bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ENXERTO AUTÓGENO DE DENTINA PARA CICATRIZAÇÃO ÓSSEA ALVEOLAR: UMA REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Lima Catarina Melo de Andrade , Silva Fernanda Maria da Cunha , Vasconcelos Maria Eduarda Darigo , Silva Giovanna Gabrielle Torquato e , Medeiros Júnior Martinho Dinoá , Ramos Lucas Viana Silva , Lima Taís Carvalho de , Mendonça Pedro Gabriell Thorpe Nunes , Nunes Guilherme Jonnes de Sobral , Silva Victor Miguel Dos Santos , Feitoza Beatriz Amélia Faustino , Borges Rodrigo de Oliveira , Mota Matheus Nole dos Santos
Published: November 2024

Introdução: A matriz dentinária vem sendo considerada recentemente como alternativa para enxerto, visto que apresenta estrutura semelhante ao osso alveolar. Os enxertos podem ser preparados de forma mineralizada, que foca nos componentes orgânicos e inorgânicos, ou desmineralizada, que expõe a estrutura de colágeno e permite a liberação de fatores de crescimento. Objetivo: Analisar a aplicabilidade e efetividade, por meio de uma revisão de literatura, do uso do enxerto autógeno de dentina para a cicatrização óssea alveolar. Metodologia: Foi realizada uma revisão integrativa da literatura nas bases de dados PubMed, Science Direct e Lilacs, com os descritores “Dentina”, “Enxerto” e “Regeneração Óssea” de acordo com os critérios de elegibilidade estabelecidos. Resultados: Foram selecionados 10 artigos para construção deste trabalho. Conclusão: É um tratamento bastante promissor para a regeneração óssea, entretanto, mais pesquisas ainda precisam ser realizadas acerca do protocolo e da comparação a outros tratamentos.
Lukács, Coutinho e Kafka: dois críticos e um enigma
Authors: Silva Vladmir Luís da
Published: November 2024

O principal objetivo deste artigo é acompanhar o diálogo dos filósofos György Lukács e Carlos Nelson Coutinho acerca do legado literário de Franz Kafka. O núcleo de nossos esforços consiste na análise da tentativa de superação da abordagem lukacsiana por parte de Coutinho. Na realização dessa tarefa, conferimos atenção às dicas oferecidas pelo mestre húngaro ao discípulo baiano quanto aos limites de sua própria leitura de Kafka.
Gatekeeper Competition Policy
Authors: Hovenkamp Herbert
Published: November 2024

Antitrust policy in the United States has always had special rules for dominant firms. As Justice Scalia once observed:

Where a defendant maintains substantial market power, his activities are examined through a special lens: Behavior that might otherwise not be of concern to the antitrust laws—or that might even be viewed as procompetitive—can take on exclusionary connotations when practiced by a monopolist.
El Císter femenino de la Corona de Aragón (ss. XII-XV)
Authors: Baury Ghislain
Published: November 2024

This research discusses the part played by the Order in the life of the twenty medieval Cistercian nunneries in the Crown of Aragon. The survey of their collections of charters, of the remains of their libraries and of the central documentation of the Order shows that the Cistercian actors, be it the central authorities of the Order or the local abbeys, male or female, played a less important part than historiography has hitherto assumed, particularly in the key moments of their foundation or suppression. In the ordinary course of their existence, their abbot father and, from the middle of the 14th century, the visitor and general reformer of the Order in Aragon played locally an intermittent role, but they had few direct contacts with other female monasteries or with the General Chapter of Cîteaux.
Evaluating VR-Based Learning Experiences for Enhanced Engagement
Authors: - Ruma Choudhury
Published: November 2024

Abstract:
This research paper investigates the role of Virtual Reality (VR) in transforming educational experiences and enhancing student engagement. As educational institutions increasingly incorporate immersive technologies into their curricula, this study evaluates how VR-based learning environments can facilitate deeper engagement and improved learning outcomes. Through a qualitative approach, the research includes qualitative insights from interviews and focus groups assessing learner perceptions of VR experiences. The findings reveal that VR significantly enhances engagement by providing immersive, interactive, and contextually rich learning experiences, thereby promoting active participation and motivation. Additionally, the study highlights the potential of VR to cater to diverse learning styles and foster collaboration among students. However, challenges such as technical limitations, accessibility issues, and the need for adequate teacher training are also addressed. The paper concludes with practical recommendations for the effective implementation of VR in educational settings, emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive infrastructure to maximize its educational benefits.
An Investigation Into To The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In The Indian Tax System
Authors: - C.D.N.RAKKINI , - G.MADHU SUDHANAN
Published: November 2024

Indian taxation is main source of public finance in developing economy. The Indian tax system has long been plagued by issues including tax evasion and ineffective administration. Tax administration systems must constantly be designed to reduce errors and speed up decision-making. The Indian tax system is beset by a shortage of workers to do labor-intensive duties including data input, return inspection, tax audits, etc. The Indian government recently
announced the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the tax assessment system in order to handle the evolving tax landscape in conjunction with the use of analytics. In the field of taxes, artificial intelligence, or AI, is a relatively recent development.
Development of Interactive Digital Worksheets (LKPD) Using Liveworksheet to Improve the Reading Skills of Javanese Script
Authors: - Devy Alfiatus Sholikha , - Endang Nurhayari
Published: November 2024

