bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cultural mediaries on AniTube: Between fans and social media entertainers
Authors: High Michael
Published: November 2022

Over the last forty years, the increasing popularity of Japanese anime, manga, light novels, and other related transmedia texts has created a demand for the promotion, review, and criticism of such content among Anglophone, non-Japanese audiences. One of the most prominent communities meeting this demand is YouTube's AniTube community. With its roots in pre- and early internet fan reviewing, AniTube has transitioned from a fan to a creator culture, demonstrating how contemporary online communities adapt previously noncommercial practices for commercial production. Through interviews with creators and analyses of AniTube videos, this article details the tensions between cultural intra- and intermediation and between the communal and individualistic values and practices of its members.
Dispatches from transition
Authors: TWC Editor
Published: November 2022

Editorial for TWC No. 38 (September 15, 2022).
Sobre el Autorretrato de Goya en el Museum of Fine Arts de Boston
Authors: Cano Díaz Emiliano
Published: November 2022

El reciente rechazo en la autoría del Autorretrato dibujado de Goya del Museo de Boston ―realizado en el catálogo razonado de dibujos del pintor aparecido en 2018― ha supuesto un aliciente para volver a estudiar la pieza, aportando nueva documentación a su trayectoria y reforzando su legitimidad. Ello ha servido para reivindicar nuevamente su consideración como obra original de Goya, no obstante la singularidad del dibujo dentro de su producción.
Diseño tecnológico y proceso participativo para la rehabilitación de asentamientos informales en Colombia
Authors: Lucio Baratta Adolfo Francesco , Calcagnini Laura , Finucci Fabrizio , Magarò Antonio , Quintana Ramírez Hector Saul
Published: November 2022

Este artículo presenta los resultados de una investigación de tres años sobre la regeneración de asentamientos espontáneos en condiciones de insuficiencia social, económica, ambiental y tecnológica. La investigación se desarrolla dentro de un convenio entre el Departamento de Arquitectura de la Universidad Roma Tre (Italia) y la Facultad de Arquitectura, Diseño y Urbanismo de la Universidad de Boyacá en Sogamoso (Colombia). La investigación desarrolla estrategias procedimentales y presenta soluciones capaces de regenerar asentamientos espontáneos. Con este objetivo, se ha diseñado un sistema de soluciones para vivienda informal, sin estructuras resistentes y degradada para un total de cuarenta casos de estudio en las zonas marginales de Sogamoso. Las estrategias contribuyeron a reducir la percepción de inseguridad habitacional al incrementar la cohesión de la comunidad. Los resultados muestran el carácter multidisciplinar de la investigación, para operar en la reconfiguración tecnológica y para involucrar a la comunidad local.
Investigating physician self-referral in public hospitals in South East Nigeria: Insights from stakeholders
Authors: Eze Bartholomew S. , Jones Mari
Published: November 2022

Background: Physician self-referral occurs where a full-time paid doctor diverts patients from one hospital to another in which he or she has financial interest.Aim: This study is aimed at investigating the views of service users, physicians and policymakers on physician self-referral practice in public hospitals in Nigeria.Setting: The study was carried out in Enugu urban area of South East Nigeria.Methods: A mix of qualitative and quantitative methods was used to collect information from different categories of stakeholders. Service user views were explored through analysis of four focus group discussions involving 26 participants and 407 questionnaires completed with household members who had recently visited a public hospital and then gone to private hospitals. In-depth interviews were completed with 15 public sector doctors not involved in dual practice and eight key policymakers.Results: Thirty-four of 407 respondents (8.4%) visiting a public hospital were diverted to a private facility associated with the attending public hospital doctor. The research examined age, gender and socio-economic status (SES) as factors that might influence the likelihood of patient diversion. Advice to transfer to a private clinic usually came directly from the doctor involved but might also come from nurses.Conclusion: Physician self-referral in Nigeria could take different forms. It was found that both direct and indirect forms of diversion exist, suggesting that this is an organised practice in which dual-practice doctors and supporting hospital staff members cooperate. The study recommends, among other things, that service users should be adequately protected from any form of diversion to private practice by the public system employee doctors.Contribution: This study contributes to understanding the extent and pattern of patient diversion in public hospitals in Nigeria. The findings reveal coordinated tactics for diverting public hospital patients and provide a direction for future research in negative behaviour among healthcare professionals in Nigeria.
Innovative mechanisms to improve access to funding for the black-owned small and medium enterprises in South Africa
Authors: Baloyi Foster , Khanyile Moses B.
Published: November 2022

Background: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa and globally struggle to gain access to external funding. The current lending instruments used by the banks are more suitable for large enterprises than for SMEs. Financially constrained SMEs are less likely to contribute to economic growth and job creation. Small and medium enterprises in South Africa are expected to create 90% of the 11 million jobs as per the National Development Plan.Aim: The objective of this study was to deliver innovatively designed funding mechanisms through which improved access to external funding can be achieved.Setting: Participating stakeholders in this research were entrepreneurs and suppliers of funding, policymakers and experts.Methods: The purposive sampling method was used in this study where 24 in-depth interviews were conducted, and 160 survey questionnaires were recorded. Mixed-methods approach was used to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative techniques. A literature review related to entrepreneurship and capital structure theories was conducted. Thematic and statistical graphical data analyses were applied in both the qualitative and quantitative data, respectively.Results: The critical findings of this study are the blended SME funding model and the SME risk reduction model. Designing the lending instruments in a way that blends both private and public financial resources increases the risk appetite on the side of the private lending institutions.Conclusion: The proposed model requires more improved public–private partnerships. Furthermore, the findings include the need for supportive regulatory framework and embracing alternative emerging technology-enabled funding options.
Antecedents of the adoption of blockchain to enhance patients’ health information management in South Africa
Authors: Matlebjane Dineo A. , Ndayizigamiye Patrick
Published: November 2022

