bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A STUDY OF OBSTETRIC HYSTERECTOMY OVER A PERIOD OF 5 YEARS AT CUSMCH
Authors: RAHUL M RATHOD  , HARSHDEEP K JADEJA  , BHAVESH B AIRAO
Published: October 2024

Objectives: The study aimed (1) to determine the indication of obstetric hysterectomy and (2) to determine the fetomaternal outcome.
Methods: This is a hospital-based retrospective study carried out in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, C.U.Shah Medical College and Hospital from January 2018 to December 2020.
Results: Out of 8881 deliveries during our study period, there were a total of 20 patients who underwent an obstetric hysterectomy, the incidence being 0.2%. Nine cases out of 6871 vaginal deliveries and 11 cases out of 2510 cesarean deliveries required an obstetric hysterectomy. Maximum patients, seven out of 20 were between 31 and 35 years age group followed by six patients between 36 and 40 years and five patients above 41 years. Only two patients were below 30 years of age. Most of the cases (70%) belonged to the lower middle class and 30% were from the upper middle class. About 60% were registered antenatal care (ANC) cases while 40% never visited any health-care facility. Out of 20 patients who underwent an obstetric hysterectomy, 18 patients (90%) were referred from another center while only 2 patients (10%) were admitted at our center. Eleven patients that are 55% delivered outside the institute among which three patients were home delivered by unskilled birth attendants. Nine patients were delivered at our center and among these sseven patients were referred from adjoining primary health-care centers, community health-care centers, and other private hospitals. Our institute being a tertiary hospital, maximum high-risk and complicated deliveries were referred.
Conclusion: Obstetric hysterectomy is an unwanted but necessary emergency in obstetrics. It is a life-saving procedure in many catastrophic conditions, although it curtails the future. Good ANC, identification of risk factors, timely referral, and intervention at a well-equipped hospital can reduce obstetric hysterectomies. With the increasing incidence of cesarean deliveries and morbidly adherent placenta, the need for obstetric hysterectomy is increasing. With the improvement of modern obstetrics and modern modalities for the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage and adherent placenta, there is a reduction in the number of obstetric hysterectomies.
CORRELATION BETWEEN PSYCHOLOGICAL PARAMETERS SUCH AS DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, AND STRESS AND AFFECT SCORE AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS
Authors: BHAGYASHREE N  , KIRAN VEERAPANENI
Published: October 2024

Objectives: In the modern era, internet use has turned out to be a significant arena for day-to-day life activities. Proper use of the internet is harmless, but misuse of this tool might lead to disruptions in psychological health and social relationships, yet available reports about the association between internet use and affect are inconsistent. Hence, the objective is to assess and correlate the psychological parameters with the affect score among medical college students using the depression anxiety stress scale (DASS)-21 questionnaire and positive and negative affect schedule (PANAS) scale.
Methods: The present study was a cross-sectional study conducted on medical students in the age group of 17–22 years. 150 participants were recruited by random sampling. DASS-21 scale was used to assess depression, anxiety, and stress, consisting of 21 items designed to measure emotional states of depression, anxiety, and stress. PANAS is designed to assess individuals’ positive and negative moods.
Results: Pearson’s correlation of these psychological parameters with affect scores had a significant negative correlation with the positive affect score (depression [p=0.003], anxiety [p=0.01], and stress [p<0.04]) and a significant positive correlation with negative affect score (depression [p<0.02], anxiety [p=0.0009], and stress [p=0.01]). Students should be closely monitored with regard to their use of the internet, and also, internet addiction and psychological behaviors can be reduced by providing early counseling and interventional therapy.
Conclusion: Awareness about the harmful effects of excessive internet use should be provided so as to enhance the academic performance of students.
STREAMLINING REGULATORY DOCUMENTATION: EXPLORING THE COMMON TECHNICAL DOCUMENT (CTD) AND ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION, WITH EMPHASIS ON M SERIES ACCORDING TO ICH GUIDELINES
Authors: RASHYAP SARASWAT  , ANKITA RAIKWAR  , SUBHRANSHU PANDA
Published: October 2024