The learning media currently used for teaching Javanese script reading do not meet the needs of teachers and students in terms of quality and quantity. This issue affects the quality of learning and, consequently, student learning outcomes. Therefore, the aim of this study is to develop an interactive digital worksheet (LKPD) using Liveworksheet, based on the ADDIE model, to assess the validity of its quality and measure its effectiveness in improving students' Javanese script reading skills. This research follows an R&D and experimental design. The selected sample consisting of 31 students from popuation 191 students. The methods used include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and tests. Instruments used to collect data are validation test sheets and tests. The data analysis technique employed is descriptive statistical analysis. The interactive digital worksheet Liveworksheet has a significant impact on improving students' Javanese script reading skills. It is concluded that the interactive digital worksheet Liveworksheet is feasible to use as a learning medium for Javanese script reading and is effective in enhancing students' reading skills in Javanese script.
The Effectiveness of Green Marketing in Starbucks: An Assessment
Authors: - MA. THERESA G. MADDAGAN , - ROMMEL DG. AQUINO
Published: November 2024

Green marketing practices have become increasingly significant as businesses aim to reduce their environmental impact and cater to the growing number of environmentally conscious consumers. The primary goal of green marketing extends beyond appealing to eco-conscious buyers; it also aims to generate positive environmental and societal effects.

Green marketing integrates sustainability principles across various aspects of marketing, including product design, packaging, messaging, production processes, and promotion. Its importance lies in enhancing profitability, fostering brand loyalty, and attracting a new market segment that prioritizes sustainability. For instance, businesses may promote reduced emissions in manufacturing or use post-consumer recycled materials in packaging. Some also demonstrate environmental responsibility by donating a portion of sales proceeds to eco-friendly initiatives, such as tree-planting campaigns.

This study examines how Starbucks' green marketing practices have contributed to its overall success, profitability, brand reputation, customer loyalty, and employee engagement. Additionally, it investigates challenges and limitations Starbucks may have faced in implementing these practices and explores potential areas for improvement. The study’s findings will provide valuable insights for other businesses aiming to adopt green marketing strategies and contribute to the broader discourse on sustainability's role in business.
Smart Sensor Placement For Thermal Monitoring Of Concrete
Authors: - Mr. Sakshant Mane , - Mr. Yash Kalkutagi , - Mr. Rohan Kalubarme , - Mr. Sanyam Upadhye , - Mrs. P. O. Shirole
Published: November 2024

Structural health monitoring (SHM) has become an inevitable part in a life span of a structure due to its potential to ensure the public safety and to increase the life span of the structure. Monitoring any kind of structures for various parameters, using wireless smart sensors has gained popularity in recent past. This paper discusses the development of low cost real time wireless smart sensor monitoring system to monitor early age concrete temperature in real time. Temperature of two early age concrete mixes (Mix1, Mix2) were measured in real time for 24 hours by using DS18B20 sensors connected with the Node Mc u, which is an open source IOT platform. Temperature measurements were saved and visualized in real time using Thing Speak TM which is an open IoT online platform with MATLAB analytics. The temperature sensor DS18B20 was selected such that it is suitable to measure temperature readings of the concrete without any interference of the chemical reactions in concrete. Calibration methods and temperature variation with different concrete mixes are also discussed. It could be seen that the wireless temperature monitoring system performed adequately and it can be considered as a better low cost alternative for traditional wired temperature monitoring system.
Current Scenario of the Changing Role of Human Resource in a VUCA Environment: A Case Study of UPRVUNL
Authors: - Rama Singh , - Prof. (Dr.) Pramod Kumar
Published: November 2024

The modern business environment is increasingly characterized by Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). In today's VUCA environment, organizations face unprecedented challenges and it is undergoing significant transformations of the role of Human Resources (HR). This paper explores how Human Resources (HR) departments adapt to these conditions, and examines the evolving role of HR in the context of VUCA with a focus on Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (UPRVUNL), a major power generation company in energy sector in India. Through a detailed case study approach, This research aims to explore the current challenges and strategies adopted by UPRVUNL's HR department in response to VUCA conditions and to understand the evolving role of HR in this context, identifying challenges and strategies that enhance organizational resilience and effectiveness.
Evaluating the Role of AI in Grants Management: Integration and Adoption of Technology and Innovation
Authors: - Edwin Mkabane , - Roylex Kinigi
Published: November 2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into grant management has the potential to revolutionize how organizations handle the application process, budgeting, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. This qualitative study explores the experiences of grant managers, financial officers, and other stakeholders in adopting AI tools. Through interviews and thematic analysis, this research identifies the benefits, challenges, and implications of AI in the grant management process. The findings suggest that while AI can enhance efficiency and decision-making, successful integration requires careful planning, training, and change management.
Leveraging Big Data and AI for Optimizing Digital Marketing Strategies: A Data-driven Approach
Authors: - Abu Yusuf
Published: November 2024

