattığı boşluk alanları ile Zen pratiklerinde söz konusu olan “anda var olmak” ve sanat eseri ile “yeniden var olmak” olarak tarif edeceğimiz bir genişleme imkânı sunmaktadır. Makale Bresson sinemasının tinsel yapısının kuruluşunun Zen felsefesinin bileşenleri ile ilgi çekici benzerliğini, 1966 yılında filme aldığı “Rastgele Balthazar” filmi üzerinden açıklamaya çalışmaktadır. Çalışmanın yöntemi literatür taraması ve Bresson’un filmografisinin incelenmesi olarak seçilmiştir. Bu bağlamda Zen düşüncesi -onun gündelik ve sanatsal pratiklerini de kapsayan bir biçimde- ve Bresson sineması arasında kurduğumuz ilişki bize sinemasal dil olanaklarının geniş ve sonsuz sahasını yeniden keşfetme olanağı vermektedir.
Lumbar Stabilization Exercises Combined with Therapeutic Yoga in the Management of Chronic Low Back Pain
Authors: Prof. Dr. CK Senthil Kumar  , Dr. Amlan Jyoti Mohanty PT
Published: January 2023

This study aims to evaluate the combined effectiveness of specific stabilization exercises with yoga training for chronic low back pain patients in minimizing pain and improving their lumbar stability and functional ability. Totally 36 patients participated in this study which was performed as a Pre-test and post-test experimental study design. The outcome measure used was VAS, Roland Morri’s back pain questionnaire (RMQ). Specialized Lumbar stabilization exercises combined with therapeutic Yoga were provided to the patients. There was a significant difference in the gain score for the exercise with yoga for the VAS and RMQ. In the patient, the VAS score has decreased from the mean (standard deviation), pre–test (8/10) to post-test (3/10) which shows the difference. There was a significant difference in the Pain score (11) for the exercise with yoga for the Roland – Morris low back pain questionnaire. In the patient, RMQ scores have increased from the mean (standard deviation), pre–test (16/24) to post–test (5/24). This study reveals that specific stabilization exercises with yoga therapy training programs resulted in improvement. Progressive training appears to be an effective intervention to reduce low back pain and has a positive effect on improving strength. The study supports the lumbar spine stabilizing exercises combined with yoga therapy as an effective approach in minimizing pain and improving functional capacity.
Can Whole-Body Vibration Therapy Augment the Results of Conventional Physiotherapy among Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain Patients
Authors: Prof. Dr. CK Senthil Kumar  , Prof. R. Balasaravanan
Published: January 2023

Objective -The primary objective of the study is to find out the effects of adding whole-body vibration therapy to conventional physiotherapy among chronic non-specific low back pain patients. Methodology:20 subjects with chronic non-specific low back pain patients were selected as samples. This study design is an experimental study and the study type is comparative. The duration of this study is 12 weeks within which whole body vibration therapy and conventional physiotherapy are given to the patients of group A and group B. subjects with chronic non-specific low back pain [ LBP], age group around 30 to 50, both males and females are included in this study. GROUP -A -Ten weeks of vibration therapy was provided to selected samples. All the subjects underwent baseline analysis and post-test analysis after ten weeks of intervention using the 3 selected outcome measures, namely the Roland Morris scale for pain, Oswestry disability index, and Visual analog scale. GROUP-B- was treated with conventional physiotherapy. Result: On comparing the between group analysis of the Roland-Morris scale, Oswestry disability index, and Visual analog scale. It has been found that there is no significant difference between group A and group.On comparing the within-group analysis, it has been found that there was a significant difference in the Roland-Morris scale of group A and group B of pre-test and post-test with the p-value 0.005. In Oswestry Disability index of group-A and group B for pre-test and post-test with ap-value of 0.005. In VAS of group A for pre-test and post-test with the p-value of 0.005 and group B with the p-value of 0.004. Conclusion: The study concluded that whole-body vibration therapy is more effective than conventional physiotherapy in treating with chronic non-specific low back pain
Review Paper on Design and Estimate of Sewage Treatment Plan
Authors: Mr. Bagwan Sahil Sameer  , Mr. Momin Talha Shahanwaj  , Ms. Pathan Shajma Aslam  , Ms. Mohite Ankita Ashok  , Prof. Mr. Vikas Nikam  , Prof. R. N. Sapkal
Published: January 2023

Sewage treatment is the process of removing contaminants from wastewater both runoff (effluents) and commercial. It includes physical, chemical and biological processes to remove physical, chemical and biological contaminants. Its objective is to produce a treated effluent and a solid waste or sludge suitable for discharge or reuse back into the environment. This material often inadvertently contaminated with many toxic organic and inorganic compounds. Sewage implies the collecting of wastewater from occupied areas and conveying them to some point of disposal. The liquid wastes will require treatment before they are discharged into the water body or otherwise disposed of without endangering the public health or causing offensive conditions.