bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Management of Hospital Solid Wastes: A study in Pokhara Sub- Metropolitan City
Authors: Bastola D , Bastola R , Nepal D , Baral P
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Hospital waste can be defined as the total waste stream that is generated from health care establishments. Health care wastes usually consist of sharps, human or animal tissues or body parts, their body fluids and other infectious materials produced during the course of treatment.
Methods: For the purpose of the study, population was defined in terms of the medical hospital, having inpatient facilities located within Pokhara Sub-Metropolitan City (PSMC). The total numbers of health care institutions (HCIs), having inpatient facilities, were 14 and all were sampled for the study. Questionnaires were prepared to meet the objectives of the study.
Results: Various categories of health care waste have been generated in the health care institutions of PSMC which depend on size of individual health care facility, types of medical specialties practiced, and nature of HCIs. Waste generated from health care activities have been categorized as general or non-hazardous waste, and hazardous waste and are separately segregated into 4 different categories, like general waste, infectious wastes, sharps, and saline bottles.
Conclusion: Most health care institutions in Pokhara Sub-Metropolitan City depend upon the municipality services for the disposal of health care waste materials collected. The municipality disposed the waste without any segregation and treatment in the sanitary land fill site treating them as a municipal solid waste. There is no separate mechanism for the proper treatment of medical wastes. There should be integrated waste management system and centralized waste management system managed by the municipality under health care waste management act to solve the gravity of problems. If it is not improved the problem of serious environmental health problem will arise in future thus an appropriate management of hospital solid waste should be undertaken.
Spectrum of Cryptococcal Meningoencephalitis in Tertiary Hospital in Nepal
Authors: Kharel G , Karn R , Rajbhandari R , Ojha R , Agrawal JP
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Cryptococcal meningoencephalitis is the most frequently encountered manifestation of cryptococcosis and prevalent throughout the globe. The majority of patient suffering from cryptococcosis is immunocompromised and AIDS account for most of the case. We aimed to determine the spectrum of cryptococcal meningoencephalitis at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), Kathmandu, Nepal.
Methods: A retrospective study was performed among all the patients (n=15) who were admitted with cryptococcal meningoencephalitis at TUTH over a period of one fiscal year July 2017 to June 2018. Data on patient’s demography, history, complaints, clinical findings, neuroimaging, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) investigation, hospital medication information, complications, mortality and Left Against Medical Advise (LAMA) were extracted from patient medication records of the hospital. Descriptive statistics was performed using IBM-SPSS 20.0.
Results: Of total 15 patients with Cryptococcal meningoencephalitis, majority (9, 60%) had HIV infection. The most common complaints were vomiting (12, 80%) and headache (11, 73%) and clinical findings showed meningeal irritation (8, 53%) and papilledema (4, 27%). Only two neuroimagings among all patients were abnormal. CSF investigation depicted high total cell count (>5cells/mm3), high protein (>45 mg/dl) and positive cryptococcal antibody in all patients while lymphocytic predominance and lower sugar levels (<3 mmol/dl) in 93% along with ADA of <10 U/L in 67%. Amphotericin-B (mean duration 17 days) and fluconazole antifungals were used in all the patients. Twenty seven percent patients died during hospital stay. Pancytopenia, hydrocephalus and hospital acquired pneumonia were observed in 7 percent of patient from each group and 13 percent of cases left against medical advice.
Conclusion: Cryptococcal meningoencephalitis is common in People Living with HIV (PLHIV) and caused substantial mortality.
Health Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) assessment using St. George's Respiratory Questionaire in patients with stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Authors: Das SK , Bam N , Ghimire P
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Despite being a major cause of chronic morbidity and mortality throughout the world and its relentlessly increasing incidence, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an often neglected major public health problem in developing countries like Nepal. Though the health expenditure for management of COPD is gradually increasing, little attention has been given to the Quality of Life (QOL), which should be the main target for management of any chronic diseases. This study assesses the Health Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) of stable COPD patients.
Methods: A descriptive observational cross-sectional study of 81 stable COPD patients (who were on regular medication for at least 3 months) was conducted in Respiratory out Patient department of Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH). All the subjects were assessed for their HRQOL using the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire for COPD (SGRQ-C). Socio- demographic data regarding the patients were also recorded. Data entry and statistical analysis were performed using the SPSS software, version 18.0.
Results: The mean age of COPD patients was 67 years. Out of the total 81 study cases, 46(56,8%) were female and 67(82.7%) were either current or past smokers, Patients with COPD showed significantly reduced bealth related quality of life (HRQOL) in all domains. Smoking status and baseline hypoxia showed a highly significant association with HROOL, Age, education status, occupation and gender did not affect the QOL scores in a statistically significant manner. Adding methylxanthine to the standard combination inhaler therapy did not show any significant different in term of HRQOL.
Conclusion: This study showed that Nepalese COPD patients had reduced HRQOL Smoking and baseline hypoxia had significant negative impact on HRQOL.
Clinical Profile and Outcome of Infective Endocarditis patients admitted in tertiary care center in eastern part of Nepal
Authors: Sherpa K , Shah P , Khati Y , Jha SK , Sharma SK , Karki P
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Data regarding the pattern and outcome of infective endocarditis from developing countries are sparse and there have been few studies in our part of the world understanding the clinical profile and outcome of patients with infective endocarditis.
Methods: It was a hospital based descriptive retrospective cross-sectional with the objective on clinical profile and outcome of infective endocarditis patients admitted in tertiary care center in eastem part of Nepal. The study included cases admitted in department of internal medicine ward, BPKIHS with diagnosis of infective endocarditis from year 2008 to 2015.
Results: A total of 20 patients were diagnosed as case of infective endocarditis during the period from 2008 to 2015 in department of internal medicine. The median age of study group was 31 years (range 14-56). Male to female ratio was 9:1. Among various risk factors, history of Intravenous drug use was the main risk factor present in 50% of patients, followed by definite rheumatic heart disease in 40% of study population. Fever, Chills and sweats were main symptom present in all patients anemia in 90 %, heart murmur in 80%, anorexia in 45%, myalgia in 35%, splenomegaly in 15%, neurological manifestation, clubbing, Roth's s and embolic phenomenon in 5% of patients. The most common valve involved was tricuspid valve, present in 50% patient, followed by mitral valve in 35% patient and aortic valve in 15% of patients. Anemia was most common laboratory abnormalities present in 90% of the patients followed by leukocytosis in 80% of patients, microscopic hematuria and disarranged renal function test was present in 40% of the patients. Blood culture positivity was seen in 30% of cases and the pathogen isolated was Staphylococcus aureus. Prior antibiotic treatment was received by 40% of patients. Acute Renal failure was the main complication appeared which was present in 25% of patients followed by Neurological manifestations in 5% and peripheral embolic phenomenon was present 5% of patients.
Conclusion: The spectrum of our infective endocarditis patients differ from those seen in the west in terms of epidemiology, predisposing factors, microbiology, complications, and outcome. Fever, pallor and heart murmur were most common symptoms and acute renal failure was the most common complication. Majority of our patients improve despite having lack of surgical backup. Culture-negative endocarditis continues to have a high prevalence in developing countries like Nepal, largely due to prior antibiotic use before clinical presentation.
ANALISIS WACANA KRITIS DALAM TEKS PIDATO MENDIKBUDRISTEK NADIEM MAKARIM DI HARI PENDIDIKAN NASIONAL 2024
Authors: Amirul Mukminin  , Surya Shahab Agum Tegar , Firdausi Jamilatul
Published: July 2024