A number of regulatory bodies have worked together to create the Common Technical Document (CTD), including the United States Food and Drug Administration, the European Medicines Agency, and the Japanese Ministry of Health. This standardized format facilitates the collection and submission of regulatory documentation pertaining to applications for new medicines. Since its inception in 2000, the CTD has been widely adopted internationally, including by nations such as Canada, Australia, and India. The CTD aims to streamline the submission process, reduce duplication of effort, and facilitate regulatory evaluations by providing a uniform structure for technical documentation. This article outlines the guidelines and organization of the CTD, including its modules covering administrative information, quality, non-clinical studies, and clinical trials. The CTD’s significance lies in its ability to improve regulatory efficiency, promote data transparency, and expedite the availability of new medicines to patients. However, challenges persist, such as variations in regional requirements and the need for continued adaptation to evolving technological standards. Electronic submissions and improved information management are two ways in which the new electronic CTD (eCTD) has improved submission procedures. Despite some ongoing issues, the CTD and eCTD represent significant advancements in regulatory documentation, with the potential for further innovation and global adoption in the future.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CLINICOHISTOPATHOLOGICAL CORRELATION IN PATIENTS OF PSORIASIS AND PSORIASIFORM LESIONS WITH KI67 AND CD34 IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL EXPRESSION
Authors: KALYANI VEMAVARAPU  , SAMA SNEHAJA REDDY  , SABBINENI RAMYA  , BIJJAM RAJASHEKAR REDDY
Published: October 2024

Objectives: Psoriasis, characterized by chronic inflammation of the skin, stands as a notable example of a psoriasiform tissue pattern. In dermatology, the term “psoriasiform dermatitis” frequently appears across various inflammatory skin conditions, presenting challenges for dermatologists and pathologists alike in accurate differentiation. Relying solely on clinical features may prove insufficient in distinguishing between psoriasis and other psoriasiform dermatoses. Therefore, comprehensive differentiation requires consideration of clinical, histopathological, and immunohistochemical factors. Our study is to compare the clinicohistopathological features of psoriasis and psoriasiform dermatitis and to evaluate the immunohistochemical expression of CD34 and Ki67 in psoriasis and psoriasiform dermatitis.
Methods: This retrospective study was conducted at the Department of Pathology, Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences, Ghanpur, focusing on cases between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2022. Clinical histories were extracted from requisition forms submitted by the Department of Dermatology. The study analyzed paraffin blocks from 50 patients each diagnosed with psoriasis and psoriasiform dermatitis. Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue samples were processed into 4-micron sections and initially stained with hematoxylin and eosin. The immunohistochemical analysis included primary antibodies against Ki-67 and CD34, with positive controls sourced from strongly positive samples of squamous cell carcinoma and capillary hemangioma, respectively. Appropriate negative controls were employed to ensure the accuracy of our findings.
Results: In our study, we analyzed a total of 100 cases, comprising 50 cases each of psoriasis and psoriasiform dermatitis. Among the psoriasis cases, there was a male predominance with 29 males and 21 females, while psoriasiform dermatitis also showed male predominance with 32 males. The mean age was 33.8 years for psoriasis and 34.8 years for psoriasiform dermatitis. The majority of psoriasis cases fell in the 21–30 years age range, whereas for psoriasiform dermatitis, it was between 31 and 40 years. Significantly, our immunohistochemical analysis revealed that the mean staining intensity of the two markers was notably higher in psoriasis compared to psoriasiform dermatitis.
Conclusions: In our study, we observed that the expression levels of Ki-67 and CD34 biomarkers were significantly elevated in psoriasis compared to psoriasiform dermatitis. Notably, four cases of psoriasiform dermatitis demonstrated positivity for CD34 in our analysis. This finding suggests a potential avenue for further research to explore the implications of CD34 positivity in psoriasis.
AGRICULTURAL WORKERS AND BURDEN OF MORBIDITY: A COMMUNITY-BASED CROSSSECTIONAL STUDY IN A RURAL BLOCK OF WEST BENGAL
Authors: DHIRAJ BISWAS  , ISHITA SARKAR  , PRAFULLA CHANDRA PAL  , NIRMALYA SINHA  , SANJAYA KUMAR SAHOO
Published: October 2024

Objective: Agriculture is one of the most hazardous occupations in developing and industrialized countries. Most agricultural workers in developing countries have poor housing conditions and an inadequate diet and are exposed to both general and occupational diseases. The study was undertaken to find out the prevalence of occupational morbidity and its associated risk factors among agricultural workers in a rural Block of West Bengal.
Methods: The study was conducted among agriculture workers of Habra Block-I of the state of West Bengal. Multistage random sampling method was followed to select a total of 302 individuals who were distributed among the four villages according to the Probability Proportional to Size (PPS) method.
Results: The majority of workers (58.6%) were suffering from nutritional pallor/anemia and dental carries/dental stains were 45.4%. Among other morbidities, 42% of workers were suffering from respiratory morbidity, 26.8% of workers were suffering from cardiovascular diseases, and 26.5% were suffering from hypertension. Duration of work (more than 8 h/day) was significantly associated with morbidity also other covariates such as age, sex, type of family, smoking status, and alcohol consumption had significant effects on morbidity among agriculture workers in both bivariate and multivariable linear regression.
Conclusion: This research revealed not only the high prevalence of morbidities among the study population but also the occurrence of a large population with modifiable risk factors such as alcohol consumption, smoking, high load and long duration of work, poor personal hygiene, and non-use of personal protection equipment; the latter, if taken care, will reduce the morbidities of the agriculture workers.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan dan Keunggulan Produk Terhadap Loyalitas Nasabah
Authors: Sopyan M. Shaehul , Hakim Imamul , Millatina Afifah Nur
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of service quality and product excellence on customer loyalty at BMT Al-Hasan Mitra Ummat Lenek. This study examines these variables which are thought to have an influence on customer loyalty at BMT Al-Hasan Mitra Ummat Lenek. This study uses a type of quantitative research that has two independent variables, namely service quality and product excellence. And customer loyalty as the dependent variable. Data collection techniques were carried out using a questionnaire (questionnaire), observation. And the sample used in this study were 100 respondents with incidental sampling techniques. Then the data analysis technique used in this study is the reliability test, validity test, using the Smart PLS application. From the results of the study, it is concluded that in an individual test (Ttest Test) service quality has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty, product excellence has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty.
Apropriação do signo Deus em discursos de posse presidenciais
Authors: Silva Elias Coelho da , Nascimento Ilderlândio Assis de Andrade
Published: October 2024

