bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Penalty Corner Success Rates for Indoor Hockey Players
Authors: Hambali Sumbara , Muharam Deni , Gunawan Gugun , Hardi Veny Juniarni
Published: November 2024

Study purpose. Penalty corner is a situation that can be used as an opportunity to increase the score in indoor hockey. However, sometimes players cannot take advantage of this situation, so the opportunity to score a goal is lost. One of the reasons is that coaches pay very little attention to penalty corner training, so they don't have data about the abilities of their players. The aim of this research is to determine the success rate of penalty corners for STKIP Pasundan Cimahi indoor hockey players.
Materials and methods. The research method used is a quantitative descriptive research method with a survey approach. The research subjects involved were indoor hockey athletes who were members of the STKIP Pasundan indoor hockey team who competed in the National Championship at Jakarta State University in May 2023, totaling 11 men. For the research instrument, the penalty corner test was used, which researchers analyzed starting from feeder-stopper-shooter and also success in putting the ball into the goal. The analysis uses a percentage approach, to see how successful the athletes are in taking penalty corners, and also what category they fall into.
Results. The results of research conducted on evaluating the success rate of penalty corners for STKIP Pasundan indoor hockey players were good, based on consideration of the highest frequency in the above average category amounting to 6 people or 54.5%, high amounting to 2 people or 18.2% and in the average category 3 people or 27.3%.
Conclusions. Based on the research results obtained in data analysis, it can be concluded that the success rate of penalty corners for STKIP Pasundan room hockey players is included in the good category. It is hoped that the results of this research will open up insight for hockey coaches in evaluating their palyers' penalty corners.
menjelajahi permainan tradisional : bagaimana dampaknya pada motorik anak : Tinjauan Literatur
Authors: Hasan Baharuddin , Husein Muhamad , Islam Syahrizal
Published: November 2024

Tujuan studi.
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi dampak permainan tradisional terhadap perkembangan motorik anak, serta untuk mengidentifikasi nilai pendidikan yang terkandung di dalamnya.
Bahan dan metode.
Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah sistematis literatur dengan melakukan pencarian artikel yang relevan menggunakan Google Scholar dan menerapkan pedoman PRISMA. Data yang dikumpulkan terdiri dari 11 artikel yang memenuhi kriteria penelitian.
Hasil.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa permainan tradisional, seperti hadangan, bakiak, dan egrang batok, secara signifikan meningkatkan keterampilan motorik kasar dan halus anak. Selain itu, permainan seperti gobak sodor dan lompat tali terbukti efektif dalam meningkatkan koordinasi dan kemampuan kerja sama. Penelitian ini juga menemukan bahwa aktivitas fisik dalam permainan tradisional mendukung pengembangan kognitif dan sosial-anak, seperti kemampuan komunikasi, kerja sama, dan kreativitas
Kesimpulan.
Kesimpulannya, bahwa permainan tradisional memiliki manfaat yang signifikan bagi perkembangan motorik kasar, sosial, dan kognitif anak. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa permainan seperti hadangan bakiak, egrang batok, gobak sodor, dan lompat tali tidak hanya meningkatkan keterampilan fisik dan koordinasi, tetapi juga kemampuan kerja sama dan komunikasi di antara anak-anak. Selain itu, permainan tradisional berkontribusi pada pengembangan kreativitas dan berpikir kritis anak.
Performance Level of Physical Education Students: Basis for the Development of Task-Based Teaching Strategies
Authors: Limbo Abegail B. , Limbo-Rivera Charis B.
Published: November 2024

Study purpose. In teaching Physical Education (PE), one must have a repertoire of suitable teaching strategies to facilitate learners' competencies. Thus, this study aims to determine the performance level of the Grade 10 PE students and the extent of implementation of the Grade 10 PE curriculum in Mahaplag, Leyte Division, with the end view of designing a task-based teaching strategy in Physical Education.
Materials and methods. This research utilized a descriptive survey research method involving six hundred sixty (660) Grade 10 students, six (6) PE teachers, six (6) department heads and coordinators, and two (2) school heads categorized as principals of the respondent schools employing total population. The study used an achievement test and a self-structured questionnaire with 5-point scale responses to gather the needed data.
Results. Results revealed an average performance level of students in PE; the content learning areas were satisfactorily undertaken; the performance standards were satisfactorily developed; the teaching and learning strategies were sometimes utilized; and the instructional procedures on experiential learning activities were sometimes undertaken. These findings highlight teachers' need to enhance the delivery of content learning areas and diversify teaching strategies in implementing the Grade 10 PE curriculum.
Conclusions. The study underscores the potential of task-based teaching strategies to foster student engagement and improve performance outcomes in physical education, suggesting further research into innovative pedagogical approaches.
Strategi Pembinaan Olahraga Difabel yang Inklusif di Kabupaten Sinjai
Authors: Husain Andi Baso , Ishar A. Anwar , Bintang Rahmat S.
Published: November 2024

