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Atomism In Vaisheshik Philosophy: An Analysis of the Fundamental Building Blocks of The Universe
Authors: Dr. Babaloo Pal
Published: September 2023

This research paper explores the concept of atomism within the Vaisheshik philosophy, one of the six orthodox schools of ancient Indian philosophy. Vaisheshik, propounded by sage Kanada, postulates that the universe is composed of discrete, indivisible entities known as atoms, ('anu' in Sanskrit). The discussion focuses on the conceptualization of these fundamental entities, their classifications, and their combinations resulting in the composite universe. This paper delves into the fundamental principles of Vaisheshik philosophy, examines the nature and characteristics of atoms according to this school of thought, and discusses their significance in understanding the structure of the universe. The article provides a critical analysis of atomistic theory in relation to modern scientific understandings, highlighting the Vaisheshik system’s relevance and compatibility in contemporary philosophical and scientific discourse. It examines the philosophical implications of atomism, probing how these atomic theories contribute to the broader understanding of reality, perception, and the inherent order or 'dharma' governing the universe.  Moreover, the article explores the interplay between the microcosmic atomic realm and the macrocosmic universal phenomena. Through a meticulous examination of this ancient philosophy, the article underscores the enduring nature of Indian philosophical thought and its intersection with modern science. By exploring the atomistic perspective of Vaisheshik, this research aims to contribute to a broader understanding of ancient Indian philosophical systems and their approach to cosmology.
Concern for Human Rights Violation: A Study of Mahasweta Devi
Authors: Rashmi Singh  , Dr. Nisha Gupta
Published: September 2023

In the literary landscape, Mahasweta Devi stands out as an illustrious writer who, with precision and visceral detail, traces the saga of tribulations and societal marginalization experienced by tribal communities. Upon a comprehensive reading of Devi’s body of work, an observer might be inclined to conceive of her as a metaphorical celestial emissary, descended upon the terrestrial plane with the sole purpose of assuaging the sorrows of the voiceless; those who, being bound by their fear, were rendered unable to raise their voices against the oppressive landlords and zamindars. Devi, in her profound humanity, contemplates deeply on the circumstances of the impoverished dalits and tribals, who were deprived of basic human rights. The balance of power was tipped in favor of the affluent and zamindars, thereby allowing the latter to exploit the disenfranchised at their discretion. The tribal and dalit communities were victims of both physical and sexual harassment, and they were effectively silenced, stripped of their right to protest their own subjugation and oppression. In the context of the societal framework, these communities were marginalised, excluded from the mainstream discourse of life. Devi, with her empathy and indignation, assumed the role of their voice, tirelessly advocating for their plight. She strived to disseminate information about their gruesome conditions through her research papers and books, which subsequently evolved into a form of literature that voiced the experiences of these communities. During her era, the governmental structure was steeply biased against the indigent. Their interests and welfare were disregarded, and policies largely favored the prosperous. Devi’s work serves as a critique of this system, shedding light on the grim reality of social stratification and advocating for an inclusive society that upholds the dignity and rights of every individual. The present research article draws vivid details of the sufferings and marginalization of the tribals as represented by Mahasweta Devi in her works.
Technological Approaches in Mathematics and Science Education: Microlearning
Authors: MERCAN Gamze , VAROL SELÇUK Zümrüt , KÖSEOĞLU Pınar
Published: September 2023

Microlearning is regarded as a novel approach to meeting many learning demands, including individual learning, lifelong learning, and work-based learning. A learning strategy called microlearning focuses on giving students enormous amounts of (macro) material in manageable chunks over a little period of time. These little segments, also known as micro-content, help students retain the knowledge quickly without subjecting them to voluminous material. It is believed that breaking up the knowledge into manageable chunks helps learners better adapt to the information-processing process and acquire new material. With all of this in mind, it may appear that activities that allow students to actively engage in math and scientific studies, make connections to the real world, work in groups, support both their internal and external goals, and get lucid and insightful feedback are crucial. This study aims to investigate the design and implementation of microlearning, one of the technological approaches to math and science instruction, in informal, formal, and non-formal settings. It also explores the characteristics of micro content and how it relates to mobile learning using examples.
Role of Yoga Prana Vidya healing techniques in successful and speedy recovery of skin ailments: A multiple case study
Authors: Saloni Dilip Shah  , Atheesh Kumar M  , Sundar Balaji  , Shweta Kotian  , Venkata Satyanarayana Nanduri
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Skin ailments are those diseases that affect the skin. They can be triggered either due to some bacteria or fungal infections or some dust or food allergies or imbalances in the digestive system causing eruptions or itching on the surface of the skin. Some skin ailments are also genetic in nature caused due to poor lifestyle and environmental conditions. Material and Method: This study uses the case study method by collecting data from multiple patients and recording their feedback. Results: The skin conditions treated in 6 cases were: Skin Infection, Folliculitis, Warts on the skin, Boils on the skin, Skin allergy, and Fungal moles using YPV healing protocols along with the practice of YPV Sadhana App component, with complete cure resulting after a few weeks of healing. The patients experienced complete cures after the respective healers healed the cases, without any medical intervention. Conclusion: It is observed that the no touch and no drug, distance healing Yoga Prana Vidya modality which is a holistic and integrated energy healing system has been effective in treating a variety of ailments including various skin issues. Further research using appropriate sample and methodology is recommended.
Seroconversion and safety of Covid-19 vaccines in patients with chronic liver disease and liver transplant: A systematic review
Authors: Elzouki Abdel-Naser Y. , Elshafei Mohamed Nabil , Aziz Afia , Elzouki Islam , Waheed Muhammad Aamir , Farooqui Khalid , Azad Aftab Mohammed , Habas Elmukhtar , Danjuma Mohammed I.
Published: September 2023