In this paper, the author discusses how big data and AI can improve the rate of conversion, engagement, and ROI in digital marketing through ’big data’ techniques in improving the effectiveness of the marketing mix. In this study, by counting and comparing campaigns from different industries, the researcher establishes that three strategies facilitated by AI have a positive impact on marketing- predictive analytics, real time personalization and segmentation. Findings further show that some industries such as e-commerce and the financial industry benefit most from these technologies, yet in other areas like the healthcare industry, regulatory issues prevent substantial results. The insights reveal how embedding of AI in the digital marketing strategy give companies a competitive advantage while the aspects of ethics such as data protection cannot be overlooked. Finally, the research study calls attention to the role of AI and big data in developing better, engaging, and relevant digital marketing solutions.
Hope and Despair in Ben Okri’s The Famished Road
Authors: - P.KARTHICK , - K.NAGARATHINAM
Published: November 2024

The Famished Road offers a profound meditation on the human spirit’s capacity to endure, and it underscores the idea that even in the face of despair, hope remains a crucial, sustaining force. The novel’s exploration of these themes transcends its setting, offering universal insights into the nature of human existence, resilience, and the ceaseless journey toward a better future.
РАЗВИТИЕ РУССКОГО ЛЕТОПИСАНИЯ
Authors: - Nikolay Paraskevov
Published: November 2024

Old Russian literature reveals a complete dissimilarity with the literature of the modern time: it is characterized by other, special genres (Old Russian literature did not know the novel and drama, poetry appears only at the end of the 17th century), and the method of representation of life, belletristic expression of man.
The “Tale of Bygone Years” is the basis of all Old Russian chronicle writing.
The chronicle story is first of all documentary: with few exceptions, there is nothing fictitious, composed, “literary” in it. It is a direct reflection of reality. It is a story in the literal sense of the word, usually compiled on the fresh traces of the event by an eyewitness, or from the words of an eyewitness.
La place de la pédagogie de l’étonnement dans l’enseignement-apprentissage du français en quatrième année du cycle primaire
Authors: - AIT SI ABBOU NADA
Published: November 2024

L’article présente les résultats d’une recherche sur la place de la pédagogie de l’étonnement dans l’enseignement-apprentissage du français en quatrième année primaire. Nous avons adopté le modèle parallèle convergent relevant de la méthodologie mixte (Creswell, 2012) et avons utilisé une variété d’outils de recueil de données.
Les résultats indiquent une psychologisation des erreurs des apprenants marocains due au défaut de considération de leurs conceptions par les enseignants et l’absence d’élaboration de situations cognitivement déstabilisantes, entravant ainsi toute chance de transformation des représentations des élèves et favorisant un apprentissage mécanique éphémère.
Clinical and MRI Evaluation of Children with Leukodystrophies
Authors: - Bilavil Suhaib , - Sheik Riaz Rasool , - Mudasir Hamid Bhat
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Leukodystrophies are a diverse group of rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorders affecting the brain’s white matter, leading to progressive neurological impairment. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) plays a crucial role in diagnosing these conditions, offering detailed insight into white matter abnormalities and aiding in distinguishing various leukodystrophies.
Objective: This study aims to evaluate children with leukodystrophies using MRI, establish accurate diagnoses, assess the severity and extent of white matter lesions, and demonstrate the different patterns of abnormal myelination.
Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging at Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, from June 2022 to June 2024. All children suspected of having white matter disorders based on clinical features and biochemical tests were included. MRI was performed to identify patterns of white matter involvement, and findings were correlated with clinical data.
Results: A total of 29 children (age range: 2 months to 18 years) were evaluated. MRI findings revealed that demyelinating leukodystrophies were the most common, with symmetrical white matter involvement. Hypomyelinating disorders showed diffuse white matter changes with sparing of the U-fibers. Specific patterns, such as tigroid appearance in metachromatic leukodystrophy and posterior fossa involvement in Alexander disease, were identified. MRI was instrumental in narrowing down differential diagnoses and identifying characteristic patterns for various leukodystrophies.
Conclusion: MRI is an invaluable tool in the diagnosis and management of leukodystrophies in children. It allows for early identification of disease patterns, which is critical for appropriate clinical management and potential therapeutic interventions. Further research is needed to explore the genetic basis of these disorders in the Kashmiri population.
Weaving Community Intersecting Identities and Support Networks in Urban Immigrant Settings
Authors: - SADIQA JISSAN NABILA
Published: November 2024