Olahraga difabel di Kabupaten Sinjai masih menghadapi berbagai tantangan, meskipun potensi besar dimiliki oleh para atlet. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan strategi pembinaan olahraga difabel yang inklusif di Kabupaten Sinjai guna meningkatkan partisipasi dan prestasi atlet difabel. Menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus, penelitian ini melibatkan wawancara mendalam dengan berbagai pemangku kepentingan, seperti Kadispora, Ketua Koni, Pengurus National Paralympic Committee (NPC), dan pegiat olahraga difabel. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kendala utama yang dihadapi meliputi kurangnya pelatih berlisensi, minimnya sarana dan prasarana yang ramah difabel, serta belum optimalnya pengelolaan NPC Sinjai. Untuk itu, strategi yang diusulkan mencakup pengaktifan kembali NPC Sinjai, rekrutmen pelatih berlisensi, peningkatan sarana prasarana, serta kolaborasi erat antara pemerintah daerah dan organisasi terkait. Diharapkan, implementasi strategi ini mampu mendukung prestasi atlet difabel Sinjai hingga ke tingkat nasional dan internasional.
Marking of Boreholes by Optical Method in Underground Mines
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», AKPANBAYEVA Asem , ISABEK Tuyak ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», TAZHBENOV Bakhitzhan ,   Kazakhmys Corporation LLP, AN Alexey ,   KazNIItsvetmet LLP, IMANGALIYEV Yernar ,   RPA «National Engineering Academy of the Republic of Kazakhstan»
Published: November 2024

In the mining industry, the borehole method of rock breaking is considered the most advanced method of conducting underground mining operations in tunneling and treatment faces. The research was carried out in the field of improving the level of industrial safety and geomechanical, practical, technical and economic efficiency of mining and blasting operations. Research based on the introduction and application of a laser device for marking holes by optical method at the mines of Kazakhmys Corporation LLP. The review of literary sources, the study of scientific and technical documentation covering the marking of boreholes and drilling and blasting operations has been carried out. Testing was carried out at the mines of Kazakhmys Corporation LLP, analysis and generalization of research results with their critical assessment to justify the need for further development and improvement of the issue under study (the object of research).
Geological and Geochemical Conditions of Hydrocarbon Formation in the Aryskum Depression of the South Turgay Basin
Authors:   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», МАDISHEVA Rima , МАUSSYMBAYEVA Aliya ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», USPENSKY Boris ,   Kazan (Volga) Federal University, DEMEUOVA Akmaral ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University», АMANGELDIYEVA Gulmadina ,   NPJSC «Abylkas Saginov Karaganda Technical University»
Published: November 2024

The oil generation potential of sedimentary basins is assessed by the presence in the section of oil source strata that generated accumulations of hydrocarbons. The South Torgai basin (hereinafter referred to as the STB) is one of the main oil and gas basins located in the southeast of Kazakhstan. The purpose of this work is to assess the oil and gas generation potential of the basin, to study kerogens of various types and the degree of their transformation, to study the facies environment of the organic matter accumulation, taking into account the accumulated data on geochemical studies of oil in recent years. To achieve this goal, such tasks as determining the organic matter (hereinafter referred to as the OM) type, the features of its catagenetic transformation, and assessing the possible amount of hydrocarbons produced were solved. Favorable prerequisites for the formation of oil and gas source strata in the section of the South Torgai basin have been studied. As a result of integrating data of studying the organic matter contained in the Mesozoic deposits of the Aryskum trough, it was found that the maximum value of Corg is noted in the mudstones against the Karagansay formation of the Middle Jurassic. It reaches 9.5%, while the minimum value is noted in the Akshabulak formation of the Upper Jurassic: up to 0.1%. According to chemical and bituminological studies, the average concentration of the OM in the Jurassic section is 2-3%, in the Lower Cretaceous complex it ranges from 0.01-1.9%. The concentration of total organic carbon (TOC) determined from the results of pyrolysis, varies from 1.7 to 36.0%, the lowest values of which (from 1.7 to 3.88%) correspond to the Sazymbay formation of the Lower Jurassic (J1sz); the maximum value of 36% is noted against deposits of the Middle Jurassic Karagansay Formation (J2kr). These results, in combination with geological and geophysical materials, make it possible to supplement significantly the understanding of the hydrocarbon potential of the STB, according to which the directions and main guidelines for further exploration work can be clarified to discover new oil and gas deposits in sedimentary traps of the rift stage of filling.
Raw Materials for Basalt Wool Based on Rocks of South Kazakhstan
Authors:   NCJSC «Mukhtar Auezov South Kazakhstan University», SUZEV Nikolay , KOPZHASAROV Bakhadyr ,   NCJSC «Mukhtar Auezov South Kazakhstan University», DOSALIEV Kanat ,   NCJSC «Mukhtar Auezov South Kazakhstan University», AKHMETOV Daniyar ,   NCJSC «Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev», MOMINOVA Saule ,   NCJSC «Mukhtar Auezov South Kazakhstan University»
Published: November 2024

