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How To Enhance Teachers’ School Renewal Leadership: Efforts and Effects
Authors:   Department Educational Leadership, Research and Technology, Western Michigan University, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5283 United States, Roberts LaSonja , Shen Jianping ,   Department Educational Leadership, Research and Technology, Western Michigan University, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5283 United States, Reeves Patricia ,   Department Educational Leadership, Research and Technology, Western Michigan University, 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5283 United States, Ma Xin ,   College of Education, University of Kentucky, 103 Dickey Hall Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0017 United States, Wu Huang ,   Department of Educational Leadership, Policy and Foundations, School of Education, Social Work and Psychological Sciences, University of Missouri at Kansas City, Volker Campus, 615 E. 52nd Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64110 United States, Wu Quan ,   College of Education, University of Kentucky, 103 Dickey Hall Lexington, Kentucky 40506-0017 United States
Published: January 2024

Teacher leadership has been found to be positively associated with student achievement, and the dimensions of teacher leadership positively associated with teacher leadership have been identified. However, mechanisms to improve teacher leadership and the effects of these mechanisms are rarely studied. In this article, we report the efforts to develop teacher leadership in a multi-year, large-scale project titled, “High- Impact Leadership for School Renewal”, and the effects of these efforts. Repeated measure analysis was conducted to assess the project’s effect on teacher leadership using validated and published instruments. The results indicated that the project had large effects on enhancing teacher leadership, with Cohen’s d effect size ranging from 0.85 to 1.16 for scales of Orientation to School Renewal and from 0.87 to 1.13 for scales of Learning-Centered School Leadership. Implications for school renewal are discussed.
Exploring Teacher Leadership in Times of Uncertainty
Authors:   Dadu Children’s Museum of Qatar, QM Tower, P. O. Box 2777, Doha, Qatar, Sawalhi Rania , Chaaban Youmen ,   Educational Research Centre, College of Education, Qatar University, P. O. Box 2713, Doha, Qatar
Published: January 2024

This qualitative study voices teachers’ and school leaders’ perspectives on teacher leadership in the aftermath of the educational disruption that lasted over two consecutive academic years. Research studies have documented the influences of this disruption on teacher leadership as it unfolded in schools worldwide, including in Qatar. This research examines teacher leadership manifestations after schools reopened for onsite teaching and learning, and it focuses on the following questions: What are the main changes in teachers’ leadership practices based on teachers’ and school leaders’ perspectives? To what extent did teachers develop different leadership practices towards students, colleagues, school leaders, and parents? What have teachers taken away from their experiences during COVID-19 that they will use in classrooms in the future? The sample is comprised of 14 educators working in Qatar government schools. The educators include primary school teachers (N = 10), vice-principals (N = 3), and a principal (N = 1). Findings reveal that teachers acquired adaptation skills that they carried to the school context. The educators further expanded their communication skills to encompass multiple stakeholders inside and outside the school. Lastly, the educators acquired technological skills that have supported student learning and professional learning. These teacher leadership manifestations were informal and voluntary and did not have a formal status or recognition. Despite these continuous changes and new requirements, several manifestations of teacher leadership, which had emerged during the pandemic, had disappeared. The study thus argues that the relapse of specific teacher leadership indicators may be due to the failure of policymakers and school administrations to establish systemic and systematic systems that support teacher leaders. Recommendations for researchers and practetioners are provided.
Energy and Exergy Analysis of Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) using Different Eco-Friendly Organic Fluids
Authors: Mishra Srishti , Upadhyay Supriya , Saini Prashant
Published: January 2024

In modern days technology, organic Rankine cycle proved as a promising methodology which can provide the effective recovery of waste heat. The main sources of heat for the organic Rankine cycle are mainly medium to low temperature heat sources. The main role performed by ORC is to transform the low-grade energy into its useful form. The present study investigated the performance of various eco-friendly organic liquids-based ORC. Liquids of interest include n-pentane, n-hexane, n-heptane, benzene, and toluene. Thermodynamic analysis of the ORC is carried out by solving the mathematical equations obtained through the energy and exergy balance approach by using Engineering equation solver (EES) software. With increase of vapor generator temperature, energy and exergy efficiencies of organic Rankine cycle also increases. However, the net-work done output decreases. In contrast, with increase in condenser temperature the net-work output, energy efficiency and exergy efficiency they all show declination. Additionally, considering all the five organic working fluids, the value of their net-work done hikes with escalation in mass flow rate of flue gas. Meanwhile, the energy and exergy efficiencies of all these fluids remain constant throughout the process.
A Review on Future of Solar Desalination Technologies- Energy Input Outlook
Authors: Ritika Kumari , Rai Shubhanshu , Pandey Bhasker , Dubey Ayush
Published: January 2024