This abstract uses Monica Ali's book “Brick Lane” to study how gender, class, and ethnicity interact to form social networks and support systems for immigrant women in urban settings. Using intersectional theory as a framework, the study looks at how different immigrant communities' development of solidarity, rivalry, and cooperation is impacted by intersecting identities. Putting social networks and support systems in context is the first step in the study, which aims to help immigrants adapt, integrate, and live successfully in urban environments. Next, it gives a synopsis of “Brick Lane,” emphasizing how the experiences of important people and the Bangladeshi immigrant community in East End, London, are portrayed. Investigating how common identities and experiences promote community cohesiveness, the study looks at examples of solidarity among immigrant women. It looks at how indispensable informal networks are for offering both practical and emotional assistance, such as friendships, family ties, and neighborhood associations. In addition, the examination reveals obstacles and conflicts among immigrant groups, including rivalry for assets, standing, and prospects. It takes into account how overlapping identities and power dynamics influence relationships between immigrant women, including disputes about resources, social norms, and hierarchies. The study presents instances of immigrant women working together and taking collective action despite these obstacles. It highlights moments in which they unite to speak out about shared issues and fight for their rights, offering tactics for building resilience and empowerment among immigrant populations. Finally, this research sheds light on the complex dynamics of overlapping identities and social networks among metropolitan immigrant women. It adds to a greater understanding of the complexities of immigrant social networks and their consequences for community building and empowerment by looking at the experiences of characters in “Brick Lane” and drawing on intersectional theory. The results provide implications for future studies, policies, and practices that seek to assist immigrant women in negotiating the opportunities and problems associated with urban migration.
Corporate Board Characteristics of Family-Managed Firms and it’s Impact on Firm Performance
Authors: - Venkatmurthy S G , - R L Hyderabad
Published: November 2024

Well-balanced and active corporate boards ensure effective corporate governance in family firms. Studies in the area of corporate governance across the globe made considerable effort to study the composition of corporate boards and their effectiveness. The present study is an effort to evaluate the impact of board characteristics on the performance of selected Indian family-managed firms. The paper encompasses how various board parameters such as board size, board independence, the duality of the chairman, gender diversity, and inclusion of foreign directors in the board impact a firm's market and accounting performance measures. The data is collected from the CMIE PROWESS Database, consisting of 173 family-managed firms belonging to 11 macro-industrial sectors selected. The panel data used for the study consist of 2076 observations for 12 years, from 2010-11 to 2021-22. The study uses regression analysis to evaluate the impact of board characteristics on performance measure indicators Tobin’s Q and ROA of the firms.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ КОНСТРУКЦИЙ КЛИНОВЫХ ПОДВЕСОК КОЛОННОЙ ГОЛОВКИ
Authors: Эмин Аскеров Эмин Аскеров
Published: November 2024

В данной статье рассматриваются существующие конструкции колонных головок, используемых при бурении нефтяных и газовых скважин. Особое внимание уделено
конструкции клиновых подвесок колонных головок. В статье анализируются конструкция существующих клиновых подвесок и их влияние на эксплуатационные характеристики и безопасность скважин.
Ключевые слова: Клиновые подвески, колонные головки, нефтегазовые скважины.
CRIMINAL LIABILITY FOR PERPETRATORS OF CORRUPTION CRIMES IN THE FORM OF BRIBERY (CASE STUDY OF CENTRAL JAKARTA DISTRICT COURT DECISION NUMBER 77/PID.SUS-TPK/2023/PN.JKT.PST)
Authors: Rohadi Rohadi , Heliany Ina
Published: November 2024

Offering or promising something to a person with the intention of influencing them to perform or refrain from performing a duty contrary to their authority or obligation in the public interest is known as bribery. According to the Corruption Crime Act, any gift given to a state official or civil servant is considered a bribe. This research focuses on the legal liability of state officials who accept gifts and the factors considered by judges in deciding cases involving corrupt officials who receive gifts, as seen in the Central Jakarta District Court Decision Number 77/Pid.Sus-TPK/2023/PN Jkt.Pst.
The findings of the study indicate that gratuities given to state officials or civil servants are deemed bribes if they are related to their position and contradict their duties or obligations. The first provision requires proof that the gratuity is not a bribe, while the second provision requires proof that the gratuity is valued at less than Rp10,000,000.00. The prosecutor provided evidence that the gifts in question constituted bribes. Failing to report the received benefits can result in fines of at least Rp200,000,000.00 (two hundred million rupiah) and up to Rp1,000,000,000.00 (one billion rupiah), as well as imprisonment for a minimum of 4 years and a maximum of 20 years or life imprisonment. The bribe giver may also face fines of at least Rp50,000,000.00 (fifty million rupiah) and up to Rp250,000,000.00 (two hundred fifty million rupiah), and imprisonment for a maximum of one to five years. Article 13 of Law No. 31 of 1999 on the Eradication of Corruption Crimes also includes additional penalties, such as fines of up to Rp150,000,000.00 (one hundred fifty million rupiah) and/or imprisonment for up to 3 years.
In decision number 77/Pid.Sus-TPK/2023/PN Jkt.Pst, the judge considered the degree of culpability, the charges under Article 12(b) in conjunction with Article 18 of Law No. 31 of 1999 on the Eradication of Corruption Crimes, as amended by Law No. 20 of 2001 concerning Amendments to Law No. 31 of 1999, in conjunction with Article 55 Paragraph (1) of the Penal Code and Article 64 Paragraph (1) of the Penal Code, as well as aggravating and mitigating factors.
Preparation and Electrical Properties of Nanocomposite Based on Epoxy Resin and Core-Shell Polyaniline/Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes
Authors: Seyed Mohamad Reza Paran
Published: November 2024

