bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
National Interest and state Foreign Policy Behavior: A Doctrinal Discourse of Nigeria and the USA
Authors: Wununyatu Daniel, , Solomon Paul,
Published: May 2022

National interest and foreign policy are interrelated concepts frequently used in discussions of international relations and international politics. Nation-states do not act irrationally or are naturally benevolent; policymakers employed the concept of national interest to justify their actions or inactions either external or internal. The focus of this paper is on the efficacy of national interest in shaping the foreign policy behaviour of Nigeria and the United State. This research work further to analyse the doctrinal base of Nigeria and US foreign policy. Data for this article was through a secondary source thus, the analysis was qualitative content analysis. It is argued in this paper that what constitutes the national interest of a state varies from one state to another, and is not static. However, the paper maintains that some national interests are constant even though regime changes. The paper to this end argued that there is no state foreign policy in the world that is devoid of national interests instead, they form the basis in which a country interacts with others in economic ties, diplomatic intercourse, military cooperation, cultural convergence and a lot more.
Visual Language of Communication: Comics, Memes, and Emojis
Authors: Chaudhary Avinash
Published: May 2022

Emojis are rapidly becoming an integral part of our written language (or the ‘typed’ language) if they haven’t done so yet. Memes and GIFs are not far behind since their inclusion into the keypad of our smartphones. The present paper employs a linguistic approach to discuss the widespread use of memes and emojis in everyday text communication. In this paper, I have argued that despite many differences in application, comics, memes, and emojis all have a distinct similarity of being ‘visual’ in nature.I have shown with examples that instead of competing to replace each other, these verbal elements (words) and visual (images) elements complement the text together. The textual and pictorial elements of such textual-visual language make writing an even more efficient process of thought representation and a wholesome means for communication.
Efficient Sentimental Analysis Using Ensemble Learning for Big Data
Authors: Ashok Anith , Monga Dr. Sandeep
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Sentiment Analysis is a process of extracting useful patterns from textual data, these useful patterns include interpreting and classifying sentiment into: neutral, positive, or negative, from that data using certain analysis techniques. Field of sentiment analysis have got a lot of evolving and attention lately, it’s calling opinion mining also, it's interested to study people reviews, opinion, attitudes and evaluation. In this work, a sentiment prediction model for standford and Amazon data is proposed. The proposed model utilizes ensemble learning and clustering approaches for sentiment prediction. To make model suitable for real world and to handle big data, the model is deployed on Apache Spark. To test the suitability of proposed model in real world, the robustness and sensitivity of proposed model is be tested. Keywords: Time series forecasting, Sentiment Analysis, Hybrid Models
A Survey Paper Based On Image Encryption and Decryption Technique
Authors: Shahare Kajal G. , Adhikari Prof. Jayant
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Nowadays multimedia system knowledge protection is changing into important. The coding technique is employed to safeguard multimedia system knowledge. There are completely different techniques wont to defend confidential image knowledge from unauthorized access. during this paper, we've got an inclination to survey existing work that's used entirely completely different techniques for image coding and that we to boot give a general introduction relating to cryptography. Keywords: Encryption, Decryption, Data Encryption Standard (DES), Advanced Encryption Standard(AES), Blowfish, Modified Advanced Encryption Standard(MAES),Rubik’s Cube Algorithm
Impacts in Social Networks
Authors: . Sumitra , . Amaresh
Published: May 2022