Due to global warming, freshwater sources are depleting, leading to scarcity of fresh water and affecting billions of people across the globe. Therefore, desalination technology is deployed to generate fresh water from salt water to meet the demand. Desalination is an energy-demanding process that takes a lot of power to run its operation, a significant barrier to its growth. Most of the energy in the form of electricity comes from the thermal power plant, which runs on fossil fuels, which leads to substantial emissions. Therefore, efforts are made to utilise solar energy using photovoltaics and solar thermal collector to generate energy in heat and electricity, which can be utilised in desalination technologies. According to International Renewable Energy Agency 2012, merely 1% of the water produced from total desalinated water is from renewable energy-based sources. Various thermal desalination technologies are presented in this review work. Further integration of photovoltaics and solar thermal collector as an energy input source with the desalination technology is discussed. It has been established that the simultaneous use of photovoltaics and solar thermal in desalination technologies could be a viable alternative to stand-alone photovoltaics and solar thermal-based desalination technologies because of simultaneous heat input and electricity improves specific energy consumption and energy efficiency reducing grid dependency. Solar photovoltaic thermal collector provides enhanced energy output within the same area, generating desalinated water at a lower cost and effectiveness of such systems, with some studies reporting up to a 59% increase in water production compared to conventional desalination processes. Apart from the economic and technical advantages found in the open literature, complicated system design, its control and operation strategy, and low technology maturity limit the deployment of photovoltaic thermal collectors in the real world, which requires further research.
Augmentation of Solar Still Distillate Productivity using Different Concentrations of CuO Nanofluids: An Experimental Approach
Authors: Singh Dheerandra , Ahmad Mahfooz , Azharuddin  , Sabeeh Ahmed
Published: January 2024

A device used to convert saline water into freshwater popularly known as solar still (SS). It is not popular in the market due to its low productivity. In this paper, efforts were put to enhance yield of single slope solar still (SSSS) by mixing copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles having different concentrations into the base water. The performance of SS with and without nanoparticle were compared. Further, convective and evaporative heat transfer coefficients were evaluated. An experimental arrangement having inclination 27º of glass cover & 0.25 m2 basin area is engineered & investigated in environmental situations of Gorakhpur city. It is founded that SS with CuO nanofluid results 56.64% higher productivity as compared to SS without nanofluids. Convective & evaporative heat transfer coefficients for 0.15% CuO concentration were found to be 8.53 and 13.18 W/m2K respectively. SS with CuO gives 41.75 ml/day of distillate whereas without nanofluid it gives 18.1 ml/day. The distilled water obtained for 0.05%, 0.10%, 0.15% and 0.20% concentrations are 39 ml/day, 42 ml/day, 45 ml/day and 41 ml/day respectively. Comparative results show that CuO nanofluid at 0.15% concentration have higher productivity than others.
Advancements in Wastewater Treatment: Sustainable Solutions and Technological Innovation
Authors: Tripathi Mridani , Yadav Supriya , Ojha Smriti , Vishwakarma Pratik Kumar
Published: January 2024

Water contamination is a serious problem that endangers both aquatic and terrestrial life. Ecosystem balance is upset, biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) levels are off, and eutrophication results, all of which have disastrous effects on the environment. Effective wastewater management and treatment are essential to resolving this issue to save lives and safeguard water resources. The term "water management" refers to a group of procedures used to collect, treat, and reuse wastewater. Phase separation, sedimentation, filtration, and oxidation are common traditional wastewater treatment techniques. Recent technological developments have, however, produced creative answers that boost productivity and support sustainability. The microbial fuel cell (MFC) is one such innovation. MFCs capture the energy contained in wastewater sludge and use biological processes to produce electricity. Along with treating the wastewater, this also offers a sustainable energy source. The automated variable filtration (AVF) system, which uses cutting-edge filtering methods to remove pollutants and impurities from wastewater, is another innovation. It enables effective and automatic management of the filtration procedure, leading to better water quality. Another useful tool for wastewater treatment is nanotechnology. It is possible to more efficiently remove contaminants from water by using nanomaterials with special features. These substances, such as nano filters and nanocomposites, have better catalytic and adsorption properties, increasing the effectiveness of treatment. Another prominent approach is thermal hydrolysis, which uses heat and pressure to degrade organic materials in wastewater. By facilitating the conversion of organic waste into biogas and utilizing batch and EXELYIS technologies, this procedure lessens the negative environmental effects of wastewater treatment. These cutting-edge technologies offer long-term approaches to wastewater treatment, promoting the growth of eco-friendly lifestyles and minimizing water waste. We can efficiently manage and treat wastewater by putting these cutting-edge techniques in place, protecting water resources, and reducing the possibility of environmental disasters brought on by water pollution.
Performance Analysis of Perovskite/CIGS Based Thin Film Solar Cell using BaSi2 as BSF Layer
Authors: Yadav Tripti , Yadav Shivangi , Sahu Anupam
Published: January 2024

The goal of this research is to analyse conversion efficiency (CE) of proposed copper indium gallium di-selenide (CIGS) thin film solar cell (TFSC) by incorporating perovskite along with CIGS. The performance enhancement is done by introducing a back surface field (BSF) and employing molybdenum (Mo) as a back contact. The possible effects on photovoltaic constraints of the perovskite/CIGS TFSC along with BSF have been examined by SCAPS-1D. The proposed (BaSi2/CIGS/Cs2AgBiBr6/TiO2/FTO/Mo/ Substrate) perovskite/CIGS thin film solar cell shows CE of 28.94 %. The parameters of thin film solar cell were varied for achieve optimized value which will lead to increase in efficiency. The optimized values of perovskite/CIGS TFSC were obtained that is CIGS thickness of 0.9 µm and BSF of 0.5 µm. In addition to this TFSC has been explored in terms of acceptor density, defect density and temperature of the device.
Experimental Investigation on Emission Characteristics of Diesel-Neem Oil Biodiesel Blended with Nanoparticles in the Diesel-Powered Engine
Authors: Sharma Subodh Kumar , Chandra Arunesh , Ojha K. V.
Published: January 2024