Nanocomposites of epoxy resin containing various concentrations of carboxylated multiwalled carbon nanotubes (C-MWCNTs) and surface modified C-MWCNTs various concentration of both C-MWCNTs and core-shell nanoparticles were prepared. The physical, mechanical and electrical properties of prepared epoxy nanocomposites were investigated using experimental evaluations such as dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA), differential scanning calorimeter (DSC), and tensile strength measurements. The results of DSC tests revealed that the introduction of nanoparticles into the epoxy resin did not have much effect on the curing system, and by adding these nanoparticles to the epoxy resin, there is no need to change the curing system. However, the released energy during of epoxy curing show a 24% increase with the introduction of nanofiller into the epoxy matrix. The results of electrical conductivity measurements indicated a higher elastic dielectric constant for nanocomposites up to 200% incomparison with neat epoxy resin. The use of these epoxy nanocomposites in modern electrical and electro-optical industries is of great practical importance.
Numerical Computation and Statistical Interpretations of Heat Transfer of Tween-20/ethyl Acetate Nanofluid Flow with Melting Rheological Quality and Activation Energy
Authors: Farooq Aamir , Rehman Sadique , Ullah Mujahid , Abbas M. S. , El-Rashidy K. , Miah M. Mamun , Kanan Mohammad
Published: November 2024

Tween-20 plays a significant role in the biological, food, and pharmaceutical industries. Additionally, it plays a vital role in improving the quality of reverse mechanisms of multi-drug resistance. This paper uses artificial neural computing to examine Tween-20 nanoparticles’ behaviors in a base fluid called ethyl acetate to enhance the applications in nanomedicine, drug delivery and biotechnology. The study focuses on the nonlinear model of a viscous fluid at the stagnation point, where mixed convection processes and activation energy are present. The study incorporates slip velocity and melting boundary conditions to examine heat and mass transfer, taking into account thermal and solutal stratification. Various fields of research and technology, specially in industrial engineering that include hydrodynamics, panto-graph systems, and biomedical mathematics, extensively utilize artificial computing. The datasets are based on velocity, temperature, and concentration outlines. The fourth-order Runge-Kutta method is used to generate the datasets. To validate the LMM-ABNNs, we have compared them with a numerical solution, showing a high level of agreement. We utilize the error histogram and mean square error results to validate the performance, scrutinize the training and testing methods, and explore the validity of the approximate answer. Furthermore, the quality characteristics such as skin friction, rate of heat, and mass movement (Nusselt and Sherwood numbers) are statistically analyzed to forecast the model’s durability. This article is the best example of investigating different fluid parameters with the latest artificial neural computing.
Variation in Soil Moisture Content and Soil Organic Carbon in Different Agroforestry Practices in Moshi Rural District, Northern Tanzania
Authors: Saria Godlisten , Munishi Pantaleo , Kashaigili Japhet
Published: November 2024

Agroforestry has been widely practiced in the northern highlands of Tanzania because of its prominent effects in reducing soil losses, maintaining soil moisture contents (SMCs), and improving land-use efficiency and farmer’s livelihood. We tested the hypothesis that variations of soil moisture contents in 0-20 cm and 20-40 cm depths from various agroforestry Practices differ significantly in intensified small-scale agroforestry systems. The relationship between SMCs and soil organic carbon was also evaluated. Soil samples were collected from 10 x 10 m2 plot in three points along the diagonal of the quadrat using soil auger. SMCs were determined by gravimetric method and expressed as SMC%. SOC was determined by Walkley and Black method and expressed as SOC %. The variation in SMCs% among the different agroforestry Practices were statistically determined by ANOVA in R software while the correlation between SMCs and SOC were statistically determined by Pearson product-moment analysis. Variation of SMCs was statistically insignificant (p>0.05) among surveyed sites. SMCs increased significantly (p<0.05) with increasing soil depth from 0-40 cm depth in all agroforestry Practices except in the mixed intercropping agroforestry practice (MAP). At 0-20 cm and 20-40 cm, SMCs differed significantly among agroforestry Practices (P = 0.071) and (P = 0.003), respectively. Coffee Intercropping Agroforestry Practice (CIAP) had higher (P<0.05) SMCs at 0-20 cm depth compared to BAP and MWPAP. But, at 20-40 cm depth, soil moisture contents in CIAP differed significantly (P<0.05) with SMCs all AFPs. SMCs showed a positively significant (P<0.05) relationship with SOC within 0-20 cm and 20-40 cm depths. The current study confirms that different agroforestry practices have different influence on the amount and vertical distribution of soil moisture. Therefore, management practices in agroforestry systems should aim to encourage the use of practices which ensure a stable amount of moisture contents in the soil
Personalized Social Media Marketing Strategy and Customer Loyalty in the Kenyan Telecommunications Sector
Authors: Mohamed Ali Abdirahman , Kibos DR. Kiprop , K. Langat Dr. Daniel
Published: November 2024