Background and Aims: As part of the COVID-19 control strategy, a growing number of vaccine portfolios evolved and got fast-tracked through regulatory agencies, with a limited examination of their efficacy and safety in vulnerable populations, such as patients with chronic conditions and immunocompromised states. Patients with chronic liver disease (CLD), and cohorts post liver transplant (LT) in particular, were underrepresented in the determinant trials of vaccine development, hence the paucity of data on their efficacy and safety in published literature. This systematic review aims to examine the available evidence and ascertain the effectiveness and safety of Covid-19 vaccination in patients with CLD and those with LT.

Methods: A systematic review of PubMed (Medline), Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, and ScienceDirect from inception until 1st March 2022 was conducted. We included observational studies and assessed vaccine efficacy regarding seroconversion or immunological rate, whereas serious or significant adverse effects have been considered safety outcomes when reported.

Results: Studies comprised 45275 patients, performed in 11 different countries. Seroconversion or immunological rate after Covid-19 vaccination was mostly the primary endpoint, whereas other endpoints like covid-19 related adverse effects were also reported. Twenty-four of the final analyzed studies are prospective cohort studies, while four are retrospective cohort studies. Twenty-one studies included patients who underwent LT and received the Covid vaccine; nine included patients who had CLD due to various etiologies. The median age range of all included patients varied from 43–69 years. All patients with LT who received at least two doses of Covid vaccine had a seroconversion rate of around 60%. Patients with CLD had a seroconversion rate of about 92% post two doses of Covid vaccination. The average seroconversion rate in post-transplant recipients was around 45% after two doses of the significant Covid vaccines: Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Moderna, and Jansen. Only two studies have reported a higher seroconversion rate of 75% and 73% after the third dose of Covid vaccine. No significant adverse effects were reported in all studies; the most commonly reported negative effect was local injection site pain.

Conclusion: The present systematic review, comprising real-world observational data studies, concludes that Covid-19 vaccination was associated with 92% and 60% seroconversion rates in patients with CLD and LT, respectively. No significant side effects were reported in all studies. This finding helps to resolve the uncertainty associated with Covid-19 vaccination in this cohort of patients.
TÜRKİYE'NİN YERELDE GÖÇ YÖNETİMİ ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME
Authors: DEĞİRMENCİ Mehmet
Published: September 2023

Göç, çok farklı disiplinlerle iç içe geçmiş, tarih boyunca da var olmuş bir kavramdır. Her ne kadar tüm insanlığın inkar etmediği bir durum olsa da henüz üzerinde mutabık kalınmış net bir tanımı bulunmamaktadır. Türkiye tarih boyunca yoğun kitlesel göçlere maruz kalan bir ülkedir. Özellikle Osmanlı son dönemlerinden günümüze kadar birçok politikayı önemli seviyede etkileyen göç hareketleri, göç politikaları ve kurumsallaşma konusunda net bir tavrın ortaya konulmasına engel olmuştur. Bu ise kurumsallaşma ve net bir politika belirleme konusunda olumsuz etki yapmıştır. Çalışmamızda günümüzde Türkiye’nin göç yönetim yapısı içerisinde yerelde göç yönetimi genel olarak ele alınacak, devamında da bu alan üzerine Suriyeli göç dalgası özelinde eksik yönleri üzerinde durulacaktır ve önerilerde bulunulacaktır. Literatürde salt yerelde göç yönetimi üzerine çalışma olmaması, bu çalışmayı önemli yapan nedendir. Literatür tarama yöntemi kullanılarak ortaya konulan çalışmamız, birincil kaynaklardan yararlanmıştır.
DIGITAL VIOLENCE AND WOMEN: SYSTEMATIZATION OF RESEARCHS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH
Authors: ÇALIŞ DUMAN Meral
Published: September 2023