A noção de signo na perspectiva de Bakhtin e do Círculo apresenta um significativo potencial analítico. Neste estudo, essa noção é mobilizada para compreender sentidos produzidos pela apropriação do signo Deus em discursos de posse de presidentes do Brasil, especificamente Jair Messias Bolsonaro (JB-19) e Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (Lula-03, Lula-07, Lula-23). A investigação aprofunda questões que colocam em relação os discursos de posse e seus sentidos decorrentes do ato da apropriação do signo Deus, considerando aspectos extraverbais, como a situação sócio-político-ideológica do País. A análise revela diferentes valorações da apropriação desse signo, que decorrem dos contextos que instauram os enunciados. Também revela que Deus é arena de relações dialógicas conflituosas. Além disso, mostra intenções dos discursos no ato de apropriação, seja pela imposição do signo Deus sobre outros signos, seja pela construção da imagem de um Deus benevolente e democrático.
ANALYSIS OF SALES AND SERVICE PRICING MECHANISMS FROM AN ISLAMIC ECONOMIC PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Muzani Muhammad Wafa Ahda , Susilo Adib
Published: October 2024

A trading activity will not escape the name of the price. Unclear prices can cause many things, for example, entrepreneurs do not like buyers and vice versa, even buyers can do something that can damage the good name of the seller or company and many other consequences. Therefore, the price really needs to be considered. This study aims to analyse the pricing mechanism and services at Latansa Gontor convection from an Islamic economic perspective. In this context, four pricing indicators according to the Islamic perspective are considered: wisdom, transparency, honesty and justice. The research method used is qualitative with an open coding approach. Data were collected through interviews with the manager of Latansa Gontor Convection as well as direct observation at the production site. The results of the analysis show that Latansa Gontor Convection successfully applies the principle of wisdom in pricing and services, this can be seen from how customers get clear information before the transaction. In addition, Latansa Gontor Convection adjusts product prices by taking into account customer needs and goals, as well as recognising the level of production difficulty in service pricing to provide appropriate compensation to employees.
Differences in quality between canned and pouched tuna packed with various media
Authors: Demirtaş Erol Nida
Published: October 2024

Canned and pouched tuna products may be present in different liquid media such as brine, different types of oil and sauces in the markets. Limited reported information about the pouched tuna products and the differences between them in different liquid media available in Turkish markets. pH values of CW and PW were lower than the others. TBA values of all groups were found to be below the limits for development of an objectionable odor/taste. Omega 6/omega3 ratio was determined very high in CS and PS. On the other hand, higher content of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) were found in CW and PW when compared with others (CO, CS, PO, PS). Heavy metal contents of tuna products, they were found to be safe according to limits for arsenic, mercury, lead and cadmium levels. L* values of all canned tunas (CO, CS, CW) were significantly higher than the pouched tunas (PO, PS, PW). b* values of both CW and PW were lower than the other groups. CW got the significantly lowest overall quality, color and taste scores when compared with the others. As a matter of fact, pouched tuna products especially PW were recommended for health purposes.
Secured Fog-Body-Torrent : A Hybrid Symmetric Cryptography with Multi-layer Feed Forward Networks Tuned Chaotic Maps for Physiological Data Transmission in Fog-BAN Environment
Authors: S Parvathy , A Packialatha
Published: October 2024