Customer loyalty is pivotal for the sustainability and profitability of businesses, especially in competitive sectors like telecommunications. This study investigates the effect of personalized social media marketing strategies on customer loyalty within Kenya's telecommunications industry, focusing on the ability of personalized digital interactions to retain customers and enhance brand loyalty. The research applied an explanatory design with a sample of 384 respondents from major telecom companies in Nairobi, Kenya. Descriptive analysis indicates that frequent social media engagement, such as consistent posts from the telecom brands, positively influences loyalty. Correlation and regression analyses reveal a strong positive relationship between personalized social media marketing and customer loyalty (r = 0.758), with personalized strategies accounting for 57.5% of loyalty variance (R² = 0.575). ANOVA results further confirm the significance of this relationship (F = 349.486, p < 0.001), leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. The findings underscore the importance of personalized content and regular engagement, suggesting that tailored social media strategies can effectively build and sustain customer loyalty in the telecommunications sector. Recommendations include optimizing posting schedules, investing in data analytics for audience insights, and prompting customer feedback to enhance loyalty further.
GEM&L birth and development:
A contribution to the ever-expanding field of language-sensitive IB research
Authors: Lecomte Philippe
Published: November 2024

The article provides an overview of GEM&L (Research Group on Management & Language), exploring its origins, objectives, and influence within language-sensitive international business (IB) research. Founded in 2012, GEM&L emphasizes the importance of language in management, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among linguistics, communication studies, and business education to address global workplace needs. The paper traces the evolution of language-sensitive IB research, highlighting GEM&L’s contributions through conferences, publications, and special issues that explore the role of language in corporate strategy, knowledge transfer, and multinational team dynamics. Key developments and publications in this field illustrate the shift towards viewing language as a core element of management, beyond mere communication. GEM&L's initiatives emphasize language’s strategic role in organizational behavior, offering insights for further interdisciplinary convergence in research and practice.
NEW PERSPECTIVES IN CONTEMPORARY LAW
Authors:   Dunarea de Jos", Stancu Adriana Iuliana ,   University of Galati, Romania
Published: November 2024

Purpose and Objectives: Law, over time, has faced all the changes in society, both political, economic and social, but also technological, the latter being a decisive factor of our days. It has permanently adapted itself through legislative changes at all levels, so that the very development of society is not hampered. Proposals and Methodology: At present, decisive changes are taking place, due to the involvement of artificial intelligence, but also due to the fact that we are in the midst of a digital era, constantly promoted by the development of technology. Results and Implications: The main issue that arises is the fact that it has not yet been established whether the legal norms, both national and international, can easily adapt to digitalization, so whether AI can use the norms as such in obtaining similar results to the judgments handed down by the courts.
Insights into the K–Pg extinction aftermath: The Danish Cerithium Limestone Member
Authors:   Department of Geology, Lund University, Sweden., Störling Tjördis , Demangel Isaline , Lindskog Anders , Calner Mikael , Andersson Jacob , Conley Daniel J. , Richoz Sylvain
Published: November 2024

The Cretaceous–Palaeogene (K–Pg) mass extinction about 66 Ma ago was one of Earth's largest mass extinction events. The demise of calcifiers, among others, influenced biogeochemical cycles and changed the conditions for carbonate deposition in the global ocean. This study addresses the sedimentology and carbonate microfacies of the Cerithium Limestone Member of the Rødvig Formation within the renowned Stevns Klint succession in Denmark. The limestone was deposited in the earliest Danian Stage, immediately after the K–Pg mass extinction. It is a pale yellow, partly cemented unit with a dense network of Thalassinoides burrows and numerous flint nodules. Studies of the thin sections revealed that the Cerithium Limestone Member is more variable than expected from its overall homogeneous appearance at the macroscopic scale. The thin sections and scanning electron microscope (SEM) images showed that the highly bioturbated limestone consists of four principal microfacies: a mudstone, a wackestone and two different packstones. The 30 to 120-cm thick Cerithium Limestone Member fills depressions between low-amplitude mounds in the Maastrichtian chalk. The lowermost part constitutes a thin layer of a bryozoan-rich packstone, probably reworked from the crests of the Maastrichtian mounds. The successive part of the member is dominated by wacke stone with mainly foraminifera (planktic and benthic), molluscs and echinoderm debris, and in some areas an abundance of peloids. The foraminifera- and mollusc rich packstone appears in lenses. The mudstone contains few foraminifera and is linked to burrows and syn-sedimentary fractures. SEM observations revealed that the Cerithium Limestone Member corresponds to a dispersed micrite, with small calcite crystals ~1–4 µm in size. The general shape of these calcite crystals suggests precipitation from cyanobacterial activity and, thus, a microbial genesis for the micrite of the Cerithium Limestone Member.
Residents’ Satisfaction with Infrastructural Facilities Provision in Housing Estate Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Keffi A.M , Adamu K.D., , Maikasuwa T
Published: November 2024