This study is based on the inequality that women experience in digital spaces and the oppression and anxiety in their lives. In addition to the violence that women experience in the private or public sphere, they also experience some difficulties in the digital field. The fact that people spend more time in the virtual environment, and the increase in their use of smart phones and the internet has led to the transfer of violence against women to digital platforms. The aim of this research is to keep the issue on the agenda due to the increasing trend of digital violence, to systematize studies in the academic field and to guide future research. For this purpose, systematic literature review method was used in the research. The relevant literature on digital violence/digital violence and women has been reviewed, studies have been defined and analyzed. It has been seen that the studies are mostly society and culture-oriented, and digital violence is frequently studied together with social media, partner violence, domestic violence, pornography, sexual harassment. Studies have been systematized according to the types of digital violence against women. In this direction, comments were made according to the findings and suggestions were made for future research.
Havran Siyah İncirinin (Ficus carica) Şeker ve Uçucu Aroma Bileşimi
Authors: Kıralan Mustafa , Kıralan Sündüz Sezer
Published: September 2023

Havran Siyah İnciri 2023 yılında coğrafi işaret almış, Balıkesir ili Havran ilçesinde yetişen mor-siyah renkli bir incirdir. Kendine özgü tatlı ve meyvemsi duyusal hisleri baskın olan bu incirin şeker bileşimi ve uçucu aroma bileşimi belirlenmiştir. Tatlı bir tada sahip olan bu incirin şeker bileşimini ağırlıklı olarak fruktoz (66.71 gL-1) ve glikoz (65.74 gL-1) oluşturmaktadır. Havran Siyah İncirinde meyvemsi duyusal hislerini uçucu aroma bileşenleri oluşturmaktadır. Bu meyvemsi duyusal hisler, alkoller ve esterler grubunda yer alan bileşenlerden kaynaklanmaktadır. Akol grubunda yer alan 3-metil-1-butanol ve 2-metil-1-bütanol bileşenler içerisinde en fazla oranda yer alırken, ester grubunda etil-2-metil bütirat baskın bileşen olarak tespit edilmiştir.

Anahtar Kelimeler: Havran siyah inciri, şeker bileşimi, uçucu aroma bileşimi
Comparison of the Effectiveness of Struvite and Some Commercial Fertilizers on the Growth of Lettuce
Authors: Erdal İbrahim , Mejri Rahma , Yaylacı Cennet , Türkan Şevkiye Armağan
Published: September 2023

This paper aimed to examine the effectiveness of struvites obtained from NH4 recovery from biogas liquid fermented products as fertilizers. For this, the effectiveness of two type of struvite (STR1 and STR2) on lettuce grown in acid and calcareous soils was compared with widely used commercial fertilizers, namely diammonium phosphate (DAP), monoammonium phosphate (MAP), triple superphosphate (TSP), and 20-20-20. Therefore, 200 mgkg-1 phosphorus equivalent amount of each material was mixed with the soil. The study was performed as a pot experiment under greenhouse conditions. The experiment was arranged with three replications according to a completely randomized design, and each soil was evaluated individually. The results indicated that the treatments significantly affected the growth parameters and leaf SPAD values for each soil. In both soils, the highest plant fresh weight values obtained from STR1 and STR2 applications despite being in the same statistical group as DAP and 20-20-20 fertilizers in terms of their effectiveness. At the same time, it was observed that struvite applications in soils were either more effective or comparable to other chemical fertilizers in terms of other parameters. Overall, it can be concluded that both struvites are superior or comparable to other chemical fertilizers in the examined parameters.
Alvania skylla n. sp. from the Mediterranean Sea (Gastropoda: Rissoidae)
Authors: Tisselli Morena , Micali Pasquale
Published: September 2023

A new Mediterranean species of the genus Alvania Risso, 1826 is described: Alvania skylla n. sp. The new species has been collected in the Central and Western Mediterranean Sea (Sicily, Malta, Tyrrhenian Sea and Ceuta) at 20–90 m depth. In the literature, it has been reported as A. subareolata Monterosato, 1869, from which it differs for the bi-angulate whorl profile, the much stronger ribs and spiral cords forming acute tubercles at crossings. The spiral cords are in number of two (rarely three), instead of always three. Axial ribs are less numerous (12–16 against 18–23). The labial varix is much stronger and larger, with the cords passing over it. When seen from the side the labial varix is straight instead of slightly sinuous. The characteristics of A. subareolata living in Sicily and Western Mediterranean are compared. The relationship with Rissoa ignorata Pallary, 1920 from the Atlantic coast of Morocco is discussed. The new species is compared with Alvania guancha Moolenbeek & Hoenselaar, 1989 from the Canary Islands. Rissoa areolata Philippi, 1844 is here considered nomen dubium, while Rissoa caribaea var. asperrima Monterosato, 1873 is considered nomen nudum.
Living for Translation: An Interview with Professor Zhang Zhizhong
Authors: ZHANG Zhizhong , WANG Zuyou
Published: September 2023