Abstract: In this paper, we present a methodology both informal community construction and strength of impact between people advance continually, it expects to follow the powerful hubs under a unique setting. To resolve this issue, we investigate the Influential Node Tracking (INT) issue as an expansion to the conventional Influence Maximization issue (IM) under powerful interpersonal organizations. While Influence Maximization issue targets distinguishing a bunch of k hubs to boost the joint impact under one static organization, INT issue centers around following a bunch of persuasive hubs that continues to expand the impact as the organization advances. Using the perfection of the advancement of the organization structure, we propose a productive calculation, Upper Bound Interchange Greedy (UBI) and a variation, UBI+. Rather than developing the seed set from the beginning, begin from the compelling seed set we find beforehand and execute hub substitution to further develop the impact inclusion. Moreover, by utilizing a quick update technique by working out the minor addition of hubs, our calculation can scale to dynamic interpersonal organizations with a huge number of hubs. Exact examinations on three genuine huge scope dynamic informal communities show that our UBI and its variations, UBI+ accomplishes better execution with regards to both impact inclusion and running time. Keywords: Complex networks, complex systems, COVID-19, multiplex networks, optimization, social networks
An Efficient Spam Detection Technique for IoT Devices Using Machine Learning
Authors: Reddy Mr. G. Sekhar , Naik N. Rakesh , Prashanth A. , Kumar B. Pranay
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) is a group of millions of devices having sensors and actuators linked over wired or wireless channel for data transmission. IoT has grown rapidly over the past decade with more than 25 billion devices are expected to be connected by 2020. The volume of data released from these devices will increase many-fold in the years to come. In addition to an increased volume, the IoT devices produces a large amount of data with a number of different modalities having varying data quality defined by its speed in terms of time and position dependency. In such an environment, machine learning algorithms can play an important role in ensuring security and authorization based on biotechnology, anomalous detection to improve the usability and security of IoT systems. On the other hand, attackers often view learning algorithms to exploit the vulnerabilities in smart IoT-based systems. Motivated from these, in this paper, we propose the security of the IoT devices by detecting spam using machine learning. Keywords: SVM - Support Vector Machine , KNN - K-NN Algorithm , NNM - Neural Network Model, RFE - Recursive Feature Elemination.
Stabilization of Soil Using Fly Ash
Authors: Khillar Lijarani , Pattnaik Srikant , Pradhan Pinkirani , Pradhan Swagat Rangan , Samal Simantinee
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Soil is the basic foundation for any civil engineering structures. It is required to bear the loads without failure. In some places, soil may be weak which cannot resist the oncoming loads. In such cases, soil stabilization is needed .Numerous methods are available in the literature for soil stabilization, But sometimes, some of the methods like chemical stabilization; lime stabilization etc. adversely affects the chemical composition of the soil. In this study, fly ash mixes with clay soil to investigate the relative strength gain in terms of unconfined compression, bearing capacity and compaction. The effect of fly ash on the geotechnical characteristics of clay-fly ash was investigated by conducting standard Proctor compaction tests, unconfined compression test, CBR tests and permeability test. The tests were performed as per Indian Standard specifications. Index Terms: Soil, Fine Fly Ash Mixture, Soil Stabilization.
Mucormycosis or Black Fungus: An Emerging Threat among Covid-19 Patients in India
Authors: Palekar Vishwa , R Reshma
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Following the first wave of Covid-19, the second wave wreaks havoc on Indians, infecting them with a mysterious fungal condition known as Mucormycosis (Black fungus). The researchers discovered that using immunosuppressive drugs to treat Covid-19 increased the likelihood of contracting mucormycosis. Mucormycosis molds are more likely to affect patients with (have or who went through) hyperglycemia, ketoacidosis, solid organ or bone marrow transplantation, liver cirrhosis, and neutropenia. To eradicate Mucormycosis, four primary variables must be addressed: early diagnosis, removal of predisposing factors, timely antifungal therapy, surgical removal of all infected tissues, and adjuvant therapies. The management of the diseases is dependent on accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment, which may include antifungal agents as well as surgical intervention with the involved tissues. Many new agents with antimicrobial activity against Mucorales are being studied in addition to the traditional and well-proven first-line therapy of amphotericin B-based drugs or posaconazole. Keywords: Black Fungus, Mucormycosis, Amphotericin B, Posaconazole
Vehicle Black Box Based on Can and IOT Protocol 2
Authors: Rathod Jayesh , Thakur Sanjana , Waghotkar Shital , Yadav Mala , Sharma Prof. Priyanka
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Present Automobiles are being developed with more of electrical and electronic parts for efficient operation. Recently, a vehicle was built with an analog driver-vehicle interface for indicating various vehicle status like speed, fuel level, Engine temperature etc. This project presents the development and implementation of a digital driving system for a semi-autonomous vehicle to improve the driver-vehicle interface along with black box features. It uses an Arduino based data acquisition system that uses ADC to bring all control data from analog to digital format and visualize through LCD. The communication module used in this project is embedded networking by CAN which has efficient data transfer. It also takes feedback of vehicle conditions like Vehicle speed, Engine temperature etc. And is controlled by the main controller. Additionally, this unit is equipped with GPS, GSM, ESP01 for various other purposes. Keywords: Black Box, Passengers, Incident Detection, Data Parameters, Micro Controller, etc.
The Neurological Consequences of Dehydration
Authors: Maini Abhineet
Published: May 2022

Abstract: This article aims to explain and elaborate on the vast consequences that dehydration can have on the human brain. Deeply impactful problems, such as shrinkage of the brain, disruption of normal neuronal activity and attention lapses can be prevented by engaging in an activity that is perhaps arguably one of the most important for the survival of a human body: Drinking water. An adversely impacting shift is observed in the normal paradigm of activities of the human brain when the body is deprived of a sufficient amount of consumed water. Most of the problems that arise due to dehydration are observed as a series of small events, which come together to have chronic issues. In this article, the Science and the Statistics of such problems are comprehensively discussed, along with how there is much more to dehydration than meets the eye.
Android Based Development of An App Fixician for Home Utilities Using Android Programming
Authors: Gadiya Kesar , Kundiya Tanishq , Dhumal Avadooth , Kalashetti Akshad , Sonawane Prof. Sunil
Published: May 2022