In the past two decades, the global energy demand has been troubled by uncertainty in two aspects. First, the price of conventional fossil fuels is very expensive, putting a further burden on the economies of importing countries. Second, the primary contributor to the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) as a result of global warming is the burning of fossil fuels. So, we must introduce an alternate fuel that reduces the burden on the economies of importing countries and reduces the emission of harmful gases which cause global warming. Biodiesel is the best alternative to conventional diesel fuel which are both environmentally and economically friendly. For using biodiesel directly into the engine, there is no need for engine modification. Its main benefits include excellent lubricity, high biodegradability, and a lack of sulphur content. In the new era, not only biodiesel but also nanoparticles are widely employed by using their blends to decrease the emission of harmful gases and particles (like unburned hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, carbon dioxide, smoke, and many more) into the environment. The emission properties of three fuel series - pure diesel, biodiesel-diesel-TiO2 nanoparticles, and biodiesel-diesel-CeO2 nanoparticles - are examined in this experimental study. The titanium oxide (TiO2) and cerium oxide (CeO2) nanoparticles employed in this experimental inquiry were mixed with the fuel blends using an ultrasonicator at concentrations of 50 ppm, 100 ppm, and 150 ppm, respectively. By using biodiesel-diesel blends with nanoparticles as a fuel in the compression ignition engine, the diesel engine emits less pollutants.
Disinfection of Groundwater by Modified Shallow Water Hand Pump using Hydrodynamic Cavitating Technique
Authors: Patel Sarvesh , Yadav Maharshi , Gole Vitthal L. , Jyoti
Published: January 2024

The Waterborne diseases are major concern in rural areas due to lack of pathogens free water. Groundwater is main source of drinking water in rural areas of India, hand pumps are widely used medium to exploit groundwater. Existing water treatment technologies at household level are not feasible for low-income family. Direct consumption of pathogenically contaminated groundwater leads to various diseases such as Cholera, Diarrhoea, Typhoid etc. In Gorakhpur and nearby districts of Gorakhpur use of shallow water hand pumps are very common for groundwater exploitation. In this research work we modified the shallow water hand pump using hydrodynamic cavitating techniques to achieve disinfection. It is found that groundwater bacterial population varies frequently with seasons and locations, 500 to 700 CFU/ml is average bacterial count found in groundwater drawn from shallow water handpump in campus of Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur. Experiments were conducted on shallow water handpump installed in chemical engineering department building with cavitating device (orifice). Different configuration of orifice was used in study, maximum 70% disinfection were achieved by orifice with 95 holes of 1 mm diameter each.
Extraction of Oil and Preparation of Biodiesel using Orange Peel and its Performance and Emission Analysis on CI Engine
Authors: Singh Suraj , Kumar Devesh , Kumar Priyankesh , Suraj  , Yadav Santosh Kumar , Tripathi Ram Ji
Published: January 2024

Although fossil diesel is essential in daily life, it's rapid depletion and environmental impact attract researchers looking for a substitute for fossil diesel (FD). Bio-oil extracted from wastes such as vegetable and fruit peels and converted into biodiesel is essential to filling the energy demand. The present work uses orange peel to extract the oil from it through a Soxhlet apparatus and then convert it into biodiesel (BD) with the help of the transesterification process. Also, three different blending mixtures with orange peel biodiesel (OPBD) were made based on volume. They were named OPBD 0 (fossil diesel 100%), OPBD 10 (10% BD + 90% FD), and OPBD 20% (20% BD + 80% FD), and they were tested on a single-cylinder, four-stroke diesel engine to see how well they worked and how much pollution they gave off. A rope brake dynamometer was used to vary the load from 0 to 5 kg). Performance in terms of brake thermal efficiency (BTE), brake-specific fuel consumption (BSFC), and exhaust gas temperature (EGT) was determined, and emissions such as nitrogen dioxide (NOx), carbon dioxide (CO2), and carbon monoxide (CO), were also analyzed with the help of a gas analyzer. Out of different blending mixtures, OPBD 20 gives the best results in terms of performance and reducing toxic gases. Overall, OPBD 20 can be chosen as an alternative to FD.
Fabrication of Experimental Setup of Solar Distillation System Integrated with Parabolic Collector
Authors: Suraj  , Kumar Devesh , Singh Suraj , Yadav Santosh Kumar , Tripathi Ram Ji , Singh Varun Kumar
Published: January 2024