Background: Currently, the South African public healthcare system is hampered by a lack of effective patient data management. This leads to, amongst other challenges, a lack of transparency in the management of patients’ health information and unsecure medical records. Blockchain, on the other hand, can make healthcare records more secure, easily auditable, and hence more reliable. These advantages, among others, make Blockchain an appealing technology for managing patients’ health information in the South African context.Objectives: The study investigated the antecedents of the adoption of blockchain technology as a tool to improve the management of patients’ health information in the South African public healthcare sector.Method: The four pillars of a health information system (strong leadership, contingency plan, security and privacy, and IT or vendor support) were adopted as the theoretical grounding for the study. Qualitative data were collected through interviews with IT specialists and healthcare professionals working in the public healthcare sector.Results: The study identified 11 antecedents that can be related to the four pillars of a health information system. These antecedents must be addressed for blockchain to contribute meaningfully to enhancing patients’ health information management in South Africa.Conclusion: Although blockchain can contribute meaningfully to addressing health information management challenges in South Africa, contextual factors need to be considered for it to fulfil its promises. It is anticipated that the study findings will help stakeholders in the South African public healthcare sector to make informed decisions in their quest to deploy technology innovations like blockchain.
Relationships between walking speed, activities and participation in people with chronic stroke in Burundi
Authors: Nindorera Félix , Nduwimana Ildephonse , Sinzakaraye Alexis , Bleyenheuft Yannick , Thonnard Jean-Louis , Kossi Oyéné
Published: November 2022

Background: Reduced walking speed because of a stroke may limit activities of daily living (ADLs) and restrict social participation.Objectives: To describe the level of balance impairment, activity limitations, and participation restrictions and to investigate their relationship with walking speed in Burundians with chronic stroke.Methods: This cross-sectional study involved adult stroke survivors. Walking speed, balance, ADLs and social participation were assessed with the 10-meter walk test (10 mWT), the Berg balance scale (BBS), the activity limitation stroke scale and the participation measurement scale, respectively. In order to determine ambulatory independence status, participants were stratified into three walking speed groups (household ambulation, limited ambulation and full-community ambulation), based on the Perry classification.Results: Fifty-eight adults (mean age 52.1 ± 11.4 years) with chronic stroke were included in our study. Most participants had severe balance impairments (median BBS score, 27). Their mean (± standard deviation [SD]) walking speeds, ADL levels and social participation levels were 0.68 ± 0.34 m/s, 50.8% ± 9.3% and 52.8% ± 8.6%, respectively. Walking speed correlated moderately with balance (rho = 0.5, p  0.001) and strongly with ADL level (r = 0.7, p  0.001) but not with participation level (r = 0.2, p = 0.25).Conclusion: Using socio-culturally suitable tools, our study showed that walking speed correlates robustly with balance and ADL ability, but not with social participation, in Burundi, a low-income country.Clinical implications: Exercises targeting walking speed would be very useful for people with chronic stroke living in low-resource countries, in order to promote their functional independence.
Stochastic Wave Equations Defined by Fractal Laplacians on Cantor-Like Sets
Authors: Ehnes Tim
Published: November 2022

We study stochastic wave equations in the sense of Walsh defined by fractal Laplacians on Cantor-like sets. For this purpose, we give an improved estimate on the uniform norm of eigenfunctions and approximate the wave propagator using the resolvent density. Afterwards, we establish existence and uniqueness of mild solutions to stochastic wave equations provided some Lipschitz and linear growth conditions. We prove H¨older continuity in space and time and compute the Hölder exponents. Moreover, we are concerned with the phenomenon of weak intermittency.
Торические поверхности, симметричные относительно отражений
Authors: Song Jongbaek
Published: November 2022

Пусть $W$ - группа, порожденная отражениями на плоскости, и $P$ - рациональный многоугольник, инвариантный относительно действия группы $W$. Действие группы $W$ на $P$ индуцирует ее действие на торическом многообразии $X_P$, ассоциированном с $P$. В работе изучается представление группы $W$ на кольце когомологий $H^*(X_P)$. Показано, что инвариантное подкольцо $H^*(X_P)^W$ изоморфно кольцу когомологий торического многообразия, ассоциированного с фундаментальной областью $P/W$. В качестве примера дается явное описание основного результата в случае торического многообразия, ассоциированного с веером камер Вейля типа $G_2$.
Pumped Hydro- Energy Storage System in Ethiopia: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Abay Tesfamariam Dawit , T Hailesialssie Asfafaw , S Adaramola Muyiwa
Published: November 2022