In his rich career as a translator, Professor Zhang Zhizhong has formed a unique aesthetics on translation based on his own experience: spirit over form, prose enjambment to rewrite Chinese poetry into sterling English poetry. In Professor Zhang’s opinion, the English translation of Chinese poetry, broadly speaking, is divided into two schools: metrical school and liberal school, and there are poems translated in metrical style and liberal style, mixed with both good and bad ones. Being poetic, or poetry itself, is the most important point. In the interview, Professor Zhang expressed his hope to be friends with the students majoring in translation and make joint efforts in the globalization of Chinese culture and literature. It is his belief that the English translation of Chinese poems shall be poems themselves, and excellent poems in the English world, which, ideally, are published by the prestigious publishing houses in Western countries, hopefully, to exert influences on the readers. This is the ultimate goal of the globalization of Chinese culture and literature.
The Normal Standards and the Three Standards: Examining the New Situation of Mohist Religious Thought
Authors: HUANG Jiaofeng
Published: September 2023

The chapter titled “Fa Yi” within the book Mozi delves into the religious doctrines of the Mohist belief in a higher deity, serving as the bedrock of legitimacy for the Mohist religion. In addition, the empirical principle of “San Biao,” found scattered throughout various chapters of Mozi, forms the basis for evaluating the effectiveness and utility of Mohist judgments and arguments, thus contributing to the establishment of Mohist religious thought. However, in the past, the religious significance of “Fa Yi” and “San Biao” has often been overlooked, leading to regrettable omissions. This article aims to rectify this by highlighting these two components as vital elements of Mohist religious thought.
Exploring the Translator’s Subjectivity in Audiovisual Translation from a Multimodal Perspective: A Case Study of English Subtitling of Chinese Doctors
Authors: LYU Fangjun , YU Deying
Published: September 2023

Emerging technologies and new media enable translators to become smarter and more professional while their subjectivity is confronted with new challenges. In the context of the digital age, translators are required to strengthen the practical interaction with the audience and give full play to their subjectivity. This study takes Chinese Doctors, the first Chinese film to record the COVID-19 epidemic, as the research object, and uses multimodal discourse analysis as the theoretical framework to analyze how translators can realize their subjectivity in audiovisual translation from four aspects: culture, context, content and expression. It can be found that by coordinating various modes, the translators exercise their subjectivity to the full play in accordance with the plot development, thus improving the overseas audience’s understanding and recognition of Chinese audiovisual works and facilitating Chinese culture to go abroad.
A Peritextual Study on the English Translations of Zhen La Feng Tu Ji
Authors: ZHENG Guangsi , LIU Yingchun
Published: September 2023

It is rather difficult to translate The Maritime Silk Road classic Zhen La Feng Tu Ji because of its rich cultural connotations. This paper analyzes the specific peritexts of the English translations of this classic, including the preface, annotations, and other forms of peritexts. The results show that the peritexts such as preface and annotations can help construct a rich interpretation field, reveal the translator’s translation motivation, and effectively improve the accuracy and acceptability of the translated text. Furthermore, the length of the peritexts reflects the translator’s need to interpret the original text and further shows differences between translations. It is hoped that this study can shed light on translation research and practice of the Maritime Silk Road classics and provide a new direction for the study of paratexts in the future.
Analysis of the Present Situation of Translation Practice Report Writing for Application-oriented English Majors and Its Countermeasures
Authors: ZHANG Lei
Published: September 2023

Translation practice report is a practical writing mode in applied undergraduate English majors. This study conducted surveys through open-ended questionnaires and interviews, aiming to understand the current situation, identify problems, propose strategies, and explore a translation practice report writing mode that better suits applied undergraduate programs. The investigation focused on the purposes of the practice, the process of translation practice, and the process of writing the practice report. The results showed that students’ main motivation for engaging in translation practice was intrinsic, driven by interests and the desire to improve translation skills. During the translation process, students extensively used online resources for assistance. The greatest difficulty encountered in translation practice was translating complex and lengthy sentences, while the quality control of the translated texts heavily relied on supervision from mentors. The most significant challenges faced during the writing process of the practice report were whether or not to utilize theories and how to apply them effectively to guide case analysis.
Professional Certification of Higher Education in Germany and Its Implications for Cross Disciplinary Evaluation in China
Authors: CHEN Qi , SHI Yuting , XU Jingwei
Published: September 2023

With the development of the German higher education certification system, its certification standards and procedures are also improving day by day. In this context, a large number of institutions have emerged that provide certification services for higher education. This article mainly focuses on two cross-disciplinary certification bodies, the Professional Accreditation and Quality Assurance Agency （AQAS） and the Certification and Quality Assurance Institute （ACQUIN）, to analyze the commonalities and differences between the two certification bodies from the perspectives of standard formulation and expert review. The results indicate that in terms of standard formulation, ACQUIN emphasizes the improvement of the quality system of the profession itself, while AQAS focuses on the positioning and characteristics of a certain profession in relevant industry fields. In terms of expert evaluation, ACQUIN and AQAS have different focuses on ensuring program fairness and expert selection. ACQUIN values the evaluation ability of experts, while AQAS places greater emphasis on their academic background.
Globalization, Mission, and the Latest Development of Critical Educational Studies: An Interview with Professor Michael W. Apple
Authors: HU Pingping , W. Appler Michael
Published: September 2023