An integrated solar distillation with a parabolic collector (SDSPC) has fabricated for drinking water and modified purification of distilled water. The system consists of a parabolic solar collector and double slope solar still at the focal point and condensing the generating evaporated water. Distillate water productivity of the SDSPC was measured along with different parameters TDS, pH and yield of distilled water, black absorber box wall temperature and contaminated water yield under the climate conditions MMMUT, Gorakhpur during January. The maximum productivity of yield distilled water 660 mL within seven hours a day was measured with absorber wall temperature 78.2°C. The overall yield of distilled water varied from 53 ml/hr to 60 ml/hr having a peak value of 135 ml/h. The quality of contaminated water samples has been examined at 2:00 PM, TDS and pH were 630 PPM and 6.14 respectively and the results are found with guidelines for drinking water quality.
A Study on Rural Consumer Purchase Behaviour Towards E-Bike with Preference to Gorakhpur Division
Authors: Gupta Sanjay Kumar , Kumar Saurabh
Published: January 2024

The study will look at the effect of rural consumer development and their concerns on the practical capacities of consumer goods opposed to their preferences, with an emphasis on how rural consumers decide to purchase Consumer goods. Based on an assessment of innovation proprietorship and a companion of mental and social components, a theoretical system is formed and tried that incorporates proportions of ingenuity at a reception level. There should be an alternate method for controlling bike because of the consistent exhaustion of petroleum products and cost increments. The bike business in India is presenting electric bike as a solution for the area and the climate. The market entrance of electronic bike is presently very low, in spite of the public authority laying out rules with respect to them. This report will analyze the buying propensities and mentalities of Indian rural purchasers with respect to electric bike. Both essential and optional information will comprise the groundwork of the review. A review of the market and a questionnaire will be utilized to get the information. E-Bike OEM vendors, understudies, and utilized individuals would be the interest group for the information gathering. The Gorakhpur Division would be the last objective rural customer.
OBSERVATION OF DIFFERENT TREES OF JHUMARGHAT NEAR INDORE, MP AND THEIR MEDICINAL USES TO HUMAN HEALTH
Authors:   Assistant Professor Dept.of Zoology Govt.P.G. College Mhow, M.P., India., Solanki Anita
Published: January 2024

India has been a country of forests in ancient times.There is still a wealth of valuable trees and plants here.Atharvaveda is mainly the oldest source of ayurveda.Medicinal properties are found in abundance in every tree-plants found in country, which have been used by sages since ancient times for the treatment of various diseases.Even in the remote rural areas of India, people still rely only on herbs obtained from trees and plants.Presently is the Era of allopathic medicine,but allopathic medicines leave many side effects in the human body,so people have increased towards ayurvedic treatment in the country.A vast repository of traditional herbal medicine experiences is still found in the tribal and rural areas of the country. The present study has been done on trees located at jhumarghat in Mhow tehsil of Indore district of Madhya Pradesh 2022.Some unique trees have been found mainly in jhumarghat, which are rich in medicinal properties.In this reasearchpaper,i have studied mainly on kanakchampa(pterospermumacerifolium),bael(Aegle marmelos),karanj(Millettiapinnata),semal(Bombaxceiba),Amla(Phyllanthusemblica) and mahua(Madhucalongifolia) to know their medicinal properties.All these trees are absolutely indigenous which are not easily found everywhere.All these trees are full of medicinal properties and some part of them are used by humans for their physical therapy and health.
WOLFRAM SYNDROME: A CASE REPORT
Authors:   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., Tabchi Manal , Hmeimett Zeinabou ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., a Tahaboutaj ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., Lazaar Hamza ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., Amazouzi Abdallah ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., Boutimzine Noureddine ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat., Ouafa Cherkaoui Lalla ,   Ophtalmology A, Hopital Des Specialites De Rabat.
Published: January 2024

Wolfram Syndrome is a severe genetic disease, including diabetes, bilateral optic atrophy, and other systemic disorders. We present the case of a diabetic patient who presented with decreased visual acuity and was diagnosed with Wolfram syndrome.
ENFORCING CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR): AN ASSESSMENT OF INSTITUTIONAL ACTIONS AGAINST MULTINATIONAL OIL AND GAS COMPANIES IN NIGERIA
Authors: Samuel Nnamdi PhD Nzegwu , Ikpenmosa PhD Uhumuavbi
Published: January 2024

Enforcing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has been largely controversial. This is largely due to questions of whether legitimate claims can arise social responsibility lacking in established legal rights and obligations. This paper assesses the nature of CSR framework in Nigeria to determine the possibility of a legal claim against governments or multinationals operating in Nigeria. The research achieves the outcome by evaluating the operations of the Nigerian Content and Monitoring Development Board (NCMDB) in relation to elicit the structural inadequacies in performing its functions with regards to enforcing CSR presumptions.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN URBAN-RURAL RELATIONS IN THE JACQUEVILLE DEPARTMENT (COTE DIVOIRE)
Authors:   Teacher-Researcher, Geography Department, University Felix Houphouet-Boiggny, Space-System and Foresight Research Team (ERESP)., Andre Armand Moussoh , Armand Koulai ,   Teacher-Researcher, Geography Department, University Felix Houphouet-Boigny., Kouame Tano ,   Teacher-Researcher, Geography Department, University Jean Lorougnon Guede.
Published: January 2024