Abstrak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan struktur dan karakteristik dalam teks pidato Mendikbudristek Nadiem Makarim di Hari Pendidikan Nasional 2024 perspektif analisis wacana kritis menurut kajian Van Dijk. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan AWK model van Dijk. Data berupa teks pidato Mendikbudristek Nadiem Makarim di Hari Pendidikan Nasional 2024 yang dikumpulkan dengan metode dokumentasi. Seluruh data dalam penelitian ini dianalisis dengan teknik deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa, berdasarkan analisis struktur dalam teks pidato Mendikbudristek Nadiem Makarim menunjukkan bahwa teks pidato tersebut telah sejalan dengan tiga struktur wacana Van Dijk, yakni struktur makro, supra, dan mikro. Dalam teks pidato tersebut juga sudah memenuhi karakteristik AWK Van Dijk, meliputi tindakan, konteks, histori, kekuasaan dan ideologi.
Kata Kunci : Analisis Wacana Kritis, Teks Pidato, Mendikbudristek
Conflict Management in Organizations
Authors: Dini Vientiany  , Siti Arawiyyah Ardi  , Maysa Putri Khairana Lubis  , Maulana Alghopari Harahap
Published: July 2024

Conflict management includes a series of actions and reactions that occur between perpetrators and external parties involved in a conflict. One method of conflict management is a process-oriented approach, which focuses on the way actors and outside parties communicate with each other. external sources and how they influence relevance and interpretation. The jobs of individuals and groups of workers in an organization are related to each other. In an organization, conflict is always caused by poor communication. This also applies to bad decisions, where poor communication is always the scapegoat. Conflict is not always detrimental; sometimes, they can also be profitable in the long run. However, the interactionist perspective argues that conflict should be encouraged because it can trigger change in the organization. Conflict can cause behavior to change.
Exercise-Induced Rhabdomyolysis - Case Study
Authors: TARCAU Emilian ,   ", LUCACI Doru-Nicolae , BOCA Ioan-Cosmin , SERSENIUC URZICA Adrian Titus ,   Human Performance Research Center, Department of Physical Education, Sport and Physiotherapy, University of Oradea, Romania",   Auxologico President Medical Rehabilitation Hospital, Baile Felix, Romania,   "Corresponding author; Human Performance Research Center, Department of Physical Education, Sport and Physiotherapy, University of Oradea, Romania; icboca@yahoo.com",   "Human Performance Research Center, Department of Physical Education, Sport and Physiotherapy, University of Oradea, Romania"
Published: July 2024