This paper considers the possibility of using tephrite-basalt derived from the Daubabinsk deposit of the South Kazakhstan region and, for comparison, tephrite-basalt from Mugodzhar deposit of Aktobe region, was assessed in the production of basalt wool. It has been determined that materials based on basalt fiber are resistant to high temperatures, acids and alkalis, and their mechanical strength is significantly high. During the study, the percentage of minerals in tephrite-basalt was calculated by Niggli molecular normative method. The suitability of the rock for obtaining basalt fibers was determined as a result of studies of the chemical composition and determination of the physicochemical properties of melts. As a result of the conducted studies of the rock as tephrite-basalt of the Daubabinsk deposit of the Turkestan region, the possibility of using basalt wool and products based on it in the production has been established.
Socioeconomic Factors Affecting the Adoption of Digital Devices at Household Level in Pakistan
Authors: Bano Sahira , Anwar Sofia , Quddoos Abdul
Published: November 2024

The effective use of digital devices has become an essential part of modern life. This study explores the socioeconomic determinants of the adoption of digital devices in Pakistan. The data has been obtained from the Pakistan Social Living Standard Measurement (PSLM) survey 2019–2020. A binary logistic regression model has been used. The dependent variable is the household adoption of digital devices i.e. computers, laptops, and tablets/iPads. Socioeconomic and demographic variables have been used as explanatory variables in the regression. The results conclude that the household adoption of digital devices is influenced by socioeconomic and demographic factors including gender, income, schooling years, and age. Receiving foreign remittances emerged as a positive predictor of the adoption of digital devices. Surprisingly, employed individuals are less likely to use digital devices. The study also highlighted a few behavioral factors that affect the adoption of digital devices. These factors i.e. lack of accessibility and affordability of devices, fears regarding security, and challenges associated with digital literacy, negatively affect the adoption of digital devices. Digital divide and digital inclusion have been studied for different economies due to their perceived benefits in modern lifestyles. As per our information, such household level analysis for Pakistan has not been performed. Pakistan has a lot of space for improvement in ICT infrastructure and accessibility. The study elucidates socioeconomic factors that can influence the implementation of digital technology, providing implications for policymakers, who seek to promote digital inclusion.
The Role of Institutional Quality, Sustainable Development, Environmental Sustainability on Tourism in BRICS Economies: A Qualitative Study of BRICS Countries
Authors: Malik Asad Ali , Akhtar Naheed , Imtiaz Salman , Ali Hafiz Mohsin
Published: November 2024

Tourism is crucial for a country's economic development, especially in emerging economies like that of the BRICS countries. As Tourism is a substantial industry with a large workforce and a considerable influence on society, culture, and the environment. This research is a qualitative study followed by a review of the existing literature. This study uses various existing literature from books, journals, and qualitative research papers. The findings of this thorough study are crucial reading for BRICS officials and stakeholders as they provide light on the connections among tourism, economic growth, sustainability, and institutional performance. This will help determine whether the BRICS countries' environmental sustainability has reached a tipping point, which is the point at which economic growth starts to have a beneficial impact on the environment and maybe on tourism. Policymakers may promote sustainable tourism and environmentally aware growth and development in these important and dynamic industries by understanding these relationships.
Impact of Ecological Footprints Consumption, Energy Consumption and Human Capital on Economic Growth of Selected Asian Economies
Authors: Batool Iram , Arshad Qudsia , Khalid Sumra
Published: November 2024

The existing research highlights the significant role of ecological footprint consumption along with other control variables in determining economic growth in selected Asian economies. The authors have utilized panel data from 8 Asian nations from the time span of 2006 to 2018. GDP per capita is used as the dependent variable. By using panel data from concerned Asian nations, variables such as ecological footprint consumption, energy consumption, financial development, and secondary school enrollment are used as independent variables in current research. By using the fixed effect method, it is found that ecological footprint consumption along with energy consumption, financial development, and human capital play a significant and positive role in improving the economic growth of economies. The study findings suggest much financial approach and energy consumption for promoting the growth of nations. Moreover, there is a need for more improved quality of free-of-cost higher education for high living standards and growth.
Ecological Footprints Consumption, Industrialization and Human Development of Selected Asian Countries
Authors: Iqbal Safdar , Siddique Mehwish , Fouzia Miss , Bashir Sadia
Published: November 2024

Human development and industrialisation have received attention but their explicit connexion has not been discovered passably. Considering this, the current study highlights the relationship between ecological footprint consumption and industrialization with other variables in human development. In this study, we have used panel data from 8 Asian nations from 2011 to 2020. The human development index is used as the dependent variable. However, variables such as ecological footprint consumption, industrialization, financial development, and labor force participation rate are utilized as explanatory variables here. By using the random effect method, the result indicated that ecological footprint consumption, industrialization, and domestic credit to private sectors have significantly enhanced the human development of Asian countries. The study results suggested more earning chances and a stable environment for high growth and development. Moreover, there is a dire need for an improved financial system to increase the human development and welfare of Asian economies.
Partial Γ-Semimodules over Partial Γ-Semirings
Authors: Mala M.Siva , Rao P.V.Srinivasa , Kumar K.Kiran
Published: November 2024