Recently, the Wireless Body Area Networks (WBAN) have become a promising and practical option in the tele-care medicine information system that aids for the better clinical monitoring and diagnosis.  The trend of using Internet of Things (IoT) has propelled the WBAN technology to new dimension in terms of its network characteristics and efficient data transmission. However, these networks demand the strong authentication protocol to enhance the confidentiality, integrity, recoverability and dependability against the emerging cyber-physical attacks owing to the exposure of the IoT ecosystem and the confidentiality of biometric data. Hence this study proposes the Fog based WBAN infrastructure which incorporates the hybrid symmetric cryptography schemes with the chaotic maps and feed forward networks to achieve the physiological data info security without consuming the characteristics of power hungry WBAN devices. In the proposed model, scroll chaotic maps are iterated to produce the high dynamic keys streams for the real time applications and feed-forward layers are leveraged to align the complex input-output associations of cipher data for subsequent mathematical tasks. The feed forward layers are constructed which relies on the principle of Adaptive Extreme Learning Machines (AELM) thereby increasing randomness in the cipher keys thereby increasing its defensive nature against the different cyber-physical attacks and ensuring the high secured encrypted-decrypted data communication between the users and fog nodes. The real time analysis is conducted during live scenarios. BAN-IoT test beds interfaced with the heterogeneous healthcare sensors and various security metrics are analysed and compared with the various residing cryptographic algorithms. Results demonstrates that the recommended methodology has exhibited the high randomness characteristics and low computational overhead compared with the other traditional BAN oriented cryptography protocol schemes
Introduction of Outcomes-Based Education in Indian Management System for Sustainable Education
Authors: Choudhury Binoy Krishna , Sengupta Piyali
Published: October 2024

This paper aims at analyzing the concept of outcome-based education (OBE) in postgraduate level management education. In general, the higher education system undergoes a transformation from teacher-centric education into a student-centric outcome-based educational system. Implementing an outcome-based education curriculum poses a great challenge in the higher education system, especially in management, since management education itself is a professional education system that aims to prepare students for industry readiness with domain knowledge as well as different management skills. Along with domain knowledge of their specialized areas, students need to demonstrate other aspects like systemic or holistic thinking, the integration of different perspectives, skills such as critical thinking, communication, and finally different attitudes and values. Without holistic thinking, it is difficult to develop a sustainable future for the students as well as for society. When combined, holistic thinking and outcome-based learning create a powerful framework for developing well-rounded, effective problem solvers, and lifelong learners. An analysis of OBEs proposed in this paper considers parameters related to management students, such as the Program Outcome (PO) and Course Outcome (CO). The sample is taken from a business school in India, where the dataset comprises a total of 31 papers in four semesters of the two-year management program, where students are mostly fresher or have a maximum of two years of previous job experience. In the present paper, with the help of a case of a professional program, a framework is shown to set targets or refine POs and COs to continuously improve upon the outcome of education following a P-D-C-A cycle.
Natural Language Processing (NLP) Application For Classifying and Managing Tacit Knowledge in Revolutionizing AI-Driven Library
Authors: AHMAD TARMIZI WAN AINOL MURSYIDA BINTI , Zanol Rashid Asma Nadia , MUHAMMAD SAPRI AREENA AQILAH , YANGKATISAL MANI
Published: October 2024

The rapid evolution of technology has transformed library systems, with Natural Language Processing (NLP) emerging as a pivotal tool for enhancing knowledge management. This study aims to examine how NLP can improve the classification and management of tacit knowledge within AI-driven libraries, addressing the challenge of handling large volumes of unstructured data. The objective is to explore how NLP can optimize the retrieval, organization, and access to tacit knowledge, thus enhancing decision-making processes in libraries. The research adopts a conceptual design, synthesizing existing literature and theoretical models, including Information Processing Theory and Constructivist Theory, to propose a framework that integrates NLP with traditional knowledge management practices. Methodologies include a thorough review of recent advancements in NLP technologies and their applications within knowledge management systems. The study’s findings demonstrate that NLP significantly improves the accuracy and efficiency of knowledge retrieval by automating the processing of natural language data. This allows better access to tacit knowledge, supporting more informed decision-making. The outcomes of the study are twofold: it enhances existing knowledge management frameworks theoretically, and it provides practical insights for libraries to leverage NLP for greater operational efficiency and improved user experience. The study also underscores the need for future research on the real-world application of NLP and its ethical implications, such as data privacy and algorithmic bias.
Well-Being of Older People in East Asia: The People’s Republic of China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea
Authors:   University of Arizona and University of Tokyo, Ichimura Hidehiko , Lei Xiaoyan ,   Peking University, Lee Chulhee ,   Seoul National University, Lee Jinkook ,   University of Southern California, Park Albert ,   Asian Development Bank, Sawada Yasuyuki ,   University of Tokyo.
Published: October 2024