Urban-rural relations in the Jacqueville department are marked by daily mobility between rural and urban populations. These journeys are made possible by a network of taxi-brousses which provide links between these two geographical areas. This study aims to determine the central role of mobility between the town of Jacqueville and its hinterland. To achieve this main objective, a methodology based on documentary research, interviews and field surveys was favored. Investigations revealed that, despite relative mobility between the town of Jacqueville and its rural area, transport means and infrastructure between this urban center and its hinterland remain in an advanced state of deterioration, making mobility between these geographical areas difficult.
TOTAL LAPAROSCOPIC DUODENOPANCREATECTOMY CASE REPORT
Authors:   Hepatobiliary Consultatnt. King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, KSA., Janikow Christian , Alikhwan Maisa ,   General Surgery Consultant. King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, KSA., Agil Maan ,   Resisdent General Surgery. King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, KSA., Bawareth Noha ,   Gastroenterology Consultant. King Fahad General Hospital. Jeddah. KSA., Alkhileiwi Faisal ,   Hepatobiliary Consultatnt. King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, KSA., Ashour Abdullah ,   Hepatobiliary Consultatnt. King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, KSA.
Published: January 2024

Total LaproscopicDuodenopancreatectomy (TLDP) was first done by Gagner in 1994 and considered a high complexity procedure. We present the first case published of TLDP done in Saudi Arabia according to our research in PubMed, Cochrane, Lilacs, and Bireme. A 35-year-old lady underwent successfully TLDP with surgery time of 480 minutes, no blood loss and 84h post op recovery. Surgical specimen showed ductal Adenocarcinoma of the head of pancreas, with invasion to the duodenum at the level of the ampulla, free margins and N0. Despite there is still no clear consensus of the advantage of TLDP over open duodenopancreatectomy, it provides faster recovery for the patients to start chemotherapy.
EFFICACY OF RESPONSE INTERRUPTION AND REDIRECTION IN REDUCING STEREOTYPIC VOCALIZATIONS EXPERIENCED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors:   Associate Professor Department of Psychology Kamala Nehru College University of Delhi., Kaur Arora Mandeep , Sharma Mridu ,   Research Scholars Department of Psychology Kamala Nehru College University of Delhi., B. Tanti Neha ,   Research Scholar Department of Psychology Kamala Nehru College University of Delhi.
Published: January 2024

This paper aims to investigate the efficacy of Response Interruption and Redirection in reducing vocal stereotypy in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. A systematic review of literature from 2003-2023 of studies sourced from Google scholar, Google advanced search, PsychInfo etc. implementing RIRD was conducted. The current review sought to examine the studies to address certain questions like the factors impacting the efficacy of reducing stereotypic vocalisations and increasing appropriate vocalisations and the efficacy of RIRD alone or along with other intervention procedures. Analysis revealed that the effectiveness of RIRD is not contingent upon the number of sessions in which it is implemented and instead on other factors like the nature of reinforcement and participant characteristics. Further, the effectiveness of RIRD-alone and RIRD implemented with other procedures was assessed and it was revealed implementing RIRD with another intervention can enhance its effectiveness.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS AMONG MEDICAL AND NON-MEDICAL UNDERGRADUATES DURING THE WANING PHASE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN WEST TRIPURA
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Physiology, Agartala Govt. Medical College., Jamatia Naithok , Singnarpi Evalyn ,   Professor & HOD, Physiology, Agartala Govt. Medical College., Debbarma Pranab ,   Associate Professor, Anatomy, Agartala Govt. Medical College., Chakma Priyajyoti ,   Associate Professor, Psychiatry, Agartala Govt. Medical College., Debbarma Bikash ,   Assistant Professor, Community Medicine, Agartala Govt. Medical College.
Published: January 2024

Background & objectives: During the COVID-19 pandemic, one may experience stress, anxiety, fear, sadness and loneliness and other mental health disorders. Fear, worry, and stress are normal responses to perceived or real threats, and at times when we are faced with uncertainty or the unknown. There is scarcity of data regarding the mental health issues among younger age group in Tripura. The study aims at to determine the depression, anxiety and stress among the medical students and non-medical students in Tripura. Methods: A cross sectional study conducted among medical and non-medical students of Tripura during 2022 year who were selected randomly and data were collected in a pretested questionnaire. DASS -21 was used to analysed the mental health issues. Data were analysed using SPSS 21.0 and descriptive statistics were used to express the data. A p value <0.05 was taken as statistically significant. Results: A total of 420 (210 each in medical and non-medical) students participated in the study. The mean age was 20.34 Ã‚Â± 1.15 years and 20.34 Ã‚Â± 1.73 years in medical students and non-medical students respectively. As per DASS-21 score depression was 52.3% and 59.5%, anxiety was 59% and 61%, stressful life was 32% and 42.3% among medical and non-medical students respectively. Non-medical students had more significant fear of COVID-19 scale score than medical students (p value 0.000). Conclusions: The study concluded that non-medical students suffered more from depression, anxiety and stress compare to medical students. Similarly, they had more fear to COVID-19 scale score.
EFFECT OF HYPOXIC SECRETOME MESENCHYMAL STEM CELLS ON TGF-β EXPRESSION, ESTROGEN HORMONE LEVELS, AND NUMBER OF FOLLICLES (IN-VIVO EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON FEMALE WISTAR RATS POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME-LIKE MODELS)
Authors:   Postgraduate Student of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Central Java, Indonesia., Andriani Yuni , Hermansyah Deddy ,   Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Central Java, Indonesia., a Chodidjah ,   Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung, Central Java, Indonesia.
Published: January 2024