In this paper, we study the concepts of left (right) partial Γ-semimodules over a partial Γ-semirings by the illustrations of several examples. Also, we obtain the characterisation of partial Γ-subsemimodule generated by a nonempty subset in terms of its elements.
The Theory of T-Bipolar Soft Modules
Authors: Mahmood Tahir , Rehman Ubaid ur
Published: November 2024

Algebraic structures in mathematics and applications reveal an inherent duality or bipolarity that is seen in elements that have both positive and negative behaviors or properties. Integrating the already-known module theory concept with the capability of T-bipolar soft sets to handle such bipolar information can lead to discoveries and instruments that can be used to research and operate these algebraic structures. This integration of module theory and T-bipolar soft sets may result in new forms of analysis and methods of analysis. These new approaches could greatly improve the possibilities of studying, analyzing, and solving problems related to algebraic structures that are inherently bipolar. Thus, in this manuscript, we investigate the notion of a T-bipolar soft module. We also deduce the T-bipolar soft submodule, maximal T-bipolar soft submodule, and their associated results. Further, we investigate T-bipolar soft homomorphism, and T-bipolar soft isomorphism along with important results such as the First Isomorphism Theorem, Second Isomorphism Theorem, and Third Isomorphism Theorem in the structure of T-bipolar soft module. Additionally, we diagnose T-bipolar soft exactness and associated results.
Addition Theorems for the Product of Two Generalized Hermite Polynomials and Their Consequences
Authors: Qureshi M. I. , Ahmad Bhat Bilal
Published: November 2024

This paper aims to acquire two theorems (believed to be new and not recorded in the literature) for the product of two generalized Hermite polynomials, using suitable generating relations, decomposition of infinite series, Cauchy double-series identity, and series rearrangement technique. Further, we discuss some special cases related to generalized and classical Hermite polynomials.
Effect of Chronic Alcohol Intake on Motor Functions and Quality of Life in Older Adults - A Pilot Study
Authors: SE Samuel , BV Suresh , SA Dhanawade
Published: November 2024

Background and objective: Alcohol consumption causes alterations in the neural circuits which can cause severe physical dysfunctions. Furthermore, during natural aging process, several functional alterations are observed. Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a chronic and progressive disease influenced by genetic, psychosocial and environmental factors. Thus, considering the consequence of chronic alcohol consumption and natural ageing process, this study aimed to find the degree of motor impairment along with quality of life in older adults with chronic alcohol consumption.
Method: A comparative study was conducted on older adults (>45 years) who consumed alcohol in Southern Karnataka. An analysis of alcohol consumption was done using AUDIT (Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test) questionnaire, which divided them into two groups- Alcohol Use Disorder group (AUD) and control group. All the participants underwent testing for motor function using Comprehensive Coordination Scale (CCS) and Six-Minute Walk Test (6-MWT). Quality of Life was analyzed using SF-36 questionnaire.
Result: The results of the pilot study with 24 participants showed that CCS scores were significantly higher in control group. In 6-MWT, total distance covered by AUD group was significantly less than control group. Sf-36 showed statistically significant difference in the domains of physical functioning, role limitation due to physical health, energy/fatigue and social functioning.
Interpretation and Conclusion: The study concluded that there was a detrimental effect of chronic alcohol consumption on motor functions and quality of life among older adults. Coordination and physical function were better in individuals consuming low-moderate levels as compared to heavy consumption (AUD). Quality of life was poorer in the domains of physical functioning, role limitation due to physical health, energy/fatigue and social functioning in AUD individuals.

Key words: Alcohol Use Disorder, Quality of Life, motor coordination, physical function
Comparative Hemodynamic Effects of Nasal versus Oral Endotracheal Intubation in Children Undergoing Adenotonsillectomy: An Observational Study
Authors: Khan Sana , Amin Mudasir , Gani Tantry Tariq
Published: November 2024

Background: Adenotonsillectomy is a common pediatric surgical procedure. Endotracheal intubation can be performed via nasal or oral routes. This study compares hemodynamic outcomes between nasal and oral intubation in children undergoing adenotonsillectomy.
Methods: This prospective, randomized controlled trial enrolled 100 children (ages 3-12) undergoing adenotonsillectomy. Patients were randomly assigned to nasal (n=50) or oral (n=50) endotracheal intubation. Hemodynamic parameters (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) were recorded pre-intubation, post-intubation, and intraoperatively.
Results: Nasal intubation resulted in: Significantly lower heart rate (p<0.01), Reduced systolic blood pressure (p<0.05), Increased oxygen saturation (p<0.05) compared to oral intubation. Intraoperative hemodynamic stability was similar between groups.
Conclusion: Nasal endotracheal intubation in children undergoing adenotonsillectomy results in improved hemodynamic profiles, with reduced heart rate and blood pressure, and increased oxygen saturation. These findings support nasal intubation as a viable and potentially beneficial approach in pediatric adenotonsillectomy.