"Introduction: Rhabdomyolysis is a complicated medical condition characterized by the rapid breakdown of damaged or injured skeletal muscles. This syndrome can be caused by various factors, with the most common being trauma, prolonged immobilization, sepsis, and the use of drugs and alcohol. Purpose: the case study aims to highlight the importance of the correct diagnosis of the rhabdomyolysis syndrome and the implementation of an effective treatment plan to avoid repercussions on the patient, which can put his life in danger. Material and method: The case study took place over a period of six months, at the subject's home, where the examinations, recovery programs and diet plan were implemented. The subject is a 23-year-old student who practices three sports, including bodybuilding, from which the rhabdomyolysis syndrome was triggered after an intense leg workout. Assessment tools used: Schober Test, Chest amplitude measurement, Apley's scratch Test, and Fingertip-to-floor Test. Results: There is a significant difference between the first treatment session and the last one, the degree of independence has increased, the mobility of the upper and lower limbs is much improved, the pains are reduced, and the endurance to the effort is also increased. Conclusion: As a general conclusion, I can say that the effects of rhabdomyolysis can be treated and reduced with a personalized program of physical therapy and alternative therapies."
FINANCIAL LITERACY AS THE KEY TO POPULARIZING INVESTING / ФИНАНСОВАЯ ГРАМОТНОСТЬ - КЛЮЧ К ПОПУЛЯРИЗАЦИИ ИНВЕСТИРОВАНИЯ
Authors: Minasyan Arus , Minasyan Ashot
Published: July 2024

Increasing the level of financial education and financial literacy can become an incentive to popularize and become interested in the possibilities of the financial market of Armenia, to involve the population in the investment process, and to use various and available tools to diversify their investment portfolio. The objective reality is that only a small percentage of the population knows about their opportunities and prospects in the capital market. Expansion of knowledge will ensure further rapid development of the domestic investor and, as a consequence, financial markets. This process is complex and labor-intensive, requiring coordinated efforts of government authorities, the banking community and brokerage companies, which will ultimately lead to market maturity, the opening of new opportunities and, as a result, an increase in the well-being of the population.
Cellular and Molecular Mechanism of Wound Healing Along with Different Plants Used in Wound Healing Potential
Authors: Khan Atifa , Ali Syed Salman
Published: July 2024

Healing a skin wound is a complicated process that needs many types of cells working together at different times. When the skin is hurt, cells in the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue must work together perfectly for the area to heal. Changes in the microenvironment, like changes in mechanical forces, oxygen levels, and the production of growth factors, can have a direct effect on the recruitment and activation of cells, which can make repair less effective. Even though wound healing is hard, a lot of work has gone into understanding how wounds heal, making wound care better, and creating new therapies and tools. Herbal medicine has become a good option for many health problems, including wound healing. It has been shown that these natural treatments can help treat ulcers, skin infections, inflammation, and wounds. Traditional herbal medicines are very popular because they are easy to get, don't cost much, and have deep cultural roots. This review talks about how medicinal plants and their derivatives can help heal wounds. It stresses how important herbal medicines are for treating and caring for wounds. These treatments can help clean, remove dead skin, and keep the area wet so that natural healing can happen. However, herbal drugs need to be standardized and their quality must be checked to make sure they are always the same and work as intended. Herbal drugs have a lot of potential to treat and cure a wide range of illnesses. This makes them an interesting choice for wound care and treatment.
Bridging the Gap: A Critical Analysis of Pre-Clinical Wound Healing Models for Improved Translation to Clinical Efficacy
Authors: Rawat Kirti , Sethi Vandana Arora , Ali Syed Salman
Published: July 2024

Wound healing is a complex process crucial for maintaining tissue integrity. While human trials offer the ultimate testing ground for wound treatments, ethical and practical limitations necessitate pre-clinical models. This review explores the strengths and limitations of various animal models used in wound healing research. The article highlights the contributions of rodents and pigs in elucidating fundamental wound management principles. However, it emphasizes the lack of a perfect model due to inter-species anatomical and physiological variations. Additionally, factors like age, sex, and wound location can influence results. The review then categorizes wound healing models into in vitro (cultured cells), ex vivo (tissues), and in vivo (whole animals) approaches. Each category encompasses various sub-models suitable for studying specific aspects of wound healing. Strengths of pre-clinical models include efficient data generation, controlled environments, and the ability to test therapies in disease states like diabetes. However, limitations include discrepancies in healing mechanisms between species and the difficulty of replicating complex chronic wounds. The review concludes by discussing how incorporating patientderived cells and advanced technologies like induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and microengineering hold promise for developing more accurate pre-clinical models. This can ultimately expedite drug development and improve wound management in humans.
Advancements in Nanoparticle-Based Gene Delivery Systems for Therapeutic Applications: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Dubey Avinash , Bisht Anjali , Vikal Akash , Patel Preeti , Kurmi Balak Das
Published: July 2024