The emphasis of this paper is to assess residents’ satisfaction with infrastructural facilities provision in housing estate Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria, with a view to improve a level of satisfaction with infrastructures provided. The study adopts survey design using quantitative approach and data were collected through questionnaire survey from 500 housing unit, data were systematically selected from target population in housing estate Lafia. The data collected was subjected to descriptive with mean ranking. The study observed that the residents’ satisfaction with provision of drainages facilities, provision of electricity facilities, and provision of portable water supply facilities provision of road networks and Sewage and solid waste management facilities ranked first fifth respectively and they were found to be moderately satisfied in there provision. While provision of health facilities and provision of market facilities were provided in low level in the study area with low mean scores ranked at nine to ten respectively. The study recommended that the government should upgrade existing market or improve infrastructure in existing market, including proper sanitation, waste management to ease the situation of market facilities in the study area. The study recommended that the Government should engage local communities in the planning and development of these facilities to ensure they meet their specific needs.
A Study of Physico-Chemical Properties in the Sombrero and Orashi Rivers in the Niger Delta
Authors: Ugo P.D , Woke G.N , Wosu E
Published: November 2024

This study evaluates the physico-chemical parameters in parts of the Sombrero and Orashi Rivers (Agba-Ndele and Ikiri) in the Niger Delta over three months (June to August 2024). Parameters were obtain from the down, mid and up stream, and determined based on standard oceanographic methods PHA, 2004. The surface water samples were collected at a depth of above 15-20cm dark coloured glass bottles measuring 250ml, were used for DO/BOD and water collected were also used for general purpose analysis. The results indicate that Agba-Ndele River exhibited higher turbidity (2.43–2.04 NTU), total suspended solids (3.41–4.12 mg/l), and biological oxygen demand (0.7–3.7 mg/l), alongside lower dissolved oxygen (3.3–7.07 mg/l) levels. In contrast, the Ikiri River displayed lower turbidity (0.80–1.86 NTU), total suspended solids (1.60–3.88 mg/l), and biological oxygen demand (1.5–2.1 mg/l), with higher dissolved oxygen levels (6.3–6.22 mg/l). Chemical oxygen demand ranged from 0.873–5.06 mg/l for Agba-Ndele and 0.813–4.42 mg/l for Ikiri. Both rivers had alkaline pH values (8.43–9.98), with electrical conductivity measuring 12.36–14.20 µs for Agba-Ndele and 4.56–12.99 µs for Ikiri. The result further showed that Nutrient analysis indicated phosphate levels of 5.582–6.740 mg/l for Agba-Ndele and 5.083–7.011 mg/l for Ikiri, while nitrate concentrations were 0.950–2.927 mg/l for Agba-Ndele and 1.373–3.469 mg/l for Ikiri. The findings indicate that both rivers face distinct water quality challenges, showing signs of stress from industrial activities, agricultural runoff, urbanization, and other anthropogenic activities. This research underscores the need for targeted water quality management strategies to safeguard these vital ecosystems and support community health and resilience in the Niger Delta.
Historical Insights, Transition of Remittances and Hermeneutic Approaches from the perspective of Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge
Authors: Yeasmin Fahmeda
Published: November 2024

Nightingale bird entertains people with a melodious voice, on the other hand, a vigilant writer enlightens the heart of the readers by holding the flag of truth and unity. Arthur Miller in his writing A View from the Bridge indicated significant incidents of history and crucial issues of economy. This research piece will expose important incidents of history along with the roles and struggles of the immigrants in the transition process of remittance. The fact must be acknowledged that historical events and the struggle of past generations inspire active citizens to make a commitment to improve society.
Socio-Cultural Factors on Antisocial Behaviour Among Students of Tertiary Institutions in Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Nteh K. O , Effiong B. F. , Josiah G. A.
Published: November 2024

This study examined Socio-cultural factors on antisocial behaviour among students of tertiary institutions in Cross River State, Nigeria. To guide the study, two hypotheses were tested. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population of the study is 74,847 consisting of all students of public tertiary institutions in Cross River State., 1000 students was drawn using proportionate sampling technique. A questionnaire was used as instrument for the study. Mean and standard deviation was used to answer research questions while Regression and ANOVA was used to test hypotheses. The study also indicated that that a rise in cultural values will lead to a decrease in anti-social behaviour. This implies that when students are morally right, their tendencies of being involved in anti-social behaviours will reduce, students who belong to African traditional religion worshipper’s group are prone to engage in actions and inactions that are regarded as anti, followed by the Muslims and the Christians. The study recommends that government should entrench through the instrument of education, the inculcation of the right type of values at the different stages of learning and religious leaders should use their platforms to preach and send a message of change, especially to students who are manifesting the signs of antisocial behaviour. This should be done with love.
A Scoping Review on the Implementation of Autonomous Learning at the University Level in Kuwait: PAAET as a Case Study
Authors: Alhaji B , Shuqair K.M , AlRubaie R.S , Alsenafi B.
Published: November 2024