The shares of RE sources are rising because of global warming concerns and the depletion of fossil fuels. However, due to its intermittent nature sustainable power supply depends on the proper energy mix and energy storage. By 2025, Ethiopia has planned to export 24 TWh of energy. Accordingly, its power generation is incorporating different RE sources dominated by hydropower. This paper has reviewed the global up-to-date status of PHES and Ethiopia’s current energy situation and potential PHES. The objective of this paper is to show Ethiopia’s potential for PHES and serve as a “Green Battery’’ for the East Africa Power Pool (EAPP). The review shows that PHES can easily replace backup diesel generators used as a backup during a blackout.  Moreover, it showed the Policy barrier for energy storage in the Ethiopian National Energy Policy proclaimed in 1994 and its 2012 updated policy. Thus, Ethiopia’s energy policies need to consider PHES in its energy storage strategy while expanding its generation.
Age and growth of gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata Linnaeus, 1758) from Northern Aegean Sea (Turkey)
Authors: Cengiz Özgür
Published: November 2022

The age and growth of gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata Linnaeus, 1758) were studied in the present study. A total of 126 specimens were collected from commercial fishmongers during the period between January 2015 and December 2015 from the northern Aegean coasts of Turkey. Fork length and the total weight of aged specimens ranged from 29.5 to 48.0 cm and from 425.00 to 2100.00 g, with a mean of 38.5 cm and 101.23 g, respectively. The length-weight relationship was estimated as W = 0.0053FL3.03 (R2 = 0.95). The von Bertalanffy growth equations were computed as 𝐿∞ = 52.8 cm, k = 0.29 year-1, 𝑡0 = -1.25 year for all samples. The growth performance index (𝛷′) was found as 2.91. There is no study on the biology of the species for the northern Aegean Sea. Therefore, this study provides valuable information for the species in this area.
Ethno-Symbolism in Aron Lyuboshitsky’s Hebrew Literary Works for Jewish Youth
Authors: Tohar Vered
Published: November 2022

The article focuses on three poems authored by Aron Lyuboshitsky (1874–1942?), a Hebrew teacher, author, poet, editor, and translator, who lived and worked in Warsaw and Łódź, and his contribution to building a Jewish national identity through his literary works for children and youth. The prism through which the article views Lyuboshitsky’s activities is that of ethno-symbolism, a concept drawn from the field of cultural studies. For an ethno-symbolic analysis of his works, three key criteria were considered: (1) linking the present to the past; (2) using cultural symbols; and (3) actively promoting the formation of a shared ethnocultural identity. Lyuboshitsky’s literary-cultural and didactic oeuvre was devoted to reawakening the Jewish nation by appealing to the younger generation. He interconnected the Hebrew language, Hebrew literature, the Jewish people, and the Holy Land.
Computing subalgebras and $\mathbb{Z}_2$-gradings of simple Lie algebras over finite fields
Authors: Eick Bettina , Moede Tobias
Published: November 2022

This paper introduces two new algorithms for Lie algebras over finite fields
and applies them to the investigate the known simple Lie algebras of dimension
at most $20$ over the field $\mathbb{F}_2$ with two elements. The first
algorithm is a new approach towards the construction of $\mathbb{Z}_2$-gradings
of a Lie algebra over a finite field of characteristic $2$. Using this, we
observe that each of the known simple Lie algebras of dimension at most $20$
over $\mathbb{F}_2$ has a $\mathbb{Z}_2$-grading and we determine the
associated simple Lie superalgebras. The second algorithm allows us to compute
all subalgebras of a Lie algebra over a finite field. We apply this to compute
the subalgebras, the maximal subalgebras and the simple subquotients of the
known simple Lie algebras of dimension at most $16$ over $\mathbb{F}_2$ (with
the exception of the $15$-dimensional Zassenhaus algebra).
On Dualization over Distributive Lattices
Authors: Elbassioni Khaled
Published: November 2022

Given a partially order set (poset) $P$, and a pair of families of ideals
$\mathcal{I}$ and filters $\mathcal{F}$ in $P$ such that each pair $(I,F)\in
\mathcal{I}\times\mathcal{F}$ has a non-empty intersection, the dualization
problem over $P$ is to check whether there is an ideal $X$ in $P$ which
intersects every member of $\mathcal{F}$ and does not contain any member of
$\mathcal{I}$. Equivalently, the problem is to check for a distributive lattice
$L=L(P)$, given by the poset $P$ of its set of joint-irreducibles, and two
given antichains $\mathcal{A},\mathcal{B}\subseteq L$ such that no
$a\in\mathcal{A}$ is dominated by any $b\in\mathcal{B}$, whether $\mathcal{A}$
and $\mathcal{B}$ cover (by domination) the entire lattice. We show that the
problem can be solved in quasi-polynomial time in the sizes of $P$,
$\mathcal{A}$ and $\mathcal{B}$, thus answering an open question in Babin and
Kuznetsov (2017). As an application, we show that minimal infrequent closed
sets of attributes in a rational database, with respect to a given implication
base of maximum premise size of one, can be enumerated in incremental
quasi-polynomial time.
WORKSHOP KARYA TULIS ILMIAH “MEWUJUDKAN MAHASISWA YANG KREATIF DAN TERAMPIL DALAM MENULIS KARYA TULIS ILMIAH
Authors: Mutaqin Nur Sulistyo , Atmaja Nur Moh Kusuma , Susilawati Indria
Published: November 2022