This comprehensive review explores the evolving landscape of nanoparticle-based gene delivery, encompassing various aspects from fundamental design principles to clinical translation. The introduction sets the stage by providing background information and elucidating the rationale for utilizing nanoparticles in gene delivery. The scope of the review is outlined to guide readers through an in-depth exploration of key topics. The subsequent sections delve into the diverse types of nanoparticles employed for gene delivery, including liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles, inorganic nanoparticles, and hybrid systems. A comparative analysis offers insights into the unique attributes of each nanoparticle type. The design and engineering of nanoparticles are scrutinized, covering critical aspects such as surface modification, size and shape optimization, payload encapsulation, and strategies for enhanced stability. The review progresses to targeted gene delivery strategies, elucidating ligand-based targeting, stimuli-responsive nanoparticles, tissue-specific targeting, and innovative approaches to overcome biological barriers. In evaluating in vivo performance, emphasis is placed on bio distribution, pharmacokinetics, biocompatibility, immunogenicity, and long-term effects, providing a comprehensive assessment of the practical implications of nanoparticle-based systems. An overview of clinical trials highlights the progress and challenges in translating nanoparticle-based gene delivery from bench to bedside. The subsequent section delves into safety considerations, addressing cytotoxicity, immunogenicity, strategies for mitigating safety concerns, and the regulatory landscape governing these advanced therapeutic modalities. The review concludes by looking towards the future, exploring emerging trends such as the integration of nanoparticles with gene editing technologies, the application of nanoparticles for RNA interference, and the development of personalized gene therapy approaches. Anticipated challenges and opportunities are discussed.
Formulation and Evaluating Aprepitant Orally Disintegrating Tablets via Solid Dispersion Technique
Authors: Guru Anjali , Jain Rupesh Kumar , Jain Harshita
Published: July 2024

This study demonstrates the potential of using orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs) as a delivery vehicle for Aprepitant to manage chemotherapy-induced vomiting effectively. Preformulation studies, including identification tests, solubility profiles, and drug-excipient interaction analyses, confirmed that Aprepitant has a melting point of 254-256°C and is hydrophobic, soluble in methanol, sparingly soluble in PBS pH 6.8, and insoluble in water. Solid dispersions with PEG 6000, PEG 4000, and β-cyclodextrin enhanced the solubility and dissolution rate of Aprepitant. The optimal solid dispersion (SD4, Drug: PEG6000, 1:2 ratio) exhibited excellent drug content (99.31%), solubility (3.91 mg/ml), and cumulative drug release (97.17% in 15 minutes). ODTs were prepared using different superdisintegrants and evaluated for hardness, friability, weight variation, disintegration time, wetting time, and in vitro drug release. Results indicated uniform tablet characteristics, with formulation F3 (containing crospovidone) showing the best disintegration time (21 seconds) and rapid dissolution within 15 minutes. Stability tests on F3 revealed no significant changes under varying temperature and humidity conditions. The dissolution efficiency of disintegrants followed the order: crospovidone > sodium starch glycolate > croscarmellose sodium, indicating that the formulation is ideal for fast release and absorption of Aprepitant while reducing swallowing difficulties associated with conventional tablets.
Transplante dental autógeno como alternativa para o tratamento de dentes considerados perdidos, uma revisão de literatura
Authors: De Lima Anna Luiza Delmondes , Leite Mikaele Oliveira , Santos Mateus Veppo dos
Published: July 2024

O objetivo desse estudo foi investigar e descrever os diversos fatores que influenciam no sucesso de dentes autotransplantados. Para tanto foi necessário identificar o motivo da perda dentária precoce de molares em jovens, descrever como o transplante dentário autógeno pode recuperar a função mastigatória e enumerar as vantagens que a técnica do transplante dental promove aos pacientes jovens. Realizou-se uma revisão de literatura que utilizou as bases de dados Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), PubMed e Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO). A pesquisa foi realizada com artigos de até 10 anos de publicação. As publicações foram pré-selecionadas pelos títulos e a leitura dos resumos disponíveis, assim, foram incluídas publicações em inglês. Ao final, foram selecionados 23 artigos para compor essa revisão. É unanime entre os autores a importância do transplante dentário autógeno na saúde bucal de jovens, proporcionando ao paciente harmonia no arco e melhor capacidade mastigatória com um dente biológico, de forma econômica. A abordagem terapêutica permite a revascularização do dente doador no novo alvéolo. Todavia, existem normas a serem seguidas para atingir o êxito do tratamento.
Editorial
Authors: Tomaz Carlos
Published: July 2024

Editorial.
Checklist of the terrestrial gastropods of Brazil
Authors: Salvador Rodrigo B. , Miranda Marcel S. , Silva Fernanda S. , Oliveira Cléo D. C. , Arruda Janine O. , Cavallari Daniel C. , Gomes Suzete R. , La Pasta Ariel , Pena Meire S. , Ovando Ximena M. C. , Rosa Rafael M. , Salles Anna C. A. , Santos Sonia B. , Simone Luiz R. L. , Machado Fabrizio M.
Published: July 2024