This study examines the well-being of older people in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Japan, and the Republic of Korea (ROK) using microlevel data. It focuses on depressive symptom scales and the impact of demographic, economic, social, and health factors. Although much of the differences of the results across the three countries is due to the differences in the characteristics of older people, significant unexplained differences remain. In particular, even after accounting for several factors, older people in the ROK are more likely to be depressed than in the PRC or Japan.
A VNS-based approach for solving the Manhattan metric straddle carrier routing problem with buffer areas
Authors: Cürebal Ahmet , Radojicic Nina , Heilig Leonard , Vos Stefan
Published: October 2024

This paper presents a metaheuristic approach for solving an optimization
problem that arises at container terminals where straddle carriers (SCs)
transport containers between the stacking areas and the seaside. In such
container terminals, operational efficiency depends mainly on SC routing.
SCs routes should consider the order in which containers are unloaded and
loaded at the quay cranes (QCs), taking into account the limited capacity of
the buffer area of each QC where containers are temporarily stored after
being handled by a QC or an SC. Besides the precedence relations (i.e.,
container sequences) and buffer capacities, the solution framework considers
safety constraints. Efficient routing of SCs directly contributes to
minimizing the idle time of QCs, thereby improving their overall
productivity and minimizing the turnaround time of vessels, which is the
objective of the problem. Specifically, we present two different variants of
the Variable Neighborhood Search (VNS) algorithm. Each variant is
initialized in both a greedy and a random manner. These algorithms address
the problem by incorporating four LS operators commonly utilized in vehicle
routing problems. We perform a comparative analysis of the results of these
four approaches against each other and against solutions generated by an
exact solver. Our numerical experiments show that the proposed algorithms
perform better than the used solver, especially for bigger instances. A
comparison with the results from the literature is also given and shows that
the proposed VNS-based approach provides competitive results.
Bernoulli's polynomials Approach for Special Type of Integro Differential Equation
Authors: Ahmed Akram Abdalwahid , Al-Juboury Abdul Khaliq
Published: October 2024

In this paper, Bernoulli's polynomials approach is employed for solving approximately linear Fractional Fredholm integro-differential equations via Petrove-Glerkain method. The Fractional derivatives are described in the sense Caputo. The approximate solution is compared with the exact solution to confirm the validity and efficiency of the method to a same as before. Some illustrative examples are presented.
Radiographic Imaging and Osteometric Analysis Os Penis in Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)
Authors: Baygeldi Saime Betul
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to determine the macroscopic features of the os penis of the Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes), as well as radiographic images and morphometric measurements using a digital electronic caliper. In this study, 4 adult male red fox os penises, which were previously brought dead from nature by students and whose skeletons were exhibited in our anatomy museum, were used. Macroscopic and morphometric measurements were taken and anatomical structures were analysed by radiographic imaging. Os penis is thicker at the proximal end and tapers towards the distal end, terminating in a cartilaginous tip. There are three margins, one dorsal and two ventrolateral to the sulcus urethiralis. The dorsal edge forms a crista on the median of the bone, extending from proximal to distal. The crista becomes shallow at the distal 1/3 of the bone and disappears completely at the cartilaginous end. Sulcus urethralis is found on the ventral side Os penis of the Red Fox measured as, length of the os penis 56.70mm, Distal diameter 2.96mm, Proximal diameter 3.85mm, length of the sulcus urethralis 35.13mm, width of sulcus urethralis 2.95mm, length of the fibrous cartilaginous tissue 5.70, width of the fibrous cartilaginous tissue 1.77mm. As a result, it has been observed that the os penis of the red fox, which is a part of wildlife, is similar to the other members of the team, the dogs, and radiographic images have been combined with new techniques and a literary contribution has been made. Wild animal anatomy has been supported by more detailed examination of these species. It is thought that the data obtained in the study can be used in future morphometric, zoo-archaeological and taxonomic studies.
Evaluation of the Larvicidal Activity of Marigold (Tagetes erecta) Flower Extracts in Mixed Cultured Mosquitoes
Authors: Murray Sedra A , NP Alih , EG Sepalagio
Published: October 2024

For decades, scientific studies related to wildlife have been little reviewed for national inventories, with birds and mammals being the only faunal groups that have official lists and specific numbers. Although it is true that species of insects and other invertebrates appear constantly, this is not an excuse for not having official lists of species reported for science. In this review, a total of 507 were found for Costa Rica, 7 of Andrenidae, 299 of Apidae, 30 of Colletidae, 106 of Halictidae and 65 of Megachilidae. Any other species outside of this list that has been found, collected in Costa Rican territory and is not on this list is a new report.
Monitoring the Release of Black Iguana from a Management Unit into Two Ecosystems
Authors: García José Luis Arcos , N Ruiz-García , JM Villa-Hernández , R López-Pozos , H Santiago-Romero , LJ Arroyo , MA De Labra-Hernández
Published: October 2024