Key words: adenotonsillectomy, pediatric, anaesthesia, intubation, hemodynamics.
Determinants Associated with Frequency of Antenatal Care Visits in Uttar Pradesh: Results from Demographic Health Survey
Authors: Annu Jagriti
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Despite advancements in maternal healthcare in recent years, antenatal care (ANC) visits in India remain relatively low and unequal, particularly across states. For instance, in 2015–2016, only 26.4% of women in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) received at least four antenatal visits. Using data from the fifth round of the Demographic Health Survey, this study seeks to investigate the factors influencing antenatal visit in U.P.
Methodology:This analysis includes women aged 15–49 years who had their most recent live birth within the past five years (n = 25,774). The outcome variable, "adequate antenatal care visits," is defined as having four or more ANC visits. Logistic regression was applied to examine the association between explanatory variables and ANC visits, with associations considered statistically significant at p < 0.05.
Results: In U.P., only 41.6% of women had taken adequate ANC visits. Regression analysis indicated that women with higher education, belonging to higher wealth quantiles, residing in urban areas, having two or fewer children, aged 25–29, and whose husbands were more educated had higher odds of adequate ANC visits.
Conclusion: Nearly 58% of pregnant women in U.P. had not receive the adequate ANC visits. Given the factors associated with at least four ANC visits, it is essential to develop targeted strategies to meet government recommendations as soon as possible, ensuring that every pregnant woman in Uttar Pradesh receives adequate antenatal visits during pregnancy.

Key words: Antenatal care visits, demographic health survey, Uttar Pradesh.
Health Technology Assessment in Indian Healthcare Decision-Making: A Systematic Review of Status, Importance, and Research Gaps
Authors: Chandra Yogesh , Jain Ajai Kumar
Published: November 2024

Objectives: This article attempts to explore how HTA can be helpful in decision-making in Indian healthcare and also to suggest the gaps for which further research is warranted through a systematic literature review.
Methods: After a careful assessment of each record based on the objective and scope of the study, we selected 21 Indian research articles focusing on HTA in the Indian healthcare context for this systematic review.
Results: The comprehensive review reveals: (1) the present status of HTA in India, (2) its importance in healthcare decision-making, and (3) various hurdles in implementation. The study also identifies gaps in current research, providing direction for future studies to better understand and apply HTA in the Indian context."
Conclusions: While Health Technology Assessment provides crucial information for healthcare policy and decision-making in India, it does not make decisions itself. Our review highlights the current status and importance of HTA in Indian healthcare, while also revealing limitations such as limited empirical evidence, oversimplification of complex issues, and assumptions of universal applicability. These findings shape the future research agenda for HTA in India, aiming to enhance its effectiveness in healthcare decision-making.

Key words: ISPOR (International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research), Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, Quality Adjusted Life Years (QALYs), Budget Impact Analysis (BIA), Cost Effective Analysis (CEA)
Comparative Evaluation of Anti-Plaque Efficacy of Probiotic, Aloe Vera and 0.2% Chlorhexidine Mouthwash: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Battula Shashank , Shaikh Hidayathulla , Begum MD. Zabirunnisa
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Supra-gingival plaque control is fundamental for the prevention and management of periodontal diseases. However, significant proportions of individuals fail to practice high standards of plaque removal. Anti-microbial mouth rinses limit the accumulation of dental plaque with a primary objective of controlling the development and progression of periodontal diseases. Chlorhexidine has earned eponym of gold standard to treat or prevent the periodontal diseases. However, it has been reported that there have been side effects due to long term use. Hence alternative mouthwashes have been used for preventing periodontal diseases.
Aim: To compare the Anti-Plaque efficacy of Herbal, Probiotic, and Chlorhexidine mouth wash
Materials and Methods: In the present clinical trial 30 subjects above 18 years were selected and randomly divided into 3 groups Group 1: Aloe vera Mouth wash, Group 2: Probiotic Mouth wash, Group 3: Chlorhexidine Mouth wash. Before the intervention baseline scores were recorded and anti-plaque efficacy was evaluated by using Plaque Index (PI) and Gingival Index (GI) at the end of 1st and 2nd week. Subjects were instructed to use their respective mouth wash 10ml 1:1 dilution twice daily for about 14 days. Data obtained was subjected to statistical analysis.
RESULTS: There was marked reduction of plaque and gingival scores from baseline to 14 days for both the groups when compared with the chlorhexidine group. There is a significant reduction in the plaque scores from baseline to 1st week, and baseline to 2nd week in the aloe vera group with p-value 0.001*, and 0.001* which is statistically significant. Whereas, in probiotic group there is a significant reduction of the plaque scores from baseline to 1st week, baseline to 2nd week, and from 1st week to 2nd week (p-value=0.04*,0.001*,0.001* respectively). In chlorhexidine group the significant reduction of plaque score is seen in the 1st week and the 2nd week (p-value=0.007*). There was a highly significant difference of the mean plaque scores between the 3 groups. Whereas, significant difference of the mean gingival scores was seen between the probiotic and chlorhexidine groups.
CONCLUSION: Herbal and probiotic mouth washes can prove to be effective alternatives to chlorhexidine.