We compiled taxonomic information about terrestrial gastropods in Brazil in an organized and user-friendly checklist that we hope will be useful for researchers and stakeholders alike. We also expect that it will serve as a springboard, garnering more interest and enabling a new wave of studies on this fauna, which has one the highest extinction rates of all animal groups while being essential ecosystem functioning and also includes species of importance to public health and agriculture. We list all species of terrestrial gastropods that occur in the country, with information regarding synonymized names and fossils. We also propose a few nomenclatural acts to address some pending issues of easy resolution. A total of 748 species of terrestrial gastropods are known in Brazil, including 33 exotic species that have been introduced to Brazil. A total of 48 families are present, the majority of which belong to Stylommatophora; only six families represent the Neritimorpha, Caenogastropoda and Systellommatophora. The most speciose families are Bulimulidae, Strophocheilidae, Cyclodontinidae, Streptaxidae, and Simpulopsidae. Changes in nomenclature proposed here are as follows: Drymaeus obliquus poecilogramma Ancey, 1901 is now reclassified as Sanniostracus poecilogramma (Ancey, 1901) comb. nov.; Helix uniplicata Férussac, 1827 as Clessinia uniplicata (Férussac, 1827) comb. nov.; Zonitoides parana Baker, 1914 as Miradiscops parana (Baker, 1914) comb. nov.; “Helix” circumplexa Deshayes, 1839 as Systrophiella circumplexa (Deshayes, 1839) comb. nov.; Bradybaena giovannalimae Lima & Cossignani, 2021 as Streptaxis giovannalimae (Lima & Cossignani, 2021) comb. nov.
A Personalized Recommendation Algorithm for Tourist Attractions Using User Behavior Data
Authors: Zhong Xiaolei , Chen Ze , Qiao Rui , Ding Hongwei , Zong Rong
Published: July 2024

With the widespread application of 5G and cloud computing technologies, smart tourism has become a hotspot and development trend in the tourism industry. This paper develops a cloud-based intelligent tourism application for the Android platform, innovatively integrating edge computing technology to achieve faster data processing speeds and lower latency, providing users with instant travel information and services. The application adopts a personalized recommendation algorithm to intelligently recommend tourist attractions and routes based on user behavior and preferences, and introduces a geo-tagged social function, allowing users to share travel experiences and reviews, enhancing user interaction and community sense. Furthermore, the application incorporates augmented reality (AR) technology, providing virtual tour guide services through the mobile camera, bringing users an immersive travel guide experience. This paper details the design architecture, key technology implementation, and expected effects of this intelligent tourism application, aiming to enhance the tourism experience while promoting the digital transformation and development of the tourism industry through technological innovation.
Review of Aspect-Based Sentiment Analysis Based on Data Augmentation and Pre-Trained Models
Authors: Ye Lizhu , Md Johar Md Gapar , Hazim Alkawaz Mohammed
Published: July 2024

This paper systematically reviews the aspect-based sentiment analysis techniques that integrate data augmentation and pre-trained language models. Aspect-based sentiment analysis aims to identify the sentiment tendency of specific aspects in texts. Traditional methods face challenges such as data sparsity and insufficient model generalization. Data augmentation and pre-trained language models bring opportunities to solve these problems. Data augmentation can alleviate data sparsity, and pre-trained language models have powerful feature extraction and transfer learning capabilities. This paper elaborates on the task definition of aspect-based sentiment analysis, focusing on specific methods based on data augmentation and pre-trained language models, including data augmentation strategies and methods, as well as methods based on pre-trained language models such as BERT, RoBERTa, BART, and XLNet, and explores how to combine data augmentation and pre-trained models to improve the performance of aspect-level sentiment analysis. Finally, it is pointed out that there are still some challenges and opportunities in this field, such as the diversity of data augmentation techniques, optimization of pre-trained models, multimodal sentiment analysis, interpretability, and credibility, which need to be further explored.
Comparison Technology of Wind Speed and Direction Anemometer for Wind Turbines Based on Doppler Lidar
Authors: Zhang Hua , Xing Tao , Liu Minghui , Meng Xianmin , Zhao Bin
Published: July 2024

This paper focuses on the importance of sensors in wind turbines and the limitations of the current calibration method. It introduces a new technology based on Doppler lidar combined with numerical simulation to achieve in-situ and real-time calibration of the wind speed and direction sensor. The technology aims to evaluate the sensor's working status, quantify the influence of impeller interference, and improve the power generation efficiency of the unit. The key is to use numerical simulation modeling for direct comparison and evaluation. The research contents include quantifying the interference factors of the wind speed and direction sensor using numerical simulation and researching the use of Doppler lidar for sensor calibration. This technology offers advantages such as efficient status evaluation, in-depth result analysis, and reduced unit downtime, filling the technical gap in the wind power industry.
Pengaruh Optimisme Terhadap Kecemasan Pada Mahasiswa Rantau
Authors: Jany Dara Ratu Jany , Junaidin
Published: July 2024