Globalization is the third stage in the development of Professor Apple’s critical educational studies, which is also called “the third trilogy.” In this interview, Professor Apple first elaborated on the reasons for his taking globalization into account. Then, he told the story of the family and social missions he had undertaken as a critical scholar/activist. Finally, he introduced the latest developments in critical educational studies, claiming that critical educational studies are now in a period of transition because many studies are quite fragmented. The solution to this problem is what he called the theory of “decentered unities.” He suggested that critical scholars should pay more attention to intersectionality. When they are examining the various dynamics, they should try to look at the interconnections of all these dynamics.
Visualized Research Hotspots Analysis of “Knowledge Sharing” Based on CiteSpace (2012-2022)
Authors: SUN Chenxi
Published: September 2023

This article uses “knowledge sharing” as the thematic keyword to retrieve and analyze relevant literature on knowledge-sharing research from the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) database between 2012 and 2022. CiteSpace, a visualization software, is employed for visual analysis. The findings reveal that the forefront of knowledge-sharing research from 2012 to 2022 mainly focuses on innovation performance, evolutionary games, organizational learning, and virtual communities.
Chapter 2 Exploration and Mining in China
Authors: Feng Tao
Published: September 2023

As the second largest economy in the world, China plays an important role in the global mineral resources sector. In this contribution, an overview of the minerals industry of China covers the evolution of policies, mineral rights, mineral royalties, and mineral taxation. The advantages and challenges of conducting exploration and mining in the country are discussed. With more and more international mergers and acquisitions, Chinese companies have begun to more consistently apply Western technologies and management to their domestic and overseas exploration and mining projects. Despite the controversial mineral royalty policy and increasingly strict environmental protection regulations, the government recently relaxed some other regulations to make it easier for the industry. The general trend of improving conditions for overseas investment in China’s exploration and mining industry is encouraging for international companies and investors in mineral exploration.
Chapter 11 Magmatic Ni-Cu and Pt-Pd Sulfide Deposits in China
Authors: Li Chusi , Ripley Edward M. , Tao Yan
Published: September 2023

Economically valuable magmatic Ni-Cu sulfide deposits in China include the large (515 million tonnes [Mt] of sulfide ore) Jinchuan deposit and 12 smaller ones (3–100 Mt), including Xiarihamu (100 Mt), Huangshanxi (80 Mt), and Poyi (40 Mt). These deposits occur in two principal tectonic environments: within continental plates and at convergent plate margins. The former group can be further divided into those that are hosted in the feeders of a flood basalt province, such as Limahe, and those that occur in rifted continental margins, such as Jinchuan. The latter group can be further divided into those that formed during active subduction, such as Xiarihamu, and those that formed shortly after subduction (20–40 m.y. later), such as Poyi. Despite different geodynamic settings, the Chinese magmatic Ni-Cu sulfide deposits are all characterized by low tenors of platinum group elements (PGEs), indicating PGE depletions in the parental magmas. The small Jinbaoshan deposit (15 Mt, 3 ppm Pt + Pd) is the only significant magmatic PGE deposit in China. It is hosted in a small sill-like ultramafic intrusion associated with the Permian Emeishan flood basalts in southwestern China. The Chinese magmatic Ni-Cu and Pt-Pd sulfide deposits collectively show a positive correlation between Ni/Cu ratios in sulfide ores and forsterite contents in olivine, indicating that fractional crystallization is an important control on Ni/Cu in the parental magmas. The Os isotope data for these deposits support the premise that addition of external sulfur is essential for the generation of ore-quality magmatic sulfide deposits. More detailed geochronological studies are necessary to detect intrusion targets that may be temporally related to other known ore-bearing intrusions in a given area or region. The recent discovery of the subduction-related Xiarihamu Ni-Cu sulfide deposit is consistent with the idea that convergent plate tectonic settings in the world have potential for world-class magmatic Ni-Cu sulfide deposits. We suggest that the Paleozoic Kunlun orogenic belt in the northern part of the Tibet-Qinghai plateau, where the Xiarihamu deposit is situated, is a new frontier for Ni-Cu exploration in China. Furthermore, the search for economic magmatic Ni-Cu and Pt-Pd sulfide deposits associated with the subvolcanic intrusions of the Permian Emeishan flood basalt province in southwestern China should continue.
Healthcare and Social Justice
Authors: Mayfield Sydney
Published: September 2023