PCOS develops when the ovaries are stimulated to produce more androgen hormones so that the development of follicle count is disrupted. Elevated insulin levels contribute directly to abnormalities in the pituitary hypothalamus of the ovaries which have a direct impact on the occurrence of PCOS by hyperinsulinemia mechanism that increases the frequency of GnRH (Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone) secretion, LH (Luteinizing Hormone) production exceeds FSH, increased ovarian androgen production, decreased follicle count maturation, and increased TGF-Î² (transforming growth factor Î²) expression. This study aimed to determine the effect of SH-MSCs administration on TGF-Î² expression, estrogen hormone levels, and follicle count in female Wistar strain rats with PCOS-like. This study is an in vivo experimental study using a post-test-only control group design. The subjects of this study were female Wistar strain rats divided into 4 treatments consisting of 1 group of healthy mice, 2 negative control groups, 3 treatment groups 1, and treatment group 2 with each different dose. Then the data was analyzed using the One Way Annova Test to determine the influence of each group.One Way ANOVA test showed the results of TGF-Î² expression (p = 0.000), then the results of estrogen hormone levels (p = 0.000), then the Kruskall Wallis test showed the number of cystic follicles (p = 0.045) in all groups there was a significant difference (p < 0.05) except cystic follicle.There is an effect of SH-MSCs secretome administration on decreasing TGF-Î² expression and caustic follicle count. There is an effect of SH-MSC administration on increasing estrogen hormone levels and corpus luteum count.
COMPARATIVE DEVELOPMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF TODDLER SPEECH AND MILESTONES AMONG WORKING AND NON-WORKING MOTHERS OF TODDLER
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecological, Sharda School of Nursing Sciences and Research, Sharda University., Pandey Suman , Singh Aastha ,   Assistant Professor, Obstetrics and Gynecological, Sharda School of Nursing Sciences and Research, Sharda University., Singh Smita ,   Senior tutor, Obstetrics and Gynecological, Sharda School of Nursing Sciences and Research, Sharda University., Kumari Yogita ,   Nursing Officer, All India institute of medical science, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh., Bains Rajni ,   Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor, Department of Child Health Nursing, SCPM College of Nursing Gonda, Uttar Pradesh.
Published: January 2024

Background of the study: Childrens growth and development are top priorities. A young childs physical and intellectual development corresponds to his developmental stage. A mother must comprehend these developmental milestones so that her childs health care needs are fulfilled effectively. Objectives: The main objective of the study was to compare the development of speech and milestones of toddler among working and non-working mothers of toddler. Setting and design: Descriptive comparative survey design was adopted. The study was conducted among 140 working and non-working mother of toddler of Jhanjhari Block, Gonda Uttar Pradesh. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Results:The research indicated a non-significant link between toddler speech development and milestones and demographic variables at the threshold of 0.05, implying that Hypothesis H2 is rejected. The association between level of development of speech and milestone of toddler with demographic variable, which was none significant at the level of 0.05 except for number of children, is accepted only for number of siblings and rejected for the rest of the demographic variable in non-working mothers. Conclusion: The majority of mothers had normal growth in terms of speech and toddler milestones, but there is still a need for health care providers to motivate them to improve their childs development.
EXPLORING THE AWARENESS GAP: A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE ON ILL EFFECTS OF SMOKING AMONG FINAL YEAR B.SC NURSING STUDENTS AT SMT. NAGARATHNAMMA COLLEGE OF NURSING, BENGALURU, KARNATAKA
Authors:   Principal, Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing., Nanjappan Devi , Keerthi Sudha Perumalla ,   Guide & Assistant Professor, Dept. of Medical Surgical Nursing., Banik Sarna ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student., Wangchuk Sange ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student., Lamo Sangje ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student., Lhamu Sherpa Sangay ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student., Das Sanjukta ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student., Saha Sandip ,   Final Year B.Sc. Nursing Student.
Published: January 2024

Objectives : 1. To assess the level of knowledge on ill effects of smoking among final year B.Sc. nursing students at Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing, Bengaluru. 2. To find out the association between knowledge scores with selected demographic variables at Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing, Bengaluru. Method: Descriptive approach was used to collect data from 30 subjects selected by convenient sampling technique through non probability sampling approach consisting 2 section. Section A â€“ Demographic variables consisting 4 items Section B â€“ Structured questionnaire for assessing knowledge level consisting 30 items. Result: The majority of respondents had adequate knowledge on ill effects of smoking Overall mean percentage of knowledge score is 60.11â„…. Conclusion: The study was concluded to assess the knowledge regarding ill effects of smoking among final year B.Sc. nursing students at Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing. In this descriptive study was used by taking 30 samples through convenient sampling technique. The data was analyzed and interpreted by applying descriptive statistic method. The basis of the findings of the study are as follows : Overall mean percentage of knowledge score is 60.11â„….
HEMATOLOGICAL CHANGES AND NUTRITIONAL CHANGES IN RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND OSTEOARTHRITIS PATIENT AS COMPARED TO CONTROL
Authors:   Associate Professor, Professor and Head, Tutor, UIMS, Prayagraj, Department of Biochemistry., Dwivedi Shweta , Jaiswal Geeta ,   Associate Professor, Professor and Head, Tutor, UIMS, Prayagraj, Department of Biochemistry., Pandey Abha ,   Associate Professor, Professor and Head, Tutor, UIMS, Prayagraj, Department of Biochemistry.
Published: January 2024