Abstract: In gift state of affairs, folk’s area unit buried up during a significant work culture, as everyone seems to be engaged with busy schedules, and feverish tasks that build them deviate from family life. If any problems encounter unexpectedly, it distracts them and makes them select over the work they need to accomplish primarily. it's vital to manage each skilled and family life. In such circumstances, each one folks would have fantasized a few quite house that doesn’t have any leaks in pipes, if it doesn’t have any mess in fixing a article of furniture and a form of house that ne'er face any maintenance problems and each one among U.S. have thought that a life would be far better if no purpose of issue arises in obtaining a service at your door step and if there's no mess in talks a labour for home service. In such situation’s E-Commerce plays a significant role in today’s life because it has such a large amount of benefits in our life as a result of it makes convenient in existence of the folks. So, giving an idea to it facet of life is to style and develop a system that has several services at your step in only one click. A System that has style of services like plumbers, repair persons, cleaners, electricians, painters, taxi service laundry and plenty of a lot of. to form it snug for all the users our system additionally offers mobile surroundings that offers ease in accessing our services that's Booking Home and Individual Services Booking Home and Individual Services is on-line platform that provide Customers to rent trained staff on-line for his or her home services. Its aim is to produce fast and very best quality services to their customers. currently a days for any services like Plumbing, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical management, Home Paint and Machine Repairing, if any client desires to use this kind of services than they will undergo a private meeting or mobile decision. it's troublesome for client to seek out any service in emergency at any time and place. therefore with this project we tend to area unit attending to develop web site and golem app which can facilitate customers to seek out out answer for any issues associated with Plumbing, Electrical, Electronic, and Mechanical, pesterer management, Home Paint and Machine Repairing service. Our web site and golem application can offer a platform for all quite house hold services at any time and place. Our project also will offer the facilities like security, on-line payment, map navigation and additionally promotion, Pest Keywords: Android; Booking; Workers; purchasers.
Programing Relay Time Control Using ATMEGA 328 Microcontroller
Authors: Zade Chetan , Kohpare Aniket , Dharpawar Abhishek , More Anil , Chide Akash , Ghormode Amit , Melekar Vaishali
Published: May 2022

Abstract: Digital timer switches are used to control the operation of electrical devices based on a programmed schedule. This project describes a programmable digital timer based on the ATMEGA328 microcontroller that can be programmed to schedule the on and off operation of an electrical appliance. The appliance is controlled through a relay switch. This timer switch allows you to set both on and off time. That means, you can program when do you want to turn the device on and for how long you want it to be remained on. The maximum time interval that you can set for on and off operation is 99 hours and 59 minutes. The project provides an interactive user interface using a 16×2 character LCD along with 4 push buttons Keywords: Relay, LCD Display (16X2), Clock Unit (DS3231). ULN 2803, ATmega-328
A Study on COVID-19 Scenario Using Python Pandas
Authors: Chaurasiya Mr. Yogesh
Published: May 2022

Abstract: The World Health Organization (WHO) professed the coronavirus outburst a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on 30th January 2020 and a pandemic on 11th March 2020. First part of the study incorporates presenting global pandemic scenarios and visual analysis of first five foremost countries (USA, Brazil, India, Russia, South Africa) of world affected with the pandemic based on data mining from John Hopkins university and Github Time series data using Python 3.7 and Pandas with other tools. Followed by that an analysis is done to comprehend situations between Singapore and countrieswith similar demography to understand the critical situations. The analysis started by uploading 3 different data types of all countries in terms of Confirmed, Death and Recovery cases starting from 22nd January, 2020 to 25th July 2020. This helps to summarise the trends of COVID-19 pandemic from initiation to further spread as population and GDP plays a vital role. Thus, we found that the countries with largest population and GDP is more prone to pandemic. Keyword: Trend analysis, COVID-19, data mining, global scenario, Indian scenario
Menstrual Period Calendar Application
Authors: Chalke Vidhi , Kala Gourvi , Kadam Shruti , Tawade Manasi , Rane Ms. Vaishali
Published: May 2022

Abstract: This paper describes about a solution to a woman’s needs during their menstruation. This is a paper on a mobile app created by Vidhi Chalke, Gourvi Kala, Shruti Kadam, Manasi Tawade as our final year project. The name of the app is KNOW YOUR DATE. Anyone who has experienced a period knows that the whole affair can be tricky, which is why finding the best period tracker app is a worthy pursuit. Even if your cycle is regular, it probably comes with a whole of a lot things like mood changes, acne, body ache, and other symptoms. If you're someone who deals with a reproductive issue like endometriosis, fibroids, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), understanding your cycle as much as possible has major benefits. In short: if you are a menstruating human, a period app can probably make things a little easier. Keywords: menstruation, cycle, periods, calendar, app
The prevalence of procalcitonin positivity in patients with severe Covid-19
Authors: Hussein Nawfal R
Published: May 2022

Objectives: The aims of this paper were to characterize patients with severe Covid-19 and study the prevalence of positive procalcitonin test in those patients.

Methods: In this retrospective cross-sectional study, data were collected in infectious diseases clinic between June 2020 and July 2021. Real time polymerase chain reaction (RTPCR) was conducted to confirm the diagnosis of Covid-19. COBAS system was used to determine procalcitonin positivity following the instructions of manufacturer. 

Results: During the study period, 454 Covid-19 confirmed patients were referred to the clinic. Among those, 55/494 (11.13%) had severe covid-19 infection. Fever (89.1 %) was the most common clinical features followed by cough (29.1%) and shortness of breath (20%). In this project, we found 4/55 (7.27%) patients had elevated procalcitonin levels. High procalcitonin was not associated with clinical outcome (P=0.99).