Monitoring the release of a living being into a habitat is essential in order to generate information about the animal’s adaptation to the natural environment. The aim of the present study was to monitor the behavior of the black iguana (Ctenosaura pectinata), undergoing the process of release into 1) tropical deciduous forests and 2) an agroforestry ecosystem. The study was carried out at the CECOREI-UMAR facilities, where 24 females in different states of the life cycle: hatchling, juvenile and adult were kept. The transportation and the release of the iguanas were carried out in four periods of 15 days. Behavioral variables were measured and evaluated through a completely randomized block design with a 2x3 factorial arrangement, with four time periods. There was an effect (P<0.0001) related to the age of the iguanas. The hatchlings and adults were seen to recognize predators and flee from them (P<0.05). In conclusion, the age of iguanas is a factor that can counteract the adaptation ability of the species when released into environments such as tropical deciduous forest or an agroforestry ecosystem
Determination of Fatty Acid Composition, Functional Group, and Compounds Found in Cocoplum (Chrysobalanus icaco L) Seed Oil Using GC-FID, FTIR, and GC-MS Instrument: Extractions, Physicochemical and Phytochemical Parameters
Authors: ES Adaora , AO Bamgboye , OC Ethelbert
Published: October 2024

Seed oil has been used as an alternative cooking oil due to its bioactive components and nutritional properties, which benefit human health. The cocoplum, a genus of Chrysobalanus icaco L, is a seed rich in oil containing dietary fatty acids to prevent oxidative damage, blood lipid, and cardiovascular diseases. This study aimed to provide information on the physicochemical parameters, percentage (%) composition of fatty acids present, functional groups assignment, and phytochemistry of cocoplum seed oil. The physicochemical analysis was investigated, and the result of parameters such as the density (0.9583 g/cm3 ), moisture content (7.4%), refractive index (1.479 at 40 o C), acid value (5.34 mg KOH/g), saponification value (194.1 mg KOH/g), peroxide value (ranging from 3.02 to 6.50, 5.02 to8.95 and 6.02 to 10.05 when the oil was exposed to contact air, temperature, and combination of contact air/temperature during the storage period) and iodine value (5.219 g) were obtained. The Origin Pro 2019 statistical software was used for data analysis. The oil sample extracted from the cocoplum has a golden yellow color with a pleasant odor. The oil sample has a pH of 7.23, which is safe for human consumption. The phytochemistry screening revealed that cocoplum seed oil contains flavonoids, alkaloids, terpenes, quinones, cardiac glycosides, and betacyanin, which improve the human heart and reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The FTIR of the cocoplum seed oil indicated the presence of aldehydes, aliphatic hydrocarbons, and esters. The GC-FID instrument determining the % composition of fatty acids revealed that seed oil has four primary abundant fatty acids. They include stearic (24.99%), oleic (20.5%), linoleic (13.1%), and palmitic (5.99%). These compounds are vital in preventing the human body from chronic diseases and other oxidative damage. Therefore, it can be concluded that cocoplum (Chrysobalanus icaco L) seed oil can be recommended as the best dietary oil due to its therapeutic properties, nutritional value, affordability, and safety.
Potential of ZnO Nanoparticles: Exploring Biological Activity and Applications
Authors: Shridhar Mathad , R Raghavendra
Published: October 2024

Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their unique properties and potential applications in various fields. With their exceptional optical, electrical, and chemical properties, ZnO nanoparticles have shown promise in biomedical, environmental, and industrial sectors as well. This editorial provides an overview of the potential of the ZnO nanoparticles, highlighting their biological activity and prospective applications
The Usage of Fikr (Facet, Insight, Knowledge and Resilience) Personality Testing to Select the Best Agribusiness Executives: A Personnel Management in Agribusiness
Authors: Yap Chee Kong
Published: October 2024

This short note proposed employing FIKR (facet, insight, knowledge and resilience) personality traits (PTs) testing to select the best agribusiness executives for a sustainable agricultural food supply production for the farmers. The FIKR testing would identify the best personnel manager to execute the best agricultural practices and solve food supply shortages. Using the FIRK testing, the selected best agribusiness executive may reform to improve food security and production for future generations by addressing the factors of governmental regulations, resource availability, infrastructure, and market dynamics. Therefore, we foresee that the selected best agribusiness executive can help solve the projected food supply insufficiency in the coming decades.
Morphological and Molecular Detection of Spongospora subterranea on Plant Harvest in Infected Powder Scab Plots in Antioquia
Authors: Gonzalez Jorge Andres Betancur
Published: October 2024