This paper is mainly a scoping review that explores the current body of knowledge related to the presence and growth of autonomous learning at the university level in Kuwait. The review was conducted to answer the research question “Can we implement autonomous learning at the university level in Kuwait?” To support this scoping review, a questionnaire consisting of eight opened-ended questions was designed that asked professors who teach in different colleges in The Public Authority for Applied Education and Learning (PAAET), one of the main and oldest universities in Kuwait, about their opinions on autonomous learning at the university level. The questionnaire served to allow the study to gather valuable primary data that contextualized the scoping review and added real time insights. One of the findings of the paper is that the initiation of the promotion of autonomous learning in Kuwait partially occurred because of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic required universities to engage in digital and remote learning so students’ academic progress could stay on schedule as much as possible. This phase naturally developed some university students’ ability to study in their own time and complete their assignments without an excessive amount of prodding from teachers. However, the literature published after the pandemic does not present a state of widespread proficiency when it comes to university students’ autonomy. Another finding is that current research stressed the effectiveness of interventions that directly target students’ lack of autonomy. However, there is little knowledge about the frequency in which these interventions are recommended or implemented. From a practical perspective, university level teachers will need to improve their communication skills so they can learn how to connect with students as individual learners. In addition, teachers at the university level should develop a line of communication with secondary school teachers in Kuwait. University students’ lack of preparation for autonomous learning is a sign that they are not being properly developed as scholars in their younger years. Teachers at the university level must communicate with secondary teachers to identify where the current gaps in practice are.
СТАН ГОТОВНОСТІ МАЙБУТНІХ ФАХІВЦІВ КОМП’ЮТЕРНОГО ПРОФІЛЮ ДО ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ ЦИФРОВИХ ТЕХНОЛОГІЙ
Authors:   Тернопільський національний педагогічний університет імені Володимира Гнатюка, О. І. Потапчук
Published: November 2024

У статті проаналізовано стан готовності майбутніх фахівців комп’ютерного профілю до застосування цифрових технологій, висвітлено основні результати констатувального етапу педагогічного експерименту. Для досягнення поставленої мети визначено низку завдань констатувального етапу педагогічного експерименту. Проведення констатувального етапу експерименту здійснено з метою виявлення рівнів сформованості потребнісно-мотиваційного, когнітивно-змістового, діяльнісно-технологічного та рефлексивного компонентів готовності майбутніх фахівців комп’ютерного профілю до застосування цифрових технологій. Для визначення рівнів сформованості зазначених компонентів реалізовано адаптовані методики: для визначення рівня сформованості потребнісно-мотиваційного компоненту здійснено анкетування, когнітивно-змістового – комп’ютерне тестування щодо можливостей сучасних цифрових технологій, діяльнісно-технологічного – практичні завдання, рефлексивного – нестандартні професійні ситуації. Аналіз результатів констатувального етапу педагогічного експерименту свідчить, що 68,6% опитаних студентів перебувають на репродуктивному та інтегративному рівнях. За результатами експерименту встановлено, що чинна система підготовки майбутніх фахівців комп’ютерного профілю не забезпечує вимог цифровізації освіти і зв’язок теоретичних знань студентів з їх професійними обов’язками. Звідси випливає завдання модернізації підходів, принципів, методів і засобів підготовки зазначених фахівців на рівні розвитку сучасних ЦТ, а також формування нового змісту їх підготовки. Отримані результати актуалізують доцільність розроблення нової системи підготовки майбутніх фахівців комп’ютерного профілю до застосування ЦТ у професійній діяльності з урахуванням сучасних тенденцій модернізації освітньої галузі.
MASTITE LOBULAR GRANULOMATOSA BILATERAL METACRÔNICA
Authors: Barbosa Barbara de Assis , Santos Corbelino Nicolle Ramalho dos , Machado Elaine Xavier , Sousa André Maroccolo de , Pinto Sebastião Alves , Sousa Juarez Antônio de
Published: November 2024

Mastite lobular granulomatosa é uma doença inflamatória benigna da mama de etiologia incerta e de evolução crônica recidivante. O presente relato mostra evolução de uma paciente de 41 anos que foi submetida a tratamento clínico e cirúrgico após recidiva em mama contralateral, apresentando evolução satisfatória após o uso de antibióticos e corticoterapia.
AVANÇOS NA TERAPIA SISTÊMICA ADJUVANTE PARA CÂNCER DE MAMA INICIAL
Authors: Oliveira Leandro Gonçalves , Lima Ana Claudia Gonçalves , Assis Barbosa Bárbara de , Sousa Juarez Antônio de , Oliveira Lucas André Araújo de , Oliveira Luiz Vinícius Araújo , Sousa André Maroccolo de
Published: November 2024

Este artigo foca em ‘escalonamentos’ ou “desescalonamentos” no cenário do câncer de mama inicial. Isto é, identificar áreas onde o cuidado ideal pode ser alcançado com ‘menos’ ou ‘mais’ tratamento. As necessidades de um paciente específico podem ser melhor definidas por meio da consideração de análises, subconjuntos ou outras abordagens individualizadas para o cuidado. As terapias adjuvantes implicam em tratamentos que precisam ser ajustados às características tumorais do paciente, comorbidades, restrições econômicas e aceitação de terapias acessíveis.