Setiap mahasiswa pastinya memiliki optimisme agar bisa merasa yakin untuk melanjutkan pendidikannya walaupun harus berada jauh dari orang tua dan dihadapkan dengan berbagai penyesuaian untuk bisa beradaptasi didaerah baru, tak sering hal ini menimbulkan berbagai perasaan negatif diantaranya adalah kecemasan. Dalam penelitian ini, pendekatan   yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif deskriptif. Populasi pada penelitian ini merupakan mahasiswa rantau aktif di Universitas Teknologi Sumbawa yang berjumlah 642 mahasiswa. Teknik yang dipakai yaitu purposive sampling dan untuk menentukan jumlah sampel digunakan rumus slovin dan didapatkan sebanyak 87 sampel. Berdasarkan penelitian yang dilakukan di Universitas Teknologi Sumbawa, dapat dikatakan optimisme memberikan pengaruh terhadap kecemasan dengan nilai koefisien determinasi R square sebesar 0,542. Adanya pengaruh optimisme terhadap kecemasan pada mahasiswa rantau Universitas Teknologi Sumbawa dapat dilihat dari hasil n signifikansi (Sig.) 0,000 < 0,05. Pada uji normalitas penelitian ini  didapatkan nilai signifikansi 0.200 > 0.05,  dan dapat  disimpulkan  residual berdistribusi normal.
Quantum Cryptography for Enhanced Data Security: A Comparative Survey of Data Encryption and Decryption of Error Correction
Authors: Tsepav Matthew , Alfa Baba , Adamu Yakubu , Adedeji Adesiyan
Published: July 2024

Data information security is a crucial concern that ought to be managed to help protect vital data. Cryptography is one of the conventional approaches for securing data and is generally considered a fundamental data security component that provides privacy, integrity, confidentiality, and authentication. In this paper, a comparative survey of Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA) data security algorithm is proposed in order to compare their security strength. In doing so, we integrate traditional RSA and Gaussian Interpolation formulas to test their security level. The integration raised the security strength of RSA to the fifth degree,while the Gaussian First Forward Interpolation was used to encrypt the ASCII values of the message after which the traditional RSA was used to encrypt and decrypt the message in the second and third levels. Comparative data security analysis was performed using four different algorithms; RSA, SRNN, 2-Key pair algorithms, and the results showed that when the data size was small, the encryption and decryption times were lower for the proposed algorithm but higher when the data size was big. Thus the two public keys used and some mathematical relations made the eavesdropper not to get much knowledge about the key and therefore, unable to decrypt the message.
Low Latitude Estimated Virtual Vertical Plasma Drifts Variation During Solar Minimum
Authors: Ehinlafa O. E. , Liman Y. M. , Àlàgbé G. A. , Abdulsalam A. B. , Johnson M. J.
Published: July 2024

Virtual vertical plasma drifts estimated from hourly virtual heights (h’F2) extracted from the digisonde found on GIRO’s website are used in this recent study by engaging the international quiet days (IQDs) conditions. Virtual vertical plasma drifts () estimated from low latitude F2-region virtual heights was examined over Ilorin (lat. 8.31°N, long. 4.34°E, dip lat. 2.95o) during solar minimum (SM), a station Located along the latitudinal hollow. The 10-international quiet days (IQDs) monthly averages across each hourly period of the day were used for the estimation. Two characteristics of  highlighted are the pre-noon and the post-noon peaks of the diurnal patterns for each season. The  pre-noon peaks magnitudes between 0800 LT and 0900 LT are 6.8, 14.4 and 15.0 m/s for June Solstice, Equinox and December Solstice respectively; and its post-noon peaks magnitudes around 1800 LT evening time are 0.8, 7.4 and 7.9 m/s foe December and June Solstices, and Equinox respectively.  displayed an enhanced phenomenon of slight-transitory spikes having magnitudes of -0.3 m/s (December Solstice) and -0.8 m/s (Equinox), and 3.6 m/s (June Solstice) around 1200 LT noontime. Finally,  depicted pre-reversal enhancement (PRE) night peaks for the entire season. The PRE peaks magnitudes are [(-4.0)–(-13.4)] m/s at 2000 LT, [(-4.9)–(-9.3)] m/s between 2200 LT and 2300 LT, [(-3.6)–(-6.6)] m/s between 0100 LT and 0200 LT and [(-3.0)–(-6.4)] m/s between 0300 LT and 0400 LT respectively for all seasons. Same phenomenon in the  annual pattern as showcased in the  diurnal patterns occurred. In general,  magnitudes were highest in Solstices and lowest in Equinox during solar minimum. The  gradually and continuous decay is ensued by the electrons hastily turnoff movement from the low latitude due to solar ionization for all seasons
Next-Generation Cognitive Robotics: Advanced Technologies and Applications
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Next-generation cognitive robotics represents a convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced robotics to create intelligent systems capable of autonomous decision-making and complex interactions with their environment. This research article explores the theoretical foundations, advanced technologies, and practical applications of cognitive robotics. Through comprehensive analysis, the study identifies key advancements in sensor integration, cognitive architectures, and machine learning algorithms. The findings highlight the transformative potential of cognitive robotics in fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, and autonomous systems. Practical recommendations for researchers, engineers, and policymakers are provided, along with suggestions for future research to further advance the field. Keywords: Next-Generation Cognitive Robotics, Advanced Technologies, Robotics Applications, Cognitive Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Human-Robot Interaction, Autonomous Systems, Intelligent Automation, Robotics Innovation, Cognitive Computing, Robot Learning, Sensor Integration, Robotics Software, Autonomous Decision-Making, Adaptive Robotics, Smart Robots, Robot Perception, Cognitive Architectures, Robotic Control Systems, Robotics in Industry, Cognitive Robotics Research, Future Robotics, Technological Advancements in Robotics and Cognitive Robotics Applications.
Transformative Impact: The Power of Social Entrepreneurship
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: July 2024