Key words: Anti-plaque, Efficacy, Herbal, Probiotic, Chlorhexidine
The Evaluation of the Effectiveness and the Determination of the Relationship between the Dimensions of the Quality of Services Provided by Central Library of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad
Authors: Ahmad Latifian
Published: November 2024

The objective of this article is to evaluate the effectiveness and determine the relationship between the dimensions of the quality of service based on the components of the servqual scale and the structural equation model in the central library of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad from the perspective of graduate students. The present research method is in terms of the descriptive-survey method. The statistical population of the research includes all graduate students of Ferdowsi University of Mashhad. The sampling method is based on a stratified random method proportional to the size of the population. The data collection tool was the standard Serqual questionnaire. The validity of the questionnaire was approved by experts, and the reliability of the questionnaire was calculated using Cronbach's alpha coefficient method equal to 0.91. To test hypothesis 1, the student's t-test statistic (average test of a community) and to test hypothesis 2, the structural equation method and path analysis diagram were used to determine the relationship between variables. The effectiveness test of the service of quality based on each of the dimensions showed that from the users' point of view, the dimensions of responsiveness, assurance, tangibles (tangible factors), reliability, and empathy have the lowest distance with the effectiveness limit. The obtained results of the test showed the significance level of the relationship between the dimensions of service quality in hypothesis 2 through the method of structural equations and the path analysis diagram. The assurance dimension has the highest relationship and the tangibles dimension has the lowest relationship with the service of quality. According to the librarians of the Central Library, the assurance dimension which has the highest significant relationship with service quality is to give more importance, they will see the effectiveness of service quality. The main findings of the research showed that the assurance dimension has the highest relationship with service quality and the tangible dimension has the lowest relationship with service quality.
A New Model for Describing the Glass to Metal Interaction in Forming
Authors: Roos Christian , Veltmaat Jan-Hendrik , Jacobs Philipp
Published: November 2024

The interaction between molten glass and metallic molds plays a crucial role in industrial glass-forming. Glass-metal sticking is usually described in terms of material- and process-dependent “sticking temperatures”; however, these parameters tell little about the underlying physical processes such as adhesion, wetting and spreading. We show that the molecular-kinetic spreading model, originally developed for liquids at room temperature, is also valid for a droplet of molten glass on different substrate materials: Measured contact angles and spreading velocities yield plausible values for the molecular jump rate ks ≈ 1012 Hz and jump distance λ ≈ 3–6 Å. In addition, we argue that the real-world glass–metal contact is actually the contact between a liquid oxide (the glass melt) and a solid oxide (the metal’s oxide layer). The spatial dominance of oxygen ions might explain why sticking temperatures appear to be only weakly dependent on the contact material’s chemical composition. Both findings lead us to the conclusion that the current theory of glass-metal interaction should be revisited.
OPTIMIZING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A ROAD FREIGHT TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, LOGINOV V.A. , DMITRIEV S.A. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University, SAX A. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University
Published: November 2024

The article discusses approaches to optimizing the development of a road freight transport enterprise. It is proposed to apply the cash flow pattern of road haulage. The key idea is to distribute the enterprise's net income into two parts: investments in the vehicle fleet and the payroll. The hypothesis that investments in the vehicle fleet are directly proportional to the increase in gross income necessitates finding a process to ensure the largest discounted payroll per kilometer. The processes are mathematically modelled in strict accordance with real conditions. When used by transport enterprises, the developed approach will make it possible to use the new software to develop and make managerial decisions.
A STUDY OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PERFORMANCE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF NONAXISYMMETRIC FORCES
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, TELEGIN V.V.
Published: November 2024

The article discusses a method for assessing the performance of a typical hydraulic cylinder which operates under the influence of forces directed both along its axis and perpendicular to it. The proposed method is based on what the Autodesk Inventor Professional program can do as regards the numerical modeling of stresses and deformations of mechanical structure elements. In this case, various patterns for applying external forces can be used and the nature of the connections between the structural elements and the material used for their manufacture is determined.
RELATION BETWEEN TUYERE PARAMETERS AND COMBUSTION ZONE SIZE
Authors:   Lipetsk State Technical University, TITOV V.N. , KUPRIYANOVA I.V. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University, KRAVCHENKO T.V. ,   Lipetsk State Technical University
Published: November 2024

The results of assessing the influence of tuyere parameters on the combustion zone size are given. It is noted that such parameters of tuyeres as their number, diameter, and height influence the combustion zone parameters, this influence depending on the fuel injection technology used (only natural gas or natural gas together with pulverized coal fuel). In general, when changing the tuyere design characteristics, it is necessary to adjust the combined blast parameters to avoid negative impact on the furnace operation and on the cooling system.
Bioaccumulation pattern of heavy metals in river Basantar, Samba (J&K), India
Authors: Badyal Neha , Sharma Arti
Published: November 2024