Background: Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic multisystem disease of unknown etiology. The characteristic feature of Rheumatoid arthritis is persistent inflammatory synovitis, usually involving peripheral joints in a symmetric distribution. Hematologic disorders including anemia, white blood cells abnormalities, platelet abnormalities, coagulopathy and hematological malignancies can be manifested in many autoimmune rheumatic diseases Objective: The objective of this study to calculate the energy intake and check the hematological changes in study group and compared with control. Material and Methods: The study was undertaken in the Department of Biochemistry, S.R.N. Hospital and Medical College Allahabad. In this study 300 samples collected of the age 20-70 year. In which 100 normal individuals they are free from any disease and 100 OA and RA patient collected. Conclusion: On the basis of data we have conclude that arthritis patients have lower level of hemoglobin, higher levels of hemolysis and ESR as compared to control. Lower level of Hb, Iron and increased levels of TIBC is a marker of IDA and ACD which plays a significant role in the etiopathogenesis in Anemia in Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis.
NARRATORS OF THE SEVEN QIRAAT WHOSE NARRATIONS AND RANKS HAVE REACHED US AMONG THE PEOPLE OF HADITH, ALONG WITH THEIR TIMES AND DEATHS
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Al-Quraan and Sunnah, College of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Unversiti Sultan Zainal Abidin., Ali Abdullah Al-Thulaia Hussein
Published: January 2024

The Islamic Sharia sciences initially emerged as an amalgamation, then expanded, diversified, and evolved into distinct disciplines. However, current specializations and approaches have led to a significant gap between students of Quranic readings and various Sharia sciences, creating a challenge. Recognizing this issue, the researcher deems it crucial to write about the transmitters of the seven readers and clarify their status in the field of Hadith. The objective is to highlight the path followed by the righteous predecessors in studying Sharia sciences, utilizing an analytical-descriptive methodology. The results indicate that all seven readers have narrations in Hadith, whether few or many, including both those who transmitted sparingly and those who transmitted abundantly. Hamza ibn Habib stands out as the best among the seven, being the most reliable in narration, knowledge, jurisprudence, piety, and purity. His narrations are found in renowned Hadith collections such as Bukhari. The researcher emphasizes that proficiency in Quranic readings does not necessarily equate to credibility in Hadith among scholars, as some may excel in reading despite their weakness and limited expertise in Hadith. Furthermore, the weakness of a reader in Hadith does not impact their reading, as the act of reading is continuous and has been unanimously accepted by the Islamic community since ancient times. Allah knows best.
EFFECT OF IRRIGATION SCHEDULING UNDER SURFACE AND SUB-SURFACELOCALIZED IRRIGATION SYSTEMS ON BEAN PRODUCTIVITY
Authors:   Irrigation and Drainage Engineering Department, Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AENRI), Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Giza, Egypt., Awwad Ameen , Shalabi Khaled ,   Irrigation and Drainage Engineering Department, Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AENRI), Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Giza, Egypt., Mubarak Osama ,   Irrigation and Drainage Engineering Department, Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AENRI), Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Giza, Egypt., El-Ssawy Wessam ,   Bio Systems Engineering Department, Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AENRI), Agricultural Research Center (Arc), Giza, Egypt.
Published: January 2024

The sustainable agricultural development strategy relies on optimizing field irrigation water use through modern systems that align with Egypts goal of efficient water utilization. Given limited water resources and the governments push for modern irrigation in existing farmland, this approach promises improved economic returns and better irrigation management regarding timing and quantity. To enhance water resource utilization for local bean crops in Egyptian conditions, our research aims to improve both subsurface and surface localized irrigation systems. Addressing water scarcity, especially in older farmlands, calls for transitioning from traditional surface localized irrigation to modern methods. We conducted a 2022-2023 open field experiment on clay soil at Giza Governorate. The research objectives were studying the impact of two irrigation methods surface localized irrigation method and subsurface localized irrigation method with three different levels of irrigation water applications, on moisture distribution, water productivity and some physiological indicators of crop plant length, number of branches, number of horns, number of seeds, plant weight and productivity. The results showed no significant difference between the treatment of surface localized irrigation with 100% water requirements and subsurface localized irrigation with 80% water requirement. Consequently, using subsurface localized irrigation with only 80% of irrigation requirements will achieve almost the same results with less irrigation water consumption. On the same regard, results showed that, the highest water productivity was obtained in the treatments A80 (4.7 kg/mÂ³) compared to the treatments B80, C80 and A100where the water productivity were 4.5 kg/mÂ³ 4.4 kg/mÂ³ and 4.3 kg/mÂ³ respectively, meanwhile the lowest water productivity was obtained in the treatment C100 which was 3.5 kg/mÂ³.
THE PHRASE YASALUNAKA THEY ASK YOU AND ITS RESPONSESIN SURAH AL-BAQARAH - AN OBJECTIVE STUDY
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Al-Quraan and Sunnah, College of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Unversiti Sultan Zainal Abidin., Ali Abdullah Al-Thulaia Hussein , Mohammed Al-Haddar Ahamed ,   Research Scholar, Department of Al-Quraan and Sunnah, College of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Unversiti Sultan Zainal Abidin., Atarahim Bin Razali Mohd ,   Research Scholar, Department of Al-Quraan and Sunnah, College of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Unversiti Sultan Zainal Abidin., Hassan El Khayat Mostafa ,   Research Scholar, Department of Al-Quraan and Sunnah, College of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Unversiti Sultan Zainal Abidin.
Published: January 2024