Abstrak: permasalah penelitian ini untuk mengetahui kemampuan menulis makalah ilmiah mahasiswa masih kurang. Secara khusus, masalah penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kemampuan menulis makalah ilmiah mahasiswa dari aspek (1) kemampuan mengembangkan isi makalah ilmiah, (2) kemampuan mengorganisasi makalah ilmiah, (3) kemampuan menggunakan kosakata dan istilah makalah ilmiah, (4) kemampuan menggunakan bahasa makalah ilmiah, dan (5) kemampuan menerapkan ejaan dan teknik penulisan makalah ilmiah. Tujuan dari workshop ini adalah meningkatnya pengetahuan peserta mengenai karya tulis ilmiah. Metode yang digunakan dalam PKM adalah ceramah, diskusi dan tugas mengusun karya tulis ilmiah. Berdasarkan hasil workshop karya tulis ilmiah peserta mampu menyusun sebuah proposal karya tulis ilmiah berupa proposal penelitian, minimal gagasan ide, latar belakang dan judul karya tulis ilmiah, Menguasai materi cukup baik, mengetahui tantangan yang dihadapi saat membuat karya tulis ilmiah. Walaupun ada kendala waktu dalam menyusun sebuah karya tulis ilmiah. Kata kunci: Workshop, Kreatif, terampil, karya tulis ilmiah
Pelatihan Pengembangan Permainan Tematik Integratif pada Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Kartini Kartini , Suyatmin Suyatmin
Published: November 2022

Abstract: The learning process can be optimal if the teacher provides game tools that are able to stimulate the entire development of early childhood. Learning media with a game system is appropriate to use in the learning process because learning while playing can make the learning atmosphere more fun for children because it is not boring during the learning process, children can be more active and efficient in achieving learning goals. With the above conditions, one solution is to carry out community service activities, namely training in the Development of Integrative Thematic Games for Early Childhood, activities will be assisted in developing integrative thematic games with the aim of increasing the creativity and skills of teachers in utilizing integrative thematic games that can improve all aspects of developing child.Keywords: Training, Game, Thematic Integration, Early Children Abstrak: Proses pembelajaran dapat optimal jika guru menyediakan alat permainan yang mampu merangsang seluruh perkembangan anak usia dini. Media pembelajaran dengan sistem permainan cocok digunakan dalam proses pembelajaran karena belajar sambil bermain dapat membuat suasana belajar lebih menyenangkan bagi anak karena tidak membosankan selama proses pembelajaran, anak dapat lebih aktif dan efisien dalam mencapai tujuan pembelajaran. Dengan kondisi di atas maka salah satu solusinya adalah dengan melakukan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat yaitu pelatihan Pengembangan Permainan Tematik Integratif Untuk Anak Usia Dini, kegiatan akan dibantu dalam pengembangan permainan tematik integratif dengan tujuan untuk meningkatkan kreativitas dan keterampilan guru dalam memanfaatkan. permainan tematik integratif yang dapat meningkatkan semua aspek perkembangan anakKata kunci: Pelatihan, Permainan, Tematik Integratif, PAUD
EDUCAÇÃO E HÁBITOS DE HIGIENE: ONDE E COMO INTERVIR?
Authors: Silva e Diogo Ana Tereza , Souto Xavier Igor , Medeiros Dias Odarah Loren , Alves da Silva Janinne  Maria
Published: November 2022

Resumo: Objetivo: Identificar qual o melhor público e quais as estratégias para incorporar ao indivíduo hábitos de higiene que atuem na prevenção de doenças individuais e coletivas. Método: a revisão foi realizada através de busca bibliográfica usando descritores Decs de interesse nas bases de dados Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde e Scielo. Após aplicação dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, um total de 18 trabalhos foram selecionados para análise. Resultados: os hábitos de higiene têm relação com prevenção de doenças e a instituição escolar é local de práticas voltadas para o disciplinamento infantil e pode colaborar para o sucesso de campanhas que visam o combate de endemias e epidemias. A educação sanitária é preferencialmente endereçada à criança, pois ela é realmente educável, reservando ao adulto a instrução. Para melhorar o panorama da Saúde Pública é necessário educar as grandes massas. Conclusão: as estratégias de prevenção através da educação são propostas pelo Estado e aplicadas por diversos profissionais, mas o professor fica com a maior parte do trabalho a ser realizado com crianças na escola, pois a criança é o melhor alvo para a propagação dos hábitos de higiene na promoção de saúde para si e para a comunidade
DEVELOPING SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION FROM MAIZE HUSKS FOR THE REMEDIATION OF SOIL AND WATER POLLUTED BY E-WASTES. CASE STUDY: THE EVACUATED LANDFILL SITE AT OWERRI, IMO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: Enedoh M. C.
Published: November 2022