The two most critical issues facing the intersection of healthcare and social justice are environmental health disparities and healthcare affordability. In general, poor communities which disproportionately are minority, are often most affected by environmental health disparities. An article by the Berkeley Public Health Institute1 suggests that people of color are more likely to be exposed to pollution which is a direct product of systematic racism. This is a significant health crisis because pollution affects the human respiratory system, making people of color more susceptible to respiratory illness, cardiovascular disease, Parkinson’s disease, and cancer. Additionally, environmental racism plays a huge role because communities of color are often exposed to hazardous environmental conditions such as water pollution and industrial facilities. Due to unjust policies, these communities have historically been targets for polluting industries to build factories.2
Analysis of the Everyday Struggle of Black Americans
Authors: Khademian Leila
Published: September 2023

The United States’ racist past is constantly trying to be erased, but its effects are felt and lived by Black Americans–specifically those who are African descendants of slavery. People both within and outside the system know that it has been specifically built to target and cause disparities for people of color; it is important for people to be aware of the actual impact that this imbalance has. Racism affects the quality of life of Black Americans due to racial disparities like the varying perceptions of persons based on racial bias and the lack of authoritative protection of Black people. This can lead to bigger problems such as hypersexualization, systemic neglect, and even death.
Problems faced by the Public Health Systems of Hinterland Communities in Guyana and How We Can Help Solve Them
Authors: Wilson Tomon Xavier Antonie
Published: September 2023

Public Health has many factors, it is through identifying these factors and determining whether they are being effectively applied to a nation and its people that we may understand the shortcomings or challenges in the public health system. Some factors that influence persons accessing public health care services include access to these services, persons having sufficient knowledge on when to seek care, persons wanting to seek medical attention etc.
Navigating Food Deserts: Examining Effects and Remedies
Authors: Skinner Isabel
Published: September 2023

Obesity is described as an excessive increase in body fat that poses a risk to health problems such as high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, and stroke. The National Institutes of Health notes that 2 in 5 adults in the United States have obesity, including severe obesity. Diabetes is a chronic disease that impacts how the body turns food into energy. Type 1 diabetes is believed to be an autoimmune reaction where the body is unable to produce insulin, a hormone produced in the pancreas that regulates glucose in the blood. Type 2 diabetes where an individual is unable to produce or use insulin effectively, and is unable to regulate blood sugar at normal levels. The number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has doubled within the last twenty years, due to poorer diets and lack of physical activity.
THE INFLUENCE OF FEAR OF COVID-19, MEDIATED BY PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS, WITH ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AS A MODERATOR, IMPACTS EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
Authors: REHMAN SU , REHMAN AU , ELAHI A , RAFIQ M , KHAN R , JAFFAR F , AIN QU , AWAN S , MUJAHID MUF , RAHIM N , AKHTER S , DEVI N , AVINASH . , IRFAN S , SHAIKH R , IBRAGIM Y , MEHMOOD R
Published: September 2023

The main objective of this research was to investigate how fear of COVID-19 affects the mental well-being of employees in Lahore. The study considered two important factors: the potential mediating effect of psychological distress and the potential moderating effect of perceived organizational support, and aimed to establish connections between these variables. The study gathered data from 324 participants from the public sector, regardless of gender, occupation, or job status, using convenient sampling methods and Google Forms and questionnaires. The results showed that individuals working in healthcare and the general public who experience increased levels of fear about COVID-19 are more likely to have compromised mental health. However, perceived organizational support was found to have no significant potential to alleviate the negative impact of psychological distress on employees' mental health. It is important to note that the study's conclusions are specific to the population surveyed in Lahore, as the research was limited to a single city in Punjab and the sample size was small. Future research could focus on strategies to mitigate fear during pandemics, thereby improving the overall quality of life for individuals. This study highlights that emergencies such as the fear generated by COVID-19 can negatively impact both physical and psychological health among employees. Therefore, it is recommended that healthcare workers and other professionals receive training to enhance their resilience in the face of such emergencies. This research fills a gap in current knowledge by examining the management of pandemic-related fear and its consequent negative impacts, while also highlighting the crucial role of perceived organizational support. Additionally, the study emphasizes the intermediary function of psychological distress in this context.
Study on Multidrug, Extensive Drug and Pan Drug Resistance in Septicemic Infants
Authors:   Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan., Riaz Muhammad , khan Ibrar ,   Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan., Khan Shahtaj ,   Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, Pakistan., Sattar Fazal ,   Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan., khan Muhammad Ilyas ,   Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan., Azam Sadiq ,   Centre of Biotechnology and Microbiology, University of Peshawar, KP, Pakistan.
Published: September 2023