Conclusions: In agreement with other studies, fever was the most common symptom in patients with severe Covid-19. Small number of the patients with severe Covis-19 showed elevated procalcitonin levels. This might indicate that antibiotics should not prescribed empirically to such patients. Further studies are needed to investigate this.
Doxorubicin Immobilization on chitosan-modified silver Nanoparticles as a drug delivery method for effective anticancer treatment
Authors: Jabar Manar S. , AL- Shammaree Shatha Abdul Wadood
Published: May 2022

Objective: The goal of this research is to load Doxorubicin (DOX) on silver nanoparticles coupled with folic acid and test their anticancer properties against breast cancer.

Methods: Chitosan-Capped silver nanoparticles (CS-AgNPs) were manufactured and loaded with folic acid as well as an anticancer drug, Doxorubicin, to form CS-AgNPs-DOX-FA conjugate. AFM, FTIR, and SEM techniques were used to characterize the samples. The produced multifunctional nano-formulation served as an intrinsic drug delivery system, allowing for effective loading and targeting of chemotherapeutics on the Breast cancer (AMJ 13) cell line. Flowcytometry was used to assess therapy efficacy by measuring apoptotic induction.

 Results: DOX and CS-AgNPs-DOX-FA were found to inhibit cell proliferation in the AMJ13 cell line, according to the findings. The anti-proliferative impact of these chemicals was attributed to cell death and activation of apoptosis, as evidenced by dual staining with acridine orange and Ethidium bromide. The presence of high fluorescent signals specific for cellular uptakes of CS-AgNPs-DOX-FA into the cell line's cytoplasm was confirmed.

Conclusion: According to the findings of this study, CS-AgNPs-DOX-FA has a lot of promise to be used as an anticancer delivery system. The findings imply that this conjugate should be researched further for potential use as anticancer drug.
Histological effect of Artichoke leaf extract on bone healing in rats
Authors: Kamil Nawar Bahjet , Majeed Sura Saad , Salman Mohammed A.
Published: May 2022

Objectives: This study evaluated the effect of artichoke leaves extract on bone healing.

Methods: A total of 30 rabbits were used in the current study, 60 bone defects were made, divided into 30  bone defects left without treatment and an other 30 bone defects were treated with 0.5ml of Artichocke oil. Each group was divided randomly into three period intervals (1week, 2 and 5 weeks).

Results: Current study had showed a high significant difference between the control and the experimental group in osteoclast cells account, a significant difference in osteoblast and osteocyte cells account. Also there was a high significant difference in the formation  of the blood vessels and the trabecular bone between the experimental and the control group.

Conclusion: Artichoke leaves extract was effective and faster in bone healing without any complication in comparison with the control group.
Pengolahan pisang aneka rasa dan digital marketing untuk meningkatkan perekonomian Desa Maro Sebo Kecamatan Jambi Luar Kota, Kabupaten Muaro Jambi
Authors: Ridwansyah Muhammad , Edi Jaya Kusuma , Widiastuti Fitri
Published: May 2022

Indonesian local bananas are among the types favored by consumers because they have a good taste with a fresher aroma compared to imported bananas. However, local Indonesian bananas have a weakness because they have a high water content so that bananas have a relatively short shelf life. Maro Sebo Village is one of the villages located in the Jambi Luar Kota District, in the Muaro Jambi Regency that has the potential for banana commodities. This study offers an innovation in making banana chips with different flavors so that people who like this food don't feel bored because there are many people who like snacks. The achievement target of this activity is a change in mindset so that the efforts carried out by the women's farmer group in Maro Sebo Village are more business-oriented by providing an understanding of how to start a business of various flavors of banana chips so that they become useful products and open access to online-based sales. The results achieved from this activity are the issuance of PIRT (Food Home Industry) permits and changes in behavior, namely increasing the skills of farmer women's groups, young people, changes in business results, changes in income/profits, and changes in efficiency and effectiveness of production management.
Dampak program perhutanan sosial terhadap pertumbuhan usaha dan deforestasi: bukti empiris dari Indonesia
Authors: Mulyana Mulyana , Moeis Jossy Pranata
Published: May 2022