Potato powdery scab is a disease that negatively affects both roots, causing gall formation, and tubers, resulting in brown pustules. Additionally, it leads to the development of resistance structures that can persist in the soil for several years. Globally, it is one of the most limiting diseases for potato cultivation. This study aimed to identify the species present in areas with a historical occurrence of powdery scab and to evaluate their role as alternative hosts for the pathogen. Samples were collected in the municipalities of Santa Rosa de Osos and La Unión (Ant- Col). The presence of structures (plasmodia and cystosori) associated with the pathogen in the roots was determined using trypan blue staining followed by optical microscopy analysis. Morphological identification revealed twenty-six families with pathogen structures, including Acmella mutisii, Amaranthus dubius, Bidens pilosa, Galinsoga quadriradiata, Holcus lanatus, Hypochaeris radicata, Juncus microcephalus, Oxalis corniculata, Pennisetum clandestinum, Phytolacca bogotensis, Poa annua, Polygonum nepalense, Raphanus raphanistrum, Rumex crispus, Sonchus oleraceus, Trifolium repens, Verbena litoralis, along with Fragaria x ananassa, Solanum tuberosum, and Zea mays. Molecular analysis using RT-PCR for the detection of Plasmodiophoromycetes revealed the presence of Spongospora subterranea in Solanum tuberosum; Polymyxa betae in S. tuberosum, O. corniculata, and T. repens; and Polymyxa graminis in Z. mays. This comprehensive study highlights the importance of crop rotation and weed control to disrupt the pathogen’s lifecycle as effective strategies to mitigate the impact of the disease. It emphasizes the role of alternative hosts and their substantial contribution to elevated inoculum levels.
Research data use in a digital society: a deliberative public engagement
Authors: McGrail Kim , Teng Jack , Bentley Colene , O'Doherty Kieran , Burgess Michael
Published: October 2024

BackgroundSources of public and private data and ways to link them continue to evolve. This offers new opportunities for research, and new reasons for data-holding organisations to form partnerships. While research using these data can be beneficial, there is also a potential for negative consequences for some individuals or groups, including unintended or unanticipated effects. It is important to consult the public on how we might achieve both opportunities to link different types of data for research purposes, and protections against the misuse of data and the possibility of negative consequences.
MethodsCombining data sources for research was the topic of four days of deliberation held in British Columbia, Canada in late 2019. Public deliberation events bring diverse groups of people together to give direct input to policy makers, through carefully structured in-depth discussion on issues that are controversial and/or a source of public concern. Participants discussed whether data from electronic medical records should be used for research purposes, whether it is acceptable to combine data from public and private sources, who should authorise its use in research, and how a public advisory group on data use might be structured.
ResultsOver four days, 29 residents of BC developed 17 deliberative conclusions that can be grouped into four broad topic areas: balancing benefit and potential harms when linking data; the protections that are expected to govern use of data; the type of authorisation required; and how the public should be involved in an ongoing way. Overall, the public is very supportive of research as long as oversight and controls are in place, including ongoing input from members of the public.
ConclusionDeliberative conclusions from this event provide essential public input on the use of linked data for research, in particular when those data come from multiple sources. This is important information as policy-makers continue to develop legislation and practices around the use and linkage of both public and private sources of data.
Voice of Empowerment: Debunking Gendered Language in Emma Watson’s Advocacy
Authors: Rosyidah Nur , Suhandoko Suhandoko , Syuhra Marsha Aqillah Putri , Rochmah Maulidya
Published: October 2024

For nearly five decades, Robin Lakoff’s women’s language features have been well examined. These features such as hedges, intensifiers, and rising intonation have traditionally positioned women as powerless language users due to their less-assertive nature. However, few have highlighted how these features can serve as rhetorical strategies that can effectively utilized to argue confidently without appearing overly assertive, in line with social expectations. This study examines women’s language features used by Emma Watson at the HeForShe Campaign 2014. By using a descriptive qualitative method, we collected data from Emma’s speech to identify the features of the women’s language that she used to address gender equality issues. The study found six of Lakoff’s (1975) women’s language features, with lexical hedges being the most frequently used to represent politeness and caution in speaking as well as expressing respect for the interlocutor. Notably, tag questions, precise color terms, hypercorrect grammar, and avoiding strong swear words were not found, likely due to their irrelevance to the feminism-focused topic in the campaign. Instead of highlighting the perceived weaknesses of women’s language, this study emphasizes that women’s language can be a means to empower women’s voices. Emma effectively and persuasively delivered her campaign by using her mastery of language, storytelling techniques, and rhetoric to engage the audience. Overall, Emma strategically utilized women’s language to demonstrate her linguistic capability and even persuade the audience effectively rather than showing the weakness of women’s language as commonly perceived by previous studies.
Features of theoretical approaches to the category "abuse of law" in the countries of the Anglo-American legal family
Authors: Yermolenko D.О.
Published: October 2024