A novel and less cost effect remediation strategy was designed to meet the challenges posed by e-waste in parts of Owerri in Imo State of Nigeria. This followed the determination of the levels of contamination of the environment within a recently evacuated landfill site (dumpsite) in Owerri Imo state, Nigeria by the leaching of heavy metals from e-wastes. The analysis was necessitated as people were already settling very close to the site and cultivating plants for human consumption without prior examination of the vicinity and subsequent remediation of the polluted site. The Energy dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence (EDXRF), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) and the Pollution Index (PI) were used on randomly collected soil from the evacuated landfill site to obtain first, an overview, then the concentration of heavy metals present in the soil. The following heavy metals from the landfill site were highlighted: Pb, Ni, Zn, Cd, Cr, Cu, As and Fe and the level of the presence of each confirmed. Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) was also used to determine the concentrations of the heavy metals in a shallow well located very close to the site. The concentration of lead and cadmium were hazardously found to fall above the World Health Organization (2003) standard in both the soil and shallow well. Lead for example was found to be 24.20mg/kg in the soil and 0.230mg/L in the shallow well as against 0.70mg/kg permissible in Nigeria. The lead and cadmium ions apparently leached from everyday electronic materials (e-wastes) dumped in the landfill site as these e-waste materials abound in the said site and area. A research was therefore carried out to assess the removal or reduction of lead(II) ion and Cadmium(II)ion in the polluted shallow well water by some maize wastes - from maize/corn husks biomass. The efficiency of this novel research is high as the biomass part before and after adsorption of Pb2+ and Cd2+using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectra showed that the waste maize part (husks) have available functional groups and as a result, active sites for the adsorption of Cd2+and Pb2+. This research is relevant particularly to all those living around the vicinity and to the Government Scientists who would need to speed up the remediation of the area and create a safe e-waste disposition method.
EVALUATION OF DESULPHURIZATION POTENTIALS OF BARIUM CHLORIDE, CALCIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE AND HYDROCHLORIC ACID ON DIESEL, KEROSENE AND GASOLINE
Authors: Obini U. , Afiukwa J. N.
Published: November 2022

The sulphur content in refined petroleum products namely diesel (AGO), kerosene (DPK) and gasoline (PMS) obtained from a commercial Filling Station in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State were determined before and after desulphurization with aqueous ionic solutions of NaOH, BaCl2, Ca(OH)2 and HCl using a single beam UV-Vis spectrophotometer (Genesys 1OS, Thermo-Scientific). Results obtained showed that the amount of sulphur contained in the samples before desulphurization were 1.457, 0.992 and 1.294 mg/L in diesel, kerosene and gasoline respectively. The highest sulphur recovery of 0.676 mg/L (46.4 %), 0.315 mg/L (31.8 %), and 0.555 mg/L (42.9%) in diesel, gasoline and kerosene respectively were obtained with a 10 % w/v solution of NaOH after desulphurization. This was followed by a 10 % w/v solution of BaCl2 which gave 35.0 % and 23.0 % desulphurization in Diesel and gasoline respectively. The performance of Aqueous solutions of Ca(OH)2 and HCl in desulphurizing kerosene and gasoline were relatively low (3.2 %,11.4 % and 15 %, 4.6 % respectively) compared with aqueous NaOH. The results showed appreciable reduction in sulphur content of the samples with NaOH exhibiting the highest desulphurization potential in all the samples assayed. Thus these ionic solutions possess the potential to extract sulphur compounds in petroleum products.
RISK ASSESSMENT OF HEAVY METALS LEVEL IN SOILS AND FOOD CROPS AROUND A CERAMICS COMPANY IN AJAOKUTA, KOGI STATE, NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA
Authors: Emurotu J. E. , Azike E.
Published: November 2022

Some metals associated with ceramics emission were determined in agricultural soil and leaves of maize and cassava around the vicinity of a major ceramic company. These metals are released during production process into the environment. Soil samples were collected at depth of 0-15 cm and 15-30 cm at certain distance (100 m, 200 m, 300 m and 400 m). Leaves of maize and cassava were collected around the soil samples area. Samples were collected to make a composite of 24 for both soil and leaves of crops respectively. Soil and plant digest were analysed by atomic absorption spectrometry. Result showed the range of metal (mg/kg) in topsoil Cd (1.00-8.25), Mn (3.75-62.0), Ni (11.0-46.3) and Pb (5.50-101.2). Corresponding value in subsoil was not significantly different (p>0.05). The concentration of Mn in leaves of cassava is of concern especially if it will be used in the formulation of animal feed. The geo-accumulation (Igeo) of metals in soil revealed that the soil is slightly polluted. Uptake of metals into crops was low except Mn in cassava leaves. A health risk index (HRI) value for the food crops was <1 except for Mn were HRI>1 for cassava. Overall food crop consumption of the study area does not pose a potential threat at the moment.
Growth, Equity, and Individual Welfare: A Theoretical Framework for “Moving the Needle” on CDFI Impact Evaluation
Authors: McCall Jamie , Anzawi Nora , Zeller Miles , Onorevole James
Published: November 2022

Community development financial institutions (CDFI) are grassroots entities that guide sustainable economic growth by prioritizing the needs of marginalized populations. Traditionally, CDFIs have been evaluated by the extent to which their activities foster local development or lessen economic inequities. Our analysis suggests this phenomenon is the result of deeply entrenched alliances between the public sector and the interests of CDFI stakeholders. These institutions are major resource providers and thus have set the narrative around CDFI impact measurement and evaluation. We propose an alternative framework that prioritizes changes in individual welfare which foster economic autonomy and improve relationships with community institutions. Our framework is admittedly theoretical, and further iteration will be required to operationalize it into a workable concept. Ultimately though, the existing framework around these issues is broken – and we find scant evidence that it can be salvaged.
Gerenciamento de resíduos sólidos na usina Santa Maria – AL
Authors: Peres Ednei da Silva , Santos Flavia de Oliveira , Brito Jadilson da Silva , Fernandes Ana Paula Lima Marques
Published: November 2022