Since 2015 the Government of Indonesia has targeted ​​12.7 hectares land reform through the social forestry program (SFP).This paper traces village SFP beneficiaries and compares them to villages that have forests that did not receive SFP on the three islands of Sumatra, Kalimantan and Sulawesi in Indonesia. The empirical analysis used the Instrumental variable method and in-depth interviews. The findings of this study indicate that the existence of SFPs has not had a significant impact on the growth in the number of businesses and deforestation in both protected and production forests zone. The reason due to limited land due to restrictions on post-determination of social forests, the entrepreneurial capacity of forest managers, not yet integrated SFP with village programs, and low capital and utilization of forest product processing technology. Meanwhile, SFPhas not yet had an impact on deforestation because of the low quality of forest management planning and policy interventions related to forest planting in critical land that hasn’tbeen optimal yet.
Peran manajemen SDM dalam pengembangan karir karyawan pada PT. Atlas Resources Tbk Jakarta Selatan
Authors: Andi Dede , Wiguna Melda
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this study is to examine and explain how the role of human resource management in the career development of employees at PT. Atlas Resources Tbk South Jakarta. The research method used is to use a qualitative design with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. This research is a field research where the problem posed in this study is determined by the current problem, so for this research is a qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. This study uses a phenomenological approach where the author will see a reality related to the role of human resource management in the career development of employees at PT Atlas Resources Tbk, South Jakarta. To determine the role of human resource management in employee career development indicators are used, the indicators used include fair treatment in a career, concern for direct superiors, information about various promotion opportunities, interest in being promoted, and level of satisfaction. Role can be defined as a distinctive behavior that characterizes each person in a work group or social context that has a large influence on an event, while career development is a formal effort to improve and add abilities that are expected to have an impact on the development and expansion of knowledge, thereby opening up the opportunity to get a position or title that satisfies the life of an employee. From the research results it is known that the role of human resource management in employee career development at PT. Atlas Resources Tbk is in accordance with their respective functions, that each line, each department has its own role and function in accordance with the existing organizational structure in the company. Therefore, employees must be managed properly, namely by helping employees plan their future careers in the company so that employees and the company can develop themselves to the maximum so that they can assist the organization in achieving predetermined organizational goals.
Pengaruh lingkungan kerja dan motivasi kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai Dinas Pemberdayaan Masyarakat dan Desa (DPMD) Kota Trenggalek
Authors: Abid Muhamad , Irqas Kamaludin
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this study was to determine partially the effect of the work environment on the performance of employees of the Trenggalek City Community and Village Empowerment Service (DPMD). To find out partially the effect of motivation on the performance of employees of the Trenggalek City Community and Village Empowerment Service (DPMD), and to know simultaneously the effect of the Work Environment and Motivation together on the performance of the employees of the Trenggalek City Community and Village Empowerment Service (DPMD). This research method uses a descriptive type with a quantitative approach. The analytical methods used in this research are validity test, reliability test, normality test, multicollinearity test, autocorrelation test, heteroscedasticity test, correlation test, multiple linear regression test, determination test and significant test (t test and f test). The results showed that partially the work environment has a positive effect on employee performance, this can be seen from the t-test with a t-value of 6.616 > 1.665 with a significance level of 0.000 this value is smaller than 0.5 (0.000 < 0.5). Partially, work motivation has a positive effect on employee performance, this can be seen from the t test with a t-value of 5.642 > 1.665 with a significance level of 0.000 this value is greater than 0.5 (0.000 < 0.5). And Simultaneously the work environment and work motivation have a positive and significant effect on employee performance, this can be seen from the results of the F test with Fcount 29.416 and Ftable 3.10 (29.416 > 3.10). Thus it can be interpreted that the work environment and work motivation simultaneously have a significant influence on employee performance.
VRFT como estrategia de control basado en datos
Authors: Amaya Pedraza Andrés Felipe , Forero Ordóñez Fabián Leonardo , Alzate Castaño Ricardo
Published: May 2022

Antecedentes: Los métodos para el diseño de controladores pueden catalogarse en dos grandes grupos: 1) basados en el modelo y 2) basados en datos. En el segundo grupo se incluyen todas aquellas técnicas de estimación que aprovechan las capacidades de cómputo actuales para realizar tratamiento masivo de información del proceso a controlar. Uno de tales métodos es conocido como la técnica de sintonización por realimentación de referencia virtual (VRFT) y constituye un algoritmo de cálculo iterativo que, por ende, se adapta a los cambios de operación del sistema. Objetivo: Ilustrar la potencialidad del control VRFT como alternativa para realizar sintonización de controladores en plantas desconocidas. Métodos: Se plantean las bases conceptuales para el método y se ilustra su uso y los resultados de simulación en un caso de estudio correspondiente con un sistema de generación eléctrica basado en una máquina de inducción autoexcitada. Resultados: Simulaciones para el caso de estudio sometido a perturbaciones de carga y suministro de potencia, muestran que la técnica basada en datos permite obtener un desempeño dinámico satisfactorio a partir únicamente de la información de los conjuntos de estímulo y respuesta sobre un sistema de modelo desconocido. Conclusión: Es posible controlar la dinámica de un sistema eléctrico con modelo desconocido, a partir de la apropiada sintonización de parámetros proporcionada por la técnica VRFT.
Mutual information analysis of mutation, nonlinearity and triple interactions in proteins
Authors: Erman Burak
Published: May 2022