The article examines the peculiarities of theoretical approaches to understanding the category of «abuse of law» in the countries of the Anglo-American legal family, primarily in Great Britain and the United States. In particular, by using a set of philosophical and worldview, general scientific, special scientific methods (primarily, comparative legal, historical legal, normative, functional) and principles of scientific knowledge: the evolution of theoretical ideas about the abuse of law, their consolidation in legislation and practical implementation in individual states of the Anglo-American legal family; the peculiarities of the legal terminology used in the legislation and judicial practice of Great Britain and the USA to determine the abuse of the right are revealed; the characteristic features and general trends of the theoretical understanding and legislative consolidation of the category of «abuse of law» in the specified states have been established. It is argued that the principle of good faith is inherent in the entire legal system of Great Britain as a whole and is reflected in its individual provisions, and the duty to establish the facts about the presence or absence of abuse of the law corresponds to judicial or other competent authorities. It has been established that the doctrine of good faith is important in US judicial practice, but there is no description of the criteria of good faith in US law, their definition is left to the discretion of the court.
It is proved that both English and American legislators do not provide a clear definition of the term ‘abuse of law’ in the provisions of legislation. The content of this concept is defined and disclosed in judicial practice and legal doctrine, which are closely interrelated and are based on the assessment of such actions from the standpoint of reasonableness, good faith and fairness. Depending on the branch of law and the legal system of the state, abuse of law is most often understood as damage or loss. Damage is the destruction or diminution of material goods. Losses are understood as real losses and lost profits.
It is concluded that despite the fact that the problem of abuse has not been comprehensively resolved, in practice the judicial system of the United Kingdom and the United States is quite effective in combating manifestations of abuse of law.
Foreign experience of evaluating the effectiveness of police activity and the possibility of its implementation in Ukraine
Authors: Shyshkarova O.G.
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the study of foreign experience in assessing the effectiveness of police activities and the analysis of the possibility of its application in Ukraine. In particular, the author examines the foreign experience of evaluating the effectiveness of police activities in such countries as Austria, Great Britain, Estonia, Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, the USA, France, and the possibility of its implementation in Ukraine. Particular attention is paid to evaluation methods that combine quantitative and qualitative indicators of police performance. The authors point out the importance of internal and external control, with a significant role for public control, which is ensured through surveys, reporting and other forms of interaction with the public. The experience of foreign countries also includes the use of statistical reports on crime, such as in the United States and Austria, which allow not only to assess the work of the police but also to increase the level of trust in law enforcement agencies. It is concluded that the introduction of a point-based performance evaluation system should be applied to the personal assessment of each police officer.
Based on the study, we conclude that in all foreign countries analyzed by us, today much attention is paid to the assessment of the effectiveness of police activities, which is due to the social purpose of its activities, but, given the existing legal system, organizational and legal framework for the activities of police units, and the adopted system of their management, the criteria for such assessment differ. In addition, we have found that certain forms of police performance evaluation, such as public opinion polls and annual reports on police performance, are common to both national and most foreign police systems. As a result of summarizing foreign experience in assessing the effectiveness of police activities, the author suggests using the following positive issues, namely: introduction of the above-mentioned US experience in Ukraine, since such ‘Crime Maps’ are available; use of the positive experience of the HM Inspectorate for Constabulary (UK) in the activities of the newly established Department of the Main Inspectorate and Human Rights of the National Police of Ukraine, in particular, in assessing the quality of police services.
Criminal liability for the destruction or damage of flora
Authors: Babailova L.M.
Published: October 2024

The article analyses the issues of criminal liability in Ukraine for destruction or damage to flora. According to the current Criminal Code of Ukraine, liability for this criminal offence is established by Article 245 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.
The article emphasises that Russia’s full­scale invasion of Ukraine has led to massive and systematic destruction of, and damage to, flora and fauna, and has become a serious problem that has caused and continues to cause significant environmental damage.
The environmental damage caused during armed conflicts will continue to affect the state of ecosystems and natural resources long after they end. The author notes that no country in the world has ever investigated war crimes against the environment on the scale of our state. Based on the results of the analysis, the author of the article concludes that legislative and law enforcement shortcomings pose the risk of significant deterioration of the environment both in the territory controlled by Ukraine and in the uncontrolled territories.
At the same time, the draft Criminal Code in its current version does not in any way address the problem of the lack of differentiation of liability for intentional and negligent destruction of flora, which indicates an urgent need to improve the relevant draft provisions of the new Criminal Code of Ukraine.In addition, the interaction of state authorities with environmental and human rights organisations in assessing environmental damage, monitoring the state of the environment, etc. is still unsatisfactory.
Civil society, citizens, and the legal community do not yet pay due attention to environmental criminal offences, mostly perceiving them as secondary. At the same time, we believe that timely and correct consideration by the courts of criminal offences under Article 245 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine is an important means of protecting the right of citizens to a safe environment guaranteed by the Constitution.