A empresa objeto de estudo, Usina Santa Maria, cuja fundação se deu no ano de 2002, tem como atividade principal a fabricação de açúcar e álcool. Sua sede e parque fabril estão localizados no município de Porto Calvo, Alagoas. Absorve mão-de-obra em 06 (seis) municípios localizados em regiões circunvizinhas. A organização criou uma equipe de gestão ambiental, cuja finalidade foi promover atividades de preservação do meio ambiente através de eventos e trabalhos importantes como: Alameda do Ipê; Seminário de Conscientização Ambiental; Palestras em escolas; Rota Ecológica, e; Foco Ambiental. A intervenção teve como objetivos, propor o modelo de uma coleta seletiva eficiente; analisar a coleta seletiva de resíduos na visão dos gestores da empresa; observar o nível educacional dos colaboradores da empresa em relação a coleta seletiva de resíduos, e; apontar a contribuição da empresa para a preservação do meio ambiente através da coleta seletiva de resíduos. O desenvolvimento das atividades propostas permitiu maior reflexão e sensibilização sobre a problemática ambiental por parte dos gestores e funcionários da empresa. Os esforços para a implantação do programa de coleta seletiva na empresa proporcionaram grandes vantagens a organização, como a contribuir de forma significativa para a preservação do meio ambiente, o incentivo da reciclagem de materiais como plástico PET, papel, papelão e metal. A atitude de separar o lixo de forma organizada através do sistema de coleta seletiva, bem como dá um destino certo ao mesmo, conferiu a empresa maiores responsabilidades com o meio ambiente, além de uma aparência organizada através da limpeza. Trata-se de um relato de experiência desenvolvido através de uma pesquisa-ação na qual se propõe apreender a realidade que se pretende estudar e intervir. Como considerações finais foi permitido verificar a importância da coleta seletiva como também o gerenciamento dos resíduos sólidos.
A Review on Conceptual Study Of Concocted Poison: Garavisha
Authors: Jaglan Nisha
Published: November 2022

Poison causes concern to all living beings by making organism grievously ill, its functioning and leading to death in certain cases. One of the hidden poisons is the concocted poison known as Gara visha. In ayurveda the Gara visha is considered as one of the forms of Kritrimvisha which gets formed by combination of two or more than two poisonous or non-poisonous drugs and affects the whole body by vitiating all the dhatus in the body. We unknowingly consume various combination substances which are harmful to our health. The insect powder, human waste product or some of the agents of Gara visha. This study aims to establish that Gara Visha has significant role in causing toxic symptoms due to its various uses in present society and Ayurveda offers its effective management.
Association of Childhood Trauma with Migraines in Men
Authors:   Saint James School of Medicine, Illinois, United States of America, Cuthrell Kimberly Morton
Published: November 2022

Advancements in knowledge are needed to identify the link between childhood trauma and migraines in men. Though migraines are more prevalent in women, research about migraines in men with past traumatic exposure has received little attention. There are9% of men of all ages with migraines in the United States, 12% of adult males in Europe between the ages of 18 and 65 with migraines, and 5 to 29% of males who experienced childhood sexual abuse, in other words, 1 in 6 males; whereby 50% of children who are sex trafficked in the United States are males, while 4% of male victims of significant trauma develop post-traumatic stress disorder. There may be a strong correlation that suggests that male migraine sufferers are more likely to have experienced some form of childhood trauma, in particular sexual abuse. Men’s migraines underrepresentation in research limits understanding of the adverse effects of childhood sexual abuse that often results in post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychiatric and medical conditions. As migraines become more understood, advances in our understanding of the neurobiological effects of trauma on brain structure and function may suggest a possible impact of early-life stress on the onset of migraines. Early-life stress-induced conditions in males may manifest because of sexual abuse often being undetected, fear of speaking out, or fear of being embarrassed. Unlike physical abuse where bruises are visible or neglect where malnourishment is noticeable, sexual abuse may inflict hidden bruises that may contribute to males suffering in silence. An increase in our knowledge may identify sexual abuse as the link between childhood trauma and migraines in men to suggest new treatment strategies.
The Influence of Work Discipline, Organizational Culture and Competence on Employee Performance
Authors: Agusria Lesi , Fitantina Fitantina , Kholilah Kholilah , Permana Arraditya
Published: November 2022

This research discusses the influence of work discipline, organizational culture and competence on employee performance in Bukit Asam, Tbk Company, Kertapati Pier Unit, South Sumatera. This type of research is associative. The population in this study were all employees of PT. Bukit Asam Tbk. Kertapati Jetty Unit, South Sumatra, totalling 113 employees, and the samples taken in this study were 84 respondents with the sampling technique of proportionate stratified random sampling. The analytical method used is qualitative, which is then quantified. The data analysis technique used in this research is multiple linear regression analysis, F test, t-test and coefficient of Determination. The data used in this study is primary data collected through the Kuesioner method. Data analysis techniques are performed with multiple linear regression. The Results showed that (1). there is a significant influence on work discipline (X1), organizational culture (X2) and competence (X3) on employee performance (Y) of PT. Both simultaneously and partially, Bukit Asam Tbk Company, Kertapati Pier Unit, South Sumatera. (2). The results of Multiple Linear Regression show that Work Discipline, Organizational Culture and Competence have a positive relationship direction for employee performance in Bukit Asam Tbk company, Kertapati pier unit, South Sumatera (3). The results of the coefficient of Determination of work discipline, organizational culture and competence can only contribute to changes that occur in employee performance with a significant contribution of 79.5%.
Analysing the effect of bedding plane orientation on the wellbore failure
Authors: Nguyen Van Hung , Luong Hai Linh
Published: November 2022