Mutations are the cause of several diseases as well as the underlying
force of evolution. A thorough understanding of its biophysical
consequences is essential. We present a computational framework for
evaluating different levels of mutual information (MI) and its
dependence on mutation. We used molecular dynamics trajectories of the
third PDZ domain and its different mutations. MI calculated from these
trajectories shows that: (i) the multivariate Gaussian distribution of
joint probabilities characterizes the MI between residue pairs with
sufficient accuracy. Nonlinearities in joint probabilities calculated by
tensor Hermite polynomials up to the fifth order contribute
insignificantly. (ii) Changes in MI between residue pairs show the
characteristic patterns resulting from specific mutations. (iii) Triple
correlations are characterized by evaluating MI between triplets of
residues, certain triplets are strongly affected by mutation. (iv)
Susceptibility of residues to perturbation are obtained by MI and
discussed in terms of linear response theory.
Hydrogen Storage Capacity of Be2(NLi)2 Cluster with Ultra-short Beryllium-Beryllium Distance
Authors: Sarma Kangkan , Kalita Amlan , Konwar Dimpul , Guha Ankur
Published: May 2022

Quantum chemical calculations have been carried out to investigate the
hydrogen storage capacity of Be2(NLi)2 cluster which contains
ultra-short beryllium-beryllium distance. Calculations reveal that the
cluster can take up to 6 H2 molecules reaching a maximum gravimetric
density of 16.6 wt%. All the H2 binds at the Li atom with a moderate
binding energy which is required for reversible storage of H2. Symmetry
adapted perturbation analysis reveals significant contribution of
electrostatic and induction and very minor contribution of dispersion
towards the total interaction energy. The interaction between the H2 and
Li centre is found to possess significant covalency. Molecular dynamics
simulations reveal that the H2 molecules are strongly bound at 77K and
get slowly released at elevated temperature.
Durable disease control with apatinib, irinotecan and temozolomide in a case of metastatic primitive myxoid mesenchymal tumour of infancy
Authors: Yu Sze Hon , Kan Amanda , To Ka Fai , Lam Ying Lee , Yan Lai Sim , Liu Anthony Pak Yin , Ku Dennis
Published: May 2022

Primitive myxoid mesenchymal tumour of infancy (PMMTI) a rare and
aggressive soft tissue tumour driven by alteration in the BCOR gene.
Localised disease may be cured by surgical resection but metastatic
disease often displays suboptimal chemotherapy response. Here we report
the course of a patient with widely metastatic PMMTI, where durable
disease control was achieved with the combination of apatinib, a VEGFR
inhibitor, and chemotherapy with irinotecan/temozolomide.
Garcin syndrome in a case of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome: Case report and literature review
Authors: Darazam Ilad Alavi , Rabiei Mohammad Mahdi , Bahrami-Motlagh Hooman , Moradi Omid , Gharehbagh Farid Javandoust , Zerehpoosh Farahnaz Bidari , Hatami Firouze , Dilmaghani Nader Akbari , Shojaei Maziar , Lotfollahi Legha
Published: May 2022

In this study, we report a parapharyngeal diffuse large Bcell lymphoma
in a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected patient which had
caused the patient to suffer from Garcin syndrome.
Extended aortic arch repair via simple median sternotomy using a parabronchial approach: a case report
Authors: Kowatari Ryosuke , Sasaki Hanae , YamazakiMD Shiho , Daitoku Kazuyuki , Minakawa Masahito
Published: May 2022

Surgery for extensive thoracic aortic aneurysms is challenging. We
report the case of a young woman with Takayasu’s arteritis who developed
aortic dissection and was successfully treated with our novel extended
arch repair method, which we termed “parabronchial approach”. Surgery
was performed via a simple sternotomy. The left pulmonary artery was
compressed caudally by a surgical assistant arm typically used for
coronary artery bypass grafting. This method simplified the creation of
a distal anastomosis to the descending aorta behind the left bronchus.
Postoperative computed tomography revealed a distal anastomosis at the
sixth thoracic vertebra This parabronchial approach
could reduce the frequency of choosing a highly invasive approach and
can be a potential minimally invasive approach in cases requiring
extensive thoracic aortic aneurysm repair.
Awake cardiac surgery using the novel Pectoralis-Intercostal-Rectus Sheath (PIRS) Plane Block and Subxiphoid approach
Authors: Toscano Antonio , Balzani Eleonora , Capuano Paolo , Anna Vaninetti , Chiara Perrucci , Simonato Erika , Rinaldi Mauro , Brazzi Luca
Published: May 2022

BACKGROUND Postoperative pain after cardiac surgery is a very
important issue and affects recovery, risk of postoperative
complications and quality of life. The pain management has been
traditionally based on intravenous opioids with growing evidence
suggesting the use of opioid-free and opioid-sparing techniques to
reduce its adverse effects. CASE PRESENTATION We report the
case of a 75-years-old frail patient underwent awake mediastinal
revision with subxiphoid access due to deep sternal wound infection
using a Pectoralis-Intercostal Rectus Sheath (PIRS) plane block. During
the procedure the patient never reported pain receiving acetaminophen 1
g every 8 hours for postoperative pain management without others pain
relievers. CONCLUSION Ultrasound guided PIRS block could be an
effective and safe analgesic technique to manage sternal and subxiphoid
drainage pain in patients undergoing cardiac surgery via subxiphoid
approach.
Successful Management of Scalp Avulsion with Full Thickness Graft
Authors: Almoshantaf Mohammad , Swed Sarya , Hajjar Abdulkader , Alshawaf Ala'a , Nabhan Ahmad , Zetani Bayan , Etr Aladdin
Published: May 2022