Background: Septicemia is common in neonates and is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in the early stages of life. With positive signs and symptoms, early-stage diagnosis and treatment of neonates are important to decrease death rates and complications. This article will provide an in-depth study to evaluate the resistance pattern including multi, extensive and pan drugs resistance in septicemic infants. Materials and Method: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out at Rehman Medical Institute (RMI), Hayatabad Medical Hospital (HMC) and Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH), Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and 999 blood samples were collected from septicemic infants (1 day to 1 year of age) belonging to both genders. Blood was screened for the presence of pathogenic bacteria and their complete data was collected and analyzed with SPSS-20. Results: In total 999 collected blood samples, 105 (10.5%) were found positive for septicemia. In these 105 positive cases, males were 70 (66.6%) while 35 (33.3%) were female infants. Out of 105 positive cases, 66 (62.8%) revealed growth of Gram positive while 39 (37.1%) for Gram negative bacteria. The most common Gram positive bacterial isolates were Staphylococcus aureus 56 (53.3%) and Enterococcus spp 10 (9.5%) while Gram negative were Klebsiella pneumonia 11 (10.5%) followed by Escherichia coli 10 (9.5%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa 7(6.7%), Acinetobacter baumannii 5 (4.8%), Stenotrophomonas mettophilia 3 (2.9%) and Enterobacter, Serratia and Citrobacter spp (one isolate each). Conclusion: The S. aureus isolates were resistant to Penicillin and Cephalosporin while were sensitive to Glycopeptides and Oxazolidinone group. The Enterococcus isolates were resistant to Aminoglycoside and Macrolides group while were sensitive to Glycopeptides, Rifamycin and Oxazolidinone. The isolates of Enterobacteriaceae were mostly resistant to penicillins and were sensitive to colistin and Piperacillin/ Tazobactam. In the current study 63.8% isolates were MDR, 2.9% XDR and luckily no PDR isolate was found.
Strengthening Formal Word Utilization in Amharic Language Classroom Instruction: The Case of Third Year Trainees of Debre Markos Teachers’ Education College, Amhara Region, Ethiopia
Authors:   Debre Markos Teacher Training College, Amhara Region, Ethiopia., Anagaw Simegn , Melesse Solomon ,   Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies, College of Education, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia, P. O. Box 79.
Published: September 2023

This study was aimed at identifying prospective teachers’ word utilization and improve their formal word selection and utilization in the Amharic language instructional process. This research was carried out in the Amharic Language Department of Debre Markos Teachers’ College. In doing this research, the researchers recorded the names of all the participants and coded them while they were learning about vocabulary in chapter two of the course entitled ‘Basic Mother Tongue’. The purpose of vocabulary and language learning is to help learners not to use informal vocabulary for social communication and properly utilize formal words and phrases, and as the informants are the will be language teachers, it is to help them become role models for their respective students at primary schools. The researchers tried to solve the observed problems using the regular class provision by simply focusing on the prospective teacher who made reflections in each session. After providing these strategies for the 16 sessions, all the prospective teachers showed significant improvement except one prospective teacher. As per our plan, for one of the prospective teachers who failed to show changes using the two strategies was made to hear a video of renowned Amharic Language professional’s speech. In spite of all these attempts, the prospective teacher did not show significant changes in formal word utilization while making reflections. As a result, the researchers made a plan to work with the remaining prospective teacher.
Gestational Diabetes Diet: Alternative Approaches
Authors:   Nutrition and Dietetics, Bahcesehir University, Turkey, Yılmaz E , Altuncevahir İlayda Öztürk ,   Nutrition and Dietetics, Bahcesehir University, Turkey
Published: September 2023

Obesity and type 2 diabetes, which is rapidly increasing prevalence worldwide, are the most common subunits and potential risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). The diet plan is very important in the treatment of diabetes, but it has more importance during pregnancy due to fetal and maternal outcomes. Those patients who suffer from GDM need to have a well-planned diet plan and consultations with a dietitian to learn how to feed themselves during this period. This review emphasizes the effects of diet types on GDM. Most suggested diet types are low glycemic index (GI), low carbohydrate intake, calorie-restricted diet, and Mediterranean diet (MD). They all have specific, individualized points to apply and are effective in GDM treatment. Lastly, when a healthy diet plan and well-done consultation are mixed, the patient will start a new life with a healthy body and baby. The most important macronutrient in diabetes, carbohydrates, was clearly described in the study. The study aimed to investigate the beneficial diet types for GDM.
Catalyzing Future Education: Dynamic Learning and Remote Experiments through IoT-Integrated Learning Management Systems and Virtual Reality
Authors:   Varna Free university, Bulgaria; Arts, Sciences and Technology University in Lebanon, Lebanon, kamar Issa ,   Arts, Sciences and Technology University in Lebanon, Lebanon, Fares Hadi
Published: September 2023