In the present study concentration of heavy metals viz. lead, copper, iron and zinc were determined in water, sediments and muscles of Labeo rohita by using Atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS). The results depicted seasonal and spatial fluctuations in concentration of heavy metals both in water as well as sediments with summer maxima and monsoon minima. The heavy metal concentration in water, sediments and muscles of Labeo rohita was recorded in the following order: Pb > Zn > Fe > Cu; Fe > Zn > Pb > Cu and Fe > Pb > Zn > Cu respectively. Also, on the basis of BAF, the order of accumulation of heavy metals in Labeo rohita was Fe > Cu > Pb > Zn from water and Pb > Cu > Zn > Fe from sediments. Moreover, concentration of some of the heavy metal was much higher than the permissible limit as recommended by World Health Organization, which clearly suggests that this water body needs immediate attention.
Antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxicity analysis of green synthesis silver nanoparticles from Oregano, Rosemary, and Thyme leaf extract
Authors: Budhiraja Namrata , Peta Sreenivasulu , Singh Devendra
Published: November 2024

Despite being still in its early phases of development, nanotechnology has grown in popularity over the last few years. This is due to its capacity to transform metals into nano-sized particles, altering their chemical, physical, and visual properties. Nanotechnology is important in a variety of scientific and technological domains because of its unique properties. In this study, silver nanoparticles were successfully synthesized by using oregano, rosemary, and thyme leaf extract through a sustainable and eco-conscious approach. The nanoparticle thus produced has been characterized by using TEM. Further, the antibacterial activity of the synthesized nanoparticles was also assessed by using a disc diffusion assay. Finally, the antioxidant and cytotoxicity were also analyzed. The results indicate the successful synthesis of NPs, which showed potent antibacterial properties. The maximum zone of inhibition against E.coli was shown by the nanoparticles synthesized with oregano extract (16.66 mm). Additionally, the cytotoxicity assay conducted on the SW480 cell line confirmed that the nanoparticles are either non-toxic or minimally toxic. However, a dose-dependent cytotoxicity is also seen in vitro. Although green synthesis is gaining popularity due to its eco-friendly approach, further clinical analysis needs to be done.
The role of Mungilipattu village women in protecting the Environment
Authors: K. Kiran  , E. Mahadevareddy
Published: November 2024

Being one of the smallest territorial units in the Indian government structure, the village has a lot of potential and challenges. This can be seen in the high poverty rate, low level of education and the lack of proper healthcare facilities in the village. However, despite the small size of the village, it plays a vital role in the success of environmental protection in India. The village has the autonomy to develop development plans according to the specific requirements of the community. The village plays an important role in implementing sustainable methods towards the preservation of the environment. The study examines the role of women in the protection of the environment by analysing the actions and day-to-day practices of women in the village of Mungilipattu who are dedicated to protecting the environment.
In vitro evaluation of new generation fungicides to control of Fusarium oxysporum Schlecht causing wilt of Isabgol
Authors: Munnysha Shaik , R.N. Bunker , A. Smriti  , Sharma Pinki , Yadav Sushila
Published: November 2024

The present study was carried out to investigate the efficacy of fungicides under in vitro condition against Fusarium oxysporum Schlecht causing wilt of Isabgol. Out of selected nine fungicides viz., Azoxystrobin 25% SC, Mancozeb-75% WP, Copper oxychloride-50% WP, Thiram-50% WP, Fosetyl-Al- 80% WP, Propineb70% WP, Tebuconazole-50%+Trifloxystrobin-25% WG, Azoxystrobin 11% + Tebuconazole 18.3% SC and Hexaconazole 5% EC were used at 500 and 1000 ppm against wilt pathogen F. oxysporum Schlecht by poison food technique. The results revealed that Tebuconazole-50% + Tebuconazole-50% + Trifloxystrobin25% WG showed maximum inhibition percent of mycelial growth of test fungus 98.04 and 100.00 at 500 ppm and 1000 ppm, respectively followed by Hexaconacole 5% EC.
Firewood Extraction Patterns and Preferred Species in Mamlay watershed in Sikkim Himalaya, India: A household model of three categories based on socioeconomic status
Authors: Gurung Subhankar , Tamang Aditya Moktan , Chettri Januka , Rai Ashita
Published: November 2024

Firewood serves as a vital energy source for cooking and heating in many rural regions, but the impacts of harvesting firewood from forests are often overlooked. In numerous mountainous regions, impoverished communities rely solely on fuelwood sourced from natural forests as their primary energy source. Within Sikkim, rural families heavily rely on firewood for energy. Households of Mamlay watershed, Sikkim were divided into three categories according to their socioeconomic condition by the Government of Sikkim, India. Such households were surveyed to identify patterns of firewood extraction and use, species preference, and sources of extraction. Face-to-face interviews and questionnaires were used to gather data on many facets of the use and extraction of firewood. Every household included in the survey relies on firewood as their main fuel source for cooking and heating water. Utilizing firewood as a cost-free resource provides significant economic benefits to the communities, serving both as a tradable commodity and supporting income-generating endeavours like cooking pig feed and producing wine. Twenty-five plant species are used as firewood and the most preferred way of extraction is cutting dry branches. The most preferred species are Albizia procera (Roxb.) Benth, Schima wallichii Choisy., Macaranga postulate King., Litsaea polyantha Juss. & Engelhardtia spicata Lechen ex Blume. Although firewood is extracted from 93% of the private land the extraction of firewood from 43% of the forest area cannot be overlooked.
Study on NDVI and NDWI change detection of Gai river basin, NEI using GIS and remote sensing
Authors: Gogoi Tulumoni , Rawat M.S.
Published: November 2024