Scalp avulsion injuries are one of the life-threatening traumatic
injuries. There are no clear guidelines to determine which
reconstructive method is superior to another in each condition. Our case
demonstrates that relatively primitive methods like skin grafting can
give greater results if done with circumspection.
Pulmonary embolism triggered by cold agglutinin syndrome in mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia
Authors: Wang Zeyu , Yang Ni , Song Wenliang , Wu Bo , Yan Jingli , Xu Wei
Published: May 2022

Mycoplasma (M.) pneumoniae is a common pathogen causing respiratory
infections in children. Pulmonary embolism is a rare complication that
may be life-threatening if not diagnosed early and treated promptly.
Here, we report the case of an 11-year-old patient with pulmonary
embolism associated with M. pneumoniae pneumonia. The patient developed
uncorrectable hypoxemia and received venovenous extracorporeal membrane
oxygenation treatment. Although the mechanism of thrombosis after M.
pneumoniae infection remains unknown, an increase in the cold agglutinin
titer indicates that cold agglutinin syndrome might be the mechanism of
this pathological change. We thought that patients who have positive
cold agglutinin after M. pneumoniae infection should be monitored for
the possibility of thrombosis formation.
“To the Editor” COVID19-associated unilateral transient phrenic nerve palsy in a young child with respiratory failure
Authors: Goussard Pierre , Solomons Regan , Niekerk Magriet van , Parker Noor , Bekker Carien , Gie Andre , Zalm M Van der , Andronikou Savvas , Rabie Helena , Toorn Ronald van
Published: May 2022

We describe a case of unilateral phrenic nerve palsy due to SARS-COV-2
in a young child, which led to prolonged and complicated ventilation.
The child was treated with methylprednisolone and IVIG, which led to a
complete recovery of phrenic function. Temporary involvement of the
phrenic nerve should be considered in children infected with SARS-COV-2
requiring prolonged ventilation. The phrenic nerve palsy is postulated
to be due to peripheral nerve involvement by SARS-CoV-2. In South
Africa, children under 12 years of age are not prioritized for
SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. This case re-iterates that even though
SARS-CoV-2 disease is mild in the vast majority of children there are
more severe presentations which, in low- or middle-income countries,
might even go unrecognized.
Clinical Training in Nursing Study Programs in Latvia and Europe
Authors:   Daugavpils Medical College, Briza Ilze , Pipere Anita ,   Daugavpils University
Published: May 2022

As a result of the Bologna Process, European countries have been operating common basic requirements for nursing education (NE) programms for several years. In 2021, reforms have also taken place in Latvia to ensure the effective development of professionals within higher education, who would become autonomous medical staff with a bachelor (Bch) education. Despite the different approaches of each European Union (EU) Member State to implementation of NE programms, the unifying element is a scope of clinical training, which under EU legislation is at least half of the total scope of study programme. According to the research, these essential requirements have had a positive impact on the development of NE across Europe. Latvian higher education institutions (HEIs) have taken over the positive experience of Europe and have aligned the scope of clinical training with the requirements of regulatory enactments. A HEI has the right to organise clinical training at its discretion, thereby creating an unequal scope of this training in certain parts of the study programme. Some HEIs implement this process as internships, while others integrate it into study courses, supplementing the theoretical knowledge and practical skills acquired in simulation rooms with the acquisition of competencies in the clinical environment (CE). However, despite the organizational differences, the unifying element of these programmes remains the total scope of studies in the CE. The NE programmes in Europe also differ in the use of the term for clinical training. Notwithstanding the designation of this peculiar study form, it is always implemented in a CE. The presented research aims to look at the essence of clinical studies and the usability of the corresponding terms in a framework of study process in a CE, as well as to analyse the differences in the scope of this study form in Bch programmes in nursing in Latvia and Europe. The document analysis method, examining 17 research papers for their compliance with international regulatory enactments, shows that clinical training, nothwithstanding different terminology, is a key component of NE in a high-quality CE. The comparison of Bch’s level nursing studies (NS) at Vilnius University (Lithuania), Riga Stradiņš University (Latvia), Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany), University of Barcelona (Spain), and Daugavpils University (Latvia) indicates that they generally comply with internationally recognized requirements for the acquisition of the nursing profession.
The Connectiveness between Assertiveness and Dependence on Social Networks of Future Teachers
Authors:   Daugavpils University, Makarevičs Valērijs , Iliško Dzintra ,   Daugavpils University
Published: May 2022