The paper presents a theory of the “plane of weakness” modelling applied to a deviated borehole that penetrated through laminated shale containing numerous parallel weakness planes. The obtained results show that the strength envelope for anisotropic rock is characterised by a U-shaped reduction in strength for failure along the weakness plane, confining pressure from 20 MPa to 80 MPa whithout any change in the failure mechanism of the shale. In terms of borehole failure, there is a risk zone within the well, whose inclination varies between 60o - 90o, and the azimuth changes from 100o - 165o.
ASPECTOS RELEVANTES PARA ELABORAÇÃO DE UM PROGRAMA DE MELHORAMENTO FLORESTAL
Authors: José de Holanda Leite Maria
Published: November 2022

Infere-se que para elaboração de um programa de melhoramento florestal é extremamente importante delimitar os objetivos, tamanho da área experimental, métodos de melhoramento das espécies a serem melhoradas (alógamas e ou autógamas). De modo que o melhorista deve ter um conhecimento refinado sobre as estratégias que devem ser utilizadas para o sucesso da implantação de um programa de melhoramento florestal, visando incremento de crescimento e produtividade da característica desejável economicamente da espécie. O melhorista deve ter o conhecimento do sistema de reprodução, formas de seleção e regaste de matrizes florestais, ferramentas essenciais para o melhorista, independentemente do tipo de método de melhoramento utilizado. Um bom melhorista deve possuir uma refinada capacidade de selecionar indivíduos superiores dentro de uma população de plantas geneticamente diferentes. É válido destacar que a reprodução assexual tem papel muito importante na multiplicação comercial das espécies, porém, quanto ao melhoramento genético sua importância é muito relativa, visto que não atua nas modificações dos caracteres hereditários. Por outro lado, não se deve esquecer que mesmo havendo a multiplicação pelo caminho vegetativo, não está excluído o caminho sexual. Porém a reprodução sexual pode ser limitada em muitas espécies florestais lenhosas, sendo, devido ao valor dessa reprodução, requeridas pesquisas para seu objetivo de estudo.
Cultural Translation, Hybrid Identity, and Third Space in Jhumpa Lahiri’s Interpreter of Maladies
Authors: Pourgharib Behzad , Pourya Asl Moussa
Published: November 2022

The phenomena of migration, displacement, and social integration have greatly impacted discourses on the interpretation of cultural translation, which is widely perceived as an ongoing reciprocal process of exchange, integration, and transformation. Drawing upon Homi K. Bhabha’s theoretical notions, such as liminality, hybridity, and third space, the present study explores the poetics and politics of cultural translation in Jhumpa Lahiri’s Interpreter of Maladies (1999). More specifically, we examine the multiple ways in which the existing similarities and differences between dominant and marginal cultures influence diasporic individuals and communities and the various ways the migrants respond to their conflicting conditions in the diaspora. A close reading of the three stories of “Mrs. Sen’s,” “When Mr. Pirzada Came to Dine” and “The Third and Final Continent” reveals that while the liminal situation has the potential to become a site of conflicts in the lives of the migrant subjects, it germinates a condition of hybridity that embraces the diversity of cultures and their blurry borders with one another in the third space. This pattern is perfectly demonstrated through the three characters of Mrs. Sen, Lilia’s mother, and Mala. Their heterogeneous experiences of integration underscore the idea that when two disparate cultural realities confront one another, the female characters welcome a new space where they succeed in negotiating and translating their cultures.
The Potential of Liquid Waste from the Fruit Preserves Production Process as a Low-cost Raw Material for the Production of Bacterial Cellulose
Authors: Singhaboot Pakjirat , Phanomarpornchai Atjimaporn , Phuangsiri Chairampha , Boonthongtho Kawisara , Kroeksakul Patarapong
Published: November 2022

The liquid waste from the production of fruit preserves was used as an alternative carbon source to replace sugar in the traditional Hestrin-Schramm (HS) and coconut water media (CM) and reduce the cost of bacterial cellulose (BC) production. The sugar components of liquid wastes from preserved tamarind (LWT) and preserved mango (LWM) were characterized, and the total sugars were between 237.50 g/L and 231.90 g/L. The effects of the nutrients in the media with LWT and LWM on the production of BC by Acetobacter xylinum were determined. The result showed that A. xylinum could grow and produce BC in the media with liquid waste. The highest concentration of BC, 6.60±0.04 g/L, was obtained from the medium containing 25% (v/v) LWM. In a medium containing LWT, A. xylinum produced a maximum BC of 5.50±0.30 g/L when 12.5% (v/v) LWM was added. However, when the structure and physical properties of the BC from the liquid waste were characterized, it was similar to BC from the HS medium and CM medium without liquid waste.
Efek Terapi Musik dalam Menurunkan Kecemasan Pasien Selama Pemeriksaan MRI
Authors: Putra I Putu Very Triana , Astina I Kadek Yuda , Triningsih Triningsih
Published: November 2022

Background: Anxiety is a normal response in the face of stress which is characterized by feelings of fear accompanied by somatic signs. The patient's anxiety in the MRI examination arises because he knows he will receive medical treatment related to the use of radiation that will cause adverse effects that cause infertility or cancer. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of music therapy in reducing anxiety when undergoing an MRI examination.