Abstract: Social entrepreneurship has emerged as a powerful force for addressing complex social problems by blending entrepreneurial principles with a mission to create social value. This article explores the transformative impact of social entrepreneurship, analyzing its theoretical foundations, practical applications, and the challenges faced by social entrepreneurs. Through detailed case studies and thematic analysis, the study identifies key success factors and strategies that contribute to the effectiveness of social enterprises. The findings highlight the importance of innovation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable business models. Practical recommendations for aspiring social entrepreneurs and policymakers, as well as suggestions for future research, are also discussed, emphasizing the potential of social entrepreneurship to drive positive societal change. Keywords: Social Entrepreneurship, Transformative Impact, Social Value, Entrepreneurial Principles, Theoretical Foundations, Practical Applications, Challenges, Case Studies, Thematic Analysis, Key Success Factors, Strategies, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business Models and Positive Societal Change.
Siblings in crime? Pedagogical motives of the criticism of hegemony and intersectionality
Authors: Niggemann Jan
Published: July 2024

The text emphasizes the importance of the question of education for the critique of hegemony and the use of intersectionality. Intersectionality and critique of hegemony can be understood as a tension that arises through reflection on their purposes in a learning process. The text develops a perspective that shows how intersectionality and hegemony critique can be combined. Similarities and differences between the two concepts are outlined to discuss their synergies and incompatibilities.
Desarrollo de Habilidades Blandas en la Formación Universitaria en la Era Digital
Authors: Loáiciga-Gutiérrez Jorge Luis , Chanto Espinoza Carlos Luis
Published: July 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo conocer el desarrollo de las habilidades blandas en la formación universitaria en la era digital, tomando como referencia estudiantes de la Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica (UNA), Campus Liberia se proporciona una recopilación teórica y reflexiva en tiempos donde la tecnología marca la pauta en la práctica educativa universitaria. La metodología se fundamenta en un enfoque cuantitativo de alcance descriptivo y explicativo, con una muestra de 277 estudiantes. Los resultados revelaron que con el avance de la tecnología, en la denominada era digital existe poco manejo de habilidades blandas por parte del estudiantado. Se concluye que las universidades deben reinventarse hacia la nueva realidad pedagógica con dependencia a las TIC, desarrollando mejoras para promover la formación de estas habilidades que son fundamentales en el desenvolvimiento de una posible incorporación de los estudiantes al mercado laboral.
Provisiones y riesgos crediticios en cooperativas de ahorro y crédito en Ecuador [Provisions and credit risks in credit unions in Ecuador]
Authors: Bermeo-Cisneros Jimmy Byron , Moreno-Narváez Verónica Paulina
Published: July 2024

El objetivo de este estudio es analizar estrategias para la contabilización y gestión de provisiones asociadas con riesgos crediticios en el sector de cooperativas de ahorro y crédito del segmento 2 y 3, como un mecanismo para asegurar el cumplimiento de las normativas contables actuales. Se definió como una investigación no experimental con un enfoque descriptivo, para la selección de la muestra, se aplicó un muestreo por conveniencia, resultando en la participación de 47 cooperativas, con 28 pertenecientes al segmento 2 y 19 al segmento 3, cuyos contadores fueron seleccionados por su disponibilidad y facilidad para participar en la investigación, proporcionando una información representativa para el estudio. La mayoría de las cooperativas de ahorro y crédito en los segmentos 2 y 3 revisan y ajustan sus provisiones contables vinculadas a riesgos crediticios mensualmente, representando el 63.83%
智能投顾的发展现状及监管
Authors: Li Chao , Cheng Pengfei , Li Songliang
Published: July 2024