As tools for developing, distributing, tracking, and managing a variety of training and educational materials online, Learning Management Systems (LMS) have become increasingly popular as tools for developing, distributing, tracking, and managing a variety of types of training and educational materials online. The evolution of Learning Management Systems (LMSs) has been dramatic since they were introduced in the 1990s. They have emerged as powerful applications for managing curricula, providing rich content courseware, assessing and evaluating student performance, and facilitating dynamic collaboration between educators and students. We can expect many changes in the structure, the functionalities, and the implementation of the learning management system in the near future as a result of a number of research fields exploring various technologies related to the learning management system. Our daily lives will be impacted by a wide variety of aspects as a result of the Internet of Things (IoT), as we move forward. There are several components to a learning management system that can be enhanced with the use of IoT capabilities that are discussed throughout this paper. In addition to its impact on many aspects of the learning management system, the Internet of Things will also bring to the learning management system a number of enhancements and changes that are expected to enhance the functionality of the system. An IoT-enhanced learning management system is one of the outcomes of a three-year research project that Arts, Science, and Technology University (AUL) is conducting as part of its Distance Learning program. It is intended to provide a brief overview of the project and the implementation plan for each component along with a description of the anticipated effects and the benefits that are anticipated to be derived from it. Locating objects in images and videos is one of the most fundamental and challenging tasks. Object classification, counting of objects, and object monitoring have received much attention in recent years. An in-depth literature review focusing on object detection is presented here.
An optimized Identification System by using Shark Smell algorithm for Biometric Images Crossing
Authors:   Department of computer sciences, shatt al-arab University college, Al Basrah, 61001, Iraq, alhammadi N. A. Majeed ,   Department of computer sciences, shatt al-arab University college, Al Basrah, 61001, Iraq,   Department of computer sciences, shatt al-arab University college, Al Basrah, 61001, Iraq, Zaboon K. Hameed , Abdullah A. Abdulhadi
Published: September 2023

The security and privacy fields and multimedia biometrics have been widely used today for personal authentication. Sclera and Palm-print of humans are one of the fastest, accurate, reliable, and secure biometric techniques for identification and verification based on unique features. The majority of the biometric systems are based on the global features, which may lead to weak performance in cases of poor-quality biometric images, therefore, swarm intelligence techniques are used to improve recognition accuracy, reliability, and quickness. In this paper, an enhancement shark smell optimization (ESSO) is proposed to build an efficient hybrid identification system depend on the sclera and palm-print images. The SIFT algorithm used to extract features from the biometric images. The optimal key-points from this feature are obtained using ESSO and chaotic map, and finally, generation digital signature using a 256-MD5 algorithm for each user. The Package of the NIST tests proves that the generated keys are random, unpredictable, uncorrelated, and robust against different kinds of attacks.
Safeguarding Digital Essence: A Sub-band DCT Neural Watermarking Paradigm Leveraging GRNN and CNN for Unyielding Image Protection and Identification
Authors:   Department(Computer Science Engineering ) Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India, Dixit Ashish ,   Department(Computer Science Engineering ) Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India,   Department (Computer Application ) Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad (AKTU, Lucknow ) Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India,   Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Parul Institute of Technology, Gujarat,India; IEEE Senior Member, Parul University, India, Aggarwal R. P. , Sharma B. K. , Sharma Aditi
Published: September 2023

Image watermarking preserves digital content. This study introduces a new watermarking approach employing Sub-Band Discrete Cosine Transform and Deep neural networks, GRNN and CNN. The method embeds robust, invisible watermarks in greyscale photos and compares the two neural network topologies. The watermark is added using sub-band DCT. Watermark embedding in low-frequency sub-bands resists photo processing. The binary watermark modifies sub-band DCT coefficients to determine embedding intensity, resisting signal deterioration, and assaults. GRNN and CNN neural networks extract watermarks accurately. CNN extracts hierarchical features from images, enabling robust watermark recovery even under distortions, whereas non-parametric GRNN stores the whole training data to create predictions. The watermarking approach is tested on several greyscale photos. PSNR, SSIM, MSE, and NCC measure performance. The watermark tests noise addition, compression, and filtering. Compare GRNN and CNN's watermark extraction strengths and shortcomings to assess image watermarking suitability.
Islamic Boarding School Management System In Increasing The Competitiveness Of Islamic Boarding Schools In Jambi Province
Authors: Tabroni Tabroni , Ritonga A. Husein , Anwar Us Kasful
Published: September 2023

This research presents the management system of Islamic boarding schools in increasing competitiveness in Jambi province. This research, which uses a qualitative approach with observation, interview and documentation techniques, was conducted at Pondok Karya Pembangunan Al-Hidayah Jambi, Pondok Pesantren Sheikh Maulana Qori Bangko, and Pondok Pesantren Zulhijjah in Muara Bulian. The results of this study that the Islamic Boarding School Management System in increasing competitiveness (1) The Sheikh Maulana Qori Bangko Islamic Boarding School conducts first, the formation of a good Islamic boarding school organizational structure Second, the formation of a working meeting at the beginning of the year. The working meeting is directly led by the Kiai of the boarding school. Third, the plenary meeting discusses the determination of the work procedures of the board of students, establishing a work program. Fourth, planning the realization of the boarding school management system program (2) Karya Pembangunan Al-Hidayah Jambi boarding school, namely conducting stage I organizational decision objectives, Stage II formulating the current situation, Stage III identifying facilities and obstacles and Stage IV developing a series of activities (3) Pesantren Zul Hijjah Muaro Bulian formed a pesantren academic development team. Then the team analyzed the pesantren. The team then held a meeting to determine efforts to increase the potential and efforts to improve the boarding school