This paper is a study on the change detection of the Gai River basin. Researchers considered Normalised difference vegetation index and Normalised difference water index techniques for the detection of changes in vegetation and water bodies. Landsat 7 and 8/9 satellite imagery are utilised in ArcGIS, a raster calculator tool, to evaluate the ratio difference. The vegetation index ratios are -0.23 (low), 0.55 (high), -0.12 (low), and 0.52 (high) between 2003 and 2024. Moreover, the NDWI ratio value varies from -0.44 low to 0.28 (high) in 2003 and -0.46 (low) and 0.16 (high) in 2024. The difference in ratio values indicates the change detection areas. The prepared map of the NDVI and NDWI has shown the changes. Vegetation and water are crucial natural resources, but the changes in these resources impact our environment. So, maintenance and sustainable utilisation are needed to conserve those resources.
Conserving Oceans from Plastic Waste using Convolution Neural Network Model
Authors: Hasnat Mariya , Khan Mohd Kashif , Siddiqui Eram Fatima , Khan Ambrina Sardar
Published: November 2024

Plastic Pollution is posing a serious threat to the ocean and its diversity to an extreme level. The number of plastic bags, bottle and other plastic materials which are disposed into the ocean not only pollute its water, tend to change its properties but also can kill marine animals and cause the marine diversity to degrade. Internet of Things (IoT) is a new technology which has sensing capabilities and work in a real-time environment. Aquatic IoT sensors can be used in order to detect and tract these plastic objects in the water. By this method, the cleaning of oceans can be done in an effective manner. There are various deep learning models that have the potential to classify the objects in a real-time environment either on land or in water. These models can be used in order to detect plastic waste from marine debris. In this paper a two-step approach has been adopted with the aim to detect and classify plastic objects under ocean water. Firstly, the IoT sensors are deployed deep into the ocean which take pictures of the different regions in the ocean. Next, the VGG16 CNN (Convolutional Neural Network) deep learning model has been adopted for this paper which takes these pictures as input and classify them into plastic, plants, animals and other objects so that amount of plastic waste can be detected. The approach showed 96.5% accuracy as compared to other object detection and classification approaches. More effectiveness in the proposed work can be added by ensembling the random boost classifier and decision tree approach in the future.
Propagation of Selected Mangrove Species and Proposed Restoration Model for Mithi river
Authors: S. Kaushik Satyajodha , G. Dawda Himanshu
Published: November 2024

Since many decades, mangrove ecosystem has been continuously under threat and shrinking worldwide. This loss has made a very severe impact on wetland and estuarine ecosystem, the degradation of these mangroves, has led to increase in natural disasters i.e., frequent flooding in most of the estuarine and river areas. Considering the importance of mangroves in the restoration of ecosystem, the present research aims to propagate selected mangrove species in Mumbai, across mithi river banks. Propagations were achieved using different methods like by seeds, stem/ shoot cuttings and air-layering. It was observed that rapid and fast root growth in maximum plants is achieved through seedling propagation, followed by air-layering in case of tall growing mangroves. The stem cutting method, for propagation of some associate species like Suaeda nudiflora. These propagated mangroves after rooting, were then grown in mithi river soil and irrigated with river water. It was found that all these plants propagated by different methods grew and established themselves very easily and faster in Mithi river soil, proving that they can be easily regenerated in this ecosystem. Based on the above studies we have developed a block model for the Restoration of mangroves across the Mithi river area designing of the block model is based on the zonation of different true mangroves and associate mangroves, influx and outflux of river water and proper channelization of the Mithi river banks, to facilitate proper growth of mangroves.
Correlation and path coefficient analysis for identifying important traits contributing to seed yield in Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.)
Authors: Karla Uttej , Sharma Hemlata , Yadav Praduman , Dadeech Amit , Dubey R.B. , Jain Devendra
Published: November 2024

The current experiment was conducted to evaluate correlation and path coefficient analysis for yield and yield contributing traits in eighty-seven linseed genotypes. Augmented design was used to investigate the experiment during rabi 2022-23. Seeds per capsule, capsules per plant, branches per plant, thousand seed weight and capsule size exhibited positively significant association with seed yield per plant. Path coefficient analysis recorded those seeds per capsule, branches per plant, capsules per plant, harvest index and thousand seed weight had direct positive effects on seed yield per plant, implying these traits were major contributors to the seed yield and these traits can be further used in crop improvement programs to develop better yielding linseed varieties.