随着大数据、人工智能等技术的发展,智能投顾在国内外受到广泛关注,并逐步得到应用。本文首先分析了美英等国智能投顾市场的监管体系,美国监管主要要求平台信息披露,英国监管主要通过监管沙盒。然后介绍了我国智能投顾的发展历程,我国智能投顾存在的账户实际控制人认定困难、一致行动人、监管法律体系不完善、行为边界不清晰等监管难点。最后从宏观审慎指标、微观行为指标、服务品质指标、构建市场退出机制等方面,对完善我国智能投顾监管体系提出了对策建议。
Optimizing Quality Classroom Engagement and Thinking and Rethinking Processes in Social Studies Courses through a Wait-time Model (WTM)
Authors:   Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa, Umali Edsel , Villaruz KIndred ,   Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out how the wait-time provided by professors to the students’ influence their classroom engagement as well as their ability to think and re-think, both in the online and offline set-ups. The problem with wait-time during discussions is that it can hinder the flow of conversation and impede effective communication. One of the problems that confront students is the prolonged pauses or delays in responses that may lead to disengagement, loss of momentum, and decreased overall efficiency in exchanging ideas or information. This delay can be caused by various factors such as technical issues, hesitation in responses, or inadequate facilitation, all of which can contribute to a less productive and engaging discussion. This study used social-observation descriptive design, a form of scientific research. The samples were selected through purposive sampling, include three (3) classes from Bachelor of Secondary Education, majoring in Social Studies totaling 95 respondents and 5 social-science faculty members from the College of Teacher Education, City University of Muntinlupa, Philippines. The Survey on the Average Teacher’s Wait-time Tool and Classroom Discussion through a Wait-time Tool, constructed by the researchers, observation, and interviews were used to gather data from the samples. The study found out that the Average Wait-Time on "Creating Questions" has the longest average wait-time at 2 minutes and 11 while "Remembering Questions" have the shortest wait-time at 41 seconds. There is a strong positive correlation between the average length of wait-time and active classroom engagement. Longer wait-times result in more engaged students, whether in online or face-to-face classes. And the correlation between Wait-Time and Thinking and Rethinking reveals that there is a moderately negative correlation which suggests that the length of wait-time and the thinking and rethinking process have an inverse relationship. Extended wait-times may lead to reduced cognitive activity, indicating a need for balance. These findings emphasize the importance of optimizing wait-time in educational practices to facilitate meaningful engagement and cognitive processing. Balancing the duration of wait-time is essential to harness its benefits effectively. The authors concluded that through quality wait-time, students would be able to further enhance their analytical, critical, and higher order thinking skills.
Africanos e Afrodescendentes no Cinema Português Contemporâneo: Imigrantes, Cidadãos, Humanos
Authors: FERNANDO ARENAS
Published: July 2024

RESUMO: O presente ensaio oferece uma panorâmica crítica de longas-metragens e documentários ligados às experiências de africanos e afrodescendentes no Portugal contemporâneo, visando investigar como a dita produção cultural reflete uma nação portuguesa em plena mutação, onde as fronteiras entre o Portugal pós-colonial e as ex-colónias africanas, tal como as noções acerca do que é “ser africano” ou “ser europeu,” estão a ser redefinidas. As longa-metragens e documentários que serão objeto de reflexão neste ensaio apresentam uma diversidade de abordagens estéticas e estruturas narrativas, mas, ao mesmo tempo, uma convergência ética visando trazer sujeitos afrodescendentes para o centro da representação e para o âmbito duma cidadania social e cultural.
PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Estudos de longas-metragens/documentários; diaspora português/africano; Portugal pós-colonial
ABSTRACT: This essay offers a critical overview of feature films and documentaries related to the experiences of Africans and Afro-descendants in contemporary Portugal, aiming to investigate how this form of cultural production reflects a Portuguese nation in full mutation, where the borders between post-colonial Portugal and the former African colonies, as well as the notions about what is “being African” or “being European,” are being redefined. The feature films and documentaries that will be the object of reflection in this essay present a diversity of aesthetic approaches and narrative structures, but, at the same time, an ethical convergence aiming to bring Afro-descendent subjects to the center of representation and to the sphere of a social and cultural citizenship.
KEYWORDS: Film/documentary study; Portuguese-African diaspora; post-colonial Portugal
Da ruína como discurso: Apontamentos sobre cinematografias pós-coloniais
Authors: MIRIAN TAVARES
Published: July 2024

RESUMO: O cinema foi inventado na tarda-modernidade, engendrando um discurso, um aparelho, uma arquitetura e uma proposição. Para perceber o seu alcance, não pode ser retirado  do  contexto  em  que  nasceu  e  nem  se  podem  ignorar  as  implicações  espácio-temporais que o visionamento dos filmes provocou nos seus contemporâneos. De que maneira,  então,  os  realizadores  dos  países  africanos  de  língua  portuguesa  constroem  um discurso próprio, dentro de um dispositivo herdado do período colonial? Como colabora o cinema no processo de construção identitária? De que maneira alguns cineastas habitam  as  ruínas  do  colonialismo?  E  como  eles  subvertem  o  conceito  tradicional  de  ruínas, que se transforma num modelo de resistência ao novo, ao estrangeiro? Através da análise de alguns filmes de realizadores de Moçambique, Cabo Verde e Guiné-Bissau, procuro perceber as semelhanças e dissemelhanças do uso do dispositivo cinematográfico na construção de discursos audiovisuais no período pós-colonial.
PALAVRAS-CHAVE: cinema africano, ruínas, identidade, representação
ABSTRACT: Having been invented in the late modernity, cinema has engendered its own discourse,  apparatus,  architecture,  and  propositions.  To  acknowledge  a  film’s  full  scope,  one must not neglect the context in which it was created; nor can one ignore the spacetime implications it has had for its contemporary spectators. In what manner have directors from African Portuguese-speaking countries constructed their own discourse within a device inherited from the colonial period? And how have they subverted the traditional concept of ruin, which has become a model of resistance to what is new, to what is foreign?  How  do  some  directors  inhabit  the  ruins  of  colonialism?  Through  the  analysis  of  some films from countries such as Mozambique, Cape Verde, and Guinea Bissau, I attempt to understand the similarities and dissimilarities in the use of cinematographic devices in the construction of audiovisual discourses in the postcolonial period.
KEYWORDS: African cinema, ruins, identity, representation