Assertiveness is the ability to act on the basis of one’s self-esteem by considering the point of view of other people, so that the behaviour remains within positive boundaries. Given the fact that online communication is already firmly entrenched in our lives, the study aims to explore the relationship between individuals' self-assertive behaviour and addiction on the use of social networks. The authors have applied two tests developed by Sheinov: "Addiction to social networks" and "Test of Assertive Behaviour."Fifty university students agreed to participate in this study on a voluntarily bases. All of them were first-year students from Daugavpils University. It was revealed in the study that the relationship between assertive behaviour and dependence on social networking is complex and non-linear and depends on age, professional and cultural characteristics of the individual. Today, the need for assertive behaviour is experienced by many branches of public life.
Exploring Students’ Perception of Gender Diversity: Implications for Diversity Management at a University
Authors:   Riga Technical University, Roskosa Antra , Stukalina Yulia ,   Transport and Telecommunication Institute
Published: May 2022

The increasing role of diversity management in educational settings is a response to numerous social challenges that modern universities encounter. The diversity management training linked with promoting social sustainability is crucial in the context of accomplishing the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations Organization. The aim of the paper is to explore students’ perception of gender diversity for mapping their attitudes to diversity and identify main barriers for accepting diversity. It is important for creating advanced teaching strategies, which can be successfully used to build the learning environment that is safe, inclusive and unbiased. In the context of diversity management, it would help the university (students/teaching staff/administration/other employees) avoid the conflicts caused by gender diversity/equality. The main research method includes a survey based on an original questionnaire developed on the basis of students’ essays. The results of the study demonstrate that students’ views on gender diversity/equality are quite sensitive and can be many-sided. This fact is of a high importance for universities to be considered for promoting the democratic processes there
Prevention, Detection and Control of Fraud by Pension Fund Administrators (PFA) and Pension Fund Custodians (PFC) Under the Pension Reform Acts 2004 And 2014
Authors:   Department of Management Science,  School of Social and Management Sciences,  Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology,  Ikere Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria Email: olaosebikan1234@gmail.com, Adeosun O.A.
Published: May 2022

This paper examines the challenges of prevention, detection and control of fraud by Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) and Pension Fund Custodians (PFCs) under the Pension Reform Acts, 2004 and 2014. It holds the view that since the activities of the PFAs and PFCs are critical to the attainment of the objectives of the Acts, their prescribed roles must be sufficiently monitored for compliance. The paper examines the concept of fraud, the roles of PFAs and PFCs and suggests some of the following control measures against fraud in pension fund management: installation of an effective accounting and internal control systems, ensuring that employees understand relevant codes of conduct, establishment of virile internal audit and appointment of audit committee among others. The paper concludes by recommending some for reaching steps to prevent and control fraud in pension funds management. These include; monitoring of RSA opening by senior staff, strengthening of pay procedure, and recruitment of right caliber of staff etc. Keywords: Internal Control, Compliance, Pension Fund Administrator, Pension Fund Custodians 1. INTRODUCTION
The Grace of Revision, the Profit of “Unconscious Cerebration”; or What Happened When Teaching the Canon Became Child's Play
Authors: Dalke Anne
Published: May 2022

Academic study generally highlights the work of consciousness, which operates in terms of a few variables, simple causal relations, and coherent stories. A course on “Big Books of American Literature” brought to the foreground the activities of the more generally neglected unconscious: an extraordinarily rich repertoire of behavior that operates in terms of complex multidimensional values, and so is more likely to provide grist for interesting, productive, open-ended conversations.
Ideology, Life Practices, and Pop Culture: So Why Is This Called Writing Class?
Authors: Fitts Karen
Published: May 2022

The author argues that first-year students understand “writing” narrowly and that introductory writing courses should deepen that understanding. The article describes class projects designed to help students see themselves as authors (closely related to “authorities”), create a “community of dissensus,” and raise awareness of ideology—their own and others'.
Motivation to Learn in General Education Programs
Authors: Glynn Shawn M. , Aultman Lori Price , Owens Ashley M.
Published: May 2022

All members of the higher education community share the important goal of fostering college students' motivation to learn. Which contemporary constructs best explain students' motivation, however, is an issue of debate in this community. This article discusses motivational theory and research and draws implications for general education programs.
A Discourse-Based Theory of Interdisciplinary Connections
Authors: Nowacek Rebecca S.
Published: May 2022

Working inductively from classroom research and guided by a Bakhtinian view of language, the author proposes a discourse-based theory of interdisciplinary connections. The article includes examples of four discursive resources individuals draw on to make interdisciplinary connections—content, propositions, ways of knowing, and classroom genres—with special focus on genres.
Promoting Transfer of Learning: Connecting General Education Courses
Authors: Benander Ruth , Lightner Robin
Published: May 2022

General education programs rely on students transferring learning from one context to another. This transfer cannot be taken for granted. Faculty must see individual courses as elements of a larger experience and focus on specific techniques promoting transfer. Classroom experiences serve to illustrate the elements of transfer that require emphasis.
A Pedagogy of Force: Faculty Perspectives of Critical Thinking Capacity in Undergraduate Students
Authors: Halx Mark D. , Reybold L. Earle
Published: May 2022

Interviews at a liberal arts university explored faculty perspectives of undergraduate critical thinking capacity. Questions focused on definitions of critical thinking, how they influence pedagogy, and the role of institutional culture. Constant comparative analysis revealed four predominant themes: pedagogical experimentation, the content connection, pedagogy of force, and the resistance factor.