Questioning is a linguistic method with significant importance in clarifying ideas and conveying concepts. When Allah mentions something in the Quran, it aims to establish a specific principle and guide humanity in using this method correctly. Conversely, some questions and inquiries are prohibited, as the limited human intellect cannot delve into them or express opinions or thoughts. This is exemplified in Allahs disapproval of the Prophets questioning about things that have not occurred. Excessive questioning is identified as a cause of destruction for individuals. The companions themselves discouraged frequent questioning of the Prophet, raising questions about the numerous questions and interrogations in Surah Al-Baqarah. This study explores the connection between these questions, the themes of the Surah, and the prohibited inquiries. The misconception that the companions did not ask about matters that occurred to them or excessively questioned the Prophet is addressed, emphasizing the need for a scientific approach to understand the types of questioners, the nature of the questions, and the society in which they were asked. The phrase "They ask you" appears thirteen times in the Quran, five of which are in Surah Al-Baqarah, covering various topics related to daily life.
CHLORPYRIFOS TOXICITY STUDIES ON FISH SCALES OF ANABAS TESTUDINEUS
Authors:   Postgraduate and Research Department of Zoology, St. Thomas College, Kozhencherry, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala, India - 689641., Varghese Jinsu , Veni P. Krishna ,   Postgraduate and Research Department of Zoology, St. Thomas College, Kozhencherry, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala, India - 689641.
Published: January 2024

Indiscriminate use of organophosphorus compounds as pesticides is causing a threat to non-target organisms, especially in aquatic environments.The present investigation was to find the chlorpyrifos toxicity effects in scales ofthe edible freshwater fish, Anabastestudineus. The structural morphology, melanophore index, and decalcification effects were selected for elucidating the toxicity effects in the scales of Anabas. The fish was subjected for a period of 18 days to low dosages (12.5 ppm& 25 ppm) of chlorpyrifosand the changes were observed.The study revealed that exposureto 12.5 ppm and 25 ppm concentrations of chlorpyrifosaltered the scale morphology. The circuli of the scalesof treated fish were observed to be faint, degraded and loosely attached to the underlying skin. A remarkable change observed was the change in color of Anabas testudineus, it became too pale. Chlorpyrifos was found to induce the dispersion of melanophores. The study also revealed an increase in decalcification of the scaleswith the increasing concentration of chlorpyrifos. From the results of the parameters studied it is evident thatchlorpyrifos cause acute toxic effects on Anabastestitudens as early as 18 days of exposure.
EFFECT OF AYURVEDIC THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PERIMENOPAUSAL SYNDROME : A CASE SERIES
Authors:   Second Year, MD Scholar, Dept. of Post-Graduate studies in Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurveda Medical College, Mysuru, India., A. Amrutha , R.C Mythrey ,   HOD and Professor, Dept. of Post-Graduate studies in Kayachikitsa, Government Ayurveda Medical College, Mysuru, India.
Published: January 2024

Perimenopausal syndrome is a menopausal transition phase in women and it involves a spectrum of changes in all the aspects of women,comprising of somatic, psychological and uro-genital symptoms.Hormonal replacement therapy(HRT) in the conventional system of medicine is found to be less efficient in treating psychological symptoms, which is more prevalent in perimenopausal phase.In Ayurveda, Perimenopausal syndrome can be understood as Swabhavika-kalaja-vyadhi and the management protocol consists of therapeutic measures to pacify the deranged Vata and PittaDoshas.The present case series is aimed to evaluate the effect of ayurvedic therapeutic interventions including Shirodhara,Padaabhyanga and Ayurvedic formulations in the management of Perimenopausal syndrome.Shirodhara with medicated buttermilk, Padabhyanga with ksheerabala thaila was given for 7 days along with administration of Ayurvedic formulations on 8 subjects for the 30 consecutive days.Stages of Reproductive Ageing workshop [STRAW] classification was used as diagnostic criteria and Greene climacteric scale was used as assessment criteria.Assessment was done on before intervention on 0th day, during intervention,on 8th day after Shirodhara and Padaabhyanga and on 31stday after intervention. Assessment ofperimenopausal syndrome parameters showed marked improvement in all the 8 subjects.This case series demonstrates the scope of Ayurveda in the management of perimenopausal syndrome .The study should can be carried in a larger sample size with the maximum duration of intervention.