Method: The design of this study used a posttest only intervention group design. The study was conducted on 18 July – 12 August 2022 in the MRI Room of the Bali Mandara Hospital, Bali Province. The sample was 72 people who were divided into 2 intervention and control groups. The inclusion criteria of this study were patients with head first examination position, age above 18 years. Exclusion criteria were patients with decreased consciousness, hearing loss and weight above 150 kg. The research instrument used the MRI-AQ questionnaire, and the Mann Whitney statistical test.

Result: The results showed that most of the respondents were 46-55 years old (33.3%), most of the MRI examinations were Lumbo sacral type (54.2%), and the level of anxiety was mostly mild (91.6%). The results of the normality test of data <0.05 so that the data is not normally distributed. The Mann Whitney test was conducted to determine the effect of music therapy and obtained p = 0.001 indicating there was a significant difference between the intervention group and the control group.

Conslusion: The intervention of providing music therapy to patients undergoing MRI examination has an effect in reducing patient anxiety, especially in patients undergoing MRI examination. Music makes the examination more pleasant for the patient. Music causes positive changes in the environment and distracts from the examination, relaxing the patient.
Sistem Pakar Penegakan Diagnosa Penyakit Hipertensi Dengan Inferensi Forward Chaining Menggunakan Metode Support Vector Machine (SVM)
Authors: Supriyono Supriyono , Erida Fadila
Published: November 2022

Penyakit hipertensi merupakan manifestasi gangguan keseimbangan hemodinamik sistem kardiovaskular yang mana patofsiologinya multifaktor yang cukup banyak mengganggu kesehatan masyarakat. Pada umumnya pasien tidak mengetahui bahwa menderita penyakit hipertensi sebelum memeriksakan tekanan darahnya, ini menyebabkan hipertensi merupakan suatu penyakit kronis yang disebut dengan silent killer. Salah satu yang dapat membantu dalam proses penegakkan diagnosa hipertensi dengan mengembangkan sebuah Rancangan Sistem Pakar Penegakan Diagnosa Penyakit Hipertensi, dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian Inferensi Forward Chaining, Metode Support Vector Machine (SVM). Data yang digunakan yaitu data primer dan sekunder. Tujuan dari penelitian ini memudahkan tenaga medis dan penderita dalam mengetahui gejala awal penegakan diagnosa hipertensi, agar segera bisa dilakukan penangan yang cepat dan akurat. Hasil dari penelitian model SVM linear terhadap 247 data pasien menunjukkan akurasi 85% pada proses training dan 91,89 % pada proses testing.
HUBUNGAN DUKUNGAN SOSIAL KELUARGA DENGAN KECEMASAN MELAHIRKAN PADA IBU HAMIL ANAK PERTAMA (PRIMIGRAVIDA)
Authors: Millesia Sukma Christi  , Soetjiningsih Christiana Hari
Published: November 2022

Tujuan penelitian untuk mengetahui hubungan dukungan sosial keluarga terhadap kecemasan melahirkan pada ibu hamil anak pertama (primigravida). Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dan tipe penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian korelasional. Populasi sebanyak 43 ibu hamil primigravida 3 bulan terakhir dari bulan Agustus sampai November 2021. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan  skala psikologi kecemasan dan dukungan sosial. Analisis data menggunakan teknik korelasi Pearson Product Moment. Hasil uji hipotesis dengan teknik korelasi Pearson terdapat hubungan negatif signifikan antara dukungan sosial keluarga dengan kecemasan melahirkan pada ibu hamil anak pertama (primigravida). Sumbangan efektif variabel dukungan sosial berpengaruh sebesar 51,1% terhadap variabel kecemasan, sedangkan 48,9% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lainnya seperti kesehatan atau kondisi psikologis dan lingkungan seperti lingkungan keluarga dan masyarakat.
Pragmatizmde Meliorizm ve Sosyal Umut Kavramı: Richard Rorty’ nin Yeniden Yorumlaması
Authors: ELCAN KAYNAK Naime
Published: November 2022

The concept of meliorism which means future would be better with joint human efforts has drawn attention of pragmatist thinkers and philosophers. William James, John Dewey, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Richard Rorty are important philosophers placing an emphasis on Meliorism in pragmatism. Rorty has reinterpreted the pragmatist way of thinking. Rorty’s pragmatism may be described as anti-representialist, anti- essentialist, anti- foundationalist, experimentalist, hopeful, and forward looking. He has proposed a social hope theory building up the idea of meliorism in pragmatism. The purpose of this study is to explore Richard Rorty’ s philosophy of social hope building on meliorism. Rorty underlines the importance of the five types of emotions to access social hope. These includes sense of imagination, sense of uncertainity, sense of communication, sense of self-awareness and sense of self-respect. He suggests that with having five emotions ones might be forward looking which is a combined sense of feeling of hope, expecting, and regarding something pleasurable in the future. He recommends focusing on future with hope and skip the past.
A Study on Job Satisfaction of Higher Education Faculties in Thrichur District
Authors: Gigi M R
Published: November 2022

The role of teaching faculty includes training of students’ brainpowers for national building. Faculty with positive approach and utmost dedication will be an asset to an institution. Faculty who are satisfied with their job will dedicate their life to enlightening students in every possible way. At present managements find it difficult to attract and retain quality teachers. So, they may have to some initiate to retain dedicated and committed faculty by fulfilling their expectations. The result of study exposes that yearly increment, periodicity of salary revision and encouragements are the basis of teachers’ job satisfaction.